1、第一部分阅读理解（百强校英语解析团队专供）（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。AThis Holidays Resolution: Visit More GalleriesSounds easy enough, right? It should be, as the bay area is loaded with galleries. Here are a few suggestions to help expand your cultural brain.Craftsman House shows
2、 fine American craft from more than 300 local and national artists in a restored 1920s bungalow in St. Petes Grand Central District. In addition to the showroom, the carriage house out back is a fully operational pottery studio. They also have a fresh cafe in the house that offers coffee, tea, lunch
3、 and baked goods. Normal hours are from 10 am to 7 pm from Monday to Saturday and from 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday. www.craftsmanhouse-.Ocean Blue Gallery on downtown St .Petes Beach Drive is brand new and only open for a month. They feature paintings, glass, wood sculptures and metal art, and as the na
4、me implies, theyre heavy on beach and sea life themes. Theyre located at 284 Beach Drive NE and open from 10:30 am to 5 pm from Sunday to Thursday and from 10:30 am to 4 pm from Friday to Saturday. .Tempus Project in Tampas Seminole Heights is a gallery that represents established and developing loc
5、al, national and international artists through inspiring exhibitions. The exhibition on display is Boys on Film, an exhibit of new sculptures and drawings by Noelle Mason that researches the fiction and fantasy. The gallery is only open by appointment, but they will be open from 7 am to 9 pm on July
6、 6th for Seminole Heights First Friday, which is also the last day for the exhibition. .1. What can people enjoy in Craftsman House?A. Visiting some beautiful bungalows.B. A fresh breakfast.C. Talking with national artists.D. Some food.2. What is special about Ocean Blue Gallery?A. It has a long his
7、tory.B. Its themes are about beach and sea life.C. The opening time is the longest.D. Its works come from many foreign countries.3. What should people do to visit Tempus Project?A. Make appointments before July 6th.B. Collect some information online.C. Know something about the fiction.D. Research fa
8、mous drawings.BHe told me what a wonderful job I was doing. He kept me motivated with crazy stories of what he did when he was a kid or just by smiling. His smile would light a rom and pass to everyone around him. He was like a full animal, easy to hug and keep my secrets safe. He was the first man
9、I loved and the one I always looked up to. He did everything for me, but the one he did best was being my dad.My dad made me a believer in myself. I would always give up too soon, right before l got the answer. Some nights he would sit with me to help me believe myself with examples that he had gone
10、 through. Those nights were the worst! I struggled so hard and tried not to get upset at myself.He loved to tell jokes and had one for every occasion. He loved to make people laugh. He acted as if it were his goal in life to make people laugh. There was never a dull moment when he was in the room. T
11、o everyone he was the jokester, but to me, a sensitive girl, he was something more than words could describe. My dad knew everything. He excelled at everything he did; raising two beautiful and smart children was only one.To my brother and me, he was in a way our hero, always picking us up after our
12、 knees were injured. Any tear was wiped away by a large warm, comforting hand. He influenced us with his knowledge. My dad, as well as my mother, influenced us to achieve everything we try in life. He made everything he did look like it required no effort at all. His words of encouragement still rin
13、g in my head to this day even after his passing. I still know today that he will always encourage me just not in the same way.4. Whats the authors purpose in writing the text?A. To honor her father.B. To follow her fathers examples.C. To show how to be a good father.D. To show her fathers training t
14、o her.5. The author compares her father to a full animal to show his _.A. life habitB. great loveC. eating wayD. good ability6. How did the authors father do to make her believe in herself?A. By teaching her to study lessons.B. By sharing her different stories.C. By helping her finish her tasks.D. B
15、y telling his own experiences.7. Why did the author consider her father as a hero?A. Because her father saved her life.B. Because her father made her have a strong body.C. Because her father always appeared when she was in trouble.D. Because her father always comforted her to make her feel better.CA
16、 new study shows the worlds fastest land animal could be running towards extinction.The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), Panthera, and Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) led the study. It estimates that only 7,100 cheetahs（猎豹）remain worldwide, mainly found in Africa. But according to the study,
17、cheetahs have been forced out of 91% of their native range. Cheetahs found in Asia are among the hardest hit. Fewer than 50 are left in a small part of Iran.Many factors are to blame for the decline in cheetah numbers, including habitat loss and the illegal trade. Prey（猎物）loss is also a problem. Hum
18、ans cause it by overhunting animals that cheetahs prey on. Cheetahs are carnivores and prey mainly on smaller mammals, for example gazelles.Because cheetahs usually roam over large areas in search of food, 77% of their habitat remains outside of government-protected areas. This means cheetahs are in
19、 constant danger of hunters and traders. In Zimbabwe, Africa, alone, the cheetah population has dropped from 1,200 to only about 170 in 16 years. This decline represents a loss of 85% of the countrys cheetahs.Dr. Kim YoungOverton, Pantheras Cheetah Program Director, thinks protected habitats alone a
20、re not enough to save cheetahs. Cheetahs in reserves also face dangers such as loss of prey and illegal trade.Dr. Sarah Durant, the studys lead author, believes that the information it contains will lead to a better understanding of cheetahs as well as a better approach to helping them survive. Dura
21、nt says local and national officials must team up in order to save cheetahs. But first, the International Union for Conservation of Nature must classify the animals as endangered. Currently, cheetahs are classified as weak on the IUCNs Red List of Threatened Species. The change would focus more atte
22、ntion on cheetahs and help protect them for extinction. After all, in the fight to save cheetahs, its a race against time.8. What is the present situation of cheetahs according to the study?A. They are in danger.B. They live freely worldwide.C. They are protected well in Africa.D. They mainly live i
23、n their native range.9. What does the underlined word “carnivores” refer to?A. Animals kept at home.B. Animals living in zoos.C. Animals feeding on meat.D. Animals killed in the wild.10. What results in the decline of the cheetah population according to the text?A. The loss of their reserves.B. Thei
24、r appearance in unpreserved areas.C. The decreasing government protection.D. Their increasing natural enemies.11. What does Dr. Sarah Durant think of the study of cheetahs?A. It shows ways of wildlife protection.B. It implies peoples role in saving animals.C. It stresses the importance of cheetahs i
25、n our life.D .It informs people of cheetahs existing state.DLets be honest, kids are strange. And when you hear your three- year-old son arguing over who gets to be the mom while playing “house” alone in the other room, you might question if youve done something wrong as a parent. But dont worry, it
26、s perfectly normal for your child to have an imaginary friend, and it even has some benefits. While your kids are benefiting from playing with their imaginary friend, try out these other ways to raise an intelligent child!One of the biggest profits is that it promotes creativity. Just think about it
27、-you have to be a special kind of creative to carry on a conversation with an imaginary figure that doesnt respond. Developmental psychologist Marjorie Taylor told PureWow that your childs creativity will remain with them as they get older, even when they stop hanging out with their “friend”.Along w
28、ith being more creative, they will also have a better developed and more different vocabulary as well as stronger social skills. Talking to “Sally” or “Bob” all day will allow them to practice their speech and conversation skills. Researchers at La Trobe University in Australia found that children w
29、ho engage with their imaginary friends on a regular basis use more complex sentences and are more confident in everyday social situations.There are also some benefits for the parents. If your childs brothers or sisters arent around or theyre an only child, they have someone to entertain them while y
30、ou spend the time on you never-ending to-do list. So even though it might get odd when your kids constantly ask you to set an extra plate at the table for their imaginary friends, theyll benefit in the future from keeping them around. Having an extra member of the family cant be that bad, the more t
31、he merrier, right?12. Who is the three-year-old boy talking to while playing “house” alone?A. His toy.B. His mother.C. His brothers and sistersD. His imaginary friend.13. How does Marjorie Taylor feel about children playing with heir “friend”?A. It helps children develop better.B. It relieves busy p
32、arents pressure.C. It shows childrens loneliness.D. It makes the family get closer.14. What does the author suggest to parents?A. Sparing time with children.B. Taking children to play outside.C. Adopting an extra member of family.D. Letting children play with imaginary friends.15. What is the best t
33、itle for the text?A. Ways to play creativelyB. Ways to raise an intelligent childC. Benefits of childrens having imaginary friendsD. Benefits of letting your child play第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Types of Family StructuresFamily structure has changed noticeably over
34、 the last 50 years. 16 Nuclear FamilyThe nuclear family is the traditional type of family structure, consisting of two parents and children. 17 Children in nuclear families receive strength and stability from the two-parent structure and generally have more opportunities due o the financial ease of
35、two adults In America, almost 70 percent of children live in a nuclear family unit.Extended FamilyThe extended family structure consists of two or more adults who are related, either by blood or marriage, living in the same home. This family includes many relatives living together and working toward
36、 common goals. 18 Extended families are becoming increasingly common all over the world.StepfamilyMany marriages end in divorce, and many of these individuals choose to get remarried. This creates the stepfamily which involves two separate families merging into one new unit. 19 Stepfamilies are as c
37、ommon as the nuclear family, though they tend to have more problems. Stepfamilies need to learn to work together to ensure these family units run smoothly.There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to what is the best type of family structure. 20 Families need to do what is best for each other
38、and themselves, and that can be achieved in almost any unit.A. Parents go to look after elders occasionally.B. They raise the children together, due to financial difficulties.C. The nuclear family was long held by society as the ideal to raise children.D. It consists of a new husband and wife and th
39、eir children from previous marriages.E. As long as a family is filled with love and support for one another, it is successful.F. The following types of families exist today, with some falling into different kind.G. While these types of families are distinct in definition, in practice the lines are l
40、ess clear.第二部分语言知识运用（百强校英语解析团队专供）（共两节，满分45分）第一节（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。When I started playing chess, it was merely a game. However, I have come to realize that most of life can be 21 on a chess board.One of the first lessons I learned was never to leave a pie
41、ce 22 . Making this mistake means commit suicide. Instead, I learned that to win I need 23 , a perfect cooperation between the pieces so that I can react and 24 to any outcome, however unlikely it may be. In life, you need to be able to 25 what you are doing. If something isnt working, try something
42、 26 .In chess, various strategies and plans are 27 to success. If you dont know what you are trying to accomplish, then you dont have a chance of 28 . You can take a(n) 29 outlook on life: If you dont have goals then you cant expect to accomplish anything. With goals and will, a person can take thos
43、e 30 forward that are important to the game, both in chess and life.There I was, sitting at the table, watching the game 31 . My opponent sighed, deep in thought. I glanced at the board and thought about my better 32 and more pieces. I had the game well in 33 . My opponent suddenly sat up and whispe
44、red, “Come on already. Cant you just end it?” He stared at me; I 34 back, surprised. I wanted to end it. I really did 35 I found that I couldnt. Fate had 36 me. It took me another 20 minutes and 17 moves to win.People think winning is 37 , but its not. It takes time, patience, and hard work. To 38 ,
45、 a person must work hard to prove his or her ability. To show others you are capable of 39 them, you must show them you are a winner. I am a 40 .21. A. achievedB. expectedC. designedD. represented22. A. uneasyB. untreatedC. unpreparedD. unexplored23. A. teamworkB. planC. patienceD. attention24. A. t
46、urnB. adaptC. travelD. contribute25. A. changeB. promiseC. challengeD. research26. A. seriousB. newC. specialD. important27. A. greatB. kindC. vitalD. equal28. A. appearingB. showingC. competingD. winning29. A. similarB. beautifulC. unusualD. complete30. A. tasksB. stepsC. themesD. suggestions31. A.
47、 endB. produceC. developD. approach32. A. futureB. rewardC. fortuneD. position33. A. useB. handC. needD. trouble34. A. threwB. wentC. staredD. gave35. A. SoB. AndC. ThoughD. But36. A. gone againstB. waited forC. believed inD. belonged to37. A. easyB. joyfulC. impossibleD. necessary38. A. playB. help
48、C. achieveD. arrive39. A. servingB. persuadingC. teachingD. defeating40. A. dreamerB. winnerC. learnerD. coach第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。The rail network forms the backbone of the Chinese transport system and serves most of the cities 41 (visit) can explore much of China
49、 by train and many find it an efficient and inexpensive means of travel. The cost is around 25 percent 42 (little) than comparable air services.In 2015, there was a total of 121,000 km of railway track in China, 43 (make) Chinese rail rank first in Asia. Double track railways covered 68,076 km, whil
50、e electrified lines covered about 80,352 km. Now, The railway travels through 44 whole country. Beijing is the hub（枢纽）of the north-south lines 45 the west-east line centre is at Zhengzhou.Chinese trains differ from those in other countries. In China, the accommodation on the trains 46 (divide) into
51、four categories, namely, soft-sleeper, soft-seat, hard-sleeper and hard-seat.There 47 (be) washrooms on the trains. The toilets, regardless of class, are not usually very clean and 48 is a good idea to bring your own toilet paper. 49 (boil) water is available on trains and dining cars on long distan
52、ce routes only.Reservations should be made in advance, especially during the holidays and travel season. Tickets may be purchased 50 (direct) from rail stations or booked a few days in advance from your travel agencies, hotels, or ticket office.第三部分写作（百强校英语解析团队专供）（共两节，满分35分）第一节短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分
53、）假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（），并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词：2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。Dear David,How time flies! It has been a totally week since you left our school but it seems a year. You
54、 cant imagine what I miss the time we spent learn together! The time is so short but impressive. I am very happy to have made friends with you. I am very grateful to your help with my English and I have made great progresses in my English. I am sure it will be beneficial to your future study.Althoug
55、h we have departed, but our friendship will last forever. I do hope we can keep touch as we used to. And I will try my best to continuing this precious friendship.Yours,Li Hua第二节书面表达（百强校英语解析团队专供）（满分5分）假定你是李华，你校计划下周日去南山潮（Nanshan Lake）开展保护水资源的宣传活动，就此请你写封信给外教Smith，邀请他一起参加，活动主要内容包括：1. 在湖边捡垃圾；2. 派发宣传广告；3
56、. 讲解保护水资源的重要性。注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。_甘肃省会宁县第一中学2017-2018学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题答案13 DBA47 ABDC811 ACBD1215 DADC1620 FCBDE2125 DCABA2630 BCDAB3135 CDBCD3640 AACDB41. Visitors42. less43. making44. the45. while/and46. is divided47. are48. it49. Boiled50. Directly短文改错Dear David,How time flies! It has
57、 been a totally week since you left our school but it seems a year. You cant imagine what total howI miss the time we spent learn together! The time is so short but impressive. I am very happy to have made friends learning waswith you. I am very grateful to your help with my English and I have made
58、great progresses in my English. I am sure for progressit will be beneficial to your future study. myAlthough we have departed, but our friendship will last forever. I do hope we can keep touch as we used to. 删除but inAnd I will try my best to continuing this precious friendship.continueYours,Li Hua书面
59、表达One possible version:Dear Smith,I am writing to invite you to take part in an activity about the protection of water resources. The activity, which will be held at Nanshan Lake next Sunday, will be very good for surrounding environment. All the students in our school will go there to pick up the r
60、ubbish and remind people of the importance of protecting water resources. We will also hand out paper ads on protecting water to people there. Knowing that you always have been very active in protecting environment for many years, Im sure you would not miss such a good chance.I am looking forward to your reply.Yours,Li Hua
