1、甘肃省兰州市第四片区2020-2021学年高二英语上学期期中试题本试卷满分120分，考试时间100分钟第一部分：阅读理解（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。AFor more than two decades, France is known as the worlds most popular tourist attraction, receiving 82 million foreign tourists every year. Here are some of the best plac
2、es to visit in France.MarseilleMarseille is one of Europes oldest cities and Frances second largest city. Having a nice climate, Roman ruins, medieval architecture and cultural scenes, Marseille is also a working city with several universities and industries. One of Marseilles best natural attractio
3、ns, the Calanques are a series of small rivers with astonishing blue water and splendid cliffs.LuberonDuring the summer months, many people like to experience charming villages in Luberon. This region in central Provence took off as a tourist attraction after Peter Mayle published his books about li
4、fe in Provence. With its large quantities of forests, fields of lavender（薰衣草）, farmers markets and colorfully painted houses, youll soon see why the Luberon is such a tourist attraction.DordogneThere is just so much to see and do in Dordogne, beginning with picture-postcard villages and castles. The
5、 scenery is pretty amazing, too, with the Dordogne River running through it. The Dordogne also has some of the best ancient cave art in France. The walls of Lascaux feature mainly animals, which are a must-see.ParisAttracting more than 45 million visitors every year, Paris is the worlds most popular
6、 tourist attraction. Paris, the capital city of France, is just like a little “France”. It is known for its romantic environment and commands in industries like business, entertainment, fashion, art and culture. In addition to the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris is also home to some of
7、the worlds finest museums.1. What can visitors do in Marseille?A. Enjoy the romantic environment. B. Appreciate the best ancient cave art.C. Learn about the medieval architecture. D. Experience the charming fields of lavender.2. What makes Luberon a tourist attraction?A. Its latest fashion. B. Its n
8、atural scenery. C. Its splendid history. D. Its finest museums.3. Where will you go if you want to see castles?A. Marseille B. Luberon C. Paris D. Dordogne.BWeoften think of futureWe often wonder what the world would be like in a hundred years time Think of space,perhaps a permanent（永久的） station on
9、the moon will have been set upPerhaps people will be able to visit the moon as touristsCheap rockets for space travel will have been developed,permitting long journeys throughout the solar system（太阳系）When that time comes,people will be taking holidays in space and visiting other planetsGreat progres
10、s will have been made in medicine,tooPerhaps a cure will have been discovered for the most terrible of all diseasescancerPollution is a problem we must solveIn a hundred years time it will have been controlled Allthe world will have been developedeven AntarcticaThere will be large cities in Antarcti
11、caWe already have supersonic（超音速的） flight,but in a hundred years time we will have supersonic land travel as well Wewill have used up most of earths land to build our cities,so floating cities will have been built. The Japanese already have plans for cities of this kindAnd there will be cities under
12、 the seaThe first of these will have been completed4. We will have developed _ in a hundred years time, permitting long journeys all over the solar systemA. cheap rockets for space travelB. a plane C. a spaceship D. a satellite 5. Man will also have supersonic land travel _A. in a year B. about half
13、 a century laterC. in the year 2050 D. about a century later6. The last paragraph mainly talks about _A. well make good use of space on the earthB. cities under the seaC. Japan will first build floating cities D. earths land is in danger7. The best title for the passage is _A. Travel in the FutureB.
14、 Future LifeC. Where to Live in the FutureD. Space TravelCIn 2018, Pakistan promised to plant ten billion trees in an effort to slow climate change and to save a land that has been destroyed.That program, whose name is 10 Billion Trees Tsunami, has been taking effect slowly for the past two years, b
15、ut it recently has received unexpected help from the coronavirus（新冠病毒）. Many Pakistanis are suddenly unemployed, so the government has given them jobs as tree-planters. Unemployed day laborers have been turned into jungle workers, planting trees for 500 rupees a day（$3）. Its not much, but it can hel
16、p the unemployed get by.As the coronavirus struck Pakistan, the 10 Billion Trees campaign washaltedas part of social distancing orders put in place to slow the spread of the virus. But earlier this month, the government allowed the forestry agency to restart the program and create more than63, 600 j
17、obs.The program is employing three times the number of planters as it normally does, and the planting season has been extended from May（its usual end）throughout June, in order to keep workers employed. All workers are being told to wear masks and keep two meters of distance from others.Shahid Rashid
18、 Awan, project director for Punjab province, said the project hopes to reach50 million trees this year. “We can absorb all the unemployed laborers and workers who have fled the cities and returned to their villages in the past few weeks.”A study declared tree planting to be an effective way to store
19、 carbon, and if planted in large quantities around the globe, a powerful solution to climate change. While it wont fix every climate-related problem we have, it can go a long way if done widely, which is exactly what Pakistan is trying to do with such impressive determination.And the workers will be
20、nefit greatly, too. Not only are they able to earn money and support their families at a difficult time, but theyre outside in the fresh air, away from the potential health risks from more tightly-packed urban environments. Its a brilliant idea that all country leaders should consider copying.8. How
21、 does the coronavirus influence Pakistan?A. A lot of animals are starving.B. Many people are out of work.C. Much land is left unmanaged.D. The government has lost power.9. Which of the following best explains halted underlined in Paragraph 3?A. Agreed. B. Discussed. C. Stopped. D. Doubted.10. Why is
22、 the project environmentally-friendly?A. Financial support has been gained because of it.B. It has persuaded people to plant trees in big cities.C. Many laborers produce much less carbon dioxide.D. It can contribute to fighting against climate change.11. What does the author think of Pakistans move?
23、A. It serves as a good example.B. It is not fit for other countries.C. It is a waste of time and money.D. It brings many economic benefits.DWhenthe leaves begin to change their colors and the birds head south, we know the season is starting to change. On September 7 comes White Dew (白露), the 15th so
24、lar term (节气) of the year. It indicates the beginning of the cool autumn. As the temperature falls, white dew is often seen on the grass and trees at night. Forwriters and poets, autumn is a difficult season to describe. Its the end of the summer, and therefore a little sad. The days seem to get sho
25、rter, and when you wake in the morning, theres mist(薄雾) and its cooler. Winter is just around the corner. American writer Ernest Hemingway wrote in his book A Moveable Feast, “You expected to be sad in the fall. Part of you died each year when the leaves fell from the trees and their branches were b
26、are (光秃秃的) against the wind and the cold, wintry light. Buton the other hand, autumn has its good side. There are so many changes at this time of year, such as the colorful leaves and cooler nights. French writer Albert Camus even thought autumn was a second spring, “when every leaf is a flower.” Th
27、is view is also found in the most famous autumn poem in English literature, To Autumn by John Keats. In that poem, Keats says that autumn has its own songs, just like spring. Another theme of this season is wisdom. The arrival of autumn is thought to be similar to a person becoming mature (成熟的). The
28、great Irish poet W.B. Yeats usedthis ideain his poem The Wild Swans at Coole writing about the changing seasons in Coole Park in the west of Ireland. Seeing and counting 59 swans, he remembers first making the count as a young man. Seeing the swans do the same thing for all those years, hes reminded
29、 that even though we get older, our hearts always stay the same age.12. What can be concluded about White Dew?A. It is often ignored by writers and poets.B. It is the time of year with the most rainfall. C. It is when the temperature begins to drop.D. It indicates the end of the autumn.13. A Moveabl
30、e Feast was mentioned to _.A. point out that autumn is very coldB. present the sad part of autumnC. show that winter w ill soon comeD. express sadness about the end of life14. What does “this idea” in the last paragraph refer to?A. Autumn is an important season for man.B. We can always stay young at
31、 heart. C. Autumn is related to ones growing old. D. Nature is full of lessons to be learned.15. Whats the article mainly about?A. The solar term White Dew.B. Why autumn is a sad season.C. Autumn weather and activities.D. Famous writers description of autumn.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
32、入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Life isnt always a walk in the park. _16_ These tips are small things that happy peopledo to make life just a little bit better, and now you can too.1. They turn mistakes into lessons._17_ While its easy to be upset when a new job just isnt working out or a relationshipfalls ap
33、art, focusing on learning from what went wrong will help you turn a mistake into something productive.2. They go offline.Addiction to social media sites is a bad habit, and looking at pictures of other peoplesamazing vacations and delicious desserts isnt doing anything for you. Make a promise withyo
34、urself to remove them every dayyou can read a book or call a friend. _18_3. They ignore the small stuff.Bad days happen. _19_You accidentally fall over a banana skin. There are plenty ofcases where anger, disappointment, and anxiety are totally reasonable reactions, but they donthave to be your fina
35、l reactions. Learning to let go of the little things you cant control will allow you to focus better on the positive aspects of life.4. They plan trips.Even if you cant afford an overseas trip, there are plenty of affordable ways to get outthere and see the world. Experiencing a new culture or food
36、or a change in scenery is a greatway to bring a little extra happiness into your life.5. _20_Instead of waiting for opportunities to fall into your lap, take control. Putting yourself out there can feel like a challenge, but once you take a risk, you will certainly be rewarded.A. They ignore risks.B
37、. They take chances.C. Mistakes are an inevitable part of life.D. So how do happy people get through a rough day?E. You spill coffee down your shirt before you are running out of the door.F. So who can you turn to for help when you plan trips?G. Just staying away from the Internet allows you to live
38、 your life instead of watchingother people live theirs.第二部分：英语知识运用(共两节，满分45分)第一节：完形填空 (共20小题；每小题.1.5分, 满分30分)One of the most exciting archaeological（考古的）discoveries in history was made in November 1922, when Howard Carter was _21_ in the valley of the Kings in Egypt. After many months of digging, he
39、 finally _22_ an unknown tomb._23_ with his friend Lord Carnarvon, who was providing the money for his work, Carter entered the _24_ tomb. At first there was _25_, because the tomb was _26_. It was clear that it had been robbed at some time in the past. _27_, one of the workers eventually uncovered
40、a small stairway that led down to another door that had not been _28_.Carter went down the dark staircase, walking _29_ in case there were any traps. As he opened the _30_, Lord Carnarvon asked if he could see anything. He replied, “Yes, _31_ things.” It was clear at once that they had discovered wh
41、at they had been _32_. The tomb of King Tutankhamun was full of treasures of _33_ value. There were over 5,000 objects of silver, gold and precious stones which had lain there _34_ for thousands of years. Lord Carnarvons _35_ at discovering the treasures did not last long. Many of the local people w
42、ere afraid of _36_ the Kings tombs, and believed that the kings would punish anyone who _37_ them. Lord Carnarvon had paid little attention to these _38_, but only a few weeks later, he _39_ fell ill and died; at the exact time of his death, all the lights in Cairo went out all of a sudden, and far
43、away in England, his dog also _40_.21.A. travelingB. visitingC. standingD. working22.A. fellintoB. cameacrossC. passedbyD. knockeddown23.A. BackB. TogetherC. AroundD. Again24.A. newB. warmC. darkD. familiar25.A. joyB. satisfactionC. disappointmentD. surprise26.A. dirtyB. wetC. emptyD. quiet27.A. Ins
44、teadB. BesidesC. ThereforeD. However28.A. openedB. lockedC. fixedD. replaced29.A. carefullyB. quicklyC. confidentlyD. calmly30.A. tombB. doorC. caseD. eye31.A. terribleB. commonC. strangeD. wonderful32.A. lostB. lookingforC. ruinedD. focusingon33.A. greatB. littleC. lowD. no34.A. undividedB. undevel
45、opedC. undiscoveredD. unplanned35.A. fearB. worryC. shameD. pleasure36.A. buildingB. repairingC. closingD. disturbing37.A. boughtB. metC. enteredD. cleaned38.A. warningsB. mistakesC. storesD. jokes39.A. finallyB. reallyC. suddenlyD. actually40.A. changedB. diedC. returnedD. disappeared注意：将答案写在答题卡上。写
46、在本试卷上无效。第二节：（共10小题；每题1.5分，共15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Kobe Bryant passed away in a helicopter crash five months ago. His fans were so heartbroken that they held various _41_（activity）to honor him. Someone “updated” the superstars social media _42_ April 1 to promote his sports fantasy novel
47、,The Wizenard Series: Season One, to his fans around _43_ globe. The novel revolves（围绕）around a basketball team, the West Bottom Badgers, and an incredible coach Rolabi, _44_ is based on Phil Jackson, the former coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.“The book stems from（源于）my goal of bringing joy back to
48、youth sports, while _45_（teach）important life lessons.” Bryant said in an interview before his death. Apart from referring to his _46_（person）basketball experiences, he also draws from the more basic and psychological truths in sports: teamwork, training, perseverance and mental toughness.While the
49、announcement may not have come _47_（direct）from Bryant, many fans are hoping that the fantastic novel _48_（continue）his legacy. For many others, _49_, it was Bryants mentality that made him legendary（传奇的）. _50_（know）as the “Black Mamba” for his passion, persistence, and fearlessness, Bryant will liv
50、e on through the achievements he impressed upon the world.第三部分：写作(共两节, 满分35分)第一节 ：短文改错 (共10分; 每小题1分, 满分10分) 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短文。短文中共有10处错误，每句中最多有两处。错误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(), 并在此符号下面写出该加的词。 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
51、起) 不计分。As we all know, everyone have a dream. I have dreamed of being a doctor since I entered into the primary school. Nowadays with modern life go rapidly, many people suffer from different kind of diseases, both mentally and physically. As a result, doctors are in great need at home and abroad. M
52、y dream is to become successful doctor, helping to save peoples lives. Although to be a good doctor was very difficult, I will do whatever I can to keep everyone health. To make my dream come true, I have told me over and over again that Ill concentrate more to studies. After all, only by working ha
53、rdly can one succeed.第二节：书面表达（满分25分）假定你是高二学生李华，你的英国朋友Jim在给你的邮件中提到他对你所在的城市正在实行的垃圾分类（garbage classification）很感兴趣，请给他回信，介绍相关信息。内容包括：1. 垃圾分类的益处；2. 你周边的实施情况；3. 你的感受。注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；Dear Jim,_ Yours,Li Hua 20202021学年第一学期联片办学期中考试高二英语 参考答案一、阅读理解1-3 CBD 4-7 ADAB 8-11 BCDA 12-15 CBBD 16-20 DC
54、GEB 二、完形填空 21-25 DBBCC 26-30 CDAAB 31-35 DBACD 36-40 DCACB 三、语篇填空41. activities 42. on43. the 44. who45. teaching46. personal 47. directly 48. will continue 49. however/nevertheless50. Known四、短文改错on healthy hasis hard akinds goingAs we all know, everyone have a dream. I have dreamed of being a docto
55、r since I entered into the primary school. Nowadays with modern life go rapidly, many people suffer from different kind of diseases, both mentally and physically. As a result, doctors are in great need at home and abroad. My dream is to become successful doctor, helping to save peoples lives. Although to be a good doctor was very difficult, I will do whatever I can to keep everyone health. To make my dream come true, I have told me over and over again that Ill concentrate more to studies. After all, only by working hardly can one succeed.五、 书面表达 （略）
