江苏省海安高级中学2020-2021学年高二英语上学期期中试题.doc

1、江苏省海安高级中学2020-2021学年高二英语上学期期中试题（考试时间：120分钟 总分：150分）注意事项：所有试题的答案均填写在答题纸上，答案写在试卷上的无效。第一卷 （选择题， 共 95分 ）第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分) 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What does Tim want? A. A pet.B. A birthday cake. C. A new v

2、ideo game system.2. What does the womans son want to be? A. A lawyer.B. A violinist.C. A writer.3. Where does the conversation take place? A. In a library.B. In a classroom.C. In a bookstore.4. How old is the young man? A. About seven years old.B. About eleven years old.C. About eighteen years old.5

3、. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A country.B. A tour.C. A person.第二节听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. According to Jill, what is a cold day suitable for? A. Sleeping.B. Studying.C. Playing.7. W

4、here does Jills father think she should go? A. To the camp.B. To a park.C. To her friends.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。8. Why do the speakers want to go for a bike ride? A. The weather is nice.B. The man has a new bike. C. The woman needs exercise. 9. How does the man feel? A. Hungry.B. Cold.C. Excited.10. Where

5、 are the speakers going on their ride? A. To the city park.B. To the mans house.C. To the grocery store.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。11. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Mother and son.B. Brother and sister. C. Husband and wife. 12. Why doesnt the man want to get a tree this Friday nig

6、ht? A. Its tiring.B. Its no fun.C. Its too cold.13. What will the speakers do for family night this Friday? A. Watch a movie.B. Go to the school play.C. Decorate their house for Christmas.听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。14. What did the speakers receive? A. Johns report card.B. An invitation to dinner.C. A thank-y

7、ou letter from a high school.15. Which class does John need to work on the most? A. History.B. English.C. Math.16. What will John get as a reward? A. A pet.B. A toy.C. A movie ticket.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. When did the speakers cousins come to visit? A. In the spring.B. In the summer.C. In the winter

8、.18. What was the speakers job? A. She was a waitress.B. She was an actress. C. She was a TV producer.19. Why did the speaker call Charlie? A. He knew Robert De Niro. B. He would hold a pool party. C. He always had good ideas.20. What happened to the speaker and her cousins at the end? A. They met a

9、 famous actor. B. They were asked to leave the party. C. They moved in to New York City together.第二部分、阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）第一节：（ 共15小题；每小题2.5分， 满分37.5分） 请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AMigingo, a tiny rock island on Lake Victoria in Kenya, measures just 0.49 acres. According to some ac

10、counts, it was originally settled by two Kenyan fishermen, who came here in 1991. Others say it was a Ugandan who came here first and then brought more of his fishing friends. It was this kind of contradictory stories and the battle over the islands fish-rich waters that created a conflict over the

11、ownership of Migingo between Kenya and Uganda.Back in 2009, Migingo has a population of 131, but the number has ballooned to around 1000. Drawn by the large population of Nile perch, fishermen from Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania crowded into Migingo. In spite of measures set in place to keep population

12、under control, the place becomes packed to the point where theres little room to walk in.Whats really surprising is that just a few meters away lies a much larger and completely uninhabited island called Usingo. It is said that the place is home to a demon (魔鬼), and fishermen are afraid to even set

13、foot on it, let alone live there with their families. But it turns out to be just a rumor online. Locals havent even heard about any demons, but they do have a very practical reason.Despite permanent police presence from both Uganda and Kenya, pirate (海盗) attacks still occur. They are not as frequen

14、t and violent as they used to be, but every few months fishermen do run into pirate stealing their catch and boat engines, sometimes even killing them in the process. But there is strength in numbers, so its safer for most people to live on Migingo than to risk moving to Usingo.Migingo remains the w

15、orld most densely populated island, but it may not hold that title for much longer. Due to over-fishing around the island, the supply of Nile perch is on the decrease, and people are starting to move to other fishing spots.21. What can we know about Migingo according to the text?A. It belongs to two

16、 countries.B. It has the densest population.C. It attracts the most tourists.D. It is home to brave fishermen.22. Why do fishermen refuse to move to Usingo?A. They may be attacked by pirates. B. They cant get a huge catch of fish.C. They believe there live some demons. D. They cant be protected by p

17、olicemen there.23. What may happen to Migingo in several years?A. It will cause more violent conflicts. B. It will be a suitable place to live in.C. It will be deserted by some fishermen. D. It will have the largest population of fish.BWhen my grandmother died at the age of 96, there were two things

18、 she left behind in abundance-nearly 100 photo albums documenting decades of travel and home life, and a dozen quilts, one of which my mother gave me. Quilting is the process of sewing together fabric(作料)to make one large piece of fabric. In my family，quilting and sewing is a tradition that has been

19、 passed down through the generations. My mother says her great-grandmother would occasionally travel around New York State to sew clothing for other families. In the United States，quilting was a craft(手艺)that started as a necessity and eventually became much more. In 1862, the U.S. government offere

20、d millions of acres of land to Americans who wanted to move west. This allowed families to settle on land that that could eventually own. They often built their own homes and lived off the vegetables in their gardens and the livestock they had. Sewing was very important for women because they were r

21、esponsible for clothing their families and keeping them warm. Quilting also became a chance for women to socialize with each other.They would gather for so-called “quilting bees”，where they would meet up and work on one quilting project together. This provided a much-needed relief from the lonely li

22、fe of living on a large piece of land. Throughout history, the different patterns on American quilts have conveyed all kinds of information. From then，we can tell where a person lived，what region of the world they originated from, or sometimes a story is told in pictures on a quilt. Even today，women

23、 still gather to quit together in a show of friendship and a love for the craft，just like the old days.My sister has tried quilting a few times，and hopefully，her two daughters may one day continue this family tradition. 24. What do we know about quilting？ A. It is a lost traditional craft. B.It is a

24、 major means of making a living in the USA. C.It is a craft that has become a cultural symbol. D.It was a way to carry on the American history. 25. What does the author intend to do in Paragraph 3？ A. Introduce a new topic for discussion. B.Summarize the previous paragraphs C.Add some background inf

25、ormation. D.Praise the U.S.governments policy. 26. What does the underlined word“this”in paragraph 4 refer to？ A. Working on the land. B. Participating in“quilting bees”. C.Designing a quilting project. D. Clothing the family. 27. What is the authors purpose in writing the text？ A. To instruct how t

26、o sew together fabric. B. To show the authors skills of quilting. C. To tell about the struggle of women. D. To appeal for preservation of quilting.CWhen students and parents are asked to rate subjects according to their importance, the arts are unavoidably at the bottom of the list. Music is nice,

27、people seem to say, but not important. Too often it is viewed as entertainment, but certainly not an education priority（首要事件）. This view is shortsighted. In fact, music education is beneficial and important for all students. Music tells us who we are, because music is an expression of the beings who

28、 create it, it reflects their thinking and values, as well as the social environment it came from. Rock music represents a lifestyle just as surely as does a Schubert song. The jazz influence that George Gershwin and other musicians introduced into their music is obviously American because it came f

29、rom American musical traditions. Music expresses our character and values. It gives us identity as a society. Music provides a kind of perception (感知) that cannot be acquired any other way. Science can explain how the sun rises and sets. The arts explore the emotive (情感的) meaning of the same phenome

30、non. We need every possible way to discover and respond to our world for one simple but powerful reason: No one way can get it all. The arts are forms of thought as powerful in what they communicate as mathematical and scientific symbols. They are ways we human beings “talk” to each other. They are

31、the language of civilization through which we express our fears, our curiosities, our hungers, our discoveries, our hopes. The arts are ways we give form to our ideas and imagination so that they can be shared with others. When we do not give children access to an important way of expressing themsel

32、ves such as music, we take away from them the meanings that music expresses. Science and technology do not tell us what it means to be human. The arts do. Music is an important way we express human suffering, celebration, the meaning and value of peace and love. So music education is far more necess

33、ary than people seem to realize. 28. According to Paragraph 1, students _ . A. regard music as a way of entertainment B.disagree with their parents on education C.view music as an overlooked subject D. prefer the arts to science 29. In Paragraph 2, the author uses jazz an example to_ . A. compare it

34、 with rock musicB. show music identifies a society C. introduce American musical traditions D. prove music influences peoples lifestyles 30.According to the passage, the arts and science_. A. approach the world from different angles B. explore different phenomena of the world C. express peoples feel

35、ings in different ways D. explain what it means to be human differently 31.What is the main idea of the passage? A. Music education deserves more attention. B. Music should be of top education priority. C. Music is an effective communication tool. D. Music education makes students more imaginative.D

36、An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by the invasion of a host by pathogens(病原体) whose activities harm the hosts tissues and can be spread to other individuals.Microorganisms(微生物) capable of causing disease are called pathogens. A true pathogen is an infectious agent that causes disease

37、 in any possible host. The terms “infection” and “disease” are quite different. In order to cause disease, pathogens must be able to enter the host body, stick to specific host cells, invade and multiply and do damage to host tissues.Pathogens may be spread through either direct or indirect contact.

38、 Direct contact occurs when an individual is infected by contact with the infection source. It also includes taking in the infectious droplets released by sneezing or coughing. Indirect contact occurs when a pathogen can survive the environment outside its host for a long period of time. So lifeless

39、 objects that are polluted by direct contact with the infection source may be the indirect contact for easily infected group.Public health measures typically involve killing the pathogen from its source or from its route of spread. Those measures include ensuring a safe water supply, effectively tre

40、ating waste water, and initiating animal control and vaccination(疫苗) programmes, etc. Personally, the first line of defense is to keep pathogen at bay by following good personal hygiene(卫生) habits. Prevent infection before it begins and avoid spreading it to others with some easy measures, such as w

41、ashing hands, getting vaccinated and so on.Man never stops fighting against all kinds of infectious disease.But in the past two decades at least a dozen “new” diseases have been identified, and traditional disease that appeared to be “on their way out” are re-emerging. Globally, infectious diseases

42、remain the leading cause of death. Clearly, the battle has not been won. Nevertheless, it is increasingly difficult for most of us to deny the claims of science. We are continually presented with great amounts of relevant scientific and medical knowledge, which encourages us to take more responsibil

43、ity for our own health.32. What does Paragraph 2 focus on?A. Origin of true pathogens.B. Nature of infectious diseases.C. Strategies for avoiding tissue damage.D. Differences between infection and disease.33. What is likely to cause disease spread through indirect contact?A. Getting bitten by an inf

44、ected dog.B. Playing toys a sick child played with.C. Breathing in tiny drops from sneezing.D. Shaking hands with an infected person.34. Which of the following can best explain the underlined phrase “at bay” in Paragraph 4?A. At risk.B. Off course.C. Under control.D. Within reach.35. What does the l

45、ast paragraph imply?A. Man is at a loss about infectious diseases.B. Traditional infectious diseases are dying out.C. Science counts in defeating infectious diseases.D. The battle against infectious diseases is in vain.第二节：七选五 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。Do People

46、Need Small Talk to Be Happy?Psychologists have long said that connecting with others is an important part of happiness, but how much conversation we require is under examination. In one study，researchers found that small talk made up only 10% of their conversation related with happiness. _36_ Scient

47、ists believe that small talk could promote bonding. Late last year, Princeton researchers reported that small talk keeps closeness with loved ones, and isnt merely the stuff of awkward exchanges with strangers. Still, chatting with strangers could brighten your morning. In a series of experiments, p

48、sychologists gave Chicago passengers different directions about whether to talk with fellow passengers一something they typically avoided._37_None of the chatters reported being rejected. Small talk can also help us feel connected to our surroundings. People who smiled at, made eye contact with, and b

49、riefly spoke with their Starbucks waiters, reported a greater sense of belonging than those who rushed through the transaction (交易). _38_One report found that when volunteers broke the silence to chat with gallery goers, the visitors felt happier and more connected to the exhibit than those who were

50、 not approached. _39_In one study, people who were rated “less curious” by researchers had trouble getting a conversation rolling on their own, and had greater luck building closeness with others when they were supplied with questions that encouraged personal disclosure (透露). But people who were con

51、sidered “curious” needed no help when transforming conversations about ordinary things into personal exchanges. _40_A. The same is true of gallery goers. B. They found that small talk is related with happiness C. But dont play down small talk just yet. D. Of course, some people are better than other

52、s at turning small talk into something bigger. E. A “curious mindset”，the author concluded, can lead to “positive social interactions”. F. Making small talk is an important skill for all the social situations. G. Those told to chat with others reported a more pleasant journey.第三部分、语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）第

53、一节、完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。One common and practical piece of advice people give would-be travelers is to “travel light”. _41_, my Europe and Egypt trips last year proved I was the perfect example of “What not to do”.As a fresh university gradu

54、ate, I was _42_ ready to spread my wings. _43_ that by seeing the world wasnt such a bad idea. Since I would be away from home for the first time, I made sure I _44_ well. Too well. The Toronto airport clerk looked at my body-sized suitcases suspiciously. “Are you _45_ there?” she asked. “Only for s

55、ix months,” I told her, embarrassed. My luggage _46_ it to Cario in one piece. But on a visit to Europe half a year later, _47_ struck. On my last day in Rome I had packed my clothes, reference books and so on into a body-sized bag and my large suitcase. After a _48_ journey to the airport, more tro

56、uble awaited. “You are over,” a clerk told me, meaning my luggage wight was _49_ the limit. I had to pay more money, which I didnt have. The clock was ticking. Desperate, I decided to unload. I ended up _50_ with an umbrella, new running shoes.Why do people like me still drag unnecessary baggage in

57、our lives? I think it was _51_ for me to let go of my so-called “safety blanket”, a way to prevent homesickness and to feel prepared. But _52_, I didnt need to bring all that. It only added headaches in a time when travelling should give one a feeling of _53_ from worries, burdens and past. _54_ we

58、cant get rid of our heavy baggage forever, or burdens and problems, it doesnt _55_ to leave them behind when we are on vacation. 41. A. StillB. InsteadC. Besides D. Then 42. A. rather thanB. more thanC. apart fromD. very much43. A. SpreadingB. OpeningC. MakingD. Doing44. A. carried B. took C. packed

59、 D.loaded45. A. visiting B. travelling C. staying D. moving46. A.made B. transported C. delivered D. sent47. A. luck B. chance C. misfortune D. disaster48. A. tired B. pleasant C. tough D. bored49. A.across B. beyond C. within D. by50. A. leaving B. parting C.separating D. dealing 51. A. hard B. nec

60、essary C.easy D. possible52. A. exactly B. really C. actually D. presently53. A. freeing B. coming C. escaping D. breaking54. A. As though B. As C. Now that D. Even though55. A. harm B. affect C. instruct D. hurt第二节、单句语法填空（共15小题，每小题1分，共15分）阅读下面句子，在空白处填入适当的单词或用所给字母的正确形式填空，每空只填一个单词。56. You must ask _(

61、批准) before taking photos inside the church. 57. Drug manufacturing is the most _(profit) business in America. 58. Despite his _ (legal) act, few people think badly of him. 59. This programme aims at _(strong) the relationships between parents and their children. 60. She _(撕) the letter into pieces a

62、nd threw it in the bin. 61. I went home d_ I had finished work.62. The main character in this book is a girl of great perseverance and _(勇敢)63. They tried to treat all their children _(同样地).64. _(expose) to too much sunlight, as is generally considered, will add to the potential of catching skin can

63、cer. 65. This is the _(good) breakfast that I have ever had. 66. The plan, if approved, would also allow students, regardless of household income, _(attend) any of the 29 states public colleges and universities. 67. In the past many years, the giant panda _(drive) out of their original habitats as a

64、 result of farming and other developments. 68. It is believed that advertising can often be an indicator for _ society considers to be socially acceptable and desirable at the time. 69. Computer games represent the first digital media technology _ is applied to socialization of a generation on a lar

65、ge scale. 70. However, we were about to leave the store _ the rain came in full force. 第四部分、写作（共两小节，满分40分）第一节 应用文写作 （满分15分）71. 假定你是学生会主席李华，你校英语社团排练的话剧The Important Papers在市话剧比赛中获得一等奖。请给已回国的外教Jenny写封邮件，内容包括:1. 表达感谢；2. 回顾Jenny的指导； 3. 表达祝愿。注意: 1. 词数80左右; 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。参考词汇: rehearse v. 排练Dear Jenn

66、y, _ Yours, Li Hua第二节、读后续写（25分）72. 阅读下面材料, 根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。Throughout life, we come across many people who impact us in a way. The person who left a great impact on me is my dad.Three months after turning fourteen, my life was great. I was getting settled into a high schoo

67、l; my grades were already starting off greatly and I was making friends. One day as I came home from school, I walked into our living room, finding my mom and dad talking. My parents turned to me and told me to sit down because there was something important they had to tell me. I soon found out that

68、 my dads liver (肝脏) was failing and he needed an immediate transplant. I was shocked and confused. He was working and never looked sick. My parents told me not to worry because everything would be fine. Four months had passed and my dad still had not received a new liver; he was progressively gettin

69、g worse. His body seemed to be getting weaker, but he constantly said he was fine.It was getting hard for my family and me. My dad had to quit his job leaving my mom to be the only provider. I had to take on the responsibility of cleaning the house, cooking meals and checking on my dad while my mom

70、was at work. I had to cut back on hanging with my friends because my dad was beginning to go in and out of the hospital. My focus for school was starting to slip. So were my grades. Two nights before my school spring break, my mom received a call from the hospital that my dad had been in a car accid

71、ent and that he was in hospital. Surprisingly, my dad hadnt received a scratch on him. Then next night my mom received a call from the doctor stating that there was a liver that matched my dads body and that he needed to get to the hospital immediately.Para. 1 My mom and I rushed to the hospital and

72、 my dad was brought into surgery._Pare. 2 Having to take on so many responsibilities at home and constant worry about my dad have helped shape me into the person I am today.一、听力(1-20 题，每小题1.5分， 满分30分) 15 CACCB610 ABACA1115 CCBAA1620 BBACB二、 阅读理解 （共两节，满分40分）阅读理解 第一节：（ 共15小题；每小题2.5分， 满分37.5分） (A) BAC

73、(B) CCBD (C) ABAA(D) BBCC七选五 第二节 （ 共5小题；每小题2.5分， 满分12.5分） CGADE完形填空 (共15小题；每小题1分， 满分15分）ABDCD ACCBB ACCDD 单句语法填空：(共15小题；每小题1分， 满分15分）56. permission 57. profitable 58. illegal 59. strengthening 60. tore 61. directly 62. bravery 63. alike 64. Being exposed 65. best 66. to attend 67. has been driven 68

74、. what 69. that 70. when One possible version:Dear Jenny, I am Li Hua, chairman of the student union. I am writing to express our heartfelt thanks to you. The English play The Important Papers we rehearsed won the first prize in the drama competition in our city, which is a great honor for our schoo

75、l. Without your generous support and patient guidance, we wouldnt have achieved such great success. I still remember the days when you spent countless hours perfecting our pronunciation and analyzing the characters in the play. Its really because of you that we finally achieved success. Thanks again

76、 and we wish you all the best. Yours, Li HuaOne possible version:Para. 1My mom and I rushed to the hospital and my dad was brought into surgery. So worried was I that I couldnt help trembling, while my mother was praying for father in the corner. As time passed by, there was nobody bringing any news

77、 outside, and fright began to consume me. After what seemed a long time, a nurse came out telling us that the operation was a success. Upon hearing that, my mother and I burst into tears and hugged each other tightly. Having experienced worry, fright and nervousness, I understood the word growth for

78、 the first time. After that, my father needed to stay in hospital, which meant I needed to take on the housework and go to the hospital more frequently. Pare. 2Having to take on so many possibilities and constant worry about my dad have helped shape me into the person I am today. From all these, I g

79、radually learnt to make the most of my spare time to study while shouldering my family responsibilities. And this contributed to the continuous increase in my grades. Also, my dads great love for our family and positive attitude towards his life also impact me a lot. No matter what obstacles I meet

80、with nowadays, the strong will my father passed on to me will inspire me to go forward and encourage me to stick to my belief. Now, I am the father of two boys, and I take them to visit their grandfather every week. Seeing them read newspapers for him in the sunshine, I believe the qualities will pa

81、ss on to them someday.One possible version:Para. 1My mom and I rushed to the hospital and my dad was brought into surgery. We were waiting anxiously outside. After what seemed to be a long time, his doctor came out and informed us that the surgery was successful, but my dad couldnt leave the hospita

82、l for at least a month. During my dads stay in the hospital and his adapting to his new liver, my father still tried to comfort us, saying that everything would be OK.Pare. 2Having to take on so many responsibilities at home and constant worry about my dad have helped shape me into the personI am to

83、day. I become more responsible for my family and even for everything. Seeing my dad remain positive and strong throughout his illness has taught me not to take my life for granted, but still stay positive to life. Also, seeing my dad in hospital for months has inspired me to go into the medical fiel

84、d as a doctor. Thus, I can do everything in my power to help those in need.一、应用文评分标准。1. 本题总分为15分, 按5个档次给分;2. 评分时，先根据文章的内容和语言初步确定其所属档次, 然后以该档次的要求来衡量、确定或调整档次, 最后给分;3. 词数少于60和多于100的从总分中减去2分;4. 评分时, 应注意的主要内容为:内容要点、应用词汇和语法结构的丰富性和准确性及上下文的连贯性;其中，内容要点为：1. 表达感谢；2. 回顾Jenny的指导； 3. 表达祝愿。回顾Jenny的指导（可适当发挥）。每个要点3分

85、，共12分。5. 拼写与标点符号是语言准确性的一个方面, 评分时, 应视其对交际的影响程度予以考虑, 英、美拼写及词汇用法均可接受;6. 如书写较差, 扣3分，以致影响交际, 将分数降低一个档次。二、读后续写评分标准1. 本题总分为25分，按5个档次给分。2. 评分时，先根据所续写短文的内容和语言初步确定其所属档次，然后以该档次的要求来衡量、确定或调整档次，最后给分。3. 词数少于130的，从总分中减去2分。4. 评分时，应主要从以下四个方面考虑：（1）与所给短文及段落开头语的衔接程度；(特别注意学生写的第一段第一句、第一段的最后一句话、第二段第一句话和所给的句子之间是否连贯，如不连贯，降一个

86、档次，即扣5分)（2）内容的丰富性，描写的生动性；（3）应用语法结构和词汇的丰富性和准确性；（4）上下文的连贯性；（5）主题的升华。听力录音稿 Text 1 生日礼物M: Can I get the new video game system, Mom? (1) I know I said I wanted a puppy, but I changed my mind.W: OK, Tim. Ill make you a deal you will get it on your birthday in ten days.Text 2M: Your son plays the violin be

87、autifully. Does he want to become a violinist?W: No, he wants to study law. (2) Playing the violin is only his hobby. He likes writing novels in his spare time, too.Text 3W: Im looking for a book on how to improve oral English.M: Hmm, look on the third shelf. If youd like, I will give you a 10% disc

88、ount. (3)W: Thank you. But its still too expensive. I think Ill just go to the college library to borrow one.Text 4 W: How long have you been playing the guitar? I heard you playing in the parking lot after school yesterday.M: You did? I was waiting for my brother to get out of football practice. Iv

89、e been playing since I was eleven, so about seven years. I really love it. (4)Text 5 M: Hi, Janet. I heard youve just returned from a tour of Australia. Did you get a chance to visit the Sydney Opera House?W: Of course I did. It would be a shame for anyone visiting Australia not to see such unique a

90、rchitecture. (5)Text 6 M: Are you still sleeping, Jill? Im disappointed in you.W: But its a cold, rainy day, Dad. Its perfect for sleeping, (6) isnt it?M: I guess. But is that really how you want to spend your time? When I was your age, I was always at the mall with my friends.W: Well, my friends ar

91、e all at that math camp. What do you think I should be doing? M: I dont know. Youre young, and you have so much energy. Why not go to the park across the street and see whats happening there? (7)Text 7 M: Lets go for a bike ride! The weather is beautiful today. (8) I want to get some exercise, too.

92、W: All right. (8) I can finally ride my new bike. I got it for Christmas, but its been too cold to ride it.M: Perfect! Lets go for a long ride down to the city park. I have a lot of energy today! (9) (10)W: You sure do! Ha-ha! I need to eat a snack before we go on a long ride, though. Give me thirty

93、 minutes to get ready, and then Ill meet you at your house.M: Okay, that sounds good. Dont take too long. Im ready to go!Text 8 W: What should we do for family night this Friday? We always order pizza and watch a movie. I was thinking that maybe we could do something different this week.M: Okay, goo

94、d thinking. Do you have any ideas for different activities?W: Hmmwhat about taking everyone to get a Christmas tree? I know we usually do that for the kids, (11) but I thought it might be fun to choose one and decorate it together this year.M: I dont know its supposed to be really cold on Friday nig

95、ht. (12) Maybe we can do that next week and do something inside this week. W: Okay. Why dont we all go to the Christmas play at school? (13) Even though no one in our family is in it, it would be nice to support the school and the community. M: Great idea! Lets do that. (13)Text 9 W: Have you seen t

96、he mail yet?M: No, I just got home from work.W: Well, youre in for a surprise. We got something from Valley View High School.M: Lets see Hmmit looks like we got Johns report card. (14)W: Finally! How did he do?M: Look at his math grade!W: How exciting! He brought his grade up from a C to an A!M: Yes

97、. He has almost all Aseven in English!W: Yeah, everything except in history thats still a B. (15)M: We should reward him, shouldnt we? Hes worked really hard.W: Shall we take him out to dinner or a movie?straight As: 成绩全优a straight A student 全优生M: But we told him wed buy him a dogW: Only if he gets

98、straight As. We have to be firm on that.M: But giving him no reward at all seems mean, doesnt it?W: Well, then I guess we could take him out to his favorite restaurant.M: But he really wants a dog.W: Lets meet halfway. Ill buy him a little toy dog to remind him we havent forgotten our promise, and w

99、ell give it to him at dinner. (16) Text 10 When I moved to New York City, my cousins came to visit. (17) They were fourteen and sixteen years old. I felt like quite an adult showing them around the big city, even though I was only a few years older than them. It was a very hot July, (17) so I was tr

100、ying to find a place for us to swim. Finding a pool in New York City is not easy. Many pools cost a lot, and I didnt earn much as a waitress. (18) I called up my friend Charlie, because he always had good ideas. (19) He suggested that we go to his boss pool party. They worked in the television indus

101、try and always threw parties with many actors. Charlie said that his boss would assume that we were actresses. My cousins hoped theyd get a chance to meet famous people. When we arrived at the pool, no one paid us any special attention. However, at a certain point, my fourteen-year-old cousin saw a man and began to yell, “Its Robert De Niro!” Finally, she got us kicked out of the party. (20) Later, we learned that the man wasnt actually Robert De Niro. It was Charlies boss.