山东省菏泽市2021-2022学年高二英语上学期期中考试试卷（A）（附答案）.doc

1、保密启用前2021-2022学年度第一学期期中考试高二英语试题(A)注意事项：1.本试卷由四个部分组成。其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题，第三部分的第二节和第四部分为非选择题；2.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上；3.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效：4.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听

2、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. Why will the woman set up a drama club?A. To improve students spoken English.B. To make new friends with the same interest.C. To create more opportunities for drama lovers.2. What does the girl mean?A. S

3、he wants to pursue her own career.B. Her father should enjoy his retirement.C. She is willing to take over the business.3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. painter. B. Some pictures. C. A museum.4. Why did the man make the phone call?A. To get his TV exchanged. B. To get his address che

4、cked. C. To get his cable TV box repaired.5. What time is it actually?A. 5:00 p.m. B. 5:15 p.m. C. 6:50 p.m.第二节(共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)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。听第6段材料，回答第6, 7题。6. What is the probable rela

5、tionship between the speakers?A. Manager and worker. B. Fellow workers. C. Husband and wife.7. What does the man think of Diana?A. She is a difficult person. B. She seems bad tempered. C. She is easy to get along with.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. Why does the man buy the flowers?A. For his wifes birthday. B. F

6、or the wedding anniversary. C. For his daughters graduation.9. How much does the man save on the roses?A. $ 5. B. $ 20. C. $ 25.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. When can the woman sign up for the contest?A. On March 14th. B. On March 17th. C. On March 18th.11. Where will the contest be held?A. In the school hal

7、l. B. In the meeting room. C. In the Student Union office.12. What will the man do first?A. Enter the contest. B. Return to his dormitory. C. Go to the Student Union office.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. What happened to the woman two years ago?A. She left school. B. She went to college. C. She became a pilot

8、.14. What is the man doing?A. Applying for a job. B. Introducing himself. C. Conducting an interview.15. What language is the woman learning at evening classes?A. Spanish. B. French. C. Italian.16. What is the womans shortcoming in her own opinion?A. Shyness. B. Inexperience. C. Overconfidence.听第10段

9、材料，回答第17至20题。17. What will the weather be like this afternoon?A. Cloudy. B. Rainy C. Sunny.18. Which day is the warmest?A. Friday. B. Saturday. C. Sunday.19. What season is it?A. Autumn. B. Winter. C. Spring.20. How does the speaker sound in the end?A. Serious. B. Worried. C. Humorous.第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分

10、50分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。ABand DayCome to join us for an exciting day of music at the UNI Dome with the Panther Marching Band! It will bring a special and friendly musical and social experience to you. Youll also have a chance to meet new people a

11、nd perform in a welcoming environment!Band Day: November 9Cost: $ 10.00 per student includes: admission to the game, pizza dinner, music and a Band Day T-shirt. Parking in certain parts of the campus now requires a fee.Music: A link to download music will be included in your email after you register

12、(注册). Music will be available at that link no later than September 1.Students are welcome to use music folders(资料夹)during the performance.Registration:Band directors registering full bands or groups of students from the same band should register here: https:/bands.uni.edu/band-day-group-registration

13、.Individual students registering independently may register here:https:/bands.uni.edu/panther-band-day-individual-registration.Note:Weve changed our payment method to improve the registration process. Individual students must pay by using a credit card at the time of registration. Band directors may

14、 either pay by a credit card or mail a check made out to Panther Marching Band.The final deadline for registration is October 14.If you have any question, please contact Carla Ramsey at 21. What can participants do on Band Day?A. Listen to their favorite music. B. Have a chance to join a band.C. Tal

15、k face-to-face with musicians. D. Meet new people and enjoy performance.22. For which of the following should participants pay extra?A. Meals. B. Parking. C. Music folders. D. Musical instruments.23. What does an individual student need to do?A. Sign up online before October 14. B. Get in touch with

16、 band directors.C. Send a 10-dollar check to the Band. D. Download music before November 9.BRecently I read a passage saying that kids need 12 hugs a day. The idea is that kids who are hugged that much are probably being shown and told how valuable they are. And lets face it, not all kids get the sa

17、me loving kindness at home, which affects their ability to lead full lives-not just at home, but also in school. After all, when kids lack love, how can we expect them to do well in school?Thats the question one school principle in Winterport, Maine recently wondered. Her brilliant solution? Self-ta

18、lk mirrors.Several weeks ago, a series of brightly colored mirrors with positive self-talk phrases appeared on the walls throughout the Leroy H. Smith School in Winterport. The elementary schools principal, Dawn Moore, was inspired by a similar project she spotted online that aimed to promote differ

19、ent kinds of learners. Moore took this idea, adjusted it, and now its the talk of the town.Moore says the mirrors allow students to literally remind themselves of their worth and their abilities every single day. it is not reflective of how you did in class, she says, but reflective of whom you are

20、and what you can be if you believe in yourself and love yourself.The mirrors all hang at eye-level with the students and were fixed in common spaces throughout the halls. And so far, the experiment has been a huge success with both kids and teachers. The hope is that they will remain a permanent fix

21、ture in the school.What do the kids think of this project? At first, the students loved looking and making faces and silly actions but after the novelty of look at me was over, many students have been observed looking at themselves, proudly, reading the sentence above the mirror.The staff at Leroy H

22、. Smith plan to mix up the messages every few weeks in order to keep things fresh.24. How does the author think of the hug theory?A. Absurd. B. Reasonable. C. Doubtful. D. Traditional.25. How did Moore get the idea of Self-talk mirrors?A. She got inspired from her mirror. B. Her staff made suggestio

23、ns to her.C. It was adopted from an online project. D. She used the childrens natural love for beauty.26. What is the purpose of self-talk mirrors?A. To improve students speaking skills. B. To make the school more beautiful.C. To improve childrens self-confidence. D. To let kids pay attention to the

24、ir appearance.27. What is used to encourage students in the project?A. Inspiring words. B. Schools awards.C. Teachers encouragement. D. Other childrens admiration.CWhen I was growing up in Dallas, there was only one activity that could get me, my mom and dad, and my three siblings(兄弟姐妹)to stop going

25、 in six different directions and all pay attention to the same thing. It wasnt celebrating holidays. It wasnt watching Dallas Cowboys games. It was any time one of the kids had to do a science experiment for school.Both my parents worked for NASA. I remember when any little sister tried to grow jars

26、 of mold (霉菌)in her room, my mom liked to check her progress every day. Another time, we were packed into the car in the middle of the night to watch the Apollo launches at a family friends house. Sure, my parents had worked on the project, but this was something our family did because we believed i

27、n exploration, whether we were exploring the surface of the moon or a jars of mold.When 1 became a mom, I realized that I didnt have a carefully thought-out plan for every situation that arose. But I tried to carry on the tradition of science experiments at home. We had a habit of Science Saturdays

28、for a long time. And as the kids are growing up, I am so proud of the way they look at the world, as a series of wonders to discover.I think all children are naturally curious. But Im not sure they all have the confidence to ask and answer hard questions. Many children worry that they arent creative

29、 or smart enough. Thats part of what great parents can do: help young people overcome self-doubt, awaken their curiosity, and encourage them to do whatever is in their heart.28. What made the authors families get together?A. Having holidays. B. Making family trips.C. Watching spoils games. D. Doing

30、science experiments.29. What is the mothers reaction when the little sister tried to grow mold in the room?A. She stopped her at once. B. She was quite supportive.C. She was doubtful about it. D. She helped her make progress.30. What happened to the authors own kids?A. They lost curiosity as they gr

31、ew tip.B. They were not interested in science at first.C. They made important discoveries in later life.D. They were influenced by the authors love for science.31. What is the purpose of the author in writing the text?A. To show the importance of science.B. To show love and thanks to her parents.C.

32、To ask readers to get kids curious about things.D. To describe how she became interested in science.DWhether you were born in December, July or September can have a great impact on your life. The reason isnt your astrological(占星术的)sign, but rather the role your birth date plays in deciding when you

33、enter school.Most countries state clearly when young children should start school using a cut-off date in the year. The relative position of your birthday to the school cut-off date has one important consequence. A large body of research has shown that students who were relatively old among their pe

34、ers(同龄人)are more likely to become professional sports players. This pattern is evident across a wide range of sports in many different countries with different cut-off dates: soccer, ice hockey and AFL. Studies have also found that relatively old students do better at school, even though the advanta

35、ge tends to decrease over time.One of the main reasons for this birthday effect is the impact of relative age on self- confidence. Being relatively old among your peers tends to place you higher in the distribution of achievement. Children who enjoy this throughout childhood can end up being more co

36、nfident in their ability and carry this confidence with them later on.In a world where self-confidence is rewarded, these qualities can be their edge. Those who were relatively young may be at a disadvantage. So understanding the effect of birth dates is important. It can inform policies to reduce t

37、he relative age effects. For instance, it can help improve the design of curriculum(课程)and assessment programs to avoid the unintended effect imposed on relatively young students who were born before the cut-off date. It also means grouping children based on ability across age range may be a better

38、solution than strict age-based classes.32. What will probably happen to relatively old students according to most research?A. They will probably win respect from their peers.B. They will probably complain about the cut-off date.C. They will probably gain achievements in sports field.D. They will sur

39、ely perform better at school as time goes on.33. What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about?A. Why relatively old students have an advantage in competition.B. What kind of attitude relatively old students should take.C. How self-confidence has an effect on school children.D. What children should do to

40、become confident.34. Which can replace the underlined word edge in Paragraph 4?A. impact B. opportunity C. trouble D. advantage35. What suggestion is given in the last paragraph?A. Relatively young students should never be punished.B. Children should be grouped according to their ability.C. Teachers

41、 should not be too strict with young students.D. It is better to treat old and young students equally.第二节(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。4 Memory Exercises Proven to Keep Your Brain SharpPlay a new sport 36 Athletic activities that motivate your mind and body, such as

42、yoga, golf, or tennis, have been linked to improved brain function and energy levels. 37 And then study up on the rules and procedures. If you cant make it to a gym, log on to these free brain games you have never tried.Challenge your fine-motor(精细运动)skillsLearning a sport or enrolling in a new clas

43、s, mastering an activity that requires considerable hand-eye coordination can keep your brain active and healthy. Pick up a new hobby that requires you to use your hands, such as knitting, painting, or assembling a jigsaw puzzle. Even better, chew gum while you do it. 38 Memorize phone numbersEven a

44、 short brain-training session can make a big difference for your memory. By challenging your brain with memorization puzzles, experts believe you can protect your brain cells and strengthen the connections between them. 39 Ashraf Al, MD, recommends dividing each 10-digit number into three sections;

45、for example, 801 555 8372 is much easier to remember than 8015558372.Create a memorial phraseMaking a memorial device is one perfect way to store an important rule, fact, or to-do list in your memory bank. Some are acronyms(首字母缩略词), such as RICE, (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation), a first-aid

46、treatment for injuries. 40 You can use spring forward, fall back, as a reminder to reset your clock twice a year. The next time you need to memorize something in a hurry, come up with a clever acronym or sentence for it.A. Others come in the form of sentences.B. Focus your energy on new information

47、instead.C. Sign up to learn a sport you have never played before.D. Impress your friends by memorizing their phone numbers.E. Getting your heart pumping can also keep your brain bumping.F. These memorial phrases will help you remember 14 or more basic facts.G. Chewing gum while completing a task cou

48、ld improve concentration and memory.第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)第一节 (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A、B、C和D四个选项中，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。That night, I felt like a child whod lost her way. Shall I write to her, such a famous lady? Why would a busy woman like her 41 to me, just a nobody? Finally, howeve

49、r, I called up all my courage and put pen to paper.I wrote about myself and my 42 : I hoped to touch peoples hearts through my 43 . I wrote a few drafts, and then the most 44 part came: Should I send it or not? It was 2:00 a.m. by then, and my finger kept 45 the Send button. The fear of 46 seemed mu

50、ch bigger than it should be. I finally told myself 47 I never heard back from her, I couldnt live with the 48 of not trying. At 2:48 a.m. , I finally 49 Send.The next day, I 50 an e-mail from Arianna Huffington! She wanted me to become a blogger for her website, and she connected me to the 51 !Its b

51、een over three years since that 52 night that was filled with the fear of rejection but 53 changing my life. Today, Ive published three books and written many articles for websites. And, most 54 , I learned rejection only means I tried to do something outside of my 55 zone.41. A. respond B. belong C

52、. relate D. turn42. A. past B. dream C. family D. career43. A. words B. feelings C. songs D. speeches44. A. painful B. foolish C. ridiculous D. difficult45. A. hitting B. avoiding C. pressing D. controlling46. A. failure B. loss C. rejection D. death47. A. even if B. long before C. so that D. now th

53、at48. A. disappointment B. sadness C. regret D. embarrassment49. A. sent B. struck C. hit D. ignored50. A. regained B. delivered C. received D. confirmed51. A. directors B. photographers C. publishers D. editors52. A. stressful B. horrible C. disgusting D. shocking53. A. kept on B. ended up C. felt

54、like D. applied to54. A. hopefully B. importantly C. originally D. differently55. A. danger B. pedestrian C. security D. comfort第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。The most famous, most traveled to, and most popular city in all of Australia is the city of Sydney. Sydney sits

55、on the shores of Sydney Harbour and is an 56 (excite)city that offers an incredible experience to those travelers who come 57 (it)way.Sydney is also blessed with being very near to a number of natural areas in the surrounding region 58 are also popular with visitors from outside the country. It does

56、nt matter where someone is from, but they have probably already seen 59 (photo)of the famous Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Both of those are worth visiting and are 60 (extreme) interesting, but Sydney is much more 61 that.Sydney also offers attractions like Sydney Olympic Park, Sydne

57、y Tower, and Taronga Zoo. There are also a wide variety of fun things to do in and around the Sydney area. Swimming and spending time at the beach 62 (be)popular activities and there are plenty of inviting coastal areas to choose 63 both within and just outside of Sydney.Sydney is also very bicycle

58、friendly and it is possible 64 (rent)bicycles and ride them all about the city. So much can be done during a visit to this 65 (wonder)international city that it is nearly impossible to see it all in one trip.第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)第一节(满分15分)假定你是李华，你校要组织交换生参观北京古代建筑博物馆。请你写一封邮件通知你班的交换生Jack参加。内容包括：1.活动时间；2.注

59、意事项；3.表达期待。注意：1.写作词数应为80左右：2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。参考词汇：北京古代建筑博物馆Beijing Ancient Architecture MuseumDear Jack, Yours,LiHua第二节(满分25分)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。When Susan told her 12 years old son Andy their family were visiting New Delhi, a dreamlike place for teenagers, his little face was sh

60、ining with indescribably wild joy. He had long expected to explore the imaginative kingdom, especially the Stone Forest, two miles east of the town, where lay various stones in different colors and sizes.The two-day trip was very tight-first met their old friends, the Millers and then met Andys expe

61、ctation. When they reached their house it was already 3 p.m. Miller and his wife were happy to meet them after a long time. They sat in the drawing room and chatted about old times. Their son soon bored with adult conversation, went out to play with the hosts children-Eric and Daisy-both of whom wer

62、e around Andys age.But Andys appetite seemed never to be satisfied. As his name Andy conveyed, he was courageous and adventurous. Andy was impatient to inspect the route to the Stone Forest ahead so as to be a tour guide for his parents the next day! He forgot the grand dinner the Millers prepared t

63、he evening.Dinner time Eric and Daisy came running hack, both excited about the special dinner, but Andy wasnt with them. Alarmed, Miller asked them about Andy, but between their panicked questions and keyed-up voices they became nervous, unable to convey anything. From the little they were able to

64、explain, they guessed that the children were riding their bikes in the neighbourhood lanes(小巷), while Andy ran after them. At some point, Andy must have fallen behind, unable to keep pace, taken a wrong turn and lost his way.Panic-stricken, they all ran out in search of Andy. At the same time, Susan

65、s mind raced with all sorts of horrible situations-a part of the road was dug up for some construction work; what if Andy had fallen in? How far had he wandered? How alone and scared he must be in a strange town!注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Actually, Andy now was enjoying himself in the Stone Forest. On the halfway back, Andy heard his mums calling.