内蒙古赤峰市第四中学分校2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题 WORD版含答案.doc

1、高二英语期中试卷一、阅读理解 ADear Ms. Winston,The purpose of this letter is to express to you my sincere apologies for any inconvenience(不便)you may have experienced last month. Please accept my apology for being unable to give you an answer to the installation(安装)of your Internet high speed service in time.I jus

2、t returned from vacation this week and found your letter in my letter box. As soon as I reviewed your case, it was clear that your May 20th request for a change in service had not been read by anybody. We have recently had a number of key employees changed, which might have resulted in your letter b

3、eing ignored.Anyhow, I have directed our installation group to contact you by the end of this week. They will call you to set up a time convenient for you. After that, they will go to your house and install your new router(路由器).In order to express our thanks to you as our customer, we are going to p

4、rovide you with first three months of high speed service for free. Therefore, your account will not be billed until October of this year.We will continue to provide you and all of our customers with the highest standards of service in the industry.If you have any questions, please call me at 754-978

5、5.Yours in service,Paul CorderoManager, Customer Solutions1.Ms. Winston is a(n)_.A.customerB.employeeC.installation workerD.manager2.From Paragraph 2, we can infer that_.A.the author will go for a vacation this weekB.the author found the letter in his officeC.Ms. Winston asked for a change one month

6、 agoD.other employees didnt want to deal with this case3.In which of the following months will the womans high speed service be for free?A.May.B.June.C.August.D.October.4.Why did the author write the letter?A.To apologize to a customer and offer a solution.B.To ask Ms. Winston what her problems are.

7、C.To introduce the service of his company.D.To tell Ms. Winston her account will not be billed.BWith the development of economics(经济),the problem of the left- behind children(留守儿童)has become a serious social problem. More and more people have realized we should do something to help them.The biggest

8、problem is that the children are all hungry for the love from their parents. Many of them can just get a call or a letter from their parents half a year, a year or even several years. So some children cant remember what their parents look like. When they meet their own troubles, they have no one to

9、talk with. Nobody gives them enough care.Because of being too far away from their parents, the left-behind childrens study is the second biggest problem. From a survey about their study, only two percent of the children get good results, while ten percent of them are common and eighty-eight percent

10、of them are poor. What a pity!There are also many other problems of the left- behind children, such as having no ability to protect themselves, unhealthy lifestyles, spending too much pocket money and too much time on the Internet and so on.In a word, to solve all the problems of the left-behind chi

11、ldren needs the government, families and schools to try their best together.5.Which is the most serious problem of the left-behind children according to the passage?A.They dont study well.B.They are crazy about the Internet.C.They don t want to go to school.D.They can t get enough love from their pa

12、rents.6.Many people think_.A.something should be done to help the left-behind childrenB.the parents of the left-behind children dont care about themC.the government and families should do their bestD.The problem about the left-behind children is hard to solve7.Which of the following sentences is not

13、 TRUE?A.Ten percent of the left-behind children are good at study.B.The left-behind children cant see the their parents often.C.The left-behind childrens problem is a social problem.D.Many problems of the left-behind children should be dealt with.8.What is the best title of the article?A.The Left-be

14、hind ChildrenB.The Problems of the Left-behind ChildrenC.How to Help the Left-behind ChildrenD.The way to protect the Left-behind Childrenc“Italy without Sicily does not leave an impression on your soul: here lies the key to everything.” This is what Goethe wrote during his voyage through Italy in 1

15、787. In fact, Sicily is Italys largest island and at the same time a small world of its own. Typically Italian and yet completely different: contrasts (差别)characterize Sicily in many aspects - scenic as well as cultural.The sunny island has always been considered a blooming place. It is in spring th

16、at Italys southernmost point shows its best, when countless almond trees turn the island into a sea of flowers. Beautiful lemon trees are to be found all over the island, but most of all on the soil beneath Mount Etna, the landmark of Sicily and the largest volcano of Europe.Windswept bushes and spl

17、endid sand dunes in the southeast attract you. Here you will find Sicilys most beautiful sandy beaches - extending for kilometers on end, wide and gentle.In the thinly populated inland, the mountain area with its valleys, streams and plateaus creates an almost mysterious atmosphere; in the mountain

18、villages time seems to have stood still.The islands around Sicily are worth a visit, too: from Sicily you can easily reach the Lipari Islands, for example.As various as the islands landscape and sights are its people - the Sicilians. The poet Angelo Fiore held that, there were “five million Sicilies

19、”, just as many as there are people. In the Sicilian melting pot of cultures you will find elements contributed by the Greeks, the Romans, the Arabs, the Normans, the Hohenstaufen dynasty, the Spanish and the French. Southern Italian hospitality, celebrating colorful, lively festivals and keeping up

20、 religious customs are surely among the islanders characteristics.18. Why are Goethes words mentioned in the first paragraph?A.To attract us to Sicily.B.To introduce the topic of the text.C.To give us a taste of Goethes talent.D.To describe Sicilys unique natural sights.10.How do you understand the

21、underlined phrase “a small world of its own”?A.Sicily is separated from the Italian mainland.B.Sicily has unique scenes and cultures.C.Sicily represents Italian cultures.D.Sicily is Italys largest island.11.What is the main idea of the last paragraph?A.The friendliness of the Sicilians.B.The festive

22、 atmosphere of Sicily.C.The melting pot of cultures of Sicily.D.The different customs of the Sicilians.DExploration is about how we experience the geography. A geography education without actively learning how to explore places is as frustrating as teaching music lessons without sound. Besides that,

23、 exploration has the potential to be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding things we humans will ever do. It can be good for developing problem-solving, teamwork, social and other vital skills. Therefore, we should be given the opportunities to learn properly how to do it.The sad reality is that m

24、illions of children are socially and geographically deprived(剥夺) of the opportunities. Their learning environments lack the diversity of places and experience-based opportunities that they need to develop well and as a result, they will not reach their full potential.There is plenty of research show

25、ing that many children have little time and space to explore, play and learn outdoors. Perhaps most shockingly, Dirt is Good conducted a survey which found that three-quarters of UK children spend less time outside than prisoners, that the amount of time children spend playing in natural places has

26、decreased and that a fifth of children do not play outside on an average day.There are a large number of good and complex reasons why parents do not let their children play (and so learn) outdoors and not overcoming these barriers comes with its own risks. Changing the parenting cultures that are ov

27、erly limiting many childrens freedom will potentially need efforts of generation after generation.Partially as a response to this situation, an increasing number of doctors are providing social prescriptions(处方). Instead of being offered medicine for mental or physical illness, young patients are be

28、ing prescribed time with nature, volunteering, doing sports or some other activities instead.Teachers are, in many ways, in a better position to provide time and space for children to benefit from experiences that help them not only to learn, but also to be well. Teachers can spare both formal and i

29、nformal time and space for exploration that helps not only children who are ill, but also those who are well.12.What does paragraph 1 mainly talk about?A.The way to reach full potential.B.The methods of doing exploration.C.The different attitudes to exploration.D.The importance of doing exploration.

30、13.What can we learn from the survey of Dirt is Good?A.Prisoners in the UK are treated very well.B.Children are badly in need of outdoor time.C.Children are becoming less outgoing nowadays.D.There arent enough natural places in many countries.14.What do we know about the process of changing the pare

31、nting cultures ?A.Its interesting but tiring.B.Its complex and risky.C.Its challenging but worthwhile.D.Its troublesome and demanding.15.What does the author want to say by mentioning social prescriptions?A.Playing outside can promote peoples health.B.Traditional medicines may have side effects.C.Ex

32、perienced doctors are in short supply.D.Mental illness needs special treatment.七选五：This is the season for giving. Looking to get in touch with your generous side? Learn these four habits of truly thoughtful gift givers. 16.Considerate gift giving is as much about planning as it is about how well you

33、 know the person. Take time to think about his or her personality and interests to figure out how he or she will get the most value. They dont focus on cost.The practice of thoughtful giving offers a wealth of benefits, but that doesnt mean givers should focus on expensive gifts. 17. It seems that h

34、aving more cash could actually reduce compassion(同情). And isnt compassion what this time of year is all about? So dont take it too hard if you dont have a lot to spend. 18. They make gifts personal.Gifting is an opportunity to let a person know how much you appreciate and love him, and show how well

35、 you know him. 19. Book a massage (按摩), take them to a wine tasting event, or get a couple of tickets to a concert or show. If youre buying for a parent, taking their kids for an evening could be the best gift of all. They think about the presentation.20. See what you have around your house to custo

36、mize (自定义) packaging. You can use pretty towels to cover something like a bottle of wine. You can also tie on a decoration that fits the theme of your gift.A. They plan ahead.B. Instead, get creative.C. They enjoy giving more than receiving.D. In fact, thoughtful gift givers dont concentrate on the

37、cost of presents.E. Thoughtful gift givers pay attention to detail, including how their gifts are packaged.F. Make a list of your ideas ahead of time to make sure you find the perfect fit for everyone.G. If youre buying for someone who seems to have everything, consider gifting an experience.二、完形填空A

38、 crowd gathered recently to hear a popular jazz band. The music was good, and the _21_ were very talented. But everyone had come to see one player _22_，the 9yearold boy, Jose Andre Montano.Why were so many musiclovers interested in _23_ this young man perform? It is because he is a jazz _24_， and he

39、 is blindJoses life began in Totora, Bolivia, _25_ he was born blind. Yet _26_ his lack of sight, the boy began playing the drums at the age of 4. He showed a(n) _27_ ability, and before long, he was playing the _28_， too. By the age of 5 he had formed his own jazz trio (三重奏). His parents, along wit

40、h everyone else, are _29_ surprised by his wonderful talent. “I didnt know _30_ before; he got me into it，” said his father, Roberto. “I dont know how to explain how it _31_. Its like jazz was _32_ inside him.”Many professional musicians are equally _33_ and welcome the chance to _34_ with Jose. The

41、y have noticed his deep understanding of this unique form of music. Singer Vero Perez says the exceptional thing about Jose isnt his age or even his _35_. According to Perez, “He shows other musicians how jazz music really is to be played.”As Joses fame _36_， he has more chances to tour and perform.

42、 He has traveled throughout Bolivia and into Brazil and Peru.When Jose is at home with his family, he is a _37_ little boy. He goes to school and does his homework. _38_ when he begins playing the piano or drums, his musical genius becomes obvious. Jose has proved that nothing will keep him from doi

43、ng what he loves best. His positive _39_ towards life encourages others to look past their own obstacles and _40_ their dreams.21.A.singers Bactors Cmusicians Ddancers22.A.in person Bin particular Cby mistake Dby chance23.A.celebrating Bencouraging Cnoticing Dwatching24.A.genius Bfool Cinventor Dcon

44、ductor25.A.what Bwhere Cwhen Dwhich26.A.through Bfor Calthough Ddespite27.A.amusing Bfrightening Camazing Dinteresting28.A.drum Bcomputer Csong Dpiano29.A.continuously Bnormally Cstrangely Dsuddenly30.A.rock Bfolk Cjazz Dblues31.A.came about Bcame back Cturned up Dturned off32.A.only Balready Cnever

45、 Dhardly33.A.depressed Bconfused Cimpressed Dworried34.A.live Bchat Cfight Dperform35.A.carelessness Bblindness Cdeafness Dloneliness36.A.promises Bappears Clifts Dspreads37.A.lazy Bhappy Cnormal Dfunny38.A.But BSo CBecause DSince39.A.success Battitude Cdream Dperformance40.A.reach for Bcall for Cas

46、k for Dsend for三、语法填空阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(不多于3个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。OncearichmanmetagroupofArabsinthedesert.It wasnotlong1 theybecamefriends.Thenoneday2 richmanfoundhisgoldwasgone.Someone3 (take)itduringthenight,”hethought.Thechiefpromisedtofindoutthethief.Hesaidtohismen,“Eachofyoumustgotomytent andpullmydo

47、nkeystail.Youallknow4 mydonkeyisverywise.Whenathief5 (touch)histail,hewillbray（叫）.”OnebyonetheArabs went6 thechiefstent,7 thedonkeydidnotbray.Thenthechiefaskedhismentoopentheirhands.Hesmelledtheir hands.Afterhesmelledthehandsofthelastoneheshouted,“Youarethethief.Goandbringback ourfriendsgoldatonce,8

48、 Illkillyou!”Themanbroughtthegoldtotherichman.Therichmanwas9 （surprise）.Thechiefexplained,“Iwassurethatthe realthiefdarenotpullmydonkeystail,soIrubbedthetailwith10 strong-smellingoil.Therewasnosmellatallfromthethiefshands.”四、短文改错。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

49、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。I can still remember I was once asked to make a speech before the whole class by the age of 9.You can imagine how shy I was when I thought of that with so many eyes fixing on me. I had no choice but prepare for it, though. The hardest part was my

50、oral presentation from my memory, as to reading from the paper wasnt allowed. The real moment began when I stood on the platform with my legs trembled or my mind blank. And my listeners were waiting patient. Gradually, I found me back, giving my speech at last. After what seemed to be a long time, I

51、 heard the listener applauding loudly. Ever since then, my fear of speaking before a big audience had disappeared. Actually, now Ive become a great speaker!二、书面表达假定你是李华,China Daily最近拟刊登介绍中国传统文化的文章,请用英语给编辑写封信,谈谈自己的想法,要点如下:1.在你看来,最具中国特色的传统文化的是什么?(剪纸、京剧、功夫、孔子文化)2.此传统文化对于中国的意义;3.我们应该如何更好地保护此传统文化?(不少于两点)注意:1.词数100左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。Dear editor,_Yours,Li Hua