吉林省吉林市第五十五中学2015-2016学年高二上学期期末考试英语试题 WORD版含答案.doc

1、20152016学年上学期期末考试试题高二英语 （共120分钟，满分150分）听力部分（30分，每题1.5分）第一节听下面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 the woman worry about? A. Their train tickets. B. Traffic jams. C. Driving speed.2. How will the woman go to the hospital? A. By bus.

2、B. By taxi. C. By car.3. What is the assignment for next Tuesday? A. Read the textbook. B. Listen to radio programmes. C. Write a composition.4. Where does the conversation take place? A. In a hotel. B. In a restaurant. C. In a store.5. What does the man think of the drums? A. Noisy. B. Wonderful. C

3、. Annoying.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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话前，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。每段对话读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6至8题。6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Workmates. B. Husband and wife. C. Father and daughter.7. Why did the man go to Fortaleza? A. To go on bus

4、iness. B. To do some shopping. C. To enjoy the scenery.8. What is Tommy doing? A. Playing on his computer. B. Watching TV. C. Talking with his friends.听第7段材料，回答第9至11题。9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Athlete and coach. B. Customer and trainer. C. Customer and gym worker.

5、10. How far can the woman run in an hour on the running machine? A. about 7 kilometres. B. About 8 kilometres. C. About 10 kilometres.11. What is the man trying to do?A. Encourage the woman to run faster. B. Persuade the woman to take swimming lessons. C. Show the woman how to use a machine.听第8段材料，回

6、答第12至14题。12. What is the woman doing? A. Checking some information about a job.B. Reading a piece of job advertisement.C. Having an interview.13. What does an office assistant have to do?A. Do the typing. B. Answer telephones. C. Arrange meetings.14. What do we know about the woman? A. She doesnt kn

7、ow English well. B. She doesnt have a school certificate. C. She doesnt want to apply for the job.听第9段材料，回答第15至17题。15. What is the woman doing?A. Having an interview. B. Having a survey. C. Having a test.16. Where does the woman come from? A. Brittany. B. Paris. C. Princeton.17. What does the woman

8、like most? A. Reading. B. Swimming. C. Windsurfing.听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。18. When is Harrods open? A. From Monday to Friday. B. From Monday to Saturday. C. From Monday to Sunday.19. What is Harrods famous for? A. Its food halls. B. Its clothes halls. C. Its book halls.20. What is the most interesting th

9、ing about Harrods? A. Theres a doctor and a bank in it. B. There are hundreds of lights outside. C. Therere 25 cafes and restaurants in it.笔试部分（130分）阅读理解（30分）(A)Many people in the United States like eggs for breakfast. There are many different ways to cook eggs. One of the most common kinds of eggs

10、for breakfast is scrambled eggs. In addition, this is one of the easiest dishes to cook. Read this recipe (秘法) for scrambled eggs and you will see how easy it is. Scrambled EggsUtensilsIngredientsa frying pana spatula (刮勺)1 tea spoona fork or spoona small bowleggs2 tablespoons of milk or butter salt

11、pepper (胡椒)Steps: 1) Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium(适中的)heat. 2) In a small bowl, mix the eggs and the milk. Use the fork(or the spoon)to mix these well. 3) Pour this mixture into the pan. 4) Stir the eggs from time to time with the spatula. Continue until the eggs are no longer liquid.

12、 5) Add salt and pepper, Add a little or a lot, as you like. 21. For this recipe, you do not need_. A. a knife B. a spatula C. a bowl D. a fork22. Which of these steps comes first?A. Stir the eggs with the spatula. B. Eat the eggs for breakfast. C. Add salt and pepper. D. Mix the eggs and the milk.

13、23. Which of these words means to change from solid to liquid?A. pour B. stir C. melt D. scramble24. Read the recipe again, in which of the five steps do you scramble the eggs?A. Step2 B. Step 3 C. Step 4 D. Step 5 BMore American people take their troubles with them on holiday, according to a new su

14、rvey. Although 40 percent said that the main reason for going away is to escape pressure (压力) from work, almost all said they worry more than they do at home. Only four in every 100 said that they are happy and free of care.The most common worry is burglary (入室盗窃) , with four out of 10 worrying abou

15、t their homes being broken into while theyre abroad. More than a quarter fear they will feel crazy with some other noisy and rough holiday-makers and 22 percent worry they may be attacked or their possessions will be missing. One in five think the car may break down; and the same number worry about

16、the chances of bad weather.The survey also showed that the stay-at-home Americans are no more. Three out of every five want to have a holiday abroad, a great increase from the figures only three years ago. The hotel holiday is still a winner, with about one third of all Americans preferring to go on

17、 a self-catering (自助) holiday.25. According to the text, about _ of people worry more on holiday than when they are at home.A. 25% B. 40% C. 80% D. 95%26. The third most common worry of American holiday-makers is that they may _.A. be attacked or lose their possessions B. have problems with their ca

18、rs on the roadC. have bad weather on holiday D. get mixed with some rough fellow holiday-makers27. Where do American holiday-makers like to stay most?A. At a hotel. B. In a quiet place. C. At a friends house. D. Where they can cook for themselves. CVegetable may aid the brainA study suggests certain

19、 vegetables such as broccoli (花椰菜) and spinach（菠菜）might help older women keep their minds sharp.Researchers have discovered that women in their 60s who eat more green leafy vegetables show less signs of mental decline over time, reported Wednesdays CRI online.They gave participants a bundle of tests

20、 measuring memory, oral ability and attention. The study didnt include men, but researchers say a similar diet would likely have the same results.Eating fish can cut risk of heart rhythm disorder(心律不齐)US scientists have found that eating fish can reduce the risk of deadly heartbeat disorders. They s

21、ay baked fish can effectively reduce the risk of atria fibrillation (心房纤维性颤抖) among older men and women, reported Tuesdays CRI online.Researchers say in their 12 years of research among 4,800 people over the age of 65,they found those who ate fish one to four times per week had a about 30 percent lo

22、wer risk compared with those who ate fish less than once a month. They say the pmega-3 fatty acids in fish can reduce the risk of a range of heart disorders and is vital to brain development and function.More than 2 million Americans are affected by atria fibrillation, a chronic (慢性的) condition that

23、 causes shortness of breath and an inability to exercise.Red wine may extend lifeUS scientists have found that a mixture that makes red wine a healthy drink may also hold the secret to a longer life. They say antioxidant (抗氧化剂) in wine acted on fruit flies and worms in the same way as a method known

24、 to extend the life of many animals, which is by sharply limiting how much they eat.CRIENGLISH.com reported Thursday.Limiting calories has been shown to make animals such as dogs and monkeys live longer, but they are often tired and lose productivity.The researchers will begin testing the mixture in

25、 mice, which are considerably closer to humans biologically.28.The text is most likely to be published in_.A. a story book B. an advertisementC. a textbook D. a scientific journal29.What does the underlined word “vital” in the second part probably mean ?A. lively B. crucial C. alive D. unnecessary30

26、.Atria fibrillation can cause_.A. mental problems B. shortness of breathC. fatness D. poor memories31.Which of the following statements is not true ?A. Researchers dont suppose that certain vegetables can keep mens minds sharpB. Those who eat more fish per week may have lower risks of heart disorder

27、sC. A mixture in red wine holds the secret to a longer life.D. Therere both advantages and disadvantages in limiting calories in animals DBeijing (AFP) Oct. 17, 2005Chinas second manned space mission returned safely to Earth early Monday after a successful five-day flight, in the latest chapter in C

28、hinas ambitious drive to become a global space power. Astronauts Fei Junlong and Nie Haisheng were given a clean bill of health after the re-entry capsule（返回舱）of their Shenzhou VI spacecraft glided to Earth on a parachute, ending up in Inner Mongolia, Xinhua news agency said. “Our journey in space w

29、as very smooth, the living and working conditions inside the cabin were very good, our health is okay, thanks,” Fei said on state television, with a radiant smile. Appearing from the module, television pictures showed the two took a few seconds to adjust to the Earths gravity, before being presented

30、 with bouquets of flowers and waving to assembled recovery teams and ground control staff. Mission control declared the 115-hour space flight a success, Xinhua reported. A member of one of the recovery teams reported that the capsule landed upright after touching down at 4:32 am (2032 GMT Sunday), j

31、ust one kilometer (1,100 yards) from the intended landing site, it added. The flight was Chinas second-ever manned space mission following the historic Shenzhou V, which in October 2003 made China the third nation after the former Soviet Union and the United States to put a man into space. During hi

32、s 21-hour maiden flight in 2003, lone astronaut Yang Liwei never left his seat in the re-entry capsule nor took off his space suit. In contrast, Fei and Nies flight saw them leave the re-entry capsule and enter the orbital capsule(轨道舱), shedding their bulky suits and donning ordinary work clothes so

33、 they could move around easily. Dispelling concerns that China could use space for military purposes, Premier Wen Jiabao said the purpose of the mission was to conduct experiments “entirely for peaceful purposes.”The Chinese government also hopes to use the manned space program to inspire patriotism

34、(爱国精神) and instill a curiosity in science and technology amongst Chinese population. 32.Which of the following statements is NOT true?A. China is much lack of patriotism. B. China is the third country in the world to send men into space. C. Not all the people have the great interest in science and t

35、echnology. D. China has successfully launched manned spacecrafts into space twice.33.What can you infer from the passage? A. It took Fei Junlong and Nie Haisheng only two years to get prepared for the space trip. B. Astronauts have to wear large and heavy space suits in space all the time. C. China

36、wants to catch up with the United States and Russia in the field of space and controls the profitable field.D. China must have had a good mastery of space technology by now.34.Which of the descriptions about the astronaut(s) is true?A. Yang Liweis health was not good enough to stay in space for more

37、 than one day.B. Fei Junlong and Nie Haisheng felt a little uneasy but soon got all right shortly after landing.C. Yang Liwei occasionally left his seat in the re-entry capsule and took off his space suit.D. Fei Junlong and Nie Haisheng found the work clothes not so comfortable as their comparativel

38、y better-equipped space suits. 35.The best title for the news is _. A. Competitive Taikonauts (中国宇航员) into Space B. Chinese Triumph (胜利) on Oct.12,2005 C. The Safe Return of Shenzhou VI D. China Marching towards Space完形填空（30分，每题1.5分）John entered a college and often worked late until 12 at night. He

39、fell into the habit of smoking a year ago. He smoked so much that he 36 had a cigarette on his lips. He 37 while he read, while he watched television and 38 while he drunk a cup of coffee or tea. He smoked nearly forty cigarette a 39 , but he was happy.Johns friend, Frank, 40 many times to 41 him no

40、t to smoke. “Smoking is bad for your 42 ,” He said, “Youd better 43 it up.” But his advice didnt 44 .Before long, John found that he often got a hard and 45 cough, so he went to see a doctor. The doctor 46 him carefully and asked whether he often smoked. John told him the 47 . Then the doctor told h

41、im that his cough was 48 by smoking and he wouldnt get any better 49 he stopped smoking. “If not,” said the doctor,” your cough will never be 50 and some other 51 may also be caused.”John became worried and made up his mind to give up smoking. At the beginning, it was very 52 for him. Every 53 when

42、he wants to smoke, he got some other things to eat. At last, he was not 54 in smoking at all. And he no longer had 55 .36.A. stillB. seldomC. neverD. always37.A. stoppedB. smokedC. ateD. had38.A. stillB. justC. evenD. right39.A. timeB. monthC. dayD. minute40.A. talkedB. orderedC. workedD. tried41.A.

43、 adviseB. tellC. wishD. take42.A. workB. studyC. healthD. life43.A. keepB. giveC. putD. lift44.A. continueB. workC. replyD. answer45.A. wetB. loudC. dryD. rapid46.A. sawB. feltC. curedD. examined47.A. truthB. reasonC. matterD. thing48.A. shownB. keptC. causedD. heard49.A. becauseB. untilC. unlessD.

44、when50.A. stoppedB. curedC. repairedD. mended51.A. illnessesB. questionsC. hurtsD. matters52.A. sickB. tiredC. difficultD. easy53.A. dayB. timeC. wayD. place54.A. seemB. toldC. happyD. interested55.A. smokesB. problemsC. coughsD. cigarette语法填空(20分，每题2分)阅读下面材料，选择正确选项完成短文。部分试题括号内已给出汉语提示。Hello Kitty, o

45、ne of the most famous imaginary 56 (角色)in the world，greets us everywhere. Since she was born, she 57 （获得）impressive popularityshe is 58 international fashion queen.2014 was the characters 40th birthday. Fans from around the world gathered 59 （愉快） to celebrate their love of Hello Kitty.Hello Kitty wa

46、s 60 (设计) as a character to attract preteenage girls. The designers could not 61 that she would become such a 62 star as she is today.Helen McCarthy, an author and expert on Japanese cartoons，explained 63 the character is so popular. “Because Hello Kitty is all about happiness and friendship and fun

47、. Women and girls all over the world are happy _(购买) .”And the imaginary character does not only appeal 65 females. There are also Hello Kitty products for boys and men，such as neckties and golf bags.56. A character B characters C characteristic D characterist57. A gained B gains C has gained D had

48、gained58. A an B the C the D 不填59. A cheer B cheerfulness C cheerful D cheerfully60. A designs B designed C designing D design61. A dreaming B dreamt C have dreamt D dreams62. A globe B globelly C globally D global63. A why B what C who D that64. A buy B to buy C bought D buys65. A on B with C to D

49、about短文改错（15分，每题1.5分）根据每句后面提示改正文中错误。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处起) 不计分。My brother, who is a Harvard graduate, work in a multinational company. （改正1）Recently, the company had failed several times in its attempts

50、 to break into the Chinese market. （改正1）As a new manager in the charge of the sale department, he is trying every possible mean to promote their products.（删去1, 改正1） Because he has taken some effective measures, their profits are expected to rise at 30%. （改正1）I am real proud of my brother. （改正1）Whats

51、 more, he has promised to give me five thousand yuan until my summer holidays come.(改正1） If not, I will be able to afford go travelling. （改正1，加词1） How a wonderful piece of news! （改正1）作文（25分）保护环境是人类永恒的话题，如何保护环境就成为人类最重要的任务之一，人人应该有责任保护环境保护我们这个地球家园。请以“How to Protect the Environment”为题写一篇短文，阐述我们应该如何从身边做起

52、来保护环境提示：1 环境的现状：越来越糟糕，自然灾害(natural disasters）越来越多，地震的危害严重威胁到了人类的安全； 2 好的环境能给人类带来健康和快乐，改善环境意味着保护人类自己，提高生活质量 3 环境保护的具体建议：要点自己拟定 注意： 1 语句准确、流畅，内容要点完整 2 可根据实际情况适当发挥 3 字数：100个左右。2015-2016学年上学期期末高二英语参考答案:听力 1-5 BCBAB 6 -10 BAACB 11 -15 BABCC 16 -20 ACCAA阅读21. A。在所需炊具材料中没列出刀子这一工具。22. D。在所给步骤中判断。23. C。melt意

53、为“溶化”。24. C。炒蛋是第4步。25D 26. A 27.A 28.D29B.30.B31.A 32.A 33.D 34.B 35.CIII、完形填空3640: DBCCD 4145: ACBBC 4650: DACCB 5155: ACBDC 语法填空答案1.characters2.has gained3.an4.cheerfully5.designed6.have dreamed7.global8.why9.to buy 10.to改错1. work改为works 主语是he,谓语要用单数第三人称2. had改为has several times 要用现在完成时hashave don

54、e结构。3. the 去the 人+in charge of 人掌管 物+in the charge of4. mean 改为means means 名词 “方式，方法”5. at 改为by rise by 上升到，增长了6. real改为really 副词修饰形容词7. until 改为when/before 有一个时间先后顺序。8. not改为so 根据上下文意思“如果这样的话，我就能担负的起旅行的话费了。”9. afford 加to 固定搭配afford to do sth 担负的起做某事10. How 改为What 感叹句what +aan +形容词+名词！how+形容词！写作How

55、to Protect the Environment The environment is getting worse and worse. More and more natural disasters are appearing, and there have been happened so many strong earthquakes recently in the world, especially in Japan. Good environment can make people feel happy and fit. To improve the environment me

56、ans improving our life. We mustnt cut down trees. Instead, we should plant more trees and flowers around us. Meanwhile, we should stop factories from pouring waste water into rivers and giving off waste gas into the air. Whenever we see litter on the ground, we should pick it up and throw it into dustbins. Never spit in public. Dont draw on public walls. Its everyones duty to protect the environment.