四川省资阳中学2018_2019学年高二英语上学期半期考试试题.doc

1、四川省资阳中学2018-2019学年高二英语上学期半期考试试题本试卷分第卷（选择题）和第卷（非选择题）两部分第I卷注意事项：1. 答第卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在答题卡上。2. 选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。第一部分 听力（共两节，满分20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在试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。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。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

2、一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What has the woman done? A. She has typed a paper. B. She has written another report. C. She has changed some numbers. 2. What is the woman going to do? A. Get on a bus. B. Get out of a car. C. Wait there for the man. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. A newspaper. B. A novel

3、. C. Movie reviews. 4. Why did the woman buy a new jacket? A. It is perfect for skiing. B. It was on sale. C. It is windproof(防风的). 5. What does the woman mean? A. She doesnt like opera. B. She would like to go with the man. C. She prefers to see the opera another day.第二节(共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5

4、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，并标在答题卷的相应位置。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秒钟的作答时问。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6至8题。6. How do people usually feel after agreeing to do something they dont want to? A. Angry. B. Sad. C. Comfortable. 7. What does a refusal(拒绝) require? A. Consideration. B

5、. Courage. C. Wisdom(智慧). 8. What does the woman think of rejecting requests? A. It usually harms friendships. B. It can sometimes improve relationships. C. It can increase ones confidence. 听第7段材料，回答第9至11题。9. Why does the man need help? A. He is not familiar with the area. B. He couldnt get in touch

6、 with his friends. C. He doesnt know where to play baseball.10. Where does the conversation take place? A. In a park. B. In a hotel. C. At a subway station.11. What time is it now? A. 2:00. B. 3:00. C. 4:00.听第8段材料，回答第12至14题。12. Where does the conversation take place? A. At the airport. B. In a resta

7、urant. C. On a bus. 13. Why does the woman like San Francisco? A. There is less traffic there. B. People there are friendly. C. It has many good foods and much good music. 14. Where does the man come from? A. Pennsylvania. B. San Francisco. C. Washington D.C.听第9段材料，回答第15至17题。15. Whats the purpose of

8、 the mans call? A. To find Tony Parker. B. To book a room. C. To confirm his reservation. 16. What kinds of rooms does the woman handle? A. Standard rooms. B. Special suites(套房). C. Double rooms.17. When will Tony call the man back? A. This evening. B. Tomorrow morning. C. Tomorrow afternoon.听第10段材料

9、，回答第18至20题。 18. When did the speaker start playing basketball? A. In primary school. B. In high school. C. After high school graduation. 19. How many hours did the speaker play basketball every morning? A. About three hours. B. About two hours. C. About one hour. 20. How did the speaker learn how to

10、 shoot? A. He taught himself.B. Sonny taught him. C. Skip taught him.第二部分 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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。AWelcome To Thailand! Let us help you find your perfect day trips!Phi Phi Island (by speed boat)Tour Includes:2 way transfer by minibusDivin

11、gSoft drinks, fruit, biscuitsLunchTour guide (speaking English)What To Bring:Swimming suitsShorts & T-shirtBeach TowelCameraNational Park FeePrice: $105 / adult, $60 / child (3-10 years)Tel: 076280856Fax: 076280732E-mail: siamseacanoeJames Bond Island (by ferry)Tour Inclusive of:Land transfer (pick

12、up and send back)Coffee, tea, fruit, soft drinksLunchEnglish speaking guideDont forget!Swimwear, shorts and T-shirtSunglassesCamera and a little moneyPrice: $100 / adult, $60 / child (3-10 years)Tel: 0864704502-3Fax: 076610559E-mail: amazingleoSong Preak Rafting DaytripIncludes:Pick up from hotelRaf

13、ting trainingWhite water rafting 5kmThai food lunch, fresh fruits, drinksRiding Elephant 30 minProfessional English speaking guideTransfer back to hotelWhat We Recommend To BringCameraBananas to feed elephantsPlease Note!Alcohol is available with affordable pricePrice: $103 / Adult, $95 / Child (3-1

14、2 years)Tel: 076510633Fax: 076510611E-mail: songpreakraftingCity Tour PhuketTour Includes:2 way transferTour around seven places of interest in Phuket TownSoft drinkEnglish and Chinese speaking tour guideWhat To Bring:CameraSunglassesPrice: $45 / Adult, $30 / Child (4-11 years)Tel: 0824134883Fax: 07

15、6381470E-mail: sawasdee_phuket21. If Alex wants to go to Phi Phi Island, which telephone number should he dial?A. 076280856.B. 0824134883.C. 076280732.D. 076510633. 22. If Alice, aged 11, and her parents go to James Bond Island, how much will they pay for the trip?A. $160.B. $300.C. $260.D. $200.23.

16、 Which of the following is true according to the passage?A. All the four trips have 2 ways transfer to hotel.B. The transport in James Bond Island Tour is speed boat.C. Alcohol is free of charge in the Song Preak Rafting Daytrip. D. The cost of Phi Phi Island trip includes the National Park Fee.24.

17、Where does this text probably come from?A. A tour brochure.B. A guide to geography. C. Science fiction.D. A science report. BIn the far future, robots live on Earth as humans but the population of humans is smaller than a thousand. This is a story of a repair robot R-62.One day, a car came to the re

18、pair factory and a human stepped out of the car.“Wow, a human! I have never seen a real one,” said R-62.“Humans are quite clever. Theyre able to do any action they want to. Theyre even able to harm other human beings or organize wars, which they have been doing a lot in the history. Also they dont e

19、ven have to follow orders if they dont want to,” said another robot T-59 quietly to R-62.“How terrible it is! And almost all robots seem afraid of him and dont look at him directly,” said R-62.The human then sat down and asked if there had been any problems in the last 10 years and he only got a qui

20、ck answer, “No, sir.”Then suddenly, R-62 said loudly, “I have one question for you.”The human said, “Yes”, a bit unhappy for not getting “sir”.“Why do human create so many robots?” asked R-62.Silence followed the question and he then said, “I dont need to answer questions from robots!” He then went

21、into his car and drove away quickly.“I really dont understand why humans replaced themselves with robots,”asked R-62.“Because they thought that robots were more advanced than humans. They created us to support themselves,” answered T-59.“But there are so few humans on Earth. What they should do is t

22、o take away the robots or at least make them stop doing the work which humans are supposed to do,” said R-62.“I agree. But we can do nothing about it. And now we have to finish repairing this car,” said T-59.“All right, lets continue.”25. In T-59s opinion, humans are . A. smart B. polite C. dangerou

23、s D. stupid26. According to the text, R-62 .A. dared not look at the human directly B. was not friendly to the humanC. decided to give up its job D. hope to live on Earth27. What can we learn from the story?A. R-62 doesnt know what human beings look like.B. R-62 and T-59 are brothers and do differen

24、t jobs.C. T-59 doesnt want to support human beings.D. T-59 knows a lot about human beings.28. Whats R-62s attitude towards humans creating robots?A. Frightened. B. Excited. C. Doubtful. D. Supportive.CPeng Liyuan，wife of President Xi Jinping, has drawn extensive attention from people both at home an

25、d abroad for her charm and grace. Accompanying her husband on his first overseas trip after becoming president, Peng Liyuan exhibited graceful demeanor, a pleasant personality and well-chosen dress, prompting people to invent the term “Liyuan style”.Peng Liyuan, as one of Chinas best-known singers,

26、was popular among Chinese people long before her husband became the president. Loved by her fans, she has been in touch with the people for years.“Liyuan style” is not only representative of a fashion idol, but also overpass cultural and diplomatic barriers. The beautiful handbags Peng has carried,

27、and the plain but elegant and delicate dresses she has worn have become popular. Her choice of clothing, made-in-China instead of luxurious foreign brands, shows her belief in domestic dress designs. But “Liyuan style” is not only about clothing and a womans paraphernalia. It is also about diplomacy

28、 and promoting Chinas soft power. In Moscow, Peng visited a boarding school for orphans and children estranged（疏远）from their parents, encouraging them to strive for a better life, which brought out the maternal side of her character. In Tanzania, she donated sewing machines and school bags to women

29、and children. And as a World Health Organization ambassador in the fight against AIDS, Peng is devoted to many public causes, including those relating to charity and healthcare. Some observers have already started saying that Pengs activities have become part of public diplomacy in China.Also, “Liyu

30、an style” has boosted the confidence of the Chinese people. Modern but not flashy, elegant but not arrogant, Peng has all the virtues of a Chinese woman and carries them to the international stage.It can be said that Pengs first appearance on the international stage has kicked off well.29. Whats the

31、 meaning of the underlined word “paraphernalia”?A. Her self-charm B. Things she carried with C. Her diplomatic measures D. Her support to her husband30. Which of the following statements is TRUE?A. “Liyuan style” is only a fashion idol.B. Peng Liyuan, as the wife of President Xi, admires lots of lux

32、urious brands.C. Peng Liyuan is willing to fight against AIDS and become an ambassador of WHO.D. Peng firstly appears in the pubic as the “First Lady” in Moscow.31.This passage is mainly about_.A. President Xis wife PengB. Peng Liyuans charming characterC. the achievements of Peng on charity and hea

33、lthcare.D. a cultural phenomenon named as “Liyuan style”DIt is generally believed that we are getting cleaned when we step under a shower. We are, but were also giving a home to lots of tiny little creatures we didnt even know about. A showerhead carries thousands of bacteria(细菌) called Mycobacteriu

34、m. These can cause problems like coughs and tiredness, and a general feeling of being sick. When you turn on the water, the bacteria go from the showerhead onto and into your body. This is a finding of Norman R. Pace and his team at the University of Colorado, in the US. Paces team looked at 45 show

35、erheads in nine American cities. They discovered that 30 percent of them had large amounts of flying Mycobacterium. But Pace said that they pose few threats to the healthOnly those with a weak immune system might need to worryHe told the New York Times that the bacteria are not as unpleasant as migh

36、t be thoughtHe said that having a shower is no more dangerous than anything else we do in the morningBut for those who feel sick about the idea of all those microorganisms(微生物), he had some advice. Let the water run for 30 seconds before getting into the shower. Why? The number of bacteria is smalle

37、r than that when the water is just turned on. If that seems like a waste of water, he added that you could also change your showerhead every few months. However, Pace had good news, too. He has also been testing the air in US subways. Apart from iron particles(粒子), which are ground off the track by

38、the wheels of trains, subway air is fresh. The reason is that a trains movement pumps fresh outdoor air into the tunnels. 32. From the finding of Norman R. Pace, after taking a shower, we might cough or feel tired because _.A. its easy to get a cold when taking a bath.B. the showerhead carries many

39、bacteria causing illnessC. we dont get cleaned while showeringD. we dont get a weak immune system33. We can learn from the third paragraph that _. A. having a shower in the morning is more dangerous than at other time B. the bacteria always threat peoples health when people have a shower C. people w

40、ith strong immune system neednt fear microorganisms D. it is better to do some exercise in the morning than have a shower34. The underlined word “pose” in the third paragraph probably means “_”. A. give birth toB. take charge ofC. watch out forD. get away with35. What leads to fresh air in US subway

41、s? A. The trains movement.B. Iron particles. C. Train wheels.D. Air conditioners on the trains.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入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。Eyesight plays a very important role in our daily life. Every waking moment, the eyes are working to see the world around us. Over

42、forty percent of Americans worry about losing eyesight, but its easy to include steps into our daily life to ensure healthy eyes. Here are five suggestions for a lifetime of healthy eyesight:Schedule yearly exams. 36 Experts advise parents to bring babies 6 to 12 months of age to the doctor for a ca

43、reful check. The good news is that millions of children now can have yearly eye exams and following treatment, including eyeglasses.Protect against UV rays(紫外线) . Long-term stay in the sun creates risk to your eyes. No matter what the season is, its extremely important to wear sunglasses. 37 Give yo

44、ur eyes a break. Two-thirds of Americans spend up to seven hours a day using computers or other digital products. 38 Experts recommend that people practice the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away. 39 As part of a healthy diet, eat more fruits an

45、d vegetables each day. Vitamins C and E help protect eyesight and promote eye health.Practice safe wear and care of contact lenses (隐形眼镜). Many Americans use contact lenses to improve their eyesight. While some follow the medical guidance for wearing contact lenses, many are breaking the rules and p

46、utting their eyesight at risk 40 Otherwise, you may have problems such as red eyes, pain in the eyes, or a more serious condition.A. Thisfrequenteyeactivityincreasestheriskforeyetiredness.B. Parentsusuallydontcareabouttheirowneyesight.C.Theycanproperlyprotectyoureyes.D.Eyecareshouldbeginearlyinlife.

47、E.Stayingoodshapebytakingmorevitamins.F.Eatyourgreens.G. Alwaysfollowthedoctorsadviceforappropriatewear.第三部分 英语知识运用（共三节，满分55分）第一节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A, B, C和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。Why did I come today? I wondered. My Christmas 41 contained several people that claim

48、ed they wanted nothing but I knew their feelings would be hurt 42 I didnt buy them anything, so buying gifts was 43 but fun.Hurriedly, I finished shopping and 44 the long checkout lines. In front of me were a boy of about 5 and a younger girl. She carried a beautiful pair of 45 slippers（拖鞋）. When we

49、 finally 46 the checkout register, the girl 47 placed the shoes on the counter. She treated them as though they were a 48 .“That will be $6.09,” the cashier said. The boy 49 all his pockets. He finally came up with $3.12. “I guess we will have to put them back,” he said 50 , “We will come back some

50、other time, maybe tomorrow.” With that statement, a 51 sob (抽噎) broke from the little girl. “But Jesus would have loved these shoes,” she cried.“Well, well go home and work some more. Dont cry. Well surely 52 ,” he said. Quickly I handed $3 to the cashier. These children had waited in line for a lon

51、g time. And, 53 , it was Christmas. Suddenly a pair of arms came around me and the girl said 54 , “Thank you, lady.” “What did you 55 when you said Jesus would like the shoes?” I asked. The boy answered, “Our mommy is sick and going to 56 . Daddy said she might go before Christmas to be with Jesus.”

52、 The girl spoke, “My Sunday school teacher said the streets in heaven are shiny gold, just like these shoes. Wont mommy be 57 walking on those streets in these shoes?”My eyes 58 as I looked into her tear-streaked face. “Yes,” I answered, “I am 59 she will.” Silently I thanked God for using these chi

53、ldren to 60 me of the true spirit of giving.41. A. plan B. list C. goodsD. purchases42. A. ifB. because C. unlessD. since43. A. somethingB. nothing C. anythingD. everything44. A. waited B. joined C. attendedD. gathered45. A. cottonB. leather C. goldD. silver46. A. reached B. passed C. checkedD. foun

54、d47. A. immediately B. hesitantly C. shylyD. carefully48. A. giftB. treasure C. lifeD. prize49. A. opened B. touched C. toreD. searched50. A. sadly B. uncertainly C. slowlyD. doubtfully51. A. deepB. soft C. fierceD. brave52. A. leaveB. come C. turnD. arrive53. A. above allB. at last C. at leastD. af

55、ter all54. A. gratefully B. sweetly C. gracefullyD. kindly55. A. request B. expect C. meanD. attempt56. A. hospital B. tomb C. heaven D. sky57. A. equalB. comfortable C. convenientD. beautiful58. A. pained B. flooded C. shut D. froze59. A. sureB. afraid C. gladD. confident60. A. inform B. warn C. cu

56、reD. remind第II卷第二节 单词拼写（共10题，每题1分，满分10分）请按要求在横线上写出下列单词的正确形式。61. educate_(名词) 62. ability_(反义词) 63. terrible_(副词)64. twenty_(序数词)65. they_(反身代词) 66. impress_(形容词)67. hear_( 过去分词) 68. write_(现在分词) 69. little_(最高级)70. convenient_(名词)第三节（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。Charlie Ch

57、aplin was an extraordinary 71 (perform) who starred in many comedies. Few people were 72 (bore) watching his moustache, his gestures or entertaining reactions. In a smallbudgetfilm, he played abadly-offand 73 (home)tramp(流浪汉). On oneoccasion, the poor man 74 (trap) by asnowstormin amountainousarea.

58、75 heovercamemany difficulties, he wasnt fortunateenough. With all theporridge 76 (eat) up, hepickedouta shoe and boiled it to eat. Everybody couldnt help 77 (burst) into laughter when watching that. 78 is hard for us to believe that this humorous man was born in 79 miserable family. He is loved and

59、 remembered 80 a great actor who has inspired people with great confidence.第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分）第一节 短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）增加：在缺词处加一个漏子符号（）并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的词下画一横线，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。What is the best way study? This is a very important question. S

60、ome Chinese student often study very hardly for a long time. This is a good habit, and its not a better way to study. A good student mustnt have enough sleep and enough food. Every day you need to take a walk or play the basketball or sing a song. When you come back at your studies, you will find yo

61、u stronger than before and you will learn more.Perhaps we can say that learn English is like taking Chinese medicine. The effects of your study come slowly but effective.第二节书面表达（满分25分）假如你是Tom，是一名高二学生，学校每天放学后都有很多父母来接孩子，导致交通拥堵，造成了很多不便，针对这种情况，请向李校长写一封信，提出解决这个问题的办法，内容必须包含以下两点：1.鼓励学生搭乘公交车或者地铁等其他交通方式。2.规定

62、车子不允许停在学校门口附近。注意：1.词数：100字左右；2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 KeyCBBAAABBABBACCBABCABABAAABDCBCDBCAADCAFGBACBCADBDABBDACCDBAD61education 62 disability 63 terribly 64 twentieth 65 themselves66 impressive 67 heard 68 writing 69 least 70 convenience71 performer 72 bored 73 homeless 74 was trapped 75 Though/Although/W

63、hile76 eaten 77 bursting 78 It 79 a 80 as1.way后加to 2.student改成students 3.hardly 改成 hard 4.and 改成but 5.mustnt 改成must 6. 去掉the 7.at 改成to 8.you改成yourself 或者you 后加are9.learn 改成learning 10. effective 改成effectivelyDear Mr Li, I am Tom, a senior high school student from Grade 2. I am writing to discuss the

64、 traffic problem near our school gate. With so many parents coming to pick up their children, traffic jams are frequent near the school gate, causing a lot of inconvenience to us. In order to avoid traffic jams, I strongly recommend some effective measures should be taken. First, we should encourage students to come to school by bus or by subway, which can not only save them a lot of time, but also cut their transportation fares. Besides, cars should not be allowed to park in front of the school gate. I do hope my suggestions will be considered and the problem can disappear soon. Yours, Tom