山西省太原市第五十六中学2020-2021学年高二英语下学期5月月考试题.doc

1、山西省太原市第五十六中学2020-2021学年高二英语下学期5月月考试题考试时间 90分钟 分值100分 第I卷（共60分）第一部分 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A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。答案写在答题卡上。Here are some must-know festivals from a handbook which you cannot miss in some Asian countries.Singapore Night FestivalAug 17-25 The annual Singapore N

2、ight Festival is a celebration of the island nations arts and cultural heritage(遗产). A highlight of the festival is the interactive light show that transforms the front of surrounding buildings into artistic wonders. Royal FloriaAug 25-Sep 2 This years event marks the 10th anniversary of the Royal F

3、loria in Putrajaya, with more than 400, 000 floral displays. Floral designers and landscape architects from 10 countries are set to show their talent with their arts and cultural creations. Tet Trung NguyenAug 25 It is believed that during Tet Trung Nguyen( Ghost Festival), spirits of the dead retur

4、n home in search of their loved ones. Vietnamese pay homage(敬意) to their ancestors during the festivals by preparing feasts as prayer offerings. http:/www.metnamtourism. comGeorge Town FestivalAug 4-Sep 2 The George Town Festival was inaugurated(创立)in 2010 In conjunction with the citys designation a

5、s a UNESCO World Heritage site. It has become one of the regions important cultural festivals, showing myriad events that include musical performances, art exhibitions and film screenings taking place across multiple venues. http:/www.georgetownfestival. com1. The celebration of Singapore Night Fest

6、ival lasts_.A. eight days B.nine days C. ten days D.eleven days2. Which festival will you ignore or miss if you are only interested in arts and culture?A. Singapore Night Festival B.Tet Trung NguyenC.Royal Floria D.George Town Festival3. Where can we probably find out more information about the fest

7、ivals?A. From a handbook. B. From a magazine.C. From UNESCO D. From the websitesBI had a picnic one day with my sister. We both like to ride her motorcycle and that day we rode it to the nearest park. We bought some coffee and cakes, and then we enjoyed our food. Within a few hours, the sky changed

8、and looked ready for a heavy rain. We packed everything and were ready to go. My sister, who was sitting on a bench suddenly was very still and couldnt talk to me.She couldnt move. Her eyes were rolling and she was about to lose consciousness(知觉). I held her in my arms and asked if she wanted to res

9、t. She didnt answer and only said“Sorry.”It started to rain and I didnt know what to do. She was fighting to stay aware but her skin was pale and her eyes were acting strangely. Suddenly, from nowhere, a woman on a bicycle appeared. wearing a raincoat. She isnt looking good. Do you want me to call a

10、n ambulance(救护车)?”“Yes, please,yes!”I begged.She did. Struggling with the rain, she managed to call some policemen, who quickly helped me carry my sister to a safer place. The ambulance arrived and we went to a hospital where she was treated in time and she came to life the next morning after some r

11、est and medical help.An interesting fact was that I guessed the woman in the raincoat was a doctor or a nurse. I later learned from one of the police officers who told me: “No.She was an ordinary person who took some courses on emergency situations(紧急情况).”I am so grateful that she appeared exactly a

12、t the moment I dont know why or how .I didnt even get the chance to say thanks to her.4. What happened when the author and her sister were ready to go?A. They had a fight. B.The sister fell ill suddenly.C. They were caught in the rain. D. They had difficulty packing things.5. How did the woman help

13、the author?A. By giving first aid to her sister. B.By protecting her sister from the rain. C.By carrying her sister to the hospital D. By asking for emergency medical help6. Why did the woman call the policemen?A.To keep order in the park.B. To send the sick girl to hospital. C. To carry the sick gi

14、rl to a safer place quickly.D. To carry the sick girl onto the ambulance.7. What was the authors main attitude towards the woman?A. Thankful B. Friendly C.Doubtful D. AdmirableCHuckleberry Finn didnt have a home because his mother died and his father, who was often drunk, rarely stayed in one place.

15、 For a while, Huck lived with a kind old lady called Widow Douglas and her sister, Miss Watson. He liked Widow Douglas, but he was unhappy that she wanted him to wear clean clothes and went to school.Huck was pleased when his father returned and took him to live in a hut in the woods. But soon Mr Fi

16、nn started hitting the boy and locking him inside the hut when he went out. Huck ran away to Jackson Island, where he happened to meet Jim, Miss Watsons slave, who was hiding there. After a few days Huck dressed as a girl and went into town to find out what was happening. He discovered that people t

17、hought Jim was on the island and that there was a reward of $300 for anyone who found him. So Huck and Jim decided its time to leave.They got on the raft as fast as they could, put all their things on it, and moved off down the river. When it began to get light, they hid. When it was dark again, the

18、y traveled on. On the fifth night they passed St Louis, and they decided to go on down to Illinois. There were no slaves in Illinois.They slept for most of that day and they began their journey again when it was dark. After some time, they saw lights on the Illinois side of the river and Jim got ver

19、y excited.After that, they went on down the river. Suddenly, a big steamboat came at them very fast, Jim and Huck jumped off the raft into the water.When Huck came up out of the water. He couldnt see Jim anywhere. He called out his name again and again,but there was no answer.“Hes dead!” Huck though

20、t. Slowly, Huck swam to the side of the river and got out. Suddenly a lot of very angry dogs jumped out at him. They made a terrible noise and someone called from the house “Who s there?”“George Jackson”, Huck answered quickly.Ive fallen off a river boat.”Well,the people who lived in that house were

21、 very kind, and they took Huck in and gave him some new clothes and a good meal. He told them that his family were all dead, so they said he could stay with them as long as he wanted. It was a beautiful house and the food was good there, so he stayed.8. Why did Huck escape to Jackson Island?A. He wa

22、nted a free life. B. He didnt want to go to school.C. He liked to stay with Jim. D. He went there to look for his father. 9. Why did Huck dress as a girl when he went into town?A. He wore a girls dress for fun. B. He didnt want to be recognized.C. He didnt have any other dress. D. He was robbed of h

23、is own clothes.10. What made Jim get very excited when they got to the Illinois side of the river?A. The bright lights on the river bank. B. That they finally got rid of the people who came to catch them.C. The prospect of breaking away from slavery.D. That they found a place to stay for a rest.11.

24、From the last three paragraphs, we can see that_.A. Huck was a clever and quick-minded boyB. Huck was very happy to find his last homeC. Jim escaped alone to IllinoisD. the people who lived near the riverside wanted to take in Huck as a family laborerD You can use me as a last resort (选择), and if no

25、body else volunteers, then I will do it. This was an actual reply from a parent after I put out a request for volunteers for my kids lacrosse(长曲棍球)cub.I guess that theres probably some demanding work schedule, or social anxiety around stepping up to help for an unknown sport. She may just need a lit

26、tle persuading. So I try again and tug at the heartstrings. I mention the single parent with four kids running the show and I talk about the dad coaching a team that his kids arent even on. At this point the unwilling parent speaks up, Alright. Yes, Ill do it.”I m secretly relieved because I know th

27、eres real power in sharing volunteer responsibilities among many. The unwilling parent organizes the meal schedule, sends out emails, and collects money for end-of-season gifts.Somewhere along the way, the same parent ends up becoming an invaluable member of the team. The coach is able to focus on t

28、he kids while the other parents are relieved to be off the hook for another season. Handing out sliced oranges to bloodthirsty kids can be as exciting as watching your own kid score a goal.Still, most of us volunteers breathe a sigh of relief when the season comes to a close. That relief is coupled

29、with a deep understanding of why the same people keep coming back for more: Connecting to the community(社区) as you freely give your time, money, skills, or services provides a real joy. Volunteering just feels so good. In that sense, Im pretty sure volunteering is more of a selfish act than Id freel

30、y like to admit. However,if others benefit in the process, and I get some reward too, does it really matter where my motivation lies?12. What can we infer about the parent from her reply in paragraph 1?A.She knows little about the club. B. She isnt good at sports.C. She just doesnt want to volunteer

31、. D. Shes unable to meet her schedule. 13. What does the underlined phrase tug at the heartstrings”in paragraph 2 mean?A. Encourage teamwork. B. Appeal to feelings.C. Promote good deeds. D. Provide advice14. What can we learn about the parent from paragraph 3?A. She gets interested in lacrosse. B. S

32、he is proud of her kids.C. Shell work for another season. D. She becomes a good helper.15. Why does the author like doing work?A. It gives her a sense of duty. B. It makes her very happy.C. It enables her to work hard. D.It brings her material rewards.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

33、选项。选项中有两项为多余选,答案写在答题卡上。A cure for the common coldThe average person comes down with three colds a year, each lasting for about nine days. There is still no effective treatment but the following advice may help.Take time off school. Because your body will fight off the cold virus better if it is well

34、 rested._16_.As we know, the virus can be spread easily from one person to another frequently. Non-sedating(非镇静的) allergy medicine, which you can buy from a chemist, can ease the problems of a runny nose and watery eyes._17_. Water or juice is ideal but hot herbal teas with lemon will help thin stic

35、ky substance and remove it from the body. A warm gargle(漱口) with salt water will make your throat more comfortable by reducing the swelling. It also washes out bacteria and viruses so it can be used as a preventive measure as well.The warm air generated by a hot shower or bath will help clear blocke

36、d noses._18_. For a violent cough, the latest research suggests that honey, either straight from a jar or mixed with a hot drink, works as well if not better than costly sprays.A good diet is also essential for a quick recovery, so start the day with a healthy breakfast including vitamin C in the fo

37、rm of fresh fruit. _19_. For dinner, easily digested solid food is recommended, such as rice porridge made with vegetables or eggs._20_. It not only makes you physically stronger but enhances your emotional well being. Just remember not to attempt anything that requires a lot of effort or strength.

38、Finally, to recharge your body and regain your strength, you need a full eight hours sleep.A.Besides, a little light exercise is beneficial as wellB. Breathing in steam over a bowl of hot water helps a lot, tooC. As soon as you feel a cold coming on, drink plenty of liquidD. However, if you have to

39、go, avoid close contact with your classmatesE.The namecold came into use in the 16th century due to cold weatherF.Signs and symptoms may appear less than two days after exposure to the virusG. For lunch, chicken noodle soup is good since it helps block cells that cause coughing第二部分 完型填空 （共20小题；每小题1分

40、，满分20分）In the spring of 2016, I had my eye exam. My eye doctor_21_ that pushing on my optic nerve(视神经). I was completely_22_ because I didnt feel uncomfortable. He_23_ me to take an MRI(核磁共振成像) and I did so at the weekend.The next day at 7: 45 am, I got a phone call. It was the doctor with the _24_o

41、f the MRI. He said. Jennifer, Im afraid I have some_25_ news for you. It appears you have a brain tumor( 脑肿瘤). I was in shock. So I got out my notebook and a pen, asked lots of questions, and took many_26_. But within seconds of hanging up the phone, I was lost in a sea of_27_,“ Am I going to go bli

42、nd?”“ Am I going to die?”.After about ten minutes though, I thought, I cant let this_28_ me. So I got out the notebook and a pen_29_and made a list of reasons why it was _30_ to have a brain tumor. My_31_started with “Maybe Ill lose some weight.” to “Good excuse to reach out to people I havent seen

43、in a while.”I was _32_that during surgery（手术） I could_33_ from blindness or even die. The surgery was a _34_.Im happy to say that Im a _35_person after the fears I faced and _36_. While there is no promise that the tumor wont someday return, Ive _37_ to pay attention to what I know, rather than what

44、 I could _38_. Even though we cant control the length of our lives, it is _39_ to know we can influence the quality of them. The best things in life are free. Thats the power of_40_.21. A. remembered B. understood C.expected D. discovered22. A. surprised B. angry C. proud D. tired23. A. invited B. f

45、orced C. advised D. ordered24. A. result B. price C. example D. plan25. A. local B. strange C. daily D. bad26. A. steps B. notes C. pictures D. lessons27. A. doubt B. information C. change D. work28. A. help B. stop C. fool D. save29.A.instead B. once C.again D. anyway30.A important B. terrible C. g

46、reat D. hard31.A.book B.story C. game D. list32. A. warned B. shown C. promised D. taught33. A. recover B. suffer C. learn D. escape34. A success B. dream C. chance D.decision35. A. smarter B. richer C. better D. younger36. A. conquered B. expressed C. described D imagined37.A. agreed B. pretended C

47、. forgotten D. chosen38. A. waste B. fear C. share D. enjoy39. A. difficult B. impossible C. encouraging D. reasonable40. A happiness B. kindness C. patience D. courage第II卷（共4分）第三部分 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）Letters from Father Christmas is a book which illustrates how the famous writer Tolkien keeps

48、 Christmas as the magic moment 41 his children as long as he can. Many people regard Christmas as a special moment in a year 42 (especial) for children. So Tolkien wrote this book, 43 (extend)the magic moment for his children.Every Christmas, besides the gifts, an envelope will 44 (address) to the c

49、hildren from Father Christmas, which is truly written by their fatherTolkien. The letters show the magic and awesome 45 (story) about Santa Claus, for example the Polar Bear as well as the troubles that Father Christmas might encounter. Surprisingly, unlike other parents,Tolkien did not mention how

50、to punish his children, if they were not good. Nevertheless,as children grow up, Tolkien writes something 46 (differ) in order to educate his children. He reminds them in his book that not all of the things 47 they wish will come. If they are not satisfied with the current issues, just remember ther

51、e are plenty of starving and poor people all over 48 world. By 49 (show)of Father Christmas, Tolkien wishes people can enjoy Christmas and share true spirit with others. Meanwhile, he also 50 (indicate) his special love for children and he is the real Father Christmas for his children.第四部分 写作（共两节，满分

52、25分）第一节 短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（），并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用（）划掉。修改：在错的词下面画一横线，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。With time pass by, I will be 18 years old. In other words, I will be a ad

53、ult. What I want to express most is certainly my appreciate. First of all, I must thank for my parents, with which care and love I have grown up happily. Whats more, I am quite gratefully to the dear teachers I had ever met. It is the teachers have taught me what should be done. Last but not least,

54、having such many lovely friends makes my life quite meaningful and helps you realize the importance of sharing happiness and sorrows with others. I am sure that I will be better with the love given by others.第二节 书面表达(满分15分)假如你是学生会主席李华，为了让外国人了解中国传统文化，学生会将举行“唐诗吟诵大赛（Tang Poetry Recitation Contest）”,特邀请

55、学校国际部学生参加，请你根据提示写一则通知。主要内容包括：1.大赛的目的和意义。2.主办方：校学生会 时间：2021年12月30日 地点：校报告厅（assembly hall）3.范围唐诗三百首（Three Hundred of Tang Poems）注意：1.词数100左右；2可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 NoticeDo you want to have a further knowledge of Chinese culture? 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）1-5BBDBD 6-10 CAABC 11-15 ACBDB 16-20 DCBGA完型填空（共20小题；每小题1分，满分

56、20分）21-25 DACAD 26-30 BABCC 31-35 DABAC 36-40 ADBCD语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）41.for 42. especially 43. extending 44. be addressed 45. stories46. different 47. that 48. the 49. showing 50. indicates短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）With time pass by, I will be 18 years old. In other words, I will be a adult. Wha

57、t I want to passing anexpress most is certainly my appreciate. First of all, I must thank for my parents, with which care appreciation whoseand love I have grown up happily. Whats more, I am quite gratefully to the dear teachers I had grateful haveever met. It is the teachers have taught me what sho

58、uld be done. Last but not least, having such who/that somany lovely friends makes my life quite meaningful and helps you realize the importance of mesharing happiness and sorrows with others. I am sure that I will be better with the love given by others.书面表达(满分15分)参考范文:NoticeDo you want to have a fu

59、rther knowledge of Chinese culture? Here comes your opportunity: the Students Union will organize a Tang Poetry Recitation Contest.Id like to share some details with you.As scheduled, the contest is to be held on Dec.30, 2021. You are supposed to get prepared before the contest. Above all, its recom

60、mended that you should read Three Hundred Tang Poems, and learn to appreciate the beauty of ancient Chinese culture. Whoever feels interested and has a passion for Chinese culture, please sign up for the contest as soon as possible. If you want to attend, please come to the school assembly hall. Dont miss the chance of being a winner, and some appealing prizes are eagerly waiting for you.Dont hesitate to take part! Im sure you will benefit a lot and your Chinese will gain much progress.