河南省驻马店市正阳县高级中学2019_2020学年高二英语上学期第二次素质检测试题.doc

1、河南省驻马店市正阳县高级中学2019-2020学年高二英语上学期第二次素质检测试题第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节(共5小题,每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)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. Where will they meet?A. At the underground. B. At the cinema. C. At the museum.2. Which bus will the woman take?A. Bus

2、 number 4. B. Bus number 6. C. Bus number 2.3. What is the man doing?A. Saying good-bye to a friend.B. Arranging a plane trip.C. Paying a bill at the bank.4. How will the woman pay for the meal?A. With Master Card. B. With Visa Card. C. With cash.5. When will the woman get the TV?A. In about an hour

3、. B. A long time. C. Several days.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,并标在试卷的相应位置。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至8题。6. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. At school. B. At home. C. In the office.7. How many h

4、ours will the girl work a day?A. 2. B.4. C.6. 8. How much could she get in a week?A. 24 dollars. B. 80 dollars. C. 120 dollars.听第7段材料,回答第9至11题。 9. What does the man do?A. A doctor. B. A psychologist. C. A news reporter.10. Which of the following room did the man book before he came?A. A warm room wi

5、th a shower. B. A single room with a shower. C. Room 523.11. When is the man checking in?A. Saturday. B. Thursday. C. Tuesday.听第8段材料,回答第12至14题。12. What are the speakers talking about?A. Adventure. B. Vacation. C. Weather.13. Which is the best part of the womans tour?A. Hiking. B. Skydiving. C. Visit

6、ing relatives.14. Why did the man stay at home and watch TV?A. It was raining.B. He was too tired.C. He was with his relatives.听第9段材料,回答第15至17题。15. What do we learn about Ms Rowlings first book?A. It was written for adults. B. It made her famous soon. C. It was about a kind of animal.16. Why does Ms

7、 Rowling consider herself so lucky?A. She can make a living by writing. B. She is loved by many people. C. She likes writing so much.17. Where did Ms Rowling get the ideas for the Harry Potter books?A. She read many books written by others. B. She collected them from daily life. C. She didnt know it

8、 herself.听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。18. How long should the participants(参与者) in Big Brother stay inside? A. 24 days. B. 100 days. C. 124 days.19. Who will be the winner of Survivor? A. The one who is left at last. B. The one who can find their own food. C. The one who wins one million dollars.20. What is th

9、e purpose of the passage?A. To introduce Survivor. B. To introduce Big Brother. C. To introduce reality shows.第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分分）第一节(共15小题; 每小题2分，共30分)请阅读下列短文，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的标号涂黑。A4 Best Places to Visit in CanadaThe second largest country in the world, Canada has no shortage o

10、f beautiful landscapes and unique sites to explore.For ideas to help plan your travels, see our list of top attractions in Canada.CN TowerThe CN Tower is the most popular landmark(地标) in Toronto and also the first tourist destination that you must visit once you are in the city. For quite a long tim

11、e, the 553.33 meters high CN Tower was the tallest tower in this planet for over 30 years until it was beaten in height by the Burj Dubai.The most unique thing about this tower is that at the top you can find fine dining in the revolving(旋转)360restaurant which gives you the chance to dine “in the sk

12、y”.Niagara FallsNiagara Falls, in Ontario a Canadian city, is linked with the U.S. by the Rainbow Bridge.It is Canadas most famous natural attraction, bringing in millions of visitors each year. Elevators can take you to a lower, wetter place behind the falls and you can enjoy it at an surprisingly

13、close distance from several key points.Hockey Hall of FameSituated in downtown Toronto, Hockey Hall of Fame is a must-see attraction for those who love this exciting sport. It features the greatest players in this sport as well as explains its history through some films. It also has state-of-the-art

14、 interactive multi-media exhibits that allow you to project themselves playing against the professionals or to become play-by-play broadcasters.Casa LomaCasa Loma is a Toronto landmark thats hard to miss. Its a huge castle that has stood out since the moment it was built on a hill in the early 20th

15、century. Casa Loma was the dream of a wealthy man who always wanted to live in a castle, so he built one. 21.Which of the following is on the border of Canada and America?A. CN Tower.B. Niagara Falls.C. Hockey Hall of Fam.D. Casa Loma.22.What is special about CN Tower?A. Its location. B. Its history

16、.C. Its restaurant. D. Its height.23.What do these attractions mentioned in the text have in common?A. They lie in Toronto. B. They refer to elevators. C.They are Toronto landmarks. D. They are well worth visiting.BOn my way back home I was stopped at a traffic light by some people who asked for hel

17、p. A woman in her attempt to give way to an ambulance had driven her car over stony obstacles that separated the bike line from the street, and had gotten her car stuck as a result. She couldnt move the car in any direction without damaging it. A couple of people tried to lift the car back but the o

18、bstacles（障碍物）were too high. Seeing that they couldnt do much about it, they left and the woman in the car tried to call for some service.While watching the other people leave, I realized the woman would be on her own and I imagined how uncomfortable that would be if I were in her shoes. After some t

19、alking, she understood what my purpose was and invited me to sit inside her car. She called for service and was told that it would take about 45 minutes for someone to get there. I wasnt in a hurry, so I informed my partner about the situation and that I would be later and then tried to comfort the

20、woman who seemed to feel stressed about causing others trouble. But actually it wasnt too much trouble since they could still pass, and also there wasnt anything she could do about it anyway. We laughed and joked that all we needed was some tea for our picnic. Finallyassistance came and helped her b

21、ack on the street. She thanked me and asked for my phone number so she could return the favor, but I told her it was okay. She seemed to feel much better when we said ourgoodbyes. I believe that not having to face a difficult situation alone can make a lot of a difference.24.What happened to her whe

22、n a woman avoided an ambulance?A. Her car got stuck in the street.B. Her car hit stony obstacles.C. Her car hit some people.D. Her car broke down.25.Why did a couple of people leave without lifting the car back?A. The woman was unwilling to pay them.B. The woman was afraid to damage her car.C. They

23、couldnt move her car until the police arrived.D. They couldnt move the car because of the high obstacles.26.Whats the authors purpose inside the womans car?A. To help fix her car.B. To help drive her car.C. To offer spiritual comfort. D. To share some tea.27.Which of the following can best describe

24、the author?A. Enthusiastic and kind.B. Brave and cautious.C. Clever and humorous.D. Selfish and curious.CThe U.S. Thanksgiving holiday issymbolizedby its traditional food, a large bird we call a turkey. But turkey is certainly not from Turkey. In fact, its English name is based on one big mistake. W

25、e could say it is a case of mistaken identity. The word Turkey has meant the land of the Turks since ancient times.The word turkey as it refers to the bird first appeared in the English language in the mid-1500s. The misunderstanding over the word happened because of two similar-looking kinds of bir

26、ds. There is an African bird called the guinea fowl. It has dark feathers with white spots and a patch of brown on the back of its neck. Portuguese traders brought the guinea fowl to Europe through North Africa.This foreign bird came to Europe through Turkish lands. So, the English thought of the bi

27、rd as a Turkish chicken. When Europeans came to North America, they saw a bird that looked like the guinea fowl. This bird was native to the North American continent. Orin Hargraves is an English lexicographer, someone who writes dictionaries. Hargraves explains what happened. Some Europeans saw an

28、American turkey, thought that it was the guinea fowl, which at that time was called the turkey cock ,and so gave it the same name. Hundreds of years later, we continue to call this North American bird turkey, even though it has no connection at all with the country Turkey, or even with Europe. But E

29、nglish is not the only language with interesting - and even questionable - names for this North American bird. The Turkish, for their part, call turkey hindi,the Turkish name for India. The reference to India probably comes from the old, wrong idea that the New World was in Eastern Asia.The French c

30、all it dinde, a name that also connects the bird to India. Dinde means from India in the French language. Turkey has similar names in several other languages.28.What can we know from paragraph 1? A. Turkeys English name is completely based on correct identity. B. The word turkey in the English langu

31、age appeared in ancient times. C. Both Turkey and turkey have similar meanings in English. D. Turkey is American Thanksgiving Days traditional food.29.Where did the guinea fowl come from? A. Europe.B. Africa.C. America.D. Asia.30.Whatdoes the underlined word“it”in the last paragraph refer to? A. Eas

32、tern Asia.B. The bird turkey. C. The New World.D. The French language.31.What can be the best title for the text? A. How did Thanksgiving turkey get its name? B. How did Thanksgiving Day come about? C. Why is turkey so popular in the West? D. Why is turkey different from Turkey?DEvery year in May, a

33、rt galleries and museums often prepare shows to honor the life and works of the artist they call Leonardo, who died in France on May 2, 1519. He is remembered as one of the greatest artists and creative thinkers of all time. Among his most famous paintings are The Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.Recen

34、tly, researchers have been studying what they think is da Vincis earliest-known artwork. They used special lighting to study the artwork and discovered there were two images, not one. One drawing was on the back of the piece, which is dated August 5, 1473.The drawing on the front, made when Leonardo

35、 was 21 years old, shows a river valley and a castle outside the city of Florence. There is little left of the drawing on the back, perhaps because it was wiped off. Only a bridge over a river can be seen. But there is writing on both sides.The writing on the front gives the date and goes from right

36、 to left. Some people would call this “mirror-writing.” Leonardo often wrote this way in his notebooks. On the back, the handwriting goes from left to right, and tells about an agreement, probably to produce a work of art.Cecilia Frosinini is an art historian. She said, “Leonardo was born left-hande

37、d, but was taught to write with his right hand from a very young age. By looking at his writings, including from this drawing, one can see his right-handed calligraphy is educated and well done.”Experts compared the two handwriting samples and said they were both made by Leonardo. They show he could

38、 write well using both his left hand and his right hand.The drawing is known as Landscape 8P from its number in an art catalogue. It will be part of an exhibit at Italys Uffizi Gallery. The gallery director, Eike Schmidt, said by studying the drawing researchers give us a new way of looking at Leona

39、rdos drawing technique and his abilities in writing.32.Which of the following has been studied by researchers recently?A. The Mona Lisa.B. The Last Supper.C. Mirror-writing.D. Landscape 8P.33.What can we know about Leonardo from the text？A. He was able to write well with either of his hands.B. He co

40、uld only write with his right hand.C. He was bornwithanundevelopedlefthand.D. He could only write with his left hand.34.How can Leonardo write in his notebooks？A. His handwriting isfrombottomtotop.B. His handwriting isfromtoptobottom.C. His handwriting goes from left to right.D. His handwriting goes

41、 from right to left.35.Whats Eike Schmidts attitude towards research?A. Unclear. B. Doubtful. C. Positive. D. Indifferent.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。选项中有两项为多余选项。Tips for Developing Your Artistic Talent Everyone has a talent and you might not even know what it may be. 36 Howe

42、ver, in fact, there are a lot of different ways to express your artistic side, and you dont necessarily have to be a professional. You can enjoy art just for its own sake. Check out a few tips for developing artistic skills. 1. Art takes a variety of forms.Most people think that art can only be foun

43、d in museums and is only for the elite(精英). 37 They may be found in nature, and even in usual advertisements and posters. Just start to look at such aspects as line, color, composition and style. 2. Try things out. If you want to develop artistic talent, start trying things out. There are many thing

44、s you can try from painting, crafts, sculpture to drama and singing. 38 3. Appreciate. 39 Almost anything can be used for inspiration. Visit museums and galleries, admire textiles, or look at art books. When you look around you, you develop your artistic appreciation and use it to work on developing

45、 your own skills. 4. 40 Dont expect to create a masterpiece with your first try. Many artists spent years studying and perfecting their craft. You might not want to reach their level, but dont feel self-conscious about your work. Even if its not perfect, it will be. Try out, learn from your mistakes

46、, and improve your skills.A. Take art classes.B. Dont be afraid to make mistakes.C. Just look around you, and youll find art and beauty are everywhere.D. You might have always thought that you dont have any skills in the arts. E. Another best way to develop your artistic talent is to learn how to us

47、e your eyes.F. Discuss the art with other art lovers to see what they think and then form your own opinionG. Try several classes or just go on your own and youll find out the form that appeals to you most.第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节， 满分45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，掌握其大意 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。Aft

48、er passing the college entrance exam, I did not have money to further my studies and get proper guidance while growing up. My father was a security guard and my mother was a worker. They were working hard but still 41 . My mom asked me to go and 42 her debts at the end of every month. One day I 43 t

49、o the mall to pay my moms debts as usual. As I was going down the lift, I saw a security guard who was 44 dressed with a tie. What I saw gave me a 45 impression, so I greeted her and she greeted me with a 46 . I wanted to learn the company. I asked her the 47 of her company and where it 48 . What wa

50、s beyond my expectation was that she responded very 49 , I thought I would love to 50 like her.The following day I went to the exact company to submit my CV and I was 51 there were no vacancies(空缺) currently. I 52 her to keep my CV and then 53 it when they were hiring. After a month I received a 54

51、from the same company inviting me to come for the 55 , so I went. I was 56 and to my surprise I was working 57 at the same SITE the 58 was working in. From that day on I told myself nothing is 59 in life, if you can dream it then you can 60 it. We are always limiting ourselves by saying the sky is t

52、he limit.41. A. strong B. poor C. available D. stubborn42. A. attain B. ask C. add D. pay43. A. rushed B. drove C. rode D. went44. A. strangely B. poorly C. well D. casually45. A. sharp B. empty C. deep D. wrong46. A. terror B. wave C. surprise D. smile47. A. award B. function C. name D. effect48. A

53、. lay B. moved C. rose D. began49. A. violently B. crazily C. sadlyD. kindly50. A. play B. work C. unite D. write51. A. expected B. blamed C. warned D. told52. A. advised B. ordered C. begged D. owed53. A. hand outB. give upC. hand in D. take in54. A. request B. call C. package D. bill55. A. meeting

54、 B. sentence C. position D. interview56. A. refused B. promoted C. hired D. cheated57. A. secretly B. honestly C. exactly D. silently58. A. man B. child C. nurse D. lady59. A. serious B. impossible C. practical D. reasonable60. A. regret B. appreciate C. missD. achieve第II卷 （非选择题 共60分）第二节（共 10 小题；每小题

55、 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）或括号中单词的正确形式。Perhaps it is the dream of everyone to be a good student at school, but quite a few 61 ( student) feel at a loss on how to make it. 62 my opinion, it is rather easy if you can act on the following points.First of all, make full use of your time and s

56、tudy hard. Dont put off till tomorrow what should be done today, 63 time past will never come back. The fast 64 (develop) society requires enough knowledge, which presses us to spare no efforts to study. Of course, your hard work 65 (reward)one day. Secondly, use 66 （you）own head and present your po

57、int of view.Credulous（轻信的）attitude will only make you take anything for granted. With your own judgment you will be able 67 (tell) right from wrong and set up your own theory. Thirdly, set aside enough time for relaxation, entertainment,etc. Dont ignore the harm of all work and no play.Thereisnodoub

58、tthateveryday doingpropersports 68 （be）goodforyourhealth,and can improve the efficiencyof your studying, too.To be a good student is 69 （easy）said than done, for it needs students consistent（不懈的）efforts. But nothing is difficult for 70 man if he puts his heart into it.第四部分 写作（共四节 满分35）第一节 短文改错（共10小题

59、；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。I had a unforgettable experience when I go to American for the first time. Because my poor E

60、nglish, I didnt find that I had difficulty take a taxi until I got off the airport. Lucky, a warm-hearted woman, that was called Marry, gave me a lift. Beside, she also told me how to take a taxi but how to ask for ways. I appreciated her helps very much at that time and that experience made me to r

61、ealize how important how it was to learn English well.第二节 书面表达（满分25分）假定你是李华，打算国庆节期间到英国旅游，为期一周，请给你的英国朋友Peter写一封信，咨询有关事宜：内容要点：1.时间安排；2.旅游景点； 3.注意事项。要求：1. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数；2. 词数100词左右。Dear Peter,_ _ Best wishes!Yours truly, Li Hua2. 阅读理解21-25.BCDAD26-30.CABCB 31-35.ADADC 36-40.DCGEB第三部分 第一节 完形填空41-45.BD

62、DCC46-50.DCADB51-55.DCCBD56-60.CCDBD第二节 语法填空61.students 62.In 63.because/as 64.developing 65.will be rewarded 66.your 67.to tell 68.is 69.easier 70.a第四部分 写作第一节 短文改错I had a unforgettable experience when I go to American for the first time.Because my poor English,I didnt an went offind that I had diff

63、iculty take a taxi until I got off the airport. Lucky, a warm-hearted woman,that was called Marry taking Luckily whogave me a lift. Beside, she also told me how to take a taxi but how to ask for ways. I appreciated her helps very Besides and helpmuch at that time and that experience made me to reali

64、ze how important how it was to learn English well.第二节 书面表达Dear Peter, I intend to go to Britain to go sightseeing for a week during theNational Day. I hope you can tell me more details about my trip. First, the time Ill spend in your country is limited, so can you give me some advice on my schedules

65、? Besides, there are too many places of interest inBritain. Where do you think I must go? Most importantly, can you tell me dos and donts inyour country? What things must be brought before I leave for Britain? I would appreciate it if you could give me an early reply. Best wishes! Yours truly, Li Hua