高二英语下册期中考试试卷1
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下学期期中联合考试高二英语试卷本试卷共 9页,满分150分。
考试用时120分钟第一部分: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. What does the man want to do?A. To book a room.B. To get a job.C. To read the advertisement.2. What time will the two speakers meet?A. 5:30.B. 6:10.C. 6:30.3. Who answered the phone?A. Tom.B.Alice.C. Susan.4. What do we know about the woman ?A. She has been caught copying a report.B. She is not free at the moment.C. She won’t leave till the last moment.5. Where did the woman stay while she was in Changbaishan?A. She stayed in her friend’s house.B. She stayed in a hotel with her friends.C. She camped near the mountains.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,各小题将给出5 秒钟的作答时间。
⾼⼆第⼆学期期中考试英语试卷含答案(共3套)⾼⼆第⼆学期期中考试试卷英语试卷满分: 120分时间: 120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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂⿊。
AThe Best Theatres of the Year“A Streetcar Named Desire”Maxine Peake, following outstanding performances in “Hamlet” and “The Skriker”, now plays Blanche DuBois. It will be fascinating to see whether Peake plays Blanche as a shape of the poetic spirit rather than a crazy southern beauty. With Sarah Frankcom directing and Ben Batt as Stanley Kowalski, the play must be good.September to 15 October, Royal Exchange, ManchesterBox office: 0161-8339833“The Gaul”Some time on the night of 8 February 1974, fisherman FV Gaul disappeared off the coast of Norway. For the families of the 36 men on board, waiting for news was a hard time. Stories came up. Even when he was discovered on the seabed, many still felt there were questions that remained unanswered. Mark Babych directs Janet Plater’s play.6-29 October, Hull TruckBox office: 01482323638“The Red Barn”David Hare’s new play is based on “La Main”, a thriller by the great Georges Simenon. The setting is Connecticut 1969, and the story is about two couples who, on their way back from a party, try to go through the snow. The play is directed by Robert Icke, and Mark Strong and Hope Davis are leading actors.6-20 October Lyttelton, LondonBox office: 020-********“The Cheviot, the Stag and the Black Oil”John McGrath’s play about the exploitation (开发) of the Scottish Highlands has been described as the most important show in the history of the Scottish theatre. First seen over 40 years ago, the show is now revived (使复活) by Joe Douglas and gets five-star reviews on its first outing. 14-24 September, Royal Lyceum, EdinburghBox office: 0131-24848481. What can we infer about Maxine Peake?A. She is a famous director.B. She acted well in ”Hamlet”.C. She is a friend of Blanche DuBois.D. She enjoys poems much.2. What happened to FV Gaul in the play?A. He was caught in the snow.B. He came back to life after he died.C. He disappeared and died.D. He explored the Scottish Highlands.3. The director of “The red Barn” is _____.A. David HareB. Robert IckeC Mark Strong. D. Sarah Frankcom4. About the plays mentioned in the passage, we can know they _____.A. are all thrillersB. are directed by the same personC. would be on in autumnD. would be on at the same theatreBBritish shoppers buy 2.15 million tons of clothing and shoes per year, yet UK people have about £ 30 billon worth of unused clothing at the back of the wardrobe (⾐橱) . But new technology could see the end of tat (粗⿇布) with the clothes themselves reminding the owners of their existence.“Smart clothes” could help us clear out our wardrobes by sending messages or tweeting (推⽂) to us if they haven’t been worn for a good while. If these messages are ignored, the clothes will get in touch with a clothing charity and ask to be reused, with an organization automatically sending out donation in order. They could also be programmed for a public sale where they are sold to whoever offers the highest price on eBay.Experts at Birmingham, City University are developing the “connected wardrobe”to encourage more suitable clothes consumption (消费). The new kind of wardrobe sees clothes tagged, using washable contactless technology.Mark Brill, senior lecturer at the university, said, “Think of the surprise when an owner suddenly receives bids (出价) for items that they didn’t know in their wardrobe. The ‘connected wardrobe’is a practical pleasant idea to encourage people to think about their clothing consumption. Finally, I hope it will encourage more proper fashion consumption. Perhaps we can even move away from the idea of the ownership of clothing. When we’ve worn them enough, the items will pass themselves on to their next keeper.”It follows in the footsteps of the “Internet of things”—an idea that sees ordinary household items connecting to the Internet in order to share information. Now, the “Internet of Clothes” will make sure that neglected clothes will tweet and text the owners,“asking” to be worn depending on the weather and frequency of wear. Clothes will keep track of other information, such as who owned them before, as well as how much they originally cost, who made them and how much the worker was paid for them.5. What does the author say about the “smart clothes”?A. They may be recycled if long forgotten.B. They have gotten popularity.C. They give warnings if worn out.D. They may be donated on eBay.6. What is suggested in the last paragraph?A. The Internet is a place to share items.B. Weather affects the connected wardrobe.C. Household items can be a source of information.D. Clothes are sold online at a low price.7. The underlined word “neglected”in the last paragraph means “_____”.A. changeableB. unforgettableC. recycledD. unnoticed8. What’s the passage mainly about?A. The future of clothes consumption.B. The new technology about clothes.C. Common things sold on the Internet.D. Recycled wardrobes on the market.CCold weather during winter months may keep many people from running in the open air. However, a new study shows that the drop in temperature is a good reason to run. Researchers say running in cold weather helps improve one’s performance. Many people say running in winter can be difficult. Two reasons are the low temperatures and cold winds. Yet many runners might find it easier than running in hot weather. That could be because lower temperatures reduce stress on the body. When you run in cold weather, your heart rate and the body’s dehydration (脱⽔) levels are lower than those in warmer conditions. The body needs less water on a cold day than in warm weather.This information comes from sports scientist John Brewer at St Mary’s University in London. He and other researchers put a group of people into a room they called an “environmental Chamber”. They then recreated summer and winter weather conditions in the room. The test subjects were asked to run 10,000 meters under both conditions. The team recorded biological measurements of the runners.Brewer says every movement runners make produces heat. One way in which people lose heat is by sweating (流汗). The body also loses heat by transporting the blood to the surface of the skin, which puts more pressure on the heart in summer because it’s much harder to lose heat in the warm environment. However, the body doesn’t have to work as hard to transport blood to the skin’s surface in cold conditions. That means running in cooler temperatures requires less energy.Several websites note that the most important thing for people who run in cold conditions is to wear the right clothing. Wear shoes that will keep you from falling. Keeping as dry as possibleis most important when exercising in low temperatures. And wear more than one layer (层) of clothing to keep sweat away from your skin. So don’t let winter keep you indoors. Simply get ready for the low temperatures and start running.9. What were the test subjects required to do in the “environmental chamber”?A. Stay in the room in the hot and cold conditions.B. Run more than 10,000 meters in the warm environment.C. Run 10,000 meters under summer and winter weather conditions.D. Stay in the room for a long time in the cold environment.10. Running in cooler temperatures requires less energy because _____.A. it prevents runners producing sweatB. it’s much harder for the body to lose heatC. it’s easier for the runners to breathe fresh airD. it’s easier for the body to send blood to the skin’s surface11. Which of the following are proper ways to run in cold conditions?①Wearing as dryly as possible.②Wearing only one layer of clothing.③Wearing shoes that will prevent falling.A.①②B.②③C.①③D.①②③12. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?A. To show his love of running in cold weather.B. To persuade people to stay indoors in winter.C. To give some advice on running in cold weather.D. To encourage people to run in cold weather.DWe had about half an hour until the bus would arrive to take us to the airport. I wasn’t worried about my daughter. At ten years old, she could easily entertain herself. But what was my four-year-old son going to do for the next 30 minutes?Half an hour could seem like a long time for a pre-school child. He began playing with his toy car. Then he noticed a boy similar in age. Actually, they noticed each other. Slowly, theybegan to interact (互动). At first, they shared smiles, which soon led to sharing toys. And before I knew it, they were running and playing in the hotel lobby.I realized that the scene described above was not uncommon. However, there was one thing that I have to mention: The boys did not share a common language. However, this little thing didn’t seem to stop them from their fun in the least. They were two little boys who had just met, and they were having more fun than anyone else in the lobby. In fact, I believed they would have played together all day if we had let them.Classrooms around the world are becoming more and more diverse (多种多样的). And that’s a good thing. But with this diversity comes a responsibility to our students. We must provide ways in which they can interact and feel comfortable, despite the language that they do or don’t speak. We must allow students who share the same interests to spend time together—even when they don’t share the same language. By doing this, we immediately place them in their comfort zone. When they work within their strengths, students’ confidence grows.Furthermore, as walls come down, students are more likely to welcome and work together with those whom they may not have noticed before.13. From the first paragraph, we can infer that_____.A. the author arrived at the airport half an hour earlier.B. the author was worried about his son.C. the author’s son could easily entertain himself.D. the author’s daughter was worried about her little brother.14. What happened to the two boys without sharing the same language?A. They played together happily.B. They learned from each other.C. They had difficulty in communicating.D. They made noises in the hotel lobby.15. According to the passage, students who_____.A. share the same language would be friends.B. come from the same place can communicate well.C. have the same interests should spend time together.D. come from different families have different habits.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。
高二英语下学期期中试题(含答案)高二英语第二学期期中考试试卷第一部分听力(共两节,满分20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 will the woman do today?A. Go on a date.B. Visit a museum.C. Make ice cream.2. Why was the man late?A. He didn’t feel well.B. He set off late.C. He got lost.3. What lecture does the man like most?A. Local history.B. Aging brain issues.C. WWI and WWII events.4. What does the woman probably think of working while in college?A. Useful.B. Difficult.C. Unnecessary.5. What are the speakers talking about?A. A rock.B. A movie.C. A spacecraft.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秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话, 回答第6和第7两个小题。
6. Why did the man start Problogger?A. To learn photographing.B. To help other bloggers.C. To make some money.7. What benefit can the man get from his current job?A. Getting e-books for free.B. Teaching his children himself.C. Enjoying flexible working places.听下面一段对话, 回答第8至第10三个小题。
Part I Listening Comprehension (25 points)Section A (5 points)In this section, you will hear five short conversations. After each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D).1. A) The man will drive to the station. B) The man will go to the station by bus. C) The woman will drive to the station. D) The womanwill go to the station by bus.2. A) The woman doesn't like coffee. B) The woman prefers tea to coffee.C) The woman doesn't drink coffee. D) The woman wants to have a cup of coffee.3. A) He is a teacher. B) He is a student. C) He is a doctor. D) He is a lawyer.4. A) She is going to a party. B) She is going to a concert. C) She is going to a movie. D) She is going to a bookstore.5. A) The man will help the woman. B) The woman will help the man. C) They will go shopping together. D) They will go to the park together.Section B (20 points)In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passageis read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard in the blanks provided. When the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.The world of music is vast and diverse, and it includes many different types of music. One of the most popular genres of music is rock. Rock music has its roots in the 1950s, and it has evolved over the years intomany sub-genres. The following is a brief overview of some of the key features of rock music.Firstly, rock music is characterized by its strong rhythm and beat. It often uses electric guitars, drums, and bass guitars to create a driving rhythm. The energy and passion of the music are often conveyed through the use of loud, powerful sounds.Secondly, rock music often deals with themes of rebellion and individualism. It reflects the struggles and challenges of young people growing up in the modern world. Many rock songs are about love, relationships, and social issues.Thirdly, rock music has had a significant impact on popular culture. It has influenced fashion, hairstyles, and even language. The iconicfigures of rock music, such as The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and Jimi Hendrix, have become symbols of the counterculture movement.Now, listen to the passage again and fill in the blanks with the exact words you have just heard.The world of music is vast and diverse, and it includes many different types of music. One of the most popular genres of music is (1)__________. Rock music has its roots in the 1950s, and it has evolved over the years into many sub-genres. The following is a brief overviewof some of the key features of rock music.Firstly, rock music is characterized by its strong rhythm and beat. It often uses electric guitars, drums, and bass guitars to create a driving rhythm. The energy and passion of the music are often conveyed through the use of loud, powerful sounds.Secondly, rock music often deals with themes of rebellion and individualism. It reflects the struggles and challenges of young people growing up in the modern world. Many rock songs are about (2) __________, (3) __________, and (4) __________.Thirdly, rock music has had a significant impact on popular culture. It has influenced fashion, hairstyles, and even language. The iconicfigures of rock music, such as The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and Jimi Hendrix, have become symbols of the (5) __________ movement.Part II Vocabulary (20 points)There are 10 incomplete sentences in this section. For each sentence there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Choose the one that best completes the sentence.6. The team had to make a ________ decision to cancel the match due to the bad weather.A) urgent B) immediate C) instant D) prompt7. The company has a ________ policy of hiring only the most qualified candidates.A) strict B) rigorous C) stringent D) severe8. The museum offers a ________ of exhibits that showcase the history and culture of the region.A) variety B) selection C) collection D) assortment9. The doctor recommended a ________ exercise routine to improve her cardiovascular health.A) balanced B) moderate C) intensive D) vigorous10. The police were called to the scene to ________ the situation after the accident.A) investigate B) resolve C) calm D) negotiate11. The teacher praised the student for her ________ and dedication to her studies.A) perseverance B) diligence C) perseverance D) diligence12. The company's new product received a ________ response from the market.A) favorable B) positive C) adverse D) negative13. The government has implemented a series of measures to ________ the environmental pollution.A) reduce B) alleviate C) eliminate D) mitigate14. The chef's ________ skills allowed him to create delicious dishes with ease.A) culinary B) cooking C) culinary D) cooking15. The athlete's ________ performance at the competition earned him a place on the national team.A) outstanding B) excellent C) superior D) remarkablePart III Reading Comprehension (30 points)Section A (10 points)Read the following passage and answer the questions below.In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the impact of technology on our lives. Many people argue that technology has made our lives easier and more convenient. However, others believe that it hashad a negative impact on our society.Proponents of technology argue that it has greatly improved our quality of life. For example, the internet has made it possible to access information and communicate with people from all over the world. Thishas opened up new opportunities for education, business, and personal growth. Moreover, technology has revolutionized the way we work and live. We can now work from home, shop online, and even attend virtual meetings.On the other hand, critics of technology argue that it has had a detrimental effect on our society. They believe that technology has led to a decrease in face-to-face interactions and a rise in social isolation. Moreover, they argue that technology is contributing to a sedentary lifestyle, which can lead to health problems. Finally, they point out that technology can be addictive, leading to excessive screen time and a lack of physical activity.In my opinion, technology is a double-edged sword. While it has brought many benefits, it also poses some significant challenges. It is up to us to use technology responsibly and to ensure that it enhances our lives rather than detracts from them.16. What is the main topic of the passage?A) The benefits of technologyB) The negative impact of technologyC) The impact of technology on our livesD) The debate over the use of technology17. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of technology?A) Improved access to informationB) Increased face-to-face interactionsC) Enhanced personal growthD) New opportunities for education18. What is the author's opinion on the impact of technology?A) It is entirely positive.B) It is entirely negative.C) It is a double-edged sword.D) It has no impact on our lives.Section B (10 points)Read the following passage and complete the summary below.The ocean is a vast and complex ecosystem that supports a wide variety of life. It is home to countless species of fish, mammals, birds, and plants. The ocean also plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate and weather patterns.One of the most important aspects of the ocean ecosystem is its biodiversity. This refers to the variety of different species that live in the ocean. Biodiversity is essential for the health of the ecosystem because each species plays a unique role. For example, certain fish species help to maintain the balance of nutrients in the water, while others act as predators and help to control the population of other species.However, the ocean is facing a number of threats. One of the biggest threats is overfishing, which can lead to the depletion of fish populations and the disruption of the ecosystem. Another threat is pollution, which can harm marine life and disrupt the natural balance of the ocean.To protect the ocean, it is important to take action to address these threats. This includes enforcing stricter regulations on fishing and reducing pollution.19. What is the main purpose of the passage?A) To describe the importance of the ocean ecosystem.B) To discuss the threats to the ocean ecosystem.C) To explain the impact of overfishing on marine life.D) To promote conservation efforts for the ocean.20. According to the passage, what is biodiversity in the ocean?A) The variety of different species that live in the ocean.B) The process of creating new species in the ocean.C) The amount of fish in the ocean.D) The number of fish caught by humans.21. What are two major threats to the ocean ecosystem mentioned in the passage?A) Overfishing and pollution.B) Climate change and natural disasters.C) Overpopulation and lack of resources.D) Invasive species and loss of habitat.Part IV Writing (15 points)Write an essay of about 150-200 words on the following topic:Some people believe that technology has made our lives easier and more convenient. Others argue that technology has had a negative impact on our society. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.Remember to:- Use a clear structure- Provide specific examples- Support your ideas with reasons and details。
高二下学期期中考试英语试卷分值:150 时间:120分钟温馨提示:本试卷包含Ⅰ、Ⅱ两卷。
其中,第Ⅰ卷为选择题,所有答案必须用2B铅笔涂在答题卡中的相应位置;第Ⅱ卷为非选择题,必须在答题卷上的相应位置作答。
答案写在试卷上均无效,不予记分。
第Ⅰ卷(选择题共115 分)第一部分听力(共两节, 满分30分)回答听力部分时,请先将答案标在试卷上。
听力部分结束前, 你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到客观题答题卡上。
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. How does the woman feel?A. Angry.B. Happy.C. Worried.2. What does the man mean?A. He is very shy now.B. He was also shy when he was Michelle’s age.C. He is the same age as Michelle.3. What did the man do?A. Had some drinks.B. Made a phone call.C. Looked after the woman.4. Why was the man angry?A. The woman hurt him.B. He didn't relax.C. The woman left the room.5. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Friends.B. Classmates.C. Strangers.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听第6 段材料,回答第6-8 题。
高二英语下学期期中测试试卷第一卷(三部分,共115分)第一部分:听力明白得(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秒钟的时刻来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What time is it in fact now?A. 9 o’clockB.10 o’clockC. 11 o’clock2. What will the man and Mr. Johnson read?A. They will read a report.B. They will read a novel.C. They will read a poem.3. Where does the conversation take place?A. At a gas station.B. At a car factory.C. In a garage.4. What are the lady’s shoes like?A. They are fit for her feet.B. They are a bit big.C. They are a bit small.5. Who is the man?A. The woman’s classmate.B. A shop assistant.C. The woman’s husband.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,你将有时刻阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时刻。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6—7题。
6. What is the man’s job?A. He is a traveler.B. He is a salesman.C. He is an engineer.7. What is the relationship between the two speakers?A. They are classmates.B. They are strangers.C. They are shop assistant and customer.听第7段材料,回答第8—10题。
第二学期期中考试试卷高二英语(满分:150分;考试时间:120分钟)第一节单项选择(1*15)1. He hurried to the station only _______ that the train had left.A. to findB. findingC. foundD. to have found2. The world will be different, and we will have to be prepared to ________ the change.A. adapt toB. adopt toC. apply toD. devote to3. The fire made _____ difficult to rescue the people trapped under the ruins in the earthquake.A. /B. thisC. thatD. it4. Having a walk after supper is certainly good for the old people, but it remains ______ whetherthey will enjoy it.A. to seeB. to be seenC. seeingD. seen5. Energy drinks are not allowed _______ in Australia but are brought in from New Zealand.A. to makeB. to be madeC. to have been madeD. to be making6. Tom was very angry about ________ to Mary’s birthday party.A. not invitingB. being not invitedC. not being invitedD. not to be invited7. Many applicants stood outside the manager’s office, nervously waiting _________ for the job.A. to chooseB. being chosenC. choosingD. to be chosen8. The accident happened on such an evening with strong winds __________ by heavy rain.A. appearedB. happenedC. accompaniedD. mixed9. One of the judges ________ to Gana’s film festival was a famous artist from China, Zhang Ziyi.A. invitedB. to inviteC. had been invitedD. being invited10. Most parents are not __________ the danger of their babies’eating jelly, which causes most unfortunateincidents to happen.A. well aware toB. very aware ofC. aware thatD. well aware of11. While shopping, people sometimes can’t help ________ into buying something they don’t really need.A. to persuadeB. persuadingC. being persuadedD. be persuaded12. I have to go to work by taxi because my car _____ at the garage.A. will be repairedB. is repairedC. is being repairedD. has been repaired13. Having fish at meals regularly can be of great _________ to your heart.A. benefitB. helpC. contributionD. use14. The discovery of new evidence led to ______.A. the thief having caughtB. catch the thiefC. the thief being caughtD. the thief to be caught15. _________ from other continents for millions of years, Australia has many plants and animals not found in any other country in the world.A. Being separatedB. Having separatedC. Having been separatedD. To be separated第二节完型填空(1.5*20)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。
高二英语第二学期期中试题班级_____________姓名_____________总分_____________第I卷(共分)第一部分,英语知识运用(共三节,满分50分)第一节语音知识(共5小题,每小题1分,满分5分)1.intention A. sadness B. serious C. recite D. elect2.gravity A. disable B. engage C. grammar D. stadium3.balcony A. concrete B. society C. niece D. preference4.basis A. machine B. police C. mistake D. despite5.telescope A. astronomer B. loneliness C. reason D. seldom第二节语法和词汇知识(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)从A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
6.Afamous saying goes that reading is to the mind _____ food is to the body.A. whichB. howC. now thatD. what7.Miss Wang stood up in defense of the 10-year-old girl, saying that she was not the one______.A. blamingB. being blamedC. to blameD. to being blamed8. In my opinion, it is wise for us to ______ some money for emergency.A. set asideB. turn outC. pick upD. contribute to9. They had a wonderful holiday, _____ the bad weather.A. in case ofB. regardless ofC. rather thanD. despite10. _______ such a difficult situation, I really had no idea what to do.A. FacingB. FaceC. To faceD. Faced11. If you have anything to buy, please keep me _______.A. to informB. informingC. informedD. being informed12.Few salaries are _______ as one reason why many workers are leaving Guangdong prorince for Beijing.A. attemptedB. blamedC. distributedD. tended13.After receiving the order, the local government took immediate _____ to stop the disease spreading.A. beliefsB. measuresC. effortsD. views14. _______ matters in these actities is that student should have a desire to communicate something.A. WhoB. ThatC. WhatD. Which15. --- Would you rather do the job this Friday or next Monday?--- _______.A. Yes, of courseB. The other is betterC. What’s the matterD. Either will suit me16. Does it _____ any difference for you whether he lends you a hand?A. matterB. relateC. makeD. consider17. It was the second year that I _______ in a 27 company.A. have workedB. workedC. an workingD. had worked18. A housing security system is now in place in China ______ there is still a lot to be done to control house prices.A. butB. sinceC. soD. during19. ______ the price of oil going up, the economy of this country is slowing down.A. ForB. Thanks toC. WithD. Upon20. As is recently reported, eating colorful fruits and vegetables can help us get ____ from suffering heart diseases.A. protectedB. to protectC. protectingD. to be protected第三节完形填空(共20小题;每小题1.5分,满分30分)阅讯下面短文,从短文后所级各题的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The origin of language is not clear. No doubt it began very gradually. Animals have a few cries that serve as signals, but even the highest apes have not been found able to __21__ words, even with professional instruction.The superior ___22__ of man is a necessity for the mastering of speech. ___23__ man became intelligent enough, we must suppose that he gradually ___24__ the number of cries for different purposes. It was a great day ____25__ he discovered that speech could be used for communication. There are those who think that ___26___ language came before oral language. A man could draw a picture on the wall of his cave to show in ___27__ direction he had gone, or what animal he hoped to ____28__. Probably picture language and oral language ___29_ side by side. I tend to think that ___30__ has been the most important single factor in the development of man.Two important stages came not so long before the dawn of written history. The first was the taming of ___31__; the ___32__ was agriculture. Agriculture was a step in ___33__ progress to which there was nothing comparable until our own machine age. Agriculture made ____34__ a huge increase in the number of the human species in the ___35__ where it could be successfully practised. These were, at first, only those in which nature fertilized (使肥沃) the __36__ after each harvest. Agriculture ___37__ with violent resistance from the pastoral nomads (游牧民), but the agricultural way of life became popular in the end because of the physical comforts it provided.___38__ fundamental technical advance was writing, which, like spoken language, developed out of pictures, but as soon as it had reached a certain ___39__, it was possible to keep records and transmit ___40__ to people who were not present when the information was given.( )21.A. tell B. declare C. pronounce D. make( )22.A. leg B. brain C. mind D. hand( )23.A. Before B. when C. During D. But( )24.A. increased B. produced C. pronounced D. invented( )25.A. since B. when C. while D. how( )26.A. picture B. spoken C. silent D. written( )27.A. which B. who C. that D. whose( )28.A. fire B. catch C. offer D. accept( )29.A. developed B. used C. got D. discovered( )30.A. voice B. language C. picture D. words( )31.A. animals B. trees C. land D. plants( )32.A. latter B. one C. other D. second( )33.A. mankind B. man C. human D. men( )34.A. certainly B. probably C. impossible D. possible( )35.A. cities B. countries C. regions D. lakes( )36.A. ground B. land C. field D. soil( )37.A. dealt B. agreed C. faced D. met( )38.A. Other B. One C. Another D. The( )39.A. area B. section C. step D. stage( )40.A. record B. information C. speech D. picture第二部分阅读理解(共20小题。