湖南省浏阳、醴陵、攸县三校2015届高三联考英语试题

2015年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（湖南卷）英语本试卷分为四个部分，共12页。

时量120分钟。

满分150分PartⅠListening Comprehension (30 marks)Section A （22.5 marks）Directions: In this section, you will hear six conversations between two speakers. For each conversation, there are several questions and each question is followed by three choices marked A, B and C. Listen carefully and then choose the best answer for each question.You will hear each conversation TWICE.Conversation 11. When does the woman usually get home from work?A. About 6:30.B. About 7:30.C. About 8:30.2. What did the woman do last night?A. She watched TV.B. She recorded a program.C. She prepared for a lecture.Conversation 23. How often does the man exercise at the gym?A. Every day.B. Every two days.C. Once a week.4. Where will the two speakers meet before doing exercise this Friday?A. At the park.B. At the cafe.C. At the cinema.Conversation 35. What is Mr. Chester doing?A. Telephoning someone.B. Speaking to the woman.C. Leaving the man a message.6. What is the man's last name?A. Oliver.B. Horst.C. Robert.Conversation 47. Why will the woman be late?A. She didn't catch the train.B. She didn't finish her paper.C. She didn't wake up in time.8. Where is the man?A. At the station.B. At home.C. At the office.9. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?A. Teacher and student.B. Parent and child.C. Husband and wife.Conversation 510. For whom does the woman buy the T-shirt?A. Herself.B. Her husband.C. Her friend.11 .How much does the T-shirt normally cost?更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年A. $54.B. $60.C. $70.12. Why does the salesman agree to sell the T-shirt at $48?A. It is cheaper online.B. He is in a hurry.C. A button is lost.Conversation 613. When did the woman arrive?A. Friday.B. Saturday.C. Sunday.14. What major did the man choose in the end?A. English.B. Biology. C . History.15. What suggestion does the man give on reading the books?A. Making notes.B. Skimming first.C. Reading word by word.Section B（7.5 marks）Directions: In this section, you will hear a short passage. Listen carefully and then fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Fill in each blank with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.Part ⅡLanguage Knowledge (45 marks)Section A (15 marks)Directions: For each of the following unfinished sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence.21.It was when we were returning home ________ I realized what a good feeling it was to have helped someone in trouble.A. whichB. thatC. whereD. how22. As you go through this book, you ________ that each of the millions of people who lived through World War II had a different experience.A. will findB. foundC. had foundD. have found23. Only after talking to two students ________ that having strong motivation is one of the biggest factors in reaching goals.A. I did discoverB. did I discoverC. I discoveredD. discovered24. Video games can be a poor influence if ________ in the wrong hands.A. to leaveB. leavingC. leaveD. left25. I wasn't able to hide my eagerness when I ________, "What do you wish me to do now?"A. askB. have askedC. am askingD. asked更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年26. You have to know ________ you're going if you are to plan the best way of getting there.A. whatB. thatC. whereD. who27. It is important to remember that success ________ a sum of small efforts made each day and often ________ years of achieve.A. is; takesB. are; takesC. are; takeD. is; take28. He must have sensed that I ________ him. He suddenly glanced at me and said quietly, "Why are you staring at me like that?"A. would look atB. looked atC. was looking atD. am looking at29.It is a truly delightful place, ________ looks the same as it must have done 100 years ago with its winding streets and pretty cottages..A. asB. whereC. thatD. which30. ________ what you’re doing today important, because you’re trading a day of your lifefor itA. MakeB. To makeC. MakingD. Made31.1 am looking forward to the day ________ my daughter can read this book and know my feelings for her.A. asB. whyC. whenD. where32. All we need ________ a small piece of land where we can plant various kinds of fruit trees throughout the growing seasons of the year.A. areB. wasC. isD. were33. It’s not doing the things we like, but liking the things we have to do ________ makes life happy.A. thatB. whichC. whatD. who34. Whenever you ________ a present, you should think about it from the receiver’s point of view.A. boughtB. have boughtC. will buyD. buy35. ________ ourselves from the physical and mental tensions, we each need deep thought and inner quietness.A. Having freedB. FreedC. To freeD. FreeingSection B (18 marks)Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.It was a rainy morning and the children, mainly boys with various learning difficulties, refused to settle for the start of the lesson. As an inexperienced teacher, I tried every means to get them to be 36 , but in vain. my panic was rising and I could feel my heart beating wildly. This was the 37 of my job as a music teacher, I thought -- teaching was not for me. Then I had an idea. Hoping that no one would notice that I was 38 inside, I threw my voice as far as it would reach: "Put your heads on the desks and close your 39 ! We are going on a journey."40 , the children fell silent. "Now what should I do?" I thought to myself. Reaching over to my collection of CDs, I blindly 41 , put it in the machine and played it.Obediently (顺从地), my class lay their heads on their desk, closed their eyes and 42 . When the music started, the room as filled with the most beautiful tones and musical colors I could 更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年have ever imagined. All the children were 43 . When the music finished, I asked them all to raise their 44 slowly so that we could share our musical journey.At this point, when all the children were willing to share their experiences, I began to learn how to 45 . The music allow me to learn that teaching is about sharing and respect, tears and smiles, the knowing and the46 and most of all, an understanding of each other. This was the power that 47 in the classroom could have.36. A. glad B. safe C. kind D. quiet37.A. end B. aim C. rule D. plan38. A. guessing B. shaking C. responding D. laughing39. A. eyes B. mouths C. books D. doors40. A. Punctually B. Importantly C. Amazingly D. Obviously41. A. passed one on B. gave one back C. turned one in D. took one out42. A. slept B. nodded C. waited D. continued43. A. talking B. singing C. dancing D. listening44. A. legs B. heads C. arms D. shoulders45. A. teach B. imagine C. play D. understand46. A. unprepared B. unspoken C. unknown D. unforgotten47. A. games B. music C. tears D. knowledgeSection C (12 marks)Directions: Complete the following passage by filling in each blank with one word that best fits the context.Research has become both simpler and more complex. It's simpler because, 48 you have computer, you can find information you need by searching the Internet. For all you information, you don't have to go to 49 library to find the relevant resource and take notes on it. Instead, you can find some sources from the Internet50 print the copies needed. Remember, however, that you should usually consult different types of sources. That is, you 51 always rely just on the Internet for you research.While finding information is easier than ever, at the same time, researching has become 52 complex. There is a lot more material available, which means you may be overwhelmed 53 the amount of information. You need to learn 54 to sort through and find the relevant information for your particular project. Also,5547 need to check the accuracy of it.Part ⅢReading Comprehension (30 marks)Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished .statements For each of them there are four chokes marked A. B. C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年A. drivers should be polite to cyclistsB. road accidents can actually be avoidedC. sine pedestrians are a threat to road safetyD. walking while using phones hurts one's eyes57. Carol Harvey suggests that cyclists should _______.A. be provided with enough roadsB. be asked to ride on their own lanesC. be made to pay less tax for cyclingD. be fined for laughing at policemen58. What is a complaint of JML?A. Very few drivers are insured.更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年B. Cyclists ride fast on pavements.C. Pedestrians go through red traffic lights.D. Horse riders disrespect other road users.59. The underlined word "they" in the third letter refers to ______.A. accidentsB. vehiclesC. pedestriansD. cyclists60. The three letters present viewpoints on _______.A. real source of road dangerB. ways to improve road facilitiesC. measures to punish road offencesD. increased awareness of road rulesBIn its early history, Chicago had floods frequently, especially in the spring, making the streets so muddy that people, horses, and carts got stuck. An old joke that was popular at the time went something like this: A man is stuck up to his waist in a muddy Chicago street. Asked if he needs help, he replies, "No, thanks. I've got a good horse under me."The city planner decided to build an underground drainage (排水) system, but there simply wasn't enough difference between the height of the ground level and the water level. The only two options were to lower the Chicago River or raise the city.An engineer named Ellis Chesbrough convinced me the city that it had no choice but to build the pipes above ground and then cover them with dirt. This raised the level of the city's streets by as much as 12 feet.This of course created a new problem: dirt practically buried the first floors of every building in Chicago. Building owners were faced with a choice: either change the first floors of their buildings into basements, and the second stories into main floors, or hoist the entire buildings to meet the new street level. Small wood-frame buildings could be lifted fairly easily. But what about large, heavy structures like Tremont Hotel, which was a six-story brick building?That's where George Pullman came in. He had developed some house-moving skills successfully. To lift a big structure like the Tremont Hotel, Pullman would place thousands of jackscrews (螺旋千斤顶) beneath the building's foundation. One man was assigned to operate each section of roughly 10 jackscrews. At Pullman's signal each man turned his jackscrew the same amount at the same time, thereby raising the building slowly and evenly. Astonishingly, the Tremont Hotel stay open during the entire operation, and many of its guests didn't even notice anything was happening. Some people like to say that every problem has a solution. But in Chicago's early history, every engineering solution seemed to create a new problem. Now that Chicago's waste water was draining efficiently into the Chicago River, the city's next step was to clean the polluted river.61. The author mentions the joke to show ______.A. horses were fairly useful in ChicagoB. Chicago's streets were extremely muddyC. Chicago was very dangerous in the springD. the Chicago people were particularly humorous更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年62. The city planners were convinced by Ellis Chesbrough to_______.A. get rid of the street dirtB. lower the Chicago RiverC. fight against heavy floodsD. build the pipes above ground63. The underlined word "hoist" in Paragraph 4 means "_______".A. changeB. liftC. repairD. decorate64. What can we conclude about the moving operation of the Tremont Hotel?A. It went on smoothly as intended.B. It interrupted the business of the hotel.C. It involved Pullman turning ten jackscrews.D. It separated the building from its foundation.65. The passage is mainly about the early Chicago's ______.A. popular life styles and their influencesB. environmental disasters and their causesC. engineering problems and their solutionsD. successful businessmen and their achievementsCHave your parents ever inspected your room to see if you cleaned it properly? Imagine having your entire houses, garage, and yard inspected at any time -- with no warning. Inspections were a regular part of lighthouse (灯塔) living, and a keeper's reputation depended on results. A few times each year, an inspector arrived to look over the entire light station. The inspections were supposed to be a surprise, but keeper sometimes had advance notice.Once lighthouses had telephones, keepers would call each other to warn that the inspector was approaching. After boats began flying special flags noting the inspector aboard, the keeper's family made it a game to see who could notice the boat first. As soon as someone spotted the boat, everyone would do last-minute tidying and change into fancy clothes. The keeper then scurried to put on his dress uniform and cap. Children of keepers remember inspectors wearing white gloves to run their fingers over door frames and windowsills looking for dust.Despite the serious nature of inspections, they resulted in some funny moments. Betty Byrnes remembered when her mother did not have time to wash all the dishes before an inspection. At the time, people did not have dishwashers in their homes. In an effort to clean up quickly, Mrs. Byrnes tossed all the dishes into a big bread pan, covered them with a cloth and stuck them in the oven. If the inspector opened the oven door, it would look like bread was baking. he never did. One day, Glenn Furst's mother put oil on the kitchen floor just before the inspector entered their house. Like floor wax, the oil made the floors shiny and helped protect the wood. This time, though, she used a little too much oil. When the inspector extended his hand to greet Glenn's mother, he slipped on the freshly oiled surface. "He came across that floor waving his arms like a young bird attempting its first flight," Glenn late wrote. After he steadied himself, he shook Glenn's mother's hand, and the inspection continued as though nothing had happened.66. What does Paragraph I tell us about the inspection at the light station?更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年A. It was carried out once a year.B. It was often announced in advance.C. It was important for the keeper's fame.D. It was focused on the garage and yard.67. The family began making preparations immediately after ______.A. one of the members saw the boatB. a warning call reached the lighthouseC. the keeper put on the dress uniform and capD. the inspector flew special flags in the distance68. Mrs. Byrnes put the dishes in the oven because this would ______.A. result in some funB. speed up washing themC. make her home look tidyD. be a demand from the inspector69. If the inspector had opened the oven door, he would have seen _______.A. an empty panB. many clean dishesC. pieces of baked breadD. a cloth covering something70. The inspector waved his arms ______.A. to try his best to keep steadyB. to show his satisfaction with the floorC. to extend a warm greeting to Glenn's motherD. to express his intention to continue the inspectionPart IV Writing (45 marks)Section A (10 marks)Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in the numbered blanks by using the information from the passageWrite NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.Not all print dictionaries are the same, as you will notice when you select one. To make a wise selection, you should know how to distinguish among three kinds of print dictionaries: pocket, desk, and unabridged. You should also know the copyright date of your dictionary, and check is special features.A pocket dictionary is small. Generally, it contains no more than 75000 entries, making it hardly to carry to class and efficient to use. However, a pocket dictionary doesn't contain enough entries to be adequate for college reference homework. In addition, the information about each word in a pocket dictionary is generally limited. A desk dictionary is medium sized, generally containing over 100,000 entries as well as extra features. For college work, you should own a current desk dictionary. An unabridged dictionary is a complete dictionary. Abridged dictionaries, such as pocket and desk dictionaries, are shortened. Because unabridged dictionaries contain nearly all English words, they are large and heavy. They are often used by schools and libraries.If the copyright date of your current dictionary shows that it was published five or more years ago, 更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年consider investing in a more recent edition. English is a dynamic language that admits new words and recognizes changes in meaning, spelling, and usage of familiar words. This is reflected in an up-to-date dictionary.In selecting a dictionary, check the features it offers besides vocabulary definitions. Many editions contain signs, symbols and foreign words. Some also contain CD-ROMs and access to special online features.Section B (10 mark.)Directions: Read the following passage. Answer the questions according to the information given in the passage.Walk Out of the Comfort Zone and Try New ThingsFor most high school students, free periods are useless. From what I have seen, few do homework, instead many are on their phones and talking, making it impossible for those who actually want to do work to complete any. As a senior next year, I think extra periods should be used to take optional subjects.Our school offers many classes. Now is the time to experiment in different fields of study. We will never know if we are interested or talented in a subject if we don't try it.In my 8th grade, I was told that I had to take an art class as a graduation requirement; so in the 9th grade I took Studio and Art. One of the projects was to build a clay pot, but I built mine incorrectly, so it broke in the kiln (窑). I found out that I have no artistic ability at all, and now I know for sure that I do not want to be an artist. However, the class was one of my favorites that year. I was able to try new activities and test my ability.Walk out of our comfort zone and try new things! College is when we should focus on a specific major, but high school is when we have to figure it out.更多优质资料请关注公众号：诗酒叙华年Half of all college students change their major at some point. By doing that hundreds of dollars are wasted on classes that they would have never needed to take. So use our extra periods to find out what we want to do in college. The classes we choose can impact us in future. Taking optional subjects will enrich our mind. It will also show colleges we are diverse students.81. How should we use our extra periods in the author's opinion?(No more than 9 words) (2 marks)_______________________________________________________________________________ __________82. Why does the author think we should experiment in different fields of study?(No more than 17 words) (2 marks)_______________________________________________________________________________ __________83. Why did the clay pot show the author's lack of artistic ability?(No more than 10 words) (3 marks)_______________________________________________________________________________ __________84.According to the author, how will taking optional subjects impact up in the future?(No more than 13 words) (3 marks)_______________________________________________________________________________ __________Section C (25 marks)Directions: Write an English composition according to the instructions given below.请以老师当众表扬你为话题，用下面所给的句子开头，续写一篇英语短文。

2015年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（湖南卷）Part ⅡLanguage Knowledge (45 marks)Section A (15 marks)21. It was when we were returning home _ I realized what a good feeling it was to have helped someone introuble.A. whichB. thatC. whereD. how22. As you go through this book, you ________ that each of the millions of people who lived through World War IIhad a different experience.A. will findB. foundC. had foundD. have found23. Only after talking to two students ________ that having strong motivation is one of the biggest factors inreaching goals.A. I did discoverB. did I discoverC. I discoveredD. discovered I24. Video games can be a poor influence if ________ in the wrong hands.A. to leaveB. leavingC. leaveD. left25. I wasn't able to hide my eagerness when I ________, "What do you wish me to do now?"A. askB. have askedC. am askingD. asked26. You have to know ________ you're going if you are to plan the best way of getting there.A. whatB. thatC. whereD. who27. It is important to remember that success ________ a sum of small efforts made each day and often _____ yearsof achieve.A. is; takesB. are; takesC. are; takeD. is; take28. He must have sensed that I _____ him. He suddenly glanced at me and said quietly, "Why are you staring at melike that?"A. would look atB. looked atC. was looking atD. am looking at29. It is a truly delightful place, ________ looks the same as it must have done 100 years ago with its windingstreets and pretty cottages..A. asB. whereC. thatD. which30. When the clerk saw a kind of face wrinkled in an apologetic smile, she stood rooted to the ground, _________whether to stay or leave.A. wonderingB. wonderC. to wonderD. wondered31. Always_______ in mind that your main task is to get this company running smoothlyA. to keepB. to have keptC. keepD. have kept32. I had a strong desire to reach in and play with the toy,but_______ thankfully by the shop windowA. am held backB. held backC. hold backD. was held back33._______ the job takes a significant amount of time. most students agree that the experience is worth itA. If onlyB. AfterC. AlthoughD. In case34. Sometimes I act as a listening ear for fellow students _______ what is bothering themA. to talk overB. talked overC. talk overD.having talked over35. That is why I help brighten people’s days. If you _______ , who’s to say that another person will?A. did notB. do notC. were notD. have notSection B (18 marks)It was a rainy morning and the children, mainly boys with various learning difficulties, refused to settle for the start of the lesson. As an inexperienced teacher, I tried every means to get them to be 36 , but in vain. My panic was rising and I could feel my heart beating wildly. This was the 37 of my job as a music teacher, I thought -- teaching was not for me. Then I had an idea. Hoping that no one would notice that I was 38 inside, I threw my voice as far as it would reach: "Put your heads on the desks and close your 39 ! We are going on a journey."40 , the children fell silent. "Now what should I do?" I thought to myself. Reaching over to my collection of CDs, I blindly 41 , put it in the machine and played it.Obediently (顺从地), my class lay their heads on their desks, closed their eyes and 42 . When the music started, the room was filled with the most beautiful tones and musical colors I could have ever imagined. All the children were 43 . When the music finished, I asked them all to raise their 44 slowly so that we could share our musical journeys.At this point, when all the children were willing to share their experiences, I began to learn how to 45 .The music allowed me to learn that teaching is about sharing and respect, tears and smiles, the knowing and the 46 and, most of all, an understanding of each other. This was the power that 47 in the classroom could have.36. A. glad B. safe C. kind D. quiet37.A. end B. aim C. rule D. plan38. A. guessing B. shaking C. responding D. laughing39. A. eyes B. mouths C. books D. doors40. A. Punctually B. Importantly C. Amazingly D. Obviously41. A. passed one on B. gave one back C. turned one in D. took one out42. A. slept B. nodded C. waited D. continued43. A. talking B. singing C. dancing D. listening44. A. legs B. heads C. arms D. shoulders45. A. teach B. imagine C. play D. understand46. A. unprepared B. unspoken C. unknown D. unforgotten47. A. games B. music C. tears D. knowledgePart ⅢReading Comprehension (30 marks)56. Michael Horan wrote the letter mainly to show that _______.A. drivers should be polite to cyclistsB. road accidents can actually be avoidedC. some pedestrians are a threat to road safetyD. walking while using phones hurts one's eyes57. Carol Harvey suggests that cyclists should _______.A. be provided with enough roadsB. be asked to ride on their own lanesC. be made to pay less tax for cyclingD. be fined for laughing at policemen58. What is a complaint of JML?A. Very few drivers are insured.B. Cyclists ride fast on pavements.C. Pedestrians go through red traffic lights.D. Horse riders disrespect other road users.59. The underlined word "they" in the third letter refers to ______.A. accidentsB. vehiclesC. pedestriansD. cyclists60. The three letters present viewpoints on _______.A. real source of road dangerB. ways to improve road facilitiesC. measures to punish road offencesD. increased awareness of road rulesBIn its early history, Chicago had floods frequently, especially in the spring, making the streets so muddy that people, horses, and carts got stuck. An old joke that was popular at the time went something like this: A man is stuck up to his waist in a muddy Chicago street. Asked if he needs help, he replies, "No, thanks. I've got a good horse under me."The city planner decided to build an underground drainage (排水) system, but there simply wasn't enough difference between the height of the ground level and the water level. The only two options were to lower the Chicago River or raise the city.An engineer named Ellis Chesbrough convinced the city that it had no choice but to build the pipes above ground and then cover them with dirt. This raised the level of the city's streets by as much as 12 feet.This of course created a new problem: dirt practically buried the first floors of every building in Chicago. Building owners were faced with a choice: either change the first floors of their buildings into basements, and the second stories into main floors, or hoist the entire buildings to meet the new street level. Small wood-frame buildings could be lifted fairly easily. But what about large, heavy structures like the Tremont Hotel, which was a six-story brick building?That's where George Pullman came in. He had developed some house-moving skills successfully. To lift a big structure like the Tremont Hotel, Pullman would place thousands of jackscrews (螺旋千斤顶) beneath the building's foundation. One man was assigned to operate each section of roughly 10 jackscrews. At Pullman's signal each man turned his jackscrew the same amount at the same time, thereby raising the building slowly and evenly. Astonishingly, the Tremont Hotel stay open during the entire operation, and many of its guests didn't even notice anything was happening.Some people like to say that every problem has a solution. But in Chicago's early history, every engineering solution seemed to create a new problem. Now that Chicago's waste water was draining efficiently into the Chicago River, the city's next step was to clean the polluted river.61. The author mentions the joke to show ______.A. horses were fairly useful in ChicagoB. Chicago's streets were extremely muddyC. Chicago was very dangerous in the springD. the Chicago people were particularly humorous62. The city planners were convinced by Ellis Chesbrough to_______.A. get rid of the street dirtB. lower the Chicago RiverC. fight against heavy floodsD. build the pipes above ground63. The underlined word "hoist" in Paragraph 4 means "_______".A. changeB. liftC. repairD. decorate64. What can we conclude about the moving operation of the Tremont Hotel?A. It went on smoothly as intended.B. It interrupted the business of the hotel.C. It involved Pullman turning ten jackscrews.D. It separated the building from its foundation.65. The passage is mainly about the early Chicago's ______.A. popular life styles and their influencesB. environmental disasters and their causesC. engineering problems and their solutionsD. successful businessmen and their achievementsCHave your parents ever inspected your room to see if you cleaned it properly? Imagine having your entire houses, garage, and yard inspected at any time -- with no warning. Inspections were a regular part of lighthouse (灯塔) living, and a keeper's reputation depended on results. A few times each year, an inspector arrived to look over the entire light station. The inspections were supposed to be a surprise, but keeper sometimes had advance notice.Once lighthouses had telephones, keepers would call each other to warn that the inspector was approaching. After boats began flying special flags noting the inspector was aboard, the keeper's family made it a game to see who could notice the boat first. As soon as someone spotted the boat, everyone would do last-minute tidying and change into fancy clothes. The keeper then scurried to put on his dress uniform and cap. Children of keepers remember inspectors wearing white gloves to run their fingers over door frames and windowsills looking for dust.Despite the serious nature of inspections, they resulted in some funny moments. Betty Byrnes remembered when her mother did not have time to wash all the dishes before an inspection. At the time, people did not have dishwashers in their homes. In an effort to clean up quickly, Mrs. Byrnes tossed all the dishes into a big bread pan, covered them with a cloth and stuck them in the oven. If the inspector opened the oven door, it would look like bread was baking. he never did.One day, Glenn Furst's mother put oil on the kitchen floor just before the inspector entered their house. Like floor wax, the oil made the floors shiny and helped protect the wood. This time, though, she used a little too much oil. When the inspector extended his hand to greet Glenn's mother, he slipped on the freshly oiled surface. "He came across that floor waving his arms like a young bird attempting its first flight," Glenn late wrote. After he steadied himself, he shook Glenn's mother's hand, and the inspection continued as though nothing had happened.66. What does Paragraph I tell us about the inspection at the light station?A. It was carried out once a year.B. It was often announced in advance.C. It was important for the keeper's fame.D. It was focused on the garage and yard.67. The family began making preparations immediately after ______.A. one of the members saw the boatB. a warning call reached the lighthouseC. the keeper put on the dress uniform and capD. the inspector flew special flags in the distance68. Mrs. Byrnes put the dishes in the oven because this would ______.A. result in some funB. speed up washing themC. make her home look tidyD. be a demand from the inspector69. If the inspector had opened the oven door, he would have seen _______.A. an empty panB. many clean dishesC. pieces of baked breadD. a cloth covering something70. The inspector waved his arms ______.A. to try his best to keep steadyB. to show his satisfaction with the floorC. to extend a warm greeting to Glenn's motherD. to express his intention to continue the inspection。

2015年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（湖南卷）英语PartⅠListening Comprehension (30 marks）Section A （22。

5 marks)Directions: In this section，you will hear six conversations between two speakers. For each conversation, there are several questions and each question is followed by three choices marked A，B and C. Listen carefully and then choose the best answer for each question.You will hear each conversation TWICE。

Conversation 11。

When does the woman usually get home from work？A。

About 6:30。

B. About 7：30. C. About 8：30。

2. What did the woman do last night？A。

She watched TV.B. She recorded a program。

C. She prepared for a lecture.Conversation 23。

How often does the man exercise at the gym？A。

Every day。

B。

Every two days. C. Once a week。

4。

Where will the two speakers meet before doing exercise this Friday？A. At the park. B。

At the cafe。

C。

At the cinema。

湖南省长沙县、攸县、醴陵、浏阳四县一中2015届高三上学期11月联考试卷英语Part I Listening （30 marks）SECTION ADirections:In this section, you’ll hear 6 conversations between 2 speakers. For each conversation, there are several questions and each question is followed by 3 choices. Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter (A, B or C) on the question booklet.You will hear each conversation TWICE.Conversation 11. What is John Denver going to do?A. Write some songs for a concert.B. Make some records for radio.C. Sing songs on Saturday evening.2. What does the woman advise the man to do?A. Buy a ticket as soon as possible.B. Listen to a program on the radio.C. Enjoy John Denver’s music at home.Conversation 23. Why did the manager get angry with the man?A. He was late.B. He didn’t finish his job.C. He had a break at work.4. Why does the man want to have some more time at noon?A. He wants to go home.B. He wants to have a rest after lunch.C. He wants to have a big lunch.Conversation 35. What can we know about the factory owners?A. They have never kept their promise.B. They have been fined by the local government.C. They’ve promised to do something about the pollution.6. What will the special machine be used to do?A. Blow away the fine dust in the smoke.B. Take in the fine dust in the smoke.C. Stop the smoke from coming out.Conversation 47. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. House agent and customer.B. Waitress and customer.C. Wife and husband.8. What does the man like about the house?A. Public transportation.B. The swimming pool.C. The shopping center.9. What can we learn from the conversation?A. There is a gym just upstairs.B. The apartment has two bedrooms.C. The apartment has a great ocean view.Conversation 510. How much did the woman spend on her guitar?A. 300 RMBB. 60 RMBC. 240 RMB.11. When does the woman teach herself playing the guitar?A. On Saturday.B. On Sunday.C. On Thursday.12. Why didn’t the woman learn to play the guitar before?A. She was very busy then.B. She was interested in doing sports.C. She couldn’t afford the lessons.Conversation 6A. Asking to replace his car.B. Reporting the loss of his credit card.C. Applying one more card.14. What is the man’s passport number?A. CN26301611.B. PM575859.C. CN352467.15. What should the man do if he wants to get some money?A. Go to the card issuing institution for loss reporting.B. Ask for an Emergency Assistance Service from a business office.C. Keep in touch with the Client Service Center.SECTION BDirections: In this section, you’ll hear a mini-talk. Listen carefully and then fill in the numbered blanks with the information you’ve got.Fill in each blank with NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS.You’ll hear the mini-talk TWICE.Directions: Beneath each of the following sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D．Choose the answer that best completes the sentence.21. Last month, some teachers and students from our sister school in Britain visitedour school and stayed here for 10 days, we learnt more about the British culture.A. from whomB. with whomC. from whichD. on which22. It is not giving a man a fish but teaching a man to fish can really helpus fight against poverty.A. whichB. thatC. whenD. where23. Leave me alone. I an article all the afternoon and haven’t finished yet.A. writeB. have writtenC. was writingD. have been writing24. Contrary to many people think, HIV cannot be spread throughmosquitoes, a cough or sneeze.A. asB. whatC. whichD. that25. The film American dreams in China is based on the story of the real-life company New Oriental and the main character YuMinhong, the chief executive and cofounder of New Oriental.A. likesB. appearsC. resemblesD. similar to26. Candidates remain in their seats until all the papers have been collected.A. mightB. couldC. shallD. need27. If you want to buy a computer, Lenovo is a good brand, I will nothesitate to recommend.A. thatB. oneC. itD. what28. Last week Jim was very excited to attend a job fair because it seemed that therewere so many jobs for him ，but to his disappointment he failed to find one in the end.A. to be chosenB. for choosingC. to chooseD. to choose from29. Please do me a favor --- Mr. Smith of the date and place of ourEnglish speech contest.A. to informB. informingC. informD. informed30. Alcohol can damage the liver and do great harm if in large quantities.A. consumingB. consumedC. to consumeD. being consumed31. The 11th International Fireworks Festival of Liuyang held last month was a greatsuccess with its transaction volume (交易额)up to 8.75 billion Yuan.A. to reachB. reachedC. reachingD. being reached32. her students making jokes about her name (they called her “RollingStone”), J.K. Rowling still enjoyed teaching and put her whole heart into it.A. In spite ofB. AsC. WhileD. With33. Here is a notebook, in which the names of the visitors.A. writeB. was writtenC. were writtenD. written34. --- Don’t look down upon anyone. He must have his own advantage.--- You are right. Maybe others are weak, he is strong.A. ifB. whenC. thoughD. where35. Not having worked out the problem, leave the office.A. so he was not allowed toB. and he didn’t want toC. the teacher couldn’t make himD. he couldn’t free himself to SECTION B（18 marks）Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D．Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.The car, running along the well-lit road now sank in darkness. I broke the silence on purpose, 36 that the driver was too tired to drive. "When do you go back home in the evening?" "9 o'clock after this 37 ." "Then when do you come out in the morning?" I38 another question. "9 o'clock, too---just as if I worked at an office."His easiness surprised me, because every time I ride a taxi, what I hear from the driver are only complaints that they have to work from morning till night, it's hard to earn money, they're often 39 by the police, or that their leaders are seatedlazily, 40 the fruits. But this driver told me, "I find it tiring to be a section chief(值班领队) as I was before. I like driving just for 41 . It's fortunate that I hardly drive 42 a passenger. So I earn two or three thousand Yuan a month with ease. Yes, I never 43 an empty taxi. If it goes southward, I go northward. If it goes along a 44 ,I turn into a narrow street..."His words showed his satisfaction with his life and the pride he 45 in his job. Such feelings are so rare among people nowadays as oxygen in high 46 . As an ancient saying goes, "Neither joy in material gains nor sadness over personal difficulties(不以物喜，不以己悲)."How many people nowadays can show high ideals by simple living and go far with a calm mind? I couldn't help feeling curious when finding such a state of mind in a stranger on a cold 47 .36 A. on condition B. in order C. in belief D. for fear37 A. night B. trip C. cycle D. process38 A. threw out B. gave away C. made up D. led to39 A. detected B. ordered C. fined D. seized40 A. keeping B. tasting C. enjoying D. choosing41 A. freedom B. pleasure C. hobby D. company42 A. behind B. with C. without D. beside43 A. follow B. admire C. envy D. meet44 A. route B. path C. railway D. highway45 A. made B. held C. caught D. took46 A. buildings B. mountains C. standard D. heaven47 A. morning B. moment C. night D. season SECTION C（12 marks）Directions: Complete the following passage by filling in each blank with one word that best fits the context.Education is discovering about ourselves and about the people and things around us. All the people 48 care about us---our parents, brothers, sisters, and friends---are our teachers. 49 fact, we learn something from everyone we meet. We start learning from 50 day we were born, not from the first day we goto school. Every day we have new experiences, 51 finding a bird’s nest, discovering a new street in our neighbo rhood, making friends with someone we didn’t like before. New experiences are even more fun when we share 52 with other people.Encouragement from the people around us enables us to explore things as 53 as possible. 54 we grow up, we begin to find out what we are capable of doing. You may be good at cooking, or singing or playing football. You find this out by doing these things. Only thinking about cooking does 55 tell you whether you are good at it or not.Part III Reading Comprehension （30 marks）Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements．For each of them there are four choices marked A, B,C and D．Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.AWriting & Book CampAugust 9-13,2013 at Vancorver Public LibraryCalling all would-be writers and book lovers! Sharpen your pencils, ready your typing fingers, and fire your imagination at the Library’s Writing & Book Camp! If you are one of them, welcome to join us!Who should come?Vancouver Public Library’s Writing &Book Camp was created for young people to encourage them to become lifelong readers and writers. At the Writing & Book Camp, they write, read, and have conversations with some o f Canada’s best authors. This camp is for young enthusiastic readers and eager writers who love writing, who have questions to ask and who want their work recognized--- people who feel the need to read and write!How the Writing & Book Camp startedWhen the Canadian Book Camp started 13 years ago, it was the first of its kind in Canada. It was founded in 2000 through a partnership with Vancorver PublicLibrary, Simon Fraser University’s Master of Publishing Program, Publishers, and authors with the aim of connecting book-loving kids to Canadian writer mentors(指导者). Since 2001 the camp has been a project of the Vancorver Public Library and in 2013 the name changed to the Writing & Book Camp.How the Writing & Book Camp worksThe Writing & Book Camp is held annually at the Central Library for five days in August. Workshops and activities highlight(突出)the process of book making. Campers are divided into two age groups, 11-13 and 14 plus. Each day’s activities run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00p.m. , with a different Canadian writer featured as the major speaker each afternoon.Anthology and Gala(文选和庆祝活动)At the end of the week, each camper has created work that may be in an anthology published by the Library. Camp closes with a Gala to celebrate the young writers’ achi evements. At the Gala some campers read from their work to an audience of parents, family members and friends, authors and other participants. The Gala is always a highlight and provides well-earned recognition and praise to encourage the campers to continue exploring the written world.56. How long does the Writing & Book Camp last?A. For three daysB. For five daysC. For two daysD. For one month57.The Writing & Book Camp is held for young people who are interestedin .A. literatureB. sportsC. historyD. music58. At the Gala of the camp, campers may .A. receive new works by famous writersB. create an anthology with invited writersC. have the chance to read their own workD. win special awards provided by the Library59. According to the passage, the Writing & Book Camp .A. was founded in the year 2002B. is owned by Simon Fraser UniversityC. got its name in the year 2011D. is held every year in August60. The passage is most probably taken from .A. an advertisementB. a news reportC. a book reviewD. a personal diaryBFor good health, be sure to eat fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly and lie as seldom as possible. A researcher is hoping this advice will someday take hold, based on results of a "science of honesty" study she completed.Half of 110 participants were told to stop telling major or minor ("white") lies for 10 weeks, while the other half (the control group) was given no special instructions about lying.The 110 people ranged from ages 18 to 71 and came from both sexes and all income levels. All came to a laboratory each week to complete health and relationship questionnaires and to take a test showing the number of major and minor lies they had told that week.When those in the no-lie group told three fewer white lies than in other weeks, they complained less of headaches, tenseness, anxiety and other problems than those in the control group. In addition, they reported that their close personal relationships had improved and their social interactions(交往) had gone more smoothly.“The link was that clear," said study author Anita Kelly, a professor of psychology at the University of Notre Dame, Indiana. "Lying less was clearly associated with better health for those people."Previous research indicates that Americans average 11 lies per week, from the little white lies to save face or falsely praise others to major lies about serious matters. Kelly said her study differs from former studies because it didn't focus on how to detect a liar, but on the potential health consequences of telling lies.“People might recognize the more harmful effect lying can have on relationships, but probably don't recognize the extent to which it can cause a lot of stress," said Dr. Bryan Bruno at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.At the end of the study, some participants had created smart ways to avoid lying. Kelly noted that some realized they could simply tell the truth about their daily achievements rather than exaggerate(夸张),while others responded to a troubling question with another question to take the person’s attention away. They also stopped making false excuses for running late or failing to finish tasks.“People usua lly think white lies are acceptable. In fact, white lies are trouble, not just major lies," Kelly said. "As long as you like, you can find effective ways to avoid lying in many cases. It depends on you.”“But the goal doesn’t have to be the absolute absence of lies … the goal would be a reduction in lies,” she added.61. According to the author, doing the following things is good for healthEXCEPT .A. Eating fruits and vegetablesB. Exercising regularlyC. Lying as seldom as possibleD. Watching TV62. The “science of honesty” study by Anita Kelly focused on .A. the effect lifestyles have on health.B. the link between lying and health.C. how to improve relationshipsD. how to discover a liar.63. Which of the following is TRUE about the research?A. All the participants were adults.B. The control group was asked to stop lying.C. The participants had ten physical examinations.D. All the participants were of the same income level.64. The finding of the research is that .A. white lies help to improve relationships.B. few people realize lying harms their health.C. Americans tell 11 lies per week on average.D. Lying less results in better health mentally and physically.65. What is Kelly’s opinion about lying?A. It is easy to stop lying.B. Sometimes it is necessary to tell white lies.C. people should try to lie less.D. Major lies are more harmful than white lies.CWith all the wars, fighting and sadness in the world today, it's not only necessary, but also essential to have a good sense of humor just to help us get through each and every day of our lives. Putting a smile on someone's face when you know they are feeling down in the dumps(处于沮丧中),as the saying goes, makes me feel good and warms my heart.How would you feel if you could not joke around with your wife, husband, child, co-worker, neighbor, close friend, or even just someone that you are standing in line with at your corner store? I am always saying things that make others smile or laugh, even if I don't know the person I'm joking around with. My Grandma always found humor in everything she did, even if it was the hardest job anyone could imagine. This not only relieves stress in any situation, but also is common courtesy(礼貌)to speak to others that are around you.I know of a few people that don’t have a funny bone in their bodies, as they say. Everyone around them could be rolling on the floor after hearing a great joke and they would sit there without the slightest smile on their face. They don't get the joke that makes others laugh. I am busting a gut while they just sit there, looking at me as if I were from outer space. How can people not get a really funny joke?Laughing is essential to keep your stress levels under control. Without humor we would find ourselves with a lot of psychological problems, or on a lot of medications to keep us from going crazy. There is too much sadness in this present world. It drives people crazy. We all need to find a way to bypass the sadness and bring a little light into our lives. So, I believe our best medicine is to get together and tell some jokes and have some fun laughing together.66. According to the author, humor is useful in the aspect that .A. it makes people more confidentB. it can pick up people’s spiritsC. it can help get rid of the cruelty in the worldD. it can help people get on well with others67. From the second paragraph we can guess what kind of person the author’sgrandma is.A. She is funnyB. She is curiousC. She is humorousD. She is serious68. The phrase “busting a gut" in the third paragraph can be replaced by .A. explaining carefullyB. speaking loudC. keeping silentD. laughing hard69. In writing the passage, the author mainly intends to .A. talk about his own understanding of humorB. encourage people to be humorous in daily lifeC. introduce a practical way to get through daily lifeD. convince people of the power of being optimistic about life70. What is the author’s attitude towards the present world?A. PositiveB. CriticalC. SatisfiedD. IndifferentPart IV Writing （45 marks）SECTION A（10 marks）Directions: Read the following passage．Fill in the numbered blanks by using the information from the passage.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.Couch potatoes define people who live in the world of a television, a comfortable couch and a bag of chips or junk food. They sit around in front of the television, sleep and chew junk food, while absorbing anything on TV. They have a boring lifestyle and rarely move out of the couch.Being a couch potato will not only make your body a fat house, but it will also affect your mental health. For example, it can make you suffer from loss of interest, memory loss and low confidence. Namely, being a couch potato is unhealthy. So we should try to get out of it and move on to a healthy lifestyle.An important way to stop being a couch potato is exercising. Even though youmay not find time, some changes in your schedule will help. Hit the gym regularly and find a fit person to inspire you. Make sure you walk a lot whenever possible. Exercise will fill you with enthusiasm for doing just more than being a couch potato.Spending time with the family is another effective way to stop being a couch potato. When back from school, you can help your family with lunch or dinner. Have food together at the dining table and don’t eat all by yourself in front of the TV set. Playing games with the family is also a good idea.In addition, limiting the entertainment is also a practical solution for couch potatoes. Restrict your timing of television to one or two hours every week or even less. Choose the shows you like best and make sure you only watch them. You can also avoid the use of your remote control. Simply get up from the couch every time you want to change the channel.This will also keep you fit and you’ll end up watching less TV.Directions: Read the following passage; Answer the questions according to the information given in the passage.Ninety-five percent of people never succeed because they’re following the wrong group.A French scientist once made an experiment with caterpillars (毛虫) looking for food. He led a group of caterpillars onto the edge of a large flowerpot so that the leader of the group found itself nose to tail with the last caterpillar, forming a circle without end or beginning. Out of habit, the ring of the caterpillars circled the flowerpot for seven days and seven nights until they died of starvation. In fact, plenty of food was close at hand, but it was outside the range of the circle, so the caterpillars continued along the wrong path.People often behave in the same way. For example, if som eone shouts, “Fire!” many people will follow the crowd blindly and many thousands have died because of it. How many stop to ask themselves: Is this really the best way out of here?Most people follow the crowd because it seems easier to follow the mainstream than to deal with change on their own even when that change may represent freedom, achievement and success. A hard thing for them to fully understand is that people in such numbers can be wrong. People thought the earth was flat and later it was believed that the sun, stars and planets travelled around the earth. Both ideas are now considered ridiculous, but at the time they were believed by the majority of followers.It’s a good idea to step out of the line every once in a while and look around to see if the line is going where they want it to go. Success only favors those who think outside the box.81. How long did the caterpillar circle the flowerpot? (within 6 words)( 2 marks).82. Why couldn’t the caterpillar find the food ever when it was close at hand? (within10 words) ( 2 marks).83. How does the author support his ideas? (no more than 5 words) ( 3 marks).84. What is the best title for the text? (within 7 words) ( 3 marks).SECTION C（25 marks）Directions: Write an English composition according to the instructions given below.我们在成长过程中，一定有过印象深刻、难以忘怀或者富有意义的生日，请你以一次生日为主题，按以下要求写一篇120词左右的英语短文：1. 简要描述庆祝生日的时间,地点, 方式和参加对象;2. 描述最让你感动的一个场景;3. 你的感受.英语参考答案听力：1-5 CAABC 6-10 BACBC 11-15 BABCB16. a variety of 17. delicious 18. cheese.19. Italian shop 20. 55单选：21-25 ABDBC 26-30 CBDCB 31-35 CACDD完型填空：36-47 DBACC BCADD BC完型二：48 who/that 49 In 50 the 51 like 52 them 53 much 54 As 55 not阅读理解:56-60 BACDA 61-65 DBADC 66-70 BCDBB阅读填空：71 Definition 72 (Bad) effects/results73 weight gain/ putting on weight /gaining weight 74 Ways75 changing your schedule 76 eating alone/ eating by yourself77 Playing games 78 Limiting the entertainment79 favorite shows 80 without using/ by avoiding using阅读简答：81.for seven days and seven nights82 Because the food was outside the range of the circle83. By giving examples.84. Successful people rarely/seldom follow others./Success favors those who stop and think./Successful people always do things on their own.Writing:Everyone has some unforgettable, impressive and meaningful birthdays. As for me, it is this year, my 18th birthday ，that impresses me most.It was at my home that we celebrated it at night, during which time we enjoyed the party and had so much delicious food. To my joy, my relatives and classmates came to my home, all wearing a big smile on their faces. The most exciting and touching moment was when Mother put the big birthday cake on the table and all my friends began to sing Happy Birthday. Seeing the 18 candles burning, I couldn’t keep back my tears. After making a wish, I blew out all the candles. Lost in great excitement, we even forgot the time so that not until midnight did they leave the house.I am eighteen years old now, which means I’ve become an adult and have more responsibilities to bear. I’ll do my best in every way to return my parents’ love and live up to their expectations.听力原文：SECTION AConversation 1M: What are you going to do on Saturday evening?W: I’m going to hear John Denver.M: Who’s he?W: Haven’t you heard of him? He’s a very famous singer. He’s singing at the New Theater on Saturday.M: What kind of music does he sing?W: American country music. He writes most of his songs himself.M: Is he good?W: Of course he is. He’s very successful. He’s made lots of records. They broadcast a program of his music last month on the radio. Why don’t you come on Saturd ay? I think you’d enjoy it.M: That’s a good idea.W: You’d better hurry and buy a ticket then. It’ll be very popular.Conversation 2W: How was your first day at your new job, Jack?M: I was three minutes late and the manager got very angry. He shouted at me!W: He must be very strict.M: Yes, he certainly is. I had to work hard all day. I just sat at my desk and worked and worked ...W: What about lunch?M: I have only thirty minutes for lunch. I really wish I could have a few minutes to have a break during the day.W: Did you have to work late?M: No. All the employees left the office at 5 pm.W: That’s good. What do the other employees think of your manager?M: They say he’s strict with them. But if you work hard and do your work well, he’s very easy to get along with. He often invites them home to have dinner with his family.Conversation 3M: I’ve been noticing recently quite a lot of black smoke coming out of the chimneys of that factory near our school. It really pollutes the air here.W: Yes, it does. But I heard recently that the owners of the factory have promised to take measures to reduce their factory’s emissions.M: I sure hope they will keep their promise.W: I think they will. According to the factory owners, a special machine is supposed to be installed by the end of this year. It will clean the fine dust out of the smoke before it pours into the air.M: That’s good. Dust is really harmful to our lungs. I know that because my family lives near a steelworks with a chimney that constantly pours out black smoke.W: Oh, you live near the steelworks? Is it true that we shouldn’t eat the fish from the lake near the steelworks?M: Yes, that’s true — waste from the steelworks has polluted the lake.W: Why don’t the owners do anything to clean up the po llution?M: They always promise, but never act. A bit of action, that’s what we need.W: You’re right.Conversation 4W: Well, here we are. I’ll just open the door. Ah, here we go. Come on in, Mr. Smith.Isn’t it nice?M: Hmm. Where is the view? The advertisement says this place has a great view of the ocean.W: Oh, well, you ... now look ... if you stand right here and look between those two buildings over here ...M: Where? Oh, I can hardly see it at all!W: Oh, come on, I mean, think of all the good points.M: Like what?W: The pubic transportation right at the front door. It’s really convenient.M: But I don’t need public transportation. I have a car.W: Maybe you don’t need the car.M: I like the car.W: There is a shopping center just opposite the road.M: Yes, that’s a good point.W: And the swimming pool, and gym downstairs.M: I don’t have time for sports ... Now can we take a look at the place? I don’t have much time today.W: Sure. Here’s the main bedroom. Isn’t it lovely?M: But is it quiet?W: Oh, it’s very quiet. And here is the second bedroom.M: Hmm. It’s very small.W: Well, second bedrooms are never as big as the master suite ...M: But this is really too small. Well, I’ll have to think about it.Conversation 5W: I have started learning to play the guitar.M: Have you?W: Yeah. You know, I’ve always been interested in guitar. I’ve never had the time, and now I have finally retired. I have time to do things I am interested in, for example, playing the guitar and doing some sports.M: So you’ve bought a guitar?。

2015年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语（湖南卷）PartⅠListening Comprehension (30 marks)Section A （22.5 marks）Directions: In this section, you will hear six conversations between two speakers. For each conversation, there are several questions and each question is followed by three choices marked A, B and C．Listen carefully and then choose the best answer for each question. You will hear each conversation TWICE.Conversation 11．When does the woman usually get home from work?A．About 6:30．B．About 7:30．C．About 8:30．2．What did the woman do last night?A．She watched TV.B．She recorded a program.C．She prepared for a lecture.Conversation 23．How often does the man exercise at the gym?A．Every day. B．Every two days. C．Once a week. 4．Where will the two speakers meet before doing exercise this Friday?A．At the park. B．At the cafe. C．At the cinema.Conversation 35．What is Mr. Chester doing?A．Telephoning someone.B．Speaking to the woman.C．Leaving the man a message.6．What is the man's last name?A．Oliver. B．Horst. C．Robert.Conversation 47．Why will the woman be late?A．She didn't catch the train.B．She didn't finish her paper.C．She didn't wake up in time.8．Where is the man?A．At the station. B．At home. C．At the office. 9．What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?A．Teacher and student.B．Parent and child.C．Husband and wife.Conversation 510．For whom does the woman buy the T-shirt?A．Herself. B．Her husband. C．Her friend. 11．How much does the T-shirt normally cost?A．$54．B．$60．C．$70．12．Why does the salesman agree to sell the T-shirt at $48?A．It is cheaper online. B．He is in a hurry. C．A button is lost.Conversation 613．When did the woman arrive?A．Friday. B．Saturday. C．Sunday.14．What major did the man choose in the end?A．English. B．Biology. C . History. 15．What suggestion does the man give on reading the books?A．Making notes.B．Skimming first.C．Reading word by word.Section B（7.5 marks）Directions: In this section, you will hear a short passage. Listen carefully and then fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Fill in each blank with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.You will hear the short passage TWICEPart ⅡLanguage Knowledge (45 marks)Section A (15 marks)Directions:For each of the following unfinished sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D．Choose the one that best completes the sentence.21．It was when we were returning home ________ I realized what a good feeling it was to have helped someone in trouble.A．which B．that C．where D．how22．As you go through this book, you ________ that each of the millions of people who lived through World War II had a different experience.A．will find B．foundC．had found D．have found23．Only after talking to two students ________ that having strong motivation is one of the biggest factors in reaching goals.A．I did discover B．did I discoverC．I discovered D．discovered24．Video games can be a poor influence if ________ in the wrong hands.A．to leave B．leaving C．leave D．left 25．I wasn't able to hide my eagerness when I ________, "What do you wish me to do now?"A．ask B．have asked C．am asking D．asked 26．You have to know ________ you're going if you are to plan the best way of getting there.A．what B．that C．where D．who 27．It is important to remember that success ________ a sum of small efforts made each day and often ________ years of achieve.A．is; takes B．are; takes C．are; take D．is; take 28．He must have sensed that I ________ him. He suddenly glanced at me and said quietly, "Why are you staring at me like that?"A．would look at B．looked atC．was looking at D．am looking at29．It is a truly delightful place, ________ looks the same as it must have done 100 years ago with its winding streets and pretty cottages..A．as B．where C．that D．which 30．________ what you’re doing today important, because you’re trading a day of your life for itA．Make B．To make C．Making D．Made31．1 am looking forward to the day ________ my daughter can read this book and know my feelings for her.A．as B．why C．when D．where 32．All we need ________ a small piece of land where we can plant various kinds of fruit trees throughout the growing seasons of the year.A．are B．was C．is D．were 33．I t’s not doing the things we like, but liking the things we have to do ________ makes life happy.A．that B．which C．what D．who 34．Whenever you ________ a present, you should think about it from the receiver’s point of view.A．bought B．have bought C．will buy D．buy 35．________ ourselves from the physical and mental tensions, we each need deep thought and inner quietness.A．Having freed B．Freed C．To free D．Freeing Section B (18 marks)Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D．Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.It was a rainy morning and the children, mainly boys with various learning difficulties, refused to settle for the start of the lesson. As an inexperienced teacher, I tried every means to get them to be 36 , but in vain. my panic was rising and I could feel my heart beating wildly. This was the 37 of my job as a music teacher, I thought -- teaching was not for me. Then I had an idea. Hoping that no one would notice that I was 38 inside, I threw my voice as far as it would reach: "Put your heads on the desks and close your 39 ! We are going on a journey."40 , the children fell silent. "Now what should I do?" I thought to myself. Reaching over to my collection of CDs, I blindly 41 , put it in the machine and played it.Obediently (顺从地), my class lay their heads on their desk, closed their eyes and 42 . When the music started, the room as filled with the most beautiful tones and musical colors I could have ever imagined. All the children were 43 . When the music finished, I asked them all to raise their 44 slowly so that we could share our musical journey.At this point, when all the children were willing to share their experiences, I began to learn how to 45 . The music allow me to learn that teaching is about sharing and respect, tears and smiles, the knowing and the 46 and most of all, an understanding of each other. This was the power that 47 in the classroom could have.36．A．glad B．safe C．kind D．quiet 37．A．end B．aim C．rule D．plan 38．A．guessing B．shaking C．responding D．laughing 39．A．eyes B．mouths C．books D．doors 40．A．Punctually B．Importantly C．Amazingly D．Obviously 41．A．passed one on B．gave one back C．turned one in D．took one out 42．A．slept B．nodded C．waited D．continued 43．A．talking B．singing C．dancing D．listening 44．A．legs B．heads C．arms D．shoulders 45．A．teach B．imagine C．play D．understand 46．A．unprepared B．unspoken C．unknown D．unforgotten 47．A．games B．music C．tears D．knowledge Section C (12 marks)Directions:Complete the following passage by filling in each blank with one word that best fits the context.Research has become both simpler and more complex. It's simpler because, 48 you have computer, you can find information you need by searching the Internet. For all you information, you don't have to go to 49 library to find the relevant resource and take notes on it. Instead, you can find some sources from the Internet 50 printthe copies needed. Remember, however, that you should usually consult different types of sources. That is, you 51 always rely just on the Internet for you research.While finding information is easier than ever, at the same time, researching has become 52 complex. There is a lot more material available, which means you may be overwhelmed 53 the amount of information. You need to learn 54 to sort through and find the relevant information for your particular project. Also, 55 need to check the accuracy of it.Part ⅢReading Comprehension (30 marks)Directions:Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished .statements For each of them there are four chokes marked A．B．C and D．Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.A56．Michael Horan wrote the letter mainly to show that _______.A．drivers should be polite to cyclistsB．road accidents can actually be avoidedC．some pedestrians are a threat to road safetyD．walking while using phones hurts one's eyes 57．Carol Harvey suggests that cyclists should _______.A．be provided with enough roadsB．be asked to ride on their own lanesC．be made to pay less tax for cyclingD．be fined for laughing at policemen58．What is a complaint of JML?A．Very few drivers are insured.B．Cyclists ride fast on pavements.C．Pedestrians go through red traffic lights.D．Horse riders disrespect other road users.59．The underlined word "they" in the third letter refers to ______.A．accidents B．vehicles C．pedestrians D．cyclists 60．The three letters present viewpoints on _______.A．real source of road dangerB．ways to improve road facilitiesC．measures to punish road offencesD．increased awareness of road rulesBIn its early history, Chicago had floods frequently, especially in the spring, making the streets so muddy that people, horses, and carts got stuck. An old joke that was popular at the time went something like this: A man is stuck up to his waist in a muddy Chicago street. Asked if he needs help, he replies, "No, thanks. I've got a good horse under me."The city planner decided to build an underground drainage (排水) system, but there simply wasn't enough difference between the height of the ground level and the water level. The only two options were to lower the Chicago River or raise the city.An engineer named Ellis Chesbrough convinced me the city that it had no choice but to build the pipes above ground and then cover them with dirt. This raised the level of the city's streets by as much as 12 feet.This of course created a new problem: dirt practically buried the first floors of every building in Chicago. Building owners were faced with a choice: either change the first floors of their buildings into basements, and the second stories into main floors, or hoist the entire buildings to meet the new street level. Small wood-frame buildings could be lifted fairly easily. But what about large, heavy structures like Tremont Hotel, which was a six-story brick building?That's where George Pullman came in. He had developed some house-movingskills successfully. To lift a big structure like the Tremont Hotel, Pullman would place thousands of jackscrews (螺旋千斤顶) beneath the building's foundation. One man was assigned to operate each section of roughly 10 jackscrews. At Pullman's signal each man turned his jackscrew the same amount at the same time, thereby raising the building slowly and evenly. Astonishingly, the Tremont Hotel stay open during the entire operation, and many of its guests didn't even notice anything was happening. Some people like to say that every problem has a solution. But in Chicago's early history, every engineering solution seemed to create a new problem. Now that Chicago's waste water was draining efficiently into the Chicago River, the city's next step was to clean the polluted river.61．The author mentions the joke to show ______.A．horses were fairly useful in ChicagoB．Chicago's streets were extremely muddyC．Chicago was very dangerous in the springD．the Chicago people were particularly humorous62．The city planners were convinced by Ellis Chesbrough to_______.A．get rid of the street dirtB．lower the Chicago RiverC．fight against heavy floodsD．build the pipes above ground63．The underlined word "hoist" in Paragraph 4 means "_______".A．change B．lift C．repair D．decorate64．What can we conclude about the moving operation of the Tremont Hotel?A．It went on smoothly as intended.B．It interrupted the business of the hotel.C．It involved Pullman turning ten jackscrews.D．It separated the building from its foundation.65．The passage is mainly about the early Chicago's ______.A．popular life styles and their influencesB．environmental disasters and their causesC．engineering problems and their solutionsD．successful businessmen and their achievementsCHave your parents ever inspected your room to see if you cleaned it properly? Imagine having your entire houses, garage, and yard inspected at any time—with no warning. Inspections were a regular part of lighthouse (灯塔) living, and a keeper's reputation depended on results. A few times each year, an inspector arrived to look over the entire light station. The inspections were supposed to be a surprise, but keeper sometimes had advance notice.Once lighthouses had telephones, keepers would call each other to warn that the inspector was approaching. After boats began flying special flags noting the inspector aboard, the keeper's family made it a game to see who could notice the boat first. As soon as someone spotted the boat, everyone would do last-minute tidying and change into fancy clothes. The keeper then scurried to put on his dress uniform and cap. Children of keepers remember inspectors wearing white gloves to run their fingers over door frames and windowsills looking for dust.Despite the serious nature of inspections, they resulted in some funny moments. Betty Byrnes remembered when her mother did not have time to wash all the dishes before an inspection. At the time, people did not have dishwashers in their homes. In an effort to clean up quickly, Mrs. Byrnes tossed all the dishes into a big bread pan, covered them with a cloth and stuck them in the oven. If the inspector opened the oven door, it would look like bread was baking. he never did.One day, Glenn Furst's mother put oil on the kitchen floor just before the inspector entered their house. Like floor wax, the oil made the floors shiny and helped protect the wood. This time, though, she used a little too much oil. When the inspector extended his hand to greet Glenn's mother, he slipped on the freshly oiled surface. "He came across that floor waving his arms like a young bird attempting its first flight," Glenn late wrote. After he steadied himself, he shook Glenn's mother's hand, and the inspection continued as though nothing had happened.66．What does Paragraph I tell us about the inspection at the light station?A．It was carried out once a year.B．It was often announced in advance.C．It was important for the keeper's fame.D．It was focused on the garage and yard.67．The family began making preparations immediately after ______.A．one of the members saw the boatB．a warning call reached the lighthouseC．the keeper put on the dress uniform and capD．the inspector flew special flags in the distance68．Mrs. Byrnes put the dishes in the oven because this would ______.A．result in some funB．speed up washing themC．make her home look tidyD．be a demand from the inspector69．If the inspector had opened the oven door, he would have seen _______.A．an empty panB．many clean dishesC．pieces of baked breadD．a cloth covering something70．The inspector waved his arms ______.A．to try his best to keep steadyB．to show his satisfaction with the floorC．to extend a warm greeting to Glenn's motherD．to express his intention to continue the inspectionPart IV Writing (45 marks)Section A (10 marks)Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in the numbered blanks by using the information from the passage.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.Not all print dictionaries are the same, as you will notice when you select one. To make a wise selection, you should know how to distinguish among three kinds of print dictionaries: pocket, desk, and unabridged. You should also know the copyright date of your dictionary, and check is special features.A pocket dictionary is small. Generally, it contains no more than 75000 entries, making it hardly to carry to class and efficient to use. However, a pocket dictionary doesn't contain enough entries to be adequate for college reference homework. In addition, the information about each word in a pocket dictionary is generally limited. A desk dictionary is medium sized, generally containing over 100,000 entries as well as extra features. For college work, you should own a current desk dictionary. An unabridged dictionary is a complete dictionary. Abridged dictionaries, such as pocket and desk dictionaries, are shortened. Because unabridged dictionaries contain nearly all English words, they are large and heavy. They are often used by schools and libraries.If the copyright date of your current dictionary shows that it was published five or more years ago, consider investing in a more recent edition. English is a dynamic language that admits new words and recognizes changes in meaning, spelling, and usage of familiar words. This is reflected in an up-to-date dictionary.In selecting a dictionary, check the features it offers besides vocabulary definitions. Many editions contain signs, symbols and foreign words. Some also contain CD-ROMs and access to special online features.Section B (10 mark.)Directions: Read the following passage. Answer the questions according to the information given in the passage.Walk Out of the Comfort Zone and Try New Things For most high school students, free periods are useless. From what I have seen, few do homework, instead many are on their phones and talking, making it impossible for those who actually want to do work to complete any. As a senior next year, I think extra periods should be used to take optional subjects.Our school offers many classes. Now is the time to experiment in different fields ofstudy. We will never know if we are interested or talented in a subject if we don't try it.In my 8th grade, I was told that I had to take an art class as a graduation requirement; so in the 9th grade I took Studio and Art. One of the projects was to build a clay pot, but I built mine incorrectly, so it broke in the kiln (窑). I found out that I have no artistic ability at all, and now I know for sure that I do not want to be an artist. However, the class was one of my favorites that year. I was able to try new activities and test my ability.Walk out of our comfort zone and try new things! College is when we should focus on a specific major, but high school is when we have to figure it out.Half of all college students change their major at some point. By doing that hundreds of dollars are wasted on classes that they would have never needed to take. So use our extra periods to find out what we want to do in college. The classes we choose can impact us in future. Taking optional subjects will enrich our mind. It will also show colleges we are diverse students.81．How should we use our extra periods in the author's opinion?(No more than 9 words) (2 marks) ______________________________________________________________________ 82．Why does the author think we should experiment in different fields of study?(No more than 17 words) (2 marks) ______________________________________________________________________ 83．Why did the clay pot show the author's lack of artistic ability?(No more than 10 words) (3 marks) ______________________________________________________________________ 84．According to the author, how will taking optional subjects impact up in the future?(No more than 13 words) (3 marks) ______________________________________________________________________ Section C (25 marks)Directions:Write an English composition according to the instructions given below.请以老师当众表扬你为话题, 用下面所给的句子开头, 续写一篇英语短文。

湖南省浏阳一中、攸县一中、醴陵一中2014-2015学年高一上学期12月联考试题英语Part Ⅰ Listening comprehension (30 marks)Section A (22.5 marks)Directions In this section, you will hear 6 conversations between 2 speakers. For each conversation, there are several questions and each question is followed by 3 choices. Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions by marking the corresponding letter (A, B or C) on the question booklet.You will hear each conversation TWICE.Conversation 11.What’s the man’s appointme nt(预约) for?A. An interviewB. An operationC. A medical examination2. What’s the time for the appointment?A. 300 p.m.B. 315 p.m.C. 330p.m.Conversation 23.What’s the woman’s present job?A. A secretaryB. A computer programmer.C. A game designer.4. Why does she want to change her job?A. To make more money.B. To have more challenges.C. To get a promotion.Conversation 35.Why didn’t the woman do well in her final exam?A. Because she didn’t work hard.B. Because she was too careless.C. Because she was late for it.6. How many courses did she take last year?A. 4B. 5C. 8Conversation 47. What’s wrong with the woman’s bag?A. It was stolen.B. It was lost.C. It was deposited（存放）overtime.8. What do we know about the bag?A. it’s small.B. It has a zip on the front.C. It has a pocket in the back.9. What’s in the bag?A. A toy.B. A pet.C. Some books.Conversation 510. What is the most possible relationship between the two speakers ?A. Professor and student.B. Boss and clerk（职员）.C. Colleagues.（同事）11. What report did the woman write?A. A news report.B. An academic report.C. An annual report .12. What is she possibly worrying about?A. The man is still angry with her.B. Her report will not pass through.C. Nobody helps with her work.Conversation 613. Why does the man want to leave early this Friday?A. To avoid the traffic jam.B. To pick up his friends.C. To catch the early bus.14. Who will have a presentation（讲座）on Monday?A. The woman.B. The man.C. A reporter.15. What does the woman ask the man to do?A. Make a cup of coffee.B. Do a survey.C. Write a report.SECTION B (1.5 x 5 = 7.5)Directions In this section, you’11 hear a short pas sage. Listen carefully and then fill in the numbered blanks with the information you’ve got. Fill in each blank withPart II Language Knowledge (45 marks)Section A (15 marks)Directions Beneath each of the following sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence.21. It’s a fine day. Let’s go fishing, ________?A. won’t youB. will youC. do n’t weD. shall we22. Crusoe’s dog became ill and died, ______made him very lonely.A. thisB. thatC. whichD. as23. Bob, along with several of his friends, ______to the art show, but sadly, theydidn’t sell any of their painting s.A. has invitedB. had invitedC. was invitedD. were invited24. –Why didn’t you buy that hat at last?-- ______ I liked the color of it , I did not like its shape.A. IfB. BecauseC. WhileD. Since25.--Jack , you ____computer games the whole morning. You’d better have a goodrest now.--Thank you, mum. I will.A. are playingB. were playingC. have playedD. have been playing26. –May I park here?-- No, you _____. It is an emergency exist.A. won’tB. needn’tC. couldn’tD. mustn’t27. Some teenagers like eating in fast food restaurant ______ you can see everywherein our city.A. whereB. whichC. whatD. when28. –What did our teacher say at yesterday’ meeting?--So you _______ to him carefully then.A. won’t listenB. weren’t listeningC. hadn’t listenedD. haven’t listened29. I heard my sister ________ an English song when I passed by her room last night.A. was singingB. singingC. to singD. sing30. If ___________, I will go to her birthday party.A. invited meB. invitingC. invitedD. be invited31. There is hard evidence ________ the accident was caused by his carelessdriving.A. whichB. whatC. whyD. that32.-- Jane, are you and your sister on a diet now?--- Yes, I want to lose some weight , and ______.A. neither she doesB. neither does sheC. so does sheD. so she does33. –Go and ask Mr. White for help.--- But I do n’t know _____________.A. where does he liveB. where he livesC. where is he livingD. he lives there34. Tom had no choice but to ________ an excuse to explain his being late.A. make upB. show upC. look upD. turn up35. Mr. Wang has made up his mind to devote all he could ______his oral Englishbefore going abroad.A. to improveB. improveC. to improvingD. improvingSection B （18 marks）Directions For each blank in the following passage there are 4 words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with a word or phrase that best fits the context.Once I came to the city near my hometown to find a job. I met all kinds of 36 and so I used up all my money soon.One day, I 37 a bus quietly at dusk when most people got off work. Suddenly, a 38 cried loudly, “ Someone has 39 my money!” I felt40 , because his money was in my hand. Some people suggested the bus be driven to the police station, but some were against it because they were in a hurry to go back home. The whole bus was very 41 . The driver then 42 the bus by the road and turned on the lights to search for the money. At that time, one passenger said, “Turn off the lights and give the thief a chance to take out the money.” Then the bus got 43 . When I was still struggling in mind whether to take out the money or not, the lights were on again. There was no 44 on the floor. Someone said again, “ Give him one more chance.” Then the lights were off again. My heart kept beating fast. The lights were on again but they got the same 45 . The passengers were in heated discussion again. At that time, someone said again, “ Give him the last chance !” Suddenly I felt awakened and took out all the money when the lights were off again.For many years I have felt grateful to the one who gave me three chances to 46 my mistake. When the first and second opportunities come, you may not be prepared well or don’t have enough 47 to act. When the third opportunity comes you should know clearly what you should do.36. A. danger B. strangers C. chances D. difficulties37. A. got on B. waited for C. ran for D. passed by38. A. thief B. passenger C. driver D. policeman39. A. borrowed B. received C. sent D. stolen40 A. sad B. calm C. nervous D. disappointed41. A. noisy B. dirty C. bright D. empty42. A. lost B. stopped C. missed D. found43. A. cold B. dark C. clean D. crowded44. A. money B. water C. paper D. space45. A. idea B. way C. result D. choice46. A. make B. try C. repeat D. correct47. A. strength B. skill C. courage D. experienceSection C (12 marks) Directions Complete the following passage by filling in each blank with one word that best fits the context.Some people think 48 it is better to see the film than to read the book in original (原著). The reason 49 they hold the opinion is that it takes less time to understand the whole story. Besides, the film is usually more interesting and50 is easier to follow51 , other people think differently. Their opinion is that they can get more detailed (详细的) information from the original book. At 52 same time, the language in the book is more lovely and beautiful.In my opinion, I agree 53 the second opinion. I have more reasons for it. I think I can study at home, reading quietly 54 myself. Moreover, I can understand the author’s idea better.In a word, to read the original work is better 55 to see the film based on it. Part III Reading Comprehension (30 marks)Directions Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.AIn most parts of the world, many students help their schools make less pollution. They join “environment clubs”. In an environment club, people work together to make our environment clean.Here are some things students often do.No-garbage (垃圾) lunches. How much do you throw away after lunch? Environment clubs ask students to bring their lunches in bags that can be used again. Every week they will choose the classes that make the least garbage and report them to the whole school.No-car day. On a no-car day, nobody comes to school in a car. Not the students and not the teachers! Cars give pollution to our air, so remember work jump, bike and run. Use your legs! It’s lots of fun..Turn off the water! Did you know that some toilets can waste twenty to forty cubic(立方)meters of water an hour? In a year, that would fill a small river! In environment clubs, students mend those broken toilets. We love our environment. Let’s work together to make it clean.56. Environment clubs ask students __________.A. to run to school every dayB. to take exercise every dayC. not to forget to take carsD. to use lunch bags57.From the passage we know the students usually have lunch_________. .A. at schoolB. in shopsC. in chubsD. at home58. After students mend toilets, they save ___________.A. a small riverB. a clubC. water in cubic metersD. a toilet59. The writer wrote the passage to ask the students to ____________. .A. clean schoolB. make less pollutionC. join clubsD. help teachers60. Which of the following statements is true?A. On No-car day, only the teachers can go to school in their cars.B. In the clubs, students usually work together to make the earth less polluted.C. The water in the toilet can fill a river.D. Students can take their lunch in paper, so they can throw it after lunch.BWill it matter if you don't take your breakfast? Recently a test was given in the United States. Those tested included people of different ages, from 12 to 83. During the experiment, these people were given all kinds of breakfasts, and sometimes they got no breakfast at all. Special tests were set up to see how well their bodies worked when they had eaten a certain kind of breakfast. The results show that if a person eats a proper breakfast, he or she will work with better effect than if he or she has no breakfast. This fact appears to be especially true if a person works with his brains. If a student eats fruit, eggs, bread and milk before going to school, he will learn morequickly and listen with more attention to class.Opposite to what many people believe, if you don't eat breakfast, you will not lose weight. This is because people become so hungry at noon that they eat too much for lunch, and end up gaining weight instead of losing. You will probably lose more weight if you reduce your other meals.61. During the test, those who were tested were given ________.A. no breakfast at allB. very rich breakfastC. little food for breakfastD. different breakfast or none62. The results of the test show that ________.A. breakfast has great effect on work and studiesB. breakfast has little to do with a person’ s workC. a person will work better if he has a simple breakfastD. those working with brains should have much for breakfast63. The passage mentions that many people believe that if you don't eat breakfast, you will _________.A. lose weightB. not lose weightC. be healthierD. gain a lot of weight64. Which of the following is Not true according to the passage?A. Poor breakfasts affect those who work with brains.B. Morning diet may cause one to get fatter.C. Reducing lunch and supper is of less value in weight losing.D. Eating less in lunch and supper may help to lose weight.65. According to the passage, if a student does not eat breakfast, ___________.A. he will fall illB. he will fail to listen to his teacherC. he will not make progress in his studyD. his mind will work more slowlyCI was a medical student. To gather data for my paper, I started visiting patients at Dr Sardjito Hospital, where I would review the medical records of patients and then interview them.One evening, I was in a ward(病房), desperately “hunting” for the final three patients I needed to complete my study. Holding a patient questionnaire, I walked towards a room. A patient called Ms A was lying in bed, clearly still weak. There were no relatives or friends with her. Even the bed beside her was empty. I sat down on a chair next to her bed, and in a low voice I introduced myself and asked if I could gather some additional information from her. She agreed. After I finished, I prepared to leave. Before I could stand up, Ms A said, “ I haven’t seen you here befo re, doctor. Are you new?” “Not really, Madam. It’s just that I don’t come here every day,” I replied. Ms A started talking about herself. She shared her difficulties and sufferings, talked about her husband, who was killed in a car accident, and that she struggled to earn money. All I did was nod my head as a way of showing my sympathy.Without realizing it, I had begun holding Ms A’s hand. Finally, Ms A stopped talking. “I’m very sorry for keeping you here to listen to my problem, but I feelrelieved now. I had no one to pour out my problems to.” Tears fell from the corner of her eyes. Finally, I knew what to say. “It’s OK, Madam. It’s part of my duty.” I stood up and waved goodbye. A few days later, when I returned to the ward, I discovered Ms A had left the hospital as her condition had improved.Ms A taught me the most important lessons a doctor can learn. Sometimes patients do not need expensive medicine. They just need someone with the patience and willingness to lend an ear and spare a little of their time.66. Why did the author interview the patients at Dr Sardjito Hospital?A. Because it was the duty as a medical student.B. Because she needed medical information for her paper.C. Because she was going to get a good position there soon.D. Because she wanted to learn about the suffering of patients.67. From Paragraph 2 we can infer that Ms A was feeling________.A. relaxedB. annoyedC. nervousD. lonely68. What do we know about Ms A from the passage?A. She had lost her husband and kidsB. She got hurt in a traffic accidentC. she was living in a hard conditionD. she didn’t get on well with others69. Ms A tended to think that _________.A. the author was kind and patient enough to share her sufferingsB. other doctors treated her in a cold wayC. she shouldn’t talk about her difficulties to doctorsD. doctors ought to learn how to cure her psychological (精神上的)problems70. What conclusion did the author draw after interviewing Ms A?A. A doctor must learn how to treat each patient equally.B. Her psychological treatment made Ms A recover quickly.C. Listening is sometimes the best thing a doctor can do for a patient.D. It is the doctors’ duty to receive whatever patients say.Part 1V Writing (45 marks)Section A(10 marks) Directions Read the following passage. Fill in the numbered blanks by using the information from the passage.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.Are you afraid of math? You are not alone. A dislike of math can begin as early as first grade, and be with you for life. In fact, it becomes common as children start school.If you suffer(受苦) from math anxiety, it is not because you have no ability to study well, but because, at some point, someone or something destroyed your confidence. If you think you are bad at math, you’ll be bad at it. So you should work hard to regain （恢复）your confidence.Luckily, the fear of math can be overcome（克服）. You can learn math in different ways. For example, search the library for books or study on the Internet to master thefundamentals(基本原理) of math. Do some exercises to build up your confidence. It is also very important to understand how to use formulas（公式）to solve the problems.Though you may feel it difficult to study math well, yet don’t give up so easily. You can begin by preparing for math classes in advance. Ask questions during class. Take notes carefully and read them again after class. Do all the required homework in time. If you still need help, turn to your teachers or classmates who study math very well.In short, to study math well, you have to try hard, start early, and never give up.Section B (10 points)Directions Read the following passage. Answer the questions according to the information given in the passage and required words limit. Write your answers on your answer sheet.In 2005, a local tourist reported seeing a strange object in the Tianchi Lake. 52-year-old Zheng Changchun, his daughter and his son-in-law were enjoying the scenery in the western side of Changbai Mountain. Suddenly, in the middle of the lake, zheng saw a strange, black object showing up from the water and disturbing(搅乱) the calm surface of the lake.“I was so excited and shouted loudly that there was a monster in the lake,”said Zheng.Immediately Zheng took his camcorder（摄像录像机）and managed to record the whole process on film, but it quickly disappeared under the water.Zheng said that when they climbed to the top of the mountain above the Tianchi Lake at about 10 am, it was covered with thick fog which suddenly gave way to bright sunshine. The glassy surface of the lake was perfect for taking photos.In the one-minute film shot by Zheng, a black object could be seen appearing from the water in the same place three times. It stayed on the water for just a few seconds, before it finally disappeared.“ We were more than 1,000 meters away so it was difficult to see it clea rly, but I would say what we saw above water was the size of the head of an adult ox. And I did notice that every time it appeared form the water, there were ripples （涟漪）on the surface of the lake.”81. Where did the strange object appear? (No more than 9 words)82. How did Zheng Changchun feel at the sight of the strange object?(no more than 3 words)83. What could people see in the one-minute film shot by Zheng Changchun?(no more than 14 words)84. According to the passage, what was the object like?(no more than 7 words) Section C (25 marks)Directions Write an English composition according to the instructions given below. 下图是你对你们班上周中午休息时间内学生活动的调查结果。

湖南省浏阳、醴陵、攸县三校2015届高三英语联考试题本试题卷分四个局部，共10页。

时量120分钟。

总分为150分。

Part I Listening Comprehension (30 marks)Section A (22.5 marks)Directions: In this section，you will hear six conversations between two speakers. For each conversation, there are several questions and each question is followed by three choices marked A, B and C. Listen carefully and then choose the best answer for each question.You will hear each conversation TWICE.Conversation 11. What will the speakers have to do this evening?A. Attend a party.B. Watch TV.C. Go to the cinema.2. When does the man hope the movie starts?A. At 5:30.B. At 7:30C. At 8:00Conversation 23. When did the man book a room last?A. The week before last.B. Last week.C. This week.4. Which floor will the man stay?A. On the 7th floor.B. On the 8th floor.C. On the 87th floor. Conversation 35. How long does the man want to work per week?A. Only 10 hours.B. 10 to 20 hours.C. Over 20 hours.6. What can we learn about the man?A. He wants a job to get some experience.B. He is a student.C. He doesn’t want to work on weekends.Conversation 47. Why does the man keep empty cans?A. He wants to use them again.B. His mother collects them as a hobby.C. He wants to sell them to the dustman.8. Where are the speakers?A. In America.B. In China.C. In Britain.9. Who is the woman?A. The man’s friend.B. The man’s mother.C. The man’s sister. Conversation 510. Which of the following is true about the man?A. He gets up early.B. He has to go to work.C. He usually goes shopping in the mornings.11. How does the man go to the supermarket?A. On foot.B. By car.C. By bus.12. What will the man do in summer evenings if he has time?A. Play sports.B. Watch TV.C. Join in cultural events. Conversation 613. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Husband and wife.B. New neighbors.C. Old friends.14. What can we learn from the conversation?A. There are safety guards on duty 24 hours a day in the neighborhood.B. There is no big supermarket near the neighborhood.C. A house was broken into twice in the neighborhood.15. What does the woman hope the man can do the day after tomorrow?A. Give her a gift.B. Go shopping with her.C. Attend a party in the community.Section B (7.5 marks)Directions: In this section, you will hear a short passage. Listen carefully and then Jill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Fill in each blank with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.You will hear the short passage TWICE.Part II Language Knowledge (45 marks)Section A (15 marks)Directions: For each of the following unfinished sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence.21. When _____ with prices of goods, the quality of the goods has to be taken intoconsideration.A. comparedB. comparingC. to compareD. being compared22. We were delayed at the airport. Otherwise, we_______ here by lunch time.A. must beB. must have beenC. would beD. would have been23 ____once a year by fire officials, whether a school is large of small, is aregulation that must be carried out in this country.A. InspectedB. Being inspectedC. InspectingD. Having been inspected24 _____he misunderstood my position on the problem was obvious from his comments.A. WhichB. WhereC. ThatD. What25. ______we cannot close the gulf between us, we can try to bridge it so that wemay be able to talk across it. A. Unless B. As C. While D. If26 Last night, Bob made a call to me, ______sorry for his absence from my weddingceremony. A say B. saying C. said D. to have said27 _______for the villagers that he gave away all his money and belongings.A .So the traveler was grateful B. So grateful the traveler wasC .So grateful was the travelerD .Grateful was the traveler so28. It was MaYun’s persistence and innovation ______contributes to the success inhis career. A. which B. what C. who D. that29.The company invested 80 percent of the money in training the staff, the rest ofwhich ____saved for other purposes.A. isB. areC. wasD. were30. Mary _______as a secretary in this company for twenty years and now she staysat home taking care of her own garden.A. has servedB. had servedC. is servingD. served31. He is really nervous. He ______back and forth all the night waiting for the results.A. has been walkingB. had walkedC. walkedD. is walking32. The fans _____the names of the band members when they appeared at the airport.A. had screamed outB. were screaming outC. would scream outD. have screamed out33. In some places, red indicates sadness, as in South Africa, _______ it is thecolor people wear when they mourn.A. whichB. whereC. whenD. what34. There is no doubt that _____ a goal, one needs not only knowledge but also goodpersonalities. A. realized B. realizing C. to realize D. being realized35. ---Please don’t make any noise. ---_________. I’ll be as quiet as a mouse.A. Yes, I won’tB. No, Iwon’tC. No, I willD. Yes, I will.Section B (18 marks)Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the contextRobert Moody,52,is an experienced police officer. Much of his work involves dealing with drugs and gang problems in the schools of his community. Knowing that many kids often 36.______trouble, he decided to do something about it. So in 1991 he began to invite small groups of kids to go fishing with him on his day off.Those fun trips had a 37.______impact. A chance encounter in 2000 proved that. One day, while working security at a school basketball game, Moody noticed two young guys 38_______. He sensed trouble between them. 39._____, one of them headed toward M oody and gave him a hug. “I rememberyou. You took me 40.______ when I was in fifth grade. That was one of the 41.______days of my life.〞Deeply touched by the boy’s words, Moody decided to create a foundation that42._____ teenagers to the basis of fishing in camping programs. “As a policeman,I saw where there was violence, drugs were always behind it. They have a damage43.______ on the kids,〞 says Moody.By turning kids on to fishing, he intended to present an alternative way of life, “When you are sitting there waiting for a 44._______〞he says, “you can’t help but talk to each other, and such conversation can be very deep.〞“Talking about drugs helped prepare me for the peer(同龄人)pressures in high school ,〞says Michelle, 17, who 45._______ the first program. “And I was able to help my little brother 46._______ drugs〞Moody faces retirement in three years,when he hopes to run the foundation full-time. “I’m living a happy life and I have a responsibility to my 47._____to give back,〞Moody says.“If I teach a kid to fish today, he can teach his brother to fish tomorrow.〞36. A. ran into B. got over C. left behind D. looked into37. A. immediate B. damaging C. limited D. lasting38. A. quarreling B. complaining C. talking D. cheering39. A. Slowly B. Suddenly C. Finally D. Secretly40. A. fishing B. sailing C. boating D. swimming41. A. quietest B. longest C. best D. busiest42. A. connects B. introduces C. reduces D. commits43.A. impression B. burden C. decision D.effect44. A. solution B. change C. bite D. surprise45.A. participated in B. worked out C. approved of D. made up46.A.misuse B.avoid C. tolerate D. test47.A. team B. school C. family D. communitySection C (12 marks)Directions: Complete the following passage by filling in each blank with one word that best fits the contextMore male nurses needed in hospitalsWe need more men in our hospital, not as doctors, 48__ as nurses. There are several reasons for wanting male nurses here. Men make excellent careers and are equally as good as women _49 taking care of others. In fact, many men take good care of their children, wives, parents, sisters, brothers and even 50 nieces and nephews.Another reason that men make great nurses is _ 51 in general, men are physically stronger than women. Also, male nurses can be a great help in keeping patients still 52 they receive painful treatment, such as when bandages covering wounds are changed. Another advantage to having male nurses is that they see things from a different angle from women, 53 allows the hospital to work better 54 if we only approach problems one way. Having a mix of male and female nurses also helps create _55__ fun atmosphere, which helps patients recover faster.Part Ⅲ Reading Comprehension (30 marks)Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C andD. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.ACountless people long to make a difference this holiday season, yet they don’t realize that opportunities to make a difference are everywhere .Here are some ideas to get you started.Organize a blank driveIt is cold outside, but imagine how thousands of homeless people may feel without a home of their own, or even a blanket to keep them from the cold. Organize a blank drive for your local homeless, and ask around for donations!Practice random acts of kindnessI’ll never forget the time when I went to pay for my Dr.Pepper, but the sever resisted, saying my bill was paid by an anonymous(匿名的) guest. It’s this random act of kindness that restores my faith in humanity. Bless someone by paying for their drink at Starbucks, or praising them! If you live somewhere where it snows, shovel your neighbour’s snow out of their driveway for them! Whether it is as simple as praise or as complex as paying the bill, you’ll never know how far your impact will reach.Say thank youJust a simple thank-you can make somebody’s day, especially if they feel like their work is never noticed. Cultivate〔培养〕 a smile on their face by being sincere and grateful for all that they do.Use your talents to help the communityThe best way to show your appreciation for people is by using the talents and skills you have to bless others. For me, I love to coordinate〔协调〕 events and write , and so my way of reaching out to the community is through writing articles and creating awareness about problems we face today. If you can bake, make some delicious cookies for people to enjoy! If you can knit, put your talents to use by making clothes for children in foster care. Any talent can be used to help the community inmeaningful ways.Wish you a happy, healthy and helpful holiday season.56. If you join a blank drive, you can _________A. keep yourself from the coldB. bring a blanket to go on a tripC. buy a home for homeless peopleD. collect donations for the homeless people57. How did the author restore his faith in humanity?A. he helps othersB. he often blessed othersC. He got help from othersD. He got praised by others58. The underlined phrase〞 to make somebody’s day〞 is to ________A. make someone feel grateful all dayB. do something unnoticed by peopleC. make someone feel good all dayD. help someone to solve problems59. What is the author’s talent?A. SewingB. WritingC. BakingD. Knitting60. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?A. Help Others in NeedB. Make the Best of TalentC. Enjoy Your Holiday SeasonD. Make a Difference in Your Holiday SeasonBWith all the wars, fighting and sadness in the world today, it's not only necessary, but also essential to have a good sense of humor just to help us get through each and every day of our lives. Putting a smile on someone's face when you know they are feeling down in the dump, makes me feel good and warms my heart.How would you feel if you could not joke around with your wife, husband, child, co-worker, neighbor, close friends, or even just someone that you are standing in line with at your corner store? I am always saying things that make others smile or laugh, even if I don't know the person I'm joking around with. My Grandma always found humor in everything she did, even if it was the hardest job anyone could imagine. This not only relieves stress in anysituation, but also is common courtesy(礼貌)to speak to others that are around you.I know of a few people that don’t have a fu nny bone in their bodies, as they say.Everyone around them could be rolling on the floor after hearing a great joke and they would sit there without the slightest smile on their face. They don't get the joke that makes others laugh. I am busting a gut while they just sit there, looking at me as if I were from outer space. How can people not get a really funny joke? Laughing is essential to keep your stress levels under control. Without humor we would find ourselves with a lot of psychological problems, or on a lot of medications to keep us from going crazy. There is too much sadness in this present world. It drives people crazy. We all need to find a way to ignore the sadness and bring a little light into our lives. So, I believe our best medicine is to get together and tell some jokes and have some fun laughing together.61. According to the author, humor is useful in the aspect that _________.A. it makes people more confidentB. it can pick up people’s spiritsC. it can help get rid of the cruelty in the worldD. it can help people get on well with others62. From the second paragraph, we can know that __________.A. the writer is funny and politeB. family members should play tricks on each otherC. the writer’s grandma is humorousD. we sho uld relieve stress in any situation63. The phrase “busting a gut" in the third paragraph can be replaced by _______.A. explaining carefullyB. speaking loudC. keeping silentD. laughing hard64. In writing the passage, the author mainly intends to _______.A. encourage people to be humorous in daily lifeB. talk about his own understanding of humorC. introduce a practical way to get through daily lifeD. convince people of the power of being optimistic about life65. What is the autho r’s attitude towards the present world?A. CriticalB. PositiveC. SatisfiedD. IndifferentCA black hole is a place in space where gravity pulls so much that even light cannot get out. The gravity is so strong because matter has been squeezed into a tiny space. This can happen when a star is dying.Because no light can get out, people can’t see black holes. Space telescopes with special tools can help find black holes. The special tools can see how stars that are very close to black holes act differently from other ones.Black holes can be big or small. Scientists think the smallest black holes are as small as just one atom. These black holes are very tiny but have the mass of a large mountain. Mass is the amount of matter, or “staff〞, in an object. Another kind of black hole is called “stellar〞(星球黑洞). Its mass can be up to 20 times more than the mass of the sun. There may be many stellar mass black holes in Earth’s galaxy. Earth’s galaxy is called the Milky Way.The largest black holes are called “supermassive〞(超大质量黑洞). These black holes have masses that are more than one million suns together. Scientists have found proof that every large galaxy contains a supermassive black hole at its center. The supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way galaxy has a mass equal to about four million suns and would fit inside a very large ball that could hold a few million Earths.Scientists think the smallest black holes formed when the universe began. Stellar black holes are made when the center of a very big star falls in upon itself, or falls apart. When this happens, it exploded part of the star into space. Scientists think supermassive black holes were made at the same time as the galaxy they are in.A black hole can not be seen because strong gravity pulls all of the light into the middle of the black hole. But scientists can see how the strong gravity affects the stars and gas around the black hole. Scientists can study stars to find out if they are flying around, or orbiting a black hole.When a black hole and a star are close together, high-energy light is made. This kind of light cannot be seen with human eyes. Scientists use satellites and telescopes in space to see the high-energy light.66. The gravity of a black hole may become so strong that light cannot get out when_.A. the star is going to dieB. special tools are used on itC. other stars come close to itD. it is seen from the space telescopes67. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?A. A black hole can be very tiny but extremely heavy.B. The gravity of a black hole holds all light in its center.C. Scientists observe high-energy light through their own eyes.D. Some small black holes came into being as early as the universe.68. Which can be inferred from the passage?A. Every galaxy must have a black hole.B. A galaxy is the center of the universe.C. A galaxy consists of a large group of stars and planets.D. Earth’s galaxy is called the Milky Way.69. What does the last sentence in Paragraph 5 suggest?A. Neither the sun nor the earth is as heavy as a black hole.B. There is only one supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way.C. The supermassive black hole had existed before the Milky Way was formed.D. There is a reason why the large black holes are called “supermassive〞.70. The last two paragraph mainly focus on the question of _________.A. what a black hole isB. how black holes formC. how big black holes areD. how scientists know about black holesPart IV Writing (45 marks)Section A (10 marks)Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in the numbered blanks by using the information from the passage.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.The history o f Mother’s Day is pretty interesting. An early form of the idea may have originated in the 17th century England as “Mothering Sunday〞, on which the servants, who generally lived with their employers, were encouraged to return home and honor their mothers. A special cake, called the mothering cake, was often brought along to provide a festive touch.Mother’s Day, first suggested in 1872, is linked to the anti-war efforts of Julia Ward Howe. She hoped a day set aside to honour mothers would be a way to promote peace. In 1907 a woman by the name of Anna Jarvis took Howe’s idea a step further and began a campaign for a nationally recognized Mother’s Day.After considerable effort, Anna Jarvis finally saw her dream realized. On May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson made the official proclamation(宣布) that Mother’s Day would be an annual holiday on the second Sunday in May. And so it is to this day.For those of us whose lives have been shaped and nurtured by loving moms, the day is a wonderful opportunity t o say thank you. Unfortunately not everyone’s experience of family life evokes 〔唤起〕gratitude. In the complicated maze of human existence, not all mother/child relationships are positive. Evoking the image of Mom for some can be an invitation down a painful memory lane.There is also the reality that not all mothering figures are actually mothers. Hundreds of thousands of children have been raised by foster moms 〔养母〕who never had children of their own, but who gave maternal 〔母亲般的〕love to children that needed them. Aunts and older sisters have filled this role as well.All I am saying is that it is complicated. We might wish that every family had an ideal balance of motherly and fatherly love, but that is simply not the case. There are many different ways that mothering happens. We may as well celebrate the ups and downs of our common life. For those whose childhood evokes praise and thanksgiving, let us give thanks. But for those whose childhood was marked by fearand loss, then let us offer healing.In our world, there’s no reason why all experiences of family life, good and bad, can’t be included.Title: 71._____________Section B (10 marks)Directions: Read the following passage. Answer the questions according to the information given in the passage.A Journey of DiscoveryThe Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain is one of the most famous American novels.Published in 1884, it was one of the first novels in the USA written in common, everyday language. For example, using non-standard English, Twain wrote, ‘I haven’t got any money,’ to mean ‘I do not have any money’. In this way, Twain made his characters very true to life.The story is told by Huckleberry Finn, called Huck for short, who runs away to escape his abusive father. At first, Huck goes to a small island in the middle of the Mississippi River. There, he finds Jim, a black slave who has run away to escape slavery. The two of them stay on the island for a few weeks and become friends, but they must leave because Huck learns that people are looking for Jim. They decide to travel on a raft on the Mississippi River to reach the Ohio River, which will take them north to a state that does not allow slavery.During their journey, Huck and Jim visit many places along the river and meet many different people. Unfortunately, most of the people they meet are not good. For instance, Huck and Jim meet a family, the Grangerfords, who have been fighting with another family, the Shepherdsons, for so many years that nobody remembers how the fight began. While Huck stays with the Grangerfords, the fighting starts again, and several members of both families are killed. Later, Huck and Jim meet the King and the Duke, two men who take control of their raft and make money by tricking people. During the confusion following one of these tricks, Huck and Jim escape with their raft.Although the people Huck and Jim meet are bad, they are also funny. Mark Twain used humor to show readers the problems of American society in the 1800s. More importantly, despite all of the bad things that happen to Huck and Jim, the novel has a happy ending for both of them. Jim gets his freedom because his owner has died and set him free in her will, and Huck learns that his father has died, so he isalso safe.The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is an adventurous and humorous story, and it teaches modern readers a lot about American society in the 1800s.81. How was The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn different from earlier novels?(Nomore than 9 words) (2 marks)82. What kind of people do Huck and Jim meet?(No more than 16 words)(3 marks)83. What happens to Huck and Jim in the end?(No more than 8 words) (2 marks)84. What's the main idea of the passage?(No more than 11words) (3 marks)Section C (25 marks)Directions: Write an English composition according to the instructions given below. 伴随我们成长，长辈们在不经意间老去。

高中英语真题:2015届高三联考英语试卷第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力（共2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. When will the speaker meet?A. At 10:00.B. At 10:30.C. At 11:00.2. What does the man complain about the food?A. It’s not well-done. B. It comes too late. C. It isn’t what he ordered.3. What place is the woman interested in visiting?A. Some parks.B. A big countryC. Some shopping centres.4. What does the woman ask the man to do?A. Sit over there.B. Stop smoking.C. Smoke outside.5. What is the woman doing?A. Applying for a job.B. Cleaning up a park.C. Asking f or the time.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。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答6至7题。

6. What is wrong with the man?A. He has caught a cold.B. He has some other plans.C. He has to stay in bed tomorrow.7. What does the man ask the woman to do?A. Be on duty.B. Finish his job.C. Look after him.听第7段材料，回答8至10题。

2015⾼三英语试卷（含答案解析）2015⾼三英语试卷本试卷分为第I卷（第1-15页）和第II卷（第16页）两部分。

全卷共16页。

满分150分。

考试时间120分钟。

考⽣注意：1．答第I卷前，考⽣务必将条形码粘贴在答题纸的指定区域内。

2．第I卷（1-16⼩题，25---80⼩题）由机器阅卷，答案必须全部涂写在答题卡上。

考⽣应将代表正确答案的⼩⽅格⽤铅笔涂⿊。

注意试题题号和答题卡编号⼀⼀对应，不能错位。

答案需要更改时，必须将原选项⽤橡⽪擦去，重新选择。

答案写在试卷上⼀律不给分。

第I卷中的第17-24⼩题,81-84⼩题和第II卷的试题，其答案⽤钢笔或⽔笔写在答题纸的规定区域内，如⽤铅笔答题，或写在试卷上则⽆效。

第I卷（共105分）I.Listening Comprehension (30%)Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. Jack. B. Jane. C. John. D. Mr. Watson.2. A. An elevator. B. A clock. C. A highrise building. D. An order.3. A. The man found the exam as easy as he had expected.B. The man left the last question unanswered.C. The man completed the exam in one hour.D. The man found the last question too difficult for him.4. A. At the airport. B. At the post office. C. On the train. D. At the railway station.5. A. The plane has already taken off. B. The cost of the flying has increased.C. The flights have been put off.D. Her plan was not well-designed.6. A. 4.5 hours. B. 5 hours. C. 5.5 hours. D. 6 hours.7. A. Teacher and student. B. Husband and wife.C. House agent and customer.D. Boss and secretary.8. A. It’s a direct route. B. It’s less crowded.C. It avoids rushing.D. It reduces the chance of getting stuck.9. A. They watered Lily’s plants. B. They disapproved of her plan.C. They caught colds.B. She enjoyed the class even though the teacher was not good.C. She liked reading novels rather than history books.D. The study of literary history spoiled her enjoyment of novels.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. It forces people to concentrate on their work.B. It is a good way to keep healthy.C. It gives people a sense of being a leader.D. It makes time go by much faster.12. A. Sitting in comfortable chairs does some good to health.B. Standing for more than 6 hours a day increases the risk of early death.C. Sitting for more than 6 hours a day is harmful to health.D. Standing while working improves working efficiency.13. A. People should move around instead of just standing.B. People should try to find a natural way to stand while working.C. People should do as their leaders and colleagues do.Section C Longer ConversationsDirections: In Section C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear each conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with information you have heard. Write your answers on your answer sheet.Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.Complete the form. Write ONE WORD for each answer.Complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.II. Grammar and vocabulary (25%)Section ADirections: Beneath each of the following sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. choose the one answer that best completes the sentence.25. The cause of the crash of the Antarctic research helicopter is still _____ investigation.A. onB. amongC. belowD. under26. Almost half of all adults have basic maths skills that are no better than _____ of childrenaged nine to 11, government-commissioned research has shown.A. oneD. that27. Many citizens are angry with the new food standards _____ by the government.A. having been updatedB. being updatedC. updatingD. updated28. It remains a mystery _____ the world is going to end on Dec. 21st, 2012, which seems to be the end of the Mayan calendar.A. ifB. thatC. whetherD. when29. To his surprise, the man found shark fins _____ from banquet menu in this restaurant.A. having been removedB. removedC. to be removedD. being removed30. What do you think _____ makes the English version of the musical Notre Dame de Paris different from the previous ones?A. is it thatB. that it isC. that is itD. it is that31. The elderly patients still prefer the traditional way, _____ online booking system is supposed to be convenient and fast.A. whileB. thoughC. unlessD. as32.The regulation is welcomed by the public _____ advertisements are banned in the middle of television dramas.A. thatB. whether33. The joy of life is a deep spring. Only when digging deep _____ clear and sweet water.A. you can drawB. can draw youC. can you drawD. draw can you34. -- Ms Williams, Steve seems to be in low spirits after the parents’ meeting.-- Well, I think we _____ have given him helpful encouragement rather than negative criticism.A. mustB. shouldC. mightD. can35. Medical staff fled as flames and smoke filled an Indian hospital，_____ their patients to a fire that killed 89 people.A. abandonedB. having abandonedC. to abandonD. abandoning36. Many glaucoma (青光眼) patients are unaware of symptoms _____ a great deal of useful sight has been permanently destroyed.A. untilB. sinceC. afterD. once37. Thailand’s worst flooding in nearly 60 years _____ more than 600 lives and affected about10 million people since mid July.A. claimedB. has claimedC. had claimedD. is claimed38. As far as we know, half of Canadian teenagers do not get enough sleep on school nights,_____?A. do theyB. don’t they39. Children with bad grades can always think of brilliant ways to escape _____.A. punishingB. being punishedC. to be punishedD. having punished40. Gone are the days _____ surgery meant cutting a patient open. Modern medicine offersdoctors less invasive tools to operate on disease-stricken bodies.A. thatB. whichC. whenD. whoseSection BDirections: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.Addiction （沉溺，上瘾）to computer games has been on the increase with its rise in popularity. It is not a physical disease or mental illness. A person with this type of addiction sets aside __41__ all other activities in favor of playing computer games almost endlessly.Computer games addicts tend to isolate themselves from normal, face-to-face human contact. They spend hours playing the online games, without much __42__ for those around them. They also do not care to __43__ the responsibilities awaiting them and they are more likely to feel depressed. The fact that computer games reduce time available for family and friends may __44__ for the drop in well-being. Faceless, bodiless "virtual" communication may be less __45__ satisfying than actual conversation, and the relationships formed through it may be shallower. In addition, __46__ to the wider world via the Net makes users less satisfied with their lives.Many addicts spend as long as 100 hours a week playing computer games. Such a lifestyle will result in decreased job or__47__ performance. Late nights and days spent playing the games make the addict unable to perform as well as he would have. Some gamers even spend real money on virtual products to make their characters __48__ from others.Computer games addicts have unwittingly developed a set of habits. These habits have become part of their lives and if not dealt with, their jobs, relationships and careers may __49__. However, breaking these habits is easier said than done. Sometimes these habits could lead to depression, stress and other emotional problems. Therapy, counseling programs can be helpful to them. The earlier treatment is sought, the greater the chance it will be successful.III. Reading Comprehension (50%)Section ADirections: For each blank in the following passages there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Researchers came to the conclusion that having two daughters is the key to a happy and harmonious family life after examining the lives of families with different combinations of children, both male and female.The results show of all the variations, two girls make for the most harmonious family life as they are unlikely to fight, will play nicely and are generally a __50__ to be around.__53__, doubling the number of daughters is likely to lead to a whole world of pain, the report found. Mums and dads with four girls __54__ out to be the least happy with family life overall. Parents of four girls also admitted to having to __55__ an average of four fights or arguments a day, the study of 2,116 parents of children aged 16 and under __56__.The study looked into families with twelve different combinations of children, __57__ only children but including everything from a brother and sister to four of the same __58__.Mums and dads were asked to rank their children's behavior. Two girls __59__ highly in every category. They were 'easy to reason with', 'helped around the house' and __60__ 'liked each other'.In fact, mums and dads with four children of any gender found it harder, the results showed. __61__, sixty-two per cent of parents with this combination would have exactly the same number of children if they had their time again.''Every child is a blessing and there are lots of things parents can do to __62__ family life is as harmonious as possible.'' "Making sure __63__ time is spent with all children, __64__ them how lucky they are to have siblings（兄弟姐妹）and creating family rituals such as eating and playing together can all help everyone to get the most out of family life together.''50. A. contribution B. burden C. pleasure D. coincidence51. A. delight B. annoy C. disapprove D. respect52. A. forgive B. benefit C. ignore D. comfort53. A. By contrast B. As a result C. In addition D. To some extent54. A. figure B. carry C. burst D. turn55. A. adjust to B. cope with C. bring about D. negotiate with56. A. predicted B. surveyed C. revealed D. conducted57. A. enclosing B. concluding C. exposing D. excluding58. A. sex B. age C. hobby D. background59. A. spoke B. appreciated C. educated D. scored60. A. definitely B. generally C. constantly D. exactly61. A. Therefore B. Besides C. Moreover D. However62. A. secure B. promise C. ensure D. influence63. A. overall B. quality C. alternative D. temporary64. A. reminding B. remembering C. recalling D. reformingSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Not many people know about the clouded leopard. Even scientists don’t know much about the animal in the wild because it is so private. We do know that the clouded leopard isn’t actually a leopard. It is a species of its own. However, it does have spots like a leopard. They help it blend into the background in the forest.What else do we know about the cat? It is one of the best climbers of all wild cats. This skill is clearly imprinted in the kittens early on by their mothers and by instinct. In the wild, the cat lives in the tropical rain forests of Asia. It hunts small animals, such as squirrels and monkeys. It is listed on the United States Endangered Species Act. This protects it from being hunted. Scientists have speculated that the wild population is getting smaller, but no actual numbers are available.into extinction.The Clouded Leopard Project has recently begun a conservation effort in Thailand. It is a natural home of the clouded leopard. Funds will be given to the Khao Kheow Open Zoo to help with the breeding of these cats. Part of the money also will help save the habitat of the wild cats. People will work to monitor these wild cats. They will be photographed instead of being sedated, or drugged, to be tagged（加标签）. Sedating clouded leopards could cause the cats’ bodies to lose too much water, or worse.The project has had some great successes in the last few years. Two cubs were born in the United States, and two were born in Thailand. Members of the Clouded Leopard Project hope the urge to protect such species will become embedded in people’s minds. They sponsor several education programs at zoos. They also sponsor programs to directly help the cats. Through their work they ultimately will increase the population of this species.65. What made a clouded leopard not easy to find in the forest?A. Spots like a leopard.B. A species of its own.C. Best climbing skills.D. Extinction of such animals.66. _____ is not included in the Clouded Leopard Project?A. Breeding clouded leopards in zoos.B. Monitoring the cats by labeling them.C. Starting educational programs at zoos.D. Saving the cat’s natur al habitat.67. The underlined word “embedded” means _____.A. focusedB. rootedC. determinedD. talented68. Which of the following statement is TRUE?A. Clouded leopard is a rare kind of leopard with nice spots.B. Lack of food in the wild makes the survival of the cats more difficult.C. The Clouded Leopard Project aims at increasing the population of the cat.D. Observing clouded leopards’ behavior protects the cats from being hunted.(B)(C)With greenhouse gas emissions（排放）hitting record levels and passing climate scientist's worst predictions, a new group of Chinese activists is making its voice heard at the United Nations climate talks, the COP17, which was held in Durban, South Africa.The delegation of independent Chinese non-governmental organizations (NGOs) believes that civil society must play a bigger role in the global climate crisis. C Plus is the name given to the project launched by 42 Chinese NGOs, calling for domestic and global action to fight climate change. And they think the best way of demanding governments' action is to take action by themselves. The message is clear: climate action is too important and too urgent. It can't wait. The top-down process of negotiations that we are seeing at the UN is too slow.C Plus has three components, which together explain its name. C Plus stands for: Beyond Commitment. This means that NGOs must put pressure on their governments to achieve targets that are beyond those that have been officially stated. Second is Beyond China -- in other words, NGOs outside and inside of China together must strive to influence their respective governments to take action. Finally, Beyond Climate. The project targets not just carbon reduction but othergovernment's task of environment responsibility and raising public awareness in environment protection.And NGOs can claim some notable successes. NGOs sponsored “26-degree air conditioning office”among the public, which later became a government regulation. A group of Chinese citizens organized together and stopped the construction of a dangerous chemical plant in Xiamen.In total, there are 3,539 environment NGOs in China, in which 55.2 percent now have their own offices, and 26 percent have fixed source of investment. However, most environment NGOs still face problems including difficulty in raising money, shortage in personnel and weak organization ability in their development process.In Durban, Chinese NGOs have arrived as a team and are prepared to state their demands.72. The passage is mainly about _____.A. Durban climate change conferenceB. environment NGOs in ChinaC. C plus project launched by NGOsD. achievements of NGOs73. Which of the following is true about the C Plus?A. It is an organization devoted to controlling the greenhouse gas emission.B. It is a program aiming at influencing government to take action to protect environment.C. It is a project designed by the government to unite NGOs inside and outside China.D. It is a statement calling for public awareness in environment protection.74. Most environment NGOs don’t lack _____.A. financial supportB. human resourcesC. development goalsD. organizational skills75. What can be inferred from the passage about the NGOs?A. They once pushed the government to make a regulation concerning office temperature.B. They pushed forward the slow negotiations by adopting the top-down style.C. They were directly involved in making environment-related policies.D. They successfully pressurized the government to achieve the unofficially stated targets. Section CDirections: Read the following text and choose the most suitable heading from A-F for eachAutism is a disorder of early development that causes severe problems in thinking, communicating with others, and feeling a part of the outside world. Taken from the Greek word autos meaning “alone,” autism prevents children from developing normal social relationships, even with their parents.Not all autistic infants and children are alike; in fact, there is no single typical clinical picture of the disorder. However, certain types of behavior are noted in a majority of autistic children. Autistic infants will not cuddle, and they do not like to be picked up. The usual things that children do to imitate adults, such as waving goodbye, are not observed in autistic children. Instead, autistic children very often repeat such movements as flicking a hand, twisting an arm or leg, or banging the head over and over. Strange gestures and distorted facial expressions are common.Language develops slowly, if at all. Some autistic children remain totally silent, while others merely repeat words they hear or communicate by gestures. They have little or no interest in making friends. They smile rarely, if ever, and will avoid making eye contact. Unlike normal children, they tend to fixate on a single object or task, such as spinning the wheels on a toy car over and over.At one time autism was blamed on bad parenting. Now itis believed to be caused by abnormalities in the brain. Several possible causes of these abnormalities have been proposed: an illness the mother suffered during her pregnancy; too little oxygen at the time of birth; or possiblyan abnormal gene. In some cases, X rays have revealed abnormalities in the structure of the brain itself. There is no way to diagnose autism apart from observing the child's behavior closely over a period of time.Although some patient-tailored programs can help children function better, the life of these children is generally hard to predict. Some will remain severely impaired throughout their lives. A majority always will depend heavily on support from relatives and professional caregivers, and may require special living arrangements and close supervision. However, progressive changes in the treatment of these children have enabled about one in six to live independently and work productively. What’s more, the intelligence level of the child partly affects the ability to function.Section DDirections: Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements in the fewest possible words. If you have been following the news you will know that the world’s population recently reached seven billion – probably on 31st October.The statistics concerning human population growth are astonishing. It was only 12 years ago, in 1999, that the world’s population reached six billion. In 1969 there were 3.5 billion people on the planet, which is to say our numbers have doubled in only 42 years. A century ago, in 1911, there were only 1.8 billion of us: 26% of today’s total.As for future population growth, it seems there will probably be eight billion people by 2030 and nine billion by around 2050. After that, predictions vary: many experts think the total will rise more slowly, perhaps reaching ten billion by the end of the century; but a few believe the fast rise might continue, leading to a global population of as many as 15 billion by 2100. There are big differences between rates of population growth around the world. The fastest rates are generally in the world’s poorer countries, including those in sub-Saharan Africa, while the populations of rich countries are mostly growing much more slowly, or even shrinking in a few cases. (Germany and Japan, for example, will have smaller populations in 2050 than they do now.) This fact explains another interesting statistic: in 1900 Europe contained around 25% of the world’s people, but in 2050 it will have less than 10%.There are many reasons for fast population growth, but the most significant include medical advances and generally improved standards of living in poor countries, which mean fewer deaths from diseases or from malnutrition. Indeed, average life expectancy across the world has risen 20 years since the 1950s, from 48 to 68, and the biggest rises have been in poor countries.Some people already talk of a crisis of overpopulation, expecting there to be wars over access to natural resources and warning that, because those resources are limited, it is impossible for seven billion people (let alone nine or ten) to have the kind of high-consumption lifestyles that people in the world’s richer countries currently enjoy. Others, however, believe the planet can accommodate another two or three billion humans without a social or environmental disaster.We can only hope the optimists will be proved right.(Note: Answer the questions or complete the statements in NO MORE THAN EIGHT WORDS)81. When was the world’s population half of what it is now?82. There seems to be a connection between a country’s rates of population and_________________________________________.83. What contributed to the fast population growth?84. Some people predicted that the conflict between _______________________ may lead towars.第II卷（共45分）I．Translation （20%）Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.1. 是到了我们为国家承担责任的时候了。

2015年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（湖南卷）英语本试卷分为四个部分，共12页。

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满分150分PartⅠListening Comprehension (30 marks)Section A （22.5 marks）Directions: In this section, you will hear six conversations between two speakers. For each conversation, there are several questions and each question is followed by three choices marked A, B and C. Listen carefully and then choose the best answer for each question.You will hear each conversation TWICE.Example：When will the magazine probably arrive？A.Wednesday.B.ThursdayC.Friday.The answer is B.Conversation 11. When does the woman usually get home from work?A. About 6:30.B. About 7:30.C. About 8:30.2. What did the woman do last night?A. She watched TV.B. She recorded a program.C. She prepared for a lecture.Conversation 23. How often does the man exercise at the gym?A. Every day.B. Every two days.C. Once a week.4. Where will the two speakers meet before doing exercise this Friday?A. At the park.B. At the cafe.C. At the cinema. Conversation 35. What is Mr. Chester doing?A. Telephoning someone.B. Speaking to the woman.C. Leaving the man a message.6. What is the man's last name?A. Oliver.B. Horst.C. Robert. Conversation 47. Why will the woman be late?A. She didn't catch the train.B. She didn't finish her paper.C. She didn't wake up in time.8. Where is the man?A. At the station.B. At home.C. At the office.9. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?A. Teacher and student.B. Parent and child.C. Husband and wife.Conversation 510. For whom does the woman buy the T-shirt?A. Herself.B. Her husband.C. Her friend.11 .How much does the T-shirt normally cost?A. $54.B. $60.C. $70.12. Why does the salesman agree to sell the T-shirt at $48?A. It is cheaper online.B. He is in a hurry.C. A button is lost. Conversation 613. When did the woman arrive?A. Friday.B. Saturday.C. Sunday.14. What major did the man choose in the end?A. English.B. Biology. C . History.15. What suggestion does the man give on reading the books?A. Making notes.B. Skimming first.C. Reading word by word.Section B（7.5 marks）Directions: In this section, you will hear a short passage. Listen carefully and then fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Fill in each blank with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.You will hear the short passage TWICESchool Web Design 16I. Meet on 17 from 2:30 to 3:15II. Create a website for a competition●Website☆on your ancestor 18☆19 long & well constructed●Competition☆has a first prize of $300 for beginners & $ 20 for the advanced☆do it by yourself, list the software you usedPart ⅡLanguage Knowledge (45 marks)Section A (15 marks)Directions: For each of the following unfinished sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence.Example：The wild flowers looked like a sofe orange blanket ________ the desert.A . covering B.covered C.cover D.to coverThe answer is A.21.It was when we were returning home ________ I realized what a good feeling it was to have helped someone in trouble.A. whichB. thatC. whereD. how22. As you go through this book, you ________ that each of the millions of people who lived through World War II had a different experience.A. will findB. foundC. had foundD. have found23. Only after talking to two students ________ that having strong motivation is one of the biggest factors in reaching goals.A. I did discoverB. did I discoverC. I discoveredD. discovered I24. Video games can be a poor influence if ________ in the wrong hands.A. to leaveB. leavingC. leaveD. left25. I wasn't able to hide my eagerness when I ________, "What do you wish me to do now?"A. askB. have askedC. am askingD. asked26. You have to know ________ you're going if you are to plan the best way of getting there.A. whatB. thatC. whereD. who27. It is important to remember that success ________ a sum of small efforts made each day and often ________ years of achieve.A. is; takesB. are; takesC. are; takeD. is; take28. He must have sensed that I ________ him. He suddenly glanced at me and said quietly, "Why are you staring at me like that?"A. would look atB. looked atC. was looking atD. am looking at29.It is a truly delightful place, ________ looks the same as it must have done 100 years ago with its winding streets and pretty cottages..A. asB. whereC. thatD. which30. When the clerk saw a kind of face wrinkled in an apologetic smile, she stood rooted to the gro und, _________ whether to stay or leave.A. wonderingB. wonderC. to wonderD. wondered31.Always_______ in mind that your main task is to get this company running smoothlyA. to keepB. to have keptC. keepD. have kept32.I had a strong desire to reach in and play with the toy,but_______ thankfully by the shopwindowA. am held backB. held backC. hold backD. was held back33._______ the job takes a significant amount of time. most students agree that the experience is worth it A. If only B. After C. Although D. In case34. Sometimes I act as listening ear for fellow students _______ what is bothering themA. to talk overB. talked overC. talk overD.having talked over35.That is why I help brighten people’s days. If you _______ , who’s to say that another person will?A. did notB. do notC. were notD. have notSection B (18 marks)Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.It was a rainy morning and the children, mainly boys with various learning difficulties, refused to settle for the start of the lesson. As an inexperienced teacher, I tried every means to get them to be 36 , but in vain. My panic was rising and I could feel my heart beating wildly. This was the 37 of my job as a music teacher, I thought -- teaching was not for me. Then I had an idea. Hoping that no one would notice that I was 38 inside, I threw my voice as far as it would reach: "Put your heads on the desks and close your 39 ! We are going on a journey."40 , the children fell silent. "Now what should I do?" I thought to myself. Reaching over to my collection of CDs, I blindly 41 , put it in the machine and played it.Obediently (顺从地), my class lay their heads on their desks, closed their eyes and 42 . When the music started, the room was filled with the most beautiful tones and musical colors I could have ever imagined. All the children were 43 . When the music finished, I asked them all to raise their 44 slowly so that we could share our musical journeys.At this point, when all the children were willing to share their experiences, I began to learnhow to 45 . The music allowed me to learn that teaching is about sharing and respect, tears and smiles, the knowing and the 46 and,most of all, an understanding of each other. This was the power that 47 in the classroom could have.36. A. glad B. safe C. kind D. quiet37.A. end B. aim C. rule D. plan38. A. guessing B. shaking C. responding D. laughing39. A. eyes B. mouths C. books D. doors40. A. Punctually B. Importantly C. Amazingly D. Obviously41. A. passed one on B. gave one back C. turned one in D. took one out42. A. slept B. nodded C. waited D. continued43. A. talking B. singing C. dancing D. listening44. A. legs B. heads C. arms D. shoulders45. A. teach B. imagine C. play D. understand46. A. unprepared B. unspoken C. unknown D. unforgotten47. A. games B. music C. tears D. knowledgeSection C (12 marks)Directions: Complete the following passage by filling in each blank with one word that best fits the context.Research has become both simpler and more complex. It's simpler because, 48 if you have a computer, you can find information you need by searching the Internet. For all your information, you don't have to go to 49 library to find the relevant resource and take notes on it. Instead, you can find some sources from the Internet 50 print the copies needed.Remember, however, that you should usually consult different types of sources. That is, you 51always rely just on the Internet for you research.While finding information is easier than ever, at the same time, researching has become 52 complex. There is a lot more material available, which means you may be overwhelmed 53the amount of information. You need to learn 54 to sort through and find the relevant information for your particular project. Also, 5547 need to check the accuracy of it.Part ⅢReading Comprehension (30 marks)Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A. B. C andD. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.AForget Cyclists, Pedestrians are Real DangerWe are having a debate about this topic. Here are some letters from our readers.■Yes, many cyclists behave dangerously. Many drivers are disrespectful of cyclists. But pedestrians are probably the worse offenders.People of all ages happily walk along the pavement with eyes and hands glued to the mobile phone, quite unaware of what is going on around them. They may even do the same thing while crossing a road at a pedestrian crossing or elsewhere. The rest of us have to evade (避让) them or just stand still to wait for the unavoidable collision.The real problem is that some pedestrians seem to be, at least for the moment, in worlds of their own that are, to them, much more important than the welfare of others.——Michael Horan■I loved the letter from Bob Brooks about cyclists (Viewpoints, May 29). I am afraid they seem to think they own the roads.I was walking across Altrincham Road one morning when a cyclist went round me and on being asked what he was doing he shouted at me.The government built a cycle lane on the road but it is hardly used.The police do nothing. What a laugh they are!The cyclists should all have to be made to use the cycle lanes and wear helmets, fluorescent (发荧光的) jackets and lights at night and in the morning. They should pay some sort of tax and be fined for not wearing them.——Carol Harvey■Cyclists jump on and off pavements (which are meant for pedestrians), ride at speed along the pavements, and think they have a special right to go through traffic lights when they are on red.I was almost knocked down recently by a cyclist riding on the pavement when there was a cycle lane right next to him.Other road users, including horse riders, manage to obey the rules so why not cyclists?It's about time they had to be registered and insured, so when they do hit a pedestrian or a vehicle, or cause an accident, at least they can be treated and there might be an opportunity to claim.——JMLWrite to Viewpoints of the newspaper.56. Michael Horan wrote the letter mainly to show that _______.A. drivers should be polite to cyclistsB. road accidents can actually be avoidedC. some pedestrians are a threat to road safetyD. walking while using phones hurts one's eyes57. Carol Harvey suggests that cyclists should _______.A. be provided with enough roadsB. be asked to ride on their own lanesC. be made to pay less tax for cyclingD. be fined for laughing at policemen58. What is a complaint of JML?A. Very few drivers are insured.B. Cyclists ride fast on pavements.C. Pedestrians go through red traffic lights.D. Horse riders disrespect other road users.59. The underlined word "they" in the third letter refers to ______.A. accidentsB. vehiclesC. pedestriansD. cyclists60. The three letters present viewpoints on _______.A. real source of road dangerB. ways to improve road facilitiesC. measures to punish road offencesD. increased awareness of road rulesBIn its early history, Chicago had floods frequently, especially in the spring, making the streets so muddy that people, horses, and carts got stuck. An old joke that was popular at the time went something like this: A man is stuck up to his waist in a muddy Chicago street. Asked if he needs help, he replies, "No, thanks. I've got a good horse under me."The city planner decided to build an underground drainage (排水) system, but there simply wasn't enough difference between the height of the ground level and the water level. The only two options were to lower the Chicago River or raise the city.An engineer named Ellis Chesbrough convinced the city that it had no choice but to build the pipes above ground and then cover them with dirt. This raised the level of the city's streets by as much as 12 feet.This of course created a new problem: dirt practically buried the first floors of every building in Chicago. Building owners were faced with a choice: either change the first floors of their buildings into basements, and the second stories into main floors, or hoist the entire buildings to meet the new street level. Small wood-frame buildings could be lifted fairly easily. But what about large, heavy structures like the Tremont Hotel, which was a six-story brick building?That's where George Pullman came in. He had developed some house-moving skills successfully. To lift a big structure like the Tremont Hotel, Pullman would place thousands of jackscrews (螺旋千斤顶) beneath the building's foundation. One man was assigned to operate each section of roughly 10 jackscrews. At Pullman's signal each man turned his jackscrew the same amount at the same time, thereby raising the building slowly and evenly. Astonishingly, theTremont Hotel stay open during the entire operation, and many of its guests didn't even notice anything was happening.Some people like to say that every problem has a solution. But in Chicago's early history, every engineering solution seemed to create a new problem. Now that Chicago's waste water was draining efficiently into the Chicago River, the city's next step was to clean the polluted river.61. The author mentions the joke to show ______.A. horses were fairly useful in ChicagoB. Chicago's streets were extremely muddyC. Chicago was very dangerous in the springD. the Chicago people were particularly humorous62. The city planners were convinced by Ellis Chesbrough to_______.A. get rid of the street dirtB. lower the Chicago RiverC. fight against heavy floodsD. build the pipes above ground63. The underlined word "hoist" in Paragraph 4 means "_______".A. changeB. liftC. repairD. decorate64. What can we conclude about the moving operation of the Tremont Hotel?A. It went on smoothly as intended.B. It interrupted the business of the hotel.C. It involved Pullman turning ten jackscrews.D. It separated the building from its foundation.65. The passage is mainly about the early Chicago's ______.A. popular life styles and their influencesB. environmental disasters and their causesC. engineering problems and their solutionsD. successful businessmen and their achievementsCHave your parents ever inspected your room to see if you cleaned it properly? Imagine having your entire houses, garage, and yard inspected at any time -- with no warning. Inspections were a regular part of lighthouse (灯塔) living, and a keeper's reputation depended on results. A few times each year, an inspector arrived to look over the entire light station. The inspections were supposed to be a surprise, but keeper sometimes had advance notice.Once lighthouses had telephones, keepers would call each other to warn that the inspector was approaching. After boats began flying special flags noting the inspector was aboard, the keeper's family made it a game to see who could notice the boat first. As soon as someone spotted the boat, everyone would do last-minute tidying and change into fancy clothes. The keeper then scurried to put on his dress uniform and cap. Children of keepers remember inspectors wearing white gloves to run their fingers over door frames and windowsills looking for dust.Despite the serious nature of inspections, they resulted in some funny moments. Betty Byrnes remembered when her mother did not have time to wash all the dishes before an inspection. At the time, people did not have dishwashers in their homes. In an effort to clean up quickly, Mrs. Byrnes tossed all the dishes into a big bread pan, covered them with a cloth and stuck them in the oven. If the inspector opened the oven door, it would look like bread was baking. he never did.One day, Glenn Furst's mother put oil on the kitchen floor just before the inspector entered their house. Like floor wax, the oil made the floors shiny and helped protect the wood. This time, though, she used a little too much oil. When the inspector extended his hand to greet Glenn's mother, he slipped on the freshly oiled surface. "He came across that floor waving his arms like a young bird attempting its first flight," Glenn late wrote. After he steadied himself, he shook Glenn's mother's hand, and the inspection continued as though nothing had happened.66. What does Paragraph I tell us about the inspection at the light station?A. It was carried out once a year.B. It was often announced in advance.C. It was important for the keeper's fame.D. It was focused on the garage and yard.67. The family began making preparations immediately after ______.A. one of the members saw the boatB. a warning call reached the lighthouseC. the keeper put on the dress uniform and capD. the inspector flew special flags in the distance68. Mrs. Byrnes put the dishes in the oven because this would ______.A. result in some funB. speed up washing themC. make her home look tidyD. be a demand from the inspector69. If the inspector had opened the oven door, he would have seen _______.A. an empty panB. many clean dishesC. pieces of baked breadD. a cloth covering something70. The inspector waved his arms ______.A. to try his best to keep steadyB. to show his satisfaction with the floorC. to extend a warm greeting to Glenn's motherD. to express his intention to continue the inspectionPart IV Writing (45 marks)Section A (10 marks)Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in the numbered blanks by using the information from the passageWrite NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.Not all print dictionaries are the same, as you will notice when you select one. To make a wise selection, you should know how to distinguish among three kinds of print dictionaries: pocket, desk, and unabridged. You should also know the copyright date of your dictionary, and check its special features.A pocket dictionary is small. Generally, it contains no more than 75,000 entries, making it easy to carry to class and efficient to use. However, a pocket dictionary doesn't contain enoughentries to be adequate for college reference homework. In addition, the information about each word in a pocket dictionary is generally limited. A desk dictionary is medium-sized, generally containing over 170,000 entries as well as extra features. For college work you should own a current desk dictionary. An unabridged dictionary is a complete dictionary. Abridged dictionaries, such as pocket and desk dictionaries, are shortened. Because unabridged dictionaries contain nearly all English words, they are large and heavy. They are often used by schools and libraries.If the copyright date of your current dictionary shows that it was published five or more years ago, consider investing in a more recent edition. English is a dynamic language that admits new words and recognizes changes in meaning, spelling, and usage of familiar words. This is reflected in an up-to-date dictionary.In selecting a dictionary, check the features it offers besides vocabulary definitions. Many editions contain signs, symbols and foreign words. Some also contain CD-ROMs and access to special online features.71.Select 72.inadequate73.wold information 74.desk dictionary75.extra features rge and heavy77.schools and libraries 78.admitting new words79.check 80.access toSection B (10 mark.)Directions: Read the following passage. Answer the questions according to the information given in the passage.Walk Out of the Comfort Zone and Try New ThingsFor most high school students, free periods are useless. From what I have seen, few do homework; instead many are on their phones and talking, making it impossible for those who actually want to do work to complete any. As a senior next year, I think extra periods should be used to take optional subjects.Our school offers many classes. Now is the time to experiment in different fields of study. We will never know if we are interested or talented in a subject if we don't try it.In my 8th grade, I was told that I had to take an art class as a graduation requirement; so in the 9th grade I took Studio and Art. One of the projects was to build a clay pot, but I built mine incorrectly, so it broke in the kiln (窑). I found out that I have no artistic ability at all, and now I know for sure that I do not want to be an artist. However, the class was one of my favorites that year. I was able to try new activities and test my ability.Walk out of our comfort zone and try new things! College is when we should focus on a specific major, but high school is when we have to figure it out.Half of all college students change their major at some point. By doing that hundreds of dollars are wasted on classes that they would have never needed to take. So use our extra periods to find out what we want to do in college. The classes we choose can impact us in the future. Taking optional subjects will enrich our mind. It will also show colleges we are diverse students.81. How should we use our extra periods in the author's opinion?(No more than 9 words)(2 marks)_________________________________________________________________________________________82. Why does the author think we should experiment in different fields of study?(No more than 17 words)(2 marks)_________________________________________________________________________________________83. Why did the clay pot show the author's lack of artistic ability?(No more than 10 words)(3 marks)_________________________________________________________________________________________84.According to the author, how will taking optional subjects impact up in the future?(No more than 13 words)(3 marks)_________________________________________________________________________________________Section C (25 marks)Directions:Write an English composition according to the instructions given below.请以老师当众表扬你为话题，用下面所给的句子开头，续写一篇英语短文。