中美国际高中入学考试模拟试卷(英语)

中美国际高中入学考试模拟试卷英语International High School ProgramChengdu No.7 High SchoolEntrance Test中美国际高中入学考试(Mock Exam Paper: English)英语模拟试卷(120 minutes Full Score 150)时间：120分钟满分：150Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 shortdialogues and decide whether the following statements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series ofshort conversations. Please write the answer to each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at thesentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet. If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.1 This trip is for people who like peace and quiet.2 Many different activities are organized on board.3 The voyage begins in Scotland.4 The ship follows a fixed route.5 There are different types of accommodation.6 Passengers serve themselves in the dining room.7 Whales can be seen in the morning near Tromso.8 There are some examples of traditional buildings in Tromso.9 The ship stays overnight in Tromso.10 Bear Island used to be a busy fishing centre.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July,for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not gojogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway, stoppingat places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see the whalesas we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso to see theArctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautiful oldwooden houses. In the evening we sail away along thewest coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We willexplore the island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, it ishome to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors onairplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.。

Intern ati onal High School ProgramChe ngdu No.7 High SchoolEntrance Test中美国际高中入学考试(Mock Exam Paper: En glish)英语模拟试卷(120 mi nutes Full Score 150)时间：120分钟满分：150Paper I: Liste ning (15 minu tes 16 marks)A. For Questi ons 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the follow ingstatements are true or false. Listen and mark “ T” or “ F” on the answer sheet. You hear the recordi ng TWICE.1. The driver puts the man ' s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man ' s suggestion.3. Lynne is hav ing a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetaria n.5. The customer needs the salesperson ' s help right now.6. The food at the restaura nt was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talk ing about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start joggi ng before work.B. For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answerto each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three stude nts appear in the con cert?3. Whe n will the frie nds go swim ming?4. Where will the tour meet ing take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to atte nd their revisi on class?6. What is Lili ' s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Read ing (65 minu tes 54 marks)A. For questi ons 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or in correct.If it is correct, mark T on your an swer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your an swer sheet.Explori ng the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willi ng to an swer any of your questi ons about the Arctic and who will talk about the ani mals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the cha nce to see rein deer, polar bears, and other Arctic ani mals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets.Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2 —We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway, stopping at placesof interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see the whales as wesail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso to see the Arctic Museum, thecathedral and the beautiful old wooden houses. In the evening wesail away along the west coast to Bird Island, which is excellentfor bird-watching.Days 9 —0 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening and stayovernight. Bear Island once had an active fishing industry, buttoday little of this remains. We will explore the island, looking outfor Arctic flowers.Days 11 -6 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, it is home to alarge variety of animals.Day 17Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London from Troms.B. Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airli nes are beco ming in creas in gly concerned about air rage and are trai ning their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offen ders whe n they land.A special agreeme nt, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passe ngers eve n board the pla ne and may become worse on board. Reas ons for air rage in clude heavy traffic on the way to the airport, l ong check-i n lin es, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talk ing to the pers on. For more serious cases, han dcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort . Fortunately, incidentsinvolving serious violence are rare, but air rage is in creas in gly beco ming an issue of concern for all airli nes.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ______________a. passe ngers in cars or pla nes.b. airli ne passe ngers and car drivers.c. car drivers and airli ne pilots.d. airli ne passe ngers and crews.2. Accord ing to this passage, air rage ____________a. is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b. is a problem that more and more airli ne compa nies are deali ng with.c. is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d. occurs more on certa in airli nes tha n on others.3. The Tokyo Conven ti on en ables local police _______________a. to in troduce tougher policies.b. to arrest people while flyi ng over their cou ntry.c. to arrest aggressive passe ngers of any n ati on ality.d. to use han dcuffs and straitjackets to restra in aggressive passe ngers.4. Accord ing to this passage, which of the followi ng factors con tributes to air rage?a. a difficult jour ney to the airportb. smok ing on boardc. restricti ons on alcohold. han dcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5. From this passage we can un dersta nd that airli ne staff will watch out for _____________a. heavy smokers.b. heavy dri nkers.c. people who are n ervous about flying.d. people who start talk ing to aggressive passe ngers.6. The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means _______________a. in a far-away vacati on spot.b. if the plane cannot return to the airport.c. after everyth ing else has failed.d. with pote ntial troublemakers.7. What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a. allow the passe nger to smokeb. arrest the passe ngerc. restra in the passe ngerd. behave rudely to the passe nger8. The writer's main purpose in this passage is to ________________a. discuss the phe nomenon of air rage.b. expla in the reas ons for air rage.c. suggest soluti ons for airli ne staff faced with air rage.d. war n passe ngers about air rage.C. Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds 'ests in caves inThaila nd, and the n an swer questi ons 1-9 in your own words on a separate an swer sheet.The Nest Hun ters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their n ests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice harde ns quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “ white gold ” , because they cabe sold for thousa nds of dollars in the Chin ese food markets. It is these n ests for which the hun ters ofTam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in souther n Thaila nd is the largest n etwork of caves in side a limest one mou ntai n, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “ cave temple ” . It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far cor ners of the cave complex, is where the n ests are to be found.The n est hun ters climb barefoot up dan gerous bamboo poles hun dreds of metres above the grou nd to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest n ests with the aid of a stick and a n et.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collec ting, or “ harvesting ” , of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the n umber of swiftlets is grow ing. Nest harvest ing beg ins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a seas on. Once the you ngbirds have hatched and flow n, the n ests can be collected and sold to the Chin ese food in dustry as the vital ingredient in bird ' s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird ' s nest soup is centuries old, and thecBbavesasaid tvalue in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin con diti on s, lu ng disease and breathi ng problems.2028Prices of b rds' nesh over the posl 60 yearsPrice (in dollars]of birds' nestsper kilogramIt is importa nt to prepare the n ests thoroughly whe n they arrive in the restaura nt kitche ns. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chin ese chef says: "It is the other in gredie nts which give the soupits flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chin ese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell. ”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less tha n 10 grams and measure just a few cen timetres. But for the n est hun ters the risks are great in deed.Questi ons:1. What happe ns to the saliva whe n the birds build their n ests?2. Why do the hun ters take such great risks to collect the n ests?3. Which country buys most of the birds ' n ests?4. Why is Suwa n Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of n est hun ti ng particularly dan gerous? Give TWO details.6. Accord ing to the graph, how does the price of birds ' n ests in 2008 compare tothat of 1968?7. How is the bus in ess of n est hun ti ng in Tam Yai con trolled? Give TWO details.8. How is b ird ' s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of En glish (20 min utes 60 marks)A. ClozeSchool ' s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children ' s pictures. A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents tocome and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............. pain ti ng went on sale at 5.Hun dreds of pare nts and relati ons came and, together, they spe nt (4) ............. 2,000. £Now the school is (5) ........... of making the exhibiti on bigger n ext year by also con tact ingbus in esses (6) ......... operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildre n ' s pare nts firs(7) ........... a fter going to (8).............. exhibiti ons in her home cou ntry, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ........... the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teachersaid he was delighted to see the school (10) ........... full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB. Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. ____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy ___ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they _______________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that ____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?" "Not great. I to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying __________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You _________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ____________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV __________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. _______ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _____ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn ' t get to the meeting on time _________ raaffitc jam.a. causingb. because ofd. due to13. I have to make an _______ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ______ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it _________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. foundedre very good __________16. I really like Jan and Dave. Theya. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _______ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find ________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn ' t talk about her feelings. She ' s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim _________ h is brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writi ng (20 minu tes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watch ing it.。

高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the followingstatements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answer to eachquestion on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board aship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, whynot go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport,long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves in Thailand, andthen answer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWOdetails.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008compare to that of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWOdetails.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures.A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at £5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent(4) ............ £2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contacting businesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the (7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The HeadTeacher said he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.b. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passived. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。

International High School ProgramChengdu No.7 High SchoolEntrance Test中美国际高中入学考试(Mock Exam Paper: English)英语模拟试卷(120 minutes Full Score 150)时间：120分钟满分：150Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the followingstatements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answerto each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic onboard a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have atimetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway, stopping atplaces of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see the whales aswe sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso to see the ArcticMuseum, the cathedral and the beautiful old woodenhouses. In the evening we sail away along the west coast toBird Island, which is excellent for bird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening and stayovernight. Bear Island once had an active fishing industry,but today little of this remains. We will explore the island,looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, it ishome to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please r ead the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves inThailand, and then answer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collec ting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the youngbirds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said t o have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWO details.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008 compare tothat of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWO details.8. How is b ird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures. Aprimary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents tocome and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at £5.Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent (4) ............ £2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contactingbusinesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the(7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teachersaid he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。

高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whetherthe following statements are true or false. Listen and mark “T”or “F”on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Pleasewrite the answer to each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journeyto the Arctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.1 This trip is for people who like peace and quiet.2 Many different activities are organized on board.3 The voyage begins in Scotland.4 The ship follows a fixed route.5 There are different types of accommodation.6 Passengers serve themselves in the dining room.7 Whales can be seen in the morning near Tromso.8 There are some examples of traditional buildings in Tromso.9 The ship stays overnight in Tromso.10 Bear Island used to be a busy fishing centre.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We willexplore the island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow localpolice to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement ofno-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are usedonly as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nestsin caves in Thailand, and then answer questions 1-9 in your own words ona separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly anytaste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWO details.6. According to the graph, how does the price of bird s’ nests in 2008 compare to that of1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWO details.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures. A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at ￡5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent (4) ............ ￡2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contacting businesses(6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the (7) ............ aftergoing to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teacher saidhe was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed Dproduced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agency15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reserved20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。

高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether thefollowing statements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please writethe answer to each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to theArctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. Thereis a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in cavesin Thailand, and then answer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWOdetails.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008compare to that of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWOdetails.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures.A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at £5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent(4) ............ £2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contacting businesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents firsthad the (7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teacher said he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urban19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。

高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the following statementsare true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recordingTWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answer to eachquestion on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship.Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.1 This trip is for people who like peace and quiet.2 Many different activities are organized on board.3 The voyage begins in Scotland.4 The ship follows a fixed route.5 There are different types of accommodation.6 Passengers serve themselves in the dining room.7 Whales can be seen in the morning near Tromso.8 There are some examples of traditional buildings in Tromso.9 The ship stays overnight in Tromso.10 Bear Island used to be a busy fishing centre.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves in Thailand, and thenanswer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWO details.6. According to the graph, how does the price of bird s’ nests in 2008 compare to thatof 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWO details.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures. A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at ￡5.Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent (4) ............ ￡2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contactingbusinesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the(7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teachersaid he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。

高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether thefollowing statements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please writethe answer to each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to theArctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. Thereis a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in cavesin Thailand, and then answer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWOdetails.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008compare to that of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWOdetails.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures.A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at £5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent(4) ............ £2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contacting businesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents firsthad the (7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teacher said he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urban19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。

高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the following statementsare true or false. Listen and mark “T”or “F”on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answer to eachquestion on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship.Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.1 This trip is for people who like peace and quiet.2 Many different activities are organized on board.3 The voyage begins in Scotland.4 The ship follows a fixed route.5 There are different types of accommodation.6 Passengers serve themselves in the dining room.7 Whales can be seen in the morning near Tromso.8 There are some examples of traditional buildings in Tromso.9 The ship stays overnight in Tromso.10 Bear Island used to be a busy fishing centre.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves in Thailand, and thenanswer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWO details.6. According to the graph, how does the price of bird s’ nests in 2008 compare tothat of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWO details.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures. A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at ￡5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent (4) ............ ￡2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contactingbusinesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the(7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The HeadTeacher said he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。

高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether thefollowing statements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please writethe answer to each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to theArctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. Thereis a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in cavesin Thailand, and then answer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWOdetails.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008compare to that of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWOdetails.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures.A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at £5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent(4) ............ £2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contacting businesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents firsthad the (7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teacher said he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urban19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。