安徽省涡阳县第一中学高二下学期英语暑期作业(四)(PDF版)

高二英语暑假作业(四)〔120分钟 120分〕第一局部听力(共两节, 总分为20分)第二局部英语知识运用(共两节, 总分为35分)第一节单项填空(共15小题;每一小题1分, 总分为15分)请认真阅读下面各题, 从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中, 选出最优选项。

21. (2013·烟台模拟)—I hear physics is your favorite subject.— _______It’s really beyond me.A. That depends.B. Far from it!C. That’s a good point.D. Out of question.22. (2013·延吉模拟)The leader of the factory told us that very little______was made of the waste material in the past.A. costB. valueC. useD. matter23. When the accident happened, your brother escaped being hurt, _______?A. didn’t heB. did heC. didn’t itD. did it24. (2013·哈尔滨模拟)It is uncertain______side effects these weight-loss drugs will bring about, although hundreds of thousands of people have taken it.A. thatB. whetherC. howD. what25. On Oct. 27, 2012, President Obama highlighted the work of the new independent consumer watchdog he fought to create, which______for consumers and protects Americans.A. watches outB. stands upC. closes downD. points out26. Mo Yan thinks that China has many____authors, and their great works should also be recognized by the world.A. interestingB. independentC. outstandingD. intelligent27. Car control is a subject_____Beijingers have argued for a long time.A. whichB. thatC. with whichD. about which28. (2013·南昌模拟)—What does the sign over there read?—“No person_____smoke or carry a lighted cigarette, cigar or pipe in this area. 〞A. shallB. mayC. mustD. will29. —What makes you a history major?—Interest. I ________ it because my high school history teacher influenced me a lot.A. lovedB. had lovedC. loveD. have loved30. House prices vary from place to place and are usually high ________ there are famous schools.A. whereB. sinceC. whenD. whether31. (2013·厦门模拟)With so many years of______experience, the festival has become well-oiled machine.A. /;aB. an; theC. the; aD. an; a32. All of Beijing’s highways, including the airport expressways, have given free ________ to small passenger cars during one of the longest-ever eight-day National Day holidays.A. taxB. troubleC. passageD. ticket33. ______around the Tower of London, the group of American teenagers were taken to BuckinghamPalace.A. Having shownB. Being shownC. To have been shownD. Having been shown34. We are always taught not to panic______what happens.A. as a result ofB. regardless ofC. in spite ofD. on account of35. (2013·唐山模拟)—I’d rather have some wine, if you don’t mind.—______. Don’t forget that you’ll drive.A. Anything but thatB. By all meansC. Take it easyD. I wouldn’t say no to this第二节完形填空(共20小题;每一小题1分, 总分为20分)请认真阅读下面短文, 从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中, 选出最优选项。

⾼⼆下学期英语暑假作业14有答案⾼⼆下学期英语暑假作业14有答案⼀、任务型阅读理解（A）How would you like to pay?How do you pay for your coffee? Is it with change? I usemy tap-and-go card. I don't even need to enter my PINnumber or a signature to authorise payment. It's quicker andeverybody in the queue is happy.Contactless payments are gaining popularity. Thoseconcerned about security will be pleased to know that the amount of money you can spend in one go is limited – in the UKit's currently ￡30. But if the card is used a few times in a row, a PIN number will be needed. If a thief gets hold of your card and goes on a spending spree, your bank covers you against fraud. Whereas, if someone steals your banknotes, that's your bad luck!For those who are always forgetting where they put their cards, there's a new solution:wearable tech: clothing and accessories that have integrated electronic technology. Kenneth Cukier, an economist and technology expert, says: "You can simply take any wireless card and the chip from it that your bank might issue you with, and you can put it in a coat. When you want to make a payment just wave your arm in front of the terminal and leave the coffee shop with your latte. This is intended for people who don't want to take their card out of their wallet, use their phone or their watch." Good, isn't it? And new ways of spending money are not stopping there. The future is all about biometrics. Very convenient if you are at the beach or a festival – there's a new system in development which will make it possible to read the unique maps of veins under the surface of your finger, and use them to authenticate payments – or prove that it's you making the payments. You just need to remember which finger you registered with.nd the temptation to buy more stuff increases. But it's worth bearing in mind that earning the money in the first place will still require the same effort. Back to work then!测验与练习1. 阅读课⽂并回答问题。

高二下学期暑假作业(四)第Ⅰ卷（满分70分）第一部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30 分）阅读下面的短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。

AParents usually go to malls to find new school supplies for their children. One of the most important things to get during this time is the backpack. Most students choose to bring a backpack because it allows them to have both hands free. This makes the bag less likely to hinder (妨碍)other activities that the person carrying it may be doing at the same time. Here are the ways parents can choose the perfect backpack for school.How many books will children be carrying to school? How many notebooks should be inside the bag? Parents should know these details before buying a bag for their children. Each situation requires a different bag so it pays to ask children about the expected load.Do children need special storage for the bag? If they will be carrying a laptop computer inside the new backpack, make sure that parents get a model that’s designed specifically for laptop use. This will protect the computer from bumps and falls that might damage the device if it had less protection.Are children going to use the bag for a long time? If they want to use a bag for a long time，parents will be better off investing in a good brand that is known for1quality. Parents may have to pay extra cash to get the top of the line and the best backpack in the market.Count the pockets. Backpacks usually come with a lot of pockets, and generally, the more pockets, the better. This allows children to organize their things, like pens and pencils inside small pockets.Picking the perfect school backpack is all about getting the sweet compromise(折中）between form, function and price. Remember to choose the best fit for children’s needs.1.What does the second paragraph mainly talk about?A.Parents should find out how many books their children have.B.Parents must ask teachers for help before buying a backpack.C.Parents should know the weight of things that will go inside the backpack.D.Parents must ask their children’s requirements when buying a backpack.2.The underlined word “bumps” in the third paragraph is closest in meaningto_____C.knocks B. jumps C. standsD. beats3.Which of the following can we know from the text?A.Picking a backpack is very easy to do.B.It’s better for children to have a backpack that has more pockets.C.The backpacks that have a good brand are more popular with children.D.Parents always feel worried when buying a backpack for their children.BDuring the past Spring Festival, many children may have received red packets from their families. But Xing Pu, a 40－year－old economist，is asking the government to give red packets to every Chinese citizen.Xing suggested the government give out 1，000 yuan to each Chinese since the government income has increased rapidly in recent years. He said his suggestion would allow everyone to directly enjoy the fruits of the country's economic success，2help the lower－income groups deal with rising prices and increase consumption(消费)around the country.Recent years have seen the government carry out a series of pro－poor (扶贫) and pro－rural(惠农)policies，including increasing spending on public health care and calling off the agricultural tax. But the lower－income group still needs more help while being hit hard by an 11－year high in prices and recent snowstorms.Xing said while making the draft，he has borrowed many ideas from practices in countries like the United States and Singapore. Earlier this year，the governments of the two nations offered cash handouts(救济)to their citizens as the result of a surplus in government income. As for in China，“We can even encourage the rich to donate their 1，000 yuan red packet to the poor，” said Xing.Although Xing's suggestion has gained wide support among ordinary Chinese on the Internet，many other economists criticized it as unpractical. Even Xing himself admitted he made the suggestion without any careful calculation. But they agreed with Xing's point that the growing economic pie should be shared among the people.“To better use the increase of money，handing out money is not a solution that holds good for all time. It could be better to improve the public service or cut the price of energy use in daily life，” said Qiao Xinsheng，an economics professor.4. Xing Pu suggested that the government give out 1，000 yuan to each Chinesebecause ________．A. the poor should get help from the richB. the government should help the richC. the growing economic pie should be shared among the peopleD. the government doesn't know how to use the money5．What has the government done to help the lower－income group?A. Spending less on public health care.B. Increasing the agricultural tax.C. Handing out money to every Chinese.3D. Carrying out pro－poor policies.6．According to some experts，what is better than giving out money?A. Supplying food to everyone every day.B. Cutting the price of energy use in daily life.C. Controlling the rising of prices.D. Increasing the government income.7．Xing Pu's ideas of giving red packets to every Chinese citizen mainly came from ________．A. children receiving red packets from their familiesB. the US and Singapore governments offering cash handouts to their citizensC. the government's increasing spending on public health careD. the rising prices in the countryCShellharbour City Library provides a range of Library Special Needs Services for people who are unable to access our library service in the usual way. As long as you live in Shellharbour City, we'll provide a full range of library services and resources including：● Large printed and ordinary printed books● Talking books on tape and CD● DVDs and m usic CDs● Magazines● Reference and information requestsYou will be asked to complete a ‘Statement of Need’ application form which must be signed by a medical professional.Home delivery serviceLet us know what you like to read and we will choose the resources for you. Our staff will deliver the resources to your home for free. We also provide a service where we can choose the resources for you or someone instead of you choose the things from the library. You can also choose the resources you need personally.Talking books and captioned videosThe library can provide talking books for people who are unable to use printed4books because of eye diseases. You don't have to miss out on reading any more when you can borrow talking books from the library. If you have limited hearing which prevents you from enjoying movies, we can provide captioned videos for you at no charge.Languages besides EnglishWe can provide books in a range of languages besides English. If possible, we will request these items from the State Library of NSW, Australia.How to join?Contact the Library Special Needs Coordinator to register or discuss if you are eligible(合适的) for any of the services we provide—Tuesday，Wednesday and Thursday 9am—5pm on 4297 2522 for more information.8. Library Special Needs Services are meant for ________．A. those who are fond of readingB. only those who have walking disabilitiesC. people living in Shellharbour City with an illness or disabilityD. those who can't get medical help in Shellharbour City9. If people with eye diseases want to learn about history, they can choose _______A. talking booksB. captioned videosC. magazinesD. large printed books10. What can we learn from the passage?A. Few entertaining resources are offered here.B. Books with different languages are available.C. People with limited hearing have to pay for captioned videos.D. People have to choose what they need by themselves.11. To get home delivery service, you must ________．A. only choose printed booksB. register ahead of timeC. pay the library ahead of timeD. have others choose the resources for youDI’d like to share a little story with you about something that happened when I was four. I remember it clearly. Our loving family dog was nearing the end of his life.5My father picked him up and put him in a little bed we had made for him. Our dog, my companion, whom we had cared for, bit my father when he attempted to help him. How could he? Why? I couldn’t understand it. I didn’t like him anymore.I hadn’t thought about that story for a long time but something that happened last week brought it back to me. I went to speak with a friend. When I knocked on the door, I met in an instant an angry look and a few harsh(尖刻的)words. When the door was slammed(砰地关上)in my face, I stood there shocked, and in a rush, I was reminded of my dog bit my father 20 years ago or so. What brought that story back was that same feeling of betrayal.Both stories taught me something the next day. You see, when I got up in the morning and was told my dog had died, it became clear to me that he must have been in great pain. For him to have bitten a family member, he could not have been himself. Much the same for the other story when I learned that my friend’s wife had just left him.We are all beings of our environments, our opinions and feelings. And all of those things can cause you to say and do things that can’t be understood by those who are not in the same situation with you.If you meet someone either behaving out of character or acting in a way that doesn’t seem to fit the situation, put out your hand and be patient when you think it is least possible for him to do so. You may turn around a story that has a sad ending simply by your actions.12. What is the influence of the incident mentioned in Paragraph 1?A. It hurt his father’s feeling deeply.B. It has puzzled the author ever since.C. It left a deep impression on the author.D. It made the author dislike dogs.613. What made the author think of the story of about 20 years ago?A. His friend’s attitude.B. The photo of the dog.C. His father’s wound.D. His friend’s suffering.14. Why did the author’s friend say harsh words to the author?A. He was ill-tempered.B. He was suffering the pain of losing his wife.C. He was bothered by an unexpected visit.D. They once quarreled and he couldn’t forgive the author.15. What’s the author’s advice to us?A. Help those in need.B. Look before you leap.C. Respect for others is a kind of virtue.D. Learn to put yourself in others’ shoes.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10 分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出最佳选项。

2021年高二下学期暑假作业英语试题（14）含答案一阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A,B,C和D）中，选出最佳选项。

AChina has announced it’s abolishing its one-child policy. Whatdifference has it made, statistically speaking?400 million births preventedThe one-child policy, officially in place since 1979, has prevented 400 million births. Parents have faced fines and other punishments for having more children.The majority of the decrease in China’s fertility rate happened in the 1970s. It dropped from 5.8 children per woman in 1970 to 2.7 in 1978. Despite the one-child policy the rate had only fallen to 1.7 by xx.21:28-baby deaths rateSince the one-child policy was introduced, baby girls have bee more likely to die than boys.In the 1970s, according to the United Nations, 60 males per 1, 000 live births died under the age of one. For girls the figure was 53. In the 1980s, after the one-child policy became official, the rate for both was 36. By the 1990s, 26 males per 1,000 live births died before the age of one - and 33 girls. The xxs saw 21 boys per 1,000 live births dying and 28 girls.1.16 boys born for every girlSexually selective abortions have been considered as a major cause of China's unusual imbalance.Gietel-Basten, associate professor in social policy at Oxford University, says the births of many girls are not registered if parents have broken the rule by having two children, adding officials often turn a blind eye. It's estimated there are now 33 million more men than women in China.4: 2: 1 familiesWith the ageing of China's population and the continuation of the one-child policy, a “4: 2 :1” home is the description given to households in which there are four grandparent, cared for by two working age parents, who themselves have one child.By 2050, it’s predicted that a quarter of China's population will be 65 or older. The predicted decline in the number of people of working age is thought to have persuaded the government to drop the one-child policy.1. When was the baby deaths rate for both boys and girls equal?A. In the 1970s.B. In the 1980s.C. In the 1990s.D. In the xxs2. What makes the one-child policy abolished according to the passage?A. The decline of birth rate.B. The rise of baby deaths rate.C. The change of family structure.D. The decline of working age people.3. The passage sums up the one child policy by ________________.A. numberB. exampleC. contrast DBPicking a university is a tense period of asking yourself which institution is most relevant. That's why university rankings play such a vital role in students searching for their next academic direction. Rankings are also an inescapable part of the reputation and brand image of universities. "No university website is plete without the claim to be in the top 100 for something or other," reported the BBC. The reason is simple: Rankings help them to attract students, staff and research investment.Currently there are numbers of university rankings, and each has its own list of standards. But the main standards are the same: academic reputation, graduates' performance and faculty(教师)resources.However, experts point out the ranking process isn't entirely reliable. Mark Kantrowitz, a US financial aid researcher, said university rankings were mostly just for show. He wrote in The New York Times. “It may give your parents better bragging(炫耀) rights, but that's about it.”Moreover, it's not difficult to see the limitations of university rankings. Many rankings focus on the number of times research work is cited (引用) by other researchers. It helps British and US universities to dominate (支配) global rankings because English is the favored language of academia, John O'Leary, a member of the QS academic advisory board, told The Guardian.Also, rankings such as QS mainly focus on the qualities of the university rather than its students. “Any university ranking is likely to help students make better decisions about where to study, but the need to balance them with other more human factors is also important,” said Phil Moss, an education and admissions consultant.“Advice from graduates or current students can be as valuable in providing a genuine insight(洞察) into the experience or quality of a particular degree program. It can also add an element that rankings can never convey---the actual emotion ofa university experience.”4. Why do universities consider rankings important?A. Rankings make them more appealing.B. Rankings are students' only reference.C. Rankings can increase their academic level.D. Rankings help them plete their websites.5. What does the underlined "It" in paragraph 4 refer to?A. Academic research work.B. The number of researches.C. The way of ranking universities.D. The limitation of university ranking.6. According to John O'Leary, what helps British and US universities rank well?A. The wide use of English in academia.B. Their outstanding qualities.C. Their graduates' excellent performance.D. The academia's favor to them.7. Besides ranking, what does Phil Moss suggest you should refer to if you're picking a university?A. Investment in education.B. Guidance from professors.C. Information on websites.D. Suggestions from s二（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

2024年滁州市高二教学质量监测英语（答案在最后）注意事项：1．答卷前，务必将自己的姓名和座位号填写在答题卡和试卷上。

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第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.What will the man do first after class?A．Meet the woman.B．See Prof.Smith.C．Attend a lecture.2．Where will Peter spend his vacation?A．New York.B．Paris.C．Beijing.3．When does the movie begin?A．At10:30.B．At8:30.C．At6:30.4．Where are the speakers?A．At a swimming pool.B．In a clothing shop.C．At a school lab.5．How does the woman go to work?A．By car.B．On foot.C．By bike.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6．What is the possible relationship between the speakers?A．Classmates.B．Co-workers.C．Strangers.7．How does the woman feel about Jack’s situation?A．Embarrassed.B．Disappointed.C．Concerned.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

得夺市安庆阳光实验学校武邑中学高二英语下学期暑假作业试题（4）一阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A 、B 、C、D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AWe all have our ways of marking time. As a photographer, my life is measured from one story to the next. My oldest son was born in the middle of a long story about the Endangered Species Act. My daughter came along with a pack of gray wolves. Twenty stories later, though, it’s the story in Alaska that I’ll remember best. It was the story about the loss of wilderness —and the story during which my wife Kathy got cancer. That’s the one that made time stand still. I stopped taking pictures on the day when she found that tumor (肿瘤). Cruelly, it was Thanksgiving. By Christmas, she had become very weak. Some days she was so sick that she couldn’t watch TV.Early examination saves time. But ours was not early. By the time you can feel it yourself, it’s often bigger than the doctor wants it to be.Cancer is a thief. It steals time. Our days are already short with worry. Then comes this terrible disease, unfair as storm at harvest time. But cancer also has the power to change us, for good. We learn to simplify, enjoying what we have instead of feeling sorry for what we don’t. Cancer even made me a better father. My work had made me a stranger to my three kids. But now I pay attention to what really matters. This is not a race. This is a new way of life and new way of seeing, all from the cancer.In the end each of us has so little time. We have less of it than we can possibly imagine. An d even though it turns out that Kathy’s cancer has not spread, and her prognosis (诊断) is good, we try to make it all count now, enjoying every part of every day.I’ve picked up my camera again. I watch the sky, searching for beautiful light. When winter storms come, Kathy and I gather our children and take the time to catch snowflakes (雪花) on our tongues. After all, this is good. This is what we’re living for.1．As a photographer, the author used to ________．A. leave his daughter with a pack of gray wolvesB. express his love for his family in a special wayC. devote much more to his career than his familyD. miss a great many important historical moments2．Why did the author decide to stop taking pictures? ________A. To cure his own disease.B. To leave the wildness alone.C. To seek a better position.D. To spend more timewith his wife3．What is the biggest change the cancer has brought to the author? ________A. He treasured every bit of time with his family.B. He has become a stranger to his children.C. He takes his work more seriously.D. He focuses more on medical care.4．The author and his family catch snowflakes on their tongues probably because ________．A. the snowflakes taste very goodB. snowflakes are what they feed onC. they regard that as a way to enjoy lifeD. there is beautiful light in the snowflakesB．Opened in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge was the first long­span bridge to carry motor traffic, and it quickly became the model for the great suspension bridges of the following century. Spanning New York's East River, it provided the first traffic artery （要道）between Manhattan Island and Brooklyn. Before that, the only transportation was by ferries, which were slow and could be dangerous in winter.The construction of a bridge over the East River had been discussed since the early 19th century, but the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861 deflected all consideration of the project. When the war ended in 1865, the bridge became an important issue once more. In 1867, the New York State passed an act setting up the New York Bridge Company for the purpose of constructing a bridge between Manhattan Island and Brooklyn.John Augustus Roebling was chosen to design the bridge. Born in Germany in 1806, he held aggressive views as a student and was listed by the German police as a dangerous figure. He emigrated to America in 1830 to escape political discrimination.Roebling proposed a bridge with a span of 1,500 feet (465 m), with two towers in the East River serving as the main piers. The bridge that was actually built is longer—1,597 feet (486 m), the longest suspension bridge at that time.5．What was the purpose of building the Brooklyn Bridge?A．To replace an old bridge.B．To set up a model for bridge construction.C．To build a long­span bridge for the Civil War.D．To provide faster and safer transportation than boats. 6．Which of the following is closest in meaning to “deflected” in thesecond paragraph?A．blocked B．developed C. deserved D．indicated 7．Which of the following is TRUE about the Brooklyn Bridge?A．It was built in 1865. B．It is shorter than originally planned.C．It was first proposed after the Civil War.D．It was built by the New York Bridge Company.8．According to the passage, which of the following correctly describes John Augustus Roebling?A．He participated in the Civil War and was seriously wounded.B．He was the first person to propose the construction of the bridge.C．He was chosen to design the bridge because of his aggressive views.D．He moved to America because he was discriminated against in his home country.二（共 5 小题，每小题 2 分，满分 10 分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。

高二英语暑假作业题第二部分阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节 (共15小题;每小题2分，满分30分)AWhether you’re making a one-off trip to London or you’re a regular visitor, using an Oyster travel smartcard is the easiest way to travel around the city’s public transport network.Advantages of a Visitor Oyster CardA Visitor Oyster Card is one of the best ways to pay for single journeys on the bus, tube, DLR, tram, London Over-ground and most National Rail services in London:● Save time -- your card is ready to use as soon as you arrive in London.● It’s more than 50% cheaper than buying a paper travel card or single tickets with cash.● There is a daily price cap -- once you have reached this limit, you won’t pay any more.● Enjoy special offers and promotions at leading Lond on restaurants, shops and entertainment venues -- plus discounts on the Emirates Air Line cable car and Thames Clippers river buses.Buy a Visitor Oyster CardBuy a Visitor Oyster card before you visit London and get it delivered to your home address. A card costs ￡3 (non-refundable) plus postage. Order online and arrive with your Oyster in hand! You can also buy a Visitor Oyster card from Gatwick Express ticket offices at Gatwick Airport Station and on board Eurostar trains travelling to London.To p Up(充值)Your Visitor Oyster CardYou can choose how much credit to add to your card. If you are visiting London for two days, you can start with￡20 credit. If you run out of credit, add credit at the following locations:● Touch screen ticket machines i n tube, DLR, London Over-ground and some National Rail stations.● Around 4,000 Oyster Ticket Stops found in newsagents and small shops across London.● TFL Visitor and Travel Information Centers.● Tube and London Over-ground station ticket offices.● Emirates Air Line terminals.1. What benefit will you get from a Visitor Oyster Card when travelling in London?]A. It increases your working efficiency.B. It allows you to have meals free of charge.C. It saves you money on transportation.D. It provides a 50% discount at a London shop.2. How many ways are mentioned to buy a Visitor Oyste r Card in the passage?A. 2.B. 3.C. 4.D. 5.3. Where can you top up your Visitor Oyster card?A. At Gatwick Express ticket offices.B. At a tube stationticket office.C. On the Internet.D. On Eurostar trains.BPeople are always looking for lost cities and occasionally oneis found: Borobudur in Indonesia, for example. But perhaps some of the places people look for never existed— or did they? Here are just a few famous mythical(传说中的)cities.El Dorado.El Dorado is a story that began in 1537, when Spanish explorers found the Muisca people in the mountains of what is now Colombia. They heard the story of a man who covered himself with gold and dived into a lake. Then people began to talk of El Dorado –‘the golden man’Soon people started to think of El Dorado a s a place, too一 a city of gold and amazing riches. Nowadays, the name ’El Dorado’ is still used to mean‘a place where you can get rich quickly.’AtlantisThere was once an island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. It was the mythical island of Atlantis. The people of the island were very rich, thanks to the natural resources(资源)on their island. For hundreds of years, they lived simple lives. But slowly they began to change. They started to want power. So the gods decided to destroy Atlantis. Suddenly, the island and its people were swallowed(淹没)by the sea and were never seen again.ShambhalaIn Tibetan Buddhist tradition, Shambhala is a mystical (神秘的)country that is hidden somewhere behind the Himalayas. Shambhala is a word from an old language that means‘place of peace’or‘place of happiness’. It is said th at there is no war in Shambhala, and in the future , when the world is full of war, a huge army will come out of Shambhala, destroy the world’s bad rulers, and start a new Golden Age. Some people say this will hap pen in 2424.4. Nowadays,‘El Dorado’means‘______’A. Colombia.B. the golden man.C. a place of great wealth.D. the city with mountains.[来源:学*科*网]5. Atlantis was destroyed by_____A. the gods.B. its people.C. its powerful enemies.D. its neighboring country.6. What will probably happen in 2424 according to the last paragraph?A. The Himalayas will disappear.B. The world will be full of peace.C. Shambhala will save the world.D. There will be a war in Shambhala.7. What would be the best title for the text?A. Rich lands .B. Mythical citiesC. Famous tourist attractions.D. Newly-found ancient countries.CPsychologists have discovered that even the most independent-minded of us will conform tosocial pressure when we are with a group of people. In oneclassie experiment, people were showna vertical line and asked to find a line of identical lengthfrom a selection of three.You might think that this is an absurdly easy task, and when people perform it by themselvesthey do it very well. However, psychologists have discoveredthat we are very easily swayed by the opinions of other people when wedo this task in a group. In one study, a group of three peoplewas set up,where two of the people were confederates(同伙)of the experimenter.When the confederates deliberately gave wronganswers,people were often swayed to give the wrong answer also. In fact, 75% of people gave at least one wrong answer, with some people conforming to peer pressure on every occasion.But why do people conform in this way? In an easy task like this, it seems that people donot want to step out of line with the prevailing opinion of the group. On more difficult tasks, people also conform because they lose 〔onfidence in their own ability to make decisions and preferto trust the majority opinion instead.A typical example of this kind of conformity arises when we come across people in distress.Would you help a woman who has been attacked in the street?It turns out that you are much more likely to go to her assistance if you are alone.When other people are also around,a diffusion ofresponsibility occurs. People are paralysed into inaction, because everyone assumes that someone else will go to the woman' s assistance.8. In Paragraph 1, the underlined word "conform" probablymeans“ ”A. seek independenceB. disobey ordersC. seek pleasureD. follow what others do9.What is the purpose of the experiment described in Paragraph 2? ToA. explain why people would be influenced by the opinions of othersB. prove that people are easily influenced by the opinions of othersC. train the confederates of the experimenter as independent-minded[来源:学+科+网Z+X+X+K]D. describe how people would be influenced by the opinions of others10. In the last paragraph, according to the author,why wouldn’t one help the woman ?He .A. thinks he has no responsibilities to give a handB.thinks he has has nothing to do with itC. is too shy to give his helping hand D .thinks someone elsewill offer assistance1l.What method does the author mainly use to develop the text?A. Giving examples.B. Cause-effect analysis.C. Comparative analysis.D. Process analysis.DA group of kids at McIntyre Elementary School, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, have created a special bench to make sure their fellow classmates aren’t left out on the playground. Called the “Bud dy Bench”, students can use the seat as a safe and supportive place to let others know they’d like to be included in playtime, but may be too shy to ask.The concept of the Buddy Bench is simple: Students who want t o partake in playground games and activities, but may feel hesitant, can take a seat, which signifies(表明) to other children on the playground that they may need something extra to encourage them to participate.The idea for the bench came about last year, when Farrell,school counselor at McIntyre Elementary, was conducting a leadership group to help students overcome shyness and gain confidence. Fourfourth-grade students came up with the idea for the Buddy Bench in this workshop, and worked with Farrell to draft a letter to present to the Parent Teacher Staff Organization to make the bench a reality. The PTSO approved the students’ proposal, and installed(安装) a bright metal bench with a cheerful sign that reads “Buddy Bench” on the school’s playground.Since it wa s installed on Nov. 16, the bench has been effective. The simple concept has resonated with(引起共鸣) the students, andalready has created a better environment within the school community.“Each day, I go to see the buddy bench working,” Farrell said. “The lessons they are learning now will benefit them their entire lives. It is simply a beautiful example of kids wanting to be kind and continue to be kind every day.”12. Who is Buddy Bench created for?A. Students who love games and activities.B. Students who want and continue to be kind.C. Students who are in Farrell’s leadership group.D. Students who are left out on the playground.13. Who thought of the idea for the Buddy Bench?A. Farrell.B. The PTSO.C. Four students.D. Some parents.14. What does the underl ined word “they” in the last paragraph refer to?A. The PTSO.B. The workshop members.C. Buddy Bench users.D. Farrell and teachers.15. Which of the following statements can show “the bench has been effective”?A. More and more creative ideas have come up.B. The workshop kids have set a good example.C. The PTSO has decided to provide more buddy benches.D. Some shy students have found friends on the playground.第二节 (共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

得夺市安庆阳光实验学校武邑中学高二英语下学期暑假作业试题（5）第一节(共15小题;每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A,B,C和D)中，选出最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AFor their nick-of-time acts, Toby, a 2-year-old dog, and Winnie, a cute cat, were named Dog and Cat of the Year by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.As Amy Paul choked(哽住) on a piece of apple at her home, her dog jumped up, landing hard on her chest and forcing the piece in her throat out. When the Keesling family of Indiana was about to be killed by carbon monoxide, their cat clawed at the wife Cathy’s hair until she woke up and called for help.No one could explain their timely heroics.Both pets were rescued by their owners in infancy-----Toby as a4-week-old thrown into a garbage bin to die, and Winnie as a week-old orphan hiding under a barn, so helpless that Cathy’s husband, Eric, had to feed her milk with an eyedropper.As the Keeslings recalled it, a gas-driven pump being used broke down, spreading carbon monoxide through the house. By the time Winnie went to rescue, the couple’s 14-year-old son was already unconscious. “Winnie jumped on the bed and was clawing at me, with a kind of angry sound,” Cathy Keesling said. The state police responding to her 911 call said the family was only minutes from death, judging by the amount of poisonous gas in the house.Amy Paul’s husband was at his job when she took a midday break from making jewelry and bit into an apple. “Normally I peel them, but I read in Good Housekeeping Magazine that the skin has all the nutrients, so I ate the skin, and that’s what caused me to choke,” she recalled. “I couldn’t breathe and I was in panic when Toby jumped on me. He never does that, but he did, and saved my life.”Both Toby and Winnie accompanied their owners to the awards luncheon.1. What would be the suitable title for the passage?A. Great Honors for Cat and DogB. Dog and Cat Honored for Saving Their MastersC. Unforgettable ExperiencesD. So Smart Animals Are2. Winnie saved the lives of its owner’s whole family in an accident by __________.A. jumping onto its ownerB. calling for helpC. making some strange noisesD. clawing at Cathy’s hair3. Which of the following has the similar meaning to the underlined word“infancy” in Paragraph 4?A. babyhoodB. YouthC. Middleage D. agedness4. What caused the carbon monoxide spreading through the house?A. A pump breaking down.B. A driver breaking into the house.C. The burninggas. D. The poisonous gas.BWatson entered Mr. Smith's office. The boss was a hard man. He fired people who didn't do well without giving them a second chance.“Watson,” said Mr. Smith, “this past year your department hasn't earned money. We're going to drop that department. It's finished. I'm sorry, ---but you'll have to go.” “But, sir---if I just had a little more time. For the moment I need the job to keep my son at Riverside School.”“What's that!” said the boss.“ Riverside! I didn't know you had a boy t here. That's an expensive school for a man with your salary.”“I know, sir. But he likes it there so much！He's a star athlete and the best boxer in the school. The boys call him Champ (冠)there.”The boss sat perfectly still for a long time—a faraway (恍惚的) look in his eyes. Then, suddenly, he said, “We've got to close your department, Watson. But you'll take over a new job in another department. It means longer hours—maybe more pay. Now get out. You're here for life.”Watson got out, with surprise on his face. Then the boss took a letter from the top drawer of his desk. It was Herbie's last letter from Riverside School written a few days before he died. He had read it over and over again with sick pain. The letter read:I can't say the boys here are any nicer to me than the others were.I guess it's the same everywhere when you're a cripple (跛脚的人). But don't worry about me, Dad. They've got a good chemistry department here. And there's one boy here who is really great. He's a track star and boxing champ and just tops in chemistry. The boys call him Champ. He made them stop throwing my books around. And he knocked a boy down who hit me. He is the best friend I ever had. Dad, when I grow up, I want to do something for Champ. Something big—that he won't even know about.Your son，Herbie5. Mr.Smith wanted to fire Watson because ________．A. Watson would take over a new job in another departmentB. Watson had his son study in Riverside SchoolC. Watson's son knocked a boy down who hit HerbieD. Watson's department didn't earn money that year6. We can learn from the text that ________．A. Mr.Smith didn't know that Champ was Watson's son at firstB. Mr.Smith was told not to fire Watson by HerbieC. Mr.Smith decided to give Watson another chance in no timeD. Mr.Smith wanted to realize Champ's dream7. According to the text, which words can best describe Mr.Smith?A. Sympathetic and gratefulB. Selfish and greedyC. Hardworking and strictD. Easy-going and optimistic8. The author wrote the text in order to ________A. make our children enjoy lifeB. share a moving story with usC. provide us with tips on workD. help us to deal with our boss第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10 分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

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（一）Today marks the 40th anniversary（纪念日） of the Tangshan earthquake, which___1___(claim)more than 240,000 lives. China Daily talks___2___ two people, brought together by the injuries they suffered, ____3___have spent four decades rebuilding their lives.Forty years ago, when Gao Zhihong had just graduated ____4____ college, the then-25-year-old returned home to visit her family. The joy of reunion ___5__(do)last long: 10 hours after Gao's arrival in Tangshan, Hebei province, the city ____6___(hit)by a massive earthquake that caused more ____7___ 240,000 deaths.That night, Gao's life was turned upside down.She arrived in her hometown at about 6 pm____8____July 27. "My whole family was so happy ____9___(see)me. My sister and I planned to go shopping the next day," the 65-year-old recalled, her memories____10___(dim)by the intervening years.（二）I have a confession to make: I don't look very much like the picture I uploaded ____1___my social media profile. I'm ____2___(actual)a bit fatter, and my hair is a bit darker and… well, I don't look that good in real life. ____3____don't we all wish we looked better in photographs?Well, most people do - and that's ____4____the verb ‘to photoshop’was born. It comes from the name of a popular software package and it describes the action of digitally____5___(alter) images.Back in the ____6___(day)of analogue photography, the equipment necessary for _____7___(enhance)photographic images was usually only found in the hands of professionals - ____8____amateurs keen enough to have a photo lab at home. Fast-forward to the present, anduser-friendly computer software ____9____(mean)that anyone can digitally airbrush images to make themselves look slimmer, taller, younger,____10____(beauty). You too can create a perfect portrait, in your own living room, at the click of a mouse.（三）The British Department of Education announced recently that half of the primary schools in England ____1___(teach)mathematic in the "Asian way", ____2____the government will provide huge funds____3___ pay for teaching materials and teachers' training.Because of ___4___poor performance of British students in the Program for International Student Assessment, coordinated by theOrganization for Economic Cooperation and Development, and Shanghai students' stellar showing in the assessment, many Britons had been asking the government ____5___(adopt)the "Shanghai method" of teaching math. BBC has even made a documentary(纪录片) ___6___how to introduce the Chinese math teaching method to British schools.These developments ____7___ (prompt) some in China to assume the Chinese education model has got the global stamp of____8____ (excellent). But let us not jump to conclusions.___9___the "Shanghai method" will be used in England's primary schools and teachers ___10___(train)to follow it, it doesn't mean they have turned to the "Chinese education model" to achieve success.（四）Sean: What a fine day! Oh, I can spend all my freetime 1 (read) on this balcony on a fine day like this. I like it.Jean: The balcony is very beautiful, but I don’t like the fact that it 2 (face) north.Sean: Why? What’s wrong with its facing north?Jean: You don’t know that 3 the balcony faces north, it will get cool in the summer, but too cold in the winter.Sean: You don’t have to worry about that. We havethe 4 (center) heating system in winter, don’t we?Jean: Yes, we do. The best houses face south, anyway. In that case, we will enjoy the cool wind in the summer and the warm sunshine in the winter.Sean: Oh, darling, I’m sorry, 5 we don’t have enough money for such a house.Jean: Well, forget 6 . I was just talking. The nice environment of this apartment is good for our children. I am satisfied with it. Sean: Thanks. And it’s convenient7 you to go to work and go shopping.Jean: You’re right. To our children, it’s also close to their school. That’s really8 (satisfy).Sean: I’m mo st 9 (attract) by the price. You know it costs the least in Beijing.Jean: The least? Are you sure? Do you know the developer?Sean: I know little about the developer but I am sure this isthe 10 (cheap) building here.（五）An old proverb says, “Friends are like wine; the older, the better.” So, nowadays many people consider old friends tobe 1 (important) than new friends. For example, if two pieces of advice 2 (give) to solve a problem, one from a new friend and the other from 3 old friend, people always tendto 4 (adoption) the latter one, although the new friend's advice may be better.5 (disagree) with the old proverb, I believe that new friends are not6 (necessary) worse than old friends. Why? Because the length of time cannot determine whether your friendship is better or not.Once you call someone friend, he must be a person whois 7 (rely) and whose interests are in commonwith 8 (you). As time goes by, a friend's outside look may change, but the inside characters of him and hisinterests 9 (change).It is just these unchangeable characters and interests 10 make him a friend to you. Therefore, on this point, there is no difference between old friends and new friends. The Key(1)1. claimed2. with3. who4. from5.didn't6. was hit7. than8. on9. to see 10. not dimmed(2)1. to2. actually3. But4. how5. altering6. days7. enhancing8. or9. means 10. more beautiful(3)1. will teach2. for which3. to4. the5. to adopt6. on7. have prompted 8. excellence 9. Although /though 10. will be trained(4)1. reading2. faces3. if4. central5. but6. it7. for8. satisfying9. attracted 10. Cheapest(5)1. more important2. an3. though/although4. Disagreeing5. necessarily6. length7. whose8. yours9. will not change 10. Thus/Therefore/So。

得夺市安庆阳光实验学校高二英语作业 (4) M5 Unit 1 Getting along with others一. 单项选择1. Jim was not ______ to the club, because at that time he was not a member of it.A. allowedB. permittedC. admittedD. let2. Alice trusts you; only you can ______ her to give up the foolish idea.A. suggestB. attractC. absorbD. persuade3. I don’t think it is teachers who ______ for giving students too much pressure.A. are to blameB. are going to blameC. are to be blamedD. should blame4. Paul strongly denied that he was guilty ______ cheating innocent customers.A. againstB. aboutC. ofD. for5. You must apologize ______ her ______ what you have done.A. /; forB. for; toC. to; /D. to; for6. The number of deaths from heart disease will be reduced greatly ifpeople ______ to eat more fruit and vegetables.A. will be persuadedB. will persuadeC. persuadeD. are persuaded7. It was ______ of you not to give others a ride in your new car.A. jealousB. unfairC. greedyD. mean8. ______ is no doubt that the Rockets will defeat the Washington Wizards in the next game.A. ItB. AsC. ThatD. There9. The bad weather discouraged us ______ on the picnic and we had to stay at home.A. from goingB. to goC. goD. in going10. He is suffering from a heart disease, and I am afraid his weak heartcannot ______ any bad news like this.A. standB. holdC. carryD. support11.______ the employees’ working efficiency, the supervisor will allow them to have a coffee break.A. ImprovingB. To improveC. Having improvedD. Improved12. Aids is said _____ the biggest health challenge to both men and womenin that area over the past few years.A. that it isB. to beC. that it has beenD. to have been13. After he became conscious, he remembered ______ and _____ on the head with a rod.A. to attack; hitB. to be attacked; to be hitC. attacking; be hitD. having been attacked; hit 14. When I went in, he pretended _____ a newspaper.A. to readB. to be readingC. readingD. to have read 15. It took a long time for the connection between body temperature and illness ______.A. to makeB. to be madeC. makingD. being made 二. 完形填空Water and its importance to human life were the centre of the world ’s attention last week. March 22 was World Water Day and 16 the theme “Water for Life ”.There are more than one billion people in the world who live without 17 drinking water. The United Nations 18 to cut this number in half by 2015.Solving such a big problem seems like a(n) 19 challenge. Buteveryone, 20 teenagers, can do something to help. A teenage girl in the US has set an example to the 21 of her age around the world.Rene Haggerty, 13, was awarded the 2004 Gloria Barron Prize for her work — 22 discarded batteries which pollute water.In 2003, Haggerty went on a field trip to the Great Lakes Science Centre in Ohio. There she saw an exhibit about how 23 in old batteries harm the water of Lake Erie.Haggerty learnt that 24 the batteries was an easy solution. “I think everybody can do it, because everyone 25 batteries, and it can make a big difference.” With these words, she began to 26 awareness in her area.She 27 her county government and school board. She got permission to start a recycling programme in schools 28 the public library, hospital, and churches. With help from her family, friends and local waste-management 29 , she gathered containers, arrangedtransportation, and made a(n) 30 video. Over the past two years, she collected four tons of batteries and drew the attention of officials, who were in charge of a battery recyclingprogramme but had made 31 progress. When asked 32 she feels like a hero, Haggerty is quite 33 . “Not really. Well, maybe for the fish I saved!”Every year the Gloria Barron Prize is 34 to young Americansaged 8 to 18 who have shown leadership and courage in 35 the public and the planet. Each year ten winners receive US $ 2,000 each, to helpwith their education costs or their public service work. 16. A. had B. gave C. wrote D. discussed17. A. enough B. safe C. much D. polluted 18. A. asks B. orders C. hopes D. ensures 19. A. good B. strong C. important D. unreal20. A. especially B. sometimes C. even D. seldom21. A. boys B. others C. students D. grown-ups22. A. collecting B. selling C. buying D. using23. A. things B. chemicals C. water D. air24. A. making B. recycling C. reducing D. handling25. A. uses B. has C. throws D. needs26. A. tell B. increase C. spread D. inform27. A. talked to B. listened to C. heard from D. thought about28. A. and B. besides C. as well as D. as good as29. A. officials B. workers C. clerks D. experts30. A. industrial B. agricultural C. scientific D. educational31. A. much B. no C. some D. little32. A. if B. how C. when D. why33. A. proud B. glad C. modest D. worried34. A. praises B. helps C. supports D. honors35. A. awarding B. saving C. serving D. favoring三. 阅读理解AShanghai—Shanghai officials are welcoming a new national-water law that they say will help them protect the upper reaches of the Huangpu River and other water ways in Shanghai.The new law, which came into effect yesterday, updates a law enacted （颁布） in 1988 that focused on supplying water to needy areas, but didn’t pay a great deal of attention to environmental protection.The previous law, for example, gave local authorities power over waterways in these areas, but didn’t pay attention to the sources of those rivers and lakes. So, Shanghai was responsible for cleaning and protecting the lower reaches of the Chang Jiang River but had no say in how the river’s upper reaches, which feed into Shanghai, are maintained.The new law will make it easier to control the amount of waste that ends up in local rivers and reduce inefficient use of waterways, said Zhang Jia-yi, director of the Shanghai Water Affairs Bureau, on the bureau’s website commenting on law yesterday.Zhang said the new law focuses on the efficient use of water sources and emphasizes the harmonious development of China’s population, its economy and environment.Zhang also emphasizes the city will crack down on companies and individuals that pollute the city’s water sources. The bureau sets up a special force to investigate(调查) water pollution in March.So far this year, the bureau has published more than 3 million in fines on various polluters, Zhang said.36. The best title for the news report should be ______.A. A new Law Is BornB. A New Water Law to Protect RiversC. Is it Necessary to Protect the RiversD. Make Full Use of WaterSources37. The underlined phrase “crack down on” means _____.A. bring up carefullyB. speak highly ofC. deal with seriouslyD. destroy completely38. Which of the following is NOT true?A. The law in 1988 is suitable for the new requirements.B. The new law will stop waste being poured into the Chang Jiang River.C. A lot of polluting units have been fined this year.D. The new law and the old one are the same in protecting the environment.39. We can infer from the passage that _____ .A. the problem of protecting the water sources wasn’t paid much attention toB. no laws were carried out to manage the water sources in Shanghai.C. the new law mainly emphasizes how to make use of the water sources.D. companies or individuals that polluted the water sources didn’t get fined.BThe winter holidays are a special time at the White House. Each year, about 44,000 people come to see the holiday decorations or to attend holiday parties at the President’s home in Washington, D.C.I was able to attend a press preview of the holiday decorations recently, which was hosted by First Lady Laura Bush. This year’s theme for the decorations is “All Things Bright and Beautiful.” The decorations are all made of fresh flowers, garlands(花环), and fruits. The flowers will have to be changed every few days to keep the look fresh.The main Christmas tree is in the Blue Room. It’s an 18-foot fir tree—tall enough that the chan-delier(吊灯) had to be removed to make room for it. Fresh white lilies(百合), crystal garlands, and white lights decorate the White House Christmas tree. The room smells of pine and lilies.Mrs. Bush was asked whether she called the tree a holiday tree or a Christmas tree. “We know that Americans celebrate the season in a lot of different ways,” she said. “We’ll have a party and a reception here at the White House later during the month. But I think we’ve always called this the White House Christmas tree.”Another centerpiece of the decorations each year is the gingerbread house(姜饼屋), made by chief Thaddeus Dubois.“This is his second gingerbread house,” Mrs. Bush said. “And this year Dubois painstakingly(辛苦地，辛勤地) made it special.” The gingerbread house was made with 100 pounds of gingerbread, 150 pounds of white and dark chocolate, and clear, poured sugar windows. A strand of white lights inside the Gingerbread White House made it glow.40. Mrs. Bush chose “All Things Bright and Beautiful”as the theme forthe decorations to ______..A. highlight nature’s beautyB. show the great wealth of the familyC. express her love of the countryD. differ from other people’s ideas41. Which of the following can probably be used to describe the White House after the decorations?A. New and clean.B. Elegant(高贵的) and beautiful.C. Smelly and shaky.D. Luxurious(豪华的) and serious.42. The passage is mainly about ______. .A. how Americans observe ChristmasB. decorating the White House for holidaysC. the differences between a holiday tree and a Christmas treeD. how to select a present for the White House作业41-5 CDACD 6-10 DDDAA 11-15 BDDBB 16-20 ABCDC 21-25 BABBA 26-30 BACAD 31-35DACDC 36-40 BCACA 41-45 BB。

高二英语假期检测题四第一部分阅读理解（共两节,满分40分）第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分）阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AI placed the spaghetti(意大利面)in front of everyone and sank into my chair with a big sigh. It was Thursday, and like every Thursday, I was exhausted end just sick of everyone and everything.“Mommy?" asked my older daughter." What?” I practically shouted. Could' t they just eat without demanding anything? " It seems that the spaghetti is overcooked," she said.I glanced at my husband, and he just gave a slight nod in agreement with ray daughter. Whycould’ t I even cook something simple as spaghetti? Then I remembered why. Because every timeI was trying to gel dinner cooked, I could be distracted (分心）by so many other things. I hung my head in defeat once again. Sometimes, I just wanted to cry. Throughout my journey in motherhood, 1 have concluded that my abilities are an absolute failure at times. This spaghetti dinner was just another example. I d on' t even know how to balance the “wife” with the “mother” anymore. Romance is a distant memory. My only goal as a mother is to survive, because not burning down ray house or losing a kid would be an accomplishment. .“ It's s okay, honey, ” my husband said as He patted me on the back, “I" see if we have a fro zen pizza or something. " I nodded. I knew we would laugh at this later, but it was just another moment of failure.I looked down at my older daughter as I got up to carry the awful spaghetti to the sink. She hugged me and looked up at me with her big brown eye. I couldn't help but smile. Then she said the words that could make any mother' s mood better, “ I love you, Mommy, and I still think you are the greatest mommy ever!”1. Which of the following is true about the writer according to the first part of the passage? A. She liked every Thursday. B. She was sick.C. She was in a bad mood.D. She had only one child.2.The spaghetti was overcooked because the writer .A. was occupied with too many thingsB. was not good at cookingC, had never cooked such food D. was afraid of burning the house3.What made the author feel better?A. Her husband' s words.B. Her daughter' s words.C. Her daughter's company.D. Her husband 's company.BThe Maryland Science Center is more than fun. You can enjoy the first three floors of exciting things, watch the larger-than-life play on the 4th floor, and travel to other worlds, to far away stars, on the 5th floor.Don’t just look. You arc expected to feel, to turn, to push. Build your own house and learn why it stands or fails. Use computers to work out plans just as famous scientists have done. There is always something new to Learn at the Maryland Science Center.Children and group visitors enjoy half price.The excitement of the Maryland Science Center does not end when you leave. Visit the Science Store for gift you'd like to keep. Electronic jewelry, games, books, and more - take part of the Science Center home with you.Important information :Where to call24 hour general information (410)685 -522524 hour STARLINE night sky information (410)539STAR Group visitor information (410 ) 685 - 2370 HoursThe Maryland Science Center open 7 days a week (except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day). Monday - Friday 10 a.m. -- 6 p. m.Saturday and Sunday 10 a. m. --8 p.m.4. The Maryland Science Center stays openA. every day from 10 a. m. to 8 p. m.B. almost all the weekdays and weekendsC. on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas DayD.4.24 hours a day, 7 day» a week5.By calling (410)685 - 2370 we can get information about .A. the night sky showB. books and gamesC. group price ticketsD. the play on the 4th floor6.“Take part of the Science Center home with you” means that.A. visitors can take part in the activities thereB. some rooms of the Science Center may be sold to visitorsC. the visitors can make the Science Center their homeD. visitors can buy something there and take them home7.Which is true about the Maryland Science Center?A. Visitors can play and learn at the same time.B. It has three floors altogether.C. It helps visitors travel to other countries.D. "The price is the same for children and adults.CCelebrations and traditions hold a special place in a country. It is a time when the families come together and celebrate a holiday，for a particular purpose. Besides (he national festivals and celebrations，many places enjoy some whacky celebrations.Henley-on-Todd RegattaIf you want something quieter, trip over to Alice Springs in the dry heart of Australia. There you will find the Todd Regatta in a riverbed that normally has no water. "the boats are bottomless and without paddle(浆）.The teams run up the riverbed with their feet sticking out of the bottom of their boats.World Black Pudding Throwing ChampionshipIn Greater Manchester UK they throw black puddings. The contest dates back to the 1850s，Competitors from across the world come here for the contest. The aim is to knock Yorkshire puddings offa 20-foot shelf by throwing black puddings at them.Sauna Bathing ChampionshipsIf you prefer it hot, Finland is (he place for you to compete in the Sauna Bathing Championships. Every 30 seconds the heat is turned up, but the contestants (参赛者）must remain seated in an up- right position on the wooden seat. The last person left in the sauna is the winner.The La Tomatlna FestivalEvery August truckloads of tomatoes an pulled in Bunol each year and damped (倾倒）in the city centre. The people throw tomatoes at each other for the whole day, but the only rule is that the tomato must be flattened in the hand first, before being thrown. Even elderly grandmothers have been known to take part. The Naked FestivalJapan hosts the Naked Festival. All male contestants are dressed in oversize diapers and parade through the winter street. Bystanders throw cold water over the contestants，who drink large amounts of sake(日本米酒）in an effort to slop from freezing.8.The underlined word "wacky” in Paragraph 1 meant .A. popularB. strangeC. frighteningD. disappointing9.If you want to play with boats without bottoms, you should go toA. Henley-on-Todd RegattaB. Black Pudding Throwing ChampionshipC. Sauna Bathing ChampionshipsD. The Naked Festival10.The winner of Sauna Bathing Championships is the contestant who_____A. likes it hotB. turns up the heatC. first leaves the saunaD. stays longest in the sauna11.Why do you think the tomato must be flattened in the hand first?A. To make it easy to throw.B. To make it tastier.C. To give it to elderly grandmothers.D. To avoid hurting people.DPeople usually have to cany passports to travel from one country to another. But should animals? Groups around the word are working to create parks that cross country borders. They hope that the parks will help die environment and bring peace and cooperation to neighboring countries."People draw lines on a map and call them countries," said Steve Thompson of the National Parks Conservation Association. "But animals don' t understand international borders. " When animals are kept in small areas，they can spread diseases more easily. They can also hurt the environment by eating too many plants and other animals. Allowing animals to cross borders would help improve these conditions，experts say.But that's just one reason why people to create international parks. People have named the parks “peace parks” because these people believe the parks can help countries learn to work together. The parkscreate a link between communities and a common desire to learn more about one another. According to Steve Thompson, the parks can "help nations resolve international conflict or even war. "Today there are dozens of peace parks on five continents, The parks play an important role in southern Africa. The Kgalagadi Trausfrontier Park is in the Kalahari Desert in South Africa and Botswana. The countries work together to manage the land and the animals that live there. Other countries , such as Zimbabwe and Lesotho, are also forming parks. The parks will let animals wander over larger parts of southern Africa, much as they did centuries ago, and it really helps expand elephant and lion populations, which are now damaged by, confinement (局限）in smaller parks.The parks can also help countries attracting tourists and creating jobs. But many issues still remain, such as illegal killing of animals, pollution, and population pressure on the land.12.Where are the peace parks built?A. In mountainsB. In citiesC. Across desertsD. Across country borders.13.Peace parks help countries learn to work together by_________A. avoiding warsB. solving international conflictsC. creating a link and a learning desireD. understanding international border14.Peace parks play many important roles except that _________ ,A. they can make the neighbor countries get on well with each otherB. they can help to improve the environmentC. they attract tourists and create jobs for the countriesD. they can increase the output of the crops15. What do you think will be talked about after the last paragraph?A. Countries are trying to solve those problems.B. Animals should be protected in the peace parks.C. How many peace parks there are in the world now.D. The reasons why the countries build peace parks第二节(共5小题;每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文的内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。

新高二开学摸底考试英语A卷（新高考卷区专用）- 2023~2024学年新高二英语暑假作业（教师版）学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________第一部分听力（共两节，满分30 分）第二部分阅读(共两节, 满分50分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

ABlakeville community collegeDrawing workshopThis course is a bridge for people who already like to draw to get to the next level. You’ll beintroduced to methods used by contemporary artists. For the first session (节), please bring yourown paper, pencil and eraser. Held on Saturday evenings between 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., 25 June-23July.Cost: $180Barista (咖啡师) courseLearn to make every coffee on a café menu. This course offers eight hours of hands-onclassroom delivery. Take our intensive (强化的的) course on Saturday 25 June or join our weeklytwo-hour sessions on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.You’ll learn to use various coffee machines and present coffee like a professional.Each student has their own machine.Cost: $290 ($10 off each when you book for two students)Budgeting (编制预算) for beginnersThis course will show you how to make a budget and stick to it. You’ll learn to manage yourmoney. These workshops run over three nights: Thursdays 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., starting from 23June. Bring a friend at no additional cost.Cost: $90Leadlighting and stained glass (彩色玻璃)Learn the art of glass cutting and leadlighting as you make a project of your choice. Suppliesare included in the cost and glass-cutters may be taken home, to be returned the following session.Runs Fridays 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. from 24 June-22 July.Cost: $3201．When is the drawing workshop offered?A．Fridays 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., 24 June-22 July.1B．Saturdays 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., 25 June-23 July.C．Thursdays 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m, starting from 21 July.D．Thursdays 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., starting from 23 June.2．Which of the following courses costs the least?A．Barista course.B．Drawing workshop.C．Budgeting for beginners.D．Leadlighting and stained glass.3．What can you do if you take the leadlighting and stained glass course?A．Bring a friend for free.B．Borrow their glass-cutters.C．Buy art supplies at a low price.D．Choose their intensive course or weekly ones.【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B【导语】本文是应用文。

2021年高二暑假作业（四）英语含答案一、选择题1. Every year a flood of farmers arrive in Shenzhen for the money –making jobs they _____ before leaving their hometowns.A. promisedB. were promisedC. have promisedD. have been promised2. ---- Why does the lake smell terrible?----Because large quantities of water________A. have pollutedB. is being pollutedC. has been pollutedD. have been polluted3. His sister left home in xx, and _____since.A. had not been heard ofB. has not been heard ofC. had not heard ofD. has not heard of4.In recent years many football clubs_______ as business to make a profit.A. have funB. have been runC. had been runD. will run5.—Flight 302 to Paris _____ until 7:30 tomorrow morning.---No wonder I bear so many plaints from the passengers .A. put offB. has been put offC. will put offD. had been put off6.I want to buy this kind of cloth because I ____ the cloth ____ well.A. have told; washedB. have been told; washesC. have been told; washedD. was told; washed7.Great changes _____ in our province. Many tall buildings ______.A. had been taken place; have been set upB. have taken place; have been set upC. have been taken place; have been set upD. were taken place; were set up8.This book is said_____ into several foreign languages last year.A. has been translatedB. have been translatedC. to have translatedD. to have been translated9.The new dictionaries are very useful. They ______well and _____ already.A. sell ; have been sold outB. sold ;had sold outC. sell; sell outD. are sold; have been sold out10. A new school library _____ here. It is said that they hope to finish it next month.A. will be builtB. is builtC. has been builtD. is being built二、完形填空During my last stay in France, I took to biking down a quiet road．Rounda 1 , I found a woman sitting in front of a little shabby house．I don’t know why, but something about her attracted my 2 ．I wavedat her as I went by, and she must have thought I was some 3 tourist because she didn’t wave back．The same thing happened the second day．But on the third day, the old woman returned a hesitated 4 , and the next day, she 5 got out of her chair as I called out, “Morning, madam!” It became a small ritual(仪式) 6 us．She hadno idea who I was, nor 7 I was ing, but she seemed to be 8 for me.On my last ride, I bought some flowers and 9 down to the house, only to find she wasn’t ther e．She had gone to hospital for surgeries． 10 , I tied the flowers to her gate as a 11 gift．Backat my place, I 12 Roger, the gardener, of my missed 13 ．“Theold lady at the corner is suffering 14 injuries, through whichwalking has been troubling her,” he said, 15 “by the quiet road there used to be a station．Whenever a train passed, the couple would see the passengers waving 16 , especially the children—for them, such a ride was high adventure． 17 , everything is gone except for this couple.”It seems that my bicycle ride 18 mind her past days．As Roger said, “she has 19 the trains and the waves．You brought them back to her.” By reaching out, in a way that cost me 20 , I’d given more than I had realized.11．A．corner B．garden C．hospital D．shop12．A．sympathy B．feeling C．impression D．interest13．A．humorous B．silly C．enthusiastic D．willing14．A．smile B．wave C．look D．weep15．A．nearly B．hardly C．merely D．mostly16．A．from B．beyond C．between D．among17．A．where B．whether C．how D．when18．A．applying B．looking C．searching D．waiting19．A．counted B．cycled C．fled D．drove20．A．Disappointed B．Relaxed C．Amazed D．Exhausted21．A．greeting B．visiting C．parting D．celebrating22．A．asked B．told C．reminded D．convinced 23．A．connection B．devotion C．reaction D．donation24．A．leg B．head C．hand D．arm 25．A．adding B．denying C．predicating D．concluding 26．A．surprisingly B．angrily C．excitedly D．casually27．A．Besides B．Thus C．However D．Therefore28．A．called back B．called to C．called byD．called for29A．missed B．forgotten C．lost D．passed30．A．something B．little C．much D．nothing三. 阅读理解AIt seems that some people go out of their way to get into trouble. That’s more or less what happened the night that Nashville Police Officer Floyd Hyde was on duty.“I was on the way to a personal-injury accident in West Nashville. As I got onto Highway 40, blue lights and siren(警笛) going, I fell in behind a gold Pontiac Firebird that suddenly seemed to take off quickly down the highway. The driver somehow panicked at the sight of me. He was going more than a hundred miles an hour and began passing cars on the shoulder.”But Hyde couldn’t go after him. Taking care of injured people is always more important than worrying about speeders, so the officer had to stay on his way to the accident. But he did try to keep the Firebird in sight as he drove, hoping another nearby unit would be able to step in and stop the speeding car. As it turned out, keeping the Firebird insight was not that difficult. Every turn the Pontiac made was the very turn the officer needed to get to the accident scene.Hyde followed the Pontiac all the way to his destination(目的地). At that point he found another unit had already arrived at the accident scene. His help wasn’t needed. Now he was free to try to stop the driver of the firebird, who by this time had developed something new to panick about.“Just about that time,”Hyde says, “I saw fire ing out from under that car, with blue smoke and oil going everywhere. He’s blown his engine. Now he had to stop.”“After I arrested him, I asked him why he was running. He told me he didn’t have a driver’s licenseThat accident cost the driver of the Firebird plenty—a thousand dollars for the new engine—not to mention the charges for driving withouta license, attempting to run away, and dangerous driving.31. The meaning of “panicked” in paragraph 2 is related to _______.A. happyB. fearC. angerD. hate32. Why did the driver of the Firebird suddenly speed down the highway?A. Because he was racing with another driver on the road.B. Because he realized he had to hurry to the accident scene.C. Because he thought the police officer wanted to stop him.D. Because he wanted to overtake other cars on the shoulder.33. Which of the following statements is true?A. Someone else was taking care of the injured person.B. The Pontiac reached its destination at the accident scene.C. Hyde knew where he was going by following the right car.D. The policeman was running after a speeder on Highway 40.34. The driver of the Firebird _________.A. took a wrong turn on the wayB. had some trouble with his carC. was stopped by the police officerD. paid for the expenses of the accident35. What is probably the best title for the article?A. Losing His Way?B. Going My Way?C. Fun All the Way?D. Help on the Way?BThe number of speakers of English in Shakespeare’s time is estimated(估计) to have been about five million. Today it is estimated that some 260 million people speak it as a native language, mainly in the United States, Canada, Great Britain, Ireland, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. In addition to the standard varieties of English found in these areas, there are a great many regional and social varieties of the language as well as various levels of usage that are employed both in its spoken and written forms.In fact, it is impossible to estimate the number of people in the world who have acquired an adequate(足够的) working knowledge of English in addition to their own languages. The purpose for English learning and the situations in which such learning takes place are so varied that it is difficult to explain and still more difficult to judge what forms an adequate working knowledge for each situation.The main reason for the widespread demand for English is its present-day importance as a world language. Besides serving the indefinite needs of its native speakers, English is a language in which some of important works in science, technology, and other fields are beingproduced, and not always by native speakers. It is widely used for such purposes as meteorological and airport munications, international conferences, and the spread of information over the radio and television networks of many nations. It is a language of wider munication for a number of developing countries, especially former British colonies. Many of these countries have multilingual populations and need a language for internal munication in such matters as government, merce, industry, law and education as well as for international munication and for entrance to the scientific and technological developments in the West.36. What would be the best title for this passage?A. The Difficulties of Learning EnglishB. International municationsC. The Standard Varieties of EnglishD. English as a World Language37. Which of the following statements is NOT true?A. Some 260 million people in the world have an adequate workingknowledge of English.B. There are some 260 million native speakers of English in the world.C. It is almost impossible to estimate the number of people with anadequate working knowledge of English.D. People learn English for a variety of reasons.38. According to the passage, what is the main reason for the widespreaduse of English?A. It was popular during Shakespeare’s time.B. It is used in former British colonies.C. It serves the needs of its native speakers.D. It is a world language that is used for international munication.39. What forms an adequate working knowledge of English?A. The ability to read a newspaper.B. It is difficult to judge because it differs for each situation.C. Being a multilingual.D. Being a native speaker.40. What type of developing countries would be most likely to use English?A. Those geographically close to the United States.B. Those interested in the culture of the United States.C. Former colonies of Great Britain.D. Countries where international conferences are held.四、阅读表达Manhattan is the heart of New York City. It is really an island, which is only 13 miles long and 2 miles wide. Seen from the air, it look like a long finger. From the sea it is just like a picture we often see.Manhattan has some wonderful sights. What is the easiest way to see them? First, get a map of New York City, which is often supplied free at gas stations and tourists offices. You can take a bus tour, but a better way to see the sights is to walk, and you’ll walk with your head thrown back so that you can look at the tall buildings rising like steep cliff(悬崖) on__________ of the streets.It is not easy to get lost here. The streets of New York from squares called blocks. Nearly all the streets are in the straight lines, running from east to west. Those from north to south are called avenues. Most of the avenues and streets have only numbers. The famous fifth Avenue is the divid ing line between the east and west in Manhattan. Here you’ll see the Empire State Building. On the 102nd floor, over 1,400 feet above the ground, it is possible for you to see the area in which one in tenof all the people in America live. You can also look down at the other huge skyscrapers, the United Nations’ buildings, the Statue of Liberty(自由女神像) in the harbor, Broadway---the longest street in the world but not the straightest, and the greatest ships in the world’s biggest port.1. What is the best title of the passage? (Please answer within 10 words.)_________________________________________________________________ ________2. Which sentence in the passage can be replaced by the following one?A street known as the Fifth Avenue divides Manhattan into two parts---the east and the west._________________________________________________________________ ________3. Please fill in the blank in the second paragraph with proper words and phrases to plete the sentence. (Please answer within 10 words) _________________________________________________________________________4. Which is the better way to see the sights in Manhattan---to takea bus or to walk? Why?_________________________________________________________________ ________5. Translate the underlined sentence in the last paragraph into Chinese._________________________________________________________________ ________五、话题写作随着社会的发展，越来越多的人认识到了英语的重要性，但是有些人担心自己方言太重，英语口语不够标准，不能够很好地和外宾交流。

2024-2025学年人教版高二英语下册暑假练习试题班级：____________________ 学号：____________________ 姓名：____________________一、听力题（每题3分）Question 1: What advice does the teacher give to improve English listening skills?A. Watch more English movies.B. Listen to English news every day.C. Read English books aloud.D. Practice listening to English podcasts.Answer: BConversation 2(The conversation is between two friends discussing their summer plans.) Question 2: Where does Anna plan to go for her summer vacation?A. To the beach.B. To the mountains.C. To the city.D. To the countryside.Answer: AConversation 3(The conversation is about a man discussing the benefits of regular exercise with his friend.)Question 3: What is the main benefit of regular exercise according to the man?A. It helps lose weight.B. It improves mental health.C. It reduces stress.D. It strengthens the immune system.Answer: DConversation 4(The conversation is between a customer and a salesperson in a bookstore.)Question 4: What kind of book is the customer looking for?A. A self-help book.B. A novel.C. A textbook.D. A cookbook.Answer: AConversation 5(The conversation is between a father and his son about the importance of saving money.)Question 5: What does the father advise his son to do with his allowance?A. Save it for a rainy day.B. Spend it on entertainment.C. Invest it in the stock market.D. Donate it to charity.Answer: A二、单选题（每题3分）1.She_______a new dress every time she goes to a party.A. wearsB. is wearingC. has wornD. will wearAnswer: AExplanation: The sentence describes a habitual action, so the simple present tense “wears” is used.2.If I_______you, I would study harder.A. amB. wasC. wereD. beAnswer: CExplanation: In a conditional sentence using “if”, the subjunctive mood is used in the “if” clause. The subjunctive mood of “be” for the third person singular is “were”.3.The book_______belong to Mary, for her name is on it.A. mightB. mustC. couldD. wouldAnswer: BExplanation: The sentence expresses a strong belief based on evidence, so “must” is used.4._______the time I got to the station, the train had already left.A. AtB. ByC. UntilD. BeforeAnswer: BExplanation: “By the time” is used to expres s that something has happened before a certain time.5.I don’t know if he_______to the concert tomorrow. If he _______, I’ll go with him.A. will go; goesB. goes; will goC. goes; goesD. will go; will goAnswer: AExplanation: In the first blank, the future tense is used because the sentence is referring to an event in the future. In the second blank, the simple present tense is used to express a future event in a conditional sentence.三、多选题（每题4分）Question 1: Which of the following sentences are correct? (Select all that apply.)A. He is the tallest boy in his class.B. She sings the best in the choir.C. I am good in English.D. They were the first to arrive at the party.E. He eats the most of all the children.Answers: A, B, D, EExplanation: A, B, D, and E are all grammatically correct. C is incorrect because “good” is an adjective and should be used with “at” when describing proficiency in a subject. The correct phrase is “I am good at English.”Question 2: Choose all the verbs that are in the past tense.A. RanB. Will runC. RunsD. RandomlyE. RanF. RunningAnswers: A, EExplanation: “Ran” (A) and “Ran” (E) are both past tense forms of the verb “run.” The other options are not verbs or are not in the past tense.Question 3: Select all the prepositions that are used correctly in the following sentences.A. She sat under the tree.B. He went to the market.C. I saw the cat on the table.D. The book is at my desk.E. They are looking in the window.Answers: A, B, C, D, EExplanation: All the prepositions in these sentences are used correctly. “Under” (A), “to”(B), “on” (C), “at” (D), and “in” (E) all describe the position or direction of the subject relative to another noun.Question 4: Which of the following sentences express a conditional relationship? (Select all that apply.)A. If it rains, we’ll stay inside.B. She eats apples, and she eats oranges.C. He will go to the store when he finishes his homework.D. They are playing in the park.E. Unless you help me, I can’t fin ish this project.Answers: A, C, EExplanation: A, C, and E all express a conditional relationship. A uses “if” to introduce a condition, C uses “when” to indicate a time-based condition, and E uses “unless” to express a negative condition. B and D do not express a conditional relationship.Question 5: Identify all the nouns in the following sentence: “The cat chased the mouse across the yard.”A. CatB. ChasedC. MouseD. AcrossE. YardAnswers: A, C, EExplanation: “Cat” (A), “mouse” (C), and “yard” (E) are all nouns in the sentence. “Chased”(B) is a verb, and “across” (D) is an adverb describing the direction of the chasing.四、阅读理解（每题4分）Title: The Power of ReadingReading is a powerful tool that can transform lives. It opens up new worlds, introduces us to different cultures, and stimulates our imaginations. As we delve deeper into the pagesof a book, we are transported to distant lands, meet fascinating characters, and experience adventures beyond our imagination.The benefits of reading are numerous. It improves our vocabulary, enhances our comprehension skills, and sharpens our critical thinking abilities. Reading also helps us develop empathy, as we gain insights into the lives and perspectives of others. Furthermore, reading is a great way to unwind and escape from the stresses of daily life.With the advent of digital technology, reading habits have undergone significant changes. While traditional books still hold a special place in many hearts, e-books and online articles have become increasingly popular. However, the essence of reading remains the same regardless of the format – it is a journey of discovery and personal growth.As we embark on this journey, it is important to choose books that are not only entertaining but also enriching. Books that challenge our thinking, inspire us, and expand our horizons are invaluable companions. By reading widely and diversely, we can gain a deeper understanding of the world and our place within it.In conclusion, reading is a transformative activity that has the power to shape our lives. It is a window to the world, a tool for growth, and a source of endless joy. So, let us all make reading a priority in our daily lives and embark on a journey of self-discovery through the pages of books.Questions:1.What are some of the benefits of reading mentioned in the passage? (4 points)Answer: Some of the benefits of reading mentioned in the passage are: it improves vocabulary, enhances comprehension skills, sharpens critical thinking abilities, helps develop empathy, and provides a way to unwind and escape from daily stresses.2.How have reading habits changed with the advent of digital technology? (4 points)Answer: With the advent of digital technology, reading habits have undergone significant changes. While traditional books still hold a special place, e-books and online articles have become increasingly popular.3.What is the importance of choosing enriching books when embarking on a readingjourney? (4 points)Answer: When embarking on a reading journey, it is important to choose books that are not only entertaining but also enriching. Books that challenge thinking, inspire, and expand horizons are invaluable companions and can lead to deeper understanding and personal growth.4.What is the overall message of the passage? (4 points)Answer: The overall message of the passage is that reading is a transformative activity that has the power to shape lives. It is a window to the world, a tool for growth, and a source of joy. It encourages readers to make reading a priority in their daily lives and embark on a journey of self-discovery through books.5.According to the passage, why is reading a great way to unwind? (4 points)Answer: According to the passage, reading is a great way to unwind because it helps escape from the stresses of daily life. The act of reading itself can be a relaxing and enjoyable experience that takes the mind off worries and allows for moments of peace and tranquility.五、作文（30分）Section V: Writing (30 points)Topic: Describe a memorable summer vacation experience you had when you were in high school.Instructions: Write a composition of about 150 words based on the topic. Your composition should include details about the experience, your feelings during that time, and how it has influenced you.Sample Composition:A summer vacation during my high school years stands out vividly in my memory. It was the summer before my senior year, and I decided to participate in a volunteer program in a rural area.The experience was eye-opening. I helped the locals with daily tasks like farming and teaching at the local school. The simplicity of their lives and their genuine happiness despite limited resources left a profound impression on me. I felt a sense of fulfillment as I witnessed the smiles on the children’s faces when they learned something new.This summer vacation not only broadened my horizons but also taught me the value of compassion and gratitude. It has made me more appreciative of what I have and has inspired me to contribute more to society. This memorable experience has forever changed me, shaping me into a more compassionate and responsible individual.Note: The above composition is a sample answer to provide students with a starting point for writing their own compositions. It is not the only possible answer and students should feel free to express their own ideas and experiences.。

涡阳四中2012-2013学年高二下学期第一次（4月）质量检测英语试题（课改部）（时间：120分钟满分：150分）第Ⅰ卷（选择题，共115分）第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.How did the woman get her MP4?A. By mail.B. On the Internet.C. From a shop.2.What are they talking about?A. Radio program.B. TV program.C. Some cartoons.3.What are they worried about?A. Mark’s likely to miss the train.B.Mark’s train has been de layed.C. Mark’s train is often late.4.What time is it now?A. 5:00.B. 5:30.C. 6:00.5.What does the man suggest?A. Having the old TV set repaired.B. Selling the old TV set.C. Buying a new TV set.第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每个小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，完成6-7小题。

6.What is the woman looking for?A. A formal dress.B. A dark suit.C. A graduation gift.7.How does the woman like the dress?A. She likes the suit but not the weight.B. She thinks it is too severe.C. She thinks it is suitable for the time of year.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

得夺市安庆阳光实验学校武邑中学高二英语下学期暑假作业试题（26）阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A 、B 、C 和 D ）中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AThe Airport Art Program is proud to have three Youth Art Galleries at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Georgia students, from kindergarten（幼儿园）to twelfth grade, are given the chances to have their artwork exhibited to an ever-changing audience（观众）in the millions. In return these talented youths provide new artwork every three months to enrich the airport.The first gallery opened in the summer of 1997. In December of 1998 a second gallery opened. Both of these galleries are organized by the Airport Art Program and Georgia Art Education Association(GAEA). The GAEA aims to improve the conditions of teaching art across Georgia. They organize meetings for art students to improve their skills and provide exhibition chances for them to show their artwork. They also hold meetings twice a year for teachers.The third Youth Art Gallery is organized by the Airport Art Program and the Youth Art Connection(YAC)of Atlanta. YAC is a part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. YAC uses the arts as a way to connect with children and teens who don’t get enough help or services. They also work with the community to provide cultural enrichment programs for young people.To join in or get information about the first and second Youth Art Galleries, please visit the Georgia Art Education Association’s website at or click here for a brochure（宣传册）.For information about the third Youth art Gallery and the Youth Art Connection, please visit http://www. .To buy artwork from any of the three Youth Art Galleries, please call(404) 382-2455.1．What does GAEA do according to the text?A. They organize meetings for teachers every two years.B. They provide exhibition changes for teachers.C. They help art students to improve their skills.D. They help art students to sell their artwork.2．Which of the following or ganizations helps students who don’t have enough services?A. The Airport Art Program.B. The Youth Art Connection.C. Georgia Art Education AssociationD. The Boys &Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta.3．If you want to know more information about the third Youth Art Gallery,you can________.A. visit http://www. C. call (404) 382-2455D. pick up a brochureBOne day，when 12-year-old Sean Redden went to a popular chat room on the Internet, he saw the name of someone he’d never seen there before, Susan Hicks. Her message was “ Would someone help me? I can’t breathe. Help me! I can’t feel my left side.”At first, Sean thought it was a bad joke and he told his mother Sharon Redden. But she asked, “ It’s not just some game, is it?The mes sage was not a joke. “ Susan Hicks” was actually 20-year-old Taija Laitinen, a student working late at night at a college library near Helsinki, Finland---almost 7,000 miles away from Sean’s home in Texas. While searching the Internet, she began to feel terrible pain all through her body. The library was empty and the nearest phone was outside in the hallway. She couldn’t move that far because any movement caused the pain to get worse. Then as the pain became worse, she began typing her message for help in the chat room.“I don’t think it’s a joke, mom,” Sean said. He typed, “ Where are you? The letters appeared, “Finland.” Sean and Sharon couldn’ t believe it. Not knowing what else to do, Sharon called the local police and explained the situation to officer Amy Schmidt. Schmidt told Sharon to try to get the sick girl’s phone number and address.Meanwhile, the Texas police called the international telephone operator and asked to be connected to the proper agency(机构) in Finland. The Texas police explained the situation and gave Susan’s address to the Finnish operator. When Sean heard that, he typed, “Help is on the way.”In the few minutes, the library door opened. Doctors and three policemen ran in. Taija turned once more to the computer, “ They are here. Thanks. Bye-bye.”4. At first when receiving the message for help, Sean__________.A. didn’t believe itB. took no notice of itC. called the police at onceD. had a joke with the person5. What was the problem with the person who asked for help?A. She lost her phone.B. She couldn’t finish her workC. She was locked in the library.D. She felt pain and couldn’tmove.6. What can we learn from the text?A. The policeman Sean’s mother called was in Finland.B. Susan Hicks was a friend of Taija Laitinen.C. Sean and his mother offered help in time.D. Sean had seen Taija Laitinen before.7. What does the underlined phrase “ on the way.” refer to?A. There is a wayB. to be arriving soonC. have a long way to arriveD. to have almost finished 第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

得夺市安庆阳光实验学校舒城中学高二英语暑假作业17第十七天一、美文晨读Wherever you are, and whoever you maybe, there is one thing in which you and I are just alike at this moment, and in all the moments of our existence. We are not at rest; we are on a journey, our life is a movement, a tendency, a steady, ceaseless progress towards an unseen goal. We are gaining something, or losing something, everyday. Even when our position and our character seem to remain precisely the same, they are changing. For the mere advance of time is a change. It is not the same thing to have a bare field in January and in July, the season makes the difference. The limitations that are childlike in the child are childish in the man.Everything that we do is a step in one direction or another, even the failure to do something is in itself a deed. It sets us forward or backward. The action of the negative pole of a magnetic needle is just as real as the action of the positive pole. To decline is to accept –the other alternative.Are you nearer to your port today than you were yesterday? Yes, -- you must be a little nearer to some port or other; for since your ship was first lunched upon the sea of life, you have never been still for a single moment; the sea is too deep, you could not find an anchorage if you would. There can be no pause until you come into port.二、词汇训练(短语或单词)1．You must stop the children doing like that ________.2．________，the hardest problem has been settled and we are one step closer to our goal.3．Under no ________ will I believe you.4．There has been a gradual ________ in the population of the town. 5．It took her 20 minutes to ________ to the ticket office.6．Whole villages were ________ by the earthquake.7．The terrorists fired into the crowd ________.8．We moved out of the city ________ in 1989.9．The discussion ________ three main problems.10．Your actions ________ your principles.三、完型填空Lunch hour is crazy at SAME Cafe, the 40-seat restaurant my husband and I run in Denver.A woman in a（n）_1 suit stepped in. "Hi, Libby．" she said．Wow, whata 2 ! The first time she came to the cafe two years ago, she had no money to pay． 3 many customers, she volunteered to wash dishes and 4 ．Look at her now: confident and hopeful. Wasn't this what we'd hoped for?In 2003, we'd 5 this crazy dream: start a restaurant with adonation box instead of a cash register（收款台）. Right away we hit hurdles（阻碍）. "There is no such thing as a 6 lunch," one potential landlord（房东） sniffed． I met brokers, bankers and suppliers, only to watch them 7 ， shaking their heads. No bank would lend us the money to open a restaurant with no 8 ．The only fund we could get was our individual retirement account. 9 we rented space from a landlord on Colfax Street．We put flyers（传单） around the neighborhood, asked friends to 10 the word, and held our breath.Word traveled fast, 11 stories in the papers and on TV. Soon we had more than 50customers a day. A few ate without paying or 12 an hour of work．But most gave what they could, 13 it was just a dollar．Those with money gave, and then more．One of our customers left a 14 for 500 dollars. Another bought 1000 dollars in gift certificates. 15 another donated a truck so we could transport 16 from suppliers．People came here partly for what our cafe 17 —SAME: So A11 May Eat, We treat everyone with 18 ．We hoped to develop a sense of community- so that we might 19 one another．The woman in business suit was one of them．Our 20 to open the cafe was worth it,1.A． dinner B． evening C．business D． summer2.A． change B． beauty C．foolD． coincidence3.A． with B． like C．besides D． towards4.A． wait B． sing C．perform D． sweep5.A． lived B． hatched C．ignoredD． achieved6.A． packed B． delicious C．freeD． delivered7.A． crowd together B．flood in C．walk awayD． turn up8.A． staff support B．regular customers C．lunch boxesD． cash register9.A． Unfortunately B． Finally C．InterestinglyD． Illegally10.A． analyze B． read C．spreadD． approve11.A． thanks to B． apart from C．ahead ofD． according to12.A． regretting B． gaining C．donatingD． balancing13.A． only when B． and forever C．so thatD． even if14.A． reward B． check C．bill D． list15.A． Still B． Instead C．Otherwise D． Thus16.A． lunch B． customers C．dishesD． produce17.A． stood for B． applied for C．benefited fromD． depended on18.A． patience B． generosity C．confidenceD． dignity19.A． protect B． trust C．helpD． treasure20.A． dream B． struggle C．management D． style 四．阅读理解AAlong the seashore(海边)，the tall coconut(椰子)trees waved in he wind. The sand was white in the bright sun, and the ocean was dark blue. The houses in the town near the shore, were painted white. The boats had been pulled up on the shore. Usually they would all be in the water with hard-working fishermen. But today was a holiday, and everyone was preparing for the celebration that was going to take place that evening.In the distance, men could be seen climbing the coconut trees. They were singing as they worked. There were monkeys in the trees, too. The monkeys were jumping up and down and screaming angrily. The climbers just laughed at the monkeys and continued to pick the fruits.1. What is this passage about?A. It tells us a story of the monkeys.B. It describes the scene on the seashore.C. It talks about the life of the fishermen.D. It is about how the people celebrated a holiday.2. The boats had been pulled up on the shore because_________.A. it was a holidayB. the weather was too hotC. there was going to be a stormD. it was not the season for fishing3. The men climbed the coconut trees to_________.A. pick the coconutsB. catch the monkeysC. look at the ocean far awayD. see who could climb high and fast4. The word "screaming" in Paragraph Two probably meansA. singing and workingB. jumping up and downC. running here and thereD. shouting in a high voice5. The monkeys were angry because________.A. the men were trying to catch themB. the men wanted to drive them awayC. the men got the coconuts , which were their foodD. the men climbed higher and faster than they didBThe metal that has been most important to man is iron（铁）. Likemany of the most important discoveries of man, how iron was first discovered and used is not known.Steel is made from iron. It is better than iron in strength, hardness, and elasticity (弹性) . There are many kinds of steel which are made by mixing iron with other metals.Iron is found in many different places on earth. When you see rocks with a red color, they probably have some iron. To get iron from the rocks requires a great deal of heat. When iron comes out, it is white hot.Iron and steel are quite important in our life. We can see them in use all around us. Almost all of our machines are made of iron or steel. Without iron and steel, modern civilization (文明) doesnot exist.6. The best title for this passage is________.A. The MetalsB. Iron and SteelC. The Production of IronD. The Importance of Steel7.We don't know how iron was first discovered and used because ________.A. there was no record of it in historyB. it was like many of the most important discoveriesC. it was not important who discovered and used it firstD. it was used by many people all over the world at the same time8. Steel is better than iron because________.A. it was made from ironB. it was more difficult to makeC. it was not found in the rocksD. it was made by mixing iron with other metals9. How is iron made?A. By mixing the rocks with other metals.B. It was found in rocks that had a red color.C. By melting the rocks at a high temperature.D. It was taken out of the earth by digging a deep hole.10. From the last paragraph we can get the idea that________.A. iron and steel are modern civilizationB. iron and steel are only used in machinesC. iron and steel are quite useful in the worldD. iron and steel are necessary for modem life五．书面表达假设你是新华中学的学生李华，不久前在学校举办的英语竞赛中获得一等奖。