2017--2018高三上学期第二次月考英语试卷时间 100分钟分数 120分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）略第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
AVictoria Volkssport Phoenix Festival 2017The Volkssport Clubs of South Vancouver Island will host the fifth Victoria Volkssport Phoenix Festival on Oct. 20-22,2017.You're welcome!Click here to register now!●Location（位置）: The festival will take place at the Victoria Greek Community Centre at 4648 Elk Lake Drive which is near Beaver Lake,the Howard Johnson Hotel and many bus routes.●Walks: The festival site will open at 10 am on Friday morning,October 20.We'll again offer walks from 5 km to 42 km.There'll be walks ranging from 5 km to12 km available all weekend in four areas known as Broadmead Trails,Lake Trails,Ocean View Trails and Saanich Trails.In addition,on Saturday,walks of 21 km,32 km and 42 km will be available at Ocean View Trails.On Sunday,a 21 km walk will be available at Saanich Trails.●Swim: New this year.We'll offer a swim event on Saturday and Sunday mornings at Saanich Commonwealth Place which is right next door to the Greek Community Centre.●Transportation: If you're driving,there are several ferries to the island and there is enough parking at the centre.If not driving,many ferries and airlines can bring you to the island and several bus routes bring riders within a few steps of the centre.●Food: Good food has been a key part of past Phoenix Festivals and this tradition will continue in 2017. During the festival,the Greek Community Centre will operate a snack bar with Greek and Italian foods as well as a cash bar.Early morning registration will have the famous Phoenix Festival home-baked food.Friday evening's Meet and Greet will feature（使有特色）a variety of light snacks.Finally,Saturday's feast will be a real one,but the dinner isnow SOLD OUT.21.Where can the text be seen?A.In a magazine.B.In the newspaper.C.On the Internet.D.In a poster.22.What event can you choose on October 22nd?A.A 21 km walk at Lake Trails.B.A 21 km walk at Saanich Trails.C.A 32 km walk at Ocean View Trails.D.A 42 km walk at Broadmead Trails.23.What can we learn about Phoenix Festival from the text?A.No swimming was offered in the past.B.It is held every other year.C.All walks are intended for adult participants.D.The foods provided are mainly Greek ones.BSometimes,the love of science runs through the generations of a family.This is especially the case for Aaron Yeiser,who won the award at the 2017 Regeneron Science Talent Search.His grandparents and father work in computer science,technology,and chemical engineering."I was encouraged to go after a STEM career because of Papa,"Aaron said.His grandfather Frank Sandy was a Science Talent Search finalist in the 1954 competition."Aaron's been doing very well in science and math,so I won't say I was surprised,"Frank saidof Aaron becoming a Regeneron STS finalist."I was delighted by not only that,but his getting early-action admission to MIT, which happened just a couple of days after my wife died.She would have just been so thrilled.""I've been very impressed by the things he's built,"Frank said of Aaron's interest in drones （无人驾驶飞机）and other STEM activities.Aaron has always been interested in math.Differential equations（微分方程) came along when he applied to the MIT Primes USA program,a mathematical research program for high school students."I've been interested in science all my life,"Frank said."Even in elementary school I played with electrical wire and had my bedroom all wired up with batteries and light switches attached to my bed.It was a lot of fun."Frank worked at Raytheon,creating computer models of various devices（设备）.He became more interested in the programming rather than the physics of how the devices worked.Aaron encourages others who are interested in STEM to look for any chance to participate in research."And don't skip English class,because good communication is just as important as your actual research,"he said.24.What is known about Aaron Yeiser?A.His family members are all scientists.B.His grandparents and parents all inspired him.C.The three generations of his family all love science.D.His grandparents and parents are all STS finalists.25.What does the underlined word "that" in Paragraph 3 refer to?A.Aaron's becoming a Regeneron STS finalist.B.Aaron's interest in science and math.C.Aaron's winning admission to MIT.D.Aaron's love of STEM activities.26.Why did Frank mention what he did in elementary school?A.To prove his creativity.B.To show his interest in science.C.To show his difference from others.D.To stress his excellence in learning.27.What is the best title for the text?A.Love Science,Just like AaronB.Aaron,a Talent in Scientific ResearchC.Aaron,an Example to Young GenerationsD.Pass a Love of Science Through GenerationsC“BANG!” the door caused a reverberation (回声). It was just standing there, with father standing on one side, and me on the other side.We were both in great anger. “Never set foot in this house again!”father stormed. With tears welling up in my eyes, I rushed out of the flat and ran along the street.The street lights were shining, causing rather sad feelings. I wandered aimlessly.A young father who held a child in his arms walked past me. I felt as if I saw my childhood from another space: happy and carefree.But now … I don’t know whether it is because I have grown up or because dad is getting old. We differ in our ways of thinking. We are just like two people coming from two different worlds. It feels like there is an iron door between us that can never be opened.I wandered the streets, without a destination in mind. My heart was frozen on this hot summer night. As I walked on, there were fewer and fewer people on the streets, until I had only the street lights to keep me company. When I finally reached the high-rise apartment block in which I lived, I saw that the light was still on.I thought to myself: “Is father waiting for me, or is he still angry with me”In fact, it was nothing. Perhaps, dad was throwing away some of his old stamps. Perhaps he thought they were useless. I never had the courage to tell him that I liked collecting stamps. All the lights were off except father’s.Dad was always like this. Maybe he didn’t know how to express himself. After shouting at me, he never showed any mercy or any moments of regret.This was how he always was. He has been a leader for so long that telling everyone else what to do has become his second nature.The light was still on. “Am I wrong” I whispered, maybe… With the key in my hand, I was as nervous as I had ever been. At last, I decided to open the door. As soon as I opened the door, tears ran down my cheeks. I suddenly realized that the iron door that I had imagined between us did not exist at all. Love----it’s second to none.28. Which of the following can replace the underlined part in Paragraph 2?A. shouted in relief.B. Burst into anger.C. Burst our crying.D. Jumped in sadness.29. What does the iron door between “us” actually refer to?A. Their misunderstandings.B. Their different characters.C. Their ways of thinking.D. The father’s rudeness.30. In the author’s eyes which of the following can be used to describe his father?A. Inconsiderate.B. Indifferent.C. Stubborn.D. Uninterested.31. What actually contributed to the opening of the iron door in the end?A. The son’s giving in to his father.B. The regret undertaken by the son.C. The affection between the father and the son.D. The light that was on until late in the night.DAlmost all children want to become a good student.But what makes a good student?Usually,a good student shows many characteristics.For example,a good student possesses knowledge that is not just about books but also about present affairs and others.This allows him/her to draw from whatever he/she possesses and use it in his/her studies.A good student can plan and organize not only his/her things but his/her thoughts as well.Moreover,he/she's also someone who is sincere and does his/her work well and smartly.Most importantly,a good student has strong academic resilience（韧性）.Namely,he/she's willing to stick to academic tasks even when problems arise.Let's say that 10-year-old Roger and Tory have nearly the same math skills. Roger,however,has higher academic resilience.So,when their teacher introduces a challenging new type of math problem,Roger is more likely than Tory to fight to master the new math skill due to his character.Being academically resilient is an important key in academic ing the previous example,Roger's success in the math skill isn't based on some natural "intelligence" or "talent"with math,but occurs because he has greater fortitude to learn the skill.So,when it comes to being a good student,one of the things you must do is develop your academic resilience.To achieve this,you should learn to ask for help.Actually,an important part of learning includes getting answers wrong. This offers a chance to clarify understanding.So,if something doesn't make sense to you,connect with your teacher, find a study partner in class or borrow notes from someone doing well in the class.Besides,developing a plan for academic and personal success is important as well.32.What plays the most significant role in making a good student?A.Possessing rich knowledge.B.Knowing how to organize thoughts.C.Doing work well and smartly.D.Owning strong academic resilience.33.How does the text explain academic resilience?A.By telling a story.B.By giving an example.C.By listing some facts.D.By analyzing causes.34.What does the underlined word "fortitude" in Paragraph 3 most probably mean?A.Will.B.Access.C.Instruction.D.Decision.35.What can we infer from the last paragraph?A.A good student doesn't take notes in class.B.A good student doesn't need to ask for help.C.A good student should learn to develop a study schedule.D.Getting answers wrong is a must in making a good student.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。
