
2015年眉山中学2017级高二九月英语月考
第I卷
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分20分)
第一节 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。扣完每段对话后,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 has Paul been doing lately?
A. Writing poems. B. Writing songs. C. Writing short stories.
2.What happened to Patrick this morning?
A. His dog was dead. B. He was hit by a car. C. He was ill in hospital.
3.What does the man probably do now?
A. He’s a waiter. B. He’s a student. C. He’s an opera singer.
4.What does the woman want to do?
A. Make some coffee. B. Buy a coffee maker. C. Learn to make a video.
5.How does the woman probably feel in the end?
A. Anxious. B. Confused. C. Surprised.
第二节 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.Where are the speakers?
A. In a library. B. In a church. C. In a bookstore.
7.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Safety. B. Technology. C. Books.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In Thailand. B. In England. C. In Japan.
9.According to the man, what is Manchester mostly known for?
A. Its music. B. Its museums. C. Its industry.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10.Why does the man take vitamins?
A. To fight illness. B. To help with stress. C. To have more energy.
11.Which vitamins does the man decide to buy?
A. Vitamin B and Vitamin D.
B. Vitamin C and Vitamin D.
C. Vitamin K and Vitamin B.
12.How much money will the man spend?
A. $18. B. $30. C. $36.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13.Which month is it now?
A. November. B. December. C. January.
14.What does the man invite the woman to do?
A. Have dinner at his house.
B. Go shopping with him.
C. Go out to eat at the mall.
15.What does the man’s family like to do?
A. Watch TV. B. Read books. C. Go online.
16.What does the woman suggest the man get for his wife?
A. Some jewelry. B. A new computer. C. A romance novel.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.What does the speaker do for a living?
A. He sells cars. B. He plays baseball. C. He sells groceries.
18. What does the speaker think of being famous?
A. He hates it. B. He enjoys it. C. He’s annoyed by it.
19.Who pointed at the speaker the other day?
A. A reporter. B. A mother. C. A boy.
20.Who is listening to the speaker right now?
A. Little kids. B. School workers. C. Customers.
第二部分 知识运用(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 单项填空(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
21. —Why not take this road? It’s a short cut.
— I am afraid we can’t. It _____.
A. is repaired B. is being repaired C. has repaired D. is repairing
22. Most of the teachers ______ to visit our school were young ones.
A. invited B. to invite
C. being invited D. had been invited
23. The growing speed of a plant is influenced by a number of factors, ______ are beyond our control.
A. most of them B. most of which
C. most of what D. most of that
24. It is _____ fashion differs from country to country ______ may reflect the cultural differences from one respect .
A. / ; that B. that ; / C. what ; that D. that ; that
25. ______ , I have never seen anyone who’s as intelligent as him .
A. As long as I have traveled B. Now that I have traveled so much
C. Much as I have traveled D. As I have traveled so much
26. —What about your journey to Mount Hua?
—Everything was wonderful except that the car we rented______on the way back.
A.broke down B.broke up
C.broke out D.broke in
27. --- Will you be _______ tomorrow morning?
--- It depends. I’m afraid I’ll visit my grandpa in the countryside.
A. suitable B. available C. accurate D. convenient
28. The flowers his friend gave him will die unless______ every day.
A. watered B. watering C. water D. to water
29. Your house is always so neat—how do you ______ it with three children?
A. manage B. serve C. adapt D. construct
30. Please read the _______ on the bottle and take the right amount of medicine.
A. explanations B. descriptions C. instructions D. introductions
第二节 完形填空(共20小题;每小题1.5分,满分30分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
My fiance and I were excited about shopping for our first home. But our money were 31 , and none of the houses in our price range seemed satisfactory.
One agent 32 a house in particular. Although her description sounded wonderful, the price was 33 our range, so we refused. But she kept urging us to have a look 34 .
We finally did and it was 35 at first sight. It was Our Home, small and charming, overlooking a quiet lake. Walking through the rooms and talking with the owners, a nice elderly couple, we felt the warmth and 36 of the marriage within that home. As perfect as it was, the price remained too high for us. But every day, we would sit by the lake, looking at the house and dreaming of 37 it would be like to live there.
Days later, we made a(n) 38 —far below the asking price. Surprisingly, they didn’t 39 us. They renewed their offer 40 . It was also much more than we could afford, but far 41 than the original asking price.
The next day, we got a 42 message that another buyer had offered a much higher price. Even so, we decided to talk with the 43 directly. We made our final offer, which 44 was thousands of dollars less than the other buyer’s bid. We knew it, 45 we had to try.
“Sold!” said the owner. Then he 46 : He’d seen us sitting by the lake all those times; he knew how much we loved the place and that we’d 47 the years of work they had put into their home; he realized he would take a 48 by selling it to us, but it was worthwhile; we were the people they wanted to live there. He told us to consider the 49 in the price “an early wedding present.”
That’s how we found our home and how I learned that when people are 50 they are not strangers, only friends we haven’t yet met.
31. A. needed B. limited C. enough D. large
32. A. recommended B. decorated C. sold D. rented
33. A. below B. within C. beyond D. between
34. A. at least B. at most C. at times D. at hand
35. A. relief B. concern C. love D. curiosity
36. A. pride B. happiness C. challenge D. desire
37. A. which B. why C. that D. what
38. A. effort B. offer C. promise D. profit
39. A. come across B. look after C. depend on D. laugh at
40. A. instead B. indeed C. aside D. apart
41. A. worse B. better C. less D. higher
42. A. relaxing B. disappointing C. pleasant D. regular
43. A. agents B. buyers C. managers D. owners
44. A. already B. still C. generally D. ever
45. A. so B. or C. for D. but
46. A. apologized B. complained C. criticized D. explained
47. A. check B. analyze C. appreciate D. ignore
48. A. loss B. risk C. chance D. lead
49. A. increase B. difference C. interest D. average
50. A. kind B. polite C. smart D. energetic
第三部分 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 ,并在题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Papa, as a son of a poor farmer, left school early and went to work in a factory, for education was for the rich then. So, the world became his school. With great interest, he read everything he could lay his hands on, listened to the town elders and learned about the world beyond his tiny hometown. "There's so much to learn," he'd say. "Though we're born stupid, only the stupid remain that way. " He was determined that all of his children should receive a good education.
Thus, Papa insisted that we learn at least one new thing each day. Though, as children, we thought this was crazy, it would never have occurred to us to refuse Papa's requests. And dinner time seemed perfect for sharing what we had learned. We would talk about the news of the day; no matter how unimportant, it was never taken lightly. Papa would listen carefully and was ready with some comments, always to the point.
Then came the moment—the time to share the day's new learning.
Papa, at the head of the table, would push back his chair and pour a glass of red wine, ready to listen.
"Felice," he'd say, "tell me what you learned today. "
"I learned that the population of Nepal is ....”
Silence.
Papa was thinking about what was said, as if the salvation of the world would depend upon it. "The population of Nepal. Hmm. Well . . . . “he’d say. "Get the map; let's see where Nepal is. “And the whole family went on a search for Nepal.
This same experience was repeated until each family member had a turn. Dinner ended only after we had a clear understanding of at least half a dozen such facts.
As children, we thought very little about these educational wonders. Our family, however, was growing together, sharing experiences and participating in one another's education. And by looking at us, listening to us, respecting our knowledge, affirming our value, giving us a sense of dignity, Papa was unquestionably our most influential teacher.
Later during my training as a future teacher, I studied with some of the most famous educators. They were teaching what Papa had known all along—the value of continual learning. His technique has served me well all my life. Not a single day has been wasted, though I can never tell when knowing the population of Nepal might prove useful.
51. What do we know from the first paragraph?
A. The author's father was born in a worker's family.
B. Those born stupid could not change their life.
C. The town elders wanted to learn about the world.
D. The poor could hardly afford school education.
52. It can be learned from the passage that the author______
A. enjoyed talking about news
B. knew very well about Nepal
C. felt regret about those wasted days
D. appreciated his father's educational technique
53. What is the greatest value of "dinner time" to the author?
A. Continual learning. B. Showing talents.
C. Family get-together. D. Winning Papa's approval.
54. The author's father can be best described as ______
A. an educator expert at training future teachers
B. a parent insisting on his children's education
C. a participant willing to share his knowledge
D. a teacher strict about everything his students did
B
Albert Einstein had a great effect on science and history, and his achievement was even greater than only a few other great scientists have achieved. An American university president once said that Einstein had made a new outlook, a new view of the universe. It may be some time before the average mind understands fully the identity(识别) of time and space and so on—but even ordinary men now understand that the universe is something larger than ever thought before.
By 1914 young Einstein had been world-famous. He accepted the offer to become a professor at the Prussian Academy of Science in Berlin. He had few duties, little teaching and unlimited chances for study, but soon his peace and quietness were broken by World War Ⅰ.
Einstein hated fighting and killing. The great suffering of war affected him deeply, and he sat unhappily in his office doing little. He lost interest in his research. Only when peace came in 1918 was he able to get back to work.
In the year following World WarⅠ, honors were increasingly put on him. He became head of the Kaiser Whine Institute of Theoretical Physics. But he himself refused the effort to put him in a position far above other people. He often said that his success would certainly have been achieved by others if he had never lived.
In 1921 he won the Nobel Prize, and he was honored in Germany until the rise of Nazism(纳粹) when he was driven from Germany because he was a Jew.
55.The main idea of the first paragraph is ________.
A. the difficulty of Einstein’s thought to others
B. the feeling of an American university president towards Einstein
C. the difference between science and history
D. the change in human thought produced by Einstein
56.Between 1914 to 1918, Einstein ______..
A. received world-wide praise. B. had no chance for study.
C. almost did nothing in his office. D. still continued his scientific research.
57.From the passage we can infer that ________.
A. Einstein was a modest man.
B. Germans have a high respect for Einstein.
C. Einstein was forced to work again in 1918.
D. Einstein led a quiet life during World WarⅠ.
C
Forget Cyclists, Pedestrians are Real Danger
We are having a debate about this topic. Here are some letters from our readers.
■Yes, many cyclists behave dangerously. Many drivers are disrespectful of cyclists. But pedestrians are probably the worse offenders.
People of all ages happily walk along the pavement with eyes and hands glued to the mobile phone, quite unaware of what is going on around them. They may even do the same thing while crossing a road at a pedestrian crossing or elsewhere. The rest of us have to avoid them or just stand still to wait for the unavoidable collision.
The real problem is that some pedestrians seem to be, at least for the moment, in worlds of their own that are, to them, much more important than the welfare of others.
——Michael Horan
■I loved the letter from Bob Brooks about cyclists (Viewpoints, May 29). I am afraid they seem to think they own the roads.
I was walking across Altrincham Road one morning when a cyclist went round me and on being asked what he was doing he shouted at me.
The government built a cycle lane on the road but it is hardly used.
The police do nothing. What a laugh they are!
The cyclists should all have to be made to use the cycle lanes and wear helmets, fluorescent (发荧光的) jackets and lights at night and in the morning. They should pay some sort of tax and be fined for not wearing them.
——Carol Harvey
■Cyclists jump on and off pavements (which are meant for pedestrians), ride at speed along the pavements, and think they have a special right to go through traffic lights when they are on red.
I was almost knocked down recently by a cyclist riding on the pavement when there was a cycle lane right next to him.
Other road users, including horse riders, manage to obey the rules so why not cyclists?
It's about time they had to be registered and insured, so when they do hit a pedestrian or a vehicle, or cause an accident, at least they can be found and there might be an opportunity to claim.
——JML
Write to Viewpoints of the newspaper.
58. Michael Horan wrote the letter mainly to show that _______.
A. drivers should be polite to cyclists
B. road accidents can actually be avoided
C. some pedestrians are a threat to road safety
D. walking while using phones hurts one's eyes
59. Carol Harvey suggests that cyclists should _______.
A. be provided with enough roads
B. be asked to ride on their own lanes
C. be made to pay less tax for cycling
D. be fined for laughing at policemen
60. What is a complaint of JML?
A. Very few drivers are insured.
B. Cyclists ride fast on pavements.
C. Pedestrians go through red traffic lights.
D. Horse riders disrespect other road users.
61. The underlined word "they" in the third letter refers to ______.
A. accidents B. vehicles C. pedestrians D. cyclists
62. The three letters present viewpoints on _______.
A. real source of road danger
B. ways to improve road facilities
C. measures to punish road offences
D. increased awareness of road rules
D
Group exercise is one of the most effective ways to improve physical fitness and keep a healthy lifestyle. Group exercise is challenging, yet fun and empowering! Of course everyone knows that exercise is good for the body. However, studies have shown that when exercise is performed in groups, it's not only great for improving physical health but for psychological health. It's an opportunity to be social, release pressure, and improve your strength. Besides, group exercise creates a community feel and the shared common goal motivates people to work hard. The instrumental support of taking on a fitness journey with others proves more effective than going to the gym alone.
Another advantage of group exercise is the informational support that people can receive from the instructor. Many people fear the gym because they feel lost and don't want to embarrass themselves. If you feel you can relate, then group training is an even better option for you. It's a great opportunity to learn more about fitness through the clear instruction and supervision (监管) of a fitness instructor. If you're tired of wandering around the gym wasting time and becoming bored, you can attend an upbeat group fitness class that'll keep your workout on track. Don't let fitness frighten you!
If you're serious about wanting to live a healthy lifestyle, it's extremely important to surround yourself with people who'll provide you with the proper emotional support. Surround yourself with people who uplift, encourage and understand you! Make fitness even more fun by trying something new or any group fitness class, with a friend. Plan to go for a jog together. Then try a fun healthy restaurant or fresh juice bar! Fitness can be both fun and social!
63. The first paragraph focuses on _______.
A. the greatest challenge of group exercise
B. the most effective way to improve physical health
C. the contribution of group exercise to psychological health
D. the shared common goal in performing exercise in groups
. The underlined word "upbeat" in the second paragraph probably means ______.
A. cheerful B. average C. serious D. noisy
65. What would be the best title for the passage?
A. Seeking Support B. Supporting Health
C. Improving Your Strength D. Building Up Fitness
第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)
根据根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能坡入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多于选项。
Maybe you are an average student. You probably think you will never be a top student. This is not necessarily so, however. Anyone can become a better student if he or she wants to. Here’s how:
1. Plan your time carefully. When planning your work, you should make a list of things that you have to do. After making this list, you should make a schedule of your time. First your time for eating, sleeping, dressing, etc. Then decide a good, regular time for studying. (66)____ A weekly schedule may not solve all your problems, but it will force you realize what is happening to your time.
2. Find a good place to study. Look around the house for a good study area. Keep this space, which may be a desk or simply a corner of your room, (67)_______. No games, radios, or television. When you sit down to study, concentrate on the subject.
3. Make good use of your time in class. (68)____ Listening carefully in class means less work later. Taking notes will help you remember what the teacher says.
4. Study regularly. When you get home from school, go over your notes, review the important points that your teacher is going to discuss the next day, read that material. (69)_____ If you do these things regularly, the material will become more meaningful, and you’ll remember it longer.
5. (70)_______. The purpose of a test is to show what you have learned about a subject. They help you remember your new knowledge. The world won’t end if you don’t pass a test, so don’t be over worried.
There are other methods that might help you with your studying. You will probably discover them after you have tried these.
A. free of everything but study materials
B. Don’t forget to set aside enough time for entertainment
C. Take advantage of class time to listen to everything the teacher says
D. No one can become a top student unless he or she works hard.
E. Develop a good attitude towards tests
F. Make full use of class time to take notes of what the teacher says in class
G. This will help you understand the next class
第II卷
第四部分 写作(共三节,满分50分)
第一节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
One Sunday morning in August, I went to local music festival. I left it early because I had an appointment 71 (late) that day. My friends walked me to the bus stop and waited with me 72 the bus arrived. I got on the bus and found a seat near the back, and then I noticed a man 73 (sit) at the front. He 74 (pretend) that a tiger toy was real and gave it a voice. He must be 75 (mental) disabled.
Behind him were other people to 76 he was trying to talk, but after some minutes 77 walked away and sat near me, looking annoyed. I didn’t want to be laughed at for talking to him but I didn’t like leaving him 78 his own either.
After a while I rose from my seat and walked to the front of the bus. I sat next to the man and introduced myself. We had 79 amazing conversation. He got off the bus before me and I felt very happy the rest of the way home.
I’m glad I made a choice. It made 80 of us feel good.
第二节 短文改错(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
下面短文有10处语言错误,请在有错误的地方增加、删除或修改某个单词。
增加: 在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧),并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除: 把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改: 在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意: 1、每句不超过两个错误;
2、每处错误及其修改均限一词;
3、只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
I often quarrel about my mother over if I can watch TV after school. She holds a view that senior students have to make fully use of every minute to work hard at their lessons. It seems to me that once I am allowed to do that, I’ll be unable to control myself and forget all about my study. She also thinks it is bad for my eye. But I really can’t accept her ideas. In my opinion, watch TV can set my mind at rest after a day’s hard work. Besides, it is important for us to know what had happened at home and at abroad. Thus, we shouldn’t be forbidden watch TV.
第三节:书面表达(满分25分)
假如你是李明,你发现部分同学每次遇到重要考试,都会出现一些焦虑症状。请你用英语写一封信,向某学生英文报编辑反映该问题。信的内容应包括下列要点:
1. 焦虑的症状:失眠,食欲不振,头痛等
2. 焦虑的原因(至少两点)
3. 你的建议(至少两点)
注意:
1. 字数100左右
2. 可适当增加细节以使行文连贯
3. 文章开头结尾已经写好
参考词汇:焦虑 anxiety
Dear editor,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Ming
