高二期末模拟题听力-

高二英语期末测试题
2021.12 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）
1.What does the man probably mean?
A. The woman is getting fat.
B. The woman is losing weight.
C. The woman is kind to share her chocolate.
2.Where is Mary going tomorrow?
A. To the movies.
B. To a museum.
C. To the hospital.
3.What will Joe do this Sunday?
A. Go hiking.
B. Buy some clothes.
C. Do some housework.
4.What does the woman think of the painting?
A. It's just so-so.
B. It's excellent.
C. It's terrible.
5.How much did the man tip the woman?
A. $100.
B. $10.
C. $1.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听第6段材料,回答第6-7题。

6.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A.Good friends.B.Colleagues(同事).C.Classmates.7.What is the man's reason for being absent?A.He was sick.B.His wife was sick.C.He was on vacation.
听第7段材料,回答第8-9题。

8.Where is Tanya now?A.At her desk.B.In a meeting.C.At the downtown office.9.How does the woman suggest contacting Tanya?A.By calling her cell phone.B.By sending her an e-mail.C.By visiting her office.
听第8段材料,回答第10-12题。

10.When did the speakers last see each other?A.One year ago.B.Two years ago.C.Three years ago.11.What was the woman doing in Asia?A.Traveling.B.Studying Japanese.C.Teaching biology.12.What do we know about Kathy Morris?A.She is a Japanese girl.B.She is the woman's workmate.C.She is the man's wife.
听第9段材料,回答第13-16题。

13.What was Uncle Marco's former job?A.A solider.B.A doctor.C.A teacher.14.What happened to Uncle Marco twenty years ago?A.His grandmother died.B.He was shot in the leg.C.He got an award for helping others.15.What does the woman think of Uncle Marco?A.A little crazy.B.Very kind.C.Quite humorous.16.How long had Uncle Marco been away this time?A.For six weeks.B.For six months.C.For seven months.
听第10段材料,回答第17-20小题。

17.What evidence was there that a thief had entered the house?A.A messy room.B.A broken window.C.A footprint(脚印) from a person.18.What is the second step to protecting your home?A.Hiding your money carefully.B.Having your neighbors look after your house.C.Locking all the doors and windows.19.Where should you never leave a house key?A.In the neighbor's house.B.In a drawer.C.In the mailbox.20.What should you do if you hear strange sounds in your house?A.Look for the thief.B.Call the police.C.Hide under your bed.
第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5）
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Food festivals are a common occurrence in the UK and take place in all sorts of places and at all sorts of times.
Are you a meat lover? Then why not try Meatopia? This three-day, London-based festival usually takes place at the end of August. In addition to a range of meat products, from juicy burgers to tasty steaks, attendees can watch butchery demonstrations and attend informal meat-based workshops.
If you prefer a festival that will help you avoid any kind of meat or fish, then VegfestUK is for you. This vegan-friendly event takes place in a range of UK places several times a year. Here you can enjoy a wide selection of freshly prepared vegan food, learn cooking tips and hear talks on nutrition to help you make the most of your plant-based food.
If you have a sweet tooth, then the National Honey Show, which started in 1923, will be the place for you. This three-day event attracts over 2,000 entrants (参赛者) to its traditional competition, and offers lectures and workshops on beekeeping and, of course, honey.
If that doesn't suit you, what about a festival that is dedicated merely to strawberries? Strawberry, a festival of preserves(果酱), has been running for a decade. It includes a competition to find the best homemade strawberry sauce.
If you prefer something with a kick, then you could attend the Ginger and Spice Festival held in Market Drayton. It celebrates its town's historic connection to Robert Clive, who returned from India with ginger.
While there's no accounting for taste, the UK has something to offer most people. From large-scale festivities, to the smaller informal gatherings, one thing is certain: people are crazy about their food.
21.What does Meatopia aim to offer?A.Various local specialities.B.Meat-related activities.C.Just meat-based
products.D.Lessons on healthy diets.22.Which of the following is intended for people who favor
sugar?A.VegfestUK.B.Strawberry.C.The National Honey Show.D.The Ginger and Spice Festival.23.What do all the festivals have in common?A.They are popular with some people.B.They last for no more than three days.C.They have gained global recognition.D.They have promoted local tourism.
B
Although fires are still a danger in every major city today, they were a much more serious problem in earlier centuries. The Great Fire of London was a serious example of the damage fire can cause. Finally, however, this disaster also positively affected the city.
In 1666, the Great Fire of London burned for several days, destroying most of the central district of the city. The disaster caused a huge amount of damage— around seventy thousand people lost their homes. At the time, there were only about eighty thousand living in the city. There are no accurate records of how many people died in the fire because the worst damage happened in poor neighborhoods. Unfortunately, the government didn't record the deaths of poor people in those early times.
When the fire happened, people in London were already struggling to survive a large plague (瘟疫) that broke out in 1665. London's housing troubles were a major cause of the problem. At the time, much of central London consisted of closely packed and poorly made wooden buildings. This created an unhealthy environment because germs travelled freely from home to home. In addition, the buildings were on narrow, dirty streets where people threw their garbage. Rats were attracted by the garbage, and they brought fleas (跳蚤)—the carriers of the plague. Once people caught the plague from fleabites, the disease spread rapidly throughout the city especially in the cramped central
district. It was in these terrible conditions that the Great Fire raged through London.
Despite the damage, the fire had a positive effect because it destroyed the old, poorly made wooden buildings. It also killed most of the rats and fleas, which slowed the spread of the plague. After the fire, the government rebuilt the damaged areas. Whenever possible, they used brick or stone. Thus, the new houses were much more solid and more difficult for rats to enter. Widened streets and improved garbage collection also helped to stop the disease from spreading from person to person because there was simply more room to walk.
24.What can be learned about fires in the past according to the passage?A.They mainly happened in large cities.B.They always had some positive effects.C.They caused small amounts of damage.D.They were more dangerous than fires today.25.Why are there no accurate death records of the Great Fire?A.The numbers were beyond counting.B.The government intended to hide the facts.C.The records were destroyed in another fire.D.The deaths of poor people were unrecorded.26.What does the underlined word "cramped" in Paragraph 3 mean?A.Ancient.B.Crowded.C.Damaged.D.Popular.27.Why did the government rebuild the city with brick or stone after the fire?A.To reduce building costs.B.To make houses stronger.C.To keep fleas out of the
city.D.To stop the plague spreading.
C
As the weather gets colder, we start wearing jackets, and most of us stop thinking about the sun. But the sun's rays can be just as harmful when it's cold and cloudy outside. "Any exposed area of your body can still get sunburned," Dr. Apple A. Bodemer, an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, told Live Science.
Whether you spend a day on the slopes or clearing snow out of your driveway, your face is still getting exposed to the sun's radiation in the form of ultraviolet(紫外线)(UV) light, which can go deep into your skin cells, causing DNA damage, according to Bodemer.
The sun's long ultraviolet A (UVA) waves can cause earlier aging and wrinkles, while its shorter ultraviolet B (UVB) rays are known for causing skin reddening and burns.
Skin damage caused by UV exposure increases over time. More exposure to radiation contributes to severer damage, even skin cancer. In addition, snow and ice can also make sun damage worse. They reflect up to 80 percent of UV rays reaching the ground. That means you get heat from both the sky and the ground. And skiers and snowboarders increase their risk of getting sunburned even more because UV exposure increases at higher altitudes.
"Generally, the biggest factor for sun-sensitivity is how pale your skin is," Bodemer said. "But the reality is that even the individual with the darkest skin can get sun damage."
Luckily, the solution to protecting your skin is simple: Wear sunscreen every day. Rigel recommended using sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30, and that SPFs go higher at higher altitudes. As a rule of thumb, SPF 30 will block 97 percent of UVB rays, SPF 50 blocking 98 percent, and SPF 100 blocking 99 percent. Whatever kind of sunscreen you use,
it's important to apply it once about every 2 hours.
Rigel also suggested sunscreens with "broad spectrum (光谱)"—to protect against both UVB and UVA rays — as well as sunscreens that are water-resistant for up to 80 minutes. That way, you can go about your day without it wearing off too quickly.
28.Which of the statements best describes UV light?A.UVB rays cause much less damage to skin than UVA rays.B.Skin damage from UV light can be totally prevented by sunscreen.C.Snow and ice make people suffer much more UV light damage.D.People outdoors needn't worry about getting sunburned on a cold day.29.Which is the most vital factor as for sun damage?A.Your skin color.B.The clothes you wear.C.The altitude of your place.D.The weather when you are outside.30.What do we know about sunscreen?A.The lower the sunscreen's SPF is, the better effect it will have.B.People working on high mountains need sunscreen of SPF 30.C.Applying sunscreen once a day when you are outside is necessary.D.Water-resistant sunscreen can be applied once every 80 minutes.31.What may be the best title for the passage?A.Being Exposed to Sun RaysB.Ultraviolet A & Ultraviolet BC.Preventing Sunburn in WinterD.Different Kinds of Sunscreens
D
I started out my career as an editor for a travel magazine. I didn't really mind the work, but I wanted something more challenging. My sister sent me some details about a content management position in a digital reading company. The job was a seemingly perfect mix of my skills and interests, so I jumped at it.
However, soon after I joined the company, its model changed to focusing on education, and everything about my position changed. I was asked to take on the completely different roles of selling the products to teachers and training people. I had no experience in sales, training or education. On top of that, I'm an introvert (内向的人). I felt more than a little outside my comfort zone.
I knew I wanted to grow as an individual and make a serious impact on the company. I told myself that everything felt overwhelming(令人不知所措的) at first and I should at least try. In a way, I felt like I didn't have a choice. I knew jumping out of the nest was the right thing for me, even though it felt pretty awful.
I was fortunate to be surrounded by very helpful people, both at work and at home. My best friend reminded me that I had taken huge leaps of faith in the past and told me I would pull through just fine. It also helped that my boss seemed to have more faith in my capabilities than I did. She never asked if I thought I could do it; she only asked if I was interested in trying.
I spent hours researching my company's products. I asked lots of questions and spoke to so many teachers and there were soon more good experiences than difficult ones. I looked for opportunities to put in extra effort. The more I did, the better I felt.
Over time, I discovered that the job was something I could do and liked doing. It was incredibly rewarding to see the company grow and know that I had something to do with its success. Sure, I made mistakes and took on more than I could handle. But I also learned that it's important to take risks and accept new opportunities, even when you're not sure whether
you'll do well. I don't think there's anything worse than failing because you refuse to even try. I’m so glad I tried, and know I'll do it again.
32.Why did the author change her job?A.She was not satisfied with her salary.B.She got bored with the editing job.C.She found a job that seemed perfect for her.D.She was introduced to the new company.33.What happened after the author joined
the new company?A.She quickly got used to the new position.B.She wanted to quit because of the great pressure.C.The boss thought she was unsuitable for her post.D.Her new duties pushed her to explore her full ability.34.How did the author finally manage to handle her job?A.She always had faith in her abilities.B.Her boss guided her in her work step by step.C.She made every effort to improve her work with the help of others.D.Her colleagues offered to take on some of her tasks.35.The author wrote this article mainly to ________.A.warn readers about the risks of changing jobsB.give advice on how to step out of one's comfort zoneC.show off the success she has achievedD.share the lessons she has learned from her progress
第二节（共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
"Many colleges look to see that students are involved outside the classroom, which shows they are well-rounded," says Shelby Wallace, director of admissions at Norwich University. Lindsay Moor, a senior from Williams College, adds, "36_____ It was also a chance to develop my leadership skills."
There are so many clubs and organisations to choose from in high school. Join a club that you are truly in love
with. 37_____ All you need is a group of students who will support your idea and the persistence(坚持不懈) to make your club successful. Your school will support you if you can show that you are serious.
38_____ "Colleges look for students to be different in their backgrounds," says Wallace. "Students should pick clubs according to what they are most interested in, and colleges will see the work and leadership that students have contributed to those organisations."
It will mean more to a college if you are able to list contributions and achievements you have made for one club rather than list a million clubs you did not care about. 39_____ Moor says, "Activity planning and the running of a club do not just happen, and successful clubs require the involvement of many different kinds of members with different skills."
Outside-of-school responsibilities, like jobs, are just as important to colleges as in-school activities. Colleges value any proof of your professional ethics(职业道德). "It is important for students to show these, as they show leadership and responsibility," says Wallace. 40_____
A.You should not join any club the school offers.
B.All members of a club are necessary and valued.
C.If you have an after-school job, put it on your record!
D.Joining high school clubs matters much down the road.
E.Colleges do not prefer one club or organisation to the other.
F.Joining clubs in high school provided me with a chance to meet people.
G.If your school does not offer a club you are interested in, start a club of your own!
第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

Nolan Barry, 8, and Thomas MacKeen, 9, were on their way home from school in Atkinson, N.H., with three other students on the school bus. Suddenly, their ride took a(n) 1 turn. The driver suffered a medical emergency and 2 , but the bus was still moving.
Nolan usually sits at the front of the bus, where he can see the driver. Because of Nolan's 3 , he was somewhat familiar with the bus controls. Although he forgot which button to 4 , he figured it out in time. Fortunately, Nolan started the emergency braking(刹车) system which also 5 the flashing red lights, putting the 6 sign and safety bar out.
But they weren't out of the woods yet; and they couldn't 7 how to open the doors. Thomas was the oldest student on the bus (in the fourth grade) and he was able to 8 the other students down and get them back into their seats.
Another student, 8-year-old David Silva, was also on the bus. Luckily, David's father, Jesse Silva, was just down the road 9 for the school bus to deliver his child, and he noticed the kids 10 the windshield(挡风玻璃) and saying "help".
The father ran over to the bus and 11 to get in. He saw the driver on the floor and the students were all 12 up. He tried unsuccessfully to wake the driver-her eyes opened but she wasn't communicating.
But that's when the paramedics(护理人员) arrived. The bus driver was 13 , but the cause of the collapse is still unclear. What is clear is that she was very lucky to have Nolan and Thomas on board when this all happened.
And they do feel like 14 , "kind of," Nolan said when interviewed. But they're not letting it to go to their 15 "Not like Superman. Not like that."
(41)A.excitingB.pleasantC.splendidD.scary(42)A.passed outB.lost temperC.went madD.broke down
(43)A.talentB.interaetionsC.observationsD.anxiety(44)A.changeB.pressC.protectD.cover(45)A.breaks upB.gives backC.turns onD.turns off
(46)A.dangerB.stopC.roadD.position(47)A.make outB.explainC.figure
outD.imagine(48)A.pullB.letC.putD.calm(49)A.lookingB.answeringC.longingD.waiting(50)A.beatingB.wipingC.paintingD.wa tching(51)A.refusedB.hesitatedC.failedD.managed(52)A.tiedB.shakenC.madeD.given(53)A.arrestedB.interviewedC.treated D. accused(54)A.foolsB.heroesC.experts D.drivers(55)A.headsB.eyesC.hands D.feet
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
Do you feel a little weak today? If so, put on a game face. A game face is a look of great determination on the face of a game player.
Game face is a kind of 56._____(face) expression, which can positively influence personal determination in overcoming challenges. But there was little scientific evidence 57._____(prove) a game face really helped people handle physical or mental problems.
So expert Richesin and several 58._____(colleague) did some research. They designed two tests, both of 59._____ were simple to carry out. For the first, they asked 62 people to put hands in ice-cold water for a few minutes. The second experiment required participants to figure out 60._____ puzzle.
For each experiment, the participants 61._____(divide) in half. One group were told to keep their expressions serious and determined. The other group were permitted 62._____(let) their faces do whatever expressions at that moment.
What was the result? The crowd 63._____ serious and determined expressions, not only performed, on average, about
20% 64._____(good), but also recovered from stress more effectively.
"Our study shows making a game face indeed has the potential for improving performance. So go ahead and try to make one," Richesin said at the 65._____(conclude) of his report.
第三部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华,你的英国朋友Peter给你发来邮件,想了解一下你的家乡自"十九大"以来所发生的变化,请你用英文给他回复一封邮件,内容如下:
1. 精准扶贫效果良好;
2. 环境得到了明显改善。

注意:
1.词数80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。

参考词汇:中国共产党第十九次全国代表大会the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China
精准扶贫 targeted poverty reduction
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第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。

The moon was hanging low in the South Carolina sky as Misha finished loading her truck. Then she led Gandalf to his cage in the back. It was 3 a. m. on Tuesday March 20. Misha's husband Chuck came out to see her off. "Don't expect to go up there and find that lost boy in the woods, because it's just not going to happen," Chuck said. As a retired firefighter, he had seen more incredible things than a kid surviving three cold nights in the mountains, but he didn't want his wife to be disappointed in herself or her dog.
Three days earlier, 12-year-old Michael disappeared suddenly from his troop's campsite in Doughton Park. A massive search party had been sent out to find the boy that had been missing in the woods for three days, but there was barely a trace of the boy. They were about to lose hope when one dog named Gandalf, stepped in.
Misha and Gandalf, her two-year-old dog, had trained for a year with the South Carolina Search and Rescue Dog Association. But this was their first real job. Doughton Park was located in a bowl on the side of a mountain. It was covered with heavy forest, where slippery moss (苔藓) and waterfall spray threatened one's footing and thundering streams could drown out a child's cry for help.
Misha and her teammates arrived at the staging area around 7 a. m. on Tuesday, day four. The wind was coming toward them then around the shoulder of a cliff (悬崖). Gandalf was about 30 yards ahead, working on the bank of the stream where it turned beneath a wall of rock. Misha saw him quickly lift his head. Was that the sign she'd been waiting for? Gandalf ran to the left, which was out of sight behind the cliff face. Misha tried to climb up the track behind him.
注意:续写词数应为150左右。

Paragraph 1 :
All of a sudden came the bark of Gandalf.
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Paragraph 2 :
As it turned out, Michael's experience was tough.
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