2014石家庄二模英语试题及答案

2014年石家庄市高中毕业班第二次模拟考试试卷英语
阅读理解：
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August Dietz had a very clear vision in 2005. He says it was as if he saw a plane flying in the skies before him, and it was carrying a long red banner（横幅）saying "Go to China". The 83-year-old retired engineering teacher from Arizona, United States, obeyed the call, and he has been teaching English in Yangshuo as a volunteer for the last seven years.
Before coming to China, he spent much time on the Internet checking the possibilities and made a long list of Chinese telephone numbers, behind which he believed were jobs for him. He called the first number and an English-speaking Chinese businessman operating foreign language schools in Yangshuo answered his call. "Something strange happened and there was immediate chemistry between us," he recalls. "He said he could not hire me but asked if I would consider coming to teach English as a volunteer." He arrived in Yangshuo in late 2006.
His family had lived in different countries. He once worked as an air defense system technician first in the Caribbean in the 1950s and later as a consultant for the US air force headquarters in Europe in the 1960s. "My initial attitude was that 'the people on the islands were poor and I am a rich American'. Later, I realized how ashamed I was because I found out that the local people knew more about how to live in difficult conditions than Americans. That's when I knew there is so much to learn beyond American culture." This epiphany（顿悟）changed his mind and paved the way toward an easier period in
He teaches about 15 hours every week in Yangshuo now, living off his US pension. He also trains his students how to teach English. That his students can teach English gives him a great sense of achievement.
21. By saying “there was immediate chemistry between us”, August Dietz probably means
“__________”
A. we had much disagreement
B. we shared a lot in common
C. we both had interest in chemistry
D. we decided to find some volunteers
22.What does the third paragraph mainly talk about?
A.Dietz had rich experiences in different countries.
B.Dietz once had a wrong opinion on the island people.
C.Dietz felt proud of American culture as an American.
D.Dietz’s change in mind made his stay in China easier.
23.What does Dietz think of his teaching in China?
A.Challenging.
B. Rewarding.
C. Interesting.
D. Demanding.
24.What can be learned from the text?
A.Dietz did different jobs before coming to China.
B.Diet found his teaching job on the Internet.
C.Dietz received an invitation to work in China.
D.Dietz was well paid as an English teacher in China.
Scientists believe that people "dressed up" long before they made a habit of wearing clothes. Primitive man dressed himself in feathers, painted his body or wrapped himself in animal skins. It was probably some time before man discovered than decorations kept him warm and protected him from various injuries.
When primitive people began to wear clothing regularly, they had to make it from the materials at hand. In cold regions, they often used skins of animals as protection against the cold. In warmer regions people dressed themselves in clothing made from leaves, tree bark and grass. Some people scraped the hair from animal skins to make soft leather for their clothes.
Linen was the first woven material from which clothes were made. From very early times, man has known how to make flax into fine linen. In fact, over 4,000 years ago, Egyptians grew flax along the banks of the Nile River. They learned how to make thread from the fiber of the flax plant. Egyptian and Jewish priests, who lived in warm lands, wore fine linen clothing at religious festivals. The Egyptians wound their mummies in bands of linen before placing them into the tombs. Fine linen was also worn by the wealthy Greeks of ancient times.
Wool was probably the second woven material for clothes because sheep can live in many different climates and are easy to raise. They have been raised in many parts of the world for their meat and wool. We don’t know when people first thought of cutting off the sheep’s wool. However, we do know that, very early in history, rich and poor people alike were wearing wool clothes. Amusingly, sheep’s wool wasn’t the only wool used by early man. The people of northern India and Tibet wove the fleece of the Cashmere goat into soft warm clothing and the South American Indians made clothes from the wool of Hama, their beast of burden.
25.What was the first woven material made of?
A. Leather.
B. Tree bark.
C. Flax.
D. Animal hair.
26. Why were wool clothes widely worn in history?
A. They were very comfortable to wear in all climates.
B. People could easily raise sheep in various climates.
C. They were very popular among the wealthy people.
D. It was easy to cut wool off sheep and make it into clothes.
27. The northern Indians obtained wool from_________.
A. Cashmere goat.
B. Camel.
C. Angora goat.
D. Hama.
28. Who learned how to make thread from the fiber of plants?
A. Greeks.
B. American Indians.
C. Jews.
D. Egyptians.
Even though busy lifestyles often make it difficult, eating together as a family is important from a young age. It becomes particularly important for the physical and emotional health of teens. Why?
It brings a consistent routine back into the children’s lives and provides an opportunity for discussions that deal with better eating habits, manners, nutrition—anything that they want to bring to the table.
Emotional health is improved.
Teens frequently become depressed, particularly during the high school years. Meals are a good time to discuss values and even get a clue of problems in your teen’s life. Some childhood professionals say this makes it less likely for teens to use tobacco, alcohol or drug.
Nutrition is better.
People, children, teens as well as adults, feel better if they are eating correctly. Also, children who are eating the right food are not eating too much of the wrong foods. Eating together may stop those who want to lose weight from skipping meals.
There are fewer weight problems.
Girls want to be thin and boys want to be thin and muscular. Meals are a good time to discuss that potatoes are not so bad and a high protein diet is not so good for weight loss or general health. Many teens think they are too fat even when this is not true. Family meals also help reduce obesity, particularly when parents are nutrition wise. A child with erratic eating patterns results in poor eating habits, which can lead to weight gain.
Academic performance ban be improved.
Research has shown that even grades are better when families eat together more often.
29.Which of the following is true?
A. Family members tend to eat more at a family meal.
B. Boys have more problems than girls in eating habits.
C. Parents can find teens’ emotional problems at a family meal.
D. Skipping meals is more likely to help teens lose weight.
30.What does the underlined word “erratic” probably mean?
A. Various.
B. Special.
C. Normal.
D. Irregular.
31. The main purpose of the text is to ________.
A. explain the benefits of eating together as a family
B. draw public attention to teens’ weight problems
C. discuss teens’ physical and emotional problems
D. introduce a better way to improve teens’ grades
The Internet already dominates every aspect of our work and social life. So what’s next for the Internet? You may have already heard about the so-called “Internet of Things”. It has received a lot of attention with several tech-oriented media regarding 2014 as the year of the Internet of Things.
The Internet connects us to our devices, enabling us to upload data. In the Internet of Things, however, data is transferred over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction. The concept has changed from the union of wireless technology and micro-electromechanical systems. A thing, in the Internet of Things, can be a person or a car that has built-in sensors to warn the driver when the tire pressure is low.
Here is a simple explanation offered by The Atlantic: “Companies can put chips in lifeless objects —cars, refrigerators—that allow those objects to be connected to the Internet and controlled remotely.”
At the beginning of the Internet age, we had to use a mouse to visit a website when we interacted with our devices. But the Internet of Things replaces these Internet-related actions. Our smartphones already have the ability to gather information without our awareness. The next step is to make our smartphones even smarter by having them remote-control our air conditioners, lighting systems, or home security without us giving any commands.
In 2014 we will see a breakthrough of the Internet of Things, says the Quartz article. That’s because in the past year or so, tech companies have created inexpensive, power-efficient chips that enable pretty much anything to connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi, or to a mobile phone. The marketing language about the Internet of Things reflects their desire to dominate it. You’ll be hearing a lot about the Internet of Things in 2014.
32.What’s the major character of the Internet of Things?
A. Anything with built-in chips can be connected to the Internet.
B. People are able to purchase anything through the Internet.
C. Our smart phones are even more advanced than before.
D. More smart products are available to common people.
33.What can we learn about the Internet of Things from the text?
A. Humans will be replaced completely in it.
B. A mouse is a must for people to visit it.
C. It will be a hot topic in the year of 2014.
D. Chips for it are more expensive than before.
34.Giant technology companies are planning to ________ via the Internet of Things.
A. sell more products
B. do more research
C. interact with consumers
D. make a big profit
35.Which of the following is the best title of the text?
A. Advantages of the Internet
B. What’s Next for the Internet
C. New Technologies of 2014
D. Smarter Smartphones
七选五：
Surprising Benefits of Having a Dog
Dogs offer more than just companionship. If you’re considering getting a pooch, check out these surprising benefits of having a dog.
1.You’ll exercise more.
Owning a dog can motivate you to exercise every day. On those days when it might be easy to skip a workout, looking at your dog standing by the door waiting to go for a walk can give you the push you need to get out there. 36
2.Your social life may improve.
Not only does walking your dog help you to get exercise, it might also help you get a date.
37 Going to the dog park or taking your dogs to run errands can also lead to strangers striking up conversations with you about your dog.
3.Your heart will be healthier.
Studies have shown that petting a dog lowers a person’s heart rate. 38 In fact, some research has shown that dog owners are much more likely to survive a heart attack compared to non-dog owners. Male pet owners in particular tend to experience a reduced rate of heart disease.
4.You’re less likely to feel depressed.
39 Dog owners are less likely to be depressed. Dog owners who have been diagnosed with clinic al depression aren’t likely to be as depressed as other people. Caring for a dog helps relieve symptoms of depression and encourages people to be more positive.
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Dogs can be an effective home security system. Just knowing that you’ve got a dog who can use its keen sense of hearing to detect anyone walking around can help increase your sense of security, which is good for both your mental and physical health.
A. You’ll feel safer.
B. Dogs can replace security system.
C. You can never imagine your dog can be of so much benefit.
D. Therefore, dog owners are more likely to have a healthy heart.
E. The benefits of dog ownership extend to your mental health as well.
F. People are more likely to stop and talk with you when you’re walking a dog.
G. Taking your dog for a 30 minute walk every day can greatly improve your health.
One day on my back from work, I pulled into Dunkin Donuts drive-through. I was tired and hungry. 41 about money and bills as usual. I was 42 the woman in a V olkswagen with a “Life is Good!” sticker on the back window. As she 43 her hand out of the window to pay for her order, I saw her 44 neatly cut and polished and the 45 jewelry on her arm. Her hair looked like she’d just been to the hairdresser’s. 46 , my envy kicked in and I started to 47 . “Must be nice!” And various other selfish thoughts went through my mind. I was also a little 48 when I saw her material possession and her “Life is Good!”49 .
When it was my 50 to pay for my order, the cashier told me that the lady in the V olkswagen had paid for it! I was told that she 51 goes through the drive-through, gets a cup of coffee, pays with a 20 bill and puts the 52 money towards those behind her 53 . I felt 54 and very ashamed of my own attitude. I tried to 55 her to wave her a thank-you, but soon she disappeared into the traffic.
Since then, I have done 56 things now and then, such as paying for someone behind me, 57 a lonely man a Thanksgiving meal at Mc Donald. Each time, I’ll remember the lady in the V olkswagen and her 58 . And I realize that little things really 59 because they do have an influence on others. Now my mother makes it a 60 for her to buy meals for people in restaurants anonymously.
41. A. puzzled B. delighted C. satisfied D. worried
42. A. around B. behind C. before D. beside
43. A. raised B. waved C. reached D. pulled
44. A. nails B. dress C. fingers D. hair
45. A. cheap B. false C. expensive D. plain
46. A. Suddenly B. Gradually C. Eventually D. Steadily
47. A. praise B. scold C. pray D. complain
48. A. bored B. astonished C. annoyed D. amused
49. A. ambition B. determination C. method D. attitude
50. A. turn B. duty C. business D. chance
51. A. rarely B. occasionally C. regularly D. seldom
52. A. remaining B. current C. extra D. spare
53. A. in order B. in line C. in place D. in return
54. A. hopeful B. comfortable C. helpful D. grateful
55 A. catch sight of B. look up to C. catch up with D. put up with
56. A. similar B. usual C. simple D. different
57. A. selling B. serving C. buying D. cooking
58. A. beauty B. wealth C. envy D. kindness
59. A. count B. differ C. cost D. return
60. A. gift B. rule C. story D. Promise
Years ago in Scotland, Clark and his wife worked hard and saved money, 61 (make) plans for their family to move to America. Finally they had saved enough money and gotten passports. The whole family were filled with 62 (excite). However, seven days before their departure, the youngest son 63 (bite) by a dog. The doctor sewed up the boy but he 64 (hang) a yellow sheet on the Clarks’ front door. Because of the possibility of rabies（狂犬病）, their son was separated for fourteen days.
The family’s dream was destroyed. They would not be able to make the trip to America 65 they had planned. The father, disappointed and angry, hurried to the dock and wept bitter tears to watch the ship leave 66 the Clark family.
Five days 67 , the tragic news spread throughout Britain—Titanic, 68 was on her first voyage on April 14, 1912, had sunk, taking hundreds of lives with it. The Clark family should have been on that ship, but because the dog bit the son, they were left behind.
When Mr Clark heard of 69 news, he hugged hos son and thanked 70 for saving the family.
短文改错：
Dear Peter,
I’m glad to receive your letter ask for my advice on how to learn Chinese well. Here are few suggestions.
First, it is important for you to take a Chinese course, as you can be able to learn from the teacher and practice with your fellow students. Then, it also help you to watch TV and read books, magazines and newspaper in Chinese whenever possible. However, it should be a good idea to learn and sing Chinese songs, because by doing so you’ll learn or remember Chinese words more easy. You can also make more Chinese friends, that will tell you a lot about China and help you learn Chinese.
Try and write to me in Chinese in next time.
Best wishes!
Li Hua 书面表达：
当前，越来越多的人开始使用手机支付。

请根据以下提示，以Mobile Payment为题，用英语写一篇短文，介绍手机支付。

1.丰富了日常支付手段；
2.不受时间、地点限制；
3.需要具备手机和网络；
4.可能存在问题（如账户安全等）。

注意：
1.词数100左右，开头语已为你写好。

2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Mobile Payment
Nowadays, mobile payment is becoming more and more popular._____________________
2014年石家庄市高中毕业班第二次模拟考试答案
英语
参考答案
听力（20×1.5=30）：1—5 CBACA 6—10 AABCB 11—15 BCAAB 16—20 CBCCB
阅读理解（15×2=30）：21—24 BDBA 25—28 CBAD 29—31 CDA 32—35 ACDB
七选五（5×2=10）：36—40 GFDEA
完形填空（20×1.5=30）：41—45 DBCAC 46—50 ADCDA 51—55 CABDC 56—60 ACDAB
语法填空（10×1.5=15）：61. making 62. excitement 63. was bitten 64. hung 65. as
66. without 67. later 68. which 69. the 70. him
短文改错（10×1=10）：
参考答案
Dear Peter,
I’m glad to receive your letter ask for my advice on how to learn Chinese well. Here
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doing so you’ll learn or remember Chinese words more easy. You can also make more Chinese friends, that will and easily who
tell you a lot about China and help you learn Chinese.
Try and write to me in Chinese in next time.
Best wishes.
Lihua
书面表达(满分25分)：
One possible version：
Nowadays, mobile payment is becoming more and more popular. In addition to paying with cash, cheque, or credit cards, a consumer can use a mobile phone to pay for a wide range of services and goods. Compared with those traditional means, mobile payment is faster and more convenient, as it can be used at any given time or place, thus saving much time and energy.
Meanwhile, we can’t neglect the fact that it must be operated with a phone and a network. And it is only recently that the technology to support such systems has become widely available, which will arouse public concern over its potential risks, such as the account security and other unexpected problems.
Technology is changing our life rapidly, whether we are ready for it.(119 words)。