浦东新区2020-2021学年度第一学期期末教学水平测试
高中二年级英语试题
Listening Comprehension
Section A 5%
Directions: In Section A,you will hear five short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
1.A.Teacher and student. B.Customer and salesman.
C.Customer and repairman. D.Visitor and headmaster.
2.A. At a post office. B.At a bus station.
C.In a department store. D.In a dental clinic.
3.A.He'll go to bed early tonight B.He'll change a room tonight.
C.He'll sleep in his study for the night.
D.He’ll study till past midnight
4.A. She had no idea how to write an English essay.
B.She hardly finished the English essay on time.
C.She felt too tired to write the English essay.
D.She had some trouble writing the English essay.
5.A. The man is deeply attracted by an amusing TV show.
B. The man doesn't want to do the woman a favour.
C. The woman is tearing some paper from a book.
D.The woman can't help watching an exciting TV show.
Section B 10%
Directions:In Section B ，you will hear one short passage and longer conversation ，and you will be asked two or three questions on each of them. The passage and the conversation will be read twice, bu the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 6 through 8 are based one the following passage.
6.A. They welcomed lover a million visitors.
B.They showed visitors unique wildlife
C.They got involved in the whaling industry
D. They provided whales with natural homes.
7.A. Tourists may get to know different types of whale migration .
B.It illustrates the ways whale interact with each other to the tourists.
C. Tourists can see whales in their natural surroundings with their own eyes.
D.It provides tourists with experiences of boating with the migrating whales.
8.A.Guarantees on whale watching tours
B.A popular example of eco-tourism（生态旅游）
C. History and various types of eco-tourism.
D.Means of making money from whale watching.
Questions 9 through 10 are based one the following conversation.
9.A.How to dress properly. B.The woman's fashion sense.
C.What birthday gifts to buy. D.The man's dressing habit.
10.A The mar advise the woman to wear a suit and a tie.
B.They will go to the birthday party although uninvited.
C. There is a dress code __________other astronomers had different ideas, Ptolemy's theory was held for almost15.00years
In the 1540s,the Polish astronomer Nicholas Copernicus published many books,one
__________explained how Earth and the other planets orbit the sun. In the early 1600s.Galileo proved that Copernicus was right. Galileo made his observations by __________ a telescope 。 He was the first astronomer to use one.
Today, astronomers use telescopes that are much __________ than Galileo's. In 1990,the Hubble Space Telescope began orbit Earth .the Hubble telescope studies some rays from distant stars and galaxies ， These are the rays that never reach Earth, because they
__________ by Earth's atmosphere .The Hubble telescope has found evidence of a black hole-a__________ star that takes in all matter the comes near __________The Hubble telescope has also sent back information about some very young stars.
__________y planets in our solar system, scientists have launched unarmed space probes In 1997, the Pathfinder mission landed a small vehicle named Sojourner on Mars. So far, Sojourner__________ that the composition of Mars is more like Earth than scientists had thought.__________Earth, Mars has a melted core. Pressure bubbles up from that core and sometimes causes volcanoes.
Section B 9%
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
A.agreements B.attack C.complex D.especially E.reasonable |
The Teeth-Heart Connection
You've probably heard the list of factors that put you at risk for heart disease: smoking, poor diet, lack of exercise and so on. But did you know that the health of your gums may also__________your probability of developing heart disease?
More than 120 studies have looked into the possible__________between gum disease and heart disease.Most of them say that gum disease is a risk factor for heart disease.This means that people with gum disease often develop heart disease but that gum disease doesn't__________cause heart disease.
Doctors and scientists have offered a number of possible reasons for this connection.One common factor is inflammation ， which occurs when the body senses a danger and sends white blood cells to__________it This leads to painful swelling. which is the main sign of gum disease.While inflammation hasn’t been shown to cause heart disease .it often goes with it .And as it turns out .the same types of bacteriaoften lead to inflammation in both diseases.
It's also possible that the connection has less to do with biology than with the habits of a__________Perhaps people who take good care of their teeth will protect your heart__________heart disease.
So what does this mean for you health? Since the role of gum disease in causing heart disease isn't certain, don't assume that taking care of your teeth will protect you heat. Certainly, brushing is no replacement for exercise and a healthy diet, but keeping your mouth healthy and avoiding gum disease are still__________goals to work towards. They'll spare you pain and high dental bills and keep your beautiful smile complete. This research does mean that if you have gum disease, you should get your heart checked. This is__________true if you are at risk of heart disease for others reasons ,such as smoking .
Who would have though that your mouth and you hear would be connected? The body is a__________and mysterious thing, so do all you can to preserve it
III.Reading Comprehension
Section A 15%
Directions: For each blank in the following passages there are four words ;or phrases marked A,B,C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase the best fits the context.
Left foot,right foot,Left foot,right foot……you can travel fast or slow,The__________of your feet gets you where you need to go. But it also gets you so much more! Walking is a basic,simple exercise that's__________for almost everyone.
Walking helps you in__________ways.First it makes your heart stronger .Studies show__________walking lowers your chance of heart disease.Walking for30 minutes per day also helps control high blood pressure It can__________your chance of having a strokeor developing some cancers, too.
Want to lose weight? You need to__________ 600 more calories each day than you eat.Walking is the easiest way to do that.
Walking helps your brain health.As people age,their brains don't work as well.One in 14 people over 65 years old suffers from__________loss.Older people who walk six miles or more per week keep their brains in better shape.Putting one foot in front of the other isn't__________
You don't have to think about it, so you can__________other things. You can consider problems or think of ideas.You can think over conversations again or just remember funny things that have just happened____________________ Walking is also good for your wallet.It__________the cosplayt of going to a gym.Walk quickly for 150 minutes each week to get a good workout.A pedometer can get you started. Begin with trying to take 1,000 steps in 10 minutes to set the right__________
You can make walking part of your day__________parking right next to your office,park a distance away--and walk.Do not take the elevator,but walk.You can even have walking meetings. They are what they sound like. Rather than__________you walk and talk things over.
Make walking a__________，and see how it makes you feel.
30.A.shape B.size C.movement D.power
31.A suitable B.cosplaytly C.awful D.exciting
32.A quick B.various C.subtle D.comfortable
33.A.rapid B.casual C.regular D.night
34.A.see B.offer C.improve D.reduce
35.A.get B.count C.watch D.bur
36.A.weight B.energy C.memory D.strength
37.A.different B.difficult C.pleasant D.necessary
38.A.look for B.worry about C.concentrate on D.deal with
39.A.recently B.afterwards C.frequently D.instead
40.A.saves B.calculates C.covers D.raises
41.A.pace B.amount C.course D.limit
42.A.Due to B.Instead of C.In addition to D.Despite
43.A.chat B.park C.exercise D.it
44.A.business B.habit C.regulation D.direction
Section B 16%
Directions: Read the following passages Each passage followed by several questions or unfinished statements,For each of them there are four choices marked A,B.c and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
It's Christmas time, and in Quebec City, you can feel it in the air. The days are short, and the weather is cold and snowy.The historic buildings and streets are decorated in beautiful decorations and magnificent lights.It 's the perfect time to dress warmly and explore the city!
If you're in need of some last-minute gifts,Quebec City's Christmas markets are just the solution.At the Quebec City Craft Fair ，you're sure to find a unique gift for everyone on your list. You can get handmade items crafted from leather, wood and glass,as well as pottery, jewelry,food and more.If you're in the mood for an Old World experience,check out the original German Christmas Market. Here you can sample some delicious European holiday treats,like gingerbread,sausages and various hot drinks.
For many families,it's a Christmas tradition to go out and look at Christmas lights.Beginning on December 21， the shortest day of the year, Quebec City lights up a series of fun and inspiring holiday light displays.Wander the Boreal Path between Place D'Youville and
Grande Allee and experience the magical lights.
This year visitors to Quebec City will have something extra to celebrate-the 350th anniversary of Notrc-Dame de Quebec Basilica Cathedral.This cathedral is the oldest in North America and __________ an amazing inside. Walk around inside to admire the works of art,
and you will find it worthy of the pride.
There's more Christmas fun to be had in Quebec City on the slopes of the Mont-Sainte-Anne Resort On December 22, Santa arrives via dogsled, and there are plenty of family-friendly activities throughout the week .You may want to choose a ski package-there are courses ranging from beginner to advanced level.On December 29，on Le Massif de Charlevoix,there's even more snowy fun going on after dark! Usually the trails on this mountain close at sunset, but no on this night! If you are a daring skilled skier, put on a headlamp and go skiing in
the dark-it's a rush you won’t forget! At the bottom,you’ll be welcomed with campfires ,live music and more.
Whether you've come to shop, see the sights or just have fun in the snow you're guaranteed to get into the holiday spirit here. If you’re looking for a picture-perfect Christmas experience, look no further than Quebec City.
45. If you want a colorful handcrafted glass lamp as 8 Christmas present for you friend ,you most probably can get it at __________
A. the Quebec City Craft Fair B. the German Christmas Market
C.the Mont-Sainte-Anne Resort D.Note-Dame de Quebec Basilica Cathedral
46.The word "boasts" in paragraph 4 most probably means
A.tries on B.takes away C. works out D.shows off
47.Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A.Quebec City provides people with traditional Christmas foods everywhere.
B. Fiends may gather in Quebec City to enjoy beautiful Christmas lights as a tradition
C. Quebec City is an ideal place to feel the cheerful atmosphere of a white Christmas.
D. Brave beginners are encouraged to enjoy the nigh rush at the Mont-Sainte-Anne Resort.
48.Which of the following is the best title of the passage?
A.Quebec City,a City of Lights B.Christmas in Quebec City
C.Quebec City a Shopper's Heaven D.Christmas Snow Fun in Quebec City
As much as we may want to protect children from all the terrible, horrible and very bad things in life, too often we don't get a choice. These four new kids' books serve as guides for a variety of difficulties and as important reminders that we have a choice in how we react to such __________.These stories introduce young readers to relatable characters who are processing and recovering from hardships and sorrows. Each book, in its own way, offers a guide for young readers who are facing their own struggles. Together, they teach a lesson for us all in resilience and hope.
The Secret Horses Of Briar Hill | Goodbye Days By Jeff Zentner |
Stef Soto,Taco Queen | why Can't Grandma Remember My Name? |
"Such trials"in paragraph I most probably refers to__________
A.creative processes B.lovable characters
C.painful reminders D.difficult experiences
50.Suppose you have just moved from Asia to America and your kids have trouble getting along with others a school, which of the following books are you going to pick for your children?
A.The Secret Horses Of Briar Hill
B Goodbye Days
C.Stef Soto,Taco Queen
D.Why Can't Grandma Remember My Name?
51.Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A. The secret horses help Emmaline solve her problems.
B.Carver Briggs tries everything to prove his innocence.
C.Estefania fights very hard to protect her identity.
D.Little Ashley makes an outline for the book.
52.The author writes this passage to
A.share some new parental skills with parents
B.teach kids how to write some dramatic stories
C.start a discussion on the TOPics of the new books
D.introduce some newly published books for kids
IV.Summary Writing 10%
Directions: Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point of the passage in no more than 60 words.Use your own words as far as possible.
Interruptions are one of the worst things to deal with while you're trying to get work done.When you want to avoid interruptions at work,there are several ways to handle things.Let's take a look at them now.
If you're busy,don't feel bad about saying no.Tell the person you're sorry and explain that you have a million things to do and then ask if the two of you can talk at a different time.
When people try to interrupt you, have set hours planned and let them know to come back during that time or that you'll find them then. It's important that you let them know when you'll be available.It can help to eliminatefuture interruptions.
When you need to talk to someone,don’t do it in your own office. If you're in the other person's office or in a public area ,it’s much easier to excuse yourself to get back to your work than if you try to get someone out of your space even after explaining how busy you are.
If you have a door to your office,make good use of it.Leave it open when you're available to talk and close it when you're not.If someone knocks and it's not an important matter,excuse yourself and let the person know you're busy so they can get the hint that when the door is closed, you're not to be disturbed.
V.Translation 10%
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
1.充足的睡眠可以使你白天精力充沛。
2.只须不断努力，你们所有些梦想都会达成。
3.上个月这条街上有好儿家便利店开张，真是太出乎大家的意料了。
VI.Guided Writing 15%
Directions: Write an English composition in 100~ 120 words
below in Chinese.
现代的青年好像极少有空闲阅读。请联系生活实质，简单剖析缘由并提出建议。
