四川省自贡市富顺县城关2021-2022学年高二下学期期中考试英语试题.pdf

1、第 1 页 共 8 页富顺县城关中学 2021-2022（下）期中考试高二年级英语学科试卷第一部分听力（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）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。听完每段对话后，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. How is the man helping the woman?A. By buying her a street map.B. By telling her the address.C. By s

2、howing her the way on a map.2. What w ill the man do for the woman?A. Repair her car.B. Give her a lift.C. Pick up her aunt.3. Who might Mr. Peterson be?A. Anew professor.B. Adepartment head.C.Acompany director.4. How does the man find the book?A. Quite disappointing.B. Very interesting.C. Too simpl

3、e.5. What is the woman complaining about?A. There is no good new s.B. It is colder than usual.C. They cant w ear nice clothes.第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22. 5 分）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

4、、7 题。6. Why is Harry unwillingto join the woman?A. He has a pain in his knee.B. He w ants to watch TV.C. He is too lazy.7. How may the woman feel about Harrys reply?A. Delighted.B. Disappointed.C. Painful.听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。8. What are the two speakers talking about?A. What to do tonight.B. What to

5、eat tonight.C. Which cinema to go tonight.9. Where w ill the speakers go?A. To the Green House Cinema.B. To the New State Cinema.C. To the UME Cinema.听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。10. How long w ill their trip last?A. About one w eek.B. Only two days.C. It depends.11. Why are the speakers making the trip?A

6、. For business.B. For shopping.C. For holiday.12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Driver and passenger.B. Husband and wife.C. Fellow workers.听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。13. What is this conversation?第 2 页 共 8 页A. Ajob interview.B. Agraduation ceremony.C.Atraining program.14. Wha

7、t does John do now ?A. Hes a trainer.B. Hes a tour guide.C. Hes a college student.15. How much can a new person earn for the first year?A. $10,500.B. $ 12,000.C. $ 15,000.16. How many people w ill be interview ed these two days?A. Four.B. Three.C. Seven.听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。17. How long has the s

8、peaker lived in a small tow n?A. Ten years.B. Eight years.C. Eighteen years.18. What is the speaker s opinion on public transport?A. Its comfortable.B. Its time-saving.C. Its cheap.19. What is good about living in a small tow n?A. Its safer.B. Its healthier.C. Its more convenient.20. What kind of li

9、fe does the speaker seem to like most?A. Busy.B. Colorful.C. Quiet.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。ACornwall, England, may be most famous for its beautiful beaches and rich history, but the county is also amajor foodie destination.Edies KitchenAf

10、amily restaurant helmed by a chef with good international experience, it offers a seasonal, local menu thatchanges on a monthly basis. It particularly stands out from the rest, with all reviews praising the wait staffsattentive, friendly attitude. The restaurant is open for supper from Tuesday to Sa

11、turday. On Wednesdays, Fridays,and Saturdays, Edies is also open for lunch.DaakuDaaku provides guests with a cheerful and colorful space to avoid Cornwalls sometimes troublesomeweather.Adorned with old Bollywood posters, traditional Rajasthani decorations, and Indian artwork, the diningroom is perfe

12、ct, and its menu changes weekly to serve the best seasonal produce. It opens on Thursday andSaturday nights.The Blue Peter InnIf you re looking for an authentic Cornish pub experience, look no further than this one. Housed in awhitewashed building surrounded by the historic fishermens collages of pi

13、cture-perfect Polperro, it overlooks theharbor. The menu focuses on local seafood and meal with top choices including fish and chips, and beef burgers. Itopens every Saturday night with live music.MangiaIf you re headed to Falmouth to explore top attractions, make sure to hook a table at Mangia. Thi

14、sindependent, familv-run pub may be small in size, but it serves classie Italian favorites. Chef and owner ValterFloris comes from an extensive background in Italian baking. Advance booking is almost always required. Itopens in the evenings from 6 pmlast orders at 9 pm. Tuesday to Saturday.第 3 页 共 8

15、 页21. What is Edies Kitchen best known for?A. Its service.B. Its food.C. Its chefD. Its history.22. Which restaurant is most likely to be on a beach?A. Edies Kitchen.B. Daaku.C. The Blue Peter Inn.D. Mangia.23. What do the four pubs have in common?A. They change the menu regularly.B. They are run by

16、 foreigners.C. They need booking in advance.D. They open on Saturday nights.BThree Chinese astronauts recently arrived at the new space station in another step forward for the growingspace power. Here is a look at some of the space stations major goals.The three-member crew will stay for three month

17、s in the stations main living space, called Tianhe. Theastronauts will carry out science experiments and perform maintenance. They also plan to complete space walksand prepare the station to receive two other modules next year.While China admits it arrived late to the space station game, it says its

18、 new station is modern and includesthe latest space technology. Tianhe might even outlast the International Space Station（ISS）, which is nearing theend of its operational lifespan.The recent launch brought back Chinas crewed space program after a five-year break. China has now sent 14astronauts into

19、 space since its first launch in 2003. It is the third country after the former Soviet Union and theUnited States to do so.As its economy experienced growth in the 1990s, China made a plan for space exploration. Since then, it hasattempted to carry out this plan carefully and evenly. China was barre

20、d from joining the ISS. It is likely, however,that China would have built its own station any way because of its goal to be ranked the world top level.The space program is part of an overall drive to help China take on even larger projects. China also wants toexpand cooperation with Russia and other

21、, mostly European countries along with the UN.Chinas space program has been a large part of its national pride. It represents the countrys rise from a poornation to become the worlds second-largest economy in the last 40 years.24. What is the purpose for this trip?A. To do some scientific experiment

22、s.B. To carry out some restoration.C. To get used to space walks.D. To receive two other modules.25. What can we say about the new space station?A. Modern and advancedB. Well-equipped and changeable.C. Regular and reliable.D.Accessible and operational.26. Why is the station built?A. To join the ISS.

23、B. To conduct astronomic research.C. To become a major space power.D. To cooperate with other countries.27. What can be inferred about the space station from the text?A. It will replace the ISS.B. It will last as long as the ISS.C. It has been visited by 14 Chinese astronauts.D. It will raise the le

24、vel of Chinese space technologies.CAfter months of expectation and secrecy, the official mascot (吉祥物) of the 2022 Winter Olympic Gamesa giant panda-inspired cartoon charactermade its first public debut with cheers at Beijings Shougang IceHockey Arena.The panda is named “Bing Dwen Dwen” in Chinese. B

25、ing means “ice” in Chinese, while Dwen Dwensuggests “health and cleverness”characteristics also shared by pandas. Pandas are perhaps the most recognized第 4 页 共 8 页animal species in China, organizers said.“Pandas combine Chinas traditional culture and its modern appearance together with winter sports

26、 elementsin a fascinating image (形象) that shows our great expectations for the Games and shows that we welcome theworld,” said Beijing Mayor Chen Jining, who also serves as an executive president on the organizing committee.“I have already seen the mascot and from what Ive seen, its a wonderful choi

27、ce,” IOC President ThomasBach said before introducing the character.” “The mascot really takes in the best elements and characteristics ofChina and the Chinese people. It will be a great ambassador (大使) for the country and the 24th WinterOlympics.”The ring of light surrounding the mascots face is su

28、ggestive of ice and snow tracks, as well as the flowing“ribbons” of the National Speed Skating Oval. The oval is one of two new competition sites in downtown Beijingexpected to become a landmark of the Games, according to its chief designer Cao Xue.The introduction of the mascots marks the key point

29、 of a journey that began in August 2018, when Beijingorganizers started a global design competition for the mascots.Atotal of 5,816 designs were received from 35countries, and were reviewed by Chinese and international experts in a comprehensive evaluation and selectionprocess.The new mascot will se

30、rve as spirited symbol of the Games that will take place in the three zones ofdowntown Beijing, the suburban district of Yanqing and co-host city Zhangjiakou in surrounding Hebei province.28. What does the underlined word “debut” in paragraph1 mean?A. Design.B.Appearance.C. Understanding.D.Attention

31、.29. What does Bach think of the mascot?A. Surprising.B. Entertaining.C. SatisfyingD. Interesting.30. Whats paragraph 5 mainly about?A. The origin of the mascot image.B. The introduction to the mascot designer.C. The hard work behind the mascot design.D.The hidden meaning of the mascot image.31. Wha

32、t can be a suitable title for the text ?A. The Mascot of the 24th Winter Olympic GamesB. AHistorical Moment of the Winter Olympic GamesC. Bing Dwen Dwen: a Lovely Panda Welcomes the WorldD. Comments on the Mascot of the 24th Winter OlympicsDThere is something to be said for being a generalist, even

33、if you are a specialist. Knowing a little about a lotof things that interest you can add to the richness of a whole, well-lived life.Society pushes us to specialize, to become experts. This requires commitment to a particular occupation,branch of study or research. The drawback to being specialists

34、is that we often come to know more and moreabout less and less. There is a great deal of pressure to master ones field. You may pursue training, degrees, orincreasing levels of responsibility at work. Then you discover the pressure of having to keep up.Some people seem willing to work around the clo

35、ck in their narrow specialty. But such commitment can alsoweaken their sense of freedom. These specialists could work at the office until ten each night, then look back and第 5 页 共 8 页realize they would have loved to have gone home and enjoyed the sweetness of their family and friends, ortraveled to

36、exciting places, meeting interesting people Mastering one thing to the exclusion of others can holdback your true spirit.Generalists, on the other hand, know a lot about a wide range of subjects and view the whole with all itsconnections. They are people of ability, talent, and enthusiasm who can br

37、ing their broad perspective (视角) intospecific fields of expertise (专长). The doctor who is also a poet and Philosopher, is a superior doctor, one whocan give so much more to his patients than just good medical skills.Things are connected. Let your expertise in one field fuel your passions in all rela

38、ted areas. Some of yourinterests may not appear to be connected but, once you explore their depths, you discover that they are. My editorToni, who is also writer, has edited several history books. She has decided to study Chinese history. Fascinate bythe structural beauty of the Forbidden City as a

39、painter, she is equally interested to learn more about Chinesephilosophy. “I dont know where it will lead, but Im excited Im on this pursuit.”These expansions into new worlds help us by giving us new perspectives. We begin to see theinterconnectedness of one thing to another in all aspects of our li

40、fe, of ourselves and the universe. Develop broad,general knowledge and experience. The universe is all yours to explore and enjoy.32. To become a specialist, you may have to _.A. narrow your range of knowledgeB. get pushed by the surroundingsC. know a lot more about societyD. be devoted to a special

41、 job33.According to the author, a superior doctor is one who _.A. is a pure specialist in medicineB. is gifted in poetry and philosophyC. is fully aware of his talent and abilityD. brings knowledge of other fields to work34. What does the author intend to show with the example of Toni?A.Chinese cult

42、ure is appealing to people worldwide.B. One passion alone is not enough to ensure success.C. In-depth exploration can make discoveries possible.D. Seemingly unrelated interests are in a way connected.35. What could be the best title for the passage?A. Turn a Generalist Into a SpecialistB. Be More of

43、 a Generalist Than a SpecialistC. Ways to Become a GeneralistD. Specialist or Generalist: Hard to Decide第二节（共第二节（共 5 小题；每小题小题；每小题 2 分，满分分，满分 10 分）分）根据短文内容根据短文内容， 从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。 选项中有两项为多余选项选项中有两项为多余选项。Language teachers have been using films in their classes for decades. _

44、36_Learning from films is motivating and enjoyable.Motivation is one of the most important factors in learning second-language,while films are an importantpart of studentsentertaining lives. _37_ So it makes perfect sense to bring them into the language第 6 页 共 8 页classroom._38_Students can use examp

45、les of English from films in real situations outside the classroom. Films exposestudents to natural expressions and the natural flow of speech. If not living in an English-speaking environment,perhaps only films can provide learners with this real-life language input.Films give a visual context.The

46、visuality of films makes them an invaluable language teaching tool. They enable students to understandmore by transforming the language in a full visual context. Students can listen to language exchanges and seefacial expressions and gestures at the same time. _39_Films bring about variety and flexi

47、bility.Films can extend the range of teaching techniques and resources, helping students to develop all fourcommunicative skills. _40_ They can also act as a starting point for follow-up tasks such as discussions,debates on social issues, role plays, reconstructing a dialogue or summarizing.Given th

48、e benefits of using films in language learning, its not surprising that many teachers are keen to usefilms with their students.An increasing number of them are successfully integrating films into thelanguage-learning courses.A. Films provide practical and varied language.B. Films help to attract the

49、 learnersattention.C. There are a number of reasons why films are an excellent teaching and learning tool.D. With so many film resources, its sometimes difficult for teachers to see the wood for the trees.E. They can work as a motivator and make the language learning process more enjoyable.F. These

50、clues help the spreading of message and provide a focus of attention.G. For example, films can be used to practise listening and reading, and as a model for speaking and writing.第三部分第三部分语言知识运用（共两节，满分语言知识运用（共两节，满分 45 分）分）第一节（共第一节（共 20 小题；每小题小题；每小题 1. 5 分，满分分，满分 30 分）分）阅读下面短文阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的从短文后各题所给的