2021-2022学年福建省厦门重点中学高二下学期期中考试英语试题含答案

福建省厦门重点中学2021-2022学年高二下学期期中考试英语试题

  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。

1What does the old lady have difficulty in?

A.Seeing.  B.Listening.  C.Carrying things

2.What are the speakers talking about?

A.Drinking juice.  B.Going shopping.  C.Cooking dinner.

3.What will Angie do first?

A.Play soccer.  B.Tidy up her room.  C.Finish her homework.

4.What is the man?

A.A writer.  B.A student.  C.A teacher.

5.How many apples did the woman buy?

A.Three.  B.Five.  C.Fifteen.

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6. How is the house usually heated?

A.By coal.  B.By wood.  C.By electricity.

7.What will the woman do next?

A.Buy a heater.  B.Cook dinner.  C.Make a phone call.

听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

8.What is the relationship between the speakers?

A.Co-workers.  B.Friends.  C.Strangers.

9.Why does the woman think the dog might be around?

A.She saw it walk past.

B.She heard it bark nearby.

C.She met it at her neighbor’s.

10.What feature does the dog have?

A.It’s large.  B.It’s yellow.  C.It’s spotted

听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。

11.Where did the man’s parents go?

A.To Britain.  B.To France.  C.To China.

12.What does the man think of tea?

A.He doesn’t like it.

B.He thinks it’s so-so.

C.He is interested in its history.

13.How does the woman drink her green tea?

A.With cream.  B.With nothing.  C.With sugar.

听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。

14. Where does the conversation probably take place?

A.In a studio.  B.In a studio.  C.In a library.

15.How many countries celebrate Teachers’ Day on October 5th?

A.About 15.  B.Around 50.  C.Over 100

16.What does Amanda say about Teachers’ Day in India?

A.It was suggested by a teacher.

B.It marks the birthday of its second president.

C.It was started to recognize teachers’ hard work.

17.Which country celebrates Teachers’ Day as a national holiday?

A.Singapore.  B.America.  C.Thailand.

听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。

18.Why is the announcement being made?

A.To check the school uniform.

B.To change the school uniform.

C.To introduce a school uniform.

19.Which parts of the school uniform have caused problems?

A.Jackets.  B.Shirts.  C.Skirts.

20.Where are the parents unable to find the school uniform now?

A.From online shops.  B.From shops in town.  C.From the school shop.

A

  Auckland University Online Education — What to Expect

  Most Auckland University （AU） online programs are 100 percent online so that students do not come to the school campus. Instead, AU has designed a media-rich, easy-to-use learning environment through a Learning Management System （LMS）.

  • Discipline（纪律）

  With disciplined work habits, you are likely to succeed as an online student. It is up to you to log on to your course and meet your own deadlines.

  • Time Management

  In order to earn competitive grades, plan on spending a minimum of 20-25 hours a week on each course. AU courses operate on a seven-week schedule, with start dates in January, March, May, July, September and November. Students are able to complete two courses per semester by taking one seven-week course at a time.

  • Professional Connections

  Many of the AU faculty （教员）who teach online have connections to industry, so the online learning environment ensures access to diverse expertise and practice. It includes an extensive network of professionals in a variety of industries.

  “I work as an IT manager. And right from the very beginning, every class I took was relevant to what I was doing at work. The wide range of courses gave me a strong foundation for my career development.”

  —Jim Heilman, Computer Information Systems graduate

  • Technology

  It goes without saying that technology plays a vital role in online learning. You will need a high-speed Internet connection and basic computer skills. For specifics, please click here to visit our Technology page.

21.How long does it take to complete one course?

A.Seven weeks.  B.One semester.

C.Several months.  D.At least 20-25 hours.

22.What is the purpose of mentioning Jim Heilman?

A.To recognize an excellent graduate.

B.To set a good example to other learners.

C.To prove benefits of professional connections.

D.To show effective methods of online learning.

23.Where is the text probably taken from?

A.A course brochure  B.A college website.

C.An academic magazine.  D.A science report.

B

  "Have you checked the oil in the car?" my father used to say to me, his way of "Hello, hope you are well." Sometimes our phone calls would begin with a question about the oil and end with a question about the oil, with not a lot in between.

  Fathers have a lot of love to give, but it's often offered by means of practical advice. In my experience: It's mostly about my car. "How's the car running?" "Did you get it serviced?" My car—an old green Toyota Corona bought for  500—was where my father showed his love.

  Why can't we fathers just say "I love you" or "It's great to see you"? The point is: that's exactly what we are saying. You just have to translate from the language that is Fatherlish. Listen closely enough and the phrase "I love you" can be heard in the slightly longer "I could come around Saturday and repair your chair." The words "You made my life better from the moment you were born" may be hardly heard, but the main meaning is there in the more common "I'll hold the ladder while you get the leaves down from the roof."

  When I was 17, I went on my first road trip—a friend and I in that old car. My father stood on the corner on a cold morning to say goodbye. "Highways are dangerous," he said, "so don't try overtaking anything faster than a horse and buggy. And take a break every two hours. And every time you stop for gas, you really should check the oil." At the time we thought his speech was pretty funny and would sing "horse-and-buggy" every time I tried to overtake some other speeding cars.

  Dad's long gone now. But after all these years, I realize that had I owned a copy of the Fatherlish-to-English dictionary, I'd have understood that the speech my friend and I so carelessly laughed at was simply Dad's attempt at love.

24.Why did the author's father often ask about the car?

A.To show his love for the car.  B.To see if there is enough oil.

C.To express his care to his son.  D.To check the condition of the car.

25.Which of the following sentences is an example of Fatherlish?

A.I love you deeply.  B.It's great to see you.

C.You made my life better.  D.I can check the oil for you.

26.What does the underlined word "overtaking" in Paragraph 4 probably mean?

A.Outrunning.  B.Approaching  C.Crashing into.  D.Knocking over.

27.What can be inferred about the author in the last paragraph?

A.He wanted to own a dictionary.  B.He regrets his childish behavior.

C.He is sad about his father's death.  D.He realized his father's love then.

C

  A new report connects eating eggs to an increased risk of heart disease. The results follow several earlier studies that found eating eggs was generally healthy. The study collects data from six other earlier studies. It shows a 6 percent increased risk of heart disease when the number of eggs a person ate each day increased by half an egg.

  Norrina Allen, an associate professor at Northwestern University said that, in the United States, eggs are generally one of the top sources of cholesterol(胆固醇)in a person’s daily food. People with higher levels of cholesterol in their food are at increased risk of the development of heart disease later in life. However, Allen added that she would not say that eggs are completely unhealthy. “I’m not saying that people should take them completely out of their food,” she said. “I’m just suggesting that people eat them in a proper amount.”

  Some experts believe the new study does not prove that eggs are causing heart disease. “Cholesterol’s role in the development of heart disease has been discussed for more than 30 years,” said Bruemmer, an associate professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. “This study does have clear shortcomings, including self-reporting at a single time point,” he added.

  Bruemmer said, “Eggs in moderation(适度)are probably acceptable from a nutritional standpoint.” “Moderation,” he added, “is less than one egg a day, including eggs in foods such as bread”.

  Holly Andersen, a doctor at the NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, agrees that the study has “real shortcomings”. One problem Andersen has with the study is that a lot of the egg-eating people in the study also appeared to be eating much meat and processed meat. “If you’re taking a lot of processed meat, it doesn’t matter how many eggs you’re eating,” Andersen said.

  Also, Andersen said, “The study can only show there is a relation between eggs eating and heart disease. But it cannot prove eggs are the cause of the disease. It may just be that people eating a lot of eggs are also taking a lot of bacon.”

28.What does Norrina Allen agree with?

A.Eggs are completely unhealthy

B.Eggs contain the most cholesterol

C.Eggs should be eaten in a right amount.

D.Eggs have no connection with heart disease.

29.What is Bruemmer’s attitude towards the study?

A.Interested.  B.Doubtful.  C.Concerned.  D.Hopeful

30.What can we learn from Holly Andersen’s words?

A.Eggs and meat cannot be eaten together.

B.Processed meat may cause heart disease.

C.Processed meat should be avoided.

D.The study is supported by evidence.

31.What’s the best title of the text?

A.Do eggs cause heart disease?

B.Are eggs the top source of cholesterol?

C.What’s the proper amount of eggs eaten?

D.Is the cholesterol to blame for heart disease?

D

  In ancient Egypt, a shopkeeper discovered that he could attract customers to his shop simply by making changes to its environment. Modern businesses have been following his lead, with more tactics (策略).

  One tactic involves where to display the goods. For example, stores place fruits and vegetables in the first section. They know that customers who buy the healthy food first will feel happy so that they will buy more junk food later in their trip. In department stores, section is generally next to the women’s cosmetics (化妆品) section: while the shop assistant is going back to find the right size shoe, bored customers are likely to wander over cosmetics they might want to try later.

  Besides, businesses seek to appeal to customers’ senses. Stores notice that the smell of baked goods encourages shopping, they make their own bread each morning and then fan the bread smell into the store throughout the day. Music sells goods, too. Researchers in Britain found that when French music was played, sales of French wine went up.

  When it comes to the selling of houses, businesses also use highly rewarding tactics. They find that customers make decisions in the first few seconds upon walking in the door, and turn it into a business opportunity. A California builder designed the structure of its houses smartly. When entering the house, the customer would see the Pacific Ocean through the windows, and then the poll through an open stairway leading to the lower level. The instant view of water on both levels helped sell these  10 million houses.

32.Why do stores usually display fruits and vegetables in the first section?

A.To save customers’ time.  B.To show they are high quality foods.

C.To help sell junk food.  D.To sell them at discount prices

33.According to Paragraph 3, which of the following encourages customers to buy?

A.Opening the store early in the morning.

B.Displaying British wines next to French ones.

C.Inviting customers to play music.

D.Filling the store with the smell of fresh bread.

34.What is the California builder’s story intended to prove?

A.The house structure is a key factor customers consider.

B.The more costly the house is, the better it sells.

C.An ocean view is much to the customers’ taste.

D.An ocean view is much to the customers’ taste.

35.What is the main purpose of the passage?

A.To explain how businesses turn people into their customers.

B.To introduces how businesses have grown from the past.

C.To report researches on customer behavior.

D.To show dishonest business practices.

第二节七选五阅读(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满12.5分)

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，选项中有两项为多余选项。

  How do we rid ourselves of the negative  thoughts and return to a place of peace and acceptance? Read on for some expert-guided tips.

  First, don’t suppress (抑制) the negative thought. “Research shows that it’s important not to suppress negative thoughts as this only makes it worse. __36__ Then, select a positive thought or visual to engage with in place of the negative thought that you set free,” Dr. Carla Marie Manly, and author ofJoy from Fear, tellsShe Knows.

  Don’t forget to breathe. “Close your eyes and breathe in for a count of four; then breathe out slowly to the count of four. When worries and stress begin to rise, be kind to yourself. ___37___ A worried mind gets very calm when it’s focused on breathing rather than worrying,” says Manly.

  ___38___ “Just because you have a thought doesn’t mean it’s true. When you notice you’re being hard on yourself or thinking very negatively, take a step back and question the thought you’re having,” suggests Touroni. “___39___ Are you jumping to conclusions?”

  Try a positive message mantra (咒语). When negative thoughts get a hold on you, Manly recommends focusing on a positive message or mantra that feels strong and calming for you. “For example, your mantra might be, ‘All will be well. __40___’ ” Manly suggests keeping a copy of your mantra in your wallet, on your mirror, and on your desk for a handy reminder during stressful moments.

A.Things will work out.

B.Think of a peaceful image instead.

C.Don’t believe everything you think.

D.And then pause to relax and breathe.

E.Is there any evidence to support this?

F.Can you trace back to where this all started?

G.Instead, notice the negative thought and then let it float away.

   When Leah was 10, she saw a need for change in the world. “People are supposed to show 41and sympathy，” she says. “But that wasn't happening.”

   Leah decided to___42____ her handmade bracelets (手镯) at a local event and asked each person who got one to do a kind deed for someone else. A note __43__ to each bracelet said，“Let's just show other people they are __44__.”

   As Leah gave out bracelets, __45__ spread. She began to receive bracelet requests worldwide, and to hear from people who'd delivered kind deeds. One person __46__ a tired store clerk with sandwiches. Another paid for a stranger's coffee. “A story that _47__ touched my heart was that someone established a homeless camp！” she says.

   When Leah couldn't __48__ requests for the bracelets, she began selling wristbands (腕带) with “Kindness Travels” on the outside and “kind” on the inside in __49__ languages.

   So far, she has sent out 10，000 wristbands. She has __50__ a party for kids at a homeless shelter, paid rent for hurricane __51__ and more, using the money from wristbands __52__ and donations.

   Leah hopes to _53__ other kids who want to help others. “Just come up with ideas! Never be __54__，” she says. “Age is just a __55__. You always have the power to do something.”

41.A.pleasure  B.patience  C.love  D.curiosity

42.A.pick up  B.put away  C.show off  D.hand out

43.A.compared  B.attached  C.opened  D.connected

44.A.ignored  B.infected  C.valued  D.engaged

45.A.word  B.passion  C.anxiety  D.happiness

46.A.bothered  B.surprised  C.upset  D.embarrassed

47.A.genuinely  B.hardly  C.slightly  D.relatively

48.A.deny  B.advance  C.meet  D.delay

49.A.native  B.complex  C.natural  D.different

50.A.attended  B.organized  C.canceled  D.postponed

51.A.victims  B.researchers  C.reporters  D.observers

52.A.sales  B.funds  C.designs  D.advertisements

53.A.respect  B.contact  C.recommend  D.encourage

54.A.mean  B.scared  C.content  D.proud

55.A.gap  B.problem  C.number  D.barrier

阅读下面材料，在答题卡相应位置处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

  What is culture? Culture is the shared characteristics and knowledge of a group of people, __56____ (include) their language, religion, food, social habits. music and arts. The word “culture” has ___57____ (it) root from the Latin “culture”, which is related to the meaning of “growth”.

  A number of historical events ___58____ (help) shape Western culture in the past 2,500 years. The fall of Rome cleared the way for the establishment of a series of states in Europe. The Black Death of the 1300 cut the population of Europe by one-third, ____59____ remade the society. Gradually, Christianity became the strength  of all religions in Europe. Then the trade between East and West allowed Europeans____60_____(explore) North and South America.

  Eastern culture generally refers to the traditions in Asian ____61____ (country). Like the West, Eastern culture was heavily influenced by religion during its early development, but later it ____62____ (influence) by the agricultural development significantly.

  ____63___ culture differs from area to area, one thing is for certain: Cultures change. “Culture plays ____64____ important role in our interconnected world,” De Rossi said. “But it is no longer fixed. Culture is ____65____ (constant) moving and essentially fluid.”

假定你是李华，你的朋友Amy来信说她考试前总会出现各种焦虑症状。请给她写封回信，提供一些建议，如：制定切实可行的学习目标，合理安排时间等。

注意： 1. 词数80左右；

2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。

3. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear Amy,

I’m glad to hear from you.

Yours,

Lihua

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。

  When I was a child, I lived in a house with a beautiful garden full of all kinds of flowers, and roses were the most beautiful of them. There was nothing I enjoyed more than sitting in the garden with my mother, who read stories to me. When I was in primary school and old enough to read, I enjoyed reading stories aloud to her.

  I will never forget one day when I was in the third grade. I had been picked to be the princess in the school play, and for weeks my mother had rehearsed my lines so hard with me. But no matter how easily I acted at home, as soon as I stepped, every word disappeared from my head. Finally, my teacher took me aside. She explained that she had written a narrator(叙述者)’ s part to the play, and asked me to change my role. Her word, kindly expressed, still hurt, especially when I saw my part go to another girl.

  I didn't tell my mother what had happened when I went home after school that day. But she sensed my pain. Instead of suggesting we practice my lines, she asked if I wanted to take a walk in the garden.

  It was May and roses were blossoming and, under the trees, we could also see yellow dandelions(蒲公英) in the grass, as if a painter had painted our garden with red, yellow and green. I watched my mother casually bend down by one dandelion. “I think I'm going to dig up all these weeds,” she said, pulling it up by its roots. “From now on, we'll have only roses in this garden.”

  “But I like dandelions,” I protested. “All flowers are beautiful—even dandelions.”

  My mother looked at me seriously. “Yes, every flower is beautiful in its own way, isn't it?” she asked thoughtfully. I nodded, pleased that I had won her over. “And that is true of people too,” she added. “Not everyone can be a princess, but there is no shame in that.” Realizing that she had guessed my pain, I started to cry as I told her what had happened. She listened and smiled reassuringly.

Paragraph 1:

“But you can make a good narrator,” she said.

Paragraph 2:

After the play, I took home the dandelion.

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五、 书面表达

Dear Amy,

  I’m glad to hear from you.Knowing that you feel anxious before you have exams, I am writing to offer you some advice about it.

  First of all, I think it’s important for us to have a positive attitude towards exams. We needn’t worry too much about them. Besides that, we should study hard every day, make practical study goals and arrange your time reasonably. Additionally, enough sleep can help us perform well in exams. Therefore, during the examination period, we had better not stay up too late. We can also listen to light music before going to bed, which may help us have a good sleep.

  I hope that you will find my suggestion helpful.I wish you the best!

Yours,

Li Hua

读后续写

  “But you can make a good narrator,”she said.It reminded me of how much I loved to read stories aloud to her. “The narrator's part is just as important as the part of a princess.” Her wise words inspired me with courage and confidence. But on the evening of the performance, I suddenly felt nervous backstage again. My teacher came over to me. “Your mother asked me to give this to you,” she said, handing me a dandelion. Looking at it, I knew my mother was out there for me, which calmed me down.

   After the play,I took home the dandelion. I made it into a dried flower and put it into a glass bottle. Every time I see it, I am reminded of this unforgettable experience. I have taken part in many school plays, tried different roles and made many speeches ever since. Gradually, I've become really good at performing and public speaking, seldom feeling nervous onstage now. For this, I am forever grateful to my mother, who has made me what I am today.