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综合检测(B卷)(时间:120分钟 满分:150分)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。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。M:Jane,do you have a map of Manchester?I want to find a good place to eat.W:Why not try Chinatown?There are plenty of good Chinese restaurants there,and it’s near here.1.Why does the man need a map?A.To tour Manchester.B.To find a restaurant. C.To learn about China.答案BM:Let’s do something different for vacation this year.Oh,let’s go to Colorado.I want to learn to ski.W:Oh,Paul,you know I don’t like cold weather.Can’t we go some place warm,like the beach?2.What does the woman want to do for vacation?A.Go to the beach.B.Travel to Colorado.C.Learn to ski.答案AW:This job is for three days a week:Monday,Friday and Saturday.Are you Okay with that?M:Mmm...I was hoping to have Saturday free.But I need the job,so...can you tell me what exactly I will do?3.What will the man probably do?A.Take the job. B.Refuse the offer. C.Change the working hours.答案AM:Do you know if John’s coming home for dinner?W:He’ll be late.He said not to wait for him.4.What does the woman say about John?A.He won’t wait for her.B.He won’t come home today.C.He won’t be on time for dinner.答案CW:I’m really tired from packing all these boxes for three hours.It’s about time to call it a day.M:I know.Maybe we could do it first thing tomorrow morning.W:Why not?These orders are not urgent.5.What will the speakers probably do next?A.Order some boxes.B.Go home and rest.C.Continue working.答案B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。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、7题。M:Lisa?Hi!W:Hi,Tom.M:Don’t you usually drive to work?W:Usually,but not in bad weather.M:Why is that?W:The traffic gets a lot worse when it rains or snows.M:I always take the train.It’s a lot faster for me than driving.W:It’s faster for me,too,but the time isn’t always convenient.M:Yeah,but think of all the things you can do on the train—read a book or the newspaper...W:Or answer my email...No,thanks!My workday is long enough already.6.How does the woman usually go to work?A.By car. B.By bus. C.By train.答案A7.What do the speakers agree about taking the train?A.It is safer. B.It is faster. C.It is cheaper.答案B听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。W:I think the car we saw yesterday would be a good deal.What do you think?M:Yes,but I think you should ask someone to take a look at it just to be sure.W:My friend Jack knows cars,and he helped me do the check this morning.M:It was smart of you to think ahead.Have you and the salesman agreed on a price?W:Yes,he finally agreed to accept the discounted price I asked.M:Then have you thought about how to pay?W:Well,I’ve saved up enough money to pay cash for this car.M:Good.Let me go with you to make the payment and drive the car home for you.W:Thank you.That would make it much easier for me.M:You’re welcome.Let’s go and take care of that right now.8.What does the man suggest the woman doing?A.Saving up for the car.B.Going to another car dealer.C.Asking someone to check the car.答案C9.What is the salesman going to do?A.Give a discount. B.Stick to a high price. C.Ask for cash payment.答案A10.How will the man help the woman?A.Lend money to her. B.Drive her car home. C.Take care of her car.答案B听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。M:Being away from home for college can be stressful.Besides all the pressures of study,there’s the pressure on your pocket.Today,let’s go to a university to find out.Excuse me.Can I ask you a few questions?W:Okay.M:How do you find the cost of living in the city?W:Everything is expensive,including clothing,housing and travelling.M:So,what do you spend most on?W:Transport,I think.For food,if I cook myself,it’s not expensive at all.For clothing,I bring my clothes here from my home country,where they’re nice and cheap.But every week,I have to spend more than 100 pounds on the trains.M:Then what’s the social life like?W:I’m a very social person.I love hanging out with my friends and meeting new people.Thankfully,I don’t drink,so the only expense is maybe tickets to the cinemas,clubs,and so on.11.What does the woman think of the living expenses in the city?A.Fairly low. B.Just Okay. C.Very high.答案C12.What does the woman spend most on?A.Meals. B.Trains. C.Clothes.答案B13.What does the woman do in her free time?A.See films. B.Travel around. C.Go for a drink.答案A听第9段材料,回答第14至16题。W:Can you fix a time for the next meeting,Alex?How about June 12th?That’s after the trade exhibition.M:I thought something was happening on that day,Rebecca.W:Oh,yes.You’re right.The people from Head Office are coming.M:What time does their plane arrive?Can we have the meeting in the morning?W:No,it’s all arranged.I’m meeting them at half past ten,so I won’t be available all that day.M:Well,let’s have the meeting earlier in June,then.The trade exhibition finishes on the third,doesn’t it?W:Yes,but we need John’s report for the meeting.How’s it going?M:I’m afraid John hasn’t started yet.The figures won’t be in place till next week.W:Will it be ready early in June?M:Well,not really.He told me that he will finish them by June 10th.W:So,we’re looking at the week starting the 17th.How about two o’clock on that day?M:I think that’s okay.Let’s meet here again then.14.What will Rebecca do on June 12th?A.Go on a business trip.B.Organise a trade exhibition.C.Meet the people from Head Office.答案C15.What is John preparing for the meeting?A.A report. B.A timetable. C.A speech.答案A16.When do the speakers decide to have the meeting?A.On June 4th. B.On June 10th. C.On June 17th.答案C听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。W:Hello,everyone.In today’s programme,I’d like to share a true story of mine.One day,my friends and I had just finished lunch at a hotel when it started to rain heavily.When it became lighter,I decided to brave the rain to get car and go home.It was parked three blocks away.My friends argued I shouldn’t go because at that time,I was due to give birth in three months.I promised I’d be very careful.One of them wanted to come with me,but I insisted she stay with another friend who needed help with her baby.When I walked to the first crossroads,a taxi stopped and a passenger came out with an umbrella.Before I knew what was happening,he walked right beside me and told me he would walk with me to where I would go.I refused,but he insisted.During our walk,he kept telling me to walk slowly.When we got to the parking lot,I thanked him and we parted ways.I did not get his name and may not even recognise him now.Did he purposely stop for me?I’ll never know.17.What did the speaker decide to do after lunch that day?A.Stay to help her friend. B.Drive home in the rain. C.Wait for the rain to stop.答案B18.What can we learn about the speaker then?A.She worked at a hotel.B.She had bought a new car.C.She was having a baby soon.答案C19.Where did the speaker meet the taxi passenger?A.At a crossroads. B.In front of a hotel. C.Beside a parking lot.答案A20.What does the speaker talk about?A.An exciting lunch party.B.A well-known short story.C.An unforgettable experience.答案C第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。AUnderstanding cultural body language in other countries is very helpful in communication,especially when we can’t speak a foreign language.Here are some gestures and their meanings in different cultures.I hope these will help you when you try to interact with foreigners.Head movementsIn some parts of India,people shake their heads to show they are actively listening or agree with you.In western countries,people nod to confirm.However,in Bulgaria and Greece,nodding actually means the contrary.Eye contactsSome countries,such as Japan and Finland,consider constant eye contact awkward.In Caribbean cultures,children and teenagers are taught not to look at adults in the eyes when they are being corrected.Strong eye contact is common among people of the same sex in Spain and Arabic countries.HandsThe “thumbs up” sign is used in many cultures to mean “OK”.In France,it can mean No.1.Interestingly,the“OK”sign means “zero”or “nothing” in France,while some other European countries such as Greece,Italy,Brazil,and Russia consider it as impolite.Greetings and goodbyesShaking hands is a normal and formal way to greet or say goodbye in western countries.But in Romania,only men usually shake hands.And they do it every time they meet,not just the first!In England,however,it’s unusual to shake hands with someone you are introduced to in an informal setting.LegsSitting with crossed legs is common in North America and European countries,but it is considered disrespectful in Asia and the Middle East where a straight and balanced posture is the norm(规范).Body language varies from country to country.When you communicate with foreigners,one safe way is to understand,respect and follow the culture.21.Why does the author write the first paragraph?A.To tell us the writing purpose.B.To show ways of communicating.C.To stress the importance of language.D.To compare the cultural differences.答案A解析推理判断题。根据文章第一段内容可知,理解其他国家的文化肢体语言对交流非常有帮助,作者希望他所写的文章对那些尝试和外国人交流的人来说有所帮助。由此可以推断,在第一段中作者表明了他的写作目的。故选A项。22.What can we learn about body language according to the text?A.Constant eye contact is advisable in Japanese.B.Sitting with crossed legs is popular in the Middle East.C.Shaking hands only happens between men in Romania.D.The “thumbs up” sign can be considered polite in Italy.答案C解析细节理解题。根据文章第五段的“Shaking hands is a normal and formal way to greet or say goodbye in western countries.But in Romania,only men usually shake hands.(在西方国家,握手是一种正常和正式的问候或道别方式。但是在罗马尼亚,只有男人才握手。)”可知,在罗马尼亚,只有男人才握手。故选C项。23.Which can best describe the author’s advice on communication with body language?A.Practice makes perfect. B.Actions speak louder than words.C.Seeing is believing. D.When in Rome,do as the Romans do.答案D解析推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“When you communicate with foreigners,one safe way is to understand,respect and follow the culture.(当你与外国人交流时,一个安全的方法就是理解、尊重并遵循当地文化。)”可知,作者给出的建议是:入乡随俗。D项可译为“入乡随俗”,符合题意。故选D项。BA 1,400-year-old Peruvian method of diverting(使转向) water could supply up to 100 million cubic metres of water—equal to 40,000 Olympic-size swimming pools’ worth of water—to Lima each year,according to a new study.It’s one example of how ancient methods could support existing modern ones in countries without enough water.More than a billion people across the world face water shortages.Man-made reservoirs store rainwater and water overflow for use during drier times.But reservoirs are costly,require years to plan and can still fail to meet water needs.Peru’s capital,Lima,depends on water from rivers high in the Andes Mountains.It takes only a few days for water to flow down to the city.So when the dry season begins in the mountains,the water supply quickly disappears.The city suffers shortages of 43 million cubic metres during the dry season.It solves this with modern structures such as man-made reservoirs.These reservoirs are not the only solution,however.Over a thousand years ago,indigenous(本地的) people developed another way to solve water problems.Boris Ochoa-Tocachi is a researcher at Imperial College London and lead writer of the study.He explored one of the last remaining water-harvesting systems in the small mountain community of Huamantanga,Peru.The system was developed even before the ancient Inca civilisation.The 1,400-year-old system is designed to increase the water supply during the dry season by diverting and slowing water as it travels down the mountains.This nature-based method is made of special canals that guide water from its source to a series of water bodies and hillsides.The water goes slowly into the ground,then flows downhill through the soil and reappears in water bodies near the community.The researchers measured how much the system slowed the flow of water by injecting special dye in the highlands and noting when it reappeared in water bodies.The dyed water started to surface two weeks later and continued flowing for eight months—a huge improvement over the hours or days it would normally take.24.How much water does an Olympic-size swimming pool need?A.2,500 cubic metres. B.4,000 cubic metres.C.1,000 cubic metres. D.1,400 cubic metres.答案A解析细节理解题。根据第一段第一句可知,一亿立方米的水相当于四万个奥运会游泳池的水。用一亿除以四万等于2,500,也就是说一个奥运会游泳池需要2,500立方米的水。故选A项。25.What can be learned about the ancient water system?A.It was developed during the ancient Inca civilisation.B.It is nature-based and made of special canals.C.It is the last water system left in Huamantanga.D.It can satisfy water needs of Lima throughout the year.答案B解析细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的“This nature-based method is made of special canals that guide water from its source to a series of water bodies and hillsides.”可知,This nature-based method指代的是上一句中的The 1,400-year-old system(有1,400年历史的系统),也就是题干中的the ancient water system(古代的水系统)。由此可推断出,这个古代的水系统是基于自然方法的,而且是由特殊的渠道构成的。故选B项。26.What does the underlined word “this” probably refer to in paragraph 3?A.Water resources. B.Water supply.C.Water shortage. D.Water system.答案C解析词义猜测题。画线词所在句句意为“通过人工水库等现代结构解决了 ”。根据画线词上一句“The city suffers shortages of 43 million cubic metres during the dry season.”可知,这座城市在旱季遭遇4,300万立方米的水资源短缺。由此可推断出,画线词所在句解决的应该是水资源短缺问题,this代指的应该是“水资源短缺”,water shortage意为“缺水”,符合语境。故选C项。 27.Which of the following order shows how the ancient system works?a.The water flows downhill through the soil.b.The water surfaces in water bodies.c.The water goes slowly into the ground.d.The water flows to water bodies and hillsides.A.d→a→b→c B.b→c→a→dC.a→b→c→d D.d→c→a→b答案D解析细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的“This nature-based method is made of special canals that guide water from its source to a series of water bodies and hillsides.The water goes slowly into the ground,then flows downhill through the soil and reappears in water bodies near the community.”可知,首先,这种基于自然方法的水系统是由特殊的渠道构成的,引导水从源头流向一系列的水体和山坡,与d项(水流向水体和山坡)表达的意思一致;然后,水慢慢地流入地下,与c项(水慢慢地流入地下)表达的意思一致;接下来,水通过土壤向下流动,与a项(水通过土壤流下山)表达的意思一致;最后,水重新出现在社区附近的水体中,与b项(水在水体中显露)表达的意思一致。由此可推断出,这个古老的系统是按照“d→c→a→b”的顺序运转的。故选D项。CWhat do you usually do when you have some free time?Do you take part in any form of hobby?If your answer is no,then you should think twice.Experiencing some type of interest or hobby might be the ideal way to develop your brain and improve your creative thinking.Here is a common problem that many older people have.They have spent such a great deal of time raising their family that once their children are grown and left home,they all of a sudden start to experience their age.Quite often,it is not their age that is the concern.It is the fact that they are unexpectedly offered more time on their hands.When you put in too much time not doing anything,this can affect your brain.This is just where the expression “If you don’t use it,you lose it” definitely is the truth.Your mind needs working out much like any other muscle in your body.This is why getting a hobby matters.It offers you something to do and is a perfect way to meet new people.Enjoying a hobby is also a perfect way to improve creative thinking at any age.Even young children can profit from taking a new hobby.For retired people,enjoying a hobby which they can find entertainment in with their grandchildren will help keep them active and feeling young at heart.Several hobbies that are terrific for both your mind and your body include yoga,biking,swimming and golf.If you aren’t fond of sports,even taking a walk regularly is a wonderful way to keep active.It helps you to appreciate fresh scenery and it has been suggested that the colours green and blue help make you more creative.As you can see above,you can get pretty much from taking a hobby.With so many choices waiting for you,begin your journey right away!28.What can be implied about many older people from paragraph 2?A.They lock creative thinking.B.They should develop their brain.C.They concern about their age.D.They used to have little free time.答案D解析推理判断题。由第二段中的“They have spent such a great deal of time raising their family... Quite often,it is not their age that is the concern.It is the fact that they are unexpectedly offered more time on their hands.”可知,很多老年人年轻时把时间主要用来养活家庭,年老之后,他们担心的不是变老,而是他们有了过多的可以自己支配的时间。由此可以推知,他们原来没有什么自由时间。故选D项。29.Why does getting a hobby matter according to the text?A.It strengthens one’s brain.B.It helps build up one’s muscle.C.It enables one to make friends.D.It improves one’s living conditions.答案A解析细节理解题。由第三段中的“Your mind needs working out much like any other muscle in your body.This is why getting a hobby matters.”可知,就像你身体的其他部位一样,你的大脑需要锻炼。这就是业余爱好重要的原因。由此可知,业余爱好可以锻炼大脑,增强脑力。故选A项。30.What does the underlined word “terrific” in paragraph 5 probably mean?A.Specific. B.Disgusting.C.Wonderful. D.Fundamental.答案C解析词义猜测题。第三段和第四段中主要介绍了业余爱好可以锻炼脑力,同时对身体有好处。画线词所在句子“Several hobbies that are terrific for both your mind and your body include yoga,biking,swimming and golf.”则介绍了几个对脑力和身体有好处的活动:瑜伽、骑自行车、游泳、高尔夫等等。结合选项,该画线词意思应为“极好的”。故选C项。31.Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A.Trying different hobbiesB.Spending your free timeC.Experiencing your hobby nowD.Feeling young at heart答案C解析标题归纳题。文章主要介绍了业余爱好对于老年人的好处。最后一段是总结段,提到“我们可以从业余爱好中受益。你可以有很多选择,马上开始吧!”结合选项,C项最适合做该文标题。DSchools across the world are trying to come up with solutions to keep students active.Some are replacing traditional classroom chairs with exercise balls or standing desks.At Ward Elementary School in Winston,North Carolina students have adopted a new programme that requires riding fixed bikes while reading.“Read and Ride” is the creation of school counselor Scott Ertl,who came up with the idea while he was exercising and reading at the gym.Believing it would be a fun way to convince students to become more active,he placed one in the corner of his classroom and encouraged them to use it during independent reading classes.It was so popular that Ertl decided to add more bikes and offer the “Read and Ride” programme to the entire school.Today Ward Elementary has a dedicated exercise room filled with bikes that can be used by students while completing their daily reading assignments.Besides making reading more fun,the programme also helps students exercise at a comfortable pace without the pressure that comes with regular sports-related activities.It is also a perfect way to release energy during days when the weather is not helpful to outdoor activities.Most importantly,however,are the programme’s academic benefits.A year after Read and Ride was introduced at Ward Elementary School,students actively involved in the programme demonstrated an astonishing 83% reading proficiency.Those that had not taken advantage of the exercise bikes tested at a much lower,41%.Though the substantial improvement in academic achievement cannot all be attributed to programmes like “Read and Ride”,experts believe they are a significant contributor.That’s because studies have shown that physical activity stimulates(刺激) brain cells and helps prepare it for learning.As word of the difference made by this easy to execute exercise programme spreads,don’t be surprised to find schools across the country adopt “Read and Ride” for their students.32.What is the new programme at Ward Elementary School?A.Kids ride bikes as they read.B.Kids exercise balls and read at the gym.C.Kids sit at desks for long while reading.D.Kids do outdoor activities during lessons.答案A解析细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句“At Ward Elementary School in Winston,North Carolina students have adopted a new programme that requires riding fixed bikes while reading.”可知,Ward Elementary School采用了一个新项目,学生阅读时需要骑固定住的自行车。故选A项。33.How do the students at Ward Elementary School benefit from the programme?A.They exercise with high pressure.B.They feel reading fun and learn better.C.They improve their sense of competition.D.They are instructed to read at the same pace.答案B解析推理判断题。根据第五段的内容可知,参与这个项目的学生的阅读能力大幅提高,所以这个项目能让学生感受到阅读的快乐,学习会更好。故选B项。34.What can we learn from the last paragraph?A.The programme may be more and more popular.B.Schools doubt whether the programme is available.C.Physical activities prevent kids from learning more.D.The school achievement depends wholly on the programme.答案A解析推理判断题。根据最后一段最后一句“As word of the difference made by this easy to execute exercise programme spreads,don’t be surprised to find schools across the country adopt ‘Read and Ride’for their students.”可知,这个项目将会越来越受欢迎,因为有越来越多的学校加入这个项目。故选A项。35.What is the main idea of the passage?A.Standing desks help school kids focus on their studies.B.Traditional teaching should be banned in the near future.C.“Read and Ride” aims to make students healthier and smarter.D.Kids need to release energy during independent reading classes.答案C解析主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是根据第二段内容可知,本文主要介绍了“一边骑车一边读书”这一活动,而它的目的是让学生更健康、更聪明。故选C项。第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Road Trip PlanningThere are so many things to consider when planning a road trip,especially if you want to make it a great one.Think about it,with what little vacation time we have these days,don’t you want your vacation to be the kind that you remember forever and talk about for years to come? 36 Here are some ways to approach all the information to help you plan your vacation. Select Your DestinationFirst,you have to select a destination.There are many articles that include trip ideas,free road trip plans and tips about specific destinations. 37 This is where the fun comes in!Road trip games are always a great idea,and the longer your trip is,the more you’ll enjoy them.Creating your own soundtrack(原声音乐) is another key to a fun road trip.Whenever you hear those songs long after your trip,they will bring memories flooding back and a smile to your face.Pack for Your TripBefore you go,you’ve got to figure out what to pack.This road trip planning guide covers every kind of trip from camping to family to Spring Break to romantic. 38 Save Money 39 Not necessarily.Things can add up fast.The tips here will help you cut corners a little,making your vacation more affordable. Maximise(使最大化) Your Travel ExperienceHaving travelled all over the world since I was a child,I’ve learned to get the most out of travelling. 40 It’s an inner journey as well.Growing as a person while on a road trip or any kind of vacation is the best kind of souvenir(纪念品) to bring home. Enjoy this road trip planning guide and get ready to plan your best road trip yet!A.Prepare Some Games and SongsB.Note Your Home and Road SafetyC.Travel is more than just going to a place.D.I learned the hard way about planning,too.E.However,without the right planning,that may not happen!F.Some people might say “Isn’t a road trip itself cheap?”G.There are also some tips about packing a suitcase and creating a packing list.答案36.E 37.A 38.G 39.F 40.C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。Years ago a farmer owned land along the Atlantic.He constantly advertised for hired hands but never made it because most people were afraid of the awful 41 . Finally,a short,thin man, 42 the farmer.“Are you a good farmhand?”the farmer asked him. “Well,I can sleep when the wind blows,” answered the little man.Although puzzled by this answer,the farmer, 43 for help,still hired him.The little man worked well 44 the farm,busy from dawn to dusk,and the farmer felt 45 with the man’s work. Then one night the wind 46 loudly in from the offshore.Jumping out of the bed,the farmer grabbed a 47 and rushed next door to the hired man’s sleeping quarters.The farmer shook the little man and 48 ,“Get up!A storm is coming!Tie things down before they blow away!” But the little man, 49 in bed and said firmly,“No sir.I told you,I can sleep when the wind blows.” The farmer was tempted to fire him on the spot. 50 ,he hurried outside to prepare for the storm.To his 51 ,he discovered everything had been tied down.The cows were in the barn,the chickens were in the coops,and the doors were 52 .The shutters were tightly secured. 53 could blow away.The farmer then understood 54 his hired man meant,so he returned to his bed to also sleep while the wind blew. When you’re prepared,spiritually,mentally and physically,you have nothing to 55 .Can you sleep when the wind blows through your life? 41.A.temperatures B.hardshipsC.storms D.surroundings答案C解析分析题意并根据后文的“The farmer shook the little man and ,‘Get up!A storm is coming!Tie things down before they blow away!’”可知,农场主没有找到人手是因为大多数人害怕可怕的暴风雨。故选C项。 42.A.greeted B.beggedC.approached D.informed答案C解析根据后文这个农场主留下了他可知,此处表示这个人走近农场主前来应聘。故选C项。43.A.suitable B.readyC.available D.desperate答案D解析suitable“合适的”;ready“现成的”;available“可获得的”;desperate“非常需要”。分析题意并结合前文交代农场主一直找不到人手可知,此处农场主雇用他是因为急需人手。故选D项。44.A.up B.withC.behind D.around答案D解析根据后文的busy from dawn to dusk可知,此处表示矮个子男人在农场里里外外地忙。故选D项。45.A.cheerful B.satisfiedC.disappointed D.regretful答案B解析句意:那个矮个子男人在农场干活很卖力,从天亮一直忙到天黑,因此农场主对他的工作很满意。cheerful“高兴的”;satisfied“满意的”;disappointed“失望的”;regretful“后悔的”。根据前文的“The little man worked well the farm,busy from dawn to dusk...”可知,农场主感到很满意。故选B项。 46.A.flew B.blewC.marched D.paced答案B解析根据后文“Get up!A storm is coming!Tie things down before they blow away!”可知,此处表示风刮得很猛烈。故选B项。47.A.strength B.breathC.lantern D.clothes答案C解析句意:农场主从床上一跃而起,抓起灯笼就向隔壁雇工休息的地方冲去。根据前文的“Then one night the wind loudly in from the offshore.”可知,起风的时间是在晚上,所以农场主拿的应该是灯笼。故选C项。 48.A.shouted B.explainedC.warned D.reminded答案A解析根据后文的描述可知,此时的情况很紧急,所以农场主应是喊叫矮个子男人。故选A项。49.A.rolled over B.turned upC.lay down D.wore out答案A解析根据前文提到农场主摇醒那个矮个子男人和空后他的回答可知,此处表示矮个子男人翻了一下身后拒绝了农场主的要求。故选A项。50.A.Therefore B.InsteadC.Meanwhile D.Moreover答案B解析前文提到农场主很生气,想立刻解雇那个男人,而空后却提及he hurried outside to prepare for the storm。由此可知,他并没有那么做而是跑到外面为暴风雨做准备。故选B项。51.A.excitement B.puzzlementC.amazement D.disappointment答案C解析句意:令他惊奇的是,他发现所有的东西都被绑紧了。根据后文的“...he discovered everything had been tied down.The cows were in the barn,the chickens were in the coops,and the doors were .”可知,此处表示这些情况让他感到很惊奇。故选C项。 52.A.blocked B.handledC.stuck D.barred答案D解析根据前句的内容可以推断,此处表示雇工已做好一切准备——牛在牲口棚里,鸡在鸡笼里,门都闩上了。故选D项。53.A.Nothing B.EverythingC.Something D.Anything答案A解析句意:没有什么能被吹走。根据前文“The cows were in the barn,the chickens were in the coops,and the doors were .The shutters were tightly secured.”可知,矮个子男人做好了一切准备,所以没有什么东西会被吹走。故选A项。 54.A.which B.whatC.how D.why答案B解析句意:这时,农场主明白了雇工的意思,因此风刮起来的时候,他也回自己的床上睡觉了。分析题意可知,宾语从句部分缺宾语,故此处需用连接代词。根据句意可知,此处应表示农场主明白了雇工的意思。故选B项。55.A.waste B.admireC.spare D.fear答案D解析句意:当你在精神上、心理上和身体上都做好了准备,你就没什么好害怕的了。根据前文的“When you’re prepared,spiritually,mentally and physically...”可知,当你做好了各种准备,就没有什么好害怕的了。故选D项。第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Everyone has dreams,but not all dreams can be realised.People give up their dreams for this or that reason.Those 56. dreams become true have one thing in common,that is,they insist on 57. (work) for their dreams. Marie Curie,a famous scientist,has set 58. good example.In 1898,Marie 59. (find) a new element(元素) in the pitchblende.60.(prove) her discovery,she had to show it to the world,which also became her dream.After using tons of pitchblende,Marie and her husband 61.(final) saw the blue light of radium(镭).There are many other examples.Athletes who gain gold medals and students who enter key universities after 62. (year) of hard work,are all dream-holders. The path to dreams may not be smooth and the progress may be 63. (pain).But hold on to your dreams,no matter 64. big or small they are.Hold on to the end,and you will find there is nothing 65.(happy) than your dreams coming true. 答案56.whose 57.working 58.a 59.found 60.To prove 61.finally 62.years 63.painful 64.how65.happier第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)第一节(满分15分)假如你是校英文报主编,最近校报拟开设“我身边的英雄”栏目。请根据如下提示写一则征稿启事。1.开设目的;2.稿件要求;3.投稿方式和截止日期。注意:1.词数80左右;2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。Contributions Wanted 参考范文Contributions Wanted To share inspiring stories about heroes or heroines and let the whole school learn from them,we’re to launch a new column “The hero or heroine around me”.Everyone is welcome to write articles about a hero or heroine around you,including the hero’s or heroine’s name,his/her great spirit and heroic deeds that touch you.What you write should be accurate and real.Besides,your contributions are expected to be within 300 words.Please send your contributions to our editorial department or email them before April 28.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。续写词数应为150左右。It was time to go home.“Remember to work on your class speeches for homework,”Miss Walker called,as everyone started talking and packing their schoolbags.Jenny felt sick.She hated having to read aloud in class.She was sure everyone got really bored listening to her.Once,when Jenny was reading out her holiday diary,Lee was even looking at his watch,a silver and blue one which seemed just magical.Jenny watched Lee walk ahead of her as they left school.He seemed so clever,and he had a certain sort of shining confidence.He was just one of those people who were good at everything.Jenny sighed.As she turned the corner,she saw Lee’s watch lying right in the middle of the path.Jenny knew she should just pick it up and return it to him,but she didn’t want to run after him.Jenny bent down quickly,picked up the watch and ran home.On arriving home,Jenny put it on almost without thinking.She was surprised it fitted so well.She walked to the mirror and started practising her speech.Words just flooded out of her.“I’m going to talk about swimming.I have been lucky.I’ve won lots of competitions.But when I’m in a race,I’m not really thinking about winning.I’m just loving the feeling of being in the water...”Jenny laughed with excitement.She walked across the room.She suddenly seemed to have a certain sort of confidence.Turning back to the mirror,Jenny saw a flash of light from the watch in the glass.The flash of silver seemed almost magical.So maybe Lee’s watch really did have something magic about it.The next day,as the lesson began,Miss Walker asked who was going to be brave and go first.Nobody moved.Jenny slowly raised her arm.Before Miss Walker could say anything,there was a shout from behind.“She’s stolen my watch!”Lee said angrily.“It went missing at school yesterday.”Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny,waiting for an explanation. At that moment,Miss Walker smiled and asked the class to listen to Jenny’s speech first. 参考范文Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny,waiting for an explanation.Jenny didn’t answer.How could she explain about the watch and its magic?No one could understand.No one could believe.“But I saw you wearing it yesterday,”Miss Walker gently reminded him.For a moment Lee remained silent and then he apologised he had just remembered that.Jenny was relieved and said she had found it on the way home and decided to return it after the speech.Everybody was puzzled and asked why.Jenny again was speechless.At that moment,Miss Walker smiled and asked the class to listen to Jenny’s speech first.Jenny walked slowly to the front.She couldn’t think properly.She felt so frightened and the watch didn’t seem magical at all.Suddenly she saw Miss Walker’s encouraging eyes.Jenny took a deep breath.“I’m going to talk about swimming...”Ten minutes later the whole class stood up applauding Jenny’s wonderful speech.Jenny smiled as she eventually realised the real source of confidence.
综合检测(B卷)(时间:120分钟 满分:150分)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。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。M:Jane,do you have a map of Manchester?I want to find a good place to eat.W:Why not try Chinatown?There are plenty of good Chinese restaurants there,and it’s near here.1.Why does the man need a map?A.To tour Manchester.B.To find a restaurant. C.To learn about China.答案BM:Let’s do something different for vacation this year.Oh,let’s go to Colorado.I want to learn to ski.W:Oh,Paul,you know I don’t like cold weather.Can’t we go some place warm,like the beach?2.What does the woman want to do for vacation?A.Go to the beach.B.Travel to Colorado.C.Learn to ski.答案AW:This job is for three days a week:Monday,Friday and Saturday.Are you Okay with that?M:Mmm...I was hoping to have Saturday free.But I need the job,so...can you tell me what exactly I will do?3.What will the man probably do?A.Take the job. B.Refuse the offer. C.Change the working hours.答案AM:Do you know if John’s coming home for dinner?W:He’ll be late.He said not to wait for him.4.What does the woman say about John?A.He won’t wait for her.B.He won’t come home today.C.He won’t be on time for dinner.答案CW:I’m really tired from packing all these boxes for three hours.It’s about time to call it a day.M:I know.Maybe we could do it first thing tomorrow morning.W:Why not?These orders are not urgent.5.What will the speakers probably do next?A.Order some boxes.B.Go home and rest.C.Continue working.答案B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。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、7题。M:Lisa?Hi!W:Hi,Tom.M:Don’t you usually drive to work?W:Usually,but not in bad weather.M:Why is that?W:The traffic gets a lot worse when it rains or snows.M:I always take the train.It’s a lot faster for me than driving.W:It’s faster for me,too,but the time isn’t always convenient.M:Yeah,but think of all the things you can do on the train—read a book or the newspaper...W:Or answer my email...No,thanks!My workday is long enough already.6.How does the woman usually go to work?A.By car. B.By bus. C.By train.答案A7.What do the speakers agree about taking the train?A.It is safer. B.It is faster. C.It is cheaper.答案B听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。W:I think the car we saw yesterday would be a good deal.What do you think?M:Yes,but I think you should ask someone to take a look at it just to be sure.W:My friend Jack knows cars,and he helped me do the check this morning.M:It was smart of you to think ahead.Have you and the salesman agreed on a price?W:Yes,he finally agreed to accept the discounted price I asked.M:Then have you thought about how to pay?W:Well,I’ve saved up enough money to pay cash for this car.M:Good.Let me go with you to make the payment and drive the car home for you.W:Thank you.That would make it much easier for me.M:You’re welcome.Let’s go and take care of that right now.8.What does the man suggest the woman doing?A.Saving up for the car.B.Going to another car dealer.C.Asking someone to check the car.答案C9.What is the salesman going to do?A.Give a discount. B.Stick to a high price. C.Ask for cash payment.答案A10.How will the man help the woman?A.Lend money to her. B.Drive her car home. C.Take care of her car.答案B听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。M:Being away from home for college can be stressful.Besides all the pressures of study,there’s the pressure on your pocket.Today,let’s go to a university to find out.Excuse me.Can I ask you a few questions?W:Okay.M:How do you find the cost of living in the city?W:Everything is expensive,including clothing,housing and travelling.M:So,what do you spend most on?W:Transport,I think.For food,if I cook myself,it’s not expensive at all.For clothing,I bring my clothes here from my home country,where they’re nice and cheap.But every week,I have to spend more than 100 pounds on the trains.M:Then what’s the social life like?W:I’m a very social person.I love hanging out with my friends and meeting new people.Thankfully,I don’t drink,so the only expense is maybe tickets to the cinemas,clubs,and so on.11.What does the woman think of the living expenses in the city?A.Fairly low. B.Just Okay. C.Very high.答案C12.What does the woman spend most on?A.Meals. B.Trains. C.Clothes.答案B13.What does the woman do in her free time?A.See films. B.Travel around. C.Go for a drink.答案A听第9段材料,回答第14至16题。W:Can you fix a time for the next meeting,Alex?How about June 12th?That’s after the trade exhibition.M:I thought something was happening on that day,Rebecca.W:Oh,yes.You’re right.The people from Head Office are coming.M:What time does their plane arrive?Can we have the meeting in the morning?W:No,it’s all arranged.I’m meeting them at half past ten,so I won’t be available all that day.M:Well,let’s have the meeting earlier in June,then.The trade exhibition finishes on the third,doesn’t it?W:Yes,but we need John’s report for the meeting.How’s it going?M:I’m afraid John hasn’t started yet.The figures won’t be in place till next week.W:Will it be ready early in June?M:Well,not really.He told me that he will finish them by June 10th.W:So,we’re looking at the week starting the 17th.How about two o’clock on that day?M:I think that’s okay.Let’s meet here again then.14.What will Rebecca do on June 12th?A.Go on a business trip.B.Organise a trade exhibition.C.Meet the people from Head Office.答案C15.What is John preparing for the meeting?A.A report. B.A timetable. C.A speech.答案A16.When do the speakers decide to have the meeting?A.On June 4th. B.On June 10th. C.On June 17th.答案C听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。W:Hello,everyone.In today’s programme,I’d like to share a true story of mine.One day,my friends and I had just finished lunch at a hotel when it started to rain heavily.When it became lighter,I decided to brave the rain to get car and go home.It was parked three blocks away.My friends argued I shouldn’t go because at that time,I was due to give birth in three months.I promised I’d be very careful.One of them wanted to come with me,but I insisted she stay with another friend who needed help with her baby.When I walked to the first crossroads,a taxi stopped and a passenger came out with an umbrella.Before I knew what was happening,he walked right beside me and told me he would walk with me to where I would go.I refused,but he insisted.During our walk,he kept telling me to walk slowly.When we got to the parking lot,I thanked him and we parted ways.I did not get his name and may not even recognise him now.Did he purposely stop for me?I’ll never know.17.What did the speaker decide to do after lunch that day?A.Stay to help her friend. B.Drive home in the rain. C.Wait for the rain to stop.答案B18.What can we learn about the speaker then?A.She worked at a hotel.B.She had bought a new car.C.She was having a baby soon.答案C19.Where did the speaker meet the taxi passenger?A.At a crossroads. B.In front of a hotel. C.Beside a parking lot.答案A20.What does the speaker talk about?A.An exciting lunch party.B.A well-known short story.C.An unforgettable experience.答案C第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。AUnderstanding cultural body language in other countries is very helpful in communication,especially when we can’t speak a foreign language.Here are some gestures and their meanings in different cultures.I hope these will help you when you try to interact with foreigners.Head movementsIn some parts of India,people shake their heads to show they are actively listening or agree with you.In western countries,people nod to confirm.However,in Bulgaria and Greece,nodding actually means the contrary.Eye contactsSome countries,such as Japan and Finland,consider constant eye contact awkward.In Caribbean cultures,children and teenagers are taught not to look at adults in the eyes when they are being corrected.Strong eye contact is common among people of the same sex in Spain and Arabic countries.HandsThe “thumbs up” sign is used in many cultures to mean “OK”.In France,it can mean No.1.Interestingly,the“OK”sign means “zero”or “nothing” in France,while some other European countries such as Greece,Italy,Brazil,and Russia consider it as impolite.Greetings and goodbyesShaking hands is a normal and formal way to greet or say goodbye in western countries.But in Romania,only men usually shake hands.And they do it every time they meet,not just the first!In England,however,it’s unusual to shake hands with someone you are introduced to in an informal setting.LegsSitting with crossed legs is common in North America and European countries,but it is considered disrespectful in Asia and the Middle East where a straight and balanced posture is the norm(规范).Body language varies from country to country.When you communicate with foreigners,one safe way is to understand,respect and follow the culture.21.Why does the author write the first paragraph?A.To tell us the writing purpose.B.To show ways of communicating.C.To stress the importance of language.D.To compare the cultural differences.答案A解析推理判断题。根据文章第一段内容可知,理解其他国家的文化肢体语言对交流非常有帮助,作者希望他所写的文章对那些尝试和外国人交流的人来说有所帮助。由此可以推断,在第一段中作者表明了他的写作目的。故选A项。22.What can we learn about body language according to the text?A.Constant eye contact is advisable in Japanese.B.Sitting with crossed legs is popular in the Middle East.C.Shaking hands only happens between men in Romania.D.The “thumbs up” sign can be considered polite in Italy.答案C解析细节理解题。根据文章第五段的“Shaking hands is a normal and formal way to greet or say goodbye in western countries.But in Romania,only men usually shake hands.(在西方国家,握手是一种正常和正式的问候或道别方式。但是在罗马尼亚,只有男人才握手。)”可知,在罗马尼亚,只有男人才握手。故选C项。23.Which can best describe the author’s advice on communication with body language?A.Practice makes perfect. B.Actions speak louder than words.C.Seeing is believing. D.When in Rome,do as the Romans do.答案D解析推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“When you communicate with foreigners,one safe way is to understand,respect and follow the culture.(当你与外国人交流时,一个安全的方法就是理解、尊重并遵循当地文化。)”可知,作者给出的建议是:入乡随俗。D项可译为“入乡随俗”,符合题意。故选D项。BA 1,400-year-old Peruvian method of diverting(使转向) water could supply up to 100 million cubic metres of water—equal to 40,000 Olympic-size swimming pools’ worth of water—to Lima each year,according to a new study.It’s one example of how ancient methods could support existing modern ones in countries without enough water.More than a billion people across the world face water shortages.Man-made reservoirs store rainwater and water overflow for use during drier times.But reservoirs are costly,require years to plan and can still fail to meet water needs.Peru’s capital,Lima,depends on water from rivers high in the Andes Mountains.It takes only a few days for water to flow down to the city.So when the dry season begins in the mountains,the water supply quickly disappears.The city suffers shortages of 43 million cubic metres during the dry season.It solves this with modern structures such as man-made reservoirs.These reservoirs are not the only solution,however.Over a thousand years ago,indigenous(本地的) people developed another way to solve water problems.Boris Ochoa-Tocachi is a researcher at Imperial College London and lead writer of the study.He explored one of the last remaining water-harvesting systems in the small mountain community of Huamantanga,Peru.The system was developed even before the ancient Inca civilisation.The 1,400-year-old system is designed to increase the water supply during the dry season by diverting and slowing water as it travels down the mountains.This nature-based method is made of special canals that guide water from its source to a series of water bodies and hillsides.The water goes slowly into the ground,then flows downhill through the soil and reappears in water bodies near the community.The researchers measured how much the system slowed the flow of water by injecting special dye in the highlands and noting when it reappeared in water bodies.The dyed water started to surface two weeks later and continued flowing for eight months—a huge improvement over the hours or days it would normally take.24.How much water does an Olympic-size swimming pool need?A.2,500 cubic metres. B.4,000 cubic metres.C.1,000 cubic metres. D.1,400 cubic metres.答案A解析细节理解题。根据第一段第一句可知,一亿立方米的水相当于四万个奥运会游泳池的水。用一亿除以四万等于2,500,也就是说一个奥运会游泳池需要2,500立方米的水。故选A项。25.What can be learned about the ancient water system?A.It was developed during the ancient Inca civilisation.B.It is nature-based and made of special canals.C.It is the last water system left in Huamantanga.D.It can satisfy water needs of Lima throughout the year.答案B解析细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的“This nature-based method is made of special canals that guide water from its source to a series of water bodies and hillsides.”可知,This nature-based method指代的是上一句中的The 1,400-year-old system(有1,400年历史的系统),也就是题干中的the ancient water system(古代的水系统)。由此可推断出,这个古代的水系统是基于自然方法的,而且是由特殊的渠道构成的。故选B项。26.What does the underlined word “this” probably refer to in paragraph 3?A.Water resources. B.Water supply.C.Water shortage. D.Water system.答案C解析词义猜测题。画线词所在句句意为“通过人工水库等现代结构解决了 ”。根据画线词上一句“The city suffers shortages of 43 million cubic metres during the dry season.”可知,这座城市在旱季遭遇4,300万立方米的水资源短缺。由此可推断出,画线词所在句解决的应该是水资源短缺问题,this代指的应该是“水资源短缺”,water shortage意为“缺水”,符合语境。故选C项。 27.Which of the following order shows how the ancient system works?a.The water flows downhill through the soil.b.The water surfaces in water bodies.c.The water goes slowly into the ground.d.The water flows to water bodies and hillsides.A.d→a→b→c B.b→c→a→dC.a→b→c→d D.d→c→a→b答案D解析细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的“This nature-based method is made of special canals that guide water from its source to a series of water bodies and hillsides.The water goes slowly into the ground,then flows downhill through the soil and reappears in water bodies near the community.”可知,首先,这种基于自然方法的水系统是由特殊的渠道构成的,引导水从源头流向一系列的水体和山坡,与d项(水流向水体和山坡)表达的意思一致;然后,水慢慢地流入地下,与c项(水慢慢地流入地下)表达的意思一致;接下来,水通过土壤向下流动,与a项(水通过土壤流下山)表达的意思一致;最后,水重新出现在社区附近的水体中,与b项(水在水体中显露)表达的意思一致。由此可推断出,这个古老的系统是按照“d→c→a→b”的顺序运转的。故选D项。CWhat do you usually do when you have some free time?Do you take part in any form of hobby?If your answer is no,then you should think twice.Experiencing some type of interest or hobby might be the ideal way to develop your brain and improve your creative thinking.Here is a common problem that many older people have.They have spent such a great deal of time raising their family that once their children are grown and left home,they all of a sudden start to experience their age.Quite often,it is not their age that is the concern.It is the fact that they are unexpectedly offered more time on their hands.When you put in too much time not doing anything,this can affect your brain.This is just where the expression “If you don’t use it,you lose it” definitely is the truth.Your mind needs working out much like any other muscle in your body.This is why getting a hobby matters.It offers you something to do and is a perfect way to meet new people.Enjoying a hobby is also a perfect way to improve creative thinking at any age.Even young children can profit from taking a new hobby.For retired people,enjoying a hobby which they can find entertainment in with their grandchildren will help keep them active and feeling young at heart.Several hobbies that are terrific for both your mind and your body include yoga,biking,swimming and golf.If you aren’t fond of sports,even taking a walk regularly is a wonderful way to keep active.It helps you to appreciate fresh scenery and it has been suggested that the colours green and blue help make you more creative.As you can see above,you can get pretty much from taking a hobby.With so many choices waiting for you,begin your journey right away!28.What can be implied about many older people from paragraph 2?A.They lock creative thinking.B.They should develop their brain.C.They concern about their age.D.They used to have little free time.答案D解析推理判断题。由第二段中的“They have spent such a great deal of time raising their family... Quite often,it is not their age that is the concern.It is the fact that they are unexpectedly offered more time on their hands.”可知,很多老年人年轻时把时间主要用来养活家庭,年老之后,他们担心的不是变老,而是他们有了过多的可以自己支配的时间。由此可以推知,他们原来没有什么自由时间。故选D项。29.Why does getting a hobby matter according to the text?A.It strengthens one’s brain.B.It helps build up one’s muscle.C.It enables one to make friends.D.It improves one’s living conditions.答案A解析细节理解题。由第三段中的“Your mind needs working out much like any other muscle in your body.This is why getting a hobby matters.”可知,就像你身体的其他部位一样,你的大脑需要锻炼。这就是业余爱好重要的原因。由此可知,业余爱好可以锻炼大脑,增强脑力。故选A项。30.What does the underlined word “terrific” in paragraph 5 probably mean?A.Specific. B.Disgusting.C.Wonderful. D.Fundamental.答案C解析词义猜测题。第三段和第四段中主要介绍了业余爱好可以锻炼脑力,同时对身体有好处。画线词所在句子“Several hobbies that are terrific for both your mind and your body include yoga,biking,swimming and golf.”则介绍了几个对脑力和身体有好处的活动:瑜伽、骑自行车、游泳、高尔夫等等。结合选项,该画线词意思应为“极好的”。故选C项。31.Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A.Trying different hobbiesB.Spending your free timeC.Experiencing your hobby nowD.Feeling young at heart答案C解析标题归纳题。文章主要介绍了业余爱好对于老年人的好处。最后一段是总结段,提到“我们可以从业余爱好中受益。你可以有很多选择,马上开始吧!”结合选项,C项最适合做该文标题。DSchools across the world are trying to come up with solutions to keep students active.Some are replacing traditional classroom chairs with exercise balls or standing desks.At Ward Elementary School in Winston,North Carolina students have adopted a new programme that requires riding fixed bikes while reading.“Read and Ride” is the creation of school counselor Scott Ertl,who came up with the idea while he was exercising and reading at the gym.Believing it would be a fun way to convince students to become more active,he placed one in the corner of his classroom and encouraged them to use it during independent reading classes.It was so popular that Ertl decided to add more bikes and offer the “Read and Ride” programme to the entire school.Today Ward Elementary has a dedicated exercise room filled with bikes that can be used by students while completing their daily reading assignments.Besides making reading more fun,the programme also helps students exercise at a comfortable pace without the pressure that comes with regular sports-related activities.It is also a perfect way to release energy during days when the weather is not helpful to outdoor activities.Most importantly,however,are the programme’s academic benefits.A year after Read and Ride was introduced at Ward Elementary School,students actively involved in the programme demonstrated an astonishing 83% reading proficiency.Those that had not taken advantage of the exercise bikes tested at a much lower,41%.Though the substantial improvement in academic achievement cannot all be attributed to programmes like “Read and Ride”,experts believe they are a significant contributor.That’s because studies have shown that physical activity stimulates(刺激) brain cells and helps prepare it for learning.As word of the difference made by this easy to execute exercise programme spreads,don’t be surprised to find schools across the country adopt “Read and Ride” for their students.32.What is the new programme at Ward Elementary School?A.Kids ride bikes as they read.B.Kids exercise balls and read at the gym.C.Kids sit at desks for long while reading.D.Kids do outdoor activities during lessons.答案A解析细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句“At Ward Elementary School in Winston,North Carolina students have adopted a new programme that requires riding fixed bikes while reading.”可知,Ward Elementary School采用了一个新项目,学生阅读时需要骑固定住的自行车。故选A项。33.How do the students at Ward Elementary School benefit from the programme?A.They exercise with high pressure.B.They feel reading fun and learn better.C.They improve their sense of competition.D.They are instructed to read at the same pace.答案B解析推理判断题。根据第五段的内容可知,参与这个项目的学生的阅读能力大幅提高,所以这个项目能让学生感受到阅读的快乐,学习会更好。故选B项。34.What can we learn from the last paragraph?A.The programme may be more and more popular.B.Schools doubt whether the programme is available.C.Physical activities prevent kids from learning more.D.The school achievement depends wholly on the programme.答案A解析推理判断题。根据最后一段最后一句“As word of the difference made by this easy to execute exercise programme spreads,don’t be surprised to find schools across the country adopt ‘Read and Ride’for their students.”可知,这个项目将会越来越受欢迎,因为有越来越多的学校加入这个项目。故选A项。35.What is the main idea of the passage?A.Standing desks help school kids focus on their studies.B.Traditional teaching should be banned in the near future.C.“Read and Ride” aims to make students healthier and smarter.D.Kids need to release energy during independent reading classes.答案C解析主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是根据第二段内容可知,本文主要介绍了“一边骑车一边读书”这一活动,而它的目的是让学生更健康、更聪明。故选C项。第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Road Trip PlanningThere are so many things to consider when planning a road trip,especially if you want to make it a great one.Think about it,with what little vacation time we have these days,don’t you want your vacation to be the kind that you remember forever and talk about for years to come? 36 Here are some ways to approach all the information to help you plan your vacation. Select Your DestinationFirst,you have to select a destination.There are many articles that include trip ideas,free road trip plans and tips about specific destinations. 37 This is where the fun comes in!Road trip games are always a great idea,and the longer your trip is,the more you’ll enjoy them.Creating your own soundtrack(原声音乐) is another key to a fun road trip.Whenever you hear those songs long after your trip,they will bring memories flooding back and a smile to your face.Pack for Your TripBefore you go,you’ve got to figure out what to pack.This road trip planning guide covers every kind of trip from camping to family to Spring Break to romantic. 38 Save Money 39 Not necessarily.Things can add up fast.The tips here will help you cut corners a little,making your vacation more affordable. Maximise(使最大化) Your Travel ExperienceHaving travelled all over the world since I was a child,I’ve learned to get the most out of travelling. 40 It’s an inner journey as well.Growing as a person while on a road trip or any kind of vacation is the best kind of souvenir(纪念品) to bring home. Enjoy this road trip planning guide and get ready to plan your best road trip yet!A.Prepare Some Games and SongsB.Note Your Home and Road SafetyC.Travel is more than just going to a place.D.I learned the hard way about planning,too.E.However,without the right planning,that may not happen!F.Some people might say “Isn’t a road trip itself cheap?”G.There are also some tips about packing a suitcase and creating a packing list.答案36.E 37.A 38.G 39.F 40.C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。Years ago a farmer owned land along the Atlantic.He constantly advertised for hired hands but never made it because most people were afraid of the awful 41 . Finally,a short,thin man, 42 the farmer.“Are you a good farmhand?”the farmer asked him. “Well,I can sleep when the wind blows,” answered the little man.Although puzzled by this answer,the farmer, 43 for help,still hired him.The little man worked well 44 the farm,busy from dawn to dusk,and the farmer felt 45 with the man’s work. Then one night the wind 46 loudly in from the offshore.Jumping out of the bed,the farmer grabbed a 47 and rushed next door to the hired man’s sleeping quarters.The farmer shook the little man and 48 ,“Get up!A storm is coming!Tie things down before they blow away!” But the little man, 49 in bed and said firmly,“No sir.I told you,I can sleep when the wind blows.” The farmer was tempted to fire him on the spot. 50 ,he hurried outside to prepare for the storm.To his 51 ,he discovered everything had been tied down.The cows were in the barn,the chickens were in the coops,and the doors were 52 .The shutters were tightly secured. 53 could blow away.The farmer then understood 54 his hired man meant,so he returned to his bed to also sleep while the wind blew. When you’re prepared,spiritually,mentally and physically,you have nothing to 55 .Can you sleep when the wind blows through your life? 41.A.temperatures B.hardshipsC.storms D.surroundings答案C解析分析题意并根据后文的“The farmer shook the little man and ,‘Get up!A storm is coming!Tie things down before they blow away!’”可知,农场主没有找到人手是因为大多数人害怕可怕的暴风雨。故选C项。 42.A.greeted B.beggedC.approached D.informed答案C解析根据后文这个农场主留下了他可知,此处表示这个人走近农场主前来应聘。故选C项。43.A.suitable B.readyC.available D.desperate答案D解析suitable“合适的”;ready“现成的”;available“可获得的”;desperate“非常需要”。分析题意并结合前文交代农场主一直找不到人手可知,此处农场主雇用他是因为急需人手。故选D项。44.A.up B.withC.behind D.around答案D解析根据后文的busy from dawn to dusk可知,此处表示矮个子男人在农场里里外外地忙。故选D项。45.A.cheerful B.satisfiedC.disappointed D.regretful答案B解析句意:那个矮个子男人在农场干活很卖力,从天亮一直忙到天黑,因此农场主对他的工作很满意。cheerful“高兴的”;satisfied“满意的”;disappointed“失望的”;regretful“后悔的”。根据前文的“The little man worked well the farm,busy from dawn to dusk...”可知,农场主感到很满意。故选B项。 46.A.flew B.blewC.marched D.paced答案B解析根据后文“Get up!A storm is coming!Tie things down before they blow away!”可知,此处表示风刮得很猛烈。故选B项。47.A.strength B.breathC.lantern D.clothes答案C解析句意:农场主从床上一跃而起,抓起灯笼就向隔壁雇工休息的地方冲去。根据前文的“Then one night the wind loudly in from the offshore.”可知,起风的时间是在晚上,所以农场主拿的应该是灯笼。故选C项。 48.A.shouted B.explainedC.warned D.reminded答案A解析根据后文的描述可知,此时的情况很紧急,所以农场主应是喊叫矮个子男人。故选A项。49.A.rolled over B.turned upC.lay down D.wore out答案A解析根据前文提到农场主摇醒那个矮个子男人和空后他的回答可知,此处表示矮个子男人翻了一下身后拒绝了农场主的要求。故选A项。50.A.Therefore B.InsteadC.Meanwhile D.Moreover答案B解析前文提到农场主很生气,想立刻解雇那个男人,而空后却提及he hurried outside to prepare for the storm。由此可知,他并没有那么做而是跑到外面为暴风雨做准备。故选B项。51.A.excitement B.puzzlementC.amazement D.disappointment答案C解析句意:令他惊奇的是,他发现所有的东西都被绑紧了。根据后文的“...he discovered everything had been tied down.The cows were in the barn,the chickens were in the coops,and the doors were .”可知,此处表示这些情况让他感到很惊奇。故选C项。 52.A.blocked B.handledC.stuck D.barred答案D解析根据前句的内容可以推断,此处表示雇工已做好一切准备——牛在牲口棚里,鸡在鸡笼里,门都闩上了。故选D项。53.A.Nothing B.EverythingC.Something D.Anything答案A解析句意:没有什么能被吹走。根据前文“The cows were in the barn,the chickens were in the coops,and the doors were .The shutters were tightly secured.”可知,矮个子男人做好了一切准备,所以没有什么东西会被吹走。故选A项。 54.A.which B.whatC.how D.why答案B解析句意:这时,农场主明白了雇工的意思,因此风刮起来的时候,他也回自己的床上睡觉了。分析题意可知,宾语从句部分缺宾语,故此处需用连接代词。根据句意可知,此处应表示农场主明白了雇工的意思。故选B项。55.A.waste B.admireC.spare D.fear答案D解析句意:当你在精神上、心理上和身体上都做好了准备,你就没什么好害怕的了。根据前文的“When you’re prepared,spiritually,mentally and physically...”可知,当你做好了各种准备,就没有什么好害怕的了。故选D项。第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Everyone has dreams,but not all dreams can be realised.People give up their dreams for this or that reason.Those 56. dreams become true have one thing in common,that is,they insist on 57. (work) for their dreams. Marie Curie,a famous scientist,has set 58. good example.In 1898,Marie 59. (find) a new element(元素) in the pitchblende.60.(prove) her discovery,she had to show it to the world,which also became her dream.After using tons of pitchblende,Marie and her husband 61.(final) saw the blue light of radium(镭).There are many other examples.Athletes who gain gold medals and students who enter key universities after 62. (year) of hard work,are all dream-holders. The path to dreams may not be smooth and the progress may be 63. (pain).But hold on to your dreams,no matter 64. big or small they are.Hold on to the end,and you will find there is nothing 65.(happy) than your dreams coming true. 答案56.whose 57.working 58.a 59.found 60.To prove 61.finally 62.years 63.painful 64.how65.happier第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)第一节(满分15分)假如你是校英文报主编,最近校报拟开设“我身边的英雄”栏目。请根据如下提示写一则征稿启事。1.开设目的;2.稿件要求;3.投稿方式和截止日期。注意:1.词数80左右;2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。Contributions Wanted 参考范文Contributions Wanted To share inspiring stories about heroes or heroines and let the whole school learn from them,we’re to launch a new column “The hero or heroine around me”.Everyone is welcome to write articles about a hero or heroine around you,including the hero’s or heroine’s name,his/her great spirit and heroic deeds that touch you.What you write should be accurate and real.Besides,your contributions are expected to be within 300 words.Please send your contributions to our editorial department or email them before April 28.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。续写词数应为150左右。It was time to go home.“Remember to work on your class speeches for homework,”Miss Walker called,as everyone started talking and packing their schoolbags.Jenny felt sick.She hated having to read aloud in class.She was sure everyone got really bored listening to her.Once,when Jenny was reading out her holiday diary,Lee was even looking at his watch,a silver and blue one which seemed just magical.Jenny watched Lee walk ahead of her as they left school.He seemed so clever,and he had a certain sort of shining confidence.He was just one of those people who were good at everything.Jenny sighed.As she turned the corner,she saw Lee’s watch lying right in the middle of the path.Jenny knew she should just pick it up and return it to him,but she didn’t want to run after him.Jenny bent down quickly,picked up the watch and ran home.On arriving home,Jenny put it on almost without thinking.She was surprised it fitted so well.She walked to the mirror and started practising her speech.Words just flooded out of her.“I’m going to talk about swimming.I have been lucky.I’ve won lots of competitions.But when I’m in a race,I’m not really thinking about winning.I’m just loving the feeling of being in the water...”Jenny laughed with excitement.She walked across the room.She suddenly seemed to have a certain sort of confidence.Turning back to the mirror,Jenny saw a flash of light from the watch in the glass.The flash of silver seemed almost magical.So maybe Lee’s watch really did have something magic about it.The next day,as the lesson began,Miss Walker asked who was going to be brave and go first.Nobody moved.Jenny slowly raised her arm.Before Miss Walker could say anything,there was a shout from behind.“She’s stolen my watch!”Lee said angrily.“It went missing at school yesterday.”Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny,waiting for an explanation. At that moment,Miss Walker smiled and asked the class to listen to Jenny’s speech first. 参考范文Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny,waiting for an explanation.Jenny didn’t answer.How could she explain about the watch and its magic?No one could understand.No one could believe.“But I saw you wearing it yesterday,”Miss Walker gently reminded him.For a moment Lee remained silent and then he apologised he had just remembered that.Jenny was relieved and said she had found it on the way home and decided to return it after the speech.Everybody was puzzled and asked why.Jenny again was speechless.At that moment,Miss Walker smiled and asked the class to listen to Jenny’s speech first.Jenny walked slowly to the front.She couldn’t think properly.She felt so frightened and the watch didn’t seem magical at all.Suddenly she saw Miss Walker’s encouraging eyes.Jenny took a deep breath.“I’m going to talk about swimming...”Ten minutes later the whole class stood up applauding Jenny’s wonderful speech.Jenny smiled as she eventually realised the real source of confidence.
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