甘肃省部分普通中学2016高考英语新课标学能专业高效提分集训试题十五.doc

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1、甘肃省部分普通中学2016高考英语新课标学能专业高效提分集训试题（十五）注意：本试卷分第卷（选择题）和第卷（非选择题）两部分。满分120分。考试时间100分钟。第卷第一部分：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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。A When I was going home to India last year, I called up my mother to ask if she wanted anything from China.When India had not opened up its

2、markets to the world, I carried suitcase loads of dark glasses and jeans. Thankfully, we can get all these anywhere in India now.Still, her answer surprised me: “Green tea.”As long as I can remember she didnt even drink Indian tea.I dutifully bought a big packet of Longjing and headed home to hear t

3、he story. My mother and her brother, both regular newspaper readers, believed that Chinese green tea was the wonder drug for all illnesses.At the turn of the century, China was not really familiar to the average India. It was a strange country.How things change! And how soon!Now every town of any si

4、ze seems to have a “China Market”. And everyone is talking about China.The government of India has planned to send a team to China to see how things are done. A minister once said that India must open the doors for more foreign investment and such a step would “work wonders as it did for China”.But

5、its a two-way street. I just heard about a thousand Shenzhen office workers who have gone to Bangalore to train in software. Meanwhile, all the Indian IT majors are setting up a strong presence in China.No wonder that trade, which was only in the millions just ten years ago, is expected to hit about

6、 US $ 15 billion for last year and US $20 billion by 2008, a goal set by both governments.No wonder, my colleague wrote some weeks ago about this being the Sino-Indian（中印）century as the two countries started on January 1 the Sino-Indian Friendship Year.But what is still a wonder to me is my mother d

7、rinking Chinese tea.21. Why did the mother ask for Chinese green tea? A. She was tired of Indian tea. B. She had a son working in China. C. She believed it had a curing effect. D. She was fond of Chinese products.22. What does the author mean by “its a two-way street” in Paragraph 10? A. China and I

8、ndia have different traffic rules. B. Tea trade works wonders in both India and China. C. Chinese products are popular in both China and India. D. The exchanges between India and China benefit both.23. What do we know about the Indian IT industry? A. It will move its head office to Shenzhen. B. It i

9、s seeking further development in China. C. It has attracted an investment of US $15 billion. D. It caught up with the US IT industry in 2008.24. In the text the author expresses _. A. his concern for his mothers health B. his support for drinking Chinese green tea C. his surprise at Chinas recent de

10、velopment D. his wonder at the growth of Indias IT industry BForeign drivers will have to pay on-the-spot fines of up to 900 for breaking the traffic law to be carried out next month.If they do not have enough cash or a working credit card, their vehicles will be clamped（扣留）until they payand they wi

11、ll face an additional fee of 80 for getting back their vehicles.The law will also apply to British citizens. The fines will be described officially as “deposits” when the traffic law takes effect, because the money would be returned if the driver went to court and was found not guilty. In practice,

12、very few foreign drivers are likely to return to Britain to deal with their cases.Foreign drivers are rarely charged because police cannot take action against them if they fail to appear in court. Instead, officers often merely give warnings.Three million foreign-registered vehicles enter Britain ea

13、ch year. Polish vehicles make up 36 percent, French vehicles 10 percent and German vehicles 9 percent.Foreign vehicles are 30 percent more likely to be in a crash than British-registered vehicles. The number of crashes caused by foreign vehicles rose by 47 percent between 2003 and 2008. There were a

14、lmost 400 deaths and serious injuries and 3,000 slight injuries from accidents caused by foreign vehicles in 2008.The new law is partly intended to settle the problem of foreign lorry drivers ignoring limits on weight and hours at the wheel. Foreign lorries are three times more likely to be in a cra

15、sh than British lorries. Recent spot checks found that three quarters of lorries that failed safety tests were registered overseas.The standard deposit for a careless driving offencesuch as driving too close to the vehicles in front or reading a map at the wheelwill be 300. Deposits for speeding off

16、ences and using mobile phones will be 60. Foreign drivers will not get points as punishment added to their licenses, while British drivers will.25. The first paragraph serves as a(n) _. A. explanation B. introduction C. comment D. background26. The foreign drivers who break the traffic law and do no

17、t pay on the spot are likely to be fined up to _. A. 60 B. 300 C. 900 D. 98027. We can learn from the passage that _. A. many foreign drivers have been fined by British police B. 300,000 German vehicles enter Britain every year C. 25 percent of foreign vehicles entering Britain have failed safety te

18、sts D. British drivers will be punished with points and fines for breaking the traffic law28. The new traffic law is mainly intended to _. A. limit the number of foreign vehicles entering Britain B. increase the British governments additional income C. lower the rare of traffic accidents and injurie

19、s D. get foreign drivers to appear in court CSuccessful people in international business understand the cultures of other countries and learn to change their practices in different cultures. They understand the importance of avoiding business decisions based on misconceptions-mistaken ideas.One caus

20、e of misconceptions is ethnocentrism, the belief that ones own cultures way of doing things is better than the way of other cultures. Its ethnocentrism that leads to failure in international business. To avoid ethnocentrism, its necessary to study the different elements of culture: language, values

21、and attitudes, and customs and manners.LanguageA knowledge of the local language can help international business people in four ways. First, people can communicate directly. Second, people are usually more open in their communication with someone who speaks their language. Third, an understanding of

22、 the language allows people to infer meanings that are not said directly. Finally, knowing the language helps people to understand the culture better.Values and AttitudesValues are peoples basic beliefs about the difference between right and wrong, good and bad. An attitude is a way of thinking or a

23、cting. Values and attitudes influence international business. For example, many people in the United States believe that chocolate from Switzerland is better than chocolate from other countries, and they buy a lot of it.Customs and MannersCustoms are common social practices. Manners are ways of acti

24、ng that the society believes are polite. For example, in the United States, it is the custom to have salad before the main course at dinner, not after. Its not acceptable to talk with food in mouth at table. Failure to understand the customs and manners of other countries will bring difficulty selli

25、ng their products. Orange juice as a breakfast drink of an American company in France doesnt sell well because the French dont usually drink juice with breakfast.29. A knowledge of the local language allows international business people _. A. to be more open with their customers B. to communicate wi

26、thout outside help C. to express their thoughts indirectly D. to have a better idea of their own culture30. The act of many people buying chocolate of Switzerland shows the role of _. A. manners B. values C. attitudes D. customs31. What would be the best title for the text? A. Misconceptions in Busi

27、ness B. Basic Beliefs in Business C. International Business Culture D. Successful International Business32. The authors purpose of writing this article is to tell people _. A. how to take a right attitude in business B. how to avoid misunderstandings in business C. how to use a local language in bus

28、iness D. how to act politely and properly in business DSitting on the peaceful coast of Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, watching the sun move quietly into the sea, you shouldnt forget that Charles Darwin (18091882) arrived here in 1835. He stayed on the islands for five weeks, observing various animals.

29、 This finally inspired his famous work, On the origin of Species. You can certainly follow Darwins footsteps and enjoy a trip from four to seven days to the islandsThe islands are certainly a paradise for wildlife, as there are no natural killers on the islands and the number of boats and visitors i

30、s under government control. Though you cannot walk freely as Darwin did about 200 years ago, each day is as impressive as it could be.The most well-known animal of the Galapagos is the giant tortoise（巨型海龟）, which can be seen moving slowly around the highlands of Santa Cruz, the second largest island

31、 in the archipelago（群岛）. Some of these creatures are so old that they might have been seen in their youth by Darwin himself.Despite strict control over activities and timing, your stay on the Galapagos will be remembered as a chain of incomparable pictures; diving with sea lions that swim and play w

32、ithin inches of you; feeling small sharks touch your feet as you swim; and, most magically, seeing a whale and her baby surface with a great breath of air.Traveling between the islands and observing the wildlife that so inspired Darwin, you will feel as though you are getting a special view of an un

33、touched world. At night you will sleep on board the ship, leaving the wildlife in complete occupation of the islands, which are as undisturbed now as they have been since the beginning of time.33. Which of the following plays a role in making the islands “a paradise for wildlife”? A. Animals on the

34、islands feed on grass. B. Local government forbids killing wildlife. C. People cannot visit the islands as they wish. D. Tourists are not allowed to touch the animals.34. Your stay on the islands will be most impressive mainly because of _. A. the beautiful sea views B. Darwins inspiring trip C. a c

35、loser view of animals D. various daring activities35. Which of the following would be the best title for the passage? A. A Unique Attraction for Wildlife Lovers B. Galapagos as a Paradise for Adventure C. Charles Darwin as a Symbol of Galapagos D. A Successful Example of Wildlife Protection第二节 （共5小题

36、；每小题2分，满分10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。It is said that there are about 40,000 different kinds of jobs in the world. 36 “Finding a job” is not the same as “choosing a job”. Many young people end up in a job which they are not suitable for. 37 Here are a few steps to help you think abut

37、 jobs which you might enjoy doing after school or university.First, it is important to realize what kind of person you are, which special qualities make you different from everyone else and what you are interested in. 38 If you like art and enjoy looking at pictures, that is an interest. But if you

38、can draw a horse that looks like a horse instead of a big dog, that is a skill.Then ask yourself this question: in the following three areasskills with people, skills with information and skills with thingswhich are your best skills?After examining your skill, the next step is research. To find out

39、as many different kinds of jobs as possible, go to the library and read books, magazines and newspapers. 39 Finally, trust your own ideas and your own thinking! 40 A. It is your own life, so find something that you enjoy doing.B. Choosing the right one itself is a difficult job.C. We must know what

40、our ideal jobs are.D. There is a difference between an interest and a skill.E. Ask your friends about the work they do.F. “Chance” may play a more important part in that “decision”.G. Your parents may also give you some useful advice.第三部分：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出适合填入对应空

41、白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。 Annually my family has a get-together in a state park in the mountains of North Carolina. At one of the get-togethers, the weather was cloudy, and more rain was 41 . The family members who arrived early were 42 about the coming rain that would have a bad effect on the number of

42、 43 . Just as the rain began to fall, a car 44 to the panic shelter and out of the passenger side jumped “Uncle Earl” who was 96 years old and had been blind for many years. Just the arrival of Uncle Earl immediately changed the 45 of the group. Ever cheerful and optimistic, Earl continued to 46 the

43、 family. He was the oldest member of the Miller Clan, and all gathered around him. One by one he greeted each child, 47 their hands and giving them a piece of candyfrom hispocket, and made them 48 . 49 I stood back, I watched howhisbehavior and cheerfulness brought a smile to everyones face. He did

44、not spend time telling everyone about his 50 as others were doing. I realized that it was his 51 to take the road to cheerfulness and not focus on the 52 sides of his life. By doing so, he was 53 an invitation to each family member and wished him to 54 in the same manner. Just before we began to 55

45、on the wonderful spread offood, Earl stood up and asked to speak to the group for a few minutes. He 56 everyone toleada good life and to take a light-hearted 57 to whatmaycome our way. Just for one day practice being 58 and see what happens. Try a new attempt on 59 ; see if you can find some humor i

46、n the challenges or 60 themfroman optimistic way. Be of good cheer!41. A. poured B. assumed C. needed D. predicted42. A. anxious B. confidentC. calm D. sure43. A. customers B. climbers C. guests D. visitors44. A. pulled through B. pulled on C. pulled up D. pulled out45. A. sense B. feeling C. attitude D. atmosphere 46. A. surprise B. trouble C. entertain D. control47. A. carrying B. holding C. bringing D. taking 48. A. taste B. pay C. laugh D. buy49. A. Although B. While C. As D. Because 50. A. illness B. richness C. lonelinessD. happiness 51