河北省容城中学2015-2016学年高二英语上学期第一次月考试题（无答案）.doc

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1、河北容城中学高二第一次月考英语试题本试卷分第卷（选择题）和第卷（非选择题）两部分，满分150分第卷第一部分 阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题,每小题2分,共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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。A The human body has developed its millions of nerves（神经） to be highly aware of what goes on both inside and outside of it. This helps us to adjust to the outside

2、 world. Without our nerves and our brain, which is a system of nerves, we couldnt know whats happening. But we pay for our sensitivity. We can feel pain when the slightest thing is wrong with any part of our body. The history of torture (折磨) is based on the human body being open to pain. But there i

3、s a way to handle pain. Look at the Indian fakir (苦行僧) who sits on a bed of nails. Fakirs can put a needle right through an arm, and feel no pain. This ability that some humans have developed to handle pain should give us ideas about how the mind can deal with pain. The big thing in withstanding pai

4、n is our attitude towards it. Often the dentist says, This will hurt a little, it helps us to accept the pain. By staying relaxed, and by treating the pain as an interesting sensation, we can handle the pain without falling apart. After all, although pain is unpleasant sensation, it is still a sensa

5、tion, and sensations are the stuff of life.1. What does the writer mean by saying we pay for our sensitivity in the first paragraph?A. We have to take care of our sense of pain. B. We suffer from our sense of feeling. C. We should try hard to resist pain. D. We are hurt when we feel pain.2. When the

6、 author mentions Indian fakir, he shows that _.A. people can learn to cope with pain B. Indians are not afraid of painC. some people are born without a sense of pain D. fakirs possess magic power3. What is essential for people to stand pain according to the writer?A. Their nerves. B. Their interest.

7、 C. Their attitude D. Their relaxation.4. The author believes that _.A. pain should be avoided at all costs B. magic power is essential for reducing painC. feeling pain can be an interesting thing D. feeling pain is part of our life B Recently I paid a visit to Harvard University, where there are to

8、p class scientists and professors and the best academic system in the world. I was pretty shocked when I first stepped onto the campus. Well, its not even really a campus. Its more like a district in a small town. Harvards main buildings are from the 18thcentury. They look very old and simple. You m

9、ight even say theyre a little shabby. They dont fit the modern idea of university at all. The buildings are surrounded by grass and trees, so I felt as if I had walked into a medieval castle. But when I looked across the street, busy shops and in-fashion students made me feel like I was in the 21stc

10、entury again. It creates a strong contrast(对照) and brings a special atmosphere to the school. Our tour guide Gary took us around and told us, “You see this grass field in the center of the school? Here is where they host their graduation ceremony. They just set up tents and benches and have a very s

11、imple ceremony. Unbelievable! Who would think the most talented students just graduate on the lawn?” I saw some students put a blanket on the grass and lie down to read a book. When I listened to the soft sound of pages turning, along with the chirping(鸟叫声) of the birds, I felt very calm. There was

12、no competitive feeling at all. Harvard has the worlds first computer in its science center and there are hundreds of high-end computers too. Its religion and the literature departments are also among the best. It is the perfect mix of tradition and new technology. It makes Harvard a very attractive

13、place to study in. I hope one day Ill attend my dream school-Harvard.5. The article is mainly about _. A. Harvards old buildings B. the academic system at Harvard C.the authors campus life in Harvard D. the authors impression of Harvard6. According to the article the author was most impressed by _.A

14、. Harvard students not taking their graduation ceremony seriouslyB. the classes held on beautiful lawns at HarvardC. Harvards mix of tradition and new technologyD. the feeling of not living in modern society on the campus7. According to the article, in which fields is Harvard top in the world A. Rel

15、igion, computer science and literature B. Religion, law and arts C. Literature, arts and computer science D. Literature, art, and law8. Which word can be used to describe the Harvard campus? A. Modern B. Peaceful C.CompetitiveD. SplendidC Driving a car is not just handling controls and judging speed

16、 and distance. It requires you to predict what other road users will do and get ready to react to something unexpected. When alcohol is consumed, it enters your bloodstream and acts as a depressant(抑制药)，damaging eyesight, judgement and co-ordination (协调)，slowing down reaction time and greatly increa

17、sing the risk of accidents. Even below the drink driving limit, driving will be affected. Alcohol may take a few minutes to be absorbed into the bloodstream and start action on the brain. Absorption rate is increased when drinking on an empty stomach or when consuming drinks mixed with fruit juice.

18、To get rid of alcohol from the body is a very slow process and it is not possible to speed it up with any measures like taking a shower or having a cup of tea or coffee. The present Road Traffic Ordinance states clearly that the limit of alcohol concentration is : 50 milligrams of alcohol per 100ml

19、of blood; or 22 micro grams of alcohol per 100ml of breath; or 67 milligrams of alcohol per 100ml of urine(尿液). Drivers who cause traffic accidents, or who commit a moving traffic offence or are being suspected of drink driving will be tested. Any driver found drinking beyond the limit will be charg

20、ed. The driver declared guilty may be fined a maximum of HK25,000 and be sentenced to up to 3 years in prison and punished for 10 driving-offence points; or temporarily banned from driving. The same punishment applies to failing to provide specimens(样本) for breath, blood or urine tests without good

21、excuse. Drink driving is a criminal offence. Be a responsible driver, think before you drink. For the safety of yourself and other road users, never drive after consuming alcohol.9. The first paragraph is mainly about_.A. the introduction of driving skills B. the damage of drinking to your bodyC. th

22、e effect of drinking on driving D. the process of alcohol being absorbed10. The underlined word “it” in the second paragraph refers to “_”.A. alcohol B. absorption C. blood D. process11. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. Drinking below the drink driving limit has no effect o

23、n driving.B. Alcohol is taken in more quickly when drunk with fruit juice.C. Having a cup of tea helps to get rid of alcohol from the body.D. 50 milligrams of alcohol per 100ml of breath is below the drink driving limit.12. A drive suspected of drink driving_.A. will be punished for 10 driving-offen

24、ce pointsB. will be forbidden to drive for 3 yearsC. should provide specimens for testingD. should pay a maximum fine of HK25,000D The word advertising refers to any kind of public announcement that brings products and services to the attention of peopleThroughout history, advertising has been an ef

25、fective way to promote(促进)the trading and selling of goodsIn the Middle Ages，merchants employed “town criers” to read public messages aloud to promote their goodsWhen printing was invented in the fifteenth century, pages of advertisements (ads) could be printed easily and were either hung in public

26、places or put in books By the end of the seventeenth century, when newspapers were beginning to be read by more people, printed materials became an important way to promote products and servicesThe London Gazette was the first newspaper to set aside a place just for advertising. This was so successf

27、ul that by the end of the century several companies started businesses for the purpose of making newspaper ads for merchants Advertising spread quickly throughout the eighteenth centuryAd writers were starting to pay more attention to the design of the ad textEverything，from clothes to drinks，was pr

28、omoted with clever methods such as repetition of the firms name or product, words organized in eye-catching patterns，the use of pretty pictures and expressions easy to remember Near the end of the nineteenth century, companies that were devoted to the production of ads came to be known as “advertisi

29、ng agencies (广告商)” . The agencies developed new ways to get people to think of themselves as members of a groupThroughout the twentieth century, advertising agencies promoted consumerism(消费主义)as a way of life，spreading the belief that people could be happy only if they bought the “right” products.13

30、What was advertising like in the Middle Ages?AMerchants were employed to promote productsBAd messages were shouted out in public placesCProduct information was included in booksDAd signs were put up in towns14What does the word “This” in Paragraph 2 refer to?A Working with ad agencies BIncluding pic

31、tures in adsCSelling goods in markets DAdvertising in newspapers15. Which of the following might be the best title for the text?AThe Story of Advertising BThe Value of Advertising DesignsCThe Role of Newspaper AdvertisingDThe Development of Printing for Advertising第二节 七选五（每题2分，共10分） Eyesight plays a

32、 very important role in our daily life. Every waking moment, the eyes are working to see the world around us. Over forty percent of Americans worry about losing eyesight, but its easy to include steps into our daily life to ensure healthy eyes. Here are five suggestions for a lifetime of healthy eye

33、sight: Schedule yearly exams.71Experts advise parents to bring babies 6 to 12 months of age to the doctor for a careful check. The good news is that millions of children now can have yearly eye exams and following treatment, including eyeglasses. Protect against UV rays(紫外线).Long-term stay in the su

34、n creates risk to your eyes. No matter what the season is, its extremely important to wear sunglasses.72 Give your eyes a break. Two-thirds of Americans spend up to seven hours a day using computers or other digital products.73Experts recommend that people practice the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minute

35、s, take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away. 74As part of a healthy diet, eat more fruits and vegetables each day. Vitamins(维生素)C and E help protect eyesight and promote eye health. Practice safe wear and care of contact lenses(隐形眼镜).Many Americans use contact lenses to improve thei

36、r eyesight. While some follow the medical guidance for wearing contact lenses, many are breaking the rules and putting their eyesight at risk.75Otherwise, you may have problems such as red eyes, pain in the eyes, or a more serious condition.A. Eat your greens.B. Eye care should begin early in life.C

37、. They can properly protect your eyes.D. Stay in good shape by taking more vitamins.E. Parents usually dont care about their own eyesight.F. Always follow the doctors advice for appropriate wear.G. This frequent eye activity increases the risk for eye tiredness.第二部分 第一节 完形填空（每空1.5 分，共30分）I fell in l

38、ove with Yosemite National Park the first time I saw it, when I was 13. My parents took us there for camping. On the way out, I asked them to wait while I ran up to El Capitan, a 16 rock of 3,300 feet straight up. I touched that giant rock and knew 17 I wanted to climb it. That has been my lifes pas

39、sion(钟爱) ever since 18 the rocks and mountains of Yosemite. Ive long made Yosemite my 19 . About 15 years ago I started seeing a lot of 20 , like toilet paper, beer cans, and empty boxes, around the area. Its 21 me why visitors started respecting the place 22 and treated such a beautiful home-like p

40、lace this way. I tried 23 trash(垃圾) myself, but the job was too big. I would 24 an hour or two on the job, only to find the area trashed all over again weeks later. Finally, I got so 25 it that I decided something had to change. As a rock-climbing guide, I knew 26 about organizing any big event. But

41、 in 2004, together with some climbers, I set a date for a 27 . On that day, more than 300 people 28 . Over three days we collected about 6,000 pounds of trash. It was amazing how much we were able to 29 . I couldnt believe the 30 we madethe park looked clean!Each year volunteers come for the cleanup

42、 from everywhere. In 2007 alone, 2,945 people picked up 42,330 pounds of trash and 31 132 miles of roadway. I often hear people 32 about their surroundings. If you are one of them, I would say the only way to change things is by 33 rather than complaining. We need to teach by 34 . You cant blame oth

43、ers 35 you start with yourself. 16. A. huge B. distant C. narrow D. loose17. A. recently B. finally C. gradually D. immediately 18. A. imagining B. painting C. climbing D. describing19. A. garden B. home C. lab D. palace20. A. waste B. resources C. material D. goods21. A. within B. against C. over D

44、. beyond22. A. more B. most C. less D. least23. A. throwing away B. digging out C. breaking down D. picking up24. A. kill B. spend C. wait D. save 25. A. tired of B. delighted in C. satisfied with D. used to26. A. nothing B. anything C. everything D. something 27. A. picnic B. party C. cleanup D. co

45、ncert28. A. dropped out B. called back C. looked around D. showed up 29. A. demand B. accomplish C. receive D. overcome30. A. plan B. visit C. difference D. contact31. A. crossed B. measured C. designed D. covered 32. A. talk B. argue C. complain D. quarrel33. A. doing B. thinking C. questioning D.

46、watching34. A. method B. example C. explanation D. research35. A. although B.unless C. when D. if第II卷第二节 语法填空（每空1.5 分，共15分）One morning, I was waiting at the bus stop, worried about1(be)late for school. There were many people waiting at the bus stop, 2some of them looked very anxious and3(disappoint). When the bus finally came, we all hurried on board. I got a place next4the window, so I had a good view of the sidewalk. A boy on a bike5(catch)my attention. He was riding be