1、2018-2019 学年度上学期省六校协作体高二期初考试英语试题第卷第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）略第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 40 分）第一节（共 15 小题：每小题 2 分，满分 30 分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和 D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AWhat makes a building ugly? Everyones got their own opinion, so its hard to say. Now, lets take a look at some of the worlds worst buildings.The
2、Torre VelascaThe Tone Velasca in Milan is in the centre of Milan (Italy). The tower, which went up in the 1950s, is about 100 metres tall. Its design is actually a modern representation of a traditional Lombard castle, where the lower parts were narrower(狭窄的) than the upper parts.The Mirador Buildin
3、gThe Mirador Building in Madrid (Spain) was created by Dutch studio MVRDV and the Spanish architect Blanca Lleo. The building, which is a block of flats, opened in 2005. There is a large rectangular(矩形的) hole in the upper part of it, which is used by the neighbourhood as a meeting area and playgroun
4、d.The Prague TV TowerThe Prague TV Tower is in Prague (the capital of the Czech Republic). It stands 216 metres high and looks a bit like a tall, thin space ship. Prague is famous for its architectural beauty, so when the tower was put up in 1985 by architect Vaclav Aulicky and engineer Jiri Kozak,
5、many felt it didnt fit in.The Longaberger Basket CompanyThe Longaberger Basket Company building is in Newark, Ohio (USA). The office block was opened in 1997 and looks like a very large basket. Its got seven floors and two handles at the top. The handles weigh about 150 tons. It may not be the uglie
6、st building in the world but its certainly one of the most unusual.1. According to the text, the Torre Velasca _.A. is similar to a Lombard castleB. was created by Blanca LleoC. has a history of over 100 yearsD. is taller than the Prague TV Tower2. Which of the following buildings might be the Mirad
7、or Building?A. B. C. D. 3. When the Prague TV tower was put up, many people _.A. liked it very muchB. thought little of itC. felt that it might fall down easilyD. thought that it was totally useless【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B【解析】本文是一篇说明文。是什么让一栋建筑变得丑陋？每个人都有自己的观点，所以很难说。本文介绍了一些世界上最糟糕的建筑。【1 题详解】细节理解题。根据 The Torr
8、e Velasca 中 The Tone Velasca in Milan is in the centre of Milan (Italy). The tower, which went up in the 1950s, is about 100 metres tall. Its design is actually a modern representation of a traditional Lombard castle, where the lower parts were narrower (狭窄的）than the upper parts.可知，the Torre Velasca
9、 类似于一个 Lombard castle。故选 A。【2 题详解】推理判断题。根据 The Mirador Building 中 There is a large rectangular(矩形的）hole in the upper part of it, which is used by the neighbourhood as a meeting area and playground.可知，这栋建筑在其上部有一个巨大的矩形空洞，符合特征的是 C 项建筑物。故选 C。【3 题详解】推理判断题。根据 The Prague TV Tower 中 Prague is famous for its
10、 architectural beauty, so when the tower was put up in 1985 by architect Vaclav Aulicky and engineer Jiri Kozak, many felt it didnt fit in.可知，布拉格以美丽的建筑出名，当布拉格电视塔建成之后，很多人觉得它与周围环境不配，也就是对这座建筑评价很低。故选 B。BEmma and Ryan, a married couple, were driving to a friends house when Emma turned to Ryan and asked,
11、“Would you like to stop for lunch?”Ryan replied, “No, Im not hungry yet,” and continued driving. Meanwhile, Emma sat quietly fuming (十分恼火) in the passenger seat. Ryan could not understand why Emma was unhappy. He had thought she was asking if he was hungry, but in reality, Emma was telling him that
12、she was hungry and wanted to stop for lunch.Misunderstandings like this often occur between men and women, even among people from the same culture. Deborah Tannen, professor of linguistics at Georgetown University in the United States, has studied conversational rules.In Emma and Ryans situation, Em
13、ma was making a request in the form of a question. Her style of talking is common for women. She needed Ryan to agree they were both hungry. So, Emma asked Ryan what he wanted. She was really telling Ryan what she wanted; however, Ryan did not understand this. If he had been hungry, he would have sa
14、id something more direct, such as, “Im hungry. Lets have lunch.”Tannen believes that most women grow up in a world where talk is used to express feelings. However, most men are raised differently and they tend to keep their feelings to themselves.Tannen says, for men, talk is often used as a situati
15、on used outside the home to gain respect, to entertain and get attention, or to exchange information. This is why men communicate by making each other laugh, or talking about sport and work. These men do not always feel it is necessary to talk to feel close or to express their feelings. Women, on th
16、e other hand, are encouraged to speak about their feelings since this is a way to build relationships.4. What can be inferred from Emma and Ryans story?A. Emma didnt like Ryan.B. Ryan didnt want to talk to Emma.C. Ryan didnt want to eat with Emma.D. Emma wasnt pleased with Ryans answer.5. According
17、to Deborah Tannen, what causes the misunderstanding?A. Different cultures.B. Different characteristics.C. Different ways of communicating.D. Different educational background.6. Compared with women, men _.A. talk less about feelingsB. communicate more with othersC. are more likely to become angryD. a
18、re better at building relationships7. What might be the best title for the text?A. Why women like to express feelingsB. How men and women communicateC. Different ways of supporting a childD. Misunderstandings in social communication【答案】4. D 5. C 6. A 7. B【解析】本文是说明文。文章通过故事讲述了男人和女人怎样交流，男女交流方式有很大的不同。【4
19、 题详解】推理判断题。根据第二段中 Ryan replied. “No, Im not hungry yet,” and continued driving. Meanwhile, Emma sat quietly fuming (十分恼火 ) in the passenger seat.可知，Emma 对 Ryan 的回答感到不满意。故选 D。【5 题详解】推理判断题。根据第五段 Tannen believes that most women grow up in a world where talk is used to express feelings. However, most me
20、n are raised differently and they tend to keep their feelings to themselves.可知，根据 Deborah Tannen 所说，是男女之间不同的交流方式引起误解。故选 C。【6 题详解】细节理解题。根据最后一段中 These men do not always feel it is necessary to talk to feel close or to express their feelings.可知，与女人相比，男人很少谈论感情。故选 A。【7 题详解】主旨大意题。根据最后一段中 These men do not
21、always feel it is necessary to talk to feel close or to express their feelings. Women, on the other hand, are encouraged to speak about their feelings since this is a way to build relationships.可知，本文讲述的是男人和女人怎样交流。故选 B。CRed meat, usually considered to be beef, pork, mutton and lamb products, have nut
22、ritional value, but eating red meat also raises some health concerns.Red meat is an excellent source of protein(蛋白质). It is also a key source of vitamin B12, which is only available in animal products and is key for both red blood cell and nerve health. Red meat is also a rich source of zine, seleni
23、um(硒) and iron. Zinc and selenium are good for our immune system (免疫系统). Iron helps transport oxygen in the blood, and low levels of iron can lead to feeling tired. Eating red meat, especially lean cuts(廋肉), with meals and snacks, may help people curb hunger between meals and help people with weight
24、 management.Health risks of red meat may include the risk of heart disease and cancer. It is usually best to avoid processed meats. These tend to contain lots of salt and nitrites(亚硝酸盐), which may damage our health. Choosing lean cuts and cooking meat correctly may reduce health risks. It is general
25、ly advised not to undercook or overcook red meat and to avoid grilling(烧烤).When it comes to red meat and health, another thing is whether the animals are grain or grass-fed. Grass-fed animals frequently have a better quality of life. Grass feeding can be more environmentally friendly as well.Many go
26、vernments suggest the amount of red meat should be safely included in a healthy diet. The amount varies between nations, but several portions a week are usually acceptable. Those who choose to include eating red meat may wish to choose grass-fed animals and to cut off any fat before eating.8. Accord
27、ing to Paragraph 2, red meat _.A. is quite expensiveB. a major source of various vitaminsC. can provide important nutrition for usD. contains protein that cant be found in plants9. What does the underlined word “curb” in paragraph 2 probably mean?A. experience B. developC. control D. realize10. What
28、 suggestion does the author give us on eating red meat?A. We should eat it anyway we like.B. We should cut it out from our diet.C. We should cook it as long as possible.D. We should pay attention to its quality and amount.11. What may be the best title for the text?A. Red meat and healthB. Diseases
29、related to red meatC. Unhealthy diet of meat loversD. Methods of cooking red meat【答案】8. C 9. C 10. D 11. A【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述的是红肉和健康的关系。【8 题详解】细节理解题。根据第二段中 Red meat is an excellent source of protein(蛋白质). It is also a key source of vitamin B12, which is only available in animal products and is key for
30、 both red blood cell and nerve health. Red meat is also a rich source of zine, selenium(硒) and iron. Zinc and selenium are good for our immune system (免疫系统).可知，红肉可以为我们提供重要的营养，它富含蛋白质、锌、硒和铁元素。故选 C。【9 题详解】词义猜测题。根据第二段中 Eating red meat, especially lean cuts(廋肉), with meals and snacks, may help people cur
31、b hunger between meals and help people with weight management.（在正餐和零食中吃红肉，尤其是瘦肉，可以帮助人们在两餐之间_饥饿，帮助人们进行体重管理。 ）可推知，帮助体重管理，说明是“抑制或控制”饥饿。故选 C。【10 题详解】推理判断题。根据倒数第二段 Grass-fed animals frequently have a better quality of life. Grass feeding can be more environmentally friendly as well.和倒数第一段中Many government
32、s suggest the amount of red meat should be safely included in a healthy diet.可知，作者给我们吃红肉的建议是我们应该注意它的质量和数量。故选 D。【11 题详解】主旨大意题。根据第一段 Red meat, usually considered to be beef, pork, mutton and lamb products, have nutritional value, but eating red meat also raises some health concerns.可知，本文讲述的是红肉和健康的关系。故
33、选 A。DScientists in Argentina have created the worlds first cow with two human genes that will enable it to produce human-like milk.Genetic engineering was used to introduce the “mothers milk“ genes into the animal before birth, according to the National Institute of Agribusiness Technology in Buenos
34、 Aires.As an adult, the cloned cow “will produce milk that is similar to that of humans“, which will prove “a development of great importance for the nutrition of infants(婴儿)“, said the institute. “The cloned cow, named Rosita ISA, is the first in the world with two human genes that contain the prot
35、eins present in human milk,“ said the statement.In April, scientists in China published details of research showing that they had created dairy cows which produced milk containing proteins found in human breast milk. But the Argentine team said the Chinese only introduced one human gene, while their
36、 research involved two, meaning the milk will more closely resemble that of humans.“Our goal was to raise the nutrition value of cows milk by adding two human genes, which do good to the immune system of infants,” said Adrian Mutto, from the National University of San Martin which worked with the in
37、stitute.Cristina Kirchner, President of Argentina, said that the scientific institute made all Argentines proud. She also said that she had refused the “honor“ of having the cow named after her. “They came to tell me that the name is Cristina, but what woman would like to have a cow named after her?
38、 It appeared to me to be more proper to call it Rosita.”12. What is the passage mainly about?A. The importance of genetic engineering.B. Ways to improve mothers milk.C. Advanced agricultural technology in Argentina.D. A cloned cow to produce human-like milk.13. Which of the following can best replac
39、e “more closely resemble” in Para 4?A. have more varieties thanB. have more nutrition thanC. be more similar toD. be more different from14. What can be inferred from Cristina Kirchners statements?A. She was quite satisfied with the research done by the institute.B. She considered it an honor to name
40、 the special cow.C. She felt it improper to be named after the cow.D. She refused to give a name to the cow out of self-respect.15. Whats Adrian Muttos attitude to the genetic engineering?A. negative B. supportiveC. indifferent D. mixed【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. B【解析】本文是一篇说明文。阿根廷国家农业综合科技研究所的科学家们日前宣布，
41、他们已成功培育出一头能够产类似人奶的奶牛。【12 题详解】主旨大意题。根据文章第一段 Scientists in Argentina have created the worlds first cow with two human genes that will enable it to produce human-like milk 以及下文内容可知，阿根廷的科学家们已成功培育出一头能够产类似人奶的克隆牛，故选 D 项。【13 题详解】词义猜测题。根据第四段的第二句 But the Argentine team said the Chinese only introduced one hum
42、an gene, while their research involved two，meaning the milk will more closely resemble that of humans.可知，阿根廷的研究团队称中国仅放入了一个人类基因，而他们的研究包含了两个，这意味着产出的牛奶将和人奶更相似。故划线词可以用 C 项代替。【14 题详解】推理判断题。根据最后一段的 Cristina Kirchner, President of Argentina, said that the scientific institute made all Argentines proud.可知，这
43、项研究成果使所有的阿根廷人自豪，所以她对这个研究感到非常满意。故选 A 项。【15 题详解】推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“Our goal was to raise the nutrition value of cows milk by adding two human genes, which do good to the immune system of infants,” said Adrian Mutto 可知，Adrian Mutto 对基因工程的态度是支持的。故选 B。第二节（共 5 小题：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
44、项中有两项为多余选项。New Reasons to ExerciseIts a cruel reality that exercising is not a reliable way to lose weight and keep it off. _16_ Here are the benefits of regular exercise._17_A new study had found that just a short period of exercise can help improve the ability to remember things in the hours that
45、follow. The report says, “Exercising four hours after learning a task can help people remember that task in the long term”It may keep off depression._18_ Researchers found that women who exercised regularly reported about 50% fewer depressive signs than women who didnt exercise as much. And the more
46、 the women reported exercising, the less likely they were to have signs of depression.It can control appetite.(食欲)Exercise may be the key to controlling your appetite. A study found that people who exercised for 15 minutes after doing mental work ate 100 fewer calories than people who did mental wor
47、k and then remained seated. Exercise has the ability to increase available fuel sources in the body that may signal to the brain. “_19_I dont need to fill myself with food,” says study author William H. Neumeirer.It increases energy.In a recent report, men who cycled for 20 minutes experienced a 166
48、% increase in self-reported energy levels, compared with a 15% increase when they sat and did nothing for the same amount of time._20_A.It improves memory.B.It has mind-body benefits.C.Here is the energy source I need.D.We do the work at the office each day.E.Working out regularly might prevent depr
49、ession.F.But that doesnt mean you should give up the effort.G.If you need a reason to work out, energy increase is a worthwhile one.【答案】16. F 17. A 18. E 19. C 20. G【解析】【分析】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了几项定期锻炼的好处，这是坚持锻炼的新理由。【16 题详解】上文提示“这是一个残酷的现实，锻炼并不是减肥和保持体重的可靠方法。 ”下文提示“下面是定期锻炼的好处。 ”承接上下文，F 项 But that doesnt mean you should give up the effort.（但这并不意味着你应该放弃努力。 ）切题。该项和上句是一种转折关系，由but 连接；下文解释“为什么不应该放弃努力” ，与该项衔接紧密。故选 F。【17 题详解】此空是小标题。根据下面的小标题，可知应该在 A/B 中选。再根据本段第一句 A new study had found that just a s
