1、120162017 学年上学期期末考试 模拟卷(1)高二英语(考试时间：90 分钟 试卷满分：120 分)注意事项：1. 本试卷分第 I 卷(选择题)和第 II 卷(非选择题)两部分。2. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡的相应位置。3. 全部答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。4. 考试范围：必修 5，选修 6第 I 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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AWhile beach vacations may be
2、 a great way to take your mind off work, lakes surrounded by mountains make for an even grander experience. If you are looking for some peace on your vacation, we have some recommendations for you in the Caucasus(高加索). Lake SevanLake Sevan is situated in the central part of Armenia, in the Gegharkun
3、ik province. It is the largest lake in Armenia, located 6,200ft above sea level. Along the lake shore, there are various accommodations such as resorts and hotels with plenty of activities to partake in such as windsurfing, swimming and sunbathing. While there, do not forget to visit one of the famo
4、us cultural monuments, the Sevanavank Monastery, and it offers a great view of the lake as well. 2Lake ParavaniLake Paravani, located at 6,801ft above sea level, is in the south of Georgia, near the Javakheti plateau. At this level, altitude sickness can occur and it is a good idea to be prepared to
5、 adapt to it properly, or bring medication for altitude sickness. Being a volcanic lake makes for a more interesting experience. The lake is best known for fishing. Do not come home during the winter months when the lake freezes. Lake CildirLake Cildir is located in the Ardahan province, East Turkey
6、, near the borders of Georgia and Armenia. It is the second largest freshwater lake of Eastern Turkey, and many tourists are not aware of this beautiful attraction. Lake Cildir is surrounded by mountains of the Caucasus. The lake freezes during late November. If the winter is not extremely cold, you
7、 can try some lake activities like ice skating and ice fishing. Lake VanLake Van is the must visit of all lakes in this list. The largest lake in Turkey, Lake Van is located on the eastern shore of Turkey and is also the most accessible lake here. Its situated at 5, 380ft above sea level, and unique
8、 to lakes around the world, the water is high in salt content. 1If you want to visit some historic sites during your travel by a lake, you can go to_ . A. Lake Cildir B. Lake Parvani C. Lake Sevan D. Lake Van2What is special about Lake Van?A. Its water is high in salt. B. It is a volcanic lake. C. I
9、t is globally the largest lake. D. It is surrounded by mountains. 3What challenge are travelers most likely to face while visiting Lake Paravani?3A. Lack of medicine. B. Volcano eruptions. C. Altitude sickness. D. Low temperature all the year. 4Which destinations would be attractive to a fishing lov
10、er?A. Lake Sevan and Lake Paravani. B. Lake Pravani and Lake Cildir. C. Lake Cildir and Lake Van. D. Lake Sevan and Lake Van. BIt is commonly believed that all over the world, boys and girls attend a mixed school, where they study together. But boys schools are the perfect place to teach young men t
11、o express their emotions and involve them in activities such as art, dance and music.Always boys at single-sex schools were said to be more likely to get involved in cultural and artistic activities that helped develop their emotional expressiveness, rather than feeling they had to correspond to(和相符
12、) the boy code of hiding their emotions to be a real man.Surprisingly, the findings of the study go against received wisdom that boys do better when taught alongside girls. George Carl, headmaster of Eton, warned that boys were being failed by the British education system because it had become too f
13、ocused on girls. He criticized teachers for failing to recognize that boys are actually more emotional than girls.The research argued that boys often perform badly in mixed schools because they become discouraged when girls do better earlier in speaking and reading skills.But in single-sex schools t
14、eachers can adjust lessons to boys learning style, letting them move around the classroom and getting them to compete in teams to prevent boredom, wrote the studys author, Abigail James, of the University of Virginia.4Teachers could encourage boys to enjoy reading and writing with boy-focused approa
15、ches such as themes and characters that appeal to them. Because boys generally have more acute vision, learn best through touch, and are physically more active, they need to be given hands-on lessons where they are allowed to walk around. Boys in mixed schools view classical music as feminine(女性的) a
16、nd prefer the modern genre (类型) in which violence and sexism are major themes, James wrote. Single-sex education also made it less likely that boys would feel that they had to be masterful and in charge in relationships. In mixed schools, boys feel forced to act like men before they understand thems
17、elves well enough to know what that means, the study reported.5The writer argues that a single-sex school would _.A. encourage boys to express their emotions more freelyB. help boys to be more competitive in schoolsC. force boys to be their emotions to be real menD. naturally strengthen boys traditi
18、onal image of a man6Traditionally, in a mixed school boys _.A. behave more responsibly B. perform relatively betterC. grow up more healthily D. receive a better education7In Abigail James opinion, one of the advantages of single-sex schools is _.A. boys can choose to learn whatever they are interest
19、ed inB. boys can focus on their lessons without being distractedC. teaching can be adjusted to suiting the characteristics of boysD. teaching can be designed to promote boys team spirit8The underlined word acute in Paragraph 7 is closest in meaning to _ .5A. lovely B. serious C. sharp D. dullCBANG!
20、the door caused a reverberation (回声 ). It was just standing there, with father standing on one side, and me on the other side.We were both in great anger. Never set foot in this house again! stormed father. With tears welling up in my eyes, I rushed out of the flat and ran along the street.The stree
21、t lights were shining, causing rather sad feelings. I wandered aimlessly.A young father who held a child in his arms walked past me. I felt as if I saw my childhood from another space: happy and carefree.But now I dont know whether it is because I have grown up or because dad is getting old. We diff
22、er in our ways of thinking. We are just like two people coming from two different worlds. It feels like there is an iron door between us that can never be opened.I wandered the streets, without a destination in mind. My heart was frozen on this hot summer night. As I walked on, there were fewer and
23、fewer people on the streets, until I had only the street lights to keep me company. When I finally reached the high-rise apartment block in which I lived, I saw that the light was still on. I thought to myself: Is father waiting for me, or is he still angry with me？In fact, it was nothing. Perhaps,
24、dad was throwing away some of his old stamps. Perhaps he thought they were useless. I never had the courage to tell him that I liked collecting stamps.All the lights were off except fathers.Dad was always like this. Maybe he didnt know how to express himself. 6After shouting at me, he never showed a
25、ny mercy or any moments of regret.This was how he always was. He has been a leader for so long that telling everyone else what to do has become his second nature.The light was still on. Am I wrong I whispered, maybe With the key in my hand, I was as nervous as I had ever been. At last, I decided to
26、open the door. As soon as I opened the door, tears ran down my cheeks. I suddenly realized that the iron door that I had imagined between us did not exist at all. Loveits second to none.9Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage ?A. The author fully understood why he and his
27、 father had different thinking.B. The author and his father lacked communication.C. The authors father didnt approve of his stamp collecting.D. The authors father opened the door for him when he came back.10According to the author, why did his father often shout at him ?A. Perhaps the father was get
28、ting older and older.B. Perhaps the father had been used to doing that.C. Perhaps the son had already grown up.D. Perhaps they never agreed with each other.11What wa s the authors attitude towards his father at the end of the story?A. He was frustrated with his father. B. He loved his father.C. He w
29、as afraid of his father. D. He was dissatisfied with his father.D Scientists are debating how to limit their newly-discovered power to change genetic structure. Scientists already modify the genes of farm animals and agricultural plants to make them more productive or stronger. But now they can 7als
30、o change genes in wild animals and plants. These genes would continue into later generations. For example, it may be possible for scientists to remove from existence the kind of mosquitoes that carry the Zika virus. They might also be able to permanently remove species of plants and animals that are
31、 destructive to other species.In a report published last week, the U. S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NAS) said it supports continued research on this kind of gene control. But it warned that it is not possible to know what will happen when these changed plants and anima
32、ls are released into the wild.Sixteen biologists, ethicists(伦理学家) and policymakers are on an NAS committee that is examining the issue. They say that there is value to the new technology. But, they say, there is not enough evidence to support the release of modified organisms (生物体) from the laborato
33、ry into nature.Many people would support stopping mosquitoes and rats from carrying diseases. But scientists say we must understand the possible scientific, ethical, legal and social results of such action before we decide whether to take it. Gene modification is spread through reproduction(繁殖).Chan
34、ged genes will continue to spread as long as an animal or plant continues to reproduce. They cannot be limited to a farm or kept within a countrys borders. Scientists are wondering what may happen if a modified organism mates with another species. They are not yet sure how the modified genes would a
35、ffect the other species. It is possible that those genes could harm those creatures or even lead to their disappearance from our planet.12What possible advantage does gene control in wild animals and plants have?A. Changing the Zika virus permanently.B. Removing the destructive species for ever.C. H
36、aving changed genes in their next generations.D. Making all the species more productive and stronger.13As for genetically changed wild animals and plants ,what are scientists 8worried about?A. They may become weaker or die out.B. They may be more productive.C. They may cause damage to their living h
37、abitat.D. Their genes may spread to later generations.14Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?A. Scientists are not sure what exact results gene modification leads to.B. Scientists wont modify any genes before they make the final decision.C. Gene modification has benefited some
38、 farm animals and agricultural plants.D. Scientists have not applied gene modification to wild animals and plants in case of possible danger.15What can be the best title for the passage?A. Stop research on gene controlB. How to change genetic structureC. Power and danger of gene controlD. Advantages
39、 of gene control in wild animals and plants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。选项中有两项为多余选项。The Internet has opened up a whole new online world for us to meet, chat and go where weve never been before. But just as in face to face communication, there are some rules of behavior t
40、hat should be followed when on line.16 Imagine how youd feel if you were in the other persons shoes. 9For anything youre about to send: ask yourself, Would I say this to the persons face? If the answer is no, rewrite and reread. 17 If someone in the chat room is rude to you, your instinct (本能) is to
41、 fire back in the same manner. But try not to do so. 18 If it was caused by a disagreement with another member, try to fix the situation by politely discussing it. Remember to respect the beliefs and opinions of others in the chat room.19 Offer advice when asked by newcomers, as they may not be sure
42、 what to do or how to communicate. When someone makes a mistake, whether its a stupid question or an unnecessarily long answer, be kind about it. If its a small mistake, you may not need to say anything. Even if you feel strongly about it, think twice before saying anything. Having good manners your
43、self doesnt give you license to correct everyone else. 20 At the same time, if you find you are wrong, be sure to correct yourself and apologize to those that you have offended. It is not polite to ask others personal questions such as their age, sex and marital status. Unless you know the person ve
44、ry well, and you are both comfortable with sharing personal information, dont ask such questions.A. Its natural that therere some people who speak rudely or make mistakes online.B. Repeat the process till you feel sure that youd feel comfortable saying the words to the persons face.C. Everyone was n
45、ew to the network once.D. The basic rule is simple: treat others in the same way you would want to be treated.E. When you send short messages to a person online, you must say something beautiful to hear.F. You should either ignore the person, or use your chat software to block their messages.G. If y
46、ou do decide to tell someone about a mistake, point it out politely.10第二部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分 45 分)第一节 完形填空(共 20 小题；每小题 1. 5 分，满分 30 分)阅读下面的短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C 和 D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。I Am Truly Grateful That I Had CancerAt the age of 10, I was diagnosed with cancer. During treatment, I under
47、stood everything but the 21 of my case. It was not until recently that I realized how sick I was then. This November of 2015 will 22 my five years off chemotherapy(化 疗 ) and I will be finally 23 of cancer. I know sick children often felt blue. In order to help brighten their 24 , I created a program
48、 through which I brought celebrities(名人) children 25 and respected to visit them in hospitals. The 26 I received from being able to 27 up the childrens day was indescribable. This fall, I will 28 my junior year of high school. I love learning and I truly 29 the time spent in school because during ch
49、emotherapy treatments I was often too 30 to attend. Another big part of my life is 31 activity. During my treatment it was very hard for me to walk let alone 32 . After finishing chemotherapy my main 33 was being able to run and play 34 again. Im overjoyed to say Ive been able to 35 that aim. Being able to stand on the court and play sports again is a(n) 36 feeling. To me its important to convey a 37 of positivity and hope that anyone can m
