1、唐山一中高三年级强化提升考试（二）英语试卷注意事项：1.答题前考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。2.选出每小题答案后，用 2B 铅笔把答题卡上对应题目答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后再选涂其他答案标号框，不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间
2、来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。例：How much is the shirt?A.19.15. B.9.15. C. 9.18.答案是 B。1. What are the speakers doing now?A. Listening to the radio. B. Having a class. C. Attending a concert.2. What is the woman planning to do?A. Buy some clothes. B. Get a haircut. C. Go to the mans home.3. Whats the man do
3、ing?A. Apologizing to the woman. B. Criticizing the woman. C. Arguing with the woman.4. How late is the woman?A. More than an hour. B. An hour. C. 45 minutes.5. Why doesnt the man go out with his friends?A. He doesnt like going out. B. Things are expensive. C. He has no time.第二节 （共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满
4、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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。6. Whats Jennys problem?A. She dislikes history class.B. She does poorly in her tests.C. She does badly in assignments.7. Whats the probable relat
5、ionship between the speakers?A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Husband and wife.听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。8. How did the man first hear about the football match?A. On the radio. B. On TV. C. From the woman.9. When will the football match be held?A. On the 4th. B. On the 21st. C. On the 28th.10.
6、What does the woman offer to do for the man?A. Buy him dinner. B. Buy him a ticket. C. Help him study.听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。11. What is Amazon Tree Houses?A. It is a hotel. B. It is a program. C. It is a company.12. Why is the woman interested in the article?A. She wants to travel in Amazon.B. She
7、wants to run a tree house hotel.C. She wants to live in a tree house.13. What does the man think of the womans plan?A. Not practical. B. Quite good. C. Just so-so.听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 16 题。14. Where does this conversation probably take place? A. In a cinema. B. In a grocery. C. In a bookstore.15. When
8、did popcorn grow more popular?A. In 1621. B. In the 1930s. C. In 1947.16. What are the speakers talking about?A. The function of popcorn on films.B. The various uses of popcorn.C. The brief history of popcorn.听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。17. What material was the valuable penny from the talk made of?A. C
9、opper. B. Silver. C. Steel.18. What caused pennies to be made differently in 1943?A. The cost of metal. B. World War II. C. Collectors taste.19. Why was the coin so interesting and valuable to the collector?A. It was unique.B. It was from Philadelphia.C. It once belonged to Lincoln.20. What kinds of
10、 collectible items are worth the most?A. Old ones. B. Rare ones. C. Ones from the war. 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。ABelow are some best special interesting holidaysall are new for 2017 and have high quality guides or tutors and s
11、trong programmes.1. Holland in bloom river cruise (巡游) with Alan Titchmarshwww.21-cn-Alan Titchmarsh is the star attraction on this river cruise. Alan joins you for a visit to the magnificent Keukenhof Gardenshome to 800 varieties of tulips (郁金香 ).The Telegraphs gardening expert will talk about the
12、best new varieties and the gardens history. April 19, 1,495 including flights from the UK and some meals. Telegraph Tours (0161 236 2444; telegraph.co.uk/titchmarshtour).2-1-c-n-j-y2. Morocco SketchbookLed by artist Maxine Relton, this tour takes in Marrakesh helping you develop your drawing skills.
13、 Rapid line and figure drawing and colour mixing are all covered and the eight-day holiday is based in Kasbah du Toubkal.May 8, 2,495 including some meals. Steppes Travel (01285 601 495; steppestravel.co.uk).3. Ballroom and Latin American dancing in TenerifeThis travel provides daily dance tuition w
14、ith David Bowie wholl be on hand to teach dancing techniques. It is aimed both at the beginners and more experienced dancers looking to improve their skills. Therell also be time to explore the island on foot or play a round of golf.April 26, 769 full-board. Saga (0800 096 0084; travel.saga.co.uk).【
15、出处：21 教育名师】4. Fishing in Northern ArgentinaThis nine-day fly fishing and conservation tour takes in the Iber Marshlands, the worlds second largest wetlands. Here expert fisherman, Charles Jardine, is the guide as you fish. Based in Estancia Rincon del Socorro, the holiday also includes opportunities
16、 for horse riding and bird-watching.October 15, 5,095 full-board. Cazenove + Loyd (02038135082; ).21. Who might be interested in the Morocco Sketchbook holiday trip?A. Amateur painters. B. Bird watchers. C. Sports lovers. D. Photographic amateurs.22. Which number should you call if you want to impro
17、ve your dancing skills on the trip?A. 0161 236 2444 B. 01285 601 495 C. 0800 096 0084 D. 0203813508223. On which trip can people ride horses?A. Morocco Sketchbook. B. Fishing in Northern Argentina.C. Ballroom and Latin American dancing in Tenerife. D. Holland in bloom river cruise with Alan Titchmar
18、sh. 24. What can we know from the passage?A. Fishing in Northern Argentina costs least.B. Maxine Relton is an expert fisherman.C. Morocco Sketchbook lasts the longest.D. Two holidays take place in April.BI was lucky enough to have a chance to study in the United States as an international student fr
19、om Ukraine when I was fourteen years old. I went to a wonderful school, West Catholic High School, for my freshman year.I remember my first day at that school as if it were yesterday. I was very nervous, and I could feel my heartbeat on the tips of my toes. My main fear was that I would not be able
20、to express myself due to the language barrier. I was trying to have as little communication as I possibly could. And I almost succeeded, until we had to introduce ourselves in front of the class.And the moment the word “international” flew out of my mouth, I was surrounded by thirty people who were
21、asking questions one after another. I remember some of the questions were “Where is Ukraine? Is it a kingdom?” “Do you have McDonalds? Does it taste the same?” and “Say something in your language”. It turned out to be the opposite of less communication, but it was so much fun.During the first three
22、months, I certainly experienced a bit of cultural shock. I think Americans are the nicest people I have ever met in my entire life. They always smile and say, “Hi, how are you?”One day, I noticed the students looking at me suspiciously. Finally, my classmate came up to my locker and whispered, “Is t
23、hat true that you are a princess and that you came to study here so that nobody would recognize you?” At one point, I even had an image of myself wearing a gown (长袍) and waving at the crowd. What? People do have a wild imagination!During my study abroad experience, I saw a totally new world, experie
24、nced great culture, met a lot of incredible people and improved my language. This trip inspired me to learn foreign languages. That is one of the reasons why I speak five different languages today.25. Why was the author afraid on the first day of school?A. Because she was eager to talk with others.B
25、. Because she could not communicate with others well.C. Because she was not good at the subjects in this school.D. Because she couldnt learn a new language without a teachers help.26. What happened when the word “international” flew out of the authors mouth?A. Her classmates played a joke on her.B.
26、Her classmates showed interest in her country.C. Her classmates were eager to make friends with her.D. Her classmates tried to know less about the authors hometown.27. What can we learn from the text?A. The author was a princess from Ukraine.B. The author couldnt adapt to the school environment late
27、r. C. The author got lots of benefits through studying abroad.D. The author always told her classmates about her cultural background.CAt any discussion of a job offer, money can be a deal breaker. Negotiating an attractive deal, however, can be hard for many job candidates because they lack the nece
28、ssary skills or simply because theyre so concerned that pushing for a high salary can cost them the job.These factors certainly can be hurdles (障碍), but it doesnt mean that you give up trying to get the best deal you can get. Needless to say, if money isnt a big factor in your decision, you still ne
29、ed to make sure that the deal youre accepting is fair compared to whats offered in the market. Selling yourself short once can impact your future salaries and set you back financially.Here are common mistakes that many jobseekers commit in negotiating money.Negotiate too early. Timing is of importan
30、ce in any negotiation, and negotiating a salary too early in the process can cost you dearly. Many employers, in fact, rank this as one of the biggest mistakes job candidates make. The best timing to begin a salary discussion is after you and your future employer are nearly sure that youve been sele
31、cted for the position.www-2-1-cnjy-comAbandon professionalism. Its common that people, after going through a long recruitment process, can be shocked that the salary offered is significantly below their expectations. If you find yourself in this situation, dont abandon your professional attitude or
32、throw a fit. This likely will get you nowhere except the door.Therere two options to this situation: the first is that the employer is inflexible (不灵活的) about the budget, and in this case, you may just leave and make a graceful exit from the hiring process.The second option is that theres some negot
33、iation room for the hiring manager with other decision makers in the organization. If this is the case, you may be surprised that a final push with a positive attitude and a well-delivered presentation about your skills and market price can get you closer to your expected salary. Still, if this is n
34、ot acceptable, you dont have to take it.28. What is the most difficult for most jobseekers according to Para.1?A. Being too difficult to handle the money. B. Not having got certain skills.C. The first necessary step. D. Lacking a good chance to get a job.29. What does the underlined part “throw a fi
35、t” in Para.5 mean?A. Get angry. B. Get excited. C. Become sorrowful. D. Be inspired.30. What should you do if you are offered an unsatisfactory salary?A. Ask for a higher salary.B. Immediately give up the job.C. Just calm down and figure out the situation.D. Try to prove you are the best candidate f
36、or the job.231. What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To offer tips on salary negotiation.B. To tell common mistakes in our daily work.C. To help people perform well in job interviews.D. To help employees get along well with their employers.DIn summer the extreme heat often makes people sweaty
37、and restless. While people are annoyed by it, experts suggest summer is the best season to discharge (排放) your bodys toxins (毒素) and recover your energy.One popular option is hot-stone massage (按摩). Therapists use smooth and heated stones, usually river rocks, to massage certain parts of the body, o
38、r place them on key points of the body. The warmth of the hot stones will improve blood circulation and also help relax muscles, while sweating is also believed to be good for discharging the bodys toxins.Another popular option is hot-stone baths. The hot-stone bath will help the body discharge toxi
39、ns and humidity (湿气) that accumulated during the last winter. Summer is the best season to build a good body. Rather than use water or steam to heat and wash the body, people simply wear a coat or something comfortable, and then lie on heated stone tablets made of hot stones, which are warmed to aro
40、und 45oC. The body will gradually warm up and blood circulation will also be improved. More sweat will come out quickly. The sweat is smooth and fresh, not smelly like that released after sports activities. Such baths bring a number of health benefits, such as anti-aging, improved blood circulation
41、and stress relief. The slimming effect of dieting can even be promoted.Using hot stones for healing dates back to ancient times, but the modern renewal of hot-stone massage is generally credited to Mary Nelson, a native of Tucson, Arizona, America, whose trademark is “LaStone Therapy”.The therapy is
42、 gaining wide popularity with many people, especially those who have jobs in cool air-conditioned rooms. The hot-stone therapy can help cure many diseases, including back pain.32. What do people use to release toxins in our body according to the text?A. Swimming in white water. B. Living in cold win
43、ter.C. Lying on the warm beds. D. Discharging lots of sweat.33. What can we know from the text?A. There are no toxins and humidity in the body in summer.B. Sports have greater effects on the health than hot-stone massage.C. Using water of about 45oC to wash the body is good for the health.D. People
44、should take advantage of summer to improve their health.34. What can be learned about the hot-stone therapy?A. It was invented by Mary Nelson, an American.B. It successfully cured many people of cancer.C. It is popular with people because of its excellent effects.D. It can help people avoid sweating
45、 too much in hot summer.35. Which of the following could be the best title for the text?A. How to live comfortably in summerB. A healthy and comfortable lifestyleC. The amazing functions of the hot-stone therapyD. The origin and development of the hot-stone therapy第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 10 分）根据短文内容，从
46、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。 （如果所用的答题卡没有 E、F、G 选项，则选 E 涂 A、B，选 F 涂 A、C，选 G 涂 A、D。 ）Some people choose to grasp on to the past and play it over and over like a broken record. 36 Those with no regrets let go of the past and live joyfully at present. They also live by the following principles.【出处：
47、21 教育名师 】1. Following your unique path leads to greater fulfillment.We all have passions and inner guidance. If you follow your passions and inner guidance, your life will take on deeper meaning and fulfillment. 37 2. Let your passions guide you, not societal pressures.We all know the feeling of bei
48、ng passionate about something. 38 But too often we allow societal pressures to control our feeling. To check whether your passions are guiding your life, start doing what you want to.3. 39 We often think we will be happy once we get that job, or finish that course. The truth is that happiness comes
49、from within. Everything outside of you is temporary. Once it goes, so will your happiness.4. Dont think twice about expressing love and appreciation.We support others by our words and actions, while receiving others support and love back. Expressing heartfelt feelings allows us to have no regrets for whatever tomorrow may bring. 40 A. It guides what we are doing.B. Understanding happiness is a choice.C. Dont settle for less than what you want.D. They, in tu
