2014-2015学年浙江温州市十校联合体高一下期中英语试卷（解析版）

一、单项填空

1. 难度：简单

It is ________ tradition for people in this country to pay in ________ cash when buying things.

A. the; 不填    B. a; 不填     C.  不填; the  D. a; the

2. 难度：中等

Apple and Microsoft _______ with each other for the world market to sell more PC with their own free software.

A. compare           B. compete             C. fight               D. deal

3. 难度：中等

Happily for Johns mother, he is working harder to ______ his lost time.

A. make up for         B. keep up with

C. catch up with           D. make use of

4. 难度：中等

Perhaps I’m not quite fit for the job, but ________, please let me. have a try.

A. somehow             B. anyway

C. therefore                 D. though

5. 难度：简单

With so much work on hand, you ________ to see the game last night.

A. mustn’t go          B. could have gone

C. shouldn’t go       D. shouldn’t have gone

6. 难度：简单

The poor children are looking forward to _____ a Christmas present that day.

A. give                 B. be given                    C. giving                D. being given

7. 难度：中等

John, as well as the other children who _____ no parents, ________ good care of in the school.

A. have; is being taken               B. have; has taken

C. has; have been taken               D. has; are being taken

8. 难度：中等

---Why did the police _____ the crowd?

---Because the presidents car ____ in the street.

A. break down, broke down          B. break up, broke up

C. break down, broke up            D. break up, broke down

9. 难度：中等

There is a mountain ________ the top is always covered with snow.

A. of that       B. of which                  C. whose                 D. that

10. 难度：中等

______ has already been pointed out, grammar is not a set of dead rules.

A. As                   B. It                          C. That                  D. Which

11. 难度：中等

Since 1949, the peoples living standard _______, causing a big _______ in population.

A. has been raised; rise                   B. has been rose; raise

C. has raised; rise                        D. has raised; rose

12. 难度：中等

Johnny, you ______ play with the knife; you _____ hurt yourself.

A. wont; cant      B. mustn’t; may

C. shouldn’t; must    D. cant; shouldn’t

13. 难度：简单

He pretended _______ when his mother stepped into his room.

A. to study           B. studying

C. to have studied D. to be studying

14. 难度：中等

____ is no doubt ____ Jennifer will come to see me this weekend as usual.

A. It; that             B. It; whether

C. There; that            D. There; whether

15. 难度：简单

----Go for a picnic this weekend, OK?

----___________.  I love getting close to nature.

A.I’m afraid       B. I couldn’t agree more

C. Have fun         D. I can’t follow you

二、完形填空

16. 难度：中等

Children and young people tend to have certain role models – people they want to be like when they grow     . Though        children would have wished to copy their mother, father or a (n)     relative, gradually these role models are thought of as famous people or popular     . People have different opinions about     popular stars or other famous people are good role models for children. Charming models, such as Katie Price, are often     and thought highly of by young girls. This is the biggest worry of parents and teachers. They wish to     their children to have the concept (概念) that success is achieved through hard work and       rather than an attractive looking.

Most people tend to grow up to be those     are close to home — their parents or family friends. Some decide to be like their favorite teacher. A child who loves to     may want to grow to be the next Picasso or Van Gogh; Someone who loves to      might imagine themselves as a famous writer; if a child enjoys dancing, he or she      well admire a famous dancer, but this is not the     . A lot of dance students wish to be like their       teacher.

Therefore, the job of a teacher is        just providing knowledge of a given subject. They should be able to      their students’ trust and        them well. Helping youngsters to learn from models, to learn how to accept        with grace(优雅) and losing with respect, is central to any parent’s or teacher’s job. Manners are very important and a dance teacher can        his or her position and influence to        good behaviors to youngsters.

1.A.younger  B.stronger  C.older    D.taller

2.A.at first       B.at last        C.at least        D.at most

3.A.generous    B.favorite       C.ordinary       D.humorous

4.A.fans         B.stars         C.singers        D.dancers

5.A.that          B.why      C.whether        D.if

6.A.awarded      B.admired      C.admitted      D.afforded

7.A.encourage    B.receive       C.hold           D.ignore

8.A.luck          B.imagination   C.effort          D.effect

9.A.what          B.which        C.that           D.who

10.A.read           B.sing        C.write          D.draw

11.A.write           B.read       C.travel          D.think

12.A.should         B.may        C.must          D.need

13.A.deal            B.trouble      C.matter         D.case

14.A.dance           B.music      C.art            D.piano

15.A.better than      B.less than    C.more than      D.rather than

16.A.receive          B.lose        C.gain           D.accept

17.A.communicate with B.keep up with C.come up with  D.catch up with

18.A.challenging      B.falling       C.failing         D.winning

19.A.make use of      B.lose control of C.take charge of  D.get rid of

20.A.turn             B.press        C.introduce     D.push

三、阅读理解

17. 难度：中等

The food we eat seems to have a great effect on our health. Although science has made big steps in making food more fit to eat, it has, at the same time, made many foods unfit to eat. Some research has shown that perhaps 80% of human illness is related to food and 40% of cancer is related to food as well. That food is related to illness is not a new discovery. In 1945, some researchers realized that things commonly used to keep colour in meats and other food additives（添加剂）caused cancer.

Yet, these additives remain in our food, and it is difficult to know which things on the wrappings（包装）of foods are helpful or harmful. The additives which we eat are not all so direct. Farmers often give penicillin to their animals, and because of this, penicillin has been found in the milk of cows. Sometimes similar things are supplied to animals not for their health, but just to make a profit.

The farmers are simply trying to fatten the animals in order to get a higher price on the market. Although some countries have tried to control such things, the practice continues.

1.According to this passage, we can know                  .

A. perhaps most of human illness is caused by what we eat

B. perhaps most kinds of cancer are related to what people eat

C. cancer was discovered in 1945

D. science has made food unfit to eat

2.Things that are used to keep colours in meats are                 .

A. harmful        B. useless          C. helpless           D. delicious

3. Which of the following is NOT true?

A. Some wrappings of food are harmful.

B. Farmers try to make more money on the market by fattening their animals.

C. The practice continues” means “things are still going on like that”.

D. We needn’t take care of what we eat.

18. 难度：中等

Finland lies in the north of Europe, and has Russia to the east. It is two different places in winter and summer. Summers there are fairly dry and hot, although by August things can already begin to get cold and unpleasant. Of course, winters are cold, but the cold is dry. In most parts snow comes in October and clears by the end of March, but in the northern parts snow can fall as early as September and stay until late May.

The tourist season in southern Finland is from early June to late August. This is when all the tourist attractions and summer programs are open, with steamboats and ferries (渡船) traveling on the lakes and rivers, and festivals become very lively. Finnish holidays are from the summer high season in late June to the end of July. This is the time period of nights with sunlight, when Finland doesn’t seem to sleep.

The tourist season in northern Finland is different. Mosquitoes can be annoying in July, but September is lovely with its autumn colors. October, February and March are good times to visit the north of Finland to view the aurora borealis (北极光), and enjoy winter activities such as skiing and dog sledding. The Christmas holiday period is also one of the best times in Finland —after all, this is the "official" home of Santa Claus. Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is popular all year round.

1. What do we learn about Finland from the first paragraph?

A. It is to the east of Russia.

B. The weather in winter is wet.

C. It is the coldest country in Europe.

D. The weather in September can be unpleasant.

2.What’s the longest time the snow can last in Finland?

A. 9 months.    B. 10 months.

C. 7 months.     D. 6 months.

3. In the summer high season, Finland doesn’t seem to sleep because ________.

A. the sun is out at night

B. people in Finland work at night

C. people would rather go traveling

D. lots of lights are on because of the tourist season

4.What do we learn about the tourist season in northern Finland?

A. There are few autumn colors in September.

B. Summer is a good time to visit northern Finland.

C. Tourists can enjoy the aurora borealis in October.

D. Santa Claus comes from Helsinki, the capital of Finland

19. 难度：简单

“I’d be better off dead.” he said, without any hesitation（犹豫）. Hearing those words come out of my best friend’s mouth tore my heart apart. He has repeated that phrase more than once, and my mind continually plays it over like a voice recording.

I met him about three years ago. After knowing me for six months, he told me about his struggles with depression（压抑）. Sadness was not the only feeling that came over me; I was shocked. He seemed so outgoing and happy all the time. I soon learned that he was hurt physically and mentally as a young child, causing him to have the thought of killing himself.

He refuses to talk to others about his depression because he now distrusts adults, especially those in his family. However, he feels as if I understand him and that I know the right words to speak. Therefore, when it comes to helping him, convenience is not in my vocabulary. It does not matter where I am or what I am doing, for he always comes first.

Many students at his school laugh at him when they notice scars on his arms from cutting. As he sees it, other kids have every right to make fun of him. But no one holds such a right, so I encourage him to ignore the heartless kids who treat him badly. When he feels the weight of judging eyes or hateful voices, I always remind him that I care about him unconditionally. Just hearing me say I will always be his best friend seems to give him the safety he needs to keep on going.

My best friend once told me that if he had not had me, he would not be alive. He said that my encouraging words helped him not to take his life. Our friendship has taught me that a single kind word can influence someone’s life. Life is not easy for every one, which makes me strongly believe in the necessity of encouragement.

1.According to the first paragraph, hearing his friend’s words, the author felt______.

A. puzzled               B. painful

C. frightened              D. hopeless

2.By saying “convenience is not in my vocabulary”, the author means ______.

A. he is always ready to help his friend

B. he hardly spares time to help his friend

C. he has no good excuse for refusing his friend

D. he is not good at communicating with his friend

3.The author’s friend got into depression mainly because __________.

A. he lived without his parents

B. he had poor health

C. he received little care at school

D. he had a terrible childhood

4.What is the best title for the passage?

A. I enjoy friendship

B. My friend and I

C. I believe in encouragement

D. The story of my friend

20. 难度：中等

If you want to attend the hottest events of 2014, don’t waste your time looking through dozens of hotel options(选择) or vacation packages. Instead, look to cruise ships（乘船游览） that can ferry you to and from the most expected holiday, sporting, and cultural events of the year.

Here’s a look at the some of the most popular:

Australian Open in Melbourne (January 13–26, 2014)

Tennis fans worldwide are eager for the tickets to matches at any one of the four annual Grand Slam events: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the U.S. Open. In January 2014, luxury(豪华的) cruise line Silversea will offer fans a three-night pre-cruise package to the 109th Australian Open in Melbourne. Silversea passengers will attend third round singles matches at Rod Laver Arena on January 17 and 18 before taking the 382-passenger Silver Shadow for a special 15-night Melbourne to Bali voyage.

Carnival in Rio de Janeiro (February 28–March 4, 2014)

Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival is one of the most popular celebrations of its kind in the world, drawing two million visitors each and every day of the festivities that include parades, street fairs, and costume balls. Holland America’s Maasdam will spend three days in Rio during Carnival as part of its 26-day Amazon & Carnival Explorer journey.

2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil (June 12–July 13, 2014)

If you’re a soccer fan that came up empty in the search for a hotel room for the 2014 FIFA World Cup finals in Rio de Janeiro, there’s still hope. Book MSC Cruises’ 18-night Miami to Rio voyage aboard Divina. The ship departs Miami on May 24 and arrives in Rio just in time for the World Cup.

New Year’s Eve in Hong Kong (December 31, 2014)

Hong Kong is a magical destination and New Year’s Eve festivities and fireworks pull out all the stops to make a holiday trip to that city even more attractive. Crystal Cruises’ all-inclusive luxury ship, Symphony, will spend two nights in Hong Kong-- and celebrate New Year’s Eve Chinese-style—during its 15-night holiday voyage that leaves Bangkok on December 21. This roundtrip voyage also calls on Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi in Vietnam.

1.According to the passage, which of the following ships will take the longest time of voyage?

A. Silver Shadow.    B. Maasadam.       C. Divina.     D. Symphony.

2.The events that will take place in Rio de Janeiro in 2014 are ___________.

A. Carnival and FIFA World Cup

B. New Year’s Eve fireworks and Carnival

C. the Australian Open and Grand Slam events

D. New Year's Eve fireworks and FIFA

3.Where does this passage probably come from?

A. In a sports magazine.   B. In a textbook.

C. In a science report.    D. In a travel brochure.

4.The main purpose of the passage is to ___________.

A. give information about the hottest events of 2014

B. introduce cruise ships to some big events of 2014

C. describe the most popular tourist destinations in 2014

D. persuade readers to take cruise ships for 2014 holiday

四、单词拼写

21. 难度：中等

1.After years’ practice, Mary finally s___________ in passing the test of piano.

2.I have lived here for 20 years, so I am very f___________ with the city.

3.How proud she is! She has been a___________ into Beijing University.

4. Mozart is a great m_________, whose music is loved by millions of people.

5.As soon as she saw me, she ________ into tears like a child.

6.He went to London, wore an expensive suit and gave a p__________ to a TV camera.

7.The big earthquake happening on March 11th in Japan has greatly a__________(影响) people’s life and work in Japan.

8.I bought a dress for only 10 dollars in a sale; it was a real b__________.

9.I’d like a room with a bath. How much do you ___________(收费)?

10.When hearing the accident caused little damage, the manager sat down in  r__________.

五、书面表达

22. 难度：中等

假如你是光明中学高一学生李明, 澳大利亚环保协会组织一次为期两周的“澳大利亚生态游”活动, 作为一名环保志愿者, 希望得到这次机会。请按以下提示向该组织写一封申请信：

1. 个人情况介绍(如性格,业余爱好,语言优势等)

2. 申请理由(参观野生动物自然保护区,了解澳大利亚环保情况)

3. 对本次活动的期待……

注意: 1.字数100字左右，信的开头和结尾已给出.(不记入总字数)

2.可适当加入细节,使内容充实,行文连贯.

Dear Sir,

I feel delighted to know that Australian Environmental Council will host a two-week eco-tour to Australia. As an environmental volunteer, I