河北省保定市2013屆高三英語(yǔ)下學(xué)期第二次摸底考試試題

1、保定市唐縣第一中學(xué)高三下學(xué)期第二次摸底考試英語(yǔ)試卷第I卷本試卷分為第卷（選擇題）和第卷（非選擇題）兩部分.考生作答時(shí)，將答案答在答題卡上(答題注意事項(xiàng)見(jiàn)答題卡)，在本試卷上答題無(wú)效?？荚嚱Y(jié)束后，將本試題卷和答題卡一并交回。第一節(jié)：?jiǎn)雾?xiàng)填空（共20小題，每小題1分，滿分20分）從A、B、C、D四個(gè)選項(xiàng)中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題卡上將該項(xiàng)涂黑。1、Please _ the mistakes in my composition. A.point to B. point out C. point at D. point 2、He didnt make_clear when and wh

2、ere the meeting would be held.A. this B.that C.it D.these3、I would appreciate _ very much if you could change the plan a bit to make it more workable.A. that B. this C. it D. you4、Did you visit the museum today? No. We _ it, but we spent too much time shopping.A. could have visited B. must have visi

3、ted C. could visit D. must visit5、It is suggested that another school_ in our city.A. should build B. be set up C. will be set up D. will build6、265 is _.A.two hundreds and sixty five B.two hundred and sixty fiveC.two and sixty five D.two hundreds sixty five7、The school is _ a Chinese teacher for th

4、e new term who masters the English language perfectly.A. searching B. in the search of C. in search D. in search of 8、He is a foreigner and he is not accustomed _like that while he i8 tn ChinaAtreating Bto be treated Cto being treated Dto treat 9、 I think my childs behavior is _ . No, he just has a

5、lot of energy.A. information B. natural C. normal D. abnormal 10、Visitors were _at the _pictures that the guide showed.A. amazed; amazing B. amazed; amazedC. amazing; amazing D. amazing; amazed11、If you go there by _train ,you can have quite a comfortable journey ,but make sure you get _fast one.A.

6、/; / B. /; a C. the; a D. the ; / 12、We are so sorry for thatWell try to determine exactly _ went wrong that eveningA. where B. what C. which D. how13、With just four years _, the Brazil Olympic organizers have promised to deliver an equally inspirational ceremony.A. gone B.to go C.goingD. go 14、Alth

7、ough the causes of cancer_, we do not yet have any practical way to prevent it.A. are being uncovered B. have been uncovering C. are uncovering D. have uncovered15、His idea was such a good one _ we all agreed to use it.A. as B. that C. so D. but16、What is even more important is_ the earth cooled dow

8、n, water began to appear on its surface.A.that B.that as C.which D.which as17、I drove to Zhuhai for the air show last week.Is that _ you had a few days off ? A. where B. when C. what D. why18、- Have you heard that Tom, as well as his parents, _ moved to Beijing? - Really? No _ I havent seen him for

9、a long time.A. have; doubt B. has; wonder C. have; wonder D. has; choice19、 Is it good to look up every new word when I come across it in reading?No，you _，because you are likely to guess the meaning from the context,A. dont have to B. shouldnt C. cant D. mustnt20、-Can I smoke here?-Sorry, we dont al

10、low _ here.A. people smoke B.to smoke C. people smoking D. smoking第二節(jié) 完型填空（共20小題；每小題15分，滿分30分）閱讀下面短文，從短文后各題所給的四個(gè)選項(xiàng)（A、B、C和D）中，選出最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題卡上涂黑。 Tom was a middle-aged leather trader (皮貨商) whose repeated failure in career made him a depressed man, often _21_ that he had been cheated by others. One day h

11、e told his wife he was so _22_ with the city that he had to leave.So his family moved to another city. It was the evening of a weekend. When Tom and his wife were busily _23_ up their new home, the light suddenly _24_. Tom was regretful to have forgotten to bring along 25_ and had to wait _26_ in a

12、low mood. Just then he heard light, hesitant 27_ on his door that were clearly audible (聽(tīng)到) in the _28_ night.“Whos it?” he wondered, since Tom was a _29_ to this city. And this was the moment he especially hated to be _30_, so he went to the door and opened it _31_. At the door was a little girl, s

13、hyly asking, “Sir, do you have candles? Im your neighbor. ” “No,” answered Tom in anger and shut the door _32_. “What a nuisance (麻煩事)!” He complained over it with his wife. “No sooner had we settled down than the neighbor came to _33_ things.”After a while, the door was knocked again. He opened it

14、and found the same girl outside. _34_ this time she was _35_ two candles, saying, “My grandma told me the new neighbor downstairs might need candles. She _36_ me here to give you these.” Tom was very _37_ by what he saw. At that moment he suddenly realized what caused his _38_ in life. It was his _3

15、9_ and harshness (刻薄) with other people. The person who had cheated him in life was _40_ nobody else but himself, for his eyes had been blurred (蒙蔽) by his unsympathetic （無(wú)同情心的）mind.21. A. complaining B. telling C. hoping D. pretending22. A. pleased B disappointed C. exhausted D. encouraged23. A. lo

16、oking B. turning C. coming D. tidying24 A. went on B. went down C. went out D. went through25. A. candles B. matches C. lights D. flashlights26. A. happily B. patiently C. hopefully D. helplessly27. A. steps B. words C. knocks D. screams28. A. dark B. quiet C. noisy D. crowded29. A. newcomer B. stra

17、nger C. guest D. settler30. A. called B. disturbed C. watched D. offered31. A. surprisingly B. delightedly C. impatiently D. willingly32. A. gently B. kindly C. politely D. violently33. A. lend B. sell C. harness D. borrow34. A. And B. But C. So D. For35. A. holding B. hiding C. fetching D. lifting3

18、6. A. suggested B. commanded C. sent D. forced37. A. frightened B. pleased C. puzzled D. surprised38. A. failure B. success C. complaint D. determination39. A. warmth B. coldness C. kindness D. nearly40. A. doubtfully B. hardly C. actually D. sympathy 第三部分：閱讀理解（共20小題，每題2分，滿分40分）閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的四個(gè)選項(xiàng)（A、B

19、、C和D）中，選出最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題卡上將該項(xiàng)涂黑。AWildlife faces threats(威脅)from habitat destruction, pollution, and other human actions. Although protecting wildlife may seem too hard at times, even small actions in your own neighborhood can help protect many different animals. Here are some tips on how to protect wildli

20、fe through small actions.1Create wildlife friendly areas in your backyard.When trying to make your garden more beautiful, you can choose plants that can provide food and shelter to native wildlife. This will also help cut down on pollution. And bird or bat houses to your yard or garden to attract an

21、d shelter these species.2Avoid harming the natural ecosystem(生態(tài)系統(tǒng))in your area.Some plants from other places can kill or harm native plants that provide food and shelter for wildlife.3Have a greener lifestyle.By using less water and fewer fuels, you will be helping to protect the wildlife around you

22、. Take buses or the subway when you can, turn off electric devices when youre not using them, take shorter showers, and keep your room temperature at or below 68 degrees during the winter.4Buy products that are wildlife friendly. Dont buy products that are made from endangered animals. Keep in mind

23、that some endangered animals are killed by traps, catches or hunters who are after other wildlife within the same habitat.5Donate money or time to organizations that protect wildlife and their habitats. You can give money to organizations or groups that protect wildlife species in your neighborhood.

24、41. We infer that the purpose of this passage is to_.Atell us why protecting wildlife is extremely important nowBsuggest that we protect wildlife through actionsCexplain why protecting wildlife is not as hard as people thinkDgive us some tips on how to protect wildlife through small actions42. Which

25、 of the following threats to wildlife is NOT mentioned in the passage?AAnimal diseases. BLoss of habitat. CPollution. DHunters.43. In which section of a newspaper would you most probably read this passage?AEnvironment BTeaching CBusiness DGeographyBWhy is pink or purple a color for girls and blue or

26、 brown for boys?The answer depends largely on cultural values as well as personal experiences. To the Egyptians, green was a color that represented the hope and joy of spring, while for Muslims, it means heaven. Red is a symbol (象征) of good luck in many cultures. In China, children are given money i

27、n a red envelope to bring good fortune in the New Year. For many nations, blue is a symbol of protection and religious beliefs. Greek people often wear a blue necklace hoping to protect themselves against evils (災(zāi)禍).Peoples choice of colors is also influenced by their bodies reactions (反應(yīng)) toward th

28、em. Green is said to be the most restful color. It has the ability to reduce pain and relax people both mentally and physically. People who work in green environment have been found to have fewer stomach aches.Red can cause a persons blood pressure to rise and increase peoples appetites (食欲). Many d

29、ecorators will include different shades of red in the restaurant. Similarly, many commercial websites will have a red “Buy Now” button because red is a color that easily catches a persons eye.Blue is another calming color. Unlike red, blue can cause people to lose appetite. So if you want to eat les

30、s, some suggest that eating from blue plates can help.The next time you are deciding on what to wear or what color to decorate your room, think about the color carefully.44. Muslims regard green as a symbol of heaven mainly because of their_.A. cultural values B. commercial purposesC. personal exper

31、iences D. physical reactions to the color45. Why will many commercial websites have a red “Buy Now” button?A. To relax people physically. B. To increase peoples appetites.C. To encourage people to make a purchase.D. To cause a persons blood pressure to rise.46. What color might help lose weight acco

32、rding to the text?A. Red. B. Green. C. Blue. D. Purple.47. Which of the following would be the most proper title for the text?A. Colors and Human Beings B. The Cultural Meaning of ColorC. The Meaning and Function of Color D. Colors and Personal ExperiencesCVilla Nicoletta, Genuine RelaxationSomewher

33、e in the world, theres a place where stress isnt allowed and peace and genuine relaxation are the only demands of the day. If you could go there, you would thoroughly enjoy yourself. There are not too many places in the world like this, but this is one of them. Its luxurious. Its ultra-private.Welco

34、me to Villa NicolettaVilla Nicoletta is a 4-bedroom luxury villa and an oasis(綠洲) of rest and rejuvenation（恢復(fù)活力）in a land of unspoiled peace. Located on a 70-foot cliff overlooking the north shore of the island of St. Thomas and the pretty waters of Caret Bay, Villa Nicoletta offers the finest accom

35、modations in the Caribbean for those seeking a vacation of elegance, peace and privacy. Youll see how the sun blankets the landscape and water in shimmering brilliance by day and how the sky twinkles like billions of bright diamonds at night.Completed in 2000, the 3,300-square-foot Villa Nicoletta i

36、s fully equipped with state-of-the-art electronics.When you book Villa Nicoletta, you shall book the entire villa.Off Season: April 16 to December 144 bedrooms 5,700/week (8 people max)Sleep sofa can add additional 2 people 200/nightPeak Season: December 15 to April 154 bedrooms 6,300/week (8 people

37、 max) Sleep sofa can add additional 2 people 200/night48. The villa can be rented to a maximum of _ people at a time.A. five B. eight C. thirteen D. ten49. If a family with 6 people spends a fortnights Christmas holiday in the villa, how much will they pay?A. 12,600. B. 15,400. C. 11,400. D. 13,200.

38、50. Villa Nicoletta is most likely to be popular with tourists who _.A. like adventure B. want to escape the noisy life of the cityC. enjoy the winter sports D. seek excitement in the sea51. We can infer that _.A. you can share the villa with other touristsB. the island of St. Thomas is famous for t

39、he ocean theme amusement parkC. fewer tourists stay in Villa Nicoletta in autumn than in springD. you can go in for extreme sports in Villa NicolettaDA grave of a man dating back to around 2300 BC was found by archaeologists in England On May 3, 2002. Buried with him were the tools of a hunter or wa

40、rrior. There was a bone pin that may have been from a piece of clothing such as a leather coat. He carried a copper knife on his breast. The most amazing find was two gold earrings. That would have made him a man of distinction. Only a few centimeters from his head were two pots made of clay, tools

41、and materials to make arrows, a bow and a dozen arrows for hunting and a second, smaller copper knife. Next to them lay a cushion stone, upon which the man could work metal. His grave is the richest of any found from that period, because this man was buried with two gold earrings which are the oldes

42、t gold ever found in Britain (dated to 2470 BC). Besides, he was buried three miles from Stonehenge. Archaeologists tend to believe he was a member of a powerful class who might have organized the construction of Stonehenge.Stonehenge was begun around 3000 BC. In about 2300 BC the huge stone circles

43、 were built. The biggest stone weighed approximately 20 tons. But the smaller blue stones, still weighing 4 tons on average, came from west Wales. It is not yet known how these were conveyed over a distance of 380 km. It is also a mystery how early man was able to construct Stonehenge without the us

44、e of modern construction machines and lorries.He is an example of people who brought culture and new techniques from the European mainland to Britain. In terms of technical development people were going from the Stone Age to the Bronze Age and then to the Iron Age.52. Which are not included in the t

45、hings that are found in the grave of a man? A. Tools, a bone pin, a bow and a cushion stone B. A copper knife and two gold earrings. C. Two pots, arrows and materials to make arrows. D. some chicken and grains.53. The man buried in the grave might be _ at that time.A. A poor man B. a kind-hearted ma

46、n C. a rich man D. an ordinary man54. Why is the man buried in the grave called the king of Stonehenge ? A. He was buried three miles from Stonehenge. B. He had the oldest gold ever found in Britain. C. He might be a member of a powerful class who might have organized the construction of Stonehenge.

47、 D. All of the above.55. We can infer that _ . A. how Stonehenge was built B. the King of Stonehenge was from France C. Stonehenge was built through several ages D. Stonehenge was built because of war第二節(jié)（共5小題；每小題2分，滿分10分）根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，從短文后的選項(xiàng)中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)。選項(xiàng)中有兩項(xiàng)為多余選項(xiàng)。根據(jù)對(duì)話內(nèi)容，從對(duì)話后的選項(xiàng)中選出能填人空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)，并將答案填寫(xiě)在本題

48、下 面的橫線上。選項(xiàng)中有兩項(xiàng)為多余選項(xiàng)。A： Mary, we are going to have a party on New Years Eve. Fm sure well have a good time. 51 _B： Id like to. 52 _A： In our classroom. We are going to decorate it and turn it into a splendid ballroom. B： 53 _ I shall be very glad to spend my first New Year in China with you. A： But w

49、e are going to ask everyone at the party to give a performance. 54 _B： I will. My voice is not very pleasant to the ear, though.A ： I heard you sang once. 55 _ Fm sure youll be the star of our New Year party. B： Oh, thank you.A. Your voice was sweet and beautiful.B. Where are you going to have it?C. Would you like to join us?D. Thank you for inviting me.E. Oh, it is great.F. Lets go to the ball together.G. Do sing us some English songs, please.(選擇題1 -50題的答案請(qǐng)?zhí)钤跈C(jī)讀卡上，其余答案填在各答題處。）補(bǔ)全對(duì)話(共5小題;每小題2.5分，滿分25分）56. _ 57.