云南楚雄州高三期末考试英语.doc

1、楚雄州 2016 年高三年级上学期期末考试卷英 语卷第一部分 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。并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。AIn clearer terms, she let my parents and I effectively “steal“ the computer every Friday night after everyone left as long as we had it back Sunday night and ready for Mond

2、ay morning.This was massive, in case thats unclear. She played favorites and made a deal. She picked me out because she knew without focus that I would be trouble. They used to joke that I would be voted “most likely to be accused of a white-colla r crime.” This was a $2000+ computer in the middle o

3、f the 80s - the pride of the school and they let me take it home. I cant imagine what would have happened had we broken it.Each Friday evening my Dad would back his pickup up to the outside door of her class and we would go away with the Apple II. Id spend the weekend programming, reading the massiv

4、e spiral notebooks of Apple inside structures and generally staying away from trouble.A year or so later when it was clear that I had an ability in computers, I came home from school one day and the family car was gone and there was a Commodore 64 left in its place. My Mom and Dad had sold the picku

5、p and bought a Commodore.When its 30 years later and youre hanging with your wife and perhaps watching your kids play you will find yourself thinking about how this crazy journey happened. I am standing on the shoulders not only of computer science giants, but also unsung heroes like my parents and

6、my 5th grade teacher. I look forward to the time when I will make sacrifices for my kids and the children in my life. I hope I make those decisions as unselfishly as did the adults in my life.Thank you Mrs. Hill, for introducing me to computers even though you were breaking half dozen rules to make

7、it happen.Thanks, Mom and Dad for bringing a computer into our house even when there wasnt money for one.1. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. She let me take the computer home.B. She let me have the computer for free.C. She led me into the accusation of theft.D. She helped

8、 me steal the computer from the school.2. What does the underlined word “Commodore” refer to in the text?A. A pickup. B. A laptop. C. A robot. D. A personal computer.来源:学科网3. Why was the author allowed to use the computer at weekends?A. Because the teacher wanted him to stay at home. B. Because the

9、teacher wanted him to have a busy weekend.C. Because the teacher wanted him to be exposed to computer.D. Because the teacher wanted him to be a computer science giant.4. How does the author sound when telling the story?A. Pitiful. B. Grateful. C. Regretful. D. Shameful. BThree of four Americans supp

10、ort employing high-achieving high school students to become teachers, and the same percentage would encourage the brightest person they know to become a teacher. Half said that encouraging high school and college students to become science and math teachers is just as important as encouraging them t

11、o become scientists and mathematicians. But two of three think the ability to teach comes more from natural talent than from college training on how to teach. Two of three Americans would like a child of theirs to become a public school teacher, a finding consistent with past poll results. However,

12、Americans are concerned that their local public schools are having a hard time getting good teachers. This could be because Americans say they hear more bad stories than good stories about teachers from the news media. Almost three of four Americans have trust and confidence in public school teacher

13、s, and this level of trust is even higher for Americans under age 40, the college educated, and parents of children in public schools. As a sign of this trust, three of four Americans believe teachers should have the quality to teach in the ways they think best rather than being required to follow t

14、he official curriculum（课程）.5. How many people in the US approve of encouraging the brightest person they know to work as a teacher?A. A quarter of Americans. B. A half of Americans. C. Two-thirds of Americans. D. Three-quarters of Americans.来源:学科网 ZXXK6. According to the passage, where does a teache

15、rs ability to teach probably come from?A. The school training. B. Inborn talent.C. College education. D. Learning and practice.7. Why do American local public schools have difficulty employing good teachers?A. Because most public schools have bad reputations 来源:学*科*网 Z*X*X*KB. Because most Americans

16、 dont trust public school teachers.C. Because the mass media have harming influence on the public opinions of teachers.D. Because most Americans would not like their children to become public school teachers.8. Where can you probably read this passage?A. In an annual report on education. B. In an ad

17、vertisement column in a magazine.C. In a news column in a newspaper. D. In a work report by the Federal government.CMusic has been part of every known human society. It has a significant effect on the human brain, both in terms of its development and the reactions it can bring about in people. Music

18、 is essentially a form of language that allows people to communicate with each othe r and share experiences.Music and MoodMusic can strengthen and influence mood and emotions. A Penn State study carried showed that peoples emotions became more positive after they listened to music. People often use

19、music deliberately to create or maintain a particular mood; examples include listening to positive music before a night out or playing a lullaby to comfort a child.Music and LearningMusic can help support learning in adults and children. It can help make both sides of the brain active; any activity

20、that does so can improve the brains processing ability. Listening to music while reviewing for a test can increa se memory in students, as evidenced by higher test scores. Children who receive music education seem to have better language skills, social skills and so on. Music seems to help the brain

21、 develop and grow neural(神经系统的) connections that would not otherwise be there, thus increasing its capacity.Music as Illness TreatmentBecause music can have such a meaningful effect on the mind and moods, it serve as valuable treatment. Music treatment is a recognized profession with methods backed

22、up by clinical studies. It can improve brain function in patients with brain problems of the old age such as Alzheimers （痴呆病 ）and can serve to help children whose brain development has been harmed in some way. Other possible uses include helping mental health patients improve their emotional and soc

23、ial functioning, as well as comforting those who have experienced the diseases. In all these cases, music helps the brain function better.9. What can be a suitable title for th e text?A. Can music help treat diseases? B. Can music help you stay relaxed?C. Ways of getting higher test scores.D. How do

24、es music affect your mood and mind?10. Why can students get higher test scores by listening to music while preparing for a test?A. Because listening to music can help them have better B. Because listening to music can help them acquire better social skills.C. Because listening to music can help them

25、 develop their language ability.D. Because listening to music can help them enhance the ability to remember.11. Which of the following can best replace the underlined phrase “backed up” in the last paragraph?A. copied. B. blocked. C. supported. D. moved backwards.12. Why is music therapy recognized

26、as a profession?A. Because music helps the brains operate better.B. Because music helps calm those traumatized people C. Because music helps brain - impaired children in some way.D. Because music helps mental health patients improve their emotions and social skills.D1-Day New York City TourOne World

27、 Trade Center One World Trade Center is the main building of the new World Trade Center complex in New York City. Once completed in late 2013, this will be both the tallest building in New York and third-tallest in the world. Opening Hours:Mon - Sun May 29 - Sep 7 9:00am - 11:30pm, Mon - Sun Sep 8 -

28、 May 27 9:00am - 8:00pmThe Metropolitan Museum of Art The Metropolitan Museum of Art is not just the largest art museum in the United States, but also one of the three biggest in the world. Its collection contains more than 2 million works of art. Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (Under 12 yrs

29、) Free; senior (Over 62 yrs) $17|Opening Hours: Fri - Sat 10:00am - 9:00pm, Sun - Thu 10:00am - 5:30pm, Closed on Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 MinutesIntrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum This famous military history museum on Manhattans West Side is inside

30、the now retired World War II aircraft carrier, the US Intrepid. Exhibits include real military aircraft as well as recreations of military life aboard the ship.Admission (Optional): Adult $26; Child (3-12 yrs) $21; Senior (Over 62 yrs) $22Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 MinutesEmpire State Building One

31、of the most recognizable landmarks in the word, this famous skyscraper is the second-tallest building in New York City. It was completed in 1931 and made a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1986. Admission (Optional): Adult $32; Child (3-12 yrs) $26; Senior (Over 62 yrs) $29| Opening Hours: 8:00am

32、- 2:00am|Duration: Approx. 45 MinutesMadame Tussauds Wax Museum Madame Tussauds Wax Museum is a favorite attraction of people all over the world. Uncannily life like wax sculptures of figures both modern and historic decorate the halls of this museum, which dates back to London and 1836.Admission (O

33、ptional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs) $23; Senior (Over 62 yrs) $25|Opening Hours: Mon Sun May 23 - Sep 6 9:00am - 10:00pm, Sep 7 9:00am - 8:00pm, Dec 31 9:00am - 3:00pm, Sun - Thu Sep 8 -Dec 17 10:00am - 8:00pm, Fri - Sat Sep 11 - Dec 19 10:00am - 10:00pm|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes13. Whic

34、h of the following tours will you choose if you are interested in US National Historic Landmark and military airplanes?A. Empire State Building& the Metropolitan Museum of Art. B. One World Trade Center& Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. C. Empire State Building& Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum. D. On

35、e World Trade Center& Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum.14. Which of the following tours charges the lowest if a couple with a ten-year-old daughter visits them?A. Empire State Building& the Metropolitan Museum of Art.B. One World Trade Center& the Metropolitan Museum of Art.C. One World Trade Cen

36、ter& Madame Tussauds Wax Museum.D. Empire State Building& Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum.15. Why is Madame Tussauds Wax Museum a favorite attraction of people all over the world?A. It dates from London and the year 1836.B. It has vivid wax sculptures of modern figures.C. It has life-like wax sc

37、ulptures of historic people.D. All of the above.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

38、 that should be followed when on line 16 Imagine how youd feel if you were in the other persons shoes For 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 t

39、o fire back in the same mannerBut try not to do so 18 If it was caused by a disagreement with another member, try to fix the situation by politely discussing itRemember to respect the beliefs and opinions of others in the chat room19 Offer advice when asked by newcomers, as they may not be sure what

40、 to do or how to communicateWhen someone makes a mistake, whether its a stupid question or an unnecessarily long answer, be kind about itIf its a small mistake, you may not need to say anything. Even if you feel strongly about it, think twice before saying anythingHaving good manners yourself doesnt

41、 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 statusUnless you know the person very well, and yo

42、u are both comfortable with sharing personal information, dont ask such questions AIts natural that there 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 new to the network o

43、nce 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 you do decide to tel

44、l someone about a mistake, point it out politely第二部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分 45 分）第一节 完型填空（共 20 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）阅读下面短文，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。Nearly everyone is shy in some ways. If shyness is making you 21 , it may be time for a few lessons in self-confidence. You can 22

45、your confidence by following some 23 from doctors and psychologists.Making a decision is not to hold back in conversations. What you have to say is just as important as what other people say. And dont 24 party invitations just because of your 25 .Prepare yourself for being with 26 in groups. Make a

46、list of the good qualities you have. Then 27 a list of ideas, experiences, and skills you would like to 28 with other people. Think about what you would like to say in 29 . Then say it.If you start 30 shy in a group, take a deep 31 and focus your attention on other people. Remember, you are not 32 .

47、 Other people are concerned about the 33 they are making, too.No one ever gets over being shy 34 , but most people do learn to 35 with their shyness. Even artists 36 that they often feel shy. They work at fighting their shy feelings so that they can 37 the cameras and the public. Just making the 38

48、to control shyness can have many rewards. 39 perhaps the best reason to fight shyness is to give other people a 40 to know more about you.21. A. comfortable B. uncomfortable C. conscious D. unconscious22. A. take B. throw C. build D. lose23. A. suggestion B. admission C. requirement D. rule24. A. turn off B. turn up C. turn in D. turn down25. A. shyness B. confidence C. braveness D. fondness26. A. parents B. others C. friends D. workmates27. A. accept B. receive C. make D. show28. A. do B. get C. exchan