1、1奉贤二模 基+ 阅+作 2017. 04Part 2 Phonetics, Grammar and Vocabulary. Choose the best answer (共 20 分)26. The mother elephant was walking “hand in hand” with her baby. Which of the following is correct for the underline word in the sentence?A) w:ki B) w:ki C) wa:ki D) wi:ki27. The UK is _ European country a
2、nd China is _ Asian country.A) an; an B) a; a C) a; an D) an; a28. IOC(国际奥委会)has recently decided that the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic will be held _ November and December.A) for B) on C) in D) at29. Peter often talks _ but does_ . So everyone says he is a good boy.A) little; much B)few; much C)more
3、; little D) little; many30. We should never be pleased with book knowledge. We also need Practical _.A)action B)ability C)skill D)experience31. With the teachers encouragement, the boy works even_.A) hard B)hardly C) harder D) hardest32. -_does it take you to improve your English listening skill?-Fo
4、r nearly half an hour every day.A) How often B) How far C) How long D) How soon33. Keep your eyes open, _ you will miss the most exciting moment of the magic.A) and B) or C) so D)but34. _my brother arrived in Thailand, he visited the local biggest temple at once.A) as soon as B) while C) until D)bef
5、ore35. When having a fire drill, we _run downstairs.A) neednt B) mustnt C) cant D) may not36. While Jenny _ letters in her office, Jessica was watching a game on the Net.A) typed B) was typing C) has typed D)would type37. Before he went to Beijing, he_ in Hong Kong for four years.A) has studied B) s
6、tudies C) studied D) had studied38. When your homework _ ,you can go out to have a rest.A) was finished B) will be finished C) is finished D) has been finished39. As we all know, good memory_ memorizing methods as well as daily habits.A) decides on B) agrees on C) depends on D) lives on40. There are
7、 so many kinds of T-shirts. We cant decide_.A) to choose B) what to buy C) which one to choose D) to buy41. The headmaster often suggests_ on both sides of the paper.A) write B) writes writing C) writing D) to write42. _useful information we can get on the Internet.A) what a B) what C) what an D) ho
8、w243. Could you tell me_?A) why you were late for school. B) where can I borrow the DVDC) if he had given us a lesson D) how would he deal with the case.44. -Thank you for your delicious dumplings, Jenny!-_.A) Dont say so. B) Its my pleasure.C) Im glad that you enjoyed them. D) Youre welcome.45. -Ma
9、ny people like to post photos of themselves on Facebook or We-Chat!-_.A) But I dont think its safe. B) Its their pleasure.C) OK.I will take your advice. D) Let me have a look at them.III. Complete the following passages with the words or phrases in the box. Each word or phrase can only be used once.
10、 (共 8 分)In China, an increasing number of people are becoming aware of climate change and environmental problems. Taking up a low-carbon way of living is a growing trend (倾向) 46 young people.Xiao Fang is one person making a difference by living a low-carbon life. Every day, it takes her 40 minutes t
11、o reach her office by bus. But shes thinking of switching to a different mode of transportation-a bicycle. Xiao Fang said, “ 47 a bicycle takes the same amount of time as using public transportation. But its more convenient, and environmentally friendly. Its also good 48 for me.Professor Lin is also
12、 a champion(拥护者) of the low-carbon life style. Her office uses energy-saving lights, which are turned off automatically when not needed. This has greatly 49 electricity consumption. Another way to save energy is to double print the paper.Mr. Zhang always selects 50 with longer shelf life (保质期)when h
13、e shops. He says this is to reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide. Back in his office, Zhang works for an environmental website he and his friends set up two years ago. It provides all kind of information about low-carbon lifestyle, 51 environment policies, tips on how to
14、save energy and so on.A low carbon lifestyle 52 a simpler, healthier way of living. Use a traditional clock instead of an electronic one; turn off the lights and air conditioning system when you leave a room; jog in a nearby park for 45 minutes instead of using your treadmill(跑步机). There is _53 you
15、can do.As the threat of climate change becomes more serious, its time for everyone to rethink their lifestyles and make responsible choices.A. Riding B. reduced C. exercise D. among E. TakingA. stands for B. more C. products D. produces E. including3IV. Complete the sentences with the given words in
16、 their proper forms(共 8 分)54. Mikes hobby is playing basketball. _is listening to the music.(I)55. Congratulations! You are the _ visitor today and you can get a big prize. ( hundred )56. Our teachers often say, “The more practice you do, the_ mistakes you will make”.(few)57. Why not take an umbrell
17、a with you? The weather in spring is very_.( change)58. Mr. Smith wanted to travel_ to know more about the world. ( wide)59. Peter is such a_ person that nobody wants to make friends with him. ( honest)60. They discussed the problem again and again, but they didnt work out a_.( solve)61. Jerry_ in w
18、inning the race at the school sports meeting last week. ( success ). Rewrite the following sentences as required (共 14 分)62. Theres little food in the fridge .(改为反意疑问句)Theres little food in the fridge, _ _?63. Abner followed Erics advice to design this smart robot.(对划线部分提问)_advice _ Abner follow to
19、design this smart robot?64. I am not able to finish this article within three days.(保持句意基本不变)_ is _ for me to finish this article within three-days.65. She said sorry to Mike. She took his umbrella to home by mistake.(保持句意基本不变)She _ to Mike for _his umbrella by mistake.66. We celebrate World Water D
20、ay around the world focusing on a different topic every year. (改成被动语态)World Water Day _ _ around the world focusing on a different topic every year.67. Every child wants to know “what does Santa Clause really look like?” (改为宾语从句)Every child wants to know _Santa Clause really_ like.68. help your pare
21、nts, every week, you, do some housework, had better(连词成句)_.Part 3 Reading and Writing . Reading comprehensionA Choose the best answer (12 分)IN English, when someone is very angry we say this person “sees red”, like a bull goes wild after seeing a red cloth. Now it turns out that “seeing red” is not
22、just an expression for angry people, but also a scientific fact.Researchers at North Dakota State University in the US found that there is a connection between the color red and anger. Angry people really do “see red” where others dont. And a preference for red over blue may even suggest a more host
23、ile personality.4The study includes a number of experiments. In the first, researchers asked a group of people which color they preferred, red or blue. Participants (参加者) then did personality tests. Results showed that those who chose red tended to be more hostile.During a second test, participants
24、looked at faded images that could be regarded either red or blue. Those who saw red scored 25 percent higher on hostility in the personality test.“Hostile people have hostile thoughts; hostile thoughts are connected with the color red, and therefore hostile people see this color more frequently,” th
25、e researchers told The Independent.Finally, the participants were told about imaginary situations in which they could take different actions. Results showed that in these situations, red-preferring people were more likely to show that they would harm another person than those who preferred blue.“An
26、important message from this research is that color can send psychological (心理的) meaning,” the researchers said.Where does this connection between the color red and anger come from? Scientists said it might be a matter of evolution (进化). In ancient times, poisonous plants and insects could cause woun
27、ds and bleeding. So it may have become instinctive (本能的) for people to link the color red with danger and threats.69. “Seeing red” is not just an expression for angry people ,but also a _.A) legend story B) funny joke C) scientific fact D) useful suggestion70. The underlined word “hostile” in the se
28、cond paragraph means_.A) unfriendly B) popular C) upset D) cheerful71. During a second test, those who saw red scored 25 percent _ on hostility in the personality test.A) lower B) higher C) more D) cheerful72. In the final test, the participants were told about _ in which they could take different a
29、ctions.A) faded images B) the true information C) the same experience D) imaginary situations73. Which of the following is NOT true about the study?A) Participants did personality tests in the study.B) Participants took three tests in the study.C) Participants were tested on seven different colors.D
30、) Blue-preferring people were less likely to harm others.74. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about?A) It tells us scientistsnew findings.B) It explains why red is connected to anger.C) It tells us the importance if evolution.D) It shows us the poor living conditions of ancient people.B. Cho
31、ose the best answer and complete the passage.5Its a hot school day. One of your classmates is suddenly having a nosebleed(流鼻血). What can you do at this moment? If you know some basic first aid(急救)skills, you can ask him or her to lean forward and pinch the nose. If the bleeding doesnt stop after fiv
32、e or six minutes, find your_ 75_ for help.First aid is an important life skill that everyone should learn. Sept.13 is World First Aid Day. Its time for us to learn more about this useful skill.Just as its name suggests, first aid is the first step before a person gets expert medical help. It include
33、s staying safe, helping someone feel better and staying calm. It also includes getting help-either by telling an adult_76_ calling 120.Recently in China, about 1.2 million emergency cases have taken place each year, according to Xinhua News Agency. Experts say that the first 10 minutes after an acci
34、dent are important for saving a life.CPR(心肺复苏)is one of the most useful skills to save lives during these 10 minutes. It can help people whove suffered cardiac arrest (心脏骤停). According to the American Heart Association, about 92,000 people in the US are saved by people who_77_CPR every year._78_this
35、, there are some other first aid skills that are helpful for daily accidents and illness.Broken bones may happen as you play outside. You can support the injury with your hands or clothes to stop movement. Then, find an adult or call 120 for_79_help.What if someone sprains(扭伤) his or her ankle(脚踝) ?
36、 The right way to_ 80_ first aid is to put something cold on the ankle, such as an ice bag or a cold drink bottle. Then, go to find an adult for help.75. A) nurse B) doctor C) teacher D) parents76. A) and B) but C) as well as D) or77. A) make B) learn C) perform D) practice78. A) According to B) Bes
37、ides C) Including D) Except79. A) nearer B) further C) deeper D) quicker80. A) offer B) get C) study D) acceptC. Fill in the blank with proper words.(14 分)Once, a king had a great highway built for his people. Just before it was opened to the public, the king decided to have a contest. He i 81 his p
38、eople to take part in the contest. Their challenge was to see w 82 could travel the highway the best.On the day of the contest, some people came to the highway in fine clothing; some had fancy hairstyles or brought great food. Some young men came in their sports clothes and ran along the highway. Pe
39、ople raveled the highway all day. But each one c 83 to the king that there was a large pile of stones in the way that had blocked his or her travels.At the end of the day, a lonely traveler crossed the finishing line and walked over to the king. He was tired and d 84 , but he showed the king great r
40、 85 and handed him 6a bag of gold. He explained: “I stopped along the way to clear a pile of stones that was blocking the road. This bag of gold was under it all. I want you to return it to its rightful owner.“The king replied: “You are the rightful owner. Youve earned this gold, for you won my cont
41、est.“The man won the contest just b 86 he was the only one who stopped to make the road smoother. Sometimes, the greatest prize comes not from helping y 87 , but from helping others.D. Answer the question (12 分)New high school students in the US have more to worry about than their test. Often, high
42、school are up to 10 times larger than middle schools. Students become small fish in a very, very big pond.In the past, American kids knew that high school would bring bullying from elder students. Young students felt lonely and confused.Nowadays, things are improving. Schools are creating “teams”to
43、make students feel welcome. A team is smaller, friendlier, and easier to become a part of than the school as a whole.Teams are made up of a few students from each grade level. Teachers choose team leaders to act as role models. Within a team older students protect and advise the younger students, wh
44、o will do the same for the later. The teams stay together for all four years of school. Some teams even create their own flags!Students meet on campus before school starts at “orientation”(新生训练). At orientation, students get to know the members of their team. Orientation may go on for as long as one
45、 week. During orientation, experts guide students through “trust games”. In one popular game, a student is blindfolded(蒙起眼睛的) and led by a partner through some obstacles(障碍物). In scavenger-hunt(寻物) type games, students have to find out the interests and hobbies of their teammates. These activities h
46、elp students to get close to each other. Students can go to their team members questions, problems and even friendship. This way, high school doesnt seem quite so scary.88. High schools are up to 10 times larger than middle schools, arent they?89. How did young high school students feel in the past?90. What