1、2011-2012学年江苏省重点中学高二 5月质量检测英语试卷与答案（带解析） 单项选择 * Did you have a good time at _ party last night Yes. Ive never been to _ more exciting one. A the; the B the; a C不填； the D a; a 答案： B We are organizing a party next Saturday, and Id like you to come. _! I have another one that day. Thank you just the sam
2、e. A Good luck B Sounds fantastic C Enough D What a pity 答案： D I dont _ to be an expert on cars, but I do know that there is something wrong with your brakes. A abolish B boycott C claim D appetite 答案： C In todays class, Miss Hang is going to _ the science fiction novel where she left off yesterday.
3、 A take up B break up C pick up D spring up 答案： A Even if these chemicals are still in experimental stages, they _ to be a number one hit. A intend B predict C arrange D Promise 答案： D Nowadays, it is hard for an ordinary family in Yangzhou to stay _ if they purchase a villa. A out of debt B out of p
4、lace C out of reach D out of order 答案： A Although a teenager, Yuanyuan could resist _ what to do and what not to do. A to be told B having been told C being told D to have been told 答案： C His proposal is _ to all of us and you do not need to tell us more about it. A appearing B apparent C approachin
5、g D applicant 答案： B Usually, I cant work on my lessons _ full attention unless I am free _ noise. A in; with B at; from C with; of D on; of 答案： C With its economy in great stress, the Chinese government is now _ to get a way out and looking forward to a new stage in 2012. A awkward B generous C dist
6、urbing D desperate 答案： D I would sooner _ the chance, which is not easily taken, than _ my friend. A not to take; to hurt B not taking; hurting C not take; hurt D dont take; to hurt 答案： C In front of the reading room of Yangzhou High School, a notice reads, “When you finish the book, please _ it on
7、the shelf.” A replace B twist C reform D pin 答案： A One of the sides of the wood board should be painted yellow, and _. A the other is white B another white C the other white D another is white 答案： C I had just taken a bite of my hot dog _ I heard a familiar voice yelling at me from across the crowde
8、d school yard. A before B while C since D when 答案： D Mr. Xue enjoyed _ by working in Yangzhou-Taizhou Airport because he always hates _ while staying alone at home all day long. A itself; that B himself; it C it; it D him; that 答案： B 完型填空 Education from My Father My memories of my father are slim be
9、cause he was so sick in the last years of his life. But there are 32 that I am often reminded of and which may have had some bearing on my love of 33 . When I was small I was somewhat 34 of lightning and thunder. My father explained it. The explanation was in 35 that a child could understand but was
10、 basically correct. I gained a better 36 later, but I didnt have to unlearn anything. What he said was that there was electricity in the clouds 37 it traveled to the ground like a spark. When it traveled 38 the air it made the air so hot that it 39 . Then there was nothing where the air had been and
11、 the air all around rushed in to 40 the space. He clapped his hands together very loud, 41 to be the air rushing in, and said that makes the thunder. When I hear thunder, I can still hear that 42 . He explained why if it was cloudy in the winter the night was warmer than if it was 43 . It was one of
12、 those nights when the sky was full of stars: no moon, no town lights. But there were more stars than you could 44 and they had color too. He said that if there were no clouds, we had no blankets and were 45 to the universe. Our warmth was going to 46 the whole universe. When there were clouds, they
13、 were like blankets and we were not exposed to the universe. I 47 feel on the edge of space on a very clear night. I am sure there were many other lessons that I 48 but no longer remember. What I did 49 , in general, was that there were explanations and that the more I understood them, the more comf
14、ortable the world was to live in. I was not taught that there were 50 but that there was understanding if you looked for it. This may be why I have always been 51 in science. 【小题1】 A others B few C some D all A science B nature C weather D universe A sure B fond C tired D afraid A depth B words C ge
15、stures D data A understanding B knowledge C command D confidence A but B and C for D or A above B to C along D through A shone B burned C expanded D broke A fill B make C avoid D break A trying B proving C hoping D pretending A clap B remark C voice D crash A cold B bright C clear D foggy A explore
16、B foresee C imagine D identify A committed B exposed C related D led A heat B protect C extend D light A ever B also C even D still A selected B arranged C absorbed D delivered A consider B promise C explain D learn A memories B blankets C mysteries D thunders A engaged B interested C successful D s
17、killful 答案： 【小题 1】 C 【小题 2】 A 【小题 3】 D 【小题 4】 B 【小题 5】 A 【小题 6】 B 【小题 7】 D 【小题 8】 B 【小题 9】 A 【小题 10】 D 【小题 11】 A 【小题 12】 C 【小题 13】 C 【小题 14】 B 【小题 15】 A 【小题 16】 D 【小题 17】 C 【小题 18】 D 【小题 19】 C 【小题 20】 B 阅读理解 Dear Teresa Silva, The official of the university has reported to us that you are an English
18、 major who meets the high standards for membership in Sigma Tau Delta. As is known, Sigma Tau Delta was founded in 1924 at Dakota Wesleyan University. It is an international collegiate honor society for students of English. It presently has over 850 chapters in the United States, Europe, the Middle
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20、riences and ideas within the English subject. The Society offers tens of thousands of dollars in scholarships, awards, as well as publication chances in its journals The Rectangle and The Sigma Tau Delta Review. It is our pleasure if you can complete the application for Sigma Tau Delta membership. I
21、f you would like to be included in this springs induction (入会 ) ceremony, please complete the application form, and include amount to cover both local and international fees. Your completed form must be received by date to be considered for the upcoming induction ceremony. We congratulate you on you
22、r outstanding academic record and hope you will join us as a Sigma Tau Delta member. If you want to get more information, please visit our website www.sigmataudelta.org, or give us a call. The phone number is 583-2864. Sincerely, Emily Lister 【小题 1】 According to the passage, Sigma Tau Delta _. A dea
23、ls with language learning B opens its door to all the students of English C changes its members every year D mainly takes charge of scientific publications 【小题 2】 At the annual meeting, members of Sigma Tau Delta have the chance to _. A meet all the chapter leaders B receive tens of thousands of dol
24、lars C share experiences and views D choose a particular subject as a major 【小题 3】 This passage is basically a letter of _. A introduction B congratulation C thanks D invitation 答案： 【小题 1】 A 【小题 2】 C 【小题 3】 D A metaphor is a poetic device that deals with comparison. It compares similar qualities of
25、two dissimilar objects. With a simple metaphor, one object becomes the other: Love is a rose. Although this does not sound like a particularly rich image, a metaphor can communicate so much about a particular image that poets use them more than any other type of figurative language. The reason for t
26、his is that poets compose their poetry to express what they are experiencing emotionally at that moment. Consequently, what the poet imagines love to be may or may not be our understanding of love. Therefore, the poets job is to enable us to experience it, to feel it the same way as the poet does. L
27、ets analyze this remarkably simple metaphor concerning love and the rose to see what it offers. Because the poet uses a comparison with a rose, first we must examine the characteristics of that flower. A rose is impressive in its beauty, its petals（花瓣）are nicely soft, and its smell is pleasing. Its
28、possible to say that a rose is actually a feast to the senses of sight, touch, and smell. The roses appearance seems to border on perfection, each petal seemingly equal in form. Isnt this the way ones love should be？ A loved one should be a delight to ones senses and seem perfect. However, there is
29、another dimension added to the comparison by using a rose. Roses have thorns. The poet wants to convey the idea that roses can be tricky. So can love, the metaphor tells us. When one reaches out with absolute trust to touch the object of his or her affection, ouch, a thorn can cause great harm! “Be
30、careful,” the metaphor warns, “Love is a feast to the senses, but it can overwhelm us, and it can also hurt us and cause acute suffering.” This is the poets understanding of lovean admonition (劝诫 ). What is the point？ Just this: It took almost 14 sentences to clarify what a simple metaphor communica
31、tes in only four words! That is the artistry and the joy of the simple metaphor. 【小题 1】 According to the passage, a metaphor is a _. A description of two similar objects in a poetic way B literary device specially employed in poetry writing C contrast between two different things to create a vivid i
32、mage D comparison between two different objects with similar features 【小题 2】 As is meant by the author, thorns of a rose _. A add a new element to the image of love B protect the rose from harm C symbolize reduced love D cause acute suffering 【小题 3】 It can be inferred from the passage that a metapho
33、r is _. A difficult to understand B rich in meaning C simple to use D perfect in form 【小题 4】 The main idea of this passage is that _. A love is a rose in metaphor B a rose is a good image in poetry C a metaphor is a great poetic device D a poet should be careful to use a metaphor 答案： 【小题 1】 D 【小题 2】
34、 A 【小题 3】 B 【小题 4】 C Who is your role model Normally the answer to this question would be anyone around you who you find truly inspiring. It could also be someone like J. K. Rowling or Martin Luther King Jr. who have proven to be strong and intelligent people. However, in todays world, stars are reg
35、arded as role models along with the heroes listed above, despite their intentions or actions. Teens attempt to imitate their actions for two major reasons. First, to be fashionable and accepted by popular culture, and second because stars actions are so well documented by the media that it seems to
36、grab our attention and turns it to following stars lives. Much of the reports about stars is shocking and exhibits bad morals or lifestyles that arent right for teenagers. In addition, almost everything stars do is described beyond truth to make a shocking story by taking it to the next level. Howev
37、er, teens must take responsibility for their actions. We cant always blame stars for influencing us. Only you have control over yourself and only you choose to do something. Our bodies and actions are in the hands of no one else. Now, who ever said stars are role models Whether they choose to be or
38、not, stars set examples as soon as they step into the spotlight. With reporters following and recording every move they make, it is impossible not to be watched and then be imitated. These people influence, teens whether or not they want to. Why should someone who doesnt want to be setting an exampl
39、e set one So， should we look up to them or to people who are true and good role models Its our responsibility as teens to know right from wrong, and its time for us to take responsibility for our actions. In doing so， we will lean toward those inspiring people that want to be setting an example, and
40、 follow in their steps to be like them. 【小题 1】 According to the first paragraph, _can usually be role models. A political leaders B wealthy writers C people inspiring others D people with great intelligence 【小题 2】 What are the major reasons for the teens to imitate stars _. A Interest in stars life
41、and expectation of getting rich B Motivation for being fashionable and inspiration from popular examples C Intentions to gain acceptance and encouragement from stars lifestyle D Desires to be stylish and great influence from the mass media 【小题 3】 The author writes the passage mainly to advise the te
42、enagers to_. A have a control over their own bodies and actions B be responsible for their own choices and behaviors C follow fashionable stars steps to be more popular D choose right role models according to different reports 【小题 4】 It can be inferred from the passage that . A stars have the respon
43、sibility for teenagers actions B not all famous stars choose to influence teenagers C teenagers choose those inspiring people as their role models D stars set examples immediately they stepped into the spotlight 答案： 【小题 1】 C 【小题 2】 D 【小题 3】 B 【小题 4】 B Why texting harms your IQ The regular use of tex
44、t messages and e-mails can lower the IQ more than twice as much as smoking marijuana (大麻 ). That is the statement of researchers who have found that tapping away on a mobile phone or computer keypad or checking for electronic messages temporarily knocks up to 10 points off the users IQ. This rate of
45、 decline in intelligence compares unfavorably with the four-point drop in IQ associated with smoking marijuana, according to British researchers, who have described the phenomenon of improved stupidity as “infomania”. The research conducted by Hewlett Packard, the technology company, has concluded t
46、hat it is mainly a problem for adult workers, especially men. It is concluded that too much use of modern technology can damage a persons mind. It can cause a constant distraction of “always on” technology when employees should be concentrating on what they are paid to do. Infomania means that they
47、lose concentration as their minds remain fixed in an almost permanent state of readiness to react to technology instead of focusing on the task in hand. The report also added that, in a long term, the brain will be considerably shaped by what we do to it and by the experience of daily life. At a mic
48、rocellular level, the complex networks of nerve cells that make up parts of the brain actually change in response to certain experiences. Too much use of modern technology can be damaging not only to a persons mind, but to their social relationship. 1100 adults were interviewed during the research. More than 62 per cent of them admitted that they were addicted to checking their e-mails and text messages so often that they scrutinized work-related
