1、海南省海南中学 2009-2010学年度高二第一学期期末考试 其他 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 2项为多余项。 Sociologists(社会学家 ), working in western countries, have found that a large number of women wished they had been born men. _51_ “Women often wish they had the same chances as men have, and think it is
2、 still mens world,” said Dr. James Helen, one of the sociologists who did the study. _52_ A man has to make money to support his family and to make the important decision, so it is right for men to be paid more. Some are even against their wives working at all. _53_ If women take full-time jobs, the
3、y wont be able to do what they are best at doing: Making a nice home and bringing up the children. Some women disagree. They say they want to get out of their homes, and to have freedom to choose between work and home life. _54_ Anne Harper has a very good job. She also believes in “womens liberatio
4、n(妇女解放运动 )”. I dont wish I were a man,” she says, “and I dont think many women do. But I do wish people would stop treating us like second-class people. At work, for example, we usually do the work that men do but get paid less. There are still a lot of jobs only to men-usually they are the best one
5、s. _55_ How many women scientists are there or engineers ” A Many men say that they have more duties than women. B Many women say that they have more duties than men. C The member is said to be as high as 60% in Germany. D Men have the right of equal pay and equal chances. E.Women have the right of
6、equal pay and equal chances. F.If you are a man, you have a much better chance of living a wonderful life. G.When wives go out to work, they say, the home and children can not be taken good care of. 答案： CAGEF II、完形填空（共 20小题；每小 题 1分，满分 20分） 阅读下列短文，掌握其大意，然后从文后各题所给的 A、 B、 C、 D 四个选项中，选出一个最佳答案：。 After sp
7、ending a weekend away with my son, I was so impressed by his generous heart that I sent him this letter. Dear son, I want to thank you for teaching me a very _16_ lesson in life by the great example you _17_. When we were eating at that caf in Bondi and a person who had _18_ his hamburger didnt have
8、 enough money to pay for it, without any _19_, you went over and put the _20_ $2 into this hand. When we were leaving, you _21_ threw a five-cent coin onto the pavement and said _22_ like, “Some kid will really enjoy _23_ this.” Last week, a young man _24_ me in the line at a petrol station didnt ha
9、ve _25_ money to pay for his petrol. I asked the money collector, “How much _26_ is he ” she told me he had meant to put $15 of petrol in his car _27_ he had been looking at the wrong gauge (计量表 ) and had put in 15 _28_, which came to just over _29_. That is an easy mistake _30_ both gauges run fa s
10、t. Something made me think of you and _31_ you did that night at the caf in Bondi. I handed the man $6. He was so _32_ and said, “But why would you do this for me ” I just smiled as I thought of you. Thank you, son, for teaching me that “its _33_ to give than receive”. Now when I see a five-cent coi
11、n on the _34_ and want to pick it up, I think of you and leave it _35_, just in case some kid will get a kick out of finding it. 16. A. humorous B. private C. reasonable D. valuable 17. A. followed B. gave C. set D. took 18. A. ordered B. booked C. offered D. bought 19. A. hesitation B. doubt C. per
12、mission D difficulty 20. A. other B. last C. extra D. rest 21. A. again B. already C. only D. also 22. A. nothing B. everything C anything D something 23. A. finding B. accepting C looking for D pointing at 24. A. behind B. beyond C. ahead of D. next to 25. A. much B. some C. any D. enough 26. A. fa
13、r B. long C. short D. high 27. A. and B. but C. so D. while 28. A. litres (升 ) B. kilograms C. pounds D kilometers 29. A. $15 B. $20 C. $25 D. $30 30. A. until B. as C. although D. unless 31. A. what B. which C. whatever D whichever 32. A. excited B. surprised C. interested D encouraged 33. A. easie
14、r B. better C. faster D. worse 34. A. corner B. way C. ground D. carpet 35. A. there B. here C. out D. around 答案： DCAAC DDACD CBABB ABBCA 单项选择 * 、单项填空（共 15小题；每小题 1分，满分 15分） 从 A、 B、 C、 D四个选项中，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。 Last week, I went to see the concert of Jay Chow, _ famous singer I love best, an
15、d this is the first time I have seen him in _ fresh. A. the; / B. the; the C. a; the D. a; / 答案： B There is a popular opinion among teachers _ reviewing the lesson after class can help students learn better. A who B whose C that D which 答案： C Why not _ your new ideas Otherwise you will never know wh
16、ether they are possible or not. A put out B wear out C try out D find out 答案： C He is _ to staying up and getting up late, which is a bad habbit。 A accustomed B Appointed C applied D exposed 答案： A -Business is going down, and Ive lost lots of money in the stock market. -_. Everything will work out f
17、ine. A Take it easy B Have fun C Good luck D Dont mention it 答案： A _ him well, I would have invited him to my birthday party. A Had I known B Should I know C If I know D If I knew 答 案： A -A man is not born in _ of knowledge. -True. We all gain our knowledge by keeping on learning in our life A exhib
18、ition B possession C civilization D protection 答案： B It was during World War II, _ he was in his early twenties, _ he joined the British Army. A that; when B when; that C when; when D that; that 答案： B _ the fact that doctors have warned that smoking causes cancer, people still keep on smoking. A Due
19、 to B Thanks to C Because of D In spite of 答案： D _ all my colleagues, Id like to show all my sincere thanks to you for your devotion to our research. A In case of B In memory of C In honor of D On behalf of 答案： D It is typical of him to go to bed without washing his feet, which his roommates cant _.
20、 A put up with B make up of C decide on D look forward to 答案： A Typhoon Morakot swept across Taiwan on August 8, 2009_ hundreds of people dead or missing. A leaving B Left C to have left D having been left 答案： A _ many times, he finally understood it. A Told B Telling C Having told D Having been tol
21、d 答案： D He was appointed _ a very important post in the West, where he would improve himself better. A to be B as C to D for 答案： C He makes _ a rule to arrive at office on time, which is to be carried out from next Monday. A that B it C which D what 答案： B 阅读理解 Researchers are placing robotic dogs（机器
22、狗） in the homes of lonely old people to determine whether they can improve the quality of life for humans. Alan Beck, an expert in human-animal relationship, and Nancy Edwards, a professor of nursing, are leading the animal-assisted study concerning the influence of robotic dogs on old peoples depre
23、ssion, physical activity, and life satisfaction. “No one will argue that an older person is better off being more active, challenged, or stimulated（刺激） ,”Edwards points out. “The problem is how we promote（使 成为现实）that, especially for those without friends or help. A robotic dog could be a solution.”
24、In the study, the robot, called AIBO, is placed for six weeks in the houses of some old people who live alone. Before placing AIBO in the home, researchers will collect baseline data for six weeks. These old people will keep a diary to note their feelings and activity before and after AIBO. Then, th
25、e researchers will review the data to determine if it has inspired any changes in the life of its owner. “I talk to him all the time, and he responds to my voice,” says a seventy-year-old lady, “When Im watching TV, hell stay in my arms until he wants down. He has a mind of his own.” The AIBOs respo
26、nd to certain orders. The researchers say they have some advantages over live dogs, especially for old people. Often the elderly are disabled and cannot care for an animal by walking it or p laying with it. A robotic dog removes exercise and feeding concerns. “At the beginning, it was believed that
27、no one would relate to the robotic dog, because it was metal and not furry.” Beck says. “But its amazing how quickly we have given up that belief.” “Hopefully, down the road, these robotic pets could become a more-valuable health helper. They will record their masters blood pressure, oxygen levels.
28、Or heart rhythms. AIBOs may even one day have games that can help stimulate older peoples minds.” 47. The purpose of Beck and Edwards study is to . A. understand human-animal relationship B. makes lonely old peoples life better C find the causes of old peoples loneliness D. promote the animal-assist
29、ed research 48. In the research, the old people are asked to . note the activities of AIBOs keep AIBOs at home for 12 weeks C. record their feelings and activity D. analyze the collected information 49. What is the advantage of AIBO over live dogs It is easier to keep at home. B. It can help the dis
30、abled people. C. It responds to all the human orders. D. It can watch TV with its owner. 50. The author seems to suggest that the future robotic dogs may . A. cure certain diseases B. keep old people active C change peoples beliefs D. look more like real gods 答案： 【小题 1】 B 【小题 2】 C 【小题 3】 A 【小题 4】 B
31、There are many stereotypes( 定型 ) about the character of people in various parts of the United States. In the Northeast and Midwest, people are said to be closed and private. In the South and West, however, they are often thought of as being more open and hospitable(好客的 ) . Ask someone from St. Louis
32、 where the nearest sandwich shop is, and he or she will politely give you directions. A New Yorker might eye you at first and after deciding it is safe to talk to you, might give you a rather unexpected explanation. A person from Georgia might be very kind about directing you and even suggest some d
33、ifferent places to eat. A Texan just might take you to the place and treat you to lunch. American stereotypes are abundant. New Englanders are often thought of as being friendly and helpful. Southerners are known for their hospitality and warmth. People from the western part of the United States are
34、 often considered very outgoing. These differences in character can be traced to different factors such as climate, living conditions, and historical development. When traveling from place to place, Americans themselves are often surprised at the differing degrees of friendliness in the United State
35、s. 43. The main idea of the passage is _. A. even Americans are surprised at the differences among themselves B. there are many differences in character in different parts of the USA. C. there are many reasons for the differences D. stereotypes about people are not necessarily true 44. Which of the
36、following is true according to the passage A. New Yorkers are usually open with strangers. B. People from the South are usually considered good C. The friendliest Americans travel from place to place. D. Different parts have different customs and habits. 45. The differences lie in the following exce
37、pt _ of the parts. A. the weather B. the history C. geography D. the names 46. The word abundant in the second paragraph may probably mean _. A. plentiful B. normal C. curious D. strange 答案： 【小题 1】 B 【小题 2】 B 【小题 3】 D 【小题 4】 A The drop in temperature in the middle of December is a sure sign that win
38、ter is finally here. The cold weather causes people to easily get sick. To avoid this, its a good idea to adjust(调整 ) your eating habits and put more nourishing foods on your daily menu. Each area has different recipes(食谱 ). Take a look at the following list for more ideas. Mention Beijing recipe, a
39、nd the first thing people think of is “hot pot”. Hot pot has been a long-time winter tradition in Beijing, as a way to beat the cold and nourish the body with mutton, beef and other side dishes. Where to go for hot pot Laowu Siji Shuanrou A traditional hotpot restaurant with a long history. It is we
40、l1-known for selected mutton from Inner Mongolia. The old-style copper pot and tasty sauces add more f1avors to the broth (肉汤 ) to entertain your taste. Address: No. 17, Baizhifang E. Avenue Te1: 010-63516164 Suantiankula Restaurant This place is famous for its healthy tomato hotpot broth. The sour
41、broth is delicious but not oily. The secret-recipe red bean soup makes a great accompaniment. For alcohol-lovers, try the Shaoxing wine, which is made from rice and warms you up. Address: No.8, Xinyuanxili M. Avennue Tel: 010-64612345 40. The first paragraph mainly tells us _. A. how people change t
42、he diet in winter B. why people change the diet in winter C. what people eat in winter D. why people eat hotpot all the year round 41. According to the passage, the underlined words “nourishing foods” probab1y refer to _. A. tasty sauces and side dishes B. wine and sauce C. mutton, beef and side dis
43、hes D. sour broth and drinks 42. A1l the following statements tell the fa1se information EXCEPT _. A. If you want to eat healthy tomato hot pot broth, call 010-635l6164 B. Suantiankula Restaurant is famous for its oily broth C. The secret-recipe red bean soup is served in Laowu Siji Shuanrou D. The
44、copper pot and tasty sauces are served to entertain peoples taste 答案： 【小题 1】 B 【小题 2】 C 【小题 3】 D . 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，从文后各题所给的 A、 B、 C、 D四个选项中，选出一个最佳答案：。 Habits, whether good or bad, are gradually formed. When a person does a certain thing again, he is driven by some
45、unseen force to do the same thing repeatedly, then a habit is formed. Once a habit is formed, it is difficult, and sometimes impossible, to get rid of. It is therefore very important that we should pay great att ention to the formation of habits. Children often form bad habits, some of which remain
46、with them as long as they live. Older persons also form bad habits lasting as long as they live, and sometimes become ruined by them. There are other habits which, when formed in early life, are of great help. Many successful men say that much of their success has something to do with certain habits
47、 in early life, such as early rising, honesty and so on. Among the habits which children should not form are laziness, lying, stealing and so on. These are all easily formed habits. Unfortunately older persons often form habits which could have been avoided. We should keep away from all these bad ha
48、bits, and try to form such habits as will be good for ourselves and others. 36. _ are formed little by little. A. Good habits B. Bad habits C. Both good habits and bad habits D. Either good habits or bad habits 37. Generally speaking, its difficult for one_and easy for them_which should be avoided. A. to form bad habits; to form good habits B. to form good habits; to form bad habits C. to form such habits as will be good; to get rid of bad habits D. to get rid of bad habits; to form good habits 38. Why should we p
