1、- 1 -海南省儋州一中 2018-2019 学年高二英语下学期第一次月考试题（满分 150分 考试时间 120分钟） 第 I 卷第一部分 听力(共两节，满分 30分)第一节(共 5小题；每小题 l.5分，满分 7.5分) 听下面 5段对话，选出最佳选项。每段对话仅读一遍。1. When will the speakers go out? A. At 5:30 pm. B. At 6:00 pm. C. At 6:30 pm.2. How did the man spend his evenings in Hawaii? A. He ate out. B. He went swimming.
2、C. He went dancing.3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A photo. B. A play. C. A dress.4. What food did the woman like best? A. The beef. B. The fish. C. The chicken.5. Where is the mans hat?A. On the bus. B. In the bag. C. In the hall.第二节(共 15小题；每小题 l.5分，满分 22.5分)听下面 5段对话或独白，选出最佳选项。每段对
3、话或独白读两遍。听第 6段材料，回答第 6、7 题。6. What does the woman plan to do on Thanksgiving?A. Spend it with her mother. B. Go back to New York. C. Celebrate it at home. 7. For whom did the man buy the book?A. His son. B. His nephew. C. His brother.听第 7段材料，回答第 8、9 题。8. Which movie did the man like best? A. Big Hero
4、 6. B. The Nut Job. C. Guardians of the Galaxy.9. Where did the man watch Penguins of Madagascar? A. On the computer. B. At the cinema. C. On TV.听第 8段材料，回答第 10至 12题10. Whats the mans favorite sport? A. Tennis. B. Ping-pong. C. Football.11. What do the man and the woman both like doing? A. Listening
5、to music. B. Reading books. C. Doing sports.12. How does the woman find J.K. Rowlings books? A. Frightening. B. Difficult. C. Helpful.听第 9段材料，回答第 13至 16题13. How many people will the man invite to his party?A. Five. B. Six. C. Seven.14. What does the woman advise the man to do?A. Make a CD. B. Buy so
6、me music. C. Prepare a DVD.15. Who is not available on Saturday probably?A. Jack. B.Sean. C. Alicia. 16. When will the party be held?A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday.听第 10段材料，回答第 17至 20题。17. What does the speaker think of her past life?A. Disorganized. B. Uninteresting. C. Unhappy.- 2 -18.
7、 What does the speaker decide to do? A. Start taking exercise. B. Watch TV less. C. Get up early.19. Why does the speaker want to travel to LA?A. To visit her family. B. To explore the city. C. To see some friends.20. How much does the speaker want to weigh? A. 130 pounds. B. 110 pounds. C. 100 poun
8、ds.第二部分 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）ABabysitter WantedI am seeking a babysitter for my 6-month-old son. A few hours on Saturdays and Sundays to help me and then other times are needed. He or she should be over 18, responsible, loving, warm, and have some experience in caring for babies.
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10、 in organization and business management are required for this position. The office manager will be responsible for keeping financial records, so he or she should be familiar with computers. Please reply to or call 800-6978 to apply.Waiter/Waitress WantedA restaurant is looking for an experienced w
11、aiter / waitress. Knowledge of wines and experience in dining are necessary. Must work well under pressure and understand the basics of fine dining and customer service. If youre interested, please contact us at job-tkupe-1329358152 craigslist.org to apply. This is a part-time job.Office Cleaner Wan
12、tedLooking for a Part-time job? A position in the Mississauga area needs an office cleaner! Part-time 4 hours a day from 10:00 am-2:00 pm.Duties include:Cleaning the washroomsCleaning the furnitureSweeping the floorsOther general cleaning experience is necessary. Pay: $15 per hourReply to:job-p3b7u-
13、1365632206craigslist.org or call 800-8197.21. Which of the following position is a full-time job?A. Babysitter. B. Office manager. C. Waiter/waitress. D. Office cleaner.22. If a college girl with some experience caring for children wants to apply for a job, where should she send an email?A.job-p3b7u
14、-1365632206craigslist.org B.job-tkupe-1329358152craigslist.org- 3 -C D23. What can we learn from the passage?A. The office cleaner has to work three hours each day.B. Experience is necessary for all these four jobs.C.A babysitter earns $5 more than an office cleaner per hour.D. One can apply for a w
15、aiter or waitress by telephone.BAfter a terrible electrical accident, which caused him to become both blind and deaf, the whole world became completely dark and quiet for Robert Edwards for almost ten years. The loss of sight and hearing threw him into such sorrow that he tried a few times to put an
16、 end to his life. His family, especially his wife, did their best to tend and comfort him and finally he regained the will to live.One hot summer afternoon, he was taking a walk with a stick near his house when a thunderstorm started all at once. He stood under a large tree to avoid getting wet, but
17、 he was struck by the lightning. Witnesses thought he was dead but he woke up some 20 minutes later lying face down in muddy water at the base of the tree. He was trembling badly, but when he opened his eyes, he could hardly believe what he saw: a plough and a wall. When Mrs. Edwards came running up
18、 to him, shouting to their neighbors to call for help, he could see her and hear her voice for the first time in nearly ten years. The news of Robert regaining his sight and hearing quickly spread, and many doctors came to examine him. Most of them said that he regained his sight and hearing from th
19、e shock he got from the lightning. However, none of them could give a convincing answer as to why this should have happened. The only reasonable explanation given by one doctor was that, since Robert lost his sight and hearing as a result of a sudden shock, perhaps, the only way for him to regain th
20、em was by another sudden shock. 24. The reason for Roberts attempts to kill himself was that _.A. a terrible traffic accident happened to himB. he was struck by the lightning once moreC. he had to live in a dark and silent worldD. nobody in the world cared about him25. What was Robert doing when he
21、was struck by the lightning?A. Sheltering from the rain under a tree. B. Driving a car. C. Taking a walk with a stick. D. Lying on the ground.- 4 -26. We can infer from the text that _.A. Roberts wife sent for doctors immediately after the shockB. many doctors came because Robert was badly injuredC.
22、 there was no accurate explanation for Roberts recoveryD. a sudden injury in the head led to Roberts recovery27. Whats the best title of the whole passage?A. A Terrible Electrical Accident B. Robert Edwards and His WifeC. What a Sudden Shock D. An Unforgettable ExperienceCResearchers are placing rob
23、otic dogs 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 people
24、s depression, 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 that, especially for those without friends or help. A robotic dog could be a solution.”I
25、n 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, the
26、 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 respond
27、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 playing with it. A robotic dog removes exercise and feeding concerns.“At the beginning, it was believed that no on
28、e 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 - 5 -health helper. They will record their masters blood pressure, oxygen levels. O
29、r heart rhythms. AIBOs may even one day have games that can help stimulate older peoples minds.”28. The purpose of Beck and Edwards study is to .A. understand human-animal relationship B. promote the animal-assisted researchC. find the causes of old peoples loneliness D. make lonely old peoples life
30、 better29. In the research, the old people are asked to .A. note the activities of AIBOs B. keep AIBOs at home for 12 weeksC. record their feelings and activity D. analyze the collected information30. What is the advantage of AIBO over live dogs?A. It is easier to keep at home. B. It can help the di
31、sabled people.C. It responds to all the human orders. D. It can watch TV with its owner.31. The author seems to suggest that the future robotic dogs may .A. cure certain diseases B. keep old people activeC. change peoples beliefs D. look more like real godsDTodays world is very unsafe for children.
32、We all listen to news of child abduction everyday on TV and feel concerned about the safety of our children. So, it is necessary for parents to know about the methods of protecting children from illegal elements and criminals. GPS tracking system comes in handy for such a purpose and gives a sigh of
33、 relief to the worried parents. With the help of GPS child tracking device you can locate your child easily at any time.GPS child tracking system is also very helpful for watching the activities of teenagers. This age is called the most risky age, as in this age it is very easy to attract child towa
34、rds effortless shortcut(捷径 ) ways of achieving success, money etc. Bad-intentioned people try to misuse the innocence of children. With the GPS child tracking system, you can keep a watch on your child and prevent him from falling in bad company.A less than 2 inches square device, it is very easy to
35、 operate and doesnt - 6 -need much technical expertise. You can put it in the backpack of your child. With this device, you can keep a watch on your child 24 hours via your personal computer. If you witness some threat or if the child feels some danger in any situation, he can press the SOS button.
36、The device is easily rechargeable and battery runs 1824 hours after each recharge.32. What does the word “abduction“ in the first paragraph refer to?A. Being followed by GPS. B. Being faced with failure.C. Being taken away illegally. D. Being disappointed with unsafe.33. What can children with GPS d
37、o if they are in danger?A. Call their parents immediately. B. Press the SOS button.C. Send a message to local police. D. Send a signal to the computer at home.34. Why are teenagers at the most risky age?A. They are not fully aware of the danger.B. They dont know how to protect themselves.C. They don
38、t know how to succeed or get moneyD. They want to get immediate success or quick money.35. What is the passage mainly talking about?A. How GPS can keep teenagers safe. B. Dangers teenagers face today.C. The use of GPS in everyday life. D. Why parents should own GPS.第二节 (共 5小题；每小题 2分，满分 10分) 根据短文内容，从
39、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。How to Pick a Good BookIts not news that we spend more time texting and surfing online than ever. But a recent study shows that more teenagers are reading good old-fashioned and ink-on-paper books. Reading is a good way to widen your knowledge and learn about yoursel
40、f. You probably know how to find the best application programs for your phone. _36_Start with your interestsReading on your own isnt like reading for school. _37_It could be ancient martial arts, computers, or fashion design. If you can name the subject, you can find books about it.Find your “type”
41、_38_ Books of fiction, like novels or short-story collections, can - 7 -transport you to another world or help you to imagine something beyond your own experience. Not all fiction is the same. Try some different types of fiction and see which one you prefer. Non-fiction books give you the “who”, “wh
42、at”, “when” and “why” of something. They tell stories using facts, but that doesnt mean they are dull.Read the “blurb(简介 )”The reviews and quotes on the back and inside covers of many books are known as “blurbs”. These comments not only give you an idea of what the book is about, but also help you t
43、o pick out future books. If you find a book you really like, take a minute to read the blurb and see which authors praised the book. _39_40_Your local library can provide you with a lot of great books. Explain your interests and mention any writer you like, and the librarian can point you towards bo
44、oks that you will like. Then you can enjoy what youre reading in a quiet place.A. Read in a quiet placeB. Ask an expert.C. You can pick something that suits your interests.D. Do you prefer fiction or non-fiction?E. It is necessary to work out what the book is mainly about before reading.F. But do yo
45、u know how to pick a book that you will really like?G Often, they will have similar styles, and you might find you like books by those authors, too.第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分 45分）第一节 完形填空（共 20小题，每小题 1.5分，满分 30分）阅读下面的短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C 和 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。I was doing a clean-up with my son. As
46、he 41 through boxes and bags, he came across a knotted handkerchief with an old dark brown 42 inside. “Can I play with this?” he asked. I took a look and 43 responded, “You can play with your coins, but not this one. This one is special. I will never see the 44 who gave this to me again.” I 45 the c
47、oin gently.My son looked at me 46 and I explained. In 1991, I spent five months in a lonely country, Niger, which 47 from sandstorms and serious heat. And I couldnt 48 the climate and beggars there most.Having finished my nursing period there, I headed for neighboring Burkina - 8 -Faso to work in a
48、hospital. I hoped things would be better. Arriving at the destination, I began to unload. With my 49 bag put between my legs, I reached for my larger piece of luggage. Out of the 50 , a motorbike with two men approached slowly. Suddenly, one of the men 51 the small bag. Soon they were out of 52 , swallowed up by the night. The bag had my passport and other things which were precious to me. I was in deep 53 . In the weeks that followed, I was eager to 54 this place.One day, I was 55 by an old w
