2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题新人教版

2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题新人教版

‎2019学年度第一学期期中联考 高中 二 年 英语 科试卷 考试日期：2017年11月17日 完卷时间：120分钟 满 分：l50分 第I卷(共90分)‎ 第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分) ‎ 第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分， 满分7.5分）‎ 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。‎ ‎1.Why didn't the woman make a cake?‎ A.She was very busy. B.She hurt her hands. C.She decided to buy one.‎ ‎2.What does the woman imply about that district?‎ A.It's short of fish. B.It's badly polluted. C.It's famous for rivers.‎ ‎3.What does the woman advise the man to do first?‎ A.Do his homework. B.Have some food. C.Read a novel.‎ ‎4.Where will the speakers probably go on vacation?‎ A.Canada B.Mexico. C.Singapore.‎ ‎5.What does the man mean?‎ A.He will go with the woman.‎ B.He has no time until next week.‎ C.He went to the museum this morning.‎ 第二节 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题, 每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。‎ ‎6.Why did Maria call her father?‎ A.She had a traffic accident. B.Her car broke down. C.She lost her way.‎ ‎7.What can Maria turn on?‎ A.The radio B.The flashlights. C.The headlights.‎ 听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。‎ ‎8.What does the man want to borrow?‎ A.A brush. B.A chair. C.A camera.‎ ‎9.Who is probably the woman talking to?‎ 16‎ A.Her neighbor. B.Her husband. C.Her student.‎ ‎10.What is Mr.Robinson doing?‎ A.Taking photos. B.Painting a picture. C.Painting the room.‎ 听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。‎ ‎11.What are the speakers talking about?‎ A.A job. B.A meal. C.An interview.‎ ‎12.How is the man feeling?‎ A.Hopeless. B.Nervous. C.Tired.‎ ‎13.When does the conversation take place?‎ A.In the morning. B.In the afternoon. C.In the evening.‎ 听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。‎ ‎14.How many people will get together for Indian food?‎ A.5. B.6. C.7.‎ ‎15.Who might have been to the restaurant?‎ A.Sam. B.Susan. C.Jane.‎ ‎16.Where is the restaurant?‎ A.On Main Street. B.Opposite a drugstore. C.On Oxford Street.‎ ‎17.What time do the speakers plan to meet?‎ A.At 8 o'clock. B.At 7 o'clock. C.At 6 o'clock.‎ 听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。‎ ‎18.Why are more mothers going to work outside the home?‎ A.They are bored at home.‎ B.Their children are old enough.‎ C.The living costs have increased.‎ ‎19.What's the benefit of the role change?‎ A.The family gets to eat dinner outside.‎ B.They can afford some other expenses.‎ C.Mothers can return home before their children.‎ ‎20.How do the children often feel according to the speaker?‎ A.Happy. B.Lonely. C.Pressed.‎ 第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分30分）‎ 16‎ 第一节 (共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分)‎ ‎ 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的4个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。‎ ‎ A Some time ago, a man punished his 5-year-old daughter for wasting a roll of expensive gold wrapping （包装）paper. ‎ Money was tight and he became more upset when the child tried to decorate a box to put under the Christmas tree.‎ Nevertheless, the little girl brought the gift box to her father next morning and said, “This is for you , daddy. "‎ The father was embarrassed by his earlier overreaction, but his anger flared again when he found the box empty. He spoke to her in a harsh manner, “Don't you know young lady, when you give someone a present, there's supposed to be something inside the package?”‎ The little girl looked up at him with tears in her eyes and said, “Oh Daddy, it is not empty. I blew kisses into it until it was full." The father was crushed. He fell on his knees and put his arms around his little girl and he begged her to forgive his unnecessary anger.‎ An accident took the life of the child only a short time later and it is told that the father kept the golden box by his bed for all the years of his life and whenever he was discouraged or faced difficult problems, he would open the box and take out a(n) imaginary kiss and remember the love of the child who had put it there.‎ In a very real sense, each of us as human beings have been given a golden box filled with unconditional love and kisses from our children, family friends and God. There is no more precious possession anyone can hold.‎ ‎21. The father punished his 5-year-old daughter for wasting a roll of gold wrapping paper because_________‎ A. gold wrapping paper was hard to find at that tim B. it was too expensive for the family ‎ C. she wasted too much while wrapping the gift package D. she got the gold wrapping paper without permission ‎22. When the little girl brought the gift box to her father, _____‎ 16‎ A. the father was cheerful ‎ B. the father was very shameful ‎ C. the father was very ashamed ‎ D. the father was very angry at the cheap gift ‎23. Through paragraph six, the author intends to show____‎ A. the daughter’s sudden death B. the father’s coldness leads to his misfortune C. the father’s suffering after his daughter died D. the meaning of his daughter’s gift to him ‎ B ‎ Do you want to go out of town for a bit of rest and relaxation? Before you start packing, visit these best travel sites for vacationers. In my opinion, they help people deal with common problems that pop up during a trip. ‎ Oyster.com ‎ Based on the advertised photos, the hotel you are considering appears to be clean and modern. Take a second look through the eyes of Oyster.com. Their representatives inspect resort areas and post the real images uncovering marketing lies. You see ACTUAL pictures of the rooms, attractions and beautiful beaches.‎ Skyscanner.net ‎ Are you planning to travel on a budget? Discover the best deals for flights, hotels and car rentals at Skyscanner.net. They offer reasonable and comprehensive travel comparison. The best part is that their services are free. You don’t have to sign up, provide personal information or go through a social network.‎ Virtualtourist.com ‎ Chat with someone other than a travel agent about a location. At Virtualtourist.com, fellow travelers and locals talk about their experiences in specific areas. This site is set up like a forum(论坛), so you can ask questions and get answers in the comfort of your own home. Find out where to eat, play and get pleasure in a place without getting food poison or robbed by criminals.‎ Travel.state.gov 16‎ ‎ Unfortunately, Americans get into trouble abroad sometimes. Prepare for possible emergencies by visiting Travel.state.gov. There, the Bureau of Consular Affairs offers advice on how to handle the bad things that happen to good people in other countries. You learn what to do in the case of child abduction(绑架), a lost passport and illness. In addition, these officials post travel warnings regarding dangerous regions and why foreigners should avoid them.‎ ‎ Are you ready to do your homework? Prepare for your departure by checking out these best travel sites for vacationers. Learn what you need to know now before walking out of the door.‎ ‎24. What is the characteristic of Oyster.com?‎ A. The photos on the site are really reliable.‎ B. It offers you a lot of travel information.‎ C. It tells tourists where the cheap hotels are.‎ D. The representatives of Oyster.com are enthusiastic.‎ ‎25. What is the biggest benefit of your visiting Skyscanner.net?‎ A. You can book the most modern hotels.‎ B. You can accept their services for free.‎ C. You can make many friends through the social network.‎ D. You can find the cheapest tour description and direction.‎ ‎26. We can learn from this passage that _____.‎ A. Virtualtourist.com gives you a chance to chat with a travel agent B. the Bureau of Consular Affairs is in charge of Travel.state.gov C. if you lose your passport you’ll get help from Virtualtourist.com D. you’ll get answers to your travel questions at Virtualtourist.com ‎ C Fear is an emotion like others such as happiness, anger, hurt, sadness. We need emotions to process information we receive and decide how to respond. Being afraid of fast cars, for example, is something that might protect us from harm. Being afraid of the consequence of a choice may prevent us getting into trouble.‎ Fears in young children commonly center on certain animals like snakes or big dogs. Fears are caused often because of experiences or ideas expressed by others, and at times,‎ 16‎ ‎ the media. Many normal fears during the early years, like men with beards, or large dogs, disappear with age. Those relating to personal failure and ridicule (嘲笑) remain through adulthood and may need special help to overcome.‎ Children’s fears are often trivial, but that doesn’t mean they should be ignored. They need to be recognized and accepted as real for that child. Only when we help children understand their fears can they grow normally in their ability to deal with them.‎ Research shows that as a child grows up, the center of his fears changes a lot. Things like divorce, a teacher who “shouted at me”, people with guns, bullies, big boys, or “making fun of me” top the list of childhood fears.‎ We cannot always prevent these experiences from happening, but it’s essential that children be allowed to freely express their emotions without judgment. Sympathy and a caring listener will help ease the pain of these fears. Read books and stories to your child about children who have experienced similar fears. This helps children talk about their fears and find ways to cope. With all emotions, fears become less of a problem for children as they gain self-confidence and they find that fear is normal and can be dealt with.‎ ‎27. The underlined word “trivial” in the third paragraph probably means “_______”.‎ A. serious B. harmful C. common D. small ‎ ‎28. In dealing with children’s fears, the final goal of the parents is to _______.‎ A. stop unpleasant experiences happening to children B. let children know about the nature of fear C. develop children’s ability to treat their fear on their own D. create an environment where there is nothing to fear ‎29. From the passage we can learn that ________ .‎ A. children should avoid the media to reduce their fear B. fears can be judged according to the environment C. some childhood fears may have a lasting influence D. children with similar fears can communicate easily ‎30. What’s the best title for this passage?‎ A. Children’s Fears B. How to Overcome Children’s Fea ‎ ‎ C. The kind of Children’s Fears D. The Bad Effects of Fears ‎ 16‎ 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）‎ Today’s the day of a big test at school, and you feel awful.___31____. Maybe your muscles feel tense and you feel shaky or sweaty. You may have a case of the jitters, also known as test anxiety.‎ ‎___32_____. Performance anxiety is when a person feels worried about how they will perform, especially when it’s really important. For instance, you might feel performance anxiety when you’re trying out for the school band or for the basketball team.‎ ‎ When you’re taking a test, you might feel “butterflies”, a stomachache, or a tension headache. Some people might feel shaky, sweaty, or feel their hearts beating quickly as they wait for the test to be given out.____33_____‎ ‎ Sound familiar?___34____. Ask other people and you’ll find that just about all people---adults and other kids---feel some anxiety before a test. In fact, a small dose of anxiety can be helpful, keeping you sharp and focused. But when your symptoms(症状) take over so that you can’t function or when you’re so anxious that you feel sick, you might not be able to do it.‎ Of course, if you didn’t study for the test, you might be worried---- and for good reason. That kind of anxiety isn’t as easy to tackle because even if you find a way to calm down, you still might not know what the right answers are.____35_____, you’ll be able to let your knowledge shine and score a good grade.‎ A You’re not alone.‎ ‎ B Surely you have test anxiety ‎ C If you are not well prepared for the exam ‎ D Your stomach hurts and you have a headache ‎ E Test anxiety is actually a type of performance anxiety ‎ F When you are prepared for the test and you get a handle on your anxiety ‎ G A student with really strong test anxiety may even feel like he or she might pass out or throw up ‎ 16‎ 第三部分：完形填空(共20小题；每小题l．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，并标在答题卷的相应位置。‎ I will always appreciate my father and his faith.‎ As I held my father’s hands one night, I couldn’t help but ____36___their calluses(老茧）and roughness. His hands tell the story of his life as a farmer, including all his struggles.‎ ‎ One summer, I remember, a drought (旱灾）___37___Ontario, turning it into a burning desert. On one of those hot mornings I was picking sweet corn with my dad to fill the last 38 from the grocery store. Fifty dozen was all we needed, which 39 took twenty minutes. That morning, however, the process didn’t go quickly. After forty minutes of 40 walking in the field, we 41 needed twenty dozen. I was completely frustrated and angry. 42 the basket heavily, I declared, “If the store wants its last twenty dozen, they can pick it themselves!” Dad laughed. “Just think, my little girl, only 43 dozen left for each of 44 and then we’re done.” Such is Dad----____45____ difficult problem he meets with, he never gives up.‎ ‎ 46 , the disastrous effects of the drought were felt all over our county. It was a challenging time for everyone, 47 Dad remained optimistic. He 48 to be grateful for other things like good health and food on our plate. Only then did I truly begin to appreciate Dad and his faith_____49___ guided us through the hard times.‎ ‎ Dad is also a living example of real 50 . From dawn to dusk, he works countless hours to 51 our family. He always puts our happiness 52 his own, and never fails to cheer me on at my sports games 53 his exhaustion(疲劳) after long days. His loving and selfless nature has inspired me to become more sympathetic and 54 others first.‎ ‎ Dad，the life lessons I have learned from you will stay with me forever. You are my father, teacher, friend and, ______55_____, my hero.‎ ‎36. A.noticing B. notice C. noticed D. to notice ‎ ‎37. A.struck B.was hit C. was occurred D. occurred ‎38. A. gap B. form C. position D. order 16‎ ‎39. A.repeatedly B. usually C. finally D. really ‎40. A. happily B. C. easily C. hardly D. aimlessly ‎41. A. yet B. still C. even D. nearly ‎42. A. Cutting B. Dropping C. Taking D. Picking ‎ ‎43. A. five B. twenty C. ten D. fifty ‎44. A. them B. you C. us D. me ‎ ‎45. A.whatever B.what C. how D. however ‎46. A. Thankfully B. Strangely C. Unfortunately D. Hopefully ‎ ‎47. A. but B. or C for D. so ‎48. A. happened B. stopped C. continued D. aimed ‎ ‎49. A. that B. what C. which D. 不填 ‎50. A. pride B. love C. friendship D. honesty ‎51. A. support B. settle C. start D. impress ‎52. A. previous B ahead C. before D. under ‎53. A. in terms of B. in spite of C. despite of D. in place of ‎54. A. thinking B. putting C. cheering D. turning ‎55. A.more important B.most important C.more impotantly D. most importantly ‎ 第II卷（共60分）‎ 第四部分 写作（共四节，满分60分）‎ 第一节 单词拼写（每小题1分，满分10分）根据汉语、首字母或语境提示写出单词 ‎ ‎56.Thai Former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra _____________(指控) of abusing her power was sentenced to 5 years in prison on September 27th, 2017.‎ ‎57. His parents finally ______________( 赞同) of his going abroad for further study.‎ ‎58. They want to make a few _____(调整) to the timetable before carrying it out.‎ ‎59. The mobile phone permits us to keep in touch as well as to surf the Internet to keep us ___(告知) of the latest news.‎ ‎60. According to a research, children whose parents break up are more likely to have difficulty _______(集中) on their studies.‎ ‎61. People with flu usually get the following s______________ of a cough, a sore throat,‎ 16‎ ‎ a fever, a headache and sneezing.‎ ‎62. His fluent spoken English and cool appearance at the speech contest really left a deep i_______________ on me.‎ ‎63. Some high officials were invited to the opening c_____________ of Shenzhen Hi-tech Fair.‎ ‎64. As you know, fashion is c_____________ changing, which makes it difficult for us general people to follow ‎ ‎65. Much to her d______________, the boss agreed to give her a pay rise. ‎ 第二节 根据所给的汉语提示完成句子。（每空0.5分，共20空，满分10分）‎ ‎66. 会上他提出一份周详的计划，没有遗漏掉任何细节。‎ At the meeting he ________ ________ a well-thought-out plan without _________ ________ any details.‎ ‎67. 他的确向我们宣布他将不参会。‎ He ________ ________________ _________ _________ that he would not attend the meeting.‎ ‎68. 被称为（描述为）漂亮花园，这所在建的学校下个月竣工。‎ ‎ ______________ ______ a beautiful garden, the school ______ _________ is to be completed next month.‎ ‎69. 他让我们牢记不忘初心方得始终。‎ He always _________________ _____________ us that _____________ if we never forget _________we started can we accomplish our mission.‎ ‎70. 举世皆知，中国正日益走近世界舞台中央，为人类做出更大贡献。‎ ‎____________ is known to the whole world, China is moving closer to the centre stage and __________ greater _____________ __________ mankind 第一节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）‎ ‎ 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。‎ John Snow was a famous doctor in London. In his time cholera was the __71______ (dead) disease. So John Snow made up his mind to help ordinary people __72________ (expose) to cholera. At that time, no one knew its cause or cure. He knew it would never be under control___73_____ its cause was found. He thought people got attacked 16‎ ‎ by this disease __74__ (absorb) into their bodies. He tried to prove this. So when another outbreak hit London in 1854, he gathered information and made a map, marking where all the dead people had lived. It was valuable. And finally he drew a _____75__(conclude) that the water was ____76_____ (blame). Then John Snow looked into the source of water. He found all the deaths linked to the polluted water. So he said with certainty that it was the polluted water ____77____carried the virus. To prevent this from______78______ (happen) again, John Snow suggested that the source of all the water supplies__79____(examine). Finally “King Cholera”_____80____ (defeat)‎ 第四节 单句改错（10分）‎ 以下10个句子，每个句中只有一处错误。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。‎ ‎81. It is greatly for your credit that you have passed such a difficult examination.‎ ‎82. Mrs.Brown was much disappointed to see the washing machine she had had it repaired went wrong again ‎83. Please put all the books in places on the shelf after you finish reading them．‎ ‎84. Judging from his disappointing look on his face, he can’t have passed the driving test.‎ 85. If not handling well, the relationship between China and Japan will go tense.‎ 86. It’s helpful to put children in a situation when they can see themselves differently.‎ 87. You can depend on that I'm trying to do what is best, but equally I have got to consider the cost.‎ ‎88. I had just finished my report while Jenny invited me to go outside for a rest.‎ ‎89. The woman seats under the tree , dressed in a blue shirt, is our headmaster.‎ 16‎ ‎90. Despite their lacking of interest, Fleming kept trying to develop the chemical so that it would be safe and effective.‎ 第五节 书面表达（20分）‎ ‎《中国日报》要报道一批优秀教师的事迹，请你根据以下要点提示用英语写一篇介绍你班班主任李老师的短文。注意：⑴词数100左右。(2）不要逐字逐句翻译。‎ ‎1. 年近三十，从教十年。‎ ‎2. 知识渊博，教学方法科学，上课生动有趣。‎ ‎3. 严格、友善、耐心，深受学生欢迎。‎ ‎4 工作努力，受到表彰。‎ ‎5. 鼓励大家勤奋学习。在他的帮助下，大家进步很大。‎ ‎ Our Head Teacher,‎ Mr. Li is my head teacher.__________________________________________‎ ‎____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________‎ 16‎ ‎2019学年度第一学期八县（市）一中期中联考高二年英语科参考答案 ‎1~5 ABBCA 6~10 BBBAC 11~15 CBACB 16~20 AACBB ‎21-23 BCD 24-26 ABD 27-30 DCCA 31-35 DEGAF ‎36-40 BADBD 41-45 BBCCA 46-50 CACAB 51-55 ACBBD ‎ 单词拼写 41. accused 42. approved 43. adjustments 44.informed 45. concentrating./focusing ‎ ‎46.symptoms 47. impression 48. ceremony 49. constantly 50. delight 完成句子 51 put forward ; leaving out 52. did announce to us 53. Described as, being built 54. impresses on/upon, only, why 55. As, making, contributions to ‎ 语法填空 ‎56. deadly 57. exposed 58. until 59. absorbed 60. conclusion ‎ ‎61.to blame 62. that 63. happening 64. (should) be examined 65. was defeated 单句改错 ‎66. for 改成to 67.it 删掉 68. places改成place 69.disappointing 改成disappointed 70. handling 改成handled 71. when 改成where 72. on 后面加上it ‎ ‎73. while 改成when 74.seats 改成seated 75. lacking 改成lack ‎ 书面表达 One possible version: Our Head Teacher,‎ Mr. Li,is my head teacher. He is now nearly thirty and has been teaching in our school for almost ten years. He has much knowledge ,whose teaching method is scientific. All of us enjoy his lessons which are lively and interesting. Not only is he strict but also kind and patient. As a result, he is popular with us students. All these years he has been devoted to his teaching. Many a time , he has been praised for his excellent work. What's more, he often encourages us to study hard for the good of our country. With his help, we’ve made great progress.‎ Mr. Li is not only our good teacher but also our good friend. We all love a 16‎ nd respect him. ‎ 听力录音材料 Text 1‎ M: Why didn't you make a birthday cake for Peter? ‎ W: Because I didn't have enough butter and you weren't here to buy any. I really had my hands full.‎ Text 2‎ M:What do you think of the environment of that district? ‎ W: No fish could survive in the rivers there.‎ Text 3‎ M: I'll do my homework right after I finish reading a few chapters of this novel.‎ W: Please have some food before you do your assignment.‎ Text 4‎ M: Do you know somewhere new and different for our vacation? ‎ W: We have been to Canada and Mexico so many times.How about Singapore? The street food there is supposed to be fantastic.‎ M: Great! ‎ Text 5‎ W: Listen,there's a new show at the Metropolitan Museum this Saturday.I was wondering if you would like to go with me.‎ M: I'd love to.I read about that show in the paper this morning.And I was just thinking about going this week.‎ Text 6‎ W: Hello,Dad. This is Maria.I'm on Highway 101.⑥I stopped the car and I can't get it started again.‎ M: Don't worry,dear.First you should put up the hood(折叠式车篷).Then tie a white piece of cloth onto the antenna（天线，触角）.That way people will know you are in trouble.‎ W: Should I turn on the headlights(前灯)? ‎ M: No,you shouldn't.You'll use out all the energy in the battery.⑦Just turn on the flashlights.Then lock the doors and wait for me.Maria,don't turn on the radio.It also uses too much energy.‎ W: Please hurry,Dad.It's dark and lonely here.‎ Text 7‎ M: Good morning,Mrs.Robinson.⑧Can I borrow your long-legged chair,please? ‎ W: Not now,Mr.Price.I can give it to you this afternoon.My husband is using it right now.He's painting.‎ M: Painting! That's very interesting! He must be very interested in it.‎ W: Oh,it's not his interest,Mr.Price.He doesn't like it.‎ M: Doesn't like it? Is your husband painting a picture then? ‎ 16‎ W: No,he can't paint pictures.He isn't an artist.‎ M: What is he doing then? ‎ W: ⑩He's painting the sitting room.‎ Text 8‎ W: Do you know when you will be back this evening,Arek? ‎ M: I'm not sure.It depends on how long the interview lasts.Oh dear,I hope things will go well.I know I can do the job.It's just getting that across to them.‎ W: Just relax.Everyone has his first time.Don't get yourself worked up.Remember,you've got to make them believe that they need you.Have some more bread.It will make you feel much better.And pass me the milk,will you? What time is your appointment? ‎ M: 2:30.‎ W: Make sure you'll have a proper lunch.And don't get there too early,or you'll have to hang around.You'll manage.OK? I'm sure.‎ Text 9‎ W: Hi,Sam,would you like to come for Indian food with us next Friday? ‎ M: Sure,I love Indian food.Who else is coming? ‎ W: Jane,Susan,Pete and two colleagues of mine.‎ M: I have no plans for Friday, so Indian food would be great.Which restaurant do you have in mind? ‎ W: Susan suggested the one on Main Street.She says it is very good.‎ M: Which one is that? ‎ W: You know,the one just on the corner with Oxford Street.There is a large drugstore next door.‎ M: Oh yes,I know which one you mean.I have never been there,but I looked at their menu once and it did look good.‎ W: Okay then.I think we will all meet outside.‎ M: What time? ‎ W: At 8 o'clock.I will make the reservation.‎ M: That's good.See you on Friday.‎ Text 10‎ M: In the United States,the cost of living has been rising for the past few decades.Food prices,clothing costs,housing expenses,and school fees are constantly getting higher and higher.Mothers have been leaving the traditional role of full-time homemaker(料理家务者).Increasingly,they have been taking jobs outside the home.Making such a big role change affects the entire family,especially the children.Some consequences（结果，后果） are obvious.For example,dinner time is at a later hour.Mothers leave home in the morning,feeling guilty because they will not benefit everyone in the long run.The income will enable the family to save for college fees,take a long vacation,buy a new car,and so on.‎ 16‎ The emotional impact on the children can be big.After all,they are alone for several hours each day,and they feel that their mothers should “be there”for them.They might need help with their homework or want to share about the day's activities.All too often, however,the mothers arrive home exhausted and face the immediate task of preparing dinner.Their concern is making the evening meal for the family,not engaging in a relaxed conversation.‎ 16‎