【英语】辽宁省大连市2019-2020学年高二下学期期末考试

【英语】辽宁省大连市2019-2020学年高二下学期期末考试

辽宁省大连市2019-2020学年高二下学期期末考试 命题人：孙越 徐昕 杨扬 王玥莹 校对人：孙越 注意事项：‎ ‎1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在答题纸上。‎ ‎2. 作答时，务必将答案写在答题纸上。写在本试卷及草纸上无效。‎ 第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分 50 分）‎ 第一节 （共15 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）‎ 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。‎ A The Four Famous Embroideries (刺绣) of China refer to the Xiang embroidery in Hunan Province, Shu embroidery in Sichuan Province, Yue embroidery in Guangdong Province and Su embroidery in Jiangsu Province.‎ Xiang embroidery The earliest piece of Xiang embroidery was unearthed at the No. 1 Tomb of Mawangdui, Changsha City of the Han Dynasty (206 B.C.---A.D. 220). The weaving technique was almost the same as the one used in modern times, which shows that embroidery had already existed in the Han Dynasty. In its later development, it absorbs the characteristics of traditional Chinese paintings and reaches a high artistic level. Xiang embroidery crafts include valuable works of art, as well as products for daily use.‎ Shu embroidery Shu embroidery has formed its own unique characteristics: smooth, bright, neat, etc. The works choose flowers, animals, mountains, rivers and human figures as their themes. The craftsmanship of Shu embroidery involves a combination of fine art and practical uses, such as the facings of quilts, pillowcases, coats and screen covers.‎ Yue embroidery Influenced by national folk art, Yue embroidered pictures are mainly of dragons and phoenixes (凤凰), and flowers and birds, with neat designs and strong, contrasting colors. Gold-and-silk thread embroidery is widely used, even for crafts of daily use.‎ Su embroidery The weaving techniques of Su embroidery are characterized by the flat surface, dense lines, even pictures and harmonious colors. Su embroidery products fall into 3 major categories: costumes, decorations for halls and crafts for daily use. Double-sided embroidery is an excellent representative of Su embroidery.‎ ‎1. The unearthed embroidery at Mawangdui shows Xiang embroidery’s _______.‎ A. time-honoured history B. excellent designs C. artistic value D. advanced techniques ‎2. If you receive a double-sided embroidery as a gift, it must be ________.‎ A. Xiang embroidery B. Shu embroidery C. Yue embroidery D. Su embroidery ‎3. What do we know about the four famous embroideries?‎ A. All are rootedin folk art. B. All are valuable artworks.‎ C. All share the same themes. D. All have practical use.‎ B He ran between two defenders, pasta third, and a couple of seconds later his team had two more points. At the end of his final game, on April 11, he had scored 30 points.‎ This was the end of a career for Dwyane Wade, nicknamed “Flash”. It was the 37-year-old’s last game for the Miami Heat and his last appearance on an NBA basketball court. Over his storied career, Wade played in 1,054 regular-season games and 177 post-season games, scored more than 23,000 points, appeared in three NBA championships and earned one Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.‎ Coming from Chicago, Wade’s attitude and style of play moved many people, including former US President Barack Obama. “Whenever you got knocked down, you always showed us how to get back up,” Obama said in a tribute video. “You showed some Chicago spirit... and you did us proud.”‎ Wade broke down the door to the NBA in 2003 with his outstanding ball-handling skills and jumping ability. He had a strong principle, taking practice as seriously as he took games. He trained in the gym by himself during the off-season and exercised hard to stay in shape.‎ Wade has also spoken out on social issues. In 2012, 17-year-old Heat fan Trayvon Martin, an African-American, was shot in a racist attack on his way home from watching the NBA All-Star ‎ Game. Wade, together with LeBron James, led the Miami Heat squad, pulling up their hoodies (连帽衫) in support of justice for Martin, who had his hoodie up when he was killed. Wade hoped this action would bring attention to racist violence.‎ In 2003, he founded the Wade’s World Foundation, which provides support to various education, health, and family service programs. “Obviously, I’m one person. I can’t change the world, but I can help affect change in communities,” Wade told ESPN. “That’s what I want to continue to do.”‎ This is not the end of Wade’s story. He wants to continue fighting for economic and social equality in the US.‎ ‎4. How many games did Wade play in his professional career?‎ A. 1,054. B.177. C.23,000. D. 1,231.‎ ‎5. Wade was thought highly of by Obama because of _____________.‎ A. his strong willpower B. his flexible playing style C. his extraordinary skills D. his honourable ambition ‎6. Why did Wade and his teammates pull up their hoodies?‎ A. To follow Martin’s heroic behaviour. B. To speak out for Martin.‎ C. To try on the latest fashion. D. To show racial equality.‎ ‎7. This passage is mainly about Wade’s _________.‎ A. outstanding professional career B. legendary life experiences C. achievements in social equality D. influence in sports and society C As a child, I never imagined that one day a man would walk on the moon. Yet this year we marked the 50th anniversary of the famous Apollo 11 mission. As those historic pictures were beamed (传递) back to Earth, millions of us sat transfixed (使…呆住) to our television screens, as we watched Neil Armstrong taking a small step for man and a giant leap for mankind---and, indeed, for womankind. It’s a reminder for us all that giant leaps often start with small steps.‎ This year we marked another important anniversary: D-Day. On 6th June 1944, some 156,000 British, Canadian and American forces landed in northern France. It was the largest ever seabourne invasion and was delayed due to bad weather. I well remember the look of concern on my father’s face. He knew the secret D-Day plans but could of course share that burden with no ‎ one.‎ For the 75th anniversary of that decisive battle, in a true spirit of reconciliation (和解), those who had formally been sworn enemies came together in friendly commemorations (纪念) either side of the Channel, putting past differences behind them. Such reconciliation seldom happens overnight. It takes patience and time to rebuild trust, and progress often comes through small steps.‎ Since the end of the Second World War, many charities, groups and organisations have worked to promote peace and unity around the world, bringing together those who have been on opposing sides. By being willing to put past differences behind us and move forward together, we honour the freedom and democracy (民主) once won for us at so great a cost.‎ The path, of course, is not always smooth, and may at times this year have felt quite bumpy, but small steps can make a world of difference. And, as we all look forward to the start of a new decade, it’s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.‎ And so, I wish you all a very happy Christmas.‎ ‎8. Who does the “I” in the passage probably refer to?‎ A. Neil Armstrong. B. Winston Churchill.‎ C. Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ. D. Donald Trump.‎ ‎9. What does the underlined word “bumpy” mean in the fifth paragraph?‎ A. Smooth. B. Rough. C. Flat. D. Straight.‎ ‎10. The passage might be a speech on _______.‎ A. Christmas Day B. New Year’s Eve C. the anniversary of D-Day landing D. Victory in Europe Day ‎11. What is the purpose of the passage?‎ A. To honour the achievements of moon-landing.‎ B. To remember the victory of D-Day landing.‎ C. To promote reconciliation across the Channel.‎ D. To urge efforts for a world of peace and unity.‎ D ‎14 days. That’s the time Chinese scientists took to identify the full genetic sequence of the ‎ novel coronavirus (新冠病毒) since its outbreak. It was shared with the WHO immediately, and has now become an important foundation for global researchers in the fight against the COVID-19. But first, let us turn the clock back 17 years, when it took months to identify the SARS virus. From months to 14 days, what changed? It turns out AI played an important part.‎ The scientists first obtained bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid (支气管扩张灌洗液) samples from patients, isolated (分离) the DNA and RNA, then sequenced the genetic material by comparing them. AI’s advantage is its ability to recognize patterns among a flood of data.‎ Let me put it in a simple way. Sequencing the coronavirus genome (基因组) is similar to looking for a needle in a haystack (干草堆)---looking for genotypes (基因型) with specific characteristics from a huge gene pool. That’s where search algorithm (算法), a branch of modern AI, comes in. Think of it as an efficient search engine, which can find the needle in the haystack. This search algorithm can shorten months-long genetic sequencing to weeks or even just a few days. Combined with macro-genomic sequencing and a virus library, this AI technology can also be used in tracking virus mutation (突变).‎ AI doesn’t just support scientists. It can also help patients by improving the efficiency of diagnosis (诊断). China launched a Genomics Service, which can run multiple virus gene comparisons and produce a detailed report within 60 seconds. This algorithm has been put into use in China and shared to the world for free.‎ ‎12. AI’s advantage is that it can________.‎ A. slow down the spread of coronavirus B. separate DNA from RNA C. identify specific genotypes rapidly D. obtain samples from patients quickly ‎13. The search algorithm helps shorten the time of genetic sequencing by __________.‎ A. finding a needle in a haystack B. serving as a search engine C. combining with a virus library D. tracing virus mutation ‎14. What do we know about the Genomics Service in the last paragraph?‎ A. It has been widely used in the world. B. Itis mainly based on blood test.‎ C. Itis for fast diagnosis of COVID-19. D. It is used to track COVID-19 patients.‎ ‎15. What’s the best title of the passage?‎ A. 14 Days---China Made it! B. AI Assists in COVID-19 Fight C. Search Algorithm, Best Choice D. China’s Genomics Service 第二节（共5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）‎ 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。‎ In 1972, UNESCO started a programme to protect the world’s cultural and natural heritage. Since then, more than 800 cultural sites that are thought to be of special importance to human history and culture have been added to the World Cultural Heritage Site List. ___16___.‎ The Taj Mahal, which was built between 1631 and 1648, is a masterpiece of architecture. It took more than 20,000 workers and 1,000 elephants to complete the project, and the stones came from as far away as China.‎ ‎___17___. In the early 17th century, India was ruled by an emperor named Shah Jahan. The emperor loved his wife, Mumtaz, so much that he built the Taj Mahal in her memory. Shah Jahan was later buried next to Mumtaz, and the couple now rest together forever.‎ If the Taj Mahal is a celebration of the heart, then the Imperial Tombs of the Ming and Qing Dynasties are a monument to the mind and spirit. ___18___.‎ What makes the Qing and Ming Tombs so unique among amazing global buildings? ___19___. Built by several emperors, the Imperial Tombs represent Chinese architectural styles and historical values that have been handed down from generation to generation for thousands of years.‎ ‎___20___. The UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites programme attempts to protect and preserve the best of human history. Masterpieces such as the Taj Mahal and the Imperial Tombs of the Ming and Qing Dynasties remind us of what we can achieve at our finest, and inspire us to live up to our great past in the future.‎ A. Building the Taj Mahal was a labour of love.‎ B. There are many beautiful legends concerning it.‎ C. Two of the best-known examples are listed below.‎ D. The Imperial Tombs have been well-preserved ever since.‎ E. It’s the fact that they bring together architecture and philosophy.‎ F. Human life lasts only a short time but art and culture last forever.‎ G. Visitors can feel both the weight of history and a wonderful sense of peace.‎ 第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30 分）‎ 第一节（共15 小题: 每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）‎ 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。‎ My mother believed in magic. She believed things happened for a/an ___21___. She was vocal about “happy accidents”.‎ ‎“See this little box? It’s magic: inside ___22___ a bird that can sing.”‎ I carefully wound the tiny music box, and my sons were ___23___ attracted by the beautiful music, coming up and wondering what it was. Besides singing, the bird ___24___ flapped (拍打) its wings, and opened and closed its small beak (鸟喙).‎ ‎“Please don’t touch it,” I ___25___ . However, weeks later I noticed the bird no longer moved back fully. I was so angry that I ___26___ my sons.‎ ‎“I pushed the lid down,” volunteered the 7-year-old cautiously. Obviously, he realized what a big mistake he had made. I was going to ___27___ him. However, another voice told me that I might find a skilled person to ___28___ the bird back to life first.‎ Unfortunately, I soon discovered that few people could ___29___ broken music boxes. It took me lots of ___30___ to find one. After lots of time and cost, I was delighted to witness the fragile bird sing once more. What I did not ___31___ was that the tiny bird would also spin(旋转).‎ ‎“It spins!” I said, totally ___32___ .‎ ‎“It’s supposed to do that,” the man said with a heavy German accent. “I guess it is ___33___ that your son broke it, because now the bird does what it was ___34___ to do.”‎ A happy accident, ___35___.‎ ‎21. A. excuse B. result C. reason D. goal ‎22. A. flies B. lives C. lays D. sees ‎23. A. instantly B. eventually C. gradually D. accidentally ‎24. A. merely B. still C. suddenly D. also ‎25. A. requested B. declared C. warned D. repeated ‎26. A. gathered B. seized C. dragged D. led ‎27. A. comfort B. believe C. ignore D. punish ‎28. A. carry B. take C. bring D. get ‎29. A. discover B. make C. own D. repair ‎30. A. fortune B. efforts C. chances D. risks ‎31. A. observe B. expect C. realize D. feel ‎32. A. sad B. moved C. satisfied D. amazed ‎33. A. wrong B. reasonable C. good D. obvious ‎34. A. trained B. asked C. allowed D. designed ‎35. A. indeed B. though C. either D. instead 第二节（共10 小题；每小题 1.5 分， 满分15 分）‎ 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。‎ David Copperfield is the eighth novel by Charles Dickens. The novel features David Copperfield and is written ___36___ the first person. The story is about Copperfield’s adventures and numerous friends and ___37___ (enemy) he meets along his way. It has been called Dickens’ masterpiece, which marks a turning point in ___38___ (he) works, a point that separates the novels of youth and those of maturity.‎ David Copperfield ___39___ (consider) to be more than an autobiography. In the words of the author, the novel was “a very complicated weaving of truth and ___40___ (invent)”. It has some elements of Dickens’ own life---his schooling and reading, and his successful novel writing. And it also gives ___41___ broad picture of the author’s day. Dickens included aspects of Victorian Era life ___42___ he wanted to highlight or wished to change. The attitude of middle class society, the status of women in marriage, and the rigid class structure were what he highlighted, while the system for ___43___ (handle) criminals, the quality of schools, and the employment of children in the fast-spreading factories of the 19th century were what he wished to change for the ___44___ (good). Undoubtedly, he, among other authors, ___45___ (success) in bringing about changes regarding child labour and schooling for more children up to age 12.‎ 第三部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）‎ 第一节（满分 15 分）‎ 为了丰富校园生活，给学生提供展示才艺的机会，你校英语社将于近日组织“校园好声音”云歌曲大赛。你受委托写一份通知，内容包括：‎ ‎1.主题：爱与和平；‎ ‎2.要求：上传视频到百度云(Baidu Cloud)；‎ ‎3.截止时间：7月20日下午4点。‎ 注意：1.词数80左右；‎ ‎2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。‎ NOTICE The notice is to inform that the English Club is organizing its 2020 Best School Voice online competition.‎ ‎___________________________________________________________________________‎ July 14th, 2020 the English Club 第二节（满分 25 分）‎ 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为 150 左右。‎ Asa father, I was always seeking for opportunities to teach my son how to balance risk with freedom.‎ Last month, I bought four little chicks. I decided to make a beautiful coop (鸡笼) for them. In the next few weeks, I, together with my son Gordon, spent all our spare time in the garage. Finally, the coop was finished.‎ While admiring his well-made handwork, Gordon suddenly raised his head and asked, “Dad, shall we lock the chicks in the coop all the time? I am afraid they will be attacked by some fierce animals or become someone’s chicken soup?” Seeing his anxious look, I cracked a smile and asked, “Do you want to be trapped in a limited room or have the freedom to get around?” Hesitant for a while, he murmured, “Freedom, of course.” “Chicks will also think so.” Therefore, our chicks were often seen chasing around in the lawns (草坪), digging for bugs in the bushes and laying eggs in the yard.‎ Yesterday, we needed to go downtown to shop for food supply after lunch. Knowing that the chicks wouldn’t go very far, we left home with them running around the lawn. When we got back, the first thing Gordon did was to check on his chicks. There were only three chicks in the yard. Their feathers were no longer fair and smooth but dirty and tangled (乱糟糟的). Hearing our steps, they jumped to their feet and scattered in all directions, seeming to have just experienced a terrifying disaster. Worse still, Pecky, Gordon’s favourite chick was nowhere to be found.‎ We searched the yard inch by inch and found some feathers littering the yard. Seeing this, Gordon’s eyes got watery. I picked Gordon up and comforted him. As we began to accept the fact ‎ that we were now a three-chick family, we heard it---a soft clucking (咯咯声) sound under a bush.‎ Para 1: I put Gordon down and we looked under the bush.‎ Para 2: The next day Gordon offered to have a talk with me.‎ ‎【参考答案】‎ ‎1~3ADD 4~7DABD 8~11CBAD 12~15CBCB 16~20CAGEF ‎21~25CBADC 26~30ADCDB 31~35BDCDA ‎36. in 37. enemies 38. his 39. is considered/ has been considered 40. invention ‎41. a 42. that/which 43. handling 44. better 45. succeeded 书面表达 NOTICE The notice is to inform that the English Club is organizing its 2020 Best School Voice online competition. The competition is aimed to enrich students’ after-school activities and set a stage for them to showcase their singing talents. The theme of this year is Love and Peace. Interested students are requested to record a clip of their singing in MP4 and upload it to Baidu Cloud by 4:00 PM on July 20th. Make sure your video is no longer than 5 minutes and less than 200M. Do you want to be the best voice? Just come and join us!‎ July 14th, 2020 the English Club 读后续写 possible version：‎ I put Gordon down and we looked under the bush. In sight was a trembling little figure. “It’s Pecky!” Gordon yelled. Seeing Gordon, Pecky raised its head, flapped its wings, trying to stand up but failed. Obviously, its left leg was terribly injured. Gordon picked it up with great care. Later, after checking the security camera, we finally knew the whole story: a hungry wild cat had stolen into the lawn and chased the chicks crazily. Unbelievably, all the chicks magically survived, despite the fact that Pecky was stuck in the bush.‎ The next day Gordon offered to have a talk with me. “Dad, we must lock the chicks in the coop.” He was half crying and his eyes went red. Looking into his eyes, I said softly, “Risk is part of our life. We will never give up freedom for fear of risk. Do you think the chicks will survive without the freedom to run every day?” After a pause, I continued, “We can be more careful next time. OK?” Seemingly having fully understood, Gordon nodded in agreement.‎