北京师范大学附属实验中学

2014—2015学年度第一学期期中高三年级英语试卷

班级_______ 姓名_______________ 学号_______

第一部分：听力理解(共三节，30分)

第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分)

听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话你将听一遍。

1. How much did the man pay for the car?

A. $2,000. B. $4,000. C. $5,000.

2. What does the man suggest the woman do?

A. Study music. B. Go to the concert. C. Prepare for the exam.

3. Why does the man refuse the woman’s invitation?

A. He has no time this weekend.

B. He doesn’t like the museum.

C. He will go to the museum with his mother.

4. Where is the small bathroom?

A. Upstairs. B. Next to the kitchen. C. Next to the living room.

5. What are the speakers talking about?

A. Study. B. Sports. C. Work.

第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分)

听下面4段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几道小题，从每题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有5秒钟时间阅读每小题。听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白你将听两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。

6. Where does the man want to spend his holidays?

A. On Sandy Beach. B. On a golf course. C. On a peaceful beach.

7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

A. Colleagues. B. Classmates. C. Husband and wife.

听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。

8. What did Bill do?

A. He got a copy of the exam.

B. He cheated in the exam.

C. He missed the exam.

9. What does the woman suggest the man do?

A. Call Dr Ibsen. B. Talk with Bill. C. Go and see Dr Ibsen.

听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。

10. What has the woman done?

A. She has made the invitations.

B. She has planned the games.

C. She has sent out the invitations.

11. What will be served at the party?

A. Wine. B. Ice cream. C. A big cake.

12. What does the man think is a great idea?

A. The woman hired two people to help.

B. The woman does everything herself.

C. The woman prepared some paper products.

听第9段材料，回答第13至15题。

13. What does the speaker say about the subway?

A. It always arrives on time.

B. It is usually crowded.

C. It often gets stuck.

14. What was the car like when the subway stopped that day?

A. It was shaking. B. It was dark and hot. C. It was completely cold.

15. What did the speaker do when the subway came to the next stop?

A. He sat down and relaxed.

B. He went to another car.

C. He got off quickly.

第三节 听取信息（共5小题；每小题1.5分）

听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入标号为16-20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间，录音读两遍。你将有60秒钟的作答时间。（每小题仅填写一个词；请将这五道小题的答案填写在答题纸上。）

第二部分：知识运用（共两节，45分）

第一节 单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，共15分）

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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

21. You don’t have to worry about my survival or my future, Daddy. I have no problem with _____ of them.

A. neither B. either C. each D. all

22. Children need friends ______ their own age to play with.

A. for B. of C. in D. at

23. your compositions carefully and some spelling mistakes can be avoided.

A. Having checked B. To check C. Checked D. Check

24. — I’m trying to find yesterday’s newspaper. Have you seen it?

—I’m afraid that I _____ it away. I thought you had finished reading it.

A. threw B. had thrown C. throw D. will throw

25. _____ underground for 2 years, David says the worst thing is not the danger but the darkness.

A. Working B. Having worked C. To have worked D. Worked

26. —You have finished two cakes?

—Yes. But the second was _____ little bit small, so may I have ___ third one?

A. a; a B. a; the C. 不填；the D. 不填；a

27. Helen always helps her mother even though going to school ______ most of her day.

A. saves up B. makes up C. takes up D. puts up

28. Last week another teacher, Jenny, and I did visit a village _____ is the home of one of the boys, Tom.

A. which B. where C. what D. whose

29. I’m sorry you’ve been waiting so long, but it’ll still be some time ______ Tom gets back.

A. when B. after C. before D. since

30. Jack glared at Susan, tears _____ his eyes, and shouted out the words ____ in his heart for years.

A. filling; hidden B. filled; hidden

C. filling; having been hidden D. filled; hiding

31. —When will the expert come and give the lecture on economic development?

—Not until our program .

A. is approving B. has been approved

C. is to approve D. will be approved

32. ____ in a poor family made Jack very hardworking when he was still young..

A. Bringing up B. Being brought up

C. Having brought up D. Brought up

33. It is our responsibility, so _____ I don't want now is to push it to the students.

A. how B. which C. that D. what

34. I was really anxious about you. You _____ home without a word.

A. mustn’t leave B. couldn’t have left

C. shouldn’t have left D. needn’t leave

35. When Madam Curie did the science experiment again, she was more careful where she a mistake.

A. made B. has made C. was making D. had made

第二节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，共30分）

Two years ago, Shirley, wife, mother and doctor, found herself worn out. She got up earlier, and went to bed later, just to meet everyday 36 _____ , but lacked 37 _____ for the things that mattered most. She and her husband, a lawyer, began searching for ways to 38 _____ their lives. “We had to decide what was really 39 _____” says Shirley. They knew they wanted more time to 40 _____ with their three- year -old son, to exercise and eat right, and to develop friendship.

So the couple chose to live more simply, shopping with care for necessities and enjoying inexpensive 41 _____ such as reading, cooking and going to the park.

Then Shirley 42 _____ her job and began working part time. She printed business cards that 43 _____ “At your service, buy 44 _____ a little time” and helped clients (客户）with personal tasks like shopping, paying bills and 45_____ parties. “I still work hard, but being able to control my hours makes a 46 _____ , ” she says, “ I can spare time to take my son to the 47 _____ or play basketball with him. My stress and headaches are 48 _____ ”

Shirley and her husband are 49 _____ alone in wanting to 50 _____ and live a satisfying life. A survey found that 54 percent of parents say they have little time with their children, and 47 percent of married couples 51_____that they lack time together. 52 _____does the time go?

For most people, 53 _____ and commuting (通勤) take up most of the day. Simplifying means becoming 54 _____ of the ways we use money, time and energy, and finding ways to make things easier. Then we have to gain 55 _____ over life and have time for the pleasures.

第三部分：阅读理解（共两节，40分）

第一节 （共15小题；每小题2分，共30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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A

UGG boots have been a winter-weather fashion for several years now, combining function, comfort, warmth and even some style. What many UGG-enthusiasts don’t know is that their boots are a breeding ground for bacteria and cause foot problems.

Doctors believe the boots, which are particularly popular among young teenage girls, are leading to a rise in the number of people suffering pains in their feet and knees.

Dr. Ian Drysdale, head of the British College of Osteopathic Medicine, believes because the foot does not get the proper support on the inside, it will lead to more ankle, knee, hip and back problems. “These boots are not designed for outside wear. Just because something becomes a trend or fashionable doesn’t mean it’s good or right, ” he said, “The particular problem with this type of footwear is that it is unsupported. It’s a slipper. You wouldn’t normally expect to be doing outdoor activities from something that’s indoor. If you decide to wear your pajamas outside all the time, someone will come up and say it’s not a good idea.” Dr. Drysdale explained that the feet issues become a particular problem among young teenage girls, whose bones are “plastic” and developing when they are growing. “If that structure is developing in an inappropriate way,” he said, “then the ultimate structure will be deformed ”

Mike O’Neill, a consultant surgeon, said, “As the foot slides around, you get wear and tear (磨损）on the joints on the inside of the foot The ankle is in the wrong position, the thigh bone also changes position, and you get an abnormal movement in the pelvis, which leads to back problems. ”

UGG Australia, who makes the designer version of the boots, told The Daily Mirror that their boots are “comfort” rather than “performance” footwear and consumers should be aware of “knockoffs”（仿制品) which lack reinforced heels in their boots.

56.Teenage girls prefer to wear UGG boots because of the following except______

A. design B. comfort C. quality D. warmth

57.According to Dr. Ian Drysdale, _____

A. there is a possibility that bacteria will multiply in UGG boots

B. wearing UGG boots will lead to more ankle and toe problems

C. it’s not a good idea to wear boots like UGG outside all the time

D. teenage girl’s bones are plastic enough to wear UGG boots

58.The underlined word “deformed” is closest in meaning to_____

A. shaped B. strengthened C. reformed D. damaged

59. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?

A. Potential Harm of UGG Boots B. The Popularity of UGG Boots

C. The Unique Design of UGG Boots D. Benefits of UGG Boots

B

Service Foods makes it easier for cooks to reduce mealtime complaints. Service Foods is so confident that they can reduce complaints, in fact, that the company is offering a series of mealtime complaint-reduction tips.

According to a representative of Service Foods, complaints can occur when busy cooks serve substandard, low quality meats. As products sit in packaging in the meat case at the store, the meat can age out too much. The natural flavor disappears, and it can be replaced with an undesirable strange flavor. According to Service Foods, complaints from children are common when you serve substandard meats. Kids may not have the words to describe why they don’t like the meats, but they’re certainly willing to express their displeasure. By serving meats from Service Foods, complaints can be reduced. Service Foods meats are all natural and organic, meaning the meats have no chemicals or water or colorings that could change the taste. And the meats are flash-frozen right after cutting, so they won’t taste strange to your children.

If you’re facing different types of complaints, Service Foods may still be able to help you. Some families have mealtime boredom. The same meals, served in the same way, week after week, can be incredibly boring and hard to look forward to. When it comes to these complaints, Service Foods has the answer right on the web. Just go to http://www.servicefoods.com and you’ll find a long list of recipes to try. Some of these recipes are made in demonstration format, so you can watch the video and get step-by-step instructions on how to prepare the meals. By following these recipes from Service Foods, complaints relating to boredom can certainly be reduced.

While Service Foods knows complaints at mealtime can never be totally eradicated, as picky kids will always be picky kids with concerns, the company is doing everything possible to deal with the problem and get cooks the help they need.

60. Service Foods can solve mealtime boredom by ___________.

A. serving flash-frozen meat

B. expressing children’s complaints

C. instructing different ways of cooking

D. supplying natural food without chemicals

61. The underlined word “eradicated” in the last paragraph can be replaced with __________.

A. covered B. removed C. reduced D. accepted

62. From the passage we can learn that Service Foods can do the following EXCEPT ___________.

A. cook food for picky kids B. teach how to prepare meals

C. provide natural and organic meat D. help reduce complaints about foods

63. What will the readers probably do after reading the passage?

A. Pay for Service Foods service. B. Buy organic meat from now on.

C. Write recipes for Service Foods D. Answer complaints on the web.

C

In her new book, “The Smartest Kids in the World”, Amanda Ripley, an investigative journalist, tells the story of Tom, a high-school student from Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, who decides to spend his senior year in Wroclaw, Poland. Poland is a surprising educational success story: in the past decade, the country raised students’ test scores from significantly below average to well above it. Polish kids have now outscored American kids in math and science, even though Poland spends, on average, less than half as much per student as the United States does. One of the most striking differences between the high school Tom attended in Gettysburg and the one he ends up at in Wroclaw is that the latter has no football team or teams of any kind.

That American high schools spend more time and money on sports than on math is an old complaint. In December, when the latest Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) results are announced, it’s safe to predict that American high-school students will once again show their limited skills in math and reading, outscored not just by students in Poland but also by students in places like China, Finland, Singapore, and Japan. Meanwhile, they will have played some very exciting football games, which will have been breathlessly written up in their hometown papers.

Why does this situation continue? Well, for one thing, kids like it. And for another, according to Ripley, parents seem to like the arrangement, too. She describes a tour she took of a school in Washington D.C., which costs thirty thousand dollars a year. The tour leader — a mother with three children in the school — was asked about the school’s flaws (瑕疵). When she said that the math program was weak, none of the parents taking the tour reacted. When she said that the football program was weak, the parents suddenly became concerned. “Really?” one of them asked worriedly, “What do you mean?”

One of the ironies of the situation is that sports show what is possible. American kids’ performance on the field shows just how well they can do when expectations are high. It’s too bad that their test scores show the same thing.

64. Tom decides to spend his senior year in Poland because _________.

A. he intends to improve his scores

B. Polish kids are better at learning

C. sports are not supported at schools in Gettysburg

　 D. he wants to be the smartest kid in the world

65. According to Paragraph 2, we know that _________.

A. PISA plays a very important role in America

B. little time is spent on sports in Japanese schools

C. American students do better in both math and sports

D. too much importance is placed on sports in America

66. The underlined sentence in the last paragraph means _________.

A. low expectations result in American students’ poor PISA performance

B. high expectations push up American students’ academic performance

C. American students’ academic performance worries their parents a lot

D. lacking practice contributes to American students’ average performance

67. The purpose of this article is to _________.

A. compare Polish schools with those in America

B. call on American schools to learn from the Polish model

C. draw public attention to a weakness in American school tradition

D. explain what is wrong with American schools and provide solutions

D

Personality is, to large extent, inherent --A-type parents usually bring about A-type offspring. But the environment must also have a profound effect, since if competition is important to the parents, it is likely to become a major factor lives of their children.
One place where children soak up A characteristics is school, which is, by its very nature, a highly competitive institution. Too many schools adopt the "win at all costs" moral standard and measure their success by sporting achievements. The current passion for making children compete against their classmates or against the clock produces a two-layer system, in which competitive A types seem in some way better than their B-type fellows. Being too keen to win can have dangerous consequences: remember that Pheidippides, the first marathon runner, dropped dead seconds after saying:"Rejoice, we conquer!".

By far the worst form of competition in school is the disproportionate emphasis on examinations. It is a rare school that allows pupils to concentrate on those things they do well. The merits of competition by examination are somewhat questionable, but competition in the certain knowledge of failure is positively harmful.
Obviously, it is neither practical nor desirable that all A youngsters change into 'B's. The world needs types, and schools have an important duty to try to fit a child's personality to his possible future employment. It is top management.
68. Which of the following statements is not true according to the author of the passage?

A. Schools usually adopt severe competitive policies.
B. Students are often divided by competition results.
C. School is place where children cultivate their characteristics.
D. The stronger desire for winning, the better.

69. The phrase "soak up" is closest in meaning to ____.
A. pull up B. take up Ｃ. take in D. pull in

70. What attitude does the author hold toward examinations in schools?
A. positive B. negative C. doubtful D. neutral

第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，共10分）

根据短文内容，从短文后的七个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。（答案涂在76-80）

How Can I Fight Laziness?

Lazy people will never achieve anything in life. However, laziness can be defeated once a few changes have been made in your mind.

76 Many people lack sleep constantly, since they stay up too late and get up too early to prepare for work. These people have little motivation once they arrive home. Laziness works hand in hand with a lack of motivation and a tendency to put off things. By adjusting your sleep schedule to provide a few more hours of meaningful rest, you can fight laziness throughout the day.

Another way to fight laziness is to change your mind from passive to active. Some people treat their lives as if they were pushed from task to task. Others take a more proactive approach, viewing each task as a challenge they must overcome alone. 77

Some people fight laziness by removing the temptations(诱惑) that surround them. A television in the living room may provide entertainment, but watching too much TV often contributes to laziness. 78 Complete a few tasks and reward yourself with what you enjoy, such as a good dinner or a film.

Laziness can also be a lasting problem at home. Couples and children may all have different energy levels, but laziness can be spread if not dealt with immediately. 79 Be the first to collect and wash dishes after a meal. Others in the home may eventually follow your example and perform their own task. It is difficult to practise laziness when you are surrounded by motivated people.

80 Enough exercise and a balanced diet can help you to develop a healthy lifestyle, thus enabling you to have more energy and help lift your spirits.

A. To fight family laziness, set an example.

B. Knowing how to fight laziness is important.

C. One way to fight laziness is to get enough sleep.

D. Finally, taking exercise regularly can help you fight laziness.

E. With strong determination, you will be able to achieve your goal.

F. Laziness sets in when you no longer feel in charge of your own life.

G. Create a reward system for yourself, just as parents do for the children.

第II卷 (共两节，35分)

第一节：（15分）

你打算毕业后到美国留学, 想咨询你的美国朋友Chris。请你根据以下提示写一封信。 1．目的：增长见识，体验文化；

2．困惑：语言障碍，学业压力；

3．征求建议。

注意：1. 词数不少于50；

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

3. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。

Dear Chris,

__________________________________ _______________________________

Yours，

Joe

第二节 （20分）

假设你是红星中学高三（1）班的学生李华。下面四幅图描述了上周六和好友爬西山时你受伤的故事。请根据图片的先后顺序，为校刊“英语园地”写一篇短文。词数不少于60。

参考答案

1-5 BBACB 6-10 CAABA 11-15 CACBC

16. cough 17. cold 18. X-ray 19. work 20. pills

21-25 BBDAB 26-30 ACACA 31-35 BBDCD

36-40 CABCD 41-45 ADABB 46-50 DCABD 51-55 CCDAB

A篇：56-59 CCDA B篇：60-63 CBA A C篇： 64-67 ADAC D篇：68-70 DCC

76—80 CFGAD

书面表达：

第一节：

Dear Chris,

I’ve finally made my decision to go to America for further study after high school.

I’ve been longing to go to America, mainly for two reasons. One is that I can experience American culture, and the other is that I can broaden my mind in this country. But I have some worries. My English is a bit poor, especially spoken English. I’m afraid I’ll have trouble communicating. Besides, I may suffer from heavy pressure from college courses.

I hope you can offer me some practical advice.

Looking forward to your reply.

Yours,

Joe

第二节：

一、内容要点：1. 一起登山; 2. 大家登顶; 3. 下山受伤; 4. 朋友助我

二、说明：1．内容要点可用不同方式表达。2．对紧扣主题的适当发挥不予扣分。

三、One possible version：

Last Saturday，my friends and I went to climb the West Mountain. While climbing, we enjoyed the sunny weather and a beautiful view. We were very delighted to reach the top without much time or effort. However, we found it more difficult to go down, so we went slowly and helped each other when necessary. Though I took care a lot, unfortunately I slipped and hurt my leg badly and could hardly stood up. One of my friends came to me immediately and carried me on the back till we reached the foot of the mountain. I was very thankful and felt proud of having such good friends.

[英语]北京师范大学附属实验中学2015届高三上学期期中考试