上海市2017高一英语上学期期末考试.doc

2016学年度第一学期高一年级英语学科期末考试卷
（考试时间：90分钟　满分：100分　）

第I卷 (共80分)
I. Listening Comprehension (16%)
Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
1. A. At 2:35. B. At 2:45.
C. At 3:00. D. At 2:15.
2. A. Once a week. B. Twice a week.
C. Three times a week. D. Four times a week.
3. A. In Shanghai. B. In New York.
C. In London. D. In Japan.
4. A. 16.4 yuan. B. 7.2 yuan.
C. 5.8 yuan. D. 9.2 yuan.
5. A. Ann is cold. B. Ann is unfriendly.
C. Ann will help. D. Ann wants money.
6. A. Wife and husband. B. Secretary and boss.
C. Waitress and customer. D. Doctor and nurse.
7. A. 27815389. B. 27185398.
C. 27815398. D. 27185389.
8. A. Pleased. B. Critical.
C. Angry. D. Dissatisfied.
9. A.The man went to the concert, but the woman didn’t.
B. The woman went to the concert, but the man didn’t.
C. The speakers didn’t go to the concert.
D. Both speakers went to the concert.
10. A. The woman can’t attend the meeting.
B.The woman was mistaken.
C. He couldn’t keep his promise.
D. He didn’t know what the woman thought.

Section B
Directions: In Part B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage
11. A. It’s good for training one’s character but not good for one’s health.
B. It cannot prepare pupils to be good citizens.
C. It has less effect on a child’s character than sports and games.
D. It’s as important as after-class activities.
12. A. Because pupils there have to spend most of the time studying.
B. Because the school authorities insist on traditional ways of teaching.
C. Because the school authorities have neglected discipline.
D. Because pupils there are too fond of playing.
13. A. Practical work. B. Collective activities.
C. Teacher’s encouragement. D. Book knowledge.

Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
14. A. Because sports help one earn money.
B. Because sports help one keep healthy and happy as well as live longer.
C. Because sports help one kill time.
D. Because sports help one keep a living.
15. A. Horse-riding. B. Hunting.
C. Fishing. D. All of the above.
16. A. Football. B. Skating.
C. Swimming. D. Skiing.

II. Grammar and Vocabulary (25%)
Section A (15%)
Directions: After reading the passages below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
(A )
Two years after making its first soft (17)_______(land) on the moon, China has started a new round of work focused on lunar exploration. The country is going to land an unmanned (无人操控的) spacecraft on the dark side of the moon. The plan (18)_______ (carry out) in two years’ time at most.
The moon’s dark side is never directly visible from the Earth. Although previous spacecraft have taken pictures of the dark side, none has landed on it. The new exploration will be the first time for human beings (19) _______ (land) a spacecraft on the unexplored side. It will also mark another milestone in China’s ambitious space program.
The exploration will be conducted by the new Chang’e-4 spacecraft. The spacecraft will make a soft landing on the dark side of the moon. Experts say the landing will be challenging. The dark side contains the (20) _______ (big) hole in the solar system, (21) _______ is about 2,500km wide and 13km deep.
The ability to explore the space is often seen as a marker of a country’s national strength and global status. In the past decades, China (22) _______ (spend) a lot of money and energy (23) _______ space programs. However, the country has mostly repeated (24) _______ the United States and Russia pioneered decades ago.
“The Chang’e-4 mission will be different,”said Liu Jizhong, China’s lunar exploration chief. “It will help our country make the leap from following to leading in the field of lunar exploration.”

( B )
One day, I read an article about The Life of Nick. When I saw it, I made up my mind to buy that book “The Life of Nick” (“Life Without Limits”). How wonderful it is. The book talks about (25) ______ Nick faced his difficulties and what persistence is.
Nick is a man (26) ______ was born with no arms or legs. Even though his body is restricted, he has never give up. To him, the sky is the limit. He challenges everything impossible to make it possible. For example, he (27) ______ swim, paint and even drive.
His story taught me that (28) _____ _____ _____difficult problems are, I should face up to them. Because of his story, I can always keep up my courage to overcome all difficulties. Moreover, it told me one of the most important points in life: If I fail, I should try again, and again, and again. Finally, I also learned that if I want to be successful, I have to change my thought first.
As his book says: “In life you have (29) ______ choice: Bitter or Better? Choose better, forget bitter.” Second, I need to stick to my mind all the time. Third, I should face my problems and do my best to change them. Don’t depend on (30) ______ because this is the only way (31) _______(strengthen) myself. The last but not least is confidence! “The Life of Nick” indeed taught me how to challenge myself and all difficulties.
Section B (10%)
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. price B. easier C. economical D. automatically E. condition F. worth G. affect H. collecting I. mind J. head K. considerately

When people need to make purchases, whether large-ticket items or small, they don’t necessarily consider purchasing that item used. If the thought crosses their 32 , they tend to think that finding somewhere to purchase a used item is too much trouble, or that the item won’t be in the best shape. Whatever the reason, they don’t bother to buy items used, and instead, 33 straight for shiny new things. What these people don’t realize is that when it comes to certain items, there is no point in paying full 34 . For certain items you can find equal quality with second-hand, and for a small part of the cost. And with some online sites, finding those items couldn’t be 35 . Why pay full price when you could be saving loads of money?
Here are some items that you would be much better off buying used:
1. Cars. The new car smell is unforgettable, but what’s even more unforgettable is the fact that the minute you drive a brand new car off a lot, its value drops 36 by about 20%. You lose 20% in the first few spins of the wheel alone! Unless you have unlimited resources, buying a used car is a clear 37 choice. In addition, insurance is a lot less on used cars than new cars. You can find a car in excellent 38 that’s a few years old. It’s definitely(肯定地） 39 the savings.
2. Textbooks. These days, even high school text books for advanced courses can cost you more than $200 dollars. Most likely, at the end of the semester, that $200 will end up sitting at the bottom of a pile of junk in the corner of a room, 40 dust. Don’t waste money on a new textbook. You can find used textbooks in excellent condition without scribbles(乱写) on the pages or anything that will 41 studies. Choose to either rent, borrow, or buy your textbook second hand.
3. Furniture. It’s no secret that furniture is pricey, and if you’re in the process of furnishing a new space with new furniture, prepare for your wallet to be drained. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. Flea markets are one of the excellent places for used furniture shopping. Flea markets also tend to have very unique pieces, which you wouldn’t be able to find in your department store.

III. Reading Comprehension (39%)Section A (15%)
Directions: For each blank in the following passages there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.
In order to be a success in the American 42 world, you must “get along” with people. You must learn to conduct yourself in such a way that you 43 the affection and respect of others. As we all know, Americans 44 business with pleasure.
Therefore, learning how to 45 informally can be a help with your American business contacts. Americans like to talk about a number of different topics—sports, politics, cars, popular movies and television shows and personal 46 . Many large American cities have sports teams. If you are 47 with Americans in the United States, it would be a good idea to find out about the local sports teams so that you can participate in the almost inevitable discussions about “how our 48 will do this year” .Politics can be a sensitive 49 unless everyone is of the same mind 50 .Limit your discussions to asking questions of your friends. Most Americans are 51 owners and some are even obsessive about the subject. You can contribute by talking about cars you have owned or by 52 information you have read in automotive magazines.
Americans watch television almost every night and attend movies regularly. 53 , television shows and the 54 movies become topics for discussions. If you are unable to 55 American television or attend American movies, reading the 56 section of such magazines as Time News week will keep you up to date on what is popular in America.
42. A. business B. job C. entertainment D. fashion
43. A. lack B. earn C. leave D. lose
44. A. mix B. enjoy C. like D. manage
45. A. conduct B. appear C. behave D. chat
46. A. impressions B. interests C. styles D. cultures
47. A. meeting B. working C. living D. playing
48. A. group B. business C. company D. team
49. A. subject B. topic C. hobby D. choice
50. A. politically B. economically C. professionally D. personally
51. A. house B. car C. business D. land
52. A. collecting B. sharing C. gathering D. analyzing
53. A. Therefore B. Moreover C. However D. In addition
54. A. interesting B. exciting C. excellent D. latest
55. A. witness B. look C. watch D. glance
56. A. entertainment B. sports C. business D. movie

Section B (24%)
Directions: Read the following passages. Each passage is followed by several questions. For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
(A)
For many years, no one could communicate with people who had been born without hearing. These deaf people were not able to use a spoken language.
But beginning in the 1700s, the deaf were taught a special language. Using the language, they could share thoughts and ideas with others. The language they used was a language without sound. It was a sign language.
How did this sign language work? The deaf were taught to make certain movements using their hands, faces, and bodies. These movements stood for things and ideas. A man might move his forefinger across his lips. This meant: “my uncle”. The deaf were also taught to use a finger alphabet. They used their fingers to make the letters of the alphabet. In this way, they spelled out words. Some deaf people could spell out words at a speed of 130 words per minute.
Sign language and finger spelling are not used as much as they once were. Today the deaf are taught to understand others by watching their lips. They are taught how to speak.
57. On the whole the story is about ___________.
A. how the deaf communicate B. learning to spell
C. teaching the deaf to speak D. writing sign languages
58. How did sign language help the deaf?
A. It helped them to learn to read.
B. The deaf could understand Indian sign language.
C. It helped them communicate with other people.
D. The deaf could move their thumbs across their lips.
59. What does it mean if a person moves his forefinger across his mouth?
A. He wants you to shut up.
B. It means somebody.
C. He believes what you are saying.
D. He doesn’t believe you.
60. The deaf don’t use sign language and finger spelling as much as they used to because ____________.
A. they find it much harder to learn sign language
B. they don’t like to use their fingers
C. they find it easier to watch the others’ lips
D. they are taught to understand the others by watching their lips
（B）
When you are advised to “get an education” if you want to raise your income, you are only told half the truth, what you should be told is to get just enough education to provide manpower for your society, but not too much education that would prove an embarrassment to your society. Get a high school diploma, at least. Without that, you are occupationally（职业地） dead, unless your name happens to be George Bernard Shaw or Thomas Alva Edison and you can successfully drop out in grade school.
Get a college degree, if possible. With a BA, you are on the launching pad. But now you have to start to put on the brakes. If you go for a master’s degree, make sure it’s an MBA, and only from a first-rate university. Beyond this, the famous law of diminishing returns (报酬递减规律性) begins to take effect. Do you know, for instance, that heavy truck drivers earn more a year than full professors? Yes, the average 1977 salary for those truckers was $ 24,000, while the full professor managed to average just $ 23,930.
A Ph.D. is the highest degree you can get, but except for a few specialized fields such as physics or chemistry, where the degree can quickly be turned to industrial or commercial purposes, you are facing a dark future. There are more Ph. Ds unemployed or underemployed in this country than any other part of world by far.
If you become a doctor of Philosophy in English or History or Anthropology or Political Science or language or-worst of all-in Philosophy, yo