1、2016衡水万卷作业七考试时间:45分钟姓名:_班级:_考号:_一 、完形填空阅读下面短文,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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。My kids and I were heading into the supermarket over the weekend. On the way ,we spotted a man holding a piece of paper that said, “ _1_ my job. Family to Feed.”At this store, a _2_ like this is not norm
2、al. My 10-year-old noticed him and make a _3_ on how bad it must be to have to stand _4_ in the cold wind.In the store, I asked each of my kids to _5_ something they thought our “friend” there would _6_. They got apples, a sandwich and a bottle of juice. Then my 17-year-old suggested giving him a _7
3、_. I thought about it. We were _8_ on cash ourselves, but well, sometimes _9_ from our need instead of our abundance is _10_ what we need to do! All the kids _11_ something they could do away with for the week.When we handed him the bag of _12_, he lit up and thanked us with _13_ eyes. When I handed
4、 him the gift card, saying he could use it for _14_his family might need, he burst into tears.This has been a wonderful _15_ for our family. For days the kids have been looking for others we can _16_! Things would have played out so _17_ if I had simply said, “No, we really dont have _18_ to give mo
5、re.” Stepping out not only helped a brother in _19_, it also gave my kids the _20_ taste of helping others. Itll go a long way with them.1.A. Lost B. Changed C. Quit D. Finished2.A condition B. place C. sight D. show3.A. suggestion B. comment C. decision D. call4.A. outside B. proudly C. by D. angri
6、ly5.A. draw B. say C. arrange D. pick6.A. order B. supply C. appreciate D. discover7.A. dollar B. job C. hot meal D. gift card8.A. easy B. low C. soft D. loose9.A. giving B. saving C. spending D. begging10.A. yet B. even C. still D. just11.A. declared B. shared C. ignored D. expected12.A . toys B. m
7、edicine C. food D. clothes13.A. sleepy B. watery C. curious D. sharp14.A. whoever B. whatever C. whichever D. whenever15.A. experience B. example C. message D. adventure16.A. rely on B. respect C. learn from D. help17.A. suddenly B. vividly C. differently D. perfectly18.A. time B. power C. patience
8、D. money19.A. fear B. love C. need D. memory20.A. strong B. sweet C. strange D. simple二 、阅读理解AMore students than ever before are taking a gap year(间隔年) before going to university. It used to be the “year off” between school and university. The gap-year phenomenon originated(起源) with the months left
9、over to Oxbridge applicants between entrance exams in November and the start of the next academic year.This year, 25,310 students who have accepted places in higher education institutions have put off their entry until next year, according to statistics on university entrance provided by the Univers
10、ity and College Admissions Service (UCAS).That is a record 14.7% increase in the number of students taking a gap year. Tony Higgins from UCAS said that the statistics are good news for everyone in higher education. “Students who take a well-planned year out are more likely to be satisfied with, and
11、complete, their chosen course. Students who take a gap year are often more mature and responsible,” he said.But not everyone is happy. Owain James, the president of the National Union of Students (NUS), argued that the increase is evidence of student hardship young people are being forced into earni
12、ng money before finishing their education. “New students are now aware that they are likely to leave university up to15,000 in debt. It is not surprising that more and more students are taking a gap year to earn money to support their study for the degree. NUS statistics show that over 40% of studen
13、ts are forced to work during term time and the figure increases to 90% during vacating periods,” he said.21.What do we learn about the gap year from the text?A.It is flexible in length.B.It is a time for relaxationC.It is increasingly popularD.It is required by universities22.According to Tony Higgi
14、ns. students taking a gap year _.A.are better prepared for college studiesB.know a lot more about their future jobC.are more likely to leave university in debtD.have a better chance to enter top universities23.How does Owain James feel about the gap-year phenomenon?A.Hes puzzledB.Hes worriedC.Hes su
15、rprisedD.Hes annoyed24.What would most students do on their vacation according to NUS statistics?A.Attend additional courses.B.Make plans for the new termC.Earn money for their educationD.Prepare for their graduate studiesBThere are many places to go on safari(观赏野生动物)in Africa, but riding a horse th
16、rough the flooded waters of Botswanas Okavango Delta must rank as one of the worlds most exciting wildlife journeys.Several safari camps operate as the base for this adventure, providing unique rides twice a day to explore deep into the delta. The camps have excellent horses, professional guides and
17、 lots of support workers. They have a reputation for providing a great riding experience.The morning ride, when the guides take you to beautiful, shallow lakes full of water lilies, tends to be more active. It is unlike any other riding experience. With rainbows forming in the splashing water around
18、 you and the sound of huge drops of water bouncing off your body and face. It is truly exciting. You are very likely to come across large wild animals, too. On horseback it is possible to get quite close to elephants, giraffes and many other animals. The sense of excitement and tension levels rise s
19、uddenly though, as does your heart rate, as you move closer to them.In the evening, rides are usually at a more relaxed and unhurried pace. With golden light streaming across the grassy delta and the animals coming out to eat and drink. Sedate though they are, rides at this time of day are still ver
20、y impressive. As the suns rays pass through the dust kicked up by the horses, the romance of Africa comes to life.Back at the camp you can kick off your boots and enjoy excellent food and wine. Looking back on your day, you will find it hard to deny that a horseback Safari is as close as you will ev
21、er come to answering the call of the wild.25.What does the underlined word They refer to?A. Flooded waters B. Wildlife journey C. Safari camps D. Unique rides26.What does the author find most exciting about a horse safari?A. Seeing and feeling the real African life.B. Enjoying good food and wine at
22、the camp.C. Hunting large animals just as our ancestors did.D. Being part of the scene and getting close to animals.27.What does the underlined word sedate probably mean?A. Wild and romantic B. Slow and peacefulC. Hurry and thirsty D. Active and excited28.The author introduced the riding experience
23、in the OKavango Delta mainly by_.A. Following space order B. Following time orderC. Making classifications D. Giving examplesCThe freezing Northeast hasnt been a terribly fun place to spend time this winter, so when the chance came for a weekend to Sarasota, Florida, my bags were packed before you c
24、ould say “sunshine”. I left for the land of warmth and vitamin C(维生素C), thinking of beaches and orange trees. When we touched down to blue skies and warm air, I sent up a small prayer of gratefulness. Swimming pools, wine tasting, and pink sunsets(at normal evening hours, not 4 in the afternoon) fil
25、led the weekend, but the best part- particularly to my taste, dulled by months of cold- weather root vegetables- was a 7 a.m. adventure to the Sarasota farmers market that proved to be more than worth the early wake-up call. The market, which was founded in 1979, sets up its tents every Saturday fro
26、m 7:00 am to 1 p.m, rain or shine, along North Lemon and State streets. Baskets of perfect red strawberries, the red-painted sides of the Java Dawg coffee truck; and most of all, the tomatoes: amazing, large, soft and round red tomatoes.Disappointed by many a broken, vine-ripened(蔓上成熟的) promise, Ive
27、 refused to buy winter tomatoes for years. No matter how attractive they look in the store, once I get them home theyre unfailingly dry, hard, and tasteless. But I homed in, with uncertainty, on one particular table at the Browns Grove Farms stand, full of fresh and soft tomatoes the size of my fist
28、. These were the real deal- and at that moment, I realized that the best part of Sarasota in winter was going to be eating things that back home in New York I wouldnt be experiencing again for months. Delighted as I was by the tomatoes in sight, my happiness deepened when I learned that Browns Grove
29、 Farm is one of the suppliers for Jack Dusty, a newly opened restaurant at the Sarasota Ritz Carlton, where- luckily for me- I was planning to have dinner that very night. Without even seeing the menu, I knew Id be ordering every tomato on it.29.What did the author think of her winter life in New Yo
30、rk?A. Exciting. B. Boring. C. Relaxing. D. Annoying.30.What made the authors getting up late early worthwhile?A. Having a swim.B. Breathing in fresh air.C. Walking in the morning sun.D. Visiting a local farmers market.31.What can we learn about tomatoes sold in New York in winter?A. They are soft.B.
31、 They look nice.C. They taste great.D. They are juicy.32.What was the author going to that evening?A. Go to a farm. B. Check into a hotel.C. Eat in a restaurant.D. Buy fresh vegatables.DMonthly Talks at London Canal Museum Our monthly talks start at 19:30 on the first Thursday of each month except A
32、ugust. Admission is at normal charges and you dont need to book. They end around 21:00.November 7thThe Canal Pioneers, by Chris Lewis. James Brindley is recognized as one of the leading early canal engineers. He was also a major player in training others in the art of nanal planning and building. Ch
33、ris Lewis will explain how Brindley made such a positive contribution to the education of that group of early “civil enginerrs”.December 5thIce for the Metropolis, by Malcolm Tucker. Well before the arrival of freezers, there was a demand for ice for food preservation and catering, Malcolm will expl
34、ain the history of importing natural ice and the technology of building ice wells, and how Londons ice trade grew.February 6thAn Update on the Cotsword Canals, by Liz Payne. The Smoudwater Canal is moving towards reopenling. The Thames and Severn Canal will take a little longer. We will have a repor
35、t on the present state of play.March 6thEyots and Aits- Thames Islands, by Miranda Vickers. The Thames had many islands. Miranda has undertaken a review of all of them. She will tell us about those of greatest interest. Online bookings:www.canalmuseum.org.uk/book More into:www.canalmuseum.org.uk/wha
36、tson London Canal Museum 12-13 New Wharf Road, London NI 9RT www.canalmuseum.org.uk www.canalmuseum.mobi Tel:020 7713083633.When is the talk on James Brindley?A. February 6thB. March 6thC. November 7thD. December 5th.34.What is the topic of the talk in February?A. The Canal Pioneers.B. Ice for the M
37、etropolisC. Eyots and Aits- Thames IslandsD. An Update on the Cotsword Canals35.Who will give the talk on the islands in the Thames.A. Miranda VickersB. Malcolm TuckerC. Chris LewisD. Liz Payne 三 、七选五根据对话情境和内容,从对话后所给的选项中选出能填入每一空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。选项中有两个为多余选项。Li Yang: Good morning, Mathew.Mathew: G
38、ood morning, Li Yang. 36.Li Yang: Theres still hazy today. Well have to go to school with face masks.Mathew: 37.According to the news, PM2.5 pollution is the main problem with air pollution.Li Yang: Yes, and air pollution has done harm to peoples health.Mathew:So the Chinese government and Chinese p
39、eople must take action to fight it.Li Yang: 38.Mathew:Since PM2.5 is mainly caused by vehicles and factories, cars with large emissions (排放) should not be allowed and factories should be closely watched.Li Yang: 39.We hope that more and more people will join us in making the blue skies return for go
40、od.Mathew: 40.A. I hope so, too.B. Can you give any advice?C. I dont think so.D. What a pity!E. I agree.F. Whats the weather like today?G. Thats OK.四 、语法填空阅读下面短文,根据以下提示:1)汉语提示,2)首字母提示,3)语境提示,在每个空格内填入一个适当的英语单词,所填单词要求意义准确、拼写正确,并将该词完整地写在答题卡相对应的横线上。Many of you may have heard of “jet lag”, which is a con
41、dition of sleep disorder, (41.) from rapid travel over time zones, such as on a jet plane. The symptoms of jet lag may include: loss of (42.) (食欲), headache, great tiredness (43.) o even mild depression.Here (44.) a few tips for you to avoid jet lag. First adjust your biological clock several days (
42、45.)_ your departure, and develop a plan to start switching to the time zone of your destination. For example, if you will be flying from New York to Paris, where (46.) is 6 hours later, get up one hour earlier for a couple of days, then two hours earlier, then three hours earlier. You will try to a
43、t least get (47.) h way to a new time zone. Second, during the time of your adjustment and especially during the (48.) f , drink plenty of water. Third, when you arrive in your destination, try to (49.) (抵制) the urge to sleep during day time, and get a good nights sleep for the first couple nights.
44、Finally, when you return home, make full use of the same tips (50.) a to return to your previous time zones.五 、短文改错假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下短文。短文中共有10处错误,每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(),并在此符号下面写出该加的词。 删除:把多余的词用斜线()划掉。 修改: 在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。 注意:1每处错误及其修改均仅限一词; 2只允许修改10处,多者(从
45、第11处起)不计分。 This afternoon I went to see my grandfather by a busIt was very crowded and I had to standBesides me,there was a woman hold a little boy in her armsIn front of her, a young man occupies two seats,pretending to be sleepingI heard the little boy curious asking his mother, “Whats wrong with
46、the uncle?” I had thought if perhaps the woman would blame the manBeyond her expectations,the woman answered with a smile,“Be quietThis uncle must very tired because of hard work”The young man must have heard the wordHis face turned red but offered one seat to the woman at once0.2016衡水万卷作业七答案解析一 、完形填空文章大意:文章讲述了在周末作者带孩子们去超市,在路上看到一个需要帮助的人。在超市里作者和孩子买了许多东西给这个需要帮助的人