上海市宝山区2016届高三上学期期末教学质量诊断(一模)英语试题.doc

宝山区2015学年第一学期期末
高三年级英语学科教学质量监测试卷
考生注意:
1. 考试时间120分钟，试卷满分150分。
2. 本考试设试卷和答题纸两部分。试卷分为第Ⅰ卷（第1—10页）和第Ⅱ卷（第10页），全卷共10页。第I卷第1-16小题、第41-77小题采用多项选择题形式，答案必须涂写在答题纸相应位置，写在试卷上无效。第I卷第17-40小题、第78-81小题和第II卷的试题，其答案必须写在答题纸相应位置，写在试卷上无效。
3．答题前，务必在答题纸上填写姓名、班级、学校和准考证号,并用铅笔在答题纸上正确涂写准考证号。
第I卷 （共103分）
Ⅰ. Listening Comprehension
Section A Short Conversations
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 home. B. On the farm. C. In a restaurant. D. In a supermarket.
2. A. A mechanic. B. An electrician. C. A secretary. D. A surgeon.
3. A. To the theatre. B. To the airport. C. To Boston. D. To the school.
4. A. He can use her car. B. He can get his car fixed.
C. He needs to get a license. D. He can rent a car.
5. A. She does not feel thirsty at all. B. She needs to go back to get money.
C. She can't get anything to drink now. D. They must hurry to a grocery store nearby.
6. A. Mark made some trouble with Bobby. B. Bobby was a trouble-maker at school.
C. Mr. Alien was Bobby's class teacher. D. Mark was Bobby's elder brother.
7. A. Take the GRE test again in 8 weeks. B. Call to check his scores.
C. Be patient and wait. D. Inquire when the test scores are released.
8. A. She finds the presentation hard to follow.
B. She considers the presentation very dull.
C. She thinks Professor White has chosen an interesting topic.
D. She speaks highly of the presentation.
9. A. The man will be punished for his lateness.
B. Professor Smith is always on time.
C. The woman thinks that the man is playing a joke on her.
D. The woman suggests the man give a watch to Professor Smith.
10. A. We received John's letter at six.
B. John will arrive by train.
C. The woman will meet John at the airport.
D. John is expected to be here by plane.
Section B Passages
Directions: In Section 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. A teacher at a school. B. The headmaster of a school.
C. A newspaper editor. D. A government official.
12. A. To change their way of teaching. B. To stop kids from being late.
C. To assign more homework. D. To get through their exams.
13. A. Organize discussions. B. Say they are happy at school.
C. Talk about traffic problems. D. Argue with their parents.
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
14. A. Philosophy. B. Economics. C. Marketing. D. Finance.
15. A. A bachelor's degree. B. A TOFEL score.
C. A GMAT score. D. A working experience.
16. A. Students from all over the world would like to study business in America.
B. Foreign students won't be offered equal chances to be employed even if they have an MBA.
C. Attending classes for an MBA will take more than two years.
D. A major qualification for a foreign student to study MBA is a good command of English.
Section C Longer Conversations
Directions: In Section C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear each conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
Job Opportunity
The name for the job
__17__ project at school computer center.
The time to start
This __18__.
Requirements
Specific __19__ is unnecessary. __20__ in computer and Internet.
Complete the form. Write ONE WORD for each answer.
Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation.
What's the proposed idea?
New __21__.
Whom has the woman been trying to talk to about the human resources?
She's been talking to __22__ at the factory.
What will the company use the television commercials for?
In order to __23__ the competitors.
What will be the result of the investment?
These investments will result in __24__ for the company.
Complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
II. Grammar and Vocabulary
Section A
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 )
When thinking of boutiques (精品店), we often imagine jewelry and clothing shops that women frequent. But are there boutiques for men? Yes! Nestled (坐落于) in the Hualong Mountain area of Hsinchu County lies a men's boutique. That is (25) _____ Kevin Lo, sales manager at Musclecar GT, describes this company (26) _____ reproduces high-quality parts for classic cars. The average customers are 40-to 65-year-old men from around the world.
Finding spare parts is (27) _____ (big) problem for collectors of classic cars. But this company can help collectors overcome this challenge because they deal with cars built from 1932 to 1974.
Using reverse engineering, Musclecar GT builds a copy of each car. When making a car, they ask that the original car be shipped to them (28) ____ (check) and repaired. Afterward, they do a 3-D scan of the car to find missed flaws. Molds (模具) of the parts (29) _____ (develop), and necessary machinery for the production line is made. The edges of the machines are hand scanned so no faults will occur on the final product.
Skilled workers are needed for the entire production process. Knowing that only older workers had the needed skills, owner Lo Hsiuhsien then (30) _____ (encourage) them to teach young people what they knew. These young employees, who are enthusiastic about cars, know that quality comes first.
People can order furniture or decorations for their restaurants to give them a 1950s diner feeling. They can also have couches or tables in their houses made from classic car parts. Those interested in getting a feel for (31) _____ this is like can easily find it at Lo Sir Classic Car Manor near Bei Pu. Visitors can stop by (32) _____ a cup of coffee or lunch and view some of the classic cars.
( B )
The most common mistakes (33) _____ (lead) to a bad back are poor body mechanics and unhealthy habits. How you move objects, your posture, not stretching before exercising and the wrong kind of shoes all contribute to one of the most common medical problems today. Back pain affects eight out of 10 people in their lifetime, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Dr. Douglas Won, founder and director of Minimally Invasive SpineCARE and Star Medical Center in Plano, Texas, offers some tips to improve back health:
First, maintain proper body mechanics:
l Stretch (34) _____ exercising or doing any tough activity. Push heavy objects across the floor instead of pulling or lifting them.
l (35) _____ lifting is necessary, lift with your knees, not your back.
l Avoid sudden movements and "twisting" motions when carrying objects--even a bag of groceries can do serious harm when (36) _____ (handle) improperly.
l Maintain good posture as often as possible. When standing, your weight (37) _____ be balanced smoothly and regularly on both feet to avoid injuring your muscles and joints.
l Wear proper shoes. High-heeled shoes are common criminals, but even tennis shoes can be (38) _____ problem if they don't provide you with proper support.
Next, adopt healthy habits:
l Exercise regularly: The best programs for back health include basic (39) _____ (strengthen) and cardiovascular (心血管的) exercises.
l Reduce stress: When stressed, the body tightens (40) _____ muscles. This can result in spasms (痉挛), "muscle twists" and stressed nerves that are painful and can lead to more serious problems.
Section B
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. package B. appealing C. elimination D. alternative E. limited F. practically
G matched H. creatively I. unique J. temporary K. enclosed
When young people begin to live independently, home-hunting can involve some stress. But they would do well to remember that a new __41__ is available --micro-homes.
Called "tiny houses," these houses have all living necessities in a small __42__, including kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Generally under 50 square meters, most tiny houses accommodate just one or two people though some claim the space for more. What's lost in size is not lost in design as these homes are often quite unique and modern in design.
Besides an attractive appearance, tiny houses can also boast __43__ practical features. Making the best of urban space, the 72-to 122-centimeter-wide Keret House in Warsaw, the world's narrowest home, filled in a corridor. The prototype (原型) home Ecocapsule uses solar power, wind power and rainwater collection to enable its owner to live __44__ anywhere. A system of rails allows the DALE micro-home to adjust room size and number as well as adding the option of an open or __45__ courtyard.
Visually __46__ as micro-homes are, there are a few drawbacks to consider before getting comfortable on a mini-couch. Moving into a tiny house requires the __47__ of most non-essentials, no matter the emotional connection to them. Guests will also mostly be out of the question as the __48__ space may even cause an unaccompanied individual to experience some cabin fever. And finally, a micro-home is likely a(n) 49__ living option for most people since they will probably start families and acquire more possessions.
Though the limitations will scare some, there is usually a benefit. A small size results in a small price tag and small bills, making tiny houses easier to save up for and budget. And though you won't have much stuff around the house, this can provide the comfort of simple living and maintenance. Micro-homes are also practically mobile and boast eco-friendliness that can't be __50__ by other homes. They probably aren't for everyone or forever, but when it comes to your next (or first) home, they could be just what you need.
III. Reading Comprehension
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage 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.
Let's face it: while we go to the office to work, no one is expected to keep their head down the entire time they're there. Yet companies expect __51__ out of their employees: that's why they're paying you to be there. No talking or socializing at all is one __52__, while the other is being able to talk to whomever you want, whenever you want, about whatever you want, even if you never quite manage to make it to your desk until 11:00 a.m. Both examples are __53__ unrealistic. So first we have the entire gray area in between those two, and that's just during office time.
The phrase "people-oriented" is generally used to __54__ something that vaguely represents a company where everyone is pleasant and happy. It's fun to work there, everyone likes his or her job and each employee is __55__ well and fairly. Know any companies like that? People-oriented is a traditional and unclear phrase that needs __56__ to make sure your definition is the same as the company's and that you can spot a __57__ if there is one.
So what do you mean by people-oriented? Do you want a company that promotes from within and doesn't __58__ gathering at the water cooler? A company where management makes a practice of being __59__? A place where customers are of great __60__ both in philosophy and actuality, or one that is involved in its community and requires each __61__ to join or participate in a specific event once or twice each year? When you look closer at what this phrase means to you, you'll discover that some aspects are more important to you than others. Knowing what you mean by this phrase gives you the power to discover if the company's __62__ is the same as yours.
Why bother leaving a message that may not be __63__ for days when you can reach someone instantly with a text or instant message? That seems to be increasingly dominant viewpoint, anyway. When texting and instant messaging for __64__ needs, keep in mind some tips from workplace and career experts.
Marla Harr, a business etiquette consultant and trainer, says that when relying on texting and messaging for work, you should __65__ that the person you want to send a text message wants to receive and communicate in that way.
51. A. efficiency B. enthusiasm C. qualification D. contribution
52. A. phenomenon B. issue C. extreme D. disadvantage
53. A. illegally B. subjectively C. regularly D. equally
54. A. exchange B. convey C. provide D. promote
55. A. trained B. honored C. complimented D. treated
56. A. defining B. restricting C. analyzing D. summarizing
57. A. feature B. difference C. distance D. principle
58. A. concern about B. look into C. disapprove of D. charge with
59. A. attractive B. accessible C. aggressive D. accurate
60. A. importance B. benefit C. emphasis D. conscience
61. A. employer B. employee C. customer D. participant
62. A. regulation B. explanation C. definition D. opinion
63. A. launched B. released C. revised D. checked
64. A. business B. privacy C. public D. secret
65. A. recall B. ensure C. inform D. remind
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. 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)
Located in northern Manitoba on the west side of Hudson Bay, Churchill is out in the middle of nowhere. But polar bears like it that way. They spend summers on the tundra (苔原) around Churchill. In the fall, they wait anxiously along the shore of Hudson Bay for the ice to form. Then they go out onto the frozen sea to hunt ringed seals -- their favorite food. October and November are the best polar-bear viewing times. From tundra vehicles, visit