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17学年上学期高二第13周英语周练(附答案)(20200222174434)

17学年上学期高二第13周英语周练(附答案)(20200222174434)
17学年上学期高二第13周英语周练(附答案)(20200222174434)

横峰中学2016-2017学年度上学期

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命题人:汪佳嘉

第一节:阅读理解(每题 2.5分,共10分)

What is the nature of the scientific attitude, the attitude of the man or woman who studies and applies physics, chemistry, geology, engineering, medical or any other science? We all know that science plays an important role in the societies in which we live. Many people believe, however, that our progress depends on two different aspects of science. The first of these is the application of the machines and products that scientists and technologists develop. New drugs, faster and safer means of transport, new systems of applied knowledge are some examples of this aspect of science.

The second aspect is the application of the special methods of thought and action that scientists

use in their work. What are these special methods of thinking and acting? First of all, it seems that

a successful scientist is full of curiosity — he wants to find out how and why the universe works. He usually directs his attention towards problems which he notices have no satisfactory explanation, and his curiosity makes him look for underlying relationships even if the data available seem to be unconnected. Moreover, he thinks he can improve the existing conditions, whether of pure or applied knowledge, and enjoys trying to solve the problems which this involves.

He is a good observer, accurate, patient and objective and applies persistent and logical thought to the observations he makes. He uses the facts he observes to the full extent. For example, trained observers acquire a very large amount of information about a star mainly from the accurate analysis of the simple lines that appear in a spectrum.

He is skeptical —he does not accept statements which are not based on the most complete evidence available — and therefore rejects authority as the sole basis for truth. Furthermore, he is not only critical of the work of others, but also of his own, since he knows that man is the least reliable of scientific instruments and that a number of factors tend to

disturb objective investigation.

Lastly, he is highly imaginative since he often has to look for relationships in data, which are not

only complex but also frequently incomplete. Furthermore, he needs imagination if he wants to

make hypotheses of how processes work and how events take place.

These seem to be some of the ways in which a successful scientist or technologist thinks and acts.

32. Many people believe that science helps society to progress through __________.

A. applied knowledge

B. more than one aspect

C. technology only

D. the use of machines

33. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about curiosity?

A. It gives the scientist confidence and pleasure in work.

B. It gives rise to interest in problem that are unexplained.

C. It leads to efforts to investigate potential connections.

D. It encourages the scientists to look for new ways of acting.

34. According to the passage, a successful scientist would not __________.

A. easily believe in unchecked statements

B. easily criticize others’ research work

C. always use his imagination in work

D. always use evidence from observation

35. What does the passage mainly discuss?

A. Application of technology.

B. Progress in modern society.

C. Scientists’ way of thinking and acting.

D. How to become a successful scientist.

第二节:七选五(每题3分,共15分)

More and more bosses worldwide are expecting their workers to be good at two or even more

languages. So these workers are beginning to take online language courses. Learning English

online can be a satisfying and very interesting experience. _____36

____37 There are free courses, but they usually aren’t as good as courses taken at a college or school. With a good online course you will have to pay money. And sometimes you have to also

pay for books and other learning tools like DVDs or CDs.

Learning English online can be very time-consuming. ____38 You will have to do the online

classes, taking time out of your busy schedule. Learning a new language is a great investment of

your time.

A foreign language can be hard to learn, even if that learning is done online. ____39 English

has a complex system of grammar rules. That makes it hard to learn if you’ve been out of scho for a while.

___40 You can do business everywhere and there will likely be people who speak the language.

Before taking an English course online, you should ask yourself whether the time you will spend

would be put to better use than learning something else, such as mathematics or computer

education.

A.It has a lot of advantages.

B. They can be very expensive.

C. But it also has some disadvantages.

D. It can take several months or even years of practice.

E. Once we have learnt English well, we’ll enjoy our life more.

F. English is the official language of business around the world.

G. You have to build a completely new vocabulary, as well as pronunciation and grammar.

第三节:完形填空(共20小题;每题2分,共40分)

.For example, last Sunday I was

I’ve come to the conclusion that I’m rubbish at saying “NO”

sitting at my desk alone,totally 41 in my own business, when a colleague of mine phoned and

asked me to get involved in 42 with her. I found myself getting all caught up in her enthusiasm

43 her.So I said “Sure

,why not?” and before the call had 44, I found myself

and didn’t want to

agreeing without giving any 45 whether it was worth doing.

We are both window-shoppers and 46 a whole day in the street. Actually, I hardly have any

time to spare because I am very busy 47 my normal job—I’ve also got a book to write,a business

to 48 and a family to look after. And then there are my other projects to 49 一my voluntary work

and a couple of other interesting investments that l want to 50. I’m going to have to be more

ruthless and not just agree to 51 people ask me to get involved in. In other words,I’m going to

have to get 52 at saying “NO”.Usually I hate saying “NO”,because having to disappoint

.I’ve been feeling very

someone usually 53 me. Now I realize 54 I haven’t learned to say “NO”

55 .

We had better do what we think is right and what we are 56 to do.Sometimes it does not

seem that bad to 57 others.If I focus on the things I 58 want to be involved in,I’11 reach a much

higher standard and do it quite 59 . I’1l be enthusiastic and motivated and do something that is

win-win 60 .What’s not good about that? good for everyone and everyone will be happy.It’11 be a

So sometimes, we have to say “NO”

41.A. experienced B. absorbed C. concerned D. disappointed

42.A. reading B. discussion C. shopping D. travel

43. A. displease B. force C. support D. shock

44.A. explained B. announced C. developed D. ended

45.A. thought B. suggestion C. idea D. question

46.A. 1ost B. kept C. enjoyed D. wasted

47.A. because of B. regardless of C. apart from D. instead of

48.A. visit B. run C. suspect D. invent

49.A. consider B. fetch C. catch D. enlarge

50.A. take in B. work on C. turn out D. make up

51.A. something B. none C. everything D. either

52.A. further B. cooler C. faster D. better

53.A. attracts B. beats C. upsets D. puzzles

54.A. after B. because C. if D. although

55.A .impressed B. anxious C. merciful D. depressed 56.A.

1ikely B. afraid C. willing D. proud

57.A. join B. refuse C. invite D. choose

58.A. highly B. hardly C. suddenly D. really.

59.A .patiently B. well C. seriously D. accidentally 60.A. situation B. environment C. appearance D. Spirit

第四节:语法填空(共10小题;每题2分,共20分)

阅读下面材料,在空白处填人适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

Americans are proud of their variety and individuality, yet they love and respect few things more

than a uniform, whether it is the uniform of 61 elevator operator or the uniform of a five-star general. Why are uniforms so popular there?

Among the arguments for uniforms is that most uniforms look more 62 (profession)than civilian clothes. People expect superior quality from a man 63 wears a uniform. The television repairman wearing a uniform tends 64 (inspire) more trust. Faith 65 the skill of a garage worker is increased by a uniform. Uniforms also have many practical 66 (benefit).They save on other clothes and laundry bills. Theyare often 67 (comfortable) than civilian clothes. Primary

among the arguments against uniforms 68 (be) their lack of variety and the loss of

individuality. 69 there are many types of uniforms, the wearer of any particular type is

generally stuck with it, without change. When people look alike, they will think, speak, and

act 70 (similar).

第五节:短文改错(共10小题;每小题 1.5分,共15分)

增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(),在其下面写出该加的词。

删除:把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。

修改:在错的词下划一横线,在该词下面写上修改后的词。

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(从第11处起)不给分。

One day, it is so hot that my parents and I went to Changli Park to enjoy the shade. On the way, I

found I had forgotten to bring my cell phone with me, but I returned for them. Reach my home, I

noticed one of the window wide open. “My parents aren’t at home. Who can it be?” I wonder walked to a window, looked through it and to my surprise, finding two strangers were trying to

open a case. I was so frightening at the sight that I couldn’t

say a word. I left there in silence

without noticed. Then I phoned the police for help. Five minutes later, three policemen appeared

and caught up the two thieves.

高二英语第十三周周练答案阅读理解32-35 BACC

七选五36-40 CBDGF

完型填空41-45 BCADA 46-50 DCBAB

51-55 CDCBD 56-60 CBDBA

语法填空61 an 62 professional

63 who 64 to inspire

65 in 66 benefits

67 more comfortable 68 is

69 Although/ Though 70 similarly

短文改错71. is 改为was

72. but改为so

73. them 改为it

74. Reach改为Reaching

75. window 改为windows

76. a 改为the

77. finding 改为found

78. frightening 改为frightened

79. noticed 改为being noticed

80. 去掉up

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