2015届高三年级第二次四校联考

英语试题

2014.12

命题：忻州一中 康杰中学 临汾一中 长治二中

【本试题分第I卷和第II卷两部分，时间120分钟，总分150分，听力不计入总分。】

第I卷

第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）

做题时，先将答案表在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)

听下面五段对话。每段对话后有一个小题。从题中所给的A. B. C三个选项选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What can we learn from the conversation?

A. The two speakers are climbing stairs.

B. The two speakers took the stairs.

C. The woman suggested walking

2. What is the man going to do?

A. Take another flight.

B. Give the ticket to someone.

C. Catch the plane at 6:00

3. What is the relationship between the speakers?

A. Boss and employee.

B. Customer and waitress.

C. Customer and salesgirl.

4. What will the speakers do over the weekend?

A. Go hiking B. Stay at home. C. Climb mountains.

5. Where does this conversation probably take place?

A. In a bookstore. B. In a classroom. C. In a library.

第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）

?听下面5段对话。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。

6. What are the speakers mainly talking about?

A. Whose wallet it is.

B. Where the wallet is.

C. What is in the wallet.

7. What will the man do?

A. Go to the supermarket.

B. Search in the house.

C. Make a phone call.

听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

A. Athlete and teacher.

B. Customer and trainer.

C. Customer and club worker.

9. How far can the woman run is an hour on the running machine?

A. About 7 kilometres.

B. About 8 kilometres.

C. About 10 kilometres.

听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。

10. Why is the woman so tired?

A. She exercises too much.

B. She has a lot to do at work.

C. She watches TV late at night.

11. What does the woman eat for lunch?

A. Nothing. B. A pizza. C. A sandwich.

12. What does the man advise the woman to do?

A. Go to bed late.

B. Work more hours.

C. Eat at least a good meal every day.

听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。

13. Why does the woman call the man?

A. To see what’s wrong with him.

B. To say hello to him.

C. To ask him to play tennis with her.

14. What’s wrong with the man?

A. He’s hurt his feet. B. He’s got a cold. C. He’s got a stomachache.

15. When will the woman call the man again?

A. Next weekend. B. Later this week. C. Later next week.

16. How is the woman’s tennis?

A. It’s better. B. It’s poor. C. It’s very good.

听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。

17. Which place will the travelers visit first?

A. Pigeon Point. B. A seaside café. C. An ice-cream factory.

18. What should the travelers see in the nature park?

A. Food. B. Medicine. C. Swimsuits.

19. What animals will the travelers see in the nature park?

A. Giraffes. B. Monkeys. C. Elephants.

20. What extra costs may there be?

A. Money for souvenirs.

B. Tips for the tour guide.

C. Tips for the hotel clerks.

第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分60分）

第一节 (共15小题;每小题3分，满分45分)

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A

The latest Chinese "god song" (an Internet term to describe pop songs that spread virally(病毒性地) through Internet) is still stirring fierce debate between those who view it as a milestone for Chinese pop music going global and those who regard it as bad for China's image.

Last week,?Little Apple, written and performed by the Chopsticks Brothers, won the AMA International Song Award and the duo performed the song at the 2014 American Music Awards in Los Angeles. Another Chinese pop singer, Zhang Jie, won the International Artist Award.

But while fans of these singers are thinking highly of the awards and the performance by the Chopsticks Brothers at the AMA celebration as significant, there are others who are less excited. They have questioned the value of the awards and what effect it will have on Chinese culture's "going abroad", claiming it may leave foreign audiences with a poor impression of Chinese pop music, and even Chinese culture.

The?Little Apple?phenomenon, both home and abroad, can be more easily understood and judged if we look at it from a business perspective rather than a cultural perspective. The professional promoters behind the duo have developed a clear strategy to promote the duo and their work, not just this particular song.?Little Apple?was originally released to promote the duo's film?Old Boys: The Way of the Dragon.

From the very beginning a viral marketing strategy was used to promote the song, which immediately went viral on the Internet due to its repetitive rhythm, easy-to-remember lyrics, simple and funny dance and, most importantly, grassroots nature. The video accumulated more than 1 billion hits on China's major video website.

Although the song was generally dismissed by music professionals who criticized it as musical "junk food",?Little Apple's popularity nationally paved the way for promoting the duo internationally.

21.The writer’s attitude to the song of Little Apple is ______.

A. opposed B. negative C. objective D. critical

22. What does the underlined words “the duo” refer to？

A. Little Apple B. Chopsticks brothers

C. Zhang Jie D. American singer

23. We can learn from the passage that ______.

A. Little Apple's popularity is also a success of marketing strategy

B. Little Apple is generally thought worthless by the AMA

C. Little Apple is really popular with all people in China

D. Little Apple was originally released as a pop song on the Internet

B

In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad:

Washington Square

As one of the best-known of New York City’s 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it’s most lively and festive.

New York University

It surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.

Judson Memorial Church

Located on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.

Washington Mews

It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews (row of stables) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.

Jefferson Market Courthouse

Built in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.

24. What does the author want to tell in the passage?

A. To introduce some attractions in the Quad.

B. To suggest the Quad Cinema is the best place.

C. To imply the Quad attracts a lot of visitors.

D. To tell readers to enjoy their life fully.

25. The author mentions Washington Square because_______.

A. it is in the center of Greenwich Village

B. it has a history of more than 100 years

C. it is a landmark in the Manhattan

D. it has witnessed so many incidents

26. Where is Judson Memorial Church?

A. To the south of Washington Square.

B. Behind Washington Square Park.

C. Opposite Thompson Street.

D. Close to New York University.

27. When Washington Mews came into being______ .

A. it was designed for a university

B. it was intended for keeping horses

C. it was filled with free facilities

D. it was used as a park for horses

C

Nick Vujicic was born with no arms or legs, but the brave 32-year-old man, plays football and golf, swims, and surfs. Nick has a small foot on his left side, which helps him balance and enables him to kick. He uses his one foot to type, write with a pen and pick things up between his toes.

“I call it my chicken drumstick,” joked Nick, “I'd be lost without it. When I get in the water I float because 80 per cent of my body is lungs and my drumstick acts as a propeller.”

When Nick was born his father was so shocked he left the hospital room to vomit. His distraught mother couldn't bring herself to hold him until he was four months old.

“It was so hard for them, but right from the start they did their best to make me independent. My dad put me in the water at 18 months and gave me the courage to learn how to swim. ” said Nick.

Throughout his childhood Nick dealt with the typical challenges. At the age of seven, Nick tried out some specially designed electronic arms and legs, in hope that he would be more like the other kids. During the short trial period of the electronic arms and legs, Nick realized that even with them, he was still unlike his peers at school, and they turned out to be much too heavy for Nick to operate, affecting his flexibility quite significantly.

“When I was 13 I read a newspaper article about a disabled man who had managed to achieve great things and help others,” said Nick, “I realized why God had made us like this － to give hope to others. It was so inspirational to me that I decided to use my life to encourage others and decided to be thankful for what I do have, not get angry about what I don't.”

“I tell people to keep on getting up when they fall and to always love themselves,” he said. “If I can encourage just one person then my job in this life is done.” By now, he has visited 35 different countries, touring the world as a motivational speaker.

28. What makes it possible for N