2009年高三英语十四校联考模拟试卷(含答案)

上海市2009年高三十四校联考模拟试卷英语试题（本试卷共分两部分，满分150分，其中第一卷105分，第二卷45分。

考试时间：120分钟）第Ⅰ卷（共105分）Ⅰ．Listening Comprehension（30分）Section A Short Conversations（10分）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 in your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1． A．Doctor and patient. B．Boss and secretary.C．Teacher and student. D．Conductor and passenger.2． A．Shopping. B．Study. C．Sport. D．Food.3． A．At 7:30. B．At 7:45. C．At 8:00. D．At 8:15.4． A．2 yuan. B．3 yuan. C．1.6 yuan. D．0.16 yuan.5． A．The pink woolen dress.B．The blue and white woolen sweater.C．The blue and white silk dress.D．The pink silk dress.6． A．On a bus. B．In a car. C．In an elevator. D．Over a phone.7． A．Nurse. B．Journalist. C．Doctor. D．Lawyer.8． A．By train. B．By car. C．By plane. D．By bus.9． A．Sewing. B．Watching TV. C．Playinggolf. D．Playing Badminton.10．A．She found there were too many characters in the novel.B．She usually can’t understand the context of the novel.C．She also found the whole story difficult to understand.D．She has learned a lot from the novel.Section B Passages（12分）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 in 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．Daniel. B．Mr. Simon. C．Officer Hitcher. D．Daniel’s two sisters. 12．A．Their hard work and the sense of duty.B．Their simple life and shinning qualities.C．Their contribution to local education cause.D．Their role in advancing scientific study.13．A．Some special windows in Shanghai Library.B．A special corner in Shanghai Library.C．An activity of spreading Chinese culture.D．Some foreign branches of Shanghai library.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage. 14．A．$ 20,000 million. B．$ 80,000 million.C．$ 10,000 million. D．$ 100,000 million.15．A．Only their closest friends and family members.B．Their colleagues.C．Only their parents.D．All their friends.16．A．The bride and groom invite a small group of guests hold a party. B．The bride and groom get married first and tell people later.C．The bride and groom invite some guests to travel to a special place where they hold the ceremony.D．The bride and groom choose a secret place for the ceremony. Section C Longer Conversations（8分）Directions: In section C, you will hear a longer conversation. The conversation will be read twice. After you hear the conversation, you will be required to fulfill the task by fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard.Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.Complete the form. Write ONE WORD for each answer.Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation.Complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.Ⅱ．Grammar and vocabulary（25分）Section ADirections: Beneath each of the following, sentences there are four choices marked A,B,C or D. Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence.25．—I hear that the Australian bushfire which happened in the north of Melbourne killed at least 181 people and destroyed many buildings. —Yes, news came as shock to me.A．the, the B．the, a C．a,the D．a, a26．The librarian promised to get the book for me she could remember who last borrowed it.A．in case B．as long as C．even if D．as far as 27．The study you have been making the ancient Chinese characters is an instructive job.A．to B．for C．of D．from28．The bicycles in the other shops will be but .A．cheaper, not as good B．more cheap, not as better C．cheaper, not as better D．more cheap, not as good 29．Yassin’s death was not to stop Hamas’attempt terror attack.A．hoped; carrying on B．expected; launchingC．hoped; to carry on D．expected; to launch 30．—What’s the matter with you?—Oh, I’m not feeling well in the stomach. I so much fried fish just now.A．shouldn’t eat B．mustn’t have eatenC．shouldn’t have eaten D．mustn’t eat31．What is the way George thought of enough money to buy the house?A．to get B．getting C．having got D．being got 32．Determination is a kind of basic quality and is it takes to do jobs well.A．what B．that C．which D．why 33．David apologized for to inform me of the change in the plan. A．his being not able B．him not to be ableC．his not being able D．him to he not able34． waking from a dream, Silicon Valley has suddenly realized that the economy means trouble for tech companies.A．Although, collapsing B．As if, collapsedC．Although, collapsed D．As if, collapsing 35．Comparison my make something appear more beautiful than it is when alone.A．to see B．seeing C．is seen D．seen 36．The man showed us such a heavy stone no man could lift. A．that B．as C．which D．and 37．The Y-shaped Metro Line 11, the longest subway inChina, Jiading District, Nanhui District and the downtown city, will be completed in late 2009.A．connecting B．connects C．to be connected D．will connect38．The professor can hardly find sufficient grounds his argument.A．which to be based on B．on which to baseC．which to be based D．which to base39．The women carrying babies, come in first, ?A．will you B．will they C．do you D．don’t you 40．Only when .A．did he arrive the meeting began B．he arrived the meeting beganC．did he arrive the meeting begin D．he arrived did the meeting beginSection BDirections:Complete the passage with the words given in the table. Each word can be used only once. There is an extra one that you will find noliving forever, or at least much longer than at present, could turn into a curse（祸根）rather than a blessing. It may become possible to lengthen the 41 human life by controlling genes---but what we gain may not be worth the price we would have to pay.Professor John Grimley Evens believes that 42 , maximum life expectation is 115, but that with gene 43 it might be possible to extend this. The professor says, however, that a44 lifestyle can extend the average lifespan of everyone at the moment.“We know a lot already about how people’slifestyles 45 their lifespan. There is increasing 46 tosuggest that sensible lifestyles are effective in later life as well as in early and middle life.”“It is never too late to gain some 47 from giving up smoking, from drinking less alcohol, from taking up sensible patterns of diet and exercise and from controlling body weight. We already know howto 48 human life.”The professor believes that the process of lengthening life by means of gene therapy might bring dangers with it. If gene therapy affected only one part of the human body but not all of it, people mightbe 49 capable of living longer, but would start to be worse mentally at a much earlier age.Ⅲ．Reading Comprehension（50分）Section A（15分）Directions:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B,C or D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.With oil prices approaching the symbolic mark of $ 100 a barrel, the world is heading towards its third energy shock in a generation. But today's rise is 50 different from the oil crises in the 1970s and 1980s. It will have a greater global impact.The 51 oil shocks were caused by sudden interruptions in exports from the Middle East. But this time prices have been rising steadily as 52 gasoline in both developed countries and developing economies grows. This is the world’s first demand-led energy shock. Oil prices 53 $ 98.6 on the New York Mercantile Exchange before falling back to $ 96.4 at the close of trading last Wednesday. Forecasts of future oil prices 54 widely. Virtually no one foresees a return to the $20 oil of a decade ago. It means consumers should face an era of high fuel 55 .For most of the 20th century, 56 was cheap and abundant. Throughout the 1990s,57 ,oil prices averaged $20 a barrel. Even at today’s highs, luckily, for the Americans, oil is58 than imported bottle water.The concern today is over how the 59 sector（行业）will meet the growth in demand over the longer term.China faces the 60 . Rapid industrialization has come at a price: Oil demand has increased more than three times since 1980. It turned a country that was once self-sufficient into an oil 61 .Today, however, China consumes only a third as much oil as the US, which burns a quarter of the 62 oil each day. Europe has managed to reduce oil consumption through high gasoline taxes, small carsand 63 public transportation. But Americans have not.Experts say no one should count on oil prices rising forever. Economic 64 in the world’s major economies will probably send prices down.50．A．nearly B．generally C．fundamentally D．traditionally 51．A．past B．unexpected C．world D．recent 52．A．supply of B．demand for C．reservation of D．production of 53．A．remained B．stroke C．dropped D．hit 54．A．range B．reach C．are D．predict 55．A．import B．consumption C．payment D．costs 56．A．food B．oil C．labors D．material 57．A．for example B．however C．nevertheless D．therefore 58．A．consumed more B．cleaner C．more expensive D．cheaper 59．A．industrial B．power C．energy D．various 60．A．chance B．challenge C．crises D．charge 61．A．exporter B．importer C．consumer D．producer 62．A．n ation’s B．region’s C．world’s D．fuel 63．A．reducing B．effective C．efficient D．increasing 64．A．control B．growth C．advancement D．slowdowns Section B（30分）Directions: Read the following passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B,C or D. Choose the one that suits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.AThey say there are three ways to experience the Grand Canyon; on foot, on mules（骡子）or by air. We chose the first. Up early; my husband and I and our three children couldn’t wait to get started. We decided to walk along a lovely path named Bright Angel Trail.As we set out, I was shocked at how narrow the path was. And I couldn’t help noticing that the other tourists weren’t like us. They had heavy backpacks, water bottles, and hats. But as usual we were dressed, As the sun rose higher, Arizona’s famous heat seemed to roast us. There was no shade and our legs were aching. We decided to go back, with the girl on my back and the boys far behind. By the time we finally got back, our legs were like jelly.The next day, after we’d had a long rest and a good breakfast, we were ready for another view of the Canyon – by air. After our last walk, this would be the easiest thing in the world.We called to each other excitedly as the plane took off and circled around the Canyon. But the smiles on our faces disappeared as the pilot tossed（翻转）the plane around, pretending he was going to hit the ground.I shouted, “STOP, TAKE US BACK!” When we finally arrived back on land, once again our legs were like jelly. We hardly spoke as we drove back.As I said, there are three ways to view the Grand Canyon. We never tried the mules, but personally I’d suggest a fourth: buy yourself a good magazine like National Geographic. That way, you can see the Canyon, without fear or tiredness.65．Which of the following is true according to the second paragraph? A．They made a careful preparation before the trip.B．They children were more joyful than their parents.C．Bright Angel Trail was not as lovely as they expected.D．The summer heat prevented them from enjoying the view. 66．Th e underlined expression “Our legs were like jelly” probably means .A．we were weak B．we were unhappyC．we were dissatisfied D．we were disappointed67．Which of the following best describes their Canyon trip by air?A．It proved to be frightening. B．It was more comfortable. C．It turned out to be exciting. D．It made each of them tired. 68．We can infer from the passage that .A．experiencing the Canyon on mules would be the best way.B．one needs to dress less when visiting the Grand Canyon.C．the writer was not serious when she made the suggestion.D．the whole family narrowly escaped from the air accident.BWhat to expect in the cinema this winter?The Golden CompassRunning Time: 1 hour 54 min. Release Date: December7, 2007Starring: Nicole Kidman, Dakota BlueRichards, Directed by: Chris Weitz12-year-old Lyra is a girl who lives in a world, where human souls take the form of animal companions. When her best friend disappears, Lyra promises to find him. One thing Lyra packs for the trip is a mysterious compass that many people are violently determined to get. What is awaiting her?I AM LegendRunning Time: 1 hour 42min. Release Date: December14, 2007Starring: Will Smith, Alice Braga, Dash Mihok,Robert Neville, a brilliant scientist, isn’t quite brilliant enough to stop a man-made virus from escaping and killing everyone in sight. Somehow, Robert is Virus-free. As Robert realizes that his time may beup, he’s determined to find a way to save the human race—using his own virus-free blood.This ChristmasRunning Time: 1 hour 57 min. Release Date: November 29, 2007Starring: Laz Alonso, Chris Brown,It’s Christmas! Time for joy! Love! Gifts! And, oh family. For the first time in many years, the whitefields are all coming home. It should be a happy time for all, but after years away, it’s clear that there are plenty of reasons they’ve grown apart. How can all these people and all their secrets survive under one roof? By the time the presents are opened, they are to find out what they have missed for these years—family.Into the wildRunning Time: 2hours 20min Release Date: December 22nd, 2007Starring: Emile Hirsch, Marcia HardenFreshly graduated from Harvard with a bright future, 22 year-old Christopher instead walked out of his “good” life and into the wild in search of adventure. What happened to him on the way changed this young wanderer into an enduring symbol for countless people. Was Christopher a heroic adventurer or another American loser?69．The film with the longest running time is .A．The Golden Compass B．I AM LegendC．This Christmas D．Into the Wild 70．“This Christmas” probably .A．reveals how to choose Christmas gifts for our relativesB．reveals the secrets to a successful marriageC．reveals the importance of money to any familyD．reveals the truth of a family and its real problems71．In the movie “Into the Wild”, the “good” life is probably . A．adventurous and dangerous B．steady and promising C．risky and exciting D．poor and depressing CChina news, Beijing, Feb. 9 – Housing price in China has always aroused heated discussions among property developers and ordinary Chinese. To many property developers and local government officials, housing price in China is still low compared with many developed countries. However, the average housing price in the United States is only 8,000 yuan per square meter, while in China, it is even higher than in the United States.This shows that there are some bubbles(泡沫) in Chinese real estate market, the International Finance News reported.Although the average price of residential houses in the United States, after converted to Renminbi, is about 8,000 yuan per square meter, the houses in US are not sold in terms of building area, as most Chinese property developers do when they sell their houses. If US property developers sell their houses according to the building area, then the housing price will be even lower than 8,000 yuan per square meter. In most big Chinese cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen, houses are sold at a price even higher than those in the US.The high housing sales price in large cities in China proves that Chinese real estate market does have some bubbles. Moreover, Chinese houses can not be compared with houses in US in terms of building quality, environment and supporting facilities. Furthermore, it should be noted that American people’s average income is several dozen times higher than that of Chinese people. How can the Chinese afford to buy a house which is even more expensive than that sold in US?At the beginning of 2007, Chinese government issued a set of policies that aimed to benefit the public. Now in order to reduce the high housing prices, the government can regulate the real estate market by raising tax on property industry and controlling the release of loans and lands to property developers. At the same time, the government should allow people to build more houses through various fund-raising channels, such as funds collected from buyers or raised by working units. By applying these multiple means, it is expected that the high housing prices can be lowered.72．According to the passage, what is the average housing price per square meter in China?A．8000 yuan B．10000 yuan C．7000 yuan D．It’s not mentioned here73．Which of the following does NOT support the idea that the average housing price in China is even higher than in the United States?A．Chinese houses can not be compared with houses in US in terms of building quality,environment and supporting facilities.B．American people’s av erage income is several dozen times higher than that of Chinesepeople.C．The houses in US are not sold in terms of building area, as most Chinese propertydevelopers do when they sell their houses.D．There are more people who need houses in China.74．What is the main idea of this passage?A．The housing price in China is so high that the government should do something useful toprevent it.B．There are some bubbles in Chinese real estate market.C．The average housing price in China is even higher than in the United States.D．Chinese government issued a set of policies that aimed to benefit the public.75．How many measures are mentioned in the last paragraph in order to reduce the high housingprices?A．Four B．Three C．Five D．TwoDSome futurologists have assumed that the vast increase of women in the workforce may portend（预示）a rejection of marriage. Many women, according to this hypothesis, would rather work than marry. The opposite of this concern is that the prospects of becoming a multi-paycheck household could encourage marriage. In the past, only the earnings and financial prospects of the man counted in the marriage decision. Now, however, the earning ability of a woman can make her more attractive as a marriage partner. Data show that economic downturns tend to put off marriage because the parties cannot afford to establish a family or are concerned about rainy days ahead. As the economy comes to life, the number of marriages also rises.The increase in divorce rates follows to the increase in women working outside the home. Yet, it may be wrong to jump to any simple cause-and-effect conclusions. The impact of a wife’s work on divorce is no less cloudy than its impact on marriage decisions. The realization that she can be a good provider may increase the chances that a working wife will choose divorce over an unsatisfactory marriage. But the reverse is equally plausible（似是而非的）. Tensions grounded in financial problems often play a key role in ending a marriage. By raising a family’s standard of living, a working wife may strengthen her family’s financial and emotional stability.Psychological factors also should be considered. For example, a wife blocked from a career outside the home may feel caged in the house. She may view her only choice as seeking a divorce. On the other hand, if she can find fulfillment through work outside the home, work and marriage can go together to create a stronger and more stable union.Also, a major part of women’s inequality in marriage has been due to the fact that, in most cases, men have remained the main breadwinners.A working wife may rob a husband of being the master of the house. Dependingupon how the couple reacts to these new conditions, it could create a stronger equal partnership or it could create new insecurities.76．It is said in the passage that when the economy slides_____.A．men would choose working women as their marriage partners B．more women would get married to seek financial securityC．even working women would worry about their marriagesD．more people would prefer to remain single for the time being 77．If women find fulfillment through work outside the home,_____.A．they are more likely to dominate their marriage partnersB．their husbands are expected to do more houseworkC．their marriage ties can be strengthenedD．they tend to put their career before marriage78．One reason why women with no career may seek a divorce is that_____. A．they feel that they have been robbed of their freedomB．they are afraid of being bossed around by their husbandsC．they feel that their partners fail to live up to their expectationsD．they tend to suspect their husbands? loyalty to their marriage 79．Which of the following statements can best summarize the authors view in the passage?A．The stability of marriage and the divorce rate may reflect the economic situation of thecountry.B．Even when economically independent, most women have to struggle for real equality inmarriage.C．In order to secure their marriage women should work outside the home and remainindependent.D．The impact of the growing female workforce on marriage varies from case to case.Section C（5分）Directions:Read the following text and choose the most suitable heading form A-F for each paragraph. There is one extra heading which you do not need.80．You should always seek grant（奖学金）opportunities that match your program’s goals and objectives rather than the other way around. If you change your program based on an investor’s guidelines, you may end up with a project or program that is mere shell（框架）of the original plan. The goal of grant writing is not simply to bring more money in for your agency; the goal is to fund programs that will meet the needs of your investor.81．Most funding agencies publish grant guidelines or requirements. Make sure you understand them and follow them exactly. Note the deadline and whether the proposal must be received by the deadline. Don’t have your proposal thrown out because you didn’t follow the guidelines properly. Exceptions are rarely made, regardless of the circumstances. Some investors have special requirements; follow them!82．Your “needs statement” drives your entire grant proposal. The proposed program should revolve around the problems faced by your clients. The purpose of the grant is to meet the specific needs you have identified. If you have not adequately described the reason you need the program, including the research data when possible, the investor will see no reason to invest in your project.83．Every proposal will require a section that describes the broad goals and measurable objectives of your project. You should detail the activities of your project Your budget and budget narrative must closely match the described activities. Your evaluation should carefully measure whether the stated project objectives are being met on a timely basis. Foundation and corporate investors generally expect this section to be no longer than 5 to 10 pages. Federal grants may allow up to 50 pages or more for a thorough discussion of your project. Again, follow the guidelines of the investor.84．If you are fortunate enough to have your proposal funded, send a thank-you note for the grant. Next, keep the funding agency informed about your activities, progress and accomplishments. Invite them to come to see your program in operation. Send reports that tell how you’ve used the funds. In short, make your investor your partner.第Ⅱ卷（共45分）Ⅰ．Translation（20分）Directions: Translate the following sentences into English. You are required to use the word given in the bracket for each respective sentence. 1．出于健康的缘故，他已经戒烟了。