選修6 Unit 2 Poems 單元測試題第一部分 聽力（共兩節，滿分分）(略)第二部分 英語知識運用（共兩節，滿分分）第一節 單項選擇（共15小題；每小題1分，滿分15分）從A、B、C、D四個選項中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。21. If our plan cant get through, well lose a good opportunity. _. Our plan is perfect. A. Dont mention itB. Dont worryC. Of courseD. It doesnt matter22. The country has experienced great changes in the last 20 years and it has been _ from a backward agricultural country into a modern one. A. conveyed B. translated C. transported D. transformed 23. I am considering changing to a more interesting job, as the present job, which requires a lot of _, nearly bores me to death. A. repetition B. instruction C. impression D. explanation 24. Old William plays the violin as well as he _ twenty years ago. A. could B. wouldC. was D. did25. _ for your laziness, you could have finished the assignment by now. A. It were not B. Werent it C. Had it not been D. Had not been26. When something happens _ we like, we usually feel joy, which is a positive and powerful emotion. A. that B. whatC. where D. how 27. We _ food and drink. Im afraid well have to end our trip ahead of time. What a pity!A. used up B. have run out C. are running out of D. are giving out28. With the heavy load _ her mind, she felt she could enjoy her life again. A. pulled down B. taken downC. fallen off D. taken off29. They are in great need of help. So your support will certainly make a _. A. sense B. deal C. point D. difference 30. Nobody believed his reason for being absent from class _ he had to meet his uncle at the airport. A. why B. that C. where D. because 31. Sportswear is not _ for such a formal occasion. Youd better change it. A. fit B. correct C. appropriateD. common32. I have no camera to lend to you, but my brother has _. He bought _ only a few days ago. A. it; oneB. one; it C. it; it D. one; one 33. The illness wasnt following its usual _, which made it hard for doctors to deal with. A. example B. rhyme C. design D. pattern 34. Judging from the _ expression on his face, we knew that he was happy with the result. A. delightful B. delightedC. delighting D. delight 35. He _ the train, but he was held up in heavy traffic. A. would catch B. didnt catch C. could have caught D. could catch第二節 完形填空（共20小題；每小題1.5分，滿分30分）A person had three friends, but he felt more attracted towards two of them. He did not bother much about the third and was rather 36 to him. Once he was in deep distress, he went to his first friend and told him, “I shall have to appear in court in 37 with a charge against me. I am in great 38 . So can you please help me and accompany me to court?” The friends 39 was very straight and hardly polite. He said, “What, going to court? I cant go even a single step with you.” 40 with this friend, he felt very sad and 41 his second friend. The second friend said, “You are in distress. So I shall go along with you for some of the 42 . But I cant help you inside the court and 43 you in the case.” Feeling 44 helpless, he went to his third friend 45 he usually did not take notice. He told him about the distress he was in and everything about his 46 . The third friend listened to him and not only went to court with him but produced such 47 proof of his innocence as a(n) 48 in court that he was 49 . This person then felt that the friend whom he had so long 50 had really given him the most 51 help at the time of his danger and distress. Who are these three friends? They are Wealth, Relations and Virtuous deeds. 52 death, a mans wealth (the first friend) will be 53 no avail (有用). The second friend (Relations) will 54 the person only up to the burial ground. But the third friend is a real friend because he was a friend 55 . Anything but Virtuous deeds disappears with the body when a man dies.36. A. unknown B. unexpectedC. undoubted D. indifferent37. A. comparison B. connection C. conflict D. accordance38. A. difficulty B. anger C. excitement D. order39. A. reply B. actionC. way D. method40. A. Satisfied B. Disappointed C. Frightened D. Astonished41. A. appointed B. apologized C. approached D. approved42. A. extent B. measuresC. distance D. wishes43. A. charge B. prove C. scold D. assist44. A. relatively B. absolutely C. obviously D. probably45. A. of whom B. of which C. for whom D. for which 46. A. story B. distress C. friends D. relations47. A. good B. negativeC. new D. positive48. A. proof B. witnessC. evidence D. supporter49. A. set free B. set offC. set out D. set down50. A. cared B. noticed C. connected D. neglected 51. A. modest B. pleasantC. important D. sincere52. A. Before B. Until C. After D. As53. A. in B. on C. of D. at54. A. lead B. accompany C. follow D. advise55. A. in needB. in troubleC. in word D. in action第三部分 閱讀理解（共小題；每小題分，滿分分）William Blake was a British poet, painter and engraver（雕刻師）, who illustrated and printed his own books. Blake announced the important position of the imagination over the rationalism（理性主義）and materialism of the 18th century. Blake was born in London and his father was a successful London businessman who encouraged Blakes artistic talents. Blake was first educated at home, chiefly by his mother. At 14, Blake followed his fathers wish and was apprenticed (當學徒) for seven years to the engraver James Basire. Gothic art and architecture influenced him deeply. Blakes first book of poems, , appeared in 1783 and was followed by and . His most famous poem was part of his . In these works the world was seen from a childs point of view, but they also functioned as parables of adult experience. In the , Blake expressed his lifelong concern with the struggle of the soul to free its natural energies from organized religion. Blake engraved and published most of his major works himself. Blake never escaped his economic poverty, which was largely due to his inability to compete in the highly competitive field of engraving. He also spent a lot on his invention a device enabling a person to design illustrations and print words at the same time. However, he remained independent throughout his life and didnt leave any economic burden to his family after his death. On August 12, 1827, he was buried in an unmarked grave in a public cemetery. Generally regarded as strange, misunderstanding shadowed his career as a writer and artist during his lifetime. However, later generations rediscovered Blake and today he is highly rated as a poet and artist.56. In Blakes opinion, an artist _.A. should settle problems through reason B. must have a rich imagination C. must base his works on the material world D. should illustrate and print his own works 57. What did William Blakes father expect him to be?A. A poet. B. A painter. C. A businessman. D. An engraver.58. Why did Blake remain poor throughout his life? A. Because he didnt know how to sell his books.B. Because of the very fierce competition in the field of engraving.C. Because he spent a lot of money on his invention.D. Both B and C.59. From the passage, we can infer that _. A. Blake was the first child in his family to receive education B. in the 18th century, people were encouraged to show their personalities C. Blakes contribution to English literature was not recognized when he was alive D. not knowing how to deal with business, Blake left his family with a lot of debts Some years ago, on a hot summer day in southern Florida, a little boy decided to go for a swim in the old swimming pool behind his house. In a hurry to dive into the cool water, he ran out of the back door, leaving behind clothes as he went. He flew into the water, not realizing that an alligator (鈍吻鱷) was swimming towards him. His mother in the house was looking out of the window and saw what was happening. In great fear, she ran towards the water, while shouting to her son as loudly as she could. Hearing her voice, the little boy became alarmed and made a U-turn to swim to his mother. However, it was too late. Just as he reached her, the alligator reached him. From the bank of the swimming pool, the mother grabbed her little boy by the arms just as the alligator snatched his legs. Then began an incredible tug-of-war (拔河) between the two. The alligator was much stronger than the mother, but the mother was much too passionate to let go. Luckily, a farmer happened to drive by, and on hearing their screams, he took aim and shot the alligator. After several weeks in the hospital, the little boy survived. His legs were badly scarred by the attack of the animal. On his arms were deep scratches where his mothers fingernails had dug into his flesh in her effort to hang on to her beloved son. The newspaper reporter, who interviewed the boy, asked if he would show him his scars. The boy lifted his legs. And then, with obvious pride, he said to the reporter, “But look at my arms. I have great scars on my arms, too. I have them because my mom wouldnt let go.” Never judge another persons scars, because you dont know how they were made. 60. What can we learn from the second paragraph?A. The boys mother knew early there was an alligator in the swimming pool. B. The boy knew what was happening to him before he heard his mothers voice.C. The alligator had grabbed the boy before his mother ran to the bank.D. The boy was saved finally with the help of the farmer.61. Why did the boy show the scars on his arms to the reporter?A. Because he felt pride in all his scars.B. Because his arms were injured by the alligator.C. Because he wanted to show all his scars to other people.D. Because he wanted to show how great his mother was.62. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A. An alligator attacked the boy when he and his mother were bathing. B. When the boy heard his mothers voice, he realized what was happening. C. The mother was much stronger than the alligator.D. There is always an interesting story behind every scar.63. What would be the best title for this passage?A. Scars of love. B. A boy saved by his mother.C. A terrible accident.D. An alligator leaves scars on a boy. This 7,000-square-foot museum aims to entertain and educate children up to age 9. In its Global City exhibit, people can go shopping for groceries, order lunch at a diner, pretend that theyre doctors or construction workers, and more. In other fun exhibits, they learn about Austins history, explore the world of water, and experience life on a large Texas farm. Open time: From Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm. On Sunday, 12:00 am-5:00 pm.Address: 201 Colorado St, Austin, Texas 78701Phone: 512-4722499 Founded in 1899, it is the worlds oldest childrens museum, featuring interactive exhibits, workshops, and special events. The Mystery of Things teaches children about cultural and scientific objects and Music Mix welcomes young virtuosos (名家). Open time: From Wednesday to Friday, 2:00 pm-5:00 pm. On Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am- 5:00 pm.Address: 145 Brooklyn Ave, Brooklyn, New York 1213Phone: 718-7354400 This museums hand-on exhibits explore the relationships between the natural and the created worlds, and among people of different cultures and times. Exhibits include Streets, a 5/8-scale copy of an actual city, with street lights, and Waterworks, which shows how pumps can move water through a reservoir system. Open time: From Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm. On Sunday, from noon. Closed on holidays.Address: 180 Woz Way, Guadalupe River Park, San Jose, California 95110Phone: 408-2985437 This museum is the largest of its kind. Exhibits cover science, culture, space, history, and explorations. Among them are the Space Quest Planetarium (additional fee), the 33-foot-high Water Clock, the Playscape gallery for preschools, and the Dinosphere exhibit, along with hand-on science exhibits. The largest gallery, the Center for Exploration, is designed for ages 12 and up. Open time: From Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm. Closed on Thanksgiving Day and December 25. Address: 3000 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46208Phone: 317-334332264. Suppose that December 25 is Tuesday, which of the following museums can you visit?A. Austin Childrens Museum.B. Brooklyn Childrens Museum.C. Childrens Discovery Museum.D. Childrens Museum of Indianapolis.65. If you want to see how pumps can move water through a reservoir system, you should visit the museum in _.A. TexasB. New YorkC. CaliforniaD. Indiana66. After entering the museum, you need to pay an additional fee to see _.A. the Center for Exploration B. the Space Quest Planetarium C. the Global City exhibit D. Waterworks 67. The purpose of writing this passage is to _.A. ask adults to visit museumsB. compare some museums and decide which one is the bestC. introduce some museums and encourage parents to visit them with their children D. introduce some exhibits and museums to foreignersWe all hate speed cameras, dont we? Theyre not there to slow drivers down and lower the road accidents. They just make money for the government. They trick us, cost us cold hard cash, distract us from driving properly and are plain unfair. Well, heres a surprising thing: What if there are facts that the boring cameras actually saved lives? Its a conclusion difficult to ignore when you look at whats happening in France, a country with a historically poor record of road safety. There were 16,617 road deaths in 1972 in France, for example, but that had dropped to 8412 by 1995 following the introduction of rules such as compulsory seat belt wearing in 1990 and a lowering of the blood alcohol limit to 0.05 in 1995. In 2005, the road deaths dropped below 5,000 for the first time, or 4.9 per cent less than 2004. Thats about 817 deaths per million people compared with Australias 806. And guess what? In 2005, the number of speed cameras on French roads reached 1,000 and the government plans to double that within the next three years. Okay, you know the arguments regarding increased traffic safety and cameras-for-income, but it seems in France theres been a major cultural change brought on by radars and other laws. A three-hour, wine-soaked lunch with a quick rush back to the office is no longer on. Travelling on the highways, it is rare to see anyone breaking the 130 km/h speed limit when once few traveled below it. The speed cameras are clearly signed so drivers know when they are coming. Theres even an official website listing fixed and mobile camera locations and it is updated regularly. Maybe it is because of such transparency（透明）by the government, rather than the concealment too often used by authorities in many other countries that more French people can enjoy joy of living thanks to speed cameras.68. According to the first paragraph, it seems to most people that speed cameras are used to _.A. make money for the governmentB. slow down the trafficC. lower the number of road accidents D. help us drive properly69. From the passage we can learn that _.A. France has a very poor record of road safety nowB. wed better ignore the evidence that speed cameras save livesC. France had less road deaths than Australia in 2005D. France has successfully controlled road accidents70. Which seems to be more effective in reducing road deaths in France according to this passage?A. Compulsory seat belt wearing.B. Lowering the blood alcohol limit.C. The placement of more speed cameras.D. Eating lunch in a shorter time.71. Now in France, you seldom see _.A. people driving at a speed of less than 130 km/hB. people having a long lunch time, getting drunk and rushing back to the officeC. drivers obeying the traffic lightsD. police conducting traffic in streets72. The underlined word “concealment” in the last paragraph means “ _”.A. hiding B. openness C. strictness D. harmony Gordon Brown is Britains Prime Minister. On Wednesday Tony Blair left office with a legacy of economic prosperity overshadowed by the deeply divisive Iraq war. Queen Elizabeth II asked Gordon Brown to form a new government. Speaking shortly after the queen confirmed Gordon Brown as Britains new prime minister, the ex-Treasury chief addressed reporters outside his new home and office at No.10 Downing Street. Brown said, “On this day I remember words that have stayed with me since my childhood and which matter a great deal to me today, my school motto: I will try my utmost. This is my promise to all of the people of Britain and now let the work of change begin. Thank you.” After ten years as chancellor of the exchequer (財政部), Browns devotion to fiscal “prudence (精心的管理)” and his commitment to increasing aid to Africa are well known, but questions remain about what he intends to do in Iraq and more generally about his foreign policy goals. Early on Wednesday morning, Blair, who had won three successive