2015年福建卷英语高考真题

（2015·福建）The research group produced two reports based on the survey, but _________ contained any useful suggestions.

A．all	B．none
C．either	D．neither

A common memory they all have _____ their school days is the school uniform.

A．of

B．on

C．to

D．with

It was________of Michael to inform us of his delay in case we got worried.

A．careless

B．considerate

C．patient

D．generous

The failure was a big __________ to him, but he wasn’t discouraged and soon got as enthusiastic as ever.

A．blow	B．issue
C．excuse	D．factor

It is said that body language ________ 55 per cent of a first impression while what you say just 7 percent.

A．lies in	B．accounts for
C．consists of	D．goes with

(2015·福建) To my delight, I            from hundreds of applicants to attend the opening ceremony.

A．was chosen	B．was being chosen
C．would choose	D．had chosen

—Sorry, Mum! I failed the job interview again.
—Oh, it's too bad. You________ have made full preparations.

A．must

B．can

C．would

D．should

（2015 • 福建）________more about Chinese culture, Jack has decided to take Chinese folk music as an elective course.

A．Learn	B．Learned
C．To learn	D．To be learning

—I wonder ________ Mary has kept her figure after all these years.
—By working out every day.

A．where	B．how
C．why	D．if

—Where is Peter? I can't find him anywhere.
—He went to the library after breakfast and ________ his essay there ever since.

A．wrote

B．had written

C．has been writing

D．is writing

（2015·福建）         the students came from different countries, they got along quite well in the summer camp.

A．While	B．Unless
C．Since	D．Until

Human life is regarded as part of nature and, as such, the only way for us to survive is to live_________nature.

A．in view of

B．in need of

C．in touch with

D．in harmony with

(2015·福建) In recent years an English word ＂infosphere＂ has appeared, __________the sense of ＂information＂ and ＂ atmosphere＂.

A．combine	B．combined
C．combining	D．being combined

China Today attracts a worldwide readership, ________ shows that more and more people all over the world want to learn about China.

A．who	B．whom
C．that	D．which

—Hi, Dr. Brown! I’m a little early. Should I wait outside?
—No. ________.

A．That’s right	B．My pleasure
C．Come on in	D．Take it easy

One of the easiest things in the world is to become a fault-finder. However, life can be     16     when you are not busy finding fault with it.

Several years ago I     17     a letter from seventeen-year-old Kerry, who described herself as a world-class fault-finder, almost always     18     by things. People were always doing things that annoyed her, and     19     was ever good enough. She was highly self-critical and also found fault with her friends. She became a really     20     person.

Unfortunately, it took a horrible accident to change her     21    . Her best friend was seriously hurt in a car crash. What made it almost     22     to deal with was that the day before the     23    , Kerry had visited her friend and had spent the whole time criticizing her     24     of boyfriends, the way she was living, the way she related to her mother, and various other things she felt she needed to     25    . It wasn’t until her friend was badly hurt that Kerry became     26     her habit of finding fault. Very quickly, she learned to appreciate life rather than to     27     everything so harshly(刻薄). She was able to transfer her new wisdom to other parts of her     28     as well.

Perhaps most of us aren’t as extreme at fault-finding,     29     when we’re honest, we can be sharply     30     of the world. I’m not suggesting you     31     problems, or that you pretend things are     32     than they are, but simply that you learn to allow things to be as they are —     33     most of the time, and especially when it’s not a really big     34    .

Train yourself to ＂bite your tongue＂, and with a little     35    , you’ll get really good at letting things go. And when you do, you’ll get back your enthusiasm and love for life.

16.

A．lonely

B．great

C．quiet

D．uneasy

17.

A．received

B．answered

C．expected

D．rejected

18.

A．threatened

B．interrupted

C．bothered

D．spoiled

19.

A．anything

B．everything

C．something

D．nothing

20.

A．caring

B．boring

C．interesting

D．surprising

21.

A．attitude

B．plan

C．measure

D．explanation

22.

A．urgent

B．unnecessary

C．certain

D．impossible

23.

A．occasion

B．event

C．accident

D．adventure

24.

A．memory

B．notice

C．evidence

D．choice

25.

A．hear

B．contribute

C．express

D．admit

26.

A．aware of

B．afraid of

C．curious about

D．confused about

27.

A．discuss

B．realize

C．judge

D．settle

28.

A．family

B．life

C．career

D．education

29.

A．so

B．or

C．but

D．for

30.

A．proud

B．sure

C．hopeful

D．critical

31.

A．face

B．create

C．solve

D．ignore

32.

A．rarer

B．better

C．stranger

D．worse

33.

A．at least

B．at last

C．by far

D．so far

34.

A．task

B．deal

C．result

D．duty

35.

A．practice

B．speech

C．rest

D．pity

Food festivals around the world

Stilton Cheese Rolling

May Day is a traditional day for celebrations, but the 2,000 English villagers of Stilton must be the only people in the world who include cheese rolling in their annual plans. Teams of four, dressed in a variety of strange and funny clothes, roll a complete cheese along a 50-metre course. On the way, they must not kick or throw their cheese, or go into their competitors' lane（赛道）. Competition is fierce and the chief prize is a complete Stilton cheese weighing about four kilos (disappointingly, but understandably the cheeses used in the race are wooden ones). All the competitors are served with beer or port wine, the traditional accompaniment for Stilton cheese.

Fiery Foods Festival—The Hottest Festival on Earth

Every year more than 10,000 people head for the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico. They come from as far away as Australia, the Caribbean and China, but they all share a common addiction—food that is not just spicy（辛辣）,but hot enough to make your mouth burn, your head spin and your eyes water. Their destination is the Fiery Food and BBQ Festival which is held over a period of three clays every March. You might like to try a chocolate-covered habanero pepper—officially the hottest pepper in the world—or any one of the thousands of products that are on show. But one thing's for sure—if you don't like the feeling of a burning tongue, this festival isn't for you!

La Tomatina—The World's Biggest Food Fight

On the last Wednesday of every August, the Spanish town of Bunol hosts Ea Tomatina—the world's largest food fight. A week-long celebration leads up to an exciting tomato battle as the highlight of the week's events. The early morning sees the arrival of large trucks with tomatoes—official fight-starters get things going by casting tomatoes at the crowd.

The battle lasts little more than half an hour, in which time around 50,000 kilograms of tomatoes have been thrown at anyone or anything that moves, runs, or fights back. Then everyone heads down to the river to make friends again—and for a much-needed wash!

36. In the Stilton cheese rolling competition, competitors on each team must                      .

A．wear various formal clothes

B．roll a wooden cheese in their own lane

C．kick or throw their cheese

D．use a real cheese weighing about four kilos

37. Where is the Fiery Food and BBQ Festival held?

A．In New Mexico.

B．In the Caribbean.

C．In Australia.

D．In China.

38. The celebration of La Tomatina lasts                       .

A．three days

B．seven days

C．less than three days

D．more than seven days

39. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A．The chief prize for the Stilton cheese rolling competition is beer or port wine.

B．More than 10,000 Chinese take pail in the Fiery Food and BBQ Festival.

C．Thousands of spicy foods are on show in the Fiery Food and BBQ Festival.

D．An exciting tomato battle takes place at the beginning of La Tomatina.

       Papa, as a son of a dirt-poor farmer, left school early and went to work in a factory, for education was for the rich then. So, the world became his school. With great interest, he read everything he could lay his hands on, listened to the town elders and learned about the world beyond his tiny hometown. “There’s so much to learn,” he’d say. “Though we’re born stupid, only the stupid remain that way.” He was determined that none of his children would be denied (拒绝) an education.

Thus, Papa insisted that we learn at least one new thing each day. Though, as children, we thought this was crazy, it would never have occurred to us to deny Papa a request. And dinner time seemed perfect for sharing what we had learned. We would talk about the news of the day; no matter how insignificant, it was never taken lightly. Papa would listen carefully and was ready with some comment, always to the point.

Then came the moment—the time to share the day’s new learning.

Papa, at the head of the table, would push back his chair and pour a glass of red wine, ready to listen.

“Felice,” he’d say, “tell me what you learned today.”

“I learned that the population of Nepal is ....”

Silence.

Papa was thinking about what was said, as if the salvation of the world would depend upon it. “The population of Nepal. Hmm. Well….” he’d say. “Get the map; let’s see where Nepal is.” And the whole family went on a search for Nepal.

This same experience was repeated until each family member had a turn. Dinner ended only after we had a clear understanding of at least half a dozen such facts.

As children, we thought very little about these educational wonders. Our family, however, was growing together, sharing experiences and participating in one another’s education. And by looking at us, listening to us, respecting our input, affirming our value, giving us a sense of dignity, Papa was unquestionably our most influential teacher.

Later during my training as a future teacher, I studied with some of the most famous educators. They were imparting what Papa had known all along—the value of continual learning. His technique has served me well all my life. Not a single day has been wasted, though I can never tell when knowing the population of Nepal might prove useful.

40. What do we know from the first paragraph?

A．The author’s father was born in a worker’s family.

B．Those born stupid could not change their life.

C．The town elders wanted to learn about the world.

D．The poor could hardly afford school education.

41. The underlined word “it” in the second paragraph refers to “________”.

A．one new thing	B．a request
C．the news	D．some comment

42. It can be learned from the passage that the author________.

A．enjoyed talking about news

B．knew very well about Nepal

C．felt regret about those wasted days

D．appreciated his father’s educational technique

43. What is the greatest value of “dinner time” to the author?

A．Continual learning.	B．Showing talents.
C．Family get-together.	D．Winning Papa’s approval.

44. The author’s father can be best described as ________.

A．an educator expert at training future teachers

B．a parent insistent on his children’s education

C．a participant willing to share his knowledge

D．a teacher strict about everything his students did

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45. One of the benefits mentioned in, the advertisement is       .

A．a free flight to any destination in the world

B．30% off any book purchased at Ruby Bookstore

C．a free bowl of dessert at any restaurant at the airport

D．a discount on any course at Tanya Language School

46. Which of the following bookings may receive the most benefits?

A．Booking date Departure date September 13 September 18

B．Booking date Departure date September 2 September 12

C．Booking date Departure date August 15 September 4

D．Booking date Departure date August 16 September 8

47. Which of the following is TRUE according to the advertisement?

A．You need to pay $50 to sign up a child for the club.

B．Club members enjoy free travel insurance for any flight.

C．The advertisement is intended for students of all ages.

D．Any child must be accompanied by at least one paying adult.

Life can be so wonderful, full of adventure and joy. It can also be full of challenges, setbacks and heartbreaks. Whatever our circumstances, we generally still have dreams, hopes and desires—that little something more we want for ourselves and our loved ones. Yet knowing we can have more can also create a problem, because when we go to change the way we do things, up come the old patterns and pitfalls that stopped us from seeking what we wanted in the first place.
This tension between what we feel we can have and "what were seemingly able to have is the niggling   suffering, the anxiety we feel. This is where we usually think it's easier to just give up. But we're never meant to let go of the part of us that knows we can have more. The intelligence behind that knowing is us—the real us. It's the part that believes in life and its possibilities. If you drop that, you begin to feel a little "dead" inside because you're dropping "you".
So, if we have this capability but somehow life seems to keep us stuck, how do we break these patterns?
Decide on a new course and make one decision at a time. This is good advice for a new adventure or just getting through today's challenges.
While, deep down, we know we can do it, our mind—or the minds of those close to us—usually says we can't.
That isn't a reason to stop, it's just the mind, that little man or woman on your shoulder, trying to talk you out of something again. It has done it many times before. It's all about starting simple and doing it now.
Decide and act before overthinking. When you do this you may feel a little, or large, release from the jail of your mind and you'll be on your way.
48. It can be inferred from the first two paragraphs that we should     .

A．slow down and live a simple life

B．be careful when we choose to change

C．stick to our dreams under any circumstances

D．be content with what we already have

49. What is the key to breaking the old patterns?

A．To focus on every detail.

B．To decide and take immediate action.

C．To listen to those close to us.

D．To think twice before we act.

50. Which of the following best explains the underlined part in the last paragraph?

A．Escape from your punishment

B．Realization of your dreams.

C．Freedom from your tension.

D．Reduction of your expectations.

51. What does the author intend to tell us?

A．It's easier than we think to get what we want.

B．It's important to learn to accept sufferings in life.

C．It's impractical to change our way of thinking.

D．It's harder than we expect to follow a new course.

Group exercise is one of the most effective ways to improve physical fitness and sustain a healthy lifestyle.Group exercise is challenging, yet fun and empowering! Of course everyone knows that exercise is good for the body.However, studies have shown that when exercise is performed in groups, it's not only great for improving physical health but for psychological health. It's an opportunity to be social, release endorphins , and improve your strength. Additionally, group exercise creates a community feel and the shared common goal motivates participants to work hard. The instrumental support of taking on a fitness journey with others proves more effective than going to the gym alone.
Another beneficial aspect of group exercise is the informational support participants receive from the instructor.Many people fear the gym because they feel lost and don't want to embarrass themselves. If you feel you can relate, then group training is an even better option for you. It's a great opportunity to learn more about fitness through the clear instruction and supervision of a fitness instructor. If you're tired of wandering around the gym wasting time and becoming bored, !you can attend an upbeat group fitness class that'll keep your workout on track. Don't let
fitness frighten you!
If you're serious about wanting to live a healthy lifestyle, it's extremely important to surround yourself with people who'll provide you with the proper emotional support. I wouldn't scold anyone for deciding to party on weekends and in turn I wouldn't expect anyone to give offence to me for focusing on my health. Surround yourself with people who uplift, encourage and understand you! Make fitness even more fun by trying something new or any group fitness class, with a friend. Plan to go for a jog together. Then try a fun healthy restaurant or fresh juice bar! Fitness can be both fun and social!
Surrounding yourself with people who'll provide you with respect support can be very beneficial while working towards reaching health and fitness goals. First, decide to do it for yourself and work towards staying positive. Then make sure the people you surround yourself with are supportive. Don't let negativity ruin your motivation.
52. The first paragraph focuses on .

A．the greatest challenge of group exercise

B．the most effective way to improve physical fitness

C．the contribution of group exercise to psychological health

D．the shared common goal in performing exercise in groups

53. The underlined word "upbeat" in the second paragraph probably means "

A．cheerful

B．average

C．serious

D．temporal

54. When it comes to emotional support, the author thinks it necessary          

A．to sustain a colorful lifestyle

B．to party on weekends with positive people

C．to try a fun healthy restaurant regularly

D．to surround yourself with supportive people

55. What would be the best title for the passage?

A．Seeking Support	B．Supporting Health
C．Improving Your Strength	D．Building Up Fitness

       Sometimes we have disagreements with people. When this    56    , the important thing is to try not to let a calm discussion turn into a heated argument. Here     57    my tips for you.

The f    58     thing I would say is that the way you begin the conversation is very important.

Imagine you are a student and you share a flat     59    another student who you think isn’t doing her share of the housework. If you say “Look, you never do your share of the housework.     60    are you going to do about it?”, the discussion will very soon turn into an argument. It’s much more    61    (有帮助) to say something like “I think we had b    62     have another look about how we divide up the housework. Maybe there is a better way of dealing with it.”

My second piece of a    63     is simple. If you’re the person who is in the wrong, just admit it! This is the easiest and best way to avoid an argument. Just make an     64    (道歉), and move on. The other person will have more respect for you     65    the future if you do that.

66. 请阅读下面图画，按要求用英语写一篇词数为120左右的短文。
内容包括：
1. 描述画面；
2. 概述其含义；
3. 谈谈个人感想。

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注意：
1. 短文开头已给出, 不计入总词数；
2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯；
3. 短文中不能出现与本人相关的信息；
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