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1、平遥中学2022-2022学年度第二学期高一期末考试英 语 试 题本试卷总分值： 150分 考试时间：100分钟 本试卷分第一卷选择题和第二卷非选择题第一卷第一局部：听力略第二局部：阅读理解共两节，总分值60 分第一节共15小题；每题3分，总分值45分阅读以下短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最正确选项，并将答案写在答题卡上。AChina is a land of bicycles. At least it was back in 1992 when I traveled the country. Back then everyone seemed to be riding
2、a bicycle. Millions of them, all black. Cars were rare. Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year, Ive found the opposite is true. There are millions of cars. However, people still use their bicycles to get around. For many, its the easiest and cheapest way to travel today. Bicycles also come in dif
3、ferent colorssilver, green, red, blue, yellow, whatever you want.Its fun watching people biking. They rush quickly through crossroads, move skillfully through traffic, and ride even on sidewalks(人行道). Bicycles allow people the freedom to move about that cars just cant provide.Eager to be part of thi
4、s aspect of Chinese culture, I decided to buy a bicycle. Great weather accompanied(陪伴) my great buy. I immediately jumped up on my bicycle seat and started home.My first ride home was orderly(守秩序的). To be safe, I stayed with a “pack of bikers while cars on the streets came running swiftly out of now
5、here at times. I didnt want to get hit. So I took the ride carefully.Crossing the streets was the biggest problem. It was a lot like crossing a major highway back in the United States. The streets here were wide, so crossing took time, skill and a little bit of luck.I finally made it home. The feeli
6、ng on the bicycle was amazing. The air hitting my face and going through my hair was wonderful. I was sitting on top of the world as I passed by places and people. Biking made me feel alive.1. According to the author, why are bicycles still popular in China today?A. Because they are traditional and
7、safe.B. Because they are convenient and inexpensive.C. Because they are colorful and available.D. Because they are fast and environment friendly.2. The author decided to buy a bicycle because he intended _.A. to ride it for funB. to use it for transportC. to experience local cultureD. to improve his
8、 riding skills3.How did the author feel about his street crossing?A. It was boring.B. It was difficult.C. It was lively.D. It was wonderful.4. Which of the following best describes the authors biking experience?A. The author enjoyed showing off his biking skills.B. The author was annoyed by the air
9、while riding.C. The author was praised by the other bikers.D. The author took great pleasure in biking.BIt was Mothers Day morning last year and I was doing my shopping at our local supermarket with my five-year-old son, Tenyson. As we were leaving, we found that only minutes earlier an elderly woma
10、n had fallen over at the entrance and had hit her head on the concrete. Her husband was with her, but there was blood everywhere and the woman was embarrassed and clearly in shock. Walking towards the scene, Tenyson became very upset about what had happened to the couple. He said to me, “Mum, its no
11、t much fun falling over in front of everyone. At the front of the supermarket, a charity(慈善) group had set up a stand selling cooked sausages and flowers to raise funds. Tenyson suggested that we should buy the lady a flower. “It will make her feel better, he said. I was amazed that hed come up with
12、this sweet idea. So we went over to the flower seller and asked her if we could buy a flower for the lady to cheer her up. “Just take it, she replied. “I cant take your money for such a wonderful gesture. By now paramedics(急救人员) had arrived, and were attending to the injured woman. As we walked up t
13、o her, my son becameintimidated by all the blood and medical equipment. He said he was just too scared to go up to her. Instead I gave the flower to the womans husband and told him, “My son was very upset for your wife and wanted to give her this flower to make her feel better. At that, the old man
14、started crying and said, “Thank you so much, you have a wonderful son. Happy Mothers Day to you. The man then bent down and gave his wife the flower, telling her who it was from. Though badly hurt and shaken, the old lady looked up at Tenyson with love in her eyes and gave him a little smile.5.What
15、dose the author intend to tell us?A. One can never be too careful.B. Actions speak louder than words.C. Love begins with a little smile.D. A small act of kindness brings a great joy.6. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. The elderly woman was knocked down by Tenyson.B. Tenyson
16、s idea of buying a flower gained his mothers support.C. Tenysons care for the elderly woman puzzled the flower seller.D. The elderly woman was moved to tears by Tenysons gesture.7. The underlined word “intimidated in the fourth paragraph probably means “_.A. astonishedB. struckC. frightenedD. excite
17、d8. What would be the best title for the passage?A. Flowers PowerB. Mothers DayC. An Accidental InjuryD. An Embarrassing MomentCFOR RENT Large,sunny office in convenient downtown location,near two bus routes,ample parking in rear. 900 sq feet divided into two private offices and comfortable receptio
18、n area, small kitchen, one bathroom. Modern 10-story building with two elevators. $1,750/month. First months rent and security deposit(押金) equal to one months rent required to move in. To see, call City Office Rentals at 382-0838 between 8:30 and 4:30,Tues.-Sat.To:Marilyn SawyerFrom:Paul LebowskiSen
19、t:Tuesday,October 3Subject:Office rentalMarilyn,Heres a link to an office rental ad I found online: offices /10-01. I think its worth looking at even though the rent is a bit high. I know it is a good deal more than we are paying now, but look at the size. Its twice as big as our current office, and
20、 Im sure we can use the space. And it has a kitchen, a bathroom and a reception area just like we have now. Unfortunately it is nowhere near a subway station. That is a convenience I would miss having,but it does have parking,unlike our current office. Im sure our clients would appreciate that. It w
21、ould also be good to be in a building with an elevator. Im really tired of using the stairs. Id like to see the space as soon as possible. Could you call and make an appointment? Try and get one for tomorrow if you can, because after that Ill be away until next Monday, as you know. Thanks.Paul9. How
22、 much would Marilyn and Paul have to pay before moving into the advertised office?A. $900.B. $1,750.C. $1,800.D. $3,500.10. What does the advertised office have that the current office doesnt?A. A kitchen.B. A bathroom.C. A parking area.D. A reception area.11. When does Paul want to see the office?A
23、. Monday.B. Tuesday.C. Wednesday.D. Thursday.D Stephen William Hawking(1942.1-2022.3), was a theoretical physicist, cosmologist, author and Director of Research at the Centre for Theoretical Cosmology within the University of Cambridge. Having spent his career decoding the universe and even experien
24、ced weightlessness, he was urging the continuation of space exploration for humanitys sake. The 76-year-old Hawking once said he did not think humans would survive another 1,000 years “without escaping beyond our fragile脆弱的planet.The scientist made the remarks before an audience of doctors, nurses a
25、nd employees at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he toured a stem cell laboratory thats focused on trying to slow the progression of Lou Gehrigs disease. Hawking was diagnosed (诊断) with the neurological disorder 55 years ago while studying at Cambridge University. He recalled how he became depress
26、ed and at first didnt see a point in finishing his PhD. But he continued to devote himself to his studies. “If you understand how the universe operates, you control it in a way, he said. Famous for his work on black holes and the origins of the universe, Hawking was also well-known for bringing abst
27、ract physics concepts to the masses through his best-selling books. Hawking survived longer than most people with Lou Gehrigs disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. ALS attacks nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord(脊髓) that control the muscles. People gradually have more and more t
28、rouble breathing and moving as muscles weaken and waste away. Theres no cure and no way to reverse (倒转) the diseases progression. Few people with ALS live longer than a decade. Hawking received around-the-clock care, could only communicate by twitching his cheek, and relied on a computer mounted to
29、his wheelchair to convey his thoughts in a unique robotic monotone. Despite his diagnosis, Hawking remained active. In 2022, he floated like an astronaut on an aircraft that created weightlessness by making parabolic(抛物线) dives. “However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do.
30、 he said.12. Why did Hawking remark that humans will not survive another 1,000 years?A. To warn the earth may not be suitable to live on.B. To make his theory on cosmology widely accepted.C. To show the earth is becoming more and more fragile.D. To persuade human beings to further space exploration.
31、13. What must human beings do if they want to survive according to Hawking?A. Study the universe without stop.B. Escape possible future disasters.C. Realize the way the universe works.D. Protect the environment of the earth.14. What if a person suffers from Lou Gehrigs disease?A. They will be unable
32、 to walk or speak to others.B. They are likely to die within ten years generally.C. They can recover a little bit if they are treated early.D. They are mostly assisted by especially-designed robots15. What do Hawkings achievements in science lie in?A. His interest in physics.B. His creation of black
33、 holes. .C. His research on the universe.D.His strong will against disease.第二节共5小题；每题3分，共15分根据短文内容，从短文后的七个选项中选出能填入空白处的最正确选项，选项中有两项为多余选项，并将答案写在答题卡上。Eyesight plays a very important role in our daily life. Every waking moment, the eyes are working to see the world around us. Over forty percent of Ameri
34、cans worry about losing eyesight, but its easy to include steps into our daily life to ensure healthy eyes. Here are five suggestions for a lifetime of healthy eyesight: Schedule yearly exams. 16 Experts advise parents to bring babies 6 to 12 months of age to the doctor for a careful check. The good
35、 news is that millions of children now can have yearly eye exams and following treatment, including eyeglasses. Protect against UV rays (紫外线). Long-term stay in the sun creates risk to your eyes. No matter what the season is, its extremely important to wear sunglasses. 17 . Give your eyes a break. T
36、wo-thirds of Americans spend up to seven hours a day using computers or other digital products. 18 . Experts recommend that people practice the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away. 19 As part of a healthy diet, eat more fruits and vegetables eac
37、h day. Vitamins (维生素) C and E help protect eyesight and promote eye health. Practice safe wear and care of contact lenses (隐形眼镜). Many Americans use contact lenses to improve their eyesight. While some follow the medical guidance for wearing contact lenses, many are breaking the rules and putting th
38、eir eyesight at risk. 20 . Otherwise, you may have problems such as red eyes, pain in the eyes, or a more serious condition.A. Eat your greens.B. Eye care should begin early in life.C. They can properly protect your eyes.D. Stay in good shape by taking more vitamins.E. Parents usually dont care abou
39、t their own eyesight.F. Always follow the doctors advice for appropriate wear.G. This frequent eye activity increases the risk for eye tiredness.第三局部：英语知识运用共两节，总分值55 分第一节 完形填空共20小题；每题2分，总分值40分阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项A.B.C和D中，选出可以填入空白处的最正确选项，并将答案写在答题卡上。“Mum, can I invite my classmate Brett over to stay t
40、omorrow night, please? Its Friday, and we dont have any 21 Can I, please? Mum was sitting at the kitchen table. Dad was22 next to her, resting his head on his arms. Mum could 23that James wanted so badly to have his friend over.“Im so sorry, James, she said.“Im never allowed to have friends come to
41、the house? Why, Mum? James asked sadly, almost in 24 . “I know its 25 for you, Mum said softly. “But Im just worried other people might think were a little strange. And then they would make fun of you. No, they wouldnt, Mum, James protested. “Were not 26 at all. Were just ordinary people.Mum sighed
42、heavily. “To tell you the truth, James, my neck has been so painful that its given me a heavy 27.And your poor fatherhe doesnt feel 28 . He really needs a rest. I can help, Mum! James said. “ 29 I can make you and Dad feel better, can Brett come over? Please?Well Mum began. “Great! Thanks, Mum! Jame
43、s almost shouted. “Just sit there, dont move. He rushed over to the kitchen drawer and 30 what he neededtwo spanners(扳手). “Hang on, Mum, he said. “This wont take a second. After some 31, James was finished. With a smile of 32on his face he said, “There! How does that feel? “Oh, James, Mum said. “Tha
44、ts much better! How did you do it? Easy, James said33 . Dad had tightened your neck bolts(螺栓) too much! I just 34 them slightly! I learned that in robotic science at school. What about you father? Can you 35 him? asked Mum.“Ill try, James replied. He 36 up Dads hair at the back of his neck. and plug
45、ged the electric wire into Dads head. Then he turned the 37 on. Dad opened his eyes and 38 immediately. “He just let his 39 run too low, thats all, James said, “Shall I tell Brett to come over straight after school tomorrow? I guess so, replied Mum. “Your friends will just have to 40 that we are a v
46、ery unusual family. Thanks, son!21. A. chanceB. messageC. homeworkD. difficulty22. A. asleepB. readingC. aloneD. standing23. A. explainB. seeC. agreeD. doubt24. A. terrorB. tearsC. surpriseD. silence25. A. fairB. easyC. goodD. hard26. A. strangeB. normalC. popularD. anxious27. A. headacheB. lossC. taskD. day28.A. illB. funnyC. sorryD. well29.A.AsB. IfC. SinceD. Before30. A. keptB. controlledC. foundD. returned31. A. requestsB. thoughtsC. repairsD. instructions32. A. sympathyB. satisfactionC. bitternessD. politeness33.A.embarrassedlyB.