甘肃省临夏中学2017_2018学年高一英语下学期期末考试习题.docx

甘肃省临夏中学2017-2018学年高一英语下学期期末考试试题(注：请将答案填涂到答题纸和答题卡上，直接在试卷上答题无效)一、 阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2分，共30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，在答题卡上将该项涂黑。A There once lived a young man who thought himself to be poor. One day he went to a wise man to ask how to become rich. The wise man said, “Young man, you are already rich now.”“ But where is my wealth(财富)?” the young man asked.“It is with you. Your eyes are your wealth. You use them to see this world. You use them to see all the beautiful things in this world. Your hands are your wealth. You can use them to work. You can use them to hug your beloved ones. Your legs are your wealth. You can go to any place.” the wise man said.“You call these wealth? But everyone has them,” the young man said.“These are wealth. What you have now is not what someone else can luckily have. Would you like to give your eyes to me? Id like to give you a lot of money to exchange for them,” the wise man said.“No, Im not going to do so! My eyes are important to me!” the young man said.Everyone is rich. We should treasure(珍惜)our wealth, and take care of it. We should not overuse it because once it is gone, it is gone forever. Remember it is our wealth that we do not want to lose.1Why did the young man go to visit the wise man?A. Because he was ill.B. Because he was the wise mans friend.C. Because he wanted to know how to be rich.D. Because he wanted to be wise.2The wise man thought the young man himself_.A. was rich B. was poorC. was wise D. was silly3The young man wasnt willing to exchange his eyes for money because _.A. he was richB. he didnt like the old manC. he thought his eyes were important to himD. he didnt like moneyB Are you looking for some new and exciting places to take your kids to? Try some of these places:. Visit art museums. They offer some activities to excite your kids interest. Many offer workshops for making hand-made pieces, traveling exhibits, book signings(签名) by childrens favorite writers, and even musical performances and other arts. Head to a natural history museum. This is where kids can discover the past from dinosaur models to rock collections and pictures of stars in the sky. Also, ask what kind of workshops and educational programs are prepared for kids and any special events that are coming up.Go to a Youtheater. Look for one in your area offering plays for child and family visitors. Pre-show play shops are conducted by area artists and educators where kids can discover the secret about performing arts. Puppet (木偶) making and stage make-up are just a couple of the special offerings you might find.Try hands-on science. Visit one of the many hands-on science museums around the country. These science play-lands are great fun for kids and grown-ups alike. Theyll keep your child mentally and physically active the whole day through while pushing buttons, experimenting, and building. When everyone is tired, enjoy a fun family science show, commonly found in these museums.4If a child is interested in the universe, he probably will visit_.A. a natural history museumB. an art museumC. a YoutheaterD. a hands-on science museum5What can kids do at a Youtheater?A. Look at rock collections.B. See dinosaur models.C. Watch puppet making.D. Give performances.6What does hands-on science mean in the last paragraph?A. Science games designed by kids.B. Reading science books.C. A show of kids science work.D. Learning science by doing things.7Where does this text probably come from?A. A science textbook. B. A film review.C. A news report. D. A museum guide.C Football-called soccer in the United States-is probably the most popular sport in the world today, It has been popular for a long time. But many years ago each country had different rules for its own football game. In 1863 a group of people met in England to change this. They wrote a set of rules for all countries to follow. They also planned for soccer teams from different countries to play against each other. The idea worked. These rules are the same today, more than 100 years later. Now teams from all the world compete in the famous World Cup. The cup is a series of games which is held every four years. Team from many countries plays to see which is the best. Soccer is so popular today that it is not unusual for 600 million people to watch a World Cup match on television. How did the World Cup start? The soccer team from Uruguay won the Olympic championship in soccer in 1924 and 1928. That country decided to have the first World Cup games in Montevideo in 1930, These first games were not very successful. Only thirteen teams arrived to play and eight of them were from South America.It didnt seem like a world championship. The team from Uruguay won the Cup that first year.8. In 1863 a group of people met in England_. A. to play for football teams from different countries B. to learn the rules for football C. to write a set of rules for footballD. to have matches between teams from different countries9. The rules written in 1863 are _. A. the same as todays B. different from todaysC. changed a lot D. changed a little 10. When did the first World Cup take place? A. In 1930. B. In 1924. C. in 1928 D. In 193411. The first World Cup was not successful becauseA. the Olympic champion didnt take place B. some of the teams arrived too lateC. all teams were from South America D. it did not seem like a world championshipDLouis Armstong had two famous nicknames（绰号）. Some people called him Bagamo . They said his mouth looked like a large bag . Musicians often called him Pops , as a sign of respect for his influence on the world of music .Born in 1901 in New Orleans , he grew up poor , but lived among great musicians . Jazz was invented in the city a few years before his birth . Armstrong often said , “ Jazz and I grew up together .”Armstrong showed a great talent for music when he was taught to play the cornet(短号) at a boys home . In his late teens , Armstrong began to live the life of a musician . He played in parades , clubs , and on the steamboats that travelled on the Mississippi River . At that time , New Orleans was famous for the new music of jazz and was home to many great musicians . Armstrong learned from the older musicians and soon became respected as their equal .In 1922 he went to Chicago . There , the tale of Louis Armstrong begins . From then until the end of his life , Armstong was celebrated and loved wherever he went . Armstrong had no equal when it came to playing the American popular song .His cornet playing had a deep humanity(仁爱) and warmth that caused many listeners to say , “ Listening to Pops just makes you feel good all over .” He was the father of the jazz style and also one of the best-known and most-admired people in the world . His death , on July 6 , 1971 , was headline news around the world .12. Armstrong was called Pops because he .A. looked like a musician B. was a musician of much influenceC. showed an interest in music D. travelled to play modern music13. The third paragraph is developed .A. by space B. by examples C. by time D. by comparison14. Which statement about Armstrong is true ?A. His tale begins in New Orleans .B. He was born before jazz was invented .C. His music was popular with his listeners .D. He learned popular music at a boys home .15. Which would be the best title for the text ?A. The Invention of the Jazz Music .B. The Father of the Jazz Style .C. The Making of a Musician .D. The Spread of Popular Music .二、七选五 （共5小题，每小题2分，共10分，将答案涂至答题卡71-75题处）Most of us lead a busy life. 16 We think, “If I reached my goal, then I would be happy”, or “If I could get a better job, then I would enjoy life.” But why not enjoy life right now? Firstly, take time to notice and appreciate the beauty in your own surroundings. 17 “There is a great big world of wonder and beauty around us!” And as Brodersen explains, “Look for the beauty of the sunrise and of a friend s smile that brightens your day. Open your eyes to see the beauty you might not normally see. Doing so helps to cheer you up.” Secondly, taking time to experience some simple pleasures also can bring joy to your heart and ease your stress. Take me for example. 18 One universal simple pleasure is finding things that make you laugh. Make time to laugh every day.Thirdly, don t take your family and friends for granted. Rich, rewarding relationships add greatly to the enjoyment of life. When you think of someone, why not call, e-mail or write them? 19 As Wayne Lawton explains, “Invest time in relationships. Remove the attitude, what s in it for me? Happiness is found in putting other s interests, desires and concerns ahead of our own whenever possible. Selfishness is a dead-end street.” 20 A. A short e-mail or phone call can make a world of difference to someone.B. Driven by the “urgent”, we forget to enjoy life.C. In my spare time, I enjoy collecting stamps and reading novels.D. So please treasure relationship.E. Be aware of beauty in nature.F. You don t need to travel far to find beauty.G. I delight in simple things like my favorite tea drink, a bubble bath or family photos.三、 完形填空（共20小题，每小题1分，共20分）阅读下面短文，从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佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。I spent last summer volunteering at a hospital. One morning, I was called to a room in which an _21_ woman was staying. _22_she wanted to go to a nearby gift shop, I got a(n) 23 and helped her into it, heading for the shop.When we got there, the shop wasnt 24 yet. It was merely a 30-minute wait so we went over to the 25 area and I read her bits and pieces of the newspaper aloud. After 30 minutes, we went into the gift shop. Pushing her around, I could see the 26 on her face as she looked at everything. She happily chose some window decorations and then 27 chocolates. She asked me to push her 28 that direction. I helped her 29 all the different chocolate arrangements. She 30 decided on three different boxes.As she was checking out, she asked the cashier for a 31 and asked me to write the numbers 1, 2, and 3 on the boxes. She 32 that the nurses were taking such good care of her, so she 33 chocolates for each of the three shifts of nurses. The moment I wheeled her back up to her room, she gave the 34 shift of nurses their box of chocolate, who 35 offered some to me before taking some themselves. There were 36 all around._37_ her generosity and getting the opportunity to spend time with someone who got so much pleasure from life was a 38 in itself. Gratitude has an amazing way of bringing people 39 , especially in a place where health is so highly 40 .21A. elderly B. honest C. impatient D. independent22A. While B. As long as C. In case D. As23A. wheelchair B. bus C. taxi D. ambulance24A. crowded B. complete C. open D. close25A. checking B. dieting C. parking D. waiting26A. joy B. surprise C. pride D. anxiety27A. smelt B. spotted C. tasted D. purchased28A. in B. to C. up D. at29A. put away B. hand in C. look through D. give out30A. properly B. eventually C. gradually D. hurriedly31A. change B. box C. card D. pen32A. admitted B. suggested C. explained D. promised33A. borrowed B. ordered C. made D. bought34A. next B. present C. previous D. night35A. in turn B. by chance C. on purpose D. in advance36A. noises B. greetings C. smiles D. jokes37A. Witnessing B. Taking advantage of C. Repaying D. Searching for38A. prize B. gift C. risk D. story39A. back B. upwards C. together D. down40A. respected B. praised C. admired D. valued四、语法填空（共10小题，每小1分，共10分）Jane Goodall, 41 is famous for chimp research spent years 42(observe)and recording chimps daily 43(behave). She discovered 44 chimps eat are meat, fruits and nuts. She also discovered chimps can communicate with each other, and her study also can help chimps lead 45 safer as well as happier life.For forty years, Jane has tried her best 46(make) the world understand that wildlife is 47 (respect). She has argued that wild animals should 48(leave) in the wild instead of in the zoo.She said once she separated from chimps, all the memories would crowd 49. She remembered the chimps in labs and small chimps in cages though they had done nothing wrong. She will continue helping them. Her achievements are 50(inspire) for us to do more.五、短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，共10分)文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（），并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。David,Sorry to learn that youve put on weight. Eat too much junk food in McDonalds and KFC must be the reason, I guess.You have to realize that foods are not always as health as what was said in the advertisements. If you know more about them, we will find fried chicken and French fries are rich in fat, sugar and salt. They can make you to gain weight and become sick.Which you ought to have every day are cereal, noodles, rice, fruit and vegetables rather than the junk food. Energy-giving food, body-building food and protective food makes up a balance diet. In word, you must have an idea of how the food is before you eat it.I hope my advices can help you improve your health.六、书面表达（共1题，满分20分）51假如你(李华)的网友John即将去三亚旅行，请你根据以下提示，用英语给他写封电子邮件，向他介绍你对旅游的看法并提醒他旅行注意事项。1、旅游是一种非常好的活动。欣赏美景，呼吸新鲜空气，交朋友，放松身心，有益健康。2、旅行前的准备。了解天气，带好衣服、相机、常用药品等。3、旅行时注意饮食卫生和安全，做好防晒工作，防止小偷。要求:1、行文连贯，不得逐句翻译;2、