陕西省榆林市绥德中学2020学年高一英语下学期期中试题

陕西省榆林市绥德中学2020学年高一英语下学期期中试题 第I卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每题1.5分，共7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1.Where will the speakers probably go?A. The park. B. The cinema. C. The restaurant.2.What will the woman do today?A. Meet some volunteers.B. Clean up the park.C. Study at home.3.What are the speakers talking about?A. Preparing for the exam.B. Going to a history lecture.C. Getting help from Prof. Martin.4.What does the man mean?A. Hell play tennis with the woman.B. He is worried about the weather.C. He has little interest in tennis.5.When will the shuttle bus get to the museum?A. At 10: 30.B. At 10: 25.C. At 10: 00.第二节（共15小题；每题1.5分，共22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。6.What does the mans brother do?A. A journalist.B. A teacher.C.A sailor.7.How does the man find being a teacher?A. Meaningful.B. Interesting.C. Tiring.听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。8.Why does the woman make the call?A. To offer a job.B. To raise money.C. To make an appointment.9.What does the woman ask the man to do?A. Meet her at the City Hall first.B. Get to the party at 12: 30.C. Pick her up at the hotel.听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。10.How does the man go to work?A. On foot. B. By car.C. By bus.11.What did the woman change?A. Her job. B. Her apartment. C. Her working time.12.What does the man complain about?A. His work.B. His boss. C. His landlord.听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。13.Where does the man work?A. At a public school.B. At a supermarket. C. At a job agency.14.Whats the relationship between Lisa and Lauren?A. Teacher and student.B. Waitress and customer.C. Former manager and employee.15.What is the mans mobile number?A. 0412556207. B. 0412567702.C. 0421566270.16.What does the man expect Lisa to do?A. Meet him. B. Contact Lauren. C. Call him back.听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。17.Whom is the center open to?A. The employees children.B. Any child no older than 5.C. All children in the neighborhood.18.What are the opening hours of the center?A.6: 30 am7: 00 pm.B.7: 00 am6: 30 pm.C.8: 00 am7: 30 pm.19.What is in the center?A. A gym. B. A lunchroom.C. Six classrooms.20.What is the biggest advantage of the center?A. Being big.B. Being modern.C. Being convenient.第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。APacific Science Center GuideVisit Pacific Science Centers StoreDont forget to stop by Pacific Science Centers Store while you are here to pick up a wonderful science activity or souvenir to remember your visitThe store is located(位于) upstairs in Building 3 right next to the Laser DomeHungry?Our exhibits will feed your mind，but what about your body? Our car offers a complete menu of lunch and snack options，in addition to seasonal specialsThe caf is located upstairs in Building 1 and is open daily until one hour before Pacific Science Center closesRental InformationLockers are available to store any belongings during your visitThe lockers are located in Building 1 near the Information Desk and in Building 3Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk and Denny Way entranceID requiredSupport Pacific Science CenterSince 1962，Pacific Science Center has been inspiring a passion(热情)for discovery and lifelong learning in science，math and technologyToday，Pacific Science Center serves more than 1.3 million people a year and brings inquiry-based science education to classrooms and community events all over Washington State. Its an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without generous support from individuals, corporations, and other social organizations. Visit to find various ways you can support Pacific Science Center.21. Where can you buy a souvenir at Pacific Science Center?22. AIn Building 1BIn Building 323. CAt the Laser DomeDAt the Denny Way entrance24. What does Pacific Science Center do for schools?25. ATrain science teachersBDistribute science books26. CInspire scientific researchDTake science to the classroom27. What is the purpose of the last part of the text?28. ATo encourage donationsBTo advertise coming events29. CTo introduce special exhibitsDTo tell about the Centers historyBMany of the worlds most people were once successful failuresHere are the stories of a few of themAbraham Lincoln(18091865)Abraham Lincoln was one of Americas greatest leaders，taking the country through the Civil War(from 1860 to 1865)However，his life was never easyHe started numerous businesses that failed，he went bankrupt twice，and was defeated in 26 campaigns for public officeHe later said，“My great concern is not whether you have failed，but whether you are content with your failure.Vincent Van Gogh(18531890)Van Gogh is one of the most famous and influential painters in the history of Western ArtHes renowned for paintings such as The Starry Night，The potato Eaters and SunflowersHowever，during his lifetime，Van Gogh sold only one painting for a very small amount of moneyDespite this，he carried on painting，something even going without food so he could complete his collection of over 800 known worksAlbert Einstein(18791955)Albert Einstein won the Noble Prize in Physics in 1921However，he wasnt always considered a“genius”He didnt speak until he was four，and couldnt read until he was sevenHis teachers and parents thought he was slow，so he was expelled from school and couldnt get into the Zurich Polytechnic SchoolHe later famously said，“Success is failure in progress”Stephen King(19422020)Stephen King was one of the best-selling authors of all time，but his first book，Carrie，was rejected by about 30 publishersEventually，Stephen threw it in the bin，but his wife fished it out and encouraged him to resubmit it，which he didsuccessfully this time!30. According to the underlined sentence, what do you think of Abraham Lincoln?31. AHe led the American War of Independence32. BHe never succeeded in his study33. CHe was full of courage and perseverance（毅力）34. DHe is the greatest president of the United States35. Who became famous all over the world after his death?36. AAbraham LincolnBVincent Van Gogh37. CAlbert EinsteinDStephen King38. What was the most likely reason for Albert Einsteins dropping out of school?39. AHe was too slow to learnBHe couldnt speak or read40. CHis teacher thought he was stupidDHe didnt obey the school rules41. What do these people have in common?42. AThey are all AmericansBThey are known for their writings43. CThey were born in the same centuryDThey all suffered failure before they succeededCNatalie Doan，14，has always felt lucky to live in Rockaway，New YorkLiving just a few blocks from the beach，Natalie can see the ocean and hear the waves from her house. “Its the ocean that makes Rockaway so special,” she saysOn October 29，2020，that ocean turned fierceThat night，Hurricane Sandy attacked the East Coast，and Rockaway was hit especially hardFortunately，Natalies family escaped to Brooklyn shortly before the citys bridges closedWhen they returned to Rockaway the next day，they found their neighborhood in ruinsMany of Natalies friends had lost their homes and were living far awayAll around her，people were suffering，especially the elderlyNatalies school was so damaged that she had to temporarily attend a school in BrooklynIn the following few days，the men and women helping Rockaway recover inspired NatalieVolunteers came with carloads of donated clothing and toysNeighbors devoted their spare time to helping others rebuildTeenagers climbed dozens of flights of stairs to deliver water and food to elderly people trapped in powerless high-rise buildings“My mom tells me that I cant control what happens to me，”Natalie says，“but I can always choose how I deal with it”Natalies choice was to helpShe created a website page，matching survivors in need with donors who wanted to helpNatalie posted information about a boy named Patrick，who lost his baseball card collection when his house burned downWithin days，Patricks collection was replacedIn the coming months，her website page helped lots of kids：Christopher，who received a new basketball；Charlie，who got a new keyboardNatalie also worked with other organizations to bring much-needed supplies to RockawayHer efforts made her a famous personLast April，she was invited to the White House and honored as a Hurricane Sandy Champion of ChangeToday，the scars(创痕)of destruction are still seen in Rockaway，but hope is in the air. The streets are clear，and many homes have been rebuilt“I cant imagine living anywhere but Rockaway, ” Natalie declares“My neighborhood will be back，even stronger than before”44. When Natalie returned to Rockaway after the hurricane，she found_45. Asome friends had lost their livesBher neighborhood was destroyed46. Cher school had moved to BrooklynDthe elderly were free from suffering47. According to Paragraph 4，who inspired Natalie most?48. AThe people helping Rockaway rebuild49. BThe people trapped in high-rise buildings50. CThe volunteers donating money to survivors51. DLocal teenagers bringing clothing to elderly people52. How did Natalie help the survivors?53. AShe gave her toys to other kids54. BShe took care of younger children55. CShe called on the White House to help56. DShe built an information sharing platform57. What does the story intend to tell us?58. ALittle people can make a big difference59. BA friend in need is a friend indeed60. CEast or west，home is best61. DTechnology is powerDExpels predict nine billion people will live on our planet by 2050They say by that time the demand for food will be two times what it is nowOfficials are worried about that prediction because many people have already suffered from a lack of foodMore than 800 million people go to bed hungryA solution(解决办法)to the problem may be turning to our forestsA new report says forests can help reduce hunger and improve nutrition if they are properly managedBhaskar Vira is the director of the University of Cambridge Conservation Research Institute and an expert of the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO)It recently released a report at the United Nations about forests and jungle foodMrVira says crops that grow on trees can help feed people living in and around forestsHe said，“Its like an insurance policyHaving access to those tree-based food is hugely important when you cant buy food from other sources or when your crops failed.”The report says that forest health and economic value will improve when people who live in or near forests are given greater control of themFor example，a project in Ghana aims for proper management of forests and fieldsThe people involved hope to grow the Allanblackia plantThe oil from its seeds can be used in soap，beauty products and foodOkai Michael Henchard leads the projectHe says he will help people who live nearbyHe says they will earn money and get trees on their landThe trees provide shade and improve the air qualityMrHenchard says the project also helps fight against climate change62. What are officials worried about?63. APollution and starvationBThe large population arid health64. CThe great demand for foodDThe sharp decrease of forests65. Which can solve the problem discussed in the text according to MrVira?66. ABetter living conditionsBInsurance policies67. CTree-based foodDMore fields68. What is the initial purpose of the project in Ghana?69. ATo manage forests and fieldsBTo grow the Allanblackia plant70. CTo produce more oilDTo beautify the environment71. What would be the best title for the text?72. AA solution to controlling the population73. BForests can help feed the world74. CThe importance of forest health75. DThe project in Ghana helps the natives第二节 （共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。How to Make a Chinese Hot PotEating a Chinese hot pot is a very common experiencePeople gather around a pot，dipping their food，mixing their own seasonings(调味品)and enjoying each others company 36 Firstly，prepare a large pot of soupThere is no right or wrong way to prepare the soup，so feel free to make your ownA simple soup can be made by boiling water with the addition of meat bones or fish heads and a mixture of herbs，seasonings and vegetablesThen，cut a variety of meats and fish into thin slices 37 Choose the food that you enjoySome common choices for the Chinese hot pot include thin pieces of beef，pork，lamb and so onMeanwhile，prepare some vegetables 38 . Mushrooms of all kinds are also common to the Chinese hot pot preparations39 At home，a single hot pot would work well for 48 peopleMake sure everyone is sitting in a circle and has easy access to everything on the tablePrepare a separate small dish for each guest to mix their seasonings 40 !AFinally，arrange the seating reasonablyBThen comes the turn to enjoy your hot potCIt will guarantee that the food will cook quickly and fullyDHere are some easy steps to make a Chinese hot pot at homeEFor more varieties，consider dumplings，rice cakes and tangyuanFPopular choices include cabbage, pea leaves and potatoesGIt usually lasts a couple of hours because you are cooking and eating in small parts第3部 分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第1节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30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佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。My aunt came to my home with her six-year-old daughter Alice this morningWhile my aunt was talking with my mom at home，my cousin felt a bit 41 So I suggested that I go out with herMy aunt happily 42 So we went to the park near my home togetherThere we bought two 43 and started flying themWhile we were doing that，Alice couldnt help 44 She jumped up and down and I knew she was 45 having great funAnd I must 46 that I havent enjoyed myself like that for a long timeAfterwards，we sat down on a bench，looking at the gardensAs we were 47 thereAlice looked up at me and said“What a 48 day today!” I smiled at her and agreedI then started 49 what we had done that dayWe did something quite 50 ，yet we were very happyMany people wait for their“best days”But I think today is our 51 dayThats a lesson I 52 todayAs adults，we often make plans 53 in order to have a great daySome people think that they can have a nice day by spending a lot of 54 I think we should be more like 55 They dont think about money or 56 will happen tomorrowThey really live in the moment and enjoy the 57 !We often hear the expression that we should live in the 58 How do we do that? Were not doing such a good jobRemember today is important as we are exchanging a day of our life for itYesterday is a 59 Tomorrow is a mysteryToday is a giftThats why it is called present 60 seize the day!41. AtiredBboredChungryDsleepy42. AexplainedBfollowedCrepliedDagreed43. AbirdsB balloonsCkitesDplanes44. AtalkingBcryingCcomplainingDrunning45. AwillinglyBtrulyCgraduallyDhopefully46. AwonderBsuggestCrealizeDadmit47. AeatingBjumpingCsittingDwalking48. AsunnyBgreatCwarmDlong49. Athinking aboutBlooking forCarguing withDdreaming about50. AbraveBstrangeCcommonDinteresting51. AlastBdifferentCordinaryDperfect52. AneededBtaughtC1earnedDgave53. AquicklyBcarefullyCworriedlyDsadly54. AmoneyBenergyCtimeDexperience55. AparentsBteachersCfriendsDchildren56. AthatBwhatCwhichDhow57. AmomentBprocessCexpressionDjourney58. AmorningBpresentCpastDfuture59. AsuccessBfailureCdream Dhistory60. AButBOrCSoDFor第II卷第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第二节 （共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Just as I began a new job in New York，I had another important job：fatherI was a businessmanAt the office I had three new 61 (project)and at home I had a young son who was growing fast and 62 (need)meI was puzzled and didnt know how to deal with the relationship between job and family until one day，during my business trip in Chicago，I came 63 all old fami