高一下学期英语期末考试模拟试卷
一、阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
1. 阅读理解
Just as John Lubbock said, we may sit in a library and yet be in all quarters of the earth. Here are some of the coolest libraries of the world.
Stuttgart City Library
Despite a classic white-on-white color, Stuttgart City Library is one of the most visually appealing modern libraries. The amazing modern and simple look is the product of the Korean architect Yi Eun-young. The German library opened in 2011, and cost nearly 80 million euros to construct.
Kanazawa Umimirai Library
Architects from the Coelacanth K&H Architects studio designed the Kanazawa Umimirai Library lo create the best reading environment. Healed floors, an outpouring of natural light, and other features were specifically included lo achieve this goal. The wall, which consists of thousands of tiny openings, allows natural lighting into the building, improving the overall feel of the space. This Japanese library was opened in 2011, and reflects the appearance of many modern and simple spaces.
Library of Congress
In 1800, Congress set up the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. Fifteen years later, Thomas Jefferson offered his personal library to replace
books that were lost when the British set the building on fire in 1814. His books, which took nearly 50 years to collect, varied from texts on science, literature and philosophy, to books in a variety of foreign languages. These days, the Library of Congress offers more than 155 million items and the largest rare book collection in North America.
State Library of Victoria
The Slate Library of Victoria, located in Melbourne, Australia, is one of the largest exhibiting libraries in the world. Though it opened in 1856, major repairs took place between 1990 and 2004. The La Trobe Reading Room is one of the library’s main attractions due to its visually amazing architecture. The lawn at the library’s front attracts hundreds of city folk each day, who gather for lunch or to enjoy the statues there. The library currently contains over two million books, as well as armor of Ned Kelly, a folk hero against the ruling class.
（1）Which library has the longest history?
A . Stuttgart City Library.
B . Kanazawa Umimirai Library.
C . Library of Congress.
D . State Library of Victoria.
（2）What’s special about State Library of Victoria?
A . It has great architecture.
B . It has a folk her o’s statue in it.
C . It is the world’s largest exhibiting library.
D . It serves as a meeting place for the citizens.
（3）What does the first two libraries have in common?
A . They are constructed in the modern style.
B . They cost a large amount
