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高中英语真题:2012-2013学年高二上学期期末考试英语试题第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分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. What does the woman mean?A. She doesn’t know Mike.B. Mike is no longer her good fri end.C. Mike is now her good friend.2. Why is the woman worried?A. She can’t find her child.B. She lost her cell phone.C. She missed her bus.3. What will the woman do?A. She will help put out the fire.B. She will look for a doctor.C. She will call the police.4. When was the piano bought?A. Last month.B. Last year.C. Last week.5. Why won’t the two speakers go to the film?A. It is going to rain.B. The film is not interesting.C. The woman is too tired第二节（共15小题；每题1.5分，满分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，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
牛津版高二年级第一学期期末英语测试一试卷姓名：班级：得分：本试卷分为第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分说明： 1．考试时间 120 分钟，满分 150 分，2．将卷Ⅰ答案用2B 铅笔涂在答题卡上，卷Ⅱ用黑色签字笔答在试卷上。
第一卷（三部分，共115 分）第一部分：听力第一节(共5小题；每题1．5分，满分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三个选项中选出最正确选项，并标在试卷的相应地址。
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。
b 5 E 2 R G b C A P1.Who is the man?A.A taxi driverB.A restaurant waiterC.A traffic policemanp1EanqFDPw2.What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?A.Boss and secretaryB.Teacher and studentC.Husband and wife3.What do we know about the woman?A.She missed Jane’s birthday partyB.She hasn’treceived Jane’s invitationC.She will attend Jane ’s birthday party4.Where is Mr. Baker now?A.At his officeB.At a restaurantC.At the travel service5.What happened to the woman?A.A thief broke into her gardenB.Some of her money was stolenC.One of her windows was broken第二节（共15 小题；每题 1.5 分。
高中英语真题:2012—2013学年度高二年级上学期期末英语试卷一、听力（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）第一节、听下面5段材料。
从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
每段材料读一遍。
1. How long is the bank open every day?A. Five hours.B. Eight hours.C. Nine hours.2. What does the man mean?A. Nobody can help her with her reading.B. The new librarian can help to find a good dictionary.C. The librarian may be of some help to the woman.3. What’s the weather like now?A. It’s cloudy.B. It’s raining.C. It’s snowing.4. What do you think about the man’s English?A. Better and better.B. Worse and worse.C. Faster and f aster.5. What did the man like?A. Oranges.B. Apples.C. Pears.第二节、听下面5段材料。
从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
每段材料读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Where are the two speakers?A. In the woman’s house.B. At the man’s office.C. In a ba r.7. What does the man enjoy?A. Black coffee.B. Red wine.C. Milk with coffee.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
2012-2013学年度第一学期高二年级期末考试英语试题本试卷分第I卷和第II卷两部分。
满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
第Ⅰ卷（选择题共115分）第一节单选填空（共15 小题，每小题1分，满分15分）从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
例：It is generally considered unwise to give a child he or she wants．A. howeverB. whateverC. whicheverD. whenever答案是B。
21. Every time you feel like _______ a cigarette, remind yourself that you are a non-smoker.A. smokingB. smokeC. to smokeD. smoked22. My English teacher, who is strict ______ us, contributes some articles ______ the newspaper every month.A. with; toB. to; forC. in; toD. in; for23.To prevent this from happening again, John Snow suggested that the source of all the water supplies __________.A. examiningB. to examineC. be examinedD. examine24.Give children the space to speak their opinion, ______they are different from yours.A. as ifB. as thoughC. untilD. even if25. Some elder people don't like pop music because they can't _____ so much noise.A. experienceB. tolerateC. affectD. receive26. Only if you ask many different questions ________ all the information you need to know.A. will you acquireB. you will acquireC. you acquireD. to acquire27.The little boy was so _____ to hear that the wonderful movie 1942 he looked forward to would be put on soon in his city.A. puzzledB. delightedC. disappointedD. ashamed28. A large number of people ______ got the job, and the number of workers _____ still increasing.A. has; isB. has; areC. have; isD. have; are29. ----Do you think it will snow tomorrow?----__________.A. I don't .B. No, I don't think.C. I don't think soD. No, I don't so.30. It is right that you should help your kids as much as possible, but _______, you've to be careful to help them learn by themselves.A. on the other handB. in particularC. on the wholeD. over and over again31. If our energy hadn't________, we would have won the football match. ks5uA. run outB. run out ofC. been run outD. run of32. The Huangguoshu Waterfalls is an________ beautiful sight.A. absoluteB. absolutelyC. absolutionD. absolutions33. There is no doubt _____ the earth is becoming warmer and that _____ is human activity that has caused this global warming.A. that; thatB. which;itC. that;itD. which;that34. Mrs. White showed her students some old maps________ form the library.A. to borrowB. to be borrowedC. borrowedD. borrowing35. Tom had to ________the bad working environment, because he had to make money to live.A. come up withB. keep up withC. catch up withD. put up with第二节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1．5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后给题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、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。
高中英语真题:学2012-2013学年高二上学期期末考试英语试题本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）。
共150分。
考试时间120分钟。
考试结束，将第II卷和答题卡一并交回。
第I卷（选择题）第I卷（共115分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分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。
1. When does Jean go to bed on Saturday?A. At 21:30.B. At 22:30.C. At 23:30.2. What is the woman?A. A manager.B. A teacher.C. A doctor.3. Where is the man?A. In a hospital.B. In a supermarket.C. In a bank.4. How does the man go to work usually?A. By bike.B. By bus.C. On foot.5. What does the woman think of the painting?A. Too bad.B. Very good.C. Not good enough.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
6. What is the woman doing?A. Making a complaint.B. Giving some suggestions.C. Orderi ng the food.7. What will the woman do next?A. Get another spoon.B. Eat some fruit salad.C. Leave t he restaurant.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
无锡一中2012-2013学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题I. 听力测试 (共20个小题，每题0.5分，总分为10分)做题时，请先将答案标在试卷上。
录音完毕后，将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节听下面5段对话。
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.What do we know about the woman’s parents?A. They didn’t share the same opinion about the play.B. Her mother didn’t like the play’s acting.C. They thought the play was good.2. What does the man probably do?A. A milkman.B. A postman.C. A cleaner.3. Why did Janet quit her job?A. Because she lost interest in her job.B. Because she wanted to make more money.C. Because she didn’t want to work such long hours.4.Where does the conversation probably take place?A. On a plane.B. On a train.C. On a ship.5. What will the woman do this weekend?A. Invite the man to dinner.B.Stay at home and relax.C.Go out with Sandy.第二节听下面5段对话或独白。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每一小题5秒钟；听完后，每一小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
高中英语真题:2012―2013学年上学期高二年级期末测试试卷说明：本场考试时间120分钟，总分150分第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分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. What’s the matter with the man?A. He is smoking too much.B. He is getting overweight.C. He is recovering.2. When is the picnic?A. On Thursday.B. On Friday.C. On Saturday.3. What does the woman suggest the man do?A. Writing a plan of exercise.B. Work around the yard.C. Join a health club.4. Why does the man need the money?A. Because he wants to buy his grandma a present.B. Because he wants to buy a birthday present.C. Because he wants to buy a present for the woman.5. Where is the post office?A. It’s behind the hospital.B. It’s between the hospital and the post office.C. It’s in front of the cinema.第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）听下面4段对话或独白。
【关键字】学期南通中学高二上学期期末考试英语试题本试卷分第Ⅰ卷和第Ⅱ卷，共五部分，满分120分。
考试时间120分钟。
第Ⅰ卷（三部分，共 85 分）第一部分听力 (共两节，满分20分)第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分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. What will the man do first?A. Correct the paper.B. Make 30 copies of the paper.C. Give 20 copies to Mr Brown.2. How much does the handkerchief cost?A. $ 7.B. $9.C. $16.3. What are the speakers talking about?A. How to reduce employees’ stress.B. Whether to make more open space.C. Where to spare room for customers.4. Where is the post office?A. It is downstairs.B. It is across from the book store.C. It is opposite the flower shop.5. How does the woman feel about the job?A. Happy.B. Surprised.C. Bored.第二节(共15小题；每小题1分,满分15分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有几个小题,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。
2012-2013学年高二英语第一学期期末考试试卷满分：150分考试时间：120分钟I 语言知识及应用(共两节)第一节完形填空（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分)）There was a very special teacher who made a far-reaching difference on my life.Fall, 1959, the first day of class at Bethesda Chevy Chase High School was about to begin. ―Who,‖ I asked a senior, ―is Mrs. McNamara, my 10th grade English teacher?‖ He just __1__ and said something about my being in __2__. Soon, I understood what he meant. Mrs. McNamara had a pattern of __3__ that she repeated again and again. We would have a literature reading task for __4__. The next day, when we came to class, there would be two or three topics on the blackboard related to the homework reading. We were __5__ to write an in-class essay about one of the topics. The following day, she would return the corrected and graded essays and each person would be called __6__ to stand in front of the class and to __7__ his / her essay. The class were required to criticize (评论) that essay, or the grade of everyone in class would be reduced.The first time that I __8__ her read-write-criticize method, I had not __9__ to do the homework and had written something without knowing what it meant. __10__ the extreme embarrassment I suffered，standing before my classmates，__11__ myself. No one laughed at me; no one would be __12__ enough, or foolish enough, to do that in Mrs. McNamara‘s class. The embarrassment came from within and along with it came a strong __13__ not to let it happen again.Mrs. McNamara kept all of our written work in files; it was easy to see the __14__ in writing that had occurred. What was not so easy to see was the inner transformation that had taken place, at least for me. What Mrs. McNamara __15__ me to do was to see myself as others see me and，having done that, I could improve myself. And I did. Thank you, Mrs. McNamara.1. A. nodded B. laughed C. apologized D. shouted2. A. trouble B. sorrow C. danger D. anger3. A. behaviour B. evaluation C. activity D. thought4. A. review B. performance C. practice D. homework5. A. expected B. persuaded C. allowed D. advised6. A. on purpose B. at first C. by chance D. in turn7. A. talk through B. hand over C. read out D. show off8. A. tried B. adopted C. examined D. experienced9. A. undertaken B. attempted C. bothered D. hesitated10. A. Remember B. Predict C. Bear D. Imagine11. A. playing jokes on B. making a fool ofC. setting a trap forD. taking advantage of12. A. brave B. careless C. proud D. selfish13. A. tendency B. preference C. determination D. sense14. A. improvements B. pains C. difficulties D. advantages15. A. trusted B. invited C. forced D. permitted第二节语法填空(共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分)Last year, I was driving home one night, just around the holidays. I was about to turn onto the highway 16 ___ I noticed a rather sad looking figure17______ (hold) a sign. I honestly don't recall 18_____the sign read, but I did know that it was getting very cold outside. This man was obviously homeless, and was completely exposed 19 ______ the elements.I happened to have purchased a new blanket. It was in my car, still packed in plastic from the store. I thought for a moment, 20______ (roll) down the window, and gestured to the man. He ran over to my vehicle. I told him that he looked cold, and he laughed. I explained that while I didn't carry any cash, I did happen to have a new blanket, and asked him if he could use it. He was 21_____ (thrill). I told him that it was 22 , as long as he agreed to do something kind for someone else 23 return.I am pretty sure that 24 ____made his day, and kept him warm through the evening. I know I felt the 25 __(warm).II 阅读（共两节）第一节: 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该题涂黑。
牛津译林版英语高二上学期期末模拟试卷及解答参考一、听力第一节（本大题有5小题，每小题1.5分，共7.5分）1、What is the main topic of the passage the speaker is listening to?A. The history of Oxford UniversityB. The benefits of studying abroadC. The differences between British and American education systemsD. The impact of technology on educationAnswer: CExplanation: The passage focuses on comparing the British and American education systems, highlighting their differences, which makes option C the correct answer.2、How does the speaker describe the current economic climate in the news report?A. Very optimisticB. Somewhat stableC. Very uncertain and challengingD. Very promisingAnswer: CExplanation: The speaker mentions that the news report discusses the current economic climate as being very uncertain and challenging, making option C thecorrect answer.3、 Listening to the conversation, you hear:A man asking for directions to a nearby coffee shop.Answer: AExplanation: The conversation likely involves someone asking for specific details on how to reach a nearby coffee shop, such as which street to take or the nearest crossroads.4、 Listening to the conversation, you hear:A woman saying she’s looking for a magazine about art and design.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation probably includes a woman expressing her intent to find a particular type of magazine focused on art and design, which she might want to read in a bookstore or library.5.You will hear a conversation between two students, Lily and Mark, who are discussing their summer plans. Listen carefully and answer the question below.Question: How do the students plan to spend their summer vacation?A. By working part-time jobs.B. By traveling to different cities in China.C. By attending summer school.D. By taking online courses.Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, Lily mentions that she wants to travel firstin the summer to experience different cultures, and Mark echoes her feelings, stating they both love exploring new places in China. Therefore, option B, “By traveling to different cities in China,” is the correct answer.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、Listen to the following monologue and choose the best answer to each of the following questions. (2 points each, total 4 points)1、What is the speaker doing on the phone?A) Asking for a jobB) Inviting a friendC) Making a reservationD) Arranging a meetingAnswer: CAnalysis: The speaker mentions “I’m trying to book a table for tonight,” which indicates they are making a reservation.2、Why does the man sound excited?A) He got a new jobB) He is going to a concertC) He is leaving on a tripD) He heard the newsAnswer: DAnalysis: The man says “I can’t believe it, it’s true!” This exclamatorystatement suggests he is excited by some news he has just heard.3.What are the speakers mainly discussing?A. A recent concert they attended.B. Upcoming music festivals.C. The history of popular music.Answer: AExplanation: The speakers are conversing about a concert they both went to recently, so the correct answer is “A”.4.Why does the woman think the new album isn’t as good as the previous one?A. The songs are too mainstream.B. The artist didn’t work with her favorite producer.C. The quality of production is lower.Answer: CExplanation: The woman explicitly mentions the lower production quality as the reason for her disappointment, thus making “C” the correct answer.5、You will hear a dialogue between a student and a teacher about an upcoming project. What is the main topic of the project?A) The history of the InternetB) The impact of social mediaC) Environmental conservation effortsAnswer: BExplanation: During the dialogue, the teacher mentions that the projectshould focus on how social media has changed people’s lives and its current impact. Key phrases or words related to social media’s influence would be highlighted, leading to option B being the correct choice.6、Listen to the monologue about a new restaurant in town. What is the special offer mentioned for the first week?A) A 20% discount on all mealsB) A free dessert with every main courseC) A complimentary drink with every mealAnswer: AExplanation: In the monologue, the speaker mentions a promotional offer valid for the first week, stating that customers can enjoy a 20% discount on all meals. This specific detail would distinguish option A as the correct answer, as it directly corresponds to the special offer discussed.7、What time is the next train to London leaving?A) 10:05 B) 10:15 C) 11:00 D) 11:30•Answer: B) 10:15•Explanation: The man informs the woman that the next train to London leaves at 10:15. However, he also mentions that it is already 10:05, suggesting she should hurry if she wants to catch it.8、What does the man suggest the woman do?A) Wait for the next trainB) Try to catch the 10:15 trainC) Take a taxi to the stationD) Cancel her trip to London•Answer: A) Wait for the next train•Explanation: When the woman realizes she cannot make the 10:15 train, the man informs her about another train at 11:30, which is the last one to London for the day. This implies that he suggests she wait for the next train.9.You will hear a short conversation between two students discussing their study plan for the upcoming semester. Listen and answer the following question:What is the main reason the student is considering taking a part-time job?A. To earn extra money for books.B. To have more free time for study.C. To improve their job skills.D. To help out with family expenses.Answer: CExplanation: The student mentions that taking a part-time job would be beneficial for gaining job skills, which is why they are considering it.10.You will hear a short interview with a professor discussing the importance of group projects in the classroom. Listen and answer the following question:What is the professor’s opinion on the benefits of group projects?A. They are too time-consuming.B. They help students develop teamwork skills.C. They are only useful for certain subjects.D. They are not necessary for academic learning.Answer: BExplanation: The professor explicitly states that group projects are valuable for helping students develop teamwork skills, which is a key benefit.11、Listen to the following dialogue and answer question 11. What are the two speakers mainly talking about?•[A] A job interview.•[B] A new product launch.•[C] A conference.•[D] A holiday plan.Answer: A解析: The dialogue mainly discusses a job interview scenario, including questions asked and the applicant’s responses. Therefore, the correct answer is A.12、Listen again to the dialogue. What does the interviewee mainly do about her future career?•[A] She is hesitating over where to work.•[B] She is considering taking a break.•[C] She is planning to change her major.•[D] She is preparing to go abroad for further study.Answer: D解析: In the dialogue, the interviewee expresses her intention to go abroad for further study, indicating her planning for her future career. Thus, the correct answer is D.13.Question: How does the professor usually respond when students come toask for help?A. He emails the students to explain.B. He refers students to the online resources.C. He encourages students to use the library.D. He spends his personal time to help them.Answer: DExplanation: The professor is described as being very helpful and often dedicating personal time to assist students. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.14.Question: What is the main reason the students prefer to discuss readings in small groups?A. They find the small group discussions more engaging.B. They believe working in groups is more efficient.C. They feel peer pressure to discuss in classes.D. They are able to better understand the content in groups.Answer: BExplanation: The students mention that they find it more efficient to discuss readings in small groups. This indicates that option B is the correct answer.15、Title: Oxford University Press & Yilin Edition English Final Exam Paper for Grade 11 (First Semester)Section B: ListeningPart 2:Question 15:Listen to the conversation and choose the correct answer to the following question.Question: What time does the library close on Fridays?A)5:00 PMB)6:00 PMC)7:00 PMAnswer: B) 6:00 PMExplanation: In the conversation, the librarian mentions that the library operates on different hours during the weekdays and specifically states that on Fridays, it closes at 6:00 PM. Therefore, the correct answer is B.三、阅读第一节（第1题7.5分，其余每题10分，总37.5分）First QuestionReading Passage: The Impact of Social Media on CommunicationIn the digital age, social media has become an integral part of daily life for many people around the world. Platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and WeChat have not only changed how we communicate but also how we form and maintain relationships. With the click of a button or a swipe of a finger, users can share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences with a vast audience, often in real-time.However, the impact of social media on communication is complex and multifaceted. On one hand, it allows for instant connection and the exchange of information across great distances, breaking down geographical barriers and fostering global communities. It has also democratized the creation and distribution of content, giving individuals a voice that might otherwise go unheard.On the other hand, there are concerns about the quality and depth of communication facilitated by social media. Critics argue that the brevity and immediacy of online interactions can lead to superficial connections and a lack of meaningful dialogue. Moreover, the constant stream of information can overwhelm users, making it difficult to focus and engage deeply with any single piece of content. There is also the issue of privacy and security, as personal data shared on these platforms can be vulnerable to misuse.Despite these challenges, social media continues to evolve, adapting to user needs and feedback. As it does, the role of social media in shaping the way we communicate will undoubtedly continue to grow, influencing both our personal and professional lives.1、According to the passage, what is one positive effect of social media on communication?•A) It makes communication more formal.•B) It reduces the amount of information available.•C) It facilitates instant connection and information sharing.•D) It ensures the privacy and security of personal data.•Answer: C) It facilitates instant connection and information sharing.2、What concern do critics raise regarding the quality of communication on social media?•A) Online interactions are too long and detailed.•B) The immediacy and brevity of messages can result in shallow connections.•C) Social media platforms are not accessible to everyone.•D) Users tend to share too much personal information.•Answer: B) The immediacy and brevity of messages can result in shallow connections.3、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge posed by social media?•A) Overwhelming users with a constant stream of information.•B) Difficulty in maintaining personal and professional boundaries.•C) Making it hard for users to engage deeply with content.•D) Vulnerability of personal data to misuse.•Answer: B) Difficulty in maintaining personal and professional boundaries.4、How does the passage suggest social media will develop in the future?•A) It will cease to exist due to privacy concerns.•B) It will adapt to user needs and feedback, continuing to influence communication.•C) It will no longer allow users to share personal information.•D) It will limit the number of people who can access its platforms.•Answer: B) It will adapt to user needs and feedback, continuing to influence communication.This reading comprehension exercise is crafted to test students’ ability to understand and analyze the text, identify key points, and distinguish between different perspectives presented in the passage.第二题Passage:In the heart of the bustling city of London, there’s a place that stands out for its unique blend of history and modernity. The British Museum, located on the north side of Bloomsb ury Square, is one of the world’s most famous museums. It was established in 1753 and opened to the public in 1759. The museum’s collection is vast, with over 8 million items, including ancient sculptures, paintings, and artifacts from all over the world.One of the most famous attractions in the British Museum is the Rosetta Stone. Discovered in 1799, this stone contains the decree of King Ptolemy V, written in three scripts: hieroglyphic, Demotic, and Greek. The Rosetta Stone was pivotal in deciphering ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs.The British Museum also houses the Elgin Marbles, a collection of marble sculptures from the Parthenon in Athens, Greece. These sculptures were removed from Greece by Lord Elgin, the British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire, in the early 19th century, and brought to London. The removal of these marbles has beena subject of controversy ever since.Another notable feature of the British Museum is the Reading Room, which was designed by Sir Robert Smirke. The room, which opened in 1857, is known for its grand architecture and contains a collection of over 2 million books and manuscripts.Today, the British Museum continues to attract millions of visitors from around the world each year. It is not just a repository of artifacts but also a place where people can learn about and appreciate the rich history of humanity.Questions:1、What year was the British Museum established?A) 1753B) 1759C) 1799D) 18572、What is the significance of the Rosetta Stone?A) It is a collection of ancient sculptures.B) It contains the decree of King Ptolemy V in three scripts.C) It is a painting by an unknown artist.D) It is a collection of manuscripts.3、Why has the removal of the Elgin Marbles been a subject of controversy?A) Because they were discovered in 1799.B) Because they are marble sculptures from the Parthenon.C) Because Lord Elgin removed them from Greece.D) Because they are part of the British Museum’s collection.4、What is special about the Reading Room in the British Museum?A) It contains over 2 million books and manuscripts.B) It was designed by Sir Robert Smirke.C) It is located in the heart of the city.D) It was opened in 1753.Answers:1、A) 17532、B) It contains the decree of King Ptolemy V in three scripts.3、C) Because Lord Elgin removed them from Greece.4、B) It was designed by Sir Robert Smirke.第三题阅读下列短文，从每小题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
