2020-2021学年湖南省永州市高一(下)期末英语试卷(附答案详解)
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2020-2021学年湖南省永州市高一（下）期末英语试卷
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Europe's most attractive towns Europe is full of attractive towns,places and villages.Most are
well known,and others are secret.CaraMaps has selected for you four most beautiful towns you
should plan to visit during your next motorhome trip.
Annecy - France
Annecy is a lakeside Alpine town located in eastern France.Called the Little Venice of
Savoie,Annecy is well known for its romantic atmosphere,its terraces lining the canals,its
unbelievably clear lake and the famous Palais de I' Isle,a 12th century castle built on the middle
of a canal.Annecy is a wonderful place to visit in summer and winter.
Portofino-Italy
Located in the Italian Riviera,near Genoa,Portofino is a fishing village.With one of the most
scenic views of the Italian coast.Portofino is well known for its picturesque port,its attractive
streets,its pastel colored houses,and its fine restaurants.
Dingle - Ireland
Three years ago,Dingle was elected the best place in the world to be
photographed.However,Dingle is not only a photogenic town,iti s also one of the most
naturally attractive places on earth with its beautiful countryside and coastline.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen -Germany
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a beautiful little Alpine town in Bavaria,Southern Germany.For the
little story,the first alpine skiing competition was held in Garmisch- Partenkirchen,since the
village is located at the base of the country's tallest mountain.More than its natural beauty,the
Bavarian styled homes make definitely the town one of Germany's majestic must-sees.
1. What is Annecy famous for？ ______
A. Its romantic atmosphere.
B. Its bridges lining the canals.
C. Its unbelievably clear river.
D. Its 13th century castle.
2. If you want to eat delicious food,which place is the best choice？ ______ 第2页，共20页 A. Annecy. B. Portofino.
C. Dingle. D. Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
3. What will you probably do at Dingle？ ______
A. Walk along canals. B. Visit colored houses.
C. Take photos. D. Join in a competition.
B
Arnold Schwarzenegger is considered to be one of the greatest body builders of all time.He
began training with weights when he was 15 years old.He went on to win the Mr.Universe title
five years later.There followed a successful career in bodybuilding,but Arnold was not satisfied
with that.
His drive and desire to succeed took him into acting,and he became the richest Hollywood
superstar.Reaching the top in two different fields was not enough for him.In 2003 he entered
politics and became the 38th Governor of California.He served two terms and then returned to
his acting career.
As a young man in his homeland of Austria,Arnold was known for his devotion to
bodybuilding.He trained with determination,and this single-minded approach worked.He soon
had a series of bodybuilding awards and titles to his name.
Arnold,however,had two other dreams.One was to move to the USA，and the other was to
become an actor.His aim,though,was not just to be an actor-he had to be the most successful
actor in Hollywood!In1968，Arnold's first dream was realized when he moved to the USA，settling in California.In1970 he won the first of his Mr.Olympia titles in New York,becoming
the youngest bodybuilder to do so.That same year he starred in his first film.
In 1975 Arnold retired from bodybuilding to concentrate on his acting career.Again,his
single-mindedness in achieving his goal has seen him star in a long list of box-office successes.
Arnold Schwarzenegger has enjoyed three successful careers,and he owes his success to his
attitude to life-super confident and willing to take risks.Arnold believes that the struggle every
one of us experiences when trying to achieve success will make us stronger.If you believe you
will succeed,then you are on your way.Keep on believing,and nothing will stop you.
4. How old was Arnold when he won the Mr.Universe title？ ______
A. 15. B. 20. C. 21. D. 30.
5. What did Arnold do after he retired ______ 第3页，共20页 A. He acted as a bodybuilder.
B. He starred in his first film.
C. He acted in many films.
D. He served as governor of New York.
6. Which of the following can best describe Arnold Schwarzenegger？ ______
A. Determined and confident. B. Honest and hard-working.
C. Kind and adventurous. D. Strong-willed and curious.
7. What can we learn from Arnold's story ______
A. All roads lead to Rome.
B. Knowledge is power.
C. A good beginning is half success.
D. Where there is a will,there is a way.
C
In the wild,polar bears spend much of their lives wandering pack ice （浮冰群） in search of
food.These bears have adapted to a high fat diet from ocean-going animals：they are rapid and
