广东省清远市第一中学2022-2023学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题

2020-2021学年清远市第一中学高三英语上学期期中试卷及答案第一部分阅读（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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AGet up to 19% off the cover pricePlus, get digital access with your paid print subscription●Up-to-date news that touches your lifeFrom money-saving tips and quick reports on the latest healthcare, to inspiring articles on world events, you'll discover hundreds of ideas for living a richer, more satisfying life.●Read it anytime, anywhereGet a l-year-print subscription ofReader's Digestmagazine today and you'll also get free digital instantly. With digital access, you can read the latest issue ofReader's Digestanytime, anywhere! Plus, you can quickly access your past issues online, too.●Continuous renewal serviceYour subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term until you cancel. You authorize us to charge you credit/debit cardat the discounted rate on the renewal service unless you cancel. You may cancel at anytime by visiting Customer Care and receive a refund on all unmailed issues.●Other informationThe cover price ofReader's Digestis $3.99 per issue and it is currently published 10 times annually. Please check the confirmation page and your mailbox to download detailed instructions.1. What is the annual fee for subscription?A. $32. 3.B. $39. 9.C. $40.D. $47. 9.2. Which of the following words best describes the content inReader's Digest?A. Touching and amusing.B. Inspiring and practical.C. Amazing and entertaining.D. Educational and theoretical.3. If you subscribe toReader’s Digest, you can ________.A. have as many issues as possible every yearB. renew your subscription at the original rateC. get back your money for the issues not mailedD. obtain all the past issues online anytime, anywhereBA team of researchersfrom theUniversityofColorado Boulderhave created a revolutionary type of robotic muscles. They are strong and flexible at the same time, can feel the movements they perform and, whenever they suffer damage, they can self-heal. However, what is best about them is probably the fact that they are extremely cheap to manufacture.The robotic muscles have been called actuators, and have drawn inspiration from real-life muscles. By creating robots equipped with this kind of actuators, researchers would allowthem to perform movements just like human muscles.To make the robotic muscles work, they filled some flexible material with electrodes(电极)and with liquid and oil. Then, they applied some electricity, and the liquid and oil started moving around the electrodes and powered them. This way, the robotic muscles started contracting and relaxing just like real muscles, but a lot quicker.Researchers also took inspiration from the variety of human muscles, and created more types of actuators, each of them performing a different movement. They called these robotic muscles HASEL ( Hydraulically-Amplified Self-healing Electrostatic). However, they are superior to biological muscles as they are stronger, faster, and more flexible.Even the researchers were amazed they could develop such technology. Eric Acome, the author of one of the studies, explained what is unique about the robotic muscles.“The ability to create electrically powered soft actuators that lift a gallon of water at several times per second is something we haven't seen before.”These muscles are special because they are also self-healing. This property is given by the liquid placed inside of them, which also gives them a lot more advantages than those mechanisms (机械)using solids. In the end, the material which keeps the liquid, the oil and the electrodes is extremely cheap. It is a type of polymer (聚合物)similar to the one used for potato chips bags, and can be manufactures for only 10 cents.4. What can we learn about actuators?A. They can heal on their own.B. They are biological muscles.C. They can not move like human muscles.D. They are slower to react than real muscles.5. What do actuators use to directly power electrodes?A. Solids.B. Liquid and oil.C. A type of polymer.D. Potato chips bags.6. What is the last paragraph mainly about?A. The origin of actuators.B. The opinions on actuators.C. The advantages of actuators.D. The significance of actuators.7. In which part of a newspaper will the textmost probably appear?A. Health.B. Culture.C. Education.D. Technology.CIt was very cold and I had been watching a homeless man make himself comfortable in a “shelter” on the river bank. His “shelter” was a tarpaulin (油布)tied to rocks to keep the wind from blowing it away. He had been living there for over a month. I never saw him with warm clothing or food. I knew what I wanted to do.When I told my parents what I wanted to do they werealarmed. They said I could be putting myself at risk, taking a box to a homeless person at night! But I knew, in my deep heart, that I would be safe.I got a box. My parents watched as I added warm gloves, a heavy blanket ... into the box until it was full! Then, I put a Christmas card on top. It said, “Even though we hardly know each other, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas!” I put ten one-dollar bills inside it as well.My father insisted he went there with me as it was 10 pm on Christmas Eve. I said he could drive me but he had to stay in the car. He agreed.I took the box and walked towards his “house”. I called, “Sir, I have a Christmas box for you!”“Go away!” he shouted.“Sir,” I repeated.“Go away!” he shouted.“Why?” I asked him.He walked over and I expected to see an angry face. Instead I saw two of the most beautiful, gentle, blue eyes I have ever seen.“Merry Christmas!” I said.“Why are you doing this?” he asked.“Because you matter to me,” I said. With that I gave him the box.Tears came to his eyes and he thanked me. I got back to the car and watched him carry the box like it was filled with gold. I didn’t want to embarrass (使困窘) him by watching him any more so Dad and I left.8. The underlined word “alarmed” can best be replaced by _____.A. pleasedB. worriedC. disappointedD. surprised9. Why did the author ask his father to stay in the car?A. Because he wanted to prove he was brave.B. Because he believed the homeless man was bad.C. Because he wanted to protect his father from being hurt.D. Because he didn’t want the homeless man to feel bad.10. When the homeless man saw the author first, he was _____.A. quite angryB. very excitedC. quite puzzledD. very curious11. The author’s purpose in writing the text is to tell readers that _____.A. it is easier said than doneB. poverty is the mother of healthC. where there is a will, there is a wayD. a willing helper doesnot wait until he is askedDThe term "bird brain" is frequently used to describe a person's lack of intelligence and good decision-making ability. However, some scientists believe it should be considered a praise, given that many birds can perform human tasks like producing and using tools, solving problems, and planning for future needs. Now,Griffin, an African Grey parrot, has proved that birds may even possess better visual memories than human adults and children.The study, led by Hrag Pailian, a researcher at Harvard University, had the parrot compete in the game against twenty-one undergraduate students and twenty-one 6 to 8-year-old children. The popular challenge involves hiding a small object under one of three or more upside-down cups, which are moved around. Participants are required to accurately identify the cup under which the object lies. To make the task more challenging, the researchers required participants to track two, three, and four objects at the same time.An analysis of the results showed thatGriffinoutperformed the 6 to 8-year-olds across all levels on average. Even more impressive, the "bird brain" performed as well as, or slightly better than, the 21 Harvard students on 12 of the 14 trials! It was only in the final two tests, which had the most objects and most movement, that the parrot fell behind the adults. However,Griffin's performance was never below that of the children.Griffinwas the candidate of choice because the scientists needed an animal that had a brain functionality similar to that of humans. "The fact that the smart parrot loves to show off his brain power in exchange for a few cashews (腰果) did not hurt either", said Irene Pepperberg, a Harvard lecturer, who has trained Griffin and several other African Grey parrots, has been studying the species for over four decades and is considered a pioneer in the study of bird intelligence.12. Whatwere the participants required to do in the study?A. Identify different kinds of objects.B. Tell where the hidden object lies.C. Track other participants' performance.D. Move around upside-down cups.13. What did the results of the study indicate?A. 6 to 8-year-olds did better thanGriffin.B. Parrots have a better memory than other birds.C. Harvard students have a better visual memory.D.Griffinoutsmarted Harvard students in some trials.14. Why wasGriffinchosen for the experiment?A. It was good at making decisions.B. It was specially trained for experiments.C. It had similar brain functions to human beings.D. It loved to show off his language power for some treats.15. What is the best title for the text?A. "Bird brain" becomes a term for a stupid person.B. Harvard lecturer pioneers in bird intelligence study.C. Parrot outsmarted Harvard students in visual memory test.D. Researchers made new discoveries about human intelligence.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

2020年清远市第一中学高三英语期中试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ASongkran, ThailandThis festival marks the Thai New Year, which is celebrated in the second week of April. This is the hottest time of the year in Thailand, so it makes sense that the biggest Songkran tradition is to throw water on people. Thais of all ages join in water fights, using buckets, hoses (软管)and water guns to celebrate the event.Boryeong Mud Festival, South KoreaDon't expect to come home clean after experiencing the Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea. Famous for its mineral-rich mudflats, visitors rush to Boryeong in July to make themselves in mud, swim in grey pools and enjoy the party. There are even mudslides and a mud skiing competition for those who are seeking the extreme mud adventure!La Tomatina, SpainThe festival dates back to a parade in which some naughty teenagers knocked one performer off his stilts (高跷)and caused a fight of throwing vegetables accidentally. It was once banned until 1957 when the locals held a protest with a funeral. They carried a coffin containing a huge tomato as bands played a funeral march. In the following decades, La Tomatina has become a popular event. If you join the event, be aware that you squash (压扁) the tomato before throwing it. Have a great time but avoid causing any injury.Dia de los Muertos, MexicoBeginning at the midnight of October 31 and lasting through November 2,it is a festival when families gather together to remember those loved ones who have died, aiming to help them on their spiritual journey. On these days, Mexican families prepare special tables in their homes. On top of them they'll put photos of the dead and their favorite food. They also visit the graves of their beloved ones to show their respect to the dead.1.If you want to experience a special new year in a country, you can choose to visit ________.A.ThailandB.South KoreaC.SpainD.Mexico2.What may happen to you as a visitor in La Tomatina?A.You can perform stilts.B.Your can play funeral music in bands.C.You may be covered with mud.D.You may be attacked with tomatoes.3.Which festival is similar to the Tomb Sweeping Festival in China?A.Songkran.B.Boryeong Mud Festival. Tomatina.D.Dia de los Muertos.BIn a study published in Nature Machine Intelligence, researchers at Ohio State University show how artificial intelligence（AI）can follow clinical trials to identify drugs for repurposing, a solution that can help advance innovative treatments.Repurposing drugs is legal and not unusual. When doctors prescribe(开处方)drugs that have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration(FDA)for purposes different from what is printed on the labels, the drugs are being used “off-label” Just because a drug is FDA-approved for a specific type of disease does not prevent it from having possible benefits for other purposes.For example, Metformin, a drug that is FDA-approved for treating type 2 diabetes, is also used to treat PCOS(a disease of women), and other diseases. Trazodone, an anti-depressant with FDA-approval to treat depression, is also prescribed by doctors to help treat patients with sleep issues.The Ohio State University research team created an AI deep learning model for predicting treatment probability with patient data including the treatment, outcomes, and potential confounders(干扰因素).Confounders are related to the exposure and outcome. For example, a connection is identified between music festivals and increases in skin rashes(红疹). Music festivals do not directly cause skin rashes. In this case, one possible confounding factor between the two may be outdoor heat, as music festivals tend to run outdoors when the temperature is high, and heat is a known cause for rashes. When working with real-world data, confounders could number in the thousands. AI deep learning is well-suited to find patterns in the complexity of potentially thousands of confounders.The researcher team used confounders including population data and co-prescribed drugs. With this proof-of-concept, now clinicians have a powerful AI tool to rapidly discover new treatments by repurposing existing medications.4. What do we know about a drug used off-label?A. It is sold without a label.B. It is available at a low price.C. Its uses extend beyond the original ones.D. Its clinical trials are rejected by doctors.5. Metformin and Trazodone are similar as both of them________.A. are used off-labelB. treat rare diseasesC. result in sleep issuesD. are medical breakthroughs6. What can be inferred about “confounders”?A. They are possible treatments.B. They are environmental factors.C. They can be easily recognized in real-world data.D. They should be taken into serious consideration.7. What is the main idea of the text?A. AI examines benefits of existing drugs.B. AI identifies off-label uses for drugs.C. AI finds new drugs for common diseases.D. AI proves the power of drug research.CEach year, the women of Olney and Liberal compete in an unusual footrace. Dressed in aprons (围裙) and headscarves, they wait at both towns’starting lines. Each woman holds a frying pan with one pancake inside. At the signal, the women flip (轻抛) pancakes and they’re off!This “pancake racing” tradition is said to have started on Shrove Tuesday, 1445, in Olney. Shrove Tuesday is the day beforethe Christian season of Lent (大斋戒) begins. During Lent, many people decide to give up sugary or fatty foods.Legend says that in 1445, an Olney woman was making pancakes to use up some of her sugar and cooking fats before Lent. She lost track of time and suddenly heard the church bells ring, signaling the beginning of the Shrove Tuesday service. Realizing that she was going to be late for church, she raced out the door still wearing her apron and headscarf and holding her frying pan with a pancake in it. In the following years, the woman’s neighbors imitated her dash to church, and pancake racing was born.The rules are simple. Racers must wear the traditional headscarf and apron. They must flip their pancakes twice - once before starting and once after crossing the finish line. After the race, there are Shrove Tuesday church services. Then Liberal and Olney connect through a video call to compare race times and declare a winner.In both towns, the races have grown into larger festivals. Olney’s festival is an all-day event starting with a big pancake breakfast. Liberal’s festival lasts four days and includes a parade, a talent show, and contests that feature eating and flipping pancakes. Although the women’s race is still the main event, both towns now hold additional races for boys and girls of all ages.8. How did pancake racing start?A. A woman in Olney created it.B. Women made pancakes before Lent.C. A woman dashed to church with a pancake.D. People followed the suit of an interesting incident.9. What should racers obey during the race?A. They can wear fashionable headscarves and aprons.B. They must flip their pancakes once in the race.C. They must flip their pancakes at the beginning of the race.D. They can flip their pancakes in the middle of the race.10. What can we learn about the race from the last paragraph?A. People can show their talent in Olney festival.B. People can enjoy a one-day holiday in Liberal.C. The race is not only intended for women now.D. People can have a big pancake breakfast in both towns.11. What is the text mainly about?A. The origin of pancake racing.B. The history of pancake racing.C. The development of pancake racing.D. The introduction to pancake racing.DSonja Redding and her family were on their way home to Omaha, Nebraska, after a weeklong visit to Washington, D. C. with her two sons, one of whom, 5-year-old Xayvior, has autism(自闭症).Although all of the other flights had gone fine, Xayvior became angry during one of the flights, and Redding couldn’t calm him.“It felt like everyone on the plane was looking at us and got angry with my son, ” she wrote in a Facebookpost after she got home. “I don’t know what to do when others just don’t understand that he is not just a kid with no discipline(自制力)，but a child with special needs who doesn’t know how to control himself.”The day was saved by Delta flight attendant(空乘人员)Amanda Amburgy. She tried to help Xayvior watch a movie, but when that failed, she offered to take him on a tour of the airplane.That worked, and soon the child was not only calm, but having a good time.“When they came back, Xayvior was much calmer and happier,” wrote Redding in the post，which now has 2,700 likes and over 500 shares. “I want to thank this Delta attendant. She didn’t judge, and she just showed love. We need more people like this in the world. ”It wasn’t long before Amburgy was told about the post.“ We’re there to help, and that’s what we want to do,” she said in an interview. “So, we always want to make anything easier for the family as well as other passengers.”She also shared what she felt when she read Redding’s story. “When I read it, it touched my heart. It’s something I would do for anyone on the plane, because that’s what I’m here for. It really made a difference in her life.”12. How did Redding feel on the plane?A. Tired.B. Uncomfortable.C. Very angry.D. Deeply afraid.13. What did Amburgy do to help the family?A. She asked the family to stay beside her.B. She asked the other passengers for help.C. She tried her best to calm the boy.D. She helped look after the other boy.14. Why did Redding post the story?A. To show her thanks.B. To help kids with autism.C. To get in touch with Amburgy.D. To share her travel experience.15. Which of the following words can best describe Amburgy?A. Proud.B. Honest.C. Hard-working.D. Warm-hearted.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

2022-2023学年广东省广州中学高一（上）期中英语试卷AFive Star Yellowstone TourDiscover the world's oldest national park，Yellowstone，on this grand wildlife tour.Our professional guides will give you a 5 star customer service experience on your all inclusive tour without any additionaltaxes or booking fees.Starting at approximately 7 am，we will be rolling out the red carpet for you and all you have to do is to sit back and enjoy the ride.We provide snacks，bottled water，and cooked food for lunch.This tour's main focus is on the wide variety of wildlife，Yellowstone's rich historic scenery as well as the fascinating prospect formed by the Yellowstone Super volcano for over millions of years.Binoculars（双筒望远镜）are provided to help you appreciate the scenery better.Whether you are on amateur photographer，a science or history enthusiast or just want to explore the outdoors，this tour has something for everyone.Our fun but professional guides will five you a first classtour in a very comfortable tour bus.Tour snapshotDuration：10-12 hoursTaking Covid---19 safety measures：Click hereHotel pickup offeredGroup size：9Ticket type：MobileAvailable language：EnglishBook in advanceScheduled date：Check availabilityTotal fees：﹩300 per adult（age 13--99）；40% discount （age 1--12）Reserve now & pay later：Learn moreFree cancellation：For a full refund（退款），cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of theexperience.Now you're all set!Have a great time.1.Where is this text probably taken from？______A. A textbook.B. A website.C. A scenery magazine.D. A travel report.2.What can we know about the tour？______A. It has both mobile and paper tickets.B. It is a 9---people group with extra frees.C. It offers snacks，breakfast，binoculars and hotel pickup.D. It includes wildlife，historic sights and volcanic scenery.3.What should you do for the booking？______A. Pay﹩180 per child for the tour.B. Pay at once after you reservation.C. Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.D. Consult the guide to check available date.BI don't remember the exact date I met Marty for the first time.Like a lot of people who want to get througha checkout line，I found my thoughts on speed，nothing more.The line I was standing in wasn't moving as quickly as I wanted，and I glanced toward the cashier，who was receiving money from customers.He was an old man in his sixties.I thought，well，it probably took him a little longer to get the jobs done.For the next few minutes I watched him.He greeted every customer before he began scanning the goods they were purchasing.Sure，his words were the usual，"How's it going？" But he did something different—he actually listened to people.Then he would respond to what they had said and talk with them briefly.I thought it was strange，but I guessed I had grown accustomed to people asking me how I was doing simply out of a conversation without ually，after a while，you don't give any thought to the question and just say something back quietly.This old cashier seemed sincere about wanting to know how people were feeling.Meanwhile，thehigh-tech cash register rang up their purchases and he announced what they owed.When customers handed money to him，he pushed the appropriate keys，the cash drawer popped open，and he counted out their change.Then magic happened.He placed the change in his left hand，walked around the counter to the customers，and extended his right hand in an act of friendship.As their hands met，the old cashier looked the customers in the eyes. "I want to thank you for shopping here today，" he told them. "You have a great day.Bye-bye." The looks on the faces of the customers were priceless.Now it was my turn.I glanced down at the name tag on his red waistcoat，the kind experienced Wal-Mart cashier wore.It read，"Marty."Marty told me how much I owed and I handed him some money.The next thing I knew he was standing beside me，offering his right hand and holding my change in his left hand.His kind eyes locked onto mine.Smiling，and with a firm handshake…4.While the author stood in the checkout line，she felt ______ .A. madB. enthusiasticC. comfortableD. impatient5.In the opinion of the author，people tended to ______ .A. talk about unimportant topicsB. develop a mindless conversationC. remain calm while having a talkD. face communication problems6.Why did the author think Marty was special？______A. He was patient with all the questions from customers.B. He spent as much time as possible serving customers.C. He expressed his sincerity while giving back the change.D. He showed particular interest in customers' personal life.7.What can we infer from the passage？______A. Marty was a talkative man.B. Marty cared a lot about what he did.C. The author got along well with others.D. The author was dissatisfied with such a waste of time.CForeign visitors to the UK might be disappointed when they learn that not everyone there speaks like Harry Potter and his friends．Usually，there's an assumption by many non-Brits that everyone in Britain speaks with what's known as a Received Pronunciation （RP，标准发音）accent，also called "the Queen's English"．However，while many people do talk this way，most Britons speak in their own regional accents．Scouse，Glaswegian and Black Country - from Liverpool，Glasgow and the West Midlands - are just three of the countless non-RP accents that British people speak with．There are even differences in accents between towns or cities just 30 kilometers apart．What is even more disappointing is that not speaking in a RP accent may mean a British person is judged and even treated differently in their everyday life．In a 2015 study by The University of South Wales，videos of people reading a passage in three different UK accents were shown to a second group of people．The group then rated how intelligent they thought the readers sounded．The lowest-rated accent was Brummie，native to people from Birmingham，a city whose accent is considered working class．However，there is no need to be disappointed though you are not speaking in an RP accent．In fact，doing the opposite may even give you strength．Kong Seong-jae，25，is an internet celebrity from Seoul．After studying in the UK，he picked up several regional accents．He's now famous for his online videos，where he shows off the various accentshe's learned．"British people usually get really excited when I use some of their local dialect words，and they become much friendlier．I think it makes a bit of bond between local people and foreigners to speak in their local accent，" he said．So if you're working on perfecting your British accent，try to speak like someone from Liverpool，Glasgow or Birmingham．You may not sound like Harry Potter，but you are likely to make more friends．8.What can we infer from paragraph 1？______A. Non-Brits usually hold that all Britons speak in a RP accent．B. Only "the queen's English" is accepted in the UK．C. Foreign visitors are disappointed at their own spoken English．D. Any Received Pronunciation around the world is also called "the Queen's English"．9.What do people think of the Brummie accent？______A. Favored by foreign visitors to the UK．B. Closest to the RP accent．C. Smart and easy to understand．D. Spoken by people of lower class．10.What does the underlined phrase "doing the opposite" in Paragraph 4 refer to？______A. Speaking in a RP accent．B. Speaking in regional accents．C. Speaking the Brummie accent．D. Speaking like Harry Potter．11.What is the passage mainly about？______A. A study about the most intelligent accent in Britain．B. A comparison between different British accents．C. How much British people value the RP accent．D. The impact of regional accents on people's lives．DMr.Pagano is watching a video of a polar bear swimming after a seal.The seal escapes!The bear meets another bear.They sniff at each other and then go separate ways.What makes this video so unusual is that it's from the point of view of the polar bear.A camera was previously（先前）put around the bear's neck by Mr.Pagano's research team with the aim to find out what polar bears will need to survive in their changing habitat.According to the scientists，polar bears are endangered because of Earth's warming climate，which is shrinking the ice pack that floats on the Arctic Ocean.The ice pack goes through a yearly cycle.In the fall and winter，the ice pack grows southward，extending toward North America，Asia，and Europe.By the ending of winter，the ice pack lies over shallower waters near land，where seals live.The polar bears hunt along the edge of that ice，eating seals in the spring and early summer before the ice over shallow watersmelts.It's how the bears fatten up for the next winter.In the past few decades，the ice pack has started to grow later in the fall.As a result，it isn't as thick and starts to melt and break up earlier in the spring.That gives the bears less sea ice for hunting and forces some of them to swim farther to move between land and ice habitats.Studies show that，in places where the ice has been breaking up earlier for decades，the number of bears is going down，and their overall health is getting worse.Scientists want to know if bears are still finding enough to eat and how far they have to travel，or swim，to find food.Using the GPS collars，the researchers confirmed（证实）that some bears are swimming long distances.Of 52 bears，20 took a total of 50 long ---distance swims，each one a journey of more than 30 miles.Are the long ---distance travels harming their chances for survival？If polar bears are going to survive in the warming Arctic，humans may need to act right now.With the work of scientists like Mr.Pagano，a ray of hope will finally cut open the darkness.12.What might be the profession of Mr.Pagano？______A. A climate scientist.B. A zoologist.C. A GPS engineer.D. An ice observe.13.Why is the video professional according to the passage？______A. It is made by professional animal researchers.B. Its aim to trace been behaviors in North Pole.C. It is filmed by a camera attached to a polar bear.D. It uses hi---tech GPS to study polar bears' habitats.14.Which is the factor endangering polar bears' lives？______A. The shrinking shallow waters.B. The decreasing number of seals.C. The long---distance travels for habitats.D. The changed yearly cycle of ice packs.15.What might be the author's attitude toward Mr.Pagano's researcher？______A. Positive.B. Doubtful.C. Disapproval.D. Critical.Fitness Magazine recently ran an article titled "Five Reasons to Thank Your Workout Partner." One reason was："You'll actually show up if you know someone is waiting for you at the gym," while another read：" (1) " With a workout partner,you will increase your training effort as there is a subtle（微妙）competition. So,how do you find a workout partner？First of all,decide what you want from that person. (2) Or do you just want to be physically fit,able to move with strength and flexibility？Think about the exercises you would like to do with your workout partner. You might think about posting what you are looking for on social media,but it probably won't result in a useful response. (3) If you plan on working out in a gym,that person must belong to the same gym.My partner posted her request on the notice board of a local park.Her notice included what kind of training she wanted to do,how many days a week and how many hours she wanted to spend on each session,and her age.It also listed her favorite sports and activities,and provided her phone number. (4)You and your partner will probably have different skills. (5) Over time,both of you will benefit - your partner will be able to lift more weights and you will become more physically fit.The core（核心）of your relationship is that you will always be there to help each other.A.Your first meeting may be a little awkward.B.A workout partner usually needs to live close by.C.You'll work harder if you train with someone else.D.Do you want to be a better athlete in your favorite sport？E.How can you write a good "seeking training partner" notice？F.Just accept your differences and learn to work with each other.G.Any notice for a training partner should include such information.16. A. A B. B C. C D. D E. EF. FG. G17. A. A B. B C. C D. D E. EF. FG. G18. A. A B. B C. C D. D E. EF. FG. G19. A. A B. B C. C D. D E. EF. FG. G20. A. A B. B C. C D. D E. EF. FG. GMichael Greenberg is a very popular New Yorker.He is not famous in sports or the arts.But people in the streets(21) him，especially those who are(22).For those people，he is "Gloves" Greenberg.How did he get that (23)？He looks like any other businessman，wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase（公文箱）.But he's(24).His briefcase always has some gloves.In winter，Mr.Greenberg does not (25)like other New Yorkers，who look at the sidewalk and (26) the street.He looks around at (27).He stops when he (28) someone with no gloves.He gives them a pair and then he(29)，looking for more people with cold (30).On winter days，Mr.Greenberg (31) gloves.During the rest of the year，he(32) gloves.People who have heard about him (33) him gloves，and he has many in his apartment.Mr.Greenberg(34) doing this 21 years ago.Now，many poor New Yorkers know him and (35) his behaviour.But people who don't know him are sometimes (36) him.They don't realize that he just wants tomake them (37).It runs in the (38).Michael's father always helped the poor as he believed it made everyonehappier.Michael Greenberg feels the (39).A pair of gloves may be a(40) thing，but it can make a big difference in winter.21. A. know about B. learn from C. cheer for D. look after22. A. old B. busy C. kind D. poor23. A. job B. name C. chance D. message24. A. calm B. different C. crazy D. curious25. A. act B. sound C. feel D. dress26. A. cross over B. drive along C. hurry down D. keep off27. A. cars B. people C. street numbers D. traffic lights28. A. helps B. chooses C. greets D. sees29. A. holds up B. hangs out C. moves on D. turns around30. A. hands B. ears C. faces D. eyes31. A. searches for B. stores up C. gives away D. puts on32. A. borrows B. sells C. returns D. buys33. A. call B. send C. lend D. show34. A. recommended B. remembered C. began D. enjoyed35. A. understand B. dislike C. study D. excuse36. A. sorry for B. satisfied with C. proud of D. surprised by37. A. smart B. rich C. special D. happy38. A. city B. family C. neighbourhood D. company39. A. honor B. pain C. same D. cold40. A. small B. useful C. delightful D. comforting41.It's almost a common belief that the best food you can find in a place is not in the fancy restaurants，but in the backstreets.These parts are usually away from popular tourist (1) （attract），which means that to find them，you'll need the spirit of an explorer.That's (2) I came across roujiamo when I was exploring Beijing.I found a restaurant (3) （sell）dishes from Xi'an when I explored the area around my office one day.I decided to give it (4) try.My roujiamo，made fresh，was still warm.The bread was soft when I (5) （bite）into it，and the meat inside was delicious and tender.In fact，I enjoyed it so much that I ordered more to take home. (6) it's just a snack，it's still quite filling and can easily satisfy your appetite.There are kinds of things you can put inside the "mo"，as the bread is called.For example，in certain areas in Xi'an，the meat (7) （typical）used is beef，but in Gansu Province，lamb is (8) （popular）.Andthe first roujiamo that I tried (9) （make）with pork.However it's made，it's still a tasty snack.And for people (10) me who grew up eating hamburgers，it's a perfect combination of East and West.(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8)(9)(10)42.It was malaria，but Dr.Lee hadn't ______（辨别出）the symptoms.43.Yuan Longping is an ______（令人钦佩的）scientist who will long be remembered for feeding the world.44.Her shouting attracted some ______（好奇的）glances from other people in the restaurant.45.It really______（恼火，生气）me when I see people dropping litter.46.Only qualified or invited ______（竞争者）can take part in the final match in Shanghai.47.If my father makes up his mind to do something，nothing can change his mind.He is really a man of______（决心）.48.The plan is ______（预定）to arrive at 9：00 p.m.，but it's already 30 minutes late.49.In 1973，the first Open University ______（毕业生）received their degrees.50.It is ______（较喜欢）that the candidates are familiar with the economic regulations.51.All great ______（运动员）show sportsmanship especially in some international events.52.look forward to，take control of，be responsible for，in advance，be attracted to，apply for，make a difference(1) If you're going to come，please let me know ______ .(2) How many jobs had you ______ before you were offered this one？(3) She was ______ seeing her grandchildren again.(4) Changing schools had ______ to her life.She was no longer what she used to do.(5) It is natural for people to ______ beautiful things.53.正是因为她很独立，她很快习惯了独自一人生活。

2022-2023学年广东省广州市高一上学期必修第一册测评卷一英语试题1. The Metropolitan Museum of Art1000 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10028211-535-7710 EntrancesFifth Avenue at 82nd StreetHoursOpen 7 days a week.Sunday-Thursday 10:00-17:30Friday and Saturday 10:00-21:00Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25,January 1,and the first Monday in May.Admission$25.00 recommended for adults, $12.00 recommended for students, includes the Main Building and The Cloisters(回廊）on the same day; free for children under 12 with an adult.Free with AdmissionAll special exhibitions, as well as films, lectures, guided tours, concerts, gallery talks, andfamily/children's programs are free with admission.Ask about today's activities at the Great Hall Information Desk.The Cloisters Museum and GardensThe Cloisters museum and gardens is a branch of The Metropolitan Museumof Art devoted to the art and architecture of Europe in the Middle Ages. The extensive collection consists of masterworks in sculpture, colored glass, and precious objects from Europe dating from about the 9th to the 15th century.Hours: Open 7 days a week.March-October 10:00-17:15November-February 10:00-16:45Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25,and January 1.1. How much may they pay if an 11-year-old girl and her working parents visit the museum?A． $12. B． $37.C． $ 50. D． $ 622. The attraction of the Cloisters museum and gardens lies in the fact that ________.A． it opens all the year roundB． its collections date from the Middle AgesC． it has a modern European-style gardenD． it sells excellent European glass collections2.Whatever your age or interests, Buxton has something to see or do to make your visit trulymemorable.High energyIf you desire physical activities, you can choose activities from swimming to horse riding.Explore the heights with Go Ape, the high wire forest adventure course, or journey beneath the earth at Poole’s Cavern. And don’t forget: we are surrounded by a natural playground justperfect for walking, caving, climbing and cycling.High mindedBuxton is justifiably proud of its cultural life and you’ll find much to suit all tastes with art, music, opera and the performing arts at Buxton Opera House & Pavilion Arts Centre and Green Man Gallery. There are plenty of opportunities for the creative person to become involved,including workshops and events.Keeping the kids happyChildren love the small train and playgrounds in the P avilion Gardens and there’s plenty more to explore at the Buxton Museum. There’s a new indoor play centre, plus the special events and workshops, and others during school holiday periods1. If you want to take an undergound journey, which place is the best choice?A．Poole’s Cavern.B．Pavilion Gardens.C．Buxton Museum. D．Green Man Gallery.2. Buxton Open House & Pavilion Arts Centre is special because it offers ________.A．rides in small trainsB．courses in modern artsC．artistic and cultural activitiesD．basic courses in horse riding3. Journey Back in Time with ScholarsClassical Provence(13days)Journey through the beautiful countryside of Provence，France，with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes. We will visit some of the best-preserved Roman monuments in the world. Our tour also includes a chance to walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh and Gauguin. Fields of flowers, tile-roofed(瓦屋顶)villages and tasty meals enrich this wonderful experience.Southern Spain(15days)Spain has lovely white towns and the scent(芳香)of oranges，but it is also a treasury of ancient remains including the cities left by the Greeks，Romans and Arabs. As we travel south from Madrid with Prof. Ronald Messier to historic Toledo，Roman Merida and into Andalucia, we explore historical monuments and architecture.China’s Sacred Landscapes(21days)Discover the China of “past ages,” its walled cities，temples and mountain scenery with Prof. Robert Thorp. Highlights(精彩之处)include China’s most sacred peaks at Mount Tai and Hangzbou’s rolling hills，waterways and peaceful temples. We will wander in traditional small towns and end our tour with an exceptional museum in Shanghai.Tunisia(17days)Join Prof. Pedar Foss on our in-depth Tunisian tour. Tour highlights include the Roman city of Dougga，the underground Numidian capital at Bulla Regia, Roman Sbeitla and the remote areas around Tataouine and Matmata，uique for underground cities. Our journey takes us to picturesque Berber villages and lovely beaches.1. What can visitors see in both Classical Provence and Southern Spain？A．Historical monuments. B．Fields of flowers.C．Van Gogh’s paintings.D．Greek buildings.2. Which country is Prof. Thorp most knowledgeable aboutA．France. B．Spain. C．China. D．Tunisia.3. Which of the following highlight the Tunisian tour？A．White towns. B．Undergroundcities. C．Tile-roofedvillages.D．Rolling hills.4. The Biggest Stadiums in the WorldPeople have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A.D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the world’s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. Rome’s Colosseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However, that was small fry compared with the city’s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people.These days, safety regulations-not to mention the modern sports fan’s desire for a good view and comfortable seat—tend to keep stadium capacities（容量） slightly lower. Even soccer fans tend to have a seat each; gone are the days of thousands standing to watch the match.For the biggest stadiums in the world, we have used data supplied by the World Atlas list so far, which ranks them by their stated permanent capacity, as well as updated information from official stadium websites.All these stadiums are still funtional, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport.·Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, Pyongyang D.P.R. Korea. Capacity: 150,000. Opened: May1,1989.·Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U. S. Capacity: 107,601. Opened: October 1, 1927.·Beaver Stadium, State College, Pennsylvania, U. S. Capacity: 106,572. Opened: September 17, 1960.·Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio, U. S. Capacity: 104,944. Opened: October 7,1922.·Kyle Field, College Station, Texas, U. S. Capacity: 102,512. Opened: September 24, 1927.1. How many people could the Circus Maximus hold?A．104,944. B．107,601. C．About 150,000. D．About 250,000.2. Of the following stadiums, which is the oldest?A．MichiganStadium.B．Beaver Stadium. C．Ohio Stadium. D．Kyle Field.3. What do the listed stadiums have in common?A．They host big games. B．They have become tourist attractions.C．They were built by Americans. D．They are favored by architects.5. About one hundred years ago many educated people learned and spoke French when they met people from other countries.Today most people speak English when they meet foreigners. 1 Thereare more people who speak English as a second language than people who speak English as a first language.Why is this?2 One of them is that English has become the language of business.Another important reason is that popular American culture(like movies，music，and McDonald’s)has quickly spread throughout the world. 3Is it good that English has spread to all parts of the world so quickly? 4 It’s important to have a language that the people of the earth have in common.Our world has become very global and we need to communicate with one another.On the other hand，English is a fairly complicated language to learn and it brings its culture with it.Do we really need that?Scientists have already tried to create an artificial language that isn’t too difficult and doesn’t include any one group’s culture. It is called Esperanto. 5 Maybe the popularity of English won’t last that long either.Who knows? There are more people in the world who speak Chinese than any other language.Maybe someday Chinese will be the new international language.6. Just Being ThereMark and Ivan ran from the school bus to Mark’s house. They had both tried out for the school soccer team, and the __ were supposed to be online by now. Dropping their backpacks in the front hall, the boys raced to the ___. Mark logged into the school website. The list was up! Finding his __ , M ark breathed a sigh of relief. “Our suffering is over,” he said.Ivan didn’t ___, though. Mark turned to look at him. Ivan had a(n) __ expression on his face.Mark turned back to the computer and read every name on the list,__ for Ivan’s name.Mark felt as if he had been hit in the stomach. “This isn’t __,” he shouted. Ivan just sighed. “Let’s talk to the coaches. Maybe they’ll give you another ___,” Mark insisted.Ivan just __ his head. “If I didn’t make it, I didn’t make it.” Then he was ___, staring at the computer screen.Oh, no, Mark thought. Was Ivan about to cry?“At least you can sleep in on Saturdays,” he __ Ivan. “Right?”No answer. Mark sighed. He wished he could__ people up the way Ivan could.Even back in kindergarten, Ivan had known how to do it. On the first day of kindergarten, Mark had been homesick and began to cry during the break. The other kids ____around him. “Want to hear a funny joke?” “Try to ___!”After a while, they walked away. Only Ivan ___. He said, “I’ll just keep you company while you’re sad.” Minutes later, the two boys were playing happily.__ it now, Mark felt calmer. For a few minutes, he kept quiet. Then he said, “This must be really hard.”Ivan finally ___ his eyes from t he screen. He looked at Mark and nodded. “Yeah. It is.” The friends sat in ___for a while. Then Ivan took a deep breath, wiped his eyes and stood up. “Maybe we could shoot some hoops( 投篮),” he suggested. “I’ll probably feel __ when I beat you.” He smiled a little.Mark stood up, too. “You mean when I beat you,” he said. Ivan laughed, and they headed outside. “Thanks,” said Ivan, nodding at Mark. “ ___. Thanks, Mark.”1.A．photos B．results C．songs D．films2.A．book B．piano C．television D．computer3.A．team B．match C．name D．plan4.A．respond B．care C．agree D．listen5.A．excited B．confused C．frightened D．amused6.A．preparing B．asking C．searching D．waiting7.A．fair B．funny C．direct D．popular8.A．lesson B．chance C．example D．job9.A．nodded B．shook C．turned D．raised10.A．silent B．tired C．thankful D．pleased11.A．blamed B．warned C．comforted D．promised12.A．cheer B．keep C．wake D．lift13.A．ran B．moved C．crowded D．jumped14.A．talk B．shout C．play D．smile15.A．changed B．understood C．hesitated D．remained16.A．Evaluating B．Remembering C．Treasuring D．Managing17.A．turned B．opened C．fixed D．widened18.A．peace B．silence C．surprise D．satisfaction 19.A．safer B．weaker C．lonelier D．better20.A．Seriously B．Honestly C．Hopefully D．Naturally7. 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。

2020-2021学年清远市第一中学高三英语上学期期中考试试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ACome and enjoy Vivaldi's TheFour Seasonsperformed by live musicians!Tickets△Zone A Sating (Excellent Visibility, $75)△Zone B Seating (Great Visibility, $60)△Zone C Seating (Good Visibility, $45)△Zone D Seating (Restricted Visibility, 30)Zone A and Zone B audiences will get the chance to take pictures with the performers on the stage after the show.Highlights* A beautiful venue bathed in candlelight.*Classical music performance by the Angel Strings quartet*A safe and socially-distanced event, ensuring you are comfortable and at ease.General Info*Dates and times: Various dates, at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm (select during purchase).*How long: 65 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the start time. We recommend you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the event, as late entry is not permitted.*Where: Events on Oxlade*Age requirement: Must be 8 years old or older to attend. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.*Please note: The 6:30 pm seating will take place during daylight hours outdoors, and the space will not be that dark. In the case of rain, the event will be moved to the indoor area of the venue.DescriptionWhether you're looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this performance is for you. You don't need to know all things about Vivaldi to enjoy the evening;simply sit back and admire the wonderful atmosphere and the pieces you'll hear.Join our musicians for an evening under the stars, and prepare to be taken into the clouds with Vivaldi' s most treasured masterpieces!1.What can someone with a $45 ticket do?A.Perform on the stage.B.Enjoy good visibility.C.Select a seat in Zone B.D.Take photos with the musicians.2.What should potential audiences keep in mind?A.Arrive at the venue on time.B.Learn about Vivaldi in advance.C.The performance lasts 45 minutes.D.The event will be canceled if it rains.3.What do we know about the 8:30 p.m. performance?A.It welcomes children under the age of 8.B.Its performers differ on different dates.C.Its stage will be decorated with candles.D.It will be shown in the indoor area of the venue.BANew Zealandcouncil has announced a month-long road closure in order to allow a sea lion and her pup to reach the ocean safely.John Wilson Ocean Drive in Dunedin will be closed after the New Zealand sea lions made their home at a nearby golf course and started "regularly crossing the road to get to the beach," according to a Facebook post from Dunedin City Council."You can still visit the area on foot or by bicycle, but please give the sea lions lots of space," continued the post.Locals applauded the decision, and one even called for the closure to be made permanent."No dogs should be on the beach, either," wrote Gaylene Smith. "We need to protect our beautiful sea life."Dogs are known to attack sea lions, and Chisholm Links Golf Course, where the sea lions have made their home, also posted advice to dog walkers in a Facebook update."We're lucky to have sea lions on our coastline and we need to share the space with them,as this is what makes our coastline so unique!" wrote the course on Facebook.The council went on to explain thatNew Zealandsea lions are endangered, and are one of the world's rarest species of sea lion.There are an estimated 12,000New Zealandsea lions left, according to the Department of Conservation. Under local law, anyone who kills a sea lion could face up to two years in prison or a fine of up to NZ$250,000(US$178,000).4. What decision has the Dunedin City Council made?A. Closing an ocean drive for a month.B. Forbidding entry into a golf course.C. Forbidding walking dogs outside.D. Closing the nearby beach temporarily.5. How did the City Council announce the decision?A. By informing on TV.B. By sending out notices.C. By posting on Facebook.D. By advertising in a newspaper.6. What is the attitude of the local people toward the closure?A. Doubtful.B. Supportive.C. Uncaring.D. Critical.7. What can we learn aboutNew Zealandsea lions from the text?A. They are afraid of humans.B. They are a common species.C. They are being killed by dogs.D. They are under legal protection.CGray wolves have lived inNorth Americafor at least half a million years. Their living areas once included most of the continentalUnited States. But during the 1800s and early 1900s, wolves were hunted to near extinction(灭绝).By the 1960s, theU. S.wolf population was limited to a handful of creatures in small comers of the northernMidwest.Then, in 1973, a law, the ESA, was passed to protect animals from becoming extinct. Gray wolves were one of the first animals placed on the endangered-species(濒危物种)list. Killing them wasillicit. And theU. ernment worked to promote their protection. In a famous example of this effort, starting in 1995, 31 wolves were moved fromCanadatoYellowstoneNational Park. By 2015, more than 500 gray wolves were living in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem(生态系统).Today, the continentalU. S.is home to more than 6,000 gray wolves. On January 4, 2021, theU. ernment removed gray wolves from the endangered-species list.Usually, an animal's removal would be cause for celebration. But some environmental protectors say the wolves still need protection. In some parts of the country, wolves are increasing in numbers. More than a thousand of them can be found just inMichiganandWisconsin. But overall, their range is still a small part of what it was. Wolves used to live across most of the U. S. Now they , are found in fewer than a dozen states. Others argue that as long as a species is not in danger of extinction, it doesn't belong on the endangered-species list. Andfarmers with land near wolf living areas say that if the wolf's population continues to grow, more of their farm animals will be killed by wolves.But some protection groups worry that without protection, the wolf population will crash again. They hope that no matter what, people and wolves can get along peacefully with each other. They are promoting ways to make that happen.8. What caused gray wolves to be almost extinct?A. Losing their living areas.B. Too many natural enemies.C. The extreme climate changes.D. Being hunted in great numbers.9. What does the underlined word "illicit" in paragraph 2 mean?A. Rather difficult.B. Against the law.C. Totally normal.D. Conditionally allowable.10. Why was the gray wolf removed from the endangered-species list?A. They have a much larger population already.B. They have all been put into the safe natural parks.C. They have been feeding on farmers, farm animals.D. They have grown too strong to be protected by humans.11. What do farmers living near gray wolves' living areas think of the animals?A. The wolves are trouble for them.B. The wolves must be better protected.C. The wolves get along peacefully with them.D. The wolves should live where they belong.DTeens who have good, supportive relationships with their teachers enjoy better healthas adults, according to research published by an American research center.“This research suggests that improving students' relationships with teachers could have positive and long-lasting effects beyond just academic success," said Jinho Kim, a professor atKoreaUniversityand author of the study."Itcould also bring about healthimplicationsin the long run.”Previous research has suggested that teens' social relationships might be linked to health outcomes in adulthood. However, it is not clear whether the link between teen relationships and lifetime health is causal（因果的）-it could be that other factors, such as different family backgrounds, might contribute to both relationshipproblems in adolescence and to poor health in adulthood. Also, most research has focused on teens' relationships with their peers（同龄人）, rather than on their relationships with teachers.To explore those questions further, Kim analyzed data on nearly 20,000 participants from the Add Health study, a national study in theU.S.that followed participants from seventh grade into early adulthood. The participant pool included more than 3,400 pairs of siblings（兄弟姐妹）. As teens, participants answered questions, like “How often have you had trouble getting along with other students and your teachers?" As adults, participants were asked about their physical and mental health.Kim found that participants who had reported better relationships with both their peers and teachers in middle and high school also reported better physical and mental health in their mid-20s. However, when he controlled for family background by looking at pairs of siblings together, only the link between good teacher relationships and adult health remained significant.The results suggest teacher relationships are more important than previously realized and that schools should invest in training teachers on how to build warm and supportive relationships with their students. "This is not something that most teachers receive much training in," Kim said, “but it should be.”12. What does the underlined word “implications" in Paragraph 2 refer to?A. Recipes.B. Habits.C. Benefits.D. Risks.13. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?A. Poor health in adolescence.B. Limitations of the previous research.C. Teens' relationships with their peers.D. Factors affecting health in adulthood.14. What does Kim's research show?A. Good adult health depends on teens' good teachers.B. Good family background promises long-term adult health.C. Healthy peer relationships leads to students' academic success.D. Positive student-teacher relationship helps students' adult health.15. Where does this text probably come from?A. A health magazine.B. A medical report.C. A term paper.D. A family survey.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

2022-2023学年广东省东莞实验中学高一（上）期中英语试卷第一部分 听力（共两节，总分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

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。

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．（1.5分）What's the man going to do next？A. Order his lunch.B. Order his supper.C. Order his breakfast.2．（1.5分）What can we learn about the woman from the conversation？A. She has gone to France.B. She has been to France.C. She has lived in France.3．（1.5分）What's the man hunting for？A. His dog.B. His bag.C. His bike.4．（1.5分）Who is a member of IBM Company probably？A. Mary.B. Mr. Hunter.C. Herbert Wood.5．（1.5分）How does the man go to work every day？A．On foot．B．By bus．C．By car．第二节（共5小题；每小题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。

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2020-2021学年广东清远第一中学高一3月月考英语试卷学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、单项选择1．When the man was trying to break into the bank, he was caught by the police . A．in a spot B．on the spotC．off the spot D．to the spot2．His illness his absence.A．explained B．because ofC．accounted for D．is responsible for3．Great changes ______ in China in the past 20 years.A． took place B． have taken placeC． were taken place D． have been taken place4．—Do you mind if I open the window?— .A．No, you can’t B． Yes, of course notC． Certainly, please D． No, go ahead5．My mother would not permit me back late.A．to come B．come C．coming D．came6．His parents died when he was five, so he was by his uncle.A． brought on B． brought downC. brought up D． brought in7．The manager meant ____ the workers that being 5 minutes late meant ____ the company.A． to tell, to leave B． telling, leavingC． to tell, leaving D． telling, to leave8．You didn’t bother me., I like your company.A．On the contrary B．In other wordsC．For one thing D．On the other hand9．—How did you find your missing key?— .A． I found it in my drawerB． Quite by accidentC． It was well kept by the monitorD． I had no idea where it was10．, they didn’t do well in helping each other with their study.A．To honest B．HonestC．To be honest D．To be honestly11．26. People generally think that smoking is a bad ______ .A．custom B．habit C．behavior D．Action12．My English-Chinese dictionary has disappeared. Who_____ have taken it ?A．should B．must C．would D．could 13．Jack tried to play a trick ______ his sister but she wasn’t taken ________ .A．by; on B．in; inC．on; in D．on; on14．—Lucy doesn’t mind lending you her dictionary.—She ________ . I’ve already borrowed one.A．can’t B．mustn’tC．needn’t D．shouldn’t15．We are living in an age ______ many things are done on computers.A． which B． whenC． that D． where二、完形填空The story happened years ago，when my daughter was still little.I was driving across the country with my daughter to 16 my husband. SinceI intended to get to my destination before supper time, I drove 17 fora long time without a stop. Then after driving for many miles, I became tired and needed to stop for a break to get ____．I found a rest area. It was mostly deserted, in a quiet area of the highway.I parked the car and carried my 18 into the restroom. When I came out I saw a middle­aged__ _ wandering around. Feeling 19 about that, I asked the lady. What 20 me was: they were waiting for us!The lady told me that she and her husband wanted to see us safely back into our ____. She explained that sometimes rest areas could be a 21 place for ayoung lady like me. She told me that she had a daughter almost my age, so they wanted to make sure that I got safely back on my way.I was very touched by their ____. Being young, and probably naive to the potential22 of rest areas, it had never occurred to me that there was any possibilityof something going wrong. I 23 them for their kindness. My daughter andI continued our journey and 24 our destination safely.I never got their names but years have passed and their kindness is still not____. Sometimes angels come in make­up and just because you can't see their 25 it doesn't mean they aren't angels.16．A． desert B． stop C．join D．save17．A． slowly B．quickly C．safely D．quietly 18．A． excited B．bored C．interested D．refreshed 19．A． daughter B．luggage C．license D．car20．A． lady B．man C．couple D．angel21．A． angry B．curious C．jealous D．terrible 22．A． surprised B．worried C．annoyed D．upset23．A． room B．car C．area D．park24．A． quiet B．noisy C．dangerous D．safe25．A． devotion B．honesty C．potential D．consideration 26．A． stops B．dangers C．mistakes D．changes27．A． forgave B．asked C．thanked D．blamed28．A． reached B．left C．missed D．passed29．A． seen B．forgotten C．deserted D．recognized 30．A． kindness B．safety C．faces D．wings三、其他Dear Mr. Costa,I’m sorry it has taken me so long to write. I’ve been very busy with work and school, but I’ve thought about you often.How have you been31．(late)? Di d you have a good Christmas and New Year’s? Mac says you’ve been working hard at32．restaurant and that business is very good. What else have you been doing?I had a short33．good vacation. Mac and I went to Chicago for a few days before Christmas, but I had to come back and work34．Christmas and New Year’s,35．(include) Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve! Every time something like that36．(happen), I wonder37．I really want to work in the hotel business.The other day I was thinking about the fun38．we used to have in our English class. I haven’t seen many of our classmates39．the course was over. In fact, the only one I see very often is Tomiko. I’d really like to get in touch with Franco. Does he ever write to you? If so, could you please send me his address?Well, Mac and I are going skating and he is waiting for40．, so I guess I’d better say goodbye now. Write as soon as you can.Yours ever四、阅读选择People in the United States honor their parents with two special days：Mother’s Day, on the second Sunday in May, and Father’s Day, on the third Sunday in June. These days are set aside to show love and respect for parents. They raise their children and educate them to be responsible(有责任感的) citizens. They give love and care. These two days make us think about the changing roles of mothers and fathers. More mothers now work outside the home. More fathers must help with child care.These two special days are celebrated in many different ways. On Mother’s Day people wearcarnations. A red one symbolizes a living mother. A white one shows that the mother is dead. Many people attend religious services to honor parents. It is also a day when people whose parents are dead visit the cemetery(墓地).On these days families get together at home,as well as in restaurants. They often have outdoor barbecues for Father’s Day.These are days of fun and good feelings and memories.Another tradition is to give cards and gifts.Children make them in school.Many people make their own presents. These are valued more than the ones bought in stores. It is not the value of the gift that is important, but it is “the thought that counts”. Greeting card stores,florists, candy makers, bakeries, telephone companies, and other stores do a lot of business during these holidays.41．Which of the following is NOT a reason for children to show love and respect for parents?A．Parents bring up children.B．Parents give love and care to children.C．Parents educate children to be good persons.D．Parents pass away before children grow up.42．What do you think “florists” do?A．They sell flowers.B．They make and sell bread.C．They offer enough room for having family parties.D．They sell special gifts for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.43．Which do you think is right about “carnation”?A．It has only two kinds of colors.B．It refers to the special clothes people wear on Mother’s Day or Father’s Day.C．It’s a kind of flower showing love and best wishes.D．People can wear carnations only on the second Sunday in May.44．What do you know from the passage?A．Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are both in May.B．Fewer women worked outside the home in the past.C．Not all the children respect their parents.D．Fathers are not as important as mothers at home.45．On Mother’s Day and Father’s Day,.A．people usually have family parties B．everyone goes to visit the cemetery C．children always go to parents’ home D．hand-made cards are the most valuable giftsCarnival does not take place only in Louisiana. There are many celebrations around the world.In Brazil, the celebration is supposed to go on from the Saturday before Mardi Gras(四旬斋前的最后一天)to Mardi Gras Day, but in some Brazilian cities the celebration can last seven or eight days. Just like New Orleans, not many important things are decided in Brazil from New Year’s Day to Mardi Gras Day bec ause everyone is preparing for or celebrating carnival. Most Brazilian parades have a subject, which could be political and historical. The parades had to have a subject related to Brazil until 1996. Some cities in Brazil do not have a streetcarnival but they might have an indoor ball.Bolivia has carnival parades for children and then more parades for adults. The children dress up in costumes and march in the streets. The adults make traditional dance groups and dance in the streets. But the main part of Bolivia’s carnival is getting wet. Almost everyone gets wet from water balloons and water buckets. In Oruru, Bolivia, their carnival is held in the last ten days of the carnival season. People there participate in crafts and dancing, but their main carnival event is a ceremonial parade that lasts for twenty hours and parades for four kilometers. Over 20,000 dancers are involved as well as 10,000 musicians. This parade attracts at least 400,000 people.The carnival in Venice, Italy is often regarded as the most carefully prepared carnival and lasts the ten days before Lent (四旬斋). Many events are held in the canals including shows, concerts, dances, and water processions(队列). The official ending to the celebration is the ball held in St. Mark’s Square.46．What’s the best title of the passage?A．Carnivals around the world. B．History of carnival.C．Customs of carnival. D．Carnival parades.47．From the passage we learn that in Brazil .A．all urban residents celebrate carnival for a weekB．people prepare for or celebrate carnival after Mardi Gras DayC．the parades should have a subject related to BrazilD．not all cities have a street carnival48．The most important feature of the celebration of carnival in Bolivia is that . A．children wearing costumes march in the streetsB．adult dance groups dance in the streetsC．people participate in crafts and dancingD．nearly all people are sprayed with water49．Which of the following statements shows that the author pays special attention to the carnival in Bolivia?A．The time of celebrating carnival in Bolivia is mentioned.B．There are details and numbers about carnival celebrations in Bolivia.C．Events or performances for carnival celebrations in Bolivia are mentioned. D．Participants in the carnival celebration in Bolivia are mentioned.50．Which of the following areas or countries prepares the most carefully for their carnival according to the passage?A．Louisiana. B．Bolivia.C．Venice. D．Brazil.February has long been a month of romance. With the sweet smell of roses in the air, romantic films hit cinemas and love stories fill newspapers and magazines.On the 14th day, it is a custom for a boy to take his girlfriend out to dinner, buy her flowers and chocolates, write poems, sing to her or even spell out her name with rose petals! This is what you see on Valentine’s Day, a day named after Valentine who was a priest in the third century Rome. When the emperor decided that single men could become better soldiers than those with wives, he didn’t allow marriage.But Valentine continued to perform marriage ceremonies for young lovers in secret. When his actions were discovered, the emperor sentenced him to death. While in prison, it is said that Valentine fell in love with the daughter of his prison guard. Before his death, he wrote her a letter, which he signed “From your Valentine”, an expression that is still in use today. Valentine died for what he believed in and so he was made a Saint (圣徒), as well as becoming one of history’s most romantic characters.Nowad ays, Valentine’s Day is also popular among Chinese young people. Some students are planning to make Valentine’s cards for parents, teachers and friends. Others want to hold parties at which they will exchange small gifts and eat heart-shaped cakes. The idea is to have fun and encourage people to share in the spirit of St. Valentine.51．Which of the following is not a custom for a boy to do on Valentine’s Day?A．to take his girlfriend out to dinnerB．to buy his girlfriend flowers and chocolatesC．to make Valentine’s cards for teachers and friendsD．to spell out his girlfriend’s name with rose petals52．Why did the emperor in Rome not allow marriage in his country?A．Because there were few women in his country at that time.B．Because he thought men without wives could be better soldiers.C．Because there wasn’t enough food for so many people.D．Because he wanted to control the birth rate.53．V alentine was put into prison because ______.A．he killed one of the soldiersB．he stole a lot of foodC．he didn’t obey the emperor’s orderD．he didn’t want to be a soldier54．The last paragraph mainly tells us ______.A．students in China send cards to their teachersB．it is a good idea to celebrate Valentine’s Day in ChinaC．it is interesting to celebrate Valentine’s Day in ChinaD．Valentine’s Day is also popular in China now55．The best title for this passage should be ______.A．Valentine’s DayB．A Brave PriestC．Valentine’s Day in ChinaD．A Romantic ManHundreds of years ago, Native-American tribes lived in Mexico. The Aztecs built beautiful cities. They had a calendar (历法) and a written language. However, the Spanish destroyed the Aztecs in l521. For the next 300 years, Spain ruled over Mexico. That’s why Mexicans speak Spanish.Every September l6 the Mexican people hol d a celebration in Mexico City, their country’s capital. It is their Independence Day. On that date in 1821 they told Spain they would no longer be ruled. Breaking free from Spain caused a war. When it was over, the Mexicans had their own government. They made their own laws.Today America and Mexico are friends, but it wasn’t always that way. President James Polk wanted America to reach from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. He tried to buy what is now the American southwest from Mexico. Mexico would not sell. So from l846 to 1848 Mexico and America fought a war to ascertain where their borders would be. When the war ended, Mexico had lost a lot of land. Now the Rio Grande River forms the border between the two nations. America is on the north side of the river. Mexico is on the south side.Mexico has mountains and a hot, dry climate. Crops can grow on only a small part of the land. Still, Mexicans grow much of the coffee, oranges, and sugar used in the US. Mexicans haveinfluenced building styles in southwestern US and added words such as patio and canton to American English. Americans also enjoy eating many Mexican foods like burritos, tacos, tortillas, and tamales.56．According to the passage, what happened second on historical timeline? A．Mexicans declared their independence from Spain.B．The Spanish ruled Mexico.C．The Aztecs lived in Mexico.D．Americans fought a war with Mexico.57．The passage says that President Polk wanted ________.A．the US to expand its borders to the Pacific OceanB．Mexico to change its Independence Day to July 4thC．Mexico to become one of the states of the UnionD．Americans to adopt the Mexican language58．Another word for the underlined word “ascertain” is ________.A．inspect B．coverC．change D．determine59．Mexicans have the following influences on America EXCEPT ________. A．building styles B．vocabularyC．clothes D．food60．Before the Aztecs were conquered(征服), these Native Americans probably ________. A．didn’t speak SpanishB．couldn’t read or write any languageC．didn’t have toolsD．did n’t understand the concept of time五、信息匹配阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。

2020-2021学年清远市第一中学高三英语上学期期中试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ARed Tourism Sites inShanghaiThis year marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Many Chinese people are planning to visit red tourism attractions in the coming summer vacation. The following are some red tourism sites inShanghai.Former Site of the Editorial Department ofNew YouthRevolutionary magazineNew Youth,which created the New Culture Movement and spread the influence of the May Fourth Movement, was established by Chen Duxiu inShanghaiin 1915. The editorial office moved toBeijingin 1917 when Chen Duxiu was head of liberal arts atPekingUniversitybut moved back toShanghaithree years later.Address: No. 2,100 Nanchang Road, Huangpu districtFormer Residence of Chen WangdaoThis three-story building was the home of famous scholar and educator Chen Wangdao. In 1920, Chen completed the first Chinese translation ofThe Communist Manifesto(共产党宣言). He also served as President of Fudan University from 1952 to 1977.Address:51 Guofu Road, Yangpu districtHuangpu Wharf (码头)HuangpuWharfin Yangpu district was the place for about 650 Chinese students who headed toFrancefrom March 1919 to December 1920 to further their studies. They included Zhou Enlai, later the first premier of thePeopledRepublicofChina, and Deng Xiaoping, later the leader of the PRC.Address:32 Qinhuangdao Road, Yangpu districtThe Memorial of the Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party ofChinaThe two-story building was completed in 1920 as the residence of CPC founding member Li Hanjun. On July 23, 1921, thirteen members held their first national congress of the Communist Party of China here, marking the birth of the Party.Address:76 Xingye Road, Huangpu district1. When did the editorial office ofNew Youthreturn toShanghai?A. In 1915.B. In 1919.C. In 1920D. In 1921.2. What do we know about Chen Wangdao according to the text?A. He established theNew Youthmagazine.B. He first translatedThe Communist Manifestointo Chinese.C. He went toFrancefor further study.D. He held the first national congress of the CPC.3. Which site was the birthplace of the Communist Party of China?A. Former Site of the Editorial Department, of New Youth.B. Former Residence of Chen Wangdao.C.HuangpuWharf.D. The Memorial of the Site of the First National Congress of the CPC.BTwenty years ago, I became involved in pet therapy(疗法) work with our Angel. As she matured and went through professional training, we realized that she would be good at this new job.Angel is ten now and works every week. She visits two hospitals providing day care for the elderly, and our library’s PAWS forReadingprogram. At the library, six to ten dogs lie on the floor, and the kids pick a book to read to a dog. After they finish, they get a card with the dog’s picture and history. Angel also helps out at a special-needs camp. She is so popular that everywhere we go people recognize her, especially the kids she has worked with.We have seen some very special things through our pet therapy work. I brought Angel to our local hospital to visit a woman who was completely unable to move the right side of her body from a stroke(中风). One day, my husband, Jack, got Angel up into a chair next to the woman’s bed, asking her if she wanted to give Angel a treat. She nodded. Angel gently took the treat. Then the woman raised her right hand and started petting Angel. Her friend couldn’t believe her eyes.After that, every time we saw the woman, she lifted her left hand. We’d tell her she had to use her right hand, and she would. Next, you’ll fall in love with this woman’s story of rearing her own Angel later in her family andwhy she calls it the best decision she ever made.4. Who is Angel?A. A pet trainer.B. A hospitalC. A therapy dog.D. The author’s kid.5. What does Angel usually do?A. Save seriously ill people.B. Pay visits to kids in hospital.C. Protect the elderly in their homes.D. Help children at a special camp.6. Why was the woman’s friend astonished?A The woman moved her right hand.B. The woman treated Angel.C. Angel helped the woman recover.D. Angel got along with the woman.7. What does the underlined word “rearing” in the last paragraph mean?A. Accompanying.B. Raising.C. Assisting.D. Training.CDid you know people who live in different parts ofChinahave different habits and preferences? For example, people from southernChinaprefer to eat vegetables, while people from northChinalike to eat meat. According to a new study in a journal, gene variations (变异) might be responsible for these differences. Researchers fromChina’s BGI collected genetic information from 141,431 Chinese women, who came from 31 provinces and consisted of 36 ethnic minority groups.They found that natural selection has played an important role in the ways that people living in different regions of China have developed, affecting their food preferences, immunities (免疫力) to illness and physical features.A variation of the gene FADS2 is more commonly found in northern people. It helps people metabolize (新陈代谢) fatty acids, which suggests a diet that is rich in flesh. This is due to climate differences.Northern Chinais at a higher latitude. This weather is difficult to grow vegetables in. Therefore, northerners tend to eat more meat.The study also found differences in the immune systems of both groups. Most people in southernChinacarrythe gene CR1, which protects against malaria. Malaria was once quite common in southernChina. In order to survive, the genes of people in the south evolved to fight against this disease. However, people in the south are also more sensitive to certain illnesses, as they lack the genes to stop them.Genes can also cause physical differences between northerners and southerners. Most northerners have the ABCC11 gene, which causes dry earwax, less body smell and fewer sweats. These physical differences are also more beneficial to living in cold environments. Southerners are less likely to have this gene, as it did not develop in their population.8. What did the new study focus on?A. Regions.B. Eating habits.C. Gene variations.D. Ethnic minority groups.9. What is the main function of the gene FADS2?A. It helps store fat.B. It helps digest meat.C. It helps gain weight.D. It helps treat an illness.10. According to the study, most northerners ________.A. sweat less frequentlyB. are immune to malariaC. prefer vegetables to meatD. are more sensitive to climates11. How many differences did the study find related to genes?A. Two.B. Three.C. Four.D. Five.DNostalgia (怀旧) has become increasingly common in our current climate of accelerated, unexpected change. More and more Americans are turning back with longing towhat feels like simpler, sweeter times. They collect cassette tapes, manual typewriters even decades-old video games.Is it a mistake to get too obsessed with the past? Some psychologists warn that too much devotion to the so-called good old days is an escape from reality; it can indicate loneliness or that a person is having a difficult time coping in the present. Psychologist Stephanie Coontz argues that nostalgia distracts us from addressing the problems of modern life and contribute to anxiety, depression , insomnia etc.But new studies suggest that a modest dose of nostalgia is not only harmless, but actually beneficial. They suggest it helps strengthen our sense of identity and makes us feel more optimistic and inspired. It is also a tool for self — discovery and memories are a psychological immune response that is triggered when you want to take a break from negativity. Interestingly, those happy memories can be particularly beneficial both to kids in their teensand to society's elders. Recalling our childhood reminds us of “the times when we were accepted and loved unconditionally," says Krystine Batcho, a psychologist. "That is such a powerfully comforting phenomenon, knowing that there was a time in life when we didn't have to earn our love." Nostalgia can transform even the most ordinary past into legends which warms the heart and the body. Let's not forget that nostalgia has been a source of inspiration to innumerable American writers. Mark Twain recalled his boyhood, writing, "after all these years, I can picture that old time to myself now, just as it was then：The white town drowsing in the sunshine of a summer's morning."So go ahead, daydream a little about your best childhood friend, your first car, a long - gone family pct. As Dr. Sedikidessays，"Nostalgia is ly central to human experience. "But at the same time, keep these words of wisdom from the great inventor Charles Kettering in mind as well："You can't have a better tomorrow if you are thinking about yesterday all the time. "312. What did some psychologists in paragraph 2 probably agree?A. Nostalgia will cause some mental problems.B. Nostalgia makes us devoted to the good old days.C. Nostalgia shows you are trying to get rid of loneliness.D. Nostalgia helps us cope with the difficult time we are going through.13. There are many benefits of nostalgia except ________A. It can enable us to know ourselves better.B. It can bring us some comfort when we recall.C. We are likely to gain attention if we recall the happy childhood.D. We can sometimes break away from negativity with happy memories.14. What will be talked about in the following paragraph?A. The bad influence of too much devotion to nostalgia.B. The reasons why we should avoid nostalgia.C. The bad memories that always stick around you.D. The great changes nostalgia will bring to you.15. What's the best title of the passage?A. We all have a soft spot for nostalgia.B. Nostalgia is actually good for you.C. Don't be carried away by nostalgia.D. There are many times when we like to recall.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

2020-2021学年清远市第一中学高三英语上学期期中考试试题及答案第一部分阅读（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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AI started working with my hands at a young age. The youngest of five brothers, I took on the role as a “maintenance (维修) man” at an early age for our family’s small grocery store. Often my dad wouldn’t give me a clear idea of how something shouldbe done, so I just had to figure it out by researching or through trial and error.Fast forward to 2016 and those problem-solving skills would become the focus of Tippecanoe High School’s Homebuilding class. I knew I wanted to teach the students skills that went beyond just being able to hammer nails or cut pieces of two-by-fours. The problem was that we didn’t have the resources at the time to do much else. The idea of attracting some type of funding seemed very important. Designing, building and selling a tiny house on wheels seemed like the perfect project to accomplishthe task. I reached out to a number of local businesses and most of them responded with the greatest support for what x k w we were doing.This year we added a new element to the program. Through one of our partners, we were able to connect with the nonprofit Veteran’s Ananda Incorporated. Students in the Homebuilding class are leading the design and production of micro houses to be donated to this organization. The new partnership gives the students another focus to consider when designing and building the houses.There has been no shortage of students since our first year. Three years ago we had 41 students, the next 191, and this year it was limited to just over 160 students so we could have a safe and manageable classroom environment. The number of girls taking the class has risen steadily over the last few years as well. This class offers something for everyone and the skills are universal.1. How can we describe the young author?A. He opened a small grocery store.B. He did a lot of research in the lab.C. He enjoyed doing hands-on activities.D. He learnt about maintenance from his father.2. What do the underlined words “the task” in paragraph 2 refer to?A. Getting some financial support.B. Selling a tiny house on wheels.C. Reaching out to many local businesses.D. Offering the students some problem-solving skills.3. What can be inferred about the Homebuilding class from the last paragraph?A. Its size needs increasing.B. Itis popular with the students.C. It has caused some safety concerns.D. Its classroom environment is hard to manage.BIn Japan many workers for large corporations have a guarantee of lifetime employment. They will not be laid off during recessions or when the tasks they perform are taken over by robots. To some observers, this is capitalism at its best, because workers are treated as people not things. Others see it as necessarily inefficient and believe it cannot continue if Japan is to remain competitive with foreign corporations more concerned about profits and less concerned about people.Defenders of the system argue that those who call it inefficient do not understand how it really works. In the first place not every Japanese worker has the guarantee of a lifetime job. The lifetime employment system includes only “regular employees.” Many employees do not fall into this category, including all women. All businesses have many part time and temporary employees. These workers are hired and laid off during the course of the business cycle just as employees in the United States are. These “irregular workers” make up about 10 percent of the nonagricultural work force. Additionally, Japanese firms maintain some flexibility through the extensive use of subcontractors. This practice is much more common in Japan than in the United States.The use of both subcontractors and temporary workers has increased markedly in Japan since the 1974-1975 recession. All this leads some people to argue that the Japanese system really is not all that different from the American system. During recessions Japanese corporations lay off temporary workers and give less business to subcontractors. In the United States, corporations lay off those workers with the least working experience. The difference then is probably less than the term “lifetime employment” suggests, but there still is a difference. And this difference cannot be understood without looking at the values of Japanese society. The relationship between employer and employee cannot be explained in purely contractual terms. Firms hold on to the employees and that employees stay with one firm. There are also practical reasons for not jumping from job to job. Most retirement benefits come from the employer. Changing jobs means losing these benefits. Also, teamwork is an essential part of Japanese production. Moving to a new firm means adapting to a different team and at least temporarily, lowerproductivity and lower pay.4. According to the passage, a woman in Japan _________.A. cannot get a lifetime jobB. is impossible to get a part time jobC. will be employed for lifeD. is among the regular workers5. Which of the following is NOT the reason why Japanese workers stay with one firm?A. They don’t want to lose their retirement benefits.B. They are not adaptable people.C. Any change of jobs will make them less paid.D. They get used to the teamwork.6. It can be inferred from the passage that _________.A. those who want to change jobs frequently in Japan should think twiceB. those who are first laid off by American corporations are temporary workersC. the use of subcontractors makes Japanese firms less flexibleD. the Japanese system is totally different from the American system7. What does the passage mainly discuss?A. The extremely hard situation during recessions.B. The extensive use of subcontractors in Japan.C. The characteristics of corporations in the United States.D. The features of lifetime employment in Japan.CSome of my earliest memories involve sitting with my dad in his study every evening when he came home from the office. I’d watch as he put his personal items away: his watch, wallet, comb and car keys would always occupy the same spot on the table every time.Dad’s comb was bought when he married Mum. Every evening, he would smile, hand me the comb and say: “Be a good girl and help Daddy clean it, OK?” I was more than happy to do it. This seems amundanetask, but it brought me such joy at that time. I would excitedly turn the tap on, then brush the comb with a used toothbrush as hard as I could. Satisfied that I’d done a good job, I would proudly return the comb to Dad. He would smile at me, and place the comb on top of his wallet.About two years later, Dad started his own business. I started primary school. That was when things started to change. Dad’s business wasn’t doing so well, and he didn’t come home as much as he used to. Over the years, I stopped waiting for him to come home.Today, I’ve graduated from college and Dad’s business are better now. Yet the uncomfortable silence betweenDad and me continued. Two days before my birthday last year, Dad came home early and said to me, “Hey, would you like to help me clean my comb?” I looked at him a while, then took the comb and headed to the sink. It’s a new comb. I hadn’t noticed that he’d changed it. I brushed the comb, and it hit me then: why, as a child, helping my dad clean his comb was such a joy.I passed the clean comb back to Dad. This time, I noticed my day has aged. But his smile is still as heartwarming as before. Dad carefully places his comb on top of his wallet. After so many years, I guess some things never change. And for that, I’m glad.8. As a child, the author helped her dad clean his comb happily because ________.A. she was good at cleaning the combB. she thought that she should do that as a good girlC. her dad was home early to spend the evening with herD. the comb was important for her father and her mother9. Which of the following words can best replace the underlined wordmundanein paragraph two?A. importantB. excitingC. unnecessaryD. uninteresting10. When the author said, “It’s a new comb. I hadn’t noticed that he’d changed it.”, she felt ________.A. disappointedB. impatientC. tiredD. sorry11. What’s the best title of the passage?A. Evenings With Dad.B. How to Clean the Comb.C. My Memory with My Dad.D. I Love My Family Members.DSport is not only physically challenging, but can also be mentally challenging. Criticism from coaches, parents and other teammates, as well as pressure to win can create too much anxiety or stress for young athletes. Stress canbe physical, emotional, or psychological and research has indicated that it can lead to burnout. Burnout has been described as dropping or quitting of an activity that was at one time enjoyable.The early years of development are critical years for learning about oneself. The sport setting is one where valuable experiences can take place. Young athletes can, for example, learn how to cooperate with others, make friends, and gain other social skills that will be used throughout their lives. Coaches and parents should be aware, at all times, that their feedback to youngsters can greatly affect their children. Youngsters may take their parentsand coaches’ criticisms to heart and find faults in themselves.Coaches and parents should also pay attention that youth sport participation does not become work for children. The outcome of the game should not be more important than the process of learning the sport and other life lessons. In today’s youth sport setting young athletes may be worrying more about who will win instead of enjoying themselves and the sport. Following a game many parents and coaches focus on the outcome and find faults with youngsters’ performances. Positive support should be provided regardless of the outcome. Research indicates that positive support motivates and has a greater effect on learning than criticism. Again, criticism can create high levels of stress, which can lead to burnout.12. An effective way to prevent the burnout of young athletes is_____________.A. to make sport less competitiveB. to increase their sense of successC. to reduce their mental stressD. to make sport more challenging13. According to the passage, sport is positive for young people in that_____________.A. it can help them learn more about societyB. it enables them to find faults in themselvesC. it can provide them with valuable experiencesD. it teaches them how to set realistic goals for themselves14. Many coaches and parents are in the habit of criticizing young athletes_____________.A. believing that criticism does good to their early developmentB. without realizing criticism may destroy their self­confidenceC. in order to make them remember life’s lessonsD. so as to put more pressure on them15. According to the passage parents and coaches should_____________.A. pay more attention to letting children enjoy sportB. help children to win every gameC. train children to cope with stressD. enable children to understand the positive aspect of sport第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

清远市一中实验学校2015—2016学年度第一学期期中考试试卷高一年级英语科说明： 1.本试卷共7页，满分为150分，答题时间为120分钟。

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AThe famous American gorilla(大猩猩) expert Diane Fossey had a completely new way to study gorillas — she pretended to be one of them. She copied their actions and way of life — eating plants and getting down on her hands and knees to walk the way a gorilla does. It was a new relationship.Diane Fossey was murdered in Rwanda in 1985 and her story was made into the popular film Gorillas in the Mist. It was a long way from King Kong, which is about a gorilla as a monster (a frightening animal), and helped to show a new idea: the real monster is man, while the gorilla is to be admired.Today there are thought to be around 48,000 lowland gorillas and maybe 400—450 mountain gorillas in the wild. From the Congo in West Africa, to Rwanda and Uganda further east, they are endangered by hunting and by the cutting down of their forest homes.Some time ago, I found in my letterbox a little magazine from the World Wide Fund for Nature. It had two photos side by side. One was of a young gorilla. “This is a species of mammal(哺乳类动物),” said the words below it. “It is being destroyed by man. We must save it for our own good.” The other photo showed a human baby. The words also read, “This is a species of mammal,” but then went on: “It is the most destructive(破坏性的) on earth. We must retrain it for its own go od.”1. The text mainly talks about _____.A. Diane FosseyB. the gorillas in RwandaC. the protection of the gorillasD. the film Gorillas in the Mist2. We can learn from the text that _____.A. Gorillas in the mist was bas ed Fossey’s experiencesB. Lowland gorillas live longer than mountain gorillasC. King Kong showed us that a gorilla is admirableD. Diane Fossey was murdered by a gorilla3. What message can we get from the two photos in the magazine?A. Gorillas are man’s close friends.B. Both man and the gorilla need to be saved.C. Young gorillas are as lovely as human babies.D. Man should live peacefully with the gorilla.BBoiler rooms are often dirty and steamy, but this one is clean and cool. Fox Point is a very new 47-unit living building in South Bronx, one of the city’s poorest areas. Two-thirds of the people living there are formerly (以前) homeless people, whose rent is paid by the government. The rest are low-income families. The boiler room has special equipment, which produces energy for electricity and heat. It reuses heat that would otherwise be lost to the air, reducing carbon emissions(碳排放)while also cutting costs.Fox Point is operated by Palladia, a group that specializes in providing housing and services to needy people. Palladia received support from Enterprise Community Partners (ECP), which helps build affordable housing by providing support to housing developers.ECP has created national standards for healthy, environmentally (环境方面) clever and affordable homes which are called, the Green Communities Standards. These standards include water keeping, energy saving and the use of environmentally friendly building materials. Meeting the standards increases housing construction costs by 2%, which is rapidly paid back by lower running costs. Even the positioning of a window to get most daylight can help save energy.Michael Bloomberg, New York's mayor, plans to create 165,000 affordable housing units for 500,000 New Yo rkers. Almost 80% of New York City’s greenhouse-gas emissions come from buildings, and 40% of those are caused by housing. So he recently announced that the city’s Department of Housing and Preservation and Development (DHPD) , whose duty is to develop and keep the city’s supply of affordable housing, will require all its new projects to follow ECP’s green standards.Similar measures have been taken by other cities such as Cleveland and Denver, but New York’s DHPD is the largest city developer of afford able housing in the country.4.What is the purpose of describing the boiler room in the first paragraph?A. To explain the measures the city takes to care for poor people.B. To suggest that affordable housing is possible in all areas.C. To show how the environment-friendly building works.D. To compare old and new boiler rooms.5.What is an advantage of the buildings meeting the Green Communities Standards?A. Lower running costs.B. Costing less in construction.C. Less air to be lost in hot days .D. Better prices for homeless people.6.It can be learned from the text that_______________.A. New York City is seriously pollutedB. people’s daily life causes many carbon emissions in New York CityC. a great number of people in New York City don't have houses to live inD. some other cities have developed more affordable housing than New York City7.What is the main purpose of this text?A. To call on people to pay more attention to housing problems.B. To prove that some standards are needed for affordable housing.C. To ask society to help homeless people and low-income families.D. To introduce healthy, environmentally clever-and affordable housing.CI grew up in a house where the TV was seldom turned on and with one wall in my bedroom entirely lined with bookshelves, most of my childhood was spent on books I could get hold of. In fact, I grew up thinking of reading as natural as breathing and books unbelievably powerful in shaping perspectives (观点) by creating worlds we could step into, take part in and live in.With this unshakable belief, I, at fourteen, decided to become a writer. Here too, reading became useful. Every writer starts off knowing that he has something to say, but being unable to find the right ways to say it. He has to find his own voice by reading widely and discovering which parts of the writers he agrees or disagrees with, or agrees with so strongly that it reshapes his own world. He cannot write without loving to read, because only through reading oth er people’s writing can one discover what works, what doesn’t and, in the end, together with lots of practice, what voice he has.Now I am in college, and have come to realize how important it is to read fiction (文学作品)．As a law student, my reading is in fact limited to subject matter—the volume (量) of what I have to read for classes every week means there is little time to read anything else. Such reading made it all the clearer to me that I live in a very small part in this great place called life. Reading fiction reminds me that there is life beyond my own. It allows me to travel across the high seas and along the Silk Road, all from the comfort of my own armchair, to experience, though secondhand, exciting experiences that I wouldn't necessarily be able to have in my lifetime.8.What can be inferred about the author as a child?A. He never watched TV.B. He read what he had to.C. He found reading unbelievable.D. He considered reading part of his life.9.The underlined word "voice" in the second paragraph most probably means “”.A. an ideaB. a sound qualityC. a way of writingD. a world to write about10.What effect does reading have on the author?A. It helps him to realize his dream.B. It opens up a wider world for him.C. It makes his college life more interesting .D. It increases his interest in worldwide travel.11.Which of the following can be the best title of this text?A. Why do I read?B. How do I read?C. What do I read?D. When do I read?DFor hundreds of years, artists have used cartoons to criticize bad rulers orlandowners. As early as the 19 th century, people produced and read books of drawings. In many ways, they were similar to modern comics（漫画）. They contained stories of naughty children and playful animals. The owl and the elephant were usually wise animals, ready to give advice. The lion and tiger were brave. The fox and wolf were cunning, greedy and dangerous.A century ago, an American newspaper published the first-color comic strip. It was so popular that sales of the newspaper, Morning Journal, increased quickly. Since then, newspapers throughout the world have included comic strips.In modern time, comics are popular in China, Japan, the USA and almost everywhere. Not even video games or CD-ROMs have reduced their popularity. Names such as Snoopy, Woodstock and Garfield are well known in dozens of countries. The Peanuts comic strip appears in over 2,000 newspapers and in more than 25 languages.Perhaps one day, you may like to create your own comic strip and become a millionaire. First, you must think of a good plot. It should be funny, exciting or interesting in some way. It should have plenty of action. Moreover, the language must be realistic and simple. The words should suit the characters in your story.Furthermore, the characters in your story must be clear to readers. They should be obviously good or bad. In many comic strips—especially those showing crime of adventure—there should also be a hero or heroine. This will attract the reader to keep on reading the story.12. Which of the following is NOT the name of a cartoon character?A. SnoopyB. GarfieldC. PeanutsD. Woodstock13. We can know from the first paragraph that rulers ________.A. asked the artists to draw cartoonsB. probably did not like cartoons about them.C. often drew cartoons many years ago.D. used cartoons to give people advice.14. According to the passage, what makes a popular and successful comic strip?A. Good plotB. suitable languageC. clear charactersD. All of above15. The underlined word “plot” is similar in meaning to ______.A. placesB. storiesC. eventsD. Characters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。