1、四川省资阳市雁江区中和中学2020-2021学年高一英语下学期期中试题第一部分 听力 （共两节，满分30分）第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Teacher and student. B. Colleagues. C. Classmates.2. Where are the speakers
2、going to travel?A. New York. B. Paris. C. Tokyo. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. How to deal with stress. B. Where to apply for jobs. C. When to go shopping.4. What does the man suggest the woman do?A. Go to another gym. B. Learn about the rules. C. Use easier devices first. 5. What
3、 time is it now?A. 1:30 pm. B. 2:00 pm. C. 4:00 pm. 第二节听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。6. Why doesnt James clean his room today?A. He doesnt feel well. B. He finds it unnecessary. C. He is busy
4、with his homework. 7. What does James think of the womans proposal?A. Disappointing. B. Great. C. Strange.听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。8. For what did the boy wear a plastic bag?A. He couldnt afford a sport shirt. B. He wanted to draw attention. C. He had no clothes to wear. 9. Where did the woman watch the
5、video?A. In a friends cellphone. B. On television. C. On a website. 听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。10. How did the man get the Peking opera tickets?A. From his friend. B. From his father. C. From the Internet.11. How does Wendy find the play?A. Interesting. B. Difficult. C. Boring. 12. When will the play beg
6、in?A. At 6:00 pm. B. At 7:00 pm. C. At 8:00 pm.听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。13. What did Linda do when she was young?A. She collected lots of artworks. B. She always met famous artists. C. She often visited a museum. 14. Why did Lindas mother take her to work that day?A. To please her. B. To look after her
7、. C. To arouse her interest in art.15. What can be seen in Lawrence Alma-Tademas work?A. An animal kingdom. B. Little girls with flowers. C. An urban landscape. 16. What is Linda?A. An artist. B. A worker. C. A writer. 听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。17. What can the participants do in the program?A. Watch tw
8、o movies. B. Meet some astronauts. C. Try astronaut training exercises. 18. How much does the third participant in a group need to pay?A. $19.9. B. $ 99. C. $199. 19. What is a requirement for going to the center?A. Traveling in a group of three. B. Being at least 7 years old. C. Leaving before 3:00
9、 pm. 20. Why does the speaker give this talk?A. To advertise a program. B. To share some good news. C. To tell the history of a center. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）ASan Francisco is a great city. Below are some introductions for educational activities and programs in San Francisco for
10、 this summer.The San Francisco School : Summer ProgramsThere are summer camps for the children from pre-kindergarten to middle school at the San Francisco School. With programs such as Fearless Writing, “A Green World” and “Re-Making Clothing”, the San Francisco School becomes a great place for chil
11、dren to learn and have fun in the summer.Registration starts in the spring. Call 415 -749 - 4550 to know more.San Francisco Art Institute: Community EducationFrom children to elders，all people are welcome to sign up(报名）for all sorts of art classes all year round， such as Adult Continuing Education,
12、Pre-college Programs and A Young Artist . Check online for schedules，class types, age groups and more or call 415-749 - 4500.San Francisco University High School: Summer ProgramsThis is a three-summer commitment(承诺）and a great program preparing kids for college. It provides language and art classes
13、in the morning and social studies such as sports and history in the afternoon. There are also fun activities such as a field day，a party night,a talent show,etc. 30 to 35 tenth-grade children are chosen each summer，so you have to fill out a form. Call 415-749 -4558 to know more.Rudolf Steiner Univer
14、sity College: Summer ProgramsRudolf Steiner University College has summer programs for those who want to take courses such as teaching courses to grade 1 to 8. Registration is at the beginning of April. Call 415 -749- 4560 for more about it.These activities and programs are usually popular ,and if y
15、ou are interested,get up and join us!21. What can we know about San Francisco Art Institute?A. Time for registration is only in summer.B. Kids can sign up for art classes in any season.C. The school provides writing lessons for children.D. Pre-kindergarten kids should sign up for classes in spring.2
16、2. Which school offers its timetable on the website?A.Rudolf Steiner University CollegeB. The San Francisco SchoolC. San Francisco Art InstituteD.San Francisco University High School23. If you want to know more about a talent show, you can call _.A.415-749 4550 B.415-749 -4500 C. 415-749-4558 D.415-
17、749 -4560BEvery year, millions of people head to Londons Trafalgar Square to see Nelsons Column, and the four lion statues that “guard it. And last month, during the London Design Festival, a bright red lion sculpture(雕像) was added to the collection.But this was more than just a statue: It had a lar
18、ge open mouth, with an LED screen inside it. At the same time, passersby could type in words on a screen close to the lion, which were used to produce an AI-created poem. The most interesting part of the poems lies in their randomness, as the words that people choose to enter include many things, su
19、ch as the time, the weather and their mood. In the daytime,the finished poem appeared on the LED screen, but at night, it was projected(投射) onto the lions body and the famous Nelsons Column, in a lovely light display.Es Devlin, the sculptures creator, was inspired(赋予灵感) by the history behind the fou
20、r historic lion statues. Sir Edwin Landseer, the designer of the lions, wanted them to look much more lifelike, but Queen Victoria refused his plan. This made Devlin wonder, What if we could give a lion a poetic voice? According to Devlin, although England has seen many poems about national identity
21、 in recent years, these works have been lacking imagination. I wanted to make a piece that was poetic, he told BBC News.After standing for almost 180 years, the purpose of Trafalgar Square has changed over the years. But thanks to the high-tech lion and its poetry, the square will stand the test of
22、time.24. Why was the red lion more than just a statue? A. It had an LED screen inside it.B. It had a larger mouth than the others.C. It could produce an AI-created poem.D. Poems were projected onto the lions body.25. Which of the following best explains randomness”underlined in Paragraph 2?A. Lackin
23、g styles. B. Not having regular patterns.C. Being special. D. Attracting passersby.26. What does Devlin think of poems about national identity in England in recent years?A. They are creative. B. They are not popular.C. They are not imaginative. D. They are poetic and collective. 27. What can be a su
24、itable title for the text? A. Nelsons Column B. The London Design FestivalC. The history of lion statues D. The red lion in Trafalgar SquareCIt is interesting to see that the force of only 6 or 7 people pushing in the same direction can cause up to1,000 pounds of forceenough to break brick walls.Dur
25、ing a fatal stampede(蜂拥)，people can even die standing up. People die when pressure is put to their bodies in a front to back direction , causing them not to be able to breathe.If you are in a crowd, the first and most important thing is to make yourself familiar with your surroundings and find diffe
26、rent exits. No matter where you are，make sure you always know how to get out.Make yourself aware of the type of the ground you are standing on,and know that in a crowd of moving people wet ground can cause you to fall.When in danger,a few seconds can make a difference，giving you the possibility of m
27、aking use of your escape route. Always stay closer to the escape route. If you find yourself in the middle of a moving crowd，do not fight against the pressure and do not stand still or sit down，because you can easily get trampled(踩伤)Instead , move in the same direction of the crowd; make use of any
28、space that may open up to move sideways to the crowd movement where the flow is weaker.Keep your hands up by your chest, like a boxer it gives you movement and protects your chest. If you fall, get up quickly. If you cant get up because you are injured, get someone to pull you up. If you have kids，l
29、ift them up. If you fall and cannot get up, keep moving in the same direction of the crowd,or if that is not possible, then cover your head with your arms; do not lie on your stomach or back.28. Why may people in a stampede die standing up?A. They cant breathe freely.B. They push in the same directi
30、on.C. They are not able to get up.D. They arent familiar with the surroundings.29. What does the underlined word fatal mean in the first paragraph?A. Harmful. B.Shocking. C. Deadly. D.Hateful.30. What should we do to make a difference when in danger?A.Fight against the pressure. B. Stand still where
31、 you are.C. Sit down covering your chest. D. Move along the escape route.31. What does the writer mainly want to tell us in the passage?A. How to stay far away from a crowd. B.What to do when you are in a crowd.C. Where to go when you are in danger. D.How to get along with a big crowd.DSuperheroes f
32、irst caught our attention in the 1930s when Superman and Batman appeared in American comic books, and weve been crazy about them ever since. But have you ever stopped to think whether the superman rally exists( 存在)? Wim discovered his super power one day after saving a man from a frozen lake. Since
33、then, hes puzzled scientists with his super ability to bear the freezing temperatures.Using breathing skills and a strong mental focus, hes learned to control his body temperature. For his 2011 Guinness World Record he stayed in ice for nearly two hours. Hes also climbed toMount Everest in just his
34、shorts and run a desert marathon(马拉松赛跑) without a drop of water.In the real world, there re some blind people who can use echo-location skills to see the world around them, just like bats. By making noises with their mouths or by snapping their fingers, they can interpret(领会) the sound waves made ba
35、ck by nearby objects. Daniel, who lost his sight because of cancer as a baby, has taught himself the skills and shared his knowledge with hundreds of blind people worldwide.This has enabled them to run, hike, play football and go skateboarding, etc.Dean can run forever. He regularly pushes his mind
36、and body to the limits - running non-stop without sleep for 350 miles or completing 50 marathons in 50 days. Hes also run 135 miles non-stop across Death Valleyaround 49 and to the South Pole ,where temperatures fell to - 40.Alain is one of the best rock climbers worldwide. Some of his tallest climb
37、s include the Sydney Tower and the Eiffel Tower. Unbelievably strong both mentally and physically, Alain is famous for his free solo climbing, climbing tall buildings without ropes -just with his arms, legs and a bag of chalks.Some of the above people are self-taught and have gained their skills wit
38、h years of training. Others are born with unusual physical characters ,leaving scientists confused.One thing is for sure-the superman certainly exists.32. What can Wim do according to Paragaph2 ?A. Stand the very low temperatures. B. Focus his thoughts on a frozen lake.C. Change his body temperature
39、. D. Stay in ice for nearly a whole day.33. With Daniels skills, the blind can_.A. understand what others are thinkingB. make less noises than othersC. live a happier life than beforeD. communicate with other blind people34. Which of the following people can be described as the Spider-Man ?A. Daniel
40、 B. Alain C. Wim D. Dean35. Whats the purpose of this passage?A. To make us respect people with power.B. To introduce supermen in the real world.C. To convince readers of humans super power.D. To guide us how to discover our own super power.第二节 （共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多
41、余选项。How to Learn English WellAll English learners want to improve their English, but as you know, it can be difficult! For you to learn, you need to work on all areas. The four main areas for you to focus on are: Rending, Writing,Speaking, and Listening. 36 SpeakingThis is the best way to learn Engl
42、ish! There is nothing better than conversation to help you improve.37 Also, get into the habit of thinking in English and dont translate from your own language into English, which will slow you down. Its fun to sing in English, so learn some English songs and sing your heart out!Listening38 Like spe
43、aking, its better for you to be in a totally English- speaking environment. Its also good to watch TV shows, or movies in English. The news can be difficult to learn from for beginners, but the more you listen the more youll pick up.ReadingReading English is something you can do to help you learn on
44、 your own, outside of the classroom. Have a dictionary with you to look up new words and then write them down in a notebook.39 Newspapers are good for higher-level students, while lower-level students can try reading childrens stories or books which have been especially written for English learners
45、. The Internet is full of stuff you can read and learn from. WritingTry keeping a diary. Start with small sentences and make them longer. 40 Try to make friends online, visit chat rooms, or post comments( 评论) on blogs. These are all useful tools for you.A. The four abilities are very important.B. He
46、re are some ways to help you learn.C. Meanwhile, write or read some newspapers.D. Again, the Internet is indeed a great way to help.E. This really is a skill that needs to be worked on every day.F. Using these new words in conversation is a great way to learn.G. The quickest way to learn English is
47、to be surrounded with English speakers.第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节 （共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。For Aaron White, his efforts to build a long-lasting connection with his daughter began well before her birth. At her 13 weeks he would speak to his wifes womb (子宫)，and h
48、e knew that she could 41 him. Aaron White thought that was where the 42 began.White himself grew up without a dad, which 43 affected him. But it did not 44 him from dreaming of becoming a 45 one day. His daughter,is now 3 years old.I 46 to be present, he said. When Im home, my time belongs to my 47
49、. My daughter very rarely sees me with the TV or a device that would take me away from her. Eye contact( 目光接触) is 48.”White said that he first had to do the hard work of 49 his own father.“Forgiving my father allowed me not to live with any burdens, he said. But, it took50.I had to recognize that I
50、was 51 ,”White said. From there, I realized: Wait, I get the 52to change this. I realized I could change the course of where my family goes.White believes that his daughters 53 grows daily as she receives his love and54 .It builds self-esteem (自尊) by her knowing that my time and 55 are all hers, Whi
51、te said. When she walks into the room and says, Daddy,look what Im 56 !I can respond with so much 57 like,Wow! You look beautiful! ”White believes its the small things that 58 .He also shared a message with all dads out there. Fathers, just be_59 White said. When youre present, youll get a chance to
52、 60Your child and see what your child needs. ”41. A.hear B. hug C. teach D. find42. A. gap B.friendship C. connection D. quarrel43. A. quickly B. deeply C. simply D. lightly44. A.save B.excuse C. free D. prevent45. A. lecturer B. father C. teacher D. doctor46. A. happen B. pretend C. choose D. agree
53、47.A. family B. friends C. classmates D. colleagues48. A. dangerous B. impossible C. difficult D. important49.A. visiting B. respecting C. forgiving D. forgetting50. A. energy B. risk C. time D. money51. A. pleased B. hurt C. moved D. annoyed52. A. opportunity B. interest C. patience D. need53. A. f
54、reedom B. failure C. beauty D. confidence54. A. encouragement B. introduction C. disappointment D. judgment55. A. knowledge B. attention C. memory D. explanation56. A. bringing B. eating C. wearing D. thinking57. A. excitement B. sadness C. embarrassment D. anxiety58. A. make for B. add up C. make u
55、p D. take off59. A. kind B. thankful C. present D. careful60. A. train B. comfort C. control D. observe 第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Chinese kung fu is a 61 ( tradition) Chinese culture. It is probably one of the 62 ( early) sports that use both strength and brain.The the
56、ory of kung fu is based 63 classical Chinese philosophy. Over its long history it has developed as a unique combination of exercise,practical self-defense, self-discipline, and art. It can date back to ancient times 64 people used sticks tofight against wild animals and they gradually 65 ( gain) exp
57、erience in self-defense.Chinese kung fu is a large system of theory and practice, 66 ( combine) techniques of self-defence and health-keeping.In sports like track and field and boxing,an athlete 67 ( usual) has to retire from full participation(参与) in his 30s. That is because injuries suffered durin
58、g years of active sport participation at a young age affect his ability 68 ( continue) exercising in later life. In Chinese kungfu. however, a difference 69 ( make ) between “external and internal kung fu. Its said that in external kung fu, you exercise your muscles, bones and skin 70 in internal ku
59、ng fu, you train your spirit, qi and mind. So the external body weakens later in life, but on the contrary, internal kung fu continues.第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分）第一节 短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）注意：1每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；2只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。Chaplin made people to laugh at a time when they felt depressed, but they coul
60、d feel more content with their lives. He was popular to people all over the world for his particular form of humor acting. The little actor became known throughout the world. He played the main character which was poor and homeless ,wore large trousers, worn-out shoes and a small round black hat, an
61、d carries a walking stick.The character was a social failure, but he won the love of his audience for his determinations to be kind to others and overcome difficulties. In his film The Gold Rush, Chaplin successful made a sad situation entertaining by eating a boiled shoe.As everlasting humor master
62、, Charlie Chaplin will always be remembering by us.第二节 书面表达（满分25分）假定你是李华，你校将举办音乐节。请写封邮件邀请你的英国朋友Allen参加，内容包括:1.时间; 2.活动安排; 3.欢迎他表演节目。注意: 1.词数100左右; 2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。高2020级第二学期半期考试题答案听力：15 CBBCA 610 ABACA 1115 ABCBB 1620 CCBBA阅读： 21-23 BCC 24-26 CBCD 28-31 ACDB 32-35 ACBB 七选五：36-40 BGEFD完形填空：41-45 ACBDB 46-50 CADCC 51-55 BADAB 56-60 CABCD语法填空：61.traditional 62.earliest 63.on/upon 64.when 65.gained bining 67.usually 68.to continue 69.is made 70.while 短文改错：书面表达：