1、江苏省房山高级中学2020-2021学年高一年级上学期期末英语模拟试卷第一部分：阅读能力一、阅读理解（每题2分共24分）AHow long could we live in the future?Late last year, US researchers at the Buck Institute of Age Research gave a very exciting answer: 500 years.Think about it.If that had been the case many years ago, a person could have lived from the Mi
2、ng Dynasty until now.But that idea was challenged by scientists at a recent medical conference in the UK, The Times reported.Speaking at the conference, British neurobiologist (神经生物学家) Sir Colin Blakemore, 70, claimed there is a limit on how long humans can live, and how much the body can age.Instea
3、d of 500 years, 120 years “might be a real absolute limit to human lifespan (寿命)”， he said.His estimate was based on current statistics (数据) and a look at medical effects.The number of people living past 100 in the world has increased by 71 percent in the past decade, the Daily Mail reported.Blakemo
4、re agreed that this figure would continue to rise.But people living for longer than 120 years is “so rarely exceeded (超过)” that, even with medical and technological progress, it is unlikely that we can expect more than that, he said.His claims contradict (与矛盾) those made previously by researchers at
5、 the Buck Institute of Age Research in California.In 2013, they changed two genetic (基因的) pathways in a tiny worm, and the creature lived life five times as long as a normal one. If that technology could one day be used on human beings, it could extend (延长) human lives to 500 years, the Daily Mail r
6、eported. But no matter which number is the ceiling (上限) for our lifespans, 120 or 500 years, it would take years for scientists to make that true for most people. On Oct.21, the Gerontological Society of China published a report on centenarians (百岁老人) in China.There are 58，789 people above the age o
7、f 100 now in our country, with the oldest being 128 years old. And by looking at these peoples lifestyles, the society worked out a recipe (秘诀) for a long life: outdoor activities, more communication with others, and a healthy diet containing lots of fruit, vegetables, and lowfat food.So how long do
8、 you think you could live? If you play your part, your answer could be a satisfying one.1Which of the following statements does Sir Colin Blakemore agree with?AIts impossible for humans to live past 120 years.BIts possible to expand humans lives to 500 years.CMore people are expected to live past 10
9、0 years.DChinese people live the healthiest way of life.2The following sentence “We dont have to completely rely on scientific breakthroughs to live a longer life, however.” can be placed in ABCD3According to the passage, people may not live longer if they Atake part in outdoor activitiesBtake in hi
10、ghfat foodCdevelop a healthy lifestyleDtalk with others more4What might be the best title of this passage?AFuture lives “shortened”B500 years, not a dreamC120 years, the limit ceilingDFuture lives “extended”BIf you think you have two left feet but would love to be a good dancer then why not try your
11、 hand at dancing?Thats exactly what I did five years ago and I immediately fell in love with dancing.To me, dancing is a magical experience: Ive become fitter, look younger and feel more confident.I enjoy it so much that I will never give up this healthy pastime.Its very sociable as well.You meet pe
12、ople and make new friends while dancing the night away.Havent you heard stories about how dancing inspired new romances or rekindled (重燃) old ones? My friends Joe and Rena just had their big day a few weeks ago after they met each other at a Ceroc workshop some three years before.The word “Ceroc” co
13、mes from the French language.Without the complicated footwork, it is easier to pick up by beginners.Another good thing about Ceroc is that while it is a partner dance, you dont have to bring a dancing partner.Other popular styles of dancing in the UK include ballroom, belly dancing, lindy hop, salsa
14、, tango and tap dancing, just to name a few.No matter what types of dancing you do, one thing is for sure: you will become fitter.For office workers like me, dancing is good cardio exercise after a long day sitting in front of the computer screen.It also strengthens your muscles, improves your coord
15、ination (协调) and increases your physical confidence.Few people will end up being queens of the dance floor.The aim is not to win a competition but to enjoy the interaction (交流)As long as you do the right moves, keep the rhythm and most importantly keep an encouraging smile to your dancing partners,
16、you will always be a winner!5What do we know about the writer?AHe has two left feet and dances with hands.BHe learns magic while dancing.CHe becomes younger after dancing.DHe shows a keen interest in dancing.6The writer mentions his friends big day in order to Asuggest that marriage is good for youn
17、g peopleBshow that dancing can help social relationship学校 班级 姓名 分数Cprove that dancing makes people more beautifulDintroduce two very good dancers to readers7Which of the following is TRUE about Ceroc?AIts a dance organization.BIts a dance starting from France.CIts a dance suitable for beginners.DIts
18、 a popular ballroom dance.8What is the main purpose of this passage?ATo introduce some types of dance to the readers.BTo prove the benefits of dancing to the readers.CTo indicate the importance of dancing in social relationship.DTo show the connection between dancing and health.COnce there was an 11
19、yearold boy who went fishing with his father in the middle of the Finger Lake.On the day before salmon (鲑鱼) season opened, they were fishing early in the evening, catching other fish with worms.Then the boy tied on a small silver lure (鱼饵) and put it into the lake.Suddenly he felt that something ver
20、y big pulling on the lure.His father watched with admiration as the boy skillfully brought the fish beside the bank.Finally he lifted the tired fish from the water.It was the largest one he had ever seen, but it was a salmon.The boy and his father looked at the big fish.The father lit a match and lo
21、oked at his watch.It was 10 pm. two hours before the season opened.He looked at the fish, then at the boy.“Youll have to put it back, son.” he said.“Dad！” cried the boy, “There will be other fish，” said his father.“Not as big as this one，” cried the boy.He looked around the lake.No other fishermen o
22、r boats were in sight in the moonlight.He looked again at his father.Even though no one had seen them, nor could anyone ever know what time he had caught the fish, the boy could tell from his fathers voice that the decision couldnt be changed.He threw the huge salmon into the dark water.The big fish
23、 disappeared.The boy thought that he would never again see such a big fish.That was 34 years ago.Today the boy is a successful architect in New York City.He often takes his own son and daughters to fish at the same place.And he was right.He has never again caught such a large fish as the one he got
24、that night long ago.But he does see that same fish . again and again . every time he has an ethical (伦理的，道德的) decision to make.For, as his father had taught him, ethics are simple matters of right and wrong.It is only the practice of ethics that is difficult.9What happened when the big fish turned o
25、ut to be a salmon?AThe boy and his father discussed what to do with the big fish.BThe boy threw the salmon back into the water willingly.CThe father lit a match in order to check the time.DThey worried other fishermen may discover what they had done.10From the text we know that the father Adidnt lov
26、e his sonBalways disagreed with his sonCdisliked the huge fishDwas firm and principled11The successful architect went fishing with his children at the same place because Athey might catch a big fish thereBhe was taught a moral lesson thereCit was a most popular fishing spotDtheir children enjoyed fi
27、shing there12What does the story imply?AIt is easy to say something, but difficult to do.BAn ethical decision is always easy to make.CIts hard to tell right from wrong sometimes.DFishing can help one to make right decisions.二、阅读七选五（每题2分共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。选项中有两项为多余选项。Taking good notes
28、 is a timesaving skill that will help you to become a better student in several ways. 13 Second, your notes are excellent materials to refer to when you are studying for a test.Third, notetaking offers variety to your study time and helps you to hold your interest.You will want to take notes during
29、classroom discussions and while reading a textbook or doing research for a report. 14 Whenever or however you take notes, keep in mind that notetaking is a selective process. 15 The following methods may work best for you.Read the text quickly to find the main facts and ideas in it.Carefully read th
30、e text and watch for words that can show main points and supporting facts. Write your notes in your own words. 16 Note any questions or ideas you may have about what was said or written.As you take notes, you may want to use your own shorthand (速记)When you do, be sure that you understand your symbol
31、s and that you use them all the time. 17 AUse words, not complete sentences.BThere are three practical notetaking methods.CYou must write your notes on separate paper.DOtherwise, you may not be able to read your notes later.EYou will also want to develop your own method for taking notes.FThat means
32、you must first decide what is important enough to include in your notes.GFirst, the simple act of writing something down makes it easier for you to understand and remember it.三、完形填空(每题1分共15分)We all have to deal with our negative feelings regularly.Its very important not to let negative feelings dire
33、ct our life.Im sure we all sometimes have some internal conversations, where the positive person in our mind says we can do it, _18_ the negative person keeps 学校 班级 姓名 分数telling that we cant.If we dont do anything to _19_ those negative feelings, the negative person in our mind will eventually force
34、 us to act according to our negative feelings.Thats _20_ I try to practice positive selftalk every day.My favourite phrases are: “I can do it.I am the best._21_ can stop me！” By saying these words to myself, I have developed the _22_ to do more things Im afraid to do but necessary for my success.I w
35、as scared of public _23_ before.I remember three years ago I went to a big _24_ which gathered about 500 people.The speech was really _25_ and it made my blood boiled.I wanted to raise my hand to ask a question, but I was _26_ that hundreds of people would look at me and say, “Thats a _27_ question.
36、Why did you even ask？” My heart was beating fast and my hands were _28_.I really wanted to ask a question, which I knew would _29_ me a lot.However my negative feeling kept saying, “Dont ask.Just sit there and watch.Its more _30_ that way.” And to control it, I repeated to myself that I CAN DO IT! A
37、nd at last I _31_ it and it was such a breakthrough in my life!Everyone has the gift to do something different.We must _32_ ourselves.Do selftalk every morning to pump (打气) ourselves up.Every day when we wake up and jump out of our bed, stand straight and raise our arms high, and then repeat several
38、 times with confidence, “I feel happy, I feel healthy and I am the best！” try this exercise in the morning and see how it helps you go through the rest of your days.18A.and Bor Cbut Das19A.control Bavoid Cunderstand Dstudy20A.when Bhow Cwhere Dwhy21A.Nothing BAnything CEverything DSomething22A.skill
39、 Bexperience Cchance Dcourage23A.singing Bspeaking Cperforming Dreading24A.conference Bparty Cexhibition Dshow25A.interesting Bencouraging Clong Dboring26A.frightened Bsure Cangry Dsurprised27A.special Bfunny Cfoolish Dgreat28A.moving Bwaving Cclapping Dshaking29A.bother Bbenefit Ctouch Dhurt30A.pol
40、ite Bfriendly Chelpful Dcomfortable31A.proved Baccepted Cmade Dlost32A.praise Bexcuse Ctrust Dchange第二部分：语言运用能力(每小题1.5分共15分)一阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。These days, more and more Chinese people enjoy sending and receiving messages on the phone, which can help them to get the latest news and comm
41、unicate with friends. But I think I should read more books besides the texts. The more, _33_ better. It can improve my language skills and also can help me to get good grades.Before you start reading, ask _34_ (you) why you are reading this book. Most people read for two main _35_ (reason), pleasure
42、 or knowledge. Clearing about your reading purpose can not only help you choose the books you really need to read, but also remind you why reading the book is of great _36_ (important) to you, so you will decide _37_ (read) and finish the book faster.No matter what you are reading, it is important t
43、o enjoy _38_ you read. Your friends may tell you the books they are interested _39_， but those books might not be the ones you enjoy. Whenever you realize that you arent enjoying the book you are reading, give it up.It is true to read the books that _40_ (borrow) from libraries _41_ (fast) than thos
44、e I buy. The reason is that I dont need to return those books I buy. Having a reading goal _42_ (help) you work out how much reading you need to do in a week or even a day. Before you read each book, you should know what time you need to complete this book by.二、选词填空(每小题2分共16分)take place； behind the
45、scenes； attach great importance to； believe it or not；tend to； make up for； prevent .from .； in response to； 43We didnt know what was about to ,_which made us worried.44It must be stressed that we should environmental protection.45 ，_what I have told you is all true.46The students were able to go to
46、 see how programmes are made.47Her husband bought her a present to _ quarreling with her the day before.48Women, in general, not feel like exercising much.49You should be ready to promote yourself any question you are asked.50Great efforts should be made to the virus spreading.第三部分：写作能力(满分20分)假定你是李华
47、， 你的美国笔友约翰发来电子邮件询问你对即将到来的寒假有何打算。请你给他回一封邮件，介绍你的寒假安排。 内容包括：1学习与锻炼；2春节活动；3社会实践活动。注意：1.词数80左右；2可以适当增加细节， 以使行文连贯；3开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。Dear John， Looking forward to hearing from you. Best wishes.Yours, Li Hua江苏省房山高级中学2020-2021学年高一年级上学期期末英语模拟试卷答案参考范文：Dear_John，Thanks for your email! Now let me tell you my wint
48、er holiday plan.First of all, I am going to review what I have learned to lay a firm basis for the future study.Secondly，I plan to read several good books which I am interested in to enrich my mind.Thirdly，winter vacation is a good time for us to build up our body.I will play basketball with my frie
49、nds and do morning exercise every day.Fourthly, the Spring Festival is a time for families and relatives to get together to have fun.Besides，my classmates and I will go to sunshine nursing home and bring our joy to the elderly who suffer loneliness during the Spring Festival.It must be a good experience.Looking_forward_to_hearing_from_you.Best_wishes.Yours，Li_Hua