1、山西省祁县中学2013-2014学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题注意事项： 本试卷分第一卷（选择题）和第二卷（非选择题）两部分。第一卷听力部分满分30分，不记入总分。第卷第一部分 听力(共两节，满分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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。例:How much is the shirt? A.19.15
2、. B.9.15. C. 9.18. 答案是B。1. Where does this conversation probably take place?AIn a bookstore.B. In a classroom.C. In a library.2.At what time will the film begin?A.7:20 B.7:15 C.7:003. What are the two speakers mainly talking about?A. Their friend Jane.B. A weekend trip.C. A radio programme.4. What w
3、ill the woman probably do?A. Catch a train. B. See the man off. C. Go shopping.5. Why did the woman apologize?A. She made a late delivery.B. She went to the wrong place.C. She couldnt take the cake back.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话前，你将有时间阅读各个小
4、题，每小题5秒钟:听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的做答时间。每段对话读两遍。听第6段材料.回答第6. 7题。6. Whose CD is broken?A.Kathys. B.Mums. C.Jacks.7. What does the boy promise to do for the girl?A.Buy her a new CD.B.Do some cleaning.C.Give her 10 dollars.听第7段材料.回答第8、9题。8. What did the man think of the meal?A. Just so-so.B. Quite satisfactory.C. A
5、 bit disappointing.9. What was the 15% on the bill paid for?A. The food. B. The drinks. C. The service.听第8段材料，回答第I0至12题。10. Why is the man at the shop?A. To order a camera for his wife.B. To have a camera repaired.C. To get a camera changed.11. What colour does the man want?A. Pink. B. Black. C. Ora
6、nge.12. What will the man do afterwards?A. Make a phone call.B. Wait until further notice.C. Come again the next day.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. What would Joe probably do during the Thanksgiving holiday?A. Go to a play. B. Stay at home. C. Visit Kingston. 14. What is Ariel going to do in Toronto?A. Attend
7、 a party. B. Meet her aunt. C. See a car show.I5. Why is Ariel in a hurry to leave?A. To call up Betty. B. To buy some DVDs. C. To pick up Daniel.16. What might be the relationship between the speakers?A. Classmates. B. Fellow workers. C. Guide and tourist.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. Where does Thomas Man
8、ning work?A. In the Guinness Company. B. At a radio station. C. In a museum.18. Where did the idea of a book of records come from?A. A bird-shooting trip.B. A visit to Europe.C. A television talk show.19. When did Sir Hughs first book of recordsA. In 1875. B. In 1950. C. In 1955.20. What are the two
9、 speakers going to talk about next?A. More records of unusual facts.B. The founder of the company.C. The oldest person in the world第二部分 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题3分，满分60分）第一节 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。（共15小题，每小题3分，共45分）A For 52 years my father got up at 5:30 am every morning, went to work,
10、and returned home at 5:30 pm. I never saw my father stayed home from work ill, nor did I ever see my father lay down to take a nap. He had no hobbies, other than taking care of his family. All he asked from me, his daughter, was to help him while he was repairing something, so we could have some tim
11、e to talk. For 22 years, after I left home for college, my father called me at 9:00 am every Sunday. Nine years ago when I bought my first house, my father, 67 years old, spent eight hours a day for three days painting my house. He would not allow me to pay someone to have it done. All he asked for
12、was a glass of iced tea. Five years ago, at age 71, my father spent five hours putting together a swing set for my daughter. On the morning of January 16, 1996, my sister telephoned me; my father was in the hospital with an aneurysm（动脉瘤） in Florida. I got on an airplane immediately, and on the way I
13、 realized that I hadnt communicated with him as much as Id always wanted to. I vowed（发誓） that when I arrived, I would have a long talk with him. I arrived in Florida at 1 am, only to find that my father, at the age of 76, had passed away at 9:12 pm. This time it was he who did not have time to talk,
14、 or time to wait for me. 21. From the first paragraph we can infer that the authors father _. A. was a good driver B. was in good health C. sometimes fell ill D. had no hobbies 22. The underlined phrase other than in the first paragraph can be replaced by _. A. exceptB. including C. withoutD. due to
15、 23. According to the last paragraph, we can know that the authors father was born in _. A. 1916B. 1918 C. 1920D. 1922 24. The author wrote the article in order to _. A. praise her father B. remember her father C. show her father loved her D. let her father be knownB Anyone arriving in Shanghai at n
16、ight from the airport for the first time is immediately attracted by the Oriental Pearl TV Tower（东方明珠电视塔）, which stands out in the evening sky like an amazing space ship landing. Dramatic lighting effects make this unusual structure attractive. This ultra-modern（超现代的）tower combines ancient concepts
17、such as the spherical (球形的)pearls, with 21st century technology, commerce, recreation, educational and conference facilities. In 1995 it began broadcasting nine television channels and 10 FM radio channels. The construction began in 1991 and was completed in 1995. This 468-meter-high (1,536 feet) to
18、wer is the tallest tower in Asia, and the third tallest tower in the world. The viewing area offers a great view of the most recently developed Special Economic Zone of Pudong（浦东经济开发区）. Visitors travel up and down the tower in double-decker elevators that can hold up to fifty people at the rate of s
19、even meters per second. At the base of the tower is Pudong Park, which was designed as a contrast to the massive commercial development of the Special Economic Zone of Pudong. There are wonderful views across the Huang-Pu River from the New Bund(新外滩) to the original.The tower has three observatory l
20、evels. The highest one (Space Module) is at 350m. The lower ones are at 263m (Sightseeing Floor) and at 90m (Space City). There is a revolving(旋转) restaurant at the 267m level. The project also contains exhibition facilities, restaurants and a shopping mall. There is also a 20-room hotel called the
21、Space Hotel between the two big balls. 25.Which one is the best title of the passage? A.Beautiful View from the Oriental Pearl TV Tower B.The Functions of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower C. Special Economic Zone of Pudong D. The Oriental Pearl TV Tower-the Landmark of Shanghai 26. What can we infer from
22、 the passage? A.It took people about 5 years to complete the construction of the tower. B.Visitors can have a cup of coffee and relax themselves in the tower. C.The tallest tower in the world is not higher than1,536 feet. D. Pudong Park faces the tower across the Huang-Pu River. 27. The Sightseeing
23、Floor is _meters from the top of the tower. A. 350 B. 263 C. 105 D. 267 CApril 21st in 2006 was the 80th birthday of Queen Elizabeth . She is one of the most famous women in the world. Here are some interesting stories about the Queen.Queen Elizabeth is the fortieth monarch(君主) since 1066. She has b
24、een the queen of Great Britain for 54 years. During her 54-year reign(统治), she has made over 250 official visit to 129 different countries, including China in 1986. She has also hosted more than 90 formal dinners for those important people from foreign leaders. When she visits foreign countries or h
25、osts formal dinners, the Queen often receives presents from foreign leaders. Some unusual presents include animals like jaguars and sloths from Brazil, and black beavers from Canada.The Queen is a great animal lover and she is known for her love of dogs. So far, the Queen has had more than 30 dogs.
26、She is also really fond of horses and good at feeding horses. Her horses have won major races several times.The Queen usually sends a telegram(电报) of congratulations to her people who are 100 years old on their hundredth birthday. Perhaps she will send herself on in twenty years. Its not impossible,
27、 since all her family members have enjoyed a long life. The Queens mother died in 2002 at the age of 101.28. We can learn from the passage that Queen Elizabeth is years old this year.A.81 B.80 C.100 D.101 29. When did Queen Elizabeth become the queen of Great Britain?A. In 1950 B. In 1952 C. In 1006
28、 D. In 198630. According to the passage, we can guess that jaguars and sloths are two kinds of .A. plants B. animals C. trees D. flowers 31. At the age of 100, any person in Britain may .A. send a telegram to the Queen B. receive a telegram from the QueenC. celebrate his/her birthday D. meet the Que
29、enDNo one can believe that the over 6 300-kilometer long Great Wall might disappear some day.Believe it or not,the Great Wall is being destroyed by people.Less than 20 percent of the Great Wall built in the Ming Dynasty is still perfect,but about 80 percent is in danger.The Great Wall can be called
30、“great” mostly because of its amazing length.But we should realize that the length was made up of one brick at a time.If we do nothing to save the Great Wall,it will become a series of separate wasteland rather than a historic site.The Great Wall is actually a series of walls built and rebuilt by di
31、fferent dynasties over the past 2 000 years.It began in the rule of Chinas first emperor,Qin Shihuang of the Qin Dynasty (221 BC206 BC),and lasted into the Ming Dynasty.The parts built before the Ming Dynasty have nearly disappeared.People are familiar with sections such as Badaling in Beijing and J
32、iayuguan Pass in Gansu because they have been open to tourists for many years.But those sections far away from the public eyes have been almost forgotten.Few local people knew the 3-meter-high walls made of earth and stones beside them are part of the Great Wall.The lack of knowledge is considered a
33、s one of the main reasons behind human.The bricks on the Great Wall are carried off by countryside people to build their houses,sheep corral(畜栏) and pigsties(猪圈).Some were taken away to build roads.Bricks carved with peoples names are put away as remembrance.Rubbish is spread over the battlements(城垛
34、).The bricks can be sold for 15 yuan per tractor load.Those who destroyed and are destroying the Great Wall know its name,but are not clear about its cultural meaning.It will take a long time to let them know this.The local farmers not only carried off the body of the Wall but dug out the entire bas
35、e.It is necessary to protect the Great Wall.First of all,the officials should be aware of theimportance of the Great Wall.Young Chinese should know more about the nations great civilization (文明)and learn to love it.32.The main reason for which the Great Wall can be called“great”is_.A.it was made by
36、brickB.it was very wideC.it was very longD.it had a long history33.Why does the author say the Great Wall might disappear?A.It is useless from now on.B.It will be replaced by a new one.C.Some parts of it are being destroyed.D.Its too old to be used again.34.The underlined part “those sections far aw
37、ay from the public eyes” refers to the parts of the Great Wall_.A.that are too difficult to understandB.nobody can watchC.that are too far to been seenD.that are not well known to the public35.Whats the main reason of the Great Walls being destroyed?A.The local people are short of culture knowledge.
38、B.The local people need bricks and stones to build houses.C.The local people think that the Great Wall is not important.D.The local people are against the government.第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）根据对话内容，从对话后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Be a green kid What does it mean to be green ? “ Green ” is more th
39、an just a color. 36 Every day , people make choices that affect the amount of trash and pollution produced in our world . What can we do ? Heres a four- step guide to be green. Reduce it ！37 For instance ,a shorter shower means you use less water and less fuel since your house uses fuel to run the w
40、ater heater that warms up the water.Reuse it !Sometimes people call our society “a throwaway society ” . That means were a little too willing to throw away old atuff abd buy new stuff. 38 For instance, if your little brother outgrows his coat , why not give it to another family who has a little kid?
41、Recycle it!Recycling has never been easier. 39 Tell your mom and dad you want to become “Chief of Recycling ” for your household .That means youll organize the recyclable items in bins. Remember to put them outside the door on recycling day , and remind others which items can be revyvled.Enjoy it!It
42、s true that trash and pollution are problems ,but the Earth remains a huge and wonderful place for you to explore . 40 But before you travel the globe, take a look at your own backyard. I s there a spot where you could plant a tree or put in some vegetables ? If so , get out there and get your dirty
43、 .A. When you use less of something , you do good a good thing for the Earth.B. You can start by visiting the naturally beautiful spots in your city. C. It also means taking special steps to protect the environment.D. Many aommunities will pick those items up right in front of your house.E. Its also
44、 one less toy that needs to be produced.F. Even if you no longer need something , someone else might need.G. Enjoy outoor activity in all sorts of weather.第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节， 满分55分） 第一节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给四个选项（A、B、C、D）中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 After finishing college, Taylor became a tea
45、cher in a middle school. His favorite subject was 41 , because his hobby was traveling. Taylor liked children, and was always ready to have a(n) 42 with them, so they learned a lot from him 43 at the same time having fun. One September, at the beginning of the term, he was having his first 44 in a n
46、ew class. To 45 , he decided to ask them some simple questions 46 he could see how much they had already known. He found some of the students had 47 that he enjoyed telling jokes, and they were ready to have some fun with him. Where is Turkey? was the first question. Turkey? Sir, a boy answered, you
47、ll find it on the 48 dinner table every December. Very 49 , and it isnt a wrong answer, said Taylor with a smile, while the class 50 laughter. Do you really know where it is? The boy 51 , in fact, know. Part of it is in Southeast Europe and part of it is in Asia, sir, he said. Good! said Taylor. The
48、 next few students also had funny answers 52 Taylors questions. Taylor knew that there was a girl in the class who was 53 and always got the highest mark in the exams, so he turned to her and asked her, What is the 54 ? Its an imaginary line drawn 55 the earth that has an equal distance from the Nor
49、th Pole and from the South Pole, sir, the girl answered at once. Good! Taylor said, Very good. But he thought perhaps she had 56 it by heart, so he asked her another question to 57 whether he was right or not. Do you really know what that 58 ? he asked. Could you, for example, tie a knot (结) in the
50、equator? The class laughed, but she answered, Yes, sir. Oh, really? said Taylor, still with a smile. Yes, sir, the girl said, as the equator is not a(n) 59 line, you could tie an imaginary knot in it.This time, Taylor 60 happily in the students loud laughter. 41. A. politics B. geographyC. physicsD.
51、 history 42. A. fightB. argue C. fun D. trip 43. A. whileB. but C. with D. without 44. A. exam B. meeting C. speech D. lesson 45. A. calm down B. learn from C. start with D. end with 46. A. even though B. as if C. so that D. now that 47. A. seen B. heard C. considered D. recognised 48. A. Christmas
52、B. Valentines Day C. Childrens DayD. Fathers Day 49. A. sillyB. right C. wrong D. funny 50. A. cried out B. burst into C. talked intoD. shouted at 51. A. might B. could C. did D. had 52. A. for B. to C. of D. with 53. A. luckyB. sillyC. clever D. open-minded 54. A. moon B. equator C. earth D. line 5
53、5. A. betweenB. from C. around D. through 56. A. heldB. put C. kept D. learned 57. A. see B. realize C. know D. look 58. A. is B. means C. talks D. tells 59. A. imaginary B. real C. long D. fake 60. A. joined B. attended C. turned D. stayed第 卷（答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。）第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）Mark: Yo
54、u dont know what youve done! You just want to enjoy 61 .You dont care for anybody 62 .Just yourself.Betty : 63 are you mad at me? Whats wrong with you?Mark: Whats wrong with me? I want to know what is wrong with you! Tell me why you took my book away without my 64 (permit)?Betty: What book? What do
55、you mean?Mark: Dont pretend .A moment ago, I 65 (see)you and Jack looking at the Story book I managed to get last week. And now I cant find 66 anywhere.Betty: Oh, that? Sorry, I forgot to tell you that our head teacher 67 (take)it away. She said such books are forbidden all 68 time in our school.Mar
56、k: What? Mrs. Jones has taken away my favorite book? No, no.Betty: But it is true. By the 69 , you are required to go to her office and explain why you were absent again this morning.Mark: Gosh! What 70 shame! What a day!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）Yesterday our English club held En
57、glish speech contest, which theme was “Challenge Myself”.Many students take part in it, and delivered their wonderful speech. A great many of teachers and students crowded into the hall in order that see their performances. On the stage, no matter whatever pressure the speakers were facing, they bra
58、vely overcame them to achieve great success. Whats more, they impressed us deep with their unusual confidence. Through such an activity, we gained a lot. However, our club is growing stronger and more mature.第二节 书面表达 (满分25分)在英语课上学习了The Three Gorges Dam一课后，我班举行了一次英语辩论赛，针对三峡工程的利与弊展开了争论，正方同学陈述了三峡工程会给人们
59、带来如下的利益： 1三峡形成的水库增强了控制洪水能力，保护长江两岸人民尤其是下游人民的生命财产的安全。 2提供了水电能，促进了经济的发展，减少了环境污染。 3改善了上下游的航行条件，尤其是水位低的季节。 4进一步促进了旅游业的发展，增进了文化交流。 总之，三峡工程开发利大于弊，给人民群众带来了无尽的利益。根据上面的提示写一篇120字左右的短文。答案After studying “The Three Gorges Dam”, we have a debate in our class. We support that the Three Gorges Dam will bring many ad
60、vantages to the people. First, it will be big enough to control the floods. The project will protect both banks of the Yangtze River from the destruction caused by floods. It will especially protect the lives and the property of people in the down river area of Changjiang. Second, the river water ca
61、n be used to generate electricity. As a result, the economy will be promoted and environmental pollution will be reduced. Third, it will promote further tourism and stimulate the development of the local economy and communication with the outside world.In conclusion, the Three Gorges Dam has more advantages than disadvantages. It can benefit people a lot.
