1、淮阳中学2020年下学期高一期中考试英语(时量：120分钟 满分：150分 )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）每段对话仅读一遍。1.Why is Ann so upset?A.She failed one of here exams.B.She is worrying about other lessons.C.She has no time to do her math homework.2.What does the man want to do with the shelf?A.Throw it. B.Clean it. C. Pa
2、int it.3.What will the man probably do to stay warm?A.Use a blanket. B.Turn on the heater. C. Drink some chocolate.4.How often does the man eat out？A.Every three days. B.Every two days. C. Every day.5.What is the speakers opinion about the painting?A.Its simple. B.Its colorful. C.Its great.第二节 （共15小
3、题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答6、7题。6. What is the law about?A Not keeping dogs at home.B Not having dogs in the streetsC Not building dog parks in the city7. Who should clean up the waste according to the woman?A. Dog walkers. B. Volunteers C. Street cleaners.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. What will the
4、speakers probably do this afternoon? A. Buy a cell phone. B. Visit the mans brother. C. Have the teachers meeting. 9. What did the man do last night?A. He sent his brother a text. B. He went to his brothers. C.He left his brother a voicemail.听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。10. What kind of handbag did the woman lo
5、se?A. A black leather one. B. A black cloth one. C. A blue cloth one.11.How much money was there in the womans handbag?A.700 dollars. B. 700 pounds. C. 800 dollars.12. How can the man contact the woman?A By emailing her. B. By calling her. C. By visiting her.听第9段材料,回答第13至16题13. How much is the month
6、ly rent of the flat now?A.$625. B.$725. C.$825.14. What makes the man interested in the flat?A. Its big size. B. The kind neighbors. C. Its convenience.15. What does the man have to prepare himself?A. A table. B. Chairs. C. Beds.16. When will the speakers meetA. This Friday. B. This Saturday C Next
7、Monday.听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。17. Who is making the announcement?A. The student government. B. The school newspaper. C. The football team.18. What is the announcement mainly about?A. Some events at school B. Some groups at school C. Some sports teams at school.19. How many new teams are added this year?A
8、. Two. B. Three. C. Four.20. Which of the following goes to see showsA. The swim team. B. The art club. C. The music club.第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节 （共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5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。ALocated between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, Australia is the worlds largest island and the small
9、est continent. With so many sights to discover and enjoy, there are some great places to visit.SydneySydney is a modern city with a long history. The regions first people lived along the harbors bank for thousands of years. With lots of museums, theaters and cinemas, there is always something to see
10、 and do. The beautiful Bondi Beach is a must-see when visiting Sydney. Outdoor activities play a large role in Australian culture. There are a number of national parks for visitors as well as some interesting historical sites.Great Barrier ReefThe largest coral reef system on the face of the earth,
11、the Great Barrier Reef can be seen from space, which is actually made up of 2, 900 individual reefs. Visiting the Great Barrier Reef is a great experience; every year around two million visitors enjoy all that this natural wonder offers. Diving is the best way to experience the joys of the rich unde
12、rwater world, while boat trips, and evenhelicopter rides offer another view of the reefKakadu National ParkOccupied by Aboriginal people for over 40, 000 years, Kakadu National Park has over five thousand ancient rock art sites which are fascinating to visit. The park is huge and has some natural si
13、ghts which make it well worth a visit; the Arnhem Land Escarpment is particularly breathtaking. You can be hiking through deserts and bathing in waterfalls and pools the next, before later onlearning about some of the ancient rock paintings.21. Where did ancient people in Sydney live at first?A. Alo
14、ng the Bondi Beach. B. Along the harbors bank. C. In the western desert of Australia. D. In the caves made of rocks.22. How can travelers enjoy the Great Barrier Reef best?A. By seeing films B. By boating.C. By riding helicopters. D By diving.23. What can people enjoy in the Kakadu National Park?A.
15、Driving through the desert. B. Fishing in pools.C Learning about ancient rock art. D. Skydiving from the mountain.BThe aim to study abroad is a simple one: visit another country, experience another culture. One popular location to study abroad is India. Junior Barton studied abroad in New Delhi duri
16、ng the spring of 2015 as part of the IES abroad program.“This program was very good at connecting us to Delhi life and teaching us how to be independent yet safe within the huge crowded city, she said about the passim Because the IES program in New Delhi does not offer classes in Bartons major, publ
17、ic health, she instead decided to take classes that absorbed herself in Indian culture.She noticed that one of her favorite classes was Classic Kathak- one form of Indian classical dance. She also wanted to take advantage of the class assignments to sink in Indian culture.Regarding the impact that l
18、earning Kathak had on her as a dancer and as a person, Barton said thatit definitely opened her to new ideas and techniques to dance, to give expression with the face and the fine symbols, for example a flower, that our hands can make”.Concerning daily life, Barton finds that there were quite a few
19、differences in expected behavior. For one, she had to speak in Hindi whenever she went outto be taken seriously and not be taken in like a foreigner.She also admitted that she was stared at a lot by men and women because she stood out. She needed a lot of patience and inner strength to get over the
20、staring every time she stepped outside”.For her, studying in India was an experience that changed her as a person. “1 became more patient with people and circumstances. I became more tolerant(宽容的) and unable to be affected by things I cant control.”24.Why was Barton interested in dancing classes?A.
21、Dancing was her major. B. She hoped to star in a film in India.C. She wanted to become a dancing actress. D. She expected to experience Indian culture.25. What does the underlined wordimpactin paragraph 4 mean?A. Expression. B. Communication. C. Method. D. Effect.26. How did the experience in India
22、influence Barton?A.She became braver and more tolerant. B. She can better balance life and study.C. She can control her feelings well. D. She wanted to learn more dances.27. What is the text mainly about?A. The importance of studying abroad. B. Various dancing stylesC. A study experience in Indian.
23、D. A program connected with India cultureCWherever you are when an earthquake starts, take cover immediately. Move a few steps to a nearby safe place if necessary. Stay there until the shaking stops.If you are indoors, drop under heavy furniture such as a table, desk, bed and cover your head to prev
24、ent being hit by falling objects or hold onto the object that you are under so that you remain covered. Stay away from windows, and shelves with heavy objects on.If you are outdoors, go to an open area away from buildings. If you are in a crowded public place, take cover where you wont be injured. I
25、f you are in a vehicle, pull over to a safe place where you are not blocking the road. Keep roads clear for rescue and emergency vehicles. Avoid anything that could fall down.If you are in a car, stop it and stay inside. Listen to your car radio for directions from emergency officials. Do not try to
26、 get out of your car if fallen power lines are across it. Wait to be rescued. Place a HELP sign in your window if you need help. If you are on a bus, stay in your seat until the bus stops. Take cover in a protected place.AVOID the following in an earthquake. First, doorways. Doors may violently shut
27、 and cause injuries. Second, windows,bookcases, tall furniture and light fixtures (固定设施). You could be hurt by broken glass or heavy objects. Third, lifts. If you are in a lift during an earthquake, hit the button for every floor and get out as soon as you can. Last, fallen power lines-stay at least
28、10 meters away to avoid injury.28. What can people indoors do when an earthquake happens?A .Stand near a window. B. Hide in the bathroom.C. Get under something strong. D. Stay where they are29. What does the underlined word blockingin paragraph 4 probably mean?A. Building. B. Stopping C. Cleaning. D
29、. Crossing.30. What should people avoid doing during an earthquake according to the text?A. Standing at the door. B. Staying away from windows.C. Using stairs instead of elevator. D. Listening to the radio for information.31. What is the purpose of the text? A. To make people know about an earthquak
30、e. B. To help people get prepared before an earthquake.C. To explain to people how terrible an earthquake isD. To tell people what to do during an earthquake.DThe Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) was started by the Dubai government. The Dubai Shopping Festival has changed the face of Dubai in the world
31、. During the years 1996 to 1999, people who arrived on international flights to this beautiful land were welcomed with a red rose and a box full of chocolate. These boxes were printed with patterns of the colors of national flag - red, green,white and black. This was one of the signs to the internat
32、ional community that Dubai had opened its arms to people all over the world.The DSF is the result of the selfless hard work of several men and women. It had a very simple beginning from its first advertisement, where the Highness Shaikh Mohammed invited the public and other businessmen to the DSF. H
33、e once said the DSF was a celebration of the spirit of trade and adventure to the world.The first season of the DSF was expected to bring about sales worth 1 billion dollars, which increased the benefits of the region and the world through this festival. This would certainly attract a lot of visitor
34、s, which played an important part in the development of Dubai tourism. Soon, the Dubai government made the festival known around the world with nation-wide advertising campaigns.This festival made several shopping centers built in the city. It also gave birth to the shopping village, where people wi
35、ll find stations of every cultural environment across several countries. Each year visitors from all around the world come over to Dubai. In addition to that, there are exciting prizes to be won. With each passing year, the number of tourists and visitors is increasing. From a desert land, which is
36、now mainly famous for trade, today Dubai has made its new mark on the world map.32. Why did Dubai give colorful boxes to tourists?A. To show its warmth. B. To introduce knowledge of colors.C. To advertise local crafts. D. To match the red roses.33. What did the Highness Shaikh Mohammed do for the DS
37、F?A. He employed several people for its opening.B He adventured around the world.C. He called on people to attend the DSF.D. He explained the spirit of business.34. What would benefit most from the DSF?A. The tourism. B. Local environment.C. The advertisement. D. Local education.35. What could be th
38、e best title for the textA. The origin of the DSF. B. The importance of the DSF.C. The development of the DSF. D. The celebration patterns of the DSF.第二节（共5小题； 每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。How to prepare for an exam is a big question that you always ask yourself. Here a
39、re some tips that may help you.Never fear or hate exams and be confident.Some students study well but still may be much afraid of exams and due to this reason they get upset and wont be able to get high marks. 36 You have to be confident and it is of great help for you to gain success.Prepare a good
40、 timetable.Prepare a timetable before starting the study. 37 Difficult subjects can be given more time and easier ones less, but most importantly you should spare some time for rest.Select a proper atmosphere(氛围) for studying.Studying atmosphere plays a very important role. 38 So pick a place where
41、you feel comfortable. That is where you feel relaxed and can pay attention to what you are doing. Make sure that while you are studying a subject you are focusing on it only.Make notes while studying.This is a very important point. While studying, make small notes. The note should be short and clear
42、 to make the review easier. 39 Yet dont try to cover everything in it. 40 On the night before an exam you have to sleep well, at least 6 hours and not more than 8 hours. Remember this will have a great effect on your exam. And have your food as in your daily diet.A. Sleep well and eat well.B. So try
43、 to present answers in points.C. This should include all the subjects.D. Ask your teacher for advice on your coming exams.E. A good note should include the most important points.F. Can anyone study well while others around are watching TV?G. So leave all your fears and free your mind before starting
44、 the study.第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分， 满分15分）When Tierra Jackson was in high school, she was struggling. She kept getting yelled at for being 41 for school.What most of her teachers didnt 42 was the reason for her lateness-Jackson was homeless.Her mother was in and out of 43 for taking dru
45、gs. She and her brother were living with her aunt and cousins. All seven of them shared a single room in one homeless shelters, a long bus ride 44 her school.“It seemed as if high school is not 45 enough itself, but the long bus ride was kind of 46 , Jackson said. Even though Jackson was 47 for bein
46、g late, Jackson says she didnt want to tell anyone at the school the reason.“I was 48 . I was 14, and I was homeless,” Jackson says.“I didnt want people to look at me like,oh, you know, she 49 charity(施舍).”But Jackson needed school 50 , and her family didnt have the money for them, so her auntwrote
47、notes for Jackson to bring to school 51 the situation. She found out that it wasnt so bad to ask for help.“The first teacher I gave the note to came to school with this bag of things for me, Jacksonsays,And I didnt know how to 52 it. But after that, she never treated me 53 , and I think thats one of
48、 the things I 54 .”Jackson is now a college student. Life hasnt exactly gotten easier: in addition to school, Jacksonworks two 55 , at a restaurant and a financial management company, and takes care of her brotherand her mother.41. A. lazy B. late C. shy D. young42. A. mind B. surprise C. find D. kn
49、ow43. A. school B. church C. prison D. hospital44. A.from B. at C. for D. away45. A.big B.expensive C. busy D. hard46. A. exciting B. tiring C. satisfying D. disappointing47. A. bitten B. beaten C. blamed D. praised48. A. worried B.calm C. happy D. angry49. A. loves B. gives C. refuse D. needs50. A.
50、 books B. things C. desks D. honors51. A.writing B. reading C. explaining D. weighing52. A. use B. accept C. clean D. fold53. A. seriously B. carefully C. differently D. politely54. A. liked B. regretted C. forgot D. hated55. A. drinks B. meals C. hours D. jobs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
51、个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。I have a degree in business. It was my fathers 56 (decide) for me to major in business. Even if my college 57 (experience) were fantastic, I still had no interest in any field of commerce, let alone having a long-term career as a businesswoman. 58 I graduated, I worked as a marketi
52、ng planner at a computer company. My pay and working environment were great. However, I still didnt feel happy to do something 59 I wasnt interested in. After two months of working there, I made up my mind 60 (stop) and decided to do what I love, teaching English. I have been an English teacher for
53、over twenty years. I love my job and I 61 (stay) with my teaching in the following years.If you are in a place where you dont live what you are learning or doing, please ask yourself what you are really interested in, and what you 62 (true) want for your life. Dont rush to get yourself 63 quick answ
54、er. Take some time to think about what career could make you happy. The important thing is that you are happy and then you will be able to bring happiness to people around you. There 64 (be) a quote(引语) that says, “ Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.” if you love w
55、hat you are doing, you will be 65 (success).第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节（满分15分）假如你是李华，你的英国笔友Linda最近和她的父母产生了一些矛盾，来信向你寻求帮助。请你给她回一封邮件，为她提供一些相关的建议。注意：1.词数80左右； 2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。_ 第二节 （满分25分）阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。A long time ago, people lived happily under the rule of a king. The pe
56、ople of the kingdom were very happy as they led a very happy life with wealth and no misfortunes.Once, the king decided to go visiting historical places and pilgrim (朝圣者) centres at distant places.He decided to travel on foot to interact with his people.People of distant places were very happy to ha
57、ve a conversation with their king. They were proud that their king had a kind heart.After several weeks of travel, the king returned to the palace. He was quite happy that he had visited many pilgrim centres and seen his people leading a happy life.However, he had one regret. He had great pain in hi
58、s feet as it was his first trip on foot covering a long distance. He complained to his ministers(大臣) that the roads werent comfortable and that they were very stony. He could not stand the pain. He said that he was very worried about the people who had to walk along those roads as it would be painfu
59、l for them too!Considering all this, he ordered his servants to cover the roads in the whole country with leather(皮革) so that the people of his kingdom could walk comfortably.The king s ministers were surprised to hear his order as it would mean that thousands of cows would have to be killed in orde
60、r to get a large quantity of leather. And it would also cost a huge amount of money.Paragraph 1:Finally, a wise man from the ministry came to the king and said that he had another idea._Paragraph2:Many of us dislike the world for many things. _英语学科试卷第一部分 听力技能 （20 X 1.5）123456789101112131415161718192
61、0ACABABACCAABBCBCABAC第二部分 阅读理解 （20 X 2.5）2122232425262728293031323334353637383940BDCDDACCBADACACGCFEA第三部分 知识运用 第一节 完形填空 （15 X 1）414243444546474849505152535455BDCADBCADBCBCAD第二节（10 X 1.5）56. decision 57. experiences 58.After 59. that 60. to stop61. will stay/ am staying 62. truly 63. a 64. is 65. suc
62、cessful第四部分 写作第一节（满分15分）参考范文：略第二节（满分25分）参考范文：Paragraph 1：Finally, a wise man from the ministry came to the king and said that he had another idea. The king asked what the idea was. The minister said, Instead of covering the roads with leather, why dont you just have a piece of leather cut in right s
63、hape to cover your feet? It is easier to make shoes than to cover the roads. The king was very surprised by his suggestion and praised the wisdom of the minister. Then he ordered his servants to make a pair of leather shoes for him and requested all his countrymen also to wear leather shoes.Paragraph 2：Many of us dislike the world for many things. And we hate the things in our surroundings and never understand that we need to make changes in ourselves. Changes are necessary in the world, and the changes should be from us. We cannot or should not force others to make a change.
