广东省汕头市潮师高级中学2016-2017学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题 WORD版含答案.doc

1、 2016-2017学年第1学期高一英语期中考试题 （笔试答题时间120分钟，满分135分；另加听力15分；总分150分） 第I卷第一部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分30分）第一节:话题语篇（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、 B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Towards the end of Middle English, a sudden change in pronunciation started, with vowels (元音) being pronounced shorter and shorter. From the 16th centur

2、y the British had contact (接触) with many people from around the world. This meant that lots of new vocabulary entered the language. The invention of printing also meant that there was now a common language in print. Books became cheaper and more people learned to read. Spelling and grammar became fi

3、xed, and the dialect of London became the standard. In 1604 the first English dictionary came out. Early Modern English and Late Modern English are mostly different in the number of words. Late Modern English has many more words, mainly because of the following two reasons: First, the Industrial Rev

4、olution (工业革命) led to the need for new words. Second, the British Empire covered one quarter of the earths surface, and the English language took in foreign words from many countries. From around 1600, the English colonization (殖民地化) of North America led to American English. Some English pronunciati

5、ons and words “froze” when they reached America. In some ways, American English is more like the English of Shakespeare than modern British English. Some expressions that are called “American English” are in fact from British expressions. They were kept in the colonies while lost for a time in Brita

6、in. Spanish also had an influence (影响) on American English. For example, words like canyon, ranch, stampede and vigilante are from Spanish. They entered English by the people of Spain who settled in the American West. French words and West African words also influenced American English.Today, Americ

7、an English has a greater influence, because of the USAs movies, television, popular music, trade and technology. 1. What we can learn from paragraph 1? A. The sudden change in pronunciation started at the beginning Middle English. B. A great many of new vocabulary didnt appear in English until 16th

8、century. C. People could read much easier because of the dialect of London became the standard. D. After the first English dictionary, spelling and grammar became fixed at last.2. What helped to increase the vocabulary of Late Modern English?_ a. the invention of printing b. the Industrial Revolutio

9、n c. the colonization d. the contact with other countries A. a, b, c B. a, c, d C. a, b, d D. b, c, d3. The third paragraph mainly talks about . A. English colonies in North America B. the development of American English C. other languages influence on American English D. the difference between Amer

10、ican English and British English B People who like travelling have their reasons. They believe that travelling can help them expand their field of view, especially in the geographical and historical sense. They also think that touring will give them more chances to enjoy different kinds of food and

11、experience new things that would never be brought by other activities. But those who dislike travelling also have some reasons. Travelling, in my opinion, does more good than harm. Most importantly, it broadens (使扩大) our mind. We can get in touch with other civilizations (文明), cultures, customs and

12、ideas. Through history, most people travelled because of necessity (必要性)not for pleasure. People travelled just in order to remain alive. They searched for food to eat or places to live in. They sometimes ran away from enemies. This is not to say that no one ever travelled just for the fun of it. In

13、 ancient times, for example, rich Romans travelled all the way to Greece to take part in the Olympic Games, and festivals. Of course, some people decided to travel just out of curiosity (好奇心). They wanted to find out what it looked like beyond the horizon (地平线). Also business travel has been going o

14、n for centuries. Traders could not only make money but also learn to speak several languages and be introduced to different cultures. So, travelling does enrich our mind and draw new ideas to us. There is no doubt that we can get much from it.4. People enjoys travelling because . A. Enlarge their kn

15、owledage B. Have more chances to eat different food C. Experience new things D. Above all5. How many reasons for travelling are mentioned in Paragraph 3?_ A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six.6. Whats the main idea of this passage?_ A. Different kinds of travelling. C.Ways to enjoy yourself while trav

16、elling. B. Travelling enriches our mind. D.The advantages and disadvantages of travelling. C An earthquake is one of the most common natural disasters. It may cause great damage. So it is wise to learn some simple safety tips to protect yourself or your family members. Fragile items, like those made

17、 of glass should usually be placed on a lower surface, near the ground instead of placing them on cupboards higher up. Never place them near your bed, sofas and other furniture where you would be sitting or lying down. When there is a strong movement, these pieces will fall on the floor directly and

18、 not on you. There is a strong chance of short circuits（短路）and fire breakouts during an earthquake. Make sure you turn off electrical connections and gas immediately when an earthquake happens.During an earthquake, lie beneath an object that is not easily damaged. Do not go near objects that could d

19、irectly fall on you. Never use the elevator to go down. Stay inside until the shaking stops and it is safe to go outside. Research has shown that most injuries happen when people inside buildings try to go out. Use the staircases at all times. If you are outdoors, do not take shelter under a tree, s

20、treetlights, electric poles or tall buildings. If you are driving, stop your car and stay in a safe place. Do not park your car under a tree or any tall object. If trapped in debris (瓦砾堆), cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing. Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can find you. Use a whistle

21、 (哨子) if one is available. Never shout for help. Shouting can cause you to breathe in dangerous amounts of dust. Do not light a match because you may burn yourself. Do not move about or kick up dust. 7. The purpose of the passage is to tell readers _. A. the damage caused by earthquakes B. the rescu

22、e work after earthquakes C. what to do about earthquakes D. how to prevent earthquakes8. The underlined word “Fragile” in Paragraph 2 probably means _. A. easily broken B. easily found C. expensive D. heavy 9. During the earthquake, people are advised to _. A. go out the building at once B. turn off

23、 power and gas immediately C. take shelter under a tree D. drive to a safe place 10. What should people NOT do when they are trapped in debris? A. Cover their mouth with a handkerchief. B. Tap on a pipe or wall for help. C. Use a whistle for help. D. Light a fire for help.第二节: 七选五（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根

24、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。选项中有两项为多余选项。How to make good choicesMaking the right decisions is very important for the directions you can choose in your life. 11 And in that case, this article is here to guide you and give you ideas to know how to make a good choice. 12 Whether its about a relationsh

25、ip you have or a personal problem, do not do anything rash（草率的）without thinking about the results, and planning how you will do what you wish. Some results can be bad, but sometimes its worth it, and thats what you have to decide for yourself.Avoid rash decisions. 13 Take some days to be sure about

26、what you want, and wait for you to be calm and relaxed before you make the final decision and do something about it. Its a good idea to talk with someone and get some opinions on what you could do. 14 Dont get nervous at small things that require small decisions and that will not affect your life fu

27、rther. You should know what is important enough to be thinking well about it. Over-thinking everything can cause stress（压力），which is very bad for you.Trust yourself. Go with what you think, but always think any big and important decision through. 15 After all, the only person you can trust to want t

28、he best for you is yourself.A. Have confidence in yourself.B. Do not over-think everything.C. Use the step-by-step decision-making progress.D. Think about what you are doing before you do it.E. Dont do something out of feelings in the moment.F. Sometimes it can be very hard to choose the right thing

29、.G. The best decision makers arent people who never make mistakes.第二部分：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。 Our country has many chances for adults who want to make their lives better. There are public schools you can attend. In the schools, you can take things_16_ Englis

30、h, arithmetic and history, you can find classes in almost_17_ subject you want to study. You may want to_18_ to type, sew, paint or fix TV sets. You may want to learn _19_ about the trade you are already in. You may want to get a high school diploma (文凭). You may_20_ want to go to college. All it ta

31、kes is time and effort. In many cities, there are adult classes in_21_ schools. You can attend many of these classes without _22_ to pay money. In some schools you may have to pay a small fee. There are _23_ many kinds of private(私人的) schools for adults, where you may have to pay more money. Many jo

32、b chances are_24_ to those who wish to work. It helps if you know_25_ than one language. There are good_26_ for interpreters and typists who know English. There are many good jobs in government. In most cases, you must be a citizen of this country, and you must_27_ a civil service examination. These

33、 examinations are_28_ to everyone, regardless of (不管)race, religion or colour. For many civil service jobs you_29_ a high school diploma. The person who doesnot have a high school diploma can get_30_. There are several ways. You can study high school _31_ at home and then take special tests._32_ you

34、 pass the tests, then you get a diploma. Or you can go to a night school. There are classes that_33_ you to take special tests to get a diploma. Be as well trained as you can. Get as much training as you can. _34_knocks at every door. Be sure that when it knocks at your door you are_35_.16. A. like

35、B. in C. of D. as17. A. some B. any C. all D. either18. A. know B. study C. learn D. begin19. A. what B. more C. again D. others20. A. perhaps B. never C. very D. Even21. A. middle B. high C. public D. private22. A. regretting B. agreeing C. having D. beginning23. A. still B. also C. almost D. such2

36、4. A. chosen B. allowed C. promised D. offered25. A. better B. more C. fewer D. less26. A. jobs B. schools C. works D. wishes27. A. take B. join C. hold D. give28. A. possible B. open C. limited D. permitted29. A. want B. get C. Demand D. need30. A. none B. one C. them D. that31. A. subjects B. clas

37、ses C. tests D. English32. A. Until B. First C. If D. Though33. A. make B. permit C. lead D. prepare34. A. Text B. Job C. Diploma D. Chance35. A. prepare B. ready C. studying D. Waiting 第II卷第三部分：英语知识运用（共五节，满分55分）第一节：语法填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 Wang Kun and his sister,

38、 Wang Wei, had dreamed 36. taking a great bike trip ever since middle school. Each of them bought a mountain bike. Wang Wei even got their cousins, Dai Wei and Yu Hang, 37. (interest) in cycling when she visited them at their college in Kunming. After 38. (graduate) from college, Wang Kun and Wang W

39、ei 39. (final) got the chance to take a bike trip. 40. was Wang Wei 41. first got the idea to cycle along the Mekong River from where it begins to where it ends. Then Wang Wei planned the schedule for the trip. 42. Wang Kun had some doubts, Wang Wei was determined and insisted that she organize the

40、trip properly. Knowing that she was a stubborn girl, 43. Decision could not be changed once she had made 44. her mind, Wang Kun had to give in. Before the trip they went to the library and found a large atlas with good maps 45. helped them know more about the Mekong River.第二节：单词填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）

41、根据句子意思及所给单词首字母或汉语提示，用单词的适当形式填空，并把完整单词填写在答题卷相应的位置上。46. Then g I grew so crazy about everything to do with rock music.47. Today there has been a big change in peoples a to the food and their health.48. Lisa didnt want to end the friendship with the boy, but she hated others g about their friendship. 4

42、9.While shopping, most people sometimes cant help being p to buy something they dont really need .50. You know, India has a very large number of f English speakers because Britain ruled India from 1765 to 1947.51. Many parents are all (关心的) about their childrens safety in the school.52. The old man

43、s (遭受)a bad backache after the car accident.53. All of the local people (公认)him to be a great leader here.54. In our opinion, he is really a lovely boy but he has one serious (缺点).55. We were so (震惊的)that we heard this terrible news yesterday.第三节 ：选词填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） than ever before make use of

44、 in order to care about as usual go through set down such as prefer to right away56. He too many wars in his own country.57. My parents always my life and health problem.58. He all his experiences in his diary yesterday evening.59. She stay at home rather than go out with us for shopping.60. More pe

45、ople speak English as their first,second or a freigh language .61. We should our time to work harder for ourselves and family.62. Believe it or not, you must leave or you will get into trouble.63. Tom walks to work instead of taking a bike.64. I like sports very much, football, basketball, badminton

46、 and so on.65. get a good result in the exams, many students got up very early to review the text.第四节：完成句子（共5小题；每空1分，满分15分） 根据中文意思及括号内的提示完成下列句子。66. 似乎世界末日到了。 It the world was .67. 这是我第一次用这种方式和你面对面地交流。（某人第几次做某事） This is the first time that I you .68. 一旦她决定去完成这个任务，她就不会改变她的主意。 Once she finish this task

47、, she wont .69. 众所周知，现在网络在我们的日常生活中起着越来越重要的作用。 ,the Internet a more and more important part in our daily life .70. 这部以一个真实故事为依据的电影很受年轻人欢迎。（使用定语从句） The film a true story was very popular among the young.第五节：短文改错（满分10分）文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号()，并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用()划掉

48、。修改：在错的词下画一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。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。 My friend Henry, which I studied with in the same class, didnt like studying at school. Thats because he couldnt go to high school. He had to return back to his hometown, where his father wished him to learn to manage our smal

49、l shop. However, the young man was not interesting in it and didnt do as his father said. He spends a lot of time reading and learned how to repair cars. Last month, I accepted an e-mail from him inviting me take my vacation in his hometown. I started off. Seeing that he was such successful, I said,

50、 “Henry, all road lead to Rome. You are great!”第四部分：写作（满分20分）假如你是某报社的记者，请根据以下提示，用英文写一篇有关汶川大地震的报道。【写作内容】1、在2008年5月12日下午2:28分，四川省汶川县发生8.0级地震；2、截至6月30日为止，这场地震已经造成了69，195人死亡，而受伤的人数也达 到了374，177人。房屋、公路严重受损。很多孩子失去了父母，很多人成了无家 可归的人。3、 地震发生后不久，官兵和救援人员被送往灾区去帮助幸存者：挖出被困在废墟中 的人，埋葬死者，建造避难所等；4、 全国各地人们都为灾区捐款，捐物，帮助灾区

51、人民重建家园。5、 虽然一些灾难不可避免，但我们都尽力做到“一方有难，八方支援”。【写作要求】1. 词数100左右； 2. 句子结构准确，信息内容完整，篇章结构连贯。 参考词汇： 8.0级： 8.0-magnitude； 捐赠：donate 受灾的: quake-hit 2016-2017学年第1学期高一英语期中考试题参考答案听力部分：第一节：听力理解 15 CBACB 610 BCCAA 第二节：听取信息 11. 16/sixteen 12. Early childhood 13.social studies 14. junior and senior 15.Higher笔试部分：第一部分：

52、阅读理解（共两节，每小题2分，满分30分）第一节 话题语篇13 BAB 46 DBB 7-10 CABD 第二节：七选五 11-15 FDEBA第二部分：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）16-20 ABCBD 21-25 CCBDB 26-30 AABDA 31-35 ACDDB第三部分：英语知识运用（共五节，满分55分）第一节：语法填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）36.of/about 37.interested 38.graduating 39.finally 40. It41. who/that 42.Although 43.whose 44. up 45.w

53、hich/that第二节：单词填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）46.gradully 47.attitude 48.gossiping 49.persuaded 50.fluent51.concerned 52.suffered 53.recogniz(s)e 54.shortcoming 55.shocked第三节：选词填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）56. has gone through 57. care about 58. set down 59. prefers to 60. than ever before61. make use of 62.right awa

54、y 63.As usual 64. such as 65.In order to第四节：完成句子（共5小题；每空1分，满分15分）66. It seemed that; at an end. 67. have talked/communicated with; face to face.68. determines to; change her mind. 69. As we all know,/As is known to us all/everybody, ; is playing; at present.70. which/that was based on/upon a true st

55、ory第五节：短文改错（满分10分）71. . with him I . him whom72. Thats because . because why73. . return back to . 去掉back 74. . our small shop. our their75. . was not interesting . interesting interested76. He spends a lot of . spends spent77. . accepted an e-mail . accepted received78. . inviting me take . take前加t

56、o79. . was such successful . such so80. . all road lead to . road roads 第四部分：写作（满分20分） An 8.0-magnitude earthquake hit Wenchuan County in Sichuan Province at 2:28pm on May 12, 2008. By the end of June 30, the number of people who were killed in this earthquake has got to 69,195, and the number of th

57、e injured has reached 374,177. The house and the roads were badly destroyed. Many children lost their parents, and many people became the homeless.Soon aftere the quakes, soldiers and rescue workers were sent to the quake-hit areas to help the survivors there, where they helped dig out those who were trapped in ruins, bury the dead and build shelters. And the people all the over the country donate money and necessities to help the people in the quake-hit areas rebuild their homes. Some disasters cant be avoided, but we try our best to do it, which is “one in trouble, all will help”.