内蒙古包头市第一中学2014-2015学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题 WORD版含答案.doc

1、 包头一中2014届高一英语期末考试 命题人：刘佩芳 校对：康耀文 2015.7.22第I卷第一部分：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，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。1. Who has the same suitcase?A. The woman B. Bob C. John2. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a

2、class B. In a theater C. In a cinema3. How many colds has the man had?A. 2 B. 4 C. 64. When can the man see the headmaster?A. At 9:30 B. At 11:45 C. At 12:405. What is Mike?A. A teacher B. A student C. A writer第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）请听下面5段对话或独白， 选出最佳选项。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. Where is the boy?A. He is

3、at home. B. He is at school. C. He is in hospital.7. What is the relationship between the boy and the girl?A. Teacher and student. B. Brother and sister. C. Classmates.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. Whats the relationship between the two speakers?A. Neighbors. B. Doctor and patient. C. Friends.9. When did the wo

4、man cough most seriously?A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. At night.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. Whats wrong with the woman?A. She is very well. B. Shes caught a cold. C. She has injured her muscles.11. What has she done with her illness?A. She has taken some medicine. B. She has been drinking a lo

5、t of orange juice.C. She has seen the doctor.12. Whats the mans suggestion?A. Go to see the doctor. B. Take some medicine. C. Drink more orange juice.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. Who watched the game last night?A. The girl and her father. B. The boy and the girl. C. The boy and his mother.14. What was the f

6、ilm about?A. It was about Madam Curie. B. It was about a football game. C. It was about a father.15. Who watched the film?A. The boy. B. The girl. C. The girls father.16. What was the result of the game?A. Neither of the two teams won the game. B. It was not mentioned in the talk.C. The boys favorit

7、e team won the game.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. Wheres Jenny?A. In her country. B. On a plane. C. In a foreign country.18. Why is she going abroad?A. To study. B. To visit her friend. C. Her parents are abroad.19. What is Jenny worried about?A. Flying over an ocean. B. Her family and friends.C. Whether sh

8、e will learn enough English.20. When did Jenny leave her own country?A. 4 hours ago. B. 3 hours ago. C. 7 hours ago.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） A I like watching butterflies. Sometimes I think Im the only girl who notices these quiet but beautiful things. But if it hadnt been for a cr

9、owded restaurant, I wouldnt have ever noticed Valeri.Valeri was a new student. She walked to class with her books against her chest and her head down. She talked only when the teacher asked her a question. After a month at our school, she hadnt made any friend.One day at lunch, most tables being ful

10、l, I had nowhere to sit. Valeri sat alone, book in hand. I walked over to her, “Is that a good book?” Valeri gave a small nod and went back to reading. “Whats it about?” I asked. After seconds of silence, she looked at me, her eyes shining, “Well, its about a dragon! This boy, Eragon, finds this dra

11、gon egg when he goes playing one day. He thinks its a rock! The egg hatches（孵化）and Eragon hides the dragon from his cousin and uncle until it gets too big .”Two weeks later, I was sitting in the auditorium（礼堂）enjoying the talent show. Then a shy girl walked on stage. I recognized her immediately. Va

12、leri held a violin in one hand and a bow in the other. She started to play. The notes formed a soft, sweet tune(曲调). The auditorium fell completely silent until we realized the music was finished. I smiled to myself. Valeri wasnt just “a quiet girl”. She knew about wonderful books and could play the

13、 violin like nothing Id ever heard. Like a butterfly, she was beautiful and amazing when you looked closely.21. The author went to sit beside Valeri because _.A. Valeri invited her to sit there B. Valeris book drew her attentionC. no more empty seats were left D. she wanted to make friends with Vale

14、ri22. In the book Valeri was reading, _raised the dragon.A. Eragon father B. Eragon C. Eragons cousin D. Eragons uncle23. Butterflies are mentioned in the text to show _.A. the beauty of butterflies B. the authors interestC. the character of Valeri D. the qualities of friends24. Which of the followi

15、ng words can best describe Valeri?A. Quiet and talented. B. Friendly and active. C. Careful and talkative. D. Kind and enthusiastic.BHere is some must-know information from a handbook on how people behave in doing business in some countries.In BrazilBrazilians are warm and friendly. They often stand

16、 close when talking and it is common for them to touch the person on the shoulder. People often greet each other (particularly women) with light cheek kisses. Schedules tend to be flexible, with business meetings sometimes starting later than planned. But to be safe, be on time. Meals can stretch fo

17、r hourstheres no such thing as rushing a meal in Brazil. Lunches also can start in the mid to late afternoon. Brazilians are social, preferring face-to-face communication over mails or phone calls.In SingaporeSingaporeans shake hands when they meet and often also greet each other with a small, polit

18、e bow. Business cards should be offered and received with two hands. Arriving late is considered disrespectful. So be on time. Efficiency(效率) is the goal, so meetings and dealings often are fast-paced. Singaporeans are direct in their discussions, even when the is about money. Rank is important and

19、authority is respected. This determines both people interact in meetings. For example, people avoid disagreeing outright with someone with a higher rank.In the United Arab EmiratesIn the UAE, status is important, so the senior or oldest should be greeted first with their titles. The handshake seems

20、to be longer than elsewhere. So, do not pull away the handshake. Women should cover themselves when it comes to dress. Men also tend to be covered from neck to elbows(肘部) and down to the knees. People do not avoid entertaining in their homes, but they also hold business meals at restaurants. Touchin

21、g or passing or eating with your left hand is to be avoided. When meetings are one-to-one, if your host offers you coffee, you should refuse. It might seem odd, but it is a cultural tradition. Coffee should only be accepted if it is always set out or presented.In SwitzerlandThe Swiss tend to be form

22、al and address each other by last name. They also are respectful of private lives. You should be careful not to ask about personal topics. Punctuality (守时) is vital, something that comes a deep respect for others time. Arrive at any meeting or event a few minutes early to be safe. They also have cle

23、ar structure in their companies. Higher-ups make the final decisions, even if others might disagree. Neat, clean dress is expected. The Swiss follow formal table manners. They also keep their hands visible at the table and their elbows off the table. It is polite to finish the food on your plate.25.

24、 The passage is mainly about _. A. customs and social manners B. living conditions and standards C. communication types D. the workplace atmosphere26. Why do Singaporeans avoid arguing with their boss? A. They want to finish meetings as quickly as possible. B. They are supposed to obey the person of

25、 a higher rank. C. They put efficiency in the first place. D. They dislike face-to-face communication.27. In the UAE, when should you refuse the coffee if it is offered? A. When attending a presentation. B. When dining with business partners. C. When greeting seniors. D. When meeting the host alone.

26、28. In which country do people care about where to put their hands at the dinner table? A. In the United Arab Emirate. B. In Switzerland. C. In Brazil. D. In Singapore.C Cara Lang is 13. She lives in Boston, Massachusetts, U. S. Last Thursday, she didnt go to school. She went to work with her father

27、 instead. Every year, on the fourth Thursday in April, millions of young girls go work. This is Take Our Daughters to Work Day. The girls are between the ages of 9 and 15. They spend the day at work with an adult, usually a mother, father, aunt, or uncle. They go to offices, police stations, laborat

28、ories, and other places where their parents or other family members work. Next year, the day will include sons, too. The Ms. Foundation, an organization for women, started the program about ten years ago. In the U.S., many women work outside the home. The Ms. Foundation wanted girls to find out abou

29、t many different kinds of jobs. Then, when the girls grow up, they can choose a job they like. Caras father is a film director. Cara says,“It was very exciting for me to go to the studio with my dad. I saw a lot of people doing different jobs.”Many businesses have special activities for girls on thi

30、s day. Last year, Cara went to work with her aunt at the University of Massachusetts. In the engineering department, the girls learned to build a bridge with toothpicks and candy. In the chemistry department, they learned to use scales. They learned about many other kinds of jobs, too. Right now, Ca

31、ra does not know what job she will have when she grows up. But because of Take Our Daughters to Work Day, she knows she has many choices.29. What is Caras father?A. An engineer. B. An official. C. A moviemaker. D. A professor. 30. According to the passage, Take Our Daughters to Work Day is _. A. on

32、every Thursday in April B. a day for girls to know about jobs C. a holiday for girls of all ages D. a day for girls to get a job easily31. On this special day, Cara has done all the following EXCEPT that _.A. she worked as an actressB. she learned to use scalesC. she went to work with her auntD. she

33、 used toothpicks and candy to build a bridge32. What is probably the best title for the passage?A. Cara Lang, a Fortunate GirlB. Take Our Daughters to Work DayC. Childrens Day and Work DayD. Ms. Foundation, an Organization for WomenDFood sometimes gets poisoned with harmful things. A person who eats

34、 such food can get an illness called food poisoning. Food poisoning is usually not serious, but some types are deadly. The symptoms of food poisoning usually begin within hours of eating the poisoned food. Fever is one of the most common symptoms. Certain microorganisms(微生物)cause most types of food

35、poisoning. Bacteria and other microorganisms can poison eggs, meat, vegetables, and many other foods. After entering the body, these tiny living things release poisons that make people sick. Some chemicals can also cause food poisoning. They are often added to food while it is being grown, processed

36、, or prepared. For example, many farmers spray chemicals on crops to kill weeds and insects. Some people may have a bad reaction to those chemicals when they eat the crops. Some plants and animals contain natural poisons that are harmful to people. These include certain kinds of seafood, grains, nut

37、s, seeds, beans and mushrooms. When people handle food properly, the risk of food poisoning is very small. Microorganisms multiply rapidly in dirty places and in warm temperatures. This means that people should never touch food with dirty hands or put food on unwashed surfaces. Food should be kept i

38、n a refrigerator to stop microorganisms from growing. Meat needs to be cooked thoroughly to kill any dangerous microorganisms. People should also wash food covered with chemicals before eating it. Finally, people should not eat wild mushrooms or other foods that grow in the wild. Some of these foods

39、 may contain natural materials that are poisonous to humans. In addition, some types of fish can be poisonous. Most people recover from food poisoning after a few days of resting and drinking extra water. If people eat natural poisons, they must go to the hospital right away to have their stomachs e

40、mptied. 33. We know from the passage that the symptoms of food poisoning. A. are only accompanied by a fever B. are too common to be noticedC. can be ignored D. can be noticed within hours34. Food poisoning can be caused by all the following EXCEPT. A. low temperatures B. some chemicalsC. some tiny

41、living things D. certain natural materials35. It can be inferred from the passage that. A. natural materials are safe in food processingB. chemicals are needed in food processingC. food poisoning can be kept under controlD. food poisoning is out of control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

42、的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Easy Ways to Keep Your Brain SharpEveryone is forgetful, but as we age, we start to feel like our brains are slowing down a bit and that can be a very annoying thing. 36 Read on for some techniques worth trying.1. 37 People who regularly made plans and looked forward to upcoming ev

43、ents had a 50 percent reduced chance of Alzheimers disease (早老性痴呆症), according to a recent study. 38 Something as simple as setting a goal to havea weeklycoffeedate with a friend will do. Theres evidence that people who have a purpose in life or who are working onlongor short-term goals appear to do

44、 better. In other words, keep your brain looking forward.2. Go for a walk. Mildly raised glucose (葡萄糖) levels can harm the area of the brain that helps you form memories and physical activity can help getbloodglucose down to normal levels. In fact, exercise produces chemicals that are good for your

45、brain. 39 3. Learn something new. Take a Spanish class online, join a drawing club, or learn to play cards. A study found that mental stimulation (刺激) limits the weakening effects of aging onmemoryand the mind. But the best thing for your brain is when you learn something new and are physically acti

46、ve at the same time. 40 Or go dancing with your friends.A. But dont worry if your schedule isnt filled with life-changing events. B. This can be especially harmful to the aged.C. It should be something like learning gardening.D. So take a few minutes each day to do some reading.E. Focus on the futur

47、e.F. In other words, when you take care of your body, you take care of your brain.G. Luckily, research shows there is a lot you can do to avoid those moments.第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节：完型填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）Last year I went to America and stayed there with an American family for two months.As is s

48、aid, “The best house is in America, the best wife is in Japan, and the best food is in China.” So I 41 pride and pleasure in “the best food” I 42 for my American family. Each day, regardless of my poor skill of cooking, I would do something in a 43 way: changing the dishes color, the meats type or t

49、he soups style. Thus, my American friends could discover the 44 of eating Chinese food. Because of my “ 45 ” job, I was often rewarded by their 46 of thanks such as “very delicious”, “excellent”, etc. 47 something funny happened yesterday when I cooked Sichuan style fish for dinner. I was 48 with my

50、 work. When the whole family sat round the table, they first looked 49 at the fish, then looked at me. “Why do all the fish only have their 50 ?” they asked, “Its terrible!” 51 or terrible? I cant understand. But I do know that fish heads are delicious. The head is the 52 part of fish; in 53 only th

51、e important guest can have the 54 of enjoying it. Another 55 thing is :the American friends often said to me “ 56 ” as they 57 home fruits or other things. According to Chinese tradition I would simply smile in answer to their kindness 58 actually helping myself to any of the food. 59 , I said “help

52、ing yourself” to them whenever I brought home fruits. Dear me! No matter how much or how often I brought home food, as long as it was nice to their taste, they 60 hesitated to use their hands to “help themselves” until all was finished.41. A. took B. shared C. held D. had42. A. left B. fetched C. co

53、oked D. bought43. A. new B. simple C. same D. magic44. A. importance B. joy C. trouble D. way45. A. new B. daily C. hard D. good46. A. smile B. flowers C. talk D. expressions47. A. However B. But C. So D. And48. A. surprised B. pleased C. strict D. proud49. A. worriedly B. excitedly C. surprisedly D

54、. happily50. A. heads B. skins C. tails D. bones51. A. Particular B. Bad C. Comfortable D. Beautiful52. A. biggest B. best C. dearest D. lightest53. A. the West B. China C. USA D. the East54. A. ability B. safety C. chance D. honor55. A. enjoyable B. exciting C. interesting D. common56. A. dear me B

55、. excuse me C. help yourself D. enjoy yourself57. A. collected B. wanted C. bought D. brought58. A. and B. but C. without D. not59. A. In return B. Above all C. After all D. At last60. A. never B. often C. always D. usually第II卷第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第二节：语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（不多于

56、3个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。It was now raining heavily. My husband was away. I did not want to ask anyone else to go with me. So I went to the hospital by 61 . I was taken to a small room. Lina lay 62 (sleep) quietly on a table.This wasnt 63 first time Lina had taken too many pills. I knew she would sleep deep

57、ly for about twelve hours 64 the poison stopped doing its harm.I sat down by Linas side and watched her sleep. The room was still. I looked around. The room seemed familiar. “Have I been here before?” I wondered. I looked around again. “Im sure Ive been in this room,” I told myself. Then I remembere

58、d. It was in this very room 65 I gave birth 66 Lina seventeen years ago. 67 happy I was then!Lina used to be such a bright, 68 (health) and nice child. “What has turned her into a dope-taker (吸毒者)?” I asked myself. “And why are millions of young people like her 69 (take) dope to destroy themselves?

59、There must be something 70 (serious) wrong with our society. What is it?”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）假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。错误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：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的词下划一横线，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; 只允许修改10处,多者(从第1

60、1处起)不计分。Dear Diana,Thank you for the lovely day we have with you. It was so kind for you to let us bring Annes friend, Gina. Fortunately, the only problem was the journey home. There had been a terrible accident on the highway and, for a result, there was a long line of traffic for at least six mile

61、. In the end, we drove to a service station but waited there until the road was clear. In the car park there, Gina nearly knocked over as a car drove out far too quick from behind a lorry. We finally dropped Gina off at his parents and made our own way back to home.Yours, Fiona第二节：书面表达（满分25分）下面是有关中学

62、生睡眠情况的调查表，请根据此写一篇100词左右的英语短文。项目内容日睡眠量绝大多数不足7小时，有些甚至不足6小时，大大低于8小时标准。原因1.作业过多 2.家长，学校一味强调学生成绩，而忽视学生身心健康。对策1减少作业量；2.学生的身心健康需要更多的关心。注意：1.可以适当增加细节，使短文连贯，完整。 2.参考词汇：调查survey; 有负担be burdened with_包头一中高一年级期末考试 英语试题答案 2015.7.22听力 1-5 BCACB 6-10 ACBCB 11-15 BAAAA 16-20 ABACA阅读理解 A篇 CBCA B篇ABDB C篇. CBAB D篇DAC

63、七选五 GEAFC完型填空 41-45 ACABD 46-50 DBBCA 51-55 DBBDC 56-60 CDCAA语法填空 61. myself 62. sleeping 63. the 64. until /before 65. that 66. to 67. How 68. healthy 69. taking 70. seriously 短文改错 1. have-had 2. for-of 3. Fortunately-Unfortunately 4. for-as 5. mile-miles 6. but-and 7. knocked-was/got knocked 8. qu

64、ick- quickly 9. his- her 10. 去掉to书面表达 One possible version:According to a survey made last week, most middle school students only have an average of less than 7 hours sleep each night, much less than required. There are several reasons for this. First of all, the students are burdened with too much

65、homework. Another important reason is that school and parents pay less attention to their sleep. But, in fact, this will be harmful to their health. So we must take some measures to stop this. First，less homework should be given to the students by teachers or parents. Second, more attention should be paid to their health. Third, the living conditions for them should be improved