山西省平遥二中2020-2021学年高一英语上学期1月周测试题（八）.doc

1、山西省平遥二中2020-2021学年高一英语上学期1月周测试题（八）一 阅读理解（10 X 5）(一) Music and art festivals are fun and exciting events. If you are planning to go to a festival, its important to plan your trip carefully to ensure that youre safe and have a good time. Bring clothes to keep warm or cool In addition to your fun festi

2、val clothing, pack a raincoat, some light tank tops, and a sweater or sweatshirt. Dont forget longer pants for cool evenings or bad weather. In general, its best to leave your umbrella at home because they can be dangerous in large crowds. Get a cheap tent and sleeping bag for muti-day festivals A m

3、ajority of people end up throwing their tent away after long festivals, since they normally break from the use. Pick up a less expensive tent with enough room for you and your friends and pack a comfortable sleeping bag for yourself. If you dont want to camp at the festival, remember to book an Airb

4、nb or a hotel room nearby! Place a first aid kit in a proper place Before the festival, buy a small first aid kit with band aids, and any medication that you need to take, in case you get minor injuries or a headache. Keep it in a proper place thats easily accessible, like your tent or car. 1. Why s

5、hould umbrella be left at home?A. They take up too much space.B. The weather will be terribleC. They might hurt someone.D. Travelers prefer raincoat 2. What do most people do with tents after festivals? A. Sell themB. Return themC. Pack them upD. Throw them away 3. What is suggested about the first

6、aid kit? A. It should be put at hand. B. It ought to be big enough. C. It must contain all medicines. D. It has to be placed in the car.（二）I was raised in a house where my sister and I werent trusted by our mother to manage our own appearance. A few years ago, I was home for a visit when my mom, now

7、 in her early 70s called me into her bedroom.We were ready to leave for dinner. “I dont know what to wear.”she complained. “You girls always look so good.” I paused in the doorway and looked at her, wondering if Id misheard. “What do you mean?”I asked her. “You know what to wear.” “No,” she answered

8、. “I dont. Can you pick some for me?” I was so surprised. This was the same woman that, in 1989. told my younger sister she wasnt allowed to leave the house wearing a pair of ripped(撕碎的) jeans; the same woman that, in high school called me while I was out at a party to ask if my hair was tied up. “Y

9、ou look better with it down,” she told me. Before I could answer I realized, suddenly, that my mother not only wanted my opinion, but also needed it. I pulled pair of blue jeans and a light blue sweater. “Wear them with your black shoes,” I told her. She did. My mother certainly doesnt need anyone t

10、o take care of her. In fact, she still cares for my grandmother who lives with her. But with that question, my mother and I started the role reversal(转换) that happens to all parents and all children, from caregivers to receivers. Now, if Im visiting or were together, its rare for her to wear anythin

11、g without checking with me first. But every so often, it seems that she asks me just to be able to disagree with my answer and pick out something on her own. And when she does, I just tell her what I think of the way she looks. Sometimes its “awful”.4. How did the author react the first time her mot

12、her asked her for advice on clothes? A. She was happy to do something for her mother.B. She came to realize that her mother needed her care.C. She was worried that her mother was too old to live alone.D. She had no idea what was suitable for her mother.5. When the daughter gives her opinion about cl

13、othes, what does her mother do? A. She always accepts her suggestions happily.B. She sometimes chooses to follow her own ideas.C. She is often surprised by what the author says.D. She still shows uncertainty about what to wear.6. Whats the authors purpose of writing this article? A. She wants to sho

14、w what it is like to have a strict mother.B. She wants to remind readers to visit their parents often.C. She wants to stress her mothers great influence on her.D. She wants to show how the roles of parents and their children reverse. （三） Many studies have shown how playing video games can lead to st

15、ructural changes in the brain, including increasing the size of some regions, or to functional changes, such as activating the areas responsible for attention. New research from the University at Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) has gone further to show how cognitive(认知的)changes can take place even years a

16、fter people stop playing. The study involved 27 people between the ages of 18 and 40 with and without any kind of experience with video gaming. “People who were video gamers before adolescence, despite no longer playing, performed better with the working memory tasks, which require mentally holding

17、and processing information to get a result, said Marc Palaus, the author of the study. The results show that people without experience of playing video games as a child did not benefit from improvements in processing and avoiding irrelevant stimuli(刺激).Indeed, they were slower than those who had pla

18、yed games as children, which matched what had been seen in earlier studies. “People who played regularly as children performed better from the outset in processing 3D objects, although these differences were narrowed after the period of training in video gaming, when both groups showed similar level

19、s said Palaus. The study lasted a month and the researchers analyzed participants cognitive skills, including working memory, at three points: before starting the training in video gaming, at the end of the training, and fifteen days later. The video game used was Nintendos Super Mario 64. According

20、 to Palaus, what most video games have in common is that they involve elements that make people want to continue playing, and that they gradually get harder and present a constant challenge. “These two things are enough to make it an attractive and motivating activity, which, in turn, requires const

21、ant and intense use of our brains resources. “Video games are a perfect recipe for strengthening our cognitive skills, almost without our noticing. However, its not the reason for playing too much, he said.7. What can be learned about the study?A.I t looks at different games.B. It is aimed at adult

22、gamers.C. Its participants are adults.D. Its author likes playing games.8. How did people playing no video games as children behave in the study?A.They tended to ignore irrelevant stimuli.B.They failed to physically hold 3D objects.C.They performed very slowly after training.D.They did worse in work

23、ing memory tasks.9. What may Marc Palaus suggest doing?A.Finding recipes for better cognitive skills.B.Avoiding getting addicted to video games.C.Trying less challenging video games.D.Forbidding video games for the young.10. What is the best title for the text?A.Playing Video Games as Kids Can Cause

24、 Changes in BrainB.Video Gamers Memorize Information Much More QuicklyC.Video Games Help to Improve Childrens Working MemoryD.Playing Video Games Benefits Cognitive Skills Even Years Later二 七选五（5X6）How to lower costs and improve the living quality? There are numerous products posted on social media,

25、 and you might believe an electric toothbrush, Luna facial cleaning massager, a flight ticket to Phuket and so on will bring you a better life. But for many graduates or those who have worked for only one or two years, your income cannot keep pace with expense. 11 Heres how: Keep running or doing yo

26、ga It seems to be a challenge to afford a fitness center costing over 10,000 yuan in annual fees or for a personal trainer. But you can buy a pair of sneakers or a yoga mat instead. Running in a park regularly or doing yoga at home using free online resources is definitely a type of quality life. 12

27、 Go to museums or libraries Chasing young good-looking stars, watching their films and buying expensive tickets for their concerts are popular with many young people. 13 You seem to fail take into account a variety of exhibitions and resources updated frequently in major cities. Why not have a try?

28、What you need to do is to choose themes that you are interested in, make an online appointment in advance and then enjoy your weekend. 14 For some young people, the easy and instant access and the discount codes of online shopping make it an addictive draw. Sometimes what you buy online is not only

29、what you really need and the demand are created by the producers. For example, many buy new clothing and they dont wear. 15 Money is not the only thing that can drive your quality of living, but your optimistic attitude towards life and self-disciplined way of life are.A. Stop over-spending onlineB.

30、 Limit your shopping spendingC. So, how can we save some money an improve quality of life?D. Making money and saving money are not the final goal of life.E. To live a quality life requires more self-discipline than moneyF. However, this would do little to enrich your spiritual life and add to econom

31、y burdens.G. Exercises is more rewarding than holding a membership card at an expensive fitness club.三 语法填空（10X2）On our way to the house, it was raining 16 hard that we couldnt help wondering how long it would take 17 (get) there. It was in the middle of Pearl City. We were first greeted with the ba

32、rking by a pack 18 dogs, seven to be exact. They were all trained by their masters 19 had great experience with caring for these animals. Our host shared many of their experiences and 20 (recommend) wonderful places to eat ,shop, and visit. For breakfast, we were able to eat papaya(木瓜)and other frui

33、t from their trees in the backyard. When they were free from work, they invited us to local events and let us know of an interesting 21 (compete) to watch, together with the story behind it. They also shared with us many 22 (tradition) stories about Hawaii that were 23 (huge) popular with tourists.

34、On the last day of our week-long stay, we 24 (invite)to attend a private concert on a beautiful farm on the North Shore under the stars, 25 (listen) to musicians and meeting interesting locals. 一 阅读理解 （10X5）12345678910二 七选五 （ 5X6）1112131415 三 语法填空（10X2）16._ 21._17._ 22._ 18._ 23._19._ 24._20._ 25._平遥二中高一年级英语周练（8）答案一 阅读理解（10X5）12345678910CDABBDCDBD二 七选五（5X6）11-15 C G F A E三 语法填空（10X2） 16. so petition17. to get 22. traditional18. of 23. hugely19. who/that 24.were invited20. recommended25. listening