安徽省淮北市龙兴中学2023-2024学年高一上学期期末考试英语试题(无答案 无听力音频 无听力原文)

2023—2024学年上学期期末考试
高一英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
注意事项：
1. 本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）两部分。答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答第I卷时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 回答第II卷时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
4. 测试范围：
5. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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。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. Why does the boy have to hurry
A. He has to get up early.
B. He is late for the school trip.
C. He hasn’t started cleaning his teeth.
2. When can Charlotte watch her program according to the boy
A. When she wants to.
B. When her mother says so.
C. When the boy plays football.
3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Strangers. B. Co-workers. C. Husband and wife.
4. How will the man go to work
A. By car. B. By bike. C. By bus.
5. What did the woman do
A. She repaired a skirt.
B. She bought a new skirt.
C. She made a hole in a skirt.
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the man want to do
A. Start a team project. B. Plan an evening out. C. Hold a dinner party.
7. What will the speakers start planning soon
A. What they will eat. B. Who they will invite. C. Where they will celebrate.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the weather like
A. Windy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
9. What does the woman suggest taking
A. A laptop. B. A sun hat. C. A spare pair of boots.
10. What does the man decide to do in the end
A. Keep to the plan. B. Give up camping. C. Plan another trip.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How does the woman feel about her exam results
A. Disappointed. B. Excited. C. Shocked.
12. What does the man suggest they do
A. Throw a party. B. Go for a picnic. C. Run in the park.
13. What will the man do next
A. Text his friends. B. Meet his parents. C. Apply to a university.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What does the man think has improved after learning Italian
A. His reading ability. B. His memory. C. His curiosity.
15. Where did the woman know about the benefit of language learning
A. From a teacher. B. From an article. C. From a language partner.
16. What does the woman probably want to do
A. Go to Germany. B. Teach at a college. C. Take Portuguese classes.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the main topic of the talk
A. The future of the planet.
B. The introduction of new houses.
C. The ways to protect the environment.
18. Where is the talk being given
A. In an office. B. In a garden. C. In a house.
19. Why does the speaker ask the listeners to put up their hand
A. To hear about their questions.
B. To count the number of people present.
C. To see how many people have made a decision.
20. What are the neighbors encouraged to do
A. Pick flowers. B. Plant vegetables. C. Relax in the garden.
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，共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。
(A)
Four Cool Languages
Chinese
Around 1.4 billion people speak Chinese. Chinese is a tonal（声调的）language, meaning that changing the tone of just one syllable（音节）can affect a word’s meaning. Chinese writing has ancient roots, which is thought to have developed starting around 2000 B. C.
Arabic
Over 370 million people speak Arabic. Written Arabic uses a cursive-style font（连笔）that looks more like artworks than writing. Arabic is written from right to left rather than left to right, making it different from many other languages.
English
Around 379 million people speak English as a native language. It’s an official language in a huge number of other countries.
English is the most widely spoken second language, with over a billion people speaking it as a non-native language. That means around twice as many people speak English as a second language than people who speak it as a first language.
Italian
Nearly 68 million people speak Italian. If you play music or sing, chances are that you already know a lot of Italian because many familiar musical terms are actually Italian.
Not only will learning Italian help you pick up vocabulary, but it will also help you understand the meanings of musical terms in greater depth.
21. What is a feature of Arabic
A. It doesn’t have cursive-style fonts. B. It helps artists with their artworks.
C. It is written from right to left. D. It is closely related to music.
22. Which language is the most widely used as a second language in the world
A. Arabic. B. English. C. Chinese. D. Italian.
23. What’s the number of people who speak Italian
A. Nearly 68 million. B. Around 370 million. C. Over 379 million. D. Around 1.4 billion.
(B)
WHY SHENNONGJIA
As we know, in 2016, Shennongjia made it on to the UNESCO World Heritage List. But there are so many important places not yet on this list. So you might ask: why Shennongjia
UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. It contains a naturally-balanced environment that allows the many and various species to live and prosper. It is also one of the rare locations in the world where scientists can observe in real time the ecological and biological processes that occur as the plants and animals develop and evolve.
For the first criterion, Shennongjia is apparently one of the most “complete” natural areas in the world. The region rises from about 400 metres to over 3,000 metres above sealevel, giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”.
For the second criterion, we can see that Shennongjia has incredible biodiversity. Look at this slide. According to official statistics, over 3, 000 plant species have been recorded there. This represents more than ten percent of China’s total floral richness.
It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. Thanks to their efforts, the monkey’s population has doubled since the 1980s.Their number reached over 1, 300 in 2015 and continues to grow.
But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people, who take things from nature without causing damage. I visited a local village which is known for its home-made honey. What is special about the honey is that it is produced by the earliest species of Chinese bee. All of this explains why Shennongjia earned-and deserves-its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as well as highlighting how understanding, awareness and hard work have contributed towards protecting a unique and wonderful part of our natural world.
24. Why is Shennongjia included in the UNESCO World Heritage List
A. Because its forests stretch on and on like great green seas.
B. Because it is the legendary father of Chinese herbal medicine.
C. Because it satisfies the two requirements for the status.
D. Because it has the mysterious creature called “Yeren”.
25. Shennongjia is also called the “______”.
A. Roof of Central China B. Roof of Northern China
C. Roof of Eastern China D. Roof of Southern China
26. How does the author think of the scientists in Shennongjia
A. Patient. B. Careful. C. Confident. D. Hard-working.
27. According to the text, what impressed the author most
A. A local village. B. The local people. C. Some special monkeys. D. The wild bees.
(C)
The Yellow River is the cradle of China’s civilization. And flood control and prevention have always been key to the wellbeing of the people living along it. Now, scientists can better work on these issues by giving the river a digital twin.
The digital twin of the Yellow River uses various technologies, including big data, artificial intelligence, and the internet of things. Devices（设备）set up along the river collect and transmit information to the center. Based on the information, a 3D model of the river is presented on the computer screen. It’s like the Yellow River has a twin that reflects its real conditions.
One big breakthrough in the river’s digital governance（治理）is “smart stones”. According to Wang Qin, a lead researcher at the Information Center of Yellow River Henan Bureau, a smart stone is a water-proof stone-shaped device with chips, a battery, and a signal transmitter. They are buried in important dike（堤坝）locations to record and report the movement of dike stones. “Upon feeling movement of the dike stones, the smart stone sends an alarm to the center for quick response,” Wang said.
“In the past, researchers had to learn the conditions of the dike on the spot by themselves, putting their lives at risk,” said Zhao Xiao from the bureau. “Now the smart stones can do this for us, more safely, quickly, and accurately.”
And in the sky, drones（无人机）are flying. On the routes designed by engineers, the drones become expert patrollers（巡逻员）of the river, looking at its dikes and flood prevention projects. According to Shen Lin from the Yellow River Conservancy Commission, thanks to the drones, researchers at the command center can get first-hand photos and information. “Researchers then update the 3D model according to the changes the drones reported. The newly updated model helps us test our floodwater release plans in case we ever need to batten down the hatches（未雨绸缪）,” said Shen.
Under the water and up in the sky, intelligence systems are helping to protect the Yellow River Basin on all fronts. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, in the future, we can expect to see the construction of an even more comprehensive digital system for this important river.
28. What is the main purpose of creating a digital twin of the Yellow River
A. To conduct historical research.
B. To create a virtual tourist attraction.
C. To raise public awareness of river protection.
D. To improve flood control and prevention efforts.
29. How do the smart stones contribute to the river’s digital governance
A. They record water quality.
B. They improve the river’s beauty.
C. They monitor and report dike movements.
D. They serve as markers for important locations.
30. What is one of the functions of drones in the digital governance of the Yellow River
A. Entertaining tourists.
B. Collecting information on dike conditions.
C. Patrolling and take wildlife photos.
D. Testing water quality.
31. What does the under lined word “comprehensive” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Complete. B. Basic. C. Beautiful. D. Natural.
(D)
Any creature or person that has both organic（与有机体有关的）and non-organic body parts can technically be considered a cyborg. This means that anyone who has a pace-maker to control their heartbeat, or a cochlear implant（耳蜗移植）to restore their hearing, could technically be called one.
The above are examples of “restorative” cyborgs, because technology is restoring an ability that a healthy human would normally have. More recent advancements in this field include robotic arms and legs, which are controlled by sensors（传感器）to receive muscle signals. Recently, brain implants have allowed disabled people to perform simple computer tasks.
But with these rapid advances in technology, another variety of cyborg will soon become more common — ‘Advanced’ cyborgs. If it’s possible to make man-made body parts which are as good as their organic ones, then surely it will become possible to make ones that are even better.
Possible cyborg advancements that may exist in the future include man-made joints which increase your speed and strength. Advanced brain chips（芯片）which allow you to control machines with a thought. Or visual implants which improve your eyesight or allow you to see colors that can’t be seen previously to the human eye.
However, some people worry that this technology could be dangerous. New ways of exciting the pleasure centers of people’s brains could lead to new forms of addiction. Others worry that it could lead to inequality in healthcare, with the high cost of implants causing the wealthy to gain further advantages over the poor.
Implants which restore the abilities of those who are injured are a wonderful medical advancement. But as physical enhancements that allow people to do more and live longer become more common, the choice will be between combining with machines or being left behind.
32.Which of the following is a cyborg
A. A pace-maker. B. A robot with strong arms.
C. A brain implant. D. An animal with a robotic leg.
33. What ability may an advanced cyborg have according to the text
A. Seeing more colors than normal people. B. Directing people with brain.
C. Creating the man-made joints. D. Repairing the organic body parts.
34. What can we infer from the text
A. The poor could gain new addiction. B. The wealthy could live longer than the poor.
C. Cyborgs no longer need healthcare. D. Cyborgs could avoid any form of injury.
35.Where can the text be found
A. A report on a robotic project. B. A fictional novel on cyborgs.
C. A fitness and well-being brochure. D. A magazine on new science.
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。
Chinese culture values family bonds（纽带）very much. Family members don’t just gather during the holidays, in fact they often live under one roof all year round.
Different cultures have different family values. 36
In most East Asian cultures, extended families（大家庭） are common. 37 According to the Atlantic, 90 percent of children in Shanghai and 70 percent of children in Beijing were cared for by their grandparents. Chinese people believe that “a grandparent is a treasure to their family”.
In many Western countries, most families are nuclear families（小家庭）.These are only made up of children and their parents.
Additionally, the duties parents have toward their children can also differ.
38 It’s normal for parents to pay for their children’s college, help them find a job, or buy them an apartment. Chinese adults also follow their parents’ opinions when making major life decisions, more often than not.
In most Western countries, however, kids usually move out of the house after they turn 18 years old. 39 Also, if they choose to keep living with their parents after becoming an adult, it can be seen by some as a failure on their part.
While the East cares more about close family bonds, the West values privacy and independence. 40 Families will always be a source of love, warmth, and care for people around the world.
A. But in the end, home is best-east or west.
B. Nuclear families are the most common type in China.
C. Both Easterners and Westerners value quality family time.
D. Families in the east and west are very different from each other.
E. These families have three or even four generations living together.
F. In China, many parents look after their children all the way into adulthood.
G. Many college students often work part-time in order to pay for tuition and rent.
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）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I was in my college, I have a full class schedule and a part-time job. I 41 had time for exercise. On top of that, my lifestyle as a starving college student lent itself to many a fast-food run. Undoubtedly, I was 42 .
After graduation, I decided to go to the 43 . Together with a friend, I began to work out 44 . I was very satisfied. My friend, however, became 45 . One day, he suggested that we take up a sport.
Me Sports No way. I was not 46 , and no one was going to change my mind. However, after a few weeks, I stepped onto an outdoor racquetball court（球场）unwillingly. I hit the ball, sending it flying in every direction（方向）except for the direction that I had 47 .
But just as I was beginning to feel comfortable.my friend suggested we play tennis 48 . Tennis I can’t play tennis! I was 49 against his new suggestion. However, weeks later, I found myself standing on a tennis court. 50 . I ran after every ball that he served to me, completely 51 about ninety percent of them, and hitting the rest into the woods and the other court.
The first few months were quite 52 . But one day, as the ball came flying toward me, my racket and the ball finally met in what tennis players consider as the “sweet spot”. I watched 53 as my return landed powerfully on the other side of the court, almost exactly where I had aimed. I had finally learned how to play tennis properly（正确的）!
Obviously, if I hadn’t stepped outside of my comfort zone（区域）, I would have never 54 how much I enjoyed tennis. I began to try new things willingly, with a sense of 55 .
41. A. seldom B. always C. finally D. still
42. A. lazy B. overweight C. diet D. good
43. A. woods B. court C. gym D. zone
44. A. often B. independently C. skillfully D. properly
45. A. calm B. inspired C. angry D. bored
46. A. relaxed B. rich C. afraid D. athletic
47. A. changed B. expected C. followed D. traveled
48. A. formally B. normally C. again D. instead
49. A. hardly B. strongly C. partly D. strangely
50. A. Awkwardly B. Actively C. Amazingly D. Rudely
51. A. carrying B. missing C. seeing D. holding
52. A. useful B. sweet C. satisfying D. hard
53. A. in peace B. in person C. in surprise D. in a hurry
54. A. questioned B. wondered C. discovered D. remembered
55. A. excitement B. fear C. duty D. pride
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个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Chinese characters are so 56 (amaze) that even many foreigners are crazy about them. For the past three decades, Richard Sears has been focused on one thing: telling many 57 (story) behind Chinese characters. His interest in Chinese language and characters dates back to 1972, when he was a 22-year-old physics major in the USA.
He built a website in 2002 and named it Chinese Etymology（词源）, 58 provides visitors with opportunities to check the development of Chinese characters in a variety of forms for free. Because of this well-received website, he 59 (become) Uncle Hanzi, a nickname （昵称）which was given by Chinese netizens.
In September, Sears set up 60 (he) studio in Nanjing as part of the local government’s plan to promote Chinese culture. To help both Chinese 61 foreign learners have a better understanding of Chinese characters, the studio concentrates 62 telling stories behind Chinese characters with the aid of technology. They have made over 60 videos in English with Chinese subtitles for Bilibili, a popular video website among young people. 63 (watch) the videos not only brings fun but also makes people know more about Chinese characters, leaving them a deep 64 (impress).
With the tireless efforts of people like Richard Sears and the government’s support, 65 (many) people will appreciate the beauty of Chinese characters fully.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，你的美国朋友Charles将来中国过春节并了解到将会收到中国亲友的压岁钱（lucky money）。因此，他来信想了解压岁钱这一中国春节习俗。请你给他写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 压岁钱的寓意；
2. 收压岁钱的礼仪。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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第二节（满分25分）
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写词数应为100词左右。
“Surprise!” was the first thing I heard when I opened the door. My family and friends were all smiling at me. There were colorful balloons all over the house, a big poster saying “HAPPY BIRTHDAY”, and of course a cake with 12 candles. It was a wonderful feeling. I knew that I had finally turned twelve and I might possibly get the thing I wanted most.
I saw my mom and dad coming towards me with a small box which seemed to be a birthday present. When I opened the box, I couldn’t believe my eyes. I had really gotten a mobile phone! Throwing myself into their arms, I let out a cry of joy, “Thank you! I love you guys!”
“You’re welcome. We knew this was going to make you happy but we didn’t only get you this because you turned twelve, but also because you are doing well in school. We expect you to keep getting good grades.”
“Of course I will.” I said confidently.
As soon as I got to school the next morning, I was showing off my phone and asking everyone for their number. It was cool how I got so many contacts on the first day.
It felt like I didn’t even exist in that class anymore. I wouldn’t pay much attention to the teachers because I was too busy on my phone. However, I didn’t get caught using it.
I am pretty sure that the teacher did notice that I stopped paying attention to her because a week later we took a test and I failed. What was worse, my mom had to sign the test.
It was hard to show my mom the test. She was used to seeing A’s and B’s on my tests. Finally, I showed it to her, and she couldn’t believe it. She was angry but most of all, she was disappointed.
注意：
1. 续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头已给出。
Paragraph 1:
Realizing the reason for my failure, my parents started to dislike the fact that I had a phone.
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Paragraph 2:
Then I started to wonder if I was wrong.
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