四川省宜宾市珙县中学校2023-2024学年高一下学期4月月考英语试题（word版含答案，无听力音频及听力原文）

珙县中学校2023-2024学年高一下学期4月月考
英语试题
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡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。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将答题卡交回。
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. What does the man want to do now
A. Have dinner. B. Watch the news. С. Set the table.
2. How much was the kitchen table two years ago
A. $80. B. $60. C. $20.
3. What does the man think of the doctor's advice
A. Disappointing. B. Unusual. C. Satisfying.
4. What are the speakers probably talking about
A. A dictionary. В. A page. C. A book.
5. When will the flowers be on show
A. On Sunday. В. On Saturday. C. On Friday.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Waiter and customer. C. Husband and wife.
7. What does Cindy need
A. A cake. B. Two eggs. C. Some coffee.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In an office. B. At school. C. At home.
9. Why does the man leave
A. To work in another company.
B. To study abroad.
C. To live close to his family.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Who is Danny
A. A clerk. B. A waiter. C. A chef.
11. Where is Danny working now
A. In a restaurant. B. In a hotel. C. In a cafe.
12. What is Danny going to do next
A. Make a cake. B. Give a short speech. C. Talk to his customers.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. What did the man get this time
A. The gold. В. The silver. C. The bronze.
14. How did the man feel at the second fence
A. Quite excited. B. Rather tired. C. Absent-minded.
15. What happened at the water jump
A. The man came off the horse.
B. The water made the horse nervous.
С. Something in the crowd upset the horse.
16. What will the man do tomorrow
A. Run in another race. В. Be on a TV show. C. Visit a friend.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
17. How is the weather this morning
A. Windy. В. Snowy. C. Rainy.
18. Where is the speaker right now
A. At the top of Mount Raven. B. In the newsroom. C. On a ski slope.
19. What is the lowest temperature tomorrow
A.-7℃. B.-12℃. C. -20℃.
20. What does the speaker suggest skiers do tomorrow
A. Stay indoors. B. Dress warmly. C. Watch sports news.
第二部分：阅读理解（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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
A
While established by Woodrow Wilson as a holiday in the United States in 1913, the practice of recognizing mothers on a specific day or at a specific time of year has spread to more than 40 countries. Here's a look at the various traditions.
France
Mother's Day in France is celebrated on the last Sunday in May, unless it conflicts with the Pentecost(五旬节). If it does, it will be celebrated on the first Sunday of June. Regardless of the day, a traditional gift is a flower-shaped cake.
Japan
Following World War I, Mother's Day in Japan gained some popularity, and it is now celebrated on the second Sunday of May. Gifts include red or pink carnations(康乃馨) as they represent sweetness and purity. Children will often draw pictures of their mothers and present them to Mom in addition to preparing dishes that their mothers have taught them.
Sweden
Celebrated on the last Sunday in May, the day isn't all that different from the U.S. version. There's breakfast in bed and homemade cards and the like. One difference is that the Swedish Red Cross collects money by selling red plastic flowers. The money from the flowers goes to mothers and children in need.
Thailand
While all mothers are recognized during Mother's Day in Thailand, the holiday is largely centered on Sirikit, the queen consort（王后） of Thailand. Mother's Day is celebrated on her birthday, August 12, and public places and homes are decorated with lights and pictures of Sirikit. Flowers like jasmine are popular gifts.
21.What do Japanese children usually do for their mothers on Mother's Day
A.Buy pictures. B.Cook meals. C.Grow flowers. D.Present cards.
22.Which country has a fixed date for Mother's Day
A.France. B.Japan. C.Thailand. D.Sweden.
23.What's the author's purpose in writing the text
A.To tell us how different countries celebrate Mother's Day.
B.To protect traditions of Mother's Day in different places.
C.To introduce the origin and development of Mother's Day.
D.To call on us to show respect for our mothers on Mother's Day.
B
As a well-known Chinese TV hostess, Dong Qing is now hosting two cultural shows, Chinese Poetry Conference and Readers. The two shows are encouraging people to love traditional culture and find the beauty of life.
Dong was born in a highly educated family in 1973. she had a great love for traditional literature from an early age. In 2015 when she was about to study in the U.S, Dong received an invitation from the director of Chinese Poetry Conference asking her to be the hostess. Because of her passion for traditional literature, Dong accepted the job.
"The contest interests me very much. Hosting it is a process of learning about poetry and performing, "said Dong. To her great joy, the show has become more and more popular.
Under the slogan(口号) "Reading touches people's hearts", the new TV show Readers has become a success. It invites famous guests from all walks of life to read something. Dong works as both hostess and producer.
Readers became a turning point in Dong's 21 years of hosting She said it brought her "quite a huge challenge".
"There is no shortcut(捷径) in this world. If you want to be a good host, you need to make thorough preparations," said the beautiful hostess. "The charm of life lies in its unknown, so we just have to try and keep going."
24. What shows is Dong Qing hosting now
A. The Readers.
B. Chinese Poetry Conference.
C. Chinese Poetry Conference and The Readers.
D. Sing! China.
25. What does Dong Qing do at present
A. An actress B. A singer C. A hostess D. A hostess and producer
26. The underlined word "passion" in the second paragraph probably means "great __".
A. love B. joy C. surprise D. pride
27. What's the best title for the text
A. Find the Beauty of Life B. How to Be a Successful TV Hostess
C. Reading Touches People’s Hearts D. Dong Qing—a Talented Lady
C
What can be both red or green, round or sharp, big or small, and more importantly, loved or hated by someone Yes, the answer is chilies(辣椒).
Many of us in China enjoy adding chilies to our food but did you know that this spicy vegetable could also be dangerous "A 34-year-old US man recently ended up in hospital after eating a Carolina Reaper, the spiciest chili people have known so far. After taking just a single bite of one, the man suffered from serious headaches in the following days," reported BBC News.
In fact, eating spicy food causes stomachache and headaches. But if chilies are harmful, why do people like to eat this vegetable So what makes people love chilies so much "The human body is influenced by natural chemicals that produce a sense of happiness", noted BBC News.
And chilies do good to people in another way. Scientists found that the death rate of those who eat spicy food once or twice a week is 10 percent lower than those who eat it less than once a week. The death rate is 14 percent lower for those who eat spicy food six to seven times a week. This encourages people to eat more spicy food to improve health and bring less death risk at an early age. So, don't worry if you love spicy food. It seems that chilies are actually good for us.
28.What is the main idea of the second paragraph
A. Eating chilies can be dangerous. B. The US man died in hospital.
C. The US man often had headaches. D. The Chinese enjoy eating chilies.
29. People like to eat chilies because _____.
A. chilies do no harm to people B. the chili is a kind of vegetable
C. they can get personal enjoyment D. chemicals in chilies make them mad
30. What is true about the last paragraph
A. The more chilies you eat, the longer you live.
Scientists encourage us to add chilies to our food.
C. We should eat spicy food six times a week.
D. Proper spicy food may improve our health.
31. Which of the following can be the best title
A. Eating chilies, a healthy lifestyle
B. A loved and hated vegetable
C. Chili—a harmful vegetable
D. Causes of stomachache
D
A British friend told me he couldn't understand why Chinese people love eating sunflower seeds (磕瓜子) as a snack so much. "I've met a lot of older Chinese and many have a crack in their front teeth; I believe that's from cracking the seeds," he said.
I had never noticed the habit, but once he mentioned it, I suddenly became more aware. I realized that whenever I'm watching TV or typing a report, I always start mindlessly cracking sunflower seeds. My friend doesn't like sunflower seeds, and, to him, it seems unnecessary to work so much just to get one small seed.
When we were young, the whole family would usually get together for Chinese New Year. Then, we all lived close to one another, usually in a small city, and sometimes even neighbors would go door-to-door on Chinese New Year's Eve to check out what every household was making.
I remember my parents would be in the kitchen cooking. Out in the living room, a large table would already be laid out, complete with fancy tablecloth, ready-made dumpling fillings, and dishes full of candy, fruits and sunflower seeds. Some of the dishes were to be offered to our ancestors later, while others were for neighbors and children to eat before the evening feast. I must have learned how to crack sunflower seeds back then.
I don't think it's right to criticize one's choice in food or eating habits, no matter how strange they may seem.
It's not only in China. When I went abroad, I found people had all kinds of strange habits when it came to food. In Denmark, they put salted red fish on bread and eat it for dinner, no matter how much it ruins your breath. They think it's a delicacy (美味佳肴), and it's connected to their certain culture. I think it's a wonderful tradition.
What did the writer become aware of
A.She had ever typed a report about seeds.
B.She had various snacks while watching TV.
C.She damaged her teeth by eating sunflower seeds.
D.She had a habit of cracking sunflower seeds.
33.What does the writer prove by mentioning Chinese New Year
A.The traditions of celebrating it disappear.
B.Eating sunflower seeds is related to it.
C.The families get together for it.
D.Children can eat delicious food on that day.
34.The writer's attitude to Denmark's way of eating bread is _________.
A.neutral(中立的) B.critical(批评的) C.acceptable D.doubtful
35.What lesson can we learn from the story
A.One kind of food doesn't necessarily suit everyone.
B.It is good to form healthy eating habits.
C.Eating habits come from a certain culture.
D.Changing your eating habits will change your life.
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。
Spring Festival
Spring Festival is regarded as the most significant festival of the year among the Chinese. 36 .
There are a number of things people usually do before Spring Festival. One of these is cleaning the house for the New Year. Dust makes people think of old things. 37 . Another important custom is to decorate their doors with red couplets. The words on the couplets express hopes for a new year.
The most important custom of Spring Festival is the big family dinner on the eve of the Chinese New Year. This is usually a big reunion of grandparents, parents, and children. 38 . That is why millions of Chinese people travel long distances to get home before the eve of the Chinese New Year.
When the Chinese New Year comes, there are many interesting festival customs such as "lucky money” in red packets or greetings like “Xinnian Hao” or “Gongxi Facai". Another custom is to pay visits to relatives and bring them gifts. 39 .In addition, friends and family go out to enjoy loud and colourful fireworks, spend time at temple fairs, and watch exciting dragon and lion dances.
40 . It is a special occasion to return home and reunite with family members. This deeply rooted tradition has been a necessary part of Chinese culture for a very long time, and will continue to live forever in the hearts of the Chinese people.
A.Commonly exchanged gifts include food, wine and tea
B.They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life
C.It reflects people's wishes, belief, faith, and attitudes towards life
D.It reflects how important the family is to Chinese people around the world
E.It lasts 15 days but the days of preparation beforehand are also considered important
F.Therefore, sweeping dust is a way of saying goodbye to the old and hello to the new
G.Spring Festival symbolizes a farewell to the old and a welcome to the new
第三部分 语言运用(共四节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空 (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。
I had been eating and cooking typical Midwest meals for years, and I had to say there weren't many different kinds of food at dinner. After I married, my husband told me that it was time I 41 my food comfort zone.
When he 42 to take me to dinner at a nearby restaurant that served a grand buffet, I accepted 43 . I thought I couldn't go wrong, and 44 yards and yards of comfort foods.
We gave the server our drink order and then 45 the other hungry people choosing the buffet. I turned left, and he went right. I filled my dish with salad, topped it with my 46 dressing and returned to our table. Then my husband returned with a dish filled with crab legs.
He smiled across the table at me.“Have a(n) 47 of the crab legs,” he said.
I lifted a crab leg from the plate, and then 48 it. It smelt strange. I looked around, 49 someone would rescue me, but no one 50 .They were busy with their own crab legs.
"Come on. It'll be good for you to try something new,” my husband said.
At last, I plucked up the courage to give the crab leg a 51 . I managed to break the shell and cut my finger on the shell. I finally 52 using the tip of my knife to dig bits of meat out of the shell. I'd never had to work so 53 for a meal. 54_ ,it tasted good. I 55 the rich, sweet taste.
41.A.found B.left C.kept D.tested
42.A.agreed B.began C.happened D.offered
43.A.happily B.nervously C.shyly D.unwillingly
44.A.cooked B.suggested C.imagined D.remembered
45.A.treated B.understood C.encouraged D.joined
46.A.usual B.private C.healthy D.new
47.A.order B.taste C.picture D.list
48.A.lost B.took C.forgot D.dropped
49.A.hoping B.believing C.realizing D.promising
50.A.returned B.refused C.noticed D.answered
51.A.change B.check C.try D.touch
52.A.talked about B.worried about C.gave up D.ended up
53.A.easily B.carelessly C.hard D.well
54.A.Surprisingly B.Naturally C.Secretly D.Unluckily
55.A.missed B.described C.enjoyed D.minded
第二节 单句语境填空 (每小题2分，满分10分)
56.Like many retired people, my grandparents always take a trip to some tourist ______________ (attract) in spring.
57. Word came that Li Hua was ________________ (admit) to Beijing University as a consequence of his hard work.
58. When they took part in an international camp, they were given the chance to go abroad and get involved in all _____________(sort) of activities.
59.　_________(original) ,tomatoes were planted in South America and in the 16th century, they spread to other parts of the world.
60. I would appreciate it if you could reply to my application at your earliest ________________ (convenient).
第三节 篇章填空 (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。
61 _(grow) up in England with a British father and a Chinese mother, I've enjoyed food from both countries. My mom, who was born in Sichuan Province, often 62 (cook) spicy dishes, and due 63 this, Dad has come to love hot pot. But there are still some dishes that Dad dare not try after many years of 64 (marry) to my mother. Dad recalled that at their wedding he was shocked when he saw how the Chinese 65 (eat) almost every part of an animal. Even today, he still can't get used to eating things like chicken 66 (foot). But I like that sort of food.
All my family love roast beef and vegetables, 67 Mum suggests eating less roast food as it may make us suffer from heat inside our bodies.
The first time I came to China, Mum encouraged me_ 68 (try) different kinds of food, and I did. I loved everything I tried, except for stinky tofu, 69 horrible grey thing that looked and smelt like a 70 (burn) sports shoe. Maybe I'll fall in love with it someday.
第四节 任务型阅读 (共5小题，每小题3分，满分15分)
阅读短文，用英文填空或回答问题（请注意每小题的词数要求）。
There are two important teachers in this world. One is the nature. It was considered to be the best teacher in the old days, because man learned a lot from nature like lighting the fire and growing rice. It also provides man with many necessary things for life, such as water, food and so on.
Hu, 31, is a pioneer in nature education. He set up an organization five years ago. It offers nature-based programs to children under 12 years old, including many outdoor activities, such as planting trees and watching birds.
"Nature is friendly to us if we protect her. And don't forget that we all are part of nature," He said. The purpose of nature education is to teach people how to understand, respect(尊重) and get on well with nature.
Here comes the other important teacher —— a book. The experiences people learned from nature were written down in the form of a book. This was a step forward because man could record their experiences and thoughts.
Books play an important role in our lives. Su Mingjuan, a girl from a poor family in a small village, has finished college and become a good bank clerk. She volunteers to encourage people to read more. She said, "Without reading books, I can't have such a wonderful life." Besides Su, millions of people learn from books and have better lives. Some people ever said, "A book is like a garden carried in the pocket(口袋).”
71.The passage mainly talks about _______________________________（10个词以内）
72. According to Paragraph 1, nature teaches us some skills like
______________________________________________________（列举两项，10个词以内）
Hu works on nature education to help people______________________________
______________________________________________________ （10个词以内）
74. How did people record their experiences and thoughts in Paragraph 4
_______________________________________________________________（10个词以内）
75. What can you learn from Su Mingjuan's story
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________（20个词以内）
第四部分 写作(满分15分)
假如你是李华，寒假你参加了家乡举行的元宵节 (the Lantern Festival) 庆祝活动，请给你的英国笔友Peter写一封信，分享你这次的活动经历。内容包括：
1.活动内容：吃汤圆(rice balls)，赏灯(admire Lantern)，猜灯谜(Lantern riddle)，舞龙舞狮(the dragon and lion dance)等；
2.感受与收获。
注意： 1.写作词数应为80左右
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
写作略