广东省茂名市高州市2024-2025学年高一上学期期末质量监测英语试题（无答案）

高州市2024-2025学年度高一第一学期期末教学质量检测
英语
全卷满分130分，考试时间120分钟
一、单项选择(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
—Why do you choose to work in an international travel agency
—Well, you know, English is my . So it is my best choice.
A.impression B.strength C.issue D.option
2. Though she changed a lot in appearance, I her the moment I saw her.
A.demanded B.aided C.recognised D.inspired
3. Many experts have given talks here that have focused the medical care.
A.on B.with C.against D.in
4. People have always been about exactly how life in earth began.
A.various B.curious C.anxious D.nervous
5. —Are you kidding I can't believe it!
—I'm not a story. It really happened!
making up B.dressing up C. taking up D. putting up
Nowadays it's easy with each other by using WeChat, which is one of the
most convenient ways of communication.
A.contact B.contacting C.contacted D.to contact
7. The first part of the Space Exploration Project by our group so far.
A.has improved B.had improved
C.has been improved D.had been improved
8. Adams never has breakfast, he
A.does B.doesn't C.has D.hasn't
9. I refused to accept the balance for something __________ was someone else’s fault.
A. who B. as C. which D. that
10. —Hi, Lily, I can't find my seat. May I sit here
— It's for Miss Li.She's coming soon.
A.Better not B.Of course C.Not at all D.That's right
二、阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15个小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卷上将该项涂黑。
A
Greenland High School will go through redevelopment this summer. Below is an announcement from the principal.
Redevelopment announcement Dear students, We have recently finished planning the redevelopment of our school. It is our sincere hope that our students can be educated in a better environment with excellent facilities. To this end, we have decided to: ●turn canteen B into an IT Center to offer students and teachers modern learning and teaching facilities, and then connect it with the library; ●redevelop part of the existing Sports Center to create a multi-use game area — a dedicated (专用的) and secure space for students to play and have fun; ●plant more trees inside the school to reduce traffic noise and give students a greener study environment. Redevelopment will start this summer. We will try our best to make sure that most of the work is done outside of term so as to reduce the effect on your school life as much as possible. We will keep you informed as the project progresses. Please feel free to write to me if you have any suggestions on our redevelopment plan. Yours faithfully, William Robinson Principal
11．What changes will be made to the school according to the announcement
A．One canteen will be added to the school.
B．More trees will be planted to reduce traffic.
C．The Sports Center will be turned into a game area.
D．The redeveloped IT center will be linked to the library.
12．What do you know from the last paragraph
A．The project will start at school time.
B．The principal welcomes suggestions.
C．The students’ progress will be informed of.
D．The students’ school life remains unaffected.
13．Where is this text probably taken from
A．A club newsletter. B．A school textbook.
C．A science magazine. D．A school noticeboard.
B
Many of us spend a considerable part of our lives working — with many of us, these days, working from home. While there are many benefits offered by not going to the office — not commuting (通勤), avoiding the rat race, and not having to worry about getting a seat if you hot-desk — there are also some disadvantages. No more coffees with colleagues, daily chats by the water cooler or going out for team-bonding meals. Actually, it is important to be friends with those we work with.
Firstly, working with like-minded people can make those hours at work more fruitful and positive. Various situations are commonplace in the job you do, so having people to talk to about the difficulties of tasks could make your life easier. It’s also nice knowing that you can have jokes or a chat with people at work — and some of your colleagues may become your lifelong friends. Besides, it’s also good for the company you work for. According to Dr Emma Seppala, people who said they had friends at work were more productive, and were more satisfied with their jobs than those who didn’t.
And what can happen if you don’t connect — if you don’t stimulate your relationships with those who do the same job as you While it can be easy to avoid them physically, Dr Adam Hickman says that feelings of loneliness may come slowly, which makes sense. According to Maslow’s levels of needs, a psychological theory which tries to explain human behaviour and motivation based on necessities, a feeling of belonging is one of the strongest psychological needs. No one wants to be where they feel unwanted, which is why many companies try to encourage workplace interaction — be it ping pong tables in the office, or online parties.
And finally, even though we’re working more from home now, we may one day see our colleagues once again. Having a good relationship with them would make that meeting much more pleasant. So, if you’ve had a rupture in your relationship with your workmates, it might be time to start fixing it.
14．What do you know about working from home according to Paragraph 1
A．There are no coffees. B．There are no outside meals.
C．There are no daily chats. D．There are no worries about traffic.
15．What does Paragraph 2 mainly tell us
A．The benefits of making lifelong friends.
B．The way of befriending with colleagues.
C．The necessity of making lifelong friends.
D．The importance of befriending with colleagues.
16．What might happen if you don’t connect with your colleagues
A．You will gain motivation. B．You will have more psychological needs.
C．You will lack a sense of belonging. D．You will experience immediate loneliness.
17．What do the underlined words “a rupture” in the last paragraph mean
A．A breakdown. B．A battle. C．An emergency. D．A balance.
C
Charterhouse School, a famous boarding school founded in 1611, made history recently by admitting girls for the first time. This change marks an important separation from the school’s tradition of being only for boys and reflects a broader trend towards co-education in the UK.
Head teacher Alex Peterken supports this move, believing that educating boys and girls together can reduce the influence of a male-leading culture. This move agrees with changes in education since the 1960s, when comprehensive schools, which are non-selective and promote equality, became more popular, leading to a decline in single-sex schools.
Despite this trend, some still support single-sex education, arguing it allows students to focus without the distractions (注意力分散) of the opposite sex. Amanda Spielman, an education expert, defended girls’ schools, saying they help women succeed in a challenging world. A 2016 study by School Dash found single-sex schools might slightly improve girls’ results but not boys’.
The trend towards co-educational schools is largely driven by a cultural change towards modern values that are against the outdated idea of gender-separated education. Students need to learn alongside kids of different genders to develop understanding and respect to adapt to a diverse society. Parents, too, are seeking a more modern approach to education for their children, and they now examine school choices more carefully, seeking environments that are inclusive and reflect modern society.
Charterhouse’s decision to go co-educational is part of a larger move in the UK towards comprehensive and co-educational schools. As education expert Alan Smithers points out, a widespread focus on equality means it becomes harder and harder to continue to hold the argument that children have to be separate to be equal. This change at Charterhouse shows a commitment to inclusivity and preparing students for a diverse future.
18．Why does the writer mention Charterhouse School in Paragraph 1
A．To introduce the topic. B．To explain a tradition.
C．To advertise the school. D．To propose a solution.
19．What is Spielman’s attitude toward co-education from Paragraph 3
A．Supportive. B．Doubtful. C．Negative. D．Hopeful.
20．What is the main reason for the move toward co-education
A．The choice of parents. B．The decision of schools.
C．The policy of the government. D．The change of cultural values.
21．What is the best title of the text
A．Charterhouse Admits Girls: A Return to an old Tradition
B．Charterhouse’s Big Decision: Adapting to Modern Times
C．Charterhouse Welcomes Girls: A Move toward Co-education
D．Charterhouse’s Historic Change: Single-sex Education Arrives
D
Educators and business leaders have more in common than it may seem. Teachers want to prepare students for a successful future. Technology companies have an interest in developing a workforce with the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills needed to grow the company and advance the industry. How can they work together to achieve these goals Play may be the answer.
Focusing on STEM skills is important, but the reality is that STEM skills can be improved when mixed with traditional, hands-on creative activities. This mix is proving to be the best way to prepare today’s children to be the makers and builders of tomorrow. That is why technology companies are partnering with educators to bring back good, old-fashioned play.
In fact, many experts argue that the most important 21st-century skills aren’t related to specific technologies or subject matter, but to creativity; skills like imagination, problem-finding and problem-solving, teamwork, patience and the ability to experiment and take risks. These are skills acquired when kids tinker (鼓捣小玩意). High-tech industries such as NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory have found that their best well-rounded problem solvers were master tinkers in their youth.
There are cognitive (认知的) benefits of doing things the way we did as children — building something, tearing it down, then building it up again. Research shows that given 15 minutes of free play, four-and five-year-old will spend a third of this time absorbed in various activities. This type of play — especially with building blocks — helps children discover and develop key principles in math.
If play and building are important to 21st-century skill development, that’s really good news for two reasons: Children are born builders, makers, and creators, so developing 21st-century skills may be as simple as giving kids room to play, tinker and try things out, even as they grow older. Moreover, it doesn’t take 21st-century technology to develop 21st-century skills. This is especially important for under-resourced schools and communities. Taking whatever materials they have and tinkering with them is a simple way to develop those important “maker” skills. And anyone, anywhere, can do it.
22．What do you know about educators and business leaders from Paragraph 1
A．They will play together. B．They have nothing in common.
C．They share the same goals. D．They will partner with each other.
23．What is the best way to prepare children for a successful future
A．Mixing STEM skills with DIY activities. B．Developing specific technologies.
C．Focusing on STEM skills. D．Relating to subject matter.
24．Why does the author mention NASA’s best well-rounded problem solvers in Paragraph 3
A．To stress the benefits of skills. B．To show the findings of NASA．
C．To explain the ways of tinkering. D．To prove the importance of tinkering.
25．What does the author advise schools and communities with limited resources to do
A．Add teaching materials. B．Employ handy resources.
C．Introduce advanced technology. D．Provide problem-solving opportunities.
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，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。
Perhaps, you are a smart person with good knowledge and creative ideas, but when you move to a new environment or have to work with some new people, it is not always easy for them to recognize you or respect you immediately. How can you get along with others 26 Here are a few tips that might be helpful.
Be curious and willing to learn new things, knowledge and skills
Moving to a new working environment, you may need to deal with things that don’t belong to your own field. 27
Have a good sense of judgement on important aspects
Learning or working in a new environment, you need to have a good sense of judgement when joining a discussion or making a decision. 28 Meanwhile, you shouldn’t be distracted by small choices for the short term.
Be confident and make eye contact when talking to people
When you go out and meet people, it is important to look confident. For example, if you are going to an interview, but you don’t feel confident, what can you do Before you walk in, think to yourself, “I own the room.” 29 Remember to look other people in the eye—it’s the key to creating a connection with people. Soon, you will feel as confident as you look.
Set clear goals and learn
30 Let people know what you stand for. You need to find out which ideas can really unite people and then express those ideas clearly. Also, treat your team members respectfully as equals.
Gradually, you will find yourself recognized and respected by your new workmates.
A．Look confident and smile.
B．Then, walk in holding your head high and smile.
C．When working together with others, it is important that you have a clear vision and a working plan to achieve it.
D．You should consider what is right, and look for long-term goals.
E．How can you get other people to pay attention to you and respect you
F．By doing this, you can turn unfamiliar situations into opportunities for personal and professional growth.
G．In that case, keeping a sense of curiosity and a thirst for knowledge is of great importance to you.
三、语言运用（共两节，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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
I used to argue with my parents about their beliefs. But over time, I learned that our debates would never 31 the gap between my parents’ views and mine. Therefore, I tried to understand their beliefs before offering my 32 . For example, after learning about penicillin (盘尼西林) in college, I asked what they knew about it. I learned that they thought the medicine was prescribed (开处方) only for the 33 of doctors and drug companies, and they believed natural 34 were safer. I told them I also thought some natural ways did work, and then I went on to share that penicillin was 35 in naturally occurring fungi (真菌). Now they were listening, and we went on to have a 36 discussion. I didn’t try to convince my parents that their beliefs were wrong. 37 , I tried to help them find the balance between honoring their beliefs and 38 scientific truths.
Then, COVID-19 happened. They reached out to me with their questions and 39 , believing masks and social distancing were a form of government control. I listened first and took their views 40 before I shared what I knew about the virus. And thanks to the 41 we had all made to understand each other’s point of view, they finally 42 to take action to protect themselves against the virus.
Now that the pandemic is over, I’m confident that I can 43 the next round of give-and-take conversation. At times it’s frustrating to feel we keep starting over—but I 44 myself that we aren’t back to square one. We’ve built a basis of understanding and respect each other, and that makes all the 45 .
31．A．widen B．attract C．skip D．bridge
32．A．anxiety B．apology C．opinion D．behaviour
33．A．achievement B．benefit C．comfort D．aspect
34．A．treatments B．nutritions C．resources D．styles
35．A．discovered B．designed C．exploded D．judged
36．A．grateful B．stressful C．fruitful D．regretful
37．A．Besides B．Instead C．Indeed D．Though
38．A．admiring B．challenging C．exchanging D．recognizing
39．A．proposals B．measures C．concerns D．interests
40．A．definitely B．seriously C．frankly D．extremely
41．A．efforts B．effects C．preparations D．choices
42．A．agreed B．aimed C．sought D．struggled
43．A．back down B．rise to C．get over D．count on
44．A．recover B．reflect C．reward D．remind
45．A．contributions B．advances C．difference D．development
第二节 语法填空 (共10个小题；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。
In a dance studio at the Shenyang Conservatory of Music in Liaoning province, students are dancing to the music. But these aren’t typical university students — they are 46 (senior) in the university’s program for older adults.
With nearly 300 million people 47 (age) 60 and above in China, senior education programs — often called elder universities — are gaining popularity.
Whether it’s practicing yoga, learning photography, 48 mastering cooking skills, the older adults are making education a central part of 49 (they) retirement plans.
Since its beginning in 2023, over 1,700 old people 50 (enter) for the program. The university offers a wide range of courses each term, making use of its first-rate educational resources to meet the 51 (grow) needs, according to Ma Yansong, director of the university’s social education and training center.
Elder universities serve as a platform 52 provides retirees a space to connect with like-minded individuals and keep an active lifestyle. The programs, 53 benefits go far beyond acquiring new skills, are highly thought of by the elderly.
“We’re witnessing the positive effects these programs have 54 health, and overall quality of life,” Ma said, “Private companies, nonprofits (非营利组织) and individuals are also stepping in to meet this need. They are establishing senior education programs, providing 55 (addition) options for eager retired learners.”
四、短语选填(共5 小题；每小题2 分，满分10 分)
阅读下面各句 ,从方框中选出能填入空白处的最佳短语 ,并用其适当形式填空 。其中有两个为多余短语。
in summary ; be addicted to ; work out ; beyond description ; lose heart ; make sense ; in advance
56 . The feeling of winning the first prize is .
57 . Tom is crazy about cycling , and it for him to buy the most up-to-date bicycle.
58 . He playing the piano , so he didn’t notice a thief get into his house.
59 . You can enjoy more discount if you book the tickets .
60 . Despite the previous challenges , they a plan that everyone agreed on.
五、完成句子（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据所给汉语，完成句子，每空一词。
那个小孩说话像个大人似的。
The child talks to us _________ _________ _________ _________ a grown-up.
我宁愿留在家里读点书，也不想和他们去购物。
I _____________ _____________ do some reading at home _____________ _____________
go shopping with them.
随着比赛的临近，老师和学生们都在压力下。
_____________ _____________ _____________ _____________, the teacher as well as the students are under the pressure.
有您参加我们学校的音乐节开幕式，我们感到非常荣幸。
_____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ have you attend the opening ceremony of “Music Festival”in our school.
正如我们所知道的那样，剪纸是一种传统的中国艺术。
_____________ _____________ _____________ _____________, paper-cutting is a kind of traditional Chinese art.
六、应用文写作 (满分20分)
假设你是李华，是你校英文报“中国传统文化”栏目的负责人。你写了一篇介绍中国功夫（Chinese kung fu）的英文宣传稿。请给你的外教老师Mr. Roger写一封电子邮件，请他帮助修改、润色你的稿件。内容包括：
写信事由；
2. 求助内容；
3. 表达感谢。
注意：1. 词数80 左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Roger,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua