茂名市第五中学2024-2025学年第一学期期末高一年级
英语试卷
(考试时间:120分钟 满分120分)
注意事项:
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第一部分 阅读(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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Cheapest Islands in the World to Visit
Grand Bahama Island, The Bahamas
As the northernmost of the 700 islands of the Bahamas, Grand Bahama dishes up plenty of cheap activities alongside its white-sand beaches. Visiting Lucayan National Park, which is home to both beloved Gold Rock Beach and one of the largest underwater cave (洞穴) systems in the world, is an affordable trip. There are hotel rooms at $80 a night.
Madeira, Portugal
Though closer to mainland Africa, Madeira is a part of Portugal known for its breathtaking natural beauty. Visitors can find hotels starting at $85 a night, and enjoy plenty of low-cost activities, like rowing a boat around the volcanic Porto Moniz natural swimming pools, and admiring the never-ending views around the island. No wonder it’s been called the “Hawaii of Europe”.
Dominican Republic
Looking for one of the least expensive Caribbean islands The Dominican Republic is full of affordable surprises. In Santo Domingo, walk around Zona Colonial, the historic heart of the country’s capital, you’ll find castles, cathedrals (教堂), cobblestone streets, and cafés around every corner. During the low season (summer), you can find hotel deals starting at $33 a night.
Sri Lanka
Do you want to spend just $25~50 a day Then go to Sri Lanka. Since the South Asian island country is one of the largest tea producers in the world, start with a tea factory tour on a peaceful hike. Taking a train ride through the hills from Kandy to Badulla or from Colombo to Galle is an enjoyable and affordable way to see the countryside.
1. What can you do in Lucayan National Park
A. Visit a huge castle. B. Enjoy the beautiful beach.
C. Swim in Porto Moniz. D. Go on a tea factory tour.
2. What is special about Zona Colonial
A. It requires booking. B. It has historic sites.
C. It is famous for tea. D. It is closed in summer.
3. Which of the following would provide a hotel room at the lowest price
A. Dominica. B. The Bahamas. C. Portugal. D. Sri Lanka.
B
Isatou Ceesay was born in 1972 in a small village in Gambia Africa. As a teenager, Ceesay was forced to drop out of school because of poverty. She carried some goods with many girls like her to sell in the market to raise herself. At that time, the plastic bags, being strong and light, became popular in Gambia. The problem was that people did not reuse the bags and simply threw them behind their homes. Over time, the houses were surrounded by trash.
Ceesay lived in such an environment for many years. She kept learning from the surrounding environment and planned to take action to change. In 1997, she started a recycling movement called One Plastic Bag in Gambia. She educated women in Gambia to recycle plastic waste into income for themselves. In the beginning, the movement had a mission to educate their village colleagues about the need to reuse garbage and recycle plastic waste, rather than letting the garbage increase behind their homes.
Over time, the movement became big and able to support and provide income for women around. It was also able to greatly reduce plastic waste in Gambia. But the work of collecting trash turned to be taxing. During the rainy season, plastic waste became wet and difficult to take, and after that it still took patience to dry it before it could be processed.
Ceesay said, “As a habit, people are used to pouring their garbage behind their houses, and because it is not visible, they forget it. But the bad effects again knock on your door very quickly-dirty air, various diseases and so on. Of course, if one man’s house is clean but his neighbor’s is not, then the man is also not healthy.”
For 17 years, Ceesay has contributed to one of the most important problems about the plastic waste. In 2012, she got the TIAW Difference Maker Award in Washington, D.C., United States. Her story was written into a book, which inspires many others to join or become makers of change in their own communities.
4. What can be learned about young Ceesay from Paragraph 1
A. She gave up the chance of going to school.
B. She had many friends good at doing business.
C. She sold strong and light plastic bags to support herself
D. She lived in an environment heavily polluted by plastic waste.
5. What can we infer about Ceesay’s recycling movement
A. It aimed to make full use of natural resources to get rich.
B. It was hard to carry on because of the shortage of workers.
C. It benefited both people’s economic situation and the environment.
D. It taught the villagers to replace plastic bags with handmade ones.
6. What does the underlined word “taxing” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Challenging. B. Pleasant. C. Dangerous. D. Successful.
7. What does Ceesay mainly intend to say in Paragraph 4
A. Bad habits are hard to remove once formed.
B. Garbage problems contribute greatly to climate change.
C.Valuing the relationship between neighbors is important.
D. Dealing with plastic waste is a shared responsibility in communities.
C
As a child, there was nothing I liked better than Sunday afternoons at my grandfather’s farm in western Pennsylvania. Surrounded by miles of stone walls, the house and field provided endless hours of fun for a city kid like me.
Since my first visit to the farm, I had wanted more than anything to be allowed to climb the stone walls surrounding the houses. My parents would never agree because the walls were so old that some stones were loose and falling. However, my idea to climb across those walls grew so strong that finally I had all my courage to enter the living room, where the adults had gathered after Sunday dinner.
“I want to climb the stone walls.” I said. “Heavens, no! You’ll hurt yourself!” The response was just as I’d expected. But before I left the room, I was stopped by my grandfather’s loud voice. “Now hold on just a minute.” I heard him say. “Let the boy climb the stone walls. He has to learn to do things for himself.”
“Go,” he said to me, “and come and see me when you get back.” For the next two and a half hours I climbed those old walls —and had the time of my life. Later I met with my grandfather to tell him about my adventures. I’ll never forget what he said. “Fred,” he said, smiling, “you made this day a special day just by being yourself. Always remember, there’s only one person in this whole world like you, and I like you exactly as you are.”
Many years have passed since then, and today I host the television program Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, seen by millions of children throughout America. There have been changes over the years, but one thing remains the same: my message to children at the end of almost every visit. “There’s only one person in this whole world like you,” the kids will hear me say, “and people can like you exactly as you are.”
8. Why did the writer enjoy his visits to the farm
A. There were old stone houses. B. He was allowed to climb the walls.
C. He missed his grandfather a lot. D. He could experience new fun there.
9. What can be inferred about the writer from the passage
A. He was backed up by his grandfather to follow his heart.
B. He didn’t expect his parents’ disagreement on wall climbing.
C. He became a TV program host with his grandfather’s help.
D. He didn’t know the possible danger of the stone walls.
10 Which of the following can best describe the author’s grandfather
A. Open-minded. B. Adventurous. C. Kind-hearted. D. Dependable.
11. Which is probably the best title for the text
A. Unforgettable Childhood B. Just Be Yourself
C. Do Whatever You Like D. Like grandfather, like grandson
D
Young soldiers, far away from home and missing their families, discover a bear cub. That’s how the story of Wojtek begins, back in 1942. He was alone in the mountains of Iran; nobody knows how he got there.
When the exhausted Polish soldiers came upon Wojtek, they were immediately struck with emotions. They had been away from their loved ones for a long time. They needed something to pick their spirits up. So, they nursed the baby bear with milk from a bottle and named him Wojtek, which means: a warrior to whom fighting brings joy.
Wojtek was officially adopted into the army. He traveled with the army to the Middle East, providing comradery and entertainment. He would wrestle with the men, chase after oranges they cast for him and follow them about like a puppy. He became their connection to humanity in a time when the light of peace seemed so far away. And, like a child, he was also playful. In the desert heat, he learned how to break into the showers and turn on the water. He could also be seen pulling trunks of empty gun shells with the men or standing at attention in formation. Wojtek was also the chief frightener of new members: He would literally bear hug them and hold them upside down for a good laugh.
Getting through the hardship of war takes something extraordinary, something unexpectedly dangerous to preserve your mental state. That’s what Wojtek did for the men who had been so long in the fog and uncertainty of World War II. A playful bear became the symbol of strength and adaptability. Thankfully, wars ended but Wojtek was not forgotten. He was shipped with a group of men to a farm in Scotland, which was a fitting place to retire for a bear with so much military experience. Wojtek was a local celebrity. Stories of him kicking a soccer ball, attending local dances and parties, and enjoying jam and honey are still told today. And to everyone who knew him, Wojtek was the one that made a difficult time a little more bearable.
12. How did the Polish soldiers react after they found the bear
A. They were hit by the bear. B. They accepted him and fed him.
C. They called Wojtek names. D. They brought joy to him like warriors.
13. What did Wojtek do in the army
A. He would run after and eat up the oranges thrown by the soldiers.
B. He could pull branches with the soldiers to the army camp.
C. He would stand and listen attentively for information.
D. He would play tricks on those newly-joined soldiers.
14. What happened to Wojtek after World War II
A. He became famous and brought joy to the locals in a farm in Scotland.
B. He settled down with the Polish army in a farm in Scotland.
C. He enjoyed his life in another army in a farm in Scotland.
D. He was shipped to his hometown with the help of the Polish soldiers.
15. What is the best title of the passage
A. Wojtek: The Wild Warrior in the Desert Storm
B. Wojtek: From the Frontlines to a Hairy Friend
C. A Lifelong Bear Friend with the Scottish Locals
D. Bearing Witness: The Remarkable Tale of the Polish Army
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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑,选项中有两项为多余选项。
Some Winter Activities
Winter activities are underestimated (低估). The days may be shorter, but the list of fun activities isn’t. Don’t let the winter blues take over. ____16____
Finding your favourite. ____17____ Nobody likes cardio (有氧运动) for a long time, but signing up for an adult sports team, or taking a yoga class on the weekend can be a fun way to break up the boredom of going to the gym. Recreational (娱乐的) sports are also a great way to meet new people.
Walking on snow. ____18____ Walking with snowshoes is friendly to beginners, and suitable for kids and seniors alike. You can buy a set for under $100 or rent some for the afternoon. Take a friend or walk alone to enjoy the peacefulness of the outdoors in winter.
Skiing. Those that love it really love it. Hitting the ski hills is an old wintertime tradition. It gets you outside boosts your mood, and serves as a core workout. You don’t need the latest gear (设备) to be able to have fun. ____19____ If you’re feeling tired of too much indoor time, get your heart pumping at a nearby ski hill.
____20____ Taking an online class, or picking up an instrument for the first time, can be incredibly rewarding. Expanding your professional skill can do wonders for your future job prospects. It may take a little planning, but consider learning something new this season.
A Go to the gym.
B. Learning something.
C. Most ski fields rent gear too.
D. Be active and try these winter activities.
E. The following are things you can do at home.
F. You needn’t be an athlete to enjoy this seasonal activity.
G. The key to keeping healthy is finding what you enjoy doing.
第二部分 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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
I went to the Royal Easter Show with my family. And my two children hardly used any of the ride tickets I had already ___21___ ahead of time. There was over $100 worth of rides per child ___22___ on the carnival (狂欢节) fun passes.
I was ___23___ to see them go to waste. Of course you could get your ___24___ back for unused rides but I wanted to give them away. As we were leaving, I ____25____a young man with two girls aged about 9 and 7. I told him my decision. The man said “Are you sure ” when I ___26___ the passes to them. He was a bit shocked as I was a complete ___27___ to him. When the two girls__28___what was happening, they shouted with ___29___.They kept jumping up and down ____20____ and they were so excited because they were going to ____31____ the rollercoaster (过山车).
Their great ____32____ brought tears to my eyes and the memory of it will ____33____ with me forever. I was also able to see what rides they went on as it came upon my Carnival Fun Pass app. All I can say is that they ____34____ the exciting rides, because they spent a long time playing them. I was deeply moved by the truth that there was such joy in giving. It was the ____35____ of my Easter holiday.
21. A. shared B. cancelled C. hidden D. bought
22. A. left B. lost C. cost D. preferred
23. A. certain B. fortunate C. sad D. awkward
24. A. time B. money C. call D. pleasure
25. A. came across B. turned down C. dealt with D. picked up
26. A. returned B. lent C. sold D. gave
27. A. tourist B. friend C. stranger D. giver
28. A. realized B. explained C. remembered D. doubted
29. A. pride B. excitement C. fear D. pity
30. A. nervously B. happily C. bravely D. impatiently
31. A. clean B. touch C. ride D. repair
32. A. memory B. dream C. shock D. joy
33. A. grow B. stay C. change D. agree
34. A. enjoyed B. accepted C. quit D. controlled
35. A. busiest B. safest C. best D. cheapest
第II卷(共50分)
第二节(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( 1个单词)或所给单词的正确形式。
Tibetan antelopes live on the plains of Tibet, Xinjiang, and Qinghai. 36 (watch) them move slowly across the green grass, I’m struck by their 37 (beautiful). At the same time, I’m also reminded 38 the danger they are in. They 39 (hunt), illegally, for their valuable fur.
Zhaxi, a villager from Changtang, works at the Changtang National Nature Reserve. “We’re not trying to save the animals,” he says. “ 40 (actual), we’re trying to save ourselves.” The 1980s and 1990s were bad times for the Tibetan antelope 41 population dropped by more than 50 percent. Hunters were shooting antelopes 42 (make) profits. Their habitats were becoming 43 (small) as new roads and railways were built.
In order to save them, the Chinese government placed them under national protection. The measures were 44 (effect). The antelope population 45 (recover) and in June 2015, the Tibetan antelope was removed from the endangered species list.
第三部分 写作 (共三节,满分45分)
单词拼写 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
请根据所给中文和首字母给英语单词的正确形式填空 (每小题1分)。
46.They’ ve built a kind of new PC with more f_______ (功能).
47. We can download s_______(软件),documents,and images whenever we need them.
48. She was so i_______ (鼓舞)by the people she met online.
49. The Internet has brought great benefits to Wuzhen, a small waterside town in Zhejiang P_______ (省).
50.R_______ (居民) here can surf online as easily as in large modern cities.
51.But the p__________ (提议) led to protests .
52.Fifty countries d_______ (捐赠) nearly &80 million to the protect.
53.A committee was e________ (建立) to limit damage to the Egyptian buildings.
54.We met a professional archaeologist at the e______(入口) to the Great Pyramid.
55. He explained to us the p_____(过程)of building such a difficult structure.
56.The world will be different, and we will have to be prepared to ______ to (适应) the change.
57. Advanced students need to be ______ of (意识到) the importance of collocation(搭配).
58. We’re looking for polite and patient people who can work under p ______ (压力).
59.The debate over whether the one-child policy is still needed was recently s ______ up (激起) by a newspaper report.
60. A helicopter with heat-seeking equipment has been called in to s ______ for (搜索) a missing man.
第二节 完成句子 (共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
请根据所给中文完成句子 (每小题挖空两个,每个空0.5分)。
61.There comes a time when the old must ______ ______to the new.
新旧更替的时代已经到来。
62.The government _______ _______the United National for help in 1959.
政府在1959年向联合国寻求帮助。
63.The programme ______ world cultural heritage sites around the world from _______.
该组织防止全球各地世界文化遗产消失。
64.Hunters were shooting antelopes to _______ _________.
猎人们为了谋利而射杀藏羚羊。
65.On the plains in front of us,we can just _____ _______a herd of graceful animals.
放眼平原,我们隐约看到一群体态优美的动物。
66.The World Wide Fund For Nature is ______ _______ the many species of plants.
世界自然基金会为许多植物物种担忧。
67. ______ _______he works and can take care of himself,his daughter has time to study at university.
由于他有事情可做,并能够照顾好自己,他的女儿就有时间上大学了。
68.When you _______ _______ tough times, you meet others who are facing similar challenges.
当你身处逆境时,你会遇到面临相似挑战的人。
69.People’s lives have ______ ______ by online communities and social networks.
在线社区和社交网络已改变了人们的生活。
70.What measures are ______ ______ to help them
正在采取什么措施来帮助他们?
温馨提示:1.请将答案连同首字母写在答题卡上。
2.用必修一至 必修二 Unit 3 单词或短语填写上面的答案。
第三节 书面表达 (满分15分)
你校将在下周举办以“Wildlife in Danger”为主题的活动,请你代表学生会写一封倡议书。内容包括:
1.野生动物目前面临的问题; 2.保护野生动物的措施 3.发出倡议。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右:
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Wildlife in Danger
Dear fellow students,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Student Union
2024-2025第一学期高一期末英语试卷答案
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. D
【答案】4. D 5. C 6. A 7. D
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. A 11. B
【答案】12. B 13. D 14. A 15. B
【答案】16. D 17. G 18. F 19. C 20. B
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. A 26. D 27. C 28. A 29. B 30. B 31. C 32. D 33. B 34. A 35. C
语法填空
Watching,37.beauty 38.of 39.were hunted 40.Actually 41.whose 42.to make 43.smaller 44. effective 45. has recovered
单词拼写
functions 47.software 48. inspired 49.Province 50.Residents 51. proposal
donated 53.established 54.entrance 55.process 56.adapt 57.aware 58.pressure
stirred 60.search
完成句子
61. give way 62. turned to 63. prevents disappearing 64.make profits
65.make out 66. concerned about 67. Now that 68. go through
69.been changed 70. being taken
应用文
Wildlife in Danger
Dear fellow students,
The earth is home to numerous species, each playing a vital role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. Sadly, human activities such as habitat destruction, poaching (偷猎)and pollution have pushed countless animal species towards the brink(边缘) of extinction.
It is time for us to take immediate action to reverse this alarming trend. First,we can increase people's awareness of wildlife conservation through handing out leaflets(传单). Second, we can demand stricter laws against illegal poaching. Finally, we need to call for clean natural habitats for wildlife.
Let's start to protect the wildlife hand in hand from now on.
'The Student Union