河南省郑州市八所省示范高中2020-2021学年高一上学期期中联考试题 英语 Word版含答案
2020～2021学年上期高一年级期中联考试题英语学科考试时间：120分钟分值：150分注意事项：本试卷分试题卷和答题卡两部分。
考生应首先阅读试题卷上的文字信息，然后在答题卡上作答(答题注意事项见答题卡)。
在试题卷上作答无效。
第二部分阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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。
AA visit to a zoo can be an amazing experience for people of all ages. If you want to get close to wildlife, why not visit one of the following zoos in the UK?Longleat Safari & Adventure ParkWiltshire's Longleat Safari & Adventure Park is the UK's oldest safari park. Opened in 1966, it is the first safari park opened outside Africa. It was just a 100-acre lion reserve in the beginning, but it has grown fast over the years. Now you can see parrots and other creatures here, although lions are still popular with many people.Open from mid-February to early November, a day ticket costs￡26 for adults. Admission(门票)for 3-14 years of age is￡18.50 and￡21 for the over-60s.Located just off the A36 between Bath and Salibury, it can be reached by taking the A36.Bristol ZooBristol Zoo is one of the UK's oldest zoos. It will celebrate its 184th anniversary(周年)in 2020. Here, you will find over 400 different species of creatures. It also has nine animal houses, so even if the weather isn't at its best, there are still lots of amazing creatures to look at, including the endangered red panda. Perhaps one of the most popular places is Bug World, where you can see all kinds of scary insects.Admission for adults is￡14 and￡8.50 for 3-14 years of age.Located in the Clifton region of Bristol, you can reach the zoo by taking either the No.8 or 9bus. Clifton Down train station is also close by, and if you are taking public transport, you can buya discounted entry ticket to the zoo.21. What do we know about Wiltshire's Longleat Safari & Adventure Park?A. It covers an area of 100 acre in total.B. It is the first safari park in the UK.C. It has a longer history than Bristol Zoo.D. It is famous mostly for its parrots and lions.22. How much should a 61-year-old couple and their 4-year-old grandson pay to visit the first zoo?A.￡42B.￡52C.￡60.50D.￡70.5023. When was Bristol Zoo probably opened?A. In 1826.B. In 1766.C. In 1936.D. In 1836BAshLynn Marracino's dad died of a brain aneurysm(动脉瘤) in 2010. Since then, it has become something of a tradition for the 16-year-old teenager to mark his birthday by penning him a letter and sending it on a balloon. And this year, she received an unexpected reply. The balloon was sent sailing into the sky, floating(漂浮)436 miles to the city of Auburn.According to KCBS, Ashlynn's dad was in prison until she reached the age of 10, and he only had one year with her before his death. The TV station reported that her letter read, "I've been playing softball for 11 years now. Can you believe it? I hope you helped me out with all those home runs. I don't like how I never had you in my life. It's not fair. Show me a sign please. Anything to let me know you are there. I miss you so much and I want you back."Restaurant owner Lisa Swisley discovered the deflated(泄气的)balloon and decided to give the teenager a touching surprise. Lisa wrote, "You have missed so much and I miss you. And I love you, miss you like crazy."Lisa shared the letter on a Pay It Forward Facebook page, designed to recognize and improve acts of kindness and goodwill. Speaking to ABC News, Lisa said, "I thought it would be cool to send her something to show my respect. I jumped on a Pay It Forward page I follow on Facebook and asked people to help." In an unbelievable show of support, good-natured strangers have sent scores of cards and packages at Lisa's request. The restaurant owner and the teenager have alsospoken over Skype.Ashlynn, who wrote the letter for her dad's January 6 birthday, told KCBS, "While I was writing it, I was just crying so much and then when I let it go I just kind of calmed down and I watched it go, and I didn't think anybody would find it."24. How did Ashlynn celebrate her dad's birthday after his death?A. By sending her dad presents.B. By reading her dad's letter.C. By traveling a long distance by balloon.D. By choosing a special way of communication.25. What can we learn about Ashlynn's dad?A. He had little time to be with Ashlynn.B. He couldn't support his whole family.C. He suffered from a serious illness for a long time.D. He left his hometown when he was still a little child.26. Why does Lisa post the letter on a website page?A. To share her personal experience.B. To beg more people to offer help.C. To show her attitude to kindness.D. To introduce an act of kindness.27. What was Ashlynn's feeling when she let the balloon go?A. Sad.B. Disappointed.C. Calm.D. Hopeful.CThe British are known for their sense of humor. However, it is often difficult for foreigners to understand their jokes. The main point to remember is that the British often use understatement.Understatement means saying less than you think or feel. For example, if someone gets very wet in a shower of rain, he might say, "It's a little damp(潮湿的)outside." Or, if someone is very impolite and shouts at another person, someone else might say, "She isn't exactly friendly." Understatement is often used in an unpleasant situation or to make another person look silly. Understatement plays an important part in British humor.Another key to understanding British humor is that the British like to make fun of themselves as well as others. They often laugh about the silly and unpleasant things that happen in oureveryday life when someone accidentally falls over in the street. They also like to make jokes about people from different classes of society. They like to make jokes about their accents, the way they dress and the way they behave. What's more, the British love to watch comedies(喜剧)about people who do not know how to behave in society. The comedies series Mr. Bean is a good example of this kind of humor.Mr. Bean is the character created by British actor Rowan Atkinson in 1990. Mr. Bean doesn't talk often, and instead he uses his body movement and facial expressions to make people laugh. Perhaps what makes Mr. Bean so funny is that he does things that adults in the real world cannot do. Mr. Bean is popular in many countries around the world because you do not have to speak English to understand the humor. Because of this, many people have become familiar with the British sense of humor.28. Why is it difficult for foreigners to understand British jokes?A. The British often enlarge the fact.B. British jokes are not as funny as jokes in other countries.C. British jokes are connected with many different cultures.D. The British try to make out that something is less important than it is.29. The author explains understatement by .A. using examplesB. making comparisonsC. following time orderD. describing a process30. Mr. Bean makes people laugh by .A. telling funny storiesB. using his body languageC. copying how others behaveD. making jokes about others' accent31. What can be the best title for the text?A. British Humor in ComedyB. Understanding British HumorC. Developing Your Sense of HumorD. Humor in Different CulturesDYou can't always forecast a heavy rain or remember your umbrella. But designer MikhailBelyaev doesn't think that forgetting to check the weather forecast before heading out should result in you getting wet. That's why he created Lampbrella, a lamp post with its own rain-sensing umbrella.The designer says he got the idea after watching people get wet on streets in Russia. "Once, I was driving on a central Saint Petersburg street and saw the street lamps lighting up people trying to hide from the rain. I thought it would be suitable to have a canopy(伞篷)built into a street lamp," he said.The Lampbrella is a standard-looking street lamp fitted with an umbrella canopy. It has a built-in electric motor which can open or close the umbrella on demand. Sensors(传感器)then make sure that the umbrella offers pedestrians(行人)shelter whenever it starts raining.According to the designer, the Lampbrella would move at a low speed, in order not to cause harm to the pedestrians. Besides, it would be grounded to protect from possible lightning strike. Each Lampbrella would offer enough shelter for several people. Installed(安装)at two meters off the ground, it would only be a danger for the tallest of pedestrians.While there are no plans to take the Lampbrella into production, Belyaev says he recently introduced his creation to one Moscow Department, and insists his creation could be installed on any street where a lot of people walk but there are no canopies to provide shelter.32. For what purpose did Belyaev create the Lampbrella?A. To forecast a heavy rain.B. To check the weather forecast.C. To shelter people from the rain.D. To get people to take an umbrella.33. What do we know from Belyaev's words in Paragraph 2?A. He enjoyed taking walks in the rain.B. It rains a lot in the city of Saint Petersburg.C. Street lamps are protected by canopies.D. He came up with his creation from an experience in the rain.34. What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell us about the Lampbrella?A. Its moving speed.B. Its safety.C. Its installation.D. Its appearance.35. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A. The designer is confident that his creation is practical.B. The designer will open a company to promote his product.C. The Lampbrella could be put into immediate production.D. The Lampbrella would be put on show in Moscow.第二节(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。
河南省2020-2021学年高一上学期期中英语试卷精选汇编：完形填空专题
完形填空专题河南省洛阳市2020-2021学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题第一节（共20小题;每小题1.5分，满分30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。
Age is just a number, especially when it conies to someone as naturally talented as Miumiu. The little girl from Nanjing, China, is only 6 years old, but her musical 41 goes far beyond (超越）her years . Not only is she a great 42 — player，but she’s also a beautiful singer! It’s no 43 that she has attracted thousands with her 44 cover version (版本）of a classic song.Miumiu has been playing the guitar since she was three years old. In a video, we see her fingers glide(滑动）45 over the strings (弦）as she starts playing Fly Me to the Moon. When her sweet 46 comes in, it makes for one magical experience. 47 her, we can't help hut 48 . She’s that good and so 49 !If that isn’t 50 to make you fall in love，her personality (品格)is great too. Each video on her You Tube channel comes with the 51 ：Thank you for your 52 . I promise I will 53 to study hard. To realize my 54 to be an excellent guita rist! “Musicians with many years, of experience are 55 they had half her talent! One fan wrote u If this is where you’re at when you’re 6, you’ve got a bright 56 ahead of you! 57 music! “”Beautifully sung and58 ”! Music is a world language.It's all about the feeling, and she has more of that than some 40-year-old musicians I know.” Another 59 .This talented little girl is on her way to becoming a star. Her parents must be so 60 —. Never stop doing what you love, Miumiu.41. A. interest B. hobby C. series D. talent42. A. violin B. guitar C. piano D. drum43. A. struggle B. pressure C. wonder D. challenge44. A. peaceful B. admirableC. confident D. traditional45. A. slowly B. merrily C. effortlessly D. carelessly46. A. voice B. taste C. wedding D. bridegroom47. A. Listening to B. Seeing C. Talking to D. Meeting48. A. teach B. expect C. suffer D. smile49. A. generous B. young C. short D. cute50. A. rich B. social C. enough D. important51. A. advertisementsB. protests C. presentations D. words52. A. prize B. encouragement C. scholarship D. reception53. A. star B. continue C. suppose D. come54. A. dream B. opportunity C. forest D. job55. A. complaining B. regretting C. wishing D. applying56. A. future B. color C. light D. opinion57. A. Relaxing B. Classical C. Amazing D. Popular58. A. made B. filled C. designed D. played59. A. presented B. added C. reported D. required60. A. easy B. fortunate C. proud D. smart第一节完形填空(共20小题;每小题1. 5分，满分30分）41 -45 DBCBC 46 -50 AADDC 51-55 DBBAC 56-60 ACDBC河南省南阳市2020-2021学年高一上期期中考试英语试题第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分)阅读下面短文,从短所给各题的四个选项(A. B. C和D)中,选出可以空白处During a terrible boat accident in Texas, 7-year-old Lucas proved you could be a superhero at any age.Breanna and her 41 headed out on two different boats at a lake. A few minutes later, the 42 thing happened. A blowup 43 occurred at the back of the bigger boat, sending several family members flying into the air and setting the 44 on fire. Breanna watched 45 from the smaller boat. Her 7-year-old son, Lucas, was in the bigger boat, 46 two of his younger cousins.“I was frightened," Breanna47 .“I believed Lucas received flash burns to his body when the 48 happened."But despite the great 49 and fear the 7-year-old must have felt, Lucas fixed his eyes on making sure his younger cousins 50 safely. "He said he didn't want anyone else hurt," Breanna explained.“Lucas was 51 too and asked, 'mom, am I going to die' "?First responders sent Lucas to the hospital where doctors 52 began treating his injuries.Lucas has a long road to 53 . But he is facing all of it with unbelievable 54 for a7-year-old boy.Friends, family, and the community have come together to help 55 Lucas and his family during this 56 time. In addition to raising money through the sale of special”Lucas superhero"goods, an online fundraiser has 57 more than $9, 000 being raised to help with medical bills.Seeing your child 58 is the worst nightmare of any parent. But Breanna knows she's59 to still have her son after the terrible accident.“Though I wish this wouldn't have happened,I'm 60 that it happened exactly as it did because we are all still here," she said.41. A. friends B. neighbors C. family D. enemies42. A. informal B. unthinkable C. peaceful D. unsatisfactory43. A. actually B. eventually C. generally D. suddenly44. A .device B. plane C .boat D .container45.A.fearfully B.eagerly C.patiently D.curiously46.A.along with B.according to C.instead of D.as forplained B.apologized C.recalled D.suggested48.A.violence B.explosion C.protest D.revolution49.A.anger B.sadness C.failure D.pain50.A.escaped B.wondered C.explored D.swam51.A.annoyed B.ashamed C.confused D.scared52.A.normally B.hopelessly C.immediately D.casually53.A.success B.recovery C.growth D.happinessfort B.emotion C.attitude D.courage55.A.support B.persuade unch D.discourage56.A. suitable B.tough C.convenient D.limited57.A.cut down B.depended on C.dreamed of D.resulted in58.A.drown B.suffer C.disappear D.beat59.A.fortunate B.confident C.generous D.surprised60.A.regretful B.afraid C.grateful D.annoyed41--45 CBDCA 46--50 ACBDA 51--55 DCBDA 56--60 BDBAC河南省新乡市2020-2021学年高一上学期期中考试英语试卷第一节（共20小题;每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、E、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年度高一上学期期中考试英语试卷及答案（含三套题）
2020-2021学年度高一上学期期中考试英语试卷及答案（含三套题）2020-2021学年度高一上学期期中考试英语试卷及答案考试时间：120分钟试卷满分：150分第一部分：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)1. How soon will the next bus arrive?A. In four minutes.B. In fourteen minutes.C. In forty minutes.2. Where does the dialogue take place?A. In the office.B. In the hospital.C. In the shop.3. What are the speakers talking about?A. A book.B. An American.C. A club.4. What has happened to the man?A. He lost his way.B. He lost his key.C. He lost his money.5. What’s the possible relationship between the two speakers?A. Mother and son.B. Father and daughter.C. Nurse and doctor.第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. How long will it take to mail by air?A. About 10 days.B. About 4 days.C. About 7 days.7. How much will the woman pay?A. 225 yuan.B. 275 yuan.C. 325 yuan.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why is the man feeling nervous?A. The final exam is coming.B. He will have an interviewC. He didn’t pass the exam.9. What’s the problem with the woman?A. She is poor at math.B. She is afraid to speak in public.C. She has little job experience.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
2020-2021学年高一英语上学期期中联考试题[1]
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2020-2021学年高一英语上学期期中联考试题第一部分：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，并标在答题卷的相应位置。
用答题卡的考生，先把选出的最佳选项标在试卷的相应位置，再转涂到答题卡上。
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.When did the alarm ring?A. At 7 : 00.B. At 7 : 30.C. At 8: 00.2.What does the woman think of the man?A. He is careful.B. He is forgetful.C. He is childish.3.What does the man think is helpful to our health?A. Swimming in the sea.B. Swimming in winter.C. Swimming every day.4.Why do most people dance in the street?A. To kill time.B. To draw fort.C. To show paces.5.What are the two speakers talking about?A. Goldfish.B. Snakes.C. Pets.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，并标在答题卷的相应位、置。
用答题卡的考生，先把选出的最佳选项标在试卷的相应位置,再转涂到答题卡上。
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秒钟的作答时问。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
2020-2021学年郑州一中高三英语上学期期中试题及答案解析
2020-2021学年郑州一中高三英语上学期期中试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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AGet up to 19% off the cover pricePlus, get digital access with your paid print subscription●Up-to-date news that touches your lifeFrom money-saving tips and quick reports on the latest healthcare, to inspiring articles on world events, you'll discover hundreds of ideas for living a richer, more satisfying life.●Read it anytime, anywhereGet a l-year-print subscription ofReader's Digestmagazine today and you'll also get free digital instantly. With digital access, you can read the latest issue ofReader's Digestanytime, anywhere! Plus, you can quickly access your past issues online, too.●Continuous renewal serviceYour subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term until you cancel. You authorize us to charge you credit/debit cardat the discounted rate on the renewal service unless you cancel. You may cancel at anytime by visiting Customer Care and receive a refund on all unmailed issues.●Other informationThe cover price ofReader's Digestis $3.99 per issue and it is currently published 10 times annually. Please check the confirmation page and your mailbox to download detailed instructions.1. What is the annual fee for subscription?A. $32. 3.B. $39. 9.C. $40.D. $47. 9.2. Which of the following words best describes the content inReader's Digest?A. Touching and amusing.B. Inspiring and practical.C. Amazing and entertaining.D. Educational and theoretical.3. If you subscribe toReader’s Digest, you can ________.A. have as many issues as possible every yearB. renew your subscription at the original rateC. get back your money for the issues not mailedD. obtain all the past issues online anytime, anywhereBNowadays organic food hasbecome a fashion. Organic food sales reached a record of $ 45.2 billion in 2017, making it one of the fastest-growing parts of American agriculture. Some people may buy organic food for these reasons like resource cycling and biodiversity, but most people may choose organic food because they think it's healthier. While a small number of studies have shown relationships between eating organic food and reducing risks of being ill, no studies, up to now, have answered the question whether eating organic food can improve health.According to the United States Department of Agriculture(USDA), organic food does not suggest anything about health. In 20155 Miles McEvoy, then chief of the National Organic Program for the USDA, refused to admit any health benefits of organic food, saying the question has nothing to do with the National Organic Program. Instead, the USDA thinks that organic refers to a production method that increases cycling of resources keeps ecological balance, and protects biodiversity.I'm an environmental health scientist who has spent over 20 years studying pesticides that do harm to human beings. Several years ago, I was part of the study on whether an organic diet can reduce pesticide exposure. This study focused on a group of pesticides which have always been harmful to children's brain development. We found that children who ate traditional diets had nine times higher exposure to these pesticides than children who ate organic diets.Last month, I published a small study that suggested a path forward to answering the question whether eating organic food actually improves health. My study got a lot of attention. While the results were novel, they didn't answer the big question. As I toldThe New York Timesin 2003, “What does this really mean for the safety of my kids? But we don't know. Nobody does. It was true then, and it's still true now.”4. Why do most people prefer to buy organic food?A. For its health benefits.B. For biodiversity.C. For its delicious taste.D. For resource cycling.5. What does the USDA suggest about organic food?A. It can improve people's health.B. It is produced in an environment-friendly way.C. It can reduce risks of being ill.D. It has nothing to do with the National Organic Program.6. What can be concluded from the author's study?A. Pesticides don't harm children's brain.B. Traditional diets benefit people's health.C. Organic diets can reduce pesticide exposure.D. The results are meaningful to children's safety.7. What is the best title for the text?A.What Is Organic Food?B. Is Organic Food Healthier?C. How Should We Avoid Pesticides?D. What Are the Benefits of Organic Food?CA Hug from a Teenage BoyFifteen years spent in the field of education have provided Nancy Marra with many treasured moments. One of the most endearing happened when she was teaching second grade.That year, she decided to plan something special for the children: a Mother’s Day tea. After all the preparations were made for it, each child took home an invitation.Nancywas surprised and relieved to see that every mother was planning to attend. She even invited her own mother.Finally, the day arrived. That afternoon, each child lined up at the classroom door expecting the arrival of his or her mom. As it got closer to starting time,Nancylooked around and her eyes quickly found Jimmy. His mother hadn’t shown up and he was looking upset.Nancytook her mother by the hand and walked over to Jimmy. “Jimmy,”Nancysaid, “I have a bit of a problem here and I was wondering if you could help out. Since I’m going to be really busy today, I was wondering if you could keep my mother company.”Nancy’s mom and Jimmy sat at a table with two other mother-child pairs. Jimmy servedNancy’s mom her treats, presented her with the giftNancyhad made, and pulled out and pushed in her chair, just as they had practiced the day before. WheneverNancylooked over, her mom and Jimmy were in deep conversation Ten years later,Nancywas at a high school to take a senior class on a field trip, and there was Jimmy. On the way back,Nancyhad the students complete an evaluation form of their trip. She collected and checked the forms one by one.When she came to Jimmy’s evaluation page, he had written, “Remember our Mother’s Day tea we had in second grade, Mrs. Marra? I do! Thanks for all you did for me, and thank your mother, too.”As they began unloading at the school, Jimmy made sure he was the last one to go.Nancytold him she really enjoyed what he had written. He looked rather embarrassed, mumbled (咕哝) his own thanks, and then turned to walk away. As the bus driverbegan pulling the bus away, Jimmy ran back and knocked on the bus door. He jumped back on board and gaveNancya big hug. “Thanks again, Mrs. Marra. No one even knew my mom didn’t make it that day!”She ended her workday with a hug from a teenage boy who had probably stopped hugging teachers years ago.8. Why was Jimmy paired withNancy’s mother?A. Nancy was too busy to spend time with her.B. Jimmy’s mother didn’t come to the event.C. Nancy wanted Jimmy to get to know her.D. Jimmy could get along well with her.9. Where did Jimmy meetNancyten years later?A. Near Jimmy’s high school.B. At a Mother’s Day tea.C. In Nancy’s classroom.D. On a field trip.10. How did Jimmy feel about whatNancyhad done for him?A. Upset.B. Embarrassed.C. Grateful.D. Satisfied.11. Which of the following best presents the theme of the passage?A. No act of kindness is ever wasted.B. A friend in need is a friend indeed.C. A mother’s hug lasts long after she lets go.D. The best teacher must be the best performer.DScott and Daniel Harry are enjoying everyday tasks like shopping and washing for the first time following their move to an accommodation (住宿) support house in Kurwongbah, north of Brisbane last year.Disability Services Queensland’s Strengthening Non-Government Organisations project provided an accommodation support model that would enable residents (居住者) like Daniel and Scott to live more independently.The house is just one of many accommodation support services funded (资助)through the project. The five-bedroom house provides 24-hour care for up to four individuals with complex needs, including medical support. Care and staffing levels are varied and flexible, depending on each resident’s requirements.Scott and Daniel, who have a severe form of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, require 24-hour support in all activities of daily living. Before they moved to the house, they lived with their family. Scott says living at home wasdifficult as it placed a physical and emotional strain(负担) on their parents who had to wake them several times each night to reposition them or place them on breathing machines.“We were heavyhearted,” says Scott, who is planning to write a book about his life experiences. “But our parents now have a lot moretime for themselves. We now manage ourselves on a day-to-day basis.”Daniel is an enthusiastic gardener, taking care of his own vegetable garden. The men share the house with one other young man, and they go to rugby league games, meeting up with friends.Leeding Care Australia provides the care service at Kurwongbah. Manager Lee Garniss says setting up the facilities (设施) has not been without its challenges.“It is an unconventional model of care,” Lee says. “The home is Scott and Daniel’s home, however it is also a workplace for their support staff. Balancing these two requirements has been a challenge for all.”“We have experienced a bit of a learning phase over the last twelve months. However, by working as a team we try our best to meet the needs of both residents and staff and I think we have achieved the right balance.”12. What do we know about the house Scott and Daniel live in now?A. It was built by their parents.B. It can accommodate four residents.C. It belongs to a governmental project.D. It’s located in the center of Brisbane.13. Why did Scott and Daniel’s parents wake up frequently at night?A. To help them do exercise.B. They were making a lot of noise.C. To check on their breathing.D. They were under emotional pressure.14. How did Scott feel while living with his parents?A. A bit guilty.B. Quite happy.C. Very proud.D. Slightly angry.15. What was a challenge while setting up the facilities?A. Lack of fund.B. No workplace.C. Inexperienced staff members.D. Satisfying both staff and residents’ needs.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。
河南省2020-2021学年高一上学期期中英语试卷精选汇编：语法填空专题
语法填空专题河南省洛阳市2020-2021学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)阅读下面短文,在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Hua Mulan is a historical person who is famous for disguising ( 伪装) herself as a man. Her name61 (be) “heroine” for a long time.Both history hooks and stories do at least agree on one thing —her achievements. It’s said that Mulan’s father 62 (order)to serve in the army. He had fought before, but by this time, he was weak and old and Mulan's only brother was far 63 young. She decided to disguise herself as a mail and take64 ( she) fathers place.Mulan fought 65 ( brave) in many bloody campaigns (战役）for several yearsbefore she got permission to return home. Mulan was asked to come to see the emperor(皇帝）， 66 wished to make her to high office because of her brilliant 67 (contribute). Mulan turned down his offer and accepted a fine hoi-se instead. Only 68 (late)，when Mulan’s friends in the army went to visit her, did they learn that she was a woman.the story of Hua Mulan is well known and has provided much inspiration (灵感)for different works 69 (include) poetry, essays, operas and paintings, as well 70movies.Disney’s live-action movie Hua Mulan will come out this year.第二节语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分）61. has been 62. was ordered 63. too 64. her 65. bravely66. who 67. contribution 68. later 69. including 70. as河南省南阳市2020-2021学年高一上期期中考试英语试题第二节语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的适当形式。
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2020-2021学年河南郑州高一上英语期中试卷一、阅读理解1.Located just off the A36 between Bath and Salibury, it can be reached by taking the A36.Bristol ZooBristol Zoo is one of the UK's oldest zoos. It will celebrate its 184th anniversary（周年）in 2020. Here, you will find over 400 different species of creatures. It also has nine animal houses, so even if the weather isn't at its best, there are still lots of amazing creatures to look at, including the endangered red panda. Perhaps one of the most popular places is Bug World, where you can see all kinds of scary insects.Admission for adults is £14 and £8.50 for 3—14 years of age.Located in the Clifton region of Bristol, you can reach the zoo by taking either the No. 8 or 9 bus. Clifton Down train station is also close by, and if you are taking public transport, you can buy a discounted entry ticket to the zoo.A visit to a zoo can be an amazing experience for people of all ages. If you want to get close to wildlife, why not visit one of the following zoos in the UK?Longleat Safari & Adventure ParkWiltshire's Longleat Safari & Adventure Park is the UK's oldest safari park. Opened in 1966, it is the first safari park opened outside Africa. It was just a 100-acre lion reserve in the beginning, but it has grown fast over the years. Now you can see parrots and other creatures here, although lions are still popular with many people.Open from mid-February to early November, a day ticket costs £26 for adults. Admission （门票）for 3—14 years of age is £18.50 and £21 for the over-60s.（1）What do we know about Wiltshire's Longleat Safari & Adventure Park?A.It covers an area of 100 acre in total.B.It is the first safari park in the UK.C.It has a longer history than Bristol Zoo.D.It is famous mostly for its parrots and lions.（2）How much should a 61-year-old couple and their 4-year-old grandson pay to visitthe Longleat Safari & Adventure Park?A.£42.B.£52.C.£60.50.D.£70.50.（3）When was Bristol Zoo probably opened?A.In 1826.B.In 1766.C.In 1936.D.In 1836.2.AshLynn Marracino's dad died of a brain aneurysm（动脉瘤）in 2010. Since then, it has become something of a tradition for the 16-year-old teenager to mark his birthday by penning him a letter and sending it on a balloon. And this year, she received an unexpected reply. The balloon was sent sailing into the sky, floating（漂浮）436 miles to the city of Auburn.According to KCBS, Ashlynn's dad was in prison until she reached the age of 10, and he only had one year with her before his death. The TV station reported that her letter read, "I've been playing softball for 11 years now. Can you believe it? I hope you helped me out with all those home runs. I don't like how I never had you in my life. It's not fair. Show me a sign please. Anything to let me know you are there. I miss you so much and I want you back."Restaurant owner Lisa Swisley discovered the deflated（泄气的）balloon and decided to give the teenager a touching surprise. Lisa wrote, "You have missed so much and I miss you. And I love you, miss you like crazy."Lisa shared the letter on a Pay It Forward Facebook page, designed to recognize and improve acts of kindness and goodwill. Speaking to ABC News, Lisa said, "I thought it would be cool to send her something to show my respect. I jumped on a Pay It Forward page I follow on Facebook and asked people to help." In an unbelievable show of support, good-natured strangers have sent scores of cards and packages at Lisa's request. The restaurant owner and the teenager have also spoken over Skype.Ashlynn, who wrote the letter for her dad's January 6 birthday, told KCBS, "While I was writing it, I was just crying so much and then when I let it go I just kind of calmed down and I watched it go, and I didn't think anybody would find it."（1）How did Ashlynn celebrate her dad's birthday after his death?A.By sending her dad presents.B.By reading her dad's letter.C.By traveling a long distance by balloon.D.By choosing a special way of communication.（2）What can we learn about Ashlynn's dad?A.He had little time to be with Ashlynn.B.He couldn't support his whole family.C.He suffered from a serious illness for a long time.D.He left his hometown when he was still a little child.（3）Why does Lisa post the letter on a website page?A.To share her personal experience.B.To beg more people to offer help.C.To show her attitude to kindness.D.To introduce an act of kindness.（4）What was Ashlynn's feeling when she let the balloon go?A.Sad.B.Disappointed.C.Calm.D.Hopeful.3.The British are known for their sense of humor. However, it is often difficult for foreigners to understand their jokes. The main point to remember is that the British often use understatement.Understatement means saying less than you think or feel. For example, if someone gets very wet in a shower of rain, he might say, "Its a little damp（潮湿的）outside." Or, if someone is very impolite and shouts at another person, someone else might say, "She isn't exactly friendly." Understatement is often used in unpleasant situation or to make another person look silly. Understatement plays an important part in British humor.Another key to understanding British humor is that the British like to make fun of themselves as well as others. They often laugh about the silly and unpleasant things that happen to our everyday life when someone accidentally falls over in the street. They also like to make jokes about people from different classes of society. They like to make jokes about their accents, the way they dress and the way they behave. What's more, the British love to watch comedies（喜剧）about people who do not know how to behave in society. The comedies series Mr. Bean is a good example of this kind of humor.Mr. Bean is the character created by British actor Rowan Atkinson in 1990. Mr. Bean doesn't talk often, and instead he uses his body movement and facial expressions to make people laugh. Perhaps what makes Mr. Bean so funny is that he does things that adults in the real world cannot do. Mr. Bean is popular in many countries around the world because you do not have to speak English to understand the humor. Because of this, many people have become familiar with the British sense of humor.（1）Why is it difficult for foreigners to understand British jokes?A.The British often enlarge the fact.B.British jokes are not as funny as jokes in other countries.C.British jokes are connected with many different cultures.D.The British try to make out that something is less important than it is.（2）The author explains understatement by ________.ing examplesB.making comparisonsC.following time orderD.describing a process（3）Mr. Bean makes people laugh by ________.A.telling funny storiesing his body languageC.copying how others behaveD.making jokes about others' accent（4）What can be the best title for the text?A.British Humor in ComedyB.Understanding British HumorC.Developing Your Sense of HumorD.Humor in Different Cultures4.You can't always forecast a heavy rain or remember your umbrella. But designer Mikhail Belyaev doesn't think that forgetting to check the weather forecast before heading out should result in you getting wet. That's why he created Lampbrella, a lamp post with its own rain-sensing umbrella.The designer says he got the idea after watching people get wet on streets in Russia. "Once, I was driving on a central Saint Petersburg street and saw the street lamps lighting up people trying to hide from the rain. I thought it would be suitable to have a canopy（伞篷）builtinto a street lamp," he said.The Lampbrella is a standard-looking street lamp fitted with an umbrella canopy. It has abuilt-in electric motor which can open or close the umbrella on demand. Sensors（传感器）then make sure that the umbrella offers pedestrians（行人）shelter whenever it starts raining.According to the designer, the Lampbrella would move at a low speed, in order not to cause harm to the pedestrians. Besides, it would be grounded to protect from possible lightning strike. Each Lampbrella would offer enough shelter for several people. Installed（安装）at two meters off the ground, it would only be a danger for the tallest of pedestrians.While there are no plans to take the Lampbrella into production, Belyaev says he recently introduced his creation to one Moscow Department, and insists his creation could be installed on any street where a lot of people walk but there are no canopies to provide shelter.（1）For what purpose did Belyaev create the Lampbrella?A.To forecast a heavy rain.B.To check the weather forecast.C.To shelter people from the rain.D.To get people to take an umbrella.（2）What do we know from Belyaev's words in Paragraph 2?A.He enjoyed taking walks in the rain.B.It rains a lot in the city of Saint Petersburg.C.Street lamps are protected by canopies.D.He came up with his creation from an experience in the rain.（3）What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell us about the Lampbrella?A.Its moving speed.B.Its safety.C.Its installation.D.Its appearance.（4）What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A.The designer is confident that his creation is practical.B.The designer will open a company to promote his product.C.The Lampbrella could be put into immediate production.D.The Lampbrella would be put on show in Moscow.二、七选五阅读5. 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。
2020-2021学年郑州一中高三英语上学期期中考试试题及答案解析
2020-2021学年郑州一中高三英语上学期期中考试试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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ACharlie Thorne and the Last Equationby Stuart GibbsThe CIA is on a task to find an equation (方程式) called Pandora, which could destroy the world if the wrong people get it. For help, they turn to Charlie, a 12-year-old girl who's as smart as Albert Einstein. People who like action-packed mysteries will enjoy reading this exciting book.AstroNutsby Jon Scieszka and Steven WeinbergIn AstroNuts, the Earth has been destroyed by humans for thousands of years. Four animals set out from Mount Rushmore, the headquarters (总部) of NNASA. Their task is to find a new planet fit for human life. Finally, they discover one: Plant Planet. The story's theme (主题) is simple: Don't harm the planet. Readers who love fantasy will enjoy AstroNuts.Stargazingby Jen WangChristine hears that Moon, who's new in town, is the kind of kid who beats people up for fun. But Moon and her mum come to live with Christine's family, and the two kids become best friends. Moon even shares a big secret with Christine. Stargazing is based on author Jen Wang's experiences as a child. The story is about the power of friendship and how people are able to change.Roll with Itby Jamie SumnerRoll with It is a story about a 12-year-old girl named Ellie. She has difficulty walking on her own and uses a wheelchair. When Ellie and her mum move to another state to take care of Ellie's grandpa, she must learn to navigate (处理) a new school and new friendships. This page-turner is a must-read for everyone. It's a heartwarming story that really shows the value of familyand how being different is special.1. Which book tells readers to protect the place we live in?A.AstroNutsB.Stargazing.C.Roll with It.D.Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation.2. What makes Stargazing different from the other three books?A. It talks about friendship.B. It tells stories about animals.C. It contains lots of scientific knowledge.D. It was written according to the author's experiences.3. What happened to Ellie?A. She had difficulty in making friends.B. She had an accident which left her in a wheelchair.C. She went to a new school and had to start all over again.D. She lost her mum and was taken care of by her grandpa.BFor as long as I can remember, my body and I have shared a relationship of discontent. Growing up, I was skinnier than the other kids and at five I was told I wasn't attractive and that I must put on some weight. But no matter how much I ate, I stayed thin for years until adolescence. Then I started putting on weight almost immediately. I remember feeling happy as I began to fill out. However, my joy didn't last long.I was thirteen when I was first called fat. Friends and neighbours would make jokes on my big size. As I entered my late teens, I had completely lost confidence in my body and, subsequently, in myself. Having failed to live up to conventional beauty standards, I was convinced that if I wanted to be loved, I needed to offer more, doing anything to please everyone around.I entered adulthood thinking I wasn't “enough”—an idea that was seeded not only by the fact that “skinny” is celebrated, but also by the language associated with accounts of losing weight—selfimprovement, discipline—all virtues. Being fat quickly categorizes you as lazy and undisciplined. Consumed by thoughts of the way my body looked, I didn't notice the other ways my body needed attention. I failed to realize, for example, that my period was much heavier and more painful than ever before. Actually I developed a rare disease and later I had two surgeries.I was always made to feel that my weight was the root of a lot of problems in my life; I have learnt this is not true. After a lot of selfreflection and some professional help, I realized I never learnt to like myself. While twodecades of selfhatred cannot be undone overnight, I have taken first steps to acceptance.I am now much lighter than before, in body and mind. There are days I find voices on social media saying I am too fat to be loved or to be worthy, but I am learning not to focus on that thought for long. As long as I like myself, just the way I am, opinions at the end of the day are just water off a duck's back.4. What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs?A. She could change her weight at will.B. She had different beauty standards from others.C. She tried to love others to build her confidence.D. She was greatly influenced by others' opinions.5. Why did the author think she wasn't “enough”?A. She was poorly disciplined.B. She failed to celebrate “skinny”．C. She was labelled as lazy for her weight.D. She put on more weight after entering adulthood.6. What caused the author to make a change?A. Her lighter body.B. A troublesome illness.C. Popular beauty standards.D. Others' critical comments.7. What is the best title for the text?A. Beauty matters.B. Opinions vary.C. Worth your weight.D. Beyond your limits.CWe have most friends at the age of 26 afterhaving spent the first quarter of our lives building up our friendship circle, new research has claimed.The research into friendship shows that our social circle peaks at 26 years and 7 months, at which we typically have five close friends. Women are most popular at 25 years and 10 months, with men hitting the highest friendship point a little later at 27 years and 3 months.The research, by Forever Friends, shows that about a third of adults meet their closest friends while at school, with about a fifth saying they meet them at work.Social networks such as Facebook and Twitter now also play a major role in building new friendship. The research points out that 25 to 34-year-olds make 22 friends via Facebook, compared to 18 to 24-year-olds whomake 12, and 35 to 44-year-olds who make just four.Forever Friends' relationship coach Sam Owen says, “It is no coincidence that over a third of us meet our best friends at school. It is a key time in our lives when friendship is growing through sharing notes, giving gifts, seeing each other regularly and laughing a lot. As adults we can often forget how powerful these small things are and how the little things can make a difference."Later in life we find ourselves losing friends. Over half of us lose friendship through moving, while 36% say that over time they grow apart from close pals. Having children also causes 19% todrift away fromchildhood friends.With growing pressure being put on friendship these days, it's important to make time for our friendship.8. How many friends can a 20-year-old college student make via Facebook?A. 22.B. 18.C. 12.D. 4.9. In Paragraph 5, the author is trying to tell the readers ________.A. how important making friends isB. school time is an important period to develop friendshipC. how much has been done to keep friendshipD. that friendship is not easy to keep10. The underlined phrase "drift away from" in Paragraph 6 means ________.A. make sense ofB. make up withC. feel sorry forD. lose touch with11. This passage is mostprobably taken from ________.A. a newspaperB. an advertisementC. a textbookD. Facebook or TwitterDItaly's fashion capital is gray — not only because of the blocks of stone buildings，but also due to its often-gray sky, which traps pollution. ButMilannow wants to change it.The city has an ambitious plan to plant 3 million new trees by 2030 - a move that experts say could offer relief from the city's hot weather. Some projects have already contributed to environmental improvements. Architect Stefano Boeri’s Vertical Forest residential (居民的) tower, completed in 2014, aims to improve not only air quality but the quality of life for Milan residents. Boeri created a smallisland of greenery in the heart ofMilan, filling everybalcony with plants that absorb carbon dioxide.“I think forestation is one of the best chances that we have today. It is one of the most effective ways we have to fight climate change, because everyone can plant trees, Boeri said.Damiano Di Simine, a member of the environmental group Legambiente , said the greenMilanproject will lower temperatures in a city where the nighttime temperature can be 6 degrees Celsius higher than in the surrounding area. City show thatMilanexperiences 35 hot nights a year. Because the city lies close to theAlps, Milin gets very little wind to lower the city's temperatures. "Planting trees will help this," Di said.TheVerticalForesthas attracted more than 20 species of birds. And the shade provided by the 800 trees and 15,000 plants means that residents rarely have to put on air conditioning, even in hot summers. TheVerticalForest's total greenery- can absorb 30 metric tons of carbon dioxide every year. The presence of green trees has a very important effect on people's health and psychological state, as has already been proved.12. What change doesMilanplan to make?A. Planting more trees.B. Creating a new fashion style.C. Pulling down more gray stone buildings.D. Doing more surveys to study global wanning.13. What's Boeri's opinion on the city's plan?A. It costs a lot.B. It is unpractical.C. It fails to attract people's attention.D. It is helpful to fight against climate change.14. What is Di Simine's attitude toward the city's plan?A. Doubtful.B. Supportive.C. Disappointed.D. Unconcerned.15. What does the last paragraph focus on?A. Specifics of the city's plan.B. Challenges faced by the city.C. The aim of theVerticalForestproject.D. The positive effect of theVerticalForestproject.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。
2020-2021学年郑州一中高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及答案
2020-2021学年郑州一中高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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ALocated in the beautiful Sichuan Basin, Chongqing is a magical 8D city. The natural history and cultural scenery of the area provide children with learning opportunities because they can enjoy the many wonders of this area.Fengjie Tiankeng Ground JointTiankeng Diqiao Scenic Area is located in the southern mountainous area of Fengjie County. The Tiankeng pit is 666 meters deep and is currently the deepest tiankeng in the world. The scenic spot is divided into ten areas including Xiaozhai Tiankeng, Tianjingxia Ground, Labyrinth River, and Longqiao River. There are many and weird karst cave shafts, and countless legends haunt them.Youyang Peach GardenYouyang Taohuayuan Scenic Area is a national forest park, a national 5A-level scenic spot, and a national outdoor sports training base. Located in the hinterland of Wuling Mountain. The Fuxi Cave in the scenic spot is about 3,000 meters long, with winding corridors, deep underground rivers, and color1 ful stalactites. The landscape is beautiful.Jinyun Mountain National Nature ReserveJinyun Mountain is located in Beibei District of Chongqing City, about 45 kilometers away from the Central District of Chongqing City. The nine peaks of Jinyun Mountain stand upright and rise from the ground. The ancient trees on the mountain are towering, the green bamboos form the forest, the environment is quiet, and the scenery is beautiful, so it is called "Little Emei". Among them, Yujian Peak is the highest, 1050 meters above sea level; Lion Peak is the most precipitous and spectacular, and the other peaks are also unique.Chongqing People's SquareChongqing's Great Hall of the People, one of the landmarks of Chongqing, gives people the deepest impression than its magnificent appearance resembling the Temple of Heaven. It also uses the traditional method of central axis symmetry, with colonnade-style double wings and a tower ending, plus a large green glazed roof, large red pillars, white railings, double-eave bucket arches, and painted carved beams.1.How deep is the Tiankeng Ground Joint?A.666mB.3,000mC.45kmD.1050m2.Which of the following rocks can you see in Youyang Peach Garden?A.LimestoneB.StalactiteC.MarbleD.Quartzite3.Which attraction is closest to downtown Chongqing?A.Fengjie Tiankeng Ground JointB.Jinyun Mountain National Nature ReserveC.Chongqing People's SquareD.Youyang Peach GardenBHowdo you turn “dumb” headphones into smart ones? Rutgers engineers have invented a cheap and easy way by transforming headphones into sensors that can be plugged into (插入) smartphones, identify their users monitor their heart rates and perform other services.Their invention, called HeadFi, is based on a small plug-in headphone adapter that turns a regular headphone into a sensing device (装置). Unlike smart headphones, regular headphones lack sensors. HeadFi would allow users to avoid having to buy a new pairof smart headphones with sensors to enjoy sensing features.“HeadFi could turn hundreds of millions of existing, regular headphones worldwide into intelligent ones with a simple upgrade (升级),” said Xiaoran Fan, a HeadFi primary inventor.A Rutgers-led paper on the invention, which results in "earable intelligence", will be formally published in October at MobiCom 2021, the top international conference on mobile computing and mobile and wireless networking. Headphones are among the most popular wearable devices worldwide and they continue to become; more intelligent as new functions appear, such as touch-based gesture control, the paper notes. Such functions usually rely on aiding sensors, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes and microphones that are availableon many smart headphones.HeadFi turns the two drivers already inside all headphones into a versatile (多功能的) sensor, and it works by connecting headphones to a pairing device, such as a smartphone. It doesn't require adding aiding sensors and avoids changes to headphone hardware or the need to customize headphones, both of which may increase their weight and size. By plugging into HeadFi, a converted headphone can perform sensing tasks and play music at the same time.The engineers conducted experiments with 53 volunteers using 54 pairs of headphones with prices ranging from $2. 99 to $15 ,000. HeadFi can achieve 97. 2 percent to 99. 5 percent accuracy on user identification, 96.8 percentto 99. 2 percent on heart rate monitoring and 97. 7 percent to 99. 3 percent on gesture recognition.4. What does Xiaoran Fan think of HeadFi?A. Secure to operate.B. Simple to use.C. Easy to substitute.D. Convenient to store.5. What can we know about HeadFi according to the text?A. It can't work with headphones alone.B. It actually functions as a versatile sensor.C. It makes headphones larger and heavier than usual.D. It doesn't work when headphones are playing music.6. The figures are listed in the last paragraph mainly to show_________.A. the various functions of HeadFiB. the wide popularity of headphonesC. the great complexity of headphonesD. the excellent performance of HeadFi7. What can be the best title for the text?A. How to Use Headphones AppropriatelyB. Headphones Can Be Upgraded InstantlyC. How to Make Regular Headphones IntelligentD. New Uses Have Been Found in HeadphonesCThe idea came to him when he least expected it. Alvin Irby was at a barbershop when he saw one of his former students sitting in the shop with a bored look on his face. That’s when Irby realized that by pairing barbershops and books, he might be able to inspire young boys to read.Alvin Irby, a former kindergarten and first-grade teacher, knows how important it is for young children to read. He also knows that young boys in particular often don’t have adult male role models who inspire them to read. “Many young boys may literally never see a man reading in school during the years when they’re learning to read because there are so few male elementary school teachers,” Irby toldMashable.That’s where the barbershops come in. Four years ago, Irby launched Barbershop Books as a way to not just get books into the hands of young boys, but also to create community reading spaces in a place where kids go frequently. Since itsinceptionin 2013, the program has created kid-friendly reading spaces in 50 barbershops in 12 states throughout the United States.Irby isn’t the first person to see the connection between barbershops and books and boys. Hair stylistCourtney Holmes, launched a program a few years ago offering free haircuts to kids as long as they read to him while he cuts their hair.That’s the kind of environment that Irby wants to promote with his program. The reading spaces created by Barbershop Books help to spark an interest in books by showing kids that reading is about more than just spelling and vocabulary skills, it’s about making reading a low-stress activity that can help them relax, laugh and have fun.“Our belief is that if we can create positive reading experiences early and often for young boys, then they will choose to read for fun,” Irby noted, adding, “This is really what Barbershop Books is about, getting young boys to say three words: I’m a reader.”8. What happened to Alvin when he was at a barbershop?A. He found it easy for young people to get bored.B. He offered a barbershop to his former student.C. He thought of a way to encourage young readers.D. He realized the importance of reading for young boys.9. What is the function of Barbershop Books?A. To attract more customers who love films.B. To provide free haircuts to book lovers.C. To show the influence of reading on children.D. To create a reading environment fbr children.10. It can be inferred from the passage that ________.A. reading is a low-stress activity that is relaxingB. Barbershop Books is only suitable for young boysC. Irby attaches great importance to school educationD. Barbershop Books can arouse (引起) young people’s interest in reading11. What does the underlined word “inception” in the 3rdparagraph mean?A. discovery.B. success.C. popularity.D. beginning.DShanghairesidents passing through the city’s eastern Huangpu district in Octobermight have astonished at an unusual sight: a “walking” building. An 85-year-old primary school has been lifted off the ground in its entirety and relocated using new technology named the “walking” machine.In the city’s latest effort to preserve historic structures, engineers used nearly 200 mobile supports under the five-story building. The supports act like robotic legs. They’re split into two groups which in turns rise up and down, imitating the human step. Attached sensors help control how the building moves forward.TheLagenaPrimary School, which weighs 7,600 tons, faced a new challenge — it’s T-shaped, while previously relocated structures were square or rectangular. Experts and technicians met to discuss possibilities and test a number of different technologies before deciding on the “walking machine”.Over the course of 18 days, the building was rotated 21degrees and moved 62 meters away to its new location. The old school building is set to become a center for heritage protection and cultural protection. The project marks the first time this “walking machine” method has been used inShanghaito relocate a historical building.In recent years,China’s rapid modernization has seen many historic buildingsrazedto clear land for skyscrapers and office buildings. But there has been growing concern about the architectural heritage loss as a result of destruction across the country.Shanghaihas beenChina’s most progressive city when it comes to heritage preservation. The survival of a number of 1930s buildings in the famous Bund district and 19th-century “Shikumen” houses in the repaired Xintiandi neighborhood has offered examples of how to give old buildings new life. The city also has a track record of relocating old buildings. In 2018, the city relocated a 90-year-old building in Hongkou district, which was then considered to beShanghai’s most complex relocation project to date.12. How did the primary school get moved?A. By reducing the weight of it.B. By using movable supports.C. By dividing it into several parts.D. By using robotic legs.13. What does the underlined word “razed” probably mean in Paragraph 5?A. Replaced.B. Burnt.C. Protected.D. Destroyed.14. What can we infer about the heritage preservation inChina?A. The use of advanced technology leads to growing concern.B. Shanghai is the pioneer in preserving architectural heritage.C.A number of old buildings have been given new life.D. Many historic buildings will be relocated.15. What is the passage mainly about?A. New preservation campaigns are launched inChina.B. New technology gives new life to historic buildings.C. A building inShanghai“walks” to a new location.D. “Walking machine” makes heritage protection simpler.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。
2020-2021学年郑州中学高三英语期中试卷及答案
2020-2021学年郑州中学高三英语期中试卷及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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AArtificial intelligence (Al) is practically everywhere today. There are so many products out there which use Al. Some are being developed, some are already in use, and some failed and are being improved, so it’s very difficult to name a few of them and regard them as the best.ViIt is an Al personal trainer which is mainly concerned with fitness and coaching. It, however, requires the use of bio-sensing earphones and other fitness tracking equipment! It can play your favourite music while you work out and all you have to worry about is the exercise you're doing.Deep TextDo you ever wonder how an ad appears suddenly just when you are looking for something similar? This is because of Deep Text. It uses real-time consumer information to produce data which in turn is used to target consumers. Thus, if you search online for flight tickets fromBangaloretoDelhi, it is very likely that an ad relating to hotels inDelhiwill soon follow.Hello EggIf you live alone and miss your mother because you always miss your breakfast or don’t know what to eat for dinner, then Hello Egg is exactly what you are looking for. A very healthy choice of the 2-minute noodles and oats, Hello Egg provides you with a detailed weekly meal plan about the needs of your body. It is truly a modern AI-powered home cooking tool for the young.WordsmithYou can put Mr. Smith into your Microsoft Excel using their free API, and let it write up detailed analysis of the stories behind your numbers. It can produce detailed reports on thousands of pages of spreadsheets in seconds.1. What can we learn about Vi from the text?A. It is an AI music player.B. It is a bio-sensing earphone.C. It doesn't work without bio-sensing earphones.D. It can make you more energetic while you work out.2. Which can help you improve cooking skill?A. Deep Text.B. Vi.C. Wordsmith.D. Hello Egg.3. What can Wordsmith do for us?A. Produce a detailed report.B. Provide us with a detailed meal plan.C. Book a ticket ahead of time.D. Offer us information on hotels for traveling.BThe COVID-19 vaccination（接种疫苗）rate in the US has fallen to newlows in recent weeks, threatening President Joe Biden’s goal of having 70 percent of American adults with at least one shot by July 4.With just less than one month from July 4, the current vaccination rate will put the US at somewhere between 67 percent and 68 percent of the adult population with at least one dose（剂量）by Independence Day. To reach 70 percent by July 4, around 1.6 percent of the population needs to get their first dose per week from now until July 4.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention（CDC）reported last week that 63 percent of adults hadreceived their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. That was up slightly from 62 percent from the report a week before. The additional 1 percent of adults completing their first dose is the lowest since the CDC started tracking the vaccination rate in mid-February.On average, fewer than 1 million shots are given out per day, a decline of more than two-thirds from the peak of 3.4 million in April, The Washington Post reported. In South Carolina, about 71,000 residents got a shot in the week leading up to June 3, compared to a high of nearly 300,000 in one week in early April, according to data from the CDC.The slowdown is moreprominentacross the South and Midwest. Twelve states have seen vaccinations fall to 15 daily shots per 10,000 residents. Less than a quarter of black Americans had received their first COVID-19 shot as of June 7.James Hildreth, CEO of Meharry Medical College, told Politico, “We need to make a stronger effort to bring the vaccine to the communities, rather than relying on the communities to come to vaccination centers.”The sharp decline in vaccination began in mid-April when federal officials temporarily stopped the use of the Johnson＆Johnson vaccine while they investigated rare blood-clotting（凝血）reactions.The “low-hanging fruit—thosepeople who ly want to get vaccinated without you telling them anything” have already been vaccinated, which has led to the slowdown, Dr Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said on a White House-organized call with community leaders last week, according to the Post.4. What can we learn from the text?A. Dr Anthony Fauci is in charge of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.B. In South Carolina, about 300,000 residents got a shot in the week leading up to June 3C. In mid-April federal officials temporarily suspended the Johnson＆Johnson vaccine.D. Less than one fourth of Americans had received their first COVID-19 shot by June 7.5. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “prominent” in Para. 5?A. Meaningful.B. Obvious.C. Inspiring.D. Complex.6. How can America increase the COVID-19 vaccination rate according to James Hildreth?A. By giving the vaccine shot at the communities.B. By offering the vaccine to the public for free.C. By frequently informing the public of the vaccine.D. By urging the communities to come to vaccination centers.7. What can be the best title for the text?A. Biden wishes to have 70% of adults with one shot by July 4B. CDC has been trackingthe vaccination rate since mid-FebruaryC. Some Americans need to get vaccinated without telling them toD. Biden’s July 4th vaccine goal may be missedCAmerican football was the fastest-growing sport for US young players last year, according to a survey sponsored by the sport's governing body.But it was the game's no tackle variety that showed the biggest increase－a finding that may reflect concerns about injury. In American football, a tackle (抢断球) refers to an attempt to stop an opponent by forcing them to the ground.The number of participants in football grew in 2015 while most other sport, except baseball, posted a decline, USA Football said on Monday, citing(引用) the findings of a survey of 30,000 children and teenagers.Participation in flag football (a no-tackle type of football) increased by 8.7 percent among children aged 6 to14, while tackle football rose by 1.9 percent. For that age group, the only other sport that grew was baseball, with a 3. 3 percent increase.In the 15-to-18 age group, flag football rose by 10. 5 percent, while tackle grew by 2.5 percent.Basketball was the third, with a 1. 1 percent increase. Participation in all other sports declined.Tom Farrey, executive director of the Aspen Institute's Sports & Society Program, said he was surprised that flag football participation rose so much.“The trend suggests that parents aremarching to the beat of a different drummer, in pursuing flagas an alternative for their kids," he said.The findings come at a time of increasing concern about the risk associated with youth sports, particularly hockey (曲棍球) and football, where medical researchers have warned about the risk of concussions (damagesto the brain caused by violent blows to the head) and death linked to brain injury.USA Football, anIndianapolis,Indianabased nonprofit funded in part by the National Football League, believed that the increases resulted from better safety and health education."Football participation increases, even modest increases, may signal that programs such as our Heads Up Football program and practice guidelines are making a positive difference," said Scot Hallenbeck, USA Football chief executive, in a statement.Robert Cantu, aBostonUniversityneurosurgery professor and investigator at the school's chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Center said the increase in fag football participation signaled that more parents were directing children to a safe alternative8. What can we learn about the two age groups?A. Flag football grew the fastest in the 6-to-18 group.B. Tackle football grew he fastest in the 6-to-14 group.C. Participation in baseball declined the most in both groupsD. Participation in tackle football increased the most in both groups.9. The underlined part probably means ________.A working at a different paceB. behaving in a different wayC. ignoring the major differencesD. trying to accept different opinions10. The popularity of flag football is inked with the fact thatA. its rules have been adapted for young playersB. it receives more funds than other varietiesC. tackle football is an old-fashioned gameD. experts worry about children's safety11. What is the cause of football growth according to USA Football?A. Their safety programs are successful.B. More children show interest in the game.C. Football is less likely to cause concussions.D. There are different types of football to choose from.DWhat about your emotions? How do they help you to understand what you are reading?In Jane Yolan'sOwl Moon,a girl explores with her father on a snowy night. She longs for this special night.And she's amazed when she sees an owl.Have you felt longing before? Amazement? Well, if you have, it helps you have a sense of agreement. When we can put ourselves inside a story we can understand it better. Our brain tells us,"Oh, this girl's experience is a bit like mine."And boom! We can relate to her.But this skill is not born in us.So young kids have to learn it.Pictures and images help young readers to understand and recognize feelings.Readers feel joy when seeing the smiling faces of friends.They feel fear when turning the page to find a scary monster. They are just pictures,but the feelings are real. This skill, to understand the thinking and feeling of others, is what researchers call "theory of mind".For example, think about the faces of people and animals in stories. The Big Bad Wolf's scary teeth. The 'o' shape of a surprised character's mouth. Or big, wide eyes like the girl inOwl Moon.By noticing the faces,readers can start to figure out what it feels like to be that character.And that helps to figure out how people feel and think in real life.But most young readers don't go into deep,scary woods.And some may not go to the beach or play basketball.In the bookYo!Yes?two kids meet and play ball. The kids start the story on opposite pages.But as the story goes on,they get closer until they are together.Some young readers might not play basketball, but they can read the clues on the page to figure out how the kids are feeling.And some readers might not like the game,but they can feel excited for the characters because of how the characters look and move.12. What can we learn from the second paragraph?A.Owl Moontalks about the exploration of the Moon.B. The feeling of"amazement"is a sense of agreement.C. Readers are blessed with the ability to interpret others.D. Readers with similar experience understand the story better.13. Which of the following might help readers develop"theory of mind"?A. True feelings.B. Smiling faces.C. Picture books.D. Reading skills.14. Young readers can go deeper into a story by________.A. tracking the plotB. developing new skillsC. sharing similar hobbiesD. analyzing the background15. What is the text mainly about?A. How thinking influences reading.B. How readers improve reading skills.C. How emotions help enhance reading.D. How kids figure out the clues of stories.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。