（2019）新外研版高中英语选择性必修第一册高一下学期期末考试英语试题汇编：阅读理解.doc

1、黑龙江省部分学校2020-2021学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题分类汇编阅读理解黑龙江省大庆市东风中学2020-2021学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题第一节（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 和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。AThe Lucky Inn3852 The Laneway, Los Angeles, CALocationSituated in a quiet spot just far enough away from popular tourist attractions, yet still close enough to

2、 walk to some of the major attractions, such as the Hollywood sign, several art museums and the walk of Fame.Hotel Features (特点)It includes a spa (温泉) thats open 24 hours, an indoor/outdoor pool, fitness center and two restaurants. Wi-Fi is available for free throughout the hotel, and our guests lov

3、e the fresh, homemade cookies we have available in the hall during the day.Room ItemsEach hotel room comes equipped with 2 beds, a mini fridge, and a coffee maker. Our deluxe (豪华) rooms all feature thoughtful touches such as robes and slippers as well as chocolates on your pillows in the evening.ONL

4、INE REVIEW:Lucky to have stayed at the Lucky InnBy PoshieI wish I could live there! I went there on a ladies-only trip in July, and we were treated like queens. The staff go above and beyond. Mario at the front desk was incredible. He even upgraded our room because he knew we were all tired moms who

5、 rarely ever get to have a trip like this. Glad that Ive chosen this for my holiday!RESPONSE:Thank you for your review! I m glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that Mario was able to help you. Ill pass on your comments to him. We hope youll return to stay with us whenever you are in the area

6、. And let us know when youre coming so we can make extra cookies for you!James Mehta, Customer Service Director1. In which part can readers find information concerning swimming?A. Location.B. Hotel Features.C. Room Items.D. OnlineReview & Response.2. What extra can you enjoy in deluxe rooms?A. A hot

7、 breakfast every morning.B. A softer bed to sleep in.C. A special treat on your bed each night.D. A bigger swimming pool than others.3. What will Mr. Mehta do for Poshie?A. To tell Mario Poshies praise.B. To give her a free nights stay.C. To tell her Marios response.D. To send her the recipe for the

8、 cookies.BMr. Harris used to work in Dover, but then he changed his work, and he and his wife moved to another town. They did not have many friends there, but they soon met a lot of interesting people, and after a few weeks, they often went to dinner or to parties at other peoples houses.Then Mrs. H

9、arris said to her husband, “Weve been to a lot of other peoples houses, and now we must invite them to our house, mustnt we?”“Yes, certainly,” answered her husband, “A big party will be the easiest thing, wont it? Then we can start to invite people to dinner in small numbers next month.”So Mrs. Harr

10、is said, “Yes, Ill invite all our friends here to a big party on 5th December.”“How many will that be?” Mr. Harris asked. “Dont invite too many.”Mrs. Harris was beginning to write the invitations when her husband saw that she was writing, “Party: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.”“That isnt very nice, is it?” he sa

11、id. “Youre telling our guests that they must go at 8:30.” So Mrs. Harris just wrote “Party: 6:30 p.m.”A lot of guests came, and they all had a good time, so they did not go home at 8:30. In fact they were still there at mid-night when the door bell rang and a policeman arrived. He said, “You must st

12、op making a noise, because someone has complained(抱怨).”Mr. Harris said he did not want to quarrel with the policeman, so everyone went home. They were sorry to have to go.When Mr. and Mrs. Harris were alone again, she said to him. “That was a surprise, wasnt it? Who complained about the noise?”“I di

13、d,” Mr Harris answered in a tired voice.4. What made Mr. and Mrs. Harris hold a party at their house?A. It was easy to hold a big party at home.B. They could ask people to dinner in small numbers.C. They liked making friends with others.D. They had gone to other peoples parties many times.5. How lon

14、g would Mrs. Harris like the party to last?A. From the morning till night.B. About fourteen hours.C. Till midnightD. About two hours.6. When did the party end that evening?A. At about 8:30.B. About twelve oclock.C. When the policeman talked with Mr. Harris on the phone.D. When someone telephoned the

15、 police station.7. Why did Mr. Harris telephoned the policeman about the noise?A. Because someone rang his door bell many times at mid-night.B. His friends had a good time that night and also feel tired.C. He did not want his friends to stay late that night.D. Because he hated the noise.CJapanese of

16、ficials say they are pleased with the quality of the asteroid (小行星) material collected by a spacecraft and returned to Earth.Last week, officials from Japan described the samples (样品), which were collected from the Ryugu asteroid in July 2019. Ryugu sits more than 300 million kilometers from Earth.

17、Japans unpiloted Hayabusa2 spacecraft removed the material after making a hole into the asteroid.The space agency said the July 2019 task aimed to collect samples from below the surface of Ryugu. During an earlier operation in February 2019, Hayabusa2 collected material from a different part of the

18、asteroid. The second collection effort resulted in sample pieces as big as 1 centimeter. The black material looked similar to charcoal and was very hard. It did not break apart when picked up or poured into another container.Earlier this month, space officials described the samples Hayabusa2 removed

19、 on its first mission as smaller, sandy pieces. They were collected from the surface of Ryugu. Hayabusa2 was launched in December 2014 and arrived near Ryugu in June 2018. The Japanese space mission aims to use the samples to learn more about how our solar system formed.To get the second set of samp

20、les in July, Hayabusa2 used an impactor to knock the asteroids surface. The aim was to collect material unaffected by space radiation or other environmental conditions. The size differences suggest different hardness of the bedrock of the asteroid. One possibility is that the place of the second tou

21、chdown was a hard bedrock and larger particles broke and entered the container.Hayabusa2 is now on another mission to a smaller asteroid, called 1998KY26. The Japanese government expects the aircraft to take 11 years to reach that asteroid. Hayabusa2s new task aims to study possible ways to prevent

22、large stones from hitting Earth.8. What does the underlined word “unpiloted” in Para. 2 mean?A Out of date.B. Highly advanced.C. Without drivers.D. Extremly pricy.9. What are these asteroid materials used to do?A. Study how the solar system was born.B. Determine the movement of asteroids.C. Study th

23、e environment on the asteroid.D. Uncover when the asteroid was formed.10. What is the Japanese spacecrafts next mission?A. To discover new planets.B. To fetch more materials in space.C. To travel around the solar system.D. To explore ways to protect the earth.11. Which of the following can be the be

24、st title for the text?A. Japan Makes Progress in Studying Solar SystemB. Japan Is Pleased with Latest Asteroid SamplesC. The Secret of an Asteroid Comes to LightD. The Earth Faces Threats from SpaceDToday we know Antarctica as an extreme environment containing ice and snow. But new research provides

25、 evidence that the area had a rainforest in the past.The researchers collected a piece of Earth sediment (沉淀物) from under the seafloor off the coast of Antarctica. In the sediment they discovered forest material that was estimated to be about 90 million years old. This would have been in the Cretace

26、ous Period, when dinosaurs were the main land animals. The sediment was removed by scientists on the research icebreaker RV Polarstern in the Amundsen Sea near Pine Island Glacier.Johann Klages is a geologist with the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Center for Polar and Marine Research in German

27、y. He was the lead writer of a study on the findings, published in the journal Nature. He said the sediment was collected from a depth of about 30 meters below the ocean floor. Klages said an examination showed that the material didnt form in the ocean.The researchers estimate that the areaabout 900

28、 kilometers from the South Polehad average yearly temperatures of about 12 to 13 degrees Celsius. During the warmest summer months, average temperatures likely reached between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius. The soil included fine dirt particles (颗粒) and hard clay, as well as substances linked to at leas

29、t 65 different kinds of plants, the study found. Klages added that the plants included trees, ferns and flowering plants. While no animal remains were found, Klages said there were likely dinosaurs, flying reptiles (爬行动物) and many insects in the environment.The research represents new evidence of th

30、e major climate changes Earth has experienced in the pastand is currently undergoing today. The soil in the sediment dates back to the planets warmest period of the past 140 million years, with sea level about 170 meters higher than today. The researchers said that the rainforest environment in Anta

31、rctica was especially surprising because each year, the area experiences a four-month polar night when there is no sunlight to fuel plant life. Klages said no ice sheets were present during the time, but seasonal snowfall was likely.12. How did the researchers come to their findings?A. By collecting

32、 data on climate.B. By researching special plants.C. By exploring ice in Antarctica.D. By analyzing the Earth sediment.13. What did the researchers say about the sediment?A. Its material developed in the ocean.B. Its material formed on the land.C. It dates back to cold times in AntarcticaD. It conta

33、ined different animal remains14. What does the author indicate in the last paragraph?A. There were ice sheets 140 million years ago.B. Seasonal snowfall made the forest disappear.C. Antarcticas natural environment has changed greatly.D. Polar nights in Antarctica are getting shorter than before.15.

34、What is the main idea of the text?A. Antarctica is getting warmer like before.B. Various wildlife once existed in Antarctica.C. Antarctica had a different history of climate.D. Researchers study the secrets of Antarctica.黑龙江省大兴安岭实验中学（西校区）2020-2021学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题第一节 （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

35、选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑 ADont know where to enjoy yourself? Here are some choices for you.Santa Cruz Mission State Historic ParkPopUp Picnics in the park return for the fourth summer in a row, taking place on Thursdays. Take a break to enjoy tacos (墨西哥玉米薄饼卷). Prices change from $ 2 to $ 10.

36、 Cash only.144 School Street June 13-August 15 Start at 11:30 am and end at 1:30 pmThe Crows NestEach summer on Thursday evenings the Crows Nest offers its Summer Beach Party series on the beach. The party starts at 5:30 pm each week and goes until sunset. Families are welcome, and there is no entra

37、nce fee. After the sun sets, the fun begins with dancing to the best live music of local bands.2218 East Cliff Drive May 30-August 29 Start at 5:30 pm and end at 8:30 pmBargetto WineryJoin us for a beautiful weekend of art and wine. Bargetto Winery will be hosting their yearly gathering of artists a

38、nd foodies（美食家）at their amazing Soquel winery. No entrance fee. Wine tasting with purchase of $ 15 festival glass. 3535 North Main StreetJuly 20 - July 21 Start at 11:00 am and end at 5:00 pmChaminade Resort & SpaChef Page takes guests on a journey showing the area rich fruits, vegetables, and meats

39、. Dinner begins at 6:30 pm with a five-course menu and good wines. Seating booked is not a choice, as all guests are seated at large, connecting, beautifully set tables designed to invite open conversations among guests. Ticket price: $ 90 per person. Tickets can be gotten online.Chaminade Lane July

40、 26 Start at 6:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm1. What can we know about PopUp Picnics in the park?A. It lasts two days.B. It is held on Thursdays.C. It has been held twice.D. It can be paid in credit card.2. What can people do in the Crows Nest?A. Enjoy tacos.B. Talk with artists and foodies.C. Watch the s

41、unrise on the beach.D. Watch the performance of the bands.3. Which activity can be booked on the Internet?A. The Crows Nest.B. Bargetto Winery.C. Chaminade Resort & Spa.D. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.BMost Chinese people expect to relax and enjoy themselves during the Golden Week. But for

42、 those trying to go someplace, it may seem more disappointment than pleasure. This year, the traffic jam resulted in a roadside wedding(婚礼).The suffering of being stuck in traffic was probably most strongly felt by Lv Kangzhou and his bride(新娘) Yan Mengxia. By tradition, the groom（新郎） drove early in

43、 the morning to the brides home in Zhejiang Province in East China to pick her up along with her family and take them to his familys hometown for the wedding. By 4 pm, Lvs wedding was 90 minutes away, but his car had not moved an inch for a long time. Lv got in touch with the local radio to explain

44、his difficult situation and ask for a traffic forecast. The radio host told Lv there was no way to hold his wedding on time and offered to hold their wedding on the air. At 5：30 pm, Lv and his bride said their vows(发誓) on the side of the road, and Lvs family and friends witnessed the ceremony by lis

45、tening to the radio.Lv wasnt the only person stuck in the Golden Week crowds. According to the state news agency Xinhua, 11.7 million people traveled by train on Wednesday. About 120，000 people gathered at Tiananmen Square in Beijing to watch the flagraising ceremony. Last year, the Forbidden City i

46、n Beijing hosted 175，000 tourists on one day during the Golden Week, and the number is expecting to be even bigger this year.Chinese Internet users complain about the Golden Week holiday every year. An Internet user Tuzhi said on Sina Weibo: “On the Great Wall, Im holding your hand, but I cannot see

47、 your face.”4. By tradition, the wedding should take place in _A. Zhejiang ProvinceB. a hotelC. the brides hometownD. the grooms hometown5. Lv, the groom, called the local radio because he wanted to _A. ask for helpB. hold their wedding on the airC complain about the traffic conditionsD. find someon

48、e to pick them up6. What does the text mainly intend to tell us?A. A successful roadside wedding during the Golden Week.B. The popularity of traveling around during the Golden Week.C. The crowded situation in China during the Golden Week.D. The cause of the heavy traffic in China during the Golden Week.7. Where does this text probably come from?A. A newspaper.B. A textbook.C. A travel brochure.D. A TV interview.CMy grandparents can be good funThey are retired，so they