1、- 1 -平遥中学 2016-2017 学年度第二学期高一期中考试 英语试题本试卷满分 150 分 考试时间 100 分钟 本试卷分第 I 卷(选择题)和 II 卷(非选择题)两部分，请将答案写在答题卡上。第 I 卷第一部分 听力 (1-20 略) 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 60）第一节（共 15 小题，每小题 3 分，满分 45 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。ASometimes children do not do what their parents tell them to doWhen this happens，a parent
2、 tries to help the child to do the right thingWhen this does not work，the parent usually punishes the childThere are many things that a parent can do One thing that people have done is to spank(打屁股)the childWhen a parent spanks a child, they will use their hand or a hard object to strike them on the
3、 bottomThis means showing the child that they have done something wrongOne parent remembers being spanked when he was a childHis parents used a wooden spoon When he spanked his own children with his hand, he saw that he put a red mark on his childs legHe never did that againOne problem with spanking
4、 is that it teaches the child to hit someone when they do not like what the other person is doingAnother problem with spanking is that the parent is usually angry and can hit the child too hardSometimes parents will use spanking for everything and not try other ways to get the child to do the right
5、thingMany parents are not sure of what to do instead of spankingSome people think that their religion tells them that spanking is okaySome think that the law lets them do itThe courts(法院)say that parents have the right to teach their children how to behave- 2 -Other things should be tried before a p
6、arent decides to spank a childTelling the child exactly what is wanted from them can be one thingGiving a child more than one choice is another thing that can be triedGetting down to the childs level and taking a more child-friendly approach can help as well21According to the passage，when children d
7、o something wrong，one thing that parents usually do to punish them is to Astrike them on the bottom Btry to help them do the right thingCteach them what to do Dtake them to court22Which of the following is NOT the problem caused by spanking?AIt teaches the child to hit others when they offend him or
8、 herBThe parents may get angry and hit the child too hardCSometimes parents may use spanking for everythingDIt makes parents try other ways to make the child do right23From this passage，we can conclude that Agood children always do the right thingBparents should try their best to avoid spanking thei
9、r childrenCparents have no choice but to spank their childrenDchildren can have more than one choice to avoid being spankedBIn addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, per
10、haps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad:Washington Square As one of the best-known of New York Citys 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, a
11、s well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when its most lively and festive.- 3 -New York UniversityIt surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the w
12、orld.Judson Memorial ChurchLocated on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.Washington MewsIt is a hidden, private stree
13、t in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews (row of stables) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York Unive
14、rsity.Jefferson Market CourthouseBuilt in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.24. What does the author want to t
15、ell in the passage?A. To introduce some attractions in the Quad.B. To suggest the Quad Cinema is the best place.C. To imply the Quad attracts a lot of visitors.D. To tell readers to enjoy their life fully.25. The author mentions Washington Square because_.A. it is in the center of Greenwich Village
16、B. it has a history of more than 100 yearsC. it is a landmark in the Manhattan D. it has witnessed so many incidents26. Where is Judson Memorial Church?A. To the south of Washington Square. B. Behind Washington Square Park.C. Opposite Thompson Street. D. Close to New York University.- 4 -27. When Wa
17、shington Mews came into being_ .A. it was designed for a university B. it was intended for keeping horsesC. it was filled with free facilities D. it was used as a park for horsesCThe next time your friends roll their eyes when youre snapping a selfie (自拍照) or taking a photo of your dessert, tell the
18、m that photographing everyday things can actually make people happier.In a study of more than 2,000 people, researchers found that people who took photos of their experiences, whether they were walking through a museum or going on a city bus tour, had a better time overall compared with those who di
19、dnt.During each of the studys nine experiments, people were asked to either take photos or give up photography during an everyday activity, such as eating a meal. In nearly every experiment, the group that took photos showed higher levels of enjoyment. The finding might not sound terribly surprising
20、. After all, Facebook members upload about 2 billion photos daily, and Instagram users upload about 80 million photos every day. But some people argue that taking photographs can distract (分散注意力) themselves from enjoying an experience while its happening. The new research shows that it isnt the case
21、 and that photography does increase a persons enjoyment, because it increases his or her engagement in the activity. For example, in one experiment, people toured a museum while wearing glasses that tracked their eye movements. The group that took photos spent more time looking at the artifacts than
22、 those who didnt.However,photos are sometimes a drag. For instance, if the camera is difficult to carry, it might not bring enjoyment to a person. And in some cases, photography can make situations unpleasant. For example, when people in the study took a virtual safari (游猎) and watched some lions at
23、tacking a water buffalo, the people who took photos of the bloody event were reported to have a lower enjoyment of the activity than those who didnt, the researchers said. 28. Why does taking photos increase enjoyment?- 5 -A. People can share their photos on Facebook.B. People have more time to look
24、 at the objects to be photographed.C. Some photos may end up as valuable artifacts.D. Photography gets people more involved in the activity.29. What can we infer from the last paragraph?A. Photography sometimes can be dangerous.B. Photography requires more courage to do.C. Photography is an unpleasa
25、nt process.D. Photography isnt fun all the time.30. Which of the following is closest to the main idea of the text?A. Photography helps you appreciate people around you.B. Snapping a selfie is a symbol of self-confidence.C. Taking photos doesnt ruin your experience.D. The photo-taking process is a m
26、ental choice.31. The writing form of the passage is _A. a research report B. a novel C. a drama D. a description DOnce upon a time, there was an old businessman, who came to a small town when it was about 12 oclock at night. He found an inn and decided to stay there for the night. After he had gone
27、to his room, the owner said to his wife, “Look at his suitcase, dear. Im sure there are lots of valuable things in it. I want to steal it when he is asleep.” “No, no,” said the woman. “He must look for his suitcase tomorrow morning. Then hell take you before the judge.” They thought and at last the
28、woman had an idea. “We have forgetful grass,” said the woman, “Why not put some into his tea? If he has the tea, he will forget to take his suitcase away.”“How clever you are!” said the owner, “Dont forget it when you make tea for him.”The old man had the tea with the forgetful grass and went to bed
29、. The next morning, when the owner got up, he found the door was open and the old man had left with his suitcase. He woke his wife up and said angrily, “How foolish you - 6 -are! Your forgetful grass isnt useful at all.”“No, no,” said the woman. “I dont think so. He must forget something.”“Oh, Ive r
30、emembered!” The owner cried out suddenly, “He forgot”32. The old man came to the inn _.A. in the morning B.at midnight C. in the evening D. in the afternoon33. The couple wanted to _.A. get the mans suitcase B. steal the mans moneyC. make the man pay them more D. hide the mans suitcase34. The couple
31、 put the forgetful grass into the tea because _.A. the businessman always forgot somethingB. they wanted to make the tea betterC. they hoped the old man would leave the suitcase in the innD. they wanted to know if the grass was useful35. What do you think the old man most probably forgot?A. to take
32、his suitcase away B. to pay for the teaC. to tell the owner when he left D. to pay them the inn money第二节(共 5 小题 ,每小题 3 分,满分 15 分)根据对话内容，从对话后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项 。选项中有两项为多余选项. To help yourself with success, think about planning a healthy diet as a number of small, manageable stepslike adding a salad to
33、your diet once a dayrather than one big change. 36 Prepare more of your own meals. Cooking more meals at home can help you well control what youre eating and better watch and check exactly what goes into your food.Make the right changes. When reducing unhealthy foods in your diet, its important to u
34、se healthy foods. Using healthy fats instead of dangerous trans fats（反式脂肪酸）will make a positive difference to your health. _37_ For example, its not wise to use fried food instead of bread._38_ Instead of overly thinking of counting calories(卡路里), choose your - 7 -diet in terms of color, variety, an
35、d freshness. Try to avoid packaged and processed(加工的) foods and choose more fresh items.Focus on how you feel after eating. This will help develop healthy new habits and tastes. _39_ The more junk food you eat, the more likely you are to feel uncomfortable or less energetic to do something.Drink ple
36、nty of water. Water helps clean our systems of waste products and toxins(毒素). _40_ That easily causes tiredness, low energy, and headaches. Its common to mistake lack of water for hunger, so drinking plenty of water will also help you make healthier food choices.A. Yet many people go through life wi
37、thout drinking enough amount of water.B. Make your diet simple. C. The more healthy food you eat, the better youll feel after a meal.D. At least 8 cups of water are needed for a person every day.E. As your small changes become habit, you can continue to add more healthy choices.F. And you wont get s
38、ick at all.G. However,improper changes wont lower your danger for heart disease or improve your mood.第三部分 英语知识综合运用 (共 20 小题;每小题 2 分,满分 40 分)阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,然后从 4160 各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中,选出最佳选项Scott had always been creative. As he finished university, he _41_ to become an inventor. He often designed many
39、 new things. His friends thought that he was misguided. “You cannot spend your life as a(n) _42_. You will _43_ have a steady (稳定的) income.” Luke, his best friend, was _44_ his friends future. “Why dont you _45_ and get a job in the city?” Luke often asked. “This is my _46_,” Scott said to Luke. “I
40、have wanted to be an inventor since I was a small child. I am not going to _47_.” Over several years, Scott developed many ideas that _48_ to become a success. His first invention had many _49_ and he was unable to sell it. His - 8 -second idea received little support (支持) from people or companies.
41、Scotts friend Luke _50_ to encourage him to find a(n) _51_ career (职业). “Scott, you have to think about your _52_. I think it is now time to _53_ something else.” “But I cannot stop now. I am so close to coming up with something huge. _54_ I left my designs now, all my life would have been wasted,”
42、he replied. Luke nodded, “I _55_, my friend. Just know that I am here to support you.”Then one day it happened. Scott _56_ his design of a new wing for an airplane. He presented it to several companies who all loved his _57_. After some competition, a company offered to buy his design.“I knew that o
43、ne day I would _58_ it!” he said to Luke as they celebrated at his apartment. Luke felt a little guilty (内疚的) for _59_ suggesting that Scott should give up. “I dont know how you kept going all these years,” Luke said. “You certainly deserve (值得) every bit of your _60_.”41. A. decided B. offered C. w
44、aited D. managed42 A. writer B. inventor C. doctor D. teacher43. A. never B. still C. even D. also44. A. tired of B. interested in C. disappointed atD. worried about45 A. forget B. speak C. reconsider D. reach46. A. change B. dream C. honor D. chance47. A. look back B. fall behind C. run away D. giv
45、e up48. A. failed B. started C. happened D. appeared49 A. secrets B. disadvantages C. stories D. corrections50. A. promised B. chose C. continued D. seemed51. A. different B. unusual C. important D. happy52. A. education B. future C. health D. safety53. A. design B. check C. try D. learn- 9 -54. A.
46、Because B. Although C. If D. When55. A. insist B. doubt C. remember D. understand56. A. began B. completed C. used D. impressed57. A. idea B. hobby C. job D. help58 A. have B. finish C. make D. keep59. A. nearly B. only C. almost D. ever60. A. comfort B. success C. patience D. wealth第 II 卷第一部分 语篇型语法
47、填空题 (共 10 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 15 分)在空白处填入适当的内容(1 个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。It is common that more and more high school students open _61_ (them) own micro blogs on the Internet. For one thing, it can provide a colorful platform to show their talent. For another, it is a useful way _62_ (reduce) their pressure. An
48、d all these make it more and more popular _63_ high school students. But many parents and teachers hold a different view. They think that managing ones micro blog _64_ (take) a lot of time and energy, which should be used to study.In my view, I am _65_ (great) in favor of this activity. Today the In
49、ternet is playing _66_ important and essential role in our life. Therefore, as high school students of the Information Age, we need to learn to make use of this _67_ (value) tool to communicate and display ourselves. Whats more, opening and organizing micro blogs need various abilities such as writing, designing,
