河北省石家庄市第十五中学2014_2015学年高一英语下学期期中试题.doc

石家庄第十五中学2014-2015学年第二学期期中考试高一年级英语试题第一部分 听力(共两节，满分20分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1分，满分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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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.How does the man come here? A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By car.2.Why isnt Helen present? A. She forgot to come.B. She changed her mind.C. She wasnt invited.3.Whats the probable relationship between the two speakers? A. Husband and wife. B. Mother and son. C. Doctor and patient.4.Whats the mans job? A. A shop assistant. B. A tailor(裁缝). C. A salesman.5.What does the man mean? A. He cant go to the cinema. B. He can go to the cinema on Saturday morning.C. He can go to the cinema on Saturday evening.第二节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)请听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。6.When will the man go on holiday? A. In spring. B. In summer. C. In winter.7.Where is the man going? A. Switzerland.B. Italy.C. Austria. 请听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。8.What is the man? A. A businessman.B. A salesman.C. A scientist.9.Where does this conversation most probably take place?A. On a train.B. On a bus.C. On a plane.10.Why is the woman traveling? A. She is traveling on holiday.B. She is traveling on business. C. She is traveling to give some lectures. 请听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。11.Why is the woman calling? A. To buy a table.B. To book a tableC. To serve lunch.12.When does this restaurant stop serving lunch? A. 1 pm.B. 2 pm. C. 3 pm. 13.How many people will come for lunch?A. One.B. Two. C. Four. 请听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。14.What is the man? A. A nurseB. A doctor.C. A chemist.15.What is wrong with the woman? A. She is wet all over. B. She has a bad headache. C. She has had a cough for three days.16.What does the man tell the woman to do? A. Stay in bed for some time and take some medicine.B. Go around from time to time. C. Come to see him tomorrow morning.17.Where does this conversation most probably take place? A. In a garden. B. In the mans office. C. In the womans house.请听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。18.What is the main topic of the passage? A. The Barcelona Olympic Games. B. TV programs on Chinese television.C. Effects of television on our lives.19.Where was the survey of 300 youngsters made? A. In Shanghai. B. In Wuhan. C. In Beijing.20.According to the passage,what is quickly taking the place of printed material as the major source of news for most Chinese? A. The Internet B. Television C. Radio第二部分 阅读理解（共两节， 满分40分）第一节：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读短文，从所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AFor 52 years my father got up at 5:30 am every morning, went to work, and returned home at 5:30 pm. I never saw my father stayed home from work ill, nor did I ever see my father lay down to take a nap. He had no hobbies, other than taking care of his family. All he asked from me, his daughter, was to help him while he was repairing something, so we could have some time to talk.For 22 years, after I left home for college, my father called me at 9:00 am every Sunday. Nine years ago when I bought my first house, my father, 67 years old, spent eight hours a day for three days painting my house. He would not allow me to pay someone to have it done. All he asked for was a glass of iced tea. Five years ago, at age 71, my father spent five hours putting together a swing set for my daughter. On the morning of January 16, 1996, my sister telephoned me; my father was in the hospital with an aneurysm（动脉瘤） in Florida. I got on an airplane immediately, and on the way I realized that I hadn't communicated with him as much as I'd always wanted to. I vowed（发誓） that when I arrived, I would have a long talk with him. I arrived in Florida at 1 am, only to find that my father, at the age of 76, had passed away at 9:12 pm. This time it was he who did not have time to talk, or time to wait for me. 21. From the first paragraph we can infer that the author's father _.A. was a good driver B. was in good health C. sometimes fell ill D. had no hobbies22. The underlined phrase "other than" in the first paragraph can be replaced by "_".A. exceptB. includingC. withoutD. due to23. According to the last paragraph, we can know that the author's father was born in _.A. 1916B. 1918C. 1920D. 192224. The author wrote the article in order to _.A. praise her father B. remember her fatherC. show her father loved her D. let her father be knownBThere are three separate sources of danger in supplying energy by nuclear power.First, the radioactive (有放射性的) material must travel from its place of production to the power station. Although the power stations themselves are strongly built, the containers used for the transport of the materials are not. Normally, only two methods of transport are in use, namely road or rail. Unfortunately, both of these may have an effect on the general public, since they are sure to pass near, or even through, heavily populated areas.Second, there is the problem of waste. All nuclear power stations produce wastes that in most cases will remain radioactive for thousands of years. It is impossible to make these wastes non-radioactive, and so they must be stored in one of the inconvenient ways that scientists have invented. For example, they may be buried under the ground, or dropped into deserted mines, or sunk in the sea. However, these methods do not solve the problem, since an earthquake could easily break the containers.Third, there may occur (发生) the danger of a leak (泄漏) or an explosion at the power station. As with the other two dangers, this is not very likely, so it does not provide a serious objection (不赞成，反对) to the nuclear program. However, it can happen.Separately, these three types of dangers are not a great cause for worry. Taken together, though, the probability of disaster is extremely high.25Which of the following is FALSE?A. It is possible that a leak or an explosion occurs at a power station.B. It is unusual for radioactive materials to be transported across land.C. The containers are likely to be broken by an earthquake.D. Nuclear wastes remain dangerous in most cases for many years.26. The author thinks that the ways to store nuclear wastes are  _.A. easyB. impossibleC. reasonableD. ineffective 27. What do we learn from the last paragraph?A. The power station is a safe place.B. The dangers of nuclear energy can be prevented.C. The general public are strongly against the nuclear program.D. By itself, none of the three dangers is very likely to cause much worry.28What is this passage about?A. Uses of nuclear power.B. Dangers from nuclear power.C. Public anger at nuclear power.D. Accidents caused by nuclear power.CI needed to get some money so, after Christmas, I took a job in the clothes department at Grahams for the first fortnight of the January sale (大减价). I couldnt say that I enjoyed it, but it was an experience Ill never forget.I could never understand why there were so many things in the sales; where did they all come from? Now I know the secret! Firstly, there is the special winter stock (货物) and the stock that people buy all the year round; some of these things are slightly reduced. Secondly, there are the summer clothes they couldnt sell last year; these are heavily reduced to clear them. Thirdly, there are cheap clothes bought in specially for the sales; these are put out at high prices ten days before the sale begins and then are reduced by 60% in the sale. Clever! Lastly, they buy in “seconds” (clothes not in perfect condition) for the sale and they are sold very cheaply.When I arrived half an hour before opening on the first day of the sale, there was already a queue around three sides of the building. This made me very nervous.When the big moment arrived to open the doors, the security guards (保安), looking less confident than usual, came up to them, keys in hand. The moment they had unlocked the doors, they hid behind the doors for protection as the noisy crowd charged in. I couldnt believe my eyes; this wasnt shopping, it was a battlefield! One poor lady couldnt keep her feet and was knocked over by people pushing from behind.Clothes were flying in all directions as people searched for the sizes, colours and styles they wanted. Quarrels broke out. Mothers were using their small children to crawl (爬行) through peoples legs and get hold of things they couldnt get near themselves.Within minutes I had half a dozen people pushing clothes under my nose, each wanting to be the first served. Where had the famous English queue gone? The whole day continued like that, but I kept my temper (脾气)! I was taking money hand over fist and began to realize why, twice a year, Grahams were happy to turn their expensive store into a battlefield like this.In the sale fever (狂热), people were spending money like water without thinking whether they needed what they were buying. As long as it was a bargain (便宜货) it was OK.You wont believe this but as soon as I got home I crashed out for four hours. Then I had dinner and went back to bed, fearing the sound of the alarm (闹钟) which would tell me to get ready for the second day of the sale.29. Which of the following statements is true?A. The customers gave up the queuing, for which the English are famous.B. The customers kept their temper while looking for clothes they wanted.C. Small children enjoyed crawling through peoples legs.D. The security guards were fearless of the crowd.30. In the authors opinion, why were Grahams happy to make their expensive store into a “battlefield?A. There were too many clothes and they wanted to clear them in the sales.B. They were eager to show that they were clever at doing business.C. They could take the chance to raise the prices of all their clothes.D. They wanted to make more money by having sales.31. The expression “crashed out” means _.A. chatted with her friendsB. slept well and deeplyC. broke downD. ate out32. What would be the best title for the passage?A. The Best BargainB. Hunting for a JobC. Sale FeverD. A Pleasant FortnightDAnyone arriving in Shanghai at night from the airport for the first time is immediately attracted by the Oriental Pearl TV Tower（东方明珠电视塔）, which stands out in the evening sky like an amazing spaceship landing. Dramatic lighting effects make this unusual structure attractive. This ultra-modern（超现代的）tower combines ancient concepts such as the spherical (球形的)pearls, with 21st century technology, commerce, recreation, educational and conference facilities. In 1995 it began broadcasting nine television channels and 10 FM radio channels. The construction began in 1991 and was completed in 1995. This 468-meter-high (1,536 feet) tower is the tallest tower in Asia, and the third tallest tower in the world. The viewing area offers a great view of the most recently developed Special Economic Zone of Pudong（浦东经济开发区）. Visitors travel up and down the tower in double-decker elevators that can hold up to fifty people at the rate of seven meters per second. At the base of the tower is Pudong Park, which was designed as a contrast to the massive commercial development of the Special Economic Zone of Pudong. There are wonderful views across the Huang-Pu River from the “New Bund(新外滩)” to the original.The tower has three observatory levels. The highest one (Space Module) is at 350m. The lower ones are at 263m (Sightseeing Floor) and at 90m (Space City). There is a revolving(旋转) restaurant at the 267m level. The project also contains exhibition facilities, restaurants and a shopping mall. There is also a 20-room hotel called the Space Hotel between the two big balls.33.Which one is the best title of the passage? A. Beautiful View from the Oriental Pearl TV Tower B. The Functions of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower C. Special Economic Zone of Pudong D. The Oriental Pearl TV Tower-the Landmark of Shanghai 34. What can we infer from the passage?A. It took people about 5 years to complete the construction of the tower. B. Visitors can have a cup of coffee and relax themselves in the tower.C. The tallest tower in the world is not higher than1,536 feet.D. Pudong Park faces the tower across the Huang-Pu River.35. The Sightseeing Floor is _meters from the top of the tower. A. 350 B. 263 C. 205 D. 267 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。选项中有两项为多余选项。Be a green kid What does it mean to be green ? “ Green ” is more than just a color. 36 Every day , people make choices that affect the amount of trash and pollution produced in our world . What can we do ? Heres a four- step guide to be green. Reduce it ！37 For instance ,a shorter shower means you use less water and less fuel since your house uses fuel to run the water heater that warms up the water.Reuse it !Sometimes people call our society “a throwaway society ” . That means were a little too willing to throw away old stuff and buy new stuff. 38 For instance, if your little brother outgrows his coat , why not give it to another family who has a little kid?Recycle it!Recycling has never been easier. 39 Tell your mom and dad you want to become “Chief of Recycling ” for your household. That means youll organize the recyclable items in bins. Remember to put them outside the door on recycling day , and remind others which items can be recycled.Enjoy it!Its true that trash and pollution are problems ,but the earth remains a huge and wonderful place for you to explore . 40 But before you travel the globe, take a look at your own backyard. Is there a spot where you could plant a tree or put in some vegetables ? If so, get out there and get you dirty .When you use less of something , you do good a good thing for the Earth.A. You can start by visiting the naturally beautiful spots in your city. B. It also means taking special steps to protect the environment.C. Many aommunities will pick those items up right in front of your house.D. Its also one less toy that needs to be produced.E. Even if you no longer need something , someone else might need.F. Enjoy outoor activity in all sorts of weather.第三部分 英语知识运用（共三节，满分55分）第一节 完形填空(共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，从短文后面各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。There are times when people are so tired that they fall asleep almost anywhere. We can see there is a lot of sleeping on the bus or train on the _41_ home from work in the evenings. A man will be _42_ the newspaper, and seconds later it _43_ as if he is trying to _44_ it. Or he will fall asleep on the shoulder of the stranger _45_