1、20102011 学年福建省养正中学、安溪一中高一下学期期末联考英语试卷与答案 单项选择 * Jenny was looking for a seat when， luckily， a man and left A took up B got up C shut up D set up 答案： B I didnt know this was a one -way street, officer. _. A Thats all right. B I dont believe you. C How can you say that D Sorry, but thats no excuse. 答案：
2、 D It seems that living green is _ easy and affordable. A small step makes a big difference. A exactly B fortunately C surprisingly D hardly 答案： C It was in the small house _was built with stones by his father _he spent his childhood. A which; that B that; where C which; which D that; which 答案： A _
3、environmental damage is done, it takes many years for the ecosystem(生态系统 ) to recover. A Even if B If only C While D Once 答案： D I like this jacket better than that one, but it costs almost three times_. A as much B as many C so much D so many 答案： A Only when I left my parents for Italy _how much I l
4、oved them. A I realized B I had realized C had I realized D did I realize 答案： D I felt so bad all day yesterday that I decided this morning I couldnt face _ day like that. A other B another C the other D others 答案： B Years ago we didnt know this, but recent science _ that people who dont sleep well
5、soon get ill. A showed B has shown C will show D is showing 答案： B Zheng says that the most dangerous thing about a credit card is_ a person isnt always aware of the fact_ hes spending money. A that; that B what; that C that; what D what; which 答案： A He made up an excuse for his mistake in order to a
6、void_. A punishing B to punish C to be punished D being punished 答案： D Although we had told them not to keep us waiting, they made no _ to speed up deliveries. A trial B attempt C action D progress 答案： B It rained heavily in the south, serious flooding in several provinces. A caused B having caused
7、C causing D to cause 答案： C Most people are _ bringing down the price of housing because its too high for them. A in honour of B in search of C in charge of D in favour of 答案： D He wondered if he could slip out of the lecture hall without anyone . A noticing B noticed C to notice D being noticed 答案：
8、A 完型填空 Seven loyal（忠实的） readers came to the Teens Office two weeks ago. They had a wonderful day learning how to make a newspaper. But what 36 made them excited was that they had their say. “What most _37_ me was when I was saying something, I found all eyes were on me,” said Tang Shining, one of th
9、e students. Her friend, Li Chunbei _38_, and felt very glad that when she was talking, the editors（编辑） nodded and _39_ took notes. Students are happy to see the editors listen to their _40_. You may often _41_about being neglected（忽视） by teachers and parents. _42_ before complaining, please make sur
10、e that you have already spoken about your _43_. Traditionally in China, teachers at school and parents were_44_ the ones to tell teenagers what they should and shouldnt do. The young are _45_ to doing what they are told, rather than thinking by themselves. But then their ideas would be locked in the
11、ir brain and not be _46_. A girl wrote to Teens about her family story. She _47_ to be very sad because her father seldom talked and played with her. After years of consideration, she _48_ decided to write her father a letter, telling him about her sadness. To her _49_, the father _50_, saying that
12、he didnt realize his mistake. From then on, he really _51_. Sometimes, we need to let our _52_ be heard, so others can understand our thoughts and feelings. Dont be afraid of being _53_ for what you have done. You know it is your _54_ to speak your mind. Even if your suggestions are denied, at least
13、 you have tried your best. You will not be left with any _55_. 【小题1】 A directly B really C completely D immediately A disappointed B frightened C impressed D horrified （恐惧） A refused B disagreed C disliked D agreed A even B yet C already D still A speeches B opinions C songs D articles A talk B comp
14、lain C write D speak A And B So C But D Instead A pleasure B love C hatred（憎恨） D worry A seldom B never C always D sometimes A used B reduced C devoted D told A remembered B used C touched D heard A used B pretended C seemed D had A sadly B suddenly C angrily D finally A sorrow（悲伤） B disappointment
15、C surprise D satisfaction A apologized B smiled C laughed D sighed A exchanged B changed C left D played A voices B decisions C suggestions D secrets A praised B blamed C beaten D fined A duty B task C right D pleasure A regret B sadness C trouble D difficulty 答案： 【小题 1】 B 【小题 1】 C 【小题 1】 D 【小题 1】 A
16、 【小题 1】 B 【小题 1】 B 【小题 1】 C 【小题 1】 D 【小题 1】 C 【小题 1】 A 【小题 1】 D 【小题 1】 A 【小题 1】 D 【小题 1】 C 【小题 1】 A 【小题 1】 B 【小题 1】 A 【小题 1】 B 【小题 1】 C 【小题 1】 A 阅读理解 One fine day, an old couple around the age of 70, walks into a lawyers office. Apparently, they are there to file a divorce. Lawyer was very puzzled,
17、after having a chat with them, he got their story. This couple had been quarreling all their 40 years of marriage nothing ever seems to go right. They hang on because of their children, afraid t hat it might affect their up-bringing. Now, all their children have already grown up, have their own fami
18、ly, theres nothing else the old couple have to worry about, all they wanted is to lead their own life free from all these years of unhappiness from their marriage, so both agree on a divorce. While they were signing the papers, the wife told the husband. “I really love you, but I really cant carry o
19、n anymore, Im sorry.” Its OK, I understand. said the husband. Little did she know that, over the years, the husband has been trying all ways to please her, little did she know that drumsticks were the husbands favorite. Little did he know that she never thought he understands her at all, little did
20、he know that she hates drumsticks even though all he wants is the best for her. That night, both of them couldnt sleep, toss and turn, toss and turn. After hours, the old man couldnt take it anymore, he knows that he still loves her, and he cant carry on life without her, he wants her back, he wants
21、 to tell her, he is sorry, he wants to tell her, I love you. He picked up the phone, started dialing her number. Ringing never stops. He never stops dialing. On the other side, she was sad, she couldnt understand how come after all these years, he still doesnt understand her at all, she loves him a
22、lot, but she just cant take it any more. Phones ringing, she refuses to ans wer knowing that its him. I want to keep it this way, if not I will lose face. She thought. Phone is still ringing. She has decided to pull out the cord. Little did she remember, he had heart problems. The next day, she rece
23、ived news that he had passed away. She rushed down to his apartment, saw his body, lying on the couch still holding on to the phone. He had a heart attack when he was still trying to get through (接通 ) her phone line. 【小题 1】 The old couple wanted to file a divorce because _. A they had no child. B th
24、eir children didnt like them. C they didnt understand each other actually. D the old man didnt love the old woman. 【小题 2】 Why didnt they file a divorce before they were at the age of 70 A Because they were loving each other then. B Because they had no time to lawyers office. C Because they wanted to
25、 make their divorce open. D Because they didnt wish to affect their childrens up-bringing. 【小题 3】 According to the passage we can know that _. A the old man still loved his wife really. B the wife didnt love her husband at all. C their children still lived with old couple. D they were in harmony ove
26、r 40 years. 【小题 4】 After the last paragraph the old woman would be _. A wild with joy B wild with grief(悲伤 ) C unconcern about it D angry at that 答案： 【小题 1】 C 【小题 1】 D 【小题 1】 A 【小题 1】 B Are you sometimes a little tired and sleepy in the early afternoon Many people feel this way after lunch. They may
27、 think that eating lunch is the cause of the sleepiness. Or, in summer, they may think it is the heat. However, the real reason lies inside their bodies. At that time about eight hours after you wake up your body temperature goes down. This is what makes you slow down and feel sleepy. Scientists hav
28、e tested sleep habits in experiments where there was no night or day. The people in these experiments almost always followed a similar sleeping pattern. They slept for one long period and then for one short period about eight hours later. In many parts of the world, people take naps(小睡 ) in the midd
29、le of the day. This is especially true in warmer climates(气候 ), where the heat makes work difficult in the early afternoon. Researchers are now saying that naps are good for everyone in any climate. A daily nap gives one a more rested body and mind and therefore is good for health in general. In cou
30、ntries where naps are traditional (传统的 ), people often suffer less from problems such as heart disease. Many working people, unfortunately, have no time to take naps. Though doctors may advise taking naps, employers do not allow it! If you do have the chance, however, here are a few tips about makin
31、g the most of your nap. Remember that the best time to take a nap is about eight hours after you get up. A short sleep too late in the day may only make you feel more tired and sleepy afterward. This can also happen if you sleep for too long. If you do not have enough time, try a short nap even ten
32、minutes of sleep can be helpful. 【小题 1】 Why do people feel sleepy in the early afternoon according to the text A Their body temperature becomes lower. B They sleep too little at night. C They eat too much for lunch. D The weather becomes a lot warmer. 【小题 2】 If you get up at 6:30 am, what is the bes
33、t time for you to take a nap A About 12:30 pm. B About 2:30 pm C About 1:30 pm. D About 3:30 pm 【小题 3】 What advice does the writer give on taking a nap A Youd better take a nap about an hour after you have lunch. B You can sleep as long as you like so that you will not feel tied or sleepy. C Only pe
34、ople in warmer climate need to take a nap. D If your time is limited, a short nap can also help. 【小题 4】 Naps are good for everyone in any climate because _ . A a nap makes both your body and mind have a good rest. B a daily nap benefits your health. C people who often take naps suffer less from prob
35、lems such as heart disease than those who dont. D All the above. 【小题 5】 What would be the best title for the text A Just for a Rest B All for a Nap C A Special Sleep Pattern. D Taking Naps in Warmer Climate. 答案： 【小题 1】 A 【小题 1】 B 【小题 1】 D 【小题 1】 D 【小题 1】 B Trip 1 Black Bear Count There have been fir
36、es in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them. The entire trip will last three hours. Bookings necessary. Cost: Free
37、When: May 8 Trip 2 Garland Valley Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a be autiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley is close to the town of Garland but is part of the National park. Many wild animals live in this area, including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers
38、. The trip lasts four hours. Bookings necessary. Cost: $15 When: May 8, May 15 Trip 3 Flashlight Adventure Put on your warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses, and comes for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. Many of the animals you will see on this trip
39、 can only be seen at night. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see. Numbers are strictly limited on night trips, so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours. Cost: $12 When: May 8, May 15, May 22 Equipment to be needed: Please bring enough water and food fo
40、r all walks Wear good walking shoes no high heels. Wear a hat for day walks. Dress warmly for night walks. Children must be with an adult. Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks. Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are a dangero
41、us place. Bookings: Bookings for the above trips can be traded by telephone (893-4847) or on the Internet at www.B 【小题 1】 Where are these trips A In a large city. B In a park in the mountains. C In a special kind of zoo. D In three different countries. 【小题 2】 On which trip(s) had you better wear a h
42、at A Trip 1 B Trip 2 C Trip 1& 2 D Trip 3 【小题 3】 What is the best title for the passage A Adventure Travel in America B Hunting around the Great Mountains C Interesting Trips in the East of the USA D Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains 答案： 【小题 1】 B 【小题 1】 C 【小题 1】 D An Australian company, Smart Ca
43、r Technologies, has developed a system that lets drivers know when theyre speeding. When the technology becomes commercially available, it could help lead-footed drivers avoid tickets and also save lives. The company that developed the product hopes to convince Australian government agencies to put
44、the technology into use in their automobile fleets. The product, called Speed Alert, links real-time location data and speed obtained with the help of GPS to a database of posted speed limits stored in a drivers PDA or programmable mobile phone. The setup of the product does not need to be hooked up
45、 to a cars speedometer. In fact, it is entirely portable. It will also work with newer phones and PDAs that have built-in GPS receivers. If a driver exceeds the speed limit, the speed is shown and an alert sounds. Michael Paine, an Australian vehicle design engineer and traffic safety consultant, wa
46、s hired to analyze the product. He told Live Science that his colleagues in the road safety field are “very enthusiastic” about what theyre now calling “intelligent speed alert.” Other research, according to Paine, shows that 40 percent of all traffic deaths involve speeding. There is also a potenti
47、ally controversial future use: “Since the system is so portable, it would be easy to make it a requirement for teenage drivers to always use a speed alert device when driving,” Paine said. “The system even has the capability to record speeding violations, so parents can monitor their teenage drivers
48、.” The product will soon go on sale in Sydney. 【小题 1】 Whats the purpose of the new product A To inform us of the new car system. B To introduce some improvement in cars. C To limit certain drivers to safe driving. D To popularize the built-in car system. 【小题 2】 The second paragraph mainly talks about . A the project of the built-in product B why the system becomes popular C the functions of GPS in cars D how the product is pr
