重庆市第十一 2022-2023学年高一上学期期末考试英语试题.docx

1、重庆市第十一中学校2022-2023学年高一上学期期末考试英语试题一、阅读理解A trip to the capital wouldnt be complete without seeing the following attractions in London.TheLondonEye(Tickets from 24.50)Explore London from above on the London Eye. Your ticket includes a 30-minute flight with breathtaking views over London as well as an a

2、mazing 4D experience. Book ahead to save money and skip most of the queues with a fast-track entry ticket.TowerofLondon(Tickets from 25)Hear the many stories of the Tower of London on a Yeoman Warder (Beefeater) tour. See the famous Crown Jewels, the White Tower and find out what it was like to be a

3、 prisoner in the Tower of London.KidzaniaLondon(Tickets from 18.50)Test out a range of professions and activities including journalism, animal care, cabin crew and tour guiding at Kidzania London. Work to earn Kizzos and save them for next time or spend them in the Airport Shop. Great for kids to le

4、arn and have fun.TheRoyalObservatoryGreenwich(Tickets from 16)Visit the home of time and explore outer space at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. See and stand on the Prime Meridian line (子午线), the reference point for Greenwich Mean Time. Learn about the history of longitude, touch a piece of rock

5、 from outer space, and enjoy amazing views over London.Coronavirus information: London is currently subject to a four-week national lockdown from 5 November, which means attractions are temporarily closed. You can still book tickets in advance ready for when they reopen with social distancing and ot

6、her safety measures in place. Cycle or walk to these attractions where possible.1What can you do when visiting the London Eye?ASpend 24.50 at the most.BBuy the ticket on your arrival to save money.CGet a special entry ticket to save time.DPay extra money to enjoy the 30-minute flight.2How much you n

7、eed to pay at least to go to Kidzania London?A25B16C16D18.503Which attraction will you choose if you are interested in natural science?AThe London Eye.BTower of London.CKidzania London.DThe Royal Observatory GreenwichEver since he was a young boy growing up in Rosario, Argentina, Lionel Messi always

8、 dreamed of becoming a World Cup champion. Now, he has achieved this.On Dec 18, Argentina defeated France in the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar by winning 4-2 in penalties (点球大战) following a 3-3 tie after extra time. Among the seven goals, Messi scored three times.This victory has helped

9、Argentina win another World Cup after their last win in 1986. Meanwhile, to some extent, it also ended the shadow of Argentina soccer legend Diego Maradona over Messi.For a long time, Messi has been compared with Maradona. With excellent skills and great accomplishments, these two players are both c

10、onsidered the greatest players in their era. Maradona succeeded in helping his team lift the trophy (奖杯) in the World Cup. Yet, Messi hadnt before.Messi has won many honors, as a seven-time Ballon dOr winner, a ten-time La Liga champion and a four-time UEFA Champions League winner. While he led the

11、Argentina team to take part in World Cup four times before, his teams best result was just runner-up, namely the second place in the 2014 Brazil World Cup.Many Argentine fans felt disappointed and even doubted him. However, Messi did not give up, for him, there is no eternal glory in the football wo

12、rld, and adversity (逆境) still exists everywhere. “Im not a superstar,” Messi said. “I just hope to play better, and better. So please dont believe that I can perform miracles, instead, believe that I am not afraid of difficulties and adversity.”Now, all rumors and disappointment are gone. With his p

13、erseverance and skills, the Argentina superstar brought World Cup glory to his country again. Winning in the last World Cup in his career also serves as the perfect storybook ending to the 35-year-old legend.4How many goals were scored in the final in total?A7B5C12D65Which of the following is True a

14、ccording to the passage?AMessi led the Argentina team to the trophy in the 1986 World Cup.BSo far, Messi has led the Argentina team to take part in World Cup for five times.CMessis soccer skills are thought to be not so good as Maradonas.DMessi was trapped in adversity and difficulties and didnt bel

15、ieve in himself.6Which of the following word best describes Messi?AStrong-willed.BLucky.CConfident.DGenerous.7What is the best title for the passage?AArgentina Won the World Cup.BMessi and Maradona: Two Soccer Legends.CMessi Brought Glory to Home.DLionel Messis Soccer Career.Hip hop is a form of mus

16、ical and artistic expression that started in urban (城市) areas in New York in the 1970s. The expression comes from joining together two words with special meanings. “Hip” means cool or current while “hop” refers to the style of dancing.Kool Herc Campbell is considered very important in starting hip h

17、op culture. He was from Jamaica and used the Jamaican tradition of poetry and speech over music. He started playing music and speaking poetry at outdoor basketball courts to give encouragement to the young dancers. This speech soon came to be known as “rapping”.Then hip hop as a culture started to d

18、evelop and spread throughout some areas of New York City. This culture featured graffiti (涂鸦) art as well as its own unique style and music. Artists and rap musicians came to consider hip hop as a new urban culture. As it grew in popularity, newspapers and magazines started reporting about it.In the

19、 early 1980s, bands and musicians started experimenting with electronic instruments to make a new sound. Hip hop was starting to mature (成熟) as the art of making music in new ways spread. Rap artists also started to change their style. Many rappers talked about urban problems, showing their disappoi

20、ntment in drugs, unemployment, and unfair treatment by authorities such as the police.Recently, hip hop has spread globally. In Europe, it has also become a way for many young people to express their anger at social problems and environmental issues. In many parts of Asia, hip hop has been adopted a

21、s a form of music for business, produced only with consumers in mind. Many people believe that this is not “real” hip hop music and argue that many countries have simply borrowed the “look” and “sound” of hip hop without really understanding the culture behind it.8Why does the writer introduce Kool

22、Herc Campbell?ATo inform us that he was the founder of hip hop.BTo tell us how he became a world-famous singer.CTo prove that he combined music with American poetry.DTo explain why he inspired artists to explore urban culture.9What did the early US hip hop culture focus on?ASolving urban problems.BD

23、eveloping its unique style.CSpreading around the world.DUsing advanced musical instruments.10What concerns the author as hip hop spreads globally?AThe culture behind it has changed.BIt can easily cause negative emotions.CIt sounds totally different from its origin.DSome people use it for improper pu

24、rposes.11What can be the best title for the text?AHip Hop around the WorldBThe Rise and Spread of Hip HopCHip Hop: The Most Popular Art FormDKool Herc Campbell: The Father of Hip HopAnother horrible shooting took place in the United States on Tuesday just days after the one in Buffalo, New York. The

25、 shooter shot his grandmother first and then killed 19 students and two teachers at an elementary school in the city of Uvalde, Texas.Speaking on Tuesday night from the White House, US President Joe Biden said, “And we must ask when in Gods name will we do what needs to be done to, if not completely

26、 stop, fundamentally change the amount of carnage that goes on in this country. Its time for action.” Yes, it is high time that action was taken to stop such carnage. In 2012, a lone gunman went crazy through Sandy Hook primary school killing six adults and 20 children. Afterward there were loud cal

27、ls for gun control similar to those being voiced today. Former president Barack Obama has tried to do everything to act and the Democrats proposed enhancing background checks. Some of the measures received Republican support, but it proved impossible to get them through Congress and into law.Somethi

28、ng is so clearly wrong with the political system in the US that such a popular move cannot be carried out. Almost 20 million guns were sold legally in the US in 2020, and the figure was nearly 19 million in 2021. The total economic value of the gun industry in the US increased from $19.1 billion in

29、2008 to $63.5 billion in 2019, a 232-percent increase, according to a report by the National Shooting Sports Foundation. The gun industry paid nearly $7 billion in business taxes.With the huge interests behind the gun industry, it would be naive to believe that any effective action will ever be poss

30、ible to put peoples lives first. When in Gods name are we going to stand up to the gun gun control? Not until the political system in the US is reformed to treat its disorder.12Which one of the following statements is True?AThe latest shooting mentioned in this article happened in Buffalo, New York.

31、BA gunman went crazy through Sandy Hook primary school, only killing adults.CRepublican didnt support all measures about gun control proposed by Barack Obama.DThe gun industry dont pay any business tax.13What does the underlined word “carnage” mean in the first paragraph 3?Amass killing.Bbehavior.Cg

32、un control.Ddisorder14What is the authors attitude to the effect of the US future gun control?AConfidentBIndifferentCUnclearDDoubtful15What is the text?AA news reportBAn editorial news.CA book reviewDA research article.二、七选五Perhaps your doctor has recommended you exercise more, or youve been out of

33、shape recently. _16_. But how do you find the motivation, time and resources to get fit, particularly if you havent exercised for a while?For some people, hearing bad news from the doctor is often enough motivation to get started. _17_.However, finding the time and effort to fit exercise into your d

34、aily routine is challenging. _18_. And many people such as office workers, vehicle or machine operators have low activity levels at work and dont feel like exercising after a long day.One way to overcome these barriers (障碍) might be to attend a group exercise session or join a sports club. _19_, you

35、 can encourage a friend to join you or join an exercise group to make it enjoyable. Having a friend to exercise with or teammates to support you gives a sense of commitment so that you have to be there and will be challenged if you fail to show up.You dont need to go to a gym with a lot of fancy equ

36、ipment. _20_. And rather than improving muscle strength with weights at the gym, you can fill milk bottles with water instead.AIf you find exercise boringBWhen you perform aerobic exerciseCMaybe youve decided that its time to lose some weightDThats why its important to continue and repeat exercise s

37、essionsEWe know being “time poof” is a common reason for not exercisingFMany exercises, including push-ups and sit-ups, dont need special equipmentGSo its a good idea to get a health check before starting if you havent exercised for years三、完形填空Five years ago, a friend asked me to look after his cat

38、while he went on holiday, and I realized the idea had potential on a bigger scale. So I moved to London and decided to_21_cat sitting.For me, cat sitting is about_22_two groups of people who need what the other can offer. I get to stay in peoples_23_without rent while theyre on holiday. The owners g

39、et_24_cat sitting. It also means that there is someone to keep an eye on their homes while they are away. It seems a fairer_25_than just watering plants or walking dogs Im more of a cat person.I have always loved cats, and their gentle temper makes them ideal_26_for someone working from home. Cats h

40、ave such different personalities, so its not surprising that I_27_more with some than others. An owner once told me not to_28_her cat to sit on me, as it had happened only once. But just four days later, the cat came over and sat on my lap. I sent her a photo!Cat sitting helps me with my_29_anxiety

41、disorder, too. I want to be around people, but sometimes I cant. Sometimes, this anxiety even_30_me from leaving the house. But since becoming a cat sitter my mental health has_31_. Having my own_32_gives me the power to plan my day. I can recharge when I need to and can go out and meet people when

42、I want. The cats have_33_helped.Now I have stayed in 25 houses,_34_30 cats and saved more than 10,000 pounds that would have gone on_35_. One day I want to save up for a flat so I can have a cat of my own.21AstudyBstartCobserveDtrain22AconnectingBjudgingCcomparingDteaching23AofficesBheartsClivesDhom

43、es24AfreeBtoughCseriousDpossible25AtestBgameCdreamDexchange26AemployersBassistantsCinstructorsDcompanions27AhateBbondCmindDtrust28AguideBorderCexpectDscare29AmusicalBculturalCsocialDpersonal30AsavesBdiscouragesCprotectsDtells31AimprovedBsufferedCworsenedDformed32AcatBjobCflatDspace33AhardlyBnearlyCr

44、eallyDnarrowly34Aattended toBgiven awayCbrought upDleft out35AholidayBrentCsaleDcredit四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下面材料，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。The tea _36_ has delighted and fascinated the world for millennia has finally received top-level global recognition as a shared cultural treasure of mankind._37_(Tr

45、adition) tea processing techniques and their associated social practices in China were added to UNESCOs Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity_38_November 29th. Speaking of the reasons_39_ the application succeeded, UNESCO said that Chinas tea culture helps develop socia

46、l practices, conventional skills and handmade products. Not only_40_(be) tea-related customs found across the country but also they influence the rest of the world in various fields. In China, there are over 40 vocational colleges and 80 universities that have set up majors in tea science or tea cul

47、ture, contributing to over 3,000_41_(graduate) specializing in tea production and art every year, according to the ministry.The successful application can _42_(far) help improve teas international influence and help in better protecting and handing down the techniques and associated tea culture. It will make this cultural heritage more visible to _43_ public and help promote respect for cultural diversity and human creativity. Wang Yongjian, head of the Chinese delegation to the UNESCO session, said that they will_44_(application) for more of t