1、1 2019201920202020 学年山东省高一英语第二学期期末英语试题学年山东省高一英语第二学期期末英语试题汇编汇编 -阅读理解阅读理解 20192020 学年山东省德州市高一英语第二学期质量检测试题真题 阅读下列短文阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项 （从每题所给的四个选项 （A、B、C 和和 D） 中） 中,选出最佳选项选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上并在答题卡上 将该将该 选项涂黑。选项涂黑。 A From Poland to Slovenia? Central Europe is your best destination! Slovenia: Friendly farm stay S
2、urrounded by grasslands, Dolinar farmhouse offers simple double rooms with wooden furnishings as well as larger apartments. Outside, crickets sing at sunset, and guests can help milk the goats if they wish, or even join in with haymaking. Double rooms from 44 B it is our magic source of inspiration.
3、 23 8. What is the first paragraph mainly about? A. Several types of music. B. Different musical tastes. C. The development of musical styles. D. The importance of music in our lives. 9. How is the second paragraph developed? A. By giving examples. B. By analysing reasons. C. By describing courses.
4、D. By making comparisons. 10. Why does the author like pop music? A. It is played with electronic instruments. B. It is characterised by a steady beat. C. It is loud and strong. D. It sounds energetic. 11. What is the authors parents attitude towards his musical taste? A. Doubtful. B. Supportive. C
5、Dissatisfied. D. Unconcerned. 【答案】8. D 9. A 10. D 11. B D If youve ever wondered what the process of becoming an astronaut is like, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex (KSCVC) now has an experience that puts visitors in the shoes of a space explorer in training. The centers Astronaut Training Exper
6、ience (ATE), features four simulations (模拟). They all require teamwork and good communication. Dee Maynard, manager of education programs at KSCVC, said the experience was designed to keep visitors involved the whole time. When we were designing this, one of our concerns was that we wanted to be hav
7、ing an experience and not waiting around, Maynard said. Also, astronaut training is very much a team effort. 24 Although astronauts go through thousands of hours of training before taking off for space, this training does include some parts that are similar to those of real NASA training. One simula
8、tion helps visitors learn what it takes to launch NASAs Space Launch System rocket. Six people step into the role of launch control and communicate with six others on the Orion capsule. Visitors take turns reading and passing instructions and sets of data from both sides. In mission control (地面 指挥中心
9、), they can step into roles including flight director and spacecraft systems officer. Inside the capsule, people try their hand at such jobs as flight engineer and commander. Across the room, there are chairs that are similar to the kind of zero gravity chair. With the press of a switch, the chairs
10、fly across a special floor, giving astronauts-in-training an experience that somewhat simulates the zero gravity environment of space. This part of the experience also offers visitors a chance to learn about the management about sleeping, using the toilet and working in space. Two simulations help p
11、articipants experience what life on Mars might look like. 12. What are the qualities most required for the astronaut training at KSCVC? Working together. Reading skills. Data analyzing. Communication skills. A. B. C. D. 13. How might people feel when they take part in ATE? A. Busy. B. Bored. C. Worr
12、ied. D. Comfortable. 14. We can conclude in the paragraph that follows _. A. the readers will get to know more about roles in space. B. the zero gravity environment of space will be described. 25 C. the author might introduce NASAs Space Launch System. D. the land and drive on Mars simulators might
13、be talked about. 15. What would be the best title for the text? A. Explore the Future of Space B. Realize Your Dream at KSCVC C. Experience Life as an Astronaut D. Make Yourself a Great Astronaut 【答案】12. B 13. A 14. D 15. C 20192020 学年山东省潍坊市高一英语第二学期质量检测试题真题 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出
14、最佳选项。四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A This Midwest State is a biking paradise. Here are the best trails (路线) to hit. Root River Trail Best for: Experts and beginners looking to explore Minnesotas sightseeing It is a railroad track-turned-bike path located along the states southern border with Iowa. It offers 42 paved
15、 miles with beautiful lake scenery. Cyclists will be entertained by the landscape. Grand Round National Scenic Byway Best for: Pretty much anybody who can ride a bike Connecting some of Minneapolis most popular parks and sites, this loop spiderwebs out to an amazing 100 miles of hiking and biking tr
16、ails. Highlights along one of Americas best urban trail networks include the iconic 26 Chain of Lakes stretch, which focuses on the beautiful waterfront areas. Gitchi-Gami State Trail Best for: Beginners and professionals looking for unmatched lakeside views It is a work in progress: When completed,
17、 it will be an 88-mile paved trail that hugs the dramatic North Shore of Lake Superior, connecting Two Harbors and passing through five state parks along the way. Cyclists will pass through forests, cross numerous waterfalls, and access several of Lake Superiors impressive beaches. Cuyuna Lakes Moun
18、tain Bike Trails Best for: Beginner mountain bikers and thrill-seekers Once home to several iron mines, the central city of Cuyuna is now among the states top mountain-biking destinations and is one of just 15 Silver Ride Centers in the world. With more than 30 miles of mixed-difficulty single track
19、 trails for beginners and adventurers alike, they offer great lake views. 21. What is special about Root River Trail? A. It is the shortest trail. B. It was once a railroad. C. It is under construction. D. It was home to iron mines. 22. Which trail appeals to adventurers? A. Root River Trail. B. Cuy
20、una Lakes Mountain Bike Trails. C. Gitchi-Garni State Trail. D. Grand Round National Scenic Byway. 23. What do the trails have in common? A. The trails are far from cities. B. The trails are for professionals. C. Cyclists on the trails can enjoy lake views. 27 D. Cyclists can experience mixed-diffic
21、ulty trails. 【答案】21. B 22. B 23. C B Spaghetti and meatballs is my favorite food. And reading is my favorite hobby. When you are deeply absorbed in a book, you stop paying attention to whats going on around you. People describe it as being “lost in a book”. Its a wonderful feeling, but it can be ris
22、ky. One day I was home alone doing two of my favorite things: Eating a huge plate of spaghetti and meatballs and reading. At the time, my family had a pet bird, a big white cockatoo named Luke. He was free to leave his perch (栖 木)and fly around inside the house. Luke enjoyed “talking” to people, but
23、 he wasnt trained to use real words. As I was reading and eating, Luke was talking to me, but I was lost in my book. So Luke decided to get closer. He flew from his perch, and before I knew it, hed landed right on top of my spaghetti and meatballs! I was so surprised that I didnt even have time to t
24、hink. My reaction was the same as yours would be: I shooed (发出嘘声赶走)him off my food! This wouldnt have been so bad except for one thing: When Luke had landed on my plate he had grabbed (抓住)my spaghetti with both feet. So when Luke took off again, the spaghetti-still in his feet-went flying everywhere
25、, landing on my shirt and hitting me in the face. Red sauce splattered (泼溅)up the wall and onto the ceiling. As I pulled noodles out of my hair, Luke flew back to his perch, dropping spaghetti sauce all the way. He wasnt hurt, except for his dignity-the sauce in his beautiful white feathers turned h
26、im orange for several weeks. So next time if you find a spy novel at the library with red, spots on two pages near the middle, youll know that Ive read that book ,too! 24. What do we know about Luke? A. He is lost in reading a spy novel. B. He is good at communicating with people. 28 C. He is fond o
27、f eating Spaghetti and meatballs. D. He is permitted to fly freely inside the house. 25. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. I reacted properly to Lukes behaviour. B. Luck was attracted by my Spaghetti. C. Luck made the room in a mess. D. I was addicted to my reading. 26. How does the author sound
28、when telling the story? A. Puzzled. B. Humorous. C. Anxious. D. Annoyed. 27. What might be a suitable title for the text? A. Love Me, Love My Dog B. More Food Hurts the Body C. Reading Can Be Dangerous D. Fine Feathers Make Fine Birds 【答案】24. D 25. C 26. B 27. C C Years ago, I had a falling out with
29、 a friend due to a misunderstanding that was completely my fault. I was afraid to admit that I was wrong, so we didnt speak for years. Then we bumped into each other and decided to meet for lunch. It was so pleasant that we kept meeting. After two or three meals together, I pushed myself to apologiz
30、e for my fault years earlier. My experience isnt unique: Many people avoid apologizing because the idea of admitting to wrongdoing makes them terribly uncomfortable. “We all like to view ourselves as good people- as kind, considerate and moral,” says Ryan Fehr, a professor at the University of Washi
31、ngtons Foster School of Business. 29 “Apologies force us to admit to ourselves that we dont always live up to our own standards. We might also fear that the victim (受害者)wont accept our apology, further compromising (作出让步；违背)our positive sense of self. For these reasons, an apology can be very diffic
32、ult to give.” For many, apologizing is stressful, awkward and uncomfortable. Research shows that it can improve your mental health, repair damaged relationships and increase self-respect. “Apology acts as a signal of ones moral character,” Fehr says. “It represents a separation of the offender(冒犯 者)
33、from the offense. The offender is saying: “ I recognize that what I did was hurtful, but that offense does not represent me as a person. ”Even if you speak your words not fluently, they will mean a lot. Victims usually do appreciate an apology. ” Fehr says. I know this first-hand: My friend and I ha
34、d lunch recently, 15 years after my belated (迟来 的)apology. Admitting that everything had been my fault helped. Were both appreciative to have our friendship today. 28. What is the purpose of paragraph 1? A. To tell us the background. B. To present the topic. C. To describe the misunderstanding. D. T
35、o provide some guidance. 29. What makes it hard to make an apology? A. Lack of chances. B. Shortage of money. C. Regret and shame. D. Fear and awkwardness. 30. What does the underlined word “they” refer to in paragraph 5? A. Offenders. B. Victims. C Words of an apology. D. Replies to an apology. 31.
36、 What does Ryan Fehr think about making an apology? 30 A. It will give both sides some relief. B. It means giving up our self-respect. C. It will make people value friendship. D. It is no use forcing people to make an apology. 【答案】28. B 29. D 30. C 31. A D As the novel coronavirus outbreak interrupt
37、s businesses and everyday life for billions around the globe, massive conferences have moved online. The new form creates numerous technical and organizational challenges, but it also offers opportunities-for reaching wider audiences, reducing the carbon footprint of meeting travel and improving div
38、ersity. For some meetings, the switch may be lasting. The scientific community is “ making lemonade out of lemons,” an expert says. “ Scientists are making use of a situation thats really quite horrible and providing people a way to connect.” In many ways, virtual conferences offer a better experien
39、ce, says Altman, associate director of the Stanford Institute for AI. Altmans institute had planned an inperson conference in April, but COVID-19 forced organizers to change it. They threw together a virtual conference to discuss how AI can help scientists fight the ongoing pandemic (流行病).The event
40、was a great success. The original conference would have drawn a few hundred attendees, but 30,000 people watched the online version. Altman says the virtual environment allowed hosts to better control the flow of discussion and questions from the audience. By privately messaging one another behind t
41、he scenes, they were able to make adjustments (调 整).During the audience question period, the hosts didnt open up the virtual floor for anyone to speak. Instead, they asked the audience to type their questions and screen the most insightful (有深刻见解)ones. Scientists acknowledge that virtual conferences
42、 cant completely replace the conference experience. Virtual meetings might lose some of their appeal once stay-at-home requirements loosen. Even so, the success of some 31 scientists further strengthens the societys march toward virtual meetings. 32. What does the underlined phrase “ making lemonade
43、 out of lemons” refer to? A. Working tirelessly to fight the pandemic. B. Taking advantage of the difficult situation. C. Doing research on how to make lemonade. D. Committing themselves to their conferences. 33. What could prove the virtual conference mentioned in paragraph 3 successful ? A. A larg
44、er audience. B. Better arrangement. C. Environmental friendliness. D. Beating the ongoing pandemic. 34. What does the author intend to do in paragraph 4? A. Provide some advice for the hosts. B. Summarize the previous paragraphs. C. Introduce a new topic for the audience. D. List some advantages of virtual conferences. 35. In which section of a newspaper does this text probably appear? A. Business. B. Opinion. C. Culture. D. Travel. 【答案】32. B 33. A 34. D 35. B 32
