1、河北省河北名校联盟2023-2024学年高一下学期7月期末英语试题一、听力选择题1Whats the weather like today?ARainy.BWindy.CSunny.2What does the man want to have first?AA bowl of soup.BSome bread.CA salad.3What will the woman do next?AGo to sleep.BMake the bed.CDo the dishes.4How long will the speakers wait for the bus to leave?A15 minut
2、es.B20 minutes.C5 minutes.5What is the man doing?AHe is typing.BHe is repairing his computer.CHe is taking a computer course.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。6What does the man want to do?AGet new running shoes.BAsk for directions.CBuy some sports clothing.7How does the woman find online shopping?AUncertain.BPleasa
3、nt.CDisappointed.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。8Who will go to the concert with the man?AHis friend.BThe woman.CHis sister.9Why did the man buy the tickets?ATo celebrate his sisters birthday.BTo meet his favourite musician.CTo send his friend as a wedding gift.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。10Where does the man come from?ABri
4、tain.BThailand.CIndonesia.11What season is it likely to be in the speakers city?ASummer.BAutumn.CWinter.12Why did the man feel sad during his trip?AThe weather there was cold.BThe sea pollution was serious.CThe beach was too crowded.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。13How are the speakers feeling about watching TV t
5、hese days?AExcited.BBored.CInterested.14Which of the following is the mans favourite?ACooking shows.BMusic programs.CFootball games.15How much did the womans paid-up account cost a month?A$10.B$12.C$25.16What does the man recommend to the woman?AA film.BA TV series.CA funny show.听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。17Why
6、 did the speakers mother stop the truck?AIt ran out of gas.BIt got to the destination.CIt was stuck in a hole.18Which car had one person in it?AThe red one.BThe blue one.CThe yellow one.19How many people came to help push the truck?A4.B5.C7.20Who helped the speaker and her mother solve the problem?A
7、Car repairmen.BThe speakers friends.CThe strangers.二、阅读理解Do you want to escape from the endless things of daily life? Here are excellent hotels for 2024!Clayoquot Wilderness LodgeThe hotel is located in the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve on Vancouver Island. Aseries of fashionable tents, equipped
8、 with comfortable fireplaces, have been set up in the ancient trees, bringing true comfort to the rainforest. Water activities are not to be missed. Whether its sunny or rainy, canyon exploration, paddleboarding, hiking and fishing can make it easy for you to get through this day.Fairmont Le Chateau
9、 FrontenacFairmont Le Chteau Frontenac is a French style castle with a history of more than 100years, and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also has a dedicated dog entertainment area. Guests can bring their pets. Its 610 guest rooms and suites are equipped with modern bathrooms, offering bea
10、utiful views of rivers, courtyards, or the city. Place Dufferin restaurant offers European style buffet (自助餐) breakfast and afternoon tea, while Champlain restaurant serves dinner.Paradox Hotel VancouverParadox Hotel Vancouver has 147 rooms. Each floor is angled differently, making the building look
11、 twisted. Every room has a special view of the harbor, park, and mountains through big windows. You can eat tasty Peking duck or try local dishes both in the hotel.Fairmont Royal YorkCanadas largest city, Toronto, is known for its luxurious accommodations, with the Royal York standing out as a top g
12、em (宝石) in hospitality. The hotel features an impressive castle-style design with 28 floors and was once the tallest building in the country upon its completion in 1929. Nowadays, it offers a variety of high-end facilities, including accommodation, drinking and dining options.21Which hotel is suitab
13、le for the travelers with dogs?AClayoquot Wilderness Lodge.BFairmont Le Chateau Frontenac.CParadox Hotel Vancouver.DFairmont Royal York.22What is the feature of Paradox Hotel Vancouver?AEach floor has a suite.BEach floor has a different color.CEach room has a special view.DEach room has unique decor
14、ation.23What can we know about Fairmont Royal York?AIt situates by the sea.BIt offers the best service.CIt features dog entertainment area.DIt was the tallest building in Canada in 1929.After Miles Fetherston-Resch learned that sharks were in trouble, he was confused by how people treated the oceans
15、 and the creatures that lived in them. “I saw a polluted beach,” he said. “The adults are doing something about it. Why cant I?”With the help of his mom, Miles then started an organization called Kids Saving Oceans. What started with $13 from his piggy bank as a 6-year-old boy has grown to $26,000 r
16、aised for ocean conservation (保护). He would sell things like hats, T-shirts and water bottles made out of recycled materials for a good cause. Before he turned 18, he wanted to raise $1million for ocean conservation organizations. Miles, now 12, is in the business of saving oceans.Miles has even met
17、 with leaders in Washington, DC and helped co-write a book called Kids Saving Oceans: Olivia Makes a Difference. “Its about a kid named Olivia and she doesnt want to just help her dad in the kitchen. She wants to change the world a little bit so she does her research and finds out the oceans are in
18、trouble. She starts with a basic beach cleanup and it rockets off from there,” Miles said.Madeline Stoddard, Miles teacher, said other students in her classroom were inspired by Miles. “It shows that it doesnt matter how young you are. Everyone can do something to create change,” Madeline said.Miles
19、 lives in Florida now. He has loved the ocean for as long as he can remember. He said, “Getting into conservation was just kind of personal to me.” But to other kids who want to do this kind of work, he said, “If you have an idea, go for it. The worst thing you can do is have it not work out. And th
20、ats not a loss.”24Why was the Kids Saving Oceans established?ATo save animals.BTo make big money.CTo protect the oceans.DTo influence the adults.25What can we learn from paragraph 3?AOlivia was too busy to help her dad.BMiles and Olivia have the same goal.CThe book is about recycled materials.DOlivi
21、a failed to save the oceans at first.26Which of the following can best describe Miles?AConfident and active.BFriendly and graceful.CInspiring and curious.DPatient and successful.27What does the author want to tell us in the last paragraph?AEvery cloud has a silver lining.BThe early bird catches the
22、worm.CActions speak louder than words.DNothing risked, nothing gained.If you have been out and about in Atlanta, you have probably seen something very unusualgroups of people who are reading silently to themselves. These meet-ups are a way for people to read and socialize, which is part of a growing
23、 trend of Silent Book Club (SBC).The global organization has over 1,000 branches where adults of all ages come to read. The first chapter was founded in San Francisco in 2012 by two women, and the idea really took off and is now fostering this love of reading and connection in 50 countries.The Atlan
24、ta chapter usually has between 130 and 170 people attending. It is increasingly popular with the participants. “It is a space where I can quietly read with others,” Danielle Clarke, a reader with SBC Atlanta, said.Once the reading session ends, people can move around and socialize with one another,
25、or not. “As a new reader, I thought it would be special to step into this space with my books and hopefully meet new people,” said Spencer Bonner, another reader with SBC Atlanta.SBC is part of a new resurgence (复苏) of the old-style book clubs, where everyone reads the same book and comes together t
26、o discuss it.In this digital world where people work long days on computers, book clubs are a way to make genuine human offline connections.“I want to connect with my friends in a context that doesnt rely on spending money and the book club offers at least one inexpensive social opportunity per mont
27、h,” one book club regular said.Some book clubs focus on economic issues while others focus on literature. What they all have in common is that they give people a sense of belonging, something everyone needs.28What phenomenon will you see in Atlanta?APeople seldom read alone.BPeople read quietly toge
28、ther.CPeople like to get together.DPeople spare no effort to socialize.29What can be learned about SBC?AIt is female readers favourite.BIt focuses on literary works.CIt is increasingly popular.DIt holds online reading events.30What does SBC satisfy according to the last paragraph?AThirst for knowled
29、ge.BNeed to discussion.CSearch for partners.DDesire to belong.31What would be a suitable title for the text?ASBC: An Old Social TraditionBSBC: Bridging Digital DividesCSBC: Redefining Literary GatheringsDSBC: Mixing Reading And SocializingClimate change is a big problem for corals (珊瑚虫). I dive to f
30、ind out. By keeping track of corals in French Polynesia, I hope to determine how much stress theyre under.Coral reefs are like underwater cities made up of tiny animals called corals. They are in symbiosis with tiny plants called algae (海藻). The algae make food for the corals using sunlight. This is
31、 called photosynthesis (光合作用). In return, corals produce carbon dioxide and waste, which can be used by the algae as raw materials for photosynthesis.In French Polynesia, theres a place called Moorea where scientists study corals. My colleagues and I use special floating platforms to look at the cor
32、als from different angles. This helps us find problems, like when other plants try to take over.Two types of coral, Acropora pulchra and Acropora cytherea, are being studied. The pulchra stays its usual dark yellow color, but the cytherea, which is usually light brown or purple, has turned white. Th
33、is white color is not good. It happens when the water gets too warm for too long. The corals get stressed and push out the algae. Without the algae, the corals cant get food and they turn white, which can lead to them dying.When my colleagues and I go diving, we use a plastic sheet to help us look a
34、t the corals and write down what we see. We check the water temperature, the color of the corals, and if we see any signs of the corals being in trouble.Some corals seem to be stronger and can handle warmer water better than others. We want to find out why this is, so we can help protect corals. But
35、 the best way to help corals is to stop pollution and global warming, which are making the oceans too warm for them.32Why does the author keep track of corals?AHe loves sea animals.BHe is crazy about corals.CHe wants to study the survival condition of corals.DHe wants to be free of stress.33What doe
36、s the underlined word “symbiosis” in paragraph 2 refer to?ACompetition for resources.BLiving together in harmony.CIn support of the development.DImprovement without providing benefit.34What will happen when the water temperature rises above normal?AThe corals will lose the source of food.BThe coral
37、will stay its purple color.CTwo kinds of coral will turn white.DSome corals will become stronger.35What is the key to protecting corals in the authors opinion?AProtecting more sea plants.BPutting more effort into coral research.CReducing pollution and stop global warming.DFiguring out the relationsh
38、ip between corals and algae.Here are some steps to help you use the power of meditation (冥想) for better sleep.Choose your focusWith many meditation choices, its important to determine which works for you. If youre a music lover, listening to meditation music for sleep can be relaxing. 36 . If you wa
39、nt simplicity, focusing on your own breath can be a practical and useful experience. 37 Your surroundings can greatly influence the quality of your meditation. Its essential to build an environment that is helpful for relaxation. 38 this might mean turning off notices on your phone. Dim (暗淡的) lights
40、 or candles guide senses to deep peace.Sit or lie comfortably 39 . When the goal is to help you fall into sleep more easily, lying down especially in a supportive bed can be ideal. If you cant fall asleep quickly or feel comfortable, try sitting up with cushions (垫子) to support you. The main thing i
41、s to keep your back straight and avoid putting pressure on any part of your body.Be consistent (始终如一的)The power of meditation shines through with regular practice. As with mastering any skill, consistency is your strong supporter. Start with short parts and gradually extend as you become more comfor
42、table. Whether its 5 minutes or 30 minutes, the key is to make it a nightly routine. 40 , making the process more effective gradually.ACreate the right spaceBAbsorb every de tail of the sceneCThe base of a successful meditation is comfortDRemember, its natural for the mind to wanderEMake sure your r
43、oom is free from troublesome noisesFIt helps to calm your mind through a regular pattern of soundsGOver time, your brain will connect this practice with relaxation and sleep三、完形填空I was excited to take my dog Georgie to the river the other day. Having spent her first six years in a cage, she had neve
44、r 41 a body of water. I wanted to get there before sunset to watch her 42 it.I was growing increasingly 43 about all the stops she made. She checked the grass, dirt, and trees. These were all new discoveries for her, and it 44 her time to study them.When I 45 that it was fruitless to hurry her along
45、, I pulled out my cell phone and began texting. I needed something to do while Georgie was slowing us down.Then, I 46 the cicadas (蝉), and I remembered that the sound of cicadas was my favorite in the world. That awakened something buried within me that longed for the simple pleasures 47 by technolo
46、gy.I made a conscious decision to be present, and to 48 the journey to the river, just like Georgie. The journey was just as wonderful as the final destination would be, and it was the dog that 49 me.Then, I 50 the beauty of the flowers and the wonder of the winding path. I 51 the grass and the flow
47、ers, and the dirt and the air. I 52 each one equally, as if 53 them for the first time. As we 54 our destination, I realized something even more important: It doesnt 55 whether we reach the river. Why must there always be a destination?41AseenBfearedCimaginedDcovered42AcrossBexperienceCfollowDavoid43AexcitedBcontentCimpatientDindifferent44AmadeBtookCwaitedDwasted45AwarnedBpromisedCwonderedDrecognized46Aspo
