精品解析：新疆乌鲁木齐市第七十中学2021-2022学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题

2021-2022第二学期期末考试高一年级英语问卷 （卷面分值120分；考试时间100分钟） 本试题卷分第Ⅰ卷和第Ⅱ卷两部分。考生作答时，将答案写在答题卡上（答题注意事项见答题卡），在本试题卷上答题无效。 第一部分： 阅读理解 （共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑 A The cost of living in countries like the U.S, Britain, Australia or France has skyrocketed in recent years. However, if you’re willing to leave your country and explore life in other areas, there are many countries boasting an extremely cheap and low cost of living. Check out the following countries when planning your next move. Ecuador Ecuador is similar to the United States in many ways, and as a result has become a popular American getaway. They even use the U. S. Dollar for their currency. In this country, it’s cheaper to eat out every day than cook for yourself on a budget in the U. S. You can even buy a building for around $50,000 and hire someone to look after it while you’re away. Mexico Although the country is known for its poverty ridden streets, there are many wealthier areas that provide every facility you might need. You can live off a mere $700 to $800 a month in Mexico, and this includes rent for a nice place, facilities, food, and any sightseeing. Argentina Argentina has been a popular tourist destination for many years. It has great restaurants, a rich history, and many places to explore. Not to mention, it’s not very expensive to live here. A decent sized home can cost around $139,000, which is relatively cheap in relation to homes in the United States. Vietnam Vietnam has also become a popular tourist destination in recent years. There are many million-dollar luxury homes by the beach, but you can find a modest flat or a small home for around $25,000 to $50,000 if you search in the right areas. 1. How much does it cost to live in Mexico for a year? A. About $12,000. B. About $7,000. C. About $8,000. D. About $8,800. 2. What do Argentina and Vietnam have in common? A. They both have great restaurants. B. The cost of living in them is both expensive.