精品解析：广东省肇庆市封开县广信中学2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题

2023-2024学年第一学期期中检测高二级 英语试题 注意事项： 1. 本试卷共10页，答题卷共2页，考试时间120分钟。卷面满分120分。 2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己所在的班级、姓名、考场号、座位号和考生号填写在答题卡上。 3. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卡上将对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。但注意不能擦破试卷，否则不能扫描。 4. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答无效。 5. 请不要褶皱答题卡，以免无法扫描。 第二部分 阅读 （共两节，满分50分） 第一节 （共15 小题； 每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Lonely Planet collected a list of the top 10 countries to visit in 2020, taking you from blue Caribbean waters to thick European forests and beyond. Here are the destinations(目的地) not to miss. 1. Sri Lanka Known for its timeless ruins and culture, attractive beaches and welcoming people, Sri Lanka is a key destination for anyone looking for a relaxing vacation full of beach lounging(懒散地躺着), wellness retreats（疗养院）and flavorful food to explorers in search of the next greatest sight. When to visit: Sri Lanka is busiest December through March. However, the best weather can usually be found in April and September. 2. Germany From cities filled with museums and nightlife to beautiful wildlife, Germany has something for everyone. Some tourist favorites include Berlin’s Museum Island, the Berlin Wall, The Cologne Cathedral in Cologne, and the Black Forest. When to visit: Germany is most popular among tourists in July and August. Lonely Planet recommends heading over in the fall and spring. 3. Zimbabwe The attraction of Zimbabwe is all about its gorgeous landscapes and extensive wildlife. Victoria Falls National Park is among the best spectacles to see in this southern African country. Take view of the rushing, mile-long waterfall from Devil’s Pool, a natural infinity pool next to the fall, and peer at its 328 feet drop. When to visit: April and October bring sunny days and clear, cold nights, while July through September is the best time for wildlife viewing and white-water activities. 4. Panama The country may be small, but there is a lot to do and see in Panama. Panama City i