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科左中旗民族职专·实验高中2023-2024第二学期期中考试 高一年级英语试题 卷面分值：150分 总分：150分 注意事项： 1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息 2．请将答案正确填写在答题卡上 第一部分　阅读理解(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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。 A Exciting Celebrations And Festivals Around The World Vivid Sydney, Australia: A Festival of Light, Music, and Ideas. When: Friday, 26 May 2023 to Saturday, 17 June 2023 Where: Sydney, Australia Age group: All ages, a family-friendly event About: Vivid Sydney is one of the most popular annual events in Sydney. While it is the light installations (装置) shining on the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge that gain the most attention, the festival combines dozens of light installations, music al performances, and ideas to encourage and celebrate creativity. Merrie Monarch Festival, USA When: Sunday, 9 April 2023 to Saturday, 15 April 2023 Age group: All ages, although better for older kids and teens interested in Hawaiian culture About: It includes a 3-day celebration of traditional and modern Hawaiian hula dancing that takes place on the Big Island of Hawaii It’s an intense hula competition with participants (参与者) from all around the world. There are also incredible Hawaiian craft fairs, a parade, and other activities. Parintins Folklore Festival, Brazil When: 24,25, and 26 June 2023 Where: Parintins Town, Amazonas State, Brazil Age group: Kids between 10 years old and older are allowed into the outdoor sports ground. About: It is an important part of Brazilian culture because it celebrates an old local legend (传说) about a lady and an ox. It combines the local legend and culture with modern rhythms and themes from the whole country, which is why it is recognized as a cultural heritage of Brazil. 1. What can you do when attending Vivid Sydney? A. You may gain the most attention. B. You can help with the light installations. C. You have a chance to take part in a hula competition. D. You can enjoy musical performances and shining lights. 2. What do Merrie Monarch Festival and