上海市西南位育中学2024-2025学年高一下学期期中英语试卷

二○二四学年度第二学期高一英语期中试卷 班学号 姓名 Ⅱ.Vocabulary Section A Directions: Complete the following sentences by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once. A. defeated B.extinct C.medal D.approached E.shortage F.available G.native H.reduced 21.Protecting wildlife is important for maintaining local biodiversity. 22.The of skilled workers was a challenge,but training programs have gradually improved the situation. 23.Many ancient languages have become over time,but people are trying to save some of them. 24.Poor management once the company to financial struggles,but strategies helped it recover. 25.With more online courses readily ,students now have greater opportunities to improve their skills outside the classroom. 26.The research team worked harder to finish their breakthrough discovery as the deadline . 27.The instruction manual completely the old man,and he had to turn to his grandson to set up the new smartphone for him. 28.After pulling two children from a burning building,the firefighter was awarded a(n) for bravery by the mayor. Section B Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need. A.contrasted B.productive C.dislike D.disciplined E.gratefully F.rough G.informative H.characteristically Ernest Hemingway,widely considered America's greatest living writer at the time; maintained a strong(29) of New York City.The author preferred the peace of his Cuban farm, Finca Vigía,only passing through Manhattan when traveling,elsewhere. During one such stopover on the journey to Europe in 1949,he reluctantly agreed to meet with me. In his (30) direct correspondence,the 50-year-old Nobel laureate outlined strict terms:"No publicity.No unwanted visitors.Just the zoo,museums,and a boxing match."His handwritten note added the (31) observation,"Time is the least thing we have of!" At Idlewild Airport,Hemingway cut an unmistakable figure.His (32) appearance —white-streaked( 布满条纹的)beard,and a face showed he'd lived through many experiences — (33) with his surprisingly gentle,manners. Dressed in a red shirt and ill-fitting jacket,he stood protectively clutching two things:a worn leather briefcase containing the precious manuscript of his novel-in-progress,and the shoulder of a businessman named Myers,a travel companion. The scene revealed much about Hemingway's complex character.While protective of his writing time (the briefcase held three completed chapters representing months of work),he displayed unexpected warmth toward strangers. Hemingway.spoke excitedly about his current project,his first major literary undertaking in nearly a decade."The words are coming well now,"he confessed,tapping the briefcase.This rare moment of self-disclosure suggested the airport encounter offered breaks from his normally (34) . writing routine at Finca Vigia. When his wife Mary appeared with their luggage,Hemingway's focus shifted.Yet even as they prepared to depart,he continued reflecting on creative challenges —the struggle to be (35) and the pressure of expectations following his wartime novel For Whom the Bell Tolls,which had established him as America's greatest living writer. Ⅲ.Reading Comprehension Section A Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C,and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. The 16th-century dramatist Ben Johnson generously called Shakespeare a writer “not of an age,but for all time."And so it has proven to be,for Shakespeare's plays are still the most translated and most (36) of any playwright's in the world.But if you ask people what accounts for Shakespeare's (37) popularity, you will get a number of different answers.Some will say that he was a great storyteller,others may suggest that the (38) lies in the beauty of his poetry.Some scholars point out that he was born in a lively period of England's history,a time of great national confidence and cultural activity,particularly in the theatre.(39) , they claim,he was able to produce an extraordinary volume of work. This last explanation seems a little(40) . A more interesting answer is put forward,although a little over-enthusiastically,by Harold Bloom in his book Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human.Bloom argues that Shakespeare gave us something in his writing that the world had not seen in (41) before:characters with a strong personality. These lifelike characters gave us a real insight into the human (42) : Iago,the·trusted advisor of Othello,whose jealousy leads him to betray his honest master; Rosalind,the heroine in As You Like It,who remains true to her friends and family in spite of the danger to herself.Through the mouths of such characters,we learn truths about life that we can all (43) . These truths are made more moving and more memorable by the way in which they are (44) :briefly and poetically. Shakespeare has been dead almost 400 years,but the words and saying attributed to ( 归 功 于 )him still (45) the English language today. So whether you are "fashionable"or"sanctimonious,"thank Shakespeare,who probably (46) .the terms.In fact,it is amazing just how great Shakespeare's influence on everyday language has been.Take,for example,these phrases from Michael Macrone's light-hearted book Brush Up Your Shakespeare. foregone conclusion full circle at one fell swoop wear my heart upon my sleeve seen better days a sorry sight neither here nor there the world is(my)oyster 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 Macrone is more interested in the Shakespearean language that has survived than the reasons for its (47) .According to his research,some of these sayings are slightly different from their original meaning once taken out of the(48) of the plays in which they first appeared.For example,"the be all and end all"is used today to mean"the most important thing",but in Macbeth,it means "the end of the matter". Regardless of such technicalities,it is still remarkable that so many of Shakespeare's words have survived the large (49) in language between their time and the present day.The beauty of those·words is certainly one reason,but as Johnson suggested, it is the humanity and lasting impact of their(50) that brings them to life. 36.A.selected B.performed C.exchanged D.gained 37.A.false B.curious C.individual D.lasting 38.A.magic B.intelligence C.failure D.count 39.A.In a word B.As,a consequence C.By contrast D.To some degree 40.A.possible B.convincing C.unsatisfactory D.boring 41.A.human B.literature C.history D.advertisement 42.A.nature B.implication C.factor D.resources 43.A.qualify for B.judge from C.specialize in D.identify with 44.A.proved B.phrased C.believed D.threatened 45.A.influence B.fund C.represent D.involve 46.A.honored B.predicted C.coined D.chose 47.A.motivation B.significance C.extinction D.popularity 48.A.mood B.time C.context D.procedure 49.A.shifts B.balance C.livelihood D.trends 50.A.usage B.pronunciation C.originality D.meaning Section B Directions: Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) Victor Frank,the author of Man's Search for Meaning,once wrote,"Everything can be taken from a person but one thing:the last of human freedoms —to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances.Frank was right.Attitude is a choice.You could be faced with a thousand problems,many or most over which you have absolutely no control.However,there is always one thing you are in complete and absolute control of and that is your own attitude. To be honest,it wasn't until I was in my late 20s that I finally understood its full impact.All through my teens and into my early adult life,I can't tell you the number of times that I heard,"Bob,if you'd just change your attitude,you would do a lot better."At that time,I didn't know what attitude was,let alone know how to change it! Attitude and results are inseparable.They follow one another as night follows day. One is the cause,while the other,the result.There is a term we use to distinguish this "cause and effect"relationship,which is called the Law of Cause and Effect.Simply stated,if you think in negative terms,you will get negative results;if you think in positive terms,you will achieve positive results.Some people always see wrong things in the world.These individuals are quick to blame circumstances or other people for their problems,rather than accepting responsibility for their life and their attitude.Thus,it would appear as if they were born with bad luck and it has followed them around their whole life.However,there are others who are forever winning and living the good life. They are the real movers and shakers who make things happen.They seem to go from one major accomplishment to another.They're in control of their life.Their wins are a matter of choice. You can experience that kind of life as well,you only need to decide.Dorothea Brand once said,"Act as if it were impossible to fail,"and I challenge you to do so.By simply becoming aware that you can choose your thoughts each and every day,you will change your entire outlook.You have the power to choose an abundant life no matter what your circumstances are.Don't wait to experience all the wonderful things the universe has in store for you.Start today by working on your attitude and welcome the abundant life that you are meant to lead. 51.Why does the writer use the example of himself in Paragraph 2? A.To prove attitude changes on its own. B.To show attitude is important to the old C.To show understanding attitude takes time. D.To prove the author himself was very stubborn. 52.What can we learn from the Law of Cause and Effect? A.Our attitude plays a crucial role in determining the outcomes we experience. B.Luck and chance also play an incredibly important role in the results we get. C.Blaming external circumstances can actually bring benefits to our mental health. D.Negative attitudes may occasionally bring positive results due to external factors 53.What is the writer's attitude towards those who believe in the power of positive mindsets? A.Doubtful. B.Objective. C.Supportive. D.Disapproving. (B) Get a head start on your field trip planning.Whether you're ready to jump in or need to plant a seed with your colleagues,we're here to help you take the next step for an unforgettable visit with your students. Exploratorium field trips offer: ●700+hands-on exhibits ·BART,ferry and bus-friendly location ·Free admission for Title 1 schools ·Demonstrations with explainers ·Chaperone (监护人)tips and student resources The 2024-2025 field trip season will run from September 10,2024-June 6,2025. General instructions When to Come Field trip days are Tuesdays through Fridays,starting at 10:00 am.If you're planning to arrive outside of field trip hours,please make a group reservation by calling 415-528-4444 and click Option 5 for reservations. Chaperones We require at least one chaperone for every ten youths or children in your group. Although the museum is self-guided,it's a good idea for chaperones to stay with their students —teachers and chaperone involvement can greatly improve the students' experiences,and having chaperones nearby makes it easier to keep an eye on the students they're responsible for.Download our chaperone tips in English,Spanish,or Chinese below. On Arrival When you arrive,please check in with an orange-vested explainer.Your field trip will begin with the orange-vested explainer who will welcome your students,answer questions,and cover some key details.The explainer won't stay with you throughout your visit,but explainers are available around the museum.Just look for the people in orange vests;they're happy to talk to you. Then they will help you explore one exhibit as a group —this is for teachers and chaperones,too,so enjoy it! 54.What is the minimum number of adults required to accompany 40 children on the · trip? A.Two. B.Three. C.Four. D.Ten. 55.What can we learn about the Exploratorium field trips? A.Not all.trips need to be booked in advance. B.The trips offer free admission for all schools. C.Chaperones need to speak at least three languages. D.The explainer is always with the group. 56.Where is the text most probably taken from? A.A school poster. B.A travel journal. C.A health magazine. D.An education website. (C) Kim accepted the vegetable with a polite bow and quickly ran back to her classmates, relieved that she had finally overcome,even if only slightly,what many South Koreans view as one of their greatest obstacles to global competitiveness:anxiety about speaking English with foreigners,particularly Westerners. Kim was among 300 junior high school students participating in a week-long program at the newly constructed“English Village.”Located in the South Korean countryside,the complex appears as though an entire European town has been transplanted there as a mini-town,complete with its own immigration office,city hall, bookstore,cafeteria,gymnasium,a main street lined with Western-style shops,police officers,and even.a resident community of 160 native English-speaking instructors.To ensure a completely immersive English environment,all signs are exclusively in English, and the use of Korean is strictly prohibited. During their six-day stay for the course,for a fee of 80,000 won (approximately $82),students must conduct daily activities—such as checking into a hotel,shopping, cooking classes,and producing music videos—entirely in English.Specially designated "language police":patrol the village,imposing fines in the village's currency or marking red dots on student passports as penalties for speaking Korean. In recent decades,South Korea has adopted one of the most vigorous approaches in Asia toward English education.English proficiency has evolved from being simply a necessary tool for international communication to a significant indicator of social status and professional advancement.Outside the regular school curriculum,Korean parents collectively spend an estimated 10 trillion won annually on private English lessons, overseas study programs,and personal tutoring. Despite this intensive focus,many university graduates still exhibit significant hesitation when required to engage in English conversations with native speakers. Linguists attribute this to a national education system historically oriented toward grammar drills and vocabulary memorization,often at the-expense of practical speaking skills and real-world conversational practice. At Korea University in Seoul,30 percent of all classes are now conducted in English. In today's South Korea,fluency in English is no longer just an academic asset—it has become a key factor in determining one's social and professional status. Today,at Korea University in Seoul,around 30 percent of all courses are conducted in English,underscoring how fluency in the language is no longer merely academic but increasingly essential for defining one's social standing and professional opportunities in South Korea. 57.What was Kim Hyo Jin's problem? A.She had difficulties in understanding English grammar rules. B.She dared not talk with westerners in English. C.She was afraid of looking at the English teacher. D.She experienced discomfort from being separated from classmates. 58.Which of the following accurately describes the"English Villge"? A.It is built to resemble an actual European town. B.It houses 460 students simultaneously each week C.Students must obey the English-only rule. D.All signs are presented in both English and Korean. 59.What problem do Korean students typically face in traditional English education? A.Limited exposure to English vocabulary and grammar. B.Insufficient opportunities to practice spoken English. C.Lack of qualified native English-speaking teachers. D.Excessive emphasis on conversational fluency. 60.Which of the following might be the best title of the passage? A.Let's Read in English B.English as a Global Language C.South Korea's English Village Experiment D.The Changing Role of English in South Korea Section C Directions: Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need. A. It seemed instead to look ahead to major environmental disasters in the near future. B. He decides to get rid of it once and for all. C. Alfred Hitchcock turned this wonderful tale into a memorable film of the same name. D. Not only this,she was also a writer of fearless originality. E. While the title story lacks the tension of The Birds,there are similarities in the treatment of nature. F. What follows in the story reveals the truth of each character's nature. Daphne du Maurier Daphne du Maurier was born into a famous London theatrical family,but lived in Cornwall for most of her life,in a large romantic house near the sea called Menabilly. Although she never owned it,she loved living there and it was where she raised her family.There can be no doubt that Menabilly and its surroundings inspired several of her novels and short stories. Du Maurier enjoyed early success as a writer and continued to have a wide readership throughout her career,with bestsellers such as Jamaica Inn,The House on the Strand and,of course,Rebecca. (61) He also adapted her short story The Birds, choosing to set it in northern California rather than in its originally wild Cornish location. Apparently,Daphne du Maurier hated this adaption. Before writing her collection of short stories The Apple Tree,to which The Birds belonged,du Maurier had been known for her romantic fiction.She had made her mark in particular with historical novels such as Frenchman's Creek and Jamaica Inn.However, The Birds was not inspired by the past. (62) Arguably,it was the starting point for an entire genre(文体)devoted to narratives about natural disaster. Nature in du Maurier's stories rarely has a favourable effect on humans,other than in the coming-of-age story called The Pool.This beautiful tale takes place in the middle of summer in the English countryside.By a woodland pool,a girl finds a'secret world’— a strange underwater place with fantastic beings.(63) This is nature as it is experienced by a child:magical,enchanting and unreal.With the end of childhood,her secret world is out of reach forever. Daphne du Maurier wrote exciting stories and was highly skilled at creating suspense. (64) Indeed; her lifetime she published more than three dozen works of fiction,history,and biography. A new edition of Don't Look Now and Other Stories has been published by the Folio Society. V.Grammar Directions: After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank. Hemingway's Art of Omission(省略) Ernest Hemingway,celebrated for his plain prose,believed that profound truths hide beneath simplicity. (65) (grow)up in Illinois, he developed a love for outdoor adventures —experiences (66) later provided raw material for his war novels. When World War I broke out, Hemingway,rejected by the army (67) poor eyesight,volunteered as an ambulance driver.This decision marked the beginning of his lifelong fascination with exploring human courage in extreme conditions. A Farewell to Arms,published in 1929,remains one of literature's (68) (moving) anti-war statements. Central to-his writing was the"iceberg theory"—the idea(69) omitting unnecessary details allows readers to perceive deeper meanings.In The Old Man and the Sea,Santiago's battle with the marlin becomes a universal metaphor for perseverance. What astonished critics was how Hemingway managed (70) (convey) existential despair through deceptively simple dialogues. Hemingway's personal life,however,was anything but peaceful.Married four times, he struggled with depression,yet his characters,(71) often faced hardship with steady determination,showed great strength and bravery. The writer once compared crafting fiction to bullfighting:"It's not about describing every drop of blood,but making readers feel the horn's shadow."This principle explains why his stories,(72) (write)in simple language,strike emotional chords. Today,as AI attempts to imitate his style,we(73) (remind)that Hemingway's true legacy lies not in what he wrote,(74) in what he dared to leave unsaid—a testament to the power of disciplined silence. VI.Translation Directions: Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets. 75. 他坚守自己的信念，并带着决心成就了大事。(hold) 76. 每个人都会遇到各种各样的挫折，从孩子到老人都会。(range v.) 77. 尽管被裹在绳子里绑得严严实实的，这条流血的鲨鱼还是有可能幸存下来。 (despite) 78.只有直接处理环境污染和全球变暖的问题，超过十亿的物种才不会面临灭绝的 风险。(Only) 二○二四学年度第二学期高一英语期中试卷附加部分 班学号 姓 名 Multiple Choice 1. There are only ten apples left in the baskets, the spoiled ones. A.not counting B.not count C.not counted D.don't count 2. at from his perspective,the situation doesn't appear desperate. A.Look B.To look C.Looked D.Looking 3. It is not uncommon problems of communication between generations. A.as;arise B.for;to arise C.of;rising D.with;rise 4. The Bent Pyramid outside Cairo to be ancient Egypt's first attempt a smooth-sided pyramid. A.has been believed;to have built B.was believed;to build C.is believed;to build D.is believed;to be built 5. Scientists used sonar to map the seafloor where the plane , for any remnants. A.was thought crashing;searched B.was thought to crash;searching C.was thought to have crashed;searching D.thought to have crashed;searched 6. I never regretted the offer by my former employer,as it wasn't aligned with my career goals. A.rejecting;making B.having rejected;made C.rejected;having made D.having rejected;making 7. no cause for alarm,the old man returned calmly to his room. A.Being B.There was C.Having D.There being 8. Members of the Parliament were poised ahead with a bill construction of the pipeline. A:to move;to approve B.moving;approving C.to moving;to approve D.at moving;approving 9. Numerous fans objected their favorite band's concert without sufficient notice. A.to;postponed B.to;being postponed C.at;postponing D.that;was postponed 10. It was during the travel rush the government measures to ensure smooth transportation. A.when;rolled out B.which;rolling out C.where;rolled out D.that;rolled out 11. The name of the humble bread varies greatly different areas,with some names German. A.across;originating from B.throughout;originated C.with;originating in D.over;originate 12. Agriculture is the country's chief source of wealth,wheat by far the biggest cereal crop. A.is B.been C.being D.be 13. the authentic flavor,the team hired experts every detail meticulously checked,including ingredients,cooking methods,and even table settings. A.Ensuring;having B.Having ensured;have C.Ensured;having D.To ensure;to have 14. The competition challenged young people a new word they felt was missing. A.coming up;what B.to come up with;which C.coming up with;that D.to come up;/ 15. Domestic horses require consistent maintenance throughout their lives,particularly regular trimming and care,to prevent overgrown hooves(马蹄) unattended for extended periods,a situation which,ifignored,could ultimately cripple these animals. A.leaves B.leaving C.left D.is left 16. Equipped with advanced systems,not only the launch of heavier aircraft,but takeoff speeds can also be increased. A.Fujian aircraft carrier allows B.does Fujian aircraft carrier allow C.Fujian aircraft carrier is allowed D.is Fujian aircraft carrier allowed 17. The 28th Shanghai TV Festival include various events, international exposure to Chinese productions. A.programmed;giving B.is programmed to;give C.was programmed to;giving D.programmed;given 18. The saying criticizes any that fails to identify the root cause and ineffective in solving underlying issues. A.approach;proves B.consequence;is proved C.recreation;proved D.postponement;has proven 19. By the end of his career,Isaac Newton was with producing over 500 books,many of which groundbreaking theories across multiple disciplines. A.flooded;involving B.credited;introduced C.impressed;covered D.engaged;presented 20. Linda the experiment a month ago but changed her mind at the last minute, otherwise she important data by now. A.started;would collect B.was to start;would have collected C.would start;collected D.was to start;would be collecting 答案部分 II. Vocabulary Section A 21. G. 22. E. 23. B. 24. H. 25. F. 26. D. 27. A. 28. C. Section B 29. C. 30. H. 31. G. 32. F. 33. A. 34. D. 35. B. III. Reading Comprehension Section A (36-50) 36. B. 37. D. 38. A. 39. B. 40. C. 41. B. 42. A. 43. D. 44. B. 45. A. 46. C. 47. D. 48. C. 49. A. 50. D. **Section B (51-60)** 51. **C. To show understanding attitude takes time** 52. **A. Our attitude plays a crucial role in determining the outcomes we experience** 53. **C. Supportive** 54. **C. Four** 55. **A. Not all trips need to be booked in advance** 56. **D. An education website** 57. **B. She dared not talk with westerners in English** 58. **C. Students must obey the English-only rule** 59. **B. Insufficient opportunities to practice spoken English** 60. **C. South Korea's English Village Experiment** **Section C (61-64)** 61. **C. Alfred Hitchcock turned this wonderful tale into a memorable film of the same name** 62. **A. It seemed instead to look ahead to major environmental disasters in the near future** 63. **F. What follows in the story reveals the truth of each character’s nature** 64. **D. Not only this, she was also a writer of fearless originality** V. Grammar 65. Growing 66. that/which 67. due to 68. most moving 69. that 70. to convey 71. who 72. written 73. are reminded 74. but VI. Translation 75. **He held on to his beliefs and achieved great things with determination.** 76. **Everyone, ranging from children to the elderly, will encounter various setbacks.** 77. **Despite being tightly wrapped and bound in ropes, the bleeding shark still had a chance to survive.** 78. **Only by addressing environmental pollution and global warming directly can over a billion species avoid the risk of extinction.** **附加部分选择题** 1. A. 2. C. 3. B. 4. C. 5. C. 6. B. 7. D. 8. A. 9. B. 10. D. 11. A. 12. C. 13. D. 14. B. 15. C. 16. B. 17. B. 18. A. 19. B. 20. B. $$