2016宁夏高三上学期人教版高中英语期末考试

On the first day of school our professor introduced himself and challenged us to get to know someone we didn’t know, I looked round when a gentle hand touched my shoulder. I turned around to find a wrinkled, little old lady with a smile. She said “Hi, handsome, my name is Rose. I’m eighty-seven years old. Can I give you a hug?” I laughed and enthusiastically responded, “Of course you may!” and she gave me a giant squeeze. “Why are you in college at such a young, innocent age?” I asked. “ I always dreamed of having a college education and now I’m getting one!” she told me. After class we walked to the Student Union building and shared a chocolate milkshake. We became instant friends.

Every day for the next three months we would leave class together and talk nonstop. I was always listening to this “  time machine” as she shared her wisdom and experience with me. Over the course of the year, Rose became a campus icon(偶像) and she easily made friends wherever she went. At the end of the semester we invited Rose to speak at our football dinner. I’ll never forget what she taught us. “ We do not stop playing because we are old; we grow old because we stop playing. There is a huge difference between growing older and growing up. Anybody can grow older. That doesn’t take any talent or ability. The idea is to grow up by always finding opportunities in change. Have no regrets. The elderly usually don’t have regrets for what we did, but rather for things we did not do. The only people who fear death are those with regrets.” She concluded her speech by courageously singing“ The Rose”. She challenged each of us to study the lyrics(歌词) and live them out in our daily lives. At the year’s end she finished the college degree she had begun all those years ago. One week after graduation Rose died peacefully in her sleep.

21. What happened to the author on the first day of school?

A. He got to know an old professor.

B. He made the acquaintance of an old lady.

C. He joined the Student Union.

D. He had to share a milkshake with others.

22. From the underlined sentence in Paragraph1, we can find out the author’s ____.

A. concern about age        B. respect for the old

C. curiosity about the lady    D. complaint about education

23. In the author’s eyes, Rose was _____.

   A. innocent and generous      B. wise and skilled

   C. talented and hardworking    D. courageous and inspiring

24. Which saying might Rose possibly support?

   A. One is never too old to learn.

   B. A friend in need is a friend indeed.

   C. Rome wasn’t built in a day.

D. It is no use crying over spilt milk.

One of the most popular pets in the world, the Australian tree frog, is originally a native of Australia, though the pet trade has transported it far and wide. It has successfully adapted to New Zealand and the United States. It’s one of the largest members of its species and can reach up to 10 centimeters in length. Their life spans(寿命) are also longer than most of their frog cousins and can reach between 16 to 20 years in captivity. In the wild, their lives are smaller due to their natural enemies.

Their skin color ranges anything between light green and dark green, depending on the temperature of the place where they live and the color of the environment around where they live, as it’s supposed to make them difficult to be seen by their natural enemies. They come out only at night to hunt, feed and mate. During the day, they find dark, wet areas to sleep in. They aren’t seen at all during the winter.

As the Australian tree frog isn’t equipped with teeth, it cannot tear apart its prey(猎物). It needs to feed on food that can fit in its mouth. Therefore, its diet consists of insects, such as spiders, and flies, and small animals, such as other frogs, bats and sometimes even mice. For the smaller prey, they use their sticky tongues to shoot at the close range prey. For larger prey, they attack the prey and force it into their mouths with their hands. They also have some natural enemies that feed on them.

The Australian law protects the tree frog by giving it a protected status. The IUCN(International Union for Conservation of Nature), however, gives it a “least concern” status. The broad range of habitats that the frog can survive in and its long life ensure that this frog won’t lose population.

This creature is really a very popular pet. If you get an Australian green tree frog as a pet, do remember to feed it in proper amounts and let it loose for exercise.

25. What can be the main idea of the passage?

A. How to keep frogs as pets          B. Animals unique to Australia

C. Facts about the Australian tree frog   D. Why frogs can make good pets?  

26. What can we know about the skin color of Australian tree frogs?

   A. It changes at different times of the day.

   B. It helps them with their hunting for food.

C. It shows what development stage they are in.

D. It offers them a certain degree of protection.

27. Paragraph 3 mainly talks about the Australian tree frog’s_____.

A. feeding and hunting habits    B. natural enemies

C. living environments and habitats   D. survival skills

28. What can we know about the Australian tree frog from the passage?

A. There is no law protecting it yet.

B. Its teeth help tear its prey into pieces.

C. It sleeps in the daytime and hunts at night.

D. It has been declared an endangered species by the IUCN.

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is a hot-spot travel destination, and it’s easy to see why with its beautiful beaches and busy city life.

   Why it’s a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won’t be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!

   Thailand

   Thailand is great for solo travelers---perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.

   Why it’s a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hotspot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party-central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical jungle.

   Hong Kong, China

   Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of “Zen moments,” such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.

   Why it’s a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you’re not well-traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.

   Bali, Indonesia

   Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, organic food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendidly visual culture has make Bali Indonesia number one tourist attraction.

   Why it’s so great: You won’t be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you’re sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu inland, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat. The Sacred Monkey Forent in Ubud is fantastic---it you like monkeys, anyway.

29. What do the four places have in common according to the text?

A. They’re cheap to travel around.

B. They’re great for solo travelers.

C. They offer good spas and yoga.

D. There’re no language barriers.

30. Where can you enjoy both convenient transport and beautiful beaches?

A. Melbourne, Australia.            B. Thailand.               

C. Hong Kong, China               D. Bali, Indonesia.

31. What has made Bali Indonesia a matchless tourist attraction?

A. Yoga, spas and healthy food.

B. Nice people and visual culture..

C. Fantastic monkeys and beaches.

 D. Amazing characters and forest.

32. What type of writing is this text about?

   A. A travel diary.              B. A travel guide 

C. A business reporter.          D. A press advertisement

The black taxi or cab is one of the most famous symbols in London. In the 17^th century, London saw its first black cabs but these were very different from today’s vehicles because they were pulled by horses.

   However, their influence is still felt today because in 1679, the British government passed a law requiring all vehicles to pass a test to make sure they were safe for passengers. This law is still in force today. Also, the very earliest cars were called “horseless carriages”  because they were very much like the shape of the carriages formerly pulled by horses.

   Over the years, the design of the London black cab has changed; perhaps the biggest improvement is that the modern cab has wheelchair access. Even so, the basic image is still the same, a black cab that stands for a tradition of service and efficiency of which the London “cabbies” are justifiably(无可非议地) proud. In fact, the cabbies are some of the mist highly trained people in London. Before anyone is given a license to drive a black cab, a person must pass a test called “The Knowledge”. This involves learning by heart the 320 main routes, and all their tourist attractions in central London. During the test, drivers are not allowed to receive radio assistance or to use satellite navigation. This test is so difficult. It takes some people years to learn all the information. In London, you will often see men riding around on motorbikes with a map clipped onto its handlebars. These are “Knowledge boys”---people trying to learn all the routes so they can pass the test.

    So the next time you take a black cab, don’t be surprised that the cabbie seems to be very widely read and full of wisdom. After all, he had to pass“ The Knowledge” to get his license.

33. Both the old cabs and the modern ones focus on _______.

A. specials designs of cabs         B. shapes of the carriages

C. wheelchair access              D. safety problems

34. In order to pass“ The Knowledge”, drivers must_____.

   A. be familiar with all routes in London

   B. begin practicing on their motorbikes

   C. receive radio assistance

   D. use satellite navigation

35. What can we infer from the last paragraph?

   A. All the cab drivers are full of wisdom.

   B. It’s quite easy to hire a cab in London.

   C. It’s hard to pass“ The Knowledge” test.

   D. The cab drivers are pleasant to talk with.

A great number of people can get injured or even killed resulting from a human stampede(踩踏). The bad thing is that a peaceful group of people can quickly turn into a crazy panicked crowd.      36   If you are in a crowd, the most important thing is to make yourself familiar with your surroundings and mentally notice the exits. No matter where you are, make sure you always know how to get out.     37     If you are in a crowd of moving people, wet or uneven ground can be slippery or dangerous, causing you to fall.

Be aware of the general atmosphere of the event, as panic situations can often be expected. When in danger, a few seconds can make all the difference. If you find yourself in the middle of a moving crowd, do not fight against the pressure, do not stand still or sit down.     38    Take advantage of any space that may open up and try to move sideways to the crowd movement where the flow is weaker.

     39      ---It gives you movement and protects your chest.

If you fall, get up quickly. If you fall and cannot get up, keep moving by crawling in the same direction of the crowd, or if that is not possible, then cover your head with your arms and curl (蜷缩) up   40   Sometimes, finding a right posture can save you life.

A. Make yourself aware of the type of ground you are standing on.

B. Do not lie on your stomach or back, as this dangerously exposes your lungs.

C. If you are stepped on, you should shout for help.

D. Instead, move in the same direction of the crowd.

E. Keep your hands up by your chest, like a boxer.

F. Stretch your arms to the full length so that you can make more space to move in the crowd.

G. What’s worse is that the stampede can be caused while there seems no actual danger.

As an old English saying goes, “honesty is the best policy”. It is more than an old cliché(陈词滥调) but __61__ good way to live your life.

First, honesty is the __62___ (easy) choice that we can make. When people get caught in lies, it always costs them something. Many relationships can be destroyed by lies.

Second, honesty gives us much __63___ (free). Many people believe that being honest limits them in life, but that is not true. Sooner or later those dishonest people ___64__(pay) a price for their acts; on the contrary, when we are honest, we are __65___(true) free.

If there are two people __66___(stand) before you, a person with a record of being honest and a person ___67__ is known to be dishonest, who would you be more likely __68___(believe)? I’m sure most people would side with the honest person. __69___ we live in the truth or we live in lies. Truth sets us free and lies leave us in nothing but more troubles. Honesty is a choice that we make each day. The choice is __70___ (you). What will you choose?

One October morning, the sky was clear and the sun was shining. Bethany Hamilton decided to go   41   with some friends in Hawaii.

As one of the best teenage surfers in the world , the 13-year-old American girl was planning to become a  42  surfer. Cheerfully, she was lying on her surfboard ,waiting for the next big wave. Suddenly, a big shark   43   her left arm and shook her backwards  and forwards. Bethany held onto her board and the shark eventually swam away --- but it took her   44 __ away with it.   45  , it attacked only once. It happened so fast that she didn’t even  46  .

As Bethany started to swim back to the beach with one arm, her friends thought she was joking. But to their horror, they saw the   47   and rushed to help.

Having lost almost half the blood, Bethany’s   48  was a miracle(奇迹)，according to doctors, but she wanted to do   49  just survive.

“It never crossed my mind that I might never get on a surfboard again,” she recalled later.“I wondered whether I would actually be  50 __to do it or not. But    51  I left hospital, I had decided that I was going to surf.”

With the support of her family, Bethany    52  to get back on her board only one month after the attack. Her dad fixed a handle on her surfboard to help her paddle(划水) through and into waves.

When she returned to surfing at a competition in Hawaii, Bethany was  53  in dangerous waves that broke her surfboard. As a result, she gave away her remaining boards and quit. She tried using an artificial arm, but it turned out to be  54  while surfing.

After  55   in Thailand in the 2004 earthquake and helping homeless survivors who had lost everything, Bethany   56  her decision to give up the sport she loved and   57  to try professional surfing again. Less than a year after the accident, she won first place in a surfing competition in Hawaii. And all her struggles and efforts   58   when she won in a world championship years later.

She also received several    59  , including a special award for courage at the MTV Teen Choice Awards in 2004 and the Woman of the Year Award from King Fahd of Saudi Arabia in 2006. Her  60  , true story gained wider attention with the release(发行)of the film “Soul Surfer”.

假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处，每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。

增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。

删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。

修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。

注意：1.每处错误及其修改均限一词。

2.只允许10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

Dear Mum,

This afternoon, our teacher asked us list what our parents had done for us. I write

down a lot of good sides.

Time passes quickly, isn’t it? It is three years when I became a high school student. I

looking back on the progresses that I have made so far, I really appreciate for your

support. I know that without your properly guidance, I would not have done so well.

However, what still make me puzzling is how to make my dream to go to the top

university come true. Please continue to lend I a hand. I really need our help.

Kate

假如你是李华，上周五来自美国Hingham中学的交换生到你们学校访问，你接待了一位美国学生Tim。请根据下面提示，给学校英文校刊投稿，谈谈参加这次活动的经过

1. 学校迎宾会；           

2. 家庭欢迎晚宴；

3. 外出旅游北京景点；          

4. 告别互赠礼物。

注意：1. 词数：100字左右；   2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；3. 开头已为你写好。

We had some American exchange students in our school last Friday. As a host, I’d like to share some happy experiences with you. _______________________________________