2022-2023学年广东省部分名校高一（上）质检英语试卷

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。

• 1．A UK education opens doors，wherever you are or go in the world.UK scholarships （奖学金） help you get the chance to join an excellent list of schoolmates.
     The Rhodes Scholarship
     The Rhodes Scholarship was set up in 1902.Today，it is regarded as the oldest scholarship in the world.The Rhodes Scholarship is presented to postgraduate students wishing to study at the University of Oxford.It covers all tuition fees and return airfare to the UK.
     Commonwealth Scholarships
     This UK scholarship is designed for applicants from developing commonwealth countries who want to go into master's study in the UK.Each scholarship provides airfare to and from the UK，tuition fees，examination fees and money spent on living.
     Gates Cambridge Scholarship
     Each year，Gates Cambridge offers 80 full-cost scholarships to topping applicants from countries outside the UK to get a postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge.About two-thirds of these will be offered to PhD students.This UK scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge.
     Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship
     The University of Edinburgh offers its Global Research Scholarship to 30 advanced overseas students who plan to join in a PhD Research Program.It covers all fields of study offered at the university.The scholarship does not cover money spent on living.
  
  （1）Which may have the longest history？

  
  A．The Rhodes Scholarship.
  B．Commonwealth Scholarships.
  C．Gates Cambridge Scholarship.
  D．Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship.
  （2）What do Commonwealth Scholarships and Gates Cambridge Scholarship have in common？

  
  A．Their applicants should be British.
  B．The US government offers them.
  C．They are given to PhD students.
  D．They include living cost.
  （3）In which part of a website can we find the text？

  
  A．Travel.
  B．Education.
  C．Nature.
  D．Science.
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• 2．The story of a 92-year-old book lover in a village of Chongqing has touched many recently，Sun Shiquan has collected more than 7，000 books over the past years and has offered a free local library to people there for years.
     He was born in Pipa Village in Xiuqi Town of Chongqing's Chengkou County.Being a bookworm as a child，he read all kinds of ancient books including the Four Books and the Five Classics.In the 1950s，he became one of only a handful of local college graduates and later served as a middle school teacher in the county.
     He started to collect books in 1983 and gradually built a collection of many kinds over more than 40 years.Among his holdings is a precious set known as the Si Ku Quan Shu，dating back to Qing Dynasty.It is one of the only seven copies in the country.
     Wearing glasses，Sun reads for more than three hours every day.Now he has finished reading most of his collections.Speaking of her father，Sun Ziyu，said， "My father has a habit of making notes on each book.He makes a mark whenever he stops reading so that he can carry on reading from where he left off."
     Village official Liu Jiao said， "Many children in the village love to visit Sun and listen to his stories." She said the elderly man has earned respect from the whole village.People call him "Teacher Sun" and children call him "great-grandfather".
     Sun Ziyu said her father also writes poems and prose（散文） in his spare time and enjoys reading his works to the family.She said under her father's influence，family members take the time to read together and exchange views. "That's their favorite part，" she said.
     "My father has loved reading for a lifetime，" Sun Ziyu said. "Reading is his meat and drink."
  
  （1）What can we know from the first two paragraphs？

  
  A．Mr Sun was born in a rich family.
  B．There was only one free library in Xiuqi Town.
  C．Mr Sun has been a book lover since childhood.
  D．It was easy for children to get educated in the 1950s.
  （2）Which of the following best describes Sun's Si Ku Quan Shu？

  
  A．Colorful.
  B．Valuable.
  C．Demanding.
  D．Enormous.
  （3）What is paragraph 4 mainly about？

  
  A．Mr Sun's reading habit.
  B．Mr Sun's life experiences.
  C．Mr Sun's writing hobby.
  D．Mr Sun's book collections.
  （4）What does Liu Jiao think of Mr Sun？

  
  A．A person with talent.
  B．A person worthy of pity.
  C．A person with disability.
  D．A person worthy of respect.
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• 3．Boredom is a common human experience.It's almost impossible to fully avoid it，especially when you're living a fast-paced life.You may be bored from time to time and feel like you need something new or exciting in your life.It's perfectly natural to feel this way from time to time，but feeling bored often can also mean that your present life isn't satisfying you as much as it can.
     When you feel bored，think about what activities bring you joy and happiness.Perhaps you find that hobbies are what help improve your spirits.After all，having interests and pursuing （追求） them can often have a great effect on the quality of your life and how satisfied you feel.If this sounds like something that would be good for your life，we have some great ideas for hobbies to pursue when you're bored!
     One of the easiest and most effective （有效的） ways to relieve （解除） boredom is to take exercise.Exercise is not only good for your body but also your mind.When your body is moving，it releases （释放） certain chemicals that make you feel good.Learning a new language is another way to challenge yourself and become more creative.It can also open up a whole new culture and way of thinking for you!Many people find that learning a new language gives them a sense of achievement that they don't get from other hobbies.
     Furthermore，reading is a hobby that can be enjoyed by almost anyone.It's inexpensive，easy to fit into your plan and can be done just about anywhere.It doesn't require special equipment or supplies，and you can do it alone or with ojye.airs.The last way to avoid feeling bored inside is to spend time outdoors.Find a place to go where you can get away from the noise and other troubles.You may find that being outside offers a sense of peace and calmness.
     Boredom is a common part of life，so we shouldn't try to avoid it completely.Boredom can be a sign that you need a change in your daily life and something new to try.If you find yourself feeling bored，use these ideas to find new hobbies.After all，hobbies can greatly enrich your life and help you feel more satisfied!
  
  （1）Which will make us bored according to the text？

  
  A．Our life is exciting.
  B．We don't have a fast-paced life.
  C．Our present life doesn't satisfy us.
  D．We live a peaceful and happy life.
  （2）What can we learn from the text？

  
  A．Most people feel satisfied with life all the time.
  B．Reading a book requires special equipment and supplies.
  C．All of us should try our best to avoid boredom completely.
  D．Taking exercise is an effective way to keep off boredom.
  （3）How many ways to relieve boredom are mentioned in the text？

  
  A．Five.
  B．Four.
  C．Three.
  D．Two.
  （4）What can be a suitable title for the text？

  
  A．It is possible to avoid boredom
  B．Several activities can help relieve boredom
  C．Learning a new language makes us more creative
  D．Our body can release chemicals when we are moving
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• 4．African countries have retrieved some historic heritage，which directly reflects（反映）the important development of human society，from European countries.Recently，Germany signed a deal for the return of hundreds of valuable artworks from the Kingdom of Dahomey in the 19th century，in what is today Benin.
     But many artifacts（手工艺品）are still unluckily missing and some are on their way back.One such object is an eight-legged seat from the old kingdom in Uganda.The important arti- fact now sits at a museum thousands of kilometers away in Britain.The wooden seat is housed at the University of Oxford.It is one of at least 279 objects there taken from the Bunyoro- Kitara Kingdom.
     Apollo John Rwamparo is a deputy prime minister of Uganda.He really values the country's cultural jye.airitage.He requested the British to return the artifacts.Uganda officials are preparing to meet with the University of Cambridge in Britain about the return of such historical artifacts.The school has an unknown number of artifacts from Africa.Through many efforts，an artifact was recently to its home.
     The British Museum holds a large collection of artifacts from Africa.Rose Mwanja said Uganda's commission had been trying hard on it and believed it could have some good effects.She is Uganda's commissioner for museums.She added she could start with those that are more willing to cooperate.
     Many of the artifacts from Africa cannot even be found.That led to an organization star- ted by late Congolese art collector Sindika Dokolo.The organization offers to buy African art from collections in foreign countries.By 2020，when Dokolo died，his group had successfully recovered 15 items.However，for African governments，the recovery of artifacts remains a struggle and will take much time.
  
  （1）What does the underlined word "retrieved" in paragraph 1 mean？

  
  A．Reduced.
  B．Taken back.
  C．Given up.
  D．Recommended.
  （2）Where is the artifact of the eight-legged seat at present？

  
  A．In Benin.
  B．In Uganda.
  C．In Germany.
  D．In Britain.
  （3）What is Uganda officials' attitude to their country's cultural heritage？

  
  A．Curious.
  B．Concerned.
  C．Uncaring.
  D．Confused.
  （4）Which word best describes the recovery of artifacts？

  
  A．Frightening.
  B．Doubtful.
  C．Effortless.
  D．Challenging.
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阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余 选项。

• 5．Building connection and friendship with other people is a necessary part of being human.There are ways to help you make new friends，as well as to take better care of the friendships you already have.
     Accept the awkwardness （尴尬） and assume that other people need new friends，too.（1）

  When you reach out to somebody you don't know well — whether that's sending the first text message or making small talk in the elevator — you often feel uncertain.You have to accept that awkward silence and the uneasiness it may bring，because you can't have friends without getting awkward.
     Remember that people will like you more than you think
     When you are moving through the world，don't forget that human connection is yours for the taking.（2）

  
     Take up activities that you love
     Ask anyone about how to make friends and they will most likely tell you to try a new hobby.（3）

  Do the things you're interested in and you will naturally draw people to you，and you'll naturally connect with other people because you'll be in the right place.
  It's OK to treat friendships seriously
     Having friends is one of the most nourishing （滋养的） parts of being alive，so it's not strange or bad or wrong to prioritize （优先考虑） it.Get comfortable putting yourself out there a little bit.（4）

  It's what all the cool kids are doing.
  （5）

  
     But if you want to prioritize and nourish your friendships，you have to show up for them.Listen and notice things about your friends.Take notes!It will help you remember your conversations and allow you to mention them later.Remember the names of people in your friends' lives.Ask to see a picture of the person they're talking about so it sticks better in your head.
  

  A.Be present and attentive. B.It might sound strange，but it works. C.Make positive friends and get along well. D.It's strange and uncomfortable to make new friends. E.Your friends will be proud of you and learn from you. F.Spare the time and space you need to find and nourish your friendships. G.When you talk to someone else，you're actually going to brighten their day.
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• 6．A woman in her 20s from Aztec，New Mexico，went on a hiking trip in the Deer Park area along the Colorado Trail.She（1）

  off-path and didn't follow the pathway.（2）

  ，she headed south along the Animas riverbank.
     That's when her worst（3）

  happened.She fell off along the mountain's side while taking photos.She also broke her leg and was forced to spend two nights in the cold（4）

  without knowing how she could get out.Slowly but surely，she found a place where she could easily be（5）

  and started calling for help.
     The Silverton Narrow Gauge Train was carrying people to appreciate the beautiful（6）

  of Silverton.One train（7）

  noticed a woman who was crying for help.She told the train conductor，who（8）

  asked for an emergency response team to（9）

  them in their rescue.The two train conductors，Nick and Kylah stopped the tour train and asked the passengers to wait as they（10）

  to rescue the woman.Nick got supplies and materials on the train to（11）

  the hiker's broken leg.Kylah stayed with her and kept her（12）

  until the Silverton Medical Rescue Team arrived.The woman was rescued and sent to（13）

  .Luckily，aside from the broken leg，she（14）

  just fine.She thanked all the people involved，especially the train conductors.The（15）

  could have happened but for the train passenger who noticed her asking for help.
  
  

  （1）	A．danced	B．went	C．survived	D．evacuated
  （2）	A．Therefore	B．However	C．Instead	D．Besides
  （3）	A．behaviour	B．goal	C．impression	D．fear
  （4）	A．wilderness	B．greenhouse	C．castle	D．stadium
  （5）	A．moved	B．seen	C．followed	D．returned
  （6）	A．paths	B．marks	C．views	D．shelters
  （7）	A．customer	B．passenger	C．conductor	D．driver
  （8）	A．immediately	B．obviously	C．gracefully	D．stressfully
  （9）	A．result	B．employ	C．absorb	D．help
  （10）	A．offered	B．begged	C．tried	D．used
  （11）	A．attract	B．treat	C．match	D．remove
  （12）	A．warm	B．high	C．aware	D．alive
  （13）	A．school	B．prison	C．church	D．hospital
  （14）	A．turned out	B．worked on	C．gave off	D．came up
  （15）	A．latest	B．best	C．worst	D．fastest
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阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

• 7．阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
      It is a（1）

  （move） story between Zhong Jing，a doctor，and the villagers in Longhe Village，Longchang Town，Qianxinan Bouyei and Miso Autonomous Prefecture in Guizhou Province.
      Before Zhong's arrival，there was no clinic in the village.If villagers had to see （2）

  doctor when they suffered from serious health problems，they had no （3）

  （choose） but to go to the hospital in town which is more than four （4）

  （hour） walk away.Since Zhong set up the only small clinic （诊所） there with all her life savings at the time，things have changed.
      With her excellent medical skill and selfless devotion for a long time，she （5）

  （final） won the locals' heart.She often makes calls to some with diseases such as high blood pressure. "I need to remind them （6）

  （come） to have their blood pressure and blood sugar tested，" she says.If they can't make it，Zhong will visit them.For the past two years，Zhong （7）

  （make） more house calls to her patients so that they needn't move around during the COVID-19 times.
      Thanks to the guidance of Zhong，the local villagers increasingly develop a （8）

  （strong） health awareness than before.The number of patients （9）

  visit the clinic has been becoming less in recent years.Zhong says， "I'm glad that I'm not only a doctor in the village now.It feels great to be of some help and be trusted （10）

  them."
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根据下列汉语提示写出相应的单词或者词组，并注意其适当形式。每空一词。

• 22．The man failed to

  （申请）the job that he had been looking forward to. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
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• 23．假定你是李华，上周五你校举行了地震应急演练活动。请你以"An Earthquake Drill in Our School"为题，给校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：
  （1）参与人员；
  （2）活动的过程；
  （3）活动的意义。
  注意：
  （1）词数100左右；
  （2）可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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