2025-2026学年河北保定高一(上)期末试卷英语

1、Birds can fly because they have the strong chest muscle________ for flying.

A．provided

B．required

C．strengthened

D．possessed

2、They have a good knowledge of English but little _______ they know about German.

A. have B. did   C. had   D. do

3、My voice was so little and the shop owner had to bend down to hear_______ I wanted to buy.

A. what it was   B. it was what

C. what it was that   D. what was that

4、— Sir, you are fined for speeding. Please sign here.

— Fined? Speeding? ______

A. Are you all right? B. You can’t be serious!

C. I’m a foreigner.  D. It doesn’t matter.

5、—We will take ________ you have attached to this contract into careful consideration.

—Thanks. Hope for further cooperation.

A．that

B．which

C．what

D．where

6、Though the number of Japanese army was _____ that of our Eighth Route Army, they lost the battle in that mountainous village．

A． as large twice as   B． twice as large as

C． large as twice as   D． as twice large as

7、Reduce it ______ half each month and before you know it, you will not be thinking of it anymore.

A. to   B. by

C. in   D. for

8、Not until he retired from teaching two years ago _______ having a holiday abroad.

A. he had considered   B. had he considered

C. did he consider   D. he considered

9、______playing computer games，Li Hua can't help spending too much time surfing the Internet.

A.Being addicted to B.Addicted to

C.Having addicted to D.To addict to

10、The book I have chosen is Fu Lei’s Family Letters ______ he shared his views about art and life.

A．that

B．whose

C．where

D．who

11、Since last month, George, along with some of his former classmates, ________ to have a 20-year gathering during this summer holiday.

A．has been desiring

B．desired

C．had desired

D．have desired

12、Science and technology have ______ in important ways to the improvement of agricultural production.

A.attached B.assisted C.contributed D.committed

13、___________ it is learning in school through computer or relaxing at home with video games and TV, time spent on screens has become an essential part of modern life.

A．Because

B．While

C．Whether

D．As

14、Please remind me _______ he said he was going. I may be in time to see him off.

A．where

B．when

C．how

D．what

15、An inspiring teacher can stimulate students to succeed.

A．motivate

B．waken

C．commit

D．guarantee

16、My son’s 10 years birthday is drawing near, I decided to ________ a computer to give him as a gift.

A． borrow   B． lend

C． purchase   D． hire

17、Jack always dreams of living happily in ________is called the Land of Peach Blossoms .

A．which

B．what

C．that

D．where

18、Stephen Hawking believes that the earth is unlikely to be the only planet_______life has developed gradually.

A. that B. where   C. which D. whose

19、_________ the flight to New York will be delayed is _________ I’m especially worried about.

A. If; what   B. Whether; that

C. When; that   D. Whether; what

20、If you don’t understand something, you may research, study, and talk to other people _______ you figure it out.

A.because B.though

C.until D.since

21、The Tropical Paradise Holiday

Welcome to St Anna, our tropical paradise just off the coast of Latin America. You can spend two weeks in our luxury four-star hotel. The cost of your flight is included in the holiday, and you can be picked up from your home by our special airport bus. On your arriving, our coach will be waiting to take you to the hotel. All flights leave from Heathrow on a Monday morning.

The Cowrie Hotel is built right on the beachfront, and many rooms have wonderful ocean views. If swimming and surfing are not enough for you, the hotel also offers horse rides on the island, and a discount membership of the golf club.

The Rain Forest Adventure Holiday

Every year Broughton holidays offer twelve days of unforgettable adventure in a tropical rain forest. You may have a choice of Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia, or even to the greatest rain forest of them all, the mighty Amazonian forest.

You will fly to our special base camps at the edge of the forest, where you will be given five days of survival training, and talks on the local wildlife.

Then you take a bus into the forest. You will have to walk the final five miles to the camp sites to avoid disturbing the local ecology. All of the camp sites have been carefully built to cause the minimal amount of disturbance to the local wildlife.

Remember that these adventure holidays take you deep into the wilderness,and they are not suitable for families with young children. Also remember that no more than two dozen guests can stay at any camp at one time, so if you want to go on one of these very special holidays,  you will need to book early !

【1】 Choosing the Tropical Paradise Holiday, travellers can enjoy ______.

A. a welcome party

B. beautiful ocean views

C. different indoor activities

D. free membership of the golf club

【2】 What can we learn about the rain forest holiday?

A. Different means of transportation will be used.

B. Travelers will learn to talk with wild animals.

C. The holiday will end with a survival training.

D. Booking early, travelers will get a discount.

【3】 What kind of people will probably choose the rain forest holiday?

A. People loving water sports.

B. People travelling with children.

C. People preferring comfortable hotels.

D. People concerned with environment and wildlife.

【4】 Which of the following is mentioned in both holidays?

A. Price.      B. Transportation.

C. Reservation.  D. Departure time.

22、Planting trees contribute to a good environment. And correct planting methods can help a tree grow healthily. 【1】 One of them is choosing an improper planting place, which may be harmful to the tree. Some soils aren’t good for planting some trees.   【2】   It’ll help you determine the kind of fertilizer necessary for the tree.

Digging a hole too deep or too narrow is also a mistake we tend to make while planting a tree. If the hole is dug too deep, the roots don’t get enough oxygen, resulting in bad growth of the tree. Besides, a narrow hole won’t allow the roots to expand or support the tree family. 【3】   Ideally, the planting hole for a tree should be twice as wide and deep as the root ball.

To protect the roots of a tree, we need to put a mulch(护根) on them. First of all, it’s really important to select the right type of mulch.【4】   In addition, we must use a proper amount of mulch. Too much mulching may cause damage to the roots, while less mulching may result in dryness around the roots.

【5】Walk around the trees to recognize the problems that have appeared, and fix them before they go out of control.

A．Different species require different planting places.

B．Most newly planted trees die because of lack of mulch.

C．However, there are some mistakes we often make while planning trees.

D．We should make our choice based on the plant species and the type of soil.

E．So having a soil test before deciding on the planting place would be wiser.

F．The most important thing is to monitor/watch over the growth of trees on a regular basis.

G．This may weaken the tree and its ability to stand up to unfavorable weather conditions.

23、   Every weekday, shortly after 11 a.m., a line forms at the Broadway and 38th Street location of Sweetgreen, the eco-conscious salad chain. By noon, the line has usually tripled （三倍）in size.

The scene is similar at the Chop't, or the Dig Inn, or the Just Salad one block south. Greens, once so unattractive that parents all over the country had to beg their children to eat them, have never been hotter.

At Sweetgreen , the appeal is partly ethical . The ingredients are sustainably farmed, sourced from trusted partner and served with transparency. There are vegetarian, gluten-free and “warm bowl” options. There are raw beets and organic carrots. It's enough to make the most wasteful among us feel satisfied . It is any wonder that Sweetgreen is the fastest growing salad chain in the United States?

The moral overtones extend even to the trash. As customers pay and head back toward their various workplaces , they pass an often Overflowing garbage bin with a proud sign above it that says that all of the company’s utensils, napkins, bowls and cups are plant-based, "which means they go in the compost bin（堆肥箱），along with any leftover food." "Nothing from inside Sweetgreen goes to the landfill（垃圾填埋）,” the sign declares further, virtuously.

But that's far from the truth, although it,s not the chain's fault.

Zara Watson, a lawyer who eats at Sweetgreen three times a week, throws the waste from her healthful lunch directly in the trash because she does not have to compost at her office. So does Sam Hockley, the managing director at the software company Meltwater, who is willing to eat a Sweetgreen bowl for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Salad is appealing not only because the food is healthy for us but because it's healthy for the world. But even as Sweetgreen and its marvelous effort, the compostable（可降解的） containers the chain puts such care into providing are, more often than not, going to a landfill.

Eric Goldstein, the New York City environment director, said that it typically takes a city about a decade to transition to successful composting. Now New York faces several challenges, one " which is educating people on how to compost in the first place. u!f you were to stop a person in the street, 1 don't know how many people could even tell you what composting really is," he said. "We need a large-scale program to let New Yorkers know why this is important and how to participate in the program .”

And of course, composting itself is not the gold standard of eco-conscious lunch disposal, “it's still best to use reusable things, even before composting and recycling,” Mr. Goldstein said. "But composting is an extremely valuable thing to do."

【1】The reasons why Sweetgreen is so popular include all the followings EXCEPT _________.

A.the ingredients it uses are safe and reliable

B.The products it offers are attractive to children

C.The products it offers meet the needs of different customers

D.there is a growing trend toward eating green

【2】Which of the following statements is true according to the sign above the garbage bin at Sweetgreen?

A.The shop encourages customers not to waste food.

B.The containers that Sweetgreen uses are reusable.

C.The leftover food from the shop will be sent to landfill.

D.The tableware that Sweetgreen uses is environment-friendly.

【3】why does Zara throw the waste in the trash after eating Sweetgreen's salads?

A.Because composting is unnecessary where she works.

B.Because she thinks it is wrong to compost waste.

C.Because the material Sweetgreen uses isn't compostable.

D.Because she is unwilling to walk to the compost bin.

【4】What can we learn from Eric Goldstein's words?

A.The biggest challenge in composting is the objection from customers.

B.Most Americans have realized the necessity of garbage classification.

C.The transition to successful composting in New York is a tough task.

D.The best way to deal with leftover food is to turn it into compost.

24、Geneva(日内瓦)Tourist Guide

* Universal compact app for iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus / iPhone 5 / iPhone / iPod / iPad GENEVA TOURIST GUIDE with attractions, museums, restaurants, bars, hotels, theatres and shops with traveler reviews and ratings, pictures, rich travel information, prices and opening hours.

Discover what's on and places to visit in Geneva with our new cool app. It will guide you to top attractions and shopping malls, and tell you directions to hotels, bars, and restaurants. This is an all-in-one app for all the local attractions. Our travel guide to Geneva features up-to-date information on attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, travel tips and more.

Highlights :

◆ Geneva Information -- Overview, climate, geography, history and travel

◆ Attractions -- Ancient sites, beaches, botanical gardens, coffee farms, museums, scenic drives, towns, waterfalls, religious and historical sites, etc.

◆ Hotels -- From luxury hotels to budget accommodations, including reviews, price comparison, address and more.

◆ Map -- It is an interactive map and get turn-by-turn driving directions. Find traffic details, road conditions, street maps, multi map, satellite photos, and aerial maps. Allow you to easily search and find local businesses with directions.

◆ Gallery -- Picture galleries of Geneva's most beautiful sights, interesting events, unusual occasions and more.

◆ POI Search -- Search everything at Geneva.

Enter any keyword or name to search. Find Name, address, distance, route map, call, and directions to every business location.

◆ Translator - Supports 52 languages, Large text Translation.

◆ World Clock - All major cities of the world (1000 Cities).

【1】 What is Geneva Tourist Guide?

A. An app   B. A book    C. A map  D. An advertisement

【2】 Which of the following Geneva Tourist Guide can’t help tourists?

A. To discover what’s on and places to visit in Geneva

B. To guide tourists to top attractions and shopping malls

C. To offer latest information on attractions in Geneva

D. To help tourists make friends with Geneva locals

【3】Which of the following is not among highlights of Geneva Tourist Guide?

A. Information about both expensive and cheap hotels in Geneva

B. Chances to visit Geneva galleries without paying any money

C. A search system that can find everything at Geneva

D. Being able to be used by tourists from all over the world

25、Tom is one of the first and one of the most inspiring kids. His passion (激情) is the _________ and he has been giving to those in need since he was only six.

Several years ago, Hurricane Charley _________ near his home in Tampa, Florida. Afterward, he _________ 27 pickup trucks full of water. He donated it to aid those who were displaced by the _________.

Then Tom _________ the Little Red Wagon Foundation to focus on helping homeless kids. There were 1.3 million homeless _________ who live in the United States. “These kids don’t have a _________. They don’t have a safe place to sleep at night,” said Tom. “They are out on the _________ not because they want to be, but because it’s out of their control.”

Tom has led many incredible _________ in his campaign for homeless children. In fact, Tom __________ across the USA, nearly 2,500 miles, from Tampa to Los Angeles to __________ money for homeless kids.

As Tom said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a __________ step. Most people don’t walk a thousand miles, or 2,500, but what it really means is that we all need to take that first step to get something __________ done.”

Tom also lived outside in a box with only a sleeping bag and cardboard for 7 straight days to raise __________ for homelessness. He received over 6,000 cans of __________ food that he delivered to local homeless shelters.

【1】

A．disabled

B．homeless

C．poor

D．old

【2】

A．stopped

B．left

C．disappeared

D．struck

【3】

A．pushed

B．drove

C．connected

D．selected

【4】

A．hurricane

B．flood

C．struggle

D．failure

【5】

A．quit

B．created

C．invited

D．required

【6】

A．students

B．animals

C．kids

D．adults

【7】

A．home

B．goal

C．hope

D．school

【8】

A．islands

B．roofs

C．stages

D．streets

【9】

A．activities

B．institutions

C．talks

D．battles

【10】

A．sailed

B．walked

C．marched

D．rushed

【11】

A．spend

B．provide

C．raise

D．receive

【12】

A．different

B．particular

C．fast

D．single

【13】

A．big

B．special

C．legal

D．magical

【14】

A．standards

B．awareness

C．data

D．questions

【15】

A．frozen

B．recycled

C．spared

D．donated

26、Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.

Seniority in Promotion Is Not a Wise Business Practice

It's not always an easy decision for companies when it comes to filling managerial spots. In the past promoting an employee has been popularly handled by means of basic analysis of the employees' past performance nod seniority, In some cases, the individual's performance has been considered more important while in others the amount of time they have been with the company has been the deciding factor. Nevertheless, seniority is a standard that has never been left out, However, in the contemporary business world, the importance of seniority in promotion is being destroyed as a growing number of companies look outside of their organizations when trying to fill top managerial spots.

Unlike experienced employees who have been with the company for a long time, new people are mare likely generate creative ideas. In rapidly changing markets, innovative and creative talents are sought by many companies in order to adapt to the market. To meet their needs, companies have more to gain by selecting outside employees since they are more willing to try new techniques and less afraid of breaking tradition when introducing new ideas. Thus, rather than promoting existing employees, it might be a wiser management decision to bring in outside talent.

An additional advantage to this new system is that it prevents employees from feeling that they only need to wait for their seniority to provide them with a promotion. Simply put no matter how long they have been with the company, employees have to contribute diligently to the organization if they want to move up the career ladder, As soon as people realize that the company could just as easily bring in a new person, employees will stop judging themselves against each other because they are no longer competing against their colleagues but everyone in the entire industry. As a result, they will begin to show more effort to bring the level of their work up to what they imagine is a much higher standard.

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