惠州一中2022-2023学年高一年级上学期期末考试英语试卷第一部分阅读（共两节,满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分31.5分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
ABest cheap family vacation in the USYellowstone,WyomingNo other place on earth is like Yellowstone National Park.With challenging hikes into the backcuntry as well asdisabled-accessible(可到达的)wooden boardwalks,the wonders of Yellowstone re for everyone. Bring a tent and get here early to take advantage of the affordable campgrounds, seven of which are first-come, first-served and five require reservations，all with fire pits for barbecues.Hunter Mountain, New YorkHunter Mountain is an all-year-round destination. During the summer,there are paths to hike, trails to mountain bike along, nearby streams to play in and so much open space. During the winter, it's one of a lew locations on the east coast that offers really good skiing and snowboarding runs.Destin Harbor, FloridaSeek fun in the sun in Destin, Florida, known for its fishing spots,white sand beaches and being less expensive than other popular destinations in the stale. Family-friendly activities include boating, snorkeling, parasailing or just strolling along the Destin Harbor Boardwalk, Use the money you saved for a sunset ride on&glass-bottom boat or a high-speed racer.Sequoia Canyon National Park, CalforniaTo really impress your kids, head to Sequoia Canyon National Park where they can meet General Grant, the second largest tree in the world.The park also boasts 240 caves, parts of the Kings River, and the towering Moro Rock. Sequoia National Park also has some of the darkest skies in the country,making it one of the best places to observe the night sky.1. Which of the following destination is accessible to the disabledA.Destin Harbor.B. Hunter Mountain.C.Yellowstone National Park.D.Sequoia Canyon National Park2.What can one do at Hunter Mountain in New YorkA. Watch the night sky for the stars.B. Put up a tent on the campground.C.Take a ride on the glass-bottom boat.D.Have a snowboarding experience in winter.3.What is General GrantA.A big tree.B.A large stone.C. A campgroundD.A popular stream.BAs I stood in line waiting to cash ou at my favorite store, I studied the customer in front of me. She was in her early twenties, but looked as if life had beaten her down many times. Everything about her spelled hardship.The items in her cart included the cheapest cuts of meat,along with some inexpensive items. Carefully placed in a far corner sat a little doll, some animal stickers, and a 50%-off pretty dress.When it was her turn and the store employee finally calculated everything and told her the cost, her face paled. She opened her purse and began counting small bills and change. Obviously she didn't have enough. She removed much-needed goods while the cashier patiently put them away with a pleasant smile.The child's items remained in the cart, however. The man right behind me shouted loudly, and the young woman's cheeks reddened with embarrassment. I wanted to pay for her groceries, but I knew that would hut her.Instead, I turned around and said to the man in a low voice, "Be grateful you've never had to do that!" And then, as she tried to decide what other necessity she could return, I said, "Take your time. I'm in no hurry."The woman finally reduced her groceries, paid and moved down tobag them. When my turn came, I moved forward and placed several items with the pile of items the woman had taken out and whispered " Separate bags, same bill please.” The cashier nodded and quickly complied. Then she "accidentally" rolled several oranges hard enough so that they flew past the lady and onto the floor. As the woman kindly ran to pick up the runaway fruit, I quickly put the two extra bags into her cart, along with atwenty-dollar bill.That night, as I sat with my husband, my thoughts went to the Lady who I hoped was enjoying a hearty meal with her little girl,and I hoped silently that her life would take an easier turn soon.4.How did the woman in front impress the authorA.She was interested in spelling words.B.She had experienced hardship in life.C. She enjoyed buying things for her kids.D.She had just moved into the neighborhood.5. What did the cashier do to help the authorA.She attracted the lady's attention with some oranges.B.She packed some free fruit in a bag for the woman.C.She blamed the man who had shouted at the woman.D. She managed to get a job appointment for the woman.6.What does the underlined word “ complied” mean in paragraph 5A.RefusedB. ObeyedC.Advised.D.Paid.7.Which of the following best describes the authorA.Humorous.B.Strict.C. Honest.D.Considerate.CVideo games sometimes have a bad name because they keep people indoors playing them instead of talking and playing with others face to face. However, a new study says that they might be good for young people's brain development.Scientists from the University of Vermont used data from the ABCD project, which is a study of brain development and health of children in the US as they move into adulthood. The results ware taken from 2,217 children aged nine or ten. They were divided into two groups.The first group never play video games while the second group play them for three or more hours a day.The young people were set two tasks.The first one measured their reaction(反应) time by seeing how quickly they could press buttons that matched images on a screen. The second test tested their memory. They were show "pictures of people's faces and later were shown more and had to say if any of the faces were the same. During the tests,their brains were scanned with fMRI to measure brain activity.The people who played video-games were better at the two tasks,and the fMRI scans showed that they show more brain activity in memory and attention. However, researchers don't know if gaming improved their memory and reactions,or if they already had good memories and reactions and therefore enjoyed gaming.The scientists hope to carry on studying the same young people as they get older to track the effects of gaming.The team could also find out in future if particular types of video games affect people's brain activity differently.The lead scientist on the study, Bader, said that too much screen time isn't good for people's mental or physical health. Although playing video games may get the brain more active than just going through videos on YouTube，it's important to spend time outdoors in the fresh air,taking exercise and having fun with friends and family.8.What does the ABCD project doA. It deals with adult brain development.B. It studies the development of young brains.C.It explores the harm of video games on teens.D. H focuses on the importance of communication.9. How did the first group perform compared with the second oneA. They showed fewer problems in memory.B.They already had better memory ability.C. They showed better ability in attention.D. They showed more attention problems.10. What do the researchers hope to do with the same young peopleA.Track the effects of video games on them.B.Separate bad video games from good ones.C.Find ways to stop people from video games.D.Find a safe tine limit on playing the games.11. what can we infer from Bader's wordsA.The benefit of video games should be recognized.B. YouTube videos are less harmful than video games.C. There're many better things to do than video games.D.The young should be taught to stay off video games.DTanzanian government has set up a high-speed internet service on Mount Kilimanjaro,which was named a World Heritage site in 1987. The government says the service will promote safety for climbers and allow people to post selfies as they climb Africa's tallest mountain at 5,895 meters.The mountain, created by volcanoes and rising out of a large, open flat area, is part of Kilimanjaro National Park in the northeast of Tanzania. Around 50,000 people visit the park each year. Butclimbing such a tall mountain isn’t easy. Roughly one-third of the people who try to climb it are forced to give up. The new internet service should make it easier for climbers to reach the top. They can use the internet to check maps and find their way, or call for help if they need it.Currently, the new service reaches more than halfway up the mountain.The government says that by the end of the year, climbers will get internet even at the top of Mount Kilimanjaro.The government says safety is the main reason for setting up the internet service on the mountain. As Tanzania depends heavily on tourists, having people post pictures and videos on social media as they climb Mount Kilimanjaro could certainly make the spot even more popular with tourists.Some people in Tanzania are upset that the government is focusing on internet for tourists instead of the livelihood of people living in the country. One study in 2020 showed that only about 83% of the people living in Tanzania can get cell phone service where they live. It also bothered people who were worried that the project might affect the environment on the mountain. Scientists have already warned that the glaciers on top of Mount Kilimanjaro may melt in the next 10 years. So far, the cable car project doesn't seen to be making much progress.12. What can we know about Mount KilimanjaroA.It is formed by volcanoes.B. It's a hot place on social media.C. It tries to be a World Heritage site.D. It's tallest mountain in the world.13.What's the internet service meant to doA.To better protect the environment.B.To show the importance of the Net.C. To help its people connect better.D.To improve the safety of climbers.14. What has mad some people in Tanzania unhappy with the internet serviceA. Environmental concern.B.Livelihood of the citizens.C.The poor state of the country.D. International dissatisfaction.15.Which of the following can be the best title for the textA.Internet Service Benefits Natives and VisitorsB.Mount Kilimanjaro Becomes More AccessibleC. Opinions Differ With the Internet Access in KilimanjaroD.Safety Measures Free Visitors From Safety Concerns第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。
