高二上学期英语期初考试试卷一、阅读理解1. 阅读理解What makes a building ugly? Everyone’s got their own opinion, so it’s hard to say. Now, let’s take a look at some of the world’s worst buildings.The Torre VelascaThe Tone Velasca in Milan is in the centre of Milan . The tower, which went up in the 1950s, is about 100 metres tall. Its design is actually a modern representation of a traditional Lombard castle, where the lower parts were narrower was created by Dutch studio MVRDV and the Spanish architect Blanca Lleo. The building, which is a block of flats, opened in 2005. There is a large rectangular . It stands 216 metres high and looks a bit like a tall, thin space ship. Prague is famous for its architectural beauty,so when the tower was put up in 1985 by architect Vaclav Aulicky and engineer Jiri Kozak, many felt it didn’t fit in.The Longaberger Basket CompanyThe Longaberger Basket Company building is in Newark, Ohio . The office block was opened in 1997 and looks like a very large basket. It，s got seven floors and two handles at the top. The handles weigh about 150 tons. It may not be the ugliest building in the world but it’s certainly one of the most unusual.（1）According to the text, the Torre Velasca _________.A . is similar to a Lombard castleB . was created by Blanca LleoC . has a history of over 100 yearsD . is taller than the Prague TV Tower（2）Which of the following buildings might be the Mirador Building?A .B .C .D .（3）When the Prague TV tower was put up, many people___.A . liked it very muchB . thought little of itC . felt that it might fall down easilyD . thought that it was totally useless2. 阅读理解Emma and Ryan, a married couple, were driving to a friend’s house when Emma turned to Ryan and asked, “Would you like to stop for lunch?”Ryan replied. “No, I’m not hungry yet,” and continued driving. Meanwhile, Emma sat quietly fuming in the passenger seat. Ryan could not understand why Emma was unhappy. He had thought she was asking if he was hungry, but in reality, Emma was telling him that she was hungry and wanted to stop for lunch.Misunderstandings like this often occur between men and women, evenamong people from the same culture. Deborah Tannen, professor of linguistics at Georgetown University in the United States, has studied conversational rules.In Emma and Ryan’s situation, Emma was making a request in the form of a question. Her style of talking is common for women. She needed Ryan to agree they were both hungry. So, Emma asked Ryan what he wanted. She was really telling Ryan what she wanted; however, Ryan did not understand this. If he had been hungry, he would have said something more direct, such as, “I’m hungry. Let’s have lunch.”Tannen believes that most women grow up in a world where talk is used to express feelings. However, most men are raised differently and they tend to keep their feelings to themselves.Tannen says, for men, talk is often used as a situation used outside the home to gain respect, to entertain and get attention , or to exchange information. This is why men communicate by making each other laugh, or talking about sport and work. These men do not always feel it is necessary to talk to feel close or to express their feelings. Women, on the other hand, are encouraged to speak about their feelings since this is a way to build relationships.（1）What can be inferred from Emma and Ryan’s story?A . Emma didn’t like Ryan.B . Ryan didn’t want to talk to Emma.C . Ryan didn’t want to eat with Emma.D . Emma wasn’t pleased with Ryan’s answer.（2）According to Deborah Tannen, what causes the misunderstanding?A . Different culturesB . Different characteristicsC . Different ways of communicatingD . Different educational background（3）Compared with women, men_______.A . talk less about feelingsB . communicate more with othersC . are more likely to become angryD . are better at building relationships（4）What might be the best title for the text?A . Why women like to express feelingsB . How men and women communicateC . Different ways of supporting a childD . Misunderstandings in social communication3. 阅读理解Red meat, usually considered to be beef, pork, mutton and lamb products, have nutritional value, but eating red meat also raises some health concerns.Red meat is an excellent source of protein. It is also a key source of vitamin B12, which is only available in animal products and is key for both red blood cell and nerve health. Red meat is also a rich source of zine, selenium andiron. Zinc and selenium are good for our immune system . Iron helps transport oxygen in the blood, and low levels of iron can lead to feeling tired. Eating red meat, especially lean cuts, with meals and snacks, may help people curb hunger between meals and help people with weight management.Health risks of red meat may include the risk of heart disease and cancer. It is usually best to avoid processed meats. These tend to contain lots of salt and nitrites, which may damage our health. Choosing lean cuts and cookingmeat correctly may reduce health risks. It is generally advised not to undercook or overcook red meat and to avoid grilling.When it comes to red meat and health, another thing is whether the animals are grain or grass-fed. Grass-fed animals frequently have a better quality of life. Grass feeding can be more environmentally friendly as well.Many governments suggest the amount of red meat should be safely included in a healthy diet. The amount varies between nations, but several portions a week are usually acceptable. Those who choose to include eating red meat may wish to choose grass-fed animals and to cut off any fat before eating.（1）According to Paragraph 2, red meat _____.A . is quite expensiveB . a major source of various vitaminsC . can provide important nutrition for usD . contains protein that can’t be found in plants （2）What does the underlined word “curb”in paragraph2 proba bly mean?A . experienceB . developC . controlD . realize（3）What suggestion does the author give us on eating red meat?A . We should eat it anyway we like.B . We should cut it out from our diet.C . We should cook it as long as possible.D . We should pay attention to its quality and amount.（4）What may be the best title for the text?A . Red meat and healthB . Diseases related to red meatC . Unhealthy diet of meat loversD . Methods of cooking red meat4. 阅读理解Scientists in Argentina have created the world’s first cow with two human genes that will enable it to produce human-like milk.Genetic engineering was used to introduce the “mothers’ milk” genes into the animal before birth, according to the National Institute of Agribusiness Technology in Buenos Aires.As an adult, the cloned cow “will produce milk that is similar to that of humans”, which will prove “a development of great importance for the nutrition of infants”, said the institute. “The cloned cow, named Rosita ISA, is the first in the world with two human genes that contain the proteins present in human milk,” said the statement.In April, scientists in China published details of research showing that they had created dairy cows which produced milk containing proteins found in human breast milk. But the Argentine team said the Chinese only introduced one human gene, while their research involved two, meaning the milk will more closely resemble that of humans.“Our goal was to raise the nutrition value of cows’ milk by adding two human genes, wh ich do good to the immune system of infants,” said Adrian Mutto, from the National University of San Martin which worked with the institute.Cristina Kirchner, President of Argentina, said that the scientific institute made all Argentines proud. She also said that she had refused the “honor” of having the cow named after her. “They came to tell me that the name isCristina, but what woman would like to have a cow named after her? It appeared to me to be more proper to call it Rosita.”（1）What is the passage mainly about?A . The importance of genetic engineering.B . Ways to improve mothers’ milk.C . Advanced agricultural technology in Argentina.D . A cloned cow to produce human-like milk.（2）Which of the following can best replace “more closely resemble” in Para 4?A . have more varieties thanB . have more nutrition thanC . be more similar toD . be more different from（3）What can be inferred from Cristina Kirchner’s statements?A . She was quite satisfied with the research done by the institute.B . She considered it an honor to name the special cow.C . She felt it improper to be named after the cow.D . She refused to give a name to the cow out of self-respect.（4）What’s Adrian Mutto’s attitude to the genetic engineering?A . negativeB . supportiveC . indifferentD . mixed二、任务型阅读5. 任务型阅读New Reasons to ExerciseIt’s a cruel reality that exercising is not a reliable way to lose weight and keep it off. ________Here are the benefits of regular exercise.________A new study had found that just a short period of exercise can help improve the ability to remember things in the hours that follow. The report says, “Exercising four hours after learning a task can help people remember that task in the long term”It may keep off depression.________Researchers found that women who exercised regularly reported about 50% fewer depressive signs than women who didn’t exercise as much. And the more the women reported exercising, the less likely they were to have signs of depression.It can control appetite.Exercise may be the key to controlling your appetite . A study found that people who exercised for 15 minutes after doing mental work ate 100 fewer calories than people who did mental work and then remained seated. Exercise has the ability to increase available fuel sources in the body that may signal to the brain. “________I don’t need to fill myself with food,” says study author William H. Neumeirer.It increases energy.In a recent report, men who cycled for 20 minutes experienced a 166% increase in self-reported energy levels, compared with a 15% increase when they sat and did nothing for the same amount of time.________A.It improves memory.B.It has mind-body benefits.C.Here is the energy source I need.D.We do the work at the office each day.E.Working out regularly might prevent depression.F.But that doesn’t mean you should give up the effort.G.If you need a reason to work out, energy increase is a worthwhile one.三、完形填空6. 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。