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1、山西省太原市2016-2017学年高二英语5月月考试题第I卷 选择题 (共50分)第一部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分30分）第一节 （共10题；每小题2分，满分20分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。AOff the coast of Hong Kong, there are numerous beautiful places that have long stay hidden, just waiting to be discovered by travelers. Weve done the hunting for you.Tap Mun Located
2、 north of the Sai Kung island, Tap Mun is home to a remote fishing, community with a population of less than a hundred. Tap Mun is also widely known as Grass Island, and its easy to see why this 1.7sq km island is an expense of grassy hill populated by wandering cows, a perfect scene to set a milk a
3、dvertisement.Tap Mun is highly sought after as a spot for both camping and kite-flying, while also boasting several rocky beaches. For a relaxing afternoon, take a walk along the 2km footpath and slowly take in the panoramic(全景的) 360-degree view while enjoying the cool breeze.Tung Ping ChauFor a rug
4、ged(崎岖的) island getaway, set off for a trip to Tung Ping Chau an offshore island sitting in splendid isolation in Mirs Bay on the northeastern side of Hong Kong. As a part of the Hong Kong Geopark, Tung Ping Chau is among the eight sites specially chosen for conservation in light of its special geol
5、ogical significance. Its rich marine life also led to its designation(指定) as one of Hong Kongs four marine parks.Po Toi Located just three kilometers away from Hong Kong Islands southeastern tip, Po Toi is a quiet place that will make you feel completely isolated from modern life. While just a stone
6、s throw away from the busy life of Hong Kong, Po Toi seems to be miles away from the busy city life.Take a leisurely stroll (闲逛) along the main path on the island, as you approach a lighthouse located on the sides of the cliff. Along the way, do not miss the dramatic and unusual rock formations as y
7、ou are amazed by the glory of the famous Turtle Climbing up the Mountain, Monk Rock, and Palm Cliff.1. Which of the following is NOT true about Tap Mun? A. It is located close to southeastern HongKong. B. There are fewer than a hundred people living there. C. It is also famous as Grass Island. D. Yo
8、u can see many cows on its hills.2. If you are interested in geology, _ is the best choice. A. Tap Mun B. Tung Ping Chau C. Po Toi D. Sai Kung3. If you go to Po Toi, you will _. A. enjoy the busy life of Hong Kong B. see many milk advertisements C. find dramatic and unusual rock formations D. apprec
9、iate its special geological significanceBMany freshmen may get anxious at the thought of living at their new campus and making friends but 18-year-old Melanie Salazar already has someone older and wiser to show her the ropes: her 82-year-old grandfather. The story of Salazar and her grandpa, Rene Ne
10、ira, is spreading after she showed a photo of her grandpas first day of class this term at Palo Alto College (PAC).Im so proud of my grandpa for finishing his first day at PAC this term! He is 82 years old and not giving up,” said Salazar then. The old man is now in his second term at the community
11、college with just one class left before he gains his associates degree(副学士学位) in economics. Salazar, meanwhile, has just started her studies there. “Grandpa and I are very close,” Salazar said. “I like to say hes my best friend.” She said that its nice to have her grandpa on campus, whether theyre w
12、alking to class together or having lunch. Neira first went to college in the 1950s, but after getting married and starting a family he had to put his dream of getting a degree on hold to raise his family. He took classes throughout the years, but its only now that hes finally close to reaching his g
13、oal. With plans to graduate soon, Neira wont just stop with his associates degree. He hopes to attend the University of Texas at San Antonio to get his bachelors degree.Salazars sweet social media post is inspiring dozens across the Internet, young and old. “My grandpa is very hard-working,” she sai
14、d. “He will spend hours in the library studying in his own time because hes very devoted to his education. Its amazing that his story can inspire so many people in this way.”4. What does the underlined part “show her the ropes” in Para.1 probably mean? A. Show around the campus. B. Tell her the secr
15、et behind success. C. Teach her how to adapt to college.D. Show her how to become popular.5. What does Salazar think of going to college with her grandfather? A. She has to face lots of challenges. B. She is filled with pride and joy. C. She is drawing much attention.D. She is under a lot of stress.
16、6. What do we know about Neira? A. He wants to stay in his college longer. B. Hes never had college education before. C. He aims to get the highest college degree. D. He once gave up education to earn a living. 7. What can be inferred from Neiras story? A. Time and tide wait for no man. B. Its never too old t
