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1、高一年级期末考试英语试题 They never happened. And a gulf opened between us. I was “too emotional”(感情易激动的). But she lived “on the surface (表面)” As years passed and I had my own family. I loved my mother and thanked her for our happy family. I wrote to her in careful words and asked her to let me know in any way
2、she chose that she did forgive (原谅) me. I posted the letter and waited for her answer. None came.My hope turned to disappointment (失望), then little interest, finally, peaceit seemed that nothing happened. I couldnt be sure that the letter had even got to Mother. I only knew that I had written it, an
3、d I could stop trying to make her into someone she was not. Now the present of her desk told me, as shed never been able to, that she was pleased that writing was my chosen work. I cleaned the desk carefully and found some papers insidea photo of my father and a one-page letter, folded (折叠) and refo
4、lded many times. Give me an answer, my letter asks, in any way you choose, Mother, you always chose the act that speaks louder than words.1. The passage shows that_. A. Mother wrote her daughter in careful words B. Mother cared much about her daughter in words C. Mother was too serious about everyth
5、ing her daughter had done D. Mother was cold on the surface but kind in her heart to her daughter2. The word “gulf” in the passage means_. A. part of the sea going far in land B. free talks between mother and daughter C. different ideas between the mother and the daughter D. deep understanding betwe
6、en the old and the young3. What did Mother do with her daughters letter asking for forgiveness? A. She had never received the letter. B. She read the letter again and again till she died. C. For years, she often talked about the letter.D. She didnt forgive her daughter although seeing it.4. Whats th
7、e best title of the passage? A. My letter to Mother B. Mother and Children C. My Mothers Desk D. Talks between Mother and MeB We all know, especially for me who like travelling very much, travelling can be a way to gain life experiences, especially during Spring Break-a week long school vacation in
8、the United States. But what if youre a student and dont have enough money for a trip? Dont worry. Here are some useful suggestions.l Save: this probably is the most important preparation for travelling. Cut expenses to fatten your wallet so youll have more choices about where to go and how to get th
9、ere.l Plant ahead: Dont wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Tickets may cost more when bought on short notice. Giving yourself several months to get ready can mean security(安全) and saving.l Do your homework : No matter where you go, research the places you will visit. Decide what to see. T
10、ravel books will provide information on the cheapest hotels and restaurants.l Plan sensibly, Write down what you expect to spend for food and hotels. Stick to your plan or you may not have enough money to cover everything.l Travel in groups: Find someone who is interested in visiting the same places
11、. By traveling with others you can share costs and experiences.l Work as you go: Need more money to support your trip? Look for work in the places you visit.l Go off the beaten path: Tourist cities may be expensive. You may want to rethink your trip and go to a lesser-known area. Smaller towns can h
12、ave many interesting activities and sights.l Pack necessary things: The most important things to take are not always clothes: Remember to take medicine in case you get sick and snacks in case you cannot find a cheap restaurant.Use the Internet: The Net can help to save money. Some useful websites in
13、clude www.T.; WWW. Bargains- and www.E.By planning sensibly, even students can enjoy the travel. Your travel experiences will be remembered for a lifetime.5.This passage is about_.A. how to plan your travel B. how to travel with enough moneyC. how to make your travel interesting D. how to get life e
14、xperience6. Before your trip , the first thing you should do is _. A. to make a plan for the route B. to get information on the InternetC. to save money by spending less D. to buy tickets in advance7.During your trip,_.A. you need more shoes than clothes B. you shouldnt look for work all the wayC. y
15、ou can gain valuable life experience D. you should forget to do your homeworkCAmerica is a mobile society. Friendships between Americans can be close and real, yet disappear soon if situations change. Neither side feels hurt by this. If the same two people meet again by chance, even years later, they pick up the friendship. This can be quite difficult for us Chinese to understand, because friendships between us develop more slowly but then may become lifelong feelings, extending(延伸)sometimes deeply into both fam