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　　山西省太原五中2013-2014学年高二下学期期中英语试题
　　第一部分：基础知识 （共2小节；满分10分）
　　第一节. 根据首字母或括号中的单词提示填入适当的、符合句意的单词。（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
　　1. The old man is unable to adjust himself to the fast p__________ of city life.
　　2. Young generations should i____________ all good traditions and virtues from our ancestors.
　　3. The organization d______________ food and tents to the victims in the flood-stricken areas.
　　4. The _____________ (emerge) of the new technology brought cloning to the attention of the public again.
　　5. The orphan stared at the young lady in ____________ (astonish) when she threw her arms around his neck.
　　第二节. 根据句后的汉语意思填入适当的短语以完成句子。（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
　　6. Wilt Chamberlain deserves the title “outstanding player of his generation” because his whole life _______ _______ _______ playing basketball.（专注）
　　7. The Dai people living in this village were very hospitable, which made me _______ _______ _______. (感觉像在家一样自在) 
　　8. Prolific writer as Jim is, he is _______ _______ excellent.（完全不）
　　9. The moment he heard gospel music, he knew it _______ _______ _______ _______ _______. (不是他的菜)
　　10. Window XP is still _________ _________ in their computers for they declined to abandon it. (在使用)
　　第二部分：阅读理解（共2小节，满分35分）
　　第一节：阅读下列短文，从每篇短文后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。（共15题；每小题2分，共30分）
　　A
　　If you still need to relax and want to head overseas, don’t miss out some great deals on accommodation or air fares at some of the world’s top off-peak（淡季）travel hot spots.
　　Here are four off-peak travel destinations to visit in 2013:
　　Portugal
　　With rich culture and history, Portugal continues to be one of the most affordable European destinations. Head to this beautiful capital city of Lisbon to attend the festivals and fairs, visit some 12th century buildings, and stay at one of the newer hotels in the main city district. The Hotel Teatro is a four-star restaurant, and average nightly rates are under $150 a night.
　　Hotel Teatro
　　Potro, Portugal
　　+351 220 409 620
　　Aruba
　　Set your sights on Aruba for an unforgettable Caribbean holiday. You can get special offers from one of the larger beach resorts(旅游胜地) here. Some of the chain hotels, including Marriott and Radisson, offer discounts on spa relaxations(矿泉浴场).  The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino, & Spa is offering a Super Saver Spring Rate at just $309 per night.
　　Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino, & Spa
　　Palm Beach, Aruba
　　800-967-9033
　　Oaxaca
　　Escape to southern Mexico to explore the historic colonial city and learn about the region’s traditions, culture, and colorful history. Oaxaca holds several cultural festivals and is a great place to relax. You will be receiving a 50% discount with just $170 per night for a deluxe(豪华的) single or double room if you stay in the Camino Real Oaxaca for more than 7 nights (7 included).
　　Camino Real Oaxaca
　　Centro, 6800
　　01 951 501 6100
　　Turkey
　　Another place to have some local culture and participate in some late spring festivals is Istanbul, Turkey. Stay at a destination that will put you within easy reach of famous sites like the Topkapo Palace. The Modern Sultan Hotel is a deluxe hotel located in the heart of the historic district. Average nightly rates for the bed and breakfast package are just under $120 per night.
　　Modern Sultan Hotel
　　Istanbul, Turkey
　　+90 212 520 00 53
　　11. In the passage Portugal is described as a destination _________.
　　A. for visitors interested in ancient buildings
　　B. especially appealing to wealthy Europeans
　　C. owning rich culture but lacking colorful festivals 
　　D. having the Hotel Teatro in the suburbs of Lisbon
　　12. If you want to know more information about spas, you can call ______.
　　A. +351 220 409 620     B.800-967-9033   
　　C.  01 951 501 6100    D.+90 212 520 00 53
　　13. How much should you pay if you have a 7-night stay in a deluxe single room at Camino Real Oaxaca?
　　A. $595    B. $850   C.$1190       D. $1700
　　14. According to the passage, nightly rates including breakfast is offered by _____.
　　A. Hotel Teatro                 B.  Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino, & Spa    
　　C. Camino Real Oaxaca          D.  Modern Sultan Hotel 
　　15. What is the best title for the passage?
　　A. Some off-peak places for relaxation      
　　B. A way to travel on a budget
　　C. The world’s most visited destinations 
　　D. Comparison between the four tourist destinations
　　B.
　　It was an autumn morning shortly after my husband and I moved into our first house. Our children were upstairs unpacking, and I was loot of the window at my father moving around mysteriously on the front lawn(草坪). My parents lived nearby, and Dad had visited us several times already. “What are you doing out there?” I called to him.
　　He loop, smiling. “I’m ma a surprise.” Knowing my father, I thought it could be just about anything. When we were kids, he always created something surprising for us. Today, however, Dad would say no more, and caught up in the busyness of our new life, I eventually forgot about his surprise.
　　Until one gloomy day the following March when I glanced out of the window. I saw a dot of blue across the yard. I headed outside for a closer look. They were crocuses (番红花), throughout the front lawn. Blue, yellow and my favorite pink ---- little faces in the cold wind. Dad! I remembered the things he had secretly planted last autumn. He knew how the darkness and dullness of winter always got me down. What could have