湛江一中 2019-2020 学年度第一学期“期末考试”高一级英语科试卷考试时间: 120 分钟满分: 150 分命题教师:赖妍慧第一部分:英语语言知识运用(共两节,满分40 分)第一节:阅读理解(共15 小题;每小题2 分,满分 30 分)阅读下列短文,从每篇短文后所给各题的四个选项(A、B、 C 和 D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AAs a country with a long history, the UK has a total of more than 100 festivals, which reflect the British culture and customs.New Year's Day (On January 1) New Year's Day is probably the most celebrated public holiday , often observed with fireworksat the stroke of midnight ( 午夜钟声敲响 ) as the new year starts in each time zone. On the New Year's Eve, British people often visit their relatives and friends to make New Year's resolutions. Valentine's Day (On February 14)Valentine's Day is originating from Ancient Rome and become a more and more popular festival among young people in European and American countries. In the west, Valentine's Day is not only the best time to express love, but also to propose marriage to his lover.St. Patrick's Day (On March 17)People will usually think of the color of green on St. Patrick's Day, which is the color of spring and Ireland. People wear green, carry little green leaves and hold parties. They believe that these can bring themselves good luck. It's a tradition for families to go to church in the morning and celebrate the festival in the afternoon. Easter (Between March 22 and April 25)Easter, among Christians, is a celebration of Jesus Christreturning from the dead. Christians believe that it is the holiest day in the year. Customs that have become associated with Easter and are observed by Christians include egg hunting, the Easter Bunny , and Easter parades. Chr...