广东省高州中学2015-2016学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题

2015—2016学年度第二学期期末测试 高二英语试题 A Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Exhibition of Shakespeare’s World Welcome to the world-famous house where William Shakespeare was born in l564 and where he grew up. The property (房产) remained in the ownership of Shakespeare’s family until 1806.The House has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world for over 250 years. ◆Enter through t he Visitors’ Centre and see the highly-praised exhibition Shakespeare’s World, a lively and full introduction to the life and work of Shakespeare. ◆Stand in the rooms where Shakespeare grew up. ◆Discover example s of furniture and needlework from Shakespeare’s period. ◆Enjoy the traditional (传统的) English garden, planted with trees and flower mentioned in the poet’s works. ◆The Birthplace i s within easy walking distance of all the car parks shown on the map; nearest is Windsor Street(3 minutes’ Walk) ◆The Hous e may present difficulties but the Visitors’ Centre, its exhibition, and the garden are accessible to wheelchair users. ◆The Shakespeare Coffee House(opposite the Birthplace) 1. How much is the admission for a family of two grown-ups and two children A.￡9.80. B.￡12.00. C.￡14.20. D.￡16.40. 2. Where is the nearest parking place to Shakespeare’s Birthplace A. Behind the exh ibition hall. B. Opposite the Visitors’ Centre. C. At Windsor Street. D. Near the Coffee House. 3. A wheelchair user may need help to enter . A. the House B. the garden C. the Visitors’ Centre D. the exhibition hall B One morning more than thirty years ago, I entered the Track Kitchen, a restaurant where everyone from the humblest (卑微的) to the most powerful came for breakfast. I noticed an empty chair next to an elderly, unshaven man, who looked somewhat disheveled. He was wearing a worn-out hat and was alone. I asked if I might join him. He agreed quietly and I sat down to have my breakfast. We cautiousl y began a conversation and spoke about a wide range of things. We never introduced ourselves. I was concerned that he might have no money and not be able to afford something to eat. So as I rose to go back to the counter and buy a second cup of coffee, I asked, "May I get you something " "A coffee would be nice." Then I bought him a cup of coffee, We talked more, and he accepted another cup of coffee. Finally, I rose to leave, wished him well, and headed for the exit. At the door I met one of my friends. He asked, "How did you get to know Mr. Galbreath " "Who " "The man you were sitting with. He is chairman of the Board of Churchill Downs." I could hardly believe it. I was buying, offering a free breakfast, and feeling pity for one of the world's richest and most powerful men! My few minutes with Mr. Galbreath changed my life. Now I try to treat everyone with respect, no matter who I think they are, and to meet another human being with kindness and sincerity. 4. What does the underlined word "disheveled" mean A. Unfriendly. B. Untidy. C. Gentle. D. Kind. ... ...