广东省韶关市始兴中学2025-2026学年高二上学期1月月考英语试题（PDF版，含解析）

高二上学期1月考英语试题 满分120分，考试时长120分钟 一、阅读理解(2.5分每小题，共20小题，50分) A Women scientists around the world have made significant contributions to STEM(science, technology,engineering,and maths).Here are four who pushed boundaries and changed the world. Wu Chien-shiung (1912-1997) Born in Taicang,Jiangsu province,Wu took part in the Manhattan Project which helped create the world's first nuclear weapon.Her famous Wu experiment overturned the theory of parity )in physics.This breakthrough led to a Nobel Prize that was awarded to her male colleagues, but Wu's critical role in the work was overlooked. Hedy Lamarr (19142000) Austria-born Lamarr starred in a lot of Hollywood films and made great success.She was also super smart and a self-taught inventor.During the second world war,Lamarr together with George Antheil,a composer,developed a radio guidance system.The principle of their work is part of the basis of Bluetooth and wireless technology. Katherine Johnson (19182020) African American NASA mathematician Johnson's calculations were critical in getting the first US astronauts to space and back safely.During her 33-year career at NASA,Katherine earned a reputation for mastering complex calculations and was referred to as a "human computer". Tu Youyou(1930-） Born in Ningbo,Zhejiang province,Tu shared the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with two other foreign scientists,for her work in discovering artemisinin,a drug used to treat malaria ()Her work has saved millions of lives all over the world.Tu is the first Chinese Nobel winner in physiology or medicine and the first female citizen of the PRC to win a Nobel Prize. 1.What is Wu Chien-shiung famous for in history A.Her Wu experiment B.Her winning of the Nobel Prize C.Her efforts in the Manhattan Project D.Her critical role in the work 2.Which of the following is TRUE about Hedy Lamarr A.She was a professionally trained inventor. B.She achieved success in more than one field. C.Her invention was only used during the wartime D.She worked with a scientist to develop a guidance system. 3.What is the main purpose of the text A.To explain some important scientific theories. B.To stress the importance of winning a Nobel Prize. C.To compare the backgrounds of four famous scientists. D.To honor women scientists for their great achievements. 1/8