广东省佛山一中2018届高三上学期期中考试10月英语试题含答案.docVIP

佛山一中2018届高三期中考试 第一节 （共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和 D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A Welcome to Washington, D.C. Every year, Washington, D.C. welcomes sixteen million people as visitors to her city. As the nation’s capital city, there are hundreds of attractions to visit. Here are some of the most famous ones. Washington Monument The Washington Monument rises 555 feet, following the design of architect Robert Mills, a famous American designer of the 1840s. Construction of the monument began in 1848, but was not completed until 1884, almost 30 years after Mr. Mills’death. This delay in construction was due to the American Civil War. Constitution Avenue and 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20560 (202) 426-6841 U.S. Capitol The cast-iron dome（圆顶屋）of the United States Capitol, constructed between 1855 and 1866, may well be the most famous man-made landmark in America. The United States Capitol is open to visitors from Monday to Saturday through much of the year, including Federal holidays. First Street NE Washington, DC (202) 224-3121 The White House The White House, is the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. The West Wing houses the President’s office. The East Wing, which contains additional office space, was added to the White House in 1942. 6th Street and Constitution Avenue NW Washington, DC 20565 (202) 737-4215 World War II Memorial The World War II Memorial was opened to the public on April 29, 2004 as a service to the World War II generation. The Memorial is a tribute to the World War II generation to those who served in uniform as well as those who worked in the nation factories and mines manufacturing necessary supplies. The Memorial takes its place between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument. 17th Street and Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20006 (202) 619-7225 1. When did Robert Mills probably die? A. In 1800 B. In 1848 C. In 1855 D. In 1884 2. On what day is the Unite