黑龙江省宁安市高考英语一轮复习九月阅读理解选练五

黑龙江宁安市2017高考英语九月阅读理解选练（五）
阅读理解。

阅读下列短文, 从给的四个选项 (A、B、C和D) 中, 选出最佳选项。

【2014·山东省济南市高三巩固性训练】
More men are finding their calling as nurses.
A new study from the United States Census Bureau reports the number of male nurses has doubled since the 1970s.Back then，about 2.7 percent of registered nurses were men.The new study，which tracked data through 2011，finds that men now make up 9.6 percent of all employed nurses in the United States—about 330,000 men in total.Recent years of shortages have led to increased efforts，according to the report，which included recruiting men into the field.
Men，in fact，had been largely kept out of nursing in past decades because nursing schools often refused to admit men.The Supreme Court ruled that practice unconstitutional in 1981 after a case involving a state nursing school.
“The re latively high wages and expanding job opportunities make this field attractive，offering stability even during recessions (经济衰退)，” wrote the report’s author，Liana Christin Landivar of the US Census Burea u.“And because of high demand，nursing has low unemployment rates compared to other fields.”
Men were found to be more likely to become nurse anesthetists (麻醉师)，which is the highest paid nursing occupation，and were found least likely to become licensed practical or licensed vocational nurses，the lowest paid types of nursing.Nurse anesthetists are required to get graduate education，and are certified to give anesthetists and monitor patients recovering from anesthesia.Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses provide patients with care and may work under the supervision (监督) of a registered nurse.Registered nurses assess patients’ health problems and needs，develop and carry out nursing care plans，maintain medical records，and administer care.
For all types of nursing，men earned，on average，$60,700 per year，while women earned $51,100 per year.“Even among men and women in the same nursing occupations，men outearn women，” wrote Landivar.
1．Which of the following is true about nurses in the US in the 1970s?
A．The number of male nurses doubled.
B．About 2.7% of registered nurses were men.
C．There were about 330,000 male nurses.
D．About 9.6% of employed nurses were men.
2．The underlined word “recruiting” in Paragraph 2 probably means “________”．
A．helping people to get used to
B．ordering people to learn
C．asking people to join in
D．inspiring people to devote
3．Why are more men willing to become nurses in the US?
A．The economy is in bad condition.
B．More people are out of employment.
C．It is promising to go to nursing schools.
D．It’s easier to get employed and well paid.
4．According to the text，male nurses are more likely to________.
A．become licensed practical nurses
B．devote themselves to work
C．graduate from nursing schools
D．get the highest paid nursing occupation
5．What does the last paragraph mainly tell us?
A．Men are more likely to be better nurses.
B．As nurses，men earn more than women.
C．Male nurses work harder than female ones.
D．Male and female nurses do different jobs.
语篇解读本文为说明文，主要介绍了美国男护士的就业情况。

1．解析：细节理解题。

根据第二段的第二句“Back then，about 2.7 percent of registered nurses were men.”可知B项正确。

答案： B
2．解析：词义猜测题。

根据画线词前面的“Recent years of shortages have led to increased efforts”和该词后面的“men into the field”可推知C项正确。

答案： C
3．解析：细节理解题。

由第四段第一句中的“The relatively high wages and expanding job opportunities make this field attractive”可知答案为D。

答案： D
4．解析：细节理解题。

由第五段第一句中的“Men were found to be more likely to become nurse anesthetists (麻醉师)，which is the highest paid nursing occupation”可知答案为D。

答案： D
5．解析：段落大意题。

根据最后一段的信息“men earned，on average，$60,700 per year，while women earned $51,100 per year”和“men outearn women”可知B项正确。

答案：B。

【2016南昌市第一次模拟测试卷】
阅读理解。

阅读下面短文，选择最佳答案填空。

B
The old shopkeeper led me through to the back of the shop. The room was filled with boxes and dusty photographs of people holding packages in their hands.
Mr. Hopkins said, "We have a very wide choice of items for sale. Whenever I serve a new customer, I take his picture. " Mr. Hopkins pointed to an ancient camera on a table.
I began to appreciate the lovely items on sale. I spent a very pleasant hour being shown the commodities in the shop. Finally, I bought an antique jewelry box, a pair of riding boots and a sewing machine.
I was very excited that I had found such a good little shop. "I will tell all my friends about your lovely place. " I told the shopkeeper. "Please don't do that, sir. " said Mr. Hopkins. "This is a special place for special people. You must keep this shop a secret. " Then he took my photograph and handed me the picture straight away.
" That was quick ! " I exclaimed. In the picture I looked proud and excited holding the presents I had bought there.
On Christmas Day, my friends and relatives were delighted with the presents I had bought for them.
For weeks, my brother begged me to take him to the wonderful little shop. I finally agreed. We walked along Oxford Street, past the department store and found---nothing. In its place was an empty space being used as a car park. I checked the area again. There was the music shop, and there was the department store. In between should have been Hopkins and Son, but it wasn't there.
Just then, an old policeman came. "Are you looking for something, sir?" he asked. "I am looking for a little shop called Hopkins and Son. "
"Oh yes, there was a shop here 'once called Hopkins and Son. But it was knocked down over
30 years ago. "
I looked again at the place, then I reached into my pocket and took out the photograph that Mr. Hopkins had taken of me holding my presents in the little shop.
" How strange ! " I screamed.
1. What did the author think of Hopkins and Son?
A. Big and modem.
B. Old and outdated.
C. Little and dusty.
D. Lovely and wonderful.
2. We can infer from Paragraph 4 that Mr. Hopkins . .
A. was ashamed of his little shop
B. didn't like his shop to be advertised
C. was one of the author's special friends
D. handed the author his picture immediately
3. What does the underlined word "commodities" refer to?
A. The goods in the shop.
B. The author's gifts.
C. Photographs taken by Mr. Hopkins.
D. Packages held by other customers.
4. What can we learn about the shop?
A. It was closed by the police. .
B. It was well - known in that area.
C. It was knocked down a few weeks ago.
D. It was between a music shop and a department store.
参考答案1. D 2. B 3. A 4. D
社会生活类
Why should mankind explore space? Why should money, time and effort be spent exploring and researching something with so few apparent benefits? Why should resources be spent on space rather than on conditions and people on Earth? These are questions that, understandably, are very often asked.
Perhaps the best answer lies in our genetic makeup (基因构成) as human beings. What drove our ancestors to move from the trees into the plains, and on into all possible areas and environments? The wider the spread of a species, the better its chance of survival. Perhaps the best reason for exploring space is this genetic tendency to expand wherever possible.
Nearly every successful civilization has explored, because by doing so, any dangers in surrounding areas can be identified and prepared for. Without knowledge, we may be completely destroyed by the danger. With knowledge, we can lessen its effects.
Exploration also allows minerals and other potential (潜在的) resources to be found. Even if we have no immediate need of them, they will perhaps be useful later. Resources may be more than physical possessions. Knowledge or techniques have been acquired through exploration. The techniques may have medical applications which can improve the length or quality of our lives. We have already benefited from other spin-offs including improvements in earthquake prediction, in satellites for weather forecasting and in communications systems. Even non-stick pans and mirrored sunglasses are by-products (副产品) of technological developments in the space industry!
While many resources are spent on what seems a small return, the exploration of space allows creative, brave and intelligent members of our species to focus on what may serve to save us. While space may hold many wonders and explanations of how the universe was formed or how it works, it also holds dangers. The danger exists, but knowledge can help human beings to survive. Without the ability to reach out across space, the chance to save ourselves might not exist.
While Earth is the only planet known to support life, surely the adaptive ability of humans would allow us to live on other planets. It is true that the lifestyle would be different, but human life and cultures have adapted in the past and surely could in the future.
1. Why does the author mention the questions in Paragraph 1?
A. To express his doubts.
B. To compare different ideas.
C. To introduce points for discussion.
D. To describe the conditions on Earth.
2. What is the reason for exploring space based on Paragraph 2?
A. Humans are nature-born to do so.
B. Humans have the tendency to fight.
C. Humans may find new sources of food.
D. Humans don’t like to stay in the same place.
3. The underlined wor d “spin-offs” in Paragraph 4 probably refers to.
A. survival chances
B. potential resources
C. unexpected benefits
D. physical possessions
4. What makes it possible for humans to live on other planets?
A. Our genetic makeup.
B. Resources on the earth.
C. The adaptive ability of humans.
D. By-products in space exploration.
5. Which of the statements can best sum up the passage?
A. Space exploration has created many wonders.
B. Space exploration provides the best value for money.
C. Space exploration can benefit science and technology.
D. Space exploration may help us avoid potential problems on Earth.
【参考答案】68.1-5 CACCD
阅读理解(二)----B
Some people will do just about anything to save money.And I am one of them.Take my family's last vacation.It was my six－year－old son's winter break from school，and we were heading home from Fort Lauderdale after a weeklong trip.The flight was overbooked，and Delta，the airline，offered us $400 per person in credits to give up our seats and leave the next day.I had meetings in New York，so I had to get back.But that didn't mean my husband and my son couldn't stay.I took my nine－month－old and took off for home.
The next day，my husband and son were offered more credits to take an even later flight.Yes，I encouraged—okay，ordered—them to wait it out at the airport to “earn” more Delta Dollars.Our total take：$1,600.Not bad，huh?
Now some people may think I'm a bad mother and not such a great wife either.But as a big－time bargain hunter，I know the value of a dollar.And these days，a good deal is something few of us can afford to pass up.
I've made a living looking for the best deals and exposing(揭露) the worst tricks.I have been the consumer reporter of NBC's Today show for over a decade.I have written a couple of books including one titled Tricks of the Trade：A Consumer Survival Guide.And I really do what I believe in.
I tell you this because there is no shame in getting your money's worth.I'm also tightfisted when it comes to shoes，clothes for my children，and expensive restaurants.But I wouldn't hesitate to spend on a good haircut.It keeps its shape longer，and it's the first thing people notice.And I will also spend on a classic piece of furniture.Quality lasts.
5．Why did Delta give the author's family credits?
A．They took a later flight.
B．They had early bookings.
C．Their flight had been delayed.
D．Their flight had been cancelled.
解析细节理解题。

根据文章第一段中“...give up our seats and leave the next day.”可知答案。

答案 A
6．What can we learn about the author?
A．She rarely misses a good deal.
B．She seldom makes a compromise.
C．She is very strict with her children.
D．She is interested in cheap products.
解析推理判断题。

根据文章第三段中“But as a big­time bargain hunter, I know the value of a dollar. And these days, a good deal is something few of us can afford to pass up.”可知作者自称是一个一流的杀价者，并且说一笔好的交易是很少有人能够拒绝的，因此作者不会错过一笔好买卖的，答案为A 项。

答案 A
7．What does the author do?
A．She's a teacher.
B．She's a housewife.
C．She's a media person.
D．She's a businesswoman.
解析细节理解题。

根据文章第四段第二句“I have been the consumer reporter of NBC's Today show for over a decade.”可知作者是一位媒体工作者。

答案 C
8．What does the author want to tell us?
A．How to expose bad tricks.
B．How to reserve airline seats.
C．How to spend money wisely.
D．How to make a business deal.
解析写作意图题。

文章最后一段讲述了如何明智地花钱，即如何让钱花得更值得，故答案为C项。

答案 C。