高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题(114)

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高考英语阅读理解训练系列[80篇](含解析)

高考英语阅读理解训练系列[80篇](含解析)

阅读理解训练题(一)AEver since news of widespread food recalls caused by a carcinogenic dye broke,there has been confusion(混淆)over possible links to the country of the same name,but Sudan officials say there is no connection whatever。

Sudan 1 is a red industrial dye that has been found in some chilli powder,but was banned in food products across the European Union (EU)in July 2003。

Since the ban was put in place, EU officials have been striving to remove some food products from the shelves。

So far 580 products have been recalled.Last week Sudan's Embassy in the United Kingdom asked the Food Standards Agency (FSA)for clarification of the origin of the dye’s name。

Omaima Mahmoud Al Sharief, a press official at Sudan's Embassy in China, explained the purpose of the inquiry was to clear up any misunderstanding over links between the country and the poisonous dye。

高考英语阅读理解中的一词多义-学案(熟词新义)

高考英语阅读理解中的一词多义-学案(熟词新义)

高考英语阅读理解中的一词多义(熟词新义)一词多义(熟词新义)是语言的普遍现象。

在英语中,除了术语以外,单义词是很少的;多数的词都是多义词,而且在名词、动词、形容词、副词中,往往词的运用频率越高,词义就越多,它的生命力就越强。

一词多义(熟词新义)给我们学习英语带来许多困难,尤其是在阅读理解中,对精确理解句义形成了很大的障碍。

所以,在平常学习英语的过程中,关注这一现象,并尽可能多地驾驭理解词汇的诸多意义,显得特别重要。

其实,闻名的语言学家Chomsky早就说过:Every word is a new word. 他的意思就是说,我们只能在详细的语言环境中(通过上下文)才能精确理解一个词的含义。

请阅读以下例句,看看句中打横线的词在这里怎样精确理解(这些词义均属于高考范围)。

1 The learned professor is writing a report on bird flu.2 He really let me down, because he was late for a third time that week.3 A new act was passed by the government, which took effect a week later.4 They presented a sum of money to the college in memory of their son.5 If you like, I will keep you company today.6 “The interest shall be divided into five shares according to the agreement,” he said.7 Immediately after his wound was dressed, he went to work.8 Sorry, I never drink spirits. 9. Today is my treat.10. It is certain that a new drug will be found to treat AIDS in the future.11 She covered the opening ceremony of Shenzhen Hi-Tech Fair for CCTV.12 He worked out exactly what his income will have to be during the first six months to cover his costs.13 I had studied in Beijing Normal University before I taught at this school.14 The car must go. We can’t afford it any more.15 During the National Day golden week I went on a package tour.16 Hi, Tony! Where are you heading now?17 He was just a nobody before he met her.18 Kohl happened to notice her while she was struggling in the water.19 The film was shot in black and white.20 Do you carry a spare wheel in your car?21 My father used to make a living by running a small business.22 She delivered a short speech at the meeting.23 Have you booked the air ticket for Beijing?24 Those children were born into well-off families.25 Don’t address me as Mr. Fox.26 The director wants to star Jim in his new film.27 She doesn’t seem to be equal to meeting our demands.28 The articles found in the car helped the police identify the body.29 She is very gifted. She is really quick at learning languages.30 He was sentenced to three years in prison.31 In this sentence, the word BIG is in capitals.32 Don’t wake up the baby. He is sound asleep.33. She died at an advanced age.34. Please give me a ring first next time you come to Beijing.35 The Chinese team bagged more than 100 medals at this Asian games.36 We arrived at the city by coach.37 Bus No. 111 is air conditioned.38 He was very rude to the Customs officer.39 Develop the film quickly, please.40 Miss Wang handed out the graded papers. 41. A cheer rose from the stands.42. Don’t invent any excuse. I know why you are so sleepy.43.I prefer to iron my shirts while they are damp.44. I am several years junior to Peter.45. There were still a little time to go, so I killed time by watching kids swinging.46. Some teachers will act as judges at our school sports meet.47 Of all the hotels where I once stayed none can match this one.48 The monitor of my computer is made in Korea.49 In seeking for this job a good command of English is a must.50 Five people were killed in that mine accident.51 It was not long ago that the new republic was founded.52 I want to talk about the project with you this week. Which day are you available?53 Police say the man is armed and dangerous.54 Remember to be patient with those kids.55 I saw a figure coming towards me in the darkness.56 She had been in the same post for 20 years.57 The press conference was held after the results were known.58 I produced my railway ticket for inspection.59 Provided we get good weather it will be a successful holiday.60 The chance of his coming to the party is very remote.62 She tripped over the cat and fell.63 It was said that a tiger was spotted on the hill.64 How does Shenzhen strike you?65 This small town is well known for a natural hot spring.66 The piece of paper is too thick to tear easily.67 We must aim for world peace in the long term.68 The murder case is under investigation.69 Please look at the following family tree.70 This is an unforgettable moment I will forever treasure.71 The Great Wall of China winds its way from west to east.72 He put that day’s earnings into his safe.73 I was the only one who was invited to that ball.74 They intended to bring the men up in a special capsule.75 He lies to me that the railway station lies in the downtown city.76 How much do you charge me for one night?77 The water from that well is unfit to drink.78 I could see a lighted candle in the room.80 I suggest you should go in for more physical exercise.81 They are equal; you may take either share.82 The girl is skilful in typing.83 He became cross at my words.84 His first song was a hit.85 My car got stuck in the mud; it couldn’t move a bit.86 Please follow the directions on the bottle when you take the drug.87 I was late because we got a flat tire halfway.88 It is not far from here, just a few blocks away.89 Let’s hav e a break before getting down to that matter.90 This is really a touching film.91 The children were parted from their father.92 I’m going to attend a live concert directed by Andy Liu.93 The film company gave those tickets away to us for free.94 Please tell them to be here at seven o’clock sharp.95 The line is engaged; I cannot get through.96 Do you think this rice will last us a whole week?97 He has to work hard to raise a family of six.98 It is a common practice to make an appointment with a doctor before seeing him.99 I took the 8.00 am express to Shenzhen.100 Her son attended Harvard in 1993 and got a doctor’s degree four years later. 101 I work out every day to keep fit.102 South of the city lies a chemical works.103 I used to live in a building of three stories.104 Many years later he remained an associate professor.105 The government hopes to better the conditions of the workers.106 She has a seat on the board of a large company.107 We don’t often go t o the pictures.108 People in ancient times shot animals for food with bows.109 Have you ever boxed at school?110 The Han River is a branch of the Changjiang River111 He drank four cans of beer.112 As an actress Jane is not in the same class as Susan.113 He has a good command of the French language.114 Do you know the composition of the milk?115 He is content to stay in his present job.116 Our dinner is usually a five-course one.117 Have you booked a tennis court?118 There are telephone extensions in every office.119 My daughter was born in the fall of 1991.120 It is so hot. Please turn the fan on.121 He was fired for stealing money from the till.122 Peter was fined $200 for dangerous driving.123 Our firm has made 200 people laid off.124 Why is there a fly in the tomato-egg soup?125 What make of computer is it?126 Dolly, the first cloned sheep in the world, was given a shot to end her life.127 In 2003, I landed my first job in Shenzhen as a translator.128 I will buy a set of china. 129 They belong to black races.130 He finished the race in 12.60 seconds.131 These apples are still green; you can’t pick them.132 Word comes that there will be a film tonight.133 Some twenty people were killed in the accident.134 Jean has a pronounced French accent.135 Don’t tell her about it. She is a yellow dog.136 Don’t look so blue—smile!137 The future looks black. 138 He tapped me on the shoulder.139 The swimmer was swept away by the current.140 He is the person who always has novel ideas.。

高考英语阅读理解+完形填空高频词(形容词篇)

高考英语阅读理解+完形填空高频词(形容词篇)

高考英语高频词(形容词篇)(12年高考英语教学经验,阅读理解及完型填空高频词整理如下,助你高考金榜题名!)注:以下表示“情感”类的词,一般都有两个形容词形式,一个是-ed,一个是-ing,二者的区别是:-ed结尾的情感类形容词表示:“感到……的”,而-ing结尾的情感类形容词表示“令人……的”,以下只列出其中一种,另一种请自行补充!1、disappointed 感到失望的2、delighted 感到喜悦的3、joyful 愉快的4、embarrassed 感到尴尬的5、worried 感到担心的6、curious 好奇的7、anxious 焦急的8、cautious 小心谨慎的9、courageous 有勇气的,勇敢的10、discouraged 感到泄气的11、generous 慷慨大方的12、general 整体的;一般的13、merciful 怜悯的14、regretful 遗憾的15、doubtful 怀疑的16、depressed 感到压抑的17、concerned 担心的;关心的18、comfortable 舒服的19、disabled 残疾的20、painful 痛苦的21、nervous 紧张的22、serious 严重的23、severe 严肃的,严厉的24、bored 感到无聊的25、tired 累的26、exhausted/worn-out 筋疲力尽的27、confused/puzzled 困惑的28、amused 娱乐的29、humorous 幽默的30、previous 过去的,之前的31、precious 珍贵的32、amazed/astonished/surprised 感到惊讶的33、scared/terrified/horrified 感到害怕的34、shocked 感到震惊的35、positive 积极的,阳性的36、negative 消极的,阴性的37、optimistic 乐观的38、pessimistic 悲观的39、indifferent 漠不关心的40、similar 相似的41、familiar 熟悉的42、automatic 自动的43、clam 沉着的44、silent 沉默的45、sorrowful 悲伤的46、touched 触动的47、eager 急切的48、desperate 绝望的;极度渴望的49、promising 有前途的50、worthy/worthwhile/worth 值得的51、sympathetic 同情的52、enthusiastic 热情的53、capable 有能力的54、effortless 不费力的55、honorable 令人尊敬的56、favorable 喜爱的57、memorable 值得纪念的58、adorable 可爱的,讨人喜欢的59、favorite 最喜爱的60、wide 宽的61、narrow 窄的62、broad 宽阔的63、hurried 匆忙的64、firm 牢固的;坚实的65、tough 艰难的,难熬的66、rough 粗糙的;67、smooth 光滑的68、accurate 准确的69、precise 精确的70、annoying 恼人的71、bothered 打扰的72、certain 确定的;某73、sure 确定的,确信的74、misleading 误导的75、natural 自然的;天然的76、normal 正常的77、average 平均的78、common 共同的79、plain 平常的;普通的80、simple 简单的81、rare罕见的82、gentle 温柔的;绅士的83、hesitant 犹豫的84、reasonable 合情合理的85、hopeful 希望的86、responsible 负责任地87、faithful 忠诚的88、sincere 真诚的89、traditional 传统的90、modern 现代的91、unique 独一无二的92、attractive 有吸引力的93、impressive 印象深刻的94、popular 流行的95、improper/inappropriate/unsuitable 不合适的,不恰当的96、dear 亲爱的;贵的97、modest 谦虚的98、arrogant 自大的99、proud骄傲的100、meaningful有意义的101、meaningless无意义的102、practical务实的,实际泊103、theoretical 理论上的104、ashamed 感到羞愧的105、helpful 乐于助人的106、helpless 无助的107、selfish 自私的108、selfless无私的109、determined 下定决心的110、obvious/apparent/evident 显然的111、unusual 不同寻常的112、innocent 无辜的113、guilty 有罪的114、energetic 精力充沛的115、deserted 被抛弃的116、tiresome 疲惫的117、troublesome麻烦的118、handsome帅气的119、awesome 酷的120、awful 可怕的121、satisfied 感到满意的122、grateful/thankful 感激的123、uneasy 不安的124、unexpected 意料之外的125、likely 可能的126、reluctant/unwilling 不情愿的127、ideal 理想的128、considerate 考虑周全的129、considerable 可观的,相当多的,相当大的130、imaginary 想象出来的131、imaginable 可以想象得到的132、imaginative 想象力丰富的133、creative 有创造力的134、indirect 间接的135、informal 非正式的136、speechless 哑口无言的137、reliable 可靠的138、pale 苍白的139、unhealthy 不健康的140、steady 稳定的141、flexible 弹性的142、decisive 决定性的143、occasional/accidental 偶然的144、crazy 疯狂的145、wild 狂野的146、mad 疯的147、harmless 无害的148、fearless无惧的149、still 静止的150、convenient 便利的151、suspicious 怀疑的152、physical 物理的,身体的153、mental 精神上的154、spiritual 精神的155、virtual 几乎,差不多156、typical 典型的157、critical 批判性的158、personal 个人的159、private 私人的160、public 公共的161、major 主要的162、fluent 流畅的163、frequent 频繁的164、frustrated 沮丧的165、efficient有效率的166、effective 有效的167、annual 每年的168、daily 每日的169、urgent 紧急的170、impatient 不耐烦的171、equal 平等的172、active 积极主动的173、magical 有魔力的174、instant 立即的,即时的175、regular 定期的,规则的176、stressful 有压力的177、absent 缺席的178、present 在场的;如今的179、fierce 凶猛的,激烈的180、straight 直接的181、sensitive 敏感的182、basic 基本的183、wealthy 富裕的184、relative 相对的185、related 相关的;有联系的186、dependent 可依靠的187、voluntary 自愿的;志愿的188、fond 喜爱189、pleased 感到愉快的190、artificial 人工的,人造的191、probable/possible 可能的192、outstanding 非凡的193、visible 可以看得见的194、available 有效的,有用的,有空的。

高中英语阅读理解基础练习题doc

高中英语阅读理解基础练习题doc

一、高中英语阅读理解1.阅读理解FaceApp has taken the world by storm, giving users the chance to see themselves age through its algorithm. 12.7 million people—some three million more than the population of New York City—reportedly downloaded it in one seven-day period last month.Although the Russian app has become known for its privacy issues, the more interesting lesson of our FaceApp fling (尽情玩乐)is what it tells us about our society—and our future lives. It turns out we are more interested in aging than we realized. I'm surprised by this. Most younger people are in denial (否认)about old age, doing almost nothing to prepare for it. We rarely have a chance to plan for the future, with increasing time and financial pressures. Those pressures bring sacrifices that we may not always want to make: we can no longer afford to spend the time or the money needed to look after our elderly parents.As a family doctor, I can see the loneliness epidemic developing. Elderly patients come to see me with no particular illness, no clear medical issue. After a few minutes of the consultation, I understand why: they're not sick, and often they don't feel sick. They just need someone—anyone-to talk to.Although loneliness has no medical classification, the health effects are real: the result of loneliness and isolation can be as harmful to our health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and is more damaging than obesity. But loneliness does not come with nearly enough health warnings. So what next? Since 1980, we are living on average 10 years longer. At the same time, people are having fewer and fewer children, and they are having them much later in life. The snake of a world class health service is eating its own tail; its care is prolonging (延长) people's lives, but as the ratio of pensioners(退休人员)to working -age people increases, there are fewer taxpayers to fund that very health service.Into this void have stepped NGOs, charities and volunteers. But in the long term, the only way to truly help the oldest meters of our society is to go back to the traditional values of intergenerational(两代间的) cooperation—often under same roof. Ultimately, we will need to evolve towards a culture where elderly care is treated the same as childcare, where employers recognize the duty of someone with an elderly parent the same way they recognize those of someone with a newborn child.(1)The example of FaceApp is used to _____.A. prove the popularity of itB. explain the function of itC. show the progress of technologyD. introduce the topic of aging and loneliness(2)What makes elderly people without illness go to see their family doctors?A. Desire to have the consultation.B. Strong feeling of loneliness.C. Unclear medical issues.D. Questions to ask doctors.(3)How can the oldest members be truly helped?A. By being treated as children.B. By going back to the traditional society.C. By providing family care.D. By living with other elderly people under the same roof.(4)What can we learn from the passage?A. The loneliness of elderly people needs more attention.B. FaceApp's popularity proves it has no security problems.C. Health service lacks fund because of prolonged peopled lives.D. FaceApp is helpful in dealing with elderly peopled loneliness.【答案】(1)D(2)B(3)C(4)A【解析】【分析】本文是一篇议论文,作者由FaceApp话题谈到当今的社会现象——老人感到孤独,他们需要关注。

高考英语阅读理解基础精品题练习

高考英语阅读理解基础精品题练习

定额市鞍钢阳光实验学校2014高考英语阅读理解基础精品题练习(1)及答案阅读理解When we walk through the city, we all experience a kind of information overload but we pay attention only to those that are important to us. We don't stop, we keep our faces expressionless and eyes straight ahead, and in doing so, we are not just protecting ourselves but are avoiding overloading other people as well.We make use of stereotypes as convenient ways to make quick judgments about situations and people around us. They may not always be accurate,and they can often be dangerously wrong, but they are used regularly.The problem with the stereotypes is that they restrict experience. By using limited clues to provide us with a rapid opinion of other people or places we may choose to limit our communication. We may decide not to go to certain places because we believe they will not offer something we enjoy.In the city, styles of dress are particularly important with regard to self-presentation. Different groups often use clearly identifiable styles of clothes so that they can be easily recognized. It is becoming increasingly common for brand names to be placed on the outside of clothes, and this labeling makes it easy to send out information about fashion and price instantly, and lets others tell at a distance whether an individual has similar tastes and is a suitable person to associate with. In England, where social grouping or class continues to make social distinctions, clothes, hairstyles, people's pronunciation and the manner of speaking are all clues to our social group. Class distinctions tend to be relatively fixed, although in the city where greater variety is permitted, they are more likely to be secondary determining factors of friendship and association.53. People walking in cities ignore the surroundings because _________. A.there is too much information to take inB.everyone else is expressionlessC.they do not wish to talk to other peopleD.the environment is already familiar to them54. According to the passage, the main disadvantage of using stereotypes is that they ________.A.can rarely be relied onB.make us mentally lazyC.may make us miss some pleasant experienceD.are likely to lead us into dangerous situations55. From the passage we may conclude that ________.A.stereotypes can help to understand people fullyB.dressing can send messages about individualsC.people are becoming more interested in fashionD.stereotypes can do more harm than good to people56. It would appear that in England, a person's class ________.A.is something that can be changed easily.B.plays less of a role than it did in the pastC.is mainly determined by his pronunciationD.might be less important in making friends in a city参考答案 ACBD阅读理解(每小题2分,满分40分)AFor a long time, a boy wondered why his next-desk-pal was always the first in the class, whereas he could only rank the 21st.At home, he asked his mom:“Am I more stupid than other kids? How can I always fall behind? I just can’t come up with an answer.”Mom was aware that her son’s self-respect had been damaged by the ranking system, but she didn’t know what to say to help.She tended to say that intelligence differs and that yes, her son’s friend really was the smarter boy. But that would so upset her son. Thank goodness she resisted the temptation to say it.Her son and his friend went on to high school that year, but despite trying as hard as he could, her son’s friend still outdid him. But she was proud of her boy for his hard work, sincerely proud. It was around this time that she decided to take him on a trip to the seaside. On the trip, she at last found an answer for him.Today her son no longer cares about rankings. He doesn’t have to, for he himself is now the top of the class at the top national university he attends. After university his teachers and peers fully expect him to have a promising career.Invited to speak to his old high school, he mentioned a valuable childhood experience. It concerned that holiday his mother had prepared for them:“Once, on a trip to the sea, my mother and I were lying on the beach. She pointed to the sea and said to me: Do you see the seabirds fighting for food out there? When a wave comes near, the little birds rise quickly. The clumsy seagulls are far slower and have to struggle to get away from the wave. But these clumsy birds prove to have the biggest, strongest wings, which allow the bird to travel the furthest. When the season changes, they leave for foreign shores, leaving the little birds behind. Son, I have a feeling that you are one of those seagulls. ”56. The story mainly conveys the message that .A. competition between students is good for societyB. only rankings show intelligence of a childC. parents should build up children’s self-respectD. children take competition among them to heart57. From the 2nd paragraph, we can see that the mother .A. saw the negative effects of the ranking systemB. decided to help with her son’s homeworkC. knew her son was weak in his studyD. felt sorry for her son’s bad behavior.58. We can infer from the passage that .A. the son knew intelligence didn’t mean anythingB. the mother was not strong enough to face the truthC. the mother was careful to protect her son’s self-respectD. the son would forget his rankings soon after leaving high school59.Which of the following has the similar meaning with the underlined word“outdid”?A. was equal toB. did better thanC. laughed atD. worked harder than阅读理解The internet will open up new vistas (前景), create the global village—you can make new friends all around the world.That, at least, is what it promised us.The difficulty is that it did not take the human mind into account.The reality is that we cannot keep relationship more than a limited number of people. No matter how hard the internet tries to put you in communication, its best efforts will be defeated by your mind.The problem is twofold.First, there is a limit on the number of people we can hold in mind and have a meaningful relationship with.That number is about 150 and is set by the size of our brain. Second, the quality of your relationships depends on the amount of time you invest in them.We invest a lot in a small number of people and then distribute what’s left among as many others as we can.The problem is that if we invest little time in a person, our engagement with that person will decline until eventually it dies into “someone I once knew”.This is not, of course, to say that the internet doesn’t serve a socially valuable function.Of course it does.But the question is not that it allows you to increase the size of your social circle to include the rest of the world, but that you can keep your relationships with your existing friends going even though you have more to the other side of the world.In one sense, that’s a good thing.But it also has a disadvantage.If you continue to invest in your old friends even though you can no longer see them, then certainly you aren’t using your time to make new friends where you now live.And I suspect th at probably isn’t the best use of your time.Meaningful relationships are about being able to communicate with each other, face to face. The internet will slow down the rate with which relationships end, but it won’t stop that happening eventually.57.What is stressed in the first paragraph?A.The present situation of the internet.B.The socially valuable function of the internet.C .The difficulty in communication on the internet .D .The role of the human mind in the internet communication .58.The underli ned word “engagement” in the second paragraph probably means “____”. A .connectionB .appointmentC .interviewD .agreement59.According to the passenger, the author holds the view that_________. A. the internet greatly increases the size of social circles B. the internet determines the quality of social relationshipsC. the internet fails to play so valuable a role in communication as it promisedD. the internet communication is no less effective than theface-to-face talk in many cases60.What is the author’s attitude towards the use of the internet to strengthen relationships? A .He doubts it .B .He is hopeful of it .C .He approves of it .D .He is uncertain about it .参考答案 DACA 阅读理解------AValentine's Day is named for Saint Valentine, an early Christianchurchman who reportedly helped young lovers .Valentine was killed for his Christian beliefs on February 14 more than 1,700 years ago, but the day that has his name is even earlier than that .More than 2,000 years ago, the ancient Romans celebrated a holidayfor lovers .As part of the celebration, girls wrote their names on piecesof paper and put them in a large container .Boys reached into the containerand pulled one out .The girl whose name was written on the paper becamehis lover or sweet heart for a year . Lovers still put their names on pieces of paper and they send each other Valentine' s Day cards that tell of their love .Sometimes they alsosend gifts, like flowers or chocolate candy .Americans usually send thesegifts and cards through the mail system .But some used another way to send this message .They have it printed in a newspaper .The cost is usually a few dollars .Some of the messages are simple and short, "Jane, I loveyou very much ." Others say more .This one, for example, "Don, roses arered .Violets are blue .I hope you love me as much as I love you .Forever, Mary ."Most of the newspapers that print such messages are local, but USAToday is sold throughout the United States and 90 other countries as well .This means someone can send a Valentine message to a lover in a far-away city or town almost anywhere in the world .These messages cost 80 dollars and more .An employee of USA Today says readers can have asmall heart or rose printed along with their messages this year .Willthis kind of Valentine' s Day message reach the one you love?Well, just make sure he or she reads the newspaper.41.Which is true about Valentine's Day according to the text?A.Gifts are a must for the holiday.B.Girls send cards with their names.C.Lovers usually buy roses for each other.D.Love messages may appear in newspapers.42.Which of the events took place earliest according to the text?A.People began to celebrate the holiday.B.The holiday was named Valentine.C.Valentine' s Day cards appeared.D.Saint Valentine was killed.43.What is the main purpose of the author in writing this text?A.To introduce Valentine's Day.B.To attract readers to USA Today.C.To tell a story about Saint Valentine.D.To explain the development of Valentine' s Day.As we get older, most of us worry about grey hair, wrinkles and maintaining a youthful body. But people often don’t realize the voice needs looking after. Here, Mr. Rubin, a voice expert, reveals how to keep your voice youthful.Drink more fluid and avoid spicy foodYou need water for the vocal cords(声带) to vibrate(振动) well. The body must be kept hydrated enough to make the vocal cords operate well. Drinking 1.5 liters of water a day at intervals of 15 minutes is very important. Mr. Rubin advises avoiding foods with an annoying effect on the stomach, such as onions, chili, fizzy drinks and chocolate.Rest the throat and talk regularlyThe vocal cords can be scared if you use your voice during a bad cough. If you have a case of laryngitis(喉炎) with a cold, you should rest your voice for a day or two, and seek medical advice.Simply staying sociable and using your voice is very important. “As older people get less mobile, they can become socially isolated and speak less.”says Mr. Rubin. “The elderly need to communicate with people more. By using the vocal cords, they enable the ageing process to slow down. ”Improve your postureGood posture is essential to keeping the voice young, so we’d better stand properly. Exercise helps you take deeper breaths as it means there is better airflow through the voice box, producing a stronger tone.Sing in the showerThis is one of the best ways to preserve your voice, as it keeps the larynx muscles strong while the steam lubricates(使润滑) the voice box.“Singing is gymnastics for the voice,”says Mr. Rubin. Joining a choir is one of the best ways to preserve a youthful tone.【文章大意】:文章讲诉了语音专家讲怎样保持我们的声音年轻,诸如多喝水,少吃辛辣食品、洗澡时唱歌等方式。

阅读理解

阅读理解

2012届高考英语一轮复习阅读理解训练题1Death Valley is one of the most famous deserts in the United States, covering a wide area with its alkali sand. Almost 20 percent of this area is well below sea level, and Badwater, a salt water pool, is about 280 feet below sea level and the lowest point in the United States.Long ago the Panamint Indians called this place “Tomesha”- the land of fire. Death Valley’s present name dates back to 1849, when a group of miners coming across from Nevada became lost in its unpleasantness and hugeness and their adventure turned out to be a sad story. Today Death Valley has been declared a National Monument(纪念碑) and is crossed by several well-marked roads where good services can be found easily. Luckily the change created by human settlement has hardly ruined the special beauty of this place.Here nature created a lot of surprising, almost like the sights on the moon, ever-changing as the frequent wind moves the sand about, showing the most unusual colors. One of the most astonishing a nd variable parts of Death Valley is the Devil’ s Golf Course, where it seems hard for one to tell reality from terrible dreams. Sand sculptures(沙雕) stand on a frightening ground, as evening shadows move and lengthen.1. _______ is the lowest place in the desert.A. TomeshaB. Death V alleyC. NevadaD. Badwater2. The name of the valley comes from _______.A. an Indian nameB. the death of the minersC. the local peopleD. a National Movement3. From the passage we can learn that _______.A. no one had ever known the desert before the minersB. it’s still not easy to travel across the desertC. people can find gas-stations, cafes and hotels in the desertD. people have changed the natural sight of the desert4. Devil Golf Course is famous for _______.A. the frequent windB. the colors of the sandC. dream-like sightsD. the sand sculptures5. From the passage we can see that the writer _______ the Death Valley.A. appreciatesB. is fearful ofC. dislikesD. is tired of【答案解析】本文介绍了美国的一个著名沙漠--“死亡谷”名称的由来以及“死亡谷”奇特的风光。

(精编)2020年高考英语试卷(全国新高考Ⅰ卷)

(精编)2020年高考英语试卷(全国新高考Ⅰ卷)

(精编)2020年高考英语试卷(全国新高考Ⅰ卷)一、阅读理解1.POETRY CHALLENGEWrite a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.Prizes3 Grand Prizes: Trip to Washington, D.C. for each of three winners, a parent and one other person of the winner's choice. Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.6 First Prizes: The book Sky Pioneer: A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot Linda Finch.50 Honorable Mentions: Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earhart's final flight.RulesFollow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.■ Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number of lines.■ Write by hand or type on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper.■ On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.■ Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.(1)How many people can each grand prize winner take on the free trip?A.Four.B.Two.C.Six.D.Three.(2)What will each of the honorable mention winners get?A.A special T-shirt.B.A plane ticket.C.A photo of Amelia Earhart.D.A book by Corinne Szabo.(3)Which of the following will result in disqualification?ing both sides of the paper.B.Typing your poem out.C.Mailing your entry on October 30.D.Writing a poem of 120 words. 2.Jennifer Mauer has needed more willpower than the typical college student to pursue her goal of earning a nursing degree. That willpower bore fruit when Jennifer graduated from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and became the first in her large family to earn a bachelor's degree.Mauer, of Edgar, Wisconsin, grew up on a farm in a family of 10 children. Her dad worked at a job away from the farm, and her mother ran the farm with the kids. After high school, Jennifer attended a local technical college, working to pay her tuition (学费), because there was no extra money set aside for a college education. After graduation, she worked to help her sisters and brothers pay for their schooling.Jennifer now is married and has three children of her own. She decided to go back to college to advance her career and to be able to better support her family while doing something she loves: nursing. She chose the UW-Eau Claire program at Ministry Saint Joseph Hospital in Marshfield because she was able to pursue her four-year degree close to home. She could drive to class and be home in the evening to help with her kids. Jennifer received great support from her family as she worked to earn her degree: Her husband worked two jobs to cover the bills, and her 68-year-old mother helped take care of the children at times.Through it all, she remained in good academic standing and graduated with honors. Jennifer sacrificed (牺牲)to achieve her goal, giving up many nights with her kids and missing important events to study. "Some nights my heart was breaking to have to pick between my kids and studying for exams or papers," she says. However, her children have learned an important lesson witnessing their mother earn her degree. Jennifer is a first-generation graduate and an inspiration to her family—and that's pretty powerful.(1)What did Jennifer do after high school?A.She supported herself through college.B.She helped her dad with his work.C.She taught her sisters and brothers at home.D.She ran the family farm on her own.(2)Why did Jennifer choose the program at Ministry Saint Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield?A.To save money for her parents.B.To take care of her kids easily.C.To find a well-paid job there.D.To learn from the best nurses.(3)What did Jennifer sacrifice to achieve her goal?A.Her reputation.B.Her health.C.Her chance of promotion.D.Her time with family.(4)What can we learn from Jennifer's story?A.Hard work pays off.B.Time is money.cation is the key to success.D.Love breaks down barriers.3.In the mid-1990s, Tom Bissell taught English as a volunteer in Uzbekistan. He left after seven months, physically broken and having lost his mind. A few years later, still attracted to the country, he returned to Uzbekistan to write an article about the disappearance of the Aral Sea.His visit, however, ended up involving a lot more than that. Hence this book, Chasing the Sea: Lost Among the Ghosts of Empire in Central Asia, which talks about a road trip from Tashkent to Karakalpakstan, where millions of lives have been destroyed by the slow drying up of the sea. It is the story of an American travelling to a strange land, and of the people he meets on his way: Rustam, his translator, a lovely 24-year-old who picked up his colorful English in California, Oleg and Natasha, his hosts in Tashkent, and a string of foreign aid workers.This is a quick look at life in Uzbekistan, made of friendliness and warmth, but also its darker side of society. In Samarkand, Mr Bissell admires the architectural wonders, while on his way to Bukhara he gets a taste of police methods when suspected of drug dealing. In Ferghana, he attends a mountain funeral (葬礼)followed by a strange drinking party. And in Karakalpakstan, he is saddened by the dust storms, diseases and fishing boats stuck miles from the sea.Mr Bissell skillfully organizes historical insights and cultural references, making his tale a well-rounded picture of Uzbekistan, seen from Western eyes. His judgment and references are decidedly American, as well as his delicate stomach. As the author explains, this is neither a travel nor a history book, or even a piece of reportage. Whatever it is, the result is a fine and vivid description of the purest of Central Asian traditions.(1)What made Mr Bissell return to Uzbekistan?A.His love for teaching.B.His friends' invitation.C.His desire to regain health.D.His interest in the country.(2)What does the underlined word "that" in paragraph 2 refer to?A.Working as a volunteer in Uzbekistan.B.Developing a serious mental disease.C.Writing an article about the Aral Sea.D.Taking a guided tour in Central Asia.(3)Which of the following best describes Mr Bissell's road trip in Uzbekistan?A.Pleasant.B.Romantic.C.Dangerous.D.Eventful. (4)What is the purpose of this text?A.To remember a writer.B.To introduce a book.C.To recommend a travel destination.D.To explain a cultural phenomenon.4.According to a recent study in the Journal of Consumer Research, both the size and consumption habits of our eating companions can influence our food intake. And contrary to existing research that says you should avoid eating with heavier people who order large portions (份), it's the beanpoles with big appetites you really need to avoid.To test the effect of social influence on eating habits, the researchers conducted two experiments. In the first, 95 undergraduate women were individually invited into a lab to ostensibly (表面上) participate in a study about movie viewership. Before the film began, each woman was asked to help herself to a snack. An actor hired by the researchers grabbed her food first. In her natural state, the actor weighed 105 pounds. But in half the cases she wore a specially designed fat suit which increased her weight to 180 pounds.Both the fat and thin versions of the actor took a large amount of food. The participants followed suit, taking more food than they normally would have. However, they took, significantly more when the actor was thin.For the second test, in one case the thin actor took two pieces of candy from the snack bowls. In the other case, she took 30 pieces. The results were similar to the first test: the participants followed suit but took significantly more candy when the thin actor took 30 pieces.The tests show that the social environment is extremely influential when we're making decisions. If this fellow participant is going to eat more, so will I. Call it the "l have what she's having" effect. However, we'll adjust the influence. If an overweight person is having a large portion, I'll hold back a bit because I see the results of his eating habits. But if a thin person eats a lot, I'll follow suit. If he can eat much and keep slim, why can't I?(1)What is the recent study mainly about?A.Consumer demand.B.Food safety.C.Eating behavior.D.Movie viewership.(2)What does the underlined word "beanpoles" in paragraph 1 refer to?A.Picky eaters.B.Big eaters.C.Tall thin persons.D.Overweight persons.(3)Why did the researchers hire the actor?A.To find out what she would do in the two tests.B.To see how she would affect the participants.C.To study why she could keep her weight down.D.To test if the participants could recognize her.(4)On what basis do we "adjust the influence" according to the last paragraph?A.How we perceive others.B.How hungry we are.C.How we feel about the food.D.How slim we want to be.二、七选五5. 阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选山可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

高考英语阅读理解训练经典题目及答案

高考英语阅读理解训练经典题目及答案

高考英语阅读理解训练经典题目及答案1.People living in the country enjoy several advantages that people living in the city cannot enjoy.They are in close contact (接触) with nature. They make friends with trees and stones. owns can dogs. They breathe fresh air. They fight with strong winds. They listen to the song of birds.This contact with nature is good for health. There are many diseases that are common in the city, but are not to be found in the country, For example, near---sightedness is almost unknown to country people.Because of the absence of cars, one can walk more freely in the country than in the city, There are no rules of the road nor traffic signs to obey.People living in the country can easily get fresh vegetables, fresh fruit and fresh milk, Are they get them at lower prices than in the city.Country life is economical (节俭的) in other ways, too. There are practically no temptations to waste money.Country people are mostly honest. They say what they mean, and make and keep promises with sincerity (诚意). They do not put on air (摆架子). They do not pretend to have those ridiculous (荒谬的) manners which are necessary in what we call polite society.1. What can’t country people often enjoy?A. Musical concerts.B. Fresh air.C. Song of birds.D. Close contact with nature.2. What is probably more expensive in the country than in the city?A. Vegetables.B. Beer.C. Milk.D. Fruit.3. What is NOT true of country life?A. The traffic accident rate is very high in the country.B. Living in the country saves one a lot of money.C. Country people enjoy better health than the city people.D. Country people are honest.4. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?A. People living in the country enjoy no advantages.B. People living in the city are in close contact with nature.C. People living in the country suffer from more diseases than those living in the city.D. The prices of farm products are lower in the country than in the city.5. Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?A. The Disadvantages of Living in the Country.B. The Expenses of Living in the Country.C. Country Life.D. Healthy Country People.2.Read the following directions on a bottle of medicine:“Take two tablets(药片)with water, followed by one tablet every eight hours, as required, For maximum(最大量) night-time and early morning relief(缓解疼痛), take two tablets at bed - time, Do not take more than six tablets in twenty-four hours.For children six to twelve years old, give half the amount for a grownup. For children under six years old, ask for your doctor’s advice.Reduce the amount if nervousness, restlessness, or sleeplessness occurs,”1. The directions on this medicine bottle clearly warn the patient not to take more than .A. twenty-four tablets a day.B. eight tablets a day.C. six tablets a day.D. three tablets a day.2. We can infer from the directions that .A. the medicine could cause some people to feel nervous.B. children may take the same amount that grown-ups take.C. one may not take this medicine before going to bed.D. the medicine is a liquid.3. If one cannot sleep, it is suggested that he .A. take two tablets before going to bed.B. take less than two tablets before going to bed.C. stop taking the medicine.D. ask advice of a doctor.4. Obviously the medicine .A. may be dangerous to small children.B. cannot be taken by children under twelve years old.C. may be taken by children but not by grown-ups.D. may be taken by grown-ups but not by children.3.In 1933 an unknown American called Clarence Nash went to see the filmmaker Walt Disney. He had an unusual voice and he wanted to work in Disney’s cartoon(动画片) film for children. When Walt Disney heard Nash’s voice, he said “Stop! That’s our duck!”The duck was the now-famous Donald Duck, who first appeared in 1934 in the film The Wise Little Hen. Donald lived in an old houseboat(水上住家) and wore his sailor jacket and hat. Later that year he became a star after an eight-minute Mickey Mouse film. The cinema audience liked him because he was lazy and greedy(贪婪的), and because he lost his temper(发脾气) very quickly . And they loved his voice when he became angry with Mickey’s eight nephews(侄子). Soon Donald was more popular than Mickey Mouse himself, probably because he wasn’t a goody-goody like Mickey.In the 1930S,’ 40s and ‘50s Donald and hid friends Mickey , Goofy and Pluto made hundreds of Disney cartoons. He also made educational films about the place of the USA in the world, and safety in the home. Then in 1966 Donald Duck and his voice disappeared---there were no more new cartoons.Clarence Nash died in February, 1985. But today’s children can still see the old cartoons on television and hear that famous voice.1. Who made Donald Duck film?A. Mickey MouseB. Clarence NashC. Walt DisneyD. Pluto2. When was the first Donald Duck film made?A.In 1933B. In 1934C. In 1966D. In 19303. Who was Clarence Nash?A. A cartoonistB. Donald Duck’s voiceC. A film-makerD. A film star4. Where do today’s children see Donald Duck?A. In new filmB. At the cinemaC. On televisionD. At concerts5. The underlined word audience in the second paragraph means .A. readsB.formal interviewC. law freedomD. the people who watch a film at a cinema6. The underlined word goody-goody in the second paragraph means a person who .A. likes to appear to be faultless in behaviourB. who likes to appear to be faulty in behaviourC. dislikes to appear to be faultless in behaviourD. dislikes to be faulty in behaviour4.Good afternoon, and welcome to England. We hope that your visit here will be a pleasant one. Today, I would like to draw your attention to a few of our laws.The first one is about drinking. Now, you may not buy alcohol (酒) in this country if you are under 18 years of age, nor may your friends buy it for you.Secondly, noise. Enjoy yourselves by all means, but please don’t make unnecessary noise, particularly at night. We ask you to respect other people who may wish to be quiet.Thirdly crossing the road. Be careful. The traffic moves on the left side of he road in this country. Use pedestrian crossings (人行横道) and do not take any chances when crossing the road.My next point is about litter (throwing away waste material in a public place). It is an offence (违法行为) to drop litter in the street. When you have something to throw away, please put it in your pocket and take it home, or put it in a litter bin.Finally, as regards smoking, it is against the law to buy cigarettes or tobacco (烟草) if you are under 16 years of age.I’d like to finish by saying that if you require any sort of help or assistance, you should contact your local police station, who will be pleased to help you.Now, are there any questions?1. The main purpose of this speech would be to ____ .A. prepare people for international travelB. declare the laws of different kindsC. give advice to travellers to the countryD. inform people of the punishment for breaking laws2. How many laws are there discussed in the speech?A. Three.B. Four.C. Five.D. Six3. From the speech we learn that ____A. In this country, if you are under 18 years of age, you may not buy alcohol, but yourfriend can buy it for you.B. You may not buy cigarettes or tobacco unless you are above 16 years of age.C. Because the traffic moves on the left side of he road ,you must use pedestrian crossingswhen crossing the road.D. You can’t make noise except at night.4. The underlined word contact in the seventh paragraph means ____ .A. keep in touch withB. get in touch withC. joinD. report5. Who do you think is most likely to make the speech?, A. A policeman B. A lawmaker C. A teacher D. A lawyer5.The following is a piece of international news in China Daily, March 13th, 1994.A train derailment yesterday in this town just south of the capital, Brussels (布鲁塞尔), killed one passenger and hurt more than two dozen, some seriously, The officials said the cause of the derailment was being looked into.1. The accident happened in .A. HollandB. BeigiumC. FranceD. Germany2. According to the passage .A. the accident was caused by the fact that on passenger was killedB .the officials announced the cause of the accidentC. why the derailment happened was obviousD. the cause of the accident was yet to be found out3. The underlined word derailment in this passage probably means _______.A. a train going off the railB. two trains running into each otherC. a train fireD. a train running over a passenger4. The news tells us that passengers suffered from the accident.A. 20B. 24C. more than a score ofD. no more than twenty-one5. The derailment happened .A. on March 13th, 1994B. on March 12th, 1994C. quite oftenD. more terrible than it was reported6.Calories show the energy content of different foods. We all need a certain amount each day to make our bodies work properly. Unfortunately, people in Europe and the US now eat about 20 times as much sugar and at least five times as much fat as they did in 1800. This may have something to do with the increase in heart disease in Western countries .For wedding feasts(婚宴), the Bedouin people sometimes prepare a meal of stuffed roast camel. First, they stuff a fish with eggs. Then they put the fish inside a chicken. They put the chicken inside a whole roast sheep. Then, finally, they put all of this inside a cooked camel!The avocado contains 165 calories for every 100 grams of fruit. This is more than eggs or milk. It also contains twice as much protein (蛋白质) as milk and has more vitamin A, B and C.1. Which of the following figures (图表) shows us the correct proportion (比例) of the fat and sugar that the Europeans and the Americans eat in 1800 and 1900.2. Calories show the ____ .A. fat content of foodB. sugar content of foodC. heat and energy content of foodD. protein content of food3. The writer tells about the “stuffed roast camel” because it ____ .A. shows how important wedding feast to the Bedouin peopleB. serves as an example of a high calorie foodC. is made in a very special wayD. is more tasty than any other food4. What is special for the avocado ?A. It weighs 100 grams.B. It is a fruit.C. An avocado fruit has 165 calories.D. It contains more calories and vitamin A ,B and C than milk and eggs .5. Which of the statements is correct according to the passage ?A. People eat more sugar in Europe than in the US.B. People in Europe and the US eat less sugar than ever before .C. People eat more fat in the US than in Europe .D. People who eat too much fat and sugar will have some health problems .7.In today’s age of fast travel, the world seems a smaller place---- and to some people, a less exciting place, Fifty years ago only a few English people and holidays abroad, People who didn’t travel thought of other countries as very far away and different. For example, people thought the French all eat garlic(大蒜), the Italians all eat spaghetti(细条实心面). and the Americans all drink Coca Cola, These definite(明确的) ideas of other nationalities are called stereotypes(陈规老套) . But do we have the same stereotypes today? People travel more, we all watch the same TV programmes, and ideas travel quickly too. Nowadays everyone eats garlic and spaghetti and drinks Coca Cola. Everyone listens to the same music. wears the same fashions(流行式样) , buys the same cars. They just do it in a different language!1. Now the world seems to be exciting.A. bigger and moreB. smaller and moreC. smaller and lessD. bigger and less2. Fifty years ago, English people travelled abroad.A. manyB. fewC. only someD. a few3. People thought of other countries as .A. near and differentB. near and the sameC. remote and very differentD. remote and the same4. Nowadays, people’s ideas of other nationalities .A. have changedB. are the sameC. are differentD. are almost the same5. We don’t have the same stereotypes because people _______.A. travel moreB. watch the same TV programmesC. watch different TV programmesD. travel more and watch the same TV programmes6. The best title for this passage would be .A. A Big WorldB. A Small WorldC. An Exacting WorldD. An Interesting World8.O. Henry was a pen name used by an American writer of short stories. His real name was William Sydney Porter. He was born in North Carolina in 1862. As a young boy he lived an exciting life. He did not go to school for very long, but he managed to teach himself everything he needed to know. When he was about 20 years old, O. Henry went to Texas, where he tried different jobs. He first worked on a newspaper, and then had a job in a bank, when some money went missing from thebank O. Henry was believed to have stolen it. Because of that, he was sent to prison. During the three years in prison, he learned to write short stories. After he got out of prison, he went to New York and continued writing. He wrote mostly about New York and the life of the poor there. People liked his stories, because simple as the tales were, they would finish with a sudden change at the end, to the reader’s surprise.1. In which order did O. Henry do the following things?a. Lived in New York.b. Worked in a bank.c. Travelled to Texas.d. Was put in prison.e. Had a newspaper Job.f. Learned to write stories.A. e. c. f. b. d. aB. c. e. b. d. f. aC. e. b. d. c. a. f.D. c. b. e. d. a f.2. People enjoyed reading O. Henry’s stories becauseA. they had surprise endingsB. they were easy to understandC. they showed his love for the poorD. they were about New York City3. O. Henry went to prison because .A. people thought he had stolen money from the newspaperB. he broke the law by not using his own nameC. he wanted to write stories about prisonersD. people thought he had taken money that was not his4. What do we know about O. Henry before he began writing?A. He was well-educated.B. He was not serious about his work.C. He was devoted to the poor.D. He was very good at learning.5. Where did O. Henry get most material for his short stories?A. His life inside the prison.B. The newspaper articles he wrote.C. The city and people of New York.D. His exciting early life as a boy.9.A HOLIDAY jet pilot (飞行员) said that he would land and call the police after a woman refused to stop smoking.He warned Maureen Harkavy, “Put that cigarette out, or I’ll land the plane and have you arrested.”Maureen, 47, was so shocked she wrote to the airline’s chairman. But his reply was even ruder.“You seem to think you have a God-given right to pollute your neighbours’ atmosphere,” wrote John Ferriday of Paramount Airways.(a)Said Maureen, “I only found out about it when I was checking in. I’m a nervous flyer so I lit a cigarette during the flight. A stewardess (空姐) asked me to put it out, but I said I wanted to carry on as there was no rule against smoking on the plane.”She was just finishing her cigarette when the pilot arrived.(b) I’ve never seen such an unpleasant letter. She said, “I don’t think I’ll ever fly again.”But there was a funny side. Maureen explained, “We were offered duty-free (免税) cigarette from the stewardess on the plane!”(c) Mr. Ferriday went on; “Believe me, you haven’t. Especially when you travel on my planes.”Maureen and her husband Michael were moved to Paramount flight just before they left Portugal. But they were not told of the company’s (公司的) no smoking policy.(d) “He was loud and rude,” said Maureen. “He said if I lit another cigarette he would land theplane at Bordeaux and hand me to the French police.”Later, from her home in Mosely, Birmingham, Maureen wrote to the company and received the rude reply.1. The second half of the story has been in wrong order. (Parts a-d) Choose the rearranged order which you think is right.A. a, c, b, dB. c, a, b, dC. c, a, d, bD. d, a, b, c2. What was Maureen Harkey warned to do by the pilot?A. The pilot said that she must throw her cigarette out of the plane, or he would get heroff the plane.B. The pilot said she must stop smoking immediately, otherwise he would bring down the jetand hand her to the police.C. The pilot said that she couldn’t lit another cigarette after her first one.D. The pilot said that he would get her arrested by the police if she kept on smoking.3. Maureen Harkavy ____ on the plane.A. accepted the warningB. agreed to the warningC. refused to do what she was told toD. was so shocked that she wrote to the airline’s chairman4. In the answer letter to Maureen Harkavy, the airline’s chairman ____ .A. made an apology to her for his worker’s rudenessB. made sure that he would solve the problemC. said that she had the right to smoke on his plane because the right is given by God to everyone.D. actually completely agreed with what the pilot said5. From the story we can see that the writer probably takes the side of ____ .A. the pilotB. the airline’s chairmanC. the stewardressD. Maureen Harkavy10.In recent years advances in medical technology have made it possible for people to live longer than in the past. New medicines and instruments are being developed every day to extend(延长) life. However, some people, including some doctors, are not in favour of these life extending measures, and they argue that people should have the right to die when they want. They say that the quality of life is as important as life itself, and that people should not be forced to go on living when conditions of life have become unbearable(不能忍受的). They say that people should be allowed to die with dignity(尊严) and to decide when they want to die. Others argue that life under any conditions is better.1. The best title for this passage would be .A. The Right to LiveB. The Right to DieC. The Doctor’s DutyD. Life is Better Than Death2. In recent years, people can live longer than in the past, It’s because of .A. the development of medical technologyB. big hospitalsC. good doctorsD. both B and C3. According to some people, whether a dying patient has the right to die or not is up to .A. the doctorsB. the surroundings(环境)C. his or her familyD. the patient himself or herself4. The writer’s opinion is .A. death is better than lifeB. life is better than deathC. neither death nor life is goodD. none of the above5. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?A. Most of the medical workers join in the argument.B. The argument has ended in favour of the patients.C. The argument hasn’t ended yet.D. The quality of life is not as important as life itself, so it is generally thought that peopleshould not be allowed to die under any conditions.高考英语阅读理解训练经典题目及答案1. 【答案】1A 2 B 3 A 4 D 5 C2. 【答案】1C 2 A 3 B 4 A3. 【答案】1C 2 B 3 B 4 C 5 D 6 A4. 【答案】1C 2 C 3 B 4 B 5 A5. 【答案】1B 2 D 3 A 4 C 5 B6. 【答案】1B 2 C 3 B 4 D 5 D7. 【答案】1C 2 B 3 C 4 C 5 D 6 B8. 【答案】1B 2 A 3 D 4 D 5 C9. 【答案】1C 2 B 3 C 4 D 5 D10. 【答案】1B 2 A 3 D 4 D 5 C。

高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题_5

高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题_5

定额市鞍钢阳光实验学校2014高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题(106)及答案阅读理解------BHe has vowed that he will not stop building his business until it is worth £100 million. But hard-working Owens can stop for at least a moment's celebration after making his first £1 million at the age of 16. Owens, who has used a computer since the age of seven, began teaching himself basic web design at the age of ten when he was given his first Mac computer. He used his pocket money to fund his first business project, website Mac Box Bundle at just 14 which has made £700,000 since its establishment in 2008. Mac Box Bundle sells a combination of popular Mac applications which are worth up to $400 together for under just $100 and donates 10 percent of the money to charities.He then established an advertising company Branchr a year later and worked on the business after school and at weekends. Branchr made a surprising £500,000 in its first year. Branchr works as a platform for website owners to sell advertising.Owens, from Northampton, currently employs eight staff---all adults---around the UK and America as sales and technical assistants. The young man lives with his parents. His mother who is a company secretary said he was inspired to go into business after observing the huge success achieved by Apple's chief executive officers(首席执行官) Steve Jobs.Owens said, "I think everyone has business sense in them, and they just need to gain experience and be determined to make it. There is no magical formula(法则) for business, It takes hard work, determination and the drive to do something great. My aim is to become a leading name in the world of Internet and mobile advertising and push myself right to the top of the game.The teenager insists his professional success has not affected his personal life, and says his interests include photography and playing the guitar. "My friends and I don't really talk about my success. To them I'm just a normal teenager and it doesn't change anything between us."6. What can we know from Paragraph 1?A. Owens' company is worth £1 million now.B. Owens learned to use computers at the age of 10.C. Owens made £700,000 from Mac Box Bundle in 2008.D. Owens is successful and enthusiastic about public welfare.7From Paragraph 2 we know that Branchr _____________.A. takes up all Owens' spare timeB. offers a platform for advertising businessC. designs practical software for website ownersD. takes up advertising business for Nac Box Bundle8Why did Owens come up with the idea of doing business?A. Because eight adults were ready to help.B. Because it was easy to establish web companies.C. Because his parents wanted him to have a try.D. Because he drew inspiration from Steve jobs.9Owens tends to think that ____________.A. every person has potential talent for businessB. getting experienced in business needs determinationC. it is hard work for people to decide to do something great.D. he is sure to play a leading part in the world of the Internet. 10What do Ownes' friends think about him?A. He sets a good example.B. He does quite well in music.C. He is a common school boy.D. He puts friendship above anything else.B篇英国北安普敦16岁男孩欧文斯从14岁起,通过创建网站和开办网络公司,在过去短短两年的时间里,狂赚了120万英镑,成为英国最年轻的百万富翁。

高考英语阅读理解训练题及答案

高考英语阅读理解训练题及答案

高考英语阅读理解训练题及答案2021年高考英语阅读理解训练题及答案高考是中华人民共和国大陆境内(香港、澳门除外)高等学校入学最重要的考试。

英语作为文理都要考的科目,不可谓不重要。

为了帮助大家备考2021年高考英语,店铺整理了一些阅读理解训练题,欢迎阅读!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ASigning up for a digital TV service provides you with access to over 200 channels from all over the globe. However, television today is dominated by adult language, making it hard for concerned families to find channels suitable for young eyes. Therefore, most movie channels are automatically removed form the list of TV channels for an entire family. The following are some good ones based on popularity on a global scale.Discovery ChannelDiscovery and its many channels can be considered as the founding father of informative channels on television. What National Geographic does in a scholastic(学术的) manner, Discovery tries to do in an entertaining manner—educating the masses about anything and everything.Fox FamilyFinding a movie channel that broadcasts pictures suitable for teenagers and kids alike is very difficult unless your service operator offers you Fox family movies. This channel screens most movies before it broadcasts them, ensuring that no movie shows unacceptable material for young eyes.NickelodeonA channel very similar to Cartoon Network, it mostly shows US programs. However, their shows are sometimes a bit more mature for younger kids and better suited to kids aged 5and up.ABC FamilyABC started the ABC family channel in an attempt to introduce family-centered shows and serials to the public in the USA. The need for this channel was felt after ABC observed the lack of proper family type US channels.LivingIf travelling is a family hobby and better living is the motto then there is no better channel than Living. Kids can see never-seen-before sights, learning about new places while adults can practice their cooking and learn amazing things about motorbikes.21. According to the text, most channels offered by a digital TV service ______.A. can keep people away from TV violenceB. are welcomed by families with small childrenC. are concerned about the proper use of languageD. are unsuitable for the whole family to watch together22. Which of the following can best describe Discovery Channel?A. Relaxing.B. Touching.C. Commercial.D. Professional.23. If people want to know about what a traditional family is like, they can choose ____.A. Fox FamilyB. NickelodeonC. ABC FamilyD. LivingBDo you know how it is when you see someone yawn and you start yawning too? Or how hard it is to be among peoplelaughing and not laugh yourself? Well, apparently it’s because we have mirror neurons (神经元) in our brains.Put simply, the existence of mirror neurons suggests that every time we see someone else do something, our brains imitate it, whether or not we actually perform the same action. This explains a great deal about how we learn to smile, talk, walk, dance or play sports. But the idea goes further: mirror neurons not only appear to explain physical actions, they also tell us that there is a biological basis for the way we understand other people.Mirror neurons can undoubtedly be found all over our brains, but especially in the areawhich relate to our ability to use languages, and to understand how other people feel. Researchers have found that mirror neurons relate strongly to language. A group of researchers discovered that if they gave people sentences to listen to (for example: “The hand took hold of the ball”), the same mirror neurons were triggered as when the action was actually performed (in this example, actually taking hold of a ball).Any problems with mirror neurons may well result in problems with behavior. Much research suggests that people with social and behavioral problems have mirror neurons which are not fully functioning. However, it is not yet known exactly how these discoveries might help find treatments for social disorders.Research into mirror neurons seems to provide us with ever more information concerning how humans behave and interact. Indeed, it may turn out to be the equivalent for neuroscience of what Einstein’s theory of relativity was for physics. And the next time you feel the urge to cough in the cinema when someone else does—well, perhaps you’ll u nderstand why.24. Mirror neurons can explain _____.A. why we cry when we are hurtB. why we cough when we suffer from a coldC. why we smile when we see someone else smileD. why we yawn when we see someone else stay up late25. The underlined word “triggered” in the third paragraph probably means “____”.A. set offB. cut offC. built upD. broken up26. We can learn from the passage that mirror neurons _____.A. relate to human behavior and interactionB. control human physical actions and feelingsC. result in bad behavior and social disordersD. determine our knowledge and language abilities27. What is the passage mainly about?A. Ways to find mirror neurons.B. Problems of mirror neurons.C. Existence of mirror neurons.D. Functions of mirror neurons.CThe sharing economy, represented by companies like Airbnb or Uber, is the latest fashion craze. But many supporters have overlooked the reality that this new business model is largely based on escaping regulations and breaking the law.Airbnb is an internet-based service that allows people to rent out spare rooms to strangers for short stays. Uber is an internet taxi service that allows thousands of people to answer ride requests with their own cars. There are hundreds of other such services.The good thing about the sharing economy is that it promotes the use of underused resources. Millions of people have houses or apartments with empty rooms, and Airbnb allowsthem to profit from these rooms while allowing guests a place to stay at prices that are often far less than those charged by hotels. Uber offers prices that are competitive with standard taxi prices and their drivers are often much quicker and more trustworthy.But the downside of the sharing economy has gotten much less attention. Most cities and states both tax and regulate hotels, and the tourists who stay in hotels are usually an important source of tax income. But many of Airhnb’s customers are not paying the taxes required under the law.Airbnb can also raise issues of safety for its customers and trouble for hosts' neighbors. Hotels are regularly inspected to ensure that they are not fire traps and that they don't form other risks for visitors. Airbnb hosts face no such inspections.Since Airbnb is allowing people to escape taxes and regulations, the company is simply promoting thefts. Others in the economy will lose by bearing an additional tax burden or being forced to live next to an apartment unit with a never-ending series of noisy visitors.The same story may apply with Uber. Uber is currently in disputes over whether its cars meet the safety and insurance requirements imposed on standard taxis. Also, if Uber and related services flood the market, they could harm all taxi drivers' ability to earn a minimum wage.This downside of the sharing needs to be taken seriously, hut that doesn't mean the current tax and regulatory structure is perfect.28. What is the positive thing about the sharing economy?A. It is a global trend.B. It is beyond regulations.C. It draws on spare resources.D. It brings in modest profits.29. What is the problem with Airbnb customers according to the passage?A. They are not regularly inspected.B. They are likely to commit thefts.C. They are not allowed to escape taxes.D. They can be noisy to hosts’ neighbou rs.30. What is the argument over Uber according to the passage?A. Whether it guarantees customers' safety.B. Whether it provides reliable services.C. Whether it lowers customers' expenses.D. Whether it can compete with standard taxis.31. What will be talked about in the following paragraphs?A. Existing regulations and laws.B. Necessary improvements of current laws.C. Further development of Airbnb and Uber.D. More downsides of Airbnb and Uber.DThe 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 their 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 theshopkeeper. ?Please do not 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 photo graph, 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, passed 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 Hopk ins 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 , and 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 exclaimed.32. What did the author think of Hopkins and Son?A. Big and modern .B. Old and outdated.C. Little and dusty.D. Lovely and wonderful.33. 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.34. What does the underlined word揷ommoditiesn” refer to?A. The goods in the shopB. the author’s giftsC. Photographs taken by Mr. HopkinsD. Packages held by other customers35. 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.第二节 (共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白的最佳选项。

2014高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题(103)及答案

2014高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题(103)及答案

2014高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题(103)及答案阅读理解--—-——————ESince the Internet has come into homes,the daily life has never been the same again. But the thing that worries most of us is that we can get viruses from the Internet。

But can we catch viruses on our cell phones?A new study in the journey Science says yes,but the spread of such mobile software that can bring harm to our cell phones won’t reach dangerous levels until more cell phones are on the same operating system.Computers are easily attacked by viruses because they share data,especially over the Internet。

Of course, nowadays,more people are using their cell phones more and more frequently。

They use them for emailing, text messaging and downloading troublesome ring tones,etc. so it is obvious that cell phone virouses are a threat ,as well.Scientists used nameless call data from more than six million cell phone users to help model a possible outbreak. And they concluded that virouses that spread from phone to phone by Bluetooth are not much concerned,because users have to be in close physical relation for their phones to “see” one another。

高考英语 阅读理解训练题_22

高考英语 阅读理解训练题_22

落堕市安心阳光实验学校2014高考英语阅读理解训练题(14)附答案We've all experienced a "good cry". Shedding (流) some tears can often make us feel better and help us put things in perspective. But why is crying beneficial? And is there such a thing as a "bad cry"?The researchers analyzed the detailed accounts of more than 3,000 recent crying experiences and found that the benefits of crying depend entirely on the what, where and when of a particular crying episode (一段经历). The majority of persons reported improvements in their mood following a short period of crying. However, one third reported no improvement in mood and a tenth felt worse after crying. Criers who received social support during their crying episode were the most likely to report improvements in mood.Research to date has not always produced a clear picture of the benefits of crying, in part because the results often seem to depend on how crying is studied. The researchers note several challenges in accurately studying crying behavior in a laboratory setting. Volunteers who cry in a laboratory setting often do not describe their experiences as making them feel better. Rather, crying in a laboratory setting often results in the study participants feeling worse; this may be due to the stressful conditions of the study itself, such as being videotaped or watched by researchers. This may produce negative emotions, which neutralize (使无效) the positive benefits usually connected with crying.However, these laboratory studies have provided interesting findings about the physical effects of crying. Criers do show calming effects such as slower breathing, but they also experience a lot of unpleasant stress, including increased heart rate and sweating. What is interesting is that bodily calming usually lasts longer than the unpleasant. The calming effects may occur later and overcome the stress reaction, which would account for why people tend to remember mostly the pleasant side of crying.Research has shown that the effects of crying also depend on who is shedding the tears. For example, individuals with anxiety or mood disorders are least likely to experience the positive effects of crying. In addition, the researchers report that people who lack insight into their emotional lives actually feel worse after crying.12. We can infer from the passage that __________________.A. people don't like being seen cryingB. crying in public makes people feel betterC. a bad cry is as common as a good cryD. a good cry can sometimes help us face problems rightly13. The beneficial effects of crying can be shown when _________.A. your breath becomes slowB. you sweat a lot.C. your face turns paleD. you are being watched14. Who will be least likely to feel worse after crying?A. People who receive help in course of crying.B. People who fail to understand their emotions.C. People who are anxious and nervous.D. People whose mood is not in order.15. The passage is mainly about ___________.A. the types of cryingB. the way of cryingC. the psychology of cryingD. the causes of crying参考答案DAAC****************************************************结束高考英语二轮复习专题训练:阅读理解(49)Many people enjoy an adventure story. Others like mysteries that lead the reader to an exciting discovery. The story of the young British naturalist Charles Darwin combines both of these. That is why the author and illustrator (插图画家)Rosalyn Schanzer chose to write the children's book “What Darwin Saw”. The book was published just in time for the 200th anniversary of Charle s Darwin’s birth on February 12, 1809.Rosalyn Schanzer carefully gathered Darwin’s thoughts and observations from his diaries, letters and books. Many of the words in the book are Darwin’s own. She also traveled to the Galapagos Islands and South America. She researched some of the places Darwin had visited on his trip on the ship, the Beagle in the 1830s. She took thousands of pictures, which helped her create the book’s beautiful and colorful drawings. These pictures show young readers what led Darwin to form his great discovery: the evolution of species through natural selection.“What Darwin Saw” tells of the adventures of a young man who traveled around the world as a scientist. The voyage of the Beagle took Charles Darwin to South America, where he rode horses with cowboys and met Native Americans in Argentina. He reported the eruption of the Osorno Volcano and experienced an earthquake in Chile. Darwin’s observations showed him that environments can change very quickly and a great deal over time.Rosalyn Schanzer brings to life the clues that suggested to Darwin that living things evolve, or change, over time. She illustrates the unusual tortoises, birds and lizards that Darwin studied in the Galapagos Islands. She shows how Darwin came to understand that these island animals had differences, developed over time, that helped them survive. And she explains the theory of evolution through natural selection ina way that both children and adults will enjoy.5. Who is "What Darwin Saw" intended for?A. Parents.B. Teachers.C. Researchers.D. Children.6. “What Darwin Saw” mainly focuses on __________.A. how Darwin made his voyage to South AmericaB. what led Darwin to form the theory of evolutionC. when Darwin left home and began his expeditionD. where Darwin explored the living things in nature7. Rosalyn Schanzer took thousands of pictures in order to _________.A. provide materials for her new bookB. keep track of the places she visitedC. find out what interested young DarwinD. enjoy the beautiful scenery later8. Which of the following statements is NOT true about “What Darwin Saw”?A. Its author bases her writing on careful research.B. It includes many pictures of various species.C. It is intended to present Darwin's life story.D. It was published in honor of Charles Darwin.参考答案-------(B) DBAC*********************************************************结束故事类---(二)[2012·西安一检]Wherever she goes, Molly leaves her mark. Without saying a word, shespeaks to people with her kind eyes. Even when she walks away, she leavesan impression. Molly's mark is a smile, stamped into the ground by thehorseshoe at the bottom of her false leg.A few years ago, Molly was badly attacked by a dog. The dog bit all four of Molly's legs and left large cuts in her face. Molly's owner, Kate Harris, took her to an animal hospital. Doctors there were able to save Molly's life, but soon one of her legs became very infected(感染病菌的).At first, doctors thought Molly would have to be put to sleep. But Molly changed their minds. This pony, doctors noticed, shifted her weight, and rested her good leg from time to time. Doctors knew that Molly had amazing intelligence, and that she wanted to live.Several doctors operated on Molly, and removed her infected leg.A false leg was made for her. The leg was a hollow cast with a pole at the bottom for balance. Doctors gave Molly a special horseshoe at the bottom of the leg. This horseshoe she had had a stamp of a smile face in it!After the operation, Molly walked around on all four legs, as if nothing had ever happened to her! Now, with every step she takes, she stamps a smile in the dirt. But she leaves her mark in other ways, too.Kate Harris took Molly to the false leg center. There were children there who, like Molly, had artificial arms or legs. They were amazed tosee a pony with a false leg. Molly made them smile and gave them hope. Soon, Molly began to visit schools, nursing homes, army bases and hospitals. A book was even written about Molly!16.Molly is the name of a________.A.dog B.horseC.parent D.child17.Which of the following is TRUE according to the text?A.Molly can speak to people in kind words.B.Kate Harris took Molly to a children's hospital after the attack.C.In the beginning, doctors had planned to end Molly's life.D.Molly sometimes leaves smiling marks on people's faces.18.What is unique about Molly?A.Molly has a false leg with a horseshoe shaped like a smiling face.B.Molly ran a race and won the first prize.C.Molly often visits places such as schools and parks.D.Molly has become a symbol of hope for people of all ages.19.Which is the best title for the passage?A.A Book on MollyB.A False LegC.A successful OperationD.Leaving Her Mark【要点综述】文章介绍了一匹名叫Molly的小型马在很小的时候不幸受伤,依靠安装假肢顽强生活下去的故事。

2019届高考英语阅读理解专题练习(精品)

2019届高考英语阅读理解专题练习(精品)

2019届高考英语阅读理解专题练习(名师精选训练题,高分背备,值得下载打印练习)第三部分:阅读理解(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)请认真阅读下列短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AJeremy Baras remembers the first time he ever saw a pop-up restaurant. The 26-year-old entrepreneur was on vacation in England four years ago and had to look up at the London Eye Ferries wheel to see it. Hanging above him was a capsule(航天舱)full of diners who were served a new course each time a revolution was made. “I thought that was the coolest thing ever”, he says. Baras, who founded in 2012 to promote the idea of pop-up restaurants in the USA, has been studying them ever since.Pop-ups, which have been around since at least the early 2000s, are open anywhere from a few hours to several months, but their defining feature is that they are temporary. They may be only a tiny part of the $709 billion U.S. restaurant industry, but pop-ups have gotten a boost in recent years as a lower-cost, lower-risk way for entrepreneurs to test the waters. Some restaurant owners see them as a way to renew interest in existing locations. And some struggling cities, like Oakland, California, have turned to them to help revitalize local economies impacted by the recession(衰退).The concept has been especially popular with up-and-coming chefs who want to test-drive as a menu concept without investing a fortune in a permanent space. “Your cooks and chefs are really talented, but they’re stuck in the back of somebody else’s kitchen cooking somebody else’s menu,” says Zach Kupperman, chie f businessman officer and co-founder of Dinner Lab.Chefs in Dinner Lab cook in the middle of space, give a brief introduction about the menu and themselves — and then bravely listen to diner feedback afterward. Pop-ups’ temporary nature also allows restaurateurs to charge a deposit to make sure the diners will show up.Of course, trends in the food industry come and go quickly, and there is no guarantee that diners won’t tire of the concept. Some entrepreneurs have resorted to even weirder locations — in a former limestone mine, say, or at the top of a crane —to keep customers interested. “It’s not quite part of the mainstream economy yet.”says Baras.51. What does the underlined part “a revolution was made” in Paragraph One possibly mean?A. Chefs designed creative dishes.B. Diners tasted food in a new and creative way.C. The capsule containing diners made a circle.D. Great changes were made in the food industry.52. Perspective chefs are drawn to pop-ups due to the fact that ________.A. pop-ups are becoming increasingly popular with diners worldwideB. they have the desire to explore a safer way to make a livingC. their investment in pop-ups will bring them a long-lasting fortuneD. pop-ups provide a changeable test field for talented chefs’ creati vity53. The writer’s purpose of writing the passenger is ________.A. to appeal to people to dine out in pop-up restaurantsB. to give a brief introduction of pop-up restaurantsC. to warn business owners of the appearance of pop-up restaurantsD. to foresee the future of pop-up restaurants’ developmentBThe pills we take to treat anxiety may affect the behavior of fish, new research in the journal Science suggests.Swedish researchers found a common drug in rivers downstream of wastewater treatment plants. It is a drug for treating anxiety, called oxazepam. It is accumulating in fish and makes them bolder. Wastewater treatment plants are not designed to get rid of drugs. As a result, the drugs end up in wildlife, reaching harmful levels.“It’s something we don’t think about very often, but there are a lot of similarities between fish and humans. So some of our responses to drugs can be seen in fish as well,” said Karen Kidd. She is a biologist at the University of New Brunswick, Canada. The mood-altering drugs get into waterways when people taking the prescriptions throw unused pills into the waste stream.The researchers let perch(鲈鱼)swim in lab tanks with concentrations similar to those found downstream from wastewater treatment plants. “The perch pref erred to swim alone rather than in large groups. They were more likely to explore their environment,” said Micael Jonsson of Umeå University in Sweden, who helped lead the research.Johsson said, “This adventurous behavior required more energy. And they a te more plankton (浮游生物), or tiny algae-eating animals, to guarantee enough energy for their activities. This could reduce the population of plankton.” The result could be more algae(水藻). On the other hand, the new behavior could lead to the opposite effect. If perch make themselves closer to their natural enemies, they are likely to be eaten by them.None of the scientists is suggesting that people should give up these drugs. They just want to reduce the effects of the medicines on the environment. They recommend wastewater treatment plants should be redesigned to get rid of these medicines. But Kidd said that would be too expensive for some communities.Bryan Brooks, director of the Environmental Health Science Program at Baylor University, said drugs could also be designed to break down more quickly in the environment. And the government could continue to run recycling programs where people drop off their unused drugs at government locations. Brooks said he’s particularly concerned about drug effects on aquatic(水生的)environments, like the Trinity River south of Dallas and the South Platte River near Denver, where the majority of the flow comes from treated wastewater. In the developing world, he said, the problem may be even worse, because of careless wastewater treatment and industrial regulations.54. Which of the following best describes oxazepam’s effect on fish?A. It causes fish to be more daring.B. It makes fish much stronger.C. It has little influence on fish.D. It helps treat a fish disease.55. What will happen if perch become adventurous?A. They will eat more algae.B. There will be less plankton.C. They will need more oxazepam.D. Their natural enemies will be stronger.56. What would be the best title for the passage?A. More wastewater treatment plants are neededB. Fish in wastewater become more adventurousC. Drugs for treating mental diseases end up in wildlifeD. Anxiety drugs found in rivers change the behavior of fishCCulture can affect not just language and customs, but also how peopleexperience the world on surprisingly basic levels.Researchers, with the help of brain scans, have uncovered shockingdifferences in perception(感知)between Westerners and Asians, what they seewhen they look at a city street, for example, or even how they perceive a simpleline in a square, according to findings published in a leading science journal.In western countries, culture makes people think of themselves as highly independent individuals. When looking at scenes, Westerners tend to focus more on central objects than on their surroundings. East Asian cultures, however, emphasize inter-dependence. When Easterners look at a scene, they tend to focus on surroundings as well as the object.Using an experiment involving two tasks, Dr Hedden asked subjects to look at a line simply to estimate its length, a task that is played to American strengths. In another, they estimated the line’s length relative to the size of a square, an easier task for the Asians.The level of brain activity, by tracking blood flow, was then measured by Brain Scanners. The experiment found that although there was no difference in performance, and the tasks were very easy, the levels of activity in the subjects’ brains were different. For the Americans, areas linked to attention lit up more, when they worked on the task they tended to find more difficult —estimating the line’s size relative to the square. For the Asians, the attention areas lit up more during the harder task also —estimating the line’s length without comparing it to the square. The findings are a reflection of more than ten years of previous experimental research into East-West differences.In one study, for instance, researchers offered people a choice among five pens; four red and one green. Easterners were more likely to choose a red pen while Westerners were more likely to choose the green one.Culture is not affecting how you see the world, but how you choose to understand and internalize(使内化)it.But such habits can be changed. Some psychological studies suggest that when an Easternergoes to the West or vice versa, habits of thought and perception also begin to change. Such research gives us clues on how our brain works and is hopeful for us to develop programs to improve our memory, memory techniques and enhance and accelerate our learning skills.57. According to the passage, Chinese people are most likely to ________.A. more emphasize independent thinkingB. always focus more on their surroundingsC. focus on the context as well as the objectD. think of Westerners as highly independent units58. We know from the passage that people’s brains will be more active when ________.A. the task is much easierB. the blood flow is trackedC. people begin to choose colorsD. the task is more difficult59. What does Dr Hedden's experiment in Paragraph 4-5 indicate?A. Culture has a great impact on the way people talk and behave.B. Easterners and Westerners perceive the world differently.C. People's perception of the world can be changed.D. Americans are better at calculating than the Asians.60. It can be inferred from the passage that ________.A. Easterners prefer collectivism to individualismB. East Asian cultures lay more emphasis on independenceC. it took over ten years to find out how to improve our brainpowerD. Americans will change their habits of perception when they’re in BritainDMy grandmother Rosalind Einhorn was born exactly fifty-two years before I was, on August 28, 1917. Like many poor Jewish families in New York City, hers lived in a small, crowded apartment close to their relatives. Her parents, aunts and uncles addressed her male cousins by their given names, but she and her sister were referred to only as “Girlie”.During the Depression, my grandmother was pulled out of Morris High School to help support the household by sewing fabric flowers onto undergarments that her mother could resell for a tiny profit. No one in the community would have considered taking a boy out of school. A boy’s education was the family’s hope to move up the financial and social ladder.Education for girls, however, was less significant both financially, since they were unlikely to contribute to the family’s income, and culturally, since boys were expected to study the To rah while girls were expected to run a “proper home”. Luckily for my grandmother, a local teacher insisted that her parents put her back into school. She went on not only to finish high school but to graduate from U.C. Berkeley.After college, “Girlie” worked selling pocketbooks and accessories at David’s Fifth Avenue. When she left her job to marry my grandfather, David’s had to hire four people to replace her. Years later, when my grandfather’s paint business was struggling, she jumped in and took some of the hard steps he was unwilling to take, helping to save the family from financial ruin. She displayed her business ability again in her forties. After being diagnosed (诊断)with breast cancer, she beat it and then devoted herself to raising money for the clinic that treated her by selling some watches. Girlie ended up with a profit that Apple would envy.I have never met anyone with more energy and determination than my grandmother.When my grandmother had children of her own — my mother and her two brothers —she emphasized education for all of them. My mother attended the University of Pennsylvania. When she graduated in 1965 with a degree in French literature, she surveyed a workforce that she believed consisted of two career options for women: teaching or nursing. She chose teaching. She began a Ph. D. programme, got married, and then dropped out when she became pregnant with me. It was thought to be a sign of weakness if a husband needed his wife’s help to support their family, so my mother became a stay-at-home parent and an active volunteer. The centuries-old division of labor stood.Even though I grew up in a traditional home, my parents had the same expectationsfor me, my sister, and my brother. All the three of us were encouraged to do well in school, do equal routine tasks, and participate in after-school activities. We were all supposed to be athletic too. My brother and sister joined sports teams, but I was the kid who got picked lastin gym, despite my athletic shortcomings. I was raised to believe that girls could do anything boys could do and that all career paths were open to me.When I arrived at college in the fall of 1987, my classmates of both genders seemed equally focused on academics. I don’t remember thinking about my future career differentlyfrom the male students. I also don’t remember any conversations about someday balancing work and children. My friends and I assumed that we would have both. Men and women competed openly and aggressively with one another in classes, activities,and job interviews. Just two generations removed from my grandmother, the playing field seemed to be level.But more than twenty years after my college graduation, the world has not evolved nearly as much as I believed it would. Almost all of my male classmates work in professional settings. Some of my female classmates work full-time or part-time outside the home and just as many are stay-at-home mothers and volunteers like my mom. This mirrors the national trend. In comparison to their male counterparts(相同能力者), highly trained women are scaling back and dropping out of the workforce in high numbers.61. Why were the writer’s grandma and her sisters called “Girlie”?A. They had not yet got their given names.B. They were highly valued by their elders.C. They shared apparent similarities in many ways.D. They were regarded as less important than boys.62. What conclusion can we draw about the writer’s grandmother?A. She was an extraordinarily able and tough woman.B. She was full of ideas for solving various problems.C. She benefited greatly from her family background.D. She had special ways of teaching her own children.63. What might people think when the writer’s mother gave up her job?A. Her freedom of choice ought to be well respected.B. Her job should be taken over by a younger person.C. It was a real shame about her losing that good job.D. It was quite normal for a woman like her to do so.64. From the description of the writer’s own life, we can see ________.A. great expectations in the students’ mindsB. seeming social progress in certain aspectsC. innocent friendship between boys and girlsD. positive attitudes to work and competitions65. By writing the passage the writer intends to reveal ________.A. the necessity of women’s educationB. the importance of women’s liberationC. the existence of gender discriminationD. the lives of three generations of women第五部分:任务型阅读(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)请认真阅读下面的短文,并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入一个最恰当的单词。

高考英语一轮复习 阅读理解九月入学精练(一)高三全册英语试题

高考英语一轮复习 阅读理解九月入学精练(一)高三全册英语试题

入舵市安恙阳光实验学校河南2017高考英语阅读理解九月入学精练(一)【普通高中高三质量监测(二)]C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。

One of the biggest social issues in Japan is the increasingly low marriage rate among young people and the small birth rate, which led to an aging and eventually shrinking(萎缩) population. Most young Japanese women simply don’t seem interested in having many children. Now what began in Japan is happening globally. As David Brooks wrote, birth rate is becoming smaller in much of the world, from Iran — 1.7 births rate per woman — to Russian, where low birth rates connected with high death rates mean the population is already shrinking. And this includes US, which has long had higher birth rates than most developed nations. Aging countries will face the burden of caring for large elderly populations without a larger resource of young workers.It’s true that global aging is going to present some major challenges. Who will take care of the elderly? Will an older world be less active and slower to change and adap t? It’s all true. Sometimes I worry about a coming generational war over resources, just as I worry about how I will take care of my own parents in their old age, just as I worry about who might take care of me.But here’s the thing: an older world may have less pressure on the environment. As we all know, the environment is the real victim of overpopulation.So maybe a world that grows slower and grows older will put less pressure on the environment, and buy us a few more years to ensure our energy use, along with our birthrates, reaches a sustainable(可持续的)level. After all, we’re supposed to get smarter as we got older. Hopefully that holds true for the planet as well.1. The population issue in Japan was mentioned to ___________.A. show young people’s preference to marriageB. introduce the topic of global birth rate becoming smallerC. indicate the deeper cause of Japan’s depressionD. emphasize the revolution of Japanese women2. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to David Brook?A. The birth rates all over the world are becoming smaller.B. The most developed countries have higher death rates.C. America is the only developed country with higher birth rate.D. Birth rate’s becoming smaller means a great risk to aging countries.3. Which will be caused by low birth rates according to the passage?A. Aging society.B. Environmental problems.C. High death rates.D. Low employment rates.4. What’s the author’s attitude to the worldwide birth rates becomingsmaller?A. Anxious.B. Disappointed.C. Hopeful.D. Doubtful.C篇:【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文,老龄化国家将面临着照顾大量老龄人口的重负。

高考英语翻译专项训练题100题(含答案)

高考英语翻译专项训练题100题(含答案)

高考英语翻译专项训练题100题(含答案)学校:___________姓名:___________班级:___________考号:___________一、汉译英(整句)1.如果没有我以前的老师,我就不会成为一名记者,因为是她激励了我们去为未来努力。

(But)____________________2.按照先前安排,我开车去接她,并送她到办公室。

(As, drop)____________________3.被他的团队认可和接纳,他有了一种归属感。

(sense)4.四分之一受访的学生承认过马路时被手机分心。

(survey, distract)____________________5.考虑到当日达递送服务的收费要高不少,我们不一定非得使用它。

(necessarily)6.轻松的背景音乐会对工作效率产生积极的影响吗?(effect)7.与成年人相比,年轻人更容易犯错误是因为他们不够成熟,缺少经验。

(likely)_______________8.近年来,电子白板系统应高效灵活地运用于课堂教学的想法已被广泛接受,难道不是吗? (idea)_______________9.在澳大利亚期间,他养成了每天和父母视频通话的习惯。

(habit)_______________10.应该采取措施阻止新病毒的蔓延。

(stop)_______________11.该是时候民众在日常生活中通过具体行动表达对自然的敬畏与呵护了,比如节约能源、保护野生动物等。

(It)___________________________12.不出所料,这个养身讲座吸引了社区众多老年居民。

(expect)___________________________13.“线上音乐会”不受时空的局限,为剧场未来发展提供了新机遇。

(break)___________________________14.研学的兴起让公共文化服务成为新亮点。

(rise)___________________________15.这位伟大的科学家以他杰出的学术成就,坚强的意志和乐观的态度著称于世。

高考英语阅读理解基础练习题(28)

高考英语阅读理解基础练习题(28)

高考英语阅读理解基础练习题(28)阅读理解 ----- ASuddenly all the lights on that crowded underground train went out .Then itstoppedin that dark tunnel.Wewaited. Weexpected the lights to come on again soon. But nothing happened. Then I began to smell something . Yes, I could smell smoke.So 1 asked myself, "Is thistrainon fire?" People around me then began to cry out in fear . "The train is on fire!"they cried .Then the woman standing next to me suddenly fell on the floor.I realized she wasovercome by the smoke. Then I saw flames appearing."If something does not happensoon," I said to myself, "I will be burnt alive!"But as I stood there in the dark in that crowded burning train, I could see nowayto escape .I thought, "No one can save me from certain death but God.Only God canmake a way for any of us to escape death in this train."Before the flames reached me, 1 found the open door and I climbed out of thetrain into the dark tunnel . Then as quickly as I could, I ran from the burning train downthe tunnel . Now as I ran I could hear hundreds of people that were locked in thatburningtrain, crying out for help.I knew I could do nothing to help them, so I ran on.Then for two hours I kept walking in that dark train tunnel . At last I saw a light inthe distance.I asked myself"Why did God enable me to escape death?" I decided,"God must have a purpose for saving my life.He must want me to help other peopleexperience what He could do for them."41. What caused the woman next to me to fall?A.The fire.B. Fear .C.The smoke .D. Anxiety .42. The passengers failed to escape because _____.A.they didn't find the way out B .they were too frightened to moveC.the fire and smoke were too much D, too many people were in their way43. What would the author most possibly do after he saw the exit from the tunnel?A.Going home .B. Blaming himself.C.Calling reporters.D. Returning to help.44. Between which two paragraphs can the following paragraph be put?I cried, "God, if it is not my time to die, please help me! " Then I heard a noise .It was like a door opening . It was on my right hand side . So in the dark, I at oncebegan to push my way forward to where that noise came from.A.Between Paragraphs 2 and 3.B. Between Paragraphs 3 and 4.C.Between Paragraphs 4 and 5.D. Between Paragraphs 5 and 6.【福建省漳州三中2013 一模】 DMovie ExtrasWould you mind lying in a coffin(棺材)? Would you shave your head? Are you willingto take out your false teeth?These are just a few of the questions Anne Marie Stewart and her staff sometimesask the "talent" who serve as non-speaking "extras" in special films, televisionseries, and made-for-TV movies produced in Toronto.Of course, the majority of extra calls are for more ordinary people, and Stewart has a list of about 650 registered extras. Crowd scenes, which are common, call foreveryday people of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, and sizes.Over at Movie People, last-minute requests are not unusual. "We got a requestonce for an entire brass band of 30 people. They wanted it within the hour," saidmanager Yvonne McCartney. Another time, the company got a last-minute request fora newborn baby. "We found a baby that was three weeks premature," said Jonathan Aiken, an owner of the company.Then there was the worried call from a casting director whose "Star" got doggone stubborn one day and decided to just lie down and not work. The director needed areplacement dog, fast. "We got them two in one hour." said Aiken. "It was a matterof good connections and fast phone work." The eight phone lines needed to make 350to 400 calls a day are one of Movie People's major expenses.Phone lines are the only way to stay in touch with casting directors and extras;but the latter are a group not necessarily interested in a long-term relationship. Mostextra jobs pay only $7 an hour (with a six-hour minimum), while most agenciescharge an annual $75 registration fee and get 10 to 15 per cent of extras ’ earnings.It's no wonder that the turnover rate is fairly high.Some people who are between jobs do extra work as a temporary measure, saidMcCartney. But professionals, such as lawyers, also do the work because it'sinteresting.Others with flexible jobs have a desire to do something different.Some homemakers want to get out of the house and onto a movie set. Money's not the motivating reason."One of the first things I say to people who walk in and ask about being an extra is,‘You have to be available,' "said a person at Karen Clifton Agency. Inc. "Thenext thing I say is, 'You can't make a living at this.'”68. What kind of people are movie extras?A. TV series makers.B. Casting directors.C. Non-professional movie actors.D. Agents for movie stars.69.According to the passage, movie extras should _____.A.have special talentsB.have a flexible scheduleC.make good connectionsD.make hundreds of phone calls daily70.Why do white collar workers most probably like to be movie extras?A.They want to make more money.B.They want to start a career in acting.C.They think their regular job is boring.D.They think being on the stage is enjoyable.71.The underlined wordA. business profit C. “turnover” in the sixth paragraph probably means _____.B.the loss of staff【参照答案】 68---71、CBD B阅读理解Travelling around the world with children is difficult enough, while attemptingitwithout using motorized transport is even more of challenge.Even so, Dario Schworera 42-year-old climatologist and mountain guide, and his 33-year-old wife Sabine areona journey to do just that.The Swiss couple want to travel across the world's oceans and climb the highestmountain on every continent to promote Earth-friendly ways of life."We are collecting good examples of dealing with climate change and living inharmony with nature and we want to spread such ideas." Schworer said."We want tohelp people affected by global warming and to inspire children for the future."Recently after having spent three months teaching children in the Everest region,the couple want to show it is possible to travel through the world's climatezones usi ngjust human-power and forces of nature.In the 47 countries they have visited they have collected 22 tons of trash,taughtpeople in Ecuador how the sun's rays can be used to clean water and inspireda personin Chile to build a house on water with recycled plastic bottles as a foundation . Theyhave also collected trash in the mountains of Nepal with schoolchildren.So far they have communicated with 45,000 children from South America,Australiaand Asia, giving presentations about the importance of recycling and usingalternative energy like solar and wind power.Whenthey began their adventure in 2003 they had no children of their own.Butsince then two has become five: daughter Sabine is now five years old, Andri was borninChile and baby Neo was bom in Australia.Initially the couple thought they would complete their travels in four years,but now,they believe it could take seven more."Since our belief is the need to respect nature, we travel only when conditionsaregood," Schworer said.A.To inspire their children for the future.B.To prove a travel without motorized transport.C.To promote Earth-friendly ways of life.D.To explore the secret of global warming.46. They did a lot during the travel except _____.A.collect rubbish and wasteB.build a house with recycled plastic bottlesC.communicate with local childrenD.show people how to use energy47. What's the meaning of the underlined word "Initially"?A.At the beginning B. In a wayC.In the end D.On the whole48. The best title of the passage can be _____.A.A Swiss family' journey across the worldB.Nature needs respecting and protectingC.We have a long way to make a good travelD.An eco-friendly adventure across the worldThe drug store was closing for the night.Young Alfred Higgins,the stop-assistant,was ready to go home.Mr. Carr, the boss, stared at him, saying,"Hold on, Alfred.Maybe you'd be good enough to take the things out of your pockets andleave themhere before you go." Alfred's face got red.After a little hesitation,he took out what hehad stolen.Mr. Carr said, "Maybe I should call your mother andlet her know I'mgoing to have to put you in prison."Alfred thought his mother would come, eyes burning with anger .But, to hissurprise, she arrived wearing a smile.Mr. Carr was surprised, too.He had expectedAlfred's mother to come in nervously, shaking with fear and asking with wet eyes for amercyfor her son.But no, she was most calm, quiet and pleasant and was making Mr. Carr feel guilty.Soon Mr. Carr was in agreement with what she was saying."Ofcourse",he said, "I don't want to be cruel . You are right . Sometimes, a little goodadviceis the best thing for a boy at certain times in his life and it often takes theyouthslong to get sense into their heads . " And he warmly shook Mrs. Higgins's hand .Back home, without even looking at Alfred, she said, "Luck is always against you!It is one thing after another, always has been. Why do you stand there so stupidly? Goto bed!" In his bedroom, Alfred heard his mother in the kitchen . There was no shame inhim, just pride in his mother's strength . As he got to the kitchen, he saw his motherdrinkinga cup of tea . He was shocked by what he saw.His mother's face was afrightened, broken one. It was not the same cool, bright face he saw earlier in the store .As she lifted the tea cup, her hand shaking . He watched his mother without making asound.The picture of his mother made him want to cry .He saw all the troubles hebrought his mother in her shaking hand and the deep lines of worry in her grey old faceHefelt his youth coining to an end .49. The reason why Mr. Carr felt guilty was that _____ .A.Alfred's mother appeared polite and gentleB.he should have called a policeman in firstC.he found Alfred was in fact innocentD.he thought he was partly responsible for it50. Which of the following is probably said by Mrs. Higgins w hile talking to Mr. Carr?A."Please, for God's sake, you know, he is just a kid."B."I can't believe it! You are treating my son like that!"C."You know, it takes time for a youth to truly grow up."D."Punishment makes sense because it teaches about the law."51. What does the underlined phrase "his mother's strength"(Para.3)refer to?A.Mrs. Higgins's attitude towards parental sufferings.B.Mrs. Higgins's calmness and communicating skills.C.Mrs. Higgins's love and care for her son Alfred.D.Mrs. Higgins's greatness as a woman.52. After the incident, young Alfred would probably _____.C.change his attitudes towards life D. hate Mr. Carr forhurting her mother【福建省漳州三中2013 一模】 EWhy texting harms your IQThe regular use of text messages and e-mails can lower the IQ more than twiceas much as smoking marijuana (大麻). That is the statement of researchers who havefound that tapping away on a mobile phone or checking for electronic messagestemporarily knocks up to 10 points off the user ’s IQ. This rate of decline inintelligence compares unfavorably with the four-point drop in IQ associated withsmoking marijuana, according to British researchers, who have described thephenomenon of improved stupidity as “infomania ”. The research conducted by Hewlett Packard, the technology company, has concluded that it is mainly a problem for adult workers, especially men.It is concluded that too much use of mode rn technology can damage a person ’s mind. It can cause a constant distraction of “always on” technology when employees should be concentrating on what they are paid to do. Infomania means that they loseconcentration as their minds remain fixed in an almost permanent state of readinessto react to technology instead of focusing on the task in hand. The report also added that, in a long term, the brain will be considerably shaped by what we do to it andby the experience of daily life. At a microcellular level, the complex networks ofnerve cells that make up parts of the brain actually change in response to certainexperiences.Too much use of modern technology can be damaging not only to a person ’s mind, but to their social relationship. 1100 adults were interviewed during the research.More than 62 per cent of them admitted that they were addicted to c hecking their e-mails and text messages so often that they scrutinized work-related ones even when at home or on holiday. Half said that they always responded immediately to an email and willeven interrupt a meeting to do so. It is concluded that infomania is increasing stressand anxiety and affecting one’s characteristics. Nine out of ten thought thatcolleagues who answered e-mails or messages during a face-to-face meetingwere extremely rude.The effects on IQ were studied by Dr Glenn Wilson, a psychologist at Universityof London. “This is a very real and widespread phenomenon,” he said. “We have found that infomania will damage a worker ’s performance by reducing their mental sharpness and changing their social life. Companies should encourage a more balanced andappropriate way of working. ”72. We can learn from the passage that “infomania ” ______.A. has a positive influence on one ’s IQB. results in the change of part of the brainC. lies in the problem of lack of concentrationD. is caused by too much use of modern technology73. The research mentioned in the passage is most probably about ______.A. the important function of advanced technologyB.the damage to one ’s brain done by unhealthy habitsC.the tie between intelligence and working effectivenessD.the relationship between IQ and use of modern technology74. The underlined word “scrutinized ” in Para. 3 probably means “______”.A. corrected quicklyB. copied patientlyC. examined carefullyD. admitted freely75. Which of the following shows the structure of the passage?A. B.CPCPC.P1P 2 D .CPP 1 P 2 Sp 2CP Sp 1CP: Central Point P: Point Sp: Sub-point ( 次重点 ) C: ConclusionSp 1 Sp 2P 2【参照答案】 72— 75、 DDCBP 1P1P2C P 3Sp 1 Sp 2CSp 1 Sp 2。

2021高考英语阅读理解基础训练极品题(5)

2021高考英语阅读理解基础训练极品题(5)

最新高考英语阅读理解基础训练极品题(5)及答案AI think it was my mother who taught me the meaning of honesty. Not because she actually was honest, but because she lied all the time. She felt that the easiest way out of any given situation was generally the best way out. And, for her, that generally meant telling a “little white lie”. As a young child I thought it was kind of cool. And, naturally, when I would come to her with a concern or question wondering what I should do, she generally advised me to lie.“Mom, I told Theres a that I would go over to her house, but now I would rather go to Sue's house to play.”“Tell Theresa you're sick,” she would advise. And generally I did. But I didn't seem blessed with her lack of conscience. On many painful occasions Theresa would find out that I really went to Sue's house without her. These occasions taught me that it is more painful to be caught in a lie than it is to tell the truth in the first place. I wondered how it was possible that my mother had never learned that lesson.I started thinking of all the lies that I'd heard her tell. I remembered the time she told someone that her favorite restaurant had closed, because she didn't want to see them there anymore. Or the time she told Dad that she loved the lawn­mower he gave her for her birthday. Or when she claimed that our phone lines had been down when she was trying to explain why she hadn't been in touch with a friend of hers for weeks. And what bothered me even more were all the times she had involved me into her lies. Like the time she told my guidance counselor that I had to miss school for exploratory surgery, when she really needed me to babysit. And it even started to bother me when someone would call for her and she would ask me to tell them that she wasn't there.So, I started my own personai fight against her dishonesty. When I answered the phone and it was someone my mother didn't want to talk to, I said, “Louise, mom is here, but she doesn't want to talk to you.” The first time I did it, she punished me, but I refused to apologize. I told her that I had decided that it was wrong to lie. And the next time it happened I did the same thing. Finally, she approached me and said, “I agree that lying is not the best thing to do, but we need to find away to be honest without bei ng rude.” She admitted that her methods weren't right, and I admitted that mine were a bit too extreme.Over the past few years, the two of us have worked together to be honest—and yet kind. Honesty should mean more than not lying. It should mean speaking the truth in kindness. Though I started by trying to teach my mom the importance of honesty,I ended up gaining a deeper understanding of the meaning of the term.1. The author's mother ________.A. thought white lies were not liesB. helped the author get out of trouble with white liesC. told the author to lie when in troubleD. taught the author the importance of being honest2. The author ________.A. was thankful to her mother's adviceB. felt more awkward when being caught lyingC. found that telling the truth hurt more than telling a lieD. felt guilty when hurting people with her honesty3. It can be inferred that the author's mother ________.A. met her friends in the same restaurant regularlyB. didn't get along with the author's teachersC. was not popular among her friendsD. wanted to have something else for her birthday4. Finally the author and her mother agreed that ________.A. kind­heartedness is more important than honestyB. appropriate methods are the key to telling a good lieC. honesty is defined as kindness as well as truthfulnessD. absolute honesty is basic to good interpersonal relationships【参考答案】1—4、CBDC阅读理解--------D(最新·西安市标准化考练,D)Up to 45 rare species of Australian animals are in danger of becoming extinct within 20 years, scientists warned in a report. But hope is not lost! According tothe report, the species can be saved if immediate action is taken to control their natural predators (天敌) and other threats.The threatened animals can be found in the faraway Kimberley region of northwestern Australia. The region is similar in square miles to California. Thirty percent of the endangered species are unique to the region, while others have already disappeared in other parts of Australia.Dr. Tara Martin, a research scientist said in the report, “A large extinction event is happening in Australia. The north has really been the last stronghold (主要栖息地) for many species of birds and mammals and reptiles. The Kimberley is really their last chance on earth.”Many of the species are under threat because they are hunted by wild cats. These cats kill around 500 000 native animal s in the Kimberley region every day. The species face another threat, too. Their native habitat is also being destroyed by wildfires and by wild donkeys and goats that compete for food and water. Humans introduced cats, donkeys and goats to Australia to be farm animals or pets. However, their populations have exploded in the region because they have few natural predators.The report calls for $ 95 million to immediately start protection programs. The report also suggests reducing wild donkey and goat populations in the region, building fences, fighting wildfires and educating the community about how to help the endangered species. Richard Hobbs, an ecologist at the University of Western Australia, says the costs are worthwhile because the measures will not be too difficult to carry out.文章大意:本文是一篇调查报告。

高考英语阅读理解基础精品题练习_

高考英语阅读理解基础精品题练习_

定额市鞍钢阳光实验学校2014高考英语阅读理解基础精品题练习(15)及答案阅读理解When a Filipino lady is to be married, she will be the busiest person in the scene. She wants her big day to be great and memorable because most Filipinos marry only once. The bride-to be, usually loses weight before her big day because of stress, Those who can afford to pay for a wedding planner are free from worries. But average Filipinos who have no wedding planner have many things to prepare. Most brides starts with the with the small details.The color or the designLadies are particular about color combinations. They will make sure that the flowers will perfectly match the dresses of the bride’s maids and the flower girls. The small flower worn by the wedding host is in perfect combination with the whole design.The souvenirs(纪念品)Most Filipino brides make their own wedding souvenirs to give away to their guests. They will buy the material and make the souvenirs themselves. They will spend their precious time to make them very attractive to their guests. They will be satisfied when their guests say,“Wow, I like it,”To them, it’s worth the hard work.Preparing the invitations is a stressful job for the bride and the groom. They will starts with the listings of all possible guests. It’s stressful because if their budget is good only for 50 people and the expected guests on the list is 100, there is a problem. Filipinos think their friends and relatives will feel bad if they do not receive an invitation; whether they can attend or not, they are expecting an invitation. Usually, the couple will stretch their budget for the extras just not to disappoint friends and relatives.64.Filipino ladies to be marred will .A.not have to worry B.have much work to doC.invite a wedding planner D.organize the wedding all by herself 65.What can we infer from the passage?A.The wedding host can wear any flower.B.The wedding souvenirs are usually expensiveC.A Filipino lady gets married only once because of stress.D.Even if a friend can’t attend a wedding, he still wants to receive an invitation.66.What’s the best title of the last paragraph?A.The Wedding Invitations B.The Wedding DressC.The Wedding Budget D.The Wedding Problem67.The writer wrote the passage to .A.tell us how to have a happy weddingB.tell us the Filipino wedding traditionC.teach us how to write wedding invitation cardsD.show us how a Filipino lady prepare for a wedding第一节阅读理解(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

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2014高考英语阅读理解基础精品训练题(114)及答案阅读理解----------BAlzheimer's disease affects millions of people around the world. American researchers say the disease will affect more than one hundred million people worldwide by the year twenty fifty. That would be four times the current number. Researchersand doctors have been studying Alzheimer's patients for a century. Yet the cause and cure for the mental sickness are still unknown. However, some researchers have madeimportant steps towards understanding it.Several early signs of the disease involve memory and thought processes. At first, patients have trouble remembering little things. Later, they have trouble remembering more important things, such as the names of their children.There are also some physical tests that might show who is at risk of developingAlzheimer's disease. The tests look for proteins in brain and spinal cord fluid. The proteins appear to be found only in people with the disease. The protein testscorrectly identify the presence of the disease in about ninety percent of patients.Now, a much simpler physical test to predict Alzheimer's risk has been developed. Researchers found that trouble with the sense of smell can be one of the first signsof Alzheimer's. Using this information, they developed a test in which people wereasked to identify twelve familiar smells. These smells included cinnamon, black pepper, chocolate, paint thinner, and smoke.The study continued for five years. During this period, the same people were asked to take several tests measuring their memory and thought abilities. Fifty percentof those who could not identify at least four of the smells in the first test hadtrouble with their memory and thinking in the next five years.Another study has shown a possible way to reduce a person's chances of developing Alzheimer's disease in old age. Researchers in Chicago found that people who use their brains more often are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. Those who read anewspaper, or play chess or word games are about three times less likely to developthe condition.Researchers say they still do not know what causes Alzheimer's disease. But theysay these findings might help prevent the disease in the future.6. What’s the main idea of the passage?A. Some early signs of the Alzheimer's disease.B. Some physical tests about Alzheimer's disease.C. The research about Alzheimer's disease.D. The patients of Alzheimer's disease.7. What’s the current number of Alzheimer’s patients?A. 100 millionB. 25 millionC. 400 millionD. 2050 million8. What is NOT t he early signs of the Alzheimer's disease according to the passage?A. Poor memoryB. Proteins exist in the brain.C. Trouble with the sense of smell.D. Less use of the brain.9. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 1 refer to?A. Alzheimer's disease.B. Alzheimer's patients.C. The cause and cure.D. The research.10. According to the passage, we can learn that _______.A. there are no proteins in the brains of the people with no Alzheimer's diseaseB. the people who often use their brains will not get Alzheimer's diseaseC. researchers and doctors have found ways to cure Alzheimer's diseaseD. the people who have the trouble with the sense of smell will certainly sufferfrom Alzheimer's disease[全解全析]本文主要讲述对老人痴呆症的研究。

C 主旨大意题。

根据全文所讨论的内容得知,选项A, B, D选项在文章中有讨论过, 但不全面。

B 细节理解题。

由第一段第二,第三行可知:到2050年老人痴呆症病人的人数会达到100 million, 也就是现在的4倍,现在的人数就是25 million。

D 细节理解题。

A, B, C都是老人痴呆症的早期特征, D项指少用脑只会更容易得老人痴呆症, 而不是它的早期特征。

A 词义猜测题。

根据上文和此句的意义可知答案。

A 推理判断题。

由第三段The proteins appear to be found only in people with the disease 可推断出答案。

CWhen I met him, I had a lot of anger inside of me. I’ve lived my whole life in Spanish Harlem, but in my neighborhood, there are shoot-ups all the time. I know kids who have been shot or beaten up. I have friends who ended up in prison. I could haveended up that way, too, but Mr. Clark wouldn’t let that happen.Mr. Clark worked long hours, making sure I did my work. My grades rose. In fact,the scores of our whole class rose. One day, he took our class to see The Phantom of the Opera, and it was the first time some kids had ever been out of Harlem. Beforethe show, he treated us to dinner at a restaurant and taught us not to talk with ourmouths full. We did not want to let him down.Mr. Clark was selected as Disney’s 2000 Teacher of the Year. He said he woulddraw three names out of a hat; those students would go with him to Los Angeles toget the award. But when the time came to draw names, Mr. Clark said, “You’re all going.” On graduation day, there were a lot of tears. We didn’t want his class to end.In 2001, he moved to Atlanta, but he always kept in touch. He started giving lectures about education, and wrote a bestselling book based on his classroom rules, The Essential 55.In 2003, Mr. Clark took some of us on a trip to South Africa to deliver schoolsupplies and visit the orphanages (孤儿院). It was the most amazing experience ofmy life. It’s now my dream to one day start a group of women’s clubs, helping people from all backgrounds.11. Without Mr. Clark, the writer .A. might have been put into prisonB. might not have won the prizeC. might have joined a women’s clubD. might not have moved to Atlanta12. The Essential 55 is .A. a showB. a speechC. a classroom ruleD. a book13. How many students’ names were finally drawn out of a hat by Mr. Clark?A. NoneB. ThreeC. Fifty-fiveD. All14. What can we learn in the passage?A. It was in Harlem that we saw The Phantom of the Opera for the first time.B. Mr. Clark taught us not to talk with our mouths full, and we did.C. Mr. Clark was selected as Disney’s 2000 Teacher of the Year in Los Angeles.D. In 2003, Mr. Clark moved to Atlanta, and he always kept in touch with us.15. In the passage, the writer intends to tell us that .A. Mr. Clark went to South Africa because he liked travelingB. Mr. Clark helped to set up a group of women’s clubsC. a good teacher can help r aise his or her students’ scoresD. a good teacher has a good influence on his or her students【参考答案】11—15、11-20 ADABDDCan people change their skin color without suffering like pop king Michael Jackson? Perhaps yes. Scientists have found the gene that determines skin color.The gene comes in two versions, one of which is found in 99 per cent of Europeans.The other is found in 93 to 100 per cent of Africans, researchers at PennsylvaniaState University report in the latest issue of Science.Scientists have changed the color of a dark-striped zebrafish(斑马鱼) to uniform gold by inserting a version of the pigment (色素) gene into a young fish. As with humans, zebrafish skin color is determined by pigment cells, which contain melanin(黑色素). The number, size and darkness of melanin per pigment cell determine skincolor.It appears that, like the golden zebrafish, light-skinned Europeans also havea mutation (变异) in the gene for melanin production. This results in less pigmentedskin.However, Keith Cheng, leader of the research team, points out that the mutationis different in human and zebrafish genes.Humans a cquired dark skin in Africa about 1.5 million years ago to protect bodies from ultra-violet rays of the sun (太阳光紫外线), which can cause skin cancer.But when modern humans leave Africa to live in northern latitudes, they need moresunlight on their skin to produce vitamin D. So the related gene changes, accordingto Cheng.Asians have the same version of the gene as Africans, so they probably acquired their light skin through the action of some other gene that affects skin color, saidCheng.The new discovery could lead to medical treatments for skin cancer. It also could lead to research into ways to change skin color without damaging it like chemicaltreatment did on Michael Jackson.16. The passage mainly tells us that ________.A. people can not change their skin color without any painB. the new discovery could lead to research into ways to change skin color safelyC. pop king Michael Jackson often changed his skin color as he likedD. scientists have found out that people’s skin color is determined by the gene17. It can be inferred from the passage that ________.A. nowadays people who want to change their skin color have to suffer a lot fromthe damage caused by the chemical treatmentB. Europeans and Africans have the same geneC. the new discovery could help to find medical treatments for skin cancerD. there are two kinds of genes18. Scientists have done an experiment on a dark-striped zebrafish in order to________.A. find the different genes of humans’B. prove the humans’ skin color is determined by the pigment geneC. find out the reason why the Africans’ skin color is darkD. find out the ways of changing people’s skin c olor19. The reason why Europeans are light-skinned is probably that _____A. they are born light-skinned peopleB. light-skinned Europeans have mutation in the gene for melanin productionC. they have fewer activities outsideD. they pay much attention to protecting their skin20. The writer’s attitude towards the discovery is ________.A. neutral(中立的)B. negativeC. positiveD. indifferent(冷漠)【参考答案】16—20、DABBC阅读理解-----------CSlang is a popular, less official and often very current form of language. It isan important part of a living language and is constantly changing as language changes. Slang is often playful, direct and sometimes less respectful than the more officialand traditional version of language. So now I'm going to lay it on you! To “lay it on” is American slang for “to tell” or “to explain.”Slang can take many forms. For example, slang can be local to one city or area.In Washington, D.C. there is a whole set of slang to describe politics and businessin the city. For example, the term POTUS stands for President of the United States.POTUS c an often be found with his wife, FLOTUS, the first lady of the United States. “Inside the Beltway” is a popular expression that describes the area of Washington, D.C. The beltway is the large highway that circles the city.The Internet has helped create a whole new kind of computer-related slang. An“angry fruit salad” is an expression that describes a Web s ite with too many bright colors. “Netiquette” is slang for correct behavior when using the Internet.Young people often develop the latest slang. For example, to say Special English“rocks” or is “phat” means Special English is really great. A “kegger” is aparty where beer is served. If something is “wack” it is wild and crazy.Different professions often have their own slang as well. For example, medicalworkers might ref er to a complaining patient as a “gomer”. A "tough stick" is someone whose veins are difficult to find when he or she needs to have blood taken.No matter how well you speak English, there are always new and interesting slangwords to discover. There are entire dictionaries for describing slang. Many expertsdo not even agree on what is and what is not slang. Often slang words later becomea part of officially accepted language. Official or not, slang is an energetic andexciting part of the American language that continues to change.11. Which of the following is NOT t rue for slang compared with the official language?A. PlayfulB. DirectC. Less respectfulD. More official12. It can be inferred from the passage that______.A. if you speak English very well, there is no problem for you to understand EnglishspeakersB. slang words are created by people in their daily lifeC. English speakers are clear whether it is a slangD. slang words will never be accepted as official language13. Which of the following is not mentioned to have helped create slang?A. The internet.B. Young people.C. President of the United States.D. Professions14. Where do you think is the passage adapted from?A. A radio speechB. A magazine.C. A textbook.D. A newspaper.15. Which of the following can be the best title of this passage?A. What is slang?B. Slang is popularC. Who creates slang?D. Slang is a language.[全解全析]本文主要介绍了美国俚语的一些情况。

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