高考英语阅读理解专项训练——文化类
【英语】高考英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练及答案
【英语】高考英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练及答案一、高中英语阅读理解社会文化类1．阅读理解Theaters of the PastThe Greek TheaterTheaters developed in many parts of Greece. Ancient Greek theaters were built in natural open air sites on conveniently shaped hills. This allowed a great mass of people to enjoy a show at a time. Due to this, actors placed emphasis on exaggerated (夸张的) action and speech. And, colorful symbolic masks and costumes were used.The Medieval TheaterThe Medieval theater started in churches. That's why medieval plays were about Bible stories. At first, it became a custom for priests (牧师) to act out brief scenes during Christmas and Easter. These acts attracted large crowds. Finally the church refused to allow priests to participate in any such events again, so ordinary people began these performances outside. Performances were set in the town square, with several stage settings around it.The Elizabethan TheaterThe England's theater developed rapidly in the years following the defeat of the Spanish Navy. The dominant feature of Elizabethan theater was the stage. It has three parts: The fore stage for outside scenes; the inner stage for scenes inside a building; an upper stage or balcony for various purposes. The reason for this design is that there were no scene changes, or breaks during the play. Very little scenery was used, so the actors had to create a scene through their voices and dialogues. This led to a more poetic script, and poets became the main source of script writing.The Restoration TheaterSome of the plays told sad stories, but the majority of the plays were really funny. Many specialized machines were used to create the scene. The stage was a very clever idea , in that on the sides of the stage large back shutters (百叶窗) were painted with the scene.（1）Why were ancient Greek theaters built on hills?A.To hold a large audience.B.To build a big and strong stage.C.To have a better sound effect.D.To emphasize exaggerated performances.（2）In which theater could actors' voices and speech help create scenes?A.The Greek Theater.B.The Medieval Theater.C.The Elizabethan Theater.D.The Restoration Theater.（3）What is special about the Restoration Theater?A.Colorful masks were used.B.The stage was smartly designed.C.Most of its plays were sorrowful.D.Ordinary people were the performers.【答案】（1）A（2）C（3）B【解析】【分析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了四个古代的剧院。
高考英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练100(附答案)含解析
高考英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练100(附答案)含解析一、高中英语阅读理解社会文化类1．阅读理解I travel a lot, and I find out different "styles"(风格)of directions every time I ask " How can I get to the post office?"Foreign tourists are often confused(困惑的)in Japan because most streets there don't have names. In Japan, people use landmarks(地标)in their directions instead of street names. For example, the Japanese will say to travelers, " Go straight down to the corner. Turn left at the big hotel and go past a fruit market. The post office is across from the bus stop."In the countryside of the American Midwest, there are not usually many landmarks. There are no mountains, so the land is very flat. In many places there are no towns or buildings within miles. Instead of landmarks, people will tell you directions and distances. In Kansas or Iowa, for example, people will say, " Go north two miles. Turn east, and then go another mile.People in Los Angeles, California, have no idea of distance on the map. They measure distance in time, not miles. " How far away is the post office?" you ask. " Oh," they answer, " it's about five minutes from here." You say, " Yes, but how many miles is it?" They don't know.It's true that a person doesn't know the answer to your question sometimes. What happens in such a situation? A New Yorker might say, " Sorry, I have no idea." But in Yucatan, Mexico, no one answers " I don't know". People in Yucatan believe that "I don't know" is impolite. They usually give an answer, often a wrong one. A tourist can get very, very lost in Yucatan!（1）When a tourist asks the Japanese the way to a certain place, they usually _______.A.describe the place carefullyB.show him a map of the placeC.tell him the names of the streetsD.refer to recognizable buildings and places（2）What is the place where people measure distance in time?A.New York.B.Los Angles.C.KansasD.Lowa.（3）People inYucatan may give a tourist a wrong answer ________.A.in order to save timeB.as a testC.so as to be politeD.for fun（4）What can we infer from the text?A.It's important for travelers to understand cultural differences.B.It's useful for travelers to know how to ask the way properly.C.People have similar understanding of politeness.D.New Yorkers are generally friendly to visitors.【答案】（1）D（2）B（3）C（4）A【解析】【分析】本文是一篇说明文，作者围绕不同国家回答问路的风格，介绍了不同国度的不同文化。
(英语)高考英语阅读理解(教育文化)练习题及答案及解析
（英语）高考英语阅读理解(教育文化)练习题及答案及解析一、高中英语阅读理解教育文化类1．阅读理解As a Fulbright（富布莱特法案基金）scholar at Yale, I wanted very much to get some individual help from some famous professors, but their office-hours were only once a week and there were always students waiting outside. At first, I was too polite to get their help. Then I realized that Chinese politeness does not work in this society. I needed to be aggressive to get what I wanted. I also noticed that Chinese students or Asian students were very polite in class while American students often interrupted the professor, asking questions and dominating the discussion. The Chinese students were not as aggressive as American students.I was impressed by the role of the professor in the class. The professor didn't act as an authority, giving final conclusions, but as a researcher looking for answers to questions together with the students. One linguistic feature of his interacting with his students was that he used many modal verbs-far more than I did in Beiwai. When answering questions, he usually said: "thisis my personal opinion and it could be wrong. It would be a good idea if you could read the book I mentioned the other day." Or," You may find the book I recommended helpful." Or, "You could be right, but you might find this point of view also interesting." When making comments on students' performances, the professor usually said:" It might have been much clearer if you had taken in some of the ideas we discussed earlier this semester."In China, authorities are always supposed to give wise decisions and correct directions. Therefore students always expect the professor to give an answer to the question. I still remember how annoyed they were when foreign teachers did not provide such an answer. Their expectations from authorities are much higher than those of American students. Once the Chinese students got the answer, they were sure about it. That is why they make far more certain statement than American students. That is why Chinese students find it difficult to use modal verbs because the function of modal verbs is to provide room for negotiation and different ideas.（1）The American professors use many modal verbs because they want to______.A. argue with their studentsB. be more sure about their answersC. express their ideas more clearlyD. develop their students' own way of thinking（2）Which of the following statements best expresses the author's idea?A. Chinese professors can always give correct answer to the question.B. American professors are not responsible since they don't give students answers.C. American education produces aggressive students.D. Education in China is not helpful in developing students' creativity.（3）Which of the following methods did the author mainly employ in developing the article?A. Comparison and contrast.B. Cause and effect.C. Giving examples.D. Description.（4）What is the author's attitude towards education in U.S.?A. PositiveB. NegativeC. NeutralD. Unsure【答案】（1）D（2）D（3）A（4）C【解析】【分析】文章描述中西方不同的文化背景下，学生的学习方式和表达方式的不同。
高三英语高考练习阅读理解之文化类(一)通用
现吨市安达阳光实验学校Passage 1The year 2009 is the Year of Ox. The ox is a representative of the fanning culture of China. In the farming economy （经济）， oxen are the major animals pulling plows （犁）。
Of course, the good of oxen is not limited to plowing. In fact, they are seen as "boats on land" for their ability to carry loads. Besides, the whole body of an ox is full of treasures. Their meat and milk are food full of nutrition, and their skin can be used to make clothes and shoes. With all these qualities, oxen are regarded as generous creatures.In the past, oxen played an important role in the spiritual life of the Chinese. Even today, oxen still play a special part in some folk activities. For example, some people who1ive in southwest China will cook cattle bone soup and share it among family members when holding the ceremony for children who reach 13. They believe that the cattle bone soup represents the blood relationship among family members. In order to express their love for oxen, people in some other areas will run to shake off diseases on the 16th day of the first month by the lunar calendar （农历）， and during their run they will take their oxen along, which indicates they regard the creature as human.Because of the contribution of oxen in their lives, the Chinese people are very grateful to the animal. In addition, the use of oxen in ceremonies and the thanks people owe to oxen help to develop various traditional customs, which becomes an important part of the folk culture of the Chinese nation.60. The words "boats an land" underlined in Paragraph 2 refer to __A. animals for taking goodsB. creatures for pulling plowsC. treasures of the folk cultureD. tools in the farming economy6l. From the third paragraph, we know that _______A. oxen are no more important today than in the pastB. ceremonies are held when people cook cattle bone soupC. oxen are treated as human in some areas of ChinaD. people run with oxen to shake off diseases every month62. Which of the following helps to develop traditional customs?[来源:学科ZXXK]A. The special role of oxen in frowning.[来源:学。
(英语)高三英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练100(附答案)及解析
（英语）高三英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练100(附答案)及解析一、高中英语阅读理解社会文化类1．阅读理解It is commonly believed that the earliest Chinese paper-cutsappeared during the sixth century. Some scholars believe it was even earlier.Legend has it that during the Western Han Dynasty(206BC-AD24), Emperor Wudi wasvery sad after one of his favorite concubines, Madame Li, died. A Taoistpriest, Li Shaoweng, cut a piece of hemp paper in the shape of Madame Li. Whenevening fell, the emperor's servants lit candles in his bedroom; the reflectionof that paper-cut on the wall made the emperor think about his belovedconcubine.The Yuxian paper-cut is different from most paper-cutsproduced in other regions of China. Paper-cuts from other regions are mostlycut with scissors or knives from single-colored paper, such as red or blackpaper.There are four major procedures to making the Yuxianpaper-cut: First, sketch the pattern on the draft paper; second, fasten thedraft to the paper to be cut; third, use a knife to carve out the pattern; andfourth, dye (染色)the paper-cut with various colors.Precise cutting skills are needed to make a piece of theYuxian paper-cut, which highlights the craft maker's artistic taste and dyeingskills. That explains the following saying: "The successful making of aYuxian paper-cut is 30 percent dependent on the maker's cutting skills, and 70percent on the maker's dyeing skills."The traditional Yuxian paper-cut highlights two themes:flowers and characters in Chinese operas. The paper-cut is particularly knownfor its vivid description of characters in various traditional Chinese operas.In October 2009, the art of Yuxian's paper-cut was added to the list ofIntangible Cultural Heritage (非物质文化遗产) established by UNESCO (United NationsEducational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization).（1）The first paragraph is actually about___________.A. Emperor Wudi's favorite concubineB. the origins of Chinese paper-cutsC. the inventor of Chinese paper-cutD. one of the themes of Yuxian paper-cut（2）Which is the most important skill of making paper-cut?A. Drawing skill.B. Cutting skill.C. Dyeing skill.D. Carving skill（3）According to the passage, the Yuxian paper-cut is especially famous for its__________.A. lively images of characters in classic operasB. traditional Chinese operasC. Chinese cultural influence on operasD. advanced cutting techniques（4）What is the best title for the passage?A. The Earliest Chinese LegendB. The Yuxian Paper-cut SkillsC. Emperor Wudi's Sad StoryD. Chinese Yuxian Paper-cut【答案】（1）B（2）C（3）A（4）D【解析】【分析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了中国蔚县剪纸。
【英语】高考英语阅读理解(教育文化)试题经典及解析
【英语】高考英语阅读理解(教育文化)试题经典及解析一、高中英语阅读理解教育文化类1．阅读理解It's a common belief that the roles actors play might somehow reflect their true personalities. It's usually not true, but British actress Phoebe Waller-Bridge, 34, is an exception.Just like Fleabag, the character she played in the comedy-drama series of the same name, Waller-Bridge feels that her life is a mess. "It's just really wonderful to know that a dirty and messed up woman can make it to the Emmys," she said. She may be "messed up", but Variety magazine calls her an "all-around icon".Last month, Waller-Bridge took home three Emmy awards for her work on Fleabag —best writing in a comedy series, best lead actress, and best comedy series.Her success is partly because of her family. Waller-Bridge was brought up in a free environment. Her mother always told her, "You can be whatever you want if you imagine it." So Waller-Bridge broke all the rules about what a "good" girl should do. "Our laws and moral codes don't apply —she lives without fear of consequence," The Sun noted.That fearlessness extends to being authentic (真实的) in her writing and acting. Unlike the can-do heroines and strong, successful women in many TV dramas, Waller-Bridge shows a flawed but real character. The character Fleabag was a screw-up who always found a way to say or do the wrong thing. "It resonated with the lives of stressed-out women everywhere in reality — doing their best to find balance in their lives," a viewer wrote on US movie website.Villanelle in Killing Eve, another hit TV series developed by Waller-Bridge, was a little bit violent but showed no interest for the rules others created, which make many people see themselves in her."People have been scared to write characters like these. But I think, now, women are so relieved to have this new template (样板). And, aren't we all a bit of everything?" Waller-Bridge said in an interview with Indian Express.With such courage and sincerity, Waller-Bridge is, without a doubt, a "golden girl" in Hollywood, Australian news website The New Daily commented.（1）What is the article mainly about?A.What helped Waller-Bridge succeed in comedy.B.The popularity of the comedy-drama series Fleabag.C.What inspired Waller-Bridge to take up writing and acting.D.The similarities between Phoebe Waller-Bridge and the character she plays on Fleabag.（2）How did Waller-Bridge's parents influence her growth?A.They pushed her to follow social codes.B.They constantly encouraged her to be herself.C.They always reminded her to be curious and fearless.D.They taught her to write and act when she was young.（3）The underlined phrase "resonated with" in Paragraph 7 probably means "__________".A.messed upB.paid attention toC.had great effects onD.was in agreement with（4）What do Villanelle in Killing Eve and Fleabag in Fleabag have in common?A.Both are courageous and organized.B.Both are much alike in character.C.Both successfully find balance in their lives.D.Both are rebellious but strong and successful.【答案】（1）A（2）B（3）D（4）B【解析】【分析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了喜剧演员沃勒·布里奇，因其真诚的个性特点在喜剧上获得了成功，说明了勇于表达真实的自己更为人们欣赏。
(英语) 高考英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练100(附答案)含解析
（英语）高考英语阅读理解(社会文化)专项训练100(附答案)含解析一、高中英语阅读理解社会文化类1．阅读理解In India, one of the most significant festivals is Diwali, which falls between October and November. It's a five-day celebration that includes good food, fireworks, colored sand, and special candles and lamps.In honor of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, people make special prayers on the first day to obtain blessings for welfare, succcss, and well-being. People welcome the goddess into their homes by decorating entrances with colorful lanterns and traditional designs. In addition, many people treat themselves to fine jewelry, praying for good fortune. Those who cannot afford so much, seek out cheaper items such as clothes or household goods.The second day of the festival is called Kali Chaudas. For some, the day provides an opportunity to drive away misfortune from homes and businesses. They decorate their homes with clay lamps and create design patterns called rangoli on the floor using colored powder or sand.The third day is when the biggest celebrations occur, which begin early in the morning with a visit to a temple to seek the blessings of the goddess. As the sun sets, festival observers light up their homes with small lamps and enjoy delicious traditional foods with their loved ones.The festival's fourth day is celebrated in many different ways. Friends and relatives visit with gifts, sweets and best wishes for the season.And the final day of the festival is called Bhai Oooj It honors the close bond between brothers and sisters and is observed with traditional ceremonies and more delicious food.For children in India, Diwali is similar to Christmas. They get all entire week off from school and are treated to gifts, new clothes, amazing food, and, in the past at least, a large number of fireworks. It is no wonder that the festival ranks high among the country's favorite celebrations.（1）People celebrate the first day of Diwali mainly for______.A.good fortune.B.colorful lanternsC.expensive jewelryD.traditional designs（2）What's the probable purpose of creating "rangoli" on the floor?A.To design traditional patterns.B.To produce colored powder or sand.C.To help get rid of bad luck.D.To produce an opportunity in business.（3）What is a man likely to do on the last day of the festival?A.Exchange gifts and best wishes with his loved ones.B.Be busy decorating his home during the day.C.Get together with his sisters and brothers.D.Light up his home with small lamps.（4）Which of the following may not be a reason for children's love of Diwali?A.Having a week off.B.Getting Christmas gifts.C.Enjoying amazing food.D.Setting off fireworks.【答案】（1）A（2）C（3）C（4）B【解析】【分析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了印度最重要的节日之一——排灯节。
高考英语阅读理解(教育文化)题20套(带答案)含解析
高考英语阅读理解(教育文化)题20套(带答案)含解析一、高中英语阅读理解教育文化类1．阅读理解When a child is told he is "uncool", it can be very painful. He may say he doesn't care, and even act in ways that are opposite of cool on purpose(故意地). But these are simple ways to deal with sadness by pretending it's not there.Helping a child feel better in school has to be careful. If you say, "Why are you worried about what other children think about you? It doesn't matter!" Children know that it does matter. Instead, an active way may be best. You could say, "I'm going to do a couple of things for you to help you feel better in school."If a boy is having trouble making friends, the teacher can help him. The teacher can arrange things so that he has chances to use his abilities to contribute to class projects. This is how the other children learn how to value his good qualities and to like him. A teacher can also raise a child's popularity in the group by showing that he values that child. It even helps to put him in a seat next to a very popular child, or let him be a partner with that child in activities, etc.There are things that parents can do at home, too. Be friendly when your child brings others home to play. Encourage him to invite friends to meals and then serve the dishes they consider "super". When you plan trips, picnics, movies, and other shows, invite another child with whom your child wants to be friends.What you can do is give him a chance to join a group that may be shutting him out. Then, if he has good qualities, he can start to build real friendship of his own.（1）A child who has been informed of being "uncool" may .A.care nothing about itB.do something uncool on purposeC.develop a sense of angerD.pretend to get hurt very much（2）A teacher can help an unpopular child by .A.seeing the child as the teacher's favouriteB.asking the child to do something for partnersC.forcing other children to make friends with the childD.offering the child chances to show his good qualities（3）How can parents help their child fit in better?A.By taking him to have picnics in the park.B.By being kind to his schoolmates.C.By forcing him to invite friends home.D.By cooking delicious food for him.【答案】（1）B（2）D（3）B【解析】【分析】本文是一篇议论文，论述了在学校里的老师及在家里的父母都可以做很多事情来让不受欢迎的孩子受到欢迎。
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2009年高考英语阅读理解专项训练——文化类
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A characteristic of American culture that has become almost a tradition is to respect the self-made man — the man who has risen to the top through his own efforts, usually beginning by working with his hands. While the leader in business or industry or the college professor occupies
a higher social position and commands greater respect in the community than the common laborer or even the skilled factory worker, he may take pains to point out that his father started life in America as a farmer or laborer of some sort.
This attitude toward manual(体力的) labor is now still seen in many aspects of American life. One is invited to dinner at a home that is not only comfortably but even luxuriously (豪华地) furnished and in which there is every evidence of the fact that the family has been able to afford foreign travel, expensive hobbies, and college education for the children; yet the hostess probably will cook the dinner herself, will serve it herself and will wash dishes afterward, furthermore the dinner will not consist merely of something quickly and easily assembled from contents of various cans and a cake or a pie bought at the nearby bakery. On the contrary, the hostess usually takes pride in careful preparation of special dishes. A professional man may talk about washing the car, digging in his flowerbeds, painting the house. His wife may even help with these things, just as he often helps her with the dishwashing. The son who is away at college may wait on table and wash dishes for his living, or during the summer he may work with a construction gang on a highway in order to pay for his education.
1. From paragraph 1, we can know that in America _________.
A. people tend to have a high opinion of the self-made man
B. people can always rise to the top through their won efforts
C. college professors win great respect from common workers
C. people feel painful to mention their fathers as labors.
2. According to the passage, the hostess cooks dinner herself mainly because _________.
A. servants in American are hard to get
B. she takes pride in what she can do herself。