高三英语课外阅读the two brothers
小学英语安徒生童话系列(一)TwoBrothers两兄弟阅读素材
Two Brothersby Hans Christian Andersen（1859）ON one of the Danish islands，where oldThingstones，the seats of j ustice of ourforefathers，still stand in the cornfields，and hugetre es rise in the forests of beech，there lies a littletown whose low houses are covered with red tiles.Inone of these houses strange t hings were brewingover the glowing coals on the open hearth；therewa s a boiling going on in glasses，and a mixing anddistilling，while herbs were being cut up and pounded in mortars.An elderly man lo oked after itall.“One must only do the right thing，”he said；“yes，the right—the correct thing.Onemust find out the truth conc erning every created particle，and keep to that.”In the room with the good housewife sat her two sons；they were s till small，but hadGREat thoughts.Their mother，too，had always s poken to them of right and justice，andexhorted them to keep to th e truth，which she said was the countenance of the Lord in thiswor ld.the elder of the boys looked roguish and enterprising.He took a de light in reading of theforces of nature，of the sun and the moon；no fairy tale pleased him so much.Oh，howbeautiful it must be，he thought，to go on voyages of discovery，or to find out how toimitate the wings of birds and then to be able to fly！Yes，to find that out was the rightthing.Father was right，and mother wa s right—truth holds the world together.the younger brother was quieter，and buried himself entirely in his books.When he readabout Jacob dressing himself in sheep-skins to p ersonify Esau，and so to usurp his brother'sbirthright，he would cl ench his little fist in anger against the deceiver；when he read o f tyrantsand of the injustice and wickedness of the world，tears wo uld come into his eyes，and he wasquite filled with the thought of the justice and truth which must and would triumph.One evening he was lying in bed，but the curtains were not yet dr awn close，and the lightstreamed in upon him；he had taken his bo ok into bed with him，for he wanted to finishreading the story of Solon.His thoughts lifted and carried him away a wonderful distanc e；itseemed to him as if the bed had become a ship flying along under full sail.Was he dreaming，or what was happening？It glided over the rolling waves and across the ocean of time，and tohim came the voice of Solon；spoken in a strange tongue，yet intelligible to him，he heardthe Danish mot to：“By law the land is ruled.”the genius of the human race stood in the humble room，bent down over the bed andimprinted a kiss on the boy's forehead：“Be thou strong in fame and strong in the battle oflife！With tru th in thy heart fly toward the land of truth！”the elder brother was not yet in bed；he was standing at the wind ow looking out at themist which rose from the meadows.They were no t elves dancing out there，as their old nursehad told him；he kne w better—they were vapours which were warmer than the air，and tha t iswhy they rose.A shooting star lit up the sky，and the boy'sthoughts passed in a second fromthe vapours of the earth up to th e shining meteor.The stars gleamed in the heavens，and itseemed as if long golden threads hung down from them to the earth.“Fly with me，”sang a voice，which the boy heard in his heart. And the mighty genius ofmankind，swifter than a bird and than an arrow—swifter than anything of earthly origin—carried him out into space，where the heavenly bodies are bound together by the rays t hatpass from star to star.Our earth revolved in the thin air，and the cities upon it seemed to lieclose to each other.Through the spheres echoed the words：“What is near，what is far，when thou art lifted by the mighty genius of mind？”And again the boy stood by the window，gazing out，whilst his you nger brother lay inbed.Their mother called them by their names：“Anders Sandoe”and“Hans Christian.”Denmark and the whole world knows them—the two brothers Orsted.在丹麦的一个岛上，在麦粟田中间高高兀出古议事会址1的所在，在生长着高大的山毛榉树林的地方，有一个很小的镇子 2.这里矮小屋子都是红顶的。
双语安徒生童话：TwoBrothers两兄弟
双语安徒生童话：TwoBrothers两兄弟ON one of the Danish islands， where oldThingstones， the seats of justice of ourforefathers， still stand in the cornfields，and hugetrees rise in the forests of beech， there lies a littletown whose low houses are covered with red tiles. Inone of these houses strange things were brewingover the glowing coals on the open hearth; therewas a boiling going on in glasses， and a mixing anddistilling，while herbs were being cut up and pounded in mortars. An elderly man looked after itall.“One must only do the right thing，” he said; “yes， the right—the correct thing. Onemust find out the truth concerning every created particle， and kee p to that.”In the room with the good housewife sat her two sons; they were still small， but hadGREat thoughts. Their mother， too，had always spoken to them of right and justice， andexhorted them to keep to the truth， which she said was the countenance of the Lord in thisworld.the elder of the boys looked roguish and enterprising. He took a delight in reading of theforces of nature， of the sun and the moon; no fairy tale pleased him so much. Oh， howbeautiful it must be， he thought， to go on voyages of discovery， or to find out how toimitate the wings of birds and then to be able to fly! Yes， to find that out was the rightthing. Father was right，and mother was right—truth holds the world together.the younger brother was quieter，and buried himself entirely in his books. When he readabout Jacob dressing himself in sheep-skins to personify Esau，and so to usurp his brother'sbirthright，he would clench his little fist in anger against the deceiver; when he read of tyrantsand of the injusticeand wickedness of the world， tears would come into his eyes，and he wasquite filled with the thought of the justice and truth which must and would triumph.One evening he was lying in bed， but the curtains were not yet drawn close，and the lightstreamed in upon him; he had taken his book into bed with him，for he wanted to finishreading the story of Solon. His thoughts lifted and carried him away a wonderful distance; itseemed to him as if the bed had become a ship flying along under full sail. Was he dreaming，or what was happening? It glided over the rolling waves and across the ocean of time， and tohim came the voice of Solon; spoken in a strange tongue， yet intelligible to him， he heardthe Danish motto：“By law the land is ruled.”the genius of the human race stood in the humble room，bent down over the bed andimprinted a kiss on the boy's forehead：“Be thou strong in fame and strong in the battle oflife! With truth in thy heart fly toward the land of truth!”the elder brother was not yet in bed; he was standing at the window looking out at themist which rose from the meadows. They were not elves dancing out there， as their old nursehad told him; he knew better—they were vapours which were warmer than the air， and that iswhy they rose. A shooting star lit up the sky，and the boy's thoughts passed in a second fromthe vapours of the earth up to the shining meteor. The stars gleamed in the heavens， and itseemed as if long golden threads hung down from them to the earth.“Fly with me，” sang a voice， which the boy heard in his heart. And the mighty genius ofmankind，swifter than a bird and than an arrow—swifter than anything of earthly origin—carried him out into space，where the heavenly bodies arebound together by the rays thatpass from star to star. Our earth revolved in the thin air， and the cities upon it seemed to lieclose to each other. Through the spheres echoed the words：“What is near， what is far， when thou art lifted by the mighty genius of mind?”And again the boy stood by the window，gazing out，whilst his younger brother lay inbed. Their mother called them by their names：“Anders Sandoe” and “Hans Christian.”Denmark and the whole world knows them—the two brothers Orsted.。
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When the last customer left KFC, it was already 10:30 pm. Adam, an 18-year-old college student, dragged himself home. He had been working at KFC for over a month that summer vacation.Entering his room, Adam found his younger brother Bill sitting on the edge of his bed with an uneasy expression on his face.“Sorry, Adam. I … I did something wrong,” Bill sprang up and said nervously.“What is it?”“This afternoon I sneaked (溜) out for a ride on your motorcycle and ac cidentally hit our neighbor Osman Brook’s car. I was so scared and I (I)hurried home in panic.”“Is the car seriously damaged?”“The left headlight got broken.”“It’s truly your fault and it’s really dangerous to ride a motorcycle at your age. Besides, it’s illegal,” Adam raised his voice, obviously annoyed. Hearing this, Bill lowered his head and bit his lips hard.“Anyway, it’s no use crying over spilt milk. I will deal with it tomorrow. Now you go to bed and have a good sleep.”The next morning when Adam got up, Bill was still sleeping soundly. Adam was more determined about what he ought to do as an elder brother.After breakfast, Adam took out all the money he had earned and went out of the house with it. In the yard he saw his motorcycle, on whose side the scratches (划痕) were clearly visible. Adam shook his head and sighed slightly. Then he squared his shoulders and quickened his pace to Osman’s house.When he arrived, he was welcomed by Osman’s wife Mary, who told him that Osman had gone to the garage to have his car repaired.“I have something important to tell him. Can I wait until he comes back?” Adam requested eagerly.“Of course. He should be home soon,” Mary invited Adam in, served him a cup of coffee and began chatting with him.After half an hour, the door opened and in came Osman. Having said hello to each other, Osman and Adam both sat down on the sofa.中文翻译：当最后一位顾客离开肯德基时，已经是晚上10点半了。
关于两兄弟的故事英语作文
关于两兄弟的故事英语作文Once upon a time, in a small village, there were two brothers. One was named Jack, and the other was named Tom. Jack was the older brother, and he was always responsible and serious. On the other hand, Tom was the younger brother, and he was carefree and full of energy.One sunny day, the brothers decided to go on an adventure in the nearby forest. They packed their bags with some snacks and water, and off they went. As they walked deeper into the forest, they stumbled upon a hiddentreasure chest. Jack's eyes widened with excitement, but Tom couldn't contain his laughter. He thought it was a prank.The brothers opened the chest and found it filled with gold coins and precious jewels. Jack's serious face turned into a wide smile, while Tom's laughter turned into astonishment. They couldn't believe their luck. Theydecided to take the treasure home and share it with theirfamily.Back in the village, news spread quickly about the brothers' discovery. People came from far and wide to congratulate them and ask for a share of the treasure. Jack, being responsible, carefully divided the treasure amongtheir family members, ensuring everyone received a fair share. Tom, being carefree, enjoyed the attention andparties that followed.As time went by, the brothers realized that thetreasure had brought both joy and trouble. Some people became jealous and started spreading rumors about them. Others tried to manipulate them for their own gain. Jack, being serious, tried to protect their family from these negative influences, while Tom, being carefree, brushed off the rumors and continued to enjoy life.Despite the challenges, the brothers remained close and supported each other. Jack's responsible nature helped them make wise decisions, while Tom's carefree attitude brought laughter and joy to their lives. Together, they learned theimportance of family and the true meaning of happiness.In the end, the treasure was not the most valuable thing they gained from their adventure. It was the bond between the two brothers that grew stronger and the lessons they learned along the way. They realized that life is not just about wealth and material possessions, but about the love and support we have for each other. And so, their story became a tale of two brothers who found true treasure in their hearts.。
2023届湖南省岳阳市高三上学期一模英语试题(含答案解析)
2023届湖南省岳阳市高三上学期一模英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解Where the Wild Things areDurban,a great all-round destination in South Africa,is home to some of South Africa’s most diverse wildlife.There you can see an impressive array of wild animals in the flesh, from lions,leopards and elephants to endangered species.Durban KZN is now just a direct British Airways flight away—take a look at some of its most unforgettable wildlife experiences.Hluhluwe-iMfolozi ParkStart north of Durban at one of South Africa’s most celebrated national parks. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi really comes alive during the winter months,when many animals congregate(聚集)at the water sources.Both the Black uMfolozi and White uMfolozi rivers flow through here,and it’s your best chance to see the Big Five all in one place lions, leopards,elephants,buffalo and rhinos,both black and white.Guided morning walks can be booked ahead for an astonishingly reasonable E12-f15.Kosi BayIt is an appealing complex of coastal lakes and an estuary(河口)with a peaceful, unspoiled atmosphere.The lake system in particular is home to a wide range of creatures, such as hippos,flamingos,crocodiles and Zambezi sharks(common bull sharks).You’ll also find more than250bird species here,including the rare palm-nut vultures.Sodwana BayThe three-mile Mgobozeleni Trail in Sodwana Bay presents excellent opportunities for bird watching,taking you through picturesque coastal forest and grassland.Deep-sea fishing is also popular here,but to really make the most of Sodwana you have to try the snorkelling(带呼吸管潜水).Come outside of the summer holidays to avoid the rush and you’ll be rewarded with enchanting,technicolour undersea life.uMkhuze Game ReserveAt this point,you might be thinking,‘Well,this is all well and good,but where are the hyenas?’That itch can be(metaphorically)scratched at uMkhuze,where the screeching beasts congregate in the dense scrubland,along with rhinos and elephants.This reserve is also hometo more than400bird species.Again,guided walks can be booked in advance for₤10. 1．Birds are pointed out in the places EXCEPT_____A．Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park B．Kosi BayC．Sodwana Bay D．uMkhuze Game Reserve2．If tourists want to visit Sodwana Bay,which season is said to be avoided? A．Spring.B．Summer.C．Fall.D．Winter. 3．Guided walks in uMkhuze Game Reserve is worth_____A．₤12B．₤13C．₤15D．₤10Five years ago,Abhay and a group of his Grade10classmates at Seaquam Secondary School in British Columbia,Canada,made their first video call to the Arctic.On the other end of the line was Abhay’s23-year-old brother,Sukhmeet,a volunteer teaching assistant and his class at East Three Secondary in Inuvik,North-West Territories.The conversation started with typical teen small talk.But as the teens grew more comfortable,the chat turned serious.Students in Inuvik detailed the legacy or problem of residential schools for native students on their families,including stories of social problems and alcohol abuse.Seaquam kids shared how they felt helpless to do anything about the thrcat posed by the climate crisis.After both groups said their goodbyes,the brothers had an idea:what if the conversation, meant to expand the students’perspectives about life outside their hometowns,didn’t have to end?Students,they figured,could continue to benefit from bridging geographical and cultural differences.They called their organization Break The Divide.Today,it facilitates conversations and coordinates community action between youth all over the world.“It all starts with empathy,”Abhay says.The students at Seaquam used social media to spread the word about their mission to create eye-opening conversations,and Break The Divide helped them to start their own chapters,providing resources.Individual chapters are encouraged to connect with each other based on common big-topic interests,such as mental health,truth and reconciliation actions,and climate change.There are now over two dozen Break The Divide chapters located across Canada as well as at schools in China,Cambodia,South Africa and Bolivia.Hundreds of conversations later,the brothers are still optimistic that the core principle of Break The Divide empathy can play a central role in how youth tackle the issues that mattermost to them.“I hope that we can be part of creating a world where we are all listening to each other,”says Abhay.“Listening with an intent to learn and to change.”4．What can we learn from the first two paragraphs?A．The two brothers have taught in the same city for five years.B．The two brothers often make video calls instead of children.C．Teens from both sides had a friendly and deep conversation.D．The conversation was only concerned with typical teen small talk.5．Why did the two brothers call the organization Break the Divide?A．Students asked them to do so.B．They wanted to express sympathy.C．Break the Divide invited them to expand the students’perspectives.D．Students could continue to benefit from such interaction hopefully.6．Who is Break the Divide targeted at?A．Teachers in Canada.B．Families living in American countries. C．Teens in Inuvik.D．The youth around the world. 7．Where is the text probably taken from?A．Magazine.B．Scientific paper.C．Tourist guide.D．Autobiography.Alberto Conejo has not lived in China long,but his contributions are strongly felt not only in the area in which he works as an expert,but also in the construction of a more environmentally friendly world as a whole.One of the biggest problems facing humanity has to do with carbon dioxide emissions. In this sense,Conejo has made important contributions through his research to reduce energy consumption in steel production by using foamy slag(熔渣)as an insulator(绝缘体)in electric arc furnaces(电弧炉).As the steel industry is the one that emits the largest amount of carbon dioxide emissions in the world—around7percent“The work I did focused on optimizing the use of electrical energy and minimize energy losses,”he said.Conejo is not just any man.His dedication and work have earned him important recognition,but these achievements have not been without sacrifices.“During that time we traveled to many parts of China;we went to remote villages,climbed mountains,crossed rivers and lakes,and visited old towns and museums,”he recalled.Although Mexico“had almost everything,”there was something missing.For this reason, when the School of Metallurgical and Ecological Engineering at the University of Science and Technology Beijing(USTB)offered him a position as a researcher and professor under a six-year contract,the Mexican did not hesitate to take the flight.These efforts led him to be awarded the Chinese Government Friendship Award on September30last year,the highest distinction for foreigners who have made outstanding contributions to the cause of the country’s modernization,reform and opening up.Although he is aware of his achievements,Conejo does not hesitate to say that this is also the result of shared teamwork.“The only thing I can say is that there are no individual achievements,but the results of a collective effort because in everything we do we use previously developed knowledge.”8．What is the purpose of Conejo’s research?A．To minimize energy losses in electricity industry.B．To maximize the profit of steel industry in Mexico.C．To promote industrial collaboration between China and Mexico.D．To cut down energy consumption in steel production.9．What do the underlined word“optimize”mean in paragraph2.A．Pay close attention to.B．look out for.C．Make the best of.D．Give rise to.10．What can be inferred from Conejo’s words in the last paragraph?A．Individual dedication has nothing to do with his achievements.B．The team’s joint effort contributes to their accomplishments.C．If only they use previously developed knowledge they must make achievements. D．Individual achievements play a significant role in his career.11．What’s the best title of this article?A．Chinese Government Friendship Award-the highest distinction for foreigners. B．Award-Winning Mexican-low-carbon steel making professor.C．Carbon Dioxide Emissions-one of the biggest problems.D．Collective Effort-key to outstanding contributions.Teaching artificial intelligence to understand simple physics concepts,such as that one solid object can’t occupy the same space as another,could lead to more capable software thattakes less computational resources to train,say researchers at Deep Mind.Now,Luis Piloto at Deep Mind and his colleagues have created an AI called Physics Learning through Auto-encoding and Tracking Objects(PLATO)that is designed to understand that the physical world is composed of objects that follow basic physical laws.The researchers trained PLATO to identify objects and their interactions by using simulated(模拟的)videos of objects moving as we would expect,such as balls falling to the ground,rolling behind each other and bouncing off each other.They also gave PLATO data showing which pixels(像素)in every frame or photo belonged to each object.To test PLATO’s ability to understand five physical concepts,such as solidity,persistence(that an object doesn’t tend to vanish)and unchangingness(that an object tends to retain features like shape and colour),the researchers used another series of simulated videos.Some showed objects obeying the laws of physics,while others depicted ridiculous actions.They tasked PLATO to predict what would happen next in each video,and found that its predictions were reliably wrong for nonsensical videos,but usually correct for logical ones,suggesting the Al has an intuitive(直觉的)knowledge of physics.Piloto says the results show that an eccentric view of the world could give an Al a more generalized and adaptable set of abilities.“If you consider,for instance,all the different scenes that an apple might be in,”he says.“You don’t have to learn about an apple on a tree,versus an apple in your kitchen,versus an apple in the garbage.When you kind of separate the apple as its own thing,you’re in a better position to generalize how it behaves in new systems,in new contexts.It provides learning efficiency.”“This is somewhat like teaching a kid what a car is by first teaching them what wheels and seats are,”Chen Feng at New York University says.“The benefit of using object centric representation,instead of raw visual inputs,makes Al learn intuitive physical concepts with better data efficiency.”12．Why was PLATO created?A．To help AI process more data.B．To teach AI researchers how to use simple physics knowledge.C．To enable AI to comprehend simple physics concepts.D．To have objects follow basic physical laws.13．What does the third paragraph mainly talk about?A．The purpose of the research.B．The participants of the research.C．The objects of the research.D．The process of the research. 14．What’s the function of the example in paragraph four?A．Clarify a concept.B．Provide theoretical basis. C．Attract readers’attention.D．Introduce a scene.15．Which word can best describe the attitude of the author towards PLATO? A．Unconcerned.B．Critical.C．Objective.D．Indifferent.二、七选五April is the cruel-lest month...Or so said gloomy poet T S Eliot in his long poem,The Wasteland.It seems he wasn’t wrong.SAD(Seasonal Affective Disorder)—otherwise known as the“winter blues”—is a well known condition.But,surprisingly,some people feel more depressed in spring and summer than at other times of the year.The days getting warmer and longer,and the fact that spring flowers and blossom represent new beginnings for some people,just make the spring blues worse for others.___16___.What Causes Reverse Sad?Because it’s not well understood or often spotted,it’s hard to pin down the reasons for feeling down when everyone else seems to be full of the joys of springtime.With winter SAD, less sunlight is thought to disrupt the body’s internal clock and bring ondepression.___17___You might also be tempted to stay up later,throwing out your body clock.How Do You Recognize It?___18___Do you love the cold and feel much more energized at that time of year,while spring makes you feel much less positive?Again,this could be reverse SAD．And it sometimes runs in families,so look around at your nearest and dearest and note how they feel about the advent of warmer,brighter days.___19___Exercise can work wonders.A study found that ten weeks of standard exercise was20 per cent more effective than medication.And get plenty of sleep.Try to get up at the same time every day,even if you haven’t slept well.___20___.A．Can Exercise Help Overcome Reverse Sad?B．Can You Shake off the Spring Blues?C．This phenomenon is sometimes called“reverse sad”.D．The spring blues may have a negative effect on people.E．Like traditional SAD,spring depression comes back at the same time every year. F．But if your depression shows no sign of lifting,see your doctor.G．Reverse SAD,on the other hand,might be caused by too much sunlight.三、完形填空Cruz Genet,11,and Anthony Skop-ick,10,couldn’t agree.Were the birds out on the ice ducks or geese?So on a___21___January evening last year,the two friends ventured onto the ___22___pond near their homes,to get a better look.First they tossed a rock onto the ice to ___23___it.Then they stepped on it.___24___the ice would hold their weight,Anthony took a few steps,then...FOOMP.He crashed through the___25___frozen surface.“There was no sound,no crack,”he recalled.“I just fell through instantly.“Cruz___26___to help his panicked friend.FOOMP-he___27___into the pond too.The boys were up to their necks in icy water and quickly losing feeling in their limbs. Any chance of their___28___themselves was slipping away.Cruz was sure he was going to die.Anthony’s older sister had seen the boys fall through the ice and started screaming for help.John Lavin,a___29___driving nearby on his way to the grocery store,heard her.He quickly____30____.Seeing the boys,he grabbed a nearby buoy(救生圈),____31____off his shoes,and ran into the slushy(融雪的)water,chopping his way through the ice with his free____32____.Lavin made his way to Cruz and Anthony and hauled(拉)them back to land.They were taken to the hospital,where doctors discovered that their five-minute____33____in the water had lowered their body____34____nearly ten degrees.Fortunately,the boys have fully recovered,though they are still a little awestruck by their ____35____neighbour.“Just to think,”says Cruz,“if he wasn’t there,I could have died.”21．A．beautiful B．cold C．quiet D．dark 22．A．big B．shallow C．muddy D．frozen 23．A．break B．test C．drop D．abandon 24．A．Convinced B．Informed C．Warned D．Engaged25．A．quickly B．seemingly C．simply D．normally 26．A．rushed B．managed C．decided D．moved 27．A．dominated B．occupied C．floated D．sank 28．A．exporting B．freeing C．recovering D．spotting 29．A．seaman B．police C．neighbour D．relative 30．A．pulled over B．went through C．took on D．made up 31．A．put B．got C．hurried D．kicked 32．A．foot B．mouth C．fist D．leg 33．A．stay B．attempt C．battle D．performance 34．A．position B．weight C．temperature D．mass 35．A．graceful B．demanding C．fearless D．honest四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
高考英语阅读理解练习题_01
定额市鞍钢阳光实验学校2014高考英语阅读理解精英系列练习题（19）及答案【2013综合测试（2）】B"The Book That Can't Wait" is a great new idea that seeks to strengthen bonds between first time writers and their readers by getting their books read quickly.Argentinean independent publishers Eterna Cadencia are publishing a collection of short stories by new South American authors using special ink that slowly disappears once it comes in contact with sun and air, completely vanishing within 2 months after the book has been opened. This makes for an interesting approach to motivating book buyers to read books more quickly, giving first-time authors the attention they need to survive."The Book That Can't Wait" tackles an important problem for new authors: How to get readers. The creative independent publishers teamed up with DRAFTFCB in the city of Buenos Aires to develop this project. "Books are very patient objects. We buy them, and then they wait for us to read them. Days, months, even years. That's OK for books, but not for new authors. If people don't read their first book, they'll never make it to a second," says the project coordinator Tito Santana.That's why Etema Cadencia, which also runs its own bookstore, has decided to create something different to launch its new authors into the market. It presented its first "The Book That Can't Wait" for the critics and the press last month. The invention is a success. Hundreds of people came to the bookstore to pick up a copy. To help spread the word, they gave away the first edition to customers for free. The very same day it was released, the publishing house claimed that it received thousands of requests for more copies of the book. So it will print a new edition later this month to satisfy the demand. And the best result? This time they have the guarantee that their new authors will be read. The company plans to use the book as a platform for other titles, because they believe there is a lot of literature out there that doesn't deserve to wait on the shelf. And these books won't wait at all.31. The main purpose of publishing "The Book That Can't Wait" isto___________.A. sell more booksB. make it fun to readC. invent a new kind of bookD. get new authors' books read quickly32. The DRAFTFCB mentioned in Paragraph 3 is most probably__________.A. an organization involved in the projectB. a new South American authorC. an independent bookstoreD. an area of Buenos Aires33. By saying "Books are very patient objects" in Paragraph 4, Tito Santanaactually means______.A. books never know when you read themB. books must be read very carefullyC. books can usually be read at any timeD. books can sometimes have emotions34. What can we learn from the passage?A. Light and air can make the books disappear within two months.B. The approach has only been applied to works of some new authors.C. Books printed using the new technology have been best-sellers.D. The company will publish all its books in the future using the new ink.35. What is the author's attitude towards this new kind of book?A. Approving.B. Doubtful.C. Uninterested.D. Opposed.【参考答案】31. D 32. A 33. C 34. B 35. A阅读理解Tim Welford, aged 33, and Dom Mee, aged 30, both from England, were keen on (=like... very much) rowing boats. They made a plan to row across the Pacific Ocean from Japan to San Francisco. The name of their rowboat was “Crackers”. It was about seven meters long.They set out from Japan on May 17,2001. They had rowed nearly 5,500 miles when their boat was hit by a fishing ship on September 17,2001. Luckily they both escaped unharmed, but their boat was badly damaged and they had to abandon( = stop)their journey.In a radio interview, Dom expressed his disappointment and explained how the accident took place.“A fishing ship came towards us with nobody on the bridge and ran us down. It all happened so quickly. I managed to dive into the water. Tim felt it would be safer to stay on board. He was trapped inside as the boat was driven under the water. Finally some people appeared on the ship and saw me in the water. I shouted at them to stop the ship and to get Tim out. When the ship stopped, I eventually saw Tim, and I was very, very disappointed that we were still alive. We were very disappointed that we couldn’t reach San Francisco. But we are alive. That above ever ything is the most important. ”50. How long had Tim and Dom been at sea when their boat was hit by a fishing boat?A. For one monthB. For two months.C. For three months.D. For four months.51. According to Dom, the main reason for the accident was that________.A. Tim and Dom were too carelessB. the speed of the fishing ship was too fastC. nobody on the fishing ship saw themD. their rowboat was not strong enough52. Dom said that the most important thing in this accident wasthat________.A. their rowboat was not damagedB. both of them existed after a dangerous timeC. they enjoyed this journeyD. they failed to reach San Francisco53. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?A. Some people on the fishing ship saved them.B. Tim and Dom were going to San Francisco in the rowboat because they had no money to buy airplane tickets.C. Dom dived into the water when the accident happened because he thought it would be dangerous to stay on board.D. Dom told people about their dangerous experience when he was interviewed on the radio.参考答案---50---53、 DCBBBayfield Shopping Coupons （赠券）1. Six Hours Free ParkingIf you spend $100 or more in our stores you will receive six hours of freeparking. When you have spent $100 or more, just take this coupon and yourreceipts to the customer service desk on level 4. They will stamp your parkingticket to allow 6 hours of free parking. Offer until November 14.2. Win a $1,000 CD CollectionWin your choice of $1,000 worth of CDs from JB Music Store. Just buy any two CDs and your name will go into the competition. Select your own prize from our wide variety of rock, pop, jazz, and classical music.Competition ends November 14. Prize drawn on November 21.Check store for more information.3. Buy One, Get One FreeBuy one shirt or tie at Daniel’s Menswear, and get another shirt or tie of the same value free.Choose from any of our dress shirts and we will give you ano ther one at no cost.Hurry! Offer ends November 14. Offer limited to one per customer.4. 10％ OffPresent this coupon at The Book Store to get a 10％discount on any books you buy.We have lots of books to choose from, including children’s books, novels, travel guides, and science works. You are sure to find something that you will enjoy. Shop now for Christmas. We have plenty of toys as gifts for you and avoid the rush.Offer here until November 14.5. Half-price Movie TicketsBuy any full-price movie ticket on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and you can buy a second ticket for a friend for only half price. The latest movies are here, showing in one of our five theaters at Bayfield Shopping Center.Offer good through December 1. Limit one per customer.6. Free Soft DrinkBuy any meal for at least $6 at Mike’s Café, and receive a free soft drink.We serve the best fast food in the Shopping Centre. Come in and try our deliciousmeals and our excellent service.You won’t be disappointed! Free soft drink offer ends November 14.46．What are these ads for？A. Food you can order fordelivery. B. Places to go on vacation.C. Special offers at a shopping center.D. Things on sale in a big store.47．Which of the following is true according to the ads？A. Spending $50 means 3 hours of free parking.B. One person can buy 4 tickets for the price of three.C. After buying two CDs, you can get another two CDs for free.D. At Mike’s Café, people can get a free drink after spending $6. 48．Which of the following is NOT mentioned at this mall？A. Clothes store.B. Musicstore. C.Restaurant. D. Toy store.49．We can know from this passage __________.A. there are more than one theater in the centerB. if you buy a book there, you may pay less than half the priceC. you may get a free one if you buy a shirt, or a tie, or a pair of shoesD. you won’t get a free soft drink unless you spend more than 10 dollars on the Meal参考答案-----46---49、 CDDA【2013综合测试（2）】CAt 10:35 a.m. on December 17, 1903, two brothers from Ohio flew the first successful airplane for 12 seconds and 120 feet along a beach in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. With Orville flying first, the brothers took turns as pilot, and they flew three more times that day. On their fourth try, they managed to go 852 feet in 59 seconds ——an amazing feat at the time. The two brothers had invented powered flight.Orville and Wilbur Wright owned a bicycle shop in Dayton, Ohio. Although they had not gone to school to learn about airplanes or engineering, they were good mechanics. By repairing bicycles, they had learned how gears and pulleys worked. They also learned to take careful notes about what they saw. Each time they made a new design and tested a machine, they took notes and made drawings. They would study these to figure out what they could do better the next time.Before the Wright brothers flew, they did many things to prepare for this extraordinary achievement. They read everything they could find about air, balloons, and kites. Then they made careful sketches of whatthey wanted to build. They began by making model kites to learn how air flowed over wings. They made them bigger and bigger until they had a glider — a kite that is big enough to hold a person, but with no engine. The Wright brothers made three gliders before building their first airplane. Each time they made a glider, they would test it, make careful observations, and then improve their design.When they made a glider that flew well, they added an engine. This step was harder than it sounds, because they had to find an engine that was both light-weight and powerful. The engines that they could buy were either too heavy or too weak, so they asked their friend Charlie Taylor to help them build one. The first engine that Charlie built broke almost immediately, but the second one worked well.After Orville and Wilbur installed the engine in their plane, they were almost ready. They simply had to wait for the perfect day with just the fight amount of wind. On the morning of December 17, 1903, they had their chance. And the airplane flew into history.36. What was the speed of the first flight?A. 10 feet per second.B. 120 feet per minute.C. 12 feet per second.D. 1200 feet per hour.37. What can we learn about the Wright brothers from Paragraph 2?A. They had little formal education.B. They owned a successful business.C. They were very thorough in their work.D. They had experienced many failures.38. The brothers constructed a number of kites in order to_________.A. test the materials they would use for their planeB. prove that building a flying machine was possibleC. see which shape could support the most weightD. improve the design of their plane's wings39. Which of the following is true according to the passage?A. The Wright brothers built all the parts of their first plane.B. Wilbur Wright flew 852 feet on December 17, 1903.C. There was no wind on the day the Wright brothers flew.D. Orville Wright went on to become a professional pilot.40. In what order did the following events occur?a. The Wright brothers started reading about balloons.b. The Wright brothers ran a bicycle repair shop.c. A suitable engine was built.d. Orville successfully flew for the first time.e. Charlie Taylor was asked to help.f. Three gliders were built.A. c, f, e, b, a, dB. b, c, a, f, d, eC. b, a, f, e, c, dD. d, e, a, f, c, b【参考答案】36. A 37. C 38. D 39. B 40. C【2013二模】DBeing sociable looks like a good way to add years to yourlife.Relationships with family,friends,neighbours,even pets,will all do the trick,but the biggest longevity(长寿)boost seems to come from marriage or an equivalent relationship. The effect was first noted in 1858 by William Farr,who who wrote that widows and widowers（鳏夫）were at a much higher risk of dying than their married peers.Studies since then suggest that marriage could add as much as seven years to a man’s life and two to a woman’s.The effect ho lds for all causes ofdeath,whether illness,accident or self-harm.Even if the odds are stacked against you(the conditions are not favourable),marriage can more than compensate.Linda Waite of the University of Chicago has found that a married older man with heart disease can expect to live nearly four years longer than an unmarried man with a healthy heart.Likewise,a married man who smokes more than a pack a day is likely to live as long as a divorced man who doesn’t smoke.There’s a flip side,however,as partners are more likely to become ill or die in the couple of years following their spouse;s death,and caring for a spouse with mental disorder can leave you with some of the same severe problems.Even so,the odds favour marriage.In a 30-year study of more than 10,000 people,Nicholas Christakis of Harvard Medical School describes how all kinds of social networks have similar effects.So how does it work?The effects are complex,affected by socio-economic factors,health-service provision,emotional support and other more physiological mechanisms(机制).For example,social contact can boost development of the brain and immune system,leading to better health and less chance of depression later in life.People in supportive relationships may handle stress better.Then there are the psychological benefits of a supportive partner.A life partner,children and good friends are all recommended if you aim to live to 100.The best social network is still being mapped out,but Christakis says:”People are interconnected,so their hea lth is interconnected.”William Farr’s study and other studies show that________.social life provides an effective cure for illnessBeing sociable helps improve one’s quality of lifeWomen benefit more than men from marriageMarriage contributes a great deal to longevityLinda Waite’s studies support the idea that________.older men should quit smoking to stay healthyMarriage can help make up for ill healthThe married are happier than the unmarriedUnmarried people are likely to suffer in later lifeIt can be inferred from the context that the “flipside”(Line5,Para2)refers to________.the disadvantages of being marriedThe emotional problems arising from marriageThe responsibility of taking care of one’s familyThe consequence of a broken marriageWhat does the author say about social networks?They have effects similar to those of a marriage.They help develop people’s community spirit.They provide timely support for those in need.They help relieve people of their life’s burdenWhat can be inferred from the last paragraph?It’s important that we develop a social network when young. To stay healthy,one should have a proper social network. Getting a divorce means risking a reduced life span.We should share our social networks with each other.【参考答案】41-45. DBAAB。
2019-2020学年厦门市第九中学高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及参考答案
2019-2020学年厦门市第九中学高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AFor some people, there’s no better companion than mans best friend-a dog. This four-legged pet can bring comfort and joy and provide much- needed exercise for you when it needs walkies! This probably explains why dog ownership increased last year because people spent more time at home during he CovID-I9 lockdown.However, as demand for a new dog increased, so did the price tag. Popular breeds, such as Cockapoos and Cocker Spaniels, saw even sharper price increases, and puppies have been selling for $3,000 or more.Animal welfare charities fearthat high prices could encourage puppy farming, smuggling (走私) or dog theft. An investigation found some breeders have been selling puppies and kittens on social media sites--something charities have called “extremely irresponsible”.But despite some new owners purchasing a dog legally, maybe from a rescue center or registered breeder, they’ve proved to be ill-prepared for life with a new pet, and the pet itself has found it hard tocome to terms withlife in a new home.Looking to the future, there are concerns about the welfare of these much-loved pets. Lan Alkin manager of the Oxfordshire Animal Sanct uary in the UK, notes: “At the moment, the dogs are having a great time, but separation anxiety could still surface when people go back to work.” And Cliare Calder from the UKs Dogs Trust rescue charity says, “The economic situation also means that some people may find they can’t afford to look aftera dog.” The message is not to buy a dog in haste and to pick one that fits into our lifestyle.1. The greater demand for dogs can cause the following problems except ________.A. illegal trade of dogsB. less dog farmingC. high prices of dogsD. online sale of dogs2. What does the underlined phrase"come to terms with"in paragraph 4 mean?A. Fit in withB. Go in forC. Make up for.D. End up with3. What can we learn from the last paragraph?A. Despite the problems, dogs are living happily.B. The writer has a positive attitude towards dogs future.C. Experts are worried that dogs will be unaffordable to people.D. The writer advises people to think twice before keeping dogs as pets.B"Long time no see." is a very interesting sentence. When I first read this sentence from an American friend's e-mail, I laughed. I thought it was a perfect example of Chinglish.Obviously, it is a word-by-word literal translation of the Chinese greeting with wrong English grammar and structure! Later on, my friend told me that it is a standard American greeting. I was too surprised to believe her. Her words were unbelievable at all. So I did research onGoogle. com. To my surprise, there are over 60 thousand web pages containing "Long time no see." Though it is sort of informal, it is part of the language that Americans use daily. Interestingly, if you type this phrase in Microsoft Word, the software will tell you that the grammar needs to be corrected.Nobody knows the origin of this Chinglish sentence. Some people believe that it came from Charlie Chan's movies. In the 1930s, Hollywood moviemakers successfully created a worldwide famous Chinese detective named "Charlie Chan" on wide screens. Detective Chan liked to teach Americans some Chinese wisdom by quoting Confucius. "Long time no see." was his symbol. Soon after Charlie Chan, "Long time no see." became a popular expression in America thanks to the popularity of these movies.Some scholars compare America to a hugemelting pot. All kinds of cultures are mixed in the pot together, and they change the colour and taste of each other. Language is usually the first thing to be influenced in the mixed pot.You can have some examples from other countries such as pizza from Italian, sushi from Japanese, and déjà vu from French etc. There is a long list! Since Americans admire Chinese culture more and more nowadays, I believe more Chinese words will become American English in the future. In this way, the American's melting pot keeps adding richness and flavour.4. What did the writer himself feel surprised at?A. The Chinglish expression "Long time no see."B. So many literal translations of the expressions used in America.C. "Long time no see." is used as a standard American English greeting.D. Finding out Americans use the expression every day.5. What do the underlined words "melting pot" in Paragraph 4 probably mean?A. Confucius's words.B. Culture mixture.C. A kind of cooked dish.D. American changing cultures.6. According to the passage, what can be inferred?A. Detectives translated the phrase "Long time no see."B. Cultures cannot be changed in the huge melting pot.C. The huge melting pot greatly affects all kinds of languages.D. Hollywood made "Long time no see." popular.7. What is the main idea of the passage?A. Some Chinese expressions are introduced into English.B. You'll not be surprised at a tofu and peanut butter hamburger in a restaurant in America.C. Some American expressions can be used in China.D. American English keeps being enriched by different cultures.CMore than 10,000 people were made homeless in Ternang when the Sungai Mas overflowed its banks yesterday after six days of continuous heavy rain.The wooden bridge across the river has been washed away. The town is cut off by flood waters. At the fifth mile, Jalan Tengkn, the water is two meters deep. It is closed to all traffic. Flooding first happened at mid-afternoon yesterday along the river banks. People trying to get to higher ground were just in time to escape the destroying of the flood. Most of the flood victims(受害者) had to leave all their things behind.The National Flood Relief(救济) Center was reported to give its help and by early evening the whole town was moved out, helped by the army, police, Red Cross Society and volunteers(志愿者).The flood victims are now housed in different simple relief centers in the nearby town of Ternang. “Everything possible is being done to help the unlucky people,” a government spokesman said, “In fact, money, food and clothing have begun to come in from public organizations and helpful people. A Disaster Relief Fund(救灾基金会) will be started as soon as possible.”According to the latest reports it is still raining heavily at Ternang. The whole town is expected to be wholly covered by the water. So far no deaths have been reported.8. This passage is probably taken from______.A. a storybookB. a textbookC. a magazineD. a newspaper9. It seems that the flood happened just because ______.A. the banks were too lowB. the wooden bridge is solid (坚固)C. the river was too narrowD. they had had wet days for some time10.From the passage we know that ______.A. though the town was flooded, you could still go there by busB. as soon as the water flowed over the banks, people began to go to higher landsC. the government and the whole society are taking great care of the flood victimsD. the flood hasn't brought a large loss to the town as nobody died in the flood11. What is the best title for this passage?A. A Big FloodB. Ternang Is destroyedC. Over 10,000 People Are HomelessD. Rescue Team ArrivedDTwo young brothers fromMalden.Massachusettswere in the spotlight Thursday after being named “heroes" by a national organization that recognizes young people doing great things. For the Bennett brothers, the goal of their work is nothing less than helping researchers find a cure for cancer. And their inspiration came from a friend.Thirteen-year-old Hany Bennett and his nine-year-old brother Heath run their business out of their family kitchen. "We're making lip balm（润唇膏），"Harry says. They got the idea two years ago when their friend, Timmy, was diagnosed（诊断）with cancer. brothers wanted to do something. We learned that cancer patients（lips and skin can get really dry because of chemotherapy（化疗），Hany says.A light bulb went off in both of their young heads,and " Bennett Brothers Balm was born. "We make lip balm, which is kind of like our main product/ says Heath. They also make and sell different body balms, all natural, all handmade, while the profits benefit cancer research. "We've raised S 15,000/ Heath says.And with the great optimism of children, they don't just want to help；they wont to win. We want to find a cure. We want to help doctors find a cure, Harry explains, The brothers are also Gelding a team for the Light the Night Walk, to fight cancer."I think it's great to raise money and help people who have cancer," says Heath. Their parents play a big role as well, but it's the boys who provide the most enthusiasm with a message we can all learn from. "If you want to do something... do it," Harry says. "I just feel very glad that we're helping. It feels very good”，adds Heath.Harn and Heath just received the S 10,000 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. Hwy intend to save some of il for college, invest some of it in their business and give the rest to charity. And their friend Timmy? "He's doing great. He's all better, Harry says.12. What encouraged the Bennett brothers to make lip balm at first?A. Helping a friend with cancer.B. Finding a cure for cancer.C. Raising public awareness of cancer.D. Collecting money for cancer patients.13. What does the underlined part in Paragraph 3 mean?A. The two brothers finished their first product.B. The two brothers came up with an idea.C. The two brothers struggled for a stress-free life.D. The two brothers found an effective way to study.14. What do the Bennett brothers think of their work?A. It is quite competitive.B. It is well worthwhile.C. It fails to satisfy their parents.D. lt helps them make a big profit.15. What does the author intend to tell us with the two brothers' story?A. Great minds think alike.B. Two headsare better than one.C. Young kids can make a big difference.D. The longest journey begins with the first step.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2022高考英语二轮总复习阅读理解精选(05)及解析
2022高考英语二轮总复习阅读理解精选（05）及解析ATwo brothers, Herbert and James, lived with their mother and a cat named Edgar. James was particularly devoted to the cat, and when he had to leave town for several days, he left Herbert careful instructions about the pet’s c are. At the end of his first day away, James telephoned his brother, “How is Edgar?”“Edgar is dead.” Herbert answered. There was a pause. Then James said, “Herbert, you’re insensitive (漠然的). You know how close I was to Edgar. You should have broken the news to me slowly. When I asked about Edgar tonight, you should have said, ‘Edgar’s on the roof , but I have called the fire department to get him down.’ And tomorrow when I called, you could have said the firemen were having trouble getting Edgar down, but you were hopeful they would succeed. Then when I called the third time, you could have told me that the firemen have done their best, but unfortunately Edgar had fallen off the roof and was at the veterinarian’s (兽医站). Then when I called the last time, you could have said that although everything possible had been done for Edgar, he had died. That’s the way a sensitive man would hav e told me about Edgar. And, oh, before I forget,” James added, “how is mother?”“Oh,” Herbert said, pausing for a moment, “She’s on the roof.”56. James telephoned his brother at the end of his first day away because he wanted to know ___.A. what he was doingB. whether he was goodC. whether the cat was goodD. where his mother was57. Why did James say his brother was insensitive?A. Because he told him the news directly.B. Because he killed their pet.C. Because his mother was on the roof.D. Because he missed the truth about the cat.58. From the last paragraph of the passage, we can know that the mother was probably _____.A. on the roofB. ill or even deadC. repairing the houseD. playing gamesBRock and roll music developed in the United States in the early nineteen-fif ties. It was based on the music called rhythm and blues that was performed by African American musicians.Early rock and roll singers developed their own kinds of music. Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, the Beach Boys, and Bob Dylan were the most popular rock and roll musicians in the early 1960’s. All were American. Then, in 1964, a new rock and roll group from England invaded America: the Beatles.Some people say the Beatles’ music shook America like an earthquake. The Beatles changed rock and roll forever. Their early songs were influenced by American rock and roll musicians, including Chuck Berry. But the Beatles looked different and sounded different from any musical group be-fore them.The Beatles released their first album in the United States in 1964, when all of the top five records in America were b y the Beatles. In 1967, they released an album called “Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.” It was one of the first “concept” albums. That is, all the songs were linked by a common story or idea.The popularity of the Beatles led the way for more rock and roll bands from England to become popular in America. The Rolling Stones was the most important of these bands. The Rolling Stones is one of the few groups from the 1960’s that is still performing and recording today. In 1965, the group recorde d one of its most famous songs, “Satisfaction”.The musical instrument most linked to rock and roll is the guitar. Experts say Jimi Hendrix was one of the most influential guitar players in rock and roll during the late 1960’s. His “Purple Haze” was l iked by many people.By the 1970’s, rock and roll music became known as rock music. It expanded into many new forms. For example, there was country rock, hard rock, acid rock, and heavy metal rock. Punk rock, jazz rock, and glitter rock.In the middle 1970’s, experts say rock music regained some of the energy of early rock and roll. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band became popular with their album “Born to Run”.Springsteen’s music was like the lively rock and roll music of the early ninete en-sixties. Many of his songs were about social issues. He sang about the effects of unemployment and the war in Vietnam.59. The main topic of this passage is _______.A. the history of American musicB. the development of rock and roll musicC. the famous rock and roll groupsD. the new forms of rock and roll music60. Which of the following matches is NOT true?A. the Beatles — Chuck BerryB. the Rolling Stones — SatisfactionC. Jimi Hendrix — Purple HazeD. Bruce Springsteen — Born to Run61. Whose songs were mainly about social problems like unemployment and war?A. Elvis Presley’s.B. Bob Dylan’s.C. Jimi Hendrix’s.D. Springsteen’s.62. From the passage, we can know that _______.A. one of the Rolling Stones’ albums was called“concept”B. the Beatles and the Rolling Stones became popular at the same timeC. rock and roll music had many different forms at the beginningD. rock and roll music probably came from African American musicCVilla Nicoletta, Genuine RelaxationSomewh ere in the world, there’s a place where stress isn’t allowed and peace and genuine relaxation are the only demands of the day. If you could go there, you would thoroughly enjoy yourself. There are not too many places in the world like this, but this is one of them. It’s luxurious. It’s ultra-private.Welcome to Villa NicolettaVilla Nicoletta is a 4-bedroom luxury villa and an oasis(绿洲) of rest and rejuvenation（复原活力）in a land of unspoiled peace. Located on a 70-foot cliff overlooking the north shore of theisland of St. Thomas and the pretty waters of Caret Bay, Villa Nicoletta offers the finest accommodations in the Caribbean for those seeking a vacation of elegance, peace and privacy. You’ll see how the sun blankets the landscape and water in shimmering br illiance by day and how the sky twinkles like billions of bright diamonds at night.Completed in 2000, the 3,300-square-foot Villa Nicoletta is fully equipped with state-of-the-art electronics.When you book Villa Nicoletta, you shall book the entire villa.Off Season: April 16 to December 14★4 bedrooms —＄5,700/week (8 people max)Sleep sofa can add additional 2 people ＄200/nightPeak Season: December 15 to April 15★4 bedrooms —＄6,300/week (8 people max)Sleep sofa can add additional 2 people ＄200/night63. The villa can be rented to a maximum of _______ people at a time.A. fiveB. eightC. thirteenD. ten64. If a family with 6 people spends a fortnight’s Christmas holiday in the villa, how much willthey pay?A. ＄12,600.B. ＄15,400.C. ＄11,400.D. ＄13,200.65. Villa Nicoletta is most likely to be popular with tourists who _______.A. like adventureB. want to escape the noisy life of the cityC. enjoy the winter sportsD. seek excitement in the sea66. We can infer that _______.A. you can share the villa with other touristsB. the island of St. Thomas is famous for the ocean theme amusement parkC. fewer tourists stay in Villa Nicoletta in autumn than in springD. you can go in for extreme sports in Villa NicolettaDCan we give a hand to those endangered animals? Yes, we may only do a little bit, buttogether our small actions add up to a lot.1. Protect wildlife habitat.Perhaps the greatest threat that faces many species is the widespread destruction of habitat. Cutting down forests, farming, and development all result in loss of wildlife habitat. In areas where rare species live, habitat destruction can quickly force a species to extinction. By protecting habitat, entire communities of animals can be protected together naturally. Parks and reserves are now all too often the only habitats that are left untouched by habitat destruction.2. Reduce the threat of inv asive (入侵的) species.The spread of non-native species has greatly reduced native populations around the world. Invasive species compete with native species for resources (资源) and habitat. They can even prey on native species directly, forcing native species towards extinction.3. Place decals (贴花纸) on windows.It is reported that as many as one billion birds in the United States die each year because of collisions (碰撞) with windows. You can help reduce the number of collisions simply by placing decals on the windows in your home and office.4. Slow down when driving.Many native animals have to live in developed areas and this means they must move in human-living areas. One of the biggest obstacles (障碍) to them is that created by roads. Roads divide habitat and present a constant risk to any animal attempting to cross from one side to the other. S o when you’re out and about, slow down and keep an eye out for wildlife.67. What would be the best title for this passage?A. How animals go to extinctionB. The importance of protecting wildlifeC. What to do to help save wildlifeD. How to protect wildlife habitat68. By writing the underlined sentence, the writer means that _____.A. more parks and reserves should be builtB. we should have more habitats free of destructionC. there is a need for improvement in parks and re-servesD. parks and reserves are good examples of protecting wildlife69. People are advised to put decals on windows to _____.A. decorate the houses and beautify the environmentB. protect the windows from birds hittingC. attract more birds to make homes nearbyD. avoid birds hitting the windows by mistake70. The underlined phrase “prey on” in the passage means _____.A. drive awayB. live withC. kill for foodD. fight withETens of thousands of theatre tickets will be given away to young people next year as part of a government campaign to inspire a lifelong love for theatre.The plan to offer free seats to people aged between 18 to 26 — funded with ￡2.5 million of taxpayers’ money —was announced yesterday by Andy Burnham, the Culture Secretary. It received a cautious welcome from some in the arts world，who expressed concern that the tickets may not reach the most underprivileged.The plan comes as West End theatres are enjoying record audiences, thanks largely to musicals teaming up with television talent shows. Attend ances reached 13.6 million in 2007，up 10 percent on 2006, itself a record year. Total sales were up 18 percent on 2006 to almost ￡470 million.One theatre source criticized the Government’ s priorities(优先考虑的事) in funding free tickets when pensioners were struggling to buy food and fuel, saying: “I don’ t know why the Government’ s wasting money on this. The Young Vic, as The Times reported today，offers excellent performances at cheap prices.”There was praise for the Government’ s plan from Dominic Co oke of the Royal Court Theatre, who said: “I support any move to get young people into theatre, and especially one that aims to do it all over England, not just in London.”Ninety-five publicly funded theatres could apply for funding under the two-year plan. In return, they will offer free tickets on at least one day each week to 18 to 26-year-olds，first-come, first-served. It is likely to be on Mondays, traditionally a quiet night for the theatre.Mr. Burnham said: “A young person attending the theatre can find it an exciting experience, and be inspired to explore a new world. But sometimes people miss out on it because they fearit’ s ‘not for th em’ . It’ s time to change this perception.”Jeremy Hunt, the Shadow Culture Secretary, said: “The real issue i s not getting enthusiastic children into the theatre，but improving arts education so that more young people want to go in the first place. For too many children theatres are a no-go area.”71．Critics of the plan argued that________.A. the theatres would be overcrowdedB. it would be a waste of moneyC. pensioners wouldn’t get free ticketsD. the government wouldn’t be able to afford it72．According to the supporters, the plan should________.A. benefit the television industryB. focus on producing better playsC. help increase the sales of ticketsD. involve all the young people in England73．Which of the following is TRUE about the plan?A. Ninety five theatres have received funding.B. Everyone will get at least one free ticket.C. It may not benefit all the young people.D. Free tickets are offered once every day. 74．We can infer from the passage that in England________.A. many plays are not for young peopleB. many young people don’ t like theatreC. people know little about the planD. children used to receive good arts education75．According to the passage, the issue to offer free tickets to young people seems ________.A. controversialB. inspiringC. excitingD. unreasonable参考答案。
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The Road Not TakenRobert FrostTwo roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel bothAnd be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth;Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim, Because it was grassy and wanted wear; Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same, And both that morning equally layIn leaves no step had trodden black. Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way,I doubted if I should ever come back.I shall be telling this with a sighSomewhere ages and ages hence:Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by,And that has made all the difference.1. What can you read from the poem named “The Road not Taken”?2. How do you like the choice made by the poet himself?3. Do you have the similar experiences or thoughts of life to share with us?The Two Brothers1 Two brothers set out on a journey together. At noon they lay down in a forest to rest. When they woke up they saw a stone lying next to them. There was something written on the stone, and they tried to make out what it was.2 "Whoever finds this stone," they read, "let him go straight into the forest at sunrise. In the forest a river will appear; let him swim across the river to the other side. There he will find a she-bear and her cubs. Let him take the cubs from her and run up the mountain with them, without once looking back. On the top of the mountain he will see a house, and in that house will he find happiness."3 When they had read what was written on the stone, the younger brother said:4 "Let us go together. We can swim across the river, carry off the bear cubs, take them to the house on the mountain, and together find happiness."5 "I am not going into the forest after bear cubs," said the elder brother, "and I advise you not to go. In the first place, no one can know whether what is written on this stone is the truth--perhaps it was written in jest. It is even possible that we have not read it correctly. In the second place, even if what is written here is the truth--suppose we go into the forest and night comes, and we cannot find the river. We shall be lost. And if we do find the river, how are we going to swim across it? It may be broad and swift. In the third place, even if we swim across the river, do you think it is an easy thing to take cubs away from a she-beer? She will seize us, and instead of finding happiness, we shall perish, and all for nothing. In the fourth place, even if we succeeded in carrying off the bear cubs, we could not run up a mountain without stopping to rest. And, most important of all, the stone does not tell us what kind of happiness we should find in that house. It may be that the happiness awaiting us there is not at all the sort of happiness we would want."6 "In my opinion," said the younger brother, "you are wrong. What is written on the stone could not have been put there without reason. And it is all perfectly clear. In the first place, no harm will come to us if we try. In the second place, if we do not go, someone else will read the inscription on the stone and find happiness, and we shall have lost it all. In the third place, if you do not make an effort and try hard, nothing in the world will succeed. In the fourth pace: I should not want it thought that I was afraid of anything."7 The elder brother answered him by saying: "The proverb says: 'In seeking great happiness small pleasures may be lost.' And also: 'A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.' "8 The younger brother replied: "I have heard: 'He who is afraid of the leaves must not go into the forest.' And also: 'Beneath a stone no water flows.' "9 Then the younger brother set off, and the elder brother remained behind.10 No sooner had the younger brother gone into the forest than he found the river, swam across it, and there on the other side was the she-beer, fast asleep. He took her cubs, and ran up the mountain without looking back. When he reached the top of the mountain the people came out to meet him with a carriage to take him into the city, where they made him their king.11 He ruled for five years. In the sixth year, another king, who was stronger than he, waged war against him. The city was conquered, and he was driven out.12 Again the younger brother became a wanderer, and he arrived one day at the house of the elder brother. The elder brother was living in a village and had grown neither rich nor poor. The two brothers rejoiced at seeing eachother, and at once began telling of all that had happened to them.13 "You see," said the elder brother, "I was right. Here I have lived quietly and well, while you, though you may have been a king, have seen a great deal of trouble."14 "I do not regret having gone into the forest and up the mountain," replied the younger brother. "I may have nothing now, but I shall always have something to remember, while you have no memories at all." Comprehension and Vocabulary1. Structural Information(Beginning of the story) Para. ( )~( ) Two brothers’ finding a stone in the forest on which there was so me _________________________.(Development of the story) Para. ( )~( ) The argument between the two brothers about ______________________. (Climax of the story) Para. ( )~( ) The __________ of the younger brother.(Ending of the story) Para. ( )~( ) The two brothers’ _____________ about their different ex perience.2. Content Information1. What did the two brothers find in the forest?2. What decisions did the two brothers make?3. What happened to the younger brother after going into the forest?4. Why did the younger brother became a wanderer five years later?5. How did the elder brother live during the five years?6. Did the younger brother regret having gone into the forest? Why?7. What did you learn from this story?3. Directions: The following is a summary of the story you have just read. Complete the summary by filling in the blanks according to the story.On a journey two brothers found a (1) ___________, on which there’s some inscription telling people how to find (2) __________. After reading the inscription the two brothers made (3) _________ decisions. While the (4) ___________ brother didn’t want to take a risk for various reasons the (5) _________ brother decided to go to the forest.No sooner had the younger brother gone into the forest than he found the (6) _________ and swan across it, and there on the other side was the (7) __________. He took her (8) _________, and ran up the mountain where people came out to meet him and made him their (9) _________. He ruled for (10) _______ years until he was finally (11) _________ out by another king who was stronger than him.At the same time, the elder brother was living in the village and had grown neither rich (12) _______ poor. The two brothers rejoiced at (13) __________ each other. The elder brother said that he had made the correct choice since he had been living quietly and well, but the younger brother had seen a lot of (14) _________ even though he had been a king. The younger brother replied that he did not (15) _________ having gone into the forest. He might have nothing then, but he would always have something to (16) ____________.4. Directions: Complete each of the following sentences with an appropriate word or phrase from the box.2). When ____________ on a long walk, always wear suitable boots.3). Later on, I _______ my decision not to take the job.4). I’m _________ love and happiness in my life.5). As she’s not here, I ________ she must have gone home.6). Can you __________ what he is saying?7). He is anxiously _________ the result of the medical tests.8). He waited in the line for two hours and all _________--there were no seats left.9). My letter received a(n) __________ reply.10). The Normans __________ England in 1066.。