2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分 话题拓展阅读与写作 第30节

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2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分练:考前冲刺卷含答案(4)

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分练:考前冲刺卷含答案(4)

考前冲刺卷(四)第一部分听力(略)第二部分阅读理解(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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。

AChester is one of the best cities in the UK.As soon as you arrive in Chester you will appreciate the city’s unique atmosphere and sense of history.Founded by the Romans over 2,000 years ago,much of the Roman influence remains and Chester’s city walls are the most complete in Britain.c-o/mbined with history and heritage(遗产),Chester is a dynamic city full of bars,pubs,clubs,hotels and restaurants for you to discover,tempting you to visit again and again.Travelling to Chester?Chester is easily accessible by many means of transport—whether you are travelling by rail,car,bus or plane.Please check our route planner below to help you plan your journey to Chester.Once you arrive in the city there are numerous car parks;however,during rush hours the easiest way to travel in Chester city centre is via park and ride facilities,which are parking lots with public transportation.Hotels?From bed & breakfasts to the luxury of Chester’s only five star hotel,Chester has all covered.Whether your trip is for business or pleasure,your room is just a click away!Sightseeing and Tours?One of the best ways to see Chester is by a guided tour and you have a variety to choose from.Whether you choose the traditional guided walk,to be guided around Chester’s historical landmarks by bus or to take a boat down the River Dee,you will sure enjoy the delights of Chester.1.What can we know about Chester from the first paragraph?A.It is a newly-built city.B.It is the best city in the UK.C.It is rich in the deep culture and modern touch.D.Many of its city walls were completed by British people.答案 C解+析推理判断题。

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分 话题拓展阅读与写作 第9节 Word版含解析

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分 话题拓展阅读与写作 第9节 Word版含解析

第9节饮食与健康(一)Ⅰ.阅读理解A(2018·湖南岳阳二模)Animal lovers have long suspected that playing with pups was good for the soul,and now science has confirmed it—for students in particular.The results of a new study done by researchers at the University of British Columbia concluded that the college students who spent time at drop­in dog therapy sessions experienced an increase in feelings of wellness and a reduction in overall stress.The study,as reported by Science Daily,indicates that playing with pups is not only popular with the students,it’s also beneficial to their health.This finding was seen across gender(性别).The study,published on March 12 in the journal Stress and Health,involved 246 students who were surveyed before and after they dropped by dog therapy sessions.The young participants were given free access to pet,hug with and talk to seven to 12 therapy dogs.Additionally,they filled out questionnaires right before and right after hanging with the dogs,as well as 10 hours later.According to researchers,these young adults reported a notable increase in happiness,a significant reduction in stress and a flood of energy right after their sessions with the pups.Although the reported feelings of happiness and satisfaction weren’t long­lasting,researchers say other effects have clear,positive advantages.“These sessions clearly provide benefits for students in the short­term,so we think universities should try to schedule them during particularly stressful times,such as around exam periods,” Assistant Professor of Psychology at UBC and the study’s senior author,Frances Chen told Science Daily.“Even having therapy dogs around while students are working on their out­of­class assignments could be helpful.”语篇解读这篇文章主要讲了和小狗玩对人的精神健康有好处,特别是对学生。

2019年高考全国新课标二卷英语试题及答案

2019年高考全国新课标二卷英语试题及答案

普通高等学校招生全国统一卷英语本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分。

考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。

第Ⅰ卷注意事项:1. 答第Ⅰ卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。

2. 选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。

不能答在本试卷上,否则无效。

第一部分阅读理解(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,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AMy color television has given me nothing but a headache. I was able to buy it a little over a year ago because I had my relatives give me money for my birthday instead of a lot of clothes that woul dn’t fit. I let a salesclerk fool me into buying a discontinued model. I realized this a day late, when I saw newspaper advertisements for the set at seventy-five dollars less than I had paid. The set worked so beautifully when I first got it home that I would keep it on until stations signed off for the night. Fortunately, I didn’t got any channels showing all-night movies or I would never have gotten to bed.Then I started developing a problem with the set that involved static (静电) noise. For some reason, when certain shows switched into a commercial, a loud noise would sound for a few seconds. Gradually,this noise began to appear during a show, and to get rid of it, I had to change to another channel and then change it back. Sometimes this technique would not work, and I had to pick up the set and shake it to remove the sound. I actually began to build up my arm muscles(肌肉) shaking my set.When neither of these methods removed the static noise, I would sit helplessly and wait for the noise to go away. At last I ended up hitting the set with my fist, and it stopped working altogether. My trip to the repair shop cost me $62, and the set is working well now, but I keep expecting more trouble.1. Why did the author say he was fooled into buying the TV set?A. He got an older model than he had expected.B. He couldn’t return it when it was broken.C. He could have bought it at a lower price.D. He failed to find any movie shows on it.2.Which of the following can best replace the phrase”signed off”in Paragraph 1?A. ended all their programsB. provided fewer channelsC. changed to commercialsD. showed all-night movies3. How did the author finally get his TV set working again?A. By shaking and hitting it.B. By turning it on and off.C. By switching channels.D. By having it repaired.4. How does the another sound when telling the story ?A. CuriousB. AnxiousC. CautiousD. HumorousBYour house may have an effect on your figure. Experts say the way you design your home could play a role in whether you pack on the pounds or keep them off. You can make your environment work for you instead of against you. Here are some ways to turn your home into part of diet plan.Open the curtains and turn up the lights. Dark environments are more likely to encourage overeating, for people are often less self-conscious(难为情)when they’re in poorly lit places-and so more likely to eat lots of food. If your home doesn’t have enough window light, get more lamps and flood the place with brightness.Mind the colors. Research suggests warm colors fuel our appetites. In one study, people who ate meals in a blue room consumed 33 percent less than those in a yellow or red room. Warm colors like yellow make food appear more appetizing, while cold colors make us feel less hungry. So when it’s time to repaint, go blue.Don’t forget the clock-or the radio. People who eat slowly tend to consume about 70 fewer calories(卡路里)per meal than those who rush through their meals. Begin keeping track of the time, and try to make dinner last at least 30 minutes, And while you’re at it, actually sit down to eat. If you need some help slowing down, turn on relaxing music. It makes you less likely to rush through a meal.Downsize the dishes, Big serving bowls and plates can easily make us fat. We eat about 22 percent more when using a 12-inch plate instead of a 10-inch plate. When we choose a large spoon over a smaller one ,total intake(摄入)jumps by 14 percent. And we’ll pour about 30 percent more liquid into a short, wide glass than a tall, skinny glass.5. The text is especially helpful for those who care about_______.A. their home comfortsB. their body shapeC. house buyingD. healthy diets6. A home environment in blue can help people_________.A. digest food betterB. reduce food intakeC. burn more caloriesD. regain their appetites7. What are people advised to do at mealtimes?A. Eat quickly.B. Play fast music.C. Use smaller spoons.D. Turn down the lights.8. What can be a suitable title for the test?A. Is Your House Making You Fat?B. Ways of Serving DinnerC. Effects of Self-ConsciousnessD. Is Your Home Environment Relaxing?CMore student than ever before are taking a gap-year (间隔年)before going to university. It used to be called the “year off” between school and university. The gap-year phenomenon originated (起源) with the months left over to Oxbridge applicants between entrance exams in November and the start of the next academic year.This year, 25,310 students who have accepted places in higher education institutions have put off their entry until next year, according to statistics on university entrance provided by University and College Admissions Service(UCAS).That is a record 14.7% increase in the number of students taking a gap year. Tony Higgins from UCAS said that the statistics are good news for everyone in higher education. “Students who take a well-planned year out are more likely to be satisfied with, and complete, theirc hosen course. Students who take a gap year are often more mature and responsible,” he said.But not everyone is happy. Owain James, the president of the National Union of Students(NUS), argued that the increase is evidence of student had ship – young people are being forced into earning money before finishing their education. “New students are now aware that they are likely to leave university up to £15,000 in debt. It is not surprising that more and more students are taking a gap year to earn money to support their study for the degree.NUS statistics show that over 40% of students are forced to work during term time and the figure increases to 90% during vacation periods,” he said.9. What do we learn about the gap year from the text?A. It is flexible in length.B. It is a time for relaxation.C. It is increasingly popular.D. It is required by universities.10. According to Tony Higgins,students taking a gap year______.A. arc better prepared for college studiesB. know a lot more about their future jobsC. are more likely to leave university in debtD. have a better chance to enter top universities11. How does Owain James feel about the gap-year phenomenon?A. He's puzzled.B. He's worried.C. He's surprised.D. He's annoyed.12. What would most students do on their vacation according to NUS statistics?A. Attend additional courses.B. Make plans for the new term.C. Earn money for their education.D. Prepare for their graduate studies.DChoose Your One-Day ToursTour A—Bath & Stonehenge including entrance fees to the ancient Roman bathrooms and Stonehenge —£until 26 March and £39 thereafter.Visit the city with over 2,000 years of history and Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and the Costume Museum. Stonehenge is one of the world’s most famous prehistoric monuments dating back over 5,000 years.Tour B—Oxford & Stratford including entrance fees to the University St Mary’s Church Tower and Anne Hathaway's house一32 until 12 March and 36 thereafter.Oxford: Includes a guided of England’s oldest university city and colleges. Look over the “city of dreaming spires(尖顶)”form St Mary’s Church Tower. Stratford: Includes a guided tour exploring much of the Shakespeare wonder.Tour C—Windsor Castle & Hampton Court including entrance fees to Hampton Court Palace—£34 until March and £37 thereafter.Includes a guided tour of Windsor and Hampton Court, Henry Mill’s favorite palace. Free time to visit Windsor Castle (entrance fees not included). With 500 years of history, Hampton Court was once the home of four Kings and one Queen. Now this former royal palace is open to the public as a major tourist attraction. Visit the palace and its various historic gardens, which include the famous maze(迷宫)where it is easy to get lost!Tour D — Cambridge including entrance fees to the Tower of Saint Mary the Great —£33 until 18 March and £37 thereafter.Includes a guided tour of Cambridge, the famous university town, and the gardens of the 18th c entury.13. Which tour will you choose if you want to see England’s oldest university city?A. Tour AB. Tour BC. Tour CD. Tour D14. Which of the following tours charges the lowest fee on 17 March?A. Windsor Castle & Hampton Court.B. Oxford & StratfordC. Bath &Stonehenge.D. Cambridge.15. Why is Hampton Court a major tourist attraction?A. It used to be the home of royal families.B. It used to be a well-known mazeC. It is the oldest palace in BritainD. It is a world-famous castle.第二节(共5小题:每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分+话题拓展阅读与写作+第31节+Word版含解析

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分+话题拓展阅读与写作+第31节+Word版含解析

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题第三部分话题拓展阅读与写作语法运用第31节文学与艺术(一)Ⅰ.阅读理解ADo you listen to the songs that your parents like? Chances are that you don’t.You probably think the music that they like is old and dull and that the songs on your playlist are much cooler.But here is what scientists found recently:people’s music tastes change as they age,according to a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.So it’s likely that your own musical preference will follow a similar path to your parents’,whether you like it or not.We used to think that culture and personality are the only factors that affect one’s music choice.But researchers at the University of Cambridge,UK,gathered data from more than 250,000 people over the past 10 years.They noticed that as people age,their social circumstances change,and so does their music tastes.There are three musical periods that people pass through as they mature—“intense”,“contemporary” and “sophisticated”.The first period comes in the teenage years,during which time people like intense music such as punk and rock because teenagers tend to be aggressive and want to establish their identity as independent individuals.But as people move into early adulthood,their lifestyle changes—they socialize more and want to build close relationships with others.As a result,they become more fond of contemporary music,such as pop and R&B,which is usually uplifting and danceable and played at parties where people hang out together and chat.When middle age comes,things have settled down for most people.This period will be dominated(支配) by more “sophisticated” music,such as jazz and classical,as well as more catchy music like country,folk,and blues.“For many,this life stage is frequently exhausted by work and family,and there is a requirement for relaxing,emotive(有感染力的) music,” Jason Rentfrow,a researcher member,told The telegraph.But you must be thinking:“Aren’t there old people who are still into rock music?” Of course there are.But Rentfrow explained that their reasons for listening to rock music may havechanged.“We use music for different reasons,” he said,and thus at that age people may listen to remind themselves of their youths.1.Why do children usually like different songs from their parents according to the passage? A.Children prefer cool music.B.Music taste changes with age.C.Parents’ songs are always dull.D.Parents have better social circumstances.答案 B解析细节理解题。

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分+话题拓展阅读与写作+第15节+Word版含解析

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分+话题拓展阅读与写作+第15节+Word版含解析

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题第三部分话题拓展阅读与写作语法运用第15节语言学习(一)Ⅰ.阅读理解A(2018·四川乐山二模)Chinese Language and Culture Summer Camp in ChinaShanghai is the city which will present you how modernization meets tradition,and how western culture dances with eastern civilization.So it offers a best place for you to participate in Chinese language and culture summer camp.Interactive Chinese LessonsOur Chinese courses focus on developing speaking,listening,reading and writing skills in a well-balanced way,while each has its own focus.The teaching materials we use,offering 12 levels of classes,are written specially for our program.For beginners,speaking and listening abilities will be stressed while for advanced level students,the course will develop in depth their skills on Chinese characters recognition,long paragraph reading and writing,as well as fluent conversation.Small Size ClassesOur students come from all over the world,mostly between 11 and 17 years old,having different Chinese levels.They will accept level assessment(评估) on the first day of camp,and be placed into different groups according to their language fluency.In a small-class setting each student can receive individual attention from teachers and achieve best studying result.Traditional Culture CoursesWe provide various culture courses to help students to develop interest in traditional Chinese culture,which will benefit their language learning.The culture courses include:Calligraphy,Traditional brush painting,Chinese Kung Fu,Tai Chi,Paper-cutting.Day CampDay camp is designed for participants who have a host family in Shanghai.Day camp runs from Monday to Sunday,between 8∶30 and 17∶00.·Day camp package includes:Chinese classes in the morningsLunchCulture courses,field trip and sports activities in the afternoonsOthers:Textbooks,studying materials,camp life souvenir·Day camp package NOT includes:AccommodationDaily pick up and drop offBreakfast,dinner·Field trip is optional.语篇解读本文主要介绍了中国语言和文化夏令营的各种活动。

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分+话题拓展阅读与写作+第23节+Word版含解析

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分+话题拓展阅读与写作+第23节+Word版含解析

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题第三部分话题拓展阅读与写作语法运用第23节计划与愿望(一)Ⅰ.阅读理解AWhen I arrived at university,I had nothing in my bank account but was given a brand new overdraft(透支).I’d never had one before.So it was very exciting to spend money on shopping,nights out,and all the junk food my mum had never let me eat.I managed to max out(达到最高限度) my account within three months and suddenly life wasn’t so much fun.I spent the last two weeks before Easter on a diet of porridge and became self-loathing(自我憎恨的) and I also blamed Asda(阿斯达超市) for all the two-for-one deals I couldn’t resist.Now I’m working full-time to repay my debts.I’m also setting up a separate bank account for my student loan to go into to cover rent and bills.So I’ll be able to keep an eye on my spending.With a lot of hard work and saving over the holidays I’m hoping that I’ll be in better financial shape for next year.After my experience in halls—being kept awake until 4 a.m.and work surfaces permanently covered in mind—I’m looking forward to moving into a house with friends.The partying and social life in halls are fantastic,but sometimes you’re put with people you don’t get on with,and it’s hard to cope with that.It helped me to stay strong,but I wish I had stood up to them rather than felt bullied.I had a really bad time in my first year,which is why I’m going to make the most of university next year.I’m going to balance work with a social life,hit Freshers’ week hard and join some societies.With university handing me so many opportunities on a plate,I want to take up as many as I can and enjoy myself.1.The author could do so much shopping as a freshman because .A.she was permitted to overdraft from the bankB.her parents sent her money through the bankC.she wanted to max out her accountD.she could work full-time答案 A解析细节理解题。

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分 话题拓展阅读与写作 第4节

2019高考英语全国通用版精准提分二轮试题:第三部分 话题拓展阅读与写作 第4节

第4节旅游与交通(二)Ⅰ.阅读理解A(2018·北京101中学一模)1.If Jack wants to call his friend in Northern Ireland from London,he should dial . A.0044+area code(without 0)+local numberB.048+area code(without 0)+local numberC.area code(with 0)+local numberD.00353+area code(without 0)+local number答案 C解+析细节理解题。

由常识可知伦敦属于英国(UK),故根据Telephone中的“From elsewhere in the UK or to make an internal call,dial area code(with 0)+local number.”可知,从伦敦往北爱尔兰打电+话拨号区域代码(带有0)+本地号码。

故选C。

2.While travelling in Northern Ireland,you .A.can shop until 21∶00 on ThursdaysB.needn’t leave a tip after receiving serviceC.can use American dollars to buy what you wantD.can draw money from banks from 9∶00 to 16∶30 every day答案 A解+析细节理解题。

根据Shopping中的“Thursday is late night shopping until 21∶00.”可知,周四可以购物到21∶00。

故选A。

3.Which of the following is TRUE according to the above Visitor Guide?A.A German needn’t a passport to travel in Northern Ireland.B.A visitor can dial 999 in emergency situations while in Northern Ireland.C.Any European can get healthcare in Northern Ireland at a reduced cost or free of charge.D.A visitor will be charged £3 for leaving luggage in Belfast Welcome Centre for 6 hours.答案 B解+析细节理解题。

(完整word版)(精校版)2019年全国卷Ⅲ英语高考试题文档版(含答案)

(完整word版)(精校版)2019年全国卷Ⅲ英语高考试题文档版(含答案)

2019年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(全国卷III)英语第二部分阅读理解(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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。

AOPENINGS AND PREVIEWSAnimals Out of PaperYolo!Productions and the Great Griffon present the play by Rajiv Joseph, in which an origami(折纸术)artist invites a teenage talent and his teacher into her studio. Merri Milwe directs. In previews. Opens Feb.12.(West Park Presbyterian Church,165 W.86th St.212-868-4444.)The AudienceHelen Mirren stars in the play by Peter Morgan,about Queen Elizabeth II of the UK and her private meetings with twelve Prime Ministers in the course of sixty years. Stephen Daldry directs. Also starring Dylan Baker and Judith Ivey. Previews begin Feb.14.(Schoenfeld,236 W.45th St.212-239-6200.)HamiltonLin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical about Alexander Hamilton,in which the birth of America is presented as an immigrant story. Thomas Kail directs. In previews. Opens Feb.17.(Public,425 Lafayette St.212-967-7555.)On the Twentieth CenturyKristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher star in the musical comedy by Betty Comden and Adolph Green,about a Broadway producer who tries to win a movie star’s love during a cross-country train journey. Scott Ellis directs, for Roundabout Theatre Company. Previews begin Feb.12.(American Airlines Theatre, 227 W.42nd St.212-719-1300.)21. What is the play by Rajiv Joseph probably about?.A.A type of art.B.A teenager's studio.C.A great teacher.D.A group of animals.22. Who is the director of The Audience?A. Helen Mirren.B. Peter Morgan.C. Dylan Baker.D. Stephen Daldry.23. Which play will you go to if you are interested in American history?A. Animals Out of Paper.B. The Audience.C. Hamilton.D. O n the Twentieth Century.BFor Western designers, China and its rich culture have long been an inspiration for Western creative."It's no secret that China has always been a source(来源)of inspiration for designers," says Amanda Hill, chief creative officer at A+E Networks, a global media company and home to some of the biggest fashion(时尚)shows.Earlier this year, the China Through A Looking Glass exhibition in New York exhibited 140 pieces of China-inspired fashionable clothing alongside Chinese works of art, with the aim of exploring the influence of Chinese aesthetics(美学)on Western fashion and how China has fueled the fashionable imagination for centuries. The exhibition had record attendance, showing that there is huge interest in Chinese influences."China is impossible to overlook," says Hill. "Chinese models are the faces of beauty and fashion campaigns that sell dreams to women all over the world, which means Chinese women are not just consumers of fashion —they are central to its movement. "Of course, only are today's top Western designers being influenced by China —some of the best designers of contemporary fashion are themselves Chinese." Vera Wang, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu are taking on Galiano, Albaz, Marc Jacobs-and beating them hands down in design and sales," adds Hill.For Hill, it is impossible not to talk about China as the leading player when discussing fashion. "The most famous designers are Chinese, so are the models, and so are the consumers," she says. "China is no longer just another market; in many senses it has become the market. If you talk about fashion today, you are talking about China —its influences, its direction, its breathtaking clothes, and how young designers and models are finally acknowledging that in many ways."24.What can we learn about the exhibition in New York?A. It promoted the sales of artworks.B. It attracted a large number of visitors.C. It showed ancient Chinese clothes.D. It aimed to introduce Chinese models.25.What does Hill say about Chinese women?A. They are setting the fashion.B. They start many fashion campaigns.C. They admire super models.D. They do business all over the world.26.What do the underlined words "taking on" in paragraph 4 mean?A. learning fromB. looking down onC. working withD. competing against27.What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Young Models Selling Dreams to the WorldB.A Chinese Art Exhibition Held in New YorkC. Differences Between Eastern and Western AestheticsD. Chinese Culture Fueling International Fashion TrendsCBefore the 1830s,most newspapers were sold through annual subscriptions in America, usually $8 to $10 a year. Today $8 or $10 seems a small amount of money, but at that time these amounts were forbidding to most citizens. Accordingly, newspapers were read almost only by rich people in politics or the trades. In addition, most newspapers had little in them that would appeal to a mass audience. They were dull and visually forbidding. But the revolution that was taking place in the 1830s would change all that.The trend, then, was toward the "penny paper"—a term referring to papers made widely available to the public. It meant any inexpensive newspaper; perhaps more importantly it meant newspapers that could be bought in single copies on the street.This development did not take place overnight. It had been possible(but not easy)to buy single copies of newspapers before 1830,but this usually meant the reader had to go down to the printer's office to purchase a copy. Street sales were almost unknown. However, within a few years, street sales of newspapers would be commonplace in eastern cities. At first the price of single copies was seldom a penny—usually two or three cents was charged —and some of the older well-known papers charged five or six cents. But the phrase "penny paper " caught the public's fancy, and soon there would be papers that did indeed sell for only a penny.This new trend of newspapers for "the man on the street" did not begin well. Some of the early ventures(企业)were immediate failures. Publishers already in business, people who were owners of successful papers, had little desire to change the tradition. It took a few youthful and daring businessmen to get the ball rolling.28.Which of the following best describes newspapers in America before the 1830s?A. Academic.B. Unattractive.C. Inexpensive.D. Confidential.29.What did street sales mean to newspapers?A. They would be priced higher.B. They would disappear from cities.C. They could have more readers.D. They could regain public trust.30.Who were the newspapers of the new trend targeted at?A. Local politicians.B. Common people.C. Young publishers.D. Rich businessmen.31.What can we say about the birth of the penny paper?A. It was a difficult process.B. It was a temporary success.C. It was a robbery of the poor.D. It was a disaster for printers.DMonkeys seem to have a way with numbers.A team of researchers trained three Rhesus monkeys to associate 26 clearly different symbols consisting of numbers and selective letters with 0-25 drops of water or juice as a reward. The researchers then tested how the monkeys combined—or added—the symbols to get the reward.Here's how Harvard Medical School scientist Margaret Livingstone, who led the team, described the experiment: In their cages the monkeys were provided with touch screens. On one part of the screen, a symbol would appear, and on the other side two symbols inside a circle were shown. For example, the number 7 would flash on one side of the screen and the other end would have 9 and 8. If the monkeys touched the left side of the screen they would be rewarded with seven drops of water or juice; if they went for the circle, they would be rewarded with the sum of the numbers—17 in this example.After running hundreds of tests, the researchers noted that the monkeys would go for the higher values more than half the time, indicating that they were performing a calculation, not just memorizing the value of each combination.When the team examined the results of the experiment more closely, they noticed that the monkeys tended to underestimate(低估)a sum compared with a single symbol when the two were close in value—sometimes choosing, for example, a 13 over the sum of 8 and 6. The underestimation was systematic: When adding two numbers, the monkeys always paid attention to the larger of the two, and then added only a fraction(小部分)of the smaller number to it."This indicates that there is a certain way quantity is represented in their brains, "Dr. Livingstone says. “But in this experiment what they're doing is paying more attention to the big number than the little one.”32. What did the researchers do to the monkeys before testing them?A. They fed them.B. They named them.C. They trained them.D. They measured them.33. How did the monkeys get their reward in the experiment?A. By drawing a circle.B. By touching a screen.C. By watching videos.D. By mixing two drinks.34. What did Livingstone's team find about the monkeys?A. They could perform basic addition.B. They could understand simple words.C. They could memorize numbers easily.D. They could hold their attention for long.35. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?A. Entertainment.B. Health.C. Education.D. Science.第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

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第30节世界与环境(二)Ⅰ.阅读理解A(2018·北京石景山区一模)Average humans can consume 15 or more drinks in plastic bottles a month.If you were born after 1978,and live until 80 years old,you will leave behind a minimum of 14,400 plastic bottles on this planet.These bottles take hundreds of years to break down into tiny pieces of plastic,never to completely disappear.Most of the waste is consumed by fish and birds,which has shortened their lifetime greatly.The Plastic Bottle Village is just a great idea that might finally save us from being buried in plastic.It’s a community in Panama that is going to be made of used bottles.The design process begins with building steel frames,which are then filled with these bottles.Once this step is completed,and electrical and plumbing(管道装置) lines are put inside,the plastic walls are covered by concrete—both inside and outside.So no one will actually be able to tell that the walls are made of plastic.Besides,the material will keep the house 17℃ cooler than the outside,which is the biggest benefit to people living inside.The village is the brainchild(主意) of Robert Bezeau with the intention of setting up several environmental projects.Having started a recycling program four years ago,during which a number of plastic bottles were collected,he started to think of how they could be put to use.Soon enough,he decided to use them to build houses,and came up with a basic idea for the construction process.The project hopes to make people conscious of the waste that these bottles create so that they can do more to protect the environment.The village will also create an education center that will teach individuals from the world how to reuse plastic bottles as construction materials for shelter.Recycled bottles could neutralize the negative effect of your passage on this planet,and move closer to leaving only your “footprints”.1.What does Paragraph 1 intend to tell us?A.The reason for buying fewer drinks.B.The difficult situation of wildlife.C.The amount of plastic waste.D.The seriousness of plastic pollution.答案 D解+析推理判断题。

根据第一段内容可知,一个人一生中会留下许多塑料瓶子,这些瓶子要花上百年才能分解成碎片,而且永远不会完全消失。

大部分的废物被鱼和鸟所消耗,大大缩短了它们的寿命。

由此可推测出这些塑料瓶子对地球的污染有多严重。

故选D项。

2.What is the biggest benefit to people living in the Plastic Bottle Village?A.The house will be much cooler than normal ones.B.The material of construction will be reduced a lot.C.The newly-made house can save a lot of electricity.D.The waste of the house can be consumed by fish and birds.答案 A解+析细节理解题。

根据第二段最后一句可知,这种材料可以使房子的温度比室外低17°,这对居住在室内的人来说是最大的好处。

3.Which of the following words can best describe Robert?A.Creative. B.Courageous.C.Enthusiastic. D.Sensitive.答案 A解+析推理判断题。

用塑料瓶子作建筑材料是非常有创意的,罗伯特能想出这样的主意说明他是一个有创造性的人。

故选A。

4.The main purpose of Robert’s project is to .A.provide shelter for localsB.reuse all deserted plastic bottlesC.popularize the use of plastic bottlesD.raise people’s environmental awareness答案 D解+析推理判断题。

根据最后一段第一句可知,该项目希望人们意识到这些瓶子造成的浪费,以便他们能做更多事情来保护环境,由此可知,该项目的目的是提高人们保护环境的意识。

故选D项。

B(2018·山东淄博一模)Recycling is essential in today’s world.The most important reason for this is that humanprogress and industry have made it possible for people to have lots of things,and when people have many material possessions,they are bound to throw some of them away.This creates a lot of garbage which in turn destroys the environment.Recycling is a way for us to keep the world clean as items are broken down and used again,preventing the littering of the environment.Instead of throwing all your garbage into the trash can,you should separate paper,metal,glass,and plastic into different containers.c-o/mpost should also be recycled as this is excellent food for farm animals and also makes for great fertilizer(肥料).You should try to buy products that have been recycled.You can see if an item has been made from recycled materials by its label; if it’s been recycled,it will say so.Also,instead of always buying new clothes,you can arrange to have a clothing swap with your friends.You bring clothes you don’t want and pick items you want from what other people have brought.Not only does this save the environment,but it also saves your pocketbook.Remember,what is one person’s junk can be someone else’s treasure! The saying can be applied to all sorts of things:books,CDs,furniture,etc.Also,try shopping at second-hand stores,because they often have lots of items still in good shape for you to choose.Many countries have made it easy for people to recycle,as alongside the normal garbage trucks,special garbage trucks come and pick up recyclables.However,in many countries around the world the responsibility is left up to the individual to recycle.Therefore,it must be made a priority(优先考虑的事) in society so we can continue to make our environment livable.5.Why is more waste being made in today’s world?A.People dislike the updated items.B.People own abundant belongings.C.People intend to live a simple life.D.People have made great progress in industry.答案 B解+析细节理解题。

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