高考英语二轮阅读理解训练05
2013高考英语二轮阅读理解训练05：（答案）热身训练It is surprising that eating three meals a day ─ breakfast, lunch, and dinner ─ has been a custom only since 1890. Before this time, they only had two meals a day ─ breakfast and dinner.In the 16th century, breakfast was only to break one's fast (随便吃一点). But 200 years later it had become a large meal , not just for family, but for numbers of guests as well. It was a social event, It began at 10 a.m. and lasted until l p.m.. Then breakfast began to be less popular. It became , instead, a lighter meal and was taken at a much earlier hour. By 1850 it had been pushed hack to 8 a.m.. and became a family meal.Dinner, however, went the other way. In the 16th century it was eaten at 11 a.m.. Years later, it had moved to the early afternoon, then to 5 p. m.. By 1850 dinner time had reached 7 p.m. Lunch is a recent idea. It first appeared as a snack to fill the gap between breakfast and dinner.59. English people did not have lunch _________.A. before 1890B. after 1890C. after 16th centuryD. by 185060. "Dinner, however, went the other way" means _________.A. Dinner didn't go there with breakfastB. Dinner took the same way with breakfastC. Dinner is different from breakfastD. Dinner is the same with breakfast61. Lunch has been served since the end of the ________ century.A. seventeenthB. eighteenthC. sixteenthD. nineteenth62. The selection is mostly concerned with _________.A. what people eat for breakfastB. what people eat for dinnerC. the history of supperD. the history of breakfast63. The selection leads the reader to believe that __________.A. our custom of meals is based on English customB. before 1890 people also ate three meals a dayC. breakfast is the most important meal for usD. the body can adjust to two or three meals a day59、ACDDD********************************************************结束***********************************结束AThe Internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card fraud. Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal web site.Web sites offering cheap goods and services should be regarded with care. On-line shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought. The thieves then go shopping with your card number — or sell the information over the Internet. Computer hackers have broken down security systems, raising questions about the safety of cardholder information. Several months ago, 25, 000 customers of CD Universe, an on-line music retailer(零售商), were not lucky. Their names, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a Web site after the retailer refused to pay US $157, 828 to get back the information.Credit-card firms are now fighting against on-line fraud. Mastercard is working on plans for Web-only credit card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping on-line. However, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated.Ask about your credit-card firm’s on-line rules: Under British law, cardholders have to pay the first US $78 of any fraudulent(欺骗性的) spending.And shop only at secure sites; Send your credit-card information only if the Web site offers advanced secure system. If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The Website address may also start https: //—the extra “s” stands for secure. If in doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone.Keep your password safe: Most on-line sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your passwords with care.56. What do most people worry about the Internet according to this passage?A. A lot of stolen credit-cards were sold on the Internet.B. Fraud on the Internet.C. Many Web sites are destroyed.D. Many illegal Web sites are on the Internet.57. What is the meaning of “fraud”?A. Cheating.B. Sale.C. Payment.D. Safety.58. How can the thieves get the information of the credit card?A. The customers give them the information.B. The thieves steal the information from Web sites.C. The customers sell the information to them.D. The thieves buy the information from credit-card firms.59. You are shopping on the site: http: // www. Shopping. com, and you want to buya TV set, what does this article suggest to do?A. Order the TV set at once.B. Do not buy the TV set on this site.C. E-mail the site your credit-card information.D. Tell the site your password and buy the TV set for you.参考答案56---59、 BABB***********************************************************结束BThe common cold is the world’s most widespread illness, which is plagues(疫病) that flesh receives.The most widespread fallacy(谬误) of all is that colds are caused by cold. Theyare not. They are caused by viruses passing on from person to person. You catch acold by coming into contact, directly or indirectly, with someone who already hasone. If cold causes colds, it would be reasonable to expect the Eskimos to sufferfrom them forever. But they do not. And in isolated arctic regions explorers havereported being free from colds until coming into contact again with infected peoplefrom the outside world by way of packages and mail dropped from airplanes.During the First World War soldiers who spent long periods in the trenches(战壕), cold and wet, showed no increased tendency to catch colds.In the Second World War prisoners at the notorious Auschwitz concentration camp(奥斯维辛集中营), naked and starving, were astonished to find that they seldom had colds.At the Common Cold Research Unit in England, volunteers took part in Experimentsin which they gave themselves to the discomforts of being cold and wet for longstretches of time. After taking hot baths, they put on bathing suits, allowedthemselves to be with cold water, and then stood about dripping wet in drafty room.Some wore wet socks all day while others exercised in the rain until close to exhaustion.Not one of the volunteers came down with a cold unless a cold virus was actually droppedin his nose.If, then, cold and wet have nothing to do with catching colds, why are they morefrequent in winter? Despite the most pains-taking research, no one has yet found theanswer. One explanation offered by scientists is that people tend to stay togetherindoors more in cold weather than at other times, and this makes it easier for coldviruses to be passed on.No one has yet found a cure for the cold. There are drugs and pain suppressors(止痛片) such as aspirin, but all they do is relieve the symptoms.60. The writer offered _______ examples to support his argument.A. 4B. 5C. 6D. 361. Which of the following does not agree with the chosen passage?A. The Eskimos do not suffer from colds all the time.B. Colds are not caused by cold.C. People suffer from colds just because they like to stay indoors.D. A person may catch a cold by touching someone who already has one.62. Arctic explorers may catch colds when _______.A. they are working in the isolated arctic regionsB. they are writing reports in terribly cold weatherC. they are free from work in the isolated arctic regionsD. they are coming into touch again with infected people from the outside world63. The passage mainly discusses _______.A. the experiments on the common coldB. the fallacy about the common coldC. the reason and the way people catch coldsD. the continued spread of common colds参考答案 60—63、D CDC*******************************************************结束CThere are many factors which may have an influence on adults and children being able to lead a healthy life.Nowadays, people are very busy. Often, both parents work outside the home. Children are expected to take on more responsibility at home to help their parents. They also have sporting and leisure activities as well as school expectations.The business also adds another factor: the need to use cars to get from one place to another quickly.Today, society places a lot of emphasis on technology. Computers, DVDs, CDs, television, PlayStations and X-boxes have become major leisure activities, rather than traditional more active pursuits (追求). This has led to a more sedentary lifestyle.The media provide entertainment and information. Unfortunately, they also promote fast food which fits easily into busy lifestyles. It is much more convenient at times to buy a quick takeaway rather than prepare a meal. The media constantly bombard (轰炸) their audience with “perfect” body images, the need to buy the most fashionable clothes, the most up-to-date computer games, the best places to visit and the best things to do.Environments vary. We may be exposed to pollution, such as cigarette smoke. This can be harmful to people who suffer from breathing difficulties. Environments where passive smoking is unavoidable make it difficult to lead a healthy life.The important factor influencing healthy lifestyles is motivation, or the desire to be healthy. Any person who wants to be healthy will find a way to be healthy--if he/she is motivated enough!64. The passage is mainly about _______.A. benefits of a healthy life styleB. demands of daily lifeC. factors affecting a healthy lifestyleD. a positive approach to healthy living65. The underlined word “sedentary” probabl y means _______.A. involving little exercise or physical activityB. having a lot of things to doC. being isolated (孤立) from the outside worldD. experiencing a lot of stress66. Which is NOT listed as a factor influencing the ability to have a healthy lifestyle?A. Pollution.B. Economic factors.C. Dependence upon cars.D. Influence of family or friends.67. According to the author, _______ may be the most important factor influencinghealthy.A. technologyB. cultural backgroundC. environmentD. the desire to be healthy参考答案 64---67、CAB D******************************************************结束DJiang Heping, Chief Executive (总监) of CCTV-9, decides the success of many journalism departments all over the country.Mr. Jiang said there were two big movements that were important for CCTV-9. “First, CCTV-9 has successfully entered Indonesia. Meanwhile, CCTV-9 has developed another 10 million viewers through the Great Wall Platform since October 1st, 2004. Second, by carrying out the ‘Go Out Project’,CCTV-9 has gained more audiences from different parts of the world,” Mr. Jiang said.CCTV-9’s standard for job applicantsWhen he was asked which kind of graduate he would choose between students with good English but little knowledge of journalism and students with a good knowledge of jou rnalism but poor English, he said, “Of course,the students with good English!” Mr. Jiang firmly believed that journalistic skills can be gradually mastered in practice, but a good knowledge of English can never be easily gained in a short time.CCTV-9’s experience in explorationMr. Jiang thought the proper setting of the channel’s identity as a “China Channel” is the key point of the channel’s success. CCTV-9 is making every effort to report what is happening in China and has decided to continue doing so.He also mentioned the attitude in reporting news. CCTV-9’s reports during the Iraqi War were considered the justest by international societies. Foreign experts were also invited to many of their programs.“The past doesn’t explain anything. We should make the best use of it and do a better job in the future,” Mr. Jiang said.CCTV-9’s tomorrowWhen talking about CCTV-9’s plans for the future, Mr. Jiang painted a great picture for the channel. He said, “We will cooperate with other med ia, especially with English language media. The southeast Asian and European platforms are also part of our plans. We also aim to establish Russian and Arabic channel.”68. This passage is most probably _______.A. a program on CCTV-9B. an interview with Jiang HepingC. an autobiography (自传) of Jiang HepingD. a promotion of CCTV-969. Which of the following statement is TRUE?A. CCTV-9 has successfully entered Russia and some Arab countries.B. Students with a good knowledge of journalism but poor English are more likelyto be admitted to CCTV-9.C. People in Indonesia can also watch CCTV-9.D. The key point of CCTV-9’s success is to offer the justest information.70. From the last two paragraphs said by Jiang Heping, we can infer he is _______.A. easy-goingB. discouragedC. energeticD. optimistic参考答案参考答案 68---70、BCD*****************************************************结束。
高考英语二轮总练习阅读理解精选及解析
2021高考英语二轮总练习阅读理解精选〔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 (漠然旳). 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 insensitiveA. 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 recorded 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 liked 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 mid dle 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 nineteen-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 trueA. 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 warA. 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 “con cept〞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 RelaxationSomewhere i n 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 t hem. 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〔恢复活力〕in a land of unspoiled peace. Located on a 70-foot cliff overlooking the north shore of the island 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 brilliance 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 will they payA. ＄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, but together 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 (入侵旳) 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. So when you’re out and about, slow down and keep an eye out for wildlife.67. What would be the best title for this passageA. 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(优先考虑旳事) 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 Cooke of t he Royal CourtTheatre, 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 fear it’ s ‘not for th em’ . It’ s time to change this perception.〞Jeremy Hunt, the Shadow Culture Secretary, said: “The real issue is not ge tting 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 planA. 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。
高考英语二轮总复习课后习题 专项能力提升练 阅读理解 文体分类练5 说明文之生态环保类
文体分类练(五) 说明文之生态环保类(限时:25分钟)Passage1(河北邯郸一模)Bee protection is a big issue these days in America,with people planting native pollinator gardens,setting up bee houses,and taking part in scientific activities to monitor local bee populations.And this is for good reason—in North America,a quarter of native bee species are at risk of extinction.Bees pollinate 35 percent of our global food supply and many of the wild plants our ecosystems depend on.No Mow May,a movement that began in the UK,is now rapidly spreading throughout the US.Its popularity lies in its being simple:Just give bees a help during the crucial springtime by removing a chore from your list and letting your lawn grow for the month of May.This lets “lawn flowers” such as dandelions grow at a time when bee food is rare.Dandelions,despite being pretty and useful,arenon-native.Then why do we promote a movement that encourages their growth?Here’s the basic answer—don’t let “perfect” be the enemy of “good”.Sure,it’d be great to turn your entire neighborhood into a bee kingdom of native plants,but that can take lots of time and money.While dandelions have become the poster child for No Mow May,other plants—including native species—may also appear in your lawn.“Besides dandelions,there are many oth er plants that are going to be there,” says Dr.Claudio Gratton at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.In Massachusetts,scientists found 63 species of plants in lawns,30 percent of which were native to the state.Most of the Americans probably loved dandelions as children but have tended to hate them as adults because of American lawn culture,which allows no flowers.“No Mow May forces us to think about our relationship with nature.We should reflect on the way we have made nature suitour needs,and realize f lowers play really important roles,” says Dr.Claudio Gratton.1.What is the background to No Mow May in the US?A.Native bee species are increasing.B.There is a tendency to protect bees.C.Bees mainly depend on garden plants.D.More people have no time to cut lawns.2.What do we know about the No Mow May?A.It needs almost no cost.B.Few Americans support it.C.It is aimed at growing dandelions.D.It appeals for careful attention to the lawns.3.What does the underlined part “poster child” in paragraph 4 probably mean?A.Slight element.B.Rare eple. D.Difficult problem.4.Which of the following agrees with American lawn culture?A.A bee-friendly lawn.B.A regularly cut lawn.C.A lawn growing naturally.D.A lawn with native flowers.Passage2(安徽安庆二模)Interactive software that “reads” and analyses footprints left by black rhinos (犀牛)can be used to monitor the movements of the animals in the wild,giving conservationists a new way to keep watch on the endangered species and help keep it safe from poachers (偷猎者),according to a Duke University-led study.The software,called the Footprint Identification Technique (FIT),uses advanced technology to analyze more than 100 measurements of a rhino’s footprint.Because each rhino’s footprint is as special as a human fingerprint,the analyzed images can be collected electronically in a global database of previously collected footprint images for matching.“If you find a match,you can identify the individual animal who left the mark and,by plotting the locations of all the other places where marks have been seen,track its movements withoutdisturbing it or coming into close enough contact with it,” said Zoe Jewell,a professor at Duke University’s Nicholas School of the Environment,who co-led the study and is co-creator of FIT.“It’s a cost-effective approach that not only protects the health of the rhino and the human,but also brings a centuries-old tracking skill into the 21st Century,” she said.Jewell and her colleagues are now working with Namibia’s Ministry of Environment,Forestry and Tourism to train wildlife conservationists,land managers and local guides how to use FIT.Namibia is home to an estimated 2,000 black rhinos,or about 90% of the species’ total population worldwide.Though legally owned by the government,the animals are distributed geographically on private lands across the country.The FIT software can also do a survey of footprints throughout the protected area and take measurements from each footprint to estimate the number of rhinos in that area.This can be useful information for calculation resource needs to monitor the animals effectively.This creates an interactive library that anti-poachingpatrols(反偷猎巡逻)can use to search for animals at the highest risk,including those whose footprints haven’t been sho wing up in recent years.5.What is the purpose of the software?A.To promote the development of technology.B.To protect black rhinos from being hunted.C.To analyze the footprints of illegal poachers.D.To save endangered species across the world.6.What’s the advantage of the software?A.It owns various functions.B.It goes to the market.C.It is perfectly practical.D.It is more than popular.7.What does Zoe Jewell say about the approach?A.It brings the best advantage for the lowest cost.B.It helps increase the population of black rhinos.C.It raises people’s awareness of the environment.D.It strengthens the tie between humans and nature.8.Which of the following best describes the future of rhinos?A.Optimistic.B.Hopeless.C.Worrying.D.Uncertain.Passage3(广东广州一模)Beavers(海狸),like humans,change their surroundings to fit their needs.Known as nature’s engineers,they tear trees down to build homes to live in and dam to raise water levels for protection from enemies.Dams also slow water’s flow while b locking sediment(沉积物)that would otherwise flow downstream.The resulting wetlands often attract wildlife diversity where none had existed.There are challenges,though.Beaver dams sometimes cause flooding,and most people prefer trees alive and upright.Communities face a delicate balancing act,learning to coeany people enjoying Winston Path became beaver fans as one furry family transformed Swallow Pond into an oasis for birds,frogs,turtles and deer.Yet such activity caused concern.As beavers worked,they raised water levels about five feet.The increased depth allows beavers to survive underwater if the pond ices over.But county officials were concerned about how higher water would affect the soil bank supporting Winston Path.To find a good balance between protecting the path and the beavers,the county introduced a“beaver baffle”—a pond leveler.Beavers often rush to fill holes in their dams.Baffles stabilize water levels by creating a hidden exit for high water to escape through the dam,unnoticed by the beavers.People love the beavers but they also love the mature trees.Recently,Catherine Jones,18,organized a tree-caging event—putting wire cloth around large tree trunks to discourage beavers from biting them.It also protects people from injury due to random tr ees falling.“We cover the trees we don’t want them to eat,while planting periodically others they like,”said Jones.“We need to learn to give up a little of our wants to share the Earth’s resources.”Swallow Pond’s project would restore proper water depth and improve wildlife habitat without creating problems for the path.The balancing act continues.9.What is the first paragraph mainly about?A.Where beavers’ favorite surroundings are.B.What effects beavers have on their habitat.C.Why beavers are called nature’s engineers.D.How beavers help attract wildlife diversity.10.Why did the beaver family’s activity cause concern?A.Swallow Pond would flood often.B.Sediment would flow downstream.C.The popular path might be damaged.D.Beavers might have to live underwater.11.What do the underlined words “beaver baffle” in paragraph 4 refer to?A.A block to keep beavers away.B.A tool to fis.C.A device to maintain water level.D.A material to protect the soil bank.12.Which can be the theme of Swallow Pond’s pr oject?A.Biological diversity.B.Harmonious coexistence.C.Prevention of natural disasters.D.Preservation of wildlife habitat.答案：文体分类练(五) 说明文之生态环保类Passage1[语篇解读]本文是一篇说明文。
高考英语二轮复习专题一阅读理解训练5文章出处或读者对象(含解析)
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2023年新高考英语二轮拔高班复习资料阅读理解训练题型：说明文题组训练（五）姓名：班级：学校：错题号：（2022·福建厦门·校联考模拟预测）Our planet is home to many radioactive substances-not just in is geologic innards but also in its hospitals, at its industrial sites and in its food processing plants. In Colorado, for instance, 27 buildings house scary-sounding chemical elements such as cesium 137 and cobalt 60. These materials are not there for risky purposes, though. They play a part in cancer treatment, blood irradiation, medical and food sterilization, structure and equipment testing, geologic exploration, etc.The radioactive material is not always bad in a black and-white way: it can be a useful tool. The rays given off by cesium and cobalt can kill germs multiplying in your meat and make your apples last longer. Radiographic instruments can detect, say, cracks in a city’s pipes in a similar way to an x-ray picking up a hairline fracture in your knee. A practice called “well logging”uses sealed radioactive sources to map the geology of holes oil seekers drill into the earth. And of course, radiation is key to cancer treatment.The risk arises because the same radioactive material that is beneficial could also be stolen or misplaced and find its way into trafficking rings or dirty bombs. It might also barn workers if something accidentally goes wrong during a normal nine-to-five day. In 2017 alone, according to a report from the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies, there were 171 “incidents of nuclear or other radioactive materials outside of regulatory control”based on open source reports, 104 of which happened in the U.S.An initiative called RadSecure 100 was launched to remove and better secure energetic material in 100 U.S. cities. “Where is the most high-risk material located around the most people?”says Emily Adams, deputy director of a domestic program in the Office of Radiological Security. “And that’s how we got our 100.”1．What message does the author seem to convey in paragraph 1?A．Radioactive substances can warm our planet.B．Food processing does harm to workers in plants.C．The radioactive material is basically everywhere.D．It’s hard to remove scary-sounding elements in buildings.2．Why does the author mention “well logging”in paragraph 2?A．To make a summary. B．To raise a question.C．To provide a contrast. D．To support an idea.3．What is RadSecure 100 intended for?A．Making use of energetic substances. B．Ensuring safety of the radioactive material.C．Warning people of the most high-risk material D．Protecting the Office of Radiological Security.4．What is the writer’s attitude towards the radioactive material?A．Pessimistic. B．Objective. C．Disapproval. D．Carefree.（2022·重庆·校联考二模）A new study has found that water in the air, not just heat, is important in measuring global warming. The researchers say, when considering humidity and heat, the temperature increase is two times greater than earlier estimates.The researchers also note, temperature by itself is not the best way to measure the effects of climate change and using temperature underestimates conditions in the tropicalareas of the world.The study was published on January 31 in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The researchers team show that the energy created in extreme weather, such as storms, is related to the amount of water in the air. For this reason, they decided to use a special atmospheric measurement to show the amount of heat in an area of air. It is expressed in a scientific measurement for temperature known as degrees Kelvin.Ramanathan is one of the writers of the study. He is a climate scientist at the University of California San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography. “There are two factors of climate change: temperature and humidity. And so far, we have measured global warming just in terms of temperature,”he says. “Warm air can hold more water than cold air. For every degree Celsius that air temperature increases, it can hold seven percent more water. When the water vapor in the air becomes liquid, it releases heat or energy. That’s why when it rains, now it pours.”Ramanathan added that water vapor is a powerful heat-trapping gas in the atmosphere that increases climate change. From 1980 to 2019, the average world surface air temperature increased by 0.79 degrees Celsius. But when they considered energy from humidity, their temperature measurement had increased by 1.48 degrees Celsius. In the tropics, the warming was as much as 4 degrees Celsius.Wuebbles is a climate scientist at the University of Illinois. He was not part of the study. But Wuebbles said the idea makes sense because water vapor is important in extreme rainfall. He said, “Both heat and humidity are important.”5．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?A．The combination of water and heat decreases average surface temperature.B．The reason why it pours is that cold air can hold more water than warm air.C．Scientists adopt temperature degrees Kelvin as a special atmospheric measurement.D．Scientists used both temperature and humidity to measure global warming in the past.6．How does Ramanathan illustrate his findings in the fifth paragraph?A．By making comparisons. B．By taking examples.C．By analyzing reasons. D．By giving definitions.7．What is Wuebbles’attitude to this new study?A．Critical. B．Objective. C．Skeptical. D．Appreciative.8．Which of the following may be the best title for the passage?A．Extreme Weathers Are Closely Related to Air Heat AmountB．A New Study Focuses on Global Warming SolutionsC．Humidity Is Also Important in Measuring Climate ChangesD．Two Climate Scientists Develop a Scientific Method（2022·湖南郴州·统考一模）Shawanee Patrick is passionate about giving everyone the ability to walk as comfortably and effectively as possible through the use of walking assistive devices, such as prosthetics (假肢) and orthotics. A Ph.D．student in the J. Mike walker 66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, Patrick was inspired to help develop better walking assistive devices by the partial paralysis (瘫痪) of her grandmother.Her research focuses on developing and improving walking assistive devices by determining what inputs are important and outcomes that could improve the design process. “I like to say my research is about how to help people who can’t walk be able to walk, and how to help those who do walk. Walk better.”Patrick said. “That’s kind of my aim.Walking improves the quality of life, so it’s really important we help those facing challenges when we can.”The COVID-19 pandemic brought challenges to Patrick’s research as well. Patrick’s research—which works with human studies—had been delayed several times by the health and availability of her subjects. Patrick said the process of conducting her research includes investigating the user’s needs from various angles. From the perspective of the user themselves to their physician and family members, Patrick said it is necessary to build a complete picture of them.Patrick is determined to make a positive impact on the lives of the people she works with. as well as the thousands more like them. Although the specific project she is working on will not be going to market. Patrick said she is hopeful that the research she is conducting could one day influence the development of a product that makes its way to those who could greatly benefit from the support.9．What inspired Patrick to start the project?A．Her strong desire to help the old.B．Her grandmother’s disability.C．Her assignment in university.D．Her enthusiasm about mechanical engineering.10．What is the purpose of Patrick’s research?A．To figure out the facts about inputs.B．To cope with the important challenges.C．To improve the lives of those in need.D．To perfect the design process.11．What was the necessary step when Patrick conducted the research?A．Fully understand the users’demands.B．Remove the C0VID-19 pandemic.C．Investigate the users’health and availability.D．Contact the users’physician and family members.12．Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A．How to walk Better.B．A Cure for Painful Patients.C．A New walking Device.D．A Helpful Project Launched by A student.（2022·广东肇庆·肇庆市第一中学校考一模）Final exams are around the comer —but that won’t stop some teenagers putting in the least effort. This may be because their brains aren’t developed enough to properly assess how high the stakes (利害关系) are, and adapt their behaviour accordingly.Catherine Insel, at Harvard University, and her team asked adolescents between the ages of 13 and 20 to play a game while monitoring their brains. In some rounds of the game,participants could earn 20 cents fora correct response, while an incorrect one would cost them 10 cents. But in rounds with higher stakes,correct responses were worth a dollar, and wrong answers lost the participants 50 cents.The team found that while the older volunteers performed better in the high stakes rounds, the younger ones didn’t —their performance didn’t change in line with whether the stakes were low or high. And the older the volunteers were, the more improved their performance was.When the team looked at the brain activity of the volunteers,they found that their ability to improve their performance was linked to how developed their brains were. A region in the brain, which continues to develop until we are at least 25 years old, seemed to be particularly important. The findings explain why some teenagers are so unconcerned when it comes to hazardous behaviors, such as driving too fast, for instance, especially when one of their friends is nearby.Insel thinks schools should reconsider the way they test performance in teenagers. “This study suggests it’s not a good idea to evaluate school performance in a single final exam”, she says. A better idea would be to use a variety of smaller tests, conducted throughout the year.It’s not all bad news for teens, though. Teenagers put the same amount of effort into tasks that aren’t “important”, and start to prefer hobbies to school. It could be a good thing, allowing teenagers to learn complex social skills, for example.13．Why did the researchers set different bets in the game?A．To teach how to make money.B．To better monitor participants’brains.C．To show the varied risk levels of the game.D．To meet the needs of different participants.14．What does the underlined word “hazardous”probably mean?A．Dangerous. B．Abusive.C．Specific. D．Addictive.15．What should be kept in mind while assessing students’performance?A．It should not be judged by only one exam.B．The items in exams should not be too difficult.C．Exam-focused education should not be adopted.D．Examination is not a good means of evaluating students.16．What is Insel’s attitude to teenagers’putting effort into “unimportant”tasks?A．Unclear. B．Favorable. C．Doubtful. D．Negative.（2022·江苏徐州·徐州市第七中学校考模拟预测）Have you ever wondered what the food you eat every day can tell you about where you come from? Have you ever wondered why people from different parts of the world eat different types of food? Do you ever ask yourself why certain foods or culinary (烹饪的) traditions are so important to your culture? There is more of a connection between food and culture than you may think.On an individual level, we grow up eating the food of our cultures. It becomes a part of who each of us is. Many of us associate food from our childhood with warm feelings and good memories and it ties us to our families, holding a special and personal value for us.On a larger scale, food is an important part of culture. Traditional cuisine is passed down from one generation to the next. It also operates as an expression of cultural identity. Immigrants bring the food of their countries with them wherever they go and cooking traditional food is a way of preserving their culture when they move to new places.In China, harmony is a vital quality in almost every aspect of life. This is reflected in Chinese cuisine, where almost every flavor is used in a balanced way creating delicious dishes with flavors that go well together. The cuisine of the United States also reflects its history. The European colonization of the Americas brought European ingredients and cooking styles to the U.S.As the world becomes more globalized, it is easier to access cuisines from different cultures. We should embrace our heritage(传统)through our culture's food but we should also become more informed about other cultures by trying their foods. It's important to remember that each dish has a special place in the culture to which it belongs, and is specialto those who prepare it.17．What does the author want to express in Paragraph 1?A．A link between food and culture.B．Connections between food and the growth of people.C．Different types of food.D．Concerns about food and culture.18．What does the underlined word "It" in Paragraph 3 refer to?A．Traditional food. B．Traditional culture.C．One generation. D．Childhood.19．How do people feel about Chinese food?A．It is rich in all kinds of vitamins.B．It balances the dishes of different countries.C．It is extremely crucial to balance people's daily life.D．It contains abundant dishes with various flavors.20．What can we learn about food from this passage?A．It binds us to the society, holding a special and personal value for us.B．The European colonist in Americas brought the ingredients and cooking styles from their hometown to the USA．C．In Chinese culture, harmony in cuisine is of little significance. D．We should refuse the cuisines in other cultures.参考答案1．C 2．D 3．B 4．B5．C 6．A 7．D 8．C9．B 10．C 11．A 12．D 13．C 14．A 15．A 16．B 17．A 18．A 19．D 20．B。
2022浙江高考英语二轮科普知识阅读理解(5)解析答案
2022浙江高考英语二轮科普学问阅读理解（5）解析答案科普学问（阅读理解）由(2022福建,D)改编Do you know how it is when you see someone yawn and you start yawning too?Or how hard it is to be among people laughing and not laugh yourself?Well,apparently it’s because we have mirror neurons (神经元)in our brains.Put simply,the existence of mirror neurons suggests that every time we see someone else do something,our brains imitate (模枋)it,whether or not we actually perform the same action.This explains a great deal about how we learn to smile,talk,walk,dance or play sports.But the idea goes further:mirror neurons not only appear to explain physical actions,they also tell us that there is a biological basis for the way we understand other people.Mirror neurons can undoubtedly be found all over our brains,but especially in the areas which relate to our ability to use languages,and to understand how other people feel.Researchers have found that mirror neurons relate strongly to language.A group of researchers discovered that if they gave people sentences to listen to (for example:“The hand took hold of the ball”),the same mirror neurons were triggered as when the action was actually performed (in this example,actually taking hold of a ball).Any problems with mirror neurons may well result in problems with behavior.Much research suggests that people with social and behavioral problems have mirror neurons which are not fully functioning.However,it is not yet known exactly how these discoveries might help find treatments for social disorders.Research into mirror neurons seems to provide us with ever more information concerning how humans behave and interact (互动).Indeed,it may turn out to be the equivalent (相等物)for neuroscience of what Einstein’s theory of relativity was for physics.And the next time you feel the urge to cough in the cinema when someone else does—well,perhaps you’ll understand why.1.Mirror neurons can explain .A.why we cry when we are hurtB.why we cough when we suffer from a coldC.why we smile when we see someone else smileD.why we yawn when we see someone else stay up late2.The underlined word “triggered”in the third paragraph probably means “”.A.set offB.cut offC.built upD.broken up3.We can learn from the passage that mirror neurons .A.relate to human behavior and interactionB.control human physical actions and feelingsC.result in bad behavior and social disordersD.determine our knowledge and language abilities4.What is the passage mainly about?()A.Ways to find mirror neurons.B.Problems of mirror neurons.C.Existence of mirror neurons.D.Functions of mirror neurons.语篇解读:本文是说明文,为科普学问类文章,主要介绍在人类大脑中无处不在的反应神经元的功能。
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手惰市安逸阳光实验学校2013高考英语二轮阅读理解（三月）强化训练05及答案(5)Can you remember the first time you learned to ride a bike or drive a car? Learning these skills changed your life forever and opened up new horizons. Learning about computers can be like learning how to ride a bike or drive a car. Once you have invested the time to master the skills, you will never go back to the old days. The new technology is simply too convenient and too powerful.Technological developments through the years have enabled us to do more with less effort. We have continuously looked for better ways of doing things. Each invention and new development has allowed us to extend our capabilities. Today we see one of the most dramatic technologies ever developed—the computer. It extends the capabilities of our minds. Computers have saved organizations millions of dollars. Furthermore, these same computer systems have opened up new opportunities that would have gone undiscovered or neglected. The computer may multiply what we can do, and the return on investment is high. The growth of computer usage is surprising. On the other hand, the computer can do serious damage. Invasion of privacy(侵犯隐私), fraud(欺诈), and computer-related mistakes are just a few shocking examples.The computer is like a double-edged sword. It has the ability to cut us free from some activities, but it can also cut deep into profits, personal privacy, and our society in general. How it is used is not a function of technology. It is strictly a function of how people decide to use or misuse this new technology. The choice is yours, and only through a knowledge of computer systems will you be able to avoid the dangers while enjoying the many, many benefits of the computer age.1. The writer thinks learning about computers is like learning how to ride a bike or drive a car because _______.A. it is simple and practicalB. it needs a lot of practiceC. it leads people to new life experiencesD. it takes much time to master the skills2. According to the passage, computers bring people the following benefits except _______.A. avoiding mistakesB. saving moneyC. making moneyD. opening up opportunities3. According to the writer, the bad effects of computers can be avoided if we _______.A. have sound knowledge of computer systemsB. tell people not to misuse computersC. have strict rules over the use of computersD. make more investments in the technology4. This passage is probably written for _______.A. computersB. computer producersC. computer learnersD. computer programmers【答案解析】本文讲述了电脑的巨大作用和学会电脑的益处及相关的注意事项。
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2019高考英语二轮阅读理解强化系列（05）及解析AAllherlife,mymotherwantedbusychildren.Itwasveryimportantthatherhouseshouldr emainatalltimescleanandtidy.Youcouldturnyourbackforamomentinmymother’shouse,leaveahalf－writtenletteronthediningroomtable,amagazineopenonthechair,andturnaroundtofindth atmymotherhad“putitbackwhereitbelonged，”assheexplained.Mywife,ononeofherfirstvisitstomymother’shouse,placedapacketofbiscuitsonanendtableandwenttothekitchentofetchadrink.When shereturned,shefoundthepackethadbeenremoved.Confused(疑惑的),shesetdownherdrinkandwentbacktothekitchenformorebiscuits,onlytoreturntofind thatherdrinkhaddisappeared.Uptothenshehadguessedthateveryoneinmyfamilyheldontot heirdrinks,soasnottomakewaterringsontheendtables.Nowsheknowsbetter.Thesedisappearanceshadaconfusingeffectonourfamily.Wewereallinclinedto(有……的倾向)forgetfulness,anditwascommonforoneofus,uponreturningfromthebathroom,tofindth ateverysignofhisworkinprogresshaddisappearedsuddenly.“DoyourememberwhatIwasdoing？”wasaquestionfrequentlyasked,butrarelyanswered.Nowmy_sister_has_developed_a_second－hand_love_of_clean_windows,_andmybrotherdoesthecleaninginhishouse,perhapstoavoi dhavingtobetheonetolifthisfeet.Itrynottothinkaboutittoomuch,butIhaveatthislater timestartedtodustthefurnitureonceaweek.Wehaveallbecomebusypersons.1、WhichofthefollowingisTRUEaboutmymother?A.Sheenjoyedremovingother’sdrinks.B.Shebecamemoreandmoreforgetful.C.Shepreferredtodoeverythingbyherself.D.Shewantedtokeepherhouseingoodorder.2、Mywifecouldnotfindherbiscuitsanddrinkinmymother’shousebecause______.A.shehadalreadyfinishedthemB.mymotherhadtakenthemawayC.sheforgotwhereshehadleftthemD.someoneinmyfamilywasholdingthem3、Theunderlinedpartinthefifthparagraphsuggeststhatmysister______.A.ishappytocleanwindowsB.lovestocleanusedwindowsC.isfondofcleanusedwindowsD.likescleanwindowsasmymotherdid4、Thispassagemainlytellsusthat______.A.mymotheroftenmadeusconfusedB.myfamilymembershadapoormemoryC.mymotherhelpedustoformagoodhabitD.mywifewassurprisedwhenshevisitedmymotherBGeneticsisnotjustascience,letaloneatechnologyorabusiness.Geneticsisaprofoun didea.Geneticsjournals,forinstance,filltheirpageswithdiscoveriesof “diseasegenes”thatlurk(潜伏)silent,inthetwistsandbendsofourDNA,readytoturnonus.Theveryideaofdiseasegenes thathaveyettoactuallycausediseasemakesusfeel“sick”evenifwedon’thaveanysymptom.Cancergeneticshasbroughtevendeeperchanges.Thediseaseusedtobebla medondisguisedexternal(外部的)agentsattackingthebody.Butnowthediseaseisseenas “anaturalbornpartoftheself”.Yougetcancernotsolely,orevenlargely,becauseofsome thingyouate,orbecauseofsomeplaceyoulivedin,orbecauseofsomechemicalyoubreathed.Y ouhavecancerbecauseofwhoyouare.Afterall,noteveryonewholivedasyoulivedgotcancer. Cancer_becomes_an_expression_of_our_essential_nature.Suchaviewaffectshowweact,asindividualsandasasociety.Wegettestedforcancergen es(anddon’tknowwhattomakeoftheresult:afterall,about25to50percentofwomenwhocarryeitherofth etwobreast－cancergenesdiscoveredsofardonotgetbreastcancer).Wethinkindividuallyratherthanso cially,withresultsthatwemay,oneday,regret.Environmentalpollutantsgetlessattenti onnowthatwearetold,againandagain,thatthecauseofdiseaseliesinus.Ifwehadfocusedon genesratherthanvirusesperhapstherewouldhavebeennosocialresponsetotheepidemic(流行病).Asaresultofdiscoveriesingenetics,saysRothman,“wearelookingtolocateproblemsintheindividual.”Thinkinggeneticallymakesussaythattheproblemisnotoursasasocietybutyoursasanindiv idual.5、Whatisthenewdiscoverythatoftenleadstodiseaseinthegeneticfield?A.Diseasegenes.B.Disturbingideas.C.Twistsandbends.D.Pollutants.6、Bysaying“Cancerbecomesanexpressionofouressentialnature”，theauthormeans______.A.thatcancerisadisplayofdiseaseB.thatcancerisnotcausedbyexternalagentsC.thateveryonecangetcancerD.thatnoteveryonecangetcancer7、Whendiscussingaboutthetestswedidinthepasttofindwaysofcuringdisease,theauthorimp liesthat______.A.wedidn’tdothemscientificallyB.wecanmakeuseofsomeofthoseresultsC.wearehappywiththoseresultsD.wewillcontinuetodothoseteststhisway8、Thenewdiscoveryshowsthatitisessentialtoexaminedisease______.A.geneticallyB.sociallyC.individuallyD.generally[答案]1、D。
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2022高考英语（二轮）阅读理解赏析（5）及答案【2022模拟】阅读理解阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
Getting to work by bicycle has never been more ernments andnations are transforming their cities and highways to meet the needs of thisnew generation of cycling enthusiasts , and in a world where greenalternatives (选择) are the new must-have, average citizens are eagerlyseizing their chance to help make their streets and their bodies cleaner thanever before.Become an EBTC Member-Click Here.The Edmonton Bicycle and Touring Club ( EBTC) is a recreational not-for-profit volunteer-run group devoted to promoting its members to cooperatively run bicycling trips during the spring, summer and fall, cross-country skiing trips in the winter, and social events all the year round. We welcome both road bike and mountain bike riders !Benefits of Joining EBTC :·Opportunity to create the kinds of events you like: enjoy dozens of events all year round,organized by members like you !·Participation in the local cycling community.·Use of club bicycle tools on tour and library materials.·Discounts at various bicycle shops.Why Cycle with a Group?·It's more FUN !·It encourages you to come out often and get healthy exercise without going to a gym.·Develop skills and gain through the experience of others.·Meet new and interesting people with a common interest in cycling.·Meet a fun-loving, energetic and different group of individuals who enjoy a healthy lifestyle.·Enjoy the outdoors experience with the companionship and security of a group.·Group atmosphere provides challenge to strong cyclists and support and confidence to thenovice .For more info on the EBTC: Phone the Club Hotline at 780-424-2453 (780-424-BIKE)E-mail: jprimeau@ edmontonbicycle. comMail us at :Edmonton Bicycle & Touring ClubP. O. Box 52021Garneau Postal Stn.Edmonton, AB T6G 2T5 Canada64. The aim of EBTC is .A. to call for governments to produce more bicyclesB. to make money by organizing bicycling tripsC. to popularize cycling by attracting more membersD. to look for young volunteers for sporting events65. What's the advantage of cycling with a group?A. Participating in whatever events.B. Meeting more new people.C. Having bicycles free of charge.D. Enjoying discounts in a gym.66. The underlined word "novice" in the passage probably means "________ .A. professional cyclistB. inexperienced riderC. event organizerD. healthy individual67. Apart from the website, how many other ways can people gain information from EBTC?A. Two.B. Three.C. Four.D. Five.【参考答案】64--67CBBB【2022模拟】阅读理解阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
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50 分阅读理解提分练（五）阅读理解（共两节，满分50 分）第一节（共15小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分37.5 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。
A[2021 •成都市高中毕业班第二次诊断性检测]Training for SavingFirst Aid at Work 3 days £ 279Suitable for people aged 16＋who might need to provide first aid by responding to a wide range of accidents, injuries and illnesses that they could encounter in their workplace. Ideal for organizations whose needs assessment has identified a requirement for additional first aid training, especially those having employees with a disability or a medical condition.Lunch breaks. The classroom setting. Certificates to issue.AED with Life Support 2 days £ 107A right choice for people over 16 who want to learn how to use an automated external defibrillator （AED）. First aid for unresponsive adults in addition. Currently available at our London, Edinburgh and Reading venues; however, you can organize a training session for a group of up to 15 people at your workplace by requesting a group booking.Certificates valid for three years.First Aid for Teachers Training 1 day £ 50Specially designed for those working in a school environment and wishing to have the first aid skills to act in an emergency. Ideal for teachers and other school staff over 16. First aid skills to help a child who is unresponsive and breathing or not breathing, choking, having an allergic reaction or a head injury.Not qualify the learner to act as a first aider.Fire Marshal Training 4 days £ 364Take this if you are over 16 and responsible for fire safety or appointed fire marshals in the workplace. Come to understand how a fire starts and spreads; how to assess and manage these risks; and how to use firefighting equipment. You must be physically able to carry out the practical elements of the course.Roleplay. Classroom environment. Certificates.1 ．What can be learnt in the course AED with Life Support?A．Steps to deal with massive injuries.B．The process of preventing a terrible fire.C．Operation of certain medical equipment.D．Treatment for an adult's mental problems.2．Which course costs the most per day?A．First Aid at Work.B．AED with Life Support.C．First Aid for Teachers Training.D．Fire Marshal Training.3．What do the four courses have in common?A．Providing certificates for trainees.B．Having the same requirement for age.C．Offering a discount for a group booking.D．Taking more than one day for people to complete them.B[2021・大连市高三双基测试卷]Looking back is a wonderful thing. It allows you to see what has led you here and, hopefully, how society has changed and improved.Take, for instance, my career goal. First, I wanted, in 1999, to be a “farmer”，soon archaeologist, then driving instructor and somewhere along the way, footballer.I had grown up in a footballloving family. I remember the exact moment when I said “I'm sad I can't be a footballer” while watching the game with Dad as a preteen. He asked why not. “Because I'm not a boy.” He immediately responded, “You can, if you want to.”“Yeah, I suppose so，” I sighed, “but no one watches women's football.”Looking back, I can see exactly why I felt like that. At school, there was an unwritten rule that sports like hockey and netball were“girl” sports and rugby and football were for the boys. I'd never seen a women's football match on TV. You see, you can't be what you can't see, and lack of representation leads, at best, to misunderstanding, and at worst, fear and negative opinions.Today, the Lionesses took on Scotland in the World Cup, and people across the world tuned in. But, although women's football is one of FIFA's best investments, the majority of female players are earning under a fair wage. Some argue that that's because viewing statistics are lower than those of men's, but the rise in support shows the demand is there. Hopefully, more investment will push female football forward.Today, I'll be cheering on the Lionesses, because it'll mean talented, skillful female footballers being broadcast into millions of homes and maybe, just maybe, a little girl believing that she can also be a Lioness one day.4．Which of the following best describes the author's career goals?A．Realistic. B．Changeable.C．Consistent. D．Longsought.5．Why didn't the author believe she could be a footballer?A．She was not talented enough.B．People lost faith in women's football.C．Girls were forbidden to play football.D．She had no example to follow.6．What can we know about women's football from Paragraph 5?A．It's better paid than men's.B．It is increasingly popular.C．It has no market demand.D．It is not profitable.7．What does the text mainly want to tell us?A．Society advances with time.B．Women deserve equal rights.C．Each goal is worth pursuing.D．Hard work always pays off.C[2021・武汉市高三起点质量检测]When you really love a book, or have just scored a new one that you'redying to read, it can be exciting to pick up a smooth, shiny hardcover copy that creaks a little bit when you open it. But those hardcover books can be heavy, and new ones aren't cheap, either. Sometimes, you'd just rather have a portable paperback — but if it's a new book you're after, you might have to wait a full year or so to get it in paperback form. Why are books released as hardcovers first?Not so long ago, hardcover books were the only type of books. Before the appearance of mass production, print runs were limited, and books were hardbound and expensive. Around the 1930s, that changed with the production of massproduced paperback books, which agreed with a huge surge in reading as a leisure activity around World War II. Paperback books were more affordable and cheaper to produce, which still holds true today.Despite the seeming advantages of paperbacks, there are several reasons why the hardcover has persisted （持续存在）. Because of its history, it conveys a bit more legitimacy （正统性） in the book world than the paperback does. “The hardback is a mark of quality... it shows booksellers and reviewers that this is a book worth paying attention to，” Philip Jones, editor at The Bookseller, explains to The Guardian.But the major reason why books come out as hardcovers is that people buy them, despite their higher cost. The Economist compares it to movies being released in theaters several months before they arrive on DVD. “Just as film fans like to see films on the big screen, collectors enjoy the hardcover's superior quality ，” according to The Economist. And because they're profitable, publishers can gain more from hardcovers, which “will often sell at twice the price of their paperback equivalent （对应物）but do not cost twice as much to produce，” Jones explains.8．What can we learn about hardcover books from Paragraph 1?A．They appeal to real booklovers.B．They are heavy but not expensive.C．They take a long time to come out.D．They are not preferred by booklovers.9．What does the underlined word “surge” in Paragraph 2 mean?A．Drop. B．Success.C．Blow. D．Increase.10．Why are hardcover books still printed today?A．They are brilliantly edited.B．They are worth collecting.C．They convey correct information.D．They sell better than paperbacks.11．What is the main purpose of the passage?A．To introduce hardcover books.B．To present a new social finding.C．To explain a confusing problem.D．To encourage people to read books.D[2021•南昌市一模]A joint research team recently have developed a new electronic skin that is similar to human skin in strength, durability （耐久性）and sensitivity. The skin or eskin may play an important role in nextgeneration personalized medicine, soft robotics and artificial intelligence.“The ideal eskin will mimic （模仿） the many natural functions of human skin, such as sensing temperatureand the touch, accurately and in real time，” says leading researcher Yichen Cai. However, making suitably flexible electronics that can perform such delicate tasks while also used repeatedly is challenging, and each material involved must be carefully engineered.Most eskins are made by putting an active sensor on the surface that attaches to human skin. However, the connection between them is often too weak, which reduces the durability and sensitivity of the material; otherwise, if it is too strong, it won't be flexible enough, making it more likely to break the circuit.“The landscape of skin electronics keeps shifting at a remarkable pace ，” says Cai. “The discovery of 2D sensors has accelerated efforts to turn these quite thin but strong materials into functional, durable artificial skins.”The new manmade skin built by the researchers could sense objects from 20 centimeters away. It could further make a quick response when touched in less than one tenth of a second. “It is a striking achievement for an eskin to maintain toughness after repeated use ，” said Jie Shen, the colleague of Cai, “which mimics the softness and rapid recovery of human skin.”This type of eskin could monitor a range of biological information, such as changes in blood pressure, which can be detected from movements of arms and legs. This data can then be shared and stored on the cloud via WiFi.“One remaining problem to the widespread use of eskins lies in mass production of highresolution sensors ，adds group leader Vincent Tung. “However, the latest technology offers new promise.”12．What's the feature of the new eskin?A．It can store information. B．It's quite hard and tough.C．It's flexible and sensitive.D．It can replace human skin.13．Why does the author mention “Most eskins ” in Paragraph 3?A．To stress the challenges of making eskin.B．To introduce the popularity of eskins.C．To show the process of making eskins.D．To compare the similarities between eskins. 14．What can the new eskin do?A．Adjust the blood pressure. B．Recover the wounded skin.C．Work as a remote controller. D．Sense the outside temperature.15．What is the best title for the text?A．A Breakthrough in High TechnologyB．Manmade Skin ImprovedC．Eskin, a Promising BusinessD．The Widespread Use of Eskin 第二节（共5 小题；每小题2.5 分，满分12.5 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。
2025届高考英语二轮题海特训营5阅读理解推理判断一
阅读理解-推理推断一1、 In 1812, the year Charles Dickens was born, there were 66 novels published in Britain. People had been writing novels for a century—most experts date the first novel to Robinson Crusoe in 1719—but nobody wanted to do it professionally. The steam-powered printing press was still in its early stages; the literacy(识字) rate in England was under 50%. Many works of fiction appeared without the names of the authors, often with something like “By a lady.”Novels, for the most part, were looked upon as silly, immoral or just plain bad.In 1870, when Dickens died, the world mourned him as its first professional writer and publisher, famous and beloved, who had led an explosion in both the publication of novels and their readership and whose characters — from Oliver Twist to Tiny Tim—were held up as moral touchstones. Today Dickens’ greatness is unchallenged. Removing him from the pantheon(名人堂) of English literature would make about as much sense as the Louvre selling off the Mona Lisa.How did Dickens get to the top? For all the feelings readers attach to stories, literature is a numbers game, and the test of time is extremely difficult to pass. Some 60,000 novels were published during the Victorian age, from 1837 to1901; today a casual reader might be able to name a half-dozen of them. It’s partly true that Dickens’ style of writing attracted audiences from all walks of life. It’s partly that his writings rode a wave of social, political and scientific progress. But it’s also that he r ewrote the culture of literature and put himself at the center. No one will ever know what mix of talent, ambition, energy and luck made Dickens such a distinguished writer. But as the 200th anniversary of his birth approaches, it is possible —and important for our own culture—to understand how he made himselfa lasting one.1.Which of the following best describes British novels in the 18th century?A.They were difficult to understand.B.They were popular among the rich.C.They were seen as nearly worthless.D.They were written mostly by women.2.Dickens is compared with the Mona Lisa in the text to stress________.A.his reputation in FranceB.his interest in modern artC.his success in publicationD.his importance in literature3.What is the author’s purpo se in writing the text?A.To remember a great writer.B.To introduce an English novel.C.To encourage studies on culture.D.To promote values of the Victorian age.2、Daniel Hernandez always wanted to help people. Before he’d even graduated from high school, he trained to be a certified nursing assistant and volunteered at a nursing home. He then decided to work in public service. In his junior year at the University of Arizona, he majored in political science and began volunteering in political activities.One of his heroes was Gabrielle Giffords. When picked for an internship(实习期) with her, he gladly gave up a part-time sales job. So eager was he that he started work four days early. On Saturday morning, January 8, he arrived at La Toscana Village market north of Tucson and began setting up tables in front of a Safeway store where 30 or so people were gathering to meet Giffords.At 10: 10 a. m.,Hernandez heard loud sounds. “Gun!” someone shouted. He heard people screaming, saw them falling to the ground. Hernandez was standing 30 feet away from Giffords when she fell down. In seconds, he was at her side. Everywhere around him was chaos, but Hernandez willed himself to remain calm.Giffords was lying on the sidewalk; blood was streaming down her face from a bullet wound on her head. Gently, Hernandez lifted her into a sitting positionagainst his shoulder. Then, with his hand, he applied pressure to the wound on her forehead to prevent the flow of blood. He calmed her and told her all would be well.Minutes later, ambulances arrived on the scene. Still Hernandez stayed with Giffords, holding her hand and talking. “I just made sure she knew she wasn’t alone,” he says. “When I told her I'd contact her husband Mark, she squeezed my hand hard.”Nineteen people fell victim to a crazy man that day. Giffords, though wounded, survived in no small part because of Hernandez’s quick actions. Hernandez did a heroic thing. Though he doesn't think so, the people of Tucson and the nation are grateful that Daniel Hernandez was there at that key moment, four days earlier than he was supposed to be.1.Where did Daniel Hernandez ever volunteer before the accident?A.At the University of Arizona.B.At a store for a product.C.At a nursing home.D.At his high school.2.Why did Hernandez stay with Gabrielle Giffords as soon as possible?A.Gabrielle Giffords was his hero.B.He worked as a security guards.C.He knew Gabrielle Giffords was in danger.D.He knew how to treat her wound.3.According to the last paragraph, to the people of Tucson, Gabrielle Giffords ______.A.worked hard at the Safeway storeB.was one of Daniel Hernandez’s friendsC.did a really heroic thing that dayD.was lucky to survive the accident3、Science has a lot of uses. It can uncover laws of nature, cure diseases, make bombs, and help bridges to stand up. Indeed science is so good at what it does that there’s always a temptation(诱惑) to drag it into problems where it may not behelpful. David Brooks, author of The Social Animal: The Hidden Sources of Love, Character, and Achievement, appears to be the latest in a long line of writers who have failed to resist the temptation.Brooks gained fame for several books. His latest book The Social Animal, however, is more ambitious and serious than his earlier books. It is an attempt to deal with a set of weighty topics. The book focuses on big questions: What has science revealed about human nature? What are the sources of character? And why are some people happy and successful while others aren’t?To answer these questions, Brooks surveys a wide range of disciplines(学科). Considering this, you might expect the book to be a dry recitation of facts. But Brooks has structured his book in an unorthodox(特别规的), and perhaps unfortunate, way. Instead of introducing scientific theories, he tells a story, within which he tries to make his points, perhaps in order to keep the reader’s attention. So as Harold and Erica, the hero and heroine in his story, live through childhood, we hear about the science of child development and as they begin to date we hear about the theory of sexual attraction. Brooks carries this through to the death of one of his characters.On the whole, Brooks’s story is acceptable if uninspired. As one would expect, his writing is mostly clear and, to be fair, some chapters stand out above the rest.I enjoyed, for instance, the chapter in which Harold discovers how to think on his own. While Harold and Erica are certainly not strong or memorable characters, the more serious problems with The Social Animal lie elsewhere. These problems partly involve Brooks’s attempt to translate his tale into science.1.The author mentions the functions of science at the beginning of the passageto__________.A.illustrate where science can be appliedB.demonstrate the value of Brooks’s new bookC.remind the reader of the importance of scienceD.explain why many writers use science in their works2.According to the author, which of the following could be a strength of the book?A.Its strong basis.B.Its convincing points.C.Its clear writing.D.Its memorable characters.3.What is the author’s general attitude towards the book?A.Contradictory.B.Supportive.C.Cautious.D.Critical.4.What is the author likely to write about after the last paragraph?A.Problems with the book.B.Brooks’s life experience.C.Death of the characters.D.Brooks’s translation skills.4、 1. The Wright Brothers, by David McCulloughAnother must-read for history fans, McCullough tells the story of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the brothers who taught the world how to fly. Drawing on all types of historical data —from personal diaries and scrapbooks, to thousands of private letters of family letters —we get a close look at the actual personalities behind one of the most influential moments in history.2. The Wonder Garden, by Lauren AcamporaThis novel is really a collection of several interwoven(交织)stories of people living in the rich Connecticut suburbs. From tales of an elderly artist to a young mother to a woman whose husband just behaves carelessly, The Wonder Garden gives us an unforgettable reminder that there’s often so much we don’t know about what happens with our neighbors behind closed doors.3. Between You & Me: Confessions of a Comma Queen, by Mary NorrisDoes someone mistaking who for whom make your blood boil? Do you want to throw a dictionary at someone for mistaking sit for cite? Enter Between You & Me.Mary Norris brings her experience working in The New Yorker’s copy department to eager grammar fans in this laugh-out-loud book that looks at some of the most common spelling, punctuation, and usage problems in the English language.4. My Struggle: Book Four, by Karl Ove KnausgaardMy Struggle is a six-volume autobiographical novel that follows the life of Karl Ove Knausgaard, a Norwegian father of three. In Book Four, he writes of his decision at the age of 18 to move to a fisherman’s village in the far north of the Arctic circle to work as a school teacher. It’s there that he struggle s with love, alcoholism, and becoming loved by one of his students.1.What does the book The Wright brothers focus on?A.Invention of airplanes.B.Nature of the characters.C.History of airplanes.D.Ordinary life of the characters.2.Who describes his or her real life experiences in the novel?A.David McCullough.uren Acampora.C.Karl Ove Knausgaard.D.Mary Norris.3.Which of the following books might make you burst into laughter?A.My Struggle.B.The Wonder Garden.C.The Wright Brothers.D.Between You & Me.5、 When I was in fourth grade, I worked part-time as a paperboy. Mrs. Stanley was one of my customers. She’d watch me coming down her street, and by the time I’d biked up to her doorstep, there’d be a cold drink waiting. I’d sit and drink while s he talked. Mrs. Stanley talked mostly about her dead husband, “Mr. Stanleyand I went shopping this morning,” she’d say. The first time she said that, soda went up my nose.I told my father how Mrs. Stanley talked as if Mr. Stanley were still alive. Dad said she was probably lonely, and that I ought to sit and listen and nod my head and smile, and maybe she’d work it out of her system. So that’s what I did, and it turned out Dad was right. After a while she seemed content to leave her husband over at the cemetery (墓地).I finally quit delivering newspapers and didn’t see Mrs. Stanley for several years. Then we crossed paths at a church fund-raiser. She was spooning mashed potatoes and looking happy. Four years before, she’d had to offer her paperboy a drink to have someone to talk with. Now she had friends. Her husband was gone, but life went on.I live in the city now, and my paperboy is a lady named Edna with three kids. She asks me how I’m doing. When I don’t say “fine,” she sticks around to hea r my problems. She’s lived in the city most of her life, but she knows about community. Community isn’t so much a place as it is a state of mind. You find it whenever people ask how you’re doing because they care, and not because they’re getting paid to do so. Sometimes it’s good to just smile, nod your head and listen.1.Why did soda go up the author’s nose one time?A.He was talking fast.B.He was shocked.C.He was in a hurry.D.He was absent-minded.2.Why did the author sit and listen to Mrs. Stanley?A.He enjoyed the drink.B.He wanted to be helpful.C.He took the chance to rest.D.He tried to please his dad.3.Which of the following can replace the underlined phrase “work it out of her system” in Paragraph 2?A.Recover from her sadness.B.Move out of the neighborhood.C.Turn to her old friends.D.Speak out about her past.4.What does the author think people in a community should do?A.Open up to others.B.Depend on each other.C.Pay for others’ help.D.Care about one another.6、 I carried out my first real experiment in the 9th grade. My school wasa dream place for someone who dreamed of becoming a scientist—we had almost everything that one needed to do experiments in the lab.The experiment was designed by me and another student called Aisha, who to this day remains a very close friend of mine. We chose to learn about the effect of antioxidants(抗氧化剂)on the growth of African violets(紫罗兰). We cloned a lot of African violets and planted them into baby food jars.To learn about the effect of antioxidants, we decided to count the number of little baby leaves that appeared on the cloned leaf every day. I was not sure why we decided to choose antioxidants to do the experiment. We were just 14 after all and we didn't know much about plants. However, we found that the ones fed with antioxidants produced more little baby leaves on them. I was sure the antioxidants had an effect on them. It was a wonderful experience to set up such an experiment.I learned a lot from that experience. It was just the one that made me like science, and having the opportunity to do real science at school made me believe that. It wasn’t reading science out of a book, and it wasn't watching videos about adults with bad hair doing science in a lab; it was actually doing science that interested me —thinking about it, planning it, and doing it.After that experiment, I did more experiments in the lab with my friend Aisha. We learned a lot of things through doing experiments in the lab of our school. I was so lucky that I attended such a school.Recently, I read a report on a website. It shows that many schools in the US don’t have the resources(资源) needed to do experiments in their school labs. Students should do experiments in the lab. It totally works. It makes kids like science. I hope that schools around the nation will provide their students with more resources to do experiments in the lab.1.What’s the author’s purpose in doing the experiment?A.To find out how African violets grew into big plants.B.To clone enough African violets to plant in the wild.C.To find the effect of antioxidants on African violets.D.To test whether antioxidants were good for all plants.2.The author found the African violets fed with antioxidants ________.A.looked very strangeB.grew better than othersC.were almost destroyedD.had much bigger leaves3.After doing the experiment the author __________.A.wanted to find a better partnerB.showed great interest in scienceC.thought it was hard to do experimentsD.wanted to read books to improve his experiment4.What is the text mainly about?A.The author’s first experiment in a lab.B.Why all students cannot do experiments.C.Why the author was interested in science.D.Things the author learned from experiments.答案以及解析1答案及解析：答案：1.C; 2.D; 3.A解析：本文写于Charles Dickens诞辰200周年前夕,介绍了Charles Dickens在英国小说方面的重要贡献和深远影响。