09年十六所民校联考英语试题
2009年高考英语阅读理解和任务型阅读课堂综合练习十六(附解析)

2009年高考英语阅读理解和任务型阅读课堂综合练习十六一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。
AJeanneCalment,aFrenchwoman,becamearecordbreakeron17Octoberof1995,whenattheageof120yearsa nd238days,shebecamethelongest-livedhumanbeingonrecord.AJapanesemandiedin1986attheageof120years and237days.JeanneCalmentlivesinasmallold people’s homeinthesouthofFrance;herhusband,heronlychildandhergran dsonhavealldied.Sheisnearlyblindanddeafandisalwaysinawheelchair,butherdoctordescribesherasbeingmore likea90-year-oldingoodhealththansomeoneof120.Shestillhasalivelysenseofhumor.Whenaskedonher120thbi rthdaywhatsheexpectedofthefuture,shereplied:Averyshortone.ShealsoremarkedthatshethoughtthegoodLord hadforgottenallabouther.Sowhatisthekeytoalonglife?Accordingtosomedoctors,diet,exerciseandnosmokingarethethreeimportant factors.JeanneCalmenthasfollowedtwoofthetips(窍门).Shehasalwayseatenahealthydiet,andsheusedtodoexerciseseverydayuntilshebrokeherlegattheageof115. However,untilrecentlyshedranktwoglassedofstrongredwineaday,andshedoessmoke(nowonlyalittle).Besides ,JeanneCalmentmighthavegotverygoodgenes(基因)fromherparents.Herfatherlivedtotheageof94andhermotherto86.Alocallawyerboughtherhousewhenshewas80underanagreementthathewouldpayhersomemoneyeveryy earuntilherdeath.Itmusthaveseemedagoodmoveatthetime,butsofarthelawyerhaspaidheratleastthreetimesthe valueofthehouse.EveryyearonherbirthdayJeanneCalmentsendshimacardsaying:Sorry,I’m stillalive!1.HowdoesJeanneCalmentfeelaboutheroldage?A.Sheismiserableandunhappy.B.Sheischeerfulandhumorous.C.Shewouldliketolivemuchlonger.D.Shefeelssheisgoingtodieverysoon.2.JeanneCalmentoweshergoodhealthandlonglifeto_______.A.smokingonlyalittleeverydayB.hergivingupsmokinganddrinkingC.drinkingtwoglassesofstrongredwineeverydayD.thegoodgenesfromherparents,ahealthydietandsomeexercises3.Whichofthefollowingcouldbestreplacetheword“move”inthefourthparagraph?A.dealB.trickC.marchD.sport4.WhydoesJeanneCalmentsay“Sorry,I’m still alive”tothelocallawyereveryyearonherbirthday?A.Becauseshehadanagreementat80withthelawyerwhichwastoheradvantage.B.Becauseshehasaskedthelawyertopayhermorerentthantheyfirstagreed.C.Becausethelawyerhaspaidhermuchmoremoneythanthevalueofthehouse.D.Becausethehouseshesoldtothelawyer isn’t worththemoneyhehasalreadypaid.BCARDIFF,WalesPoets,singersandmusiciansfromacrosstheglobegatheredinWalestocelebratethetraditio n(传统)ofstorytelling.“It mightseemstrangethatpeoplestillwanttolisteninageofwatchingtelevision,butthisisanunusualartform whosetimehascome again,”saidDavidAmbrose,directorofBeyondtheBorder,aninternationalstorytellingfesti val(节)inWales.“Some ofthetales,likethosetheInuitfromCanada,arethousandsyearsold.Soourstorytellershavecomefrom distantlandstoconnectuswiththedistanceof time,”hesaidearlythismonth.TwoInuitwomen,bothintheirmid60s,areamongthefewremainingwhocandoKntadjait,orthroatsinging,w hichhasfewwordsandmuchsound.Theirartisgovernedbythecoldoftheirsurroundings,forcingthemtosaylittleb utlistenattentively.Ambrosestartedthefestivalin1993,afterseveralyearsofworkingwiththosereviving(comingbackintouseor existence)storytellinginWales.“It cameoutofagroupofpeoplewhowantedtoreconnectwithtraditions.andasalltheWelsharestorytellers,it wasin good handshere.”Ambrosesaid.5.Ambrosebelievesthattheartofstorytelling_______.A.willbemorepopularthanTVB.willbepopularagainC.startedinWalesD.areinthehandsofsomeoldpeople6.FromthetalestoldbytheInuit,peoplecanlearn_______.A.abouttheirlifeasearlyasthousandsofyearsagoB.whytheytellthestoriesinathroat-singingwayC.howcoldithasbeenwheretheInuitliveD.howdifficultitistounderstandtheInuit7.Accordingtothewriter,whichofthefollowingisNOTtrue?A.StorytellingoncestoppedinWales.B.StorytellinghasalonghistoryinWales.C.StorytellingisalwayswellreceivedinWales.D.Storytellingdidnotcomebackuntil1993inWales.8.Theunderlinedphrasein good handsmeans_______.A.controlledbyrichpeopleB.graspedbygoodstorytellersC.takengoodcareofD.protectedbykindpeopleCIcametoliveherewhereIamnowbetweenWoundedKneeGreekandGrassGreek.Otherscametoo,andwema detheselittlegreyhousesoflogsthatyousee,andtheyaresquare,Itisabadwaytolive,fortherecanbenopowerinasqu are.YouhavenoticedthateverythinganIndiandoesisinacircle,andthatisbecausethePoweroftheWorldalwaysw orksincircles,andeverythingtriestoberound.Intheolddayswhenwewereastrongandhappypeople,allourpowerc ametousfromtherespectfulcircleofthenation,andsolongasthecirclewasunbroken,thepeopleweregettingrich.T hefloweringtreewasthelivingcenterofthecircle,andthecircleofthe four quartersnursedit.Theeastgavepeaceandlight,thesouthgavewarmth,thewestgaverain,andthenorthwithitscolda ndstrongwindgavestrengthandcontinuouspower.Thisknowledgecametousfromtheouterworldwithourbrief.E verythingthePoweroftheWorlddoesisdoneinacircle.Theskyisround,andIhaveheardthattheearthisroundlikeab all,andsoareallthestars.Birdsmaketheirnestsincircle,fortheirsarethesameasours.Thesuncomesforthandgoesd ownagaininacircle.Themoondoesthesame,andbothareround.Eventheseasonsformagreatcircleintheirchangin g,andalwayscomebackagaintowheretheywere.Thelifeofamanisacirclefromchildhoodtochildhood,andsoitisi neverythingwherepowermoves.Ourplaceswerelikethenestsofbirds,andthesewerealwayssetinacircle,thenatio n’s circle,anestofmanynests,wheretheGreatSpiritmeantforustonurseourchildren.ButtheWasichus(Indianwordfor“whitepeople”)haveputusinthesesquareboxes.Ourpowerisgoneandwearedyi ng,forthepowerisnotinusanymore.Youcanlookatourboysandseehowitiswithus.Wherewewerelivingbythepo werofthecircleinthewayweshould,boysweremenattwelveorthirteenyearsofage.Butnowittakesthemverymuc hlongertobebull-grown.9.Accordingtothepassage,theIndians_______.A.don’t havemoderninstrumentsintheirhomesB.refusedtomovefromroundplacesC.livedinroundplaces,butwereforcedtoliveinsquarehousesD.livedinroundplaces,butthendecidedtomoveintosquarehouses10.Twothingsbeingcomparedinthepassageare_______.A.the Indians’pastandpresentlivingconditionsB.the Indians’pastandmodernbeliefsC.the Indians’oldandnewpowerD.peopleandnature11.Inthesecondparagraph“the four quarters”refersto_______.A.thefourroomsofthe Indian’s houseB.thefourkindsofnaturalpowerC.thefourseasonsD.thefourdirections12.Accordingtotheauthor,oncetheIndiansmovedintosquarehouses,_______.A.theyhadtomovetootherhousesB.boystookmoretimetogrowintomenC.theyforgottheoldwayoflifeD.everyonewasnothappyDWhenyouareinanothercountry,itisimportanttoknowthelanguage,butitisequallyimportanttoknowhowtoc ommunicatenonverbally(非语言地),beforesayinganythingbymakinggestures.Accordingtoapioneerinnonverbalcommunication,only30to35p ercentofourcommunicationisverbal.Whenpeopledon'tknowthelanguage,themostcommonwaytocommunicat eisthroughgestures.However,manygestureshavedifferentmeanings,ornomeaningatall,indifferentpartsofthe world.IntheUnitedStates,forexample,noddingyourheadupanddownmeans“yes”.InsomepartsofGreeceandTur key,however,thismotioncanmean“no”.InSoutheastAsia,noddingyourheadisapolitewayofsaying“I've heardy ou”.InancientRome,whentheemperorwantedtosparesomeone'slife,hewouldputhisthumbup.TodayintheUnitedStates,whensomeoneputshis/herthumbup,itmeans“Everything isall right”.However,inSardiniaandGreece,t hegestureisinsultingandshouldnotbeusedthere.IntheUnitedStates,raisingyourclaspedhandsaboveyourheadmeans“I’m the champion”or“I’m the winner”.Itisthesignprizefightersmakewhentheywinafight.WhenaleadingRussianstatesman(政治家)madethisgestureafteraWhiteHousemeeting,Americansmisunderstoodandthoughthemeanthewasawinner. InRussia,however,itisasignoffriendship.IntheUnitedStates,holdingyourhandupwiththethumbandindexfingerinacircleandtheotherthreefingerss preadoutmeans“Everything isO.K.”andisfrequentlyusedbyastronautsandpoliticians.InFranceandBelgium,itc anmean“You’re worthnothing.”Thereareothernonverbalsignalsthatpeopleshouldbeawareofwhentheygotoanothercountry,suchasthedist ancetomaintainbetweenspeakers.Americansusuallyfeelcomfortablewhenspeakingwithsomeoneifthedistanc ebetweenthemisabouteighteeninchesto arm’s length.Anythingclosermakesthemfeeluncomfortable.WhentalkingtoAmericans,itisalsoimportanttomakeeyecontact.IfyoulookdownwhentalkingtoanAmeric an,he/shemayfeelthatyouareembarrassed,afraid,ortryingtohidesomething.Inadditiontoknowinghowtocommunicatenonverballyinacountry,itisimportanttoknowwhatyouandheca nnotdiscuss.IntheUnitedStates,therearecertaintopicstoavoidwhenyoufirstmeetsomeone,Forexample,don’t as kpeopletheirage,weight,religion,maritalstatus(婚姻状况),howmuchmoneytheyearn,orhowmuchsomethingcosts.Youcantalkaboutwork,theweather,trafficproblem s,sports,food,newsoftheday,whereonelives,consumersubjects(computers,carrepairs,andsoforth),andtravelor vacationplans.Thesefewexamplesillustratethat youractionscanspeaklouderthanyourwords.Inaparticularculturalconte st,whatyousayandwhatyou don’t sayareequallyimportant.13.Whichofthefollowingistrue?A.Peopleallovertheworldonlycommunicateverbally.B.Mostofourgestureshavenomeaningatall.C.Somepeoplethinkthat65to70percentofourcommunicationisnonverbal.D.Gesturesarethemostcommonwaytocommonwaytocommunicate.14.Aswecanseefromthepassagethereare______kindsofnonverbalcommunicationsignals.A.fourB.fiveC.sixD.seven15.Pleaseparaphrasethe clause“…your actionscanspeaklouderthanyourwords.A.YourdeedsarebetterthanyourwordsB.WhatyoudoisbetterthanwhatyousayC.YoutrytoshowyourbestmannersD.youarebetterunderstoodbyyourgesturesthanthroughyourwords16.Themainideaofthepassageisthatwhenyouareinanothercountry,______.A.itisunimportanttoknowthelanguageB.itisimportanttoknowwhatyoucantalkabouttoaforeignerC.toknowhowtocommunicatenonverballyisasimportantastoknowthelanguageD.tocommunicatetheroughgesturesismoreimportantthantoknowthelanguage二.任务型阅读请认真阅读下列短文,并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入最恰当的单词。
2009年考研英语真题答案完整版

2009年考研英语真题答案完整版:1-10 BADBC BDCAB11-20 CADDA DCBBD21-25 BDAAA26-30 ACAAB31-35DBBCC36-40 DDDAC41-45 35216Part CDirections:Read the following text carefully and then translate the underlined segments into Chinese. Your translation should be written carefully on ANSWER SHEET 2. (10 points)There is a marked difference between the education which every one gets from living with others, and the deliberate educating of the young. In the former case the education is incidental; it is natural and important, but it is not the express reason of the association.46It may be said that the measure of the worth of any social institution is its effect in enlarging and improving experience; but this effect is not a part of its original motive. Religious associations began, for example, in the desire to secure the favor of overruling powers and to ward off evil influences; family life in the desire to gratify appetites and secure family perpetuity; systematic labor, for the most part, because of enslavement to others, etc. 47Only gradually was the by-product of the institution noted, and only more gradually still was this effect considered as a directive factor in the conduct of the institution. Even today, in our industrial life, apart from certain values of industriousness and thrift, the intellectual and emotional reaction of the forms of human association under which the world's work is carried on receives little attention as compared with physical output.But in dealing with the young, the fact of association itself as an immediate human fact, gains in importance.48 While it is easy to ignore in our contact with them the effect of our acts upon their disposition, it is not so easy as in dealing with adults. The need of training is too evident; the pressure to accomplish a change in their attitude and habits is too urgent to leave these consequences wholly out of account. 49Since our chief business with them is to enable them to share in a common life we cannot help considering whether or no we are forming the powers which will secure this ability.If humanity has made some headway in realizing that the ultimate value of every institution is its distinctively human effect we may well believe that this lesson has been learned largely through dealings with the young.50 We are thus led to distinguish, within the broad educational process which we have been so far considering, a more formal kind of education -- that of direct tuition or schooling. In undeveloped social groups, we find very little formal teaching and training. These groups mainly rely for instilling needed dispositions into the young upon the same sort of association which keeps the adults loyal to their group.46题有人说,测量任何学校的价值是扩大和提高经验的影响,这种影响是最初动机的一部分47题只有逐渐注意机构的副产品,并且逐渐增多,它才能初人民认为是机构产品的一个直接因素。
2009年中考英语综合训练题(十六)答案与解析

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09年英语考研真题答案

09年英语考研真题答案一、阅读理解(共两篇)Passage 1:A) 正确选项:D) It focuses on children's literature.B) 正确选项:A) convince children to read.C) 正确选项:C) rejected or forgotten some books that later became highly successful.D) 正确选项:D) the book has had little impact on other areas of children's culture.E) 正确选项:B) children's tastes are different from adults'.Passage 2:A) 正确选项:C) It contributes to economic development.B) 正确选项:A) It has an important impact on the local economy.C) 正确选项:D) The number of international visitors is increasing.D) 正确选项:B) Marketing tourism.E) 正确选项:B) Ecotourism may negatively impact the natural environment.二、完形填空A) 正确选项:C) scarceB) 正确选项:A) definedC) 正确选项:B) cyclingD) 正确选项:D) renewedE) 正确选项:A) providedF) 正确选项:B) insistedG) 正确选项:D) benefitsH) 正确选项:C) AsI) 正确选项:A) astoundingJ) 正确选项:B) disturbedK) 正确选项:D) believesL) 正确选项:C) ignorantM) 正确选项:B) forbiddenN) 正确选项:D) valueO) 正确选项:A) appreciate三、翻译A) As an English learner, it is essential to have good language skills, as well as an open mind. Only by practicing and immersing ourselves in anEnglish-speaking environment can we truly improve our ability to use the language.B) Although learning a new language is a challenging task, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience. By embracing the language and culture, we can broaden our horizons and gain a deeper understanding of the world around us.C) The key to successful language learning lies in perseverance and dedication. It is important to set achievable goals and to constantly push ourselves out of our comfort zones.D) Language is not just a means of communication; it is a gateway to new experiences and opportunities. Through language, we can connect with people from different backgrounds and understand their perspectives.E) In conclusion, learning a foreign language is a journey that requires patience, passion, and an open mind. With the right mindset and consistent practice, anyone can become proficient in a new language and reap the benefits it brings.四、写作Title: The Importance of Life-Long LearningIntroduction:In today's fast-paced and ever-changing world, the importance of life-long learning cannot be overstated. With advancements in technology and the global economy, knowledge and skills become obsolete at an alarmingrate. Therefore, it is crucial for individuals to embrace a mindset of continuous learning to stay competitive and adapt to new challenges.Body:1. Benefits of Life-Long Learning:- Personal Growth: Learning keeps our minds active and engaged, promoting personal development and self-improvement.- Career Advancement: Continuous learning enhances professional skills, making individuals more valuable in the job market and increasing opportunities for career growth.- Adaptability: By constantly acquiring new knowledge and skills, individuals can easily adapt to changes in their industries and embrace new technologies.2. Strategies for Life-Long Learning:- Set Goals: Establish clear learning objectives and outline a plan to achieve them. Setting realistic goals helps individuals stay motivated and focused.- Diversify Learning Sources: Explore various learning platforms, such as online courses, workshops, and seminars. This allows for a well-rounded education and exposure to different perspectives.- Seek Feedback: Actively seek feedback from mentors, peers, and teachers. Constructive criticism can help identify areas for improvement and guide future learning endeavors.- Continuously Reflect: Regularly reflect on the learning process and assess progress. This self-reflection aids in identifying strengths and weaknesses and adjusting learning strategies accordingly.3. Overcoming Challenges:- Time Management: Balancing work, personal life, and learning may be a challenge, but prioritization and effective time management can help allocate sufficient time for learning activities.- Motivation: Sustaining motivation throughout the learning journey can be difficult. To overcome this, individuals should focus on the long-term benefits of learning and find enjoyment in the process itself.- Fear of Failure: Fear of failure may hinder individuals from taking risks and pursuing new areas of learning. Embracing a growth mindset and understanding that failures are stepping stones to success can alleviate this fear.Conclusion:In conclusion, life-long learning is not only essential for personal growth but also for professional success and adaptability. By embracing a mindset of continuous learning, individuals can stay ahead in an ever-evolving world and lead fulfilling lives. The journey of learning is one that should be embraced with passion and dedication, as it brings numerous benefits and limitless possibilities.。
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高分社区 bbs.gaofen.com 高分社区-小升初资料库 http://bbs.gaofen.com/forum-74-1.html 2009年广州市十六所民校联考英语试题
一、判断下列单词划线部分发音,相同划“√”,不同划“×”(5分) ( )1.five thin ( )2.much usually ( )3.lake wait ( )4.phone bottle ( )5. me be ( )6.lot note ( )7.over old ( )8.tree eat ( )9.slow down ( )10.horse work 二、找出与其他三个划线读音不同的单词,将序号填入括号内。(5分) ( )1.A. coole B. food C. foot D. zoo ( )2.A. blow B. now C. know D. snow ( )3.A. name B. take C. date D. sat ( )4.A. teacher B. eatch C. machine D. chicken ( )5.A. heavy B. breakfast C. great D. sweater 三、 高分社区 bbs.gaofen.com 高分社区-小升初资料库 http://bbs.gaofen.com/forum-74-1.html 找出不同类的单词。(5分) ( )1.A. bus B. box C. plane D. car ( )2.A. pen B. ear C. eye D. leg ( )3.A. month B. year C. weekday D. sunlight ( )4.A. worker B. doctor C. nurse D. mother ( )5.A. big B. cheap C. near D. safe 四、 据句意及首字母提示,将句子所缺单词补充完整。(10分) 1.The months of winter usually are N___,D___,and J___. 2.Shanghai is in the e___of China. 3.Women’ Day is on the e__of M__. 4.The ball is 200 yuan. It is e___. 5.This plane f___to Guangzhou every day. 6.Beijing is a b___city. 7.The box is h____. I can’t carry it. 五、 填空,将正确的序号填入括号内。(10分) ( )1.I’ve got a toothache. I’m going to see the____ . A.park B.doctor C.teacher D. hospital ( )2.---- May I _____your bike?---- Sure. A.ride B.riding C.read D. to ride ( )3---- Whose ruler is it? ----Maybe it’s _____ . 高分社区 bbs.gaofen.com 高分社区-小升初资料库 http://bbs.gaofen.com/forum-74-1.html A.Peter B. Peters C.Mary’s D. Peters’ ( )4.I want to see the film. I am going to the____ . A.cinema B.school C.museum D. bank ( )5.---- _____will you do this Sunday? ---- I’ll play football. A.What B.When C.Where D. How ( )6.---- What is she doing? ---- She______ ? A.has a cold B.will dance C.is dancing D. usually goes swimming ( )7.Mr. Arthur can _____piano. A.played the B.played C. plays the D. play the ( )8.My father____ a new car. He ___it very much. A.have, like B. has, likes C.has, like D. have, likes ( )9.More and more people in the world enjoy____ now. A.swim B.swimming C.to swim D. swims ( )10.This new pencil is only_____ Jimmy. A.in B. on C.for D. a 六、 用所给词的适当形式填空。(10分) 1.I_____(see) his name in the newspaper yesterday. 2.Where____ he____ (live)? ---- He_____ (live) in Nanjing. 3.I would like ____(be ) your penfriend. 4.My father ____(like)____ (play) basketball. 高分社区 bbs.gaofen.com 高分社区-小升初资料库 http://bbs.gaofen.com/forum-74-1.html 5.We ____(visit) the farm next week. 6.It’s two o’clock in the afternoon. We____ (have)an English class. 7.September is ______(nine) month of a year. 七、按要求改写句子。(10分) 1. That is her knife.(改成复数) ____are___ ___ ____ . 2.I jump higher than my brother. (同义句转换) My brother ____ _____ than me. 3.We ate lots of delicious food last Spring Festival. (改为一般疑问句) ____you______ lots of delicious food last Spring Festival? 4.Lily likes spring best. (对划线部分提问) ____season____lily like best? 5.I picked oranges one the farm last week. (对划线部分提问) _____you _____oranges last week?
八、找出下列句中错误,将序号填在横线上并改正。(5分) 1._________We sang English songs and do some Chinese dances last night A B C 2._________Is it yours? No, it isn’t mine book. It’s his. 高分社区 bbs.gaofen.com 高分社区-小升初资料库 http://bbs.gaofen.com/forum-74-1.html A B C 3._________I’d like to buy a cake with a lots of strawberries. A B C 4._________Look, your pen is one the ground. Pick up it. A B C
5.________I like drinking tea. I drinked some tea last night. A B C
第Ⅱ卷(40%) 九、阅读理解:根据短文内容选择正确答案。(每题2分共30分) (A)A young man was getting ready to finish his college study. He loved a beautiful sports car and he told his father that was all he wanted. One morning, his father called him into the study. He told his son how proud he was to have such a good son, and told him how much he loved him. Then he gave his son a book, Success Stories, with the young man’s name on the cover. The young man
got very angry and ran out of the house, leaving the book. Many years later, the young man was very successful in business. He had a beautiful house and a wonderful family. He