广东省从化市2015高考英语短文语法填空、阅读理解课外自练（3）及答案.doc

1、广东省从化市2015高考英语短文语法填空、阅读理解课外自练（3）及答案广东省2014语法填空(共10小题；每小题l 5分满分l5分)阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为1625的相应位置上。Although it could not compete with the speed of email today, the 1800s experienced a revolution in communication that played an important role in creating

2、the tradition of the Christmas greeting card. _16_（help) by the new railway system, the public postal service made corresponding a popular past time. In England, Sir Henry Cole recognized the advantage of _17_ more efficient mail service and initiated (开始） the practice of sending Christmas greeting

3、cards _18_ friends. The first card _19_ (design) by J.C. Horsley as a commercial endeavor. One thousand copies were sold in London, _20_ soon others followed suit. An English _21_(art), William Egley, produced a popular card in 1849. Louis Prang, a German born printer, working from _22_ shop in Mass

4、achusetts, printed his first American cards in 1875. Even more _23_ (importance) than his printing was the fact _24_ he did more than anyone else to popularize the cards by instituting nationwide contests for the best Christmas designs, _25_ were awarded cash prizes. 【参考答案】（8）16. Helped 17. a 18. to

5、 19. was designed 20. and 21. artist 22. his 23. important 24. that 25. which广东省2014语法填空(共10小题；每小题l 5分满分l5分)阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为1625的相应位置上。Tony, a robot made by Larry Belmonds company, was expected to do house work. And it was tested out by Larrys wife

6、, Claire, when he was 16 (absence) for three weeks. The handsome and smooth-haired Tony left Claire 17 (alarm) at first sight of Tony because he was too handsome for a machine. When Tony offered to help her dress, Claire felt embarrassed.But when Tonys sympathy won her trust Claire told Tony how she

7、 and her home werent elegant(优雅的，极好的) and how she envied Gladys Claffern, one of the richest and most powerful women around. As Tony made effort to help Claire get herself and her home 18 (improve), Claire began to feel her earlier attitude 19 Tony really absurd(荒唐可笑的，荒唐的，不合理的).Then one day, Claire

8、got protected from a rude salesman by ringing 20 Tony and asking the man to speak to Tony but found her “affair” with Tony discovered as she turned 21 to see Gladys Claffern standing nearby. But then Claire, 22 (advise) by Tony, arranged a party to invite Gladys and her friends to the house when it

9、was 23 (complete) transformed.The love scene well planned by Tony without Claires knowledge won Claire a sweet victory as her guests had seen everything, but she shouted “Leave me alone!” and cried her heart out. 24 Tony caused no risk to Claires marriage; he was finally taken back to the company to

10、 be 25 (built), for he was a heartbreaker for women!【参考答案】（9）16. absent17. alarmed 18. improved 19. towards/ to 20. up 21. around 22. advised 23. completely 24. Though 25. rebuilt阅读理解。Why should mankind explore space? Why should money, time and effort be spent exploring and researching something wit

11、h so few apparent benefits? Why should resources be spent on space rather than on conditions and people on Earth? These are questions that, understandably, are very often asked.Perhaps the best answer lies in our genetic makeup(基因构成) as human beings. What drove our ancestors to move from the trees i

12、nto the plains, and on into all possible areas and environments? The wider the spread of a species, the better its chance of survival. Perhaps the best reason for exploring space is this genetic tendency to expand wherever possible.Nearly every successful civilization has explored, because by doing

13、so, any dangers in surrounding areas can be identified and prepared for. Without knowledge, we may be completely destroyed by the danger. With knowledge, we can lessen its effects.Exploration also allows minerals and other potential(潜在的) resources to be found. Even if we have no immediate need of th

14、em, they will perhaps be useful later. Resources may be more than physical possessions. Knowledge or techniques have been acquired through exploration. The techniques may have medical applications which can improve the length or quality of our lives. We have already benefited from other spinoffs inc

15、luding improvements in earthquake prediction, in satellites for weather forecasting and in communications systems. Even nonstick pans and mirrored sunglasses are byproducts(副产品) of technological developments in the space industry!While many resources are spent on what seems a small return, the explo

16、ration of space allows creative, brave and intelligent members of our species to focus on what may serve to save us. While space may hold many wonders and explanations of how the universe was formed or how it works, it also holds dangers. The danger exists, but knowledge can help human beings to sur

17、vive. Without the ability to reach out across space, the chance to save ourselves might not exist.While Earth is the only planet known to support life, surely the adaptive ability of humans would allow us to live on other planets. It is true that the lifestyle would be different, but human life and

18、cultures have adapted in the past and surely could in the future.本文是一篇议论文，向我们阐述了人类进行太空探索的原因。人类的基因构成决定了人类探索其他领域包括太空的能力。人类探索太空可能暂时没有多大用处，但是在将来这可能会帮助人类生存下去。1Why does the author mention the questions in Paragraph 1?ATo express his doubts.BTo compare different ideas.CTo introduce points for discussion.DT

19、o describe the conditions on Earth.答案：C。推理判断题。作者在第一段提出问题目的是引出下面要讨论的话题。2What is the reason for exploring space based on Paragraph 2?AHumans are natureborn to do so.BHumans have the tendency to fight.CHumans may find new sources of food.DHumans dont like to stay in the same place.答案：A。细节理解题。根据第二段的第一句可

20、知人类探索太空的原因是其基因的构成。3The underlined word “spinoffs” in Paragraph 4 probably refers to _.Asurvival chances Bpotential resourcesCunexpected benefitsDphysical possessions答案：C。词义猜测题。后面所说的“improvements in earthquake prediction，in satellites for weather forecasting and in communications systems”可知此处的划线短语意为“

21、益处，好处”。4What makes it possible for humans to live on other planets?AOur genetic makeup. BResources on the earth.CThe adaptive ability of humans.DByproducts in space exploration.答案：C。细节理解题。根据最后一段的第一句话可知，人类的适应能力会让人类在其他星球生存下去。5Which of the statements can best sum up the passage?ASpace exploration has c

22、reated many wonders.BSpace exploration provides the best value for money.CSpace exploration can benefit science and technology.DSpace exploration may help us avoid potential problems on Earth.答案：D。主旨大意题。A、B两项可以容易地排除。全文主要讲的是太空探索对帮助人类生存的益处，而不是对科技的益处。【2012江西省九江市】BYao Ming landed in the USin the summer

23、of 2002, 7 - feet, 6 - inches worth of fancy footwork（花式步伐）, armed with a soft shooting touchHe was the top player selected by the Houston Rockets, whose new activities place would soon be promoted by ToyotaThe Japanese carmaker had just opened a new plant in China, and the company expects that Yao

24、fans would soon become Corolla fansFor many Americans, Yao was their understanding to the Chinese economic engineHe was a government project, brought up from a young age in order to show the new China to the worldChina fulfilled its promise; since those unforgettable days of 2002, through the Beijin

25、g Olympics and beyond, the country has stayed on its path towards superpower figureYao, sadly, fell shortAccording to an early report from Yahoo! Sports, which was confirmed by several other news organizations, Yao is going to retireHe just couldnt conquer the injuriesA broken bone in his left foot

26、absenced Yao after just five games last seasonA broken foot forced him to miss all of the 2009 -2010 seasonIn fact, due to foot and knee injuries, Yao played in more than 55 games just once over the past six seasonsPrior to Yao, players over 74 were usually one - skill personManute Bol, at 77 , bloc

27、ked shots and, during one stretch, acted as a shamed three-pointerShawn Bradley, 76 , had skills, but was far too gentle to be a starYao, however, could do it allAt his top, in 2006 - 2007, he averaged 25 points per gameHis turnaround jumper was unstoppableHis post -passes were usually on the money（

28、It helps when you can see over everyone） Yao, who played in just eight seasons, finished his career averaging 190 points, and 92 rebounds, per gameHis Rockets never advanced further than the second round of the playoffs（季后赛）Whatever on - court milestones Yaos body never allowed him to achieve, he mo

29、re than made up for off the courtYao was so much more than a basketball playerTo the Chinese public who admired him, he was a symbol of his home countrys possibilityYao carried the Chinese flag at the Olympic opening ceremonies, soaking in the love of his country61Toyota s purpose of supporting Yao

30、is to _Alet Yaoming make money Badvertise their cars widelyCorganize their basketball team Dlet Yaoming drive their cars to games62When did China keep on its development to some large countries?ASince 2000 BIn 2006 CIn 2007 DIn 201063What can I know in the fourth paragraph?AManute Bol has integrated

31、 skills BYaoming has integrated skillsCShawn Bradley has integrated skillsDShawn Bradley acted as a shamed three pointer.64What can we infer from the fifth paragraph?AYaoming didnt achieve any life goals BYaoming is only a good basketball playerCPeople see the strength of China from YaoDYaoming alwa

32、ys holds flags in the game65Which one of the following stating orders is right?aThe Japanese carmaker supported YaomingbYao missed many games due to foot and knee injuries,cYao held the Chinese flag at the Olympic openingdYao Ming went to the USfor the first timeAc,a,b,d Bd,b,c,a Cc,b,d,a Dd,a,c,b【参

33、考答案】BABCD【2012江西省九江市】CTODAY, Friday, November 12JAZZ with the Mike Thomas Jazz Band at The Derby ArmsUpper Richmond Road West, SheenDISCO Satin Sounds DiscoFree at The Lord Napier, Mort lake High St, from 8amto 8pmTel: 682158SATURDAY, November 13JAZZ Lysis at The Bull s Head, BamesAdmission 60pMUSIC

34、AL HALL at The Star and Garter, Lower Richmond Road, Putney, provided by the Aba Daba Music Hall companyGood food and entertainment fair priceTel: 789749FAMILY night out? Join the sing-along at The Black HorseSheen Road, RichmondJAZZ The John Bennett Big Band at The Bull s Head, BarnesAdmission 80pT

35、HE DERBY ARMS, Upper Richmond Road West, give you Joe on the electric accordion （手风琴）Tel: 7894536SUNDAY, November 14DISCO Satin Sounds Disco, free at The Lord Napier, Mort Lake High Street, from 8 amto 8 pmFOLK MUSIC at The Derby ArmsThe Short Stuff and residents the Norman Chop TrioNon -remembers 7

36、0pTel: 688626HEAVY MUSIC with Tony Simon at The Bull, Upper Richmond Road West, East SheenTHE DERBY ARMS, Upper Richmond Road West, give you Joe on the electric accordion66Where and when can you hear the Norman Chop Trio?AAt the Bull s Head on Sunday BAt the Derby Arms on SundayCAt the Bull on Satur

37、day DAt the Black Horse on Saturday67Where and when can you hear the Mike Thomas Jazz Band?AAt the Derby Arms on Friday BAt the Black Horse on FridayCAt the Star and Garter on Saturday DAt the Derby Arms on Sunday68Which telephone number do you have to dial if you want to enjoy the electric accordio

38、n on Saturday?A789749 B688626C682158 D789453669Where should you go if you want to spend the Saturday by joining the entertainment with your family?ADisco at The Lord Napier BThe sing - along at The Black HorseCThe electric accordion at The Derby Arms DJazz at The Bulls Head,70Which of the following

39、is your best choice if you want to spend the same day at two different places and dont want to cross any street?AThe sing-along at the Black Horse and Jazz at The Bull s Head BThe sing - along at The Black Horse and Folk Music at The Derby ArmsCFolk Music at The Derby Arms and Heavy Music with Tony

40、Simon at The BullDMusical Hal lat The Star &Garter and Disco at The Lord Napier【参考答案】BADBC阅读理解-1America is growing older. Fifty years ago, only 4 out of every 100 people in the United States were 65 or older. Today, 10 out of every 100 Americans are over 65. The aging of the population will affect A

41、merican society in many ways education, medicine, and business. Quietly, the aging of America has made us a very different society one in which people have a quite different idea of what kind of behavior is suitable at various ages.A persons age no longer tells you anything about his/ her social pos

42、ition, marriage or health. Theres no longer a particular year in which one goes to school or goes to work or gets married or starts a family. The social clock that kept us on time and told us when to go to school, get a job, or stop working isnt as strong as it used to be. It doesnt surprise us to h

43、ear of a 29-year-old university president or a 35-year-old grandmother, or a 70-year-old man who has become a father for the first time. Public ideas are changing.Many people say, “I am much younger than my mother or my father was at my age.” No one says “Act your age” any more. Weve stopped looking

44、 with surprise at older people who act in youthful ways.1. It can be learned from the text that the aging of the population in America _.A. has made people feel younger B. has changed peoples social positionC. has changed peoples understanding of age D. has slowed down the countrys social developmen

45、t2. The underlined word “one” refers to _.A. a society B. America C. a place D. population3. “Act your age” means people should _.A. be active when they are old B. do the right thing at the right ageC. show respect to their parents young or old D. take more physical exercises suitable to their age4.

46、 If a 25-year-old man becomes general manager of a big firm, the writer of the text would most probably consider it _.A. normal B. wonderfulC. unbelievable D. unreasonable1. C 主旨题。根据第一、二段的最后一句及第三段可判断。2. A 细节题。one是a society的同位语且后面跟了一个定语从句，可以通过分析句子结构得出正确答案。3. B 细节题。全文最后一句话给出了提示。4. A 推理题。可仔细阅读第二段中倒数第二句话。