2019版高考英语一轮复习单元检测三十一SmallTalk外研版选修6.doc

1、单元检测（三十一）Small Talk.阅读理解ARecently, a group of scientists decided to find out what the funniest joke in the world was. This was obviously a difficult task, as no two people really agree about what is funny and what is not especially when they are from different countries.Here is the joke which the ex

2、perts decided was the funniest joke in the world：Two hunters were out in the woods. One of them fell to the ground. He didnt seem to be breathing; his eyes were closed. The other hunter took out his mobile phone and called the emergency services (紧急救援部门). “My friend is dead！”he cried to the operator

3、.“What can I do？” The operator said，“Dont worry. First, make sure hes dead.”There was a silence, and then a shot (枪声) was heard. Bang! The hunters voice came back on the line. He said，“OK, now what？”This is perhaps amusing. Culturally, it depends on us knowing that often hunters are not considered t

4、o be very intelligent people, and that often they are quite violent. But perhaps this is not so all over the world. Its also quite a “black” joke a joke about something which isnt really a funny subject. The experts also found the second funniest joke in the world. Here it is：Sherlock Holmes and Dr.

5、 Watson went on a camping trip. After dinner, they went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes woke up. “Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see.”“I see millions of stars, Holmes，” replied Watson.“And what do you infer from that？”“Well, there are billions of stars . we are a small part of th

6、e universe .”“Watson, you idiot！” he said. “Someone has stolen our tent！”I personally think this is better.Can scientists in the end decide what is funny? Some things are much too complicated, even for scientists.语篇解读：本文是一篇议论文。一些科学家试图找到世界上最好笑的笑话，但实际上由于人们判断笑话好笑的标准不一样，找出最好笑的笑话是很难做到的。1What can we learn

7、 from the first paragraph?AFew jokes can make scientists laugh.BOnly scientists can find out the funniest joke.CThere are different jokes in different countries.DPeople hold different opinions about what is funny.解析：选D推理判断题。根据第一段第二句可知，人们对笑话是否好笑持有不同的观点。2What does the author think of the first joke?AI

8、t is not so funny as the experts thought.BIt is really the funniest joke he has ever heard.CIt can greatly affect readers attitudes toward hunters.DIt shows that not all hunters are brave and intelligent.解析：选A推理判断题。根据第四段中的“This is perhaps amusing . Its also quite a black joke a joke about something

9、which isnt really a funny subject.”可知，作者认为第一个笑话不如专家认为的那样好笑，它充其量只是个“黑色幽默”。3We can learn that a persons understanding of a joke can be affected by _.Athe readers feelingBthe length of the jokeCthe readers cultural backgroundDthe language that the teller uses解析：选C推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Culturally, it depends on

10、 us knowing that often hunters are not considered to be very intelligent people .”可知，一个人对某个笑话的理解受其文化背景的影响。4Which of the following is the best title for this passage?AUninteresting jokesBDifferent kinds of jokesCThe funniest jokes in the worldDTips on how to make others laugh解析：选C主旨大意题。本文主要讲的是科学家试图找出

11、世界上最好笑的笑话，但是不同的人持有不同的观点。BOpening in 1934, the Brookfield Zoo quickly received a worldwide reputation for its special displays and unique exhibits.Address：1st Avenue between Ogden Avenue and 31st Street, Brookfield, IllinoisPhone: 7086888000Getting to the Brookfield Zoo by Public Transportation：The M

12、etra Rail Burlington Northern line runs from Union Station downtown to the “Zoo Stop” (Hollywood Station) and from there its only a 2block northeast walk to the zoo.Driving from Downtown：Drive along the Eisenhower Expressway west to First Avenue exit. Head south about 2.5 miles and follow the signs

13、to the zoo entrance.Parking at the Brookfield Zoo：Parking fees are $9 for cars and $12 for buses.The Brookfield Zoo Hours：The Brookfield Zoo is open 365 days per year.MondaySaturday: 9：30 am. to 6：00 pm.Sunday: 9：30 am. to 7：30 pm.The Brookfield Zoo Tickets：Adults (ages 1264), $13.50；Seniors (ages 6

14、5), $9.50；Children (ages 311), $9.50；Children (ages 2 and under), freeThe Brookfield Zoo Featured Exhibits：Tropic World; Wolf Woods; Living Coast; Seven Seas; Fragile Kingdom; Australia House; Habitat Africa.About the Brookfield Zoo：The Brookfield Zoo is located just 14 miles west of downtown Chicag

15、o. Its home to a variety of animal species, and its use of natural barriers and moats (壕沟) is so much more relaxing and enjoyable than watching a lion pace back and forth in a cage. The absence of bars also makes for great wildlife photo opportunities. The Brookfield Zoo also focuses on education, w

16、ith detailed displays about the animals being viewed and the interactive program that lets kids get some handson experience to learn what it takes to run a zoo as well as face painting and crafts.For more information about the Brookfield Zoo, visit www.brookfieldzoo.org.语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要是对位于芝加哥城西近郊

17、的布鲁克菲尔德动物园的介绍。5Where is the entrance to the Brookfield Zoo?AAt 31st Street.BAt First Avenue.CAt Ogden Avenue.DAt the Hollywood Station.解析：选B细节理解题。由“Address”中介绍该动物园的地址在“1st Avenue”和“Driving from Downtown”中的“Drive along the Eisenhower . to the zoo entrance.”可知，该动物园的入口在第一大街。6How much should a couple in

18、 their thirties and their 5yearold twins pay if they want to visit the zoo?AD|S23.BD|S32.5.CD|S36.5.DD|S46.解析：选D细节理解题。由“The Brookfield Zoo Tickets”中的内容可知，一对夫妻需要付13.50227美元，一对5岁的双胞胎需要付9.50219美元，因此共需付46美元。7What make(s) the Brookfield Zoo more attractive and enjoyable?AIts cheap tickets.BIts various ac

19、tivities.CIts cageless displays.DIts geographical advantage.解析：选C推理判断题。由倒数第二段中的“its use of natural barriers and moats (壕沟) is so much more relaxing and enjoyable than watching a lion pace back and forth in a cage”可知，该动物园使用了天然屏障和壕沟隔离游客和动物，使得游客更加轻松愉快地欣赏没有关在笼子里的动物。.阅读七选五Knowing how to get the conversat

20、ion started is important, however, keeping it going is even more important. Here are some conversation skills that make people like you.Invite people to share their livesThe most important conversation skill is to invite people to talk about their lives. _1_ Show an interest in learning about a pers

21、ons history, family, ideas, or goals and it will likely get the conversation going right away. _2_Ask openended (开放式的) questionsOpenended questions require more than just a yesorno answer. Ask openended questions that encourage other people to start discussing a topic in detail. _3_ These questions

22、really encourage other people to offer information about their story and invite them to share their opinion.Wait for your turn to talkWhatever you do, dont interrupt. Instead, wait patiently for your turn to talk. Interrupting is one of the quickest ways to shut down a conversation and make other pe

23、ople uncomfortable. Show that you value what others are saying. _4_Request adviceAsking for advice shows that you value someone elses opinion. Just because you ask for advice doesnt mean you have to follow it. _5_ Ask your coworker if she likes your new jacket or ask a friend how you should handle a

24、 situation. Asking for advice can make others feel important.AAlmost everyone enjoys talking about themselves.BYou can ask for advice on both simple and serious things in life.CThis shows that you are listening and helps clarify what you have heard.DIf a person appears uncomfortable sharing somethin

25、g personal, change the subject.EIf someone is talking about something you dont understand, ask for an explanation.FTruly listen to what is being said rather than try to think of what you will say next.GFor example, ask, “What made you decide to pursue nursing？” or “How did you like living in Hawaii？

26、”语篇解读：懂得如何开始聊天很重要，但让聊天持续更重要。本文介绍了几个聊天技巧能让你成为受人欢迎的交谈对象。1选A本空所在段落主要说明了要引导别人谈论他们自己的生活。A项中的“talking about themselves”与本空前一句中“talk about their lives”形成对应。2选DD项中的“something personal”与前一句中的“a persons history, family, ideas, or goals”形成对应。如果有的人对谈论一些私人话题感到不舒服的话，那就换个话题。3选GG项与下一句语意衔接。下一句中的“These questions”指代G项中的开放式问题。4选F本空所在段落告诉我们不要插话，要耐心等待轮到你说话时再说。F项符合本段大意。5选B你可以就生活中简单和重大的事情询问别人的意见。本空下一句给出了具体例子：比如说你可以问你的同事是否喜欢你的新夹克或问你的朋友怎样处理某个情况。