2019届高考英语总复习（练习）：阅读提速练(1).doc

1、第2部分40分钟阅读提速练阅读提速练(一)(建议用时：40分钟)阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。A(2019河南洛阳高三第一次统考)Goodreads recommends the following books you want to read for the event to come.1The Lyrics：19612019By Bob DylanSimon & Schuster, $60What its about: This heavy, welltimed publicat

2、ion contains lyrics by the songwriter who just won the Nobel Prize in Literature, from his first album, Bob Dylan, through Tempest.Whats to love: The times may be changing, but Dylans fans are constant, traditional devotees who will want this epic collection for their shelves, to sit beside those be

3、loved old large papers.2Taylor Swift: This Is Our SongBy Tyler ConroySimon & Schuster, $28What its about: An elegant fanzine celebrating all things about Taylor Swift, especially the pop stars countless fans.Whats to love: Mom and/or Dad, the fan of Taylor Swift, will think youre pretty cool if he o

4、r she discovers this temple to Taylor under the Christmas tree(even if it is a book)来源:13Misty CopelandBy Gregg DelmanRizzoli, $39.95What its about: Starfigure female ballet dancer Misty Copeland strikes a pose(95, to be exact) in photos taken between 2019 and 2019, in the casual setting of dance st

5、udios.Whats to love：Since becoming the first African American woman to be named a principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, Copeland has become a cultural phenomenon, and Delmans arresting pictures capture(捕捉) her muscular power and elegance.4 NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram PhotosBy Nat

6、ional GeographicNational Geographic, $19.95What its about: National Geographics popular Instagram account (nearly 63 million followers) comes to book form in this title filled with eyepopping images from around the world.Whats to love: Heres proof that NatGeos talented photographers have conquered s

7、ocial media while maintaining the usual quality of their work.And for fans of more traditional coffeetablesize books, check out National Geographics Wild, Beautiful Places：PicturePerfect Journeys Around the Globe($40)1Which author is noted for literature achievements?ABob Dylan.BTyler Conroy.CGregg

8、Delman. DNational Geographic.2For what event are the books most probably recommended?ANew Years Day. BChristmas Day.COnes anniversary. DLiterature awards.3How much would a photographer normally spend on his favourite books listed?A$39.95. B$19.95.C$59.9. D$99.9.4Which book would a pop stars fan prob

9、ably buy?AThe Lyrics: 19612019.BTaylor Swift: This Is Our Song.CMisty Copeland.D NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos.B(2019山西名校联考)I cherish being around people who are totally comfortable with who they are.There always seems to be an aura(光环) of love and acceptance that follows these people ar

10、ound.I think its because theyve figured out one of the biggest secrets of life: the chance of being loved and accepted grows so much when we can truly say we couldnt be more comfortable with ourselves.People like being around those who are comfortable with themselves because theyre less threatening.

11、We all feel the need to protect ourselves from threats aimed at our insecurities.Insecurities are like open wounds and it hurts when people poke(捅；戳) at themIt can be exhausting to hang around with folks who constantly poke at us just to gain some kind of external recognition through making everyone

12、 else feel smaller.My favorite thing about people who are comfortable with themselves is that they need no external recognition.They have discovered their worth is, by nature, something that cannot be taken away or added to based on what other people think.Ironically enough, this ends up providing c

13、omfortable people with more external validation than those who feel they need it most. Because comfortable peoples worth comes from within, they see no point in tearing others down.To them, the only sensible way to speak about another is to be positive.I guess when you realize your worth comes from

14、within, you might as well build others up rather than tear them down, since their size is of no threat to your sense of selfworth.Plus, its a lot more fun to speak love to others and watch their eyes glow than it is to hurt someones feelings for a cheap laugh, anyway.When we become comfortable with

15、ourselves through fully accepting who we are, we can silence the noise our insecurities make in public situations and enjoy the wonderful reality that unfolds before us.The result is a world with fewer insecurities.To me, that sounds like a better world.5Which of the following sayings best expresses

16、 the main idea of the passage?AActions speak louder than words.BNo pains, no gains.CLuck favors those who are comfortable with who they are.DDont claim to know what you dont know.6What does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?AInsecurities.BOpen wounds.CPeople who are comfortable

17、 with themselves.DThreats.7Whats the authors purpose of writing this passage?ATo give a vivid description of people who are comfortable with themselves.BTo ask people to make friends with people who are comfortable with themselves.CTo offer some practical advice on how to be a person who is comforta

18、ble with himself/herself.DTo appeal to people to be comfortable with themselves so that we can live in a better world.C(2019辽宁大连双基测试)Whenever we see a button, we want to press it because we know that something will happen.This is true in most cases, for example, on a doorbell.But some buttons are ac

19、tually fake(假的), like the “close” button on a lift.Many people are in the habit of pressing the “close” button because they dont have the patience to wait.But lifts “close” buttons are a complete trick, at least in the US.the doors will not close any faster no matter how hard you press.It started in

20、 the 1990s when the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in the US., making sure that all lifts stayed open long enough so that people with disabilities could enter safely.Only repair workers can use the buttons to speed up the door closing process if they have special keys.But to normal lift

21、riders, the buttons arent completely useless.According to psychologists, fake buttons can actually make you feel better by offering you a sense of control.“A sense of control is very important.It reduces stress and increases wellbeing，” said Ellen JLanger, a psychology professor at Harvard Universit

22、y.Experts also added that a lot of buttons that dont do anything exist in our lives for this same purpose.For example, pedestrian crosswalk buttons dont live up to their names either.Pressing them used to help make the traffic signals change faster, but that was before computercontrolled traffic sig

23、nals were introduced.But psychologists found it interesting that even when people are aware of these little “white lies”， they still continue to push fake buttons because as long as the doors eventually close, it is considered to be worth the effort.8What is the authors purpose in writing the text?A

24、 To describe different fake buttons.BTo explore the functions of fake buttons.CTo analyze various habits of pushing buttons.DTo explain the disadvantages of fake buttons.来源:Zxxk.Com9What can we learn about the “close” buttons on a lift in America?来源:学_科_网AThey work when people press them hard.BThey

25、were designed for a sense of control.CThey never speed up the doorclosing process.DThey take the safety of the disabled into account.10What can we infer about pedestrian crosswalk buttons?AThey can make people feel better.BThey help computers work faster.CThey can control the traffic signals.DThey h

26、elp pedestrians cross safely.11Which may be the best title for the passage?AButtons in the US.A.来源:1BButtons Always LieCButtons May Not WorkD“Close” Buttons on LiftsD(2019济南模拟)Tea, the most typical English drink, became established in Britain because of the influence of a foreign princess, Catherine

27、 of Braganza, the queen of Charles .As a lover of tea since her childhood in Portugal, she brought teadrinking to the English royal court and set a trend for the_beverage in the 17th century.The fashion soon spread beyond the circle of the nobility to the middle classes, and tea became a popular dri

28、nk at the London coffee houses where people met to do business and discuss events of the day.Many employers served a cup of tea to their workers in the middle of the morning, thus inventing a lasting British institution, the“tea break”However, drinking tea in social settings outside the workplace wa

29、s beyond the means of the majority of British people.It came with a high price tag and tea was taxed as well.Around 1800, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, Anna Maria Russell, began the popular practice of “afternoon tea”， a ceremony taking place at about four oclock.Until then, people did not usually

30、 eat or drink anything between lunch and dinner.At approximately the same time, the Earl of Sandwich popularized a new way of eating breadin thin slices, with something like jam or cucumbers between them.Before long, a small meal at the end of the afternoon, involving tea and sandwiches, became part

31、 of the British way of life.As tea became much cheaper during the 19th century, its popularity spread right through all corners of the British society.Thus, tea became Britains favorite drink.In workingclass households, it was served with the main meal of the day, eaten when workers returned home af

32、ter a days labor.This meal has become known as “high tea”Today, tea can be drunk at any time of the day, and accounts for over twofifths of all drinks consumed in Britainwith the exception of water.12What is mainly discussed about tea in the text?AIts development in Britain.BIts traditional ways of

33、drinking.CIts influence around the world.D Its popularity in Europe.13What do the underlined words “the beverage” probably refer to?ATea drinking.BA small meal.CA way of eating bread.DA choice of drinks.14Why was tea unable to be accepted as a common drink in Britain in the 17th century?AIt was mere

34、ly served in London.BIt was taxed as an alcoholic drink.CIt was forbidden in business settings.DIt was too expensive for most people.15How is the text organized?ABy cause and effect.BBy comparison.CIn time order.DIn frequency order.第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。(201

35、9湖南十三校第一次联考)Every culture has its own unwritten list of behavior that is acceptable.Every society also has its taboos, or types of behavior that are considered a violation of good manners.The word taboo comes from the Tongan language and is used in modern English to describe verbal and nonverbal beh

36、avior that is forbidden or to be avoided.16._They tend to be specific to a culture or country, and usually form around a groups values and beliefs.What is considered acceptable behavior in one country may be a serious taboo in another.Verbal taboos usually involve topics that people believe are too

37、private to talk about publicly, or relate to ones manner of speaking.In many cultures, for example, it is considered bad manners to discuss subjects such as sex or religion in public.In some countries, too much volume of ones voice may annoy people.17._18_For example, one of the biggest differences

38、among many Western, Asian, and African cultures is the use of eye contact.In the US., people make eye contact when they talk to others.19._In many Asian and African cultures, however, children are taught to lower their eyes when talking to their elders, or those of higher rank, as a way to show resp

39、ect.Certain gestures made with the hands can have very different meanings depending on the country you are in.Crossing your middle finger over your forefinger is the sign for good luck in many Western countries.20._Also, in some Asian countries, moving your hands a lot while talking, or “talking wit

40、h your hands”， is considered unsuitable.Behavior that is acceptable and nonoffensive in one culture can be highly offensive in another.When visiting a foreign country, be aware of some of the basic differences, as this will help to ensure a more enjoyable trip.ANonverbal taboos usually relate to bod

41、y language.BIn Vietnam and Argentina, however, it is a rude gesture.CIn spite of what some people may think, taboos are not universal.DCancer is a taboo subject and people are frightened to talk openly about it.ELearn a countrys customs so that you dont hurt the local people unconsciously.FThey migh

42、t think that someone who is speaking or laughing loudly is rude or aggressive.GIf a person avoids eye contact, others might think they are being dishonest or unconfident.第2部分40分钟阅读提速练阅读提速练(一)第一节【解题导语】本文主要推荐了几本在圣诞节期间值得阅读的书。1A解析：细节理解题。根据第一本书下的“This heavy, welltimed publication.from his first album, Bo

43、b Dylan, through Tempest.”可知， Bob Dylan在文学方面的造诣很高。2B解析：推理判断题。根据第二本书下的“Mom and/or Dad.under the Christmas tree(even if it is a book)”可推知， 本文所介绍的书都是为即将到来的圣诞节而推荐的。3D解析：细节理解题。根据第三本书下的“and Delmans arresting pictures capture(捕捉) her muscular power and elegance”和第四本书及其下的“And for fans of more traditional co

44、ffeetablesize books.PicturePerfect Journeys Around the Globe($40)”可知， 摄影爱好者会对最后介绍的两本书感兴趣，还会对Wild, Beautiful Places：PicturePerfect Journeys Around the Globe感兴趣，买这三本书他要花$39.95$19.95$40$99.9。4B解析：细节理解题。根据第二本书下的“An elegant fanzine celebrating all things about Taylor Swift, especially the pop stars count

45、less fans.”可知， 流行音乐歌手的粉丝们会买Tyler Conroy写的书。【解题导语】本文主要讲述了悦己者高朋满座，光环环绕，总是和颜悦色，宽以待人，不会贬低别人，更容易有好运气。作者希望每个人都能够悦纳自我，排除内心不安的喧嚣，成就美好人生。5C解析：主旨大意题。根据文章前三段的首句以及第四段的最后一句可知， 文章主要谈论了悦纳自我者更容易有好运。故选C项。6B解析：代词指代题。第二段画线词所在句Insecurities are like open wounds and it hurts when people poke(捅； 戳) at them意为“不安全感就像是裸露的伤口，

46、只要人们去触碰就会疼”， 由此可知， them指代句子前半部分提到的open wounds。故选B项。7D解析：写作意图题。根据第四段可知， 作者写这篇文章的意图是呼吁读者悦纳自我。只有真正悦纳自我，才能摒除内心不安的喧嚣，享受展现在我们面前的美好世界。故选D项。【解题导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了我们平时生活中所见到的按钮可能是不起作用的。8B解析：写作意图题。通读整篇文章可知，作者通过举例子介绍了不同地点的虚假按钮，其目的是探求这些虚假按钮的功能。故选B。A项“描述不同的虚假按钮”，C项“分析按按钮的不同习惯”，D项“解释虚假按钮的弊端”。A、C、D三项在文中均有提及但不是整篇文章的目

47、的，故排除。9D解析：细节理解题。根据第三段第一句中的“making sure that all lifts stayed open long enough so that people with disabilities could enter safely”可知， 美国电梯里的“关闭”按钮是为了确保残疾人能安全地通过。故选D。10A解析：推理判断题。根据第四段中的“fake buttons can actually make you feel better by offering you a sense of control”和第六段中的“For example, pedestrian crosswalk buttons dont live up to their names either.”可知， 人行横道按钮也没有实现其功能，但可以让人们感觉好一点，故选A。11C解析：标题归纳题。通读全文内容可知，本文主要讲述了有些按钮只是形式上的，而不具备真正的实际功能。故C项“按钮可能不起作用”最符合文章主旨。故选C。1215.AADC来源:Z,xx,k.Com第二节1620.CFAGB