江苏省宿迁市宿豫中学2015届高考高三英语二轮专题复习精练：阅读理解（1）.doc

1、2015届高考高三英语二轮专题复习精练：阅读理解（1）AWild swimmingtaking a dip in rivers, lakes and waterfallsis fantastic fun and has great health benefits. However, many avoidable drownings even deaths have happened, so people are asking: is wild swimming safe?One of my favourite locations is Gullet Quarry, a beautiful po

2、ol that reaches more than 18 in summer. Yet there have been two drownings of local boys there this month. The water is warmer than that in the sea, and there are no currents and no particular underwater obstructions. Many swimmers swim there all year round because its really a safer place to swim th

3、an the sea.But is wild swimming really dangerous? I believe it is behavior and activities around swimming that are dangerous, rather than the location. You might be surprised to learn that outdoor swimming is rated as a moderate risk, while other seemingly safe activities, such as fishing and sailin

4、g, are high risk. The advice I give to beginners is to know your limits and build up experience slowly. Water can be very cold. Though cold water doesnt kill you, itll make you much less buoyant. So swim 10% of the distance you can do until you have adapted to it. Above all, stay close to the bank o

5、r shore. Cold water can cause shocks, so enter slowly and be careful to jump into deep water.Nowadays, were losing basic outdoor skills and common sense. Half of children over seven cant swim a length of a pool, and fewer havent swum outdoors. So I dont believe that fencing up wild swimming location

6、s will improve safety.Instead, I want to see more inland swimming places, such as on the continent, where almost every reservoir has its beaches, most without lifeguards, as people are trusted to be able to look after themselves. Id like to see schools include outdoor swimming in their PE lessons, f

7、amilies going wild swimming together, and more water companies following the example of Rutland Water and creating seasonal swimming beaches.We need to change our attitude to inland waters and encourage children to go outdoors, swim in nature, and build a love of wild places that will serve them all

8、 their life.1. People prefer to swim in Gullet Quarry mainly because_.A. the water there is cooler than the seaB. there are no obstructions under the waterC. its a pool combining swimming with tourismD. its safer to swim there2. What does the author advise the swimming beginners to do first of all?A

9、. Adapt to the water slowly and stay near the bank in water.B. Jump into deep water after they take off their clothes.C. Swim half of the distance they can do to adapt to the water.D. Have confidence and pretend to be brave.3. Which of the following statements does the author seem to agree?A. Many s

10、wimming locations have caused swimmers in danger.B. Swimmers behavior and activities have put them in danger.C. Families should go swimming in nature accompanied by a coach.D. More lifeguards should be given to the swimmers in swimming pools.4. It is implied from the last but one paragraph that_.A.

11、people should be trusted to be able to look after their family membersB. Rutland Water is the first company to create seasonal swimming beachesC. children should be given more chances to improve their swimming skillsD. modern swimming pools will improve childrens swimming safety in future5. What is

12、the purpose of this passage?A. To explain why wild swimming is not dangerous.B. To persuade people to go wild swimming in nature.C. To express the authors attitude towards swimming.D. To advise swimming should be taught at school.本文论述了户外游泳并不是一项危险的活动，游泳爱好者不要担忧，可以积极参与。1. D。细节理解题。从第二段的最后一句“Many swimmer

13、s swim there all year round becuase its really a safer place to swim than the sea.”可知，许多游泳爱好者喜欢去那里游泳是因为他们认为在那里游泳更加安全。所以选D项。2. A。细节理解题。从第四段的内容可知，作者建议那些游泳初学者不要着急，要先慢慢适应水的温度，并且要离岸近一点。所以选A项。3. B。推理判断题。从第三段中的“I believe it is behavior and activities around swimming that are dangerous, rather than the loca

14、tion.”可知，作者认为是游泳爱好者的行为和相关的活动给他们带来了危险，所以选B项。4. C。推理判断题。从倒数第二段的内容可知，作者认为体育课里要包含游泳课，另外家长要多带孩子们到湖泊、河流去游泳。由此可知C项正确。5. B。写作意图题。通读全文可知，作者通过分析户外游泳并不是一项危险的活动来劝说人们要大胆地去参加野外游泳活动。所以选B项。BWelcome to Summer Camps in Weedon Island PreserveWeedon Island Preserve is a 3,190acre natural area located on Tampa Bay. It i

15、s mostly made up of marine ecosystems. American Indians occupied this area for thousands of years. Today, Weedon Island Preserve, set up in 1972, protects this wide diversity of natural and cultural resources. The following summer camps will help you learn more about Weedon Island.Archaeology Summer

16、 CampJune 24 30, 2014Cost: $ 150 per personTime: 8 a. m. 5 p. m.Ages : 7 11Florida Public Archaeology Network will again hold the archaeology camp at Weedon Island during the summer of 2014. This summer camp conducted by professional archaeologists is designed for children with a strong interest in

17、the history as well as in learning how early people interacted with their environment. Campers will learn about the importance of archaeology and will gain understanding about early natural resources. The camp includes tour of an archaeological site, handson(实际操作的) archaeology, lab analysis and pott

18、ery making.For more information, contact Florida Public Archaeology Network (813) 3962327 or email jmoates usf. edu.Wildlife Ecology Summer CampJuly 8 12, 2014Cost: $ 200 per personTime: 9 a. m. 4 p. m.Ages : 7 11This summer camp is designed for children with a strong interest in nature. Campers wil

19、l explore the ecology and conservation of Floridas wildlife with biologist George L. Heinrich. The camp will include handson activities, guest presentations, and exploration of the preserves diverse habitats where campers will practice their nature detective skills. Call George L. Heinrich at (727)

20、865 6255 for more information or email George heinrichecologicalservices. com.Herpetology Summer CampJuly 1520, 2014Cost: $ 180 per personTime: 9 a. m5 p. m.Ages: 711This is a sciencebased, handson nature day camp sponsored by Heinrich Ecological Services. Inquisitive children love this sixday natur

21、e camp where they explore the fascinating world of amphibians and reptiles side by side with George L. Heinrich, a professional herpetologist. Through upclose contacts with a variety of animals such as tortoises, frogs, lizards and snakes, campers learn about amphibian and reptile ecology and conser

22、vation. Call George L. Heinrich at (727) 865 6255 for more information or email George heinrichecologicalservices. com.l. What can we learn about Weedon Island?A. Weedon Island was discovered in 1972.B. Native Americans once lived in Weedon Island.C. Weedon Island is famous for the wild birds.D. Wee

23、don Island covers 3,190 square kilometers.2. If you are interested in the past, which summer camp will you probably attend?A. Archaeology Summer Camp.B. Wildlife Ecology Summer Camp.C. Herpetology Summer Camp.D. Indian Cultural Summer Camp.3. We can infer that_.A. Archaeology Summer Camp will appeal

24、 to brave kidsB. George L. Heinrich takes charge of Weedon Island PreserveC. the archaeology camp was held at Weedon Island beforeD. George L. Heinrich has a good knowledge of history4. What do the three summer camps have in common? A. They will be held at the same time.B. The campers will pay the s

25、ame fees.C. They will be conducted by the same college.D. They are designed for the same age group.5. If three kids attend Herpetology Summer Camp, how much will they pay in total? A$ 450.B$ 540.C$ 600. D$780.本文为应用文，是三个夏令营的招生信息。1B。细节理解题。根据文中的“American Indians occupied this area for thousands of year

26、s.”可知，美国印第安人曾在Weedon Island上生活过。故B项正确。2A。推理判断题。根据Archaeology Summer Camp下面的“This summer camp conducted by professional archaeologists is designed for children with a strong interest in the history”可知A项正确。3C。推理判断题。根据Archaeology Summer Camp下面的“Florida Public Archaeology Network will again hold the arc

27、haeology camp at Weedon Island”可推知，以前Weedon Island曾经举行过考古夏令营活动。故选C。4D。细节理解题。观察三个夏令营对年龄的要求一项可知，这三个夏令营针对的都是711岁的孩子。故选D。5B。细节理解题。根据Herpetology Summer Camp下面的“Cost：$ 180 per person”可知三个孩子应付540美元的费用。CThe National GalleryDescription：The National Gallery is the British national art museum built on the nort

28、h side of Trafalgar Square in London. It houses a diverse collection of more than 2,300 examples of European art ranging from 13thcentury religious paintings to more modern ones by Renoir and Van Gogh. The older collections of the gallery are reached through the main entrance while the more modern w

29、orks in the East Wing are most easily reached from Trafalgar Square by a ground floor entrance. Layout：The modern Sainsbury Wing on the western side of the building houses 13thto 15thcentury paintings, and artists include Duccio, Uccello, Van Eyck, Lippi, Mantegna, Botticelli and Memling.The main We

30、st Wing houses 16thcentury paintings, and artists include Leonardo da Vinci, Cranach, Michelangelo, Raphael, Bruegel, Bronzino, Titian and Veronese.The North Wing houses 17thcentury paintings, and artists include Caravaggio, Rubens, Poussin, Van Dyck, Velzquez, Claude and Vermeer. The East Wing hous

31、es 18thto early 20thcentury paintings, and artists include Canaletto, Goya, Turner, Constable, Renoir and Van Gogh. Opening Hours：The Gallery is open every day from 10 am. to 6 pm. (Fridays 10 am. to 9 pm.) and is free, but charges apply to some special exhibitions.Getting There：Nearest underground

32、stations: Charing Cross (2minute walk), Leicester Square (3minute walk), Embankment (7minute walk), and Piccadilly Circus (8minute walk)6In which centurys collection can you see religious paintings? A. The 13th. B. The 17th. C. The 18th. D. The 20th.7Where are Leonardo da Vincis works shown? A. In t

33、he East Wing. B. In the main West Wing. C. In the Sainsbury Wing. D. In the North Wing.8Which underground station is closest to the National Gallery? A. Piccadilly Circus. B. Leicester Square. C. Embankment. D. Charing Cross.本文是一篇说明文。题材为文学与艺术。本文介绍了国家美术馆的基本情况、展览内容、展出时间和乘车路线等。6A细节理解题。根据第一段信息It houses

34、a diverse collection of more than 2,300 examples of European art ranging from 13thcentury religious paintings to.可以得知本题选A项。7B细节理解题。根据Layout部分第二段可知，Leonardo da Vinci的作品就在the main West Wing展厅。8D细节理解题。从Getting There部分到达美术馆乘车所需的时间(2分钟的路程)来判断，Charing Cross离国家美术馆最近。DThese ecoinspired books get kids thinki

35、ng about nature and the environment.How to Raise Monarch ButterfliesBy Carol PasternakHave you ever watched a monarch transform from a caterpillar (毛虫) to a butterfly from up close? In this book，learn everything about the monarch life cycle and how to raise monarchs from eggs to adult butterflies. Y

36、ou will also get to know the efforts involved to protect the species.A Kids Guide to Americas ParksBy Erin McHughThis year, the US National Park Services National Park Week is on April 21 29. During the week, all the national parks offer free admission. Enrich your knowledge with this book, as it in

37、troduces the national parks and some interesting places in the US, including their geography, specific animals as well as environmental challenges. The books featured places include Yosemite National Park, Ellis Island (home of the Statue of Liberty) and the National Park of American Samoa, the only

38、 US. national park south of the equator (赤道)Where Do Recyclable Materials Go?By Sabbithry PersadTiana had been learning about recycling at school. But when her dog, Bubbles, gets lost running after a recycling truck, she ends up learning a lot more about recyclable materials than ever! Follow Tiana

39、and her family as they search for Bubbles around town and at the Materials Recovery Facility. Along the way, readers will learn a lot about recycling and how they can do their part in protecting the environment.Scrap Kins BuildIt Book Volume 1By Brian YanishMeet the Scrap Kins. They are creative, fr

40、iendly monsters (怪物) who live in a recycling center, known as Scrap City. Theyll show you how to turn junk into pretty cool things. Readers will learn how to create cute bags from old jeans, beautiful ships from milk boxes, and more. Remember that one persons trash is another persons treasure!1. Whi

41、ch author teaches you how to make an artwork from wastes?A. Carol Pasternak.B. Erin McHugh.C. Sabbithry Persad. D. Brian Yanish.2. Why is the National Park of American Samoa special?A. There is a famous statue in it.B. It lies south of the equator.C. It has its specific animals.D. It is free for adm

42、ission.3. Which book is most probably written in the form of a story?A. How to Raise Monarch ButterfliesB. A Kids Guide to Americas ParksC. Where Do Recyclable Materials Go?D. Scrap Kins BuildIt Book Volume 14. The common goal of the four books is to_.A. teach kids practical skillsB. comment on kids

43、 behaviorC. raise kids environment awarenessD. make kids interested in geography本文是应用文，简要介绍了四本关于教育孩子保护自然和环境的书。1D。考查细节理解。从第四本书的内容介绍可知，最后一本书涉及孩子们如何用废旧材料制作工艺品，其作者是Brian Yanish。2B。考查细节理解。从第二本书的内容介绍中的“and the National Park of American Samoa，the only US.national park south of the equator(赤道)”可知答案。3C。考查推理判

44、断。根据第三本书的内容和写作风格可知，它以一个孩子寻找她的狗的经历为线索，目的是教育孩子如何进行废物回收，是以故事的形式呈现的。4C。考查推理判断。根据第一本书简介中的“You will also get to know the efforts involved to protect the species.”，第二本书简介中的“it introduces.environmental challenges”和第三、四本书简介中的内容可知，四本书的内容各不相同，但都是为了在丰富孩子知识的同时，培养他们的环保意识。同时，根据第一段中的“These ecoinspired book get.the environment.”也可推知答案。