2023版高考英语一轮总复习 专题九 细节理解习题.docx

1、专题九细节理解5年高考题组一应用文Passage 1 (2021新高考,A)话题:旅社介绍难度:易词数:315Rome can be pricey for travelers, which is why many choose to stay in a hostel(旅社). The hostels in Rome offer a bed in a dorm room for around $25 a night, and for that, you􀆳ll often get to stay in a central location(位置)with security and

2、 comfort.Yellow HostelIf I had to make just one recommendation for where to stay in Rome, it would be Yellow Hostel. It􀆳s one of the best-rated hostels in the city, and for good reason. It􀆳s affordable, and it􀆳s got a fun atmosphere without being too noisy. As an added bon

3、us, it􀆳s close to the main train station.Hostel Alessandro PalaceIf you love social hostels, this is the best hostel for you in Rome. Hostel Alessandro Palace is fun. Staff members hold plenty of bar events for guests like free shots, bar crawls and karaoke. There􀆳s also an area on

4、 the rooftop for hanging out with other travelers during the summer.Youth Station HostelIf you􀆳re looking for cleanliness and a modern hostel, look no further than Youth Station. It offers beautiful furnishings and beds. There are plenty of other benefits, too: it doesn􀆳t charge ci

5、ty tax; it has both air conditioning and a heater for the rooms; it also has free Wi-Fi in every room.Hotel and Hostel Des ArtistesHotel and Hostel Des Artistes is located just a 10-minute walk from the central city station and it􀆳s close to all of the city􀆳s main attractions. The

6、staff is friendly and helpful, providing you with a map of the city when you arrive, and offering advice if you require some. However, you need to pay 2 euros a day for Wi-Fi.1.What is probably the major concern of travelers who choose to stay in a hostel?A.Comfort.B.Security.C.Price.D.Location.2.Wh

7、ich hotel best suits people who enjoy an active social life?A.Yellow Hostel.B.Hostel Alessandro Palace.C.Youth Station Hostel.D.Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes.3.What is the disadvantage of Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes?A.It gets noisy at night.B.Its staff is too talkative.C.It charges for Wi-Fi.D.It&

8、#1049011;s inconveniently located.答案语篇解读作者主要介绍了罗马的几个价位不高的旅社。1.C2.B3.CPassage 2 (2020课标全国,A)话题:乘坐火车信息难度:易词数:194Train InformationAll customers travelling on TransLink services must be in possession of a valid ticket before boarding. For ticket information, please ask at your local station or call 13 1

9、2 30.While Queensland Rail makes every effort to ensure trains run as scheduled, there can be no guarantee of connections between trains or between train services and bus services.Lost property(失物招领)Call Lost Property on 13 16 17 during business hours for items lost on Queensland Rail services. The

10、lost property office is open Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 5:00 pm and is located(位于)at Roma Street station.Public holidaysOn public holidays, generally a Sunday timetable operates. On certain major event days, i.e. Australia Day, Anzac Day, sporting and cultural days, special additional services may

11、operate. Christmas Day services operate to a Christmas Day timetable. Before travel please visit .au or call TransLink on 13 12 30 anytime.Customers using mobility devicesMany stations have wheelchair access from the car park or entrance to the station platforms. For assistance, please call Queensla

12、nd Rail on 13 16 17.Guardian trains(outbound)DepartOriginDestinationArrive6:42 pmAltandiVarsity Lakes7:37 pm7:29 pmCentralVarsity Lakes8:52 pm8:57 pmFortitude ValleyVarsity Lakes9:52 pm11:02 pmRoma StreetVarsity Lakes12:22 am1.What would you do to get ticket information? A.Call 13 16 17.B.Visit .au.

13、C.Ask at the local station.D.Check the train schedule.2.At which station can you find the lost property office?A.Altandi.B.Roma Street.C.Varsity Lakes.D.Fortitude Valley.3.Which train would you take if you go from Central to Varsity Lakes?A.6:42 pm.B.7:29 pm.C.8:57 pm.D.11:02 pm.答案语篇解读文章介绍了乘坐火车的一些关键

14、事项。1.C2.B3.BPassage 3 (2020课标全国,A)话题:旅游景点介绍难度:易词数:299The Lake District Attractions GuideDalemain Mansion & Historic GardensHistory, Culture & Landscape(景观). Discover and enjoy 4 centuries of history, 5 acres of celebrated and award-winning gardens with parkland walk. Owned by the Hasell family since

15、 1679, home to the International Marmalade Festival. Gifts and antiques, plant sales, museums & Mediaeval Hall Tearoom.Open:29 Mar29 Oct, Sun to Thurs.Tearoom, Gardens & Gift Shop:10.3017.00(16.00 in Oct).House:11.1516.00(15.00 in Oct).Town:Pooley Bridge & PenrithAbbot Hall Art Gallery & MuseumThose

16、 viewing the quality of Abbot Hall􀆳s temporary exhibitions may be forgiven for thinking they are in a city gallery. The impressive permanent collection includes Turners and Romneys and the temporary exhibition programme has Canaletto and the artists from St Ives.Open: Mon to Sat and Summer

17、Sundays. 10.3017.00 Summer. 10.3016.00 Winter.Town:KendalTullie House Museum & Art GalleryDiscover, explore and enjoy award-winning Tullie House, where historic collections, contemporary art and family fun are brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. There are four fantastic galler

18、ies to visit from fine art to interactive fun, so there􀆳s something for everyone!Open:High Season 1 Apr31 Oct: Mon to Sat 10.0017.00, Sun 11.0017.00.Low Season 1 Nov31 Mar: Mon to Sat 10.0016.30, Sun 12.0016.30.Town: CarlisleDove Cottage & The Wordsworth MuseumDiscover William Wordsworth

19、049011;s inspirational home. Take a tour of his Lakeland cottage, walk through his hillside garden and explore the riches of the collection in the Museum. Visit the shop and relax in the caf. Exhibitions, events and family activities throughout the year.Open: Daily, 09.3017.30(last admission 17.00).

20、Town: Grasmere 1.When is the House at Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens open on Sundays in July?A.09.3017.30.B.10.3016.00.C.11.1516.00.D.12.0016.30.2.What can visitors do at Abbot Hall Art Gallery & Museum?A.Enjoy Romney􀆳s works.B.Have some interactive fun.C.Attend a famous festival.D.Lea

21、rn the history of a family.3.Where should visitors go if they want to explore Wordsworth􀆳s life?A.Penrith.B.Kendal.C.Carlisle.D.Grasmere.答案语篇解读文章介绍了四个旅游景点及其开放时间与所在位置。1.C2.A3.DPassage 4 (2020课标全国,A)话题:探寻旅程难度:易词数:249Journey Back in Time with ScholarsClassical Provence(13 days)Journey through

22、the beautiful countryside of Provence, France, with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes. We will visit some of the best-preserved Roman monuments in the world. Our tour also includes a chance to walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh and Gauguin. Fields of flowers, tile-roofed(瓦屋顶)villages and tasty meals enrich this wo

23、nderful experience.Southern Spain(15 days)Spain has lovely white towns and the scent(芳香)of oranges, but it is also a treasury of ancient remains including the cities left by the Greeks, Romans and Arabs. As we travel south from Madrid with Prof. Ronald Messier to historic Toledo, Roman Mrida and int

24、o Andalucia, we explore historical monuments and architecture.China􀆳s Sacred Landscapes(21 days)Discover the China of “past ages,”its walled cities, temples and mountain scenery with Prof. Robert Thorp. Highlights(精彩之处)include China􀆳s most sacred peaks at Mount Tai and Hangzhou

25、49011;s rolling hills, waterways and peaceful temples. We will wander in traditional small towns and end our tour with an exceptional museum in Shanghai.Tunisia(17 days)Join Prof. Pedar Foss on our in-depth Tunisian tour. Tour highlights include the Roman city of Dougga, the underground Numidian cap

26、ital at Bulla Regia, Roman Sbeitla and the remote areas around Tataouine and Matmata, unique for underground cities. Our journey takes us to picturesque Berber villages and lovely beaches.1.What can visitors see in both Classical Provence and Southern Spain?A.Historical monuments.B.Fields of flowers

27、.C.Van Gogh􀆳s paintings.D.Greek buildings.2.Which country is Prof. Thorp most knowledgeable about?A.France.B.Spain.C.China.D.Tunisia.3.Which of the following highlights the Tunisian tour?A.White towns.B.Underground cities.C.Tile-roofed villages.D.Rolling hills.答案语篇解读文章介绍了四个与学者们一起旅行的路线。1.A2.

28、C3.BPassage 5 (2020新高考,A)话题:诗歌挑战赛难度:易词数:196POETRY CHALLENGEWrite a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.Prizes3 Grand Prizes:Trip to Washington, D.C. for each of three winners, a parent and one other person of the winner􀆳s choice.

29、Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.6 First Prizes:The book Sky Pioneer:A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot Linda Finch.50 Honorable Mention

30、s:Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earhart􀆳s final flight.RulesFollow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number of lines.Write by hand or t

31、ype on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper.On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.1.How many people can each grand prize winner take on the free trip?A.Two.B.Th

32、ree.C.Four.D.Six.2.What will each of the honorable mention winners get?A.A plane ticket.B.A book by Corinne Szabo.C.A special T-shirt.D.A photo of Amelia Earhart.3.Which of the following will result in disqualification?A.Typing your poem out.B.Writing a poem of 120 words.C.Using both sides of the pa

33、per.D.Mailing your entry on October 30.答案语篇解读文章介绍了这次诗歌挑战赛的奖项和比赛规则。1.A2.C3.BPassage 6 (2020北京,A)话题:应用程序广告难度:中词数:298Lancom is a worldwide language learning app and a leader in the online language learning industry with millions of active subscribers. We house a broad range of experts united by the com

34、mon goal of creating the best language learning tools possible. With advice from AI specialists, art designers and culture researchers, our multi-language experts endow (赋予) Lancom with an enormous potential for innovation within the world of language learning. Our courses, totalling 20,000 hours of

35、 content in 20 different languages, guarantee you language skills you can use right away.At the core of Lancom is a world-class effective method that enhances language learning with advanced technology.Examples and dialogues are recorded with real native speakers instead of automatic computers. Lanc

36、om trains your brain to learn efficiently, so you absorb more information while in the app and continue learning outside of it. The app makes our practical language lessons available wherever and whenever. We work directly for our learners, not for any third party. And it􀆳s all supported by

37、 an efficient customer service team, available through telephone, email and online chat.Millions of learners have their own stories and their own reasons for learning a new language. Lancom cares about you and addresses your individual learning type. Lancom is the only product to offer courses tailo

38、red to your native language, building on grammar and words you already know. Our content is about real-life topics that are relevant because we know what matters to you is what sticks best. You will find it very rewarding to learn with Lancom.Choose Your Subscription and Get Started1 month3 months6

39、months12 months$12.95/m$8.95/m$7.45/m$6.95/mBuy with confidence: 21-day money back guarantee! If you aren􀆳t satisfied, just write to Customer Service within 21 days.Contact & Support: customerservice1.Who can provide Lancom with a huge potential for innovation in learning?A.Culture research

40、ers.B.AI specialists. C.Language experts.D.Art designers.2.What lies at the core of the Lancom app?A.A flexible system.B.An effective method.C.The brain-training technique.D.The informative content.3.Lancom claims that it is unique in its . A.personalised coursesB.multiple languagesC.pricing policyD

41、.service team答案语篇解读本文为一则广告。文章向学生推荐了一个学习语言的应用程序Lancom。1.C2.B3.APassage 7 (2019课标全国,A)话题:暑期工作介绍难度:易词数:256Need a Job This Summer?The provincial government and its partners offer many programs to help students find summer jobs. The deadlines and what you need to apply depend on the program.Not a student

42、?Go to the government website to learn about programs and online tools available to help people under 30 build skills, find a job or start businesses all year round.Jobs for YouthIf you are a teenager living in certain parts of the province, you could be eligible(符合条件)for this program, which provide

43、s eight weeks of paid employment along with training.Who is eligible:Youth 1518 years old in select communities(社区).Summer CompanySummer Company provides students with hands-on business training and awards of up to $3,000 to start and run their own summer businesses.Who is eligible:Students aged 152

44、9, returning to school in the fall.Stewardship Youth Ranger ProgramYou could apply to be a Stewardship Youth Ranger and work on local natural resource management projects for eight weeks this summer.Who is eligible:Students aged 16 or 17 at time of hire, but not turning 18 before December 31 this ye

45、ar.Summer Employment Opportunities(机会)Through the Summer Employment Opportunities program, students are hired each year in a variety of summer positions across the Provincial Public Service, its related agencies and community groups.Who is eligible:Students aged 15 or older. Some positions require s

46、tudents to be 15 to 24 or up to 29 for persons with a disability.1.What is special about Summer Company?A.It requires no training before employment.B.It provides awards for running new businesses.C.It allows one to work in the natural environment.D.It offers more summer job opportunities.2.What is t

47、he age range required by Stewardship Youth Ranger Program?A.1518.B.1524.C.1529.D.1617.3.Which program favors the disabled?A.Jobs for Youth.B.Summer Company.C.Stewardship Youth Ranger Program.D.Summer Employment Opportunities.答案语篇解读文章介绍了省政府及其合作伙伴为学生提供的几个暑期工作项目。1.B2.D3.DPassage 8 (2019课标全国,A)话题:戏剧艺术难度

48、:易词数:204OPENINGS AND PREVIEWSAnimals Out of PaperYolo! Productions and the Great Griffon present the play by Rajiv Joseph, in which an origami(折纸术)artist invites a teenage talent and his teacher into her studio. Merri Milwe directs. In previews. Opens Feb. 12. (West Park Presbyterian Church, 165 W.

49、86th St. 212-868-4444.)The AudienceHelen Mirren stars in the play by Peter Morgan, about Queen Elizabeth II of the UK and her private meetings with twelve Prime Ministers in the course of sixty years. Stephen Daldry directs. Also starring Dylan Baker and Judith Ivey. Previews begin Feb. 14. (Schoenf

50、eld, 236 W. 45th St. 212-239-6200.)HamiltonLin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical about Alexander Hamilton, in which the birth of America is presented as an immigrant story. Thomas Kail directs. In previews. Opens Feb. 17. (Public, 425 Lafayette St. 212-967-7555.)On the Twentieth CenturyKristin Cheno

51、weth and Peter Gallagher star in the musical comedy by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, about a Broadway producer who tries to win a movie star􀆳s love during a cross-country train journey. Scott Ellis directs, for Roundabout Theatre Company. Previews begin Feb. 12. (American Airlines Theatre,

52、 227 W. 42nd St. 212-719-1300.)1.What is the play by Rajiv Joseph probably about?A.A type of art.B.A teenager􀆳s studio.C.A great teacher.D.A group of animals.2.Who is the director of The Audience?A.Helen Mirren.B.Peter Morgan.C.Dylan Baker.D.Stephen Daldry.3.Which play will you go to if you

53、 are interested in American history?A.Animals Out of Paper.B.The Audience.C.Hamilton.D.On the Twentieth Century.答案语篇解读文章介绍了几个演出,侧重学生艺术素养的培养。1.A2.D3.CPassage 9 (2019天津,A)话题:学校生活难度:易词数:342History Fair CompetitionUnderstanding history is vital to understanding ourselves as a people and as a nation. His

54、tory is much more than the study of dusty old objects and events long past. It is an essential part of who we are today and who we will become. Thornton Middle School History Fair Competition makes understanding history exciting, engaging, and fun!This Year􀆳s ThemeAll participants must addr

55、ess how communication or transportation technology has promoted the quality of life for Americans throughout history. To many people, technology means computers, hand-held devices, or vehicles that travel to distant planets. However, technology is also the application of scientific knowledge to solv

56、e a problem, touching lives in countless ways.Individuals or groups may enter one of the following categories:PerformanceDocumentary(纪实作品)Essay WritingCategory RequirementsPerformance:A dramatic presentation of the topic no more than 10 minutes long. If special clothes are used, they should truly re

57、present a given period.Documentary:A visual presentation(such as a video, slide show, or computer project)no more than 10 minutes long. A desktop computer, screen, projector, and loudspeakers will be available. Students must provide their presentations on CDs before Friday, March 23.Essay Writing:An

58、 academic paper of 2,000 to 2,500 words. No illustrations(图解) are allowed. Please do not include covers. A list of references must be included.Important DatesJanuary 5Submit a topic proposal to your history teacher. The teacher may require a second proposal if the first is off-topic or unclear.Febru

59、ary 5Submit a first draft of your essay, performance script(剧本), or documentary highlights.February 19A committee of teachers will evaluate materials and give opinions. Students then have an opportunity to improve their products.March 9Submit a final draft of your essay.March 15Performance and docum

60、entary committee previewMarch 24Thornton Middle School History Fair Competition7:00 A.M.9:00 A.M.Participants signing in at the gym10:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.Competition and judges􀆳 review7:00 P.M.Awards ceremony and picnic1.According to Paragraph 1, what is the major goal of understanding history?

61、A.To preserve national traditions.B.To prepare for a history competition.C.To better know the present and future.D.To further explore historical mysteries.2.What is the theme of this year􀆳s competition?A.Technology advances science.B.Science interacts with technology.C.Science has made the

62、study of history easy.D.Technology has improved the life of Americans.3.Among the items provided by the school for a visual presentation are .A.special clothes and a screenB.a desktop computer and a CDC.a projector and special clothesD.a desktop computer and loudspeakers4.What would a participant ha

63、ve to do with an essay of 1,500 words to meet the category requirement?A.Include more information in the essay.B.Remove the references.C.Provide a cover for the essay.D.Explain the details with illustrations.5.What will the committee of teachers do on February 19?A.Preview performances and documenta

64、ries.B.Make comments on the materials.C.Improve the participant􀆳s first draft.D.Collect a second proposal from the participant.答案语篇解读本文主要介绍了今年在Thornton Middle School 举行的History Fair Competition的相关信息。1.C2.D3.D4.A5.BPassage 10 (2019北京,A)话题:志愿者项目难度:中词数:295Want to explore new cultures, meet new

65、 people and do something worthwhile at the same time?You can do all the three with Global Development Association (GDA). Whatever stage of life you􀆳re at, wherever you go and whatever project you do in GDA, you􀆳ll create positive changes in a poor and remote community(社区).We work w

66、ith volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Most of our volunteers are aged 1724. Now we need volunteer managers aged 2575. They are extremely important in the safe and effective running of our programmes. We have such roles as project managers, mountain leaders, and communication officers.Depending

67、 on which role you choose, you could help to increase a community􀆳s access to safe drinking water, or help to protect valuable local cultures. You might also design an adventure challenge to train young volunteers.Not only will you help our young volunteers to develop personally, you⣺

68、11;ll also learn new skills and increase your cultural awareness. You may have chances to meet new people who􀆳ll become your lifelong friends.This summer we have both 4-week and 7-week programmes:CountrySchedule4-weekprogrammes7-weekprogrammesAlgeria5 Jul.1 Aug.20 Jun.7 Aug.Egypt24 Jul.20 A

69、ug.19 Jun.6 Aug.Kenya20 Jul.16 Aug.18 Jun.5 Aug.SouthAfrica2 Aug.29 Aug.15 Jun.2 Aug.GDA ensures that volunteers work with community members and local project partners where our help is needed. All our projects aim to promote the development of poor and remote communities.There is no other chance li

70、ke a GDA programme. Join us as a volunteer manager to develop your own skills while bringing benefits to the communities.Find out more about joining a GDA programme:Website:www.glodeve.orgEmail:humanresourcesglodeve.org1.What is the main responsibility of volunteer managers?A.To seek local partners.

71、B.To take in young volunteers.C.To carry out programmes.D.To foster cultural awareness.2.The programme beginning in August will operate in.A.EgyptB.AlgeriaC.KenyaD.South Africa3.The shared goal of GDA􀆳s projects is to.A.explore new culturesB.protect the environmentC.gain corporate benefitsD

72、.help communities in need答案语篇解读文章介绍了一个名为Global Development Association的志愿者项目。1.C2.D3.DPassage 11 (2018课标全国,A)话题:旅游难度:易词数:260Washington, D.C. Bicycle ToursCherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.Duration:3 hoursThis small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see the world-famous cherry trees wit

73、h beautiful flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availabilityand the cherry blossomsdisappear!Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle TourDuration:3 hours(4 miles)Join a guided bike tou

74、r and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C. Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.Capital City Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.Duration:3 hou

75、rsMorning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D.C. newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks. Comfortabl

76、e bikes and a smooth tour route(路线)make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing.Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle TourDuration:3 hours(7 miles)Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get up close to the monuments and memorials as you bik

77、e the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.1.Which tour do you need to book in advance?A.Cher

78、ry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.B.Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour.C.Capital City Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.D.Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour.2.What will you do on the Capital City Bike Tour?A.Meet famous people.B.Go to a national park.C.Visit well-known museums.D.

79、Enjoy interesting stories.3.Which of the following does the bicycle tour at night provide?A.City maps.B.Cameras.C.Meals.D.Safety lights.答案语篇解读文章为那些自行车爱好者介绍了四个骑自行车探索美国首都华盛顿的项目。1.A2.D3.DPassage 12 (2018课标全国,A)话题:暑期生活难度:易词数:284Summer ActivitiesStudents should read the list with their parents/carers, an

80、d select two activities they would like to do. Forms will be available in school and online for them to indicate their choices and return to school. Before choices are finalised, parents/carers will be asked to sign to confirm their child􀆳s choices.ActivityDescriptionMember of staffCostOutd

81、oor Adventure (OUT)Take yourself out of your comfort zone for a week, discover new personal qualities, and learn new skills. You will be able to take part in a number of activities from canoeing to wild camping on Dartmoor. Learn rock climbing and work as a team,and enjoy the great outdoor environme

82、nt.Mr. Clemens140WWBattlefields and Paris(WBP)On Monday we travel to London. After staying overnight in London, we travel on Day 2 to northern France to visit the World War battlefields. On Day 3 we cross into Belgium. Thursday sees us make the short journey to Paris where we will visit Disneyland P

83、aris park, staying until late to see the parade and the fireworks. Our final day, Friday, sees us visit central Paris and tour the main sights.Mrs. Wilson425Crafty Foxes(CRF)Four days of product design centred around textiles. Making lovely objects using recycled and made materials. Bags, cushions a

84、nd decorations.Learn skills and leave with modern and unusual textiles.Mrs. Goode30Potty about Potter(POT)Visit Warner Bros Studio, shop stop to buy picnic, stay overnight in an approved Youth Hostel in Streatley-on-Thames, guided tour of Oxford to see the film locations, picnic lunch outside Oxford

85、􀆳s Christchurch, boating on the River Cherwell through the University Parks, before heading back to Exeter.Miss Drake1501.Which activity will you choose if you want to go camping?A.OUT.B.WBP.C.CRF.D.POT.2.What will the students do on Tuesday with Mrs. Wilson?A.Travel to London.B.See a parad

86、e and fireworks.C.Tour central Paris.D.Visit the WW battlefields.3.How long does Potty about Potter last?A.Two days.B.Four days.C.Five days.D.One week.答案语篇解读本文介绍了四项供学生选择的暑期活动。1.A2.D3.APassage 13 (2018课标全国,A)话题:旅游点信息难度:易词数:192Welcome to Holker Hall & GardensVisitor InformationHow to Get to HolkerBy C

87、ar:Follow brown signs on A590 from J36, M6. Approximate travel times:Windermere20 minutes, Kendal25 minutes, Lancaster45 minutes, Manchester1 hour 30 minutes.By Rail: The nearest station is Cark-in-Cartmel with trains to Carnforth, Lancaster and Preston for connections to major cities & airports.Ope

88、ning TimesSundayFriday(closed on Saturday)11:00 am4:00 pm, 30th March2nd November.Admission ChargesHall & GardensGardensAdults:12.008.00Groups:9.005.50Special EventsProducers􀆳 Market13th AprilJoin us to taste a variety of fresh local food and drinks. Meet the producers and get some excellen

89、t recipe ideas.Holker Garden Festival30th MayThe event celebrates its 22nd anniversary with a great show of the very best of gardening, making it one of the most popular events in gardening.National Garden Day28th AugustHolker once again opens its gardens in aid of the disadvantaged. For just a smal

90、l donation you can take a tour with our garden guide.Winter Market8th NovemberThis is an event for all the family. Wander among a variety of shops selling gifts while enjoying a live music show and nice street entertainment.1.How long does it probably take a tourist to drive to Holker from Mancheste

91、r?A.20 minutes.B.25 minutes.C.45 minutes.D.90 minutes.2.How much should a member of a tour group pay to visit Hall & Gardens?A.12.00.B.9.00.C.8.00.D.5.50.3.Which event will you go to if you want to see a live music show?A.Producers􀆳 Market.B.Holker Garden Festival.C.National Garden Day.D.Wi

92、nter Market.答案语篇解读本文介绍了到达Holker的方式、参观时间、参观费用和特殊活动。1.D2.B3.DPassage 14 (2018北京,B)话题:太空航空中心活动难度:中词数:284Find Your Adventure at the Space and Aviation(航空) CenterIf you􀆳re looking for a unique adventure, the Space and Aviation Center(SAC) is the place to be. The Center offers programs designed t

93、o challenge and inspire with hands-on tasks and lots of fun.More than 750,000 have graduated from SAC, with many seeking employment in engineering, aviation, education, medicine and a wide variety of other professions. They come to camp, wanting to know what it is like to be an astronaut or a pilot,

94、 and they leave with real-world applications for what they􀆳re studying in the classroom.For the trainees, the programs also offer a great way to earn merit badges(荣誉徽章). At Space Camp, trainees can earn their Space Exploration badge as they build and fire model rockets, learn about space ta

95、sks and try simulated(模拟) flying to space with the crew from all over the world. The Aviation Challenge program gives trainees the chance to earn their Aviation badge. They learn the principles of flight and test their operating skills in the cockpit(驾驶舱) of a variety of flight simulators. Trainees

96、also get a good start on their Wilderness Survival badge as they learn about water-and land-survival through designed tasks and their search and rescue of a “downed” pilot.With all the programs, teamwork is key as trainees learn the importance of leadership and being part of a bigger task.All this f

97、un is available for ages 9 to 18. Families can enjoy the experience together, too, with Family Camp programs for families with children as young as 7.Stay an hour or stay a weekthere is something here for everyone!For more details, please visit us online at .1.Why do people come to SAC?A.To experien

98、ce adventures.B.To look for jobs in aviation.C.To get a degree in engineering.D.To learn more about medicine.2.To earn a Space Exploration badge, a trainee needs to.A.fly to spaceB.get an Aviation badge firstC.study the principles of flightD.build and fire model rockets3.What is the most important f

99、or trainees? A.Leadership.B.Team spirit.C.Task planning.D.Survival skills.答案语篇解读本文介绍在太空航空中心的一些活动,人们在这里可以通过动手操作和团队合作体验冒险。1.A2.D3.BPassage 15 (2017课标全国,A)话题:参观指南难度:易词数:225Pacific Science Center GuideVisit Pacific Science Center􀆳s StoreDon􀆳t forget to stop by Pacific Science Center

100、049011;s Store while you are here to pick up a wonderful science activity or souvenir to remember your visit. The store is located(位于)upstairs in Building 3 right next to the Laser Dome.Hungry?Our exhibits will feed your mind, but what about your body?Our caf offers a complete menu of lunch and snac

101、k options, in addition to seasonal specials. The caf is located upstairs in Building 1 and is open daily until one hour before Pacific Science Center closes.Rental InformationLockers are available to store any belongings during your visit. The lockers are located in Building 1 near the Information D

102、esk and in Building 3. Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk and Denny Way entrance. ID required.Support Pacific Science CenterSince 1962, Pacific Science Center has been inspiring a passion(热情)for discovery and lifelong learning in science, math and technology. To

103、day, Pacific Science Center serves more than 1.3 million people a year and brings inquiry-based science education to classrooms and community events all over Washington State. It􀆳s an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without generous support from individuals, corporations, a

104、nd other social organizations. Visit pacificsciencecenter.org to find various ways you can support Pacific Science Center. 1.Where can you buy a souvenir at Pacific Science Center?A.In Building 1.B.In Building 3.C.At the Laser Dome.D.At the Denny Way entrance.2.What does Pacific Science Center do fo

105、r schools?A.Train science teachers.B.Distribute science books.C.Inspire scientific research.D.Take science to the classroom.3.What is the purpose of the last part of the text?A.To encourage donations.B.To advertise coming events.C.To introduce special exhibits.D.To tell about the Center􀆳s h

106、istory.答案语篇解读文章介绍了太平洋科学中心的几个功能区,包括纪念品商店、咖啡厅和租用储物柜及轮椅的场所,并介绍了该中心的贡献,鼓励人们为其捐款。1.B2.D3.APassage 16 (2017课标全国,A)话题:戏剧展演活动难度:易词数:287In the coming months, we are bringing together artists from all over the globe, to enjoy speaking Shakespeare􀆳s plays in their own language, in our Globe, within th

107、e architecture Shakespeare wrote for. Please come and join us.National Theatre of ChinaBeijing|ChineseThis great occasion(盛会)will be the National Theatre of China􀆳s first visit to the UK. The company􀆳s productions show the new face of 21st century Chinese theatre. This production o

108、f Shakespeare􀆳s Richard will be directed by the National􀆳s Associate Director, Wang Xiaoying.Date & Time:Saturday 28 April, 2.30 pm & Sunday 29 April, 1.30 pm & 6.30 pmMarjanishvili TheatreTbilisi|GeorgianOne of the most famous theatres in Georgia, the Marjanishvili, founded in 192

109、8, appears regularly at theatre festivals all over the world. This new production of As You Like It is helmed(指导)by the company􀆳s Artistic Director Levan Tsuladze.Date & Time:Friday 18 May, 2.30 pm & Saturday 19 May, 7.30 pmDeafinitely TheatreLondon|British Sign Language(BSL)By translating

110、the rich and humourous text of Love􀆳s Labour􀆳s Lost into the physical language of BSL, Deafinitely Theatre creates a new interpretation of Shakespeare􀆳s comedy and aims to build a bridge between deaf and hearing worlds by performing to both groups as one audience.Date & Ti

111、me: Tuesday 22 May, 2.30 pm & Wednesday 23 May, 7.30 pmHabima National TheatreTel Aviv|HebrewThe Habima is the centre of Hebrew-language theatre worldwide. Founded in Moscow after the 1905 revolution, the company eventually settled in Tel Aviv in the late 1920s. Since 1958, they have been recognised

112、 as the national theatre of Israel. This production of Shakespeare􀆳s The Merchant of Venice marks their first visit to the UK.Date & Time:Monday 28 May, 7.30 pm & Tuesday 29 May, 7.30 pm1.Which play will be performed by the National Theatre of China?A.Richard .B.Love􀆳s LabourЙ

113、011;s Lost.C.As You Like It.D.The Merchant of Venice.2.What is special about Deafinitely Theatre?A.It has two groups of actors.B.It is the leading theatre in London.C.It performs plays in BSL.D.It is good at producing comedies.3.When can you see a play in Hebrew?A.On Saturday 28 April.B.On Sunday 29

114、 April.C.On Tuesday 22 May.D.On Tuesday 29 May.答案语篇解读文章信息涉及英国即将举办的莎士比亚戏剧展演活动的剧目安排、剧团简介、演出使用的语言和演出时间等。1.A2.C3.DPassage 17 (2017北京,B)话题:杂志广告难度:中词数:238Inspiring young minds!TOKNOW Magazine is a big hit in the world of children􀆳s publishing, bringing a unique combination of challenging ideas an

115、d good fun to young fans every month.What is so special about TOKNOW Magazine?Well, it has no ads or promotions insideinstead it is jam-packed with serious ideas. TOKNOW makes complex ideas attractive and accessible to children, who can become involved in advanced concepts and even philosophy(哲学)and

116、 they will soon discover that TOKNOW feels more like a club than just a magazine.What􀆳s inside?Every month the magazine introduces a fresh new topic with articles, experiments and creative things to makethe magazine also explores philosophy and wellbeing to make sure young readers have a ba

117、lanced take on life.Sounds too good to be true?Take a look onlineevidence shows that thousands of teachers and parents know a good thing when they see it and recommend TOKNOW to their friends.Happy Birthday All Year!What could be more fun than a gift that keeps coming through the letterbox every mon

118、th?The first magazine with your gift message will arrive in time for the special day.SUBSCRIBE NOWAnnual SubscriptionEurope 55Rest of World 65Annual Subscription with Gift PackIncludes a Mammoth Map, a Passport Puzzle Booklet, and SubscriptionEurope 60Rest of World 70Refund Policythe subscription ca

119、n be cancelled within 28 days and you can get your money back.1.Why is TOKNOW a special magazine?A.It entertains young parents.B.It provides serious advertisements.C.It publishes popular science fictions.D.It combines fun with complex concepts.2.What does TOKNOW offer its readers?A.Online courses.B.

120、Articles on new topics.C.Lectures on a balanced life.D.Reports on scientific discoveries.3.How much should you pay if you make a 12-month subscription to TOKNOW with gift pack from China?A.55.B.60.C.65.D.70.4.Subscribers of TOKNOW would get.A.free birthday presentsB.full refund within 28 daysC.membe

121、rship of the TOKNOW clubD.chances to meet the experts in person答案语篇解读文章介绍了TOKNOW杂志的内容以及订阅须知。1.D2.B3.D4.B题组二记叙文Passage 1 (2021浙江,A)话题:演员介绍难度:中词数:292Leslie Nielsen􀆳s childhood was a difficult one, but he had one particular shining star in his lifehis uncle, who was a well-known actor. The adm

122、iration and respect his uncle earned inspired Nielsen to make a career(职业)in acting. Even though he often felt he would be discovered to be a no-talent, he moved forward, gaining a scholarship to the Neighborhood Playhouse and making his first television appearance a few years later in 1948. However

123、, becoming a full-time, successful actor would still be an uphill battle for another eight years until he landed a number of film roles that finally got him noticed.But even then, what he had wasn􀆳t quite what he wanted. Nielsen always felt he should be doing comedy but his good looks and d

124、istinguished voice kept him busy in dramatic roles. It wasn􀆳t until 198032 years into his careerthat he landed the role it would seem he was made for in Airplane!. That movie led him into the second half of his career where his comedic presence alone could make a movie a financial success e

125、ven when movie reviewers would not rate it highly.Did Nielsen then feel content in his career?Yes and no. He was thrilled to be doing the comedy that he always felt he should do, but even during his last few years, he always had a sense of curiosity, wondering what new role or challenge might be jus

126、t around the corner. He never stopped working, never retired.Leslie Nielsen􀆳s devotion to acting is wonderfully inspiring. He built a hugely successful career with little more than plain old hard work and determination. He showed us that even a single desire, never given up on, can make for

127、 a remarkable life.1.Why did Nielsen want to be an actor?A.He enjoyed watching movies.B.He was eager to earn money.C.He wanted to be like his uncle.D.He felt he was good at acting.2.What do we know about Nielsen in the second half of his career?A.He directed some high quality movies.B.He avoided tak

128、ing on new challenges.C.He focused on playing dramatic roles.D.He became a successful comedy actor.3.What does Nielsen􀆳s career story tell us?A.Art is long, life is short.B.He who laughs last laughs longest.C.It􀆳s never too late to learn.D.Where there􀆳s a will there⣺

129、11;s a way.答案语篇解读文章介绍了莱斯利尼尔森的演艺生涯,他追逐梦想,不懈努力,一生取得了卓越的成就。1.C2.D3.DPassage 2 (2020浙江,A)话题:戏剧文化难度:中词数:274I am an active playgoer and play-reader, and perhaps my best reason for editing this book is a hope of sharing my enthusiasm for the theater with others. To do this I have searched through dozens of

130、 plays to find the ones that I think best show the power and purpose of the short play.Each play has a theme or central idea which the playwright(剧作家)hopes to get across through dialogue and action. A few characters are used to create a single impression growing out of the theme. It is not my intent

131、ion to point out the central theme of each of the plays in this collection, for that would, indeed, ruin the pleasure of reading, discussing, and thinking about the plays and the effectiveness of the playwright. However, a variety of types is represented here. These include comedy, satire, poignant

132、drama, historical and regional drama. To show the versatility(多面性)of the short play, I have included a guidance play, a radio play and a television play.Among the writers of the plays in this collection, Paul Green, Susan Glaspell, Maxwell Anderson, Thornton Wilder, William Saroyan, and Tennessee Wi

133、lliams have all received Pulitzer Prizes for their contributions to the theater. More information about the playwrights will be found at the end of this book.To get the most out of reading these plays, try to picture the play on stage, with you, the reader, in the audience. The houselights dim(变暗).

134、The curtains are about to open, and in a few minutes the action and dialogue will tell you the story.1.What do we know about the author from the first paragraph?A.He has written dozens of plays.B.He has a deep love for the theater.C.He is a professional stage actor.D.He likes reading short plays to

135、others.2.What does the author avoid doing in his work?A.Stating the plays􀆳 central ideas.B.Selecting works by famous playwrights.C.Including various types of plays.D.Offering information on the playwrights.3.What does the author suggest readers do while reading the plays?A.Control their fee

136、lings.B.Apply their acting skills.C.Use their imagination.D.Keep their audience in mind.4.What is this text?A.A short story.B.An introduction to a book.C.A play review.D.An advertisement for a theater.答案语篇解读本文是一本戏剧集的前言部分,作者主要介绍了编辑此戏剧集的初衷及给读者阅读此书的建议。1.B2.A3.C4.BPassage 3 (2020江苏,A)话题:医疗与健康难度:易词数:205S

137、ome important dates in China􀆳s fighting COVID-19 before May 7,2020Jan 20,2020Feb 20,2020Jan 23:Wuhan declared temporary outbound(向外的)traffic restrictions.Jan 24:National medical teams began to be sent to Hubei and Wuhan.Jan 27:The Central Steering(指导) Group arrived in Wuhan.Feb 18:The daily

138、 number of newly cured and discharged(出院) patients exceeded that of the newly confirmed cases.Feb 21,2020Mar 17,2020Feb 21:Most provinces and equivalent administrative units started to lower their public health emergency response level.Feb 24:The WHO-China Joint Mission on COVID-19 held a press conf

139、erence in Beijing.Mar 1117:The epidemic(流行病) peak had passed in China as a whole.Mar 18,2020Apr 28,2020Apr 1:Chinese customs began NAT(核酸检测) on inbound arrivals at all points of entry.Apr 8:Wuhan lifted outbound traffic restrictions.Apr 26:The last COVID-19 patient in Wuhan was discharged from hospi

140、tal.Apr 29,2020May 7,2020Apr 30:The public health emergency response was lowered to Level 2 in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.May 7:The State Council released Guidelines on Conducting COVID-19 Prevention and Control on an Ongoing Basis.1.What happened between January 20 and February 20?A.The Centr

141、al Steering Group arrived in Wuhan.B.The WHO-China Joint Mission on COVID-19 held a press conference.C.The last COVID-19 patient in Wuhan was discharged from hospital.D.Beijing lowered its emergency response level.2.From which date were private cars allowed to go out of Wuhan?A.January 23.B.March 11

142、.C.April 8.D.May 7.答案语篇解读本文以时间顺序展示了中国抗击新冠肺炎所采取的措施和取得的成果。 1.A2.CPassage 4 (2019浙江,A)话题:人物轶事难度:中词数:359Zachariah Fike has an unusual hobby. He finds old military(军队的)medals for sale in antique stores and on the Internet. But unlike most collectors, Zac tracks down the medals􀆳 rightful owners,

143、and returns them.His effort to reunite families with lost medals began with a Christmas gift from his mother, a Purple Heart with the name Corrado A.G. Piccoli, found in an antique shop. Zac knows the meaning of a Purple Hearthe earned one himself in a war as a soldier. So when his mother gave him t

144、he medal, he knew right away what he had to do.Through the Internet, Zac tracked down Corrado􀆳s sister Adeline Rockko. But when he finally reached her, the woman flooded him with questions:“Who are you?What antique shop?”However, when she hung up, she regretted the way she had handled the c

145、all. So she called Zac back and apologized. Soon she drove to meet Zac in Watertown, N.Y.“At that point, I knew she meant business,”Zac says.“To drive eight hours to come to see me.”The Piccolis grew up the children of Italian immigrants in Watertown. Corrado, a translator for the Army during WWII,

146、was killed in action in Europe.Before hearing from Zac, Adeline hadn􀆳t realized the medal was missing. Like many military medals, the one Zac􀆳s mother had found was a family treasure.“This medal was very precious to my parents. Only on special occasions(场合)would they take it out an

147、d let us hold it in our hands,”Adeline says.As a child, Adeline couldn􀆳t understand why the medal was so significant. “But as I grew older,”Adeline says,“and missed my brother more and more, I realized that was the only thing we had left.”Corrado Piccoli􀆳s Purple Heart medal now ha

148、ngs at the Italian American Civic Association in Watertown.Zac recently returned another lost medal to a family in Alabama. Since he first reunited Corrado􀆳s medal, Zac says his record is now 5 for 5.1.Where did Zac get a Purple Heart medal for himself?A.In the army.B.In an antique shop.C.F

149、rom his mother.D.From Adeline Rockko.2.What did Zac realize when Adeline drove to meet him?A.She was very impolite.B.She was serious about the medal.C.She suspected his honesty.D.She came from a wealthy family.3.What made Adeline treasure the Purple Heart?A.Her parents􀆳 advice.B.Her knowled

150、ge of antiques.C.Her childhood dream.D.Her memory of her brother.答案语篇解读文章讲述了一位获得过紫心勋章的老战士收集丢失的紫心勋章并物归原主的故事。1.A2.B3.DPassage 5 (2017浙江,C)话题:语言测试难度:中词数:322FLORENCE, ItalySvetlana Cojochru feels hurt. The Moldovan has lived here seven years as a caregiver to Italian kids and the elderly, but in order t

151、o stay she􀆳s had to prove her language skills by taking a test which requires her to write a postcard to an imaginary friend and answer a fictional job ad.Italy is the latest Western European country trying to control a growing immigrant(移民) population by demanding language skills in exchan

152、ge for work permits, or in some cases, citizenship.Some immigrant advocates worry that as hard financial times make it more difficult for natives to keep jobs, such measures will become more a vehicle for intolerance than integration(融合). Others say it􀆳s only natural that newcomers learn th

153、e language of their host nation, seeing it as a condition to ensure they can contribute to society.Other European countries laid down a similar requirement for immigrants, and some terms are even tougher. The governments argue that this will help foreigners better join the society and promote unders

154、tanding across cultures.Italy, which has a much weaker tradition of immigration, has witnessed a sharp increase in immigration in recent years. In 1990, immigrants numbered some 1.14 million out of Italy􀆳s then 56.7 million people, or about 2 percent. At the start of this year, foreigners l

155、iving in Italy amounted to 4.56 million of a total population of 60.6 million, or 7.5 percent, with immigrants􀆳 children accounting for an ever larger percentage of births in Italy.Cojochru, the Moldovan caregiver, hoped obtaining permanent residence(居住权)would help her bring her two childre

156、n to Italy; they live with her sister in Moldova, where salaries are among the lowest in Europe. She was skeptical that the language requirement would encourage integration.Italians always “see me as a foreigner,”an outsider, even though she􀆳s stayed in the country for years and can speak t

157、he local language fluently, she said.1.Why does Cojochru have to take a language test?A.To continue to stay in Italy.B.To teach her children Italian.C.To find a better job in Italy.D.To better mix with the Italians.2.Some people worry that the new language requirement may .A.reduce Italy􀆳s

158、population quicklyB.cause conflicts among peopleC.lead to financial difficultiesD.put pressure on schools3.What do we know about Cojochru?A.She lives with her sister now in Italy.B.She enjoys learning the Italian language.C.She speaks Italian well enough for her job.D.She wishes to go back to her ho

159、me country.答案语篇解读文章介绍了意大利对外来移民进行语言测试以及人们对此的不同看法。1.A2.B3.CPassage 6 (2017北京,A)话题:人物故事难度:易词数:344It was a cold March day in High Point, North Carolina. The girls on the Wesleyan Academy softball team were waiting for their next turns at bat during practice, stamping their feet to stay warm. Eighth-grad

160、er Taylor Bisbee shivered(发抖) a little as she watched her teammate Paris White play. The two didn􀆳t know each other wellTaylor had just moved to town a month or so before.Suddenly, Paris fell to the ground. “Paris􀆳s eyes rolled back,” Taylor says. “She started shaking. I knew it wa

161、s an emergency.”It certainly was. Paris had suffered a sudden heart failure. Without immediate medical care, Paris would die. At first, no one moved. The girls were in shock. Then the softball coach shouted out, “Does anyone know CPR?”CPR is a life-saving technique. To do CPR, you press on the sick

162、person􀆳s chest so that blood moves through the body and takes oxygen to organs. Without oxygen, the brain is damaged quickly.Amazingly, Taylor had just taken a CPR course the day before. Still, she hesitated. She didn􀆳t think she knew it well enough. But when no one else came forwa

163、rd, Taylor ran to Paris and began doing CPR. “It was scary. I knew it was the difference between life and death,”says Taylor.Taylor􀆳s swift action helped her teammates calm down. One girl called 911. Two more ran to get the school nurse, who brought a defibrillator, an electronic device(器械)

164、 that can shock the heart back into work. Luck stayed with them: Paris􀆳s heartbeat returned.“I know I was really lucky,” Paris says now. “Most people don􀆳t survive this. My team saved my life.”Experts say Paris is right: For a sudden heart failure, the single best chance for surviv

165、al is having someone nearby step in and do CPR quickly.Today, Paris is back on the softball team. Taylor will apply to college soon. She wants to be a nurse. “I feel more confident in my actions now,” Taylor says. “I know I can act under pressure in a scary situation.”1.What happened to Paris on a M

166、arch day?A.She caught a bad cold.B.She had a sudden heart problem.C.She was knocked down by a ball.D.She shivered terribly during practice.2.Why does Paris say she was lucky?A.She made a worthy friend.B.She recovered from shock.C.She received immediate CPR.D.She came back on the softball team.3.Whic

167、h of the following words can best describe Taylor?A.Enthusiastic and kind.B.Courageous and calm.C.Cooperative and generous.D.Ambitious and professional.答案语篇解读文章介绍了Taylor Bisbee用刚刚学到的心肺复苏(CPR)及时救助队友Paris White的过程。1.B2.C3.B题组三说明文Passage 1 (2021全国甲,A)话题:文学、艺术与体育难度:中词数:249Take a view, the Landscape(风景)P

168、hotographer of the Year Award, was the idea of Charlie Waite, one of today􀆳s most respected landscape photographers. Each year, the high standard of entries has shown that the Awards are the perfect platform to showcase the very best photography of the British landscape. Take a view is a de

169、sirable annual competition for photographers from all corners of the UK and beyond.Mike Shepherd(2011)Skiddaw in WinterCumbria, EnglandIt was an extremely cold winter􀆳s evening and freezing fog hung in the air. I climbed to the top of a small rise and realised that the mist was little more

170、than a few feet deep, and though it was only a short climb, I found myself completely above it and looking at a wonderfully clear view of Skiddaw with the sun setting in the west. I used classical techniques, translated from my college days spent in the darkroom into Photoshop, to achieve the black-

171、and-white image(图像).Timothy Smith(2014)MacclesfieldForestCheshire, EnglandI was back in my home town of Macclesfield to take some winter images. Walking up a path through the forest towards Shutlingsloe, a local high point, I came across a small clearing and immediately noticed the dead yellow grass

172、es set against the fresh snow. The small pine added to the interest and I placed it centrally to take the view from the foreground right through into the forest.1.Who would most probably enter for Take a view? A.Writers.B.Photographers.C.Painters.D.Tourists.2.What do the works by Shepherd and Smith

173、have in common?A.They are winter images.B.They are in black and white.C.They show mountainous scenes.D.They focus on snow-covered forests.3.Where can the text be found?A.In a history book.B.In a novel.C.In an art magazine.D.In a biography.答案语篇解读作者主要描述了Take a view这个为摄影师举行的赛事。 1.B2.A3.CPassage 2 (2021

174、全国乙,A)话题:建筑领域的作品难度:中词数:231The Biggest Stadiums in the WorldPeople have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A.D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the world􀆳s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. Rome􀆳s Co

175、losseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However, that was small fry compared with the city􀆳s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people.These days, safety regulationsnot to mention the modern sports fan􀆳s desire for a good view and a com

176、fortable seattend to keep stadium capacities(容量) slightly lower. Even soccer fans tend to have a seat each; gone are the days of thousands standing to watch the match.For the biggest stadiums in the world, we have used data supplied by the World Atlas list so far, which ranks them by their stated pe

177、rmanent capacity, as well as updated information from official stadium websites.All these stadiums are still functional, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport.Rungrado 1st of May Stadium,Pyongyang, D.P.R. Korea. Capacity:150,000. Opened: May 1, 1989.Michigan Stadium,Ann Arbo

178、r,Michigan,U.S. Capacity:107,601. Opened:October 1, 1927.Beaver Stadium, State College, Pennsylvania, U.S. Capacity:106,572. Opened:September 17, 1960.Ohio Stadium,Columbus, Ohio,U.S. Capacity:104,944. Opened:October 7,1922.Kyle Field, College Station, Texas,U.S. Capacity:102,512. Opened:September 2

179、4,1927.1.How many people could the Circus Maximus hold? A.104,944.B.107,601.C.About 150,000.D.About 250,000.2.Of the following stadiums, which is the oldest?A.Michigan Stadium.B.Beaver Stadium. C.Ohio Stadium.D.Kyle Field.3.What do the listed stadiums have in common?A.They host big games.B.They have

180、 become tourist attractions.C.They were built by Americans.D.They are favored by architects.答案语篇解读文章主要介绍了世界上最大的体育馆。1.D2.C3.APassage 3 (2020天津,A)话题:公共图书馆难度:中词数:386How to Use a Modern Public LibraryHas it been a while since your last visit to a public library?If so, you may be surprised to learn that

181、libraries have changed for the better. It􀆳s been years since they were dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themselves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge, meet interesting people, or find out how to start a business.Check out a book. While libraries sti

182、ll loan out(出借)books, you􀆳ll find it easier to get a copy of whatever you􀆳re looking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Via such networks, libraries share their books with each other through the use of delivery vehicles. Once the book you􀆳ve requested

183、is delivered to the nearest branch, they will inform you by e-mail, so you can pick it up.Check out other items. The library is now a multimedia zone, loaded with information in many formats(载体形式). You can borrow movies on DVDs, music on CDs, and popular magazines. Some libraries even loan out toys

184、and games. If a popular magazine you want isn􀆳t offered and the library keeps a list of such requests, they may bring it in when enough interest is shown.Join targeted reading groups.Libraries will often hold reading-group sessions targeted to various age groups. Perhaps you􀆳d like

185、 to learn a language or improve your English. The library may sponsor a language group you could join. If you have difficulties reading, ask about special reading opportunities. Your library might be able to accommodate you. And you might find it relaxing to bring your small kid to a half-hour Story

186、 Time while you sit quietly in a corner with a good book.Start a business using the help of your local library. If you want to have a business of your own, your local library can become a launch space for it. In library books and computers, you can find information on starting a business. Many libra

187、ries will help you with locally supplied information about business management shared through chambers of commerce(商会) and government agencies, and they will offer printing, faxing and database services you need.1.Public libraries connected by a cooperative network benefit readers by .A.sharing thei

188、r books on the InternetB.giving access to online reading at a library branchC.sending a needed book to a library branch nearbyD.making the checkout procedures diverse2.According to Paragraph 3, what items may be checked out from a public library?A.A magazine and an e-book.B.A game and an oil paintin

189、g.C.A music CD and a kid􀆳s toy.D.A DVD and a video player.3.As is described in Paragraph 4, taking a small kid to a half-hour Story Time allows .A.the kid to learn a new languageB.the parent to enjoy quiet readingC.the kid to overcome reading difficultiesD.the parent to meet their program s

190、ponsor4.Your local library can help you start a business by .A.providing relevant information and supporting servicesB.offering professional advice on business managementC.supplying useful information of your potential buyersD.arranging meetings with government officials5.What is the purpose of the

191、passage?A.To point out the importance of public libraries.B.To encourage people to work in public libraries.C.To introduce the improved services of public libraries.D.To call for the modernization of public library systems.答案语篇解读文章介绍了如何使用现代化的公共图书馆。1.C2.C3.B4.A5.CPassage 4 (2018浙江,C)话题:美国汽车业难度:中词数:29

192、2As cultural symbols go, the American car is quite young. The Model T Ford was built at the Piquette Plant in Michigan a century ago, with the first rolling off the assembly line(装配线) on September 27,1908. Only eleven cars were produced the next month. But eventually Henry Ford would build fifteen m

193、illion of them.Modern America was born on the road, behind a wheel. The car shaped some of the most lasting aspects of American culture:the roadside diner, the billboard, the motel, even the hamburger. For most of the last century, the car represented what it meant to be Americangoing forward at hig

194、h speed to find new worlds. The road novel, the road movie, these are the most typical American ideas, born of abundant petrol, cheap cars and a never-ending interstate highway system, the largest public works project in history.In 1928 Herbert Hoover imagined an America with“a chicken in every pot

195、and a car in every garage.”Since then, this society has moved onward, never looking back, as the car transformed America from a farm-based society into an industrial power.The cars that drove the American Dream have helped to create a global ecological disaster. In America the demand for oil has gro

196、wn by 22 percent since 1990.The problems of excessive(过度的) energy consumption, climate change and population growth have been described in a book by the American writer Thomas L. Friedman. He fears the worst, but hopes for the best.Friedman points out that the green economy(经济) is a chance to keep A

197、merican strength. “The ability to design, build and export green technologies for producing clean water, clean air and healthy and abundant food is going to be the currency of power in the new century.”1.Why is hamburger mentioned in paragraph 2?A.To explain Americans􀆳 love for travelling b

198、y car.B.To show the influence of cars on American culture.C.To stress the popularity of fast food with Americans.D.To praise the effectiveness of America􀆳s road system.2.What has the use of cars in America led to?A.Decline of economy.B.Environmental problems.C.A shortage of oil supply.D.A f

199、arm-based society.3.What is Friedman􀆳s attitude towards America􀆳s future?A.Ambiguous.B.Doubtful.C.Hopeful.D.Tolerant.答案语篇解读文章介绍了美国汽车的发展及其对美国社会和文化发展的影响。1.B2.B3.C3年模拟题组一应用文Passage 1 (2022届安徽六校教研会测试,A)话题:美国本土文化难度:易 词数:280Experience Native American Culture If you􀆳d like to exp

200、erience native American culture and appreciate its staying power, the following can be your best choices. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the IPCC highlights the culture of the state􀆳s 19 pueblos (印第安人村庄 ). Every weekend, dancers of Zuni Pueblo perform in t

201、he center􀆳s square. There􀆳s a museum, an annual film festival, a cafe serving authentic Pueblo food like fried bread, and a world-class research library open to the public. American Indian Film Festival The oldest and best-known festival in the country mainly shows movies about the

202、 stories of America􀆳s original people. There are screenings, group discussions and an awards ceremony. Past guests have included director Chris Eyre, and actors Adam Beach, and Chaske Spencer. The festival runs for nine days in November in San Francisco. Tickets are reserved at AIFF𙧅

203、1;s website or by e-mail. Berkeley Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow Among two dozen U.S. cities and one state observing Indigenous Peoples Day currently, Berkeley, California was the first city in the country to turn Columbus Day into a celebration of Native Americans. The annual event features traditi

204、onal dancing, retailers selling native crafts and food, and a blessing of the grounds. Petroglyph National Monument One of the largest petroglyph (岩画) sites in North America is on a cliff overlooking the suburbs of Albuquerque, New Mexico. There, native peoples scratched thousands of mysterious shap

205、es and drawings of animals and humans into the stones between 400 and 2,000 years ago. When the Spanish traveled through in the 16th century, they added their initials to the Indians􀆳 sacred stones. It􀆳s a visual record of the conflict of cultures. 1.Where can visitors interested i

206、n films and dancing go?A.India.B.Berkeley.C.Albuquerque.D.San Francisco.2.How can visitors get tickets to AIFF?A.By booking online.B.By making a call. C.By going there in person.D.By sending a text message.3.Which is true about the Petroglyph National Monument? A.It􀆳s located below a cliff

207、in Albuquerque. B.The sculptures are easy to understand now. C.The Spanish once destroyed some sculptures. D.The sculptures reflect the conflict between cultures.答案语篇解读文章介绍了体验美国本土文化的四个最佳去处。 1.C2.A3.DPassage 2 (2022届四川广安诊断考试,A)话题:新年期间的节目 难度:易 词数:324The coming week will be very wonderful with so many

208、events for you to refresh your hearts. Dark Drama An interactive, experimental drama, entitled “On Darkness􀆳 Non-existence”, will be staged. The show uses topical events from 2020 such as the breakout of COVID-19, the return of Chang􀆳e V, the election of US President, and the case

209、of George Floyd. 7:30 pm, Jan. 2Jan. 6, at Eastern Avant-garde Theatre of China. Tel: 6527-6911. Rising StarsYoung musicians who are actually students at Beijing No. 101 High School will feature in a concert, conducted by Liu Fengde, He Rong and Shao En. The talented youngsters won first prize at th

210、e Vienna Youth Symphonic Music Competition, and this time they will play works by Beethoven, Brahms, Tchaikovsky and Chinese composers like Huang Anlun. 7:30 pm, Dec. 30 at Beijing Concert Hall, 1 Beixinhuajie. Tel:6605-7006. New Year􀆳s Eve Concert The China Philharmonic Youth Chorus will p

211、resent a New Year􀆳s Eve concert, conducted by Wu Lingfen. The piano will be played by Peter Seivewright, the trumpet by Ying Cai, and the organ by Wu Dan. Programme: “Hallelujah”, “Toccata and Fugue in D minor”, “Happy New Year to You”, and “Moon Reflected on Erquan”, a Chinese piece but a

212、jazz version this time for the piano and trumpet. 7:30 pm, Dec. 31 at Forbidden City Concert Hall. Tel:6559-8285. Movie Anniversary Spectacular Chinese movie stars from the promising young to the glorious stars of last year will display their talents to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth o

213、f Chinese cinema. They will sing theme songs, act scenes and also share their personal thoughts with the public. Besides performances by stars, musicians from the China Broadcasting Film Symphony Orchestra will provide the accompaniment. Founded in 1949, they specialize in recording theme music for

214、films. So far, they have recorded scores for over 2,000 Chinese movies and TV series. 7:30 pm, Jan. 1, at the Great Hall of the People, west of Tian􀆳anmen. Tel: 8589-5049. 1.Which number can you call to book a ticket of the concert by middle school students?A.8589-5049.B.6605-7006.C.6559-82

215、85.D.6527-6911.2.What can you do on the evening of New Year􀆳s Day?A.Enjoy a concert by students.B.Watch a drama.C.Hear movie stars sing theme songs.D.Attend a concert by a chorus.3.Where can you enjoy yourself if you are NOT interested in music? A.Eastern Avant-garde Theatre of China.B.Beij

216、ing Concert Hall.C.Forbidden City Concert Hall.D.The Great Hall of the People.答案语篇解读文章介绍了四个新年期间的节目,告知了节目内容、时间、地点和电话。 1.B2.C3.APassage 3 (2022届哈尔滨九中适应性考试,A)话题:兼职工作 难度:易 词数:328Finding and keeping a part-time job while attending high school can be a difficult task but millions of teens are able to mana

217、ge part-time work along with their other responsibilities. The following are some popular part-time jobs and some business opportunities for them. Animal Shelter Worker If you love animals, working at an animal shelter could be a great part-time job while you are in school. Shelters hire minimum-wag

218、e employees to spend time with the animals and clean out their cages. If you want to become a veterinarian(兽医), this part-time job provides you with hands-on experience working closely with animals. For more information, please click or call 020 7713 0836. Art and Craft Production and Sales If you h

219、ave artistic skills, there may be a market for items that you make by yourself, especially during the winter holidays. Towards the end of the year, schools and churches hold art and craft fairs, and eager shoppers line up to buy Christmas decorations, wreaths, and last-minute gifts. If you are inter

220、ested, please send your information to 3050 Bowers Avenue with one piece of your artwork. Grocery Store Employee Grocery stores hire students throughout the year. There are many different jobs at a grocery store. Students can sweep the floor, manage the storehouse, do promotion or even operate a cas

221、h register. Part-time employees can expect to make minimum wage working at a grocery store. Cash register operators are only available for students having relevant work experience, and they can be paid a bit more than other options listed here. If you want to be a member in the store, please send an

222、 e-mail to storevolunteers.Lawn(草坪) Care Doing lawn care part-time lets you get outside and take a sunbath, while you can also get paid to work. Doing lawn care can be hot but making your schedule, choosing your clients and being outdoors can make running a lawn care service the ideal part-time busi

223、ness. 1.What can we know about working in Animal Shelter Worker?A.It requires working for long.B.It can prepare for future work. C.It makes students love animals.D.It can train students􀆳 patience. 2.Who may get the highest pay in the grocery store according to the passage?A.Sweepers.B.Cashi

224、ers.C.Storage keepers.D.Sales promoters.3.What is the author􀆳s purpose of writing the passage? A.To show the importance of part-time jobs. B.To show the ways to choose a part-time job. C.To introduce some part-time jobs to teenagers. D.To introduce a helpful way to apply to college.答案语篇解读文章

225、介绍了几份适合青少年做的兼职工作。 1.B2.B3.CPassage 4 (2021河南中原名校质量考评,A)话题:景点介绍难度:易词数:255Peak District, DerbyshireDriving distance from Birmingham: Two hours and 10 minutesWith so many places to explore, the Peak District is a dream that will come true for leisure drivers. One of the area􀆳s most famous road

226、s, Snake Pass, was listed as one of the best driving roads by Auto Trader Magazine in 2009. The Pass, as is also known, has beautiful, green hills on each side and its winding roads also run beside the beautiful river Ashop.Wenlock Edge, ShropshireDriving distance from Birmingham: Two hoursTracking

227、further along to the Welsh border, you􀆳ll find the Wenlock Edge Circuit. On the way, you􀆳ll pass towns like Church Stretton, Much Wenlock, and Wenlock Edge. Allow around two hours for the circuit itself, following the A458 to Much Wenlock then back up north from the Shropshire Way,

228、 along the A49.The Midlands TickDriving distance from Birmingham: One hour and 30 minutesThe Midlands Tick has featured high on driving experience wish lists for many years. Accessible and pretty, it􀆳s the perfect excuse to keep you clear-headed. You􀆳ll find quaint (古朴典雅的)villages

229、and winding roads along the way.Shropshire to WorcesterDriving distance from Birmingham:Two to three hoursFor hills and history, there􀆳s no better route in the area than the Shropshire and Worcestershire circuit. This is the ideal medicine for city tiredness, with its wide-open spaces and p

230、retty pit stops. To max out the experience, add a stopover, and extend the trip in a country house somewhere along the way.1.What can visitors do at Peak District, Derbyshire?A.Go on an expedition.B.Drive free of charge.C.Enjoy the scenery.D.Swim in the Ashop.2.Where does the Wenlock Edge Circuit li

231、e?A.Near the Welsh border.B.Near Church Stretton.C.Along the A458.D.In the north of Shropshire.3.Which place is the nearest to Birmingham?A.Peak District, Derbyshire.B.Wenlock Edge, Shropshire.C.The Midlands Tick.D.Shropshire to Worcester.答案语篇解读文章介绍了伯明翰附近四处景点的相关情况。1.C2.A3.CPassage 5 (2021太原期中,A)话题:学

232、校生活难度:易词数:335Transfer StudentsAugust Orientation (迎新会)ScheduleYou and your family are welcome to attend August orientation for a comprehensive introduction to the university, including meeting academic advisors and registering for classes. Registration:TUESDAY, AUGUST 208:00 am4:30 pmGet your studen

233、t ID card at the Campus Service Center at 034 Campus Avenue Building. If you have uploaded a photo for your ID, you􀆳ll simply pick up your card; otherwise, staff will take your picture and print the ID card while you wait.Check into your residence hall (if you􀆳re to live on campus)

234、. Your ID card functions as your residence hall room key.ORIENTATION DAY: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 218:00 am10:30 amCheck-in & WelcomeCheck in and receive your orientation materials. Explore banking options and open a bank account. You will get welcome from the Vice President of Student Affairs.11:00 am11:

235、50 amSmall Group Meetingvarious locationsYou will meet your Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader (SOUL) in small groups. Each group will discuss highlights about your possible majors, and your questions (about anything) and the volunteer consultants are ready to help you.12:00 pm2:00 pmLunch & R

236、esource FairYou and your family members can purchase lunch at Armstrong Student Center. During lunch, you􀆳ll learn about university resources and involvement opportunities at the Resource Fair. Staff will be available to let you know about the resources and support for the students.2:00 pm3

237、:25 pmCareer Advising Career Center staff will introduce career items and lead an activity to help you begin to identify your career interest and plan your future professions in advance.3:30 pm4:00 pmStudent Life & Campus SafetyLearn about life outside the classroom. Small groups will work together

238、to solve your life challenges. Information about campus safety will also be shared.4:00 pm4:45 pmCommunity ExpectationsA representative from the Office of the Dean of Students will discuss the expectations for you as a member of the community, and address campus values.5:50 pm6:00 pmAnnouncements &

239、Closing1.What are you required to do on the day of registration?A.Print the pictures.B.Live on campus.C.Get the student ID card.D.Visit the communities.2.At what time will you expect to learn about your professional development plan?A.11:00 am. B.2:00 pm. C.3:30 pm.D.4:00 pm.3.What do you have to pa

240、y for according to the text?A.Getting orientation materials.B.Accessing academic resources.C.Consulting the advisors or the staff.D.Having lunch at Armstrong Student Center.答案语篇解读本文是一所大学迎新会对新生进行的入学培训活动介绍。1.C2.B3.DPassage 6 (2020陕西4月教学质检,A)话题:图书介绍难度:易词数:206The following books have been published rece

241、ntly, and maybe you would like to read them.This Atmosphere of LoveFranklin Bass Jr.Paperback|E-book$12.95|$3.99This Atmosphere of Love shares Franklin Bass Jr.􀆳s collection of poems from 2008 to 2012 that speaks about his true feelings and experiences of love.An Irish GirlMarilyn HeringPap

242、erback|E-book$13.99|$3.99Inspired by true events of the Irish famine(饥荒), An Irish Girl combines a tale of the famine with a heart-broken story of love and loss.The Prison PlanetHandbookDenis GoodwinHardback|Paperback|E-book|Audiobook$ 46.98|$ 34.45|$ 4.99|$ 9.99Sometimes, the reality prescribed to

243、us doesn􀆳t explain what we experience. If you too know something isn􀆳t right and want to see the bigger picture, the bottom line is here.A Deadly HomecomingJane Bennett MunroHardback|Paperback|E-book|Audiobook$ 23.99|$ 13.99|$3.99|$9.99When her mother asks her to investigate a frie

244、nd􀆳s disappearance, Toni Day heads to her hometown to solve a complex murder case that leaves her own life hanging in the balance.1.Who is a poet among the following writers? A.Jane Bennett Munro.B.Marilyn Hering.C.Denis Goodwin.D.Franklin Bass Jr.2.What kind of book is An Irish Girl?A.A bi

245、ography.B.A storybook.C.A documentary.D.A reference book.3.Which book will you read if you like a thriller?A.The Prison Planet.B.A Deadly Homecoming.C.An Irish Girl.D.This Atmosphere of Love.答案语篇解读文章主要介绍了四本最近出版的书,以及它们的作者和价格等相关信息。1.D2.B3.B题组二记叙文Passage 1 (2022届哈尔滨六中期中,B)话题:做蓝领工人的经历 难度:易 词数:368IЙ

246、011;ve worked in the factories surrounding my hometown every summer since I graduated from high school, but making the transition (转变) between school and full-time blue-collar work during the break never gets any easier. For a student like me who considers any class before noon to be uncivilized, ge

247、tting to a factory by 6 o􀆳clock each morning is torture. My friends never seem to understand why I􀆳m so relieved to be back at school or that my summer vacation has been anything but a vacation. There􀆳re few people as self-confident as a college student who has never been

248、out in the real world. People my age always seem to overestimate the value of their time and knowledge. In fact, all the classes did not prepare me for my battles with the machine I ran in the plant,which would jam whenever I absent-mindedly put in a part backward or upside down. The most stressful

249、thing about blue-collar life is knowing your job could disappear overnight.Issues like downsizing (裁员) and overseas relocation had always seemed distant to me until my co-workers told me that the unit I was working in would shut down within six months and move to Mexico, where people would work for

250、60 cents an hour. After working a 12-hour shift in a factory, the other options have become only too clear. When I􀆳m back at the university, skipping classes and turning in lazy rewrites seem too irresponsible after seeing what I would be doing without school. All the advice and public-serv

251、ice announcements about the value of an education that used to sound stale now ring true. These lessons I􀆳m learning, however valuable, are always tinged (带有) with a sense of guilt. Many people spend their lives in the places I briefly work, spending 30 years where I spend only two months a

252、t a time. “This job pays well, but it􀆳s hell on the body,” said one co-worker. “Study hard and keep reading,” she added. My experiences in the factories have inspired me to make the most of my college years before I enter the real world for good.1. How did the author look back on his summer

253、 days while at college?A.They brought him nothing but torture.B.They were no holiday for him at all.C.They were the relief from his hard work at school.D.They offered him a chance to know more people.2. What does the author say about college students?A.They expect too much from the real world.B.They

254、 have little interest in blue-collar life.C.They think too highly of themselves.D.They are confident of their future.3.What, according to the author, is most frustrating for blue-collar workers?A.They do not have job security.B.They do not get decent pay.C.They have to work a 12-hour shift.D.They ha

255、ve to move from place to place.4. In what important way has the author􀆳s work experience changed him?A.He learned to be more practical.B.He acquired a sense of urgency.C.He came to respect blue-collar workers.D.He came to appreciate his college education.答案语篇解读文章讲述了作者曾在暑假期间去工厂做蓝领工人的经历,并且从这份

256、经历中感悟到很多道理。1.B2.C3.A4.DPassage 2 (2020云南曲靖一中二模,C)话题:电视剧介绍难度:中词数:275The TV series, The Longest Day in Chang􀆳an, which was shown on Chinese online platforms last summer became a hit soon. Since then, it has been shown on partnering streaming platforms and TV networks abroad. Some websites ove

257、rseas also offered the program to their users paying for itthe first time a Chinese series was broadcast as paid content abroad.“I was amazed by the overseas audience􀆳s love of this show,” Cao Dun, director of The Longest Day in Chang􀆳an, told Beijing Review. “I was worried that th

258、ey wouldn􀆳t understand the complex political structure of the Tang dynasty. But in reality the show is prompting foreign audiences to research the history of the Tang dynasty to better understand the plot.”The unique culture in ancient China is not a barrier but a bridge to connect with for

259、eign audiences. In the TV series, every figure is given enough space to flesh out his or her character. Telling stories of ordinary Chinese people that resonate(引起共鸣) with the audience might be the way to communicate with the world. “The success of the TV series shows that beauty is a universal lang

260、uage crossing borders,” he told Beijing Review.His ambition is to distinguish Chinese dramas from the TV shows in the rest of the world. “The TV series is a step in my plan to tell Chinese stories to the world,” Cao said. “After describing the impressive beauty of the Tang dynasty, I am looking for

261、several plays that tell stories of today􀆳s China. I don􀆳t want to copy any country􀆳s production. Chinese dramas have to be built on our rich culture and Chinese people􀆳s everyday life,” Cao added.1.What do we know about the TV series? A.It was put on overseas, whe

262、n first released.B.It can be appreciated for free.C.It is about the development of the Tang dynasty.D.It was very popular once it was shown.2.What does the underlined word“prompting”in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A.Requiring.B.Reminding.C.Encouraging.D.Informing.3.What made the TV series a success? A.

263、Stories of ordinary people. B.Recognition of beauty. C.Diversity of Chinese culture. D.Personalities of every figure.4.What is Cao Dun􀆳s ambition? A.To tell Chinese stories to the world. B.To make a successful TV series.C.To show China􀆳s different nationalities.D.To learn the ancie

264、nt political structure.答案语篇解读在中国网络平台播出的电视剧长安十二时辰受到了观众的欢迎。1.D2.C3.B4.A题组三说明文Passage 1 (2022届河南许昌质检,C)话题:介绍社交平台 难度:中 词数:298For better or worse, many of us never forget those typical British school days, and with a site that now has over 32, 200 educational institutions as well as a growing number of u

265、sers, you won􀆳t have to. SchoolMates is a nice networking platform which offers a refreshing alternative to traditional social media in that the focus is on building more meaningful relationships and encouraging interaction between users. While social media sites are customarily designed to

266、 form an interactive online community, SchoolMates aims to help people find friends from their past. “At SchoolMates, our mission is simple. We􀆳ve created a platform aiming specifically to help people reconnect and keep in touch with former classmates,” explains founder and CEO Chris Goodwi

267、n. “Our site encourages people to revive those special relationships from their youth, letting them look back to the good old days of summer holidays spent with friends, memorable school trips, as well as less memorable moments like those awful school lunches.”SchoolMates brings together more than 3

268、2, 000 schools, colleges, academies and universities across England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales and is aiming to help users get back in touch with former classmates. Aimed at the 35 plus age group, which represents 50% of the population, the easy-to-use website enables users to recall and

269、share conversations, jokes, stories, memories and photographs. Chris was diagnosed with a tumour at the age of 18. He couldn􀆳t move and could only sit in a wheelchair. Determined to conquer the world of the Internet and own a successful online business since completing his studies in comput

270、er science, he did not let his disability become an excuse to give up his dreams; he had a successful business career before going on to start up SchoolMates.1.Why did Chris Goodwin found SchoolMates?A.To make old classmates closer.B.To increase the number of users.C.To help people make new friends.

271、D.To replace traditional social media.2.What does the underlined word “revive” in Paragraph 3 mean?A.Review.B.Retell.C.Check.D.Control.3.What can we learn from Paragraph 4?A.SchoolMates􀆳 target group is age-free.B.It􀆳s easy for users to search for information.C.SchoolMates is desig

272、ned to be user-friendly.D.SchoolMates has the biggest number of users.4.Which of the following best describes Chris Goodwin?A.Smart.B.Ambitious.C.Generous.D.Demanding.答案语篇解读文章主要介绍了SchoolMates是一个很好的社交平台,它为用户提供了一个令人耳目一新的选择。1.A2.A3.C4.BPassage 2 (2021南宁摸底,B)话题:跨文化沟通难度:难词数:373Imagine meeting someone for

273、 the first time who comes from a distant country but is fluent in your language. Would you adapt the tone of your voice, or the spacing of pauses in your speech? How about adjusting your body language and facial expressions, depending on the background of the person in front of you?These are just a

274、handful of the shifts in behaviour that can contribute to what is known as your“cultural intelligence”, or CQ.“The number one predictor of your success in today􀆳s borderless world is not your IQ, or not even your expertise(专长),”writes social scientist David Livermore in his book The Cultura

275、l Intelligence Difference. “It􀆳s your CQ.”Typically CQ is measured through a series of questions that assess four distinct components. The first is “CQ Drive”the motivation to learn about other cultures. Then there is “CQ Knowledge”, which is an understanding of some of the general cultural

276、 differences you may face. “CQ Strategy”examines how you make sense of those difficult conflicts and learn from them, while “CQ Action”involves your behavioural flexibilitywhether you are able to adapt your conduct like a cultural chameleon.“While understanding a specific culture can be useful, it m

277、ay not predict at all your ability to engage effectively in a new place,”says Livermore.“In fact, our research finds that individuals who have lived in multiple locations for an extended period of time are more likely to have higher CQ Knowledge than those who have lived for multiple decades in one

278、overseas setting.”Someone with low CQ might have a tendency to judge everyone else􀆳s behaviour by his own cultural standards. If he comes from a more sociable environment, for instance, and notices that his Japanese colleagues are very quiet in a meeting, he may assume that they are being u

279、nfriendly or bored. A person at the top of the scale(级别), meanwhile, might realize that silence is a sign of respect and that feedback(反馈)won􀆳t be given unless it is explicitly required. As a result, he􀆳ll make sure to provide suitable opportunities within the meeting for others to

280、 offer their opinions.1.Which of the following best describes “a cultural chameleon”?A.Learning from other cultures to have a high CQ.B.Taking action to overcome the communication barrier.C.Getting along well with others despite cultural differences.D.Changing behaviour according to the cultural bac

281、kground.2.What is the best way to get high CQ Knowledge?A.Experiencing a variety of different cultures.B.Spending a long time in a specific culture.C.Meeting people from a distant country.D.Having personal experience in another culture.3.What kind of people do the “Japanese colleagues” represent?A.P

282、eople with low CQ.B.People with high CQ.C.People from a different culture.D.People from a sociable environment.4.Whom is the text mainly intended for?A.Those who are going to be social scientists.B.Those who want to learn about CQ Knowledge.C.Those who conduct some research on CQ and IQ.D.Those who interact with people from different cultures.答案语篇解读本文介绍了不为人知的能决定你的成败的文化智商(CQ)。1.D2.A3.C4.D