高中英语阅读理解 七选五小题综合练一.docx

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1、高中英语阅读理解+七选五考前小题综合练一（1）Since you can't get to theaters, museums, galleries, music venues or opera houses during these difficult days due to coronavirus, instead they'll come to you. Here's a list of some of Europe's best-known museums.Louvre Museum in ParisAs the most visited museum

2、in the world, it offers virtual tours online. It also has a number of "Visitors Trails" in different themes, designed to give an overview of the scope and wealth of the museum's collections. Each trail is based on a selection of works that characterize a period, an artistic movement or

3、 a theme, including the artworks from JAY-Z and Beyoncé's music video.Schirn Museum in FrankfurtIt has digitally opened its current exhibition, now closed due to the virus, called "Fantastic Women" (scheduled from February 13 to May 24), highlighting the works of 34 women artists

4、and their contributions to Surrealism (超现实主义), including Frida Kahlo, Leonora Carrington, Leonor Fini, Dorothea Tanning and Dora Maar.Van Gogh Museum in AmsterdamAre you looking for ways to entertain your children with an educational twist? Then the Van Gogh will bring the great artist to you and al

5、so invite you to a virtual visit inside the Museum. The museum explores the painter's life, his relationship with his brother Théo, his passion for Japan and also his mental illness. Everything is in high definition.Of course, a range of recent opera and ballet productions are also availabl

6、e, with the hope to give pleasure to as many people as possible. Please get more information at www. forbes. com.1. The works in "Visitors Trails" are chosen according to _.A. PeriodsB. CollectionsC. SitesD. Artists2. Whose works are included in "Fantastic Women"?A. JAY-Z's.B

7、. Leonardo Da Vinci's.C. Van Gogh's.D. Leonora Carrington's.3. Where is the passage most likely to be taken from?A. A report.B. A website.C. A magazine.D. A textbook（2）“Music is the one incorporeal ( 无形的) entrance into the higher world of knowledge whichcomprehends mankind but which mank

8、ind cannot comprehend," said famous German pianist andcomposer Ludwig van Beethoven. This year marks the 25 lth anniversary of Beethoven's birth on Dec 17, 1770. As one of the fathers of classical music, Beethoven was revolutionary, breaking the rules and stretching musical forms to unleash

9、 (释放) emotion.Although some may claim that classical music is a dying art only for the elites (精英人士) , it isactually alive and well in the modern era. It's not uncommon for today's musicians to have grown up playing classical instruments such as the violin or piano. Even those who don' t

10、 play or listen to classical music are likely to have been introduced to it through movies and even video games.Many of the most recognizable names in the music industry have drawn inspiration from classical music. UK legendary rock band The Beatles is one of them. John Lennon, while lying on his co

11、uch listening to his wife play Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata on the piano, asked her to play it backward and was immediately inspired to write the song Because. The song itself is similar to Moonlight Sonata with simple, straightforward lyrics.This is just one example. Countless musicians have be

12、en influenced by Beethoven, and classicalmusic as a whole. Record producer George Martin once said: “They always had enormous confidence that the world was theirs for the taking." This quote seems to sum up not only the mentality of more modern era musicians, but that of those classical artists

13、 who formed the building blocks of music today. They were making a bold, grandiose (浮夸的) and very innovative statement, not holding anything back.Whether you're a music scholar or a passive listener, you can't deny that classical musicians' influence remains strong centuries after the ar

14、tists have passed. Musicians like Beethoven continue illustrate their impact on the unifying force that is music.24. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?A. Classical music is not an dying art. B. Classical music becomes less popular.C. Today's musicians still play classical music. D. T

15、he classical music audience grows sharply.25. The author mentions The Beatles in order toA. introduce the song Because B. express his love for John LennonC. show the charm of Moonlight Sonata D. prove the great influence of classical music26. What does “that" in Paragraph 4 refer to?A. The quot

16、e. B. The mentality. C. The confidence. D. The modern era.27. What can we infer about the writer?A. He is an elite. B. He is a musician.C. He hates modern music. D. He thinks highly of classical music.（3）While we may think it feels good to complain, complaining has some bad effects associated with i

17、t.Why isn't complaining beneficial? Research shows that it connects our brain with negativity. The brain is designed to work efficiently. This means that when we repeat a thought, negative or positive, the nerve cells form a bridge between each other to pass information in a higher speed. Theref

18、ore, the next time we have a similar type of thought, it is more easily passed. This explains why certain thought patterns become habits.Yet the harmful effects don't stop there. A study shows that complaining causes the hippocampus (海马区), which plays a vital role in problem-solving, to become s

19、maller. In addition to causing brain damage, complaining also releases a stress hormone: cortisol, a kind of chemical the body produces when we meet with some danger. Constantly having a high level of cortisol results in high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and lower immunity.The ill effects of ou

20、r complaining aren't just limited to ourselves: they also involve those around us. We tend to mirror the moods of our friends. For this reason, we should be cautious about having stubborn complainers in our circle of acquaintances and companions.The best way to deal with constant negativity is t

21、o develop a sense of gratitude. Just like complaining acts as a poison, gratitude acts as a medicine. Research shows it lowers cortisol levels by 23 percent, as well as reduces blood pressure and blood sugar. It also decreases tiredness and depression. Gratitude is the perfect cure for complaining,

22、a behavior that steals our brain power, happiness and physical well-being.What have you observed about the effects of complaining in your own life or in the lives of others? Have you noticed that when you are grateful, you feel better all over? Please share your thoughts in the comments section belo

23、w.8. What do paragraphs 2-3 mainly talk about?A The bad effects of complaining on brain power.B. The decrease of a vital part of our brain.C. The diseases caused by complaining.D. The reason why certain thought patterns become habits.9 What can we know about cortisol from the passage?A. Gratitude fu

24、nctions as an effective cure for cortisol.B. Having a high level of cortisol can lead to many health problems.C. Our body produces cortisol when we feel excited.D. Cortisol is a chemical that can cause brain damage.10. What attitude does the writer take to stubborn complainers?A. Indifferent.B. Neut

25、ral.C. Skeptical.D. Disapproving.11. What is the purpose of the writer?A. To encourage readers to share ideas.B. To introduce different emotions.C. To analyze the reasons for complaining.D. To inform readers the effects of complaining.（4）It could be said that the northernmost part of our planet hold

26、s the secrets of our past as well as our future.The icy land is, in fact, not a place for the weak. This vast land of wilderness is where people can get up close to nature's extremes. The place is “no joke", US photographer Mark Mahaney told PLAIN Magazine.“When midnight sun is replaced by

27、polar night, everything's different. Eyes to the horizon and it's nothing. And then more nothing, in every direction.'One of the most harsh, yet most pristine ( 原始的) places on Earth, the Arctic has been affected by human activities - exploration, booming tourism and most importantly, glo

28、bal warming - in recent decades.Scientists have been recording changes in the Arctic. Its sea ice minimum in summer, for example, has reduced by 40 percent in the past 30 years, NASA data showed. These changes have all taken a toll(造成破坏) on the Arctic and the human, animal and plant life that calls

29、it home.But the impact of these changes is not restricted to the inhabitants of this area alone. In fact, it could be said that the weight of the world relies on this icy region.The Earth's steady climate depends on the Arctic's sea ice, which acts as a huge white reflector at the top of the

30、 planet, bouncing some of the sun's rays back into space. The more Arctic sea ice melts, the less light is reflected, and the more the dark oceans will absorb the sun's radiation. The Arctic also helps circulate ocean currents, moving cold and warm water around the globe.With visible changes

31、 in the global climate, the Arctic has given us a wake-up call - what happens up in the North doesn't just stay there. It comes with a high cost to the world at large. It's time for us to pay attention to this chilly region and learn more about what's happening there, as well as its past

32、 and possible future.32. What does the underlined sentence “The place is °no joke'” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A. The weak are unhappy in the Arctic. B. The natural conditions are poor in the Arctic.C. Photographers are not allowed to take photos.D. People are forbidden to make jokes in t

33、he Arctic.33. What has caused the changes in the Arctic?A. Animals and plants. B. Global warming.C. The activities of human beings. D. The scientists' records.34. What is the function of the Arctic's sea ice?A. To regulate climate. B. To keep water clean.C. To attract the sun's rays. D.

34、To support the living creatures.35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. The Most Harsh Land B. Changes of the ArcticC. The Arctic Sending Warning Signals D. Nature's Extremes Attracting Scientists .Part B根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。The Psychology of Spending

35、Have you ever stayed up “chopping your hands” during the Double Eleventh Shopping Festival? Does possessing the latest iPhone 12, designer purse or limited sneakers really brighten your day? _16_Dr. Thomas Gilovich, psychology professor at Cornell University, has studied the topic for over 20 years.

36、 According to Dr. Gilovich, “We buy things to make us happy, and we succeed, but only for a while. New things are exciting to us initially, but then we adapt to them.” _17_Dr. Gilovich has found that our satisfaction with possessions fades over time. Yet our happiness over things weve experienced in

37、creases.Why experiences are the better investment?1. _18_A trip, an adventure or a hobby etc. tend to bring the participants together and unite them over a shared interest. According to Gilovich, “We consume experiences directly with other people.” As a result, these experiences typically create a p

38、ositive link and good feelings toward the other person or people.2. Your experiences become a part of your identity.You might be someone who loves taking cooking classes. _19_ They wont know you as someone who owns the latest kitchen equipment.3. Experiences provide lasting memories.Planned experien

39、ces are frequently something we expect. Then when the moment arrives, if we enjoy the time involved in the activity, were left with fond memories. These memories will often last a lifetime. Even our worst trips, on many occasions, are later committed to memory with laughter.Materialism VS Meaningful

40、 Experiences_20_ Why not spend them on things that will make the greatest difference to our lives meaningful experiences?A. More than likely, youll strike your friends and family as a great cook.B. Most of us possess limited resources.C. The research showed that people who spent money on experiences

41、 instead of possessions were happier.D. Activities can bond individuals.E. He has concluded that we are spending our money on the wrong things.F. Old questions as they seem, one psychologist thinks that he might have the answer.G. In other words, once the novelty (新鲜感) of our newest purchase wears off, we begin looking for something else to buy to make us happy.【答案】1-3 . A D B 4-7 ADBD 8-11. AB DA 12-15 BCAC 16-20. F G D A B