2018届高三英语二轮复习试题：阅读提速练（四） Word版含解析.doc

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1、 阅读提速练(四)(建议用时：40分钟)阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。A(2017·湖北黄冈高三质量检测)South KoreaWhile many South Koreans prefer Western­style weddings in which the bride wears a white wedding dress, some couples are still carrying out the “Pyebaek”a South Korean wed

2、ding custom.The Pyebaek is held after the official ceremony, and is when the bride pays respects to her parents­in­law for the first time.The new couple bow deeply before the parents, and they exchange jujube(枣) and chestnuts(栗子)symbols for children and good fortune.Sujean Park, HuffPost S

3、outh KoreaJapanFor Japanese weddings, its customary for guests to bring cash as a gift for the new couples.The amount depends on the guests relationship to the coupleon average, friends would give $300, and family members may give up to $1，000.The bills should be unfolded, freshly printed.Theyre typ

4、ically put in a special envelope signed by the guest.Guests leave the envelopes at a reception desk at the ceremony and receive wedding favors in return.Ryan Takeshita, HuffPost JapanBrazilIn Brazilian weddings, the best man cuts the grooms tie into several pieces and sells them to the wedding guest

5、s at whatever price they choose to pay for it.The money thats collected usually goes toward the couples honeymoon.Brazilian weddings wouldnt be complete without pastries called “bem­casados”， or “happily married”These are tiny sweet cakes with a condensed milk(炼乳) filling that are meant to brin

6、g good luck to the new couples.Andrea Martinelli, HuffPost Brazil1In South Korean weddings，_Aonly Western­style weddings are favoredBthe couple must both wear a white dressCthe bride shows respects to her parentsDsome couples still observe their traditions2When attending a Japanese friends wedd

7、ing, youd better_Afold the new bills in an envelopeBcontain $300 in a special envelopeCcarry an envelope with a letter as a giftDgive more than $1，000 to the new couple3Why do people make pastries in Brazilian weddings?ATo share the new couples stories.BTo raise money for the new couple.CTo show the

8、ir excellent cooking skills.DTo express good wishes to the new couple.4Whats the purpose of writing this text?ATo share some wedding customs around the world.BTo tell people how to make preparations for weddings.CTo show the different customs between different countries.DTo check how much you know a

9、bout wedding customs.B(2017·福建泉州检测)It was an old apartment building, in which many parts are made of wood.Regardless of the warning of firemen, the residents wouldnt move out because they were poor and had nowhere to go.One night, the building was on fire.The residents began to run for their li

10、ves.When half of the population had got themselves out, the wooden staircases broke down.The remaining residents rushed to the roof of the third floor, which had not been touched by the flames yet, waiting for the firemen to rescue them.Firemen did arrive in a short while.But the fire engines and la

11、dders could not reach the building as the alley was too narrow to allow the passage.The situation was critical, since the fire might burn the roof at any moment.The firemen placed a few cushions on the floor, and got some quilts from the nearby houses to add to the pile.Then they asked the people on

12、 the burning building to jump on the pile after they had shown how.A man jumped down, bottom touching the pile, uninjured.Another person jumped down, uninjured.They jumped one after another, all safe.Finally, Singermary became the only remaining one on the roof, hesitating while the fire was swallow

13、ing the roof soon.People shouted，“Jump, jump！” Singermary jumped, but she jumped head down with open arms.People were amazed and greatly shocked.How could she do such a jump? It was a suicide gesture! Fortunately, the cushions were very thick.She did not die, but injured seriously, saying with what

14、strength she got, “Please take me to hospital！” She was pregnant, and she had jumped head down in order to keep the child safe.That was mothers love ! People were deeply moved.5When did the wooden staircases break down?AAfter half of the residents ran out.BBefore the residents discovered the fire.CI

15、mmediately the firemen arrived.DThe moment the fire started.6Why couldnt the firemen put out the fire?ABecause the cushions blocked the way.BBecause the fire engines were too old.CBecause the building was made of wood.DBecause the alley was not wide enough.7Why did Singermary jump in a different way

16、?ATo reduce the danger.BTo cover her fright.CTo protect her child.DTo shock her neighbors.8What would be the best title for the passage?AHarmony of NeighborhoodBMothers LoveCHeroic FiremenDAn Urgent RescueC(2017·湖南长郡中学模拟)It is quite reasonable to blame traffic jams, the cost of gas and the grea

17、t speed of modern life, but manners on the road are becoming horrible.Everybody knows that the nicest men would become fierce tigers behind the wheel.It is all right to have a tiger in a cage, but to have one in the drivers seat is another matter.Road politeness is not only good manners, but a good

18、sense.It takes the most cool­headed drivers great patience to give up the desire to beat back when forced to face rude driving.On the other hand, a little politeness goes a long way toward reducing the possibility of quarreling and fighting.A friendly nod or a wave of thanks in answer to an act

19、 of politeness helps to create an atmosphere of goodwill and becomes so necessary in modern traffic conditions.But such behavior of politeness is by no means enough.Many drivers nowadays dont even seem able to recognize politeness when they see it.However, misplaced politeness can also be dangerous.

20、A typical example is the driver who waves a child crossing the street at a wrong place into the path of oncoming cars that may not be able to stop in time.The same goes for encouraging old ladies to cross the road wherever and whenever they want to.An experienced driver, whose manners are faultless,

21、 told me it would help if drivers learnt to correctly join in a traffic stream without causing total blockages that give rise to unpleasant feelings.Unfortunately, modern drivers cant even learn to drive, let alone master the roadmanship(公路驾车技能)Years ago, experts warned us that the fast increase of

22、the car ownership would demand more give­and­take(互谅互让) from all road users.It is high time for all of us to take this message to heart.9The passage mainly talks about_Atraffic jamsBgood mannersCroad politeness Dmodern drivers10Troubles on the road are often caused by_Atraffic jamsBthe beh

23、avior of the driversCthe great speed of modern lifeDterrible road conditions11According to the writer，a good driver should_Aencourage children to cross the road whenever they want toBbeat back when forced to face rude drivingCbe able to recognize politeness when he sees itDjoin in a traffic stream q

24、uickly however other people feel12It is not always right for drivers to_Amaster the roadmanshipBneglect politeness when they see itCgive a friendly nod in answer to an act of politenessDencourage old ladies to cross the road whenever and wherever they want toD(2017·广西重点高中二模)People love cellphon

25、es, which is why nine in ten Americans own one.But does heavy use of cellphones pose a risk of cancer? This question has caused controversy for many years.A new study in rats now augments those concerns.Its data linked long­term, intense exposure to radiation from cellphones with an increased r

26、isk of cancer in the heart or brain.The results have yet to be confirmed, the authors note.Indeed, although the rat study found a link between cellphone radiation and cancer, it offers no clues to why such a link might exist, notes Jonathan Samet.He teaches preventative medicine and directs the Inst

27、itute for Global Health at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.Still, he calls the new studys findings “significant”They could lead to studies researching how cellphone radiation might cause cancer, he says.Phone signals are relayed between cell towers and cellphones via radio waves

28、.This radio frequencyor RFradiation is a type known as non­ionizing(非电离的)Unlike X­rays, non­ionizing radiation does not deposit enough energy into cells to release electrons from atoms or molecules, producing ions.So it tends to be far less harmful than ionizing radiation, such as X&#

29、173;rays.But that does not mean radio waves might not cause harm.In very large doses(量) this radiation will heat the body and cause tissue damage.But its not yet known what much lower RF levels might do, such as those from cellphone use.Five years ago, the World Health Organizations International Ag

30、ency for Research on Cancer, or IARC, concluded that cellphone use“is possibly carcinogenic(致癌的)”Its conclusion was based on what little research data was available at that time.But notice that IARC was not certain.It said only that phone use might “possibly”cause cancer.So scientists at the Nationa

31、l Toxicology Program, or NTP, investigated further.13Which of the following can replace the underlined word “augments” in Paragraph 1?AFigures out. BPuts out.CRefers to. DAdds to.14In which aspect does Jonathan Samet think the new study in rats is significant?AIt assists him with his teaching.BIt in

32、dicates a new research direction.CIt warns people to mind cellphone safety.DIt makes a breakthrough in cancer research.15What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?AHow phone signals are delivered.BHow cellphones produce radiation.CFeatures of radiation from cellphones.DDifferences between ionizing and non

33、73;ionizing radiation.第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。(2017·东北三校二模)Top Ways to Spend the Holiday Season with PetsTaking a nap is a great way to refresh during the holidays, and a nap with your dog or cat (or both) is an excellent bonding opportunity.Holiday time

34、is here.The decorating, the shopping, the cooking, the cleaning, the wrapping.16._In the seasons craziness, our furry family members tend to get ignored or over­stimulated(过度刺激的).17._But they dont have to：be sure to pay attention and give them a break from the activity when they need it and add

35、 them to the fun when they dont.·Rest time.If your pet seems stressed, have a safe place for him away from activity.Cats should have a quiet, cozy spot to sleep with food, water, and their litter box.18._Be sure to have a soft area for sleep, a toy or two, water, and some food.But you might nee

36、d a nap, too, to refresh for holiday festivities.So use this time to take one together.·19._Many Christmas tree farms welcome pets on a leash(皮带)Your pet will just love being with you outdoors while you share one of the seasons most honored traditionspicking out the perfect tree.Just be sure to

37、 call the farm first to confirm that pets are welcome.and you have a new annual tradition.·Go have a catch.Give your pup a good run and wear him out ahead of when company visits.20._This way, hell be happy and relaxed when greeting guests.Dog parks are ideal as pups can run, chase tennis balls,

38、 and socialize with others.Always remember to walk to and from the park with your pup on a leash and poop bags in hand.AKeep pets on a leash.BDogs love playing catch.C Dogs might also need one.DBut where do our pets fit in?EPick out the family Christmas tree.FAs a result, pets can experience restles

39、sness and anxiety.GMany pets would love to be included in some of the activities.阅读提速练(四)第一节【解题导语】本文主要介绍了韩国、日本、巴西三个国家的婚礼习俗，其中包括新娘的穿着、礼金的数额以及婚礼的必备食品等。1D解析：细节理解题。根据South Korea部分第一段中的.some couples are still carrying out the “Pyebaek”a South Korean wedding custom.可知，尽管西式婚礼受到推崇，但是一些人仍然遵循韩国的婚礼习俗，故选D项。排除A项

40、；根据the bride wears a white wedding dress可知， 只有新娘穿白色婚纱，故排除B项；根据该部分第二段第一句可知C项错误。D项中的observe意为“遵循；遵守”。2B解析：细节理解题。综合文章Japan部分的内容可知，在日本参加朋友的婚礼一般送300美元的礼金，将新钞装在一个信封中，上面签上自己的名字。故选B项。D项表述的是家庭成员所要随礼的金额数，可排除；给新婚夫妇的礼物是现金(cash)，故排除C项；A项与文中The bills should be unfolded意义相反，故排除。3D解析：细节理解题。根据Brazil部分第二段.wouldnt be

41、complete without pastries.are meant to bring good luck to the new couples.可知，在巴西人们制作这些糕点是为了向新人表示祝福。4A解析：写作意图题。本文主要介绍的是世界上三个国家婚礼的不同习俗，是为了传播知识，故A项正确。【解题导语】文章主要介绍了一位怀孕的母亲在面临火灾时，为了自己未出生的孩子而头朝下跳到救生海绵上的故事。5A解析：细节理解题。根据文章第二段中的When half of the population had got themselves out, the wooden staircases broke d

42、own.可知，当一半居民跑出之后，楼梯就断裂了。故选A项。6D解析：细节理解题。根据文章第二段中的But the fire engines and ladders could not reach the building as the alley was too narrow to allow the passage.可知， 因为巷子太窄， 消防车和消防梯都无法进入。故选D项。7C解析：细节理解题。根据文章最后一段中的She was pregnant, and she had jumped head down in order to keep the child safe.可知， 那位母亲头朝

43、下跳是为了保护肚子中的孩子。故选C项。8B解析：标题归纳题。通读全文可知，本文讲述了一位母亲为了自己未出生的孩子而冒险头朝下跳下房顶的故事，体现了母爱的伟大。故选B项。【解题导语】随着车辆的增多，很多司机都有可怕的路怒症，甚至不知道什么是文明交通。专家们呼吁，司机应该互谅互让，将文明驾驶牢记在心。9C解析：主旨大意题。根据文章第二段第一句Road politeness is not only good manners, but a good sense.及第三段第一句However, misplaced politeness can also be dangerous.可知， 本文主要围绕道路

44、文明礼貌行为展开论述。故选C项。10B解析：推理判断题。根据文章第一段第二句Everybody knows that the nicest men would become fierce tigers behind the wheel.可知， 大家都知道， 平时非常绅士的人在开车的时候也会变成一只猛虎。再根据文中对道路上司机们的种种行为的描述可判断，公路上的麻烦主要是由司机的行为引起的，故选B项。11C解析：细节理解题。根据文章第二段最后一句可知， 在看到礼貌行为时，一个好司机应当能够对此有所认知。故选C项。12D解析：细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句可知，给老人让路，让他们随意过马路的礼貌行为

45、是不对的。故选D项。导学号：65294066【解题导语】本文是一篇说明文。人们喜欢用手机，90%的美国人都有手机。那么，过度使用手机是否会有患癌的风险呢？一项新的研究给出了一些线索。13D解析：词义猜测题。画线词前面提到过度使用手机是否有患癌的风险，这一问题多年来引发的争议不断，再根据画线词后的“concerns”和“Its data linked long­term, intense exposure to radiation from cellphones with an increased risk of cancer in the heart or brain.”可知， 现在

46、一项在老鼠身上进行的新研究增加了那些忧虑。故画线词与adds to意义相近。14B解析：推理判断题。根据第二段中的“They could lead to studies researching how cellphone radiation might cause cancer, he says.”可知， 这项研究会促使科学家去查明手机辐射可能是怎样致癌的，也就是说它为科学家提供了一个新的研究方向。15C解析：段落大意题。根据第三段的内容尤其是“non­ionizing radiation does not.”可知， 本段主要讲的是手机辐射的特点，它是非电离的， 其危害性远低于电离辐射。第二节1620.DFCEB