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1、押题精选01阅读理解应用文Passage1 Reuel Tolkien (18921973), the British linguist, writer. He created a fantasy novel “The Lord of the Rings” the well­known trilogy (三部曲). Tolkien was born in Bloemfontein, South Africa. When he was 4 years old, his father died and his family moved back to England. Tolkien g

2、raduated from Oxford University when he was 23 years old, and participated in the First World War. During the war, Tolkien suffered from “trench fever” and stayed in the hospital until the end of World War . It was the days in the hospital that he began his writing career first.After the war, Tolkie

3、n became a linguist. He was an editor of the “New English Dictionary” of 19181920. However, he was more researching into Anglo­Saxon language which makes his extensive contacts in Britain and the Nordic spread all over the folklore and mythology.In 1937, Tolkien completed his first work “The Ho

4、bbit”. Although this was a fairy tale, it was also suitable for adults to read. Because of good sales, the publisher Allen & Unwin convinced Tolkien to write its sequel. This encouraged Tolkien to complete his most famous works the epic (史诗) trilogy “The Lord of the Rings”. The works of writing

5、went on for almost a year with the support from his good friend Lewis.At the beginning “The Lord of the Rings” was similar works for children, but after that writing style quickly became serious and dark. “The Lord of the Rings” was one of the most popular literary works in the 20th century in terms

6、 of sales and readers' evaluation. Tolkien's influence is important, for the success of “The Lord of the Rings” makes the fantasy novels of this literature genre (体裁) develop rapidly.1. When did Tolkien take part in World War ？A. 1896.B. 1915.C. 1916.D. 1937.2. Which of the following stateme

7、nts is TRUE?A. Tolkien's father died of “trench fever”.B. Tolkien wrote the “New English Dictionary” himself.C. “The Lord of the Rings” was finished about half a year.D. Tolkien began his writing career in the hospital.3. What is Tolkien's “The Lord of the Rings” considered to be?A. The firs

8、t works of Tolkien.B. Always serious and dark.C. Beneficial to the development of the fantasy novels.D. The most popular literary works in the 20th century.【文章大意】本文是一篇人物传记，介绍了指环王的作者瑞尔托尔金生平。他早年丧父，后来参加了第一次世界大战。战时患上“战壕热”，在医院期间他开始了他的写作生涯。1.B 【解析】【解析】推理判断题。根据第一段第一句中的“Reuel Tolkien (18921973)”以及第二段的第三句“To

9、lkien graduated from Oxford University when he was 23 years old, and participated in the First World War.”可知，瑞尔托尔金生于1892年，他23岁时参加了第一次世界大战；据此可以判断，他是在1915年参加第一次世界大战的，故B项正确。2.D 【解析】细节理解题。根据第二段的最后一句“It was the days in the hospital that he began his writing career first.”可知，瑞尔托尔金是在医院开始他的写作生涯的，故D项正确。3.C 【

10、解析】细节理解题。根据文章的最后一句“Tolkien's influence is important, for the success of The Lord of the Rings' makes the fantasy novels of this literature genre (体裁) develop rapidly.”可知，“The Lord of the Rings”促进了魔幻小说的快速发展，故C项正确。Passage2To ensure an excellent experience during your tour of the Mark Twain Hou

11、se, here are some guidelines and general information:The House is Shown Only by Guided Tour.To ensure an optimum (最佳) experience, house tours are limited to 14 people, first-come, first-served. If your group has more than 10 people, call (860) 280-3130 to reserve a discounted group tour in advance o

12、f your visit. If you have a party of fewer than 10 people feel free to purchase tickets online: We will hold them at Will Call. The tour schedule is usually online about a month in advance.Our site is made up of three buildingsThe Webster Bank Museum Center at the Mark Twain House & Museum is al

13、ways your first and last stop as it houses our ticket counter museum store, film, exhibits and cafe. All tours gather in the museum center before heading over to Mark Twains historic 1874 home. Mark Twains historic carriage house is the third building on our property, but is generally not open to th

14、e public. The hayloft (干草棚) has been repurposed into offices and the main floor of the barn is a space available for rent for parties and meetings.Coupons & DiscountsThe Mark Twain House offers only a few coupons and discounts. The price you pay for admission helps us maintain the beauty of this

15、 icon of American architecture. If you are lucky enough to find one of those special offers online or at your local library, keep in mind they are good only for the general Mark Twain House Tours. No passes or discounts may be applied to our specialty tours.1. What kind of tour booked beforehand enj

16、oys a discount?A. Specialty tour.B. Guided tourC. Group tour with 9 people.D. Group tour with 13 people.2. Which place is not available to tourists?A. The Webster Bank Museum Center.B. Mark Twains historic carriage house.C. The hayloft.D. Mark Twains historic 1874 home.3. What is the purpose of char

17、ging admission fees?A. To earn more money.B. To well preserve the house.C. To support Mark Twains family.D. To offer parties and meetings.【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了参观马克·吐温故居的指南和信息。1.D【解析】推理判断题。根据第一段中“If your group has more than 10 people, call (860) 280-3130 to reserve a discounted group tour in advanc

18、e of your visit.”可知，如果您的团体人数超过10人，请在您参观之前致电（860）280-3130预订折扣的团体游，由此可知，13人旅行团提前预定可以享受折扣，故D项正确。2.B【解析】细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Mark Twains historic carriage house is the third building on our property, but is generally not open to the public.”可知，马克·吐温的马车屋是不对游客开放的，故B项正确。3.B 【解析】细节理解题。根据第三段中的“The price you pa

19、y for admission helps us maintain the beauty of this icon of American architecture.”可知，你们的入场费用帮助我们保持这个美国标志性建筑马克·吐温故居的美丽，由此可知，收取入场费的目的是保护好马克·吐温故居，故B项正确。Passage 3Dance ClassesBalletBallet teaches grace, posture(姿势) and flexibility. Students focus on the use of proper ballet itemsc物品),expandi

20、ng their knowledge of classical ballet techniques and improving motor skills for classicai ballet practice.The class is a formal ballet class.Age 8-10September 7, 2019-May 16, 202010:30 am-12:00 am on SaturdayCreative MoversStudents can explore creative movement, balance, focus, the development of s

21、kills, motor planning and balance. The class helps build strength, flexibility and self-confidence, and allows children to realize expression in a positive and encouraging environment. Children use their imagination to celebrate movement and have lots of fun.Age 3-5September 7, 2019-January 18, 2020

22、9 : 00 am-9 : 45 am on SaturdayJazzJazz includes movements from both classical ballet and dance techniques. This class will focus on traditional iazz dance. Students will be introduced to jazz-style thythms and movements. In order to ensure proper placement for your child, we invite all students to

23、participate in a sample(示例) class. Students and parents work with program staff to meet students' personal dance goals.Age 5-6September 7 2019-May 16, 20202 : 00 pm-3 : 00 pm on SaturdayHip HopStudents will be introduced to several different aspects of hip hop dance including popping, locking,br

24、eaking and tutting in a high-energy environment. Our hip hop instructors are highly knowledgeable and will brovide students with a wonderful view of hip hop dance.Age 7-10September 7, 2019-May 16, 20201 : 00 pm-2 : 00 pm on Sunday1. Which class is suitable for 4-year-old children?A. Ballet.B. Creati

25、ve Movers.C. Hip Hop.D. Jazz.2. What can students do in the jazz class?A. Make use of all the ballet items.B. Learn the long history of jazz.C. Dance with famous modern jazz dancers.D. Get to know jazz-style movements.3. What is special about the hip hop class'?A. It is open in the afternoon.B.

26、It is available on Sunday.C. It teaches traditional dances.D. It has the most skilled teachers.【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文。本文主要介绍了几门舞蹈课。这些课程适合不同年龄段的孩子。孩子们可以根据自己的喜好选择自己喜欢的课程。1.B【解析】细节理解题。根据Creative Movers巾的Age 3-5可知，Creative Movers这门课适合四岁的孩子。故选B项。2.D【解析】细节理解题。根据Jazz中Students will be introduced to jazz-style rhyth

27、ms and movements.可知，学生们在Jazz课中可以了解爵士风格的舞蹈动作。故选D项。3.B【解析】细节理解题。根据文中提及Ballet(10:30 am-12:00 am on Saturday) ;Creative Movers(9 : 00 am-9 : 45 am on Saturday);Jazz( 2 : 00 pm-3 : 00 pm on Saturday);Hip Pop(1 : 00 pm-2 : 00 pm on Sunday) 可知其他三门舞蹈课都是在星期六上课，而Hip Hop课是在星期天上课，这就是它独特的地方。故选B项。【点睛】【解析】细节理解题中的直

28、接信息题解题关键在于依据题干线索词回原文定位，然后与选项进行比较，从而选出正确答案。比如文章第1小题：1. Which class is suitable for 4-year-old children?A. Ballet. B. Creative Movers. C. Hip Hop. D. Jazz.题干线索词为4-year-old children，运用查读法迅速定位到Creative Movers巾的Age 3-5可知，Creative Movers这门课适合四岁的孩子。因此B项正确。Passage4 The Harvard Pre-College Program is a nice

29、experience for high school students. Alongside peers(同辈)from around the world, youll be introduced to college life as you attend classes, live on campus, and enjoy fun outings and activities.Learning without limitsBiology, physics, law, writing and philosophy these are just a few of the 30-plus cour

30、ses you can choose from in each session. In our noncredit classes, we set aside grades so that you can fully commit to your growth as a well-rounded student. Class sizes typically range from 14 to 18 students to encourage interactive learning.Living at HarvardWhen you attend the Pre-College Program,

31、 youll live in a historic undergraduate house, near Harvard Square. You will be with your fellow Pre-College students, resident directors, and proctors who provide support. Youll also enjoy meals in one of Harvards dining halls, which are a short walk from Harvard Yard and provide many options for a

32、 variety of dietary needs.Thriving outside the classroomThe summer Pre-College Program offers many mentally challenging co-curricular(补充课程的)activities beyond the classroom. With faculty and Harvard-affiliated experts, you will have the opportunity to participate in workshops on topics like the psych

33、ology of color-blindness, classic literature from around the world and science of happiness. From our Cambridge scavenger hunt to a trip to the Sand Sculpting Festival at Americas first public beach, theres no shortage of fun activities in the Pre-College Program.1. What do we know about the 30-plus

34、 courses?A. You can only choose five of them.B. They provide credits for students.C. You should set aside other subjects.D. They assist your full development.2. Where can you enjoy meals during the program?A. Near Harvard Square.B. Close to Harvard Yard.C. In one of the workshops.D. In an undergradu

35、ate house.3. What is the purpose of the passage?A. To advertise meals.B. To comment on an activity.C. To introduce a program.D. To recommend courses.【文章大意】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了一个针对高中生名为The Harvard Pre-College的项目，以及这个项目的具体食宿课程安排信息。1.D【解析】细节理解题。第二段第二句In our noncredit classes, we set aside grades so that you c

36、an fully commit to your growth as a well-rounded student.可知30-plus课程更够让你全身心地投入到你的成长中，成为一个全面发展的学生。即它们有助于你的全面发展。故选D。2.B【解析】细节理解题。第三段最后一句Youll also enjoy meals in one of Harvards dining halls, which are a short walk from Harvard Yard and provide many options for a variety of dietary needs.可知你还可以在哈佛的一个餐

37、厅用餐，这里离Harvard Yard很近，可以满足多种饮食需求。即你可以在靠近Harvard Yard的地方吃饭。故选B。3.C主旨大意题。根据文章第一句The Harvard Pre-College Program is a nice experience for high school students.以及文章主要内容为介绍The Harvard Pre-College项目可知，文章目的是为了介绍了一个项目。故选C。Passage5 The Largest World Fairs of All TimeNew York World Fair New York. 1939The 1939

38、 New York World Fair was the largest exposition (博览会) in US history with visitors over 14 million. The Fair was planned during the Great Depression and was aimed at relieving the city from economic depression by attracting foreign investment. Major inventions to emerge (出现) at the New York World Fai

39、r included nylon fabric, a streamlined pencil sharpener, and a futuristic car city imagined by General Moiors.Exposition liniverselle Paris, 1900The Exposition Universelle was one of the earliest expositions to feature multiple countries with France inviting various countries to display their techno

40、logical advancements and cultural heritage. Exposition Universelle was the birthplace of many inventions that we enjoy today including escalators (自动扶梯) and talking films.Expo 70 Osaka JapanExpo 70 was the biggest exposition of the 20th century and the second largest in history. Expo 70 had a record

41、 attendance of over 64 million visitors, a 40-year record that would not be broken until Expo 2010 in Shanghai. Notable exhibitions included a large piece of moon rock that was brought back from the Apollo 12 mission.Expo 2010 Shanghai. ChinaExpo 2010 goes down as the largest fair in history, having

42、 attracted 73 million people. It also had the highest international participation of any exposition in the world with 246 countries participating. The opening ceremony featured the biggest LED screen in the world as well as one of the biggest fireworks displays in history.1. Which Expo is the bigges

43、t one in history?A. Expo 70 Osaka. Japan.B. Exposition Universelle ParisC. Expo 2010 Shanghai, China.D. New York World Fair New York2. What is the purpose of New York World Fair?A. To attract more inventionsB. To improve the nations economy.C. To display the technological development.D. To share ach

44、ievements with other countries3. What did Expo 70 in Japan feature?A. A piece of rock from spaceB. A rocket in the Apollo 12 mission.C. The cultural heritage from countriesD. The biggest LED screen in the world【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了几个有史以来最大的世界博览会。1.C【解析】细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Expo 2010 goes down as the largest

45、fair in history”可知，2010年上海世博会是历史上规模最大的一届世博会，故C项正确。2.B【解析】细节理解题。根据第一段中的“aimed at relieving the city from economic depression by attracting foreign investment.”可知，纽约世博会的目的是通过吸引外资来缓解国内经济萧条，也就是改善国家经济，故B项正确。3.A【解析】细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Notable exhibitions included a large piece of moon rock that was brought back

46、 from the Apollo 12 mission.”可知，第70届日本世博会的特色是展出了阿波罗12号带回来的一大块月球岩石，故A项正确。Passage6 In addition to being open to opposite opinions, here are some techniques that could help broaden the way you think.Respect DifferenceThe mere presence of individuals from different backgrounds with different points of v

47、iew in your everyday life creates an atmosphere in which people can better respond to change.Change EnvironmentsA change in your everyday life may provide the force needed to change the direction of your thinking. For some people, small changes might help reorganize your desk or take a new route to

48、work, whereas for others, more adjustments are required.Shirt into PositivityUnlike negative emotions that bring about specific reactions, positive emotions prompt us to broaden our attention, explore our environment, and open ourselves to absorbing information. Take a few moments to think about the things in your life that are going well and for which you are grateful; this will automatically brighten your mood-and free your brain.Look as if Youve Never SeenA Zen Buddhist concept for approaching even routine situations as if you were encountering them f