高中英语真题-2014届高考英语二轮专题复习提升精选：阅读理解_2312056.pdf

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1、 高中英语真题:2014 届高考英语二轮专题复习提升精选：阅读理解 1.Do you have any skiing equipment you no longer need?A ski school in the far north of could put it to good use.In March we published a photo story about the extraordinary Zsnskar region in northern India，which is cut off from the outside world for more than seven m

2、onths of the year，and only accessible(可通行的)via a frozen riverWe also included information about the limited use of skiing in the region and the recent creation of the :“Despite the difficulties of travelling through the region when the snow comes，skiing hasnt traditionally been used as a means of tr

3、ansport by the locals，largely because trees dont grow here,so there is little in the way of raw materials from which to make skisIn 1995,a group of British scientists in the region noticed the lack of skis and one of them returned to set up the Zanskar Ski School in PadamThe school provides lessons

4、for a small fee and rents skis to the local people.Among the benefits that the school hopes to bring are improved educationchildren often find it difficult to get to school through the deep snowand the possibility of offering ski tours to tourists in the futureSo far，more than 300 local people have

5、received training，and local doctors and policemen regularly borrow skis.”But what we werent able to include in the article is that the ski school is always on the look out for old skiing equipmentparticularly of a size suitable for childrenand,I thought.Now the European ski season is drawing to a cl

6、ose，there might be a few of you out there who have some old equipment youd like to see go to a good homeIf thats the ease you can get in touch with the school via their website www.zanskarski school.org.59.Whats the purpose in writing the text?A.To ask people to give away their skis to the school B.

7、To attract more tourists to the area C.To appeal to more locals to attend the school D.To raise money to develop this area 60.The local people dont use skiing to go about because .A.it is against the local custom B.trees are in the way of the skiing route C.they dont have the wood to make skis D.it

8、is dangerous to go skiing in this region 61 The .A.has donated money to the local community B.makes it easier for the students to attend school C.provides special training to the tourists D.has borrowed many skis from Europe 62.Who would be the most helpful to the school now?A.Locals in Zanskar regi

9、on B.Students in the Zanskar Ski School C.People having old skiing equipment D.Tavellers enjoying skiing 63 What can be the best title for the text?A.An extraordinary region in B.A popular sportskiing C.A good means of transport D.A home for old skis 2.Each year on February 2nd,there is special fest

10、ival called Groundhog Day(土拨鼠日)forecasting event in Punxsutawney,Pennsylvania.When it comes,people from around the world,including 5,000 in the small town today,watch this tongue-twisting(发饶舌的)small town for a sign from one groundhog that supposedly predicts when that years spring will arrive.If its

11、 a cloudy day outside when the groundhog pops from its cave,then spring will arrive early that year.However,if it is sunny outside,the groundhog will supposedly be scared by its own shadow,retreating underground for six more weeks of cold weather.Of course,Punxsutawney Phils prediction is no more ab

12、le to guarantee the extended forecast than your local weatherman.ABC News reports that an analysis by the found that Phils predictions are more often wrong than right.,Philis is also found to have made some unpleasant predictions.Ever since 1887,he has predicted 99 extended winters and just 16 early

13、 springs.Nine of the years predictions were unavailable,according to ABC.The holiday began as a German tradition in 18th century and became even more of a cultural phenomenon after the 1993 film Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray.Punxsutawney Phil has become a celebrity in his own right.Each year,th

14、e fatter animal with long teeth is watched by millions as he emerges from a cave in the town he is named after.Phil has become so beloved by the town that he actually lives in the local library with his“wife Phyllis.Taking inspiration from the hard state of Bill Murrays character in the classic film

15、,Yahoo contributor Owen Rust says Groundhog Day is a good time to reflect on ones routines.55.The underlined word“pops”means“”.A.escapes B.appears C.increases D.hides 56.The reason why Phils predictions arent pleasing is that_.A.Phil likes to make unpleasant predictions B.Phil wants to do that for f

16、un C.some of the predictions were unavailable D.he has predicted more late springs 57.How does Punxsutawney Phil become a celebration?A.By an accident.B.From peoples life improving.C.By his own attractive force D.From much money raised by the town.58.Which is the best title for this passage?A.Ground

17、hog Day weather forecasting B.A German tradition C.A tongue-twisting small town D.The 3.Do you still remember the interesting question:why did the chicken cross the road?To get to the other side.Most people know this joke.But recently,some people have been much more concerned with how the grizzly be

18、ar and mountain lion can cross the road.Millions of animals die each year on US roads,the Federal Highway Administration reports.In fact,only about 80 ocelots,an endangered wild cat exist in the today.The main reason?Road kill.“Ecopassages”may help animals cross the road without being hit by cars.Th

19、ey are paths both over and under roads.These ecopassages can be extremely useful,so that wildlife can avoid human conflicts,said Jodi Hilty of the Wildlife Conservation Society.But do animals actually use the ecopassages?The answer is yes.Paul Beier of found foot marks left by mountain lions on an e

20、copassage that went under a highway.This showed that the lion used the passage.Builders of some ecopassages try to make them look like a natural part of an area by planting trees on and around them.Animals seem to be catching on.Animals as different as salamanders and grizzly bears are using the bri

21、dges and underpasses.The next time you visit a park or drive through an area with a lot of wildlife,look around.You might see an animal overpass!51.The writer uses the example of ocelots to show that _.A.wild animals have become more dangerous B.the driving conditions have improved greatly C.the mea

22、sure for protecting wildlife fails to work D.an increasing number of animals are killed in road accidents 52.From the news story,we know an ecopassage is _.A.an underground path for cars B.a fence built for the safety of the area C.a bridge for animals to get over a river D.a pass for animals to cro

23、ss the road 53.When the writer says that animals seem to be catching on,he means _.A.animals begin to realize the dangers on the road B.animals begin to learn to use ecopassages C.animals are crossing the road in groups D.animals are increasing in number 54.The writer asks visitors and drivers to lo

24、ok around when traveling because .A.wild animals may attack cars B.wild animals may jam the road C.they may see wild animals in the park D.they may see wild animals on ecopassages 4.We find that bright children are rarely held back by mixed ability teaching.On the contrary,both their knowledge and e

25、xperience are enriched.We feel that there are many disadvantages in streaming(把按能力分班)pupils.It does not take into account the fact that children develop at different rates.It can have a bad effect on both the bright and the not-so-bright child.After all，it can be quite discouraging to be at the bott

26、om of the top grade！Besides,it is rather unreal to grade pupils just according to their intellectual(智力的)ability.This is only one aspect of their total personality.We are concerned to develop the abilities of all our pupils to the full,not just their academic ability.We also value personal qualities

27、 and social skills,and we find that mixed-ability teaching contributes to all these aspects of learning.In our classrooms,we work in various ways.The pupils often work in groups:this gives them the opportunity to learn to co-operate,to share,and to develop leadership skills.They also learn how to de

28、al with personal problems as well as learning how to think,to make decisions,to analyze and evaluate,and to communicate effectively in order to have the ability to become leaders.The pupils learn from each other as well as from the teacher.Sometimes the pupils work in pairs；sometimes they work on in

29、dividual tasks,and they can do this at their own speed.They also have some formal class teaching when this is suitable.We encourage our pupils to use the library,and we teach them the skills they need in order to do this efficiently.An advanced pupil can do advanced work：it does not matter what age

30、the child is.We expect our pupils to do their best,not their least,and we give them every encouragement to attain this goal.72.We can know from the passage that the author s attitude towards“mixed-ability teaching”is_.A.approving B.disapproving C.questioning D.inactive 73.The underlined words“held b

31、ack”in Paragraph 1 probably means“_”.A.drawn to their studies B.forced to study in the lower classes C.made to remain in the same classes D.prevented from advancing 74.Which of the following is NOT MENTIONED in the third paragraph?A.Pupils also learn to develop their reasoning abilities.B.Pupils als

32、o learn how to participate in teaching activities C.Group work gives pupils the chance to learn to work together with others.D.Group work supply pupils with the chance to learn to be good organizers.75.The authors purpose in writing this passage is to _.A.offer advice on the proper use of the librar

33、y B.recommend pair work and group work for classroom activities C.argue for teaching bright and not-so-bright pupils in the same class D.tell us the importance of proper formal classroom teaching 5.W Taipei The W Hotel is among the citys big-name luxury(奢华)hotels.Futuristic and fancy,the W Taipeis s

34、etting is reminding you of a Lady Gaga video;perhaps that explains why the singer insisted on staying here on a recent visit.There are eight room types to choose from,with names such as Fabulous and Extreme Wow.They vary wildly in style.,Sect.5,Xin Yi Area Taipei City Hall MRT;+886 2 7703 8888;from

35、NT$8,900(US$299); Grand Hotel If sleeping in landmarks is your thing,the Taipei Grand Hotel is a must.The Grand is an expression of classical Chinese art mixed with Western construction principles.The Grand Hotel is attractive and full of history,but rooms are aging,so dont expect the inside to be a

36、s“grand”as the outside.You can enjoy yourself at a driving range of golf,year-round pools and no fewer than eight restaurants.No.1,Lane 1,Zhongshan N.Road,Section 4 shuttle from Yuan Shan MRT;+886 2 2886 8888;from NT$4,800(US$165);www.grand-hotel.org Dandy Hotel From free drinks and snacks in the lo

37、bby(大堂)to seasonally themed decorations,this hotel takes care of the small touches.But what places the Dandy Hotel above others in the same price category（范围）are views over Da-An Park;theyre reminders of those of New Yorks Central Park.Rooms with views are worth the extra money paid,but book early-t

38、here are only two on each floor.No.33,Sect.3,Dongmen MRT;+886 2 2707 6899;from NT$2,340(US$80);.tw Homey Hostel Taiwanese brother and sister Josh and Kelly make guests feel right at home at this bargain Hostel.According to them,their motive in starting the hostel was to make friends,which is why the

39、y can often be found in the public area chatting with guests.Theres a small kitchen,public computer,free coffee and tea,and luggage storage.1/F,No.7,Lane 180,)Liuzhangli MRT;+886 91900 2116;dorms from NT$500(US$17); 64.May is fan of Lady Gaga,and she may probably stay in _when in.A.W B.Grand Hotel C

40、.Dandy Hotel D.Homey Hostel 65.Which of the following words can best take the place of the underlined word “touches”?A.ways B.details C.senses D.contacts 66.If you are a backpack traveller with a low budget,which would be your best choice?A.W B.Grand Hotel C.Dandy Hotel D.Homey Hostel 67.Which of th

41、e following statements is TRUE according the passage?A.Rooms in the W Hotel are of the similar style but with different fancy names.B.The Taipei Grand Hotel is an excellent mixture of classic and modern construction.C.It is the park-view rooms in the Dandy Hotel that make it quite unique.D.The desir

42、e of helping strangers drives Josh and Kelly to open the Homey Hostel.6.Some novels simply entertain and others contain a powerful message in the story line and characters.In his first novel,A Wind In Montana,Mitch Davies tells a story about young adults and how they accept responsibility for their

43、lives.A Wind in Montana is a great tale of two teenagers,Rory Coleman and Victoria Beach,high school students at the same school,who struggle to make the right decision for themselves.As each of them nears adulthood,they become more concerned with the future and set goals that will bring them happin

44、ess and a sense of achievement.Without any advice from his parents,Rory chooses to pursue(追求)a profession in chemistry,applies for a chemistry scholarship,and determines to do everything he can to achieve it.Along the path,Rory finds that even though he has a plan,there are obstacles(障碍)that could p

45、revent him from realizing his goals.s struggles are different from Rorys.Although her father has decided that she should become a professional musician,has other plans for her life.Together,Rory and Victoria attempt to follow their dreams,despite the obstacles in their paths.A Wind In Montana contai

46、ns a lesson for all teens about to enter adulthood that disappointment and setbacks(挫折)are going to occur no matter how determined they are and that they need to develop skills along the way that will help them deal with them effectively.Mitch Davies book stands out among todays teen books that deal

47、 with imaginary situations.A Wind In Montana is a real story about real people facing real-life situations.Its entertaining and also helps readers think about their own lives and offers various ways to handle situations that may arise.60.According to the passage,both Rory and _.A.get along well with

48、 others B.pursue a profession in chemistry C.follow their parents advice D.have a strong sense of self 61.The third paragraph is mainly about _.A.the popularity of A Wind In Montana B.the content of A Wind in Montana C.Mitch Davies writing style D.Mitch Davies achievements 62.Unlike other teen books

49、,A Wind In Montana _.A.deals with some imaginary situations B.is based on real-life experiences C.focuses on responsibilities teens should take D.discusses the future of young adults 63.The purpose of the passage is _.A.to speak highly of an author B.to report a piece of news C.to review a book D.to

50、 collect materials for a book 2014 届高考英语二轮专题复习提升精选：阅读理解 1.Do you have any skiing equipment you no longer need?A ski school in the far north of could put it to good use.In March we published a photo story about the extraordinary Zsnskar region in northern India，which is cut off from the outside world