浙江省2012高考英语二轮复习专题训练：阅读理解(21).doc

浙江省2016高考英语专题训练：阅读理解阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中，选出最佳选项。 AAt first, the earths surface layer (层 ) was made up of huge blocks of hard, solid rocks. There slowly, the rocks broke up into smaller and smaller pieces. Finally stones, pebble(卵石) and grains of sand were formed. Many sorts of plants and animals lived and died on the surface of the earth. They remain mixed up with the stones, pebbles and formed soil. The outmost layer of the earth is soil.There are many ways in which large pieces of rock break into smaller ones. Wind, water, heat and cold help to break up rocks. When winds blow grains of sand against a large rock for a long time, the softer layer of the rock are slowly worn away. These leave holes and crack(裂缝) in the rock, which become bigger and finally the rock breaks up into smaller pieces.The moving water of streams and rivers also help to break up rocks. As the water moves along, it carries with it small pieces of rock. These rub the larger ones. Thus, the larger rocks are worn down to smaller pieces. The heat of the sun also help to breaking up rocks. When the sun shines, the rocks become very hot. If these rocks are suddenly cooled, they may crack. Ice also plays a part in making soil. Water in the cracks can turn into ice in cold weather. As this happens, it becomes bigger and cracks become wider, and finally break into smaller pieces.1According to the passage, soil_Aforms very slowly Bis a mixture of stones, pebbles and sand etcCmakes up the layers of the earth Dis becoming smaller and smaller2Which of the following speeds up the break of rocks most? AHot weather BCold waterCSharp changes in temperature DMore dead plants in the cracks3. What does the underlined word in Paragraph One mean? A the first layer of the surface B the furthest layer C .the middle layer D the thinnest layer4Which of the following is NOT true?AThe remains of many plants of animals formed soilBIf a large rock never moves, it will never break upCEven if a large rock never moves, it will break upDIce in the cracks helps to break up rocks,5The best title for this passage should be _ .ASoil from Rocks BWays to Break up RocksCSoil on die Earth DSoil, Outmost Layer of the Earth BMany people influenced various aspects of my life, based on their personal characteristics, accomplishments, and values. I have been fortunate to have had numerous teachers and professors who I respect for their patience and intelligence. There are artists that have inspired me by their natural talents and original creativity. I value many political leaders, who have inspired me by their contributions to society, and their ability to change our futures. But of all the people I have known in my life, the person I admire most is my father. As the youngest girl in my family, I always considered myself to be “Daddys little girl”. While I grew up, it always made me sad to see so many of my friends and neighbors without a father or father-like figure around. This helped me appreciate how my father always takes an interest in his childrens lives. In every aspect of my life my father continuously pushes me to excel, so I could accomplish my work outstandingly among my people. Whenever I feel like giving up, or have a question or a concern, I know I can always call on him for advice. From him I have also learned that sometimes you have to put others needs ahead of your own, but you should make sure you are not taken advantage of by others. His strength seems to be unbreakable during hard times, and he is extremely determined to accomplish anything he sets his mind on, no matter how tiny it is. I highly respect him for how he stands up for what he believes in, and will never back down. I have always admired his open mind, compassion for people, and sense of understanding. He is a very reserved man, but to everybodys surprise, he has a great sense of humor, and always knows how to put a smile on the faces of his wife, his children and his friends. Living in his affection and instruction, I am very proud of my father. He also professes how proud he is of his children, and is still there to support us in whatever we are involved in. 66. What is the best title for the passage? A. How my father loved meB. My fatherthe person I admire mostC. I am the apple on my fathers palm D. My fatherthe one who influenced me most7. Which of the following could not be used to describe the authors father? A. Considerate and humorous B. Affectionate and open-mindedC. Knowledgeable and sociableD. Energetic and helpful8. Which of the following can best explain the underlined word “excel”?A. Do better than others.B. Show off.C. Be cleverer than others.D. Keep healthy9. According to the underlined part, the father was telling the author to _. A. try to be good to those who were worth making friends withB. try to take advantage of those who were friendly to herC. think about others and help them, so that she could make them serve herD. think about others and help them, but not to be made use of in a negative way10. What can we infer about the author? A. She appreciated her father because he solved all the problems for her. B. She considered her father humorous and was often made to laugh by him. C. She had sympathy(认同) for the fatherless. D. She was outstanding in work because her father pushed her hard.C“Image is everything.” An entire industry has been built upon the assumption that image is everything, but when it comes down to it, an appealing image is not enough. If there is no substance(事实) behind the image, the product, service or person will fail eventually.First of all, one should consider how important image is in the selling of products and services. Advertising agencies have raised the art of creating an image to a state of near perfection. Public concept of that product or service is certainly managed by the images created by the advertising agencies. But if the product or service does not live up to the image that was created, the customer will be very dissatisfied and possibly ask for their money back. For example, the Arthur Andersen accounting firm had spent decades building up an image of trustworthiness. But the recent scandal (丑闻) showed that behind that image, it cheated in business practices. Despite the previous positive image, the firm is being accused of criminal actions and it will probably not survive as a business unit. Although the image had been nearly perfect, the reality behind the image has led to the downfall of the world famous accounting firm.Similarly, personal advisers can build up a public image for politicians and movie stars. Putting out positive news releases, making sure that only the best photographs are published, and ensuring that the person is seen in all the right places can build up a very positive image in the view of the general commons. But once again, history is filled with examples of both politicians and movie stars that fell from grace like the story of the Hollywood actor giving in to the pressures of fame and fortune. With people, just as with products and services, image is certainly important, but without positive substance behind the image, failure is close.To summarize, it is clear that an appealing image is extremely important to success, whether that image is related to selling a product or service or to the “selling” of a person. But image is only half of the equation. What lies behind that image is every bit as important as the image itself the person or product must deliver on that image or there is little chance for long-term success.11. The downfall of the Arthour Andersen accounting firm is due to _.A. its dishonesty in business B. its previous images C. its bad management D. its poor service12. Why did some famous people fall from grace?A. Their images were not well built up B. They failed to live up to their images.C.They felt much pressure from the public D. They paid little attention to fame and fortune. 13.The structure of the passage is _.A: ArgumentP: PointC: Conclusion14. The author tries to argue that _.A. image creates everything B. image is the key to successC. truth is unlikely ever to be equalled D. truth and image are equally importantDAt Denver there was an crowd of passengers into the coaches（车厢） on the eastbound B. & M. express. In one coach there sat a very pretty young woman dressed in elegant taste and surrounded by all the luxurious comforts of an experienced traveler. Among the newcomers were two young men, one of handsome presence with a bold, frank face expression and manner; the other a ruffled, glum-faced person, heavily built and roughly dressed. The two were handcuffed（拷上手铐） together.As they passed down the aisle of the coach the only available seat offered was a reversed one facing the attractive young woman. Here the linked couple seated themselves. The young womans glance fell upon them with a distant, swift disinterest; then with a lovely smile brightening her face and a tender pink tingeing（稍加染色，影响） her rounded cheeks, she held out a little gray-gloved hand. When she spoke her voice, full, sweet, and deliberate, proclaimed that its owner was accustomed to speak and be heard.Well, Mr. Easton, if you will make me speak first, I suppose I must. Dont you ever recognize old friends when you meet them in the West?The younger man aroused himself sharply at the sound of her voice, seemed to struggle with a slight embarrassment which he threw off instantly, and then clasped her fingers with his left hand.Its Miss Fairchild, he said, with a smile. Ill ask you to excuse the other hand; its otherwise engaged just at present.He slightly raised his right hand, bound at the wrist by the shining bracelet to the left one of his companion. The glad look in the girls eyes slowly changed to a bewildered horror. The glow faded from her cheeks. Her lips parted in a vague（含糊，犹豫）, relaxing distress. Easton, with a little laugh, as if amused, was about to speak again when the other forestalled him. The glum-faced man had been watching the girls face expression with veiled glances from his keen, shrewd eyes.Youll excuse me for speaking, miss, but, I see youre acquainted with（认识，熟悉） the officer here. If youll ask him to speak a word for me when we get to the pen（围栏，监狱） hell do it, and itll make things easier for me there. Hes taking me to Leavenworth prison. Its seven years for cheating.Oh! said the girl, with a deep breath and returning color. So that is what you are doing out here? An officer!My dear Miss Fairchild, said Easton, calmly, I had to do something. Money has a way of taking wings with itself, and you know it takes money to keep step with our crowd in Washington. I saw this opening（通道） in the West, and-well, an officer isnt quite as high a position as that of ambassador, but-The ambassador, said the girl, warmly, doesnt call any more. I neednt ever have done so. You ought to know that. And so now you are one of these brave Western heroes, and you ride and shoot and go into all kinds of dangers. Thats different from the Washington life. You have been missed from the old crowd.The girls eyes, fascinated, went back, widening a little, to rest upon the glittering handcuffs.Dont you worry about them, miss, said the other man. All officers handcuff themselves to their prisoners to keep them from getting away. Mr. Easton knows his business.Will we see you again soon in Washington? asked the girl.Not soon, I think, said Easton. My butterfly days are over, I fear.I love the West, said the girl irrelevantly. Her eyes were shining softly. She looked away out the car window. She began to speak truly and simply without the gloss of style and manner: Mamma and I spent the summer in Denver. She went home a week ago because father was slightly ill. I could live and be happy in the West. I think the air here agrees with me. Money isnt everything. But people always misunderstand things and remain stupid-Say, officer, shouted the glum-faced man. This isnt quite fair. Im needing a drink, and havent had a smoke all day. Havent you talked long enough? Take me in the smoker now, wont you? Im half dead for a pipe.The bound travelers rose to their feet, Easton with the same slow smile on his face.I cant deny a require for tobacco, he said, lightly. Its the one friend of the unfortunate. Good-bye, Miss Fairchild. Duty calls, you know. He held out his hand for a farewell.Its too bad you are not going East, she said, reclothing herself with manner and style. But you must go on to Leavenworth, I suppose?Yes, said Easton, I must go on to Leavenworth.The two men sidled down the aisle into the smoker.The two passengers in a seat near by had heard most of the conversation. Said one of them: That officer is a good sort of man. Some of these Western fellows are all right.Pretty young to hold an office like that, isnt he? asked the other.Young! exclaimed the first speaker, why-Oh! Didnt you catch on? Say-did you ever know an officer to handcuff a prisoner to his right hand?15.From the first three paragraphs, we know that_A. the two young were seated opposite to the youn