广东省惠州市2016高考英语二轮复习 阅读理解选练(4).doc

阅读理解二轮选练（4）阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A,B,C或D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。We once had a poster competition in our fifth grade art class.“You could win prizes, “ our teacher told us as she wrote the poster information on the blackboard. She passed out sheets of construction paper while continuing, “The first prize is ten dollars. You just have to make sure that the words on the blackboard appear somewhere on your poster. “ We studied the board critically. Some of us looked with one eye and held up certain colors against the blackboard, rocking the sheets to the right or left while weconjured up our designs. Others twisted their hair around their fingers or chewed their erasers while deep in thought. We had plans for that ten-dollar grand prize, each and every one of us. Im going to spend mine on candies, one hopeful would announce, while another practiced looking serious, wise and rich. Everyone in the class made a poster. Some of us used parts of those fancy paper napkins, while others used nothing but colored construction paper. Some of us used big designs, and some of us preferred to gather our art tidily down in one corner of our poster and let the space draw the viewers attention to it. Some of us would wander past the good students desks and then return to our own projects with a growing sense of hopelessness. It was yet another grown-up trick of the sort they seemed especially fond of, making all of us believe we had a fair chance, and then alwaysalwaysrewarding the same old winners. I believe I drew a sailboat, but I cant say that with any certainty. I made it. I admired it. I determined it to be the very best of all of the posters I had seen, and then I turned it in. Minutes passed.No one came along to give me the grand prize, and then someone distracted me, and I probably never would have thought about that poster again. I was still sitting at my desk, thinking, What poster? when the teacher gave me an envelope with a ten-dollar bill in it and everyone in the class applauded for me. 1. What was the teachers requirement for the poster? A. It must appear in time.B. It must be done in class.C. It must be done on a construction sheet.D. It must include the words on the blackboard.2. The underlined phrase in paragraph 3 most probably means.A. formed an idea for B. made an outline forC. made some space for D. chose some colors for3. After the teachers words, all the students in the class.A. looked very serious B. thought they would be richC. began to think about their designs D. began to play games4. After seeing the good students designs, some students.A. loved their own designs more B. thought they had a fair chanceC. put their own designs in a corner D. thought they would not win the prize5. We can infer from the passage that the author.A. enjoyed grown-up tricks very much B. loved poster competitions very muchC. felt surprised to win the competition D. became wise and rich after the competition【参考答案】1-5、 DACDC【广东省2012届高三考前冲刺卷(八)】CThe French word renaissance means rebirth.It was first used in 1855 by the historian Jules Michelet in his History of France，then adopted by historians of culture，by art historians，and eventually by music historians，all of whom applied it to European culture during the 150 years spanning 14501600.The concept of rebirth was appropriate to this period of European history because of the renewed interest in ancient Greek and Roman culture that began in Italy and then spread throughout Europe.Scholars and artists of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries wanted to restore the learning and ideals of the classical civilizations of Greece and Rome.To these scholars this meant a return to humanas opposed to spiritual values.Fulfillment in lifeas opposed to concern about an afterlifebecame a desirable goal，and expressing the entire range of human emotions and enjoying the pleasures of the senses were no longer frowned on.Artists and writers now turned to secular(不朽的)as well as religious subject matter and sought to make their works understandable and appealing.These changes in outlook deeply affected the musical culture of the Renaissance periodhow people thought about music as well as the way music was composed，experienced，discussed，and circulated.They could see the architectural monuments，sculptures(雕塑)，plays，and poems that were being rediscovered，but they could not actually hear ancient musicalthough they could read the writings of classical philosophers，poets，essayists，and music theorists that were becoming available in translation.They learned about the power of ancient music to move the listener and wondered why modern music did not have the same effect.For example，the influential religious leader Bernardino Cirillo expressed disappointment with the learned music of his time.He urged musicians to follow the example of the sculptors，painters，architects，and scholars who had rediscovered ancient art and literature.The musical Renaissance in Europe was more a general cultural movement and state of mind than a specific set of musical techniques.Furthermore，music changed so rapidly during this century and a halfthough at different rates in different countriesthat we cannot define a single Renaissance style.36What is the passage mainly about?AThe musical compositions that best illustrate the developments during the European Renaissance.BThe musical techniques that were in use during the European Renaissance.CThe European Renaissance as a cultural development that included changes in musical style.DThe ancient Greek and Roman musical practices used during the European Renaissance.37The underlined word “now” in Paragraph 1 refers to _.A1855Bthe period of the RenaissanceCtile time of the classical civilizations of Greece and RomeDthe time at which the author wrote the passage38It can be inferred from the passage that thinkers of the Renaissance were seeking a rebirth of _.Aspirituality in everyday lifeBcommunication among artists across EuropeCa cultural emphasis on human valuesDreligious themes in art that would accompany the traditional secular themes39What can be inferred about the music of ancient Greece and Rome?AIts effect on listeners was described in a number of classical texts.BIt was played on instruments that are familiar to modern audiences.CIt expressed more different ideals than classical sculpture，painting and poetry.DIt had the same effect on Renaissance audiences as it had when originally performed.40According to the passage，why was Bernardino Cirillo disappointed with the music of his time?AIt did not contain enough religious themes.BIt had little emotional impact on audiences.CIt was not complex enough to appeal to musicians.DIt was too dependent on the art and literature of his time.36C主旨大意题。全文主要讲述了欧洲文艺复兴的发展，其中以音乐风格的变化为主要例证。37B词义猜测题。讲述故事时用now表示“那时，当时”，即故事发生的时候。38C推理判断题。根据第一段第五句“To these scholars this meant a return to humanas opposed to spiritual values.”可知，文艺复兴时期的思想家寻求的是对人的价值的重视。39A推理判断题。根据第二段的“.although they could read the writings of classical philosophers，poets，essayists，and music theorists that were becoming available in translation.They learned about the power of ancient music to move the listener and wondered why.”可推知选A。40D推理判断题。从第二段最后的描述中可以看出，Bernardino Cirillo对他那个时代中的模仿的音乐非常失望，敦促音乐家来向古代雕塑家、画家、建筑师和学者学习，这说明他认为他那个时代的音乐依赖性太强。【广东省2012届高三考前冲刺卷(八)】DThe high school prom is the first formal social event for most American teenagers.It has also been a rite(仪式) of passage for young Americans for nearly a century.The word “prom” was first used in the 1890s，referring to formal dances in which the guests of a party would display their fashions and dancing skills during the evenings grand march.In the United States，parents and educators have come to regard the prom as an important lesson in social skills.Therefore，proms have been held every year in high schools for students to learn proper social behavior.The first high school proms were held in the 1920s in America.By the 1930s，proms were common across the country.For many older Americans，the prom was a modest，homegrown affair in the school gymnasium.Promgoers were well dressed but not fancily dressed up for the occasion：boys wore jackets and ties and girls their Sunday dresses.Couples danced to music provided by a local amateur band or a record player.After the 1960s，and especially since the 1980s，the high school prom in many areas has become a serious exercise in excessive consumption，with boys renting expensive tuxedos and girls wearing designer gowns.Expensive cars were hired to drive the promgoers to big restaurants or discos for an allnight celebrationsWhether simple or lavish，proms have always been more or less upsetting events for adolescents who worry about selfimage and fitting in with their peers.Prom night can be a fearful experience for socially awkward teens or for those who do not secure dates.Since the 1990s，alternative proms have been organized in some areas to meet the needs of particular students.For example，proms organized by and for homeless youth were reported.There were also “couplefree” proms to which all students are welcome.41In what way are high school proms significant to American teenagers?AThey are part of the graduation ceremony.BThey are occasions for teens to show off their wealth.CThey are important events for teenagers to learn social skills.DThey are formal events in which teens share their fearful experiences.42Which best expresses the main idea of the third paragraph?AProper social behavior must be observed by promgoers.BProms held in earlier times gave less pressure to teenagers.CProms are regarded as important because everyone dresses up for the occasion.DThe prom has changed from a modest event to an expensive party over the years.43According to the text，what led to alternative proms?ANot all students behaved well at the proms.BProms were too serious for young promgoers.CTeenagers wanted to attend proms with their dates.DStudents with special needs did not enjoy conventional proms.44Which is true according to the text?AUnconventional proms have been organized since the 1990s.BIn the 1980s，proms were held in local churches for teenagers to attend.CProms have been a significant event in American high schools since the 1930s.DIn the 1890s，high school proms were allnight social events.45Which of the following is suggested but not clearly stated?AMany high school students attend proms together with their lovers.BThe first high school proms were held in the 1920s in America.CProm night can be a fearful experience for socially awkward teens.DThe high school prom is the first formal social event for most American teenagers.41C根据第一段首句和第二段末句可知答案。42D第三段主要讲述了proms由简朴到奢华的发展过程。43D答案依据在文章末段。因为传统proms给部分学生带来心理压力，故催生了一些替代形式。44C20世纪90年代之前，不论简朴还是豪华，proms都属传统型的(conventional)，后来才产生了非传统型的，据此排除A项；全文提到的proms的举办场地有学校体育馆、大饭店等，但没有一处提到church，故排除B；第三段说自20世纪30年代proms普及以来，中学生及家长越来越重视，将其看作中学生重大社交活动。据此可确认答案为C；根据第二段可知，19世纪90年代prom还只是成人间的社交舞会，根本未进入学校，故排除D。45A第三段首句、第四段第二句和第一段首句分别明确而具体地交代了B、C、D选项中的信息，只有选项A中的信息在第四段中有暗示“who do not secure dates”，此处的“dates”指约会的恋人。阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A,B,C或D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。I suddenly heard an elephant crying as though frightened. Looking down, I immediately recognized that something was wrong, and ran down to the edge of the near bank. There I saw Ma Shwe with her three-month-old calf struggling in the fast-rising water, and it was a life-and-death struggle. Her calf was floating and screaming with fear. Ma Shwe was as near to the far bank as she could get, holding her whole body against the rushing water, and keeping the calf pressed against her huge body. Every now and then the rushing water would sweep the calf away. There was a sudden rise in the water and the calf was washed clean over the mothers body and was gone. Ma Shwe turned quickly to reach it and pressed the calf with her head and trunk against the rocky bank. Then with a huge effort, she picked it up in her t