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阅读理解专练 版权所有，侵权必究阅读理解专练阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。AIn 2006, young businessman Blake Mycoskie went to Argentina on vacation. He went back to America with a business plan that would help thousands of children. While on vacation, Mycoskie saw children who couldnt afford even one pair of shoes. Their feet suffered cuts, and he wanted to help. He noticed the shoes that Argentinean farmers wore. Inspired by those simple shoes with rope bottoms, he had an idea. Mycoskie wanted to give these children the shoes they needed. He gave his new plan a name - TOMS. For every pair of shoes he sold, he would give a new pair to a needy child. One for one.It was a slap(耳光) in the face to traditional business practices. How could he make a profit by giving so much away? However, he started selling shoes out of his apartment. When he had sold 10,000 pairs of shoes, he returned to Argentina with 10,000 pairs to give away.Although often taken for granted, shoes play an important role. Children without shoes easily injure their feet. They can catch a disease through soil that could make them sick or slow down their growth. Some children cant attend school without shoes because they are part of the uniform.TOMS, together with other charity organizations, continues to find communities that will get benefit. Since that first “shoe drop” in Argentina, TOMS has contributed new shoes to communities in Asia, Africa, and Central and South America.Mycoskies special principle is all about giving. This has attracted a lot of media attention, saving money on marketing. When people hear about TOMS purpose, they buy the shoes and then share the story with a slogan of “shoes for a better tomorrow”.1. When he was on vacation, Blake Mycoskie _. A. created a new kind of shoes with rope bottoms B. wanted to donate money to people in need C. found children suffering from a lack of shoes D. gave 10,000 pairs of shoes to Argentineans2. What are the reactions of other businessmen to TOMS? A. They envied Mycoskie for being able to sell so many shoes. B. They wondered how Mycoskie could manage it. C. They asked Mycoskie to stop doing this immediately. D. They felt sorry for Mycoskies having to give away so much.3. All the following facts show that shoes are important EXCEPT that _. A. they cure diseases caught from soil B. they are part of the school uniform C. they prevent childrens feet from being injured D. children may not grow normally without them4. How can Mycoskie give away so much but still earn money? A. He has a very persuasive slogan. B. He has special principle of giving. C. He has friends working in the media. D. He gets help from the media and customers.BNow many young people are traveling around the world on their own, not because they have no one to travel with, but because they prefer to go alone.Kristina Wegscheider from California first traveled alone when she was at college and believes that it is something everyone should do at least once in their life. “It opens up your mind to new things and pushes you out of your comfort zone.” Wegscheider has visited 46 countries covering all seven continents.In foreign countries, with no one to help you read a map, look after you if you get ill, or lend you money if your wallet is stolen, it is challenging. This is what drives young people to travel alone. It is seen as character building and a chance to prove that they can make it on their own.Chris Richardson decided to leave his sales job in Australia to go traveling last year. He set up a website, The Aussie Nomad, to document his adventures. He says he wished he had traveled alone earlier. “The people you meet, the places you visit, or the things you do, everything is up to you and it forces you to grow as a person,” said the 30-year-old man.Richardson describes traveling alone like “a shot in the arm”, which “makes you a more confident person that is ready to deal with anything”. He said, “The feeling of having conquered（战胜）something on my own is a major part of what drives me each day when Im dealing with a difficult task. I walk around with my head up because I know deep down inside that nothing is impossible if you try.”The great 19th century explorer John Muir once said, “Only by going alone in silence can one truly get into the heart of the wilderness.”5.Which of the following will Kristina Wegscheider agree with? A. Traveling alone is a necessary experience for everyone. B. It is more meaningful to travel in foreign countries. C. It is comfortable to travel around without a friend. D. Traveling abroad helps people to find new things.6. Traveling alone is challenging because _. A. you have to make things on your own B. it is hard for you to prove yourself to others C. you can only depend on yourself whatever happens D. it will finally build your character7. What can we infer about Chris Richardson? A. He started traveling alone at an early age. B. He was once shot in the arm. C. He used to work as a salesman. D. His website inspires others a lot.8.What is the best title for the passage? A. Travel Abroad B. Travel Unaccompanied C. Travel Light D. Travel Wide and FarCBallet NYDancing can provide an outstanding cardiovascular (心血管的) workout, but this week the members of Ballet NY come to Pittshurgh to dance for people whose hearts need help. The performance will benefit the Artificial Heart Program of the Heart, Lung and Esophageal Surgery Institute of UPMC. Ballet NY was founded 10 years ago by former New York City Ballet principal ballerina Judith Fugate and internationally famous dancer Medhi Bahiri, and former members of top dance companies. The performance starts at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Byham Theater, Downtown. Admission: $35$125. The top price includes post-concert coffee and dessert reception with the dancers. Details: 412-453-7777.Classic rock, literallyMannheim Steamroller will bring a breath of “Fresh Air” to the Benedum Center, Downtown, Monday. The band, which blends (交融) classical and rock influences with electronic and ancient instruments, is on the road in its “Fresh Air” tour. The name comes from a series of eight albums with that title. Music begins at 8 p.m. Admission: $40, &50 or $60. Details: 412-456-6666.Expansive endeavorsOutdoors adventure goes beyond fun. It is a way of encountering the weakness of our existence and seeing ourselves as rather small creatures after all. The Banff Mountain Film Festival helps us see that with movies that also are just downright good. Sponsored here by Venture Outdoors, the festival will be at 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the Byham Theatre, Downtown, with different films each night. Admission: $10, or $15 for both nights, in advance; $15 at the door. Details: 412-255-0564.In bloomChildren with spring fever (春倦症) can find an outlet on Saturday at the Frick Art& Historical Center, which is hosting “Green KidsWhats up?” The program brings children aged 4-8 into the garden on Fricks Point Breeze grounds, so that they can see what flowers are coming up in the early spring. The program, which runs 11-11:45 a.m., is free and includes an interactive tour and take-home activity. Meet in the Visitors Center at the Frick, 7227 Reynolds St., Point Breeze. Details: 412-371-0600.9. Where can you enjoy a program free of charge? A.Classical rock, literally.B. Expansive endeavors.C. In bloom. D. Ballet NY.10. If a person with heart problem goes to Ballet NY, he will _. A. enjoy some wonderful dances B. be cured of his illness C. dance on the stageD. drink coffee for free11. If you are a music fan, you should go to _. A. Expansive endeavorsB. Classical rock, literallyC. Ballet NY D. In bloom12. If three adults go straight to the Byham Theatre and buy tickets just before the festival starts, how much will they spend?A. $40.B. $30.C. $45. D. $35.DIn America, seldom do you go anywhere without hearing a principle called WIN-WIN. It sounds strange to me at first because throughout my childhood, I have always been taught to try everything possible to win an upper-hand, rather than to help other people win. However, as time goes by, I have gradually understood the essence (真谛) of WIN-WIN principleit is the attitude of seeking mutual benefit.When I was little, I used to play Chinese checkers (跳棋) which includes two basic tactics (战术): One is to create paths for yourself; the other is to block the passages of your rival. Players may apply these two totally different approaches in the game, but the key for the player to win is to continuously create paths for him even if his opponent may take advantage of it. Finally he can always reach the destination a few steps ahead of the other player. Meanwhile, some player may take another approach to prevent his opponent from moving forward at all costs. In this way, he may get a short-term benefit, but couldnt fix attention on the final goal. Thus, he would never truly develop further.In the 1990s, a strategy called WIN-WIN became widespread in the western world. Its core is to achieve your objective while giving other people some benefits, so there is no real loser. One example of applying the WIN-WIN principle is the voluntary system in the US. Most Americans advocate the spirit of social service and voluntary contribution. In the US, schools and children organizations usually encourage and support kids to be engaged in community service so that the voluntary spirit can be enrooted in their minds from childhood. Moreover, a crucial（决定性的）standard for universities to judge new students is whether they have worked for the community or not.In China, its quite usual that some people are too selfish and never take peoples interests into consideration, while someone who really has courage to do something for the public is often called “foolish” or “stupid”. Actually helping other people can be of great delight for the helper, for he can also learn something crucial for his life such as sympathy, care, devotion, etc. So only if you take other peoples interests into earnest consideration can you assure your own gain.13. The purpose of the author in writing the passage is _.A. to tell us the cultural differences between China and the US.B. to tell us the different educational systems in the US and China.C. to tell us the importance and meaning of WIN-WIN.D. to show that WIN-WIN is popular in the US and China.14. What is the authors attitude towards WIN-WIN?A. Criticism. B. Encouragement. C. Disagreement. D. Doubt.15. The underlined word “enrooted” in the third paragraph means _.A. removed B. furnished C. planted D. influencedEAstronaut Mark Kelly announced today that he is retiring from NASA in order to focus on the recovery of his wife, Gabrielle Giffords.Kelly, who is 47, began his NASA career in 1996. He has traveled to the International Space Station four times and served aboard space shuttles (航天飞机) Endeavour and Discovery. Most recently he was commander of Endeavours final voyage, which ended on June l.“After 25 years of service to our country, I am retiring from the United States Navy and leaving NASA. My retirement will take effect on October l.” he said.“This was no easy decision. Words cannot express my deep gratitude for the opportunities I have been given to serve our great nation. And I have always been proud to be a member of the NASA. Public service has been more than a job for me and for my family. My brother continues to serve in NASA and in the Navy. My parents are retired police officers. And my wife Gabrielle proudly serves in the US House of Representatives.” he continued.“As life takes unexpected turns we frequently come to a crossroads. I am at this point today. Gabrielle is working hard every day on her way to recovery. I want to be by her side. Stepping aside from my work in the Navy and at NASA will allow me to be with her and with my two daughters. I love them all very much and there is no doubt that we will move forward together. After some time off, I will look for new opportunities and Im hopeful that one day I will again serve our country.” Kelly said.On Jan 8, Giffords was shot in the head and was severely injured while meeting with her supporters. She returned to her Tucson home last week for the first time since then.16. Mark Kelly must have been _ when he announced his decision.A. cheerful B. regretful C. peaceful D. meaningful17. Mark Kelly decides to retire from NASA mainly because _ .A. he is tired and hopes for a good restB. he has been offered a better positionC. he hopes to spend more time with his familyD. he was commander of Endeavours final voyage18. We can learn from the passage that_.A. Mark Kelly has already retired from NASAB. Mark Kelly is proud of his wife and his familyC. Gabrielle Griffons is now being treated in hospitalD. Gabrielle Griffons will come back to work soon19. What is the passage mainly about?A. The true love between Mark Kelly and Gabrielle Giffords.B. The recovery of Gabrielle GiffordsC. Mark Kellys career as an astronaut in NASA.D. The unusual experience of Mark Kelly and Gabrielle Giffords. FThe Original London Sightseeing Tour-Hop On Hop Off“When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life, for there is in London all that life can afford. Dr Samuel Johnson 1709-1784.”Duration: 24 hours passWelcome to London and welcome to The Original Tour. Providing more than just a great way to travel around the capital, founded nearly 60 years ago at the time of The Festival of Britain, The Original Tour is now the largest and most popular sightseeing operator in the world.The Original Tour has become set up as the basic introduction to London. You are invited to experience all the magical sights and sounds of London in a comfortable and safe environment.There is a full commentary（讲解）in English and a choice of six other languages on selected routes. Live English speaking guides appear on the yellow route service. Your tour tickets are completely unrestricted（无限制的）. Each route makes frequent stops-simply hop off where want to and return to the same stop to continue your tour.You can relax and enjoy the tour while your children (and everyone elses) are entertained and informed by the highly praised “Kids Club” commentary and their free London activity packs. “Kids Club” is featured on the red route service.Your ticket includes a free Thames River cruise（巡游）.You can choose between a 24 hour river cruise hopper pass OR the 50-minute circular tour depending on the time you have available.20The Original London Sightseeing Tour is .Aa tourist guides organizationBa bus tour company Ca travel magazineDa public transport system21Dr. Samuel Johnsons words are put at the beginning of the advertisement to .Adraw the readers attention Bshow the excellence of the Original London Tour.Ctell the readers about the bright side of LondonDprove the writers opinion22The underlined words hop off means .Atake offBput off Cget offDturn off23Among the following descriptions about The Original Tour, is correct. AThere is a commentary in 7 languages on all the routes offered.BTourists with children had better choose the yellow route.CThere are not English-speaking guides on all the routes.DA ticket holder can take either a 24-hour or 50-minute cruise for free.GWe all know what it is like to be unable to turn your head because of a cold in the muscles (肌肉) of your neck, or because an unexpected twist（扭曲）has made your neck ache. The slightest move makes you jump with pain. Nothing could be worse than a pain in the neck.That is why we use the phrase to describe some people who give you the same feeling. We have all met such people.One is the man who always seems to be clapping his handsoften at the wrong timeduring a performance in the theater. He keeps you from hearing the actors.Even worse are those who can never arrive before the curtain goes up and the play begins. They come hurrying down to your row of seats. You are comfortably settled down, with your hat and heavy coat in your lap. You must stand up to let them pass. You are proud of yourself-control after they have settled into their seatsWell, what nowGod, one of them is up again. He forgot to go to the mens room, and once more you have to stand up, hanging on to your hat and coat to let him pass. Now, that is “a pain in the neck”.Another, wellknown to us all, is the person sitting behind you in the movies. His mouth is full of popcorn (爆米花); he is chewing loudly, or talking between bites to friends next to him. None of them remain still. Up and down, back and forth, they gofor another bag of popcorn, or something to drink.Then, there is the man sitting next to you at lunch, smoking. He wants you to enjoy it too, and blows smoke across your food into your mouth.We must not forget the man who comes into a bus or subway and sits down next to you, just as close as you will let him. You are reading the newspaper and he gets closer so that he can read the paper with you. He may even turn the paper to the next page before you are ready for it.We also call such a person a “rubber neck”, always getting close to where it does not belong, like neighbors who watch all your visitors. They enjoy learning about your personal business. People have a strong dislike for “rubber necks”. They hate being watched secretly.24. According to the pa