Reading(4)：Thefirstundergroundintheworld.doc

2014-2015届高二英语期末复习能力题训练（二）制作人：缪世丽 邹志娟 审核人：石小萍备课组长： 包科人：一完形填空The New York Times published an article recently that shows great regret for the “death of conversation”. It suggests that while technology such as cell phones, emails, and Internet posting makes us feel more _1_ than ever, theyre also driving us _2_ from people around us. Users get final connectivity _3_ the price of _4_ face-to-face conversation. Sherry Turkle, author of the article in The New York Times says people are _5_ to a different way of being “alone together”Actually, _6_ text messages or wrting microblogs allows us to _7_ thoughts. _8_ bits and pieces of online cannot _9_ a “real conversation.” Lan Guo, 19, a freshman English major from Changsha University, said that she would like to hear peoples tone of voice and see their faces in a(n) _10_. “The give and take of ideas in a conversation sharpens our minds.” she said. She also mentions that _11_ ourselves in mobile technology reduces our chance of starting conversations with strangers and _12_ people. Turkle mentioned the popular _13_ of “I share, therefore I am” among this generation. Liu Xuan, a young writer from Taiwan and psychology graduate from Harvard University, thinks its a mindset adopted by most young people. They are so busy creating or polishing their online persona (网络人格) that they forget how to live a(n) _14_ life. For example, they may _15_ more about blogging about attending a party rather than enjoying being _16_._17_, experts remind us that its unfair to blame mobile technology. Chen Chen, a sociology expert at China Youth & Children Research Center, points out that it is still owners of gadgets, such as cell phones and tablets, whore avoiding personal _18_. We take advantage of these devices to hide ourselves _19_ others. Texting messages or calling may be a(n) _20_ to avoid contact with others, such as having eye contact. “Only by strengthening conversation can we understand each other. Simply throwing away the mobile gadgets is not a solution.” she said.1A. received Bshared Cconnected Drespected2A. off Bback Caway Ddown3A. beyond Bat Cfor Dabove4A. having Brisking Csacrificing Dsharing5A. related Bcommitted Cdevoted Daccustomed6A. sending Bgetting Creading Dtaking7A. change Bexchange Cdeliver Draise8A. So BAnd COr DBut9A. indicate Breplace Ccover Dinvolve10A. conversation Bcomputer Cparty DInternet11A. abandoning Bjoining Cburying Dattaching12A. interviewing Bintroducing Cknowing Dmeeting13A. feeling Bconcept Cfact Dtruth14A. colorful Binteresting Creal Dmeaningful15A. worry Bcare Cask Ddebate16A. there Bout Cdown Din17A. Therefore BAltogether CInstead DHowever18A.information Bspace Ccontact Dmanagement19A. from Bof Cbehind Dunder20A. approach Bsource Cresult Dexcuse二阅读理解 ASince the beginning of the year, smog has covered parts of North China. In January, Beijing saw only five days without smog. The rising PM2.5 readings terrified many people, and some health experts said that whenever the smog gets serious, hospitals receive more patients suffering acute respiratory (呼吸系统) and heart diseases.Later, news of polluted underground water in some provinces scared people who wondered whether the water they drink is safe. So the need to emphasize environmental protection while developing the economy is heard everywhere. Smog is especially a common concern. As a popular online post said, air may be the only thing that is equal for everyone, despite your income or profession. People with higher incomes are able to drink only bottled spring water and eat only organic food by paying higher prices, but they breathe the same air as everyone else.At a meeting on Monday, many representatives have expressed their concerns about the air quality, too. One talked about his experience in Beijing. “After taking a taxi from the capital airport to my hotel, which took about an hour, I washed my nose and found the inside of my nose was black. We should ask ourselves this question: Why do we want to develop? Its for living a better life. Dirty air is definitely not a better life，” he said. China needs to develop its economy and invest (投资) in hightech. Every Chinese has a dream to make China stronger. But without blue sky, clean water and safe food, the achievements in the economy will become meaningless. Space technologies are not to be developed for building a base on Mars so that one day all human beings can move to the red planet because they have destroyed Earth.What the public wants is a strong and beautiful China. The great efforts must be made to promote ecological progress and build a beautiful China. The words have shown the central governments determination to address the environment issue.1The effect of smog doesnt include _.Athe rising of PM2.5 readings Bmore people suffering diseasesCthe increase of peoples income Dpatients increased in hospital2Why has smog become a common concern?ABecause people have to pay higher prices.BBecause nobody can avoid it.CBecause we have to develop industry.DBecause a popular onlinepost discussed it.3To make China stronger we have to develop economy, but _.Awe have to sacrifice air as the price Bthe dirty air is not what we wantCecological progress can be ignored Dthe smog is the only byproduct4From the last two paragraphs we can infer that _.Ahightech can completely solve the problem of pollutionBspace technologies should be developed in a large scaleCwe can move to Mars after the earth has been destroyedDwe must protect the environment while developing economyBYoung people need to understand how our society depends upon scientific and technological advancement and to realize that science is a basic part of modern living. The scientific process and the knowledge produced cannot be considered to be ends in themselves, except for the classic scientists. A student should understand the relation of basic research to applied research, and the connection between technological development and human affairs. More of technology than science will be made necessary in social decisions, but both are important in public policy.The knowledge and methods of science are of little importance if there is no inclination（倾向）to use them properly. An open mind, a desire for accurate knowledge, confidence in the course of seeking knowledge, and the expectation that the solution of problems will come from the use of tested and proven knowledge these are among the “scientific attitudes”.Science instruction should make students learn about career possibilities in technical fields and in science teaching. A continuous effort should be made to encourage those who develop special interests. They should be given opportunities for some direct experience of a professional nature; they should also learn about the extent（范围，程度）of the various fields and how these fields are related to each other. But it is even more important for young people to obtain those skills and abilities that will enable them to take the responsibilities for broadening their own learning.5. According to the first paragraph, young people must _.A. devote themselves to scienceB. depend on science and technology to achieve successC. understand and realize that science is a basic part of modern livingD. be well educated and get more knowledge for our society6. The underlined word “ends” (in Paragraph 1) most probably means “ ”.A. aimsB. processesC. advancesD. conclusions7. Which of the following statements in TURE according to the passage?A. Both technology and science are not important in social decisions.B. Technology is more important than science in social decisions.C. Science is more important than technology in social decisions.D. The knowledge and methods of science are more important than those of technology.8. Which of the following is NOT one of the “scientific attitudes”?A. An open mind.B. A desire for accurate knowledge.C. confidence in the course of seeking knowledgeD. Special interests in technical fields.9. According to the passage, it is more important for young people to _.A. know about career possibilities in technical fieldsB. get more opportunities to broaden their knowledgeC. take the responsibilities of increasing their knowledgeD. gain the skills and abilities for broadening their knowledge三任务型阅读This year, according to the 2013 World Happiness Report, Denmark, Norway, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Sweden have been ranked as the five happiest countries in the world. So why are these countries so happy? Well, according to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OEDC), the Netherlands was ranked as one of the best countries for jobs. Nearly 75% of residents have jobs to do, but they rarely work very long hours, which gives them more time at home to spend with their families. 94% of residents claim if they were ever in trouble, they would be confident in knowing they can turn to someone close to them for help at any time. In this country, colleges and universities are free, and young adults are given the opportunity to pick a career theyre passionate about.People of Switzerland value good work ethics（道德规范）and pride themselves on their ability to save money and spend wisely. Of all the OECD countries, Switzerland has the highest employment rate of 79% for people aged 18 to 65 and the average income per household is around $30,000. Citizens of Switzerland claim they tend to have happier thoughts and experiences over negative ones on a daily basis and feel entirely satisfied with their way of life.In Denmark, the government tries to ensure its residents are happy and healthy. If you lose your job, the government is there to support you for up to four years, covering up to 90% of your expense. In a nation of over five million people, healthcare is free. Its citizens go to college for free and are offered financial aid every month, even if they live at home with their parents. A third of Denmarks residents ride their bikes to get around, making it one of the most environmentally conscious nations.Of all the nations measured, people in Sweden are among the healthiest. This might have something to do with their incredible air and water quality. Residents in Sweden enjoy around five weeks of paid vacation from work each year and understand the importance of spending time with their families. With the free education system, young people are given the chance to decide their future and pursue the career they want.In Norway, people can attend college for free. People of Norway claim they can trust almost anyone and are continually happy with their life choices. The employment rate in Norway is around 75% with a gross（粗略的）pay of $44,000 for full-time employees. If a mother chooses to stay home with her pre-school aged child, shell receive a monthly stipend (津贴) from the government to help support her. Norwegians care much about one another and often treat tourists and visitors in a very warm manner, making them feel at home. Freedom of expression is highly valued in this country and they strive to treat everyone fairly. Five Happiest CountriesParagraph outlinesSupporting detailsThe Netherlandsl Most citizens have jobs and their (1) _ working time allows them to spend time with their families.l Nearly all its citizens are (2) _.l Young adults can have (3) _ to free education and find their jobs easily.Switzerlandl People feel (4) _ that they can save money and spend wisely.l Its high employment rate ensures every family has a high income.l People are quite pleased with their (5) _.Denmarkl (6) _ people will get much financial aid from the government.l People can enjoy free healthcare and college education.l There is strong environmental (7) _ among people.Swedenl People are (8) _ because here air and water are of high quality.l People enjoy about five weeks of paid vacation from work each year and they (9)_ family time.l Young people can attend school for free and have the chance to decide their future.Norwayl A full-time mother with a pre-school aged child can get a monthly stipend from the government.l There are harmonious interpersonal relationships in this country.l People are allowed to express themselves (10) _.2014-2015届高二英语期末复习能力题训练（二）答案一完形填空 15 CCBCD 6-10 ABDBA 1115 CDBCB 1620 ADCAD二阅读理解14 CBBD 59 CABDD三任务型阅读1. short 2. helpful 3. access 4. proud 5. lifestyle(s) 6. Unemployed 7. awareness / consciousness 8. healthy 9. value / treasure 10. freely2014-2015届高二英语期末复习能力题训练（二）答案一完形填空 15 CCBCD 6-10 ABDBA 1115 CDBCB 1620 ADCAD二阅读理解14 CBBD 59 CABDD三任务型阅读1. short 2. helpful 3. access 4. proud 5. lifestyle(s) 6. Unemployed 7. awareness / consciousness 8. healthy 9. value / treasure 10. freely2014-2015届高二英语期末复习能力题训练（二）答案一完形填空 15