江苏高考英语：专题限时检测(十六)+阅读理解A篇送分练(一)

1、英语学习讲义好好努力梦想终会实现-8 -专题限时检测（十六）阅读理解A篇送分练（一）（共5篇，PM时25分钟）Corfu, GreeceCorfu may be well- known for its party atmosphere, but it's beneath the surface of its shiningMediterranean waters that things get really lively.Here, you can put on your diving equipment on the beach and head out into the bay w

2、here you'll find a rock wall reaching to depths of around 30 meters, sheltering a wide variety of impressive wildlife.Normandy, FranceAs one of the most fascinating dive sites in the world, the shores off the coast of Normandy in France offer divers a look into the destruction of the Second Worl

3、d War's most memorable battle.This Normandy dive is a beautiful, yet haunting view into the past, the dark and cloudy waters only adding to the fascinating atmosphere of the location.Lanzarote, SpainOut on the eastern reaches of the Atlantic Ocean, Lanzarote sits inthe Canary Islands and is the

4、finest of the lots when it comes to diving.An active volcanic island. The explosive power of Lanzarote has carved out some truly beautiful landscapes over the years, both above and below the water's surface. Just off the coast of the island, you'll find deep rock walls, caves and trenches; s

5、triking, dramatic andLofoten, Norwayteeming with （遍布）life.Set in the southern reaches of the Arctic Ocean, the waters that surround the Lofoten Islands ofNorway are teeming with life. The Lofoten Islands offer striking your Arctic diving adventure.Beneath the waves, Lofoten is just as magnificent. L

6、argespecies of coral, plants, fishes, crustaceans （甲壳纲动物 ）and jellyfishall call the waters around Lofoten home, making for some trulybreathtaking diving experiences.语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了欧洲四个著名的潜水胜地。scenery as a backdrop to1. Where should people go to enjoy scenery produced by volcanos?A . Lanzarote, S

7、pain.B. Normandy, France.C. Lofoten, Norway.D. Corfu, Greece.解析：选 A 细节理解题。根据 Lanzarote, Spain 部分中的 An active volcanic island. Theexplosive power of Lanzarote has carved out some truly beautiful landscapes ”可知，人们在西班牙的兰萨罗特岛可以欣赏到火山造就的景色。故选A。2. What do the four places have in common?A . They all feature

8、 deep rock walls.B. They are all home to rare wildlife.C. They are all diving destinations.D. They all have some historical background.解析：选 C 细节理解题。根据 Corfu, Greece 部分中的 you can put on your diving equipment on the beach and head out into the bay”, Normandy, France 部分中的 As one of the most fascinating

9、 dive sites in the world ”, Lanzarote, Spain 部分中的 is the finest of the lots when it comes to diving ”和 Lofoten, Norway 部分中的 your Arctic diving adventure“ breathtaking diving experiences”可知，这四个地方的共同之处在于它们都是潜水胜地。故选 C。BThe Kids' FarmWhile kids visit vegetable plots and animal contact areas, they wi

10、ll learn that most of the food we eat every day comes from farms, and that taking care of animals takes time, commitment and knowledge.Kids can see our cows, donkeys, goats, alpacas, pigs, etc. and learn all about looking after farm animals. At the Caring Corral, they will have a chance to touch cow

11、s and donkeys under staff members' supervision.Please Note: Any time you touch an animal there is a risk of spreading germs ( 细菌).Visitors to the Kids' Farm should wash their hands after touching the animals. The Caring Corral is open only when the staff are available; hours are limited. The

12、 Kids' Farm uses pizza to teach kids how many kinds of food grow. Hands- on exhibits show how pizza ingredients go from the farm to the pizza. The Pizza Garden has slice- shaped plots of growing ingredients, including tomatoes, wheat and herbs. The 22- foot-wide Giant Pizza gives kids a place to

13、 play with oversized toppings and each other. During the busier season (beginning in June), a free shuttle picks up visitors in need of a liftat the Kids' Farm and drops them off at Panda Plaza/Bus Lot from 11 a . m. to 6 p. m.语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要讲述了孩子们在参观 Kids' Farm时会有什么收获以及参观时的注意事项。3. What d

14、o visitors need to do before visiting the Caring Corral?A . Wash their hands.B. Make a reservation.C. Check on its opening time.D. Read the instructions on safety.解析：选 C 细节理解题。根据 Please Note 部分中的 The Caring Corral is open only when thestaff are available; hours are limited.”可知，Caring Corral只有在农场员工有空

15、的时候才会开放，而且开放时间是有限制的。由此可知，游客在参观Caring Corral之前需要确认其开放时间。故选Co4. Why does the author write this passage?A . To seek sponsors for the Kids' Farm.* . To provide information about the Kids' Farm.* . To encourage kids to protect plants and animals.* . To show kids how pizza and farms are connected.

16、解析：选B 写作意图题。阅读全文可知，本文主要介绍了孩子们在参观Kids' Farm时可以从中学到什么以及参观时的注意事项。由此可知，作者写作本文就是为了提供一些关于Kids' Farm的信息，故选 B。C（2019 镇江模拟）Over the past few years, smart home tech has become more and more accessible and it's increasingly easy to find that you've bought a product that includes smart home feat

17、ures. So what does a modern smart home look like, and how can you start building one? You could get to start making your home smarter by the following gadgets.ecobee 4signalAlexa or from wherever you are* Measuring both occupancy and temperature, its sensors your ecobee to automatically switch to th

18、e right mode.* It only takes about 30 minutes, thanks to an easy-to-follow installation guide and an in-app step-by-step walkthrough.* Easily adjust temperature using your voice with built- in using your mobile devices.Amazon Smart Plug* Amazon Smart Plug works with Alexa to add voice control.* Sche

19、dule appliances to turn on and off automatically, or control them remotely when you're away.* It's simple to set up and use. Plug it in, open the Alexa app, and start using your voice.The Philips Hue White Smart Bulb* It works with Amazon Alexa to support dimming through voice control.* Sche

20、dule your own custom lighting scenes. Set the smart bulbs to turn on and off at a pre- set time.* To install, simply screw （ 拧紧）the smart bulbs into your desired light location.* Control smart- bulb- equipped lamps and overhead lights via the Philips Hue app.August Smart Lock Pro* It works with Alex

21、a for voice control （Alexa device sold separately）.* Control keyless access. It locks automatically behind you, and unlocks as you approach.* Install it in about 10 minutes with just a screwdriver （ 螺丝刀）.语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了几种家庭智能小物件，以及它们各自的特点和功能。5. What do the four gadgets have in common?A . Usefu

22、l Philips Hue apps.B. Beautiful lighting scenes.C. Easy installation and simple set- up.D. Pleasant temperature.解析：选C 细节理解题。根据 ecobee 4中的第二点；Amazon Smart Plug中的第三点；The Philips Hue White Smart Bulb 中的第三点；August Smart Lock Pro 中的第三点，可知它们都易于安装且设置简单，故选 Co6. This passage is intended to.A . introduce the

23、gadgets of smart homeB. provide advice on home decorationC. compare the gadgets with othersD. show the popularity of the gadgets解析：选A 写作意图题。根据第一段可知，文章旨在介绍几种家庭智能小物件的特点和功能，故选A °（2019苏州模拟）World's best beaches : 2019 TripAdvisor award winnersNO. 1 Clearwater BeachIt lies in America, about a for

24、ty- minute drive west of Tampa. It impressestravelers with two and a half miles of sugar-white sand, crystal-clear waters andgentle Gulf wind. The beach offers calm, shallow water makingit an ideal playground for tourists.*Bargain hotel nearby: Pier House 60 Marina Hotel, from$293 per night*Airfare:

25、 As low as $71 round-trip from ORD (Chicago) to TPA (Tampa)No. 2 Siesta BeachJust south of Sarasota, Siesta Beach on Siesta Key is known for its eight-mile stretch of sugar-fine, quartz-white sand. It's also a great spot for kids to collect seashells and sand dollars.* Bargain hotel nearby: Trop

26、ical Beach Resorts. from$295 per night*Airfare: As low as $238 round-trip from EWR (Newark) to SRQ (Sarasota)No. 3 Ka'anapali BeachAmong the most visited beach in West Maui, this area is a popular spot for quiet relaxation or water sports. It's also famous for the daily cliff diving ceremony

27、 off the beach's northernmost cliffs known as Black Rock.* Bargain hotel nearby: Lahaina Shores Beach Resort, from $289 per night* Airfare: As low as $382 round-trip from SFO (San Francisco) to OGG (Kahului)No. 4 South BeachPeople watching is a great pastime in Miami's SouthBeach, which draw

28、s celebrities and models. Travelers the wide, fine, white sand- covered beaches as well as thesurrounding area, known for wild nightlife and excellent restaurants.* Bargain hotel nearby: Room Mate Lord Balfour, from $264 per night* Great airfare: As low as $107 round-trip from LGA (New York) to MIA(

29、Miami)语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了美国四个很棒的沙滩，包括这四个沙滩的特点、住宿及收费、交通情况及费用等。A. Siesta Beach is different from the other three beaches in thatA . tourists enjoy an exciting sportB. fine sugar-white sand covers itC. many famous persons visit itD. children have more great fun解析：选 D 细节理解题。根据 No.2 Siesta Beach 部分中的 I

30、t's also a great spot for kids tocollect seashells and sand dollars.”可知，该沙滩是个让孩子们收集海贝壳和海胆的好地方，所以孩子们在这里能玩得很开心，而其他三个沙滩没有涉及这一点，故选Do8. How much may they pay at least if Mr.and Mrs. Smith from Chicago visit a beach?A. $364. B. $435. C. $579.D. $657.解析：选 B 细节理解题。 根据 NO.1 Clearwater Beach 部分中的 Bargain

31、hotel nearby: PierHouse 60 Marina Hotel, from$293 per night " "Airfare： As low as $71 round-trip from ORD(Chicago) to TPA (Tampa)”可知，史密斯夫妇二人的飞机交通费最低应当是71X2= 142(美元)，另外酒店费用是每晚293美元起，所以最少应该是293+ 142 =435(美元)。故选B。E(2019徐州、淮安、连云港模拟)IT'S ENOUGH TO MAKE YOU BLUE IN THE FACETime to take a sta

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