【高考专题辅导】湖南省2014版高考英语 专题检测卷(三十四)阅读简答

1、 阅读简答建议用时：20 分钟Directions:Read the following passage. Answer the questions according to the informationgivenin the passage.1Most people agree that the direct, assertive(坚决自信的)American personality is a virtue,but it sometimes surprises foreigners. In many cultures, respect for older people or those i

2、npositions of authority keeps others from expressing their true feelings. But in the US, childrenoften argue with their parents, students may disagree with their teachers, and citizens mayexpress opposition to the actions of the government. If the soup has a fly in it or the meatis too tough to chew

3、, the diner can complain to the waiter; if the boss makes a mistake, an employeewill politely point it out.Some straight talk about the American character must include the admission that Americanshave their faults. The extremely competitive nature of Americans is probably their worst fault.Of course

4、, competition isnt always bad. As a matter of fact, it promotes excellence byencouraging individuals and businesses to try to do their best. But the desire to get ahead ofothers sometimes causes people to do things that are unkind and evendishonest. Also, Americansadmire what is practical, fast, eff

5、icient, and fresh. Sometimes they fail to understand andappreciate practices that have greater respect for more traditional, leisurely ways of doingthings. On the other hand, people from other cultures may dislike the practical, challengingAmerican lifestyle.Despite culture differences, most foreign

6、ers give Americans credit for their virtues.Americans are generally viewed as friendly, adaptable, energetic, and kindhearted. Most newcomersto the US like Americans, and the feeling is usually mutual. Perhaps the greatest American virtueis a deep interest in new ideas and new people. In a nation of

7、 immigrants, the foreigner doesnot remain anoutsiderfor long.1. Find a word in the passage with the closest meaning to the underlined word in the last paragraph._2. What do most foreigners think of Americans? (No more than 9 words)- 1 - / 4 _3. Why is the extremely competitive nature considered as o

8、ne of American faults? (No more than10 words)_4. What does the passage mainly talk about? (No more than 5 words)_2Software developed by an Israeli company could help concerned parents protect their childrenfrom possible dangers online.The software from United Parents, which can be downloaded for fre

9、e onto the childs computer,sends parents a warning by email or text message when doubtful relationships or activities arediscovered.A computer analyzes(分析)childrens interactions on Facebook and within 10 days the servicewill also be able to follow interactions over MSN Messenger. “Parents probably k

10、now about oneor two email accounts or nicknames the child uses but often there are other accounts they dontknow about, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Hanan Lavy said. “We give the parents theinformation and they choose what to do with it. When doubtful interactions are discovered,a warning w

11、ill direct parents to United Parentswebsite where they can get more informationand advice about what to do next. Lavy said the service protects childrens privacy more thanother products that save chat content and screen captures and require parents to look throughmasses of information. United Parent

12、s does not share with parents private content and dialogues,only the analysis done by a computer.A Consumer Reports survey released in May found that millions of children use Facebook withoutsupervision, exposing themselves to serious threats from potential dangers online. Lavy, whowas head of resea

13、rch and development at Mercury, started United Parents after he saw the riskyonline behavior of a relative. “I thought the methods available were so unhelpful. I wantedthe option of building a community where parents can help other parents, he said.- 2 - / 4 Though many of the products available are

14、 from small players such as United Parents, largecompanies such as Intel Corps McAfee are entering the market.1. How does the software make parents aware of their childrens doubtful relationships oractivities? (No more than 9 words)_2. Why do you think some children dont want their parents to know a

15、bout all their accountsor nicknames? (No more than 10 words)_3. What is the purpose of Lavys starting United Parents? (No more than 10 words)_4. What is the main idea of the passage? (No more than 10 words)_答案解析1答案:1. Newcomer.2. They view them as/ They think they are friendly, adaptable, energetic and kindhearted.3. Because it may sometimes urge/cause people to do something bad.4. It talks about American characters. / Its about American characters.2- 3 - / 4 答案:1. By sending parents a warning email or text massage.2. Because they want to keep so