2017届四川省汉源县高考英语一轮复习阅读理解训练：2（含答案）

　　四川汉源县2017高考英语阅读理解一轮编选

　　阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项。

　　The first tape recorder didn’t use tape. It used long thin wire. It was invented in 1900 by Valdermar Poulsen. In 1930, German scientists invented the tape we use today. Back then the tape was on big rolls. In 1964 the Philips company in Holland invented the cassette. It’s pretty much a holder for the tape. People use cassettes all over the world. If you don’t have a cassette recorder, borrow one.

　　Think of a book your parents read out loud to you. That might be a great book to read out loud to your mom or dad in their car. Put a cassette in the recorder, open the book, hit the record button and start reading out loud.

　　Remember there is no such a thing as a wrong way to do this. You might think you’ve made a mistake, but this gift is part of you, and nothing about that can be a mistake. It’s impossible.

　　You get to be all artistic and creative here. You might want to play music in the background. Do whatever you want. The gift is you, so you decide. Remember to say “I love you”at the end of your reading. That’s like the prize at the end of the book.

　　1. Why does the author mention the history of tape recorders in Paragraph 1?

　　A. To inform readers of new inventions. B. To lead into his following suggestion.

　　C. To give an example of his suggestion. D. To show the importance of tape recorders

　　2. What does the author advise us to do?

　　A. To read a book to our parents in their car

　　B. To ask our parents to record a book.

　　C. To make a gift for our parents.

　　D. To practice reading out loud.

　　3. Why does the author say it is impossible to make a mistake in Paragraph 3?

　　A. Because the tape shows your true love.

　　B. Because it’s easy to use a tape recorder.

　　C. Because the music is what your parents like.

　　D. Because it’s impossible to find a mistake in the book.

　　参考答案、B C A

　　2016高考英语阅读理解集训阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项。

　　The modern world is full of useful objects that were invented by someone, from spoons and

　　chopsticks in our kitchens to the Ipads in our handbags Each invention is an example of the creative

　　power of the human mind.

　　Where do inventors get their inspirations(灵感)? The inspiration behind

　　each of these inventions varies.

　　Take the shopping cart as an example. Sylvan Goldman was a grocery store owner. Like most

　　businessmen, he wished that his customers would buy more so that he could make more money. He

　　knew山at if they could carry more goods easily as they were shopping,山en his sales would go up.

　　While thinking about the problem one night, he had an idea. Working with a local handyman named

　　Fred Young, he designed the first shopping cart. Today, retailers who use shopping carts sell more goods and make more profits.

　　Nature has also inspired inventors throughout history. This is what happened to George de

　　Mestral one day. While hunting with his dog in the Swiss Alps, he noticed how the burs(剌球) of

　　certain plants stuck to his clothing and to his dog' s fur. After examining them under a microscope,

　　he found they had tiny hooks that could easily stick to the fibers of clothing or animal hide. For the

　　next ten years, George de Mestral searched for the hest way to produce his idea. The result of his original inspiration was Velcro, which is used in many modem objects, including sportswear, shoes, automobiles, and even space suits.

　　These examples show us that there are at least two possible inspirations for human Creativity in

　　the world of inventions - profit and nature.

　　No doubt, the future will continue to breathe new life into the economies of the world with fresh ideas and inventions. How many of their creations will be inspired by natural phenomena? The world's problems require creativity and we can expect best solutions from future generations.

　　25.

　　Why did sales go up in Sylvan Goldman's grocery store after he began providing shopping carts?

　　A. Because grocery stores without shopping carts made less money

　　B. Because he lowered the prices of his goods.

　　C. Because customers liked the shopping cart’s creative design.

　　D. Because customers were able to carry more items when shopping.

　　26. According to the article, which invention shows how nature inspires us?

　　A. The bur.

　　B. The shopping cart.

　　C. Velcro.

　　D. Spoon.

　　27. Which of the following statements would the author most likely disagree with?

　　A. The future does not promise many useful inventions.

　　B. There are many intereting inventions in the world today

　　C. Companies often

　　invent things out of profit.

　　D. Nature inspires creativity.

　　参考答案25—27、D CA

　　【陕西省西北工业大学附属中学2017第六次模拟】B

　　阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A,B,C,D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。

　　This place was darker than I expected, and, in spite of the rain, dirtier. Used to the life of rural Puerto Rico(波多黎各), I had to adjust to the similarly arranged, aggressive two-dimensionality of New York. Everywhere I looked, my eyes met gray and brown straight-edged buildings with sharp corners and deep shadows. Every few blocks there was a cement(水泥) playground surrounded by chain-link fence.

　　A girl came out of the building next door, a jump rope in her hand, and she hopped over. “Are you Hispanic?” she asked. “No, I’m Puerto Rican.” “Same thing. Puerto Rican, Hispanic. That’s what we are here.” She skipped a tight circle, stopped abruptly, and shoved the rope in my direction. “Want a turn?”

　　“Sure.” I hopped on one leg, then the other. “So, if you’re Puerto Rican, they call you Hispanic?”

　　“Yeah. Anybody who speaks Spanish.”

　　I jumped a circle, as she had done, but faster. “You mean, if you speak Spanish, you’re Hispanic?”

　　“Well, yeah. No . . . I mean your parents have to be Puerto Rican or Cuban or something.”

　　“Okay, your parents are Cuban, let’s say, and you’re born here, but you don’t speak Spanish. Are you Hispanic?”

　　“I guess so,” she finally said. “It has to do with being from a Spanish country. I mean, you or your parents, like, even if you don’t speak Spanish, you’re Hispanic, you know?” She looked at me uncertainly. But I didn’t know. I’d always been Puerto Rican, and it hadn’t occurred to me that in New York I’d be someone else.

　　Later, I asked. “Are we Hispanics, Mami?” “Yes, because we speak Spanish.” “But a girl said you don’t have to speak the language to be Hispanic.” “What girl? Where did you meet a girl?” “Outside. She lives in the next building.” “Who said you could go out to the sidewalk? This isn't Puerto Rico. Something could happen to you.”

　　I listened to Mami’s lecture with depressed eyes and the necessary respect. But inside, I quaked. Two days in New York, and I’d already become someone else. It wasn’t hard to imagine that greater dangers lay ahead.

　　49. The first paragraph suggests that the author experienced New York as

　　.

　　A. mysterious and unknowable

　　B. regular and depressing

　　C. orderly and appealing

　　D. impressive and dangerous

　　50. For the author, being considered Hispanic represents

　　.

　　A. a restriction to be overcome

　　B. an opportunity for self-redefinition

　　C. the loss of her former identity

　　D. an unavoidable result of movement to a new place

　　51. The mother refers to “Puerto Rico” in order to impress upon the author that

　　.

　　A. she should not miss her birthplace

　　B. New Yorkers may not like newcomers

　　C. different rules apply to life in New York

　　D. life was more restricted in Puerto Rico

　　52. The author’s mood can best be described as

　　A. angry and confused

　　B. fearful and uncertain

　　C. excited but lonely

　　D. worried and resistant

　　【参考答案】阅读理解49-52 BCCB

　　【陕西省西北工业大学附属中学2017第六次模拟】C

　　阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A,B,C,D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。

　　“Enough” with the multivitamins already. That’s the message from experts behind three new studies that tackled an often debated question: Do daily multivitamins make you healthier?

　　“We believe that the case is closed - supplementing(补充) the diet of well-nourished adults with (most) mineral or vitamin supplements has no clear benefit and might even be harmful,” concluded the authors of the editorial summarizing the new research papers. They urge consumers to not ‘waste’ their money on multivitamins. “The ‘stop wasting your money’ means that perhaps you’re spending money on things that won’t protect you long term,” editorial co-author, Dr. Edgar Miller said, “What will protect you is if you spend the money on fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans, low fat dairy, and things like that. Exercising would probably be a better use of the money.”

　　The strong message was based on a review of the findings from three studies that tracked multivitamins link to cancer protection, heart health, and brain and cognitive(认知的) measures. The first study looked at vitamin supplementation’s role in preventing chronic(慢性的) disease. The next study looked at whether long-term use of multivitamins would have any effect on slowing cognitive decline. The third study looked specifically at multivitamins and minerals role in preventing heart attack. “The three studies found no difference in rates of chronic disease, heart attack and the need for hospitalization between vitamin-takers and placebo(安慰剂)-takers.” Dr. Edgar Miller stated.

　　One expert agreed some nutrient-deficient people may still benefit from multivitamins. “There might be an argument to continue taking a multi(vitamin) to replace or supplement your not healthy diet,” Dr. Edgar Miller added. He also notes that vitamins can benefit people with celiac disease and those who are pregnant.

　　53. This text is likely to be selected from a book of

　　.

　　A. medicine

　　B. education

　　C. food

　　D. business

　　54. Which of the following is NOT Dr. Edgar Miller’s opinion according to the passage?

　　A. Vitamins should not be used for chronic disease prevention. Enough is enough.

　　B. Having a balanced diet and exercising would probably be a better way to keep healthy.

　　C. The three studies do not provide support for use of multivitamin supplements.

　　D. Taking vitamins to replace or supplement your healthy diet is necessary.

　　55. What can be inferred from the text?

　　A. Vitamin supplements have proved harmful to the health of adults.

　　B. Vitamin supplements are beneficial in certain conditions.

　　C. Nowadays taking vitamin supplements is common to most people.

　　D. Daily multivitamins will make you healthier.

　　56. The author’s purpose of writing the text is most likely to___________.

　　.

　　A. persuade

　　B. describe

　　C. inform

　　D. instruct

　　【参考答案】阅读理解53-56 ADBC

　　2016高考英语阅读理解集训阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项。

　　The World Health Organization reports a number of people have died of the Ebola virus in

　　central Africa during the last few months. Ebola, also known as Ebola hemorrhagic (出血) fever or

　　Ebola viral disease. is a rare and deadly illness with high death rates in humans and primates. The

　　natural source of Ebola virus remains unknown, although bats seem to be the most likely source.

　　The Ebola virus began spreading after victims were discovered in northeastern Cabon . So far, it

　　is the third time Ebola has spread through Cabon since 1994. Health officials believe people moving

　　across the border spread the disease from Cabon co Congo

　　Ebola is highly infectious and kills up to 80% of its victims. Researchers do not know the method with which the virus first appears in

　　humans, but they believe it is through infected animals. The disease then spreads from person to person through blood and other body liquids.

　　Ebola victims treated early have the base chance of survival. Signs of Ebola include a high temperature, diarrhea, muscle pains and bleeding inside the body. in severe cases, victims

　　experience chest pains and death. There is no known cure for the disease and no way yet to prevent it.

　　Scientists at the American National institutes of Health are working to develop a vaccine(疫苗) to prevent Ebola. Doctor Cary Nobel is leading the research effort at N-l-H testing center in the eastern state of Maryland. He says that during the past two years, the vaccine has been tested on small animals and monkey a for safety and effectiveness.

　　In the most recent study, four monkeys who had been given the vaccine were completely

　　protected from a deadly injection of the Ebola virus. the study was described in November in Nature magazine. Doctor Nobel says the tests appear to have moved scientists one step closer to a vaccine for humans.

　　28. Where does the Ebola virus come from?

　　A. Bats.

　　B. Monkeys.

　　C. Infected humans.

　　D. Something unknown.

　　29. When infected with Ebola virus, people may experience the following except____

　　.

　　A. heart attack

　　B. a rise in temperature

　　C. chest pains

　　D

　　bleeding inside the body

　　30. What can we learn from the passage?

　　A. Once infected with the Ebola virus. people can never survive.

　　B.

　　Half of the Ebola victims will lose their lives.

　　C. No cure has been found for the disease.

　　D. Scientists have succeeded in preventing Ebola.

　　31.

　　What is Doctor Nobel's attitude towards the tests?

　　A. Discouraged.

　　B. Positive.

　　C. Doubtful.

　　D. Not mentioned.

　　参考答案28---31、DACB

　　【陕西省西北工业大学附属中学2017第六次模拟】D

　　阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A,B,C,D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。

　　More than a century ago, the composer and bandleader John Philip Sousa warned that technology would destroy music, who said, “These talking machines are going to ruin the artistic development of music in this country. When I was a boy … in front of every house in the summer evenings you would find young people together singing the songs of the day or the old songs. Today you hear these terrible machines going night and day. We will not have a vocal cord (声带) left.”

　　Music has greatly changed in the past hundred years, which has been everywhere in our world: rivers of digital melody flow on the Internet or on disc; MP3 players with forty thousand songs can be put in a back pocket or a purse. Yet, for most of us, music is no longer something we do ourselves, or even watch other people do in front of us. It has become a radically virtual medium, an art without a face.

　　Ever since Edison invented the phonograph cylinder(留声机spokesman for the party of doom; in the opposite corner are the utopians(乌托邦liberated it. Before Edison came along, Beethoven’s symphonies could be heard only in select concert halls. Now the recordings carry the man from Bonn to the corners of the earth. Glenn Gould, after renouncing live performance in 1964, predicted that within the century the public concert would disappear into the electronic air.

　　Having discovered much of my favorite music through LPs and CDs, I am not about to join Sousa’s party. Modern urban environments are often so soulless or ugly that I’m grateful for the humanizing touch of electronic sound. But neither can I accept Gould’s slashing futurism. I want to be aware of technology’s effects, positive and negative. Fortunately, scholars and critics have been methodically exploring this terrain for many decades, trying to figure out exactly what happens when we listen to music with no musicians in the room.

　　57. The first paragraph is intended to

　　A. defend an argument

　　B. make a prediction

　　C. criticize an attitude

　　D. summarized a viewpoint

　　58. The author’s attitude towards the recorded music may best be described as

　　.

　　A. dissatisfied

　　B. defensive

　　C. optimistic

　　D. objective

　　59. The underlined word “terrain” in the last paragraph most nearly means

　　A. region

　　B. subject

　　C. land

　　D. distinction

　　60. The primary purpose of the passage is to

　　A. explain different attitudes of scholars and critics

　　B. defend the view of one group from the criticism of another

　　C. advocate an unexpected solution to a pressing problem

　　D. present the key issues in an ongoing debate

　　【参考答案】阅读理解57-60 DDBD