考点规范练32(选修6 Module 2)
.阅读理解
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Frankenstein is a novel by British author Mary Shelley,who enjoys the reputation of “the Mother of Science Fiction”.
Shelley started writing the story when she was 19,and it was published in 1818 when she was 21.The novel is one of the earliest examples of science fiction.Today it is generally considered to be a landmark work of science fiction.As soon as it came out,Frankenstein had a considerable influence across literature and brought about a complete type of horror stories,films,and plays.It was highly valued by critics of each country,bringing Mary Shelley worldwide popularity.So far dozens of films have been adapted from this novel.
Frankenstein,the hero of the novel,is a scientist addicted to life scientific research and tries hard to use artificial methods to create life.However,Frankenstein eventually creates a horrible and ugly monster,which frightens and shocks him so much that he dumps it desperately.At the beginning,the artificial monster has kind-hearted nature which is filled with goodwill and gratitude towards human beings.However,after experiencing all kinds of unfair treatments and discriminations(歧视) from human beings,he gets extremely angry.With mad ideas filling its mind,the monster starts to take revenge(报复).It kills Frankenstein’s brother William,his best friend Clerval,and then murders his bride Elizabeth cruelly at his wedding.In order to stop the monster from ruining the world around it,Frankenstein decides to destroy the monster,which once cost him a great deal of time and efforts.Then the two begin to chase each other to the North Pole,where Frankenstein dies of overtiredness while the regretful monster,determines to kill itself,drifts away on an ice raft,never to be seen again.
The novel discusses controversial topics and touches on religious ideas.It shows the author’s attitude towards life—people have double characters—goodness and badness.People are going to do wrong things if they have long been discriminated and ill-treated.
1.When did Mary Shelley start writing Frankenstein?
A.In 1815.B.In 1816.
C.In 1817. D.In 1818.
2.Regarded as“the Mother of Science Fiction”,Mary Shelly .
A.wrote the first novel of science fiction
B.started a new type of science fiction writing
C.was highly valued by critics of each country
D.wrote her world-famous novel Frankenstein
3.Why did Frankenstein dump the monster after it was created?
A.Because he felt desperate for his scientific research.
B.Because the monster was created by using artificial methods.
C.Because he was frightened by the monster’s ugly appearance.
D.Because the monster was not as kind as he had expected.
4.What made the monster become so cruel?
A.The mad ideas in its mind.
B.The change of Frankenstein’s attitude.
C.Its goodwill and gratitude towards people.
D.People’s unfair treatments and discriminations.
B
Gwendolyn Brooks (June 7,1917-December 3,2000),was the first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize for Literature.
Beginning writing at the age of eleven,Gwendolyn Brooks wrote hundreds of poems and had more than twenty books published during her lifetime.She found most of her writing materials looking out of her window.Her poems described conditions among the poor,racial inequality in the black community as well as the struggles of black women.She described the anger many blacks had about racial injustice and the feeling of being different.
Being an expert at the language of poetry,she used her works to increase the understanding of black culture and to criticize those who did not show respect for the poor.
Brooks’ first book of poetry,A Street in Bronzeville earned instant praise.She was included among the “Ten Young Women of the Year”.She won the Pulitzer Prize for her second book called Annie Allen,a collection of poetry about the life of a woman who experiences loneliness,loss,death and poverty.
Her next work was a novel called Maud Martha,which received little notice when it was first published.But now it’s considered an important work and its main ideas about the difficult life of many women are popular among female writers today.
By the end of the 1960s,Brooks’ poetry expanded from the everyday experiences of people to important political issues(问题).That became obvious in her next collection called In the Mecca.
In 1976,Gwendolyn Brooks became the first black woman to be elected to the National Institute of Arts and Letters.She received a lifetime achievement award from the National Endowment for the Arts in 1989.And she was named the 1994 Jefferson Lecturer,which is the highest honor given by the federal government for works in the humanities.
5.What is Paragraph 2 mainly about?
A.Gwendolyn Brooks’ language skills.
B.Gwendolyn Brooks’ writing materials.
C.The living conditions of the black.
D.Black culture in Gwendolyn Brooks’ days.
6.In her poetry,Gwendolyn Brooks usually .
A.shows the difficult life of women
B.remarks on important political issues
C.encourages black culture for equality and respect
D.describes black’s political and everyday experiences
7.Which work helped Gwendolyn Brooks win a Pulitzer Prize?
A.A Street in Bronzeville.
B.Annie Allen.
C.Maud Martha.
D.In the Mecca.
8.From the passage,it can be inferred that Gwendolyn Brooks .
A.made great achievements in her lifetime
B.was the first black person to be officially recognized
C.had a great influence on American women in poetry
D.was more popular in her earlier works than in later ones
Ⅱ.七选五
To Drive out Your Back Pain
Is your back bothering you,and are you wondering how to get rid of your back pain?If the phrase“Ouch,my back!”is a regular part of your life,you’re not alone:65 million Americans suffer from back pain. 1
1.Stand Better
Standing for long periods can be stressful on your lower back.If you have to stand for work,try placing one foot on a stool or other low objects. 2 This will help take the pressure off your lower back.Wearing cushioned shoes or standing on a thick rubber mat can also help relieve pressure when you have to stand for long hours.
2.Start Exercise Gradually
3 But if you’ve been inactive for a while,start slowly.Begin with a low-impact exercise such as walking,stationary biking,or swimming for about 30 minutes a day.Adding gentle stretching or yoga may also help your muscles.
3.Sit Comfortably
If your job requires you to sit for long periods,make sure your chair has a straight back,an adjustable seat,and armrests. 4 If you need extra support,place a rolled towel behind the lower part of your back.Resting your feet on a low stool can also help ease back pain when sitting.
4.Choose the Best Sleep Position
Sleeping on your side is the most common sleeping position.Placing a small pillow between your knees helps keep the back in a good position.If you must sleep on your back,try using a pillow under your knees.Avoid sleeping on your stomach,as this can make back pain worse.
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Carrying extra weight on your body means more work for your lower back muscles.This is especially true if the extra pounds are around your waist.The heavier you are,the more impact there is on your back with each step.Losing weight can also help protect the muscles and joints in your knees and hips.
A.Then change feet every so often.
B.Don’t push with straight arms.
C.Your work station can affect your back’s health.
D.Keep Your Weight Down
E.Some people prefer more support than others.
F.Here are some ideas for you to prevent the pain.
G.Exercise is a great way to keep your back healthy.
Ⅲ.书面表达
假设你是李华,你和来自英国的留学生Jim是好朋友。周六你去Jim的宿舍找他,准备告诉他你要和父母一起回老家看望生病的奶奶,因此周日上午你不能和他一起去踢球和买书了,但是Jim不在宿舍。你打算给他写一个留言条。
内容包括:
1.告诉Jim周日活动的改变;
2.说明原因;
3.提出要求:如果他去书店,请他帮你买一本《心灵鸡汤》。
注意:1.词数100左右;
2.可适当增加细节,使行文连贯。
参考词汇:《心灵鸡汤》:Chicken Soup for the Soul
Dear Jim,
Yours,
Li Hua
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Ⅰ.【语篇导读】本文介绍了著名诗人雪莱的妻子玛丽·雪莱写的具有里程碑性质的科幻小说《弗兰肯斯坦》。
1.B 推理判断题。根据第二段第一句玛丽·雪莱19岁开始写这部小说,在1818年21岁时完成可知,这部小说是在1816年开始写的。
2.D 细节理解题。根据第二段的第二、三句可知,此小说是最早的科幻小说之一,也是部里程碑式的作品。
3.C 细节理解题。根据第三段的“which frightens and shocks him so much that he dumps it desperately”可知,Frankenstein是吓坏了,所以把怪物扔掉了。
4.D 推理判断题。根据第三段的“However,after experiencing all kinds of unfair treatments and discriminations from human beings,he gets extremely angry.”可知,人类的虐待和歧视让怪物愤怒进而产生了报复的心理。
【语篇导读】本文是曾获得普利策文学奖的美国黑人女诗人Gwendolyn Brooks的写作风格、作品简介以及她在宣传黑人文化和争取平等人权方面取得的巨大成就。
5.B 主旨大意题。根据“She found most of her writing materials looking out of her window.”以及后面的具体介绍可以得出结论。
6.C 细节理解题。根据第三段中“she used her works to increase the understanding of black culture and to criticize those who did not show respect for the poor.”可以找到答案。
7.B 细节理解题。根据第四段的“She won the Pulitzer Prize for her second book called Annie Allen”可以得出答案。
8.A 推理判断题。从最后一段得出答案。B项的错处应该是the first black woman;C项中的American women不准确,应为women/female writers;D项文中没有根据。
.1.F 2.A 3.G 4.E 5.D
.Dear Jim,
I’m sorry to tell you that our plans for Sunday will have to be cancelled.We planned to play football and go to the bookstore to buy some books on Sunday morning,but I can’t go with you because my grandma is ill.She is in hospital in my hometown.I’m concerned about her and I’ll go back to see her with my parents.
By the way,I am wondering if you could buy me a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul if you go to the bookstore tomorrow.I’ll be thankful for your help.Hopefully we can play football together next Sunday.