2017高考英语三轮冲刺阅读强化训练40

　　、阅读理解（本大题共5小题，共0分）

　　A

　　Farmer Ed Rawlings smiles as he looks at his orange trees. The young oranges are growing well in Florida's weather. Warm sunshine and gentle rains, along with Ed Rawlings' expert care, will produce a good crop of oranges this year.

　　But Ed has to fight against Florida's changeable winter weather. In January and February, temperatures can destroy Ed's entire orange crop. Having farmed in Florida for the past 35 years, Ed Rawlings is prepared for the frosts (霜). When temperatures drop below freezing, Ed tries to save his crop by watering his orange trees. The water freezes and forms a thin layer (层) of ice on the trees. Strange as it may sound, this thin layer of ice actually keeps the fruit warm.

　　What happens is simple. When the trees are watered, the water loses heat and becomes ice. The warmth of the heat it loses is sucked in by the fruit and keeps its temperature at a safe level. Ed Rawlings has effectively used this method (方法) to save many orange crops.

　　But Ed still faces some difficulties. The trees should be watered at the exact moment the temperature drops to the freezing point. Also, just the right quantity of water must be used. Too much water can form a thick layer of ice that will break the trees' branches. Another difficulty is that wind blows away the heat. So Ed has to worry about not only when but also how often his trees should be watered, and how much water should be used.

　　Computer technology may help Ed Rawlings with some of these worries. With equipment, air and soil temperatures and wind speed can be measured. The information is fed into a computer which can tell when temperatures drop to freezing. The computer can correctly decide the quantity of water to be used and how frequently the trees should be watered. Ed Rawlings will find looking after his orange trees a lot easier with the help of a computer, and we'll all have the benefits (or advantages) of computer-age oranges.

　　1. The passage is mainly about _____.

　　A. a farmer's expert care for his orange trees

　　B. the different uses of computer

　　C. growing oranges in Florida's changeable weather

　　D. different ways of frost protection

　　2. Ed tried to protect his crop by ______.

　　A. using a wind machine to drive away the cold air

　　B. equipping his orange trees with a computer

　　C. watering it at the proper time

　　D. picking his fruit at the first sign of frost

　　3. In the writer's eyes, computers_______.

　　A. are too expensive for small farmers

　　B. can be a valuable tool for the farmer

　　C. can be used to help oranges grow bigger

　　D. cannot take the place of the farmer's experience and judgement

　　4. Which of the following is NOT NECESSARY for Ed Rawlings to do?

　　A. He should water the orange trees as soon as the temperature drops to the freezing point.

　　B. He should decide the quantity of water for the orange trees.

　　C. He has to water the orange trees more often in January and February.

　　D. He has to judge how often he should water the orange trees.

　　5. According to the passage, the computer technology can______.

　　A. get rid of the need for frost protection

　　B. help the farmer get a better harvest

　　C. tell the farmer why outdoor temperature changes

　　D. prevent the temperature from dropping to the freezing point

　　【答案解析】

　　1.【分析】本题属于总结概括题。同B篇文章的第五题。主要谈的是一个农民专家怎样照料，种植，保护自己的桔子树。故A为本试题的最佳答案。本题通过率为42％，区分度为0.439。

　　2.【分析】本题属于细节题，文中第二段when temperatures drop below freezing，Ed tries to save his crop by watering his orange trees.一句告诉本题的正确答案为C。

　　3.【分析】本题属于推理判断题，从文章的最后一句可以看出农民对计算机技术在种植方面的应用，非常高兴。故B为本题的最佳答案。本题通过率为56％。

　　4.【分析】本题属于综合分析判断题,从全文看,只有C为不必要的事情在种植和照料桔树方面。故C为最佳。

　　5.【分析】本题是一道判断题。因为计算机给农民带来了诸多的方便，所以本题的最佳答案为B。

　　B

　　[2017·银川实验中学月考]

　　Coconut

　　Coconut trees can be seen all over the tropical countries everywhere in the world. Coconut trees need warm weather and produce green coconuts which are filled with a colorless coconut juice. If the coconut is fresh, inside are almost all juice and little flesh. Coconut milk is white in color and is extracted from coconut. Green coconuts have the size of a small ball. They have to be opened on top with a knife. You will get the whole coconut in front of you and you drink the coconut juice with a straw(吸管). Once you finish you can ask to cut the coconut in pieces and eat the flesh inside.

　　Dragonfruit

　　Dragonfruit's official name is Pitaya. It's a kind of fruit which is very tasteful despite its outside looks. The pink colored skin is not to be eaten. Cut the fruit in half and use a spoon to eat the grayish flesh. The black seeds can be eaten but they are not digestible.

　　Cempedak(小木菠萝)

　　Cempedak is a native kind of Malaysian fruit. The taste of the fruit is similar to the related Jackfruit(波罗蜜)with a hint of Durian(榴莲). A sweet, mild, and juicy flesh surrounds the peanut­like seeds in a thick layer. The outer cover of the fruit is slightly sticky. Cempedak can be eaten fresh.

　　Durian

　　Durian is one of those tropical fruits you love or hate. I was once told that the smell of durian is the “smell of hell” though I can not comment on this as I have never been to hell! I was also told that in many parts in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thai hotels, durian is not even allowed because of the smell. However, durian is a very popular tropical fruit in Malaysia. Durian is easy to recognize. They are huge green brownish fruits, usually sold at markets and on the roadside. It is known as “the King of Fruit” on the basis of the fact that it has many vitamins, calcium, iron and other minerals.

　　20．Which of the following has the seeds that can be eaten?

　　A．Coconut.

　　B．Dragonfruit.

　　C．Cempedak.

　　D．Durian.

　　21．According to the passage, we can learn that________.

　　A．cempedak is the other name of Jackfruit

　　B．the home of cempedak is Malaysia

　　C．cempedak has the flavor of durian

　　D．cempedak has a smooth cover

　　22．In many Malaysia and Thai hotels, why is durian not even allowed?

　　A．Because it can make eaters addicted.

　　B．Because the local governments forbid the selling.

　　C．Because it has a smelly flavor.

　　D．Because it can be used as a weapon.

　　23．Why is durian called “the King of Fruit”？

　　A．Because it contains many vitamins and minerals.

　　B．Because it looks strong.

　　C．Because it has a strange flavor.

　　D．Because all the people like it.

　　【答案解析】【要点综述】文章向我们介绍了几种水果，以及这些水果的营养价值以及弊端。

　　20．B　细节理解题。分析全文可知，只有火龙果的种子可以吃，只是不易消化。

　　21．B　细节理解题。分析Cempedak部分可知，这种水果原产地是马来西亚。

　　22．C　细节理解题。分析Durian部分可知，榴莲由于具有奇特的臭味，在印度尼西亚，马来西亚和泰国的许多宾馆，这种水果是不允许出售的。

　　23．A　细节理解题。分析Durian部分最后一句可知，榴莲之所以叫“水果之王”，因为它富含维生素，钙，铁等矿物质。

　　C

　　[2017·山东卷]

　　C

　　San Francisco has its cable cars. Seattle has its Space Needle. And, Longview has its squirrel bridge. The bridge, which has attracted international attention, is now a local landmark.

　　The Nutty Narrows Bridge was built in 1963 by a local builder, Amos Peters, to give squirrels a way to cross the busy road without getting flattened by passing cars.

　　The original bridge was built over Olympia Way on the west edge of the library grounds. Before the bridge was built, squirrels had to avoid traffic to and from the Park Plaza office building where office staff put out a nutty feast for the squirrels. Many times,

　　Peters and others who worked in and near Park Plaza witnessed squirrels being run over.

　　One day Peters found a dead squirrel with a nut still in its mouth, and that day's coffee break discussion turned into squirrel safety. The group of businessmen cooked up the squirrel bridge idea and formed a committee to ask the blessing of the City Council(市政会). The Council approved, and Councilwoman Bess LaRiviere jokingly named the bridge “Nutty Narrows. ”

　　After architects designed the bridge, Amos Peters and Bill Hutch started construction. They built the 60­foot bridge from aluminum and lengths of fire hose (消防水带). It cost $1,000.

　　It didn't take long before reports of squirrels using the bridge started. Squirrels were even seen guiding their young and teaching_them_the_ropes. The story was picked up by the media, and Nutty Narrows became known in newspapers all over the world.

　　In 1983, after 20 years of use, Peters took down the worn­out bridge. Repairs were made and crosspieces were replaced. The faded sign was repainted and in July 1983, hundreds of animal lovers attended the completion ceremony of the new bridge.

　　Peters died in 1984, and a ten­foot wooden squirrel sculpture was placed near the bridge in memory of its builder and his devotion to the project.

　　67. The Nutty Narrows Bridge was built in order to

　　________.

　　A. offer squirrels a place to eat nuts

　　B. set up a local landmark

　　C. help improve traffic

　　D. protect squirrels

　　68. What happened over the coffee break discussion?

　　A. The committee got the Council's blessing.

　　B. The squirrel bridge idea was born.

　　C. A councilwoman named the bridge.

　　D. A squirrel was found dead.

　　69. What does the underlined phrase “teaching them the ropes” probably mean in the text?

　　A. Passing them a rope.

　　B. Directing them to store food for winter.

　　C. Teaching them a lesson.

　　D. Showing them how to use the bridge.

　　70. Which of the following is true of the squirrel bridge?

　　A. It was replaced by a longer one.

　　B. It was built from wood and metal.

　　C. It was rebuilt after years of use.

　　D. It was designed by Bill Hutch.

　　71. What can we learn about Amos Peters?

　　A. He is remembered for his love of animals.

　　B. He donated $1,000 to build the bridge.

　　C. He was a member of the City Council.

　　D. He was awarded a medal for building the bridge.

　　【答案解析】【要点综述】文章主要讲述了Amos Peters观察到松鼠在觅食时遇到交通带来的危险，他还看到一只死了的松鼠嘴里还含着食物，他设想要为松鼠们设计一个能保证它们安全的桥。后来通过努力这个桥终于设计成功，并为世界所知，引起国际的关注，成为当地的一道风景。

　　67. D　细节理解题。 第二段的“… to give squirrels a way to cross the busy road without getting flattened by passing cars.”看出建这座桥是为了保证松鼠的安全。故选D。

　　68. B　推理判断题。题干关键词为“coffee break discussion”。由第四段“and that day's coffee break discussion turned into squirrel safety. The group of businessmen cooked up the squirrel bridge idea and formed a committee to ask the blessing of the City Council.”可以看出在此期间，建松鼠桥的想法产生了。故选B。

　　69. D　词义猜测题。根据本句的“Squirrels were even seen guiding their young”看出，是教小松鼠如何使用这个桥。故选D。

　　70. C　细节理解题。倒数第二段的“Repairs were made and crosspieces were replaced”看出数年之后，这座桥得到了重修。故选C。

　　71. A　推理判断题。从最后一段的Peters died in 1984, and a ten­foot wooden squirrel sculpture was placed near the bridge in memory of its builder and his devotion to the project.看出，人们在桥附近修建雕像来纪念Amos Peters对动物的这份爱心。故选A。

　　D

　　Want to save money when travelling by train? Here are some ways.

　　Day Returns

　　This ticket can save you up to 45% on the standard fare(车费). You have to travel after the rush hour period Mon.---Fri. , but can travel at any time on Sat. or Sun.

　　Big City Savers

　　These are special low-priced tickets on certain trains. You have to book in advance---at the latest by 16:00 the day before you travel. It's first come, first served.

　　Weekend Returns

　　Weekend Returns are available (有售) for most journeys over 60 miles. Go on Fri. , Sat. or Sun. , and return the same weekend on Sat. or Sun. , and save up to 35 % on the standardfare.

　　Monthly Returns

　　These are available for most journeys over 65 miles. Go any day and return within a month. Monthly returns save you up to 25% on the standard fare.

　　Family Railcard

　　For ￡20 this railcard allows you to take a second adult(成人) and up to 4 children for only￡3 each when you buy single or return tickets. You can travel as often as you like until the card becomes out of date.

　　1. Which is the best ticket to buy if you live in London and want to go to a small town 80 miles away

　　for four days?

　　A. Big City Savers

　　B. Monthly Returns

　　C. Weekend Returns

　　D. Day Returns

　　2. A man bought himself a ticket of ￡15 and three tickets for his family with a family railcard. How

　　much did he pay?

　　A. ￡44

　　B. ￡29

　　C. ￡24

　　D. ￡15

　　【答案解析】

　　2.答:C最佳【分析】这是一道计算题。一个人自己买票花了￡15，再加上用family card买了三张票，每张票￡3，故￡15＋￡3×3=￡24。

　　E

　　Sam and Joe were astronauts. There was once a very dangerous trip and the more experienced astronauts knew there was only a small chance of coming back alive(活着). Sam and Joe, however, thought, it would be exciting though a little dangerous. "We're the best men for the job," they said to the boss. "There may be problems, but we can find the answers. " "They're the last people I'd trust," thought the boss. "But all the other astronauts have refused to go."

　　Once they were in space, Joe had to go outside to make some repairs. When the repairs were done, he tried to get back inside the spaceship. But the door was locked. He knocked but there was no answer. He knocked again, louder this time, and again, no answer came. Then he hit the door as hard as he could and finally a voice said, "Who's there?" "It's me ! Who else could it be?" shouted Joe. Sam let him in all right but you can imagine that Joe never asked to go on a trip with Sam again!

　　1. Most of the astronauts were unwilling to go on the trip because_______.

　　A. there was little chance of being selected

　　B. they weren't experienced enough

　　C. they thought they might get killed

　　D. it wasn't excting enough

　　2. Why were Sam and Joe chosen?

　　A.The boss wanted them to get more experieoce.

　　B.The boss trusted them more than anyone else.

　　C.They were the last people who wanted to go.

　　D.They were the only men who offered to go.

　　3. What did Sam and Joe think the trip would be like?

　　A. There would be serinus problems.

　　B. There wouldn't be any danger.

　　C. It would be long and tiring.

　　D. It would be exciting.

　　4. Joe didn't want to work with Sam again probably beause he thought Sam______.

　　A. was very slow and possibly deaf

　　B. didn't know how to operate the door

　　C. was less experienced than he was

　　D. didn't know how to do repairs

　　5. The writer tells this stoty to______.

　　A. show the dangrous side of the astronauts' life

　　B. show the funny side of the astronauts' life

　　C. make people laugh

　　D. make people think

　　【答案解析】

　　2.【分析】这是一道细节题。最佳答案是D。从第一自然段Sam和Joe同老板的对话中可看出提示。

　　3.【分析】这又是一道细节题。正确答案为D。从Sam and Joe, however，thought it would be exciting though a ittle dangerous.一句可以得到本题的提示。

　　4.【分析】这是一道推理判断题。Joe不想再同Sam合作的原因从文中直接找不到。但从Joe多次敲门得不到反应的事件及Joe同Sam的对话。“Who's there？” “It's me! who else could it be？”可以看出Joe非常恼怒，这样看来，A为本题的最佳答案。此题通过率为61％。

　　5.【分析】这仍然是道推理判断题。就当年答卷分析显示，有相当一部分人选择A，但稍有物理知识的人都会明白，太空中处于真空状态，不能传播声音，所以本篇文章属于虚构，幻想之类的文章，写这篇文章的目的所在是想令人发笑。此题通过率为51％，区分度为0.594。