1、高三英语巩固练习c一、阅读理解:Think of London and youre likely to think of the bright red double decker(双层) buses. Think of Thailands capital city, Bangkok, and the noisy tuk-tuk(三轮摩托车) may come to mind. Picture San Francisco and you might see the citys cable cars. Imagining what these cities would look like with
2、out those is difficult. They are symbols of these cities that make them different. However, these city symbols are not always so well loved by their city leaders. City leaders want what is best for their city, which often means the most modern transport. In Bangkok, authorities have forbidden tuk-tu
3、ks because they consider them noisy and polluting. However, the ban has largely been unsuccessful as it has not changed Thai peoples preference for the inexpensive tuk-tuks over taxis. In London the citys first ever mayor got rid of the red double decker buses, which he thought were old fashioned. H
4、is plan worked, but Londoners were upset to lose the charming old buses they believed represented the best of their city. They made their upset felt when the mayor came up for re-election. Most Londoners voted for his competitor, who promised to bring the bus back. As for San Francisco, several cabl
5、e cars remain in use but mainly as tourist attractions. They are too slow to be used for anything other than scenic trips. City transport symbols may have a place in their city peoples hearts, but it seems they are increasingly out of step with the modern world. As Londoners have proved, their conti
6、nued life depends on peoples willingness to fight for their survival.1. Whats the purpose of writing the first paragraph?A. To explain why those cities are popular. B. To introduce some city transport symbols.C. To show some unique transport systems. D. To attract more tourists to visit the cities.2
7、. The London double decker bus is returning mainly because ._A. the new mayor loves it B. it is an improved versionC. Londoners fought for it D. it is popular with tourists3. What can we conclude from the passage?A. Tourist cities will lose their charm without the symbols.B. A modern city should get
8、 rid of inefficient old transport.C. The writer is in favor of the old city transport symbols.D. Old city transport symbols face the problem of survival.二、任务型阅读 : You probably have lists of remember and steps to follow in order to have the best pet-friendly trip. There are, however, a few things tha
9、t are best left at home. Here are a few things to forget when youre traveling with pets. Forgetting them will make your trip run more smoothly and more effectively.Time Traveling with pets will take longer and will have unexpected turns. In reality, forgetting about time means leaving impatience beh
10、ind. Dont be in a rush. Your pets will require more extra stops than you will, and theyll often surprise you with unpredictable delays. Plan on leaving early and arriving later and youll be right on time.Anger Getting angry at the delay will only make matters worse. Your feelings can add unnecessary
11、 stresses to you and your pets travel experience. If you feel yourself becoming out of control, stop and take a deep breath. Your pets have little control over their emotions, bowel movements, or motion sickness when traveling. Remember to be kind and understanding at all times, especially when unde
12、r pressure.Work Attitude This may seem like a no-brainer, but when you are traveling, leave your work attitude behind. Traveling is not a task to be accomplished; it can be an enjoyable and memorable experience for both you and your pets as long as you have the right attitude.Control Part of the joy
13、 of traveling with pets is dealing with the unexpected. You cant control everything and trying to do so will only end in frustration and anger. Knowing that things will happen beyond your control will bring great relief to you and your pets. Messes happen; accidents happen. Once you accept that, tra
14、veling with your pets will be far easier to manage.Selfishness Traveling with pets often requires an extreme amount of selflessness. Your pets rely on you to take care of their needs, and sometimes you will need to put their needs before your own. Leave your selfish ambitions behind when traveling w
15、ith your pets. They need your attention and care more than anything else because of the stresses and strains of traveling.Traveling with pets can and will be a joy if you remember to leave these five items behind. It can be difficult at times to handle, but the traveling will go well if you can mana
16、ge to do so.Traveling with petsBenefitYoull have a(n) 2 and more effective trip by following the tips.Five things to 1 TimeTraveling with pets will take longer and have unexpected turns. Plan on 3 early to be on time.AngerAnger will only make matters worse when you are 4 . Your pets can 5 control th
17、emselves during the trip.WorkAttitudeLeave your work attitude behind.Right attitude can 6 you an enjoyable and memorable traveling experience. ControlDealing with the unexpected can be 7 . Once you accept that, you will find traveling is not that 8 to manage. Selfishness Traveling with pets often requires you to be 9 .Your pets rely on you to take care of their needs. At times you should put your needs behind theirs. 10 Traveling with pets can be a joy and your trip will be successful.BCD1.forget 2.smoother 3.leaving 4. delayed 5.hardly6.bring 7. joyful 8.difficult 9. selfless 10.Conclusion3