高考专项复习：阅读理解01.doc

高考专项复习：阅读理解01学校:_姓名：_班级：_考号：_阅读理解 (一) Having a job is great, I have learned. It means I can afford things such as a place to live and daily meals. And with an above-average job, I can afford a car and occasional overseas vacations.However, I also understand how difficult it is to have a below-average job, having had many of them before. Its frankly pretty awful. Owning a car was out of the question I could barely afford to ride the subway.So, I decided to go to university and get a degree. Later, I emailed my details to every company and government institution with an online careers page. I even printed my resume and handed it out in what seemed like hundreds of office buildings.One summer during university, my cousin and I helped out at my uncles business, fixing roofs, although the only thing I got out of that was back problems.That same year, I got a job at a plumbing(管道工程) company, which I was terrible at. It was no surprise when I was asked to leave that job after only four days. A lot of people today believe the problem of unemployment in my generation is our fault. Some accuse us of being lazy or feeling too entitled(有资格的). At the same time, some people accuse members of my generation of having a sense of “specialness” that has led us to believe we can all be astronauts, movie stars or singers if we put our minds to it. Also, a few of them think that we would all be happily employed if we would only learn trades or become software engineers, because those people make the most money. I realize that not everyone can go into space, star in Hollywood movies or fill stadiums with fans, however. I also think not everyone can make a good electrician or design advanced computer software I know I cant. Everyone is good at something, but no one is good at everything. It took me hundreds of rejection emails to realize that I had to focus on finding a job where I could actually be successful. And now, I finally have that job. All it took was several years of desperation, failure and an honest assessment(评估) of my personal value in the job market.Its not the best start, but its not bad for a start too.1What was the authors life like before he went to university?A He had always been looking forward to owning a car.B He found it hard to make ends meet.C He had taken above-average and below-average jobs.D He went on overseas vacations sometimes.2What happened when the author tried to find a good job?A It didnt take long for him to land a great job.B He gained a lot of skills when working at his uncles business.C He got through a lot of difficulties in the process.D He quit the plumbing company because he disliked the job.3What did the author think was the main reason for his unemployment?A His laziness and arrogance.B His sense of “specialness”.C His high expectation of himself.D His failure to recognize his own strengths.4What does the author think of his current job?A Its highly paid.B Its a little bit boring.C Its challenging for him.D Its satisfying for him.5The author wrote this article mainly to _.A share his reflections on finding a jobB complain about the high unemployment rateC stress the importance of an above-average jobD encourage readers to try to get a better degree (二) For years I have had no idea what I have been doing with my life. I was a 30-year-old lawyer in New York. But being a lawyer was never my dream or goal in life. I honestly wanted to be a writer. I have a great imagination and would write amazing stories in my head. But I always knew that being a writer was never possible for me because it was a better financial decision to stay a lawyer. Recently, I couldnt fall asleep at my usual time of 10 p. m. and when I did fall asleep I had the same dream over and over again. The dream starts with me in the ocean trying to go for a swim and Im searching for something, but I start to drown and have no control over my body. Then a light shines through the waters and when I look up all I can see is myself in a bright white room writing a novel. Then I hear a voice say repeatedly, “Now is the time to try something new!”It wasnt just a dream; it was my opportunity to make something good out of my life. That afternoon, I quit my job at the law firm and I couldnt have been any happier. My life started at 30, and every day since that point I havent stopped enjoying life. I started to write and have been on the best-sellers list for the last two months. Things have definitely turned around.Change is a good thing; it gives us an opportunity to take a chance. So my two favorite words I live by and so should you are “change and chance”.6From the first paragraph, we can know that _.A the author is now 30 years oldB It is impossible for the author to become a writerC a lawyer can be likely to earn more than a writerD the author prefers to be a lawyer rather than a writer7The second paragraph mainly talks about the authors _.A difficulty in sleeping at night. B strong desire to become a writerC wish to have a swim in the waters D terrible swimming experience in the ocean8The underlined part in the 3rd paragraph probably means the author _.A regretted having quitted his job as a lawyerB was unhappy after giving up his job as a lawyerC was upset because he had to give up his job as a lawyerD was pretty happy when he quitted his job as a lawyer9The best title of the text might be _.A Lawyer or Writer B Change and ChanceC Change and Regret D Risk or Opportunity (三) You may hear about some people who have walked on the moon. Of the outstanding astronauts listed below, who do you think was the most influential in humans history?Pete Conrad (Apollo 12) Because of his dyslexia（阅读障碍）, Pete always failed in his study and had to leave school. Then his father sent him to Darrow School, where he performed so well that he won a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) scholarship. He took the NASAs test, but his dyslexia ruined the opportunity.It was because of Alan Shepards persuasion that Pete decided to apply again for NASA He was chosen as the commander of Apollo 12. He landed on the moon on Nov 19, 1969 and spent 31 hours there.Neil Armstrong (Apollo 11) Armstrongs biggest moment came in 1969, when he was chosen for NASAs first manned lunar mission (登月任务), along with Edwin Aldrin and Michael Collins. On July 21, 1969, he set foot on the surface of the moon. which made him the first human to do so. He stayed on the moon for 21 hours. After returning, Armstrong became an international star and was honored worldwide.John Young (Apollo 16) Young was made the commander of Apollo 16, which landed on the moon on April 16, 1972. He spent two days and 23 hours on the moon. Young retired from NASA after serving for around 42 years, which made him the man ever to work for NASA for the longest time.Edgar Mitchell(Apollo 14) Edgar was selected by NASA in 1966, and was later made the lunar pilot of Apollo 14. He followed his commander Alan Shepard onto the moon, staying there for 1 day and 9 hours. Edgar has expressed his firm belief that UFOS belong to other planets. He also firmly believes that American government is in possession of some “recovered alien bodies.”10What do we know about Pete Conrad?A He didnt show any interest in his study.B His first attempt to enter the NASA failed.C His dyslexia did harm to his mental and physical health.D He became an astronaut due to his fathers encouragement.11Who stayed on the moon for the longest time?A Pete Conrad B Neil ArmstrongC John Young D Edgar Mitchell12What do the four astronauts have in common according to the passage?A They were honored all over the world.B They worked for the same space program.C They went to the moon to achieve their dreams.D They encourage young people to explore outer space. (四) Have you ever received a gift that was so clearly not your taste that you wondered if perhaps it had been handed to you by mistake? Worse, have you ever given a present and watched your friend look as though she had opened the wrong box? Maybe she responded with a polite Why, thank you, but you knew you had missed the mark. Why do presents sometimes go wrong? And what do your choices (good and bad） reflect about your personal qualities?Choosing the right gift is an art, I believe. It calls for empathy the ability to put yourself into someone elses head and heart .Were all able to do this; in fact, were born with a kind of natural empathy. After the earliest period of childhood, however, it needs to be reinforced (加强）by our parents, teachers, friends. When it isnt, were not able to understand other peoples feelings as sharply. This can show in the gifts we select, and so can many other emotional (情感的） qualities. Think back to the presents youve given over the past year, the time and effort you put into your selection, how much you spent, your thoughts while you were shopping, and your feelings when the receiver opened the package. Keep in mind that what you choose displays your inner world. Of course, you may express yourself differently with different friends, relatives, and other people you know. We live in a society where exchanging presents is an important part of communication. Ignoring the tradition wont make it go away. If you really dislike such a tradition, tell your friends ahead of time.13The underlined expression you had missed the mark means you had failed to _.A get the expected effect B keep your friendshipC receive a present in return D make her feel better14Which of the following is the main idea of the second paragraph?A Natural empathy needs to be reinforced.B Choosing gifts requires one to understand the receivers.C Selecting the right gift is an ability people are born with.D Emotional changes influence ones choice of gifts.15In the third paragraph, the author tells us that_.A attention should be paid to the receivers responsesB one learns from what he did in the pastC the choice of gifts reflects ones emotional qualitiesD one should spend more time choosing gifts16The best possible title for this passage is “_”.A Ways of Choosing Gifts B An Important TraditionC Exchanging Presents D Message in a Gift (五) More than four decades ago, British scientist Robert Edwards first witnessed the miracle of human life growing inside a test tube at his Cambridge lab. Since that groundbreaking moment, more than four million babies have been born through IVF(体外受精) and in 2010 his great contribution to science was finally recognized as he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine. The prize for Dr. Edwards, who was given a Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Award in 2008, includes a 900，000 cheque. The Nobel Assembly described IVF as “a milestone in modern medicine”. With the help of fellow scientist Patrick Steptoe, the Manchesterborn physiologist developed IVF leading to the birth of the worlds first test tube baby. Dr. Steptoe died 10 years later but their work has transformed fertility(生育) treatment and given hope to millions of couples. It was a scientific breakthrough that changed the lives of millions of couples. They said, “His achievements have made it possible to treat infertility, a disease which makes humans unable to have a baby. This condition has been afflicting a large percentage of mankind, including more than 10% of all couples worldwide.” Professor Edwards, who has 5 daughters and 11 grandchildren, began his research at Cambridge University in 1963, after receiving his PhD in 1955.He once said, “The most important thing in life is having a child. Nothing is more special than a child.” With the help of fellow scientist Patrick Steptoe, Prof. Edwards founded the Bourn Hall clinic in Cambridgeshire, which now treats more than 900 women a year. Each year, more than 30, 000 women in Britain now undergo IVF and 11，000 babies are born as a result of the treatment.But his work attracted widespread criticism from some scientists and the Catholic Church who said it was “unethical and immoral”. Martin Johnson, professor of reproductive(生殖的) sciences at the University of Cambridge, said the award was “long overdue”. He said, “We couldnt understand why the Nobel has come so late but he is delighted this is the cherry on the cake for him.”Professor Edwards was too ill to give interviews but a statement released by his family said he was “thrilled and delighted”.17What is Robert Edwards contribution to science?A Challenging a disease which stops couples having a baby.B Seeing the wonder of the first tube baby growing.C Enabling millions of couples to live a better life.D Helping couples with infertility to have test tube babies.18What does the underlined word “afflicting” in Paragraph 4 most probably refer to?A Troubling. B Developing.C Improving. D Frightening.19It can be inferred from Paragraph 6 and Paragraph 7 that _.A some people envied Professor Edwards for his being awardedB different opinions were voiced on Professor Edwards workC Professor Edwards deserved the prize for his breakthroughD the prize was late because the finding was first considered immoral20What might be the best title for the passage?A Life Stories of Robert EdwardsB Preparations for Having a BabyC Nobel Prize for IVF Expert EdwardsD Treatment of Infertility in a Lab参考答案1 B 2 C 3 D 4 D 5 A 【分析】本文是一篇记叙文。作者描述了自己找工作的经历以及自己对这个经历的反思。1细节理解题。根据文章第二段Its frankly pretty awful. Owning a car was out of the question I could barely afford to ride the subway.可知，作者去大学之前的工作报酬很少，几乎无法满足自己的生活，即不能做到收支相抵（make ends meet），选项B的表述正确，故选B。2细节理解题。根据文章第四段Later, I emailed my details to every company and government institution with an online careers page. I even printed my resume and handed it out in what seemed like hundreds of office buildings.可知，作者在找工作的过程中遭遇很多困难，都没有成功，故选C。3细节理解题。根据文章第八段It took me hundreds of rejection emails to realize that I had to focus on finding a job where I could actually be successful.可知，作者认为自己之前没有正确评估自己，没有按照自己所擅长的方向去找工作，因此屡屡不顺。其他三项是外界对于作者这一代人不好找工作的看法，并非作者自己的观点。故选D。4推理判断题。文章最后一句话Its not the best start, but its not bad for a start too.（这不是一个最好的开始，但也不是一个坏的开始。）是作者对自己现在工作的描述，可知作者认为现在的工作令作者感到满意，故选D。5目的意图题。通读全文，作者在描述自己找工作的经历以及自己对这个经历的反思，选项A符合题意，其他三项均不是作者写作的主要目的。故选A。6 C 7