高考英语阅读理解基础练习精品题(40)及答案

2014高考英语阅读理解基础练习精品题（40）及答案

【江西省南昌铁一中2013届月考】 C

You know eating fruit and vegetables is virtuous. But did you know it can also make you look good?

People who increased their intake over just six weeks developed a healthy glow and appeared more attractive, researchers found.

Scientists at St Andrews University found eating them subtly increased yellow and red pigments in the volunteers’ skin.

They monitored the food intake of 35 people and took pictures of their faces, arms and hands using a sensitive camera at the start, and after three and six weeks.

Increasing their intake of greens by 2.9 portions a day was found to make the person look healthier and an extra 3.3 portion could enhance their attractiveness, when their photographs were rated by others.

Fruit and vegetables are rich in carotenoids（类胡萝卜素）, which are known to protect against cell damage from pollution and UV rays, and can also prevent age-related diseases including heart disease and cancer.

But while it was known eating extreme amounts of certain vegetables such as carrots could turn skin orange, it was not known a small increase was perceptible to others and was seen as appealing. A camera measured changes to the skin’s redness, yellowness and lightness, and found it significantly changed in people who naturally increased their intake. These changes were not evident at three weeks.

Using light sensors, the researchers showed these red and yellow hues(色调，色相) were linked with the levels of carotenoids in their skin.

There are hundreds of carotenoids but those thought to have the most dramatic effect are lycopene（番茄红素） - which gives tomatoes and red peppers their red colour - and beta-carotene found in carrots as well as broccoli, squash, and spinach.

Skin colour is also affected by chemicals called polyphenols(多酚), found in apples, blueberries and cherries, which cause blood rush to the skin surface.

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66. From Paragraph 4, we learn that pictures were taken ______. A. three times using a special camera every three weeks B. twice using a sensitive camera every six weeks C. by 35 people when they ate fruit and vegetables D. by 35 people while being monitored to compare the changes 67. The word “appealing” (Paragraph 7) can best be replaced by ______. A. frightening B. harmful C. dangerous D. attractive 68. The red and yellow colors were related to _______ in their skin. A. the contents of intake B. the levels of carrots C. the time of eating fruit and vegetables D. the amount of carotenoids 69. Among hundreds of carotenoids, which are most effective? ________ A. tomatoes and red peppers B. squash, and spinach

C. lycopene and beta-carotene D. heir red colour and beta-carotene 70. The purpose of the article is to _______.

A. tell people a new discovery B. advise people to eat more fruit and vegetables C. introduce a way to protect skin D. list the functions of carotenoids to skin

参 66---70 ADDCA,

The television news feature about Ben Heckmann, an eighth grader from Farmington, Minn, was breathless in its praise. “At 14, he has accomplished something many adults can’t achieve,” the reporter said, “Ben is a twice-published author.” But Ben’s two “Velvet Black” books, describing a fictional rock band, were not picked from a pile of manuscripts（手稿）by an eagle eyed publisher. They were self-published, at the cost of $400 by Ben’s parents.

Over the past five years, print-on-demand technology and a growing number of self publishing companies whose books can be sold online have inspired writers of all ages to avoid the traditional gatekeeping system for determining who could call himself a “published author.”

The mothers and fathers who foot the bill say they are simply trying to encourage their children, in the same way that other parents buy equipment for a promising baseball player. But

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others see self-publishing as a lost opportunity to teach children about hardship and perseverance. Mr. Robbins, a critic, thinks it is wonderful to start writing at a young age, but worries self-publishing sends the wrong message. “There are no prodigies(神童) in literature,” he said. “Literature requires experience, in a way that mathematics and music do not.” Alan Rinzler, a publishing industry veteran, suggested parents hire a professional editor like him to work with their child to tear a manuscript apart and help make a better. Ben’s father, Ken, said Ben’s ambitions “weren’t to knock Harry Potter off the list,” but “to get that good feeling inside that you’ve done something.”

Ajla Dizdarevic, 12, who has self-published two books of poetry, has been on television and in local newspapers. “Being a published author,” she said, “was always a dream of mine.” Her new dream: three books by age 15.

36. Which of the following is true of Ben? A. He has achieved something unusual for his age. B. His self-published books were well received. C. His manuscripts were favored by the publisher. D. He was thought little of by the public media. 【答案】A

【解析】细节理解题。根据细节理解题。根据At 14, he has accomplished something many adults can’t achieve, 14岁时,他已经完成了一些许多成年人不能实现,的目标，故选A。 37. What makes it possible for writers of all ages to self-publish their works? A. The rapid increase of online readership. B. The increasing number of publishers. C. The immediate access to marketing agencies. D. The development of printing and publishing. 【答案】D

【解析】细节理解题。根据print-on-demand technology and a growing number of self publishing companies whose books can be sold online have inspired writers of all ages to avoid the traditional gatekeeping system for determining who could call himself a “published author.印刷和出版业的发展，使他们出书有了可能，故选D。

38. Why do some parents pay the self-publishing bill?

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A. They want to offer opportunities to their children. B. They want to give encouragement to their children. C. They want to help their children avoid hardship. D. They want to show love and care for their children. 【答案】B

【解析】细节理解题。根据The mothers and fathers who foot the bill say they are simply trying to encourage their children,父母为了鼓励孩子，故选B。 39. What dose Alan Rinzler suggest that children should do? A. Be forbidden to write books C. Be professionally guided 【答案】C

【解析】细节理解题。根据Alan Rinzler, a publishing industry veteran, suggested parents hire a professional editor like him to work with their child to tear a manuscript apart and help make a better.孩子们应受到专业指导，故选C。

40. Why do some children self-publish works according to the last part? A. Just to achieve their dreams. C. Just to gain self-confidence. 【答案】A

【解析】细节理解题。根据Ben’s ambitions “weren’t to knock Harry Potter off the list,” but “to get that good feeling inside that you’ve done something 孩子们为了实现自己的梦想。故选A。

B. Just to earn more money. D. Just to satisfy their parents.

B. Start writing at an early age D. Learn from experience

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60．Which of the following is discouraged by the Friends organization?

A．To bulid massive complexes for public amusement. B．To prevent possible damages to the National Park. C．To help protect and improve the Park for all to enjoy. D.To sponsor publicationsand projects in local school. 61. One of thebenefits for members of Friends is to .

A. have Friends’goods free of charge B. visit any place not open to the public

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C.take part in work parties if they want to D.give talks in their fields on current issues

62.The purpose of this poster is to invite more people to_______________.

A. raise money for the Friends organization B. join the Friends organization and be members of it C. work as managers for Pembroke shire National Park D. enjoy the landscape of Pembroke shire National Park

60. A 细节理解题。根据Activities这部分内容的第二段第一句可知，为公众娱乐大兴土木

是对国家公园的威胁，是该机构要阻止的行为。

61. C 细节理解题。根据Benefits这部分内容的第五条可知，该机构成员享有的利益之一就

是参加工作组。

62. B 推理判断题。文章介绍了Friends这一机构的亮点、目标、活动以及该机构成员享有

的权益等，显然，作者的目的是想邀请更多的有志之士加入进来，成为其中一员。

【江西省南昌铁一中2013届月考】 D

Bedford Castle: The Home Of Bedfordshire Royalty

Bedfordshire had its fair share of royal visits from the early stages of the 10th Century onwards and the importance that the county placed on this is evident in the monuments, country houses, churches and any number of other structures that are still present there to this day. Bedford Castle is one of those structures and, although it is nowhere near its former glory today, it is an essential attraction to visit if you really want to grasp what its heritage means to the county! Bedford Castle was built initially as a fortress to help protect Bedfordshire on the south of the River Ouse after the people in the local towns and villages had already been subdued. It was erected in 919 on the orders of King Edward the Elder, although it was destroyed by a Danish invasion years later. This was when it was rebuilt as the castle, of which the ruins exist today! There is a long history behind the castle that involves several kings as a result of the Duke of Bedford being an ardent royalist. Bedford Castle repeatedly offered the kings of England refuge against various storms in the form of onslaughts from abroad and various domestic threats against them, and this is where much of its fame lies, even though the castle itself is no longer there.

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There are various tours of the ruins that you can take when you visit though and all of the guides are extremely knowledgeable. They will happily tell you tales of the mound and the castle that preceded it.

The mound is open to the public all year round and is a proud part of the area’s heritage. It is recommended by the majority of people that visit Bedfordshire because it tells you much about why the county is currently how it is. You can view the river from the mound and the surrounding settlements as well as the remains of the castle, and every moment spent there is worth it so enjoy the history and the very nature of the county itself! 71. What do we know from the first paragraph? A. The royals pay regular visits to Bedfordshire B. Bedfordshire had it fair share of royal visit C. Most of the ancient buildings are in use today D. Bedford Castle represents the heritage of the county

72. The underlined word “initially” in Paragraph 2 probably means _______. A. first of all B. at the beginning C. for one particular purpose D. for a short time 73. The kings of England came to Bedford Castle ______.

A. to seek temporary protection B. to visit the Duke of Bedford C. to enjoy the beauty of nature D. to escape from the bad weather 74. Why are visitors recommended to visit Bedfordshire? ______

A. It is the major heritage in that region B. It reflects the history of the country C. The ancient castle is well worth visiting D. The castle is still in good condition 75. The purpose of writing the text is _______.

A. to introduce Bedford Castle B. to tell the history of Bedfordshire C. to attract tourists to Bedfordshire D. to show where the kings used to go

参 71---75 DBABA

An “apple polisher” is one who gives gifts to win friendship or special treatment. It is not

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exactly a bribe(贿赂), but is close to it.

All sorts of people are apple polishers, including politicians and people in high offices—just about everybody. Oliver Cromwell, the great English leader, offered many gifts to win the support of George Fox and his party, but failed.

There are other phrases meaning the same thing as “apple-polishing”—“soft-soaping” or “buttering-up”. A gift is just one way to “soft-soap” somebody, or to “butter him up”. Another that is just as effective is flattery, giving someone high praise—telling him how good he looks, or how well he speaks, or how talented and wise he is.

Endless are the ways of flattery. Who does not love to hear it? Only an unusual man can resist the thrill of being told how wonderful he is. In truth, flattery is good medicine for most of us, who get so little of it.

We need it to be more sure of ourselves. It cannot hurt unless we get carried away by it. But if we just lap it up for its food value and nourishment, as a cat laps up milk, then we can still remain true to ourselves.

Sometimes, however, flattery will get you nothing from one who has had too much of it. A good example is the famous 12th century legend of King Canute of Denmark and England. The king got tired of listening to endless sickening flattery of his courtiers(朝臣). They overpraised him to the skies, as a man of limitless might.

He decided to teach them a lesson. He took them to the seashore and sat down. Then he ordered the waves to stop coming in. The tide was too busy to listen to him. The king was satisfied. This might show his followers how weak his power was and how empty their flattery. 41. Which of the following activities has nothing to do with “apple-polishing”? A. A boy tells his girlfriend how pretty she looks.

B. An employee tells her boss how good he is at management. C. A knight is said to be of limitless power by his followers. D. A teacher praises her students for their talent and wisdom. 【答案】D

【解析】细节理解题。根据Another that is just as effective is flattery, giving someone high praise—telling him how good he looks夸奖别人的长相是多么地好，是其中的阿谀奉承之一，符合原文；故选D。

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42. What does the writer want to prove with Cromwell’s example? A. Everybody can be an apple-polisher. B. Cromwell was not a good apple-polisher.

C. George Fox and his party were not apple-polishers. D. There are people who don’t like being apple-polished. 【答案】A

【解析】推理判断题。根据All sorts of people are apple polishers, including politicians and people in high offices—just about everybody.所有的人都有可能是拍马屁的人，紧接着短文就以Cromwell为例来论证这个观点，故选A。

43. Which of the following statements about flattery is true according to the author? A. Too much flattery can carry us away. B. Flattery is too empty to do people any good.

C. Flattery can get you nothing but excessive(过度的) pride. D. Flattery is one of the ways to apple-polish people. 【答案】D

【解析】细节理解题。根据There are other phrases meaning the same thing as

apple-polishing”—“soft-soaping” or “buttering-up”. A gift is just one way to “soft-soap” somebody, or to “butter him up”. Another that is just as effective is flattery, 奉承是一个讨好人的方法之一，故选D。

44. Why did King Canute of Denmark and England take his followers to the seashore? A. Because he was sick of his normal life. B. Because he disliked being overpraised any more. C. Because he wanted them to realize how wise he was. D. Because he wanted them to see how weak he was as a king. 【答案】B

【解析】细节理解题。根据The king got tired of listening to endless sickening flattery of his courtiers(朝臣).因为国王不喜欢被他的朝臣过度地奉承，故选B。 45. Who does the author think that flattery can do good to ? A. Those who are politicians or in high offices. C. Those who are really excellent.

B. Those who lack confidence.

D. Those who think highly of themselves.

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【答案】B

【解析】推理判断题。根据We need it to be more sure of ourselves.可以推知奉承对于缺乏自信心的人是有好处的，故选B。

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