1、课时提能练(十一).阅读理解A(山东省淄博市2020届高三第二次检测)Some of Our New ProgramsSTEM Inventions with littleBitsIn this invention workshop, students enhance their skills with a great new system of discovery called littleBits. Its a platform of easytouse electronic building blocks that empower you to invent anything, from
2、 your own remotecontrolled car to a smart home device. Students will begin with several inventions designed to let them figure out how the components go together, and then they will design and create their own inventions. Ages 712.Introduction to Computer AnimationIn this new program, you will have
3、fun designing and creating your own videos. Students will learn the basic skills which are needed to create and animate. Whether you are making a LEGO brickfilm, producing a claymation (黏土动画) or capturing a flowers blooming, you can bring anything to life with computer animation. Ages 712.Computer P
4、rogramming with OzobotIn this exciting new program,robotics and coding will become elementary!Have fun expanding your horizons with the help of Ozobotthe tiny smart robot. There is no end to the possibilities, as you create a different landscape of adventures, games and programs with Ozobot. Student
5、s will use markers, tablets and laptops for coding. Ages 712.Super Science STEM ChallengesIn this engineering camp, you will have fun integrating Science,Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics by building and designing a wide range of gadgets (小装置), inventive machines, towers and more.Projects inc
6、lude: the Great Tower Challenge, the Standing Cup Pyramid Challenge, Egg Drop Challenge and a host of other fun contests designed to bring out the engineer in you! Ages 712.【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文,介绍了四个可供7至12岁孩子学习发明创造的新项目,并分别提供了每个项目的内容、优势等信息。1What do students acquire with littleBits?AThe chances to have fun.
7、BThe skills in inventing.CThe power to think.DThe permission for designing.B细节理解题。根据题干中的littleBits可以定位到STEM Inventions with littleBits部分。根据该部分中的“Its a platform of easytouse electronic building blocks that empower you to invent anything,from your own remotecontrolled car to a smart home device.”可知,li
8、ttleBits这个平台有易于组装的电子元件,就像积木一样,让你可以创造任何东西,从你自己的遥控汽车到智能家居设备。由此可知,在这个平台上,学生可以获得一些创造方面的技能,故选B项。2What can we know about Ozobot?AIt is of similar size to humans.BIt functions as a computer.CIt can assist children to code.DIt can use markers, tablets and laptops.C细节理解题。根据题干中的Ozobot可以定位至Computer Programming
9、 with Ozobot部分。根据该部分中的“In this exciting new program,robotics and coding will become elementary!”和“There is no end to the possibilities,as you create a different landscape of adventures,games and programs with Ozobot.”可知,在这个项目中,机器人应用和编码是最基本的。在Ozobot的帮助下,学生们可以发现创造的无限可能性,由此可知,Ozobot可以帮助学生编程序。故选C项。3Whic
10、h program is suitable for a kid who is competitive?ASTEM Inventions with littleBits.BIntroduction to Computer Animation.CComputer Programming with Ozobot.DSuper Science STEM Challenges.D推理判断题。根据Super Science STEM Challenges部分中的“Projects include:the Great Tower Challenge,the Standing Cup Pyramid Chal
11、lenge,Egg Drop Challenge and a host of other fun contests designed to bring out the engineer in you!”可知,这一夏令营项目包含了一系列有趣的比赛,因此喜好竞争的孩子可以选择Super Science STEM Challenges,故选D项。B(山东新高考命题研究专家原创卷)Two Types of Dog TrainersPet Dog TrainersMany pet dog trainers are selfemployed small business owners. In additi
12、on to training dogs, they also must attend to the details of running a business.Some enter this field with love for dogs only to find that they dont feel the same about running a business. The other thing that disappoints or even breaks some new trainers is handling owners of dogs.People have more v
13、aried personalities than the dogs they own.They will come to you with different opinions on what works and they may even question your training methods.Service Dog TrainersTraining service dogs can be an attractive choice,because you get indepth work with the dogs and you are performing a valuable a
14、nd popular public service. There are no dog owners to deal with until the training is over. You also do not have to run a business because most service dog training is done through nonprofit organizations.But there are also some downsides.You need to be physically fit to work with large dogs all day
15、 long. Pay is usually low because it is a nonprofit service.How toBecome a Dog TrainerYou should start by reading books on dog training.Dealing with your own dog is good practice.If you know a professional dog trainer in your area, ask if you can work as an assistant.MoreInformationabout a DogTraini
16、ng CareerThere are two professional organizations that offer dog training certifications. Join these organizations and follow their instructions on becoming certified.The two organizations are: The Association of Professional Dog Trainers, National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors. To find a
17、 service dog school,please click USA_Service_Dog_Registration.【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。文中介绍了两种驯狗师的工作职责、特点以及成为驯狗师的途径等。4What may cause some people to give up being pet dog trainers?ALacking skills to operate a business.BHating to be asked so many questions.CFailing to reach agreements with dog owners.DKnowing l
18、ittle about how to properly train dogs.C细节理解题。依据Pet Dog Trainers部分的“The other thing that disappoints or even breaks some new trainers is handling owners of dogs.question your training methods”可知,会使一些新驯狗师失望甚至心碎的是他们和狗的主人意见不一或者他们的训练方法会被质疑,即他们与狗的主人难以就驯狗达成一致。故选C项。5Which is the benefit of being a service
19、dog trainer?AThe nonprofit service pays you well.BYou may become physically fit.CService dogs are much easier to train.DYou can train dogs the way you like.D细节理解题。依据Service Dog Trainers部分的“you get indepth work with the dogs. There are no dog owners to deal with until the training is over”可知,作为一名serv
20、ice dog trainer,你可以按照你喜欢的方式去训练狗,故选D项。6Where is the text properly taken from?AA job website.BA training centre ad.CAn animal magazine.DA pet care brochure.A文章出处题。依据文章标题Two Types of Dog Trainers和文中对两种类型的驯狗师的介绍以及结尾的“To find a service dog school,please click USA_Service_Dog_Registration”可知选A。句中的click表示“
21、(在计算机屏幕上用鼠标)点击,单击”。C(山东省淄博市20192020学年度高三模拟考试)Artwhether you choose to create it yourself or simply observe and enjoy itis a relaxing and inspiring activity for many people.However, the particular benefits of artistic expression go much further.Studies suggest that art therapy(疗法) can be very valuabl
22、e in treating issues such as depression and anxiety disorder.It is a great way to express your emotions without words, process complex feelings and find relief.You dont necessarily have to see a therapist in order to experience some of the benefits of artistic expression. There are many simple activ
23、ities you can try from the comfort of your home such as art journaling, drawing, making collections, sculpting with clay, etc. It doesnt matter what media you choose. The only thing that matters is that you feel comfortable using it.Human beings are naturally creative, and all you need to do to comp
24、lete an art therapy activity successfully is to be with yourself and your emotions. Once you free your creativity, your inner artist will quickly wake up.However,working with a licensed therapist also has its advantages because a professional can tailor each activity to your own needs. If the activi
25、ties are done in a group, they are excellent for building healthy connections with other people, which may be very helpful if you are fighting depression.Experts agree that art therapy has many benefits, from promoting your selfrespect, and providing you with a safe outlet to relieve your emotions,
26、to giving you a sense of control over your life and helping you to get to know and understand yourself better. During the process of art creation, you will be taking yourself on a journey of selfdiscovery that will help you get rid of emotional roadblocks, and learn how to communicate with yourself
27、and others.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。艺术疗法是一种心理治疗方法,文章介绍了这一治疗方法以及它的好处。7What is art therapy used for?ALearning drawing skills.BExpressing art with words.CPreventing physical diseases.DImproving mental health.D推理判断题。根据第二段“Studies suggest that art therapy(疗法) can be very valuable in treating issues such as depress
28、ion and anxiety disorder.It is a great way to express your emotions without words,process complex feelings and find relief”可知,艺术疗法在治疗抑郁和焦虑性障碍等心理问题上有重要价值,是处理复杂的感情、获得解脱的好方法,由此可推断,艺术疗法能够改善心理健康。8To finish a successful art therapy, youd better _.Ahave a gift for artBhave a strong willCbe honest with your
29、selfDhold back your emotionsC细节理解题。根据第三段的“and all you need to do to complete an art therapy activity successfully is to be with yourself and your emotions”可知,成功完成艺术治疗活动需要面对真正的自己和自己的情感,即坦诚面对自己。9Why are group activities needed when dealing with depression?ATo set an example.BTo promote communication.C
30、To build up friendships.DTo wake up the inner artist.B细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的“If the activities are done in a group,they are excellent for building healthy connections with other people,which may be very helpful if you are fighting depression”可知,参加集体活动有助于与他人建立健康的联系,对于对抗抑郁有很大帮助。10What does the author intend t
31、o do in the last paragraph?AExplain the advantages of art therapy.BGive some details about art creation.CProvide some advice for readers.DSummarize the previous paragraphs.A写作意图题。最后一段首句的“Experts agree that art therapy has many benefits”为该段的主题句,下文是对艺术疗法好处的具体说明,如促进自尊、提供缓解情绪的渠道、帮助更好地了解自己等,综合以上内容可知,作者在最
32、后一段说明了艺术疗法的优势。.阅读七选五(福建省2020年高三毕业班质检)Exploring work possibilities is quite an emotional challenge for people.The desire to simplify the process by focusing on one attractive option,instead of keeping your eyes open for even more possibilities, can be very strong.Naturally,wed rather make a decision
33、in a hurry. 1 However, putting off a decision until after you have done your detective work can make you pay a price in ways you cant even imagine now.So, learn to explore work possibilities as though it was a treasure hunt.Uncertainty is not the only challenge holding you back. 2 You may be unwilli
34、ng to ask strangers about their work or to ask your colleagues for help because you fear rejection. Maybe you fear failure. Dont let these fears block your search. Remember that one definition of success is “doing your very best to realize your dreams” 3 There are three ways to learn about work poss
35、ibilities that you already know and to discover more possibilities.1The easiest and quickest way is to read career information materials available on the Internet, in newspapers and magazines.2 4 They can give you an “insiders opinion”. Spend your time with those people as actively as possible by as
36、king about the local situation or other things not covered in print materials.3The best way to learn about the work is to “try it on for size” by getting some related experience. 5 That greatly increases your ability to “mix and match” information later on to discover, or even create work possibilit
37、ies that would be ideal for you.AIdentify your own ability.BExplore as many options as possible.CWe wouldnt like to live with uncertainty.DThe only way you can fail is to do nothing.ETalk to people who are knowledgeable about the work.FThe following is what you should do to explore work possibilitie
38、s.GFear is most likely the biggest emotional challenge of successful career building.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文,主要说明了我们有必要尽可能多地探究自己在各种工作方面的可能性,还介绍了三种针对如何探究自己可能从事的工作的建议。1C逻辑推断。后文讲的是,然而直到你做完所有调查工作后才做决定可能会让你付出各种现在意想不到的代价;根据后文的However可知,设空处与下一句应为转折关系。故C项(我们不喜欢忍受不确定性)符合语境。2G语境推断。根据设空处前一句“Uncertainty is not the only
39、challenge holding you back.”可知,此处表示还有其他阻碍我们的挑战,故G项(恐惧最有可能是成功发展职业生涯所面临的最大的情感挑战)符合语境。G项中的emotional challenge与后文的“fear rejection.fear failure”和“Dont let these fears block your search.”呼应。3D语境推断。空前一句表示,记住成功的其中一个定义就是“尽你所能去实现你的梦想”。由此可推知,设空处应表示,我们要敢于做事情,也就是不能什么也不做,故D项(唯一能让你失败的方式就是你什么也不做)符合语境。4E语境推断。空后一句讲到,
40、他们可以给你提供“业内人士的意见”,设空处应包含后文中的They所指代的具体内容。结合选项可知,E项(与在工作方面知识广博的人交谈)符合语境,其中people who are knowledgeable about the work呼应后文中的They。5B语境推断。根据设空处后一句“That greatly increases your ability tomix and matchinformation later on to discover,or even create work possibilities that would be ideal for you.”可知,设空处阐述的应是该做的事情,结合文章内容可知,B项(尽可能多地探索各种选择)符合语境。