1、【由上海市闵行区2014质量调研考试改编】阅读理解。阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information g
2、iven in the passage you have just read.For the most part, it seems, workers in rich countries have little to fear from globalization, and a lot to gain. But is the same thing true for workers in poor countries? The answer is that they are even more likely than their rich-country counterparts (地位相当的人
3、) to benefit, because they have less to lose and more to gain. Traditional economics takes an optimistic line on integration (整合) and the developing countries. Openness to foreign trade and investment should encourage capital to flow to poor economies. In the developing world, capital is scarce, so
4、the returns on investment there should be higher than in the industrialized countries, where the best opportunities to make money by adding capital to labour have already been used up. If poor countries lower their barriers to trade and investment, the theory goes, rich foreigners will want to send
5、over some of their capital. If this inflow of resources arrives in the form of loans or portfolio investment (组合投资), it will top up domestic savings and loosen the financial restriction on additional investment by local companies. If it arrives in the form of new foreign-controlled operations, FDI,
6、so much the better: this kind of capital brings technology and skills from abroad packaged along with it, with less financial risk as well. In either case, the addition to investment ought to push incomes up, partly by raising the demand for labour and partly by making labour more productive. This i
7、s why workers in FDI-receiving countries should be in an even better position to profit from integration than workers in FDI-sending countries. Also, with or without inflows of foreign capital, the same gains from trade should apply in developing countries as in rich ones. This gains from trade logi
8、c often arouses suspicion, because the benefits seem to come from nowhere. Surely one side or the other must lose. Not so. The benefits that a rich country gets through trade do not come at the expense of its poor country trading partners, or vice versa. Recall that according to the theory, trade is
9、 a positive sum game. In all these trades, both sidesexporters and importers, borrowers and lenders, shareholders and workers can gain. 1.Why are workers in poor countries more likely to benefit from the process of globalization?A. They can get more chances to gain a good job.B. They can get more fi
10、nancial aid.C. They have nothing to lose.D. They have less to lose and more to gain.2. What can be the final result of the inflow of the resource?A. It will top up domestic savings.B. It will loosen the financial restriction.C. It will push peoples incomes up.D. It will bring technology and skills f
11、rom abroad.3. What can we know from the last paragraph?A. Poor countries get the most profit during the process of trade.B. Rich countries get profit from trade at poor countries expense.C. Poor countries get more profit from trade than rich ones.D. All aspects involved in the trade can get benefit.
12、4.Which can be the most appropriate title for this passage?A. Benefited or HurtB. Who Benefits the MostC. Helping the PoorD. The Inflow of Resources1.D2.C3.D4.B【广东省2012届高三考前冲刺卷(八)】CThe French word renaissance means rebirth.It was first used in 1855 by the historian Jules Michelet in his History of F
13、rance，then adopted by historians of culture，by art historians，and eventually by music historians，all of whom applied it to European culture during the 150 years spanning 14501600.The concept of rebirth was appropriate to this period of European history because of the renewed interest in ancient Gree
14、k and Roman culture that began in Italy and then spread throughout Europe.Scholars and artists of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries wanted to restore the learning and ideals of the classical civilizations of Greece and Rome.To these scholars this meant a return to humanas opposed to spiritual va
15、lues.Fulfillment in lifeas opposed to concern about an afterlifebecame a desirable goal，and expressing the entire range of human emotions and enjoying the pleasures of the senses were no longer frowned on.Artists and writers now turned to secular(不朽的)as well as religious subject matter and sought to
16、 make their works understandable and appealing.These changes in outlook deeply affected the musical culture of the Renaissance periodhow people thought about music as well as the way music was composed，experienced，discussed，and circulated.They could see the architectural monuments，sculptures(雕塑)，pla
17、ys，and poems that were being rediscovered，but they could not actually hear ancient musicalthough they could read the writings of classical philosophers，poets，essayists，and music theorists that were becoming available in translation.They learned about the power of ancient music to move the listener a
18、nd wondered why modern music did not have the same effect.For example，the influential religious leader Bernardino Cirillo expressed disappointment with the learned music of his time.He urged musicians to follow the example of the sculptors，painters，architects，and scholars who had rediscovered ancien
19、t art and literature.The musical Renaissance in Europe was more a general cultural movement and state of mind than a specific set of musical techniques.Furthermore，music changed so rapidly during this century and a halfthough at different rates in different countriesthat we cannot define a single Re
20、naissance style.36What is the passage mainly about?AThe musical compositions that best illustrate the developments during the European Renaissance.BThe musical techniques that were in use during the European Renaissance.CThe European Renaissance as a cultural development that included changes in mus
21、ical style.DThe ancient Greek and Roman musical practices used during the European Renaissance.37The underlined word “now” in Paragraph 1 refers to _.A1855Bthe period of the RenaissanceCtile time of the classical civilizations of Greece and RomeDthe time at which the author wrote the passage38It can
22、 be inferred from the passage that thinkers of the Renaissance were seeking a rebirth of _.Aspirituality in everyday lifeBcommunication among artists across EuropeCa cultural emphasis on human valuesDreligious themes in art that would accompany the traditional secular themes39What can be inferred ab
23、out the music of ancient Greece and Rome?AIts effect on listeners was described in a number of classical texts.BIt was played on instruments that are familiar to modern audiences.CIt expressed more different ideals than classical sculpture，painting and poetry.DIt had the same effect on Renaissance a
24、udiences as it had when originally performed.40According to the passage，why was Bernardino Cirillo disappointed with the music of his time?AIt did not contain enough religious themes.BIt had little emotional impact on audiences.CIt was not complex enough to appeal to musicians.DIt was too dependent
25、on the art and literature of his time.36C主旨大意题。全文主要讲述了欧洲文艺复兴的发展，其中以音乐风格的变化为主要例证。37B词义猜测题。讲述故事时用now表示“那时，当时”，即故事发生的时候。38C推理判断题。根据第一段第五句“To these scholars this meant a return to humanas opposed to spiritual values.”可知，文艺复兴时期的思想家寻求的是对人的价值的重视。39A推理判断题。根据第二段的“.although they could read the writings of cla
26、ssical philosophers，poets，essayists，and music theorists that were becoming available in translation.They learned about the power of ancient music to move the listener and wondered why.”可推知选A。40D推理判断题。从第二段最后的描述中可以看出，Bernardino Cirillo对他那个时代中的模仿的音乐非常失望，敦促音乐家来向古代雕塑家、画家、建筑师和学者学习，这说明他认为他那个时代的音乐依赖性太强。【广东省
27、2012届高三考前冲刺卷(八)】DThe high school prom is the first formal social event for most American teenagers.It has also been a rite(仪式) of passage for young Americans for nearly a century.The word “prom” was first used in the 1890s，referring to formal dances in which the guests of a party would display their
28、 fashions and dancing skills during the evenings grand march.In the United States，parents and educators have come to regard the prom as an important lesson in social skills.Therefore，proms have been held every year in high schools for students to learn proper social behavior.The first high school pr
29、oms were held in the 1920s in America.By the 1930s，proms were common across the country.For many older Americans，the prom was a modest，homegrown affair in the school gymnasium.Promgoers were well dressed but not fancily dressed up for the occasion：boys wore jackets and ties and girls their Sunday dr
30、esses.Couples danced to music provided by a local amateur band or a record player.After the 1960s，and especially since the 1980s，the high school prom in many areas has become a serious exercise in excessive consumption，with boys renting expensive tuxedos and girls wearing designer gowns.Expensive ca
31、rs were hired to drive the promgoers to big restaurants or discos for an allnight celebrationsWhether simple or lavish，proms have always been more or less upsetting events for adolescents who worry about selfimage and fitting in with their peers.Prom night can be a fearful experience for socially aw
32、kward teens or for those who do not secure dates.Since the 1990s，alternative proms have been organized in some areas to meet the needs of particular students.For example，proms organized by and for homeless youth were reported.There were also “couplefree” proms to which all students are welcome.41In
33、what way are high school proms significant to American teenagers?AThey are part of the graduation ceremony.BThey are occasions for teens to show off their wealth.CThey are important events for teenagers to learn social skills.DThey are formal events in which teens share their fearful experiences.42W
34、hich best expresses the main idea of the third paragraph?AProper social behavior must be observed by promgoers.BProms held in earlier times gave less pressure to teenagers.CProms are regarded as important because everyone dresses up for the occasion.DThe prom has changed from a modest event to an ex
35、pensive party over the years.43According to the text，what led to alternative proms?ANot all students behaved well at the proms.BProms were too serious for young promgoers.CTeenagers wanted to attend proms with their dates.DStudents with special needs did not enjoy conventional proms.44Which is true
36、according to the text?AUnconventional proms have been organized since the 1990s.BIn the 1980s，proms were held in local churches for teenagers to attend.CProms have been a significant event in American high schools since the 1930s.DIn the 1890s，high school proms were allnight social events.45Which of
37、 the following is suggested but not clearly stated?AMany high school students attend proms together with their lovers.BThe first high school proms were held in the 1920s in America.CProm night can be a fearful experience for socially awkward teens.DThe high school prom is the first formal social eve
38、nt for most American teenagers.41C根据第一段首句和第二段末句可知答案。42D第三段主要讲述了proms由简朴到奢华的发展过程。43D答案依据在文章末段。因为传统proms给部分学生带来心理压力，故催生了一些替代形式。44C20世纪90年代之前，不论简朴还是豪华，proms都属传统型的(conventional)，后来才产生了非传统型的，据此排除A项；全文提到的proms的举办场地有学校体育馆、大饭店等，但没有一处提到church，故排除B；第三段说自20世纪30年代proms普及以来，中学生及家长越来越重视，将其看作中学生重大社交活动。据此可确认答案为C；根据
39、第二段可知，19世纪90年代prom还只是成人间的社交舞会，根本未进入学校，故排除D。45A第三段首句、第四段第二句和第一段首句分别明确而具体地交代了B、C、D选项中的信息，只有选项A中的信息在第四段中有暗示“who do not secure dates”，此处的“dates”指约会的恋人。阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。Beijing, April 2-Starting from this year, the Beijing Municipal Health Bureau will begin to promote a home medi
40、cal service. With this service a medical team which is made up of a doctor, a nurse and a medical health worker will be sent to some communities in the city. They will set up a medical filing recorder for every resident in community and publicize their contact information to them. If people in the c
41、ommunity feel sick, they can consult their community doctor first. If community doctors cannot treat their illness, they will then be transferred to large hospitals. Liang Wan, deputy director of the Beijing Municipal Health Bureau, made the statement last Friday . In addition ,the Beijing Municipal
42、 Health Bureau will set up some funds to train home medical service workers for families whose members suffer either from high blood pressure, diabetes,cerebral apoplexy , or coronary heart disease . The home medical service workers will remind patients to take pills on time and lead the patients to
43、 follow some health tips in their daily life. They will also learn some practical knowledge to save patients in case of an emergency .The work will first begin in the medical service room in the 25 community centers and spread to all communities in Beijing. The disease prevention and control centers
44、 at various counties and districts in Beijing will be responsible for teaching community doctors and giving home medical service lectures, or advice . These workers will not be able to work until they pass related examination and obtain the work certificates. It is expected that by the end of this y
45、ear, there will be 10000 home medical service workers in Beijing .26. Where does a person go to see first if he gets sick according to the passage ?A. The community clinics. B. Large hospital .C. Private clinic . D. Small hospital .【答案】A 【解析】细节理解题。根据If people in the community feel sick, they can con
46、sult their community doctor first.如果有人病了首先去社区诊所看病，故选A。27. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?A.The medical team which is made up of a doctor, a nurse and a medical health worker will set up a medical filing record for every resident. B. The home medical service workers not o
47、nly give some healthy suggestions to the patients, but also learn practical knowledge about first aid.C. Some funds will be provided by Beijing Municipal Health Bureau for home medical service training.D. The government aims to offer the home medical service for free.【答案】D【解析】细节理解题。根据选项ABC短文中都已经提到，短
48、文中没有提到政府是无偿地提供家庭医疗服务，故选D。 28. If you want to work as a home medical worker, you need to _.A. receive the training about medical service.B. pass related examinations.C. obtain the work certificates. D. All the above.【答案】D【解析】细节理解题。根据train home medical service workers for families 及These workers will
49、not be able to work until they pass related examination and obtain the work certificates.首先参加专门的培训，然后通过考试获得工作资格证书，故选D。29. What can we learn from the passage?A. All communities in Beijing have started home medical service.B. People in Beijing will not easily get ill.C. Medical service in Beijing will
50、 be promoted greatly in the future.D. The other cities in China should learn from Beijing.【答案】C【解析】推理判断题。根据It is expected that by the end of this year, there will be 10000 home medical service workers in Beijing .在北京的医疗服务将在未来会逐步推广，故选C。30. The main purpose of the passage is _A. to introduce community service in Beijing.B. to report home medical service available in Beijing.C. to provide some efficient treatments for diseases in community.D. to describe a special medical team in Beijing.【答案】B【解析】作者意图题。根据短文的大意可知报道了北京的家庭医学服务，故选B。
