1、40分阅读理解提分练(五)阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。A2022武汉市武昌区高三质量检测Connecting authors with audiences and helping readers discover new books, independent bookstores contribute greatly to the literacy and culture of the United States.The Haunted Book Shop in Mobile, Ala
2、bamaLocated in the charming downtown area of Mobile, Alabama, it is a good place for writers in another way as well. It has a Writers Room where local authors can schedule time to write in a cool environment with easy access to reference books. It categorizes its fiction so that its easy to find exa
3、ctly what youre looking for. Beyond books, a friendly cat usually greets customers at the door.Barts Books in Ojai, CaliforniaIt occupies bookshelves which expand onto the ground surrounding the shop. The outdoor shelves were designed to appear like Parisian booksellers along the Seine. The naturali
4、stic setting represents the love of nature, which draws many people to the Ojai Valley, and it is proud of being the worlds biggest outdoor bookstore. It has a wide variety of books in its collection of over 130，000 new and used books.Little Shop of Stories in Decatur, GeorgiaIt is a beloved booksto
5、re in 133A East Court Square in Decatur, Georgia. Specializing in finding the perfect books for children, people want every young reader who walks into the shop to see themselves reflected in the books on the shelves. Kids have even more opportunities to have fun, thanks to bookthemed summer camps,
6、a summer reading program.Page & Palette in Fairhope, AlabamaIt is a striking, memorable bookshop in Fairhope, a peaceful community in Alabama. It has been an independent, familyowned bookshop for three generations and has been considered a local landmark for decades. They host events for both nation
7、ally known authors and local upandcomers. Kids will delight in stuffed animals and toys in addition to childrens books.1What makes The Haunted Book Shop different from other shops?AIts reading program.BIts writing workshop.CIts abundant collection.DIts outdoor bookshelves.2Who is more likely to visi
8、t Barts Books?AA booklover fond of cats.BAn author expert in history.CA teenager tired of cities and noises.DAn amateur enthusiastic about writing.3What do Little Shop of Stories and Page & Palette have in common?AThey appeal to children.BThey become landmarks.CThey have a long history.DThey hold su
9、mmer camps.B2022济南市高考模拟考试Whether it is a person, an animal, or even an insect, a mothers instincts (本能) are never wrong. This idea rings true for a mother cat who acted fast and sought help when her kittens were in trouble. This mother cats quick thinking may have just saved her babies.In the urban
10、district of Izmir in western Turkey, a cat walked into a regular hospital holding a kitten in her mouth. As the mother cat moved through the hospital, people were surprised to see such a sight, but let her pass. The mother cat asked for help, crying for a long time. She was familiar to the hospital
11、staff, who had been leaving her food and water outside, but they were unaware that she had given birth to kittens.The mother cat was concerned for her young because they werent able to open their eyes. After the doctors looked at the kittens, they noticed that they were suffering from eye infections
12、. One of the doctors recalls, “We consulted vets (兽医) and gave medicine as described. When the kittens opened their eyes a short time later, we were excited.” Later, they were sent to an animal hospital for further care. The cats are now up for adoption and will hopefully find loving homes.When it c
13、omes to mother cats and kittens, kittens completely depend on mothers for the first few months of their lives. Because they are blind and almost deaf until about two or three weeks old, the mother cats must protect them from any threat or danger. Without the mother cats help, the kittens may not mak
14、e it to adulthood.As shown by the mother cat in Turkey, a mothers love and protection know no bounds. Whether the mom is a human or a cat, she will always look out for their babies and make sure they are safe and healthy.4Why did the mother cat show up in the hospital?ATo seek food.BTo express thank
15、s.CTo get her babies treated.DTo give birth to her babies.5How did the doctors help the baby cats?AThey built them a home.BThey adopted all of them.CThey gave them right medicine.DThey operated on them immediately.6What makes newlyborn cats dependent on their mothers?ATheir physical state.BTheir eat
16、ing habit.CTheir appearance.DTheir behavior.7What can we learn from the story?AA cat has nine lives.BLove makes a difference.COne good turn deserves another.DGod helps those who help themselves.C2022合肥市高三第二次教学质量检测City parks have long been a place for urban residents to get a small amount of green. A
17、s cities increasingly feel the impacts of rising seas and temperatures, people are rethinking the roles of urban parks.All of the darkgray asphalt (沥青) in cities collect heat. Dallas is one of the countrys fastestwarming cities thanks in part to its extensive impervious (不透水的) surfaces, but with a n
18、ew $312 million bond package, the city is hoping to change that. Using satellite data, the city is able to see what neighborhoods most need the cooling effect of green space.Cities are increasingly flooding and city planners think parks can help with this issue too. A report published in February by
19、 The Nature Conservancy looked at the best ways to deal with flooding in Houston, a city with many neighborhoods built on floodplains and regularly flooded by rising waters. Offering affected homeowners buyouts and transforming homes into green space would save more money than installing infrastruct
20、ure (基础设施) like pipes, they found.Brendan Shane, a climate program director, says parks can create opportunities for people to exercise and play, in addition to cooling neighborhoods and absorbing floodwater. “The stronger the bonds are between neighbors, the better they are able to react to a shock
21、，” he says.“Not a single solution by itself will avoid the climate crisis. We see parks as an important part of it, but there is no silver_bullet，” says Diane Regas, CEO of The Trust for Public Land. “Parks are an example of what we in the environmental community need to do to reach solutions that a
22、ddress climate change and make peoples lives better at the same time.”8What does the city Dallas want to deal with?AThe lack of green space.BThe way of collecting heat.CThe effect of rising seas.DThe bond between neighborhoods.9What can be inferred from the report by The Nature Conservancy?ACities i
23、n the world are frequently flooded.BCity parks may help prevent city flooding.CCities neednt invest much money in infrastructure.DCity parks affect peoples choice of a neighborhood.10What does Brendan Shane say about parks?AThey can enable people to get over a shock.BThey can reduce air pollution ef
24、fectively.CThey can perform positive social functions.DThey can help people to keep a cool head.11What does the underlined phrase “silver bullet” in Paragraph 5 mean?AA fast and effective solution.BA successful example.CAn immediate and clear cause.DAn impractical method.D2022烟台市高考诊断性测试Most teenager
25、s are still trying to find their passion and purposes in life. However, not Gitanjali Rao. The 15yearold girl has been coming up with innovative solutions to worldwide problems since she was ten. It is, therefore, not surprising that the teenager has won the honor of “Americas Top Young Scientist”In
26、 the third grade, Rao was inspired to build a device after witnessing the shocking story unfold in Flint, Michigan, where costcutting measures led to the use of a polluted river as the citys primary water supply and incredibly high levels of lead made their way into peoples drinking water.After two
27、months research, Rao designed a small and portable device that used sensors to instantly detect lead in water. Called Tethys, after the Greek Goddess (女神) of freshwater, it attaches to a cell phone and informs the residents via an App if their drinking water contains lead. The design earned her the
28、3M Young Scientist Challenge in 2017. She is currently working with scientists and medical professionals to test Tethys potential and hopes the device will be ready for commercial use by 2022.Later, Rao took on another social issuedrug addiction. Her App, called Epione, which won the Health Pillar P
29、rize at the TCS Ignite Innovation Student Challenge in May 2019, is designed to catch drug addiction in young adults before its too late.More recently, the teenager has developed an App named Kindly, which uses artificial intelligence technology to detect possible signs of cyberbullying (网上欺凌). When
30、 users type in a word or phrase, Kindly is able to pick it up if its bullying, and then it gives the option to edit it or send it the way it is. It gives them the chance to rethink what they are saying so that they know what to do next time.All kinds of awesome, Gitanjali Rao has been selected from
31、5，000 equally impressive nominees (被提名人) for TIME Magazines firstever “Kid of the Year”12What gave Rao the idea of inventing the device Tethys?AThe incident of lead pollution.BThe issue with drug addiction.CThe shortage of water supplies.DThe high cost of purifying water.13What is Rao expecting of T
32、ethys?AItll remove metal from water.BItll make it to market soon.CItll win her a higher prize.DItll be fitted to cell phones.14What will Kindly allow users to do?AReceive prewarning signals of threat.BInput words into a computer automatically.C.Choose from secure social networking sites.D.Weigh thei
33、r words before posting them online.15Which of the following can best describe Gitanjali Rao as a young scientist?AAmbitious and humble.BOptimistic and adventurous.CTalkative and outstanding.DCreative and productive.第二节(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。2022福州市高三质量检测If you ha
34、ve been diagnosed with panic disorder, then you have likely experienced constant fear and anxiety. Research has shown that using relaxation techniques can help reduce nervousness.Some common techniques include breathing exercises or yoga. _16_ Another powerful one is visualization, which can help yo
35、u relieve stress. It involves using mental imagery to achieve a more relaxed state of mind.Similar to daydreaming, visualization is accomplished through the use of your imagination. There are reasons why visualization can help you cope with panic disorder or panic attacks. _17_ When experiencing a p
36、anic attack, you may focus on the worry, the worst things that can happen and other concerns that only add to your sense of fearfulness. Visualization works to expand your ability to relax by focusing your mind on more calming images.Before visualization, make sure your environment is set up for you
37、r comfort. To better relax, get rid of any distractions (分心的事物), such as phones, pets or TV. _18_ Remove any heavy jewelry or restricting clothing. Get ready to relax by either sitting or lying down in a position that makes you feel the most comfortable. _19_ Feel free to change it to better suit yo
38、ur needs and imagination. _20_ Through regular practice, you will more easily be able to use visualization when you really need it, such as when you start feeling the physical symptoms of panic and anxiety.ATake your time and slowly open your eyes.BThen you may begin your visualization exercise.CIf
39、the scene doesnt fit you, try your own visualization.DThey are relatively easy to learn and can be practiced daily.EConsider how your thoughts wander when you feel panic or anxiety.FTry to find a quiet place where you will most likely be undisturbed.GTo get better at visualization, try practicing at
40、 least several times a day.40分阅读理解提分练(五)第一节A语篇类型：应用文主题语境：人与社会社会与文化四个书店1答案与解析：B理解具体信息。根据第二段的第二句“It has a.reference books”可知，The Haunted Book Shop的特别之处在于有专门的作者房间，当地的作者可以安排时间在凉爽的环境中写作，并很容易获得参考书。2答案与解析：C推断。根据第三段的第二、三句“The outdoor shelves.biggest outdoor bookstore”可知，Barts Books是世界上最大的户外书店，自然环境代表了人们对自然的热
41、爱，这吸引了很多人来到该书店。据此可以推知，厌倦城市和噪声的青少年更可能到此书店。3答案与解析：A理解具体信息。根据第四段尾句“Kids have even.reading program”可知，Little Shop of Stories由于有以图书为主题的夏令营和一个暑期阅读项目，孩子们在该书店会玩得很开心。根据第五段尾句“Kids will delight.childrens books”可知，在Page & Palette，除了儿童读物，孩子们还会喜欢动物标本和玩具。据此可知，这两个书店的共同之处是它们对儿童有吸引力。B语篇类型：记叙文主题语境：人与自然人与动物母爱是天性，是本能【语篇
42、解读】本文主要讲述了一个猫妈妈叼着自己感染眼疾的猫宝宝去医院寻求帮助，并得到帮助的故事。4答案与解析：C理解具体信息。根据第三段中的“The mother cat.from eye infections”可知，猫妈妈出现在医院里是为了给自己的猫宝宝寻求治疗，故C项正确。5答案与解析：C理解具体信息。根据第三段中一名医生的回忆“We consulted vets (兽医) and gave medicine as described”可知，医生询问兽医之后，给猫宝宝用了药，故C项正确。6答案与解析：A理解具体信息。根据第四段中的“Because they are.three weeks old”
43、可知，新出生的猫宝宝之所以依赖妈妈是因为它们的身体状态还不足以让它们独立，故A项正确。7答案与解析：B推断。根据文章内容尤其是最后一段中的“a mothers love.safe and healthy”可知，文章讲述了母爱的力量。由此可知，爱可以带来不同，可以产生影响，故B项正确。C语篇类型：说明文主题语境：人与社会科学与技术公园的新作用【语篇解读】全球气候变暖影响着地球的生态环境。但研究发现，公园的绿地可以降低温度，利用公园还可以缓解洪水问题。8答案与解析：A理解具体信息。根据第二段中的“Using satellite data.of green space”可知，Dallas想要解决的是
44、该城市缺乏绿地的问题。9答案与解析：B推断。根据第三段提及的大自然保护协会的报告内容可知，该报告探讨了休斯敦应对洪水的最佳方法。他们发现，与安装管道等基础设施相比，收购受影响的房屋并将其改成绿地会节省更多的钱。据此可以推知，城市公园有可能防止洪水。10答案与解析：C理解具体信息。根据第四段中的“Brendan Shane.and absorbing floodwater”可知，Brendan Shane认为公园可以为人们创造锻炼和玩耍的机会，还可以为社区降温和吸收洪水。据此可知，公园可以发挥积极的社会功能。11答案与解析：A理解词汇。根据最后一段的第一句“Not a single.the cl
45、imate crisis”可知，没有一个单独的解决方案能够避免气候危机。再结合该段第二句可知，公园是解决方案中的重要组成部分，但并没有什么快速有效的解决方案。故A项正确。D语篇类型：记叙文主题语境：人与自我人物故事Rao的三项发明及其获得的荣誉【语篇解读】文章主要讲述了Rao从10岁开始就为解决世界性问题去构思各种创新的解决方案。本文主要介绍了她的三项发明及其获得的荣誉。12答案与解析：A细节理解题。该题问的是什么给了Rao发明Tethys装置的灵感。根据关键句“In the third grade, Rao was inspired to build a device after witne
46、ssing the shocking story unfold in Flint, Michigan, where costcutting measures led to the use of a polluted river as the citys primary water supply and incredibly high levels of lead made their way into peoples drinking water.”(第二段)和“After two months research, Rao designed a small and portable devic
47、e that used sensors to instantly detect lead in water. Called Tethys.”(第三段第一、二句)可知，铅污染事件给了Rao发明Tethys装置的灵感。故选A。13答案与解析：B细节理解题。该题问的是Rao对Tethys有什么期望。根据关键句“She is currently working with scientists and medical professionals to test Tethys potential and hopes the device will be ready for commercial use b
48、y 2022.”(第三段最后一句)可知，Rao希望Tethys能尽快投入市场。故选B。14答案与解析：D细节理解题。该题问的是Kindly将允许用户做什么。根据关键句“When users type in a word or phrase, Kindly is able to pick it up if its bullying, and then it gives the option to edit it or send it the way it is. It gives them the chance to rethink what they are saying so that th
49、ey know what to do next time.”(第五段最后两句)可知，Kindly允许用户在发送文字前权衡一下自己所说的话。故选D。15答案与解析：D推理判断题。该题问的是下面哪项能最好地描述年轻的科学家Gitanjali Rao。根据第一段第三句“The 15yearold girl has been coming up with innovative solutions to worldwide problems since she was ten.”可知，这个l5岁的女孩从10岁起就为世界各地的问题去构思各种创新的解决方案，这说明她富有创造性；再根据文章第三至五段介绍的Ra
50、o的三项发明可知，她是一个多产的科学家。故选D。第二节语篇类型：说明文主题语境：人与社会心理健康缓解惊恐性障碍【语篇解读】本文主要讲了缓解惊恐性障碍的方法可视化(visualization)的注意事项。16答案与解析：D结合空后一句“Another powerful one is visualization”可知，空处应该会承接上一句，上一句讲到了“常见的技巧包括呼吸练习或瑜伽”，因此，空处应该是对这些练习的描述，故D项“它们相对容易学习，并且(你)可以每天练习”符合语境。17答案与解析：E空前一句讲到了“可视化可以帮助你应对惊恐性障碍或惊恐发作是有多种原因的”，因此，空处应该会开始讲述原因，
51、再结合空后的“当经历惊恐发作时，你可能会关注焦虑等”可知，E项“当你感到恐慌或焦虑的时候，想想你的思维是怎样游走的”能够引出下文，故E项符合语境。18答案与解析：F根据本段的中心句可知，本段主要讲述了可视化练习之前应创建一个舒适的环境，且空前空后均讲到了创造舒适环境的措施，故F项“试着找一个你最不可能被打扰的安静之地”符合语境。19答案与解析：B根据空前一句中的“Get ready to relax by either sitting or lying down in a position”可知，一切已经就绪，因此，空处应该会讲到你可以开始可视化练习了，故B项符合语境。20答案与解析：G上一段讲到一切已经就绪可以开始可视化练习了，空后一句讲到“Through regular practice”，因此，空处应该会讲到要多进行可视化练习，故G项符合语境。