1、黑龙江巴彦县2016高考英语阅读理解二轮基础练习（6）及答案阅读理解。阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。Even before my father left us, my mother had to go back to work to support our family. Once I came out of the kitchen, complaining, “Mom, I cant peel potatoes. I have only one hand.” Mom never looked up from sewing. “You get yours
2、elf into that kitchen and peel those potatoes,” she told me. “And dont ever use that as an excuse for anything again!” In the second grade, our teacher lined up my class on the playground and had each of us race across the monkey bars, swinging from one high steel rod to the next. When it was my tur
3、n, I shook my head. Some kids behind me laughed, and I went home crying. That night I told Mom about it. She hugged me, and I saw her “well see about that” look. The next afternoon, she took me back to school. At the deserted playground, Mom looked carefully at the bars. “Now, pull up with your righ
4、t arm,” she advised. She stood by as I struggled to lift myself with my right hand until I could hook the bar with my other elbow. Day after day we practiced, and she praised me for every rung I reached. Ill never forget the next time, crossing the rungs, I looked down at the kids who were standing
5、with their mouths open. One night, after a dance at my new junior high, I lay in bed sobbing. I could hear Mom come into my room. “Mom,” I said, weeping, “none of the boys would dance with me.” For a long time, I didnt hear anything. Then she said, “Oh, honey, someday youll be beating those boys off
6、 with a bat.” Her voice was faint and cracking. I peeked out from my covers to see tears running down her cheeks. Then I knew how much she suffered on my behalf. She had never let me see her tears.1. Which of the following expressions can be used most suitably to describe Mom s attitude when she mad
7、e the child to peel potatoes?A. Cruel. B. Serious. C. Strict. D. Cold.答案解析：答案为C。 本题为细节推理题。由第二段妈妈说的话 “And dont ever use that as an excuse for anything again!”可知，妈妈的话语非常坚定，对孩子要求非常严格，故答案为C。2. From the passage, we know monkey bars can help a child train _.A. the skill to throw and catch thingsB. the spe
8、ed of ones hand movementC. the strength and skill to hang and swayD. the bodily skill to rotate round a bar答案解析：答案为C。本题为细节推理题。由第三段 “had each of us race across the monkey bars, swinging from one high steel rod to the next.”可知，monkey bars 要求从一根高铁杠摇荡到另外一根，即训练儿童悬挂和摇荡的力气和技巧，故C选项正确。3. What does the senten
9、ce “I saw her well see about that look” imply?A. Mom believed every aim could be achieved if you stuck to it.B. The race across monkey bars was not difficult enough for a child to give up.C. Mom was determined to prove she herself was better than the teacher.D. What the child had said brought Mom gr
10、eat attraction and curiosity.答案解析：答案为A。本题为语义理解题。“I saw her well see about that look” 出现在第四段，由本句话的下文 “The next afternoon, she took me back to school. At the deserted playground, Mom looked carefully at the bars.”和第五段 “Day after day we practiced, and she praised me for every rung I reached.”可知，妈妈听说我因为
11、不会monkey bars而遭到其他小朋友的嘲笑，就日复一日带我去练习，对我每一次的成功都给予表扬，可推断，妈妈那脸上的表情表明在她的内心世界里，她认为不论什么只要坚持就可以取得，故答案为A。B选项只是这句话的表层意思，C、D则离题太远。4. When the child looked down at the kids, they were standing with their mouths open because _.A. they felt sorry for what they had done beforeB. they were afraid the author might f
12、all off and get hurtC. they wanted to see what the author would do on the barsD. they were astonished to find the authors progress答案解析：答案D。本题为细节推理题。由第三段 “Some kids behind me laughed, and I went home crying.” 我不会monkey bars 遭到其他小朋友的嘲笑到第五段 “Ill never forget the next time, crossing the rungs, I looked
13、down at the kids who were standing with their mouths open.” 我会了monkey bars后，其他小朋友自然会对我的进步和成功而感到惊讶，故答案为D。5. The most probable conclusion we can draw after reading the passage is _.A. the last incident was sad enough to make Mom weepB. the childs experience reminded Mom of that of her ownC. Mom could
14、solve any problem except the one in the last paragraphD. in fact Mom suffered more in the process of the childs growth答案解析：答案为D。本题为推理题。由最后一段最后一句话 “Then I knew how much she suffered on my behalf. She had never let me see her tears.” 可知，我最后意识到妈妈在我的成长过程中比我承受的痛苦要多得多，但是她从不让我知道，故答案为D。阅读理解。Why should manki
15、nd explore space? Why should money, time and effort be spent exploring and researching something with so few apparent benefits? Why should resources be spent on space rather than on conditions and people on Earth? These are questions that, understandably, are very often asked. Perhaps the best answe
16、r lies in our genetic makeup(基因构成) as human beings. What drove our ancestors to move from the trees into the plains, and on into all possible areas and environments? The wider the spread of a species, the better its chance of survival. Perhaps the best reason for exploring space is this genetic tend
17、ency to expand wherever possible.Nearly every successful civilization has explored, because by doing so, any dangers in surrounding areas can be identified and prepared for. Without knowledge, we may be completely destroyed by the danger. With knowledge, we can lessen its effects. Exploration also a
18、llows minerals and other potential (潜在的) resources to be found. Even if we have no immediate need of them, they will perhaps be useful later. Resources may be more than physical possessions. Knowledge or techniques have been acquired through exploration. The techniques may have medical applications
19、which can improve the length or quality of our lives. We have already benefited from other spin-offs including improvements in earthquake prediction, in satellites for weather forecasting and in communications systems. Even non-stick pans and mirrored sunglasses are by-products (副产品) of technologica
20、l developments in the space.While many resources are spent on what seems a small return, the exploration of space allows creative, brave and intelligent members of our species to focus on what may serve to save us. While space may hold many wonders and explanations of how the universe was formed or
21、how it works, it also holds dangers. The danger exists, but knowledge can help human being to survive. Without the ability to reach out across space, the chance to save ourselves might not exist.While Earth is the only planet known to support life, surely the adaptive ability of humans would allow u
22、s to live on other planets. It is true that the lifestyle would be different, but human life and cultures have adapted in the past and surely could in the future.16. Why does the author mention the questions in Paragraph 1?A. To express his doubts.B. To compare different ideas.C. To introduce points
23、 for discussion.D. To describe the conditions on Earth.17. What is the reason for exploring space based on Paragraph 2?A. Humans are nature-born to do so.B. Humans have the tendency to fight.C. Humans may find new sources of food.D. Humans dont like to stay in the same place.18. The underlined word
24、“spin-offs” in Paragraph 4 probably refers to_.A. survival chancesB. unexpected benefits C. potential resourcesD. physical possessions19. What makes it possible for humans to live on other planets?A. The adaptive ability of humans.B. Resources on the earth.C. Our genetic makeup. D. By-products in sp
25、ace exploration.20. Which of the statements can best sum up the passage?A. Space exploration has created many wonders.B. Space exploration provided the best value for money.C. Space exploration can benefit science and technology.D. Space exploration may help us avoid potential problems on Earth. 【参考
26、答案16-20】C A B A D阅读理解。阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。(part of Yanglans speech in Beijings bid for the 2008 Olympic games) Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen. Good afternoon! Before I introduce our cultural programs, I want to tell you one thing first about 2008. Youre going to have a great time
27、 in Beijing. Many people are fascinated by Chinas sport legends(传奇)in history. For example, back to Song Dynasty, about the 11th century, people started to play a game called Cuju, which is regarded as the origin of ancient football. The game was very popular and women were also participating. Now,
28、you will understand why our women football team is so good today. . With a concept inspired by the famed Silk Road, our Torch Relay will break new ground, traveling from Olympia through some of the oldest civilizations known to man-Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Byzantine, Mesopotamian, Persian, Arabian, I
29、ndian and Chinese. Carrying the message Share the Peace, Share the Olympics, the eternal flame will reach new heights as it crosses the Himalayas over the worlds highest summit - Mount Qomolangma, which is known to many of you as Mt. Everest. In China, the flame will pass through Tibet, cross the Ya
30、ngtze and Yellow Rivers, travel the Great Wall and visit Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan and the 56 ethnic communities who make up our society. On its journey, the flame will be seen by and inspire more human beings than any previous relay. I am afraid I can not present the whole picture of our cultural pr
31、ograms within such a short period of time. Before I end, let me share with you one story. Seven hundred years ago, amazed by his incredible edtions of a far away land of great beauty, people asked Marco Polo whether his stories about China were true. He answered: What I have told you was not even ha
32、lf of what I saw. Actually, what we have shown you here today is only a fraction of Beijing that awaits you. Ladies and gentlemen, I believe that Beijing will prove to be a land of wonders to athletes, spectators(观众) and the worldwide television audience alike. Come and join us. Thank you, Mr. Presi
33、dent. Thank you all.1. In Yanglans speech, she mentioned a game called Cuju, she implied that _.A. China is the original country of football.B. China is a country with a long history in sports.C. People in China used to play football well.D. Women in China are good at football.答案解析：答案为B。本题为细节推理题。杨澜提
34、到的蹴鞠运动出现在第三段，它是作为例子来证明该段的主题句 “Many people are fascinated by Chinas sport legends in history.” 中国的体育历史悠久，故答案为B。2. Mt. Everest refers to _.A. a person who is known to many people in the world B. Himalayas C. Mount Qomolangma D. the Olympic Torch答案解析：答案为C。本题为细节题。由第四段 “ as it crosses the Himalayas over
35、the worlds highest summit - Mount Qomolangma, which is known to many of you as Mt. Everest.” 可知，Mt. Everest就是Mount Qomolangma，故答案为C。3. Which of the following is not the promise that China will keep to the world?A. Whoever takes part in the Beijing Olympic Games will have a great time in Beijing.B. T
36、he flame will be seen by and inspire more human beings than any previous relay. C. The Olynpic Torch will reach the worlds highest summit - Mount Qomolangma.D. Marco Polos stories will await athletes, spectators and the worldwide television audience.答案解析：答案为D。本题为细节题，注意题干的 “not ”。由倒数第二段 “Ladies and g
37、entlemen, I believe that Beijing will prove to be a land of wonders to athletes, spectators and the worldwide television audience alike.” 可知，北京对于运动员，观众和世界上所有电视台的观众将会充满了奇迹，故可推断A选项符合文意。由第四段最后一句话 “On its journey, the flame will be seen by and inspire more human beings than any previous relay.” 可知，B选项符合
38、文意。由第四段 “the eternal flame will reach new heights as it crosses the Himalayas over the worlds highest summit - Mount Qomolangma, which is known to many of you as Mt. Everest.” 可知，C选项符合文意。由第五段 “He answered: What I have told you was not even half of what I saw. Actually, what we have shown you here to
39、day is only a fraction of Beijing that awaits you.”可知，马可波罗的回答是告诉人们，他所写的故事只是他看到的很少的一部分，实际上，中国还有很多等待世界的人们去了解，故D选项“马可波罗的故事将会等待运动员，观众和世界上所有电视台的观众”错误。故答案为D。4. Marco Polo s answer meant that _A. what he wrote was half better than what he saw.B. he was interested in half of what he had seen. C. he was not
40、able to describe the beauty of the faraway land.D. there were so many true stories that he could only tell part of them.答案解析：答案为D。本题为细节推理题。结合上题对D选项的分析可知，马可波罗的话是在强调中国的故事太多了，他只描述了很少的一部分，故答案为D。 干扰项最强的C选项 “他不能描述远方大陆的美”不是马可波罗所说的侧重点，故错误。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。Philip was a nine-year-old
41、boy in a Sunday school class of 8-year-old girls and boys. Sometimes the third graders didnt welcome Philip into their group and usually tricked him. This was not because he was older, but because he was “different”. You see, Philip suffered from a condition called Downss Syndrome. This made him “di
42、fferent”, with his facial characteristics, slow responses and mental problems. One Sunday after Easter, the Sunday school teacher gathered some plastic eggs that pulled apart in the middle. The teacher gave one to each child. On that beautiful spring day, the children were to go out and discover for
43、 themselves some symbol of “new life” and place it inside the plastic eggs. After the children returned to the classroom, the teacher opened their eggs one by one, asking each child to explain that symbol of “new life”. The first opened egg contained a flower. Everyone cheered. In another was a butt
44、erfly. When the teacher opened the last egg, it was empty. “Thats stupid,” said someone. The teacher felt a pull at his shirt. It was Philip. Looking up, Philip said, “Its mine. I did it. Its empty. I have new life, because the tomb is empty.” Not a sound was heard in class at all. From that day on,
45、 Philip became a real part of the group. They welcomed him, and whatever made him different was never mentioned again. Philips family knew he wouldnt live a long life, for there were too many things wrong with him.1. The underlined word “condition” in the first paragraph probably means _. A. grade B
46、. status C. health D. disease2. It can be inferred from the first paragraph that _. A. The 8-year-olds were sometimes cruel B. The 8-year-olds were friendly to Philip C. Philip was really different in school D. Philip was older and more sensitive3. The teacher gave each child one plastic egg to let
47、them _. A. play around on that beautiful spring day B. put some symbol of “new life” into it C. try to pull it apart in the middle D. go out and discover themselves 4. After Philip explained his new life, _. A. The class thought he was clever. B. The class fell silent. C. He began to study in the class. D. He felt dying.5. We learn from the passage that _. A. The teacher used to have classes outdoors B. The Philips new life wish was empty C. Philip was healthy as a whole D. Philip was accepted by his classmates in the end【参考答案】D A B B D
