1、高考资源网（） 您身边的高考专家2015届高考英语二轮专题训练：阅读理解6ADo you know it takes 110 gallons of water to grow one pound of corn？Watering your garden from a hose(水管)can use 3 to 10 gallons of water per minute.If youre planning to start a garden or green lawn(草坪)，you could easily end up increasing your water bill and water
2、 consumption.Rain barrels(圆桶)are a great choice to help you save money.In addition to catching rain water that would otherwise go to waste，rain barrels reduce water run off that carries pollution to our lakes and streams；it controls the level of humidity around the foundation of houses and reduces w
3、ater bills.The water collected by rain barrels is not good for human consumption，but it can be used to water plants，fill pools and wash your cars and gardening tools.It can be also used for bird bath and fountains.Rain barrels can be found at most home improvement stores；some come readymade and some
4、 require assembly (组装)You can also make your own with ease using the guides or directions found on doityourself sites such as and .Mosquitoes may use your rain barrel as a breeding(繁殖)ground.To deter it，cover the top of your rain barrel with a screen and seal all other openings.If you plan to use yo
5、ur rain barrel for lawn and garden uses，its a good idea to include a tap at the bottom of the barrel for hose connection.Rain barrels are a more environmentallyfriendly way to maintain your lawn and gardens.They can potentially save you money on your water bill.An investment in rain barrels is a“dro
6、p in the bucket”compared to the money you can save with time，not to mention the part youll play in ensuring a clean water supply for future generations.用桶接雨水用于日常生活(饮用除外)不但可以节约用水，节省开支，而且还有利于环保，不失为一举多得的好主意。1The author lists the figures in Para.1 in order to_.Aadvise us to think again before we start a
7、 gardenBprovide the reason for the necessity of rain barrelsCshow the importance of water to crops and gardensDshow off his knowledge about farming and gardening4Which is the best title for this passage?AReduce your water bill with a rain barrel.BTry to save more water for future generations.CHow to
8、 maintain a garden of your own economically.DRain barrels for good environmentsdo it yourself!解析：标题判断题。本文主要介绍了用水桶接雨水用于日常生活可以节省水费。答案：ABThe olive is one of the oldest planted crops known to man and is still widely grown in the Mediterranean.An olive tree can have a life of 500 years and is strong enou
9、gh to continue to grow if ever chopped to the ground.It takes up four years before the olive tree is ripe enough to bear fruit.Olive trees originated in the Mediterranean region where there is the perfect climate for the olive tree planting.It is characterized by abundant sunshine yearround and hot，
10、dry summers with an average temperature of 80F.In winter，it rarely drops below 50F.Olive trees were first planted by humans around 4000 BC in an area known as the Fertile Crescent.Before the areas became desert，countries such as modernday Turkey and Iraq had a lush environment with soil that plants
11、grow well.Archaeological findings suggest that farming began in the Fertile Crescent before 7000 BC.Instead of living as huntergatherers，these early humans settled down and harvested native plants.They selected olive trees that produced larger and oilier olives than the wild trees.Olives and olive o
12、il became valuable trade items between societies and civilizations.People who moved from one place to another and traders from the Fertile Crescent introduced olive oil to Syria and Crete，which spread to Egypt，Greece，and Rome.It continued to migrate westward until olive trees were first introduced t
13、o California between 1769 and 1785.The olive tree and olive oil have important symbolism in each religion.In Christianity，a dove(鸽子)brought an olive branch to Noah as a symbol of peace and new life after God flooded the Earth.The Prophet Muhammad suggested the use of olive oil for medicinal(药用的)purp
14、oses and massage(按摩)Olive oil has medicinal benefits.Olive oil has been used for health benefits.Regular eating olive oil can reduce the risk of cancers. It was used during the Spanish Civil War from 1808 to 1813 to treat cases of fever.In 1960，oleuropein(橄榄多酚)was removed from olive leaves，which hel
15、ps with food poisoning.本文主要讲述了橄榄树的起源以及医药用途。5If an olive tree is chopped to the ground，_.Ait cant grow any moreBit can produce more new onesCthere is no doubt that it will dieDit is able to grow back strongly解析：细节理解题。根据第一段An olive tree can have a life of 500 years and is strong enough to continue to
16、grow if ever chopped to the ground可知，橄榄树能活500年，而且很顽强。即使被砍，只留下根部，也会活过来。答案：D6What does the underlined word“lush”in Para.2 probably mean?AOf bad climate.BChangeable or unstable.CExtremely disadvantaged.DGrowing thickly and strongly.解析：词义猜测题。根据第二段Before the areas became desert及with soil that plants grow
17、 well可知，土壤沙漠化之前，那儿有肥沃的土壤环境。由此可猜出lush意为“茂盛的”。答案：D CI visited a safe house for abused and abandoned children，with the intention to read with the children in the evening，once a week after my work day.I loved my marketing job and planned to continue advancing my career for many years to come.One night a
18、s I said goodbye to the children I watched them go into a nearby room to sleep.They slowly climbed onto couches(睡椅)and beds.Some were crying and the staff tried to comfort them and take them onto a soft surface.There was no changing of their clothes，no bedtime stories，no hugs from moms or dads.I was
19、 puzzled.I waited for the staff to finish with the children and asked them if they needed pajamas(睡衣)I couldnt believe what the staff told me about the children who were brought to them every day and every night.The stories of abuse and neglect were horrifying and heartbreaking.The next week I broug
20、ht 12 pairs of pajamas with meone for each child I was told would be there.As the children came into the room to sit and read with me，I gave each one a pair of pajamas.One little girl wouldnt take pajamas from me.She stood perfectly straight，looked up at me，and asked in a whisper，“What are these？”“T
21、heyre pajamas，”I said.“Where do I wear them？”“In bed at night.”She looked at me，puzzled.“What do you usually wear in bed？”“My pants，”she said quietly.My heart sank.On the subway to work a few weeks later I felt what I can only describe as a“raindrop”fell onto my head and the words PAJAMA PROGRAM spo
22、ke to me from it loud and clear.It was at that moment that I knew I had found my true purpose in life.I thought of nothing else as I continued in my present job，knowing in my heart I was about to jump off that business ladder.I tell everyone to give me new pajamasfor my birthday，anniversary.Christma
23、s.and I give them to the children.I am feeling a push in my heart，for these children who need pajamas and books for bedtime.作者通过捐献睡衣给儿童，使自己的生活变得更加有意义。1What made the author puzzled according to Para.1?AThat no one read stories to children.BThat it was hard for children to sleep.CThat the staff didnt
24、give children hugs.DWhat he saw during bedtime in the safe house.解析：细节理解题。根据第一段There was no changing of their clothes，no bedtime stories，no hugs from moms or dads.I was puzzled可知，孩子们睡觉没有换衣服，没有睡前故事，没有妈妈爸爸的拥抱，“我”很困惑。由此可知，使作者感到困惑的是在安全屋孩子们就寝时的情况。答案：D4According to the passage，the author now works_.Afor c
25、hildrenBas a salesmanCin a company Dwith her friends解析：推理判断题。根据倒数第二段I thought of nothing else as I continued in my present job，knowing in my heart I was about to jump off that business ladder可知，除了继续“我”现在的工作以外，“我”想不到其它的事情。“我”知道“我”的内心想要离开营销的事业。由此可推知，作者现在为孩子们工作。答案：ADKids can be taught valuable lessons
26、on nature from the time they are old enough to observe their surroundings.With the help of a parent or caregiver，a small child can learn to explore parks and gardens.Parents and caregivers should take every available opportunity to introduce them to plants，beneficial insects，wildlife and more.These
27、types of lessons are important.One of the best ways to explore nature with small children is observing wildflowers.Look for wildflowers and point out their beautiful colors and patterns.Even a very small child can learn to recognize wildflowers.However，it is also important to teach a small child the
28、 importance of leaving nature untouched for others to enjoy.Leaving wildflowers alone will allow them to spread and continue their life cycles.They look beautiful in a vase，but they are even more lovely in their natural habitats.The world under the leaves of flowers is seldom seen by human beings.Wh
29、en looking for ways to explore nature with a small child，you should take the time to get down on the ground and look for insects including ants and earthworms(蚯蚓)A child should be taught that living beings are not toys.They have feelings and needs.A small child should be taught that life is valuable
30、 to every living creature.Kids that are taught to respect nature will grow to be more caring adults.Plant some vegetables or flowers when you seek additional ways to explore nature with a small child.If space is lacking，start with a small container.Fill a pot with rich organic soil and have the chil
31、d help plant the seeds and care for the seedlings(秧苗)as they grow.Not only is it fun and educational， but it is also a great bonding experience and a way to positively influence a small child.在孩子们有观察能力的时候要让他们观察自然，了解自然，尊重自然，这有助于使他们长大后成为有爱心的人。5When should a kid be taught valuable lessons on nature?ATh
32、e younger the better.BWhen he is old enough to walk.CWhen he can see and notice.DWhen he is old enough to go to school.解析：细节理解题。根据第一段Kids can be taught valuable lessons on nature from the time they are old enough to observe their surroundings可知答案。答案：C6Kids should be introduced to insects in order to
33、_.Alet them know insects are all beneficial to usBlet them know the difference between insects and toysCmake them master the right way of watching the worldDmake them respect living creatures and become more caring persons解析：细节理解题。根据第三段A small child should be taught that life is valuable to every li
34、ving creature.Kids that are taught to respect nature will grow to be more caring adults可知，让孩子们观察昆虫的目的是让孩子们尊重每一个生命，成为一个有爱心的人。答案：D7If we plant flowers in a small container，we should let children_.afill the container with rich organic soilbplant the seeds in the soilcremove weeds in the containerdwater
35、 the seedlings regularlyAa，b，c Bb，c，dCa，b，d Da，c，d解析：细节理解题。根据最后一段.have the child help plant the seeds and care for the seedlings as they grow可知，在小容器里种植鲜花时，可以让孩子播种并照顾秧苗，照顾秧苗自然包括浇水和除草。由此可知答案。答案：B8In which section of the newspaper can we most probably find the passage?AEducation. BScience.CHealth. DTravel.解析：推理判断题。本文主要讲述了在孩子们有观察能力的时候要让他们观察自然，了解自然，尊重自然，这有助于使他们长大后成为有爱心的人。由此可推知，本文最有可能出现在报纸的教育版块。答案：A w.w.w.k.s.5.u.c.o.m- 9 - 版权所有高考资源网