1、湖北罗田县2016高考英语阅读理解二轮精练（1）及答案写人记事（阅读理解） (2013安徽合肥第一次质检)My grandma whom we all called Nanny was a solid,first-generation,Italian immigrant.She came to this country with her family on a tiny ship during World War when she was only 8 years old.During the trip she survived stormy seas,little food,and an a
2、ttack by a German U-boat.After getting here,her large family worked hard to build a new life in America.They never had much money but were rich in love.One day,when I was about 5 or 6 years old,my parents and brothers went on a trip.It was just me and Nanny in the house for the weekend.Nanny seemed
3、so happy to be taking care of me all by herself.She made me a special breakfast that first morning.However,all I could do was to complain about how the food was not how Mom always made it.Nanny quietly put down the plate and went into the living room.I followed a minute later and saw that she had te
4、ars in her eyes.It was the first time I had ever seen my strong and proud grandmother cry and I was the one who had caused it.I walked over to Nanny,climbed on her lap,and for the first time in my short life I did something else too.I apologized without being told to and asked Nanny to forgive me.Sh
5、e smiled,rubbed my head,and told me I was a good boy even though I didnt feel like one then.That memory just like my Nannys love will stay in my heart forever.It is a sign of both strength and wisdom.Asking for forgiveness helps us to learn,to grow,and to love.1.Nannys family immigrated to America m
6、ainly because .A.they suffered starvation in their homelandB.they wanted to start a rich life in the new landC.they tried to get away from the terrible climateD.their country was in war and they needed peace2.The boy complained to Nanny that the food .A.wasnt cooked the way his mom didB.was served a
7、 bit later than usualC.was prepared in a special wayD.was just to his parentstaste3.When seeing Nanny crying in the living room,the author felt .A.surprised B.ashamed C.shocked D.annoyed4.The author mainly wants to tell us that .A.forgiveness can be beneficial to people asking for itB.hardships can
8、make children more indifferentC.grandparents are more tolerant than their grandchildrenD.family ties can sometimes be misused语篇解读:在作者的心里,祖母一直是一个坚强、骄傲的人,但由于作者对祖母所做的饭菜抱怨而使老人落泪。作者发自内心的道歉使祖母破涕为笑,同时作者也深切体会到请求原谅的好处。答案及剖析:1.D推理判断题。由第一段的描述可知,祖母一家人离开自己的国家去美国是为了躲避战乱,寻找一个新的(不一定是富裕的)、和平的生活,故选D项。2.A细节理解题。由第二段的.a
9、ll I could do was to complain about how the food was not how Mom always made it可知A项正确。3.B细节理解题。由第三段的I apologized without being told to and asked Nanny to forgive me可知,作者看到坚强的祖母哭了,深感内疚,故走过去向她道歉,故选B项。4.A推理判断题。作者通过讲述自己的一个经历,说明了请求原谅有利于一个人的学习、成长和学会有爱心,故选A项。【长难句子分析】 , and 她微笑着,抚摸着我的头,告诉我说我是个好孩子,即使那时我觉得我不是
10、。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。【2013界广东省揭阳市一模】ALike many men at some point, I dream about opening a bar. I plan to call it Work Out. It will cater to married women in need of a little fun. On Friday nights, they will be able to come here and enjoy themselves.See, I have a gift for busine
11、ss. I am, as my wife Zsa Zsa likes to note, “A man with a million ideas, none of them very good.” Speaking of Zsa Zsa, she is fed up with this plain little life Ive made for ustoo many kids, too many chores, mind numbing debt. The other day, she said she thought we needed a new family car. “Sure. Ho
12、w about an 87 Lincoln?” I said, and saw my dear Zsa Zsa age about 20 years, and become her mother right before my eyes.Yes, money is our madness. Last year, we thought we had found a little cushion when I published a book about the life here in suburban America. It sold 12 copiessix of them to my mo
13、ther. Four other copies went to various aunts and uncles, who used them for martini coasters (杯垫), then sold them at yard sales. The two remaining copies went to perfect strangers. (I think I owe you dinner, whoever you are. Call me, OK? Well arrange something.)When the book didnt take off, I wrote
14、a TV show. Then I penned a short novel based on the earlier TV idea that didnt sell. Currently, I am at work on a set of encyclopedias(百科全书). In a month, I plan to sell them door to door.Such is the life of a writer, sending off the most personal thoughts possible to his hard drive. I am a writer, b
15、ut also the breadwinner in my family. Im at the keyboard at 6 almost every morning, hoping to tap out one ideajust onethat will take us up the hill, to the mountain, to the top.26. According to the passage, the author is leading a/an life.A. enjoyableB. wealthyC. hardD. comfortable【答案】C【解析】细节理解题。由“s
16、he is fed up with this plain little life Ive made for ustoo many kids, too many chores, mind numbing debt.”可知作者过着艰难的生活。故选C。27. By saying “Sure. How about an 87 Lincoln?”, the author .A. promised it to his wife B. was showing off their fortuneC. thought his wife would like it D. was just joking 【答案】D
17、【解析】细节理解题。由“she is fed up with this plain little life Ive made for ustoo many kids, too many chores, mind numbing debt.”可知他们有太多的孩子，杂物以及让人头脑麻木的债务。他们根本没钱买车，所以作者说买林肯车只是开个玩笑。28. What was the result of the book the author mentioned in the 3rd paragraph?A. It didnt sell well at all.B. He sold it door to d
18、oor.C. He made a lot of money from it.D. It was really a cushion for his family.【答案】A【解析】细节理解题。由It sold 12 copiessix of them to my mother. Four other copies went to various aunts and uncles, who used them for martini coasters (杯垫), then sold them at yard sales. The two remaining copies went to perfe
19、ct strangers.”可知书卖的一点也不好。29. What does the underlined word “cushion” mean ?A. Comfortable seat.B. Financial help.C. Unexpected success.D. Best-selling book.【答案】B【解析】词义猜测题。由“money is our madness.”可知他们以为他们找到了财富。故选B。30. From the account above, which of the following statements is true?A. He has a real
20、gift for business.B. He isnt serious enough about life.C. He is a hard working writer.D. His wife is satisfied with their plain life.【答案】C【解析】推理判断题。由“Such is the life of a writer, sending off the most personal thoughts possible to his hard drive.”可知他是个努力工作的作家。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。【2013
21、界广东省揭阳市一模】 While Andrew was getting ready for work one Friday morning, he announced to his wife that he had finally decided to ask his boss for a salary raise. All day Andrew felt nervous and anxious as he thought about the upcoming showdown. What if Mr Larchmont refused to grant his request? Andrew
22、 had worked so hard in the last 18 months and landed some great accounts for Braer and Hopkins Advertising Agency. Of course, he deserved a wage increase. The thought of walking into Larchmonts office left Andrew weak in the knees. Late in the afternoon he was finally courageous enough to approach h
23、is superior. To his delight and surprise, the ever-frugal（一向节俭的）Harvey Larchmont agreed to give Andrew a raise! Andrew arrived home that eveningdespite breaking all city and state speed limitsto a beautiful table set with their best china, and candles lit. His wife, Tina, had prepared a delicate mea
24、l including his favorite dishes. Immediately he figured someone from the office had tipped her off! Next to his plate Andrew found a beautiful lettered note. It was from his wife. It read: “Congratulations, my love! I knew youd get the raise! I prepared this dinner to show just how much I love you.
25、I am so proud of your accomplishments!” He read it and stopped to reflect on how sensitive and caring Tina was. After dinner, Andrew was on his way to the kitchen to get dessert when he observed that a second card had slipped out of Tinas pocket onto the floor. He bent forward to pick it up. It read
26、: “Dont worry about not getting the raise! You do deserve one! You are a wonderful provider and I prepared this dinner to show you just how much I love you even though you did not get the increase.” Suddenly tears swelled in Andrews eyes. Total acceptance! Tinas support for him was not conditional u
27、pon his success at work. The fear of rejection is often softened and we can undergo almost any setback or rejection when we know someone loves us regardless of our success or failure.31. What was Andrews plan that Friday?A. To request a wage increase from his boss.B. To get a job with the Braer and
28、Hopkins Advertising Agency.C. To celebrate his success with his wife at home.D. To ask his boss to come for dinner.【答案】A【解析】细节理解题。由“he announced to his wife that he had finally decided to ask his boss for a salary raise.”可知他打算要求老板给他加薪。故选A。32. On his way back home, Andrew _.A. felt weak in the kneesB
29、. was punished by the traffic policemanC. was too anxious to share the newsD. couldnt wait to enjoy a meal 【答案】C【解析】细节理解题。由“Andrew arrived home that eveningdespite breaking all city and state speed limits”中“尽管超出了城市及国家的最高车速”可知Andrew车开的很快，说明他很急切地回家去分享这个好消息。故选C。33. Which of the following statements abo
30、ut the story is FALSE?A. Andrew was afraid that his request would lead to disaster.B. Andrew had worked very hard and done his part for the company.C. Andrews boss agreed to his request.D. One of Andrews colleagues had told his wife the good news.【答案】D【解析】推理判断题。第五段“a second card had slipped out of T
31、inas pocket onto the floor.”提到妻子还写了一封信。根据后面信的内容，妻子不知道他加薪的要求是否取得了老板的同意而准备了两封信。所以没有人告诉他妻子这个好消息。故选D。34. Why did Tina prepare a grand dinner for Andrew that day?A. She was confident of his getting a pay raise.B. She meant to show her support whatever the result would be.C. She believed that her husband
32、was the best in his company.D. She wanted to express her gratitude for his devotion to the family.【答案】B【解析】细节理解题。“Tinas support for him was not conditional upon his success at work. ”说明Tina对他的支持不是基于他在工作上的成功。无论结果如何她都会支持他。故选B。35. We can conclude from the text that _.A. we should never be afraid to ask for what is due to usB. work hard and you will be rewardedC. many fears turn out to be unfoundedD. unconditional love brings courage and strength【答案】D【解析】推理判断题。最后一句“we can undergo almost any setback or rejection when we know someone loves us regardless of our success or failure.”说明无条件的爱带来勇气和力量。
