1、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。While watching the Olympics the other night，I came across an unbelievable sightIt was not a gold medal，or a world record broken，but a show of courageThe event was swimming and started with only three men on the blocksFor one reason or another，two of them false star
2、ted，so they were disqualifiedThat left only one to competeIt would have been difficult enough，not having anyone to race against，even though the time on the clock is importantI watched the man dive off the block and knew right away that something was wrongIm not an expert swimmer，but I can tell a goo
3、d dive from a poor one，and this was not exactly medal qualityWhen he resurfaced，it was evident that the man was not out for gold his arms were waving in an attempt at freestyleThe crowd started to laughClearly this man was not a medal competitorI listened to the crowd begin to laugh at this poor man
4、 who was clearly having a hard timeFinally he made his turn to start backIt was pitifulHe made a few desperate strokes and you could tell he was worn outBut in those few awful strokes，the crowd had changedNo longer were they laughing，but beginning to cheerSome even began to stand and shout “Come on，
5、you can do it!” and he didA clear minute past the average swimmer，this young man finally finished his raceThe crowd went wildYou would have thought that he had won the gold，and he should haveEven though he recorded one of the slowest times in Olympic history，this man gave more heart than any of the
6、other competitors Just a short year ago，he had never even swum，let alone raceHis country had been invited to SydneyIn a competition where athletes remove their silver medals feeling they have somehow been cheated out of gold，or when they act so proudly in front of their competitors，it is nice to wat
7、ch an underdog1From the passage we can learn that the young man Amade his turn to start back pitifully Bwas skillful in freestyle in the gameCswam faster than the average swimmer Dwas not capable enough to win the medal2The crowd changed their attitudes because Athey felt sorry for the young man Bth
8、ey were moved by the young mans courageCthey wanted to show their sympathy Dthey meant to please the young man3According to the passage，“it is nice to watch an underdog” probably means Aits amazing to watch an ordinary man challenging himselfBits amusing to watch a man with awful swimming skillsCits
9、 cheerful for athletes to act proudly before their competitorsDits brave enough for some athletes to remove the silver medals4Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?AThe event started with three men，two of whom were disqualified laterBThe crowd started to laugh at the athletes a
10、rms waving in an attempt at freestyleCThe athlete，as well as the author，is an expert swimmerDThe swimming event is a show of courage rather than a fierce competition5Whats the best title for the passage?ACompete for Gold! BTry again! CBreak a Record! DGo for it!【参考答案】1-5、D B A C D 阅读下列短文, 从给的四个选项 (A
11、、B、C和D) 中, 选出最佳选项。(2013东北三省四市第二次联考，A)I was driving home the other day on a sunny afternoon. I had a smile on my face as I sang along to the songs on the radio. It was such a beautiful day that I felt full of happiness. My good mood ended, however, when the radio station took a news break between son
12、gs. Then suddenly I found myself listening to yet another story of a rich famous man who had broken the law. I shook my head as I came to a red traffic light.As I pulled to a stop I noticed four leatherjacketed bikers. They were standing in the middle of the road with two on either side of the light
13、. They looked rough and dangerous, but as I got closer I noticed each one was holding their helmet in their hands. I rolled down my window as one approached my car. “We are the Brother of the Wheel，” he said. “We are collecting money for Christmas Toy Drive for needy children.” As I pulled a dollar
14、out of my wallet I looked past his beard and into his eyes. They shined with goodness and kindness that came right from his soul. I dropped the money in his helmet and waved to the other bikers as I drove off. My good mood had returned. My faith in mankind had been bolstered. And I remembered once a
15、gain never to judge people by their appearance.Our society often judges books by their covers but God reads what is written in our hearts and souls. Perhaps one day we will all learn to see the world through the same eyes. Perhaps one day we will realize that looks matter little and actions matter m
16、uch.文章大意：本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。文章讲述了作者在等红灯时见到了四位穿着皮夹克、骑自行车的年轻人，他们看起来粗鲁而危险，然而他们正在为贫困儿童募捐，他们的目光充满善良和友好。此事让作者意识到，不能以貌取人，而应看他人的行动。1The writers good mood ended when _.Ahe heard news between songsBhe had to stop at a red traffic lightChe heard a rich man broke the lawDhe saw four leatherjacketed bikers答案：A细节理解题。根据第一
17、段第四句“My good mood ended, however, when the radio station took a news break between songs.”可知，歌曲间歇插播的新闻使作者没了好心情。故答案选A。2What were the four bikers doing at the traffic lights?AHaving a bicycle race in the street.BSelling helmets to the passersby.CRaising money to help kids in need.DPreparing for Christ
18、mas holidays.答案：C细节理解题。根据第二段中的“We are collecting money for Christmas Toy Drive for needy children.”可知，他们是在为贫困儿童募捐。故答案选C。3What does “bolstered” in the second paragraph probably mean?ADestroyed. BImproved.CDecreased. DExploded.答案：B词义猜测题。根据第二段画线词的上下文内容可知，作者起初对这四个人印象不好，因为他们看起来很粗鲁，并且很危险。但在得知他们真正的目的后，作者的看
19、法改变了。作者对人性的认识得到了提升，明白了“不能以貌取人”的道理。因此bolster应与improve意思相近。故答案选B。4The writer wants to tell us that we should _.Ahave faith in young peopleBjudge others by their actionsCchange our attitude to societyDmanage to help others in need答案：B推理判断题。根据文章最后一段最后一句“Perhaps one day we will realize that looks matter
20、little and actions matter much.”可知，作者想要告诉读者不要以貌取人，行动更重要。故答案选B。阅读下列短文, 从给的四个选项 (A、B、C和D) 中, 选出最佳选项。(2013东北三省四市第二次联考，B)In the winter months the temperature in most of Canada usually stays below 0. However, in some parts of Canada, such as southern British Columbia, the temperature rarely goes below 0.
21、 In most areas where people live, snow will be on the ground from midDecember to midMarch. Though Canadas winter may be much colder and longer than you are used to, it can be very enjoyable. For many Canadians, being active in winter is an important part of enjoying life. There are many outdoor wint
22、er activities, including skiing, ice fishing, walking, and skating. Joining in one of these activities may help you appreciate winter and enjoy your time outside in the snow.Dressing for winterDuring winter in Canada, you will need warm clothing. If possible, arrive with these items or be prepared t
23、o buy them soon after your arrival. You will need：warm waterproof boots a scarf for your necka hat that covers your ears gloves for your handsthick winter coats, pants and sweatersLayers keep you warmIts a good idea to layer your clothing by, for example, wearing a Tshirt and a sweater underneath a
24、jacket. If you become too hot, its always easier to remove a piece of clothing than to add another. On the West Coast, prepare to dress for cool rainy or snowy weather. You will need：a warm waterproof coat waterproof hatsan umbrella rain boots or snow bootsLearn more about weather and seasons across
25、 Canada. You can also contact Related Links, for example, an immigrantserving organization in the community where you live for more information about dressing for winter.文章大意：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了冬季去加拿大旅行可以参加的活动，以及游客在穿戴方面应注意的事项。5What is the main purpose of the first paragraph?ATo tell about the details a
26、bout Canada.BTo show many outdoor winter activities.CTo introduce the daily life of Canadians.DTo encourage you to enjoy winter in Canada.答案：D推理判断题。根据第一段中的“. it can be very enjoyable”“There are many outdoor winter activities. may help you appreciate winter and enjoy your time outside in the snow.”可推
27、知，本段的写作目的是为了鼓励读者去加拿大旅行，参加那里举办的各种户外活动。故答案选D。6What is the important part for many Canadians in winter?AIce fishing. BJoining a group.CLeading an active life. DStaying in the snow.答案：C细节理解题。根据第一段中的“For many Canadians, being active in winter is an important part of enjoying life.”可知，答案选C。7If you spend a
28、 winter in Canada, youll prepare the following EXCEPT _.Aan umbrella and sunglasses Bthick winter coats and pantsCwaterproof hats and coats Dsnow boots and gloves答案：A细节理解题。根据Dressing for winter和Layers keep you warm中“”部分的内容可知，A项中的“太阳镜”不是需要准备的户外装备。故答案选A。8The author suggests layering your clothing prob
29、ably because _.Ait is cool to dress like thatBit is a rule to dress like thatCthe weather there is changeableDthe weather is usually very hot答案：C推理判断题。根据第一段中的“In the winter months. in most of Canada usually stays below 0”可排除D项。根据Layers keep you warm部分中的“On the West Coast, prepare to dress for cool r
30、ainy or snowy weather.”可推知，C项符合文义；据Layers keep you warm部分中的“If you become too hot, its always easier to remove a piece of clothing than to add another.”可排除A、B两项。故答案选C。书面表达假设你是李华，最近你在某中学生英语论坛上看到一位网名为Lucy的网友发帖称自己的英语成绩不好，妈妈想为其请家庭教师，可是她担心会增加家庭负担而犹豫不决。请根据帖子内容和写作要点回帖。写作要点：1告诉Lucy请家教的利与弊；2给Lucy提出具体建议。注意：1.
31、词数：100左右；2回帖的开头和格式已给出，不计入总词数。Hi，Lucy，I understand your situation._Yours， Li HuaOne possible version：Hi, Lucy，I understand your situation. As we can see, employing a tutor helps a student improve his learning skills. Whats more，the student can achieve a high score with the tutors help, which will sur
32、ely make learning easier.However，theres no doubt that employing a tutor may add a financial burden to parents more or less.In my opinion，if you find it beyond your ability to learn English on your own，employing a tutor is a good choice. After all，an experienced tutor will help a lot in your English
33、study. But do remember the fact that you cant let the tutor affect your normal study.Yours，Li Hua书面表达 假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Helen正在写一篇关于各国中学生课外阅读情况的调查报告。她给你发了一封电子邮件，想了解相关情况。请你根据以下提示，给她回一封电子邮件。 1.你校学生课外阅读的现状； 2.原因分析； 3.你的看法。 注意：1.根据所给提示，适当发挥，要求内容充实，语意连贯。 2.词数100左右。开头和结尾已经写好，不计入总词数。 3.邮件中不得提及考生所在学校及本人姓名。Dear H
34、elen，Thank you for your email.Now I would like to tell you something_Best wishes!Yours，Li HuaOne possible version：Dear_Helen，Thank_you_for_your_email._Now_I_would_like_to_tell_you_something_about the extracurricular reading in our school. Im sorry to say that most of the students in our school haven
35、t realized the importance of reading, especially extracurricular reading.As a result, the time and energy students devoted to reading are very limited. Besides, some students prefer to read cartoons，magazines and newspapers rather than classic reading materials.I think the reasons behind that are va
36、rious.First of all，quite a lot of students are burdened with too much homework.Still others havent formed a habit of reading. They would rather spend their spare time on TVs or on computers.However，reading has many benefits. Through reading we can learn more about the world.Reading can help us think
37、 better and make our life more colorful.So it is quite necessary for the students to take up reading and for the teachers to limit the amount of our homework so that we can have more time to read.Best_wishes!Yours，Li_Hua 书面表达下面这幅漫画反应了当今教育的一种现象，请你根据漫画内容，写一篇英语短文。要求：1. 描述漫画内容；2. 立意正确；3. 表达个人感想；4. 词数100
38、左右。One possible version：It is an ironic picture which reflects a social reality. In the picture, the man makes some clay men with only one mould. The clay men are the same in shape and expressions, which makes no difference. It reminds me of our education, which is similar to it. Students are educat
39、ed in the same way, their difference in personality and ability not considered.But, in my opinion, we should not produce the talented into a large quantity of the same quality. We should base on students character to educate them just as American schools do. Only in this way can we cultivate more talents for our country, and realize the true meaning of education.
