1、河北省赵县2015高考英语一轮信息匹配及任务型阅读训练(2)及答案任务型阅读(A)请认真阅读下列短文,并根据短文的内容要点完成文章后的表格。注意:补全填空应符合语法和搭配要求,每空只填一个单词。Happiness is U-shaped, for we are happier at the start and end of our lives but hit a slump when we are middle-aged, British and US researchers say.Economists from the University of Warwick, central Engl
2、and, and from Dartmouth College, New Hampshire, looked at data on the mental health of two million people from 80 countries.In Britain, the probability of depression for men and women peaks at around 44 years of age, Warwick University said in a press release.In the United States, though, there was
3、a big difference between men and women.Among women, unhappiness peaked at around the age of 40, whereas among men, it was about 50.But the U-shape of happiness is constant around the world, and mid-life depression takes place regardless of marital status, changes in job or income.The study appears i
4、n Social Science & Medicine, published by the Dutch publishing house Elsevier.It happens to men and women ,to single and married people, to rich and poor and to those with and without children. said co-author Andrew Oswald.One possibility may be that people realize theywont achieve many of their asp
5、irations at middle age, the researchers said.Another reason could be that after seeing their fellow middle-aged peers begin to die, people begin to value their own remaining years and embrace life once more.But the good news is that if people make it to aged 70 and are still physically fit, they are
6、 on average as happy and mentally healthy as a 20-year old.For the average persons in the modern world, the dip in mental health and happiness comes on slowly, not suddenly in a single year, Oswald said. Only in their fifties do people emerge from this low period,Title: People happiest at start and
7、end of lives, but slump in middleThemeHappiness is in the (1) of U, for we are happier when are young and old but unhappy when we are middle-aged.FindingsFor (2) men and women, depression is most (3) to peak when they are about 44 years old.For American people, men and women are very (4) . Most wome
8、n feel (5) at around the age of 40. Among men, unhappiness peaks at about 50.The U-shape of happiness is constant around the world, and mid-life depression (6) regardless of marital status, changes in job or income.(7) Possibly because people realize they are (8) to achieve many of their aspirations
9、 at middle age.Possibly because after they have seen their fellow middle-aged peers deaths, people begin to value their own years (9) and embrace life once more.Good newsIf people are still in good (10) when they reach 70, they are on average as happy and mentally healthy as a 20-year old.1. shape/
10、form 2. British/ English3. Likely 4. different 5. unhappy 6. happens/ occurs 7. Reasons 8. unable 9. left10. condition/ health【2014高考英语南京市、盐城市一模】任务型阅读(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)请认真阅读下列短文,并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入一个最恰当的单词。注意:请将答案写在答题卡上相应题号的横线上。每个空格只填一个单词。Youve just graduated from business school and you feel like
11、 the world is your oyster, only to find that job offers arent knocking down your door as expected, making MBAs wonder why theyre not getting hired. This can be disheartening, but as an MBA, you know that perception(洞察力)is more important than reality. The key to getting hired is an employers percepti
12、on of you. Many MBA graduates are guilty of unconsciously displaying signs that they are not the best fit for the job. Once you discover what these common mistakes are, you can put your MBA skills to use and strategize how to turn things in your favor and land the job youve been looking for.Employer
13、s feel more comfortable hiring MBAs with experience because there is less need for training. Many MBAs mistakenly apply for jobs they are obviously not qualified for or which require more experience than they have, leaving them scratching their heads at why theyre not getting interviews. Recruiters
14、want MBAs who can prove their ability to increase revenues, decrease costs, and help their business succeed in some way. Show that you can help the company by providing concrete examples of relevant experience.MBAs often have great resumes showing all the right qualifications, but then blow the inte
15、rview with inappropriate behavior, such as a lack of professional appearance, poor hygiene, or even a bad attitude. Its necessary to be on your best behavior, dress appropriately, and not seem cocky, bored, or disinterested in the company. A little enthusiasm wont hurt you, especially when it comes
16、to a potential new job. Every business wants to put their most enthusiastic MBAs forward with important clients and customers, so be sure to show your passion for your work.Another mistake you may be making unknowingly is how you portray yourself on social media. As an MBA, you know how important ne
17、tworking is, and these days, most of it is done online. Dont assume that employers arent interested in your online profiles. Many employers now use social networking sites and online searches to check up on potential hires. Inappropriate photos and information, such as annoying material or implicati
18、ons of drinking and drug use are huge red flags to employers. Even discriminatory comments related to race, gender, or religion will leave employers with a bad impression. Make sure to remove any photos, content, or links that can work against you in an employers eyes.Dont forget that practice makes
19、 perfect when it comes to finding a great MBA job. Earning your MBA was a huge accomplishment, but theres always room for improvement. Ask your classmates, peers, family, and even past co-workers or managers for feedback. Show multiple, trusted resources the job posting youre interested in, your cov
20、er letter and resume. Take constructive criticism on how it can be better. Do mock interviews to help relieve any tension and gain a better idea of how youd like to present yourself. With a few minor changes to your resume and the way you interact with others, youll be hearing “youre hired” in no ti
21、me!TitleWhy MBA graduates arenot getting hired(71) Commonly-madeMany of you MBA graduates unconsciously display unfavorable signs, and (72)to bring out the best in yourselves.While (73)for jobs, you do not take your qualifications and experience into consideration.You (74)inappropriately, thus losin
22、g a good opportunity to have an interview.You make the (75)that employers know nothing about your online profiles.Possible solutionsYou should make full use of your skills to take a turn for the (76).Try to show your (77)to help the company, providing concrete examples of relevant experience.Be well
23、-behaved, and (78)to please the company.Remove from the Internet your inappropriate photos, information, and discriminatory comments that may (79)your employers unfavorably.ConclusionYou are bound to (80)in job hunting if you keep in mind that practice makes perfect and there is always room for impr
24、ovement.【参考答案】71. mistakes72. fail73. applying74. behave75. assumption 76. better77. ability/capacity/qualifications78. enthusiastic/passionate 79. impress80. succeed任务型阅读(B)Ambition is a necessary quality in life. It is the force which drives us on to use whatever talent we have got. If we havent g
25、ot some degree of ambition, these talents will not be used for our own and others benefit. We must continually want to be better than we are. Without ambition we are just jellyfish that flop through life. We only react to events; we dont try to control them.Ambition, however, can have several defect
26、s.First of all it can be unrealistic. We may not be able to see the limits of our own abilities, so we do ambitious things that are completely beyond us. Our career masters can see our good qualities and our limitations objectively. They may tell us that we havent the ability to deal with people and
27、 would make good businessmen. We refuse to take their evaluation. We keep on trying. Many years and many disappointments later we are forced to accept their judgment. But what a waste of time our ill-founded ambition has caused us!Secondly, our ambition can be too concentrated. We devote our attenti
28、on to one narrow aim, such as getting distinctions in our science subjects. Everything that may draw us away from this aim is cut out of our lives. In the end we get our distinctions. But what damage we have caused ourselves in the process! We are isolated beings who only care about a particular exa
29、mination. And we probably wont make good scientists. We lack the breadth of view necessary for success in higher studies.Thirdly, our ambition can be limited to lifeless objectives. We want to gain money, or power, or membership of some circles. Persons who feel inferior try to make up by seeking th
30、e respect of others through possessions of these artificial signs of worth.Fourthly, our ambition may be self-centered. Instead of directing some of our ambition towards community improvement we may exploit members of the community in the interests of self-advancements. In later life we may be ambit
31、ious for the success of our children but we regard this success as only a further mark of our own success.Ambition is necessary in the lives of individuals-necessary for their own improvement and for the improvement of the community in which they live. But, like all blind forces, it must be directed
32、 if it is not to cause disaster. It must be tightly controlled by the head and the heart. Otherwise ambition may demand too high a price in terms of human qualities.TitleAmbitionMeritWith an ambition in our heart, were always trying our best to use our talent to 1._ ourselves, thus 2._ ourselves and
33、 others.ImperfectionUnrealistic ambition may not 3._us to see the limits of our own abilities.We devote our attention to one narrow aim, 4_ the breadth of view necessary for 5_ success.Our ambition can be limited to lifeless aims, which lead us to the way to build up our 6._ through possessions of a
34、rtificial signs of worth.Our ambition may make us among those 7._ people who gain their interests by sacrificing 8_.9._Ambition is a good servant but a bad 10._. Therefore, we must try to direct it in a proper way.1. improve2. benefiting3. enable 4. lacking 5. greater 6. reputation/fame7. selfish 8.
35、others 9. Conclusion 10.master任务型阅读(A)请认真阅读下列短文,并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入最恰当的单词。注意:每空格1个单词。Asthma(哮喘) is a long-lasting breathing disease that affects millions of Americans, many of whom are children. People who get asthma will suffer from lack of breath, difficulty in breathing or coughing-which are cau
36、sed by the tightening of the muscles in airways. Untreated asthma can lead to poor lung function and death, but asthma can also be effectively controlled with proper treatments. Research is discovering genes that contribute to the development of asthma. This development has pointed researchers to th
37、e role of indoor and outdoor pollution as environmental factors that contribute to the increased occurrence of asthma. The Indoor Pollution Indoor pollution has increased with the developments in building materials and in heating and air conditioning systems. In addition to poisonous gases that come
38、 from paint, other materials like dust and perfumes used in household products such as washing powder are recycled continuously through the house, winter and summer. Unlike the days before central heating or before whole-house air conditioning, these materials and chemicals cannot get out of modern
39、homes. Most often, they cause breathing problems in the members of the family with the least-developed autoimmune(自身免疫的) systems. Proper venting(通风)and use of environmentally-friendly building materials and carpeting can help reduce the presence of these chemicals.The Out door pollution Researchers
40、have also established outdoor pollutions role as a probable cause of asthma. Asthma has been proven to result from some fuel products. Smog and the small matters carried by it have been recognized as a factor which leads to asthma since the 19th century when London saw more and more diseases in the
41、industrial population. Industrial pollutants and other chemicals which are produced in water treatment and open treated water like that found in the swimming pools also contribute to increased cases of asthma as well as other illnesses. Those most affected by the increase of industrial and environme
42、ntal pollution are children. Although much has been done to control the levels of pollution in the US, there still remains much to do as it is a worldwide phenomenon. Until an international effort can be made to limit carbon emissions, the occurrence of environmental asthma will probably continue to
43、 increase. The _1_ between asthma and air pollutionThe _2_ of asthma lack of breath difficulty in breathing coughingThe possible _3_ of untreated asthma poor lung function death_4_ contributing to the increased asthmaIndoor pollutionIt is _5_ by building materials and heating and air conditioning sy
44、stems._6_ some poisonous gases, dust and perfumes worsen pollution.Some material and chemicals _7_ in modern homes.Outdoor pollutionSmog and the small matters carried by it cause asthma, which is proven by a(n) _8_ number of lung diseases in the industrial population.Industrial pollutants and other
45、chemicals in water are _9_ to peoples health. Conclusion Only when all countries join together to limit carbon emissions can people be _10_ from suffering environmental asthma.1. relationship/ relation 2. symptoms 3. consequences/ results/ effects4. Factors 5. caused/ increased 6. Besides 7. remain/ stay8. increased/ increasing 9. harmful 10. prevented / stopped/ kept/ away