1、阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A,B,C或D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。F. Scott Fitzgerald, born on September 24, 1896, an American novelist, was once a student of St. Paul Academy, the Newman School and attended Princeton University for a short while. In 1917 he joined the army and was posted in Alabama, where he met his future wif
2、e Zelda Sayre. Then he had to make some money to impress her. His life with her was full of great happiness, as he wrote in his diary:“My own happiness in the past often approached such joy that I could not share it even with the person dearest to me but had to walk it away in quiet streets and take
3、 down parts of it in my diary. “ This Side of Paradise, his first novel, was published in 1920. Encouraged by its success, Fitzgerald began to devote more time to his writing. Then he continued with the novel The Beautiful and Damned(1922), a collection of short stories Tales of the Jazz Age(1922),
4、and a play The Vegetable(1923). But his greatest success was The Great Gatsby, published in 1925, which quickly brought him praise from the literary world. Yet it failed to give him the needed financial security. Then, in 1926, he published another collection of short stories All the Sad Young Men.
5、However, Fitzgeralds problems with his wife Zelda affected his writing. During the 1920s he tried to reorder his life, but failed. By 1930, his wife had her first breakdown and went to a Swiss clinic. During this period he completed novels Tender Is the Night in 1934 and The Love of the Last Tycoon
6、in 1940. While his wife was in hospital in the United States, he got totally addicted to alcohol. Sheila Graham, his dear friend, helped him fight his alcoholism. 1. How many novels written by Fitzgerald are mentioned in the passage? A. 5.B. 6.C. 7.D. 8.2. Which of the following is the correct order
7、 to describe Fitzgeralds life according to the passage? a. He became addicted to drinking.b. He studied at St. Paul Academy.c. He published his first novel This Side of Paradise. d. The Great Gatsby won high praise. e. He failed to reorder his life.f. He joined the army and met Zelda.A. f-c-e-a-b-dB
8、. b-e-a-f-c-dC. f-d-e-c-b-aD. b-f-c-d-e-a3. We can infer from the passage that Fitzgerald.A. had made some money when he met Zelda in AlabamaB. was well educated and well off before he served in the armyC. would have completed more works if his wife hadnt broken downD. helped his friend get rid of d
9、rinking while his wife was in hospital4. The passage is probably followed by a concluding paragraph about.A. Zeldas personal lifeB. Zeldas illness and treatmentC. Fitzgeralds friendship with GrahamD. Fitzgeralds contributions to the literary world【参考答案】1-4 、ADCD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。You
10、 need to be of a certain age to understand why so many people in Hollywood are caring about the possible closing down of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (米高梅电影公司)For the past 40 years, its output has been good, but now it is on the ropes, with debts of $ 3.7 billion and will have to sell off its most valuable a
11、ssets (资产).In its golden time, MGM stood for somethingIf Warner Brothers meant social dramas and gangster movies, and Disney meant cartoon films, then MGM was healthy fantasyThis business model found its most glorious expression in its musicals (音乐剧) of the post-war eraIt also featured such many fam
12、ous stars as Fred Astaire, Frank Sinatra, Gene Kelly and Judy Garland.But MGM had always put its hopes on the quality of stars it could attractFrom the time MGM became a company in 1924, the studio and his associate proved themselves good at creating big names.For 35 years, this worked well enough,
13、but the growing power of television disturbed HollywoodMGM continued to throw money into making gorgeous-looking musicals, but despite some big successes audiences gradually started to drift awayThroughout the sixties, MGMs decline set inThings went from bad to worseIn 1973, MGM stopped distributing
14、 its own filmsSince then, the Lions roar has been reduced to a whimper (呜咽).How far MGM has fallen can be shown by its recent releasesThis was a studio that for years offered a reliable supply of first-class filmsYet last year its total output was threeTo make it worse, all were co-produced with oth
15、er studiosAnd this year? Only one so far, and maybe the last.What now? MGM will probably be sold, though recent buyers have been cautious about a price thought to be around $ 2 billion.1. MGM is becoming the focus in Hollywood because it _ A. has more supporters B. has produced good films C. might b
16、e closed down D. has lost all its assets2. What can we learn about MGM from the text? A. It has been sold out for around $ 2 billion. B. The Internet was a factor causing its decline. C. It only produced three films by itself last year. D. It made a wrong decision for its development.3. Whats the ma
17、in idea of the text? A. The past glories of MGM B. The musicals made by MGM. C. The decline of MGM D. A historical decision by MGM.【参考答案】13、CDC 14、CDDA 14、BDCD 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。As the new semester begins, millions of college students across the country are trying hard to remember h
18、ow best to write a paper or, more likely, how best to delay that paper.Procrastination is the thief of time and a lot of students suffer from it. They can spend whole days in the library doing nothing but staring into space, eating snacks, surfing the Internet, watching videos and looking at other s
19、tudents sitting around them, who, most likely, are doing nothing either.Paralyzed by their habit to procrastinate, they write micro blogs about their fears, asking their online friends if they sometimes have the same issue. But this does nothing to break the spell(魔咒).According to a recent report, 9
20、5 percent of us procrastinate at some point and 20 percent of the worlds population are always procrastinating. The figures are disappointing. Procrastinators are less wealthy, less healthy and less happy than those who dont delay. Procrastinators like to find excuses to justify their behavior, but
21、BBC columnist Rowan Pelling says they are all wrong.Many procrastinators tell themselves they are perfectionists who work best under pressure. Pelling says this is nonsense, as work done at the last minute is more likely to have mistakes than work done on time. The behavior of procrastinators often
22、makes them feel ashamed, inconveniences others and annoys loved ones.Pelling also points out that procrastination feels particularly delinquent(过失的）in a society that thinks of swift action as admirable, and, at times, even as a moral good.Fortunately, social scientists have thrown their weight behin
23、d efforts to understand this behavioral mistake and offer strategies to control it. Piers Steel, a Canadian social scientist and author of The Procrastination Equation, believes human is “designed” to procrastinate. Nevertheless, he suggests a couple of good ways to get through the task at hand.41.F
24、rom the first two paragraphs we can learn that _.A.procrastination is beneficial to many studentsB.many students are under great pressure in their studyC.lots of college students are working hard to write good articles on timeD.many students are getting into the habit of delaying finishing their tas
25、ks【答案】D 【解析】段落大意题。根据中心句Procrastination is the thief of time and a lot of students suffer from it.可知许多学生都有拖延完成任务的时间的习惯，故选D。42.According to the passage, procrastination probably refers to _.A. a bad habit B. a serious illness C. a difficult task D. a form of entertainment【答案】A【解析】细节理解题。根据Procrastinati
26、on is the thief of time and a lot of students suffer from it.Paralyzed by their habit to procrastinate,可知拖延是一种坏的习惯，故选A。43.Which of the following statements is WRONG?A.Procrastination makes people waste their time.B.Procrastinators usually complete their tasks perfectly.C.Swift action is considered a
27、s a moral standard in the society.D.Procrastination is common among people.【答案】B【解析】细节理解题。根据Many procrastinators tell themselves they are perfectionists who work best under pressure. Pelling says this is nonsense, as work done at the last minute is more likely to have mistakes than work done on time
28、.拖延时间完成作业有可能因为时间紧，会出现更多的错误，选项B叙述的是拖延时间有可能完成 工作更好，这与原文不符，故选B。44.Which behavior belongs to procrastination?A.Never dream away the time.B.Always complete the tasks ahead of time.C.Never put off till tomorrow what should be done today.D.Always wait to work until the “good mood” or “good time”.【答案】D 【解析】
29、细节理解题。根据Procrastination is the thief of time拖延时间就是开始有任务时不做，等到自己感觉有好心情了，有好时机了在做，故选D。45.What is most likely to be discussed in the paragraph that follows?A.Measures to deal with procrastination.B.Approaches to handling the study pressures.C.More examples to illustrate procrastination.D.Introduction to
30、 the book The Procrastination Equation.【答案】A【解析】推理判断题。根据Nevertheless, he suggests a couple of good ways to get through the task at hand.既然存在拖延时间的坏习惯，那么就应该采取措施处理这种坏习惯，故选A。【陕西省2014五校联考】A根据短文内容, 从下框的AF选项中选出能概括每一段主题的最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。选项中有一项为多余选项。 A. Set Daily GoalsB. Gather Stress-Reducing ToolsC. Keep
31、 Your Mind SharpD. Compare Yourself Only with YourselfE. Note Your BlessingsF. Tips on Relief More and more research has shown the connection between the mind and body. Have a positive view on life, and you can promote your health. Learn to laugh off everyday stresses and you can avoid some sickness
32、. Happiness is an objective: your setting goals and working to achieve them thus create happiness in yourself. The best thing, though: You can think yourself to be a happier and healthier self. 61. Heres an easy trick to avoid stress when misfortune hits: Take a deep breath, think about the situatio
33、n, and then list a few things you can do. Tell yourself that you will take what steps you can and that in the near future, the situation will work out. Furthermore, dont feel guilty for easing up. Program a break reminder into your smart phone, give attention to the beeps, and grab a friend for coff
34、ee. 62. You need a sense of accomplishment every day to strengthen your own belief in yourself. These goals could be small, such as walking to visit a friend or a part of a larger goal, such as cleaning out the basement. Your physical and emotional surroundings can influence your stress levels in de
35、licate but significant ways. 63. Gaining a better title will earn you more respect at work and in the world at large, right? Life would be better with more money, more time off, and more meaningful work, wouldnt it? Well, maybe not. Dont think that others fortunes or misfortunes should be yours. Foc
36、us on your situation in the context of your life, not of those around you. Measuring against yourself and optimistic thinking allows you to set realistic goals for the future, too. 64. When youre stressed, you dont always take care of your bodies, which can lead to even more stress. Readily having s
37、tress relievers can help you keep away unhealthy stress. These would be fresh flowers, peppermint (薄荷) or vanilla（香草味）candles, pictures of people you love. Other stress relievers: Photographs of peaceful vacations, works of art or even a sign that reads “Breathe.” 65. Recognizing the many things you
38、 have to be thankful for can strengthen you mentally. Dont leave anything out. Include even small things in your list, such as remembering an umbrella on a rainy day. Make copies of your list and put one in your bedroom, the kitchen and car. Whenever you feel sorry for your fate, pull out the list a
39、nd remind yourself what you have to be thankful for. Studies have found the act of focusing on the positive helps people remember reasons to be glad.【参考答案】61-65 FADBE【陕西省西安市长安一中2014第二次模拟】 情景对话（共5小题：每小题1分，满分5分）根据对话情景和内容，从对话后所给的选项中选出能填入每一空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。选项中有两个为多余选项。John: The final exam is coming
40、; seems you are busy preparing for it.Mary: Of course. Nobody, except you, is idling around the whole day long. John: Dont say that. 6 In fact, Ive been working very hard these days. Mary: 7 John: Believe me, Ive really made good preparations this time and Im staying up late every night Mary: Very w
41、ell, thats to say, you dont need my help any more.John: You may well say so, but enen, if possible, would you be kind enough to do me a little bit of favour? Mary: No way. Never expect me to do that. 8 John: Im begging you, Mary, please, just this one time. 9 Im remembering the new words time and ti
42、me again but keeping forgetting them time and time again. Besides, it is so easy a job: just pass on a note, thats OK.Mary: It is everything but easy! I was almost caught last time!John: 10 A. Truth to tell, I hate it. B. You are always not believing me.C. I am not so good at English as you.D. You see, I was born with a poor memory.E. I promise to buy you a lovely Barbie girl, OK?F. You wrong me if you think I know nothing but fun.G. You are always that way: making efforts at the last moment.【参考答案】06-10FGADE
