1、【2014高考试题】1.（2014广东卷）ASamuel Osmond is a 19-year-old law student from Cornwall, England. He never studied the piano. However, he can play very difficult musical pieces by musicians such as Chopin and Beethoven just a few minutes after he hears them. He learns a piece of music by listening to it in p
2、arts. Then he thinks about the notes in his head. Two years ago, he played his first piece Moonlight Sonata（奏鸣曲）by Beethoven. He surprised everyone around him.Amazed that he remembered this long and difficult piece of music and played it perfectly, his teachers say Samuel is unbelievable .They say h
3、is ability is very rare, but Samuel doesnt even realize that what he can do is special. Samuel wanted to become a lawyer as it was the wish of his parents, but music teachers told him he should study music instead. Now, he studies law and music.Samuel cant understand why everyone is so surprised. “I
4、 grew up with music. My mother played the piano and my father played the guitar. About two years ago, I suddenly decided to start playing the piano, without being able to read music and without having any lessons. It comes easily to me -I hear the notes and can bear them in mind-each and every note,
5、” says Samuel.Recently, Samuel performed a piece during a special event at his college. The piece had more than a thousand notes. The audience was impressed by his amazing performance. He is now learning a piece that is so difficult that many professional pianists cant play it. Samuel says confident
6、ly,” Its all about super memory-I guess I have that gift.”However, Samuels ability to remember things doesnt stop with music. His family says that even when he was a young boy, Samuel heard someone read a story, and then he could retell the story word for word.Samuel is still only a teenager. He doe
7、snt know what he wants to do in the future. For now, he is just happy to play beautiful music and continue his studies.26. What is special about Samuel Osmond? A. He has a gift for writing music.B. He can write down the note he hears.C. He is a top student at the law school.D. He can play the musica
8、l piece he hears.27. What can we learn from Paragraph 2?A. Samuel chose law against the wish of his parents.B. Samuel planned to be a lawyer rather than a musician.C. Samuel thinks of himself as a man of great musical ability.D. Samuel studies law and music on the advice of his teachers.28. Everyone
9、 around Samuel was surprised because he _.A. received a good early education in musicB. played the guitar and the piano perfectlyC. could play the piano without reading musicD. could play the guitar better than his father29. What can we infer about Samuel in Paragraph 4?A. He became famous during a
10、special event at his college.B. He is proud of his ability to remember things accurately.C. He plays the piano better than many professional pianists.D. He impressed the audience by playing all the musical pieces.30. Which of the following is the best title of the passage?A. The Qualities of a Music
11、ianB. The Story of a Musical TalentC. The Importance of Early EducationD. The Relationship between Memory and Music.本句可知他原来计划是学习法律的。故B正确。2.（2014江西卷） A Larry was on another of his underwater expeditions(探险)but this time, it was different. He decided to take his daughter along with him. She was only t
12、en years old. This would be her first trip with her father on what he had always been famous for. Larry first began diving when he was his daughters age. Similarly, his father had taken him along on one of his expeditions. Since then, he had never looked back. Larry started out by renting diving sui
13、ts from the small diving shop just along the shore. He had hated them. They were either too big or too small. Then, there was the instructor. He gave him a short lesson before allowing him into the water with his father. He had made an exception. Larry would never have been able to go down without a
14、t least five hours of theory and another similar number of hours on practical lessons with a guide. Children his age were not even allowed to dive. After the first expedition, Larrys later diving adventures only got better and better. There was never a dull moment. In his black and blue suit and wit
15、h an oxygen tank fastened on his back, Larry dived from boats into the middle of the ocean. Dangerous areas did not prevent him from continuing his search. Sometimes, his was limited to a cage underwater but that did not bother him. At least, he was still able to take photographs of the underwater c
16、reatures. Larrys first expedition without his father was in the Cayman Islands.There were numerous diving spots in the area and Larry was determined to visit all of them .Fortunately for him,a man offered to take him around the different spots for free. Larry didnt even know what the time was how ma
17、ny spots he dived into or how many photographs he had taken.The diving spots afforded such a wide array of fish and sea creatures that Larry saw more than thirty varieties of creatures.Larry looked at his daughter.She looked as excited as he had been when he was her age.He hoped she would be able to
18、 continue the family tradition.Already,she looked like she was much braver than had been then.This was the key to a successful underwater expedition.56.In what way was this expedition different for Larry?A.His daughter had grown up.B.He had become a famous diver.C.His father would dive with him.D.Hi
19、s daughter would dive with him.57.What can be inferred from Paragraph2?A.Larry had some privileges.B. Larry liked the rented diving suits.C.Divers had to buy diving equipment.D.Ten-year-old children were permitted to dive.58.Why did Larry have to stay in a cage underwater sometimes?A.To protect hims
20、elf from danger.B.To dive into the deep water.C.To admire the underwater view.D.To take photo more conveniently.59.What can be learned from the underlined sentence?A.Larry didnt wear a watch.B. Larry was not good at math.C. Larry had a poor memory.D. Larry enjoyed the adventure.60.What did Larry exp
21、ect his daughter to do?A.Become a successful diver.B. Make a good diving guide.C. Take a lot of photos underwater.D. Have longer hours of training.60. 【答案】A 【解析】推理题。根据文章最后一段1，2行Larry looked at his daughter.She looked as excited as he had been when he was her age.He hoped she would be able to continu
22、e the family tradition.可知他希望女儿能够继续家庭的传统。他的父亲是一名潜水员，他也是。那么他也希望自己的女儿也成为一名成功的潜水员。故A正确。【长难句解析】This would be her first trip with her father on what he had always been famous for.【翻译】这将是他第一次和他父亲在他很出名的领域里一起旅游。【分析】本句中的介词on后面有一个宾语从句what he had always been famous for.，what引导起这个宾语从句，并在句中充当介词for的宾语。3.（2014山东卷）C
23、Elizabeth Freeman was born about 1742 to African American parents who were slaves. At the age of six months she was acquired, along with her sister, by John Ashley, a wealthy Massachusetts slaveholders. She became known as “Mumbet” or “Mum Bett.” For nearly 30 years Mumbet served the Ashley family.
24、One day, Ashleys wife tried to strike Mumbets sister with a spade. Mumbet protected her sister and took the blow instead. Furious, she left the house and refused to come back. When the Ashleys tried to make her return, Mumbet consulted a lawyer, Theodore Sedgewick. With his help, Mumbet sued(起诉) for
25、 her freedom. While serving the Ashleys, Mumbet had listened to many discussions of the new Massachusetts constitution. If the constitution said that all people were free and equal, then she thought it should apply to her. Eventually, Mumbet won her freedom- the first slave in Massachusetts to do so
26、 under the new constitution. Strangely enough, after the trial, the Ashleys asked Mumbet to come back and work for them as a paid employee. She declined and instead went to work for Segdewick. Mumbet died in 1829, but her legacy lived on in her many descendants(后裔). One of her great-grandchildren wa
27、s W.E.B. Du Bois, one of the founder of the NAACP, and an important writer and spokesperson for African American civil rights. Mumbets tombstone still stands in the Massachusetts cemetery where she was buried. It reads, in part: “She was born a slave and remained a slave and remained a slave for nea
28、rly thirty years. She could neither read nor write, yet in her own sphere she had no superior or equal.” 51. What do we know about Mumbet according to Paragraph 1? A. She was born a slave B. She was a slaveholder C. She had a famous sister D. She was born into a rich family 52. Why did Mumbet run aw
29、ay from the Ashleys? A. She found an employer B. She wanted to be a lawyer C. She was hit and got angry D. She had to take care of her sister 53. What did Mumbet learn from discussions about the new consititution? A. She should always obey her owners orders B. She should be as free and equal as whit
30、es C. How to be a good servant D. How to apply for a job 54. What did Mumbet do after the trial? A. She chose to work for a lawyer B. She found the NAACP C. She continued to serve the Ashleys D. She went to live with her grandchildren 55. What is the test mainly about? A. A story of a famous writer
31、and spokesperson B. The friendship between a lawyer and a slave C. The life of a brave African American woman D. A trial that shocked the whole world 53. 【答案】B 【解析】推理题。根据文章第三段前3行While serving the Ashleys, Mumbet had listened to many discussions of the new Massachusetts constitution. If the constitut
32、ion said that all people were free and equal, then she thought it should apply to her.可知她一直在了解与宪法有关的内容，目的是为了获得和白人一样的平等权利。故B正确。【2013高考试题】（2013新课标卷)A Doctor are known to be terrible pilots. They dont listen because they already know it all. I was lucky: I became a pilot in 1970, almost ten years befor
33、e I graduated from medical school. I didnt realize then, but becoming a pilot makes me a better surgeon. I loved flying. As I flew bigger, faster planes, and in worse weather. I learned about crew resource management (机组资源管理), or CRM, a new idea to make flying safer. It means that crew members shoul
34、d listen and speak up for a good result, regardless of positions. I first read about CRM in 1980. Not long after that, an attending doctor and I were flying in bad weather. The controller had us turn too late to get our landing ready. The attending doctor was flying; I was safety pilot He was so bus
35、y because of the bad turn, he had forgotten to put the landing gear (起落架) down. He was a better pilot - and my boss - so it felt unusual to speak up. But I had to: Our lives were in danger. I put aside my uneasiness and said, We need to put the landing gear down now! That was my first real lesson in
36、 the power of CRM, and Ive used it in the operating room ever since.CRM requires that the pilot/surgeon encourage others to speak up. It further requires that when opinions are from the opposite, the doctor doesnt overreact, which might prevent fellow doctors from voicing opinions again. So when Im
37、in the operating room, I ask for ideas and help from others. Sometimes theyre not willing to speak up. But I hope that if I continue to encourage them , someday someone will keep me from “landing gear up”.36.What dose the author say about doctors in general? A. They like flying by themselves.B. They
38、 are unwilling to take advice.C. They pretend to be good pilots.D. They are quick learners of CRM.【小题36】细节理解题。根据第一行的Doctor are known to be terrible pilots. They dont listen because they already know it all.可知，作者总体上认为doctors不喜欢倾听，他们认为他们什么都懂。故选B。37.The author deepened his understanding of the power of
39、 CRM when_. A. he saved the plane by speaking upB. he was in charge of a flying taskC. his boss landed the plane too lateD. his boss operated on a patient【小题37】细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句That was my first real lesson in the power of CRM,.可知，作者在经历了一次飞行，给上级提了意见之后，对CRM有了更深的理解，故选A。38.In the last paragraph”landing g
40、ear up” probably means _.A.following flying requirements.B.overreacting to different opinions.C.listening to what fellow doctors sayD.making a mistake that may cost lives39.Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A.CRM:A New Way to Make Flying SafeB.Flying Makes Me a Better DoctorC
41、.The Making of a Good PilotD.A Pilot-Tumed Doctor【小题39】主旨大意题。作者通过当飞行员的经历，学到了CRM，并运用到了自己的工作中，文章主要讲的是CRM带给作者的好处，B项“飞行使我成为一个更好的医生”最符合题意，故选B。（2013大纲卷）ADoctor are known to Be terriBle pilots. They dont listen Because they already know it all. I was lucky: 】Became a pilot in 1970, almost ten years Before
42、I graduated from medical school. I didnt realize then, But Becoming a pilot makes me a Better surgeon. I loved flying. As I flew Bigger, faster planes, and in worse weather. I learned aBout crew resource management (机组资源管理), or CRM, a new idea to make flying safer. It means that crew memBers should
43、listen and speak up for a good result, regardless of positions.I first read aBout CRM in 1980. Not long after that, an attending doctor and I were flying in Bad weather. The controller had us turn too late to get our landing ready. The attending doctor was flying; I was safety pilot He was so Busy B
44、ecause of the Bad turn, he had forgotten to put the landing gear (起落架) down. He was a Better pilot - and my Boss - so it felt unusual to speak up. But I had to: Our lives were in danger. I put aside my uneasiness and said, We need to put the landing gear down now! That was my first real lesson in th
45、e power of CRM, and Ive used it in the operating room ever since.CRM requires that the pilot/surgeon encourage others to speak up. It further requires that when opinions are from the opposite, the doctor doesnt overreact, which might prevent fellow doctors from voicing opinions again. So when Im in
46、the operating room, I ask for ideas and help from others. Sometimes theyre not willing to speak up. But I hope that if I continue to encourage them , someday someone will keep me from ”landing gear up”.56.What dose the author say aBout doctors in general? A. They like flying By themselves.B. They ar
47、e unwilling to take advice.C. They pretend to Be good pilots.D. They are quick learners of CRM.57.The author deepened his understanding of the power of CRM when_. A. he saved the plane By speaking upB. he was in charge of a flying taskC. his Boss landed the plane too lateD. his Boss operated on a pa
48、tient58.In the last paragraph”landing gear up” proBaBly means _.A.following flying requirements.B.overreacting to different opinions.C.listening to what fellow doctors sayD.making a mistake that may cost lives59.Which of the following can Be the Best title for the text?A.CRM:A New Way to Make Flying
49、 SafeB.Flying Makes Me a Better DoctorC.The Making of a Good PilotD.A Pilot-Tumed Doctor（2013江西卷)第二节完形填空(共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，掌握其段落大意，然后从36至55各题所给的四个选项A.B.C和D，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。Diane Ray was completely self-centered and very spoilt. Her parents gave her 36 she wanted, knowing that she would t
50、hrow a temper tantrum(耍小孩脾气)if they did not. She would scream and kick and 37 on the floor drumming her heels. Her parents always 38 .That was why she was alone on the 39 , wearing an expensive swimsuit. It has taken a massive tantrum to 40 her parents to buy it. They were back at the beach-house, 4
51、1 from the tantrum she had thrown when they told her that it was too dangerous to go diving 42 . “Dangerous?” she had said. “You just dont want me to have 43 . Im going and if you try to stop me, Ill scream.” “What are you doing ?” a voice asked. Diane jumped. She did not know that the man was there
52、 44 he spoke . “Im going diving, ” she answered. “You shouldnt swim that day, ” the man 45 . “There is a storm coming up.” “You should mind your own 46 !” Diane replied and walked into the gentle waves. “If you go out there youll be 47 ,” the man called after her. She did not bother to reply.Diane s
53、lipped into the water and dived 48 until white caps began rolling in and it became harder to 49 against the current (水流). Saltwater hit against her face, making it 50 to breathe. Oh, why had she not listened to advice.Panicking, she began to 51 . Then, just as it seemed as if she would slip beneath
54、the surface, she heard a 52 voice. “Hold on ! Im coming.” With 53 , she saw the old man rowing an ancient-looking boat towards her. “I hope youve learned a lesson. You put us both in 54 , ” he shouted angrily, as he dragged her over the side of the 55 . Gratefully, Diane thanked him and ran towards
55、the beach-house.36.A. eitherB. neitherC. nothingD. everything37.A. jumpB. lieC. spinD. sleep38.A. set outB. set inC. gave inD. gave out39.A. beachB. bedC. floorD. ship40.A. allowB. warnC. getD. prefer41.A. changingB. recoveringC. appearingD. traveling42.A. aloneB. awayC. againD. aside43.A. timeB. mo
56、neyC. foodD. fun44.A. whenB. untilC. afterD. once45.A. decidedB. intendedC. advisedD. repeated46.A. businessB. swimsuitC. friends D. parents47.A. angryB. sorryC. confusedD. excited48.A. nervouslyB. sadlyC. shylyD. happily49.A. riseB. swimC. stopD. row50.A. difficultB. easyC. comfortableD. suitable51
57、.A. speakB. singC. sniffD. scream52.A. calmB. frighteningC. beautifulD. disgusting53.A. regretB. reliefC. interestD. ease54.A. powerB. safetyC. dangerD. thought 55.A. houseB. waveC. beachD. boat【语篇解读】主人公Diane Ray是个任性执拗的女孩。父母对其无奈。多亏有好人相助，使她在一次游泳中化险为夷。这也给了她一个实实在在的教训！36. D 由上文Diane Ray was very spoilt.
58、(受宠)以及下文knowing that she would throw a temper tantrum if they did not。可以推测：她想要什么，父母亲给她什么。48. D Diane Ray不顾危险独自下水了，并且游得很起劲。此时危险来临。D选项符合逻辑。A 选项nervously（紧张地），干扰最大。但联系上文Diane任性的个性。她不听劝告，显然不会意识到危险性的存在。所以A选项排除。B,C选项不符文意。（2013山东卷)BGeorge Gershwin, born in 1998, was one of Americas greatest composers. He p
59、ublished his first song when he was eighteen years old. During the next twenty years he wrote more than five hundred songs. Many of Gershwins songs were first written for musical plays performed in theatres in New York City. These plays were a popular form of entertainment in the 1920s and 1930s. Ma
60、ny of his songs have remained popular as ever. Over the years they have been sung and played in every possible way from jazz to country. In the 1920s there was a debate in the United States about jazz music. Could jazz, some people asked, be considered serious music? In 1924 jazz musician and orches
61、tra leader Paul Whiteman decided to organize a special concert to show that jazz was serious music. Gershwin agreed to compose something for the concert before he realized he had just a few weeks to do it. And in that short time, he composed a piece for piano and orchestra which he called Rhapsody i
62、n Blue. Gershwin himself played the piano at the concert. The audience were thrilled when they heard his music. It made him world-famous and showed that jazz music could be both serious and popular. In 1928, Gershwin went to Paris. He applied to study composition (作曲)with the well-known musician Nad
63、ia Boulanger, but she rejected him. She was afraid that classical study would ruin his jazz-influenced style. While there, Gershwin wrote An American in Paris. When it was first performed, critics (评论家)were divided over the music. Some called it happy and full of life, to others it was silly and bor
64、ing. But it quickly became popular in Europe and the United States. It still remains one of his most famous works. George Gershwin died in 1937, just days after doctors learned he had brain cancer. He was only thirty-nine years old. Newspapers all over the world reported his death on their front pag
65、es. People mourned the loss of the man and all the music he might have still written. 61. Many of Gershwins musical works were _ . A. written about New Yorkers B. Composed for Paul WhitemanC. played mainly in the countrysideD. performed in various ways 62. What do we know about the concert organized
66、 by Whiteman?A. It attracted more people to theatresB. It proved jazz could be serious music C. It made Gershwin leader of the orchestra D. It caused a debate among jazz musicians. 63. What did Gershwin do during his stay in Paris?A. He created one of his best works B. He studied with Nadia Boulange
67、rC. He argued with French critics D. He changed his music style64. What do we learn from the last paragraph?A. Many of Gershwins works were lost B. The death of Gershwin was widely reported C. A concert was held in memory of GershwinD. Brain cancer research started after Gershwins death. 65. Which o
68、f the following best describes Gershwin?A. Talented and productiveB. Serious and boring C. popular and unhappy D. Friendly and honest 64.【答案】B（2013重庆卷)BOne of the greatest gifts one generation can give to other generations is the wisdom it has gained from experience. This idea has inspired the award
69、-winning photographer Andrew Zuckerman. He interviewed and took photos of fifty over-sixty-five-year-olds all over the world. His project explores various aspects of their lives. The photos and interviews are now available on our website. Click on the introductions to read the complete interviews.Le
70、t us now have a culture of peace.Federico Mayor Zaragoza, SpainFederico Mayor Zaragoza obtained a doctorate in pharmacy(药学)from the Complutense University of Madrid in 1958. After many years spent in politics, he became Director-General of UNESCO in 1987. In 1999, he created the Foundation for a Cul
71、ture of Peace, of which he is now the president. In addition to many scientific publications, he has published four collections of poems and several books of essays. Writing is a discovery.Nadine Gordlmer, South AfricaDue to a weak heart, Nadine Gordimer attended school and university briefly. She r
72、ead widely and began writing at an early age. She published her first short story at the age of fifteen, and has completed a large number of works, which have been translated into forty languages. In 1991, Gordimer won the Nobel Prize for Literature.Jazz is about the only form of art today.Dave Brub
73、eck, USADave Brubeck studied music at the University of the Pacific and graduated in 1942. After World War Two he was encouraged to play jazz. In 1951, he recorded his first album(专辑). Brubecks 1959 album has become a jazz standard. He received a Grammy lifetime Achievement Award in 1996.For more fi
74、gures CLICK HERE.60.Why did Andrew Zuckerman choose the fifty elders for his project?A. Because their wisdom deserves to be passed on.B. Because they are physically impressive.C. Because their accomplishments inspired him.D. Because they have similar experiences.61.According to the web page, Federic
75、o Mayor Zaragoza_.A. has won many awards for his work in politicsB. has served as the president of a universityC. has devoted all his life to the field of scienceD. has made achievements in different areas62.Who most probably said “My education has been the library and books” in the interview when r
76、eflecting on his/her experience?A. Andrew Zuckerman.B. Federico Mayor Zaragoza.C. Nadine Gordimer.D. Dave Brubeck.63.What is the main purpose of this web page?A. To show Zuckermans awards.B. To publicize Zuckermans project.C. To spread the wisdom of the three people.D. To celebrate the achievements
77、of the three people.【2012高考试题】【2012山东卷】BOne of the greatest contributions to the first Oxford English Dictionary was also one of its most unusual. In 1879, Oxford University in England asked Prof. James Murray to serve as editor for what was to be the most ambitious dictionary in the history of the
78、English language. It would include every English word possible and would give not only the definition but also the history of the word and quotations (引文)showing how it was used. This was a huge task. So Murrary had to find volunteers from Britain, the United States, and the British colonies to sear
79、ch every newspaper, magazine, and book ever written in English. Hundreds of volunteers responded, including William Chester Minor. Dr. Minor was an American Surgeon who had served in the Civil War and was now living in England. He gave his address as “Broadmoor, Crowthorne, Berkshire,” 50 miles from
80、 Oxford. Minor joined the army of volunteers sending words and quotations to Murray. Over the next years, he became one of the staffs most valued contributors. But he was also a mystery. In spite of many invitations, he would always decline to visit Oxford. So in 1897， Murray finally decided to trav
81、el to Crowthorne himself. When he arrived, he found Minor locked in a book-lined cell at the Broadmoor Asylum for the Criminally insane. Murray and Minor became friends, sharing their love of words. Minor continued contributing to the dictionary, sending in more than 10,000 submissions in 20 years.
82、Murray continued to visit Minor regularly, sometimes taking walks with him around the asylum grounds. In 1910, Minor left Broadmoor for an asylum in his native America. Murray was at the port to wave goodbye to his remarkable friend. Minor died in 1920, seven years before the first edition of the Ox
83、ford English Dictionary was completed. The 12 volumes defined 414,825 words, and thousands of them were contributions from a very scholarly and devoted asylum patient. 61. According to the text, the first Oxford English Dictionary _. A. came out before minor died B. was edited by an American volunte
84、er C. included the English words invented by MurrayD. was intended to be the most ambitious English dictionary62. How did Dr. Minor contributed to the dictionary?A. He helped Murray to find hundreds of volunteers. B. He sent newspapers, magazines and books to Murray.C. He provided a great number of
85、words and quotationsD. he went to England to work with Murray. 63. Why did Dr. Minor refuse to visit Oxford?A. He was shut in an asylumB. He lived far from OxfordC. He was busy writing a bookD. He disliked traveling 64. Prof. Murray and Dr. Minor became friends mainly because _.A. they both served i
86、n the Civil War. B. They had a common interest in wordsC. Minor recovered with the help of MurrayD. Murray went to America regularly to visit Minor65. Which of the following best describe Dr. Minor?A. Brave and determined B. Cautious and friendly C. Considerate and optimisticD. Unusual and scholarly
87、 66. What does the text mainly talk about?A. The history of the English language.B. The friendship between Murray and Minor C. Minor and the first Oxford English DictionaryD. Broadmoor Asylum and is patients 【文章大意】本文是一篇人物传记，讲述了牛津英语词典的编撰者之一的Dr. Minor的不一般的人生，他博学，但被关在精神病院。他对牛津英语词典贡献很大，并与Prof Murray因为共同
88、的爱好成为好朋友。【2012安徽卷】CWhen Frida Kahlos paintings were on show in London, a poet described her paintings as “ a ribbon （丝带）around a bomb”. Such comments seem to suggest Kahlo had a big influence on the art world of her time. Sadly, she is actually a much bigger name today than she was during her time.B
89、orn in 1907 in a village near Mexico City , Kahlo suffered from polio（小儿麻痹症）at the age of seven. Her spine （脊柱）become bent as she grew older. Then, in 1925, her back was broken in several places in a school-bus accident. Throughout the rest of her life, the artist had many operations, but noting was
90、 able to cure the terrible pain in her back. However, the accident had an unexpected side effect. While lying in her bed recovering, Kahlo taught herself to paint.In 1929, she got married to Diego Rivera, another famous Mexican artist. Riveras strong influences on Kahlos style can be seen in her ear
91、ly works, but her later works from the 1940s, known today as her best works, show less influence from her husband.Unfortunately, her works did not attract much attention in the 1930s and1940s, even in her home country. Her first one-woman show in Mexico was not held until 1953.For more than a decade
92、 after her death in 1954, Kahlos works remained largely unnoticed by the world, but in the 1970s her works began to gain international fame at last. 64. What does the phrase “a much bigger name” in paragraph 1 most nearly mean? A. a far better artist B. a for more gifted artist C. a much stronger pe
93、rson D. a much more famous person65. The terrible pain Kahlo suffered was caused by . A. polio B. her bent spineC. back injuries D. the operations she had66. Kahlos style had become increasingly independent since the . A.1930s B. 1940s C. 1950s D. 1970s67. What is authors attitude toward Kahlo? A. D
94、evotion B. Sympathy C. Worry D. Encouragement典型的人物传记。难度一般般。 64D 我们可以用better 和gifted来描写她，但是文章中说她的主要悲剧是不被大众认识。 65C 文章依据就是school bus accident. 66B 细节题，直接找到答案 67B 推理题，tomb和sadly告诉我们这是一个悲剧，a ribbon告诉我们主人公很积极乐观。【2011高考试题】1.（2011山东卷）A Arthur Miller(1915-2005)is universally recognized as one of the greatest
95、 dramatists of the 20th century. Miller s father had moved to the USA from Austria Hungary,drawn like so many others by the“ Great American Dream”. However, he experienced severe financial hardship when his family business was ruined in the Great Depression of the early l930s. Millers s most famous
96、play, Death of a Salesman , is a powerful attack on the American system ,with its aggressive way of doing business and its insistence on money and social status as indicators of worth. In Willy Loman , the hero of the play, we see a man who has got into trouble with his worth. Willy is “burnt out” a
97、nd in the cruel world of business there is no room for sentiment : if he cant do the work, then he is no good to his employer, the Wagner Company, and he must go. Willy is painfully aware of this, and at loss as to what to do with his lack of success. He refuses to face the fact that he has failed a
98、nd kills himself in the end. When it was first staged in 1949 ,the play was greeted with enthusiastic reviews ,and it won the Tony Award for Best Play, the New York Drama Critics Circle Award, and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. It was the first play to win all three of these major awards. Miller died
99、 of heart failure at his home in Roxbury, Connecticut ,on the evening of February 10,2005,the 56th anniversary of the first performance of Death of a Salesman on Broadway.高&56. Why did Arthur Miller s father move to the USA?A. He suffered from severe hunger in his home country.B. He was attracted by
100、 the Great American Dream.C. He hoped to make his son a dramatist. D. His family business failed. 57. The play Death of a SalesmanA. exposes the cruelty of the American business world B. discusses the ways to get promoted in a company C. talks about the business career of Arthur Miller D. focuses on
101、 the skills in doing business58. What can we learn about Willy Loman? A. He treats his employer badly. B. He runs the Wagner Company. C. He is a victim of the American system. D. He is regarded as a hero by his colleagues.59. After it was first staged, Death of a Salesman A. achieved huge success B.
102、 won the first Tony Award C. was warmly welcomed by salesmen D. was severely attacked by dramatists60. What is the text mainly about? A. Arthur Miller and his family. B. The awards Arthur Miller won. C. The hardship Arthur Miller experienced. D. Arthur Miller and his best-known play.D。主旨大意题。A没有提及，BC
103、都是片面的。2.（2011陕西卷）BMost people know that Marie Curie was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, and the first person to win it twice. However, few people know that she was also the mother of a Nobel Prize winner.Born in September, 1987, Irene Curie was the first of the Curies two daughters. Along wi
104、th nine other children whose parents were also famous scholars, Irene studied in their own school, and her mother was one of the teachers. She finished her high school education at the College of Svign in Paris.Irene entered the University of Paris in 1914 to prepare for a degree in mathematics and
105、physics. When World War I began, Irene went to help her mother, who was using X-ray facilities（设备） to help save the lives of wounded soldiers.Irene continued the work by developing X-ray facilities in military hospitals in France and Belgrum. Her services were recognised in the form of a Militarys M
106、edal by the French government. In 1918, Irene became her mothers assistant at the Curie Institute. In December 1924, Frederic Joliot joined the Institute, and Irene taugh him the techniques required for his work. They soon fell in love and were married in 1926. Their daughter Helene was born in 1927
107、 and their son Pierre five years later.Like her mother, Irene combined family and career. Like her mother, Irene was awarded a Nobel Prize, along with her husband, in 1935. Unfortunately, also like her mother, she developed leukemia because of her work with radioactivity（辐射能）. Irene Joliot-Curie die
108、d from leukemia on March 17, 1956.49Why was Irene Curie awarded a Military Medal?【B】A.Because she received a degree in mathematics.B.Because she contributed to saving the wounded.C.Because she won the Nobel Prize with Frederic.D. Because she worked as a helper to her mother.50Where did Irene Curie m
109、eet her husband Frederio joliot?【A】A.At the Curie Institute. B.At the Cniversity of Paris.C.At a military hospital. D.At the College of Sevigne.51When was the second child of Irene Curie and Frederic Joliot born?【A】A. In 1932. B. In 1927. C. In 1897. D. In 1926.52 In which of the following aspects w
110、as Irene Cuire different from her mother?【C】A.Irene worked with radioactivity. B.Irene combined family and career.C.Irene won the Nobel Prize once D.Irene died from leukemia.3.（2011重庆卷）DWilliam Butler Yeats, a most famous Irish writer, was born in Dublin on June 13,1865. His childhood lacked the har
111、mony (和睦) that was typical of a happy family. Later, Yeats shocked his family by saying that he remembered “little of childhood but its pain”. In fact, he inherited (继承) excellent taste in art from his familyboth his father and his brother were painters. But he finally settled on literature, particu
112、larly drama (戏剧) and poetry.Yeats had strong faith in coming of new artistic movements. He set himself the fresh task in founding an Irish national theatre in the late 1890s. His early theatrical experiments, however, were not received favorably at the beginning. He didnt lose heart, and finally enj
113、oyed success in his poetical drama.Compared with his dramatic works, Yeatss poems attract much admiring notice. The subject matter includes love, nature, history, time and aging. Though Yeats generally relied on very tradisional forms, he brought modern sensibility to them. As his literary life prog
114、ressed, his poetry grew finer and richer, which led him to worldwide recognition.He had not enjoyed a major public lift since winning the Nobel Price in 1923. Yet, he continued writing almost to the end of his life. Had Yeats stopped writing at age 40, he would probably now be valued as a minor poet
115、, for there is no other example in literary history of a poet who produces his greatest works between the age of 50 and 75. After Yeatss death in 1939, W. H. Auden wrote, among others, the falling liners:Earth, receive an honoured guest:William Yeats is laid to rest.Let the Irish vessel (船) lieEmpti
116、ed of its poetry.68. Which of the following can describe Yeatss family?A. It filled Yeatss childhood with laughter.B. It was shocked by Yeatss choice.C. It was a typically wealthy family.D. It had an artistic atmosphere.69. According to thse passage, what do we know about Yeatss life?A. Yeats founde
117、d the first Irish theater.B. Yeats stuck to modern forms in his peotry.C. Yeats began to produce his best works from the 1910s.D. Yeats was not favored by the publie until the 1923 Noble Prize.70. What kind of feeling is expressed in W.H.Audens lines?A. Envy. B. Sympathy.C. Emptiness. D. Admiration.
118、71. What is the passage mainly about?A. Yeatss literary achievements.B. Yeatss historical influence.C. Yeatss artistic ambition.D. Yeatss national honor.【答案】DCDA4.（2011福建卷）D Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was one of the most private women in the world, yet when she went to work as an editor in t
119、he last two decades of her life, she revealed (展现) herself as she did nowhere else.After the death of her second husband,Greek shipping magnate AristotieOnassis laquelines close friend and former White House social ? Letitis Baldrige made a suggestion that she consider a career in publishing.After c
120、onsideration,Jacqueline accepted it.Perhaps she hoped to find there some ideas about how to live her own life .She became not less but more interested in reading.For the last 20 years of her life, Jacqueline worked as a publishers editor, first at Viking,then at Doubleday ,pursuing（追求）a late-life ca
121、reer longer than her two marriages combined.During her time in publishing, she was responsible for managing and editing more than 100 sucessfully marketed books.Among the first books were In the Russian Style and Inventive Paris Clothes.She also succeeded in persuading TV hosts Bill Moyers and Josep
122、h Campbell to transform their popular television conversation into a book ,The Power of Myth.The book went on to become an international best-seller.She dealt too.with Michael Jackson as he prepared his autobiography(自传)，Moonwalk.Jaequelinered for her name and for her social relations,but she soon p
123、rovedHer worth.Her shoicas,suggestions and widespread social relations were of benefit both to the publishing Since and to Jacqueline herself.In the books she selected for publication,she built on a lifetime of spending time by herself as a reader and left a record of the growth of her mind.Her book
124、s are the autobiofraphy she never wrote,Her role as First lady,in the end,was overshadowed by her performance as an editor.However,few knew that she had achteved so much.68.We can learn from the passage that Jecqueline A.because fond of reading after working as an editorB.was in charge of publishing
125、 100 booksC.promoted lier books through social relationsD.gained a lot from her career as an editor69.The underlined sentence in the last paragph probably means this A.Jscquelines ended up as an editor rather than as First LadyB. Jscquelines life as First Lady was more colorful than as an editorC. J
126、scqueline was more successful as an editor than as First LadyD. Jscquelines role as First Lady was more brilliant than as an editor70.What can be inferred from the passage?A. Jscquelines two marriages lasted more than 20 yearsB. Jscquelines own publishing firm was set up eventuallyC. Jscquelines vie
127、ws and beliefs were reflected in the books she editedD. Jscquelines achievements were widely known71.The passage is mainly A.an introduction of jacquelines life both as Fist Lady and as editor.B.a brief description of jacquelines lifelong experiences.C.a brief account of jacquelines career as an edi
128、tor in her last 20 years.D.an analysis of Jscquelines social relations in publishing【答案】DCCC【2010高考试题】Passage 1(10安徽A篇)The engineer Camilla Olivetti was 40 years old when he started the company in 1908. At his factory in Ivrea, he designed and produced the first Italian typewriter. Today the company
129、s head office is still in Ivrea, near Turin, but the company is much larger than it was in those days and there are offices all around the world, By 1930 there was a staff of 700 and the company turned out 13.000 machines a year. Some went to customers in Italy, but Olivetti exported more typewriter
130、s to other countries. Camillos son, Adriano, started working for the company in 1924 and later he became the boss. He introduced a standard speed for the production line and he employed technology and design specialist. The company developed new and better typewriters and then calculators(计算器). In 1
131、959 it produced the ELEA computer system. This was the first mainframe(主机) computer designed and made in Italy.After Adriano died in 1960, the company had a period of financial problem. Other companies, especially the Japanese, made faster progress in electronic technology than the Italian company.I
132、n 1978, Carlo de Benedetti became the new boss. Olivetti increased its marketing and service networks and made agreements with other companies to design and produce more advanced office equipment. Soon it became one of the worlds lesding companies in information technology and commucations. There ar
133、e now five independent companies in the Olivetti groupone for personal computers, one for other office equipment, one for systems and service, and two for telecommunications.56.From the text we learn that A. by 1930 Olivetti produced 13.000 typewriters a yearB. Olivetti earned more in the 1960s than
134、 in the 1950sC. some of Olivettis 700 staff regularly visited customers in ItalyD. Olivetti set up offices in other countries from the very beginning57. What was probably the direct result of Olivettis falling behind in electronic technologyA. Adrianos death B.A period of financial problemsC. Its fa
135、ster progress D. Its agreements with other companies.58. What do we know about Olivetti?A. It produced the best typewriter in the world.B. It designed the worlds first mainframe computer.C. It exported more typewriters than other companies.D. It has five independent companies with its head office in
136、 Ivrea.59. The best title for the text would be A. The Origin of Olivetti. B. The Success of Olivetti.C. The History of Olivetti D. The Production of Olivetti.答案：5659 ABDCPassage 2(10福建A篇) F. Scott Fitzgerald, born on September 24, 1896, an American novelist, was once a student of St. Paul Academy,
137、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 wife 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 happ
138、iness in the past often approached such joy that I could share it even with the person dearest to me but had to walk it away in quiet streets and take 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 m
139、ore time to his writing. Then he continued with the novel the Beautiful and Damned (1922), a collection of short stories Thales of the Jazz Age (1922), and a play The Vegetable (1923). But his greatest success was The Great Gatsby, published in 1925, which quick brought him praise from the literary
140、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. 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
141、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 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 hi
142、s alcoholism.56. How many novels written by Fitzgerald are mentioned in the passage? A. 5 B. 6 C. 7 D. 857. Which of the following is the correct order 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
143、 novel This Side of Paradise.d. The Great Gatsby won high praise.高&考%资(源#网e. He failed to reorder his life.f. He joined the army and met Zelda.A. f-c-e-a-b-d B. b-e-a-f-c-d C. f-d-e-c-b-a D. b-f-c-d-e-a58. We can infer from the passage that Fitzgerald . A. had made some money when he met Zelda in Al
144、abama. B. was well educated and well off before he served in the army C. would have completed more works if his wife hadnt broken down D. helped his friend get rid of drinking while his wife was in hospital59. The passage is probably followed by a concluding paragraph about . A. Zeldas personal life
145、 B. Zeldas illness and treatment C. Fitzgeralds friendship with Graham D. Fitzgeralds contributions to the literary world 答案：5659 ADCDPassage 3(10湖南B篇)When Mary Moore began her high school in 1951, her mother told her, Be sure and take a typing course so when this show business thing doesnt work out
146、, youll have something to rely on. Mary responded in typical teenage fashion. From that moment on, the very last thing I ever thought about doing was taking a typing course, she recalls. The show business thing worked out, of course. In her career, Mary won many awards. Only recently, when she began
147、 to write Growing Up Again, did she regret ignoring her morn, I dont know how to use a computer, she admits. Unlike her 1995 autobiography, After All, her second book is less about life as an award-winning actress and more about living with diabetes (糖尿病). All the money from the book is intended for
148、 the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), an organization she serves as international chairman. I felt there was a need for a book like this, she says. I didnt want to lecture, but I wanted other diabetics to know that things get better when were self-controlled and do our part in managing
149、the disease. But she hasnt always practiced what she teaches. In her book, she describes that awful day, almost 40 years ago, when she received two pieces of life-changing news. First, she had lost the baby she was carrying, and second, tests showed that she had diabetes. In a childlike act, she lef
150、t the hospital and treated herself to a box of doughnuts (甜甜圈). Years would pass before she realized she had to grow u p -again-and take control of her diabetes, not let it control her. Only then did she kick her three-pack-a-day cigarette habit, overcome her addiction to alcohol, and begin to follo
151、w a balanced diet. Although her disease has affected her eyesight and forced her to the sidelines of the dance floor, she refuses to fall into self-pity. Everybody on earth can ask, why me? about something or other, she insists. It doesnt do any good. No one is immune (免疫的) to heartache, pain, and d
152、isappointments. Sometimes we can make things better by helping others. Ive come to realize the importance of that as Ive grown up this second time. I want to speak out and be as helpful as I can be.61. Why did Mary feel regretful? A. She didnt achieve her ambition. B. She didnt take care of her moth
153、er.C. She didnt complete her high school.D. She didnt follow her mothers advice. 62, We can know that before 1995 Mary A. had two books publishedB. received many career awardsC. knew how to use a computerD. supported the JDRF by writing 63. Marys second book Growing Up Again is mainly about her .A.
154、living with diabetes B. successful show businessC. service for an organizationD. remembrance of her mother 64. When Mary received the life-changing news, she . A. lost control of herself B. began a balanced diet C. Med to get a treatment D. behaved in an adult way 65. What can we know from the last
155、paragraph? A. Mary feels pity for herself. B. Mary has recovered from her disease. C. Mary wants to help others as much as possible.D. Mary determines to go back to the dance floor. Passage 4(10全国 B篇)When youre lying on the white sands of the Mexican Riviera, the stresses(压力) of the world seem a mil
156、lion miles away. Hey, stop! This is no vacation-you have to finish something!Here lies the problem for travel writer and tood critic(评论家),Edie Jarolim “I always loved traveling and always liked to eat, but it never occurred to me that I could make money doing both of those things,” Jarolim said. Now
157、 you can read her travel advice everywhere in Arts and Antiques, in Brides, or in one of her there books, The Complate Idiots Travel Guide to Mexican Beach Resarts.writing began some eight years ago. After getting a PhD in English in Canada, she took a Test Frommers travel guides, passed it, and got
158、 the job. After working at Frommers, Jarolim workedfor a while at Rough Guides in London, then Fodors, where she fell so in love with a description of the Southwest of the U.S. that she moved there.Now as a travel writer, she spends one-third of her year on the road. The rest of the time is spent co
159、mpleting her tasks and writing reviews of restaurants at home in Tucson, Arigona.As adventurous as the job sounds, the hard part is fact-checking all the information. Sure, its great to write about a tourist attraction, but youd better get the local(当地的)museum hours correct or you could really ruin
160、someones vacation.46. Which country does Jarolim live in now?AMexico BThe U.S. CThe U.K. DCanada47. What is most difficrlt for Jarolim?AWorking in different places to collect informationBChecking all the facts to be written in the guidesCFinishing her work as soon as possibleDPassing a test to write
161、 travel guides48. What do we know about Jarllim from the text?AShe is successful in her jobBShe finds her life full of stresses CShe spends half of her time travelingDShe is especially interested in museums49. What would be the best title for the text?AAdventures in Travel WritingBWorking as a Food
162、CriticCTravel Guides on the MarketDVacationing for a LivingPassage 5(10山东A篇)Christopher Thomas, 27, was a writer by night and a teacher by day when he noticed he was always tired and was losing weight fast. Diagnosed with diabetes(糖尿病), Thomas would need to inject himself with insulin(胰岛素) three tim
163、es a day for the rest of his life or risk nerve damage, blindness, and even death. And if that werent bad enough, he had no health insurance. After a month of feeling upset, Thomas decided hed better find a way to fight back. He left Canton, Michigan for New York, got a job waiting tables, nicknamed
164、 himself the Diabetic Rockstar, and created , a free online community for diabetics and their loved onesa place where over 1,100 people share personal stories, information, and resources. Jason Swenckis son, Kody, was diagnosed with type diabetes at six. Father and son visit the online childrens for
165、ums(论坛) together most evenings. Kody gets so excited, writing to kids from all over, says Swencki, one of the sites volunteers. They know what hes going through, so he doesnt feel alone. Kody is anything but alone: Diabetes is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, with 24 mill
166、ion diagnosed cases. And more people are being diagnosed at younger ages. These days, Thomass main focus is his charity（慈善机构）, Fight It, which provides medicines and supplies to people225 to datewho cant afford a diabetics huge expenses. Fight-it.org has raised about $23,000in products and in cash.
167、In May, Thomas will hold the first annual Diabetic Rockstar Festival in the Caribbean. Even with a staff of 22 volunteers, Thomas often devotes up to 50 hours a week to his cause, while still doing his full-time job waiting tables. Of the diabetes charities out there, most are putting money into fin
168、ding a cure, says Bentley Gubar, one of Rockstars original members. But Christopher is the only person I know saying people need help now.56. Which of the following is true of Christopher Thomas?He needs to go to the doctor every day.He studies the leading cause of diabetesHe has a positive attitude
169、 to this disease.He encourages diabetics by writing articles.57. D was created for _. A. diabetics to communicate B. volunteers to find jobs C. children to amuse themselves D. rock stars to share resources.解析：细节理解题。根据a free online community for diabetics and their loved onesa place where over 1,100
170、people share personal stories, information, and resources可知A项正确。答案:A 58. According to the text, Kody _.A. feel lonely because of his illnessB. benefits from C. helps create the online kids forumsD. writes childrens stories online59. What can we learn about Fight It?A. It helps the diabetics in finan
171、cial difficulties.B. It organizes parties for volunteer once a year.C. It offers less expensive medicine to diabetics.D. It owns a well-known medical website.60. The last paragraph suggests that Thomas _.A. works full-time in a diabetes charity B. employs 22 people for his websiteC. helps diabetics
172、in his own way D. ties to find a cure for diabetesPassage 6(10山东C篇)Rae Armantrout, who has been a poetry professor at the University of California San Diego(UCSD) for two decades, has won the 2010 Pulitzer Prize in the poetry category for her most recent book, “Versed”.“Im delighted and amazed at ho
173、w much media recognition that the Pulitzer brings, as compared to even the National Book Critics Award, which I was also surprised and delighted to win,” said Armantrout.“For a long time, my writing has been just below the media radar, and to have this kind of attention, suddenly, with my 10th book,
174、 is really surprising.”Armantrout, a native Californian, received her bachelors degree at UC Berkeley, where she studied with noted poet Denise Levertov, and her masters in creative writing from San Francisco State University. She is a founding member of Language Poets, a group in American poetry th
175、at analyzes the way language is used and raises questions to make the reader think. In March, she won the National Book Critics Circle Award for “Versed.” “This book has gotten more attention,” Armantrout said, “but I dont feel as if its better.”The first half of “Versed” focuses on the dark forces
176、taking hold of the United States as it fought the war against Iraq. The second half looks at the dark forces casting a shadow over her own life after Armantrout was diagnosed with cancer in 2006.Armantrout was shocked to learn she had won the Pulitzer but many of her colleagues were not. “Rae Armant
177、rout is a unique voice in American poetry,” said Seth Lerer, head of Arts and Humanities at UCSD. “Versed”, published by the Wesleyan University Press, did appear in a larger printing than her earlier works, which is about 2,700 copies. The new edition is scheduled to appear in May.66. According to
178、Rae Armantrout, _.A. her 10th book is much betterB. her winning the Pulitzer is unexpectedC. the media is surprised at her worksD. she likes being recognized by her readers解析：细节理解题。根据文章第二段的叙述可知，Armantrout对于自己获得普利策奖是很惊讶的，所以B项正确。答案：B67. Which of the following is true of Rae Armantrout?A. She published
179、 a poetry textbook.B. She used to teach Denise Levertov.C. She started a poets group with others.D. She taught creative writing at UC Berkeley.解析：细节理解题。根据文章第三段中的She is a founding member of Language Poets, a group in American poetry可知C项正确。答案：C68. What can we learn about “Versed”?A. It consists of thr
180、ee parts.B. It is mainly about the American army.C. It is a book published two decades ago.D. It partly concerns the poets own life.解析：细节理解题。根据文章中的The second half looks at the dark forces casting a shadow over her own life after Armantrout was diagnosed with cancer in 2006.可知D项正确。答案：D69. Rae Armantr
181、outs colleagues think that she _.A. should write moreB. has a sweet voiceC. deserves the prizeD. is a strange professor解析：细节理解题。根据文章中的倒数第二段可知C项正确。答案：C70. What can we learn from the text? A. About 2,700 copies of “Versed” will be printed.B. Cancer made Armantrout stop writing.C. Armantrout got her de
182、grees at UCSD.D. “Versed” has been awarded twice.Passage 7(10重庆B篇)Love, success, happiness, family and freedom-how important are these values to you? Here is one interview which explores the fundamental questions in life.Question: Could you introduce yourself first?Answer: My name is Misbah, 27 year
183、s old. I was born in a war-torn area. Right now Im a web designer.Q: What are your great memories?A: My parents used to take us to hunt birds, climb trees, and play in the fields. For me it was like a holiday because we were going to have fun all day long. Those are my great memories.Q: Does your ch
184、ildhood mean a lot to you?A: Yes. As life was very hard, I used to work to help bring money in for the family. I spent my childhood working, with responsibilities beyond my age. However, it taught me to deal with problems all alone. I learnt to be independent.Q: What changes would you like to make i
185、n your life?A: If I could change something in my life, Id change it so that my childhood could have taken place in another area. I would have loved to live with my family in freedom. Who cares whether we have much money, or whether we have a beautiful house? It doesnt matter as long as I can live wi
186、th my family and we are safe.Q: How do your get along with your parents?A: My parents supported me until I came of age. I want to give back what Ive got. Thats our way. But I am working in another city. My only contact with my parents now is through the phone, but I hate using it. It filters(过滤) out
187、 your emotion and leaves your voice only. My deepest feelings should be passed through sight, hearing and touch.60. In Misbahs childhood, .A. he was free from worryB. he liked living in the countrysideC. he was fond of getting close to natureD. he often spent holidays with his family61. What did Mis
188、bah desire most in his childhood?A. A colorful life. B. A beautiful house.C. Peace and freedom. D. Money for his family.62. How would Misbah prefer to communicate with his parents?A. By chatting on the Internet. B. By calling them sometimes.C. By paying weekly visits. D. By writing them letters.63.
189、If there were only one question left, what would it most probably be?A. What was your childhood dream?B. What is your biggest achievement?C. What is your parents view of you?D. What was your hardest experience in the war?63. 答案B【解析】推理判断题。其它三个问题在上文中都有所涉及，只有B项没有。所以如果还剩一个问题，很有可能就是B项。【2009高考试题】Passage 1
190、(09浙江E篇)Four people in England back in 1953, stared at Photo 51,It wasnt mucha picture showing a black X. But three of these people won the Nobel Prize for figuring out what the photo really showed the shape of DNA The discovery brought fame and fortune to scientists James Watson, Francis Crick, and
191、 Maurice Wilkins. The fourth, the one who actually made the picture, was left out. Her name was Rosalind Franklin.”She should have been up there,” says historian Mary Bowden.” If her photos hadnt been there, the others couldnt have come up with the structure.” One reason Franklin was missing was tha
192、t she had died of cancer four years before the Nobel decision. But now scholars doubt that Franklin was not only robbed of her life by disease but robbed of credit by her competitors At Cambridge University in the 1950s, Watson and Click tried to make models by cutting up shapes of DNAs parts and th
193、en putting them together. In the meantime, at Kings College in London, Franklin and Wilkins shone X-rays at the molecule(分子). The rays produced patterns reflection the shape. But Wilkins and Franklins relationship was a lot rockier than the celebrated teamwork of Watson and Crick, Wilkins thought Fr
194、anklin was hired to be his assistant .But the college actually employed her to take over the DNA project.What she did was produce X-ray pictures that told Watson and Crick that one of their early models was inside out. And she was not shy about saying so. That angered Watson, who attacked her in ret
195、urn, “Mere inspection suggested that she would not easily bend. Clearly she had to to go or be put in her place.”As Franklins competitors, Wilkins, Watson and Crick had much to gain by cutting her out of the little group of researchers, says historian Pnina Abir-Am. In 1962 at the Nobel Prize awardi
196、ng ceremony, Wilkins thanked 13 colleagues by name before he mentioned Franklin, Watson wrote his book laughing at her. Crick wrote in 1974 that “Franklin was only two steps away from the solution.” No, Franklin was the solution. “She contributed more than any other player to solving the structure o
197、f DNA . She must be considered a co-discoverer,” Abir-Am says. This was backed up by Aaron Klug, who worked with Franklin and later won a Nobel Prize himself. Once described as the “Dark Lady of DNA”, Franklin is finally coming into the light.57. What is the text mainly about? A. The disagreements a
198、mong DNA researchers. B. The unfair treatment of Franklin. C. The process of discovering DNA. D. The race between two teams of scientists.58. Watson was angry with Franklin because she . A. took the lead in the competition B. kept her results from him C. proved some of his findings wrong D. shared h
199、er data with other scientists59. Why is Franklin described as “Dark Lady of DNA”? A. She developed pictures in dark labs. B. She discovered the black X-the shape of DNA. C. Her name was forgotten after her death. D. Her contribution was unknown to the public.60. What is the writers attitude toward W
200、ilkins, Watson and Crick? A. Disapproving. B. Respectful. C. Admiring. D. Doubtful.答案： 57.B 58.C 59.D 60.APassage 2(09重庆B篇)How to Be a WinnerSir Steven RedgraveWinner of 5 Olympic Gold Medals“In 1997 I was found to have developed diabetes(糖尿病). Believing my career（职业生涯） was over, I felt extremely lo
201、w. Then one of the specialists said there was to no reason why I should stop training and competing. That was it -the encouragement I needed. I could still be a winner if I believed in myself. I am not saying that it isnt difficult sometimes. But I wanted to prove to myself that I wasnt finished yet
202、. Nothing is to stand in my way.”Karen PickeringSwimming World Champion “I swim 4 hours a day, 6 days a week. I manage that sort of workload by putting it on top of my diary. This is the key to success-you cant follow a career in any field without being well-organized. List what you believe you can
203、achieve. Trust yourself, write down your goals for the day, however small they are, and youll be a step closer to achieving them.”Kirsten BestPoet & Writer“When things are getting hard, a voice inside my head tells me that I cant achieve something. Then, there are other distractions, such as family
204、or hobbies. The key is to concentrate. When I feel tense, it helps a lot to repeat words such as calm, peace or focus, either out loud or silently in my mind. It makes me feel more in control and increases my confidence. This is a habit that can become second nature quite easily and is a powerful ps
205、ychological（心理的） tool”60. What does Sir Steven Redgrave mainly talk about?A. Difficulties influenced his career.B. Specialists offered him medical advice.C. Training helped him defeat his disease.D. He overcame the shadow of illness to win.61. What does Karen Pickering put on top of her diary?A. Her
206、 training schedule.B. Her daily happenings.C. Her achievements.D. Her sports career.62.What does the underlined word “distractions” probably refer to？A. Ways that help one to focus.B. Words that help one to feel less tense.C. Activities that turn ones attention away.D. Habits that make it hard for o
207、ne to relax.63. According to the passage ,what do the three people have in common?A. Courage.B. Devotion.C. Hard work.D. Self-confidence.答案 60.D 61.A 62.C 63.DPassage 3(09宁夏、海南B篇)Computer programmer David Jones earns $35.000 a year designing new computer games. yet he cannot find a bank ready to let
208、 him have a credit card（信用卡）Instead he has been told to wait another two years until he is 18. The 16-year-old works for a small firm in Liverpool where the problem of most young people of his age is finding a job Davids firm releases（推出）two new games for the fast growing computer market each monthB
209、ut Davids biggest headache is what to do with his money. Even though he earns a lot he cannot drive a car take out a mortgage（抵押贷款）,or get credit cards David got his job with the Liverpool-based company four months ago ,a year after leaving school with six O-levels and working for a time in a comput
210、er shop. “I got the job because the people who run the firm knew I had already written some programs” he said David spends some of his money on records and clothes and gives his mother 50 pounds a week But most of his spare time is spent working.“Unfortunately, computing was not part of our studies
211、at school “ he said “But I had been studying it in books and magazines for four years in my spare time I knew what I wanted to do and never considered staying on at school Most people in this business are fairly young, anyway” David added :”I would like to earn a million and I suppose early retireme
212、nt（退休）is a possibility You never know when the market might disappear.”60In what way is David different from people of his age?AHe often goes out with friendsBHe lives with his motherCHe has a handsome incomeDHe graduated with six O-levels61What is one of the problems that David is facing now?AHe is
213、 too young to get a credit cardBHe has no time to learn drivingCHe has very little spare timeDHe will soon lose his job62Why was David able to get the job in the company?AHe had done well in all his examsBHe had written some computer programsCHe was good at playing computer gamesDHe had learnt to us
214、e computers at school63Why did David decide to leave school and start working?AHe received lots of job offersBHe was eager to help his motherCHe lost interest in school studiesDHe wanted to earn his own living答案 60.C 61.A 62.B 63.CPassage 4(09陕西B篇)When people hear a president speak, they seldom thin
215、k about others helping to shape the presentation（报告）. Today, however, presidents depend on writers such as J. Terry Edmonds to help them communicate （交流） effectively. Edmonds is the first African American ever to work as a full-time speechwriter for a U. S. president; he is so the first African Amer
216、ican to serve as director of speechwriting for White House. His is an all-American story of success. Edmonds grew up in Baltimore, Maryland; his father drove a truck, and his mother worked as a waitress. A. great reader, Edmonds showed a gift for writing at his high School, Baltimore City College Af
217、ter graduating in 1967 Edmonds went on to Morgan State University Edmonds began his career in business, with jobs in public relations and communications. He joined the world of politics as news secretary for his congressman （国会议员） from Baltimore During Bill Clintons presidency, he wrote speeches for
218、 Health and Human Services Secretary Donna Shalala and worked in a number of job in the White House and in governmental departments President Clinton then appointed （任命）him to the office of directory of speechwriting Following the 2000 elections Edmonds returned to Morgan State University as the sch
219、ools special assistant to the president for 2001-2002 45. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text? A. Edmonds proved himself to be good at writing at high school B. Edmonds graduated from Morgan State University in 1967. C. Edmonds was the first full-time speechwriter. D. Edm
220、onds served the White House after 2000. 46.Edmonds entered the world of politics first as . A. news secretary for a Congressman B. a speechwriter for President Clinton C. news secretary in the White House D. a speechwriter for Secretary Donna Shalala 47. The text is most likely to be found in a book
221、 about . A. popular science B. historical events C. successful people D, Political systems 答案 45.A 46.A 47.C【2008高考试题】Passage 5(08广东C篇)Napoleon,as a character in Tolstoys War and Peace,is more than once described as having“fat little hands.”Nor does he “sit well or firmly on the horse.”He is said to
222、 be “undersized,”with “short legs” and a “round stomach”.The issue here is not the accuracy of Tolstoys descriptionit seems not that far off from historical accountsbut his choice of facts:other things that could be said of the man are not said.We are meant to understand the difference of a warring
223、commander in the body of a fat little Frenchman.Tolstoys Napoleon could be any man wandering in the streets and putting a little of powdered tobacco up his noseand that is the point.It is a way the novelist uses to show the moral nature of a character.And it turns out that,as Tolstoy has it,Napoleon
224、 is a crazy man.In a scene in Book Three of War and Peace,the wars having reached the critical year of 1812,Napoleon receives a representative from the Tsar (沙皇),who has come with peace terms.Napoleon is very angry:doesnt he have more army? He,not the Tsar,is the one to make the terms.He will destro
225、y all of Europe if his army is stopped,“That is what you will have gained by engaging me in the war!”he shouts.And then,Tolstoy writes,Napoleon“walked silently several times up and down the room,his fat shoulders moving quickly.”Still later,after reviewing his army amid cheering crowds,Napoleon invi
226、tes the shaken Russian to dinner.“He raised his hand to the Russians.face,” Tolstoy writes,and “taking him by the ear pulled it gently.”.To have ones ear pulled by the Emperor was considered the greatest honor and mark of favor at the French court.“Well,well,why dont you say anything?”said he,as if
227、it was ridiculous in his presence to respect any one but himself,Napoleon.Tolstoy did his research,but the composition is his own.51.Tolstoys description of Napoleon in War and Peace is .A.far from the historical factsB.based on the Russian historyC.based on his selection of factsD.not related to hi
228、storical details52.Napoleon was angry when receiving the Russian representative because .A.he thought he should be the one to make the peace termsB.the Tsars peace terms were hard to acceptC.the Russians stopped his military movementD.he didnt have any more army to fight with53.What did Napoleon exp
229、ect the Russian representative to do?A.To walk out of the room in anger.B.To show agreement with him.C.To say something about the Tsar.D.To express his admiration.54.Tolstoy intended to present Napoleon as a man who is .A.ill-mannered in dealing with foreign guestsB.fond of showing off his iron will
230、C.determined in destroying all of EuropeD.crazy for power and respect55.What does the last sentence of the passage imply?A.A writer doesnt have to be faithful to his findings.B.A writer may write about a hero in his own way.C.A writer may not be responsible for what he writes.D.A writer has hardly a
231、ny freedom to show his feelings.答案 51.B 52.C 53.B 54.A 55.BPassage 6(08山东C篇)It was the summer of 1965.DeLuca,then 17,visited Peter Buck,a family friend.Buck asked DeLuca about his plans for the future.“Im going to college,but I need a way to pay for it,” DeLuca recalls saying.“Buck said,You should o
232、pen a sandwich shop.”That afternoon,they agreed to be partners.And they set a goal:to open 32 stores in ten years.After doing some research,Buck wrote a check for $1,000.DeLuca rented a storefront (店面) in Connecticut,and when they couldnt cover their start-up costs,Buck kicked in another $1,000.But
233、business didnt go smoothly as they expected.DeLuca says,“After six months,we were doing poorly,but we didnt know how badly,because we didnt have any financial controls.” All he and Buck knew was that their sales were lower than their costs.DeLuca was managing the store and going to the University of
234、 Bridgeport at the same time.Buck was working at his day job as a nuclear physicist in New York.Theyd meet Monday evenings and brainstorm ideas for keeping the business running.“We convinced ourselves to open a second store.We figured we could tell the public,We are so successful,we are opening a se
235、cond store.” And they didin the spring of 1966.Still,it was a lot of learning by trial and error.But the partners learn-as-you go approach turned out to be their greatest strength.Every Friday,DeLuca would drive around and hand-deliver the checks to pay their suppliers.“It probably took me two and a
236、 half hours and it wasnt necessary,but as a result,the suppliers got to know me very well,and the personal relationships established really helped out,” DeLuca says.And having a goal was also important.“There are so many problems that can get you down.You just have to keep working toward your goal,”
237、 DeLuca adds.DeLuca ended up founding Subway Sandwich,the multimillion-dollar restaurant chain.67.DeLuca opened the first sandwich shop in order to .A.support his familyB.pay for his college educationC.help his partner expand businessD.do some research68.Which of the following is true of Buck?A.He p
238、ut money into the sandwich business.B.He was a professor of business administration.C.He was studying at the University of Bridgeport.D.He rented a storefront for DeLuca.69.What can we learn about their first shop?A.It stood at an unfavorable place.B.It lowered the prices to promote sales.C.It made
239、no profits due to poor management.D.It lacked control over the quality of sandwiches.70.They decided to open a second store because they .A.had enough money to do itB.had succeeded in their businessC.wished to meet the increasing demand of customersD.wanted to make believe that they were successful7
240、1.What contributes most to their success according to the author?A.Learning by trial and error.B.Making friends with suppliers.C.Finding a good partner.D.Opening chain stores.答案 67.B 68.A 69.C 70.D 71.APassage 7(08山东D篇)Melissa Poe was 9 years old when she began a campaign for a cleaner environment b
241、y writing a letter to the then President Bush.Through her own efforts,her letter was reproduced on over 250 donated billboards (广告牌) across the country.The response to her request for help was so huge that Poe established Kids For A Cleaner Environment (Kids F.A.C.E.) in 1989.There are now 300,000 m
242、embers of Kids F.A.C.E. worldwide and it is the worlds largest youth environmental organization.Poe has also asked the National Park Service to carry out a “Childrens Forest” project in every national park.In 1992,she was invited as one of only six children in the world to speak at the Earth Summit
243、in Brazil as part of the Voices of the Future Program.In 1993,she was given a Caring Award for her efforts by the Caring Institute.Since the organization started,Kids F.A.C.E.members have distributed and planted over 1 million trees!Ongoing tree-planting projects include Kids Yardsthe creation of ba
244、ckyard wildlife habitats (栖息地)and now Kids F.A.C.E.is involved in the exciting Earth Odyssey,which is a great way to start helping.“Starting the club turned out to be a way to help people get involved with the environment.Club members started doing things like recycling,picking up litter and plantin
245、g trees as well as inviting other kids to join their club.”“We try to tell kids that its not OK to be lazy,” she explains.“You need to start being a responsible,environmentally friendly person now,right away,before you become a resource-sucking adult.”72.Kids F.A.C.E.is .A.a program to help students
246、 with writingB.a project of litter recyclingC.a campaign launched by President BushD.a club of environmental protection73.What can we learn about Poe?A.She was awarded a prize in Brazil.B.She donated billboards across the country.C.She got positive responses for her efforts.D.She joined the National
247、 Park Service.74.Kids Yards is .A.established in a national parkB.started to protect wildlifeC.a wildlife-raising projectD.an entertainment park for kids75.Which of the following can be inferred from the text?A.Adults are resource-sucking people.B.Poe sought help from a youth organization.C.Kids F.A
248、.C.E.members are from the U.S.D.Kids are urged to save natural resources.答案 72.D 73.C 74.B 75.DPassage 8(08江西C篇)Topping the class academically was certainly an advantageStudying was a breeze for NigelThe reward was certainly incomparable to the little effort that he had to put itIt began when he was
249、 selected to help the teachers in the computer laboratoriesThe peak of his school career came not when he topped the school but when he was selectedfor the nationwide competitionUnlike everyone else, Nigel wanted to join the contest because he liked playing with the Lego sets and making something ou
250、t of themNigel spent the next two months rebuilding the robotIt was during the time that Nigel found out about the prizes for the competition as well as another competitor, Alicia, from a neighboring schoolHis early intentions were forgottenGetting the thousand-dollar prize was more important than a
251、nything elseNigel decided to befriend AliciaUnaware of his intentions, she told him all about the robot that she had been building for the competitionHe even helped her to put the finishing touches to her robotHe was glad with the way things had progressedHis robot looked even better than Alicias an
252、d it was able to bounce a ball with its arm, something Alicia had failed to doOn the day of the competition, he saw AliciaEverything dawned on her the minute she saw him among the competitors. She stared at him, puzzled at first, then angry and finally a look of helplessness came over herThe flashbu
253、lbs of the camera exploded in Nigels faceThe robot had performed actions so unique and different that the specialists judgments were the sameNigel was so pleased with himself that he did not even notice the girl standing a few feet away from himWithout her, he would never have won the competition64W
254、hat reward did Nigel receive for doing well in his school work?AHe was offered a part-time job.BHe was honored with a scholarship.CHe helped his teachers construct a robot.DHe helped in the computer laboratories.65Nigels original intention of joining the contest was to _ Abe the top student of the s
255、choolBbeing great honor to his schoolCconstruct a robot with the Lego setsDwins the thousand-dollar prize66Why did Nigel help Alicia finish her robot?AHe tried to make friends with her.BHe was fond of building robots.CHe intended to help her.DHe didnt want her to suspect him.67What is the authors at
256、titude towards Nigels actions?AHe is mildly critical. BHe is strongly critical.CHe is in favor of them. DHis attitude is not clear.答案 64.D 65.C 66.D 67.APassage 9 (08天津A篇)Sandra Cisneros was born in Chicago in 1954 to a Mexican American family. As the only girl in a family of seven children, she oft
257、en felt like she had “seven fathers,” because her six brothers, as well as her father, tried to control her. Feeling shy and unimportant, she retreated(躲避) into books. Despite her love of reading, she did not do well in elementary school because she was too shy to participate.In high school, with th
258、e encouragement of one particular teacher, Cisneros improved her grades and worked for the school literary magazine. Her father encouraged her to go to college because he thought it would be a good way for her to find a husband. Cisneros did attend college, but instead of searching for a husband, sh
259、e found a teacher who helped her join the famous graduate writing program at the University of Iowa. At the universitys Writers Workshop, however, she felt lonelya Mexican American from a poor neighborhood among students from wealthy families. The feeling of being so different helped Cisneros find h
260、er “creative voice.”“It was not until this moment when I considered myself truly different that my writing acquired a voice. I knew I was a Mexican woman, but I didnt think it had anything to do with why I felt so much imbalance in my life, but it had everything to do with it! Thats when I decided I
261、 would write about something my classmates couldnt write about.”Cisneros published her first work, The House on Mango Street, when she was twenty-nine. The book tells about a young Mexican American girl growing up in a Spanish-speaking area in Chicago, much like the neighborhoods in which Cisneros l
262、ived as a child. The book won an award in 1985 and has been used in classes from high school through graduate school level. Since then, Cisneros has published several books of poetry, a childrens book, and a short-story collection.36. Which of the following is TRUE about Cisneros in her childhood?A.
263、 She had seven brothers. B. She felt herself a nobody. C. She was too shy to go to school. D. She did not have any good teachers.37. The graduate program gave Cisneros a chance to _. A. work for a school magazine B. run away from her family C. make a lot of friends D. develop her writing style38. Ac
264、cording to Cisneros, what played the decisive role in her success? A. Her early years in college. B. Her training in the Workshop. C. Her feeling of being different. D. Her childhood experience.39. What do we learn about The House on Mango Street? A. It is quite popular among students. B. It is the
265、only book ever written by Cisneros. C. It wasnt a success as it was written in Spanish. D. It won an award when Cisneros was twenty-nine.答案 36.B 37.D 38.C 39.A Passage 10(08浙江A篇)Adrians “Amazing Race” started early when his parents realized that he, as a baby, couldnt hear a thing, not even loud noi
266、ses. In a special school for the hearing-impaired (听觉受损的)，he learned sign language and got to mix with other disabled children. However, the sight of all the disabled children communicating with one another upset his mother. She wanted him to lead a normal life. So after speaking to an advisor, she
267、sent him to private classes where he learned to read lips and pronounce words. Later on, Adrians parents decided to send him to a regular school. But the headmaster tried to prevent them from doing so, saying regular schools couldnt take care of a special needs student. His parents were determined t
268、o take the risk and pushed him hard to go through his work every day because they wanted to prove that, given the opportunity, he could do anything. Adrian made the grade and got accepted. It was a big challenge. The pace（节奏）was faster so he had to sit at the front of the class and really pay attent
269、ion to the teacher, which wasnt always easy. But he stuck to it and did a lot of extra work after school. The efforts made by Adrian and his parents paid off. Adrian graduated with good grades and got into a top high school. He also achieved a lot in life outside school. He developed a love for the
270、outdoors and went to Nepal to climb mountains. He even entered the World Yacht Race 05/06being the first hearing-impaired Asian to do so. But none of these achievements would have been possible without one of the most important lessons from his mother.“If you believe in yourself and work hard, you c
271、an achieve great results,”she often said.41. How did Adrian communicate with other children in the special school?A. By speaking. B. By using sign language.C. By reading lips. D. By making loud noises.42. Adrians parents decided to send him to a regular school because .A. they wanted him to live a n
272、ormal life B. they wanted to prove the headmaster wrongC. he wouldnt mix with other disabled children D. he wasnt taken good care of in the special school43. How did Adrian finally succeed in his study? A. He did a lot of outdoor activities.B. He was pushed hard to study every day.C. He attended pri
273、vate classes after school.D. He worked very hard both in and after class.44. Why is Adrians life described as an “Amazing Race”?A. He did very well in his study. B. He succeeded in entering a regular school.C. He reached his goals in spite of his disability.D. He took part in the World Yacht Race 05
274、/06.答案 41.B 42.A 43.D 44.CPassage 11(08福建A篇)After the Summer Olympics are over,when all the athletes and viewers have gone home and the television audience has switched off,another group of athletes and fans will arrive at the host city,and another competition will begin.These are the Paralympics,th
275、e games for athletes with a disability.But in Beijing in 2008,for the first time,one of the greatest paralympians will not be taking part.She is a British athlete by the name of Tanni Grey-Thompson.Born with spina bifida（脊椎裂）which left her paralysed from the waist down,Tanni used a wheelchair from t
276、he age of 7.At first,she was not keen on sport,apart from horse riding,which gave her a sense of freedom.But in her teens,she started taking sports more seriously.She tried swimming,basketball and tennis.Eventually she found athletics, and never looked back.Indeed,Tannis athletic career took off.In
277、1984,when she was 15,she pulled off a surprise victory in the 100 metres at the Junior National Wheelchair Games.In 1988,Tanni went to her first Paralympic Games in Seoul.She won bronze in the 400 metres.Even greater success followed at the 1992 Barcelona Paralympics.Tanni won gold in the 100,200,40
278、0 and 800 metres relay,setting two world records in the process.In the same year she achieved the first of her six London Wheelchair Marathon victories.Tannis enduring success has been part motivation(动机），part preparation.“The training I do that enables me to be a good sprinter(短跑运动员）,enables me to
279、be good at a marathon too.I train 50 weeks of the year and that keeps me prepared for whatever distance I went to race.I am still competing at a very high level,but as I get older things get harder and I want to retire before I fall apart.”Indeed Tanni retired finally after the Visa Paralympic World
280、 Cup in 2007.Her wish is to coach young athletes for Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.In spite of ups and downs,she never takes her fate lying down.In her splendid life,she has won an amazing eleven gold medals,four silvers and one bronze in a series of Paralympicsa top level athletic career covering two
281、decades.She has won the London Wheelchair Marathon six times,more than any other competitor,and she has set over thirty world records.What advice does she have for young athletes?“Work hard at your studies,and then train,train and train again.”56.Which of the following sports did Tanni like before t
282、hirteen?A.Basketball.B.Swimming.C.Tennis.D.Horse riding.57.When did Tanni win her first Olympic gold medal?A.In 1984.B.In 1988.C.In 1992.D.In 2007.58.The underlined word “that” in the 5th paragraph refers to .A.fifty weeks trainingB.being a good sprinterC.training almost every dayD.part motivation a
283、nd part preparation59.Whats the right order of the events related to Tanni?a.She works as a coach.b.She took up athletics.c.She won four gold medals in Barcelona.d.She competed in her first Paralympic Games.e.She achieved a victory in her first London Wheelchair Marathon.A.b,d,c,e,aB.a,d,b,c,eC.a,d,c,e,bD.b,d,a,e,c60.What can we learn from Tannis success?A.Union is strength. B.Never too late to learn.C.Well begun is half done. D.No pains,no gains.答案 56.D 57.C 58.C 59.A 60.D