1、2014高考英语阅读理解基础练习精品题（41）及答案 【河北省武安三中2013届月考】 AThere are two kinds of people in the world. Those of the first kind are born idlers (游手好闲者), taking interest in nothing. It seems what they live for is to pass time idly. They simply dont know why they have to do so, nor will they bother to ask. The other
2、 kind are those who take things seriously and never wish to idle away their life. But only a part of the second group are eager enough to make success. All the others fail to make enough effort to make their dreams come true. Why do things so happen to them? What are the reasons? I later find out th
3、at some people are determined. They are “igniters” that catch fire of their own, giving light and heat. But thats not the case with others. They may be fuels but not igniters. As pieces of wood or coal, they need a match or a lighter to make them burn so that their energy can be released to give off
4、 light and heat. The majority of people need some igniter to light them. Thus igniter becomes a must for those people to succeed. Unless a suitable igniter comes their way, they will always remain idle like cold unused firewood or coal. Fortunately, such an igniter is not difficult to meet. One may
5、find it in an instructive book, a film story, a few words of a close friend, some advice of a good teacher, a pleasant journey, or an unexpected love. Any of these, coming at the right time, can serve as an igniter to start ones enthusiasm for learning or for a better career, to turn him from a pass
6、ive state of waiting to an active state of pursuing, to lend him strength to go ahead bravely. In that case, what he has prepared for years will be quickly turned into fruitful reality. Such an igniter may turn up of itself, but most likely we have to find it ourselves. Never let a chance slide away
7、, for it is the key to your success.56. According to the text, “_” take things seriously, but may not be able to succeed.A. idlers B.fuels C. ignitersD. lighters57. According to the writer, what do most people definitely need to succeed? A. Storing a lot of energy. B. Great interest in everything.C.
8、 Wonderful dreams about a bright future.D. An igniter coming at the right time.58. The writer writes the article to _.A. encourage people to find chances to succeedB.describe two kinds of people C. praise those who work hardD. make fun of idlers 参考答案 56-58BDA 阅读理解 （共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B
9、、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。ALike many men at some point, I dream about opening a bar. I plan to call it Work Out. It will cater to married women in need of a little fun. On Friday nights, they will be able to come here and enjoy themselves.See, I have a gift for business. I am, as my wife Zsa Zsa lik
10、es to note, “A man with a million ideas, none of them very good.” Speaking of Zsa Zsa, she is fed up with this plain little life Ive made for ustoo many kids, too many chores, mind numbing debt. The other day, she said she thought we needed a new family car. “Sure. How about an 87 Lincoln?” I said,
11、and saw my dear Zsa Zsa age about 20 years, and become her mother right before my eyes.Yes, money is our madness. Last year, we thought we had found a little cushion when I published a book about the life here in suburban America. It sold 12 copiessix of them to my mother. Four other copies went to
12、various aunts and uncles, who used them for martini coasters (杯垫), then sold them at yard sales. The two remaining copies went to perfect strangers. (I think I owe you dinner, whoever you are. Call me, OK? Well arrange something.)When the book didnt take off, I wrote a TV show. Then I penned a short
13、 novel based on the earlier TV idea that didnt sell. Currently, I am at work on a set of encyclopedias(百科全书). In a month, I plan to sell them door to door.Such is the life of a writer, sending off the most personal thoughts possible to his hard drive. I am a writer, but also the breadwinner in my fa
14、mily. Im at the keyboard at 6 almost every morning, hoping to tap out one ideajust onethat will take us up the hill, to the mountain, to the top.26. According to the passage, the author is leading a/an life.A. enjoyableB. wealthyC. hardD. comfortable【答案】C【解析】细节理解题。由“she is fed up with this plain lit
15、tle life Ive made for ustoo many kids, too many chores, mind numbing debt.”可知作者过着艰难的生活。故选C。27. By saying “Sure. How about an 87 Lincoln?”, the author .A. promised it to his wife B. was showing off their fortuneC. thought his wife would like it D. was just joking 【答案】D【解析】细节理解题。由“she is fed up with t
16、his plain little life Ive made for ustoo many kids, too many chores, mind numbing debt.”可知他们有太多的孩子，杂物以及让人头脑麻木的债务。他们根本没钱买车，所以作者说买林肯车只是开个玩笑。28. What was the result of the book the author mentioned in the 3rd paragraph?A. It didnt sell well at all.B. He sold it door to door.C. He made a lot of money fr
17、om it.D. It was really a cushion for his family.【答案】A【解析】细节理解题。由It sold 12 copiessix of them to my mother. Four other copies went to various aunts and uncles, who used them for martini coasters (杯垫), then sold them at yard sales. The two remaining copies went to perfect strangers.”可知书卖的一点也不好。29. Wha
18、t does the underlined word “cushion” mean ?A. Comfortable seat.B. Financial help.C. Unexpected success.D. Best-selling book.【答案】B【解析】词义猜测题。由“money is our madness.”可知他们以为他们找到了财富。故选B。30. From the account above, which of the following statements is true?A. He has a real gift for business.B. He isnt ser
19、ious enough about life.C. He is a hard working writer.D. His wife is satisfied with their plain life.【答案】C【解析】推理判断题。由“Such is the life of a writer, sending off the most personal thoughts possible to his hard drive.”可知他是个努力工作的作家。 【阅读理解主旨大意】 Passage*Central ParkOutside among the trees, watch the wildl
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32、 A People who have an interest in personal lifestyle of the ChineseB People who have a strong sense of humor and love to laughC People who want to enlarge the knowledge of their kidsD People who are interested in Chinas politics, business and culture参考答案 5961DBD While Andrew was getting ready for wo
33、rk one Friday morning, he announced to his wife that he had finally decided to ask his boss for a salary raise. All day Andrew felt nervous and anxious as he thought about the upcoming showdown. What if Mr Larchmont refused to grant his request? Andrew had worked so hard in the last 18 months and la
34、nded some great accounts for Braer and Hopkins Advertising Agency. Of course, he deserved a wage increase. The thought of walking into Larchmonts office left Andrew weak in the knees. Late in the afternoon he was finally courageous enough to approach his superior. To his delight and surprise, the ev
35、er-frugal（一向节俭的）Harvey Larchmont agreed to give Andrew a raise! Andrew arrived home that eveningdespite breaking all city and state speed limitsto a beautiful table set with their best china, and candles lit. His wife, Tina, had prepared a delicate meal including his favorite dishes. Immediately he
36、figured someone from the office had tipped her off! Next to his plate Andrew found a beautiful lettered note. It was from his wife. It read: “Congratulations, my love! I knew youd get the raise! I prepared this dinner to show just how much I love you. I am so proud of your accomplishments!” He read
37、it and stopped to reflect on how sensitive and caring Tina was. After dinner, Andrew was on his way to the kitchen to get dessert when he observed that a second card had slipped out of Tinas pocket onto the floor. He bent forward to pick it up. It read: “Dont worry about not getting the raise! You d
38、o deserve one! You are a wonderful provider and I prepared this dinner to show you just how much I love you even though you did not get the increase.” Suddenly tears swelled in Andrews eyes. Total acceptance! Tinas support for him was not conditional upon his success at work. The fear of rejection i
39、s often softened and we can undergo almost any setback or rejection when we know someone loves us regardless of our success or failure.31. What was Andrews plan that Friday?A. To request a wage increase from his boss.B. To get a job with the Braer and Hopkins Advertising Agency.C. To celebrate his s
40、uccess with his wife at home.D. To ask his boss to come for dinner.【答案】A【解析】细节理解题。由“he announced to his wife that he had finally decided to ask his boss for a salary raise.”可知他打算要求老板给他加薪。故选A。32. On his way back home, Andrew _.A. felt weak in the kneesB. was punished by the traffic policemanC. was to
41、o anxious to share the newsD. couldnt wait to enjoy a meal 【答案】C【解析】细节理解题。由“Andrew arrived home that eveningdespite breaking all city and state speed limits”中“尽管超出了城市及国家的最高车速”可知Andrew车开的很快，说明他很急切地回家去分享这个好消息。故选C。33. Which of the following statements about the story is FALSE?A. Andrew was afraid that
42、his request would lead to disaster.B. Andrew had worked very hard and done his part for the company.C. Andrews boss agreed to his request.D. One of Andrews colleagues had told his wife the good news.【答案】D【解析】推理判断题。第五段“a second card had slipped out of Tinas pocket onto the floor.”提到妻子还写了一封信。根据后面信的内容，
43、妻子不知道他加薪的要求是否取得了老板的同意而准备了两封信。所以没有人告诉他妻子这个好消息。故选D。34. Why did Tina prepare a grand dinner for Andrew that day?A. She was confident of his getting a pay raise.B. She meant to show her support whatever the result would be.C. She believed that her husband was the best in his company.D. She wanted to exp
44、ress her gratitude for his devotion to the family.【答案】B【解析】细节理解题。“Tinas support for him was not conditional upon his success at work. ”说明Tina对他的支持不是基于他在工作上的成功。无论结果如何她都会支持他。故选B。35. We can conclude from the text that _.A. we should never be afraid to ask for what is due to usB. work hard and you will be rewardedC. many fears turn out to be unfoundedD. unconditional love brings courage and strength【答案】D【解析】推理判断题。最后一句“we can undergo almost any setback or rejection when we know someone loves us regardless of our success or failure.”说明无条件的爱带来勇气和力量。
