1、 2014高考英语阅读理解巩固精品练习题（11）及答案阅读理解D. Taking care of unsolved issues of the past will free you to move ahead with confidence. The final step toward putting your past behind so that you can reach for whats possible is tying up your loose ends. Loose ends are the unsolved relationships that keep you from
2、sleeping worry-free at night. You have a loose end if theres someone you dont want to run into on a first date or at work. You have a loose end if theres someone you dont want to sit next to at a holiday dinner. Loose ends are distracting(转移) and have an amazing way of biting you in the bottom at th
3、e worst times.How to Tie Up Your Loose Ends1.Identify the five people with whom you have the most unsolved issues.These could be past relationships, employers, business partners, friends, family, or co-workers. 2. Contact each of these five loose ends. Invite each separately to a coffee shop or some
4、 other non-threatening, non-alcohol environment. Tell each one that you want to apologize for allowing things to get crossways between you. Some may doubt your intentions, but tell them that you sincerely feel its time to clear the air. Ask those who agree to meet to write down any ways they think y
5、ou wronged them, and you do the same. Tell them to bring this list to your get-together. 3. Show up on time and thank each for forgiving enough to meet with you. Be an adult here-finger pointing only tears people apart. Remember, you experience maybe and most likely is totally different from his. Li
6、sten to each issue that each of them raises and try to see it from their perspectives(视角). Dont interrupt them when they are sharing. Seek to understand why they have bad feelings toward you. Apologize for each thing they think you did to wrong them(even if you dont completely agree with his view of
7、 the situation).After you tie up your first loose end, youll want to solve them all. This is hard to explain until you have done it; but once you do, youll know what I mean. I learned so much about myself by tying up my loose ends. Most of all, I think this process helped me become a more understand
8、ing and patient friend. 67. According to the passage, a “loose end” might be caused by someone_. A. who keeps you sleeping soundly B. who helps put your past behind C. who has different life experiences D. who prevents you from going forward 68. By telling his own experience in the last paragraph, t
9、he author intends to_. A. learn more about himself B. describe his own personality C. make his point clearer D. tell something hard to explain. 69. The general tone（语气） of the language in the passage is _. A. disappointing B. exciting C. critical D. encouraging 70. The text is mainly written to tell
10、 us _.A. how to free ourselves from unsolved problems B. how to stay away from unsettled problemsC. when to make an apology to othersD. why to forgive others who wronged us参考答案DCDA阅读理解Many people influenced various aspects of my life, based on their personal characteristics, accomplishments, and val
11、ues. I have been fortunate to have had numerous teachers and professors who I respect for their patience and intelligence. There are artists that have inspired me by their natural talents and original creativity. I value many political leaders, who have inspired me by their contributions to society,
12、 and their ability to change our futures. But of all the people I have known in my life, the person I admire most is my father. As the youngest girl in my family, I always considered myself to be “Daddys little girl”. While I grew up, it always made me sad to see so many of my friends and neighbors
13、without a father or father-like figure around. This helped me appreciate how my father always takes an interest in his childrens lives. In every aspect of my life my father continuously pushes me to excel, so I could accomplish my work outstandingly among my people. Whenever I feel like giving up, o
14、r have a question or a concern, I know I can always call on him for advice. From him I have also learned that sometimes you have to put others needs ahead of your own, but you should make sure you are not taken advantage of by others. His strength seems to be unbreakable during hard times, and he is
15、 extremely determined to accomplish anything he sets his mind on, no matter how tiny it is. I highly respect him for how he stands up for what he believes in, and will never back down. I have always admired his open mind, compassion for people, and sense of understanding. He is a very reserved man,
16、but to everybodys surprise, he has a great sense of humor, and always knows how to put a smile on the faces of his wife, his children and his friends. Living in his affection and instruction, I am very proud of my father. He also professes how proud he is of his children, and is still there to suppo
17、rt us in whatever we are involved in. 36. What is the best title for the passage? A. How my father loved meB. My fatherthe person I admire mostC. I am the apple on my fathers palmD. My fatherthe one who influenced me most【答案】B【解析】标题归纳题。全文的内容可知主要说的是父亲，根据the person I admire most is my father. 故选B。37.
18、Which of the following could not be used to describe the authors father? A. Considerate and humorous B. Affectionate and open-mindedC. Knowledgeable and sociableD. Energetic and helpful【答案】C【解析】细节理解题。根据I have always admired his open mind, compassion for people, and sense of understanding. He is a ve
19、ry reserved man, but to everybodys surprise, he has a great sense of humor, and always knows how to put a smile on the faces of his wife, his children and his friends. 没有提到的是选项C的内容，故选C。38. Which of the following can best explain the underlined word “excel”?A. Do better than others.B. Show off.C. Be
20、cleverer than others.D. Keep healthy【答案】A【解析】词义猜测题。根据so I could accomplish my work outstandingly among my people.可知做的比别人好，故选A。39. According to the underlined part, the father was telling the author to _. A. try to be good to those who were worth making friends withB. try to take advantage of those w
21、ho were friendly to herC. think about others and help them, so that she could make them serve herD. think about others and help them, but not to be made use of in a negative way【答案】D【解析】句意理解题。你必须将他人的需求放在第一位,但是你要确保你不被别人利用。故选D。40. What can we infer about the author? A. She appreciated her father becau
22、se he solved all the problems for her. B. She considered her father humorous and was often made to laugh by him. C. She had sympathy for the fatherless. D. She was outstanding in work because her father pushed her hard.【答案】C【解析】推理判断题。根据it always made me sad to see so many of my friends and neighbors
23、 without a father or father-like figure around.她同情那些没有父亲的孩子，故选C。第三部分：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分 30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。ALoving FranceLanding in France, a sacred feeling suddenly arises which attracts you to know more about this country. France, about hexagonal (六边形) in shape, ha
24、s a boundary on the east with Germany, Switzerland and Italy, and is bounded on the southeast by Monaco and the Mediterranean Sea; on the south are Spain and Andorra, with the Bay of Biscay on the west and the English Channel on the north as natural borders. A series of massive mountain ranges inclu
25、des the Alps, which separate France and Italy, and the Jura Mountains that delineate (画出轮廓) the Franco-Swiss border. The Rhine River, at the northeast corner of France forms the Franco-German boundary. The Pyrenees Mountains, extending along the Franco-Spanish frontier from the Mediterranean to the
26、Bay of Biscay, forms the other mountain boundary of France. The plains region is a projection of the great plain of Europe. The outstanding features of the plains are the river valleys. Among all the rivers, totaling more than 200 with numerous tributaries which are almost all commercially navigable
27、, the Rhine River is the largest in terms of discharge volume. The capital and largest city in France is Paris, which attracts many visitors every year. Marseilles is a chief port and Lyon is an industrial center famous for its textiles. Other major cities include Toulouse, an industrial and trade c
28、enter; Nice, a resort; Strasbourg, a Rhine River port and industrial and commercial center; Bordeaux, a seaport and most famous for its wine. French perfume, champagne, and bridges in Paris want to know more? Then next time we will return to Paris, and you will learn more about her. 56How many mount
29、ain ranges are mentioned in the passage?A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 557The underlined word “discharge” means _. A. storage B. electric power production C. the release of water D. the money made58Which is not TRUE according to the passage?A. Spain is to the southwest of Germany.B. Mountains are the outstanding
30、 features of the plains.C. Both Marseilles and Bordeaux are ports.D. Both Nice and Paris attract many tourists every year.59. Which city is flourishing both in its industry and commerce?A. Marseilles B. Lyon C. Toulouse D. Strasbourg参考答案56-60.BCBD （江西卷）BWinners ClubYou choose to be a winner!The Winn
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35、bers.The Winners Club is a great choice for teenagers. And it is so easy to join. Simply fill in an application form. You cant wait to hear from you. Its the best way to choose to be a winner!61. The Winners Club is a bank account intended for _.A. parents B. teenagers C. winners D. adults62. Which
36、of the following is TRUE about the Winners Club?A. Special gifts are ready for parents.B. The bank opens only on work days.C. Services are convenient for its members.D. Fees are necessary for the account keeping.63. The Winners Club provides magazines which _.A. encourage spendingB. are free to all
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38、e part-time jobs.C. To organize key-cards.D. To introduce a new banking service.文章介绍了一种为青少年设计的新型银行。61答案：B考点：细节理解从第一段第一句:The Winners Club is a bank account specially desighed for teenagers.可见, 这是一个为青少年设计的银行。选B。62答案：C考点：细节理解A项文章未提及，选项在文章第一段最后一句days a week可知是错误的，D选项根据文章第一个小标题no account keeping fees可知是错
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40、s Club is a bank account specially desighed for teenagers.可见, 这是一个为青少年设计的银行以及后文中对于该种银行的介绍可知是在介绍新的银行服务项目。选D。阅读理解There was a famous temple on a high hill in Assam. The priest (神父) of this temple was widely respected. When he grew old, he started searching for a younger priest to replace him after his
41、death. However, much to his disappointment, he could not find any suitable person. As the priest lay on his deathbed, he called his assistant and told him, “After my death, make sure that only a human being replaces me as the priest of this temple.” As soon as he said these words, he died.Informatio
42、n soon travelled far and wide. A day was set for the selection of the successor (继任者).That day, many people started coming to the temple. The route to the temple was full of thorns (荆棘) and stones. By the time most people reached the temple, they had had cuts on their feet and hands.By afternoon, as
43、 the selection process was about to end, one young man walked slowly into the temple. The assistant noticed him and said, “Young man, you are very late.” The man replied, “I know I am late, so I will not participate in the competition.” But the assistant was curious to know about this man. He asked
44、again, “But how did you hurt yourself so badly? Didnt you follow the same route as the others?” “I did,” replied the man, “but I thought I must remove the thorns and sharp stones from the path so that when people come to pray in this temple they wont get hurt.”Hearing this, the assistant smiled and
45、said, Congratulations, you have been chosen.” This greatly annoyed the other participants. “How can you choose him as he has not gone through any of the tests?, they demanded.The assistant replied, “Our old priest used to say that only a human being knows how to watch for other peoples interests. Al
46、l of you climbed the same path. But only this man thought about the others and cleared the path so that no one would get hurt. By this definition(定义), only he qualifies as a human being and therefore only he should be the successor to the great old priest. ”41.What happened immediately after the old
47、 priest died?A. The assistant took the old priests position.B. Many people climbed to the temple to say goodbye to him.C. The assistant shut the temple and started mourning for the old priest.D. Word spread that there was an urgent need for the old priests successor.【答案】D【解析】细节理解题。根据Information soon
48、 travelled far and wide. A day was set for the selection of the successor (继任者).故选D。42.Why was the young man late for the competition?A. He had forgotten his way and thus had taken a longer route to the temple.B. He removed all the sharp stones and thorns from the path leading to the temple.C. He of
49、fered water to the other participants on their way to the temple.D. He had forgotten all about the competition in the morning.【答案】B【解析】细节理解题。根据I thought I must remove the thorns and sharp stones from the path so that when people come to pray in this temple they wont get hurt他把通往庙的路上的锋利的石头和荆棘都清除了，所以来
50、晚了，故选B。43. Who got hurt when the participants came to the temple?A. None of the participants.B. All of the participants.C. The man who was late.D. The other participants.【答案】B【解析】细节理解题。根据By the time most people reached the temple, they had had cuts on their feet and hands.故选B。44.How did the other pa
51、rticipants react to the assistants decision?A. The took it easy and learnt a lesson from the incident. B.They praised the assistant for being so wise and fair.C.They got angry and opposed the assistants decision.D.They felt ashamed of themselves and left immediately.【答案】C【解析】细节理解题。根据This greatly ann
52、oyed the other participants.其他的人都很生气，故选C。45. What was the old priests definition of a human being”?A.Someone who cares about other peoples interests.B.Someone who succeeds in life and earns a lot of money.C.Someone who removes sharp stones that block the path.D.Someone who knows how to make other people enjoy life.【答案】A【解析】细节理解题。根据Our old priest used to say that only a human being knows how to watch for other peoples interests.故选A。