高中英语阅读表达专项训练(含答案)

1、 高二英语阅读表达训练（1）Most people think that making a film is exciting. In fact, sometimes it is and sometimes it isnt. Earlier this year, I worked in a new film. It was about a bomb threat on a big British ship. Two hundred people were needed to act as the passengers in the film. I was one of them. Before

2、we left, we were wanted to bring some warm clothes. These were necessary because the ship was going to spend the whole 16 days sailing in bad weather. Then the day came and we sailed out of Dover. The boat had on board the film crew, the director, the actors and actresses including Brinksley Meers,

3、who acted the leading role, and us-200 amateur extras. People came for different purposes. Some wanted to meet Brinksley Meers in person. Others were curious to see how a film was made. A housewife with her three children came for free holiday and a bit of adventure. During the voyage, a lot of peop

4、le were very seasick. And although the work was very interesting, it was also very hard. We often worked all day on one scene, performing it again and again under the hot lights. In the evenings, there were drinks in the bar, but most people were so tired that they went to bed early. The next day of

5、ten began at 6:30 in the morning, sometimes with breakfast being filmed. When the ship finally returned to port, most people had enjoyed the trip, but were also so tired that they at least needed a weeks holiday. Answer the following questions:1. Which role did the author act in the film?_.2. Why th

6、e film crew were asked to bring some warm clothes?_.3. Who acted the leading role?_.4. Why the author said “they at least needed a weeks holiday”?_.5. Can you infer authors purpose of writing this article?高二英语阅读表达训练（2）First aid means the aid or the help that can be given to an injured person first,

7、that is, before any other help arrives. Nowadays there is usually a telephone not far away and the first things we should do, if a serious accident happens, is_. Sometimes quick action by us may save someones life.Shock. People often suffer from shock after receiving an injury, sometimes even when t

8、he injure is a small one. The face turns gray, and the skin becomes damp and cold. They breathe quickly. They should be kept warm. Cover them with a blanket and give them a warm drink.Broken bones. Do not move the patient. Send for an ambulance at once.Bleeding. A little bleeding doesnt harm. It was

9、hes dirt from the wound. But if the bleeding continues, try to stop it by placing a clean cloth firmly over the wound until the bleeding stops or helps arrive.Poison. A person who has taken poison should be taken to a hospital at once. With some poisons, sleeping pills, for example, it is a good thi

10、ng to make the patient throw up by pressing your fingers down his throat.Remember: When an accident happens, telephone for an ambulance at once. Keep the injured person warm and quiet. Give him plenty of air. Do not let other people crowd around him.1. Whats the best title for the passage?_2. Whats

11、the symptom when someone goes into shock?_3. Please fill in the blank with proper words or phrases to complete the sentence._4. Whats the authors purpose of writing the passage?_5. Translate the underlined sentence in the last but one paragraph into Chinese._高二英语阅读表达训练（3）There are a number of specia

12、l days of the year that are celebrated in different countries. One of the most popular of these, even though it is fairly recent, is Mothers Day. Mothers have always been highly regarded in all cultures. The Ancient Romans had a festival known as Hilaria, during which children took presents to the t

13、emple of the “Mother of the Gods”. The Christian Church adopted this idea and called it Mothering Sunday. However, over the years the custom was gradually forgotten and almost disappeared by the end of the 19th century. Born in 1864 in Virginia, USA, Anna Jarvis was a school teacher and believed chi

14、ldren should show gratitude to their mothers for all their love and care. Encouraged by a friend, she wrote to thousands of important people-politicians, churchmen, doctors, city officials-and asked them to support her ideas: a special day of the year for thanking mothers.In 1910 the Governor of Wes

15、t Virginia introduced Mothers Day into the state. The date chosen was May 10-the second Sunday in May, which is still observed in America today. This date was chosen because May 10 was the date on which in 1908 Anna Jarviss mother died. In 1914 President Woodrow Wilson made May 10 the official date

16、for Mothers Day throughout the United States.Soon there was a Mothers Day International Association and the custom began to be adopted in many countries of the world.Anna Jarvis, a sad and disillusioned woman died in 1948. The custom she had worked so hard to establish and which had become almost un

17、iversal had lost its original purpose. It had been taken over by business. As with Christmas, the giving of presents and the sending of cards had become a multi-million-dollar industry. (296words)1. What is the story about?_.2. In which country was Hilaria celebrated as a festival?_.3. What did Anna

18、 Jarvis want to do for mothers?_.4. Why was May 10 the date for Mothers Day?_.5. Why was Anna Jarvis not happy with Mothers Day when she died?_.高二英语阅读表达训练（4）There are more than 1,500 daily newspapers in the US. Each one is sold only in one part of the country, e.g. in a city, but they cover national

19、 and international news. In large cities there are often more than one newspaper and the different ones express different political opinions. Some newspapers are sold in nearly all parts of the US, e.g. USA today and the National Edition of the New York Times. Two other newspapers, the Los Angeles T

20、imes and the Washington Post are known and respected all over the US but cannot be bought everywhere. Other important newspapers are: the Boston Globe, sold in New England, the Chicago Tribune, sold in the Mid-West, the Christian Science Monitor and USA today, both sold nationally, and the Washingto

21、n Post on the East Coast.There are also weekly newspapers in all parts of the US which cover local news,。Daily and Sunday newspapersDaily newspapers are published on every day of the week except Sunday. Sunday newspapers are very big, often having several separate parts. They contain many larger art

22、icles and a lot of advertisements. Each section deals with a different subject, e.g. national and international news, sports, travel, etc. One section, the classifieds has advertisements for jobs and things for sale. Another section is called the funnies. There is often a magazine which is in color.

23、 Alternative newspapersIn the 1960s a group of newspapers began to appear that were later called in “alternative press”. They expressed extreme political opinions, especially left-wing opinions. Many of the newspapers which were part of this movement, such as the Village Voice乡村之声 or the Reader 读者in

24、 Chicago, are less extreme today and more widely read. 1. What are “alternative newspapers”?_.2. Give some examples of newspapers that are sold in nearly all parts of the US._.3. Can you buy the Christian Science Monitor everywhere in the US? Why or why not?_.4. Is the Washington Post a national new

25、spaper or a local one?_.5. Translate the underlined sentence._._.高二英语阅读表达训练（5）On the fourth Thursday in November, Americans celebrate the festival of Thanksgiving. This festival is a time when the family comes together for a meal and gives thanks to God for the blessings they have received. The firs

26、t Thanksgiving festival was celebrated by the early American settlers who gave thanks to God for their good harvest.In America, Thanksgiving is a family holiday. It is on that holiday that all the family make a special effort to get together. The feast（宴席）is always held on Thursday and most people h

27、ave a four-day holiday from school and work. Thus they are able to travel a great distance to be with their family.The Thanksgiving meal is traditionally turkey, which was the food for the first Thanksgiving. The table is filled with fruits, walnuts and many kinds of vegetables. For dessert the main

28、 choice is usually pumpkin pie. The meal is a time for the members of the family to talk to each other. There will be talking before the meal, during the meal and long after the meal.On Thanksgiving morning there are sporting events and parades(游行) in many cities to mark the day. The family dinner i

29、s usually held in the afternoon around 4 oclock. The mother will prepare the meal and the father will carve the turkey. He will preside (主持) at the head of the table. The meal will begin with a short prayer of Thanksgiving to God for the blessings the family received. The father will also thank the

30、family for coming together on this day. During the meal there is plenty of food for everyone present. The meal is a very joyful time. When the meal is over some will help with the dishes and others will return to the living-room to talk or watch television.In may ways the festival of Thanksgiving is

31、 similar to the Chinese festival of Mid-autumn Day. It is a time for the family to get together for dinner. 1. What is best title of the passage? ( Please answer within 10 words)_.2. Why does the writer say Thanksgiving is a family holiday in America?_.3. On that day, how does the family dinner begi

32、nning?_.4. Which holiday do you like better, Thanksgiving or Mid-autumn Day? Why?_.5. Translate the underlined sentence into Chinese?_._. 高二英语阅读表达训练（6）Habits, whether good or bad, are gradually formed. When a person does a certain thing again, he is driven by some unseen force to do the same th

33、ing repeatedly; then a habit is formed. Once a habit is formed, it is difficult, and sometimes impossible, to get rid of. It is therefore very important that we should pay great attention to the formation of habits. Children often form bad habits, some of which remain with them as long as they live.

34、 Older persons also form bad habits as long as they live, and sometimes become ruined by them.There are other habits which, when formed in early life, are of great help. Many successful men say that much of their success has something to do with certain habits in early life, such as early rising, ho

35、nesty and so on.Among the habits which children should not form are laziness, lying, stealing and so on. They are all easily formed habits. Unfortunately older persons often form bad habits which should have been avoided.We should keep away from all these bad habits, and try to form such habits as w

36、ill be good for ourselves and others.1. Generally speaking, it is difficult for one to(1) _ and easy for him to(2)_.2. We should pay much attention to the formation of habits because _.3._ are formed little by little.4. According to the passage, _are habits that have something to do with success.5.

37、What would be the best title for the passage? _高二英语阅读表达训练（7） A big part of being an effective team member is being a good listener. Do you think your listening skills could use some improving? Simply remember the LADDER to become a better listener.Look at the person speaking to you.If you make eye c

38、ontact, the speaker feels like he has your undivided attention. If an individual comes into your office to talk, stop what you're doing. Ask questions.This shows you're interested and that you're hearing what he's saying.Don't interrupt.When you interrupt, the speaker feels you&#

39、39;re not interested in what he's saying and will be frustrated by the inability to finish a complete thought. Take the time to listen just relax and open your ears!Don't change the subject. Changing the subject indicates that your mind is elsewhere. It shows _ what's being said at that

40、moment, and this makes the speaker feel insignificant. Respond verbally and non-verbally. Using an enthusiastic tone shows you're interested in what the speaker is saying. Smiling helps too! Avoid crossing your arms since this can be interpreted as being closed off. If you're speaking with s

41、omeone who's sitting, you should sit too. Standing over someone is too authoritative and may make the other person feel uncomfortable.If you're unsure whether you're a good listener or not, simply take the following test. In your next meeting or conversation, make a mental note or, even

42、better, jot down on a piece of paper the number of times you interrupt. The fewer marks there are on your paper, the better listener you are! This seems like a silly test, but you may be surprised by the quantity of marks on your paper. After all, the worst listeners usually aren't aware that th

43、eir listening skills need some attention or improvement.1Whats the best title of the passage? (Within 10 words )_.2. Which sentence in the passage can be replaced by the following one? You think it is unnecessary to improve your listening skills because they are good enough._.3. Please fill in the b

44、lank to complete the sentence. (Within 10 words)_.4. Which of the suggestions do you think is the best for you? Why? (Within 30 words)_._5. Translate the underlined sentence in the second paragraph into Chinese._. 高二英语阅读表达训练（8） Animals are natural resources that people have wasted all through our hi

45、story.Animals have been killed for their fur and feathers, for food, for sport, and simply because they were in the way. Thousands of kinds of animals have disappeared from the earth forever. Hundreds more are on the danger list today. About 170 kinds in the United States alone are considered in dan

46、ger. Why should people care? Because we need animals. And because once they are gone, there will never be any more.Animals are more than beautiful or interesting or a source of food. Every animal has its place in the balance of nature. Destroying one kind of animal can create many problems.For examp

47、le, when farmers killed large numbers of hawks (老鹰), the farmers stores of corn and grain were destroyed by rats and mice. Why? Because hawks eat rats and mice. With no hawks to keep down their numbers, the rats and mice multiplied(繁殖)quickly.Luckily, some people are working to help save the animals

48、. Some groups raise money to let people know about the problem. And they try to get the governments to pass laws protecting animals in danger.Quite a few countries have passed laws. These laws forbid the killing of any animals or plant on the danger list. Slowly, the number of some animals in danger

49、 is growing.2301. Why are animals important to us？_2. What has happened to the animals on the earth?_.3. What is the animals future according to the passage?_4. What is the best title for the passage? _5. Translate the underlined sentence in the second paragraph into Chinese._高二英语阅读表达训练（9） Rome had the Forum, London has Speakers Corner. Now always-on-the-go New Yorkers have Liz and Bill.Liz and Bill, two college graduat