高考英语二轮阅读理解基础训练精品题目15

1、2014高考英语阅读理解基础训练二轮精品题（15）及答案ATemperature is measured by means of a thermometer (温度计). One general form of thermometer depends upon the fact that most solids and liquids expand as their temperature rises. There are one or two exceptions. There is, for instance, a kind of steel called invar (from “inv

2、ariable”) which does not change its dimensions as temperature changes; it is valuable for making pendulums (钟摆), since, if the length of a pendulum changes, its time of vibration changes. It is also used for making very accurate measuring scales. In both cases, then, changes of atmospheric temperatu

3、re have no effect if invar is used. Another exception is that very odd liquid, water, which has many strange properties (特性). As water gets colder it contracts (收缩), which is ordinary behavior, until it reaches the temperature of 30. above freezing point. After that, as it gets colder, it expands. T

4、his is fortunate-for considering the freezing of a pond. As the water on top gets colder, it shrinks; and so, volume for volume, it becomes heavier and sinks. This goes on until all the pond is at 30, but after that, as the water becomes colder it expands. Therefore the colder water stays on top and

5、 freezes, covering the pond with ice. If the water went on contracting down to the freezing point, the pond would become a solid block of ice in the end. This would not worry people who live in hot climates, but it would be very serious for those who live in cold climates, especially for those who w

6、ant to break the ice and catch fish which live in the cold water beneath.1. Invar is valuable for making pendulums because _.A. it can hardly change its shape or size as temperature changes. B. it will change its dimensions without the change of temperature.C. its time of vibration doesnt change if

7、its length changes. D. its time of vibration does not change if its length changes.2. As water gets colder after reaching the temperature of 30. it will _.A. contract B. shrink C. expand D. freeze3. Which of the following statements is true, according to this passage?A. Only invar can be used to mak

8、e a thermometer. B. Only water can be used to make a thermometer.C. Both invar and water can be used to make a thermometer. D. Neither invar nor water can be used to make a thermometer. 4. The best title of this passage is most likely to be _.A. Temperature MeasurementB. Two ExceptionsC. Uses of Inv

9、ar D. Properties of Water【参考答案】14、ACDB阅读理解The National Park Service in the United States will mark its one hundredth anniversary in 2016. As it nears its second century, the Park Service plans to increase its educational programs for students and teachers.The plans include transportation support for

10、 one hundred thousand students each year to visit national parks to learn about nature and history. Yellowstone is believed to have been the worlds first national park when it was established in 1872. Other students will get a chance to see parks in faraway places through Skype and other online prog

11、rams.The National Park Service also works with partners to provide education. One of its partners is a nonprofit organization called NatureBridge. NatureBridge is celebrating its fortieth anniversary and says one million young people have taken part in its programs. The organization works with stude

12、nts from kindergarten through twelfth grade and uses national parks as its classrooms. It provides field science programs at YosemiteNational Park and four other locations in California and the northwestern state of Washington.Now, NatureBridge is launching an East Coast center with a four-million-d

13、ollar grant from Google. The program will begin in April at the Prince William Forest Park in Virginia. Students stay for three to five days in NatureBridge programs. The activities are aimed at developing their science skills. For example, they learn about different soils and study water quality un

14、der a microscope.Jason Morris is executive vice president of NatureBridge. He says when they are not sleeping, eating or in a laboratory, the students spend their time outdoors. Julia Washburn is associate director of education and interpretation for the National Park Service. She says in a time of

15、budget cuts, the agency has to find ways to still meet its goals. Ms. Washburn says one of the most important services that the Park Service provides every day is nature interpretation. Park rangers (公园管理员) try to make visiting the outdoors more meaningful. Interpretation is a form of informal educa

16、tion. Essentially, it is a word that we use for the people in parks that explain the park or help orient（确定方向） you. So park rangers are interpreters. They orient you to the place you are in and help you make connections, emotional and intellectual connections, with the place.72. Which of the followi

17、ng description about NatureBridge is NOT correct?A. Its an organization working together with National Park Service to provide education.B. Some of the activities held by NatureBridge are financially supported by Google.C. Students from kindergarten to college can sign up for the organizations activ

18、ities.D. Its going to cut down budget for the activities because of economic hard times.73. In which national park will the program by East Coast centre start?A. YellowstoneNational Park B. Prince William Forest ParkC. YosemiteNational Park D. Not mentioned in the passage.74. Whats the main idea of

19、the passage?A. National parks are used as outdoor classrooms for students.B. Students are called on to join NatureBridge.C. Some famous national parks in US are attractive to students.D. Park rangers make visiting parks more interesting.75. Which of the following is the correct structure of the whol

20、e passage? (Para=paragraph)Para.1 Para.2Para.3 Para.4Para.5A.Para.1Para.3Para.2Para.4Para.5B. Para.1Para.4Para.2 Para.3Para.5C. Para.1Para.3Para.2Para.4Para.5D.【文章大意】美国The National Park Service即将迎来其100周年纪念。借此机会The Park Service计划加强其教育项目。阅读理解-DLots of people have hobbies. Some people collect old coins

21、 or foreign stamps; some do needlework; others spend most of their spare time on a particular sport.A lot of people enjoy reading. But reading tastes differ widely. Some people only read newspapers or comics, some like reading novels, while others prefer books on astronomy, wildlife, or technologica

22、l discoveries.If I happen to be interested in horses or precious stones, I cannot expect everyone else to share my enthusiasm. If I watch all the sports programs on TV with great pleasure, I must put up with the fact that other people find sports boring.Is there nothing that interests us all? Is the

23、re nothing that concerns everyoneno matter who they are or where they live in the world? Yes, dear Sophie, there are questions that certainly should interest everyone. They are precisely the questions this course is about.What is the most important thing in life? If we ask someone living on the edge

24、 of starvation, the answer is food. If we ask someone dying of cold, the answer is warmth. If we put the same question to someone who feels lonely and isolated, the answer will probably be the company of other people.But when these basic needs have been satisfiedwill there still be something that ev

25、erybody needs? Philosophers think so. They believe that man cannot live by bread alone. Of course everyone needs food. And everyone needs love and care. But there is something elseapart from thatwhich everyone needs, and that is to figure out who we are and why we are here.Being interested in why we

26、 are here is not a “casual” interest like collecting stamps. People who ask such questions are taking part in a debate that has gone on as long as man has lived on this planet. How the universe, the earth, and life came into being is a bigger and more important question than who won the most gold me

27、dals in the last Olympics.13. This text is most probably taken from _. A. a research paperB. a course scheduleC. a personal letterD. a book review14. Which of the following best states the main idea of the passage? A. Philosophical questions are as interesting as collecting stamps.B. Thinking about

28、philosophical questions is a serious interest.C. Figuring out who we are and why we are here is mans basic needs.D. Philosophy has universal appeal and concerns everybody in nature.15. The author believes that _. A. no existing subject can interest everyone in the worldB. different people may have d

29、ifferent interests and concernsC. everyone has to figure out who we are and why we are hereD. people in modern society pay more attention to philosophical questions【参考答案】1315、CDC阅读理解-BThe drug store was closing for the night and Alfred Higgins was about to go home when his new boss approached him.“E

30、mpty your pockets please, Alfred,” Sam Carr demanded in a firm voice.Alfred pretended to be shocked but he knew hed been caught. From his coat he withdrew a make-up kit, a lipstick and two tubes of toothpaste.“Im disappointed in you, Alfred!” said the little gray-haired man.“Sorry, sir. Please forgi

31、ve me. Its the first time Ive ever done such a thing,” Alfred lied, hoping to gain the old mans sympathy.Mr Carrs brow furrowed as he reached for the phone, “Do you take me for a fool? Lets see what the police have to say. But first Ill call your mother and let her know her son is heading to jail.”“

32、Do whatever you want,” Alfred shot back, trying to sound big. But deep down he felt like a child. He imagined his mother rushing in, eyes burning with anger, maybe in tears. Yet he wanted her to come quickly before Mr. Carr called the police.Mr. Carr was surprised when Mrs Higgins finally arrived. S

33、he was very calm, quiet and friendly. “Is Alfred in trouble?” she asked.“Hes been stealing from the store,” the old man coolly replied.Mrs. Higgins put out her hand and touched Mr. Carrs arm with great gentleness as if she knew just how he felt. She spoke as if she did not want to cause him any more

34、 trouble. “What do you want to do, Mr. Carr?”The womans calm and gentle manner disarmed the once-angry store-owner. “I was going to get a cop. But I dont want to be cruel. Tell your son not to come back here again, and Ill let it go.” Then he warmly shook Mrs. Higginss hand.Mrs. Higgins thanked the

35、old man for his kindness, then mother and son left. They walked along the street in silence. When they arrived home his mother simply said, “Go to bed, you fool.”In his bedroom, Alfred heard his mother in the kitchen. He felt no shame, only pride in his mothers actions. “She was smooth!” he thought.

36、 He went to the kitchen to tell her how great she was, but was shocked by what he saw.His mothers face looked frightened, broken. Not the cool, bright face he saw earlier. Her lips moved nervously. She looked very old. There were tears in her eyes.This picture of his mother made him want to cry. He

37、felt his youth ending. He saw all the troubles he brought her and the deep lines of worry in her grey face. It seemed to him that this was the first time he had ever really seen his mother.6Which of the following is true according to the passage? AAlfred tried to sound big to hide his fear. BIt was

38、the first time Alfred had stolen anything. CMr. Carr set a trap to catch Alfred stealing. DMr. Carr had planned to forgive Alfred from the beginning.7What does the underlined word “disarmed” probably mean? Aannoyed Bconvinced Cgot over Dmade less angry 8What impressed Alfred most about his mother at

39、 the drugstore was _Ahow angry she was Bhow effectively she handled MrCarrCthat she didnt cry Dthat she was able to save him9What was the mothers attitude toward Alfred?AShe was very strict with himBShe was supportive of himCShe felt disappointed with himDShe was afraid of him10From the last paragra

40、ph, we know that Alfred _Awas no longer a youth Bfelt proud of his motherCfelt guilty and regretful for his deed Dwanted his mother to be happy【参考答案】610、ADBCC 阅读理解-CMost Americans get what money they have from their work; that is, they earn an income from wages or salaries. The richest Americans, ho

41、wever, get most of their money from what they own their stocks, bonds, real estate, and other forms of property, or wealth. Although there are few accurate statistics to go by, wealth in American society appears to be concentrated in very few hands. More than 20 percent of everything that can be pri

42、vately owned is held by less than one percent of the adult population and more than 75 percent of all wealth is owned by 20 percent of American adults. The plain fact is that most Americans have no wealth at all aside from their homes, automobiles, and a small amount of savings. Income in the United

43、 States is not as highly concentrated as wealth. In 1917 the richest 10 percent of American families received 26.1 percent of all income, while the poorest 10 percent received 17 percent, mainly from Social Security and other government payments. The most striking aspect of income distribution is th

44、at it has not changed significantly since the end of World War II. Although economic growth has roughly doubled real disposable (可自由使用的) family income (the money left after taxes and adjusted for inflation) over the last generation, the size of the shares given to the rich and the poor is about the

45、same. By any measure economic inequality is great in the United States. The reality behind these statistics is that a large number of Americans are poor. In 1918, 14 percent of the population was living below the federal governments poverty line, which at that time was an annual income of $ 9 287 for a nonfarm family of two adults and two children. In other words, about one out of seven Americans over 31 million people was officially considered unable to buy the basic necessities of food, clothes, and shelter. The suggested poverty line in 1981 would have been an income o