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阅读提速练(二)(建议用时：40分钟)阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节 (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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

A(2017·山东六校高三联考)With more sunshine than Portland or Eugene, nature on the doorstep and great craft beer and coffee, Bend may just be the perfect small U、S. city deserving a visit.And the following will offer you an enjoyable experience of staying.The Oxford HotelThe 59­room, seven­storey hotel became the tallest building in downtown Bend when opened in 2010.It has smart, large rooms in natural tones, fine dining at its restaurant, regular jazz concerts, and a commitment to using natural products where possible and running on 100% renewable energy.The McMenamins Old St.Francis SchoolMcMenamins hotels are famed for their conversions (改建的房屋), so it’s no surprise to find this former Catholic schoolhouse, dating from 1936, is now an affordable hotel, restaurant, music venue and cinema.The classrooms are now 19 guest rooms, each named after former teachers.My Place Hotel­Bend, ORIn the historic district, this 63­room smoke­free hotel places you within a relaxing walk of Old Mill District and Les Schwab Amphitheater.It welcomes guests with co nveniences like free in­room Wi­Fi, laundry facilities, and a 24­hour business center.Limited housekeeping and free parking are also available.The Mill Inn Bed and BreakfastBend has several chain hotels, motels and self­catering suites, but it doesn’t have many B&Bs, which makes Mill Inn a delightful discovery.The 10­room, wooden hotel is a 10­minute walk from downtown, and serves healthy and hearty breakfasts of freshly made frittatas, granola, fruit, yoghurt, and fry­ups of local bacon andsausages.1、What can we infer about the Oxford Hotel?A、Its rooms are relatively small.B、It is environmentally friendly.C、It is within walking distance of downtown.D、It is the tallest building in downtown Bend.2、How is the McMenamins Old St.Francis School special?A、It provides affordable breakfasts.B、It is located in a historic district.C、Its rooms were built in honor of teachers.D、It has its roots in an ancient school building.3、In which column of a website are you likely to find this article?A、Travel.B、Lifestyle.C、Fashion.D、Culture.B(2017·郑州第三次质量预测)Today, we’re sending Sally away for a week of summer camp.She never actually asked to go.It was all my idea to sign her up(报名)、She’s nearly 12，and I notice that I’m with my child nearly 24 hours a day.Living on a farm without any neighbors, I’ve chosen a life that is quieter than a typical family’s.But rather than longing for space away from me, Sally has become increasingly dependent on my presence.What frightens me most is that she has become a “minime”、She pursues my hobbies, my dreams and my opinions.And that’s why I pulled her to the summer camp: a nearby wilderness camp called Hawk Circle.After we ate, we drove to Hawk Circle.Once there，we got a tour of the grounds and were introduced to Sally’s fellow campers.Sally stood by the group of children, holding my hand, horror in her eyes, trying to work up the courage to join in a game of soccer.“I need you for a few more minutes，” she told me, holding my hand tightly.I pulled away and walked up to one of the camp workers.“Excuse me，” I said loudly.“I’d like to introduce my daughter to you.Maybe you could help her meet a few of these kids.” He came o ver to talk to Sally, and I kissed on her cheek and then my husband and I disappeared before Sally realized we were gone.It was not until I drove home that I finally felt it.A piece of my soul had been taken from my body.I began to shake.Tears streamed down my face.It took every bit of my strength to keep driving forward.When we arrived home, I calmed down and reminded myself why I chose this path.I want Sally to have a chance to find herself out of my shadow.I don’t want to see only myself in my child.I want to learn who she is.After 12 years of constantly being together, I want to finally meet my daughter for the first time.4、Why did the author sign her daughter up for the summer camp?A、Camp training was something new to her daughter.B、Her daughter had longed to go to the summer camp.C、She expected her daughter to make some new friends.D、She wanted to help build up her daughter’s independence.5、What happened when they arrived at the summer camp?A、Sally enjoyed meeting her fellow campers very much.B、Sally found the other campers were not easy to get along with.C、Sally felt frightened but her parents left her with a camp worker.D、Sally gathered the courage to join in a soccer game immediately.6、How did the author feel after leaving the camp?A、She was worried about her daughter’s health.B、She was regretful for sending her daughter away.C、She was upset but confident of her right decision.D、She was proud that she had done something correct.7、What does the author intend to tell us in the passage?A、Kids should often be exposed to summer camps.B、Sometimes parents need to let go of their children.C、Parents shouldn’t influence their children too much.D、Children are usually a real reflection of their parents.C(2017·长春七校第一次联考)The media has negativ e effects on the physical and psychological well­beingof society.People spending hours in front of a television or surfing the Internet experience eye ck of physical activity leads to obesity problems.The media influences public opinion and impacts the choices that people make.The media has led to a general opinion that thin is in and fat is out.This makes the overweight feel out of place.They are ready to starve themselves to lose weight, which has led to increasing cases of eating disorders.The media has, in its own way, changed people’s outlook on life.It is the interface(界面) through which millions look at the world outside.The media claims to describe the“today”，but not all types of media show the truth.With the intention of stressing their point or grabbing greater attention from the masses, the media exaggerates(夸大) things to a certain degree.Not everyone is able to filter__out that element.Most believe everything to be real, especially kids and teenagers.Media sources are so many in number and all of them so convincingly make their point that it is hard to distinguish between right and wrong.Thus while a certain amount of exposure to the media is essential for introducing ourselves to the world outside, excessive exposure, uncontrolled a ccess and belief without thought won’t lead us anywhere.They will only make the negative effect of the media more obvious.Media descriptions give rise to stereotypes, affecting your mindset.Advertisements carry subliminal(潜意识的) messages influencing buyers’ psychology, or carry direct messages that bear a negative influence.It’s not possible to protect yourself completely from the effects of the media, even if you limit the exposure.And there are so many things you see around you, without choosing to watch them.The only way to protect yourself from them is to not allow them to influence you.Don’t take media descriptions at their word.Don’t believe in them without thinking.Think twice before following or falling for anything.8、How does the media affect people’s health?A、It misshapes people’s concept of beauty.B、It disturbs people’s sleeping routines.C、It makes people addicted to junk food.D、It raises people’s awareness of exercise.9、Which word can replace the underlined pa rt “filter out”in Paragraph 2?A、Accept.B、Convey.C、Remove.D、Interpret.10、What message does the author convey in Paragraph 3?A、More haste, less speed.B、Every coin has two sides.C、A watched pot never boils.D、Learn to walk before you run.11、What does the author advise people to do in the last paragraph?A、Limit their exposure to the media.B、Don’t be too curious about things around.C、Develop their self­confidence and self­control.D、Use their own judgment properly in face of the media.D(2017·湖南部分重点中学考前演练)It’s well known to car drivers that red means “stop”， green means “go”，and yellow means “hurry up and m ake that damn light”、Why those colors, though? The answer lies in the fact that the earliest traffic signals were designed for trains, not cars.They were red and green, gas­powered, and more than a little dangerous in the event of a leak.Red is an inherited(继承的) symbol from railroads, which symbolizes danger in many cultures.As red has a longer wavelength than any other color on the visible spectrum(光谱), it can be seen from a greater distance than other colors.Red has meant “stop” since long before cars existed, with train signals’ use of red dating back to the days when mechanical arms lifted and lowered to indicate whether the rail ahead was clear.Green’s wavelength is next to(and shorter than) yellow’s on the visible spectrum, meaning it’s still easier to see than any color other than red and yellow.Back in the early days of railway lights, green meant “caution”， while the “all­clear” light was, well, clear or white.It is said that several disastrous collisions happened after an engineer mistook stars in the night for an all­clear.Thus, green became “go”， and for a long time, railways used only greenand red to signal trains.From the earliest days of motoring up until the mid­1900s，not all stop signs were red—many were yellow, because at night it was all but impossible to see a red stop sign in a poorly lit area.In 1915 the yellow stop­sign craze began in Detroit, a city that five years later installed its first electric traffic signal, which happened to include the very first yellow traffic light.But what of those mysterious yellow stop signs? As materials and technologies evolved, the ability to produce highly reflective signs meant that red could resume its natural spot in the sign hierarchy, leaving the still­highly­visible yellow to the domain(领域) of “caution”、That’s why school zones and buses, crosswalks, and other important warnings are yellow today.12、What were traffic lights originally intended for?A、Trains.B、Cars.C、Planes.D、Ships.13、What’s the mai n reason for red’s long being used to mean “stop”？A、It can be seen even in dark areas.B、It represents danger in many cultures.C、It has the longest wavelength.D、People prefer red to other colors.14、Which of the following may the author agree with?A、The meaning of red is culture­specific.B、Yellow functioned as stop signs in the 1900s.C、Green’s wavelength is just second to that of red.D、Green’s role in lights has changed over time.15、What does the passage mainly talk about?A、The significance of road traffic signs.B、The history of railroad transportation.C、The symbolic meaning of different colors.D、The origin and development of traffic lights.第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

阅读提速练(四)(建议用时：40分钟)阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节 (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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

A(2017·湖北黄冈高三质量检测)South KoreaWhile many South Koreans prefer Western­style weddings in which the bride wears a white wedding dress, some couples are still carrying out the “Pyebaek”—a South Korean wedding custom.The Pyebaek is held after the official ceremony, and is when the bride pays respects to her parents­in­law for the first time.The new couple bow deeply before the parents, and they exchange jujube(枣) and chestnuts(栗子)—symbols for children and good fortune.—Sujean Park, HuffPost South Korea JapanFor Japanese weddings, it’s customary for guests to bring cash as a gift for the new couples.The amount depends on the guest’s relationship to the couple—on average, friends would give $300, and family members may give up to $1，000.The bills should be unfolded, freshly printed.They’re typically put in a special envelope signed by the guest.Guests leave the envelopes at a reception desk at the ceremony and receive wedding favors in return.—Ryan Takeshita, HuffPost Japan BrazilIn Brazilian weddings, the best man cuts the groom’s tie into several pieces and sells them to the wedding guests at whatever price they choose to pay for it.The money that’s collected usually goes toward the c ouple’s honeymoon.Brazilian weddings wouldn’t be complete without pastries called “bem­casados”， or “happily married”．These are tiny sweet cakes with a condensed milk(炼乳) filling that are meant to bring good luck to the new couples.—Andrea Martinelli, HuffPost Brazil 1．In South Korean weddings，________．A．only Western­style weddings are favoredB．the couple must both wear a white dressC．the bride shows respects to her parentsD．some couples still observe their traditions2．When attending a Japanese friend’s wedding, you’d better________．A．fold the new bills in an envelopeB．contain $300 in a special envelopeC．carry an envelope with a letter as a giftD．give more than $1，000 to the new couple3．Why do people make pastries in Brazilian weddings?A．To share the new couple’s stories.B．To raise money for the new couple.C．To show their excellent cooking skills.D．To express good wishes to the new couple.4．What’s the purpose of writing this text?A．To share some wedding customs around the world.B．To tell people how to make preparations for weddings.C．To show the different customs between different countries.D．To check how much you know about wedding customs.B(2017·福建泉州检测)It was an old apartment building, in which many parts are made of wood.Regardless of the warning of firemen, the residents wouldn’t move out because they were poor and had nowhere to go.One night, the building was on fire.The residents began to run for their lives.When half of the population had got themselves out, the wooden staircases broke down.The remaining residents rushed to the roof of the third floor, which had not been touched by the flames yet, waiting for the firemen to rescue them.Firemen did arrive in a short while.But the fire engines and ladders could not reach the building as the alley was too narrow to allow the passage.The situation was critical, since the fire might burn the roof at any moment.The firemen placed a few cushions on the floor, and got some quilts from the nearby houses to add to the pile.Then they asked the people on the burning building to jump on the pile after they had shown how.A man jumped down, bottom touching the pile, uninjured.Another person jumped down, uninjured...They jumped one after another, all safe.Finally, Singermary became the only remaining one on the roof, hesitating while the fire was swallowing the roof soon.People shouted，“Jump, jump！” Singermary jumped, but she jumped head down with open arms.People were amazed and greatly shocked.How could she do such a jump? It was a suicide gesture! Fortunately, the cushions were very thick.She did not die, butinjured seriously, saying with what strength she got, “Please take me to hospital！” She was pregnant, and she had jumped head down in order to keep the child safe.That was mother’s love ! People were deeply moved.5．When did the wooden staircases break down?A．After half of the residents ran out.B．Before the residents discovered the fire.C．Immediately the firemen arrived.D．The moment the fire started.6．Why couldn’t the firemen put out the fire?A．Because the cushions blocked the way.B．Because the fire engines were too old.C．Because the building was made of wood.D．Because the alley was not wide enough.7．Why did Singermary jump in a different way?A．To reduce the danger.B．To cover her fright.C．To protect her child.D．To shock her neighbors.8．What would be the best title for the passage?A．Harmony of NeighborhoodB．Mother’s LoveC．Heroic FiremenD．An Urgent RescueC(2017·湖南长郡中学模拟)It is quite reasonable to blame traffic jams, the cost of gas and the great speed of modern life, but manners on the road are becoming horrible.Everybody knows that the nicest men would become fierce tigers behind the wheel.It is all right to have a tiger in a cage, but to have one in the driver’s seat is another matter.Road politeness is not only good manners, but a good sense.It takes the most cool­headed drivers great patience to give up the desire to beat back when forced to face rude driving.On the other hand, a little politeness goes a long way toward reducing the possibility of quarreling and fighting.A friendly nod or a wave of thanks in answer to an act of politeness helps to create an atmosphere of goodwill and becomes so necessary in modern traffic conditions.But such behavior of politeness is by no means enough.Many drivers nowadays don’teven seem able to recognize politeness when they see it.However, misplaced politeness can also be dangerous.A typical example is the driver who waves a child crossing the street at a wrong place into the path of oncoming cars that may not be able to stop in time.The same goes for encouraging old ladies to cross the road wherever and whenever they want to.An experienced driver, whose manners are faultless, told me it would help if drivers learnt to correctly join in a traffic stream without causing total blockages that give rise to unpleasant feelings.Unfortunately, modern drivers can’t even learn to drive, let alone master the roadmanship(公路驾车技能)．Years ago, experts warned us that the fast increase of the car ownership would dem and more give­and­take(互谅互让) from all road users.It is high time for all of us to take this message to heart.9．The passage mainly talks about________．A．traffic jams B．good mannersC．road politeness D．modern drivers10．Troubles on the road are often caused by________．A．traffic jamsB．the behavior of the driversC．the great speed of modern lifeD．terrible road conditions11．According to the writer，a good driver should________．A．encourage children to cross the road whenever they want toB．beat back when forced to face rude drivingC．be able to recognize politeness when he sees itD．join in a traffic stream quickly however other people feel12．It is not always right for drivers to________．A．master the roadmanshipB．neglect politeness when they see itC．give a friendly nod in answer to an act of politenessD．encourage old ladies to cross the road whenever and wherever they want toD(2017·广西重点高中二模)People love cellphones, which is why nine in ten Americans own one.But does heavy use of cellphones pose a risk of cancer? This question has caused controversy for many years.A new study in rats now augments those concerns.Its data linke d long­term, intense exposure to radiation from cellphones with an increased risk of cancer in the heart orbrain.The results have yet to be confirmed, the authors note.Indeed, although the rat study found a link between cellphone radiation and cancer, it offers no clues to why such a link might exist, notes Jonathan Samet.He teaches preventative medicine and directs the Institute for Global Health at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.Still, he calls the new study’s findings “significant”．They could lead to studies researching how cellphone radiation might cause cancer, he says.Phone signals are relayed between cell towers and cellphones via radio waves.This radio frequency—or RF—radiation is a type known as non­ionizing(非电离的)．Unlike X­rays, non­ionizing radiation does not deposit enough energy into cells to release electrons from atoms or molecules, producing ions.So it tends to be far less harmful than ionizing radiation, such a s X­rays.But that does not mean radio waves might not cause harm.In very large doses(量) this radiation will heat the body and cause tissue damage.But it’s not yet known what much lower RF levels might do, such as those from cellphone use.Five years ago, t he World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer, or IARC, concluded that cellphone use“is possibly carcinogenic(致癌的)”．Its conclusion was based on what little research data was available at that time.But notice that IARC was not certain.It said only that phone use might “possibly”cause cancer.So scientists at the National Toxicology Program, or NTP, investigated further.13．Which of the following can replace the underlined word “augments” in Paragraph 1?A．Figures out. B．Puts out.C．Refers to. D．Adds to.14．In which aspect does Jonathan Samet think the new study in rats is significant?A．It assists him with his teaching.B．It indicates a new research direction.C．It warns people to mind cellphone safety.D．It makes a breakthrough in cancer research.15．What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?A．How phone signals are delivered.B．How cellphones produce radiation.C．Features of radiation from cellphones.D．Differences between ionizing and non­ionizing radiation.第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

第2部分40分钟阅读提速练阅读提速练(一)(建议用时：40分钟)阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节 (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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

A(2017·河南洛阳高三第一次统考)Goodreads recommends the following books you want to read for the event to come.1．The Lyrics：1961－2012By Bob DylanSimon & Schuster, $60What it’s about: This heavy, well­timed publication contains lyrics by the songwriter who just won the Nobel Prize in Literature, from his first album, Bob Dylan, through Tempest.What’s to love: The times may be changing, but Dylan’s fans are constant, traditional devotees who will want this epic collection for their shelves, to sit beside those beloved old large papers.2．Taylor Swift: This Is Our SongBy Tyler ConroySimon & Schuster, $28What it’s about: An elegant fanzine celebrating all things about Taylor Swift, especially the pop star’s countless fans.What’s to love: Mom and/or Dad, the fan of Taylor Swift, will think you’re pretty cool if he or she discovers this temple to Taylor under the Christmas tree(even if it is a book)．3．Misty CopelandBy Gregg DelmanRizzoli, $39.95What it’s about: Star­figure female ballet dancer Misty Copeland strikes a pose(95, to be exact) in photos taken between 2011 and 2014, in the casual setting of dance studios.What’s to love：Since becoming the first African American woman to be named a principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, Copeland has become a culturalphenomenon, and Delman’s arresting pictures capture(捕捉) her muscular power and elegance.4．@ NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram PhotosBy National GeographicNational Geographic, $19.95What it’s about: National Geographic’s popular Instagram account (nearly 63 millio n followers) comes to book form in this title filled with eye­popping images from around the world.What’s to love: Here’s proof that NatGeo’s talented photographers have conquered social media while maintaining the usual quality of their work.And for fans of more traditional coffee­table­size books, check out National Geographic’s Wild, Beautiful Places：Picture­Perfect Journeys Around the Globe($40)．1．Which author is noted for literature achievements?A．Bob Dylan. B．Tyler Conroy.C．Gregg Delman. D．National Geographic.2．For what event are the books most probably recommended?A．New Year’s Day. B．Christmas Day.C．One’s anniversary. D．Literature awards.3．How much would a photographer normally spend on his favourite books listed?A．$39.95. B．$19.95.C．$59.9. D．$99.9.4．Which book would a pop star’s fan probably buy?A．The Lyrics: 1961－2012.B．Taylor Swift: This Is Our Song.C．Misty Copeland.D．@ NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos.B(2017·山西名校联考)I cherish being around people who are totally comfortable with who they are.There always seems to be an aura(光环) of love and acceptance that follows these people around.I think it’s because they’ve figured out one of the biggest secrets of life: the chance of being loved and accepted grows so much when we can truly say we couldn’t be more comfortable with ourselves.People like being around those who are comfortable with themselves because they’re less threatening.We all feel the need to protect ourselves from threats aimed at our insecurities.Insecurities are like open wounds and it hurts when people poke(捅；戳) at them．It can be exhausting to hang around with folks who constantly poke at us just to gain some kind of external recognition through making everyone else feel smaller.My favorite thing about people who are comfortable with themselves is that they need no external recognition.They have discovered their worth is, by nature, something that cannot be taken away or added to based on what other people think.Ironically enough, this ends up providing comfortable people with more external validation than those who feel they need it most. Because comfortable people’s worth comes from within, they see no point in tearing others down.To them, the only sensible way to speak about another is to be positive.I guess when you realize your worth comes from within, you might as well build others up rather than tear them down, since their size is of no threat to your sense of self­worth.Plus, it’s a lot more fun to speak love to others and watch their eyes glow than it is to hurt someone’s feelings for a cheap laugh, anyway.When we become comfortable with ourselves through fully accepting who we are, we can silence the noise our insecurities make in public situations and enjoy the wonderful reality that unfolds before us.The result is a world with fewer insecurities.To me, that sounds like a better world.5．Which of the following sayings best expresses the main idea of the passage?A．Actions speak louder than words.B．No pains, no gains.C．Luck favors those who are comfortable with who they are.D．Don’t claim to know what you don’t know.6．What does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A．Insecurities.B．Open wounds.C．People who are comfortable with themselves.D．Threats.7．What’s the author’s purpose of writing this passage?A．To give a vivid description of people who are comfortable with themselves.B．To ask people to make friends with people who are comfortable with themselves.C．To offer some practical advice on how to be a person who is comfortable with himself/herself.D．To appeal to people to be comfortable with themselves so that we can live in a better world.C(2017·辽宁大连双基测试)Whenever we see a button, we want to press it because we know that something will happen.This is true in most cases, for example, on a doorbell.But some buttons are actually fake(假的), like the “close” button on a lift.Many people are in the habit of pressing the “close” button because they don’t have the patience to wait.But lifts’“close” buttons are a complete trick, at least in the U．S.—the doors will not close any faster no matter how hard you press.It started in the 1990s when the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in the U．S., making sure that all lifts stayed open long enough so that people with disabilities could enter safely.Only repair workers can use the buttons to speed up the door closing process if they have special keys.But to normal lift riders, the buttons aren’t completely useless.According to psychologists, fake buttons can actually make you feel better by offering you a sense of control.“A sense of control is very important.It reduces stress and increases well ­being，” said Ellen J．Langer, a psychology professor at Harvard University.Experts also added that a lot of buttons that don’t do anything exist in our lives for this same purpose.For example, pedestrian crosswalk buttons don’t live up to their names either.Pressing them used to help make the traffic signals change faster, but that was before computer­controlled traffic signals were introduced.But psychologists found it interesting that even when people are aware of these little “white lies”， they still continue to push fake buttons because as long as the doors eventually close, it is considered to be worth the effort.8．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?A． To describe different fake buttons.B．To explore the functions of fake buttons.C．To analyze various habits of pushing buttons.D．To explain the disadvantages of fake buttons.9．What can we learn about the “clos e” buttons on a lift in America?A．They work when people press them hard.B．They were designed for a sense of control.C．They never speed up the door­closing process.D．They take the safety of the disabled into account.10．What can we infer about pedestrian crosswalk buttons?A．They can make people feel better.B．They help computers work faster.C．They can control the traffic signals.D．They help pedestrians cross safely.11．Which may be the best title for the passage?A．Buttons in the U．S.A.B．Buttons Always LieC．Buttons May Not WorkD．“Close” Buttons on LiftsD(2017·济南模拟)Tea, the most typical English drink, became established in Britain because of the influence of a foreign princess, Catherine of Braganza, the queen of Charles Ⅱ.As a lover of tea since her childhood in Portugal, she brought tea­drinking to the English royal court and set a trend for the__beverage in the 17th century.The fashion soon spread beyond the circle of the nobility to the middle classes, and tea became a popular drink at the London coffee houses where people met to do business and discuss events of the day.Many employers served a cup of tea to their workers in the middle of the morning, thus inventing a lasting British institution, the “tea break”．However, drinking tea in social settings outside the workplace wasbeyond the means of the majority of British people.It came with a high price tag and tea was taxed as well.Around 1800, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, Anna Maria Russell, began the popular practice of “afternoon tea”， a ceremony taking place at about four o’clock.Until then, people did not usually eat or drink anything between lunch and dinner.At approximately the same time, the Earl of Sandwich popularized a new way of eating bread—in thin slices, with something like jam or cucumbers between them.Before long, a small meal at the end of the afternoon, involving tea and sandwiches, became part of the British way of life.As tea became much cheaper during the 19th century, its popularity spread right through all corners of the British society.Thus, tea became Britain’s favorite drink.In working­class households, it was served with the main meal of the day, eaten when workers returned home after a day’s labor.This meal has become known as “high tea”．Today, tea can be drunk at any time of the day, and accounts for over two ­fifths of all drinks consumed in Britain—with the exception of water.12．What is mainly discussed about tea in the text?A．Its development in Britain.B．Its traditional ways of drinking.C．Its influence around the world.D． Its popularity in Europe.13．What do the underlined words “the beverage” probably refer to?A．Tea drinking.B．A small meal.C．A way of eating bread.D．A choice of drinks.14．Why was tea unable to be accepted as a common drink in Britain in the 17th century?A．It was merely served in London.B．It was taxed as an alcoholic drink.C．It was forbidden in business settings.D．It was too expensive for most people.15．How is the text organized?A．By cause and effect.B．By comparison.C．In time order.D．In frequency order.第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

Unit 9 Wheels课时练1 阅读理解提速练Ⅰ阅读理解A(2018·山西八校联考)Belgium is the land of music festivals. There are rock, pop, world, electronic music festivals and more, so you’re sure to find a festival that suits your taste.GroezrockGroezrock could be considered the opener of the festival season in Belgium. This festival grew from a small event to an international festival that had 33，000 visitors in 2016. If you’re into the harder stuff(东西), this is where you need to go.When? April 29－30. Where? Meerhout. Music? Punk, emo, ska and rock in all its variations. Free? No.Sfinks MixedSfinks is a world music festival that focuses on bringing culture together. There are also plenty of things to do besides watching the performances. Good to know for famili es: Sfinks is a kid­friendly festival, with workshops, storytelling and performances aimed at children.When? July 27－30. Where? Boechout. Music? World. Free? The festival is free; the camping is not.Graspop Metal MeetingIf Groezrock doesn’t seem rough enough to you, Graspop Metal Meeting might. As the name says, this festival is all about metal, rock and punk. In 2016 the festival received 140，000 visitors who came to watch the more than 100 bands performing.When? June 16－18. Where? Dessel. Music? Metal. Free? No.Genk on StageGenk on Stage is a pop musical with not only a lot of Belgian artists, but also some international names. 80，000 people attended Genk on Stage in 2016.When? June 23－25. Where? Genk. Music? Pop. Free? Yes.【解题导语】本文是一篇应用文，涉及音乐节话题。

2019年高考英语阅读提速练习（8套试卷附答案共65页）阅读提速练(一)时间：40分钟阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。

A(2018·南昌十校二模)Tour operators have seasonal deals on holidays to Canada，Australia and other countries in a new year.AustravelHolidaymakers can save up to 30% on a trip to Australia with the Austravel sale，which runs for about a month.It also includes a fortnight-long trip to Perth and a west coast self-drive trip from ￡795pp including flights in May or July.●austra v Canadian AffairThe leading UK tour operator to Canada will be offering savings of up to ￡140pp during its winter sale.This includes a three-night city break to Toronto，including return flights，for just ￡399，if you book before 24 December.Other deals continue until 31 December.●Thomson and First ChoiceSome deals are being launched this week by Thomson and First Choice，with early booking offers including free places for kids，lower deposits and up to ￡300 off per couple on a lot of destinations.●，EurocampThe camping company is offering thousands of Easter and May half-term holidays for under ￡350，such as an Easter break at La Baume on the French Riviera for just ￡25 a night，based on a stay in a two-bedroom holiday home.Early bookers can save up to 25% and secure a holiday with a deposit of just ￡99.●KuoniRunning from Christmas Eve，the Kuoni sale includes a wide range of offers.These offers include ten nights full board in the Maldives from ￡1,599 and seven nights in Phuket，Thailand from ￡999 per person—both including flights and transfers(换乘)．●1．How long may you stay in Perth with Austravel?A．One month.B．Two weeks.C．One week. D．Four nights.2．What does the author say about Thomson and First Choice?A．It requires no deposit.B．It offers cheap return flights.C．It is suitable for family travel.D．It can save up to ￡300 per person.3．What do Eurocamp and Kuoni have in common?A．Both have various offers.B．Both include flights.C．Both offer a discount for early booking.D．Both need a deposit to secure a holiday.【解题导语】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了几个旅游公司提供的优惠活动。

题组提分练41 阅读提速练限时35分钟加黑体小题训练说明文和议论文阅读理解A体裁：说明文话题：文学与艺术难度：★★☆☆☆Plays are an important part of British culture. The West End theatre district in London is the best place to watch a professional play, but acting also takes place in every school and village hall across the country.There are over 2,500 non­professional drama groups in the UK today and they are an active part of community life. People from all walks of life take on acting roles in addition to their regular jobs. They do it for fun, for the love of acting and as a way to meet new people.Not everyone in a drama club is a skilled actor, but enthusiasm is considered to be more important than talent. Friends, family members and neighbours enjoy getting together to watch the final performance and telling the people they know to “break a leg (走运)”. It's a great way of bringing communities together. Also, in many rural parts of Britain, non­professional theatre is the only chance people have to see plays for miles around.Many people get a taste for acting at school. Every school puts on a play at least once per year, usually at Christmas, and parents love coming to watch their children perform. Any British person surely has happy memories of being in their school's Christmas play, whether they played the role of Mary or Joseph or perhaps even a sheep or a donkey.Another Christmas theatre tradition is the pantomimes (舞剧), which are a type of musical comedy for families. The audience is encouraged to participate in the performance—singing along with the music and shouting to the actors. Pantomimes are really fun to watch, especially for children.British people love going to the theatre, professional or not, and many of them also enjoy performing. If you have the chance, go and see a play in the UK.【语篇解读】文章介绍了英国的非专业戏剧的表演的情况。

Unit 1 Lifestyles课时练1 阅读理解提速练Ⅰ阅读理解A(2018·合肥高三调研性检测)Golden Gate BridgeLocated in San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge startedin the year 1933 to connect the San Francisco Peninsula with Marin County. It was finally thrown open to public in 1937. It cost more than $ 35 million in the construction. Till the year 1957, the Golden Gate Bridge, at a length of 2，737 meters, was the longest suspension bridge in the world.Brooklyn BridgeThe Brooklyn Bridge is located in Brooklyn. It is one of the oldest bridges in the United States, opened in the year 1883. The length of the bridge is 1，825 meters. The bridge has been featured in several Hollywood movies.George Washington BridgeAlso known as the Hudson River Bridge, the George Washington Bridge which connects Fort Lee to Manhattan came into use in 1931 after a construction period of almost 4 years. It is a two­level suspension bridge.Mackinac BridgeThis is the third biggest suspension bridge in the world at a length of 8，038 meters. The architect of this bridge was Dr. David B. Steinman who directed the construction of the bridge which started in the year 1954.It was opened to the public in 1957. People using this bridge are charged a certain amount of money. Navajo BridgeLocated in Arizona, this bridge crosses the Colorado River and is almost 250 meters long. The construction of this bridge started in the year 1927, ending two years later, costing $390，000. In the 1990s a second bridge was built which was opened to the public in 1995. The first bridge is still used by pedestrians now.【解题导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了美国五座著名的大桥。

题组层级快练(四十)阅读速度提升练(时间: 20分钟)Ⅰ.阅读理解阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项(A.B.C和D)中选出最佳选项。

(2019·重庆模拟)One day, Jack told his friend Tom that he loved a very beautiful girl with charming eyes and long hair, and that he wanted to marry her.Tom was so happy to hear the news and asked Jack to lead him to her.However, Tom loved her at first sight.He then told Jack, “This girl is not suitable for you.She deserves a handsome man like me.” Jack was astonished and struggled with Tom until they went to the police to solve the problem.The y told the policeman their story.The policeman asked them to bring the girl to his office.However, when the policeman saw her, he became_taken_with her and said, “This girl is not suitable for you two.She deserves someone with a status like me.” The three men struggled with each other and then went to the king.The king asked them to bring him the girl.When the king saw the girl, he said, “Oh, the girl should marry a king like me.” They all argued with each other.Then the girl said, “I have a solution.I’m going to run and you’ll run after me.I’ll be the wife to the one who catches me first.” The four men all agreed and ran after her.While running after her, they suddenly fell into a deep hole.From the top, the girl looked at them and said, “Now, let me tell you who I am.”“I’m Reputation — I’m the one all people run after.They compete against each other to get me.They leave principles aside to seek for me, and they are sure to fall like you！”1.What makes the four men love the girl?A.The girl’s beauty.B.The girl’s reputation.C.The girl’s smart mind.D.The girl’s way to speak.2.The underlined part “ became_taken_with” in Para.2 means “ ________”.A.was close toB.fell in love withC.was confused aboutD.was delightful with3.What could be the best title of the passage?A.All Men Are Similarly StupidB.A Smart Girl Has All SolutionsC.Be Careful about Beautiful GirlsD.Always Follow the Principles in Life答案与解析【文章大意】本文是一篇记叙文。

第2部分40分钟阅读提速练阅读提速练(一)(建议用时：40分钟)阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节(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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项.A(2017·河南洛阳高三第一次统考)Goodreads recommends the following books you want to read for the event to come.1．The Lyrics：1961－2012By Bob DylanSimon & Schuster, $60What it’s about: This heavy, well­timed publication contains lyrics by the songwriter who just won the Nobel Prize in Literature, from his first album, Bob Dylan, through Tempest.What’s to love: The times may be changing, but Dylan’s fans are constant, traditional devotees who will want this epic collection for their shelves, to sit beside those beloved old large papers.2．Taylor S w ift: This Is Our SongBy Tyler ConroySimon & Schuster, $28What it’s about: An elegant fanzine celebrating all things about Taylor Swift, especially the pop star’s countless fans.What’s to love: Mom and/or Dad, the fan of Taylor Swift, will think you’re pretty cool if he or she discovers this temple to Taylor under the Christmas tree(even if it is a book)．3．Misty CopelandBy Gregg DelmanRizzoli, $39.95What it’s about: Star-figure female ballet dancer Misty Copeland strikes a pose(95, to be exact) in photos taken between 2011 and 2014, in the casual setting of dance studios.What’s to love：Since becoming the first African American woman to be named a principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, Copeland has become a cultural phenomenon, and Delman’s arresting pictures capture(捕捉) her muscular power and elegance.4．@ NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram PhotosBy National GeographicNational Geographic, $19.95What it’s about: National Geographic’s popular Instagram account (nearly 63 millio nfollowers) comes to book form in this title filled with eye-popping images from around the world.What’s to love: Here’s proof that NatGeo’s talented photographers have conquered social media while maintaining the usual quality of their work.And for fans of more traditional coffee-table-size books, check out National Geographic’s Wild, Beautiful Places：Picture-Perfect Journeys Around the Globe($40)．1．Which author is noted for literature achievements?A．Bob Dylan.B．Tyler Conroy.C．Gregg Delman. D．National Geographic.2．For what event are the books most probably recommended?A．New Year’s Day. B．Christmas Day.C．One’s anniversary. D．Literature awards.3．How much would a photographer normally spend on his favourite books listed?A．$39.95. B．$19.95.C．$59.9. D．$99.9.4．Which book would a pop star’s fan probably buy?A．The Lyrics: 1961－2012.B．Taylor S w ift: This Is Our Song.C．Misty Copeland.D．@ NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos.B(2017·山西名校联考)I cherish being around people who are totally comfortable with who they are.There always seems to be an aura(光环) of love and acceptance that follows these people around.I think it’s because they’ve figured out one of the biggest secrets of life: the chance of being loved and accepted grows so much when we can truly say we couldn’t be more comfortable with ourselves.People like being around those who are comfortable with themselves because they’re less threatening.We all feel the need to protect ourselves from threats aimed at our insecurities.Insecurities are like open wounds and it hurts when people poke(捅；戳) at them．It can be exhausting to hang around with folks who constantly poke at us just to gain some kind of external recognition through making everyone else feel smaller.My favorite thing about people who are comfortable with themselves is that they need no external recognition.They have discovered their worth is, by nature, something that cannot be taken away or added to based on what other people think.Ironically enough, this ends up providing comfortable people with more external validation than those who feel they need it most. Because comfortable people’s worth comes from within, they see no point in tearing others down.To them,the only sensible way to speak about another is to be positive.I guess when you realize your worth comes from within, you might as well build others up rather than tear them down, since their size is of no threat to your sense of self­worth.Plus, it’s a lot more fun to speak love to others and watch their eyes glow than it is to hurt someone’s feelings for a cheap laugh, anyway.When we become comfortable with ourselves through fully accepting who we are, we can silence the noise our insecurities make in public situations and enjoy the wonderful reality that unfolds before us.The result is a world with fewer insecurities.To me, that sounds like a better world.5．Which of the following sayings best expresses the main idea of the passage?A．Actions speak louder than words.B．No pains, no gains.C．Luck favors those who are comfortable with who they are.D．Don’t claim to know what you don’t know.6．What does the underlined word “them”in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A．Insecurities.B．Open wounds.C．People who are comfortable with themselves.D．Threats.7．What’s the author’s purpose of writing this passage?A．To give a vivid description of people who are comfortable with themselves.B．To ask people to make friends with people who are comfortable with themselves.C．To offer some practical advice on how to be a person who is comfortable with himself/herself.D．To appeal to people to be comfortable with themselves so that we can live in a better world.C(2017·辽宁大连双基测试)Whenever we see a button, we want to press it because we know that something will happen.This is true in most cases, for example, on a doorbell.But some buttons are actually fake(假的), like the “close”button on a lift.Many people are in the habit of pressing the “close”button because they don’t have the patience to wait.But lifts’“close”buttons are a complete trick, at least in the U．S.—the doors will not close any faster no matter how hard you press.It started in the 1990s when the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in the U．S., making sure that all lifts stayed open long enough so that people with disabilities could enter safely.Only repair workers can use the buttons to speed up the door closing process if they have special keys.But to normal lift riders, the buttons aren’t completely useless.According to psychologists, fake buttons can actually make you feel better by offering you a sense of control.“A sense of control is very important.It reduces stress and increases well­being，”said Ellen J．Langer, a psychology professor at Harvard University.Experts also added that a lot of buttons that don’t do anything exist in our lives for this same purpose.For example, pedestrian crosswalk buttons don’t live up to their names either.Pressing them used to help make the traffic signals change faster, but that was before computer­controlled traffic signals were introduced.But psychologists found it interesting that even when people are aware of these little “white lies”，they still continue to push fake buttons because as long as the doors eventually close, it is considered to be worth the effort.8．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?A．To describe different fake buttons.B．To explore the functions of fake buttons.C．To analyze various habits of pushing buttons.D．To explain the disadvantages of fake buttons.9．What can we learn about the “clos e” buttons on a lift in America?A．They work when people press them hard.B．They were designed for a sense of control.C．They never speed up the door­closing process.D．They take the safety of the disabled into account.10．What can we infer about pedestrian crosswalk buttons?A．They can make people feel better.B．They help computers work faster.C．They can control the traffic signals.D．They help pedestrians cross safely.11．Which may be the best title for the passage?A．Buttons in the U．S.A.B．Buttons Always LieC．Buttons May Not WorkD．“Close”Buttons on LiftsD(2017·济南模拟)Tea, the most typical English drink, became established in Britain because of the influence of a foreign princess, Catherine of Braganza, the queen of Charles Ⅱ.As a lover of tea since her childhood in Portugal, she brought tea­drinking to the English royal court and set a trend for the__beverage in the 17th century.The fashion soon spread beyond the circle of the nobility to the middle classes, and tea became a popular drink at the London coffee houses where people met to do business and discuss events of the day.Many employers served a cup of tea to their workers in the middle of the morning, thus inventing a lasting British institution, the“tea break”．However, drinking tea in social settings outside the workplace was beyond the means of the majority of British people.It came with a high price tag and tea was taxed as well.Around 1800, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, Anna Maria Russell, began the popular practice of “afternoon tea”，a ceremony taking place at about four o’clock.Until then, people did not usually eat or drink anything between lunch and dinner.At approximately the same time, the Earl of Sandwich popularized a new way of eating bread—in thin slices, with something like jam or cucumbers between them.Before long, a small meal at the end of the afternoon, involving tea and sandwiches, became part of the British way of life.As tea became much cheaper during the 19th century, its popularity spread right through all corners of the British society.Thus, tea became Britain’s favorite drink.In working­class households, it was served with the main meal of the day, eaten when workers returned home after a day’s labor.This meal has become known as “high tea”．Today, tea can be drunk at any time of the day, and accounts for over two­fifths of all drinks consumed in Britain—with the exception of water.12．What is mainly discussed about tea in the text?A．Its development in Britain.B．Its traditional ways of drinking.C．Its influence around the world.D．Its popularity in Europe.13．What do the underlined words “the beverage”probably refer to?A．Tea drinking.B．A small meal.C．A way of eating bread.D．A choice of drinks.14．Why was tea unable to be accepted as a common drink in Britain in the 17th century?A．It was merely served in London.B．It was taxed as an alcoholic drink.C．It was forbidden in business settings.D．It was too expensive for most people.15．How is the text organized?A．By cause and effect.B．By comparison.C．In time order.D．In frequency order.第二节(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项.选项中有两项为多余选项.(2017·湖南十三校第一次联考)Every culture has its own unwritten list of behavior that is acceptable.Every society also has its taboos, or types of behavior that are considered a violation of good manners.The word taboo comes from the Tongan language and is used in modern English to describe verbal and nonverbal behavior that is forbidden or to be avoided.16.________They tend to be specific to a culture or country, and usually form around a group’s values and beliefs.What is considered acceptable behavior in one country may be a serious taboo in another.Verbal taboos usually involve topics that people believe are too private to talk about publicly, or relate to one’s manner of speaking.In many cultures, for example, it is considered bad manners to discuss subjects such as sex or religion in public.In some countries, too much volume of one’s voice may annoy people.17.________18．________For example, one of the biggest differences among many Western, Asian, and African cultures is the use of eye contact.In the U．S., people make eye contact when they talk to others.19.________In many Asian and African cultures, however, children are taught to lower their eyes when talking to their elders, or those of higher rank, as a way to show respect.Certain gestures made with the hands can have very different meanings depending on the country you are in.Crossing your middle finger over your forefinger is the sign for good luck in many Western countries.20.________Also, in some Asian countries, moving your hands a lotwhile talking, or “talking with your hands”，is considered unsuitable.Behavior that is acceptable and non­offensive in one culture can be highly offensive in another.When visiting a foreign country, be aware of some of the basic differences, as this will help to ensure a more enjoyable trip.A．Nonverbal taboos usually relate to body language.B．In Vietnam and Argentina, however, it is a rude gesture.C．In spite of what some people may think, taboos are not universal.D．Cancer is a taboo subject and people are frightened to talk openly about it.E．Learn a country’s customs so that you don’t hurt the local people unconsciously.F．They might think that someone who is speaking or laughing loudly is rude or aggressive.G．If a person avoids eye contact, others might think they are being dishonest or unconfident.第2部分40分钟阅读提速练阅读提速练(一)第一节【解题导语】本文主要推荐了几本在圣诞节期间值得阅读的书.1．A解析：细节理解题.根据第一本书下的“This heavy, well­timed publication...from his first album, Bob Dylan, through Tempest.”可知，Bob Dylan在文学方面的造诣很高.2．B解析：推理判断题.根据第二本书下的“Mom and/or Dad...under the Christmas tree(even if it is a book)．”可推知，本文所介绍的书都是为即将到来的圣诞节而推荐的.3．D解析：细节理解题.根据第三本书下的“and Delman’s arrestin g pictures capture(捕捉) her muscular power and elegance”和第四本书及其下的“And for fans of more traditional coffee-table-size books...Picture-Perfect Journeys Around the Globe($40)．”可知，摄影爱好者会对最后介绍的两本书感兴趣，还会对Wild, Beautiful Places：Picture-Perfect Journeys Around the Globe感兴趣，买这三本书他要花$39.95＋$19.95＋$40＝$99.9.4．B解析：细节理解题.根据第二本书下的“An elegant fanzine celebrating all things about Taylor Swift, especially the pop star’s countless fans.”可知，流行音乐歌手的粉丝们会买Tyler Conroy写的书.【解题导语】本文主要讲述了悦己者高朋满座，光环环绕，总是和颜悦色，宽以待人，不会贬低别人，更容易有好运气.作者希望每个人都能够悦纳自我，排除内心不安的喧嚣，成就美好人生.5．C解析：主旨大意题.根据文章前三段的首句以及第四段的最后一句可知，文章主要谈论了悦纳自我者更容易有好运.故选C项.6．B解析：代词指代题.第二段画线词所在句Insecurities are like open wounds and it hurts when people poke(捅；戳) at them．意为“不安全感就像是裸露的伤口，只要人们去触碰就会疼”，由此可知，them指代句子前半部分提到的open wounds.故选B项.7．D解析：写作意图题.根据第四段可知，作者写这篇文章的意图是呼吁读者悦纳自我.只有真正悦纳自我，才能摒除内心不安的喧嚣，享受展现在我们面前的美好世界.故选D 项.【解题导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了我们平时生活中所见到的按钮可能是不起作用的.8．B解析：写作意图题.通读整篇文章可知，作者通过举例子介绍了不同地点的虚假按钮，其目的是探求这些虚假按钮的功能.故选B.A项“描述不同的虚假按钮”，C项“分析按按钮的不同习惯”，D项“解释虚假按钮的弊端”.A、C、D三项在文中均有提及但不是整篇文章的目的，故排除.9．D解析：细节理解题.根据第三段第一句中的“making sure that all lifts stayed open long enough so that people with disabilities could enter safely”可知，美国电梯里的“关闭”按钮是为了确保残疾人能安全地通过.故选D.10．A解析：推理判断题.根据第四段中的“fake buttons can actually make you feel better by offerin g you a sense of control”和第六段中的“For example, pedestrian crosswalk buttons don’t live up to their names either.”可知，人行横道按钮也没有实现其功能，但可以让人们感觉好一点，故选A.11．C解析：标题归纳题.通读全文内容可知，本文主要讲述了有些按钮只是形式上的，而不具备真正的实际功能.故C项“按钮可能不起作用”最符合文章主旨.故选C.12－15.AADC第二节16－20.CFAGB。

Uint 10 Money课时练1 阅读理解提速练Ⅰ阅读理解A(2018·吉林长春七校高三第一次联考)Joseph Goldberger was a doctor for the United States Public Health Service and he was an advocate for scientific and social recognition of the links between poverty and disease. In 1914, Goldberger was asked by U．S. Surgeon General Rupert Blue to study a skin disease that was killing thousands of people in the South. The disease was pellagra(糙皮病)．Goldberger traveled to the state of Mississippi where many people suffered from pellagra. He studied the victims and their families. Most of the people lived a hard life. The doctor came to believe that the disease didn’t pass on from one to another, but was instead related to food. He received permission from the state governor to test this idea at a prison. Prisoners were offered pardons if they took part. One group of prisoners received their usual foods, mostly corn products. A second group ate meat, fresh vegetables and drank milk. Members of the first group developed pellagra. The second group did not.But some medical researchers refused to accept Goldberger’s idea. For the South, pellagra was more than simply a medical problem. There were other things, including Southern pride.So Goldberger had himself injected(注射) with blood from a person with pellagra. He also took liquid from the nose and throat of a pellagra patient and put them into his own nose and throat. He even swallowed pills that contained skin from pellagra patients. An assistant also took part in the experiments. So did Go ldberger’s wife. None of them got sick.Joseph Goldberger died of cancer in 1929. He wa s fifty­five years old. Several years later, researchers discovered the exact cause of pellagra：a lack of vitamin B3 known as niacin.【解题导语】本文是一篇记叙文。