新高考高二英语时文阅读专版特训(含原文翻译及经典解析)

新高考赢在阅读高二英语时文阅读专版（含原文翻译及答案解析）AJosh Gad's Olaf showed insanely hot skills singing "Unmeltable Me" for "Frozen II". But the hilarious (欢闹的) tune never made it into the animated hit: It was cut from the movie after his vocals were recorded and storyboards had been drawn up. The missing: “Unmeltable Me”is revealed now at , ahead of the home release of “Frozen II”, which features the deleted scene as an extra.The ditty was the first song written for the sequel. The new song features Gad's Olaf singing style, playing harpsichord (羽管键琴) accompaniment. The instrument was requested by directors for comedic reasons. The harpsichord arrangement made it funny and different. The filmmakers originally wanted “Unmeltable Me”to explain an important story point –why Olaf no longer needed the magical “flurry”cloud Elsa had created at the end of "Frozen" to keep the snowman from melting in warm weather.Creating the flurry effect was so difficult for the animators that the directors decided Elsa would have perfected a permafrost coating for Olaf by the second movie. The scene features Olaf doing just about everything to show off his new permafrost coating, from sticking a lit candle into his head to placing his head in a Sterno-heated buffet tray.Olaf's audience in the scene is a group of dignitaries who have traveled to Arendelle from around the world to meet the powerful Elsa at a state dinner. Elsa and Anna are held up, so Olaf fills time entertaining the assembled guests with the song. Sadly, “Unmeltable Me”was cut before it could be fully animated.Gad’s Olaf still received his big song in “Frozen 2”singing “When IAm Older”happily.“Unmeltable Me' is definitely fun, but that’s show business,”says Lopez, who especially loves how Olaf ends the song on an unusual high note.1. What can we learn from the song “Unmeltable Me”in the first paragraph?A. The song “Unmeltable Me”was sung by Elsa.B. The song can make this movie into a animated hit.C. The song was created for the movie.D. The song was recorded in the movie at last.2. What does the underlined word “revealed”in Paragraph 1 probably mean?A. Show.B. Hide.C. Create.D. Delete.3. What is the purpose of using permafrost coating?A. To entertain the audience.B. To prevent Olaf from melting.C. To make the movie funny.D. To explain show business.4. What can we know from the passage?A. This movie is directed by Josh Gad.B. Olaf likes his new permafrost coating.C. Josh Gad’s attitude is passive because his song was cut from the movie.D. The scene of the song is not mentioned in the article.BGoogle’s Search Engine Can Recommend Your Favorite Shows and MoviesGoogle wants to help smartphone users find new (and old) favorite TV shows and movies to watch.The Mountain View, Calif.-based tech giant announced an update on Thursday for its search engine on mobile, which will serve U.S. users with personalized TV and film recommendations across different streaming services.Here’s how to get started: Mobile users who visit or Google’s search app simply have to type in a phrase including “what to watch”or “good shows to watch.”Google then serves up the names of TV shows and film titles across different genres, from somewhat older titles, like Desperate Housewives and Buffy the Vampire Slayer to more recent releases, including Disney’s live-action Aladdin and Avengers: Endgame. Then, Tinder style, users will swipe to “Like”or“Dislike”them.Once that’s done, users pick which streaming services they subscribe to, including Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and others, and the search engine will serve up recommendations based on their tastes.Google’s latest update may seem minor, but it’s welcome in an age when consumers are inundated with①streaming services, each with thousands of titles to watch.It’s also incredibly timely. Over the next 12 months, consumers will find themselves wading through②loads of new options for streaming service subscriptions and content.Apple is expected to debut its long-awaited Apple TV+ service this fall, with at least 34original series and five movies, including The Morning Show, a drama starring Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carell, and Dickinson, a comedic take on Poet Emily Dickinson’s Life, starring True Grit star Hailee Steinfeld.Disney, meanwhile, plans on rolling out Disney Plus on Nov. 12 for $6.99 a month, or $12.99as part of a larger bundle that includes Hulu and ESPN+. The Burbank, Calif.-based entertainment giant has been more forthcoming about its service in more recent months, promising a day one launch featuring more than 300 available movies and 7,500 TV episodes. Original shows in the works include the live-action Star Wars spin-off③The Mandalorian, a Star Wars Obi Wan Kenobi series with Ewan McGregor, and a revival of the teen sitcom Lizzie McGuire, starring Hilary Duff.CThe CDC defines an epidemic as “an increase, often sudden, in the number of cases of a disease above what is normally expected in that population in that area.”The official definition of a pandemic is “an outbreak of disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an high proportion of the population,”according to Merriam-Webster. In other words, a serious and sudden outbreak of disease would start out as an epidemic, but some may then escalate to pandemic once the disease has spread across countries or continents.The first major flu-related pandemic was the Russian Flu, which traveled around the world inthe late 1800s. An outbreak of the Spanish Flu followed roughly 20 years later. The mostwell-known pandemic in recent modern history was HIV which was first identified in the early 1980s. Famous epidemics in U.S. history include the spread of smallpox (天花) in the 1600s, scarlet fever in the 1800s, polio throughout a big chunk of the early to mid–20th century, and several waves of measles outbreaks. These outbreaks didn’t reach pandemic level because they occurred within one country or a region of it. Despite the differences between an epidemic and a pandemic, the fact of the matter is that you can get very sick from either one—and the effects can be devastating to entire communities.Many countries have devised pandemic plans that help officials respond quickly when an outbreak occurs. Often, the focus is on mitigation —containing the outbreak through quarantine and immediate treatment —and deploying critical resources to affected populations. In the United States, the CDC has developed a national pandemic influenza plan that outlines the response plan for flu-related illnesses. One element of the plan is “community mitigation,”or trying to keep the illness contained to a limited area. Recommended strategies include frequent hand washing, sanitizing surfaces and electronic gadgets that are used often, diligent cleaning procedures, and staying home when you feel sick.1. Which one can replace the underlined word in the third paragraph?A. Keeping cleaning.B. Reducing seriousness.C. Receiving treatment.D. Working voluntarily.2. Which is NOT the actual case of pandemic?A. Russian Flu.B. HIV.C. Spanish Flu.D. Smallpox.3. What can we know about pandemic and epidemic according to the passage?A.An epidemic will become a pandemic if it is not controlled in time.B. They both don’t result in too serious health issues.C. Pandemic is occurred in a smaller area compared to epidemic.D. They both don’t lead to devastating effects on many countries.4. What measures can people take to cut the transmission of pandemic?A. Believe in yourself and keep a good mentality.B. Stay at home and isolate yourself when you feel sick.C. Take medicine without consulting or going to professional hospitals.D. Clean your hands or electronic gadgets once in a while.DGEF announces new investment in Central America's blue economyAt the Our Ocean conference in Oslo, the head of the Global Environment Facility announced a $6.8 million contribution from the GEF Trust Fund to help seven countries across Central America jointly①assess opportunities and challenges from the blue economy along their Pacific coasts. The financing will help Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico,and Panama analyze and develop action plans to work together on coastal and marine ecosystems, along the lines of transboundary (跨界) initiatives②the GEF has supported elsewhere in Latin America through its International Waters work program.“We strongly support this science-based effort to identify threats and opportunities for Central America’s Pacific coastal areas, and see it as a model that can be replicated③in other regions,”said Naoko Ishii, GEF CEO and Chairperson. “It is essential that we jointly sustain④healthy coastal and marine ecosystems in support of economic and environmental goals including the preservation of biodiversity. We are pleased to support this effort to inform policy priority-setting and encourage collaboration where it is urgently needed.”The GEF’s International Waters work program brings together 156 developing countries and24 donor⑤countries to jointly manage transboundary water resources and support a sustainable blue economy. GEF-supported projects in this area aim to increase coordination between sectors ⑥such as tourism, renewable energy production, fisheries, aquaculture (水产养殖), and coastaldevelopment in pursuit of economic and environmental goals.The new Central American project, to be enforced by the UN Development Program (UNDP),is designed to help assess the socioeconomic and ecological opportunities and challenges related to the blue economy, which stretch beyond national borders. It will include scientific analysis of pollution, degradation⑦of coastal and marine habitats, fisheries activity, and climate change in the area, and set out strategies to jointly address these challenges.The GEF has previously supported similar collaborative efforts in 23 large marine ecosystems worldwide, including the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and the Humboldt Current.Lessons from those projects, as well as GEF initiatives in East Asia and other coastal areas, inform the design of the new venture.In addition to the blue economy, GEF International Waters financing also supports conservation and sustainability on the high seas and enhancing security of freshwater ecosystems such as shared groundwater and lakes and river basins. Countries participating in GEF projects have negotiated and agreed on numerous regional cooperation frameworks, treaties, and protocols.EHere’s what happens to your mouth, teeth, and gums –beyond stinky morning breath –when you miss recommended brushings. Think of your toothbrush, floss, and mouth rinse (漱口水) as the good guys of oral health care. The bad guys are bacteria. “Bacteria thrive on food left on or in between teeth, and it grows at lightning speed,”says Lee Gause from Smile Design Manhattan in New York. “If you only brush once a day, bacteria build up in the mouth and lead to bad breath, tooth decay, and gum disease.”Of course, bad breath is just a minor misdemeanor compared to the real crime of what happens when you don’t brush your teeth twice a day.What happens when you don’t brush your teeth? Picture millions of bacteria trespassing on your teeth and gums. Whenever you eat foods or drinks with sugar in them, it leaves a sticky film of bacteria, called plaque. The bacteria in plaque creates acids that attack tooth enamel (牙釉质), and eventually the enamel breaks down, causing a little hole in the tooth.It doesn’t stop there. The bad guys of bacteria are a hardy bunch. “Brushing alone misses 75 percent of your mouth, leaving millions of germs behind,”says Gause. A three-step defense will protect your teeth and gums. “I recommend brushing, flossing, and swishing with mouth rinse twice a day.”Flossing helps remove food particles, but Gause says mouth rinse can help clear out hard to reach areas and penetrate plaque to break down its structure.Besides, brushing your teeth just once a day can lead to other serious problems, including gingivitis (牙龈炎), the milder form of periodontal (牙周的) disease. It causes havoc on your gums, leaving them red and swollen, not to mention the bleeding that you may see when you spit during brushing. With good behavior it is reversible.Stick with Dr. Gause’s advice that “brushing, flossing, and rinsing should be a part of every morning and evening routine.”1. What can cause bad breath according to the passage?A. Staying up too late at night.B. Not using floss or mouth rinse.C. Brushing teeth only once a day.D. Eating foods with sugar for breakfast.2. Which is the RIGHT process of causing little holes in the tooth?A. Eating food –leaving plaque –creating acids –attacking tooth enamel.B. Leaving plaque –eating food –attacking tooth enamel –creating acids.C. Creating acids –leaving plaque–eating food –attacking tooth enamel.D.Attacking tooth enamel –creating acid –eating food –leaving plaque.3. What can help clear out the areas in the mouth that are hard to reach?A. Brushing.B. Flossing.C. Rinsing.D. Drinking.4. What’s the purpose of the passage?A. To tell readers how to protect their teeth.B. To advise readers how to brush teeth correctly.C. To tell readers that bacteria are harmful to teeth.D. To tell readers that they should brush teeth twice a day.A【答案】1-4 CABB【解析】本文是一篇涵盖热点新闻的记叙文，讲述了冰雪奇缘第二部中插曲“Unmeltable Me”以及电影制作背后的故事。

新高考英语时文阅读高三专版特训（含答案解析及原文翻译）AThe life of FM-2030, a transhumanist (超人文主义者) who believed humans will be able to end natural death in the future using technology, is explored in a new documentary. The film, titled‘2030’, was released late last month and is available across multiple streaming platforms. It was made by British filmmaker Johnny Boston who interviewed a range of FM-2030’s acquaintances and scientific experts.Transhumanists believe humans can and should use emerging future technology to greatly enhance their natural abilities. These technologies could include robotics, AI, gene therapy preventing the ageing process. This could radically change what it means to be a member of our species.FM-2030 was born in Brussels in 1930 named Fereidoun M. Esfandiary. The son of an Iranian diplomat, he later changed his legal name to mark his belief that by 2030 we will be ageless and everyone will have an excellent chance to live forever.FM-2030 wrote a number of books around life extension and transhumanist topics, and is widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of the modern transhumanist movement. After his death in 2000, FM-2030’s body was placed in cryonic suspension in Arizona.Mr Boston commented: “I met FM-2030 and that was his legal name when I was about 11 or12 years old. He’d come to London with his partner at the time and they stayed with us. This was in the early 80s when he had these really off the wall ideas that we were going to live on indefinitely and that there was going to be a much more progressive politics. He talked about we were going to communicate brain to brain. There was going to be a machine that you could put in various characteristics and it was going to print stuff.”Mr Boston went on to produce a number of videos outlining FM-2030’s ideas. He did a seriesof films called the future of democracy that came out of talks that FM had done. He said,“FM really talks about what the future holds in terms of how we govern ourselves. He thinks we’ve got to useAI.”1. What will happen in the future according to transhumanists?A. Humans will die in a natural state.B. Humans’life span will remain limited.C. Humans will not need language any longer.D. Humans’abilities will be largely improved by technologies.2. Why did Fereidoun M. Esfandiary change his name to FM-2030?A. Because his father forced him to do so.B. Because he didn’t like his former name at all.C. Because he wanted to flag his transhumanist faith.D. Because he thought human would end natural death in 2030.3. What does the underlined phrase “off the wall”in Paragraph 5 mean?A. Dull.B.Ambiguous.C. Ridiculous.D. Upset.4. Which can be the best title for the passage?A. The Uncertain Future.B. The Film Called 2030.C. The Ideas of Transhumanists.D. FM-2030—ATranshumanistBPrepare for Water Day ZeroEarlier this year ominous①headlines blared that Cape Town, South Africa, was headed for Day Zero—the date when the city's taps would go dry because its reservoirs②would become dangerously low on water. That day—originally expected in mid-April-has been postponed until at least 2019 as of this writing, thanks to water rationing③and a welcome rainy season. But the conditions that led to this desperate situation will inevitably occur again, hitting cities all over the planet.As the climate warms, extreme droughts and vanishing④water supplies will likely become more common. But even without the added impact of climate change, normal rainfall variation plays an enormous role in year-to-year water availability. These ordinary patterns now have extraordinary effects because urban populations have had a tremendous growth spurt⑤: by 2050 the United Nations projects that two thirds of the world's people will live in cities. Urban planners and engineers need to learn from past rainfall variability to improve their predictions and take future demand into account to build more resilient infrastructure.How did Cape Town get into a Day Zero situation? The city gets its water from six reservoirs in Western Cape Province, which usually fill up during the rainy season, from May through August. But since 2015 the region has been suffering from the worst drought in a century, and the water in those reservoirs dwindled⑥dangerously. Compounding the problem, Cape Town's population has grown substantially, increasing demand. The city actually did a pretty good job of keeping demand low by reducing leaks in the system, a major cause of water waste, and has even won awards for its conservation policies. But the government of South Africa was slow to declare a national disaster in the areas hit hardest by the drought, paving the way for the recent crisis. Cape Town is not alone. Since 2014 southeastern Brazil has been suffering its worst water shortage in 80 years, resulting from decreased rainfall, climate change, poor water management, deforestation and other factors. And many cities in India do not have access to municipal water for more than a few hours a day, if at all. For example, the city of Shimla ran out of drinking water in May, prompting⑦locals to beg tourists to stay away from the popular Himalayan summer retreat.The water infrastructure in many Indian cities is old and leaky, but city governments have not repaired it. Municipalities have, however, given free electricity to farmers for irrigation, depleting local groundwater stocks.In the U.S, the situation is somewhat better, but many urban centers still face water problems. California's recent multiyear drought led to some of the state's driest years on record. Fortunately, about half of the state's urban water usage is for landscaping, so it was able to cut back on that fairly easily. But cities that use most of their water for more essential uses, such as drinking water, may not be so adaptable. In addition to the problems that drought, climate change and population growth bring, some cities face threats of contamination ⑧; crises such as the one in Flint, Mich., arose because the city changed the source of its water, causing lead to leach into it from pipes. If other cities are forced to change their water suppliers, they could face similar woes. Fortunately, steps can be taken to avoid urban water crises. In general, a "portfolio approach"that relies on multiple water sources is probably most effective. Cape Town has already begun implementing a number of water-augmentation projects, including tapping groundwater andbuilding water-recycling plants. Many other cities will need to repair existing water infrastructure to cut down on leakage.Metropolitan leaders should be thinking about meeting long-term needs rather than just about daily requirements. Good organization and financial responsibility are equally critical. And planning efforts should include diverse stakeholders from the community. One major challenge is providing services to informal areas, which develop at random, without any government foresight.Such regions often lack basic resources—a well-planned water supply among them.The global community has an opportunity right now to take action to prevent a series of Day Zero crises. If we don't act, many cities may soon face a time when there isn't a drop to drink.CSupermoon observers are in for a treat tonight when March's Worm Moon arrives in the skies. Stargazers are in for a treat as they may be able to spot the Moon looking bigger and brighter with the naked eye.The term ‘Supermoon’was coined by the astrologer Richard Nolle in 1979 and refers to either a New or Full Moon that occurs when the Moon is within 90 percent of perigee (近地点).Full Moons occur when the Moon is on the opposite side of Earth to the Sun. This results in the surface of Earth’s natural satellite being fully illuminated (照亮). Supermoons occur when a Full Moon reaches the perigee —the point in the orbit of the Moon when it is closest to the Earth. The opposite of the perigee is the apogee —when the Moon reaches this point where it is thought to look much smaller than usual.Dr Daniel Brown, an astronomy expert at Nottingham Trent University, has revealed there is in reality little to distinguish them from a “normal”Full Moon.He added: “A Supermoon is usually defined as the largest full moon possible. Either way, this Full Moon is occurring when the Moon is a little bit closer to Earth than it is during other full moons. This is a time when many become excited and want to observe the Moon themselves, particularly as the moon rises and sets, which offers fantastic photographic opportunities.”However, in reality supermoons are never huge at all so don’t get fooled in thinking that you can see it being larger than usual. Supermoons appear only 14 percent larger than the smallest possible moon. The so-called ‘Moon illusion’will make the moon appear much larger than it really is, when it is close to the horizon, but that happens for any full moon or moon phase you observe.In a typical year, there can be three or four Full Supermoons in a row. Those who miss out on today’s event should not worry as two more Super Moons will appear later in the year.1. People can observe the Supermoon when .A. a Full Moon exactly reaches the apogeeB. the Moon reaches the side of the SunC. a Full Moon almost reaches the perigeeD. the Earth’s surface is being fully lighted2. What do we know about the Supermoon?A. It becomes actually much larger than usual.B. It provides valuable opportunities to take photos.C. It is easy to tell the Supermoon from a common Full Moon.D. There is only one chance to observe the Supermoon this year.3. What does the underlined word “illusion”in Paragraph 5 mean?A. Fantasy.B. Beauty.C. Appearance.D. Observation.4. Where can you find the text?A. In a travel brochure.B. From a science fiction.C. In a science magazine.D. In a research paper.DThese 3D PortraitsAre Created from Strangers’DNAWherever you go, you leave behind a little bit of yourself: hair, skin flakes①, your saliva ②on a coffee cup or cigarette and so on. How much information do these traces hold? What if it was possible to recreate your likeness based on the DNA you leave behind?Artist Heather Dewey-Hagborg has been exploring these ideas through her piece Stranger Visions. In 2012, she collected chewing gum③, cigarette butts ④and other discarded⑤items from public places in New York City, and used these create a series of 3D portraits based on the DNA from these found objects.“I was very lucky that the world's first community biology lab had just opened up down the street from me in Brooklyn,”says Dewey-Hagborg. “It’s called Genspace, and I took a crash course there with Ellen Jorgensen and learned the basics [of DNAanalysis].”With help from Genspace, she learned how to isolate DNA from the items she picked up, and amplify certain parts of it using the same type of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) process that forensic⑥scientists use to find a match between a suspect and crime scene evidence. In that situation, they would focus on regions of DNA that are usually different between people, and compare them to see if they’re the same.But creating a likeness of someone’s face based on segments of found DNA is not nearly as straightforward⑦. Dewey-Hagborg used PCR to amplify certain regions of the DNA that are associated with visible traits, such as eye color or nose size, for example. She would send these samples to a lab to read the DNA sequence⑧－the order of As, Cs, Gs and Ts that make up the genetic code－and then look up which trait was associated with that particular genetic variant.“I started making this very basic list of these kinds of associations with what are called SNPs, single nucleotide polymorphisms, drawing on resources like 23andMe and a site called SNPedia, which is like Wikipedia for SNPs.”From there, Dewey-Hagborg used a mathematical model of the face that she could edit using software to represent the facial characteristics suggested by the DNA sample. That then formed the basis for the 3-D printed, life-sized model of the face.EJigsaw puzzles aren’t just fun. They can also relieve anxiety, especially when you put them together, well, together.While out shopping for Christmas presents in 2018, I bought myself a jigsaw puzzle on a whim. It was an unusual buy, one that I now recognize as an attempt at dealing with that particular stress many of us experience during the holidays. Don’t get me wrong —I love seeing my family.But holiday get-togethers have a way of putting any personal shortcomings at centre stage. This cheery pink puzzle had everything I felt I needed to distract myself in one box. And at $20, the price was right. Why not?Robyn Breen, a dance instructor at Misfitstudio in Toronto, Canada, knows the feeling. At a family gathering years ago, Breen was reintroduced to puzzles and fell in love with its soothing effect. “Ithought, Whoa, I feel really good when I’m doing this. I feel really chill,”she recalls.Breen suffers from anxiety, and when she was having worrisome thoughts about an upcoming trip to Nicaragua, she turned to puzzling instead of prescription medication.Susan Vandermorris is a clinical neuropsychologist at Toronto’s Baycrest Health Sciences, a global leader in brain health and aging research. Any type of puzzle is good for the brain and points to the stress-relieving benefits of jigsaws, in particular, she says. “If you’re doing a puzzle, you are disconnected and engaged in a task that’s immersive, away from the interruptions and stresses of day-to-day life,”she explains. “And that, of course, is good for your brain.”Vandermorris believes that doing puzzles with others boasts even more health benefits than doing them on your own, adding that it provides a rare opportunity for intergenerational engagement. “Get the teenagers off their smartphones and working on a puzzle with Grandma, and suddenly you’ve got a really nice family interaction that seems to be harder and harder to come by these days,”she adds.1. What is the advantage of jigsaw puzzles for the author?A. They can kill time.B. They can bond family together.C. They can divert one’s attention.D. They can expose personal shortcomings2. Why did Robyn Breen choose jigsaw puzzles instead of prescription drugs?A. Because he thought the medicine had side effects.B. Because he felt the jigsaw puzzles were more comforting.C. Because he didn't have enough money to buy drugs.D. Because he felt chill when taking medicine.3. Why are jigsaw puzzles good for brain according to Susan Vandermorris?A. Because you can be away from the interruptions and stresses.B. Because you can be disconnected from your friends.C. Because you can engage in a tough task.D. Because jigsaw puzzle is a game played by one person.4. What can we infer from the last sentence in the last paragraph?A. People have few opportunities to interact with their family.B. Doing puzzles on your own can also bring some benefits.C. It’s very hard to have a nice family communication because of mobile phones.D. People need to do jigsaw puzzles everyday so that they can have a nice family interaction.A【答案】1~4 DCCD【解析】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了FM-2030 的一生以及他的超人类主义理念。

新高考高二英语时文阅读专版特训（含原文翻译及经典解析）AMy parents and I lived upstairs over my aged and infirm paternal grandparents. All of ushelped make the grandparents’day-to-day lives as comfortable as possible. But Granny was gradually going blind and Gramps suffered from the effects of two strokes (中风).Granny’s mind was sharp. It was my job to help her with the daily newspaper’s crossword puzzle. It made no difference if I had studying or a date. I so often think of the fall when Granny got the chance to “be useful again.”Her niece had leased one of those lunch stands on the fairgrounds and she and her daughter would be staying in town during the week-long fair. Though Gran’s relatives would have little time to rest, they would need a place to stay. There was no spare room; what to do?Granny stumbled around, thinking all the help she could get, and before long the attached woodshed had been made into comfortable sleeping quarters for the two women. Granny would take in a few dollars for “putting up”her relatives, but the best was yet to come! Within a day or two, the two women got behind at the lunch stand, finding that simple sandwiches sold like hotcakes. Since they opened early, the fair employees themselves bought their breakfasts there, keeping the two women overly occupied.Near sightless she may have been, but Granny could do her part. I can see her now, standingfor hours with sandwich fixings and several varieties of bread neatly arranged on the clean table before her. After this week of hustle and bustle was over, Granny stated emphatically, “That was the best week I’ve had in years!”The lesson that memory brings back to me is that we all long for a chance to be “useful”, appreciated, and helpful as well. No matter what our circumstances, there’s usually a way to contribute and, as a reward, strengthen our self-images!1. What can we know from the passage?A. Granny was too old to be “useful”.B. Granny couldn’t see anything finally.C. The author’s grandparents were in bad health.D. Gramps enjoyed being busy at the lunch stand.2. What does the underlined phase “putting up”mean in paragraph 4?A.Accommodating.B. Cheating.C. EarningD. Building3. Why did Granny think it was the best week she had had in years?A. Because she found her value again in life.B. Because she made no difference to others.C. Because she had a chance to make money.D. Because she helped her husband’s relatives.4. What’s the author’s attitude towards Granny’s thought about being useful again?A. Indifferent.B. Negative.C. Positive.D. Not mentioned.【答案】1~4 CAAC【解析】】本文是一篇记叙文，通过记叙年迈的奶奶在自己的生活中不断寻找机会来实现自己的社会价值的例子，告诉我们：任何人，只要你愿意，都会有为社会做贡献，让自己被需要，被认可的机会。

新高考英语时文阅读高三专版（含答案解析与原文翻译）AI was already a hand washer. And since the spread of coronavirus, it’s been kicked into overdrive. I don’t consider myself panicked about COVID-19, although I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t concerned. I live in an enormous city, packed with people, including countless travelers, and I understand how easily a contagious virus spreads. And hand washing may help us to keep it like that. The hard part has to do with the duration. “Scrub your hands for 20 seconds,”the CDC website warns. “Need a timer? Hum the ‘Happy Birthday’song from beginning to end twice.”The turning point came with a slight, unconscious tweak on the lyrics. After a few days, I added three words to the routine: “And many more.”That’s the way we do “Happy Birthday”in my family. These days, of course, those habitual words have particular resonance. What I am doing, after all, when I add “and many more”is making a plea: Let us stay safe and alive. “Its meaning,”writes Rodriguez, “is something like I pray it may be so.”I am an adult, aware of random chance and uncertainty. I’ve come to recognize that insecurity, chaos even, is the way of the world. In the face of an epidemic stretching toward a pandemic, I have one eye on living as if there will be no exceptional disruptions, and the other on preparing for catastrophe. What I’m saying is that I do not generally rely on magical thinking.Now I am consciously singing “and many more”when I fulfill the CDC’s instructions about how to wash my hands. I offer it to you as well, this coping mechanism, this precaution, this projection of a happy ending, which is, of course, a whisper of faith, not in divine intervention (神的干预) but in our ability to care for one another and ourselves.1. What is the attitude of the author toward the COVID-19?A. Panic.B. Concerned.C. Happy.D. Pessimistic.2. How long does it take to sing the ‘Happy Birthday’song once?A. 10s.B. 20s.C. 30s.D. 40s.3. What is the meaning of the added “and many more”these days?A. The author wants to sing the song in a creative way.B. The author blesses herself happy birthday.C. The author is to pray to be safe and live well.D. The author is showing off her great voice.4. Which of the following can be used to describe the author?A. Being full of magical thinking.B. Being ignorant.C. Being insightful and optimistic.D. Being a good singer.【答案】BACC【解析】本文是一篇记叙文，作者介绍了自己独特的洗手方法，以及疫情期间的感想，并鼓励人们也采用同样的方式洗手。

新高考英语时文阅读高二年级专版（含答案解析及原文翻译）ASwitch up the mealtime routine with lamb, a delicious, healthy alternative to chicken or beef.We ustralians love lamb. Relatively easy to cook, lamb is succulent and moist when prepared properly and marries well with different flavors and fresh produce. And lamb can really hold its own with spices. While rosemary is a classic seasoning for lamb, oregano and the Moroccan spice harissa are equally great counterparts to pair with different cuts.When shopping for lamb, look at the color of the meat, which should be rosy. Avoid any cutswith a brownish tinge. The fat should be creamy white and firm and dry to the touch. It is important to buy the cut suitable for the recipe you have in mind.During preparation, grilling, broiling, and roasting meat tends to reduce fat; frying anythingis less healthy. Overcooking is the most fatal mistake home chefs make. Dry meat is a buzzkill. Break out your meat thermometer —the perfect temperature for medium rare doneness is 130F.Always allow the meat to rest after cooking and before serving —30 minutes for a leg of lamb; those precious juices keep the meat moist.I balance the richness of lamb with fresh seasonal vegetables like fresh peas or a side salad. Roasted Leg of Lamb Encased in Rosemary makes a great presentation at a holiday or dinner party.Simple and light,Arugula and Shallot Salad is the perfect companion to roasted lamb.Roasted Leg of Lamb Encased in Rosemary(Makes 10 servings)●20 large branches fresh long-stemmed rosemary●1 4 ½-pound semi-boneless leg of lamb (hip bone removed)●2 tablespoons olive oil, divided●4 garlic cloves, finely chopped●2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest●9 24-inch-long strands of kitchen twineFresh Mint Sauce:●1 cup (not packed) fresh mint leaves●1/2 cup red wine vinegar●1/2 cup water●2 tablespoons raw sugar1. What shouldn’t fresh lamb look like?A. The color of the meat should be rosy.B. The fat should be creamy white.C. The fat should be firm and dry to the touch.D. Its cuts should be with a brownish tinge.2. What mistakes professional chefs usually don't make?A. Broiling lamb.B. Overcooking lamb.C. Grilling lamb.D. Frying lamb.3. What kind of food does the author usually use to balance the richness of mutton?A. Dessert.B. Fresh meat.C. Pepper.D. Vegetables or salad.4. Where is this passage most likely from?A. Adairy.B.Aguidebook.C.A novel.D.Amagazine.【答案】1~4 DBDB【解析】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了做迷迭香烤羊腿所应做的准备。

新高考高三英语时文阅读专练（含答案解析）AThe world is warming swiftly. The last decade (2010-2019) was the hottest ever recorded, while Europe saw its hottest year in 2019, according to Climate Change Service. This has made a difference to Earth’s regional ecosystems, not least of all, on its usually-frozen poles. In 2019, the sea ice cap in the Arctic shrank to 1.6 million square miles, down from 2.44 million square miles in 2010—with no sign that it will rebound, says NASA’s Earth Observatory. This has changed weather patterns and sea levels, and it has had devastating（毁灭性的）effects on wildlife, including polar bears.Polar bears rely on sea ice in order to raise their babies and hunt their food—mostly ring seals. Without it, and trapped on land, they’re going hungry and their numbers are falling off. As National Geographic reported in 2015, they’re getting “creative” to stay alive. One strategy noticed by a team of researchers in Svalbard, Norway was that bears managed to trap a species of dolphin they don’t usually eat, which swam into their habitat, ate some of it, then buried the rest in snow to eat later—a behavior these animals don’t normally exhibi t.Polar bears in the western Hudson Bay have been eating another alternate and highly unusual food source——snow geese eggs. While this may be a most welcome snack alternative in the absence of ring seals, it cannot maintain the bears long term.As is known to all, there is no doubt that polar bears are in great danger. Because the world is warming faster than their ability to keep pace. Additionally, every physical feature of a polar bear—from ice-gripping claws to thick warm coats—is designed for a life of extremely cold. And that white fur? In a non-white world, it stops acting as camouflage(伪装）. Unfortunately, in a world without ice, polar bears will most likely cease to exist.1.Why do the polar bears have to eat dolphins instead of ring seals?A.Because polar bears’ babies like dolphins best.B.Because dolphins are more delicious than ring seals.C.Because dolphins usually swim into their habitat.D.Because the weather pattern has changed and sea level has risen.2.According to the passage, what plays an important role in Arctic for polar bears?A.Physical featureB. White furC. Ice-grippingD. Ring seals.1.Where is the passage probably taken from?A.A fiction bookB. An ad websiteC. A science magazineD. A travel guide【答案】1~3 DAC【解析】本文为说明文，说明了全球变暖导致了北极的冰盖减少与海平面上升，北极熊面临的困境。

新高考高二英语时文阅读专练（含答案解析）ADisneyland Paris is on most families' bucket lists, and if you've been thinking of finally booking that dream trip then you may want to check out MagicBreaks' latest offer. The website is currently offering deposits from £29pp to Disneyland Paris, to help families spread the cost of their holiday .The £29pp deposits are valid on select travel dates between November 2020 and March 2021, and will also be dependent on your choice of hotel for your stay. The balance can be paid in instalment, and you'll need to have paid in full up to 12 weeks before you travel so it gives you plenty of time to spread the cost. You can already book the deals on the MagicBreaks website.But that's not all. To help make use of the budget a little further, MagicBreaks currently has getaways from £179pp which includes a two-night stay in a Disney hotel, three-day Disney Parks entry, a free half-board meal plan and €100 Disney Spending Money.Oh, and the offer also includes exclusive extras such as a free magical call from Mickey Mouse, a free Disney Activity Book, 15 per cent off soft drinks and dining at the Earl of Sandwich, and 20 per cent off dining at Planet Hollywood. The cheapest prices are based on two adults and two children under 12 sharing a Trapper Tribe Cabin at Disney's Davy Crockett Ranch in January 2021, but you can find more deals online here.If you can't quite make the deals work for you, that doesn't mean you can't go on a dream Disneyland holiday that won't break the bank. We've searched out the best Disneyland Paris deals whether you're after cheap day tickets or discounted packages. Thinking of incorporating it into a wider holiday? We've also searched out some of the best cheap hotels near the parks, to give you a helping hand.1.When is available if you want to use your deposits?A. March 2020B. September 2020C. February 2021D. November 20212.According to the passage, we can infer that______.A.We don’t have to pay in full.B.We can enjoy 20% off soft drinks in Disneyland Paris.C.We can get a free magical call from Mickey Mouse.D.We can only stay in Disney hotel.3.What is the main purpose of the passage?A.To show how convenient MagicBreaks is.B.To explain how wonderful the Disneyland Paris is.C.To introduce the Facebook & TwitterD.To attract visitors to have a holiday in Disneyland Paris.【答案】1~3 CCD【解析】本文为一篇应用文，介绍了MagicBreaks为Disneyland Paris做的广告。

新高考英语时文阅读高三专版〔含答案解析及全文翻译〕AThe life of FM -2030， a transhumanist 〔超人文主义者〕 who believed humans will be able to end natural death in the future using technology， is explored in a new documentary。

The film，titled ‘ 2030 ’ ， was released late last month and is available across multiple streaming platforms。

It was made by British filmmaker Johnny Boston who interviewed a range of FM-2030’ s acquaintances and scientific experts。

Transhumanists believe humans can and should use emerging future technology to greatly enhance their natural abilities。

These technologies could include robotics， AI， gene therapy preventing the ageing process。

This could radically change what it means to be a member of our species。

FM-2030 was born in Brussels in 1930 named Fereidoun M。

Esfandiary。

The son of an Iranian diplomat， he later changed his legal name to mark his belief that by 2030 we will be ageless and everyone will have an excellent chance to live forever。

山东新高考高二英语阅读理解专练（含答案精析）AWhen Anna left her car outside Oxford on January 10th, she had little reason to think that criminals would take an interest in the 12-year-old car. Yet the next afternoon a group of thieves were spotted sawing off its catalytic converter(转换器). Such incidents have become more frequent across Britain as prices for palladium and rhodium(铑), metals contained in the devices, have rocketed. The price of rhodium has risen by 63% in the first three weeks of January alone, to $9,850 per ounce, around six times that of gold.Demand from carmakers is surging. More than four-fifths of global demand for rhodium comes from the automotive industry. The metal, together with platinum and palladium, helps turn toxic gases in a vehicle’s exhaust system into less harmful substances before they leave the tailpipe. Facing stricter emissions regulations around the world, carmakers are taking even more of a shine to these metals.Although the price of palladium has reached a record high, that of platinum has stayed relatively stable. The contrast reflects a shift in production towards petrol and hybrid cars, which tend to use greater quantities of palladium in their converters.Rhodium is used in both petrol and diesel cars. That is because it is especially good at cleaning up nitrogen oxides(氮氧化物), says Roger Breuer, an analyst at an investment firm. Another reason why its price is sky-high is the tightness of its supply. More than four out of every five ounces of rhodium are mined in South Africa. According to an analysis by Stantec, a consulting firm, a mine in the Waterberg region of South Africa due to begin development this year will produce 63% palladium, 29% platinum, 6.5% gold and just 1.5% rhodium.Rhodium is expected to remain in high demand this year. BASF, a German chemicals giant, reckons that Chinese carmakers’ demand for the metal will increase by 40% in 2020. But because electric vehicles do not use catalytic converters, demand in the longer term is far from assured. Rhodium could quickly lose its sheen.1. Why did the thief have an interest in Anna’s old car?A. Because her car looked good.B. Because her car was parked outside a college.C. Because the price of rhodium surged.D. Because the demand of converter increased.2. Why do carmakers need metals like rhodium, platinum and palladium?A. Because these metals make the car valuable.B. Because these metals are convenient to get.C. Because the price of these metals is relatively low.D. Because these metals help clean car emission.3. What can we learn from Paragraph 3?A. Neither petrol cars nor diesel cars need rhodium.B. The price of rhodium is believed to be low.C. Rhodium is mostly produced in South Africa.D. Sufficient supply leads to the high price of rhodium.4. According to the passage, what do you think of the future price of rhodium?A. The price of rhodium will continue rising.B. The price of rhodium may decline.C. The price of rhodium will not change.D. There isn’t a clear clue in the passage.【答案】1～4 CDCB【解析】本文是一篇说明文，说明金属铑价格上涨的现象及原因。

新高考英语时文阅读高三专版（含答案解析与原文翻译）AI was already a hand washer. And since the spread of coronavirus, it’s been kicked into overdrive. I don’t consider myself panicked about COVID-19, although I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t concerned. I live in an enormous city, packed with people, including countless travelers, and I understand how easily a contagious virus spreads. And hand washing may help us to keep it like that. The hard part has to do with the duration. “Scrub your hands for 20 seconds,”the CDC website warns. “Need a timer? Hum the ‘Happy Birthday’song from beginning to end twice.”The turning point came with a slight, unconscious tweak on the lyrics. After a few days, I added three words to the routine: “And many more.”That’s the way we do “Happy Birthday”in my family. These days, of course, those habitual words have particular resonance. What I am doing, after all, when I add “and many more”is making a plea: Let us stay safe and alive. “Its meaning,”writes Rodriguez, “is something like I pray it may be so.”I am an adult, aware of random chance and uncertainty. I’ve come to recognize that insecurity, chaos even, is the way of the world. In the face of an epidemic stretching toward a pandemic, I have one eye on living as if there will be no exceptional disruptions, and the other on preparing for catastrophe. What I’m saying is that I do not generally rely on magical thinking.Now I am consciously singing “and many more”when I fulfill the CDC’s instructions about how to wash my hands. I offer it to you as well, this coping mechanism, this precaution, this projection of a happy ending, which is, of course, a whisper of faith, not in divine intervention (神的干预) but in our ability to care for one another and ourselves.1. What is the attitude of the author toward the COVID-19?A. Panic.B. Concerned.C. Happy.D. Pessimistic.2. How long does it take to sing the ‘Happy Birthday’song once?A. 10s.B. 20s.C. 30s.D. 40s.3. What is the meaning of the added “and many more”these days?A. The author wants to sing the song in a creative way.B. The author blesses herself happy birthday.C. The author is to pray to be safe and live well.D. The author is showing off her great voice.4. Which of the following can be used to describe the author?A. Being full of magical thinking.B. Being ignorant.C. Being insightful and optimistic.D. Being a good singer.【答案】BACC【解析】本文是一篇记叙文，作者介绍了自己独特的洗手方法，以及疫情期间的感想，并鼓励人们也采用同样的方式洗手。

新高考英语时文阅读高二特训（含答案解析及全文翻译）ACruise lines worldwide suspended sailings March 13 because of the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Now companies such as Carnival and Disney are pushing out their return dates and canceling more trips, meaning passengers can receive full refunds for the price of their trips. Those who want to take their chances and postpone —even though there’s no firm date when this pandemic will end —can choose to receive a credit for a future cruise. Just remember: If you choose a credit, you have given up your refund. Cruise companies want you to stick with them, and are offering extra perks and credits to keep you on board.Carnival CruisesOn Wednesday, Carnival Cruises announced it would suspend Alaska sailings through June30 and scrap all San Francisco cruises for the rest of the year. Typical five-day cruises along the California coast called at Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico, before returning to the Bay Area. The company also canceled cruises aboard Carnival Radiance (an upgrade of the Carnival Victory) through Nov. 1, and Carnival Legend, through Oct. 30. Carnival Legend typically sails from Seattle to Alaska in summer months.Passengers whose trips have been canceled may opt for a refund or a future cruise credit. Disney Cruise LineDisney Cruise Line on Monday extended its suspension for sailings departing in April. Passengers who had tickets on any of its four ships through April 28 may receive a refund or a cruise credit for a trip within 15 months of their original departure date, according to the company’s website.Disney also warned passengers about sailings aboard the Disney Wonder that are scheduled to resume April 29. The itinerary calls for a stop in Vancouver, Canada, but Canada has closed its ports at least through July 1.1. What can the passengers select if they want to cruise later?A. Refunds.B. Credits.C. Perks.D. Chances.2. Which of the following is NOT true according to paragraph 3?A.Alaska sailings will be delayed to June 30.B. San Francisco cruises will be put off for the rest of 2020.C. Carnival Radiance is canceled until Oct. 30.D. Carnival Legend usually sails from Seattle to Alaska during summer.3. What does the underlined phrase mean in Paragraph 5?A. Pay.B. Choose.C. Discover.D. Return.4. What can we know from the last part?A. Passengers will receive refunds beforeApril 28.B. Passengers will receive refunds within 10 months of original leaving date.C. The cruise credit is available beforeApril 28.D. The cruise credit is available within 15 months of passengers’original leaving date.【答案】1～4 BCBD【解析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了许多邮轮因新冠疫情被取消后，乘客如何获得退款或信用额度。

高二英语阅读理解(时文广告)专题训练答案含解析一、高中英语阅读理解时文广告类1．阅读理解Good education is expensive. Some countries today have proven that belief to be wrong, though. If you're dreaming of having your university education in a country outside your motherland, do not be afraid to apply to study in the below-listed countries, as every thing about your education can be achieved with little or nothing.GermanyAll the public universities in German do not ask for any education fees except administration fees which are quite affordable, no matter what your status. The English language is common in Germany and most of these universities teach with English so it will be easier to get along as an international student.NorwayWikipedia. orgWant to achieve your post-graduate degrees Even if you aim to achieve an undergraduate, Norway in a good option because you will not have to send a penny to anyone. This is possible because of the government's financing of the education from tax income. The only problem is that most of the top universities in the country teach with their mother tongue and as a foreigner, you have to familiarize with the language enough to pass a requited test.TurkeyTurkey discoverthepotential. comPublic universities, called ‘Devlet Universiteleri' in Turkish are totally free of tuition costs, After payment of an affordable basic fee, the rest is free absolutely. Some of these institutions each in English while some in French and German.ItalyItaly offers almost free education to international students. When you have to pay as little as ￡850 per year for quality education, then it is quite cheap. Besides, Italy has so much cultural heritage and history that students can learn about.（1）Which website can you visit if you tend to apply for a country free of charge?A.Kenznow.cmB.Wikipedia. orgD.Turkey discoverthepotential. com（2）Which country could be suitable for a Chine student skilled in French?A.GermanyB.Norway,C.Turkey.D.Italy.（3）whom is the passage intended for?A.International students on tight budget.B.Teachers encouraged to study abroad.C.Panels with adequate education funds.D.Native students with good performance.【答案】（1）B（2）C（3）A【解析】【分析】本文为一篇应用文，介绍了大学学费低的四个国家。

新高考高二英语时文阅读精练（含答案解析）AClimate protection and public health have striking similarities. The benefits of both can be enjoyed by everyone, even by individuals who do not contribute to the collective efforts to address these problems. If climate change slows down, both drivers of gas-guzzlers and electric cars will benefit — although the former did not help in climate efforts. Similarly, if the spread of Coronavirus is halted, individuals who refused to wash their hands, as well as the ones who washed them assiduously, will enjoy the restored normal life.Most countries have gotten their acts together, although behind time, on Coronavirus. Citizens also seem to be following the advice of public health officials. Could then the Coronavirus policy model be applied to climate change? We urge caution because these crises are different, which means that policies that worked well for Coronavirus might not be effective for climate change.Climate change is the defining crisis of our times. Floods, hurricanes, forest fires, and extreme weather events have become more frequent and severe over the years. Although climate change generates passionate discussions in big cities and university campuses, there is inadequate public call for immediate action. Some types of decarbonization policies are certainly in place. However, carbon-intensive lifestyles continue. This policy lethargy (无精打采) and behavioral inertia (惰性) are due to many reasons, including concerted opposition by the fossil fuel industry to deep decarbonization. But there are other reasons as well. Climate change is cumulative and does not have a quick onset. Its effects are not always immediate and visible. Many individuals probably do not see a clear link between their actions and the eventual outcome. This reduces the willingness to alter lifestyles and tolerate personal sacrifices for the collective good.In contrast, Coronavirus is forcing an immediate policy response and behavioral changes. Its causality is clear and its onset quick. Lives are at stake, especially in western countries. The stock markets are tanking, and the economy is heading towards a recession. Politicians recognize that waffling can lead to massive consequences, even in the short-term. Corona-skeptic President Trump has reversed course and declared a national emergency.1. What does the writer think climate protection and public health have in common?A. They can’t be influenced by what people do.B. They only benefit those who contribute to them.C. They usually punish those who do harm to them.D. They offer benefits to everyone whatever people do.2. Which word can take the place of the underlined word “assiduously”?A. Attentively.B. Absolutely.C. Abundantly.D. Alternatively.3. Why are people unwilling to change their carbon-intensive lifestyles?A. Because they think the climate is none of their business.B. Because they think what they do has no effect on the climate.C. Because they can’t see the quick result from what they do to the climate.D. Because they don’t clearly know how their lifestyles influence the climate.4. Which of the following does the author disagree with?A. President Trump had a skeptic attitude to coronavirus at first.B. Compared with climate change, coronavirus has a quick result.C. People are willing to change their lifestyles because of coronavirus.D. Many countries have responded to coronavirus quickly and effectively.【答案】1-4 DACD【解析】本文是说明文。

新高考英语时文阅读高二特训（含答案解析及全文翻译）新高考英语时文阅读高二特训（含答案解析及全文翻译）ACruise lines worldwide suspended sailings March 13 because of the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Now companies such as Carnival and Disney are pushing out their return dates and canceling more trips, meaning passengers can receive full refunds for the price of their trips. Those who want to take their chances and postpone —even though there’s no firm date when this pandemic will end —can choose to receive a credit for a future cruise. Just remember: If you choose a credit, you have given up your refund. Cruise companies want you to stick with them, and are offering extra perks and credits to keep you on board.Carnival CruisesOn Wednesday, Carnival Cruises announced it would suspend Alaska sailings through June30 and scrap all San Francisco cruises for the rest of the year. Typical five-day cruises along the California coast called at Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico, before returning to the Bay Area. The company also canceled cruises aboard Carnival Radiance (an upgrade of the Carnival Victory) through Nov. 1, and Carnival Legend, through Oct. 30. Carnival Legend typically sails from Seattle to Alaska in summer months.Passengers whose trips have been canceled may opt for a refund or a future cruise credit. Disney Cruise LineDisney Cruise Line on Monday extended its suspension for sailings departing in April. Passengers who had tickets on any of its four ships through April 28 may receive a refund or a cruisecredit for a trip within 15 months of their original departure date, according to the company’s website.Disney also warned passengers about sailings aboard the Disney Wonder that are scheduled to resume April 29. The itinerary calls for a stop in Vancouver, Canada, but Canada has closed its ports at least through July 1.1. What can the passengers select if they want to cruise later?A. Refunds.B. Credits.C. Perks.D. Chances.2. Which of the following is NOT true according to paragraph 3?A.Alaska sailings will be delayed to June 30.B. San Francisco cruises will be put off for the rest of 2020.C. Carnival Radiance is canceled until Oct. 30.D. Carnival Legend usually sails from Seattle to Alaska during summer.3. What does the underlined phrase mean in Paragraph 5?A. Pay.B. Choose.C. Discover.D. Return.4. What can we know from the last part?A. Passengers will receive refunds beforeApril 28.B. Passengers will receive refunds within 10 months of original leaving date.C. The cruise credit is available beforeApril 28.D. The cruise credit is available within 15 months of passengers’original leaving date.【答案】1～4 BCBD【解析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了许多邮轮因新冠疫情被取消后，乘客如何获得退款或信用额度。

新高考英语时文阅读精练（含中文翻译及答案解析）AThe new coronavirus (新冠病毒) is the third to have jumped from animals to humans in the 21st century. Here’s what we know about these modern viruses, how they have spread, and how public health systems have responded.A family of viruses that can also cause the common coldSARS, MERS, and Covid-19 are all infections caused by members of a group of viruses called coronaviruses. “Coronaviruses are a family of viruses which can cause a variety of diseases in humans and animals, typically illnesses related to breathing in humans,” explains S. Wesley Long. Three different coronaviruses cause up to a third of all cases of the common cold, he adds. Viruses that have never before been known to infect humans typically are more virulent, meaning they are more likely to make people sick. “When they make the jump to humans, our preexisting immunity (免疫力) is low,” explains Eric Cioe-Pena.Related but differentLike members of any extended family, MERS, SARS, and Covid-19 also have different personalities that affect how they behave in public. MERS had the highest death rate at about 35 percent, followed by SARS at 10 percent. So far, Covid-19 has the lowest death rate, currently estimated between 2 and 3 percent, says Dr. Long. But Covid-19 is transmitted between humans much more efficiently than either SARS or MERS, which helps explain why it has traveled so much faster than its two modern predecessors.What have we learned?Any new epidemic will disrupt public health systems, no matter how complicated. There are just too many unknowns. Covid-19 is moving so fast that public health officials are struggling to keep testing guidelines up to date. While researchers are making progress toward a vaccine (疫苗), we’re at least a year away from having one ready for public use. Some of the most basic strategies are still the most effective. Isolating sick patients at home, closing schools, and limiting travel can help slow the spread.1. What kind of disease can the coronavirus cause?A. Heart disease.B. Lung disease.C. Skin disease.D. Liver disease.2. What does the underlined word “virulent” mean?A. Deadly.B. Mild.C. Universal.D. Controllable.3. What is special about Covid-19?A. It can spread very quickly.B. Its death rate is the highest.C. It has the fewest infections.D. It is caused by coronavirus.4. What can we learn from the text?A. The vaccine can be put into use immediately.B. The virus will reduce the human body immunity.C. Human beings have a complete grasp of this virus.D. The three viruses have exactly the same characteristics.BThe Study Finding of Unused Drug DisposalAs of April 2019, 70% of the U.S. population now lives less than five miles from a permanent① drug disposal② collection site – however, most people are unaware of recommended disposal methods available within their communities or have not disposed of unused prescription③opioids in the past.In response to additional provisions④in legislation from 2018, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) was required to study proper disposal of unused pharmaceuticals⑤, particularly in relation to how patients dispose of unused prescription medications.In the study, the GAO found that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Drug Enforcement⑥Administration (DEA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) all recommend that patients dispose of unused prescription opioids by bringing them to DEA-registered collection sites or a DEA take back event. You can easily find registered⑦controlled substance public disposal locations using this resource from the U.S. Diversion Control Division.The GAO also recommended mail back methods as another solution for managing unwanted prescription drugs. For example, pre-paid medication envelopes can be distributed to patients and then discreetly⑧ shipped to an incineration⑨ location for proper disposal. Many of the solutions recommended in the study are services Stericycle Environmental Solutions already provides; our award-winning consumer drug take back solutions includes medication collection kiosks and Seal&Send medication mail back envelopes.If your local p harmacy, hospital or law enforcement office doesn’t have a year-round drug take back option available, mark the next Take Back Day (Oct. 26, 2019) on your calendar.CAs scientific meetings are cancelled worldwide, researchers are rethinking how they network—a move that should have done earlier. “At some point, we need to be having conversations about ‘What is the point of a conference now?’” says Sarah Hörst, a planetary (行星) scientist.Meeting spaces that are inaccessible (难以达到的) to some disabled scientists, health considerations, a lack of access to childcare and travel restrictions can all end up alienating (疏远) potential attendees from physical conferences. There’s a “large appetite” for alternative (可替代的) conference set-ups, says Divya Persaud, a planetary scientist. She and Eleanor Armstrong, a UCL sociologist of space science, have a grant from their university to hold an experimental virtual conference, called Space Science in Context, in May. The conference aims to improve accessibility. Participants will watch recorded talks ahead of time and then join in online conversations on the day of the conference. Persaud says that the response to plans for the meeting, which launched its save-the-date website last week, has been overwhelmingly positive. But she also points out that many of the adjustments that conferences are making — such as introducing virtual participation — are accommodations for which disabled scientists have been demanding loudly for years, and it’s a shame that it took a global health crisis to make them happen.Still, as conference organizers are finding out, making these changes — especially on short notice — is no easy thing. The European Geophysical Union (EGU) general conference is scheduled for 3–8 May in Vienna, and session leaders are making other plans in case it is cancelled. Those intending to participate in the Lunar and Planetary Science Conference this weekin The Woodlands, Texas, found that they are trying to come up with alternative solutions when that conference was cancelled on 4 March. “Most of the responses were just ‘Well, have the conference online,’” says Hörst.1.Which of the following is NOT a potential attendee?A.Scientists without visas.B.Scientists who are not feeling well.C.Scientists with physical disabilities.D.Scientists who don’t understand childcare.2.What is the public’s attitude towards online conference?A.Uncertain.B. Supportive.C. Disappointed.D. Dissatisfied.3. Why does the second paragraph take Space Science in Context as an example?A. To show that modern technology can realize conference online.B. To prove that virtual conferences can make more people involved.C. To praise the conference organizing ability of these two scientists.D. To emphasize that the previous physical meetings were unsuccessful.4. Where would this passage most probably appear?A. In a guidebook for tourists.B. In a weekly story magazine.C. In science channel of a website.D. On the front page of a newspaper.DThe New Dinner and a MovieDinner and a movie was a two-part affair. But increasingly, the two have merged into①a single experience, allowing moviegoers to get fries and a beer while they watch the latest superhero blockbuster②. Full-service theaters have become a Friday-night pastime as American as well, going to the movies.Dine-in cinemas are not altogether new. In the late 1980s, brothers Mike and Brian McMenamin opened one in Portland, Ore. A decade later, inspired by the McMenamins, Tim and Karrie League began pairing trendy beer with hits like The Craft at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin. But in recent years, the trend has expanded from niche to mainstream. There are now 29 Alamo locations nationwide, from Omaha to El Paso.Full-service theaters appeal to③ a broader, more regionally diverse customer base. At Movie Tavern in Roswell, Ga., for instance, you can order popcorn shrimp and a “Jumbo Jar” margarita while watching Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. AMC, the biggest U.S. movie-theater company, launched Dine-In, where meals can be ordered with the push of a button. IPic Theaters offers something akin④ to a first-class flying experience，minus the turbulence: leather reclining chairs and a menu developed by a James Beard Award-winning chef.The rise in full-service moviegoing coincides with⑤ declining ticket sales across the industry more broadly. North American movie attendance in 2017 plunged to⑥what appears to be a 27-year low. The downward tendency is the continuation of a 15-year trend. Between the glut⑦ of uninspired reboots hitting theaters, younger audiences choosing to consume content on their s martphones and the dramatic rise in the popularity of streaming, it’s no wonder⑧that theater owners are seeking creative ways to lure customers off their couches. It’s working: despite a 2% decline in movie attendance over four years, AMC Dine-In achieved 4% growth in just two.Full-service theaters are not without their detractors⑨. Some prefer to eat post-movie for a chance to discuss what they’ve just watched. And others want to eat before watching the movies. Many people find that they will be hungry i f they don’t eat anything before watching the movies. So it’s very hard for every person to enjoy it.But for those with the funds, the full-service theater offers reason enough to quit online movies.EHow big should a business team be? It is an enormously important issue for companies. Teams that are too small may lack the skills required to get the job done; teams that are too bigmay be impossible to co-ordinate.Startups are often short of staff. The founders must play a host of different roles, from obtaining finance to product development and marketing, for which they may not be equally suited. But the upside is that they can have highly collaborative working environments.People who have worked for startups say the culture changes when the company reaches a certain size. Patty McCord, formerly of Netflix, referred to the “stand-on-a-chair number”—the biggest group that can easily hear the boss address them.Robin Dunbar, an anthropologist at Oxford University, has done a lot of work on groups. His argument is that the size of the group is linked to the size of the brain. With their large brains, humans can cope with larger bands. A larger social group has many advantages, allowing for greater protection and specialization.Whereas 150 is sometimes referred to as the “Dunbar number” (邓巴数), the academic himself in fact refers to a range of figures. He observes that humans tend to have five intimate friends, 15 or so good friends, around 50 social friends and 150-odd acquaintances.Small work teams may also tend towards these two size ranges. “If you want a committee to decide something, limit it to four to five people,” says Mr Dunbar. “But to brainstorm in a meeting, you need 12-15.” Many companies use “agile” teams which draw employees from across the company; they tend to have between five and nine members.The modern company may settle on a model with a small group of “core” workers and a larger group of contract workers. The result may be more cohesion within the core staff but the non-core staff may be less well treated. The small core teams may work effectively. The big question will be the effect on morale of those outside those teams.1. What is the probable disadvantage of large company?A. Hard to co-ordinate.B. Lack of protection.C. Impossible to specialization.D. Less communication.2. What does “stand-on-a-chair number” mean in Paragraph 3?A. The number of people who stand on the chair.B. The largest group who can have a talk with boss easily.C. The fewest people that company should hire.D. The most members that company can manage efficiently.3. How many people does Mr Dunbar suggest to be in the group if the boss wants a brainstorm?A. 5.B. 14.C. 50.D. 150.4. What is the best title for the text?A. The Advantages of Big CompanyB. The Advantages of Small CompanyC. The Modern Company ModeD. The Best Number of Workers for CompanyA【答案】1-4 BAAB【解析】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了21世纪从动物传染给人类的三种病毒（SARS, MERS 和Covid-19）的相关知识。

新高考赢在阅读高二英语时文阅读专版（含原文翻译及答案解析）AJosh Gad's Olaf showed insanely hot skills singing "Unmeltable Me" for "Frozen II". But the hilarious (欢闹的) tune never made it into the animated hit: It was cut from the movie after his vocals were recorded and storyboards had been drawn up. The missing: “Unmeltable Me”is revealed now at , ahead of the home release of “Frozen II”, which features the deleted scene as an extra.The ditty was the first song written for the sequel. The new song features Gad's Olaf singing style, playing harpsichord (羽管键琴) accompaniment. The instrument was requested by directors for comedic reasons. The harpsichord arrangement made it funny and different. The filmmakers originally wanted “Unmeltable Me”to explain an important story point –why Olaf no longer needed the magical “flurry”cloud Elsa had created at the end of "Frozen" to keep the snowman from melting in warm weather.Creating the flurry effect was so difficult for the animators that the directors decided Elsa would have perfected a permafrost coating for Olaf by the second movie. The scene features Olaf doing just about everything to show off his new permafrost coating, from sticking a lit candle into his head to placing his head in a Sterno-heated buffet tray.Olaf's audience in the scene is a group of dignitaries who have traveled to Arendelle from around the world to meet the powerful Elsa at a state dinner. Elsa and Anna are held up, so Olaf fills time entertaining the assembled guests with the song. Sadly, “Unmeltable Me”was cut before it could be fully animated.Gad’s Olaf still received his big song in “Frozen 2”singing “When IAm Older”happily.“Unmeltable Me' is definitely fun, but that’s show business,”says Lopez, who especially loves how Olaf ends the song on an unusual high note.1. What can we learn from the song “Unmeltable Me”in the first paragraph?A. The song “Unmeltable Me”was sung by Elsa.B. The song can make this movie into a animated hit.C. The song was created for the movie.D. The song was recorded in the movie at last.2. What does the underlined word “revealed”in Paragraph 1 probably mean?A. Show.B. Hide.C. Create.D. Delete.3. What is the purpose of using permafrost coating?A. To entertain the audience.B. To prevent Olaf from melting.C. To make the movie funny.D. To explain show business.4. What can we know from the passage?A. This movie is directed by Josh Gad.B. Olaf likes his new permafrost coating.C. Josh Gad’s attitude is passive because his song was cut from the movie.D. The scene of the song is not mentioned in the article.BGoogle’s Search Engine Can Recommend Your Favorite Shows and MoviesGoogle wants to help smartphone users find new (and old) favorite TV shows and movies to watch.The Mountain View, Calif.-based tech giant announced an update on Thursday for its search engine on mobile, which will serve U.S. users with personalized TV and film recommendations across different streaming services.Here’s how to get started: Mobile users who visit or Google’s search app simply have to type in a phrase including “what to watch”or “good shows to watch.”Google then serves up the names of TV shows and film titles across different genres, from somewhat older titles, like Desperate Housewives and Buffy the Vampire Slayer to more recent releases, including Disney’s live-action Aladdin and Avengers: Endgame. Then, Tinder style, users will swipe to “Like”or“Dislike”them.Once that’s done, users pick which streaming services they subscribe to, including Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and others, and the search engine will serve up recommendations based on their tastes.Google’s latest update may seem minor, but it’s welcome in an age when consumers are inundated with①streaming services, each with thousands of titles to watch.It’s also incredibly timely. Over the next 12 months, consumers will find themselves wading through②loads of new options for streaming service subscriptions and content.Apple is expected to debut its long-awaited Apple TV+ service this fall, with at least 34original series and five movies, including The Morning Show, a drama starring Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carell, and Dickinson, a comedic take on Poet Emily Dickinson’s Life, starring True Grit star Hailee Steinfeld.Disney, meanwhile, plans on rolling out Disney Plus on Nov. 12 for $6.99 a month, or $12.99as part of a larger bundle that includes Hulu and ESPN+. The Burbank, Calif.-based entertainment giant has been more forthcoming about its service in more recent months, promising a day one launch featuring more than 300 available movies and 7,500 TV episodes. Original shows in the works include the live-action Star Wars spin-off③The Mandalorian, a Star Wars Obi Wan Kenobi series with Ewan McGregor, and a revival of the teen sitcom Lizzie McGuire, starring Hilary Duff.CThe CDC defines an epidemic as “an increase, often sudden, in the number of cases of a disease above what is normally expected in that population in that area.”The official definition of a pandemic is “an outbreak of disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an high proportion of the population,”according to Merriam-Webster. In other words, a serious and sudden outbreak of disease would start out as an epidemic, but some may then escalate to pandemic once the disease has spread across countries or continents.The first major flu-related pandemic was the Russian Flu, which traveled around the world inthe late 1800s. An outbreak of the Spanish Flu followed roughly 20 years later. The mostwell-known pandemic in recent modern history was HIV which was first identified in the early 1980s. Famous epidemics in U.S. history include the spread of smallpox (天花) in the 1600s, scarlet fever in the 1800s, polio throughout a big chunk of the early to mid–20th century, and several waves of measles outbreaks. These outbreaks didn’t reach pandemic level because they occurred within one country or a region of it. Despite the differences between an epidemic and a pandemic, the fact of the matter is that you can get very sick from either one—and the effects can be devastating to entire communities.Many countries have devised pandemic plans that help officials respond quickly when an outbreak occurs. Often, the focus is on mitigation —containing the outbreak through quarantine and immediate treatment —and deploying critical resources to affected populations. In the United States, the CDC has developed a national pandemic influenza plan that outlines the response plan for flu-related illnesses. One element of the plan is “community mitigation,”or trying to keep the illness contained to a limited area. Recommended strategies include frequent hand washing, sanitizing surfaces and electronic gadgets that are used often, diligent cleaning procedures, and staying home when you feel sick.1. Which one can replace the underlined word in the third paragraph?A. Keeping cleaning.B. Reducing seriousness.C. Receiving treatment.D. Working voluntarily.2. Which is NOT the actual case of pandemic?A. Russian Flu.B. HIV.C. Spanish Flu.D. Smallpox.3. What can we know about pandemic and epidemic according to the passage?A.An epidemic will become a pandemic if it is not controlled in time.B. They both don’t result in too serious health issues.C. Pandemic is occurred in a smaller area compared to epidemic.D. They both don’t lead to devastating effects on many countries.4. What measures can people take to cut the transmission of pandemic?A. Believe in yourself and keep a good mentality.B. Stay at home and isolate yourself when you feel sick.C. Take medicine without consulting or going to professional hospitals.D. Clean your hands or electronic gadgets once in a while.DGEF announces new investment in Central America's blue economyAt the Our Ocean conference in Oslo, the head of the Global Environment Facility announced a $6.8 million contribution from the GEF Trust Fund to help seven countries across Central America jointly①assess opportunities and challenges from the blue economy along their Pacific coasts. The financing will help Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico,and Panama analyze and develop action plans to work together on coastal and marine ecosystems, along the lines of transboundary (跨界) initiatives②the GEF has supported elsewhere in Latin America through its International Waters work program.“We strongly support this science-based effort to identify threats and opportunities for Central America’s Pacific coastal areas, and see it as a model that can be replicated③in other regions,”said Naoko Ishii, GEF CEO and Chairperson. “It is essential that we jointly sustain④healthy coastal and marine ecosystems in support of economic and environmental goals including the preservation of biodiversity. We are pleased to support this effort to inform policy priority-setting and encourage collaboration where it is urgently needed.”The GEF’s International Waters work program brings together 156 developing countries and24 donor⑤countries to jointly manage transboundary water resources and support a sustainable blue economy. GEF-supported projects in this area aim to increase coordination between sectors ⑥such as tourism, renewable energy production, fisheries, aquaculture (水产养殖), and coastaldevelopment in pursuit of economic and environmental goals.The new Central American project, to be enforced by the UN Development Program (UNDP),is designed to help assess the socioeconomic and ecological opportunities and challenges related to the blue economy, which stretch beyond national borders. It will include scientific analysis of pollution, degradation⑦of coastal and marine habitats, fisheries activity, and climate change in the area, and set out strategies to jointly address these challenges.The GEF has previously supported similar collaborative efforts in 23 large marine ecosystems worldwide, including the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and the Humboldt Current.Lessons from those projects, as well as GEF initiatives in East Asia and other coastal areas, inform the design of the new venture.In addition to the blue economy, GEF International Waters financing also supports conservation and sustainability on the high seas and enhancing security of freshwater ecosystems such as shared groundwater and lakes and river basins. Countries participating in GEF projects have negotiated and agreed on numerous regional cooperation frameworks, treaties, and protocols.EHere’s what happens to your mouth, teeth, and gums –beyond stinky morning breath –when you miss recommended brushings. Think of your toothbrush, floss, and mouth rinse (漱口水) as the good guys of oral health care. The bad guys are bacteria. “Bacteria thrive on food left on or in between teeth, and it grows at lightning speed,”says Lee Gause from Smile Design Manhattan in New York. “If you only brush once a day, bacteria build up in the mouth and lead to bad breath, tooth decay, and gum disease.”Of course, bad breath is just a minor misdemeanor compared to the real crime of what happens when you don’t brush your teeth twice a day.What happens when you don’t brush your teeth? Picture millions of bacteria trespassing on your teeth and gums. Whenever you eat foods or drinks with sugar in them, it leaves a sticky film of bacteria, called plaque. The bacteria in plaque creates acids that attack tooth enamel (牙釉质), and eventually the enamel breaks down, causing a little hole in the tooth.It doesn’t stop there. The bad guys of bacteria are a hardy bunch. “Brushing alone misses 75 percent of your mouth, leaving millions of germs behind,”says Gause. A three-step defense will protect your teeth and gums. “I recommend brushing, flossing, and swishing with mouth rinse twice a day.”Flossing helps remove food particles, but Gause says mouth rinse can help clear out hard to reach areas and penetrate plaque to break down its structure.Besides, brushing your teeth just once a day can lead to other serious problems, including gingivitis (牙龈炎), the milder form of periodontal (牙周的) disease. It causes havoc on your gums, leaving them red and swollen, not to mention the bleeding that you may see when you spit during brushing. With good behavior it is reversible.Stick with Dr. Gause’s advice that “brushing, flossing, and rinsing should be a part of every morning and evening routine.”1. What can cause bad breath according to the passage?A. Staying up too late at night.B. Not using floss or mouth rinse.C. Brushing teeth only once a day.D. Eating foods with sugar for breakfast.2. Which is the RIGHT process of causing little holes in the tooth?A. Eating food –leaving plaque –creating acids –attacking tooth enamel.B. Leaving plaque –eating food –attacking tooth enamel –creating acids.C. Creating acids –leaving plaque–eating food –attacking tooth enamel.D.Attacking tooth enamel –creating acid –eating food –leaving plaque.3. What can help clear out the areas in the mouth that are hard to reach?A. Brushing.B. Flossing.C. Rinsing.D. Drinking.4. What’s the purpose of the passage?A. To tell readers how to protect their teeth.B. To advise readers how to brush teeth correctly.C. To tell readers that bacteria are harmful to teeth.D. To tell readers that they should brush teeth twice a day.A【答案】1-4 CABB【解析】本文是一篇涵盖热点新闻的记叙文，讲述了冰雪奇缘第二部中插曲“Unmeltable Me”以及电影制作背后的故事。

最新高二英语阅读理解(时文广告)专题训练答案及解析(1)一、高中英语阅读理解时文广告类1．阅读理解The Museum of Eton LifeThe Museum of Eton Life brings alive various aspects of the Eton experience across six centuries. It is housed in an undercroft (地窖) below College Hall, a space that was used to store beer for the scholarship boys until the early 20th century. Established as a museum in 1985, it now houses permanent and temporary displays exploring life at Eton College.In 2016, the museum launched a new permanent display showcasing materials which illustrate the boarding life of boys at the school in the 21st century. There is also an annually changing display exploring new and different stories and presenting rarely seen objects from the collection. Visitors can discover Eton s history and traditions, famous Old Etonians (from poets to, Prime Ministers) and sports including the Wall Came, as well as find out about what and where pupils learn, eat and live.Access and EnquiriesOpening hours: Sunday afternoons 2:30 —5 :00 pm.Please contact the Museum Officer to arrange an appointment to visit the museum outside opening hours or to enquire about this collection.The museum is located in Brewhouse Yard, accessed from Eton High Street via Baldwin's Shore. Please check the access page for further details on opening times. The museums may close due to holidays or exceptional circumstances.Please access the Collections Learning page for more information.（1）When was the museum started?A.Six centuries ago.B.In 1985.C.In the early 20th century,D.In 2016.（2）What do you learn about the exhibits?A.They explore different aspects of Eton Life.B.They are a collection of old objects of Eton.C.They are changed for new ones every year.D.They are materials about 0ld Etonians.（3）How can a visitor get access outside opening hours?A.He can go any time on Sundays.B.By walking in via Baldwin's Shore.C.He'll have to make an appointment.D.By showing Collections Learning page.【答案】（1）B（2）A（3）C【解析】【分析】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了伊顿公学博物馆的相关内容，以及如何进行参观。

【英语】高二英语阅读理解(时文广告)专题训练答案及解析一、高中英语阅读理解时文广告类1．Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.（1）According to the passage, it is good habit to ______ when you are writing your email.A. include all of your social network linksB. send your emails to all of your coworkersC. use different font size to make the massage vividD. keep the subject line brief（2）Which of the following statements might the author agree with?A. The subject line is filled with Hey instead of being left blank.B. Using capitals is acceptable when offering congratulations.C. You are supposed to reply to only one person at a time.D. Social network links should be included in your signature.（3）In which of the following sentences does the phrase "cry wolf" is correctly used?A. Economists are just crying wolf while actually the economic future is not so bad.B. The government is always crying wolf and has never kept the promise to reduce taxes.C. He cried wolf when he received a letter saying that his application had been rejected.D. He just cried wolf in comforting her when he didn't know what had really happened.【答案】（1）D（2）B（3）A【解析】【分析】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了写电子邮件时应该避免的一些习惯。

最新高二英语阅读理解(时文广告)专题训练答案含解析一、高中英语阅读理解时文广告类1．阅读理解Here list some biggest and best bookstores in Beijing:Wangfujing Xinhua BookstoreIt is the one of the best bookstores in Beijing and largest chain bookshop in China with thousands of branches. It offers a large collection of books involving politics, economics, literature, education, art and science, with a total number of nearly 200,000 books. VCDs, DVDs and digital reading materials can also be found in the bookshop.Opening Hours: 09:00 - 21:30Location: No.218, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District (next to Oriental Plaza)China BookstoreAs one of the best bookstores in Beijing, it is not a very big one, but it offers many traditional Chinese literature works. The new books here are at an 80% discount normally, while there are some second hand books as well at much cheaper prices. Additionally, you will find an impressive selection of books on Chinese painting, calligraphy and photography.Opening Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 (Weekdays)Location: No.115, East Liulichang Street, Xicheng DistrictBeijing Language and Culture University Press BookstoreThis is the best one from which to buy Chinese language learning books of all levels. There are also dictionaries, encyclopedias, linguistic books and reading materials from which to choose.Opening Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 (Weekdays) 09:00 - 16:00 (Weekends)Location: Chengfu Rd, Haidian DistrictBeijing Book BuildingThere is a great variety of books from which you may choose. In this biggest bookstore in Beijing, you will find books written in English in the basement, and there are many Chinese language learning materials on the third floor. The personnel in the bookshop are very helpful, and they speak English.Opening Hours: 09:00 - 21:00Location: No.17, West Changan Avenue, Xicheng District（1）Where are you most likely to find affordable new books at a lower price?A.Chengfu Rd, Haidian District.B.No.218, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District.C.No.17, West Changan Avenue, Xicheng District.D.No.115, East Liulichang Street, Xicheng District.（2）Which bookstore has the longest opening hours on weekdays?A.China Bookstore.B.Wangfujing Xinhua Bookstore.C.Beijing Language and Culture University Press Bookstore.D.Beijing Book Building.（3）What is special about Beijing Book Building?A.It sells Chinese language learning books.B.It features the largest variety of books.C.It has many floors and sections.D.Its staff can communicate in English.【答案】（1）D（2）B（3）D【解析】【分析】本文是一篇应用文。