1、课时练 1 阅读理解提速练阅读理解A(2018河北衡水中学高三一调)International Studies(BA 文学士)Key featuresRecognizes the “global community”Has close connections with practical researchMuch of the teaching is done in small discussion groupsAbout the courseThe course focuses on the complex relations between nation states.It will pr
2、ovide more opportunity to study specific issues such as relationship among countries in the European Union，third world debt, local and international disagreement, and the work of international bodies such as the United Nations, the European Union, NATO, and the World Bank.The course applies theories
3、 to the working of the international system with close attention to particular countries.It provides students with a better knowledge of ways to solve international problems.Related coursesBA (Hons) Community ManagementBA (Hons) Public Policy and ManagementEmployment possibilitiesInternational organ
4、izationsInternational businessEarth Science(BSc 理学士 )Key featuresBased on key courses and the latest research findingsPays much attention to practical skillsOffers chances for fieldworkAbout the courseThe demand and competition for natural resources is becoming an increasingly serious problem for th
5、e future of mankind.Graduates in Earth Science will play an important role in meeting this demand, and in how these natural resources will be used.The course covers geography and geology(地质学) You will carry out fieldwork in the UK and possibly abroad, and in your final year complete a research proje
6、ct in an area of interest to you.Related coursesBSc (Hons) GeographyBSc (Hons) GeologyEmployment possibilitiesMineral, oil, water or other related engineering industries【解题导语】 本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了两种学位课程的相关信息。1International Studies is a course in_Ainternational politics Binternational businessCinternationa
7、l bodies Dinternational relationsD 解析：细节理解题。根据课程一 About the course 部分第一段第一句 The course focuses on the complex relations between nation states.可知，International Studies 课程的内容主要是关于国际关系的。故选 D。2After taking the course of International Studies, the students will_Abecome practical and openmindedBhave a gre
8、ater ability to discuss theoriesCknow ways to settle problems between countriesDhave good jobs in any international organizationC 解析：细节理解题。根据课程一 About the course 部分第二段第二句 It provides students with a better knowledge of ways to solve international problems.可知，学完International Studies 这门课程后，学生可以学会解决国际问
9、题的方法。故选 C。3Earth Science, as described in the second text，_Ais attractive because of the chance for fieldworkBpays more attention to theories than practical skillsCis built on important courses and the results of recent studiesDencourages students to play a role in using natural resourcesC 解析：细节理解题。
10、根据课程二 Key features 部分的 Based on key courses and the latest research findings 可知，Earth Science 课程建立在重要的课程和近期的研究成果之上。故选C。4The above two texts are most probably written for the students who_Aare first year college students Bhave not yet chosen their courseCwant to study in the UK Dare interested in pra
11、ctical study abroadB 解析：推理判断题。纵观全文可知，文章除了介绍两种课程的特点之外，还介绍了课程概述以及具体科目；由此可推知，本文应该是为了给还没有做出具体选择的学生提供参考。故选 B。B(2018长郡中学新高三实验班选拔考试)While beach vacations may be a great way to take your mind off work，lakes surrounded by mountains make for an even grander experience.If you are looking for peace on your vaca
12、tion，we have some recommendations for you in the Caucasus(高加索)Lake SevanLake Sevan is situated in the central part of Armenia，in the Gegharkunik Province.It is the largest lake in Armenia，located 6，234ft above sea level.Along the lake shore，there are various accommodations such as resorts and hotels
13、 with plenty of activities to partake such as windsurfing，swimming and sunbathing.While there，do not forget to visit one of the famous cultural monuments，the Sevanavank monastery，and it offers a great view of the lake as well.Paravani LakeParavani Lake， located 6，801ft above sea level，is in the sout
14、h of Georgia，near the Javakheti Plateau.At this level，altitude sickness can occur and it is a good idea to be prepared to adapt to it properly，or bring medication for altitude sickness.Being a volcanic lake makes for a more interesting experience.The lake is best known for fishing.Do not come home d
15、uring the winter months when the lake freezes.Lake CildirLake Cildir is located in the Ardahan Province，east Turkey，near the borders with Georgia and Armenia.It is a large freshwater lake of eastern Turkey，and many tourists are not aware of this beautiful attraction.Lake Cildir is surrounded by moun
16、tains of the Caucasus.The lake freezes during late November.If the winter is not extremely cold，you can try some lake activities like ice skating and ice fishing.Lake VanLake Van is the must visit of all lakes in this list，the largest lake in Turkey.Lake Van is located on the eastern shore of Turkey
17、 and is also the most accessible lake there.Its situated 5，380ft above sea level，and unique to many lakes around the world，the water is high in salt content.【解题导语】 本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了供人们度假的好去处高加索地区的一些湖泊。5If you want to visit some historic sites during your travel by a lake，you can go to_ALake Cildir BP
18、aravani LakeCLake Sevan DLake VanC 解析：细节理解题。根据第二段中的 “do not forget to visit one of the famous cultural monuments，the Sevanavank monastery”可知，度假期间如果你想参观历史性建筑可以到Lake Sevan。故选 C。6What is special about Lake Van?AIts water is high in salt.BIt is a volcanic lake.CIt is globally the largest lake.DIt is sur
19、rounded by mountains.A 解析：细节理解题。根据第五段中的 “and unique to many lakes around the world，the water is high in salt content”可知，Lake Van 的特色是湖水的盐度高。故选 A。7What challenge are travelers most likely to face while visiting Paravani Lake?ALack of medicine.BVolcano eruptions.CAltitude sickness.DLow temperature all
20、 the year.C 解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的 “At this level，altitude sickness can occur and it is a good idea to be prepared to adapt to it properly，or bring medication for altitude sickness.”可知，在游览 Paravani Lake 时，游客们最有可能面临的挑战就是高原反应。故选 C。C(2018山西八校第一次联考)Ive been really lucky this year.Not only did I have the oppor
21、tunity to live in France, but I was able to see some other countries with my girlfriend.Now she is studying in Essen, a large city in Western Germany.I recently went to stay with herit was my first visit to Germany! Essen is a very large city.It has all the conveniences of any large city so I felt i
22、mmediately at home.I loved the variety of shops, restaurants, shopping malls, cocktail bars, nightclubs, parks and even a lake.There is also a citywide network of trams, which makes getting around a piece of cake!I found the people to be really friendly, and most Germans speak very good English whic
23、h made life easy for me.I was surprised by the casual attitude to alcohol in Germany, where it seems normal for people to drink beer on the street, or on the tram.My girlfriend and I visited two famous local cities，Dsseldorf and Cologne, which are both on the Rhine River.Dsseldorf is an urban metrop
24、olis with a great variety of restaurants.We took a boat tour on the river and went up the Rhine Tower, a really tall building which offers great views across the city.Cologne, as you might know, is worldfamous for its perfumes. The cathedral there is an unmissable landmark.We made the effort to clim
25、b to the top of one of the cathedrals towers.The spiral(螺旋的) stairs seemed endless，but it was worthwhile for the impressive sights from the top.We also went in a cable car over the river and tasted a German delicacy called “Spaghettieis” which is ice cream with strawberry sauce! I also got to try th
26、e famous German sausage.I must admit, I really enjoyed the food! The only disappointment was the grey and rainy weather, which proves that Britain does not have the worst weather in Europe!【解题导语】 本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者第一次去德国旅游的经历以及对这个国家的印象。8Why did the writer feel lucky this year?AHe will have a chance to l
27、ive in Germany.BHe met his girlfriend in France by chance.CHe got an opportunity of learning in Germany.DHe was able to live in France and visit other countries.D 解析：细节理解题。根据第一段中的 “Not only did I have the opportunity to live in France，but I was able to see some other countries with my girlfriend.”可知
28、，作者认为自己今年幸运是因为他不但有机会在法国生活，而且也能和女朋友一起参观几个其他的国家。故选 D 项。9What do Dsseldorf and Cologne have in common?AThey are both famous for unique perfumes.BThey both serve traditional German sausage.CThey both have many towers with a long history.DThey both offer wonderful views from the tower top.D 解析：推理判断题。根据第二
29、段中的 “Dsseldorf.went up the Rhine Tower, a really tall building which offers great views across the city.”以及“We made the effort to climb to the top of one of the cathedrals towers.but it was worthwhile for the impressive sights from the top.”可知，两座城市都能让人从塔顶欣赏到美景。故选 D 项。10According to the writer, which
30、 country has the worst weather in Europe?ABritain. BGermany.CFrance. DItaly.B 解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“The only disappointment was the grey and rainy weather, which proves that Britain does not have the worst weather in Europe！”可知，作者对德国阴沉、多雨的天气感到失望，并表示这证明了英国不是欧洲天气最糟的国家。由此可推知作者认为在欧洲天气最差的国家为德国。故选 B 项。11What
31、can be the best title of the passage?AAn Unforgettable TripBA Guide to GermanyCMy First Visit to GermanyDA Brief Introduction of GermanyC 解析：标题归纳题。通读全文可知，本文主要介绍了作者第一次去德国旅游的经历以及对这个国家的印象，故 C 项最能概括文章的大意。D(2018陕西部分学校第一学期摸底检测)I used to believe courtesy was a thing of the past. Very seldom have I encounte
32、red a courteous human being in this modern era.Recently, I had to change my thinking, when I came face to face with just such a human being in a coffee place, with my two daughters.The place was crowded as usual and we had to climb steep(陡的) stairs in order to find an empty table. After enjoying cof
33、fee and snacks, we went down the narrow stairs, where there was hardly any space for another person to either climb up or come down.Just as I was in the middle of the stairs, a man entered the main entrance of the restaurant which was right in front of the staircase(楼梯). I was sure I would be pushed
34、 roughly by this man going up. I kept coming down as fast as I could. My daughters were already down, looking up at me worriedly, hoping I would reach them before the stranger started walking up the stairs, knowing I was a nervous sort.Nearly reaching them, I noticed the man still standing near the
35、door. I reached my daughters and passed the stranger at the entrance door which he kept holding open. I looked back, thinking he was still at the door, deciding whether to go in or find another less crowded place. I saw him going up the stairs, two at a time. I told my daughters about it and all thr
36、ee of us felt bad that we did not even thank the courteous gentleman who was actually holding the door open for us ladies to pass through before going up.Such well mannered people are hard to find these days when pushing is very common in our advanced but aggressive society. We applauded for his chi
37、valry(彬彬有礼)【解题导语】 在这个忙碌的现代社会，彬彬有礼、体贴他人的品质变得尤为珍贵。作者讲述了自己经历的一件事情，并赞扬了这种良好的品质。12What is the meaning of the underlined word “courtesy” in Paragraph 1?AA brave action. BSacrifice spirit.CA considerate action. DSelfish behavior.C 解析：词义猜测题。根据下文故事中的男人为作者让路并且开门可推测出，这是一种体贴的行为，故选 C 项。A 项意为“勇敢的行为” ；B 项意为“牺牲精神”
38、；D 项意为“自私的行为” 。13What did the author think of the man at the first sight of him?AHe was in a hurry.BHe would wait for her.CHe would pass her rudely.DHe was a man with good manners.C 解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的 “I was sure I would be pushed roughly by this man going up.”可知，作者本认为这个男人会粗鲁地挤开她上楼梯，故选 C 项。14Why did t
39、he authors daughters worry about her?AShe was easy to be nervous.BShe took up too much space.CShe was too old to walk fast.DShe focused too much on the man.A 解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的 “knowing I was a nervous sort”可知，作者是一个很容易紧张的人，故选 A 项。15What can we learn about the man from Paragraph 4?AHe might be a waiter
40、 of the caf.BHe might have an urgent business to do.CHe loved a daughter of the author.DHe would hold the door open for all.B 解析：推理判断题。根据第四段中的“I saw him going up the stairs, two at a time.”以及下文谈到她们都来不及对这个男人说一声谢谢可推知，那个男人上楼梯，一次上两级台阶，应该是有急事要做，故选 B 项。七选五(2018郑州高三质量预测)Study Links Video Game Use to Proble
41、ms in SchoolA new study warns that too much time spent playing computer games could affect a childs performance at school.1._ They show that too many hours spent playing games can reduce students chances of success in school.More than 600 teenagers between the ages of 14 and 16 took part in the rese
42、arch project.2._ It is said to be the first ever longterm study in Northern Ireland on the influence of information technology on school test results.The study found that teenagers who played computer games less than once a week were more successful in school than those who played them twice a day o
43、r more.41% of the students who used gaming devices two or more times a day received passing grades on school exams.3._The study found that social media use did not affect school performance.Caline McStravick is the director of the National Childrens Bureau Northern Ireland.She says the study showed
44、no connection between social media and test results.“4._ I think thats more because social media is part of every childs life.Its the way they communicate.Its the way they keep in touch with their friends.”Many parents say their children are becoming increasingly dependent on computer games.Some hav
45、e compared gaming to a drug addiction.5._ It suggested that computer games can cause children to stay awake late at night.Less sleep makes children tired and unable to pay attention in school the next day.AHowever, the study did not explore addiction.BThe new games are much different from older ones
46、.CIt was clear that social media didnt have any effect.DIt took place over a period of three years from 2013 to 2015.EThat compared with 77% of those who rarely played the games.FDrug addiction does great harm to their health and performance at school.GBritain s National Childrens Bureau Northern Ir
47、eland reported the results of the study.【解题导语】 本文主要介绍了孩子花费过多时间玩电脑游戏的危害。1G 解析：根据第一段的第一句 “A new study warns that too much time spent playing computer games could affect a childs performance at school.”和空后的“They show that too many hours.”可知，这项新研究警告，花费过多时间玩电脑游戏会影响孩子们的在校表现；据此可以判断，空处是这一研究结论的来源，故 G 项切合题意。2
48、D 解析：根据空后的一句 “It is said to be the first ever longterm study.results.”可知，空处介绍的是研究的时间，故 D 项正确。3E 解析：根据空前一句“41% of the students who used gaming devices two or more times a day received passing grades on school exams.”可知选 E，E 项中的“77%” 以及“compared” 都表明是与空前一句的比较。4C 解析：根据空前一句 “She says the study.test results.”可知，社交媒体与考试成绩之间没有联系，故选 C，即“显然，社交媒体没有任何影响” ，C 项中的“social media”与空前一句中的“social media”相对应。5A 解析：空前一句说一些家长将玩电脑游戏与毒瘾进行了对比，根据空后内容可以判断，空处是一个承上启下句，与前文构成转折关系，故 A 项正确。课时练 2 知识运用板块练完形填空The other evening we had a knock at the door. It was a new _1_ who introduced himself and his boys to us