1、【状元之路】2014-2015 学年高中英语 语篇提能 1 新人教版必修 2阅读理解AFor many years, Hawaii has been a magic name to people who like to travel. People on both sides of the Pacific Ocean, in Japan and in America, dream of seeing these beautiful islands in the middle of the ocean. Their dreams always include at least one scene
2、 of a sunset over the ocean. In the tropical (热带的) lands, the sun drops, like a ball of golden fire, into the sea, and it sets so quickly that you can almost see it move. The sun leaves behind a glow that lights the skies and shines in the quiet water.People often have a quiet, peaceful time perfect
3、 for a walk along the water. This scene is not too different from the beauty that greeted the first strangers to these islands centuries ago. They were Polynesian people who came from Tahiti in canoes not much bigger than small boats.They found the beautiful white sand beaches and the waving palm tr
4、ees, but there were no giant hotels like the ones we see nowadays. The first people came to Hawaii nearly two thousand years ago, but skyscraper hotels were only built in the last 25 years. Now jet planes make it possible to fly to Hawaii for a weekend from Tokyo. Wherever the people come from, they
5、 really want to see the original (最初的) beauty of Hawaii. They want to see the lovely beaches and the mountain called Diamond Head which is almost hidden by the tall hotels.1The first paragraph wants to tell us Hawaii is a symbol of _.A. tropical islands B. natural beautyC. new ways of traveling D. w
6、ealth and health答案与解析 B 推理判断题。第一段描述的都是夏威夷的自然风光，故可推断出夏威夷是自然美的象征。2What is special about the sunset in Hawaii?A. It is fast but beautiful.B. It is difficult to see.C. It seems the longest of all.D. It keeps the water quiet.答案与解析 A 细节理解题。根据文章第一段最后两句可知 A 项正确。3Which of the following does not belong to “th
7、e original beauty of Hawaii”？A. White sand beaches.B. Waving palm trees.C. Giant hotels.D. The Diamond Head Mountain.答案与解析 C 细节理解题。根据文章第三段可知旅馆不属于最初的夏威夷的风光。4The last paragraph suggests _.A. the present scenery of Hawaii is the same as the original beautyB. the transportation of Hawaii is not convenie
8、nt enoughC. the beauty of Hawaii can only be enjoyed on jet airplanesD. the original beauty has been changed greatly in modern society答案与解析 D 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段第一句和第二句可推知 D 项正确。B(2014洛阳高一质检)The Brighton Toy and Model Museum is a treasure trove (无主珍宝) of toys and Models, it has over ten thousand toys and
9、 models in its catalogue, including priceless model train collections and many period antique toys.Private FunctionsThe Museum can also be booked for private functions, receptions and parties. Refreshments and entertainment can also be arranged to make your corporate or family event to remember.The
10、ExhibitsThe Museum is home to displays that draw on its core collection of over 10,000 items, and also exhibits various pieces and full displays that are on loan from outside collections. The displays showcase collections from the last 100 years, examples from the worlds top toy makers, models and s
11、ouvenirs to buy.The shopThe shop sells souvenirs, books and postcards as well as inexpensive toys for young children and a wide range of collectors toys. The stock changes continually, so stop in and have a browse. Admission to the shop is free and doesnt require a visit to the Museum.Opening TimesM
12、ondays (until 19th Sept) 10：00a.m.5：00p.m.Tuesday to Friday： 10：00a.m.5：00p.m.(last admission at 4：00.p.m)Saturdays： 11：00a.m.5：00p.m.Closed SundaysLocationThe Toy and Model Museum is underneath Brighton Railway Station, set into the arches below the station forecourt.Admission FeesAdults 4.00Childr
13、en (ages 4 to 14) 3.00Students (under 20) 3.00OAPs 3.00Family(22) 12.00Concessions for Disabled Visitors 3.00School Trips and Group VisitsSchool party visits can be tailored to meet the appropriate National Curriculum requirements, and teachers can visit free of charge to discuss a plan before the v
14、isit, if desired. Find out more on our“Education and Schools” page or contact the Museum for further information.5If a young couple are visiting the museum with their 5yearold daughter, how much will they pay for the tickets?A. 4.00. B. 8.00.C. 11.00. D. 12.00.答案与解析 C 细节理解题。根据表格中的门票价格显示他们一家需花 423 11
15、.00，故 C 项正确。6If a student wants to visit the museum on Thursday, he or she must arrive at it before _.A. 5：30p.m. B. 5：00p.m.C. 4：30p.m. D. 4：00p.m.答案与解析 D 细节理解题。根据 Opening times 中的细节 last admission at 4：00 pm.可知这个学生应在下午 4 点之前入馆。7What is the main idea of the passage?A. How to attract more visitors to the museum.B. An introduction of The Brighton Toy and Model Museum.C. The location of The Brighton Toy and Model Museum.D. The functions of the Brighton Toy and Model Museum.答案与解析 B 主旨大意题。文章从该馆的功能、位置、开放时间、门票等方面介绍了该馆，故 B 项正确。
