2022届高考英语复习：阅读A篇专区专题训练（含答案）
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阅读理解A篇专题训练10篇
学生姓名：___________
命题解读：
高考英语阅读理解的A篇，内容浅显，考察学生基本的信息获取能力。文章通常是四个彼此类似的信息条目（有事四个信息条目前会有一段总括性的语言），多为广告、书目介绍、人物介绍、旅游景点介绍等内容，这些彼此相似相近但内容不一样的短文只需要我们能定位清楚信息。
题目特征解读：
题目顺序一般是从前到不乱序，就四个条目中的三项条目信息进行设题且不重复；
题目中信息与原文信息同源词考察较多，很少进行语义转述。
答题技巧：
看题干找重点→回原文找信息→确定答案，这个题目难度低，但6-8分的分值不容许考生有任何闪失，虽然不需要考生进行详细阅读，但必须得到准确答案，对于部分原词复现的情况一定对照下原文看是否有信息细节内容的偷换。
Passage 1
Pacific Science Center Guide
◆Visit Pacific Science Center’s Store
Don’t forget to stop by Pacific Science Center’s Store while you are here to pick up a wonderful science activity or souvenir to remember your visit. The store is located(位于) upstairs in Building 3 right next to the Laser Dome.
◆Hungry
Our exhibits will feed your mind, but what about your body Our café offers a complete menu of lunch and snack options, in addition to seasonal specials. The café is located upstairs in Building 1 and is open daily until one hour before Pacific Science Center closes.
◆Rental Information
Lockers are available to store any belongings during your visit. The lockers are located in Building 1 near the Information Desk and in Building 3. Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk and Denny Way entrance. ID required.
◆Support Pacific Science Center
Since 1962 Pacific Science Center has been inspiring a passion(热情) for discovery and lifelong learning in science, math and technology. Today, Pacific Science Center serves more than 1.3 million people a year and brings inquiry-based science education to classrooms and community events all over Washington State. It’s an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without generous support from individuals, corporations, and other social organizations. visit pacificsciencecenter. org to find various ways you can support Pacific Science Center.
21. Where can you buy a souvenir at Pacific Science Center
A. In Building 1. B. In Building 3. C. At the Laser Dome. D. At the Denny Way entrance.
22. What does Pacific Science Center do for schools
A. Train Science teachers. B. Distribute science books.
C. Inspire scientific research. D. Take science to the classroom.
23. What is the purpose of the last part of the text
A. To encourage donations. B. To advertise coming events.
C. To introduce special exhibits. D. To tell about the Center’s history.
Passage 2
In the coming months, we are bringing together artists from all over the globe, to enjoy speaking Shakespeare’s plays in their own language, in our Globe, within the architecture Shakespeare wrote for. Please come and join us.
National Theatre of China Beijing|Chinese
This great occasion(盛会) will be the National Theatre of China’s first visit to the UK. The company’s productions show the new face of 21st century Chinese theatre.
This production of Shakespeare’s Richard III will be directed by the National’s Associate Director，Wang Xiaoying.
Date & Time : Saturday 28 April, 2. 30pm & Sunday 29 April, 1. 30pm & 6. 30pm
Marjanishvili Theatre Tbilisi | Georgian
One of the most famous theatres in Georgia, the Marjanishvili, founded in 1928, appears regularly at theatre festivals all over the world. This new production of As You Like It is helmed（指导）by the company’s Artistic Director Levan Tsuladze.
Date & Time :Friday 18 May, 2. 30pm & Saturday 19 May, 7. 30pm
Deafinitely Theatre London | British Sign Language （BSL）
By translating the rich and humorous text of Love’s Labour’s Lost into the physical language of BSL, Deafinitely Theatre creates a new interpretation of Shakespeare’s comedy and aims to build a bridge between deaf and hearing worlds by performing to both groups as one audience.
Date & Time : Tuesday 22 May, 2. 30pm & Wednesday 23 May, 7. 30pm
Habima National Theatre Tel Aviv | Hebrew
The Habima is the centre of Hebrew-language theatre worldwide. Founded in Moscow after the 1905 revolution, the company eventually settled in Tel Aviv in the late 1920s, Since 1958, they have been recognised as the national theatre of Israel . This production of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice marks their first visit to the UK.
Date & Time :Monday 28 May, 7. 30 & Tuesday 29 May, 7. 30pm
21. Which play will be performed by the National Theatre of China
A. Richard III. B. Love’s Labour’s Lost.
C. As You Like It. D. The Merchant of Venice.
22. What is special about Deafinitely Theatre
A. It has two groups of actors. B. It is the leading theatre in London.
C. It performs plays in BSL. D. It is good at producing comedies.
23. When can you see a play in Hebrew
A. On Saturday 28 April. B. On Sunday 29 April.
C. On Tuesday 22 May. D. On Tuesday 29 May.
Passage 3
San Francisco Fire Engine Tours
San Francisco Winery Tour
Running: February 1st through April 30th
This delicious tour goes through the city on its way to Treasure Island where we will stop at the famous Winery SF. Here you can enjoy 4 pours of some of the best wine San Francisco has to offer. (Included in tickets price)
Departing from the Cannery: Tour times upon request.
Duration(时长)：2 hours
Price: $90
Back to the Fifties Tour
Running: August 16th through August 31st
This tour transports you back in time to one of San Francisco’s most fantastic periods, the 1950s! Enjoy fun history as we take you through San Francisco for a free taste of ice cream.
Departing form the Cannery: 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Duration:2 hours
Price:$90
Spooky Halloween Tour
Running: October 10th through October 31st
Join us for a ride through the historical Presidio district . Authentic fire gear （服装）is provided for your warmth as our entertainers take you to some of the most thrilling parts of San Francisco.
Departing from the Cannery:6:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Duration :1 hour and 30 minutes
Price: Available upon request
Holiday Lights Tour
Running: December 6th through December 23rd
This attractive tour takes you to some of San Francisco’s most cheerful holiday scenes. Authentic fire gear is provided for your warmth as you get into the holiday spirit.
Departing from the Cannery: 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Advance reservations required.
21. Which of the tours is available in March
A. San Francisco Winery Tour. B. Back to the Fifties Tour.
C. Spooky Halloween Tour. D. Holiday Lights Tour.
22. What can tourists do on Back to the Fifties Tours
A. Go to Treasure Island. B. Enjoy the holiday scenes.
C. Have free ice cream. D. Visit the Presidio district.
23. What are tourists required to do to go on Holiday Lights Tour
A. Take some drinks. B. Set off early in the morning.
C. Wear warm clothes. D. Make reservations in advance.
Passage 4
You probably know who Marie Curie was, but you may not have heard of Rachel Carson. Of the outstanding ladies listed below, who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years
Jane Addams (1860-1935)
Anyone who has ever been helped by a social worker has Jane Addams to thank. Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She encouraged a sense of community(社区) by creating shelters and promoting education and services for people in need. In 1931, Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Rachel Carson (1907-1964)
If it weren’t for Rachel Carson, the environmental movement might not exist today. Her popular 1962 book Silent Spring raised awareness of the dangers of pollution
and the harmful effects of chemicals on humans and on the world’s lakes and oceans.
Sandra Day O’Connor (1930-present)
When Sandra Day O’Connor finished third in her class at Stanford Law School, in 1952, she could not find work at a law firm because she was a woman. She became an Arizona state senator(参议员) and , in 1981, the first woman to join the U. S. Supreme Court. O’Connor gave the deciding vote in many important cases during her 24 years on the top court.
Rosa Parks (1913-2005)
On December 1,1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, Rosa Parks would not give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. Her simple act landed Parks in prison. But it also set off the Montgomery bus boycott. It lasted for more than a year, and kicked off the civil-rights movement. “The only tired I was, was tired of giving in,” said Parks.
21. What is Jane Addams noted for in history
A. Her social work. B. Her teaching skills.
C. Her efforts to win a prize. D. Her community background.
22. What is the reason for O’Connor’s being rejected by the law firm
A. Her lack of proper training in law.
B. Her little work experience in court.
C. The discrimination against women.
D. The poor financial conditions.
23. Who made a great contribution to the civil-rights movement in the US
A. Jane Addams. B. Rachel Carson. C. Sandra Day O’Connor. D. Ross Parks.
24. What can we infer about the women mentioned in the text
A. They are highly educated. B. They are truly creative.
C. They are pioneers. D. They are peace-lovers.
Passage 5
A
No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the Art Institute, which is the
second largest art museum in the nation.
Opening hours:
Mon - Wed & Fri - Sun, 10:30 am - 5 pm; Thu, 10:30 am- 8 pm; closed on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Highlights:
The Modern Wing contains contemporary masterpieces by Dali, Matisse, Miro, Picasso, Pollock, and Warhol.
In the Central Hall visitors can view one of the world’s finest Impressionist collections, including masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Renoir, Seurat, Gauguin, and Van Gogh.
Thorne Miniature Rooms offer a detailed view of European homes from the 16th century through the 1930s and American homes from the 17th century to 1940.
The past returns as over 550 works from 4,000 years of art come together in Of Gods and Glamour, located in the beautiful new Mary and Michael Jaharis Galleries of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Art.
Advice for visitors:
Free guided tours are available daily at noon.
Free art-making activities are available for children each weekend from 11 am to 2 pm.
Visit the Family Room in the Ryan Education Center, open daily from 10:30 am – 5 pm, and introduce your child to the museum’s collections with a variety of hands-on activities. Assemble (组装) puzzles based on masterpieces you’ll see in the galleries, build architectural wonders with colorful blocks, and learn about art through stories and games at Curious Corner.
Check out the Lion’s Trial tour for children ages 5-10. This tour is especially designed for the young people in your group! Don’t miss it!
Getting there:
You can take the follow buses: 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 14, 26, 28, 126, 143.
21. In the Modern Wing visitors can see works of ____.
A. Van Gogh. B. Picasso C. Monet D. Seur
22. Where can you go if you want to see European homes in the 17th
A. The Family Room. B. Of Gods and Glamour.
C. Thorne Miniature Rooms. D. The Modern Wing.
23. What can children do at Curious Corner
A. Hold a birthday party. B. Join the Lion’s Trail tour.
C. Communicate with artists. D. Play with colorful blocks.
Passage6
(A)
From snow-clogged mountain roads to desert highways, freeways to crowded city streets, Californians face a variety of tough driving conditions. But thanks to savvy driving, they consume proportionately less gasoline the rest of the nation. Here, some tips from the Golden State that will help drivers all over the country to get up to 25% more miles per gallon! By SUSAN NESTOR
FREEWAY FRENZY
● Try to maintain a steady speed — especially on freeways and expressways. Never exceed a steady 55 mph. Varying speed by as little as 5mph can reduce mileage by 1.5 miles per gallon. Avoid constant lane changes to “get ahead.”
● Buy radial tyres. If you do a lot of expressway driving, they can increase mileage by as much as 10%. Your fuel savings will pay for the higher tyre price.
ON CITY STREETS
● Plan your route. City driving consumes about 50% more fuel than highway driving (100% more in crowed traffic). Always choose a route with synchronized traffic signals to get the best run for your money.
● Avoid unnecessary braking. Anticipate（预期）traffic light changes; it takes a lot of extra gas to get the car up to speed again.
COLD
● In winter, keep the car in a garage. It will start up easier, and start-up time is
when you use the most gasoline. No garage Cover the engine compartment with an old blanket or rug to shield it from cold winds; remove before starting up.
● Remove all ice and snow. Driving in snow consumes more gas anyway; no sense hauling around extra weight.
21. All these above are ______ for drivers.
A. notices B. tips C. lessons D. advertisements
22. Highway driving can use about ______ fuel than city driving.
A. 20% more B. 20% less C. 50% more D. 50% less
23. Which of the following is TRUE
A. In winter, you will have difficulty starting up a car if it is kept in a garage.
B. Drivers should avoid necessary breaking and constant lane changes.
C. A steady 65 mph is the ideal speed to save gasoline.
D. Radial tyres can help increase mileage in expressway driving.
Passage 7
(A)
(You may read the questions first.)
Box Office Instructions
Discounts/ Service charges: We offer children (12 and under), seniors (65 and over) and students (student ID card required) discounts on all seats. Please call the Box Office to know about any other possible discounts.
Returns/ Exchanges: We are happy to offer returns or exchanges of tickets purchased up until the close of the last business day before the show with a $3.00 per ticket fee for this service. The box office must be informed directly in order to exchange tickets to another date (this service is not available online).
Friendly reminders: Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the hall until a suitable break in the
performance. Children must be seated where they can be looked after by parents. Please show consideration for other audiences by not talking during the performance, and please encourage children to do the same. Cameras and recording equipment are not allowed to be used in our theatre. Please turn off all cell phones while enjoying the performance.
Will call: Please tell us at the time of booking if you would like your tickets mailed to you, otherwise they will be held for pickup at the box office.
21. We can learn from the passage that exchanges of tickets purchased ________.
A. are free of charge
B. are not available until the last business day
C. will not be given a big cash discount
D. need to contact the box office directly
22. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage
A. Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the theatre.
B. There is a special area for children in the theatre.
C. The audience is not allowed to take photos in the theatre.
D. Children can talk in a low voice during the performance.
23. According to the passage, the audience ________.
A. can receive their tickets by mail
B. can see the performance online
C. can’t take cell phones to the theatre
D. can’t return tickets in any case
Passage 8
(A)
Dear Daughter,
As we drove off from Columbia, I wanted to write a letter to
you to tell you all that is on my mind.
First, I want to tell you how proud we are. Getting into Columbia is a real proof of what a great well-rounded student you are. You should be as proud of yourself as we are.
It is in college that you will discover what learning is about. This will be the period where you go from teacher-taught to master-inspired, after which you must become self-learner. So do take each subject seriously, and even if what you learn isn’t critical for your life, the learning skills you acquire will be something you will treasure forever.
Follow your passion in college. Take courses you think you will enjoy. Don’t be trapped by what others think or say, but make up your own mind.
Most importantly, make friends and be happy. Pick a few friends and become really close to them – pick the ones who are genuine to you. Don’t worry about their grades, looks, or even personalities.
Start planning early. I think your plan to study fashion is good, and you should decide where you want to be, and get onto the right courses.
Whether it is coursework planning or picking a major, you should take control of your life. I will always be there for you, but the time has come for you to be in the driver’s seat – this is your life, and you need to be in control. Being in control feels great.
So please treasure your college years – make the best of your free time, become an independent thinker in control of your destiny fate, learn and grow through your successes and challenges.
May your years at Columbia be the happiest of your life, and may you blossom into just what you dream to be.
Love,
Dad (& Mom)
21. According to the letter the author’s daughter is ______.
A. scared to be leaving home B. a well-rounded student
C. the pride of her university D. learning to drive a car
22. Which advice below is given to his daughter by the author
A. Party with friends in her free time.
B. Ignore what others think or say.
C. choose friends with similar personalities.
D. Treasure and make the best of her college years.
23. From the passage, we can conclude the father is ______.
A. worried about his daughter B. strict with his daughter
C. positive about his daughter’s future D. sad about his daughter’s leaving home
Passage 9
A
Summer Activities
Experience the romance of Paris with an unforgettable night out that combines three of the top tours in the City of Lights. Choose from dinner at the Eiffel Tower’s unique restaurant against the night sky, at Les Ombres restaurant, a particular meal aboard a dining cruise down the Seine River or cap off the night with a Parisian cabaret show at the Moulin Rouge nightclub.
Activity Description Cost
Eiffel Tower Dinner Settle in to your private table at the modern 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant for a 3-course meal of classic French style accompanied by your choice of wine. The dining room are around the first-floor observation deck of the Eiffel Tower 58 meters (190 feet) above ground, so you can enjoy city views through expansive picture windows. $318.10
Seine River Cruise Dinner Step into a 3-course dinner aboard the Marina de Paris floating restaurant. While you dine, cruise past the famous monuments of Paris, including the Louvre, $313.37
Notre Dame cathedral(大教堂), the Eiffel Tower and several of the city’s historic bridges. At the end of your dinner cruise, visit the twinkling Eiffel Tower for an hour.
Les Ombres restaurant Dinner Enjoy a 3-course meal dinner at Les Ombres restaurant, all drinks included and a glass of champagne. $282.62
Moulin Rouge Show Following your dinner option, travel by air-conditioned coach to the district of Montmartre, the heart of Paris. Head to the Moulin Rouge nightclub and settle in to your seats for the classic Parisian cabaret show which features more than 100 talented performers. Be attracted by a parade of bejeweled and feathered costumes as dancers perform. $348.84
21. Which activity will you choose if you want to see cabaret show
A. Eiffel Tower Dinner B. Seine River Cruise Dinner
C. Les Ombres restaurant Dinner D. Moulin Rouge Show
22. What will the visitors do at the end of the Seine River dinner cruise
A. visit the Louvre
B. visit the Eiffel Tower
C. visit the Notre Dame cathedral
D. visit the district of Montmartre
23. How much does the Les Ombres restaurant Dinner cost
A. $282.62 B. $313.37 C. $318.10 D. $348.84
Passage10
A
British Museum
Located in Great Russell Street，London WC1B 3DG，the British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is free to all visitor s.The British Museum s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture，and it has more than 7 million objects，so it would probably take a week to see everything．
Over 6million visitors every year experience the collection，including world-famous objects such as the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies．
Admission and opening times
Free open daily 10：00 to 17：30．
Open until 20：30 on Fridays，except Good Friday．
Closed on 24，25 and 26 December and 1 January．
Large luggage，suitcases and cabin baggage
For everyone's safety, all bags, packages and personal items may be searched before entry. Wheeled cases and large items of luggage are not allowed on British Museum for safety and security reasons．Storage for luggage is available at major rail stations，including Euston，King's Cross and Charing Cross．
Membership
Membership allows you to discover 2 million years of human history with free unlimited entry to special exhibitions，an exclusive discount offer on magazine subscription and many more benefits．
Individual membership： 74
Under 26 membership： 54
Young friends （ages 8-15）： 25
Shops
The Museum has four shops where you can buy books， souvenirs， and family gifts．
21．When can you visit the British Museum？__________
A．At 9：00 Friday． B．At 12：00 Monday．
C．On Christmas Day． D．On Good Friday．
22．Where can visitors store their large luggage． ________
A．At major train stations． B．At some crossings．
C．In the hall of the Museum． D．At the entrance to the Museum．
23．If two friends aged 14 and 18 apply for membership of the Museum， how much should they pay？___
A． 25． B． 79． C． 50． D． 148．
参考答案
BDA
ACD
ACD
ACDC
BCD
BDD
DCA
BDC
DBA
BAB
学生姓名：___________
命题解读：
高考英语阅读理解的A篇，内容浅显，考察学生基本的信息获取能力。文章通常是四个彼此类似的信息条目（有事四个信息条目前会有一段总括性的语言），多为广告、书目介绍、人物介绍、旅游景点介绍等内容，这些彼此相似相近但内容不一样的短文只需要我们能定位清楚信息。
题目特征解读：
题目顺序一般是从前到不乱序，就四个条目中的三项条目信息进行设题且不重复；
题目中信息与原文信息同源词考察较多，很少进行语义转述。
答题技巧：
看题干找重点→回原文找信息→确定答案，这个题目难度低，但6-8分的分值不容许考生有任何闪失，虽然不需要考生进行详细阅读，但必须得到准确答案，对于部分原词复现的情况一定对照下原文看是否有信息细节内容的偷换。
Passage 1
Pacific Science Center Guide
◆Visit Pacific Science Center’s Store
Don’t forget to stop by Pacific Science Center’s Store while you are here to pick up a wonderful science activity or souvenir to remember your visit. The store is located(位于) upstairs in Building 3 right next to the Laser Dome.
◆Hungry
Our exhibits will feed your mind, but what about your body Our café offers a complete menu of lunch and snack options, in addition to seasonal specials. The café is located upstairs in Building 1 and is open daily until one hour before Pacific Science Center closes.
◆Rental Information
Lockers are available to store any belongings during your visit. The lockers are located in Building 1 near the Information Desk and in Building 3. Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk and Denny Way entrance. ID required.
◆Support Pacific Science Center
Since 1962 Pacific Science Center has been inspiring a passion(热情) for discovery and lifelong learning in science, math and technology. Today, Pacific Science Center serves more than 1.3 million people a year and brings inquiry-based science education to classrooms and community events all over Washington State. It’s an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without generous support from individuals, corporations, and other social organizations. visit pacificsciencecenter. org to find various ways you can support Pacific Science Center.
21. Where can you buy a souvenir at Pacific Science Center
A. In Building 1. B. In Building 3. C. At the Laser Dome. D. At the Denny Way entrance.
22. What does Pacific Science Center do for schools
A. Train Science teachers. B. Distribute science books.
C. Inspire scientific research. D. Take science to the classroom.
23. What is the purpose of the last part of the text
A. To encourage donations. B. To advertise coming events.
C. To introduce special exhibits. D. To tell about the Center’s history.
Passage 2
In the coming months, we are bringing together artists from all over the globe, to enjoy speaking Shakespeare’s plays in their own language, in our Globe, within the architecture Shakespeare wrote for. Please come and join us.
National Theatre of China Beijing|Chinese
This great occasion(盛会) will be the National Theatre of China’s first visit to the UK. The company’s productions show the new face of 21st century Chinese theatre.
This production of Shakespeare’s Richard III will be directed by the National’s Associate Director，Wang Xiaoying.
Date & Time : Saturday 28 April, 2. 30pm & Sunday 29 April, 1. 30pm & 6. 30pm
Marjanishvili Theatre Tbilisi | Georgian
One of the most famous theatres in Georgia, the Marjanishvili, founded in 1928, appears regularly at theatre festivals all over the world. This new production of As You Like It is helmed（指导）by the company’s Artistic Director Levan Tsuladze.
Date & Time :Friday 18 May, 2. 30pm & Saturday 19 May, 7. 30pm
Deafinitely Theatre London | British Sign Language （BSL）
By translating the rich and humorous text of Love’s Labour’s Lost into the physical language of BSL, Deafinitely Theatre creates a new interpretation of Shakespeare’s comedy and aims to build a bridge between deaf and hearing worlds by performing to both groups as one audience.
Date & Time : Tuesday 22 May, 2. 30pm & Wednesday 23 May, 7. 30pm
Habima National Theatre Tel Aviv | Hebrew
The Habima is the centre of Hebrew-language theatre worldwide. Founded in Moscow after the 1905 revolution, the company eventually settled in Tel Aviv in the late 1920s, Since 1958, they have been recognised as the national theatre of Israel . This production of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice marks their first visit to the UK.
Date & Time :Monday 28 May, 7. 30 & Tuesday 29 May, 7. 30pm
21. Which play will be performed by the National Theatre of China
A. Richard III. B. Love’s Labour’s Lost.
C. As You Like It. D. The Merchant of Venice.
22. What is special about Deafinitely Theatre
A. It has two groups of actors. B. It is the leading theatre in London.
C. It performs plays in BSL. D. It is good at producing comedies.
23. When can you see a play in Hebrew
A. On Saturday 28 April. B. On Sunday 29 April.
C. On Tuesday 22 May. D. On Tuesday 29 May.
Passage 3
San Francisco Fire Engine Tours
San Francisco Winery Tour
Running: February 1st through April 30th
This delicious tour goes through the city on its way to Treasure Island where we will stop at the famous Winery SF. Here you can enjoy 4 pours of some of the best wine San Francisco has to offer. (Included in tickets price)
Departing from the Cannery: Tour times upon request.
Duration(时长)：2 hours
Price: $90
Back to the Fifties Tour
Running: August 16th through August 31st
This tour transports you back in time to one of San Francisco’s most fantastic periods, the 1950s! Enjoy fun history as we take you through San Francisco for a free taste of ice cream.
Departing form the Cannery: 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Duration:2 hours
Price:$90
Spooky Halloween Tour
Running: October 10th through October 31st
Join us for a ride through the historical Presidio district . Authentic fire gear （服装）is provided for your warmth as our entertainers take you to some of the most thrilling parts of San Francisco.
Departing from the Cannery:6:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Duration :1 hour and 30 minutes
Price: Available upon request
Holiday Lights Tour
Running: December 6th through December 23rd
This attractive tour takes you to some of San Francisco’s most cheerful holiday scenes. Authentic fire gear is provided for your warmth as you get into the holiday spirit.
Departing from the Cannery: 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Advance reservations required.
21. Which of the tours is available in March
A. San Francisco Winery Tour. B. Back to the Fifties Tour.
C. Spooky Halloween Tour. D. Holiday Lights Tour.
22. What can tourists do on Back to the Fifties Tours
A. Go to Treasure Island. B. Enjoy the holiday scenes.
C. Have free ice cream. D. Visit the Presidio district.
23. What are tourists required to do to go on Holiday Lights Tour
A. Take some drinks. B. Set off early in the morning.
C. Wear warm clothes. D. Make reservations in advance.
Passage 4
You probably know who Marie Curie was, but you may not have heard of Rachel Carson. Of the outstanding ladies listed below, who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years
Jane Addams (1860-1935)
Anyone who has ever been helped by a social worker has Jane Addams to thank. Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She encouraged a sense of community(社区) by creating shelters and promoting education and services for people in need. In 1931, Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Rachel Carson (1907-1964)
If it weren’t for Rachel Carson, the environmental movement might not exist today. Her popular 1962 book Silent Spring raised awareness of the dangers of pollution
and the harmful effects of chemicals on humans and on the world’s lakes and oceans.
Sandra Day O’Connor (1930-present)
When Sandra Day O’Connor finished third in her class at Stanford Law School, in 1952, she could not find work at a law firm because she was a woman. She became an Arizona state senator(参议员) and , in 1981, the first woman to join the U. S. Supreme Court. O’Connor gave the deciding vote in many important cases during her 24 years on the top court.
Rosa Parks (1913-2005)
On December 1,1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, Rosa Parks would not give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. Her simple act landed Parks in prison. But it also set off the Montgomery bus boycott. It lasted for more than a year, and kicked off the civil-rights movement. “The only tired I was, was tired of giving in,” said Parks.
21. What is Jane Addams noted for in history
A. Her social work. B. Her teaching skills.
C. Her efforts to win a prize. D. Her community background.
22. What is the reason for O’Connor’s being rejected by the law firm
A. Her lack of proper training in law.
B. Her little work experience in court.
C. The discrimination against women.
D. The poor financial conditions.
23. Who made a great contribution to the civil-rights movement in the US
A. Jane Addams. B. Rachel Carson. C. Sandra Day O’Connor. D. Ross Parks.
24. What can we infer about the women mentioned in the text
A. They are highly educated. B. They are truly creative.
C. They are pioneers. D. They are peace-lovers.
Passage 5
A
No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the Art Institute, which is the
second largest art museum in the nation.
Opening hours:
Mon - Wed & Fri - Sun, 10:30 am - 5 pm; Thu, 10:30 am- 8 pm; closed on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Highlights:
The Modern Wing contains contemporary masterpieces by Dali, Matisse, Miro, Picasso, Pollock, and Warhol.
In the Central Hall visitors can view one of the world’s finest Impressionist collections, including masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Renoir, Seurat, Gauguin, and Van Gogh.
Thorne Miniature Rooms offer a detailed view of European homes from the 16th century through the 1930s and American homes from the 17th century to 1940.
The past returns as over 550 works from 4,000 years of art come together in Of Gods and Glamour, located in the beautiful new Mary and Michael Jaharis Galleries of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Art.
Advice for visitors:
Free guided tours are available daily at noon.
Free art-making activities are available for children each weekend from 11 am to 2 pm.
Visit the Family Room in the Ryan Education Center, open daily from 10:30 am – 5 pm, and introduce your child to the museum’s collections with a variety of hands-on activities. Assemble (组装) puzzles based on masterpieces you’ll see in the galleries, build architectural wonders with colorful blocks, and learn about art through stories and games at Curious Corner.
Check out the Lion’s Trial tour for children ages 5-10. This tour is especially designed for the young people in your group! Don’t miss it!
Getting there:
You can take the follow buses: 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 14, 26, 28, 126, 143.
21. In the Modern Wing visitors can see works of ____.
A. Van Gogh. B. Picasso C. Monet D. Seur
22. Where can you go if you want to see European homes in the 17th
A. The Family Room. B. Of Gods and Glamour.
C. Thorne Miniature Rooms. D. The Modern Wing.
23. What can children do at Curious Corner
A. Hold a birthday party. B. Join the Lion’s Trail tour.
C. Communicate with artists. D. Play with colorful blocks.
Passage6
(A)
From snow-clogged mountain roads to desert highways, freeways to crowded city streets, Californians face a variety of tough driving conditions. But thanks to savvy driving, they consume proportionately less gasoline the rest of the nation. Here, some tips from the Golden State that will help drivers all over the country to get up to 25% more miles per gallon! By SUSAN NESTOR
FREEWAY FRENZY
● Try to maintain a steady speed — especially on freeways and expressways. Never exceed a steady 55 mph. Varying speed by as little as 5mph can reduce mileage by 1.5 miles per gallon. Avoid constant lane changes to “get ahead.”
● Buy radial tyres. If you do a lot of expressway driving, they can increase mileage by as much as 10%. Your fuel savings will pay for the higher tyre price.
ON CITY STREETS
● Plan your route. City driving consumes about 50% more fuel than highway driving (100% more in crowed traffic). Always choose a route with synchronized traffic signals to get the best run for your money.
● Avoid unnecessary braking. Anticipate（预期）traffic light changes; it takes a lot of extra gas to get the car up to speed again.
COLD
● In winter, keep the car in a garage. It will start up easier, and start-up time is
when you use the most gasoline. No garage Cover the engine compartment with an old blanket or rug to shield it from cold winds; remove before starting up.
● Remove all ice and snow. Driving in snow consumes more gas anyway; no sense hauling around extra weight.
21. All these above are ______ for drivers.
A. notices B. tips C. lessons D. advertisements
22. Highway driving can use about ______ fuel than city driving.
A. 20% more B. 20% less C. 50% more D. 50% less
23. Which of the following is TRUE
A. In winter, you will have difficulty starting up a car if it is kept in a garage.
B. Drivers should avoid necessary breaking and constant lane changes.
C. A steady 65 mph is the ideal speed to save gasoline.
D. Radial tyres can help increase mileage in expressway driving.
Passage 7
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(You may read the questions first.)
Box Office Instructions
Discounts/ Service charges: We offer children (12 and under), seniors (65 and over) and students (student ID card required) discounts on all seats. Please call the Box Office to know about any other possible discounts.
Returns/ Exchanges: We are happy to offer returns or exchanges of tickets purchased up until the close of the last business day before the show with a $3.00 per ticket fee for this service. The box office must be informed directly in order to exchange tickets to another date (this service is not available online).
Friendly reminders: Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the hall until a suitable break in the
performance. Children must be seated where they can be looked after by parents. Please show consideration for other audiences by not talking during the performance, and please encourage children to do the same. Cameras and recording equipment are not allowed to be used in our theatre. Please turn off all cell phones while enjoying the performance.
Will call: Please tell us at the time of booking if you would like your tickets mailed to you, otherwise they will be held for pickup at the box office.
21. We can learn from the passage that exchanges of tickets purchased ________.
A. are free of charge
B. are not available until the last business day
C. will not be given a big cash discount
D. need to contact the box office directly
22. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage
A. Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the theatre.
B. There is a special area for children in the theatre.
C. The audience is not allowed to take photos in the theatre.
D. Children can talk in a low voice during the performance.
23. According to the passage, the audience ________.
A. can receive their tickets by mail
B. can see the performance online
C. can’t take cell phones to the theatre
D. can’t return tickets in any case
Passage 8
(A)
Dear Daughter,
As we drove off from Columbia, I wanted to write a letter to
you to tell you all that is on my mind.
First, I want to tell you how proud we are. Getting into Columbia is a real proof of what a great well-rounded student you are. You should be as proud of yourself as we are.
It is in college that you will discover what learning is about. This will be the period where you go from teacher-taught to master-inspired, after which you must become self-learner. So do take each subject seriously, and even if what you learn isn’t critical for your life, the learning skills you acquire will be something you will treasure forever.
Follow your passion in college. Take courses you think you will enjoy. Don’t be trapped by what others think or say, but make up your own mind.
Most importantly, make friends and be happy. Pick a few friends and become really close to them – pick the ones who are genuine to you. Don’t worry about their grades, looks, or even personalities.
Start planning early. I think your plan to study fashion is good, and you should decide where you want to be, and get onto the right courses.
Whether it is coursework planning or picking a major, you should take control of your life. I will always be there for you, but the time has come for you to be in the driver’s seat – this is your life, and you need to be in control. Being in control feels great.
So please treasure your college years – make the best of your free time, become an independent thinker in control of your destiny fate, learn and grow through your successes and challenges.
May your years at Columbia be the happiest of your life, and may you blossom into just what you dream to be.
Love,
Dad (& Mom)
21. According to the letter the author’s daughter is ______.
A. scared to be leaving home B. a well-rounded student
C. the pride of her university D. learning to drive a car
22. Which advice below is given to his daughter by the author
A. Party with friends in her free time.
B. Ignore what others think or say.
C. choose friends with similar personalities.
D. Treasure and make the best of her college years.
23. From the passage, we can conclude the father is ______.
A. worried about his daughter B. strict with his daughter
C. positive about his daughter’s future D. sad about his daughter’s leaving home
Passage 9
A
Summer Activities
Experience the romance of Paris with an unforgettable night out that combines three of the top tours in the City of Lights. Choose from dinner at the Eiffel Tower’s unique restaurant against the night sky, at Les Ombres restaurant, a particular meal aboard a dining cruise down the Seine River or cap off the night with a Parisian cabaret show at the Moulin Rouge nightclub.
Activity Description Cost
Eiffel Tower Dinner Settle in to your private table at the modern 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant for a 3-course meal of classic French style accompanied by your choice of wine. The dining room are around the first-floor observation deck of the Eiffel Tower 58 meters (190 feet) above ground, so you can enjoy city views through expansive picture windows. $318.10
Seine River Cruise Dinner Step into a 3-course dinner aboard the Marina de Paris floating restaurant. While you dine, cruise past the famous monuments of Paris, including the Louvre, $313.37
Notre Dame cathedral(大教堂), the Eiffel Tower and several of the city’s historic bridges. At the end of your dinner cruise, visit the twinkling Eiffel Tower for an hour.
Les Ombres restaurant Dinner Enjoy a 3-course meal dinner at Les Ombres restaurant, all drinks included and a glass of champagne. $282.62
Moulin Rouge Show Following your dinner option, travel by air-conditioned coach to the district of Montmartre, the heart of Paris. Head to the Moulin Rouge nightclub and settle in to your seats for the classic Parisian cabaret show which features more than 100 talented performers. Be attracted by a parade of bejeweled and feathered costumes as dancers perform. $348.84
21. Which activity will you choose if you want to see cabaret show
A. Eiffel Tower Dinner B. Seine River Cruise Dinner
C. Les Ombres restaurant Dinner D. Moulin Rouge Show
22. What will the visitors do at the end of the Seine River dinner cruise
A. visit the Louvre
B. visit the Eiffel Tower
C. visit the Notre Dame cathedral
D. visit the district of Montmartre
23. How much does the Les Ombres restaurant Dinner cost
A. $282.62 B. $313.37 C. $318.10 D. $348.84
Passage10
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British Museum
Located in Great Russell Street，London WC1B 3DG，the British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is free to all visitor s.The British Museum s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture，and it has more than 7 million objects，so it would probably take a week to see everything．
Over 6million visitors every year experience the collection，including world-famous objects such as the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies．
Admission and opening times
Free open daily 10：00 to 17：30．
Open until 20：30 on Fridays，except Good Friday．
Closed on 24，25 and 26 December and 1 January．
Large luggage，suitcases and cabin baggage
For everyone's safety, all bags, packages and personal items may be searched before entry. Wheeled cases and large items of luggage are not allowed on British Museum for safety and security reasons．Storage for luggage is available at major rail stations，including Euston，King's Cross and Charing Cross．
Membership
Membership allows you to discover 2 million years of human history with free unlimited entry to special exhibitions，an exclusive discount offer on magazine subscription and many more benefits．
Individual membership： 74
Under 26 membership： 54
Young friends （ages 8-15）： 25
Shops
The Museum has four shops where you can buy books， souvenirs， and family gifts．
21．When can you visit the British Museum？__________
A．At 9：00 Friday． B．At 12：00 Monday．
C．On Christmas Day． D．On Good Friday．
22．Where can visitors store their large luggage． ________
A．At major train stations． B．At some crossings．
C．In the hall of the Museum． D．At the entrance to the Museum．
23．If two friends aged 14 and 18 apply for membership of the Museum， how much should they pay？___
A． 25． B． 79． C． 50． D． 148．
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