周末大自习·话题集训 第六周 演练话题——自然灾害
卷(一) 话题阅读提速练(限时35分钟)
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
As most people know, in the past few years, sandstorms have swept across many cities and areas of North China, polluting the air and disturbing daily lives of human beings. People look dirty and suffer many kinds of illnesses, such as breath difficulty. The sandstorm is such a serious problem that it has not only undermined the industrial and agricultural development of our country but also caused a lot of trouble to the living conditions of the Chinese people. It is expected that effective (有效的) measures should be taken as soon as possible through our joint efforts to limit its occurrence.
So what should we do with the frightening sandstorms Some experts put forward practical suggestions as follows: For one thing, more funds (基金) ought to be put into tree planting and forest protection so as to keep more water resources within the surface of the earth. For another, governments of all countries should make laws on environmental protection. For example, banning the use of throw away chopsticks and punishing illegal tree cutting. Scientists should also study and find ways to cut down the degree of its destruction and to improve the whole environment.
How people look forward to sunny days with little breeze (微风) touching their faces now and forever! Nevertheless, I am fully confident that the golden days can come back so long as everyone tries his best to protect natural environment from today on.
1．The underlined word “undermined” in Paragraph 1
means ________.
A．weakened B．encouraged
C．kept D．made
2．From the first paragraph, we can infer ________.
A．China has taken no measures to prevent sandstorms
B．sandstorms can cause much damage to human beings and their daily lives
C．the sandstorm is the most dangerous natural disaster to human beings
D．more sandstorms will happen in the near future in North China
3. How many ways do some experts put forward to fight against sandstorms
A．5. B．4.
C．3. D．2.
4．What's the author's attitude towards the situation to sandstorms' problems
A．Unconfident. B．Optimistic.
C．Regretful. D．Satisfied.
B
Fire drills (消防演习) are a big part of being safe in school: They prepare you for what you need to do in a fire. But what if there was a fire at home
It's a good idea for families to talk about what they would do to escape a fire. Different families will have different strategies. An escape plan can help every member of a family get out of a burning house. The idea is to get outside quickly and safely. Smoke from a fire can make it hard to see where things are, so it's important to learn and remember the different ways out of your home. How many exits (出口) are there How do you get to them from your room It's a good idea to have your parents draw a map of the escape plan for you.
If you're in a room with the door closed when the fire breaks out and you see smoke coming from under the door, don't open the door! If you don't see smoke, touch the door. If the door is not hot, open the door! Go toward your escape route exit and run away from fire as soon as possible.
If you can't get out fast, because fire or smoke is blocking an escape route, you'll want to shout for help. You can do this from an open window or call 911 if you have a phone with you.
Even if you're frightened, never hide under the bed or in a closet (壁橱). Then, firefighters or other adults will have a hard time finding you. The sooner they find you, the sooner you both can get out.
5．Which of the following can replace the underlined word “strategies”？
A．Results. B．Reasons.
C．Plans. D．Members.
6．When can you open the door and run out quickly in a fire
A．When you see no smoke.
B．When there is nobody around.
C．When you feel the door is hot.
D．When there is no smoke or heat.
7．What should you do if you are unable to escape from a fire
A．Hide yourself under the bed.
B．Open the window to call for help.
C．Leave the door open and wait for help.
D．Throw your phone away as soon as possible.
8．What does the text mainly tell us
A．What to do in a fire.
B．How to put out fires.
C．How to prevent fires.
D．Why to have fire drills.
Ⅱ.完形填空
My dad also taught me, by example, that a healthy lifestyle is important.He was __9__ ever sick.I don't think my dad ever even had a cup of coffee.He seldom __10__ alcohol.
He would say, “Bonnie, your __11__ is a reflection of your overall physical well being.So __12__ you want to sing well, take better care of yourself.” If I became hoarse (嘶哑) or caught a cold, he didn't __13__ me directly，“Well, Bonnie, you know, if you get to sleep a little earlier, that would probably be a good __14__.” When I decided to get silent about 18 years ago, he told me, “See, Bonnie, it's so great to see you in such strong voice __15__.”
He just did not complain (抱怨), even when he was uncomfortable towards the end, __16__ the cancer that eventually __17__ his life.He simply made a __18__ to be positive.
I am so glad that we had the __19__ to perform together.I was touched that he tried singing my music, __20__ the bluesy style didn't come __21__ to him.Then, when I had so much Grammy (格莱美奖) __22__ with my album Nick of Time in 1990, I __23__， hey, I had one of the greatest __24__ of all time in my family.I was very __25__ about doing The Boston Pops Show on TV with my dad.To __26__ me, he said, “Bonnie, a beautiful song is a beautiful song.Just __27__ it.” I looked in my dad's __28__， and there we were singing the Irving Berlin song.Of all the duets (二重唱) I've done, that one will always be a highlight.
9．A.possibly B．hardly
C．nearly D．almost
10．A.avoided B．banned
C．served D．touched
11．A.voice B．beauty
C．habit D．health
12．A.whether B．when
C．if D．though
13．A.punish B．scold
C．blame D．order
14．A.idea B．question
C．decision D．deed
15．A.all in all B．all over
C．all the time D．all right
16．A.from B．by
C．in D．at
17．A.carried B．took
C．changed D．lost
18．A.plan B．living
C．choice D．promise
19．A.time B．luck
C．energy D．chance
20．A.if only B．even though
C．whenever D．unless
21．A.happily B．fortunately
C．truly D．naturally
22．A.difficulty B．success
C．process D．effort
23．A.said B．guessed
C．meant D．realised
24．A.dancers B．editors
C．listeners D．singers
25．A.nervous B．shy
C．scared D．upset
26．A.teach B．train
C．calm D．praise
27．A.forget B．believe
C．make D．see
28．A.mind B．thought
C．heart D．eyes
卷(二) 短板题型强化练(限时45分钟)
Ⅰ.阅读七选五
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
A
Worrying problems are everywhere in our daily life. How to solve them The answer is that we must equip ourselves to deal with different kinds of worries by learning three basic steps of problem analysis. The three steps are：
Get the facts.
Why is it so important to get the facts Unless you have the facts, you can't possibly attempt to solve your problem intelligently. Without the facts, all you can do is wondering around in confusion. It is not an easy job to get facts.
When you are worried, your emotions are riding high. __1__ When trying to get the facts, you can pretend that you are collecting this information not for yourself but for some other person. __2__ You can also pretend that you are a lawyer preparing to agree. Try to get all the facts both on your side and the other side of the case. You will generally find the truth lies somewhere in between.
__3__
Whenever you are worried, write down the questions that make you worry. And write out all the various steps you could take and then the probable consequences (结果) of each step. For example, what am I worrying about What can I do about it Here is what I'm going to do about it. After carefully weighing all the facts, you can calmly come to a decision.
Act on that decision.
__4__ How can you break the worry habit before it breaks you Crowd worry out of your mind by keeping busy. Plenty of action is one of the best ways to cure worry. __5__ If you know a situation is beyond your power, say to yourself: “It is so; it can't be otherwise.” Don't permit little things to ruin your happiness. Try to cultivate a mental attitude that will bring you peace and happiness.
A．Accept what can't be avoided.
B．Analyze the facts.
C．There comes a time when you must decide and never look back.
D．But here are two ideas that can help you see the facts in a clear and objective way.
E．Unless you take your action, all your fact finding and analysis is a sheer waste of energy.
F．Decide how much anxiety a thing may be worth.
G．This will help you to take a cold and fair view of the evidence.
B
The right job
Many young people spend hour after hour considering what to do when they finish school. It is only a few who think about their choice of career (职业) and know what skills will get them there. For the rest of us, it's a case of just waiting to see what comes along. __6__ Now, here are a few things which can make choosing a good career a little easier.
The first thing you should do is get to know what your interests are. __7__ Are they physical or intellectual (智力的) activities, indoor or outdoor, with other people or alone
It is also important to know what your values and priorities (优先考虑的事) in life are. What's more important to you Is it wealth or a comfortable family life Knowing what your strengths and weaknesses are helps a lot, too. __8__ Do you find problem solving easy
You may take a gap year (间隔年) between school and university, and work as a volunteer. __9__ You'll also learn new skills and get experience that will prove priceless (极珍贵的) later in life. After all, employers want those experienced and skilled people.
Finally, you should never forget that whatever you choose, you don't necessarily have to do it forever. __10__ The important thing is to be satisfied with your life. As work plays such a key part in it, having a good career needs to be a priority.
A．What are you good at
B．You could change your mind whenever you want.
C．Ask people who are already working in that field.
D．Ask yourself what kind of activities you enjoy doing most.
E．This will give you more time to decide what you want to do.
F．Now it is becoming more and more difficult to find a good job.
G．After all, luck often plays an important part in the choices young people make.
Ⅱ.语法填空
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Working with elephants is one of the most popular volunteer activities in Thailand. And for good reason, these __1__ (amaze) creatures are huge, cute, and very intelligent. Often elephants __2__ (look) on as gentle animals, but it's good to remember that this isn't always the case. __3__ (sad), many elephants have faced terrible treatment, beaten into __4__ (give) performances or overworked at money hungry tourist attractions. A terribly treated elephant can become angry and kill if it feels threatened.
All that being said, volunteering for elephant __5__ (protect) can be a very rewarding experience. The important thing is to find the right opportunity. There are __6__ number of elephant sanctuaries (动物保护区) and parks, especially in Thailand. There you can do meaningful work __7__ (improve) the lives of elephants. The key is to do your research and watch out for places __8__ promise you big money.
If the volunteer organization seems to be paying more attention __9__ elephant rides and the elephants giving performances, be careful __10__ it is probably not a place with the elephants' best interests in mind.
Ⅲ.短文改错
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧)，并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2．只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。
On my first school day this term, my new English teacher enters the classroom. I so on found that she was the beautiful girl with a big smile on her face. First, she introduced her. Then she asked us introduce ourselves in turn with English. When it was my turn, I felt so shyly that I didn't dare to say a word. She came up to me and told me not to be afraid of.“Just have a try！” she encouraged. Hear this I slowly calmed down. Finally I managed to speak, but did it quite well. She praised me for my progresses. How happy I was then!周末大自习·话题集训 第六周 演练话题——自然灾害
卷(一) 话题阅读提速练(限时35分钟)
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
As most people know, in the past few years, sandstorms have swept across many cities and areas of North China, polluting the air and disturbing daily lives of human beings. People look dirty and suffer many kinds of illnesses, such as breath difficulty. The sandstorm is such a serious problem that it has not only undermined the industrial and agricultural development of our country but also caused a lot of trouble to the living conditions of the Chinese people. It is expected that effective (有效的) measures should be taken as soon as possible through our joint efforts to limit its occurrence.
So what should we do with the frightening sandstorms Some experts put forward practical suggestions as follows: For one thing, more funds (基金) ought to be put into tree planting and forest protection so as to keep more water resources within the surface of the earth. For another, governments of all countries should make laws on environmental protection. For example, banning the use of throw away chopsticks and punishing illegal tree cutting. Scientists should also study and find ways to cut down the degree of its destruction and to improve the whole environment.
How people look forward to sunny days with little breeze (微风) touching their faces now and forever! Nevertheless, I am fully confident that the golden days can come back so long as everyone tries his best to protect natural environment from today on.
1．The underlined word “undermined” in Paragraph 1
means ________.
A．weakened B．encouraged
C．kept D．made
2．From the first paragraph, we can infer ________.
A．China has taken no measures to prevent sandstorms
B．sandstorms can cause much damage to human beings and their daily lives
C．the sandstorm is the most dangerous natural disaster to human beings
D．more sandstorms will happen in the near future in North China
3. How many ways do some experts put forward to fight against sandstorms
A．5. B．4.
C．3. D．2.
4．What's the author's attitude towards the situation to sandstorms' problems
A．Unconfident. B．Optimistic.
C．Regretful. D．Satisfied.
B
Fire drills (消防演习) are a big part of being safe in school: They prepare you for what you need to do in a fire. But what if there was a fire at home
It's a good idea for families to talk about what they would do to escape a fire. Different families will have different strategies. An escape plan can help every member of a family get out of a burning house. The idea is to get outside quickly and safely. Smoke from a fire can make it hard to see where things are, so it's important to learn and remember the different ways out of your home. How many exits (出口) are there How do you get to them from your room It's a good idea to have your parents draw a map of the escape plan for you.
If you're in a room with the door closed when the fire breaks out and you see smoke coming from under the door, don't open the door! If you don't see smoke, touch the door. If the door is not hot, open the door! Go toward your escape route exit and run away from fire as soon as possible.
If you can't get out fast, because fire or smoke is blocking an escape route, you'll want to shout for help. You can do this from an open window or call 911 if you have a phone with you.
Even if you're frightened, never hide under the bed or in a closet (壁橱). Then, firefighters or other adults will have a hard time finding you. The sooner they find you, the sooner you both can get out.
5．Which of the following can replace the underlined word “strategies”？
A．Results. B．Reasons.
C．Plans. D．Members.
6．When can you open the door and run out quickly in a fire
A．When you see no smoke.
B．When there is nobody around.
C．When you feel the door is hot.
D．When there is no smoke or heat.
7．What should you do if you are unable to escape from a fire
A．Hide yourself under the bed.
B．Open the window to call for help.
C．Leave the door open and wait for help.
D．Throw your phone away as soon as possible.
8．What does the text mainly tell us
A．What to do in a fire.
B．How to put out fires.
C．How to prevent fires.
D．Why to have fire drills.
Ⅱ.完形填空
My dad also taught me, by example, that a healthy lifestyle is important.He was __9__ ever sick.I don't think my dad ever even had a cup of coffee.He seldom __10__ alcohol.
He would say, “Bonnie, your __11__ is a reflection of your overall physical well being.So __12__ you want to sing well, take better care of yourself.” If I became hoarse (嘶哑) or caught a cold, he didn't __13__ me directly，“Well, Bonnie, you know, if you get to sleep a little earlier, that would probably be a good __14__.” When I decided to get silent about 18 years ago, he told me, “See, Bonnie, it's so great to see you in such strong voice __15__.”
He just did not complain (抱怨), even when he was uncomfortable towards the end, __16__ the cancer that eventually __17__ his life.He simply made a __18__ to be positive.
I am so glad that we had the __19__ to perform together.I was touched that he tried singing my music, __20__ the bluesy style didn't come __21__ to him.Then, when I had so much Grammy (格莱美奖) __22__ with my album Nick of Time in 1990, I __23__， hey, I had one of the greatest __24__ of all time in my family.I was very __25__ about doing The Boston Pops Show on TV with my dad.To __26__ me, he said, “Bonnie, a beautiful song is a beautiful song.Just __27__ it.” I looked in my dad's __28__， and there we were singing the Irving Berlin song.Of all the duets (二重唱) I've done, that one will always be a highlight.
9．A.possibly B．hardly
C．nearly D．almost
10．A.avoided B．banned
C．served D．touched
11．A.voice B．beauty
C．habit D．health
12．A.whether B．when
C．if D．though
13．A.punish B．scold
C．blame D．order
14．A.idea B．question
C．decision D．deed
15．A.all in all B．all over
C．all the time D．all right
16．A.from B．by
C．in D．at
17．A.carried B．took
C．changed D．lost
18．A.plan B．living
C．choice D．promise
19．A.time B．luck
C．energy D．chance
20．A.if only B．even though
C．whenever D．unless
21．A.happily B．fortunately
C．truly D．naturally
22．A.difficulty B．success
C．process D．effort
23．A.said B．guessed
C．meant D．realised
24．A.dancers B．editors
C．listeners D．singers
25．A.nervous B．shy
C．scared D．upset
26．A.teach B．train
C．calm D．praise
27．A.forget B．believe
C．make D．see
28．A.mind B．thought
C．heart D．eyes
卷(二) 短板题型强化练(限时45分钟)
Ⅰ.阅读七选五
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
A
Worrying problems are everywhere in our daily life. How to solve them The answer is that we must equip ourselves to deal with different kinds of worries by learning three basic steps of problem analysis. The three steps are：
Get the facts.
Why is it so important to get the facts Unless you have the facts, you can't possibly attempt to solve your problem intelligently. Without the facts, all you can do is wondering around in confusion. It is not an easy job to get facts.
When you are worried, your emotions are riding high. __1__ When trying to get the facts, you can pretend that you are collecting this information not for yourself but for some other person. __2__ You can also pretend that you are a lawyer preparing to agree. Try to get all the facts both on your side and the other side of the case. You will generally find the truth lies somewhere in between.
__3__
Whenever you are worried, write down the questions that make you worry. And write out all the various steps you could take and then the probable consequences (结果) of each step. For example, what am I worrying about What can I do about it Here is what I'm going to do about it. After carefully weighing all the facts, you can calmly come to a decision.
Act on that decision.
__4__ How can you break the worry habit before it breaks you Crowd worry out of your mind by keeping busy. Plenty of action is one of the best ways to cure worry. __5__ If you know a situation is beyond your power, say to yourself: “It is so; it can't be otherwise.” Don't permit little things to ruin your happiness. Try to cultivate a mental attitude that will bring you peace and happiness.
A．Accept what can't be avoided.
B．Analyze the facts.
C．There comes a time when you must decide and never look back.
D．But here are two ideas that can help you see the facts in a clear and objective way.
E．Unless you take your action, all your fact finding and analysis is a sheer waste of energy.
F．Decide how much anxiety a thing may be worth.
G．This will help you to take a cold and fair view of the evidence.
B
The right job
Many young people spend hour after hour considering what to do when they finish school. It is only a few who think about their choice of career (职业) and know what skills will get them there. For the rest of us, it's a case of just waiting to see what comes along. __6__ Now, here are a few things which can make choosing a good career a little easier.
The first thing you should do is get to know what your interests are. __7__ Are they physical or intellectual (智力的) activities, indoor or outdoor, with other people or alone
It is also important to know what your values and priorities (优先考虑的事) in life are. What's more important to you Is it wealth or a comfortable family life Knowing what your strengths and weaknesses are helps a lot, too. __8__ Do you find problem solving easy
You may take a gap year (间隔年) between school and university, and work as a volunteer. __9__ You'll also learn new skills and get experience that will prove priceless (极珍贵的) later in life. After all, employers want those experienced and skilled people.
Finally, you should never forget that whatever you choose, you don't necessarily have to do it forever. __10__ The important thing is to be satisfied with your life. As work plays such a key part in it, having a good career needs to be a priority.
A．What are you good at
B．You could change your mind whenever you want.
C．Ask people who are already working in that field.
D．Ask yourself what kind of activities you enjoy doing most.
E．This will give you more time to decide what you want to do.
F．Now it is becoming more and more difficult to find a good job.
G．After all, luck often plays an important part in the choices young people make.
Ⅱ.语法填空
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Working with elephants is one of the most popular volunteer activities in Thailand. And for good reason, these __1__ (amaze) creatures are huge, cute, and very intelligent. Often elephants __2__ (look) on as gentle animals, but it's good to remember that this isn't always the case. __3__ (sad), many elephants have faced terrible treatment, beaten into __4__ (give) performances or overworked at money hungry tourist attractions. A terribly treated elephant can become angry and kill if it feels threatened.
All that being said, volunteering for elephant __5__ (protect) can be a very rewarding experience. The important thing is to find the right opportunity. There are __6__ number of elephant sanctuaries (动物保护区) and parks, especially in Thailand. There you can do meaningful work __7__ (improve) the lives of elephants. The key is to do your research and watch out for places __8__ promise you big money.
If the volunteer organization seems to be paying more attention __9__ elephant rides and the elephants giving performances, be careful __10__ it is probably not a place with the elephants' best interests in mind.
Ⅲ.短文改错
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧)，并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2．只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。
On my first school day this term, my new English teacher enters the classroom. I so on found that she was the beautiful girl with a big smile on her face. First, she introduced her. Then she asked us introduce ourselves in turn with English. When it was my turn, I felt so shyly that I didn't dare to say a word. She came up to me and told me not to be afraid of.“Just have a try！” she encouraged. Hear this I slowly calmed down. Finally I managed to speak, but did it quite well. She praised me for my progresses. How happy I was then!
