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高考真题11
"They tell me that you'd like to make a statue (塑像) of me-is that correct, Miss Vinnie Ream "
The deep, gentle voice helped calm the nervous girl. Asking a favor of the President of the United States was no casual matter, especially for a seventeen-year-old girl.
"Yes, sir"” she replied, her dark eves meeting his. "I wouldn't have dared to ask you, but my teacher, Mr. Mills, says I am ready. I plan to make it in an admirable manner.”
President Lincoln smiled. "Painters, sculptors they've all tried to make the best of this ordinary face, but I'm afraid there's not much hope. What did you have in mind, Miss Ream A bust (半身像) "
Before Vinnie could say yes, the President hurried on, a shade of apology in his voice, "Of course -I shouldn't have asked. A full-length pose would be much too big a project for a young woman your size."
Vinnie's face turned red. She realized she looked like a child, with her tiny figure. "Small does not mean weak, sir," She defended herself, " was born in the country of Wisconsin. I've driven teams of houses and carried water. Making a full-ength clay (粘土) figure would not exhaust my strength — and that is what I intend to do!"
The President's eyes, brightened at her show of spirit. "Sorry, madam. I have underestimated you as I didn't know your background
But his smile faded as he rubbed his beard with bony fingers, in thought. "Miss Ream," he sighed. "I'd like to let vou do it. but as vou know. we are in the middle of a war. How could I possibly take the time to pose for a sculpture now I hardly have a minute to myself"
Vinnie glanced around and noted the size of his office. "I work quickly," she said. Her voice was soft but confident as she pointed to the corner near the windows. "If I were to bring my clay here and work for three hours every afternoon, I could complete most of the project while you are at your desk."
The President seemed to consider her idea seriously. He got up and shook Vinnie's hand warmly, "I've heard that you are a talented young woman, and I have found you charming and intelligent as well. I cannot make my decision immediately, but you will hear from me soon."
The very next day, Vinnie received an invitation from the President.
45. What message does the story convey
A. A strong-willed soul can reach his goal.
B. Experience helps to promote excellence.
C. Ups and downs make one strong.
D. Devotion requires enthusiasm.
11【答案与解析】
A,主旨大意题。故事想传达的意思,也就是文章的主旨。本文讲述了一个17岁的小女孩给总统Lincoln做雕塑的事情。这一几乎不可能的事情在老师的帮助下,小女孩子的决心下,以及总统的理解下顺利完成。告诉了我们只要一直足够坚定,足够努力,很多事情都是可以做到的。故选择A.
高考真题12
For people who are interested in sound, the field of sound technology is definitely making noise in the past, sound engineers worked in the back rooms of recording studios, but many of today's sound professionals are sharing their knowledge and experience with professionals in other fields to create new products based on the phenomenon we call sound.
Sound can be used as a weapon. Imagine that a police officer is chasing thief. The thief tries to escape. And the officer can't let him get away. He pulls out special device, points it at the suspect, and switches it on. The thief drops to the ground. This new weapon is called a Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD,远程定向声波发射器). It produces a deafening sound so painful that it temporarily disables a person. The noise from the LRAD is directed like a ray of light and travels only into the ears of that person. but it is not deadly.
For those who hunger for some peace and quiet, sound can now create silence. Let's say you are at the airport, and the little boy on the seat next to you is humming (哼唱) a short commercial song. He hums it over and over again, and you are about to go crazy. Thanks to the Silence Machine. a British invention, you can get rid of the sound without upsetting the boy or his parents. One may wonder how the Silence Machine works. Well, it functions by analyzing the waves of the incoming sound and creating a second set of outgoing waves. The two sets of waves cancel each other out. Simply turn the machine on point it at the target, and your peace and quiet comes back.
Directed sound is a new technology that allows companies to use sound in much the same way spotlights (聚光灯) are used in the theater. A spotlight lights up only one section of a stage; similarly, a "spotsound" creates a circle of sound in one targeted area. This can be useful for businesses such as restaurants and stores because it offers a new way to attract customers. Restaurants can offer a choice of music along with the various food choices on the menu, allowing customers more control over the atmosphere in which they are dining. Directed sound is also beginning to appear in shopping centers and even at homes.
50. What does the passage focus on
A. How professionals invented sound products.
B. Inventions in the field of sound technology.
C. The growing interest in the study of sound
D. How sound engineers work in their studios.
12【答案与解析】
50. B.主旨大意题。文章第二,三和四段分别介绍了声音被用作武器,声音创造安静,声音可以起到类似于聚光灯一样的效果等三个声音的应用,所以文章主要关注点在声音科技的领域的发明。故选择B.
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"They tell me that you'd like to make a statue (塑像) of me-is that correct, Miss Vinnie Ream "
The deep, gentle voice helped calm the nervous girl. Asking a favor of the President of the United States was no casual matter, especially for a seventeen-year-old girl.
"Yes, sir"” she replied, her dark eves meeting his. "I wouldn't have dared to ask you, but my teacher, Mr. Mills, says I am ready. I plan to make it in an admirable manner.”
President Lincoln smiled. "Painters, sculptors they've all tried to make the best of this ordinary face, but I'm afraid there's not much hope. What did you have in mind, Miss Ream A bust (半身像) "
Before Vinnie could say yes, the President hurried on, a shade of apology in his voice, "Of course -I shouldn't have asked. A full-length pose would be much too big a project for a young woman your size."
Vinnie's face turned red. She realized she looked like a child, with her tiny figure. "Small does not mean weak, sir," She defended herself, " was born in the country of Wisconsin. I've driven teams of houses and carried water. Making a full-ength clay (粘土) figure would not exhaust my strength — and that is what I intend to do!"
The President's eyes, brightened at her show of spirit. "Sorry, madam. I have underestimated you as I didn't know your background
But his smile faded as he rubbed his beard with bony fingers, in thought. "Miss Ream," he sighed. "I'd like to let vou do it. but as vou know. we are in the middle of a war. How could I possibly take the time to pose for a sculpture now I hardly have a minute to myself"
Vinnie glanced around and noted the size of his office. "I work quickly," she said. Her voice was soft but confident as she pointed to the corner near the windows. "If I were to bring my clay here and work for three hours every afternoon, I could complete most of the project while you are at your desk."
The President seemed to consider her idea seriously. He got up and shook Vinnie's hand warmly, "I've heard that you are a talented young woman, and I have found you charming and intelligent as well. I cannot make my decision immediately, but you will hear from me soon."
The very next day, Vinnie received an invitation from the President.
45. What message does the story convey
A. A strong-willed soul can reach his goal.
B. Experience helps to promote excellence.
C. Ups and downs make one strong.
D. Devotion requires enthusiasm.
高考真题12
For people who are interested in sound, the field of sound technology is definitely making noise in the past, sound engineers worked in the back rooms of recording studios, but many of today's sound professionals are sharing their knowledge and experience with professionals in other fields to create new products based on the phenomenon we call sound.
Sound can be used as a weapon. Imagine that a police officer is chasing thief. The thief tries to escape. And the officer can't let him get away. He pulls out special device, points it at the suspect, and switches it on. The thief drops to the ground. This new weapon is called a Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD,远程定向声波发射器). It produces a deafening sound so painful that it temporarily disables a person. The noise from the LRAD is directed like a ray of light and travels only into the ears of that person. but it is not deadly.
For those who hunger for some peace and quiet, sound can now create silence. Let's say you are at the airport, and the little boy on the seat next to you is humming (哼唱) a short commercial song. He hums it over and over again, and you are about to go crazy. Thanks to the Silence Machine. a British invention, you can get rid of the sound without upsetting the boy or his parents. One may wonder how the Silence Machine works. Well, it functions by analyzing the waves of the incoming sound and creating a second set of outgoing waves. The two sets of waves cancel each other out. Simply turn the machine on point it at the target, and your peace and quiet comes back.
Directed sound is a new technology that allows companies to use sound in much the same way spotlights (聚光灯) are used in the theater. A spotlight lights up only one section of a stage; similarly, a "spotsound" creates a circle of sound in one targeted area. This can be useful for businesses such as restaurants and stores because it offers a new way to attract customers. Restaurants can offer a choice of music along with the various food choices on the menu, allowing customers more control over the atmosphere in which they are dining. Directed sound is also beginning to appear in shopping centers and even at homes.
50. What does the passage focus on
A. How professionals invented sound products.
B. Inventions in the field of sound technology.
C. The growing interest in the study of sound
D. How sound engineers work in their studios.
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