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百日打卡-阅读主旨大意3
高考真题8
In the mid-1990s, Tom Bissell taught English as a volunteer in Uzbekistan. He left after seven months, physically broken and having lost his mind. A few years later, still attracted to the country, he returned to Uzbekistan to write an article about the disappearance of the Aral Sea.
His visit, however, ended up involving a lot more than that. Hence this book, Chasing the Sea. Lost Among the Ghosts of Empire in Central Asia, which talks about a road trip from Tashkent to Karakalpakstan, where millions of lives have been destroved by the slow drying up of the sea. It is the story of an American travelling to a strange land, and of the people he meets on his way: Rustam his translator, a lovely 24-year-old who picked up his colorful English in California, Oleg and Natasha, his hosts in Tashkent, and a string of foreign aid workers.
This is a quick look at life in Uzbekistan, made of friendliness and warmth, but also its darker side of society. In Samarkand, Mr Bissell admires the architectural wonders. while on his way to Bukhara he gets a taste of police methods when suspected of drug dealing. In Ferghana, he attends a mountain funeral (葬礼) followed by a strange drinking party. And in Karakalpakstan, he is saddened by the dust storms, diseases and fishing boats stuck miles from the sea.
Mr Bissell skillfully orcanizes historical insights and cultural references, making his tale a well-rounded picture of Uzbekistan, seen from Western eyes. His judgment and references are decidedly American, as well as his delicate stomach. As the author explains, this is neither a travel nor a history book, or even a piece of reportage. Whatever it is, the result is a fine and vivid description of the purest of Central Asian traditions.
11. What is the purpose of this text
A. To introduce a book
B. To explain a cultural phenomenon.
C. To remember a writer.
D. To recommend a travel destination.
8【答案与解析】
A主旨大意题文章第一段和第二段开头部分交代了Chasing the Sea: Lost Among the Ghosts of Empire in Central Asia这本书的创作背景;第二段后半部分和第三段介绍了书的具本内容,包括主题、人物和事件等;最后一段描述了作者的创作手法、写作技巧以及对书的评价。综合全文来看,本文的中心是围绕着一本书展开的, 目的就是为了介绍这本书。
高考真题9
According to a recent study in the Journal of Consumer Research, both the size and
consumption habits of our eating companions can influence our food intake. And contrary to existing research that says you should avoid eating with heavier people who order large portions(份), it's the beanpoles with big appetites you really need to avoid.
12. What is the recent study mainly about
A. Food safety.
C. Consumer demand.
B. Movie viewership.
D. Eating behavior.
9【答案与解析】
D主旨大意题文章第一段第一句提到,根据《消费者研究杂志》最近的一项研究,我们就餐时,同伴的体型和饮食习惯都会影响我们的食物摄入量。再结合下文内容可知,这项研究是有关饮食行为的。
高考真题10
How to Use a Modern Public Librar
Has it been a while since your last visit to a public library If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. It's been years since they were dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themselves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge, meet interesting people, or find out how to start a business.
40. What is the purpose of the passage
A. To point out the importance of public libraries
B. To encourage people to work in public libraries.
C. To introduce the improved services of public libraries.
D. To call for the modernization of public library systems.
10【答案与解析】
C,主旨大意题。从文章标题How to Use a Modern Public Library可知,本文是关于如何使用现代公共图书馆的,也就是介绍了改进之后的公共图书馆服务。故选择C.
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百日打卡-阅读主旨大意3
高考真题8
In the mid-1990s, Tom Bissell taught English as a volunteer in Uzbekistan. He left after seven months, physically broken and having lost his mind. A few years later, still attracted to the country, he returned to Uzbekistan to write an article about the disappearance of the Aral Sea.
His visit, however, ended up involving a lot more than that. Hence this book, Chasing the Sea. Lost Among the Ghosts of Empire in Central Asia, which talks about a road trip from Tashkent to Karakalpakstan, where millions of lives have been destroved by the slow drying up of the sea. It is the story of an American travelling to a strange land, and of the people he meets on his way: Rustam his translator, a lovely 24-year-old who picked up his colorful English in California, Oleg and Natasha, his hosts in Tashkent, and a string of foreign aid workers.
This is a quick look at life in Uzbekistan, made of friendliness and warmth, but also its darker side of society. In Samarkand, Mr Bissell admires the architectural wonders. while on his way to Bukhara he gets a taste of police methods when suspected of drug dealing. In Ferghana, he attends a mountain funeral (葬礼) followed by a strange drinking party. And in Karakalpakstan, he is saddened by the dust storms, diseases and fishing boats stuck miles from the sea.
Mr Bissell skillfully orcanizes historical insights and cultural references, making his tale a well-rounded picture of Uzbekistan, seen from Western eyes. His judgment and references are decidedly American, as well as his delicate stomach. As the author explains, this is neither a travel nor a history book, or even a piece of reportage. Whatever it is, the result is a fine and vivid description of the purest of Central Asian traditions.
11. What is the purpose of this text
A. To introduce a book
B. To explain a cultural phenomenon.
C. To remember a writer.
D. To recommend a travel destination.
高考真题9
According to a recent study in the Journal of Consumer Research, both the size and
consumption habits of our eating companions can influence our food intake. And contrary to existing research that says you should avoid eating with heavier people who order large portions(份), it's the beanpoles with big appetites you really need to avoid.
12. What is the recent study mainly about
A. Food safety.
C. Consumer demand.
B. Movie viewership.
D. Eating behavior.
高考真题10
How to Use a Modern Public Librar
Has it been a while since your last visit to a public library If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. It's been years since they were dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themselves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge, meet interesting people, or find out how to start a business.
40. What is the purpose of the passage
A. To point out the importance of public libraries
B. To encourage people to work in public libraries.
C. To introduce the improved services of public libraries.
D. To call for the modernization of public library systems.
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