考点1 阅读理解 介绍推荐类—五年(2020—2024年)高考英语真题专项分类汇编
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一、阅读理解
We all know fresh is best when it comes to food. However, most produce at the store went through weeks of travel and covered hundreds of miles before reaching the table. While farmer's markets are a solid choice to reduce the journey, Babylon Micro-Farm (BMF) shortens it even more.
BMF is an indoor garden system. It can be set up for a family. Additionally, it could serve a larger audience such as a hospital, restaurant or school. The innovative design requires little effort to achieve a reliable weekly supply of fresh greens.
Specifically, it's a farm that relies on new technology. By connecting through the Cloud, BMF is remotely monitored. Also, there is a convenient app that provides growing data in real time. Because the system is automated, it significantly reduces the amount of water needed to grow plants. Rather than watering rows of soil, the system provides just the right amount to each plant. After harvest, users simply replace the plants with a new pre-seeded pod(容器) to get the next growth cycle started.
Moreover, having a system in the same building where it's eaten means zero emissions(排放) from transporting plants from soil to salad. In addition, there's no need for pesticides and other chemicals that pollute traditional farms and the surrounding environment.
BMF employees live out sustainability in their everyday lives. About half of them walk or bike to work. Inside the office, they encourage recycling and waste reduction by limiting garbage cans and avoiding single-use plastic. "We are passionate about reducing waste, carbon and chemicals in our environment," said a BMF employee.
1.What can be learned about BMF from paragraph 1
A. It guarantees the variety of food. B. It requires day-to-day care.
C. It cuts the farm-to-table distance. D. It relies on farmer's markets.
2.What information does the convenient app offer
A. Real-time weather changes. B. Current condition of the plants.
C. Chemical pollutants in the soil. D. Availability of pre-seeded pods.
3.What can be concluded about BMF employees
A. They have a great passion for sports.
B. They are devoted to community service.
C. They are fond of sharing daily experiences.
D. They have a strong environmental awareness.
4.What does the text mainly talk about
A. BMF's major strengths. B. BMF's general management.
C. BMF's global influence. D. BMF's technical standards.
Do you ever get to the train station and realize you forgot to bring something to read Yes, we all have our phones, but many of us still like to go old school and read something printed.
Well, there's a kiosk(小亭) for that. In the San Francisco Bay Area, at least.
"You enter the fare gates(检票口) and you'll see a kiosk that is lit up and it tells you can get a one-minute, a three-minute, or a five-minute story," says Alicia Trost, the chief communications officer for the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit—known as BART. "You choose which length you want and it gives you a receipt-like short story."
It's that simple. Riders have printed nearly 20,000 short stories and poems since the program was launched last March. Some are classic short stories, and some are new original works.
Trost also wants to introduce local writers to local riders. "We wanted to do something where we do a call to artists in the Bay Area to submit stories for a contest," Trost says. "And as of right now, we've received about 120 submissions. The winning stories would go into our kiosk and then you would be a published artist."
Ridership on transit(交通) systems across the country has been down the past half century, so could short stories save transit
Trost thinks so.
"At the end of the day all transit agencies right now are doing everything they can to improve the rider experience. So I absolutely think we will get more riders just because of short stories," she says.
And you'll never be without something to read.
5.Why did BART start the kiosk program
A. To promote the local culture. B. To discourage phone use.
C. To meet passengers' needs. D. To reduce its running costs.
6.How are the stories categorized in the kiosk
A. By popularity. B. By length. C. By theme. D. By language.
7.What has Trost been doing recently
A. Organizing a story contest. B. Doing a survey of customers.
C. Choosing a print publisher. D. Conducting interviews with artists.
8.What is Trost's opinion about BART's future
A. It will close down. B. Its profits will decline.
C. It will expand nationwide. D. Its ridership will increase.
The goal of this book is to make the case for digital minimalism, including a detailed exploration of what it asks and why it works, and then to teach you how to adopt this philosophy if you decide it's right for you.
To do so, I divided the book into two parts. In part one, I describe the philosophical foundations of digital minimalism, starting with an examination of the forces that are making so many people's digital lives increasingly intolerable, before moving on to a detailed discussion of the digital minimalism philosophy.
Part one concludes by introducing my suggested method for adopting this philosophy: the digital declutter. This process requires you to step away from optional online activities for thirty days. At the end of the thirty days, you will then add back a small number of carefully chosen online activities that you believe will provide massive benefits to the things you value.
In the final chapter of part one, I'll guide you through carrying out your own digital declutter. In doing so, I'll draw on an experiment I ran in 2018 in which over 1,600 people agreed to perform a digital declutter. You'll hear these participants' stories and learn what strategies worked well for them, and what traps they encountered that you should avoid.
The second part of this book takes a closer look at some ideas that will help you cultivate(培养) a sustainable digital minimalism lifestyle. In these chapters, I examine issues such as the importance of solitude(独处) and the necessity of cultivating high-quality leisure to replace the time most now spent on mindless device use. Each chapter concludes with a collection of practices, which are designed to help you act on the big ideas of the chapter. You can view these practices as a toolbox meant to aid your efforts to build a minimalist lifestyle that works for your particular circumstances.
9.What is the book aimed at
A. Teaching critical thinking skills. B. Advocating a simple digital lifestyle.
C. Solving philosophical problems. D. Promoting the use of a digital device.
10.What does the underlined word "declutter" in paragraph 3 mean
A. Clear-up. B. Add-on. C. Check-in. D. Take-over.
11.What is presented in the final chapter of part one
A. Theoretical models. B. Statistical methods.
C. Practical examples. D. Historical analyses.
12.What does the author suggest readers do with the practices offered in part two
A. Use them as needed. B. Recommend them to friends.
C. Evaluate their effects. D. Identify the ideas behind them.
Grading Policies for Introduction to Literature
Grading Scale
90-100, A; 80-89, B; 70-79, C; 60-69, D; Below 60, E.
Essays (60%)
Your four major essays will combine to form the main part of the grade for this course: Essay 1=10%; Essay 2=15%; Essay 3=15%; Essay 4=20%.
Group Assignments (30%)
Students will work in groups to complete four assignments(作业) during the course. All the assignments will be submitted by the assigned date through Blackboard, our online learning and course management system.
Daily Work/In-Class Writings and Tests/Group Work/Homework (10%)
Class activities will vary from day to day, but students must be ready to complete short in-class writings or tests drawn directly from assigned readings or notes from the previous class' lecture/discussion, so it is important to take careful notes during class. Additionally, from time to time I will assign group work to be completed in class or short assignments to be completed at home, both of which will be graded.
Late Work
An essay not submitted in class on the due date will lose a letter grade for each class period it is late. If it is not turned in by the 4th day after the due date, it will earn a zero. Daily assignments not completed during class will get a zero. Short writings missed as a result of an excused absence will be accepted.
13.Where is this text probably taken from
A. A textbook. B. An exam paper.
C. A course plan. D. An academic article.
14.How many parts is a student's final grade made up of
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Five.
15.What will happen if you submit an essay one week after the due date
A. You will receive a zero. B. You will lose a letter grade.
C. You will be given a test. D. You will have to rewrite it.
Choice of Walks for Beginner and Experienced Walkers
The Carlow Autumn Walking Festival is a great opportunity for the beginner, experienced or advanced walker to enjoy the challenges of Carlow's mountain hikes or the peace of its woodland walks.
Walk 1—The Natural World
With environmentalist anna Lamhna as the guide, this walk promises to be an informative tour. Walkers are sure to learn lots about the habitats and natural world of the Blackstairs.
Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 09: 00
Start Point: Scratoes Bridge
Walk Duration: 6 hours
Walk 2—Introduction to Hillwalking
Emmanuel Chappard, an experienced guide, has a passion for making the great outdoors accessible to all. This mountain walk provides an insight into the skills required for hillwalking to ensure you get the most from future walking trips.
Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 09: 00
Start Point: Deerpark Car Park
Walk Duration: 5 hours
Walk 3—Moonlight Under the Stars
Walking at night-time is a great way to step out of your comfort zone. Breathtaking views of the lowlands of Carlow can be enjoyed in the presence of welcoming guides from local walking clubs. A torch(手电筒) along with suitable clothing is essential for walking in the dark. Those who are dressed inappropriately will be refused permission to participate.
Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 18: 30
Start Point: The Town Hall
Walk Duration: 3 hours
Walk 4—Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest
This informative walk led by Richard Smyth introduces you to the basic principles of photography in the wild. Bring along your camera and enjoy the wonderful views along this well-surfaced forest path.
Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 11: 45
Start Point: Kilbrannish Forest Recreation Area
Walk Duration: 1.5 hours
16.Which walk takes the shortest time
A. The Natural World.
B. Introduction to Hillwalking.
C. Moonlight Under the Stars.
D. Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest.
17.What are participants in Walk 3 required to do
A. Wear proper clothes. B. Join a walking club.
C. Get special permits. D. Bring a survival guide.
18.What do the four walks have in common
A. They involve difficult climbing. B. They are for experienced walkers.
C. They share the same start point. D. They are scheduled for the weekend.
Pali Overnight Adventures offers children and teens exciting experiences this summer. From broadcasting to street art, these are just 4 of the 17 highly unique camps being offered.
Broadcasting Camp
Become the next star reporter, news writer, director or producer. While running every aspect of our own news station, kids and their fellow campers will create and host a broadcast airing each night at dinner for the entire camp. Every night it goes on the web, keeping parents and the world informed of the happenings at Pali.
Secret Agent Camp
In the movie Mission Impossible, Tom Cruise made being a secret agent seem like the coolest job ever. Campers who sign up for the 2-week secret agent camp can get to know about the life of real secret agents by learning strategies and military skills on the paintball field.
Culinary Camp
If your child enjoys being in the kitchen, then the culinary camp is definitely the right fit. Campers learn technical skills of roasting, frying and cutting, as well as some recipes that they can take home and share with their families.
Street Art Camp
This camp takes creative license to an entirely new level. Campers will share their colorful ideas and imagination with each other and work together to visualize, sketch and paint with non-traditional techniques to create the coolest mural(壁画) which will be displayed in public for all to see.
19.How many camps does Pali Overnight Adventures offer this summer
A.2. B.4. C.17. D.21.
20.What will campers do at the Broadcasting Camp
A.Create a website. B.Run a news station.
C.Meet a star reporter. D.Hold a dinner party.
21.Which camp will attract children who are interested in cooking
A.Broadcasting Camp. B.Secret Agent Camp.
C.Culinary Camp D.Street Art Camp.
参考答案
1.答案: C
解析:细节理解题。根据第一段"However, most produce at the store went through weeks of travel and covered hundreds of miles before reaching the table. While farmer's markets are a solid choice to reduce the journey, Babylon Micro-Farm (BMF) shortens it even more."可知,BMF公司缩短了农产品到达人们餐桌的距离。故选C。
2.答案: B
解析:细节理解题。根据第三段"there is a convenient app that provides growing data in real time"可知,该应用程序能实时提供植物的生长数据。故选B。
3.答案: D
解析:推理判断题。根据最后一段"BMF employees live out sustainability in their everyday lives."和"We are passionate about reducing waste, carbon and chemicals in our environment"可知,BMF的员工有强烈的环保意识。故选D。
4.答案:A
解析:主旨大意题。通读全文可知,文章从各方面凸显了BMF的优势。故选A。
5.答案: C
解析:推理判断题。根据第一段"Do you ever get to the train station and realize you forgot to bring something to read Yes, we all have our phones, but many of us still like to go old school and read something printed."和第二段"Well, there's a kiosk(小亭) for that."可知,很多人仍然喜欢阅读传统的纸质文本。为了满足乘客的需求,BART启动了阅读亭项目。故选C。
6.答案: B
解析:细节理解题。根据第三段"it tells you can get a one-minute, a three-minute, or a five-minute story"和"You choose which length you want"可知,阅读亭的故事按长度分类。故选B。
7.答案: A
解析:细节理解题。根据第五段"we do a call to artists in the Bay Area to submit stories for a contest"和"as of right now, we've received about 120 submissions"可知,Trost最近在组织故事比赛。故选A。
8.答案: D
解析:细节理解题。根据第八段"So I absolutely think we will get more riders just because of short stories"可知,Trost认为BART的乘客量会增加。故选D。
9.答案: B
解析:推理判断题。根据第一段"The goal of this book is to make the case for digital minimalism"和最后一段"a sustainable digital minimalism lifestyle"可知,本书旨在倡导一种数字极简主义生活方式。故选B。
10.答案: A
解析:词义猜测题。根据第三段"Part one concludes by introducing my suggested method for adopting this philosophy: the digital declutter. This process requires you to step away from optional online activities for thirty days."可知,本段介绍了"数字清理"这一方法。clear-up(整理,清理)与划线词含义相近。故选A。
11.答案: C
解析:细节理解题。根据第四段"In the final chapter of part one, I'll guide you through carrying out your own digital declutter."和"You'll hear these participants' stories"可知,这本书第一部分的最后一章提供了真实的例子。故选C。
12.答案: A
解析:推理判断题。根据最后一段"You can view these practices as a toolbox meant to aid your efforts to build a minimalist lifestyle that works for your particular circumstances."可知,作者在第二部分建议读者在需要的时候使用这些方法。故选A。
13.答案: C
解析:推理判断题。通读全文可知,本文介绍了文学入门这门课程的评分原则,因此本文可能选自一个课程计划。故选C。
14.答案: B
解析:细节理解题。根据"Essays (60%)"、"Group Assignments (30%)"和"Daily Work/In-Class Writings and Tests/Group Work/Homework (10%)"可知,学生的期末成绩由三部分组成。故选B。
15.答案: A
解析:细节理解题。根据最后一段"If it is not turned in by the 4th day after the due date, it will earn a zero."可知,如果你在截止日期过后一周才上交,你的成绩将会是零分。故选A。
16.答案: D
解析:细节理解题。根据四项活动中Walk Duration部分可知,Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest花费的时间最短。故选D。
17.答案: A
解析:细节理解题。根据Walk 3—Moonlight Under the Stars中"A torch(手电筒) along with suitable clothing is essential for walking in the dark. Those who are dressed inappropriately will be refused permission to participate."可知,Walk 3的参加者需要穿着合适的衣服。故选A。
18.答案:D
解析:细节理解题。根据四项活动中Date and Time部分可知,这些活动都在周末举办。故选D。
19.答案:C
解析:细节理解题。由文章第一段第二句From broadcasting to street art, these are just 4 of the 17 highly unique camps being offered.可知,从广播到街头艺术,这只是17个非常独特的营地中的4个。故今年夏天巴利岛有17个露营地,C项符合文意。故正确答案为C。
20.答案:B
解析:细节理解题。由文章小标题Broadcasting Camp下第二句While running every aspect of our own news station, kids and their fellow campers will create and host a broadcast airing each night at dinner for the entire camp.可知,在运营我们"自己的新闻电台的同时,孩子们和他们的同伴们将在每晚的晚餐时为整个营地创造并主持一个广播节目。故B项符合文意。故正确答案为B。
21.答案:C
解析:细节理解题。由文章小标题Culinary Camp下If your child enjoys being in the kitchen, then the culinary camp is definitely the right fit. Campers learn technical skills of roasting, frying and cutting, as well as some recipes that they can take home and share with their families.可知,如果你的孩子喜欢在厨房里,那么烹饪夏令营绝对是最合适的。营员们学习烘焙、油炸和切割的技术,以及一些可以带回家与家人分享的食谱。故对烹饪感兴趣的孩子应该会被Culinary Camp吸引。故正确答案为C。