廣安市2024高考英語閱讀理解一輪系列訓練（12）

　　閱讀理解。

　　Why should mankind explore space? Why should money, time and effort be spent exploring and researching something with so few apparent benefits? Why should resources be spent on space rather than on conditions and people on Earth? These are questions that, understandably, are very often asked.

　　Perhaps the best answer lies in our genetic makeup(基因構成) as human beings. What drove our ancestors to move from the trees into the plains, and on into all possible areas and environments? The wider the spread of a species, the better its chance of survival. Perhaps the best reason for exploring space is this genetic tendency to expand wherever possible.

　　Nearly every successful civilization has explored, because by doing so, any dangers in surrounding areas can be identified and prepared for. Without knowledge, we may be completely destroyed by the danger. With knowledge, we can lessen its effects.

　　Exploration also allows minerals and other potential(潛在的) resources to be found. Even if we have no immediate need of them, they will perhaps be useful later. Resources may be more than physical possessions. Knowledge or techniques have been acquired through exploration. The techniques may have medical applications which can improve the length or quality of our lives. We have already benefited from other spin-offs including improvements in earthquake prediction, in satellites for weather forecasting and in communications systems. Even non-stick pans and mirrored sunglasses are by-products(副產品) of technological developments in the space industry!

　　While many resources are spent on what seems a small return, the exploration of space allows creative, brave and intelligent members of our species to focus on what may serve to save us. While space may hold many wonders and explanations of how the universe was formed or how it works, it also holds dangers. The danger exists, but knowledge can help human beings to survive. Without the ability to reach out across space, the chance to save ourselves might not exist.

　　While Earth is the only planet known to support life, surely the adaptive ability of humans would allow us to live on other planets. It is true that the lifestyle would be different, but human life and cultures have adapted in the past and surely could in the future.

　　本文是一篇議論文，向我們闡述了人類進行太空探索的原因。人類的基因構成決定了人類探索其他領域包括太空的能力。人類探索太空可能暫時沒有多大用處，但是在將來這可能會幫助人類生存下去。

　　1．Why does the author mention the questions in Paragraph 1?

　　A．To express his doubts. B．To compare different ideas.

　　C．To introduce points for discussion.D．To describe the conditions on Earth.

　　答案：C。推理判斷題。作者在第一段提出問題目的是引出下面要討論的話題。

　　．What is the reason for exploring space based on Paragraph 2?

　　A．Humans are nature-born to do so.

　　B．Humans have the tendency to fight.

　　C．Humans may find new sources of food.

　　D．Humans don't like to stay in the same place.

　　答案：A。細節理解題。根據第二段的第一句可知人類探索太空的原因是其基因的構成。

　　．The underlined word “spin-offs” in Paragraph 4 probably refers to ________.

　　A．survival chances B．potential resources

　　C．unexpected benefitsD．physical

　　possessions

　　答案：C。詞義猜測題。后面所說的“improvements in earthquake prediction，in satellites for weather forecasting and in communications systems”可知此處的劃線短語意為“益處，好處”。

　　．What makes it possible for humans to live on other planets?

　　A．Our genetic makeup. B．Resources on the earth.

　　C．The adaptive ability of humans.D．By-products in space exploration.

　　答案：C。細節理解題。根據最后一段的第一句話可知，人類的適應能力會讓人類在其他星球生存下去。

　　．Which of the statements can best sum up the passage?

　　A．Space exploration has created many wonders.

　　B．Space exploration provides the best value for money.

　　C．Space exploration can benefit science and technology.

　　D．Space exploration may help us avoid potential problems on Earth.

　　答案：D。主旨大意題。A、B兩項可以容易地排除。全文主要講的是太空探索對幫助人類生存的益處，而不是對科技的益處。

　　Camilla Tadich (An Exhibition At Dianne Tanzer Gallery＋Projects)

　　Sat,28 January,2024—Sat,3 March,2024　10：00 am—5：00 pm

　　Dianne Tanzer Gallery＋Projects,108—110 Gertrude St Fitzroy，VIC

　　Camilla Tadich’s practice focuses on the night Australian landscape and explores spaces within darkness.Senses are enhanced as we traverse the darkened landscapes of these paintings.

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　　Healing the Bay

　　Tue,31 January,2024—Tue,27 March,2024　10：00 am—6：00 pm

　　Galleon Cafe,9 Carlisle Street，St Kilda

　　This exhibition brings artistic concern for the health of Port Phillip Bay and in particular the coastal stretch of the City of Port Phillip.The works in a number of media will bring public insight and inspiration to a range of issues that are putting pressure on our bay，including sea level rise，environmental concerns，coastal development and sustainability.

　　History And Heritage—Melton Photography Exhibition

　　Wed,15 February,2024—Sun,26 February,2024　9：00 am—5：00pm

　　323 High Street，Melton，VIC

　　The History and Heritage of Melton Photography Exhibition is a community driven project that promotes the exchange of material，research and participation.This “grass roots” approach to the development of this exhibition ensures that there is a sustainable preservation of culture and active engagement with local history.The History and Heritage of Melton and District Newsletter evolved from this exhibition and this publication was a Sustainable Cities Awards Finalist in 2011.

　　Conservatory Of Singular Specimens—An Environmental Art Exhibition

　　Thu,16 February,2024—Sun,26 February,2024　9：00 am—5：00 pm

　　Bolin Bolin Gallery,6 Manningham Rd West，Bulleen

　　Sanctum Theatre’s Conservatory of Singular Specimens is an “ark upon which Sanctum artists attempt to rescue some of our most significant species”．Artworks will include sculptures，paintings，drawings，puppets and installations.This exhibition will be opened on Gaia night,23 Feb—see separate listing for details.This event will raise funds for Sustainable Gardening Australia.

　　1．We can infer that Camilla Tadich may be

　　.

　　A．a historian

　　B．a painter

　　C．a photographer

　　D．an environmentalist

　　2．If you visit Gallen Cafe，you are interested in

　　A．enjoying the night scenes

　　B．learning about the history

　　C．protecting the environment

　　D．saving the species of plants

　　3．According to the text，Melton Photography exhibition

　　A．is promoted by active photographs

　　B．is a project to record local history

　　C．is to spread culture between communities

　　D．is developed through the efforts of local people

　　4．To collect money for a project，you may choose

　　A．Camilla Tadich

　　B．History And Heritage

　　C．Healing The Bay

　　D．Conservatory Of Singular Specimens

　　1．B　[細節理解題。根據第一部分的“Camilla Tadich’s practice focuses on...the darkened landscapes of these paintings.”可知，這個展覽主要是關于澳大利亞夜景的繪畫，因此表明他是一個畫家。]

　　2．C　[細節理解題。根據第二部分“Galleon Cafe,9 Carlisle Street，St Kilda”和“environment concerns”可知，這個展覽是關于保護環境的。]

　　3．D　[細節理解題。結合第三部分的“This ‘grass roots’ approach to the development of this exhibition ensures that there is a sustainable preservation of culture and active engagement with local history.”可知，這個展覽是社區的人們共同推動的。]

　　4．D　[推理判斷題。根據最后一部分的最后一句“This event will raise funds for Sustainable Gardening Australia.”可知這個展覽會是為一個項目募捐的。]

　　（2024高考閱讀理解）閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的選項中選出最佳選項。

　　Two years ago my grandmother was going to turn 75.My family discussed what the best way to celebrate was.Should we throw her a party？Should we take her on a trip？We remembered that she had touched so many people’s lives，and there were so many people for her to consider.Then someone got the idea that we should include everyone in the celebration by turning it into a tribute(獻禮) to my grandmother.

　　We secretly sent out letters to the people in grandmother’s address book and asked them to send a letter with a memory that they had shared with her.People sent us letters with poems，stories and pictures.The deep feeling that was shared through the response surprised us.We compiled(編纂) these letters into a memory book and amazed her with it on the morning of her birthday.

　　The unusual thing about my grandmother’s friends was not the number that she had，but the connection they shared.In many ways this book of friendship was the greatest achievement of my grandmother’s life.

　　I believe that developing true friendships is one of the most important things that anyone can do in one’s lifetime.It is not a matter of the number of friends one has，but the quality of the bonds.If one has had at least one true friendship before dying，then one can say he has lived a successful life.I have made many friends and I believe I have begun to develop the same types of friendships my grandmother kept up over her lifetime.I only hope that I will be as successful as she has been.

　　1．How did the author’s family celebrate the grandmother’s birthday?

　　A．They took her on a trip across the country.

　　B．They gave her a memory book of friendship.

　　C．They invited all her friends to her birthday party.

　　D．They asked all her friends to send her cards.

　　2．When receiving her birthday gift，the author’s grandmother probably felt

　　A．disappointed and lonely

　　B．sorry and sad

　　C．surprised and pleased

　　D．nervous and excited

　　3．The underlined word “bonds” in the last paragraph probably means “　　”．

　　A．connections

　　B．works

　　C．successes

　　D．celebrations

　　4．According to the passage，the author probably agrees that

　　A．the more friends you have，the better

　　B．friends are more important than family

　　C．understanding leads to greater success

　　D．true friendship is very important to us

　　1．B　[細節理解題。根據第二段中的“We secretly sent out letters to the people in grandmother’s address book...”和“We compiled(編纂) these letters into a memory book...”可知，B項正確。]

　　2．C　[推理判斷題。根據第二段最后一句“We compiled(編纂) these letters into a memory book and amazed her with it on the morning of her birthday.”可推知，作者的奶奶在收到禮物時，既驚訝又開心。]

　　3．A　[詞義猜測題。根據文章第三段第一句話“The unusual thing about my grandmother’s friends was not the number that she had，but the connection they shared.”可推知。connection聯結，符合題意。]

　　4．D　[觀點態度題。根據最后一段中的“I believe that developing true friendships is one of the most important things that anyone can do in one’s lifetime.”可推知，D項正確。]

　　【2024模擬題】閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的四個選項（A、B、C和D）中，選出最佳選項。This year some twenty-three hundred teenagers (young people aged from 13-19) from all over the world will spend about ten months in U.S homes. They will attend U.S. schools, meet U.S. teenagers, and form impressions of the real America. At the same time, about thirteen hundred American teenagers will go to other countries to learn new languages and gain a new understanding of the rest of the world.

　　Here is a two-way student exchange in action. Fred nineteen spent last year in Germany with George’s family. In turn, George’s son Mike spent a year in Fred’s home in America.

　　Fred, a lovely young man, knew little German when he arrived, but after two months’ study, the language began to come to him. The school was completely differently different from what he had expected—much harder. Students rose respectfully when the teacher entered the room. They took fourteen subjects instead of the six that are usual in the United States. There were almost no outside activities.

　　Family life, too, was different. The father’s word was law, and all activities were around the family rather than the individual. Fred found the food too simple at first. Also, he missed having a car.

　　“Back home, you pick up some friends in a car and go out and have a good time. In Germany, you walk, but you soon learn to like it.”

　　At the same time, in America, Mike, a friendly German boy, was also forming his idea. “I suppose I should criticize American schools,” he says. “It is far too easy by our level. But I have to say that I like it very much. In Germany we do nothing but study. Here we take part in many outside activities. I think that maybe your schools are better in training for citizens. There ought to be some middle ground between the two.”

　　1. This year________ teenagers will take part in the exchange program between America and other countries.

　　A. twenty three hundred

　　B. thirteen hundred

　　C. over three thousand

　　D. less than two thousand

　　2. The whole exchange program is mainly to_________.

　　A. help teenagers in other countries know the real America

　　B. send students in America to travel in Germany

　　C. let students learn something about other countries

　　D. have teenagers learn new languages

　　3. What is particular in America schools is that________.

　　A. there is some middle ground between the two teaching buildings.

　　B. there are a lot of outside activities

　　C. students usually take fourteen subjects in all

　　D. students go outside to enjoy themselves in a car.

　　參考答案1—3. CCB

　　閱讀理解。閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的四個選項（A、B、C和D）中，選出最佳選項。

　　F. Scott Fitzgerald, born on September 24, 1896, an American novelist, was once a student of St. Paul Academy, the Newman School and attended Princeton. University for a short while. In 1917 he joined the army and was posted in Alabama, where he met his future wife Zelda Sayre. Then he had to make some money to impress her.

　　His life with her was full of great happiness, as he wrote in his diary: “My own happiness in the past often approached such joy that I could share it even with the person dearest to me but had to walk it away in quiet streets and take down parts of it in my diary.”

　　This side of paradise, his first novel, was published in 1920. Encouraged by its success, Fitzgerald began to devote more time to his writing. Then he continued with the novel the Beautiful and Damned (1922), a collection of short stories Thales of the Jazz Age (1922), and a play The Vegetable (1923). But his greatest success was The Great Gatsby, published in 1925, which quick brought him praise from the literary world. Yet it failed to give him the needed financial security. Then, in 1926, he published another collection of short stories All the Sad Young Men.