1、三英语一轮复习模块四模块测试牛津译林版模块测试四第一部分阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。AKites will take over the skies above St.Michel for a weekend this summer during the Grain de Ciel festival.The event,put on by the TOHU circus arts centre,is the biggest kite celebration in the city,an
2、d brings together master kite artists from all over Canada and the United States.During the weekend of June 6 and 7,onlookers will be appreciating dizzying displays of expert kite flying on the Windy Plain at the Saint-Michel Environmental Complex,where experts will show their beautifully hand-paint
3、ed creations.“Its a fun show for people to see,” says Karina Thevenin,TOHU spokesperson.“The demonstrations are usually performed with music in the background.They have small and giant kites,and the way they fly them is kind of like figure skating in the sky.”Kids are also invited to work alongside
4、master kite makers to design and build their very own kites,and when their finished product is ready to hit the skies,the experts will be on hand to help with tips and technique.In addition,there will be circus arts,hoola hoops and choreographed(精心设计的) flag-dancing workshops,interactive storytelling
5、 and guided tours.And should you have $3 to spare,you can enjoy the climbing wall,bungee activity,or have your face painted.The festival starts at 10 a.m.and is free to attend.For more information,call 514-374-3522.1.What can we know according to Karina Thevenin?A.All the kites are very large.B.The
6、kites look like humans.C.People fly kites in an artistic way.D.There are too many kites in the sky.2.What can kids do during the event?A.Make their own kites to fly.B.Receive many popular gifts.C.Take part in all activities for free.D.Learn to fly kites from their parents.3.What are you advised to d
7、o if you want to know more about the event?A.Make a telephone call.B.Pay a visit to the experts.C.Read the latest newspaper.D.Ask for help from your teacher.BWe received orders to provide medical aid for a troop on December 24,1944,only 11 days after we arrived in Belgium.This was one of the deadlie
8、st conflicts of World War .There was only one problem.We were lost.We didnt know how to find them because we were forbidden to use the radio.As night set in we hoped to find a place to sleep.Soon,we saw a large group of buildings.Two soldiers were ordered to approach the buildings and check it out.“
9、Mathias,” called the captain,“you go too,just in case.” I saluted,knowing full well what he meant by “just in case.” I could speak some German.We walked slowly to the large doors and banged it loudly.We waited,glancing nervously at each other.There was no response.We shrugged,almost ready to leave.B
10、ut then the door opened slowly.Women in white robes(睡袍)stood there holding candles.With one glance at our uniforms,they could see we were Americans.“Welcome,” they said in a happy blur(混合体)of German and French.We quickly called in other soldiers,and all of us,cold and exhausted,moved into the warm b
11、uilding.In one corner of a room was a Christmas tree.This was the most beautiful tree wed ever seen.I no longer felt so far from home.My thoughts were with my family.I saw the others close their eyes,and I knew they were with their loved ones too.Bombs could still be heard somewhere above us.But how
12、 could this be more like Christmas Eve?As if in answer,a childs sweet voice began to fill the room,floating through the open door.And soon the kids were climbing onto the soldiers backs.We made the kids laugh and had them singing American songs.We even sang some songs in German!It was Christmas afte
13、r all,and the miracle was real to me in a way it had never been before.We were not lost,as Id feared,nor would we lose this war.4.What did the soldiers not do according to the passage?A.Had no idea where they were.B.Forgot to take the radio along.C.Felt cold and tired at that time.D.Reached Belgium
14、on December 13.5.What does the underlined part “just in case” in Para.3 probably mean?A.The two soldiers might run away in the dark.B.Enemy soldiers might be inside the buildings.C.The writer should be responsible for their lives.D.They had to find a safe place to spend the night.6.How did the women
15、 feel when they knocked on the door?A.Nervous.B.Happy.C.Thrilled. D.Sad.7.What can we infer from the passage about the soldiers?A.They taught the kids to sing songs in German.B.They saved the women and kids in the buildings.C.They failed to find the troop that needed medical help.D.They spent an unf
16、orgettable Christmas Eve that night.导学号23500121CWe all have a fair idea about the common types of environmental issues.However,light pollution may be a new term to many of us.But,the fact is,man-made light does affect the natural light levels in the same way as other man-made sources.Similar to othe
17、r pollution types,it affects mankind,other living forms and the environment as a whole.What is light pollution?It is an umbrella term for representing all forms of misused artificial light.In the broad sense,light pollution is defined as the unwanted change of natural light levels in the environment
18、 due to effects of man-made light sources.Human activities are directly or indirectly responsible for this form of pollution.The obvious cause of light pollution is use of external lighting products inappropriately.It can be apartment light,office lighting,car headlights,station lights,streetlights
19、and many more.With reference to these many contributing sources,it wont be wrong to say that is an outcome of industrial civilization.Light pollution is harmful to both plants and animals.Upon studies,it is found that obvious effects are observed in the behavior of nocturnal(夜间的) animals.Needless to
20、 mention,bright light at night makes it difficult for these animals to hunt,wander and perform their regular activities.Light pollution is directly or indirectly responsible for causing several diseases.Its effects are related to disturbance in the physical rhythm.It contributes to risks of developi
21、ng cancerous cells.Light pollution is nothing less than a threat to human health.You have already seen the negative effects of light pollution on plants,animals and human health.Apart from this,the actual cost of misused light is estimated to be millions of dollars every year.After all,fossil fuels
22、are used for producing maximum electricity.While outdoor lighting and using man-made light fixtures(固定装置)are part of our modern lifestyle,simple steps will surely help in reducing light pollution.Say for example,while installing outdoor lighting,make sure that they are pointed downwards.Also,use onl
23、y the required light fixtures for both home and offices.8.Which is the mainly cause of light pollution?A.Natural light. B.Man-made light.C.Animal activities. D.Outdoor light.9.Which of the following is the negative effect of light pollution?A.It makes many people catch cancer and die.B.It wastes muc
24、h energy.C.It is bad for modern lifestyle.D.It causes many animals to die.10.What is the proper way to reduce light pollution?A.Making outdoor lighting point around.B.Using clean energy to produce electricity.C.Trying to produce less electricity.D.Not using too bright light in the house.11.What woul
25、d be the best title for the passage?A.PollutionB.Light PollutionC.Ways to prevent pollutionD.Effects of light pollution导学号23500122DThe Regional Director of the National Heritage Conservation Commission(国家遗产保护委员会)Kagosi Mwamulowe said the Barotse Plains is unique and it deserves to be on the list of
26、the World Heritage Sites.Mr.Mwamulowe said the Barotse Plains deserves to be included on the World Heritage List because it has a rich cultural heritage which includes the burial sites of former kings.The Director said he hoped that the landscape would be declared as a heritage site next year in Jun
27、e.He also said it was important to protect Zambias unique culture for education and entertainment.Chief Natural Heritage Officer Muyumbwa Ndiyoi said there will be a lot of benefits when the Barotse Landscape is declared a World Heritage Site because it will attract many tourists and business invest
28、ments will increase.Mr.Ndiyoi said the site will also benefit young people as knowledge will be passed down from generation to generation.He was reacting to a question from Nalolo District Labour Officer Jason Ngoma who wanted to know how the people of Western Province will benefit once the Barotse
29、Landscape is declared a World Heritage Site.And University of Zambia Lecturer Charles Namate said there is a need for the site to be included on the World Heritage List because 50 years after its independence Zambia only has one heritage site,which is the Victoria Falls.Lecturer Namate said the Baro
30、tse Landscape was facing a lot of environmental degradation(恶化),and thats why there is a need to recognize the value of its landscape and the memories of dead kings.The National Heritage Conservation Commission together with the Ministry of Chiefs and Traditional Affairs are in Western Province to h
31、old meetings with Heads of Government Departments.The Commission also held closed-door meetings with the Litunga Lubosi Imwiko of the Barotse Royal Establishment.12.What do we know about the Barotse Plains?A.It has royal tombs.B.It is being well protected.C.It is not far from the Victoria Falls.D.It
32、ll be listed as a World Heritage Site soon.13.What will happen if the Barotse Plains is declared a World Heritage Site according to Mr.Ndiyoi?A.It wont benefit the people of Western Province.B.It will attract many foreign students and researchers.C.It will contribute to the local economic development.D.More people will start to learn about Zambias culture.14.What did Lecturer Namate express his concern about?A.The future of the Barotse Plains.B.The development
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