学年人教版高一英语暑假作业25.docx

1、学年人教版高一英语暑假作业252017-2018学年人教版高一英语暑假作业（25）一、阅读理解1. On a flight from Johannesburg, a middle-aged rich white South African lady had found herself sitting next to a black man. She called the cabin crew attendant over to complain (抱怨) about her seat. “What seems to be the problem, Madam?” asked the atten

2、dant. “Cant you see?” She said, “You have seated me next to a black person! I cant possibly sit next to this kind of person. Find me another seat!” “Please calm down, Madam,” the stewardess replied. “The flight is very full today, but I will tell you what I will do I will go and check to see if we h

3、ave any seats available (可利用的) in club or first class.” The woman glanced at the angry black man beside her. A few minutes later, the stewardess returned with the good news, which she delivered to the lady. “Madam, unfortunately, as I expected, economy is full. I have spoken to the cabin services di

4、rector, and club is also full. However, we do have one seat in first class.” Before the lady had a chance to answer, the stewardess continued, “It is most extraordinary to make this kind of upgrade, however, and I have had to get special permission from the captain. But, learning this condition, the

5、 captain felt that it was shocking that someone should be forced to sit next to such a tiring person.” Having said that, the stewardess turned to the black man sitting next to the lady, and said, “So if youd like to get you things, sir, I have your seat ready for you .” At this point, obviously the

6、surrounding passengers stood and gave an applause while the black man walked up to the front of the plane.1.Why did the lady complain about her seating?A.Because she didnt want to sit in economy.B.Because she would like a seat in first class.C.Because she didnt want to sit next to a black man.D.Beca

7、use she didnt want to sit in club.2.What was the good news for the lady?A.The black man would have to change for another seat.B.The captain understood her situation.C.The cabin director was sparing no effort to help her.D.They have one seat in first class.3.What was the other passengers attitude tow

8、ards the lady?A.They liked her very much because she was a rich lady.B.They disliked her because she looked down upon the black man.C.They applauded for her when she moved to another seat.D.They disliked her because she was not polite to the stewardess.4.What was unexpected to the lady?A.The plane w

9、as so full that day.B.They found a seat for her in club.C.The captain himself was concerned about her problem.D.They found another seat for the black man.2 Reflecting(回忆) on the past about those decisions or actions that cant be reversed(推翻) and being occupied with thoughts of “What if?” is no way t

10、o live. But there are a few things in life Id probably do differently if I had the chance. I once majored in architecture something I had been crazy about for as long as I could remember and then I suddenly had a change of heart. I made an appointment with my adviser, and told him I was no longer ce

11、rtain I wanted to pursue a career in architecture. “Dont give up on your childhood dream!” “Hes right,” I thought. “I should just stick it out and I shouldnt disappoint the little girl who once loved architecture.” It was terrible. I was agonized, holding on to a childhood dream that had long since

12、faded. When I talked with a friend about it a year later, he asked: “Right now, what do you want to do with your life?” Thats when I came to the realization that dreams change over time and that you should give up the childhood dream if its not what you want as an adult. Luckily, it wasnt too late.

13、After some serious thought, I changed my major to journalism. It wasnt something I had always imagined myself pursuing but at that moment, it was what I wanted. We grow up, and sometimes our dreams change and thats perfectly OK. You just need to ask yourself every once in a while, “Is this still wha

14、t I want?” If the answer is no, move on and start chasing a new one.1.What does the author suggest in Paragraph 1?A.Past actions should be treasured.B.Its unwise to regret all the time.C.Life would be dull without “What if?”D.We make better decisions by looking back.2.What does the underlined word “

15、agonized” in Paragraph 4 mean?A.ProudB.DeterminedC.UnregretfulD.Painful3.Why didnt the author change her major immediately?A.Changing a major was uncommon.B.Her advisor forced her not to do that.C.She didnt want her childhood dream to fade.D.She thought it a betrayal(背叛) of her younger self.4.What l

16、esson did the author learn from the experience?A.Dont follow others career advice.B.Improve us before realizing our dream.C.Its OK to switch to our real love.D.Childhood dreams are hard to insist on.3. For some survivors of the Ebola virus disease, complete recovery is slow. Doctors reporting Wednesda