新课标高考英语大二轮提分练考前冲刺卷二.docx

1、新课标高考英语大二轮提分练考前冲刺卷二（新课标）2020高考英语大二轮提分练 考前冲刺卷（二）选择题部分第一部分听力(略)第二部分阅读理解(共两节，满分35分)第一节(共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25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。AElizabeth Garrett Anderson was born on 9 June,1836，in Whitechapel，East London.She was expected to marry well and live the life of a lady.However，meetings with the

2、 feminist(女权主义者) Emily Davies and Elizabeth Blackwell，the first American woman physician，convinced Elizabeth Garrett that she should become a doctor.This was unheard of at that time and her attempts to study at a number of medical schools were refused.She enrolled(入学) as a nursing student at Middles

3、ex Hospital and attended classes for male doctors，but was driven out after complaints from other students.As the Society of Apothecaries did not specifically forbid women from taking its examinations，in 1865 she passed their exams and gained a certificate which enabled her to become a doctor.The Soc

4、iety then changed its rules to prevent other women entering the profession this way.In 1866，she set up a clinic for women in London，thanks to her fathers backing；in 1870 she was made a visiting physician to the East London Hospital.There she met James Anderson，a successful businessman，who she marrie

5、d in 1871.In 1872，Anderson founded the New Hospital for Women in London，staffed entirely by women.She appointed her spiritual guide，Elizabeth Blackwell，as a professor there.Andersons efforts paved the way for other women，and in 1876 an act was passed permitting women to enter the medical professions

6、.In 1883，Anderson was appointed to manage the London School of Medicine for Women，which she had helped to found in 1874.It was the first medical school in Britain to train women as doctors.Anderson，Britains first female doctor，retired in 1902.Six years later，she became the mayor(市长) of Aldeburgh，the

7、 first female mayor in England.Anderson died on 17 December,1917.语篇解读本文是记叙文。文章介绍了伊丽莎白加勒特安德森是英国第一位女医生，也是英国第一位女市长。1Why did the Society change its rules?ATo provide certificates for women.BTo forbid women to take its exams.CTo offer programs to train women doctors.DTo encourage women to attend medical

8、schools.答案B解析细节理解题。根据第二段中的“As the Society of Apothecaries did not specifically forbid women from taking its examinations.”和“The Society then changed its rules to prevent other women entering the profession this way.”可推知，该协会修改规定是为了禁止女性参加考试。2What was Andersons fathers attitude to her career?ASupportiv

9、e. BDoubtful.CSympathetic. DCritical.答案A解析细节理解题。根据第三段中的“In 1866，she set up a clinic for women in London，thanks to her fathers backing”可知，安德森的父亲支持她的事业。3What did Anderson do after founding the New Hospital for Women?AShe married a successful businessman.BShe started a clinic for women in London.CShe l

10、earned at a hospital as a visiting physician.DShe helped create a school to train female doctors.答案D解析细节理解题。根据第四段中的“In 1872，Anderson founded the New Hospital for Women in London”和倒数第二段中的“.the London School of Medicine for Women，which she had helped to found in 1874.It was the first medical school in

11、 Britain to train women as doctors.”可知，安德森在创立女性新医院之后，又协助创办了一所培训女医生的学校。B(2019山西太原一模)Even for a firsttime visitor to China，it is impossible to ignore the popularity of QuickResponse (QR) codes.These squareshaped blackandwhite symbols in WeChat or Alipay where QR codes are scanned to add new friends or

12、 make payments.The QR code system originated in Japan.The engineer Masahiro Hara felt the limitation of the onedimension barcode(条形码) in use and thus developed the QR codes which could carry data horizontally and vertically.QR codes could hold much more information than barcode due to their extra di

13、mension.In addition，QR codes have larger data capacity，smaller printout size and higher resistance to dirt and damage，which make them widely applied in many other applications.Though the technology of QR codes is complicated，we can easily create our own QR codes with the help of QR code generators，m

14、any of which are available online for free.Users could enter the data they wish the QR code to display，and the generator turns it into a symbol that can be printed or displayed in electronic form.The process of creating QR codes could be really fun when we customise the design of the codes according

15、 to our specific needs.For instance，we can adjust the color，add a logo，and create social options etc.Moreover，dynamic (动态的) QR codes are also available.They are more various than standard QR codes because they allow users to edit data entered previously whereas data in standard QR codes cannot be ed

16、ited once printed.Plus，dont limit your QR code to one mobile scanner.Anyone can scan your code with any reader.A lower barrier to entry makes success more likely for you and the user.Meanwhile，we must also recognize the vulnerability of QR codes.Due to its easy access，criminals can steal simply by r

17、eplacing the QR codes with their own，routing cash into their own bank accounts.Hence，we should all become more conscious towards virtual money transactions through QR codes and participate in additional security measures.4Which of the following is NOT a function of QR codes?AData storage. BScanning

18、reader.CSocial networking. DMobile payment.答案B解析推理判断题。根据第一段第二句“These squareshaped blackandwhite symbols in WeChat or Alipay where QR codes are scanned to add new friends or make payments.”和第二段中的“In addition，QR codes have larger data capacity，smaller printout size and higher resistance to dirt and da

19、mage”可知，A、C、D项是二维码的功能，B项不是。故选B。5Which of the following best explains the underlined word “vulnerability” in Paragraph 4?AThreat. BWeakness.CDifficulty. DSimplicity.答案B解析词义猜测题。根据最后一段第二句“Due to its easy access，criminals can steal simply by replacing the QR codes with their own，routing cash into their

20、own bank accounts.(由于二维码方便获取，犯罪分子只需用自己的二维码替换二维码，将现金转入自己的银行账户就可以进行盗窃。)”可知，这一段是在讲二维码的缺点。由此可推知画线词的意思是“缺点”。故选B。6Which is true about QR codes according to the text?AThey were first used in China.BThe generators charge the users a lot.CData editing is possible in printed QR codes.DMore scanning devices ar

21、e available in reading QR codes.答案D解析推理判断题。根据第三段最后三句可知，不要把你的二维码限制在一个移动扫描仪上。任何人都可以用任何阅读器扫描你的二维码。准入门槛越低，你和用户成功的可能性就越大。由此可推知，更多扫描设备可以读取二维码。故选D。CFairs and theme parks never seem to lose their attraction.My kids love them as much as I do.Not everyone will agree with me though.My wife is terrified of anyt

22、hing more exciting than the merrygoround.So why do I love Blackpools Big One while she goes white on hearing the word “rollercoaster(过山车)”？According to psychologists，it comes down to something called a “Type T” personality.Type Ts are thrillseekers who welcome the uncertainty of activities that most

23、 people would find hairraising.It seems some of us enjoy the physical sensations associated with fear：the adrenaline(肾上腺素) rush and the beating heart.Scary rides make us feel alive.Terrifying experiences encourage a sense of excitement once were back on solid ground though we only enjoy them，experts

24、 say，when were within a “protective frame” that assures us that deep down，were still safe.Recent research has found certain genes(基因) which may be responsible for those of us with Type T personalities.Biochemists have separated a gene called DRD4 which seems more common in rollercoaster lovers like

25、me.New technologies have allowed engineers to design coasters that change speeds quickly，shoot up hundreds of feet into the air and make all sorts of twists.Research suggests that extreme fairground rides tend to appeal particularly to those of us who lead stressful，structured or controlled lives.It

26、s certainly true that roller coasters are a way of breaking out of the humdrum(乏味的) expectations of everyday life.Theme parks allow us to act like children again，to experience true excitement and behave a little wildly.Where else as an adult can you scream at the top of your lungs and throw your arm

27、s in the air without being sent for psychological evaluation?If youre looking for a great place this summer where you can get in touch with your inner risktaker，head for the nearest theme park.Its a scream!7What can we learn about the authors wife?AShe gets excited easily.BShe fears extreme rides.CS

28、he loves Blackpools Big One.DShe rarely disagrees with the author.答案B解析细节理解题。根据第一段中的“My wife is terrified of anything more exciting than the merrygoround.”可知，游乐场除旋转木马外，其他项目都让作者的妻子觉得害怕。8What do people with Type T personalities tend to do?APut their lives at risk.BStay energetic all the time.CAvoid th

29、e “protective frame”DEnjoy adventurous experiences.答案D解析细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Type Ts are thrillseekers who welcome the uncertainty of activities that most people would find hairraising.”可知，T型人格的人喜欢寻求刺激。9What has recent research revealed about the Type T personality?AIt is genetically determined.BIt is comm

30、on among people.CIt is caused by living separately.DIt is a result of a physical disorder.答案A解析细节理解题。根据第三段的内容可知，T型人格由基因决定。10Whats the main reason why the author appreciates extreme fairground rides?AThey help relieve stress.BThey are technologically designed.CThey contribute to parentkid relationshi

31、ps.DThey are a replacement for psychological evaluation.答案A解析推理判断题。根据倒数第二段第二、三句可知，研究表明，生活压力大、受生活束缚的人更喜欢游乐场比较刺激的项目，作者对此表示认同，认为这些项目的确可以帮助人们摆脱单调的生活，释放自我。第二节(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。It may not be the best way to go about meeting new people，but chat rooms are still among

32、 the most popular channels.Want to chat with a stranger now？ 11 ，after which，you need to keep the following rules in mind. 12 .Details such as your phone number and home address or where you attend classes should remain personal.It is actually not a very good idea to share your last name with a stranger.Even if you feel you have met someone you really like and get along with，it is still neces