高考英语 阅读理解系列训练12.docx

1、高考英语 阅读理解系列训练122014高考英语阅读理解系列训练（12）及答案解析 (2012苏州五市区调研)TransLink is urging customers to avoid nonessential travel today and to stay home where possible in the difficult weather conditions.TransLink chief executive officer Peter Strachan said bus and train services were continuing to run where possibl

2、e, however all CityCat and CityFerry services had been cancelled until further notice.“These are extremely difficult conditions for South East Queenslandwe are running essential services where possible but safety remains to be the most important，” Mr Strachan said.Severe weather and associated flood

3、ing has impacted on all modes of public transport, with bus, ferry and train services all impacted to varying degrees.“If you are planning to use public transport at anytime over the next few days, then I would recommend you check that your intended service is still running.”Service disruptions (中断)

4、 for today include：City network trains running hourly on all lines.Bus diversions, delays and cancellations in some regions, particularly across Brisbane, Ipswich and the Sunshine Coast.CityCat and CityFerry services cancelled.Queensland Rail Chief Executive Officer Paul Scurrah said rising waterway

5、s had closed some train lines, and road closures and damage to property throughout the SouthEast had contributed to a shortage of available rail employees.“We intend to run trains hourly on all lines, similar to the timetable we operate on Christmas Day. We will also be looking to run other addition

6、al services to meet demand as required. At this stage we will run services stopping at all stations which will depart at the same time on the hour; however, this is all subject to the weather conditions and the availability of traincrew.”Mr Scurrah encouraged all customers to visit the Translink web

7、site for specific departure times for their station, and asked for patience in the event of delays.“Queensland Rail appreciates that reduced services may cause disruptions but it is simply unavoidable. We have a dedicated and experienced team monitoring the situation around the clock and will be wor

8、king to reopen the network as soon as practically possible，” Mr Scurrah said.The latest service disruption information is available on the TransLink website.文章大意：由于水灾，TransLink交通公司告知我们交通出行的变化。63What is TransLink?A. A transport company. B. A government branch. C. A bus company. D. A railway company.6

9、4Which means of transport is NOT available during the special period?A. Bus. B. Train. C. Ferry. D. Plane. 65According to Mr Strachan, what is the first consideration while providing public transport?A. Weather conditions. B. Road conditions. C. Peoples safety. D. Peoples convenience.66What is the w

10、riters purpose of writing this passage?ATo tell people all the public transport are cancelled due to the flooding.BTo inform people of the changes made to the public transportation.CTo encourage more people to visit the TransLink website.DTo advertise for the public transport service TransLink.63答案：

11、A推理判断题。由前两段可知，TransLink是一家交通公司。64答案：C细节理解题。由第二段“all CityCat and CityFerry services had been cancelled until further notice.”可知，轮渡和CityCat不可用。65答案：C细节理解题。由第三段“.safety remains to be the most important”可知。66答案：B推理判断题。由第一段可推知。*结束 (2012成都一诊)Bright red post boxes, the Queen and queuingwhat do they all hav

12、e in common? They are all important parts of British life. At least I thought so.However, the ability to queue for long periods of time, once believed to be a traditional characteristic of the British, is no longer tolerated by people in the UK, according to a survey done for British bank Barclays.O

13、nce upon a time, queuing was seen as normal. During World War II, everyone had to queue up to receive their daily supply of foods. In fact, if you didnt stand up and wait in line with all the others, it was seen as uncivilized(不文明的)The famous English doubledecker buses, with only one entrance, might

14、 also help explain why queuing was seen as a part of British line. Almost always, there is a queue to get on.But perhaps the British are tired of being pushed past by the Spanish, the Italians or the French as they queue up to get a table at a restaurant. The people of these other European countries

15、 have more than one entrance to their houses, which explains their more relaxed attitude to the queue.Two minutes is now the longest time most British people are prepared to stand and wait. But could it be that the Internet, which allows us to carry out tasks quickly, is the main reason why British

16、people are no longer prepared to queue?“Used to buying without delay, customers are even giving up purchases rather than wait their turn，” says Stuart Neal of Barclaycard. “Shoppers are also less likely to queue for long if the item they are buying is of low value.”Perhaps I will have to replace “qu

17、euing” with “impatience” in my list of things I relate to the British.文章大意：排队曾经是英国文化的象征。但是一项研究表明这一现象已经发生了很大的变化。67What can we learn about the tradition of queuing in Britain?A. It was a product of the slow pace of life.B. It was a long time tradition as old as the Queen.C. It was considered a symbol

18、of a civilized behavior.D. It has made the British different from other Europeans.68According to the passage, the British gradually stopped queuing because_.A. they prefer shopping onlineB. they follow the example of foreignersC. British buses have more than one entranceD. the Internet has changed t

19、heir way of life69It can be learned from the text that_.A. the British get impatient with queuing for longB. the British have to queue to receive foodC. the British like to eat in foreign restaurantsD. the British prefer to take doubledecker buses70The authors main purpose of writing the passage is_

20、.Ato tell us the influence of the Internet on the British ways of lifeBto compare the cultural difference between Britain and other countriesCto talk about the changes in the attitude to queuing in BritainDto report his research on the British ways of life67答案：C细节理解题。由第一段和第二段“.once believed to be a

21、traditional characteristic of the British.”可知，鲜红的邮箱、女王和排队都是英国文化的象征。68答案：D细节理解题。由第六、七段可知，网络改变了英国人的生活方式。69答案：A细节理解题。由第六段第一句话“Two minutes is now the longest time most British people are prepared to stand and wait.”可知，英国人不再有耐心排队了。70答案：C推理判断题。由文章大意可知。*结束 (2012湘潭二模)Having good etiquette(礼节)at the workplac

22、e is very important to be a favorite in an office. However, its observed that many people arent aware of the workplace etiquette and this creates a very bad impression in the office. So its important to know some workplace etiquette tips.Among all the workplace etiquette guidelines(指南)，the most impo

23、rtant is to be punctual to your office. Though going late due to an emergency is okay, habitual late comers are never appreciated in any organization. By arriving at your office on time, you show that youre aware of your responsibilities and have respect for the organization. In case you feel that y

24、ou would be late, call the concerned authority and report the matter to him or her.Also, a proper knowledge of the workplace email etiquette is a must. In the official emails, you need to mention the subject concisely(简洁地)，while at the same time include all the important details which are to be shar

25、ed. You should use good and grammatically correct language while writing emails.A knowledge of telephone etiquette in the workplace is very important as well. While talking on the telephone, be polite and listen to what theyre saying carefully. Only then should you say what you feel. Speak in a voic

26、e which would be heard clearly at the other end.The workplace guidelines are important even while youre dining or celebrating with your coworkers. If you get a call in between, receive it after youre permitted by the others by saying “excuse me”. Dont talk loudly while eating. Greet people well and

27、try to make them feel comfortable while being in your company.These guidelines will help you become the best employee of a company. All the best!文章大意：本文介绍了一些很重要的职场礼节。71The intended readers of the passage are_.A. managers in charge of a companyB. students of a business classC. people who are out of w

28、ork D. general readers72Why should you try to be punctual?A. To prove you are not a habitual late comer. B. To respect the rules of the organization.C. To show that you are a responsible worker.D. To win other workers respect.73How should you write an official email?A. Write the subject clearly and

29、simply. B. Include all the details in the email.C. Make the language as beautiful as possible. D. Make emails as brief as possible.74Which of the following is considered NOT acceptable about making phone calls?A. Using polite languages. B. Listening with patience and care.C. Speaking clearly. D. Ans

30、wering a call in a loud voice.75In the writers opinion, workplace etiquette_.A. is easy to master B. is considered important by all employeesC. can be helpful in doing your work well D. will bring you good luck and good salaries71答案：D推理判断题。由全文可知，本文无特定写作对象，所以是写给大众的。72答案：C细节理解题。由第二段第三句话“By arriving at

31、 your office on time, you show that youre aware of your responsibilities and have respect for the organization.”可知，守时可以显示出你是一位负责的人。73答案：A细节理解题。由第三段第二句话“In the official emails, you need to mention the subject concisely(简洁地)，while at the same time include all the important details which are to be shared.”可知，办公邮件要求简洁清晰。74答案：D细节理解题。由第四段“While talking on the telephone, be polite and listen to what theyre saying carefully. Only then should you say what you feel. Speak in a voice which would be heard clearly at the other end.”可知，打电话时，不能声音太大。