高考英语阅读理解抓分训练题26.docx

1、高考英语阅读理解抓分训练题262014高考英语阅读理解抓分训练题（26）及答案阅读理解-A篇In a society such as the United States or Canada, which has many national, religious and cultural differences, people highly value individualism-the differences among people. Teachers place a lot of importance on the qualities that make each student spec

2、ial. The educational systems in these countries show these values. Students do not memorize all possible basic knowledge. Instead, they work individually and find answers by themselves. There is often discussion in the classroom. At an early age, students learn to form their own ideas and opinions.

3、In most Asia societies, by contrast, the people have the same language, history and culture. Perhaps for this reason, the educational system in much of the orient reflects societys belief in group goals and purposes rather than individualism. Children in China, Japan and Korea often work together an

4、d help one another on assignments. There are advantages and disadvantages of both systems of education. For example, one advantage of the system in Japan is that students there learn much more about math, physics, biology and chemistry than American students by the end of high school. They also stud

5、y more hours each day and more days each year than North Americans do. The system is difficult, but it prepares students for a society that values discipline and self-control. There is, however, a disadvantage. Memorization is an important learning method in Japanese schools, yet many students say t

6、hat after an exam, they forget much of the information that they have memorized. The advantage of the educational system in North America, on the other hand, is that students learn to think for themselves. The system prepares them for a society that values creative ideas. There is, however, a disadv

7、antage. When students graduate from school, they havent memorized as many basic rules and facts as students in other countries have. 46The writers purpose of writing this passage is_. Ato share his idea with others in a new wayBto introduce two different systems of education through contrastCto crit

8、icize the society that values memorization Dto prepare students for society47Which is NOT true according to the passage?AThe system of education in the West is more creative than that in the EastBJapanese students learn much more about science than American students. CCanadian students are more indi

9、vidual than Korean students. DStudents in North America are not so friendly as those in Asia. 48From the facts, we can infer that . AAsian students are more likely to do better in teamwork than American studentsBChinese students are more hard-working in their studies than Mexican studentsCthe Wester

10、n educational system is much better than the Eastern educational system. Dthe Eastern educational system is as difficult as the Western educational system. 49What is the best title for the passage?AAdvantages and Disadvantages of Educational System. BThe Value of Individualism. CEducational System-a

11、n Obvious Difference between the East and the West. DMemorization-an Important Learning Method. 参考答案4649、BDAC C“Glad to find you so merry, my girls,” said a cheery voice at the door, and actors and audience turned to welcome a tall, motherly lady with a “Can I help you” look about her which was trul

12、y delightful. She was not elegantly dressed, but a noble-looking woman, and the girls thought the gray cloak（斗篷）and unfashionable bonnet（宽檐帽）covered the most splendid mother in the world.“Well, dearies, how have you got on today? There was so much to do, getting the boxes ready to go tomorrow, that

13、I didnt come home to dinner. Has anyone called, Beth? How is your cold, Meg? Jo, you look tired to death. Come and kiss me, baby.”While making these maternal（母性的）inquires, Mrs. March got her wet things off, her warm slippers on, and sitting down in the easy chair, drew Amy to her lap, preparing to e

14、njoy the happiest hour of her busy day. The girls flew about, trying to make things comfortable, each in her own way. Meg arranged the tea table. Jo brought wood and set chairs, dropping, over-turning, and clattering everything she touched. Beth trotted (小跑) to and fro between parlor(客厅) and kitchen

15、, quiet and busy, while Amy gave directions to everyone, as she sat with her hands folded.As they gathered about the table, Mrs. March said, with a particularly happy face, “Ive got a treat for you after supper.”A quick, bright smile went round like a streak of sunshine. Beth clapped her hands, rega

16、rdless of the biscuit she held, and Jo tossed up her napkin, crying, “A letter! A letter! Three cheers for Father!”“Yes, a nice long letter. He is well, and thinks he shall get through the cold season better than we feared. He sends all sorts of loving wishes for Christmas, and an especial message t

17、o you girls,” said Mrs. March, patting her pocket as if she had got a treasure there.“Hurry and get done! Dont stop to quirk your little finger and simper (傻笑)over your plate, Amy,” cried Jo, choking on her tea and dropping her bread, butter side down, on the carpet in her haste to get at the treat.

18、Beth ate no more, but crept (蹑手蹑足地走) away to sit in her shadowy corner and brood (细想)over the delight to come, till the others were ready.“I think it was so splendid in Father to go as chaplain（牧师）when he was too old to be drafted (被征入伍), and not strong enough for a soldier,” said Meg warmly.“Dont I

19、 wish I could go as a drummer? Or a nurse, so I could be near him and help him.” exclaimed Jo, with a groan.“It must be very disagreeable to sleep in a tent, and eat all sorts of bad-tasting things, and drink out of a tin mug,” sighed Amy.“When will he come home, Marmee?” asked Beth, with a little q

20、uiver in her voice.“Not for many months, dear, unless he is sick. He will stay and do his work faithfully as long as he can, and we wont ask for him back a minute sooner than he can be spared. Now come and hear the letter.”They all drew to the fire, Mother in the big chair with Beth at her feet, Meg

21、 and Amy perched on either arm of the chair, and Jo leaning on the back, where no one would see any sign of emotion if the letter should happen to be touching. Very few letters were written in those hard times that were not touching, especially those which fathers sent home. In this one little was s

22、aid of the hardships endured, the dangers faced, or the homesickness conquered. It was a cheerful, hopeful letter, full of lively descriptions of camp life, marches, and military news, and only at the end did the writers heart overflow with fatherly love and longing for the little girls at home.10.

23、What did the girls do after their mother arrived home? A. They asked her to make dinner. B. They told her about their day. C. They got boxes ready to go for the next day. D. They tried to make her comfortable.11. The girls father had not been drafted because he _. A. was too old B. had been injured

24、C. was a chaplain D. had children12. What was most likely keeping the girls father away from home? A. A storm. B. A battle. C. A sickness. D. A job.13. Why did Jo most likely sit with her back toward everyone while listening to the letter? A. To show her sisters that she is angry B. So that she can

25、sit more comfortably C. So that she has enough light to read D. To hide her feelings from her sisters14. The letter is compared to a treasure to show _. A. that mother was teasing the girls B. the value of the letter to the girls C. that mother had money in her pocket D. the mothers love for the gir

26、ls15. In paragraph 3, the word “inquiries” means _. A. scolding B. questions C. lessons D. arrivals参考答案D A B D B B DWelcomeWelcome to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Windsor is one of the official residences of the Queen, who sometimes stays here. Audio toursFree

27、 audio tours are available on leaving the Admission Centre at the start of your visit. There is a descriptive audio tour for blind and poor-sighted visitors.Guided toursVisitors can explore the history of the Castle through a tour of the Precincts with an expert guide. Tours depart at regular interv

28、als throughout the day from the Courtyard and finish at the entrance to the State Apartments.Visitors with childrenFor those visiting with children, a special family tour and various activities are offered during school holidays and at weekends. Please note that, for safety reasons, pushchairs are n

29、ot permitted in the State Apartments. However, baby carriers are available to borrow.St Georges ChapelVisitors arriving at the Castle after 15:00 from March to October are advised to visit St Georges Chapel first before it closes.Shopping Shops offer a wide range of souvenirs designed for the Royal

30、Collection, including books, postcards, china, jewellery, and childrens toys. Please ask at the Middle Ward shop about our home delivery service.RefreshmentsBottled water can be purchased from the Courtyard and Middle Ward shops. Form April to September ice cream is also available. Visitors wishing

31、to leave the Castle for refreshments in the town may obtain re-entry permits from the castle shops. Eating and drinking are not permitted in the State Apartments or St Georges Chapel.Photography and mobile phonesNon-commercial photography and filming are welcomed in the Castle. Photography, video re

32、cording and filming are not permitted inside the State Apartments or St Georges Chapel in consideration of other visitors.SecurityAs Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, visitors and their belongings should get through airport-style security checks. For safety and security reasons a one-way system operates along the visitor route. 16. A visitor can apply for a free audio tour _.A.