新课标高三英语寒假作业5 Word版含答案doc.docx

1、新课标高三英语寒假作业5 Word版含答案doc新课标2016年高三英语寒假作业5第卷 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分60分）第一节 （共15小题；每小题3分，满分45分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。A At thirteen, I was diagnosed（诊所） with kind of attention disorder. It made school difficult for me. When everyone else in the class was focusing on tasks, I could n

2、ot.In my first literature class, Mrs.Smith asked us to read a story and then write on it, all within 45 minutes. I raised my hand right away and said,“Mrs.Smith, you see, the doctor said I have attention problems. I might not be able to do it.”She glanced down at me through her glasses, “you are no

3、different from your classmates, young man.”I tried, but I didnt finish the reading when the bell rang. I had to take it home. In the quietness of my bedroom, the story suddenly all became clear to me. It was about a blind person, Louis Braille. He lived in a time when the blind couldnt get much educ

4、ation. But Louis didnt give up. Instead, h invented a reading system of raised dots（点）, which opened up a whole new world of knowledge to the blind.Wasnt I the “blind” in my class, being made to learn like the “sighted” students? My thoughts spilled out and my pen started to dance. I completed the t

5、ask within 40 minutes. Indeed, I was no different from others; I just needed a quieter place. If Louis could find his way out of his problems, why should I ever give up?I didnt expect anything when I handled in my paper to Mrs.Smith, so it was quite a surprise when it came back to me the next day- w

6、ith an“A” on it. At the bottom of the paper were these words:“ See what you can do when you keep trying?”21 The author didnt finish the reading in class because.A.He was new to the class B.He was tried of literatureC.He had an attention disorder D.He wanted to take the task home22 What do we know ab

7、out Louis Braille from the passage?A.He had good sight B.He made a great invention.C.He gave up reading D.He learned a lot from school23 What was Mrs.Smith s attitude to the author at the end of the story?A.Angry B.Impatient C.Sympathetic D.Encouraging24 What is the main idea of the passage?A.The di

8、sabled should be treated with respect.B.A teacher can open up a new world to students.C.One can find his way out of difficulties with efforts.D.Everyone needs a hand when faced with challenges.B By 2050, half of the worlds population will live in the tropicsthe relatively warm belt that circles the

9、globeaccording to State of the Tropics, a report released today. Rapid population growth, along with economic growth, means that the regions influence will grow in coming decades, the authors of the 500-page work predict.The project, first launched in 2011, aimed to answer one significant question:

10、Is life in the tropics improving? To find out, the researchers analyzed environmental, social, and economic indicators collected over 6 decades. It finds that the region has made “extraordinary progress” in many areas. For example, more people have access to safe drinking water, and the number of pr

11、otected areas is increasing. The tropics also have outperformed the rest of the world in economic growth over the past 30 years.However, some challenges remain. Investment in research and development, for example, has increased cautiously, but tropical nations still invest less than the rest of the

12、world. “As a proportion of GDP the Rest of the World invests almost four times as much in research and development than the Tropics.” concludes the report.The report also includes a new analysis of how climate change will affect the region. Many plant and animal species are moving poleward in an att

13、empt to stay within their preferred environmental conditions in the tropics, the authors write. However, some organisms may not be able to keep pace with the changing conditions, they predict. As a result, they can experience population declines or go extinct.In addition, an expanded tropical zone a

14、lso threatens health and safety issues, the authors warn. As regions become more suitable to insects such as mosquitoes and ticks, the spread of insect-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, and Lyme disease could rise, causing a burden to human health and the economy. Bruna, a researcher, says he

15、sees a lot to be concerned about in the report. “While weve made incredible advances in some areas, I think the risks for the tropics that are highlighted in this report are things that we really need to be concerned about.”47. What was the original purpose of the project State of the Tropics?A. To

16、answer if life in the tropics is improving.B. To do research about environment, society and economy.C. To warn people of the problems in coming decades.D. To help the development in the tropics.48. What can we learn from the passage?A. Economic development in tropics has increased less over the past

17、 30 years.B. Some organisms can experience population drop or extinction for climate changes.C. Rapid population growth contributes to the outbreak of infectious diseases.D. Great investment has been adopted in the research and development.49. According to the passage, we can infer_.A. close attenti

18、on needs to be paid to the risks for the tropics.B. all the plants and animals will live in the polar region in the future.C. health and safety problems will influence the tropical development.D. Bruna shows positive attitude towards the future of the tropics.50. Which of the following best describe

19、s the writers attitude?A. Critical. B. Optimistic. C. Objective. D. Subjective.C In modern society loneliness can be seen as a social phenomenon and people can experience loneliness for many reasons. It is a very common, though normally temporary, consequence of a breakup, divorce, or loss of any im

20、portant long-term relationship. In these cases, loneliness may result both from the loss of a specific person or from dropping out of social circles. The loss of a significant person in ones life will typically lead to a grief response; in this situation, one might feel lonely, even while in the com

21、pany of others.There are many different ways used to treat loneliness. The first step that most doctors recommend to patients is treatment. Short term treatment typically occurs over a period of ten to twenty weeks. During treatment, emphasis is put on understanding the cause of the problem, thoroug

22、hly changing the negative thoughts, feelings, and attitudes resulting from the problem, and exploring ways to help the patient feel connected. Some doctors also recommend group treatment a means to connect with other sufferers and establish a support system.Another treatment is animal-assisted treat

23、ment. Studies and surveys indicate that the presence of animal companions such as dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs can ease feelings of loneliness or depression among some sufferers. Beyond the companionship the animal itself provides there may also be increased opportunities for socializing wit

24、h other pet owners. Results of a study also suggest that correcting improper social cognition (认知) offers the best chance of reducing loneliness.However, loneliness can sometimes play an important role in the creative process. In some people, temporary or prolonged loneliness can lead to remarkable

25、artistic and creative expression, for example, as was the case with poet Emily Dickinson, and many musicians. This is not to imply that loneliness itself ensures this creativity, rather, it may have an influence on the subject matter of the artist and more likely be present in individuals engaged in

26、 creative activities.43. According to the passage, what can lead to loneliness?A. Running away from the school. B. Losing long-term friendship.C. A specific persons marriage. D. A companys closing down.44. Whats the purpose of the passage?A. To explain why people feel lonely.B. To introduce the cure

27、s for loneliness.C. To show results of a survey.D. To make people know more about loneliness.45. Compared with group treatment, what is the key to short-term treatment?A. To set up a support system by contacting other sufferers.B. To take anti-depressant medicine and switch it periodically.C. To cha

28、nge patients attitude towards loneliness.D. To raise the awareness of the cause of the problem.46. Why does the author take the example of Emily Dickinson?A. Because loneliness may contribute to arts creation in some ways.B. Because loneliness itself was present when Emily Dickinson wrote a poem.C.

29、Because people can feel whether a person is lonely in his artworks.D. Because in the creative process, loneliness can be treated.D Dogs can bring joy and companionship into our lives. Coming home to a wagging tail and an eager smile creates a feeling of love and happiness. In fact, having a pet can

30、reduce stress, lower blood pressure and relieve depression. Here are tips for handling, training, and owning dogs.Choosing the right dog for you. Here you can see we have a German Shepherd (牧羊犬), a Boxer (拳师犬), and an English Bulldog. A Shepherd is a guarding dog; the Boxer is more of a working dog;

31、 A Bulldog likes to hang out, which is kind of a couch potato, if youre a laid back person and dont want to run down the beach with a dog, the perfect dog is a Bulldog. Approaching an unfamiliar dog. The first thing about approaching an unfamiliar dog, is that if youre going to reach your hands towa

32、rds the dog, you need to do it from underneath, so your hand is not given to the dog in a threatening manner, which can be interpreted as being hit. You let them smell you first. When they smell you, dont flinch (畏缩), or take a sudden move, because you can scare the dog, and get bitten. Youre to show your friendly side to the dog. Pet food. The first thing about buying pet food is whats the right type of food for your dog. Usually cheap pet foods are not good for dogs, they tend to have more hea