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主题 爱情食品——巧克力 体裁 说明文 难度 ★★★ 建议用时 6′
Most people know that chocolate is made from cocoa and that the origins of chocolate can be traced back to
Central and South America. 1 But how did chocolate go from being the food of the gods to being the food of
love?
2 They established the first cocoa plantation and used the cocoa beans as the main ingredient in a dark,
bitter drink that we would call “chocolate”. The Mayas believed that chocolate had mystical properties. 3 In
fact, cocoa beans were used as a form of currency that was worth its weight in gold.
Spanish conquistador Hernando Cortez was the first European explorer to realize cocoa’s commercial
possibilities. 4 In 1529, Cortez returned Spain and introduced chocolate—as a drink mixed with sugar,
vanilla, and cinnamon—to European society.
It caught on, especially with the nobility. As its popularity spread, people found new ways to make
and use chocolate. 5 Whether it is in delectable desserts or crunchy candy, people all over the world are still
in love with chocolate.
A. But cocoa also had commercial value.
B. But not all the people all over the world love cocoa.
C. Doctors said cocoa plays an active part in medicine.
D. For centuries, the native there regarded cocoa as a gift from the gods.
E. Around A. D. 600, the Mayas were the main aboriginal group in Central America.
F. These days, chocolate is enjoyed as both a tasty treat and a romantic indulgence.
G. When he arrived in the New World in 1519, he soon established his own cocoa plantation.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
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新题型专练 高二
第二节 语法填空
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主题 为什么要决不放弃? 体裁 议论文 难度 ★★ 建议用时 5′
We often hear people say, “Never give up.” These can be 1 (encourage) words and words of
determination. A person 2 believes in them will keep trying 3 (reach) his goal no matter how many times
he fails. I