2023届高考英语二轮复习外刊阅读训练：婚礼是一件昂贵的事情

23年高考英语外刊阅读理解训练——婚礼是一件昂贵的事情 ——改编自Weddings are expensive affairs Weddings are known for being costly, and this is not new information. Most people usually think about the financial cost to those paying for the wedding rather than those attending. However, attending a wedding can also be expensive for guests. One of the main expenses that guests have to consider is the cost of getting there. Even if the distance is not significant, transportation or hotel costs can add up quickly. If the wedding is in an exotic location, it may seem even more special, but traveling long distances may deter some guests from attending. Another expense that guests often face is finding the perfect gift. In some cultures, asking for money as a wedding gift is not acceptable, and the bride and groom may provide a list of items to choose from. Choosing the right gift may be difficult, and giving too little might cause offense while giving too much could put you out of pocket. Moreover, guests do not want to be outdone by their friends in terms of gift-giving. Lastly, guests do not want to leave a wedding with regrets about how much they spent. Seeing as they may have travelled far and given what they believe to be a good gift, poor food quality or execution, or a bad overall experience can result in resentment. It is essential only to give what you can afford so that you can fully enjoy the day without financial worries. Although weddings can be costly for everyone involved, people should recognize the cost for guests as well. However, this day should focus on celebrating love and not just the costs. 【重点词汇】 1. Weddings ['wɛdɪŋz] n. 婚礼 2. Costly ['kɔstli] adj. 昂贵的 3. Financial [faɪˈnænʃəl] adj. 财务的 4. Attending [əˈtɛndɪŋ] v. 参加，到场 5. Expenses [ɪk'spɛnsɪz] n. 费用，开支 6. Consider [kən'sidər] v. 考虑 7. Transportation [ˌtrænspəːˈteɪʃən] n. 运输，交通 8. Hotel [həʊ'tɛl] n. 旅馆，酒店 9. Exotic [ɪg'zɒtɪk] adj. 异国风情的 10. Location [ləʊˈkeɪʃən] n. 地点，位置 11. Deter [dɪ'tɜː] v. 阻止，威慑 12. Guests [ɡɛsts] n. 客人，宾客 1