(练习)20 微阶段刷题过关卷(七) Unit 4 Starting out, Understanding ideas & Using language-【提分教练】2022-2023学年新教材高中英语选择性必修第一册(外研版2019)

(时间：65分钟　分值：70分) Unit 4　Starting out, Understanding ideas & Using language 第Ⅰ卷(满分32.5分) Ⅰ. 阅读理解(共8小题；每小题2.5分，满分20分) A Looking for a place to take a rest, sip a cup of coffee and have a furry companion? Welcome to animal­themed cafés. In recent years, the combination of pets and catering has become incredibly popular in many cities throughout China. While many cafés started out offering the company of cats and dogs, others are expanding their range. Some cafés include animals like squirrels, raccoons and even capybaras. In reviews, Internet users have commented that their main reason for visiting these businesses is to interact closely with animals they have only seen from afar. “The customers love animals. They are curious about these pets and want to raise one at home, but circumstances don't allow it，” said pet café owner Tian Rui. Liu Jing, a Beijing resident who works in finance, loves pigs, but her parents would not endorse her getting one as a pet. The 24­year­old had to admire the animals through videos and images. But now, she can have close contact with an adorable pig every weekend in a pet café. Also, these pet cafés serve as a shelter for those who find comfort in being around animals. “In this place, you can get close to the cute little ones in a very comfortable way without having to worry about safety and hygiene (卫生) — overall, it is an extremely comfortable experience，” said Zhao Ming from Tianjin, 30, a frequent pet café visitor. Animal lovers also expect the pet cafés to change people's attitudes towards pets. Animals like ducks, pigs and sheep have been served as food for many years. People hardly see them as pets. But the pet cafés help shift their attitude from seeing them as playthings to regarding them as family members or close friends. “Whether at home or in stores, these little animals are there for companionship and they bring warmth to our hearts. They care and understand just like family members. They give us much more than the love w