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阶段过关检测卷(四)
(满分:120分 时间:100分钟)
第一部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
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Dogs are man’s best friends.If you plan on buying a dog,try to put in a little bit of research.You will find out that there are plenty of dog breeds (品种) to choose from,but some are more expensive than others.Not just in terms of the purchase price,but also grooming (动物美容) and medical expenses.
In this list,we will cover the most expensive dog breeds in the world that you can buy.We’ll even include the dog’s price tag,grooming expenses,and average health care costs.
Kerry Blue Terrier
With a purchase price at $600 this dog might be inexpensive.However,due to their many health concerns,health care costs can reach up to $7,000.If taken care of,they can live up to 15 years.
Great Dane
The Great Dane breed is a big dog with an average price of $800.This breed has a life expectancy of 7 to 10 years.The average health care costs are expected to be around $7,100.
Bernese Mountain Dog
The purchase price for one of these huge 120pound dogs is around $800.This breed has a life expectancy of 9 to 12 years.This breed has many health concerns like elbow and hip dysplasia (髋关节发育不良) which will cost you around $ 6,500.
German Shepherd
Known for their cleverness as a sheepherder,the purchase price for one is around $800.Although they can live for up to 13 years,their health care costs up to $20,500.What causes their health care to be expensive is treating common health conditions such as hip dysplasia.
语篇解读:本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四种世界上最昂贵的犬类,包括售卖价格、健康护理花费以及它们的寿命。
1.How long can a Kerry Blue Terrier live?
A.7 years. B.15 years.
C.10 years. D.12 years.
解析:选B。细节理解题。根据Kerry Blue Terrier中的“If taken care of,they can live up to 15 years.”可知,如果照顾得好的话,凯利蓝梗可以活15年。故选B项。
2.Of all the dogs introduced,which is the most expensive to raise?
A.Kerry Blue Terrier.
B.Great Dane.
C.Bernese Mountain Dog.
D.German Shepherd.
解析:选D。细节理解题。根据German Shepherd中的“Although they can live for up to 13 y