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Ⅰ.阅读理解
话题:蒙古德比,年长赢家
Competing in the Mongol Derby
Standing at the finishing line, 70yearold Bob Long spent a while reflecting on the achievement he'd just made.Behind him was the wild, endless Mongolian grassland extending into the distance.This American had just become the oldest person to ever complete and win the Mongol Derby, the world's longest horse race.
Long, a rider all his life, entered the race after being inspired by All the Wild Horses, a movie based on the exhausting event.
Fearing that he wouldn't be able to complete it, he set about preparing his mind and body for this “hardest, toughest, most demanding thing you can do on a horse”, an annual 1,000kilometer race that was recognized as the world's longest horse race by The Guinness Book of Records in 2011.He confirmed his belief that preparation can surpass (超过;胜过) youth, as some of the other riders were less prepared.
Although Long had been riding horses for many years, the hardship and uncertainty of the task pushed him to his limit and forced him to depend entirely on his own will.The race organizers had provided an extensive support network to keep an eye on the participants from afar.Despite that, the physical pressure of riding such a long distance made simple things like squatting (蹲) down at the end of the day almost impossible.
Along the vast race course there were unpredictable circumstances beyond Long's control, however well prepared he'd been.Weather was one of them, which could switch from heavy rain to burning sun unexpectedly.
Above all else, the biggest obstacle was the state of mind.Without a living soul in sight, Long was desperate for interaction, guidance, and comfort.This feeling of loneliness accounted for his hope that one of his fellow competitors would catch up.
Regardless of the hardship, Long felt a sort of spiritual adventure while traveling through the wilderness.He was provided with some memorable moments while connecting with nature.He also grew to love the country and the communities along the route.
Still holding the passion for riding, Long never dismisses the idea of competing in another Mongol Derby.
1.What distinguished Bob Long from other competitors in the Mongol Derby?
A.He rode the whole race course alone.
B.He completed the toughest part of the course.
C.He was the oldest participant of the horse race.
D.He was most likely to enter the competition again.
2.What played a decisive part in Long's achievement?
A.His strong willpower.
B.His thorough preparation.
C.His passion for nature.
D.An extensive support provided by the organizers.
3.What was the biggest challenge that Long faced during the race?
A.The changeable weather.
B.The psychological condition in the course.
C.The difficulty in finding the competitors.
D.The physical demand of riding a long distance.
4.What is the text mainly about?
A.An introduction to the Mongol Derby.
B.A review of a film based on the longest horse race.
C.The experience of the Mongol Derby's oldest winner.
D.The preparations before a long and difficult horse race.
[语篇解读] 这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述一位70岁的美国老人完成世界上最长的赛马比赛,成为有史以来赢得蒙古德比的最年长的人。讲述了他参加德比的经验。
1.C [细节理解题。根据第一段中“This American had just become the oldest person to ever complete and win the Mongol Derby, the world's longest horse race.(这位美国人刚刚成为有史以来完成并赢得蒙古德比的最年长的人,这是世界上最长的赛马比赛。)”可知,与其他参赛选手相比,Long是赛马比赛中最年长的参赛选手。]
2.A [细节理解题。根据第四段中“Although Long had been riding horses for many years, the hardship and uncertainty of the task pushed him to his limit and forced him to depend entirely on his own will.”可知,在比赛中,任务的艰辛和不确定性需要Long完全依靠自己的意志。由此可知,在Long取得的成就中,他自己强大的意志起到决定性作用。]
3.B [细节理解题。根据第六段“Above all else, the biggest obstacle was the state of mind...fellow competitors would catch up.(最重要的是,最大的障碍是心态。在看不到活人的情况下,Long迫切需要互动、指导和安慰。这种孤独感使他希望有一个竞争对手能赶上来。)”可知,Long在比赛中,心态是他最大的障碍和最大的挑战。]
4.C [主旨大意题。通读全文,并根据第一段“Standing at the finishing line, 70yearold Bob Long..., the world's longest horse race.”及第三段“Fearing that he wouldn't be able to complete it, he...the other riders were less prepared.”可知,文章主要讲述一位70岁的美国老人完成世界上最长的赛马比赛,并成为有史以来赢得蒙古德比的最年长的人。C项“蒙古德比最年长赢家的经历”可以概括本文主要内容。]
Ⅱ.七选五
话题:鼓励孩子,探索自然
Ways to Get Your Kids into Nature
Being in nature for kids has tremendous health benefits.There are many ways you can incorporate nature into your children's lives, even if you live in the city.
Inspire curiosity by being curious yourself.A parent's excitement can be spread to the children, and when you show respect for nature, your children follow suit.__1__.“I don't know! Let's find out together.” is a wonderful way to get the ball rolling.Be open to a mutual adventure and allow your curious inner child to come out while you explore nature with your children.
__2__.If you have to carpool (拼车) in the morning, turn off the devices instead and encourage your children to look out of the window.The early morning fall skies are beautiful with color and migrating birds.After all, even views of nature from the car window are calming and beneficial.
Stop thinking about nature time as leisure time.Time in nature is an essential investment in your children's health and wellbeing.If you view nature time as essential to good health, you will be more likely to engage in it.__3__, nurturing creativity and wonder is part of your responsibility as parents.
Look at the stars.Visit your local observatory, and then drive out of the city some morning or evening for your own stargazing (天体观察) with a blanket and telescope.Observing the stars offers a deeper and wider understanding of the universe.__4__.
Plant a small garden.__5__.Bean and pea plants grow quickly and can be eaten when mature, so teach your children about food and the wonder of growth.
A.Limit electronic devices while driving
B.Encourage questions you don't know the answers to
C.If you want to raise your healthy, wellbalanced children
D.If you have the space, help your children plant a few vegetables
E.It will teach teamwork, pride in the community, and family togetherness
F.If your child is interested, encourage him to get involved in the community
G.Allow yourself to think about it, and talk to your children about that wonder
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了让孩子融入大自然的一些方法。
1.B [根据下文中的“‘I don't know! Let's find out together.’ is a wonderful way to get the ball rolling.”,并与上文中的“Inspire curiosity”呼应可推知,此处表示鼓励孩子一起探索你自己也不知道答案的问题,从而激发好奇心。]
2.A [根据空后一句可推知,开车时关掉电子设备,多看看窗外也是一种与大自然接触的方式。]
3.C [根据上文中的“Time in nature is an essential investment in your children's health and wellbeing.”和空后的“nurturing creativity ...as parents.”可推知,如果想要培养出健康、平衡发展的孩子,培养他们的创造性和好奇心也是作为父母的责任。]
4.G [根据上文“Observing the stars offers a deeper and wider understanding of the universe.”可推知,G项承接上文,G项中的it指代上句中的“the universe”。]
5.D [根据设空前的“Plant a small garden.”,并与空后一句呼应可推知,此处作者建议父母开辟一个小菜园,帮孩子种点蔬菜,一起见证它们生长的奇迹。]
Ⅲ.语法填空
话题:悉尼城市,活动繁多
Sydney 1.________(consider) to be one of the most expensive cities in the world.But it is possible for international students living on a budget 2.________(find) lots of things to do.For students who enjoy physical activities and nature, there are many places to walk, hike and explore.
The Blue Mountains, located in the 3.________(centre) areas of the Sydney Basin, offers 4.________ number of hiking trails for people of all athletic abilities to take allday hikes, or camping adventures.Students 5.________(draw) more to beaches can do the Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach walk.This walk takes you a little under four miles along the coastline, providing you 6.________ a view of various beautiful beaches and parks.You can also walk through the Royal Botanical Gardens, 7.________ is located along the Sydney Harbour, 8.________(feature) public art and sculptures scattered throughout the gardens.Students will also want to walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge, which is the 9.________(large) steelarch bridge in the world.The bridge was built on March 19, 1932, and walking it is a popular choice for both locals and tourists.Walking the bridge gives you a unique view of the bridge 10._________(it), the city and the harbor.
[语篇解读] 这是一篇说明文。悉尼通常被认为是世界上生活成本最高的城市之一。对于喜欢体育活动和大自然的学生来说,这里有很多地方可以散步、徒步和探索。
1.is considered [考查动词时态语态。句意:悉尼被认为是世界上生活成本最高的城市之一。主语与谓语构成被动关系,且陈述客观事实,应用一般现在时的被动语态,主语为Sydney,谓语用单数。故填is considered。]
2.to find [考查非谓语动词。句意:但是对于生活拮据的国际学生来说,也有可能找到很多事情去做。此处为句型it be adj.for sb.to do sth.,不定式作真正主语。故填to find。]
3.central [考查形容词。句意:蓝山位于悉尼盆地的中心地区,为各种运动能力的人提供了许多徒步路线,以进行全天的徒步旅行或露营冒险。修饰名词areas,应用形容词central,作定语。故填central。]
4.a [考查固定短语。句意:蓝山位于悉尼盆地的中心地区,为各种运动能力的人提供了许多徒步路线,以进行全天的徒步旅行或露营冒险。结合句意表示“许多”可知,短语为a number of。故填a。]
5.drawn [考查非谓语动词。句意:被海滩吸引的学生可以在邦迪海滩到库吉海滩散步。分析句子结构可知,draw在句中应用非谓语动词形式,与逻辑主语students构成被动关系,应用过去分词,作定语。故填drawn。]
6.with [考查介词。句意:沿着海岸线步行不到4英里,你可以看到各种美丽的海滩和公园。此处为短语provide sb.with sth.表示“给某人提供某物”。故填with。]
7.which [考查定语从句。句意:你也可以穿过皇家植物园,它位于悉尼港沿岸,公共艺术和雕塑散落在花园中。此处为非限制性定语从句,修饰先行词the Royal Botanical Gardens,先行词在从句中作主语,指物,应用which引导。故填which。]
8.featuring [考查非谓语动词。句意:你也可以穿过皇家植物园,它位于悉尼港沿岸,公共艺术和雕塑散落在花园中。分析句子结构可知,feature在句中应用非谓语动词形式,与逻辑主语the Royal Botanical Gardens构成主动关系,应用现在分词,作状语。故填featuring。]
9.largest [考查最高级。句意:学生们肯定还想步行穿过悉尼海港大桥,这是世界上最大的钢拱桥。根据后文in the world可知,应用最高级。故填largest。]
10.itself [考查代词。句意:走在桥上,你可以看到桥本身、城市和港口的独特景色。此处指桥本身,应用反身代词itself。故填itself。]
[日积月累] 阅读理解
Regardless of the hardship, Long felt a sort of spiritual adventure while traveling through the wilderness.
句中Regardless of the hardship是介词短语,while traveling through the wilderness 是while 引导的状语从句的省略。句意:尽管困难重重,Long在穿越荒野时都感受到了一种精神上的冒险。
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