外刊时文 阅读理解 每日一练7-2025届高三英语二轮复习

题型：高中阅读理解 来源：外刊读物 Passage 1 字数：173 关键词：家禽运输 来源：Readers digest Shortly before a baby chick hatches, the yolk is absorbed into its abdomen, providing enough nutrition for it to survive 72 hours without additional feed or water. Newly hatched turkeys, pheasants, ducks, and geese also have this ability. This allows millions of baby birds to be shipped across the US via the Postal Service every year. Veteran poultry-keepers might have ordered day-old chicks or other fowl from a hatchery and received them at the local post office. The Postal Service has been handling and shipping chicks since 1918. In the past, they were transported in mail cars on regional routes and trains. But between 1950 and 1960, many small hatcheries went out of business due to changing demographics and decreasing order sizes. Surviving hatcheries had to ship smaller orders over longer distances, which led to changes in shipping methods. Airlines started carrying the boxes of chicks in their cargo holds, but there were issues like long holds in extreme temperatures, poor ventilation, and problems with dry ice. Ground transportation also had its problems. 1. What enables baby chicks and some other newly hatched birds to be shipped safely? A. Special packaging provided by the hatcheries. B. The yolk absorbed into their abdomens, which sustains them for 72 hours. C. The use of advanced temperature control during shipping. D. The careful handling by experienced postal workers. 2. Why did many small hatcheries go out of business between 1950 and 1960? A. Because of the high cost of chicken feed. B. Due to increased competition from larger hatcheries. C. Changing demographics and decreasing order sizes. D. Problems with the quality of the chicks they produced. 3. What problems were encountered when shipping baby chicks by air? A. The chicks often got frightened during the flight. B. Boxes were sometimes held in inappropriate conditions and there were ventilation issues. C. The airlines charged too much for shipping. D. The chicks were often misrouted to the wrong destinations. 4. What can be inferred about the future of shipping baby poultry? A. It will likely stop due to too many problems. B. New and improved shipping methods will probably be developed. C. Only large hatcheries will continue to ship chicks. D. The Postal Service will no longer be involved in chick shipping. Answer Key: 1. B 2. C 3. B 4. B Passage 2 字数：274 关键词：鸡蛋沙拉三明治 来源：Readers digest Who doesn't enjoy a well-made egg salad sandwich? While the traditional combination of mayo, hard-boiled eggs, salt, and pepper on white bread can be delicious, there are numerous other ways to pair eggs and bread. Before exploring alternative recipes, let's consider how to enhance the classic egg salad sandwich. Spreads and Breads: Buttering both slices of bread is recommended as it forms a moisture barrier, preventing sogginess. Additionally, butter complements the flavor of eggs. Beyond butter, various spreads can be added for extra flavor, such as green or caramelized onions, Dijon mayo, or sriracha for those who like it spicy. There is a wide range of bread options available, from regular white bread to artisan sourdough, as well as wraps, pitas, tortillas, English muffins, bagels, and more. Add-Ins: Many ingredients can be added to egg salad to enhance its taste and texture. These include diced celery, olives, pickles, capers, green onions, peppers, jalapeños, cucumbers, bacon, ham, and high-quality mayonnaise. A Scandinavian trick involves adding diced pickled beets for a pink color and a unique flavor. A drop of pickle juice can also be used to moisten the mixture and add a tangy taste. Getting Spicy: In addition to the usual salt and pepper, various spices and herbs can be used to elevate the flavor of mayo and eggs. These include curry, chili flakes, smoked paprika, hot sauce, and fresh herbs like chives, cilantro, parsley, tarragon, thyme, and dill. Toppings: While some people have strong opinions about toppings on egg salad sandwiches, adding a leaf or two of something crunchy or peppery, such as arugula, lettuce, baby spinach, or sprouts, can be a nice addition. 1. Why is it advisable to butter both slices of bread when making an egg salad sandwich? A. To make the bread taste better. B. To prevent the bread from getting soggy. C. To add more calories to the sandwich. D. To give the sandwich a smoother texture. 2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a possible add-in for egg salad? A. Shredded carrots. B. Diced pickles. C. Chopped olives. D. Crisp bacon. 3. What can be used to add a tangy flavor to the egg salad mixture? A. A drop of lemon juice. B. A pinch of sugar. C. A drop of pickle juice. D. A spoonful of vinegar. 4. According to the text, which of the following is a controversial topic regarding egg salad sandwiches? A. The type of bread to use. B. The use of spices. C. The addition of toppings. D. The amount of mayo. Answer Key: 1. B 2. A 3. C 4. C Passage 3 字数：350 关键词：气候变化 来源：Readers digest World leaders gathered in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 - 24 for an annual address to climate change. About 50 government officials, climate scientists, youth activists, and environmental advocates attended COP29, which ended with the announcement of a controversial proposal. What is COP29? The event is held by the United Nations (UN), a group of 193 nations. COP stands for Conference of the Parties. And it includes 197 countries that have signed onto three major global climate agreements: the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement. This agreement, established in 2015, set a goal of limiting global temperature increases to no more than 1.5 °C (2.7 °F) higher than they were in the early 1900s. Scientists agree that even further warming would make the impact of climate change much more severe. At COP29, participants negotiated. Officials from developing nations were asked by the climate official, from a developed country, "Will not the address of the climate challenge we face be more severe?" She said the deal was reached through input without through, which led to the developed country's larger population having more influence. The heads of state said the climate deal would require companies that produce for fossil fuels to contribute to the fund. But they also said the wealthy countries' challenges at home made it more difficult to reach agreements. Simon Stiell, the head of the UNFCCC, said, "No country got everything they wanted, and we still have a mountain to climb with work to be done by Baku." Antonio Guterres, the UN chief, said, "I had hoped for a more ambitious outcome... But this agreement provides a basis on which to build." What will happen next? COP30 will be held in 2025. Developing countries said they would resume the battle for more funds to ensure that wealthy nations further reduce their use of fossil fuels. But many expressed concerns about how US participation once Donald Trump returns to the presidency in January 2025. He has said he would roll back environmental regulations and pull the US from the Paris climate deal. Questions: 1. What was the main topic of the gathering in Baku from November 11 - 24? A. Global economic cooperation B. Climate change C. International security issues D. Technological innovation 2. Which of the following is NOT one of the global climate agreements mentioned in the text? A. The Montreal Protocol B. The Kyoto Protocol C. The Paris Agreement D. The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change 3. What did Simon Stiell imply about the outcome of COP29? A. It achieved all the goals set before. B. It was a perfect success with no further work needed. C. There is still much work to be done. D. It was a total failure. 4. Why are developing countries concerned about the future? A. Because they don't have enough funds for climate change. B. Because they are afraid that wealthy nations will not reduce fossil fuel use. C. Because of the possible change in US participation and policy under Trump. D. Because they can't reach agreements with developed countries. Answers: 1. B 2. A 3. C 4. C 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$