2024-2025学年高中英语暑假外刊阅读每日一练 Day 2

外刊改编阅读 暑假外刊阅读每日一练 Day 2 班级_________ 姓名__________ 分数__________ passage 1 Choosing Between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam Vietnam, with its rich culture and history, has two major cities - Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City - that offer distinct experiences. Here's a guide to help you choose between them if you can only explore one. Hanoi: Cultural and Historical Gem Hanoi, the capital with a population of 8.6 million, is a cultural, historical, and traditional city. Its 1000 - year - old soul lies in the Old Quarter. Here, you can find 19th - century Chinese shophouses and French - named rues. 1. ______ It's also home to many of Vietnam's finest museums, like the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology. For those interested in architecture, the One Pillar Pagoda is a must - visit. 2. ______ When hungry, Hanoi is the place for pho, the national noodle dish, with legendary spots like Pho Gia Truyen. Ho Chi Minh City: Cosmopolitan and Vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, with 10 million people, is a cosmopolitan, vibrant, and cool city. As Vietnam's largest urban hub, it's growing rapidly. 3. ______ It's a great place for nightlife, with areas like Bui Vien in District 1. Food lovers will enjoy street food markets. 4. ______ And for art lovers, galleries like Galerie Quynh are worth a visit. Making the Choice Both cities have their unique charm. 5. ______ If you prefer a more traditional and culturally deep - rooted experience, Hanoi is for you. If a cosmopolitan, fast - paced vibe with a mix of modern and traditional appeals, Ho Chi Minh City awaits. A. Hanoi's climate is subtropical, with cool winters, making it pleasant for exploration in various seasons. B. The city also has a vibrant street food scene, from banh mi to fresh seafood. C. It has a 19th - century French colonial past and is full of historical buildings. D. Ho Chi Minh City's tropical climate, with high temperatures all year, means you can enjoy outdoor activities anytime. E. The Vietnam Women's Museum in Hanoi explores female heroes and wartime heroines. F. Ho Chi Minh City is known for its night markets and rooftop bars. G. Hanoi is also easier to navigate now due to traffic - calming measures. Passage 2 Ryan Chetiyawardana, widely known by the moniker Mr Lyan, has been a dominant force in the cocktail world for over a decade. In 2013, he made waves by opening White Lyan in London’s Hoxton district, a pioneering no - waste cocktail bar. Renowned for avoiding common perishables like fruit or ice, he innovates with unique ingredients and techniques such as using beeswax for preservation. Now, with his new food and travel series, Mr Lyan’s Taste Trips, he delves into the roots, traditions, and stories behind iconic drinks. Growing up, Ryan’s Sri Lankan parents used cooking as a way to bring people together, which sowed the seed for his interest in mixology. Initially training as a chef, he found the isolation of the kitchen unappealing. Bartending, with its social and interactive nature, drew him in, sparking his passion for cocktails. The idea for the first no - waste cocktail bar began to form during his time at Bramble bar in Edinburgh in 2008. Observing the waste of ingredients like lemons made him think differently. Later, as discussions about luxury and sustainability gained traction, he realized the hospitality industry could embrace these concepts. With White Lyan, he aimed to challenge norms and start meaningful conversations. Ryan believes that food and drink are powerful tools to discover a destination. If one lacks an intimate connection to a place, exploring it through culinary experiences and beverages offers a deep dive into its culture, history, and people. This belief inspired his travel series, which showcases not just drinks but also the stories and traditions tied to them. During the series, a standout moment was chatting with Hide Tsuguyoshi Ueno, a Japanese bartender and owner. Learning about the ancient concept of “wa” (harmony) in Japanese culture was a profound experience. When it comes to favorite food and drink destinations, Ryan singles out London. Its diverse culinary scene, offering everything from excellent Thai to Lebanese cuisine, along with unique spaces and hospitality, makes it a top pick. And his approach to ordering at bars? It’s all about context and letting the bartender’s creativity shine, seeing cocktails as a blend of consideration and art. 1. What led Ryan to switch from being a chef to a bartender? A. His parents’ cooking tradition. B. The social nature of bartending. C. The desire to open a no - waste bar. D. His experience in a London bar. 2. When did the idea for the no - waste cocktail bar start to take shape? A. After opening White Lyan in 2013. B. During his time at Bramble bar in 2008. C. When he gave lectures in UK cities. D. After the success of his first bar. 3. What is the main idea of the passage? A. The history of no - waste cocktail bars in London. B. Ryan Chetiyawardana’s journey in cocktails and travel. C. How to discover a destination through food and drink. D. The best food and drink destinations around the world. 4. What can we infer about Ryan’s attitude towards bartending? A. He sees it as a way to continue his family’s cooking tradition. B. He believes it should focus only on making delicious drinks. C. He thinks it involves social interaction and cultural exploration. D. He regards it as a less challenging career than being a chef. passage 3 Louis D Hall shares his profound journey with an Arabian horse named Sasha across the Ligurian Alps. This adventure, inspired by his reading of Don Quixote, becomes a tale of quiet companionship and self - discovery. Years ago, Hall, a middle - class writer with an ordinary background, found inspiration in Don Quixote after feeling unfulfilled in his stable job. He then embarked on a journey to Italy, bought Sasha, and set off on an adventure. Horses, especially Arabian breeds, are well - suited for mountain travel, though they face challenges in cold, snowy regions like the Ligurian Alps. During their 111 - day journey, Hall and Sasha endured harsh conditions. They faced snow, cold, and wild wolves. But as they traveled, they forged a unique bond. Sasha, though a horse, became a “companion machine” communicating with Hall without words. This journey not only taught Hall about trust and relying on a loyal companion but also made him realize the importance of being present and seeing the world differently. It was a journey that transformed his restless psyche and opened his eyes to the stories within and around him. 1. What inspired Louis D Hall to start his journey? A. His love for Arabian horses. B. Reading Don Quixote. C. His desire to escape his stable job. D. The beauty of the Ligurian Alps. 2. Which of the following is TRUE about Arabian horses? A. They are not suitable for mountain travel at all. B. They are well - adapted to cold, snowy environments. C. They are a good choice for long - distance mountain travel. D. They are mainly found in the Ligurian Alps. 3. The underlined phrase “forged a sort of companion machine” in the passage probably means ______. A. built a machine for companionship B. created a way of communication like a machine C. made Sasha into a real machine D. found a machine to accompany them 4. What is the main idea of the passage? A. The characteristics of Arabian horses. B. Louis D Hall’s adventure with his horse Sasha and the bond they formed. C. How to travel with a horse in the mountains. D. The challenges of traveling in the Ligurian Alps. Passage 1（七选五） 这是一篇介绍越南河内和胡志明市两座城市特色，帮助读者二选一旅行的文章。以下是各空解析及答案： 答案：B 前文讲河内老街区有 19 世纪中式店铺和法式街道，B 选项 “这座城市也有充满活力的街头美食场景，从法棍三明治到新鲜海鲜（应有尽有）”，继续围绕河内特色，从建筑延伸到美食，衔接自然，补充河内城市体验，所以选 B。 答案：E 段落围绕河内建筑、博物馆、美食等展开，E 选项 “河内的越南妇女博物馆探索女性英雄和战时女英雄（的故事）”，契合前文提到的 “越南最好的博物馆之一” ，属于对河内文化场馆的进一步举例，所以选 E。 答案：C 段落介绍胡志明市，说它是国际化、充满活力的城市，C 选项 “它有 19 世纪法国殖民历史，满是历史建筑”，解释其城市特色形成的历史背景，与 “作为越南最大城市枢纽，发展迅速” 共同勾勒城市轮廓，所以选 C。 答案：F 前文讲胡志明市适合夜生活，F 选项 “胡志明市以其夜市和屋顶酒吧闻名”，是对夜生活场景的具体举例，与 “街头美食市场”“艺术画廊” 共同丰富胡志明市的游玩体验，所以选 F。 答案：D 前文说两座城市各有独特魅力，D 选项 “河内的亚热带气候，冬季凉爽，在不同季节探索都很宜人” 与后文 “胡志明市的热带气候，全年高温，随时能享受户外活动” ，从气候角度对比两座城市，辅助读者做选择，所以选 D。 Passage 2（阅读理解） 文章讲述 Ryan Chetiyawardana 在鸡尾酒行业的经历，包括从厨师转行调酒师的原因、无浪费鸡尾酒吧的创立、美食旅行系列的灵感，以及他对调酒和旅行的感悟。 答案：B 解析：文中提到 “Initially training as a chef, he found the isolation of the kitchen unappealing. Bartending, with its social and interactive nature, drew him in”，说明是调酒工作的社交性（social nature）吸引他转行，选 B。A 选项父母烹饪传统是兴趣起源，非转行原因；C 选项开无浪费酒吧是后续行为；D 选项文中未提伦敦酒吧经历促使转行。 答案：B 解析：根据 “The idea for the first no - waste cocktail bar began to form during his time at Bramble bar in Edinburgh in 2008”，可知无浪费酒吧想法 2008 年在 Bramble 酒吧工作时萌芽，选 B。A 选项 2013 年是 White Lyan 开业时间；C 选项 “在英国城市做讲座” 是推动理念的后续行为；D 选项 “第一家酒吧成功后” 无依据。 答案：B 解析：文章围绕 Ryan 展开，讲他从厨师到调酒师的职业转变、无浪费酒吧的创立、美食旅行系列的推出及背后理念，整体是他在鸡尾酒和旅行领域的历程（journey in cocktails and travel），选 B。A 选项只聚焦伦敦无浪费酒吧历史，片面；C 选项 “通过饮食探索目的地” 是系列理念，非文章主旨；D 选项 “全球最佳饮食目的地” 只是文章部分内容。 答案：C 解析：从 “Ryan believes that food and drink are powerful tools to discover a destination... seeing cocktails as a blend of consideration and art” 可推断，他认为调酒涉及社交互动（与顾客、同行交流）和文化探索（通过酒探索目的地文化），选 C。A 选项 “延续家庭烹饪传统” 无依据；B 选项 “只关注做美味酒” 与文中强调的文化、互动等内涵相悖；D 选项 “认为调酒比厨师轻松” ，文中仅说厨师工作孤独，未比较职业难度。 Passage 3（阅读理解） 文章讲述 Louis D Hall 与阿拉伯马 Sasha 穿越利古里亚阿尔卑斯山的冒险，以及旅途中建立的独特情感联结和自我成长。 答案：B 解析：文中提到 “After being inspired by Quixote’s failed yet determined escapes, I, however, I decided to create a tale of my own”，说明是阅读《堂吉诃德》（Don Quixote）激励他开启旅程，选 B。A 选项 “对阿拉伯马的热爱” 是旅程中的收获，非出发原因；C 选项 “逃离稳定工作的欲望” 是潜在情绪，阅读书籍才是直接触发点；D 选项 “利古里亚阿尔卑斯山的美丽” 是旅程目的地特色，非灵感来源。 答案：C 解析：根据 “It’s no secret that horses are the supreme land animal when it comes to long - distance travel... especially Arabians aren’t designed for mountainous... but are born for endurance” ，可知阿拉伯马适合长距离山地旅行（long - distance mountain travel），选 C。A 选项 “完全不适合山地旅行” 与原文 “well - suited for mountain travel” 相悖；B 选项 “适应寒冷多雪环境” 错误，文中说阿拉伯马本就不是为寒冷山区设计；D 选项 “主要在利古里亚阿尔卑斯山” 无依据。 答案：B 解析：结合 “six legs and two hearts communicating without words — that seemed to act like a magnet” ，可知是说 Hall 和 Sasha 形成不用语言、类似 “机器般” 高效的沟通模式（a way of communication like a machine），选 B。A 选项 “建造陪伴机器”、C 选项 “把 Sasha 变成真机器” 、D 选项 “找到陪伴机器” ，均曲解 “companion machine” 含义，这里是比喻人与马的情感联结和沟通状态。 答案：B 解析：文章围绕 Hall 与 Sasha 的冒险，讲他们经历艰难、建立联结，以及旅程对 Hall 的改变，核心是 “冒险经历 + 情感联结” ，选 B。A 选项 “阿拉伯马的特征” 是辅助说明旅程的内容，片面；C 选项 “如何在山地骑马旅行” 非文章重点；D 选项 “山地旅行的挑战” 只是旅程的一部分，未涵盖情感、成长等核心内容。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$