1、12019年高考英语阅读理解一轮练（十一）李仕才AOPENINGS AND PREVIEWSAntlia PneumaticaIn a new play by Anne Washburn, directed by Ken Rus Schmoll, a group of estranged friends gather at a Texas farm house to bury one of their peers. (Peter Jay Sharp, 416 W. 42nd St. 212-279-4200. In previews.)Bright StarSteve Martin and E
2、die Brickell wrote this bluegrass-and-Americana musical, in which a magazine editor meets a soldier returning from the Second World War. Walter Bobbie directs. (Cort, 138 W. 48th St. 212-239-6200. In previews.)The CrucibleIvo van Hove directs Arthur Millers classic drama about the Salem witch trials
3、, starring Saoirse Ronan, Ben Whishaw, Ciaran Hinds, and Sophie Okonedo. (Walter Kerr, 219 W. 48th St. 212-239-6200. In previews.)Dry PowderJohn Krasinski, Claire Danes, and Hank Azaria star in Sarah Burgesss play, in which an executive at a private-equity firm (私人股本公司) tries to rebound from a P.R.
4、disaster. Thomas Kail directs. (Public, 425 Lafayette St. 212-967-7555. In previews. Opens Oct. 28, 2017)The FatherFrank Langella stars in a play by the French writer Florian Zeller, translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by Doug Hughes for Manhattan Theatre Club, about an eighty-year-old ma
5、n who is losing his grip on his own life story. (Samuel J. Friedman, 261 W. 47th St. 212-239-6200. Previews begin Oct. 28, 2017)1.If youre interested in American music, where can you get entertained?A. Peter Jay Sharp, 416 W. 42nd St. B. Cort, 138 W. 48th St.C. Walter Kerr, 219 W. 48th St. D. Public
6、, 425 Lafayette St.2.If you want to preview a play now, which of the following is not available?2A. Bright Star B. The CrucibleC. Dry Powder D. The Father3.The authors purpose of writing the passage is to _ .A. inform B. entertainC. persuade D. describe【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文，主要是向读者介绍四部影片。1.B 【解析】细节理解题。根据 Br
7、ight Star中的“Steve Martin and Edie Brickell wrote this bluegrass-and-Americana musical”及“Cort, 138 W. 48th St. 212-239-6200. In previews.”可知，可以在 Cort, 138 W. 48th St. 欣赏美国音乐，故B项正确。3.A 【解析】推理判断题。通读文章内容可知，本文主要是向读者介绍四部影片，故 A 项正确。B(2016齐鲁名校高三第一次联考)US actress Natalie Portman,33，has always been praised for
8、 her smarts.At 18，she went to Harvard University following the release (公映) of her film Star Wars：Episode I in 1999.Four years later，she graduated with a bachelors degree in psychology.Then she took graduate courses at Hebrew University in Jerusalem.She speaks six languages and has twice been publis
9、hed in scientific journals.You may think she has achieved all of these things easily thanks to her fame as actress，but only Portman herself knows what she has been through.In late May，the Oscar winner revealed that her time at Harvard had some“dark moments”when she gave a speech to graduating Harvar
10、d students.“I felt like that I wasnt smart enough to be in this company，and that 3every time I opened my mouth I would have to prove that I wasnt just a dumb actress， ”she said.It was that fear that helped her carve out her own path，Portman admitted.“My belief that I could handle these things(her ow
11、n limitations)was half the battle.The other half was very hard work， ”she said.“Sometimes，your insecurities (不安) and your inexperience may lead you to take on other peoples expectations，standards，or values， ”she added.【解题导语】 本文概括了奥斯卡获奖女演员波特曼的突出成就和奋斗历程。1What can be inferred about Portman is Harvard f
12、rom her speech?AShe experienced a hard time.BShe got wide attention as an actress.CShe tried hard to prove herself a good actress.DShe enjoyed the life as a university student.解析：选 A。推理判断题。从第三段“dark moments”可以推出 A为正确选项。2Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?AShe can speak six forei
13、gn languages.BAfter she entered Harvard University，she starred in Star Wars.CShe has twice been published in art journals.DShe won an Oscar Award.解析：选 D。细节理解题。从第三段“the Oscar winner revealed that.”可以推出D为正确选项。3How did Portman overcome her disadvantages?ABy her fame and education.BBy means of her belie
14、f and hard work.CThrough her beauty and smarts.DWith her fear and inexperience.4解析：选 B。细节理解题。根据倒数第二段可知，她战胜自己的局限性，一半靠信心，另一半靠勤奋。CNowadays, it seems that everybody wants to be a leader. Countless books about how to manage a company or influence others fill bookstores. But one neednt be a CEO or Politic
15、ian to be a leader. Former U. S. President John Adams said, “If your action inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”The key to becoming such a leader lies in character. People follow only those whom they respect, trust and admire. What attractive traits
16、does such a leader have? Below are five of the most important.Leaders have courageThe New York firefighters who ran into the burning World Trade Tower to rescue others are modernday models of courage. Yet even more than physical courage, the everyday demands of modern life require moral courage. Ins
17、isting on doing the right thing despite pressure to act otherwise takes such courage.Leaders must face fear and doubt in many of the decisions they make. Having these feelings doesnt mean one isnt courageous. After all, courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, its doing the right thing despite on
18、es fears.Leaders are humbleBeing humble simply means having an accurate view of ones own limitations. Everybody has limitations. Leaders deal with theirs by seeking help from others.When leaders seek help, they recognize the skills that order other people bring to the table. And when they are succes
19、sful, leaders generously praise all who contributed to the success. Humble leaders dont promote themselves; they promote others.Learning is a lifelong goal, no matter ones position. Humble leaders are never too proud to learn from all sources of knowledgeeven those under them.Leaders serve othersJus
20、t Christ said， “If anyone wants to be first, he must be the very last, and the servant of all.” Leaders serve others and put the needs of others before themselves. They make the good of everyone on the team a personal priority.Leaders who serve others help the whole team accomplish more. Leaders do
21、things 5to make sure everybody has the resources needed. They go the extra mile to help out during a busy rush. When leaders serve, followers are also encouraged to serve each other.Leaders have passionMoney or success can motivate someone to show up for an activity. But what motivates one to really
22、 put his heart into something? The answer is passionthe feeling that the activity is significant.Outstanding leaders inspire others because they are motivated by passion for what they do. Leaders show the significance of routine work to others by emphasizing the big picture. They demonstrate how an
23、activity not only benefits the individual, but also ones family, community and entire society. Their passion ignites the passion of others.Leaders have integrityOnes integrity can be measured by what one does when nobody is looking. Leaders practice what they preach all the time, not just in the pre
24、sence of others. Leaders also set the example for integrity. If a leader values being punctual, he arrives early.Leadership is more about who you are than what you know or can do. By following these principles, you can become a better person. And that in turn will make you a better leader.文章大意：本文是一篇
25、说明文。本文主要介绍了领导者的特征和品质，要做一名领导者不一定要做 CEO或政客，如果你的行为能激励他人，让他人学到更多，做得更多，成就更多，你就是一名领导者。1Which should be the very beginning of the text?AStrong and effective leadership might have made the team more successful.BLeadership is the position of being the leader.CLeadership is not just about what you know or doi
26、ts also about who you are!DLeadership refers to the set of characteristics.答案：C 推理判断题。根据最后一段第一句“Leadership is more about who you are than what you know or can do.”可知，本文主要讲述领导并不是关于他们所懂的和所做的，而是关于他们个人的品格特征等，首段通常与尾段相呼应，故 C项正确。2What does the underlined word “traits” probably mean?AA strong point that one
27、 who serves in a special field should be skilled in.BA particular characteristic that can produce a particular type of behavior.6CA physical or mental power that is needed to do something.DA clear purpose that a good leader should work with.答案：B 词义猜测题。根据该句中的“such a leader have”以及下文所介绍的领导者的五个重要的品格特征可
28、知，traits 意为“人的个性特点” ，故 B项正确。3This action “If a leader wants everyone to work hard, he works harder.” belongs to _.ALeaders are humbleBLeaders serve othersCLeaders have passionDLeaders have integrity答案：D 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段第三句“Leaders also set the example for integrity.”可知，领导者往往起到榜样的作用，由此可推出， “领导者想要他人努力工作，
29、他也努力工作”能体现出 Leaders have integrity这个品质。故 D项正确。4What could be the best title for the text?AA Leaders CharacterBA Leader for an OrganizationCThe Abilities of a LeaderDThe Responsibilities of a Leader答案：A 标题概括题。根据第二段最后两句“What attractive traits does such a leader have? Below are five of the most importa
30、nt.”以及最后一段第一句“Leadership is more about who you are than what you know or can do.”可知，本文主要讲述了领导者的品质。故 A项正确。D(2016辽宁沈阳高三联考)Selena Gomez and I are scheduled to meet at a lowkey coffee shop in Encino.Not wanting to keep the superstar waiting，I arrived at nine,20 minutes early.As I was catching up on emai
31、ls，Selena quietly scooted into the seat next to me.No bodyguard.Not even a drop of makeup.She was ten minutes early and so inconspicuous that no one else in the restaurant looked up so much.Selena was wearing Bebe shorts.She had a baby face and ordered a hot chocolate.After making a small talk about
32、 what she wore for the shoot，she dived into 7the subject of her career.Selena declared 2012 the year of movies.She filmed three: Spring Breakers，a drama; The Getaway，an action flick; and Hotel Transylvania, a comedy.Each is a marked move away from the teen style that made her a household name.Now th
33、at her Disney days are behind her，Selena is at that unstable point in a child stars career where she is trying to grow up both as a person(she turned 20 in July) and as an artist.“Being part of the Disney Channel was such a blessing，and Im super happy with what my show accomplished，but acting is som
34、ething I would like to take on more seriously.” She continued， “I dont necessarily feel accomplished.I want to creat a whole different persona when it comes to acting.”Selena has been working fulltime since she was seven years old and scored a role on Barneywe paid and went our own ways.The family p
35、robably ended up discussing their day while I just walked back to my hotel with a smile on my face.1.The author chose an Italian restaurant instead of a German one probably because . A.the author didnt like German foodB.the food in the Italian restaurant was cheapC.the Italian restaurant was popular
36、 in the townD.the German restaurants in the town were closed答案:B解析:推理判断题。根据第二段的“IknowIshouldhavegoneformoretraditionalGermanfood,buttheideaofaplateofItaliannoodlesforonlysixeuroswastoomuchtopassup.”可知仅仅 6欧元的意大利面条对作者还是比较有吸引力的。2.When invited to have dinner with the family,the author was . 10A.happy B.
37、angryC.disappointed D.surprised答案:D解析:推理判断题。根据第三段的“Icouldntbelieveit!ThiswastheGermanfriendlinessIhadreadabout.”可知答案。3.We can conclude from the passage that the author . A.couldnt speak any GermanB.was outgoing and enjoyed talking to peopleC.didnt like to travel in a foreign countryD.had an enjoyabl
38、e dinner with the family答案:D解析:推理判断题。根据最后一段的“.Ijustwalkedbacktomyhotelwithasmileonmyface.”可知答案。4.Whats the authors purpose of writing the passage?A.To share her experience in Germany.B.To encourage readers to travel in Germany.C.To explain why Germans are friendly.D.To express thanks to the German family.答案:A解析:作者意图题。本文的目的是和大家分享作者在德国旅游时的经历。
