题目内容
12.Four great railway journeysTravelling by rail holds a romantic and old-fashioned appeal that can't be matched by flying or driving.By taking the slow route,you get to experience and interact with an area in a completely different way.
The Rocky Mountaineer
Where:Canada,from Vancouver to Banff,Jasper and Calgary.
When:In June,which is springtime in the Rockies,complete with blooming flowers and abundant wildlife.
Duration:between two and eight days,travelling only in daylight,staying in luxury hotels.
Highlights:Splendid views of Rocky mountains,incredible luxury at every stage of the trip,traditional native storytelling,wine classes and natural history workshop.
The Chepe
Where:Mexico.It begins its journey in the mountains of Chihuahua and finishes on the Sinaloa coast.
When:In the rainy season,from June to October,you'll get lush vegetation(丰富的植被) and blooming cacti(仙人掌),although mid-summer (July) temperatures can reach 44°C.
Duration:Doing the route straight through takes 14 hours,but you'll want to stop off overnight and explore traditional towns along the way.
Highlights:The train winds its way down through 656km of the spectacular Copper Canyon (which is deeper than the Grand Canyon),over 37 precarious-looking bridges and through 86tunnels.Local people sell crafts and foods along the route.
The Ghan
Where:Australia,from Adelaide to Darwin via Alice Springs.
When:Going during the wet season (December,January) will allow you to see more wildlife and tropical splendour in the north,though peak season is usually the winter.
Duration:Going straight through takes 52 hours.There are disembarkation points(登陆点) from which you can take tours.
Highlights:Going through Australia's Red Centre with cobalt-blue skies,red earth and not much else-a beautiful and serene(宁静的) experience.
The Royal Scotsman
Where:Travels around the Scottish Highlands or all the way around Great Britain.
When:Warmer weather and up to 20 hours of daylight in June makes it the perfect time to watch ospreys soaring (鱼鹰飞翔) over mirror-like lochs(湖),or go in October for autumn colours and the rather vocal stag-rutting season.
Duration:Trips can be as short as two days or as long as seven.Highlights:Possibly the most expensive train journey in the world.You'll be treated like a member of the monarchy(皇室).Indulgent(放纵的) cuisine,fine wines and carriages that look like rooms at Balmoral Castle await those willing to part with a minimum of£2350 per person for a two-night trip.
9.Which of the following journey has the shortest duration?A
A.The Chepe.
B.The Ghan.
C.The Rocky mountaineer.
D.The Royal scotsman.
10.Visitors may have the opportunity to try some wine inD.
A.The Royal scotsman and The Chepe
B.The Royal scotsman and The Ghan
C.The Rocky mountaineer and The Chepe
D.The Rocky mountaineer and The Royal Scotsman
11.If a Chinese family wants to have a travel during the Spring Festival,which one would be suitable for them?B
A.The Chepe.B.The Ghan.C.The Rocky mountaineer.D.The Royal scotsman.
分析 本文属于说明文阅读,作者通过这篇文章主要向我们描述了四大铁路旅行的信息,他们不同的风景以及吸引人之处,帮助读者更好的选择.
解答 9.A.细节理解题.抓住题目的关键词"shortest duration"--最短的持续时间.对比四个地点between two and eight days,travelling only in daylight;Doing the route straight through takes 14 hours;Going straight through takes 52 hours,Trips can be as short as two days or as long as seven可知The Chepe旅行时间最短;故选 A
10.D.细节理解题.定位关键词:try some wine,在 The Rocky mountaineer 中定位 wine classes and natural history workshop.在 The Royal scotsman 中定位 fine wines and carriages可知游客可能有机会尝试一些葡萄酒在The Royal scotsman;故选D.
11.B.推理判断题,根据题目中的关键信息点 during the Spring Festival,确定从四个地点的时间栏Going during the wet season (December,January) will allow you to see more wildlife and tropical splendour in the north,though peak season is usually the winter可知如果一个中国家庭想在春节期间旅行应选择The Ghan;故选B.
点评 考察学生的细节理解和推理判断能力,做细节理解题时一定要找到文章中的原句,和题干进行比较,再做出正确的选择.在做推理判断题不要以个人的主观想象代替文章的事实,要根据文章事实进行合乎逻辑的推理判断.
There were some people who came to the (48)Bthat I never could understand,(49)A.They would (50)B every day carrying around and (51)B their huge,heavy bags full of stuff.They would be all (52)C in fancy swimsuits.They would cover themselves in lotion(乳液),(53)Dthen sit in the shade of umbrellas.They spent most of their time near their (54)A,sitting in chairs,and watching other people swim.(55)B they did dive in the pool,it was only for a few (56)Dbefore retreating back to their stuff.I often (57)Cwhy they came to the pool at all.
Sometimes I think that life at the pool is a lot like life (58)D.Some people spend so much time carrying around and worrying about their stuff that they (59)C get to swim at all.Don't (60)Aone of them.Life is for living not for sitting with your stuff.
41.A.school | B.home | C.training | D.swimming |
42.A.waste | B.spare | C.remember | D.spend |
43.A.early | B.frequently | C.deliberately | D.rarely |
44.A.summer | B.past | C.closing | D.local |
45.A.pure | B.false | C.additional | D.innocent |
46.A.breaks | B.games | C.time | D.summer |
47.A.drove | B.stayed | C.missed | D.walked |
48.A.life | B.pool | C.village | D.hometown |
49.A.however | B.therefore | C.somehow | D.thus |
50.A.slip away | B.show up | C.give up | D.take off |
51.A.examining | B.watching over | C.opened | D.got hold of |
52.A.embarrassed | B.buried | C.dressed up | D.fed up |
53.A.so | B.or | C.for | D.but |
54.A.bags | B.shade | C.umbrella | D.friends |
55.A.Once | B.If | C.Unless | D.As |
56.A.miles | B.hours | C.days | D.minutes |
57.A.explained | B.inquired about | C.wondered | D.figured out |
58.A.for certain | B.in summer | C.in particular | D.in general |
59.A.never | B.always | C.hardly | D.occasionally |
60.A.become | B.envy | C.forget about | D.rely on |
Yellowstone National Park is at high altitude.Most of the park is above 7500 feet (2275 meters).
Yellowstone's weather is unpredictable.In summer,it may be warm and sunny with temperatures in the high 70s.At night in any given month,the temperature may drop close to freezing.So it is best to come prepared for cold evenings and mornings,especially if you are camping or hiking.When you leave your campsite,please leave it prepared for possible thundershowers and wind.
A sunny warm day may become fiercely stormy with wind,rain,sleet and sometimes snow.Without enough clothing,an easy day hike or boat trip can turn into a battle for survival.
Seasonal Weather Information | |
Spring Cold and snow continue into May,although temperatures gradually climb.Early in spring,daytime temperatures average in the 40s to 50s; by late May and June,they may reach the 60s and 70s.Nighttime lows fall below freezing. | Summer Daytime temperatures are usually in the 70s,occasionally reaching the 80s in the lower area.Nights are cool,temperatures may drop in the 40s and 30s,sometimes even the 20s.June can be cool and rainy; July and August tend to be somewhat drier,although afternoon thundershowers are common. |
Fall Weather can be pleasant,although temperatures average 10~20degrees lower than summer readings.Nighttime lows can fall into the teens and even lower.Snowstorms increase in frequency as the weeks go by or towards the end of the fall season. | Winter Temperatures often stay near zero throughout the day,occasionally reaching high in the 20s.Subzero nighttime lows are common.Annual snowfall averages nearly 150inches in most of the park.At higher places,200~400inches of snow have been recorded. |
A、terrible thunderstorms
B、the beautiful scenery
C、campsites for free
D、the special weather
26、This passage is mainly written for those who plan toCin Yellowstone National Park.
A、do research work
B、take a business trip
C、spend their holidays or take a tour
D、have sports games
27、Which of the following best describes Yellowstone's weather?D
A、It's pretty warm in the day and very cold at night throughout the year.
B、The lowest nighttime temperature often stays about zero in winter.
C、Weather in fall is pleasant and temperatures never fall below freezing.
D、The weather is generally changeable and it snows most of the year.
28、If you are planning to spend your holiday in Yellowstone National Park in summer,what should you take with you?B
A、Just some light clothing such as T-shirts or skirts.
B、Both light clothing and warm clothing.
C、Just some warm clothing such as sweaters or coats.
D、Either light clothing or warm clothing.