题目内容
【题目】 Everyone fancies a bargain; if it is free, everyone loves it even more! Those who do not believe in a free lunch can now eat their words because it is possible to get things for free in Singapore without any conditions attached. Let me introduce you to some tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.
Food
Go search for food festivals and fairs. These food sellers usually put out a lot of small samples for all to try. Famous ones include the Singapore Food Festival held annually in the month of July at various locations including the Takashimaya Square and Plaza Singapura.
Haircuts
There are well-known hair salons every month that require hair models for apprentices(学徒) to exercise their skills or for their hair stylists(发型师) to experiment with new styles. Unbelievable as it might sound, most people come out of this experience satisfied and addicted to more of such deals. Free Internet
Most hotels offer free wifi. There are also many cafes in Singapore that offer free wireless surfing. However, order a coffee to avoid unfriendly stares from the staff. Popular spots include the McDonald’s, Starbucks and
Cafe Galilee outlets throughout our island. Free City Tour If you are a traveler in Singapore, the Singapore Tourism Board has arranged for you to enjoy a free two-hour city tour that offers you a choice to enjoy a Sentosa Island tour or a small-boat experience.
Living and traveling in Singapore is expensive, but sometimes all it takes is a closer look at all the little sheltered comers of this island to appreciate the occasional treasures that are given to those who seek.
【1】Which of the following best explains the underlined part “all without even touching your wallet”？
A.Free of charge.B.Free of worry.
C.Free of pain.D.Free of tax.
【2】From which way does free “Haircuts” benefit hair salons?
A.Advertising their products.
B.Attracting more customers.
C.Developing their staff’s skills.
D.Building their reputation.
【3】In which part of a magazine can we read this text?
A.Health.B.Economy.
C.Education.D.Travel.
【答案】
【1】A
【2】C
【3】D
【解析】
本文是说明文。文章介绍了在新加坡旅游或生活可以免费得到的服务和产品。
【1】词句猜测题。根据第一段中的Let me introduce you to some tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.可知，让我向你介绍一些关于在哪里和如何获得免费礼物的小窍门，所有这些都是免费的。文章首段画线部分前文get things for free in Singapore有提示，由此推知，划线部分是“免费”的意思。故选A。
【2】细节理解题。根据第三段中的There are well-known hair salons every month that require hair models for apprentices(学徒) to exercise their skills or for their hair stylists(发型师) to experiment with new styles. 可知，有一些著名的发廊每个月都需要发型模特为徒弟们练习技巧，或者让发型师尝试新的发型。由此可知，美发沙龙的学徒和发型师都可以通过免费“理发”来提高自己的专业技能。故选C。
【3】推理判断题。根据第一段中的Those who do not believe in a free lunch can now eat their words because it is possible to get things for free in Singapore without any conditions attached. Let me introduce you to some tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.（那些不相信免费午餐的人现在可以食言了，因为在新加坡可以不附加任何条件免费得到东西。让我来给你介绍一些在哪里以及如何获得免费礼物的小技巧，所有这些甚至都不用动你的钱包）可知，全文主要讲在新加坡旅游时可享受的免费服务和产品，本文应属于旅游范畴。故选D。
做这类题材阅读理解时要求考生对文章通读一遍，做题时结合原文和题目有针对性的找出相关语句进行仔细分析，结合选项选出正确答案。推理判断题也是要在抓住关键句子的基础上合理的分析才能得出正确答案，切忌胡乱猜测，一定要做到有理有据。如第3小题，From which way does free “Haircuts” benefit hair salons?要求判断出免费“理发”对发廊有什么好处。根据第三段中的There are well-known hair salons every month that require hair models for apprentices(学徒) to exercise their skills or for their hair stylists(发型师) to experiment with new styles. 可知，有一些著名的发廊每个月都需要发型模特为徒弟们练习技巧，或者让发型师尝试新的发型。由此可知，美发沙龙的学徒和发型师都可以通过免费“理发”来提高自己的专业技能。
