题目内容
6.You've seen restaurant reviews in newspapers,or perhaps in magazines or on the Internet.You've read those reviews when you wanted to know about the quality and price of the food at a new restaurant.Or maybe you were looking for a restaurant with a certain atmosphere-dark and romantic,bright and cheerful,or modern.But who writes the articles?Who gets paid to eat?Those lucky people are food critics.Food critics are journalists who eat at restaurants and write reviews that give readers the feeling that they have visited the restaurant themselves.The articles almost always include a description of the restaurant,for example,whether it is nicely decorated or has a beautiful view of the ocean.The menu,prices,and service are generally described as well,but a food critic's main task is to write about the food.
For"foodies"-people who love and study food and cooking-dining is a feast for the senses,not just for the stomach.Food critics may tell readers about the colors of fresh vegetables,the silky texture of a soup,or the rich aroma (芳香) of a perfectly cooked chicken.They will mention whether they were listening to soft music while they ate,or the noises of pots and pans being washed in the restaurant's kitchen.And most importantly,they will describe the taste of every dish on the table,starting with the appetizer and ending with the dessert.
All of this may sound easy enough,but food critics do face some challenges.First,food critics must be excellent writers.Their job is to give accurate information in an entertaining way because newspapers and other publications want the restaurant review to be an enjoyable feature.It is also important for food critics to be very observant (注意观察的) by nature,and to have an excellent memory since taking notes at the table is not something most diners do.And looking like a typical customer is essential for remaining anonymous (匿名的),perhaps the most difficult challenge.Former food critic Ruth Reichl,now editor in chief of Gourmet magazine,used to go to restaurants wearing disguises so that she received the same food and service as any other diner.
Despite the challenges,a career as a food critic appeals to many people.Anyone who is thinking about becoming a food critic should start by developing strong writing skills and learning as much about food and cooking as possible.
49.Which of the following would probably NOT be included in a restaurant review?B
A.A description of a restaurant's atmosphere.
B.Information about a restaurant's diners.
C.Information about a restaurant's prices.
D.A description of a restaurant's food.
50.Why does the writer mention soft music and the noises of pots and pans washed?D
A.Because food critics must listen carefully to the waiters.
B.Because it's important for restaurants to use clean dishes.
C.Because food critics generally focus on the background music.
D.Because the sense of hearing is part of the dining experience.
51.According to the article,why do food critics need to have good memories?C
A.They don't want to take notes at the table.
B.They have to be very observant.
C.They like having a challenging job.
D.They don't like to repeat themselves.
52.Why did Ruth Reichl go to restaurants wearing disguises?C
A.She wanted to get special food and service.
B.She didn't want others to know she was a food critic.
C.She didn't want to be a typical customer.
D.She used an entertaining way to do her job.
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食物评论家评论包括餐厅的气氛,食物和价格,并需要有美好的回忆在餐厅.
解答 49.B.细节理解题.根据第一段:You've read those reviews when you wanted to know about the quality and price of the food at a new restaurant.Or maybe you were looking for a restaurant with a certain atmosphere-dark and romantic可知餐厅的评论包括餐厅的气氛,食物和价格;故选B.
50.D.推理判断题.根据第二段:They will mention whether they were listening to soft music while they ate,or the noises of pots and pans being washed in the restaurant's kitchen可知作者提到轻柔的音乐,锅碗瓢盆的洗涤因为听觉是进餐体验的一部分;故选D.
51.C.推理判断题.根据第三段:and to have an excellent memory since taking notes at the table is not something most diners do.And looking like a typical customer is essential for remaining anonymous (匿名的),perhaps the most difficult challenge可知食物评论家需要有美好的回忆因此他们喜欢挑战;故选C.
52.C.细节理解题.根据倒数第二段:Former food critic Ruth Reichl,now editor in chief of Gourmet magazine,used to go to restaurants wearing disguises so that she received the same food and service as any other diner可知Ruth Reichl伪装去餐厅为了收到了同样的食物服务与任何其他客人;故选C.
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.
Departing(离开) from Grand Canyon's South Rim(外边缘) by Airplane to Grand Canyon's West Rim,you will land and take a ground tour to the Skywalk!Walk on air for 70feet over the edge(边缘) of Grand Canyon West.
This Skywalk has been open since March 28,2007.Daily visitorship to the Skywalk has been over 4,000people.Please be patient to enjoy your moment on the Skywalk.
After you have experienced the one and only Grand Canyon Skywalk Glass Bridge,you will return to the Grand Canyon West Airport and take your Airplane for a flight back to the South Rim of the Canyon.This is a tour never to be forgotten as you will have walked on air over the Grand Canyon.
Tour Itinerary (行程)
Tour Duration(持续时间) | 5.7Hours | The Grand Canyon Adventure Skywalk |
Flight from Grand Canyon South Rim to Grand Canyon West | 1Hour | Experience a bird's-eye view of the Grand Canyon as you make your way to Grand Canyon West. |
Light Lunch at Guano Point at Grand Canyon West | 2Hours | You'll be taken by bus to Guano Point with breathtaking(令人惊叹的) views of the western part of the Grand Canyon where the Calorado River makes its way into Lake Mood.Every table for lunch has a view. |
Walk on the World Famous Skywalk | 1.5Hours | Finally you'll board(登上) your bus to Eagle Point,home of the Grand Canyon Skywalk.Now it is time for you to walk on air for 70feet over the Grand Canyon. |
Flight Back to Grand Canyon South Rim | 1.2Hours | After time on the Skywalk,you'll return to the Grand Canyon West Airport and return to Grand Canyon South Rim in time for dinner and sunset. |
A.Grand Canyon West
B.Grand Canyon South
C.the Skywalk
D.Grand Canyon
26.The package fee does NOT cover the cost ofA.
27.The Grand Canyon Skywalk Bridge is made of glass becauseB.
A.it looks stranger
B.it gives you a better view
C.it looks more beautiful
D.it is cheaper to build
28.According to the Tour Itinerary,the route isD.
A.South Rim→Guano Point→West Airport→Eagle Point→West Airport→South Rim
B.South Rim→West Airport→Eagle Point→West Airport→Guano Point→South Rim
C.South Rim→West Airport→Eagle Point→Guano Point→West Airport→South Rim
D.South Rim→West Airport→Guano Point→Eagle Point→West Airport→South Rim.