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10.Before Alaska became part of the U.S.,it had been owned by Russia.Trading posts and small settlements were scattered along the coast.The rest of land was left unexplored.The Russians were mainly interested in the wealth of furs from the vast herds of seals they found there.
By the mid-1800's,most of the seal herds had been wiped out,and Russia no longer wanted to keep Alaska.William Seward,Secretary of State for President Johnson,believed the United States should buy Alaska from Russia.President Johnson wasn't so sure it was a wise way to spend U.S.money,but he agreed to let Seward discuss it with the Russians.Acting quickly,Seward made a deal.On March 30,1867,he signed an agreement for the U.S.to pay seven million dollars for the land.
Many people thought it was a foolish waste of America's money.They called the deal"Seward's folly".Then gold was discovered in Alaska and public opinion changed quickly.
Seward did not live to see the true value of Alaska.He died in 1872,five years after making the purchase (购买).Each year,Alaska's natural resources have brought in many times the $7,000,000paid for it.Natural gas,coal,oil,lumber,seafood and other minerals,besides the gold first found,have made it a valuable addition to the United States.In 1959,Alaska became the 49th state of the United States.
43.The Russians wanted to sell Alaska becauseC.
A.they thought it wasn't a good place      
B.they couldn't find enough seals there
C.they thought it didn't belong to Russia  
D.they wanted to earn more money from the U.S.
44.When Seward signed the agreement,many people thoughtC.
A.it was a successful deal           
B.it had its true value
C.he wasted U.S.money            
D.he was clever
45.Which of the following things was found first in Alaska?D
A.Gas.B.Coal.C.Gold.D.Oil.
46.Before 1959,the United States hadB.
A.37states B.48states     C.49states    D.50states.

分析 文章主要介绍了阿拉斯加成为美国一个州的过程.从美国人购买该州到分析黄金和各种资源都有了清楚地介绍.集中考查细节题,要求考生准确把握文章大意,准确审题,清楚定位.

解答 43.C细节题:根据第二段第一句话"By the mid-1800's,most of the seal herds had been wiped out,and Russia no longer wanted to keep Alaska"十九世纪中期大多数海豹群已经彻底消失了,俄罗斯不想在拥有阿拉斯加了.故选C. 
44.C细节题:根据第三段第一句"Many people thought it was a foolish waste of America's money.They called the deal"Seward's folly"".说明很多人都认为购买阿拉斯加是浪费钱.故选C. 
45.D细节题:根据第四段中"Natural gas,coal,oil,lumber,seafood and other minerals,besides the gold first found"说明黄金是最新被发现的.故选D. 
46.B细节题:根据文章第四段最后一句"In 1959,Alaska became the 49th state of the United States."1959年,阿拉斯加变成美国第49个州,由此可知之前是48个州.故选B.

点评 本文是人文地理类阅读理解.这类题材是高考常考内容,它注重考查考生对整体内容的把握,做题时要求考生结合题目及文章上下文做出正确的选择.

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A.Irish and Scottish immigrants.
B.People in the United Kingdom.
C.Irish and British..
D.People in New Zealand.
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32.What's the relation between Andromeda (A),Upsilon Andromeda system (U) and the mentioned three planets (P)?D
                  
33.According to Debra Fischer,in the new solar system,B.
A.the larger a planet is,the shorter it takes to go around the star
B.the farther a planet is from the star,the longer it takes to go around the star
C.it takes all the planets around three and a half to four years to go around the star
D.the planets move around the star at the same speed
34.What led to Marcy's discovery of the planets?C
A.That any planet has gravity.
B.That a dog owner was pulled by his dog.
C.The tremble of Upsilon Andromeda.
D.That any star has its planets.
35.We can infer (推断) that the scientists areA.
A.to find out whether the planets can support life
B.to find means to travel to the planets
C.to communicate with the living beings on the planets
D.soon to be able to answer the question.
6.Trip 1  Black Bear Count
There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living.Some bears have been seen since the fires,and the Office has asked for young people to help count them.
The entire trip will last three hours.Bookings necessary.
Cost:Free                 When:May 8
Trip 2  Garland Valley
Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains.Garland Valley is close to the town of Garland but is part of the National Park.Many wild animals live in this area,including many rare birds.This is a great walk for bird-lovers.The trip lasts four hours.Bookings necessary.
Cost:﹩15                 When:May 8,May 15
Trip 3  Flashlight Adventure
Put on your warm clothes,bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses,and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley.A guide will lead the tour.Many of the animals you will see on this trip can only be seen at night.The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see.Numbers are strictly limited on night trips,so be sure to book early.This walk lasts two and a half hours.
Cost:﹩12               When:May 8,May 15,May 22
Equipment to be needed:
•Please bring enough water and food for all walks.
•Wear good walking shoes--no high heels.
•Wear a hat for day walks.
•Dress warmly for night walks.
•Children must be with an adult.
•Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.
•Follow all instructions from guides during the walks.The mountains are a dangerous place.
Bookings:
•Bookings for the above trips can be done by telephone (893-4847)or on the Internet at (www.bluemountaintour,com)

53.Where are these trips?B
A.In a large city.    B.In a park in the mountains.
C.In a special zoo.   D.In three different countries.
54.Which of the following is NOT necessary for the three trips?D
A.Good walking shoes. B.A pair of glasses.
C.Food and water.     D.A sleeping bag.
55.What is the best title for the passage?C
A.Adventure Travel in America
B.Hunting around the Great Mountains
C.Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains
D.Interesting Trips in the East of the USA.

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