题目内容
15.How to be PreparedElectricity,water,gas and telephone may not be working after an earthquake.The police and fire department are likely to be tied up.You should be prepared to take care of yourself for at least three days,preferably for a week.
This list can also be applied to other disasters,such as floods or wildfires.
1.food and water (a gallon a day per person)
2.a first aid kit
3.a fire extinguisher suitable for all types of fires
4.flashlights,a portable radio extra batteries
5.blankets,clothes,shoes and money (ATMs may not work)
6.baby and pet food
It's also a good idea to decide beforehand how and where your family will reunite if separated during a quake and to conduct in-home practice drills.
During an Earthquake
If you are indoors,stay there.Get under and hold onto a desk or table,or stand against an interior wall.Stay away from exterior walls,glass,heavy furniture,and stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator.
If you are outside,get into the open,stay into the open,stay away from buildings,power lines or anything else that could fall on you.
If you are driving,move the car out of traffic and stop,avoid parking under or on bridges or overpasses,Try to get clear of trees,light posts,signs and power lines.
If you are in a crowded public place,avoid panicking and do not rush for the exit.Stay low and cover your head and neck with your hands and arms.
After an Earthquake
If the phone is working,only use it in case of emergency.Likewise,avoid driving if possible to keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles.
Be aware that items may fall out of cupboards or closets when the door is opened,and also that chimneys can be weakened and fall with touch.Check for cracks and damage to the roof and foundation of your home.
Listen to the radio for important information and instructions.Remember that aftershocks,sometimes large enough to cause damage in their own right,generally follow large quakes.
If you leave home,leave a message telling friends and family your location.
71.Which of the following items is unnecessary to prepare before an earthquake?D
A.Batteries B.Cash C.Medicine D.Credit card
72.When an earthquake comes,you shouldC.
A.hide yourself in the kitchen B.rush for the exit immediately
C.stay away from heavy objects D.call the police right away
73.When an earthquake is over,you shouldB.
A.drive a car to take your family to the safe place
B.check the security of your home
C.call your relatives to tell them you are safe
D.clear up the mess as soon as possible.
74.Which of the following sentences is true according to the passage?D
A.You'd better make it clear how and where your family will reunite if separated during a quake after the quake happens.
B.If you are indoors,get into the open.
C.If you are in a crowded public place,avoid panicking and do rush for the exit.
D.If the phone still works,only use it when necessary.
75.What does the underlined word"aftershock"mean?A
A.A less serious quake following a large earthquake in the same area.
B.A further reaction following the shock of a deeply disturbing thing.
C.A mess one has to deal with after a terrible thing.
D.An instruction the government gives to solve problems.
分析 本文是一篇说明文.文章讲述了震前、震中和震后应该注意的事项.
解答 DCBDA
71 D考查细节理解.根据文章中的5.blankets,clothes,shoes and money (ATMs may not work)可知,自动取款机可能不能工作,所以,准备信用卡没有必要.故选D.
72 C 考查细节理解.根据During an earthquake部分中第一段第三句"Stay away from exterior walls,glass,heavy furniture,and stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator."可知地震到来时,你应该远离墙体、玻璃、重的家具,远离窗户、外墙,不要使用电梯.分析选项可知只有"stay away from heavy objects"符合文章内容.
73 B 考查推理判断.根据文章中的Be aware that items may fall out of cupboards or closets when the door is opened,and also that chimneys can be weakened and fall with touch.Check for cracks and damage to the roof and foundation of your home.可知,我们应该检查房子的安全情况.故选B.
74 D 考查细节理解.根据文章中的If the phone is working,only use it in case of emergency.可知,如果电话还能用,就要用电话以免发生紧急情况.故选D.
75 A 考查猜测词义.根据文章中的Remember that aftershocks,sometimes large enough to cause damage in their own right,generally follow large quakes.可知,有时余震也能导致严重的损失.此处根据generally follow large quakes可知,是余震.故选A.
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51.A.across | B.besides | C.before | D.over |
52.A.officials | B.employers | C.executives | D.researchers |
53.A.spend | B.devote | C.shift | D.cancel |
54.A.changeable | B.positive | C.considerable | D.negative |
55.A.popular | B.interesting | C.adaptable | D.multiple |
56.A.In particular | B.As a result | C.For example | D.In return |
57.A.extended | B.adopted | C.made | D.implemented |
58.A.decrease | B.beginning | C.freedom | D.growth |
59.A.willing | B.unable | C.determined | D.ready |
60.A.turn to | B.set aside | C.help out | D.get across |
61.A.difference | B.relationship | C.progress | D.movement |
62.A.grasp | B.follow | C.fight | D.apply |
63.A.variety | B.change | C.range | D.gap |
64.A.critical | B.possible | C.feasible | D.demanding |
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