Jane was asked a lot of questions, but she di...

Jane was asked a lot of questions, but she didn’t answer  ________ of them.

A. other     B. any    C. none        D. some

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Usually, when your teacher asks a question, there is only one correct answer. But there is one question that has millions of correct answers. That question is “What’s your name?” Everyone gives a different answer, but everyone is correct.

Have you ever wondered about people’s names? Where do they come from? What do they mean?

People’s first names, or given names, are chosen by their parents. Sometimes the name of a grandparent or other member of the family is used. Some parents choose the name of a well-known person. A boy could be named George Washington Smith; a girl could be named Helen Keller Jones.

Some people give their children names that mean good things. Clara means “bright”; Beatrice means “one who gives happiness”; Donald means “world ruler”; Leonard means “as brave as a lion”.

The earliest last names, or surnames, were taken from place names. A family with the name Brook or Brooks probably lived near brook(小溪)；someone who was called Longstreet probably lived on a long, paved road. The Greenwood family lived in or near a leafy forest.

Other early surnames came from people’s occupations. The most common occupational name is Smith, which means a person who makes things with iron or other metals. In the past, smiths were very important workers in every town and village.Some other occupational names are: Carter---a person who owned or drove a cart; Potter---a person who made pots and pans.

The ancestors of the Baker family probably baked bread for their neighbors in their native village. The Carpenter’s great-great-great-grandfather probably built houses and furniture.

Sometimes people were known for the color of their hair or skin, or their size, or their special abilities. When there were two men who were named John in the same village, the John with the gray hair probably became John Gray. Or the John was very tall could call himself John Tallman. John Fish was probably an excellent swimmer and John Lightfoot was probably a fast runner or a good dancer.

Some family names were made by adding something to the father’s name. English-speaking people added –s or –son. The Johnsons are descendants of John; the Roberts family’s ancestor was Robert. Irish and Scottish people added Mac or Mc or O. Perhaps all of the MacDonnells and the McDonnells and the O’Donnells are descendants of the same Donnell.

1.Which of the following aspects do the surnames in the passage NOT cover?　　

A. Places where people lived.　　　　         B. People’s characters.

C. Talents that people possessed.　　         D. People’s occupations.

2.According to the passage, the ancestors of the Potter family most probably _______.

A. owned or drove a cart　　　　　　         B. made things with metals

C. made kitchen tools or containers　　         D. built houses and furniture

3.Suppose an English couple whose ancestors lived near a leafy forest wanted their new-born son to become a world leader, the baby might be named _______.

A. Beatrice Smith　　　　　　             B. Leonard Carter

C. George Longstreet　　　　             D. Donald Greenwood

4.The underlined word “descendants” in the last paragraph means a person’s _____.　　

A. later generations　　　　　　             B. friends and relatives

C. colleagues and partners　　　             D. later bosses

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In 2000, Jodi had a lot going on: Not only was she working, but she was taking care of her husband, Kevin, who was suffering from Lou Gehrig’s Disease (重症肌无力). Being a caretaker is never easy, and on one afternoon after Labor Day, her brother decided to cheer her up.

“While a day at the beach sounded great, it was too much to ask from Kevin. A day at the beach was like running a marathon—an extraordinary event. It would mean having help with us, keeping the wheelchair and medical equipment free of water and sand, it would mean keeping Kevin cool and comfortable, and it would mean a tough day for everyone involved. After work, I got home and I saw my brother’s car. After asking me to wait before coming in, he covered my eyes with a scarf and took my hand. Once inside, he asked me to sit down and then took off my shoes and socks. My foot landed on something cool. I soon realized that my toes were sinking into sand. It was a beautiful morning and the sand felt cool and welcoming under my feet. Still blindfolded, Jamie then guided me to sit down on a towel. Then he sat behind me and held me in his arms. Seagulls flew in front of me. Mists of water touched my face.

‘Here you go’, said my brother, handing me a hot latte. We sat there, not needing to say anything. He embraced me while I sipped my coffee. What a miracle of love! I hadn’t made it to the beach but my brother had brought the beach to me! It was the nicest thing that anyone had ever done for me. For 15 minutes, until Kevin woke and needed care as usual, I was at the beach. When this was over, my brother gently removed my blindfold. Now I could see where I really was. The patio (平台) was covered in sand. A CD player gave the sounds of the ocean. He had supported the hose on a bucket and the water was set to mist.

With my eyes open, the beach was gone. But that memory, that sincere gesture of love and hope, kept me happy for a long time.”

1.Which of the following made a day at the beach beyond reach?

A. The terrible weather.

B. Economic pressures.

C. A lack of a wheelchair.

D. Kevin’s physical condition.

2.The underlined word in paragraph 3 may refer to the brand of _____.

A. dessert B. coffee

C. snacks D. tea

3.What do we learn about Kevin?

A. He was mentally disabled.

B. He was crazy about the beach.

C. He was used to taking a nap in the day.

D. He planned a day at the beach for Jodi.

4.In Jodi’s eyes, her brother was _______.

A. strong and optimistic

B. considerate and caring

C. loyal and friendly

D. honest and enthusiastic

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Why do people buy art? To answer this question, ask yourself what your reasons are for thinking of getting a piece of art. An artwork can cost a large amount of money, but if it meets your needs, it’ s worth every penny.

People buy art for many reasons. Many people buy an artwork simply because they like it, even if it is by an unknown artist. Art, as long as you enjoy it, is never a waste of money.

Art is for enjoyment. Art is meant to be shown. Don’t ever feel pressured into buying something you won’t enjoy looking at day after day, no matter what other people may say. Don’t buy something that doesn’t attract you just because it is trendy, or because the artist is famous, or because you have been advised that the artwork will make a good investment. If you don’t like the artwork at all, don’t buy it!

Art improves your environment. Have you ever noticed that all beautiful homes have art as an integral（必需的） part of the decoration? Art lends life and color to otherwise plain and ordinary walls. A well thought--out art collection will help create a unique atmosphere in your home and make it more attractive.

Art makes a statement. The kind of art you surround yourself with says much about your personality, tastes and values. Art truly is a mirror of the soul.

Art enriches your life. Love--even the love of a work of art--contributes to healthier living and a longer lifespan (寿命). Art should enrich your life. Otherwise, why do you spend precious time and resources on it?

Just remember to select something which will appeal to your tastes, and keep to a sensible budget. Good art needn’t cost an arm and a leg.

Happy art collecting!

64. What’s the purpose of the passage?

A. To advise us to buy an expensive artwork.

B. To remind us to be sensible when buying an artwork.

C. To teach us how to choose works of art.

D. To explain the benefit of art to people.

65. According to the author, what should you consider when buying a piece of art?

A. Whether it brings pleasure to you.

B. Whether it is fashionable at present.

C. Whether you can profit from it in the end.

D. Whether it is created by a famous artist.

66. Which of the following words best describes a work of art placed in a house?

A. Ordinary  B. Attractive  C. Necessary  D. Unique

67. The underlined sentence in Paragraph 5 means that ____.

A. art can show what you look like

B. art is an expression of yourself

C. a mirror has a feature similar to art

D. a mirror can be a piece of true art

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Why do people buy art? To answer this question, ask yourself what your reasons are for thinking of getting a piece of art. An artwork can cost a large amount of money, but if it meets your needs, it’s worth every penny.

People buy art for many reasons. Many people buy an artwork simply because they like it, even if it is by an unknown artist. Art, as long as you enjoy it, is never a waste of money.

Art is for enjoyment. Art is meant to be shown. Don’t ever feel pressured into buying something you won’t enjoy looking at day after day, no matter what other people may say. Don’t buy something that doesn’t attract you just because it is trendy, or because the artist is famous, or because you have been advised that the artwork will make a good investment. If you don’t like the artwork at all, don’t buy it!

Art improves your environment. Have you ever noticed that all beautiful homes have art as an integral（必需的） part of the decoration? Art lends life and color to otherwise plain and ordinary walls. A well thought--out art collection will help create a unique atmosphere in your home and make it more attractive.

Art makes a statement. The kind of art you surround yourself with says much about your personality tastes and values. Art truly is a mirror of the soul.

Art enriches your life. Love--even the love of a work of art--contributes to healthier living and a longer lifespan (寿命). Art should enrich your life. Otherwise, why do you spend precious time and resources on it?

Just remember to select something which will appeal to your tastes, and keep to a sensible budget. Good art needn’t cost an arm and a leg.

Happy art collecting!

1.What’s the purpose of the passage?

A. To advise us to buy an expensive artwork.

B. To remind us to be sensible when buying an artwork.

C. To teach us how to choose works of art.

D. To explain the benefit of art to people.

2.According to the author, what should you consider when buying a piece of art?

A. Whether it brings pleasure to you.

B. Whether it is fashionable at present.

C. Whether you can profit from it in the end.

D. Whether it is created by a famous artist.

3.Which of the following words best describes a work of art placed in a house?

A. ordinary  B. attractive  C. necessary  D. unique

4.The underlined sentence in Paragraph 5 means that ____.

A. art can show what you look like

B. art is an expression of yourself

C. a mirror has a feature similar to art

D. a mirror can be a piece of true art

高二英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析

Why do people buy art? To answer this question, ask yourself what your reasons are for thinking of getting a piece of art. An artwork can cost a large amount of money, but if it meets your needs, it’s worth every penny.

People buy art for many reasons. Many people buy an artwork simply because they like it, even if it is by an unknown artist. Art, as long as you enjoy it, is never a waste of money.

Art is for enjoyment. Art is meant to be shown. Don’t ever feel pressured into buying something you won’t enjoy looking at day after day, no matter what other people may say. Don’t buy something that doesn’t attract you just because it is trendy, or because the artist is famous, or because you have been advised that the artwork will make a good investment. If you don’t like the artwork at all, don’t buy it!

Art improves your environment. Have you ever noticed that all beautiful homes have art as an integral（必需的） part of the decoration? Art lends life and color to otherwise plain and ordinary walls. A well thought--out art collection will help create a unique atmosphere in your home and make it more attractive.

Art makes a statement. The kind of art you surround yourself with says much about your personality, tastes and values. Art truly is a mirror of the soul.

Art enriches your life. Love--even the love of a work of art--contributes to healthier living and a longer lifespan (寿命). Art should enrich your life. Otherwise, why do you spend precious time and resources on it?

Just remember to select something which will appeal to your tastes, and keep to a sensible budget. Good art needn’t cost an arm and a leg.

Happy art collecting!

1.What’s the purpose of the passage?

A. To advise us to buy an expensive artwork.

B. To remind us to be sensible when buying an artwork.

C. To teach us how to choose works of art.

D. To explain the benefit of art to people.

2.According to the author, what should you consider when buying a piece of art?

A. Whether it brings pleasure to you.

B. Whether it is fashionable at present.

C. Whether you can profit from it in the end.

D. Whether it is created by a famous artist.

3.Which of the following words best describes a work of art placed in a house?

A. Ordinary  B. Attractive  C. Necessary  D. Unique

4.The underlined sentence in Paragraph 5 means that ____.

A. art can show what you look like

B. art is an expression of yourself

C. a mirror has a feature similar to art

D. a mirror can be a piece of true art

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Jenny asked us to watch carefully ______ she was doing, but few of us were careful enough.

A. that             B. what             C. why              D. which

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Mr. Rochester was mad with Jane, for she never answered when _____________.

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I stood there wanting to ask more questions but found that was not the ________ time.

A．appropriate        B．typical            C．accurate          D．effective

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根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

One answer to the questions of land shortage was suggested by a committee some years ago. A city was to be built at sea, housing 30000 people.

1.　 The outer wall of the harbor would stand on steel columns resting on the sea-bed. Naturally this could only be where the water was fairly shallow. The people would live in flats in the fifty-meter high outer wall. The flats would all face inwards. 2.The glass would be specially made and colored to control the heat and strong light from the sun. The planners called this water the lake.

3. On it would be floating islands carrying more buildings ： a hospital, two theaters, a museum, an art exhibition hall and a church. On one of the islands would be a special plant. 4.

People living in the city could move around on small boats dnven by electricity. 5. There would be platforms outside the main wall for ships bringing supplies. People could also travel to the mainknd by molorboat or water plane.

A. Fresh water is supplied to the city.

B. TTie city was away from the mainland.

C. And they would be made of concrete and glass.

D. The suggestion was to shape the city like a harbor.

E. The water inside this man-made harbor would be calm.

F. It will take the salt out of sea water and turn it into fresh water.

G. Thus there would be no air pollution from the burning of petrol.

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