Today the Red Cross provides a number of serv...

Today the Red Cross provides a number of services for the public, such as helping people________, teaching first aid and providing blood.

A．in need           B．in return          C．in preparation      D．in anger

高二英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

The Red Cross is an international organization which cares for people who are in need of help. A man in a Paris hospital who needs blood, a woman in Mexico who was injured in an earthquake, and a family in India that lost their home in a storm may all be aided by the Red Cross.

The Red Cross exists in almost every country around the world. The world Red Cross organizations are sometimes called the Red Crescent, the Red Mogen Daid, the Sun, and the Red Lion. All of these agencies share a common goal of trying to help people in need.

The idea of forming an organization to help the sick and wounded during a war started with Jean Henri Dunant. In 1859, he observed how people were suffering on a battlefield in Italy. He wanted to help all the wounded people regardless of which side they were fighting for. The most important result of his work was an international treaty called the Geneva Convention(日内瓦协定). It protects prisoners of war, the sick and wounded, and other citizens during a war.

The American Red Cross was set up by Clara Barton in 1881. Today the Red Cross in the United States provides a number of services for the public, such as helping people in need, teaching first aid and providing blood.

1.A good title for this passage is ________.

2.The word “aided ” in the first paragraph means ________.

3.The author really tries to make the reader see that this organization ________.

4.We may draw a conclusion (下结论)that ________ during a war.

高二英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析

This may be sad to hear, but the number of Britain’s famous red telephone boxes has been falling for decades. The phone box is iconic (标志性的) to foreign fans of Britain and visitors to the country. There are still many left to enjoy, however.

There is deep feeling for the bright red iron-and-glass boxes with the Queen’s coat of arms. The places that still have the red box are mostly small and in the countryside. In these places, the phone box may be a symbol of community, as well as a landmark.

But there are still several cities, including London, that still have original red phone boxes in place.

For tourists, they probably make the perfect background for a selfie (自拍照). Visit London any day in the summer and you’ll see people with their smart phones taking photos with the red box behind them. People who receive the photo will have no trouble guessing where the selfie was taken.

Ever since mobile phones became more widespread, there has been less and less point in public phones. But although the red boxes are no longer popular places to make a call from, new uses are being found for them all the time. The famous design created by Giles Gilbert Scott back in 1924 lives on, but in ways the British architect would never have imagined.

Some of the new ways the phone boxes are being used are quite unusual. For example, some have been changed into tiny coffee shops. Others are hat stores. In one remote area of the country, a red box that had not been used for a long time has been turned into a small lending library.

Even back in their heyday in the last century, phone boxes were put to other uses. Some people even used them as toilets in an emergency.

But for many, they were a safe place to hide if you were caught up in the rain. Britain’s weather is unpredictable: sun one moment, heavy rain the next. So if you are planning to visit the UK and want the perfect British selfie, standing inside a red telephone box in a rainstorm may be your best bet.

1.According to the author, the red phone boxes in Britain are special because 　　　　 .

A. they can be put into different kinds of use

B. they are only found in the British countryside

C. they hold great meaning to some British communities

D. they have a deep connection with the royal family

2.We can learn from the article that British red phone boxes 　　　　 .

A. are mostly made of wood and glass

B. first appeared in big cities such as London

C. were designed by a British architect in the 1930s

D. are not used much for phone calls these days

3.The underlined word “heyday” in the second to last paragraph probably means 　　　　 .

A. a popular time　　 B. a bad time

C. an unusual time　　 D. a happy time

4.The purpose of the last paragraph is to 　　　　 .

A. explain how to deal with Britain’s changeable weather

B. describe a common way of making use of a red phone box in the UK

C. advise visitors to take a selfie standing inside a red telephone box

D. show how to use a red phone box in the case of an emergency

高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Shellharbour City Library provides a range of Library Special Needs Services for people who are unable to access our library service in the usual way. As long as you live in Shellharbour City, we’ll provide a full range of library services and resources including: large printed and ordinary printed books, talking books on tape and CD, DVDs and music CDs, magazines, reference and information requests, and so on.You will be asked to complete a “Statement of Need” application form which must be signed by a medical professional.

Home delivery service

Let us know what you like to read and we will choose the resources for you. Our staff will deliver the resources to your home for free. We also provide a service where we can choose the resources for you or someone instead of you choosing the things from the library. You can also choose the resources you need personally.

Talking books and captioned videos

The library can provide talking books for people who are unable to use printed books because of eye diseases. You don’t have to miss out on reading any more when you can borrow talking books from the library. If you have limited hearing which prevents you from enjoying movies, we can provide captioned videos for you at no charge.

Language besides English

We can provide books in a range of languages besides English. If possible, we will request these items from the State Library of NSW(New South Wales), Australia.

How to join

Contact the Library Special Needs Coordinator to register or discuss if you are eligible (合适的) for any of the services we provide—9 am to 5 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Call 4297-2522 for more information.

1.Library Special Needs Services are provided for　　　　　　 .

A. those who are fond of reading

B. only those who have walking disabilities

C. those who can’t get medical help in Shellharbour City

D. people living in Shellharbour City with an illness or disability

2.If people with eye diseases want to learn about history, they can choose　　　　　　 .

A. captioned videos　　 B. talking books

C. magazines　　 D. large printed books

3.What can we learn from the passage?

A. Few entertaining resources are offered here.

B. people with limited hearing have to pay for captioned videos.

C. Books with different languages are available.

D. people have to choose what they need by themselves.

高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Dunster City Library provides a wide range of Library Special Needs Services for people who don’t have access to our library service in the usual way. As long as you live in Dunster City, we’ll provide a wide range of library services and resources including:

Large printed and ordinary printed books

Talking books on tape and CD

DVDs and music CDs

Magazines

Reference and information requests

Home delivery service

Let us know what you like to read and we will choose the resources for you. Our staff will deliver he resources to your home for free. We also provide a service where we can choose the resources for you or someone instead of you choose the things from the library, You can also choose the resources you need personally. Talking books and captioned videos

The library can provide talking books for people who are unable to use printed books because of eye diseases. You don’t have to miss out on reading any more when you can borrow talking books from the library. If you have limited hearing which prevents you from enjoying movies, we can provide captioned videos for you at no charge. Languages besides English

We can provide books in a range of languages besides English. If possible, we will request these items from the State Library of NSW, Australia.

How to join?

Contact the Library Special Needs Coordinator to register in advance or discuss if you are eligible (合适的)for any of the services we provide—Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9am—5pm on 4297 2522 for more information.

1.Library Special Needs Services are meant for　　　　　　 .

A. those who are fond of reading

B. only those who have walking disabilities

C. people living in Dunster City with an illness or disability

D. those who can’t get medical help in Chester City

2.What can we learn from the passage?

A. Books with different languages are available.

B. People with limited hearing have to pay for captioned videos.

C. Few entertaining resources are offered here.

D. People have to choose what they need by themselves.

3.To get home delivery service, you must　　　　　　 .

A. only choose printed books

B. have others choose the resources for you

C. pay the library ahead of time

D. register ahead of time

高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Wanted

Project Management Assistant

Responsibility:

—Provide service for the project in Chongqing.

—Provide assistance to the project manager for everyday work.

—Responsible for file management, customer service for students and parents.

Requirements:

—College degree.

—Good English and computer skills.

—Related working experience in the international organization.

—Patient, careful, supportive. Have strong teamwork spirit.

English Teacher

Responsibility:

—Conduct English teaching according to British education system.

Requirements:

—University degree and above in English major or normal English.

—Eager to learn and open-minded with creativity.

—With deep understanding and respect for different cultures.

（Warmly welcome fresh graduates to apply for this position.）

Marketing Assistant

Responsibility:

—Responsible for the local management of marketing and sales activities according to the instruction from the head office.

—Collect related information to the head office.

—Develop relationship with local media and customers.

Requirements:

—College degree and above with good English (speaking and writing).

—With basic idea of sales and marketing, related experience is preferred.

—Working experience in the international organization is a must.

—Good communication and presentation skills.

Accountant

Responsibility:

—Accountant work for Chongqing office and project.

—Perform the finance management locally according to the rules and policy of the company.

Requirements:

—College degree and above in finance area.

—Good English and computer skills.

—Good sense of finance management.

—At least two years of experience as accountant in the international organization is a must.

—Self-management, hard-working, independent and able to deal with pressure.

1.Which position may attract new graduates most?

A.A project management assistant. B.An English teacher.

C.A marketing assistant. D.An accountant.

2.Which of the following is a must for the four positions?

A.Good presentation skills. B.Good computer skills.

C.Good English. D.Eagerness for learning

3.If you get the position of Project Management Assistant, you needn’t _______.

A.provide assistance for the project manager

B.provide service for the project in Chongqing

C.be responsible for customer service for students and parents

D.collect the related information for the head office

高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

The International Red Cross is ______ non-profit organization that cares for the wounded, sick and homeless in wartime, and victims of _____ natural disasters.

A. the; the           B. a; the            C. the;  不填            D. a; 不填

高二英语单项填空简单题查看答案及解析

The International Red Cross is ______ non-profit organization that cares for the wounded, sick and homeless in wartime, and victims of _____ natural disasters.

A. the; the           B. a; the            C. the;  不填            D. a; 不填

高二英语单项填空简单题查看答案及解析

Recently I and other Red Cross volunteers met a group of victims from Hurricane Katrina. We were there, as mental health professionals, to offer “psychological(心理的) first aid” and I was struck by the simple healing power of presence. As we walked in the gate to the shelter, we were greeted with a burst of gratitude from the first person we met. I felt appreciated, but also guilty, because I hadn’t really done anything yet.

I first realized the power of presence many years ago when a friend’s mother passed away unexpectedly. I had received a call saying she had just passed away. I wanted to rush down there immediately, but didn’t want to disturb this very personal period of sadness. I was torn about what to do. Another friend with me then said, “Just go. Just be there.” I did, and I will never regret it.

Since then, I have not hesitated to be in the presence of others. Once I sat at the bedside of a young man suffering from the pain of his AIDS-related dying. He was not awake, and obviously unaware of others’ presence. However, the atmosphere was by no means solemn. His family, playing guitars and singing, allowed him to be present with them as though he were still fully alive.

In my life, I am repeatedly struck by the healing power of presence. In it, none of us are truly alone. It is not only something we give to others but also changes me for the better.

1.Why were the hurricane victims grateful to the author?

A. He built shelters for them.

B. He came to stay with them.

C. He gave immediate first aid to them.

D. He brought mental health professionals.

2.What did the author do when his friend’s mother passed away?

A. He decided not to disturb.

B. He went to his friends’ at once.

C. He knew what to do instantly.

D. He hesitated over whether to go.

3.What does the underlined word “solemn” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?

A. Heavy but warm.

B. A little sad but comfortable.

C. Relaxing and delightful.

D. Very serious and unhappy.

4.What has the author learned from his experience?

A. Being present can make a big difference.

B. A friend in need is a friend indeed.

C. The family harmony is the happiest thing in life.

D. Being a volunteer can make one’s life more significant.

高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

The villagers, _________ had been damaged by the flood, were given help by the Red Cross.

高二英语单项填空困难题查看答案及解析