I find it interesting sometimes that even the...

I find it interesting sometimes that even the most ordinary occurrences can have an impact on our awareness.

My wife, daughter, and I moved into our home nine years ago and we ______ a lot of time and energy in the yard to getting it looking like it does today. We ______ on a corner, higher than street level, and the entire side of the yard is ______ by a professionally built rock wall. We did the best to put what we had into ______ and called this area our “rock garden”. Whenever we had flowers or plants, my wife Denise or I would stick them out and plant them in the “rock garden”, just to bring some ______ to the area.

I still do all of my own yard work, even the ______ weed-pulling. After ______ my knee pads, I assume the ______ to clear the yard of weeds, even in the rock garden.

Last summer I had reached the end of the rock garden and found a tiny little ______ that I could not ______ identify. I knew I didn’t plant it and Denise ______ that she didn’t either. We decided to let it continue growing until we could ______ what it was.

Weeks passed and ______ I made my way back to the mystery plant, it appeared to be a sunflower. It was ______, looking with a tall thin stalk (茎) and only one head on it. I decided to ______ it and weed around it. As I ______ rocks from the area to get to the weeds, I noticed something ______. The sunflower had not started where I saw the stalk begin. It actually had begun under a big rock and ______ under and around it to reach the sun.

That’s when I realized that if a tiny little sunflower didn’t let a big rock stand in its way of developing, we too have the ______ of doing the same thing. As long as we try, we can find ways to go under or around our big ______ in order to reach our desires.

1.A. use　　 B. spent　　 C. applied　　 D. devoted

2.A. work　　 B. live　　 C. stay　　 D. play

3.A. crowded　　 B. surrounded　　 C. prohibited　　 D. governed

4.A. effect　　 B. practice　　 C. use　　 D. operation

5.A. color　　 B. peace　　 C. credit　　 D. focus

6.A. plain　　 B. bored　　 C. tiring　　 D. initial

7.A. holding on　　 B. taking on　　 C. bringing on　　 D. putting on

8.A. position　　 B. style　　 C. tissue　　 D. thumb

9.A. flower　　 B. plant　　 C. crop　　 D. bush

10.A. suddenly　　 B. hardly　　 C. gradually　　 D. instantly

11.A. claimed　　 B. instructed　　 C. described　　 D. guaranteed

12.A. turn out　　 B. figure out　　 C. hold out　　 D. pick out

13.A. as　　 B. before　　 C. since　　 D. because

14.A. pitiful　　 B. ugly　　 C. pretty　　 D. weak

15.A. admire　　 B. consider　　 C. attend　　 D. observe

16.A. pushed　　 B. removed　　 C. transported　　 D. conducted

17.A. cheerful　　 B. unnatural　　 C. unusual　　 D. appealing

18.A. pulled　　 B. dug　　 C. expanded　　 D. grown

19.A. power　　 B. capability　　 C. energy　　 D. strength

20.A. conflicts　　 B. responsibilities　　 C. barriers　　 D. chances

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Every object tells a story. Even the most ordinary objects can present to us powerful images. Sometimes it is the ordinary nature of these objects that actually makes them so extraordinary. Such is the case with an old leather shoe in a museum in Alaska. At first glance it does not look like much. It is a woman’s shoe of a style popular in the 1890s. But what is unique(独特的) about this shoe is where it was found. It was discovered on the Checkout Pass, the famous trail used by the people seeking gold in Alaska. Who it belonged to or why it was left there is not known. Was it perhaps dropped by accident as the woman climbed up the 1500 stairs carved outface? Or did she throw away goods that she didn’t need in order to travel lighter?

Over 100, 000 people with “gold fever” made this trip hoping to become millionaires. Few of them understood that on their way they would have to cross a harsh wildness. Unprepared for such a dangerous journey, many died of starvation and exposure to the cold weather.

The Canadian government finally started requiring the gold seekers to bring one ton of supplies with them. This was thought to be enough for a person to survive for one year. They would carry their supplies in backpacks(背包) each weighing up to fifty pounds; it usually took at least 40 trips to get everything to the top and over the pass. Whoever dropped the shoe must have been a brave and determined woman. Perhaps she was successful and made it to Alaska. Perhaps she had to turn back in defeat. No one will ever know for sure, but what we do know is that she took part in one of the greatest adventures in the 19th century.

1.The ordinary woman’s leather shoe is considered unusual because ______.

A. it was an important clue to life in the past

B. it was found on a famous trail

C. it at one time belonged to a VIP

D. it was a fashionable shoe at that time

2.According to this passage, many people who went to Alaska ______.

A. eventually became millionaires

B. brought with them many shoes

C. had conflicts with the Eskimos

D. were not properly equipped

3.The Canadian government made gold seekers bring one year’s supplies with them so that ______.

A. they would not die of hunger and cold

B. the army would have enough food for fighting a war

C. they would change these goods with the Eskimos

D. the supplies would make Alaska rich

4.No matter what happened to the woman who owned the shoe, ______.

A. she must have lived a happy life

B. she certainly dropped the shoe on purpose

C. her adventurous spirit is definitely admired

D. her other shoes were equally fashionable

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Every object tells a story. Even the most ordinary objects can present to us powerful images. Sometimes it is the ordinary nature of these objects that actually makes them so extraordinary. Such is the case with an old leather shoe in a museum in Alaska. At first glance it does not look like much. It is a woman’s shoe of a style popular in the 1890s. But what is unique (独特的) about this shoe is where it was found. It was discovered on the Checkout Pass, the famous trail used by the people seeking gold in Alaska. Who it belonged to or why it was left there is not known. Was it perhaps dropped by accident as the woman climbed up the 1500 stairs carved outface? Or did she throw away goods that she didn’t need in order to travel lighter?

Over 100, 000 people with “gold fever” made this trip hoping to become millionaires. Few of them understood that on their way they would have to cross a harsh wildness. Unprepared for such a dangerous journey, many died of starvation and exposure to the cold weather.

The Canadian government finally started requiring the gold seekers to bring one ton of supplies with them. This was thought to be enough for a person to survive for one year. They would carry their supplies in backpacks (背包) each weighing up to fifty pounds; it usually took at least 40 trips to get everything to the top and over the pass. Whoever dropped the shoe must have been a brave and determined woman. Perhaps she was successful and made it to Alaska. Perhaps she had to turn back in defeat. No one will ever know for sure, but what we do know is that she took part in one of the greatest adventures in the 19th century.

1.Which of the following is right?

A. it was an important clue to life in the past　　 B. it was found on a famous trail

C. it at one time belonged to a VIP　　 D. it was a fashionable shoe at that time

2.According to this passage, many people who went to Alaska ________.

A. eventually became millionaires　　 B. brought with them many shoes

C. had conflicts with the Eskimos　　 D. were not properly equipped

3.The Canadian government made gold seekers bring one year’s supplies with them so that ________.

A. they would not die of hunger and cold

B. the army would have enough food for fighting a war

C. they would change these goods with the Eskimos

D. the supplies would make Alaska rich

4.No matter what happened to the woman who owned the shoe, ________.

A. she must have lived a happy life

B. she certainly dropped the shoe on purpose

C. her adventurous spirit is definitely admired

D. her other shoes were equally fashionable

高二英语阅读理解困难题查看答案及解析

Every object tells a story. Even the most ordinary objects can present to us powerful images. Sometimes it is the ordinary nature of these objects that actually makes them so extraordinary. Such is the case with an old leather shoe in a museum in Alaska. At first glance it does not look like much. It is a woman’s shoe of a style popular in the 1890s. But what is unique(独特的) about this shoe is where it was found. It was discovered on the Checkout Pass, the famous trail used by the people seeking gold in Alaska. Who it belonged to or why it was left there is not known. Was it perhaps dropped by accident as the woman climbed up the 1500 stairs carved outface? Or did she throw away goods that she didn’t need in order to travel lighter?

Over 100, 000 people with “gold fever” made this trip hoping to become millionaires. Few of them understood that on their way they would have to cross a harsh wildness. Unprepared for such a dangerous journey, many died of starvation and exposure to the cold weather.

The Canadian government finally started requiring the gold seekers to bring one ton of supplies with them. This was thought to be enough for a person to survive for one year. They would carry their supplies in backpacks(背包) each weighing up to fifty pounds; it usually took at least 40 trips to get everything to the top and over the pass. Whoever dropped the shoe must have been a brave and determined woman. Perhaps she was successful and made it to Alaska. Perhaps she had to turn back in defeat. No one will ever know for sure, but what we do know is that she took part in one of the greatest adventures in the 19th century.

1.The ordinary woman’s leather shoe is considered unusual because ______.

A. it was an important clue to life in the past

B. it was found on a famous trail

C. it at one time belonged to a VIP

D. it was a fashionable shoe at that time

2.According to this passage, many people who went to Alaska ______.

A. eventually became millionaires           B. brought with them many shoes

C. had conflicts with the Eskimos           D. were not properly equipped

3. The Canadian government made gold seekers bring one year’s supplies with them so that ______.

A. they would not die of hunger and cold

B. the army would have enough food for fighting a war

C. they would change these goods with the Eskimos

D. the supplies would make Alaska rich

4.No matter what happened to the woman who owned the shoe, ______.

A. she must have lived a happy life

B. she certainly dropped the shoe on purpose

C. her adventurous spirit is definitely admired

D. her other shoes were equally fashionable

高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

_______ interests me most in the world is the natural beauty of Guilin.

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Most people think that making a film is exciting. In fact, sometimes it is and sometimes it isn’t. Earlier this year, I worked in a new film. It was about a bomb threat on a big British ship. Two hundred people were needed to act as the passengers in the film. I was one of them.

Before we left, we were wanted to bring some warm clothes. These were necessary because the ship was going to spend the whole 16 days sailing in bad weather.

Then the day came and we sailed out of Dover. The boat had on board the film crew, the director, the actors and actresses including Brinksley Meers, who acted the leading role, and us-200 amateur(业余的) extras.

People came for different purposes. Some wanted to meet Brinksley Meers in person. Others were curious to see how a film was made. A housewife with her three children came for free holiday and a bit of adventure.

During the voyage, a lot of people were very seasick. And although the work was very interesting, it was also very hard. We often worked all day on one scene, performing it again and again under the hot lights. In the evenings, there were drinks in the bar, but most people were so tired that they went to bed early. The next day often began at 6:30 in the morning, sometimes with breakfast being filmed.

When the ship finally returned to port, most people had enjoyed the trip, but were also so tired that they at least needed a week’s holiday.

1.Which role did he ( the author ) act in the film? (No more than 5 words)

_______________________________________________________________________________

2.Why the film crew were asked to bring some warm clothes?　 (No more than 15 words)

_______________________________________________________________________________

3.Why did the author say “they at least needed a week’s holiday”? (No more than 4 words)

_______________________________________________________________________________

4.What’s the author’s purpose of writing this article? (No more than 15 words)

_______________________________________________________________________________

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It may take a while _____ you find a hobby that truly interests yourself, so

don’t give up.

A. that        B. before             C. unless       D. since

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Sometimes known as “The Big Apple” or “the City That Never Sleeps”, New York is both the most populous city in the USA and a leading center of business, commerce, finance and media. The city is often referred to as “New York City”, in order to distinguish it from the state it is in. The city is part of a large metropolitan（大都市的）area, and the combined city population exceeds 18.7 million.

New York City is made up of five boroughs（行政区）and hence another nickname of the city is “The Five Boroughs”. The five boroughs are: The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.

There are many famous buildings and sights in New York, especially in Manhattan. These include the Empire State Building, the Flatiron Building and the United Nations Building. When you visit New York, make sure you see Central Park, Times Square, Chinatown, Little Italy and of course the Statue of Liberty. Additionally, there are many wonderful museums in New York, some truly excellent shops, some of the world’s best theaters in the Broadway area, and the neighborhoods of Greenwich Village and SoHo which are well-known for the artists who reside there.

Getting around New York City is simple—the city’s subway network is one of the most comprehensive in the world, connecting all parts of Manhattan in rapid time.

However, the best way to see New York is undoubtedly on foot. Central Park is an ideal place to start a walking tour of New York City—843 acres of shining ponds and lush greenery attract locals and tourists. And apart from offering breathtaking scenery, it is a centre for recreation. Visitors can listen to music groups, watch performers, walk along the trails and even take a romantic ride in a horse carriage.

1.What is the purpose of this passage?

A. To explain why New York is called “The Big Apple”.

B. To tell people how to visit New York.

C. To tell people the history and scenery of New York.

D. To introduce the city—New York briefly.

2.From the passage, we learn that ________.

A. New York has some of the world’s best theaters in the Broadway area

B. New York State is often called “The Five Boroughs”

C. all the famous buildings and sights in New York are in Manhattan

D. the writer advise people to see New York City by subway

3.The underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refers to ________.

A. New York State　　 B. New York City　　 C. Times Square　　 D. Central Park

4.According to the passage, you can do all the following things in Central Park EXCEPT ________.

A. enjoy the beautiful scenery　　 B. watch great performance

C. go for a swim　　 D. take a ride on a horse carriage

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So much of interest ________ that most visitors run out of time before seeing it all.

A. offers Beijing　　 　 B. Beijing offers

C. does Beijing offer　 D. Beijing does offer

高二英语单项填空困难题查看答案及解析

So much of interest ________ that most visitors run out of time before seeing it all.

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