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Module 1 Europe单元话题语篇训练.阅读理解A4 Popular Places to Go This WinterHarbin, ChinaChina Harbins winter is for the brave ones the average temperature is 1.8F but those who brave the cold will be rewarded by experiencing one of the worlds largest winter festivals.This year marked the 33rd Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival (JanuaryMarch), when massive frozen structures rose and were lit up, transforming the city into a winter wonderland.Lyon, FranceParis may be called the City of Light, but every December, light takes center stage in Lyon, Frances thirdlargest city.Thats when the annual Festival of Lights (December 58) takes over, with more than 70 light installations (装置) that transform the citys streetscapes into modern works of art.The city is also home to two Christmas markets (one in La CroixRousse; the other at Place Carton; through December 25)Lima, PeruPerus capital Lima is home to the worlds highest number of cooking schools per person.Aside from its delicate dining, the city also has great cocktail bars where you can taste classic or contemporary takes on the Pisco Sour.bine that with the oceanfront setting and temperatures in the 80s, and youll understand why Lima should no longer be ignored this winter.Vermont, USWinter in Vermont means skiing and snowboarding.This year, many resorts (度假村) have greatly upgraded their snowmaking abilities as part of a $15 million statewide program that replaced many outdated snow guns with new, lowenergy models.These new machines will also improve the quality of snow surfaces and lengthen the season, meaning this will be one of the best winters for skiing and riding in Vermont in recent memory.语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了四个冬天受人欢迎的游览之地：中国的哈尔滨、法国的里昂、秘鲁的利马以及美国的佛蒙特州。1What similarities do the first two places have?AThey are decorated with lights.BThey offer snow sculptures.CThey have threeday festivals.DThey are extremely cold.解析：选A细节理解题。根据对中国哈尔滨介绍中的“when massive frozen structures rose and were lit up”以及对法国里昂介绍中的“but every December, light takes center stage in Lyon”可知，两个城市的共同点是都装饰了灯光，故选择A项。2Which provides a good chance to buy a Christmas gift?AHarbin.BLyon.CLima. DVermont.解析：选B细节理解题。根据对里昂城市介绍的最后一句“The city is also home to two Christmas markets (one in La CroixRousse; the other at Place Carton; through December 25)”可知，购买圣诞礼物可以去里昂，故选择B项。3Whats new to the resorts in Vermont?ASkiing and snowboarding.BUpdated equipment.CCooking schools.DA longer winter.解析：选B细节理解题。根据最后一段可知，美国佛蒙特州升级了造雪能力，用新型的低能源雪枪升级替代了过时的枪支，故选择B项。BIrelands Achill Island has always been a popular European tourist destination.However, since April, the small island of just 2,600 residents (居民) has gained worldwide fame thanks to the magical return of a beach that was washed away over three decades ago.The chain of events began in 1984 when residents of Dooagh, one of the five settlements on the island, awoke to a surprising sight: their beautiful sandy beach had been washed away by strong Atlantic storms.There were only rocks and rock pools left.For about 34 years, only small amounts of sand returned to the once unspoiled shores.The areas tourism industry slowly declined, and the handful of beachside hotels, pubs, and restaurants gradually closed as well.Then, around Easter last year, something magical happened an unusual tenday tide blanketed the barren 300meter long rock beach with hundreds of tons of soft golden sand.Scientists suspect that the sand had been gathering offshore for months and was transported to the beach by the high winds and powerful waves.The locals are delighted to have their beach back, especially as it is attracting thousands of visitors wishing to witness the power of nature, with their own eyes.However, Sean Molloy, manager of Achill Tourism, cautions against going into the cold waters just yet, saying, “Because of the sand ing in, we dont know how safe the beach is now because currents (洋流) could be changed and itll take a little bit of time.” He instead remends visitors enjoy the soft sand and leave the swimming to the dolphins that frequent the area.Interestingly, this is not the first time Dooagh Beach has pulled a disappearing and reappearing act.It disappeared in the 1890s, for over 30 years, before returning in 1927.However, the locals are optimistic that this time around, the beautiful sand is here to stay.语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了爱尔兰阿基尔岛消失的海滩时隔三十多年再次出现的事件。4What has brought Achill Island worldwide attention recently?AAn unusual storm.BThe decrease in the number of residents.CThe return of its beach.DThe building of a new tourist destination.解析：选C细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句可知，阿基尔岛引起世界关注的原因是三十年前被水冲走的沙滩又神奇地回来了，故选择C项。5What happened to Dooagh in the past three decades?ATourism went down gradually.BRestaurant developed slowly.CStorms attacked frequently.DRock pools disappeared pletely.解析：选A细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“The areas tourism industry slowly declined, and the handful of beachside hotels, pubs, and restaurants gradually closed as well.”可知，当地的旅游业逐渐下降，一些海边旅馆和饭店逐渐关门，故选择A项。6What does the underlined word “barren” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?ANoisy.BSoft.CBare. DGolden.解析：选C词义猜测题。根据第二段中“their beautiful sandy beach had been washed away by strong Atlantic storms.There were only rocks and rock pools left”可知，三十年前沙滩被大西洋强风暴冲走，只剩下岩石和岩石池，沙滩上肯定是光秃秃的，三十年后奇迹般回归的沙滩又重新覆盖了这片光秃秃的区域，故选择C项。7What should tourists avoid according to Sean Molloy?ASpoiling the shores.BGetting into the rock pools.CPlaying with dolphins.DSwimming near the beaches.解析：选D推理判断题。根据第四段最后一句可知，Sean Molloy建议游客们不要在海滩附近游泳，故选择D项。CIt used to be one of the worlds most splendid train stations, sitting on the FrenchSpanish border but then it fell into disrepair.Now, writes Chris Bockman, the building is showing new signs of life.The train station was built in iron and glass, plete with a hospital, a restaurant and living quarters for customs officers from both France and Spain.At the time it was nicknamed the “Titanic of the Mountains”But after the day the station was opened in 1928 by the French president and the Spanish king, flaws quickly became obvious.The rail gauges (轨距) were different, so passengers still had to change trains.It made transporting goods too slow.In the early 1930s, as few as 50 passengers a day were using the station.And then things got worse.During the Spanish Civil War, the tunnels on the Spanish side were sealed off to prevent Republican rebels (反叛者) from bringing weapons in.Later, the French lost interest in the line.When a train derailed on the French side in 1970, that signaled that France abandoned the line.The grand building itself went to rot.The tracks rusted, the ceilings fell in with the severe winter weather and vandalism (故意破坏财物的行为) did the rest.But a few years ago the local government in Aragon decided to buy the place and restore it, claiming it was a major part of Spanish history.The French government has agreed to reopen the line on its side too.If all goes to plan, the “Titanic of the Mountains” could be back in business within five years before the end of 2022.It is reported that the massive wooden ticket counters at the station have already been restored.语篇解读：本文讲述了法国和西班牙边境的一座火车站的历史变迁。8.The following factors contributed to the shutdown of the train station EXCEPT _.Aits poor appearanceBdifferent gaugesCthe Spanish Civil War Dslow transporting speed解析：选A细节理解题。根据第三段中的“The rail gauges (轨距) were different, so passengers still had to change trains.”可知，轨距不同是造成火车站关闭的原因之一；根据第三段中的“During the Spanish Civil War .from bringing weapons in.”可知，西班牙内战是造成火车站关闭的原因之一；根据第三段中的“It made transporting goods too slow.”可知，运输速度慢是造成火车站关闭的原因之一。故选项A不是造成火车站关闭的原因，所以选A。9When the train station reopens, it may celebrate its _ anniversary.A52nd B72ndC94th D89th解析：选C推理判断题。根据第三段中的“But after the day the station was opened in 1928”和第五段中的“If all goes to plan, the Titanic of the Mountains could be back in business within five years before the end of 2022.”可以计算出：2022192894(年)，当其恢复使用时可以庆祝其94周年纪念日，所以选C。10What will probably happen to the train station?AIt will be repaired.BIt will be turned into a museum.CIt will be knocked down.DIt will be sold to the French government.解析：选A推理判断题。根据第五段首句“But a few years ago the local government in Aragon decided to buy the place and restore it”可知，几年前阿拉贡的当地政府要购买并且恢复该火车站。restore意为“使恢复，修复”，所以选A。11What is the best title for the text?AThe Design of a Train StationBThe War Between France and SpainCThe History of a Train StationDThe “Titanic of the Mountains” ing Back解析：选D标题归纳题。根据全文尤其是第一段中的“the building is showing new signs of life”和第五段中的“If all goes to plan, theTitanic of the Mountainscould be back”可知，选项D能够概括全文。DDriving on up to Yosemite with my family was exciting but nerveracking (神经紧张的)I had never been to such an amazing national park before, yet I wasnt the most athletic person, so I knew that I couldnt stick through all the hiking up and down.It actually ended up being a fun and adventurous experience.The ride there was definitely long but worth it.As I woke up from my nap, I saw the beautiful scenery of the tall mountains and beautiful streams.The trails were made nicely for visitors.The waterfalls were breathtaking.Climbing up rocks was one of my favorite parts.Even though I fell a couple of times, I still had a lot of fun.The fact that my family and I spent so much time together trying to find out which route to take and what views to watch really brought us closer together.The great thing about nature is that, its just you, the views, and the people around you.Theres nothing there to bother you and its the best way to relax and enjoy yourself.Yosemite has 5 of the worlds highest waterfalls, and about 300 lakes.The structure of each mountain is incredible; its formed in ways that almost take your breath away.Some of them are of a deep dark color with waterfalls forming; some are formed with spots of green peeking (窥探) out.Its definitely something you wouldnt want to miss.Yosemite isnt the only great National Park but based on my experience I highly remend going out and enjoying nature with family and friends.Its a great time to bond, laugh, and take in what Mother Nature offers.语篇解读：文章记叙了作者一家去约塞米蒂国家公园游览的所见所闻，与家人一起出游其乐无穷。作者建议多外出走走，享受大自然之美。12The author writes the first paragraph mainly to _.Aintroduce the topic of this passageBoffer an example to usCtell us his future plan for hikingDdescribe a national park解析：选A写作意图题。文章第一段第一句首先提到Yosemite，该段最后一句“It actually ended up being a fun and adventurous experience.”起到承上启下的作用，下文展开介绍作者此次去约塞米蒂国家公园游览的所见所闻。由此可推测，作者写第一段的目的是为了引出本文话题。故选A项。13While climbing up rocks, the author was _.AnerverackingBinjuredCpleased Dworried解析：选C细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Climbing up rocks was one of my favorite parts.Even though I fell a couple of times, I still had a lot of fun.”可知，攀岩是作者的最爱之一，尽管摔倒了好几次，但仍然很开心。故选C项。14According to the passage, Yosemite _.Ais crowded with visitors every dayBis the only great National parkCis worth traveling toDis nothing but a mon destination解析：选C推理判断题。根据第二段第一句“The ride there was definitely long but worth it.”及全文对约塞米蒂国家公园的美景描述和作者一家人从中得到的乐趣可知，该公园值得游览。故选C项。15The author suggests us _.Akeep a good bond with other peopleBvisit Yosemite now and thenCtry to protect the environmentDgo out to enjoy the beauty of nature解析：选D细节理解题。根据最后一段第一句中的“I highly remend going out and enjoying nature with family and friends”可知，作者建议我们多出去走走，以享受大自然之美。故选D项。.阅读七选五Getting out into the great outdoors is an even better idea than you think._1_ It also creates some wonderful summer memories for your family.Need more convincing evidence? There are some benefits of camping as a family, including how its great for your health.Its good exercise.Lets not forget the most obvious benefit of camping._2_ Even if youre taking a fishing trip, youre burning more calories than youll burn sitting indoors.And if you hike or bike, youre performing cardiovascular (心血管的) exercise that will help keep your heart and lungs healthy._3_ Youve probably tried unplugging the TV at home, but short of throwing it out of the window, because kids are going to watch more than we want them to.Out in the wild, there is no television.Youll watch nature together, go exploring, and have that oneonone attention you need as a family.It is a good way to truly connect with nature.Too often we take nature for granted.In fact, spending a few days in nature with the family will teach your kids things they may have never known before._4_ However, in the wild they will learn how to build a fire, catch fish, see animal habitats, and all the natural architecture nature offers.You have no stress after the camping.Vacations can be stressful.Sometimes when you get home from vacations, you need another rest for your last vacation._5_ Youll get home feeling energetic.Its even better than a cup of coffee.AYou can stay away from TV.BThey may know how to work an iPad.CYoull meet new challenges each time.DSure, it saves some money if you stays in a camper.EYoure spending a lot of time performing physical activities.FMany campers report better sleep cycles when they return from a trip.GBut once you settle into camping with your family, the stress of every day will disappear.语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了和家人一起进行户外活动的好处。1选D上文讲走出去到户外比你想象的还要好，下文讲它也能为你的家人创造一些美好的夏日回忆。D项“如果你待在一个野营车里，这当然会为你节省钱”符合语境，且下文的“camping”也是提示，故选D。2选E本段的主题为“它是很好的锻炼”，而E项“你正在花费很多时间进行体育锻炼”是对下文具体内容的概括，符合语境，故选E。3选A该空是段落主题句。本段主要讲到户外活动可以使你和家人远离电视，而A项“你能远离电视”概括准确，符合语境，故选A。4选B空前一句讲“事实上，和家人一起在大自然中度过几天会教会你的孩子他们之前可能不知道的事情”，再结合空后一句可知，空处应讲孩子在室内会做的事情，B项“他们可能会操作iPad”，空处前后形成语意上的衔接，故选B。5选G本段的主题是露营后你会没有压力，且根据本段中的描述可知，G项“但是，一旦你适应和家人一起露营，每天的压力就会消失”符合语境，故选G。
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