1、人教版（2019）高一英语必修第一册阅读理解 专项练习题（含答案） When I was five years old， my parents would have to pull me home from yet another painful English vacation I still didnt want to leave I want to be away from home I wanted to go somewhere new and exciting This became the theme of the next twenty years Id spend the w
2、hole year counting down to my next holiday， and then as soon as I left Id begin to dread having to return home Year after year Ten years ago， I decided to build a life that I didnt want to escape from I knew I wanted to travel in the long term， but I didnt have a lot of money or savings， and there i
3、s no one paying for my adventuresFor five years，I did three jobs while studying full-time at universityI didnt eat out and I didnt buy anything I didnt needI even moved in with my parents I was able to save 16，000 over those five years，which was enough to keep me on the road for a couple of years Bu
4、t what if two years wouldnt be enough？ Before leaving， I began to spend my time in making plans that would allow me to work anywhere that had an Internet connection At the time， I was studying for a master degree in physics While studying， I came up with a list of my interests and skills and began r
5、esearching into a way to do these anywhere If I could make money from it and if I could do it online， then it was something worth going after I created a writing file that would help me to find free writing jobs I researched English and physics teaching online， and built travel websites to earn inco
6、me through sales and advertising Most of these failed， but I didnt give up The work I do has changed over the years and its still changing now Now， I pay my traveling through several different things Im the Student Travel Expert for Aboutcom， and a senior writer for Too Many Adapters，a travel techno
7、logy websiteIn addition，I will have my first book published this summer I also offer a travel planning service to help readers prepare for their travels abroad To reach this point， where I can cover my expenses and travel full-time， took many， many years of hard work For me， the freedom makes it wor
8、th it With everything set in place， finally my dreams came true 1What does the underlined word dread mean in Paragraph 1？ _ AfearBforget CmissDconsider 2The author has taken the following jobs except _ Aplacing advertisements onlineBoffering a travel planning service Cteaching physics in a universit
9、yDfree writing on the websites 3Which of the following best describes the author？ _ Aopen-mindedBkind-hearted Ccold-bloodedDstrong-willed 4What is the passage mainly about？ _ AWhy the author desired freedomBWhy the author needed money CHow the author made his livingDHow the author realized his dream
10、 Bandhavgarh National Park in India is best known for its amazing setting, as well as having the largest number of tigers in India. In addition to tigers, there are also bears, deer, wolves, birds, etc. Location: In the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh state. The nearest village is Tala, which is t
11、he access to the park. Opening Hours and Safari (游猎) Times Safaris operate twice a day,starting at dawn until late morning, and mid-afternoon until sunset. The best time to visit the park is early in the morning or after 4 p. m. to spot the animals. The park is closed from July 1 to September 30 bec
12、ause of the monsoon season (季 风季节). Bandhavgarh Zones Bandhavgarh is divided into three main zones: Tala (the parks best zone, with the most tigers), Magdhi (the second best zone to see tigers) and Khitauli (scenic and less visited, although tiger sightings do occur there; particularly good for bird
13、ing). Entry Fees and Charges for Jeep Safaris Bandhavgarh has become expensive to visit in recent years. Entry fees have increased since October 2014. When you are going on a safari, separate fees must be paid for park entry and jeep hire. Entry tickets are priced per vehicle (up to six people). Fro
14、m 2015 to 2016, park entry tickets costs were as follows: Tala Zone: 2,400 rupees for Indians, 4,800 rupees for foreigners. (Up to six people) Other Zones: 1,200 rupees for Indians, 2,400 rupees for foreigners. (Up to six people) Jeep Hire Expect to pay about 2,200 rupees to hire a jeep, in addition
15、 to the entry cost. This can be done at the park entrance. All hotels can organize jeep hire and tours, but at a higher rate. Its much less trouble though. Besides, unlike many national parks in India, its possible to take private vehicles into Bandhavgarh. 5What is Bandhavgarh National Park most fa
16、mous for? ASpecies of bears.BLots of tigers. CBeautiful birds.DA number of wolves. 6How much should five Americans pay for entry to Magdhi Zone in 2016? A1,200 rupees.B2,400 rupees. C4,800 rupees.D6,000 rupees. 7What can we know about jeep hire in the park from the passage? ATourists dont have to hi
17、re jeeps. BHiring jeeps from hotels costs less money. CTourists can only hire one jeep from the park. DJeep hire fees are included in the entry cost. Is there clear boundary between science and the liberal arts as a major for college students? The question of whether our government should promote sc
18、ience and technology or the liberal arts in higher education is not an either/ or proposition(命题)，although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM (science, technology, engineering, maths)-related fields can make it seem that way. The latest congressional report acknowledges the c
19、ritical importance of technical training, but also stresses that the study of the humanities and social sciences must remain central elements of Americans educational system at all levels. Both are critical to producing citizens who can participate effectively in our democratic society, become innov
20、ative leaders, and benefit from the spiritual enrichment that the reflection on the great ideas of mankind over time provides. Parents and students who have invested heavily in higher education worry about graduates job prospects(前景) as technological advances and changes in domestic and global marke
21、ts transform professions in ways that reduce wages and cut jobs. Under this circumstances, its natural to look for what may appear to be the most “practical” way out of the problem. “Major in a subject designed to get you a job” seems the obvious answer to some, though this ignores the fact that man
22、y disciplines in the humanities characterized as “soft” often, in fact, lead to employment and success in the long run. Indeed, according to surveys, employers have expressed a preference for students who have received a broadly-based education that has taught them to write well, think critically, r
23、esearch creatively, and communicate easily. Moreover,students should be prepared not just for their first job, but for their fourth and fifth jobs, as there is little reason to doubt that people entering the workforce today will be called upon to play many different roles over the course of their ca
24、reers. The ones who will do the best in this new environment will be those whose educations have prepared them to be flexible. The ability to draw upon every available tool and insight-picked up from science, arts, and technology- to solve the problems of the future, and take advantage of the opport
25、unities that present themselves, will be helpful to them and the United States. 8What does the latest congressional report suggest? AHigher education should be adjusted to the practical needs of society. BThe liberal arts in higher education help enrich students spiritual life. CSTEM-related subject
26、s help students find jobs in the information society. DThe humanities and STEM subjects should be given equal importance. 9What does the author say about the so called soft subjects? AThey are essential to students healthy growth. BThey improve students communication skills. CThey broaden students r
27、ange of interests. DThey benefit students in their future life. 10What is the main concern of students when they choose a major? AThe academic value of the courses. BTheir interest in relevant subjects. CTheir chances of getting a good job. Dthe quality of education to receive. 11What advice does th
28、e author give to college students? ATry to take a variety of practical courses. BPrepare themselves for different job options. CAdopt a flexible approach to solving problems. DSeize opportunities to tap their potential. School Counseling（咨询） In our grandparents time, it was unthinkableIn our parents
29、 time, it was unusual and nobody spoke openly about counselingThese days, more and more schools are asking for this service and it is considered a necessity for mostWhy is it? What has changed in the last fifty years to have made counseling at schools so important? “One reason is that we expect scho
30、ols to do more to protect their pupils than we did in the past, says school counselor, Mike Hudson“ Also, our society doesnt work as well as it should Many parents are either under pressure of work or face the economic problems of unemployment, while children are under more and more pressure to do w
31、ell at school Many pupils feel they are pushed to their limits by their parents and teachers Most school children face some kind of relationship problem at some stage with family members, teachers or other pupils, soit helps to have somebody to talk to From the pupil s point of view, it is easier to
32、 talk to a counselor in confidence rather than a family member or teacherThis solution is less embarrassing to pupils, who are not forced to face the person that they had problems with in the first placeThey can calmly talk things through without arguments School counselors advise not only students
33、but also their teachers and parents, and offer other services as well, such as deciding learning disabilities or assisting parents and guardians to make the correct decisions about their children s education Counselors can help students with problems ranging from the most serious, like a death in th
34、e family, to what an adult would consider really trivial, like an argument with a friend In a society that is becoming more and more stressful, this service is providing children with a supportive way to express their fear and worries 12Why is school counseling becoming important? APupils are not we
35、ll protected in school BParents cant help their children in learning CParents and pupils are under too much pressure DThe relationship between parents and schools is worse 13According to the passage, school counselors_ Abear high pressure themselves Bare the guarantee of school success Chave more re
36、sponsibilities than teachers Dare more likely to be accepted when pupils have problems 14The underlined word trivial in Para 5 probably means_ AunimportantBpuzzling CdifficultDurgent 15What does the passage mainly talk about? AThe development of school counseling BThe reasons for school counselings
37、popularity CThe advantages and disadvantages of school counseling DThe comparison of the past and present school counseling In America, when the eighth graders leave the middle school, they are often worried about moving to the high school. It is a hard time for them, but it can be an exciting one a
38、s well. To make it easier,students need to get familiar with their school. Even though theyve done this already in the middle school, its still important to find where their classrooms are. Most schools take students to the high school for a visit at the end of their eighth grade year.And, most scho
39、ols also have a freshman (新生) speech for parents and students before the first year begins. Sometimes the main office will give away a map of the school. This can help students and parents to find different places in the school. One way to know your high school more and make new friends is to join a
40、 club or play a sport. Schools often offer chances to join different clubs and sports. Fall activities begin in August before the first day of school. If you are not interested in sports, there are clubs for any interest, such as drama, dance, chess, photography,community service, etc. These clubs a
41、llow students from different grades. By joining an activity,students can find new friendships, not to mention improving their chances in future college applications (申请). The school office will have a list of activities offered at the school and information on how to join them. Whats more, to have a
42、 great start to a high school year,students can write down some of their worries, and ask for help from teachers and school workers. 16According to the text, most students feel _ when entering the high school. AexcitedBnervousClonelyDdisappointed 17Which of the following is TRUE about the school clu
43、bs? AThere are fewer students from higher grades in the school clubs. BThe school clubs in high school only welcome sports fans. CSummer activities begin before school starts. DThe school office can help new students join school clubs. 18When do many schools take students to visit their new high sch
44、ool? ABefore the eighth grade year starts. BRight after the high school year starts. CAt the end of their eighth grade year. DAt the beginning of the new term in the high school. 19What is the purpose of this text? ATo tell the new students how to learn in high school. BTo introduce new schools. CTo
45、 give the teachers some advice. DTo give advice to new high school students. You know Australia is a big country, but you may not know how easy it is to get around. The untouched beaches that go for miles and deserts that touch the horizon are just there, waiting to be reached and explored. The foll
46、owing are the different ways you can explore our vast country. Air Flying is the best way to cover large distances in a short time. You can spend more time on the Australias cant-miss landscapes and relaxing lifestyle. Moreover,competition among airlines makes great flying fees available for you. Dr
47、ive Australia has a vast network of well-maintained roads and some of the most beautiful touring routes in the world. You have no difficulty finding car rental companies at major airports, central city locations, suburbs and attractions. Bus Bus travel in Australia is comfortable, easy and economica
48、l. Buses generally have air conditioning, reading lights, adjustable seats and videos. Services are frequent, affordable and efficient. Rail Train travel is the cheapest and gives you an insight into Australias size and variety, all from the comfort of your carriage. Scheduled services are a great w
49、ay to get quickly between our cities and regional centers. Ferry(轮渡) The Spirit of Tasmania runs a passenger and vehicle ferry service between Melbourne and Tasmania nightly. Extra services are running during summer rush hours. Sea-link ferries connect South Australia and Kangaroo Island several tim
50、es a day.Ferries connect suburbs in our capital cities Walk With easy on the feel pedestrian streets, walking is a great way to get around our cities. Besides all of above, you can also experience some of the longest tracks and trails in the world in central Australia-impressive journeys of a thousa
