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1、高中英语阅读理解+七选五考前小题提分练二十九PART A（1）While beach vacations may be a great way to take your mind off work，lakes surrounded by mountains make for an even grander experienceIf you are looking for some peace on your vacation，we have some recommendations for you in the Caucasus(高加索)Lake SevanLake Sevan is situ
2、ated in the central part of Armenia，in the Gegharkunik provinceIt is the largest lake in Armenia，located 6,200ft above sea levelAlong the lake shore，there are various accommodations such as resorts and hotels with plenty of activities to partake in such as windsurfing，swimming and sunbathingWhile th
3、ere，do not forget to visit one of the famous cultural monuments，the Sevanavank Monastery，and it offers a great view of the lake as wellLake ParavaniLake Paravani，located at 6,801ft above sea level，is in the south of Georgia，near the Javakheti plateauAt this level，altitude sickness can occur and it i
4、s a good idea to be prepared to adapt to it properly，or bring medication for altitude sicknessBeing a volcanic lake makes for a more interesting experienceThe lake is best known for fishingDo not come home during the winter months when the lake freezesLake CildirLake Cildir is located in the Ardahan
5、 province，East Turkey，near the borders of Georgia and ArmeniaIt is the second largest freshwater lake of Eastern Turkey，and many tourists are not aware of this beautiful attractionLake Cildir is surrounded by mountains of the CaucasusThe lake freezes during late NovemberIf the winter is not extremel
6、y cold，you can try some lake activities like ice skating and ice fishingLake VanLake Van is the must visit of all lakes in this listThe largest lake in Turkey，Lake Van is located on the eastern shore of Turkey and is also the most accessible lake hereIts situated at 5，380ft above sea level，and uniqu
7、e to lakes around the world，the water is high in salt content1If you want to visit some historic sites during your travel by a lake，you can go to .ALake Cildir BLake ParvaniCLake Sevan DLake Van2What is special about Lake VanAIts water is high in saltBIt is a volcanic lakeCIt is globally the largest
8、 lakeDIt is surrounded by mountains3What challenge are travelers most likely to face while visiting Lake ParavaniALack of medicine BVolcano eruptionsCAltitude sickness DLow temperature all the year（2）A flight last month between Campinas and Sao Jose do Rio Preto in southern Brazil became the scene o
9、f a spontaneous( 自发的) act of kindness that spread on social media networks.According to the website Aeroin. net a passenger named Sirlandia Dias Pereira was traveling with her son Caleb, who suffered from heart failure and bad a heart murmur. During the flight, she told the passenger next to her, Al
10、ex Pontes, that she was traveling so her son could be hospitalized. She also explained that she was relying on the charity of others for living quarters.The passenger talked to the crew of the airline and asked to use the airplane's loudspeaker, inviting the other travelers to contribute to a sp
11、ontaneous collection to help the mother and her son.“All of us would like to find an angel to help us. Those of us who feel moved to do so, let's help this mother to take a little something with her. a little something we have and can share," he said.In a matter of minutes, passengers offer
12、ed a total worth near $ 400 which goes a lot further in Brazil than in the USA, plus applause for the mother, who was thrilled with the help and repeatedly expressed her gratitude to the passengers.The site that first shared the story later updated the article, adding that Caleb went through surgery
13、 and was recovering well. The website Razoes Para Acreditar reported that the story caught the attention of Brazilin TV personality Luciano Huck, who started a crowdfunding campaign to help the family.This story just goes to show that a kind act can go a long way towards making an important differen
14、ce in someone's life. There are people in need all around us, Let's not let these chances to help others pass us by!4. Why was the mother traveling?A. To get her sick son treated.B. To look for living quarters.C. To experience taking a plane.D. To pick up her son from hospital.5. What did Al
15、ex Pontes do for the mother on the plane?A. He gave her $ 400 by himself.B. He called for donation for her.C. He exchanged his seat with her.D. He helped her attend to her son.6. Why did Lauciano Huck decide to help the mother and her son?A. He was one of the witnesses on the plane.B. He wanted to m
16、ake himself well-known.C. He was inspired by the spontaneous act. D. He was asked to offer assistance by them.7. What is the author' s main purpose in writing the text?A. To speak highly of a kind passenger.B. To ask us to sacrifice for others.C To show the significance of first aid.D. To encour
17、age us to help those in need.（3）The giant Sequoia trees in California grip tightly into the floor,but with shallow root,with little depth.Constantly challenging the natural elements and fighting off destruction,the giant Sequoia is "king of the forest".These trees are so tall and strong th
18、at eventually they become their own worst enemy.For you see,the Sequoia can resist lightning, storm,and wind,but eventually their roots cannot support their own weight and strength.After hundreds or thousands of years,they tumble to the ground like giant skyscrapers that have fallen from their bases
19、 after powerful explosives are detonated（引爆）.In many ways,many of us are like those giant Sequoias,so proud,so bit,so strong,withstanding wind and fire,yet not allowing our roots to seek deep into life's meaning.Many people have only shallow roots in soft ground,leaving them constantly on the ed
20、ge of falling over to their destruction.The first step we should take is to anchor ourselves with the firm intention of establishing strong roots of life and belief.We must trust the ground we stand on,and allow ourselves to plant the rich seeds of passion into our life's soil,nurturing it with
21、the rain of love and joy,then allowing the fertilizer to soak into the very "veins" of the roots, leading to the trunk's healthy development.We've all seen many men with a strong trunk but no roots.They place the material dimension of wealth and finance above their own roots and fo
22、undational beliefs.They become so heavy with possessions,money,and the burden of wealth that they finally fall over as the giant Sequoia uproots itself and self-destructs.8.The Sequoia is called "king of the forest" because it .A.grips tightly into the forest floor B.grows to be very tall
23、and strongC.lives to thousands of years D.looks like a skyscraper9.What does the underlined word "tumble" mean?A.Explode. B.Reach. C.Build up. D.Break down.10.The writer's purpose in introducing the Sequoia is to .A.tell a life truth B.encourage struggling peopleC.show the meaning of h
24、appiness D.warn people about the danger of becoming strong11.What would be the best title for the passage?A.Life Is Rooted in A Strong Belief. B.Our Biggest Enemy Is Ourselves.C.The Meaning of Life. D.Build Firm Life Foundation.（4）Scientists are urging that deep sea metal mining should be stopped te
25、mporarily. They warn in a report that it can cause severe and damaging effects on Pacific Ocean areas.The recently-released report examined more than 250 published studies on deep Sea mining. The research was examined by the Deep Sea Mining Campaign- a collection of not-for profit organizations. The
26、 report centers on mining activities related to small metallic particles，called nodules, found on the seabed. The material can contain different metals. Increasing demand for these metals has led to a rise in deep-sea mining operations. The metals are commonly used in battery manufacturing and other
27、 technology products.However, the scientists warn that mining for these nodules will cause irreversible damage to an ocean already under pressure. The operations will affect areas across the South Pacific, including the nations of Kiribati, the Cook Islands, Nauru, Tonga and Papua New Guinea.The rep
28、ort notes that a moratorium is the only responsible way to move forward until certain conditions surrounding deep-sea mining can be met. The scientists are calling for additional study to fully understand the environmental, social and economic risks.Andrew Chin is the report's lead researcher. H
29、e says in a statement that nodule mining will likely result in the loss of sea life and cause damage to deep seabeds for thousands of years. He adds that the operations can put people at risk who depend on the ocean and its continued health.A company planning to be one of the first to carry out mini
30、ng operations in the area is Canada's DeepGreen, which aims to begin by 2024. It seeks to mine metallic nodules to be used in power systems for electric vehicles. DeepGreen Chief Executive Officer Gerard Barron defended the company's plans in reaction to the report. He said deep-sea mining o
31、ffered the best alternative to surface mining, which has a long history of pollution and destroying forests and wildlife.12. Why are deep-sea mining operations on the rise?A. More metals are needed.B. Surface mining is banned,C. Battery industry is falling.D. The seabed is easy to find,13. Which of
32、the following best explains the word “moratorium" underlined in paragraph 4?A. Loose measure. B. Thorough study.C. Permanent deal. D. Temporary stop.14. What can we learn from Andrew Chin's words?A. Conditions surrounding deep-sea mining are great.B. The damage caused by nodule mining is re
33、versible.C. Nodule mining can cause harm in various aspects.D. People sure less likely to be affected by nodule mining,15. What's Gerard Barron's attitude towards deep-sea mining?A. Opposed. B. Supportive. C. Ambiguous.D. Unconcerned.Part B阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Beauty sle
34、ep doesnt just belong to the fairytale world. Research has shown that people who dont sleep enough are viewed as less healthy and less attractive. Lack of sleep has also been linked to the exacerbation(加重)of certain skin illnesses. 16 . Here are three tips on how to get t
35、he most beauty benefits from a night of rest.1. Care for your skinNo matter how tired you feel, make time to care for your skin every evening. Your evening routine does not have to be long and complicated, just effective:Clean. 17 . Sleeping with makeup on has shown to cause s
36、kin inflammation (炎症)and accelerate the aging process.Treat. Blood flow increases at night, making skincare products sink into the skin more efficiently. 18 .2. Sleep on your back_19 . The American Academy of Dermatology has warned that sleeping in other
37、positions can lead to sleep lines, while sleeping on your back can help to prevent lines. If you often wake up with swollen eyes, try to sleep with your head slightly raised. This can help to prevent the swelling caused by fluid retention(积液)in the under-eye area, which tends to accumulate there, wh
38、ere the skin is thinner.3. 20 Sleeping on a silk pillow can effectively prevent the stubborn facial wrinkles caused by sleeping on the side or on your stomach. Additionally, silk is less-absorbing than cotton, so it is not going to absorb whatever skincare product you hav
39、e applied to your face as much as other material would.A. Choose silk.B. Go to sleep on timeC. Use a mild product to remove makeup, dirt and oilD. Use your anti-aging products as overnight treatment.E. Unless you have medical reasons not to do it, try this positionF. This new technology promotes skins self-repairing processG. Therefore, we undoubtedly have to make healthy sleep a rule1-3 CAC 4-7 ABCD 8-11 BDAD 12-15. A D C B 16-20 DACBG