第二部分阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。AVATNAJoKULL NATIONAL PARK, ICELANDVatnajokull National Park is home to one of the largest glaciers in the world and two active volcanoes. I's apopular place to explore ice caves. Here you can experience the breathtaking views of waterfalls, frozen rivers andherds of reindeer through cave tours, glacial hikes and Jeep safaris.Best time to visit: May to September.ARCHAEOLOGICAL RUINS OF LIANGZHU CITY, CHINADating back to 5,300 years ago, the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City is considered as an importantrepresentation of early urban civilization based on rice plantation. The city ruins show the contributions made by theYangtze River Basin to the origins of Chinese civilization.Best time to visit: March to May & October to mid-December.BAGAN, MYANMARLocated on the banks of the Ayeyarwady River, Bagan is the capital of the ancient Burmese empire and featuresa stunning range of works of Buddhist art and architecture. Visitors can get the best views at sunrise by taking a hotair balloon ride and witness hundreds of architectural treasures as far as the eye can reach.Best time to visit: November to February.JAIPUR CITY, INDIAThe walled city of Jaipur is one of the most colourful cities in the world and part of India's famous GoldenTriangle. The city is famous for not only its pink coloured buildings, but also the houses, shops, restaurants and hotelswhich give you a feast for colours. Besides, you can enjoy the city's layout, busy streets and large public squares.Best time to visit: November to March.21. Which of the following is best recommended in April?CA. Bagan.B. Jaipur City.New research added brain degradation such as Alzheimer's disease (阿尔茨海默氏病)to the growing listC. Vatnajokull National Park.D. Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City.effects of fine particles(微粒). A study of 63 million adults older than 65 in the United States showed that fro22. What is special about Bagan?2000 to 2016, first-time hospital admissions for Alzheimer's disease and related diseases rose by 13 percent wiA. It features views of volcanoes.B. It is heavy with religious culture.every 5-microgram (per cubic meter of air) increase in annual concentrations of PM 2.5. Such particles aC. It has a history of over 5,000 years.D. Its known for colorful architecture.produced mainly during the burning of fossil fuels, especially coal and oil. The risk remained high even whe23.In which part of a magazine can you most probably read this text?concentrations were below 12 micrograms per cubic meter of air, a level the U. S. Environmental Protection AgenA. Geography.B. Culture.C. Science.D. Environment.currently considers safe.B"Our study builds on the small but clear evidence indicating that long-term PM 2. 5 exposure is associated wiA small bowl bought at a yard sale in Connecticut for just 35 has been identified as a rare 15th-centuryan increased risk of worsening brain health, even when PM 2.5 concentrations are well below the current nationChinese antique.standards," said Xiao Wu, a doctoral student in Harvard.The blue-and-white bowl was made by China's royal cout during the Ming dynasty. Itis now expected to sell forAntonella Zanobetti, a co-author of the study, said the new research results showed that the current U.up to 500,000, according to Sotheby's auction(拍卖) house in New York, where the auction wll take place nexttregulations are inadequate to protect the aging American population, highlighting the need for stricter standards amonth.policies that help further reduce PM 2.5 concentrations and improve air quality overall.The purchase was made last year near New Haven, Connecticut. "I was just hanging around there aimlessly.Women and urban populations, particularly those in the northeast, were particularly at risk, the researBut when I saw this bowl, I didn't even bargain over the 35 asking price," the owner said. Shortly after theshowed. The researchers figured that the increasing effects on urban populations might be due to the "abundancepurhase, he sent phots o the bowl to ancion specials, whoidentified t s anitemo histoical ignifcance. metal-bearing prticles in he uhan atmosphere, which have vey smal ize and ean aces the bran drecdlyUpon doer isgection, he atfat es fond to lae rignated fon the penod of he Yongle Empenor, who mled They owed the inereased rik o women to longerlife, whieh meant the pobablty of eah rom other cass bfom 1402 to 1424- a period noted for its distinctive porelain(瓷器) techniques. If's now valued between- developing Alkzheimer's disease was higher in men.300,000 and 500,000, with the top estimate nearly 14,300 times the amount it was purchased for.28. What can we learn about the new research in Paragraph 1?"I was deeply attracted by the techniques. You can see why this bowl is so highly-valued from the very smoothA. It proved PM 2.5 was caused by fossil fuels.porcelain body, silky glaze(釉料) and special blue colouring, which were never reproduced in later dynastiesB. It aimed at improving the elders' brain health.McAteer, an auction specialist, said.C. It showed Alzheimer's disease was linked to air pollution." The Yongle Emperor improved the porcelain techniques and elevated the importance of porcelain from being anD. It focused on the effect of PM 2. 5 on the environment.ordinary bowl into a true work of art. This small bowl has both practical and artistic value," McAteer said.29. What i the researchers' attitude towards the current U.S. PM 2.5 national standards?24. What can we infer about the bowl's owner?A. Supportive.B. Disapproving.A. He found the bowl by accident.B. He hesitated during the purchase.C. Cautious.D. Ambiguous.C. He doubted whether the bowl was real.D. He bought the bowl because it was cheap.30. Why do women have higher risk of brain health problems?25. What makes the bowl so precious?A. Because they mainly live in cities.A. The blue colour on it.B. The long history it has.B. Because they are in much worse condition.C. The people who made it.D. The unique techniques used.C. Because they are affected by PM 2. 5 more easily.26. What does the underlined word "elevated" in Paragraph 6 probably mean?D. Because they live longer than men.A. Foresaw.B. Promoted.31. Whats the purpose of the text?C. Assessed.D. Acknowledged.A. To present findings of new research.27. What's the best tile of the text?B. To call on us to protect the environment.A. An Amazing BowlB. A Special Yard SaleC. To analyze various reasons for Alzheimer's disease.C. The Return of PorcelainsD. A Man Making FortuneD. To draw our attention to the elders' health.4-2英语21. Which of the following is best recommended in April?A. Bagan.B. Jaipur City.C. Vatnajokull National Park.D. Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City.22. What is special about Bagan?A. It features views of volcanoes.B. It is heavy with religious culture.C. It has a history of over 5,000 years.D. It's known for colorful architecture.23. In which part of a magazine can you most probably read this text?A. Geography.B.Culture.C. Science.D. Environment.

第二部分阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。AVATNAJoKULL NATIONAL PARK, ICELANDVatnajokull National Park is home to one of the largest glaciers in the world and two active volcanoes. I's apopular place to explore ice caves. Here you can experience the breathtaking views of waterfalls, frozen rivers andherds of reindeer through cave tours, glacial hikes and Jeep safaris.Best time to visit: May to September.ARCHAEOLOGICAL RUINS OF LIANGZHU CITY, CHINADating back to 5,300 years ago, the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City is considered as an importantrepresentation of early urban civilization based on rice plantation. The city ruins show the contributions made by theYangtze River Basin to the origins of Chinese civilization.Best time to visit: March to May & October to mid-December.BAGAN, MYANMARLocated on the banks of the Ayeyarwady River, Bagan is the capital of the ancient Burmese empire and featuresa stunning range of works of Buddhist art and architecture. Visitors can get the best views at sunrise by taking a hotair balloon ride and witness hundreds of architectural treasures as far as the eye can reach.Best time to visit: November to February.JAIPUR CITY, INDIAThe walled city of Jaipur is one of the most colourful cities in the world and part of India's famous GoldenTriangle. The city is famous for not only its pink coloured buildings, but also the houses, shops, restaurants and hotelswhich give you a feast for colours. Besides, you can enjoy the city's layout, busy streets and large public squares.Best time to visit: November to March.21. Which of the following is best recommended in April?CA. Bagan.B. Jaipur City.New research added brain degradation such as Alzheimer's disease (阿尔茨海默氏病)to the growing listC. Vatnajokull National Park.D. Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City.effects of fine particles(微粒). A study of 63 million adults older than 65 in the United States showed that fro22. What is special about Bagan?2000 to 2016, first-time hospital admissions for Alzheimer's disease and related diseases rose by 13 percent wiA. It features views of volcanoes.B. It is heavy with religious culture.every 5-microgram (per cubic meter of air) increase in annual concentrations of PM 2.5. Such particles aC. It has a history of over 5,000 years.D. Its known for colorful architecture.produced mainly during the burning of fossil fuels, especially coal and oil. The risk remained high even whe23.In which part of a magazine can you most probably read this text?concentrations were below 12 micrograms per cubic meter of air, a level the U. S. Environmental Protection AgenA. Geography.B. Culture.C. Science.D. Environment.currently considers safe.B"Our study builds on the small but clear evidence indicating that long-term PM 2. 5 exposure is associated wiA small bowl bought at a yard sale in Connecticut for just $35 has been identified as a rare 15th-centuryan increased risk of worsening brain health, even when PM 2.5 concentrations are well below the current nationChinese antique.standards," said Xiao Wu, a doctoral student in Harvard.The blue-and-white bowl was made by China's royal cout during the Ming dynasty. Itis now expected to sell forAntonella Zanobetti, a co-author of the study, said the new research results showed that the current U.up to $500,000, according to Sotheby's auction(拍卖) house in New York, where the auction wll take place nexttregulations are inadequate to protect the aging American population, highlighting the need for stricter standards amonth.policies that help further reduce PM 2.5 concentrations and improve air quality overall.The purchase was made last year near New Haven, Connecticut. "I was just hanging around there aimlessly.Women and urban populations, particularly those in the northeast, were particularly at risk, the researBut when I saw this bowl, I didn't even bargain over the $35 asking price," the owner said. Shortly after theshowed. The researchers figured that the increasing effects on urban populations might be due to the "abundancepurhase, he sent phots o the bowl to ancion specials, whoidentified t s anitemo histoical ignifcance. metal-bearing prticles in he uhan atmosphere, which have vey smal ize and ean aces the bran drecdlyUpon doer isgection, he atfat es fond to lae rignated fon the penod of he Yongle Empenor, who mled They owed the inereased rik o women to longerlife, whieh meant the pobablty of eah rom other cass bfom 1402 to 1424- a period noted for its distinctive porelain(瓷器) techniques. If's now valued between- developing Alkzheimer's disease was higher in men.$300,000 and $500,000, with the top estimate nearly 14,300 times the amount it was purchased for.28. What can we learn about the new research in Paragraph 1?"I was deeply attracted by the techniques. You can see why this bowl is so highly-valued from the very smoothA. It proved PM 2.5 was caused by fossil fuels.porcelain body, silky glaze(釉料) and special blue colouring, which were never reproduced in later dynastiesB. It aimed at improving the elders' brain health.McAteer, an auction specialist, said.C. It showed Alzheimer's disease was linked to air pollution." The Yongle Emperor improved the porcelain techniques and elevated the importance of porcelain from being anD. It focused on the effect of PM 2. 5 on the environment.ordinary bowl into a true work of art. This small bowl has both practical and artistic value," McAteer said.29. What i the researchers' attitude towards the current U.S. PM 2.5 national standards?24. What can we infer about the bowl's owner?A. Supportive.B. Disapproving.A. He found the bowl by accident.B. He hesitated during the purchase.C. Cautious.D. Ambiguous.C. He doubted whether the bowl was real.D. He bought the bowl because it was cheap.30. Why do women have higher risk of brain health problems?25. What makes the bowl so precious?A. Because they mainly live in cities.A. The blue colour on it.B. The long history it has.B. Because they are in much worse condition.C. The people who made it.D. The unique techniques used.C. Because they are affected by PM 2. 5 more easily.26. What does the underlined word "elevated" in Paragraph 6 probably mean?D. Because they live longer than men.A. Foresaw.B. Promoted.31. Whats the purpose of the text?C. Assessed.D. Acknowledged.A. To present findings of new research.27. What's the best tile of the text?B. To call on us to protect the environment.A. An Amazing BowlB. A Special Yard SaleC. To analyze various reasons for Alzheimer's disease.C. The Return of PorcelainsD. A Man Making FortuneD. To draw our attention to the elders' health.4-2英语21. Which of the following is best recommended in April?A. Bagan.B. Jaipur City.C. Vatnajokull National Park.D. Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City.22. What is special about Bagan?A. It features views of volcanoes.B. It is heavy with religious culture.C. It has a history of over 5,000 years.D. It's known for colorful architecture.23. In which part of a magazine can you most probably read this text?A. Geography.B.Culture.C. Science.D. Environment.