【英语】2019届二轮复习阅读理解专题应用文话题10篇训练之五（13页word版）

【英语】2019届二轮复习阅读理解专题应用文话题10篇训练之五（13页word版）

‎2019届二轮复习阅读理解专题应用文话题10篇训练之五 ‎[一]‎ The National Gallery Description:‎ The National Gallery is the British national art museum built on the north side of Trafalgar Square in London. It houses a diverse collection of more than 2,300 examples of European art ranging from 13th-century religious paintings to more modern ones by Renoir and Van Gogh. The older collections of the gallery are reached through the main entrance while the more modern works in the East Wing are most easily reached from Trafalgar Square by a ground floor entrance.‎ Layout:‎ The modern Sainsbury Wing on the western side of the building houses 13th- to 15th-century paintings, and artists include Duccio, Uccello, Van Eyck, Lippi, Mantegna, Botticelli and Memling.‎ The main West Wing houses 16th-century paintings, and artists include Leonardo da Vinci, Cranach, Michelangelo, Raphael, Bruegel, Bronzino, Titan and Veronese.‎ The North Wing houses 17th-century paintings, and artists include Caravaggio, Rubens, Poussin, Van Dyck, Velazquez, Claude and Vermeer.‎ The East Wing houses 18th- to early 20th-century paintings, and artists include Canaletto, Goya, Turner, Constable, Renoir and Van Gogh.‎ Opening Hours:‎ The Gallery is open every day from 10am to 6pm (Fridays 10am to 9pm) and is free, but charges apply to some special exhibitions.‎ Getting There:‎ Nearest underground stations: Charing Cross (2-minute walk), Leicester Square (3-minute walk), Embankment (7-minute walk), and Piccadilly Circus (8-minute walk).‎ ‎21. In which century’s collection can you see religious paintings?‎ A. The 13th. B. The 17th.‎ C. The 18th. D. The 20th.‎ ‎22. Where are Leonardo da Vinci’s works shown?‎ A. In the East Wing. B. In the main West Wing.‎ C. In the Sainsbury Wing. D. In the North Wing.‎ ‎23. Which underground station is closest to the National Gallery?‎ A. Piccadilly Circus. B. Charing Cross.‎ C. Embankment. D. Leicester Square.‎ 参考答案：21-23 ABB ‎[二]‎ King's College Summer School King's College Summer School is an annual( 每年的) training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King's College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year's summer school will be from July 25 to August 15.‎ More information is as follows:‎ Application (申请) date Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2007.‎ Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2007.‎ Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2007.‎ Courses English Language ‎ Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours American History: 16 hours American Culture: 16 hours Steps A letter of self-introduction A letter of recommendation(推荐)‎ ‎﹡ The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information.‎ Cost Daily lessons: $200‎ Sports and activities: $100‎ Travels: $200‎ Hotel service: $400‎ ‎﹡You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city.‎ Please write to:‎ ‎ Thompson, Sanders ‎ 1026 King' s Street ‎ New York, NY 10016, USA ‎ E-mail: KC-Summer-School@ yahoo, com ‎21. You can most probably read the text in ________.‎ ‎ A. a newspaper B. a travel guide C. a textbook D. a telephone book ‎22. Which of the following is true about King' s College Summer School?‎ ‎ A. Only top students can take part in the program.‎ ‎ B. King' s College Summer School is run every other year.‎ ‎ C. Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program.‎ ‎ D. Only the teachers of King' s College give courses.‎ ‎23. If you are to live with your relatives in New York, you will have to pay the school __‎ ‎ A. $200 B. $400 C. $500 D. $900‎ ‎24. What information can you get from the text?‎ ‎ A. The program will last two months. ‎ B. You can write to Thompson only in English.‎ ‎ C. As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2007. ‎ ‎ D. You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone.‎ 参考答案：21-24.ACCB ‎[三]‎ Washington, D.C. Bicycle Tours Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.‎ Duration Tour This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see a world-famous cherry trees with beautiful flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availability — the cherry blossoms—disappear!‎ Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour Duration:3 hours (4 miles)‎ Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C. Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.‎ Capital City Bike Tour In Washington, D.C.‎ Duration:3 hours ‎ Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D. C. newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most ,interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks. Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route(路线）make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing.z.xxk Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour ‎ Duration:3 hours(7miles)‎ Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get up close to the monuments and memorials as your bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.‎ ‎21.Which tour do you need to book in advance?‎ A. Cherry Blossom like Tour in Washington, D.C.‎ B. Washington capital Monuments Bicycle Tour.‎ C. Capital City Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.‎ D. Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour.‎ ‎22.What will you do on the Capital City Bike Tour? ‎ A. Meet famous people. B. Go to a national park.‎ C. Visit well-known museums. D. Enjoy interesting stories.‎ ‎23.Which of the following does the bicycle tour at night provide?‎ A. City maps. B. Cameras. C. Meals D. Safety lights 参考答案：21---23ADD ‎[四]‎ The summer holidays are coming up. It's time to fill the bookshelves with quality literature for the kids. Here are some great books. ‎ Josephine Wants to Dance by Jackie French ‎ Price: $14.99 (for ages 4+) ‎ Josephine is a kangaroo who loves to dance. Her little brother, Joey, tells her that kangaroos don't dance; they jump. But Josephine continues to point her toes and leap through the air. When a ballet group comes to town and the lead ballerina (芭蕾舞演员) is injured, Josephine is called upon to help save the day. Can she do it, and, more importantly, does it matter that she's a kangaroo?‎ House of Secrets by Chris Columbus Price: $19.99 (for ages 9+)‎ ‎ The Walker kids —Caroline, Brendan and Nell—may have saved the world, but they can' t save their home and must leave Kristoff House. Things can't get any worse, but then it turns out that the Wind Witch is still alive and planning an attack. To defeat her, the Walkers must return to the book world.The Walkers always help each other, but they must do it alone in their most important mission yet. And this time, if they fail, there's no chance of coming back. ‎ Edge of Extinction Book 1 by Laura Martin Price: $16.00 (for ages 9+)‎ ‎ If you like The Land of the Dinosaurs, you will love this book. Two hundred years ago, the first dinosaur was successfully cloned (克隆). Soon after, humans realized they'd made a big mistake. Thirteen-year-old Sky Mundy's father suddenly disappeared five years ago. Along with her best friend，Shawn，she steps out into the world above --a world of dinosaurs --to look for him. Then she learns that everything she's been taught has been a lie.‎ ‎21．Which book will you choose if your child is five years old?‎ A. House of Secrets. B. The Land of the Dinosaurs. ‎ C. Josephine Wants to Dance. D. Edge of Extinction Book 1.‎ ‎22．What can we learn about the Walker kids from the text?‎ A. They have to carry out the task alone. B. They hate each other.‎ C. They are afraid of the Wind Witch. D. They live in a secret house.‎ ‎23．What is the world like in the last book?‎ A. Animals live happily together. B. It is full of dinosaurs. ‎ C. Many dinosaurs attack the earth. D. Many adults are killed by the dinosaurs.‎ ‎24．The text is especially helpful for those who . ‎ A. are interested in raising animals ‎ B. want to make friends during the holidays C. want to explore an unknown world during the holidays.‎ D. plan to educate their children during the holidays[]‎ 参考答案：21-24 CABD ‎[五]‎ Learn to cook Egg Fried Rice Ingredients:‎ ‎●A bowl of cooked rice ‎●2 eggs ‎●4 spoons of oil ‎●Some green onion slices and carrots ‎●A big teaspoon of mayonnaise(蛋黄酱）‎ Instructions:‎ ‎●Mix rice and mayonnaise really well.‎ ‎●Heat up the oil.‎ ‎●Put the eggs into the oil. Remember not to cook them too long.‎ ‎●Add the rice, heat it and mix it well.‎ ‎●Add green onion slices and carrots, and cook them for a few minutes.‎ Tips:‎ Mayonnaise has all the important ingredients for fried rice---- oil, salt and sugar. So try mixing them first, and then it will get the egg fried rice a good taste.‎ ‎21．Which is NOT the ingredient for egg fried rice?‎ A. Carrots B. Butter C. Green onions D. rice ‎22. We need _________ if we want to cook a bowl of egg fried rice. ‎ A. four eggs B. two spoons of oil C. a big teaspoon of mayonnaise D. no rice ‎23. What is the second step to cook egg fried rice?‎ ‎ A. Heat up the oil. ‎ B. Add green onion slices. ‎ C. Mix rice and mayonnaise really well.‎ D.Put the eggs into the oil.‎ ‎24. Why is it better to use mayonnaise?‎ ‎ A. Because it is one of the ingredients.‎ B. Because it can be cooked long.‎ C. Because it has oil, salt and sugar in it.‎ D. Because it is healthy.‎ ‎25. What do you think the passage is?‎ A. A reply to an invitation. B. A page from a cookbook. ‎ C. A New Year’s resolution. D. An advertisement 参考答案：21---25.BCACB ‎[六]‎ Beldon and Canfield are two seashore towns, not far apart. Both towns have many hotels, and in summer the hotels are full of holiday-makers and other tourists.‎ Last August there was a fire at the Seabreeze Hotel in Beldon. The next day, this news appeared on page two of the town’s newspaper, the Beldon Post:‎ FIRE AT SEABREEZE Late last night firemen hurried to the Seabreeze Hotel and quickly put out a small fire in a bedroom. The hotel manager said that a cigarette started the fire. We say again to all our visitors: "Please don't smoke cigarettes in bed" This was Beldon’s first hotel fire for five years.‎ The Canfield Times gave the news in these words on page one:‎ ANOTHER BELDON HOTEL CATCHES FIRE Last night Beldon firemen arrived just too late to save clothing, bedclothes and some furniture at the Seabreeze Hotel. An angry holiday-maker said, “An electric lamp probably started the fire. The bedroom lamps are very old at some of these hotels, when I put my bedside light on, I heard a funny noise from the lamp.” We are glad to tell our readers that this sort of adventure does not happen in Canfield.‎ What are the facts, then? It is never easy to find out the exact truth about an accident. There was a fire at the Seabreeze Hotel last August: that is one fact. Do we know anything else? Yes, we know that firemen went to the hotel.‎ Now what do you think of the rest of the "news" ?‎ ‎26. The news of the fire appeared on page two of the Beldon Post because.____.‎ A. page two was important B. more people can read it C. they want to keep secret D. reduce the influence of it ‎27. The Canfield Times used the headline like this in order to make its readers think_______.‎ A. hotels in Beldon often catch fire B. hotels in Beldon don't often catch fire.‎ C. this was the second fire at the Seabreeze Hotel D. Beldon was a good place except that hotels there are not quite safe ‎28. Which of the following are probably facts?‎ ‎ a. The fire broke out in a bedroom at the hotel.‎ ‎ b. A cigarette started the fire.‎ ‎ c. An old lamp started the fire.‎ ‎ d. The fire broke out at night.‎ ‎ e. There has never been a fire in Canfield.‎ A. a and e B. a and d C. b and e D. d and c 参考答案： 26—28 DAB ‎[七]‎ Railway Stephen ‎ Manufacturer: Fisher Price Publication date: 2016-6-15‎ Price:＄9.65‎ For Ages: 2+‎ Stephen is one of the earliest engines ever built. Other engines may be faster and stronger than Stephen, but in terms of strength or speed, Stephen makes up for with his positive spirits, sense of humor and knowledge. Stephen can connect to other engines and vehicles with magnet connectors.‎ Monster Truck ‎ Manufacturer: LEGO Publication date: 2016-2-21‎ Price:＄29.95‎ For Ages: 3+‎ Get the big monster truck to the race with the Monster Truck! Check the engine and huge tires before the show. Jump the ramp(斜坡) to hear the crowd cheer with excitement!‎ ‎•Features a man-made low-loader trailer, a monster truck, a ramp and a carriage with opening doors ‎ ‎•Accessories include tools, a toolbox and an oil can Stacking Train ‎ Manufacturer: Melissa ＆Doug Publication date: 2015-12-16‎ Price:＄15.45‎ For Ages 4 and up The brightly colored wooden train is over 17 inches long and includes 15 changeable pieces. The engine and multicolored goods cars have strong pegs(挂钩) for linking the cars. Get onboard for a high-quality, value-packed adventure!‎ Crazy Forts ‎ Manufacturer: Crazy Forts Publication date: 2016-8-9‎ Price:＄44.95‎ For Ages 5 and up Children of all ages love building fun structures where they can play endlessly in their imaginary worlds. And Crazy Forts makes play so easy and so fun. Simply connect the balls and sticks and cover the structure with bed sheets to create your imaginary places. They are durable, portable and best of all, there are no batteries required! You can build your own creation, a playhouse for parties, tunnels or connect with friends for amazing structures.‎ ‎21. Buy the Monster Truck, and you will get ________.‎ A. fun building structures B. a wooden train with many pieces ‎ C. huge tires, a toolbox and an oil can D. magnet connectors to connect other vehicles ‎22. If John Smith pays ＄15.45, he will get a product which has ________.‎ A. portable balls and sticks B. hooks to connect other cars ‎ C. a ramp and a carriage D. a faster and stronger engines ‎23. Which of the following can better promote children’s imagination?‎ A. Stacking Train .B. Monster Truck. C. Railway Stephen. D. Crazy Forts.‎ 参考答案：21-23. CBD ‎[八]‎ For World Heritage(遗产) Sites, you probably think of places connected with ancient art and culture, and historical buildings. But there are a few of the more unusual sites.‎ ‎.Citadel of Haiti.‎ These monuments were built at the end of the nineteenth century when Haiti became independent and the many thousands of black slaves in Haiti were free for the first time. These ex-slaves built the monuments, which The World Heritage List (WHL) describes as a true symbol of liberty.‎ ‎.The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in India.‎ This railway was opened in 1881 and is still operating today. It crosses a difficult area of mountain landscape and it is a great example of railway engineering. The WHL says that it is the first and still the most outstanding example of a hill passenger railway.‎ ‎.Borders of France and Spain.‎ This is an area of great natural beauty and the mountains have many interesting geological shapes. Besides, people there still use a type of agriculture that used to be common in mountainous areas of Europe but has almost completely disappeared in modern times. The WHL says it shows us about past European society through its landscape of villages, fields and mountain roads. ‎ ‎.Alto Douro‎, ‎Portugal.‎ This is an area in the North of Portugal where wine has been produced for thousands of years. Nowadays it is world-famous for the port wine that is produced there. The WHL says that this long tradition of wine making has produced a cultural landscape of outstanding beauty that reflects its technological, social and economic development little by little.‎ ‎21. In the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in India, you can __________________.‎ A. experience the mountain railway B. enjoy the natural mountain beauty C. explore the railway engineering D. learn the history of the railway ‎22. Which of the following is in honor of freedom?‎ A. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in India B. Borders of France and ‎Spain C. Citadel of Haiti D. Alto ‎Douro‎, ‎Portugal ‎23. If you want to learn something about ancient farming, you should go to ___________.‎ A. Alto Douro, Portugal B. Borders of France and ‎Spain C. Citadel of Haiti D. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in ‎India 参考答案：21-23. BCB ‎[九]‎ Her Fearful Symmetry ‎ By Audrey Niffenegger ‎ RRP $ 12.48(original price) $11.23(special price)—Save $ 1.25 ‎ Free delivery worldwide ‎ Add to basket… Save item ‎ Julia and Valentine Poole are normal American teenagers. But everything changes when they receive notice that an aunt whom they didn’t know has ‎ died and left them her flat in London.‎ Published: 05 July 2010‎ Format: Paperback 496 pages Sales rank: 114‎ The Book Thief By Markus Zusak RRP $ 12.48(original price) $9.13(special price)—Save $3.35‎ Free delivery worldwide Add to basket… Save item Liesel, a nine-year-old girl is living with a foster family on Himmel Street. Her parents have been taken away to a concentration camp. Liesel steals books. This is her story and the story of the people of her street when the bombs begin to fall.‎ Published: 01January 2008‎ Format: paperback 560 pages Sales rank: 188,505‎ The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas By John Boyne RRP $12.48(original price) $11.39(special price)—Save $1.09‎ Free delivery worldwide Add to basket... Save item The book tells the story of a nine-year-old boy called Bruno. And sooner or later the reader arrives with Bruno at a “fence”, which is not meant to be crossed.‎ Published: 11 September 2008‎ Format: paperback 224 pages Sales rank: 113‎ The Help By Kathryn Stockett RRP $12.48(original price) $ 11.23(special price)—Save $1.25‎ Free delivery worldwide Add to basket… Save item It’s Jackson‎, ‎Mississippi, 1962. No one would believe they’d be friends; fewer still would tolerate it. But as each woman finds the courage to cross boundaries, they come to depend and rely upon one another. Each is in search of truth.‎ Published: 13 May 2010‎ Format: Paperback 464 pages Sales rank: 16‎ ‎25. Which book mentioned above sells best?‎ A. Her Fearful Symmetry B. The Book Thief C. The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas D. The Help ‎26. What do the books mentioned above have in common?‎ A. They were all published in the same year. ‎ B. They are delivered worldwide for free.‎ C. They are all written by famous writers.‎ D. They are all best-sellers at the moment.‎ ‎27. Which book mentioned above is sold at the least discount?‎ A. Her Fearful Symmetry B. The Book Thief C. The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas D. The Help 参考答案：25-27．DBC ‎[十]‎ The Petit Appetit Cookbook List Price: $ 35.00‎ Price: $ 23.10‎ You Save: $11.90 (34%)‎ Product Description: Fresh, healthy meals that give little mouths something to smile about . In The Petit Appetit Cookbook, mother and ‎ professional cook Lisa Barnes offers healthy foods to help create delicious menus and begin a lifetime of positive eating habits for children.‎ Everyday Raw Express (Paperback)‎ List Price: $ 19.99‎ Price: $ 13.57‎ You Save: $6.42 (32%)‎ Product Description: Many people love the benefits of eating raw, but often the recipes take hours or even a period of several days to prepare. Everyday Raw Express offers a variety of delicious food, all prepared in 30 minutes or less.‎ Good Night Sun Hello Moon (Board book) (Reading Level: Ages 4～8)‎ List Price: $ 10.99‎ Price: $ 9.34‎ You Save: $1.65 (15%)‎ Book Description: Bedtime is a special time and this beautiful book will be a special part of saying goodnight. As kids turn the page, a little bit of the sun goes away and a little piece of the moon appears. The sweet story about a little bunny who doesn't want to go to bed will help send little ones off to sleep night after night.‎ Where the Wild Things Are (Hardcover) (Reading Level: Ages 6～10)‎ List Price: $ 16.95‎ Price: $ 11.53‎ You Save: $5.42 (32%)‎ Book Description: Max, a boy who feels misunderstood at home sets out in a tiny boat, seeking new worlds across the sea. He lands on the incredible island of the wild things, a place where being a beast isn't a bad thing. The wild things make Max their king, but life on the island is full of challenges, too.‎ ‎21．Lily, 5 years old, likes listening to some stories before going to ‎ bed, her mother will buy ____________________.‎ A．Where the Wild Things Are B．Good Night Sun Hello Moon ‎ C．The Petit Appetit Cookbook D．Everyday Raw Express ‎22．Who will probably show interest in The Petit Appetit Cookbook?‎ A．A healthy mother who likes adventures. B．A cook in a seafood restaurant.‎ C．A 4yearold boy ill in hospital. D．A lady with a 9monthold baby.‎ ‎23．Helen wants to buy a cookbook about eating raw, how much will she save?‎ A．$ 6.42 B．$ 1.65‎ C．$ 5.42 D．$ 11.90‎ 参考答案：21~23 BDA ‎