【英语】2019届二轮复习阅读理解专题应用文类型模拟试题10篇训练之十二（22页word版）

【英语】2019届二轮复习阅读理解专题应用文类型模拟试题10篇训练之十二（22页word版）

‎2019届二轮复习阅读理解专题应用文类型模拟试题10篇训练之十二 ‎[一]‎ There is a lot of talk these days about how kids should be interested in science. Here’s an area of science for everyone, and these cool new books might inspire you to discover your inner scientist.‎ Scaly Spotted Feathered Frilled by Catherine Thimmesh, 58 pages, ages 9-12‎ Seeing a picture or a model of a dinosaur, do you wonder how anybody knows what they look like? After all, nobody has seen a living dinosaur. This book explains how scientists and artists work together to re-create dinosaurs. As scientific discoveries have been made, the models have changed. Scientific tests may one day show what a dinosaur’s coloring was, but now artists have to use their imagination to decide how these huge creatures looked.‎ Beyond the Solar System by Mary Kay Carson, 128 pages, ages 10-13‎ This book takes readers back to the beginnings of space exploration—thousands of years ago, when people began star observation—and forward to today’s search for planets in distant parts of the Milky Way. Along with history lessons, readers get 21 activities, such as making a black hole and creating a model of Albert Einstein’s universe using a T-shirt. The activities are perfect for cold winter days.‎ Ultimate Bugopedia by Darlyne Murawski and Nancy Honovich, 272 pages, ages 7 and older If you’re always on the lookout for butterflies, this book is for you. Hundreds of color photos of common and unusual insects fill this hardcover. There are fantastic stories related to the photos. For example, do you know an insect feeds on the tears of Asian cattle? There’s a question-and-answer section with an insect scientist and advice on how to help protect endangered(濒危的) insects.‎ Journey into the Invisible by Christine Schlitt, 80 pages, ages 9-12‎ If you use a magnifying (放大的) glass, you know a leaf looks quite different. This book explains what microscopes do and then shows what happens to things around the house when watched with this amazing scientific tool. The bacteria (细菌) in your mouth, when magnified 20,000 times, look a bit like swimming pool noodles. Attractive photos are paired with suggestions about how to learn about the world around you, just by looking a little closer. ‎ ‎21. Kids interested in pre-historical （史前的）animals might read ________________.‎ A. Ultimate Bugopedia B. Beyond the Solar System C. Journey into the Invisible D. Scaly Spotted Feathered Frilled ‎22. Beyond the Solar System is mainly about ________________.‎ A. space exploration B. the Milky Way C. history lessons D. Albert Einstein’s universe ‎23. From the passage, we can learn that ________________.‎ A. butterflies are fond of the tears of Asian cattle B. scientists have discovered the dinosaur’s coloring C. microscopes can present you with an amazing world D. man has explored the black hole for thousands of years ‎24. The main purpose of the passage is to________________.‎ A. compare features of different books ‎ B. inspire people to become scientists C. teach children some knowledge of science ‎ D. recommend new science books to children 参考答案：21-24 DACD ‎[二]‎ ‎ The most famous war movies reflect the American public's continuous fascination with World War II and the Vietnam War. Many movies of this kind have been well-received when they were first shown, but few of them have enjoyed lasting fame and popularity. The films on the list of the five most famous war movies still remain fresh and are popular among many people.‎ The Longest Day ‎ An all-star cast recreates D-Day and the Normandy attack, the greatest landing and aerial(空中的) invasion in history. This is probably the most famous war movie because of the large number of big stars who have roles in the film.‎ Apocalypse Now ‎ This is a famous war movie because of its description of the Vietnam War and excellent performance from Marlon Brando, Martin Sheen and Robert Duvall. The film, full of memorable scenes and quotes, is widely viewed as a masterpiece of movie making.‎ The Dirty Dozen ‎ Lee Marvin, playing an officer who thinks and acts independently, is appointed to train twelve prisoners, most of whom have been sentenced to death, to go on a suicide mission to kill several Nazi generals. If any of the men makes it back, they may get a pardon. This is one ‎ of the most popular war movies ever made.‎ Platoon ‎ This famous war movie is the fictional account of a platoon(排) in Vietnam that is divided into two competing groups. The plot is partly based on the director Oliver Stone's real life experience.‎ Midway ‎ This is probably the most famous war movie ever made about navy. It's based on the battle between Japanese and American aircraft carrier groups near Hawaii in World War II that resulted in a decisive American victory.‎ ‎ 6. What are the most important themes of the movies mentioned above?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ World War II and the Vietnam War.‎ ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ Competitions in the Vietnam War.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ Fights between Nazi generals and soldiers.‎ ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ D-Day landing and the Normandy attack.‎ ‎ 7. The text is meant to  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ describe five most famous movie posters ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ choose the best war movie among the five ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ introduce five masterpieces of American films ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ celebrate the success of the five American films ‎ 8. What can we infer from the underlined sentence?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ The prisoners will be punished if they fail.‎ ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ The prisoners might be willing to have a try.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ The prisoners might be scared and run away.‎ ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ The prisoners have to take Nazi generals back.‎ 参考答案： 6. A 7. C 8. B ‎ ‎[三]‎ ‎ About Lanoxin ‎ Lanoxin is derived from the leaves of a digitalis plant. It helps make the heart beat stronger and with a more regular rhythm. Lanoxin is used to treat congestive(充血的) heart failure. Lanoxin is also used to slow the heart rate in patients with chronic atrial fibrillation, a heart rhythm disorder of the atria(心房).‎ ‎ Who is for?‎ ‎ Who can take Lanoxin:‎ ‎ ● People whose hearts beat disorderly.‎ ‎ ● People who need to slow the heart rate.‎ ‎ Who should NOT take Lanoxin:‎ ‎ ● Women who are pregnant, my be pregnant, or may become pregnant. Lanoxin may harm your unborn baby.‎ ‎ ● Women who are breast-feeding. Lanoxin can pass into your breast milk and may harm your baby.‎ ‎ ● People with kidney disease.‎ ‎ ● People with a recent history of heart attack. ‎ ‎ Lanoxin side effects ‎ Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:‎ ‎ ● fast, slow, or uneven heart rate;‎ ‎ ● bloody or black, tarry stools;‎ ‎ ● blurred vision, yellowed vision; or confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior.‎ ‎ Less serious Lanoxin side effects may include:‎ ‎ ● mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;‎ ‎ ● feeling weak or dizzy;‎ ‎ ● headache;‎ ‎ ● enlarged breasts in men; or ‎ ● mild skin rash.‎ ‎ HOW to take Lanoxin ‎ DO:‎ ‎ Take Lanoxin as prescribed by your doctor. ‎ ‎ Try to take the medication at the same time every day. ‎ ‎ Measure it with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup.‎ ‎ Don't:‎ ‎ Do not you miss a dose (一剂 ). If so and next dose is less than 12 hours away, skip the missed dose. Take next dose at regular time.‎ ‎ Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.‎ ‎ Do not stop taking Lanoxin without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse.‎ ‎10. The author introduces Lanoxin to  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ tell people how to treat uneven heart rate ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ present a new report on medicine ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ direct how to take the medicine regularly ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ give information about a kind of medicine ‎11. What is NOT a major function of Lanoxin?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ To help make the heart beat stronger.‎ ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ To treat congestive heart failure.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ To improve unhealthy diet.‎ ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ To slow the heart rate.‎ ‎12. Lanoxin is beneficial for  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ women who are pregnant ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ women who are breast-feeding ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ women with kidney disease ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ women with congestive heart failure ‎13. Which is a serious side effect?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ Uneven heart rate.‎ B.‎ ‎ Feeling weak.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ Enlarged breasts in men.‎ D.‎ ‎ Mild skin rash.‎ ‎14. If you missed a dose and you will take the next dose in 11 hours, you should  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ take the next dose in larger amount ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ take the medicine immediately ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ take the next dose later ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ take the next dose at your regular time 参考答案：‎ ‎10. D11. C12. D13. A14. D ‎[四]‎ Venus, the Wildest Adventure in 3016!‎ A trip to the moon, to Mars? You are out. Venus (金星) is your choice! Our spaceship carries you there at the speed of light!‎ Amazing Venus Facts Temperature range: ALWAYS about 450 degrees Celsius. Great for barbecues!‎ Seasons: No seasons. Always visit during best season!‎ Gravity strength: 0.91 of Earth’s gravity. Makes you lighter and more alive than ever!‎ Water: NONE. All boiled away.‎ Day length: 1 day＝243 Earth days. Longest days in solar system, so fun never ends!‎ Rate of turning: 0.002 km/second. Turns in opposite direction of the earth, so able to see sun rise in the west and set in the east.‎ Year length: 1 year＝224.7 Earth days or 0.62 of an Earth year.‎ Rate of revolution: 35.03 km/second.‎ Atmosphere：‎ ‎△Very thick.‎ ‎△96% carbon dioxide, 3% nitrogen, and 0.1% water vapor.‎ ‎△Can’t support life: Suffocating carbon dioxide, thick clouds of sulfuric acid, and gases create greenhouse effect so very hot and no water.‎ ‎*Your Accommodations*‎ ‎◎You will travel on a hightech rocket ship that will transport you from Earth to Venus in a mere 2.4 minutes by traveling at the speed of light. This trip will cost only $750,000.‎ ‎◎Our two hotels are very luxurious and are super strong，allowing you to lie on the ground without being crushed by the pressure of the atmosphere. They are called Venus Heaven and Rocket Palace，and the cost to stay is only $200 per night. You'll get your money’s worth at these two hotels，receiving free meals every day.‎ To hook a trip，call 1－800.‎ 语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文，介绍了3016年组织的一次到金星的冒险旅行并介绍了金星的一些情况。‎ ‎1．What would you see if you faced east on Venus?‎ A．The rising sun.　　　 　B．The circling earth.‎ C．The setting sun. D．The full moon.‎ 解析：选C　细节理解题。根据Amazing Venus Facts部分第六段第二句可知，在金星上面向东方可以看到日落。故C项符合题意。‎ ‎2．During the trip to Venus, you would pay nothing for ________.‎ A．service B．food C．the spaceship D．the hotel 解析：选B　细节理解题。根据Your Accommodations部分第二段最后一句可知，在去金星旅行期间，你的食物不需要付费。故B项符合题意。‎ ‎3．Which section of a magazine is the text from?‎ A．Fashion circle. B．News report.‎ C．Modern art. D．Future world.‎ 解析：选D　文章出处题。根据文章的题目Venus, the Wildest Adventure in 3016！可知，这次旅行发生在一千年之后，由此可推知，这是未来的事情。故D项符合题意。‎ ‎[五]‎ Ecofriendly Car Racer Can you image a car racer is so ecofriendly that its tyres are made from potatoes, its body is created from hemp (大麻) and rapeseed oil and it runs on fuel made from wheat and sugar beet? The oneseater racing car called Eco One is built by experts from Warwick University, who hope that Eco One will be adopted by the automotive industry. It is sold at ￡ 41,000.‎ Pollutionsensitive Dress Don’t be caught outside unaware of pollution levels in the air. The pollutionsensitive EPA Dress by Stephanie Sandstrom notices pollution in the air accordingly. This dress — which is actually quite ‎ pretty — looks like you pull it from the bottom of the dirty laundry pile when the air is dirty. It might protect your health by advising you to stay indoors for the day, but it won’t do you any favor if you’re meeting with clients.‎ Ecofriendly Umbrella Traditional umbrellas come with a fixed surface. Although it’s changeable, you cannot replace it easily.This ecofriendly design is more flexible.It’s actually only an umbrella skeleton without any surface, which can be folded, so you can put anything such as newspapers, plastic bags or whatever you want to serve as the protecting surface.‎ Ecofriendly Moss (苔藓) Carpet It’s said that walking on fresh grass increases your blood circulation. The Moss Carpet, created by Nguyen La Chanh, looks at getting the grass to your feet. The mat includes ball moss, island moss and forest moss. The humidity (湿度) of the bathroom makes sure that it grows well. And that’s why you need to place it there and not anywhere else.‎ 语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了四款环保型科技产品。‎ ‎4．According to Paragraph 1, we can find Eco One ________.‎ A．can seat one passenger and one driver B．is mainly made from some kinds of plants C．can’t be afforded by the public at present D．will take the place of the traditional car industry 解析：选B　推理判断题。根据第一段的第一句可知，Eco One 是主要由植物制成的环保型产品，故选B。‎ ‎5．Why is EPA Dress designed?‎ A．To advise people to stay at home as often as possible.‎ B．To make women look pretty even in the polluted air.‎ C．To stop people from meeting their clients if necessary.‎ D．To keep users informed of the polluted levels in the air.‎ 解析：选D　细节理解题。根据第二段中的“The pollutionsensitive EPA ‎ Dress by Stephanie Sandstrom notices pollution in the air accordingly.”可知，EPA Dress有助于让使用者了解到空气的污染程度。故选D。‎ ‎6．Compared with traditional umbrellas, the Ecofriendly Umbrella ________.‎ A．is changeable B．can be folded C．hasn’t any surface D．is made of newspapers 解析：选C　细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Traditional umbrellas ... It’s actually only an umbrella skeleton without any surface, which can be folded”可知答案。‎ ‎7．Where does the text probably come from?‎ A．A personal blog.‎ B．A health report.‎ C．An official document.‎ D．A science report.‎ 解析：选D　文章出处题。文中主要介绍了四款环保型科技产品，故可推知其最有可能摘自科学报告。‎ ‎[六]‎ EP Portable Heater We all know that the cost of heating our homes will continue to be significant burden on the family budget. Now millions of people are saving on their heating bills with the EP portable heater. With over one million satisfied customers around the world, the new EP heats better and faster, saves more on heating bills, and runs almost silent.‎ The EP has no exposed heating parts that can cause a fire. The outside of the EP only gets warm to the touch so that it will not burn children or pets.‎ The EP will not reduce oxygen in the room. With other heaters you’ll ‎ notice that you get sleepy when the heat comes on because they are burning up oxygen.‎ The advanced EP also heats the room evenly,_wall to wall and floor to ceiling. It comfortably covers an area up to 350 square feet. Other heaters heat rooms unevenly with most of the heat concentrated to the center of the room. And they only heat an area a few feet around the heater. With the EP, the temperature will not vary in any part of the room.‎ The EP comes with a 3year warranty (保修) and a 60day satisfaction guarantee. If you are not totally satisfied, return it at our expense and your money will be given back to you. Now we have a special offer for 10 days, during which you can enjoy a half price discount and a free delivery. If you order after that, we reserve the right to either accept or reject order requests at the discounted price.‎ Take action right now!‎ 语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一种新型的便携式取暖器。与其他取暖器相比，它有很多优点。‎ ‎8．What is mainly discussed in Paragraph 2?‎ A．The safety of the EP.‎ B．The heat of the EP.‎ C．The appearance of the EP.‎ D．The material of the EP.‎ 解析：选A　段落大意题。根据第二段可知，这种取暖器不会引起火灾，不会烫伤孩子和宠物，显然是在谈它的安全性。故选A项。‎ ‎9．From the passage, we can learn that the EP ________.‎ A．runs without any noise B．doesn’t burn up oxygen C．makes people get sleepy fast D．is unsuitable for children and pets 解析：选B　细节理解题。根据第三段第一句“The EP will not reduce oxygen in the room.”可知，这种取暖器不会消耗室内的氧气。故选B项。‎ ‎10．The underlined word “evenly” in Paragraph 4 probably means “________”．‎ A．continuously　　　 　B．separately C．equally D．quickly 解析：选C　词义猜测题。根据第四段可知，此处把新型取暖器和其他产品进行对比，它可以在墙面之间、从地面到天花板把整个房间都加热，不像其他产品，只加热附近的小片区域。因此可以推断，此处应该是指“均匀地”加热整个房间。故选C项。‎ ‎11．The main purpose of the passage is to ________.‎ A．compare the functions of different heater brands B．advise people to save on heating bills C．report the new development of portable heaters D．persuade people to buy the product 解析：选D　推理判断题。根据整篇文章可知，这是一个广告，目的是介绍产品的优点，并向读者推销该产品。最后两段是在说服人们去购买此产品。故选D项。‎ ‎[七]‎ Donating blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a big difference in the lives of others. The donation process from the time you arrive until the time you leave takes about an hour. The donation itself is only about 8－10 minutes on average. The steps in the process are：‎ Step 1: Registration ‎1．Our staff and volunteers will sign you in and go over basic eligibility (资格) and donation information.‎ ‎2．You will read information about donating blood, and will be asked to show a donor card, driver’s license, or other form(s) of ID.‎ Step 2: Health History & MiniPhysical ‎1．You will answer some questions during a private and confidential interview about your health history and places you have ‎ traveled.‎ ‎2．We will check your temperature, pulse, blood pressure and hemoglobin (血红蛋白) level present in a sample of blood.‎ Step 3: The Donation ‎1．We will clean an area on your arm and insert a brand new clean needle for the blood draw. This feels like a quick pain and is over in seconds.‎ ‎2．The actual donation takes about 8－10 minutes, during which you will be seated comfortably. Certain donation types, such as platelets (血小板) or red cells can take up to 2 hours.‎ ‎3．When approximately a pint of blood has been collected, the donation is complete and a staff person will place a bandage on your arm.‎ Step 4: Refreshments ‎1．After donating, you should have a snack and something to drink in the refreshments area. You can leave the site after 10－15 minutes and continue with your normal daily activities.‎ ‎2．Enjoy the feeling of accomplishment knowing that you have helped save lives.‎ 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍献血的四个步骤：登记、询问，检查健康情况，献血及献血之后的恢复。‎ ‎12. Which of the following can be a proper title for the passage?‎ A．The process of blood donation B．The benefits of blood donation C．The importance of blood donation D．The preparations for blood donation 解析：选A　标题归纳题。通读全文可知，本文中心句为第一段最后一句“The steps in the process are”；且由下文四个步骤可知，本文主要介绍献血的四个步骤。故选A。‎ ‎13．During the Registration, a blood donor will be asked to ________.‎ A．go over his basic donation information B．show something to prove his identity C．answer some questions about his health history D．have his temperature and blood pressure checked 解析：选B　细节理解题。根据Step 1: Registration部分第二点可知，在登记的时候，献血者会被要求出示相关证件来证明自己的身份。故选B。‎ ‎14．What is the right order of the events in Step 3?‎ a．clean an area on the donor’s arm b．let the donor sit comfortably c．place a bandage on the donor’s arm d．draw the blood e．insert a needle A．a, b, d, e, c　　　 　B．b, a, c, e, d C．c, b, a, e, d D．b, a, e, d, c 解析：选D　事件排序题。根据Step 3: The Donation部分的内容并结合常识可知，献血的顺序为：让献血者坐下→清洁献血者胳膊上某个地方→插入干净的针头→进行抽血→抽血之后用绷带包扎献血者的胳膊。故选D。‎ ‎15．What should one do after donating blood?‎ A．Eat and drink something.‎ B．Leave the site immediately.‎ C．Take exercise right now.‎ D．Return to work after two days.‎ 解析：选A　细节理解题。根据Step 4: Refreshments部分第一点第一句可知，献血之后献血者应该吃点东西并且喝点东西。故选A。‎ ‎[八]‎ ‎ 1. You will grow as a person ‎ When you travel the world, you have the opportunity to experience different cultures and meet new people. It is inevitable that through these experiences you will learn a lot about yourself. Who you are as a person and what you want out of life might very well change.‎ ‎ 2. Freedom ‎ You will enjoy a much greater sense of freedom when no one is able to tell you what to do. You are the boss. You decide where you want to go, what you want to do and how long you want to stay.‎ ‎ 3. Simplicity ‎ You will discover how much better life can be when you live it simply. No phone, email, TV, job, schedule, bills to pay; just you, your surroundings and your mind. Perfection.‎ ‎ 4. Food, Glorious Food ‎ You will have the chance to taste food from all corners of the globe. That sure beats the fast food culture in this country. Do you like eating Chinese, Thai or Indian food? You will enjoy the food even more when you eat it from the place it originated.‎ ‎ 5. Nature ‎ Instead of looking out your office window to see a hundred skyscrapers staring back at you, you will get the chance to see the world in all its natural beauty. See the deserts of Africa or the jungles of the Amazon with your own eyes instead of looking at a still image in a book.‎ ‎ 6. Become Street Smart ‎ You might already be book smart but add street smart to your persona then there's no stopping you; it’s a killer combination. Travelling teaches you many of life's lessons and you will gain pearls of wisdom along your journey; from being able to barter, to knowing when you are trying to be conned, there are many things new places can teach you.‎ ‎ 6. The underlined word "inevitable" in the first paragraph refers to  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ impossible to avoid B.‎ ‎ out of the question ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ previously mentioned D.‎ ‎ possible to prevent ‎ 7. Simple life might be less likely a life without  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ much freedom B.‎ ‎ using phone ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ checking email D.‎ ‎ bills to pay ‎ 8. According to the passage, traveling the world can make you  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ enjoy natural beauties but taste bad food ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ enjoy fast food and man-made beauties ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ have indirect image about the destinations ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ enjoy local dishes and natural beauties ‎ 9. If you want the killer combination, you should grasp  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ many of life's lessons along your journey ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ pearls of wisdom along your journey ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ enough book and street knowledge ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ how to barter with strangers ‎10. What's the title of the passage?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ Ways to Travel the World ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ Aims to Travel the World ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ Destinations to Travel the World ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ Reasons to Travel the World 参考答案：‎ ‎6. A 7. A 8. D 9. C 10. B ‎[九]‎ Pros:‎ ‎ ● Meet and interact with more people.‎ ‎ ● Going where you want to go, when you want to go, with whomever you want to go with.‎ ‎ ● Allows you to find your own travel techniques (as opposed to going with a tour group).‎ ‎ Cons:‎ ‎ ● Traveling alone (24/7) can be scary at times.‎ ‎ ● Must overcome any shyness you may have in order to meet other people.‎ ‎ ● Deciding where you want to go and what to do once you are there requires more effort on your part than letting someone else make all or most of the decisions.‎ ‎ ● Forces you to show your independence (this can be a pro if you think being independent is important and possible for your level of emotional growth).‎ ‎ For Your Information: I traveled solo during my three month trip to Europe and I had an excellent time. I wouldn't want to travel any other way, for this kind of travel offered me so much freedom. Keep in mind that this advice is coming from someone who is relatively shy and had never traveled anywhere alone before going to Europe.‎ ‎ Traveling with a companion or companions ‎ Pros:‎ ‎ ● You always have someone to talk to/consult with.‎ ‎ ● You can share food, clothing, housing, etc to reduce your expenses.‎ ‎ ● You will have someone take your picture in front of the Eiffel Tower.‎ ‎ ●You may find a friend who can support you or share your joy and sadness forever.‎ ‎ Cons:‎ ‎ ● Being with the same person/people 24/7 can be very annoying.‎ ‎ ● Group travel can be risky (people can take all your money, cheat you, etc.).‎ ‎ ● Memories of your trip may may be constant fighting over where to go and what to see, etc.‎ ‎ ● Traveling as group can be intimidating to other travelers because groups are likely to be exclusive(排斥) and may make it more difficult to meet other people.‎ ‎16. What kind of people are suitable to travel solo?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ People good at making decisions.‎ ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ People with an independent quality.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ Those with many travel techniques.‎ ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ Those who want to enjoy much freedom.‎ ‎17. Which is NOT the benefit that traveling with a companion can bring?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ Develop a life long friendship.‎ ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ Save money.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ Learn some photographing techniques.‎ ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ Reduce loneliness.‎ ‎18. The travel mentioned in the passage, whether solo or with a companion, lasts  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ a month B.‎ ‎ a week C.‎ ‎ half a month D.‎ ‎ a whole day ‎19. The underlined word "intimidating" probably means  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ attractive B.‎ ‎ not easy to understand ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ safe D.‎ ‎ not easy to approach ‎20. Group travel can be risky because  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ you can't depend on someone else all the time ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ it is boring to talk to the same companions all the time ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ you can't express your own opinions freely ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ you don't share the same interest as your companion 参考答案：16. D 17. C 18. B 19. D 20. A ‎[十]‎ Planning a trip to Japan? No doubt you've planned visits to key attractions in Tokyo, Osaka, or other major cities. Good, they'll be worth the trip ‎ and any major city can offer more enjoyable sites than you'll have time to see. A number of travel agencies can provide lists of hotspots for incredible shopping, nightlife and fine dining unlike any other place on earth. Even if it's Japan's ancient culture you seek, shrines and castles within a city like Tokyo will educate and enlighten you. So what could be missing from such a fabulous vacation? Getting off the beaten path as they say, that's what.‎ ‎ Having traveled in large cities, small towns and the rural countryside, I feel compelled to share a few thoughts, and maybe a few precautions with first-time visitors to Japan. My first thought... get out of town, but keep reading before taking my advice. If you wish to have a true cultural experience then nothing beats visiting small towns where tour buses don't stop. Driving your own car is the only way to go here. There are rental car companies in Japan which specialize in servicing tourists. Don't worry about driving on the "wrong side" as you'll quickly become used to it.‎ ‎ Precautions: You'll need to take a "personal adventure level" reading before embarking on this trip. Unless you speak some Japanese, communication will be very limited. Carry a pen, paper and map at all times. Most Japanese do not speak conversational English. This is especially true once you leave the cities behind. Lodging, dining and even getting gas will take more effort. Imagine driving through the rural US and speaking no English, how would you get along? I spoke no Japanese whatsoever when I first drove about the country and did fine. It was challenging but just as rewarding. I do recommend that others learn some Japanese first. It would be so much easier. Mitake Japan mountains in Autumn. ‎ ‎ Benefits: I guarantee that if you travel for even a short time in the rural country, you will have stories unmatched by any friends who stayed on guided city tours. The best part is—I can't tell you what they'll be. Do stop at local restaurants and points of interest. Do make an effort ‎ to communicate with those around you. You will find that as a whole the Japanese are very friendly and welcoming to foreign visitors. There will be exceptions but not many. Along your country journey you'll find people who have never met a foreigner and have many questions for you, shops selling items you have never seen and restaurants with short menus serving true and affordable Japanese food. It's the people you'll meet (if you make an effort) that you'll most remember.‎ ‎21. For whom is the passage written?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ Visitors who want to do shopping in Japan.‎ ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ Visitors who want to enjoy nightlife in Japan.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ Visitors who want to learn about Japanese culture.‎ ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ Visitors who want to enjoy natural beauty in Japan.‎ ‎22. How can you visit small towns in Japan?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ By tour bus.‎ B.‎ ‎ By car.‎ C.‎ ‎ On foot.‎ D.‎ ‎ By bike.‎ ‎23. To make your visits to small towns pleasant, you are advised to  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ choose a better travel agency ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ read as many books about Japan as possible ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ learn about some rules for lodging and dining ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ learn some Japanese to make communication easier.‎ ‎24. The underlined sentence suggests that the travel in the rural country  .‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ will bring you many unexpected surprises ‎ ‎ B.‎ ‎ will be interesting with a guide leading you ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ is often well planned and organized ‎ ‎ D.‎ ‎ will make sure you get the best service ‎25. Which word can NOT be used to describe the Japanese people in the countryside?‎ ‎ ‎ A.‎ ‎ Friendly.‎ B.‎ ‎ Curious.‎ ‎ ‎ C.‎ ‎ Badly-educated.‎ D.‎ ‎ Simple.‎ 参考答案：21. C22. B23. D24. A25. C