【文章內(nèi)容簡介】 ntine39。s. Another legal site, Avvo. , reports a 40% increase in those seeking information and advice about divorce in the period right after Valentine39。s Day.There39。s a very large number of people who are considering the divorce all the time, deciding whether or not to file, said Richard Komaiko, a cofounder of AttorneyFee. On Valentine39。s Day, this thing is carefully considered. Komaiko said February has factors other than the holiday that could lead to an increase in divorces. January is the busiest month of the year for bankruptcy (破產(chǎn)) filings, highlighting the financial problems that often divide couples. In addition, the cold weather of February can keep couples that are having trouble indoors and closer to each other, adding to problems. But Alton Abramowitz, president of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, believes the holiday itself often worsen the relationship for couples who are having trouble. There39。s always the clients who e in a day or two after saying 39。I can39。t believe it. I made this beautiful dinner for my husband for Valentine39。s Day, but he called to say he was stuck in the office and then didn39。t e home at all.39。 Abramowitz said, the day can create problems that lead to them finally getting caught.（1）What makes Valentine39。s Day convey the meaning opposite to love and romance? A.Valentine39。s Day won39。t bring people love and romance.B.Many divorce filings change the nature of Valentine39。s Day.C.Couples having troubles tend to break up after Valentine39。s Day.D.Divorce lawyers dislike the atmosphere of Valentine39。s Day.（2）According to the study made by AttorneyFee. , divorce filings are ________. A.occurring most after the new yearB.less connected with Valentine39。s DayC.more likely to be handled onlineD.at the height of popularity in February（3）People intending to divorce may make use of Valentine39。s Day to ________. on the divorce legal action negotiations the divorce aside（4）According to Komaiko why do divorces grow in number in February? financial problems and cold weather may bring more problems. the long winter holiday makes couples hard to get through. the husband is too busy with work to spend the day with his wife. Valentine39。s Day gets couples into financial trouble.【答案】 （1）C（2）D（3）A（4）A 【解析】【分析】本文是一篇說明文，情人節(jié)本該是愛和浪漫的日子，但是在2月份，離婚申請增加，咨詢離婚律師的人也增多。除了假期的原因之外，每年1月份是申請破產(chǎn)最忙的一個月，夫妻之間出現(xiàn)財務問題；2月份寒冷的天氣讓夫妻在室內(nèi)呆的時間更長，這些都增加了提出離婚申請的機率。 （1）考查細節(jié)理解。根據(jù)第一段中的“people who were unhappy with their marriages heading into the day often decide that they no longer want to be with the one they used to love”可知，情人節(jié)本該是關(guān)于愛和浪漫的日子，但是在情人節(jié)那天因為那些對自己的婚姻感到不愉快的人往往會決定不再想和他們曾經(jīng)愛過的人在一起，在情人節(jié)后分手。因此推斷有問題的夫婦在情人節(jié)之后往往會分手。故選C。 （2）考查推理判斷。根據(jù)第二段中的“February is the busiest month of the year for divorce filings, up about 18% from the average month. And those seeking referrals for a divorce lawyer on the site increase 38% following the holiday, with the biggest rise on the day after Valentine39。s ”2月份是一年中提交離婚申請最忙的月份，比平均月份增長了約18%。而那些在網(wǎng)站上尋求離婚律師推薦的人在假期后增加了38%，這是情人節(jié)后的最大漲幅，可知，2月份在情人節(jié)后提交離婚申請達到高峰期。故選D。 （3）考查推理判斷。根據(jù)第四段中的“There39。s a very large number of people who are considering the divorce all the time, deciding whether or not to file 和On Valentine39。s Day, this thing is carefully considered”可知，有很多人一直在考慮離婚。在情人節(jié)的時候，可以慎重考慮是否提交離婚申請。故選A。 （4）考查推理判斷。根據(jù)第五段中的“January is the busiest month of the year for bankruptcy (破產(chǎn)) filings, highlighting the financial problems 和 the cold weather of February can keep couples that are having trouble indoors and closer to each other, adding to problems”可知，2月份離婚率增加有兩個原因： 一月份是一年中申請破產(chǎn)最忙的一個月，凸顯了夫妻間的財務問題；2月的寒冷天氣讓有問題的夫妻呆在室內(nèi)時間更長，距離更近，從而增加了問題。故選A。 【點評】本題考點涉及細節(jié)理解和推理判斷兩個題型的考查，是一篇社會現(xiàn)象類閱讀，考生需要準確掌握細節(jié)信息，并根據(jù)上下文進行邏輯推理，從而選出正確答案。5．閱讀理解 England continues to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. London in particular is one of the most visited cities and draws people in with its appeal, history and pubs. England39。s smaller cities, like Bath and Oxford, are equally as attractive with a lot of culture and fewer crowds. Liverpool, birthplace of The Beatles, has a rich musical history. The countryside has wonderful natural beauty. Here are some tips on traveling in England. Free museums—Public museums offer free admission in every city throughout England and the UK. It39。s a great way to learn about the country39。s most influential artists and history, and spend a rainy day without paying a cent. Book early—Book all transportation well in advance, even if you don39。t plan to use it. Fares can be around 163。 2 with a little planning. The Megabus not only runs buses but also provides trains throughout England and is the best choice for cheap travel throughout the country. Pub food—Eating in England can be quite expensive, but for good cheap and filling meals, visit the local pubs, where you cam get a good meal for less than 163。10. Besides, the pubs are a great way to meet people! Get a Taste of UK card—The taste of the UK card offers up to 50% off at selected restaurant. You don39。t need to be an English to get the card, and you needn39。t pay the first month39。s membership fee, which is perfect for most travelers. Take a free walking tour—Many major cities in England offer free walking tours. They usually last a few hours and are a great way to see the city.（1）Compared with London, Oxford is ________. A.more charmingB.less crowdedC.larger in sizeD.richer in history（2）Why are visitors advised to eat in local pubs? A.The food there is sold at a low price.B.It is likely to meet famous stars there.C.The service provided there is excellent.D.There is a friendly but quiet atmosphere there.（3）What do we know from the text? A.All museums in the UK are free of charge.B.The best way to travel around England is by bus.C.Free walking tours are available in most big cities in England.D.The taste of UK card holders can enjoy discounts at all restaurants.【答案】（1）B（2）A（3）C 【解析】【分析】本文是一篇說明