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ink is on the one hundreddollar bill? It is Benjamin Franklin. Franklin was never elected president, but was one of the Founding Fathers. He was also a leading writer and printer, political thinker, politician, postmaster, scientist, inventor, civil activist, and diplomat. These American statesmen are on the front of the bills. The backs of the notes show images from nation39。s history or famous places. They are in order, the Great Seal of the United States, the signing of Declaration of Independence and the Lincoln Memorial. The others are the Treasury Building, the White House, the Capitol Building and independence Hall.(1)The design of the bills shows that Americans values their people39。s__________ . A.talents in many waysB.success in their careersC.inventions in new fieldsD.contributions to the country(2)For hundreds of years, those historic men on the bills fought for the nation39。s ____________. A.economy and powerB.independence and democracyC.wealth and successD.faith and glory(3)Which of the following might be the best title for the text? A.Men on the MoneyB.the Design of US BillsC.History on the MoneyD.the Story of US Bills【答案】 (1)D(2)B(3)A 【解析】【分析】本文是一篇說明文,介紹了各種面值的美元紙幣上偉大人物,以及他們對國家所做出的貢獻(xiàn)。 (1)考查推理判斷。文章在描述每一種面值的紙幣上的人物時,都著重描寫他們對國家的作用與影響,George Washington是第一任總統(tǒng),Thomas Jefferson獨立宣言的主要起草者,Abraham Lincoln結(jié)束內(nèi)戰(zhàn),廢除奴隸制,Alexander Hamilton第一個財政部長和開國元勛之一,Andrew Jackson支持大眾民主和個人自由,Benjamin Franklin開國元勛之一,從而可判斷美國人民看重的是偉人對這個國家做出的貢獻(xiàn)。故選D。 (2)考查推理判斷。根據(jù)第一段中的“President Washington has been called the ‘Father of his country.’;第二段中的“Jefferson was one of the most influential of the nation39。s Founding Fathers.”及下文對美元上其他人物的介紹可知,文章中提到的這些歷史上著名的人物,無論是獨立戰(zhàn)爭,美國內(nèi)戰(zhàn),還是獨立宣言的起草與簽署都反映出他們?yōu)闋幦业莫毩⑴c民主所做出的努力與犧牲。故選B。 (3)考查主旨大意。根據(jù)第一段中的“The picture of George Washington is on the onedollar third president of the United States, Thomas Jefferson, is on the twodollar bill.”及下文各段的段首句可知,本文主要描述了各種面值的美元紙幣上偉大人物,以及他們對國家所做出的貢獻(xiàn)。故選A。 【點評】本題考點涉及推理判斷和主旨大意兩個題型的考查,是一篇文化類閱讀,考生需要根據(jù)上下文的邏輯關(guān)系,進(jìn)行分析,推理,概括和歸納,從而選出正確答案。8.閱讀理解 The Art Institute of Chicago Visiting time The museum is open daily 10:30 am5:00 pm. The museum and its shops are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year39。s Day. Highlights of the Art Institute American Art Discover how artists have expressed the many aspects of the American experience through the rich variety of this collection. This tour might include the works of artists like Paul Revere, Winslow Homer, and Georgia O39。Keeffe. Impressionism: Monet, Degas, Renoir and More Learn about the color and excitement of late 19thcentury life as you view one of the most admired collections of French Impressionism in the world. Hidden Histories Hear stories about artists and their artworks that may be overlooked or underappreciated for one reason or another These could be very small or outoftheway works. For families with children With free admission for kids under 14 and Chicago teens under 18, the Art Institute is the perfect place for a creative outing with the whole family. Visit the Family Room in the Ryan Education Center, and introduce your children to the museum39。s collections with a variety of activities. Assemble (組裝)puzzles based on masterpieces in the museum, build architectural wonders with colorful blocks, and learn about art through stories and games. Food is available at an onsite cafe. (Outside food is not allowed to be brought in.)(1)What can visitors learn from Hidden Histories? A.The early stories of some famous artists.B.The artworks of some potential artists.C.Some stories about lessknown artists.D.Some artworks by famous creators.(2)What can children do in the Family Room? A.Practice storytelling skills.B.Decorate some masterpieces.C.Enjoy their homemade food.D.Take part in various activities.【答案】 (1)C(2)D 【解析】【分析】本文是一篇應(yīng)用文,介紹了芝加哥美術(shù)館的參觀時間、美術(shù)館的亮點、隱藏的歷史,同時還有針對有孩子的家庭的活動。 (1)考查細(xì)節(jié)理解。根據(jù)Hidden Histories部分中的“Hear stories about artists and their artworks that may be overlooked or underappreciated for one reason or another.”,參觀者可以了解到一些被忽視的、被低估的鮮為人所知的藝術(shù)家的故事和作品。故選C。 (2)考查細(xì)節(jié)理解。根據(jù)For families with children部分中的”…… introduce your children to the museum39。s collections with a variety of activities …“可知,在這里孩子們能參加各種各樣的活動。故選D。 【點評】本題考點涉及細(xì)節(jié)理解題型的考查,是一篇介紹類閱讀,考生需要準(zhǔn)確捕捉細(xì)節(jié)信息,并結(jié)合題目要求,從而選出正確答案。9.閱讀理解 Sales of Apple39。s new iPhone 11 in China began on Friday, but were met with a cooler reception from consumers than in previous years. Unlike in previous years, no long lines were seen outside Chinese shops on Friday for the new iPhone, and the product release only made the headlines in a few media outlets. Huawei unveiled(公布)its Mate 30 smartphone series on Thursday night. Its new devices have won consumers39。 hearts at home and abroad. Many pared it with Apple39。s new iPhone 11, saying that beats the new iPhone in terms of innovation and quality. One customer surnamed Zhao, an IT specialist who preordered a Mate 30 Pro on Friday, said that he chose Mate 30 without hesitation. Zhao said, It39。s obvious that Huawei39。s new p