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【小题1】What kind of people will probably answer this advertisement?
| A．High school graduates preparing to have at-home training. |
| B．College students preparing to study for a degree. |
| C．College students preparing to work in some big companies. |
| D．High school graduates preparing for college entrance examination. |
| A．doing full-time learning at school |
| B．working in some big famous companies |
| C．studying in their spare time |
| D．studying abroad for two years |
| A．By visiting the office on weekdays. |
| B．By sending an e-mail. |
| C．By making a call on weekdays only. |
| D．By sending a letter not later than today. |
【小题1】A
【小题2】C
【小题3】B
解析试题分析：本文介绍了一种名叫Harcourt的培训课程。文章介绍课程设置的内容，课程时间安排和联系方式等。
【小题1】细节题。根据With Harcourt, you can study at home和! Even if you have no experience before, you can get valuable job skills in today’s hottest fields可知回应这个广告的应该是想在家接受培训的人，故A正确。
【小题2】细节题。根据Harcourt Learning Direct offers you a way to get a Specialized Associate Degree in 11 of today’s growing fields – without having to go to college full-time. With Harcourt, you study at home, in your spare time说明人们可以在空余时间学习获得Specialized Associate Degree ，C正确。
【小题3】推理题。根据文章最后一行E-mail: harcourt@learning.com说明通过邮件与他们进行联系，故B正确。
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黄冈创优卷系列答案科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
You do not need every word to understand the meaning of what you read. In fact, too much emphasis (强调) on separate words both slows your speed and reduces your comprehension.
First, any habit which slows down your silent reading to the speed at which you speak or read aloud, is inefficient. If you point to each word as you read, or move your head, or form the words with your lips, you read poorly. Less obvious habits also hold back reading efficiency (效率). One is "saying" each word silently by moving your tongue or throat; another is "hearing" each word as you read.
These are habits which should have been outgrown long ago. The beginning reader is learning how letters can make words, how written words are pronounced, and how sentences are put together. Your reading purpose is quite different, which is to understand meaning.
It has been supposed that up to 75% of the words in English sentences are not really necessary for expressing the meaning. The secret of silent reading is to find out those key words and phrases which carry the thought, and to pay less attention to words which exist only for grammatical completeness.
An efficient reader can grasp the meaning from a page at least twice as fast as he can read the page aloud. He takes in a whole phrase or thought unit at a time. If he “says" or "hears" words to himself, they are selected ones, said for emphasis.
【小题1】This passage is mainly about ______.
| A．improving eye movement |
| B．reading more widely |
| C．changing poor reading habits |
| D．reading as fast as you can |
| A．improves comprehension |
| B．increases reading speed |
| C．gives too much emphasis |
| D．reduces reading efficiency |
| A．to understand all the words |
| B．to make fewer eye movements |
| C．to understand meaning |
| D．to understand the grammatical structures |
| A．move their eyes quickly |
| B．take in whole phrases or thought units |
| C．point at key words |
| D．read only important points for speed |
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科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
The computer keyboard helped kill shorthand---a system of rapid handwriting, and now it's threatening to finish off handwriting as a whole. When handwritten essays were introduced on the SAT exams for the class of 2011, just 15% of the most 1.5 million students wrote their answers in cursive (草写字母）.The rest? Block letters.
And those college hopefuls are just the first edge of a wave of US students who no longer get much handwriting instructions in the primary grades, frequently 10 minutes a day or less. As a result, more and more students struggle to read and write cursive.
At Keene Mill Elementary School in Springfield, all their poems and stories are typed. Children in Fairfax County schools are taught keyboarding beginning in kindergarten. Older students who never mastered handwriting say it doesn't affect their grades.
There are those who say the culture is at a crossing, turning from the written word to the typed one. If handwriting becomes a lost form of communication, does it matter?
It was at University of Virginia that researchers recently discovered a previously unknown poem by Robert, written in his unique script. Handwritten documents are more valuable to researchers, historians say, because their authenticity (真实性）can be confirmed. Students also find them more fascinating.
The loss of handwriting also may be a cognitive (认知的）opportunity missed. Several academic studies have found that good handwriting skills at a young age can help children express their thoughts better-a lifelong benefit.
It doesn't take much to teach better handwriting skills. At some schools in Prince George's County, elementary school students use a program called Handwriting Without Tears for 15 minutes a day. They learn the correct formation of manuscript letters through second grade, and cursive letters in third grade.
There are always going to be some kids who struggle with handwriting because of their particular neurological (神经系统的)wiring, learning issues or poor motor skills. Educators often point to this factor in support of keyboarding.
【小题1】What is the author concerned about after 2011 SAT exams?
| A．Keyboarding. | B．Shorthand |
| C．Handwriting. | D．Block letters. |
| A．prove how valuable handwriting is |
| B．explain what a famous poet he is |
| C．show how unique his poem is |
| D．stress how fascinating the documents are |
| A．the schools are responsible for the loss of handwriting |
| B．the loss of handwriting is a cognitive opportunity missed xKb 1.Com |
| C．it doesn't take much to teach better handwriting skills |
| D．the culture is turning from the written word to the typed one |
| A．Kindergarten. | B．Primary school. | C．High school. | D．College. |
| A．Devotion. | B．Encouragement. | C．critical. | D．Objective. |
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科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
There are quite a few advantages of wearing school uniforms. The idea may seem disagreeable at first, but considering all the positive effective coming from wearing uniforms you would be more likely to enjoy them.
Teachers love school uniforms because it helps provide an orderly learning environment. Having students dressed in uniforms may teach them how to present themselves in a neat（整洁的）and professional manner. It gives students the opportunity to learn how to dress like young ladies and gentleman. And they can focus their attention on academics rather than style.
Purchasing school uniforms is easy and needs less hesitation(犹豫) and consideration. No matter what the school’ s policy is, there are only specific essential(基本的) pieces to the wardrobe（服装） that are necessary, so it won’t break the bank. A few wardrobe items can last a long time. Parents could also enjoy an easy morning, as it will take less time to choose a set of clothes for the school day.
Students wearing uniforms will feel less pressure about what to wear or not to wear when their classmates are dressed similarly. Getting dressed before school becomes less of a chore when students are limited in their choices, so there shouldn’t be any trouble about choosing an outfit for the day and getting ready quickly. Some students may not like the lack of individuality(个性) with a uniform, but some school dress code policies may offer them the opportunities to show their unique styles.
Uniforms today are also becoming trendier and can be seen in many areas of pop culture. Celebrities and fashion designers are using uniforms as inspiration for new looks which also appeal to students.
【小题1】What would be the best title for the text?
| A．How to dress properly. |
| B．The history of school uniforms. |
| C．The advantages of school uniforms. |
| D．How to deal with pressure in school. |
| A．is just a tradition that students should follow |
| B．makes students feel less pressure in study |
| C．helps students put more effort into their studies |
| D．makes students lose their independence and identity |
| A．a school uniform doesn’t cost a lot of money |
| B．a school uniform should be worn every day |
| C．parents will have to go to the bank many times |
| D．parents who work in a bank can afford the uniform |
| A．are not popular with fashion designers |
| B．were not accepted by parents in the past |
| C．will be designed by students themselves |
| D．will be more fashionable in the future |
| A．negative | B．supportive | C．doubtful | D．unclear |
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科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
Among the Boys is a unique after-school program for boys living in the Highland Park neighborhood of our city. The organizational task is to provide males living in low-income and public housing with opportunities to discover their ability to change challenges into possibilities. The program includes an academic part as well as specific plans for supporting the overall development of the participants. Among the Boys uses painting as an instrument for helping boys examine their world, discuss it, and develop positive ways of handling the challenges they face daily. Young men present personal challenges to the group, such as a recent fight or the long-term drug abuse they observe in their neighborhood. After guided discussion, the youth work as a team, determining how to best represent the issue at hand in a painting. The resulting paintings and explanations of these paintings provided by the young people suggest that something profound(深远的) occurs through this process. These young men are learning a healthy way to express and cope with the pain and suffering they feel. Art serves as a healing process and a structured method of teaching teamwork, nonviolent values, conflict handling and problem-solving skills.
Activities in Among the Boys are in agreement with the best practices in the prevention of high-risk behavior. First, community-based youth development programs are considered important parts of a comprehensive prevention method, particularly in high-risk neighborhoods. Second, compensatory(补偿) education that targets at risk youth for academic failure is also considered an effective prevention method. Third, interventions(介入) aimed at improving youth’s moral reasoning, social problem-solving, and thinking skills are reported to be effective methods for reducing violence in high-risk populations, especially when carried out with elementary school-aged boys. Finally, Among the Boys has an adapted tutoring part, considered an effective prevention tool. Tutoring is typically a one-to-one match between a tutor and a youth, but Among the Boys employs what is referred to as “group tutoring.” Among the Boys makes up for its high student-tutor ratio(比例) with quality and quantity of time, as the program meets after school, on Saturdays, and all day during the summer, and is staffed primarily by males, an unusual quality among educational programs.
Among the Boys is rare and successful form of grassroots program, and represents the dream of a successful male who grew up in the Highland Park neighborhood and has returned to make a valuable contribution to his community.
【小题1】Which of the following most accurately describes the organization of the second paragraph？
| A．A theory is presented and proved with data. |
| B．A statement is made and supported with examples. |
| C．A problem is put forward and solutions are suggested |
| D．A situation is described and a prediction is provided |
| A．Art programs can promote painting but cannot prevent school failure. |
| B．Social problem-solving skills are not important for high school-age youth. |
| C．Most educational programs have some female staff members. |
| D．Teamwork produces better paintings than does independent work. |
| A．Among the Boys employs a traditional tutoring model |
| B．tutoring is effective only with elementary school-age boys |
| C．tutoring prevents the youth’s attention from wandering off |
| D．increased hours with a group can be as effective as a one-to-one tutoring relationship |
| A．sought contributions to make his program successful |
| B．designed the program for the same neighborhood in which he grew up |
| C．is seeking reelection for the Highland Park community school board |
| D．was a successful graduate of Among the Boys when he was a youth |
| A．forgiving | B．doubtful | C．praising | D．ignorant |
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科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
| Joshua, Helmut ,and Bethlehem Michelle O. Donovan ISBN 9781462058679 Life is not easy for nine-year-old Joshua during World War II. Because of his family’s Jewish background, they are sent to live in the concentration camps. Scared and alone, Joshua one day makes friends with a little mouse he calls Bethlehem who becomes his closest friend. | More Things in Heaven Bill Bosworth ISBN 9780595433582 In his More things in Heaven, Bill Bosworth presents the highlights of his 83 years of life, including his trips to India and the study of the writings of several great spiritual leaders. More Things in Heaven will appeal to anyone who insists on finding the deepest meaning for their existence based on their own experiences. | |
| Encourage Me! Inspirational Poetry Gloria Coykendall ISBN 9781412027854 It is an easy-to-read collection of poems originally written to encourage in faith and to be a cure for chronic depression… cure to strengthen identity and purpose. | ||
| Creation or Evolution Michael Ebifegha ISBN 9781450289023 Were humans created, or did they evolve? How old is the Earth? The debate between science and religion continues to be heated. In Creation or Evolution, Michael Ebifegha examines these two opposed world views within the structure of empirical science. | ||
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| Seeking the Edge Dr. Joseph L. Rose ISBN 9781462031795 Seeking the Edge provides the tools and techniques to find that edge in one’s life—driving readers to achieve success whether in your current job, finding a new job, in education, family, or even hobbies. | |
| A．Bill Bosworth. | B．Michelle O. Donovan. |
| C．Dr. Joseph L. Rose. | D．Gloria Coykendall. |
| A．9781462031795 | B．9781412027854 |
| C．9780595433582 | D．9781462058679 |
| A．Those who are searching for the meaning of life |
| B．Those who are trying to be spiritual leaders. |
| C．Those who study the art of writing |
| D．Those who like traveling abroad. |
| A．Seeking the Edge. |
| B．Creation or Evolution. |
| C．Joshua, Helmut, and Bethlehem. |
| D．More Things in Heaven. |
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科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
The National Library of Iceland is a reference library, which means books and other items in our collections cannot be browsed or borrowed, and must be ordered for consulation(查阅) in our reading rooms. The map below shows the location of the National Library. If you want to know more about our library, you can click on the link www. Nli.ie.
Opening Hours
| Location | Hours |
| Main & Manuscripts Reading Room, Kildare Street | Mon---Wed: 9:30am---7:45pm Thurs & Fri: 9:30am---4:45pm Saturday: 9:30am---12:45pm |
| Kildare Street Exhibitions | Mon---Wed: 9:30 am---7:45 pm Thurs & Fri: 9:30am---4:45 pm Saturday: 9:30 am-4:45 pm Sunday: 1---4:45 pm |
| National Photographic Archive, Temple Bar, Reading Room(appointment only) | Tues &Weds: 10 am---1 pm Thurs: 10 am---1 pm and 2:30---4 pm |
| NPA Exhibitions | Mon---Sat: 10 am---5 pm Sunday: 12-5 pm |
| A．Nassau Street | B．Kildare Street |
| C．Dawson Street | D．Dame Street |
| A．At 6:45 pm on Thursday. | B．At 10 am on Sunday. |
| C．At 9 am on Saturday. | D．At 5 pm on Monday. |
| A．②③ | B．①③④ |
| C．③④ | D．①②④ |
| A．It is not a lending library. |
| B．Reader’s tickets are valid for use in its reading rooms |
| C．There is no need to renew reader’s tickets after they expire. |
| D．Certain categories of material can only be viewed by appointment. |
| A．website | B．magazine |
| C．newspaper | D．advertisement |
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科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
Low-Cost Gifts for Mother’s Day
Gift No. 1
Offer to be your mother’s health friend. Promise to be there for any and all doctor’s visits whether a disease or a regular medical check-up. Most mothers always say “no need,” but another set of eyes and ears is always a good idea at a doctor’s visit. The best part? This one is free.
Gift No. 2
Help your mother organize all of her medical records, which include the test results and medical information. Put them all in one place. Be sure to make a list of all of her medicines and what times she takes them. “Having all this information in one place could end up saving your mother’s life,” Dr. Marie Savard said.
Gift No. 3
Enough sleep is connected to general health conditions. “Buy your mother cotton sheets and comfortable pillows to encourage better sleep,” Savard said. “We know that good sleep is very important to our health.”
Gift No. 4
Some gift companies such as Presents for Purpose allow you to pay it forward this Mother’s Day by picking gifts in which 10 percent of the price you pay goes to a charity(慈善机构). Gift givers can choose from a wide variety of useful but inexpensive things—many of which are “green” —and then choose a meaningful charity from a list. When your mother gets the gift, she will be told that she has helped the chosen charity.
【小题1】What are you advised to do for your mother at doctor’s visits?
| A．Fake notes. | B．Be with her. |
| C．Buy medicine. | D．Give her gifts. |
| A．Keeping her medical information together. |
| B．Buying all gifts for her from one company. |
| C．Making a 1ist of her medical check-ups. |
| D．Storing her medicines in a safe place. |
| A．In Gift No. 1. | B．In Gift No. 2. |
| C．In Gift No. 3. | D．In Gift No. 4. |
| A．enjoy good sleep | B．be well-organized |
| C．get extra support | D．give others help |
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科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
Chinese New Year for Kids
‘Chinese New Year for Kids’ is a full color paperback book with beautiful Chinese illustrations (插图). This is a hands-on workbook for parents and teachers, written for children from ages 3 to 12 years old, for use in the classroom or at home. Music, physical movement, art, and food all add to the atmosphere of taking an imaginary trip to China during the Chinese New Year.
| Author: Cindy Roberts |
| Date: 2002-10-01 |
| List Price: $ 9.95 |
| Price: $ 8.95 Buy it On Amazon.com |
| Author: Chris Van Allsburg |
| Date: 1985-10-28 |
| List Price: $18.95 |
| Price: $ 12.89 Buy it On Amazon.com |
| Author: Douglas Wood |
| Date: 2005-9-27 |
| List Price: $ 16.95 |
| Price: $ 11.53 Buy it On Amazon.com |
| Author: Kevin Lewis |
| Date: 2003-09-01 |
| List Price: $ 15.95 |
| Price: $ 6.38 Buy it On Amazon.com |
| A．is very popular with readers all over the world |
| B．is helpful to foreigners to travel to China. |
| C．helps readers to learn about Chinese culture |
| D．introduces a lot of outdoor activities. |
| A．30% | B．60% | C．40% | D．70% |
| A．offer us some advice on shopping |
| B．tell us some interesting stories |
| C．introduce some children’s books |
| D．compare some books’ information |
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