1、高考英语阅读解题专项之推理判断题集训九2021高考英语阅读解题专项之推理判断题集训（九）（A）Maggie was very glad that James was not a frequent visitor to the house. In the childrens opinion, they had something that they couldnt explain or understand about him and that excited their imagination. He stirred Maggies anger, however, so that she of
2、ten said to her husband, “Its a mercy that your brother doesnt come often.”In fact James came once a year, unexpectedly, around eight oclock in the evening, and he stayed for six hours of close discussion with his brother. His arrival was a signal to the children that their bedtime would be delayed.
3、 Not that he ever spoke to them or played with them. He took no notice of them, as if he were unable to see children, at least until the time came for him to go. Indeed, after his first greeting and a careless kiss, James took no notice of Maggie either, except to add, “Youll be getting on with the
4、supper, Maggie.” Such was his regard for her.Maggie paid him back in her own way. She kept the children up, the four of them, to keep her company, she said, but of course they sang and made a noise and broke the endless sound of James voice. Very late, they dropped off to sleep in their chairs. Then
5、, when James was about to go, Maggie woke them up and so more or less forced him to part with four shillings before he left. That gave her some satisfaction, for James, though rich, was unwilling to give or share what he had. He always went home taking the last train, just after two oclock.Maggies c
6、hildren secretly stared at their uncle. They could not forget that he had, in their mothers words, “lost two wives and taken a third”. They wondered about those two unfortunate, lost ladies. They asked each other what their fates had been, and if neither could ever be found again. James never brough
7、t his third wife with him nor ever mentioned her. The children decided that he must be so frightened of losing her that he never allowed her outside the door.1.Maggie never prepared anything special for James because .A.he was a man difficult to pleaseB.she never knew when he was comingC.she was too
8、 busy looking after her childrenD.he never stayed long enough for a meal 2.What do we know about James behaviour?A.He was a kind man, with love for the family.B.He was unselfish, especially with his brother.C.He was anxious to please the family, especially the children.D.He was rude to his sister-in
9、-law.3.Maggie felt pleased when .A.she paid James the money that she owed himB.James gave some money to the childrenC.she had to wake James up to catch his trainD.James thanked her for the nice supper答案1.B细节理解题。根据第二段中的In fact James came once a year, unexpectedly可知答案为B。2.D推理判断题。根据第二段中的.except to add,
10、 “Youll be getting on with the supper, Maggie.” Such was his regard for her.可知他对Maggie的态度不是很友好,故答案为D。3.B推理判断题。根据第三段中的Maggie woke them up and so more or less forced him to part with four shillings before he left. That gave her some satisfaction可知答案为B。（B）I work at a grocery store in Montreals Plateau
11、neighbourhood, which gets a lot of regulars. On March 12, the Quebec government announced to close all public places to stop the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.The next day the store was the busiest Ive ever seen. The six cash registers had to be kept open from 10 a.m. until it was closed. It wa
12、s nuts. I didnt have time to eat lunch, and whenever one of us on cash had to use the bathroom, wed have to bring in a co-worker off the floor to cover for us.Since then, the atmosphere in the store has been different. Customers are mostly considerate, but whenever someone coughs or sneezes, everyon
13、e turns around to make sure that person sneezes into their elbow. Ive even seen customers come in wearing some strange get-ups. One guy even came in with a plastic Walmart bag wrapped around his entire head, with a slit cut out for his eyes.A lot of my co-workers have left to avoid a public-facing j
14、ob during the pandemic. Grocery store workers across Canada are putting their health at risk every time they come in to work, but a lot of us are still making close to the minimum wage. I realize that I feel more exhausted than normal even though Im working the same hours.There still have been some
15、moments of kindness in the midst of the chaos. Ive overheard people talking on the phone who sounded as though they were organizing grocery deliveries for those stuck at home. And this past weekend a very nice lady thanked us for continuing to work. I know everyone is worried, but its useless having
16、 the same scary conversations day after day. Instead, tell us a funny anecdote, or about something nice. Well appreciate the distraction, and youll make our day just a bit brighter.1.What does the author intend to show by “It was nuts.” in paragraph 2?A.The goods were in short supply.B.The store was
17、 having a big sale.C.The cashiers complained about their work.D.The locals rushed to go shopping like crazy.2.What does paragraph 3 convey about customers?A.They like to shop here in disguise.B.They are panicky about the disease.C.They are more friendly to each other.D.They have taken proper prevent
18、ive measures.3.Which of the following best describes the author?A.Optimistic.B.Talented.C.Ambitious.D.Efficient.4.What is the best title for the text?A.It is not work but worry that killsB.Helping others is helping ourselvesC.Moments of kindness shine in a time of chaosD.Here is what its like workin
19、g in the pandemic答案1.D推理判断题。根据第二段第一、二句“The next day the store was the busiest Ive ever seen. The six cash registers had to be kept open from 10 a.m. until it was closed.”可知,第二天杂货店顾客爆满,作者用这样的表达就是为了说明人们面对疫情惊慌失措、蜂拥而至前来购物的混乱场景。故选D项。2.B推理判断题。根据第三段第一句“Since then, the atmosphere in the store has been diffe
20、rent.”可知,疫情暴发后,整个杂货店里的气氛都变了,结合本段给出的人们对咳嗽、打喷嚏的人很敏感以及用购物袋包住头部都不难看出,人们对于疫情是感到恐慌的。故选B项。3.A推理判断题。根据最后一段的第一句“There still have been some moments of kindness in the midst of the chaos.”和最后一句“Well appreciate the distraction, and youll make our day just a bit brighter.”可知,作者处在新冠肺炎疫情的紧张气氛下,还是比较冷静的,也能关注到周围发生的一些
21、美好的事情,同时对关心自己的人表示感激,应该是比较积极乐观的。故选A项。4.D主旨大意题。根据第一段可知,作者身为杂货店的工作人员,本文讲述的就是在新冠肺炎疫情下她在杂货店工作过程中的所见所闻,D选项符合文章主要内容,适合作为标题。故选D项。（C）Mama and I spend mornings cleaning up the dirt that blows into our house.Mama says all the dust is due to the drought.The dirt covers everything.It covers our clothes.We have t
22、o wash the dishes before each meal.We rarely drive the truck because Papa fears the dust from the road will ruin the motor.When my sister,Faye,and I walk to school we wear kerchiefs over our mouths so we dont breathe in the dirt.On days when the air is so bad that they close the school,we stay at ho
23、me and help Mama put wet sheets over the windows.But the dirt always finds a way in.Last Sunday,there was no dirt in the air,only bright spring sunshine and a clear blue sky.After lunch,Papa headed out to the field to check on the cattle while I played with Faye in the yard.The temperature suddenly
24、dropped.I looked to the west and saw a huge black cloud of dust.All the birds flew away.“I must warn Papa,”I thought to myself.To avoid her panicking,I gently told Faye to go back inside where she would be safe,and then headed off to the field.The storm hit so fast,and in an instant the day turned i
25、nto night.By the time I entered the cow field the fine sand was whipping across my face.I screamed for Papa,hoping my voice would lead him back.The dirt and sand stung my skin like a thousand bees.Although I was terrified,I refused to turn back.My dad was stranded and needed my help.Covering my face
26、 with one hand,I groped my way toward the truck and opened the door.First I tried turning the trucks lights on and off,hoping that Papa would see them flashing,but the sandstorm let no light escape.Then I pushed the horn again and again,so Papa would hear it.I pushed until I had no more strength in
27、my arms.Suddenly,Papas face appeared at the window.My heart leaped with surprise and relief.He opened the door and climbed onto the seat next to me.He then pulled me into his arms and said,“Oh,Iris,you saved me!”Finally,the wind subsided and the dust began to settle.Dirt was piled up to the window o
28、n one side of the truck and halfway up the door on the other.Papa kicked the door,opening it far enough to let us out.Sand and soil drifts were everywhere,but we were safe.1.What is the main function of the first two paragraphs?A.It describes a problem the characters must solve.B.It establishes the
29、setting where the story takes place.C.It introduces the characters that are related to the story.D.It explains the motivations for the characters later actions.2.Why did Papa go to the field that Sunday?A.He was trying to get to his truck.B.He needed to prepare the field for harvest.C.He wanted to m
30、ake sure the cattle were fine.D.He planned to bring the cattle in before the storm.3.How did Iris save her father?A.By warning him to run away. B.By turning on the trucks lights.C.By guiding him towards the shelter. D.By screaming his name at the top of her voice.4.Which of the following words best
31、describe Iris?A.Brave and calm. B.Experienced and confident.C.Adventurous and careful. D.Fearless and sympathetic.1.B推理判断题。下文讲述了作者的英勇事迹,而第一、二段讲述的是该故事发生之前的天气状况,旨在给故事提供背景,故选B项。2.C细节理解题。根据第三段第二句“After lunch,Papa headed out to the field to check on the cattle.”可知,父亲那个周日去牧场是为了核实牛的情况是否正常,故C项正确。3.C细节理解题。根据
32、第五段中的“First I tried turning the trucks lights on and off,hoping that Papa would see them flashing,but the sandstorm let no light escape.Then I pushed the horn again and again,so Papa would hear it.”可知,作者通过不断地闪车灯和按喇叭的方式引导父亲来卡车这个临时庇护处躲避沙尘暴,故选C项。4.A推理判断题。根据第三段尾句以及第五段描述的作者尝试各种方式将父亲引到车里躲避可知,作者是冷静的;根据第五段第二、三句可知,尽管作者很害怕,但她还是冲进沙尘暴去帮助父亲,由此可知作者是勇敢的,故A项正确。（D）Erik Kobayashi-Solomon spent a day with Dr.Paul Gauthier,a plant physiologist specializing in vertical(垂直
