III.閱讀(共兩節(jié),滿分40分)
第一節(jié) 閱讀理解(共15小題;每小題2分,滿分30分)
閱讀下列短文,從每題所給的A、B、C和D項(xiàng)中,選出最佳選項(xiàng),并在答題號(hào)上將該項(xiàng)涂黑。
Living an Adventurous Life
Nearly ten years ago, I was told that I had
a brain tumor (瘤),
and this experience changed my attitude about adventure forever. I thought that
I was going to die and that all my adventures were over. I did not have a brain
tumor, it turned out, but rather multiple sclerosis (多發(fā)性硬化癥), which meant that,
although they were not over,the nature of my adventures could have to change.
Each morning that I wake up is a fresh
event, something that I might not have
had. Each gesture that I make carries the
weight of uncertainty and demands significant attention: buttoning my shirt,
changing a light bulb, walking down stairs. I might not be able to do it this
time. If I could not delight in them, they would likely drown me in anger and
in self-pity.
I admire the grand adventures of others. I
read about them with interest. With Peter Matthiessen I have hiked across the
Himalayas to the Crystal Mountain. I have walked with Annie Dillard up, down,
into, and across Tinker Creek in all Seasons. David Bain has gone with me along
110 miles of Philippine coast, and Ed Abbey has
rowed me down the Colorado River, I enjoy
the adventures of these courageous figures, who can strike out on difficult
trips - 2 miles, 250 miles, 3000 miles - ready to bear cold and tiredness -
indeed not just to bear but to celebrate.
But as for me, I can no longer walk very
far from the armchair in which I read. Some days I don't even make it to the
backyard. And yet I'm unwilling to give up the adventurous life, the difficulty
of it, even the pain, the anxiety and fear, aud the sudden brief lift of spirit
that makes a hard journey more attractive.
I refine adventure, make it smaller and
smaller. And now, whether I am moving on my hands and knees across the dining
room to help my cat, lying wide-eyed in the dark battling another period of
sadness, gathering flowers from the garden, meeting a friend for lunch, I am
always having the adventures that are mine to have.
41. What happens to the author after her
illness?
A. She has a fear of medical
treatments. B. She travels to places she has dreamed.
C. She can't take care of herself any
longer D. She is not drowned in anger and self-pity.
42. Why does the author admire the people
mentioned in paragraph 3?
A. Because they write popular
novels. B. Because they are great adventurers.
C. Because they are famous
geographers. D. Because they struggle with hardship in life
43. The author ends the article with a
feeling of______
A. sadness B.
sacrifice C.
security D. satisfaction
44. What does "adventurous life"
in the title mean to the author?
A. The struggles of great people against
difficulties.
B. Her concern about giving up certain
activities.
C. Her adapting to the situation with an
illness.
D. The exciting traveling experience of
others.
45. What conclusion can we draw from the
passage?
A. Travel can enrich a person's life.
B. Reading is an activity that a patient
enjoys most.
C. A positive attitude can improve a
difficult situation.
D. A person's ability can be improved
through reading.