2016届山西长治高考英语二轮复习阅读理解精练（5）_高考复习指南

2016届山西长治高考英语二轮复习阅读理解精练（5）

　　C. Most people tend to be careless in forming their opinions.

　　D. Casual use of the word “opinion” often brings about quarrels.

　　9. According to the author, who of the following would be labeled as intolerant?

　　A. Someone who turns a deaf ear to others’ opinions.

　　B. Someone who can’t put up with others’ tastes.

　　C. Someone who values only their own opinions.

　　D. Someone whose opinion harms other people.

　　10. The new Ford cars are cited as an example to show that ________.

　　A. it is foolish to criticize a famous brand

　　B. one should not always agree to others’ opinions

　　C. personal tastes are not something to be challenged

　　D. it is unwise to express one’s likes and dislikes in public

　　11. Considered judgment is different from personal preference in that ________.

　　A. it is stated by judges in the court

　　B. it reflects public like and dislikes

　　C. it is a result of a lot of controversy

　　D. it is based on careful thought

　　8—11、

　　阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。

　　The fact that life isn’t fair doesn’t mean we shouldn’t do everything in our power to improve our own lives or the world as a whole. To the contrary, it suggests that we should. When we don’t recognize or admit that life isn’t fair, we tend to feel pity for others and for ourselves. Pity, of course, is a self-defeating emotion that does nothing for anyone, except to make everyone feel worse than they already do. When we do recognize that life isn’t fair, however, we feel compassion(热情) for others and for ourselves. And compassion is a heartfelt emotion that delivers loving-kindness to everyone it touches. The next time you find yourself thinking about the injustices of the world, try reminding yourself of this very basic fact. You may be surprised that it can persuade you out of self-pity and into helpful action.