湖北省高考英语复习专题训练16_高考复习指南

湖北省高考英语复习专题训练16

　　51.A.pick up B.remind of C.search through D.refer to

　　52.A.seen B.got C.left D.thrown

　　53.A.made B.written C.underlined D.designed

　　54.A.dropped B.appeared C.rolled D.showed

　　55.A.year B.date C.moment D.day

　　第三部分：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）

　　阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

　　Most people agree that the direct, assertive(过分自信的) American personality is a virtue, but it sometimes surprises foreigners. In many cultures, respect for older people or those in positions of authority keeps others from expressing their true feelings. But in the U.S, children often argue with their parents, students may disagree with their teachers, and citizens may express opposition to the actions of the government. If the soup has a fly in it or the

　　meat is too tough to chew, the diner can complain to the waiter, if the boss makes a mistake, an employee will politely point it out.

　　Some straight talk about the American character must include the admission that Americans have their faults. The extremely competitive nature of Americans is probably their worst fault. Of course, competition isn’t always bad. As a matter of fact, it promotes excellence by encouraging individuals and businesses to try to do their best. But the desire to get ahead of others sometimes causes people to do things that are unkind and even dishonest. Also, Americans admire what is practical, fast, efficient, and fresh. Sometimes they fail to understand and appreciate practices that have greater respect for more traditional, leisurely ways of doing things. On the other hand, people from other cultures may dislike the practical, challenging American lifestyle.