问题 阅读理解

根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

     It's not that hard to be a better writer. Seriously, it's especially true if you're starting as a non-writer

who's just trying to be competent for day-to-day tasks.

     1. Have a structure. 1_____ Your body should consist of paragraphs that are grouped according to

topic, each one dealing with a single element of your subject.

     2. 2_____ When you say a car runs "fast", don't leave it at that. Show me how fast it is by detailing

the vehicle's top speed and acceleration, along with listing other cars it leaves in the dust. Do the same

with every other significant modifier (修饰语) you use.

     3. Don't pad words. 3_____ Most of the time, this ends up turning what's essentially nice writing into

unreadable nonsense. You'll see this with heavy use of unnecessary adjectives and adverbs, along with

useless phrases that can easily be cut off without losing meaning.

     4. Choose good words. Sometimes, the way your text reads comes down to word choice. Don't say

"converse" when you can say "speak"; don't write "adjudicate" when you say "decide". 4_____ 

     5. Use a writing software. Notice that we didn't give any advice on grammar. That's because using

a quality proofreading software can help you on that end. 5_____

A. Try not to use adjectives and adverbs without providing an explanation.

B. Don't let anything keep you from it!

C. Many inexperienced writers tend to pad words to meet word count goals.

D. Regardless of what you do, your writing should have an introduction and a conclusion.

E. Basically, put your words to good use and find words that will make the experience easier for your readers.

F. Some ideas can be quite correct.

G. Sure, a few mistakes might slip in now and then, but a good tool will take care of most of them.

答案

1-5 DACEG

阅读理解

My father had always been an alert(警觉的) observer of human character. Within seconds of meeting someone, he could sum up their strengths and weaknesses. It was always a challenge to see if any of my boyfriends could pass Dad’s test. None did. Dad was always right---they didn’t pass my test either. After Dad died, I wondered how I’d figure it out on my own.

That’s when Jack arrived on the scene. He was different from any other guy I’d dated. He could sit for hours on the piano bench with my mother, discussing some composers. My brother Rick loudly announced that Jack wasn’t a turkey like the other guys I’d brought home. Jack passed my family’s test. But what about Dad’s?

Then came my mother’s birthday. The day he was supposed to drive, I got a call. “Don’t worry,” he said, “but I’ve been in an accident. I’m fine, but I need you to pick me up.”

When I got there, we rushed to a flower shop for something for Mom. “How about gardenias?” Jack said, pointing at a beautiful white corsage(胸花). The florist put the corsage in a box.

The entire ride, Jack was unusually quiet. “Are you all right?” I asked. “I’ve been doing a lot of thinking,” he said. “I might be moving.” Moving? Then he added, “Moving in with you.” I nearly put the car on the sidewalk. “What?” I asked. “I think we should get married,” he said. He told me he’d planned his proposal in a fancy restaurant, but after the accident, he decided to do it right away. “Yes,” I whispered. We both sat dumbfounded, tears running down our cheeks. I’d never known such a tender moment. If only Dad were here to give his final approval.

“Oh, let’s just go inside.” Jack laughed. My mother opened the door. “Happy Birthday!” we shouted. Jack handed the box to her. She opened it up. Suddenly, her eyes were filled with tears. “Mom, what’s wrong?” I asked. “I’m sorry,” she said, wiping her eyes. “This is only the second gardenia corsage I’ve ever received. I was given one years ago, long before you kids were born.” “From who?” I asked. “Your father,” Mom said. “He gave me one right before we were engaged.” My eyes locked on Jack’s as I blinked away(眨掉) tears. Dad’s test? I knew Jack had passed.

小题1:According to the text, we know the writer’s father was __________.

A.interested in observing things around

B.good at judging one’s character

C.strict with her boyfriend

D.fond of challenges小题2:What is the main idea of Paragraph 2?

A.Jack got the family’s approval except Dad’s.

B.Jack was different from any other boy.

C.Jack was getting on well with Mother.

D.Jack knew a lot about piano.小题3:The underlined word “proposal” in Paragraph 5 means __________.

A.piece of advice

B.wedding ceremony

C.celebration of birthday

D.offer of marriage小题4:On hearing “moving in with you”, the writer felt          .

A.pleased

B.worried

C.surprised

D.disappointed小题5:Why did the writer’s mother cry?

A.The gift was the same as the one her husband gave her.

B.She had never received such a beautiful gift.

C.Her daughter found her life partner at last.

D.The gardenia corsage was too expensive.

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