英语试题 第二部分阅读理解 共两节 满分40 分 第一节 共 15 小题 每小题 2 分 满分 30分 阅读下列短文 从每题所给的A B C和 D四个选项中 选出最佳选项 A Given Europe s high concentration of gorgeous big cities and world class art museums it is easy to completely overlook the continent s abundance of small quiet villages and towns However if you are after relaxation peaceful country walks beautiful architecture and opportunities for cultural appreciation on your next trip across the pond consider cutting down some of your city time and head out to a village instead Here are four of the most charming villages in Europe along with our top picks for places to stay in each Eze in Cota D Azur France Set on a hilltop overlooking the Mediterranean Sea the Provencal township of Eze is easily one of the most picturesque spots in the region It is largely a tourist destination and many of its buildings date back to the Middle Age In fact Eze is particularly popular with couples seeking romantic solitude Hotel pick Chateau de la Chevre Baden Baden in Wurttemberg Germany Germany s best known spa town Baden Baden in the Black Forest of Baden Wurttemberg has been a popular spot for soaking in mineral rich waters off and on since the Roman era And while spa treatments and hot springs are still among the most popular draws for tourists there are also plenty of museums gardens performing arts venues and charming old buildings and churches Hotel pick Hotel Belle Epoque Montepulciano in Tuscany Italy Spread over a hilltop nearly 2 000 metres above sea level the Tuscan village of Montepulciano offers gorgeous Renaissance architecture as well as opportunities to visit wine companies Surrounded by strong walls dating back to the 14th century the village features a handful of churches and public squares Hotel pick Etruria Resort Oia in Santorini Greece Oia is undoubtedly the most charming village on the beautiful Greek island of Santorini This oft photographed cliffside town is best known as a sunset viewing spot but it is fantastic any time of day thanks to its abundance of typical whitewashed structures topped with blue domes plus its fabulous views out onto the Aegean Sea Hotel pick Hotel Aspaki 21 Which village will newly married couples most possibly choose to spend their honeymoon A Oia B Baden Baden C Montepulciano D Eze 22 The visit to Montepulciano will be different from to other three because A you can appreciate Renaissance architecture B you can enjoy a beautiful sunset view C you can have a spa treatment D you can overlook Mediterranean Sea 23 You probably find this passage in A TimesB National GeographicC Readers DigestD Economist B In my career as an educator and health care provider I have worked with numerous children infected with AIDS The relationships that I have had with these special kids have been gifts in my life They have taught me so many things but I have especially learned that great courage can be found in the smallest of packages Let me tell you about Tyler Tyler was born infected with HIV his mother was also infected From the very beginning of his life he was dependent on medication to enable him to survive When he was five he had a tube surgically inserted in a vein 血管 in his chest This tube was connected to a pump which he carried in a small backpack on his back Medications were fastened to this pump and were continuously supplied through this tube to his bloodstream At times he also needed extra oxygen to support his breathing Tyler wasn t willing to give up one single moment of his childhood to this deadly disease It was not unusual to find him playing and racing around his backyard wearing his medicine backpack All of us were surprised at his pure joy in being alive and the energy it gave him Tyler s mom often teased him by telling him that he moved so fast that she needed to dress him in red That way she could quickly spot him This terrible disease eventually wore down Tyler He grew quite ill and unfortunately so did his HIV infected mother When it became apparent that he wasn t going to survive Tyler s mom talked to him about death She comforted him by telling Tyler that she was dying too and that he would be with him soon in heaven A few days before his death Tyler signed me over to his hospital bed and whispered I might die soon I m not scared When I die please dress me in red Mom promised she s coming to heaven too I ll be playing when she gets there and I want to make sure she can find me 24 What does the writer think of his her work according to Paragraph 1 A It s impressive B It s regretful C It s funny D It s meaningless 25 What happened to Tyler when he was five A He was infected with HIV B He was operated on C He received a gift D He became seriously ill 26 How did the writer feel when seeing Tyler playing joyfully A Light hearted B Encouraged C Terrified D Amazed 27 What can be inferred from the boy s last words A He was grateful for the writer s kindness B He felt sorry for his mom s death C His mother had a deep affection for him D He missed the