课时跟踪练(一) Introduction & Reading Pre reading.阅读理解AFrench cuisine is extremely diverse, with only the Chinese having similar variety in their food. This variety is supported by the French passion for good food in all its forms, Frances extraordinary range of different geographical conditions and climates that support the local production of many types of ingredients (原料), and Frances long and varied history. In many ways, an understanding of the culture of French food is an understanding of France itself.Meals range from the very basic, such as the traditional baguette (棍子面包), cheese and inexpensive wine, to very elaborate meals that can include a dozen dishes and different wines consumed over several hours. Obviously, the latter type of dining is hardly used by most people. However, it is this dining that is typically found in “French restaurants” outside France, giving many foreigners the mistaken impression that French food is heavy and complicated. In fact, much of the French cuisine is fairly simple, relying on highquality fresh ingredients and loving preparation.Almost all the famous French dishes are regional specialties. The French Mediterranean uses olive oil, herbs and tomatoes in many of its dishes. The cuisine of northwest France uses butter, soured cream and apples. The cuisine of northeast France has a strong German influence which includes beer and sauerkraut (泡菜). Throughout the south in general there tends to be more use of vegetables and fruit (in part due to the favorable climate)Any discussion about the influences on French cuisine would be incomplete without recognizing the historical contribution of Italy to the development of French cooking. In 1533, Catherine De Medicis (a Florentine princess) married a French prince. At this point, France was not known for its food. Catherine brought many Italian chefs with her to France, who introduced to France a variety of dishes, food preparation and dining practices. Although France and Italy obviously have evolved very different food cultures, much of Frances current food culture can be traced back to this time.1Which of the following statements is NOT true?AChinese cuisine is full of variety.BFrance has different climates.CFrance has a long history.DFrench cuisine lacks variety.解析：选D细节理解题。从第一段的“French cuisine is extremely diverse, with only the Chinese having similar variety in their food.”可知D项描述错误。2In France, a meal that includes a dozen dishes and different wines _.Ais often consumed by average peopleBcan only be found in restaurantsCis not common among most peopleDis considered to be simple by most people解析：选C推理判断题。从第二段的“Obviously, the latter type of dining is hardly used by most people.”可知C项正确。3What is the third paragraph mainly about?AFeatures of food in different parts of France.BTable manners in different parts of France.CWhat influenced the development of French cuisine.DHow French cuisine affects local culture.解析：选A段落大意题。第三段主要描述了法国不同地区的美食的特点。4We can learn from the last paragraph that _.AItalian food is more complicated than French foodBItalian food culture is still influencing French foodCFrench food was not as famous around the 1530s as it is nowDFrench food is more famous than Italian food解析：选C推理判断题。从最后一段的“At this point, France was not known for its food.”可知C项正确。BOver 100 years ago, German immigrants (移民) first started selling hot dogs at places like Coney Islands Nathans Famous. This is the place where hot dogs were first sold in America, but then something interesting happened. People began making their own hot dogs, and people of every region put its unique things on the snack. So what are Americas best hot dogs?On our search for Americas best hot dogs, we kept an eye out for places with a unique style of hot dogs. We made sure of considering online reviews from locals as well as the quality of the ingredients (作料). We also considered the entire experience, from driving up to the restaurant or stand to placing your order to taking that first bite.We sorted through dozens of hot dog stands and restaurants in search of the best in America. In order to be included, the vendor needed to have a trademark (商标) dog, with toppings that add something extra. For example, Bens Chili Bowl in Washington,DC. doesnt only have a trademark frank (the halfsmoke), but it also has a trademark topping (chili). It is thought highly of by locals and professional eaters alike, and eating there is a great experience. For these reasons, its high on our list.Sadly, there were some famous stands that didnt_make_the_cut. While the original Nathans Famous in Coney Island might very well be the most wellknown hot dog stand in America, it didnt win a place on our best American hot dog list.The stands that serve the best hot dogs are those ancient stands that have been serving the same exact product day in and day out for many