河北安平中学实验部高一年级英语学科寒假作业2019年2月11日 第一部分 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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AWelcome to Glass of Venice, the number one importer and retailer of authentic Murano Glass in the US and one of the top names among Murano Glass retailers worldwide. We work directly with artisans (工匠) from Murano, Italy to bring you the unique centuries old art rooted in tradition and skill. Every item is handcrafted with passion using ancient techniques that made Murano glassmakers world-famous since the 8th century. Now you neednt make a trip to Murano to own an authentic piece of art as beautiful as Venice itself.At the time of mass-produced products that carry no special meaning, Murano Glass gives you an opportunity to express your individuality. Every piece is unique.Murano Glass is 100% handcrafted in Venice. Be a part of the centuries-old Venetian tradition!A piece of the artisans heart and soul is captured in every Murano Glass creation. Crafting Murano Glass jewelry, vases, sculptures and other functional and decorative pieces is a complicated process from silica, minerals, water, and fire. Venetian artisans create masterpieces. The techniques they use are centuries old, and artisans have been trained for many years in their fathers and grandfathers, workshops before they can attain a revered status of the true master of the craft.Murano Glass masters are not just artisans; they are artists. Ever since Murano glassmakers guild (公会) was established on this Venetian island in 1291, they have been innovating, seeking new methods of creating glass, and pushing forward to express new philosophies and artistic visions through glass. This made Murano Glass get its own art form, and it has been recognized at international expositions and top art museums and galleries worldwide. Today the famous glass masters working on Murano Island are first and foremost artists, and Glass of Venice is proud to offer artistic masterpieces from top Murano glass workshops.21. What can be inferred about Murano Glass?A. It is made by using modern machines. B. Every piece is made in the US.C. Every piece has a special style. D. It was designed in the 8th century.22. The underlined word “revered” in Paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to “ ”.A. considerate B. relieved C. complex D. respected23. What were Murano Glass masters devoted to doing according to the text?A. Exploring ways to develop the creation of glass.B. Exporting Murano Glass to many foreign countries.C. Building art museums to show the beauty of Murano Glass.D. Creating a special art form to express their philosophies of life.24. What is the authors attitude to Murano Glass masters works?A. Critical. B. Admirable. C. Cautious. D. Aggressive.BToday we think of Abraham Lincoln as a great leader. What most of us dont know is that he was a well-known humorist and storyteller in his day.Lincoln learned to tell jokes and stories from his father. When Lincoln became a lawyer, he used his jokes and stories to gain the good will of the jury (陪审团), and more than once his opposing lawyer would complain to the judge that Lincolns stories were irrelevant and distracting (转移、分心) to the jury. The trouble for them was that Judge David Davis loved Lincolns jokes more than anyone else in the court room.As a politician, Lincoln made excellent use of his humorous stories. His long time political opponent Stephen A. Douglas complained that “Nothing else not any of his arguments or any of his replies to my questions disturbs me. But when he begins to tell a story, I feel that I am to be overmatched.” More than once Douglas and other political opponents of Lincolns saw their well presented arguments forgotten by the audience after Lincoln followed up their speeches with a homely story.As the responsibilities of the office of President became greater and heavier, Lincoln used humor to find relief. He wanted to reduce the stresses in himself and those around him. One of Lincolns neighbors told that one day, he saw Lincoln walking past with two young shouting boys. “Whats the matter, Mr. Lincoln?” the neighbor asked. “The same thing thats the matter with the whole world,” Lincoln answered. “I have three walnuts, and each one of them wants two of them.”One cannot truly appreciate Lincoln without understanding his humorous side. He used his jokes and stories both for the purpose of winning over his audience and relieving the pressure he experienced as President during the terrible Civil War.25. When Lincoln was a lawyer, what was his purpose of telling jokes and stories?A. He wanted to satisfy the judges desire for jokes.B. He wanted to distract his opposing lawyer.C. He wanted to relieve his pressure. D. He wanted to impress the jury.26. What might be Douglas attitude towards Lincolns humorous stories?A. Appreciative. B. Annoyed.