外研版高考英语一轮复习必修31Module1知能演练（有答案）+关于流行的作文：那些羽毛鲜亮的鸟儿 阅读理解A(2018x沙高三期中)About Edinburgh CastleEdinburgh Castle plays an important role in Scotlands capital. During the Wars of Scottish Independence the castle changed hands many times. In 1314 it was retaken from the English in a sudden night attack by Thomas Randolph, nephew of Robert the Bruce.The castle was home to kings and queens. Queen Margaret died here in 1093, and Mary, Queen of Scots, gave birth to James VI in the royal palace in 1566. From the 1600s onwards the castle was a military(军事的) base. Later it also held prisoners of war. Parts of the castle are still a military base, but it is now a worldfamous visitor attraction.Opening HoursThe castle opens daily at 9：30 am. Closing time varies seasonally.1 April30 September：It closes at 6 pm.1 October31 March：It closes at 5 pm.The castle is closed on 25th and 26th December. On January 1st it is open from 11 am. to 5 pm. and normal hours start from January 2nd.Last admission is 1 hour before closing.Ticket Types and PricesBeat the queues and book ahead online using our web store for fasttrack entry at no extra cost. Members do not need to queue at the ticket office, and simply need to show their card at Visitor Information.PricesAdult(1659 years) 16.50Child(515 years) 9.90Special(60years and unemployed) 13.20Children under 5 years old go free. They must be accompanied by an adult.Guided ToursA guided tour is included in your ticket priceour guides love sharing their stories.They are experienced, knowledgeable and are always happy to answer questions, so its a great way to discover the castles amazing past. Guided tours take place throughout the day and the meeting point is through the Portcullis Gate past the audio booth by the clock.【解题导语】该文主要介绍了去爱丁堡城堡游览的相关事宜。1What can be inferred about Edinburgh Castle from the text?AIt was used as a prison in the 1 500s.BIt now works only as a tourist attraction.CIt was the birthplace of Queen Margaret.DIt was once owned by nonScottish people.D解析：推理判断题。根据第一部分的“In 1314 it was retaken from the English in a sudden night attack by Thomas Randolph, nephew of Robert the Bruce.”可知，爱丁堡城堡曾经被英国人占领和控制，故选D。2When can visitors visit Edinburgh Castle on New Years Day?A4 pm.6 pm.B3 pm.5 pm.C10 am.12 am. D9 am.11 am.B解析：细节理解题。根据第二部分的“On January 1st it is open from 11 am. to 5 pm. and normal hours start from January 2nd.”可知，新年这天可以参观爱丁堡城堡的时间是上午11点到下午5点，结合选项可知选B。3How much should jobless Jack and his twin grandchildren aged 5 pay in all to visit Edinburgh Castle?A 13.20. B 16.50.C 33.00. D 36.30.C解析：推理判断题。结合题干并根据第四部分关于门票的价格可知，应该付的数目是13.29.9233.00，故选C。4What does the text say about guided tours of Edinburgh Castle?AThey cost no extra money.BThey are provided only at certain times.CQuestions arent welcomed during them.DThey are provided only at the Portcullis Gate.A解析：细节理解题。根据最后一部分的“A guided tour is included in your ticket price”可知，导游的费用包含在票价里，不需要花费额外的钱，故选A。B(2018x川高三检测)Crossing your legs is an extremely common habit; most people dont even notice that theyre doing it when they sit down. While you may find it comfortable to sit with one knee crossed over the other, it might be causing health problems that you are not aware of.A study published in Blood Pressure Monitoring stated that sitting with your legs crossed can increase your blood pressure. The reason for this is that the blood in your legs has to work against gravity to be pumped back to your heart and that crossing one leg over the other increases resistance, making it even harder for the blood to circulate. This causes your body to increase your blood pressure to push the blood back to the heart. You wont feel any immediate effects, but repeated, drawnout increases in blood pressure can cause longterm health issues. So, planning to sit for a long period of time? Dont keep your legs crossed.“Crossing your legs at the knee can also cause pressure on the major nerve in your leg that passes just below your knee and along the outside of your leg，” explains Richard Graves, a medical expert. This pressure can cause numbness and temporary paralysis(麻痹) of some of the muscles in your foot and leg, preventing you from being able to raise your anklewhat we know as that “pins_and_needles” sensation. While the feeling of discomfort may only last a minute or two, repeatedly crossing your legs until they feel numb can cause permanent nerve damage.So next time you sit down, try to get yourself in the habit of sitting with both of your feet on the floor. Not only will it help your posture and stability, but it will also save your health in the long run.【解题导语】本文是一篇科普说明文。研究表明，虽然跷二郎腿是常见的习惯，但是该习惯会引起血压的升高，还会导致膝盖以下的重要神经受损。所以不要跷二郎腿，要有正确的坐姿。5What can we learn about crossing ones legs?AIt is a very bad social habit.BIt is usually practiced deliberately