增分强化练(五)阅读理解2完形填空(限时30分钟).阅读理解AChicago Botanic Garden EventsMidwest Fruit ExplorersMarch 31April 10, 1 pm4 pmThe Midwest Fruit Explorers presents this handson workshop with stepbystep instructions on how to graft (嫁接) and care for fruit trees.Midwest Daffodil (水仙花) Society ShowApril 2228, 10 am4：30 pmThe Midwest Daffodil Society Show features hundreds of daffodils on display that will be judged by the society.The show includes floral (花卉的) design and photography competitions.Ikebana International ShowMay 1119, 9 am3：30 pm (Saturday & Sunday only)The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging.Gardeners of the North Shore Show & SaleThe Gardeners of the North Shore host this annual show.June 2730, 9 am4：30 pmThis show includes a judged exhibition with more than 500 entries of anything a home gardener can grow, including flowers, vegetables, herbs (草本植物), and houseplants.Garden tours & tramsEnjoy a tram tour for an overview of popular areas.Return each season to experience different views.MembersNonmembersAdults$7$8Seniors$6$7Children (312 years)$5$6Children (2 and under)FreeFreeTenvisit pass$50$60Accessibility at the gardenService animalsService animals are welcome.No pets please.Electronic Convenience Vehicles (ECVs)They are available for rent in the Visitor Center on an unreserved, firstcome firstserved basis.The following fees apply: members: $15, nonmembers $20.ECVs will not be rented for indoor use.WheelchairsWheelchairs are available free at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center.Daily Hours: 8 am7 pmGarden View Caf： 8 am4 pmGarden Shop: 10 am4 pm 语篇解读本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四个展览的具体信息。1What can you do at Midwest Fruit Explorers?ADesign flower patterns.BLearn about tree planting.CTake part in its photography competition.DBuy some fruit at a good price.解析：细节理解题。根据Midwest Fruit Explorers这一标题下的“The Midwest Fruit Explorers presents this handson workshop with stepbystep instructions on how to graft and care for fruit trees.”可知，这个展览主要介绍了如何照顾和嫁接果树。故选B。答案：B2At which show can you enjoy traditional Japanese flowers?AMidwest Fruit Explorers.BMidwest Daffodil Society Show.CIkebana International Show.DGardeners of the North Shore Show & Sale.解析：细节理解题。根据Ikebana International Show这一标题下的“The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging.”可知，此展览主要是介绍日本花卉。故选C。答案：C3What service can visitors enjoy in the garden?AThey can rent ECVs for indoor use.BThey can visit the garden with their pets.CThey can have free coffee from 8 am to 4 pm.DThey can use free wheelchairs if they need to.解析：细节理解题。根据文章中“Wheelchairs are available free at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center.”可知，在游客中心可以免费使用轮椅。故选D。答案：DBOne morning more than thirty years ago, I entered the Track Kitchen, a restaurant where everyone from the humblest (卑微的) to the most powerful came for breakfast.I noticed an empty chair next to an elderly, unshaven man, who looked somewhat disheveled.He was wearing a wornout hat and was alone.I asked if I might join him.He agreed quietly and I sat down to have my breakfast.We cautiously began a conversation and spoke about a wide range of things.We never introduced ourselves.I was concerned that he might have no money and not be able to afford something to eat.So as I rose to go back to the counter and buy a second cup of coffee, I asked，“May I get you something？”“A coffee would be nice.”Then I bought him a cup of coffee. We talked more, and he accepted another cup of coffee. Finally, I rose to leave, wished him well, and headed for the exit.At the door I met one of my friends.He asked，“How did you get to know Mr.Galbreath？”“Who？”“The man you were sitting with.He is chairman of the Board of Churchill Downs.”I could hardly believe it.I was buying, offering a free breakfast, and feeling pity for one of the worlds richest and most powerful men!My few minutes with Mr.Galbreath changed my life.Now I try to treat everyone with respect, no matter who I think they are, and to meet another human being with kindness and sincerity. 语篇解读本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者在餐厅与一个看似穷酸的人就餐期间的对话的经历，结果这个穷人却是最富有的人，最后得出要尊重每一个人的道理。4What does the underlined word disheveled mean?AUnfriendly.BUntidy.CGentle. DKind.解析：词义猜测题。根据画线词前的“I noticed an empty chair next to an elderly, unshaven man”以及下文“He was wearing a wornout hat”可以得出，这个老人没有刮胡子，帽子破旧，所以根据上下文的语境判断出，画线词的意思是“不整洁的”。故选B。答案：B5The author bought coffee for the old man because_.Ahe thought the old man was poorBhe wanted to start a conversationChe intended to show his politenessDhe would like to thank the old man解析：细节理解题。根据第二段“I was concerned that he might have no money and not be able to afford something to eat.”可知，作者担心老人没钱支付早餐，所以作者给这位老人买了咖啡，因为他认为这位老人很穷。故选A。答案：A6How