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1、1福建省晨曦中学高三英语周练（第一周）吴玲燕 8.26阅读理解（共两节，满分 60 分）第一节 (共 15 小题;每小题 3 分，满分 45 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。AThe latest Chinese “god song“ (an Internet term to describe pop songs that spread virally(病毒性地) through Internet) is still stirring fierce debate between those who view it as a
2、milestone for Chinese pop music going global and those who regard it as bad for Chinas image.Last week, Little Apple, written and performed by the Chopsticks Brothers, won the AMA International Song Award and the duo performed the song at the 2014 American Music Awards in Los Angeles. Another Chines
3、e pop singer, Zhang Jie, won the International Artist Award.But while fans of these singers are thinking highly of the awards and the performance by the Chopsticks Brothers at the AMA celebration as significant, there are others who are less excited. They have questioned the value of the awards and
4、what effect it will have on Chinese cultures “going abroad“, claiming it may leave foreign audiences with a poor impression of Chinese pop music, and even Chinese culture.The Little Apple phenomenon, both home and abroad, can be more easily understood and judged if we look at it from a business pers
5、pective rather than a cultural perspective. The professional promoters behind the duo have developed a clear strategy to promote the duo and their work, not just this particular song. Little Apple was originally released to promote the duos film Old Boys: The Way of the Dragon.From the very beginnin
6、g a viral marketing strategy was used to promote the song, which immediately went viral on the Internet due to its repetitive rhythm, easy-to-remember lyrics, simple and funny dance and, most importantly, grassroots nature. The video accumulated more than 1 billion hits on Chinas major video website
7、.Although the song was generally dismissed by music professionals who criticized it as musical “junk food“, Little Apples popularity nationally paved the way for promoting the duo 2internationally.21.The writers attitude to the song of Little Apple is _.A. opposed B. negative C. objective D. critica
8、l22. What does the underlined words “the duo” refer toA. Little Apple B. Chopsticks brothers C. Zhang Jie D. American singer23. We can learn from the passage that _.A. Little Apples popularity is also a success of marketing strategyB. Little Apple is generally thought worthless by the AMAC. Little A
9、pple is really popular with all people in ChinaD. Little Apple was originally released as a pop song on the InternetBIn addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps th
10、e most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad:Washington Square As one of the best-known of New York Citys 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well
11、as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when its most lively and festive.New York UniversityIt surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.Judson
12、Memorial ChurchLocated on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.Washington MewsIt is a hidden, private street in New Yor
13、k City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews (row of stables) that 3serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.Jeffe
14、rson Market CourthouseBuilt in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.24. What does the author want to tell in the
15、passage?A. To introduce some attractions in the Quad. B. To suggest the Quad Cinema is the best place.C. To imply the Quad attracts a lot of visitors. D. To tell readers to enjoy their life fully.25. The author mentions Washington Square because_.A. it is in the center of Greenwich Village B. it has
16、 a history of more than 100 yearsC. it is a landmark in the Manhattan D. it has witnessed so many incidents26. Where is Judson Memorial Church?A. To the south of Washington Square. B. Behind Washington Square Park.C. Opposite Thompson Street. D. Close to New York University.27. When Washington Mews came into being_ .A. it was designed for a university B. it was intended for keeping horsesC. it w
