《20212022学年新教材高中英语Unit4EverydayeconomicsSectionⅠStartingoutUnderstandingideas课时作业含解析外研版选择性必修第四册》由会员分享，可在线阅读，更多相关《20212022学年新教材高中英语Unit4EverydayeconomicsSectionⅠStartingoutUnderstandingideas课时作业含解析外研版选择性必修第四册（7页珍藏版）》请在金锄头文库上搜索。
1、UUnit 4SSection Starting out & Understanding ideas.阅读理解AVolcanic ash from Icelands volcano continues to cause disruptions to air travel across Northern Europe. As the nearly universal grounding of aircraft causes problems for 25 countries in Europe, the passengers are starting to run into secondary
2、problems from the four days of being stranded. Additionally, the further effects of economic losses are beginning to pile up.Already the chaos surrounding the volcanic ash is being compared to the days after 9/11. As the ash plume continues to ground air transport, it is estimated that nearly 17,000
3、 flights a day have been canceled at the cost of nearly $2.7 million a day, according to a report filed by the WallStreetJournal. In the report, it was said that cost was for a single airline, and that the cost for other lines could be measured in hundreds of millions of dollars.While the cost on th
4、e airline industry is significant, the cost on passengers is more significant. Airline cancellations have forced many travelers into hotels and more are looking to their travel insurance plans to cover the costs. The UK.s Independent reported that travel insurance plans have a rule that makes claims
5、 from travelers invalid. In these policies, though travel insurances are purchased as a way to cover additional costs when travel plans are unexpectedly disrupted, the specific event like a volcanic eruption is not mentioned. Then the policy does not cover the event.However, there is hope, though, a
6、s Air France and Dutch airline KLM both report positive test flights of aircraft at different altitudes to ensure the safety of flight. It is not known if these flights will be the beginning or just oneoff chance flights. These flights were operated in a window of operations in the ash plume, but du
7、e to the erratic nature of the airflow, there is no guarantee that this will open up air operations over Europe. At this rate, the nations of Europe will be likely to see a significant impact on their pocketbooks, both in the corporations and the individual households.1The underlined word “stranded”
8、 in Paragraph 1 probably means “_”Astruck BcontrolledCstuck Ddisturbed2From this passage we can see that _.Athe volcanic ash caused more trouble than 9/11 didBairlines suffered great losses due to the eruptionCtravelers had to ask for help from the governmentDnearly $2.7 million was lost in all3Why
9、are claims about insurance from travelers unacceptable?ABecause volcanic eruption isnt included in travel plans.BBecause airlines dont keep their word.CBecause airlines havent bought insurance for travelers.DBecause airlines didnt expect the eruption.4This passage mainly tells us about _.Athe volcan
10、ic eruption in IcelandBthe great trouble for air travelsCthe unfavorable flight conditionDthe cost of European airlinesBThe cost of living in countries like the US, Britain, Australia or France has skyrocketed in recent years. However, if youre willing to leave your country and explore life in other
11、 areas, there are many countries boasting an extremely cheap and low cost of living. Check out the following countries when planning your next move.EcuadorEcuador is similar to the United States in many ways, and as a result has become a popular American getaway. They even use the US dollar for thei
12、r currency. In this country, its cheaper to eat out every day than cook for yourself on a budget in the US. You can even buy a building for around $50,000 and hire someone to look after it while youre away.MexicoAlthough the country is known for its povertyridden streets, there are many wealthier ar
13、eas that provide various facilities you might need. You can live off a mere $700 to $800 a month in Mexico, and this includes rent for a nice place, facilities, food, and any sightseeing.ArgentinaArgentina has been a popular tourist destination for many years. It has great restaurants, a rich histor
14、y, and many places to explore. Not to mention, its not very expensive to live here. A decent sized home can cost around $139,000, which is relatively cheap in relation to homes in the United States.VietnamVietnam has also become a popular tourist destination in recent years. There are many million d
15、ollar luxury homes by the beach, but you can find a modest flat or a small home for around $25,000 to $50,000 if you search in the right areas.5How much does it cost to live in Mexico for a year?AAbout $12,000. BAbout $7,000.CAbout $8,000. DAbout $8,800.6What do Argentina and Vietnam have in common?AThey both have great restaurants.BThe cost of living in them is both expensive.CTourists enjoy travelling in the two countries.DThe middlesized homes both cost around $139,000.7In which country is the US dollar used for its currency?AEcuador. BMexico.CArgentina. DVietnam.完形填空When I entered
