资源简介

中小学教育资源及组卷应用平台
2026外研版高考英语突破练
Unit 5　Into the wild
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A(2025·山东名校联考)
Determining the “windiest place on Earth” depends on how you quantify wind speed.Now,let’s find out where the world’s windiest places are and what makes them so breezy.
Windiest City on Earth:Wellington,New Zealand
Wellington is often called the world’s windiest city due to its average wind speed of around 16.5 mph,with its highest recorded wind speed of 150.7 mph in 1962.The winds in this region are called the “Roaring Forties” because the city is located 40 to 50 degrees south of the equator.There’s even a statue,“Solace in the Wind,” on the waterfront — a human figure leaning into the breeze.
Fastest Recorded Wind Speed:Barrow Island,Australia
Barrow Island currently holds the Guinness World Record for the highest recorded wind speed at 254 mph in 1996.Barrow Island is a major center for oil and natural gas operations,and home to a conservation reserve where sea turtles,and other rare and protected species live.
Fastest Katabatic Wind:Antarctica
In any case,Antarctica holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest katabatic wind(wind that travels down a slope),which was 168 mph,recorded in 1912.The region’s annual average daily maximum wind speed is 44 mph.Cold temperatures and Antarctica’s landscape,which slopes toward the coastlines,affect weather patterns.
Windiest US Peak:Mount Washington,New Hampshire
Mount Washington with an average annual wind speed of 35 mph and average fastest monthly peak winds of 231 mph remains the windiest place in the US.The White Mountains,of which Washington is a member are a barrier for easterly winds and often see an encounter between low pressure from the Atlantic and inland high pressure,creating hurricane-force winds on Mount Washington’s summit more than 100 days annually.
1.What does the “Roaring Forties” refer to
A.A windy city.　　　 B.A famous statue.
C.A special region. D.A kind of wind.
2.What contributes to Antarctica’s katabatic wind formation
A.Its geographic features.
B.Its changing temperatures.
C.The frequent natural disaster.
D.The large-scale oil exploration.
3.Which of the following holds the highest recorded wind speed
A.Antarctica.
B.Wellington.
C.Barrow Island.
D.Mount Washington.
【语境猜词】
①quantify　　　 _________________
②conservation _________________
③landscape _________________
④slope _________________
B(2025·湖南名校联考)
As the first girl in my family,I was born in Venezuela,twelve months to the day before one of the biggest earthquakes in the country’s history struck the capital city Caracas in 1967.I’ve always seen this as a sign of my destiny.
Disasters have the potential to set back a nation’s development for years and even decades.However,my personal experiences have taught me that the extent of damage often depends on whether there is a culture of prevention within the affected society—one that prioritizes preparedness,awareness,and proactive measures to safeguard lives and progress.
I recall a time when I was living in an apartment building when a moderate earthquake struck.My reaction,after the immediate “drop,cover,hold on” reflexes(反射动作),was to hope that the building would prove to be structurally sound.As the shaking slowly stopped,I ran outside to wait for possible aftershocks.My fears,thankfully,did not happen.It had resisted the quake because it followed the country’s building codes.
Occasions like this show the necessity of having updated building codes that include lessons learned from past disasters.Had the building not followed these updated codes,I may not have survived.This experience has only strengthened my belief in the value of prevention in mitigating the impact of disasters.
I have spent the past two years working on the Built Environment in Latin America and the Caribbean Project.The project has developed risk-informed policies and engineering techniques in the six countries that were selected for their particularly high exposure to earthquakes.This project fits perfectly with my professional and personal goals,as it combines my passion and experience in risk reduction.Like the third little pig in the tale of Three Little Pigs,who puts resilience above convenience while building his house from bricks,I’m committed to building a framework of prevention and resilience,as I know that early action today can prevent problems tomorrow.
4.What does the author refer to as her destiny
A.Rebuilding cities after disasters.
B.Experiencing many earthquakes.
C.Doing work related to earthquakes.
D.Updating building codes in Venezuela.
5.Why did the earthquake mentioned in paragraph 3 impress the author
A.She realized the danger of earthquakes.
B.She felt she did not respond well enough.
C.She was very lucky to escape with her life.
D.She recognized the importance of prevention.
6.What does the underlined word “mitigating” in paragraph 4 mean
A.Causing. B.Reducing.
C.Ignoring. D.Avoiding.
7.What does the tale of Three Little Pigs imply
A.Teamwork matters in preventing disasters.
B.Risk reduction work requires a lot of skills.
C.Damage caused by disasters can be avoided.
D.Building houses needs passion and experience.
【语境猜词】
①prevention　　 _________________
②preparedness _________________
③proactive _________________
④safeguard _________________
⑤aftershock _________________
Ⅱ.七选五
(2025·辽宁沈阳三模)
Earthquakes are unpredictable natural disasters that can cause dramatic damage in seconds.　8　 Proper preparation and knowing what to do during and after an earthquake can significantly increase your chances of staying safe.This guide helps you prepare,respond,and recover effectively.
Before the quake
One important way to prepare for a quake is to try to make your home safe.The stuff inside your home is just as important as the walls themselves.Take a tour of each room to look for things that could fall or break.　9　 Move large or heavy objects to lower shelves,install latches(门闩) on cupboards,and secure any large appliances like water heaters.
When the shaking starts
　10　 In many situations that means remembering three actions:drop,cover,and hold.
Drop:Get down on your hands and knees immediately.This position protects you from falling but still allows you to move if necessary.
Cover:Place your head and neck (and your entire body if possible) underneath a strong table or desk.
Hold:Stay put until the shaking stops.Be prepared to move with your shelter if the shaking shifts it around.
After the shaking calms
Even after the ground grows still,the danger is not necessarily over.As the Earth settles from its quake,it can produce a series of smaller quakes known as aftershocks.　11　 The first quake is then called a foreshock,and the second is called a main shock.
Still,once the shaking calms,it’s time to start getting ready for more.First,check for injuries.Next,check the gas and electric lines,and turn them off if you can do so safely.And if you are inside a heavily damaged structure,get yourself and others out as soon as possible.If you’re trapped,stay calm.Protect your mouth,nose,and eyes from the dust.Make noise to get responders’ attention.　12　
A.Protect yourself as quickly as possible.
B.There are generally two types of quakes.
C.They occur most often near plate boundaries.
D.If you are outside,keep an eye out for danger.
E.A second quake might occasionally bigger than the first.
F.Sometimes this can be solved with a little reorganization.
G.They can strike anywhere,at any time,and without warning.
【语境猜词】
①unpredictable　　 _________________
②significantly _________________
③foreshock _________________
④responder _________________
Ⅲ.语法填空
(2025·山东聊城二模)
In the Nazirpur subdistrict,located in Bangladesh’s riverine district of Pirojpur,solving the harmful consequences of flood was found 13.　　　　　　　(challenge).Over the past 25 years,45-year-old farmer Mohammad Kawsar Mia,14.　　　　　　　(follow) the traditions of his ancestors,has practiced “floating cultivation(漂浮耕作)”,15.　　　　　　 method that is valuable for numerous families in these flood regions.
In these areas 16.　　　　　　 flood lasts for eight to ten months annually,farmers have difficulty in practicing traditional farming on solid ground.17. response,farmers,such as Mia,have made floating beds using water plants.With these beds,they can grow a variety of crops,such as eggplants and leafy vegetables.The amazing farming technique is passed down from one generation to the next without 18.　　　　　　　(interrupt),helping to relieve the poverty of local families.
With the rainy season becoming 19.　　　　　　　(increase) unstable,floating agriculture has been gaining importance.At this time of year,75% of the country’s surface area 20.　　　　　　　　(flood),which makes techniques like floating cultivation crucial 21.　　　　　　　　(achieve) food security.
Additionally,the government’s support,if properly 22.　　　　　　(manage) through funding for training and infrastructure(基础设置),will further boost this sustainable practice,benefiting more flood-hit communities and strengthening local food systems.
【语境猜词】
①subdistrict　　　 _________________
②cultivation _________________
③flood(熟义:n.洪水)
生义(文义):v. _________________
④strengthen _________________
参考答案
Ⅰ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了几处世界上风最大的地方,并说明了造成这种现象的原因。
1.D　细节理解题。根据第二段第二句“The winds in this region are called the ‘Roaring Forties’ because the city is located 40 to 50 degrees south of the equator.”可知,Roaring Forties指的是一种风,故选D项。
2.A　细节理解题。根据第四段最后一句“Cold temperatures and Antarctica’s landscape,which slopes toward the coastlines,affect weather patterns.”可知,是当地的地理特征促成了南极洲斜降风的形成,故选A项。
3.C　细节理解题。根据第三段第一句“Barrow Island currently holds the Guinness World Record for the highest recorded wind speed at 254 mph in 1996.”可知,巴罗岛拥有最高风速记录,故选C项。
【语境猜词】
①量化;以数量表述　②保护;保存　③地形;景观　④倾斜
【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。作者出生于委内瑞拉,在该国首都发生地震的前一年出生,这让作者认为自己与地震相关的工作有某种命运联系。作者通过自身经历深刻认识到预防的重要性。
4.C　细节理解题。根据第一段可知,作者在地震发生前整12个月出生。结合最后一段中的“This project fits perfectly with my professional and personal goals,as it combines my passion and experience in risk reduction.” 可知,作者将从事与地震相关的工作视为自己的命运,故选C项。
5.D　细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句“It had resisted the quake because it followed the country’s building codes.”及第四段内容可知,第三段提到的地震给作者留下深刻印象是因为她认识到了预防的重要性,故选D项。
6.B　词义猜测题。根据画线词所在句可知,这次经历使作者坚信预防在……灾害影响方面的价值,结合前文提到建筑遵循规范抵御地震可推测,预防是为了“减轻”灾害影响,故选B项。
7.C　推理判断题。根据最后一段可知,《三只小猪》中的第三只小猪用砖石建房,将韧性置于便利之上。作者借此强调,通过建立预防和韧性框架,早期行动能预防未来的问题,暗示灾害造成的损害可以通过预防措施得到减轻(或避免),故选C项。
【语境猜词】
①预防;防范　②准备状态　③积极主动的　④保卫;保护
⑤余震
Ⅱ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了地震这一自然灾害及其应对措施。
8.G　根据上文“Earthquakes are unpredictable natural disasters that can cause dramatic damage in seconds.”可知,选项G“它们可以在任何地点、任何时间毫无预警地发生”进一步说明地震是不可预测的,且引出下文关于地震应对的内容。
9.F　上文“Take a tour of each room to look for things that could fall or break.”提出要检查房间里可能掉落或破碎的东西。选项F“有时,稍微重新整理一下就能解决这些问题”符合语境。其中的“this”指代上文寻找可能掉落或破碎东西这件事。
10.A　下文“In many situations that means remembering three actions:drop,cover,and hold.”介绍了地震发生时的具体应对动作。选项A“尽可能快地保护好自己”概括了这部分内容的主旨。
11.E　上文“As the Earth settles from its quake,it can produce a series of smaller quakes known as aftershocks.”指出地震后会有一系列较小的余震。而选项 E 补充了另一种情况:有时第二次地震(可能是主震)会比第一次(前震)更大。
12.D　上文主要介绍了地震后在室内的应对措施。选项D “如果你在室外,要留意周围的危险”则补充了在室外的情况,即要留意危险,与上文在室内的情况相呼应,使文章关于地震后应对措施的介绍更加全面。
【语境猜词】
①不可预测的　②显著地;大大地　③前震　④响应者;救援人员
Ⅲ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了孟加拉国纳齐尔普尔分区农民采用漂浮耕作应对洪水影响。
13.challenging　考查形容词。所填词作主语补足语,表示“有挑战性的”,故填challenging。
14.following　考查非谓语动词。句中已有谓语动词has practiced,所以此处用非谓语动词。farmer Mohammad Kawsar Mia与follow“遵循”之间是逻辑上的主谓关系,所以用动词-ing形式作伴随状语,故填following。
15.a　考查冠词。此处泛指“一种方法”,且method是以辅音音素开头的单词,故填a。
16.where　考查定语从句。所填词引导限制性定语从句,修饰先行词areas,关系词在从句中作地点状语,故填where。
17.In　考查介词。in response为固定短语,意为“作为回应”。设空处位于句首,首字母须大写,故填In。
18.interruption　考查名词。所填词作without的宾语,所以用名词形式,故填interruption。
19.increasingly　考查副词。所填词修饰形容词unstable,所以用副词increasingly,意为“日益,越来越多地”。
20.is flooded　考查时态、语态和主谓一致。根据时间状语At this time of year可知,句子描述的是客观事实,时态应用一般现在时,主语75% of the country’s surface area与动词flood之间是动宾关系,所以用一般现在时的被动语态,故填is flooded。
21.to achieve　考查非谓语动词。在which引导的定语从句中,谓语为makes,所以achieve要用非谓语动词形式,此处表目的,所以用不定式,故填to achieve。
22.managed　考查状语从句中的省略。当状语从句的主语与主句的主语一致时或从句主语为it,且从句含有be动词时,可以省略状语从句的主语和be动词。本句中的条件状语从句完整句子为if the government’s support is properly managed,省略主语和is,保留过去分词managed。
【语境猜词】
①分区;(行政区划)街道　②耕作;栽培　③淹没;使泛滥
④加强;增强
21世纪教育网 www.21cnjy.com 精品试卷·第 2 页 （共 2 页）
21世纪教育网(www.21cnjy.com)

展开更多......

收起↑