is a process.We are therefore not talking about adapting to a new standard，but to a constantly shifting set of conditions.This is why，in part at least，the US National

Climate

Assessment

says

that

：

“There__is__no__‘one-size__fits__all’__adaptation.” Nevertheless，there are some actions that offer much and carry little risk or cost. 65.The underlined part in Paragraph 2 implies________. A.adaptation is an ever-changing process B.the cost of adaptation varies with time C.global warming affects adaptation forms D.adaptation to climate change is challenging

答案 A [根据上文中的“We are therefore...but to a constantly shifting set of conditions.”可知，对于不断变化的环境，没有一个通用的方法来解决所有这样的问题。故画线部分表示的是适应环境也是一个不断变化的过程。本题采取的是重述的方法。故选A。] 【技巧点拨】

如何解决猜测句意题？

此类题目通常需要猜测意思的是一个具有概括性的句子，或是格言、谚语等，做题时只要通过阅读文章，对原句进行语法和词义上的准确分析，并和答案选项做一番比较，不难找出正确选项。一般来说，正确选项的意思与原句的意思完全相同，只不过是用了其他的英语词汇表述而已。

题组一 应用文

A

(2018·全国卷Ⅲ)

Washington, D.C.Bicycle Tours

Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C. Duration：3 hours

This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see the world-famous cherry trees with beautiful flowers of Washington，D.C.Your guide will provide a history

lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom.Reserve

your

spot

before

availability—and

the

cherry

blossoms—disappear!

Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour Duration：3 hours (4 miles)

Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington,D.C.Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop.Guided tour includes bike, helmet，cookies and bottled water. Capital City Bike Tour in Washington, D.C. Duration：3 hours

Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D.C.newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington，D.C.in a healthy way with minimum effort.Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks.Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route(路线) make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing. Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour Duration：3 hours (7 miles)

Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington,D.C.Get up close to the monuments and memorials as you bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall.Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history.Tour includes bike，helmet，and bottled water.All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights. 【语篇解读】 本文主要介绍了在华盛顿特区骑自行车观光的四条路线、参观的主要景点和从事的活动。

1.Which tour do you need to book in advance? A.Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C. B.Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour. C.Capital City Bike Tour in Washington，D.C. D.Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour.

答案 A [细节理解题。根据第一条旅行路线介绍的最后一句“Reserve your spot before availability—and the cherry blossoms—disappear”可知，选择第一条旅行路线需要提前预订。]

2.What will you do on the Capital City Bike Tour? A.Meet famous people. B.Go to a national park. C.Visit well-known museums. D.Enjoy interesting stories.

答案 D [细节理解题。根据第三条旅行路线介绍中的“Knowledgeable guides...memorials，and parks”可知，选择这条旅行路线的游客可以在观光过程中听导游讲故事。]

3.Which of the following does the bicycle tour at night provide? A.City maps. C.Meals.

B.Cameras. D.Safety lights.

答案 D [细节理解题。第四条旅行路线是夜间游览，根据该段介绍的最后一句“All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights”可知，该路线为夜间骑车观光的游客提供反光背心和安全灯。]

B

(2018·苏北四市高三第一次调研)

The Chocolate Museum The story of chocolate through the ages ● Experience chocolate-making from cocoa bean to chocolate bar ● Enjoy the smell，taste and texture of freshly made chocolate Opening hours Tues—Fri 10 am to 6 pm Sat&Sun＋public holidays 11 am to 7 pm Closed on Mondays，Christmas Day and during Carnival week. Entrance fees Adults $6.00 Concessions (over 65 years old) $3.00 Groups (of 15 people or more) $5.00 More than a museum！ The Panorama Restaurant can cater for all your corporate events: business lunches，anniversaries，weddings and parties.Groups of 30—300 people are welcome. Welcome To Auckland Museum “Nau mai haere mai” Auckland Museum has a constantly changing feast of fresh events and new exhibitions reflecting the culture of New Zealand.This year is no exception. Click here to find out more >> Latest news Be inspired by the da Vinci Machines exhibition and design and build your own original flying machine.The best entry will win the budding inventor a helicopter ride over Auckland for a family of four. Avoid the traffic，enjoy hassle-free parking and view the exhibits in peace and quiet on Wednesday evenings! Open till 7：30 pm. From 28 November until 4 March there will be no public access to the Reading Room. Click here to find out more >> Museum opening hours 10 am—5 pm daily (except Christmas Day) 4.If 16 adults，including 3 aged 70，plan to visit the Chocolate Museum，how much should they pay at least? A.$69. C.$80.

B.$78. D.$87.

答案 B [数字计算题。根据第一小篇Entrance fees中的信息可知，成年人$6/位，大于65岁的人优惠价$3/位，大于等于15人以上的团队$5/位，题中可知为