统招专升本英语阅读理解模拟试题及答案(10.18)

　　that spending extra money on travel during the holiday season is worthwhile—so long as it affords them time with family and friends. But just because traveling may be the right thing to do, that doesn’t mean it has to be the expensive thing to do. Traveling involves many hidden costs that, once you’re aware of them, are easy to spot—and even easier to eliminate.

　　To start, consider transportation fees. For example, if you’re driving, fill up the gas tank before traveling on the highway, where it’s much costlier, says Clarky Davis, a personal finance expert. and make sure your car is in good condition by checking your heating vents, keeping up with routine maintenance and ensuring your tires are properly inflated, all of which help the car achieve favorable fuel economy. Furthermore, not only does a tow car(救援车) cause inconvenience; it also means extra costs.

　　For those opting to fly, first, be aware of how much it costs to check a bag. Most airlines are charging for every checked bag by weight, but prices vary from carrier to carrier. If you can manage to pack everything into a carryon, you’ll save at least $15. Brooke Ferencsik, a travel expert, suggests considering secondary airports when booking your flight. These airports often are less crowded and frequently offer cheaper tickets.and when it comes to your actual destination, don’t assume that hotels are going to cut back on fees simply because they’re desperate to draw customers. “They won’t be adding or increasing fees, but they won’t be decreasing them either,” says Ferencsik. The best defense against extra fees is to read about the hotel’s rates online, before you make a reservation. “Be aware of surcharges for everything from housekeeping to groundskeeping to use of the inroom safe,” says Ferencsik. Some hotels even install a sensor (传感器) within the mini bar, charging guests for simply touching the items, let alone eating or drinking them.“From airlines to hotels to rental cars, they’ve all got hidden fees you need to be aware of,” says Ferencsik. “Do your homework and ask questions.”

　　问题：

　　1.It is found that 71% of Americans regard it as worthwhile to_____.

　　A.spend money on souvenirs while traveling with family and friends

　　B.accept hidden costs while traveling with family and friends

　　C.travel with family and friends during the holiday season

　　D.travel with family and friends so as to please them

　　【参考答案】C

　　[考点]事实细节题

　　【精析】C 根据文章第一段第一句“…71% of Americans said that spending extra money on travel during the holiday season is worthwhile—so long as it affords them time with family and friends.”可知，71%的美国人认为在假期花钱去旅游是值得的——只要能让他们有时间和朋友家人在一起。故选C。

　　2.How can fuel economy be improved?

　　A.By filling up the gas tank off the highway.

　　B.By considering transportation fees wisely.

　　C.By avoiding the inconvenience of a tow car.

　　D.By keeping your car in good condition.

　　【参考答案】D

　　[考点]事实细节题

　　【精析】D 根据文章第二段第三句“and make sure your car is in good condition by…all of which help the car achieve favorable fuel economy.”可知，使汽车省油的办法就是确保你的车处于良好状态。故选D。

　　3.It is advised that everything be packed into a carry-on most probably because a carry-on _____.

　　A.is usually free of charge

　　B.is more convenient than several checked bags

　　C.is subject to safety guarantee

　　D.is usually of a larger size than checked bags

　　【参考答案】A

　　[考点]推理判断题

　　【精析】A 根据文章第三段第三句“If you can manage to pack everything into a carry-on, you’ll save at least $15.”可知，如果能够将所有东西都打包到一个手提箱里，你就能节省至少15美元。 由此可推断，手提行李很可能不需要花钱托运。故选A。

　　4. When looking for a hotel room, customers usually take it for granted that _____.

　　A.extra fees are specified in the hotel’s rates

　　B.online reservation provides the best rates

　　C.there is a surcharge for any inroom service

　　D.hotels attract customers by reducing fees

　　【参考答案】D[考点]事实细节题

　　【精析】D 根据文章第四段第一句“…don’t assume that hotels are going to cut back on fees simply because they’re desperate to draw customers.”可知，顾客通常认为酒店会为了吸引顾客而降低入住价格。故选D。

　　5.The article is providing advice to _____.

　　A.spend money wisely

　　B.make travelling enjoyable

　　C.economize on holidays

　　D.avoid hidden cost on a trip

　　【参考答案】D

　　[考点]主旨大意题

　　【精析】D 通读全文可知，作者主要讲述了如何避免旅途中的隐形消费。故选D。