Question

    Christmas is coming and the holiday season is almost here! If you are having a hard time thinking of a gift for a web developer you know then this list is for you.

Due to this being the gift-giving season and there is a possibility that these items may not be bought in real stores by the time you get to them. But do not worry, do check back at the site frequently in case they have restocked it, then quickly order one!

QlockTwo Touch

A unique table clock tells you time with written words instead of numbers. If it is 7:15, the clock will show “fifteen past seven.” This table clock is available in 5 different colors and 12 different languages. A truly stylish accessory for the working desk. ($5690)

Dolce Gusto Coffee Maker

Many web developers love to need coffee to help them stay awake when trying to finalize a project. This cool-looking coffee maker is the perfect gift to help them grab a quick cup whenever they need it. ($140)

Hand Turbine Charger

Perfect for times of a blackout or when you just can’t find any place to quickly charge up your devices, this charger is powered by you. Just turn the turbine to generate power to charge your phones and tablets. Great for a workout, and for travelers who can’t be without their devices ($100)

Online Course Subscriptions

Many web developers improve their skills through online courses. If you want to gift one, you can try Lynda. com as a gift. (Prices may vary)

1.Who will like to read the text?

A.The one who owns a present store.

B.The one who wants to buy gifts for parents.

C.The one who wants to buy a Christmas gift for web developers.

D.The one who wants to invent Christmas gifts on the websites

2.Why does the author suggest checking back the site?

A.The gifts are easily sold out in real stores.

B.You can only buy the gifts on the websites.

C.The gifts are cheaper online than in real stores.

D.The website seldom restores the Christmas gifts

3.How many showing patterns can the Qlock Two Touch give?

A.5 B.12 C.7 D.60

4.Which gift is the best for a developer who wants to improve himself?

A.Online Course Subscriptions

B.Hand Turbine Charger

C.Dolce Gusto Coffee Maker

D.QlockTwo Touch

Answer

1.C

2.A

3.D

4.A

【解析】

这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了适合送给网站开发人员的四款圣诞礼物。

1.推理判断题。根据文章的第一段中Christmas is coming and the holiday season is almost here! If you are having a hard time thinking of a gift for a web developer you know then this list is for you可知，圣诞节即将到来，如果你认识一位网络开发人员，且处于为其挑选礼物的痛苦时刻，则这篇文章适合你。故选C项。

2.细节理解题。根据文章第二段第一句Due to this being the gift-giving season and there is a possibility that these items may not be bought in real stores by the time you get to them.可知，这些礼物在实体店容易脱销。故选A项。

3.细节理解题。根据文章第三段第三句This table clock is available in 5 different colors and 12different languages.可知，这些礼物显示时间，有5种颜色和12种语言，即5乘以12等于60种显示模式。故选D项。

4.推理判断题。根据文章最后一段第一句Many web developers improve their skills through online courses可知，许多网络开发人员通过在线课程，提高他们的技能，即在线课程适合那些想要提升自己的网络开发人员。故选A项。