Question

    There are over 10,000 various species(种类) of birds across the world. These creatures are warm-hearted, can fly and lay eggs. From different sizes, communication skills, shapes, colors, to types of flight, the creatures are thought to be wonder.

Avocets

There are four different species of avocets found around the world. This bird is found in North and South America, Europe, and even Australia. They are seldom seen in other areas. They live in large groups, and have been known to become quite eager to fight, if they feel they are in danger.

Eastern bluebirds

These types of birds are around 6.5inches in length. Such birds are found mainly in gardens and woodlands with the arrival of spring. Male eastern bluebirds are bright blue and white. Female eastern bluebirds are gray. New York and Missouri have named this creature as their state bird.

Catbirds

Catbirds are known to copy the sounds of other birds. This bird is gray in color and has a shade of chestnut, just under its tail. There are different species of catbirds found in various parts of the world.

Doves

Doves are smaller than pigeons and have a longer tail in appearance. Doves are found throughout the world and these birds are also a symbol of peace. They feed on fruits, plants and seeds to survive.

There are many other beautiful and attractive birds which can be seen in nature. Birds would prefer to have their own freedom rather than be trapped in a cage, so if you think you can have it as a pet, you need to think again.

1.What can be inferred about avocets?

A.They are rarely seen in Asia. B.They are about 6.5 inches in length.

C.They have a shade of chestnut. D.They are a symbol of romance and peace.

2.Which birds can learn the speech of other birds?

A.Avocets. B.Eastern bluebirds.

C.Catbirds. D.Doves.

3.Where is the text probably taken from?

A.A sports newspaper. B.A poster.

C.A travel guide. D.A science magazine.

Answer

1.A

2.C

3.D

【解析】

这是一篇说明文。文章主要向我们介绍了四种鸟的特性。

1.细节理解题。根据Avocets部分的This bird is found in North and South America, Europe, and even Australia. They are seldom seen in other areas. 这种鸟在北美、南美、欧洲甚至澳大利亚都有发现。在其他地区很少见到。可知，这种鸟在亚洲很罕见。故选A项。

2.细节理解题。根据Catbirds部分的Catbirds are known to copy the sounds of other birds.众所周知，猫头鹰会模仿其他鸟的声音。可知，猫头鹰会模仿其他鸟的声音。故选C项。

3.推理判断题。根据第一段There are over 10,000 various species of birds across the world….From different sizes, communication skills, shapes, colors, to types of flight, the creatures are thought to be wonder. 世界上有1万多种鸟类……从不同的体型、沟通技巧、形状、颜色到飞行方式，这些生物都被认为是奇迹。具体介绍了四种鸟的特性。可推知，文章有可能出自科学杂志。故选D项。