三、阅读理解(共15小题;每小题2分,计30分)
第一节:阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
A
Are dogs better pets than cats?
Do you know?
A study in 2016 showed 33% of families had a dog worldwide, and 25% had a cat.
YES! There are three reasons why dogs are better pets than cats.
1. Dogs are man's best friends. They are loyal, loving and always watching over our houses, making them great friends.
2. Dogs keep their owners fit and healthy with daily walks, no matter what the weather is like.
3. Dogs are smarter than cats, and you can teach them tricks, which leads to more rewarding relationships.
NO! There are three reasons why dogs aren't better pets than cats.
1. Throughout history from ancient times, cats have been
revered in some countries. For example, in ancient Egypt, they were treated as gods.
2. Cats are easier to own than dogs. They're more independent, less messy and don't need to be taken for walks every day.
3. A study has found that cats prefer people to food, showing they can be just as loyal and loving as dogs are.
(
B
)1. According to the passage, dog owners are usually
.
A. loyal
B. sporty
C. friendly
D. smart
(
D
)2. What does the underlined word "revered" mean?
A. Raised.
B. Accepted.
C. Hated.
D. Respected.
(
B
)3. Which of the following is TRUE?
A. The writer likes dogs better than cats.
B. Cats like their owners better than food.
C. Cats spend more time with their owners than dogs do.
D. Cats also need to go for a walk every day.
