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　　四川省成都市双流中学2018届高三上学期9月月考英语试题
　　第I卷
　　第一部分  听力（略）
　　第二部分  阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）
　　第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
　　阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
　　A
　　The Official SAT Study Guide: Second Edition
　　Product Details:
　　Papcrbacks997 pages
　　Publisher: The College Board
　　Publication date: July 21,2009
　　Edition description: Second Edition
　　Book Description
　　The Official SAT Study Guide; Second Edition features 10 official SAT practice tests created by the test maker. With about 1,000 pages and more than 20 chapters, it’s packed with the most up-to-date information that students need to get ready for the test.
　　Students will gain valuable experience and raise their confidence by taking practice tests, and by reviewing critical concepts, test-taking approaches, and focused sets of practice questions just like those on the actual SAT.
　　The Official SAT Study Guide: Second Edition will help students get ready for the SAT with;
　　—10 official SAT practice tests, including 3 new recent exams
　　—detailed descriptions of math, critical reading, and writing sections of the SAT
　　—targeted practice questions for each SAT question type
　　—practice essay questions, along with sample essays and notes
　　—a review of math concepts tested in the exam
　　—test-taking approaches and suggestions that underscore important points
　　—free online score reports
　　—easy access to online answers and explanations at collegeboard.org
　　—$ 10 discount on the book The Official SAT Online Course to all book owners
　　There’s also a complete chapter on the PSAT/NMSQT.
　　Editorial Reviews:
　　This is the only book I recommend with complete confidence to anyone preparing for the SAT.… The College Board has provided a real service to students, parents, and educators.
　　About the Author:
　　The College Board, a nonprofit association, connects students to college success and opportunity through major programs and services in college admissions, guidance, assessment, financial aid, enrollment, and teaching and learning. Among its best-known programs are the SAT, the PSAT/NMSQT, and the Advanced Placement Program. Students, parents, educators, and librarians recognize the College Board as a source of help on SAT preparation, college admissions, and financial aid.
　　21. What’s the main purpose of The Official SAT Study Guide: Second Edition?
　　A. To give an introduction to the SAT.
　　B. To help students to prepare for the SAT.
　　C. To list some education institutes for the SAT.
　　D. To encourage more students to take the SAT.
　　22. If you buy a copy of The Official SAT Study Guide; Second Edition, you can       .
　　A. get 10 new recent tests B. learn some test-taking methods
　　C. receive a gift from the College Board D. enjoy a discount on SAT online course
　　23. The author of The Official SAT Study Guide: Second Edition is
　　A. a well-known organization B. an experienced teacher
　　C. a famous college D. an excellent student
　　24. Which of the following is TRUE about The Official SAT Study Guide: Second Edition?
　　A. There are no sample essays in the book.
　　B. It has received negative opinions from reviewers.
　　C. The first edition was published on July 21,2009.
　　D. It also includes something about the PSAT/NMSQT.
　　B
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