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The following list includes some books that come highly recommended by millions of readers and also a short summary of the highlights of each work.
The Go-Giver, by Bob Burg and John David Man
I didn't even expect that such a short book could make a huge difference in my way towards life.It simply explains complex laws that direct mankind, and concludes that there is always truth in the opposite.
Dao De Jing, by Laozi
Dao De Jing is one of the finest books on philosophy written by Laozi, an ancient Chinese philosopher and poet. It is sincere, exciting and makes you think a lot. Read it and get in touch with the clear educative understandings that give you enough tips to pursue your life goal full of passion.
The Science of Getting Rich, by Wallace D. Wattles
I had my own misunderstandings of getting rich till I read this book. The book made a huge difference to my life after I discovered the secrets mentioned. Read it and it teaches you how to .become rich, not immediately, but step by step.
The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg
I never knew habits played such an important role in shaping our future until I read this book. It says, you are what your habits are, and also suggests the proven techniques to create new habits that change our lifestyles and eventually our lives. It is a must-read for everyone who wishes to form lifetime habits.
The Road Less Travelled, by Scott Peck
Simply put. Buy this book for the path towards understanding in a spiritual way that strengthens your personal growth. This book never gives you easy solutions to the challenges of life. It simply is part of life and leaves you with better understanding to lead a fulfilled life.
1. Who can tell you the secrets of becoming rich?
A. Wallace D. Wattles. B. Bob Burg and John David Mann.
C. Laozi. D. Charles Duhigg.
2. Which of the following ideas may Scott Peck agree with?
A. Habits can shape our future.
B. There is always truth in the opposite.
C. We should find easy solutions to challenges.
D. Difficulty is often part of personal growth.
3. What can we know about the books mentioned above?
A. They are all easily written.
B. They are all popular books.
C. All their writers are foreigners.
D. All the books are about life goals.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
【解析】
【分析】
本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了一些成千上万的读者推荐的非常受欢迎的书籍。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文中The Science of Getting Rich, by Wallace D. Wattles中的Read it and it teaches you how to become rich, not immediately, but step by step.可知，Wallace能告诉你致富的秘密。故答案为A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段This book never gives you easy solutions to the challenges of life. It simply is part of life and leaves you with better understanding to lead a fulfilled life.“这本书不会给你简单的解决生活中的挑战的方法。它只是生活的一部分，让你更好地理解，过上充实的生活。”可知Scott Peck会同意D项“困难只是成长的一部分。”故选D。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第一段的描述The following list includes some books that come highly recommended by millions of readers and also a short summary of the highlights of each work.可知这些书有那么多的读者推荐，所以很受欢迎，故选B。
【名师点睛】关解答细节理解题的策略：
用细节定位法：细节理解题属直接解答性问题，是阅读理解题中最简单的一种，多数属中低难度的送分题。但由于高考所占的比例很大，应特别引起注意。事实和细节题的命题特点是：把某词语、某个句子或某具体事实用不同于原文的另一方式或句型表达，即同义改写。解答这类题的窍门是：A)注意掌握英语的多种表达法；B)正确分析词语在句中的作用；C)熟练运用英语的句型转换；D)读懂题干所提出的问题，并准确地找到文中涉及该问题的句子。本题第2小题，根据最后一段This book never gives you easy solutions to the challenges of life. It simply is part of life and leaves you with better understanding to lead a fulfilled life.可知Scott Peck会同意D项“困难只是成长的一部分。”故选D。
