三、阅读理解题（四套）
第一套
What food does the author use to relieve loneliness?
A. Chicken soup B. Rice pudding C. Fish and chips D. Dumplings
What is comfort food defined as in the article?
A. Food that tastes good B. Food linked to happy memories
C. Food from one’s hometown D. Food with high nutrition
Why is comfort food important for people who move abroad?
A. It helps them learn new cultures.
B. It connects them to memory, family and place.
C. It makes them forget their hometown.
D. It is easier to cook than local food.
What can we infer about “taste of home”?
A. It is a common flavor worldwide.
B. It refers to the taste of childhood food.
C. It is only for Chinese people.
D. It is a type of expensive food.
What is the main idea of the article?
A. How to cook comfort food.
B. The cultural significance of food.
C. The link between food and emotions.
D. Why people love dumplings and fish and chips.
第二套
The author’s secret recipe for lifting spirits is ______.
A. listening to stories B. rice, milk and sugar
C. eating in grandma’s flat D. cooking slowly
The word “associations” (Para.2) probably means ______.
A. memories B. recipes C. skills D. feelings
Which example shows comfort food varies by culture?
A. Chicken soup for a happy childhood.
B. Rice pudding for grandma’s stories.
C. Dumplings with vinegar for Chinese.
D. Fish and chips for British people.
What does the author think of comfort food in the end?
A. It’s just a type of food.
B. It’s a way to relax.
C. It’s food for the soul.
D. It’s hard to make.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a function of comfort food?
A. Cheering people up. B. Relieving homesickness.
C. Improving health. D. Connecting to family.
第三套
What does the smell of the author’s secret recipe do?
A. Makes him cook faster.
B. Transports him back to childhood.
C. Reminds him of his grandma’s cooking skills.
D. Helps him forget his mood.
Why do people link chicken soup with being taken care of?
A. Because it’s a traditional dish.
B. Because it’s eaten in childhood.
C. Because it’s easy to make.
D. Because it’s served in hospitals.
What is the hardest thing for people who grow up?
A. Giving up their favorite clothes.
B. Giving up the food they grew up with.
C. Moving to a new country.
D. Learning a new language.
Which word best describes the author’s attitude toward comfort food?
A. Doubtful B. Neutral C. Positive D. Critical
What can we learn from the article?
A. Comfort food is the same worldwide.
B. Food experts think culture is unimportant.
C. Comfort food helps with emotional needs.
D. Only Chinese and British have comfort food.
第四套
The article is most likely from ______.
A. a science textbook B. a food magazine
C. a travel guide D. a history book
What does “highly individual” (Para.3) mean?
A. Very common B. Different for each person
C. Easy to change D. Related to family
Why does the author mention dumplings and fish and chips?
A. To show they are unhealthy.
B. To prove comfort food is cultural.
C. To compare cooking methods.
D. To introduce international dishes.
What is the purpose of the questions at the beginning?
A. To test readers’ knowledge.
B. To lead into the topic.
C. To make readers hungry.
D. To explain the article structure.
Which sentence best summarizes the article?
A. Comfort food is delicious and easy to cook.
B. Comfort food connects us to happy memories and culture.
C. Everyone has the same comfort food.
D. Food experts study comfort food to improve health.