2024届高考英语阅读理解五步法专项带练(11)讲义

一、应用文（用时：5mins） The Chaucer Heritage Trust was founded in 1992. It aims to further the understanding and appreciation of the works of Geoffrey Chaucer，and help us know about his life and times and influence. This year the Trust is holding The Canterbury Tales Writing Competition around the country. Students are invited to submit pieces of original writing inspired by Geoffrey Chaucer's most famous-work -The Canterbury Tales . Who Can Take Part? The competition is open to all schools and college communities including pupils who are home educated and in any other young peopled community organizations ・ The three age groups are juniors (up to 11 years old), intermediates (12 - 15 years old), and seniors (16- 19 years old). Competitors must write down their date of birth on the entry form. Competition Guidelines Choose ONE of the following： Write a poem about a journey・ Write a short story which explores an important issue through animal characters. Write a tall story, based upon a modern- day occupation. For example, “The Nursen 44The Banker” or “The Politician”. Word Count The maximum word count is 500 words. Deadline All entries must be submitted by August 30. Other rules All entries must be original. However rewritings of existing stories are acceptable if original in presentation and content. The decision of the judges will be final ・ How to Enter You can submit your entry at www. chaucer ・ org. uk/submit yourentry. Further Information For further information, please contact Dr Charles Farris at farris©chaucer. org・ uk 1.Why was The Chaucer Heritage Trust founded? A.To discover talented writers. B.To seek excellent original works ・ C. lb hold a writing competition annually- D. To help people learn more about Geoffrey Chaucer. 2.Who can participate in the competition? A. A college teacher. B.A professional writer. C.A nine-year-old student. D.A twenty-year-old college student. 3.What can we learn about this competition? A.Competitors can hand in only one entry. B