05.中国书法艺术-2025年高考英语一轮复习阅读热点话题

2025年高考英语一轮复习阅读热点话题 2025年高考英语一轮复习阅读热点话题 05.中国书法艺术 一、阅读理解 1 At my first lesson in Chinese calligraphy, my teacher told me plainly: “Now I will teach you how to write your name. And to make it beautiful.” I felt my breath catch. I was curious. Growing up in Singapore, I had an unusual relationship with my Chinese name. My parents are ethnically Chinese, so they asked fortune tellers to decide my name, aiming for maximum luck. As a result, I ended up with a nonsense and embarrassing name: Chen Yiwen, meaning, roughly, “old”, “barley (薏米)” and “warm”. When I arrived in America for college at 18, I put on an American accent and abandoned my Chinese name. When I moved to Hong Kong in 2021, after 14 years in the States, I decided to learn calligraphy. Why not get back in touch with my heritage? I thought. In calligraphy, the idea is to copy the old masters’ techniques, thereby refining your own. Every week, though, my teacher would give uncomfortably on-the-nose assessments of my person. “You need to be braver,” he once observed. “Have confidence. Try to produce a bold stroke(笔画).” For years, I had prided myself on presenting an image of confidence, but my writing betrayed me. I was trying to make sense of this practice. You must visualize the word as it is to be written and leave a trace of yourself in it. As a bodily practice, calligraphy could go beyond its own cultural restrictions. Could it help me go beyond mine? My teacher once said to me, “When you look at the word, you see the body. Though a word on the page is two-dimensional, it contains multitudes, conveying the force you’ve applied, the energy of your grip, the arch of your spine.” I had been learning calligraphy to get in touch with my cultural roots, but what I was really seeking was a return to myself. Now I have sensed that the pleasure out of calligraphy allows me to know myself more fully. During a recent lesson, my teacher pointed at the word I had just finished, telling me: “This word is much better. I can see the choices you made, your calculations, your flow. Trust yourself. This word is yours.” He might as well have said, “This word is you.” 1．What did the author initially think of her name “Chen Yiwen”? A．It was lucky so she gladly accepted it. B．She felt proud of its symbolic meaning. C．She understood the intention but still disliked it. D．Its strange pronunciation made her embarrassed. 2．The author decided to learn calligraphy to ______. A．pick up a new hobby B．reconnect with her origin C．gain insights into a new culture D．fit in with local community 3．From the teacher’s words, the author learns that calligraphy ______. A．reflects the creator’s spirits B．comes from creative energy C．highlights the design of strokes D．depends on continuous practice 4．What does the author intend to tell us? A．Appreciate what our culture offers. B．Find beauty from your inner self. C．A great teacher leads you to truth. D．We are the sum of what we create. 2 One of the earliest forms of writing which is still being used today is Chinese characters, or hanzi. The image that many people have of Chinese characters is that they are all pictograms, but this is far from the case because pictograms have very limited use. Simple pictograms might be practical, for example, if one is making a shopping list of items to buy at the store, but they are fairly useless if one is writing something more complex or abstract. So it is a mistake to assume that written Chinese is a “picture language”． Besides pictograms, there are simple ideograms. These are characters which provide an abstract picture of an idea, but in an often easily recognizable form. For example, “up” is “上” while “down” is “下”. While the meanings of many ideograms are not this easy to work out, they tend to be simple, easy-to-remember characters which are commonly used. Next we have a common category of hanzi: compound characters. These are where elements of two or more characters are combined in one character for a new meaning. Some of these are easy to understand. In many cases, however, the meanings of compound characters are more difficult to work out. Phonetic loan characters are the characters which started out as pictograms. However, they were often used to mean other words that had the same pronunciation. A good example of this is “目”. While it can be used in modern Chinese with the meaning “eye”, it is most often used to mean “an item on a list”. The reason was that Chinese had a word for “an item on a list” but lacked a character for it, so the word took the character “目”, a character with the same pronunciation. A final category of Chinese characters is by far the most common. These are phonetic-semantic characters. With phonetic-semantic characters, one element of each character gives a clue to the pronunciation, while the other gives a clue to the meaning. Over the centuries, Chinese characters have continually been developed, with a trend towards the simple and more abstract. It was thought that the complexity of some Chinese characters was keeping people from being able to learn them. Thus, during the 1950s and 1960s, the Chinese government rolled out simplified Chinese characters. 5．Why are pictograms sometimes not practical for use in a writing system? A．They are only available for shopping. B．They are too complex for people to learn. C．They cannot convey abstract ideas very well. D．They are quite complicated and difficult to write. 6．What do we know about compound characters according to the passage? A．They are drawings of objects used in a writing system. B．They are characters which use elements of two or more characters. C．They are characters used in a writing system to convey abstract concepts. D．They are characters which give clues to both the meaning and pronunciation. 7．Which of the following categories does the character “模” belong to? A．Pictograms. B．Phonetic loan characters. C．Ideograms. D．Phonetic-semantic characters. 8．What would be the benefit of simplifying Chinese characters according to the passage? A．Creating a standard character set for China. B．Visualizing the image of Chinese characters. C．Popularizing the use of Chinese characters. D．Reproducing a high-grade character for calligraphy. 3 Calligraphy, in the DNA of Chinese culture, has been inherited(继承) by Chinese people from ancient times to the present, showing no signs of fading even today. Millions of modern Chinese show their respect to great ancient calligraphers by imitating model calligraphic books by ancient masters year in and year out. Among these artistic superstars, Su Shi stands out as one of the brightest. Su Shi(1037-1101), alias Su Dongpo, was a famous writer, calligrapher, and painter of the Northern Song Dynasty. As a brilliant calligrapher, his artistic taste and calligraphy theory have profound influence on modern calligraphy learners, both professionals and amateurs. The great significance of Su Shi’s calligraphy lies in his advocacy of yi(self-expression), which became a feature of Song calligraphy. Through yi, calligraphers can express their genuine feelings and bring forth a rich association of ideas. Regarded as the third most famous semi-cursive(行书) work in Chinese history, Han Shi Tie is Su Shi’s finest calligraphic one. The whole work seems fully controlled by the author’s emotions, thereby breaking many conventions. His second theoretical belief was to capture the spirit of previous masters rather than rigidly imitating their forms. In learning from Yan Zhenqing, a great calligrapher of the Tang Dynasty, Su Shi succeeded in capturing Yan’s spirit even though he ignored his calligraphic form. Su Shi also put great emphasis on the importance of individuality. His artworks are like needles hidden within cotton—inward strength and outward softness. Finally, Su Shi emphasized the importance of staying natural. He pointed out that the basic requirement in holding the brush is to leave the hand open and loose. A relaxed mind paired with a natural hand gesture will leave the calligrapher in the best mood for creating. It is safe to say Su Shi will be admired by future generations. It is not only because of his remarkable calligraphy but his personality. 9．Why does the author mention “DNA” in paragraph 1? A．To show the influence of Su Shi. B．To introduce biological knowledge. C．To tell us Chinese cultural background. D．To emphasize the importance of calligraphy. 10．What do the underlined words “rigidly imitating” mean in paragraph 4? A．Inflexibly copying. B．Directly applying. C．Conservatively using. D．Properly creating. 11．Which of the following might Su Shi approve of? A．Ignore the traditions in calligraphy. B．Hold the brush tightly when creating. C．Focus on forms instead of spirit. D．Adopt yi theory to express emotions and ideas. 12．What’s the best title of the text? A．The DNA of Chinese Culture B．A Bright Star in Calligraphy C．Calligraphy in Song Dynasty D．The Most Outstanding Calligrapher 4 Every week in China, millions of people will sit in front of TV watching teenagers compete for the title Character Hero, which is a Chinese-style selling bee（拼写大赛）. In this challenge, young competitors must write Chinese characters by hand. To prepare for the competition, the competitors usually spend months studying dictionaries. Perhaps the show's popularity should not be a surprise. Along with gunpowder and paper, many Chinese people consider the creation of Chinese calligraphy to be one of their primary contributions to civilization. Unfortunately, all over the country, Chinese people are fretting how to write their own language without computerized help. Software on smart phones and computers allows users to type in the basic sound of the word using the Latin alphabet. It's possible to recognize characters without remembering how to write them. But there's still hope for the paint brush. China's Education Ministry wants children to spend more time learning how to write. In one Beijing primary school we visited, students practice calligraphy everyday inside a specially decorated classroom with traditional Chinese paintings hanging on the walls. Soft music plays as a group of six-year-olds dip brush pens into black ink. They look up at the blackboard often to study their teacher's examples before carefully attempting to reproduce those characters on thin rice paper. "If adults can survive without using handwriting, why bother to teach it now?" we ask the calligraphy teacher, Shen Bin, "The ability to write characters is part of Chinese tradition and culture," she reasons. "Students must learn now so they don't forget when they grow up." says the teacher. 13．What can we infer from about the Chinese character spelling bee from the first paragraph? A．It usually lasts several months. B．It has a large number of audience. C．The competitors must be students. D．It prepares the teenagers for exams. 14．What is the goal of the Chinese character spelling bee? A．To improve teenagers' ability to write Chinese characters. B．To encourage teenagers to compete for prize. C．To appreciate the sound of the Chinese characters. D．To make teenagers make use of dictionaries. 15．What's author's attitude towards the present situation of protecting Chinese calligraphy in paragraph 3? A．Positive. B．Confused. C．Unconcerned. D．Worried. 16．Why should students learn to write characters, according to Shen Bin? A．It bridges the generation gap. B．It helps students get high marks in exams. C．It is to preserve Chinese tradition and culture. D．It is a way to find talented students in calligraphy. 5 The Art of Digitizing Ancient Calligraphy From the moment we wake up and check the messages on our smartphones, we’re exposed to text design. Throughout our day, storefronts and websites announce themselves through the typefaces (字体) they use. Adonian Chan, a 33-year-old Hong Kong graphic designer, calls the different texts a "visual landscape". In his hometown, signs written in traditional Chinese characters can be found around every corner. One calligraphy style, above all, has come to represent Hong Kong for Chan: Beiwei Kaishu, which has its origins in 4th century China. After World War II, Beiwei Kaishu was used widely in Hong Kong signs, partly because it is highly recognizable, even from far distances. But with the appearance of LED signs and computer-generated (计算机合成的) typefaces,  signs written in the style were disappearing from Hong Kong. As a result, few designers working today are aware of the Beiwei Kaishu style. In 2016, Chan asked a master of calligraphy in Hong Kong to teach him to write in the Beiwei Kaishu style. He then started the process of digitizing the characters. He first writes the characters on paper with a brush and ink. Next, he makes a pencil sketch. Finally, he recreates the characters digitally, using a computer program called Glyphs. One of the main challenges when digitizing the ancient calligraphy is striking a balance between the artistic expression and the need of design, says Chan. He can complete two characters a day, depending on their complexity (复杂性), and is aiming to digitize 6, 000 characters. Chan says his project is more than preserving a centuries-old writing style and that he sees himself as building on the work of previous generations. He has named his typeface Beiwei Zansyu and hopes it will eventually be installed on phones and computers. 17．Why was Beiwei Kaishu popular in HongKong after World War II? A．It has a long history. B．It can be seen clearly. C．It was a symbol of HongKong. D．It fitted in the “visual landscape”. 18．What leads to the disappearing of Beiwei Kaishu? A．Its pattern. B．Urban development. C．Its designers. D．New technologies. 19．What can we infer from the last two paragraphs? A．Beiwei Zansyu will be available soon. B．Beiwei Zansyu looks great on phones. C．The complexity of Beiwei Zansyu limits Chan’s speed. D．Preserving the Beiwei Zansyu’s style is Chan’s only purpose. 6 Ancient China produced many types of beautiful works of art. Among them, calligraphy (书法), poetry (诗歌) and painting are the most famous. Often they would be put together in art.These became important starting with the Song dynasty. Calligraphy is the art of handwriting. In the old times the Chinese considered writing as an important form of art. Calligraphers would practice for years to learn to write perfectly, but with style. Each of the over 40,000 characters (汉字) needed to be written correctly. And each stroke (笔画) in a character had to be written in a certain order. Poetry is also an important form of art. Great poets were famous all over the country, and all educated people were expected to write poetry. During the Tang dynasty poetry was so important that writing poetry was part of the examinations to become a civil servant (文官)and work for the government. Chinese painting is often connected with calligraphy. It is one of the oldest artistic traditions in the world. The most traditional way of Chinese painting is known as “national painting” or “native painting” which is quite different from Western painting. People can draw mountains, buildings, birds, trees and water. 20．Calligraphers needed to write over _____ characters correctly in the old times. A．10,000 B．20,000 C．30,000 D．40,000 21．What was part of the civil servant examinations during the Tang dynasty? A．Painting. B．Calligraphy. C．Writing poetry. D．Playing music. 22．Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A．Calligraphy, poetry, and painting are the most famous works of art in ancient China. B．The strokes of each character can be written in any order. C．Poetry is an important form of art like calligraphy. D．Chinese painting is often connected with calligraphy. 23．What’s the passage mainly about? A．Chinese art. B．Chinese examinations. C．Chinese history. D．Chinese dynasties. 7 At the beginning, written Chinese was a picture-based language. It dates back several thousand years to the use of longgu—animal bones and shells on which symbols were carved by ancient Chinese people. Some of the ancient symbols can still be seen in today’s hanzi. By the Shang Dynasty (around 1600-1046 BCE), these symbols had become a well-developed writing system. Over the years, the system developed into different forms, as it was a time when people were divided geographically leading to many varieties of dialects and characters. This, however, changed under Emperor Qinshihuang of the Qin Dynasty (221-207BCE). Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. That writing system was of great importance in uniting the Chinese people and culture. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can all still communicate in writing. Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China’s present is connected with its past. People in modern times can read the classic works which were written by Chinese in ancient times. The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture. Today, the Chinese writing system is still an important part of Chinese culture. As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China’s culture and history through this amazing language. 24．The text is mainly about________. A．The Chinese picture-based language B．The history of Chinese writing system C．The past and the present D．The importance of Chinese calligraphy 25．The writer organized the text by________. A．giving examples B．time order C．making comparison D．space order 26．More and more international students are beginning to appreciate China’s culture and history, because________. A．China plays a greater role in international affairs B．Chinese writing system is important in the world C．China’s language is amazing for international students D．Chinese calligraphy has a long history 8 The Chinese written language originated very early. However, people began to like the art of writing, and pay attention to the creator’s thinking and spirit since the period between the Late Han Dynasty and Wei Jin Dynasty. The Chinese calligraphy fonts(字体) gradually evolved from oracle, Chinese bronze inscriptions and silk manuscripts to the following five main schools: School Representative Master Feature Seal Script Li Si There are Big Zhuan and Small Zhuan. The Big Zhuan includes all the ancient Chinese calligraphy fonts before Qin Dynasty. The Small Zhuan are the characters commonly used by officials after Qin united China. These characters feature balanced left and right parts and a bit complicated structures. Official Script Cai Yong A simplified form of script since seal characters were too complicated for officials to use when copying documents. Regular Script Ouyang Xun, Yan Zhenqing, Liu Gongquan Also named Zhenshu or Zhengshu, Kaishu is regular with a tight structure and fluent strokes. Cursive Hand Zhang Xu, Huai Su Caoshu is characterized by sketchy, simplified forms of characters, often distorted or exaggerated to achieve an internal rhythmic appearance within the compositions of characters. Running Hand Wang Xizhi, Yan Zhenqing; Su Shi Xingshu is something between the regular script and the cursive scripts in the initial period and now is between the official script and cursive(草写体的)hand. Chinese masters have always compared the three styles of writing, Kaishu, Xingshu, Caoshu to people standing, walking and running respectively. 27．The difference between Seal Script and Official Script lies in ______. A．the difficulty to write B．their function in use C．who often wrote them D．how cursive they are 28．Which school is compared to people walking according to the text? A．Official Script. B．Running Hand. C．Cursive Hand. D．Regular Script. 29．If you want to practice both Regular Script and Running Hand, who is a better choice to choose based on this article? A．Ouyang Xun. B．Yan Zhenqing. C．Zhang Xu. D．Wang Xizhi. 9 请阅读下面短文，并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入一个最恰当的单词。注意：请将答案写在答题卡上相应题号的横线上。每个空格只填一个单词。 The Art of Chinese Calligraphy Chinese calligraphy is the world’s most favorable form of art. When 1 was a preschooler, I was briefly taught by my grandfather to write Chinese calligraphy. Even though everything has gradually been only a blur (模糊) in my memory over the years, one thing I certainly have not lost is that I can still grip the ink brush correctly. Imagine that someone obtains such a cherished occasion to sit down and spend a little unaccompanied time of quietness, allowing one's intellect to think freely and express out in a written script their deepest thoughts. A piece of Xuan paper is first carefully placed on top of a desk pad. Then, use a paper- weight to hold down the Xuan paper, so it will be always locked in the right spot. Next without any hesitation, reach for the best ink brush. Do remember to immerse (浸润) the brush with just enough ink so there won't be any ink dripping. Then start to write. While the mind unfolds, the brush sheer per stokes of Chinese character into the rhythmic motion of expressions, In history, Chinese calligraphers have always written the script as a common way for message transmission during various audience engagements of contributors. It also makes for better cultural understanding of a different period of Chinese history. Chinese calligraphers have a variety of reasons to study the art form. For some people. practicing writing the regular script will keep the traditional culture alive. Others think it a perfect way to relax from all the daily happenings. There's still an uncountable new form of script style that has kept the art going in a way to promote the fine art of Chinese culture in our present day. Nowadays, Chinese calligraphers strongly believe there's more than just written communication. Countless existing works display Chinese literature. They understand what it meant to become an accomplished Chinese calligrapher. It takes many years of strictly copying from the master's correct written stokes, to gain the skill in the regular script until exemplary, perfect and beyond expert level. One requirement is to know the wring structures of several Chinese script styles. The new approach to script writing is gaining ground, especially in western countries. Inspiring Chinese calligraphers who are willing to perfect the craft tend to create new ideas to re- present the visible images. The contemporary bending of color hypothesis sets a brand-new standard for Chinese calligraphers. That makes every sort of collective portrait of Chinese characters into a well- presented masterwork of applied arts. As much exceptional quality of diverse formed of masterpiece appears overtime. It's a reminder that in all classes of society we must pass our heritage down to the next generation so our ancestors are more than merely just a portion of history. Instead, it is never to be forgot- ten as an integral part of the culture. “A soul is essential for a country and a nation, " Chinese President Xi Jinping said. “Professionals in the sectors of culture, art, philosophy and social sciences are important soul builders.” The Art of Chinese Calligraphy Brief introduction Chinese calligraphy is the world's most favorable form of art, which has a 30 influence on a practice's mind. The process of its practice ★Set aside an undisturbed time. ★Lay out a piece of Xuan paper with a paper weight pressing 31 it. ★Don't absorb too much in kin to the brush in case the ink 32 . ★Start to write with the brush as the mind unfolds. Diversity of its functions and value ★Chinese calligraphy plays a role of 33 messages. ★It also 34 better cultural understanding of a different period of Chinese history. ★It can perfectly create a 35 atmosphere，from all the daily happenings. ★Practicing writing the regular script will keep the traditional culture 36 . ★Chinese calligraphy may greatly improve a person's literary 37 . ★Chinese calligraphy is likely to develop a person's 38 skills to meet their pursuit of perfection. Conclusion Chinese calligraphy is an integral part of the culture，which 39 people's soul with rich images. 二、语法填空 1 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Chinese calligraphy is an artistic practice of writing Chinese characters, often with a brush and ink on rice paper. The 40 (develop) of Chinese calligraphy began alongside the earliest Chinese characters 41 (discover) to date from the Shang Dynasty in Anyang, Henan Province. Over time, calligraphy gradually took shape as a form of art rather than a mere means of record. Calligraphy is a 42 (demand) and advanced art. The type of brush, density (浓度) of ink and texture (质感) of paper can all affect the output. Structure and spacial layout (空间布局) as a whole determine its quality. Moreover, it is widely believed 43 the emotions and philosophy of the writer are directly reflected on calligraphy. Calligraphy is refined art (高雅艺术). Lan Ting Xu, created by Wang Xizhi during the Eastern Jin Dynasty (317-420), 44 (be) one of the most famous masterpieces of Chinese calligraphy. 45 (it) elegance and expressive brush work bestowed (授予) it both historical 46 cultural significance in Chinese literature. Calligraphy is also within reach, which means other common people can have access to it. Like 47 Spring Festival couplets, calligraphy has always demonstrated persons’ preference for the traditional cultures 48 hanging up some famous works of calligraphy. Without doubt, the artistry is still 49 (high) valued today, for it is more than just writing, it is a living heritage. 2 As we know, calligraphy(书法)is something very special for Chinese. It is not only 50 important part of traditional culture but also a way of life for many people. Like oil painting and sculpture in the West, calligraphy is as much an artistic form 51 a spiritual anchor for many Chinese throughout history. From the 52 (invent)of various hieroglyphics(象形文字)to the evolution of various calligraphic styles, calligraphy 53 (play) an important role in Chinese culture and history for thousands of years. Calligraphy was well-respected in history. It was a base for barely available education 54 (opportunity), a stepping-stone to the upper class and a necessary condition for admiration among peers. During the Jin dynasty (AD 265-420), calligraphy became an expression of superiority among noble families. The competition was so great that young children 55 (order) to receive a large amount of training in calligraphy. Wang Xizhi was among those 56 (raise) in noble families. He 57 his son, Wang Xianzhi , are considered the 58 (great) calligraphers in Chinese history, whose achievements 59 (be) beyond compare. Therefore, the Jin dynasty is the peak of calligraphic works in Chinese history. 3 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Chinese Calligraphy is a traditional form of writing characters from the Chinese language through the use of ink and a brush. It is a tradition rooted in China through 60 (century) of practice. Over the past thousands of years, numerous script forms have arisen as a result of the transformation of Chinese characters, 61 (include) the seal script, official script, regular script, and running script. Calligraphy holds a central position in Chinese culture, 62 has developed into special high-level art apart from satisfying 63 needs of daily writing. It turns Chinese characters into images through pressure 64 speed variations of the pointed Chinese brush. It emphasizes the 65 (express) of emotions as well as mental exercise, which combines the body and the mind 66 (select) the best style for the presentation of the passage content. In English, “calligraphy” 67 (literal) means “beautiful writing”. As a cherished traditional art form in China, calligraphy functions as a written medium that bridges the diverse languages 68 (speak) throughout the country. Picasso, the world-famous master of art, once expressed, “If I had ever lived in China, I must 69 (become) a calligrapher.” 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$2025年高考英语一轮复习阅读热点话题 2025年高考英语一轮复习阅读热点话题 05.中国书法艺术 一、阅读理解 1 At my first lesson in Chinese calligraphy, my teacher told me plainly: “Now I will teach you how to write your name. And to make it beautiful.” I felt my breath catch. I was curious. Growing up in Singapore, I had an unusual relationship with my Chinese name. My parents are ethnically Chinese, so they asked fortune tellers to decide my name, aiming for maximum luck. As a result, I ended up with a nonsense and embarrassing name: Chen Yiwen, meaning, roughly, “old”, “barley (薏米)” and “warm”. When I arrived in America for college at 18, I put on an American accent and abandoned my Chinese name. When I moved to Hong Kong in 2021, after 14 years in the States, I decided to learn calligraphy. Why not get back in touch with my heritage? I thought. In calligraphy, the idea is to copy the old masters’ techniques, thereby refining your own. Every week, though, my teacher would give uncomfortably on-the-nose assessments of my person. “You need to be braver,” he once observed. “Have confidence. Try to produce a bold stroke(笔画).” For years, I had prided myself on presenting an image of confidence, but my writing betrayed me. I was trying to make sense of this practice. You must visualize the word as it is to be written and leave a trace of yourself in it. As a bodily practice, calligraphy could go beyond its own cultural restrictions. Could it help me go beyond mine? My teacher once said to me, “When you look at the word, you see the body. Though a word on the page is two-dimensional, it contains multitudes, conveying the force you’ve applied, the energy of your grip, the arch of your spine.” I had been learning calligraphy to get in touch with my cultural roots, but what I was really seeking was a return to myself. Now I have sensed that the pleasure out of calligraphy allows me to know myself more fully. During a recent lesson, my teacher pointed at the word I had just finished, telling me: “This word is much better. I can see the choices you made, your calculations, your flow. Trust yourself. This word is yours.” He might as well have said, “This word is you.” 1．What did the author initially think of her name “Chen Yiwen”? A．It was lucky so she gladly accepted it. B．She felt proud of its symbolic meaning. C．She understood the intention but still disliked it. D．Its strange pronunciation made her embarrassed. 2．The author decided to learn calligraphy to ______. A．pick up a new hobby B．reconnect with her origin C．gain insights into a new culture D．fit in with local community 3．From the teacher’s words, the author learns that calligraphy ______. A．reflects the creator’s spirits B．comes from creative energy C．highlights the design of strokes D．depends on continuous practice 4．What does the author intend to tell us? A．Appreciate what our culture offers. B．Find beauty from your inner self. C．A great teacher leads you to truth. D．We are the sum of what we create. 2 One of the earliest forms of writing which is still being used today is Chinese characters, or hanzi. The image that many people have of Chinese characters is that they are all pictograms, but this is far from the case because pictograms have very limited use. Simple pictograms might be practical, for example, if one is making a shopping list of items to buy at the store, but they are fairly useless if one is writing something more complex or abstract. So it is a mistake to assume that written Chinese is a “picture language”． Besides pictograms, there are simple ideograms. These are characters which provide an abstract picture of an idea, but in an often easily recognizable form. For example, “up” is “上” while “down” is “下”. While the meanings of many ideograms are not this easy to work out, they tend to be simple, easy-to-remember characters which are commonly used. Next we have a common category of hanzi: compound characters. These are where elements of two or more characters are combined in one character for a new meaning. Some of these are easy to understand. In many cases, however, the meanings of compound characters are more difficult to work out. Phonetic loan characters are the characters which started out as pictograms. However, they were often used to mean other words that had the same pronunciation. A good example of this is “目”. While it can be used in modern Chinese with the meaning “eye”, it is most often used to mean “an item on a list”. The reason was that Chinese had a word for “an item on a list” but lacked a character for it, so the word took the character “目”, a character with the same pronunciation. A final category of Chinese characters is by far the most common. These are phonetic-semantic characters. With phonetic-semantic characters, one element of each character gives a clue to the pronunciation, while the other gives a clue to the meaning. Over the centuries, Chinese characters have continually been developed, with a trend towards the simple and more abstract. It was thought that the complexity of some Chinese characters was keeping people from being able to learn them. Thus, during the 1950s and 1960s, the Chinese government rolled out simplified Chinese characters. 5．Why are pictograms sometimes not practical for use in a writing system? A．They are only available for shopping. B．They are too complex for people to learn. C．They cannot convey abstract ideas very well. D．They are quite complicated and difficult to write. 6．What do we know about compound characters according to the passage? A．They are drawings of objects used in a writing system. B．They are characters which use elements of two or more characters. C．They are characters used in a writing system to convey abstract concepts. D．They are characters which give clues to both the meaning and pronunciation. 7．Which of the following categories does the character “模” belong to? A．Pictograms. B．Phonetic loan characters. C．Ideograms. D．Phonetic-semantic characters. 8．What would be the benefit of simplifying Chinese characters according to the passage? A．Creating a standard character set for China. B．Visualizing the image of Chinese characters. C．Popularizing the use of Chinese characters. D．Reproducing a high-grade character for calligraphy. 3 Calligraphy, in the DNA of Chinese culture, has been inherited(继承) by Chinese people from ancient times to the present, showing no signs of fading even today. Millions of modern Chinese show their respect to great ancient calligraphers by imitating model calligraphic books by ancient masters year in and year out. Among these artistic superstars, Su Shi stands out as one of the brightest. Su Shi(1037-1101), alias Su Dongpo, was a famous writer, calligrapher, and painter of the Northern Song Dynasty. As a brilliant calligrapher, his artistic taste and calligraphy theory have profound influence on modern calligraphy learners, both professionals and amateurs. The great significance of Su Shi’s calligraphy lies in his advocacy of yi(self-expression), which became a feature of Song calligraphy. Through yi, calligraphers can express their genuine feelings and bring forth a rich association of ideas. Regarded as the third most famous semi-cursive(行书) work in Chinese history, Han Shi Tie is Su Shi’s finest calligraphic one. The whole work seems fully controlled by the author’s emotions, thereby breaking many conventions. His second theoretical belief was to capture the spirit of previous masters rather than rigidly imitating their forms. In learning from Yan Zhenqing, a great calligrapher of the Tang Dynasty, Su Shi succeeded in capturing Yan’s spirit even though he ignored his calligraphic form. Su Shi also put great emphasis on the importance of individuality. His artworks are like needles hidden within cotton—inward strength and outward softness. Finally, Su Shi emphasized the importance of staying natural. He pointed out that the basic requirement in holding the brush is to leave the hand open and loose. A relaxed mind paired with a natural hand gesture will leave the calligrapher in the best mood for creating. It is safe to say Su Shi will be admired by future generations. It is not only because of his remarkable calligraphy but his personality. 9．Why does the author mention “DNA” in paragraph 1? A．To show the influence of Su Shi. B．To introduce biological knowledge. C．To tell us Chinese cultural background. D．To emphasize the importance of calligraphy. 10．What do the underlined words “rigidly imitating” mean in paragraph 4? A．Inflexibly copying. B．Directly applying. C．Conservatively using. D．Properly creating. 11．Which of the following might Su Shi approve of? A．Ignore the traditions in calligraphy. B．Hold the brush tightly when creating. C．Focus on forms instead of spirit. D．Adopt yi theory to express emotions and ideas. 12．What’s the best title of the text? A．The DNA of Chinese Culture B．A Bright Star in Calligraphy C．Calligraphy in Song Dynasty D．The Most Outstanding Calligrapher 4 Every week in China, millions of people will sit in front of TV watching teenagers compete for the title Character Hero, which is a Chinese-style selling bee（拼写大赛）. In this challenge, young competitors must write Chinese characters by hand. To prepare for the competition, the competitors usually spend months studying dictionaries. Perhaps the show's popularity should not be a surprise. Along with gunpowder and paper, many Chinese people consider the creation of Chinese calligraphy to be one of their primary contributions to civilization. Unfortunately, all over the country, Chinese people are fretting how to write their own language without computerized help. Software on smart phones and computers allows users to type in the basic sound of the word using the Latin alphabet. It's possible to recognize characters without remembering how to write them. But there's still hope for the paint brush. China's Education Ministry wants children to spend more time learning how to write. In one Beijing primary school we visited, students practice calligraphy everyday inside a specially decorated classroom with traditional Chinese paintings hanging on the walls. Soft music plays as a group of six-year-olds dip brush pens into black ink. They look up at the blackboard often to study their teacher's examples before carefully attempting to reproduce those characters on thin rice paper. "If adults can survive without using handwriting, why bother to teach it now?" we ask the calligraphy teacher, Shen Bin, "The ability to write characters is part of Chinese tradition and culture," she reasons. "Students must learn now so they don't forget when they grow up." says the teacher. 13．What can we infer from about the Chinese character spelling bee from the first paragraph? A．It usually lasts several months. B．It has a large number of audience. C．The competitors must be students. D．It prepares the teenagers for exams. 14．What is the goal of the Chinese character spelling bee? A．To improve teenagers' ability to write Chinese characters. B．To encourage teenagers to compete for prize. C．To appreciate the sound of the Chinese characters. D．To make teenagers make use of dictionaries. 15．What's author's attitude towards the present situation of protecting Chinese calligraphy in paragraph 3? A．Positive. B．Confused. C．Unconcerned. D．Worried. 16．Why should students learn to write characters, according to Shen Bin? A．It bridges the generation gap. B．It helps students get high marks in exams. C．It is to preserve Chinese tradition and culture. D．It is a way to find talented students in calligraphy. 5 The Art of Digitizing Ancient Calligraphy From the moment we wake up and check the messages on our smartphones, we’re exposed to text design. Throughout our day, storefronts and websites announce themselves through the typefaces (字体) they use. Adonian Chan, a 33-year-old Hong Kong graphic designer, calls the different texts a "visual landscape". In his hometown, signs written in traditional Chinese characters can be found around every corner. One calligraphy style, above all, has come to represent Hong Kong for Chan: Beiwei Kaishu, which has its origins in 4th century China. After World War II, Beiwei Kaishu was used widely in Hong Kong signs, partly because it is highly recognizable, even from far distances. But with the appearance of LED signs and computer-generated (计算机合成的) typefaces,  signs written in the style were disappearing from Hong Kong. As a result, few designers working today are aware of the Beiwei Kaishu style. In 2016, Chan asked a master of calligraphy in Hong Kong to teach him to write in the Beiwei Kaishu style. He then started the process of digitizing the characters. He first writes the characters on paper with a brush and ink. Next, he makes a pencil sketch. Finally, he recreates the characters digitally, using a computer program called Glyphs. One of the main challenges when digitizing the ancient calligraphy is striking a balance between the artistic expression and the need of design, says Chan. He can complete two characters a day, depending on their complexity (复杂性), and is aiming to digitize 6, 000 characters. Chan says his project is more than preserving a centuries-old writing style and that he sees himself as building on the work of previous generations. He has named his typeface Beiwei Zansyu and hopes it will eventually be installed on phones and computers. 17．Why was Beiwei Kaishu popular in HongKong after World War II? A．It has a long history. B．It can be seen clearly. C．It was a symbol of HongKong. D．It fitted in the “visual landscape”. 18．What leads to the disappearing of Beiwei Kaishu? A．Its pattern. B．Urban development. C．Its designers. D．New technologies. 19．What can we infer from the last two paragraphs? A．Beiwei Zansyu will be available soon. B．Beiwei Zansyu looks great on phones. C．The complexity of Beiwei Zansyu limits Chan’s speed. D．Preserving the Beiwei Zansyu’s style is Chan’s only purpose. 6 Ancient China produced many types of beautiful works of art. Among them, calligraphy (书法), poetry (诗歌) and painting are the most famous. Often they would be put together in art.These became important starting with the Song dynasty. Calligraphy is the art of handwriting. In the old times the Chinese considered writing as an important form of art. Calligraphers would practice for years to learn to write perfectly, but with style. Each of the over 40,000 characters (汉字) needed to be written correctly. And each stroke (笔画) in a character had to be written in a certain order. Poetry is also an important form of art. Great poets were famous all over the country, and all educated people were expected to write poetry. During the Tang dynasty poetry was so important that writing poetry was part of the examinations to become a civil servant (文官)and work for the government. Chinese painting is often connected with calligraphy. It is one of the oldest artistic traditions in the world. The most traditional way of Chinese painting is known as “national painting” or “native painting” which is quite different from Western painting. People can draw mountains, buildings, birds, trees and water. 20．Calligraphers needed to write over _____ characters correctly in the old times. A．10,000 B．20,000 C．30,000 D．40,000 21．What was part of the civil servant examinations during the Tang dynasty? A．Painting. B．Calligraphy. C．Writing poetry. D．Playing music. 22．Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A．Calligraphy, poetry, and painting are the most famous works of art in ancient China. B．The strokes of each character can be written in any order. C．Poetry is an important form of art like calligraphy. D．Chinese painting is often connected with calligraphy. 23．What’s the passage mainly about? A．Chinese art. B．Chinese examinations. C．Chinese history. D．Chinese dynasties. 7 At the beginning, written Chinese was a picture-based language. It dates back several thousand years to the use of longgu—animal bones and shells on which symbols were carved by ancient Chinese people. Some of the ancient symbols can still be seen in today’s hanzi. By the Shang Dynasty (around 1600-1046 BCE), these symbols had become a well-developed writing system. Over the years, the system developed into different forms, as it was a time when people were divided geographically leading to many varieties of dialects and characters. This, however, changed under Emperor Qinshihuang of the Qin Dynasty (221-207BCE). Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. That writing system was of great importance in uniting the Chinese people and culture. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can all still communicate in writing. Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China’s present is connected with its past. People in modern times can read the classic works which were written by Chinese in ancient times. The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture. Today, the Chinese writing system is still an important part of Chinese culture. As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China’s culture and history through this amazing language. 24．The text is mainly about________. A．The Chinese picture-based language B．The history of Chinese writing system C．The past and the present D．The importance of Chinese calligraphy 25．The writer organized the text by________. A．giving examples B．time order C．making comparison D．space order 26．More and more international students are beginning to appreciate China’s culture and history, because________. A．China plays a greater role in international affairs B．Chinese writing system is important in the world C．China’s language is amazing for international students D．Chinese calligraphy has a long history 8 The Chinese written language originated very early. However, people began to like the art of writing, and pay attention to the creator’s thinking and spirit since the period between the Late Han Dynasty and Wei Jin Dynasty. The Chinese calligraphy fonts(字体) gradually evolved from oracle, Chinese bronze inscriptions and silk manuscripts to the following five main schools: School Representative Master Feature Seal Script Li Si There are Big Zhuan and Small Zhuan. The Big Zhuan includes all the ancient Chinese calligraphy fonts before Qin Dynasty. The Small Zhuan are the characters commonly used by officials after Qin united China. These characters feature balanced left and right parts and a bit complicated structures. Official Script Cai Yong A simplified form of script since seal characters were too complicated for officials to use when copying documents. Regular Script Ouyang Xun, Yan Zhenqing, Liu Gongquan Also named Zhenshu or Zhengshu, Kaishu is regular with a tight structure and fluent strokes. Cursive Hand Zhang Xu, Huai Su Caoshu is characterized by sketchy, simplified forms of characters, often distorted or exaggerated to achieve an internal rhythmic appearance within the compositions of characters. Running Hand Wang Xizhi, Yan Zhenqing; Su Shi Xingshu is something between the regular script and the cursive scripts in the initial period and now is between the official script and cursive(草写体的)hand. Chinese masters have always compared the three styles of writing, Kaishu, Xingshu, Caoshu to people standing, walking and running respectively. 27．The difference between Seal Script and Official Script lies in ______. A．the difficulty to write B．their function in use C．who often wrote them D．how cursive they are 28．Which school is compared to people walking according to the text? A．Official Script. B．Running Hand. C．Cursive Hand. D．Regular Script. 29．If you want to practice both Regular Script and Running Hand, who is a better choice to choose based on this article? A．Ouyang Xun. B．Yan Zhenqing. C．Zhang Xu. D．Wang Xizhi. 9 请阅读下面短文，并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入一个最恰当的单词。注意：请将答案写在答题卡上相应题号的横线上。每个空格只填一个单词。 The Art of Chinese Calligraphy Chinese calligraphy is the world’s most favorable form of art. When 1 was a preschooler, I was briefly taught by my grandfather to write Chinese calligraphy. Even though everything has gradually been only a blur (模糊) in my memory over the years, one thing I certainly have not lost is that I can still grip the ink brush correctly. Imagine that someone obtains such a cherished occasion to sit down and spend a little unaccompanied time of quietness, allowing one's intellect to think freely and express out in a written script their deepest thoughts. A piece of Xuan paper is first carefully placed on top of a desk pad. Then, use a paper- weight to hold down the Xuan paper, so it will be always locked in the right spot. Next without any hesitation, reach for the best ink brush. Do remember to immerse (浸润) the brush with just enough ink so there won't be any ink dripping. Then start to write. While the mind unfolds, the brush sheer per stokes of Chinese character into the rhythmic motion of expressions, In history, Chinese calligraphers have always written the script as a common way for message transmission during various audience engagements of contributors. It also makes for better cultural understanding of a different period of Chinese history. Chinese calligraphers have a variety of reasons to study the art form. For some people. practicing writing the regular script will keep the traditional culture alive. Others think it a perfect way to relax from all the daily happenings. There's still an uncountable new form of script style that has kept the art going in a way to promote the fine art of Chinese culture in our present day. Nowadays, Chinese calligraphers strongly believe there's more than just written communication. Countless existing works display Chinese literature. They understand what it meant to become an accomplished Chinese calligrapher. It takes many years of strictly copying from the master's correct written stokes, to gain the skill in the regular script until exemplary, perfect and beyond expert level. One requirement is to know the wring structures of several Chinese script styles. The new approach to script writing is gaining ground, especially in western countries. Inspiring Chinese calligraphers who are willing to perfect the craft tend to create new ideas to re- present the visible images. The contemporary bending of color hypothesis sets a brand-new standard for Chinese calligraphers. That makes every sort of collective portrait of Chinese characters into a well- presented masterwork of applied arts. As much exceptional quality of diverse formed of masterpiece appears overtime. It's a reminder that in all classes of society we must pass our heritage down to the next generation so our ancestors are more than merely just a portion of history. Instead, it is never to be forgot- ten as an integral part of the culture. “A soul is essential for a country and a nation, " Chinese President Xi Jinping said. “Professionals in the sectors of culture, art, philosophy and social sciences are important soul builders.” The Art of Chinese Calligraphy Brief introduction Chinese calligraphy is the world's most favorable form of art, which has a 30 influence on a practice's mind. The process of its practice ★Set aside an undisturbed time. ★Lay out a piece of Xuan paper with a paper weight pressing 31 it. ★Don't absorb too much in kin to the brush in case the ink 32 . ★Start to write with the brush as the mind unfolds. Diversity of its functions and value ★Chinese calligraphy plays a role of 33 messages. ★It also 34 better cultural understanding of a different period of Chinese history. ★It can perfectly create a 35 atmosphere，from all the daily happenings. ★Practicing writing the regular script will keep the traditional culture 36 . ★Chinese calligraphy may greatly improve a person's literary 37 . ★Chinese calligraphy is likely to develop a person's 38 skills to meet their pursuit of perfection. Conclusion Chinese calligraphy is an integral part of the culture，which 39 people's soul with rich images. 二、语法填空 1 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Chinese calligraphy is an artistic practice of writing Chinese characters, often with a brush and ink on rice paper. The 40 (develop) of Chinese calligraphy began alongside the earliest Chinese characters 41 (discover) to date from the Shang Dynasty in Anyang, Henan Province. Over time, calligraphy gradually took shape as a form of art rather than a mere means of record. Calligraphy is a 42 (demand) and advanced art. The type of brush, density (浓度) of ink and texture (质感) of paper can all affect the output. Structure and spacial layout (空间布局) as a whole determine its quality. Moreover, it is widely believed 43 the emotions and philosophy of the writer are directly reflected on calligraphy. Calligraphy is refined art (高雅艺术). Lan Ting Xu, created by Wang Xizhi during the Eastern Jin Dynasty (317-420), 44 (be) one of the most famous masterpieces of Chinese calligraphy. 45 (it) elegance and expressive brush work bestowed (授予) it both historical 46 cultural significance in Chinese literature. Calligraphy is also within reach, which means other common people can have access to it. Like 47 Spring Festival couplets, calligraphy has always demonstrated persons’ preference for the traditional cultures 48 hanging up some famous works of calligraphy. Without doubt, the artistry is still 49 (high) valued today, for it is more than just writing, it is a living heritage. 2 As we know, calligraphy(书法)is something very special for Chinese. It is not only 50 important part of traditional culture but also a way of life for many people. Like oil painting and sculpture in the West, calligraphy is as much an artistic form 51 a spiritual anchor for many Chinese throughout history. From the 52 (invent)of various hieroglyphics(象形文字)to the evolution of various calligraphic styles, calligraphy 53 (play) an important role in Chinese culture and history for thousands of years. Calligraphy was well-respected in history. It was a base for barely available education 54 (opportunity), a stepping-stone to the upper class and a necessary condition for admiration among peers. During the Jin dynasty (AD 265-420), calligraphy became an expression of superiority among noble families. The competition was so great that young children 55 (order) to receive a large amount of training in calligraphy. Wang Xizhi was among those 56 (raise) in noble families. He 57 his son, Wang Xianzhi , are considered the 58 (great) calligraphers in Chinese history, whose achievements 59 (be) beyond compare. Therefore, the Jin dynasty is the peak of calligraphic works in Chinese history. 3 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Chinese Calligraphy is a traditional form of writing characters from the Chinese language through the use of ink and a brush. It is a tradition rooted in China through 60 (century) of practice. Over the past thousands of years, numerous script forms have arisen as a result of the transformation of Chinese characters, 61 (include) the seal script, official script, regular script, and running script. Calligraphy holds a central position in Chinese culture, 62 has developed into special high-level art apart from satisfying 63 needs of daily writing. It turns Chinese characters into images through pressure 64 speed variations of the pointed Chinese brush. It emphasizes the 65 (express) of emotions as well as mental exercise, which combines the body and the mind 66 (select) the best style for the presentation of the passage content. In English, “calligraphy” 67 (literal) means “beautiful writing”. As a cherished traditional art form in China, calligraphy functions as a written medium that bridges the diverse languages 68 (speak) throughout the country. Picasso, the world-famous master of art, once expressed, “If I had ever lived in China, I must 69 (become) a calligrapher.” 参考答案 一、 1 1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。这篇文章主要讲述了作者学习中国书法的经历和感悟，包括初次接触书法时的情景，名字的由来，在美国放弃中文名，回到香港学习书法的原因，老师对自己的评价，以及通过书法对自身的思考和认识等。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“My parents are ethnically Chinese, so they asked fortune tellers to decide my name, aiming for maximum luck. As a result, I ended up with a nonsense and embarrassing name: Chen Yiwen, meaning, roughly, “old”, “barley (薏米)” and “warm”.( 我的父母是华裔，所以他们请算命先生给我取名字，希望能给我带来最大的好运。于是，我给自己取了一个毫无意义又尴尬的名字：陈薏温，意思大致是“陈旧”、“薏米”、“温暖”)”可知， 作者认为自己的名字“Chen Yi wen”是无意义且令人尴尬的，虽然父母是为了追求最大的运气才取这个名字，但她还是不喜欢。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“When I moved to Hong Kong in 2021, after 14 years in the States, I decided to learn calligraphy. Why not get back in touch with my heritage? I thought.(当我在美国生活了14年后，于2021年搬到香港时，我决定学习书法。为什么不跟我的传统联系一下呢？我想)”可知，作者决定学习书法是为了重新接触自己的文化根源。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段“During a recent lesson, my teacher pointed at the word I had just finished, telling me: “This word is much better. I can see the choices you made, your calculations, your flow. Trust yourself. This word is yours.” He might as well have said, “This word is you.”(在最近的一次课上，老师指着我刚完成的字对我说：“这个字好多了。我能看到你所做的选择，你的计算，你的心流。相信自己。这个词是你的。”他还不如说：“这个字就是你。”)”可推知，从老师的话中，作者了解到书法反映了创作者的精神。故选A。 4．推理判断题。推理判断题。根据最后一段“During a recent lesson, my teacher pointed at the word I had just finished, telling me: “This word is much better. I can see the choices you made, your calculations, your flow. Trust yourself. This word is yours.” He might as well have said, “This word is you.”(在最近的一次课上，老师指着我刚完成的字对我说：“这个字好多了。我能看到你所做的选择，你的计算，你的心流。相信自己。这个词是你的。”他还不如说：“这个字就是你。”)”可知，书法反映了创作者的精神。由此推知，作者想告诉我们，我们就是我们所创造的一切的总和。故选D。 2 5．C 6．B 7．D 8．C 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了汉字的起源、发展以及不同类型的汉字。 5．细节理解题。根据第一段的“The image that many people have of Chinese characters is that they are all pictograms, but this is far from the case because pictograms have very limited use. Simple pictograms might be practical, for example, if one is making a shopping list of items to buy at the store, but they are fairly useless if one is writing something more complex or abstract. (很多人对汉字的印象是它们都是象形文字，但事实远非如此，因为象形文字的用途非常有限。简单的象形文字可能是实用的，例如，如果一个人正在制作在商店购买的商品的购物清单，但如果一个人在写更复杂或抽象的东西，它们就相当无用了。)”可知，象形文字在书写系统中有时不实用是因为它们不能很好地表达抽象的思想。故选C。 6．细节理解题。根据第三段的“Next we have a common category of hanzi: compound characters. These are where elements of two or more characters are combined in one character for a new meaning. (接下来我们有一个常见的汉字类别：复合字。这是将两个或多个字符的元素组合在一个字符中以获得新含义的情况。) ”可知，复合字是使用两个或多个字符元素的字。故选B。 7．推理判断题。根据第五段的“With phonetic-semantic characters, one element of each character gives a clue to the pronunciation, while the other gives a clue to the meaning.(对于形声字，每个字的一个字符元素给出发音的线索，而另一个字符元素给出意义的线索。)”以及“模”字的左半部分表意义，右半部分表音，因此它属于形声字。故选D。 8．推理判断题。根据最后一段的“Over the centuries, Chinese characters have continually been developed, with a trend towards the simple and more abstract. It was thought that the complexity of some Chinese characters was keeping people from being able to learn them. Thus, during the 1950s and 1960s, the Chinese government rolled out simplified Chinese characters.(几个世纪以来，汉字不断发展，趋向于简洁和抽象。人们认为，一些汉字的复杂性使人们无法学习它们。因此，在20世纪50年代和60年代，中国政府推出了简体字。)”可知，简体字的好处是有利于推广使用汉字。故选C。 3 9．D 10．A 11．D 12．B 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国书法界的耀眼巨星苏轼及他的书法理论。 9．推理判断题。根据文章第一段“Calligraphy, in the DNA of Chinese culture, has been inherited(继承) by Chinese people from ancient times to the present, showing no signs of fading even today.(书法，在中国文化的DNA中，从古至今被中国人传承，即使在今天也没有褪色的迹象。)”可知书法是中国文化不可或缺的一部分，所以作者提到DNA就是为了强调书法在中国文化中的重要性。故选D项。 10．词句猜测题。根据文章第四段“His second theoretical belief was to capture the spirit of previous masters(他的第二个理论信念是汲取前人的精神)”以及“In learning from Yan Zhenqing, a great calligrapher of the Tang Dynasty, Su Shi succeeded in capturing Yan’s spirit even though he ignored his calligraphic form.(苏轼在学习唐代大书法家颜真卿的过程中，尽管苏轼忽略了颜真卿的书法形式却成功地捕捉到了他的精神。)”可知苏轼认为在学习前人的书法时主张要善于捕捉前人通过书法所传递的精神，而不是简单地刻意模仿。故此处的划线部分rigidly imitating意思与A项Inflexibly copying意思相近。故选A项。 11．推理判断题。根据文章第三段“The great significance of Su Shi’s calligraphy lies in his advocacy of yi(self-expression), which became a feature of Song calligraphy.(苏轼书法的重大意义在于他对“意”的倡导，这成为宋代书法的一个特点。)”可知，苏轼赞同通过“意”理论来表达情感和思想。故选D项。 12．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Among these artistic superstars, Su Shi stands out as one of the brightest.(在这些艺术巨星中，苏轼是最耀眼的一个。)”以及最后一段“It is safe to say Su Shi will be admired by future generations. It is not only because of his remarkable calligraphy but his personality.(可以肯定地说，苏轼将为后人所敬仰。这不仅是因为他出色的书法，还因为他的个性。)”及文章的第三、四、五和六段都是在讲苏轼的书法理论，所以文章主要是围绕着苏轼这位书法界的耀眼巨星展开的。故选B项。 4 13．B 14．A 15．A 16．C 【解析】本文是一篇新闻报道，主要讲的是中国人对书法和汉字的重视。 13．推理判断题。根据第一段的“Every week in China, millions of people will sit in front of TV watching teenagers compete for the title Character Hero, which is a Chinese-style selling bee（拼写大赛）. （在中国，每周都会有数以百万计的人坐在电视机前观看青少年们争夺“汉字英雄”的称号，这是一个中国风格的拼写大赛）”可知，这个拼写大赛有很多观众，故选B。 14．推理判断题。根据第一段的“In this challenge, young competitors must write Chinese characters by hand. To prepare for the competition, the competitors usually spend months studying dictionaries.（在这个挑战中，年轻的参赛者必须手写汉字。为了准备比赛，参赛者通常要花几个月的时间研究字典。）”可知，这个拼写大赛的目的是提高青少年的汉字书写能力。故选A。 15．推理判断题。根据第三段的“But there's still hope for the paint brush.（但毛笔还是有希望的。）”可知，作者对第三段中保护中国书法的现状持积极的态度，故选A。 16．推理判断题。根据最后一段的“The ability to write characters is part of Chinese tradition and culture（写字是中国传统和文化的一部分）”和“Students must learn now so they don't forget when they grow up.（学生必须现在就学习，这样长大后才不会忘记。）”可知，学生要学写汉字是为了保护中国的传统和文化。故选C。 5 17．B 18．D 19．C 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述古代书法的数字化艺术的一种社会现象。 17．细节理解题。根据第二段“After World War II, Beiwei Kaishu was used widely in Hong Kong signs, partly because it is highly recognizable, even from far distances.( 第二次世界大战后，北魏楷书被广泛用于香港的标识中，部分原因是它很容易辨认，即使从很远的地方也能认出来。)”可知，二战后，北魏楷书在香港很受欢迎的原因是它可以被看得很清楚。故选B。 18．细节理解题。根据第三段第一句“But with the appearance of LED signs and computer-generated(计算机合成的) typefaces,  signs written in the style were disappearing from Hong Kong. (但随着LED标识和电脑生成字体的出现，北魏楷书风格的标识正在从香港消失。)”可知，新科技的出现导致北魏楷书的消失。故选D。 19．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“One of the main challenges when digitizing the ancient calligraphy is striking a balance between the artistic expression and the need of design, says Chan. He can complete two characters a day, depending on their complexity(复杂性), and is aiming to digitize 6, 000 characters.( 陈说，将古代书法数字化的主要挑战之一是如何在手写字体的艺术表现和字体设计的一致性和连贯性之间取得平衡。根据复杂程度的不同，他每天可以完成两个汉字，他的目标是把6000个汉字数字化。)”可推知，北魏Zansyu的复杂性限制了将古代书法数字化的速度。故选C。 6 20．D 21．C 22．B 23．A 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国的书法、诗歌和绘画这三种艺术形式，分别介绍了每种艺术形式的历史和重要性。 20．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Calligraphers would practice for years to learn to write perfectly, but with style. Each of the over 40,000 characters (汉字) needed to be written correctly.”可知书法家们要练习多年，才能写出完美而又不失风格的书法。4万多个字，每一个字都需要正确书写。由此可知，古时候，书法家要正确书写4万多个汉字。故选D。 21．细节理解题。根据第三段中“During the Tang dynasty poetry was so important that writing poetry was part of the examinations to become a civil servant (文官)and work for the government.”可知在唐代，诗词非常重要，写诗是成为文官和为政府工作的考试内容之一。由此可知，唐代的文官考试内容是写诗。故选C。 22．细节理解题。根据第二段中“And each stroke (笔画) in a character had to be written in a certain order.”可知汉字的每一笔都必须按照一定的顺序书写。由此可知，B选项“每个汉字的笔画可以按任意顺序书写”错误。故选B。 23．主旨大意题。根据第一段中“Ancient China produced many types of beautiful works of art. Among them, calligraphy (书法), poetry (诗歌) and painting are the most famous.”可知古代中国产生了许多美丽的艺术品。其中，书法、诗歌和绘画最为著名。结合文章主要介绍了中国的书法、诗歌和绘画这三种艺术形式，分别介绍了每种艺术形式的历史和重要性。由此可知，这篇文章的主要内容是中国艺术。故选A。 7 24．B 25．B 26．A 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了中国文字系统的历史发展进程。 24．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“At the beginning, written Chinese was a picture-based language. It dates back several thousand years to the use of longgu—animal bones and shells on which symbols were carved by ancient Chinese people.（起初，书面汉语是一种以图画为基础的语言。它可以追溯到几千年前中国古人使用龙骨(一种动物的骨头和贝壳)来雕刻符号）”、文章第二段“By the Shang Dynasty (around 1600-1046 BCE), these symbols had become a well-developed writing system.（到商朝(大约公元前1600-1046年)，这些符号已经成为一个很发达的书写系统）”、文章第三段“Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction.（秦始皇将七国统一为一个国家，中国文字系统开始朝一个方向发展）”和文章最后一段“Today, the Chinese writing system is still an important part of Chinese culture.（今天，汉字书写系统仍然是中国文化的重要组成部分）”可知，文章主要介绍了中国文字系统的历史发展进程。故选B。 25．推理判断题。根据文章第一段“At the beginning, written Chinese was a picture-based language. （起初，书面汉语是一种以图画为基础的语言）”、文章第二段“By the Shang Dynasty (around 1600-1046 BCE), these symbols had become a well-developed writing system.（到商朝(大约公元前1600-1046年)，这些符号已经成为一个很发达的书写系统）”、文章第三段“Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction.（秦始皇将七国统一为一个国家，中国文字系统开始朝一个方向发展）”和文章最后一段“Today, the Chinese writing system is still an important part of Chinese culture.（今天，汉字书写系统仍然是中国文化的重要组成部分）”推知，作者是按照时间发展顺序组织文章的。故选B。 26．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China’s culture and history through this amazing language.（随着中国在全球事务中扮演着越来越重要的角色，越来越多的国际学生开始通过这门神奇的语言来欣赏中国的文化和历史）”可知，越来越多的国际学生开始欣赏中国的文化和历史是因为中国在国际事务中发挥着更大的作用。故选A。 8 27．A 28．B 29．B 【解析】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了中国的五个书法艺术流派。 27．细节理解题。根据Seal Script中的These characters feature balanced left and right parts and a bit complicated structures.(这些字的特点是左右平衡，结构有点复杂。)和Official Script 中“A simplified form of script since seal characters were too complicated for officials to use when copying documents.”（由于篆书过于复杂，官员在抄写文件时无法使用，因此简化了文字形式。）可知，篆书与隶书的区别在于书写的难度。故选A项。 28．细节理解题。根据Running Hand 中“Chinese masters have always compared the three styles of writing, Kaishu, Xingshu, Caoshu to people standing, walking and running respectively.”（中国的大师们总是把楷书、行书、草书这三种文体分别比作人的站立、行走和奔跑。）可知，行书流派被比作人的行走。故选B项。 29．细节理解题。根据Regular Script中“Yan Zhenqing”以及Running Hand中“Yan Zhenqing”可知，如果你想同时练习楷书和行书，根据这篇文章，你应该选择颜真卿流派。故选B项。 9 30．lasting / positive 31．against 32．drips / drops 33．conveying / transmitting 34．promotes 35．relaxed 36．alive 37．quality 38．innovative / creative 39．shapes / builds 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章认为中国书法是一种艺术形式。它具有传承文化、史学研究、熏陶文学素养、放松心情和培养创造力等多种价值。 30．考查形容词。根据第一段中Even though everything has gradually been only a blur (模糊) in my memory over the years, one thing I certainly have not lost is that I can still grip the ink brush correctly.可知虽然这些年来我的记忆逐渐变得模糊，但有一件事我没有忘记，那就是我仍然能够正确地握笔。由此可知，中国书法是世界上最受欢迎的艺术形式，它对人们的思想有持久的或积极的影响。短语have a lasting/positive effect on，表示“对……有持久的/积极的影响”。故填lasting / positive。 31．考查介词。根据第三段中Then, use a paper- weight to hold down the xuan paper, so it will be always locked in the right spot.可知然后，用镇纸压住宣纸，这样它就会一直锁在正确的位置。由此可知，拿出一张宣纸，把纸压在宣纸上。短语press against“压着”。故填against。 32．考查动词。根据第三段中Do remember to immerse the brush with just enough ink so there won't be any ink dripping.可知一定要记得用足够的墨水浸泡刷子，这样才不会有墨水滴下来。由此可知，不要把太多的墨水吸在笔上，以免墨水滴下来。句子的谓语部分应用drop /drip，且主语为ink，时态为一般现在时，谓语动词用第三人称单数。故填drips / drops。 33．考查非谓语动词。根据第四段中In history, Chinese calligraphers have always written the script as a common way for message transmission during various audience engagements of contributors.可知在历史上，中国书法家在投稿者的各种各样的观众接触中，一直把书写脚本作为一种常见的信息传递方式。由此可知，中国书法起着传递信息的作用。表示“传递”动词为convey/transmit，of为介词后跟动名词做宾语。故填conveying / transmitting。 34．考查动词时态。根据第四段第二句It also makes for better cultural understanding of a different period of Chinese history.可知这也有助于更好地了解中国不同历史时期的文化。由此可知，它也促进了对中国不同历史时期的文化理解。句中缺少谓语动词表示“促进”应用promote，且描述客观事实用一般现在时，主语为it，谓语动词用第三人称单数。故填promotes。 35．考查形容词。根据第四段中Others think it a perfect way to relax from all the daily happenings.可知另一些人认为这是一种从日常生活中放松的完美方式。由此可知，它能完美地从日常生活中创造出一种轻松的气氛。修饰后文形容词atmosphere，且表示“放松”应用形容词relaxed。故填relaxed。 36．考查形容词。根据第四段中For some people, practicing writing the regular script will keep the traditional culture alive.可知对一些人来说，练习写楷书可以保持传统文化的活力。由此可知，练习写楷书将保持传统文化的活力。故填alive。 37．考查名词。根据第五段中It takes many years of strictly copying from the master's correct written stokes, to gain the skill in the regular script until exemplary, perfect and beyond expert level. One requirement is to know the wring structures of several Chinese script styles.可知它花了许多年严格复制大师正确的书面石笔，以获得的技能，在正规的脚本，直到典范，完美和超越专家水平。一项要求是了解几种汉字的结构。由此可知，中国书法可以大大提高一个人的文学素质。根据上文a person's literary可知应填单数名词。故填quality。 38．考查形容词。根据第六段中Inspiring Chinese calligraphers who are willing to perfect the craft tend to create new ideas to represent the visible images.可知中国书法家在不断完善书法的同时，往往会创造出新的创意来表现有形的形象。由此可知，中国书法有可能培养一个人的创作能力，以满足他们对完美的追求。修饰后文名词skills且表示“创造的，创新的”应用形容词innovative / creative。故填innovative / creative。 39．考查动词。根据第七段中“A soul is essential for a country and a nation, " Chinese President Xi Jinping said. “Professionals in the sectors of culture, art, philosophy and social sciences are important soul builders. ”可知中国国家主席习近平说:“灵魂是一个国家、一个民族的灵魂。”“文化、艺术、哲学和社会科学领域的专业人士是重要的灵魂构建者。”由此可知，中国书法是文化的重要组成部分，它以丰富的形象塑造着人们的灵魂。从句中缺少谓语表示“塑造，建立”应用动词shape/build，且句子主语为Chinese calligraphy，时态为一般现在时，动词用第三人称单数。故填shapes / builds。 二、 1 40．development 41．discovered 42．demanding 43．that 44．is 45．Its 46．and 47．the 48．by 49．highly 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国书法的历史和发展。 40．考查名词。句意：中国书法的发展始于迄今为止在河南安阳发现的最早的汉字。空处需填名词development，作主语，表抽象概念，不可数。故填development。 41．考查非谓语动词。句意同上。空处需填非谓语动词，作后置定语，修饰名词the earliest Chinese characters，discover和the earliest Chinese characters为逻辑动宾关系，需用过去分词形式。故填discovered。 42．考查形容词。句意：书法是一门要求很高的高级艺术。空处和advanced并列，需填形容词demanding，作定语，修饰名词art。故填demanding。 43．考查主语从句。句意：此外，人们普遍认为，作家的情感和哲学直接反映在书法上。It is widely believed that …为固定句型，意为“人们普遍认为……”，it为形式主语，that引导主语从句。故填that。 44．考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：东晋时期(317-420)王羲之创作的《兰亭序》是中国书法最著名的杰作之一。此处陈述客观事实，使用一般现在时，主语Lan Ting Xu为单数，谓语动词使用第三人称单数形式。故填is。 45．考查代词。句意：它的优雅和富有表现力的笔法赋予了它在中国文学中的历史和文化意义。修饰名词elegance，需填形容词性物主代词its，作定语，位于句首，首字母需大写。故填Its。 46．考查连词。句意同上。both…and…为固定短语，意为“两者都”。故填and。 47．考查冠词。句意：就像春联一样，书法一直通过悬挂一些著名的书法作品来展示人们对传统文化的偏好。空处表特指，修饰名词Spring Festival couplets。故填the。 48．考查介词。句意同上。此处是指通过挂书法作品来表达对书法的偏爱，表示“通过”应用介词by。故填by 49．考查副词。句意：毫无疑问，这种艺术在今天仍然受到高度重视，因为它不仅仅是文字，它是一种活的遗产。修饰动词is valued需用副词highly，作状语。故填highly。 2 50．an 51．as 52．invention 53．has played 54．opportunities 55．were ordered 56．raised 57．and 58．greatest 59．are 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了书法在中国的历史和文化地位及其发展，并具体介绍了中国历史上伟大的书法家王羲之和王献之。 50．考查冠词。句意：它不仅是传统文化的重要组成部分，也是许多人的一种生活方式。此处“important part”首次出现，且part为可数名词，所以应用不定冠词表示泛指。important的发音以元音音素开头，所以不定冠词应用an。故填an。 51．考查介词和固定搭配。句意：就像西方的油画和雕塑一样，书法是一种艺术形式，也是中国历史上许多人的精神支柱。“as much...as...”意为“不仅……而且……”，为固定搭配，所以此处应用介词as。故填as。 52．考查名词。句意：从各种象形文字的发明到各种书法风格的演变，书法在中国几千年的文化和历史中扮演着重要的角色。在介词from后应用名词invention表示“发明”作宾语。故填invention。 53．考查现在完成时。句意：从各种象形文字的发明到各种书法风格的演变，书法在中国几千年的文化和历史中扮演着重要的角色。根据时间状语“for thousands of years”可知，此处应用现在完成时。主语calligraphy为不可数名词，所以谓语动词应用单数形式。故填has played。 54．考查名词复数。句意：这是一个几乎无法获得的教育机会的基础，是上流社会的垫脚石，也是获得同龄人羡慕的必要条件。opportunity意为“机会”，为可数名词，此处无冠词修饰，所以应用复数形式表示泛指。故填opportunities。 55．考查一般过去时的被动语态。句意：竞争非常激烈，孩子们不得不接受大量的书法训练。根据“The competition was so great”可知，此处应用一般过去时。动词order意为“命令；安排”，根据句意可知，和主语children构成被动关系。主语children为复数。故填were ordered。 56．考查过去分词。句意：王羲之就是在贵族家庭长大的人。动词raise意为“抚养”，和系动词was之间没有连词，和逻辑主语those构成被动关系，且动作已完成，所以应用过去分词作后置定语修饰those。故填raised。 57．考查连词。句意：他和他的儿子王献之被认为是中国历史上最伟大的书法家，他们的成就无与伦比。此处系动词为are，主语应为复数，所以应用连词and连接he和“his son”。故填and。 58．考查形容词最高级。句意：他和他的儿子王献之被认为是中国历史上最伟大的书法家，他们的成就无与伦比。空格前有定冠词the，且根据“beyond compare”可知，此处是指最伟大的书法家，应用形容词great的最高级形式。故填greatest。 59．考查一般现在时和主谓一致。句意：他和他的儿子王献之被认为是中国历史上最伟大的书法家，他们的成就无与伦比。此处描述客观事实，所以应用一般现在时。主语achievements为复数，所以be动词应用are。故填are。 3 60．centuries 61．including 62． which     63．the 64． and 65． expression 66． to select 67．literally 68．spoken 69．have become 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国的书法艺术。 60．考查名词复数。句意：这是经过几个世纪的实践而植根于中国的传统。本空用名词复数形式“centuries”表示多个世纪。故填centuries。 61．考查介词。句意：在过去的几千年里，由于汉字的演变，出现了许多书写形式，包括篆书、隶书、楷书和行书。此处用介词including表示“包括”，后接名词作宾语。故填including。 62．考查非限定性定语从句。句意：书法在中国文化中占有核心地位，它除了满足日常书写的需要外，还发展成为一种特殊的高水平艺术。空格处引导非限定性定语从句，先行词是Calligraphy，指物，关系词替代先行词在从句中作主语，用关系代词which。故填which。 63．考查冠词。句意同上。此处用定冠词the修饰名词needs，特指“日常书写的需要”。故填the。 64．考查连词。句意：它通过中国毛笔尖端的压力和速度变化，将汉字转化为图像。此处用并列连词and连接pressure和speed variations两个名词（短语）。故填and。 65．考查名词。句意：它既强调情感的表达，又强调脑力的锻炼，将身心结合起来，选择最佳的风格来呈现文章内容。结合空格前的定冠词the可知此处用名词expression“表达”作为emphasizes的宾语。故填expression。 66．考查非谓语动词。句意同上。此处用不定式to select作目的状语。故填to select。 67．考查副词。句意：“calligraphy”在英语中的字面意思是“优美的书写”。此处用副词literally“字面上地”作状语修饰动词means。故填literally。 68．考查非谓语动词。句意：作为中国一种珍贵的传统艺术形式，书法作为一种书面媒介，在全国各地使用的各种语言之间架起了桥梁。that引导的定语从句谓语是bridges，空格处填入非谓语动词，speak与其逻辑主语languages之间是被动关系，用过去分词spoken作后置定语，修饰languages。故填spoken。 69．考查虚拟语气。句意：世界著名的艺术大师毕加索曾说过：“如果我生在中国，我一定会成为一名书法家。”结合if从句中的had lived可知句子使用了虚拟语气，表示对过去情况的虚拟，主句用情态动词must+have done表示对过去事情的肯定推测。故填have become。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$