18 阅读理解记叙文（核心考点精讲精练）-备战2025年高考英语一轮复习考点帮（天津专版）

阅读理解记叙文（核心考点精讲精练） 1. 高考真题考点分布（天津卷） 年份 篇目 语篇类型 主题语境 主题语境内容 细节理解 主旨大意 推理判断 词义猜测 态度意图/语篇结构 2023年6月 A 应用文 人与社会 大学生活 5 0 0 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 个人经历 3 1 1 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 科普知识 4 0 1 0 0 D 说明文 人与社会 科普知识 4 0 1 0 0 2023年3月 A 应用文 人与社会 大学生活 4 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 个人经历 3 1 1 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 艺术美学 2 0 2 1 0 D 说明文 人与社会 科普知识 3 1 1 0 0 2022年6月 A 应用文 人与社会 大学生活 4 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 3 1 1 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 人类认知 2 1 0 0 2 D 议论文 人与社会 美好生活的秘诀 2 0 3 0 0 2021年6月 A 应用文 人与社会 学校生活 4 0 0 0 1 B 记叙文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 2 1 2 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与创新 3 0 1 0 1 D 议论文 人与社会 艺术与人类文明 3 1 1 0 0 2021年3月 A 应用文 人与社会 社会交往 4 0 0 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 积极的生活态度 0 0 3 1 1 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展 2 1 2 0 1 D 议论文 人与自我 丰富自我 2 1 2 0 0 2020年7月 A 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与技术创新 4 0 0 0 1 B 记叙文 人与社会 社会交往 2 0 2 0 1 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与技术创新 3 1 1 0 0 D 议论文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 0 1 3 0 1 2020年5月 A 应用文 人与自我 个人、家庭、社区及学校生活 3 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与社会 社会交往 1 0 3 0 1 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与技术创新 1 0 3 1 1 D 议论文 人与社会 社会进步与人类文明 0 2 2 1 0 2019年6月 A 应用文 人与自我 个人、家庭、社区及学校生活 4 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 优秀品行和正确的人生态度 2 1 2 0 0 C 说明文 人与自然 自然环境 2 0 3 0 0 D 议论文 人与自我 乐于学习，善于学习，终身学习 0 0 2 1 2 2019年3月 A 应用文 人与自我 个人、家庭、社区及学校生活 3 0 2 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 3 1 0 0 1 C 说明文 人与自我 健康的生活方式 2 0 1 1 1 D 议论文 人与自我 认识自我 2 1 1 0 1 2. 命题规律及备考策略 【命题规律】 近5年天津卷对于记叙文的考查主要集中于细节理解题和推理判断题，也会偶尔考查主旨大意和词义猜测。 【备考策略】 进行阅读理解时，首要步骤是全面阅读文章，明确六大要素（时间、地点、人物、(事情的)起因、经过和结果，即when, where, who, why, what和how）及叙述顺序线索（人物线索<人物的经历、见闻、感受等>、事件线索<中心事件的来龙去脉>、感情线索<作者或作品中主要人物的思想感情变化>、时间线索、地点和空间线索等），尤其要关注文中提及的多重时间、地点和人物，梳理事件的起因、过程和结局。随后，细读题目，于文中搜寻相关信息。最终，依据搜集的信息做出准确选择。 若文中人物众多，还需理清人物间关系。对于故事性记叙文，需通读全文，把握故事的发生、发展、高潮与结局；寓言哲理类文章，则需理解故事蕴含的哲理，特别留意结尾处的升华；而逸闻趣事或人物传记类，则需体会对话风格，感悟故事精髓。 【命题预测】 2025年阅读理解对仍然会考查记叙文，会继续考查细节理解题、推理判断题、主旨大意题和词义猜测题等题型。 必备基础知识： 【题型解读】 记叙文是以写人、叙事为主，以人物的经历和事物发展变化为主要内容的一种文体形式，其特点如下：主题往往蕴含在字里行间，需要透过表面理解、领悟文字的深层含义，通过归纳概括来进行提炼；大多按时间或空间顺序展开叙述。阅读时应采取略读和扫读的方法，快速抓住文中叙述的主要内容，从整体上把握文章的脉络。文章一般具有“双线”，一方面要依据时空的顺序和故事的发展明确故事人物关系，理清故事主要事件以及它们之间的内在联系；另一方面，要根据人物的处境和叙述、议论时所用的特定词语来准确把握人物的情感与态度。 【语篇特点】 叙述性：记叙文以叙述为主要表达方式，通过讲述事件的发展过程来展现故事情节。 连贯性：文章通常按照时间顺序、空间顺序或逻辑顺序展开，保持故事的连贯性和完整性。 情感性：记叙文往往蕴含作者或故事中人物的情感态度，通过情节发展来体现这些情感变化。 细节性：为了生动地描绘场景和人物，记叙文会包含丰富的细节描写，如人物的外貌、动作、心理活动等。 【做题步骤】 快速浏览题干：首先阅读题目要求，明确考查点，如细节理解、推理判断、主旨大意等。 有针对性地阅读文章：根据题干要求，有选择地阅读文章中的相关段落和细节，避免盲目阅读全文。 （PS: 记叙文阅读理解的时间控制在7-8分钟，避免在某一题上花费过多时间。） 重难点知识： 考点精讲01记叙文之细节理解题 【做题步骤】 1. 预读题目：在阅读文章之前，先预读题目，了解需要关注哪些细节。 2. 寻找关键词：在文章中寻找与题目相关的关键词或短语，这些词汇通常会帮助你快速定位到答案所在的位置。一旦定位到相关段落或句子，仔细阅读并理解其中的细节。 3. 对比选项：将文章中的细节与题目中的选项进行对比，确保选择最符合文章内容的答案。 【解题选项特点】 · 正确选项特征 精准对应：正确选项通常与文章中的具体细节精准对应，无论是事实、数据还是人物行为，都能在原文中找到明确出处。 同义转换：有时为了增加难度，正确选项会对原文中的词汇或短语进行同义转换，但核心意思保持不变。 逻辑合理：正确选项在逻辑上与文章整体内容保持一致，符合文章的叙述逻辑和语境。 全面覆盖：对于需要综合多个细节判断的问题，正确选项能够全面覆盖相关细节，不遗漏关键信息。 · 干扰选项特征 部分正确：干扰选项可能包含文章中的部分正确信息，但未能全面反映题目要求，或与其他信息存在矛盾。 无中生有：编造文章中不存在的信息或细节，以迷惑考生。 偷换概念：使用与原文相似的词汇或短语，但改变其原意，误导考生选择。 夸大其词：对原文中的细节进行夸大或缩小，使选项内容与原文不符。 反向干扰：与正确选项在语义上相反，如正确答案是“支持”，干扰项可能为“反对”。 绝对化表述：使用绝对化的语气词，如“must”、“always”、“never”等，这类表述往往过于绝对，不符合文章实际。 细节错位：将文章中的细节信息放在错误的位置或语境中，使选项看似合理实则错误。 （2023·天津·高考真题）I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop, and my heart began to race. I'd been out to dinner that evening. Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal, I decided to walk home from the restaurant. I had traveled that way before, yet I had never noticed that old little shop. But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it. I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside. Several violins hung from the dark walls, quietly waiting to be chosen. As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. She was like, “Join the swim team, Tara. Your sister is a good swimmer; surely you will be, too.” What she refused to acknowledge, however, was that I was visibly afraid of water. Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet, but had little chance of success. That said, with a bang of the starting gun, I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could, only to find that the other swimmers slid past me. I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts. Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra( 管弦乐队)visited my class, and gave a demonstration. The drums annoyed me. The flutes(笛子)bored me. But the violin…ah, the violin. It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard! My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune. For the first time in my life, I went so wild with joy. Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director, I ran all the way home after school, and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire. They didn't. Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something, and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip. I began practicing the violin with great passion, and rose quickly in ability. Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra … 1．What did the sight of the violins in that little shop bring to Tara's mind? A．Her miserable past. B．An unforgettable sport event. C．The stories behind the violins. D．Her childhood memory. 考点精讲02记叙文之推理判断题 推理判断题主要测试考生根据文章提供的信息进行逻辑推断的能力。这类题型通常要求考生对文章中的隐含意义、作者态度或文章结构等进行推理判断。其特点在于不直接提供答案，而是需要考生通过理解、分析和推断来得出答案。 【做题步骤】 1. 识别推理信号：在读题过程中，要注意识别那些可能暗示推理的信号词，如“infer”, “suggest”, “imply”等。 2. 仔细阅读文章：要仔细阅读全文，理解文章的主旨大意和细节信息。这是进行推理判断的基础。 3. 分析文章逻辑：分析文章中的逻辑关系，包括因果关系、对比关系、转折关系等，这些关系往往是推理判断的重要依据。 4. 结合选项分析：将每个选项与文章中的信息进行对比和分析，判断其是否符合文章的逻辑和语境。 5. 排除干扰选项：注意排除那些与文章信息不符或逻辑上不合理的选项。 【技巧】 · 隐含意义推理：要求考生推断出文章中没有直接表述的隐含意义。解题方法是通过理解文章中的语境、作者的态度和言外之意来进行推断。 · 作者态度推理：要求考生推断出作者对某一事物的态度或观点。解题方法是分析文章中的词汇选择、句式结构和语气等来表达作者的态度。 · 文章结构推理：要求考生推断出文章的组织结构或段落之间的关系。解题方法是分析文章中的主题句、支撑句和结论句等来确定文章的结构。 · 不要过度推断：推理判断要基于文章提供的信息，不要添加自己的主观臆断或超出文章范围的推断。 · 注意细节与整体的结合：在推理过程中，既要关注文章中的细节信息，也要考虑文章的整体语境和主旨。 · 避免陷入思维定势：有时选项会设置一些常见的思维定势作为干扰项，考生要警惕并避免陷入其中。 （2023·天津·高考真题）I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop, and my heart began to race. I'd been out to dinner that evening. Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal, I decided to walk home from the restaurant. I had traveled that way before, yet I had never noticed that old little shop. But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it. I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside. Several violins hung from the dark walls, quietly waiting to be chosen. As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. She was like, “Join the swim team, Tara. Your sister is a good swimmer; surely you will be, too.” What she refused to acknowledge, however, was that I was visibly afraid of water. Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet, but had little chance of success. That said, with a bang of the starting gun, I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could, only to find that the other swimmers slid past me. I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts. Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra( 管弦乐队)visited my class, and gave a demonstration. The drums annoyed me. The flutes(笛子)bored me. But the violin…ah, the violin. It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard! My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune. For the first time in my life, I went so wild with joy. Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director, I ran all the way home after school, and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire. They didn't. Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something, and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip. I began practicing the violin with great passion, and rose quickly in ability. Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra … 1．What Dad did for Tara during the swimming competition implies that he is ________. A．mindless and bad-tempered B．caring and supportive C．strict and demanding D．tolerant and sympathetic 考点精讲03记叙文之主旨大意题 【常见提问方式】 What is the text mainly about? What is the best title for the text? What can be a suitable title for the text? What's the first/second/third....paragraph mainly about? What's the main idea discussed in the first/second/.. paragraph? 【做题步骤】 1. 快速定位主旨 阅读文章开头和结尾：记叙文往往会在开头明确主题，并在结尾进行总结或升华。 识别主题句：主题句通常包含文章的核心信息，可能出现在段落开头、结尾或中间。 注意高频词汇：文章中反复出现的词汇或短语往往与主旨密切相关。 2. 分析题目设置 识别问题类型：确定是询问文章主旨、作者观点还是文章标题。 分析选项：对比选项与文章内容的契合度，排除与文章细节相关但非主旨的选项。 警惕干扰项：注意选项中的绝对化表述、偏离文章主题的词汇或短语。 （2023·天津·高考真题）I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop, and my heart began to race. I'd been out to dinner that evening. Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal, I decided to walk home from the restaurant. I had traveled that way before, yet I had never noticed that old little shop. But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it. I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside. Several violins hung from the dark walls, quietly waiting to be chosen. As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. She was like, “Join the swim team, Tara. Your sister is a good swimmer; surely you will be, too.” What she refused to acknowledge, however, was that I was visibly afraid of water. Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet, but had little chance of success. That said, with a bang of the starting gun, I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could, only to find that the other swimmers slid past me. I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts. Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra( 管弦乐队)visited my class, and gave a demonstration. The drums annoyed me. The flutes(笛子)bored me. But the violin…ah, the violin. It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard! My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune. For the first time in my life, I went so wild with joy. Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director, I ran all the way home after school, and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire. They didn't. Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something, and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip. I began practicing the violin with great passion, and rose quickly in ability. Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra … 1．What message does Tara's story convey? A．It's never too young to learn. B．A passionate interest works wonders. C．Hard work will pay off in the long run. D．Like mother, like daughter. （最新模拟试题演练） Passage 1 （2024·天津河北·二模）In my senior year of high school, while living with my grandparents, I discovered a unique talent: perfect timing. This discovery of my perfect timing was so astonishing that I kept it to myself, thinking no one would believe my ability to time my arrival at school with extraordinary precision. My mother passed away when I was 13, leaving me, the oldest of four, in the care of our grandparents. Our father was absent, so financial challenges were part of our daily life. This prompted my grandfather to work as the janitor (门卫) of our school—a large building for grades 1-12. To help out, I started assisting him after school to ease his burden, such as sweeping rooms and emptying wastebaskets, earning a small wage in the process. I continued this work until my final year of high school. By that time, Grandpa was eight years past retirement age. When the first cold snap of that year arrived, he fired up the school’s furnace (火炉). He quickly realized how difficult it had become for him to shovel the huge pile of coal chips required to fill the hopper (漏斗) of the furnace’s stoker (司炉). I volunteered to take on that job, a commitment that required me to set my alarm clock an hour earlier each morning. I’d fumble into coal-darkened jeans, go over to the school, and shovel a half-ton of coal into the hopper, enough to keep the fire blazing for 24 hours. The next morning, I’d fill it again. After finishing that chore, I’d go home, clean up, change clothes, and eat breakfast. I’d pace my preparations by glancing at the clock in the dining room—it would be years before I’d have a watch. Then I’d head back to school, always at the last minute. It was during those morning rushes to school that I discovered my superpower. What initially seemed like mere coincidence—arriving at the exact moment the first bell rang—quickly became a deliberate challenge. I meticulously (小心翼翼地) planned each morning to maintain this precise timing, revealing in the master y of my routine. Years later, at a school reunion, I recounted this story to Harold Spiry, the school headmaster during my time. I boasted about my perfect timing, recalling with pride how I had mastered my mornings to the second. ‘Oh that,’ he said, his eyes narrowing as he thought back to that time. ‘Do you recall that my desk and office windows looked out over the front of the building? I often saw you coming. And when you hit the sidewalk, I’d ring the bell.’ Oh, my ‘perfect timing’ was actually his doing. 1．What can we infer about the author’s character from his perfect timing? A．He lacks confidence. B．He is naturally lucky. C．He prefers to work alone. D．He values precision and discipline. 2．Why did the author’s grandfather work as a janitor? A．He was passionate about cleaning. B．He found it was the only job available. C．He needed the job to support the family financially. D．He wanted to stay close to his grandchildren at school. 3．What motivated the author to take over the task of shoveling coal for the furnace? A．He wanted to learn a new skill. B．He needed extra money for personal expenses. C．He wanted to relieve his grandfather’s workload. D．He was interested in the mechanical operation of the furnace. 4．What can we learn from Paragraph 4? A．The author’s devotion to aiding his grandfather with coal shoveling. B．The author’s daily routine of waking up early to attend school. C．The author’s development of a new skill in coal shoveling. D．The author’s realization of the importance of punctuality. 5．What message does the author’s story convey? A．Our accomplishments are often supported by unseen kindness. B．Challenges can only be overcome through personal hardships. C．Personal talents bring pride and joy to an individual’s life. D．Perseverance leads to the development of unique skills. Passage 2 （2024·天津南开·二模）The little country schoolhouse was heated by an old-fashioned, pot-bellied coal stove (煤炉) . A little boy had the job of coming to school early each day to start the fire and warm the room before his teacher and his classmates arrived. One morning they arrived to find the schoolhouse engulfed in flames (被火焰吞没) . They dragged the unconscious little boy out of the flaming building more dead than alive. He had major burns over the lower half of his body and was taken to a nearby county hospital. His mother was told that he was sure to die. Even if he were to survive, he would be a cripple (瘸子) throughout his life. But the brave boy did not want to die nor did he want to be a cripple. Much to be the amazement of the doctor, he did survive. But unfortunately from his waist down, he had no motor ability. His thin legs just dangled (悬荡) there, lifeless. Ultimately he was released from the hospital. But his determination to walk was as strong as ever. At home, when he was not in bed, he was limited to a wheelchair. One day, he threw himself from the chair and pulled himself across the grass, dragging his legs behind him. He reached the fence, raised himself up and then stake by stake, he began dragging himself along the fence, and decided that he would walk. He did this every day, with faith in himself that he would be able to walk unaided. With his iron persistence and his resolute determination, he did develop the ability to stand up, then to walk slowly, then to walk by himself and then to run. He began to walk to school, then run to school, to run for the sheer joy of running. Later in college he made the track team. In February 1934, in New York City's famed Madison Square Garden, this young man who was not expected to survive, who would surely never walk, who could never hope to run-this determined young man, Dr. Glenn Cunningham, ran the world's fastest mile. 6．Why did the little boy go to school early every day? A．To decorate the classroom. B．To clean the classroom. C．To light the stove. D．To give teachers and classmates a surprise. 7．What can be concluded from Paragraph 2? A．The little boy was badly burned. B．The little boy lost the lower part of his body. C．The little boy was crippled. D．The little boy's mother was sure he was going to die. 8．What problem did the little boy face when he left hospital? A．He didn't have long to live. B．He might never walk again. C．He had no motor ability. D．He lost his legs. 9．How did the little boy walk again? A．By throwing himself from the wheelchair. B．By climbing on the fence. C．By pulling himself along the fence each day. D．By joining the track team. 10．Dr. Glenn Cunningham's 1934 race result was A．depressing. B．challenging C．promising D．impressive Passage 3 （2024·天津河西·二模）Standing at the finish line, 70-year-old Bob Long spent a while reflecting on the achievement he’d just made. Behind him was the wild, endless Mongolian grassland extending into the distance. This American had just become the oldest person to ever complete and win the Mongol Derby, the world’s longest horse race. Long, a rider all his life, entered the race after being inspired by All the Wild Horses, a movie based on the grueling event. Fearing that he wouldn’t be able to complete it, he set about preparing his mind and body for this “hardest, toughest, most demanding thing you can do on a horse”, an annual 1000-kilometer race that was recognized as the world’s longest horse race by The Guinness Book of Records in 2011. He confirmed his belief that preparation can surpass youth, as some of the other riders were less prepared. Although Long had been riding horses for many years, the hardship and uncertainty of the task pushed him to his limit and forced him to depend entirely on his own will. The race organizers had provided an extensive support network to keep an eye on the participants from afar. Despite that, the physical strain of riding such a long distance made simple things like squatting (蹲) down at the end of the day almost impossible. Along the vast race course there were unpredictable circumstances beyond Long’s control, however well prepared he’d been. Weather was one of them, which could switch from heavy rain to burning unexpectedly. Above all else, the biggest obstacle was the state of mind. Without a living soul in sight, Long was desperate for interaction, guidance, and comfort. This feeling of loneliness accounted for his hope that one of his fellow competitors would catch up. Regardless of the hardship, Long felt a sort of spiritual adventure while traveling through the wilderness. He was provided with some memorable moments while connecting with nature. He also grew to love the country and the communities along the route. Still holding the passion for riding, Long never dismisses the idea of competing in another Mongol Derby. 11．What distinguished Bob Long from other competitors in the Mongol Derby? A．He rode the whole race course alone. B．He completed the toughest part of the course. C．He was the oldest participant of the horse race. D．He was most likely to enter the competition again. 12．What does the underlined word “grueling” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Tough but rewarding. B．Difficult and exhausting. C．Comfortable and pleasant. D．Romantic but time-consuming. 13．What was the biggest challenge that Long faced during the race? A．The changeable weather. B．The mental state in the course. C．The difficulty in finding the right route. D．The physical strain of riding a long distance. 14．What is the text mainly about? A．An introduction to the Mongol Derby. B．A review of a film based on the longest horse race. C．The experience of the Mongol Derby’s oldest winner. D．The preparations before a long and difficult horse race. 15．What is the best title for the text? A．Competing in the Mongol Derby B．All the Wild Horses C．The Guinness Book of Records D．Endless Mongolian grassland Passage 4 （2024·天津·二模）Twenty years ago, Charlotte attempted to call her sister in Bath, England. She intended to share the challenges and sorrows in her life with her sister. However, when she dialed the area code 01225, she accidentally punched in 01275 instead. This innocent mistake led her to reach Jones in Bristol, England. Recalling about the fateful phone call, Jones said: “When Charlotte realized her error, she apologized sincerely. She was extremely polite and charming. Besides, Charlotte’s warmth and openness were immediately evident.” In the following weeks, they called each other several times. Through their conversations, Jones discovered that Charlotte, who lived in Cornwall, England, had been trying to reach her sister. Charlotte told that during a divorce with her husband, Jones had become a source of comfort for her. She expressed gratitude because Jones’ kindness and encouragement as a stranger had lifted her spirits. Over the next several years, the two forged a strong friendship through their phone conversations, discussing their children — Charlotte, a mother of two, and Jones, a father of three. On Thanksgiving Day, Jones and his wife and children traveled to Cornwall. Finally meeting face-to-face, Charlotte exclaimed, “Oh, it was an remarkable day. The happiest Thanksgiving of my life, which I will never forget!” The sun shone brightly that day, warm as spring. It was a perfect day. After their encounter, Jones posted a photo of himself with Charlotte on Facebook, along with a heartfelt message: “The distance between people in this world is just a wrong phone number. It’s truly unbelievable.” Charlotte’s innocent mistake taught us an important lesson about the unexpected connections that can arise in life. Taking the initiative to reach out can lead to meaningful relationships that enrich our lives in ways we never imagined. We are reminded to cherish the unexpected connections that come into our lives and embrace the beautiful moments that they bring. 16．Why did Charlotte make a mistake when dialing the phone number? A．She was not familiar with the area codes. B．She dialed the wrong area code accidentally. C．The phone she used was not working properly. D．Her sister gave her a wrong number on purpose. 17．What was Jones’ first impression of Charlotte? A．Kind and open. B．Calm and helpful. C．Polite and warm. D．Clever and brave. 18．Why is Charlotte so grateful to Jones? A．Because he tried to help her to find her sister. B．Because he comforted her every day by phone. C．Because he helped her with a lot of housework. D．Because he cheered her up during her hard time. 19．The Thanksgiving Day was remarkable because ________. A．Charlotte went to see Jones alone B．Charlotte called Jones again and again C．it was sunny and warm that day D．the two families met face to face 20．What does the author want to tell us through this article? A．People can form a strong friendship through accidental connections. B．Phone numbers can often lead to misunderstandings and mistakes. C．Distance is a barrier to building friendships and relationships. D．A person’s life can change dramatically because of the awful divorce. Passage 5 （2024·天津·二模）I used to read tens of books every month. But as I grew up, things changed. I find it increasingly difficult to find the time and motivation to sit down and read a book from cover to cover. To keep track of the books I’ve read, I turned to Goodreads, a social networking platform for book lovers. It’s a great way to share recommendations with friends and show off your literary progress. However, if we can’t achieve reading goals or can’t catch up with our friends, it can also exacerbate the feeling of “not doing enough” of your favorite hobby. Halimah Begum, a literature editor from London, understands the struggle. “With Goodreads constantly tracking my reading, I am often worrying and feeling the pressure to read more books.” she says. “Sometimes, I feel under great pressure because I don’t want to fall behind on my goal and not reach it at the end of the year.” I asked Nicole Villegas, an occupational therapist, about our obsession with tracking everything we do. She explained that it can give us a sense of control and provide us with a tool to measure our progress. “When we track things like the books we’ve read or the friends we’ve visited, we’re essentially gathering data about our hobbies,” she says. “It’s a powerful tool to help us look back on our progress and give us a sense of accomplishment.” Unfortunately, the social aspect of apps like Goodreads doesn’t help. “Setting goals or tracking progress on public platforms adds a layer of extrinsic motivation that can also contribute to a sense of pressure to perform or give in to social comparisons,” Villegas says. “When it comes to reading, people may be tempted to finish books that aren’t a good fit instead of following their interests.” Despite this, we often forget the point of doing hobbies in the first place. “Reading shouldn’t be something we have to ‘smash’, but just what we do for the joy of it. Maintain the feeling as you navigate your book-tracking app and if you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or pressured, set it aside,” Villegas continues. “At the end of the day, it’s you and your book.” 21．What does the underlined word “exacerbate” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Worsen. B．Affect. C．Relieve. D．Improve. 22．What does Halimah Begum think of tracking one’s reading? A．It is a waste of time. B．It makes one feel stressed. C．It encourages one to read more. D．It helps one to enjoy reading. 23．Why do we like to track everything we do according to Nicole Villegas? A．To show off to our friends. B．To try to spend our time wisely. C．To find what suits us most. D．To obtain a sense of achievement. 24．What’s Nicole Villegas’s suggestion about using book-tracking apps? A．To avoid using it. B．To use it reasonably. C．To rely more on it. D．To make full use of it. 25．What’s the main idea of this article? A．The best way to track reading progress — Goodreads. B．The necessity to ignore social media and focus on hobbies. C．The positive and negative effects of tracking our hobbies. D．The importance of setting goals to help people stay motivated. Passage 6 （2024·天津·一模）When Milla Bizzot to finished her first 24-hour obstacle race, she went shoulder to shoulder with experienced competitors, ran 36 miles and completed hundreds of obstacles, all at the age of 9.“There are some double takes on the course, but she has been an inspiration to people who see her out there competing like that,” said Christian Bizzotto, Milla’s father and coach, who was proud of her. Milla is very fit for her age, and she proved it in completing the BattleFrog Xtreme 24-hour race in Miami. Milla also used the event to inspire other kids to be active, and show how competing in obstacle racing has helped her deal with being bullied at school. “We wanted to make her feel more empowered and make her feel that she wasn’t weak, and that changed her whole mindset,” her father said. In preparing for the 24-hour race, Milla trained 20 hours a week for 90 days, doing exercise in the gym for 4 hours every day after school. “The reactions are 90 percent good, but some are totally negative,” Christian said. “I’ve had people message me on Facebook saying I’m a child abuser, and that no 9-year-old should be doing a 24-hour race. But her own doctors were there supporting her and cheering her on. I want her to be a kid, and this is just something she really wants to do.” CrossFit and obstacle course racing have also helped Christian turn around his life. He got injured in a motorcycle accident. After he was finally able to get around without using a walker, he began his recovery by going for walks on the beach with Milla, and then began running every day. Next, he joined a CrossFit gym and enjoyed it so much that he opened his own gym to train others for events like CrossFit, BattleFrog and Spartan races. “I just wanted to create a hero that Milla could look up to,” he said. Next up for Milla is an invitation-only “Athletes Race”. Competitors also have to raise $5,000 for charity. 26．Christian Bizzotto, Milla’s father and coach, ______. A．was very strict with Milla B．was satisfied with what Milla did C．lost his legs in a motorcycle accident D．threw his walker with the help of CrossFit 27．What can we learn about Milla? A．She was always bullied by her schoolmates. B．She began to run because she was physically weak. C．Her father wanted her to get benefit from the obstacle race. D．She became more confident after the 24-hour obstacle race. 28．During her training for the 24-hour obstacle race, Milla most probably _________. A．had two days’ rest every week B．was always running with her father C．spent over 4 hours every day of a week D．took a hit because her father was injured 29．The reactions Christian got on the Internet ______. A．told us that Milla had a hard childhood B．showed that he was a real abuser C．encouraged Milla to challenge more difficult runs D．were mixed but what Milla did was supported by her doctors 30．What Christian did after his injury was mainly to ______. A．make money to open a gym B．set a good example to Milla C．make money to raise his family D．get recovered as soon as possible Passage 7 （2024·天津·二模）UPS driver Ryan Arens was making a delivery near a pond in Bozeman, Montana, when he heard a strange sound. “Like a cry for help,” he told the dodo. com, a website for animal lovers. It was December 2018, and about 15 feet from the frozen banks was the source of that cry — a half-submerged brown-and-white wirehaired hound (猎犬), struggling to cling to a thin layer of ice. How she got there no one knows, but an elderly man was already on the scene, determined to save her. He’d entered the pond in a rowboat and was hacking away at the ice with a rock to create a path to the dog. It was slow going, and Arens, 44, thought he stood a better chance. “Animals are my weakness,” he told the Great Falls Tribune, explaining why he jumped into the water, even though the temperature was -30°C, and commandeered the rowboat. His heart thumping, Arens slid closer to the dog and used the other man’s rock to smash away at the ice. He gave one strong heave too many and slipped off the boat, crashing into 16 feet of freezing water. He resurfaced in time to see the dog going under. Using nervous energy to keep warm, he swam about five feet toward her, caught hold of her collar, and pulled her to the ice. He then carried the dog into the boat and slid it back to the shore, where anxious bystanders carried the dog to the home of the rowboat owner, who is a retired veterinarian. Once in the house himself, Arens jumped into a warm shower with the dog until they both defrosted. A few more minutes in the pond, the vet told Arens, and the dog would have likely suffered cardiac arrest (心脏骤停). The next day, Arens was back working the same neighborhood when the dog’s owner came over to thank him for saving Sadie. “Would you like to meet her?” he asked. He opened the door to his pickup, and Sadie rushed out. She made a beeline for Arens, leaping on him and bathing him in wet kisses. “That special delivery,” says Arens, “was the highlight of my UPS career.” 31．What happened to Arens in December 2018? A．He came across an old man who accidentally fell into the frozen pond. B．He heard a strange sound but had to make a delivery. C．He jumped into the icy water and saved a half-submerged dog. D．He saved a drowning dog at the risk of cardiac arrest. 32．What does Arens mean by saying “Animals are my weakness” in Paragraph 3? A．He is interested in animals. B．He lacks experience and skill in dealing with animals. C．He might be hurt by animals. D．He is an enthusiastic zoophilist. 33．Arens fell off the boat because ______. A．his swinging the rock caused the great opposite force. B．the rowboat couldn’t bear the weight of him and the dog C．he smashed too much ice, making the boat lose its balance. D．the rowboat crashed into 16 feet of ice 34．Why did Arens regard the experience as his highlight of his UPS career? A．Because it was his first time to deliver a dog. B．Because it was the most tough job he had ever had. C．Because it was one of the most meaningful things he had done in his job. D．Because it could make him a famous person. 35．Which of the following words can describe Arens best according to the passage? A．Kind and hardworking. B．Helpful and brave. C．Optimistic and cautious. D．Wise but indecisive. Passage 8 （2024·天津·模拟预测）Eight months after my father died, I saw some letters on top of my mother’s coffee table. They were tied with a silk ribbon and addressed to her decades ago in my father’s neat handwriting. I couldn’t imagine my serious father ever writing anything like love letters. “Would you like me to read them to you?” Mom asked with a smile. The letters were written in 1974 over the course of a month when my father traveled to Italy to care for his beloved, sick mother, leaving his wife and me, their newborn daughter, behind in Toronto, the city my parents called home after immigrating to Canada from Italy in 1956. Growing up, my father was my hero and protector, but he was also a man of few words, part of a generation of immigrant men who worked hard for a better life. I sat back while my mother read his letters to me, and thought, “Who is this guy?” My father used endearing terms I had never heard him say. He referred to my mother as “my dearest” and “my companion” who was always in his thoughts. In each letter, he enclosed a Canadian one-dollar bill for me and declared, “You and your mother are my life.” As children, we assume we know everything about our parents. But, sometimes, we find out that they were and are people with various facets. My father was proud and stubborn, and he married a woman who was his equal in that regard. During their 58-year marriage, their stubbornness often led to conflict. So it was bittersweet to hear my father’s youthful sentiments read aloud by my elderly mother with a wistful (留恋的) tone. I knew she was thinking about what could have been and what had been once upon a time. After she finished reading the letters, I held them in my hands and examined them like they were fossils. Although a man I knew as economical with his thoughts, he had filled the front and back of several pages. These letters are only part of their correspondence. My mother wrote back to my father. One day she will read those letters to me, she’s assured me. And just as with my father, they might help me discover another dimension of a parent I never knew before. 36．What kind of person did the author think her father was? A．Optimistic. B．Conservative. C．Sensitive. D．Romantic. 37．What can we know about the author’s family? A．Her mother was the family’s provider. B．She didn’t get on well with her father. C．Her parents were emigrants to Italy. D．Her parents shared similar personalities. 38．How did the author feel when she heard the words in the letters? A．Surprised. B．Awkward. C．Thrilled. D．Heartbroken. 39．What does the underlined word “facets” in paragraph 6 most probably mean? A．Interests. B．Ideas. C．Sides. D．Possibilities. 40．What did the author find out about her father through the letters? A．He was good at hiding his feelings. B．He regretted not being with his family. C．He was a loving husband and father. D．He was stubborn from the inside out. Passage 9 （2024·天津南开·模拟预测）The wind roils the Midwest plains as if it is searching for someone or something to carry away. Dust and chaff funnel into blinding clouds. The clatter of storms overhead makes it impossible to hear, and herds of bison (野牛) grow restless. The Omaha tribe has wandered these plains for generations, and now, it seems that the winds have brought back one of their own. Susan La Flesche has returned to the village where she was born. Not as a visitor, but as the region’s only doctor. When Susan was 8 years old, she waited at the bedside of an elderly woman writhing in pain. A doctor was called for. They waited. A messenger was sent. The doctor still didn’t come. Susan provided what comfort she could through the night, but by sunrise, the elderly woman had died. The episode both haunted and motivated Susan. She threw herself into her studies and earned her way to what is now Hampton University in Virginia — a historically Black college with a program for native American students. And she finished second in her class. Susan would never forget the childhood she enjoyed, full of powwows, buffalo hunts and the people she loved. But there was further to go. She enrolled in the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, a tedious train ride away from the world she knew. It was 1886, and the Victorian age held stiff against the progress of women. In her graduation speech from Hampton, she told the East Coast audience, “Give us a chance.” Three years later, she became a doctor. Returning to the plains to serve her people was a difficult task. She opened an office in the government boarding school and began seeing patients. The lines were long, old and young seeking reprieve (缓解) from cholera and tuberculosis (肺结核) as well as a slew of other diseases. Susan worked long hours at her office but also braved the wind and snow, walking miles to make house calls. Her work was more than as a physician. She often acted as lawyer, accountant, priest, political liaison and counselor as she helped the Omahas navigate the new world. And Dr. Susan La Flesche was determined to spend her entire life helping her people navigate the storms. 41．What contributed to Susan’s being a doctor? A．Her poor family. B．Her desire for knowledge. C．The opposition to women’s progress. D．The lack of medical resources in her hometown. 42．What can we infer about Susan from the third paragraph? A．She had an unhappy childhood. B．She enjoyed the train ride to her college. C．She got high marks in every exam. D．She encountered difficulties in her college life. 43．What is the author’s purpose in describing diverse roles of Susan in Paragraph 4? A．To emphasize her lack of focus on her medical career B．To suggest that she was overburdened with responsibilities C．To highlight her dedication to serving the community wholeheartedly D．To showcase her adaptability in fulfilling various roles within her community 44．Which words can best describe Susan? A．Hard-working and helpful. B．Sensitive and modest. C．Serious and brave. D．Greedy and self-centred. 45．What could be the best title for the passage? A．A Force of Nature: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Impact B．Winds of Change: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Legacy C．The Resilient Doctor: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Triumph D．Whispering Winds: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Mysterious Journey Passage 10 （2024·天津河西·三模）A friend and I were having lunch and I asked about her son who was getting professional help for some behavioral problems he was having. Our conversation went like this: “There’s a good change in his attitude. He’s staying out of trouble, but I’m just waiting for the other shoe to drop.” she said. “It’s hard to trust him yet. He is doing things that he’s never done before, which is great. But I still need to supervise him just in case.” I asked a couple of questions: “Have you told him how proud you are of how far he’s come? Have you thanked him for the things he’s now doing but never did in the past?” She said no. And because she’s a very bright woman she followed it up with: “I really need to say those things because I am proud of him and I am grateful for what he’s doing now. All I keep doing is looking at what he’s still doing wrong and getting on him about that. How’s he ever going to feel good about himself and continue to improve if I don’t acknowledge him for all his improvements and growth?” “If I keep waiting for the other shoe to drop, it will!” I just smiled and told her I loved her and that she’s a great mom. The conversation moved on to a new topic. It’s worth taking a look at your close relationships, especially with your kids and asking yourself: Do I spend too much time letting them know what they’re doing wrong? Do I ignore their efforts toward positive change? Do I still find ways to be unsatisfied with their behavior? If you answer yes to any of those questions, you’re now the one who needs to do some changing. Never forget that people love to be acknowledged — not just for the big things but the little things, too. Appreciation and love are the driving force that keeps them wanting to do well and do something nice for others. 46．The author’s friend ______. A．was already satisfied with her son’s behavior B．was particular about her son’s attitude C．was still worried about her son’s behavior D．already fully believed in her son 47．The attitude the friend holds towards the author’s advice is ______. A．favorable B．negative C．unconcerned D．doubtful 48．What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 3 mean? A．If I keep waiting for kids to correct mistakes, they will. B．If I keep waiting for kids to change positively, they will. C．If I keep waiting for kids to wear the other shoe, they will. D．If I keep waiting for kids to make mistakes, they will. 49．The motivations for kids to keep behaving well are ______. A．direct rejection and scolding B．proper affection and admiration C．blind love and appreciation D．strict requirements and standards 50．The best title for the text is ______. A．A Dialogue Between Two Women B．Are You Proud of Your Child? C．Be Patient When You Are a Parent D．One Major Thing Most Parents Forget to Do Passage 11 （2024·天津北辰·三模）To save the environment, we must all join in — and nobody knows this better than 70-year-old grandmother Pat Smith who spent 2018 cleaning up litter from 52 beaches in Cornwall on the United Kingdom’s south coast. Smith set out in January, 2018 to carry out her New Year’s resolution of making her community a better and cleaner place. The ambitious goal came to her after she watched a documentary on plastic pollution the previous year, and she knew she couldn’t just sit by. Often, volunteers would join her in her efforts, including her grandchildren, or she would join hands with other campaigners such as Wayne Dixon, who is walking around the UK coast as an ambassador for Keep Britain Tidy. During her beach cleans, Smith was sometimes mistaken for doing community service! She said, “People don’t understand I’ve been doing this voluntarily. We should all take responsibility for picking up the litter as well as ensuring we don’t drop litter in the first place. Even before her beach cleanups, Smith had begun her first environmental campaign to eliminate plastic straws (吸管) in her city of Cornwall . To date, she has encouraged 600 local companies to stop using unnecessary plastic. In an effort to make her hometown an example for the plastic-free movement in the United Kingdom, she founded The Final Straw Cornwall in the summer of 2017. “I founded the Final Straw to try and raise awareness of the disastrous damage we are doing to our oceans from our casual consumption of single-use plastics. I feel I have a responsibility to my children and grandchildren to do something about it.” She said. Her resolution year may be over but this environmentally conscious grandma continues her quest (追求). “A lot of the rubbish I’ve picked up consists of everyday items,” said Smith. “These things are used by all of us and it is shocking to find them polluting our beautiful beaches. Please let’s try to be more thoughtful in this coming year. I’m driven to try and protect our living planet for my children and grandchildren and I will continue to do everything in my power to achieve that.” 51．What led to Smith’s New Year’s resolution of cleaning her community? A．Community service. B．A film or television program. C．Various ocean protection campaigns. D．Serious pollution in her community. 52．What’s people’s misunderstanding about Smith’s action? A．She was forced to do that. B．She just pretended to be caring. C．She actually did only a little work. D．She wouldn’t stick to the work for long. 53．With her founding of The Final Straw Cornwall, Smith intended to ______. A．set an example to other aged people B．stop her local companies from producing plastic straws C．keep her promise to her children and grandchildren D．make people conscious of the plastic-related environmental problem 54．What opinion about environmental protection did Smith hold? A．It’s everyone’s duty. B．It’s as hard as people think. C．Prevention is more important than protection. D．The younger generation don’t care about it enough. 55．Which of the following best describes Smith as an environmental activist? A．Proud. B．Happy. C．Stressed. D．Determined. Passage 12 （2024·天津滨海新·三模）A little girl ran to her bedroom and pulled out her piggy bank (储蓄罐) from a secret drawer in her closet. She took the change from it and counted it carefully three times. She carefully placed the coins in a jar and twisted on the cap. She took the jar and slipped out of the back door. She made her way six blocks to a drug store. She waited patiently for the pharmacist (药剂师) to give her some attention but he was too busy attending other customers at that moment. She tried several times to get his attention but failed. Finally, she took a quarter from her jar and hit it on the glass counter, which was finally able to get her some attention. “What do you want, little Miss?” the pharmacist asked the tiny girl in the front of his counter. “My brother is really, really sick and I want to buy a miracle,” the girl answered back. “I beg your pardon?” said the pharmacist. “My brother is really sick and my daddy says only a miracle can cure him now. So, I want to get a miracle for him. How much does it cost?” “I’m sorry but I can’t help you. We don’t sell miracles here, little girl,” the pharmacist said, softening a little. Next to the little girl was a tall well-dressed man. He lowered himself and asked the little girl, “What kind of a miracle does your brother need?” “I don’t know,” the girl replied with her eyes in tears. “I just know he is very sick and has something bad growing inside his head. Doctor says he needs an operation. But daddy can’t afford it, so we need a miracle to save him now. I can use all my money to save my brother.” “How much do you have?” asked the man. “One dollar and twelve cents, it’s all the money I have now, but I can get some more if needed,” the girl answered in a whisper. “Well, what a coincidence,” smiled the man. “That is the exact price of a miracle for a little brother. Take me to your brother. Let’s see if I have the miracle your brother needs.” The man was a famous nuerosurgeon (神经外科医生). He was just the right person needed to save the little boy’s life. The operation was completed without any charges and it went successfully. Her mommy wondered how much it would have cost. The little girl just smiled, but said nothing. 56．The girl took the money out of the piggy bank to ______. A．keep it in her bank account B．buy her brother a miracle C．cover the debt at the drugstore D．donate it to a needy child 57．Why did the little girl hit a quarter on the glass counter? A．To let off her steam. B．To show off her wealth. C．To get timely service. D．To attract other customers. 58．What can we learn from the conversation between the girl and the doctor? A．Her father was embarrassed for lack of money. B．Her brother suffered from head injuries. C．She was confident in saving her brother. D．He was ready to help the little girl. 59．What the surgeon did implies that he is ______. A．considerate and honest B．gentle and open-minded C．brave and creative D．kind and professional 60．What’s the best title of this passage? A．The Price of a Miracle B．A Special Day at the Drugstore C．A Doctor with Kindness D．The Survival of a Strong-willed Boy Passage 13 （2024·天津和平·三模）The funny thing about basically doing anything is that we typically know what to do. The hard thing is actually doing it, day after day after day. The problem isn’t knowledge. The problem is willpower. Hold that thought. Last year a friend wanted to get in better shape, so he started the Hard 75 Challenge, which involves following a diet, working out twice a day for 45 minutes each session, drinking a gallon of water, reading 10 pages of a nonfiction personal development book, and taking a picture of yourself. Every day. For 75 straight days. Fail to complete any of the above on any given day? Start over. In many ways, Hard 75 is similar to a diet. As anyone who has tried knows, following a specific diet is hard. Temptation. Availability. Consistently making the right choices is hard. The same is true for exercising outdoors. It’s hard to force yourself to go for a run when your day got away from you and it’s 8 p.m. and raining and 35 degrees. If you can pull off the Hard 75, that’s awesome. But it’s really hard. And it was really hard for my friend. He started, got disappointed, got up the determination to start over, got disappointed, forced himself to start over… while he got in a little better shape, he didn’t make the progress he hoped for. Then he took a different approach. Instead of following a strict diet, he just created a few simple rules. He wanted to eat healthier, so he cut out all “white” foods (breads, white rice, potatoes, crackers, added sugar). When he went out to eat, he avoided failing to find the “right” food by just choosing the healthiest option available. And instead of following a specific exercise program, he just decided that he would always work out for at least 20 minutes every day. Most of the time he did longer workouts, but still: The only rule he had for himself was that he would work out for just at least 20 minutes a day. That way he never “failed,” never got disappointed, and never felt like he had to start over. As long as he got his 20, he was good. The same approach applies to everything. In my case, I decided I needed to drink more water and less soda. So I decided I would always drink water with meals. Within a couple days, that habit became automatic. Bottom line? Diets are bad. Having to rely on willpower is even worse. Rules, on the other hand, are easy. And great, especially when those rules help take you to the place you someday want to be. 61．We can learn about the Hard 75 Challenge that it ____. A．lasts 75 days straight without any additional efforts B．imposes demanding requirements on the participants C．requires participants to exercise on hot and rainy days D．aims to cultivate people’s ability to appreciate literature 62．The author’s friend failed to make the progress he hoped for because ____. A．he was not determined enough B．he didn’t have enough knowledge C．he made the wrong choices D．he followed a strict diet 63．What a different approach would the author’s friend took to keep fit? A．Picking his own diet and always follow it. B．Eating the healthiest foods available. C．Sticking to doing intense exercise indoors. D．Pushing himself to prolong daily workouts. 64．The author will probably disagree that ________. A．in most cases we typically know what to do B．persisting in doing something daily is hard C．we might well fail with stronger willpower D．some simple rules are easier to carry out 65．According to the passage, simple rules can ________. A．help you achieve goals by making the habit stick B．encourage people to drink enough water C．reverse the effect of relying on willpower D．prevent you from getting lost in a place Passage 14 （2024·天津红桥·二模）He really did look like a tourist, with a camera around his neck and a bottle of sunscreen cream sticking out of his bag. The fat man sat on the terrace (平台), sipping lemonade and pretending to look at a tourism brochure. His sunglasses masked his eyes, but I knew he wasn’t looking at the brochure: he hadn’t turned a page for the last ten minutes. As I brought him his dishes, he coughed up a “thank you” and looked at me briefly. I tried not to stare at the tiny scar across his left eyebrow. I walked back inside with my empty tray, shaking my head. He looked familiar, but I couldn’t quite place him. Then it hit me — the car accident. The mysterious stranger who helped me out of my crashed car, just before it exploded. I rushed back to his table. He was gone. I moved his saucer and found his tip, along with a card: I am deeply grateful to you. The night of your car accident, I was on my way to rob a jewelry store. Saving your life brought things back in a right way. I now live an honest life, thanks to you. Mr. D． I shivered (震颤). The night of my car accident, I was heading for an interview in an illegal dance club. Seeing human kindness through his heroic gesture turned my life around and bought faith back into my life. I unfolded the tip he left. Among the singles was a grand (一千块) with a pen mark underlining “Thank you.” I said a silent prayer for him and got back to work, smiling. 66．Why did the fat man look like a tourist? A．Because he used money not the same as the locals. B．Because he carried what tourist usually have on. C．Because he didn’t look like a native citizen. D．Because he ordered strange food and drinks. 67．How did the author know the man didn’t read the brochure? A．He was drinking all the time. B．He sat still with his sunglasses. C．The page remained unturned. D．He was staring at the writer. 68．What happened on the night of the car accident? A．A mysterious stranger helped the author out of the crashed car. B．The author helped a stranger escape from the crashed car. C．A mysterious man robbed the author of a grand. D．The author was interviewed for an illegal dance club. 69．What can we infer from the last paragraph? A．They kept in touch with each other since then. B．The author had been searching for the man. C．The man became a rich man years later. D．The author didn’t go to that interview. 70．What is their attitude towards each other? A．Sympathetic. B．Grateful. C．Worried. D．Trusty. Passage 15 （2024·天津·一模）Many of our family traditions centered around food. We’d gather in the kitchen for every birthday and holiday and enjoy delicious food. My grandparents always held Christmas dinner, which included chicken cacciatore, sausage, meatballs and salad. But right before we sat down to eat, my grandmother would pull me aside to show me the dish she made just for me: fresh pasta (意大利面) with tomato sauce. It was a simple dish, but to me it was warm food that filled me with happiness. But more than that, it made me feel like I belonged. I was a shy kid and, in many situations, I felt ignored. And here was my grandmother, showing me that I mattered. Years went by; I moved away and got married. I’d visit throughout the years and my grandmother would serve up a plate of pasta. When my daughter was born in 2020, for the first time in my life I wasn’t about to make the trip back home for Christmas. I cooked my family’s traditional foods and my husband and I had a big meal that included, of course, fresh pasta. I had a video call with my grandmother and showed her the pasta. Shortly after the holidays she passed away unexpectedly. It seemed so unfair that my grandmother passed away soon after I became a parent. I’d hold my daughter and think about how I could tell her what an amazing great-grandmother she had. In my sadness I came to an answer: food. Late at night after my daughter had gone to bed, I’d go to the kitchen and learn how to make fresh pasta, cooking my grandmother’s recipes. Before long I started experimenting, making a bit changes to classic recipes. When my daughter got a little older, I began making special dishes for her with my grandmother’s flavors in mind. I know that no matter how hard I try, my daughter will never have a bowl pasta with sauce exactly like the ones my grandmother would make for me. While that makes me sad, she’ll still get to have my pasta sauce. I know there’re two things she’ll never lack for in this life: pasta and love. 71．What did the author say about her grandmother’s homemade pasta? A．It was a special birthday gift for her. B．It brought her a sense of belonging. C．It was loved by every family member. D．It took a lot of time and energy to prepare. 72．What made the author’s 2020 Christmas dinner different from previous ones? A．She didn’t share pasta with her husband. B．She didn’t give her grandmother a call. C．She didn’t prepare many traditional family foods. D．She didn’t have a chance to eat her grandmother’s pasta. 73．Why did the author learn to make fresh pasta late at night? A．To honour her grandmother. B．To give her daughter a surprise. C．To meet her grandmother’s wish. D．To be a role model for her daughter. 74．What can we learn about the author’s pasta sauce? A．It isn’t easy to make. B．It isn’t to her daughter’s liking. C．It tastes exactly the same as her grandmother’s. D．It shows her love for her daughter. 75．What’s the best title for the text? A．Different types of pasta B．The origin of pasta C．Love through pasta D．Pasta for Christmas Passage 16 （2024·天津南开·一模）Last weekend I made my first visit to a remote village, home to one of our students, Tombe. Another teacher and I walked for two and a half hours to get there—first, up a mountain from where we had fantastic views, and then down a shaded path to the valley below. When we arrived at the village, Tombe’s mother, Kiak, saw us coming and started crying “ieee ieee”. We shook hands with all the villagers. Everyone seemed to be related to Tombe. Tombe’s father, Mukap, a man with a strong jaw and a wrinkled forehead, led us to his house, a low, round bamboo hut with no windows, with a door just big enough to get through, and with grass sticking out of the roof—this shows it is a man’s house. Such housing is dark inside so it took time for our eyes to adjust. Fresh grass had been laid on the floor and there was a platform for Jenny and me to sleep on. There was a fireplace in the centre of the hut. The only possessions I could see were one broom, a few saucers, a kettle, cups, pans, and a couple of jars. Mukap built a fire outside and laid stones on it to heat. He then placed the hot stones in an empty oil drum with kau kau(sweet potato), ripe corn, and greens. He then covered the vegetables with banana leaves and left them to steam. It smelled delicious. We ate inside the hut sitting round the fire. I loved listening to the family talking softly to each other in their language, even though I could not participate much in the conversation. Luckily, Tombe interpreted for us. Later, I noticed a can standing upside down on the grill (烤架) over the fire. After a while. Tombe threw it out of the doorway. Tombe told me that the can was heated to dry out the leftover food. His family believes that leftovers attract bad spirits in the night, so any leftover food is dried up in a can and the can is then thrown out of the hut. We left the village the next morning after many goodbyes and firm handshakes. My muscles were aching and my knees shaking as we dragged ourselves down the mountain towards home. That evening I fell happily into bed. It was such a privilege to have spent a day with Tombe’s family. 76．Why did Tombe’s mother start crying “ieee ieee”? A．Because she was excited to see her son home B．Because she saw someone who scared he C．Because she was welcoming the teachers. D．Because that was her daily routine. 77．What can we learn about Tombe’s father from the passage? A．He’s not a considerate one. B．He has a luxury house. C．He had a good talk with the author. D．He is good at cooking 78．When the author saw the family talking softly to each other, her feeling can be best described as ________. A．amazed B．puzzled C．frightened D．happy 79．According to Paragraph 4, the can was used to ________. A．drive bad spirits B．protect the hut C．hold the leftovers D．be thrown out of the hut 80．What did the author think of this visit? A．She hated the long and tiring visit B．She was pleased to visit the Tombe family. C．She thought Tombe’s family was too poor. D．She thought some of the Tombe family’s actions were stupid. Passage 17 （2024·天津红桥·一模）About two weeks ago I saw a very sad, blue eyed, homeless man sitting outside my local coffee house. I said, “Hi! How are you doing today?” He seemed shocked that I was talking to him. “Not very well,” he replied. He began to tell me how he had been hit by a car while riding his bike. He had been in the hospital for a month and s rest home for another month. During that time the person that paid for his SSI checks (社保费) died of a hear attack and his wallet was stolen with all his IDs. He had several checks waiting for him but had no ID and therefore no access to his money. I decided that if this was all true I’d like to help him get a copy of his birth certificate and social security card. I asked him to meet me at the Department of Vital Statistics at 11:00 p.m. The next morning I didn’t see him so I started filling out the paperwork. I explained to the receptionist, “I’m trying to help a homeless friend get his ID hack.” “Bob?”  she inquired. “Yes, Bob,” I responded, surprised that she knew his name. “He was here at 9:30 and he just left,” she said, “But he told us you were coming.” I paid the fee and walked out with Bob’s Birth Certificate. As I was driving home I saw Bob riding back on the old bike someone had given him. I pulled over and jumped out of my car shouting, “Bob! Bob! I got it!” He saw me and rode over. “I got it, Bob! Look, here it is!” He got tears in his eyes and told me I was his guardian angel. A few days later I needed him to meet me at the Social Security Office. It took me a half hour to get there by car and at least two hours by bike. But there he was sitting on the sidewalk waiting for me! We were in the Social Security Office for two hours. We got everything straightened out and by next week he will have received his back pay, which is a substantial sum. Yes, one person can make a difference in this world. And the interesting thing is that I am getting as much, if not more, from this experience than Bob. I am deeply touched by Bob’s sensitivity, his gratitude, his stories, his heart. Home is where the heart is, even for the homeless! 81．The author helped the homeless man get his ID back by _____. A．finding it for him B．filling out the paperwork C．visiting the Department of Vital Statistics D．getting his birth certificate 82．The receptionist knew the homeless man because ______. A．he just contacted with her B．he told her I was coming C．he just left from her office D．he called her for reception 83．The homeless man needed his ID to ______. A．get the money from the car owner B．get the money out of some checks C．prove his true identity D．pay back his SSI checks 84．The author helped the homeless man at the Social Security Office to _______. A．check if his information is true B．check if his name was kept there C．get his information to his back pay D．take a substantial sum of money 85．“I am getting as much, if not more, from this experience than Bob” means ____. A．I felt it meaningful to help Bob B．Bob also helped me in some way C．I was repaid after Bob got the money D．I got more respect after the experience Passage 18 （2024·天津·一模）Pooja Rai was a young architecture student in 2014 when she went with a friend to give food to a local orphanage. She was surprised at what she saw. Kids were playing with anything they could get their hands on. One group was rolling around a broken metal pipe. Two boys were trying to play badminton, using old shoes as rackets. “Play shouldn’t just be part of a rich kid’s lifestyle. All kids have a right to enjoy their childhoods.” Rai says. Over the next few weeks, she talked with friends about collecting money for a playground. And that’s when she thought of old tires. Around 100 million tires are thrown away in India every year. Could they reuse them as playground materials and help the environment, too? That idea became a reality in 2015, using old tires—all cleaned, carefully looked over to make sure they are safe to use, and painted in bright colors. The following year, she created Anthill Creations, which has built 275 playgrounds across India—celebrating the power of play in public spaces orphanages, and schools. “Our work always begins with talks with kids about what they want from this space.” says Rai. Sometimes it can take a few hours, or a few visits, until children are ready to open up. She also draws on her experience as an architect. “I found that spaces are powerful in shaping people’s behavior.” she says. Most of the play spaces Rai designs feature large tire sculptures of cars, buildings, or animals, paired with more classic elements of swings and jungle gyms. In one girl’s school in Bengaluru, the children wanted their play space to be shaped into a boxing ring, with tires doubling up as punching bags. “Their teacher was unsure about it.” Rai remembers. “But the girls said they didn’t want people to see them as weak. They wanted to practice self-defense and grow stronger.” In December 2019, this playground became a reality. 86．What did Rai find out about the kids in a local orphanage? A．They behaved badly. B．They were badly treated. C．They had nothing to do but play. D．They were short of play equipment. 87．What did Rai do with the thrown-away tires? A．She renewed them in a tire shop. B．She turned them into artistic works. C．She used them to design play spaces. D．She sold them to raise money for hungry kids. 88．What did Rai take into consideration when carrying out her work? A．Children’s needs. B．Children’s experiences. C．Her favourite childhood games. D．An architect friend’s suggestions. 89．What can we learn about the girls from the last paragraph? A．They needed to build their confidence. B．They wanted to win their teachers’ trust. C．They finally had their dream playground. D．They often helped with collecting old tires. 90．Which of the following can best describe Rai? A．Talented and hard-working. B．Creative and kind-hearted. C．Realistic and lonely. D．Poor but caring. Passage 19 （2024·天津河北·一模）On a cool autumn evening, while wandering through the streets of the old town, my attention was captured by a charming bookstore located between towering buildings. The warm light through its windows drew me closer, and without realizing it, I stood at its entrance, peering through the glass. Earlier that day, after enjoying a pleasant lunch with friends, I had decided to explore the city on foot. Despite passing through this part of town numerous times, I had never spotted the charming bookstore. However, on this particular evening, something about it seemed irresistibly inviting. Gently brushing away the fallen leaves from the window frame, I took a closer look inside. Rows of shelves filled with books of various sizes and colors stretched across the small and friendly interior, each volume whispering tales of adventure and wisdom. As my eyes moved over the titles, a wave of fond memories washed over me, transporting me back to my childhood. Growing up, my world was dominated by sports and outdoor activities, often at my father’s insistence. He would say, “You need to play football, Alex. It builds character.” Yet deep down, I always felt out of place on the football field, my mind wandering to distant lands and heroic tales. Every Sunday, after an exhausting football match, I would secretly go to my room and lose myself in books. The characters became my friends, and their journeys provided my escape. I still vividly recall the overwhelming joy I experienced when I first read about the adventures of a young wizard. His bravery and determination deeply touched me. One day, our school librarian noticed my passion for reading and suggested I join the book club. Hesitant and unsure of my father’s reaction, I took the club flyer (宣传单) home, my heart racing with a mix of fear and hope. To my surprise, he was supportive, his typically serious expression softening as he signed the permission slip. Joining the book club marked a turning point. I discovered a community where I truly belonged, and my passion for reading was embraced and nurtured. I began to craft my own stories, each one reflecting my dreams and desires. As I stood there, lost in these thoughts, the door of bookstore opened, inviting me in. Stepping inside felt like coming home, a place where dreams and reality met. It was a reminder of how books had shaped my life, guiding me through the challenges of childhood and inspiring me to find my true passion. 91．What was the author’s first impression of the bookstore on the autumn evening? A．It appeared to be closed and deserted. B．It seemed disappointing and dark. C．It was incredibly welcome. D．It looked modern and busy. 92．Why did the author’s father ask him to play football during his upbringing? A．To improve his strong personal qualities. B．To keep him physically fit and healthy. C．To prepare him for a sports career. D．To follow a family tradition. 93．The father’s act of signing the club flyer implies that he is ________. A．strict and demanding B．mindless and annoying C．considerate and approving D．protective and understanding 94．What effect did joining the book club have on the author? A．It isolated him from social life. B．It made him give up on sports entirely. C．It shaped the author’s personal growth. D．It changed the author’s view on reading. 95．What message does the author’s story convey A．Meeting expectations. B．Pursuing one’s passions. C．Exploring with excitement. D．Prioritizing physical activities. Passage 20 （2023·天津滨海新·三模）Once, during my summer holidays, my father was sick, but he worked in the rice field just the same, because there was so much to do. As I looked at his thin figure, crawling (缓慢移动) ahead of me, I thought of my own depressing future. I was tied to the land by job after backbreaking job, unlike other boys who had freedom to pursue happiness. Why were there people in the world who would never know what it was like to toil (苦干), and others, like me, who had been toiling ever since they were small boys, season after season, year after year? Why were some people sitting before electric fans or in air-conditioned rooms, while I was out of breath and sweating under the blazing sun? Why was there mud and more mud in front of me? Only we farmers were willing to crawl, to assume the lowliest of positions in order to have a better harvest. Even a horse, when working for man, stands tall. I was suddenly consumed with great pity and great respect for poor farmers, and the focus of my attention began to extend beyond myself and my family. This was an important turning point in my life. While resting beside a field one day, my brothers and I resolved to pursue useful knowledge and technology to help ourselves and other farmers improve our circumstances, and lighten our burden of labour. This resolve gave me strength so that when I went to university, lighten our burden of labour. This resolve gave me strength so that when I went to university, and later to the US on a scholarship, my spirit rose above personal hardships. Crawling in the mud had taught me to lake bleeding and sweating as part of my life, and not to be afraid in the face of difficulties. But what was more important was that I had learned the meaning of “You reap what you sow”. Mother used to say, “Judge a man not by his face, but by his fields.” I appreciate more and more the meaning of these words. The land is dependable, as long as you are willing to toil on it. When the wind blew and the green rice plants moved like waves in a sea, stunningly beautiful, a deep sense of satisfaction swelled up (充满) in me. I laboured hard in the simple, isolated countryside of my home, and I am proud of this. Although later I went into academic research, I shall always remember what working in the rice fields taught me: plant your feet firmly on the ground, work hard and you will be rewarded. 96．What did the author think of his job as a farmer in Paragraph 1? A．Unhappy but promising. B．Free and meaningful. C．Busy but rewarding. D．Exhausting and hopeless. 97．What motivated the author to change his present life? A．The concern for his father’s sickness. B．His pity and respect for poor farmers. C．His eagerness for knowledge and technology. D．His wish to have a better harvest. 98．How does the author understand his mother’s words in Paragraph 4? A．A man should be judged by his academic background. B．A man’s sense of satisfaction comes from the land. C．A man willing to toil in his field is bound to reap a harvest. D．A man shouldn’t be proud of his appearance. 99．According to the last paragraph, it can be inferred that the author________. A．achieves great success in his academic career B．benefits a lot from his previous experience C．lives in the isolated countryside D．takes pride in his hometown 100．What could be the best title for the passage? A．Crawling in the Rice Fields B．Sticking to Your Dreams C．Lightening the Burden of Labour D．Sparing No Effort to Work Passage 1 （2023·天津·高考真题）I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop, and my heart began to race. I'd been out to dinner that evening. Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal, I decided to walk home from the restaurant. I had traveled that way before, yet I had never noticed that old little shop. But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it. I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside. Several violins hung from the dark walls, quietly waiting to be chosen. As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. She was like, “Join the swim team, Tara. Your sister is a good swimmer; surely you will be, too.” What she refused to acknowledge, however, was that I was visibly afraid of water. Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet, but had little chance of success. That said, with a bang of the starting gun, I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could, only to find that the other swimmers slid past me. I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts. Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra( 管弦乐队)visited my class, and gave a demonstration. The drums annoyed me. The flutes(笛子)bored me. But the violin…ah, the violin. It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard! My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune. For the first time in my life, I went so wild with joy. Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director, I ran all the way home after school, and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire. They didn't. Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something, and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip. I began practicing the violin with great passion, and rose quickly in ability. Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra … 1．What did the sight of the violins in that little shop bring to Tara's mind? A．Her miserable past. B．An unforgettable sport event. C．The stories behind the violins. D．Her childhood memory. 2．What Dad did for Tara during the swimming competition implies that he is ________. A．mindless and bad-tempered B．caring and supportive C．strict and demanding D．tolerant and sympathetic 3．What fascinated Tara during her school orchestra's demonstration? A．The tune of the flutes. B．The beat of the drums. C．The sound of the violin. D．The manner of the musicians. 4．What enabled Tara to win the first seat in the community orchestra? A．The steady improvement in her taste. B．Her strong desire for success. C．Her natural gift for music. D．The rapid progress in her ability. 5．What message does Tara's story convey? A．It's never too young to learn. B．A passionate interest works wonders. C．Hard work will pay off in the long run. D．Like mother, like daughter. Passage 2 （2023·天津·高考真题）One freezing morning last February, I walked through Ontario Place. Trees were frosted sculptures. Large chunks of ice floated in the lake. Then I saw a group of people in bathing suits bouncing up and down in the water. They held hands, shouting and yelling into the sky. They looked and sounded so free. I’ve always found cold water thrilling. The shock of it is like pressing a switch. It seems to reset my body and soul. And last winter, I definitely needed a reset. I woke up most mornings with a dull, grey feeling as I forced myself out of bed to start the day. I needed something to cheer myself up, but I didn’t know what, until that day. The ice warriors (勇士) emerged from the lake, their skin steaming. Trembling, they were yet laughing and hugging each other. I called out: “You guys are awesome!” One woman waved back, “Come and join us! We’ re here every Monday morning.” The night before my first dip (游泳), I was excited and nervous. Cold water was one thing, but this icy lake was a whole other level. Should I back out? Eventually, I got up in the dark and drove to the meeting spot. After some wild warm up, I charged into the lake along with others. We yelled into the sky. Teeth chattering heart rates slowing, fingers and toes going numb (麻木), we stayed there for somewhere between two and five minutes. Knowing it was my first time, people cheered me on. It felt amazing. I was stupid with cold, but I couldn’t remember the last time I’d felt so happy. Now I go dipping almost every day, and I’ve come to long for that moment when the cold becomes a second skin and my internal voice goes silent. Apart from the thrill of those first heart-stopping dives, which, ironically, saved me from going under, what has drawn me is this community of generous, open-hearted souls. We laughed together, often, but from the stories we’ve shared about ourselves, I know I’m not the only one who faces life’s challenges. Holding hands in the freezing lake, we looked out for each other last winter and will do so through this one. It won’t fix everything in our lives—but for some reason, it helps. At the end of each session I return home feeling stronger, lighter, more able to carry on. As another winter sets in, I’m more than ready to embrace the cold again. 6．When the author saw the people in the lake, her feeling can be best described as __________ A．nervous B．amazed C．frightened D．calm 7．Why did the author think of joining the swimmers? A．To expand her social circle. B．To lift her spirits again. C．To adapt to the cold weather. D．To prepare for a new career 8．What can be learnt about the author’s first dipping? A．She hesitated a bit before going. B．She suffered from a heart problem. C．She stayed in cold water too long. D．She regretted not doing enough warm up. 9．What change has cold water swimming brought about in the author? A．She is more intelligent. B．She gets more competitive. C．She becomes a better storyteller. D．She regains her inner peace. 10．What message does the author most likely want to convey? A．Severe cold builds up character B．Group wisdom brightens our life. C．Tackling the odds together cures. D．Doing sports promotes friendship. Passage 3 （2022·天津·高考真题）I’m an 18-year-old pre-medical student, tall and good-looking, with two short story books and quite a number of essays to my credit. Why am I singing such praises of myself? Just to explain that the attainment of self-pride comes from a great deal of self-love, and to attain it, one must first learn to accept oneself as one is. That was where my struggle began. Born and raised in Africa，I had always taken my African origin as burden. My self-dislike was further fueled when my family had to relocate to Norway, where I attended a high school. Compared to all the white girls around me, with their golden hair and delicate lips, I ,a black girl, had curly hair and full, red lips. My nose often had a thin sheet of sweat on it, whatever the weather was. I just wanted to bury myself in my shell crying “I’m so different!” What also contributed to my self-dislike was my occasional stuttering (口吃), which had weakened my self-confidence. It always stood between me and any fine opportunity. I’d taken it as an excuse to avoid any public speaking sessions, and unknowingly let it rule over me. Fortunately, as I grew older, there came a turning point. One day a white girl caught my eye on the school bus when she suddenly turned back. To my astonishment, she had a thin sheet of sweat on her nose too, and it was in November! “Wow,” I whispered to myself, “this isn’t a genetic(遗传的) disorder after all. It’s perfectly normal.” Days later, my life took an-other twist(转折). Searching the internet for stuttering cures, I accidentally learned that such famous people as Isaac Newton and Winston Churchill also stuttered. I was greatly relieved and then an idea suddenly hit me—if I’m smart, I shouldn’t allow my stuttering to stand between me and my success. Another boost to my self-confidence came days later as I was watching the news about Oprah Winfrey, the famous talk show host and writer—she’s black too! Whenever I think of her story and my former dislike of my color, I’m practically filled with shame. Today, I’ve grown to accept what I am with pride; it simply gives me feeling of uniqueness. The idea of self-love has taken on a whole new meaning for me: there’s always something fantastic about us, and what we need to do is learn to appreciate it. 11．What affected the author’s adjustment to her school life in Norway？ A．Her appearance B．Social discrimination. C．Her changing emotions. D．The climate in Norway. 12．What did the author’s occasional stuttering bring about according on Paragraph 3? A．Her lack of self-confidence. B．Her loss of interest in school. C．Her unwillingness to greet her classmates. D．Her desire for chances to improve herself. 13．How did the author feel on noticing the similarity between her and the girl on the bus? A．Blessed and proud. B．Confused and afraid. C．Amazed and relieved. D．Shocked and ashamed. 14．What lesson did the author learn from the cases of Newton and Churchill? A．Great minds speak alike. B．Stuttering is no barrier to success. C．Wisdom counts more than hard work. D．Famous people can’t live with their weaknesses. 15．What can best summarize the message contained in the passage? A．Pride comes before a fall. B．Where there is a will, there is a way. C．Self-acceptance is based on the love for oneself. D．Self-love is key to the attainment of self-pride. Passage 4 （2021·天津·高考真题）When people ask me how I started writing, I find myself describing an urgent need that I felt to work with language. Having said that, I did not know for a long time what I was looking for. It was not until I followed this feeling to its source that I discovered I had a passion for writing. With some encouragement from my colleagues, I had one of my poems published. This bit of success, however, was the point where my problem began. Back in 1978, I had to travel between three different campuses in the morning, teaching freshman composition. Afternoons I spent taking my daughter to her ballet and horse-riding lessons. I composed my lectures on the way, and that was all the thinking time I had. When I returned home, there was not enough of me left for writing after a full working day. As a way out, I decided to get up two hours before my usual time. My alarm was set for 5:00 A．M. The first day I shut it off because I had placed it within arm's reach. The second day I set two clocks, one on my night table, and one out in the hallway. I had to jump out of bed and run to silence it before my family was awoken. This was when my morning writing began. Since that first morning in 1978, I have been following the habit to this day, not making or accepting many excuses for not writing. I wrote my poems in this manner for nearly ten years before my first book was published. When I decided to write a novel, I divided my two hours: the first for poetry, the second for fiction. Well or badly, I wrote at least two pages a day. This is how my novel, The Line of the Sun. was finished. If I had waited to have the time, I would still be waiting to write my novel. What I got out of getting up in the dark to work is the feeling that I am in control. For many people, the initial sense of urgency to create easily dies away because it requires making the tough decision: taking the time to create, stealing it from yourself if ifs the only way. 16．What motivated the author to start her writing career? A．Her strong wish to share. B．Her keen interest in writing. C．Her urgent need to make a living. D．Her passionate desire for fame. 17．What problem did the author face when she decided to begin her writing? A．She was too exhausted to write after a busy day. B．She had trouble in deciding on her writing style. C．She had to take time to discipline her daughter. D．She was unsure about her writing skills. 18．Why did the author place an alarm clock in the hallway? A．In case the clock in her room broke down. B．In case she failed to hear the ringing. C．To force herself out of bed. D．To wake up her family. 19．How did the author manage to finish her novel? A．By sticking to writing every morning. B．By writing when her mind was most active. C．By drawing inspirations from classic novels. D．By reducing her teaching hours at school. 20．What can we learn from the author's success in her writing career? A．It is never too late to change your job. B．Imaginative ideas die away if not taken in time. C．A tight schedule is no excuse for lack of action. D．Daily life provides ideas for creative writing. Passage 5 （2021·天津·高考真题）About five weeks ago, I noticed the skin of our pet lizard was growing dusty. It worried me. I reported the strange surface on the skin of the lizard to my husband and children the next morning. Seconds later, our lizard emerged from its tank with its old skin flowing behind it. I didn't think about it much until a morning last week when I knocked my favorite teapot off the table. It burst into hundreds of pieces. As I swept up the mess, I wondered why we had been breaking so many things over the months. The destruction started three months ago. It was my husband's birthday. He had just lost his job. The uncertainty was starting to wear on us, so I wanted to do something special. “Let's make a cake for Dad!” I cried. My kids screamed with joy. We baked, iced and sprinkled for most of the day. Candles on the cake! Balloons on the walls! Flowers on the table! Two hours before my husband came back home from another job interview, my daughter climbed up to grab a glass vase from a high shelf. It fell and crashed beside the cake. Tiny pieces of glass were everywhere. She sobbed loudly as I threw the cake away. My husband had banana pudding for his birthday. Three days ago, the light in our living room suddenly went out. After several frustrating hours of unsuccessful attempts to fix it, my husband suggested watching the Michael Jordan documentary series The Last Dance. The poignancy of Jordan retiring from his beloved basketball to play baseball and what had pushed him to make such a tough decision took me by surprise. As I watched him take off his basketball uniform and replace it with a baseball uniform, I saw him leaving behind the layer that no longer served him, just as our lizard had. Neither of them chose the moment that had transformed them. But they had to live with who they were after everything was different. Just like us. I realized that we have to learn to leave the past behind. Humans do not shed skin as easily as other animals. The beginning of change is upsetting. The process is tiring. Damage changes us before we are ready. I see our lizard, raw and nearly new. Jordan said that no matter how it ends, it starts with hope. With our tender, hopeful skin, that is where we begin. 21．What can we learn about the pet lizard from Paragraph 1? A．Its tank grew dirty. B．Its old skin came off. C．It got a skin disease. D．It went missing. 22．Why did the author's husband have banana pudding for his birthday? A．The birthday cake was ruined. B．The author made good puddings. C．Pudding was his favorite dessert. D．They couldn't afford a birthday cake. 23．Why does the author mention The Last Dance in the passage? A．To prove a theory. B．To define a concept. C．To develop the theme. D．To provide the background. 24．The underlined part "leaving behind the layer" in Paragraph 8 can be understood as . A．letting go of the past B．looking for a new job C．getting rid of a bad habit D．giving up an opportunity 25．What does the author most likely want to tell us? A．Love of family helps us survive great hardships. B．It's not the end of the world if we break things. C．We should move on no matter what happens. D．Past experiences should be treasured. Passage 6 （2020·天津·高考真题）“They tell me that you’d like to make a statue(塑像) of me-is that correct, Miss Vinnie Ream?” The deep, gentle voice helped calm the nervous girl. Asking a favor of the President of the United States was no casual matter, especially for a seventeen-year-old girl. “Yes, sir,” she replied, her dark eyes meeting his. “I wouldn’t have duo ask you, but my teacher, Mr. Mills, says I am ready. I plan to make it in an admirable manner. “ President Lincoln smiled. “Painters, sculptors-they’ve all tried to make the best of this ordinary face, but I’m afraid there’s not much hope. What did you have in mind, Miss Ream? A bust(半身像)?” Before Vinnie could say yes, the President hurried on, a shade of apology in his voice. “Of course-I shouldn’t have asked. A full-length pose would be much too big a project for a young woman your size. “ Vinnie’s face turned red. She realized she looked like a child, with her tiny figure. “Small does not mean weak, sir,” she defended herself. “I was born in the country of Wisconsin. I’ve driven teams of horses and carried water. Making a full-length clay(粘土) figure would not exhaust my strength-and that is what I intend to do!” The President’s eyes, brightened at her show of spirit. “Sorry, madam, I have underestimated you as I didn’t know your background.” But his smile faded as he rubbed his beard with bony fingers, in thought. “Miss Ream,” he sighed, “I’d like to let you do it, but as you know, we are in the middle of a war. How could I possibly take the time to pose for a sculpture now? I hardly have a minute to myself.” Vinnie glanced around and noted the size of his office. “I work quickly,” she said. Her voice was soft but confident as she pointed to the corner near the windows. “If I were to bring my clay here and work for three hours every afternoon, I could complete most of the project while you are at your desk.” The President seemed to consider her idea seriously. He got up and shook Vinnie’s hand warmly, “I’ve heard that you are a talented young woman, and I have found you charming and intelligent as well. I cannot make my decision immediately, but you will hear from me soon.” The very next day, Vinnie received an invitation from the President. 26．What gave Vinnie confidence to make her request of President Lincoln? A．Her aggressive personality. B．Mr. Mills’s encouraging remark. C．President Lincoln’s gentle voice. D．Her interest in a challenging job. 27．How did President Lincoln first respond to Vinnie’s request? A．Pleased. B．Thrilled. C．Regretful. D．Doubtful. 28．Vinnie confirmed her ability to make a full-length statue by highlighting ______. A．her experience from other projects B．her innocent childhood in the country C．the heavy labor she had done before D．the skill she picked up in Wisconsin 29．Vinnie wanted to choose the corner near the windows to ______. A．achieve effects of natural lighting B．keep all her tools within easy reach C．observe the President at a right angle D．avoid disturbing the president’s work 30．What message does the story convey? A．A strong-willed soul can reach his goal. B．Experience helps to promote excellence. C．Ups and downs make one strong. D．Devotion requires enthusiasm. Passage 7 （2020·天津·高考真题）One of the most stressful days of Susan McFrederick’s life was watching her son get wheeled away for surgery hours after he was born in 2011. But after the operation, Susan burst into tears for a different reason: across the cut on their newborn sons back was a sweet winter scene, hand-drawn on his bandages（绷带）. “There were rolling hills of snow, a pine tree and a snowman with a hat and broom, she recalled. It was extremely touching and comforting to know that somebody had taken the time to do that for my family. It was a moment I'll never forget.” Susan soon learned the artist was her sons surgeon, Robert Parry, who discovered another way to use his hands in the mid-1980 s during his internship（实习期）at children's medical center. where he saw one of his colleagues cut out heart and shark shapes to decorate children’s bandages. “My first reaction was, 'What is he doing? Hey, that’s kind of neat,’ ” Parry recalled. “I especially liked the reactions of the parents and the patients when they saw his artwork. The smiles took everyone's attention from the surgery. Then I decided to follow suit.” Parry quickly graduated from his early hearts and sharks, and started to surprise families with drawings that captured young patients' personalities. From Snoopy to Spider-Man and bears to butterflies, there isn’t much he hasn’t drawn. Most kids want superheroes sports team logos or princesses, while babies often receive scenes with flowers trees and sea creatures During the last 30 years, Parry estimates he has left examples of his handiwork over the stitches（伤口缝线） of more than 10, 000 children. “During a time of stress for families, it's nice to be able to help them smile and laugh," Parry said. This is something positive that I can do for them, which is what I like most about it.” For Parry, the reward is knowing he hopefully made a difference in a child’s life, and except for his drawings on bandages, they can go on and live their lives and never know I was in it.” he said. He's not ready to retire, but he's found a new hobby to keep his hands skillful in the years to come. “I've taken up knitting（编织）,” Parry said. “Hats, sweaters, gloves---I enjoy it all. But mostly, I enjoy giving everything away.” 31．Susan burst into tears after her baby's operation because she was__________. A．moved B．amused C．stressed D．heartbroken 32．How did Parry get the idea of decorating children's bandages? A．He was motivated by his patients. B．He was inspired by his colleague. C．He was required to learn the skill during his internship. D．He was encouraged by Susan to show his genius for art. 33．Parry's artworks during the last 30 years show that he__________. A．devoted himself more to art than to medicine. B．knew more about his patients than their parents. C．took into consideration the tastes of individual patients. D．created a large number of works beyond his expectations. 34．What does Parry expect to achieve with his artworks? A．To get a reward from the artistic circle. B．To win the admiration of his colleagues. C．To make a difference in his dull medical career. D．To lift the spirits of his patients and their parents. 35．What can we learn about Parry from the last two paragraphs of the passage? A．He is eager to show others his new skills. B．He enjoys trying new ways to help others. C．He is looking forward to life after retirement. D．He is more interested in knitting than drawing. Passage 8 （2019·天津·高考真题）An unpleasant smell floated into my nose as the bowl of fried stinky tofu（臭豆腐） settled onto my grandmother’s dinner table. I immediately sat back. The smell ruined my appetite, and I pushed the dish away. “It’s supposed to stink. Just give it a try!” my grandmother said. Holding my breath, I unwillingly took a bite. To my surprise, the tofu beneath the fried skin was warm, soft, and mouthwatering. Since then, whenever I visited my grandmother’s house, I would rush to the kitchen for the stinky tofu with excitement. Thus, stinky tofu became more than a household tradition. It became my favorite dish. Along with the stinky tofu, I would meet my Uncle Chan on every visit. As an immature boy, I never understood my uncle’s condition of Down syndrome（唐氏综合征）. He was an unfriendly and terrible creature in my eyes. He constantly walked around the house, talking to himself. Whenever he was within view, I would run away in fear. However, one day, my view of my uncle suddenly changed. I was just getting out of my bed when I heard soft steps approaching. It was my uncle. My muscles froze. He slowly sat next to me and touched my face gently, as a mother would stroke （抚摸）a baby. A wide smile emerged from his blank expression. How beautiful his smile was! I could not help but smile back. My fear disappeared gradually, and my muscles relaxed. For the first time, I could see softness and warmth in his eyes. My uncle very much resembles stinky tofu. Stinky tofu smells unpleasant on the outside, yet feels warm and soft in the inside.  Like stinky tofu, my uncle’s Down syndrome made me keep my distance at first. Yet, I learned that deep inside, he is harmless and has a loving nature. Some people tend to look down upon disabled people and regard them as unfit for a regular life. As I was able to see through the outer surface of the tofu, these people are unable to see through the surface of prejudice（偏见）. As a result, they judge the disabled with one glance. The outside and inside of the stinky tofu exist as two extremely different worlds. Perhaps that is what makes it such a tasty dish. Not only is it delicious, stinky tofu offers a valuable lesson: never judge people at first glance, for true beauty comes from the inside. 36．Why did stinky tofu become the author’s favorite dish? A．It was related to family tradition. B．It turned out to be quite delicious. C．Grandma encouraged him to try it. D．His appetite for food had increased. 37．What did the author think of his uncle at first? A．He was a qu$$ 阅读理解记叙文（核心考点精讲精练） 1. 高考真题考点分布（天津卷） 年份 篇目 语篇类型 主题语境 主题语境内容 细节理解 主旨大意 推理判断 词义猜测 态度意图/语篇结构 2023年6月 A 应用文 人与社会 大学生活 5 0 0 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 个人经历 3 1 1 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 科普知识 4 0 1 0 0 D 说明文 人与社会 科普知识 4 0 1 0 0 2023年3月 A 应用文 人与社会 大学生活 4 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 个人经历 3 1 1 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 艺术美学 2 0 2 1 0 D 说明文 人与社会 科普知识 3 1 1 0 0 2022年6月 A 应用文 人与社会 大学生活 4 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 3 1 1 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 人类认知 2 1 0 0 2 D 议论文 人与社会 美好生活的秘诀 2 0 3 0 0 2021年6月 A 应用文 人与社会 学校生活 4 0 0 0 1 B 记叙文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 2 1 2 0 0 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与创新 3 0 1 0 1 D 议论文 人与社会 艺术与人类文明 3 1 1 0 0 2021年3月 A 应用文 人与社会 社会交往 4 0 0 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 积极的生活态度 0 0 3 1 1 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展 2 1 2 0 1 D 议论文 人与自我 丰富自我 2 1 2 0 0 2020年7月 A 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与技术创新 4 0 0 0 1 B 记叙文 人与社会 社会交往 2 0 2 0 1 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与技术创新 3 1 1 0 0 D 议论文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 0 1 3 0 1 2020年5月 A 应用文 人与自我 个人、家庭、社区及学校生活 3 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与社会 社会交往 1 0 3 0 1 C 说明文 人与社会 科技发展与技术创新 1 0 3 1 1 D 议论文 人与社会 社会进步与人类文明 0 2 2 1 0 2019年6月 A 应用文 人与自我 个人、家庭、社区及学校生活 4 0 1 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 优秀品行和正确的人生态度 2 1 2 0 0 C 说明文 人与自然 自然环境 2 0 3 0 0 D 议论文 人与自我 乐于学习，善于学习，终身学习 0 0 2 1 2 2019年3月 A 应用文 人与自我 个人、家庭、社区及学校生活 3 0 2 0 0 B 记叙文 人与自我 认识、丰富、完善自我 3 1 0 0 1 C 说明文 人与自我 健康的生活方式 2 0 1 1 1 D 议论文 人与自我 认识自我 2 1 1 0 1 2. 命题规律及备考策略 【命题规律】 近5年天津卷对于记叙文的考查主要集中于细节理解题和推理判断题，也会偶尔考查主旨大意和词义猜测。 【备考策略】 进行阅读理解时，首要步骤是全面阅读文章，明确六大要素（时间、地点、人物、(事情的)起因、经过和结果，即when, where, who, why, what和how）及叙述顺序线索（人物线索<人物的经历、见闻、感受等>、事件线索<中心事件的来龙去脉>、感情线索<作者或作品中主要人物的思想感情变化>、时间线索、地点和空间线索等），尤其要关注文中提及的多重时间、地点和人物，梳理事件的起因、过程和结局。随后，细读题目，于文中搜寻相关信息。最终，依据搜集的信息做出准确选择。 若文中人物众多，还需理清人物间关系。对于故事性记叙文，需通读全文，把握故事的发生、发展、高潮与结局；寓言哲理类文章，则需理解故事蕴含的哲理，特别留意结尾处的升华；而逸闻趣事或人物传记类，则需体会对话风格，感悟故事精髓。 【命题预测】 2025年阅读理解对仍然会考查记叙文，会继续考查细节理解题、推理判断题、主旨大意题和词义猜测题等题型。 必备基础知识： 【题型解读】 记叙文是以写人、叙事为主，以人物的经历和事物发展变化为主要内容的一种文体形式，其特点如下：主题往往蕴含在字里行间，需要透过表面理解、领悟文字的深层含义，通过归纳概括来进行提炼；大多按时间或空间顺序展开叙述。阅读时应采取略读和扫读的方法，快速抓住文中叙述的主要内容，从整体上把握文章的脉络。文章一般具有“双线”，一方面要依据时空的顺序和故事的发展明确故事人物关系，理清故事主要事件以及它们之间的内在联系；另一方面，要根据人物的处境和叙述、议论时所用的特定词语来准确把握人物的情感与态度。 【语篇特点】 叙述性：记叙文以叙述为主要表达方式，通过讲述事件的发展过程来展现故事情节。 连贯性：文章通常按照时间顺序、空间顺序或逻辑顺序展开，保持故事的连贯性和完整性。 情感性：记叙文往往蕴含作者或故事中人物的情感态度，通过情节发展来体现这些情感变化。 细节性：为了生动地描绘场景和人物，记叙文会包含丰富的细节描写，如人物的外貌、动作、心理活动等。 【做题步骤】 快速浏览题干：首先阅读题目要求，明确考查点，如细节理解、推理判断、主旨大意等。 有针对性地阅读文章：根据题干要求，有选择地阅读文章中的相关段落和细节，避免盲目阅读全文。 （PS: 记叙文阅读理解的时间控制在7-8分钟，避免在某一题上花费过多时间。） 重难点知识： 考点精讲01记叙文之细节理解题 【做题步骤】 1. 预读题目：在阅读文章之前，先预读题目，了解需要关注哪些细节。 2. 寻找关键词：在文章中寻找与题目相关的关键词或短语，这些词汇通常会帮助你快速定位到答案所在的位置。一旦定位到相关段落或句子，仔细阅读并理解其中的细节。 3. 对比选项：将文章中的细节与题目中的选项进行对比，确保选择最符合文章内容的答案。 【解题选项特点】 · 正确选项特征 精准对应：正确选项通常与文章中的具体细节精准对应，无论是事实、数据还是人物行为，都能在原文中找到明确出处。 同义转换：有时为了增加难度，正确选项会对原文中的词汇或短语进行同义转换，但核心意思保持不变。 逻辑合理：正确选项在逻辑上与文章整体内容保持一致，符合文章的叙述逻辑和语境。 全面覆盖：对于需要综合多个细节判断的问题，正确选项能够全面覆盖相关细节，不遗漏关键信息。 · 干扰选项特征 部分正确：干扰选项可能包含文章中的部分正确信息，但未能全面反映题目要求，或与其他信息存在矛盾。 无中生有：编造文章中不存在的信息或细节，以迷惑考生。 偷换概念：使用与原文相似的词汇或短语，但改变其原意，误导考生选择。 夸大其词：对原文中的细节进行夸大或缩小，使选项内容与原文不符。 反向干扰：与正确选项在语义上相反，如正确答案是“支持”，干扰项可能为“反对”。 绝对化表述：使用绝对化的语气词，如“must”、“always”、“never”等，这类表述往往过于绝对，不符合文章实际。 细节错位：将文章中的细节信息放在错误的位置或语境中，使选项看似合理实则错误。 （2023·天津·高考真题）I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop, and my heart began to race. I'd been out to dinner that evening. Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal, I decided to walk home from the restaurant. I had traveled that way before, yet I had never noticed that old little shop. But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it. I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside. Several violins hung from the dark walls, quietly waiting to be chosen. As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. She was like, “Join the swim team, Tara. Your sister is a good swimmer; surely you will be, too.” What she refused to acknowledge, however, was that I was visibly afraid of water. Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet, but had little chance of success. That said, with a bang of the starting gun, I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could, only to find that the other swimmers slid past me. I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts. Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra( 管弦乐队)visited my class, and gave a demonstration. The drums annoyed me. The flutes(笛子)bored me. But the violin…ah, the violin. It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard! My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune. For the first time in my life, I went so wild with joy. Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director, I ran all the way home after school, and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire. They didn't. Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something, and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip. I began practicing the violin with great passion, and rose quickly in ability. Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra … 1．What did the sight of the violins in that little shop bring to Tara's mind? A．Her miserable past. B．An unforgettable sport event. C．The stories behind the violins. D．Her childhood memory. 【答案】1．D 【详解】细节理解题。由文章第三段最后一行“As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. ”(当我的目光停留在他们身上时，我觉得自己好像在透过窗户回顾自己的过去。)和第四段第一行“My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. ”(我的童年都是我尝试追求过的爱好，其中大部分都是妈妈选择的。)可知，透过商店的小提琴作者回想起了童年。故选D项。 考点精讲02记叙文之推理判断题 推理判断题主要测试考生根据文章提供的信息进行逻辑推断的能力。这类题型通常要求考生对文章中的隐含意义、作者态度或文章结构等进行推理判断。其特点在于不直接提供答案，而是需要考生通过理解、分析和推断来得出答案。 【做题步骤】 1. 识别推理信号：在读题过程中，要注意识别那些可能暗示推理的信号词，如“infer”, “suggest”, “imply”等。 2. 仔细阅读文章：要仔细阅读全文，理解文章的主旨大意和细节信息。这是进行推理判断的基础。 3. 分析文章逻辑：分析文章中的逻辑关系，包括因果关系、对比关系、转折关系等，这些关系往往是推理判断的重要依据。 4. 结合选项分析：将每个选项与文章中的信息进行对比和分析，判断其是否符合文章的逻辑和语境。 5. 排除干扰选项：注意排除那些与文章信息不符或逻辑上不合理的选项。 【技巧】 · 隐含意义推理：要求考生推断出文章中没有直接表述的隐含意义。解题方法是通过理解文章中的语境、作者的态度和言外之意来进行推断。 · 作者态度推理：要求考生推断出作者对某一事物的态度或观点。解题方法是分析文章中的词汇选择、句式结构和语气等来表达作者的态度。 · 文章结构推理：要求考生推断出文章的组织结构或段落之间的关系。解题方法是分析文章中的主题句、支撑句和结论句等来确定文章的结构。 · 不要过度推断：推理判断要基于文章提供的信息，不要添加自己的主观臆断或超出文章范围的推断。 · 注意细节与整体的结合：在推理过程中，既要关注文章中的细节信息，也要考虑文章的整体语境和主旨。 · 避免陷入思维定势：有时选项会设置一些常见的思维定势作为干扰项，考生要警惕并避免陷入其中。 （2023·天津·高考真题）I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop, and my heart began to race. I'd been out to dinner that evening. Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal, I decided to walk home from the restaurant. I had traveled that way before, yet I had never noticed that old little shop. But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it. I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside. Several violins hung from the dark walls, quietly waiting to be chosen. As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. She was like, “Join the swim team, Tara. Your sister is a good swimmer; surely you will be, too.” What she refused to acknowledge, however, was that I was visibly afraid of water. Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet, but had little chance of success. That said, with a bang of the starting gun, I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could, only to find that the other swimmers slid past me. I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts. Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra( 管弦乐队)visited my class, and gave a demonstration. The drums annoyed me. The flutes(笛子)bored me. But the violin…ah, the violin. It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard! My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune. For the first time in my life, I went so wild with joy. Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director, I ran all the way home after school, and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire. They didn't. Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something, and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip. I began practicing the violin with great passion, and rose quickly in ability. Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra … 1．What Dad did for Tara during the swimming competition implies that he is ________. A．mindless and bad-tempered B．caring and supportive C．strict and demanding D．tolerant and sympathetic 【答案】1．B 【详解】推理判断题。由文章第五段最后两句“I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts.”(如果我没有听到父亲鼓励我加油的呼喊声，我早就放弃了。当我的手终于抓住泳池边时，他总是拿着一条温暖、干燥的毛巾在那里，告诉我他为我拼命的努力感到多么自豪。)由此可以推断爸爸是关心和支持作者的。故选B项。 考点精讲03记叙文之主旨大意题 【常见提问方式】 What is the text mainly about? What is the best title for the text? What can be a suitable title for the text? What's the first/second/third....paragraph mainly about? What's the main idea discussed in the first/second/.. paragraph? 【做题步骤】 1. 快速定位主旨 阅读文章开头和结尾：记叙文往往会在开头明确主题，并在结尾进行总结或升华。 识别主题句：主题句通常包含文章的核心信息，可能出现在段落开头、结尾或中间。 注意高频词汇：文章中反复出现的词汇或短语往往与主旨密切相关。 2. 分析题目设置 识别问题类型：确定是询问文章主旨、作者观点还是文章标题。 分析选项：对比选项与文章内容的契合度，排除与文章细节相关但非主旨的选项。 警惕干扰项：注意选项中的绝对化表述、偏离文章主题的词汇或短语。 （2023·天津·高考真题）I looked through the window of the charming little violin shop, and my heart began to race. I'd been out to dinner that evening. Since it wasn't dark yet after the meal, I decided to walk home from the restaurant. I had traveled that way before, yet I had never noticed that old little shop. But that night I felt drawn to the violin shop the moment I came across it. I wiped the dirt from the window to get a better look inside. Several violins hung from the dark walls, quietly waiting to be chosen. As my eyes rested on them, I felt as though I were looking through a window into my own past. My childhood was all about the pursuits I had attempted, most of which had been chosen by Mom. She was like, “Join the swim team, Tara. Your sister is a good swimmer; surely you will be, too.” What she refused to acknowledge, however, was that I was visibly afraid of water. Every Saturday I begged Mom not to make me go to the swim meet, but had little chance of success. That said, with a bang of the starting gun, I would dive into the cold water with all my strength and swim to the other side of the pool as fast as I could, only to find that the other swimmers slid past me. I would have given it up if I had not heard my father's encouraging shouts to cheer me on. When at last my hand would grab the edge of the pool, he would always be there with a warm, dry towel, telling me how proud he was of my desperate efforts. Then came a turning point in my life the day our school orchestra( 管弦乐队)visited my class, and gave a demonstration. The drums annoyed me. The flutes(笛子)bored me. But the violin…ah, the violin. It made the sweetest sound I'd ever heard! My heart was dancing along with its flowing tune. For the first time in my life, I went so wild with joy. Tightly holding the permission slip from the orchestra director, I ran all the way home after school, and shakily handed it to my parents with a fear that they might dismiss my desire. They didn't. Mom was thrilled to see me finally excited about something, and Dad winked(眨眼示意)at me while eagerly signing the slip. I began practicing the violin with great passion, and rose quickly in ability. Before long I had won the first seat in the community orchestra … 1．What message does Tara's story convey? A．It's never too young to learn. B．A passionate interest works wonders. C．Hard work will pay off in the long run. D．Like mother, like daughter. 【答案】1．B 【详解】主旨大意题。根据文章，作者非常拼命地游泳但是依然落后于其他人。他非常热爱小提琴，进步飞速，很快成为了管弦乐团的首席，可知兴趣爱好是最好的老师，能创造奇迹。故选B项。 （最新模拟试题演练） Passage 1 （2024·天津河北·二模）In my senior year of high school, while living with my grandparents, I discovered a unique talent: perfect timing. This discovery of my perfect timing was so astonishing that I kept it to myself, thinking no one would believe my ability to time my arrival at school with extraordinary precision. My mother passed away when I was 13, leaving me, the oldest of four, in the care of our grandparents. Our father was absent, so financial challenges were part of our daily life. This prompted my grandfather to work as the janitor (门卫) of our school—a large building for grades 1-12. To help out, I started assisting him after school to ease his burden, such as sweeping rooms and emptying wastebaskets, earning a small wage in the process. I continued this work until my final year of high school. By that time, Grandpa was eight years past retirement age. When the first cold snap of that year arrived, he fired up the school’s furnace (火炉). He quickly realized how difficult it had become for him to shovel the huge pile of coal chips required to fill the hopper (漏斗) of the furnace’s stoker (司炉). I volunteered to take on that job, a commitment that required me to set my alarm clock an hour earlier each morning. I’d fumble into coal-darkened jeans, go over to the school, and shovel a half-ton of coal into the hopper, enough to keep the fire blazing for 24 hours. The next morning, I’d fill it again. After finishing that chore, I’d go home, clean up, change clothes, and eat breakfast. I’d pace my preparations by glancing at the clock in the dining room—it would be years before I’d have a watch. Then I’d head back to school, always at the last minute. It was during those morning rushes to school that I discovered my superpower. What initially seemed like mere coincidence—arriving at the exact moment the first bell rang—quickly became a deliberate challenge. I meticulously (小心翼翼地) planned each morning to maintain this precise timing, revealing in the master y of my routine. Years later, at a school reunion, I recounted this story to Harold Spiry, the school headmaster during my time. I boasted about my perfect timing, recalling with pride how I had mastered my mornings to the second. ‘Oh that,’ he said, his eyes narrowing as he thought back to that time. ‘Do you recall that my desk and office windows looked out over the front of the building? I often saw you coming. And when you hit the sidewalk, I’d ring the bell.’ Oh, my ‘perfect timing’ was actually his doing. 1．What can we infer about the author’s character from his perfect timing? A．He lacks confidence. B．He is naturally lucky. C．He prefers to work alone. D．He values precision and discipline. 2．Why did the author’s grandfather work as a janitor? A．He was passionate about cleaning. B．He found it was the only job available. C．He needed the job to support the family financially. D．He wanted to stay close to his grandchildren at school. 3．What motivated the author to take over the task of shoveling coal for the furnace? A．He wanted to learn a new skill. B．He needed extra money for personal expenses. C．He wanted to relieve his grandfather’s workload. D．He was interested in the mechanical operation of the furnace. 4．What can we learn from Paragraph 4? A．The author’s devotion to aiding his grandfather with coal shoveling. B．The author’s daily routine of waking up early to attend school. C．The author’s development of a new skill in coal shoveling. D．The author’s realization of the importance of punctuality. 5．What message does the author’s story convey? A．Our accomplishments are often supported by unseen kindness. B．Challenges can only be overcome through personal hardships. C．Personal talents bring pride and joy to an individual’s life. D．Perseverance leads to the development of unique skills. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．C 4．A 5．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一位高中毕业生回顾自己所谓的“完美的时间把控”，实际上是校长在背后默默帮助他的故事。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段的“In my senior year of high school, while living with my grandparents, I discovered a unique talent: perfect timing. This discovery of my perfect timing was so astonishing that I kept it to myself, thinking no one would believe my ability to time my arrival at school with extraordinary precision.(在我高中的最后一年，当我和祖父母住在一起时，我发现了一种独特的才能：完美的时间把控。这个发现让我非常惊讶，我一直没有告诉别人，以为没有人会相信我能如此精确地把握到校的时间。)”可知，作者自认为自己有完美的时间把控能力，在上学时间上做到了总是精准到校，这表明他重视精确性和纪律。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段的“My mother passed away when I was 13, leaving me, the oldest of four, in the care of our grandparents. Our father was absent, so financial challenges were part of our daily life. This prompted my grandfather to work as the janitor of our school(我13岁时，母亲去世了，留下我这个四个孩子中最大的一个，由祖父母照顾。我们的父亲不在家，所以经济上的挑战是我们日常生活的一部分。这促使我的祖父在我们学校当门卫。) ”可知，经济挑战是他们日常生活的一部分，这促使作者的祖父去做看门人赚钱来养家糊口。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段的“By that time, Grandpa was eight years past retirement age. When the first cold snap of that year arrived, he fired up the school’s furnace. He quickly realized how difficult it had become for him to shovel the huge pile of coal chips required to fill the hopper of the furnace’s stoker.(那时，祖父已经过了退休年龄8年了。那年的第一股寒流来临时，他点燃了学校的火炉。他很快就意识到，要铲掉堆积如山的煤屑，以填满熔炉的司炉料斗，对他来说是多么困难。)”可知，作者自告奋勇去铲煤是因为祖父铲煤很困难，他想为祖父减轻工作量。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据第四段的“I volunteered to take on that job, a commitment that required me to set my alarm clock an hour earlier each morning. I’d fumble into coal-darkened jeans, go over to the school, and shovel a half-ton of coal into the hopper, enough to keep the fire blazing for 24 hours. The next morning, I’d fill it again.(我自愿接受了这份工作，这项承诺要求我每天早上把闹钟调早一小时。我笨手笨脚地穿上深黑色的牛仔裤，去学校，把半吨煤铲进料斗，足够让炉火燃烧24小时。第二天早上，我再把它装满。)”可知，本段描述了作者早起铲煤来帮助他的祖父，展示了他的奉献精神。故选A。 5．推理判断题。根据最后一段的“Years later, at a school reunion, I recounted this story to Harold Spiry, the school headmaster during my time. I boasted about my perfect timing, recalling with pride how I had mastered my mornings to the second. ‘Oh that,’ he said, his eyes narrowing as he thought back to that time. ‘Do you recall that my desk and office windows looked out over the front of the building? I often saw you coming. And when you hit the sidewalk, I’d ring the bell.’ Oh, my ‘perfect timing’ was actually his doing.(多年以后，在一次同学聚会上，我把这个故事讲给Harold Spiry听，他是我上学时的校长。我夸耀自己的“完美的时间把控”，自豪地回忆起自己是如何掌握了每一个早晨的每一秒。“哦，那个，”他说，回想起那段时光，他的眼睛眯了起来。“你还记得我的办公桌和办公室的窗户都是对着大楼前面的吗？”我经常看见你来。当你走到人行道上时，我会按门铃。哦，我的“完美的时间把控”实际上是他促成的。)”可知， 故事的结尾揭示了作者的“完美的时间把控”实际上是由校长的善良促成的，说明我们的成就常常得到看不见的善意的支持。故选A。 Passage 2 （2024·天津南开·二模）The little country schoolhouse was heated by an old-fashioned, pot-bellied coal stove (煤炉) . A little boy had the job of coming to school early each day to start the fire and warm the room before his teacher and his classmates arrived. One morning they arrived to find the schoolhouse engulfed in flames (被火焰吞没) . They dragged the unconscious little boy out of the flaming building more dead than alive. He had major burns over the lower half of his body and was taken to a nearby county hospital. His mother was told that he was sure to die. Even if he were to survive, he would be a cripple (瘸子) throughout his life. But the brave boy did not want to die nor did he want to be a cripple. Much to be the amazement of the doctor, he did survive. But unfortunately from his waist down, he had no motor ability. His thin legs just dangled (悬荡) there, lifeless. Ultimately he was released from the hospital. But his determination to walk was as strong as ever. At home, when he was not in bed, he was limited to a wheelchair. One day, he threw himself from the chair and pulled himself across the grass, dragging his legs behind him. He reached the fence, raised himself up and then stake by stake, he began dragging himself along the fence, and decided that he would walk. He did this every day, with faith in himself that he would be able to walk unaided. With his iron persistence and his resolute determination, he did develop the ability to stand up, then to walk slowly, then to walk by himself and then to run. He began to walk to school, then run to school, to run for the sheer joy of running. Later in college he made the track team. In February 1934, in New York City's famed Madison Square Garden, this young man who was not expected to survive, who would surely never walk, who could never hope to run-this determined young man, Dr. Glenn Cunningham, ran the world's fastest mile. 6．Why did the little boy go to school early every day? A．To decorate the classroom. B．To clean the classroom. C．To light the stove. D．To give teachers and classmates a surprise. 7．What can be concluded from Paragraph 2? A．The little boy was badly burned. B．The little boy lost the lower part of his body. C．The little boy was crippled. D．The little boy's mother was sure he was going to die. 8．What problem did the little boy face when he left hospital? A．He didn't have long to live. B．He might never walk again. C．He had no motor ability. D．He lost his legs. 9．How did the little boy walk again? A．By throwing himself from the wheelchair. B．By climbing on the fence. C．By pulling himself along the fence each day. D．By joining the track team. 10．Dr. Glenn Cunningham's 1934 race result was A．depressing. B．challenging C．promising D．impressive 【答案】6．C 7．A 8．B 9．C 10．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了一个小男孩在一次学校火灾中严重受伤，医生认为他活下来的可能性很小，即使活下来也会成为瘸子。然而，小男孩凭借坚强的意志力，不仅活了下来，还通过不懈的努力，最终能够行走，甚至在大学时加入了田径队，并在1934年在纽约麦迪逊广场花园创造了世界最快的一英里跑纪录。 6．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“A little boy had the job of coming to school early each day to start the fire and warm the room before his teacher and his classmates arrived. (一个小男孩每天都要早来学校，在老师和同学们到来之前生火取暖。)”可知，小男孩每天早来学校是为了生火取暖。故选C。 7．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“They dragged the unconscious little boy out of the flaming building more dead than alive. He had major burns over the lower half of his body and was taken to a nearby county hospital. (他们把昏迷不醒的小男孩从着火的大楼里拖了出来，他已经半死不活了。他的下半身有严重烧伤，被送往附近的县医院。)”可知，小男孩被严重烧伤。故选A。 8．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“But unfortunately from his waist down, he had no motor ability. His thin legs just dangled (悬荡) there, lifeless. (但不幸的是，从他的腰部以下，他没有运动能力。他的瘦腿只是在那里晃荡着，毫无生气。)”可知，小男孩出院后面临着再也不能走路的问题。故选B。 9．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“One day, he threw himself from the chair and pulled himself across the grass, dragging his legs behind him. He reached the fence, raised himself up and then stake by stake, he began dragging himself along the fence, and decided that he would walk. (有一天，他从椅子上跳下来，拖着双腿穿过草地。他到达栅栏，站起身来，然后一根一根地，他开始沿着栅栏拖着自己，决定要走路。)”可知，小男孩是通过每天沿着栅栏拖着自己来重新走路的。故选C。 10．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“In February 1934, in New York City's famed Madison Square Garden, this young man who was not expected to survive, who would surely never walk, who could never hope to run-this determined young man, Dr. Glenn Cunningham, ran the world's fastest mile. (1934年2月，在纽约市著名的麦迪逊广场花园，这个不被期望能活下来、肯定不会走路、也不可能希望跑步的年轻人——格伦·坎宁安博士，跑出了世界上最快的一英里。)”可知，格伦·坎宁安博士在1934年的比赛结果是令人印象深刻的。故选D。 Passage 3 （2024·天津河西·二模）Standing at the finish line, 70-year-old Bob Long spent a while reflecting on the achievement he’d just made. Behind him was the wild, endless Mongolian grassland extending into the distance. This American had just become the oldest person to ever complete and win the Mongol Derby, the world’s longest horse race. Long, a rider all his life, entered the race after being inspired by All the Wild Horses, a movie based on the grueling event. Fearing that he wouldn’t be able to complete it, he set about preparing his mind and body for this “hardest, toughest, most demanding thing you can do on a horse”, an annual 1000-kilometer race that was recognized as the world’s longest horse race by The Guinness Book of Records in 2011. He confirmed his belief that preparation can surpass youth, as some of the other riders were less prepared. Although Long had been riding horses for many years, the hardship and uncertainty of the task pushed him to his limit and forced him to depend entirely on his own will. The race organizers had provided an extensive support network to keep an eye on the participants from afar. Despite that, the physical strain of riding such a long distance made simple things like squatting (蹲) down at the end of the day almost impossible. Along the vast race course there were unpredictable circumstances beyond Long’s control, however well prepared he’d been. Weather was one of them, which could switch from heavy rain to burning unexpectedly. Above all else, the biggest obstacle was the state of mind. Without a living soul in sight, Long was desperate for interaction, guidance, and comfort. This feeling of loneliness accounted for his hope that one of his fellow competitors would catch up. Regardless of the hardship, Long felt a sort of spiritual adventure while traveling through the wilderness. He was provided with some memorable moments while connecting with nature. He also grew to love the country and the communities along the route. Still holding the passion for riding, Long never dismisses the idea of competing in another Mongol Derby. 11．What distinguished Bob Long from other competitors in the Mongol Derby? A．He rode the whole race course alone. B．He completed the toughest part of the course. C．He was the oldest participant of the horse race. D．He was most likely to enter the competition again. 12．What does the underlined word “grueling” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Tough but rewarding. B．Difficult and exhausting. C．Comfortable and pleasant. D．Romantic but time-consuming. 13．What was the biggest challenge that Long faced during the race? A．The changeable weather. B．The mental state in the course. C．The difficulty in finding the right route. D．The physical strain of riding a long distance. 14．What is the text mainly about? A．An introduction to the Mongol Derby. B．A review of a film based on the longest horse race. C．The experience of the Mongol Derby’s oldest winner. D．The preparations before a long and difficult horse race. 15．What is the best title for the text? A．Competing in the Mongol Derby B．All the Wild Horses C．The Guinness Book of Records D．Endless Mongolian grassland 【答案】11．C 12．B 13．B 14．C 15．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了蒙古德比（Mongol Derby）赛马比赛中，最年长的参赛者和获胜者鲍勃·朗（Bob Long）的经历。 11．细节理解题。根据第一段“This American had just become the oldest person to ever complete and win the Mongol Derby, the world’s longest horse race. (这位美国人刚刚成为有史以来完成并赢得世界上最长赛马比赛蒙古德比的年龄最大的人)”可知，鲍勃·朗区别于其他赛马选手的是他是最年长的参赛者。故选C。 12．词句猜测题。根据第三段“Fearing that he wouldn’t be able to complete it, he set about preparing his mind and body for this “hardest, toughest, most demanding thing you can do on a horse”, an annual 1000-kilometer race that was recognized as the world’s longest horse race by The Guinness Book of Records in 2011. (由于担心自己无法完成比赛，他开始为这场“在马上能做的最困难、最艰难、要求最高的事情”做好身心准备，这是一场一年一度的1000公里的比赛，2011年被吉尼斯世界纪录认定为世界上最长的马赛)”可知，赛马比赛是一场最艰难、要求最高的比赛，推测划线单词grueling的意思是“艰难的、要求高的”，和选项B意思一致。故选B。 13．细节理解题。根据第六段“Above all else, the biggest obstacle was the state of mind. (最重要的是，最大的障碍是精神状态)”可知，对鲍勃·朗来说，最大的挑战是在比赛过程中的精神状态。故选B。 14．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Standing at the finish line, 70-year-old Bob Long spent a while reflecting on the achievement he’d just made. Behind him was the wild, endless Mongolian grassland extending into the distance. This American had just become the oldest person to ever complete and win the Mongol Derby, the world’s longest horse race.(站在终点线上，70岁的鲍勃·朗花了一段时间反思自己刚刚取得的成就。在他身后，是一片辽阔、一望无际的蒙古草原。这位美国人刚刚成为有史以来完成并赢得世界上最长赛马比赛蒙古德比的年龄最大的人)”以及文章内容可知，本文主要讲述了最年长的赛马选手鲍勃·朗赢得比赛的经历。故选C。 15．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Standing at the finish line, 70-year-old Bob Long spent a while reflecting on the achievement he’d just made. Behind him was the wild, endless Mongolian grassland extending into the distance. This American had just become the oldest person to ever complete and win the Mongol Derby, the world’s longest horse race.(站在终点线上，70岁的鲍勃·朗花了一段时间反思自己刚刚取得的成就。在他身后，是一片辽阔、一望无际的蒙古草原。这位美国人刚刚成为有史以来完成并赢得世界上最长赛马比赛蒙古德比的年龄最大的人)”可知，本文主要讲述最年长的赛马选手鲍勃·朗参加世界上最长赛马比赛蒙古德比，赢得比赛的经历，所以“在蒙古德比比赛”适合作为文章标题。故选A。 Passage 4 （2024·天津·二模）Twenty years ago, Charlotte attempted to call her sister in Bath, England. She intended to share the challenges and sorrows in her life with her sister. However, when she dialed the area code 01225, she accidentally punched in 01275 instead. This innocent mistake led her to reach Jones in Bristol, England. Recalling about the fateful phone call, Jones said: “When Charlotte realized her error, she apologized sincerely. She was extremely polite and charming. Besides, Charlotte’s warmth and openness were immediately evident.” In the following weeks, they called each other several times. Through their conversations, Jones discovered that Charlotte, who lived in Cornwall, England, had been trying to reach her sister. Charlotte told that during a divorce with her husband, Jones had become a source of comfort for her. She expressed gratitude because Jones’ kindness and encouragement as a stranger had lifted her spirits. Over the next several years, the two forged a strong friendship through their phone conversations, discussing their children — Charlotte, a mother of two, and Jones, a father of three. On Thanksgiving Day, Jones and his wife and children traveled to Cornwall. Finally meeting face-to-face, Charlotte exclaimed, “Oh, it was an remarkable day. The happiest Thanksgiving of my life, which I will never forget!” The sun shone brightly that day, warm as spring. It was a perfect day. After their encounter, Jones posted a photo of himself with Charlotte on Facebook, along with a heartfelt message: “The distance between people in this world is just a wrong phone number. It’s truly unbelievable.” Charlotte’s innocent mistake taught us an important lesson about the unexpected connections that can arise in life. Taking the initiative to reach out can lead to meaningful relationships that enrich our lives in ways we never imagined. We are reminded to cherish the unexpected connections that come into our lives and embrace the beautiful moments that they bring. 16．Why did Charlotte make a mistake when dialing the phone number? A．She was not familiar with the area codes. B．She dialed the wrong area code accidentally. C．The phone she used was not working properly. D．Her sister gave her a wrong number on purpose. 17．What was Jones’ first impression of Charlotte? A．Kind and open. B．Calm and helpful. C．Polite and warm. D．Clever and brave. 18．Why is Charlotte so grateful to Jones? A．Because he tried to help her to find her sister. B．Because he comforted her every day by phone. C．Because he helped her with a lot of housework. D．Because he cheered her up during her hard time. 19．The Thanksgiving Day was remarkable because ________. A．Charlotte went to see Jones alone B．Charlotte called Jones again and again C．it was sunny and warm that day D．the two families met face to face 20．What does the author want to tell us through this article? A．People can form a strong friendship through accidental connections. B．Phone numbers can often lead to misunderstandings and mistakes. C．Distance is a barrier to building friendships and relationships. D．A person’s life can change dramatically because of the awful divorce. 【答案】16．B 17．C 18．D 19．D 20．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要介绍的是Charlotte一次给姐姐打电话时拨错了电话区号，结果和一个完全陌生的人发展出一段友谊的故事。 16．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“However, when she dialed the area code 01225, she accidentally punched in 01275 instead. This innocent mistake led her to reach Jones in Bristol, England.(然而，当她拨打区号01225时，她不小心打错了01275。这个无心的错误使她找到了英国布里斯托尔的Jones。)”可知，Charlotte在拨电话的时候无意拨错了区号，把区号01225拨成了01275。故选B项。 17．推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Recalling about the fateful phone call, Jones said: “When Charlotte realized her error, she apologized sincerely. She was extremely polite and charming. Besides, Charlotte’s warmth and openness were immediately evident.”(Jones回忆起那个决定命运的电话时说：“当Charlotte 意识到自己的错误时，她真诚地道歉。她非常有礼貌，很有魅力。此外，Charlotte的热情和坦率是显而易见的。”)”可知，Jones觉得Charlotte有礼貌，很有魅力，而且非常热情和坦率，由此可知，Jones对Charlotte 的第一印象是礼貌而又热情。故选C项。 18．细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Charlotte told that during a divorce with her husband, Jones had become a source of comfort for her. She expressed gratitude because Jones’ kindness and encouragement as a stranger had lifted her spirits.(Charlotte 说，在与丈夫离婚期间，Jones成了她的安慰来源。她表达了感激之情，因为Jones作为陌生人的善良和鼓励使她精神振奋。)”可知，Charlotte认为在她与丈夫离婚期间，Jones是她的安慰，她觉得Jones作为陌生人的善良和鼓励使她精神振奋，由此可知，在她困难的时候，Jones给了她很大的鼓励，使她精神振奋。故选D项。 19．推理判断题。根据倒数第三段中的“On Thanksgiving Day, Jones and his wife and children traveled to Cornwall. Finally meeting face-to-face, Charlotte exclaimed, “Oh, it was an remarkable day. The happiest Thanksgiving of my life, which I will never forget!”(感恩节那天，Jones和他的妻子和孩子去了康沃尔。Charlotte终于面对面地说：“哦，真是了不起的一天。这是我一生中最快乐的感恩节，我永远不会忘记!”)”可知，在感恩节那天，他们两家在康沃尔旅行时，面对面的相遇了，所以Charlotte认为这个感恩节是真的了不起的一天。故选D项。 20．推理判断题。根据尾段中的“Charlotte’s innocent mistake taught us an important lesson about the unexpected connections that can arise in life. Taking the initiative to reach out can lead to meaningful relationships that enrich our lives in ways we never imagined.(Charlotte无心的错误给我们上了重要的一课，那就是生活中可能会出现意想不到的联系。主动伸出援手可以带来有意义的关系，以我们从未想象过的方式丰富我们的生活。)”可知，生活中出现的意想不到的联系，可能会带来有意义的关系，从而丰富我们的生活，结合第四段中的“Over the next several years, the two forged a strong friendship through their phone conversations, discussing their children — Charlotte, a mother of two, and Jones, a father of three.(在接下来的几年里，两人通过电话交谈建立了深厚的友谊，谈论他们的孩子——Charlotte是两个孩子的母亲，Jones是三个孩子的父亲。)”可知，由于Charlotte 的意想不到的联系使她们建立了深厚的友谊，由此可知，本文作者是想要告诉我们人们可以通过意想不到的联系形成牢固的友谊。故选A项。 Passage 5 （2024·天津·二模）I used to read tens of books every month. But as I grew up, things changed. I find it increasingly difficult to find the time and motivation to sit down and read a book from cover to cover. To keep track of the books I’ve read, I turned to Goodreads, a social networking platform for book lovers. It’s a great way to share recommendations with friends and show off your literary progress. However, if we can’t achieve reading goals or can’t catch up with our friends, it can also exacerbate the feeling of “not doing enough” of your favorite hobby. Halimah Begum, a literature editor from London, understands the struggle. “With Goodreads constantly tracking my reading, I am often worrying and feeling the pressure to read more books.” she says. “Sometimes, I feel under great pressure because I don’t want to fall behind on my goal and not reach it at the end of the year.” I asked Nicole Villegas, an occupational therapist, about our obsession with tracking everything we do. She explained that it can give us a sense of control and provide us with a tool to measure our progress. “When we track things like the books we’ve read or the friends we’ve visited, we’re essentially gathering data about our hobbies,” she says. “It’s a powerful tool to help us look back on our progress and give us a sense of accomplishment.” Unfortunately, the social aspect of apps like Goodreads doesn’t help. “Setting goals or tracking progress on public platforms adds a layer of extrinsic motivation that can also contribute to a sense of pressure to perform or give in to social comparisons,” Villegas says. “When it comes to reading, people may be tempted to finish books that aren’t a good fit instead of following their interests.” Despite this, we often forget the point of doing hobbies in the first place. “Reading shouldn’t be something we have to ‘smash’, but just what we do for the joy of it. Maintain the feeling as you navigate your book-tracking app and if you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or pressured, set it aside,” Villegas continues. “At the end of the day, it’s you and your book.” 21．What does the underlined word “exacerbate” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Worsen. B．Affect. C．Relieve. D．Improve. 22．What does Halimah Begum think of tracking one’s reading? A．It is a waste of time. B．It makes one feel stressed. C．It encourages one to read more. D．It helps one to enjoy reading. 23．Why do we like to track everything we do according to Nicole Villegas? A．To show off to our friends. B．To try to spend our time wisely. C．To find what suits us most. D．To obtain a sense of achievement. 24．What’s Nicole Villegas’s suggestion about using book-tracking apps? A．To avoid using it. B．To use it reasonably. C．To rely more on it. D．To make full use of it. 25．What’s the main idea of this article? A．The best way to track reading progress — Goodreads. B．The necessity to ignore social media and focus on hobbies. C．The positive and negative effects of tracking our hobbies. D．The importance of setting goals to help people stay motivated. 【答案】21．A 22．B 23．D 24．B 25．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了追踪我们的爱好的积极和消极的影响。 21．词句猜测题。根据第二段“To keep track of the books I’ve read, I turned to Goodreads, a social networking platform for book lovers. It’s a great way to share recommendations with friends and show off your literary progress. However, if we can’t achieve reading goals or can’t catch up with our friends, it can also exacerbate the feeling of “not doing enough” of your favorite hobby.(为了记录我读过的书，我求助于Goodreads，这是一个为图书爱好者提供的社交网络平台。这是一个与朋友分享推荐并展示你的文学进步的好方法。然而，如果我们无法实现阅读目标或无法赶上朋友，这也会exacerbate你对自己喜欢的爱好“做得不够”的感觉)”可知，文段前后表示转折关系，使用Goodreads是展示你文学进步的好方法，但如果无法实现阅读目标或无法赶上朋友，也会加剧你对自己的爱好做的不够的感觉，推测划线单词表示“使恶化”，与worsen意义相近。故选A。 22．推理判断题。根据第三段““With Goodreads constantly tracking my reading, I am often worrying and feeling the pressure to read more books.” she says. “Sometimes, I feel under great pressure because I don’t want to fall behind on my goal and not reach it at the end of the year.”(她说：“由于Goodreads不断追踪我的阅读情况，我经常感到担忧，并感受到阅读更多书籍的压力。”。“有时候，我感到压力很大，因为我不想在年底落后于目标而无法实现。”)”可知，Halimah Begum感觉追踪自己的阅读会让人感到有压力。故选B。 23．细节理解题。根据第四段““When we track things like the books we’ve read or the friends we’ve visited, we’re essentially gathering data about our hobbies,” she says. “It’s a powerful tool to help us look back on our progress and give us a sense of accomplishment.”(她说：“当我们追踪我们读过的书或拜访过的朋友时，我们基本上是在收集有关我们爱好的数据。”。“这是一个强大的工具，可以帮助我们回顾自己的进步，给我们成就感。”)”可知，根据Nicole Villegas所说，我们喜欢追踪我们所做的一切是因为这可以帮助我们回顾自己的进步，使我们获得成就感。故选D。 24．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Despite this, we often forget the point of doing hobbies in the first place. “Reading shouldn’t be something we have to ‘smash’， but just what we do for the joy of it. Maintain the feeling as you navigate your book-tracking app and if you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or pressured, set it aside,” Villegas continues. “At the end of the day, it’s you and your book.”(尽管如此，我们还是常常忘记了做业余爱好的首要意义。Villegas继续说道：“阅读不应该是我们必须‘粉碎’的东西，而应该是我们为了快乐而做的事情。当你浏览你的图书追踪应用程序时，保持这种感觉，如果你发现自己感到不知所措或有压力，就把它放在一边。”。“归根结底，是你和你的书。”)”可知，Nicole Villegas对于使用图书跟踪应用程序的建议是要合理使用它。故选B。 25．主旨大意题。根据第二段“To keep track of the books I’ve read, I turned to Goodreads, a social networking platform for book lovers. It’s a great way to share recommendations with friends and show off your literary progress. However, if we can’t achieve reading goals or can’t catch up with our friends, it can also exacerbate the feeling of “not doing enough” of your favorite hobby.(为了记录我读过的书，我求助于Goodreads，这是一个为图书爱好者提供的社交网络平台。这是一个与朋友分享推荐并展示你的文学进步的好方法。然而，如果我们无法实现阅读目标或无法赶上朋友，这也会加剧你对自己喜欢的爱好“做得不够”的感觉)”以及文章内容可知，本文主要讲述了追踪我们的爱好的积极和消极影响。故选C。 Passage 6 （2024·天津·一模）When Milla Bizzot to finished her first 24-hour obstacle race, she went shoulder to shoulder with experienced competitors, ran 36 miles and completed hundreds of obstacles, all at the age of 9.“There are some double takes on the course, but she has been an inspiration to people who see her out there competing like that,” said Christian Bizzotto, Milla’s father and coach, who was proud of her. Milla is very fit for her age, and she proved it in completing the BattleFrog Xtreme 24-hour race in Miami. Milla also used the event to inspire other kids to be active, and show how competing in obstacle racing has helped her deal with being bullied at school. “We wanted to make her feel more empowered and make her feel that she wasn’t weak, and that changed her whole mindset,” her father said. In preparing for the 24-hour race, Milla trained 20 hours a week for 90 days, doing exercise in the gym for 4 hours every day after school. “The reactions are 90 percent good, but some are totally negative,” Christian said. “I’ve had people message me on Facebook saying I’m a child abuser, and that no 9-year-old should be doing a 24-hour race. But her own doctors were there supporting her and cheering her on. I want her to be a kid, and this is just something she really wants to do.” CrossFit and obstacle course racing have also helped Christian turn around his life. He got injured in a motorcycle accident. After he was finally able to get around without using a walker, he began his recovery by going for walks on the beach with Milla, and then began running every day. Next, he joined a CrossFit gym and enjoyed it so much that he opened his own gym to train others for events like CrossFit, BattleFrog and Spartan races. “I just wanted to create a hero that Milla could look up to,” he said. Next up for Milla is an invitation-only “Athletes Race”. Competitors also have to raise $5,000 for charity. 26．Christian Bizzotto, Milla’s father and coach, ______. A．was very strict with Milla B．was satisfied with what Milla did C．lost his legs in a motorcycle accident D．threw his walker with the help of CrossFit 27．What can we learn about Milla? A．She was always bullied by her schoolmates. B．She began to run because she was physically weak. C．Her father wanted her to get benefit from the obstacle race. D．She became more confident after the 24-hour obstacle race. 28．During her training for the 24-hour obstacle race, Milla most probably _________. A．had two days’ rest every week B．was always running with her father C．spent over 4 hours every day of a week D．took a hit because her father was injured 29．The reactions Christian got on the Internet ______. A．told us that Milla had a hard childhood B．showed that he was a real abuser C．encouraged Milla to challenge more difficult runs D．were mixed but what Milla did was supported by her doctors 30．What Christian did after his injury was mainly to ______. A．make money to open a gym B．set a good example to Milla C．make money to raise his family D．get recovered as soon as possible 【答案】26．B 27．C 28．A 29．D 30．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了主人公米拉在迈阿密完成了BattleFrog Xtreme 24小时耐力赛，证明了她在这个年龄的突出表现。 26．细节理解题。根据第一段中“When Milla Bizzot to finished her first 24-hour obstacle race, she went shoulder to shoulder with experienced competitors, ran 36 miles and completed hundreds of obstacles, all at the age of 9.“There are some double takes on the course, but she has been an inspiration to people who see her out there competing like that,” said Christian Bizzotto, Milla’s father and coach, who was proud of her.(当Milla Bizzot完成她的第一次24小时障碍赛时，她与经验丰富的选手并肩比赛，跑了36英里，完成了数百个障碍，所有这些都是在9岁的时候完成的。Milla的父亲兼教练Christian Bizzotto为她感到骄傲，他说：“在赛场上有些人会有双重表现，但看到她在赛场上那样比赛的人，她一直是一种鼓舞。”)”可知，Milla的父亲兼教练Christian Bizzotto对Milla的表现感到满意。故选B项。 27．推理判断题。根据第二段中““We wanted to make her feel more empowered and make her feel that she wasn’t weak, and that changed her whole mindset,” her father said.(“我们想让她觉得自己更有力量，让她觉得自己并不软弱，这改变了她的整个心态，”她的父亲说)”可推知，Milla的父亲想让她从障碍赛跑中受益。故选C项。 28．细节理解题。根据第三段“In preparing for the 24-hour race, Milla trained 20 hours a week for 90 days, doing exercise in the gym for 4 hours every day after school.(为了准备24小时的比赛，Milla每周训练20小时，持续90天，每天放学后在健身房锻炼4小时)”可知，在24小时障碍赛的训练期间，Milla很可能每周休息两天。故选A项。 29．细节理解题。根据第四段““The reactions are 90 percent good, but some are totally negative,” Christian said. “I’ve had people message me on Facebook saying I’m a child abuser, and that no 9-year-old should be doing a 24-hour race. But her own doctors were there supporting her and cheering her on. I want her to be a kid, and this is just something she really wants to do.”(“90%的反应是好的，但也有一些完全是负面的，”Christian说。“有人在Facebook上给我发信息说我虐待儿童，说9岁的孩子不应该参加24小时的比赛。但她自己的医生在那里支持她，为她加油。我希望她还是个孩子，这是她真正想做的事情。”)”可知，Christian在网上得到的反应褒贬不一，但Milla的做法得到了医生的支持。故选D项。 30．推理判断题。根据第五段中“After he was finally able to get around without using a walker, he began his recovery by going for walks on the beach with Milla, and then began running every day.(他在一次摩托车事故中受了伤。在他终于可以不用助行器四处走动之后，他开始和Milla一起在海滩上散步，然后开始每天跑步)”以及倒数第二段“Next, he joined a CrossFit gym and enjoyed it so much that he opened his own gym to train others for events like CrossFit, BattleFrog and Spartan races. “I just wanted to create a hero that Milla could look up to,” he said.(接下来，他加入了一家CrossFit健身房，他非常喜欢它，以至于他开了自己的健身房，训练其他人参加CrossFit、BattleFrog和Spartan赛等项目。“我只是想创造一个Milla可以敬仰的英雄，”他说)”可推知，Christian受伤后所做的主要是给Milla树立一个好榜样。故选B项。 Passage 7 （2024·天津·二模）UPS driver Ryan Arens was making a delivery near a pond in Bozeman, Montana, when he heard a strange sound. “Like a cry for help,” he told the dodo. com, a website for animal lovers. It was December 2018, and about 15 feet from the frozen banks was the source of that cry — a half-submerged brown-and-white wirehaired hound (猎犬), struggling to cling to a thin layer of ice. How she got there no one knows, but an elderly man was already on the scene, determined to save her. He’d entered the pond in a rowboat and was hacking away at the ice with a rock to create a path to the dog. It was slow going, and Arens, 44, thought he stood a better chance. “Animals are my weakness,” he told the Great Falls Tribune, explaining why he jumped into the water, even though the temperature was -30°C, and commandeered the rowboat. His heart thumping, Arens slid closer to the dog and used the other man’s rock to smash away at the ice. He gave one strong heave too many and slipped off the boat, crashing into 16 feet of freezing water. He resurfaced in time to see the dog going under. Using nervous energy to keep warm, he swam about five feet toward her, caught hold of her collar, and pulled her to the ice. He then carried the dog into the boat and slid it back to the shore, where anxious bystanders carried the dog to the home of the rowboat owner, who is a retired veterinarian. Once in the house himself, Arens jumped into a warm shower with the dog until they both defrosted. A few more minutes in the pond, the vet told Arens, and the dog would have likely suffered cardiac arrest (心脏骤停). The next day, Arens was back working the same neighborhood when the dog’s owner came over to thank him for saving Sadie. “Would you like to meet her?” he asked. He opened the door to his pickup, and Sadie rushed out. She made a beeline for Arens, leaping on him and bathing him in wet kisses. “That special delivery,” says Arens, “was the highlight of my UPS career.” 31．What happened to Arens in December 2018? A．He came across an old man who accidentally fell into the frozen pond. B．He heard a strange sound but had to make a delivery. C．He jumped into the icy water and saved a half-submerged dog. D．He saved a drowning dog at the risk of cardiac arrest. 32．What does Arens mean by saying “Animals are my weakness” in Paragraph 3? A．He is interested in animals. B．He lacks experience and skill in dealing with animals. C．He might be hurt by animals. D．He is an enthusiastic zoophilist. 33．Arens fell off the boat because ______. A．his swinging the rock caused the great opposite force. B．the rowboat couldn’t bear the weight of him and the dog C．he smashed too much ice, making the boat lose its balance. D．the rowboat crashed into 16 feet of ice 34．Why did Arens regard the experience as his highlight of his UPS career? A．Because it was his first time to deliver a dog. B．Because it was the most tough job he had ever had. C．Because it was one of the most meaningful things he had done in his job. D．Because it could make him a famous person. 35．Which of the following words can describe Arens best according to the passage? A．Kind and hardworking. B．Helpful and brave. C．Optimistic and cautious. D．Wise but indecisive. 【答案】31．C 32．D 33．A 34．C 35．B 【分析】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了阿伦斯在送快递的过程中救了一只落水的狗。 31．细节理解题。根据文章第二段第一句“It was December 2018, and about 15 feet from the frozen banks was the source of that cry — a half-submerged brown-and-white wirehaired hound ( 猎犬 ), struggling to cling to a thin layer of ice. ”(那是2018年12月，离结冰的河岸约15英尺的地方是叫声的来源—一只半浸在水中的棕白色硬毛猎犬，挣扎着抓住一层薄冰。)和第四段后两句“ Using nervous energy to keep warm, he swam about five feet toward her, caught hold of her collar, and pulled her to the ice. He then carried the dog into the boat and slid it back to the shore, where anxious bystanders carried the dog to the home of the rowboat owner, who is a retired veterinarian.”(他利用紧张的能量来保暖，向她游了大约五英尺，抓住她的衣领，把她拉到冰上。然后，他把狗抬上船，滑回岸边，焦虑的旁观者把狗抬到划艇船主的家中，船主是一名退休兽医。）可知，2018年12月，阿伦斯跳入冰冷的水中，救了一只半沉入水中的狗。故选C项。 32．猜测词句题。根据文章第三段“It was slow going, and Arens, 44, thought he stood a better chance. “ Animals are my weakness,” he told the Great Falls Tribune, explaining why he jumped into the water, even though the temperature was -30°C, and commandeered the rowboat.”(进展缓慢，44岁的阿伦斯认为自己胜算更大。“......”他告诉论坛报大瀑布镇，解释了他为什么跳入水中，尽管气温为零下30℃，并霸占了划艇。)可知，尽管气候条件恶劣，困难重重，他还是义无反顾，所以划线句子的意思是“他是一个热情的动物爱好者”。故选D项。 33．推理判断题。根据文章第四段前两句“His heart thumping, Arens slid closer to the dog and used the other man’s rock to smash away at the ice. He gave one strong heave too many and slipped off the boat, crashing into 16 feet of freezing water.”(阿伦斯的心怦怦直跳，他滑近狗，用另一个人的石头砸冰。他用力过猛，滑下了船，坠入16英尺深的冰冷海水中。)可知，阿伦斯从船上掉了下来，因为他摆动石头时产生了巨大的反作用力。故选A项。 34．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段““That special delivery,” says Arens, “was the highlight of my UPS career.””(“那次快递，”阿伦斯说，“是我UPS职业生涯的亮点。”)可知，阿伦斯认为这次经历是他UPS职业生涯中的亮点，因为这是他在工作中做过的最有意义的事情之一。故选C项。 35．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“It was December 2018, and about 15 feet from the frozen banks was the source of that cry — a half-submerged brown-and-white wirehaired hound (猎犬), struggling to cling to a thin layer of ice. How she got there no one knows, but an elderly man was already on the scene, determined to save her. He’d entered the pond in a rowboat and was hacking away at the ice with a rock to create a path to the dog.”(那是2018年12月，离结冰的河岸约15英尺的地方是叫声的来源—一只半浸在水中的棕白色硬毛猎犬，挣扎着抓住一层薄冰。没有人知道她是如何到达那里的，但一位老人已经在现场，决心要救她。他乘着划艇进入池塘，用石头在冰上凿出一条通向狗的路。)可知，阿伦斯乐于助人且勇敢。故选B项。 Passage 8 （2024·天津·模拟预测）Eight months after my father died, I saw some letters on top of my mother’s coffee table. They were tied with a silk ribbon and addressed to her decades ago in my father’s neat handwriting. I couldn’t imagine my serious father ever writing anything like love letters. “Would you like me to read them to you?” Mom asked with a smile. The letters were written in 1974 over the course of a month when my father traveled to Italy to care for his beloved, sick mother, leaving his wife and me, their newborn daughter, behind in Toronto, the city my parents called home after immigrating to Canada from Italy in 1956. Growing up, my father was my hero and protector, but he was also a man of few words, part of a generation of immigrant men who worked hard for a better life. I sat back while my mother read his letters to me, and thought, “Who is this guy?” My father used endearing terms I had never heard him say. He referred to my mother as “my dearest” and “my companion” who was always in his thoughts. In each letter, he enclosed a Canadian one-dollar bill for me and declared, “You and your mother are my life.” As children, we assume we know everything about our parents. But, sometimes, we find out that they were and are people with various facets. My father was proud and stubborn, and he married a woman who was his equal in that regard. During their 58-year marriage, their stubbornness often led to conflict. So it was bittersweet to hear my father’s youthful sentiments read aloud by my elderly mother with a wistful (留恋的) tone. I knew she was thinking about what could have been and what had been once upon a time. After she finished reading the letters, I held them in my hands and examined them like they were fossils. Although a man I knew as economical with his thoughts, he had filled the front and back of several pages. These letters are only part of their correspondence. My mother wrote back to my father. One day she will read those letters to me, she’s assured me. And just as with my father, they might help me discover another dimension of a parent I never knew before. 36．What kind of person did the author think her father was? A．Optimistic. B．Conservative. C．Sensitive. D．Romantic. 37．What can we know about the author’s family? A．Her mother was the family’s provider. B．She didn’t get on well with her father. C．Her parents were emigrants to Italy. D．Her parents shared similar personalities. 38．How did the author feel when she heard the words in the letters? A．Surprised. B．Awkward. C．Thrilled. D．Heartbroken. 39．What does the underlined word “facets” in paragraph 6 most probably mean? A．Interests. B．Ideas. C．Sides. D．Possibilities. 40．What did the author find out about her father through the letters? A．He was good at hiding his feelings. B．He regretted not being with his family. C．He was a loving husband and father. D．He was stubborn from the inside out. 【答案】36．B 37．D 38．A 39．C 40．C 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者通过父亲写给母亲的信了解到了父亲温情的一面。 36．推理判断题。根据第一段的“I couldn’t imagine my serious father ever writing anything like love letters.(我无法想象严肃的父亲会写情书之类的东西。)”和第四段的“Growing up, my father was my hero and protector, but he was also a man of few words(在我成长的过程中，父亲是我的英雄和保护者，但他也是一个沉默寡言的人)”可推知，作者认为自己的父亲是一个保守的人，不善言辞。故选B。 37．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的“My father was proud and stubborn, and he married a woman who was his equal in that regard.(我父亲既骄傲又固执，他娶了一个在这方面与他旗鼓相当的女人。)”可知，作者的父母性格相似。故选D。 38．推理判断题。根据第五段的“I sat back while my mother read his letters to me, and thought, “Who is this guy?” My father used endearing terms I had never heard him say.(母亲给我读他的信时，我靠在椅背上，心想：“这家伙是谁？”我父亲说了一些我从未听他说过的亲切的话。)”可推知，听了父亲给母亲的信后作者感到惊讶。故选A。 39．词句猜测题。根据第六段“As children, we assume we know everything about our parents. But, sometimes, we find out that they were and are people with various facets.(作为孩子，我们自以为知道父母的一切。但有时，我们会发现他们过去是，现在也是有着不同facets的人)”和最后一段的“And just as with my father, they might help me discover another dimension of a parent I never knew before.(就像我父亲一样，他们可能会帮助我发现一个我从未了解过的父母的另一面。)”可知，facet和dimension一个意思，意为“方面，侧面”，和sides意思相近。划线部分是指当孩子了解父母后，会发现他们是有着不同侧面的人。故选C。 40．推理判断题。根据第一段的“I couldn’t imagine my serious father ever writing anything like love letters.(我无法想象严肃的父亲会写情书之类的东西。)”和第四段的“Growing up, my father was my hero and protector(在我成长的过程中，父亲是我的英雄和保护者)”可知，通过这些信，作者发现父亲是一位慈爱的丈夫和父亲。故选C。 Passage 9 （2024·天津南开·模拟预测）The wind roils the Midwest plains as if it is searching for someone or something to carry away. Dust and chaff funnel into blinding clouds. The clatter of storms overhead makes it impossible to hear, and herds of bison (野牛) grow restless. The Omaha tribe has wandered these plains for generations, and now, it seems that the winds have brought back one of their own. Susan La Flesche has returned to the village where she was born. Not as a visitor, but as the region’s only doctor. When Susan was 8 years old, she waited at the bedside of an elderly woman writhing in pain. A doctor was called for. They waited. A messenger was sent. The doctor still didn’t come. Susan provided what comfort she could through the night, but by sunrise, the elderly woman had died. The episode both haunted and motivated Susan. She threw herself into her studies and earned her way to what is now Hampton University in Virginia — a historically Black college with a program for native American students. And she finished second in her class. Susan would never forget the childhood she enjoyed, full of powwows, buffalo hunts and the people she loved. But there was further to go. She enrolled in the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, a tedious train ride away from the world she knew. It was 1886, and the Victorian age held stiff against the progress of women. In her graduation speech from Hampton, she told the East Coast audience, “Give us a chance.” Three years later, she became a doctor. Returning to the plains to serve her people was a difficult task. She opened an office in the government boarding school and began seeing patients. The lines were long, old and young seeking reprieve (缓解) from cholera and tuberculosis (肺结核) as well as a slew of other diseases. Susan worked long hours at her office but also braved the wind and snow, walking miles to make house calls. Her work was more than as a physician. She often acted as lawyer, accountant, priest, political liaison and counselor as she helped the Omahas navigate the new world. And Dr. Susan La Flesche was determined to spend her entire life helping her people navigate the storms. 41．What contributed to Susan’s being a doctor? A．Her poor family. B．Her desire for knowledge. C．The opposition to women’s progress. D．The lack of medical resources in her hometown. 42．What can we infer about Susan from the third paragraph? A．She had an unhappy childhood. B．She enjoyed the train ride to her college. C．She got high marks in every exam. D．She encountered difficulties in her college life. 43．What is the author’s purpose in describing diverse roles of Susan in Paragraph 4? A．To emphasize her lack of focus on her medical career B．To suggest that she was overburdened with responsibilities C．To highlight her dedication to serving the community wholeheartedly D．To showcase her adaptability in fulfilling various roles within her community 44．Which words can best describe Susan? A．Hard-working and helpful. B．Sensitive and modest. C．Serious and brave. D．Greedy and self-centred. 45．What could be the best title for the passage? A．A Force of Nature: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Impact B．Winds of Change: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Legacy C．The Resilient Doctor: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Triumph D．Whispering Winds: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Mysterious Journey 【答案】41．D 42．D 43．C 44．A 45．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。本文讲述了Susan La Flesche成为医生的故事，她因为小时候目睹一位老人因缺乏医疗资源而去世，决心学习医学，最终回到家乡为族人服务。她不仅是医生，还承担了律师、会计、牧师等多重角色，全心全意地服务于社区。 41．细节理解题。根据原文第二段“Susan provided what comfort she could through the night, but by sunrise, the elderly woman had died. The episode both haunted and motivated Susan.（苏珊整夜尽力提供安慰，但到了日出时，那位老妇人还是去世了。这一事件既困扰着苏珊，也激励了她。）”可知，苏珊成为医生的原因是她家乡缺乏医疗资源，导致她目睹了一个生命的消逝。故选D项。 42．推理判断题。根据原文第三段“It was 1886, and the Victorian age held stiff against the progress of women.（那是1886年，维多利亚时代对女性的进步有了强烈的抵制。）”可以推断，苏珊在大学生活中遇到了困难，因为当时的社会环境对女性并不友好。故选D项。 43．推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Susan worked long hours at her office but also braved the wind and snow, walking miles to make house calls. Her work was more than as a physician. She often acted as lawyer, accountant, priest, political liaison and counselor as she helped the Omahas navigate the new world. And Dr. Susan La Flesche was determined to spend her entire life helping her people navigate the storms.( 苏珊在办公室工作很长时间，但她也勇敢地冒着风雪，走几英里路去上门看诊。她的工作远不止一个医生那么简单。她还经常充当律师、会计、牧师、政治联络员和顾问，帮助奥马哈人适应新世界。苏珊·拉弗莱舍博士下定决心要用她的一生来帮助她的人民渡过难关)”可知，Susan不仅是一名医生，还扮演了律师、会计、牧师、政治联络员和顾问等角色，全心全意地为社区服务，可推理出第四段的写作目的是为了强调她全心全意服务社区的奉献精神。故选C项。 44．推理判断题。根据全文内容，特别是第四段中“She worked long hours at her office but also braved the wind and snow, walking miles to make house calls.（她在办公室长时间工作，但也冒着风雪，步行数英里去做家访。）”以及对她承担多重角色的描述，可推知苏珊是一个勤奋且乐于助人的人。故选A项。 45．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Susan La Flesche has returned to the village where she was born. Not as a visitor, but as the region’s only doctor.( 苏珊·拉弗莱舍回到了她出生的村庄。她不再是一名访客，而是该地区唯一的医生)”以及最后一段“Returning to the plains to serve her people was a difficult task. She opened an office in the government boarding school and began seeing patients.( 回到平原地区为她的人民服务是一项艰巨的任务。她在政府寄宿学校开设了一个诊所，并开始接待病人)”以及“And Dr. Susan La Flesche was determined to spend her entire life helping her people navigate the storms.（苏珊·拉弗莱什博士决心用她的一生来帮助她的人民度过风雨。）”可知，本文主要讲述了苏珊·拉弗莱什博士如何克服重重困难，成为奥马哈部落地区唯一的医生，并全心全意为部落人民提供医疗服务的故事。她的故事如同一股变革之风，吹拂过平原，改变了人们的命运。因此，B 项“Winds of Change: Dr. Susan La Flesche’s Legacy（变革之风：苏珊·拉弗莱什医生的遗产）”最能概括文章的主题。故选B项。 Passage 10 （2024·天津河西·三模）A friend and I were having lunch and I asked about her son who was getting professional help for some behavioral problems he was having. Our conversation went like this: “There’s a good change in his attitude. He’s staying out of trouble, but I’m just waiting for the other shoe to drop.” she said. “It’s hard to trust him yet. He is doing things that he’s never done before, which is great. But I still need to supervise him just in case.” I asked a couple of questions: “Have you told him how proud you are of how far he’s come? Have you thanked him for the things he’s now doing but never did in the past?” She said no. And because she’s a very bright woman she followed it up with: “I really need to say those things because I am proud of him and I am grateful for what he’s doing now. All I keep doing is looking at what he’s still doing wrong and getting on him about that. How’s he ever going to feel good about himself and continue to improve if I don’t acknowledge him for all his improvements and growth?” “If I keep waiting for the other shoe to drop, it will!” I just smiled and told her I loved her and that she’s a great mom. The conversation moved on to a new topic. It’s worth taking a look at your close relationships, especially with your kids and asking yourself: Do I spend too much time letting them know what they’re doing wrong? Do I ignore their efforts toward positive change? Do I still find ways to be unsatisfied with their behavior? If you answer yes to any of those questions, you’re now the one who needs to do some changing. Never forget that people love to be acknowledged — not just for the big things but the little things, too. Appreciation and love are the driving force that keeps them wanting to do well and do something nice for others. 46．The author’s friend ______. A．was already satisfied with her son’s behavior B．was particular about her son’s attitude C．was still worried about her son’s behavior D．already fully believed in her son 47．The attitude the friend holds towards the author’s advice is ______. A．favorable B．negative C．unconcerned D．doubtful 48．What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 3 mean? A．If I keep waiting for kids to correct mistakes, they will. B．If I keep waiting for kids to change positively, they will. C．If I keep waiting for kids to wear the other shoe, they will. D．If I keep waiting for kids to make mistakes, they will. 49．The motivations for kids to keep behaving well are ______. A．direct rejection and scolding B．proper affection and admiration C．blind love and appreciation D．strict requirements and standards 50．The best title for the text is ______. A．A Dialogue Between Two Women B．Are You Proud of Your Child? C．Be Patient When You Are a Parent D．One Major Thing Most Parents Forget to Do 【答案】46．C 47．A 48．D 49．B 50．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一位母亲在孩子行为改善过程中的心理变化，以及通过对话意识到表扬与认可对孩子成长的重要性。 46．细节理解题。根据第一段中“There’s a good change in his attitude. He’s staying out of trouble, but I’m just waiting for the other shoe to drop.(他的态度有了很好的转变，他不再惹麻烦，但我还是担心随时会有不好的事情发生)”可知，作者的朋友仍然担心她儿子的行为。故选C。 47．推理判断题。根据第二段中“And because she’s a very bright woman she followed it up with: “I really need to say those things because I am proud of him and I am grateful for what he’s doing now. (因为她是一个非常聪明的女性，她随即补充道：“我真的需要对他说这些话，因为我确实为他感到骄傲，也很感激他现在的改变和成长)”可知，这位朋友认同作者的建议，并意识到了自己需要改变的地方。故选A。 48．词句猜测题。根据第二段中“All I keep doing is looking at what he’s still doing wrong and getting on him about that. How’s he ever going to feel good about himself and continue to improve if I don’t acknowledge him for all his improvements and growth?(我一直只关注他做得不对的地方，并为此责备他。如果我不承认并赞赏他的所有进步和成长，他又怎么能自我感觉良好并继续进步呢？)”可知，划线句子的意思是如果我一直预期不好的事情会发生，那么这种预期很可能会成为现实,其中“wait for the other shoe to drop”为习惯用语，意为“提心吊胆等待结果(一般是不好的结果)”，D选项“如果我一直等待孩子们犯错，他们就真的会犯错。”与划线部分语意一致。故选D。 49．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Never forget that people love to be acknowledged — not just for the big things but the little things, too. Appreciation and love are the driving force that keeps them wanting to do well and do something nice for others.(永远不要忘记，人们喜欢被认可——不仅仅是因为大事，也包括小事。欣赏和爱是驱使他们想要做得更好并为别人做好事的动力)”可知，孩子们持续表现良好的动机是适当的爱和赞赏。故选B。 50．主旨大意题。根据全文内容及最后一段中“Never forget that people love to be acknowledged — not just for the big things but the little things, too. Appreciation and love are the driving force that keeps them wanting to do well and do something nice for others.(永远不要忘记，人们喜欢被认可——不仅仅是因为大事，也包括小事。欣赏和爱是驱使他们想要做得更好并为别人做好事的动力)”可知，文章通过作者与朋友的对话，引出大多数父母容易忽略的一件事：对孩子表达认可和赞赏的重要性，D选项“大多数父母忘记做的一件大事”适合作为文章标题。故选D。 Passage 11 （2024·天津北辰·三模）To save the environment, we must all join in — and nobody knows this better than 70-year-old grandmother Pat Smith who spent 2018 cleaning up litter from 52 beaches in Cornwall on the United Kingdom’s south coast. Smith set out in January, 2018 to carry out her New Year’s resolution of making her community a better and cleaner place. The ambitious goal came to her after she watched a documentary on plastic pollution the previous year, and she knew she couldn’t just sit by. Often, volunteers would join her in her efforts, including her grandchildren, or she would join hands with other campaigners such as Wayne Dixon, who is walking around the UK coast as an ambassador for Keep Britain Tidy. During her beach cleans, Smith was sometimes mistaken for doing community service! She said, “People don’t understand I’ve been doing this voluntarily. We should all take responsibility for picking up the litter as well as ensuring we don’t drop litter in the first place. Even before her beach cleanups, Smith had begun her first environmental campaign to eliminate plastic straws (吸管) in her city of Cornwall . To date, she has encouraged 600 local companies to stop using unnecessary plastic. In an effort to make her hometown an example for the plastic-free movement in the United Kingdom, she founded The Final Straw Cornwall in the summer of 2017. “I founded the Final Straw to try and raise awareness of the disastrous damage we are doing to our oceans from our casual consumption of single-use plastics. I feel I have a responsibility to my children and grandchildren to do something about it.” She said. Her resolution year may be over but this environmentally conscious grandma continues her quest (追求). “A lot of the rubbish I’ve picked up consists of everyday items,” said Smith. “These things are used by all of us and it is shocking to find them polluting our beautiful beaches. Please let’s try to be more thoughtful in this coming year. I’m driven to try and protect our living planet for my children and grandchildren and I will continue to do everything in my power to achieve that.” 51．What led to Smith’s New Year’s resolution of cleaning her community? A．Community service. B．A film or television program. C．Various ocean protection campaigns. D．Serious pollution in her community. 52．What’s people’s misunderstanding about Smith’s action? A．She was forced to do that. B．She just pretended to be caring. C．She actually did only a little work. D．She wouldn’t stick to the work for long. 53．With her founding of The Final Straw Cornwall, Smith intended to ______. A．set an example to other aged people B．stop her local companies from producing plastic straws C．keep her promise to her children and grandchildren D．make people conscious of the plastic-related environmental problem 54．What opinion about environmental protection did Smith hold? A．It’s everyone’s duty. B．It’s as hard as people think. C．Prevention is more important than protection. D．The younger generation don’t care about it enough. 55．Which of the following best describes Smith as an environmental activist? A．Proud. B．Happy. C．Stressed. D．Determined. 【答案】51．B 52．A 53．D 54．A 55．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲了一位70岁的老奶奶为了拯救环境，坚持清理垃圾，并且将一直坚持下去的故事。 51．细节理解题。由第二段“Smith set out in January, 2018 to carry out her New Year’s resolution of making her community a better and cleaner place. The ambitious goal came to her after she watched a documentary on plastic pollution the previous year, and she knew she couldn’t just sit by. (史密斯于2018年1月开始执行她的新年决心，让她的社区变得更好、更干净。前一年，她看了一部关于塑料污染的纪录片后，她想到了这个雄心勃勃的目标，她知道自己不能坐视不管)”可知，一部电影或电视节目促使史密斯的新年决心是打扫她的社区。故选B项。 52．细节理解题。由第四段中“During her beach cleans, Smith was sometimes mistaken for doing community service! She said, “People don’t understand I’ve been doing this voluntarily. We should all take responsibility for picking up the litter as well as ensuring we don’t drop litter in the first place. (在清理海滩时，史密斯有时会被误认为是在做社区服务！她说：“人们不理解我是自愿这么做的。我们都应该负责捡垃圾，并确保我们一开始就不乱扔垃圾。”)”可知，人们认为史密斯是被迫要求去打扫社区。故选A项。 53．细节理解题。由第五段中“I founded the Final Straw to try and raise awareness of the disastrous damage we are doing to our oceans from our casual consumption of single-use plastics. (我创办了Final Straw，试图提高人们对我们随意消费一次性塑料对海洋造成的灾难性破坏的认识)”可知，史密斯创办了康沃尔郡的“Final Straw”，她打算让人们意识到与塑料相关的环境问题。故选D项。 54．推理判断题。由第一段“To save the environment, we must all join in — and nobody knows this better than 70-year-old grandmother Pat Smith who spent 2018 cleaning up litter from 52 beaches in Cornwall on the United Kingdom’s south coast. (为了拯救环境，我们都必须加入进来——没有人比70岁的祖母帕特·史密斯更了解这一点，她2018年都在清理英国南海岸康沃尔郡52个海滩上的垃圾)”可知，史密斯认为为了拯救环境，我们都必须加入进来，说明她认为保护环境是每个人的责任。故选A项。 55．推理判断题。由最后一段中“Her resolution year may be over but this environmentally conscious grandma continues her quest (追求). (她的决心之年可能已经结束，但这位环保意识强的奶奶仍在继续她的追求)”和“I’m driven to try and protect our living planet for my children and grandchildren and I will continue to do everything in my power to achieve that. (我努力为我的子孙后代保护我们的生命星球，我将继续尽我所能实现这一目标)”可知，史密斯2018年的环保决心之旅也许要结束了，但她此后依然要去保护环境，说明她是个很有决心的人。故选D项。 Passage 12 （2024·天津滨海新·三模）A little girl ran to her bedroom and pulled out her piggy bank (储蓄罐) from a secret drawer in her closet. She took the change from it and counted it carefully three times. She carefully placed the coins in a jar and twisted on the cap. She took the jar and slipped out of the back door. She made her way six blocks to a drug store. She waited patiently for the pharmacist (药剂师) to give her some attention but he was too busy attending other customers at that moment. She tried several times to get his attention but failed. Finally, she took a quarter from her jar and hit it on the glass counter, which was finally able to get her some attention. “What do you want, little Miss?” the pharmacist asked the tiny girl in the front of his counter. “My brother is really, really sick and I want to buy a miracle,” the girl answered back. “I beg your pardon?” said the pharmacist. “My brother is really sick and my daddy says only a miracle can cure him now. So, I want to get a miracle for him. How much does it cost?” “I’m sorry but I can’t help you. We don’t sell miracles here, little girl,” the pharmacist said, softening a little. Next to the little girl was a tall well-dressed man. He lowered himself and asked the little girl, “What kind of a miracle does your brother need?” “I don’t know,” the girl replied with her eyes in tears. “I just know he is very sick and has something bad growing inside his head. Doctor says he needs an operation. But daddy can’t afford it, so we need a miracle to save him now. I can use all my money to save my brother.” “How much do you have?” asked the man. “One dollar and twelve cents, it’s all the money I have now, but I can get some more if needed,” the girl answered in a whisper. “Well, what a coincidence,” smiled the man. “That is the exact price of a miracle for a little brother. Take me to your brother. Let’s see if I have the miracle your brother needs.” The man was a famous nuerosurgeon (神经外科医生). He was just the right person needed to save the little boy’s life. The operation was completed without any charges and it went successfully. Her mommy wondered how much it would have cost. The little girl just smiled, but said nothing. 56．The girl took the money out of the piggy bank to ______. A．keep it in her bank account B．buy her brother a miracle C．cover the debt at the drugstore D．donate it to a needy child 57．Why did the little girl hit a quarter on the glass counter? A．To let off her steam. B．To show off her wealth. C．To get timely service. D．To attract other customers. 58．What can we learn from the conversation between the girl and the doctor? A．Her father was embarrassed for lack of money. B．Her brother suffered from head injuries. C．She was confident in saving her brother. D．He was ready to help the little girl. 59．What the surgeon did implies that he is ______. A．considerate and honest B．gentle and open-minded C．brave and creative D．kind and professional 60．What’s the best title of this passage? A．The Price of a Miracle B．A Special Day at the Drugstore C．A Doctor with Kindness D．The Survival of a Strong-willed Boy 【答案】56．B 57．C 58．D 59．D 60．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了一个小女孩为了救治她生病的弟弟，用她所有的钱去药店想买一个“奇迹”，最后遇到了一位神经外科医生，医生帮助她的弟弟进行了手术，救了她弟弟的命。 56．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“My brother is really, really sick and I want to buy a miracle,” the girl answered back.”（我的弟弟病得很重，我想买一个奇迹。）可知，小女孩拿出储蓄罐里的钱是为了给她的弟弟买一个“奇迹”，故选B。 57．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“She tried several times to get his attention but failed. Finally, she took a quarter from her jar and hit it on the glass counter, which was finally able to get her some attention.”（她试图引起药剂师的注意，但失败了。最后，她从罐子里拿出一个25美分的硬币，敲击在玻璃柜台上，这才引起了药剂师的注意。）可知，小女孩敲击硬币是为了引起药剂师的注意以便获取及时的服务，故选C。 58．推理判断题。根据文章第四段“Well, what a coincidence, smiled the man. That is the exact price of a miracle for a little brother. Take me to your brother. Let’s see if I have the miracle your brother needs.”（真巧，男人笑了笑。这正好是一个小弟弟需要的奇迹的价格。带我去见你的弟弟。让我们看看我是否有你弟弟需要的奇迹。）可知，医生准备帮助小女孩，故选D。 59．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“The operation was completed without any charges and it went successfully.”（手术成功地完成了，而且没有收取任何费用）可知，医生是善良且专业的。故选D。 60．主旨大意题。根据第三段“My brother is really, really sick and I want to buy a miracle,” the girl answered back”（我弟弟病得很重，很重，我想买一个奇迹，”女孩回答说）以及最后一段“Her mommy wondered how much it would have cost. The little girl just smiled, but said nothing.”（她妈妈想知道那要花多少钱。小女孩只是笑了笑，什么也没说。）可知，短文主要讲述了一个小女孩为了救治她生病的弟弟，用她所有的钱去药店想买一个“奇迹”，最后遇到了一位神经外科医生，医生帮助她的弟弟进行了手术，救了她弟弟的命。所以短文的标题为“一个奇迹的价格”。故选A。 Passage 13 （2024·天津和平·三模）The funny thing about basically doing anything is that we typically know what to do. The hard thing is actually doing it, day after day after day. The problem isn’t knowledge. The problem is willpower. Hold that thought. Last year a friend wanted to get in better shape, so he started the Hard 75 Challenge, which involves following a diet, working out twice a day for 45 minutes each session, drinking a gallon of water, reading 10 pages of a nonfiction personal development book, and taking a picture of yourself. Every day. For 75 straight days. Fail to complete any of the above on any given day? Start over. In many ways, Hard 75 is similar to a diet. As anyone who has tried knows, following a specific diet is hard. Temptation. Availability. Consistently making the right choices is hard. The same is true for exercising outdoors. It’s hard to force yourself to go for a run when your day got away from you and it’s 8 p.m. and raining and 35 degrees. If you can pull off the Hard 75, that’s awesome. But it’s really hard. And it was really hard for my friend. He started, got disappointed, got up the determination to start over, got disappointed, forced himself to start over… while he got in a little better shape, he didn’t make the progress he hoped for. Then he took a different approach. Instead of following a strict diet, he just created a few simple rules. He wanted to eat healthier, so he cut out all “white” foods (breads, white rice, potatoes, crackers, added sugar). When he went out to eat, he avoided failing to find the “right” food by just choosing the healthiest option available. And instead of following a specific exercise program, he just decided that he would always work out for at least 20 minutes every day. Most of the time he did longer workouts, but still: The only rule he had for himself was that he would work out for just at least 20 minutes a day. That way he never “failed,” never got disappointed, and never felt like he had to start over. As long as he got his 20, he was good. The same approach applies to everything. In my case, I decided I needed to drink more water and less soda. So I decided I would always drink water with meals. Within a couple days, that habit became automatic. Bottom line? Diets are bad. Having to rely on willpower is even worse. Rules, on the other hand, are easy. And great, especially when those rules help take you to the place you someday want to be. 61．We can learn about the Hard 75 Challenge that it ____. A．lasts 75 days straight without any additional efforts B．imposes demanding requirements on the participants C．requires participants to exercise on hot and rainy days D．aims to cultivate people’s ability to appreciate literature 62．The author’s friend failed to make the progress he hoped for because ____. A．he was not determined enough B．he didn’t have enough knowledge C．he made the wrong choices D．he followed a strict diet 63．What a different approach would the author’s friend took to keep fit? A．Picking his own diet and always follow it. B．Eating the healthiest foods available. C．Sticking to doing intense exercise indoors. D．Pushing himself to prolong daily workouts. 64．The author will probably disagree that ________. A．in most cases we typically know what to do B．persisting in doing something daily is hard C．we might well fail with stronger willpower D．some simple rules are easier to carry out 65．According to the passage, simple rules can ________. A．help you achieve goals by making the habit stick B．encourage people to drink enough water C．reverse the effect of relying on willpower D．prevent you from getting lost in a place 【答案】61．B 62．A 63．B 64．C 65．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者朋友开始“艰难75挑战”，一开始因为不够坚定失败了，后来重新调整完成了比赛。 61．细节理解题。根据第二段“Last year a friend wanted to get in better shape, so he started the Hard 75 Challenge, which involves following a diet, working out twice a day for 45 minutes each session, drinking a gallon of water, reading 10 pages of a nonfiction personal development book, and taking a picture of yourself. Every day. For 75 straight days.(去年，一位朋友想要拥有更好的身材，于是他开始了“艰难75挑战”，包括遵循饮食，每天锻炼两次，每次锻炼45分钟，喝一加仑水，阅读10页非虚构的个人发展书籍，并给自己拍一张照片。每一天。连续75天)”可知，Hard 75挑战对参与者提出了苛刻的要求。故选B。 62．细节理解题。根据第八段“He started, got disappointed, got up the determination to start over, got disappointed, forced himself to start over… while he got in a little better shape, he didn’t make the progress he hoped for.(他开始了，失望了，下定决心重新开始，失望了，强迫自己重新开始……虽然他的身材有所好转，但他并没有取得他所希望的进步)”可知，作者的朋友没有取得他所希望的进步，因为他不够坚定。故选A。 63．细节理解题。根据倒数第六段“When he went out to eat, he avoided failing to find the “right” food by just choosing the healthiest option available.(当他出去吃饭时，他只选择最健康的食物，避免找不到“合适的”食物)”可知，作者的朋友吃最健康的食物来保持健康。故选B。 64．细节理解题。根据第一段“The funny thing about basically doing anything is that we typically know what to do. The hard thing is actually doing it, day after day after day. The problem isn’t knowledge. The problem is willpower. Hold that thought. (做任何事情的有趣之处在于，我们通常都知道该做什么。真正困难的是日复一日地去做。问题不在于知识。问题在于意志力。坚持这个想法)”可知，作者可能不同意有更强的意志力也可能失败的说法。故选C。 65．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Rules, on the other hand, are easy.(另一方面，规则很简单)”以及最后一段“And great, especially when those rules help take you to the place you someday want to be. (这很好，尤其是当这些规则帮助你到达你想要的地方时)”可知，简单的规则可以帮助你通过养成习惯来实现目标。故选A。 Passage 14 （2024·天津红桥·二模）He really did look like a tourist, with a camera around his neck and a bottle of sunscreen cream sticking out of his bag. The fat man sat on the terrace (平台), sipping lemonade and pretending to look at a tourism brochure. His sunglasses masked his eyes, but I knew he wasn’t looking at the brochure: he hadn’t turned a page for the last ten minutes. As I brought him his dishes, he coughed up a “thank you” and looked at me briefly. I tried not to stare at the tiny scar across his left eyebrow. I walked back inside with my empty tray, shaking my head. He looked familiar, but I couldn’t quite place him. Then it hit me — the car accident. The mysterious stranger who helped me out of my crashed car, just before it exploded. I rushed back to his table. He was gone. I moved his saucer and found his tip, along with a card: I am deeply grateful to you. The night of your car accident, I was on my way to rob a jewelry store. Saving your life brought things back in a right way. I now live an honest life, thanks to you. Mr. D． I shivered (震颤). The night of my car accident, I was heading for an interview in an illegal dance club. Seeing human kindness through his heroic gesture turned my life around and bought faith back into my life. I unfolded the tip he left. Among the singles was a grand (一千块) with a pen mark underlining “Thank you.” I said a silent prayer for him and got back to work, smiling. 66．Why did the fat man look like a tourist? A．Because he used money not the same as the locals. B．Because he carried what tourist usually have on. C．Because he didn’t look like a native citizen. D．Because he ordered strange food and drinks. 67．How did the author know the man didn’t read the brochure? A．He was drinking all the time. B．He sat still with his sunglasses. C．The page remained unturned. D．He was staring at the writer. 68．What happened on the night of the car accident? A．A mysterious stranger helped the author out of the crashed car. B．The author helped a stranger escape from the crashed car. C．A mysterious man robbed the author of a grand. D．The author was interviewed for an illegal dance club. 69．What can we infer from the last paragraph? A．They kept in touch with each other since then. B．The author had been searching for the man. C．The man became a rich man years later. D．The author didn’t go to that interview. 70．What is their attitude towards each other? A．Sympathetic. B．Grateful. C．Worried. D．Trusty. 【答案】66．B 67．C 68．A 69．D 70．B 【导语】本文为一篇记叙文，文章讲述了作者去一家非法舞蹈俱乐部参加面试，结果遭遇车祸，被将要抢劫珠宝店的男人拯救，这件事改变了两个人的人生的故事。 66．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“He really did look like a tourist, with a camera around his neck and a bottle of sunscreen cream sticking out of his bag. The fat man sat on the terrace (平台), sipping lemonade and pretending to look at a tourism brochure.(他看起来确实像个游客，脖子上挂着相机，包里伸出一瓶防晒霜。那个胖子坐在阳台上，喝着柠檬水，假装在看旅游宣传册)”可知，胖男人看起来像一名游客是由于他的装扮很像一名游客。故选B。 67．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“His sunglasses masked his eyes, but I knew he wasn’t looking at the brochure: he hadn’t turned a page for the last ten minutes.(他的太阳镜遮住了眼睛，但我知道他没有在看宣传册：他已经有十分钟没有翻过一页了)”可知，胖男人十分钟没有翻过宣传册让作者知道他并不在阅读。故选C。 68．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Then it hit me — the car accident. The mysterious stranger who helped me out of my crashed car, just before it exploded.(然后我突然想到了车祸。那个神秘的陌生人把我从撞坏的车里救了出来，就在车爆炸之前)”可知，在车祸的那一晚，一个神秘的陌生人把作者从撞坏的汽车里救了出来。故选A。 69．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“The night of my car accident, I was heading for an interview in an illegal dance club.(我出车祸的那天晚上，我正要去一家非法的舞蹈俱乐部参加面试)”可知，在出车祸的那晚，作者准备去参加面试，但是发生了车祸，所以那晚作者没有去面试。故选D。 70．推理判断题。根据文章第一段“As I brought him his dishes, he coughed up a “thank you” and looked at me briefly.(当我把菜端给他时，他咳出一句“谢谢”，并简短地看了我一眼)”；第三段“I am deeply grateful to you. The night of your car accident, I was on my way to rob a jewelry store. Saving your life brought things back in a right way. I now live an honest life, thanks to you. Mr. D.(我深深地感谢你。你车祸那晚，我正要去抢劫一家珠宝店。救了你的命，一切都恢复正常了。多亏了你，我现在过着诚实的生活。D先生)”及最后一段“The night of my car accident, I was heading for an interview in an illegal dance club. Seeing human kindness through his heroic gesture turned my life around and bought faith back into my life.(我出车祸的那天晚上，我正要去一家非法的舞蹈俱乐部参加面试。通过他的英勇举动，我看到了人性的善良，这改变了我的生活，让我的生活重新充满了信心)”可知，文章讲述了作者去一家非法舞蹈俱乐部参加面试，结果遭遇车祸，被将要抢劫珠宝店的男人拯救，这件事改变了两个人的人生的故事，两个人都应该感谢彼此。故选B。 Passage 15 （2024·天津·一模）Many of our family traditions centered around food. We’d gather in the kitchen for every birthday and holiday and enjoy delicious food. My grandparents always held Christmas dinner, which included chicken cacciatore, sausage, meatballs and salad. But right before we sat down to eat, my grandmother would pull me aside to show me the dish she made just for me: fresh pasta (意大利面) with tomato sauce. It was a simple dish, but to me it was warm food that filled me with happiness. But more than that, it made me feel like I belonged. I was a shy kid and, in many situations, I felt ignored. And here was my grandmother, showing me that I mattered. Years went by; I moved away and got married. I’d visit throughout the years and my grandmother would serve up a plate of pasta. When my daughter was born in 2020, for the first time in my life I wasn’t about to make the trip back home for Christmas. I cooked my family’s traditional foods and my husband and I had a big meal that included, of course, fresh pasta. I had a video call with my grandmother and showed her the pasta. Shortly after the holidays she passed away unexpectedly. It seemed so unfair that my grandmother passed away soon after I became a parent. I’d hold my daughter and think about how I could tell her what an amazing great-grandmother she had. In my sadness I came to an answer: food. Late at night after my daughter had gone to bed, I’d go to the kitchen and learn how to make fresh pasta, cooking my grandmother’s recipes. Before long I started experimenting, making a bit changes to classic recipes. When my daughter got a little older, I began making special dishes for her with my grandmother’s flavors in mind. I know that no matter how hard I try, my daughter will never have a bowl pasta with sauce exactly like the ones my grandmother would make for me. While that makes me sad, she’ll still get to have my pasta sauce. I know there’re two things she’ll never lack for in this life: pasta and love. 71．What did the author say about her grandmother’s homemade pasta? A．It was a special birthday gift for her. B．It brought her a sense of belonging. C．It was loved by every family member. D．It took a lot of time and energy to prepare. 72．What made the author’s 2020 Christmas dinner different from previous ones? A．She didn’t share pasta with her husband. B．She didn’t give her grandmother a call. C．She didn’t prepare many traditional family foods. D．She didn’t have a chance to eat her grandmother’s pasta. 73．Why did the author learn to make fresh pasta late at night? A．To honour her grandmother. B．To give her daughter a surprise. C．To meet her grandmother’s wish. D．To be a role model for her daughter. 74．What can we learn about the author’s pasta sauce? A．It isn’t easy to make. B．It isn’t to her daughter’s liking. C．It tastes exactly the same as her grandmother’s. D．It shows her love for her daughter. 75．What’s the best title for the text? A．Different types of pasta B．The origin of pasta C．Love through pasta D．Pasta for Christmas 【答案】71．B 72．D 73．A 74．D 75．C 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者的祖母带给作者一种归属感，在祖母去世以后，作者开始制作新鲜的意大利面来纪念祖母，同时作者的意大利面酱表明了她对女儿的爱。 71．细节理解题。根据第二段“But more than that, it made me feel like I belonged.(但更重要的是，它让我有了归属感)”可知，作者认为她祖母自制的意大利面带给她一种归属感。故选B。 72．细节理解题。根据第四段“When my daughter was born in 2020, for the first time in my life I wasn’t about to make the trip back home for Christmas. I cooked my family’s traditional foods and my husband and I had a big meal that included, of course, fresh pasta. I had a video call with my grandmother and showed her the pasta.(当我的女儿在2020年出生时，这是我人生中第一次没有打算回家过圣诞节。我做了我们家的传统食物，我和丈夫吃了一顿大餐，当然包括新鲜的意大利面。我和祖母进行了视频通话，给她看了意大利面)”可知，作者的2020年圣诞晚餐与以往的不同之处是她没有机会吃祖母做的意大利面。故选D。 73．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“In my sadness I came to an answer: food. Late at night after my daughter had gone to bed, I’d go to the kitchen and learn how to make fresh pasta, cooking my grandmother’s recipes.(在我的悲伤中，我想到了一个答案：食物。深夜，在女儿上床睡觉后，我会去厨房学习如何制作新鲜的意大利面，烹饪我祖母的食谱)”可知，作者在深夜学习制作新鲜的意大利面是为了纪念她的祖母。故选A。 74．细节理解题。根据最后一段“While that makes me sad, she’ll still get to have my pasta sauce. I know there’re two things she’ll never lack for in this life: pasta and love.(虽然这让我很难过，但她还是可以吃我的意大利面酱。我知道有两样东西她一辈子都不缺：意大利面和爱)”可知，作者的意大利面酱表明了她对女儿的爱。故选D。 75．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“I know that no matter how hard I try, my daughter will never have a bowl pasta with sauce exactly like the ones my grandmother would make for me. While that makes me sad, she’ll still get to have my pasta sauce. I know there’re two things she’ll never lack for in this life: pasta and love.(我知道，无论我多么努力，我的女儿永远也吃不到一碗酱汁意大利面，就像我祖母为我做的那样。虽然这让我很难过，但她还是可以吃我的意大利面酱。我知道有两样东西她一辈子都不缺：意大利面和爱)”结合文章主要讲述了作者的祖母带给作者一种归属感，在祖母去世以后，作者开始制作新鲜的意大利面来纪念祖母，同时作者的意大利面酱表明了她对女儿的爱。可知，C选项“意面里的爱”最符合文章标题。故选C。 Passage 16 （2024·天津南开·一模）Last weekend I made my first visit to a remote village, home to one of our students, Tombe. Another teacher and I walked for two and a half hours to get there—first, up a mountain from where we had fantastic views, and then down a shaded path to the valley below. When we arrived at the village, Tombe’s mother, Kiak, saw us coming and started crying “ieee ieee”. We shook hands with all the villagers. Everyone seemed to be related to Tombe. Tombe’s father, Mukap, a man with a strong jaw and a wrinkled forehead, led us to his house, a low, round bamboo hut with no windows, with a door just big enough to get through, and with grass sticking out of the roof—this shows it is a man’s house. Such housing is dark inside so it took time for our eyes to adjust. Fresh grass had been laid on the floor and there was a platform for Jenny and me to sleep on. There was a fireplace in the centre of the hut. The only possessions I could see were one broom, a few saucers, a kettle, cups, pans, and a couple of jars. Mukap built a fire outside and laid stones on it to heat. He then placed the hot stones in an empty oil drum with kau kau(sweet potato), ripe corn, and greens. He then covered the vegetables with banana leaves and left them to steam. It smelled delicious. We ate inside the hut sitting round the fire. I loved listening to the family talking softly to each other in their language, even though I could not participate much in the conversation. Luckily, Tombe interpreted for us. Later, I noticed a can standing upside down on the grill (烤架) over the fire. After a while. Tombe threw it out of the doorway. Tombe told me that the can was heated to dry out the leftover food. His family believes that leftovers attract bad spirits in the night, so any leftover food is dried up in a can and the can is then thrown out of the hut. We left the village the next morning after many goodbyes and firm handshakes. My muscles were aching and my knees shaking as we dragged ourselves down the mountain towards home. That evening I fell happily into bed. It was such a privilege to have spent a day with Tombe’s family. 76．Why did Tombe’s mother start crying “ieee ieee”? A．Because she was excited to see her son home B．Because she saw someone who scared he C．Because she was welcoming the teachers. D．Because that was her daily routine. 77．What can we learn about Tombe’s father from the passage? A．He’s not a considerate one. B．He has a luxury house. C．He had a good talk with the author. D．He is good at cooking 78．When the author saw the family talking softly to each other, her feeling can be best described as ________. A．amazed B．puzzled C．frightened D．happy 79．According to Paragraph 4, the can was used to ________. A．drive bad spirits B．protect the hut C．hold the leftovers D．be thrown out of the hut 80．What did the author think of this visit? A．She hated the long and tiring visit B．She was pleased to visit the Tombe family. C．She thought Tombe’s family was too poor. D．She thought some of the Tombe family’s actions were stupid. 【答案】76．C 77．D 78．D 79．C 80．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了身为老师的作者上周末第一次去了一个偏远的村庄，去了学生Tombe的家里，得到了Tombe一家的热情招待。 76．细节理解题。根据第一段“When we arrived at the village, Tombe’s mother, Kiak, saw us coming and started crying “ieee ieee”. We shook hands with all the villagers. Everyone seemed to be related to Tombe.(当我们到达村庄时，Tombe的母亲Kiak看到我们来了，开始叫着“ieee ieee”。我们和所有的村民握手。每个人似乎都和Tombe有亲戚关系)”可知，Tombe的妈妈开始叫“ieee ieee”是因为她在欢迎老师。故选C。 77．推理判断题。根据第二段“Tombe’s father, Mukap(Tombe的父亲，Mukap)”以及第三段“Mukap built a fire outside and laid stones on it to heat. He then placed the hot stones in an empty oil drum with kau kau(sweet potato), ripe corn, and greens. He then covered the vegetables with banana leaves and left them to steam. It smelled delicious.(Mukap在外面生了火，在上面放了石头取暖。然后，他把热石头和红薯、成熟的玉米和蔬菜一起放在一个空油桶里。然后他把香蕉叶盖在蔬菜上，让它们蒸。闻起来很香)”可知，Tombe的父亲Mukap擅长烹饪。故选D。 78．推理判断题。根据第三段“I loved listening to the family talking softly to each other in their language, even though I could not participate much in the conversation.(我喜欢听这家人用他们的语言轻声交谈，尽管我不能太多地参与谈话)”可知，当作者看到一家人轻声交谈时，她的感觉可以用幸福来形容。故选D。 79．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“His family believes that leftovers attract bad spirits in the night, so any leftover food is dried up in a can and the can is then thrown out of the hut.(他的家人认为，剩饭剩菜会在晚上招惹恶灵，所以任何剩饭剩菜都会在罐子里晾干，然后把罐子扔出小屋)”可知，罐头是用来装剩菜的。故选C。 80．推理判断题。根据最后一段“That evening I fell happily into bed. It was such a privilege to have spent a day with Tombe’s family.(那天晚上，我高兴地倒在床上。能和Tombe的家人一起度过一天真是太荣幸了)”可知，作者很高兴拜访Tombe一家。故选B。 Passage 17 （2024·天津红桥·一模）About two weeks ago I saw a very sad, blue eyed, homeless man sitting outside my local coffee house. I said, “Hi! How are you doing today?” He seemed shocked that I was talking to him. “Not very well,” he replied. He began to tell me how he had been hit by a car while riding his bike. He had been in the hospital for a month and s rest home for another month. During that time the person that paid for his SSI checks (社保费) died of a hear attack and his wallet was stolen with all his IDs. He had several checks waiting for him but had no ID and therefore no access to his money. I decided that if this was all true I’d like to help him get a copy of his birth certificate and social security card. I asked him to meet me at the Department of Vital Statistics at 11:00 p.m. The next morning I didn’t see him so I started filling out the paperwork. I explained to the receptionist, “I’m trying to help a homeless friend get his ID hack.” “Bob?”  she inquired. “Yes, Bob,” I responded, surprised that she knew his name. “He was here at 9:30 and he just left,” she said, “But he told us you were coming.” I paid the fee and walked out with Bob’s Birth Certificate. As I was driving home I saw Bob riding back on the old bike someone had given him. I pulled over and jumped out of my car shouting, “Bob! Bob! I got it!” He saw me and rode over. “I got it, Bob! Look, here it is!” He got tears in his eyes and told me I was his guardian angel. A few days later I needed him to meet me at the Social Security Office. It took me a half hour to get there by car and at least two hours by bike. But there he was sitting on the sidewalk waiting for me! We were in the Social Security Office for two hours. We got everything straightened out and by next week he will have received his back pay, which is a substantial sum. Yes, one person can make a difference in this world. And the interesting thing is that I am getting as much, if not more, from this experience than Bob. I am deeply touched by Bob’s sensitivity, his gratitude, his stories, his heart. Home is where the heart is, even for the homeless! 81．The author helped the homeless man get his ID back by _____. A．finding it for him B．filling out the paperwork C．visiting the Department of Vital Statistics D．getting his birth certificate 82．The receptionist knew the homeless man because ______. A．he just contacted with her B．he told her I was coming C．he just left from her office D．he called her for reception 83．The homeless man needed his ID to ______. A．get the money from the car owner B．get the money out of some checks C．prove his true identity D．pay back his SSI checks 84．The author helped the homeless man at the Social Security Office to _______. A．check if his information is true B．check if his name was kept there C．get his information to his back pay D．take a substantial sum of money 85．“I am getting as much, if not more, from this experience than Bob” means ____. A．I felt it meaningful to help Bob B．Bob also helped me in some way C．I was repaid after Bob got the money D．I got more respect after the experience 【答案】81．C 82．A 83．B 84．C 85．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者与无家可归的Bob之间的故事，展示了作者对Bob的同情和帮助，以及Bob对作者的感激之情。 81．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“I decided that if this was all true I’d like to help him get a copy of his birth certificate and social security card. I asked him to meet me at the Department of Vital Statistics at 11:00 p.m. (我决定，如果这一切都是真的，我想帮助他得到他的出生证明和社会保障卡的副本。我约他晚上11点在生命统计部门见我)”可知，作者帮助无家可归的人找回身份证的方式是去生命统计部门。故选C。 82．细节理解题。根据文章第三段““Bob?” she inquired. “Yes, Bob,” I responded, surprised that she knew his name. “He was here at 9:30 and he just left,” she said, “But he told us you were coming.”(“Bob？”她问道。“是的，Bob，”我回答，很惊讶她竟然知道他的名字。他9点半来的，刚走，她说，“但他告诉我们你要来。”)”可知，接待员认识这个流浪汉是因为他刚刚来过，也就是说流浪汉刚刚和她联系过。故选A。 83．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“He had several checks waiting for him but had no ID and therefore no access to his money.(他有几张支票等着他，但没有身份证，因此无法取钱)”可知，这位流浪汉需要身份证从支票里拿钱。故选B。 84．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“We were in the Social Security Office for two hours. We got everything straightened out and by next week he will have received his back pay, which is a substantial sum.(我们在社会保障局待了两个小时。我们把一切都解决了，到下周他就会收到欠下的工资，那是一笔可观的数目)”可知，作者在社会保障办公室帮助无家可归的人是为了确保他的信息正确无误，以便他能够获得他的欠薪。故选C。 85．推理判断题。根据文章倒数第二段“Yes, one person can make a difference in this world. And the interesting thing is that I am getting as much, if not more, from this experience than Bob. I am deeply touched by Bob’s sensitivity, his gratitude, his stories, his heart.(是的，一个人可以改变这个世界。有趣的是，我从这次经历中得到的，如果不是更多的话，至少和Bob一样多。我被Bob的敏感、他的感激、他的故事和他的心深深打动了)”可知，作者通过帮助Bob得到了很多，甚至可能比Bob得到的还要多。这种收获不仅仅是物质上的，更多的是精神上的，比如满足感、成就感和对人性的深刻理解。由此推知，作者觉得帮助Bob是一件很有意义的事情。故选A。 Passage 18 （2024·天津·一模）Pooja Rai was a young architecture student in 2014 when she went with a friend to give food to a local orphanage. She was surprised at what she saw. Kids were playing with anything they could get their hands on. One group was rolling around a broken metal pipe. Two boys were trying to play badminton, using old shoes as rackets. “Play shouldn’t just be part of a rich kid’s lifestyle. All kids have a right to enjoy their childhoods.” Rai says. Over the next few weeks, she talked with friends about collecting money for a playground. And that’s when she thought of old tires. Around 100 million tires are thrown away in India every year. Could they reuse them as playground materials and help the environment, too? That idea became a reality in 2015, using old tires—all cleaned, carefully looked over to make sure they are safe to use, and painted in bright colors. The following year, she created Anthill Creations, which has built 275 playgrounds across India—celebrating the power of play in public spaces orphanages, and schools. “Our work always begins with talks with kids about what they want from this space.” says Rai. Sometimes it can take a few hours, or a few visits, until children are ready to open up. She also draws on her experience as an architect. “I found that spaces are powerful in shaping people’s behavior.” she says. Most of the play spaces Rai designs feature large tire sculptures of cars, buildings, or animals, paired with more classic elements of swings and jungle gyms. In one girl’s school in Bengaluru, the children wanted their play space to be shaped into a boxing ring, with tires doubling up as punching bags. “Their teacher was unsure about it.” Rai remembers. “But the girls said they didn’t want people to see them as weak. They wanted to practice self-defense and grow stronger.” In December 2019, this playground became a reality. 86．What did Rai find out about the kids in a local orphanage? A．They behaved badly. B．They were badly treated. C．They had nothing to do but play. D．They were short of play equipment. 87．What did Rai do with the thrown-away tires? A．She renewed them in $$