阅读理解之人物故事-2025年新高考优秀英语模拟试题优选分类汇编

2025年新高考优秀英语模拟试题优选分类汇编 阅读理解之人物故事 分类标准（新素材） 人物故事类记叙文经常出现在英语试题中的B篇，难度适中。本资料选取了全国模拟试题中的人物故事素材进行了汇编，以满足广大师生的需求。 1.（2025·甘青宁三省多校高三九月联考） In a village in Senegal, dozens of teenagers in colorful shorts are throwing each other to the ground against a backdrop of palm trees. It’s a common sight across Senegal. But in most of the country, wrestling remains off-limits for women. There is one exception. In the Casamance region, home to the Jola ethnic group, women traditionally wrestle alongside men. At a recent training session in Mlomp, most teenagers on the sandy ground were girls. “It’s in our blood,” said coach Isabelle Sambou, 43, a two-time Olympian and nine-time African wrestling champion. “In my village, girls wrestle. My mum was a wrestler and my aunts were wrestlers.” But once Jola women marry, they are expected to stop practicing and devote themselves to family life, which is regarded as the main duty of Senegalese women. That hasn’t been the case for Sambou, who, despite her humble behavior and small size, displays strength and determination. She overcame barriers to become a professional athlete. As a teenager, Sambo u was noticed by a professional wrestling coach at a competition during the annual Festival of the King of Oussouye, one of the few events accessible to women. The coach suggested that she try Olympic wrestling. Wrestling brought Sambou to the Olympic Games in London and Rio de Janeiro, where she placed outside the medal contenders (争夺者). But being a successful professional female athlete in a conservative society comes with a price. Sambou recalled her experiences in parts of Senegal beyond her home region and said, “When I walked around in shorts, people were saying, ‘Look, is it a woman or is it a boy?’” In 2016, facing her mid-30s, Sambou decided to retire and move back to her village. “I thought it was time to think of something else, maybe finding a job or starting a family,” she said. “But that hasn’t happened so far.” Instead, she is focused on finding “future Isabelles”. She hopes the girls she coaches can achieve her dream of winning an Olympic medal. 24．What does the text say about wrestling in Senegal? A．It’s a male-dominated sport. B．It’s only teenager-targeted. C．It requires strict formal training. D．It remains illegal for women. 25．What happened to Sambou’s mother after she got married? A．She gave up wrestling. B．She tried Olympic wrestling. C．She became a wrestling coach. D．She started practicing wrestling. 26．What is a barrier facing Sambou as a wrestler? A．Having no access to training. B．Being opposed by her family. C．Having no competitions to enter. D．Being laughed at for her gender. 27．What is Sambou’s current dream? A．To devote herself to her kids. B．To win medals as a wrestler. C．To find a job outside her village. D．To coach future Olympic medalists. 2.（2025·山东省实验中学高三上学期一诊） At the age of 16, I lived with my parents at an institute 18 miles from Durba n with no neighbors around. One day my father needed a ride to town for a conference. Meanwhile, my mother gave a list of groceries and my father asked me to take care of several pending chores, such as getting the car serviced. When I dropped my father off that morning, he said, “I will meet you here at 5: 00 p. m., and we will go home together. ” After hurriedly completing my chores, I went straight to the nearest movie theater. I got so engrossed that I forgot the time. By the time I ran to the garage and got the car and hurried to where my father was waiting for me, it was almost 6: 00 p. m. He anxiously asked me, “Why were you late?” I was so ashamed of telling him I was watching a movie that I said, “The car wasn’t ready, so I had to wait,” not realizing that he had already called the garage. When he caught me in the lie, he said, “There’s something wrong in the way I brought you up that didn’t give you the confidence to tell me the truth. In order to figure out where I went wrong with you, I’m going to walk home 18 miles and think about it.” So, dressed in his suit and dress shoes, he began to walk home in the dark on mostly unpaved, unlit roads. I couldn’t leave him, so for five-and-a-half hours I drove behind him, watching my father go through this agony for a stupid lie that I uttered. I decided then and there that I was never going to lie again. I often think about that episode and wonder, if he had punished me the way we punish our children, whether I would have learned a lesson at all. I don’t think so. I would have suffered the punishment and gone on doing the same thing. But this single action was so powerful that it is still as if it happened yesterday. 24．Why did the author drive to the town? A．To watch a hit movie. B．To buy some groceries. C．To give his father a lift. D．To get the car serviced. 25．What did the father decide to do after finding the author lying? A．Reflect on his parenting. B．Blame the author severely. C．Ignore the author’s behavior. D．Punish the author immediately. 26．How did the author feel when he drove behind his father? A．Relieved. B．Annoyed. C．Intolerable. D．Regretful. 27．What can we learn from the text? A．You don’t have to choose a day to lie. B．It’s better to lie than to admit a mistake. C．Do not do to others what you don’t like to do. D．Non-violence is powerful in teaching a lesson. 3.（2025·重庆巴蜀中学高考适应性月考卷（二））When she was young, Sylvia Colt- Lacayo noticed she was particularly fascinated with on- screen stories. Media offered an escape when life was hard. Watching Glee, she was thrilled to see a character who used a wheelchair like her — until she learned the role was played by an actor who was not disabled. “I remember feeling so heartbroken and betrayed (背叛), for no reason other than the fact that I felt seen for once as a 10- year- old watching Glee, and the power of that,” says Colt- Lacayo. Now, Colt- Lacayo is graduating from Stanford with a degree in film and media studies and is heading to Hollywood with a passion for increasing disability representation and diversity in general. “Representation matters, and I also think that diverse storytelling is what is most compelling (令人信服的),” she said. Representation shaped Colt- Lacayo’s path to Stanford. As a disabled Latina girl, she struggled to imagine going to college, in part because she never saw adult wheelchair users in the media. In high school, she met- another Stanford student who was also a wheelchair user at a conference. Suddenly, a new story felt possible. When she arrived at Stanford, Colt- Lacayo knew she was often the first visibly disabled student her professors and peers had interacted with. Her parents had taught her to advocate for herself, and while she doesn’t claim the label “activist”, she asks for what she needs. “Yes, there’s something that is in my DNA that makes my body different from other people’s. But really, what makes me disabled is that people treat me differently, and I do not have equal access to resources,” she said. She brought this perspective to her Stanford experience. For her senior thesis (论文), she wrote a screenplay examining how growing up with a disability impacts one’s relationship with oneself and one’s understanding of the world. Colt- Lacayo aims to become an agent for screenwriters and film direętors. She hopes that sharing her story gives others the example she wished for when she was young. 24．How did Colt- Lacayo initially feel while watching Glee? A．Overjoyed and inspired. B．Honored and confident. C．Heartbroken and betrayed. D．Sorrowful and sympathetic. 25．What helped Colt- Lacayo picture herself going to college? A．Her keen interest in films and media. B．Diverse stories she heard about disability. C．An example of a disabled Stanford student. D．A passion for increasing disability representation. 26．What insight did Colt- Lacayo gain about living with a disability? A．It naturally leads one to grow into a social activist. B．It mainly involves overcoming physical limitations. C．It offers special advantages for accessing resources. D．It influences one’s outlook on the world and oneself. 27．What is the best title of the text? A．Telling Stories That Matter B．Speaking up for Equality C．Struggling to Enter Stanford D．Conquering Physical Challenges 4.（2025·全国名校协作体高三上学期10月联考）For 15 years I read the books, took the courses and downloaded the apps to try to become a better person. Nevertheless, none of it helped. I was in my mid-20s when I fell into one of the most toxic relationships of my life. I remember buying my first self-help book, which promised I could be healed of anything. I devoured it in days and was hooked. Over the next 15 years, I bought hundreds of self-help books, courses and apps, and tracked down every self-styled personal improvement expert in the hope that they could teach me how to become happier, more confident and more lovable. Growing up in an environment of addiction and domestic conflict made me vulnerable to the industry’s promises of self-improvement. I believed self-help authors could be the instructors I had never found. My dependency became strong after my father died in 2022. I managed to spend an enormous amount of time reading about how to grieve well instead of doing the right things:sitting with my feelings, allowing myself to cry and processing the loss. My obsession (痴迷) with self-help had become toxic, and something had to give. It started to dawn on me that instead of helping me, the advice was making me feel worse. I talked with a loved one and recognized that in trying to change my life, I was trying to change things that were out of my control. Instead of focusing on who I wanted to become, I had to quit self-help to learn and accept who I really was. Spending time alone, often walking, and listening to my thoughts without trying to silence or change them helped. Since I quit my self-help cane, I’ve realized that focusing all my energy on improving myself can really suck the joy out of life. It makes happiness conditional:only when I look that way can I be loved. It can also stop me from unconditionally accepting my imperfectly perfect self. After a long time, I am finally coming round to the idea that perhaps I never needed fixing at all. 24．Why did the author become obsessed with self-help materials? A．To escape from her family. B．To overcome personal failures. C．To look for a way to kill time. D．To find guides to better herself. 25．What can we learn about the author from Para. 4? A．She often quarreled with her siblings in childhood. B．She became stronger after her father passed away. C．Her upbringing environment greatly influenced her. D．Her long time of reading helped her out of feeling bad. 26．What caused the author to quit her obsession? A．The death of her father. B．A conversation with a loved one. C．The suggestion from an instructor. D．An app on self-improvement. 27．What does the author want to convey in the text? A．Embracing the true self. B．Focusing on the strengths. C．Seeking professional advice. D．Cultivating the positive thinking. 5.（2025·安徽省皖豫名校联盟高三十月联考） In a small coastal community in Ecuador known as La Isla, I was handing out clothes and toys to children standing in a long line in their schoolyard. They had gathered there that morning, likely wearing the only clothes they owned. They were quiet and polite, eyes bright with excitement. Watching this, my mind flashed back to a day I would never forget. I was five years old that Christmas Eve in 1988, growing up in Ecuador, with my parents and elder sister. My father came into my bedroom and gave me a plastic cowboy. I’d never owned a real toy of any kind. My family didn’t have much. My mom stayed home, caring for my sister and me. My dad drove a food delivery truck and was on the road for days at a time. “I hope you like your toy,” my father said, kneeling down and holding me close. I felt the warmth of his body, as if in giving me this to y he was also giving me a part of himself. Even at age five, I knew that had been a gift. By sixth grade our family moved to the US, and life got easier. I excelled in high school. Every good grade was a thank-you to my parents for all they’d done for me. I went on to college, and after graduation, with my degree in hand, I became a pharmacist (药剂师). I was finally able to buy nice gifts for my family, but I could never give in equal measure the love I’d felt from that unexpected gift I’d received as a little boy. I wished every child could know that feeling. Two years into my career, I made my first trip to La Isla. Two years later, I returned with my nonprofit organization called Toys for Ecuador. My parents, sister and I traveled to towns across rural Ecuador with Christmas presents for children and gift baskets for seniors. It was a journey that not only fulfilled a childhood wish to share that special feeling of love and generosity, but also reaffirmed (重申) my commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. 24. What reminded the author of his childhood story? A. The scene of children’s receiving gifts. B. The Christmas celebration. C. The children’s happy school life. D. The preparation of Christmas gifts. 25. Which words can best describe the author’s father? A. Grateful and generous. B. Outgoing and romantic. C. Ambitious and passionate. D. Hardworking and caring. 26. How did the author repay his parents? A. By satisfying their wish to make him a pharmacist. B. By improving his academic achievements. C. By buying them some unexpected gifts. D. By setting up a nonprofit organization. 27. What can be the best title for the text? A. Toys for Ecuador Gave Children Christmas Gifts B. Father’s Gift Pushed a Boy to Succeed Academically C. Father’s Love Never Left Boyhood Memories Behind D. A Plastic Cowboy Inspired Toys for Ecuador 6.（2025·广东省汕尾市四校联考高三上学期10月考） Africa- bound! And only seven hours left of a 19- hour flight before I would arrive in South Africa for my third volunteer trip in three years. But this time it was different. I’d be there alone for a whole year, without friends or family. Plus, I had one challenge other volunteers fighting AIDS in Africa didn’t have — I was in a wheelchair. At eight years old, I was paralyzed (瘫痪的) from the waist down in a car accident. I spent months in a hospital, learning how to use a wheelchair, how to get up from the floor and how to dress myself. Basically how to live my life as independently as possible. After graduation from college, I made a year- long commitment to Lily of the Valley Children’s Village, outside Mophela, South Africa, where 90 percent of the children are infected with HIV. I would see to the kids’ medical needs and teach math and English. Those first few weeks were hard, harder than anything I had done before. I forced myself to keep trying. I needed to prove myself. But how could I tell if I was doing any good? One night, a big storm hit. I rolled out of my cottage the next morning and my chair lurched (突然倾斜), the wheels sinking into mud. I grasped the wheels tight and pushed hard. The chair wouldn’t move. All of my worst worries seemed to be coming true. I was stuck, hopelessly stuck. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw children running toward me. Two of the oldest grabbed the handlebars and the others pushed me forward. The wheels came free. The kids shouted with delight. When I said “Thank you!”, they laughed, “You help us. We help you.” That echoed in my ears all day. The next morning, the kids were waiting to push me through the mud to homework club. And the day after that, it became our little routine. The more they helped me, the easier it got to help them. The kids and I bonded. I wasn’t alone during my year in Africa. Not at all. I had reached out to the people I was assisting, and they, in turn, became my support. I was aware, more than ever, that anyone, even in a wheelchair, can make a difference. 4. What was the author’s unique challenge during this volunteer experience? A. Overcoming physical limitations. B. Adapting to a new cultural environment. C. Managing a long- term solo commitment. D. Dealing with the harsh weather conditions. 5. How did the author feel in the first few weeks in South Africa? A. Disappointed and wanting to give up. B. Satisfied with the progress made. C. Uncertain about the effectiveness of his help. D. Frustrated by the children’s lack of cooperation. 6. What was the turning point in the author’s relationship with the children? A. The children’s voluntary assistance. B. The author’s initial arrival in the village. C. The author’s first teaching session. D. The author’s struggle with the wheelchair. 7. What is the main idea of the passage? A. The struggle of adapting to a new environment. B. The transformative power of mutual support. C. The challenges of living with a physical disability. D. The impact of education on underprivileged children. 7.（2025·沧州市普通高中高三复习质量监测） Twenty-five-year-old Ana Victoria Espino in Mexico has become the world’s first lawyer with Down syndrome (唐氏综合征). It has made history in Mexico. Having studied in the institution’s law school for five years, she received her law degree from Universidad Autonoma de Zacatecas. In Mexico, there is no bar exam—getting a law degree is enough to be a lawyer. However, rather than defending people in the court of law, Espino aims to use her legal knowledge to improve conditions for people with disabilities. For Espino, becoming a lawyer was a long-time dream. Espino grew up with a strong family network including her parents and three siblings (兄弟姐妹), which has been the foundation of her educational and professional careers. In the classroom, she also received helpful accommodations to enter high school like being able to study independently for the entrance exam. After graduating, Espino applied for a university and stood out in the admission exam. However, the school’s headmaster refused her application despite her excellent grades in the exam, because the school lacked the conditions for a person with Down syndrome. Moved by her determined spirit, a professor offered to help Espino. Throughout her five years of college, the teacher accompanied Espino to all of her classes, helped her study, and prepared her for exams. Espino’s career as an advocate for people with disabilities predates (早于) her pursuing a degree. She often shares her story to bring light to people with disabilities. She is also a talented artist, holding several exhibitions. As for the future, Espino has a very clear image of what she wants to achieve. She said, “I am fanatical about the law and I want to ensure all people who live with a disability can occupy decision-making spaces to contribute to improving their conditions.” 4. What does Espino expect to do in the future? A. To give a hand to the disabled. B. To cure people of Down syndrome. C. To attach importance to human’s equal rights. D. To inspire the disabled to learn legal knowledge. 5. What happened to Espino when applying for a university at first? A. She moved the headmaster. B. She lost her parents’ support. C. She was turned down by the school. D. She did badly in the admission exam. 6. What does the underlined word “fanatical” in the last paragraph probably mean? A. Uncertain. B. Annoyed. C. Passionate. D. Curious. 7. Which words can best describe Espino? A. Humble and wise. B. Generous and brave. C. Humorous and hard-working. D. Strong-willed and caring. 8.（2025·河南省新高中创新联盟TOP二十名校高三调研） On a cold and gray morning, National Park Service biologist Lidia D’Amico grabbed her binoculars (双筒望远镜) and radio and began walking around the island’s roads as usual. On a typical day, she would spend her walk time watching birds. On this day, however, she spotted something strange: a “big figure” perching on a rock on the island’s northwest side. A closer look revealed the unknown object to be a baby sea lion, which was a rare sighting on the rock, and rarer because the creature was so far out of the water. “This sea lion had dragged itself all the way up the rocks and wasn’t moving, which I knew was unusual,” D’Amico explained. The island is not a suitable place for mammals (哺乳类), since it’s exposed to severe conditions and lacks a permanent source of water. A small rock around 100 yards off the north side of the island, called “Little Alcatraz”, is used by 7 to 8 seals during low tide (潮水). But the island is ruled by birds. Upon returning a few hours later to check on the unexpected visitor, D’Amico found the sea lion unmoved, so she made a call to The Marine Mammal Center. Even with the help of fellow park workers, it took great effort to load the 40-pound baby into a box and then they transferred him to The Marine Mammal Center. Once safely ashore, the baby was picked up by the staff from The Marine Mammal Center, who transported him to their animal hospital in the Headlands. For the first month after his rescue, the little baby’s condition was “guarded”, and he was slow to recover. However, with treatment and feedings provided by the staff, he began to gain weight. After two months of treatment, a fat and healthy sea lion could walk slowly. The once ill-fed baby had been cleared to return to the wild. Recovered, he went into the waters of his new life with a new name: Alcatraz, the sea lion. 4. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “perching” in paragraph 2? A. Resting. B. Playing. C. Singing. D. Wandering. 5. What is the author’s purpose in writing the third paragraph? A. To list a related example. B. To summarize previous paragraphs. C. To introduce the main topic. D. To provide background information. 6. What did D’Amico do for the sea lion? A. She helped him go into the water. B. She took care of him in the Headlands. C. She called the Marine Mammal Center. D. She transferred him to the animal center. 7. Which of the following is the suitable title for the text? A. A Strange Island B. The Rescue of a Sea Lion C. Lidia D’Amico’s Adventure D. The Struggling Life of Mammals 9.（2025·辽宁省大连市滨城高中联盟高三期中） On a quiet afternoon, as the sunlight shone through the curtains and cast a warm glow on the attic (阁楼) floor, I started a journey through time. It was there, in the corner behind the old suitcase, that I made a fascinating discovery — a shoebox filled with old letters. These letters, tied together with a faded ribbon, were a collection of conversations between my grandmother and her friends from past time. The dusty smell of aged paper and ink filled the air, transporting me to a time when communication was a deliberate and heartfelt act. In an age where a simple text or email can convey our thoughts, these letters served as a deeply touching reminder of the depth and meaning that can be found in the written word. They were more than just messages; they were pieces of a life, snapshots of a time, and most importantly, they were a bridge between the past and the present, between my grandmother's generation and my own. With the letters safely back in their resting place, I made a quiet promise to myself — to pick up pen and paper more often, to write not just messages, but little pieces of history that future generations might one day cherish. In a world racing towards the future, it's the old letters that remind us to slow down, to appreciate the moment, and to write our own stories with care. And perhaps, one day, someone will find my letters and experience the same joy of discovery, the same sense of connection across the years. For now, the attic holds not just boxes of old letters but also the promise of stories yet to be told. 4. What does the author consider the letters to be? A. Simple messages from the past. B. Bridges between different generations. C. Outdated communication methods. D. Unimportant things of past time. 5. What personal resolution does the author make after reflecting on the letters? A. To clean the attic of unnecessary items. B. To digitize all family letters for preservation. C. To learn more about the history of the family. D. To write more frequently to maintain connections. 6. Which sentence may the author agree according to the passage? A. Every family has a story to tell. B. The pen is stronger than the sword. C. Old letters carry voices from the past. D. The hand that writes the history makes the history. 7. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Treasure in Letters. B. A Journey Through the Attic. C. Digital Distraction. D. The Power of Pen and Ink. 10.（2025·东北师范大学实验高中第一次摸底） Baseball was everything to Walker Smallwood. But when he was just 14 years old, he got heartbreaking news that he had a rare form of bone cancer growing in his left leg. His baseball playing came to a sudden stop as he spent the next three years undergoing six surgeries, 24 treatments and 18 hospital stays. The young pitcher’s leg would never be strong enough to make competitive playing an option. “At the time I guess I was just kind of in denial, because my whole life, day in and day out, was built around baseball and sports,” Walker said. “It was pretty disastrous,” his mom, Pam said. The most the 17-year-old would be able to do is play catch with his teammates as they warmed up for their games. As the team approached the final game of the season, Walker’s parents and coach agreed that he could pitch (投球) for an inning (一局) or two for the old time’s sake. “Say you did it, have some fun, and then that’ll be it. Obviously, that’s not what happened,” Walker said. What ended up happening was more than anyone ever expected. Walker not only threw solid pitches in that first inning, but he also ended up pitching a no-hitter. The coach decided to keep him in the game until he started giving up pitches, but that never happened. Smallwood struck out all but two hitters for the entire game and tied a school record in the process. “I was in tears, most of the stands were in tears — just one of those special moments that we’ll cherish forever,” mom Pam said. Smallwood may never play again. He’s actually fine with that now because who needs a World Series ring when you’ve already taken on your greatest competitor and gone undefeated. 4. What does the word “It” underlined in paragraph 2 refer to? A. The serious injury to his leg. B. The childhood baseball dream. C. The risk of multiple surgeries. D. The long-term mental stress. 5. Which of the following best describes Walker Smallwood? A. Confident and energetic. B. Ambitious and determined. C. Brilliant and considerate. D. Optimistic and independent. 6. Why does the author mention a World Series ring in the last paragraph? A. To emphasize the value of cherishing every moment. B. To stress the significance of any championship prize. C. To highlight Walker’s personal success at the game. D. To serves as a reminder of challenges in Walker’s life. 7. What can we learn from Walker’s story? A. Misfortune can tell us what fortune is. B. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. C. Constant dropping wears away a stone. D. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. 11.（2025·山东省第一次备考监测联考） Three years ago, Sather Gowdy, a student at Gonzaga University, went through a break- up. Then two of his close friends passed away. So Sather withdrew, avoiding going out. Everything changed one day as Sather was returning home from class. An elderly woman, standing by her open trunk full of groceries, asked him to help her. He helped her get them inside. “Walking home, I realized my heart feeling lighter for the first time in weeks,” Sather says. He made a decision not to close himself off, but perform kindness every day for his community. Sather starts small. He once noticed his neighbor’s fence was damaged and wanted to fix it, but he didn’t know how. “Lack of knowledge didn’t stop me!” he says. “I learned online, bought a hammer and some nails, and repaired it.” As the movement has grown, so have Sather’s responsibilities. He dedicates several hours each day to finding ways to serve others— cleaning up the community or assisting elderly neighbors with yard work and other tasks. “Serving others isn’t always fun,” Sather says. “It’s hard work to remain committed to spreading kindness through serving others. But even on the toughest days, seeing the smiles on my neighbors’ faces makes it worthwhile.” “Think of something that everyone complains about and then go do it,” Sather recommends. An alley near his house, for example, was constantly filled with trash. Neighbors talked about how much they hated it, yet no one did anything about it. Sather spent several hours daily for two weeks cleaning it. “When I was done, I saw increased joy and pride in our neighborhood,” Sather says. Seven months later, the alley is still clean. Sather often sees neighbors checking on it, picking up lingering garbage or cutting back weeds. “Start small. You’ll be amazed at your impact,” says Sather. 4. What pulled Sather out of the state of being separate? A. The positive impact of the class on him. B. The elderly lady’s practical suggestions. C. The timely kindness from the community. D. The sense of achievement from being helpful. 5. What is the main idea of paragraph 3? A. How Sather felt about his behaviour. B. How Sather helps the community. C. Why Sather finds ways to serve others. D. What Sather needed to fix his neighbor’s fence. 6. What can we learn from Sather’s story? A. Doing good starts with ourselves. B. Work together to help the elderly. C. Being proud helps to serve others. D. Help others to make them stronger. 7. Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A. His search for the simplest joy B. His pursuit of the community’s happiness C. He healed his pain with acts of kindness D. He changed the community with his efforts 12.（2025·安徽省皖南八校高三上学期8月摸底）For years, a British TV show The Piano has set its sights on finding the next greatest musician by placing pianos in public places for anyone to play. Twenty-two-year-old Brad Kella won the 2024 competition by displaying his extraordinary skills, using the opportunity to also honor those who made it all possible for him. Kella, who is from a suburb of north Liverpool, was placed in a foster care at 7. “I remember hanging on to the railings (栏杆) outside my foster parents, and just didn’t want to go in,” the young musician explained. He had intended to spend only a night with Ev and Frank, but they went on to become his foster parents for over 12 years. When Kella told his foster parents about wanting a piano, they immediately agreed although they had a tight budget, let alone offering him music lessons or paying for a music coach. While Kella couldn’t read music, he taught himself to play the piano. He never thought of giving up when facing challenges. On top of becoming an extraordinary pianist, he learned a lot about himself and the places where he could go through the instrument. Kella said, “I owe it to my foster parents because I had no one there who believed I would be capable of doing such a thing as playing the piano.” For the final concert of the talent competition, Kella had to perform an original composition. To show his thanks to his foster parents, he wrote Ev and Frank. The foster parents were surprised when the young pianist showed the title of his work and could be seen wiping away tears during the moving performance. “I had the best foster parents in the whole world. And they gave me the chance to dream, and to believe that anything was actually possible,” Kella said, “I hope I give kids like me more of a reason to keep trying to achieve their dreams.” 4．What happened to Kella the first time he saw his foster home? A．He was unwilling to accept it. B．He only stayed there for one night. C．He missed his previous foster care. D．He hung out with his foster parents. 5．How did Kella learn to play the piano? A．By hiring a music coach. B．By learning it on his own. C．By consulting his foster parents. D．By signing up for music lessons. 6．What do we know about Kella’s Ev and Frank.? A．It makes Kella world-famous. B．Its topic is about appreciation. C．It is regarded to be the best original work D．It is aimed to show Kella’s talent for music. 7．Which of the following words can best describe Kella? A．Fortunate and well-off. B．Diligent and confident. C．Wise and committed. D．Determined and inspirational. 13.（2025·河南省安阳市多校一模联考）When you hit middle age, there are some universal truths you begin to notice and accept, and that goes double when you’re traveling with your parents. You really are turning into your mother(or father) … and maybe that is not such a terrible thing. I recently spent six days visiting my parents in their winter snowbird home just outside of Tampa, Florida. Mom and Dad were delighted in the tour guide role here in this middle ground, not our Indiana hometown and not British Columbia, where I’ve been living with my kids for years. It felt strange at first, me being a “kid” again at age 50. It was a rare window when I wasn’t caring for my own kids and my parents, who were still healthy and mobile and didn’t yet need my care. I could relax. I could play. Without any responsibilities or distractions, I could savor (尽情享受) just being a daughter. On this trip, I realized just how much I see myself in my parents. I was a little surprised to realize this fact didn’t make me roll my eyes and make an “I’m turning into my mother” joke. Instead, I found myself smiling and embracing turning into my mother and father, because that’s exactly who I’ve always been. Traveling with my aging parents, I not only realized how lucky I am, but also knew this could be our last trip together, just the three of us. I couldn’t help but reflect on how delicate life is and how precious these moments of being together are. My parents are still together, in good health, and have mobility. I can’t think of anyone at my age who is in the same situation with their parents. On the drive to the airport, Dad launched into his usual sort of closing paragraph that he does at the end of every visit. He mentioned the highlights of the week and asked about everyone else’s favorite memories from our time together. Then he shifted to what we wanted to do the next time. I smiled, realizing I do this closing paragraph too, when I’m saying goodbye to my girls. 4．What does the underlined word “that” in paragraph l refer to? A．Traveling with parents at middle age. B．Getting a deeper understanding of life. C．Turning into a copy of one’s parents. D．Finding more time to accompany parents. 5．Why did the author describe the trip as a rare window? A．Because there was little time left for her aging parents. B．Because it was a period to free herself of worries. C．Because it was a good chance to reflect on herself. D．Because it offered a valuable memory. 6．What conclusion does the author try to draw while traveling with her parents? A．We are always kids in our parents’ eyes. B．Parents’ present situation mirrors our future. C．Be grateful and treasure the time with parents. D．A closing speech to a child is a must for every parent. 7．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To share her reflection. B．To introduce a trip. C．To remember her parents. D．To urge care for parents. 14.（2025·内蒙古多校高三上学期第一次联考）Emma Patterson, an 88-year-old resident of Montgomery County, Maryland, has devoted her life to the extraordinary mission of fostering (收养) children. Her fostering journey began quite unexpectedly. As her own children grew up, they started bringing home friends who needed more than just a place to hang out — they needed care. These children were often hungry, lacked proper clothing, or faced neglect at home. Emma, with her generous spirit, didn’t hesitate to open her doors and her heart. What started with helping a few friends of her children quickly turned into a lifelong commitment to fostering. Over the years, Emma welcomed nearly 40 foster children into her home. At one point, she was caring for as many as 9 children simultaneously (同时). Each child brought their own set of challenges and needs, but Emma faced each situation with firm dedication. Her home became a shelter for those who had nowhere else to turn to, providing not just the basics of food and shelter but also the emotional support and stability that many of these children had never experienced. Despite these challenges, Emma committed to fostering each child until adulthood. She provided a stable home environment, guiding them through school and helping them achieve milestones they might have otherwise missed. As Emma continued her journey, her influence extended beyond her home. The children she fostered grew up and went on to lead successful lives, proof of the strong foundation she provided. Many of them stayed in touch, expressing their gratitude and acknowledging the crucial role Emma played in their lives. Her home was more than a temporary shelter. It was the starting point for a brighter future for many. Montgomery County honored her for her exceptional service and dedication, recognizing the countless hours and the boundless love she invested in each child she fostered. Emma’s story serves as an inspiration to others, showing that one person’s kindness and commitment can indeed change the world, one child at a time. 4．What motivated Emma to begin fostering children? A．Her own children’s school task. B．Her long wish to foster children. C．The demand of her community. D．Her witness to the children’s situation. 5．What did Emma provide for the fostered children? A．Only physical necessities. B．Help in developing hobbies. C．Material and spiritual support. D．Legal assistance for their cases. 6．What did Emma’s home mean to the fostered children? A．A promising future. B．A temporary shelter. C．Recognition of society. D．A guaranteed success. 7．Which of the following can best describe Emma? A．Generous and lonely. B．Responsible and committed. C．Wealthy and intelligent. D．Thoughtful and humorous. 15.（2025·浙江Z20名校联盟高三第一次联考）Growing up as a kid in the UK, I was fascinated by insects. Wanting to protect them, I started building houses for ants, using little pieces of wood and leaves. I then moved on to making little cups and saucers from silver foil (箔纸) for the magical creatures. When seeing my work, my mother told me that the smaller I made things, the bigger my name would become. As the years went by, my designs became more complicated. Making sculptures isn’t actually enjoyable. I sometimes work for 16 hours a day without breaks, and it takes me up to three months to finish a sculpture. I have to hold my breath during the sculpting process. One time, a fly landed on a Cinderella carriage sculpture I was working on. The fly’s wings blew it away, and it was lost. I was heartbroken. Another time, I accidentally breathed in a microscopic Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Alice is now in the Wonderland forever. But it did give me the chance to make an even better one the second time around. My sculptures have taken me to incredible places. In 2012, I met the queen, giving her a crown on the head of a pin. In 2013, I received my first Guinness World Record for creating the smallest sculpture by hand, a 24-carat gold motorbike that fitted inside a hair. In 2017, I beat my record with a sculpture of a human fetus (胎儿) that measured 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm. I was diagnosed with autism (自闭症) as an adult. In school, my teachers had pointed me out as an example of failure; now, I see my autism as a gift. It’s pushed me to be the best I can be. I hold workshops in schools for neurodiverse children, sharing my story and helping them create their own miniature figures. The microscopic world has always been my happy place. I’ve tried to make bigger sculptures, but small is best for me. We need to appreciate the little things in life. Small things can also be mighty, too. 24．What drove the author to make tiny sculpture at the beginning? A．His interest in insects. B．His desire to make a name. C．His dream of setting a record. D．His awareness of wildlife protection. 25．Which of the following can best describe the author’s sculpting process? A．Eventful and enjoyable. B．Complex and frustrating. C．Money-wasting but entertaining. D．Time-consuming but fulfilling. 26．How does the author deal with his autism now? A．He receives medical treatment. B．He takes full advantage of it. C．He regards it as the source of failure. D．He shares it and asks help from others. 27．What message does the author mainly convey through the text? A．Great art comes at a cost of loss. B．Childhood experiences sculpt a career. C．Minor things in life can carry weight. D．Hard work contributes to great achievements. 16.（2025·福建省福州第一中学高三质检）I was born with perfect hearing. When I was five, I started getting ear infections but my parents couldn’t afford the treatment. Over time, my hearing dropped to 20 percent, where it is today. There was always music on in my house in my childhood. I loved listening to Metallica, and Michael Jackson. My dad was a DJ, so he played all music. For my 18th birthday, my dad asked me to deejay at the restaurant he owned. I was hooked. I desired to learn more. I e-mailed DJ Shiftee, a distinguished New York City DJ, when I was 25: “I know you like a challenge. How about teaching a deaf person to deejay?” He wrote back the next day: “Challenge accepted.” He tutored me twice a week for two years, helping me develop correct technique. I practiced four hours a day. Now when I’m performing, muscle memory takes over. When I started, I wouldn’t tell the club managers that I was deaf. I would just show up, introduce myself, and start playing music. At the end of the night, someone would say, “Oh, here’s the check.” And I’d say, “What? Oh, I can’t hear.” They were always so astonished. Sometimes I would bring doctor’s notes because they wouldn’t believe me. It was reassurance that they were giving me opportunities to perform because I was brilliant, not out of sympathy. Eventually people started calling me “that deaf DJ,” and the name stuck. What fascinates me about deejaying is the creativity. I use software that turns the music into lines of color on a computer screen. I’m visually hearing the music. The next time you go dancing, cover your ears, and you’ll “see” the music. Music is not all about hearing. I go to elementary schools for the deaf and talk to them about motivation and believing in themselves. I tell them, “Just chase your dreams. I’m a deaf DJ, so why not?” 4．What inspired “my” passion for being a DJ? A．Hearing loss. B．Father’s influence. C．Music education. D．Teachers’ guidance. 5．Why did “I” keep my deafness private before the performance? A．To surprise the audience. B．To avoid discrimination. C．To keep the secret. D．To show off talent. 6．What does the underlined “stuck” in Para. 3 probably mean? A．Became established. B．Changed. C．Became ordinary. D．Faded. 7．Why do “I” love deejaying? A．It strengthens my confidence. B．It improves my hearing ability. C．It enhances my physical fitness. D．It wins me reputation and money. 17.（2025·广东省高三摸底联考） “I never could have imagined this is how my life could turn out,” says Melody Mnisi. “Now it’s my dream to introduce young people to nature and to inspire young African women like me to believe anything is possible.” Melody is a 23-year-old South African and has just qualified as a field guide. Despite growing up very close to Kruger National Park, a world-famous safari (游猎) destination, she never had the chance to see or enjoy its wildlife. “This was something for white people, not poor black people like me,” she says. “I always wondered what was on the other side of the fence.” But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course, learning how to use a camera and going on her first-ever game drive. “I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,” she says. “It is such an honor to be in nature.” WSO is the educational outreach arm of Wild Shots, a photography conference in Africa that ran for nine years prior to 2020. Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow. The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa. 4．What can we learn about Melody Mnisi? A．She helped set up WSO. B．She was born a photographer. C．She was grateful to be a field guide. D．She shared photos of wildlife online. 5．What has changed Melody’s life? A．WSO photography course. B．Her willingness to help others. C．Mike Kendrick’s encouragement. D．Her curiosity about the safari destination. 6．Which is among the reasons why WSO is held? A．To raise money. B．To prevent illegal hunting. C．To stop wildlife trade. D．To nurture wildlife protectors. 7．What might be talked about following the last paragraph? A．Comments from Melody. B．The promotion of WSO. C．Poor life of South Africans. D．The details of photographs taking, 18.（2025·广东省高三摸底联考） “I never could have imagined this is how my life could turn out,” says Melody Mnisi. “Now it’s my dream to introduce young people to nature and to inspire young African women like me to believe anything is possible.” Melody is a 23-year-old South African and has just qualified as a field guide. Despite growing up very close to Kruger National Park, a world-famous safari (游猎) destination, she never had the chance to see or enjoy its wildlife. “This was something for white people, not poor black people like me,” she says. “I always wondered what was on the other side of the fence.” But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course, learning how to use a camera and going on her first-ever game drive. “I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,” she says. “It is such an honor to be in nature.” WSO is the educational outreach arm of Wild Shots, a photography conference in Africa that ran for nine years prior to 2020. Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow. The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa. 4．What can we learn about Melody Mnisi? A．She helped set up WSO. B．She was born a photographer. C．She was grateful to be a field guide. D．She shared photos of wildlife online. 5．What has changed Melody’s life? A．WSO photography course. B．Her willingness to help others. C．Mike Kendrick’s encouragement. D．Her curiosity about the safari destination. 6．Which is among the reasons why WSO is held? A．To raise money. B．To prevent illegal hunting. C．To stop wildlife trade. D．To nurture wildlife protectors. 7．What might be talked about following the last paragraph? A．Comments from Melody. B．The promotion of WSO. C．Poor life of South Africans. D．The details of photographs taking, 19.（2025·广东省部分学校高三上学期8月大联考）I enjoyed being in nature. Visiting nearby natural places made me feel better when living alone in Rio de Janeiro. To find different communities that had unique relationships with nature, I moved to Manaus in the Amazon Rainforest to feel the energy of the forest and see the local people’s integration with the forest. I discovered we can have many relationships with nature that aren’t always detrimental to those places. They took care of the land and cultivated these gardens filled with fruits and nuts we loved eating without harming the forest. I think many people unaware of how the local communities have shaped a “completely” natural space. The Amazon Rainforest is not just created by natural processes. Doing research in the field could be a big challenge. We often went to really isolated places when doing field work in the Amazon Rainforest. We were aware that if anything happened to us, we could die. If a venomous snake were to bite you out there, you would be in a dangerous situation. We needed to manage those feelings while doing our work and collecting data. I worked on an article about how we could engage native knowledge in conservation science. We had held small meetings with five native researchers, talking about how they viewed the Amazon Rainforest and trying to understand how we could maintain the Amazon Rainforest in the future. These conversations led me to start reflecting on how we did science. I submitted our paper to two other scientific journals before it was accepted. At the time, I didn’t feel that the article was good enough to be published in a major scientific journal like Science. I tried other journals and was rejected immediately. My coauthors and supervisors said that we had nothing to lose by submitting it to Science. We tried again and they accepted it. That experience has showed me that we need to commit ourselves to what we think we should do. We cannot give up when it comes to science. We need determination. 4．What does the underlined word “detrimental” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Similar. B．Relevant. C．Harmful. D．Beneficial. 5．What impressed the author most about Manaus? A．The locals’ care for nature. B．The change of natural processes. C．The local communities’ relationships. D．The situation of the Amazon Rainforest. 6．Which of the following can best describe the author’s field work? A．Tiring. B．Risky. C．Costly. D．Demanding. 7．Why does the author mention the experience of submitting the paper? A．To reveal backgrounds. B．To establish credibility. C．To highlight challenges. D．To demonstrate resolve. 20.（2025·广东省佛山市H7联盟高三摸底联考）“I never could have imagined this is how my life could turn out,” says Melody Mnisi. “Now it’s my dream to introduce young people to nature and to inspire young African women like me to believe anything is possible.” Melody is a 23-year-old South African and has just qualified as a field guide. Despite growing up very close to Kruger National Park, a world-famous safari (游猎) destination, she never had the chance to see or enjoy its wildlife. “This was something for white people, not poor black people like me,” she says. “I always wondered what was on the other side of the fence.” But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course, learning how to use a camera and going on her first-ever game drive. “I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,” she says. “It is such an honor to be in nature.” WSO is the educational outreach arm of Wild Shots, a photography conference in Africa that ran for nine years prior to 2020. Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow. The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa. 4．What can we learn about Melody Mnisi? A．She helped set up WSO. B．She was born a photographer. C．She was grateful to be a field guide. D．She shared photos of wildlife online. 5．What has changed Melody’s life? A．WSO photography course. B．Her willingness to help others. C．Mike Kendrick’s encouragement. D．Her curiosity about the safari destination. 6．Which is among the reasons why WSO is held? A．To raise money. B．To prevent illegal hunting. C．To stop wildlife trade. D．To nurture wildlife protectors. 7．What might be talked about following the last paragraph? A．Comments from Melody. B．The promotion of WSO. C．Poor life of South Africans. D．The details of photographs taking, 21.（2025·广东省深圳市罗湖区高三上学期第一次摸底） Baking lover and her bakery with “silent” staffers Some people may open a bakery to turn their passion into a profession. Some open a bakery to realize their childhood dream. For Zheng Xiaoyan, founder of Silent Bread Tree, the main reason she chose to do so is less common. The idea to open a bakery emerged when Zheng learned from a silent friend in a baking course about the difficulties they face in job hunting. She began to wonder what she could do for them, until she got inspiration from the success of a bakery in Changsha, which is run by a German couple that hires silent people. “I decided that I would also open a bakery like theirs to help some silent people in need,” told Zheng. “And that’s why I named it ‘Silent Bread Tree’. Hopefully the jobs provided here can help the silent people feed themselves, just like bread trees feed people with their bread-like fruit,” Zheng added. The bakery has 16 employees, six of whom are hearing and speech-impaired. The principle here is to treat all staffs in the same way wherever possible, and avoid signs indicating which staff members are different. “When we asked whether to put the words ‘Pat me if you need help’ on the back of their uniform, our silent staffs said ‘No’. That was when I realized that they just don’t want others to know they’re different,” Zheng recalled. Although knowing what she could do for the silent community is very limited, Zheng said the efforts the silent staffs have made to keep the bakery running keep inspiring her to do even more. For every product sold, the bakery donates 0.01 yuan to help provide artificial cochlea implants (人工耳蜗) to the hearing and speech-impaired children in rural areas. “If hearing-impaired children could have artificial cochleae implants at an early age, their lives could be completely transformed. They would be able to live like people with no difficulties in hearing,” said Zheng. 4．Why did Zheng open the bakery? A．To offer the silent people jobs. B．To make her dream come true. C．To turn her hobby into a career. D．To learn from the German couple. 5．What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A．The story about the bread tree. B．The meaning of the bakery name. C．Zheng’s expectation of the future. D．Zheng’s satisfaction with her store. 6．What can we learn about the silent staffs from paragraph 4? A．They value equal treatment. B．They enjoy great social respect. C．They consider customers disturbing. D．They have poor communication skills. 7．Which word best describes Zheng? A．Confident. B．Optimistic. C．Broad-minded. D．Kind-hearted. 22.（2025·河北省衡水中学第一次综合素养测评）They talk about the straw that broke the camel’s back, but really it should be the password that wiped out my memory bank. I was going along fine with instant recall of my bank PIN, my mobile phone number and the date of my cousin’s birthday before I downloaded a gas station payment app for its new customer discount. It asked me to create a password. When I typed in “gas l”, it was rejected for not being complex enough. I tried again: “IHateHearlessOilCompanies@”.But that was too long and didn’t include “at least one number”. But here is the thing: as soon as I added the fresh password into my memory, I instantly forgot all the others. My brain had hit its limit for passwords. I now know nothing. I had entered some passwords in a notebook. Of course, I didn’t write down the actual passwords, in case it fell into the wrong hands. Instead, I masked them in a way that only a family member could figure them out. For example, I combined my bank PIN with our postal code, then added it to a list of phone numbers. It would fool even Albert Einstein. Maybe we need a system like the one we use to remember people’s names. You know, you form an association between a person’s characteristics and their name by whispering “Skinny George. Skinny George” in heart after meeting them. The risk is that, upon seeing him, you’ll burst out the phrase. “Skinny George” might not mind, but it’s possible “Boring Betty” will. As for remembering passwords as you change them, you could simply use the first and last letters of your favorite singer’s greatest hits, together with the year of their release. Maybe I’ll try that one out, but only after describing the system in the notebook. Then I’ll hide it in a place so secret that I’ll never remember where it is. 4．What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs? A．He fell for a marketing trick. B．He was driven mad by passwords. C．He had a serious memory disorder. D．He was rejected by the gas station. 5．By mentioning Albert Einstein in paragraph 3, the author intends to _____. A．promote a more scientific password system B．challenge the intelligence of scientists C．prove the uselessness of his passwords D．show how secure his passwords were 6．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To encourage readers to use password notebooks. B．To recommend a password- remembering method. C．To complain about the trouble caused by passwords. D．To emphasize the importance of using complex passwords. 7．What is the tone of the text? A．Humorous. B．Indifferent. C．Serious. D．Dismissive. 23.（2025·河南省洛阳市第一高级中学高三开学考试）It felt as if we had been climbing for hours. I stopped to catch my breath as a wave of dizziness swept over me in the thin mountain air. I was on an amazing trip with my family to experience the festival of Qoyllur Riti, which takes place at 4,300 meters high in the southern Andes of Peru. As I looked back down the trail we had climbed, and up towards where we had to go, the colorful sight struck me a lot. Entire families wearing local costumes were travelling to this unique festival from all over Peru. Among them were old men, mothers with small babies and children all following the same route. Many of them had horses and donkeys carry their food, blankets, cooking pots and tents. Others had made their way on foot through the mountains for days to attend this remarkable event. We continued climbing upward for another hour and a half before reaching the Sinakara Valley. Right across this flat piece of ground people were putting up shelters and tents to protect themselves from the freezing mist and rain. It was clear, however, from the sound of the drums and singing rising from the campsite that the weather was not going to weaken the festival spirit. The air of excitement, even from our place more than a mile away, was palpable. After dinner, we went to bed fully clothed inside our sleeping bags. We were up early the next morning, the main day of the festival, despite having slept badly on the frozen ground. The ukukus, men wearing black masks and costumes, had left the campsite in the early hours to climb the nearest mountain by the light of the full moon. From time to time during the procession, they stopped to dance on the glaciers, believing this would bring luck to their villages for the year to come. In the dawn light, we watched them winding their way back down like a large black snake. As they descended, they were joined by groups of dancers in bright traditional costumes. They performed wherever there was space. Although there did not seem to be anyone organizing them or any timetable, the whole festival had become a huge harmonious celebration. 4．What do we know about family’s climb up and down the trail? A．They were too tired to enjoy the sight. B．They regretted extremely taking the trip. C．They were fascinated by the scenes there. D．They were greeted warmly by local people. 5．The underlined word in Paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______. A．suitable B．endurable C．noticeable D．understandable 6．What can be inferred from the festival participants? A．They were all dressed in plain clothes. B．They were determined to reach the festival. C．They only continued their journey during daylight hours. D．They performed dances to demonstrate their traditional costumes. 7．Where is this text most likely from? A．A health report. B．A sports newspaper. C．A fashion forum. D．A culture magazine. 24.（2025·湖北省腾云联盟高三上学期8月联考）It was very late and everyone had left the café except an old man who sat in the shadow the leaves of the tree made against the electric light. In the day time the street was dusty, but at night the dew settled the dust and the old man liked to sit late because he was deaf and now at night it was quiet and he felt the difference. The two waiters inside the café knew that the old man was a little drunk, and while he was a good client they knew that if he became too drunk he would leave without paying, so they kept watch on him. “Last week he tried to commit suicide,” one waiter said. “Why?” “He was in despair.” “What about?” “Nothing.” “How do you know it was nothing?” “He has plenty of money.” They sat together at a table that was close against the wall near the door of the café and looked at the terrace (露台) where the tables were all empty except where the old man sat in the shadow of the leaves of the tree that moved slightly in the wind. “The guard will pick him up,” one waiter said. “What does it matter if he gets what he’s after?” “He had better get off the street now. The guard will get him. They went by five minutes ago.” The old man sitting in the shadow tapped his saucer with his glass. The younger waiter went over to him. “What do you want?” The old man looked at him. “Another brandy,” he said. “You’ll be drunk,” the waiter said. The old man looked at him. The waiter went away. “He’ll stay all night,” he said to his colleague. “I’m sleepy now. I never get into bed before three o’clock. He should have killed himself last week.” The younger waiter took the brandy bottle and marched out to the old man’s table. “You should have killed yourself last week,” he said to the deaf man. The old man motioned with his finger. “A little more,” he said. The waiter poured on into the glass. “Thank you,” the old man said. The waiter took the bottle back inside the café. He sat down at the table with his colleague again. 4．What happened to the old man? A．He was in poverty and despair. B．He was caught in alcohol problem. C．He had lost hope and attempted suicide. D．He was abandoned by his family. 5．Why did the younger waiter want to close the café early? A．He wanted to sleep. B．He had an appointment. C．He didn’t like the old man. D．He thought the old man is drunk. 6．What is the younger waiter’s attitude towards the old man? A．Sympathetic. B．Impatient. C．Respectful. D．Moderate. 7．The writing style in this story is characterized by ________. A．complex and ambiguous plots B．spare and economical language C．vivid and detailed dialogue D．frequent use of similes 25.（2025·湖北省腾云联盟高三上学期8月联考）It was very late and everyone had left the café except an old man who sat in the shadow the leaves of the tree made against the electric light. In the day time the street was dusty, but at night the dew settled the dust and the old man liked to sit late because he was deaf and now at night it was quiet and he felt the difference. The two waiters inside the café knew that the old man was a little drunk, and while he was a good client they knew that if he became too drunk he would leave without paying, so they kept watch on him. “Last week he tried to commit suicide,” one waiter said. “Why?” “He was in despair.” “What about?” “Nothing.” “How do you know it was nothing?” “He has plenty of money.” They sat together at a table that was close against the wall near the door of the café and looked at the terrace (露台) where the tables were all empty except where the old man sat in the shadow of the leaves of the tree that moved slightly in the wind. “The guard will pick him up,” one waiter said. “What does it matter if he gets what he’s after?” “He had better get off the street now. The guard will get him. They went by five minutes ago.” The old man sitting in the shadow tapped his saucer with his glass. The younger waiter went over to him. “What do you want?” The old man looked at him. “Another brandy,” he said. “You’ll be drunk,” the waiter said. The old man looked at him. The waiter went away. “He’ll stay all night,” he said to his colleague. “I’m sleepy now. I never get into bed before three o’clock. He should have killed himself last week.” The younger waiter took the brandy bottle and marched out to the old man’s table. “You should have killed yourself last week,” he said to the deaf man. The old man motioned with his finger. “A little more,” he said. The waiter poured on into the glass. “Thank you,” the old man said. The waiter took the bottle back inside the café. He sat down at the table with his colleague again. 4．What happened to the old man? A．He was in poverty and despair. B．He was caught in alcohol problem. C．He had lost hope and attempted suicide. D．He was abandoned by his family. 5．Why did the younger waiter want to close the café early? A．He wanted to sleep. B．He had an appointment. C．He didn’t like the old man. D．He thought the old man is drunk. 6．What is the younger waiter’s attitude towards the old man? A．Sympathetic. B．Impatient. C．Respectful. D．Moderate. 7．The writing style in this story is characterized by ________. A．complex and ambiguous plots B．spare and economical language C．vivid and detailed dialogue D．frequent use of similes 26.（2025·辽宁省沈阳市郊联体高三开学） I took a trip to visit New York with my dad after graduating from high school. One of the places on his list for us to visit was a “rare violin shop”. We made our way down the crowded streets and stopped in front of a tall building. This building was not what I had pictured. I’d been imagining a street-level shop, open to the public, with some interesting and older violins on display. As we walked inside, we were greeted by a receptionist who asked if we had an appointment, since they were by appointment only. I wanted the ground to swallow me whole and decided to give up the visit. However, my dad eagerly told her, “No, we didn’t but, my daughter plays the violin with her high school orchestra. And we would love to just pop inside and browse! Don’t mind us!” The receptionist gave him an odd look but excused herself to talk to a well-dressed man, who told us that since he had no other appointments right now, he would love to give us a tour. The starting price for a violin here, we found out, was 10 thousand dollars. He showed us around a very private-feeling and swanky-looking condo (奢华的工作间) , pointing out a room where he casually mentioned he would chat with Joshua Bell when he came by. My jaw was on the floor the entire time. At the end, the man picked up a Stradivarius and asked me to play a string while he held it. And he triumphantly said, “There! Now you’ve played a Stradivarius.” I don’t remember the man’s name, but meeting him is a real stroke of luck for me and I’m grateful that he decided to show a no-appointment, non-customer visitor around. His warm behavior helped inspire me to continue pursuing my instrument after high school! 4．What kind of violin shop had the author expected to visit? A．Tall and magnificent. B．Mysterious and odd. C．Popular and fascinating. D．High-end and professional. 5．How did the author feel after being greeted by a receptionist? A．Proud. B．Embarrassed. C．Guilty. D．Depressed. 6．According to Paragraph 4, what might Joshua Bell be? A．A receptionist. B．A celebrity. C．A salesman. D．A shopkeeper. 7．What can be concluded from the passage? A．The shop overprices its customers. B．Stradivarius is a mass-market brand. C．The author enjoys her visit to the shop. D．The well-dressed man is a great violinist. ( 58 )原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 2025年新高考优秀英语模拟试题优选分类汇编 阅读理解之人物故事 分类标准（新素材） 人物故事类记叙文经常出现在英语试题中的B篇，难度适中。本资料选取了全国模拟试题中的人物故事素材进行了汇编，以满足广大师生的需求。 1.（2025·甘青宁三省多校高三九月联考） In a village in Senegal, dozens of teenagers in colorful shorts are throwing each other to the ground against a backdrop of palm trees. It’s a common sight across Senegal. But in most of the country, wrestling remains off-limits for women. There is one exception. In the Casamance region, home to the Jola ethnic group, women traditionally wrestle alongside men. At a recent training session in Mlomp, most teenagers on the sandy ground were girls. “It’s in our blood,” said coach Isabelle Sambou, 43, a two-time Olympian and nine-time African wrestling champion. “In my village, girls wrestle. My mum was a wrestler and my aunts were wrestlers.” But once Jola women marry, they are expected to stop practicing and devote themselves to family life, which is regarded as the main duty of Senegalese women. That hasn’t been the case for Sambou, who, despite her humble behavior and small size, displays strength and determination. She overcame barriers to become a professional athlete. As a teenager, Sambo u was noticed by a professional wrestling coach at a competition during the annual Festival of the King of Oussouye, one of the few events accessible to women. The coach suggested that she try Olympic wrestling. Wrestling brought Sambou to the Olympic Games in London and Rio de Janeiro, where she placed outside the medal contenders (争夺者). But being a successful professional female athlete in a conservative society comes with a price. Sambou recalled her experiences in parts of Senegal beyond her home region and said, “When I walked around in shorts, people were saying, ‘Look, is it a woman or is it a boy?’” In 2016, facing her mid-30s, Sambou decided to retire and move back to her village. “I thought it was time to think of something else, maybe finding a job or starting a family,” she said. “But that hasn’t happened so far.” Instead, she is focused on finding “future Isabelles”. She hopes the girls she coaches can achieve her dream of winning an Olympic medal. 24．What does the text say about wrestling in Senegal? A．It’s a male-dominated sport. B．It’s only teenager-targeted. C．It requires strict formal training. D．It remains illegal for women. 25．What happened to Sambou’s mother after she got married? A．She gave up wrestling. B．She tried Olympic wrestling. C．She became a wrestling coach. D．She started practicing wrestling. 26．What is a barrier facing Sambou as a wrestler? A．Having no access to training. B．Being opposed by her family. C．Having no competitions to enter. D．Being laughed at for her gender. 27．What is Sambou’s current dream? A．To devote herself to her kids. B．To win medals as a wrestler. C．To find a job outside her village. D．To coach future Olympic medalists. 【答案】24．A 25．A 26．D 27．D 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。在塞内加尔这个国家，摔跤是一项男性主导的运动。幸运的是， Isabelle Sambou所在的村子支持女性摔跤，她也在自己的摔跤事业上不断奋进。 24．细节理解题。由文章第一段中“But in most of the country, wrestling remains off-limits for women. (但在这个国家的大部分地区，摔跤仍然是女性的禁区。)”可知，在塞内加尔的大部分地区，摔跤仍然是女性的禁区，即摔跤是一项男性主导的运动。故选A。 25．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“But once Jola women marry, they are expected to stop practicing and devote themselves to family life, which is regarded as the main duty of Senegalese women. (但是，一旦乔拉妇女结婚，她们就应该停止练习，全身心地投入到家庭生活中，这被视为塞内加尔妇女的主要职责。)”可以推断，Sambou的母亲结婚后放弃了摔跤，选择了家庭生活。故选A。 26．细节理解题。根据文章第七段“But being a successful professional female athlete in a conservative society comes with a price. Sambou recalled her experiences in parts of Senegal beyond her home region and said, “When I walked around in shorts, people were saying, ‘Look, is it a woman or is it a boy?’” (但在一个保守的社会里，成为一名成功的职业女运动员是要付出代价的。Sambou回忆起她在家乡以外的塞内加尔部分地区的经历，她说:“当我穿着短裤四处走动时，人们说，‘看，这是一个女人还是一个男孩？’”)”可知，Sambou作为女性摔跤手面临的障碍是因为她的性别而被嘲笑。故选D。 27．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Instead, she is focused on finding ‘future Isabelles’. She hopes the girls she coaches can achieve her dream of winning an Olympic medal. (相反，她专注于寻找“未来的伊莎贝尔”。她希望她训练的姑娘们能实现她赢得奥运会奖牌的梦想。)”可知，Sambou现在的梦想是培养未来的奥运会奖牌获得者。故选D。 2.（2025·山东省实验中学高三上学期一诊） At the age of 16, I lived with my parents at an institute 18 miles from Durba n with no neighbors around. One day my father needed a ride to town for a conference. Meanwhile, my mother gave a list of groceries and my father asked me to take care of several pending chores, such as getting the car serviced. When I dropped my father off that morning, he said, “I will meet you here at 5: 00 p. m., and we will go home together. ” After hurriedly completing my chores, I went straight to the nearest movie theater. I got so engrossed that I forgot the time. By the time I ran to the garage and got the car and hurried to where my father was waiting for me, it was almost 6: 00 p. m. He anxiously asked me, “Why were you late?” I was so ashamed of telling him I was watching a movie that I said, “The car wasn’t ready, so I had to wait,” not realizing that he had already called the garage. When he caught me in the lie, he said, “There’s something wrong in the way I brought you up that didn’t give you the confidence to tell me the truth. In order to figure out where I went wrong with you, I’m going to walk home 18 miles and think about it.” So, dressed in his suit and dress shoes, he began to walk home in the dark on mostly unpaved, unlit roads. I couldn’t leave him, so for five-and-a-half hours I drove behind him, watching my father go through this agony for a stupid lie that I uttered. I decided then and there that I was never going to lie again. I often think about that episode and wonder, if he had punished me the way we punish our children, whether I would have learned a lesson at all. I don’t think so. I would have suffered the punishment and gone on doing the same thing. But this single action was so powerful that it is still as if it happened yesterday. 24．Why did the author drive to the town? A．To watch a hit movie. B．To buy some groceries. C．To give his father a lift. D．To get the car serviced. 25．What did the father decide to do after finding the author lying? A．Reflect on his parenting. B．Blame the author severely. C．Ignore the author’s behavior. D．Punish the author immediately. 26．How did the author feel when he drove behind his father? A．Relieved. B．Annoyed. C．Intolerable. D．Regretful. 27．What can we learn from the text? A．You don’t have to choose a day to lie. B．It’s better to lie than to admit a mistake. C．Do not do to others what you don’t like to do. D．Non-violence is powerful in teaching a lesson. 【答案】24．C 25．A 26．D 27．D 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者送父亲去镇上开会，结果作者看电影忘记了去接父亲的时间，见到父亲后作者选择了撒谎。父亲发现作者说谎，于是选择自己步行回家来惩罚作者。 24．细节理解题。根据第一段“One day my father needed a ride to town for a conference.(一天，我父亲需要搭车进城参加一个会议)”可知，作者开车去镇上是为了送他父亲一程。故选C。 25．细节理解题。根据第二段“When he caught me in the lie, he said, “There’s something wrong in the way I brought you up that didn’t give you the confidence to tell me the truth. In order to figure out where I went wrong with you, I’m going to walk home 18 miles and think about it.”(当他发现我在说谎时，他说：“我教育你的方式有问题，没有给你告诉我真相的信心。为了弄清楚我对你哪里错了，我要走18英里回家好好想想。”)”可知，父亲发现作者说谎后决定反思他的教育方式。故选A。 26．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“I couldn’t leave him, so for five-and-a-half hours I drove behind him, watching my father go through this agony for a stupid lie that I uttered. (我不能丢下他，所以我跟在他后面开了五个半小时的车，看着父亲为我说的一个愚蠢的谎言而痛苦不堪)”可知，当作者开车跟在他父亲后面时，作者感到后悔。故选D。 27．推理判断题。根据最后一段“I decided then and there that I was never going to lie again. I often think about that episode and wonder, if he had punished me the way we punish our children, whether I would have learned a lesson at all. I don’t think so. I would have suffered the punishment and gone on doing the same thing. But this single action was so powerful that it is still as if it happened yesterday.(我当时就决定再也不说谎了。我经常想起那件事，想知道，如果他像我们惩罚孩子那样惩罚我，我是否会得到教训。我不这么想。我会受到惩罚，继续做同样的事情。但这个单一的动作如此强大，以至于它仍然像是昨天发生的一样)”结合文章主要讲述了作者送父亲去镇上开会，结果作者看电影忘记了去接父亲的时间，见到父亲后作者选择了撒谎。父亲发现作者说谎，于是选择自己步行回家来惩罚作者。可知，文章告诉我们非暴力在教学上很有力量的。故选D。 3.（2025·重庆巴蜀中学高考适应性月考卷（二））When she was young, Sylvia Colt- Lacayo noticed she was particularly fascinated with on- screen stories. Media offered an escape when life was hard. Watching Glee, she was thrilled to see a character who used a wheelchair like her — until she learned the role was played by an actor who was not disabled. “I remember feeling so heartbroken and betrayed (背叛), for no reason other than the fact that I felt seen for once as a 10- year- old watching Glee, and the power of that,” says Colt- Lacayo. Now, Colt- Lacayo is graduating from Stanford with a degree in film and media studies and is heading to Hollywood with a passion for increasing disability representation and diversity in general. “Representation matters, and I also think that diverse storytelling is what is most compelling (令人信服的),” she said. Representation shaped Colt- Lacayo’s path to Stanford. As a disabled Latina girl, she struggled to imagine going to college, in part because she never saw adult wheelchair users in the media. In high school, she met- another Stanford student who was also a wheelchair user at a conference. Suddenly, a new story felt possible. When she arrived at Stanford, Colt- Lacayo knew she was often the first visibly disabled student her professors and peers had interacted with. Her parents had taught her to advocate for herself, and while she doesn’t claim the label “activist”, she asks for what she needs. “Yes, there’s something that is in my DNA that makes my body different from other people’s. But really, what makes me disabled is that people treat me differently, and I do not have equal access to resources,” she said. She brought this perspective to her Stanford experience. For her senior thesis (论文), she wrote a screenplay examining how growing up with a disability impacts one’s relationship with oneself and one’s understanding of the world. Colt- Lacayo aims to become an agent for screenwriters and film direętors. She hopes that sharing her story gives others the example she wished for when she was young. 24．How did Colt- Lacayo initially feel while watching Glee? A．Overjoyed and inspired. B．Honored and confident. C．Heartbroken and betrayed. D．Sorrowful and sympathetic. 25．What helped Colt- Lacayo picture herself going to college? A．Her keen interest in films and media. B．Diverse stories she heard about disability. C．An example of a disabled Stanford student. D．A passion for increasing disability representation. 26．What insight did Colt- Lacayo gain about living with a disability? A．It naturally leads one to grow into a social activist. B．It mainly involves overcoming physical limitations. C．It offers special advantages for accessing resources. D．It influences one’s outlook on the world and oneself. 27．What is the best title of the text? A．Telling Stories That Matter B．Speaking up for Equality C．Struggling to Enter Stanford D．Conquering Physical Challenges 【答案】24．A 25．C 26．D 27．A 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。本文讲述了Sylvia Colt-Lacayo这位身患残疾的拉丁裔女孩，如何因为媒体中的代表性缺失而感到被忽视，并在高中时遇到了一位使用轮椅的斯坦福学生，这使她意识到自己也可以拥有不同的生活故事。 24．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Watching Glee, she was thrilled to see a character who used a wheelchair like her —— until she learned the role was played by an actor who was not disabled.( 她看了《欢乐合唱团》后非常激动，因为剧中有一个像她一样使用轮椅的角色，直到她发现这个角色是由一个没有残疾的演员扮演的。)”以及““I remember feeling so heartbroken and betrayed (背叛), for no reason other than the fact that I felt seen for once as a 10- year- old watching Glee, and the power of that,” says Colt- Lacayo. (Colt- Lacayo说：‘记得我感到心碎和被背叛，没有别的原因，只是因为我觉得自己像一个10岁的孩子一样看了《欢乐合唱团》，那是一种力量。’)”可知，当Colt-Lacayo看到电视剧《欢乐合唱团》中有一个使用轮椅的角色时，她感到非常高兴和受到启发。直到她了解到这个角色是由一位没有残疾的演员扮演的，她才感到心碎和背叛。因此，她最初看《欢乐合唱团》时的感受是高兴和受到启发。故选A。 25．细节理解题。根据第四段“In high school, she met- another Stanford student who was also a wheelchair user at a conference. Suddenly, a new story felt possible.( 高中时，她在一次会议上遇到了另一位斯坦福大学的学生，他也是轮椅使用者。突然间，一个新的故事似乎成为可能。)”可知，Colt-Lacayo在高中时遇到了一个同样是轮椅用户的斯坦福学生，这让她觉得上大学的可能性变得更加可能。因此，是这位残疾的斯坦福学生给她提供了上大学的可能性，帮助她想象自己也能上大学。故选C。 26．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“She brought this perspective to her Stanford experience. For her senior thesis (论文), she wrote a screenplay examining how growing up with a disability impacts one’s relationship with oneself and one’s understanding of the world.(她把这种观点带到了她在斯坦福的经历中。在她的毕业论文中，她写了一个剧本，研究残疾的成长如何影响一个人与自己的关系以及一个人对世界的理解。)”可知，Colt-Lacayo在她的毕业论文中写了一个剧本，探讨了成长过程中残疾如何影响一个人对自己和世界的认知。因此，她得出的见解是残疾会影响一个人对自己和世界的看法。故选D。 27．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是根据第三段“Now, Colt- Lacayo is graduating from Stanford with a degree in film and media studies and is heading to Hollywood with a passion for increasing disability representation and diversity in general. “Representation matters, and I also think that diverse storytelling is what is most compelling (令人信服的),” she said.(现在，Colt- Lacayo即将从斯坦福大学毕业，获得电影和媒体研究学位，并怀着增加残疾人代表性和多样性的热情前往好莱坞。她说：‘表现很重要，我也认为多样化的叙事方式是最令人信服的。’)”可知，本文讲述了这位身患残疾的女孩Sylvia Colt-Lacayo因为媒体中的代表性缺失而感到被忽视，在高中时遇到了一位使用轮椅的斯坦福学生让她意识到自己也可以拥有不同的生活故事，她并以自己的经历为基础，撰写了关于残疾对个人与世界观影响的毕业论文。Colt-Lacayo希望将来能成为编剧和导演的经纪人，并通过分享自己的故事，为其他年轻人提供她年轻时所渴望的榜样。她认为代表性和多样性的故事很重要，因此最适合作为文章标题的是A选项“Telling Stories That Matter(讲述重要的故事)”。故选A。 4.（2025·全国名校协作体高三上学期10月联考）For 15 years I read the books, took the courses and downloaded the apps to try to become a better person. Nevertheless, none of it helped. I was in my mid-20s when I fell into one of the most toxic relationships of my life. I remember buying my first self-help book, which promised I could be healed of anything. I devoured it in days and was hooked. Over the next 15 years, I bought hundreds of self-help books, courses and apps, and tracked down every self-styled personal improvement expert in the hope that they could teach me how to become happier, more confident and more lovable. Growing up in an environment of addiction and domestic conflict made me vulnerable to the industry’s promises of self-improvement. I believed self-help authors could be the instructors I had never found. My dependency became strong after my father died in 2022. I managed to spend an enormous amount of time reading about how to grieve well instead of doing the right things:sitting with my feelings, allowing myself to cry and processing the loss. My obsession (痴迷) with self-help had become toxic, and something had to give. It started to dawn on me that instead of helping me, the advice was making me feel worse. I talked with a loved one and recognized that in trying to change my life, I was trying to change things that were out of my control. Instead of focusing on who I wanted to become, I had to quit self-help to learn and accept who I really was. Spending time alone, often walking, and listening to my thoughts without trying to silence or change them helped. Since I quit my self-help cane, I’ve realized that focusing all my energy on improving myself can really suck the joy out of life. It makes happiness conditional:only when I look that way can I be loved. It can also stop me from unconditionally accepting my imperfectly perfect self. After a long time, I am finally coming round to the idea that perhaps I never needed fixing at all. 24．Why did the author become obsessed with self-help materials? A．To escape from her family. B．To overcome personal failures. C．To look for a way to kill time. D．To find guides to better herself. 25．What can we learn about the author from Para. 4? A．She often quarreled with her siblings in childhood. B．She became stronger after her father passed away. C．Her upbringing environment greatly influenced her. D．Her long time of reading helped her out of feeling bad. 26．What caused the author to quit her obsession? A．The death of her father. B．A conversation with a loved one. C．The suggestion from an instructor. D．An app on self-improvement. 27．What does the author want to convey in the text? A．Embracing the true self. B．Focusing on the strengths. C．Seeking professional advice. D．Cultivating the positive thinking. 【答案】24．D 25．C 26．B 27．A 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。短文叙述了作者从痴迷于自助书籍到逐渐接受自己而放弃自助书籍的过程。 24．细节理解题。根据第三段“Over the next 15 years, I bought hundreds of self-help books, courses and apps, and tracked down every self-styled personal improvement expert in the hope that they could teach me how to become happier, more confident and more lovable.”（在接下来的15年里，我买了数百本自助书籍、课程和应用程序，并追踪了每一位自称为个人进步专家的人，希望他们能教我如何变得更快乐、更自信、更可爱。）可知，作者热衷于自助材料是为了寻找能让自己变得更好的指导，故选D。 25．推理判断题。根据第四段“Growing up in an environment of addiction and domestic conflict made me vulnerable to the industry’s promises of self-improvement.”（在成瘾和家庭冲突的环境中长大，让我很容易受到行业自我提升承诺的影响。）可知，作者的成长环境对她影响极大。故选C。 26．细节理解题。根据第六段“I talked with a loved one and recognized that in trying to change my life, I was trying to change things that were out of my control.”（我和我爱的人交谈，认识到在试图改变我的生活时，我是在试图改变那些我无法控制的事情。）可知，一位亲人的交流让她意识到自己的问题所在，进而放弃了对自助的痴迷，故选B。 27．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Instead of focusing on who I wanted to become, I had to quit self-help to learn and accept who I really was.”（我没有专注于我想成为什么样的人，我不得不放弃自助，去学习和接受真正的我）和最后一段“After a long time, I am finally coming round to the idea that perhaps I never needed fixing at all.”（过了很长一段时间，我终于意识到，也许我根本不需要改变）可以看出，作者想传达的思想是接纳真实的自我，故选A。 5.（2025·安徽省皖豫名校联盟高三十月联考） In a small coastal community in Ecuador known as La Isla, I was handing out clothes and toys to children standing in a long line in their schoolyard. They had gathered there that morning, likely wearing the only clothes they owned. They were quiet and polite, eyes bright with excitement. Watching this, my mind flashed back to a day I would never forget. I was five years old that Christmas Eve in 1988, growing up in Ecuador, with my parents and elder sister. My father came into my bedroom and gave me a plastic cowboy. I’d never owned a real toy of any kind. My family didn’t have much. My mom stayed home, caring for my sister and me. My dad drove a food delivery truck and was on the road for days at a time. “I hope you like your toy,” my father said, kneeling down and holding me close. I felt the warmth of his body, as if in giving me this to y he was also giving me a part of himself. Even at age five, I knew that had been a gift. By sixth grade our family moved to the US, and life got easier. I excelled in high school. Every good grade was a thank-you to my parents for all they’d done for me. I went on to college, and after graduation, with my degree in hand, I became a pharmacist (药剂师). I was finally able to buy nice gifts for my family, but I could never give in equal measure the love I’d felt from that unexpected gift I’d received as a little boy. I wished every child could know that feeling. Two years into my career, I made my first trip to La Isla. Two years later, I returned with my nonprofit organization called Toys for Ecuador. My parents, sister and I traveled to towns across rural Ecuador with Christmas presents for children and gift baskets for seniors. It was a journey that not only fulfilled a childhood wish to share that special feeling of love and generosity, but also reaffirmed (重申) my commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. 24. What reminded the author of his childhood story? A. The scene of children’s receiving gifts. B. The Christmas celebration. C. The children’s happy school life. D. The preparation of Christmas gifts. 25. Which words can best describe the author’s father? A. Grateful and generous. B. Outgoing and romantic. C. Ambitious and passionate. D. Hardworking and caring. 26. How did the author repay his parents? A. By satisfying their wish to make him a pharmacist. B. By improving his academic achievements. C. By buying them some unexpected gifts. D. By setting up a nonprofit organization. 27. What can be the best title for the text? A. Toys for Ecuador Gave Children Christmas Gifts B. Father’s Gift Pushed a Boy to Succeed Academically C. Father’s Love Never Left Boyhood Memories Behind D. A Plastic Cowboy Inspired Toys for Ecuador 【答案】24. A 25. D 26. B 27. D 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者的家庭并不富裕，但是父亲送了作者一个塑料牛仔，作者长大后去厄瓜多尔旅行，给当地的孩子送去了玩具。 24. A细节理解题。根据第一段“In a small coastal community in Ecuador known as La Isla, I was handing out clothes and toys to children standing in a long line in their schoolyard. They had gathered there that morning, likely wearing the only clothes they owned. They were quiet and polite, eyes bright with excitement. Watching this, my mind flashed back to a day I would never forget.(在厄瓜多尔一个名为La Isla的沿海小社区，我正在向在校园里排着长队的孩子们分发衣服和玩具。那天早上，他们聚集在那里，可能穿着他们唯一的衣服。他们安静而有礼貌，眼睛里闪烁着兴奋的光芒。看着这一幕，我的脑海里闪回了我永远不会忘记的一天。)”可知，作者看着这一幕，脑海里闪回了我永远不会忘记的一天，由此可知，孩子们收礼物的场景使作者想起了他童年的故事。故选A。 25. D推理判断题。根据第二段“My dad drove a food delivery truck and was on the road for days at a time.(我爸爸开着一辆送餐车，每次都在路上跑好几天)”以及第三段““I hope you like your toy,” my father said, kneeling down and holding me close.(“我希望你喜欢你的玩具，”父亲说着，跪下来紧紧地抱着我)”可知，作者的父亲工作努力，关心孩子。故选D。 26. B细节理解题。根据第四段“I excelled in high school. Every good grade was a thank-you to my parents for all they’d done for me.(我在高中很优秀。每一个好成绩都是对父母为我所做的一切的感谢。)”可知，作者通过提高他的学业成绩报答他的父母。故选B。 27. D主旨大意题。根据第二段“My father came into my bedroom and gave me a plastic cowboy.(我爸爸走进我的卧室，给了我一个塑料牛仔)”以及倒数第二段“My parents, sister and I traveled to towns across rural Ecuador with Christmas presents for children and gift baskets for seniors.(我的父母、妹妹和我带着给孩子们的圣诞礼物和给老年人的礼品篮走遍了厄瓜多尔农村的各个城镇。)”结合文章介绍的作者的家庭并不富裕，但是父亲送了作者一个塑料牛仔，作者长大后去厄瓜多尔旅行，给当地的孩子送去了玩具。可知，D选项“以塑料牛仔为灵感的厄瓜多尔玩具”最符合文章标题。故选D。 6.（2025·广东省汕尾市四校联考高三上学期10月考） Africa- bound! And only seven hours left of a 19- hour flight before I would arrive in South Africa for my third volunteer trip in three years. But this time it was different. I’d be there alone for a whole year, without friends or family. Plus, I had one challenge other volunteers fighting AIDS in Africa didn’t have — I was in a wheelchair. At eight years old, I was paralyzed (瘫痪的) from the waist down in a car accident. I spent months in a hospital, learning how to use a wheelchair, how to get up from the floor and how to dress myself. Basically how to live my life as independently as possible. After graduation from college, I made a year- long commitment to Lily of the Valley Children’s Village, outside Mophela, South Africa, where 90 percent of the children are infected with HIV. I would see to the kids’ medical needs and teach math and English. Those first few weeks were hard, harder than anything I had done before. I forced myself to keep trying. I needed to prove myself. But how could I tell if I was doing any good? One night, a big storm hit. I rolled out of my cottage the next morning and my chair lurched (突然倾斜), the wheels sinking into mud. I grasped the wheels tight and pushed hard. The chair wouldn’t move. All of my worst worries seemed to be coming true. I was stuck, hopelessly stuck. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw children running toward me. Two of the oldest grabbed the handlebars and the others pushed me forward. The wheels came free. The kids shouted with delight. When I said “Thank you!”, they laughed, “You help us. We help you.” That echoed in my ears all day. The next morning, the kids were waiting to push me through the mud to homework club. And the day after that, it became our little routine. The more they helped me, the easier it got to help them. The kids and I bonded. I wasn’t alone during my year in Africa. Not at all. I had reached out to the people I was assisting, and they, in turn, became my support. I was aware, more than ever, that anyone, even in a wheelchair, can make a difference. 4. What was the author’s unique challenge during this volunteer experience? A. Overcoming physical limitations. B. Adapting to a new cultural environment. C. Managing a long- term solo commitment. D. Dealing with the harsh weather conditions. 5. How did the author feel in the first few weeks in South Africa? A. Disappointed and wanting to give up. B. Satisfied with the progress made. C. Uncertain about the effectiveness of his help. D. Frustrated by the children’s lack of cooperation. 6. What was the turning point in the author’s relationship with the children? A. The children’s voluntary assistance. B. The author’s initial arrival in the village. C. The author’s first teaching session. D. The author’s struggle with the wheelchair. 7. What is the main idea of the passage? A. The struggle of adapting to a new environment. B. The transformative power of mutual support. C. The challenges of living with a physical disability. D. The impact of education on underprivileged children. 【答案】4. A 5. C 6. A 7. B 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述的是作者虽然身有残疾，需要坐轮椅，但是在南非的志愿服务中通过与孩子们的互助，实现了自我价值并深刻体会到了人与人之间相互支持的力量。 4. A细节理解题。根据第一段“Plus, I had one challenge other volunteers fighting AIDS in Africa didn’t have — I was in a wheelchair. (此外，我还有一个其他在非洲抗击艾滋病的志愿者没有的挑战——我坐在轮椅上)”可知，作者在南非的志愿者经历中，特殊的挑战是他的身体残疾，这与其他人相比是一个额外的障碍。故选A。 5. C推理判断题。根据第四段“Those first few weeks were hard, harder than anything I had done before. I forced myself to keep trying. I needed to prove myself. But how could I tell if I was doing any good? (最初的几个星期非常艰难，比我以前做过的任何事情都要艰难。我强迫自己继续尝试。我需要证明自己。但我怎么知道自己做得好不好呢？)”可知，作者在南非的最初几周非常艰难，他强迫自己继续试，并且想知道自己是否真的做得好，这表明他不确定自己的帮助是否有效果。故选C。 6. A 推理判断题。根据第六段“Out of the corner of my eye, I saw children running toward me. Two of the oldest grabbed the handlebars and the others pushed me forward. (我从眼角看到孩子们向我跑来。两个年纪最大的抓住车把，其他人推着我往前走)”，可知，孩子们自发的帮助是作者与南非孩子们关系转变的关键时刻。作者的轮椅陷入泥潭，孩子们跑来帮助他时，他们之间的关系开始有了质的变化。孩子们的行动不仅帮助作者摆脱了困境，也象征着他们之间互助的开始。故选A。 7. B主旨大意题。根据最后一段“The more they helped me, the easier it got to help them. The kids and I bonded. I wasn’t alone during my year in Africa. Not at all. I had reached out to the people I was assisting, and they, in turn, became my support. I was aware, more than ever, that anyone, even in a wheelchair, can make a difference. (他们帮我越多，我就越容易帮到他们。孩子们和我很亲密。我在非洲的那一年并不孤单。一点也不。我主动联系了我正在帮助的人，而他们反过来又成为了我的支持。我比以往任何时候都更加意识到，任何人，即使是坐在轮椅上，都可以带来改变)”可知，这篇文章的中心主题是互助的变革力量。作者通过自己的经历展示了即使在面临身体障碍和孤立无援的情况下，通过与他人的相互支持，也能实现个人成长和共同发展。故选B。 7.（2025·沧州市普通高中高三复习质量监测） Twenty-five-year-old Ana Victoria Espino in Mexico has become the world’s first lawyer with Down syndrome (唐氏综合征). It has made history in Mexico. Having studied in the institution’s law school for five years, she received her law degree from Universidad Autonoma de Zacatecas. In Mexico, there is no bar exam—getting a law degree is enough to be a lawyer. However, rather than defending people in the court of law, Espino aims to use her legal knowledge to improve conditions for people with disabilities. For Espino, becoming a lawyer was a long-time dream. Espino grew up with a strong family network including her parents and three siblings (兄弟姐妹), which has been the foundation of her educational and professional careers. In the classroom, she also received helpful accommodations to enter high school like being able to study independently for the entrance exam. After graduating, Espino applied for a university and stood out in the admission exam. However, the school’s headmaster refused her application despite her excellent grades in the exam, because the school lacked the conditions for a person with Down syndrome. Moved by her determined spirit, a professor offered to help Espino. Throughout her five years of college, the teacher accompanied Espino to all of her classes, helped her study, and prepared her for exams. Espino’s career as an advocate for people with disabilities predates (早于) her pursuing a degree. She often shares her story to bring light to people with disabilities. She is also a talented artist, holding several exhibitions. As for the future, Espino has a very clear image of what she wants to achieve. She said, “I am fanatical about the law and I want to ensure all people who live with a disability can occupy decision-making spaces to contribute to improving their conditions.” 4. What does Espino expect to do in the future? A. To give a hand to the disabled. B. To cure people of Down syndrome. C. To attach importance to human’s equal rights. D. To inspire the disabled to learn legal knowledge. 5. What happened to Espino when applying for a university at first? A. She moved the headmaster. B. She lost her parents’ support. C. She was turned down by the school. D. She did badly in the admission exam. 6. What does the underlined word “fanatical” in the last paragraph probably mean? A. Uncertain. B. Annoyed. C. Passionate. D. Curious. 7. Which words can best describe Espino? A. Humble and wise. B. Generous and brave. C. Humorous and hard-working. D. Strong-willed and caring. 【答案】4. A 5. C 6. C 7. D 【解析】这是一篇记叙文，讲述了25岁的Ana Victoria Espino成为世界上首位患有唐氏综合征的律师的故事。她在墨西哥萨卡特卡斯自治大学法学院学习五年后获得了法律学位，并打算利用自己的法律知识改善残疾人的条件。尽管在申请大学时遇到了障碍，但她得到了一位教授的帮助，完成了学业。 4. A细节理解题。根据文章最后一段Ana Victoria Espino的话：“I am fanatical about the law and I want to ensure all people who live with a disability can occupy decision-making spaces to contribute to improving their conditions(我热衷于法律，并希望确保所有残障人士都能参与决策，以改善他们的生活条件)”可知，她希望帮助残疾人。故选A项。 5. C细节理解题。根据文章第四段“However, the school’s headmaster refused her application despite her excellent grades in the exam, because the school lacked the conditions for a person with Down syndrome(然而，尽管她在考试中取得了优异的成绩，学校的校长还是拒绝了她的申请，因为学校缺乏接纳唐氏综合症患者的条件)”可知，她最初申请大学时被学校拒绝了。故选C项。 6. C词义猜测题。根据最后一段中“I am fanatical about the law and I want to ensure all people who live with a disability can occupy decision-making spaces to contribute to improving their conditions(我fanatical法律，并希望确保所有残障人士都能参与决策，以改善他们的生活条件)”可知作者希望确保所有残障人士都能参与决策，以改善他们的生活条件，可以推测出，作者热衷于法律。所以“fanatical”的意思是“充满热情的”。故选C项。 7. D推理判断题。根据第二段中“However, rather than defending people in the court of law, Espino aims to use her legal knowledge to improve conditions for people with disabilities(然而，埃斯皮诺的目标不是在法庭上为人们辩护，而是利用她的法律知识改善残疾人的生活条件)”以及最后一段“I am fanatical about the law and I want to ensure all people who live with a disability can occupy decision-making spaces to contribute to improving their conditions(我热衷于法律，并希望确保所有残障人士都能参与决策，以改善他们的生活条件)”，可知埃斯皮诺的目标不是在法庭上为人们辩护，而是利用她的法律知识改善残疾人的生活条件，她热衷于法律，并希望确保所有残障人士都能参与决策，以改善他们的生活条件，可以推理出她是一个意志坚强且富有爱心的人。故选D项。 8.（2025·河南省新高中创新联盟TOP二十名校高三调研） On a cold and gray morning, National Park Service biologist Lidia D’Amico grabbed her binoculars (双筒望远镜) and radio and began walking around the island’s roads as usual. On a typical day, she would spend her walk time watching birds. On this day, however, she spotted something strange: a “big figure” perching on a rock on the island’s northwest side. A closer look revealed the unknown object to be a baby sea lion, which was a rare sighting on the rock, and rarer because the creature was so far out of the water. “This sea lion had dragged itself all the way up the rocks and wasn’t moving, which I knew was unusual,” D’Amico explained. The island is not a suitable place for mammals (哺乳类), since it’s exposed to severe conditions and lacks a permanent source of water. A small rock around 100 yards off the north side of the island, called “Little Alcatraz”, is used by 7 to 8 seals during low tide (潮水). But the island is ruled by birds. Upon returning a few hours later to check on the unexpected visitor, D’Amico found the sea lion unmoved, so she made a call to The Marine Mammal Center. Even with the help of fellow park workers, it took great effort to load the 40-pound baby into a box and then they transferred him to The Marine Mammal Center. Once safely ashore, the baby was picked up by the staff from The Marine Mammal Center, who transported him to their animal hospital in the Headlands. For the first month after his rescue, the little baby’s condition was “guarded”, and he was slow to recover. However, with treatment and feedings provided by the staff, he began to gain weight. After two months of treatment, a fat and healthy sea lion could walk slowly. The once ill-fed baby had been cleared to return to the wild. Recovered, he went into the waters of his new life with a new name: Alcatraz, the sea lion. 4. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “perching” in paragraph 2? A. Resting. B. Playing. C. Singing. D. Wandering. 5. What is the author’s purpose in writing the third paragraph? A. To list a related example. B. To summarize previous paragraphs. C. To introduce the main topic. D. To provide background information. 6. What did D’Amico do for the sea lion? A. She helped him go into the water. B. She took care of him in the Headlands. C. She called the Marine Mammal Center. D. She transferred him to the animal center. 7. Which of the following is the suitable title for the text? A. A Strange Island B. The Rescue of a Sea Lion C. Lidia D’Amico’s Adventure D. The Struggling Life of Mammals 【答案】4. A 5. D 6. C 7. B 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲的是国家公园管理局的生物学家Lidia D’Amico在岛上散步时发现了一只异常栖息在岩石上的小海狮，并成功将其救助、治疗和放归野外的故事。 4. A词句猜测题。 根据第二段画线词后“This sea lion had dragged itself all the way up the rocks and wasn’t moving(这只海狮一路拖着身子爬上岩石，一动不动)”和第四段“Upon returning a few hours later to check on the unexpected visitor, D’Amico found the sea lion unmoved(几个小时后，D’Amico回来查看这位不速之客的情况，发现这只海狮不动)”可推断，这只海狮栖息在那里一动不动，perching的意思是“暂歇”，和Resting意思相近。故选A。 5. D推理判断题。根据第三段“The island is not a suitable place for mammals (哺乳类), since it’s exposed to severe conditions and lacks a permanent source of water. A small rock around 100 yards off the north side of the island, called “Little Alcatraz”, is used by 7 to 8 seals during low tide (潮水). But the island is ruled by birds.(这个岛不适合哺乳动物生存，因为它暴露在恶劣的环境中，而且缺乏永久的水源。离岛北侧约100码的一块小岩石被称为“小恶魔岛”，在退潮时，有7到8只海豹在这里玩耍。但这个岛是由鸟类统治的。)”可知，第三段主要告诉我们这个岛的相关情况，如不适合哺乳动物居住，有一块露出的小岩石被称为“小恶魔岛”，这个岛是由鸟类统治的等，由此推断，本段意在提供相关背景信息。故选D。 6. C细节理解题。 根据第四段“Upon returning a few hours later to check on the unexpected visitor, D’Amico found the sea lion unmoved, so she made a call to The Marine Mammal Center.(几个小时后，D’Amico回来查看这位不约而同的访客，发现这只海狮不动，于是她给海洋哺乳动物中心打了电话。)”可知，当D’Amico发现海狮一动不动时，她给海洋哺乳中心打了电话。故选C。 7. B主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第四段“Upon returning a few hours later to check on the unexpected visitor, D’Amico found the sea lion unmoved, so she made a call to The Marine Mammal Center. Even with the help of fellow park workers, it took great effort to load the 40-pound baby into a box and then they transferred him to The Marine Mammal Center. Once safely ashore, the baby was picked up by the staff from The Marine Mammal Center, who transported him to their animal hospital in the Headlands.(几个小时后，D’Amico回来查看这位不约而同的访客，发现这只海狮不动，于是她给海洋哺乳动物中心打了电话。即使在公园工作人员的帮助下，他们也花了很大的精力把这个40磅重的婴儿装进一个盒子里，然后他们把它转移到海洋哺乳动物中心。安全上岸后，婴儿被海洋哺乳动物中心的工作人员接走，并被送往海岬的动物医院。)”可知，本文主要讲的是国家公园管理局的生物学家Lidia D’Amico在岛上散步时发现了一只异常栖息在岩石上的小海狮，并成功将其救助、治疗和放归野外的故事，因此最好的题目是B选项“The Rescue of a Sea Lion(拯救一只海狮)”。故选B。 9.（2025·辽宁省大连市滨城高中联盟高三期中） On a quiet afternoon, as the sunlight shone through the curtains and cast a warm glow on the attic (阁楼) floor, I started a journey through time. It was there, in the corner behind the old suitcase, that I made a fascinating discovery — a shoebox filled with old letters. These letters, tied together with a faded ribbon, were a collection of conversations between my grandmother and her friends from past time. The dusty smell of aged paper and ink filled the air, transporting me to a time when communication was a deliberate and heartfelt act. In an age where a simple text or email can convey our thoughts, these letters served as a deeply touching reminder of the depth and meaning that can be found in the written word. They were more than just messages; they were pieces of a life, snapshots of a time, and most importantly, they were a bridge between the past and the present, between my grandmother's generation and my own. With the letters safely back in their resting place, I made a quiet promise to myself — to pick up pen and paper more often, to write not just messages, but little pieces of history that future generations might one day cherish. In a world racing towards the future, it's the old letters that remind us to slow down, to appreciate the moment, and to write our own stories with care. And perhaps, one day, someone will find my letters and experience the same joy of discovery, the same sense of connection across the years. For now, the attic holds not just boxes of old letters but also the promise of stories yet to be told. 4. What does the author consider the letters to be? A. Simple messages from the past. B. Bridges between different generations. C. Outdated communication methods. D. Unimportant things of past time. 5. What personal resolution does the author make after reflecting on the letters? A. To clean the attic of unnecessary items. B. To digitize all family letters for preservation. C. To learn more about the history of the family. D. To write more frequently to maintain connections. 6. Which sentence may the author agree according to the passage? A. Every family has a story to tell. B. The pen is stronger than the sword. C. Old letters carry voices from the past. D. The hand that writes the history makes the history. 7. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Treasure in Letters. B. A Journey Through the Attic. C. Digital Distraction. D. The Power of Pen and Ink. 【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. A 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者在阁楼上无意间发现存放一箱箱的旧信件，这些信件提醒我们放慢脚步，珍惜当下，用心书写我们自己的故事。 4. B细节理解题。根据文章第三段“They were more than just messages; they were pieces of a life, snapshots of a time, and most importantly, they were a bridge between the past and the present, between my grandmother's generation and my own. (它们不仅仅是信息；它们是生活的片段，是一个时代的快照，最重要的是，它们是连接过去和现在、连接我祖母那一代人和我这一代人的桥梁。)”可知，作者认为信件是不同代人之间的桥梁。故选B。 5. D细节理解题。根据文章第四段“With the letters safely back in their resting place, I made a quiet promise to myself— to pick up pen and paper more often, to write not just messages, but little pieces of history that future generations might one day cherish. (当这些信件被安全地放回它们的安息地时，我悄悄地对自己承诺——要经常拿起笔和纸，不仅要写信息，还要写一些未来几代人可能会珍惜的历史片段)”可知，作者决定多写信以保持联系。故选D。 6. C推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“In a world racing towards the future, it's the old letters that remind us to slow down, to appreciate the moment, and to write our own stories with care. (在一个奔向未来的世界里，正是这些古老的信件提醒我们放慢脚步，珍惜当下，用心书写我们自己的故事)”可知，作者认为旧信承载着过去的声音。故选C。 7. A主旨大意题。根据文章最后一段“In a world racing towards the future, it's the old letters that remind us to slow down, to appreciate the moment, and to write our own stories with care. And perhaps, one day, someone will find my letters and experience the same joy of discovery, the same sense of connection across the years. For now, the attic holds not just boxes of old letters but also the promise of stories yet to be told.(在一个奔向未来的世界里，正是这些古老的信件提醒我们放慢脚步，珍惜当下，用心书写我们自己的故事。也许，有一天，有人会发现我的信，并体验到同样的发现的喜悦，同样的多年来的联系感。目前，阁楼上存放的不仅是一箱箱的旧信件，还有尚未被讲述的故事。) ”以及全文可知，文章主要描述了作者在发掘祖母的信件后，受其深刻意义的影响，立志通过书写与后代建立联系。A项：Treasure in Letters.(信件中的宝藏)合乎题意。故选A。 10.（2025·东北师范大学实验高中第一次摸底） Baseball was everything to Walker Smallwood. But when he was just 14 years old, he got heartbreaking news that he had a rare form of bone cancer growing in his left leg. His baseball playing came to a sudden stop as he spent the next three years undergoing six surgeries, 24 treatments and 18 hospital stays. The young pitcher’s leg would never be strong enough to make competitive playing an option. “At the time I guess I was just kind of in denial, because my whole life, day in and day out, was built around baseball and sports,” Walker said. “It was pretty disastrous,” his mom, Pam said. The most the 17-year-old would be able to do is play catch with his teammates as they warmed up for their games. As the team approached the final game of the season, Walker’s parents and coach agreed that he could pitch (投球) for an inning (一局) or two for the old time’s sake. “Say you did it, have some fun, and then that’ll be it. Obviously, that’s not what happened,” Walker said. What ended up happening was more than anyone ever expected. Walker not only threw solid pitches in that first inning, but he also ended up pitching a no-hitter. The coach decided to keep him in the game until he started giving up pitches, but that never happened. Smallwood struck out all but two hitters for the entire game and tied a school record in the process. “I was in tears, most of the stands were in tears — just one of those special moments that we’ll cherish forever,” mom Pam said. Smallwood may never play again. He’s actually fine with that now because who needs a World Series ring when you’ve already taken on your greatest competitor and gone undefeated. 4. What does the word “It” underlined in paragraph 2 refer to? A. The serious injury to his leg. B. The childhood baseball dream. C. The risk of multiple surgeries. D. The long-term mental stress. 5. Which of the following best describes Walker Smallwood? A. Confident and energetic. B. Ambitious and determined. C. Brilliant and considerate. D. Optimistic and independent. 6. Why does the author mention a World Series ring in the last paragraph? A. To emphasize the value of cherishing every moment. B. To stress the significance of any championship prize. C. To highlight Walker’s personal success at the game. D. To serves as a reminder of challenges in Walker’s life. 7. What can we learn from Walker’s story? A. Misfortune can tell us what fortune is. B. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. C. Constant dropping wears away a stone. D. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. 【答案】4. A 5. B 6. C 7. D 【解析】这是一篇记叙文，本文介绍了17岁男孩 Walker Smallwood 因患一种罕见的癌症不得不放弃棒球运动。他重返球场参加最后一场比赛，投出了一个无安打的球，震惊所有人。 4. A词句猜测题。根据前两段以及“The young pitcher’s leg would never be strong enough to make competitive playing an option.(这位年轻投手的腿永远不会强壮到足以让他参加比赛)”可知，Walker一直梦想成为职业棒球手，但因癌症造成腿部伤害，无力支持高强度运动，妈妈因此想表达这简直是灾难性的，所以 it 在这里就是指代前面的癌症使得他的腿受伤无力这件事。故选A。 5. B推理判断题。根据第四段“Say you did it, have some fun, and then that’ll be it. Obviously, that’s not what happened(说你做到了，找点乐子，然后就行了。显然，事实并非如此)”和第五段中“Walker not only threw solid pitches in that first inning, but he also ended up pitching a no-hitter. The coach decided to keep him in the game until he started giving up pitches, but that never happened.(Walker不仅在第一局投出了稳定的球，而且他最终投出了无安打。教练决定让他留在比赛中，直到他开始放弃投球，但这并没有发生)”可知，Walker在得知有机会参加最后一场比赛后，就决心不只是去玩玩，而是认真打比赛。结果他投出了一个无安打的球，超出所有人的预期。从这里可以看出这位年轻投手有追求，有决心，也很努力， 棒球是他一生的追求，说明他很有雄心壮志。故选B。 6. C推理判断题。从文章最后一段“Smallwood may never play again. He’s actually fine with that now because who needs a World Series ring when you’ve already taken on your greatest competitor and gone undefeated.(Smallwood可能再也不会上场了。他现在已经接受了，因为当你已经打败了你最大的竞争对手并且保持不败时，谁还需要一个世界大赛戒指呢)”可知，作者是为了强调 Smallwood 当天在棒球场上的成就超过了任何冠军奖的意义。一枚世界大赛戒指是棒球终极成就的象征，但Smallwood克服癌症带来的伤痛，投出一个无安打的球，所向无敌，其它荣誉何足挂齿。 虽然他可能再也不能打球了，但他并不感到失落。故选C。 7. D推理判断题。根据全文内容，结合第一段中“His baseball playing came to a sudden stop as he spent the next three years undergoing six surgeries, 24 treatments and 18 hospital stays.(在接下来的三年里，他经历了6次手术、24次治疗和18次住院，他的棒球生涯戛然而止)”和倒数第二段中“Smallwood struck out all but two hitters for the entire game and tied a school record in the process.(Smallwood在整场比赛中三振了除两名击球手外的所有人，并在此过程中追平了学校的记录)”可知，本文介绍了17岁男孩 Walker Smallwood 因患一种罕见的癌症不得不放弃棒球运动。他重返球场参加最后一场比赛，投出了一个无安打的球，震惊所有人。D项“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.(那些杀不死你的，终将使你更强大)”符合题意，无法打败你的事情才能让你更坚强，点明中心。故选D。 11.（2025·山东省第一次备考监测联考） Three years ago, Sather Gowdy, a student at Gonzaga University, went through a break- up. Then two of his close friends passed away. So Sather withdrew, avoiding going out. Everything changed one day as Sather was returning home from class. An elderly woman, standing by her open trunk full of groceries, asked him to help her. He helped her get them inside. “Walking home, I realized my heart feeling lighter for the first time in weeks,” Sather says. He made a decision not to close himself off, but perform kindness every day for his community. Sather starts small. He once noticed his neighbor’s fence was damaged and wanted to fix it, but he didn’t know how. “Lack of knowledge didn’t stop me!” he says. “I learned online, bought a hammer and some nails, and repaired it.” As the movement has grown, so have Sather’s responsibilities. He dedicates several hours each day to finding ways to serve others— cleaning up the community or assisting elderly neighbors with yard work and other tasks. “Serving others isn’t always fun,” Sather says. “It’s hard work to remain committed to spreading kindness through serving others. But even on the toughest days, seeing the smiles on my neighbors’ faces makes it worthwhile.” “Think of something that everyone complains about and then go do it,” Sather recommends. An alley near his house, for example, was constantly filled with trash. Neighbors talked about how much they hated it, yet no one did anything about it. Sather spent several hours daily for two weeks cleaning it. “When I was done, I saw increased joy and pride in our neighborhood,” Sather says. Seven months later, the alley is still clean. Sather often sees neighbors checking on it, picking up lingering garbage or cutting back weeds. “Start small. You’ll be amazed at your impact,” says Sather. 4. What pulled Sather out of the state of being separate? A. The positive impact of the class on him. B. The elderly lady’s practical suggestions. C. The timely kindness from the community. D. The sense of achievement from being helpful. 5. What is the main idea of paragraph 3? A. How Sather felt about his behaviour. B. How Sather helps the community. C. Why Sather finds ways to serve others. D. What Sather needed to fix his neighbor’s fence. 6. What can we learn from Sather’s story? A. Doing good starts with ourselves. B. Work together to help the elderly. C. Being proud helps to serve others. D. Help others to make them stronger. 7. Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A. His search for the simplest joy B. His pursuit of the community’s happiness C. He healed his pain with acts of kindness D. He changed the community with his efforts 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. C 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Sather在经历个人困境后，决定通过为社区做好事来改变自己的心态和生活，进而产生了积极的社会影响这一故事。 4. D细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Three years ago, Sather Gowdy, a student at Gonzaga University, went through a break- up. Then two of his close friends passed away. So Sather withdrew, avoiding going out. (三年前，冈萨加大学的学生Sather Gowdy经历了分手。随后，他的两位密友也相继离世。因此，Sather变得封闭起来，避免外出。)”第二段“Everything changed one day as Sather was returning home from class. An elderly woman, standing by her open trunk full of groceries, asked him to help her. He helped her get them inside. “Walking home, I realized my heart feeling lighter for the first time in weeks,” Sather says. He made a decision not to close himself off, but perform kindness every day for his community.(一天，当Sather下课回家时，一切发生了改变。一位老妇人站在她装满杂货的后备箱旁，请求他帮忙。他帮她把东西搬进了屋里。“走在回家的路上，我意识到我的心情几周以来第一次变得轻松了，” Sather说。他决定不再封闭自己，而是每天为社区做好事。)”可知，Sather在经历分手和密友离世后变得封闭，但有一天他帮助了一位老妇人搬运杂货，这次经历让他心情变得轻松，并决定不再封闭自己，而是每天为社区做好事。因此，是帮助他人这一行为带来的正面情感和成就感让他摆脱了封闭的状态。故选D。 5. B主旨大意题。根据文章第三段“Sather starts small. He once noticed his neighbor’s fence was damaged and wanted to fix it, but he didn’t know how. “Lack of knowledge didn’t stop me!” he says. “I learned online, bought a hammer and some nails, and repaired it.” As the movement has grown, so have Sather’s responsibilities. He dedicates several hours each day to finding ways to serve others— cleaning up the community or assisting elderly neighbors with yard work and other tasks.(Sather从小事做起。有一次，他注意到邻居的篱笆坏了，想把它修好，但不知道该怎么做。“知识的缺乏并没有阻止我！”他说，“我在网上学习，买了锤子和钉子，然后把它修好了。”随着这项行动的发展，Sather的责任也越来越大。他每天花费数小时寻找服务他人的方法——清理社区或帮助老年邻居做园艺和其他工作。)”可知，第三段主要讲述了Sather如何帮助社区，如清理社区或帮助老年邻居做园艺和其他工作。故选B。 6. A推理判断题。根据文章内容可知，文章主要讲述了Sather经历了个人困境后，通过为社区做好事来改变自己的心态和生活。他从小事做起，如修理邻居的篱笆，逐渐发展到每天花费数小时寻找服务他人的方法。这个过程表明，Sather的善行是从他自身开始的，他通过自己的行动影响了社区，带来了正面的变化。选项A“Doing good starts with ourselves.(做好事从我们自己开始)” 与Sather的故事相符，他通过自己的努力和行动，从小事做起，逐渐产生了更大的影响。故选A。 7. C主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Three years ago, Sather Gowdy, a student at Gonzaga University, went through a break- up. Then two of his close friends passed away. So Sather withdrew, avoiding going out. (三年前，冈萨加大学的学生Sather Gowdy经历了分手。随后，他的两位密友也相继离世。因此，Sather变得封闭起来，避免外出。)”第二段“Everything changed one day as Sather was returning home from class. (一天，当Sather下课回家时，一切发生了改变。)”以及全文内容可知，文章主要讲述了Sather在经历个人困境后，通过为社区做好事来改变自己的心态和生活，从而逐渐走出伤痛的故事。选项C“He healed his pain with acts of kindness(他用善行治愈了伤痛)”准确地捕捉到了文章的核心内容，即Sather通过为社区做好事来治愈自己因个人困境而产生的伤痛。故选C。 12.（2025·安徽省皖南八校高三上学期8月摸底）For years, a British TV show The Piano has set its sights on finding the next greatest musician by placing pianos in public places for anyone to play. Twenty-two-year-old Brad Kella won the 2024 competition by displaying his extraordinary skills, using the opportunity to also honor those who made it all possible for him. Kella, who is from a suburb of north Liverpool, was placed in a foster care at 7. “I remember hanging on to the railings (栏杆) outside my foster parents, and just didn’t want to go in,” the young musician explained. He had intended to spend only a night with Ev and Frank, but they went on to become his foster parents for over 12 years. When Kella told his foster parents about wanting a piano, they immediately agreed although they had a tight budget, let alone offering him music lessons or paying for a music coach. While Kella couldn’t read music, he taught himself to play the piano. He never thought of giving up when facing challenges. On top of becoming an extraordinary pianist, he learned a lot about himself and the places where he could go through the instrument. Kella said, “I owe it to my foster parents because I had no one there who believed I would be capable of doing such a thing as playing the piano.” For the final concert of the talent competition, Kella had to perform an original composition. To show his thanks to his foster parents, he wrote Ev and Frank. The foster parents were surprised when the young pianist showed the title of his work and could be seen wiping away tears during the moving performance. “I had the best foster parents in the whole world. And they gave me the chance to dream, and to believe that anything was actually possible,” Kella said, “I hope I give kids like me more of a reason to keep trying to achieve their dreams.” 4．What happened to Kella the first time he saw his foster home? A．He was unwilling to accept it. B．He only stayed there for one night. C．He missed his previous foster care. D．He hung out with his foster parents. 5．How did Kella learn to play the piano? A．By hiring a music coach. B．By learning it on his own. C．By consulting his foster parents. D．By signing up for music lessons. 6．What do we know about Kella’s Ev and Frank.? A．It makes Kella world-famous. B．Its topic is about appreciation. C．It is regarded to be the best original work D．It is aimed to show Kella’s talent for music. 7．Which of the following words can best describe Kella? A．Fortunate and well-off. B．Diligent and confident. C．Wise and committed. D．Determined and inspirational. 【答案】4．A 5．B 6．B 7．D 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。主要通过讲述布拉德·凯拉的成功故事，强调家庭支持和个人努力在追求梦想中的重要性。 4．细节理解题。根据第二段“ ‘I remember hanging on to the railings outside my foster parents, and just didn't want to go in,’  the young musician explained.(“ 我记得在寄养父母家外面抓着栏杆，就是不想进去，”年轻的音乐家解释道。)  ”可知，作者当时紧紧抓住养父母家门外的栏杆，不愿接纳自己的新家。故选A。 5．细节理解题。根据第三段“While Kella couldn't read music, he taught himself to play the piano. ”（虽然凯拉不会读乐谱，但他自学了钢琴。）可知，Kella是自学钢琴。故选B。 6．细节理解题。根据文章第五段“To show his thanks to his foster parents, he wrote Ev and Frank. ”（为了表达对养父母的感谢，他写了埃夫和弗兰克这部作品。）可知，Kella 想通过自己的作品表达自己对养父母的感激之情。故选B。 7．推理判断题。根据文中第三段最后一句“He never thought of giving up when facing challenges. ”（他从未在面对挑战时考虑放弃。）可知，Kella 意志力坚定，不言放弃；且通过文章最后一句“Kella said, ‘I hope I give kids like me more of a reason to keep trying to achieve their dreams.’ ”（凯拉说：‘我希望我能给像我这样的孩子们更多的理由去努力实现他们的梦想。’）可知， Kella在成名后不忘鼓励像自己一样的孩子，因此体现出他鼓舞他人的一面。故选D。 13.（2025·河南省安阳市多校一模联考）When you hit middle age, there are some universal truths you begin to notice and accept, and that goes double when you’re traveling with your parents. You really are turning into your mother(or father) … and maybe that is not such a terrible thing. I recently spent six days visiting my parents in their winter snowbird home just outside of Tampa, Florida. Mom and Dad were delighted in the tour guide role here in this middle ground, not our Indiana hometown and not British Columbia, where I’ve been living with my kids for years. It felt strange at first, me being a “kid” again at age 50. It was a rare window when I wasn’t caring for my own kids and my parents, who were still healthy and mobile and didn’t yet need my care. I could relax. I could play. Without any responsibilities or distractions, I could savor (尽情享受) just being a daughter. On this trip, I realized just how much I see myself in my parents. I was a little surprised to realize this fact didn’t make me roll my eyes and make an “I’m turning into my mother” joke. Instead, I found myself smiling and embracing turning into my mother and father, because that’s exactly who I’ve always been. Traveling with my aging parents, I not only realized how lucky I am, but also knew this could be our last trip together, just the three of us. I couldn’t help but reflect on how delicate life is and how precious these moments of being together are. My parents are still together, in good health, and have mobility. I can’t think of anyone at my age who is in the same situation with their parents. On the drive to the airport, Dad launched into his usual sort of closing paragraph that he does at the end of every visit. He mentioned the highlights of the week and asked about everyone else’s favorite memories from our time together. Then he shifted to what we wanted to do the next time. I smiled, realizing I do this closing paragraph too, when I’m saying goodbye to my girls. 4．What does the underlined word “that” in paragraph l refer to? A．Traveling with parents at middle age. B．Getting a deeper understanding of life. C．Turning into a copy of one’s parents. D．Finding more time to accompany parents. 5．Why did the author describe the trip as a rare window? A．Because there was little time left for her aging parents. B．Because it was a period to free herself of worries. C．Because it was a good chance to reflect on herself. D．Because it offered a valuable memory. 6．What conclusion does the author try to draw while traveling with her parents? A．We are always kids in our parents’ eyes. B．Parents’ present situation mirrors our future. C．Be grateful and treasure the time with parents. D．A closing speech to a child is a must for every parent. 7．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To share her reflection. B．To introduce a trip. C．To remember her parents. D．To urge care for parents. 【答案】4．C 5．B 6．C 7．A 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。短文叙述了人到中年与年迈父母旅游的感悟。 4．词句猜测题。根据第一段中的“You really are turning into your mother(or father) … and maybe that is not such a terrible thing.”（你真的在变成你的母亲(或父亲)，也许这并不是一件可怕的事情。）可知，变成父母的翻版并不是一件可怕的事情。所以划线词“that”指的是“变成父母的翻版”。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“It was a rare window when I wasn’t caring for my own kids and my parents, who were still healthy and mobile and didn’t yet need my care. I could relax. I could play. Without any responsibilities or distractions, I could savor (尽情享受) just being a daughter.”（这是一个难得的窗口，当我不照顾我自己的孩子和我的父母，他们仍然健康和行动自如，还不需要我的照顾。我可以放松。我可以玩。没有任何责任或干扰，我可以尽情享受做一个女儿的乐趣。）可知，作者描述这次旅行为“一个难得的窗口”，是因为这段时间她可以放松自己，没有任何责任或干扰。故选B。 6．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“Traveling with my aging parents, I not only realized how lucky I am, but also knew this could be our last trip together, just the three of us. I couldn’t help but reflect on how delicate life is and how precious these moments of being together are.”（和年迈的父母一起旅行，我不仅意识到自己是多么幸运，而且知道这可能是我们三个人最后一次一起旅行。我不禁想起生活是多么的微妙，这些在一起的时刻是多么的珍贵。）可知，作者在与父母旅行时得出的结论是要感恩并珍惜与父母在一起的时光。故选C。 7．推理判断题。根据第三段“Traveling with my aging parents, I not only realized how lucky I am, but also knew this could be our last trip together, just the three of us. I couldn’t help but reflect on how delicate life is and how precious these moments of being together are. My parents are still together, in good health, and have mobility. I can’t think of anyone at my age who is in the same situation with their parents.”（和年迈的父母一起旅行，我不仅意识到自己是多么幸运，而且知道这可能是我们三个人最后一次一起旅行。我不禁想起生活是多么的微妙，这些在一起的时刻是多么的珍贵。我的父母还在一起，身体健康，行动自如。我想不出有谁在我这个年纪和父母有同样的情况。）以及最后一段中的“I smiled, realizing I do this closing paragraph too, when I’m saying goodbye to my girls.”（我笑了，意识到当我和女儿们说再见的时候，我也会这样做。）可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是分享她的反思。故选A。 14.（2025·内蒙古多校高三上学期第一次联考）Emma Patterson, an 88-year-old resident of Montgomery County, Maryland, has devoted her life to the extraordinary mission of fostering (收养) children. Her fostering journey began quite unexpectedly. As her own children grew up, they started bringing home friends who needed more than just a place to hang out — they needed care. These children were often hungry, lacked proper clothing, or faced neglect at home. Emma, with her generous spirit, didn’t hesitate to open her doors and her heart. What started with helping a few friends of her children quickly turned into a lifelong commitment to fostering. Over the years, Emma welcomed nearly 40 foster children into her home. At one point, she was caring for as many as 9 children simultaneously (同时). Each child brought their own set of challenges and needs, but Emma faced each situation with firm dedication. Her home became a shelter for those who had nowhere else to turn to, providing not just the basics of food and shelter but also the emotional support and stability that many of these children had never experienced. Despite these challenges, Emma committed to fostering each child until adulthood. She provided a stable home environment, guiding them through school and helping them achieve milestones they might have otherwise missed. As Emma continued her journey, her influence extended beyond her home. The children she fostered grew up and went on to lead successful lives, proof of the strong foundation she provided. Many of them stayed in touch, expressing their gratitude and acknowledging the crucial role Emma played in their lives. Her home was more than a temporary shelter. It was the starting point for a brighter future for many. Montgomery County honored her for her exceptional service and dedication, recognizing the countless hours and the boundless love she invested in each child she fostered. Emma’s story serves as an inspiration to others, showing that one person’s kindness and commitment can indeed change the world, one child at a time. 4．What motivated Emma to begin fostering children? A．Her own children’s school task. B．Her long wish to foster children. C．The demand of her community. D．Her witness to the children’s situation. 5．What did Emma provide for the fostered children? A．Only physical necessities. B．Help in developing hobbies. C．Material and spiritual support. D．Legal assistance for their cases. 6．What did Emma’s home mean to the fostered children? A．A promising future. B．A temporary shelter. C．Recognition of society. D．A guaranteed success. 7．Which of the following can best describe Emma? A．Generous and lonely. B．Responsible and committed. C．Wealthy and intelligent. D．Thoughtful and humorous. 【答案】4．D 5．C 6．A 7．B 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Emma Patterson收养近40名儿童的感人故事。 4．细节理解题。根据第二段“As her own children grew up, they started bringing home friends who needed more than just a place to hang out — they needed care. These children were often hungry, lacked proper clothing, or faced neglect at home. Emma, with her generous spirit, didn’t hesitate to open her doors and her heart.(当她自己的孩子长大后，他们开始把朋友带回家，他们需要的不仅仅是一个闲逛的地方——他们需要照顾。这些孩子经常挨饿，没有合适的衣服，或者在家里被忽视。艾玛，以她慷慨的精神，毫不犹豫地打开了她的门和她的心)”可知，对孩子们处境的见证促使艾玛开始收养孩子。故选D。 5．细节理解题。根据第四段“Her home became a shelter for those who had nowhere else to turn to, providing not just the basics of food and shelter but also the emotional support and stability that many of these children had never experienced.(她的家成为了那些无处可去的人的避难所，不仅提供了基本的食物和住所，还提供了许多孩子从未经历过的情感支持和稳定)”可知，艾玛为寄养的孩子提供了物质和精神支持。故选C。 6．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“Her home was more than a temporary shelter. It was the starting point for a brighter future for many.(她的家不仅仅是一个临时的避难所。对于许多人来说，这是一个更光明未来的起点)”可知，艾玛的家对收养的孩子们来说意味着一个光明的未来。故选A。 7．推理判断题。根据第三段“What started with helping a few friends of her children quickly turned into a lifelong commitment to fostering.(从帮助孩子们的几个朋友开始，很快就变成了她一生的义务)”以及第四段“Each child brought their own set of challenges and needs, but Emma faced each situation with firm dedication. (每个孩子都有自己的挑战和需求，但艾玛以坚定的奉献精神面对着每一种情况)”可知，艾玛有责任心，有奉献精神。故选B。 15.（2025·浙江Z20名校联盟高三第一次联考）Growing up as a kid in the UK, I was fascinated by insects. Wanting to protect them, I started building houses for ants, using little pieces of wood and leaves. I then moved on to making little cups and saucers from silver foil (箔纸) for the magical creatures. When seeing my work, my mother told me that the smaller I made things, the bigger my name would become. As the years went by, my designs became more complicated. Making sculptures isn’t actually enjoyable. I sometimes work for 16 hours a day without breaks, and it takes me up to three months to finish a sculpture. I have to hold my breath during the sculpting process. One time, a fly landed on a Cinderella carriage sculpture I was working on. The fly’s wings blew it away, and it was lost. I was heartbroken. Another time, I accidentally breathed in a microscopic Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Alice is now in the Wonderland forever. But it did give me the chance to make an even better one the second time around. My sculptures have taken me to incredible places. In 2012, I met the queen, giving her a crown on the head of a pin. In 2013, I received my first Guinness World Record for creating the smallest sculpture by hand, a 24-carat gold motorbike that fitted inside a hair. In 2017, I beat my record with a sculpture of a human fetus (胎儿) that measured 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm. I was diagnosed with autism (自闭症) as an adult. In school, my teachers had pointed me out as an example of failure; now, I see my autism as a gift. It’s pushed me to be the best I can be. I hold workshops in schools for neurodiverse children, sharing my story and helping them create their own miniature figures. The microscopic world has always been my happy place. I’ve tried to make bigger sculptures, but small is best for me. We need to appreciate the little things in life. Small things can also be mighty, too. 24．What drove the author to make tiny sculpture at the beginning? A．His interest in insects. B．His desire to make a name. C．His dream of setting a record. D．His awareness of wildlife protection. 25．Which of the following can best describe the author’s sculpting process? A．Eventful and enjoyable. B．Complex and frustrating. C．Money-wasting but entertaining. D．Time-consuming but fulfilling. 26．How does the author deal with his autism now? A．He receives medical treatment. B．He takes full advantage of it. C．He regards it as the source of failure. D．He shares it and asks help from others. 27．What message does the author mainly convey through the text? A．Great art comes at a cost of loss. B．Childhood experiences sculpt a career. C．Minor things in life can carry weight. D．Hard work contributes to great achievements. 【答案】24．A 25．D 26．B 27．C 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者利用自己的自闭症来让自己变得更好的故事。 24．细节理解题。根据第一段“Growing up as a kid in the UK, I was fascinated by insects. Wanting to protect them, I started building houses for ants, using little pieces of wood and leaves.(我小时候在英国长大，对昆虫很着迷。为了保护它们，我开始用小块木头和树叶为蚂蚁建造房屋)”可知，对昆虫的兴趣驱使作者在一开始制作雕塑作品。故选A。 25．推理判断题。根据第二段“I sometimes work for 16 hours a day without breaks, and it takes me up to three months to finish a sculpture.(我有时一天工作16个小时，不间断地工作，完成一件雕塑需要3个月的时间)”；第三段“But it did give me the chance to make an even better one the second time around.(但它确实给了我第二次做一个更好的机会)”以及第四段“In 2017, I beat my record with a sculpture of a human fetus (胎儿) that measured 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm.(2017年，我用一个0.078毫米乘0.053毫米的人类胎儿雕塑打破了我的记录)”可知，作者的雕刻过程耗时但令人有成就感。故选D。 26．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“In school, my teachers had pointed me out as an example of failure; now, I see my autism as a gift. It’s pushed me to be the best I can be.(在学校里，我的老师把我当作失败的例子；现在，我把我的自闭症看作是一份礼物。它促使我成为最好的自己)”可知，作者充分利用了自己自闭症。故选B。 27．推理判断题。根据最后一段“We need to appreciate the little things in life. Small things can also be mighty, too.(我们需要欣赏生活中的小事。小事情也可以是强大的)”可知，作者通过文章想表达的是生活中的小事也很有分量。故选C。 16.（2025·福建省福州第一中学高三质检）I was born with perfect hearing. When I was five, I started getting ear infections but my parents couldn’t afford the treatment. Over time, my hearing dropped to 20 percent, where it is today. There was always music on in my house in my childhood. I loved listening to Metallica, and Michael Jackson. My dad was a DJ, so he played all music. For my 18th birthday, my dad asked me to deejay at the restaurant he owned. I was hooked. I desired to learn more. I e-mailed DJ Shiftee, a distinguished New York City DJ, when I was 25: “I know you like a challenge. How about teaching a deaf person to deejay?” He wrote back the next day: “Challenge accepted.” He tutored me twice a week for two years, helping me develop correct technique. I practiced four hours a day. Now when I’m performing, muscle memory takes over. When I started, I wouldn’t tell the club managers that I was deaf. I would just show up, introduce myself, and start playing music. At the end of the night, someone would say, “Oh, here’s the check.” And I’d say, “What? Oh, I can’t hear.” They were always so astonished. Sometimes I would bring doctor’s notes because they wouldn’t believe me. It was reassurance that they were giving me opportunities to perform because I was brilliant, not out of sympathy. Eventually people started calling me “that deaf DJ,” and the name stuck. What fascinates me about deejaying is the creativity. I use software that turns the music into lines of color on a computer screen. I’m visually hearing the music. The next time you go dancing, cover your ears, and you’ll “see” the music. Music is not all about hearing. I go to elementary schools for the deaf and talk to them about motivation and believing in themselves. I tell them, “Just chase your dreams. I’m a deaf DJ, so why not?” 4．What inspired “my” passion for being a DJ? A．Hearing loss. B．Father’s influence. C．Music education. D．Teachers’ guidance. 5．Why did “I” keep my deafness private before the performance? A．To surprise the audience. B．To avoid discrimination. C．To keep the secret. D．To show off talent. 6．What does the underlined “stuck” in Para. 3 probably mean? A．Became established. B．Changed. C．Became ordinary. D．Faded. 7．Why do “I” love deejaying? A．It strengthens my confidence. B．It improves my hearing ability. C．It enhances my physical fitness. D．It wins me reputation and money. 【答案】4．B 5．B 6．A 7．A 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。本文主要讲述了一位失聪者在音乐道路上的成长历程，通过描述自己对打碟的热爱、克服听力障碍进行表演、与他人的互动等，展现了他对打碟的执着追求，同时也传达了“只要追逐梦想，任何困难都不能阻挡”以及“音乐不仅仅是听觉的艺术”的信念。 4．细节理解题。根据第二段中“My dad was a DJ, so he played all music. For my 18th birthday, my dad asked me to deejay at the restaurant he owned. I was hooked. I desired to learn more. (我的爸爸是一名DJ，所以他播放各种音乐。在我18岁生日的时候，我的爸爸让我在他拥有的餐厅里担任DJ。我被深深吸引了。我渴望学习更多。)”可知，作者的父亲是DJ，并且在作者18岁生日时让他在餐厅做DJ，这激发了作者对DJ的热情。故选B项。 5．推理判断题。根据第三段中“When I started, I wouldn’t tell the club managers that I was deaf. I would just show up, introduce myself, and start playing music. At the end of the night, someone would say, ‘Oh, here’s the check.’ And I’d say, ‘What? Oh, I can’t hear.’ They were always so astonished. Sometimes I would bring doctor’s notes because they wouldn’t believe me. It was reassurance that they were giving me opportunities to perform because I was brilliant, not out of sympathy. (当我刚开始的时候，我不会告诉俱乐部经理我失聪了。我只会出现，自我介绍，然后开始播放音乐。在晚上结束的时候，有人会说：‘哦，这是支票。’然后我会说：‘什么？哦，我听不见。’他们总是非常惊讶。有时我会带上医生的证明，因为他们不相信我。这让我放心，他们给我表演的机会是因为我很出色，而不是出于同情。)”可知，作者在表演前不告诉俱乐部经理自己是聋子是为了避免歧视。故选B项。 6．词句猜测题。根据第三段中“It was reassurance that they were giving me opportunities to perform because I was brilliant, not out of sympathy. Eventually people started calling me ‘that deaf DJ,’ and the name stuck. (这让我放心，他们给我表演的机会是因为我很出色，而不是出于同情。最终人们开始叫我‘那个失聪的DJ’，这个名字……。)”可知，最终人们开始称呼作者为“那个聋DJ”，这个名字被大家接受并流传开来。故stuck意为“被接受，流传开来”，即became established。故选A项。 7．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“What fascinates me about deejaying is the creativity. (关于DJ让我着迷的是其创造力。)”及“I go to elementary schools for the deaf and talk to them about motivation and believing in themselves. (我去聋哑小学，和那里的孩子们谈论激励及相信自己。)”可知，作者喜欢做DJ是因为它增强了作者的自信心。故选A项。 17.（2025·广东省高三摸底联考） “I never could have imagined this is how my life could turn out,” says Melody Mnisi. “Now it’s my dream to introduce young people to nature and to inspire young African women like me to believe anything is possible.” Melody is a 23-year-old South African and has just qualified as a field guide. Despite growing up very close to Kruger National Park, a world-famous safari (游猎) destination, she never had the chance to see or enjoy its wildlife. “This was something for white people, not poor black people like me,” she says. “I always wondered what was on the other side of the fence.” But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course, learning how to use a camera and going on her first-ever game drive. “I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,” she says. “It is such an honor to be in nature.” WSO is the educational outreach arm of Wild Shots, a photography conference in Africa that ran for nine years prior to 2020. Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow. The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa. 4．What can we learn about Melody Mnisi? A．She helped set up WSO. B．She was born a photographer. C．She was grateful to be a field guide. D．She shared photos of wildlife online. 5．What has changed Melody’s life? A．WSO photography course. B．Her willingness to help others. C．Mike Kendrick’s encouragement. D．Her curiosity about the safari destination. 6．Which is among the reasons why WSO is held? A．To raise money. B．To prevent illegal hunting. C．To stop wildlife trade. D．To nurture wildlife protectors. 7．What might be talked about following the last paragraph? A．Comments from Melody. B．The promotion of WSO. C．Poor life of South Africans. D．The details of photographs taking, 【答案】4．C 5．A 6．D 7．B 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章围绕非洲女性Melody Mnisi加入WSO后获得新生展开，介绍了WSO通过提供摄影课程来促进非洲人参与野生动物保护。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段“‘I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,’ she says. ‘It is such an honor to be in nature.’(我无法相信我的眼睛，看到所有这些野生动物并捕捉到我的回忆和故事，她说。能够身处自然之中是如此的荣幸)”可知，Melody Mnisi对于能当一名野外向导心存感激。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据第一段“But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course(但当Melody完成了Wild Shots Outreach(WSO)摄影课程后，一切都变了)”可知，是WSO的摄影课程改变了Melody的生活。故选A。 6．细节理解题。根据第二段“Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow.(它的目标是通过摄影让处于弱势的非洲年轻人参与到野生动物保护中来，并通过介绍自然世界，帮助他们培养成为未来的环保主义者)”可知，WSO的目的是通过摄影让弱势的非洲年轻人参与野生动物保护，帮助培养未来的野生动物保护者。故选D。 7．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其根据最后一段“The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa(这项倡议始于2015年，是生命科学教师兼摄影师Mike Kendrick的热情项目。搬到大克鲁格地区生活在灌木丛中，Mike看到年轻的南非人与自然环境之间缺乏互动感到沮丧。不仅如此，在帮助举办Wild Shots的六年里，他没有遇到一个来自南非的有色人种野生动物、风景或户外摄影师)”可知，文章介绍WSO的实质和目的，以及创立人发动WSO的最初动机，但是在南非却没有得到推广。由此可推知，接下来有可能谈论WSO的推广。故选B。 18.（2025·广东省高三摸底联考） “I never could have imagined this is how my life could turn out,” says Melody Mnisi. “Now it’s my dream to introduce young people to nature and to inspire young African women like me to believe anything is possible.” Melody is a 23-year-old South African and has just qualified as a field guide. Despite growing up very close to Kruger National Park, a world-famous safari (游猎) destination, she never had the chance to see or enjoy its wildlife. “This was something for white people, not poor black people like me,” she says. “I always wondered what was on the other side of the fence.” But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course, learning how to use a camera and going on her first-ever game drive. “I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,” she says. “It is such an honor to be in nature.” WSO is the educational outreach arm of Wild Shots, a photography conference in Africa that ran for nine years prior to 2020. Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow. The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa. 4．What can we learn about Melody Mnisi? A．She helped set up WSO. B．She was born a photographer. C．She was grateful to be a field guide. D．She shared photos of wildlife online. 5．What has changed Melody’s life? A．WSO photography course. B．Her willingness to help others. C．Mike Kendrick’s encouragement. D．Her curiosity about the safari destination. 6．Which is among the reasons why WSO is held? A．To raise money. B．To prevent illegal hunting. C．To stop wildlife trade. D．To nurture wildlife protectors. 7．What might be talked about following the last paragraph? A．Comments from Melody. B．The promotion of WSO. C．Poor life of South Africans. D．The details of photographs taking, 【答案】4．C 5．A 6．D 7．B 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章围绕非洲女性Melody Mnisi加入WSO后获得新生展开，介绍了WSO通过提供摄影课程来促进非洲人参与野生动物保护。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段“‘I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,’ she says. ‘It is such an honor to be in nature.’(我无法相信我的眼睛，看到所有这些野生动物并捕捉到我的回忆和故事，她说。能够身处自然之中是如此的荣幸)”可知，Melody Mnisi对于能当一名野外向导心存感激。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据第一段“But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course(但当Melody完成了Wild Shots Outreach(WSO)摄影课程后，一切都变了)”可知，是WSO的摄影课程改变了Melody的生活。故选A。 6．细节理解题。根据第二段“Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow.(它的目标是通过摄影让处于弱势的非洲年轻人参与到野生动物保护中来，并通过介绍自然世界，帮助他们培养成为未来的环保主义者)”可知，WSO的目的是通过摄影让弱势的非洲年轻人参与野生动物保护，帮助培养未来的野生动物保护者。故选D。 7．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其根据最后一段“The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa(这项倡议始于2015年，是生命科学教师兼摄影师Mike Kendrick的热情项目。搬到大克鲁格地区生活在灌木丛中，Mike看到年轻的南非人与自然环境之间缺乏互动感到沮丧。不仅如此，在帮助举办Wild Shots的六年里，他没有遇到一个来自南非的有色人种野生动物、风景或户外摄影师)”可知，文章介绍WSO的实质和目的，以及创立人发动WSO的最初动机，但是在南非却没有得到推广。由此可推知，接下来有可能谈论WSO的推广。故选B。 19.（2025·广东省部分学校高三上学期8月大联考）I enjoyed being in nature. Visiting nearby natural places made me feel better when living alone in Rio de Janeiro. To find different communities that had unique relationships with nature, I moved to Manaus in the Amazon Rainforest to feel the energy of the forest and see the local people’s integration with the forest. I discovered we can have many relationships with nature that aren’t always detrimental to those places. They took care of the land and cultivated these gardens filled with fruits and nuts we loved eating without harming the forest. I think many people unaware of how the local communities have shaped a “completely” natural space. The Amazon Rainforest is not just created by natural processes. Doing research in the field could be a big challenge. We often went to really isolated places when doing field work in the Amazon Rainforest. We were aware that if anything happened to us, we could die. If a venomous snake were to bite you out there, you would be in a dangerous situation. We needed to manage those feelings while doing our work and collecting data. I worked on an article about how we could engage native knowledge in conservation science. We had held small meetings with five native researchers, talking about how they viewed the Amazon Rainforest and trying to understand how we could maintain the Amazon Rainforest in the future. These conversations led me to start reflecting on how we did science. I submitted our paper to two other scientific journals before it was accepted. At the time, I didn’t feel that the article was good enough to be published in a major scientific journal like Science. I tried other journals and was rejected immediately. My coauthors and supervisors said that we had nothing to lose by submitting it to Science. We tried again and they accepted it. That experience has showed me that we need to commit ourselves to what we think we should do. We cannot give up when it comes to science. We need determination. 4．What does the underlined word “detrimental” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Similar. B．Relevant. C．Harmful. D．Beneficial. 5．What impressed the author most about Manaus? A．The locals’ care for nature. B．The change of natural processes. C．The local communities’ relationships. D．The situation of the Amazon Rainforest. 6．Which of the following can best describe the author’s field work? A．Tiring. B．Risky. C．Costly. D．Demanding. 7．Why does the author mention the experience of submitting the paper? A．To reveal backgrounds. B．To establish credibility. C．To highlight challenges. D．To demonstrate resolve. 【答案】4．C 5．A 6．B 7．D 【解析】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了作者在亚马逊雨林的研究经历及与当地社区的合作，强调了对自然的尊重和科学的决心。 4．词义猜测题。根据上下文语境，尤其是划线词句下文“They took care of the land and cultivated these gardens filled with fruits and nuts we loved eating without harming the forest.(他们照顾土地，种植了我们喜欢吃的水果和坚果的花园，而没有伤害森林)”可知，作者发现了可以与自然建立许多关系，但这些关系并不一定对这些地方有害。所以detrimental意为“有害的”。故选C。 5． 细节理解题。根据第二段的“They took care of the land and cultivated these gardens filled with fruits and nuts we loved eating without harming the forest.(他们照顾土地，种植了我们喜欢吃的水果和坚果的花园，而没有伤害森林)”可知，作者对Manaus印象最深的是当地人对自然的关爱。故选A。 6．推理判断题。根据第三段的“We often went to really isolated places when doing field work in the Amazon Rainforest. We were aware that if anything happened to us, we could die. If a venomous snake were to bite you out there, you would be in a dangerous situation.(我们在亚马逊雨林做实地工作时，经常去非常偏僻的地方。我们知道如果发生任何事情，我们可能会死。如果在那儿被毒蛇咬了，你会处于危险的境地)”可推知，作者的实地工作是有风险的。故选B。 7． 推理判断题。根据最后一段“That experience has showed me that we need to commit ourselves to what we think we should do. We cannot give up when it comes to science. We need determination.(那次经历让我明白，我们需要致力于我们认为应该做的事情。面对科学，我们不能放弃。我们需要决心)”可推知，作者提到提交论文的经历是为了展示决心。故选D。 20.（2025·广东省佛山市H7联盟高三摸底联考）“I never could have imagined this is how my life could turn out,” says Melody Mnisi. “Now it’s my dream to introduce young people to nature and to inspire young African women like me to believe anything is possible.” Melody is a 23-year-old South African and has just qualified as a field guide. Despite growing up very close to Kruger National Park, a world-famous safari (游猎) destination, she never had the chance to see or enjoy its wildlife. “This was something for white people, not poor black people like me,” she says. “I always wondered what was on the other side of the fence.” But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course, learning how to use a camera and going on her first-ever game drive. “I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,” she says. “It is such an honor to be in nature.” WSO is the educational outreach arm of Wild Shots, a photography conference in Africa that ran for nine years prior to 2020. Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow. The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa. 4．What can we learn about Melody Mnisi? A．She helped set up WSO. B．She was born a photographer. C．She was grateful to be a field guide. D．She shared photos of wildlife online. 5．What has changed Melody’s life? A．WSO photography course. B．Her willingness to help others. C．Mike Kendrick’s encouragement. D．Her curiosity about the safari destination. 6．Which is among the reasons why WSO is held? A．To raise money. B．To prevent illegal hunting. C．To stop wildlife trade. D．To nurture wildlife protectors. 7．What might be talked about following the last paragraph? A．Comments from Melody. B．The promotion of WSO. C．Poor life of South Africans. D．The details of photographs taking, 【答案】4．C 5．A 6．D 7．B 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章围绕非洲女性Melody Mnisi加入WSO后获得新生展开，介绍了WSO通过提供摄影课程来促进非洲人参与野生动物保护。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段“‘I could not believe my eyes, seeing all this wildlife and capturing my memories and stories,’ she says. ‘It is such an honor to be in nature.’(我无法相信我的眼睛，看到所有这些野生动物并捕捉到我的回忆和故事，她说。能够身处自然之中是如此的荣幸)”可知，Melody Mnisi对于能当一名野外向导心存感激。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据第一段“But everything changed for Melody when she completed a Wild Shots Outreach (WSO) photography course(但当Melody完成了Wild Shots Outreach(WSO)摄影课程后，一切都变了)”可知，是WSO的摄影课程改变了Melody的生活。故选A。 6．细节理解题。根据第二段“Its aim is to engage disadvantaged young Africans in wildlife conservation through photography and by providing an introduction to the natural world, helping to nurture (培育) the conservationists of tomorrow.(它的目标是通过摄影让处于弱势的非洲年轻人参与到野生动物保护中来，并通过介绍自然世界，帮助他们培养成为未来的环保主义者)”可知，WSO的目的是通过摄影让弱势的非洲年轻人参与野生动物保护，帮助培养未来的野生动物保护者。故选D。 7．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其根据最后一段“The initiative came about in 2015 and was the passion project of Mike Kendrick, a life-science teacher and photographer. Moving to the Greater Kruger area to live in the bush, Mike was discouraged to see the lack of engagement between young South Africans and their natural environment. Not only that, in six years of helping to run Wild Shots, he did not come across a single wildlife, landscape or outdoor photographer of color in South Africa(这项倡议始于2015年，是生命科学教师兼摄影师Mike Kendrick的热情项目。搬到大克鲁格地区生活在灌木丛中，Mike看到年轻的南非人与自然环境之间缺乏互动感到沮丧。不仅如此，在帮助举办Wild Shots的六年里，他没有遇到一个来自南非的有色人种野生动物、风景或户外摄影师)”可知，文章介绍WSO的实质和目的，以及创立人发动WSO的最初动机，但是在南非却没有得到推广。由此可推知，接下来有可能谈论WSO的推广。故选B。 21.（2025·广东省深圳市罗湖区高三上学期第一次摸底） Baking lover and her bakery with “silent” staffers Some people may open a bakery to turn their passion into a profession. Some open a bakery to realize their childhood dream. For Zheng Xiaoyan, founder of Silent Bread Tree, the main reason she chose to do so is less common. The idea to open a bakery emerged when Zheng learned from a silent friend in a baking course about the difficulties they face in job hunting. She began to wonder what she could do for them, until she got inspiration from the success of a bakery in Changsha, which is run by a German couple that hires silent people. “I decided that I would also open a bakery like theirs to help some silent people in need,” told Zheng. “And that’s why I named it ‘Silent Bread Tree’. Hopefully the jobs provided here can help the silent people feed themselves, just like bread trees feed people with their bread-like fruit,” Zheng added. The bakery has 16 employees, six of whom are hearing and speech-impaired. The principle here is to treat all staffs in the same way wherever possible, and avoid signs indicating which staff members are different. “When we asked whether to put the words ‘Pat me if you need help’ on the back of their uniform, our silent staffs said ‘No’. That was when I realized that they just don’t want others to know they’re different,” Zheng recalled. Although knowing what she could do for the silent community is very limited, Zheng said the efforts the silent staffs have made to keep the bakery running keep inspiring her to do even more. For every product sold, the bakery donates 0.01 yuan to help provide artificial cochlea implants (人工耳蜗) to the hearing and speech-impaired children in rural areas. “If hearing-impaired children could have artificial cochleae implants at an early age, their lives could be completely transformed. They would be able to live like people with no difficulties in hearing,” said Zheng. 4．Why did Zheng open the bakery? A．To offer the silent people jobs. B．To make her dream come true. C．To turn her hobby into a career. D．To learn from the German couple. 5．What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A．The story about the bread tree. B．The meaning of the bakery name. C．Zheng’s expectation of the future. D．Zheng’s satisfaction with her store. 6．What can we learn about the silent staffs from paragraph 4? A．They value equal treatment. B．They enjoy great social respect. C．They consider customers disturbing. D．They have poor communication skills. 7．Which word best describes Zheng? A．Confident. B．Optimistic. C．Broad-minded. D．Kind-hearted. 【答案】4．A 5．B 6．A 7．D 【解析】本文为一篇记叙文，讲述了郑晓燕（音译）——“无声面包树”的创始人为了帮助一些沉默的人养活自己，创建了该面包店品牌的事迹。 4．细节理解题。根据文章第三段““And that’s why I named it ‘Silent Bread Tree’. Hopefully the jobs provided here can help the silent people feed themselves, just like bread trees feed people with their bread-like fruit,” Zheng added.(“这就是为什么我把它命名为‘无声面包树’。希望这里提供的工作可以帮助这些沉默的人养活自己，就像面包树用面包样的果实养活人们一样。”郑补充说)”可知，郑女士开面包店是为了给沉默的人提供工作。故选A。 5．主旨大意题。根据文章第三段““And that’s why I named it ‘Silent Bread Tree’. Hopefully the jobs provided here can help the silent people feed themselves, just like bread trees feed people with their bread-like fruit,” Zheng added.(“这就是为什么我把它命名为‘无声面包树’。希望这里提供的工作可以帮助这些沉默的人养活自己，就像面包树用面包样的果实养活人们一样。”郑补充说)”可知，该段说明了面包店名称的含义。故选B。 6．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“The principle here is to treat all staffs in the same way wherever possible, and avoid signs indicating which staff members are different. “When we asked whether to put the words ‘Pat me if you need help’ on the back of their uniform, our silent staffs said ‘No’. That was when I realized that they just don’t want others to know they’re different,” Zheng recalled.(这里的原则是尽可能以同样的方式对待所有员工，并避免显示哪些员工是不同的。“当我们问他们是否要在制服背面印上‘如果你需要帮助就拍拍我’的字样时，我们沉默的工作人员说‘不’。那时我才意识到，她们只是不想让别人知道自己与众不同。”郑回想到)”可知，沉默的员工重视平等待遇。故选A。 7．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“For every product sold, the bakery donates 0.01 yuan to help provide artificial cochlea implants to the hearing and speech-impaired children in rural areas.(每卖出一件产品，面包店就捐赠0.01元，帮助农村地区的听力和言语障碍儿童植入人工耳蜗)”及最后一段““If hearing-impaired children could have artificial cochleae implants at an early age, their lives could be completely transformed. They would be able to live like people with no difficulties in hearing,” said Zheng.(“如果听障儿童能够在很小的时候植入人工耳蜗，他们的生活可能会彻底改变。他们将能够像没有听力障碍的人一样生活。”郑说)”可知，郑女士是好心肠的，不仅创立了面包店帮助沉默的人找工作，也帮助有需要的听力障碍儿童。故选D。 22.（2025·河北省衡水中学第一次综合素养测评）They talk about the straw that broke the camel’s back, but really it should be the password that wiped out my memory bank. I was going along fine with instant recall of my bank PIN, my mobile phone number and the date of my cousin’s birthday before I downloaded a gas station payment app for its new customer discount. It asked me to create a password. When I typed in “gas l”, it was rejected for not being complex enough. I tried again: “IHateHearlessOilCompanies@”.But that was too long and didn’t include “at least one number”. But here is the thing: as soon as I added the fresh password into my memory, I instantly forgot all the others. My brain had hit its limit for passwords. I now know nothing. I had entered some passwords in a notebook. Of course, I didn’t write down the actual passwords, in case it fell into the wrong hands. Instead, I masked them in a way that only a family member could figure them out. For example, I combined my bank PIN with our postal code, then added it to a list of phone numbers. It would fool even Albert Einstein. Maybe we need a system like the one we use to remember people’s names. You know, you form an association between a person’s characteristics and their name by whispering “Skinny George. Skinny George” in heart after meeting them. The risk is that, upon seeing him, you’ll burst out the phrase. “Skinny George” might not mind, but it’s possible “Boring Betty” will. As for remembering passwords as you change them, you could simply use the first and last letters of your favorite singer’s greatest hits, together with the year of their release. Maybe I’ll try that one out, but only after describing the system in the notebook. Then I’ll hide it in a place so secret that I’ll never remember where it is. 4．What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs? A．He fell for a marketing trick. B．He was driven mad by passwords. C．He had a serious memory disorder. D．He was rejected by the gas station. 5．By mentioning Albert Einstein in paragraph 3, the author intends to _____. A．promote a more scientific password system B．challenge the intelligence of scientists C．prove the uselessness of his passwords D．show how secure his passwords were 6．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To encourage readers to use password notebooks. B．To recommend a password- remembering method. C．To complain about the trouble caused by passwords. D．To emphasize the importance of using complex passwords. 7．What is the tone of the text? A．Humorous. B．Indifferent. C．Serious. D．Dismissive. 【答案】4．B 5．D 6．C 7．A 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者因为尝试记住过于复杂的密码，反而导致自己忘记了其他所有密码的尴尬经历。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段“They talk about the straw that broke the camel’s back, but really it should be the password that wiped out my memory bank.(他们说的是压垮骆驼背的稻草，但实际上应该是密码毁掉了我的记忆库)”以及第二段“ But here is the thing: as soon as I added the fresh password into my memory, I instantly forgot all the others. My brain had hit its limit for passwords. I now know nothing.(但事情是这样的：当我把新密码添加到我的记忆中时，我立刻忘记了所有其他密码。我的大脑已经达到了密码的极限。我现在什么都不知道)”可知，作者更新了密码之后却忘记了，被密码所累，由此可知，他被密码逼疯了。故选B项。 5．推理判断题。根据第三段“Instead, I masked them in a way that only a family member could figure them out. For example, I combined my bank PIN with our postal code, then added it to a list of phone numbers. It would fool even Albert Einstein.(反之，我把密码设置了一种只有家庭成员才能认出的方式。例如，我将我的银行PIN与我们的邮政编码结合起来，然后将其添加到电话号码列表中。它甚至会愚弄阿尔伯特·爱因斯坦)”可知，通过在第3段提到阿尔伯特·爱因斯坦，作者打算展示他的密码有多安全。故选D项。 6．推理判断题。根据第一段“They talk about the straw that broke the camel’s back, but really it should be the password that wiped out my memory bank.(他们说的是压垮骆驼背的稻草，但实际上应该是密码毁掉了我的记忆库。)”以及最后一段“Maybe I’ll try that one out, but only after describing the system in the notebook. Then I’ll hide it in a place so secret that I’ll never remember where it is.(也许我会试试这个——但只有在笔记本上描述了这个系统之后。然后我会把它藏在一个秘密的地方，我永远不会记得它在哪里)”可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是抱怨密码带来的麻烦。故选C项。 7．推理判断题。根据第二段“as soon as 1 added the fresh password into my memory, I instantly forgot all the others. My brain had hit its limit for passwords. I now know nothing.(当我把新密码添加到我的记忆中时，我立刻忘记了所有其他密码。我的大脑已经达到了密码的极限。我现在什么都不知道)”、第三段“I masked them in a way that only a family member could figure them out. For example, I combined my bank PIN with our postal code, then added it to a list of phone numbers. It would fool even Albert Einstein(我把密码设置了一种只有家庭成员才能认出的方式。例如，我将我的银行PIN与我们的邮政编码结合起来，然后将其添加到电话号码列表中。它甚至会愚弄阿尔伯特·爱因斯坦)”以及最后一段“Maybe I’ll try that one out, but only after describing the system in the notebook. Then I’ll hide it in a place so secret that I’ll never remember where it is. (也许我会试试这个——但只有在笔记本上描述了这个系统之后。然后我会把它藏在一个秘密的地方，我永远不会记得它在哪里)”可知，作者在本文中以一种幽默风趣的方式抱怨自己被各种各样的复杂密码所累，因此本文的风格是幽默诙谐。故选A项。 23.（2025·河南省洛阳市第一高级中学高三开学考试）It felt as if we had been climbing for hours. I stopped to catch my breath as a wave of dizziness swept over me in the thin mountain air. I was on an amazing trip with my family to experience the festival of Qoyllur Riti, which takes place at 4,300 meters high in the southern Andes of Peru. As I looked back down the trail we had climbed, and up towards where we had to go, the colorful sight struck me a lot. Entire families wearing local costumes were travelling to this unique festival from all over Peru. Among them were old men, mothers with small babies and children all following the same route. Many of them had horses and donkeys carry their food, blankets, cooking pots and tents. Others had made their way on foot through the mountains for days to attend this remarkable event. We continued climbing upward for another hour and a half before reaching the Sinakara Valley. Right across this flat piece of ground people were putting up shelters and tents to protect themselves from the freezing mist and rain. It was clear, however, from the sound of the drums and singing rising from the campsite that the weather was not going to weaken the festival spirit. The air of excitement, even from our place more than a mile away, was palpable. After dinner, we went to bed fully clothed inside our sleeping bags. We were up early the next morning, the main day of the festival, despite having slept badly on the frozen ground. The ukukus, men wearing black masks and costumes, had left the campsite in the early hours to climb the nearest mountain by the light of the full moon. From time to time during the procession, they stopped to dance on the glaciers, believing this would bring luck to their villages for the year to come. In the dawn light, we watched them winding their way back down like a large black snake. As they descended, they were joined by groups of dancers in bright traditional costumes. They performed wherever there was space. Although there did not seem to be anyone organizing them or any timetable, the whole festival had become a huge harmonious celebration. 4．What do we know about family’s climb up and down the trail? A．They were too tired to enjoy the sight. B．They regretted extremely taking the trip. C．They were fascinated by the scenes there. D．They were greeted warmly by local people. 5．The underlined word in Paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______. A．suitable B．endurable C．noticeable D．understandable 6．What can be inferred from the festival participants? A．They were all dressed in plain clothes. B．They were determined to reach the festival. C．They only continued their journey during daylight hours. D．They performed dances to demonstrate their traditional costumes. 7．Where is this text most likely from? A．A health report. B．A sports newspaper. C．A fashion forum. D．A culture magazine. 【答案】4．C 5．C 6．B 7．D 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章介绍世界上最高的节日，Qoyllur Rit’i这个节日在海拔4300米秘鲁安第斯山脉举行庆祝活动。 4．细节理解题。第二段提到“As I looked back down the trail we had climbed, and up towards where we had to go, the colorful sight struck me a lot.”（我回头看了看我们爬过的小路，抬头看了看我们要去的地方，五彩缤纷的景色深深地打动了我。）由此判断，作者一家在爬山的过程中被路上美丽的景色打动了。故选C。 5．词义猜测题。划线词前文提到“It was clear, however, from the sound of the drums and singing rising from the campsite that the weather was not going to weaken the festival spirit.”（然而，从营地传来的鼓声和歌声中可以清楚地看出，天气不会削弱节日的气氛。）作者在很远的地方都能够听到从营地传出来的鼓声和歌声，说明营地里节日气氛非常明显的可以感受到，在很远的地方都很清晰。A. suitable适合的；B. endurable可忍受的；C. noticeable显而易见的；D. understandable可理解的。C项符合文意，故选C。 6．推理判断题。第二段提到“Many of them had horses and donkeys carry their food, blankets, cooking pots and tents. Others had made their way on foot through the mountains for days to attend this remarkable event.”（其中有老人、带着小孩的母亲和孩子，他们都走着同样的路线。他们中的许多人用马和驴驮着食物、毯子、炊具和帐篷。还有一些人花了好几天的时间徒步穿过大山，来参加这个非凡的活动。）很多人为了参加这个活动甚至走了很长时间的路，说明他们是下定决心要来参加这个活动。故选B。 7．推理判断题。第一段提到“I was on an amazing trip with my family to experience the festival of Qoyllur Riti, which takes place at 4,300 meters high in the southern Andes of Peru.”（我和我的家人在一次奇妙的旅行中体验了在秘鲁安第斯山脉南部4300米高的地方举行的Qoyllur Riti节。）并且根据后文中，作者对于该节日的描写，判断本文讲述的是世界上不同的文化特色，由此判断，本文可能出自于文化杂志。故选D。 24.（2025·湖北省腾云联盟高三上学期8月联考）It was very late and everyone had left the café except an old man who sat in the shadow the leaves of the tree made against the electric light. In the day time the street was dusty, but at night the dew settled the dust and the old man liked to sit late because he was deaf and now at night it was quiet and he felt the difference. The two waiters inside the café knew that the old man was a little drunk, and while he was a good client they knew that if he became too drunk he would leave without paying, so they kept watch on him. “Last week he tried to commit suicide,” one waiter said. “Why?” “He was in despair.” “What about?” “Nothing.” “How do you know it was nothing?” “He has plenty of money.” They sat together at a table that was close against the wall near the door of the café and looked at the terrace (露台) where the tables were all empty except where the old man sat in the shadow of the leaves of the tree that moved slightly in the wind. “The guard will pick him up,” one waiter said. “What does it matter if he gets what he’s after?” “He had better get off the street now. The guard will get him. They went by five minutes ago.” The old man sitting in the shadow tapped his saucer with his glass. The younger waiter went over to him. “What do you want?” The old man looked at him. “Another brandy,” he said. “You’ll be drunk,” the waiter said. The old man looked at him. The waiter went away. “He’ll stay all night,” he said to his colleague. “I’m sleepy now. I never get into bed before three o’clock. He should have killed himself last week.” The younger waiter took the brandy bottle and marched out to the old man’s table. “You should have killed yourself last week,” he said to the deaf man. The old man motioned with his finger. “A little more,” he said. The waiter poured on into the glass. “Thank you,” the old man said. The waiter took the bottle back inside the café. He sat down at the table with his colleague again. 4．What happened to the old man? A．He was in poverty and despair. B．He was caught in alcohol problem. C．He had lost hope and attempted suicide. D．He was abandoned by his family. 5．Why did the younger waiter want to close the café early? A．He wanted to sleep. B．He had an appointment. C．He didn’t like the old man. D．He thought the old man is drunk. 6．What is the younger waiter’s attitude towards the old man? A．Sympathetic. B．Impatient. C．Respectful. D．Moderate. 7．The writing style in this story is characterized by ________. A．complex and ambiguous plots B．spare and economical language C．vivid and detailed dialogue D．frequent use of similes 【答案】4．C 5．A 6．B 7．B 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章节选自海明威的短篇小说A Clean, Well-lighted Place（《一个干净明亮的地方》），故事围绕一个孤独但富有的老人展开，咖啡店的两位侍者对他的行为好奇而困惑，谈论着他试图自杀的事情。 4．细节理解题。根据第二段““Last week he tried to commit suicide,” one waiter said. (“上周他试图自杀，”一名服务员说。)”和第四段““He was in despair.” (“他很绝望。”)”可知，老人失去了希望，企图自杀。故选C项。 5．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段中这位年轻服务员所说的话“I’m sleepy now. I never get into bed before three o’clock. (我现在困了。三点之前我从来没有睡过觉。)”可知，年轻侍者想早点打烊是因为他想睡觉。故选A项。 6．推理判断题。根据倒数第三段中和最后一段中这位年$$