专题10 期终考试押题之阅读理解记叙文（提分干货+名校模拟）-2025届高考英语名校模拟真题速递(江苏专用)

专题10 期终考试押题之阅读理解记叙文 解析版 （提分干货+名校模拟） 技能专区：冲刺名师提醒，洞悉高考规律，提供高效提分干货 一、题型解读 记叙文是以写人、记事、状物为主要内容，以记叙和描写为表达方式的文章。一篇记叙文，无论长短都应该是一个完全独立的事实，描写人物、地点、事件和过程，表达作者的某种情感。主要具有以下特点：内容上，记叙文应该包括六要素，即：时间、地点、人物、起因、经过和结果。可以按事件发生的时间顺序写，也可以按事件发生的先后写。命题上，主要集中在多个事件的先后顺序与人物的情感态度上。选材上，新颖、生动、真实、典型的素材描写，让读者有身临其境的感觉。形式上，顺叙、倒叙、插叙。语言上，一般过去时为主，各种时态为辅，合理使用丰富多彩的谓语动词时态是英语记叙文首要的语言特征；多用动词，尤其是动态强的行为动词是英语记叙文又一个明显的语言特征。 二、体裁结构 1.记叙文的开头通常交代事件的背景，即事件发生的时间、地点、有关人物等内容。2.记叙文的展开（中间）通常以人物活动的时间顺序、空间位置变换、事件发生的顺序或人物的主次性格特征为行文线索。3.记叙文的结尾通常是依照事件的发生、发展和结局这样一个自然的顺序来结尾。 三、写作意图 1.讲述故事 ( tell / narrate / relate a story) 2.分享经验  (share an experience) 3.纪念人物 (remember a person) 4.阐明道理 (communicate an idea / convey a message) 四、解题策略 1.关注细节  记叙文中有大量的事件发展过程中的细节，包括记叙文的5W（what, who, when, where, why）要素。因此我们作答细节题的时候，就没有那么复杂，一般只需要由前到后，从上到下，一题一题地做就可以了。  2.注重联系  在做题过程中，我们大都不能在文中找到与题干一字不差的词语或句子。这时我们需要认真研究问题，抓住题干中的关键词语，然后到文中准确地找到与之相关的语句，或是疑似语句的位置，接着去左顾，或右盼，在前句或后句寻找线索。  3.读懂表象 主旨大意题或推理判断、作者意图题等实际上是同一类型的问题，或者说是可用同种方法解答的题型。在解答此类题目的时候，不可被题干的表象所迷惑，要像剥洋葱一样，一层一层地剥；在四个可选项中，一个一个地去证实，去排除。特别是解答推论或暗指类的题目，比如“What can be inferred from …?”或是What does the author imply in…?”之类的题目，文中所陈述的往往不是答案。我们要在文前文后去查找，在字里行间里去寻觅。有时还少不了借助自己的生活经验和常理来体会这言外之意。  4.挖掘意义  每年的高考阅读题中，特别是记叙文的阅读题，都会出现一至两道词义猜测题。而这些词汇往往是你素昧平生的，或者和你有点头之交，在文中却另有新意的，总之，猜的是那些在高考词汇表要求之外的词汇。小小的一个词，一个短语，考核的不是你的语法的熟练程度，也不是你的记忆力，而是你对文章通篇或者一个段落的整体把握和变通能力。 五、记叙文主旨概括题 1.首段法：首段主旨句；转折词后；破折号后 2.核心名词法：核心名词在文章中高频出现。可是“原词”或“同义词”不断曝光。 3.合并法：整合各段落大意，整合各段落首段信息 4.首位呼应法：整合首段和尾端信息 六、记叙文细节理解题 1.划出题干，选项关键词； 2.回忆文章结构，定位具体段落； 3.理解细节内容，最后找出答案； 4.正确选项的特征：原词复现/同义词、近义词替换；语言高度凝练概括。 七、实用答题妙招 1.阅读理解记叙文细节理解题居多，落实“题文同序”和“同义替换”。 2.数据计算题注重“原文定位”“细节理解”，弄清来龙去脉再计算。 3.文章寓意题要注意言外之意，尤其是首尾段做出合理推测判断。 4.人物性格描述题注意捕捉原文褒贬性词汇再进行同义替换和排除。 5.满分策略：读题干→找原文→做标记→留痕迹→看选项→扣字眼。 模拟专区：做好题才有好成绩！练技能，补漏洞，提分数，强信心 【江苏·阅读·记叙文01】（24-25高三上·江苏泰州·阶段练习）On the last days of July, I moved to a flat in Brixton and joined those with a garden for the first time. Before moving, I lived in a flat surrounded by a small plot of woodland nearby. There were a good six weeks during which the dawn chorus was so loud that waking up at 5 am was a daily routine. Watching the birds became a soap opera I was deeply invested in. In Brixton, though, all I could hear was traffic. Although I knew clearly that cities are not strongholds of naturalism, and that nature is always there waiting for me to find it, it still took me a while to get used to the fact that I had to walk more than five minutes to find a green space. It was for this reason that I turned to gardening. I’m not a formally trained gardener; I taught myself on a concrete balcony, four stories up on a hill in Camberwell in my mid-20s. The only garden I had previously had access to as an adult, in Hackney at the start of my career, was used for parties, barbecues and playing with the neighbor’s cat. Filled with blind enthusiasm and curiosity, I picked up plants from supermarkets and flower markets, often killing them out of love and then starting all over again. I often spent whole weekends in that small space. The balcony had a good view: one of London’s shining skylines beneath high skies that changed color and cloud by the minute. But it was so small that you had to look closely, and looking closely is an essential part of enjoying nature, wherever you find it. And to be out on the balcony allowed me to care about things that were bigger than my career, relationship or sense of self. When all three started to waver (动摇), it was gardening — and nature more broadly — that enabled me to find a new way of life. 1．What is one challenge the author faced after moving to Brixton? A．Dealing with a noisy neighbor. B．Finding a suitable place for parties. C．Adjusting to the lack of green space. D．Getting used to the city’s heavy traffic. 2．What was the author’s initial experience with gardening? A．She learned gardening all by herself. B．She had a natural talent for gardening. C．She had a large garden in her childhood home. D．She started gardening in a small woodland area. 3．What did the author learn from her gardening experience in Camberwell? A．The key to being a successful gardener. B．The way to master gardening on her own. C．The importance of looking closely at nature. D．The method of getting along well with neighbors. 4．What would be the best title for the text? A．How I Overcame Challenges in Gardening B．How I Adapted Myself to Life in Cities C．How I Turned Gardening into a Hobby D．How I Found Nature in Cities 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者搬到布里克斯顿后，通过园艺在城市中重新找到与自然连接的故事。 1．细节理解题。由文章第三段“Although I knew clearly that cities are not strongholds of naturalism, and that nature is always there waiting for me to find it, it still took me a while to get used to the fact that I had to walk more than five minutes to find a green space. (虽然我清楚地知道城市不是自然主义的大本营，自然总是在那里等着我去寻找，但我还是花了一段时间来适应我必须步行五分钟以上才能找到一块绿地的事实。)”可知，作者搬到Brixton后面临的一个挑战是适应缺乏绿色空间的情况。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第四段中“I’m not a formally trained gardener; I taught myself on a concrete balcony, four stories up on a hill in Camberwell in my mid-20s. (我不是受过正规训练的园丁；20多岁时，我在坎伯韦尔一座山上四层楼高的混凝土阳台上自学。)”可知，作者最初是自学园艺的。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段中“But it was so small that you had to look closely, and looking closely is an essential part of enjoying nature, wherever you find it. (但它太小了，你必须仔细观察，仔细观察是享受大自然的重要组成部分，无论你在哪里找到它。)”可以推断出，作者学到了仔细观察自然的重要性。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第三段“Although I knew clearly that cities are not strongholds of naturalism, and that nature is always there waiting for me to find it, it still took me a while to get used to the fact that I had to walk more than five minutes to find a green space. (虽然我清楚地知道城市不是自然主义的大本营，自然总是在那里等着我去寻找，但我还是花了一段时间来适应我必须步行五分钟以上才能找到一块绿地的事实。)”和最后一段中“And to be out on the balcony allowed me to care about things that were bigger than my career, relationship or sense of self. When all three started to waver (动摇), it was gardening — and nature more broadly — that enabled me to find a new way of life.(在阳台上，我可以关注一些比我的事业、人际关系或自我意识更重要的事情。当这三者都开始动摇时，正是园艺——以及更广泛的大自然——让我找到了一种新的生活方式。)”可知，整篇文章围绕着作者如何在城市生活中寻找和接近自然，特别是在自己有限的空间里通过园艺活动找到与自然的联系。因此最合适的标题是“How I Found Nature in Cities (我如何在城市中发现自然)”。这既涵盖了作者在城市中寻找自然的经历，也反映了她通过园艺活动找到了新的生活方式。故选D。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文02】（24-25高三上·江苏盐城·阶段练习）Eeka McLeod is raising three kids, two chickens, one dog, one cat and… ducks? Yes, ducks. “I had always wanted ducks, or at least one duck,” she tells USA TODAY over a video call from her home in Arizona, with a diaper-clad (带着尿布的) duck named Mooney resting in a baby house at her side. “I’ve also wanted deer — don’t get me started on that — but anyways, I’ve always wanted ducks.” So, she took a quack at it. McLeod got her wish for family ducks after she moved her three kids from California to the Grand Canyon State in April of last year. Her mental health was falling, not to mention she was diagnosed with a few autoimmune diseases (自身免疫性疾病). McLeod, 43, is a single mum and she wanted to own a house to hand-down to her kids one day — therefore the move to a much richer state. After they settled in, McLeod finally scratched the itch last August. “I’m going to do it. Today’s the day,” she remembers. A local organic farm store in Mesa had 12 ducklings and they told her to come in. Her kids didn’t believe what was happening. “It took them a few minutes,” she says. “I think they thought that I was really making fun of them.” But there the ducks were, in a tub under a heat lamp and everything. The family took two home that day: Jelly and Mooney, both Indian Runner ducks. They later raised a third, Topsy, a Cayuga duck. It’s changed their life for the better, and excited millions of TikTok followers and hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers along the way. Research shows, after all, pets lower stress levels and even help with heart health. “The ducks came into our lives during such a — especially for me — just a really dark period and just brightened up our lives,” she says. “They have brought us the unbelievable happiness, and it’s always something that we’re laughing about together.” 1．When did McLeod start wanting ducks? A．Last August. B．Last April. C．Before she moved to the new state. D．Before she was ill. 2．What does the underlined phrase “scratched the itch” in Paragraph 4 probably mean? A．Satisfied a desire. B．Felt very nervous. C．Had a skin problem. D．Made a big fortune. 3．How many ducks does McLeod raise in all? A．One. B．Three. C．Twelve. D．Fifteen. 4．What does McLeod mainly want to tell us? A．How ducks changed her life. B．Her experience of moving. C．The benefits of having pets. D．How ducks are raised. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Eeka McLeod带着三个孩子从加州搬到亚利桑那州后，如何通过养鸭子改善了自己和家人的生活质量，并在这个过程中获得了大量社交媒体的关注。 1．推理判断题。根据文章第二段““I had always wanted ducks, or at least one duck,” she tells USA TODAY over a video call from her home in Arizona, with a diaper-clad (带着尿布的) duck named Mooney resting in a baby house at her side. (“我一直想要鸭子，或者至少一只鸭子，”她在家中通过视频通话告诉《今日美国》，旁边是一个穿着尿布的名叫穆尼的鸭子，它正躺在一个婴儿屋里休息)”以及第三段中“McLeod got her wish for family ducks after she moved her three kids from California to the Grand Canyon State in April of last year. (麦克劳德在去年四月把她的三个孩子从加利福尼亚搬到了大峡谷州之后，实现了她拥有家庭鸭子的愿望)”可知，McLeod在把三个孩子从加利福尼亚州搬到大峡谷州之后实现了养鸭子的愿望，而这件事发生在去年四月。由此推知，她在搬到新州之前就想要鸭子了。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据文章第四段中“After they settled in, McLeod finally scratched the itch last August. (在他们安顿下来之后，麦克劳德终于在去年八月scratched the itch)”可知，“scratched the itch”是一个比喻，指的是满足了她的愿望或欲望。根据上下文可以推断出，她之前一直想养鸭子，现在终于实现了这个愿望。所以“scratched the itch”在这里的意思是“满足了愿望”。A.Satisfied a desire满足一个愿望； B. Felt very nervous感到非常紧张；C. Had a skin problem有皮肤问题； D. Made a big fortune发了一大笔财。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第五段中“The family took two home that day: Jelly and Mooney, both Indian Runner ducks. They later raised a third, Topsy, a Cayuga duck. (那天这家人带了两只回家：Jelly和Mooney，都是印度跑鸭。后来他们又养了一只，Topsy，一只卡尤加鸭)”可知，McLeod家一开始养了两只鸭子：Jelly和Mooney，后来又养了一只叫Topsy的鸭子。由此可知，McLeod家一共养了三只鸭子。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，文章主要讲述了McLeod一家养鸭子的经历，以及这些鸭子给他们的生活带来的变化和快乐，尤其是根据文章倒数第二段中“It’s changed their life for the better, and excited millions of TikTok followers and hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers along the way. (它改变了他们的生活，让他们过得更好，一路上还激动了数百万抖音粉丝和数十万Instagram粉丝)”以及最后一段中““The ducks came into our lives during such a — especially for me — just a really dark period and just brightened up our lives,” she says. (“鸭子在我们生活中出现的时候正是——特别是对我来说——一段非常黑暗的时期，它们真的点亮了我们的生活，”她说)”可知，文章主要讲述了鸭子如何改变了McLeod一家的生活。故选A。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文03】（24-25高三上·江苏苏州·阶段练习）During the summer, Hu Miaokun, a 19-year-old diagnosed with congenital (先天的) deafness at the age of two, experienced a life-altering moment: he received acceptance letters from seven universities. This achievement symbolizes more than a decade of unwavering efforts in a world of silence. Hu, born in 2005 in a village in Macheng, Central China’s Hubei province, has faced various obstacles throughout his life — he lost his father at the age of five and moved in with his grandparents after his mother remarried. However, Hu’s passion for learning always ran high. With the encouragement and support of his family, he enrolled in a school specifically designed for hearing-impaired children. “Adapting to life in a group was tough,” Hu signed. “I had to get used to the new environment, follow new rules, and learn how to interact with others. But over time, these challenges became easier to manage.” Hu recalls how his teachers used various tailored techniques and tools to support student learning. These included multimedia lessons, hearing aids, speech recognition devices, and other assistive technologies, all designed to make learning more accessible. After completing middle school, Hu continued his education at a specialized high school in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei province. The school offered a broader curriculum, including English. However, for students with hearing and speech impairments, learning a foreign language can be particularly difficult. While many of his peers had some basic knowledge of the language and were exposed to English through songs, movies, and everyday conversations, Hu had no prior exposure, making the task even more daunting. “For me, the key to learning English is through reading, writing, and translation,” Hu signed. He created a detailed study plan and adhered to it, learning to prioritize his tasks and manage his time effectively. This year, Hu Miaokun took the national college entrance examination, or gaokao. His hard work paid off. Since May, Hu Miaokun has received acceptance letters from all seven universities to which he applied. Ultimately, Hu Miaokun decided to pursue product design at his dream school, Tianjin University of Technology. With ambitions of becoming a 3D designer specializing in product modeling, he is now focusing on mastering various modeling software, such as 3ds Max and Adobe Illustrator. “I’m deeply thankful to my aunt and everyone who has supported me,” Hu Miaokun signed. “I will continue to work hard in my studies and, in the future, use my skills to inspire and assist others.” 1．What does the underlined word “unwavering” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A．Modest. B．Ambitious. C．Tolerant. D．Determined. 2．By mentioning English, the author intends to ________. A．recommend the key to learning B．show the barriers Hu encountered C．highlight the importance of English D．promote daily interactions in English 3．What do we know about Hu Miaokun? A．He refused to follow new rules. B．He failed to adapt to his school life. C．He was junior to his classmates in learning. D．He was into learning despite many difficulties. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．“Deaf” Teenagers in a World of Silence B．“Silent” but Not Silent: Hu Miaokun’s Sad Story C．Hearing-disadvantaged Teen’s Journey to University Success D．A Teenager’s Battle Against Silence: From Struggle to Survival 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了先天耳聋的胡淼坤的求学经历。经过不懈努力，最终他收到了七所大学的录取通知书，而他选择了天津理工大学，打算继续追求自己的梦想。 1．词句猜测题。根据画线词前的“During the summer, Hu Miaokun, a 19-year-old diagnosed with congenital (先天的) deafness at the age of two, experienced a life-altering moment: he received acceptance letters from seven universities.(今年夏天，19岁的胡淼坤经历了一个改变人生的时刻：他收到了七所大学的录取通知书。胡苗坤在两岁时被诊断为先天性耳聋。)”可知，胡淼坤两岁时被诊断为先天性耳聋，而今取得如今的成就，是他十多年如一日努力的结果，由此可推测出，这里表示十多年坚定的努力,unwavering意为“坚定的，始终如一的”，与determined(坚定的)意思一致。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据第五段中的“The school offered a broader curriculum, including English. However, for students with hearing and speech impairments, learning a foreign language can be particularly difficult. While many of his peers had some basic knowledge of the language and were exposed to English through songs, movies, and everyday conversations, Hu had no prior exposure, making the task even more daunting.(学校提供更广泛的课程，包括英语。然而，对于听力和言语障碍的学生来说，学习一门外语可能特别困难。虽然他的许多同龄人对英语有一些基本的了解，并通过歌曲、电影和日常对话接触过英语，但胡之前没有接触过，这使得这项任务更加艰巨。)”可知，学校有英语这门课，但对于有听力和言语障碍的学生来说，学习英语很困难，而且胡淼坤之前没有接触过英语，所以这门课对他来说任务艰巨，由此可推测出，作者提到英语，是为了说明胡淼坤学习时所遇到的障碍。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Hu, born in 2005 in a village in Macheng, Central China’s Hubei province, has faced various obstacles throughout his life — he lost his father at the age of five and moved in with his grandparents after his mother remarried. However, Hu’s passion for learning always ran high.(胡于2005年出生在中国中部湖北省麻城市的一个村庄，他一生都面临着各种各样的障碍——他在五岁时失去了父亲，在母亲再婚后搬到了祖父母家。然而，胡对学习的热情始终高涨。)”可知，尽管有许多困难，但他依然对学习很感兴趣。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中的“During the summer, Hu Miaokun, a 19-year-old diagnosed with congenital (先天的) deafness at the age of two, experienced a life-altering moment: he received acceptance letters from seven universities.(今年夏天，在2岁时被诊断出患有先天性耳聋、19岁的胡淼坤，经历了一个改变人生的时刻：他收到了七所大学的录取通知书。)”可知，本文主要围绕胡淼坤的求学成功之路展开，虽然他患有先天性耳聋，但他克服了种种困难，最终考入心仪大学，去追求自己的梦想，所以C项“听力受损青少年的大学成功之路”最适合作本文标题。故选C。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文04】（24-25高三上·江苏·阶段练习）“Keep learning and strive to be the best in your field” is the motto of Xu Zhenchao, a 74-year-old technician at Shandong Port Group’s Qingdao Port in Shandong province. It’s an ethic that has guided him throughout his career, leading to his recent recognition as a “People’s Craftsman”. When he started working at the port in 1974, he operated a lifting machine. To swiftly master the skill, Xu dedicated himself to practicing for hours and finally achieved proficiency. Xu's professionalism saw him selected as one of the first container bridge crane (起重机) operators in 1984. By studying diligently, Xu gradually became an expert in operating and repairing bridge cranes. In 2000, when the port initiated the construction of a new terminal. Xu was appointed as the chief commander overseeing the installation of cranes. After more than 40 days of hard work, a massive bridge crane, weighing l,300 metric tons and towering 75 meters high, finally stood on the expansive dock at Qianwan. The advanced crane equipment enabled Xu and his colleagues to set a world record for container handling by unloading 3,400 standard containers from a ship and loading them onto trucks in just six hours. In 2006, after two years of technical research and development, Xu and his team converted (改造) diesel-powered (柴油动力) tire cranes to run on electricity, saving the port 20 million yuan a year in operating costs and eliminating air pollution. “He is a man born for the port,” said Guo Lei, his apprentice (学徒), who is now an expert crane operator, “He shows technical workers the importance of learning and innovating.” 1．What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about? A．Xu’s anticipations. B．Xu’s achievements. C．Xu’s career challenges. D．Xu’s educational background. 2．What did Xu and his team achieve in 2006? A．Establishing a new terminal at Qianwan. B．Setting a world record for container handling C．Reducing cost and protecting the environment. D．Installing a massive bridge crane on the dock. 3．How does the author develop the text? A．By listing the causes. B．By comparing the contributions. C．By summarizing the events. D．By following the order of events, 4．What can we learn from Xu’s story? A．Two heads are better than one. B．A slow sparrow should make an early start C．Learning and innovating are key to success. D．Science and technology are the primary productive forces. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是记叙文。主要讲述了港口技术工人徐振超不断学习，努力钻研，成为了一名优秀的起重机操作员，并带领他的团队获得世界集装箱记录的故事。 1．主旨大意题 。根据第二段第一句“When he started working at the port in 1974, he operated a lifting machine. To swiftly master the skill, Xu dedicated himself to practicing for hours and finally achieved proficiency. (1974年，当他开始在港口工作时，他操作的是一台起重机。为了迅速掌握这项技能，徐投入了数小时的练习，最终达到了熟练的程度。)”和“By studying diligently, Xu gradually became an expert in operating and repairing bridge cranes. In 2000, when the port initiated the construction of a new terminal. Xu was appointed as the chief commander overseeing the installation of cranes. (通过努力学习，徐逐渐成为操作和修理桥式起重机的专家。2000年，当港口开始建设一个新的码头。徐被任命为监督起重机安装的总指挥。)”可知，本段主要讲述了徐振超的工作成就。故答案是B。 2．细节理解题 。根据第二段的“In 2006, after two years of technical research and development, Xu and his team converted(改造)diesel-powered(柴油动力)tire cranes to run on electricity, saving the port 20 million yuan a year in operating costs and eliminating air pollution.( 2006年，经过两年的技术研发，徐和他的团队将柴油驱动的轮胎起重机转换为电力驱动，每年为港口节省了2000万元的运营成本，并消除了空气污染。)”可知，徐和他的团队在2006年降低成本，保护环境。故答案是C。 3．推理判断题。根据文章中出现的“When he started working at the port in 1974, he operated a lifting machine.( 当他1974年开始在港口工作时，他操作的是起重机器。)”“ Xu's professionalism saw him selected as one of the first container bridge crane (起重机) operators in 1984.( 1984年，他被选为第一批集装箱桥式起重机操作员之一。)”“ In 2000, when the port initiated the construction of a new terminal. Xu was appointed as the chief commander overseeing the installation of cranes.( 2000年，当港口开始建设一个新的码头。徐被任命为监督起重机安装的总指挥。)”和“In 2006…”可推断，作者是通过遵循事件的顺序发展本文的。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段““He is a man born for the port,” said Guo Lei, his apprentice (学徒), who is now an expert crane operator, “He shows technical workers the importance of learning and innovating.” (“他是为港口而生的人，”他的徒弟郭磊说，“他向技术工人展示了学习和创新的重要性。”郭磊现在是一名专业的起重机操作员。)”以及全文内容可知，文章主要讲述港口技术工人徐振超不断学习，努力钻研，成为了一名优秀的起重机操作员，并带领他的团队获得世界集装箱记录的故事。从中我们可以学到学习和创新是成功的关键。故选C。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文05】（24-25高三上·江苏泰州·期中）“Four! ” My friend Kassie shouted from across the canal. I twisted in my ka yak seat to get a better look. Near the shore, one lo ne wheel stuck up over the water's surface. That's when I realized what Kassie was counting: drown shipping vehicles. We'd just begun a four-day kayaking trip along Scotland's Glasgow to Edinburgh Canoe Trail. Scotland has five canals, and its first canal, the Forth and Clyde, was built in 1768. Then, in1822, a second canal, called the Union, was completed, connecting the Forth and Clyde to Edinburgh. Elsewhere in the country, three other canals were built during the same time period. With the railways coming, the canals were used less often and were closed altogether in 1963. Soon they became filled with rubbish. Fortunately, around the 1980s, there were canal enthusiasts who started to clear the rubbish. Since then, things have changed. While changes are visible along much of the canal system, they're not obvious everywhere, which is why Kassie and I had no idea what to expect after the first day in Glasgow. Then we put in at Spiers Wharf near Glasgow. For the first few miles, the water quality was still bad. But the farther we paddled (用桨划船)outside of the city limits, the cleaner the water got. Soon, cherry trees stretched out over the water. As we floated through forests and under 100-year-old bridges, I realized an 18th-century industrial canal system that turned into rubbish-filled pools by the 1960s blossomed into a tourist destination. Thanks to the Falkirk Wheel, the world's first rotating (旋转的)boat lift, completed in 2002, the canals were reconnected for the first time in almost 70 years. Seemingly overnight, boating clubs, crew team boathouses and waterfront cafés have all appeared alongside the canals. In 2013, The Kelpies - the world's largest horse statues - were fixed in Falkirk. I pulled Kassie out of bed at 6 a. m. to visit them; we ran to watch the sun's first rays bathe their steel noses in gold. In that moment, I realized how the canals have inspired such artworks. 1．What caused the decline of Scotland's canals? A．The lack of financial support. B．The less dependence on waters. C．The development of technology. D．The increasing amount of rubbish. 2．What does the underlined word “blossomed” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．Researched. B．Developed. C．Entered. D．Fell. 3．What happened after the Falkirk Wheel was constructed? A．The local ecosystem improved. B．The transport became convenient. C．Artworks sprang up on the canals. D．Businesses boomed along the canals. 4．What does the text mainly talk about? A．The benefits of Scotland's canals. B．The features of Scotland's canals. C．The changes of Scotland's canals. D．The conditions of Scotland's canals. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了苏格兰运河从修建到衰落，再到重建成为旅游目的地的过程。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“With the railways coming, the canals were used less often and were closed altogether in 1963. (随着铁路的到来，运河的使用减少，并在1963年完全关闭。)”可推知，运河的衰落是因为铁路运输技术的发展导致的。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据文章第三段“…and under 100-year-old bridges, I realized an 18th-century industrial canal system that turned into rubbish-filled pools by the 1960s blossomed into a tourist destination. (在百年老桥下，我意识到一个18世纪的工业运河系统，从20世纪60年代变成了垃圾场，现在已经blossomed成了一个旅游景点。)”可推知，从20世纪60年代变成了垃圾场，现在已经发展成了一个旅游景点。blossomed指的是运河系统的“发展”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Seemingly overnight, boating clubs, crew team boathouses and waterfront cafés have all appeared alongside the canals. (似乎一夜之间，泛舟俱乐部、船队船屋和水边咖啡馆都出现在运河旁。)”可推知，福尔柯克轮建成后，沿运河的生意繁荣起来了。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文尤其是第二段“Scotland has five canals, and its first canal, the Forth and Clyde, was built in 1768. Then, in1822, a second canal, called the Union, was completed, connecting the Forth and Clyde to Edinburgh. Elsewhere in the country, three other canals were built during the same time period. With the railways coming, the canals were used less often and were closed altogether in 1963. Soon they became filled with rubbish. Fortunately, around the 1980s, there were canal enthusiasts who started to clear the rubbish. Since then, things have changed. (苏格兰有五条运河，第一条运河，福斯和克莱德运河，建于1768年。然后，在1822年，第二条运河，称为联盟，完成了，连接福斯和克莱德到爱丁堡。在这个国家的其他地方，在同一时期修建了另外三条运河。随着铁路的到来，运河的使用频率降低，并于1963年完全关闭。很快它们就被垃圾填满了。幸运的是，在20世纪80年代左右，一些运河爱好者开始清理垃圾。从那以后，情况发生了变化。)”可知，文章主要讲述了苏格兰运河从修建到衰落，再到重建成为旅游目的地的过程。所以短文主要关于苏格兰运河的变化。故选C。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文06】（24-25高三上·江苏南京·阶段练习）My initial exploration of the world of comic books happened through the comic strips in newspapers. It began with a fondness for Garfield and his adventures, and led to the discovery of a range of comic books like Champak, Tintin, and Archie. They enabled me to enjoy myself in a world without iPads and the Internet ― just like so many of my friends who were fond of reading. While my access to comics as a child was limited to what was printed in the newspaper, this changed once I grew older and started visiting bookstores to buy the books that I wanted to read. Having grown up on a diet of image-heavy books, I found the idea of reading text-only novels quite formidable. As I searched for books that lay somewhere in between, I came across a copy of Bhimayana ― a graphic novel. It felt familiar due to its comic-like theme and design. Plus, understanding complex narratives through pictures was relatively easier and more fun. And so, as I grew older, I found myself transitioning towards graphic novels from childish comic books. Graphic novels dealt with serious topics in a more engaging manner. They would literally show me what was going on. For example, when I was reading Joe Sacco’s Palestine, I didn’t have to imagine the ruin caused by the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. I could actually see it while reading about it. Fast-forward a few years to when I was given a copy of Jonathan Bloomfield’s Palestine: A Novel. Though I was impressed by the compelling (扣人心弦的) nature of storytelling in his book, I am not sure if I would have been able to visualize and enjoy his text-only version so much had I not read Sacco’s Palestine first. Thanks to the graphic novel, I had a “picture” of whatever had happened, and that made it easier and more fun to understand the details of the overall story. From black and white strips and colorful comic books to illustrated graphic novels, this type of storytelling has come a long way. While my romance with comic books is still ongoing, in the long run, my love for graphic novels is more substantial and here to stay. 1．Why did the author turn to comic books as a child? A．He found comic books interesting. B．He had limited access to other books. C．He wanted to be different from his friends. D．He could relax from reading text-only books. 2．Which word can best explain the underlined word “formidable” in paragraph 2? A．Acceptable. B．Natural. C．Scary. D．Appealing. 3．What does the author say about reading Sacco’s Palestine? A．It encouraged him to read more text-only novels. B．It improved his understanding of Bloomfield’s book. C．It introduced him to a compelling style of storytelling. D．It changed his attitude to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. 4．What does the author mainly talk about in the passage? A．Comic books are more than comic. B．Why he loves reading graphic novels. C．Why he turned to serious novels eventually. D．Picture books are here to stay for many reasons. 【答案】1．A ．C 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者从小时候喜欢漫画书到长大后喜欢图像小说的经历，以及图像小说如何帮助作者更好地理解和享受阅读。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“It began with a fondness for Garfield and his adventures, and led to the discovery of a range of comic books like Champak, Tintin, and Archie. They enabled me to enjoy myself in a world without iPads and the Internet ― just like so many of my friends who were fond of reading.(这一切始于对加菲猫及其冒险的喜爱，由此我发现了一系列漫画书，如《Champak》、《丁丁历险记》和《阿奇漫画》。它们让我在没有iPad和互联网的世界里享受乐趣——就像我的许多喜欢阅读的朋友一样)”可知，作者小时候喜欢漫画书是因为他觉得它们很有趣。故选A项。 2．词句猜测题。根据划线词所在句“While my access to comics as a child was limited to what was printed in the newspaper, this changed once I grew older and started visiting bookstores to buy the books that I wanted to read. Having grown up on a diet of image-heavy books, I found the idea of reading text-only novels quite formidable. (当我还是个孩子的时候，我接触到的漫画仅限于报纸上印刷的内容，但当我长大后开始去书店买我想读的书时，这种情况就改变了。由于我是看着满是图片的书长大的，所以我觉得只读文字的小说这个想法很______。)”以及后文“As I searched for books that lay somewhere in between, I came across a copy of Bhimayana ― a graphic novel.(当我在寻找介于两者之间的书籍时，我偶然发现了一本《Bhimayana》——一本图像小说)”可知，作者从小接触的是满是图片的漫画书，所以当接触到只有文字的小说时，会觉得有些可怕或难以接受，因此才会去寻找介于两者之间的图像小说。故划线词formidable在此处意为“可怕的”，与scary同义。故选C项。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“Though I was impressed by the compelling (扣人心弦的) nature of storytelling in his book, I am not sure if I would have been able to visualize and enjoy his text-only version so much had I not read Sacco’s Palestine first. Thanks to the graphic novel, I had a ‘picture’ of whatever had happened, and that made it easier and more fun to understand the details of the overall story. (虽然我被他书中扣人心弦的故事讲述所吸引，但如果我先没有读过Sacco的《Palestine》，我不确定我是否能够如此生动地想象并享受他的纯文本版本。多亏了这本图像小说，我对所发生的事情有了“画面”，这让我更容易也更有趣地理解整个故事的细节)”可知，作者认为读过Sacco的《Palestine》后，他能够更好地理解和享受Bloomfield的纯文本小说。故选B项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，特别是根据最后一段“From black and white strips and colorful comic books to illustrated graphic novels, this type of storytelling has come a long way. While my romance with comic books is still ongoing, in the long run, my love for graphic novels is more substantial and here to stay. (从黑白条幅、彩色漫画书到插图图像小说，这种讲故事的方式已经走过了很长的路。虽然我对漫画书的热爱仍在继续，但从长远来看，我对图像小说的热爱更加深厚，并将持续下去)”可知，文章主要讲述了作者为什么喜欢阅读图像小说。故选B项。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文07】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）It was the first day of my track (田径) practice. I was already up and dressed. I was shocked when I saw Mum trying to feed my big brother. “Mum, aren’t you going to take me to track right now?” I exclaimed, my left leg already shaking with anxiety. I hated being late. “Oh, I don’t have the time to take you today.” I gave a side-eye to my brother. He was 14, but had the mental age of one. It wasn’t the first time she had canceled on something because of my brother. My brother is six years older than me. His autism (自闭症) seemed to only get worse. With every passing year, I felt like my parents prioritized my brother over me more and more. I rarely got time or attention from them. Two years later, my brother was taken to the hospital in the middle of one night. He had a high fever. It wasn’t the most severe, but any time he had a health concern, my parents immediately took him to the hospital, just in case. “I just wish he was able to have a normal life. He deserves it, and so does she.” Mum talked guiltily on the phone with her friend, tears streaming down her face. Asking my parents to take me to places and let me pursue activities seemed impossible in 8th and 9th grade. Then I noticed that high school came with newfound independence. Mum never said no to me, because she didn’t have to. All I needed was her approval to go places. On the last day of my freshman year, my friends and I went to the same cafe we went to every Friday. Sitting there, we reflected on the stories of the past year. I realized I had built a great group of friends who made me feel cared for. After all these years, I learned that my brother’s autism wasn’t a situation anyone could change. I could either learn to deal with it or give my parents a hard time. I picked the former. Feeling bitter and impatient won’t make anyone’s life easier. I needed to find other avenues to get my needs for attention met, which I found in my friends and peers. It isn’t ideal, but neither is life. 1．Why was the author upset with her mother? A．Her mother forgot her track practice. B．Her mother always put her brother first. C．Her mother changed the plan last minute. D．Her mother was always late for any event. 2．What can you infer from paragraph 2? A．The author lost confidence in her brother. B．The mother tried to consult many doctors. C．The author offered her brother much care. D．The mother loved both children equally. 3．What helped the author feel more at peace regarding her family? A．Increased attention from her parents. B．Improvement of her brother’s health. C．Formation of her own circle of friends. D．Shifting focus to academic performance. 4．What did the author want to highlight in the last paragraph? A．It is necessary to accept imperfection in life. B．It matters to prioritize personal achievements. C．It is critical to get along well with a brother. D．It pays to gain more attention from parents. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者的哥哥患有自闭症，因此父母总是以哥哥为先，让作者很沮丧，后来作者长大建立了自己的圈子，感到更平静了。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“It wasn’t the first time she had canceled on something because of my brother.(这不是她第一次因为我哥哥而取消某事了)”和第二段“My brother is six years older than me. His autism (自闭症) seemed to only get worse. With every passing year, I felt like my parents prioritized my brother over me more and more. I rarely got time or attention from them.(我哥哥比我大六岁。他的自闭症似乎愈演愈烈。随着时间的流逝，我觉得我的父母越来越把我哥哥放在首位。我很少得到他们的时间或关注)”可知，作者对她的母亲感到沮丧是因为她妈妈总是把哥哥放在第一位。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段““I just wish he was able to have a normal life. He deserves it, and so does she.” Mum talked guiltily on the phone with her friend, tears streaming down her face.(“我只希望他能过上正常的生活。他应得的，她也是。”妈妈在电话里内疚地和她的朋友交谈，眼泪从脸上流下来)”推知，母亲平等的爱着两个孩子。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“I realized I had built a great group of friends who made me feel cared for.(我意识到我已经建立了一群很棒的朋友圈，他们让我感到被关心)”可知，建立自己的朋友圈让作者对她的家庭感到更平静。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“I could either learn to deal with it or give my parents a hard time. I picked the former. Feeling bitter and impatient won’t make anyone’s life easier. I needed to find other avenues to get my needs for attention met, which I found in my friends and peers. It isn’t ideal, but neither is life.(我要么学会处理它，要么让我的父母不好过。我选择了前者。感到痛苦和不耐烦不会让任何人的生活更轻松。我需要寻找其他途径来满足我对关注的需求，我在朋友和同龄人身上找到了这种途径。它不理想，但生活也不会理想)”可知，作者在最后一段想强调接受生活中的不完美是必要的。故选A。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文08】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）My decision to take Professor Browne’s history class 14 years ago was about as random as drawing a name out of a hat for the office Christmas gift exchange. I had one class I needed to take to graduate. It had to be a night class because I had begun working fulltime for a Member of Parliament. With few options for my history major, unwillingly registered for a Wednesday night seminar (研讨班) on Confederation. I had been a good but lazy student in high school. University was a rude awakening. Spending much time on partying, I remained a solid B and C student, Now I just wanted that diploma (毕业文凭). Professor Browne was a slight man wearing glasses, with a British accent. He always wore the same jacket. He referred to us formally. I was Miss Switocz, which he pronounced correctly, first try. And he was demanding. Two major papers were required, as were weekly assignments. Professor Browne was a well-regarded scholar of Canadian constitutional history. But he liked discussing grammar and language even more than the nation’s past. He referred to Henry Fowler’s A Dictionary of Modern English Usage often as the final authority on all written English. He returned our assignments full of red markings. Every grammar failure was corrected, many sentences were improved and our thinking was challenged. A few weeks into the term, I worked harder on every assignment. As stressed as I was about the work the course required, I came to look forward to the class. I was awestruck that anyone could he so passionate about language and words. When I received my grade at the end of the course, I was excited to receive my first A．I had measured up to Professor Browne’s expectations, From Professor Browne, I learned to love language and the written word. I discovered the intense satisfaction of digging deep to produce my best. And I never had another teacher like him. 1．Why did the author take Professor Browne’s history class? A．To obtain a degree. B．To start a new major in university. C．To meet her job requirements. D．To make up for her academic failures, 2．What can we learn about Professor Browne? A．He disliked written assignments. B．He was particular about language C．He was an English grammar scholar. D．He disagreed with Henry Fowler's many thoughts. 3．How did the author change after taking the class for weeks? A．She decided to give it up. B．She became a solid A student. C．She developed a liking for it. D．She felt more and more stressed, 4．What influence did Professor Browne have on the author? A．She became a language teacher. B．She learned to set realistic expectations. C．She began to find satisfaction from small things. D．She became a pursuer of highest possible attainments. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者14年前偶然选择了布朗教授的加拿大联邦制历史研讨班，并在布朗教授的严格要求下，逐渐对语言和文字产生了热爱，并收获了人生中第一个A的故事。 1．细节理解题。由文章第一段中的“I had one class I needed to take to graduate. It had to be a night class because I had begun working full-time for a Member of Parliament. With few options for my history major, I unwillingly registered for a Wednesday night seminar on Confederation.(我需要修一门课才能毕业。它必须是晚上的课，因为我已经开始为一位议员全职工作。由于我的历史专业选择不多，我勉强注册了一个周三晚上的关于联邦制的研讨会。)”可知，作者需要修一门课才能毕业，因此选择了布朗教授的历史课。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。由文章第四段中的“He referred to Henry Fowler’s A Dictionary of Modern English Usage often as the final authority on all written English. He returned our assignments full of red markings. Every grammar failure was corrected, many sentences were improved and our thinking was challenged.(他经常引用亨利·福勒的《现代英语用法词典》作为所有书面英语的最终权威。他批改我们的作业，满是红色的标记。每一个语法错误都被纠正，许多句子得到了改进，我们的思维也受到了挑战。)”可知，布朗教授批改作者作业时给出满是红色的标记，纠正很多的语法错误，改进了许多句子，由此可知，布朗教授对语言要求很严格。故选B项。 3．细节理解题。由文章第五段中的“A few weeks into the term, I worked harder on every assignment. As stressed as I was about the work the course required, I came to look forward to the class.(开学几周后，我对每一项作业都更加努力了。尽管我对这门课程要求的作业感到很有压力，但我还是开始期待上课了。)”可知，作者在上了几周的课后，对这门课程产生了喜欢。故选C项。 4．推理判断题。由文章最后一段中的“From Professor Browne, I learned to love language and the written word. I discovered the intense satisfaction of digging deep to produce my best. And I never had another teacher like him.(从布朗教授那里，我学会了热爱语言和文字。我发现深入挖掘自己以做到最好的那种深深的满足感。我从来没有遇到过像他这样的老师。)”可知，作者学会了热爱语言和文字，深入挖掘自己以做到最好的那种深深的满足感即布朗教授对作者的影响是让她成为了追求尽可能高成就的人。故选D项。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文09】（24-25高三上·江苏镇江·期中）Heman Bekele whipped up the most dangerous of what he called his “potions” when he was just 7 years old. He’d been conducting his own science experiments with keen interest for about three years by that point, mixing up whatever he could get his hands on at home and waiting eagerly to see the results. Last October, the 3M company and Discovery Education selected Heman, a rising 10th-grader, as the winner of its Young Scientist Challenge. His prize: $25,000. His accomplishment: inventing a soap that could one day treat and even prevent multiple forms of skin cancer. Born in Addis Ababa before moving to the U. S., Heman recalls that some of his earliest memories were of seeing laborers working in the burning sun, usually with no protection for their skin. It didn’t take too long for him to start thinking about how he might help. A few years ago, he read about imiquimod, a drug that is approved to fight one form of skin cancer. Typically, imiquimod is prescribed as a front-line drug, but Heman wondered if it could be made available more easily to people in the earliest stages of the disease. A bar of soap, he thought, might be just the delivery system for such a lifesaving drug, not just because it was simple, but because it would be a lot more affordable. There was a long way to go between inspiration and application, however. Carrying out his idea was more complicated than simply mixing the drug into an ordinary bar of soap, since any healing power the imiquimod might possess would just be washed down the drain. The answer was to combine the soap with a lipid-based (脂质基) nanoparticle (纳米颗粒) that would stay on the skin when the soap was washed away. Heman remains humble about what he’s accomplished. “Anybody could do what I did,” he says. “I just came up with an idea and worked towards it.” 1．What can we infer about Heman’s personality as a young boy according to paragraph 1? A．Ambitious and tolerant. B．Curious and passionate. C．Hardworking and athletic. D．Generous and determined. 2．What inspired Heman to invent the new type of soap? A．His desire to help those in need. B．His passion for science research. C．His dream of winning the prize. D．His pursuit of public recognition. 3．Why does Heman consider soap the best option for delivering the drug? A．It contains imiquimod. B．It provides shelter from sun exposure. C．It reduces side effects. D．It is inexpensive and accessible. 4．What does paragraph 5 mainly talk about? A．The application of Heman’s soap in daily life B．The development of soap-making technology. C．Difficulty and resolution in delivering imiquimod. D．Process and requirements of using the special soap. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一位14岁学生Heman Bekele，通过自身努力和不断寻求帮助，发明了一种普通人能负担起的抗击皮肤癌的肥皂，因此获得了“美国顶尖年轻科学家”的称号。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“He’d been conducting his own science experiments with keen interest for about three years by that point, mixing up whatever he could get his hands on at home and waiting eagerly to see the results.(到那时，他已经怀着浓厚的兴趣进行了大约三年的科学实验，把他在家里能弄到的东西混在一起，热切地等待着看到结果)”可知，赫曼作为一个小男孩好奇，并且充满热情。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“Born in Addis Ababa before moving to the U. S., Heman recalls that some of his earliest memories were of seeing laborers working in the burning sun, usually with no protection for their skin.(赫曼在搬到美国之前出生在亚的斯亚贝巴，他回忆说，他最早的记忆是看到工人在烈日下工作，通常没有保护他们的皮肤)”以及第四段“It didn’t take too long for him to start thinking about how he might help.(没过多久，他就开始考虑自己能帮上什么忙)”可知，想帮助那些需要帮助的人激发了赫曼发明这种新型肥皂。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“A bar of soap, he thought, might be just the delivery system for such a lifesaving drug, not just because it was simple, but because it would be a lot more affordable.(他想，一块肥皂可能就是这种救命药物的输送系统，不仅因为它简单，而且因为它更便宜)”可知，赫曼认为肥皂是输送药物的最佳选择因为它既便宜又容易获得。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。根据第五段“There was a long way to go between inspiration and application, however. Carrying out his idea was more complicated than simply mixing the drug into an ordinary bar of soap, since any healing power the imiquimod might possess would just be washed down the drain. The answer was to combine the soap with a lipid-based (脂质基) nanoparticle (纳米颗粒) that would stay on the skin when the soap was washed away.(然而，从灵感到应用还有很长的路要走。实现他的想法比简单地将药物混合到一块普通肥皂中要复杂得多，因为咪喹莫特可能具有的任何治疗能力都将被冲入下水道。答案是将肥皂与一种脂质纳米颗粒结合起来，当肥皂被洗掉时，纳米颗粒会留在皮肤上)”可知，第5段主要讲了传递咪喹莫特的困难及解决办法。故选C。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文10】（24-25高三上·江苏扬州·期中）Flowers, ocean waves, animals, totem (图腾): Sitting in his northeast Beijing studio, Cai Honghao hammers on a piece of cow leather, bringing to life a new design. Cai, 41, is one of China’s few leather crafters. He began crafting leather six years ago when he was the creative director of an advertising company. Fed up with the stress of his job, Cai declined to renew his contract last year. He is now devoted to leather crafting. “It’s great fun as I try new designs and make it more challenging.” Each work undergoes many stages, from drawing pictures on paper to coloring the crafted leather. He does it all himself, but sometimes his wife helps. The back of the leather should be pasted on paper to prevent changing the shape, and then covered with tape to seal it during coloring. Cai also sprays water on the surface to make the leather easier to work. His 70-square-meter studio is filled with leather and tools. Pens are used to carve the outline of the pattern, while different machines create the shallow holes on the leather. The patterns become vivid under Cai’s hammers and shaping tools. For a bag or belt, he also sews pieces of leather together, and a work can take a week to several months, with the prices up to tens of thousands of yuan. “It is an extremely complicated and time-consuming process,” he says. His shoulders can ache after bending over his worktop day and night. “But I enjoy it, and my family are keen on my art. Otherwise, they would not let me do this fulltime.” Cai hopes to realize the beauty of ancient Chinese paintings that are full of Chinese flavor. “Now my dream is realized,” he says. His next project is an exhibition of his work. 1．Why did Cai Honghao leave his job last year? A．He was forced by his contract. B．He was fond of advertising. C．He was tired of the pressure. D．He was blamed by the director. 2．What does Paragraph 3 mainly tell us? A．The effectiveness of Cai’s skills. B．The efficiency of Cai’s machines. C．The complexity of leather crafting. D．The diversity of rare leather works. 3．What can best describe his commitment to the shoulder-aching job? A．Do not put off until tomorrow what you love to do at this moment. B．Do what you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life. C．Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise. D．If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t, change your attitude. 4．What is his family members’ attitude? A．Favorable. B．Doubtful. C．Indifferent. D．Unclear. 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 4．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，主要围绕蔡洪浩展开，详细介绍了他的身份、职业转变经历以及他从事皮革手工艺制作的具体过程、对这份工作的感受和期望等内容。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“Fed up with the stress of his job, Cai declined to renew his contract last year. (由于厌倦了工作的压力，蔡洪浩去年拒绝续签合同”可知，他辞去工作的原因是因为厌倦了压力。故选C项。 2．主旨大意题。根据第三段首句“Each work undergoes many stages, from drawing pictures on paper to coloring the crafted leather.(每件作品都要经历多个阶段，从在纸上绘图到给制作好的皮革上色)”及全段内容可知，这段主要介绍了皮革工艺的复杂性。故选C项。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“His shoulders can ache after bending over his worktop day and night. ‘But I enjoy it, and my family are keen on my art. Otherwise, they would not let me do this fulltime.’ (他日日夜夜俯身于工作台后，肩膀会酸痛。“但我很享受这个过程，而且我的家人也很喜欢我的艺术作品。否则，他们是不会让我全职做这个的。”)”可知，他因为热爱皮革制作，即便过程辛苦也甘之如饴。与B选项“做你热爱的事，这辈子你就感觉不到是在工作”表达一致。故选B项。 4．推理判断题。根据第四段“‘But I enjoy it, and my family are keen on my art. Otherwise, they would not let me do this fulltime.’ (但我很享受这个过程，而且我的家人也很喜欢我的艺术作品。否则，他们是不会让我全职做这个的。) ”可知，他的家人支持他从事皮革工艺。故选A项。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文11】（24-25高三上·江苏·期中）In a bustling city far away, a middle - aged man named Mr. Thompson was in an indescribable state of turmoil. His heart was heavy with worry as he had just received the heart-wrenching news that his beloved daughter, Lily, had fallen seriously ill. Lily was hospitalized back in their hometown, and every passing second felt like an eternity to Mr. Thompson. Without a moment’s hesitation, he managed to secure the earliest flight ticket available, desperate to be by her side as quickly as possible. With his mind solely focused on reaching his daughter, he rushed to the airport. However, his nightmare seemed to compound when he arrived at the check-in counter. The airline staff informed him with great regret that his passport had expired. The color drained from his face as he realized the gravity of the situation. It was as if the world had come crashing down around him. Time was slipping through his fingers like sand, and each minute that he was delayed could mean a great deal for his daughter’s well-being. In a frantic state, he hailed a cab and sped towards the passport office. By the time he reached there, the sun had already set, and the normal working hours were long over. The usually busy office now had an eerie silence, and the dimly lit corridors seemed to echo his despair. To his utter astonishment, as he approached the relevant department, he saw a young man, Mr. Lee, still sitting at his desk. Mr. Lee had been just about to leave after a long and tiring day at work. But when he caught sight of Mr. Thompson’s distraught face and heard his desperate story, he felt a pang of sympathy. Without a second thought, he decided to stay back and assist Mr. Thompson with the complex and time-consuming passport renewal process. The renewal process was no easy feat. There were numerous forms to fill, documents to verify, and systems to update. Mr. Lee worked meticulously, double-checking every detail to ensure there were no errors. Every now and then, he would glance at Mr. Thompson, whose face was etched with anxiety and impatience, and offer him words of comfort. After what seemed like an endless ordeal, the passport was finally renewed. Mr. Thompson was overcome with emotion. He could barely find the words to express his gratitude towards Mr. Lee. With the renewed passport in hand, he rushed back to the airport, just in time to catch his flight. As the plane took off, he looked out of the window with a mixture of relief and hope, knowing that he was one step closer to being with his daughter. 1．What was the main reason for Mr. Thompson’s anxiety? A．He had lost his job and couldn’t afford his daughter’s treatment. B．His daughter was seriously ill and he needed to get to her quickly. C．He was in debt and was worried about financial problems. D．He had an argument with his family members. 2．What happened to Mr. Thompson at the airport? A．His luggage was overweight. B．He was stopped because of security issues. C．He found out his passport had expired. D．He realized he had forgotten his daughter’s address. 3．Why was Mr. Thompson surprised when he arrived at the passport office? A．The office was in chaos. B．There was no one there. C．A young man was still working despite the late hour. D．The office was closed for renovation. 4．What did Mr. Lee do for Mr. Thompson? A．He just gave him some advice and then left. B．He stayed and carefully handled the passport renewal process. C．He drove Mr. Thompson to the airport. D．He contacted the hospital to update them on Mr. Thompson’s situation. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了一位名叫汤普森先生的中年男子因为女儿病重需要尽快回去，结果到机场发现自己的护照过期了。他到达护照办公室时发现没有人，幸亏得到了李先生的帮助。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“His heart was heavy with worry as he had just received the heart-wrenching news that his beloved daughter, Lily, had fallen seriously ill. Lily was hospitalized back in their hometown, and every passing second felt like an eternity to Mr. Thompson.(他的心因忧虑而沉重，因为他刚刚收到他深爱的女儿莉莉身患重病的令人心碎的消息。莉莉回到家乡住院治疗，汤普森先生觉得每一秒都像过了永恒)”可知，汤普森先生焦虑的主要原因是他的女儿病得很重，他需要尽快去看她。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“However, his nightmare seemed to compound when he arrived at the check-in counter. The airline staff informed him with great regret that his passport had expired.(然而，当他到达办理登机手续的柜台时，他的噩梦似乎加剧了。航空公司工作人员非常遗憾地通知他，他的护照过期了)”可知，汤普森先生在机场发现他的护照过期了。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段“To his utter astonishment, as he approached the relevant department, he saw a young man, Mr. Lee, still sitting at his desk.(令他大为吃惊的是，当他走近有关部门时，他看到一个年轻人，李先生，仍然坐在他的办公桌前)”可知，汤普森先生到达护照办公室时感到惊讶因为那里没有人。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“Mr. Lee had been just about to leave after a long and tiring day at work. But when he caught sight of Mr. Thompson’s distraught face and heard his desperate story, he felt a pang of sympathy. Without a second thought, he decided to stay back and assist Mr. Thompson with the complex and time-consuming passport renewal process.(在漫长而疲惫的一天工作后，李先生正准备离开。但当他看到汤普森先生悲痛欲绝的脸，听到他绝望的故事时，他感到一阵同情。他不假思索地决定留下来，协助汤普森完成复杂而耗时的护照更新程序)”可知，李先生留了下来，认真办理了护照更新手续。故选B。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文12】（24-25高三上·江苏苏州·期中）Cecily Eklund has always adored her baby dolls (洋娃娃). When she was six, she needed them more than ever: She had to go through brain-cancer surgery and MRI scans, but she was told she couldn’t take her favourite dolls with her into the magnetic (磁性的) machine because they had metal in them. So Cecily and her mom, Cathy — a home-schooler of seven kids and a professional doll maker in Westlock — got creative. Together, they made a special doll, using weighted glass and other MRI-safe materials, that could stay with Cecily during the long imaging appointments. Besides the materials it was made with, the doll was unique in that it had no facial features. “That’s so they can have any emotion,” says Cecily, who was inspired to create these dolls, called “Blessing Babies”, for other sick kids. She and her mom began creating more, donating some to children’s hospitals and selling others to fundraise. Due to high demand, they invited other doll makers to work alongside them. Soon, doll makers worldwide also began contributing, sending boxes of their handmade dolls to support the cause. Cecily’s initiatives grew. She began selling handmade furry puppies and inspirational clothing patches, in addition to running toy drives and fundraisers for various charities. Including monetary and gift donations, Cecily has raised more than $200,000 so far. Cecily’s generosity caught the attention of another well-known Edmontonian, the Oilers’ power forward Evander Kane, who met her in the press box at a game, when he was recovering from an injured wrist. Kane gave her a shirt with his name on it, and in exchange she gave him a patch that read “Scars are tattoos (纹身) with better stories.” Today Cecily calls herself a brain-cancer survivor and “childhood cancer awareness fighter”, but she is still followed closely by her team at the children’s hospital. When asked for advice on successful fundraising, she emphasizes the importance of generosity. “You don’t get poor by giving,” Cecily says “Because you always get something back, one way or another.” 1．Why did Cecily need her baby dolls more at the age of 6? A．Because they were very adorable. B．Because they could treat her illness. C．Because they could offer her comfort. D．Because they all had metal in them. 2．What makes “Blessing Babies” unique? A．They are made with simple glass. B．They have no facial expressions. C．They help raise money for charities. D．They are produced by sick children. 3．Why does the author mention Evander Kane? A．To highlight his wrist injuries. B．To stress his global popularity. C．To explain the reasons for Cecily’s efforts. D．To show the impact of Cecily’s generosity. 4．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A．Generosity: the Key to Friendship B．Baby Dolls: the Comfort to Kids C．Creating Comforts for Kids with Cancer D．A Little Fighter against Childhood Cancer 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Cecily Eklund在六岁时因脑癌手术需要特殊的洋娃娃，她和母亲制作了无金属的洋娃娃，并将其捐赠给儿童医院，通过各种筹款活动为癌症儿童提供支持。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段中“When she was six, she needed them more than ever: She had to go through brain-cancer surgery and MRI scans (当她六岁的时候，她比以往任何时候都更需要它们：她必须接受脑癌手术和核磁共振扫描)”和第二段中“Together, they made a special doll, using weighted glass and other MRI-safe materials, that could stay with Cecily during the long imaging appointments. (他们一起用加重玻璃和其他核磁共振安全材料制作了一个特殊的娃娃，可以在长时间的成像检查中陪伴塞西莉)”可推知，Cecily在6岁的时候更需要这些娃娃，是因为它们能给生病的她带来安慰。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Besides the materials it was made with, the doll was unique in that it had no facial features. (除了制作它的材料，这个娃娃的独特之处在于它没有面部特征)”可知，这些洋娃娃的独特之处在于它们没有面部表情。故选B项。 3．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“Cecily’s generosity caught the attention of another well-known Edmontonian, the Oilers’ power forward Evander Kane, who met her in the press box at a game, when he was recovering from an injured wrist. (Cecily的慷慨引起了另一位埃德蒙顿人的注意，他是Oiler队的大前锋Evander Kane，他在一场比赛的记者席上遇到了她，当时他正从手腕受伤中恢复)”可知，Cecily的慷慨甚至引起了知名人士的注意。由此可知，提到Evander Kane是为了表明Cecily的慷慨所带来的影响。故选D项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第三段中““That’s so they can have any emotion,” says Cecily, who was inspired to create these dolls, called “Blessing Babies”, for other sick kids. (“这样它们就可以有任何情感，” Cecily说，她受到启发，为其他生病的孩子制作了这些名为“祝福宝宝”的洋娃娃)”可知，文章主要讲述了Cecily Eklund在六岁时因脑癌手术需要特殊的洋娃娃，她和母亲制作了无金属的洋娃娃，并将其捐赠给儿童医院，通过各种筹款活动为癌症儿童提供支持的故事。因此，C项“为癌症儿童创造安慰”概括了Cecily的善行，最适合作为文章标题。故选C项。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文13】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·阶段练习）Going into my Ph.D．program, I knew I loved to communicate science to the public as much as I liked doing science. But research soon consumed most of my time. The more absorbed I was in practicing science, the more I felt I was losing touch with the bigger picture of why it matters. I was in desperate need of a getaway, so I got to spend a weekend with some family and friends. They were excited to share stories about the latest books they'd consumed. Yet I couldn't remember the last book I had read for fun. And I also found myself mostly talking about my research. As I struggled to convey its broader relevance, I noticed the enthusiasm in my voice disappeared. “Is my Ph.D．killing my love of science?” I thought. When I returned home, I resolved to dedicate more of my time to reading for pleasure. I was recommended a science fiction book, so I started with that. It was like nothing I had ever read before. I was struck by the scientifically reasonable technologies and scenes. It was refreshing to think about science in a new way. I kept reading science fiction after I finished my Ph.D．But I still hadn't gotten back to communicating science to the public. Then, one night I found myself in a conversation with my new colleagues about science fiction concepts. One invited me to speak at the pop culture lecture. Then the day came. After I finished my lecture, I was surrounded with enthusiastic audience. It suddenly occurred to me that this was my path back to science communication. Since then, I've given more than 20 talks. I'm glad science fiction gave me a way to break out. It not only provided something fun to do in my spare time but also helped me professionally, fueling my ability to communicate the wonders of science to the public. 1．What happened to the author at that weekend? A．He understood broader relevance of science. B．He realized his passion for science faded away. C．He found his memory was declining with time. D．He managed to share his knowledge of science. 2．Why did the author find science fiction appealing? A．It offered him a new angle to science. B．It could explain physical phenomena. C．He wanted to find inspirations from it. D．He wanted to put his knowledge to use. 3．What can we learn from paragraph 4? A．My conversation with colleagues was boring. B．Science fictions inspired my love for science. C．My lecture was well received by the audience. D．The audience were all enthusiastic science lovers. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．A successful lecture could make a big difference. B．It was of great importance to read science fictions. C．My Ph.D program took my interest in science away. D．Science fiction aided me to be a science communicator. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。作者因从事科研一直忙于实验室工作，无法向大众普及科学知识，后来他成功地通过结合科幻小说来向大众普及科学知识，重拾了对科学的热情。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“As I struggled to convey its broader relevance, I noticed the enthusiasm in my voice disappeared. “Is my Ph.D. killing my love of science?” I thought.(当我努力传达它更广泛的相关性时，我注意到我声音里的热情消失了。“这是我的博士学位扼杀了我对科学的热爱吗？”我想)”可知，在那个周末，作者意识到他对科学的热情消退了。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“It was refreshing to think about science in a new way.(以一种新的方式思考科学真是令人耳目一新)”可知，作者觉得科幻小说很有吸引力，因为它为他提供了一个研究科学的新角度。故选A项。 3．推理判断题。根据文章第四段“After I finished my lecture, I was surrounded with enthusiastic audience.(我讲完后，我周围都是热情的观众)”可推知，作者的演讲受到了观众的欢迎。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“I'm glad science fiction gave me a way to break out. It not only provided something fun to do in my spare time but also helped me professionally, fueling my ability to communicate the wonders of science to the public.(我很高兴科幻小说给了我一条出路。它不仅在我的业余时间提供了一些有趣的事情，而且在专业上对我有帮助，增强了我向公众传播科学奇迹的能力)”可知，在接触科幻小说后，他的向大众普及科学知识的愿望实现了。由此可知，短文主要关于科幻小说帮助作者成为一名科学传播者的。故选D项。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文14】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）In her tiny Athens apartment, 93-year-old Ioanna Matsouka has knitted thousands of brightly colored scarves for children in need from Greece to Ukraine, and she has no plans to quit just yet. “Until I die, I will be knitting,” Matsouka says. Since she took up knitting in the 1990s, Matsouka has easily made over 3,000 scarves, her daughter estimates. In the hallway by the door, shopping bags filled with her latest creations await their new home. A knitted blanket is thrown over the sofa where she spends her days. Initially distributed to friends, the scarves were later contributed to children’s shelters across Greece as the stock expanded. Then, through acquaintances, they reached children in Bosnia and Ukraine. The latest batch of 70 went to a refugee camp near Athens this winter via the UN refugee agency. Her daughter, Angeliki, narrates drawings and mails her mother has received over the years: “Thank you, be well, keep going. You gave joy to children, you gave joy to people.” That’s her only reward: a letter, a few words. Matsouka knits one scarf a day, now with small imperfections. Her vision is impaired and she suffers from severe facial pain, a condition known as trigeminal neuralgia (三叉神经痛). Angeliki says her mother is an example of resilience and optimism. Matsouka wakes up every morning, drinks a glass of milk, puts on her pearl earrings and gets to work. She takes a break for lunch and a nap, and then painstakingly knits into the night. She may have even found the secret to a long life in it, she says. “It’s the happiness I get from giving,” she says, sitting beside a big blue bag brimming with yarn (纱线). “Until I die, I will be knitting,” Matsouka says. Her knitting needles click through her expert fingers, her nails painted red. “It brings me joy to share them.” 1．What did the scarves begin as? A．Presents to acquaintances. B．Initiatives for fundraising. C．Donation to a refugee camp. D．Stock for children’s shelters. 2．What can be inferred about Matsouka from paragraph 4? A．She yields to her severely impaired vision. B．She wakes up every morning due to facial pain. C．She continues knitting despite her health challenges. D．She is only rewarded with drawings from her daughter. 3．Which of the following words fail to describe Matsouka? A．Resilient and reserved. B．Optimistic and generous. C．Persevering and passionate. D．Responsible and sympathetic. 4．What message does the article mainly convey? A．The eye is bigger than the belly. B．Giving is better than accepting. C．An early bird catches the worm. D．A rolling stone gathers no moss. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了93岁的希腊老奶奶伊奥安娜•马苏卡的故事，她编织了数千条色彩鲜艳的围巾，捐赠给了希腊、波斯尼亚和乌克兰等地需要帮助的儿童。 1．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Initially distributed to friends, the scarves were later contributed to children’s shelters across Greece as the stock expanded.(这些围巾最初分发给朋友，后来随着库存的增加，它们被捐赠给了希腊各地的儿童收容所。)”可知，这些毛巾最初分发给朋友，也就是她熟悉的人。故选A项。 2．推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Her vision is impaired and she suffers from severe facial pain, a condition known as trigeminal neuralgia (三叉神经痛).(她的视力受损，并且患有严重的面部疼痛，这种情况被称为三叉神经痛。)”可知，Matsouka的身体出现了状况，结合下文的“Matsouka wakes up every morning, drinks a glass of milk, puts on her pearl earrings and gets to work. She takes a break for lunch and a nap, and then painstakingly knits into the night.(Matsouka每天早上醒来，喝一杯牛奶，戴上珍珠耳环，然后去工作。她休息了一下，吃了午饭，打了个盹，然后辛辛苦苦地编织到深夜。)”可知，在Matsouka身体状况的情况下，她仍每天坚持编织到深夜，由此可知，她不顾健康问题继续编织。故选C项。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Her vision is impaired and she suffers from severe facial pain, a condition known as trigeminal neuralgia (三叉神经痛).(她的视力受损，并且患有严重的面部疼痛，这种情况被称为三叉神经痛。)”可知，Matsouka的身体出现了状况，结合下文的“Matsouka wakes up every morning, drinks a glass of milk, puts on her pearl earrings and gets to work. She takes a break for lunch and a nap, and then painstakingly knits into the night.(Matsouka每天早上醒来，喝一杯牛奶，戴上珍珠耳环，然后去工作。她休息了一下，吃了午饭，打了个盹，然后辛辛苦苦地编织到深夜。)”可知，在Matsouka身体状况的情况下，她仍每天坚持编织到深夜，由此可知，她不顾病痛坚持编织送人，说明她很慷慨乐观；根据首段中的“Since she took up knitting in the 1990s, Matsouka has easily made over 3,000 scarves, her daughter estimates.(Matsouka的女儿估计，自上世纪90年代开始编织以来，她已经轻松制作了3000多条围巾。)”可知，她从上个世纪以来就开始编制，到现在还在坚持，由此可知，她是坚持不懈充满热情；结合第一段中的“In her tiny Athens apartment, 93-year-old Ioanna Matsouka has knitted thousands of brightly colored scarves for children in need from Greece to Ukraine, and she has no plans to quit just yet. (在她位于雅典的小公寓里，93岁的约安娜·马苏卡（Ioanna Matsouka）为从希腊到乌克兰需要帮助的孩子们编织了数千条色彩鲜艳的围巾，她还没有放弃的打算。)”可知，她把编织的围巾送给血药帮助的孩子，由此可知，她富有同情心和责任心；结合第四段中的“Angeliki says her mother is an example of resilience and optimism.(安吉利基说，她的母亲是坚韧和乐观的典范。)”可知，在她女儿眼中，她是坚韧和乐观的，综合以上信息，文中提到了Ioanna Matsouka是慷慨、乐观、有毅力、富有同情心和责任感的人，但是没有提到她是“矜持的”。故选A项。 4．推理判断题。根据尾段中的“She may have even found the secret to a long life in it, she says. “It’s the happiness I get from giving,” she says, sitting beside a big blue bag brimming with yarn (纱线).(她说，她甚至可能在里面找到了长寿的秘诀。“这是我从给予中得到的快乐，”她坐在一个装满纱线的蓝色大袋子旁边说。)”可知，Ioanna Matsouka认为，给予给她带来了快乐，结合下文的“It brings me joy to share them.(分享它们给我带来了快乐。)”可知，分享她的织物给她带了快乐，由此可知，本文主要传达的是“给予比接受更好”的信息。故选B项。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文15】（24-25高三上·江苏连云港·期中）Dr. Joseph Needham (1900-1995) was an excellent biochemist and social activist who dedicated most of his life to the history of science and technology in China. He was born in London on December 9th, 1900. He entered Cambridge University in 1918. Soon he was attracted to the evolving modern science of biochemistry, and received a Ph. D．in Chemical Embryology (胚胎学) in 1924. His research on this subject was so widely acknowledged that it earned him recognition as the “father of chemical embryology”. In 1937, he met Lu Gwei-Dien, a young graduate from China, at Cambridge, which completely changed his life. She challenged him to explore the great contributions of ancient Chinese science and technology to the rise of modern science. He started to study Chinese and later mastered it so well that he could easily read classical Chinese texts. Joseph Needham was the first Western scholar to conduct a comprehensive and comparative (对比的) study of the history of Chinese science and technology related to the rise of modern science. By citing many modern scientific and technological advances that originated in ancient China, he powerfully dispelled a long-held view in the West that China neither had science nor made any contribution to modern science. He, together with his many distinguished co-workers, demonstrated that China and the Near East had made many outstanding contributions in the transformation of ancient to modern science. His monumental work Science and Civilisation in China has been characterized as “perhaps the greatest single act of historical synthesis (整合) and inter-cultural communication ever attempted…” In one of his poems he describes himself as: Having written much, whether well or ill. I know not. But with devout (虔诚的) intention for the healing of the nations. This intention makes his work not simply impressive but important. As a scholar, he will always be remembered as a bridge-builder between the East and the West. 1．What can we learn about Joseph’s personal background? A．He earned a Ph. D．at the age of 37. B．He moved to London after graduation. C．He received high praise for his research. D．He was devoted to studying British history. 2．What did Lu Gwei-Dien advise Joseph to do? A．Make great changes to his lifestyle. B．Read more classical Chinese works. C．Work with her teammates in biochemistry. D．Study ancient Chinese science and technology. 3．What does the underlined word “dispelled” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Challenged. B．Supported. C．Shared. D．Stated. 4．What is Joseph’s intention of writing Science and Civilisation in China? A．To heal and bridge different countries. B．To gain personal fame and recognition. C．To provide entertainment for the readers. D．To document important historical events. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Joseph Needham的生平事迹和贡献。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段中“His research on this subject was so widely acknowledged that it earned him recognition as the ‘father of chemical embryology’. (他的研究在这个领域受到了广泛认可，使他获得了“化学胚胎学之父”的称号。)”可知，他的研究受到了很高的赞誉。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段中“She challenged him to explore the great contributions of ancient Chinese science and technology to the rise of modern science. (她鼓励他探索中国古代科学技术对现代科学崛起的伟大贡献。)”可知，Lu Gwei-Dien建议Joseph研究古代中国的科学技术。故选D。 3．词义猜测题。根据上文“Joseph Needham was the first Western scholar to conduct a comprehensive and comparative (对比的) study of the history of Chinese science and technology related to the rise of modern science. By citing many modern scientific and technological advances that originated in ancient China(约瑟夫·李约瑟是首位对与现代科学兴起相关的中国科技史进行全面对比研究的西方学者。通过引用众多源自中国古代的现代科学技术进步实例)”和下文“a long-held view in the West that China neither had science nor made any contribution to modern science.(西方长期持有的中国既无科学又未对现代科学做出任何贡献的观点。)”可知，根据上下文和句子中的“powerfully”和“long-held view”可以推断出，Joseph Needham是通过引用事实来挑战和消除这个长期持有的观点，因此“dispelled”在此意为“消除”或“挑战”，故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据引文部分中“Having written much, whether well or ill. I know not. But with devout (虔诚的) intention for the healing of the nations. (写了许多书，无论好坏我并不知晓，但怀着虔诚的意愿，希望能治愈各个国家。)”可知，Joseph写作的目的是为了治疗和连接不同的国家，而不是为了个人名声，因此他写作的目的是为了治愈和桥梁不同的国家。故选A。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文16】（24-25高三上·江苏盐城·期中）When I was eleven, my mom and dad died. I was left caring for my younger brother and felt at a loss. We moved in with my grandparents in Nandi. Though I wanted an education, they insisted that education didn’t matter for girls. So I’d wake up in the mornings, sweep the house, wash the dishes, cook breakfast, and run to school. Despite all this, I was admitted to one of Kenya’s top high schools elsewhere. However, poverty did not allow me to stay in school. I was constantly sent home for school fees. That was when I met Akili Dada, a nonprofit supporting girls’ education. They offered me a scholarship, which changed my life and gave me a new focus in life. They not only focused on educating me, but also building me as a person. For the first time I felt empowered to focus on my schooling and appreciate the person I was. I went from the bottom of the class to being a top student and finished high school with an A average. In 2015, I received a MasterCard scholarship to study Management Information Systems at Ashesi University in Ghana. This course, which combines business and computer science, is a step toward my dream of earning a PhD and working for the United Nations (UN). When I was growing up in Nandi, the village had no lawyers or doctors. To fill the gap, I created a program called Life Lifters, which aims to empower the youth to be innovative, create change, and see value in education. I am the first generation in my village to study abroad and I hope to inspire the youth in my area to focus on education and create wealth for themselves. I firmly believe in the power of education for girls. If girls understand their rights and work for them, then we can grow a society where the same value is placed on both male and female. It shouldn’t matter whether you’re a boy or a girl-you are a human being, which is what Akili Dada taught me. In the end I wish to be a resource to women, and the world in general. 1．Why did the author feel at a loss at eleven? A．The loss of parents led to an uncertain future. B．She and her brother were sent away from home. C．Her grandparents could hardly support her living. D．She had to move to another village for schooling. 2．What made the author close to quitting high school? A．Her poor academic performance. B．The prejudice against girls on campus. C．Lack of continuous financial support. D．The distance from school to her home. 3．How did Akili Dada benefit the author? A．By restoring her dignity. B．By introducing her to the UN. C．By training her for a job. D．By teaching her computer skills. 4．What is the purpose of Life Lifters? A．To select potential young talents for UN jobs. B．To provide scholarships for poor girls in Nandi. C．To inspire awareness of education in local youth. D．To make new technology available in rural areas. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者个人的成长经历，包括父母去世后的生活变化、接受教育的挑战与机遇、以及通过自己的努力和对教育的坚持所取得的成就和未来的愿景。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“When I was eleven, my mom and dad died. I was left caring for my younger brother and felt at a loss. (当我十一岁时，我的父母去世了。我不得不照顾年幼的弟弟，感到无所适从。)”可知，作者十一岁时父母去世，留下她照顾年幼的弟弟，因此她感到茫然。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“However, poverty did not allow me to stay in school. I was constantly sent home for school fees.(然而，贫困却使我无法继续留在学校。我因为学费问题而不断被学校赶回家。)”可知，作者因为贫困而无法继续留在学校，经常因为学费问题被学校赶回家。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“They offered me a scholarship, which changed my life and gave me a new focus in life. They not only focused on educating me, but also building me as a person.(他们为我提供了一份奖学金，这改变了我的人生，给了我新的生活目标。他们不仅关注我的教育，还致力于培养我成为一个完整的人。)”可知，Akili Dada为作者提供了奖学金，改变了她的生活，并给了她新的生活目标。他们不仅关注她的教育，还致力于培养她成为一个完整的人。这使作者第一次感到自己有了力量去专注于学业，并且开始欣赏自己。这可以理解为Akili Dada通过提供奖学金和支持，帮助作者恢复了自尊和自信，使她能够面对生活的挑战，并有了积极的人生态度。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据文章倒数第二段“When I was growing up in Nandi, the village had no lawyers or doctors. To fill the gap, I created a program called Life Lifters, which aims to empower the youth to be innovative, create change, and see value in education.(在我在南迪长大的村庄里，没有律师也没有医生。为了弥补这一空白，我创建了一个名为“Life Lifters”的项目，旨在激励年轻人勇于创新、创造变革，并认识到教育的价值。)”可知，Life Lifters项目是为了激励年轻人认识到教育的价值。故选C。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文17】（24-25高三上·江苏连云港·期中）When I was eight, I got a book about stars. That was the beginning of my lifetime hobby. I used to go outside with my mum on clear nights and look at the sky. It looked like black velvet with a million diamonds on it. In different seasons we saw different groups of stars. Sometimes we saw stars shooting brightly across the sky. How beautiful they were! Studying the stars was great fun for me. After I learnt a little about them, I also wanted to find out more and more. Now it is my career. I host a TV program called The Sky at Night. I use my knowledge to tell people about the stars in a lively way. I am proud of my TV program — it has lasted for more than 50 years! In fact, you can turn your hobby into your career, too. Everybody can make his dream come true.  You just have to enjoy what you do! 1．What does the underlined word “diamonds” refer to? A．Stars. B．Books. C．Black velvet. D．Hobbies. 2．Where does the writer work? A．In the sky. B．In the stars. C．At a TV station. D．At a middle school. 3．What’s the main meaning about paragraph 2 ? A．the writer was really interested in the stars B．the writer loved the book very much C．the writer often saw different stars D．the Sky at Night is great 4．What does the writer want to tell us? A．Hobbies are just jobs. B．We need to enjoy what we do. C．TV shows help us a lot. D．Reading is important in our life. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文为一篇记叙文，讲述了作者热爱观星，成为了电视台主持人的事迹。作者想要告诉读者，要享受所做的事情。 1．词义猜测题。根据划线词前文“I used to go outside with my mum on clear nights and look at the sky.(我过去常常在晴朗的夜晚和妈妈一起出去看天空)”及后文“In different seasons we saw different groups of stars. Sometimes we saw stars shooting brightly across the sky.(在不同的季节，我们看到了不同的星群。有时我们看到星星明亮地划过天空)”可知，晴朗的夜晚，就像黑色的天鹅绒上镶嵌了一百万颗钻石，划线词将星星比作了钻石。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Now it is my career. I host a TV program called The Sky at Night.(现在这是我的事业。我主持一个叫《夜空》的电视节目)”可知，作者在一家电视台工作。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。根据文章第二段“Studying the stars was great fun for me. After I learnt a little about them, I also wanted to find out more and more. Now it is my career. I host a TV program called The Sky at Night.(研究星星对我来说很有趣。在我了解了它们一点之后，我也想了解更多。现在这是我的事业。我主持一个叫《夜空》的电视节目)”可知，文章第二段讲述了作者对星星十分感兴趣。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“In fact, you can turn your hobby into your career, too. Everybody can make his dream come true.   You just have to enjoy what you do!(事实上，你也可以把你的爱好变成你的事业。每个人都可以实现自己的梦想。你只需要享受你所做的)”可知，作者想要告诉我们，每个人享受自己的爱好，就能实现自己的梦想，因此，我们需要享受我们所做的事情。故选B。 【江苏·阅读·记叙文18】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）In the 1980s, Ray Barnett worked in Uganda as a humanitarian worker. One day, a boy went to him and showed his gratitude by singing a song, which deeply touched Barnett’s heart. “When I went back to Canada and people were not interested in Uganda, I remembered the small boy. I knew that if some Ugandan children could travel to the West, people would be deeply moved and would certainly want to help,” Barnett recalls. In April 1984, Barnett and a team of volunteers travelled back to Uganda to select 31 children who would become the first African Children’s Choir. In September 1984, the choir arrived in North America and achieved more throughout their tour than Barnett could imagine. They inspired audiences with their stories through music, dance and drama and raised enough funds to open a children’s home in Uganda. This provided a stable environment and a quality education for the choir children and other children who needed care. While Barnett had thought of the choir as a one-time attempt, the choir’s instant popularity and the ongoing needs in Uganda convinced him to continue with choir work. In 1985, a second choir was selected from an orphanage home in Makerere, Kikoni, and the African Children’s Choir began another tour. Its success meant it was able to provide for many children beyond those in the choir. Over the next years, six more homes were established to cater for vulnerable children. A number of special literacy schools were established where the children learned how to read and write, and gained confidence and skills. The organization next established a sponsorship programme to help the children move further in their schooling. In 1990, the African Children’s Choir spread its wings and opened in Kenya. In 1994, it opened in Rwanda. In 1996, it opened another branch in South Sudan, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa. Currently, the African Children’s Choir is made up of 44 choirs, each with between 17-24 members, both boys and girls aged between 7-15. 1．Why did Barnett return to Uganda in 1984? A．To provide humanitarian aid to the area. B．To search for the boy he had met before. C．To organize a choir to help poor children. D．To send donations from Canadians to Uganda. 2．How was the children’s first performance? A．It was an unexpected hit. B．It barely covered its costs. C．It was an ordinary attempt. D．It was enjoyed by orphans. 3．What can we infer about the African Children’s Choir from the last two paragraphs? A．It is well-received by local parents and schools. B．It has grown rapidly and more kids benefit from it. C．It suffers financial difficulty and requires sponsoring. D．It pays more attention to kids’ schooling instead of music. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．A great choir brings hope to African kids. B．Music is a bridge across different cultures. C．The African Children’s Choir changes Africa. D．Music can shake off poverty and bring happiness. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Ray Barnett创立非洲儿童合唱团的过程及其对非洲贫困儿童生活的积极影响。 1．细节理解题。由文章第一段中“In April 1984, Barnett and a team of volunteers travelled back to Uganda to select 31 children who would become the first African Children’s Choir. (1984年4月，巴内特和一组志愿者回到乌干达，挑选31名儿童，他们将成为第一个非洲儿童合唱团。)”和第二段中“They inspired audiences with their stories through music, dance and drama and raised enough funds to open a children’s home in Uganda. This provided a stable environment and a quality education for the choir children and other children who needed care. (他们用音乐、舞蹈和戏剧的故事激励着观众，并筹集了足够的资金在乌干达开设了一个儿童之家。这为合唱团的孩子和其他需要照顾的孩子提供了一个稳定的环境和优质的教育。)”可知，Barnett 返回乌干达是为了挑选孩子组成合唱团，以帮助贫困儿童。故选C。 2．细节理解题。由文章第二段中“In September 1984, the choir arrived in North America and achieved more throughout their tour than Barnett could imagine. They inspired audiences with their stories through music, dance and drama and raised enough funds to open a children’s home in Uganda. This provided a stable environment and a quality education for the choir children and other children who needed care. (1984年9月，合唱团抵达北美，并在整个巡演中取得了巴尼特无法想象的成就。他们用音乐、舞蹈和戏剧的故事激励着观众，并筹集了足够的资金在乌干达开设了一个儿童之家。这为合唱团的孩子和其他需要照顾的孩子提供了一个稳定的环境和优质的教育。)”可知，孩子们的第一次演出超乎想象地成功。故选A。 3．推理判断题。由文章倒数第二段“Over the next years, six more homes were established to cater for vulnerable children. A number of special literacy schools were established where the children learned how to read and write, and gained confidence and skills. The organization next established a sponsorship programme to help the children move further in their schooling. (在接下来的几年里，又建立了6个家庭来照顾弱势儿童。建立了一些特殊的扫盲学校，在那里孩子们学习如何阅读和写作，并获得信心和技能。该组织随后设立了一个赞助计划，帮助孩子们在学业上更进一步。)”和最后一段“In 1990, the African Children’s Choir spread its wings and opened in Kenya. In 1994, it opened in Rwanda. In 1996, it opened another branch in South Sudan, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa. Currently, the African Children’s Choir is made up of 44 choirs, each with between 17-24 members, both boys and girls aged between 7-15. (1990年，非洲儿童唱诗班在肯尼亚展翅高飞。1994年，它在卢旺达开业。1996年，它在南苏丹、尼日利亚、加纳和南非又开设了一家分店。目前，非洲儿童合唱团由44个合唱团组成，每个合唱团有17-24名成员，年龄在7-15岁之间，既有男孩也有女孩。)”可知，合唱团发展迅速，更多孩子从中受益。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第一段中“I knew that if some Ugandan children could travel to the West, people would be deeply moved and would certainly want to help,” Barnett recalls. In April 1984, Barnett and a team of volunteers travelled back to Uganda to select 31 children who would become the first African Children’s Choir. (我知道，如果一些乌干达儿童能够去西方旅行，人们会深受感动，当然会想要帮助他们，”巴内特回忆道。1984年4月，巴内特和一组志愿者回到乌干达，挑选31名儿童，他们将成为第一个非洲儿童合唱团。)”根据第二段中“They inspired audiences with their stories through music, dance and drama and raised enough funds to open a children’s home in Uganda. This provided a stable environment and a quality education for the choir children and other children who needed care. (他们用音乐、舞蹈和戏剧的故事激励着观众，并筹集了足够的资金在乌干达开设了一个儿童之家。这为合唱团的孩子和其他需要照顾的孩子提供了一个稳定的环境和优质的教育)”可知，和最后一段“In 1990, the African Children’s Choir spread its wings and opened in Kenya. In 1994, it opened in Rwanda. In 1996, it opened another branch in South Sudan, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa. Currently, the African Children’s Choir is made up of 44 choirs, each with between 17-24 members, both boys and girls aged between 7-15. (1990年，非洲儿童唱诗班在肯尼亚展翅高飞。1994年，它在卢旺达开业。1996年，它在南苏丹、尼日利亚、加纳和南非又开设了一家分店。目前，非洲儿童合唱团由44个合唱团组成，每个合唱团有17-24名成员，年龄在7-15岁之间，既有男孩也有女孩。)”可知，全文围绕非洲儿童合唱团的成立和发展，以及它如何为非洲的孩子们带来希望和改变展开，选项A“A great choir brings hope to African kids. (一个伟大的合唱团给非洲孩子带来了希望。)”符合题意。故选A。 试卷第38页，共38页 试卷第1页，共39页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 专题10 期终考试押题之阅读理解记叙文 原卷版 （提分干货+名校模拟） 技能专区：冲刺名师提醒，洞悉高考规律，提供高效提分干货 一、题型解读 记叙文是以写人、记事、状物为主要内容，以记叙和描写为表达方式的文章。一篇记叙文，无论长短都应该是一个完全独立的事实，描写人物、地点、事件和过程，表达作者的某种情感。主要具有以下特点：内容上，记叙文应该包括六要素，即：时间、地点、人物、起因、经过和结果。可以按事件发生的时间顺序写，也可以按事件发生的先后写。命题上，主要集中在多个事件的先后顺序与人物的情感态度上。选材上，新颖、生动、真实、典型的素材描写，让读者有身临其境的感觉。形式上，顺叙、倒叙、插叙。语言上，一般过去时为主，各种时态为辅，合理使用丰富多彩的谓语动词时态是英语记叙文首要的语言特征；多用动词，尤其是动态强的行为动词是英语记叙文又一个明显的语言特征。 二、体裁结构 1.记叙文的开头通常交代事件的背景，即事件发生的时间、地点、有关人物等内容。2.记叙文的展开（中间）通常以人物活动的时间顺序、空间位置变换、事件发生的顺序或人物的主次性格特征为行文线索。3.记叙文的结尾通常是依照事件的发生、发展和结局这样一个自然的顺序来结尾。 三、写作意图 1.讲述故事 ( tell / narrate / relate a story) 2.分享经验  (share an experience) 3.纪念人物 (remember a person) 4.阐明道理 (communicate an idea / convey a message) 四、解题策略 1.关注细节  记叙文中有大量的事件发展过程中的细节，包括记叙文的5W（what, who, when, where, why）要素。因此我们作答细节题的时候，就没有那么复杂，一般只需要由前到后，从上到下，一题一题地做就可以了。  2.注重联系  在做题过程中，我们大都不能在文中找到与题干一字不差的词语或句子。这时我们需要认真研究问题，抓住题干中的关键词语，然后到文中准确地找到与之相关的语句，或是疑似语句的位置，接着去左顾，或右盼，在前句或后句寻找线索。  3.读懂表象 主旨大意题或推理判断、作者意图题等实际上是同一类型的问题，或者说是可用同种方法解答的题型。在解答此类题目的时候，不可被题干的表象所迷惑，要像剥洋葱一样，一层一层地剥；在四个可选项中，一个一个地去证实，去排除。特别是解答推论或暗指类的题目，比如“What can be inferred from …?”或是What does the author imply in…?”之类的题目，文中所陈述的往往不是答案。我们要在文前文后去查找，在字里行间里去寻觅。有时还少不了借助自己的生活经验和常理来体会这言外之意。  4.挖掘意义  每年的高考阅读题中，特别是记叙文的阅读题，都会出现一至两道词义猜测题。而这些词汇往往是你素昧平生的，或者和你有点头之交，在文中却另有新意的，总之，猜的是那些在高考词汇表要求之外的词汇。小小的一个词，一个短语，考核的不是你的语法的熟练程度，也不是你的记忆力，而是你对文章通篇或者一个段落的整体把握和变通能力。 五、记叙文主旨概括题 1.首段法：首段主旨句；转折词后；破折号后 2.核心名词法：核心名词在文章中高频出现。可是“原词”或“同义词”不断曝光。 3.合并法：整合各段落大意，整合各段落首段信息 4.首位呼应法：整合首段和尾端信息 六、记叙文细节理解题 1.划出题干，选项关键词； 2.回忆文章结构，定位具体段落； 3.理解细节内容，最后找出答案； 4.正确选项的特征：原词复现/同义词、近义词替换；语言高度凝练概括。 七、实用答题妙招 1.阅读理解记叙文细节理解题居多，落实“题文同序”和“同义替换”。 2.数据计算题注重“原文定位”“细节理解”，弄清来龙去脉再计算。 3.文章寓意题要注意言外之意，尤其是首尾段做出合理推测判断。 4.人物性格描述题注意捕捉原文褒贬性词汇再进行同义替换和排除。 5.满分策略：读题干→找原文→做标记→留痕迹→看选项→扣字眼。 模拟专区：做好题才有好成绩！练技能，补漏洞，提分数，强信心 【江苏·阅读·记叙文01】（24-25高三上·江苏泰州·阶段练习）On the last days of July, I moved to a flat in Brixton and joined those with a garden for the first time. Before moving, I lived in a flat surrounded by a small plot of woodland nearby. There were a good six weeks during which the dawn chorus was so loud that waking up at 5 am was a daily routine. Watching the birds became a soap opera I was deeply invested in. In Brixton, though, all I could hear was traffic. Although I knew clearly that cities are not strongholds of naturalism, and that nature is always there waiting for me to find it, it still took me a while to get used to the fact that I had to walk more than five minutes to find a green space. It was for this reason that I turned to gardening. I’m not a formally trained gardener; I taught myself on a concrete balcony, four stories up on a hill in Camberwell in my mid-20s. The only garden I had previously had access to as an adult, in Hackney at the start of my career, was used for parties, barbecues and playing with the neighbor’s cat. Filled with blind enthusiasm and curiosity, I picked up plants from supermarkets and flower markets, often killing them out of love and then starting all over again. I often spent whole weekends in that small space. The balcony had a good view: one of London’s shining skylines beneath high skies that changed color and cloud by the minute. But it was so small that you had to look closely, and looking closely is an essential part of enjoying nature, wherever you find it. And to be out on the balcony allowed me to care about things that were bigger than my career, relationship or sense of self. When all three started to waver (动摇), it was gardening — and nature more broadly — that enabled me to find a new way of life. 1．What is one challenge the author faced after moving to Brixton? A．Dealing with a noisy neighbor. B．Finding a suitable place for parties. C．Adjusting to the lack of green space. D．Getting used to the city’s heavy traffic. 2．What was the author’s initial experience with gardening? A．She learned gardening all by herself. B．She had a natural talent for gardening. C．She had a large garden in her childhood home. D．She started gardening in a small woodland area. 3．What did the author learn from her gardening experience in Camberwell? A．The key to being a successful gardener. B．The way to master gardening on her own. C．The importance of looking closely at nature. D．The method of getting along well with neighbors. 4．What would be the best title for the text? A．How I Overcame Challenges in Gardening B．How I Adapted Myself to Life in Cities C．How I Turned Gardening into a Hobby D．How I Found Nature in Cities 【江苏·阅读·记叙文02】（24-25高三上·江苏盐城·阶段练习）Eeka McLeod is raising three kids, two chickens, one dog, one cat and… ducks? Yes, ducks. “I had always wanted ducks, or at least one duck,” she tells USA TODAY over a video call from her home in Arizona, with a diaper-clad (带着尿布的) duck named Mooney resting in a baby house at her side. “I’ve also wanted deer — don’t get me started on that — but anyways, I’ve always wanted ducks.” So, she took a quack at it. McLeod got her wish for family ducks after she moved her three kids from California to the Grand Canyon State in April of last year. Her mental health was falling, not to mention she was diagnosed with a few autoimmune diseases (自身免疫性疾病). McLeod, 43, is a single mum and she wanted to own a house to hand-down to her kids one day — therefore the move to a much richer state. After they settled in, McLeod finally scratched the itch last August. “I’m going to do it. Today’s the day,” she remembers. A local organic farm store in Mesa had 12 ducklings and they told her to come in. Her kids didn’t believe what was happening. “It took them a few minutes,” she says. “I think they thought that I was really making fun of them.” But there the ducks were, in a tub under a heat lamp and everything. The family took two home that day: Jelly and Mooney, both Indian Runner ducks. They later raised a third, Topsy, a Cayuga duck. It’s changed their life for the better, and excited millions of TikTok followers and hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers along the way. Research shows, after all, pets lower stress levels and even help with heart health. “The ducks came into our lives during such a — especially for me — just a really dark period and just brightened up our lives,” she says. “They have brought us the unbelievable happiness, and it’s always something that we’re laughing about together.” 1．When did McLeod start wanting ducks? A．Last August. B．Last April. C．Before she moved to the new state. D．Before she was ill. 2．What does the underlined phrase “scratched the itch” in Paragraph 4 probably mean? A．Satisfied a desire. B．Felt very nervous. C．Had a skin problem. D．Made a big fortune. 3．How many ducks does McLeod raise in all? A．One. B．Three. C．Twelve. D．Fifteen. 4．What does McLeod mainly want to tell us? A．How ducks changed her life. B．Her experience of moving. C．The benefits of having pets. D．How ducks are raised. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文03】（24-25高三上·江苏苏州·阶段练习）During the summer, Hu Miaokun, a 19-year-old diagnosed with congenital (先天的) deafness at the age of two, experienced a life-altering moment: he received acceptance letters from seven universities. This achievement symbolizes more than a decade of unwavering efforts in a world of silence. Hu, born in 2005 in a village in Macheng, Central China’s Hubei province, has faced various obstacles throughout his life — he lost his father at the age of five and moved in with his grandparents after his mother remarried. However, Hu’s passion for learning always ran high. With the encouragement and support of his family, he enrolled in a school specifically designed for hearing-impaired children. “Adapting to life in a group was tough,” Hu signed. “I had to get used to the new environment, follow new rules, and learn how to interact with others. But over time, these challenges became easier to manage.” Hu recalls how his teachers used various tailored techniques and tools to support student learning. These included multimedia lessons, hearing aids, speech recognition devices, and other assistive technologies, all designed to make learning more accessible. After completing middle school, Hu continued his education at a specialized high school in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei province. The school offered a broader curriculum, including English. However, for students with hearing and speech impairments, learning a foreign language can be particularly difficult. While many of his peers had some basic knowledge of the language and were exposed to English through songs, movies, and everyday conversations, Hu had no prior exposure, making the task even more daunting. “For me, the key to learning English is through reading, writing, and translation,” Hu signed. He created a detailed study plan and adhered to it, learning to prioritize his tasks and manage his time effectively. This year, Hu Miaokun took the national college entrance examination, or gaokao. His hard work paid off. Since May, Hu Miaokun has received acceptance letters from all seven universities to which he applied. Ultimately, Hu Miaokun decided to pursue product design at his dream school, Tianjin University of Technology. With ambitions of becoming a 3D designer specializing in product modeling, he is now focusing on mastering various modeling software, such as 3ds Max and Adobe Illustrator. “I’m deeply thankful to my aunt and everyone who has supported me,” Hu Miaokun signed. “I will continue to work hard in my studies and, in the future, use my skills to inspire and assist others.” 1．What does the underlined word “unwavering” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A．Modest. B．Ambitious. C．Tolerant. D．Determined. 2．By mentioning English, the author intends to ________. A．recommend the key to learning B．show the barriers Hu encountered C．highlight the importance of English D．promote daily interactions in English 3．What do we know about Hu Miaokun? A．He refused to follow new rules. B．He failed to adapt to his school life. C．He was junior to his classmates in learning. D．He was into learning despite many difficulties. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．“Deaf” Teenagers in a World of Silence B．“Silent” but Not Silent: Hu Miaokun’s Sad Story C．Hearing-disadvantaged Teen’s Journey to University Success D．A Teenager’s Battle Against Silence: From Struggle to Survival 【江苏·阅读·记叙文04】（24-25高三上·江苏·阶段练习）“Keep learning and strive to be the best in your field” is the motto of Xu Zhenchao, a 74-year-old technician at Shandong Port Group’s Qingdao Port in Shandong province. It’s an ethic that has guided him throughout his career, leading to his recent recognition as a “People’s Craftsman”. When he started working at the port in 1974, he operated a lifting machine. To swiftly master the skill, Xu dedicated himself to practicing for hours and finally achieved proficiency. Xu's professionalism saw him selected as one of the first container bridge crane (起重机) operators in 1984. By studying diligently, Xu gradually became an expert in operating and repairing bridge cranes. In 2000, when the port initiated the construction of a new terminal. Xu was appointed as the chief commander overseeing the installation of cranes. After more than 40 days of hard work, a massive bridge crane, weighing l,300 metric tons and towering 75 meters high, finally stood on the expansive dock at Qianwan. The advanced crane equipment enabled Xu and his colleagues to set a world record for container handling by unloading 3,400 standard containers from a ship and loading them onto trucks in just six hours. In 2006, after two years of technical research and development, Xu and his team converted (改造) diesel-powered (柴油动力) tire cranes to run on electricity, saving the port 20 million yuan a year in operating costs and eliminating air pollution. “He is a man born for the port,” said Guo Lei, his apprentice (学徒), who is now an expert crane operator, “He shows technical workers the importance of learning and innovating.” 1．What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about? A．Xu’s anticipations. B．Xu’s achievements. C．Xu’s career challenges. D．Xu’s educational background. 2．What did Xu and his team achieve in 2006? A．Establishing a new terminal at Qianwan. B．Setting a world record for container handling C．Reducing cost and protecting the environment. D．Installing a massive bridge crane on the dock. 3．How does the author develop the text? A．By listing the causes. B．By comparing the contributions. C．By summarizing the events. D．By following the order of events, 4．What can we learn from Xu’s story? A．Two heads are better than one. B．A slow sparrow should make an early start C．Learning and innovating are key to success. D．Science and technology are the primary productive forces. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文05】（24-25高三上·江苏泰州·期中）“Four! ” My friend Kassie shouted from across the canal. I twisted in my ka yak seat to get a better look. Near the shore, one lo ne wheel stuck up over the water's surface. That's when I realized what Kassie was counting: drown shipping vehicles. We'd just begun a four-day kayaking trip along Scotland's Glasgow to Edinburgh Canoe Trail. Scotland has five canals, and its first canal, the Forth and Clyde, was built in 1768. Then, in1822, a second canal, called the Union, was completed, connecting the Forth and Clyde to Edinburgh. Elsewhere in the country, three other canals were built during the same time period. With the railways coming, the canals were used less often and were closed altogether in 1963. Soon they became filled with rubbish. Fortunately, around the 1980s, there were canal enthusiasts who started to clear the rubbish. Since then, things have changed. While changes are visible along much of the canal system, they're not obvious everywhere, which is why Kassie and I had no idea what to expect after the first day in Glasgow. Then we put in at Spiers Wharf near Glasgow. For the first few miles, the water quality was still bad. But the farther we paddled (用桨划船)outside of the city limits, the cleaner the water got. Soon, cherry trees stretched out over the water. As we floated through forests and under 100-year-old bridges, I realized an 18th-century industrial canal system that turned into rubbish-filled pools by the 1960s blossomed into a tourist destination. Thanks to the Falkirk Wheel, the world's first rotating (旋转的)boat lift, completed in 2002, the canals were reconnected for the first time in almost 70 years. Seemingly overnight, boating clubs, crew team boathouses and waterfront cafés have all appeared alongside the canals. In 2013, The Kelpies - the world's largest horse statues - were fixed in Falkirk. I pulled Kassie out of bed at 6 a. m. to visit them; we ran to watch the sun's first rays bathe their steel noses in gold. In that moment, I realized how the canals have inspired such artworks. 1．What caused the decline of Scotland's canals? A．The lack of financial support. B．The less dependence on waters. C．The development of technology. D．The increasing amount of rubbish. 2．What does the underlined word “blossomed” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．Researched. B．Developed. C．Entered. D．Fell. 3．What happened after the Falkirk Wheel was constructed? A．The local ecosystem improved. B．The transport became convenient. C．Artworks sprang up on the canals. D．Businesses boomed along the canals. 4．What does the text mainly talk about? A．The benefits of Scotland's canals. B．The features of Scotland's canals. C．The changes of Scotland's canals. D．The conditions of Scotland's canals. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文06】（24-25高三上·江苏南京·阶段练习）My initial exploration of the world of comic books happened through the comic strips in newspapers. It began with a fondness for Garfield and his adventures, and led to the discovery of a range of comic books like Champak, Tintin, and Archie. They enabled me to enjoy myself in a world without iPads and the Internet ― just like so many of my friends who were fond of reading. While my access to comics as a child was limited to what was printed in the newspaper, this changed once I grew older and started visiting bookstores to buy the books that I wanted to read. Having grown up on a diet of image-heavy books, I found the idea of reading text-only novels quite formidable. As I searched for books that lay somewhere in between, I came across a copy of Bhimayana ― a graphic novel. It felt familiar due to its comic-like theme and design. Plus, understanding complex narratives through pictures was relatively easier and more fun. And so, as I grew older, I found myself transitioning towards graphic novels from childish comic books. Graphic novels dealt with serious topics in a more engaging manner. They would literally show me what was going on. For example, when I was reading Joe Sacco’s Palestine, I didn’t have to imagine the ruin caused by the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. I could actually see it while reading about it. Fast-forward a few years to when I was given a copy of Jonathan Bloomfield’s Palestine: A Novel. Though I was impressed by the compelling (扣人心弦的) nature of storytelling in his book, I am not sure if I would have been able to visualize and enjoy his text-only version so much had I not read Sacco’s Palestine first. Thanks to the graphic novel, I had a “picture” of whatever had happened, and that made it easier and more fun to understand the details of the overall story. From black and white strips and colorful comic books to illustrated graphic novels, this type of storytelling has come a long way. While my romance with comic books is still ongoing, in the long run, my love for graphic novels is more substantial and here to stay. 1．Why did the author turn to comic books as a child? A．He found comic books interesting. B．He had limited access to other books. C．He wanted to be different from his friends. D．He could relax from reading text-only books. 2．Which word can best explain the underlined word “formidable” in paragraph 2? A．Acceptable. B．Natural. C．Scary. D．Appealing. 3．What does the author say about reading Sacco’s Palestine? A．It encouraged him to read more text-only novels. B．It improved his understanding of Bloomfield’s book. C．It introduced him to a compelling style of storytelling. D．It changed his attitude to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. 4．What does the author mainly talk about in the passage? A．Comic books are more than comic. B．Why he loves reading graphic novels. C．Why he turned to serious novels eventually. D．Picture books are here to stay for many reasons. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文07】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）It was the first day of my track (田径) practice. I was already up and dressed. I was shocked when I saw Mum trying to feed my big brother. “Mum, aren’t you going to take me to track right now?” I exclaimed, my left leg already shaking with anxiety. I hated being late. “Oh, I don’t have the time to take you today.” I gave a side-eye to my brother. He was 14, but had the mental age of one. It wasn’t the first time she had canceled on something because of my brother. My brother is six years older than me. His autism (自闭症) seemed to only get worse. With every passing year, I felt like my parents prioritized my brother over me more and more. I rarely got time or attention from them. Two years later, my brother was taken to the hospital in the middle of one night. He had a high fever. It wasn’t the most severe, but any time he had a health concern, my parents immediately took him to the hospital, just in case. “I just wish he was able to have a normal life. He deserves it, and so does she.” Mum talked guiltily on the phone with her friend, tears streaming down her face. Asking my parents to take me to places and let me pursue activities seemed impossible in 8th and 9th grade. Then I noticed that high school came with newfound independence. Mum never said no to me, because she didn’t have to. All I needed was her approval to go places. On the last day of my freshman year, my friends and I went to the same cafe we went to every Friday. Sitting there, we reflected on the stories of the past year. I realized I had built a great group of friends who made me feel cared for. After all these years, I learned that my brother’s autism wasn’t a situation anyone could change. I could either learn to deal with it or give my parents a hard time. I picked the former. Feeling bitter and impatient won’t make anyone’s life easier. I needed to find other avenues to get my needs for attention met, which I found in my friends and peers. It isn’t ideal, but neither is life. 1．Why was the author upset with her mother? A．Her mother forgot her track practice. B．Her mother always put her brother first. C．Her mother changed the plan last minute. D．Her mother was always late for any event. 2．What can you infer from paragraph 2? A．The author lost confidence in her brother. B．The mother tried to consult many doctors. C．The author offered her brother much care. D．The mother loved both children equally. 3．What helped the author feel more at peace regarding her family? A．Increased attention from her parents. B．Improvement of her brother’s health. C．Formation of her own circle of friends. D．Shifting focus to academic performance. 4．What did the author want to highlight in the last paragraph? A．It is necessary to accept imperfection in life. B．It matters to prioritize personal achievements. C．It is critical to get along well with a brother. D．It pays to gain more attention from parents. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文08】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）My decision to take Professor Browne’s history class 14 years ago was about as random as drawing a name out of a hat for the office Christmas gift exchange. I had one class I needed to take to graduate. It had to be a night class because I had begun working fulltime for a Member of Parliament. With few options for my history major, unwillingly registered for a Wednesday night seminar (研讨班) on Confederation. I had been a good but lazy student in high school. University was a rude awakening. Spending much time on partying, I remained a solid B and C student, Now I just wanted that diploma (毕业文凭). Professor Browne was a slight man wearing glasses, with a British accent. He always wore the same jacket. He referred to us formally. I was Miss Switocz, which he pronounced correctly, first try. And he was demanding. Two major papers were required, as were weekly assignments. Professor Browne was a well-regarded scholar of Canadian constitutional history. But he liked discussing grammar and language even more than the nation’s past. He referred to Henry Fowler’s A Dictionary of Modern English Usage often as the final authority on all written English. He returned our assignments full of red markings. Every grammar failure was corrected, many sentences were improved and our thinking was challenged. A few weeks into the term, I worked harder on every assignment. As stressed as I was about the work the course required, I came to look forward to the class. I was awestruck that anyone could he so passionate about language and words. When I received my grade at the end of the course, I was excited to receive my first A．I had measured up to Professor Browne’s expectations, From Professor Browne, I learned to love language and the written word. I discovered the intense satisfaction of digging deep to produce my best. And I never had another teacher like him. 1．Why did the author take Professor Browne’s history class? A．To obtain a degree. B．To start a new major in university. C．To meet her job requirements. D．To make up for her academic failures, 2．What can we learn about Professor Browne? A．He disliked written assignments. B．He was particular about language C．He was an English grammar scholar. D．He disagreed with Henry Fowler's many thoughts. 3．How did the author change after taking the class for weeks? A．She decided to give it up. B．She became a solid A student. C．She developed a liking for it. D．She felt more and more stressed, 4．What influence did Professor Browne have on the author? A．She became a language teacher. B．She learned to set realistic expectations. C．She began to find satisfaction from small things. D．She became a pursuer of highest possible attainments. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文09】（24-25高三上·江苏镇江·期中）Heman Bekele whipped up the most dangerous of what he called his “potions” when he was just 7 years old. He’d been conducting his own science experiments with keen interest for about three years by that point, mixing up whatever he could get his hands on at home and waiting eagerly to see the results. Last October, the 3M company and Discovery Education selected Heman, a rising 10th-grader, as the winner of its Young Scientist Challenge. His prize: $25,000. His accomplishment: inventing a soap that could one day treat and even prevent multiple forms of skin cancer. Born in Addis Ababa before moving to the U. S., Heman recalls that some of his earliest memories were of seeing laborers working in the burning sun, usually with no protection for their skin. It didn’t take too long for him to start thinking about how he might help. A few years ago, he read about imiquimod, a drug that is approved to fight one form of skin cancer. Typically, imiquimod is prescribed as a front-line drug, but Heman wondered if it could be made available more easily to people in the earliest stages of the disease. A bar of soap, he thought, might be just the delivery system for such a lifesaving drug, not just because it was simple, but because it would be a lot more affordable. There was a long way to go between inspiration and application, however. Carrying out his idea was more complicated than simply mixing the drug into an ordinary bar of soap, since any healing power the imiquimod might possess would just be washed down the drain. The answer was to combine the soap with a lipid-based (脂质基) nanoparticle (纳米颗粒) that would stay on the skin when the soap was washed away. Heman remains humble about what he’s accomplished. “Anybody could do what I did,” he says. “I just came up with an idea and worked towards it.” 1．What can we infer about Heman’s personality as a young boy according to paragraph 1? A．Ambitious and tolerant. B．Curious and passionate. C．Hardworking and athletic. D．Generous and determined. 2．What inspired Heman to invent the new type of soap? A．His desire to help those in need. B．His passion for science research. C．His dream of winning the prize. D．His pursuit of public recognition. 3．Why does Heman consider soap the best option for delivering the drug? A．It contains imiquimod. B．It provides shelter from sun exposure. C．It reduces side effects. D．It is inexpensive and accessible. 4．What does paragraph 5 mainly talk about? A．The application of Heman’s soap in daily life B．The development of soap-making technology. C．Difficulty and resolution in delivering imiquimod. D．Process and requirements of using the special soap. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文10】（24-25高三上·江苏扬州·期中）Flowers, ocean waves, animals, totem (图腾): Sitting in his northeast Beijing studio, Cai Honghao hammers on a piece of cow leather, bringing to life a new design. Cai, 41, is one of China’s few leather crafters. He began crafting leather six years ago when he was the creative director of an advertising company. Fed up with the stress of his job, Cai declined to renew his contract last year. He is now devoted to leather crafting. “It’s great fun as I try new designs and make it more challenging.” Each work undergoes many stages, from drawing pictures on paper to coloring the crafted leather. He does it all himself, but sometimes his wife helps. The back of the leather should be pasted on paper to prevent changing the shape, and then covered with tape to seal it during coloring. Cai also sprays water on the surface to make the leather easier to work. His 70-square-meter studio is filled with leather and tools. Pens are used to carve the outline of the pattern, while different machines create the shallow holes on the leather. The patterns become vivid under Cai’s hammers and shaping tools. For a bag or belt, he also sews pieces of leather together, and a work can take a week to several months, with the prices up to tens of thousands of yuan. “It is an extremely complicated and time-consuming process,” he says. His shoulders can ache after bending over his worktop day and night. “But I enjoy it, and my family are keen on my art. Otherwise, they would not let me do this fulltime.” Cai hopes to realize the beauty of ancient Chinese paintings that are full of Chinese flavor. “Now my dream is realized,” he says. His next project is an exhibition of his work. 1．Why did Cai Honghao leave his job last year? A．He was forced by his contract. B．He was fond of advertising. C．He was tired of the pressure. D．He was blamed by the director. 2．What does Paragraph 3 mainly tell us? A．The effectiveness of Cai’s skills. B．The efficiency of Cai’s machines. C．The complexity of leather crafting. D．The diversity of rare leather works. 3．What can best describe his commitment to the shoulder-aching job? A．Do not put off until tomorrow what you love to do at this moment. B．Do what you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life. C．Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise. D．If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t, change your attitude. 4．What is his family members’ attitude? A．Favorable. B．Doubtful. C．Indifferent. D．Unclear. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文11】（24-25高三上·江苏·期中）In a bustling city far away, a middle - aged man named Mr. Thompson was in an indescribable state of turmoil. His heart was heavy with worry as he had just received the heart-wrenching news that his beloved daughter, Lily, had fallen seriously ill. Lily was hospitalized back in their hometown, and every passing second felt like an eternity to Mr. Thompson. Without a moment’s hesitation, he managed to secure the earliest flight ticket available, desperate to be by her side as quickly as possible. With his mind solely focused on reaching his daughter, he rushed to the airport. However, his nightmare seemed to compound when he arrived at the check-in counter. The airline staff informed him with great regret that his passport had expired. The color drained from his face as he realized the gravity of the situation. It was as if the world had come crashing down around him. Time was slipping through his fingers like sand, and each minute that he was delayed could mean a great deal for his daughter’s well-being. In a frantic state, he hailed a cab and sped towards the passport office. By the time he reached there, the sun had already set, and the normal working hours were long over. The usually busy office now had an eerie silence, and the dimly lit corridors seemed to echo his despair. To his utter astonishment, as he approached the relevant department, he saw a young man, Mr. Lee, still sitting at his desk. Mr. Lee had been just about to leave after a long and tiring day at work. But when he caught sight of Mr. Thompson’s distraught face and heard his desperate story, he felt a pang of sympathy. Without a second thought, he decided to stay back and assist Mr. Thompson with the complex and time-consuming passport renewal process. The renewal process was no easy feat. There were numerous forms to fill, documents to verify, and systems to update. Mr. Lee worked meticulously, double-checking every detail to ensure there were no errors. Every now and then, he would glance at Mr. Thompson, whose face was etched with anxiety and impatience, and offer him words of comfort. After what seemed like an endless ordeal, the passport was finally renewed. Mr. Thompson was overcome with emotion. He could barely find the words to express his gratitude towards Mr. Lee. With the renewed passport in hand, he rushed back to the airport, just in time to catch his flight. As the plane took off, he looked out of the window with a mixture of relief and hope, knowing that he was one step closer to being with his daughter. 1．What was the main reason for Mr. Thompson’s anxiety? A．He had lost his job and couldn’t afford his daughter’s treatment. B．His daughter was seriously ill and he needed to get to her quickly. C．He was in debt and was worried about financial problems. D．He had an argument with his family members. 2．What happened to Mr. Thompson at the airport? A．His luggage was overweight. B．He was stopped because of security issues. C．He found out his passport had expired. D．He realized he had forgotten his daughter’s address. 3．Why was Mr. Thompson surprised when he arrived at the passport office? A．The office was in chaos. B．There was no one there. C．A young man was still working despite the late hour. D．The office was closed for renovation. 4．What did Mr. Lee do for Mr. Thompson? A．He just gave him some advice and then left. B．He stayed and carefully handled the passport renewal process. C．He drove Mr. Thompson to the airport. D．He contacted the hospital to update them on Mr. Thompson’s situation. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文12】（24-25高三上·江苏苏州·期中）Cecily Eklund has always adored her baby dolls (洋娃娃). When she was six, she needed them more than ever: She had to go through brain-cancer surgery and MRI scans, but she was told she couldn’t take her favourite dolls with her into the magnetic (磁性的) machine because they had metal in them. So Cecily and her mom, Cathy — a home-schooler of seven kids and a professional doll maker in Westlock — got creative. Together, they made a special doll, using weighted glass and other MRI-safe materials, that could stay with Cecily during the long imaging appointments. Besides the materials it was made with, the doll was unique in that it had no facial features. “That’s so they can have any emotion,” says Cecily, who was inspired to create these dolls, called “Blessing Babies”, for other sick kids. She and her mom began creating more, donating some to children’s hospitals and selling others to fundraise. Due to high demand, they invited other doll makers to work alongside them. Soon, doll makers worldwide also began contributing, sending boxes of their handmade dolls to support the cause. Cecily’s initiatives grew. She began selling handmade furry puppies and inspirational clothing patches, in addition to running toy drives and fundraisers for various charities. Including monetary and gift donations, Cecily has raised more than $200,000 so far. Cecily’s generosity caught the attention of another well-known Edmontonian, the Oilers’ power forward Evander Kane, who met her in the press box at a game, when he was recovering from an injured wrist. Kane gave her a shirt with his name on it, and in exchange she gave him a patch that read “Scars are tattoos (纹身) with better stories.” Today Cecily calls herself a brain-cancer survivor and “childhood cancer awareness fighter”, but she is still followed closely by her team at the children’s hospital. When asked for advice on successful fundraising, she emphasizes the importance of generosity. “You don’t get poor by giving,” Cecily says “Because you always get something back, one way or another.” 1．Why did Cecily need her baby dolls more at the age of 6? A．Because they were very adorable. B．Because they could treat her illness. C．Because they could offer her comfort. D．Because they all had metal in them. 2．What makes “Blessing Babies” unique? A．They are made with simple glass. B．They have no facial expressions. C．They help raise money for charities. D．They are produced by sick children. 3．Why does the author mention Evander Kane? A．To highlight his wrist injuries. B．To stress his global popularity. C．To explain the reasons for Cecily’s efforts. D．To show the impact of Cecily’s generosity. 4．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A．Generosity: the Key to Friendship B．Baby Dolls: the Comfort to Kids C．Creating Comforts for Kids with Cancer D．A Little Fighter against Childhood Cancer 【江苏·阅读·记叙文13】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·阶段练习）Going into my Ph.D．program, I knew I loved to communicate science to the public as much as I liked doing science. But research soon consumed most of my time. The more absorbed I was in practicing science, the more I felt I was losing touch with the bigger picture of why it matters. I was in desperate need of a getaway, so I got to spend a weekend with some family and friends. They were excited to share stories about the latest books they'd consumed. Yet I couldn't remember the last book I had read for fun. And I also found myself mostly talking about my research. As I struggled to convey its broader relevance, I noticed the enthusiasm in my voice disappeared. “Is my Ph.D．killing my love of science?” I thought. When I returned home, I resolved to dedicate more of my time to reading for pleasure. I was recommended a science fiction book, so I started with that. It was like nothing I had ever read before. I was struck by the scientifically reasonable technologies and scenes. It was refreshing to think about science in a new way. I kept reading science fiction after I finished my Ph.D．But I still hadn't gotten back to communicating science to the public. Then, one night I found myself in a conversation with my new colleagues about science fiction concepts. One invited me to speak at the pop culture lecture. Then the day came. After I finished my lecture, I was surrounded with enthusiastic audience. It suddenly occurred to me that this was my path back to science communication. Since then, I've given more than 20 talks. I'm glad science fiction gave me a way to break out. It not only provided something fun to do in my spare time but also helped me professionally, fueling my ability to communicate the wonders of science to the public. 1．What happened to the author at that weekend? A．He understood broader relevance of science. B．He realized his passion for science faded away. C．He found his memory was declining with time. D．He managed to share his knowledge of science. 2．Why did the author find science fiction appealing? A．It offered him a new angle to science. B．It could explain physical phenomena. C．He wanted to find inspirations from it. D．He wanted to put his knowledge to use. 3．What can we learn from paragraph 4? A．My conversation with colleagues was boring. B．Science fictions inspired my love for science. C．My lecture was well received by the audience. D．The audience were all enthusiastic science lovers. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．A successful lecture could make a big difference. B．It was of great importance to read science fictions. C．My Ph.D program took my interest in science away. D．Science fiction aided me to be a science communicator. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文14】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）In her tiny Athens apartment, 93-year-old Ioanna Matsouka has knitted thousands of brightly colored scarves for children in need from Greece to Ukraine, and she has no plans to quit just yet. “Until I die, I will be knitting,” Matsouka says. Since she took up knitting in the 1990s, Matsouka has easily made over 3,000 scarves, her daughter estimates. In the hallway by the door, shopping bags filled with her latest creations await their new home. A knitted blanket is thrown over the sofa where she spends her days. Initially distributed to friends, the scarves were later contributed to children’s shelters across Greece as the stock expanded. Then, through acquaintances, they reached children in Bosnia and Ukraine. The latest batch of 70 went to a refugee camp near Athens this winter via the UN refugee agency. Her daughter, Angeliki, narrates drawings and mails her mother has received over the years: “Thank you, be well, keep going. You gave joy to children, you gave joy to people.” That’s her only reward: a letter, a few words. Matsouka knits one scarf a day, now with small imperfections. Her vision is impaired and she suffers from severe facial pain, a condition known as trigeminal neuralgia (三叉神经痛). Angeliki says her mother is an example of resilience and optimism. Matsouka wakes up every morning, drinks a glass of milk, puts on her pearl earrings and gets to work. She takes a break for lunch and a nap, and then painstakingly knits into the night. She may have even found the secret to a long life in it, she says. “It’s the happiness I get from giving,” she says, sitting beside a big blue bag brimming with yarn (纱线). “Until I die, I will be knitting,” Matsouka says. Her knitting needles click through her expert fingers, her nails painted red. “It brings me joy to share them.” 1．What did the scarves begin as? A．Presents to acquaintances. B．Initiatives for fundraising. C．Donation to a refugee camp. D．Stock for children’s shelters. 2．What can be inferred about Matsouka from paragraph 4? A．She yields to her severely impaired vision. B．She wakes up every morning due to facial pain. C．She continues knitting despite her health challenges. D．She is only rewarded with drawings from her daughter. 3．Which of the following words fail to describe Matsouka? A．Resilient and reserved. B．Optimistic and generous. C．Persevering and passionate. D．Responsible and sympathetic. 4．What message does the article mainly convey? A．The eye is bigger than the belly. B．Giving is better than accepting. C．An early bird catches the worm. D．A rolling stone gathers no moss. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文15】（24-25高三上·江苏连云港·期中）Dr. Joseph Needham (1900-1995) was an excellent biochemist and social activist who dedicated most of his life to the history of science and technology in China. He was born in London on December 9th, 1900. He entered Cambridge University in 1918. Soon he was attracted to the evolving modern science of biochemistry, and received a Ph. D．in Chemical Embryology (胚胎学) in 1924. His research on this subject was so widely acknowledged that it earned him recognition as the “father of chemical embryology”. In 1937, he met Lu Gwei-Dien, a young graduate from China, at Cambridge, which completely changed his life. She challenged him to explore the great contributions of ancient Chinese science and technology to the rise of modern science. He started to study Chinese and later mastered it so well that he could easily read classical Chinese texts. Joseph Needham was the first Western scholar to conduct a comprehensive and comparative (对比的) study of the history of Chinese science and technology related to the rise of modern science. By citing many modern scientific and technological advances that originated in ancient China, he powerfully dispelled a long-held view in the West that China neither had science nor made any contribution to modern science. He, together with his many distinguished co-workers, demonstrated that China and the Near East had made many outstanding contributions in the transformation of ancient to modern science. His monumental work Science and Civilisation in China has been characterized as “perhaps the greatest single act of historical synthesis (整合) and inter-cultural communication ever attempted…” In one of his poems he describes himself as: Having written much, whether well or ill. I know not. But with devout (虔诚的) intention for the healing of the nations. This intention makes his work not simply impressive but important. As a scholar, he will always be remembered as a bridge-builder between the East and the West. 1．What can we learn about Joseph’s personal background? A．He earned a Ph. D．at the age of 37. B．He moved to London after graduation. C．He received high praise for his research. D．He was devoted to studying British history. 2．What did Lu Gwei-Dien advise Joseph to do? A．Make great changes to his lifestyle. B．Read more classical Chinese works. C．Work with her teammates in biochemistry. D．Study ancient Chinese science and technology. 3．What does the underlined word “dispelled” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Challenged. B．Supported. C．Shared. D．Stated. 4．What is Joseph’s intention of writing Science and Civilisation in China? A．To heal and bridge different countries. B．To gain personal fame and recognition. C．To provide entertainment for the readers. D．To document important historical events. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文16】（24-25高三上·江苏盐城·期中）When I was eleven, my mom and dad died. I was left caring for my younger brother and felt at a loss. We moved in with my grandparents in Nandi. Though I wanted an education, they insisted that education didn’t matter for girls. So I’d wake up in the mornings, sweep the house, wash the dishes, cook breakfast, and run to school. Despite all this, I was admitted to one of Kenya’s top high schools elsewhere. However, poverty did not allow me to stay in school. I was constantly sent home for school fees. That was when I met Akili Dada, a nonprofit supporting girls’ education. They offered me a scholarship, which changed my life and gave me a new focus in life. They not only focused on educating me, but also building me as a person. For the first time I felt empowered to focus on my schooling and appreciate the person I was. I went from the bottom of the class to being a top student and finished high school with an A average. In 2015, I received a MasterCard scholarship to study Management Information Systems at Ashesi University in Ghana. This course, which combines business and computer science, is a step toward my dream of earning a PhD and working for the United Nations (UN). When I was growing up in Nandi, the village had no lawyers or doctors. To fill the gap, I created a program called Life Lifters, which aims to empower the youth to be innovative, create change, and see value in education. I am the first generation in my village to study abroad and I hope to inspire the youth in my area to focus on education and create wealth for themselves. I firmly believe in the power of education for girls. If girls understand their rights and work for them, then we can grow a society where the same value is placed on both male and female. It shouldn’t matter whether you’re a boy or a girl-you are a human being, which is what Akili Dada taught me. In the end I wish to be a resource to women, and the world in general. 1．Why did the author feel at a loss at eleven? A．The loss of parents led to an uncertain future. B．She and her brother were sent away from home. C．Her grandparents could hardly support her living. D．She had to move to another village for schooling. 2．What made the author close to quitting high school? A．Her poor academic performance. B．The prejudice against girls on campus. C．Lack of continuous financial support. D．The distance from school to her home. 3．How did Akili Dada benefit the author? A．By restoring her dignity. B．By introducing her to the UN. C．By training her for a job. D．By teaching her computer skills. 4．What is the purpose of Life Lifters? A．To select potential young talents for UN jobs. B．To provide scholarships for poor girls in Nandi. C．To inspire awareness of education in local youth. D．To make new technology available in rural areas. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文17】（24-25高三上·江苏连云港·期中）When I was eight, I got a book about stars. That was the beginning of my lifetime hobby. I used to go outside with my mum on clear nights and look at the sky. It looked like black velvet with a million diamonds on it. In different seasons we saw different groups of stars. Sometimes we saw stars shooting brightly across the sky. How beautiful they were! Studying the stars was great fun for me. After I learnt a little about them, I also wanted to find out more and more. Now it is my career. I host a TV program called The Sky at Night. I use my knowledge to tell people about the stars in a lively way. I am proud of my TV program — it has lasted for more than 50 years! In fact, you can turn your hobby into your career, too. Everybody can make his dream come true.  You just have to enjoy what you do! 1．What does the underlined word “diamonds” refer to? A．Stars. B．Books. C．Black velvet. D．Hobbies. 2．Where does the writer work? A．In the sky. B．In the stars. C．At a TV station. D．At a middle school. 3．What’s the main meaning about paragraph 2 ? A．the writer was really interested in the stars B．the writer loved the book very much C．the writer often saw different stars D．the Sky at Night is great 4．What does the writer want to tell us? A．Hobbies are just jobs. B．We need to enjoy what we do. C．TV shows help us a lot. D．Reading is important in our life. 【江苏·阅读·记叙文18】（24-25高三上·江苏南通·期中）In the 1980s, Ray Barnett worked in Uganda as a humanitarian worker. One day, a boy went to him and showed his gratitude by singing a song, which deeply touched Barnett’s heart. “When I went back to Canada and people were not interested in Uganda, I remembered the small boy. I knew that if some Ugandan children could travel to the West, people would be deeply moved and would certainly want to help,” Barnett recalls. In April 1984, Barnett and a team of volunteers travelled back to Uganda to select 31 children who would become the first African Children’s Choir. In September 1984, the choir arrived in North America and achieved more throughout their tour than Barnett could imagine. They inspired audiences with their stories through music, dance and drama and raised enough funds to open a children’s home in Uganda. This provided a stable environment and a quality education for the choir children and other children who needed care. While Barnett had thought of the choir as a one-time attempt, the choir’s instant popularity and the ongoing needs in Uganda convinced him to continue with choir work. In 1985, a second choir was selected from an orphanage home in Makerere, Kikoni, and the African Children’s Choir began another tour. Its success meant it was able to provide for many children beyond those in the choir. Over the next years, six more homes were established to cater for vulnerable children. A number of special literacy schools were established where the children learned how to read and write, and gained confidence and skills. The organization next established a sponsorship programme to help the children move further in their schooling. In 1990, the African Children’s Choir spread its wings and opened in Kenya. In 1994, it opened in Rwanda. In 1996, it opened another branch in South Sudan, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa. Currently, the African Children’s Choir is made up of 44 choirs, each with between 17-24 members, both boys and girls aged between 7-15. 1．Why did Barnett return to Uganda in 1984? A．To provide humanitarian aid to the area. B．To search for the boy he had met before. C．To organize a choir to help poor children. D．To send donations from Canadians to Uganda. 2．How was the children’s first performance? A．It was an unexpected hit. B．It barely covered its costs. C．It was an ordinary attempt. D．It was enjoyed by orphans. 3．What can we infer about the African Children’s Choir from the last two paragraphs? A．It is well-received by local parents and schools. B．It has grown rapidly and more kids benefit from it. C．It suffers financial difficulty and requires sponsoring. D．It pays more attention to kids’ schooling instead of music. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．A great choir brings hope to African kids. B．Music is a bridge across different cultures. C．The African Children’s Choir changes Africa. D．Music can shake off poverty and bring happiness. 试卷第24页，共24页 试卷第1页，共24页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$