专题04 阅读理解之应用文和记叙文(天津专用)-【好题汇编】备战2024-2025学年高一英语下学期期中真题分类汇编

专题04 阅读理解之应用文及记叙文 应用文 (23-24高一下.天津部分区.期中)1. Best Education Apps for Android SoloLearn Price: Free SoloLearn has tons of education courses on computer programming. All of them teach you a computer language. There is a range of languages available, including Python, Java, C++ and even JavaScrip. If you’re into computer programming at all, you should look into these. Quizlet Price: Free Quizlet is considered the best flashcards app out there. You can use it for almost any topic. You can practice memorizing vocabulary terms, and more. It also includes foreign language support, images and audio, and you can share flashcards with friends. EdX Price: Free EdX offers courses from actual colleges, including computer programming engineering, history, psychology, and hundreds of others. It features online o offline video lectures, course announcements and handouts, and various tutorials Anyone looking for higher education should have this app right now. Khan Academy Price: Free Khan Academy is another education platform. It currently has over 10,000instructional videos, classes, and other content. It deals with more typical education such as mathematics, economics, history, science, and more. There is also a version specifically for younger kids and we highly recommend that one as well. If we missed any of the best education apps for Android, tell us about them in the comments. You can find our latest app lists by clicking here. 36. What type of courses does SoloLearn offer? A. Educational theories. B. Computer programming. C. Foreign languages. D. Applied Mathematics. 37. Which app is friendly to foreign learners? A. SoloLearn. B. Quizlet. C. EdX. D. Khan Academy. 38. What do SoloLearn and EdX have in common? A. They attract computer lovers’ interests. B. They are designed for younger kids. C. They cover a wide range of subjects. D. They are targeted at higher education. 39. Which app is recommended for younger kids? A. EdX. B. Quizlet. C. SoloLearn. D. Khan Academy. 40. Where is the text most probably taken from? A. An educational journal. B. An advertisement. C. A travel guide. D. A website. 【答案】36. B 37. B 38. A 39. D 40. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四种Android最佳教育应用软件。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据SoloLearn部分中“SoloLearn has tons of education courses on computer programming. (SoloLearn有很多关于计算机编程的教育课程)”可知，SoloLearn提供计算机编程课程。故选B。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据Quizlet部分中“It also includes foreign language support, images and audio, and you can share flashcards with friends.(它还包括外语支持，图像和音频，你可以与朋友分享抽认卡)”可知，Quizlet最适合外语学习者。故选B。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。根据SoloLearn部分中“SoloLearn has tons of education courses on computer programming. All of them teach you a computer language. There is a range of languages available, including Python, Java, C++ and even JavaScrip. If you’re into computer programming at all, you should look into these.(SoloLearn有很多关于计算机编程的教育课程。他们都教你一门计算机语言。有一系列可用的语言，包括Python、Java、c++甚至javascript。如果你对计算机编程感兴趣，你应该看看这些)”和EdX部分中“EdX offers courses from actual colleges, including computer programming engineering, history, psychology, and hundreds of others.(EdX提供的课程来自真正的大学，包括计算机编程、工程、历史、心理学、营养学、统计学等数百门课程)”可知，SoloLearn和EdX的共同之处是它们都对电脑爱好者很有吸引力。故选A。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据Khan Academy部分中“There is also a version specifically for younger kids and we highly recommend that one as well.(还有一个专门为年幼孩子设计的版本，我们也强烈推荐)”可知，Khan Academy适合年龄较小的孩子。故选D。 【40题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“You can find our latest app lists by clicking here.(你可以点击这里找到我们最新的应用程序列表)”可推知，这段文字最有可能取自一个网站。故选D。 (23-24高一下.天津第四十七中.期中)2.We offer five kinds of courses. Each course has been designed to help students according to their needs. Course 1: General English General English is designed to develop students’ basic communication skills in speaking and pronunciation, reading, listening, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Tuesday to Friday: 9: 00 am to 11: 00 am, $ 288 per week. Course 2: Academic English Academic English is for students who want to take IELTS exam or for those who need to use English in professional area. Monday and Sunday, same content, 4: 00 pm to 5: 00 pm, $ 20 per hour. Course 3: High School ESL Why not make the most of your time studying in Australia with the help from TIES? We have High School ESL classes each week specifically designed for international students. Tuesday to Friday: 8: 00 to 11: 00 am, $ 25 per hour. Course 4: Night Classes Do you want to improve your English and get the best possible results in your ERE test? We have two night classes each week designed to meet your needs. Tuesday and Thursday evenings: 8: 30 pm to 10: 30 pm, $ 60 per day. Course 5:One on One If you are interested in some One on One lessons with TIES teachers, we can design a course to meet your needs. One on One lessons can improve your English language skills more quickly and help students who want to take EOEFL. Tuesday and Friday: 2: 00 pm to 5: 00 pm, $ 80 per hours. Please click here to learn more about the courses! 36. Which course would be helpful to an English beginner? A. High School ESL. B. General English. C. Night Classes. D. Academic English. 37. Who is the Course 3 designed for? A. University students. B. Office workers. C. International students D. Native English speakers. 38. How much will you pay if you spend two weeks taking the Night Classes? A. $ 240. B. $ 300. C. $ 360. D. $ 600. 39. If Tom only has spare time on Monday, which course can he attend? A. Course 1. B. Course 2. C. Course 3. D. Course 4. 40. In which section of a website can we find this passage? A. Lifestyle. B. Opinion. C. Health. D. Study. 【答案】36. B 37. C 38. A 39. B 40. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了五种课程的详细信息。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据Course 1: General English段落中的第一句“General English is designed to develop students’ basic communication skills in speaking and pronunciation, reading, listening, writing, grammar and vocabulary. (通用英语旨在培养学生在口语和发音、阅读、听力、写作、语法和词汇方面的基本沟通技能)”可知，General English是适合需要基本的沟通技巧的学生，也就是说适合初学者。故选B。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据Course 3: High School ESL段落中的“We have High School ESL classes each week specifically designed for international students.(我们每周都有专门为国际学生设计的高中ESL课程)”可知，课程3是为国际学生设计的。故选C。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。由题干关键词the Night Classes可以定位到段落Course 4：Night Classes。根据该段句子“We have two night classes each week designed to meet your needs. Tuesday and Thursday evenings: 8: 30 pm to 10: 30 pm, $ 60 per day.(我们每周有两个夜校，旨在满足您的需求。星期二和星期四晚上：晚上8点30分至10点30分，每天60美元)”可知，每周２次课程，每次课程60元；两周的晚上课程就是4*60=240元。故选A。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据Course 2: Academic English段落中的“ Monday and Sunday, same content, 4: 00 pm to 5: 00 pm, $ 20 per hour.(周一和周日，内容相同，下午4:00至5:00，每小时20美元)”可知，如果汤姆只有星期一有空闲时间，他能上课程2。故选B。 【40题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“We offer five kinds of courses. Each course has been designed to help students according to their needs.(我们提供五种课程。每门课程都是根据学生的需要来帮助他们的)”可知，文章主要介绍了五种课程的详细信息，据此可以推出，本文是关于学习的文章，所以理应是在学习栏目里找到。故选D。 (23-24高一下.天津河北区.期中)3. In an era where digital innovation is reshaping every aspect of our lives. the world of reading has not been left behind. A large number of apps have appeared to meet the diverse preferences of readers, each with its unique features and large collections of content. ※ Media 365 Media 365 is a free reading app for Android that lets you read all of the books in its library. Authors can self-publish on the Media 365 platform, but there are also a large number of popular published books available, like the Harry Potter book series. ※ Hoopla Digital Check out the Hoopla Digital app, another excellent app making use of your kid’s library card. It’s great for all ages, giving kids the ability to borrow free digital eBooks, audiobooks, plus music and other media available (可获得的) in your local public library. It’s no wonder it’s one of the top 15 book apps in the App Store. ※ ComiXology ComiXology is one of the oldest and most popular services for reading comic books digitally. The ComiXology online store, now owned by Amazon, offers thousands of new and classic comic books from major publishers like Marvel, DC Comics, and Image Comics. ※ Literal: An Addictive Reader What makes ‘Literal: An Addictive Reader’ such a cool reading app for young people aged 10 to 19 is that it offers both classic titles along with new er books and turns the format into something Gen Z. knows well: Group Chats. Kids can read books together with their friends in a book group, which is easy to use through the Literal app. These apps not only make reading more accessible and convenient but also enrich the reading experience with features that appeal to different people and interests. As digital technology continues to advance, these apps lead the way in changing how we find, get, and enjoy books and media. This ensures that the excitement of reading remains strong in the digital age. 31. What is special about Media 365? A. It is owned by Amazon. B. It features classic books. C. It is only available on iPhones. D. It allows writers to self-publish their works. 32. How does Hoopla Digital improve the reading experience? A. By using a library card for borrowing digital media. B. By providing a platform for purchasing new books. C. By offering professional book editing services. D. By charging for each eBook and audiobook. 33. Which app should you choose if you wish to read DC comics digitally? A. Media36 B. ComiXology. C. Hoopla Digital. D. Literal: An Addictive Reader. 34. How is the Literal app different from the other three reading apps? A. It is the No. 1 app in the App Store. B. It has a wide collection of audiobooks. C. It supports reading books through group chats. D. It offers free digital content with a library card. 35. What common goal do these reading apps share? A. To make reading easier and suit different likes. B. To provide a platform for playing video games. C. To focus on publishing and selling physical books. D. To create social media platforms for book discussions. 【答案】31. D 32. A 33. B 34. C 35. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了几款为读者提供良好阅读体验的应用程序。 【31题详解】 细节理解题。根据Media365中“Authors can self-publish on the Media 365 platform, but there are also a large number of popular published books available, like the Harry Potter book series.(作者可以在Media365平台上自行出版，但也有大量流行的出版书籍，如《哈利·波特》系列)”可知，Media365的特别之处在于它允许作家在该平台上自行出版他们的作品。故选D项。 【32题详解】 细节理解题。根据Hoopla Digital中“Check out the Hoopla Digital app, another excellent app making use of your kid’s library card. It’s great for all ages, giving kids the ability to borrow free digital eBooks, audiobooks, plus music and other media available (可获得的) in your local public library.(看看Hoopla Digital应用程序，这是另一个利用孩子借书证的优秀应用程序。它适用于所有年龄段，让孩子们能够在当地公共图书馆借阅免费的数字电子书、有声读物、音乐和其他媒体)”可知，Hoopla Digital使用借书证借阅数字媒体来改善阅读体验。故选A项。 【33题详解】 细节理解题。根据ComiXology中“The ComiXology online store, now owned by Amazon, offers thousands of new and classic comic books from major publishers like Marvel, DC Comics, and Image Comics.(ComiXology在线商店现在归亚马逊所有，提供来自漫威、DC漫画和Image漫画等主要出版商的数千本新的和经典的漫画书)”可知，如果你想数字化阅读DC漫画，你应该选择ComiXology。故选B项。 【34题详解】 细节理解题。根据Literal: An Addictive Reader中“What makes ‘Literal: An Addictive Reader’ such a cool reading app for young people aged 10 to 19 is that it offers both classic titles along with new er books and turns the format into something Gen Z. knows well: Group Chats. Kids can read books together with their friends in a book group, which is easy to use through the Literal app.(对于10到19岁的年轻人来说，Literal: An Addictive Reader之所以成为一款很酷的阅读应用，是因为它既提供经典书籍，也提供新书，还把这种形式变成了Z世代所熟悉的：群聊。孩子们可以和他们的朋友一起在读书小组里读书，这很容易通过Literal应用程序使用)”可知， Literal: An Addictive Reader与其他三款阅读应用程序不同之处是，它支持通过群聊来读书。故选C项。 【35题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“These apps not only make reading more accessible and convenient but also enrich the reading experience with features that appeal to different people and interests.(这些应用程序不仅使阅读变得更容易、更方便，而且还通过吸引不同人群和兴趣的功能丰富了阅读体验)”可知，这些阅读应用的共同目标是使阅读更容易，适合不同的爱好。故选A项。 (23-24高一下.天津河东区.期中)4. 4 fun ways to spend a summer day at the beach Kite-Flying on Long Beach, Washington The beach at Long Beach is a perfect spot for flying kites. For starters, the beach is long, wide and relatively flat. More importantly, because the town sits on a peninsula (半岛) in the southwest corner of the state, wind can always provide ideal conditions for keeping kites in the sky. Kite-flying in these parts is so famous that Washington State International Kite Festival is organized here every year. Crabbing in Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts For a quieter experience however, take the family to the calmer beaches along Cape Cod Bay, and be sure to bring a tool to dig for crabs that hide in the sand. Though the crabs that can be found here aren’t necessarily meaty, kids and grown-ups love the process of looking for breathing holes and digging for treasure. Exploring sand hills at Silver Lake, Michigan Beaches along lakes are just as interesting as ocean beaches—especially when they come with sand hills waiting to be explored. Such is the case with the Silver Lake Sand Hills. The area is famous for the only hills east of Utah to allow motorized vehicles in summer, which means they are a favorite spot for families with kids old enough enough to speed around on Go-Karts(卡丁车). Surf-fishing along Playalinda Beach, Florida You don’t have to head out on a boat to fish from the ocean; at least not when the family is vacationing near Playalinda Beach. This stretch of shoreline is popular in fishing circles as destination for surf-fishing. Fishing is best 2 hours before or after high tide(潮水). 36. Where can a family interested in catching crabs go? A. Long Beach, Washington B. Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts. C. Silver Lake, Michigan. D. Playalinda, Florida. 37. Long Beach is a perfect spot for flying kites because________. A. it is an island to the northeast of the state B. a Kite Festival is organized there every year C. there are lots of sand hills on the beach there D. the location of the town leads to ideal wind conditions 38. In which part of a magazine is the article probably taken from? A. Vacation B. Sports C. Health D. Food 【答案】36. B 37. D 38. A 【解析】 【分析】这是一篇应用文。短文介绍了四处海滩度假胜地。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据Crabbing in Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts中的“be sure to bring a tool to dig for crabs that hide in the sand. Though the crabs that can be found here aren’t necessarily meaty, kids and grown-ups love the process of looking for breathing holes and digging for treasure.”可知，一定要带工具去挖藏在沙子里的螃蟹。虽然在这里能找到的螃蟹不一定是多肉的，但孩子和大人都喜欢寻找呼吸孔和挖掘宝藏的过程。由此可知，一个对抓螃蟹感兴趣的家庭可以去Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts。故选B项。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据Kite-Flying on Long Beach, Washington中的“More importantly, because the town sits on a peninsula (半岛) in the southwest corner of the state, wind can always provide ideal conditions for keeping kites in the sky.”可知，更重要的是，由于该镇位于该州西南角的一个半岛上，风总能为在空中放风筝提供理想的条件。所以Long Beach是放风筝的最佳地点，因为小镇的位置有着理想的风力条件。故选D项。 【38题详解】 推理判断题。根据标题“4 fun ways to spend a summer day at the beach”可知，在海滩度过夏日的4种有趣方式以及下文对四处海滩度假胜地的具体介绍可知，短文来自报纸的“假日”版面。故选A项。 (23-24高一下.天津河西区.期中)5. With a history of about 5,000 years，Stonehenge is one of the world wonders. It’s a circle of stones of different heights. The stones used to be about 200 kilometers away. Now, people still wonder how these people moved the huge stones without machines’ help. No visit to Paris is complete without a trip to Louvre Museum, one of the largest and most famous art museums in the world. About 35,000 works of art from different centuries are on show. Heavy snow, cold wind and thin oxygen，Mount Qomolangma seems to say “no” to any climber who dreams about making it to the top of the world. Tenzing and Edmund were the earliest to arrive at the top, but they were up there for just 15 minutes before coming down. In the north of England lies Lake District National Park, which is very beautiful, with hills, lakes, and forest. Most tourists enjoy walking around the lakes and climbing mountains. Lake District National Park is also a perfect place to paint the beautiful countryside. 31. People are still wondering how ancient people ______. A. wrote the history of machines B. made different stones C walked 200 kilometers D. managed to move the stones 32. The followings make it difficult to reach the top of Qomolangma EXCEPT ______. A. heavy snow B. large lakes C cold wind D. thin oxygen 33. ______ is a great choice to enjoy walking around the lakes. A. Stonehenge B. Lake District National Park C. Mount Qomolangma D. Louvre Museum 34. We can learn from the passage that ______. A. Stonehenge has a history of five hundred years B. the works of art in Louvre Museum are from the same century C. Tenzing and Edmund were the first to reach the top of Qomolangma D. Lake District National Park is in the south of England 35. The passage is probably taken from ______. A. a travel guide B. a diary C a news report D. a story book 【答案】31. D 32. B 33. B 34. C 35. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四个世界上著名的景点。 【31题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Now, people still wonder how these people moved the huge stones without machines’ help.(现在，人们仍然想知道，没有机器的帮助，这些人是如何移动巨石的。)”可知，人们仍然想知道古人是如何移动这些石头的。故选D。 【32题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“Heavy snow, cold wind and thin oxygen , Mount Qomolangma seems to say “no” to any climber who dreams about making it to the top of the world.(大雪、寒风和稀薄的氧气，珠穆朗玛峰似乎对任何梦想登上世界之巅的登山者说 “不”。)”可知，大雪、寒风和稀薄的氧气使得人们想登上珠穆朗玛峰变得困难。选项B没有提及，与文意不符，故选B。 【33题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“In the north of England lies Lake District National Park, which is very beautiful, with hills, lakes, and forest. Most tourists enjoy walking around the lakes and climbing mountains.(位于英格兰北部的湖区国家公园，非常美丽，有山丘，湖泊和森林。大多数游客喜欢在湖边散步和爬山。)”可知，对于喜欢在湖边散步的人而言，位于英格兰北部的湖区国家公园是一个很好的选择。故选B。 【34题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“Tenzing and Edmund were the earliest to arrive at the top(丹增和爱德蒙是最早到达山顶的)”可知，丹增和爱德蒙两人是最早登上珠穆朗玛峰上的。故选C。 【35题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章中的四幅图及其后的文章内容的介绍，可知本文主要介绍了闻名世界的四个景点。所以文章最可能来自于旅游指南。故选A。 (23-24高一下.天津建华中学.期中)6. University Shotokan Karate Club Learn Karate-self-defence and fitness The university karate club was founded in 1962. All grades from beginners to advanced are welcome. The classes are suitable for both men and women, and several women have obtained their black belts. TUESDAY AND THURSDAY 6: 00 p. m. -8: 00 p. m. WEAVER HOUSE GYM FIRST LESSON FREE Hardly any of us have experienced real violence, but, over the last five years, attacks on innocent people have increased. Each of us has some ability to defend ourselves, and by learning a form of self-defence, we are not only increasing that ability, but also doing something to build our own sense of respect. Karate will show you a lot of simple and effective techniques to protect yourself, giving you increased self-confidence. Far too many people think martial arts are about violence. Martial-arts training is based on a lot of respect, self-discipline, self-control and non-violence. We learn basic etiquette, courtesy and tolerance. Good manners and consideration for others are expected at all times. Karate is the practice of blocking and striking techniques for the purpose of self-defence, health and self-development. Karate exercises the entire body. Techniques are practised on both sides of the body; therefore, muscle imbalances do not occur, and the strength, coordination, flexibility and agility of both sides of the body are improved. Regular training in karate improves the body’s physical endurance and flexibility. It also helps concentration and produces the mental calm and assurance that come from knowing we can defend ourselves. Karate has many benefits but they do not come easily or overnight. Training requires ongoing commitment and hard work. Some of you will give up, but a few of you will get your black belts. 41. The passage is mainly intended to _______ . A. attract readers to join the club B. tell readers the benefits of karate C. encourage people to get their black belts D. correct people’s misunderstanding of karate 42. What can be learned about University Shotokan Karate Club? A. It offers 4 hours of lessons every week. B. Members don’t need to pay for the lessons. C. It tests members to see what level they are at. D. More men than women have been its members. 43. According to the passage, which of the following statements about karate is true? A. It focuses as much on self-defence as on attack. B. It makes people healthy physically instead of mentally. C. It involves people’s arm muscles more than thigh muscles. D. It cultivates people’s respect for themselves as well as for others. 【答案】41. A 42. A 43. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，学校的跆拳道俱乐部准备招募学员，文章介绍了跆拳道的相关知识，跆拳道不仅可以锻炼身体，增强体质，还能培养人的自尊，自律和为他人着想的内在品质。 【41题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第一段的“All grades from beginners to advanced are welcome. The classes are suitable for both men and women and several women have obtained their black belt.”（从初学到高段的所有层次都可以。课程男女都适合，已经有几个女学员获得了黑带）和“FIRST LESSON FREE”（第一节免费）可知，这篇文章的主要目的是吸引读者参加跆拳道俱乐部学习。故选A项。 【42题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章中的“TUESDAY AND THURSDAY6:00-8:00p.m.”（周二和周四，下午6点到8点）可知，俱乐部周二和周四上课，每节课持续2两小时，所以每周总共上4小时。故选A项。 【43题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第三段中“We learn basic etiquette, courtesy and tolerance. Good manners and consideration for others are expected at all times.”（我们学习基本礼仪，礼仪和宽容。任何时候都要有礼貌、为他人着想。）可知，跆拳道能够培养人的自尊、礼仪和为他人着想的内在品质。故选D项。 (23-24高一下.天津重点校联考.期中)7. Cool places to stay for cycling adventures From its dusty eastern reaches to its river valleys and lava flows, Oregon attracts adventure-hungry bicyclists. And the Oregon Scenic Bikeways program makes it easy to explore. So point your wheels down one of these routes chosen to highlight a variety of landscapes, skill levels and distances. Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway It’s exciting: riding past fields of world-class hops, rolling along hills dotted with rows of wine grapes, leaning your bike outside a small cafe at a rural crossroads for a strong cup of coffee. The bounty of Oregon is on full display as you cycle the nation’s first scenic bikeway, 134 miles down a river valley snaking between the Coast Range and Cascade Range. Old West Scenic Bikeway The 174-mile Old West Scenic Bikeway weaves through rangeland, along rushing rivers and toward an unending desert. And around these parts, folks are known for their put-your-feet-up hospitality. Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway This 55-mile route starts and ends in Ashland and includes 5,000 feet of climbing. From town, you climb through tropical grassland into deep forests. Stay in Ashland. Or turn the ride into an overnight ride and stay in a cabin in the woods. McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway This 38-mile route climbs through a forest to a 65-square-mile lava flow with 360-degree views of the Cascadian Volcanoes. The 25-mile, 4,000-foot descent to the McKenzie River has brake-burning turns through the forest. Professional tip: The McKenzie Highway is closed during the winter, but for several weeks before it opens to cars in the spring, the road is only managed for non-motorized use. 36. Which is the first scenic bikeway in the USA? A. Old West Scenic Bikeway. B. McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway. C. Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway. D. Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway. 37. What is special about the Old West Scenic Bikeway? A. It is the shortest but full of stories. B. It is located beside the Cascadian Volcanoes. C. It offers bicyclists desert scenery. D. It discourages riders because of unfriendly locals. 38. Where can bicyclists stay overnight if they cycle the Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway? A. In Ashland or the woods. B. In the desert. C. In fields or a small cafe. D. In a forest. 39. What should travelers know about McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway? A. It is easy for bicyclists of all levels. B. It is inaccessible by car in spring. C. It is closed during the winter. D. It is famous for cabins in the woods. 40. What is the purpose of the text? A To attract members for a cycling club. B. To introduce four cycling routes in Oregon. C. To point out the importance of cycling. D. To encourage people to take cycling adventures. 【答案】36. D 37. C 38. A 39. C 40. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了俄勒冈州的四条自行车路线以及它们各自的特色。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway中“The bounty of Oregon is on full display as you cycle the nation’s first scenic bikeway, 134 miles down a river valley snaking between the Coast Range and Cascade Range.(当你骑上全国第一条风景优美的自行车道，沿着海岸山脉和喀斯喀特山脉之间蜿蜒的河谷骑行134英里时，俄勒冈州的美景尽收眼底。)”可知，美国第一个风景优美的自行车道是Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway。故选D。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据Old West Scenic Bikeway部分中“The 174-mile Old West Scenic Bikeway weaves through rangeland, along rushing rivers and toward an unending desert.(全长174英里的老西部风景自行车道蜿蜒穿过牧场，沿着奔流的河流走向无尽的沙漠)”可知，Old West Scenic Bikeway的特别之处是它为骑自行车的人提供沙漠风景。故选C。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。根据Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway部分中“Stay in Ashland. Or turn the ride into an overnight ride and stay in a cabin in the woods.(停留在Ashland。或者把旅程变成一晚的旅程，住在树林里的小木屋里)”可知，如果骑行Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway，可以在Ashland或树林里过夜。故选A。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“Professional tip: The McKenzie Highway is closed during the winter, but for several weeks before it opens to cars in the spring, the road is only managed for non-motorized use.(专业提示：麦肯齐高速公路在冬季关闭，但在春季对汽车开放之前的几周内，这条公路只对非机动车辆开放)”可知，McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway在冬天关闭。故选C。 【40题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段中“From its dusty eastern reaches to its river valleys and lava flows, Oregon attracts adventure-hungry bicyclists. And the Oregon Scenic Bikeways program makes it easy to explore. (从尘土飞扬的东部到达河谷和熔岩流，俄勒冈州吸引着渴望冒险的自行车爱好者。俄勒冈州的风景自行车道项目使它很容易探索)”结合文章主要介绍了俄勒冈州的四条自行车路线以及它们各自的特色可推知，文章的目的是介绍俄勒冈州的四条自行车路线。故选B。 (23-24高一下.天津咸水沽一中和东丽百中.期中)8. Sometimes, we need a little help and get back to a state of mindfulness when it comes to taking care of our physical and mental health. Wellness vacations are on the rise. ■ Ketanga Fitness When: April 6 — 10 Where: Phoenix, Arizona What: Sweat it out surrounded by the red rocks of Arizona’s desert. P.E. Club owner Nedra Lopez leads a mixture of high and low intensity workouts in the mornings and evenings. During breaks, guests will have plenty of time to explore the desert. After your last workout class, you can hit the town for dinner and drinks. ■ Rksolid Retreat When: April 15 — 22 Where: Oahu, Hawaii What: What better excuses to relax yourself in Hawaii than a retreat led by Barry’s Bootcamp star Rebecca Kennedy? During your week-long journey to Oahu, you’ll surf, climb waterfalls, and hike the Stairway to Heaven trail. In between all those workouts, Kennedy creates a special stretch and recovery class so you won’t skip a beat next day. ■ Wellness Immersion When: August Where: Amanbagh, India What: The Amanbagh hotel offers 4-21 day programs focusing on immersion courses that focus on relieving stress from people’s body. Activities include hikes overlooking beautiful gorges, yoga and meditation sessions, and meals made with organic, locally harvested produce. ■ Mile High Run Club When: August 18 — 28 Where: Reykjavik, Iceland What: After landing in Reykjavik, runners can work towards their best time in the annual marathon, half marathon, or 10K. After a race, you’ll soothe your muscles in the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa and hit the ground running again with guided runs through Thorsmork National Park. Do we even have to mention Skaftafell’s crazy glacier views? 51. Which vacation will you choose if you want to visit desert? A. Rksolid Retreat. B. Ketanga Fitness. C. Wellness Immersion. D. Mile High Run Club. 52. What will you do in between all those workouts on the Rksolid Retreat vacation? A. Go surfing. B. Climb waterfalls. C. Hike the Stairway to Heaven trail. D. Attend a special stretch and recovery class. 53. During the Wellness Immersion, people can ________. A. enjoy a free hotel stay and service B. visit Thorsmork National Park C. taste food made by local organic produce D. relax muscles in a geothermal spa 54. What do the four vacations have in common? A. Men are the target vacationers. B. They are combinations of wellness and scenery. C. Courses and classes are arranged during them. D. They are available all year round. 55. What’s the purpose of the passage? A. To promote marathon events. B. To attract more tourists to America. C. To advertise some P.E. clubs. D. To introduce some wellness vacations. 【答案】51. B 52. D 53. C 54. B 55. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个健康假期活动的信息。 【51题详解】 细节理解题。根据 Ketanga Fitness部分中“What: Sweat it out surrounded by the red rocks of Arizona’s desert. P.E. Club owner Nedra(活动：在亚利桑那州沙漠的红色岩石中挥汗如雨。体育俱乐部老板Nedra)”可知，如果你想去沙漠，你会选择Ketanga Fitness。故选B。 【52题详解】 细节理解题。根据Rksolid Retreat部分中“In between all those workouts, Kennedy creates a special stretch and recovery class so you won’t skip a beat next day.(在所有这些训练之间，肯尼迪创建了一个特殊的拉伸和恢复课程，这样你第二天就不会错过一个节拍)”可知，在Rksolid Retreat度假期间，你可以在训练中参加一个特殊的伸展和恢复课程。故选D。 【53题详解】 细节理解题。根据 Wellness Immersion部分中“Activities include hikes overlooking beautiful gorges, yoga and meditation sessions, and meals made with organic, locally harvested produce.(活动包括徒步远眺美丽的峡谷、瑜伽和冥想，以及用当地收获的有机农产品烹制的餐点)”可知，在Wellness Immersion期间，人们可以品尝由当地有机农产品制作的食物。故选C。 【54题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一部分中“During breaks, guests will have plenty of time to explore the desert.(在休息期间，客人将有足够的时间探索沙漠)”；第二部分中“During your week-long journey to Oahu, you’ll surf, climb waterfalls, and hike the Stairway to Heaven trail.(在为期一周的瓦胡岛之旅中，您将冲浪、攀爬瀑布，并徒步天堂之梯)”；第三部分中“Activities include hikes overlooking beautiful gorges, yoga and meditation sessions, and meals made with organic, locally harvested produce.(活动包括徒步远眺美丽的峡谷、瑜伽和冥想，以及用当地收获的有机农产品烹制的餐点)”以及最后一部分中“After a race, you’ll soothe your muscles in the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa and hit the ground running again with guided runs through Thorsmork National Park.(比赛结束后，您将在蓝礁湖地热水疗中心放松肌肉，并在导游的引导下穿过索尔斯莫克国家公园再次开始跑步)”可知，这四个假期的共同之处是它们是健康和风景的结合。故选B。 【55题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Sometimes, we need a little help and get back to a state of mindfulness when it comes to taking care of our physical and mental health. Wellness vacations are on the rise.(有时，当涉及到照顾我们的身心健康时，我们需要一点帮助，并回到一种正念的状态。健康假期正在兴起)”结合文章主要介绍了四个健康假期活动的信息。可推知，这篇文章的目的是介绍一些健康假期。故选D。 (22-23高一下.天津部分区.期中)9. Thirsk Brick Show Date: 13th February Venue: Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall Description: A small LEGO show in this town hall, back for its third year. The profits from the show go to Holy Rood House, an aged care centre in the town. LEGO displays and some activities. Cost: Small entry fee in aid of charity Discovery Brick Show Date: 28th - 29th May Venue: Discovery Museum Description: This LEGO show in central Newcastle returns, with LEGO models from builders across the UK, activities and a marketplace for LEGO - lovers. Cost: Some free activities; entry to see the models and the marketplace requires a paid ticket. Hull Brickfest Date: 7th - 8th August Venue: Guildhall Description: This LEGO show returns for another year in the centre of Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire. Cost: Free entry; ticket booking recommended. Caterham Model Show Date: 18th September Venue: Centenary Hall Description: This established LEGO and model show is back again this year, LEGO displays, activities and traders as well as non - LEGO displays activities and traders. Cost: Paid tickets required for entry; see event page for details. 36. Which show’s profits will be used to help old people? A. Thirsk Brick Show. B. Discovery Brick Show. C. Hull Brickfest. D. Caterham Model Show. 37. Which show is held in Newcastle? A. Hull Brickfest. B. Thirsk Brick Show. C. Discovery Brick Show. D. Caterham Model Show. 38. Which venue will host a free but ticketed LEGO event? A. Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall. B. Discovery Museum. C. Centenary Hall. D. Guildhall. 39. What do the four events have in common? A. They have been held before. B. They will take place in winter. C. They will sell tickets at the door. D. They include some non - LEGO activities. 40. What is the purpose of this text? A. To explain LEGO culture. B. To help the poor in the shows. C. To introduce the LEGO Shows. D. To cut the cost of the shows. 【答案】36. A 37. C 38. D 39. A 40. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个乐高表演活动的情况。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据Thirsk Brick Show部分的“The profits from the show go to Holy Rood House, an aged care centre in the town.(该节目的利润归镇上的一家老年护理中心Holy Rood House所有)”可知，Thirsk Brick Show活动的收入帮助一家老年护理中心。故选A。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据Discovery Brick Show部分的“This LEGO show in central Newcastle returns(这场在Newcastle中心举行的乐高表演将回归)”可知，Discovery Brick Show在Newcastle举行。故选C。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。根据Hull Brick Festival部分中的“Cost: Free entry; ticket booking is recommended.(费用：免费入场；建议订票)”以及“Place: Guildhall(地点：Guildhall)”可知，该活动是免费但有售票的LEGO活动，在Guildhall举行。故选D。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据Thirsk Brick Show部分的“A small LEGO show in this town hall, back for its third year.(这个市政厅里的一个小型乐高表演，已经是第三年了)”，Discovery Brick Show部分的“This LEGO show in central Newcastle returns(这场在Newcastle中心举行的乐高表演将回归)”，Hull Brickfest部分的“This LEGO show returns for another year in the centre of Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire.(这场乐高表演将在约克郡东莱德赫尔市中心再回归)”，Caterham Model Show部分的“This established LEGO and model show is back again this year(这场著名的乐高和模型秀今年再次回归)”可知，这四个活动的共同点是它们以前都举行过。故选A。 【40题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章介绍了4个乐高活动，包括它们的特点、地点、票价等。由此推知，本文的目的是介绍乐高表演。故选C。 (22-23高一下.天津第三中学.期中)10. Do you love music? If you are a music lover, there are some music festivals for you to learn about. Strawberry Music Festival Held at the most beautiful fairgrounds (露天广场) in California, Strawberry Music Festival takes over the Nevada County Fairgrounds every Memorial Day (美国阵亡将士纪念日) for four days of family run. This park, which is set in the Sierra Nevada foothills (山麓小丘), offers the perfect environment for camping and performances by some of the top artists. The festival also offers children’s programmes, workshops and activities for all ages. Tree Town Music Festival You don’t have to be in the Southwest or in Texas to enjoy yourself in the country lifestyle. Country living can be found all over the United States. Tree Town Music Festival in Forest City, Iowa, is a great example of country fun in the Midwest. Tree Town Music Festival features camping and live music from some of the biggest names in modern countries. Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival This festival shows respect for the traditions of India and its people. Food, music and performances are top attractions and display the Indian tradition proudly. Yoga fans can catch a relaxing practice. This experience of Indian culture is fun for all ages. SXSW Music Festival The SXSW Music Festival is a world-wide music event taking place every March in Austin, Texas. Each year the SXSW Music Festival hosts a wonderful mix of artists performing in clubs, parks, hotels and more in Austin, Texas. 36. How long doss the Strawberry Music Festival last? A. For a week B. For four days. C. For a few hours. D. For the whole month of March. 37. What can you do in Forest City, Iowa? A. Visit art workshops with you kids. B. Taste many kinds of delicious food. C. Take part in interesting yoga classes. D. Have fun experiencing great country life. 38. What is special about Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival? A. It shows Indian culture. B. Its theme is about yoga. C. It is suitable for children. D. It is held at the fairground. 39. Which of the festivals is held in Texas? A. SXSW Music Festival. B. Tree Town Music Festival. C. Strawberry Music Festival. D. Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival. 40. Which festival will you attend if you like camping? ①Strawberry Music Festival ②Tree Town Music Festival ③Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival ④SXSW Music Festival A. ②③ B. ①④ C. ①② D. ③④ 【答案】36. B 37. D 38. A 39. A 40. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了几个各具特色的音乐节。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。由Strawberry Music Festival中的“Held at the most beautiful fairgrounds (露天广场) in California, Strawberry Music Festival takes over the Nevada County Fairgrounds every Memorial Day (阵亡将士纪念日) for four days of family run. (草莓音乐节在加利福尼亚州最美丽的游乐场举行，每个阵亡将士纪念日都会在内华达州县游乐场举行为期四天的家庭音乐节)”可知，Strawberry Music Festival持续四天。故选B项。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。由Tree Town Music Festival中的“Country living can be found all over the United States. Tree Town Music Festival in Forest City, Iowa, is a great example of country fun in the Midwest. (乡村生活在美国随处可见。爱荷华州森林城的Tree Town Music Festival是中西部乡村娱乐的一个很好的例子)”可知，在爱荷华州森林城你能体验美好的乡村生活。故选D项。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。由Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival中的“This festival shows respect for the traditions of India and its people. (这个节日表达了对印度及其人民传统的尊重)”和“This experience of Indian culture is fun for all ages. (这种印度文化体验对所有年龄段的人来说都很有趣)”可知，Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival特别之处在于它展示了印度文化。故选A项。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。由SXSW Music Festival中的“The SXSW Music Festival is a world-wide music event taking place every March in Austin, Texas. (SXSW音乐节是每年三月在得克萨斯州奥斯汀举行的一项全球音乐活动)”可知，得克萨斯州举办SXSW Music Festival。故选A项。 【40题详解】 细节理解题。由Strawberry Music Festival中的“This park, which is set in the Sierra Nevada foothills (山麓小丘), offers the perfect environment for camping and performances by some of the top artists. (该公园位于内华达山脉山麓，为一些顶尖艺术家的露营和表演提供了完美的环境)”和Tree Town Music Festival中的“Tree Town Music Festival features camping and live music from some of the biggest names in modern countries. (Tree Town Music Festival以露营和现代国家一些知名人士的现场音乐为特色)”可知，如果你喜欢野营，你可以参加Strawberry Music Festival和Tree Town Music Festival。故选C项。 (22-23高一下.天津第一百中学.期中)11. Dance Classes for Kids Near Me Search Dance Class for Kids near me, and Twist N Turns is the best you could get. ★ What does Dance Class for Kids offer at Twist N Turns? Jazz dance and street dance. ★ What is the application process? Applications are accepted throughout the year. The course will run for only four terms. To apply one must visit our center and fill in the application form with one passport-size photo, the birth certificate along with the $50 application fee. ★ What is the course structure? The dance course for kids is for 3.5 to 12 years, divided into three groups: Toddlers (3.5-5 years), Kids (6-8 years) and Tweens (9-12 years). For below 5 years, we teach creative movement, which is basically the pre-dance class, a way for children to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, and stimulate imagination. The advanced course includes body awareness, strength, conditioning, space awareness, expressions, and musicality. At the end of the course, all students have to appear for a performance test in the studio, where they have to demonstrate moves. Then, the kids are selected and promoted to improvers or advanced classes, depending on their skill and level of performance. Not all kids make it to the next level. ★ What are the rules? 80% attendance is required. Students have to come in uniform. Also, refer to Dance Etiquette (礼仪). ★ Are certificates provided? The certificate is awarded to students on an internal examination basis conducted after the completion of the course. To attain the certificate one must go to a minimum of 39 classes. 36. The dance class offers ______ kinds of dance. A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5 37. What should a boy bring to apply for a dance course? A. His passport. B. His family photo. C. His application form. D. His birth certificate. 38. What do toddlers learn in the dance course? A. Creative movement. B. Body awareness. C. Space awareness. D. Musicality. 39. Which is NOT true about the performance test? A. It takes place at the end of the course. B. Students will show their moves in the test. C. The students with full attendance can skip the test. D. Not all students can be promoted to the next level. 40. What is required of a student to get a certificate? A. Winning an internal award. B. Attending at least 39 classes. C. Knowing dance etiquette well. D. Getting an A on the performance test. 【答案】36. A 37. D 38. A 39. C 40. B 【解析】 【导语】本文为一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了Twist N Turns舞蹈班的相关课程和报名方式。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章★What does Dance Class for Kids offer at Twist N Turns?部分“Jazz dance and street dance.(爵士舞和街舞。)”可知，主要提供两种舞蹈课程，故选A。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章★ What is the application process?部分“To apply one must visit our center and fill in the application form with one passport-size photo, the birth certificate along with the $50 application fee.(要申请，必须访问我们的中心，填写申请表，并附上一张护照尺寸的照片、出生证明以及50美元的申请费。)”可知，一个男孩如果想要申请课程，需要带上出生证明，故选D。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章★ What is the course structure?部分第二段“For below 5 years, we teach creative movement, which is basically the pre-dance class, a way for children to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, and stimulate imagination.(5岁以下，我们教授创造性动作，这基本上是舞蹈前课程，是孩子们通过音乐探索动作、发展身体技能和激发想象力的一种方式。)”可知，幼儿可以学到创造性动作，故选A。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章★ What is the course structure?部分第四段“At the end of the course, all students have to appear for a performance test in the studio, where they have to demonstrate moves. Then, the kids are selected and promoted to improvers or advanced classes, depending on their skill and level of performance. Not all kids make it to the next level.(课程结束时，所有学生都必须在工作室参加表演测试，在那里他们必须演示动作。然后，根据孩子的技能和表演水平，他们被选中并提升到改良班或者高阶班。并不是所有孩子都能达到下一个水平。)”可知，ABD表述正确，C项“全勤的孩子可以跳过测试”表述错误，故选C。 【40题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章★ Are certificates provided?部分“To attain the certificate one must go to a minimum of 39 classes.(要获得证书，必须至少上39节课。)”可知，要获取证书，要求学生至少上39节课，故选B。 记叙文 (23-24高一下.天津部分区.期中)1.“Do you want to go to work with me today?” Asked my father one day when I was nine or 10 years old He had never taken me to work with him before. How could I have said no? I had no idea where my father worked, nor how he earned a living. All I knew, back around 1992, was that he left our house every morning before we woke up and came back every night after we finished dinner. So, I gave him a positive answer. My dad drove us south to the city of Newark, where he was born. There we entered a middle-class apartment building. He made the rounds doing regular duty for the next few hours with me following closely. He checked the basic systems and services. He collected rents. He carried around a case of tools in case he needed to fix a broken door or get a washing machine running again. He took me to work with him a few other times over the years. I always loved going. I got to see him in action, doing his job among other people, out in the wider world and looking important, even heroic. I felt proud of him, proud to be his son. I wish he had taken me more often. Years later, I followed this tradition. I took my daughter Caroline with me to my office for a day. She saw me in a glassed-off conference room brainstorming with colleagues, on the phone talking with clients and — no doubt the most attractive scene of all — on my computer writing a report. With any luck, my daughter felt the same pride I had felt with my own father. Today fewer and fewer kids get the same opportunity. Maybe we should make this a tradition. 41. Why did the author agree to go to work with his father for the first time? A. He wanted to earn money for himself. B. He was forced to go by his father. C. He was curious about his father’s job. D. He intended to repair their relationship. 42. What tasks did the author’s father do? A. Checking systems, collecting rents, and fixing appliances. B. Working with colleagues and brainstorming ideas. C. Answering phone calls and organizing paperwork. D. Writing reports and attending meetings regularly. 43. How did the author feel after seeing his father work? A. He felt pity for his father. B. He admired his father’s skills. C. He thought highly of his father. D. He questioned his father’s choice. 44. What tradition did the author follow years later with his own daughter? A. Repairing broken doors and washing machines. B. Bringing her to his workplace for a day. C. Calling the clients and writing reports. D. Taking her to visit his hometown. 45. How did the author’s experience with his dad influence him? A. It helped him build a successful career. B. It developed his great talents for business. C. It deepened his understanding of his work. D. It made him proud and follow the same tradition. 【答案】41. C 42. A 43. C 44. B 45. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者小时候被父亲带去上班的经历，以及作者长大后也带自己女儿去上班的经历。 【41题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“How could I have said no? I had no idea where my father worked, nor how he earned a living.(我怎么能拒绝呢？我不知道父亲在哪里工作，也不知道他是如何谋生的。)”可知，作者不知道父亲在哪里工作，也不知道他如何谋生，因此他对父亲的工作充满了好奇。当父亲提出要带他去上班时，他自然同意了，因为他对父亲的工作充满了好奇心，想要了解父亲是如何工作的。故选C。 【42题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“There we entered a middle-class apartment building. He made the rounds doing regular duty for the next few hours with me following closely. He checked the basic systems and services. He collected rents. He carried around a case of tools in case he needed to fix a broken door or get a washing machine running again.(在那里，我们进入了一栋中产阶级的公寓楼。在接下来的几个小时里，他例行巡视，我紧随其后。他检查了基本的系统和服务。他收租金。他随身带着一箱工具，以防需要修理坏了的门或让洗衣机重新运转起来。)”可知，作者父亲的工作任务包括检查基本系统和服务、收取租金以及如果需要的话，使用工具修理破损的门或让洗衣机重新运转。故选A。 【43题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第四段“I got to see him in action, doing his job among other people, out in the wider world and looking important, even heroic. I felt proud of him, proud to be his son.(我看到他在行动，和其他人一起做他的工作，在更广阔的世界里，看起来很重要，甚至是英雄。我为他感到骄傲，为自己是他的儿子感到骄傲。)”可知，作者看到自己父亲工作时的情景，表达了对父亲的钦佩和自豪。因此，作者高度评价了他的父亲。故选C。 【44题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第五段“Years later, I followed this tradition. I took my daughter Caroline with me to my office for a day.(多年以后，我沿袭了这个传统。我带着女儿卡洛琳去办公室待了一天。)”可知，作者多年后遵循了这一传统，即带自己的女儿去办公室待一天。故选B。 【45题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第四段“I got to see him in action, doing his job among other people, out in the wider world and looking important, even heroic. I felt proud of him, proud to be his son.(我看到他在行动，和其他人一起做他的工作，在更广阔的世界里，看起来很重要，甚至是英雄。我为他感到骄傲，为自己是他的儿子感到骄傲。)”以及文章第五段“Years later, I followed this tradition. I took my daughter Caroline with me to my office for a day.(多年以后，我沿袭了这个传统。我带着女儿卡洛琳去办公室待了一天。)”和“With any luck, my daughter felt the same pride I had felt with my own father. (如果幸运的话，我的女儿感到了和我对自己父亲一样的骄傲。)”可知，作者与父亲一起工作的经历让他对父亲的工作产生了骄傲感，并在多年后自己也遵循了这一传统，带自己的女儿去办公室待了一天。这表明这段经历不仅让作者感到骄傲，还促使他模仿父亲，与女儿分享了相似的体验。因此，选项D“It made him proud and follow the same tradition.(它让他感到骄傲并遵循同样的传统)”最能准确地描述作者与父亲的经验对他的影响。故选D。 (23-24高一下.天津第四十七中.期中)2. How I Turned to Be Optimistic I began to grow up that winter night when my parents and I were returning from my aunt＇s house, and my mother said that we might soon be leaving for America. We were on the bus then. I was crying, and some people on the bus were turning around to look at me. I remember that I could not bear the thought of never hearing again the radio program for school children to which I listened every morning. I do not remember myself crying for this reason again. In fact, I think I cried very little when I was saying goodbye to my friends and relatives. When we were leaving I thought about all the places I was going to see—the strange and magical places I had known only from books and pictures. The country I was leaving never to come back was hardly in my head then. The four years that followed taught me the importance of optimism, but the idea did not come to me at once. For the first two years in New York I was really lost—having to study in three schools as a result of family moves. I did not quite know what I was or what I should be. Mother remarried, and things became even more complex for me. Some time passed before my stepfather and I got used to each other. I was often sad, and saw no end to “the hard times. ” My responsibilities in the family increased a lot since I knew English better than everyone else at home. I wrote letters, filled out forms, translated at interviews with Immigration officers, took my grandparents to the doctor and translated there, and even discussed telephone bills with company representatives. From my experiences I have learned one important rule: Almost all common troubles eventually go away! Something good is certain to happen in the end when you do not give up, and just wait a little! I believe that my life will turn out all right, even though it will not be that easy. 41. How did the author get to know America? A. From her relatives. B. From her mother. C. From Books and pictures. D. From radio programs. 42. Upon leaving for America the author felt ________. A. confused B. excited C. worried D. amazed 43. For the first two years in New York, the author ________. A. often lost her way B. did not think about her future C. studied in three different schools D. got on well with her stepfather 44. What can we learn about the author from Paragraph 4? A. She worked as a translator. B. She attended a lot of job interviews. C. She paid telephone bills for her family. D. She helped her family with her English. 45. The author believes that ________. A. her future will be free from troubles B. it is difficult to learn to become patient C. there are more good things than bad things D. good things will happen if one keeps trying 【答案】41. C 42. B 43. C 44. D 45. D 【解析】 【分析】这是一篇记述文。文中作者主要介绍了自己移民到美国的经历，由此告诉我们如果一个人不断地努力，好事一定会发生。 【41题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段的“the strange and magical places I had known only from books and pictures.”可知，作者在去美国之前是通过书籍和图片来了解美国的。故选C。 【42题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中The country I was leaving never to come back was hardly in my head then.可知，作者要离开永远不会回来的国家那时几乎不在作者的头脑里，所以说明作者对去美国是兴奋的，故选B。 【43题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段的“For the first two years in New York I was really lost—having to study in three schools as a result of family moves.”可知，在纽约的前两年，作者在三个不同的学校学习过。故选C。 【44题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“since I knew English better than everyone else at home. I wrote letters, filled out forms, translated at interviews with Immigration officers, took my grandparents to the doctor and translated there, and even discussed telephone bills with company representatives.”可知，作者比他家里面其他人的英语要好，因此他经常用英语来帮助他们。故选D。 【45题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“Something good is certain to happen in the end when you do not give up, and just wait a little!”（当你不放弃时，好事最终一定会发生，你只需要稍微等待一下。）可知，作者认为如果一个人不断地努力，好事一定会发生。故选D。 (23-24高一下.天津河北区.期中)3. I have had a lifelong passion for sewing (缝, 做针线活). When I was 7, my mother showed me how to stitch with a needle and thread, and it was my favorite pastime (休闲活动) when it was too cold and snowy to play outside. As a teenager, I began to design and sew my own outfits. I cut out paper patterns to construct dresses and skirts, and I’d sit at the old sewing machine for hours. In my late 20s, my focus shifted towards giving new life to used clothes. I began to buy used clothes to upcycle (升级改造) and refashion. My favorite places to buy used clothes are thrift shops (旧货店). This pursuit wasn’t just about fashion; it was about storytelling through clothing. About 10 years ago, when I was ripping out the silk lining (内衬) from a beautiful long blue evening dress, I stopped. There was a hidden pocket in the front that I failed to notice as I merrily ripped at the scams (接缝). I pulled out an old photo of a young woman wearing the very same blue evening dress. A long silver chain necklace hung gracefully down the front of the dress, and she was holding a black purse. She had a soft smile, and she looked to be in her early 20s. This moment was an awakening for me; it connected me to the unknown histories of the clothes I worked with. Somebody else wore this dress many years ago. Who was she? Did she wear it to the theater? To a fancy dinner party? And I was now tearing it apart. I felt guilty. I mentioned my concerns and guilt to my daughter. She said, “Mom, you should be proud of your upcycling and your sewing creations. You are keeping clothes out of the landfill (垃圾填埋场), and you’re creating new fashions. Consider it a bonus (意外收获) if you find objects in the pockets. The clothes are talking to you!” Her words helped me see the value in my hobby, not just as a creative means of expressing but as a means of preserving stories and preventing waste. I decided to pay respect to this upcycling discovery—and the many others I’ve found over the years—by displaying them on a bulletin board in my sewing room. These discoveries have made me enjoy refashioning and upcycling clothes even more. And this evolution in my sewing practice has not only enhanced my appreciation for the art of upcycling but has also deepened my connection to the past, making each stitch a bridge between generations. 36. What are the first two paragraphs mainly about? A. The author’s deep interest in design. B. The author’s mom’s influence on her. C. The author’s growing love for sewing. D. The author’s preference for used clothes. 37. Why does the author recycle old clothes? A. To earn lots of money. B. To follow fashion trends. C. To learn new sewing techniques. D. To preserve stories and reduce waste. 38. How did the author feel after finding the photo in the dress? A. Excited. B. Ashamed. C. Confused. D. Surprised. 39. How did the daughter’s opinion affect the author? A. It made her feel guilty. B. It led her to take sewing classes. C. It caused her to give up on sewing. D. It made her appreciate her upcycling more. 40 How does the author honor her discoveries from upcycling? A. By giving them to her daughter as gifts B. By displaying them on a bulletin board. C. By donating them to thrift shops. D. By selling them online. 【答案】36. C 37. D 38. B 39. D 40. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者一直喜爱缝纫，在快30岁的时候开始赋予旧衣服新的生命，回收旧衣服让作者受益。 【36题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“I have had a lifelong passion for sewing (缝, 做针线活). When I was 7, my mother showed me how to stitch with a needle and thread, and it was my favorite pastime (休闲活动) when it was too cold and snowy to play outside. As a teenager, I began to design and sew my own outfits. I cut out paper patterns to construct dresses and skirts, and I’d sit at the old sewing machine for hours.(我一生都热爱缝纫。当我7岁的时候，妈妈教我如何用针线缝纫，这是我最喜欢的消遣，因为天气太冷，下雪了，不能在外面玩。十几岁的时候，我开始设计和缝制自己的衣服。我在纸上剪出图案来做连衣裙和裙子，我会在旧缝纫机前坐上几个小时)”以及第二段“In my late 20s, my focus shifted towards giving new life to used clothes. I began to buy used clothes to upcycle (升级改造) and refashion. My favorite places to buy used clothes are thrift shops (旧货店). This pursuit wasn’t just about fashion; it was about storytelling through clothing.(在我快30岁的时候，我的关注点转向了赋予旧衣服新的生命。我开始购买旧衣服进行升级改造。我最喜欢买旧衣服的地方是旧货店。这种追求不仅仅是为了时尚；而是通过服装讲故事)”可知，前两段主要讲的是作者对缝纫的热爱与日俱增。故选C。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Her words helped me see the value in my hobby, not just as a creative means of expressing but as a means of preserving stories and preventing waste.(她的话让我看到了我的爱好的价值，它不仅是一种创造性的表达方式，也是一种保存故事和防止浪费的手段)”可知，作者回收旧衣服是为了保存故事，减少浪费。故选D。 【38题详解】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“And I was now tearing it apart. I felt guilty. I mentioned my concerns and guilt to my daughter.(现在我把它撕碎了。我感到内疚。我向女儿提到了我的担忧和内疚)”可知，作者发现裙子里的照片感到羞愧。故选B。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Her words helped me see the value in my hobby, not just as a creative means of expressing but as a means of preserving stories and preventing waste.(她的话让我看到了我的爱好的价值，它不仅是一种创造性的表达方式，也是一种保存故事和防止浪费的手段)”可知，女儿的观点让作者更欣赏自己的升级回收。故选D。 【40题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“I decided to pay respect to this upcycling discovery—and the many others I’ve found over the years—by displaying them on a bulletin board in my sewing room.(我决定把这个升级回收的发现——以及这些年我发现的许多其他发现——展示在我缝纫室的公告板上)”可知，作者通过把在升级回收中的发现展示在公告栏上来表彰发现。故选B。 (23-24高一下.天津河东区.期中)4.John Cruitt, 62, spent decades tracking down his third-grade teacher. He wanted to talk with Cecile Doyle about 1958 — the year his mother, who was seriously ill, passed away. Her death came just days before Christmas. Cruitt had been expecting to go home from school and decorate the Christmas tree. Doyle tells Cruitt at StoryCorps in Monroe, N. Y. “And you just don’t know how you’re going to go on without that person.” When Cruitt returned to school, Doyle waited until all of the other children left the room at the end of the day, and told him that she was there if he needed her. “Then you kissed me on the head,” Cruitt says. “And I felt that things really would be OK.” “Well, Cruitt, I’m so glad that I could be there with you for that time,” says Doyle, 82. Decades after his mother’s death, Cruitt began to think more and more of Doyle. He finally wrote a letter: Dear Mrs. Doyle, If you are not the Cecile Doyle who taught English at Emerson School in Kearny, N. J., then I’m embarrassed, and you can neglect the letter. My name is John Cruitt, and I was in your third-grade class during the 1958-1959 school year. Two days before Christmas, my mother passed away, and you told me that you were there if I needed you. I hope life has been as kind to you as you were to me. God bless you. John Cruitt Doyle says his letter, which arrived in February, could not have come at a better time. Her husband, who passed away this August, was struggling with Parkinson’s disease. “Well the funny thing is, when I finally wrote to you again after 54 years, I typed the letter — I was afraid my penmanship wasn’t going to meet your standards,” Cruitt says as Doyle laughs. “John, what can I say — I’m just glad that we made a difference in each other’s life.” 39. Before Cruitt wrote the letter, he ________. A. knew Doyle’s husband had passed away B. believed Doyle was leading a happy life C. considered it embarrassing to write to Doyle D. was unsure whether Doyle could receive the letter 40. Doyle believed the letter ________. A. was a gift coming late B. came at just the right time C. lifted her confidence greatly D. served as a reminder of her husband 41. The underlined word “penmanship” probably means “________”. A. pen repairer B. pen friend C. handwriting D. biography 【答案】39. D 40. B 41. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述一位62岁的老人约翰·克鲁特(John Cruitt)花了几十年时间寻找他三年级的老师。 【39题详解】 推理判断题。根据John Cruitt写信的第一句“If you are not the Cecile Doyle who taught English at Emerson School in Kearny, N. J., then I’m embarrassed, and you can neglect the letter. (如果你不是在新泽西州科尔尼的爱默生学校教英语的Cecile Doyle，那么我很尴尬，你可以忽略这封信。) ”可推知John Cruitt写信的时候不确定Doyle是否能收到这封信，故选D。 【40题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Doyle says his letter, which arrived in February, could not have come at a better time. (Doyle说，他的这封信是在2月份收到的，来得正是时候。)”可知Doyle相信这封信来的正是时候，故选B。 【41题详解】 词义猜测题。根据上文“Well the funny thing is, when I finally wrote to you again after 54 years, I typed the letter (好吧，有趣的是，当我54年后终于再次给你写信时，我把信打了出来)”可推断出下文意思是“我担心我的书写达不到你的标准”所以penmanship意思是“书写”，和handwriting同义，故选C。 (23-24高一下.天津实验中学.期中)5.Once, I was invited to see a performance by my friends. Little did I know that I was about to see something I would never forget. After they introduced the young musician, Mr. Patrick Henry Hughes, he was rolled onto the stage in his wheelchair and began to play the piano. His fingers danced across the keys as he made beautiful music. He then began to sing as he played, and it was even more beautiful. For some reason, however, I knew that I was seeing something special. About ten minutes into Patrick’s performance, someone came on the stage and said, “I’d like to share a seven-minute video.” Then the lights went dim. Patrick Henry Hughes was born with no eyes and a tightening of the joints, which left him disabled for life. However, as a child, he was fitted with artificial eyes and placed in a wheelchair. Before his first birthday, he discovered the piano. His mom said, “I could hit any note on the piano, and within one or two tries, he’d get it.” By his second birthday, he could play simple songs as requested. His father was excited. “We might not play baseball, but we can play music together.” Today, Patrick is a junior. His father attends classes with him and he’s made nearly all A’s. He’s also a part of the marching band. He and his father do it together. They attend all the band practices and performances. His father rolls his son around the field to the cheers of Patrick’s fans. But it was Patrick’s “attitude of gratitude” that touched my soul deeper. On stage, between songs, he talked to the audience about his life and about how blessed he was. He said, “God made me blind and unable to walk. BIG DEAL! He gave me the ability, the musical gifts I have… the great opportunity to meet new people.” When his performance was over, Patrick and his father were on the stage together. The crowd rose to their feet and cheered for over five minutes. 36. What can we know from the text? A. Patrick is now in charge of a marching band. B. My friends told me the performance would be very special. C. Patrick showed a gift of music at an early age. D. Patrick played the piano much better than he sang. 37. According to the text, Patrick’s father ________. A taught Patrick to sing and play the piano B. accompanied him to attend classes and practices C. expected his son to be a great musician and singer D. has become the leader of the marching band 38. What made the author most impressed? A. His attitude of gratitude. B. His working hard. C. His wonderful performance. D. His unlucky fate. 39. The underlined word “blessed” in Paragraph 5 might be replaced by “________”. A. unfortunate B. hopeful C. talkative D. lucky 40. The story of Patrick Henry Hughes teaches us to ________. A. share our kindness with others B. develop an interest in music C. study hard and realize our dream D. value what we have had 【答案】36. C 37. B 38. A 39. D 40. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者在一场表演中了解到了年轻音乐家Patrick Henry Hughes的事迹。他出生就没有眼睛，也无法行走，但上天给了他音乐天赋，他很感激自己能凭借这个天赋来认识人。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Before his first birthday, he discovered the piano. His mom said, “I could hit any note on the piano, and within one or two tries, he’d get it.” By his second birthday, he could play simple songs as requested.(在他一岁生日之前，他发现了钢琴。他的妈妈说：“我可以在钢琴上弹奏任何音符，一两次尝试，他就会弹出来。”到他两岁生日时，他可以根据要求演奏简单的歌曲。)”可知，Patrick很小的时候就显露出了音乐天赋。故选C。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“His father attends classes with him and he’s made nearly all A’s.(他的父亲和他一起上课，他几乎所有成绩都得A。)”和“They attend all the band practices and performances.(他们参加了所有的乐队练习和演出。)”可知，Patrick的父亲陪他一起上课和练习。故选B。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段中的“But it was Patrick’s “attitude of gratitude” that touched my soul deeper.(但正是Patrick的“感恩态度”更深地打动了我的灵魂。)”可知，最让作者印象深刻的是Patrick的“感恩态度”。故选A。 【39题详解】 词义猜测题。根据画线词后面的“He said, “God made me blind and unable to walk. BIG DEAL! He gave me the ability, the musical gifts I have… the great opportunity to meet new people.”(他说：“上帝让我失明，无法行走。大不了！他给了我这种能力，即我拥有的音乐天赋……这是结识新朋友的绝佳机会。”)”可知，Patrick认为虽然自己天生失明并且无法行走，但他很感激上天让自己拥有音乐天赋，这种天赋给了他结识新朋友的机会，由此可推测出，他认为自己是幸运的。blessed意为“幸运的”，与lucky意思相近。故选D。 【40题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“Patrick Henry Hughes was born with no eyes and a tightening of the joints, which left him disabled for life. However, as a child, he was fitted with artificial eyes and placed in a wheelchair. Before his first birthday, he discovered the piano. His mom said, “I could hit any note on the piano, and within one or two tries, he’d get it.” By his second birthday, he could play simple songs as requested. His father was excited. “We might not play baseball, but we can play music together.”(Patrick Henry Hughes出生时没有眼睛，关节僵硬，这使他终身残疾。然而，作为一个孩子，他安装了义眼，并被安置在轮椅上。在他一岁生日之前，他发现了钢琴。他的妈妈说：“我可以在钢琴上弹奏任何音符，一两次尝试，他就会弹出来。”到他两岁生日时，他可以根据要求演奏简单的歌曲。他的父亲很兴奋。“我们可能不打棒球，但我们可以一起演奏音乐。”)”和第五段“But it was Patrick’s “attitude of gratitude” that touched my soul deeper. On stage, between songs, he talked to the audience about his life and about how blessed he was. He said, “God made me blind and unable to walk. BIG DEAL! He gave me the ability, the musical gifts I have… the great opportunity to meet new people.”(但正是Patrick的“感恩态度”深深打动了我的灵魂。在舞台上，在歌曲间隙，他向观众讲述了他的生活，以及他是多么的幸运。他说：“上帝让我失明，无法行走。大不了！他给了我这种能力，即我拥有的音乐天赋……让我有机会结识新朋友。”)”可知，Patrick天生残疾，但很小的时候就展现了音乐天赋，他对自己的生活持感恩态度，积极看待生活，利用自己的音乐天赋来结识人。由此可推测，Patrick的故事告诉我们要珍惜我们所拥有的东西。故选D。 (23-24高一下.天津重点校联考.期中)6. For many years, I wanted to be a music video director. After graduating from high school, I moved to Los Angeles. I earned a degree in video production there. Fortune smiled upon me as I quickly worked as a production helper. I was young and ambitious, doing my best in my dream work. One day, I worked as a volunteer at an award show. A production manager talked with me and said that I was going to be a “big fish” one day. I was praised, but frightened. I wasn’t sure whether I could bear the pressure of being a “big fish”. Not too long after the show, I was laid off from my position at the production company. I went back home to Florida to think about my next career move. In Florida, I found a job in a financial company. The pay was good, and the work was not difficult. But a few months later, my creative spirit sent an SOS to my brain. It reminded me that I wasn’t making the best use of my talents. I didn’t have the money to make another cross-country move back to Los Angeles, but I couldn’t wait to create something. I did some creative writing during my spare time. To motivate myself even further, I promised myself a children’s storybook. My goal didn’t end there, however. I also decided to get the book published. It was not easy, and I continued sending out my work for nearly four years. Finally my work attracted the interest of a publisher. When I held a copy of my beautiful children’s book in my hands, I felt really happy from the bottom of my heart. I may not have become a big fish, but I did achieve a goal. Success comes from efforts. When you have something to fight for, you’re not far from success. 41. The author went to Los Angeles to ______. A. find a high-paid job B. reach for her dream C. visit a famous film director D. take part in volunteer activities 42. What was the author’s reaction to the production manager’s comments on her? A. Proud. B. Happy. C. Uncertain. D. Disappointed. 43. What does the author think of her job in Florida? A. It lacks challenges. B. It requires a higher degree. C. It often takes up her free time. D. It can hardly support her family. 44. What can we infer about the author from Paragraph 4? A. She set herself to work on a new goal. B. She was moved by her children’s words. C. She was attracted by a picture storybook. D. She planned to leave for Los Angeles some day. 45. What does the author encourage us to do through this text? A. To make a cross-country move. B. To break our old working habits. C. To try hard to improve our writing skills. D. To make every effort to achieve our goals. 【答案】41. B 42. C 43. A 44. A 45. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者从追求音乐视频导演的梦想，到失业，再到在佛罗里达的金融公司工作，最后成功创作儿童故事书并出版的经历。 【41题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“I wanted to be a music video director. After graduating from high school, I moved to Los Angeles. I earned a degree in video production there.”（我想成为一名音乐视频导演。高中毕业后，我搬到了洛杉矶。我在那里获得了视频制作的学位。）可知，作者去洛杉矶是为了追求梦想。故选B。 【42题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“A production manager talked with me and said that I was going to be a “big fish” one day. I was praised, but frightened. I wasn’t sure whether I could bear the pressure of being a “big fish”.”（一位制片经理和我谈话，说我有一天会成为“大人物”。我受到了赞扬，但也感到害怕。我不确定我是否能承受成为“大人物”的压力。）可知，作者对制片经理的评论感到不确定。故选C。 【43题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“In Florida, I found a job in a financial company. The pay was good, and the work was not difficult. But a few months later, my creative spirit sent an SOS to my brain. It reminded me that I wasn’t making the best use of my talents.”（在佛罗里达，我找到了一份金融公司的工作。薪水很好，工作也不难。但是几个月后，我的创造性精神向我的大脑发出了求救信号。它提醒我，我没有最好地利用我的才能。）可知，作者认为她在佛罗里达的工作缺乏挑战。故选A。 【44题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第四段“To motivate myself even further, I promised myself a children’s storybook. My goal didn’t end there, however. I also decided to get the book published.”（为了进一步激励自己，我向自己承诺要写一本儿童故事书。然而，我的目标并没有就此结束。我还决定要出版这本书。）可推知，作者设定了一个新的目标。故选A。 【45题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“I may not have become a big fish, but I did achieve a goal. Success comes from efforts. When you have something to fight for, you’re not far from success.”（我可能没有成为个大人物，但我确实实现了一个目标。成功来自努力。当你有东西去争取时，你离成功就不远了。）可知，作者通过这篇文章鼓励我们尽一切努力实现目标。故选D。 (23-24高一下.天津部分区.期中)7. It was the middle of winter some 30 years ago. I was a young father with three little children counting on me. I worked in a sawmill (锯木厂). As I got ready to go to work I wrapped band aids around my fingers and put more in my pockets. Cutting and piling up wood for eight hours a day had caused my fingers to split (裂开) and bleed at their tips in the cold, dry winter air. That day at work was harder than normal. We were short-handed on workers. The machines kept breaking down. We had to rush to catch up as the wood piled up. On top of that, all the heaters in the building had stopped working and we could see our breath as we spent hours working there. When the work day finally ended, I walked wearily toward the washroom, took off my work gloves, and checked my aching fingers. The splits were worse than ever and I had bled through the band - aids again. I felt so tired. I wondered how long I could keep doing this, if things would ever get any better, and why life was so hard. After driving home, I tried to put a smile on my face as I opened the front door. But instead, one appeared naturally. My daughter ran up to me, yelled “Daddy!” and wrapped her little arms around my neck. I lifted her up and my heart filled with love. My tired body didn’t feel so tired anymore. My aches and pains disappeared into her hug, And the joy in my heart chased the sadness away. At that moment I kissed my little girl’s cheek and held her tight. I knew I could continue and that things would get better. 41. What was the author’s situation 30 years ago? A. He was young man teaching students. B. He was a retired person owning a sawmill. C. He worked in a factory as an accountant. D. He had a heavy burden of raising children. 42. Which is NOT the factor making that day even harder than normal? A. There were not enough workers. B. Workers that day were not tall enough. C. All the heaters had stopped working. D. The machines stopped working repeatedly. 43. The author walked toward the washroom wearily which shows that _________. A. he was very tired B. he felt very relieved C. he wore heavy clothes D. he was walking up and down 44. What does the underlined word “one” in Paragraph 5 refer to? A. a face B. a smile C. the door D. his daughter 45. In the story, the author wants to express that _________. A. family can give us support B. labor work is not that hard C. it is better to have just one kid D. it is important for kids to study hard 【答案】41. D 42. B 43. A 44. B 45. A 【解析】 【导语】本文为一篇记叙文。讲述了30年前的一天，作者在锯木厂上班，工作很难，很累，身体有点吃不消。但在回家后，女儿高兴地迎接着作者，看到女儿那一瞬间，作者觉得什么都值得了。 【41题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“It was the middle of winter some 30 years ago. I was a young father with three little children counting on me. I worked in a sawmill (锯木厂).(那是30年的一个冬天。我是一个年轻的父亲，要养三个孩子。我在一个锯木厂工作。)”可知，作者30年前的情况很艰难，养孩子的负担很重，故选D。 【42题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“That day at work was harder than normal. We were short-handed on workers. The machines kept breaking down. We had to rush to catch up as the wood piled up. On top of that, all the heaters in the building had stopped working and we could see our breath as we spent hours working there.(那天的工作比以往都要难一些。我们工人人手不足。机器也一直坏掉。随着木头堆积起来，我们不得不加紧速度。在顶部，整栋楼的取暖器都坏掉了，我们工作时都能看见自己呼出的热气。)”可知，那天工作比以往都要难的原因不包括“那天的工人不够高”，故选B。 【43题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第四段“When the work day finally ended, I walked wearily toward the washroom, took off my work gloves, and checked my aching fingers.(当这一天终于结束时，我疲惫地走向洗手间，脱下手套，检查我发痛的手指。)”可知，作者疲惫地走向洗手间，表明了作者在结束了一天的工作后，作者很疲惫，故选A。 【44题详解】 词义猜测题。根据文章第五段划线代词one前的内容“After driving home, I tried to put a smile on my face as I opened the front door.(开车到家后，当我打开前门时，我努力地把微笑挂在脸上。)”可知，此处的one指代前文中的“a smile”，在我努力地把微笑挂在脸上的时候，女儿的微笑出现了，故选B。 【45题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“I lifted her up and my heart filled with love. My tired body didn’t feel so tired anymore. My aches and pains disappeared into her hug, And the joy in my heart chased the sadness away. At that moment I kissed my little girl’s cheek and held her tight. I knew I could continue and that things would get better.(我将她抱起来，我的内心充满了爱。我疲惫的身体也不再那么疲惫了。我的疼痛和痛苦都在她的拥抱中消失了。我内心的喜悦赶走了伤心。在那一刻，我亲着女儿的脸颊，紧紧地抱着她，我知道，我只能继续坚持，这样的话情况才会有所好转。)”可知，作者在见到女儿后，所有的痛苦和伤心都消失了，并坚定了决定要继续坚持，因此作者想要表达的是，家人可以给予我们支持，故选A。 应用文 (23-24高一下.天津实验中学.期中)1. The Future Stars General Introduction The Future Stars was set up in 1988 as a non-profit service center for child development devoted to providing quality child care in a loving and educational environment for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Our funds mainly come from public donations. A healthy curiosity for learning is the most important quality for early childhood development. We aim at offering high quality developmentally age-appropriate activities for early childhood, the most critical time of child development, so that they can do better after they start formal schooling. Hours of Operation Child care will be provided for the child from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday (except for holidays). Children may not arrive before 7:00 am or remain after 6:00 pm. Should an emergency arises, the parent should immediately make us know in consideration of our work arrangements. A late charge of $1.00 per minute will be assessed if the child is not picked up by 6:05 pm. Charges for these services are to be paid directly to the staff person that has been looking after your child until your arrival; not to the center. Failure to pay late charges may affect continued services with the center. Parking Dropping off and picking up your child can be made from the two main areas, Spring Street and Seventh Street. Parking is free for parents coming to visit their children in our center. Please do not leave your purse or valuables in your car and be sure to lock your vehicle. Tuition (学费) When it has been confirmed that a position is available for your child, you must pay a registration (注册) fee of $200 per child. The weekly tuition fee is $98.00. You can make payments either by credit card or in cash on Monday every week. If your payment is not made by Tuesday at 9:00 am, you will be charged a $25.00 late fee. For more information, please call 434-293-6110 or visit at www.childdevelopmentcenter.com. 31. The Future Stars is intended for ________. A. would-be parents B. pre-school children C. child experts D. teenagers 32. Which of the following is NOT true about the Future Stars? A. It has a history of more than three decades. B. It has shorter hours of operation on holidays. C. It offers free parking service for visiting parents. D. It aims to improve children’s development through activities. 33. What can we know about late pick-ups from the text? A. They may affect continued services with the center. B. Parents needn’t pay late charges for them. C. Parents have to inform the center of them right away. D. They may greatly disturb the work arrangements of the center. 34. If you want your child to receive child care service from the Future Stars, you must ________. A. pay every Monday B. be charged a $25.00 late fee C. pay $98.00 for registration D. pay in cash 35. What is the purpose of the text? A. To attract public donations. B. To promote early education. C. To tell the benefits of child care. D. To introduce a child development center. 【答案】31. B 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一个名为“The Future Stars”的儿童发展非营利服务中心。该中心致力于提供给6周到6岁儿童一个充满爱和教育意义的环境，提供高质量的发展适龄活动，以促进儿童早期教育的发展。文章还涵盖了中心的营业时间、停车信息和学费规定等具体细节。 【31题详解】 推理判断题。根据General Introduction部分的“The Future Stars was set up in 1988 as a non-profit service center for child development devoted to providing quality child care in a loving and educational environment for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age. (未来之星成立于1988年，是一家非营利性儿童发展服务中心，致力于在充满爱心和教育的环境中为6周至6岁的儿童提供优质的儿童保育服务)”可推知，未来之星服务中心是为那些学龄前儿童设计的。故选B项。 【32题详解】 细节理解题。根据Hours of Operation部分的“Child care will be provided for the child from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday (except for holidays). (周一至周五上午7:00至下午6:00（节假日除外）将为儿童提供托儿服务)”可知，节假日不提供服务，B项表述不正确。故选B项。 【33题详解】 细节理解题。根据部分Hours of Operation部分的“Should an emergency arises, the parent should immediately make us know in consideration of our work arrangements. (如果出现紧急情况，考虑到我们的工作安排，家长应立即通知我们)”可知，如果晚点接孩子则需要马上通知他们。故选C项。 【34题详解】 细节理解题。根据Tuition (学费)部分的“When it has been confirmed that a position is available for your child, you must pay a registration (注册) fee of $200 per child. The weekly tuition fee is $98.00. You can make payments either by credit card or in cash on Monday every week. If your payment is not made by Tuesday at 9:00 am, you will be charged a $25.00 late fee. (当确认你的孩子有职位空缺时，你必须为每个孩子支付200美元的注册费用。每周学费为98.00美元。你可以在每周一使用信用卡或现金付款。如果你未在周二上午9:00之前付款，你将被收取25.00美元的滞纳金)”可知，如果你想让你的孩子接受未来之星的儿童保育服务，你必须每周一付费。故选A项。 【35题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，尤其最后一段“For more information, please call 434-293-6110 or visit at www.childdevelopmentcenter.com.(欲了解更多信息，请致电434-293-6110或访问 www.childdevelopmentcenter.com)”可推知，文章的目的是介绍一个儿童培训中心。故选D项。 (22-23高一下.天津中学.期中)2. What is the number one favourite pet in the UK? If you think the answer is “dog”—you are wrong. There are 8.6 million cats and 8.3 million dogs in Britain according to recent figures. But experts predict(预测) that there will be more dogs than cats next year as dogs become more and more popular. Dogs as accessories(配饰) We like to spend time with our pets. The Queen is famous for her corgis(威尔士矮脚狗) and is often photographed with them. Nowadays some dog owners are more extreme-a few TV celebrities even take their dogs shopping or to restaurants. Chihuahuas(吉娃娃犬) are especially popular as “handbag dogs” because they are so small. Dog holidays People are also giving their pets holidays. Many UK hotels and holiday parks now welcome dogs as guests. What about owners who go abroad? They can leave their pets at a dog hotel or dog spa while they are away. Some even provide their canine(犬) guests with a TV. Dogs are for life The British charity, Dogs Trust, finds homes for thousands of lost and homeless dogs every year. Their famous slogan “A dog is for life and not just for Christmas” was created in the 1970s to teach people about the responsibility of owning a dog. Dogs Trust told British people not to give dogs as gifts or treat them like toys. Dogs on TV Victoria Sitwell is the host of the popular TV programme called “It’s me or the dog”. In the show Victoria helps dog owners with their pets’ bad behavior. She tries to find solutions to problems such as a Dalmatian who thinks he owns the house and won’t let the family sit on the sofa, dogs that will only eat ice cream and biscuits and even a bulldog who uses the owner’s bed as a toilet. Yuck! Fashion for dogs You can shop online or on the high street for the latest in dog clothes and accessories. Specialist shops sell items such as dog boots dog fancy dress costumes, dog coats, dog dresses and dog pants. 36. What does the article mainly talk about?________ A. Cats as number one favorite pet in the UK. B. A culture of dogs as a pet in the UK. C. Small dogs like Chihuahuas becoming more and more popular. D. Dogs equally treated as human beings. 37. Which of the following has the closest meaning to the underlined sentence in Paragraph 4? ________ A. Dog owners should show respect for dogs ‘lives. B. Dog owners should not use dogs as Christmas gifts. C. Dog owners should care for the dogs more than anything else. D. Dog owners should devote all their lives to treating their dogs well. 38. From the text we can know that________. A. dogs will become the number one pet in the UK in the years to come. B. some dogs are treated as human beings. C. Victoria Sitwell host a programme to help dog owners to treat sick dogs D. fashion for dogs causes the economy of the UK to develop quickly 记叙文 (23-24高一下.天津第四十七中.期中)1.The easy way out isn’t always easiest. I learned that lesson when I decided to treat Doug, my husband of one month, to a special meal. I glanced through my cookbook and chose a menu which included homemade bread. Knowing the bread would take time, I started on it as soon as Doug left for work. As I was not experienced in cooking, I thought if a dozen was good, two dozen would be better, so I doubled everything. As Doug loved oranges, I also opened a can of orange and poured it all into the bowl. Soon there was a sticky dough (面团) covered with ugly yellowish marks. Realizing I had been defeated, I put the dough in the rubbish bin outside so I wouldn't have to face Doug laughing at my work, I went on preparing the rest of the meal, and, when Doug got home, we sat down to Cornish chicken with rice. He tried to enjoy the meal but seemed disturbed. Twice he got up and went outside, saying he thought he heard a noise. The third time he left, I went to the windows to see what he was doing. Looking out, I saw Doug standing about three feet from the rubbish bin, holding the lid up with a stick and looking into the container. When I came out of the house, he dropped the stick and explained that there was something alive in our rubbish bin. Picking up the stick again, he held the lid up enough for me to see. I felt cold. But I stepped closer and looked harder. Without doubt it was my work. The hot sun had caused the dough to double in size and the fermenting yeast (酵母) made the surface shake and sigh as though it were breathing. I had to admit what the ‘living thing’ was and why it was there. I don’t know who was more embarrassed by the whole thing, Doug or me. 46. The writer’s purpose in writing this story is ________. A. to tell an interesting experience B. to show the easiest way out of a difficulty C. to describe the trouble facing a newly married woman D. to explain the difficulty of learning to cook from books 47. Why did the woman’s attempt at making the bread turn out to be unsuccessful? A. The canned orange had gone bad. B. She didn’t use the right kind of flour. C. The cookbook was hard to understand. D. She did not follow the directions closely. 48. Why did the woman put the dough in the rubbish bin? A. She didn’t see the use of keeping it B. She meant to joke with her husband. C. She didn’t want her husband to see it. D. She hoped it would soon dry in the sun. 49. What made the dough in the rubbish bin look frightening? A. The rising and falling movement. B. The strange-looking marks. C. Its shape. D. Its size. 50. When Doug went out the third time, the woman looked out of the window because she was ________. A. surprised at his being interested in the bin B. afraid that he would discover her secret C. unhappy that he didn't enjoy the meal D. curious to know what disturbed him (23-24高一下.天津河西区.期中)2. A recent research study suggests that learning music doesn’t make you smarter. For a while, there was an idea found on the Internet and in various magazines that suggested that babies could become smarter if they listened to Mozart, or to other classical music. Inspired, some parents bought classical CDs for their babies in the hope that this would boost their intelligence. But this so-called “Mozart Effect” has been challenged repeatedly. But is taking music lessons surely different from just listening to music? Wouldn’t taking music lessons make kids smarter? That’s exactly the question that many researchers over the years have tried to answer. Some of their studies concluded that it does, and some found that it doesn’t. For example, one study showed that music education did not improve reading skills, while another one found a small effect of music on young children’s ability to learn words. The researchers of the new study, Giovanni Sala (Fujita Health University) and Fernand Gober (London School of Economics), looked at the data behind 54 carefully selected studies, and after carefully comparing the data from different papers, they concluded that children who took music lessons did not score higher on tests that measure their intelligence or academic ability than kids that didn’t learn music. If music doesn’t make you smarter, how does that explain other research that shows that music lessons help students’ school performance? It seems like there is something about music lessons that makes students able to perform better in their other classes. That doesn’t have to be intelligence, and it’s likely not. Music lessons could have helped in different ways: They could have led to a change in homework habits, they could have increased confidence, or they could have improved social skills. And finally, they also mention that music education could still be beneficial to students’ performance in non-music subject if the music is combined with these classes. So feel free to keep making music, and keep encouraging children to learn music. 36. Which of the following words is closest to the underlined word “boost” in Paragraph 2? A. Reduce. B. Improve. C. Understand. D. Influence. 37. What can we learn about the “Mozart Effect”? A. It is most likely to be ineffective. B. It was first presented by Mozart. C. It helps parents take good care of their children. D. It will draw more and more researchers’ attention. 38. What does the example in Paragraph 3 show? A. Listening to music benefits kids a lot. B. Whether music education suits all kids remains unknown. C. Listening to music fail to help kids in language learning. D. Whether taking music lessons makes kids smarter is controversial (有争议的). 39. How did the researchers carry out the new study? A. They did 54 small studies in all. B. They observed children in music classes. C. They examined plenty of previous research. D. They did a long-term survey of musical students. 40. What conclusion is made in the last paragraph? A. Music lessons should be encouraged for children. B. Intelligence determines one’s school performance. C. A student’s intelligence can be increased with effort. D. Students should avoid listening to music while studying. 1 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 专题04 阅读理解之应用文及记叙文 应用文 (23-24高一下.天津部分区.期中)1. Best Education Apps for Android SoloLearn Price: Free SoloLearn has tons of education courses on computer programming. All of them teach you a computer language. There is a range of languages available, including Python, Java, C++ and even JavaScrip. If you’re into computer programming at all, you should look into these. Quizlet Price: Free Quizlet is considered the best flashcards app out there. You can use it for almost any topic. You can practice memorizing vocabulary terms, and more. It also includes foreign language support, images and audio, and you can share flashcards with friends. EdX Price: Free EdX offers courses from actual colleges, including computer programming engineering, history, psychology, and hundreds of others. It features online o offline video lectures, course announcements and handouts, and various tutorials Anyone looking for higher education should have this app right now. Khan Academy Price: Free Khan Academy is another education platform. It currently has over 10,000instructional videos, classes, and other content. It deals with more typical education such as mathematics, economics, history, science, and more. There is also a version specifically for younger kids and we highly recommend that one as well. If we missed any of the best education apps for Android, tell us about them in the comments. You can find our latest app lists by clicking here. 36. What type of courses does SoloLearn offer? A. Educational theories. B. Computer programming. C. Foreign languages. D. Applied Mathematics. 37. Which app is friendly to foreign learners? A. SoloLearn. B. Quizlet. C. EdX. D. Khan Academy. 38. What do SoloLearn and EdX have in common? A. They attract computer lovers’ interests. B. They are designed for younger kids. C. They cover a wide range of subjects. D. They are targeted at higher education. 39. Which app is recommended for younger kids? A. EdX. B. Quizlet. C. SoloLearn. D. Khan Academy. 40. Where is the text most probably taken from? A. An educational journal. B. An advertisement. C. A travel guide. D. A website. (23-24高一下.天津第四十七中.期中)2.We offer five kinds of courses. 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Tuesday and Thursday evenings: 8: 30 pm to 10: 30 pm, $ 60 per day. Course 5:One on One If you are interested in some One on One lessons with TIES teachers, we can design a course to meet your needs. One on One lessons can improve your English language skills more quickly and help students who want to take EOEFL. Tuesday and Friday: 2: 00 pm to 5: 00 pm, $ 80 per hours. Please click here to learn more about the courses! 36. Which course would be helpful to an English beginner? A. High School ESL. B. General English. C. Night Classes. D. Academic English. 37. Who is the Course 3 designed for? A. University students. B. Office workers. C. International students D. Native English speakers. 38. How much will you pay if you spend two weeks taking the Night Classes? A. $ 240. B. $ 300. C. $ 360. D. $ 600. 39. If Tom only has spare time on Monday, which course can he attend? A. Course 1. B. Course 2. C. Course 3. D. Course 4. 40. In which section of a website can we find this passage? A. Lifestyle. B. Opinion. C. Health. D. Study. (23-24高一下.天津河北区.期中)3. In an era where digital innovation is reshaping every aspect of our lives. the world of reading has not been left behind. A large number of apps have appeared to meet the diverse preferences of readers, each with its unique features and large collections of content. ※ Media 365 Media 365 is a free reading app for Android that lets you read all of the books in its library. Authors can self-publish on the Media 365 platform, but there are also a large number of popular published books available, like the Harry Potter book series. ※ Hoopla Digital Check out the Hoopla Digital app, another excellent app making use of your kid’s library card. It’s great for all ages, giving kids the ability to borrow free digital eBooks, audiobooks, plus music and other media available (可获得的) in your local public library. It’s no wonder it’s one of the top 15 book apps in the App Store. ※ ComiXology ComiXology is one of the oldest and most popular services for reading comic books digitally. The ComiXology online store, now owned by Amazon, offers thousands of new and classic comic books from major publishers like Marvel, DC Comics, and Image Comics. ※ Literal: An Addictive Reader What makes ‘Literal: An Addictive Reader’ such a cool reading app for young people aged 10 to 19 is that it offers both classic titles along with new er books and turns the format into something Gen Z. knows well: Group Chats. Kids can read books together with their friends in a book group, which is easy to use through the Literal app. These apps not only make reading more accessible and convenient but also enrich the reading experience with features that appeal to different people and interests. As digital technology continues to advance, these apps lead the way in changing how we find, get, and enjoy books and media. This ensures that the excitement of reading remains strong in the digital age. 31. What is special about Media 365? A. It is owned by Amazon. B. It features classic books. C. It is only available on iPhones. D. It allows writers to self-publish their works. 32. How does Hoopla Digital improve the reading experience? A. By using a library card for borrowing digital media. B. By providing a platform for purchasing new books. C. By offering professional book editing services. D. By charging for each eBook and audiobook. 33. Which app should you choose if you wish to read DC comics digitally? A. Media36 B. ComiXology. C. Hoopla Digital. D. Literal: An Addictive Reader. 34. How is the Literal app different from the other three reading apps? A. It is the No. 1 app in the App Store. B. It has a wide collection of audiobooks. C. It supports reading books through group chats. D. It offers free digital content with a library card. 35. What common goal do these reading apps share? A. To make reading easier and suit different likes. B. To provide a platform for playing video games. C. To focus on publishing and selling physical books. D. To create social media platforms for book discussions. (23-24高一下.天津河东区.期中)4. 4 fun ways to spend a summer day at the beach Kite-Flying on Long Beach, Washington The beach at Long Beach is a perfect spot for flying kites. For starters, the beach is long, wide and relatively flat. More importantly, because the town sits on a peninsula (半岛) in the southwest corner of the state, wind can always provide ideal conditions for keeping kites in the sky. Kite-flying in these parts is so famous that Washington State International Kite Festival is organized here every year. Crabbing in Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts For a quieter experience however, take the family to the calmer beaches along Cape Cod Bay, and be sure to bring a tool to dig for crabs that hide in the sand. Though the crabs that can be found here aren’t necessarily meaty, kids and grown-ups love the process of looking for breathing holes and digging for treasure. Exploring sand hills at Silver Lake, Michigan Beaches along lakes are just as interesting as ocean beaches—especially when they come with sand hills waiting to be explored. Such is the case with the Silver Lake Sand Hills. The area is famous for the only hills east of Utah to allow motorized vehicles in summer, which means they are a favorite spot for families with kids old enough enough to speed around on Go-Karts(卡丁车). Surf-fishing along Playalinda Beach, Florida You don’t have to head out on a boat to fish from the ocean; at least not when the family is vacationing near Playalinda Beach. This stretch of shoreline is popular in fishing circles as destination for surf-fishing. Fishing is best 2 hours before or after high tide(潮水). 36. Where can a family interested in catching crabs go? A. Long Beach, Washington B. Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts. C. Silver Lake, Michigan. D. Playalinda, Florida. 37. Long Beach is a perfect spot for flying kites because________. A. it is an island to the northeast of the state B. a Kite Festival is organized there every year C. there are lots of sand hills on the beach there D. the location of the town leads to ideal wind conditions 38. In which part of a magazine is the article probably taken from? A. Vacation B. Sports C. Health D. Food (23-24高一下.天津河西区.期中)5. With a history of about 5,000 years，Stonehenge is one of the world wonders. It’s a circle of stones of different heights. The stones used to be about 200 kilometers away. Now, people still wonder how these people moved the huge stones without machines’ help. No visit to Paris is complete without a trip to Louvre Museum, one of the largest and most famous art museums in the world. About 35,000 works of art from different centuries are on show. Heavy snow, cold wind and thin oxygen，Mount Qomolangma seems to say “no” to any climber who dreams about making it to the top of the world. Tenzing and Edmund were the earliest to arrive at the top, but they were up there for just 15 minutes before coming down. In the north of England lies Lake District National Park, which is very beautiful, with hills, lakes, and forest. Most tourists enjoy walking around the lakes and climbing mountains. Lake District National Park is also a perfect place to paint the beautiful countryside. 31. People are still wondering how ancient people ______. A. wrote the history of machines B. made different stones C walked 200 kilometers D. managed to move the stones 32. The followings make it difficult to reach the top of Qomolangma EXCEPT ______. A. heavy snow B. large lakes C cold wind D. thin oxygen 33. ______ is a great choice to enjoy walking around the lakes. A. Stonehenge B. Lake District National Park C. Mount Qomolangma D. Louvre Museum 34. We can learn from the passage that ______. A. Stonehenge has a history of five hundred years B. the works of art in Louvre Museum are from the same century C. Tenzing and Edmund were the first to reach the top of Qomolangma D. Lake District National Park is in the south of England 35. The passage is probably taken from ______. A. a travel guide B. a diary C a news report D. a story book (23-24高一下.天津建华中学.期中)6. University Shotokan Karate Club Learn Karate-self-defence and fitness The university karate club was founded in 1962. All grades from beginners to advanced are welcome. The classes are suitable for both men and women, and several women have obtained their black belts. TUESDAY AND THURSDAY 6: 00 p. m. -8: 00 p. m. WEAVER HOUSE GYM FIRST LESSON FREE Hardly any of us have experienced real violence, but, over the last five years, attacks on innocent people have increased. Each of us has some ability to defend ourselves, and by learning a form of self-defence, we are not only increasing that ability, but also doing something to build our own sense of respect. Karate will show you a lot of simple and effective techniques to protect yourself, giving you increased self-confidence. Far too many people think martial arts are about violence. Martial-arts training is based on a lot of respect, self-discipline, self-control and non-violence. We learn basic etiquette, courtesy and tolerance. Good manners and consideration for others are expected at all times. Karate is the practice of blocking and striking techniques for the purpose of self-defence, health and self-development. Karate exercises the entire body. Techniques are practised on both sides of the body; therefore, muscle imbalances do not occur, and the strength, coordination, flexibility and agility of both sides of the body are improved. Regular training in karate improves the body’s physical endurance and flexibility. It also helps concentration and produces the mental calm and assurance that come from knowing we can defend ourselves. Karate has many benefits but they do not come easily or overnight. Training requires ongoing commitment and hard work. Some of you will give up, but a few of you will get your black belts. 41. The passage is mainly intended to _______ . A. attract readers to join the club B. tell readers the benefits of karate C. encourage people to get their black belts D. correct people’s misunderstanding of karate 42. What can be learned about University Shotokan Karate Club? A. It offers 4 hours of lessons every week. B. Members don’t need to pay for the lessons. C. It tests members to see what level they are at. D. More men than women have been its members. 43. According to the passage, which of the following statements about karate is true? A. It focuses as much on self-defence as on attack. B. It makes people healthy physically instead of mentally. C. It involves people’s arm muscles more than thigh muscles. D. It cultivates people’s respect for themselves as well as for others. (23-24高一下.天津重点校联考.期中)7. Cool places to stay for cycling adventures From its dusty eastern reaches to its river valleys and lava flows, Oregon attracts adventure-hungry bicyclists. And the Oregon Scenic Bikeways program makes it easy to explore. So point your wheels down one of these routes chosen to highlight a variety of landscapes, skill levels and distances. Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway It’s exciting: riding past fields of world-class hops, rolling along hills dotted with rows of wine grapes, leaning your bike outside a small cafe at a rural crossroads for a strong cup of coffee. The bounty of Oregon is on full display as you cycle the nation’s first scenic bikeway, 134 miles down a river valley snaking between the Coast Range and Cascade Range. Old West Scenic Bikeway The 174-mile Old West Scenic Bikeway weaves through rangeland, along rushing rivers and toward an unending desert. And around these parts, folks are known for their put-your-feet-up hospitality. Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway This 55-mile route starts and ends in Ashland and includes 5,000 feet of climbing. From town, you climb through tropical grassland into deep forests. Stay in Ashland. Or turn the ride into an overnight ride and stay in a cabin in the woods. McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway This 38-mile route climbs through a forest to a 65-square-mile lava flow with 360-degree views of the Cascadian Volcanoes. The 25-mile, 4,000-foot descent to the McKenzie River has brake-burning turns through the forest. Professional tip: The McKenzie Highway is closed during the winter, but for several weeks before it opens to cars in the spring, the road is only managed for non-motorized use. 36. Which is the first scenic bikeway in the USA? A. Old West Scenic Bikeway. B. McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway. C. Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway. D. Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway. 37. What is special about the Old West Scenic Bikeway? A. It is the shortest but full of stories. B. It is located beside the Cascadian Volcanoes. C. It offers bicyclists desert scenery. D. It discourages riders because of unfriendly locals. 38. Where can bicyclists stay overnight if they cycle the Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway? A. In Ashland or the woods. B. In the desert. C. In fields or a small cafe. D. In a forest. 39. What should travelers know about McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway? A. It is easy for bicyclists of all levels. B. It is inaccessible by car in spring. C. It is closed during the winter. D. It is famous for cabins in the woods. 40. What is the purpose of the text? A To attract members for a cycling club. B. To introduce four cycling routes in Oregon. C. To point out the importance of cycling. D. To encourage people to take cycling adventures. (23-24高一下.天津咸水沽一中和东丽百中.期中)8. Sometimes, we need a little help and get back to a state of mindfulness when it comes to taking care of our physical and mental health. Wellness vacations are on the rise. ■ Ketanga Fitness When: April 6 — 10 Where: Phoenix, Arizona What: Sweat it out surrounded by the red rocks of Arizona’s desert. P.E. Club owner Nedra Lopez leads a mixture of high and low intensity workouts in the mornings and evenings. During breaks, guests will have plenty of time to explore the desert. After your last workout class, you can hit the town for dinner and drinks. ■ Rksolid Retreat When: April 15 — 22 Where: Oahu, Hawaii What: What better excuses to relax yourself in Hawaii than a retreat led by Barry’s Bootcamp star Rebecca Kennedy? During your week-long journey to Oahu, you’ll surf, climb waterfalls, and hike the Stairway to Heaven trail. In between all those workouts, Kennedy creates a special stretch and recovery class so you won’t skip a beat next day. ■ Wellness Immersion When: August Where: Amanbagh, India What: The Amanbagh hotel offers 4-21 day programs focusing on immersion courses that focus on relieving stress from people’s body. Activities include hikes overlooking beautiful gorges, yoga and meditation sessions, and meals made with organic, locally harvested produce. ■ Mile High Run Club When: August 18 — 28 Where: Reykjavik, Iceland What: After landing in Reykjavik, runners can work towards their best time in the annual marathon, half marathon, or 10K. After a race, you’ll soothe your muscles in the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa and hit the ground running again with guided runs through Thorsmork National Park. Do we even have to mention Skaftafell’s crazy glacier views? 51. Which vacation will you choose if you want to visit desert? A. Rksolid Retreat. B. Ketanga Fitness. C. Wellness Immersion. D. Mile High Run Club. 52. What will you do in between all those workouts on the Rksolid Retreat vacation? A. Go surfing. B. Climb waterfalls. C. Hike the Stairway to Heaven trail. D. Attend a special stretch and recovery class. 53. During the Wellness Immersion, people can ________. A. enjoy a free hotel stay and service B. visit Thorsmork National Park C. taste food made by local organic produce D. relax muscles in a geothermal spa 54. What do the four vacations have in common? A. Men are the target vacationers. B. They are combinations of wellness and scenery. C. Courses and classes are arranged during them. D. They are available all year round. 55. What’s the purpose of the passage? A. To promote marathon events. B. To attract more tourists to America. C. To advertise some P.E. clubs. D. To introduce some wellness vacations. (22-23高一下.天津部分区.期中)9. Thirsk Brick Show Date: 13th February Venue: Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall Description: A small LEGO show in this town hall, back for its third year. The profits from the show go to Holy Rood House, an aged care centre in the town. LEGO displays and some activities. Cost: Small entry fee in aid of charity Discovery Brick Show Date: 28th - 29th May Venue: Discovery Museum Description: This LEGO show in central Newcastle returns, with LEGO models from builders across the UK, activities and a marketplace for LEGO - lovers. Cost: Some free activities; entry to see the models and the marketplace requires a paid ticket. Hull Brickfest Date: 7th - 8th August Venue: Guildhall Description: This LEGO show returns for another year in the centre of Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire. Cost: Free entry; ticket booking recommended. Caterham Model Show Date: 18th September Venue: Centenary Hall Description: This established LEGO and model show is back again this year, LEGO displays, activities and traders as well as non - LEGO displays activities and traders. Cost: Paid tickets required for entry; see event page for details. 36. Which show’s profits will be used to help old people? A. Thirsk Brick Show. B. Discovery Brick Show. C. Hull Brickfest. D. Caterham Model Show. 37. Which show is held in Newcastle? A. Hull Brickfest. B. Thirsk Brick Show. C. Discovery Brick Show. D. Caterham Model Show. 38. Which venue will host a free but ticketed LEGO event? A. Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall. B. Discovery Museum. C. Centenary Hall. D. Guildhall. 39. What do the four events have in common? A. They have been held before. B. They will take place in winter. C. They will sell tickets at the door. D. They include some non - LEGO activities. 40. What is the purpose of this text? A. To explain LEGO culture. B. To help the poor in the shows. C. To introduce the LEGO Shows. D. To cut the cost of the shows. (22-23高一下.天津第三中学.期中)10. Do you love music? If you are a music lover, there are some music festivals for you to learn about. Strawberry Music Festival Held at the most beautiful fairgrounds (露天广场) in California, Strawberry Music Festival takes over the Nevada County Fairgrounds every Memorial Day (美国阵亡将士纪念日) for four days of family run. This park, which is set in the Sierra Nevada foothills (山麓小丘), offers the perfect environment for camping and performances by some of the top artists. The festival also offers children’s programmes, workshops and activities for all ages. Tree Town Music Festival You don’t have to be in the Southwest or in Texas to enjoy yourself in the country lifestyle. Country living can be found all over the United States. Tree Town Music Festival in Forest City, Iowa, is a great example of country fun in the Midwest. Tree Town Music Festival features camping and live music from some of the biggest names in modern countries. Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival This festival shows respect for the traditions of India and its people. Food, music and performances are top attractions and display the Indian tradition proudly. Yoga fans can catch a relaxing practice. This experience of Indian culture is fun for all ages. SXSW Music Festival The SXSW Music Festival is a world-wide music event taking place every March in Austin, Texas. Each year the SXSW Music Festival hosts a wonderful mix of artists performing in clubs, parks, hotels and more in Austin, Texas. 36. How long doss the Strawberry Music Festival last? A. For a week B. For four days. C. For a few hours. D. For the whole month of March. 37. What can you do in Forest City, Iowa? A. Visit art workshops with you kids. B. Taste many kinds of delicious food. C. Take part in interesting yoga classes. D. Have fun experiencing great country life. 38. What is special about Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival? A. It shows Indian culture. B. Its theme is about yoga. C. It is suitable for children. D. It is held at the fairground. 39. Which of the festivals is held in Texas? A. SXSW Music Festival. B. Tree Town Music Festival. C. Strawberry Music Festival. D. Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival. 40. Which festival will you attend if you like camping? ①Strawberry Music Festival ②Tree Town Music Festival ③Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival ④SXSW Music Festival A. ②③ B. ①④ C. ①② D. ③④ (22-23高一下.天津第一百中学.期中)11. Dance Classes for Kids Near Me Search Dance Class for Kids near me, and Twist N Turns is the best you could get. ★ What does Dance Class for Kids offer at Twist N Turns? Jazz dance and street dance. ★ What is the application process? Applications are accepted throughout the year. The course will run for only four terms. To apply one must visit our center and fill in the application form with one passport-size photo, the birth certificate along with the $50 application fee. ★ What is the course structure? The dance course for kids is for 3.5 to 12 years, divided into three groups: Toddlers (3.5-5 years), Kids (6-8 years) and Tweens (9-12 years). For below 5 years, we teach creative movement, which is basically the pre-dance class, a way for children to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, and stimulate imagination. The advanced course includes body awareness, strength, conditioning, space awareness, expressions, and musicality. At the end of the course, all students have to appear for a performance test in the studio, where they have to demonstrate moves. Then, the kids are selected and promoted to improvers or advanced classes, depending on their skill and level of performance. Not all kids make it to the next level. ★ What are the rules? 80% attendance is required. Students have to come in uniform. Also, refer to Dance Etiquette (礼仪). ★ Are certificates provided? The certificate is awarded to students on an internal examination basis conducted after the completion of the course. To attain the certificate one must go to a minimum of 39 classes. 36. The dance class offers ______ kinds of dance. A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5 37. What should a boy bring to apply for a dance course? A. His passport. B. His family photo. C. His application form. D. His birth certificate. 38. What do toddlers learn in the dance course? A. Creative movement. B. Body awareness. C. Space awareness. D. Musicality. 39. Which is NOT true about the performance test? A. It takes place at the end of the course. B. Students will show their moves in the test. C. The students with full attendance can skip the test. D. Not all students can be promoted to the next level. 40. What is required of a student to get a certificate? A. Winning an internal award. B. Attending at least 39 classes. C. Knowing dance etiquette well. D. Getting an A on the performance test. 记叙文 (23-24高一下.天津部分区.期中)1.“Do you want to go to work with me today?” Asked my father one day when I was nine or 10 years old He had never taken me to work with him before. How could I have said no? I had no idea where my father worked, nor how he earned a living. All I knew, back around 1992, was that he left our house every morning before we woke up and came back every night after we finished dinner. So, I gave him a positive answer. My dad drove us south to the city of Newark, where he was born. There we entered a middle-class apartment building. He made the rounds doing regular duty for the next few hours with me following closely. He checked the basic systems and services. He collected rents. He carried around a case of tools in case he needed to fix a broken door or get a washing machine running again. He took me to work with him a few other times over the years. I always loved going. I got to see him in action, doing his job among other people, out in the wider world and looking important, even heroic. I felt proud of him, proud to be his son. I wish he had taken me more often. Years later, I followed this tradition. I took my daughter Caroline with me to my office for a day. She saw me in a glassed-off conference room brainstorming with colleagues, on the phone talking with clients and — no doubt the most attractive scene of all — on my computer writing a report. With any luck, my daughter felt the same pride I had felt with my own father. Today fewer and fewer kids get the same opportunity. Maybe we should make this a tradition. 41. Why did the author agree to go to work with his father for the first time? A. He wanted to earn money for himself. B. He was forced to go by his father. C. He was curious about his father’s job. D. He intended to repair their relationship. 42. What tasks did the author’s father do? A. Checking systems, collecting rents, and fixing appliances. B. Working with colleagues and brainstorming ideas. C. Answering phone calls and organizing paperwork. D. Writing reports and attending meetings regularly. 43. How did the author feel after seeing his father work? A. He felt pity for his father. B. He admired his father’s skills. C. He thought highly of his father. D. He questioned his father’s choice. 44. What tradition did the author follow years later with his own daughter? A. Repairing broken doors and washing machines. B. Bringing her to his workplace for a day. C. Calling the clients and writing reports. D. Taking her to visit his hometown. 45. How did the author’s experience with his dad influence him? A. It helped him build a successful career. B. It developed his great talents for business. C. It deepened his understanding of his work. D. It made him proud and follow the same tradition. (23-24高一下.天津第四十七中.期中)2. How I Turned to Be Optimistic I began to grow up that winter night when my parents and I were returning from my aunt＇s house, and my mother said that we might soon be leaving for America. We were on the bus then. I was crying, and some people on the bus were turning around to look at me. I remember that I could not bear the thought of never hearing again the radio program for school children to which I listened every morning. I do not remember myself crying for this reason again. In fact, I think I cried very little when I was saying goodbye to my friends and relatives. When we were leaving I thought about all the places I was going to see—the strange and magical places I had known only from books and pictures. The country I was leaving never to come back was hardly in my head then. The four years that followed taught me the importance of optimism, but the idea did not come to me at once. For the first two years in New York I was really lost—having to study in three schools as a result of family moves. I did not quite know what I was or what I should be. Mother remarried, and things became even more complex for me. Some time passed before my stepfather and I got used to each other. I was often sad, and saw no end to “the hard times. ” My responsibilities in the family increased a lot since I knew English better than everyone else at home. I wrote letters, filled out forms, translated at interviews with Immigration officers, took my grandparents to the doctor and translated there, and even discussed telephone bills with company representatives. From my experiences I have learned one important rule: Almost all common troubles eventually go away! Something good is certain to happen in the end when you do not give up, and just wait a little! I believe that my life will turn out all right, even though it will not be that easy. 41. How did the author get to know America? A. From her relatives. B. From her mother. C. From Books and pictures. D. From radio programs. 42. Upon leaving for America the author felt ________. A. confused B. excited C. worried D. amazed 43. For the first two years in New York, the author ________. A. often lost her way B. did not think about her future C. studied in three different schools D. got on well with her stepfather 44. What can we learn about the author from Paragraph 4? A. She worked as a translator. B. She attended a lot of job interviews. C. She paid telephone bills for her family. D. She helped her family with her English. 45. The author believes that ________. A. her future will be free from troubles B. it is difficult to learn to become patient C. there are more good things than bad things D. good things will happen if one keeps trying (23-24高一下.天津河北区.期中)3. I have had a lifelong passion for sewing (缝, 做针线活). When I was 7, my mother showed me how to stitch with a needle and thread, and it was my favorite pastime (休闲活动) when it was too cold and snowy to play outside. As a teenager, I began to design and sew my own outfits. I cut out paper patterns to construct dresses and skirts, and I’d sit at the old sewing machine for hours. In my late 20s, my focus shifted towards giving new life to used clothes. I began to buy used clothes to upcycle (升级改造) and refashion. My favorite places to buy used clothes are thrift shops (旧货店). This pursuit wasn’t just about fashion; it was about storytelling through clothing. About 10 years ago, when I was ripping out the silk lining (内衬) from a beautiful long blue evening dress, I stopped. There was a hidden pocket in the front that I failed to notice as I merrily ripped at the scams (接缝). I pulled out an old photo of a young woman wearing the very same blue evening dress. A long silver chain necklace hung gracefully down the front of the dress, and she was holding a black purse. She had a soft smile, and she looked to be in her early 20s. This moment was an awakening for me; it connected me to the unknown histories of the clothes I worked with. Somebody else wore this dress many years ago. Who was she? Did she wear it to the theater? To a fancy dinner party? And I was now tearing it apart. I felt guilty. I mentioned my concerns and guilt to my daughter. She said, “Mom, you should be proud of your upcycling and your sewing creations. You are keeping clothes out of the landfill (垃圾填埋场), and you’re creating new fashions. Consider it a bonus (意外收获) if you find objects in the pockets. The clothes are talking to you!” Her words helped me see the value in my hobby, not just as a creative means of expressing but as a means of preserving stories and preventing waste. I decided to pay respect to this upcycling discovery—and the many others I’ve found over the years—by displaying them on a bulletin board in my sewing room. These discoveries have made me enjoy refashioning and upcycling clothes even more. And this evolution in my sewing practice has not only enhanced my appreciation for the art of upcycling but has also deepened my connection to the past, making each stitch a bridge between generations. 36. What are the first two paragraphs mainly about? A. The author’s deep interest in design. B. The author’s mom’s influence on her. C. The author’s growing love for sewing. D. The author’s preference for used clothes. 37. Why does the author recycle old clothes? A. To earn lots of money. B. To follow fashion trends. C. To learn new sewing techniques. D. To preserve stories and reduce waste. 38. How did the author feel after finding the photo in the dress? A. Excited. B. Ashamed. C. Confused. D. Surprised. 39. How did the daughter’s opinion affect the author? A. It made her feel guilty. B. It led her to take sewing classes. C. It caused her to give up on sewing. D. It made her appreciate her upcycling more. 40 How does the author honor her discoveries from upcycling? A. By giving them to her daughter as gifts B. By displaying them on a bulletin board. C. By donating them to thrift shops. D. By selling them online. (23-24高一下.天津河东区.期中)4.John Cruitt, 62, spent decades tracking down his third-grade teacher. He wanted to talk with Cecile Doyle about 1958 — the year his mother, who was seriously ill, passed away. Her death came just days before Christmas. Cruitt had been expecting to go home from school and decorate the Christmas tree. Doyle tells Cruitt at StoryCorps in Monroe, N. Y. “And you just don’t know how you’re going to go on without that person.” When Cruitt returned to school, Doyle waited until all of the other children left the room at the end of the day, and told him that she was there if he needed her. “Then you kissed me on the head,” Cruitt says. “And I felt that things really would be OK.” “Well, Cruitt, I’m so glad that I could be there with you for that time,” says Doyle, 82. Decades after his mother’s death, Cruitt began to think more and more of Doyle. He finally wrote a letter: Dear Mrs. Doyle, If you are not the Cecile Doyle who taught English at Emerson School in Kearny, N. J., then I’m embarrassed, and you can neglect the letter. My name is John Cruitt, and I was in your third-grade class during the 1958-1959 school year. Two days before Christmas, my mother passed away, and you told me that you were there if I needed you. I hope life has been as kind to you as you were to me. God bless you. John Cruitt Doyle says his letter, which arrived in February, could not have come at a better time. Her husband, who passed away this August, was struggling with Parkinson’s disease. “Well the funny thing is, when I finally wrote to you again after 54 years, I typed the letter — I was afraid my penmanship wasn’t going to meet your standards,” Cruitt says as Doyle laughs. “John, what can I say — I’m just glad that we made a difference in each other’s life.” 39. Before Cruitt wrote the letter, he ________. A. knew Doyle’s husband had passed away B. believed Doyle was leading a happy life C. considered it embarrassing to write to Doyle D. was unsure whether Doyle could receive the letter 40. Doyle believed the letter ________. A. was a gift coming late B. came at just the right time C. lifted her confidence greatly D. served as a reminder of her husband 41. The underlined word “penmanship” probably means “________”. A. pen repairer B. pen friend C. handwriting D. biography (23-24高一下.天津实验中学.期中)5.Once, I was invited to see a performance by my friends. Little did I know that I was about to see something I would never forget. After they introduced the young musician, Mr. Patrick Henry Hughes, he was rolled onto the stage in his wheelchair and began to play the piano. His fingers danced across the keys as he made beautiful music. He then began to sing as he played, and it was even more beautiful. For some reason, however, I knew that I was seeing something special. About ten minutes into Patrick’s performance, someone came on the stage and said, “I’d like to share a seven-minute video.” Then the lights went dim. Patrick Henry Hughes was born with no eyes and a tightening of the joints, which left him disabled for life. However, as a child, he was fitted with artificial eyes and placed in a wheelchair. Before his first birthday, he discovered the piano. His mom said, “I could hit any note on the piano, and within one or two tries, he’d get it.” By his second birthday, he could play simple songs as requested. His father was excited. “We might not play baseball, but we can play music together.” Today, Patrick is a junior. His father attends classes with him and he’s made nearly all A’s. He’s also a part of the marching band. He and his father do it together. They attend all the band practices and performances. His father rolls his son around the field to the cheers of Patrick’s fans. But it was Patrick’s “attitude of gratitude” that touched my soul deeper. On stage, between songs, he talked to the audience about his life and about how blessed he was. He said, “God made me blind and unable to walk. BIG DEAL! He gave me the ability, the musical gifts I have… the great opportunity to meet new people.” When his performance was over, Patrick and his father were on the stage together. The crowd rose to their feet and cheered for over five minutes. 36. What can we know from the text? A. Patrick is now in charge of a marching band. B. My friends told me the performance would be very special. C. Patrick showed a gift of music at an early age. D. Patrick played the piano much better than he sang. 37. According to the text, Patrick’s father ________. A taught Patrick to sing and play the piano B. accompanied him to attend classes and practices C. expected his son to be a great musician and singer D. has become the leader of the marching band 38. What made the author most impressed? A. His attitude of gratitude. B. His working hard. C. His wonderful performance. D. His unlucky fate. 39. The underlined word “blessed” in Paragraph 5 might be replaced by “________”. A. unfortunate B. hopeful C. talkative D. lucky 40. The story of Patrick Henry Hughes teaches us to ________. A. share our kindness with others B. develop an interest in music C. study hard and realize our dream D. value what we have had (23-24高一下.天津重点校联考.期中)6. For many years, I wanted to be a music video director. After graduating from high school, I moved to Los Angeles. I earned a degree in video production there. Fortune smiled upon me as I quickly worked as a production helper. I was young and ambitious, doing my best in my dream work. One day, I worked as a volunteer at an award show. A production manager talked with me and said that I was going to be a “big fish” one day. I was praised, but frightened. I wasn’t sure whether I could bear the pressure of being a “big fish”. Not too long after the show, I was laid off from my position at the production company. I went back home to Florida to think about my next career move. In Florida, I found a job in a financial company. The pay was good, and the work was not difficult. But a few months later, my creative spirit sent an SOS to my brain. It reminded me that I wasn’t making the best use of my talents. I didn’t have the money to make another cross-country move back to Los Angeles, but I couldn’t wait to create something. I did some creative writing during my spare time. To motivate myself even further, I promised myself a children’s storybook. My goal didn’t end there, however. I also decided to get the book published. It was not easy, and I continued sending out my work for nearly four years. Finally my work attracted the interest of a publisher. When I held a copy of my beautiful children’s book in my hands, I felt really happy from the bottom of my heart. I may not have become a big fish, but I did achieve a goal. Success comes from efforts. When you have something to fight for, you’re not far from success. 41. The author went to Los Angeles to ______. A. find a high-paid job B. reach for her dream C. visit a famous film director D. take part in volunteer activities 42. What was the author’s reaction to the production manager’s comments on her? A. Proud. B. Happy. C. Uncertain. D. Disappointed. 43. What does the author think of her job in Florida? A. It lacks challenges. B. It requires a higher degree. C. It often takes up her free time. D. It can hardly support her family. 44. What can we infer about the author from Paragraph 4? A. She set herself to work on a new goal. B. She was moved by her children’s words. C. She was attracted by a picture storybook. D. She planned to leave for Los Angeles some day. 45. What does the author encourage us to do through this text? A. To make a cross-country move. B. To break our old working habits. C. To try hard to improve our writing skills. D. To make every effort to achieve our goals. (23-24高一下.天津部分区.期中)7. It was the middle of winter some 30 years ago. I was a young father with three little children counting on me. I worked in a sawmill (锯木厂). As I got ready to go to work I wrapped band aids around my fingers and put more in my pockets. Cutting and piling up wood for eight hours a day had caused my fingers to split (裂开) and bleed at their tips in the cold, dry winter air. That day at work was harder than normal. We were short-handed on workers. The machines kept breaking down. We had to rush to catch up as the wood piled up. On top of that, all the heaters in the building had stopped working and we could see our breath as we spent hours working there. When the work day finally ended, I walked wearily toward the washroom, took off my work gloves, and checked my aching fingers. The splits were worse than ever and I had bled through the band - aids again. I felt so tired. I wondered how long I could keep doing this, if things would ever get any better, and why life was so hard. After driving home, I tried to put a smile on my face as I opened the front door. But instead, one appeared naturally. My daughter ran up to me, yelled “Daddy!” and wrapped her little arms around my neck. I lifted her up and my heart filled with love. My tired body didn’t feel so tired anymore. My aches and pains disappeared into her hug, And the joy in my heart chased the sadness away. At that moment I kissed my little girl’s cheek and held her tight. I knew I could continue and that things would get better. 41. What was the author’s situation 30 years ago? A. He was young man teaching students. B. He was a retired person owning a sawmill. C. He worked in a factory as an accountant. D. He had a heavy burden of raising children. 42. Which is NOT the factor making that day even harder than normal? A. There were not enough workers. B. Workers that day were not tall enough. C. All the heaters had stopped working. D. The machines stopped working repeatedly. 43. The author walked toward the washroom wearily which shows that _________. A. he was very tired B. he felt very relieved C. he wore heavy clothes D. he was walking up and down 44. What does the underlined word “one” in Paragraph 5 refer to? A. a face B. a smile C. the door D. his daughter 45. In the story, the author wants to express that _________. A. family can give us support B. labor work is not that hard C. it is better to have just one kid D. it is important for kids to study hard 应用文 (23-24高一下.天津实验中学.期中)1. The Future Stars General Introduction The Future Stars was set up in 1988 as a non-profit service center for child development devoted to providing quality child care in a loving and educational environment for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Our funds mainly come from public donations. A healthy curiosity for learning is the most important quality for early childhood development. We aim at offering high quality developmentally age-appropriate activities for early childhood, the most critical time of child development, so that they can do better after they start formal schooling. Hours of Operation Child care will be provided for the child from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday (except for holidays). Children may not arrive before 7:00 am or remain after 6:00 pm. Should an emergency arises, the parent should immediately make us know in consideration of our work arrangements. A late charge of $1.00 per minute will be assessed if the child is not picked up by 6:05 pm. Charges for these services are to be paid directly to the staff person that has been looking after your child until your arrival; not to the center. Failure to pay late charges may affect continued services with the center. Parking Dropping off and picking up your child can be made from the two main areas, Spring Street and Seventh Street. Parking is free for parents coming to visit their children in our center. Please do not leave your purse or valuables in your car and be sure to lock your vehicle. Tuition (学费) When it has been confirmed that a position is available for your child, you must pay a registration (注册) fee of $200 per child. The weekly tuition fee is $98.00. You can make payments either by credit card or in cash on Monday every week. If your payment is not made by Tuesday at 9:00 am, you will be charged a $25.00 late fee. For more information, please call 434-293-6110 or visit at www.childdevelopmentcenter.com. 31. The Future Stars is intended for ________. A. would-be parents B. pre-school children C. child experts D. teenagers 32. Which of the following is NOT true about the Future Stars? A. It has a history of more than three decades. B. It has shorter hours of operation on holidays. C. It offers free parking service for visiting parents. D. It aims to improve children’s development through activities. 33. What can we know about late pick-ups from the text? A. They may affect continued services with the center. B. Parents needn’t pay late charges for them. C. Parents have to inform the center of them right away. D. They may greatly disturb the work arrangements of the center. 34. If you want your child to receive child care service from the Future Stars, you must ________. A. pay every Monday B. be charged a $25.00 late fee C. pay $98.00 for registration D. pay in cash 35. What is the purpose of the text? A. To attract public donations. B. To promote early education. C. To tell the benefits of child care. D. To introduce a child development center. (22-23高一下.天津中学.期中)2. What is the number one favourite pet in the UK? If you think the answer is “dog”—you are wrong. There are 8.6 million cats and 8.3 million dogs in Britain according to recent figures. But experts predict(预测) that there will be more dogs than cats next year as dogs become more and more popular. Dogs as accessories(配饰) We like to spend time with our pets. The Queen is famous for her corgis(威尔士矮脚狗) and is often photographed with them. Nowadays some dog owners are more extreme-a few TV celebrities even take their dogs shopping or to restaurants. Chihuahuas(吉娃娃犬) are especially popular as “handbag dogs” because they are so small. Dog holidays People are also giving their pets holidays. Many UK hotels and holiday parks now welcome dogs as guests. What about owners who go abroad? They can leave their pets at a dog hotel or dog spa while they are away. Some even provide their canine(犬) guests with a TV. Dogs are for life The British charity, Dogs Trust, finds homes for thousands of lost and homeless dogs every year. Their famous slogan “A dog is for life and not just for Christmas” was created in the 1970s to teach people about the responsibility of owning a dog. Dogs Trust told British people not to give dogs as gifts or treat them like toys. Dogs on TV Victoria Sitwell is the host of the popular TV programme called “It’s me or the dog”. In the show Victoria helps dog owners with their pets’ bad behavior. She tries to find solutions to problems such as a Dalmatian who thinks he owns the house and won’t let the family sit on the sofa, dogs that will only eat ice cream and biscuits and even a bulldog who uses the owner’s bed as a toilet. Yuck! Fashion for dogs You can shop online or on the high street for the latest in dog clothes and accessories. Specialist shops sell items such as dog boots dog fancy dress costumes, dog coats, dog dresses and dog pants. 36. What does the article mainly talk about?________ A. Cats as number one favorite pet in the UK. B. A culture of dogs as a pet in the UK. C. Small dogs like Chihuahuas becoming more and more popular. D. Dogs equally treated as human beings. 37. Which of the following has the closest meaning to the underlined sentence in Paragraph 4? ________ A. Dog owners should show respect for dogs ‘lives. B. Dog owners should not use dogs as Christmas gifts. C. Dog owners should care for the dogs more than anything else. D. Dog owners should devote all their lives to treating their dogs well. 38. From the text we can know that________. A. dogs will become the number one pet in the UK in the years to come. B. some dogs are treated as human beings. C. Victoria Sitwell host a programme to help dog owners to treat sick dogs D. fashion for dogs causes the economy of the UK to develop quickly 【答案】36. B 37. A 38. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍的是英国养宠物狗的相关文化。 【36题详解】 主旨大意题。根据首段中的“But experts predict(预测) that there will be more dogs than cats next year as dogs become more and more popular.(但专家预测，随着狗越来越受欢迎，明年狗的数量将超过猫。)”以及下文中每段的主题“Dogs as accessories(配饰)(狗的配饰)”、“Dog holidays(狗的假日)”、“Dogs are for life(狗是为了生活)”“Dogs on TV(狗的电视)”、以及“Fashion for dogs(狗的时尚)”可知，本文主要讲述的是在英国养宠物狗的相关文化。故选B项。 【37题详解】 词义猜测题。根据本段主题句“Dogs are for life（狗是为了生活）”以及最后一句“Dogs Trust told British people not to give dogs as gifts or treat them like toys.(Dogs Trust告诉英国人不要把狗狗当作礼物或玩具。)”可知，本段讲述的是狗是为了生活，不能把它当作礼物或者玩具，由此可推断，该句话意思为“要尊重狗的生命”。故选A项。 【38题详解】 推理判断题。根据Dog holidays部分中的“Many UK hotels and holiday parks now welcome dogs as guests.They can leave their pets at a dog hotel or dog spa while they are away. Some even provide their canine(犬) guests with a TV.(英国许多酒店和度假公园现在都欢迎狗狗入住。当他们离开时，他们可以把宠物留在狗旅馆或狗水疗中心。有些人甚至为宠物狗提供电视。)”可知，许多英国的假日酒店和公园像客人一样，为狗提供旅馆或spa中心以及电视，由此可推断，一此狗被如人一样对待。故选B项。 记叙文 (23-24高一下.天津第四十七中.期中)1.The easy way out isn’t always easiest. I learned that lesson when I decided to treat Doug, my husband of one month, to a special meal. I glanced through my cookbook and chose a menu which included homemade bread. Knowing the bread would take time, I started on it as soon as Doug left for work. As I was not experienced in cooking, I thought if a dozen was good, two dozen would be better, so I doubled everything. As Doug loved oranges, I also opened a can of orange and poured it all into the bowl. Soon there was a sticky dough (面团) covered with ugly yellowish marks. Realizing I had been defeated, I put the dough in the rubbish bin outside so I wouldn't have to face Doug laughing at my work, I went on preparing the rest of the meal, and, when Doug got home, we sat down to Cornish chicken with rice. He tried to enjoy the meal but seemed disturbed. Twice he got up and went outside, saying he thought he heard a noise. The third time he left, I went to the windows to see what he was doing. Looking out, I saw Doug standing about three feet from the rubbish bin, holding the lid up with a stick and looking into the container. When I came out of the house, he dropped the stick and explained that there was something alive in our rubbish bin. Picking up the stick again, he held the lid up enough for me to see. I felt cold. But I stepped closer and looked harder. Without doubt it was my work. The hot sun had caused the dough to double in size and the fermenting yeast (酵母) made the surface shake and sigh as though it were breathing. I had to admit what the ‘living thing’ was and why it was there. I don’t know who was more embarrassed by the whole thing, Doug or me. 46. The writer’s purpose in writing this story is ________. A. to tell an interesting experience B. to show the easiest way out of a difficulty C. to describe the trouble facing a newly married woman D. to explain the difficulty of learning to cook from books 47. Why did the woman’s attempt at making the bread turn out to be unsuccessful? A. The canned orange had gone bad. B. She didn’t use the right kind of flour. C. The cookbook was hard to understand. D. She did not follow the directions closely. 48. Why did the woman put the dough in the rubbish bin? A. She didn’t see the use of keeping it B. She meant to joke with her husband. C. She didn’t want her husband to see it. D. She hoped it would soon dry in the sun. 49. What made the dough in the rubbish bin look frightening? A. The rising and falling movement. B. The strange-looking marks. C. Its shape. D. Its size. 50. When Doug went out the third time, the woman looked out of the window because she was ________. A. surprised at his being interested in the bin B. afraid that he would discover her secret C. unhappy that he didn't enjoy the meal D. curious to know what disturbed him 【答案】46. A 47. D 48. C 49. A 50. D 【解析】 【分析】本文是一篇记叙文，作者原本想做面包结果失败，为了不让丈夫嘲笑，把失败的面团扔到外面的垃圾桶里。中午吃饭的时候，因为听到外面不停的发出声音，丈夫几次跑出去看。结果发现经过太阳的暴晒，垃圾桶内的面团发酵，涨大，真相露出水面，两人都感到很尴尬。 【46题详解】 推理判断题。根据全文可知，这是妻子和丈夫之间一次有趣的经历。文中并没有关于out of difficulty的内容，B选项排除；没有提到作者是newly married，排除C；文中的重点并不在于to explain the difficulty of learning to cook from books，排除D。故选A。 【47题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章As Doug loved oranges, I also opened a can of orange and poured it all into the bowl. Soon there was a sticky dough (面团) covered with ugly yellowish marks.由此可知，作者没有遵守烹饪书上的指示，导致失败。故选D。 【48题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章realizing I had been defeated, I put the dough in the rubbish bin outside so I wouldn't have to face Doug laughing at my work,由此可知，作者不想被Doug嘲笑所以把失败的面团扔进垃圾桶，故选C。 【49题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章The hot sun had caused the dough to double in size and the fermenting yeast (酵母)made the surface shake and sigh as though it were breathing.根据这句，及前文中Doug拿棍子戳垃圾桶，可以判断，由于酵母发酵所产生了升降运动。答案为A。 【50题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章The third time he left, I went to the windows to see what he was doing.由此可知，Doug第三次起身时，作者好奇地跟了出去，想知道什么打扰到他。故选D。 (23-24高一下.天津河西区.期中)2. A recent research study suggests that learning music doesn’t make you smarter. For a while, there was an idea found on the Internet and in various magazines that suggested that babies could become smarter if they listened to Mozart, or to other classical music. Inspired, some parents bought classical CDs for their babies in the hope that this would boost their intelligence. But this so-called “Mozart Effect” has been challenged repeatedly. But is taking music lessons surely different from just listening to music? Wouldn’t taking music lessons make kids smarter? That’s exactly the question that many researchers over the years have tried to answer. Some of their studies concluded that it does, and some found that it doesn’t. For example, one study showed that music education did not improve reading skills, while another one found a small effect of music on young children’s ability to learn words. The researchers of the new study, Giovanni Sala (Fujita Health University) and Fernand Gober (London School of Economics), looked at the data behind 54 carefully selected studies, and after carefully comparing the data from different papers, they concluded that children who took music lessons did not score higher on tests that measure their intelligence or academic ability than kids that didn’t learn music. If music doesn’t make you smarter, how does that explain other research that shows that music lessons help students’ school performance? It seems like there is something about music lessons that makes students able to perform better in their other classes. That doesn’t have to be intelligence, and it’s likely not. Music lessons could have helped in different ways: They could have led to a change in homework habits, they could have increased confidence, or they could have improved social skills. And finally, they also mention that music education could still be beneficial to students’ performance in non-music subject if the music is combined with these classes. So feel free to keep making music, and keep encouraging children to learn music. 36. Which of the following words is closest to the underlined word “boost” in Paragraph 2? A. Reduce. B. Improve. C. Understand. D. Influence. 37. What can we learn about the “Mozart Effect”? A. It is most likely to be ineffective. B. It was first presented by Mozart. C. It helps parents take good care of their children. D. It will draw more and more researchers’ attention. 38. What does the example in Paragraph 3 show? A. Listening to music benefits kids a lot. B. Whether music education suits all kids remains unknown. C. Listening to music fail to help kids in language learning. D. Whether taking music lessons makes kids smarter is controversial (有争议的). 39. How did the researchers carry out the new study? A. They did 54 small studies in all. B. They observed children in music classes. C. They examined plenty of previous research. D. They did a long-term survey of musical students. 40. What conclusion is made in the last paragraph? A. Music lessons should be encouraged for children. B. Intelligence determines one’s school performance. C. A student’s intelligence can be increased with effort. D. Students should avoid listening to music while studying. 【答案】36. B 37. A 38. D 39. C 40. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一项研究，该研究表明学习音乐并不会提高孩子的智商，但是可以帮助孩子在其它方面有更好的表现。 【36题详解】 词句猜测题。由文章第二段中“For a while, there was an idea found on the Internet and in various magazines that suggested that babies could become smarter if they listened to Mozart, or to other classical music. Inspired, some parents bought classical CDs for their babies (有一段时间，在互联网和各种杂志上发现了一种观点，认为如果婴儿听莫扎特或其他古典音乐，他们会变得更聪明。受此启发，一些父母给他们的孩子买了古典音乐CD，)”可知，一些父母给他们的孩子买了古典音乐CD，是希望这能提高他们的智力，划线词的意思为“提高”。A. Reduce减少；B. Improve提高；C. Understand理解；D. Influence影响。故选B。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“But this so-called ‘Mozart Effect’ has been challenged repeatedly. (但这种所谓的‘莫扎特效应’却一再受到挑战。)”及第四段中的“they concluded that children who took music lessons did not score higher on tests that measure their intelligence or academic ability than kids that didn’t learn music.(他们得出的结论是，上音乐课的孩子在衡量智力或学习能力的测试中的得分并不比不学音乐的孩子高。)”可知，莫扎特效应极有可能是无效的。故选A项。 【38题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“But is taking music lessons surely different from just listening to music? Wouldn’t taking music lessons make kids smarter? That’s exactly the question that many researchers over the years have tried to answer. Some of their studies concluded that it does, and some found that it doesn’t. (但是，上音乐课和听音乐肯定不同吗？上音乐课难道不会让孩子们变得更聪明吗？这正是多年来许多研究人员试图回答的问题。他们的一些研究得出的结论是确实如此，而一些研究发现事实并非如此。)”可知，该段所列举的例子是为了说明学习音乐会让一个孩子变得更聪明的论点具有争议性。故选D项。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The researchers of the new study, Giovanni Sala (Fujita Health University) and Fernand Gobet (London School of Economics), looked at the data behind 54 carefully selected studies (这项新研究的研究人员Giovanni Sala（藤田健康大学）和Fernand Gobet（伦敦经济学院）查看了54项精心挑选的研究背后的数据 )”可知，Sala和Gobet是在参考以前的研究数据后总结出了新的研究成果。故选C项。 【40题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Music lessons could have helped in different ways: They could have led to a change in homework habits, they could have increased confidence, or they could have improved social skills. And finally, they also mention that music education could still be very beneficial to students’ performance in non-music subjects if the music is combined with these classes. So feel free to keep making music, and keep encouraging children to learn music. (音乐课本可以在不同方面起到帮助作用：它们可以改变家庭作业习惯，增强信心，或者提高社交技能。最后，他们还提到，如果音乐与这些课程相结合，音乐教育仍然对学生在非音乐科目上的表现非常有益。所以，请继续创作音乐，并鼓励孩子们学习音乐。)”可知，新研究表明，虽然学习音乐并不会让一个孩子更聪明，但是可以提升孩子的多种能力，所以还是应该鼓励孩子学音乐。故选A项。 1 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$