专题01 阅读理解应用文（重细节考查）&记叙文（重推理+主旨考查）（江苏专用）-【好题汇编】备战2024-2025学年高一英语下学期期末真题分类汇编

专题01 阅读理解(应用文&记叙文)(江苏专用) 说明：语篇标号(ABCD篇)和题目序号(21-35)仿新高考，旨在方便用户组卷。 (接下来的各专题题目序号同样仿新高考，不再加以说明)。 (重在考查细节理解) 01 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市江宁区·期末统考) A There are four healthy and tasty recipes(食谱)that you can easily prepare at home. Lemon pudding If you want to start your day with a bright smile, this creamy, sweet and spicy recipe will surely work for you. It perfectly combines the great taste of lemon and honey. With the ease of preparation of the food, great taste and many health benefits, this is a great dessert added to your breakfast menu. Curried(咖喱)chicken soup For this recipe, your chicken will be cooked in sweet-smelling soup with butter and sweet potatoes. To make the soup, you will need curry powder, tomatoes, chicken, red wine, butter, and milk. Let yourself enjoy this grateful meal as a reward for the long hours of tiring work. Orange carrot smoothie(奶昔) Prepare yourself a healthy drink to start your day. Orange carrot smoothie is an easy-to-prepare recipe that will give you a creamy and cold smoothie that will leave a wonderful taste, which will make you ask for more. With the great orange taste, your day is sure to be made. The carrot flavor also perfectly adds the mix of vegetable sweetness for a one-of-a-kind and tasty breakfast drink. Boiled egg toast with butter If you love simple flavor-packed and healthy meals, this toast is just the one. Make your egg toast to the next level through adding butter. This recipe will combine a great flavor combination that will surely satisfy you. With eating some for your breakfast, lunch or even for your dinner, eating has never been as well as it is with this toast. 21. What do we know about lemon pudding? A. It makes you smile the whole day. B. It has the taste of lemon and honey. C. It is hard to prepare at home. D. It is a great addition to your supper menu. 22. Of the following recipes, which is the best choice after tiring work? A. Lemon pudding. B. Orange carrot smoothie. C. Curried chicken soup. D. Boiled egg toast with butter. 23. What is special about boiled egg toast with butter? A. It includes some butter. B. It is simple and healthy. C. It benefits our health. D. It is suitable for 3 meals a day. 02 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市六校联合体·期末联考) A Notice on the orderly opening of the National Museum of China The National Museum of China(NMC)has limited the daily visitor arrivals with a new timetable and adopted an online booking system. We hereby inform you of the following regulations: *The NMC is open from 9:00 to 17:00(last admission at 16:00)and closes on Monday. *Visitors must make appointments 1-7 days in advance. Group reservations and on-site reservations are not accepted. *Visitors can make online appointments through our official website or official social media platform account. *On the day of the visit, please enter the museum with Chinese ID cards. For other documents holders, please bring the copies of the original documents used at the time of reservation. *Visitors must enter the museum during their reserved time period to avoid crowding. If visitors miss their reserved time period, they will be refused. If visitors cannot make it on time, please apply for a cancellation in the reservation system before 15:00 on the day of the visit. Reservations cannot be cancelled after the reserved date, and the system will automatically record one’s account as “absent”. For anyone whose account contains three times of absence, the visitor will not be able to make new reservations within 90 days. *Staff-guided tours are cancelled temporarily. Visitors must be in an orderly manner throughout the visit. The NMC will take measures to ensure orderly and safe visits. Thanks for your support and cooperation. National Museum of China 21. When can visitors enter the NMC? A. At 11:00, Monday. B. At 10:30, Sunday. C. At 17:00, Thursday. D. At 16:30, Friday. 22. What do we know about the NMC reservation? A. It should be made on site. B. It can be made in groups. C. It must be made a week ahead. D. It can be made through official website. 23. What if a visitor misses the reserved time period? A. He should reserve in three months. B. He must reserve again before 15:00. C. He will be refused to enter the museum. D. His account can be recorded as “absent”. 03 (2023-2024学年高一下·苏州市·期末统考) A The Most Amazing Honeymoon Destinations Around The World There are so many honeymoon deals and destinations, therefore sometimes it can be really hard to decide. In this article, we will show you the best honeymoon choices around the world. So pack your bag and be prepared for an unforgettable journey. St. Lucia St. Lucia, a place with flowers, waterfalls and wonderful nature scenes, is the right place to spend one’s honeymoon. Besides that, it is also famous for its beautiful hotels, great shopping opportunities, amazing restaurants and dishes as well as the perfect romantic atmosphere for an unforgettable honeymoon. Bora Bora The famous Bora Bora is an island in French Polynesia. You and your partner can relax on the beautiful beaches around the world, go for a swimming, or simply take a sunbath. If you are into exciting adventures, you can also go and see some famous volcanos. Maui The Hawaiian Island Maui is a very popular honeymoon destination for many years already. It not only offers long shorelines of nature scenery, but is also famous for its town parties. You can go to the Maui festivals to experience traditional Hawaiian culture. Amalfi Coast The Amalfi Coast is a coastline, that goes along the southern edge of Italy. The famous place is full of colored streets and buildings. The beaches there are small. The Amalfi coast is well-known for its extraordinary food and wine. You definitely have to visit the restaurants there! 21. Which place offers both relaxing and adventurous experiences? A. St. Lucia. B. Bora Bora. C. Maui. D. Amalfi Coast. 22. What do St. Lucia and Amalfi Coast have in common? A. They are favored by artists. B. They have wonderful restaurants. C. They offer shopping opportunities. D. They are known for vast beaches. 23. Who is this article intended for? A. Families planning a vacation. B. Explorers seeking excitement. C. The freshly-graduated students. D. The newly-married couples. 04 (2023-2024学年高一下·无锡市·期末统考) A When it comes to basic equipment and tools — whether they are for your vehicle, your camping setup or yourself—we appreciate the little things. Items that don’t necessarily have high prices but are smart in their simplicity can make life easier. In fact, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without them! Here are some of our favorites. Getting caught in the rain I love the K-Way Backpack Rain Poncho. Made from 100 percent 190T polyester(聚酯纤维)with a PVC coating and a seam-sealed design, it provides comfortable and reliable protection against strong winds and heavy downpours. It’s long and has enough space to hold a backpack, while a hood(兜帽)adds an extra layer of defense in unexpected weather conditions. It comes in a carry-on bag for convenience on the go. * Click here: www.capeunionmart.co.za No shocker here It can be quite disappointing to try and keep your electrical and extension plugs dry and dust-free while camping. Some people even go travelling, wrapping the connections in plastic bags. There is a simple and far less unsightly(不雅观的)solution, though. The Torpedo Electric Cover from Masterplug is made from lasting plastic and it is perfect to protect your power connections from water, dust or accidental disconnection. It is suitable from cables with a diameter(直径)between 5 and 9 mm. * Click here: www.shop.pretoriacaravans.co.za Hot water anywhere The Aquablitz Portable Water Heater is convenient and the most economical way to heat water in a container, such as a bucket... anywhere electricity is available(可用的). This makes it great for camping or travelling. It is fitted with a 1.1m cable and a three-pin plug and it has a built-in heat safety sensor. You simply fully submerge(浸没)the unit in water, plug it in and switch it on. When the water has reached the desired temperature, you simply switch it off and remove it from the container. * Click here: www.builders.co.za 21. Which of the following can best describe the mentioned equipment and tools? A. Camping-designed only. B. Nice-looking. C. Convenient in life. D. Up-to-date. 22. What is recommended in time of strong winds and heavy rain? A. A built-in sensor. B. The K-Way Backpack Rain Poncho. C. The Torpedo Electric Cover. D. The Aquablitz Portable Water Heater. 23. What is special about the Torpedo Electric Cover? A. Power-free. B. Environmentally-friendly. C. Fire-proof. D. Water-proof. 24. What do we know about the Aquablitz Portable Water Heater? A. It functions even without power. B. It has a safety sensor outside. C. It only works when buried in water. D. It stops working by itself. 25. Where might the text be taken from? A. A magazine. B. The newspaper. C. A poster. D. The Internet. 05 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市·期末统考) A Want to read a perfect children’s book? Explore some recommendations from trusted critics. My Brother Is Away(Sara Greenwood, illustrated by Luisa Uribe) It’s never easy to explain that a family member is kept in prison, and it can be especially hard for children. This touching book draws on the author’s own childhood to tell the story of a young girl whose brother is in prison. What does she say to her friends who have seen him on the news? And will he still love her? A gentle and hopeful story for kids about very adult situations and complex feelings.(For ages 5 to 8) Eyes that Kiss in the Corners(Joanna Ho, illustrated by Dung Ho) This book is brilliantly written because it focuses both on how the characters’ eyes look and on how they see. Focusing on a young girl who takes pride in her “eyes that kiss in the corner and glow like warm tea”, Joanna Ho’s lyrical intergenerational story combines with Dung Ho’s warm and often magical imagery to bring us a celebration on how we see the world — and how we see ourselves.(For ages 4 to 8) Rez Dogs(Joseph Bruchac) When COVID-19 hits, Malian is visiting her grandparents. It is in Malian’s grandparents’ stories that she learns how the people of her native community have always taken care of one another. Written in poetry, this book shows us the pandemic through a child’s eyes and helps remind us that responsibility and caring for one another is something we all can do.(For ages 8 to 12) Listen to the Language of the Trees(Tera Kelly, illustrated by Marie Hermansson) If you know about the “Wood Wide Web”, you know that trees communicate through the fungi(真菌)that connect their roots. Still, did you know how they support one another with extra food? How they can tell their offspring(后代)apart from other trees? How they can warn other trees when insects attack? Then, consider this outstanding book for kids on the topic.(For ages 4 to 8) 21. What do My Brother Is Away and Eyes that Kiss in the Corners have in common? A. They both reveal complex feelings. B. They both tell stories through a girl’s eyes. C. They are intended for children of same age. D. They both focus on children’s responsibility. 22. Which book best suits children who are interested in science? A. Rez Dogs. B. Eyes that Kiss in the Corners. C. My Brother Is Away. D. Listen to the Language of the Trees. 23. What can we learn about the book Rez Dogs? A. It may attract pre-school children. B. It is written in the form of a poem. C. It has pictures related to the pandemic. D. It mainly covers global pandemics. 06 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市溧阳市·期末统考) A Throughout history, women have made significant contributions to the field of science. It is essential to shed light on the women of science, as their struggles and breakthroughs continue to inspire generations of scientists. Ada Lovelace Ada Lovelace, the daughter of the poet Lord Byron, is often regarded as the world’s first computer programmer. Her ground-breaking insights and analytical skills led her to write the first algorithm, imagining the potential of the machine to do more than just calculations. Lovelace’s vision made her well-known as a pioneer in the field. Rosalind Franklin Rosalind Franklin’s X-ray crystallography images played a vital role in understanding the structure of DNA. Her data, acquired through research, was used by James Watson and Francis Crick without her permission or acknowledgment. Franklin’s invaluable contributions to genetics and biology deserve recognition as they provided the key insights into the building blocks of life, yet her name is often overshadowed by her male colleagues. Lise Meitner Lise Meitner made ground-breaking discoveries in nuclear science. Meitner’s contributions to this field are celebrated today, as she paved the way for significant advancements in energy production and scientific understanding. Lise Meitner certainly deserves the place she has earned in the history of science. Mary Anning Mary Anning made remarkable discoveries during the early 19th century and won the respect of the scientists of her time. Anning unearthed the first complete bones of an ichthyosaur(鱼龙). Her pioneering work laid the foundation for the study of prehistoric life and helped shape our understanding of Earth’s history. 21. Who might be a physicist? A. Ada Lovelace. B. Rosalind Franklin. C. Lise Meitner. D. Mary Anning. 22. What made Ada Lovelace famous? A. Her hard work. B. Her great foresight. C. Her competitive spirit. D. Her high intelligence. 23. What do we know about Rosalind Franklin? A. She set up genetics. B. She is underestimated. C. She invented the X-ray crystallography. D. She helped her colleagues to acquire data. 07 (2023-2024学年高一下·镇江市·期末统考) A Getting started with Libby With Libby, you can enjoy free ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your library. All you need is a library card. Step1 Download or open Libby on your device: ● iOS devices: Apple App Store ● Android devices: Google Play ● Amazon Fire tablets: Amazon Appstore ● Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks: libbyapp. com Step 2 In Libby, follow the prompt(提示)to find your library and sign in with a library card. Step 3 Look through your library’s catalog(目录), and then borrow a book or audiobook or open a magazine. Step4 Borrowed titles appear on your Shelf. Book and audiobook loans(借出)are downloaded to the app automatically(自动地)when you’re connected to Wi-Fi, so you can read them when you’re offline. To save space on your device, magazines don’t automatically download, but you can download individual issues by yourself. On your Shelf, you can: · Tap loans to only see your book and audiobook loans. * Tap Read With... to choose where you’d like to read a book(Kindle or Libby), and then finish sending to Kindle(U. S. libraries only)or start reading in Libby. * Tap Open In Libby or Open Audiobook to start reading or listening in the app. * Tap Manage Loan to see options like Renew Loan and Return Early. · Tap Magazine Rack to see your magazines: * Tap a magazine’s cover to start reading. * Tap to see options, like Download and Subscribe. 21. In which step can you sign in? A. Step 1. B. Step 2. C. Step 3. D. Step 4. 22. Which of the following should be downloaded by yourself? A. Ebooks. B. Audiobooks. C. Magazines. D. Library cards. 23. What does the text aim to introduce? A. The functions of four devices. B. The steps to apply for library cards. C. The contents of some books. D. The procedures of using an app. 08 (2023-2024学年高一下·南通市·期末统考) A Many islands far from the continents should fire the imaginations of adventurers or explorers nowadays. Tristan da Cunha Tristan da Cunha, the southernmost inhabited(有人居住的)island of the British territory(领土)in the southern Atlantic, is located approximately 2,100 km south of the nearest inhabited land, with a coastline of 34 km and a cloud-covered volcanic cone. Spitsbergen Spitsbergen, Norway’s largest island, about 950 km north of the European coast, is covered in snow and ice, with a sizable population of polar bears. Its main settlement, Longyearbyen, sits less than 3.2 km away from the Svalbard Global Seed Vault — a secure facility intended to safeguard the seeds of the world’s food plants in case of a global disaster. Pitcairn Island This small volcanic island, the only inhabited island of the British overseas territory of four islands in the South Pacific, is probably best known as the settlement for the mutineers(叛变者)of the British ship HMS Bounty in 1790. It’s also near one of the world’s largest marine reserves. South Georgia South Georgia, part of the British overseas territory in the south Atlantic, is about 4,790 km west of Cape Town, South Africa. Large quantities of animal life there and around have invited a small number of scientists as the island’s few inhabitants. It’s best known as the final site of the arduous journey made by British explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, who first crossed South Georgia Island in 1916. 21. Which of the islands doesn’t belong to England? A. Pitcairn Island. B. South Georgia. C. Tristan da Cunha. D. Spitsbergen. 22. What do the islands mentioned in the passage share? A. They are inhabited with many people. B. They are distant but appealing places. C. They are being safeguarded by scientists. D. They are in the southern part of the Earth. 23. What is the purpose of the passage? A. To introduce some islands to readers. B. To promote the world’s island tourism. C. To draw explorers’ attention to global disasters. D. To illustrate England has many overseas territories. 09 (2023-2024学年高一下·泰州市·期末统考) A On May 7th, 1902, on the island of Martinique, Ludgar Sylbaris, the town’s drunk and troublemaker, got thrown into prison. However, it turned out to be the luckiest day of his life. Saint Pierre on Martinique was at the time known as the Paris of Caribbean. It had a big population of 30, 000 people and was a cultural centre. Martinique is home to Mount Pelee, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. In the weeks before Ludgar Sylbaris was thrown into prison, the volcano on the island of Martinique was showing signs of volcanic activity. Without modern Volcanology, people still sensed that something was going to happen, but they didn’t have a really good sense of how big or how dangerous the threat was. Thousands of people left the countryside and came to the city of Saint Pierre because they thought it would be safer there. That was a terrible mistake. The day after Ludgar Sylbaris went into that prison cell, Mount Pelee exploded. And in an instant 3, 000 people were killed. A pressure wave flattened every single building. Anyone who was unlucky enough to be outside was instantly burned to death. Those who were in shelter found themselves choking as their lungs were burned from the inside out. There was really no escape except for one person, Ludgar Sylbaris. The cell he was in had been built as an armory(军械库). So it had been built within the thick walls and it happened that the only opening in it faced away from the eruption. Even so, super-hot air began to force its way underneath the door. And as his cell heated to extremely high temperatures, he was forced to take off his clothes, push them underneath the door and he peed(小便)on the clothes just to try to keep the hot air from entering. He was still badly burned and wasn’t found until four days later when rescuers heard his cries. 21. What caused so many people to die in the volcano eruption? A. Shortage of survival skills. B. Ignorance of modern Volcanology. C. Lack of good judgement of the threat. D. Unawareness of the volcanic activity signs. 22. Which of the following is the right order according to the passage? a. The volcano of Mount Pelee erupted. b. Buildings were flattened and no one escaped. c. Thousands of people fled to the city of Saint Pierre. d. Mount Pelee was showing signs of volcanic activity. e. Ludgar Sylbaris managed to save himself and was rescued. A. dbace B. abdce C. adceb D. dcabe 23. Which of the following is true according to the last paragraph? A. The cell’s opening faced the eruption. B. The cell was far away from the eruption. C. Ludgar took proper self-rescue measures. D. Ludgar hid in the heavily-guarded armory. 24. What’s the purpose of the passage? A. To introduce the island of Martinique. B. To inspire people to explore the Mount Pelee. C. To provide ways to survive a volcano eruption. D. To tell the story of a volcano eruption survivor. 10 (2023-2024学年高一下·扬州市·期末统考) A Social media platforms are filled with individuals proudly sharing their rapid mastering of a language. Where does the secret lie? The truth lies in our addiction to instant satisfaction promised by some language apps. However, besides these apps, here are some ways to help you learn a new language: 1. Be a child, watch cartoons One of the most common advice for language learners is to watch children’s cartoons, which can be found on YOUKU. These cartoons are often made up of basic phrases and words that one would learn at beginner’s level. 2. Turn the volume(音量)up If watching cartoons is not your cup of tea, fear not, for there is the alternative of listening to podcasts(播客)and songs. Not only can you pick up phrases and idioms, but you can also develop your appreciation for the culture. 3. Let the words flow Talking to wait staff at native restaurants can help with your language skills. To avoid the risk of making mistake in public you can start by speaking to your pets. Tell them about your day. As you grow more confident, work up to a native speaker. 4. Aforeign stamp A commonly overlooked method is to keep a pen pal. Through the exchange of letters, you not only get to practise your writing skills but can also get a friend. Over all, continuous practice is key to unlocking the door of mastery. No matter which approach you choose, it’s important to revisit the language you are learning every day, even if it’s just for 15 minutes. 21. Why do language learning apps appeal to us? A. Because of their easy access. B. Because of their language platforms. C. Because of their proud claims. D. Because of their immediate pleasure. 22. To learn about vocabulary and culture, which way would you choose? A. Be a child, watch cartoons. B. Turn the volume up. C. Let the words flow. D. A foreign stamp. 23. What is the key to mastering a new language? A. Daily practice. B. More confidence. C. Occasional visits. D. Regular sharing. 11 (2023-2024学年高一下·宿迁市泗阳县·期末统考) A Newport, a beachfront city of beauty and excitement, is popular among tourists. Check out the top things to do in this wonderful city. The Wedge Whether you’re a passionate surfer, or you simply want to relax and watch the daring wave runners and body surfers, the Wedge is the perfect place to spend your afternoon. The Wedge has some of the largest waves in Southern California, measuring up to 30 feet. Obviously, it’s not a place for beginner swimmers or young children. Balboa Fun Zone The small park is full of fun activities for children, and with views of the Pacific, they are sure to enjoy their time. This boatyard-turned-amusement park has been in operation since the mid-1900s. Over time, more and more activities have been added, and nowadays there are enough features to keep you busy for hours. Fashion Island Fashion Island is a shoppers’ paradise, featuring more than 100 brand-name stores, including large chain stores like Macy’s and Neiman Marcus. It also shelters a variety of local and upscale dining options, a Whole Foods Market and a movie theater. Children can enjoy playing with the little games scattered around the area while parents are shopping. Newport Beach Whale Watching Newport Beach is one of the country’s best whale watching destinations. In winter and early spring, you’ll catch sight of gray whales migrating south to give birth to their calves; they’ll turn around and head north around April or May. In summer and fall, blue whales are often found swimming in the waters surrounding Newport Beach. 21. What’s an advantage of the Wedge? A. It offers free swimming lessons. B. It features fun activities for children. C. It is popular for family vacations. D. It is a great beach to enjoy surfing. 22. Which is suitable for those who want to taste the local specialties? A. The Wedge. B. Fashion Island. C. Balboa Fun Zone. D. Newport Beach Whale Watching. 23. When can visitors see gray whales and their calves? A. Around April or May. B. All year round. C. In winter and early spring. D. In summer and fall. 12 (2023-2024学年高一下·徐州市·期末统考) A The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics will drive the capital into an Olympic craze. Here’s a comprehensive guide. When is the ceremony? The opening ceremony kicks off at 8.24 pm on July 26 2024, which happens to be 20.24 if you’re using the 24-hour clock. Where is the ceremony held? It will take place outdoors, along the banks of the River Seine and even through its waters.It’s the first time in the history of the Summer Games that an opening ceremony hasn’t been hosted in a stadium, which hugely increases the audience capacity(容量). What activities are planned during the event? Around 10,500 athletes from different national delegations(代表团)will gather on boats.By tradition, the Greeks will lead the way. Besides the national anthems(国歌), official speeches and symbolic releasing of doves, it's often the artistic performances that stand out the most at Olympic opening ceremonies. Who is directing the ceremony? Famous stage director Thomas Jolly has been appointed as the artistic director. The ceremony promises to be an impressive performance, combining theatre, dance, circus and opera. The director has also absorbed stories of people living and working near the river, giving the show a touch of local charm. Are tickets for the ceremony open to the public? They are indeed, as 100,000 tickets were put on sale in May 2023, with prices ranging from €90 to a shocking €2,700. Between 300,000 and 500,000 free tickets will be made available. If you don’t catch the ceremony in person, you can always watch the whole thing on TV. 21. What is a special feature of this opening ceremony? A. To be held along the Seine. B. To include artistic performances. C. To sing national anthems. D. To have the Greeks lead the way. 22. What are the athletes expected to do at the opening ceremony? A. Set free peace doves. B. Deliver official speeches. C. Get together on boats. D. Show local charms of Paris. 23. What is the maximum number of tickets open to the public? A. 100 thousand. B. 400 thousand. C. 600 thousand. D. 800 thousand. 13 (2023-2024学年高一下·淮安市·期末统考) A Artennial celebrates tradition of artistic excellence at UChicago Four innovative UChicago Arts organizations will celebrate their anniversaries(周年纪念日)during Artennial, a celebration of the tradition and future of artistic excellence at the University of Chicago. Contempo Devoted specifically to the performance of new music, Contempo — formerly known as the Contemporary Chamber Players — is one of the most successful new music groups in the nation. Now in its 60th season, Contempo bas earned a reputation for outstanding performances of music by living composers. Court Theatre Starting its 70th season, Court Theatre is devoted to creating innovative productions of classic plays. Through main stage productions, audience enrichment programs and cooperation s with UChicago, it re-examines, re-imagines and renews classic texts that raise questions that show the human experience. The Renaissance Society The Renaissance Society is an independent, non-collecting museum of contemporary(当代的)art located on the campus of UChicago. Founded in 1915 to encourage a greater understanding of culture, it presents exhibitions, public programs and publications that advance the ideas and expressions of our time. The Smart Museum Celebrating its 50th season, the Smart Museum is a perfect museum for encounters with art. As the fine arts museum of UChicago, it is home to thought-provoking(发人深省的)exhibitions and a delicate collection of ancient, modern and contemporary art from across the globe. Joining hands with scholars, it has established itself as a pioneering model of what a 21st-century academic art museum can be. 21. Which arts organization has the longest history? A. Contempo. B. Court Theatre. C. The Renaissance Society. D. The Smart Museum. 22. What can visitors do at the Smart Museum? A. Meet smart artists. B. Attend fine arts lessons. C. Shake hands with scholars. D. Enjoy global art of different eras. 23. Where can the text be found? A. In an art history book. B. In an artist biography. C. In a university newspaper. D. In a university introduction. 14 (2023-2024学年高一下·盐城市·期末统考) A Ways to save money at the cinema There’s nothing quite like seeing a new film on the big screen! Here’s how to make a few savings at the cinema. Get two tickets for the price of one Buy an insurance(保险)policy from Compare the Market and you’ll get free access to Meerkat Movies, which offers two for the price of one on tickets every Tuesday or Wednesday. Fortunately, there’s a chance to get this for around £1. All you need to do is buy a single day UK travel insurance! Get some free tickets The Club Lloyds current account offers six free tickets to use at Odeon or Vue and you’ll get these within a month of opening the account. You’ll need to add £2,000 to the account to cancel out a £3 monthly charge, but that money doesn’t need to be in one go or stay there — you can draw it straight back out. Buy special offer tickets From time to time there are deals running that offer cut price tickets. Sites like Groupon often sell bundles(套票)for the likes of Odeon and Vue that work out around £4 or £5 each. Other deals include National Cinema Day(usually in September)when all tickets are £3. 21. Why are you advised to buy an insurance policy from Compare the Market? A. To see new films for free. B. To travel UK for a single day. C. To access Meerkat Movies regularly. D. To make a few savings at the cinema. 22. What is the advantage of adding £2,000 to the Club Lloyds account? A. You can avoid a £3 monthly charge. B. You can get free tickets every month. C. You can have more free cinema tickets. D. You can get tickets in a convenient way. 23. How much do you pay for buying 3 cut price tickets on National Cinema Day? A. £3. B. £9. C. £12. D. £15. 15 (2023-2024学年高一下·连云港市·期末统考) A New Contest: Dream Robot Design No one is quite sure how the future of robotics and AI will develop. So, now is the time to imagine how our future robots will look and work. In words or pictures, design or describe your dream robot. What does it look like, and what can it do? Does it have anything to say? Send us your paintings, stories, or descriptions. CONTEST RULES 1. Your contest entry(参赛作品)must be your very own original work. Ideas and words should not be copied. 2. Be sure to include your name, age, and full address on your entry. 3. Only one entry per person, please. 4. If you want your work returned, attach a self-addressed, stamped envelope. 5. All entries must be signed by a parent, saying that this is your own work and no help was given and granting permission to publish. 6. Your entry must be received by July 1,2024. 7. Send entries to Muse Contest, 1 East Erie Street, Suite 525, PMB4136,Chicago,IL60611orbyemailtomuse @cricketmedia.com.Ifenteringadigital photo, please send at 300 dpi. Entries will be judged according to originality and creativity by a group of robotics experts and creative artists. Winners will receive prizes, including Muse subscriptions(订阅)and robot-themed gifts. Winners will also be shown in Muse, inspiring others to dream big about the future of robotics. Submit(提交)your dream robot now! 21. What requirement must an entry meet? A. It must be a group work. B. It must be a digital photo. C. It must be sent in August. D. It must be signed by a parent. 22. What might the winners get? A. A chance to appear in Muse. B. Paintings from the artists. C. A chance to travel in Chicago. D. Instruction from robotics experts. 23. Who might this text be intended for? A. Interested editors. B. Creative students. C. Professional engineers. D. Experienced judges. (重在考查推理判断、主旨大意，兼顾考查细节理解和词义猜测) 01 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市江宁区·期末统考) B When a woman was talkative while checking out at a Dollar General, her cashier, Emily Dunean didn’t think much of it. But she stayed attentive as the 85-year-old told her about herself. A man behind her in line noticed what was happening, too. Gerald Swindle was in a hurry to go hunting that day and was a bit annoyed with how long their conversation was going. But as Gerald waited for his turn, his attitude began to change. Not only did he conclude that hunting wasn’t more important than their conversation, but found himself captivated by what the elderly woman said once he stopped to listen. “You were patient with this lady,” Gerald later said in a video recalling what had happened. “You did nothing but followed her conversation, listening to every word she said, and never rushing her.” He added, “You showed me what people ought to be. Sometimes it might be the only person they talk to this week. You inspired me and sometimes I need that, so I appreciate it.” Since posting the video online, it’s become popular with nearly 2 million views! “I never expected this to come about because it was just a regular day for me. I was just doing my job,” Emily said. As the comment section quickly filled with others sharing how inspired they felt by Emily’s kindness, higher-ups at Dollar General heard of the story. One day, members from the company’s leadership team showed up to her store and presented her with flower, and a $1,000 donation to a local elementary school. Best of all, that elderly woman has since come back to the store several times, and the two of them are becoming quite close. “What I’ve learned is so amazing—you can have an effect on people just by being yourself, working at the Dollar General,” she said. 24. How did Gerald act at the talk between Emily and the customer at first? A. He listened with full attention. B. He focused on his own hunting. C. He felt lucky to be not talkative. D. He felt disturbed at the long talk. 25. What does the underlined word “captivated” mean in Paragraph 2? A. Stuck. B. Angered. C. Inspired. D. Attracted. 26. What was the post about? A. What patience Emily showed to the customer. B. Why Dollar General became popular online. C. How Gerald dealt with the customer attentively. D. How Emily was praised by her company leader. 27. What did Emily learn from the story? A. Caring for the old can bring benefit to us. B. Listening to people is a skill to be mastered. C. It’s sometimes easy to influence other people. D. Being a cashier is a good way for connection. 02 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市六校联合体·期末联考) B When Param Jaggi was five years old, he had a passion to take things apart to see what was inside. He started with toys and even broke a computer, which made his parents not too pleased. As he got older, he shifted from breaking things to building things, which greatly comforted his parents. In middle school. he started working on projects in his kitchen laboratory, and his first project was making biofuels. Although Jaggi’s parents initially thought his experiments were just. a boyhood fancy, he remained determined to make a difference to the environment. Eventually, his parents came around and started supporting his dreams. Jaggi’s interest continued as he grew up, but he focused more on solving real problems, especially those related to the environment. At 17, Jaggi went beyond his school projects and. co-founded Ecoviate, a company that uses technology to solve everyday energy and environmental problems. He planned to transform people’s idea that going green is expensive, by making available a series of affordable products that are easy to use. Through Ecoviate, he designed products that could contribute to a greener future. One of his notable inventions was the “CO2ube”, a device that could be attached to vehicle tailpipes to reduce carbon emissions, and it’s available to many people at low prices. He also created a smartwatch that changed body heat into energy, which can be used to power up the watch as well as mobile phones. Young Jaggi, now a third-grade college student studying engineering and economics, has become a famous eco-innovator and his company is developing promisingly. However, Jaggi’s vision to save the environment goes beyond creating products. He plans to launch an online platform through Ecoviate, which will encourage young students interested in science and technology to get actively involved in innovation and invention. Students can submit a science project online, and talk about the help that they need to make the project a reality. 24. What can we learn about Jaggi? A. He was curious by nature. B. He dreamed to be an engineer. C. He always annoyed his parents. D. He was addicted to playing toys. 25. Which of the following can best replace the underlined part “came around” in Paragraph 2? A. Won out. B. Changed their minds. C. Walked around. D. Paid a visit. 26. What drove Jaggi to develop affordable and user-friendly products? A. His love for greener devices. B. His pursuit of academic career. C. His desire to make a difference. D. His hope to boost green industry. 27. Why does Jaggie plan to launch an online platform? A. To promote smart products. B. To empower young inventors. C. To provide eco-themed courses. D. To offer environmentalists funds. 03 (2023-2024学年高一下·苏州市·期末统考) B Donating blood gives a ray of hope to someone in need. That’s why Josephine Michaluk, an 81-year-old woman from Canada, is devoted to helping others in this way. In fact, she is the record holder for the most units of blood donated in a lifetime. Michaluk’s kindness all began in 1965 at the age of 22 when she attended a blood donation event with her sister. Since then, she has been devoted to donating blood for as long as her body allows her to. Last year, at the age of 80, she officially earned the Guinness World Records title for the most whole blood donated by a female. She had donated 203 pints(品脱)of blood at that point. Thus far, she has reached a total of 209 blood donations, and she isn’t done yet. The inspiring woman continues to maintain over four donations annually. Her O+ blood type is highly desired in medical settings, as it is a more universal match than any other positive blood types. The Red Cross Donation states that O+ makes up 38% of the population in the United States. This generous woman’s contributions continue to help reinforce the supply of blood that can be life-saving. The kindhearted Canadian mentions the physical examination that is completed before any donation. This may include checking blood pressure, hemoglobin(血红蛋白)levels, and pulse rate of the potential donor. Even after donating a pint of blood, Michaluk mentions that she feels refreshed. Each donation of a pint from start to finish takes about 75 minutes. Throughout her lifetime, Michaluk has spent roughly 15, 675 minutes donating blood. She intends to go ahead to help others as long as she can. Photographed with a shirt that reads, “Are you the type to save a life?” she challenges others to step outside of their comfort zone to help people around the world. 24. What can we learn about Michaluk from the first two paragraphs? A. She donates blood for material rewards. B. She is eager to become a record holder. C. She was encouraged by her sister to donate blood. D. She will continue to donate blood if physically fit. 25. What does the underlined word “reinforce” probably mean in paragraph 3? A. Balance. B. Influence. C. Strengthen. D. Ensure. 26. What is a possible reason for mentioning how Michaluk feels in paragraph 4? A. To draw attention to the health of the elderly. B. To explain the process of physical examination. C. To prove blood donation suits people of all ages. D. To serve as an inspiration to others to donate blood. 27. What does the author think of Josephine Michaluk? A. Generous. B. Humorous. C. Talented. D. Independent. 04 (2023-2024学年高一下·无锡市·期末统考) B Back in the summer of 2017, I was busy studying in Beijing when I suddenly got homesick for some Western food. So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it —whole chicken! In my head, I imagined a juicy, tender(嫩的)whole bird with perfectly crispy(酥脆的)browned skin with a side of mashed potatoes(土豆泥): just the way it is always prepared in America, right? For some reason, I never stopped to think that the Chinese definition of a “whole chicken” might be different from my assumptions. I waved a waiter over and hurriedly pointed to the line on the menu to show my food request. Finally, I would be able to satisfy my eagerness! Yet, when the bird finally landed on my plate, my wide grin(咧嘴笑)turned to one of shock. Rather than a golden crispy brown, the skin was instead bright yellow. But the most obvious was something that I would rather not have seen at all: the head! In all my years of eating chicken, I had never seen the head still attached to the rest of the body. Yet here it was, staring back at me. In America, although people understand where meat comes from, the way food is presented means they aren’t reminded of the living animal it once was. When staring face-to-face with the dead bird on my plate, that fact was made much more apparent. Still, I carried on, trying to ignore the head while I dug into the chicken breast(胸脯肉). But, even here, I found organs(器官)like the heart and lungs that had not been totally removed. Finally, I gave up and just focused on the rice instead. Afterward, I came to understand chicken is almost always served with the head in Chinese dishes. Although my tolerance for food has expanded since then, I will never forget the first time I ordered a whole chicken and got more than what I had expected. 24. Why did the author go to eat a whole chicken? A. He missed the food of his home country. B. He wanted to try Chinese-style chicken. C. He came across a unique restaurant. D. He liked its picture on the menu. 25. What shocked the author most? A. The chicken’s size. B. The chicken’s dark color. C. The chicken not being crispy. D. The chicken served with its head. 26. Why did the author give up eating the chicken finally? A. He disliked its taste. B. He preferred the rice. C. He found organs inside. D. He missed American food. 27. What does the author think of Chinese food in the end? A. Acceptable. B. Scary. C. Tasty. D. Comfortable. 28. What does the passage mainly talk about? A. Eating habits in China. B. Cooking style of Chinese chicken. C. My homesickness in China. D. My first taste of a chicken in China. 05 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市·期末统考) B In late spring and early summer each year, tens of millions of butterflies come out of their chrysalises(蚕蛹)in the butterfly valley in southwest China’s Yunnan province. For butterfly expert Yang Zhenwen, it is the busiest time of the year, but he greets it with great enthusiasm. Before the break of dawn, Yang has already arrived at the observation point, busily tending to the needs of the awakening butterflies. “Due to warmer temperatures, the ‘butterfly explosion’ this year occurred slightly earlier than usual, and the size of the butterflies is larger than that in previous years,” said 46-year-old Yang, curator(馆长)of the butterfly valley museum. “We expect that there will be about 80 million to 100 million butterflies in the valley during this year’s ‘butterfly explosion’. That seems so crazy,” said Yang. According to Yang, in the valley, more than 320 butterfly species have been identified in specimens or photographs, including the rarest, most primitive, largest and smallest butterflies in China. Besides Yang, many local villages have also assumed the role of butterfly guardians. However, the journey toward achieving human-butterfly harmony was far from easy. Some two decades ago, the villagers had little awareness of butterfly protection, believing wrongly that butterflies could endanger their food crops. They viewed them as pests that should be removed. In 1998, Yang began his journey at the agricultural science station in Ma’an’di Township, the very place where the butterfly valley lies. “It was there that I got into a frequent dilemma— the local villagers, seeking to protect their crops, would often turn to pesticides to kill the butterflies,” he said. “However, my sincere love for these creatures forced me to prevent them from harming the delicate insects.” Now, the development of ecotourism relying on butterfly resources has successfully changed the once extremely poor township. More villagers have started reproducing butterflies. He describes the butterfly valley as a “dream-making machine”, which extends the “butterfly dream” of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. 24. What made Yang’s aim to reach human-butterfly harmony hard in the beginning? A. Warm temperatures in local villages. B. The number and size of the butterflies. C. Improper location of the butterfly valley. D. Lack of awareness of butterfly protection. 25. What does the underlined word “dilemma” in paragraph 4 mean? A. A choice difficult to make. B. A fact easy to understand. C. A duty hard to carry out. D. A situation smooth to deal with. 26. Which of the following best describe Yang Zhenwen? A. Honest and professional. B. Humorous and creative. C. Hard-working and strong-willed. D. Generous and easy-going. 27. Which can be a suitable title for the passage? A. Changing the Poor State of a Town B. Volunteering as a Butterfly Guardian C. Helping Butterflies Spread Their Wings D. Developing a Relationship with the Locals 06 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市溧阳市·期末统考) B Li Dan works as a teacher at East China Jiaotong University in Jiangxi Province. During her spare time, she recreates ancient Chinese delicacies that have been all but lost to history. Li began working on the project in August 2020, and so far the many traditional dishes she has created include more than 60 from Dream of the Red Mansions, one of China’s four greatest classic novels. To recreate the dishes, she has had to refer to books on traditional recipes, agriculture and even traditional Chinese medicine to learn and adopt traditional techniques. “I’ve liked the novel since I was a kid because I was always impressed by the food described in it. Its illustration of the dishes vividly shows the elegance of life in that era, so I have been trying to revive them,” said Li. “I make these delicacies in the hope that more people will read the novel.” Li says that one of the biggest challenges is recreating dishes that require highly seasonal ingredients. If all of her trial dishes fail during the short season, she needs to wait one year to try again. The most difficult dishes she has ever attempted are chicken skin soup with pickled bamboo shoots, and dried eggplant. It took her more than two weeks to finish each of the dishes. “Clothing and buildings can all be well looked after, whereas food can seldom be conserved in museums. For food, modern people have only ancient accounts to refer to,” she said. Food is one of many highlights in traditional Chinese culture. As Chinese culture is increasingly accepted by the younger generations, many online influencers like Li also have posted videos of themselves recreating ancient Chinese food. Professional chefs have also been bringing cuisines recorded in ancient books back to life, carrying forward traditional techniques. Through their efforts, the culture and folk customs behind the plate are also being brought back. 24. Why did Li recreate the dishes from Dream of the Red Mansions? A. To gain more followers online. B. To attract more people to the book. C. To carry forward traditional techniques. D. To make the dish-making process simple. 25. What brings Li challenges when she recreates traditional dishes? A. Her lack of experience in cooking. B. Her busy teaching job at university. C. The high costs of some ingredients. D. The short supply time of some ingredients. 26. What do we know about the dishes recreated by Li? A. They can be kept in museums. B. There are videos about them online. C. Professional chefs speak highly of them. D. They are from China’s four classic novels. 27. What is the best title for the text? A. New life of traditional Chinese dishes B. A hobby turned into a second career C. Media influence on traditional Chinese culture D. Traditional Chinese food shines on the world stage 07 (2023-2024学年高一下·南通市·期末统考) B On August 21, 1911, a plumber(水管工)in the Louvre Museum in Paris noticed a man standing in front of a door, unable to open it because of the missing doorknob(门把). The plumber used his key to open the door for the man, who was dressed in a white uniform of the Louvre’s maintenance staff(维护人员). In fact, the unknown man had something very valuable hidden underneath his uniform: Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. The security was unbelievably terrible, especially on a painting with the then-insignificant reputation of the Mona Lisa. No one was even aware of the theft(偷窃)until the next day when a painter named Louis Beroud came to copy the painting. An alarm was raised, and police later found the glass box in a service stairway. Days passed, but no evidence was found. Great anger quickly grew and spread among the public and press. But no one could even figure out a motive for the theft. “Why the theft happened is a mystery to me, as I consider the picture valueless in the hands of a private individual,” said the assistant curator(馆长), Monsieur Benedite. Two years of silence followed, and the theft was almost forgotten. Then a man calling himself “Leonardo” contacted Alfredo Geri, an art dealer in Florence, Italy, saying he had the Mona Lisa and meant to return the painting to da Vinci’s homeland. Geri managed to talk“Leonardo”into bringing the painting to Florence, promising him 500, 000 lire for his effort. The police were brought in and“Leonardo”was found to be Vincenzo Peruggia, a house painter, with a little secret ambition in life. After a lengthy trial, Peruggia, for some reason, was only sentenced to one year and 15 days in jail, later reduced to seven months and nine days. Despite different versions of the story in some details, the punishment proved to be a small price to pay for the greatest art theft of the 20th century. 24. Why did the plumber help the thief open the door? A. He just played his part in their plan. B. He cared little about the painting at all. C. He took the man for a common worker. D. He worried about being killed by the thief. 25. What contributed most to the success of the theft? A. The safety measures weren’t strict. B. The police didn’t try their best at all. C. The picture enjoyed significant fame. D. The assistant curator was irresponsible. 26. What is Paragraph 4 mainly about? A. A further description of the Mona Lisa. B. A reasonable doubt about the theft. C. The process of the thief’s being caught. D. The importance of bringing in the police. 27. What can we learn from the passage? A. Peruggia was slightly punished for the theft. B. People then showed little interest in the theft. C. The theft added to the value of the Mona Lisa. D. The thief paid little money for the Mona Lisa. 08 (2023-2024学年高一下·宿迁市泗阳县·期末统考) B Mike Goldberg spent his early career working in financial services, putting in long hours for 12 years. He said, “I was just chasing money. It just wasn’t true to my core.” In 1996, Goldberg left his job and his home in Los Angeles to follow his passion for underwater diving. As a keen diver, Goldberg developed a strong appreciation for the coral reefs and their significant role in the marine ecosystem. They not only support all kinds of species, but they protect coastal areas, and millions of people depend on them for food and jobs. Over the last two decades, he has seen coral reefs in the Florida Keys go from colorful and full of life to endangered today. Now, many of the reefs in the area cannot recover naturally on their own and require human intervention to survive. Goldberg knew he needed to do something to help and wanted to find a way to get others involved. “I know more about the history of and what’s happening now to the reefs than most people,” he said, “I'm not a scientist, but that puts me in a unique position to communicate in layman’s terms about what's going on.” He realized that recreational divers could be a great workforce to help turn around the damage and restore the reefs. Around the same time, he met Dr. Kylie Smith. They spent hours at Goldberg’s dive shop discussing the health of the reefs. In 2019, they teamed up to co-found LCARE, with the goal of empowering divers to help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations. LCARE organizes special coral restoration dives for local and out-of-town participants. They spend the day learning about the importance of coral reefs and how to help rebuild them, and then they go on dives to transplant coral grown in a local nursery. So far, the organization has transplanted more than 10, 000 corals and educated more than 2, 000 people. The LCARE team monitors and maintains all of the transplanted corals, making sure they’re thriving. 24. Why did Goldberg leave his job and home in Los Angeles? A. To pursue his passion. B. To protect coral reefs. C. To learn the role of corals. D. To start a new career. 25. What can we learn from Goldberg’s words in paragraph 3? A. Most people are ignorant of coral reefs. B. He had an advantage in getting others involved. C. Scientists can communicate using scientific terms. D. He succeeded in helping many reefs recover naturally. 26. What do we know about LCARE? A. Its members are mainly local divers. B. It was founded by Dr. Kylie Smith. C. It is to ensure the survival of sealife. D. It has helped restore the coral reefs. 27. Which of the following best describes Goldberg? A. Kindhearted and humorous. B. Creative and honest. C. Determined and responsible. D. Brave and generous. 09 (2023-2024学年高一下·徐州市·期末统考) B Sia Godika was 13 when she noticed the barefoot children of construction workers at a building site near her house in Bangalore, India. “Their feet were bare, dirty, cracked and bleeding,” reflects Sia, “They were just walking around that building site like it was an everyday practice for them.” And it was in that moment that Sia realized how lucky she herself was. She went back home and opened her closet doors, seeing shoes piled up high. She headed to her mother’s closet next, literally dusting off spiderwebs from some shoes. Then she rushed to give them all away to the barefoot children. Later that year, with the help of her parents, Sia founded Sole Warriors, a charity organization devoted to providing footwear for those in need, as is clearly shown by its motto: “Donate a sole(鞋底), save a soul.” Telephone calls from people who wanted to help came flooding in. For months, Sia stayed up till 2 a. m, contacting people and dealing with related affairs. Now in its fifth year, the organization collects used footwear, repairs it and donates the finished products to people in need. In its first campaign, Sole Warriors gave out 700 pairs of shoes. Today that number stands at around 28, 000, thanks to the hard work of a team of about 80 volunteers. But the oragnisation’s growth wasn’t without its challenges. When Sia was trying to find a company which was willing to repair and clean up the worn-out shoes free of charge, she faced one difficulty after another before finding a partner in India’s Pressto Cobbler. “Being a 13-year-old, I did face a lot of bias(偏见)because at my age, people were less willing to hear me out,” says Sia. In recognition of her impact, in 2021 Sia was given the Diana Award, one of the greatest honours a young person can receive for social work. But her work isn’t done.  “Our goal has always been to touch a million feet,” she  says. 24. What does the underlined part indicate? A. Sia’s parents cared for others very much. B. Actually spiderwebs covered some shoes. C. Her mother’s closet was covered with dust. D. The shoes hadn’t been worn for a long time. 25. Why did Sia set up Sole Warriors? A. To provide free shoes for those in need. B. To improve her problem-solving ability. C. To encourage people to buy only what they need. D. To win the Diana Award for social contributions. 26. What challenge did Sia face in running the organization? A. Few people would donate shoes. B. The running costs were too high. C. Communicating ability prevented her. D. She had difficulty finding a cooperator. 27. Which can serve as the best title for the text? A. Clothes do not make the man. B. Walk in someone else’s shoes. C. Learn to walk before you run. D. Life without difficulties is too dull. 10 (2023-2024学年高一下·淮安市·期末统考) B A woman, who was given a virtual reality headset(虚拟现实耳机)experience for her 103rd birthday, chose a walk along a local cliff(悬崖)path — just near her care home. Joyce Penfold put on the headset and treadmill(踏车)combination which can transport people around the world or universe. She was given the opportunity with help from the University of Plymouth’s ‘Generating Older Active Lives Digitally’ program. Joyce was previously given the chance to try the ROVR, choosing to take a virtual trip to the seaside in Godrevy, Hayle. There she saw a lighthouse in the sea. She liked the technology so much the GOALD team gave her another go at her 103rd birthday party at Tresillian House. That time she chose Maker Heights, just 63 miles from her Falmouth retirement home. “Usually the only time I go out is when my daughter takes me out, and the furthest we go is just a few miles, for a coffee perhaps and a good old chat,” said Joyce. The team at the University of Plymouth is attempting to study how technology impacts on the health and well-being of older people. The headset works with an omni-directional(全方向的)treadmill, which allows the user to move in any direction — this gives users the chance to move around freely in a virtual environment as if they were actually there. “I wasn’t totally surprised because she does accept everything that’s new. I think she was over 70 when she took her first aeroplane flight, so nothing puts her off,” said Joyce’s daughter, Maria Blagden. “We’re really interested in the use of technology to support physical activity for older adults, and for us this technology has a lot of potential in that regard. As people walk on the treadmill, they get to explore the virtual worlds, and having a range of places to be explored creates a motivation(动力)to be active,” said Dr. Hannah Bradwell, Digital Health Research Fellow for UoP’s GOALD project. 24. What was Joyce’s 103rd birthday gift? A. A virtual reality headset. B. A virtual trip to Maker Heights. C. A journey to Godrevy, Hayle. D. A tour to her care home on a treadmill. 25. What does the team at the University of Plymouth want to learn about? A. The physical conditions of the older people. B. The new function of a virtual reality headset. C. The ways of moving a treadmill in any direction. D. The effect of technology on the fitness of the aged. 26. What is Bradwell’s attitude towards the use of technology? A. Favorable. B. Unclear. C. Indifferent. D. Doubtful. 27. What do we know about Joyce Penfold? A. She was lonely and went mad with boredom. B. She was energetic and had a liking for field trips. C. She was curious and had a sense of adventure. D. She was considerate and showed a spirit of youth. 11 (2023-2024学年高一下·盐城市·期末统考) B A few years ago I took my sons for ice cream, and while my older son went inside to buy us our milk shakes, my younger son and I waited on the bench(长椅)outside. At a certain point I realized that sitting right next to me were a little girl with a facial deformity(畸形), her friend(or sister), and her mother. When my younger son looked up and saw her, he reacted exactly the way you might think a three-year old would react when seeing something that scared him: he started to cry—pretty loudly, too. I hurriedly tried to push him away in the stroller(婴儿推车), not for the benefit of him but to avoid hurting the girl’s feelings, and in my haste I caused my older son to knock over the shakes, and, well, it was a scene quite different from what I had hoped for. But as I pushed my younger son’s stroller away I heard the little girl’s mom say, in as sweet and calm a voice as you can imagine, “Okay, guys, I think it’s time to go.” And that just set me thinking. For the rest of the day, I couldn’t stop thinking about how that scene had played out. It occurred to me that they probably went through something like that hundreds of times a day. What would that be like? What could I be teaching my children so they could understand how to respond better next time? What I should have done, instead of trying to avoid the situation, was involve the girl and her mother in conversation. If my son cried, so be it: kids cry. I should have set a better example for him, and shown him there was nothing to fear. As I was thinking about the scene, the song Wonder by Natalie Merchant came on the radio that night, and something about the words to the song just got to me. That very night, I started writing Wonder, a story about a boy with a facial difference. 24. What made the younger son cry? A. That his mother pushed him away. B. That his brother upset the milk shakes. C. That he was unwilling to react to the girl. D. That he was scared by the girl’s appearance. 25. The underlined word “haste” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________. A. hurry B. doubt C. sorrow D. turn 26. Why did the author keep thinking about the scene? A. She regretted not behaving properly. B. She regretted not comforting her son. C. She wanted to write a novel based on it. D. She wanted to clear up the misunderstanding. 27. What does the author want to express through the story? A. Don’t judge a book by its cover. B. One good turn deserves another. C. A kind gesture can reach a wound. D. Think twice before making a final decision. 12 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市金陵中学·期末校考) B At my first lesson in Chinese calligraphy, my teacher told me plainly: “Now I will teach you how to write your name. And to make it beautiful.” I felt my breath catch. I was curious. Growing up in Singapore, I had an unusual relationship with my Chinese name. My parents are ethnically Chinese, so they asked fortune tellers to decide my name, aiming for maximum luck. As a result, I ended up with a nonsense and embarrassing name: Chen Yiwen, meaning, roughly, “old”, “barley(薏米)” and “warm”. When I arrived in America for college at 18, I put on an American accent and abandoned my Chinese name. When I moved to Hong Kong in 2021, after 14 years in the States, I decided to learn calligraphy. Why not get back in touch with my heritage? I thought. In calligraphy, the idea is to copy the old masters’ techniques, thereby refining your own. Every week, though, my teacher would give uncomfortably on-the-nose assessments of my person. “You need to be braver,” he once observed. “Have confidence. Try to produce a bold stroke(笔画).” For years, I had prided myself on presenting an image of confidence, but my writing betrayed me. I was trying to make sense of this practice. You must visualize the word as it is to be written and leave a trace of yourself in it. As a bodily practice, calligraphy could go beyond its own cultural restrictions. Could it help me go beyond mine? My teacher once said to me, “When you look at the word, you see the body. Though a word on the page is two-dimensional, it contains multitudes, conveying the force you’ve applied, the energy of your grip, the arch of your spine.” I had been learning calligraphy to get in touch with my cultural roots, but what I was really seeking was a return to myself. Now I have sensed that the pleasure out of calligraphy allows me to know myself more fully. During a recent lesson, my teacher pointed at the word I had just finished, telling me: “This word is much better. I can see the choices you made, your calculations, your flow. Trust yourself. This word is yours.” He might as well have said, “This word is you.” 24. What did the author initially think of her name “Chen Yiwen”? A. It was lucky so she gladly accepted it. B. She felt proud of its symbolic meaning. C. She understood the intention but still disliked it. D. Its strange pronunciation made her embarrassed. 25. The author decided to learn calligraphy to ________. A. pick up a new hobby B. reconnect with her origin C. gain insights into a new culture D. fit in with local community 26. From the teacher’s words, the author learns that calligraphy ________. A. reflects the creator’s spirits B. comes from creative energy C. highlights the design of strokes D. depends on continuous practice 27. What does the author intend to tell us? A. Appreciate what our culture offers. B. Find beauty from your inner self. C. A great teacher leads you to truth. D. We are the sum of what we create. 13 (2023-2024学年高一下·无锡市一中·期末校考) B An 89-year-old man, Manfred Steiner, has reached a goal he spent 20 years working toward and nearly a lifetime thinking about: earning his Ph. D. And now he is a physicist Steiner values this degree because it is what he always wanted and because he overcame health problems that could have affected his studies. “But I made it, and this was the most satisfactory point in my life, to finish it,” he said. When he was young, Steiner wanted to become a physicist after reading about Albert Einstein. But his mother and uncle persuaded him that studying medicine would be a better choice. He earned his medical degree in 1955 and moved to the US soon after. Steiner studied hematology(血液学)at Tufts University and biochemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He became a full professor and led the hematology department at Browns’ medical school from 1985 to 1994. Steiner helped establish a research program in hematology at the University of North Carolina. He directed that program until he retired from medicine in 2000. Steiner found medical research pleasing, but it was not quite the same as his interest in physics. “It was something like a wish that was never fulfilled, that always stuck in the back of my head,” he said. At age 70, he started taking undergraduate classes. Physics professor Brad Marston was surprised when Steiner entered his quantum mechanics class. But he became Steiner’s adviser for his dissertation(学位论文)after realizing how serious Steiner was about the subject and how hard he worked. “He has written many papers in medical science, more papers than I’ve written in physics,” Marston said. “One thing that’s really true about Manfred is that he perseveres.” After the university published a story about Steiner on its website, people across the US contacted him to ask for advice on how to go after their dreams later in life. His advice is: Do what you love to do. 24. Why did Steiner value his degree in physics? A. Because it solved his health problems. B. Because it was his long-pursued dream. C. Because it met his mother’s expectation. D. Because it was inspired by Albert Einstein. 25. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Steiner’s contributions to teaching. B. Steiner’s researches after retirement. C. Steiner’s achievements in hematology. D. Steiner’s performances at Tufts University. 26. What impressed Professor Marston most about Steiner? A. His taking undergraduate classes at 70. B. His writing more papers in physics. C. His sticking to becoming a physicist. D. His being a role model for Americans. 27. Which of the following can best describe Steiner? A. Active and open-minded. B. Enthusiastic and easy-going. C. Intelligent and warm-hearted. D. Perseverant and hard-working. 14 (2023-2024学年高一下·盐城市一中·期末校考) B Officials from Brazil’s Indigenous(原住民)protection agency approached the hut in the middle of the Amazon rainforest. They were witnessing the first recorded dying out of an uncontacted tribe in the country’s history. The man lying there, the last member of his tribe, had died and with him an entire culture and answers to a thousand questions. Even his name was a mystery. He was known only as “the Man of the Hole” because of the dozens of holes he had dug over the years in his territory. His age, too, could only be guessed at. He appeared to be about 60, officials said. It was a sad milestone for a country that in recent years has seen protections for Indigenous groups undermined by an administration that has prioritized(优先)development of the Amazon over conservation. In Rondonia, the only resident of the 8,000-hectare area lived in complete isolation for at least 26 years after the rest of his group was killed by ranchers(农场主)advancing the agricultural frontier. Brazil’s Indigenous protection agency, Funai, made direct contact with the last surviving man only in 1996. Marcelo dos Santos, an Indigenous expert, said he was found hiding in his hut. “We tried to establish a conversation and offered corn and arrows, but he was terrified and very aggressive(具有攻击性). From this moment on, we had to respect his isolation.” Even with protections in place, the territory suffered widespread deforestation up until about 13 years ago. Attacks on the last surviving man continued, as well, including one by armed gunmen in 2009, according to local news reports. “For me, he was somehow incredible: to be able to survive on his own, not speak to anybody and avoid all contact maybe out of grief or determination,” said Fionad Watson, a research director at Survival International, a London-based rights organization. 24. What did the death of “the Man of the Hole” suggest? A. An uncontacted tribe went extinct. B. An entire culture would be recorded. C. The secrets around him would be unearthed. D. The protection agency was unwilling to rescue him. 25. The underlined word “undermined” in para. 4 is closest in meaning to “________”. A. strengthened B. monitored C. sought D. weakened 26. What happened to “the Man of the Hole” in 1996? A. He made the protection agency’s approach a failure. B. He witnessed the most severe deforestation in history. C. He escaped being shot by a group of aggressive gunmen. D. He learned more survival skills with arrows offered by Funai. 27. What did Fiona Watson regard “the Man of the Hole” as? A. A mystery B. An evolution C. A wonder D. A fortune 15 (2023-2024学年高一下·盐城市亭湖高级中学·期末校考) B A man sat at a metro station in Washington D. C. and started to play the violin; it was a cold January morning. He played six pieces for about 45 minutes. During that time, since it was rush hour, 1,100 people went through the station, most of them on their way to work. Three minutes went by, and a middle-aged man noticed there was musician playing. A few minutes later, someone leaned against the wall to listen to him. They stopped for a few seconds, and then hurried up to meet their schedule. The one who paid the most attention was a 3-year-old boy. His mother followed him along, hurried, but the kid stopped to look at the violinist. Finally, the mother pushed hard, and the child continued to walk, turning his head all the time. This was repeated by several other children. All the parents, without exception, forced them to move on. In the 45 minutes the musician played, only 6 people stopped and stayed for a while. About 20 gave him money, but continued to walk their normal pace. He collected $32. When he finished playing and silence took over, no one noticed it. No one applauded(鼓掌), nor was there any recognition. No one knew this, but the violinist was Joshua Bell, one of the most talented musicians in the world. He had just played one of the most beautiful pieces ever written, on a violin worth 3.5 million dollars. Two days before his playing in the subway, Joshua Bell sold out at a theatre in Boston where the seats averaged $100. This is a real story. Joshua Bell’s playing in the metro station was organized by the Washington Post as part of a social experiment. One of the possible conclusions from this experience could be: If we do not have a moment to stop and listen to one of the best musicians in the world playing the best music ever written, how many other things are we missing? 24. Why did few people stop to listen to Joshua Bell playing? A. People were in a hurry. B. They were not interested in music. C. It was too cold in the subway. D. The performance was not good enough. 25. What did the parents do when children stopped to look at the violinist? A. They would applaud for the performance. B. They would urge them to continue walking. C. They would stop to enjoy the music. D. They would give him some money. 26. Why did Joshua Bell play in the metro station? A. To make more money. B. To practise his skills in playing music. C. To made an advertisement for his concert. D. To find out people’s reaction under such a circumstance. 27. What is the purpose of the passage? A. To tell us the importance of music. B. To show us how to play music. C. To set us to think about our life. D. To report a subway performance. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 专题01 阅读理解(应用文&记叙文)(江苏专用) 说明：语篇标号(ABCD篇)和题目序号(21-35)仿新高考，旨在方便用户组卷。 (接下来的各专题题目序号同样仿新高考，不再加以说明)。 (重在考查细节理解) 01 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市江宁区·期末统考) A There are four healthy and tasty recipes(食谱)that you can easily prepare at home. Lemon pudding If you want to start your day with a bright smile, this creamy, sweet and spicy recipe will surely work for you. It perfectly combines the great taste of lemon and honey. With the ease of preparation of the food, great taste and many health benefits, this is a great dessert added to your breakfast menu. Curried(咖喱)chicken soup For this recipe, your chicken will be cooked in sweet-smelling soup with butter and sweet potatoes. To make the soup, you will need curry powder, tomatoes, chicken, red wine, butter, and milk. Let yourself enjoy this grateful meal as a reward for the long hours of tiring work. Orange carrot smoothie(奶昔) Prepare yourself a healthy drink to start your day. Orange carrot smoothie is an easy-to-prepare recipe that will give you a creamy and cold smoothie that will leave a wonderful taste, which will make you ask for more. With the great orange taste, your day is sure to be made. The carrot flavor also perfectly adds the mix of vegetable sweetness for a one-of-a-kind and tasty breakfast drink. Boiled egg toast with butter If you love simple flavor-packed and healthy meals, this toast is just the one. Make your egg toast to the next level through adding butter. This recipe will combine a great flavor combination that will surely satisfy you. With eating some for your breakfast, lunch or even for your dinner, eating has never been as well as it is with this toast. 21. What do we know about lemon pudding? A. It makes you smile the whole day. B. It has the taste of lemon and honey. C. It is hard to prepare at home. D. It is a great addition to your supper menu. 22. Of the following recipes, which is the best choice after tiring work? A. Lemon pudding. B. Orange carrot smoothie. C. Curried chicken soup. D. Boiled egg toast with butter. 23. What is special about boiled egg toast with butter? A. It includes some butter. B. It is simple and healthy. C. It benefits our health. D. It is suitable for 3 meals a day. 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四种健康美味的食谱。 21. 细节理解题。根据Lemon pudding部分“It perfectly combines the great taste of lemon and honey.(它完美地结合了柠檬和蜂蜜的味道)”可知，柠檬布丁结合了柠檬和蜂蜜的味道，故选B项。 22. 细节理解题。根据Curried(咖喱)chicken soup部分“Let yourself enjoy this grateful meal as a reward for the long hours of tiring work.(好好享受这顿大餐吧，作为对长时间辛苦工作的奖励)”可知，咖喱鸡丁汤是劳累工作后的最佳选择，故选C项。 23. 细节理解题。根据Boiled egg toast with butter部分“With eating some for your breakfast, lunch or even for your dinner, eating has never been as well as it is with this toast.(早餐、午餐甚至晚餐都吃黄油鸡蛋吐司，用餐从来没有像这样让人惬意过)”可知，黄油鸡蛋吐司的特别之处是一日三餐皆可食用，故选D项。 02 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市六校联合体·期末联考) A Notice on the orderly opening of the National Museum of China The National Museum of China(NMC)has limited the daily visitor arrivals with a new timetable and adopted an online booking system. We hereby inform you of the following regulations: *The NMC is open from 9:00 to 17:00(last admission at 16:00)and closes on Monday. *Visitors must make appointments 1-7 days in advance. Group reservations and on-site reservations are not accepted. *Visitors can make online appointments through our official website or official social media platform account. *On the day of the visit, please enter the museum with Chinese ID cards. For other documents holders, please bring the copies of the original documents used at the time of reservation. *Visitors must enter the museum during their reserved time period to avoid crowding. If visitors miss their reserved time period, they will be refused. If visitors cannot make it on time, please apply for a cancellation in the reservation system before 15:00 on the day of the visit. Reservations cannot be cancelled after the reserved date, and the system will automatically record one’s account as “absent”. For anyone whose account contains three times of absence, the visitor will not be able to make new reservations within 90 days. *Staff-guided tours are cancelled temporarily. Visitors must be in an orderly manner throughout the visit. The NMC will take measures to ensure orderly and safe visits. Thanks for your support and cooperation. National Museum of China 21. When can visitors enter the NMC? A. At 11:00, Monday. B. At 10:30, Sunday. C. At 17:00, Thursday. D. At 16:30, Friday. 22. What do we know about the NMC reservation? A. It should be made on site. B. It can be made in groups. C. It must be made a week ahead. D. It can be made through official website. 23. What if a visitor misses the reserved time period? A. He should reserve in three months. B. He must reserve again before 15:00. C. He will be refused to enter the museum. D. His account can be recorded as “absent”. 【答案】21. B 22. D 23. C 【语篇导读】这是一篇应用文。文章是一则关于中国国家博物馆有序开馆的通知。 21. 细节理解题。根据第二段“The NMC is open from 9:00 to 17:00(last admission at 16:00)and closes on Monday.(NMC的开放时间为9:00至17:00(16:00截止入场)，周一闭馆)”可知，游客在星期天十点半可以进入NMC，故选B。 22. 细节理解题。根据第四段“Visitors can make online appointments through our official website or official social media platform account.(参观者可以通过我们的官方网站或官方社交媒体平台账号进行在线预约)”可知，参观者可以通过官方网站进行NMC的预约，故选D。 23. 细节理解题。根据第六段第二句“If visitors miss their reserved time period, they will be refused.(如果游客错过了预定的时间，他们将被拒绝)”可知，如果游客错过了预定的时间，他将被拒绝进入博物馆，故选C。 03 (2023-2024学年高一下·苏州市·期末统考) A The Most Amazing Honeymoon Destinations Around The World There are so many honeymoon deals and destinations, therefore sometimes it can be really hard to decide. In this article, we will show you the best honeymoon choices around the world. So pack your bag and be prepared for an unforgettable journey. St. Lucia St. Lucia, a place with flowers, waterfalls and wonderful nature scenes, is the right place to spend one’s honeymoon. Besides that, it is also famous for its beautiful hotels, great shopping opportunities, amazing restaurants and dishes as well as the perfect romantic atmosphere for an unforgettable honeymoon. Bora Bora The famous Bora Bora is an island in French Polynesia. You and your partner can relax on the beautiful beaches around the world, go for a swimming, or simply take a sunbath. If you are into exciting adventures, you can also go and see some famous volcanos. Maui The Hawaiian Island Maui is a very popular honeymoon destination for many years already. It not only offers long shorelines of nature scenery, but is also famous for its town parties. You can go to the Maui festivals to experience traditional Hawaiian culture. Amalfi Coast The Amalfi Coast is a coastline, that goes along the southern edge of Italy. The famous place is full of colored streets and buildings. The beaches there are small. The Amalfi coast is well-known for its extraordinary food and wine. You definitely have to visit the restaurants there! 21. Which place offers both relaxing and adventurous experiences? A. St. Lucia. B. Bora Bora. C. Maui. D. Amalfi Coast. 22. What do St. Lucia and Amalfi Coast have in common? A. They are favored by artists. B. They have wonderful restaurants. C. They offer shopping opportunities. D. They are known for vast beaches. 23. Who is this article intended for? A. Families planning a vacation. B. Explorers seeking excitement. C. The freshly-graduated students. D. The newly-married couples. 【答案】21. B 22. B 23. D 【语篇导读】这是一篇旅游介绍的应用文，主要介绍了世界各地最佳的蜜月旅行目的地，以及它们各自的特点和吸引人之处。 21. 细节理解题。根据文章中对Bora Bora的描述，提到了“You and your partner can relax on the beautiful beaches around the world, go for a swimming, or simply take a sunbath. If you are into exciting adventures, you can also go and see some famous volcanos(你和你的伴侣可以在世界各地美丽的海滩上放松，去游泳，或者简单地晒个日光浴。如果你喜欢刺激的冒险，你也可以去看看一些著名的火山)”，说明这个地方提供了放松和冒险两种体验，故选B项。 22. 细节理解题。文章中提到St. Lucia有“Besides that, it is also famous for its beautiful hotels, great shopping opportunities, amazing restaurants and dishes as well as the perfect romantic atmosphere for an unforgettable honeymoon.(除此之外，这里还以其美丽的酒店、绝佳的购物机会、令人惊叹的餐厅和美食以及完美的浪漫氛围而闻名，为一段难忘的蜜月提供了理想的条件)”，Amalfi Coast的“You definitely have to visit the restaurants there!(你绝对要到那里的餐厅去尝尝！)”，两者都提到了“restaurants”，故选B项。 23. 推理判断题。根据文章标题“The Most Amazing Honeymoon Destinations Around The World(世界上最令人惊叹的蜜月目的地)”，这篇文章是给度蜜月的人准备的，也就是新婚夫妇，故选D项。 04 (2023-2024学年高一下·无锡市·期末统考) A When it comes to basic equipment and tools — whether they are for your vehicle, your camping setup or yourself—we appreciate the little things. Items that don’t necessarily have high prices but are smart in their simplicity can make life easier. In fact, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without them! Here are some of our favorites. Getting caught in the rain I love the K-Way Backpack Rain Poncho. Made from 100 percent 190T polyester(聚酯纤维)with a PVC coating and a seam-sealed design, it provides comfortable and reliable protection against strong winds and heavy downpours. It’s long and has enough space to hold a backpack, while a hood(兜帽)adds an extra layer of defense in unexpected weather conditions. It comes in a carry-on bag for convenience on the go. * Click here: www.capeunionmart.co.za No shocker here It can be quite disappointing to try and keep your electrical and extension plugs dry and dust-free while camping. Some people even go travelling, wrapping the connections in plastic bags. There is a simple and far less unsightly(不雅观的)solution, though. The Torpedo Electric Cover from Masterplug is made from lasting plastic and it is perfect to protect your power connections from water, dust or accidental disconnection. It is suitable from cables with a diameter(直径)between 5 and 9 mm. * Click here: www.shop.pretoriacaravans.co.za Hot water anywhere The Aquablitz Portable Water Heater is convenient and the most economical way to heat water in a container, such as a bucket... anywhere electricity is available(可用的). This makes it great for camping or travelling. It is fitted with a 1.1m cable and a three-pin plug and it has a built-in heat safety sensor. You simply fully submerge(浸没)the unit in water, plug it in and switch it on. When the water has reached the desired temperature, you simply switch it off and remove it from the container. * Click here: www.builders.co.za 21. Which of the following can best describe the mentioned equipment and tools? A. Camping-designed only. B. Nice-looking. C. Convenient in life. D. Up-to-date. 22. What is recommended in time of strong winds and heavy rain? A. A built-in sensor. B. The K-Way Backpack Rain Poncho. C. The Torpedo Electric Cover. D. The Aquablitz Portable Water Heater. 23. What is special about the Torpedo Electric Cover? A. Power-free. B. Environmentally-friendly. C. Fire-proof. D. Water-proof. 24. What do we know about the Aquablitz Portable Water Heater? A. It functions even without power. B. It has a safety sensor outside. C. It only works when buried in water. D. It stops working by itself. 25. Where might the text be taken from? A. A magazine. B. The newspaper. C. A poster. D. The Internet. 【答案】21. C 22. B 23. D 24. C 25. D 【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了三款实用的户外装备和工具。 21. 细节理解题。根据第一段中“Items that don’t necessarily have high prices but are smart in their simplicity can make life easier. In fact, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without them! Here are some of our favorites.(那些价格不一定很高，但简单而聪明的东西可以让生活更轻松。事实上，你会怀疑没有他们你是怎么生活的!以下是我们最喜欢的一些)”可知，这些装备和工具可以让生活更轻松，让生活更方便，故选C项。 22. 细节理解题。根据Getting caught in the rain部分中“I love the K-Way Backpack Rain Poncho. Made from 100 percent 190T polyester(聚酯纤维)with a PVC coating and a seam-sealed design, it provides comfortable and reliable protection against strong winds and heavy downpours.(我喜欢K-Way背包雨披。由100% 190T聚酯制成，PVC涂层和接缝密封设计，提供舒适可靠的保护，抵御强风和倾盆大雨)”可知，遇到强风和大雨时，强烈推荐使用K-Way背包雨披，故选B项。 23. 细节理解题。根据No shocker here部分中“The Torpedo Electric Cover from Masterplug is made from lasting plastic and it is perfect to protect your power connections from water, dust or accidental disconnection.(来自Masterplug的Torpedo Electric Cover由耐用塑料制成，非常适合保护您的电源连接，免受水、灰尘或意外断开的影响)”可知，Torpedo Electric Cover的特别之处是它防水，故选D项。 24. 细节理解题。根据Hot water anywhere部分中“You simply fully submerge(浸没)the unit in water, plug it in and switch it on.(你只需将设备完全浸入水中，插上电源，打开开关)”可知，这个便携式热水器需要完全浸没在水中才能工作，故选C项。 25. 推理判断题。根据Getting caught in the rain部分中“Click here: www.capeunionmart.co.za(点击这里：www.capeunionmart.co.za)”、No shocker here部分中“Click here: www.shop.pretoriacaravans.co.za(点击这里：www.shop.pretoriacaravans.co.za)”和Hot water anywhere部分中“Click here: www.builders.co.za(点击这里：www.builders.co.za)”提出到的网站可推知，文章出自网络，故选D项。 05 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市·期末统考) A Want to read a perfect children’s book? Explore some recommendations from trusted critics. My Brother Is Away(Sara Greenwood, illustrated by Luisa Uribe) It’s never easy to explain that a family member is kept in prison, and it can be especially hard for children. This touching book draws on the author’s own childhood to tell the story of a young girl whose brother is in prison. What does she say to her friends who have seen him on the news? And will he still love her? A gentle and hopeful story for kids about very adult situations and complex feelings.(For ages 5 to 8) Eyes that Kiss in the Corners(Joanna Ho, illustrated by Dung Ho) This book is brilliantly written because it focuses both on how the characters’ eyes look and on how they see. Focusing on a young girl who takes pride in her “eyes that kiss in the corner and glow like warm tea”, Joanna Ho’s lyrical intergenerational story combines with Dung Ho’s warm and often magical imagery to bring us a celebration on how we see the world — and how we see ourselves.(For ages 4 to 8) Rez Dogs(Joseph Bruchac) When COVID-19 hits, Malian is visiting her grandparents. It is in Malian’s grandparents’ stories that she learns how the people of her native community have always taken care of one another. Written in poetry, this book shows us the pandemic through a child’s eyes and helps remind us that responsibility and caring for one another is something we all can do.(For ages 8 to 12) Listen to the Language of the Trees(Tera Kelly, illustrated by Marie Hermansson) If you know about the “Wood Wide Web”, you know that trees communicate through the fungi(真菌)that connect their roots. Still, did you know how they support one another with extra food? How they can tell their offspring(后代)apart from other trees? How they can warn other trees when insects attack? Then, consider this outstanding book for kids on the topic.(For ages 4 to 8) 21. What do My Brother Is Away and Eyes that Kiss in the Corners have in common? A. They both reveal complex feelings. B. They both tell stories through a girl’s eyes. C. They are intended for children of same age. D. They both focus on children’s responsibility. 22. Which book best suits children who are interested in science? A. Rez Dogs. B. Eyes that Kiss in the Corners. C. My Brother Is Away. D. Listen to the Language of the Trees. 23. What can we learn about the book Rez Dogs? A. It may attract pre-school children. B. It is written in the form of a poem. C. It has pictures related to the pandemic. D. It mainly covers global pandemics. 【答案】21. B 22. D 23. B 【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了四本优秀的儿童读物，提供了书的内容、主题、适用儿童年龄等信息。 21. 细节理解题。根据My Brother Is Away部分中“This touching book draws on the author’s own childhood to tell the story of a young girl whose brother is in prison.(这本感人的书取材于作者自己的童年，讲述了一个小女孩的故事，她的哥哥在监狱里)”和Eyes that Kiss in the Corners部分中“Focusing on a young girl who takes pride in her “eyes that kiss in the corner and glow like warm tea”(聚焦于一个小女孩，她为拥有“在眼角处相吻、像茶水般闪闪发光的双眼”而自豪)”可知，这两本书的共同之处在于都透过一个女孩的视角讲故事，故选B项。 22. 细节理解题。根据Listen to the Language of the Trees部分中“If you know about the “Wood Wide Web”, you know that trees communicate through the fungi(真菌)that connect their roots. Still, did you know how they support one another with extra food? How they can tell their offspring(后代)apart from other trees? How they can warn other trees when insects attack? Then, consider this outstanding book for kids on the topic.(如果你知道“树联网”，你就知道树木是通过连接树根的真菌来交流的。不过，你知道它们是如何用额外的食物互相支持的吗？它们如何区分自己的后代和其他树？当昆虫袭击时，它们如何警告其他树木？那么，考虑一下这本关于这个话题的优秀的儿童读物)”可知，Listen to the Language of the Trees这本书是关于树的科学知识的，因此很适合对科学感兴趣的儿童，故选D项。 23. 细节理解题。根据Rez Dogs部分中“Written in poetry, this book shows us the pandemic through a child’s eyes and helps remind us that responsibility and caring for one another is something we all can do.(这本以诗歌形式写成的书通过一个孩子的眼睛向我们展示了这场大流行病，并提醒我们，责任和相互关怀是我们都能做到的)”可知，Rez Dogs是以诗的形式写成的，故选B项。 06 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市溧阳市·期末统考) A Throughout history, women have made significant contributions to the field of science. It is essential to shed light on the women of science, as their struggles and breakthroughs continue to inspire generations of scientists. Ada Lovelace Ada Lovelace, the daughter of the poet Lord Byron, is often regarded as the world’s first computer programmer. Her ground-breaking insights and analytical skills led her to write the first algorithm, imagining the potential of the machine to do more than just calculations. Lovelace’s vision made her well-known as a pioneer in the field. Rosalind Franklin Rosalind Franklin’s X-ray crystallography images played a vital role in understanding the structure of DNA. Her data, acquired through research, was used by James Watson and Francis Crick without her permission or acknowledgment. Franklin’s invaluable contributions to genetics and biology deserve recognition as they provided the key insights into the building blocks of life, yet her name is often overshadowed by her male colleagues. Lise Meitner Lise Meitner made ground-breaking discoveries in nuclear science. Meitner’s contributions to this field are celebrated today, as she paved the way for significant advancements in energy production and scientific understanding. Lise Meitner certainly deserves the place she has earned in the history of science. Mary Anning Mary Anning made remarkable discoveries during the early 19th century and won the respect of the scientists of her time. Anning unearthed the first complete bones of an ichthyosaur(鱼龙). Her pioneering work laid the foundation for the study of prehistoric life and helped shape our understanding of Earth’s history. 21. Who might be a physicist? A. Ada Lovelace. B. Rosalind Franklin. C. Lise Meitner. D. Mary Anning. 22. What made Ada Lovelace famous? A. Her hard work. B. Her great foresight. C. Her competitive spirit. D. Her high intelligence. 23. What do we know about Rosalind Franklin? A. She set up genetics. B. She is underestimated. C. She invented the X-ray crystallography. D. She helped her colleagues to acquire data. 【答案】21. C 22. B 23. B 【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了几位对科学领域做出了重大贡献的女性。 21. 细节理解题。根据Lise Meitner段落中“Lise Meitner made ground-breaking discoveries in nuclear science.(Lise Meitner在核科学方面有了突破性的发现)”可知，Lise Meitner应该是核物理学家，故选C项。 22. 细节理解题。根据Ada Lovelace段落中“Her ground-breaking insights and analytical skills led her to write the first algorithm, imagining the potential of the machine to do more than just calculations. Lovelace’s vision made her well-known as a pioneer in the field.(她开创性的洞察力和分析能力使她写出了第一个算法，想象了机器的潜力，不仅仅是计算。Lovelace的远见使她成为该领域的知名先驱)”可知，是Ada Lovelace的远见使她出名的，故选B项。 23. 推理判断题。根据Rosalind Franklin段落中“Franklin’s invaluable contributions to genetics and bi ology deserve recognition as they provided the key insights into the building blocks of life, yet her name is often overshadowed by her male colleagues.(Franklin对遗传学和生物学的宝贵贡献值得肯定，因为他们为生命的构成提供了关键的见解，但她的名字往往被她的男性同事所掩盖)”可知，Rosalind Franklin被低估了，故选B项。 07 (2023-2024学年高一下·镇江市·期末统考) A Getting started with Libby With Libby, you can enjoy free ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your library. All you need is a library card. Step1 Download or open Libby on your device: ● iOS devices: Apple App Store ● Android devices: Google Play ● Amazon Fire tablets: Amazon Appstore ● Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks: libbyapp. com Step 2 In Libby, follow the prompt(提示)to find your library and sign in with a library card. Step 3 Look through your library’s catalog(目录), and then borrow a book or audiobook or open a magazine. Step4 Borrowed titles appear on your Shelf. Book and audiobook loans(借出)are downloaded to the app automatically(自动地)when you’re connected to Wi-Fi, so you can read them when you’re offline. To save space on your device, magazines don’t automatically download, but you can download individual issues by yourself. On your Shelf, you can: · Tap loans to only see your book and audiobook loans. * Tap Read With... to choose where you’d like to read a book(Kindle or Libby), and then finish sending to Kindle(U. S. libraries only)or start reading in Libby. * Tap Open In Libby or Open Audiobook to start reading or listening in the app. * Tap Manage Loan to see options like Renew Loan and Return Early. · Tap Magazine Rack to see your magazines: * Tap a magazine’s cover to start reading. * Tap to see options, like Download and Subscribe. 21. In which step can you sign in? A. Step 1. B. Step 2. C. Step 3. D. Step 4. 22. Which of the following should be downloaded by yourself? A. Ebooks. B. Audiobooks. C. Magazines. D. Library cards. 23. What does the text aim to introduce? A. The functions of four devices. B. The steps to apply for library cards. C. The contents of some books. D. The procedures of using an app. 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 【语篇导读】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍使用Libby 这个APP的程序。 21. 细节理解题。根据Step 2部分中“In Libby, follow the prompt(提示)to find your library and sign in with a library card.(在Libby中，按照提示找到您的图书馆并使用借书证登录)”可知，可以在步骤2登录，故选B。 22. 细节理解题。根据Step4部分中“To save space on your device, magazines don’t automatically download, but you can download individual issues by yourself.(为了节省设备空间，杂志不会自动下载，但你可以自己下载单个问题)”可知，杂志应该自己下载，故选C。 23. 推理判断题。根据文章Step1、Step 2、Step 3、Step4以及标题“Getting started with Libby(从Libby开始)”可知，这篇文章的目的是介绍使用Libby 这个APP的过程，故选D。 08 (2023-2024学年高一下·南通市·期末统考) A Many islands far from the continents should fire the imaginations of adventurers or explorers nowadays. Tristan da Cunha Tristan da Cunha, the southernmost inhabited(有人居住的)island of the British territory(领土)in the southern Atlantic, is located approximately 2,100 km south of the nearest inhabited land, with a coastline of 34 km and a cloud-covered volcanic cone. Spitsbergen Spitsbergen, Norway’s largest island, about 950 km north of the European coast, is covered in snow and ice, with a sizable population of polar bears. Its main settlement, Longyearbyen, sits less than 3.2 km away from the Svalbard Global Seed Vault — a secure facility intended to safeguard the seeds of the world’s food plants in case of a global disaster. Pitcairn Island This small volcanic island, the only inhabited island of the British overseas territory of four islands in the South Pacific, is probably best known as the settlement for the mutineers(叛变者)of the British ship HMS Bounty in 1790. It’s also near one of the world’s largest marine reserves. South Georgia South Georgia, part of the British overseas territory in the south Atlantic, is about 4,790 km west of Cape Town, South Africa. Large quantities of animal life there and around have invited a small number of scientists as the island’s few inhabitants. It’s best known as the final site of the arduous journey made by British explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, who first crossed South Georgia Island in 1916. 21. Which of the islands doesn’t belong to England? A. Pitcairn Island. B. South Georgia. C. Tristan da Cunha. D. Spitsbergen. 22. What do the islands mentioned in the passage share? A. They are inhabited with many people. B. They are distant but appealing places. C. They are being safeguarded by scientists. D. They are in the southern part of the Earth. 23. What is the purpose of the passage? A. To introduce some islands to readers. B. To promote the world’s island tourism. C. To draw explorers’ attention to global disasters. D. To illustrate England has many overseas territories. 【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A 【语篇导读】本文为一篇说明文。文章介绍了四座远离大陆的岛屿。 21. 细节理解题。根据文章Spitsbergen中的介绍“Spitsbergen, Norway’s largest island, about 950 km north of the European coast, is covered in snow and ice, with a sizable population of polar bears.(斯匹次卑尔根岛是挪威最大的岛屿，位于欧洲海岸以北约950公里处，被冰雪覆盖，生活着相当数量的北极熊)”可知，斯匹次卑尔根岛是挪威最大的岛屿，故选D。 22. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Many islands far from the continents should fire the imaginations of adventurers or explorers nowadays.(许多远离大陆的岛屿应该能激发当今冒险家或探险家的想象力)”可知，这些岛屿都比较远，但是有吸引力，故选B。 23. 推理判断题。根据文章Tristan da Cunha中“Tristan da Cunha, the southernmost inhabited(有人居住的)island of the British territory(领土)in the southern Atlantic, is located approximately 2,100 km south of the nearest inhabited land, with a coastline of 34 km and a cloud-covered volcanic cone.(特里斯坦达库尼亚岛是南大西洋英属领土中最南端的有人居住的岛屿，位于最近的有人居住的土地以南约2100公里处，海岸线长34公里，有一个被云覆盖的火山锥)” Spitsbergen中“Spitsbergen, Norway’s largest island, about 950 km north of the European coast, is covered in snow and ice, with a sizable population of polar bears.(斯匹次卑尔根岛是挪威最大的岛屿，位于欧洲海岸以北约950公里处，被冰雪覆盖，生活着相当数量的北极熊)” Pitcairn Island中“This small volcanic island, the only inhabited island of the British overseas territory of four islands in the South Pacific, is probably best known as the settlement for the mutineers(叛变者)of the British ship HMS Bounty in 1790.(这个小小的火山岛是英国在南太平洋四个岛屿的海外领地中唯一有人居住的岛屿，它最出名的可能是1790年英国军舰邦蒂号上的叛变者的定居点)”以及South Georgia“South Georgia, part of the British overseas territory in the south Atlantic, is about 4,790 km west of Cape Town, South Africa.(南乔治亚岛是英国在南大西洋的海外领地，位于南非开普敦以西约4790公里处)”可知，本文主要介绍四个岛屿，故选A。 09 (2023-2024学年高一下·泰州市·期末统考) A On May 7th, 1902, on the island of Martinique, Ludgar Sylbaris, the town’s drunk and troublemaker, got thrown into prison. However, it turned out to be the luckiest day of his life. Saint Pierre on Martinique was at the time known as the Paris of Caribbean. It had a big population of 30, 000 people and was a cultural centre. Martinique is home to Mount Pelee, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. In the weeks before Ludgar Sylbaris was thrown into prison, the volcano on the island of Martinique was showing signs of volcanic activity. Without modern Volcanology, people still sensed that something was going to happen, but they didn’t have a really good sense of how big or how dangerous the threat was. Thousands of people left the countryside and came to the city of Saint Pierre because they thought it would be safer there. That was a terrible mistake. The day after Ludgar Sylbaris went into that prison cell, Mount Pelee exploded. And in an instant 3, 000 people were killed. A pressure wave flattened every single building. Anyone who was unlucky enough to be outside was instantly burned to death. Those who were in shelter found themselves choking as their lungs were burned from the inside out. There was really no escape except for one person, Ludgar Sylbaris. The cell he was in had been built as an armory(军械库). So it had been built within the thick walls and it happened that the only opening in it faced away from the eruption. Even so, super-hot air began to force its way underneath the door. And as his cell heated to extremely high temperatures, he was forced to take off his clothes, push them underneath the door and he peed(小便)on the clothes just to try to keep the hot air from entering. He was still badly burned and wasn’t found until four days later when rescuers heard his cries. 21. What caused so many people to die in the volcano eruption? A. Shortage of survival skills. B. Ignorance of modern Volcanology. C. Lack of good judgement of the threat. D. Unawareness of the volcanic activity signs. 22. Which of the following is the right order according to the passage? a. The volcano of Mount Pelee erupted. b. Buildings were flattened and no one escaped. c. Thousands of people fled to the city of Saint Pierre. d. Mount Pelee was showing signs of volcanic activity. e. Ludgar Sylbaris managed to save himself and was rescued. A. dbace B. abdce C. adceb D. dcabe 23. Which of the following is true according to the last paragraph? A. The cell’s opening faced the eruption. B. The cell was far away from the eruption. C. Ludgar took proper self-rescue measures. D. Ludgar hid in the heavily-guarded armory. 24. What’s the purpose of the passage? A. To introduce the island of Martinique. B. To inspire people to explore the Mount Pelee. C. To provide ways to survive a volcano eruption. D. To tell the story of a volcano eruption survivor. 【答案】21. C 22. D 23. C 24. D 【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了一个真实的历史事件——1902年培雷山火山爆发的灾难，以及一个名为Ludgar Sylbaris如何让因为被关在监狱中而意外生还的故事。   21. 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Without modern Volcanology, people still sensed that something was going to happen, but they didn’t have a really good sense of how big or how dangerous the threat was.(由于缺乏现代火山学，人们仍然感觉到有事将要发生，但他们并不真正了解威胁的大小或危险性)”可知， 尽管人们意识到了火山活动的迹象，但由于缺乏现代火山学知识，他们未能准确判断情况的严重性，导致误判和错误的应对措施。这反映了对火山威胁的判断力不足，故选C。 22. 细节理解题。文章第三段“the volcano on the island of Martinique was showing signs of volcanic activity.(马提尼克岛上的火山显示出火山活动的迹象)”对应d；然后提到“Thousands of people left the countryside and came to the city of Saint Pierre.(成千上万的人离开农村来到圣皮埃尔市)”，对应c；第四段“Mount Pelee exploded.(贝利山喷发了)”对应a；然后提到“A pressure wave flattened every single building. Anyone who was unlucky enough to be outside was instantly burned to death.(压力波夷平了每一栋建筑。任何不幸在外面的人都会立即被烧死)”，对应a；最后一段“He was still badly burned and wasn’t found until four days later when rescuers heard his cries.(他仍然严重烧伤，直到四天后救援人员听到他的哭声才被发现)”对应e。所以文章先提及培雷山的火山活动迹象，然后是人们逃往圣皮埃尔市，接着是火山爆发，之后是建筑被毁和人员的伤亡，最后是Ludgar Sylbaris的生还。正确的顺序是 dcabe，故选D。 23. 细节理解题。根据问题，答案可以定位到文章最后一段。根据原文“Even so, super-hot air began to force its way underneath the door. And as his cell heated to extremely high temperatures, he was forced to take off his clothes, push them underneath the door and he peed on the clothes just to try to keep the hot air from entering.(即便如此，高温的空气开始从门下方涌入。随着牢房温度剧增，他被迫脱下衣服，塞在门下，并在衣服上小便，试图阻止热空气进入)”可知，Ludgar Sylbaris 在极端环境下采取了脱衣服、塞门缝，并在衣服上小便的方式来避免热空气伤害，这些行为属于适当的自救措施，故选C。 24. 推理判断题。 根据文章的结构，作者段首介绍了故事的人物和背景，段尾讲述了故事的结局。通过阅读全文，可以看出文章按照时间顺序讲述了培雷山火山爆发的故事，并重点讲述了Ludgar Sylbaris作为幸存者的故事。文章的目的是讲述一个火山爆发幸存者的故事，故选D。 10 (2023-2024学年高一下·扬州市·期末统考) A Social media platforms are filled with individuals proudly sharing their rapid mastering of a language. Where does the secret lie? The truth lies in our addiction to instant satisfaction promised by some language apps. However, besides these apps, here are some ways to help you learn a new language: 1. Be a child, watch cartoons One of the most common advice for language learners is to watch children’s cartoons, which can be found on YOUKU. These cartoons are often made up of basic phrases and words that one would learn at beginner’s level. 2. Turn the volume(音量)up If watching cartoons is not your cup of tea, fear not, for there is the alternative of listening to podcasts(播客)and songs. Not only can you pick up phrases and idioms, but you can also develop your appreciation for the culture. 3. Let the words flow Talking to wait staff at native restaurants can help with your language skills. To avoid the risk of making mistake in public you can start by speaking to your pets. Tell them about your day. As you grow more confident, work up to a native speaker. 4. Aforeign stamp A commonly overlooked method is to keep a pen pal. Through the exchange of letters, you not only get to practise your writing skills but can also get a friend. Over all, continuous practice is key to unlocking the door of mastery. No matter which approach you choose, it’s important to revisit the language you are learning every day, even if it’s just for 15 minutes. 21. Why do language learning apps appeal to us? A. Because of their easy access. B. Because of their language platforms. C. Because of their proud claims. D. Because of their immediate pleasure. 22. To learn about vocabulary and culture, which way would you choose? A. Be a child, watch cartoons. B. Turn the volume up. C. Let the words flow. D. A foreign stamp. 23. What is the key to mastering a new language? A. Daily practice. B. More confidence. C. Occasional visits. D. Regular sharing. 【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A 【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一些有助于学习新语言的方法，包括看儿童卡通片、听播客和歌曲、与他人交流以及交笔友等，同时强调了持续练习对于掌握语言的重要性。 21. 细节理解题。根据第一段“Social media platforms are filled with individuals proudly sharing their rapid mastering of a language. Where does the secret lie? The truth lies in our addiction to instant satisfaction promised by some language apps(社交媒体平台上满是自豪地分享自己快速掌握一门语言的人。秘诀在哪里？真相在于我们对一些语言应用程序所承诺的即时满足感的沉迷)”可知，语言学习应用程序吸引我们是因为它们提供的即时满足感，故选D项。 22. 细节理解题。根据“Turn the volume(音量)up”部分“Not only can you pick up phrases and idioms, but you can also develop your appreciation for the culture(你不仅可以学到短语和习语，还可以培养对文化的欣赏)”可知，要学习词汇和文化，可以选择“Turn the volume up”这种方式，故选B项。 23. 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Over all, continuous practice is key to unlocking the door of mastery.(总的来说，持续练习是掌握语言的关键)”可知，掌握一门新语言的关键是日常练习，故选A项。 11 (2023-2024学年高一下·宿迁市泗阳县·期末统考) A Newport, a beachfront city of beauty and excitement, is popular among tourists. Check out the top things to do in this wonderful city. The Wedge Whether you’re a passionate surfer, or you simply want to relax and watch the daring wave runners and body surfers, the Wedge is the perfect place to spend your afternoon. The Wedge has some of the largest waves in Southern California, measuring up to 30 feet. Obviously, it’s not a place for beginner swimmers or young children. Balboa Fun Zone The small park is full of fun activities for children, and with views of the Pacific, they are sure to enjoy their time. This boatyard-turned-amusement park has been in operation since the mid-1900s. Over time, more and more activities have been added, and nowadays there are enough features to keep you busy for hours. Fashion Island Fashion Island is a shoppers’ paradise, featuring more than 100 brand-name stores, including large chain stores like Macy’s and Neiman Marcus. It also shelters a variety of local and upscale dining options, a Whole Foods Market and a movie theater. Children can enjoy playing with the little games scattered around the area while parents are shopping. Newport Beach Whale Watching Newport Beach is one of the country’s best whale watching destinations. In winter and early spring, you’ll catch sight of gray whales migrating south to give birth to their calves; they’ll turn around and head north around April or May. In summer and fall, blue whales are often found swimming in the waters surrounding Newport Beach. 21. What’s an advantage of the Wedge? A. It offers free swimming lessons. B. It features fun activities for children. C. It is popular for family vacations. D. It is a great beach to enjoy surfing. 22. Which is suitable for those who want to taste the local specialties? A. The Wedge. B. Fashion Island. C. Balboa Fun Zone. D. Newport Beach Whale Watching. 23. When can visitors see gray whales and their calves? A. Around April or May. B. All year round. C. In winter and early spring. D. In summer and fall. 【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A 【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍新港海滩的热门旅游景点和活动。 21. 推理判断题。根据The Wedge中的“Whether you’re a passionate surfer, or you simply want to relax and watch the daring wave runners and body surfers, the Wedge is the perfect place to spend your afternoon. The Wedge has some of the largest waves in Southern California,(无论你是一个充满激情的冲浪者，还是你只是想放松一下，观看大胆的波浪跑者和身体冲浪者，Wedge都是度过下午的完美场所。这里有南加州最大的波浪之一)”可知，Wedge海滩海浪大，并且适合任何来冲浪的人。由此可知，Wedge是适合冲浪的很好的海滩，故选D项。 22. 细节理解题。根据Fashion中的“It also shelters a variety of local and upscale dining options, a Whole Foods Market and a movie theater.(它还提供各种当地和高档餐饮选择，一个全食超市和一个电影院)”可知，去Fashion Island可以品尝到当地的特色菜，故选B项。 23. 细节理解题。根据Newport Beach Whale Watching中的“In winter and early spring, you’ll catch sight of gray whales migrating south to give birth to their calves; they'll turn around and head north around April or May.(在冬天和早春，你会看到灰鲸向南迁徙，生下它们的幼崽；它们会在4月或5月左右转身北上)”可知，游客们能够在四月或五月左右看到灰鲸和它们的幼崽，故选A项。 12 (2023-2024学年高一下·徐州市·期末统考) A The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics will drive the capital into an Olympic craze. Here’s a comprehensive guide. When is the ceremony? The opening ceremony kicks off at 8.24 pm on July 26 2024, which happens to be 20.24 if you’re using the 24-hour clock. Where is the ceremony held? It will take place outdoors, along the banks of the River Seine and even through its waters.It’s the first time in the history of the Summer Games that an opening ceremony hasn’t been hosted in a stadium, which hugely increases the audience capacity(容量). What activities are planned during the event? Around 10,500 athletes from different national delegations(代表团)will gather on boats.By tradition, the Greeks will lead the way. Besides the national anthems(国歌), official speeches and symbolic releasing of doves, it's often the artistic performances that stand out the most at Olympic opening ceremonies. Who is directing the ceremony? Famous stage director Thomas Jolly has been appointed as the artistic director. The ceremony promises to be an impressive performance, combining theatre, dance, circus and opera. The director has also absorbed stories of people living and working near the river, giving the show a touch of local charm. Are tickets for the ceremony open to the public? They are indeed, as 100,000 tickets were put on sale in May 2023, with prices ranging from €90 to a shocking €2,700. Between 300,000 and 500,000 free tickets will be made available. If you don’t catch the ceremony in person, you can always watch the whole thing on TV. 21. What is a special feature of this opening ceremony? A. To be held along the Seine. B. To include artistic performances. C. To sing national anthems. D. To have the Greeks lead the way. 22. What are the athletes expected to do at the opening ceremony? A. Set free peace doves. B. Deliver official speeches. C. Get together on boats. D. Show local charms of Paris. 23. What is the maximum number of tickets open to the public? A. 100 thousand. B. 400 thousand. C. 600 thousand. D. 800 thousand. 【答案】21. A 22. C 23. C 【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了2024年巴黎奥运会开幕式的相关信息，包括开幕式的时间、地点、活动内容、导演、票务等。 21. 细节理解题。根据文章Where is the ceremony held?标题下“It will take place outdoors, along the banks of the River Seine and even through its waters.It's the first time in the history of the Summer Games that an opening ceremony hasn't been hosted in a stadium, which hugely increases the audience capacity(容量)”(它将在户外举行，沿着塞纳河的河岸甚至穿过它的水域。这是夏季奥运会历史上首次在体育场外举行开幕式，这大大增加了观众的容量)可知，这次开幕式的特殊之处在于它将在塞纳河沿岸举行，故选A。 22. 细节理解题。根据文章What activities are planned during the event?标题下“Around 10,500 athletes from different national delegations(代表团)will gather on boats.”(大约10500名来自不同国家代表团的运动员将在船上集结)可知，运动员们在开幕式上应该在船上集结，故选C。 23. 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“They are indeed, as 100,000 tickets were put on sale in May 2023, with prices ranging from€90 to a shocking €2,700. Between 300,000 and 500,000 free tickets will be made available.”(确实如此，因为在2023年5月，有100,000张票开始出售，价格从90欧元到惊人的2700欧元不等。将提供300,000到500,000张免费票)可知，向公众开放的票数最多为600,000张，故选C。 13 (2023-2024学年高一下·淮安市·期末统考) A Artennial celebrates tradition of artistic excellence at UChicago Four innovative UChicago Arts organizations will celebrate their anniversaries(周年纪念日)during Artennial, a celebration of the tradition and future of artistic excellence at the University of Chicago. Contempo Devoted specifically to the performance of new music, Contempo — formerly known as the Contemporary Chamber Players — is one of the most successful new music groups in the nation. Now in its 60th season, Contempo bas earned a reputation for outstanding performances of music by living composers. Court Theatre Starting its 70th season, Court Theatre is devoted to creating innovative productions of classic plays. Through main stage productions, audience enrichment programs and cooperation s with UChicago, it re-examines, re-imagines and renews classic texts that raise questions that show the human experience. The Renaissance Society The Renaissance Society is an independent, non-collecting museum of contemporary(当代的)art located on the campus of UChicago. Founded in 1915 to encourage a greater understanding of culture, it presents exhibitions, public programs and publications that advance the ideas and expressions of our time. The Smart Museum Celebrating its 50th season, the Smart Museum is a perfect museum for encounters with art. As the fine arts museum of UChicago, it is home to thought-provoking(发人深省的)exhibitions and a delicate collection of ancient, modern and contemporary art from across the globe. Joining hands with scholars, it has established itself as a pioneering model of what a 21st-century academic art museum can be. 21. Which arts organization has the longest history? A. Contempo. B. Court Theatre. C. The Renaissance Society. D. The Smart Museum. 22. What can visitors do at the Smart Museum? A. Meet smart artists. B. Attend fine arts lessons. C. Shake hands with scholars. D. Enjoy global art of different eras. 23. Where can the text be found? A. In an art history book. B. In an artist biography. C. In a university newspaper. D. In a university introduction. 【答案】21. C 22. D 23. C 【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了芝加哥大学Artennial庆典上四个具有创新精神的艺术组织及其各自的周年纪念，包括Contempo、Court Theatre、The Renaissance Society和The Smart Museum，每个组织都有其独特的特点和历史背景。 21. 细节理解题。根据文章中对各艺术组织成立时间的描述，“Contempo is now in its 60th season(康坦波剧院现在正在庆祝其第60个演出季)”，“Court Theatre starting its 70th season(考特剧院开始庆祝其第70个演出季)”，“The Renaissance Society was founded in 1915(文艺复兴协会成立于1915年)”，以及“The Smart Museum celebrating its 50th season(智能博物馆正在庆祝其第50个演出季)”。可以看出，The Renaissance Society成立于1915年，至今有超过100年的历史，是其中历史最悠久的，故选C项。 22. 细节理解题。根据文章中对The Smart Museum的描述“it is home to thought-provoking exhibitions and a delicate collection of ancient, modern and contemporary art from across the globe(这里举办着引人深思的展览，并收藏了来自全球各地的古代、现代和当代艺术精品)” 可知，参观者可以在The Smart Museum欣赏到来自全球不同时代的艺术品，故选D项。 23. 推理判断题。根据第一段“Four innovative UChicago Arts organizations will celebrate their anniversaries(周年纪念日)during Artennial, a celebration of the tradition and future of artistic excellence at the University of Chicago(四个创新的芝加哥艺术学院组织将在艺术年期间庆祝它们的周年纪念日，这是对芝加哥大学艺术卓越传统和未来的庆祝)”以及“Contempo”、“Court Theatre”等，可知文章主要介绍了芝加哥大学庆祝艺术组织周年纪念的Artennial庆典，提到了四个具有代表性的艺术组织的历史和特色，这类信息更可能出现在大学的校报或介绍中，而不是艺术史书籍、艺术家传记或艺术史书籍中，故选C项。 14 (2023-2024学年高一下·盐城市·期末统考) A Ways to save money at the cinema There’s nothing quite like seeing a new film on the big screen! Here’s how to make a few savings at the cinema. Get two tickets for the price of one Buy an insurance(保险)policy from Compare the Market and you’ll get free access to Meerkat Movies, which offers two for the price of one on tickets every Tuesday or Wednesday. Fortunately, there’s a chance to get this for around £1. All you need to do is buy a single day UK travel insurance! Get some free tickets The Club Lloyds current account offers six free tickets to use at Odeon or Vue and you’ll get these within a month of opening the account. You’ll need to add £2,000 to the account to cancel out a £3 monthly charge, but that money doesn’t need to be in one go or stay there — you can draw it straight back out. Buy special offer tickets From time to time there are deals running that offer cut price tickets. Sites like Groupon often sell bundles(套票)for the likes of Odeon and Vue that work out around £4 or £5 each. Other deals include National Cinema Day(usually in September)when all tickets are £3. 21. Why are you advised to buy an insurance policy from Compare the Market? A. To see new films for free. B. To travel UK for a single day. C. To access Meerkat Movies regularly. D. To make a few savings at the cinema. 22. What is the advantage of adding £2,000 to the Club Lloyds account? A. You can avoid a £3 monthly charge. B. You can get free tickets every month. C. You can have more free cinema tickets. D. You can get tickets in a convenient way. 23. How much do you pay for buying 3 cut price tickets on National Cinema Day? A. £3. B. £9. C. £12. D. £15. 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了几种在电影院节省开支的方法。 21. 细节理解题。根据Get two tickets for the price of one部分中“Buy an insurance(保险)policy from Compare the Market and you’ll get free access to Meerkat Movies, which offers two for the price of one on tickets every Tuesday or Wednesday.(在Compare the Market上买一份保险，你就可以免费观看Meerkat Movies，每周二或周三的电影票都有买一送一的优惠)”可知，购买Compare the Market的保险政策可以免费获得Meerkat Movies的访问权限，该服务每周二或周三提供买一赠一的电影票优惠，从而在电影院节省开支，故选D。 22. 细节理解题。根据Get some free tickets部分中“You’ll need to add £2,000 to the account to cancel out a £3 monthly charge, but that money doesn’t need to be in one go or stay there—you can draw it straight back out.(你需要在账户里存入2000英镑，以抵消每月3英镑的费用，但这笔钱不需要一次性存入，也不需要留在那里——你可以直接取出来)”可知，向Club Lloyds账户添加2000英镑可以抵消每月3英镑的费用，但这笔钱不需要一次性存入或保留在账户中，可以立即取出。即你可以避免每月3英镑的费用，故选A。 23. 细节理解题。根据Buy special offer tickets部分中“Other deals include National Cinema Day(usually in September)when all tickets are £3.(其他优惠还包括全国电影日(通常在9月)，所有票价为3英镑)”可知，在全国电影日购买电影票，所有票价为3英镑，3张电影票为9英镑，故选B。 15 (2023-2024学年高一下·连云港市·期末统考) A New Contest: Dream Robot Design No one is quite sure how the future of robotics and AI will develop. So, now is the time to imagine how our future robots will look and work. In words or pictures, design or describe your dream robot. What does it look like, and what can it do? Does it have anything to say? Send us your paintings, stories, or descriptions. CONTEST RULES 1. Your contest entry(参赛作品)must be your very own original work. Ideas and words should not be copied. 2. Be sure to include your name, age, and full address on your entry. 3. Only one entry per person, please. 4. If you want your work returned, attach a self-addressed, stamped envelope. 5. All entries must be signed by a parent, saying that this is your own work and no help was given and granting permission to publish. 6. Your entry must be received by July 1,2024. 7. Send entries to Muse Contest, 1 East Erie Street, Suite 525, PMB4136,Chicago,IL60611orbyemailtomuse @cricketmedia.com.Ifenteringadigital photo, please send at 300 dpi. Entries will be judged according to originality and creativity by a group of robotics experts and creative artists. Winners will receive prizes, including Muse subscriptions(订阅)and robot-themed gifts. Winners will also be shown in Muse, inspiring others to dream big about the future of robotics. Submit(提交)your dream robot now! 21. What requirement must an entry meet? A. It must be a group work. B. It must be a digital photo. C. It must be sent in August. D. It must be signed by a parent. 22. What might the winners get? A. A chance to appear in Muse. B. Paintings from the artists. C. A chance to travel in Chicago. D. Instruction from robotics experts. 23. Who might this text be intended for? A. Interested editors. B. Creative students. C. Professional engineers. D. Experienced judges. 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 【语篇导读】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了一场梦想机器人设计比赛的具体内容。 21. 细节理解题。根据CONTEST RULES部分中“5. All entries must be signed by a parent, saying that this is your own work and no help was given and granting permission to publish.( 5.所有参赛作品必须由家长签名，说明这是你自己的作品，没有得到任何帮助，并允许发表)”可知，参赛作品必须由父母一方签名，故选D项。 22. 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“Winners will receive prizes, including Muse subscriptions(订阅)and robot-themed gifts. Winners will also be shown in Muse, inspiring others to dream big about the future of robotics.(获奖者将获得奖品，包括Muse订阅和机器人主题礼品。获奖者还将在Muse露面，激励其他人对机器人的未来抱有更大的梦想)”可知，获胜者会得到出现在Muse的机会，故选A项。 23. 推理判断题。根据第一段“No one is quite sure how the future of robotics and AI will develop. So, now is the time to imagine how our future robots will look and work. In words or pictures, design or describe your dream robot. What does it look like, and what can it do? Does it have anything to say? Send us your paintings, stories, or descriptions.(没有人确切地知道机器人和人工智能的未来将如何发展。所以，现在是时候想象我们未来机器人的样子和工作方式了。用文字或图片，设计或描述你梦想中的机器人。它长什么样子？它能做什么？上面有什么要说的吗？把你的画、故事或描述发给我们)”和倒数第二段中“Entries will be judged according to originality and creativity by a group of robotics experts and creative artists.(参赛作品将由一组机器人专家和创意艺术家根据原创性和创造力进行评判)”可知，这篇文章是为有创造力的学生而写的，故选B项。 (重在考查推理判断、主旨大意，兼顾考查细节理解和词义猜测) 01 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市江宁区·期末统考) B When a woman was talkative while checking out at a Dollar General, her cashier, Emily Dunean didn’t think much of it. But she stayed attentive as the 85-year-old told her about herself. A man behind her in line noticed what was happening, too. Gerald Swindle was in a hurry to go hunting that day and was a bit annoyed with how long their conversation was going. But as Gerald waited for his turn, his attitude began to change. Not only did he conclude that hunting wasn’t more important than their conversation, but found himself captivated by what the elderly woman said once he stopped to listen. “You were patient with this lady,” Gerald later said in a video recalling what had happened. “You did nothing but followed her conversation, listening to every word she said, and never rushing her.” He added, “You showed me what people ought to be. Sometimes it might be the only person they talk to this week. You inspired me and sometimes I need that, so I appreciate it.” Since posting the video online, it’s become popular with nearly 2 million views! “I never expected this to come about because it was just a regular day for me. I was just doing my job,” Emily said. As the comment section quickly filled with others sharing how inspired they felt by Emily’s kindness, higher-ups at Dollar General heard of the story. One day, members from the company’s leadership team showed up to her store and presented her with flower, and a $1,000 donation to a local elementary school. Best of all, that elderly woman has since come back to the store several times, and the two of them are becoming quite close. “What I’ve learned is so amazing—you can have an effect on people just by being yourself, working at the Dollar General,” she said. 24. How did Gerald act at the talk between Emily and the customer at first? A. He listened with full attention. B. He focused on his own hunting. C. He felt lucky to be not talkative. D. He felt disturbed at the long talk. 25. What does the underlined word “captivated” mean in Paragraph 2? A. Stuck. B. Angered. C. Inspired. D. Attracted. 26. What was the post about? A. What patience Emily showed to the customer. B. Why Dollar General became popular online. C. How Gerald dealt with the customer attentively. D. How Emily was praised by her company leader. 27. What did Emily learn from the story? A. Caring for the old can bring benefit to us. B. Listening to people is a skill to be mastered. C. It’s sometimes easy to influence other people. D. Being a cashier is a good way for connection. 【答案】24. D 25. D 26. A 27. C 【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文。一家商店的收银员耐心倾听一位老年顾客的倾诉并与之交谈，她的故事被发布到网上，引起人们的共鸣。 24. 细节理解题。根据第二段“Gerald Swindle was in a hurry to go hunting that day and was a bit annoyed with how long their conversation was going.(Gerald Swindle那天急着去打猎，对他们的谈话持续了这么长时间感到有些恼火)”可知，Gerald Swindle那天赶着去打猎，前面那个顾客与收银员长时间的对话让他感觉被打扰了，故选D项。 25. 词义猜测题。根据划线词前“But as Gerald waited for his turn, his attitude began to change. Not only did he conclude that hunting wasn’t more important than their conversation(可是Gerald等着轮到他的时候，他的态度开始改变了。他不仅得出结论，打猎并不比他们的谈话更重要)”及划线词后“he stopped to listen(他停下来倾听)”可知，Gerald不仅开始倾听这位老人对收银员的倾诉，而且对她说的话“很感兴趣”，从语境的递进关系判断，划线词的含义是“吸引”，故选D项。 26. 推理判断题。根据第三段内容“‘You were patient with this lady,’ Gerald later said in a video recalling what had happened. ‘You did nothing but followed her conversation, listening to every word she said, and never rushing her.’(‘你对这位女士很有耐心，’Gerald后来在一段视频中回忆发生的事情时说。‘你什么也没做，只是跟着她说话，听她说的每一个字，从不催促她。’)”可知，Gerald在一家名为Dollar General的商店里看到收银员艾米丽耐心倾听一个老年顾客的讲述，Gerald把这段对话的视频发到网上，所以这条视频是关于Emily对顾客表现出的耐心，故选A项。 27. 推理判断题。根据最后一段 “‘What I’ve learned is so amazing—you can have an effect on people just by being yourself, working at the Dollar General,’ she said.(‘我所学到的是如此惊人——你可以通过在Dollar General工作，做你自己来影响别人，’她说)”可知，Emily谈到自己的感悟：有时候很容易影响别人，故选C项。 02 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市六校联合体·期末联考) B When Param Jaggi was five years old, he had a passion to take things apart to see what was inside. He started with toys and even broke a computer, which made his parents not too pleased. As he got older, he shifted from breaking things to building things, which greatly comforted his parents. In middle school. he started working on projects in his kitchen laboratory, and his first project was making biofuels. Although Jaggi’s parents initially thought his experiments were just. a boyhood fancy, he remained determined to make a difference to the environment. Eventually, his parents came around and started supporting his dreams. Jaggi’s interest continued as he grew up, but he focused more on solving real problems, especially those related to the environment. At 17, Jaggi went beyond his school projects and. co-founded Ecoviate, a company that uses technology to solve everyday energy and environmental problems. He planned to transform people’s idea that going green is expensive, by making available a series of affordable products that are easy to use. Through Ecoviate, he designed products that could contribute to a greener future. One of his notable inventions was the “CO2ube”, a device that could be attached to vehicle tailpipes to reduce carbon emissions, and it’s available to many people at low prices. He also created a smartwatch that changed body heat into energy, which can be used to power up the watch as well as mobile phones. Young Jaggi, now a third-grade college student studying engineering and economics, has become a famous eco-innovator and his company is developing promisingly. However, Jaggi’s vision to save the environment goes beyond creating products. He plans to launch an online platform through Ecoviate, which will encourage young students interested in science and technology to get actively involved in innovation and invention. Students can submit a science project online, and talk about the help that they need to make the project a reality. 24. What can we learn about Jaggi? A. He was curious by nature. B. He dreamed to be an engineer. C. He always annoyed his parents. D. He was addicted to playing toys. 25. Which of the following can best replace the underlined part “came around” in Paragraph 2? A. Won out. B. Changed their minds. C. Walked around. D. Paid a visit. 26. What drove Jaggi to develop affordable and user-friendly products? A. His love for greener devices. B. His pursuit of academic career. C. His desire to make a difference. D. His hope to boost green industry. 27. Why does Jaggie plan to launch an online platform? A. To promote smart products. B. To empower young inventors. C. To provide eco-themed courses. D. To offer environmentalists funds. 【答案】24. A 25. B 26. C 27. B 【语篇导读】本文是记叙文。它讲述了Param Jaggi从小对拆解事物的热爱，到后来转变为创造事物，特别是关注环境问题的解决。 24. 推理判断题。根据第一段“When Param Jaggi was five years old, he had a passion to take things apart to see what was inside. He started with toys and even broke a computer, which made his parents not too pleased.(当帕拉姆·贾吉五岁的时候，他就热衷于拆卸东西看看里面是什么。他从玩具开始，甚至弄坏了一台电脑，这让他的父母很不高兴)”可知，帕拉姆·贾吉从小热衷于拆卸东西看看里面是什么，所以推知他生性好奇，故选A项。 25. 词句猜测题。根据前文“Although Jaggi’s parents initially thought his experiments were just. a boyhood fancy, he remained determined to make a difference to the environment.(尽管贾吉的父母最初认为他的实验只是男孩子的一时兴起，但他仍然坚定地想要为环境做出改变)”以及后文“started supporting his dreams(开始支持他的梦想)”可知，起初，贾吉的父母认为他的实验只是男孩子的一时兴起，后面开始支持他，所以是父母的改变了主意，推知came around意为“改变主意”，和B项意思相近，故选B项。 26. 推理判断题。根据第二段“Jaggi’s interest continued as he grew up, but he focused more on solving real problems, especially those related to the environment.(贾吉的兴趣随着年龄的增长而持续，但他更加专注于解决现实问题，尤其是与环境相关的问题)”以及第三段“At 17, Jaggi went beyond his school projects and. co-founded Ecoviate, a company that uses technology to solve everyday energy and environmental problems. He planned to transform people’s idea that going green is expensive, by making available a series of affordable products that are easy to use. Through Ecoviate, he designed products that could contribute to a greener future.(17岁时，贾吉超越了学校项目的范畴，与他人共同创立了Ecoviate公司，该公司利用技术解决日常的能源和环境问题。他计划通过提供一系列易用且价格实惠的产品来改变人们认为环保成本高昂的观念。通过Ecoviate，他设计了一些有助于创造更绿色未来的产品)”可知，贾吉决心为环境做出改变，他认为绿色是昂贵的观念需要改变，因此他计划推出一系列价格实惠、易于使用的产品。这表明他开发这些产品的驱动力是他想要为环境和社会做出改变，即他的渴望有所不同，故选C项。 27. 细节理解题。根据最后一段“Young Jaggi, now a third-grade college student studying engineering and economics, has become a famous eco-innovator and his company is developing promisingly. However, Jaggi’s vision to save the environment goes beyond creating products. He plans to launch an online platform through Ecoviate, which will encourage young students interested in science and technology to get actively involved in innovation and invention. Students can submit a science project online, and talk about the help that they need to make the project a reality.(年轻的贾吉现在是一名学习工程和经济学的三年级大学生，他已经成为了一位著名的生态创新者，他的公司发展前景看好。然而，贾吉拯救环境的愿景不仅仅局限于创造产品。他计划通过Ecoviate推出一个在线平台，鼓励对科学和技术感兴趣的年轻学生积极参与创新和发明。学生可以在线提交科学项目，并谈论他们需要帮助才能使项目成为现实的相关事宜)”可知，贾吉计划通过Ecoviate推出一个在线平台，鼓励对科学和技术感兴趣的年轻学生积极参与创新和发明。因此，贾吉计划推出在线平台的目的是为了赋能年轻的发明家，让他们有更多的机会去创新和发明，故选B项。 03 (2023-2024学年高一下·苏州市·期末统考) B Donating blood gives a ray of hope to someone in need. That’s why Josephine Michaluk, an 81-year-old woman from Canada, is devoted to helping others in this way. In fact, she is the record holder for the most units of blood donated in a lifetime. Michaluk’s kindness all began in 1965 at the age of 22 when she attended a blood donation event with her sister. Since then, she has been devoted to donating blood for as long as her body allows her to. Last year, at the age of 80, she officially earned the Guinness World Records title for the most whole blood donated by a female. She had donated 203 pints(品脱)of blood at that point. Thus far, she has reached a total of 209 blood donations, and she isn’t done yet. The inspiring woman continues to maintain over four donations annually. Her O+ blood type is highly desired in medical settings, as it is a more universal match than any other positive blood types. The Red Cross Donation states that O+ makes up 38% of the population in the United States. This generous woman’s contributions continue to help reinforce the supply of blood that can be life-saving. The kindhearted Canadian mentions the physical examination that is completed before any donation. This may include checking blood pressure, hemoglobin(血红蛋白)levels, and pulse rate of the potential donor. Even after donating a pint of blood, Michaluk mentions that she feels refreshed. Each donation of a pint from start to finish takes about 75 minutes. Throughout her lifetime, Michaluk has spent roughly 15, 675 minutes donating blood. She intends to go ahead to help others as long as she can. Photographed with a shirt that reads, “Are you the type to save a life?” she challenges others to step outside of their comfort zone to help people around the world. 24. What can we learn about Michaluk from the first two paragraphs? A. She donates blood for material rewards. B. She is eager to become a record holder. C. She was encouraged by her sister to donate blood. D. She will continue to donate blood if physically fit. 25. What does the underlined word “reinforce” probably mean in paragraph 3? A. Balance. B. Influence. C. Strengthen. D. Ensure. 26. What is a possible reason for mentioning how Michaluk feels in paragraph 4? A. To draw attention to the health of the elderly. B. To explain the process of physical examination. C. To prove blood donation suits people of all ages. D. To serve as an inspiration to others to donate blood. 27. What does the author think of Josephine Michaluk? A. Generous. B. Humorous. C. Talented. D. Independent. 【答案】24. D 25. C 26. D 27. A 【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了加拿大81岁女性Josephine Michaluk的献血事迹。她的O+血型在医疗领域非常宝贵，因为这是一种更普遍的匹配血型。她通过献血帮助了无数需要帮助的人，并且鼓励其他人也走出舒适区，参与献血，拯救生命。 24. 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Michaluk’s kindness all began in 1965 at the age of 22 when she attended a blood donation event with her sister. Since then, she has been devoted to donating blood for as long as her body allows her to.(Michaluk的善举始于1965年，当时她22岁，和姐姐一起参加了一次献血活动。从那时起，只要她的身体允许，她就一直致力于献血)”以及“Thus far, she has reached a total of 209 blood donations, and she isn’t done yet.(到目前为止，她已经捐了209次血，而且她还没有结束)”可知，Michaluk自1965年22岁时开始献血，并一直持续献血，到目前为止，她已经捐了209次血，而且只要身体允许她将继续献血；由此可知，如果身体健康，她将继续献血，故选D。 25. 词义猜测题。根据划线词前面的内容“Her O+ blood type is highly desired in medical settings, as it is a more universal match than any other positive blood types. The Red Cross Donation states that O+ makes up 38% of the population in the United States.(她的O+型血型在医疗领域非常受欢迎，因为这种血型比其他阳性血型更普遍。红十字会的捐赠指出，O+型人群占美国人口的38%)”以及划线词后面的内容“... the supply of blood that can be life-saving.(……血液的供应可以挽救生命)”可知，Michaluk的O+型血型在医疗领域非常受欢迎，因为这种血型比其他阳性血型更普遍，所以她的献血行为对于血液供应的积极影响，即她的献血行为有助于加强或增强能够挽救生命的血液供应。故推断划线词与C选项“Strengthen.(增强)”为同义词，故选C。 26. 推理判断题。根据第四段中“Even after donating a pint of blood, Michaluk mentions that she feels refreshed.(即使捐了一品脱血，Michaluk也觉得精神焕发)”可知，此处提及Michaluk献血后感到精神焕发，这可能是为了展示献血对个人健康的积极影响，并激励其他人也参与献血，故选D。 27. 推理判断题。通读全文，文章讲述了加拿大81岁女性Josephine Michaluk的献血事迹。自1965年22岁时开始献血以来，她一直持续献血，至今已经累计献血209次，成为世界上献血次数最多的女性。她的O+血型在医疗领域非常宝贵，因为这是一种更普遍的匹配血型。米查卢克通过献血帮助了无数需要帮助的人，并且鼓励其他人也走出舒适区，参与献血，拯救生命，由此作者认为她是一个慷慨的人。A选项“Generous.(慷慨的)”符合题意，故选A。 04 (2023-2024学年高一下·无锡市·期末统考) B Back in the summer of 2017, I was busy studying in Beijing when I suddenly got homesick for some Western food. So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it —whole chicken! In my head, I imagined a juicy, tender(嫩的)whole bird with perfectly crispy(酥脆的)browned skin with a side of mashed potatoes(土豆泥): just the way it is always prepared in America, right? For some reason, I never stopped to think that the Chinese definition of a “whole chicken” might be different from my assumptions. I waved a waiter over and hurriedly pointed to the line on the menu to show my food request. Finally, I would be able to satisfy my eagerness! Yet, when the bird finally landed on my plate, my wide grin(咧嘴笑)turned to one of shock. Rather than a golden crispy brown, the skin was instead bright yellow. But the most obvious was something that I would rather not have seen at all: the head! In all my years of eating chicken, I had never seen the head still attached to the rest of the body. Yet here it was, staring back at me. In America, although people understand where meat comes from, the way food is presented means they aren’t reminded of the living animal it once was. When staring face-to-face with the dead bird on my plate, that fact was made much more apparent. Still, I carried on, trying to ignore the head while I dug into the chicken breast(胸脯肉). But, even here, I found organs(器官)like the heart and lungs that had not been totally removed. Finally, I gave up and just focused on the rice instead. Afterward, I came to understand chicken is almost always served with the head in Chinese dishes. Although my tolerance for food has expanded since then, I will never forget the first time I ordered a whole chicken and got more than what I had expected. 24. Why did the author go to eat a whole chicken? A. He missed the food of his home country. B. He wanted to try Chinese-style chicken. C. He came across a unique restaurant. D. He liked its picture on the menu. 25. What shocked the author most? A. The chicken’s size. B. The chicken’s dark color. C. The chicken not being crispy. D. The chicken served with its head. 26. Why did the author give up eating the chicken finally? A. He disliked its taste. B. He preferred the rice. C. He found organs inside. D. He missed American food. 27. What does the author think of Chinese food in the end? A. Acceptable. B. Scary. C. Tasty. D. Comfortable. 28. What does the passage mainly talk about? A. Eating habits in China. B. Cooking style of Chinese chicken. C. My homesickness in China. D. My first taste of a chicken in China. 【答案】24. A 25. D 26. C 27. A 28. D 【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者在中国首次尝试吃整鸡的经历。 24. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Back in the summer of 2017, I was busy studying in Beijing when I suddenly got homesick for some Western food.”(2017年夏天，我在北京忙于学习，突然很想念西方的食物)，根据第二段“So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it —whole chicken!”(所以，我在附近的街道上徘徊，直到我遇到一家餐馆，终于找到了它——全鸡！)可知，作者去吃整鸡是因为他想念他的家乡食物，故选A。 25. 细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Yet, when the bird finally landed on my plate, my wide grin(咧嘴笑)turned to one of shock. Rather than a golden crispy brown, the skin was instead bright yellow. But the most obvious was something that I would rather not have seen at all: the head!”(然而，当鸡最终落在我的盘子里时，我的笑容变成了震惊。皮肤不是金黄色的，而是亮黄色的。但最明显的是我宁愿不看到的东西：头！)可知，作者最震惊的是鸡带着头被端上来，故选D。 26. 细节理解题。根据文章第六段“But, even here, I found organs(器官)like the heart and lungs that had not been totally removed. Finally, I gave up and just focused on the rice instead.”(但是，即使在这里，我发现像心脏和肺这样的器官并没有完全去除。最后，我放弃了，只是专注于吃饭)可知，作者最后放弃吃鸡是因为他发现鸡内部的器官并未完全去除，故选C。 27. 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Afterward, I came to understand chicken is almost always served with the head in Chinese dishes. Although my tolerance for food has expanded since then, I will never forget the first time I ordered a whole chicken and got more than what I had expected.”(后来，我明白了，在中国的菜肴中，鸡几乎总是带着头。尽管从那时起，我的食物接受度扩大了，但我永远不会忘记我第一次点了一只整鸡，得到的比我预期的要多)可知，作者认为中国食物是可以接受的，故选A。 28. 主旨大意题。根据第二段“根据第二段“So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it —whole chicken!”(所以，我在附近的街道上徘徊，直到我遇到一家餐馆，终于找到了它——全鸡！)”以及下文具体描写了作者吃整只鸡的经历可知，文章主要讲述了作者在中国首次尝试吃整鸡的经历，故选D。 05 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市·期末统考) B In late spring and early summer each year, tens of millions of butterflies come out of their chrysalises(蚕蛹)in the butterfly valley in southwest China’s Yunnan province. For butterfly expert Yang Zhenwen, it is the busiest time of the year, but he greets it with great enthusiasm. Before the break of dawn, Yang has already arrived at the observation point, busily tending to the needs of the awakening butterflies. “Due to warmer temperatures, the ‘butterfly explosion’ this year occurred slightly earlier than usual, and the size of the butterflies is larger than that in previous years,” said 46-year-old Yang, curator(馆长)of the butterfly valley museum. “We expect that there will be about 80 million to 100 million butterflies in the valley during this year’s ‘butterfly explosion’. That seems so crazy,” said Yang. According to Yang, in the valley, more than 320 butterfly species have been identified in specimens or photographs, including the rarest, most primitive, largest and smallest butterflies in China. Besides Yang, many local villages have also assumed the role of butterfly guardians. However, the journey toward achieving human-butterfly harmony was far from easy. Some two decades ago, the villagers had little awareness of butterfly protection, believing wrongly that butterflies could endanger their food crops. They viewed them as pests that should be removed. In 1998, Yang began his journey at the agricultural science station in Ma’an’di Township, the very place where the butterfly valley lies. “It was there that I got into a frequent dilemma— the local villagers, seeking to protect their crops, would often turn to pesticides to kill the butterflies,” he said. “However, my sincere love for these creatures forced me to prevent them from harming the delicate insects.” Now, the development of ecotourism relying on butterfly resources has successfully changed the once extremely poor township. More villagers have started reproducing butterflies. He describes the butterfly valley as a “dream-making machine”, which extends the “butterfly dream” of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. 24. What made Yang’s aim to reach human-butterfly harmony hard in the beginning? A. Warm temperatures in local villages. B. The number and size of the butterflies. C. Improper location of the butterfly valley. D. Lack of awareness of butterfly protection. 25. What does the underlined word “dilemma” in paragraph 4 mean? A. A choice difficult to make. B. A fact easy to understand. C. A duty hard to carry out. D. A situation smooth to deal with. 26. Which of the following best describe Yang Zhenwen? A. Honest and professional. B. Humorous and creative. C. Hard-working and strong-willed. D. Generous and easy-going. 27. Which can be a suitable title for the passage? A. Changing the Poor State of a Town B. Volunteering as a Butterfly Guardian C. Helping Butterflies Spread Their Wings D. Developing a Relationship with the Locals 【答案】24. D 25. A 26. C 27. C 【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了蝴蝶专家杨振文多年来致力于保护蝴蝶，描述了他为蝴蝶的保护工作付出的努力。 24. 细节理解题。根据第三段“Some two decades ago, the villagers had little awareness of butterfly protection, believing wrongly that butterflies could endanger their food crops. They viewed them as pests that should be removed.(大约20年前，村民们对蝴蝶保护知之甚少，错误地认为蝴蝶会危害他们的粮食作物。他们认为它们是应该消灭的害虫)”可知，缺乏保护蝴蝶的意识让杨想要达成人与蝴蝶和谐的目标在一开始变得困难，故选D。 25. 词义猜测题。根据划线词后文“the local villagers, seeking to protect their crops, would often turn to pesticides to kill the butterflies”以及“However, my sincere love for these creatures forced me to prevent them from harming the delicate insects”可知，一方面当地村民为了保护自己的庄稼，经常使用杀虫剂来杀死蝴蝶，另一方面杨振文对这些生物真挚的爱迫使他阻止他们伤害这些脆弱的昆虫。即他面临一个很难做出的选择。故划线词意思是“一个很难做出的选择”，故选A。 27. 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“In 1998, Yang began his journey at the agricultural science station in Ma’an’di Township, the very place where the butterfly valley lies.( 1998年，杨在蝴蝶谷所在的马安地乡农业科学站开始了他的旅程)”以及最后一段“Now, the development of ecotourism relying on butterfly resources has successfully changed the once extremely poor township. More villagers have started reproducing butterflies. He describes the butterfly valley as a “dream-making machine”, which extends the “butterfly dream” of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.(如今，依托蝴蝶资源开发生态旅游，成功地改变了这个曾经极度贫困的小镇。越来越多的村民开始繁殖蝴蝶。他将蝴蝶谷描述为“造梦机器”，延伸了人与自然和谐共处的“蝴蝶梦)”可推知，杨振文工作努力，意志坚强，故选C。 28. 主旨大意题。根据第一段“In late spring and early summer each year, tens of millions of butterflies come out of their chrysalises(蚕蛹)in the butterfly valley in southwest China’s Yunnan province. For butterfly expert Yang Zhenwen, it is the busiest time of the year, but he greets it with great enthusiasm.(每年春末夏初，在中国西南部云南省的蝴蝶谷，数以千万计的蝴蝶从蛹中出来。对于蝴蝶专家杨振文来说，这是一年中最忙的时候，但他却以极大的热情迎接它)”结合文章主要介绍了蝴蝶专家杨振文多年来致力于保护蝴蝶，描述了他为蝴蝶的保护工作付出的努力。可知，C选项“帮助蝴蝶展翅”最符合文章标题，故选C。 06 (2023-2024学年高一下·常州市溧阳市·期末统考) B Li Dan works as a teacher at East China Jiaotong University in Jiangxi Province. During her spare time, she recreates ancient Chinese delicacies that have been all but lost to history. Li began working on the project in August 2020, and so far the many traditional dishes she has created include more than 60 from Dream of the Red Mansions, one of China’s four greatest classic novels. To recreate the dishes, she has had to refer to books on traditional recipes, agriculture and even traditional Chinese medicine to learn and adopt traditional techniques. “I’ve liked the novel since I was a kid because I was always impressed by the food described in it. Its illustration of the dishes vividly shows the elegance of life in that era, so I have been trying to revive them,” said Li. “I make these delicacies in the hope that more people will read the novel.” Li says that one of the biggest challenges is recreating dishes that require highly seasonal ingredients. If all of her trial dishes fail during the short season, she needs to wait one year to try again. The most difficult dishes she has ever attempted are chicken skin soup with pickled bamboo shoots, and dried eggplant. It took her more than two weeks to finish each of the dishes. “Clothing and buildings can all be well looked after, whereas food can seldom be conserved in museums. For food, modern people have only ancient accounts to refer to,” she said. Food is one of many highlights in traditional Chinese culture. As Chinese culture is increasingly accepted by the younger generations, many online influencers like Li also have posted videos of themselves recreating ancient Chinese food. Professional chefs have also been bringing cuisines recorded in ancient books back to life, carrying forward traditional techniques. Through their efforts, the culture and folk customs behind the plate are also being brought back. 24. Why did Li recreate the dishes from Dream of the Red Mansions? A. To gain more followers online. B. To attract more people to the book. C. To carry forward traditional techniques. D. To make the dish-making process simple. 25. What brings Li challenges when she recreates traditional dishes? A. Her lack of experience in cooking. B. Her busy teaching job at university. C. The high costs of some ingredients. D. The short supply time of some ingredients. 26. What do we know about the dishes recreated by Li? A. They can be kept in museums. B. There are videos about them online. C. Professional chefs speak highly of them. D. They are from China’s four classic novels. 27. What is the best title for the text? A. New life of traditional Chinese dishes B. A hobby turned into a second career C. Media influence on traditional Chinese culture D. Traditional Chinese food shines on the world stage 【答案】24. B 25. D 26. B 27. A 【语篇导读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了一名大学老师李丹在闲暇之余，重新制作那些几乎已经失传的中国古代美食，到目前为止，她创造的传统菜肴包括 60 多种来自中国四大古典小说之一《红楼梦》的菜肴，这给中国传统美食带来了新的生机。 24. 细节理解题。根据第三段““Ive liked the novel since I was a kid because I was always impressed by the food described in it. Its illustration of the dishes vividly shows the elegance of life in that era, so I have been trying to revive them,” said Li. “I make these delicacies in the hope that more people will read the novel.”(‘我从小就喜欢这本小说，因为书中描述的食物总是给我留下深刻印象。书中对菜肴的描绘生动地展现了那个时代生活的优雅，所以我一直在努力重现它们，’李说。‘我做这些美食是希望更多的人能读到这本小说。’)”可知，李重现《红楼梦》里的菜肴是为了吸引更多人关注这本书，故选B。 25. 细节理解题。根据第四段中“Li says that one of the biggest challenges is recreating dishes that require highly seasonal ingredients. If all of her trial dishes fail during the short season, she needs to wait one year to try again.(李说，最大的挑战之一是重新制作需要季节性食材的菜肴。如果她所有的试验菜肴在短暂的季节里都失败了，她就需要等一年才能再次尝试)”可知，李在重现传统菜肴时面临的挑战事有些食材供应时间短，故选D。 26. 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“As Chinese culture is increasingly accepted by the younger generations, many online influencers like Li also have posted videos of themselves recreating ancient Chinese food.(随着中华文化越来越被年轻一代所接受，许多像李这样的网络红人也发布了自己重现古代中国美食的视频)”可知，网上有关于李重现这些食物的视频，故选B。 27. 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“Li Dan works as a teacher at East China Jiaotong University in Jiangxi Province. During her spare time, she recreates ancient Chinese delicacies that have been all but lost to history.(李丹是江西华东交通大学的一名教师。闲暇之余，她会重新制作那些几乎已经失传的中国古代美食)”和第二段中“Li began working on the project in August 2020, and so far the many traditional dishes she has created include more than 60 from Dream of the Red Mansions, one of China’s four greatest classic novels.(李于 2020 年 8 月开始从事该项目，到目前为止，她创造的传统菜肴包括 60 多种来自中国四大古典小说之一《红楼梦》的菜肴)”以及最后一段中“Through their efforts, the culture and folk customs behind the plate are also being brought back.(通过他们的努力，盘子背后的文化和民俗也正在被带回来)”可知，文章主要讲述了一名大学老师李丹在闲暇之余，重新制作那些几乎已经失传的中国古代美食，到目前为止，她创造的传统菜肴包括 60 多种来自中国四大古典小说之一《红楼梦》的菜肴，这给中国传统美食带来了新的生机，A项“传统中餐的新生命”适合作文章标题，故选A。 07 (2023-2024学年高一下·南通市·期末统考) B On August 21, 1911, a plumber(水管工)in the Louvre Museum in Paris noticed a man standing in front of a door, unable to open it because of the missing doorknob(门把). The plumber used his key to open the door for the man, who was dressed in a white uniform of the Louvre’s maintenance staff(维护人员). In fact, the unknown man had something very valuable hidden underneath his uniform: Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. The security was unbelievably terrible, especially on a painting with the then-insignificant reputation of the Mona Lisa. No one was even aware of the theft(偷窃)until the next day when a painter named Louis Beroud came to copy the painting. An alarm was raised, and police later found the glass box in a service stairway. Days passed, but no evidence was found. Great anger quickly grew and spread among the public and press. But no one could even figure out a motive for the theft. “Why the theft happened is a mystery to me, as I consider the picture valueless in the hands of a private individual,” said the assistant curator(馆长), Monsieur Benedite. Two years of silence followed, and the theft was almost forgotten. Then a man calling himself “Leonardo” contacted Alfredo Geri, an art dealer in Florence, Italy, saying he had the Mona Lisa and meant to return the painting to da Vinci’s homeland. Geri managed to talk“Leonardo”into bringing the painting to Florence, promising him 500, 000 lire for his effort. The police were brought in and“Leonardo”was found to be Vincenzo Peruggia, a house painter, with a little secret ambition in life. After a lengthy trial, Peruggia, for some reason, was only sentenced to one year and 15 days in jail, later reduced to seven months and nine days. Despite different versions of the story in some details, the punishment proved to be a small price to pay for the greatest art theft of the 20th century. 24. Why did the plumber help the thief open the door? A. He just played his part in their plan. B. He cared little about the painting at all. C. He took the man for a common worker. D. He worried about being killed by the thief. 25. What contributed most to the success of the theft? A. The safety measures weren’t strict. B. The police didn’t try their best at all. C. The picture enjoyed significant fame. D. The assistant curator was irresponsible. 26. What is Paragraph 4 mainly about? A. A further description of the Mona Lisa. B. A reasonable doubt about the theft. C. The process of the thief’s being caught. D. The importance of bringing in the police. 27. What can we learn from the passage? A. Peruggia was slightly punished for the theft. B. People then showed little interest in the theft. C. The theft added to the value of the Mona Lisa. D. The thief paid little money for the Mona Lisa. 【答案】24. C 25. A 26. C 27. A 【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲的是让《蒙娜丽莎》闻名于世的100多年前的一起惊天盗窃案。 24. 细节理解题。根据第一段的“The plumber used his key to open the door for the man, who was dressed in a white uniform of the Louvre’s maintenance staff(维护人员).(水管工用钥匙为身穿卢浮宫维修人员白色制服的男子打开了门)”可知，水管工把这个贼误认为普通员工给他开了门，故选C。 25. 细节理解题。根据第二段的“The security was unbelievably terrible, especially on a painting with the then-insignificant reputation of the Mona Lisa. No one was even aware of the theft(偷窃)until the next day when a painter named Louis Beroud came to copy the painting.(安保措施令人难以置信地糟糕，尤其是在当时名气不大的《蒙娜丽莎》这幅画上。直到第二天，一位名叫路易斯·贝鲁德的画家来临摹这幅画时，甚至没有人知道盗窃)”可知，安全措施不严格导致了盗窃的成功，故选A。 26. 主旨大意题。根据第四段的“Then a man calling himself “Leonardo” contacted Alfredo Geri, an art dealer in Florence, Italy, saying he had the Mona Lisa and meant to return the painting to da Vinci’s homeland. Geri managed to talk “Leonardo” into bringing the painting to Florence, promising him 500, 000 lire for his effort. The police were brought in and “Leonardo” was found to be Vincenzo Peruggia, a house painter, with a little secret ambition in life.(后来，一名自称“列奥纳多”的男子联系了意大利佛罗伦萨的艺术品经销商阿尔弗雷多·格里，说他有《蒙娜丽莎》，打算把这幅画归还给达·芬奇的故乡。格里设法说服了“列奥纳多”把这幅画带到佛罗伦萨，并承诺给他50万英镑的奖金。警方介入后，发现“列奥纳多”其实是文森佐·佩鲁贾(Vincenzo Peruggia)，一个房屋油漆工，在生活中有一个小小的秘密野心)”可知，本段主要讲述贼被抓住的过程，故选C。 27. 细节理解题。根据最后一段的“After a lengthy trial, Peruggia, for some reason, was only sentenced to one year and 15 days in jail, later reduced to seven months and nine days. Despite different versions of the story in some details, the punishment proved to be a small price to pay for the greatest art theft of the 20th century.(经过漫长的审判，由于某种原因，佩鲁贾只被判处一年零15天的监禁，后来减为7个月零9天。尽管在一些细节上有不同的说法，但事实证明，与20世纪最大的艺术品盗窃案相比，这种惩罚只是一个小小的代价)”可知，佩鲁贾因偷窃而受到轻微惩罚，故选A。 08 (2023-2024学年高一下·宿迁市泗阳县·期末统考) B Mike Goldberg spent his early career working in financial services, putting in long hours for 12 years. He said, “I was just chasing money. It just wasn’t true to my core.” In 1996, Goldberg left his job and his home in Los Angeles to follow his passion for underwater diving. As a keen diver, Goldberg developed a strong appreciation for the coral reefs and their significant role in the marine ecosystem. They not only support all kinds of species, but they protect coastal areas, and millions of people depend on them for food and jobs. Over the last two decades, he has seen coral reefs in the Florida Keys go from colorful and full of life to endangered today. Now, many of the reefs in the area cannot recover naturally on their own and require human intervention to survive. Goldberg knew he needed to do something to help and wanted to find a way to get others involved. “I know more about the history of and what’s happening now to the reefs than most people,” he said, “I'm not a scientist, but that puts me in a unique position to communicate in layman’s terms about what's going on.” He realized that recreational divers could be a great workforce to help turn around the damage and restore the reefs. Around the same time, he met Dr. Kylie Smith. They spent hours at Goldberg’s dive shop discussing the health of the reefs. In 2019, they teamed up to co-found LCARE, with the goal of empowering divers to help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations. LCARE organizes special coral restoration dives for local and out-of-town participants. They spend the day learning about the importance of coral reefs and how to help rebuild them, and then they go on dives to transplant coral grown in a local nursery. So far, the organization has transplanted more than 10, 000 corals and educated more than 2, 000 people. The LCARE team monitors and maintains all of the transplanted corals, making sure they’re thriving. 24. Why did Goldberg leave his job and home in Los Angeles? A. To pursue his passion. B. To protect coral reefs. C. To learn the role of corals. D. To start a new career. 25. What can we learn from Goldberg’s words in paragraph 3? A. Most people are ignorant of coral reefs. B. He had an advantage in getting others involved. C. Scientists can communicate using scientific terms. D. He succeeded in helping many reefs recover naturally. 26. What do we know about LCARE? A. Its members are mainly local divers. B. It was founded by Dr. Kylie Smith. C. It is to ensure the survival of sealife. D. It has helped restore the coral reefs. 27. Which of the following best describes Goldberg? A. Kindhearted and humorous. B. Creative and honest. C. Determined and responsible. D. Brave and generous. 【答案】24. A 25. B 26. D 27. C 【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述潜水员Mike Goldberg成立组织 LCARE恢复珊瑚礁的故事。 24. 细节理解题。由文章第二段“In 1996, Goldberg left his job and his home in Los Angeles to follow his passion for underwater diving.(1996年，Goldberg离开了洛杉矶的工作和家，追随他对水下潜水的激情)”可知，Goldberg离开了他在洛杉矶的工作和家，去追求他对水下潜水的激情，故选A项。 25. 推理判断题。由文章第三段“Goldberg knew he needed to do something to help and wanted to find a way to get others involved.(Goldberg知道他需要做些什么来帮助别人，并想找到一种让其他人参与进来的方法)”和“‘I know more about the history of and what’s happening now to the reefs than most people,’ he said,‘I’m not a scientist, but that puts me in a unique position to communicate in layman’s terms about what’s going on.’(‘我比大多数人更了解珊瑚礁的历史和现在发生的事情，’他说，‘我不是科学家，但这使我处于一个独特的位置，可以用外行人的语言来交流正在发生的事情。’)”可知，Goldberg在让其他人参与进来方面有优势，故选B项。 26. 细节理解题。由文章第四段“In 2019, they teamed up to co-found LCARE, with the goal of empowering divers to help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations.(2019年，他们合作共同创建了LCARE，目的是让潜水员能够帮助恢复该地区的珊瑚礁，确保它们为子孙后代生存)”以及最后一段“So far, the organization has transplanted more than 10, 000 corals and educated more than 2, 000 people. The LCARE team monitors and maintains all of the transplanted corals, making sure they’re thriving.( 到目前为止，该组织已经移植了1万多个珊瑚，并教育了2000多人。LCARE团队监控并维护所有移植的珊瑚，确保它们茁壮成长)”可知，LCARE已经帮助恢复了珊瑚礁，故选D项。 27. 推理判断题。由文章第三段“Goldberg knew he needed to do something to help and wanted to find a way to get others involved. “I know more about the history of and what’s happening now to the reefs than most people,” he said, “I'm not a scientist, but that puts me in a unique position to communicate in layman’s terms about what's going on.”(戈德堡知道他需要做些什么来帮助别人，并想找到一种方法让其他人参与进来。“我比大多数人更了解珊瑚礁的历史和现在发生的事情，”他说，“我不是科学家，但这让我处在一个独特的位置，可以用外行人的语言来交流发生的事情。”)”可以看出，Goldberg对于让大家认识到珊瑚礁的状况是坚定的，有决心的，再由倒数第二段“They spent hours at Goldberg’s dive shop discussing the health of the reefs. In 2019, they teamed up to co-found LCARE, with the goal of empowering divers to help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations.(他们花了几个小时在戈德堡的潜水店讨论珊瑚礁的健康状况。2019年，他们合作成立了LCARE，目标是让潜水员帮助恢复该地区的珊瑚礁，确保后代的生存)”可以看出，他对于保护珊瑚礁这项任务又是负责任的，故选C项。 09 (2023-2024学年高一下·徐州市·期末统考) B Sia Godika was 13 when she noticed the barefoot children of construction workers at a building site near her house in Bangalore, India. “Their feet were bare, dirty, cracked and bleeding,” reflects Sia, “They were just walking around that building site like it was an everyday practice for them.” And it was in that moment that Sia realized how lucky she herself was. She went back home and opened her closet doors, seeing shoes piled up high. She headed to her mother’s closet next, literally dusting off spiderwebs from some shoes. Then she rushed to give them all away to the barefoot children. Later that year, with the help of her parents, Sia founded Sole Warriors, a charity organization devoted to providing footwear for those in need, as is clearly shown by its motto: “Donate a sole(鞋底), save a soul.” Telephone calls from people who wanted to help came flooding in. For months, Sia stayed up till 2 a. m, contacting people and dealing with related affairs. Now in its fifth year, the organization collects used footwear, repairs it and donates the finished products to people in need. In its first campaign, Sole Warriors gave out 700 pairs of shoes. Today that number stands at around 28, 000, thanks to the hard work of a team of about 80 volunteers. But the oragnisation’s growth wasn’t without its challenges. When Sia was trying to find a company which was willing to repair and clean up the worn-out shoes free of charge, she faced one difficulty after another before finding a partner in India’s Pressto Cobbler. “Being a 13-year-old, I did face a lot of bias(偏见)because at my age, people were less willing to hear me out,” says Sia. In recognition of her impact, in 2021 Sia was given the Diana Award, one of the greatest honours a young person can receive for social work. But her work isn’t done.  “Our goal has always been to touch a million feet,” she  says. 24. What does the underlined part indicate? A. Sia’s parents cared for others very much. B. Actually spiderwebs covered some shoes. C. Her mother’s closet was covered with dust. D. The shoes hadn’t been worn for a long time. 25. Why did Sia set up Sole Warriors? A. To provide free shoes for those in need. B. To improve her problem-solving ability. C. To encourage people to buy only what they need. D. To win the Diana Award for social contributions. 26. What challenge did Sia face in running the organization? A. Few people would donate shoes. B. The running costs were too high. C. Communicating ability prevented her. D. She had difficulty finding a cooperator. 27. Which can serve as the best title for the text? A. Clothes do not make the man. B. Walk in someone else’s shoes. C. Learn to walk before you run. D. Life without difficulties is too dull. 【答案】24. D 25. A 26. D 27. B 【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了Sia Godika在13岁时注意到建筑工地上的赤脚儿童，她意识到自己的幸运，并决定将自己和母亲的鞋子捐给这些儿童。后来，她在父母的帮助下创立了Sole Warriors，这是一个致力于为有需要的人提供鞋子的慈善组织。 24. 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“She went back home and opened her closet doors, seeing shoes piled up high.”(她回到家，打开衣柜门，看到鞋子堆得很高)以及“literally dusting off spiderwebs from some shoes”(从一些鞋子上真正地擦掉蜘蛛网)可推知，这些鞋子已经很长时间没有被穿过了，故选D。 25. 推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Sia founded Sole Warriors, a charity organization devoted to providing footwear for those in need”(Sia创立了Sole Warriors，这是一个致力于为有需要的人提供鞋子的慈善组织)可推知，Sia设立Sole Warriors的目的是为有需要的人提供免费的鞋子，故选A。 26. 细节理解题。根据文章第四段“When Sia was trying to find a company which was willing to repair and clean up the worn-out shoes free of charge, she faced one difficulty after another before finding a partner in India’s Pressto Cobbler.”(当Sia试图寻找一家愿意免费修理和清理旧鞋的公司时，她遇到了一个又一个困难，直到找到了印度的Pressto Cobbler合作伙伴)可推知，Sia在运营组织时面临的挑战是找到合作伙伴，故选D。 27. 主旨大意题。根据文章大意以及第三段“Later that year, with the help of her parents, Sia founded Sole Warriors, a charity organization devoted to providing footwear for those in need, as is clearly shown by its motto: “Donate a sole(鞋底), save a soul.””(那年晚些时候，在父母和社区志愿者的帮助下，西娅成立了Sole Warriors，这是一家致力于为有需要的人提供鞋子的慈善机构，其座右铭是：“捐赠一个鞋底，拯救一个灵魂。”)可知，文章主要讲的是主人公西娅在她家附近的一个建筑工地注意到建筑工人的孩子光着脚并且流血，于是在父母和社区志愿者的帮助下，成立了Sole Warriors，这是一家致力于为有需要的人提供鞋子的慈善机构的故事。由此可知，文章最好的标题是“设身处地为别人着想”，故选B。 10 (2023-2024学年高一下·淮安市·期末统考) B A woman, who was given a virtual reality headset(虚拟现实耳机)experience for her 103rd birthday, chose a walk along a local cliff(悬崖)path — just near her care home. Joyce Penfold put on the headset and treadmill(踏车)combination which can transport people around the world or universe. She was given the opportunity with help from the University of Plymouth’s ‘Generating Older Active Lives Digitally’ program. Joyce was previously given the chance to try the ROVR, choosing to take a virtual trip to the seaside in Godrevy, Hayle. There she saw a lighthouse in the sea. She liked the technology so much the GOALD team gave her another go at her 103rd birthday party at Tresillian House. That time she chose Maker Heights, just 63 miles from her Falmouth retirement home. “Usually the only time I go out is when my daughter takes me out, and the furthest we go is just a few miles, for a coffee perhaps and a good old chat,” said Joyce. The team at the University of Plymouth is attempting to study how technology impacts on the health and well-being of older people. The headset works with an omni-directional(全方向的)treadmill, which allows the user to move in any direction — this gives users the chance to move around freely in a virtual environment as if they were actually there. “I wasn’t totally surprised because she does accept everything that’s new. I think she was over 70 when she took her first aeroplane flight, so nothing puts her off,” said Joyce’s daughter, Maria Blagden. “We’re really interested in the use of technology to support physical activity for older adults, and for us this technology has a lot of potential in that regard. As people walk on the treadmill, they get to explore the virtual worlds, and having a range of places to be explored creates a motivation(动力)to be active,” said Dr. Hannah Bradwell, Digital Health Research Fellow for UoP’s GOALD project. 24. What was Joyce’s 103rd birthday gift? A. A virtual reality headset. B. A virtual trip to Maker Heights. C. A journey to Godrevy, Hayle. D. A tour to her care home on a treadmill. 25. What does the team at the University of Plymouth want to learn about? A. The physical conditions of the older people. B. The new function of a virtual reality headset. C. The ways of moving a treadmill in any direction. D. The effect of technology on the fitness of the aged. 26. What is Bradwell’s attitude towards the use of technology? A. Favorable. B. Unclear. C. Indifferent. D. Doubtful. 27. What do we know about Joyce Penfold? A. She was lonely and went mad with boredom. B. She was energetic and had a liking for field trips. C. She was curious and had a sense of adventure. D. She was considerate and showed a spirit of youth. 【答案】24. B 25. D 26. A 27. C 【语篇导读】本文为一篇记叙文。文章讲述了103岁的Joyce Penfold通过虚拟现实耳机体验了一次沿着当地悬崖路径的散步。这项技术由普利茅斯大学“数字化生成老年活跃生活”项目提供，旨在研究科技如何影响老年人的健康与福祉。 24. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“A woman, who was given a virtual reality headset(虚拟现实耳机)experience for her 103rd birthday, chose a walk along a local cliff(悬崖)path—just near her care home.(一位女士在103岁生日时获得了虚拟现实耳机体验，她选择了沿着当地的悬崖小径散步——就在她的养老院附近)”以及第二段“That time she chose Maker Heights, just 63 miles from her Falmouth retirement home.(那一次，她选择了Maker Heights，距离她的法尔茅斯养老院只有63英里)”可知，这位老妇人103岁的生日礼物是去Maker Heights这个地方的一次虚拟旅程，故选B。 25. 推理判断题。根据文章第四段“The team at the University of Plymouth is attempting to study how technology impacts on the health and well-being of older people. The headset works with an omni-directional(全方向的)treadmill, which allows the user to move in any direction—this gives users the chance to move around freely in a virtual environment as if they were actually there.(普利茅斯大学的研究小组正试图研究科技如何影响老年人的健康和幸福。这款耳机与一个全方位的跑步机配合使用，用户可以向任何方向移动——这让用户有机会在虚拟环境中自由移动，就像他们真的在那里一样)”可知，普林茅斯大学的这个图案为想要研究的是科技对老年人身体健康的影响，故选D。 26. 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“ ‘We’re really interested in the use of technology to support physical activity for older adults, and for us this technology has a lot of potential in that regard. As people walk on the treadmill, they get to explore the virtual worlds, and having a range of places to be explored creates a motivation(动力)to be active,’ said Dr. Hannah Bradwell, Digital Health Research Fellow for UoP’s GOALD project.(“我们对利用技术来支持老年人的体育活动非常感兴趣，对我们来说，这项技术在这方面有很大的潜力。当人们在跑步机上行走时，他们可以探索虚拟世界，有一系列的地方可以探索，这就激发了人们积极运动的动力，”UoP GOALD项目的数字健康研究员汉娜·布拉德韦尔博士说)”可知，她对这个科技的运用是呈支持态度的，故选A。 27. 推理判断题。根据文章第一段“A woman, who was given a virtual reality headset(虚拟现实耳机)experience for her 103rd birthday, chose a walk along a local cliff(悬崖)path—just near her care home. Joyce Penfold put on the headset and treadmill(踏车)combination which can transport people around the world or universe.(一位女士在103岁生日时获得了虚拟现实耳机体验，她选择了沿着当地的悬崖小径散步——就在她的养老院附近。Joyce Penfold戴上了耳机和跑步机的组合，它可以把人带到世界各地或宇宙各地)”以及第二段“Joyce was previously given the chance to try the ROVR, choosing to take a virtual trip to the seaside in Godrevy, Hayle.(乔伊斯之前有机会尝试ROVR，选择在海勒戈德雷维的海边进行虚拟旅行)”以及“That time she chose Maker Heights, just 63 miles from her Falmouth retirement home.(那一次，她选择了Maker Heights，距离她的法尔茅斯养老院只有63英里)”可知， Joyce Penfold在这么大的年纪还愿意尝试AI虚拟眼镜以及玩游戏时选择悬崖可知，她是一个有好奇心和冒险精神的人，故选C。 11 (2023-2024学年高一下·盐城市·期末统考) B A few years ago I took my sons for ice cream, and while my older son went inside to buy us our milk shakes, my younger son and I waited on the bench(长椅)outside. At a certain point I realized that sitting right next to me were a little girl with a facial deformity(畸形), her friend(or sister), and her mother. When my younger son looked up and saw her, he reacted exactly the way you might think a three-year old would react when seeing something that scared him: he started to cry—pretty loudly, too. I hurriedly tried to push him away in the stroller(婴儿推车), not for the benefit of him but to avoid hurting the girl’s feelings, and in my haste I caused my older son to knock over the shakes, and, well, it was a scene quite different from what I had hoped for. But as I pushed my younger son’s stroller away I heard the little girl’s mom say, in as sweet and calm a voice as you can imagine, “Okay, guys, I think it’s time to go.” And that just set me thinking. For the rest of the day, I couldn’t stop thinking about how that scene had played out. It occurred to me that they probably went through something like that hundreds of times a day. What would that be like? What could I be teaching my children so they could understand how to respond better next time? What I should have done, instead of trying to avoid the situation, was involve the girl and her mother in conversation. If my son cried, so be it: kids cry. I should have set a better example for him, and shown him there was nothing to fear. As I was thinking about the scene, the song Wonder by Natalie Merchant came on the radio that night, and something about the words to the song just got to me. That very night, I started writing Wonder, a story about a boy with a facial difference. 24. What made the younger son cry? A. That his mother pushed him away. B. That his brother upset the milk shakes. C. That he was unwilling to react to the girl. D. That he was scared by the girl’s appearance. 25. The underlined word “haste” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________. A. hurry B. doubt C. sorrow D. turn 26. Why did the author keep thinking about the scene? A. She regretted not behaving properly. B. She regretted not comforting her son. C. She wanted to write a novel based on it. D. She wanted to clear up the misunderstanding. 27. What does the author want to express through the story? A. Don’t judge a book by its cover. B. One good turn deserves another. C. A kind gesture can reach a wound. D. Think twice before making a final decision. 【答案】24. D 25. A 26. A 27. C 【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者和儿子在冰淇淋店遇到一个面部畸形的小女孩，儿子因为害怕而哭泣，作者为了避免伤害小女孩的感情匆忙离开，但事后深感后悔，作者认为一个善意的姿态就可以接近创伤。 24. 细节理解题。根据第二段“At a certain point I realized that sitting right next to me were a little girl with a facial deformity(畸形), her friend(or sister), and her mother.”(在某个时刻，我意识到坐在我旁边的是一个面部畸形的小女孩，她的朋友(或妹妹)和她的母亲)，根据文章第三段“When my younger son looked up and saw her, he reacted exactly the way you might think a three-year old would react when seeing something that scared him: he started to cry—pretty loudly, too.”(当我的小儿子抬起头看到她时，他的反应就像一个三岁的孩子看到吓到他的东西时的反应一样:他开始哭了起来，而且哭得很大声)可推知，小儿子是因为被小女孩的外貌吓到而哭泣的，故选D。 25. 词义猜测题。根据文章第三段“I caused my older son to knock over the shakes, and, well, it was a scene quite different from what I had hoped for.”(我把我的大儿子撞倒了，嗯，这是一个与我所希望的完全不同的场景)可知，作者在匆忙中出错。所此处的“haste”意为“匆忙”，故选A。 26. 推理判断题。根据文章第四段“For the rest of the day, I couldn’t stop thinking about how that scene had played out. It occurred to me that they probably went through something like that hundreds of times a day. What would that be like? What could I be teaching my children so they could understand how to respond better next time? What I should have done, instead of trying to avoid the situation, was involve the girl and her mother in conversation.”(在那一天的剩余时间里，我无法停止思考那个场景是如何发生的。我想到他们可能每天都要经历这样的事情几百次。那会是什么样的呢？我应该教我的孩子们什么，以便他们下次能更好地应对？我应该做的，而不是试图避免这种情况，是让那个女孩和她的母亲参与到对话中)可推知，作者一直在思考这个场景是因为她后悔没有正确地处理这个情况，故选A。 27. 推理判断题。根据第四段“What I should have done, instead of trying to avoid the situation, was involve the girl and her mother in conversation. If my son cried, so be it: kids cry. I should have set a better example for him, and shown him there was nothing to fear.”(我应该做的，而不是试图避免这种情况，是让那个女孩和她的母亲参与到对话中。如果我的儿子哭了，那就哭吧:孩子会哭。我应该给他树立一个更好的榜样，让他知道没有什么好害怕的)可知，主要讲述了作者和儿子在冰淇淋店遇到一个面部畸形的小女孩，儿子因为害怕而哭泣，作者为了避免伤害小女孩的感情匆忙离开，但事后深感后悔，作者认为一个善意的姿态就可以治愈创伤。所以通过故事传达出的是一个善意的姿态就可以治愈创伤，故选C。 12 (2023-2024学年高一下·南京市金陵中学·期末校考) B At my first lesson in Chinese calligraphy, my teacher told me plainly: “Now I will teach you how to write your name. And to make it beautiful.” I felt my breath catch. I was curious. Growing up in Singapore, I had an unusual relationship with my Chinese name. My parents are ethnically Chinese, so they asked fortune tellers to decide my name, aiming for maximum luck. As a result, I ended up with a nonsense and embarrassing name: Chen Yiwen, meaning, roughly, “old”, “barley(薏米)” and “warm”. When I arrived in America for college at 18, I put on an American accent and abandoned my Chinese name. When I moved to Hong Kong in 2021, after 14 years in the States, I decided to learn calligraphy. Why not get back in touch with my heritage? I thought. In calligraphy, the idea is to copy the old masters’ techniques, thereby refining your own. Every week, though, my teacher would give uncomfortably on-the-nose assessments of my person. “You need to be braver,” he once observed. “Have confidence. Try to produce a bold stroke(笔画).” For years, I had prided myself on presenting an image of confidence, but my writing betrayed me. I was trying to make sense of this practice. You must visualize the word as it is to be written and leave a trace of yourself in it. As a bodily practice, calligraphy could go beyond its own cultural restrictions. Could it help me go beyond mine? My teacher once said to me, “When you look at the word, you see the body. Though a word on the page is two-dimensional, it contains multitudes, conveying the force you’ve applied, the energy of your grip, the arch of your spine.” I had been learning calligraphy to get in touch with my cultural roots, but what I was really seeking was a return to myself. Now I have sensed that the pleasure out of calligraphy allows me to know myse$$