Unit 3 The Art of Painting 单元话题阅读理解练习-2024-2025学年高一英语选择性必修第一册单元重难点易错题精练（译林版2020）

Unit 3 The Art of Painting 单元话题阅读理解练习 基础语篇巩固练 （24-25高一下·山东枣庄·期中）Designed for students from kindergarten to Grade 12, EduJunior Online Painting Competition provides a platform for children to show their imagination and talent while improving their artistic skills. Through themed painting challenges, participants can explore their creativity and develop a deeper appreciation for art. Qualification All students from kindergarten to Grade 12 can take part with permission from a parent, guardian or teacher. Painting Guidelines •Each participant may submit only one painting. •Paper size: A3/Quarter Imperial (四开). •Accepted materials: Oil pastels, watercolor, colored pencils or pester colors. •The painting must be original and handmade. The theme should be clearly started. Submission Requirements Participants must submit the following: •A clear image of their painting in JPG/PNG format (max 2MB file sime) •A picture of themselves holding the painting. •A valid ID proof (School ID, Passport Birth Certificate; else). •Their name, grade/class and school name. Entry Fee & Registration The entry fee is $35, payable during registration. To register, participants must fill out the online registration form and complete the payment Registration classes on March 20th, 2025. Themes & Age Categories Each participant must choose one theme from their respective age category: Age Categories Themes Kindergarten *My Favorite Animal (Draw an animal such as a dog, can or elephant.) *In the Garden (Paint a garden scene with lowers and bees.) Grade 1-3 *My Dream Garden (Show a magical garden fall of nature.) *Amazing Vehicles (Draw a colorful some with cars, planes or trains.) Grade 4-6 *Outer Space Adventure (Paint planets, rockets and astronauts.) *Forest Wonders (Show a jungle with wildlife and tall trees.) Grade 7-9 *Festivals of Joy (Describe a celebration with family and traditions.) *Sports and Fun (Show kids playing their favorite sport.) Grade 10-12 *Cultural Heritage (Paint a monument, festival or traditional clothes.) *Cityscapes at Night (Show a lively city lit up at night.) For more information, please visit the studentcompetition.com. 1．What is the purpose of the competition? A．To raise funds for art education. B．To promote creativity and artistic skills. C．To select the best paintings for an exhibition. D．To encourage students to use digital tools. 2．What is a requirement for the painting submission? A．More than one painting is welcome. B．A photo of the participant is needed. C．The participant’s identity proof should be included. D．The painting must be submitted in PDF format. 3．What can a student from Grade 11 draw for the competition? A．A horse. B．A garden. C．A match. D．A festival. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了为幼儿园到12年级学生设计的EduJunior在线绘画比赛的相关信息，包括比赛目的、参赛资格、绘画指南、提交要求、报名费用以及主题和年龄类别等。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Designed for students from kindergarten to Grade 12, EduJunior Online Painting Competition provides a platform for children to show their imagination and talent while improving their artistic skills. Through themed painting challenges, participants can explore their creativity and develop a deeper appreciation for art.(EduJunior 在线绘画比赛专为幼儿园到 12 年级的学生设计，为孩子们提供了一个展示想象力和天赋的平台，同时提高他们的艺术技能。通过主题绘画挑战，参与者可以探索他们的创造力，并培养对艺术更深刻的欣赏)”可知，比赛的目的是促进创造力和艺术技能。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据Submission Requirements部分“Participants must submit the following:・A clear image of their painting in JPG/PNG format (max 2MB file sime)・A picture of themselves holding the painting.・A valid ID proof (School ID, Passport Birth Certificate; else).・Their name, grade/class and school name.(参与者必须提交以下内容：・以 JPG/PNG 格式的清晰绘画图像（最大 2MB 文件大小）・一张自己拿着绘画的照片。・有效的身份证明（学生证、护照、出生证明等）。・他们的姓名、年级/班级和学校名称)”可知，绘画提交的要求包括参与者的身份证明。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据Themes & Age Categories部分中“Grade 10-12 *Cultural Heritage (Paint a monument, festival or traditional clothes.) *Cityscapes at Night (Show a lively city lit up at night.)(10-12 年级 * 文化遗产（绘制一座纪念碑、节日或传统服饰）。 * 夜景城市（展示一个夜晚灯火通明的热闹城市）)” 可知，11年级学生可以选择“节日”作为绘画主题。故选D。 （24-25高一下·福建三明·期中）A Unique Winter Festival-The Lantern Ice Carnival Every February, the small town of Harbin in Northeast China transforms into a magical world of ice and light during the Lantern Ice Carnival. This 15-day festival, starting on the first full moon of the lunar year, combines traditional Chinese lantern celebrations with breathtaking ice sculptures. Visitors can explore three main zones: 1. Ice Sculpture Park: Over 1,000 artists carve giant ice castles, animals, and even famous landmarks like the Great Wall. At night, colorful LED lights make the sculptures glow. 2. Winter Sports Area: Try ice skating, sledding, or watch professional ice hockey (冰球) matches. Free hot chocolate is provided at rest stations. 3. Cultural Market: Taste local snacks (e.g., sugar-coated hawthorns), make lanterns, or join a paper-cutting workshop. Key Tips for Visitors: Dress warmly! Temperatures often drop to -20℃. Buy tickets online (￥150 adults; ￥80 students) to avoid queues. Parking is limited. Take Bus No. 5 or Subway Line 2 to Green Park Station. The festival’s closing ceremony features a fireworks show over the frozen Songhua River. The Lantern Ice Carnival attracts over a million tourists yearly, making it one of Asia’s most popular winter events. As local artist Zhang Wei says, “It’s not just about ice-it’s about sharing warmth in the coldest season.” 1．What is the main purpose of the Lantern Ice Carnival? A．To promote winter sports in China. B．To celebrate the lunar new year with ice and light. C．To attract foreign tourists to Northeast China. D．To raise money for local artists. 2．If a visitor wants to experience both cultural activities and local food, which area of the Lantern Ice Carnival should they focus on? A．Ice Sculpture Park B．Winter Sports Area C．Cultural Market D．All three areas 3．What advice does the article give to visitors? A．Buy tickets online in advance for discounts. B．Wear heavy clothes for freezing weather. C．Arrive before 5 pm for the fireworks show. D．Take Bus No. 5 or Subway Line 2 directly to the Ice Sculpture Park. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了哈尔滨元宵节冰灯狂欢节的相关信息，包括节日特色、主要区域、游客提示等，展现了其作为亚洲热门冬季活动的魅力 。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Every February, the small town of Harbin in Northeast China transforms into a magical world of ice and light during the Lantern Ice Carnival. This 15-day festival, starting on the first full moon of the lunar year, combines traditional Chinese lantern celebrations with breathtaking ice sculptures.(每年二月，在中国东北的小镇哈尔滨，在元宵节冰灯狂欢节期间，这里会变成一个由冰和灯光构成的神奇世界。这个为期15天的节日从农历年的第一个满月开始，将传统的中国灯笼庆祝活动与令人惊叹的冰雕结合在一起)”可知，元宵节冰灯狂欢节的主要目的是用冰和光来庆祝农历新年。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据Visitors can explore three main zones:部分“Cultural Market: Taste local snacks (e.g., sugar-coated hawthorns), make lanterns, or join a paper-cutting workshop.(文化市场：品尝当地小吃（如糖葫芦）、制作灯笼或参加剪纸工作坊)”可知，如果游客想体验文化活动和品尝当地食物，他们应该重点关注元宵节冰灯狂欢节的文化市场区。故选C项。 3．细节理解题。根据Key Tips for Visitors:部分“Dress warmly! Temperatures often drop to -20℃.(穿暖和点！气温经常降到-20℃)”可知，文章给游客的建议是穿厚衣服应对寒冷天气。故选B项。 （24-25高一下·山东·期中）A recent study from the University of Amsterdam reveals an interesting phenomenon: When sad or difficult scenes appear in artworks, people spend more time looking at them compared to similar photographs. This discovery helps explain why art has been used for centuries to explore challenging subjects. Researchers conducted five experiments with over 500 participants to test their preferences. In the first test, people chose between viewing paintings described as “selected for art galleries” or photos described as “news article images.” When scenes showed negative events like war or suffering, 63% preferred paintings, while only 37% chose photos. But for positive scenes like acts of kindness, this preference for art was not seen. Why does this happen? Later experiments showed three key reasons: Safety through imagination: Paintings felt less emotionally heavy. As one participant noted, “Art feels like a story, but photos feel too real.” Beauty balances pain: 78% considered paintings as more beautiful, even when showing sad content. Thinking space: Artistic styles inspired deeper thinking. People spent 40% longer viewing abstract war paintings compared to detailed photos. Professor Emma Chen, who wasn’t involved in the study, explains: “Art creates psychological distance. When we see brushstrokes (笔触) or unusual colors, our brain understands this isn’t real. This ‘safety blanket’ lets us face difficult truths without feeling overwhelmed.” These findings show that art acts as a psychological filter when we face difficult or negative subjects. The beauty of artistic creations, along with the feeling that we’re stepping back from reality into a “as-if” world while experiencing art, may reduce the emotional impact of negative content, making it more approachable than non-art media. The findings have real-world applications. Museums using this research redesigned exhibits about climate change, replacing graphic photos with symbolic sculptures. Visitor engagement increased by 55%, with more people reading information panels (信息面板). “It’s like using honey to make medicine easier to swallow,” says museum educator David Müller. “The artistic form helps important messages reach people who might otherwise look away.” 1．What is the purpose of the text? A．To compare the artistic value of paintings and photos. B．To show how art makes negative content easier to face. C．To argue that museums should replace photos with artworks. D．To explain why people prefer beautiful images over realistic ones. 2．Why do people spend more time viewing negative art than photos? A．News-related photos naturally lack artistic value. B．Art provides clearer information about real events. C．Art reduces emotional stress while encouraging reflection. D．Photos are often less professionally created than paintings. 3．What does the underlined phrase “a psychological filter” in paragraph 4 mean? A．A tool for improving photo quality. B．A method for selecting gallery artworks. C．A technique for creating abstract paintings. D．A mental process for softening emotional impact. 4．What does the museum example imply about art’s social role? A．Modern audiences no longer care about realistic representations. B．Museums should avoid displaying works with disturbing content. C．Artistic forms can help important messages reach wider audiences. D．Art simplifies complex problems to make them easy to understand. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一项研究发现，该研究揭示了当艺术作品中出现悲伤或困难的场景时，人们会比看类似的照片花更多时间观看，更容易接受，并分析了其背后的心理学原因及实际应用。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“When sad or difficult scenes appear in artworks, people spend more time looking at them compared to similar photographs. This discovery helps explain why art has been used for centuries to explore challenging subjects.(当悲伤或困难的场景出现在艺术作品中时，与类似的照片相比，人们会花更多的时间观看。这一发现有助于解释为什么几个世纪以来艺术一直被用来探索具有挑战性的主题。)”和下文内容可知，文章开篇指出人们面对艺术作品中的悲伤或困难场景时，会比面对相似照片花费更多时间，接着通过研究解释原因，即艺术能作为心理过滤器，减少负面内容的情感冲击，最后说明该研究在现实中的应用，如博物馆用艺术形式展示气候变化相关内容以吸引观众。整体围绕艺术如何让人们更易面对负面内容展开，所以目的是展示艺术如何使负面内容更容易被面对。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“Safety through imagination: Paintings felt less emotionally heavy. As one participant noted, “Art feels like a story, but photos feel too real.” Beauty balances pain: 78% considered paintings as more beautiful, even when showing sad content. Thinking space: Artistic styles inspired deeper thinking.( 通过想象获得安全感：绘画作品在情感上给人的沉重感较轻。正如一位参与者所说：‘艺术感觉就像一个故事，而照片感觉太真实了。’美感平衡痛苦：78% 的人认为绘画作品更具美感，即使展现的是悲伤的内容也是如此。思考空间：艺术风格激发了更深入的思考。)”可知，人们花更多的时间看负面艺术作品而不是照片是因为艺术在鼓励反思的同时减轻了情感压力。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据划线部分下文“The beauty of artistic creations, along with the feeling that we’re stepping back from reality into a “as-if” world while experiencing art, may reduce the emotional impact of negative content, making it more approachable than non-art media. (艺术创作的美感，以及我们在欣赏艺术时从现实中抽离、进入一个‘仿佛’世界的那种感觉，或许能够减轻负面内容带来的情感冲击，使其相比非艺术媒介而言，更易于被人们接受。)”可知，艺术创作的美以及体验艺术时从现实中抽离的感觉，会减少负面内容的情感冲击，所以“a psychological filter”指的是一种减轻情感冲击的心理过程，故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“The artistic form helps important messages reach people who might otherwise look away.(艺术形式有助于重要的信息传达给那些原本可能会视而不见的人。)”可知，博物馆的例子暗示了艺术形式可以帮助重要的信息传达给更广泛的受众。故选C。 （24-25高一下·山西临汾·期中）In 1899, a wealthy couple built a summer house in Maryland. Over time, the building had different uses, but today, it is part of a public performing arts campus called Strathmore — complete with a nearby concert hall seating nearly 2,000 people — that has developed around that first building. Jazz singer Christie Dashiell first came to Strathmore through its artist-in-residence program. Each year, this program selects six musicians between 16 and 32 years old and helps them with lessons, performances, and career advice. “I left college having so much music,” Dashiell says. “I had written so much music and I had practiced so much music. But I didn’t know what an artist was and what life looked like.” At Strathmore, Dashiell learned how to perform on stage, promote her music online, and plan concerts. And of course, she worked with other musicians to write songs and put on shows. It’s where Dashiell says she began to find not only her vocal talents, but the unique sonic signature that defines and distinguishes (区分) a jazz artist: her sound. Dashiell gave several concerts at Strathmore. In 2016, she released her first album (专辑) in its small music room. Later, when she created her second album, Journey in Black, she performed in a bigger venue at Strathmore. Journey in Black, which came out in late 2023, tells stories of love, loss, joy and friendship — all of us can relate to that, It combines jazz with gospel, R&B, and hip-hop. That recording has been nominated (提名) for the Grammy Award for best jazz vocal album. It is her first Grammy nod. “It feels good to be recognized in this way,” Dashiell says. “Very few artists are making music with the purpose of being nominated for a Grammy. That’s definitely not where I was coming from when I was making this music. I just wanted to make music that was honest and true in a way.” 1．What is a purpose of the artist-in-residence program at Strathmore? A．To explore the century-old building. B．To build a well-developed training system. C．To offer practical education on music. D．To select winners in a music competition. 2．After leaving college, Dashiell felt a sense of ______. A．loneliness B．uncertainty C．confidence D．satisfaction 3．What can be learned about the album Journey in Black? A．It came out in 2016. B．It mainly tells about love. C．It is widely relatable. D．It is Dashiell’s first album. 4．What does Dashiell think is more important for her? A．Producing heartfelt music. B．Getting a nomination for best singer. C．Winning a Grammy Award. D．Releasing albums as soon as possible. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文是记叙文。讲述了关于一位爵士歌手Christie Dashiell在Strathmore艺术驻留项目中的成长经历和成就的故事。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段“Jazz singer Christie Dashiell first came to Strathmore through its artist-in-residence program. Each year, this program selects six musicians between 16 and 32 years old and helps them with lessons, performances, and career advice. (爵士歌手Christie Dashiell第一次来到斯特拉斯莫尔是通过这里的驻校艺术家项目。该项目每年选出6名年龄在16岁至32岁之间的音乐家，并为他们提供课程、演出和职业建议。)”可知，该项目为音乐家提供课程、演出和职业建议，所以目的是提供实用的音乐教育。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段““I left college having so much music,” Dashiell says. “I had written so much music and I had practiced so much music. But I didn’t know what an artist was and what life looked like.” (Dashiell说：“我离开大学时有很多音乐。我写了很多音乐，也练习了很多音乐。但我不知道艺术家是什么，也不知道生活是什么样子。”)”可知，Dashiell不知道艺术家是什么，也不知道生活是什么样子，所以是感到一种不确定感。故选B项。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段“Later, when she created her second album, Journey in Black, she performed in a bigger venue at Strathmore. Journey in Black, which came out in late 2023, tells stories of love, loss, joy and friendship — all of us can relate to that, It combines jazz with gospel, R&B, and hip-hop. That recording has been nominated (提名) for the Grammy Award for best jazz vocal album. It is her first Grammy nod. (后来，当她创作第二张专辑《Journey in Black》时，她在斯特拉斯莫尔的一个更大的场地演出。《Journey in Black》于2023年底上映，讲述了关于爱、失去、快乐和友谊的故事——我们所有人都能体会到这些。它将爵士乐、福音、R&B和嘻哈音乐结合在一起。这张唱片被提名为格莱美奖最佳爵士声乐专辑。这是她第一次获得格莱美奖提名。)”可知，专辑内容涉及爱、失去、快乐和友谊，并强调“所有人都能感同身受”，所以是它具有广泛的相关性。故选C项。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段““It feels good to be recognized in this way,” Dashiell says. “Very few artists are making music with the purpose of being nominated for a Grammy. That’s definitely not where I was coming from when I was making this music. I just wanted to make music that was honest and true in a way.” (“以这种方式得到认可感觉很好，”Dashiell说。“很少有艺术家是为了获得格莱美提名而创作音乐的。这绝对不是我做这首歌的初衷。我只是想在某种程度上做出诚实和真实的音乐。”)”可知，Dashiell认为产生发自内心的音乐对她更重要。故选A项。 （24-25高一下·湖南·期中）A kid from Ghana has officially been recognized as the world’s youngest male artist. Guinness World Records acknowledged Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah when he was just one year and 152 days old. The little boy began painting at the age of six months, when his remarkable talent became clear. His mother Chantelle, also an artist, was surprised to find her son had artistic talent from that young age. She explained how he started painting. Chantelle was given the task of designing a work for Miss Universe 2023. While she was working, she gave Ace-Liam a canvas (油画布) and some paint. She said he clearly showed a strong interest in colours as he explored the canvas. Chantelle named his first piece “The Crawl”. Ace-Liam is attracting attention across the art world. His work was exhibited at Ghana’s Museum of Science in January. Nine of the 10 pieces on show at that exhibition were sold. Art lovers have bought a further six of his paintings this year. Even Ghana’s first lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo asked the little boy to create a piece for her. Chantelle said her son is making waves with his artistic talent. She said: “He has created a buzz and encouraged deeper conversations about art appreciation.” She also mentioned that his abstract paintings were inspired by the world around him—colours, shapes, textures and his mood. Guinness remarked: “There is no doubt that Ace-Liam has an exciting career ahead of him, and we can’t wait to see what comes next.” 1．What can be inferred about Ace-Liam’s mother from the passage? A．She forced him to learn painting for fame. B．She discouraged him from studying art. C．She designed his first artwork “The Crawl”. D．She discovered his talent by accident. 2．Why does the author mention many of Ace-Liam’s pieces were sold? A．To show the high value of children’s art. B．To prove his artistic talent is widely recognized. C．To stress the museum’s profit-making goal. D．To compare his talent with adult artists. 3．Which of the following is TRUE about Ace-Liam’s artworks? A．All of his paintings shown at the exhibition in January were sold. B．His paintings are mainly realistic works about daily life. C．His abstract paintings draw inspiration from his surroundings. D．His artworks have only been sold in Ghana so far. 4．What might be the best title for the passage? A．The World’s Youngest Male Artist in Guinness B．Exploration of Abstract Painting Techniques C．The Role of Parents in Child Artists’ Success D．A Famous Art Exhibition in Ghana 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了这个世界上最年轻的男性艺术家Ace-Liam的故事，包括他如何被发现有艺术天赋，作品的展出和销售情况等。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段第二句“His mother Chantelle, also an artist, was surprised to find her son had artistic talent from that young age.(他的母亲Chantelle也是一名艺术家，她惊讶地发现自己的儿子从这么小就有艺术天赋)”以及“She explained how he started painting. Chantelle was given the task of designing a work for Miss Universe 2023. While she was working, she gave Ace-Liam a canvas (油画布) and some paint. She said he clearly showed a strong interest in colours as he explored the canvas.(她解释了他是如何开始画画的。Chantelle 接到了为2023年环球小姐设计作品的任务。当她在工作时，她给了 Ace-Liam 一块油画布和一些颜料。她说，当他在探索画布时，他显然对颜色表现出了浓厚的兴趣)”可推知，Chantelle是在自己工作时给了儿子画布和颜料，意外地发现了他的艺术天赋。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“Ace-Liam is attracting attention across the art world. His work was exhibited at Ghana’s Museum of Science in January. Nine of the 10 pieces on show at that exhibition were sold. Art lovers have bought a further six of his paintings this year. Even Ghana’s first lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo asked the little boy to create a piece for her.(Ace-Liam 正在引起整个艺术界的关注。他的作品于今年1月在加纳科学博物馆展出。在那次展览中展出的10件作品中有9件被售出。今年，艺术爱好者又购买了他的6幅画作。就连加纳第一夫人丽贝卡・阿库福 - 阿多也请这个小男孩为她创作一幅作品)”可推知，作者提到Ace-Liam的很多作品被售出，以及加纳第一夫人也请他创作作品，是为了证明他的艺术天赋得到了广泛的认可。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段“She also mentioned that his abstract paintings were inspired by the world around him — colours, shapes, textures and his mood.(她还提到，他的抽象画灵感来自他周围的世界 —— 颜色、形状、纹理和他的心情)”可知，他的抽象画从他的周围环境中汲取灵感。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“A kid from Ghana has officially been recognized as the world’s youngest male artist. Guinness World Records acknowledged Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah when he was just one year and 152 days old.(一个来自加纳的孩子被正式认定为世界上最年轻的男性艺术家。吉尼斯世界纪录在Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah只有一岁零152天的时候就认可了他)”以及全文内容，主要介绍了这个世界上最年轻的男性艺术家Ace-Liam的故事，包括他如何被发现有艺术天赋，作品的展出和销售情况等。由此可知，A选项The World’s Youngest Male Artist in Guinness(吉尼斯纪录中世界上最年轻的男性艺术家)适合作本文最佳标题。故选A。 重难语篇拔高练 （24-25高二下·河北廊坊·期中）When Ghanaian photojournalist Paul Ninson initially pursued a career in photography, he found the challenge discouraging. Photography isn’t exactly valued as a career in Ghana, Ninson says, “If you tell your parents you’re going to be a photographer, it was like, ‘Yuck, what? Go be a lawyer.’” But Ninson felt photography was his calling. Deeply influenced by the family history of storytelling passed down through his grandparents and later attracted by a friend’s images, he developed a love for photography. He sold his mobile phone, bought a camera and began studying photography. Though Ninson began his journey with commercial photography, he soon shifted his focus to stories closer to his heart-those of African history and culture that he would capture as a photojournalist. Ninson still sought formal education in photojournalism. Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City. There, he read the center’s hundreds of photobooks. In Ghana, he only had access to five or six of such books. As he ventured deeper into the city, he discovered more visual histories of Africa than he had experienced at home, such as documentation of Ghana’s first president at the New York Public Library. The libraries Ninson visited were unwilling to give him their archives(档案)to return to Africa, which led to his idea of creating a leading photobook library in Africa that held such stories. This idea has been realized with the creation of Dikan Center in Accra, Ghana’s capital. In Ghanaian artist Daniella Afful’s eyes, Dikan Center is the beginning of for the growth of Ghana’s creative community, “Dikan Center has magnified(放大)art and photography. Dikan Center has kind of given us the hope that we may soon have a music library and we could have a film library in Ghana—anything just to preserve our history and make history.” 1．How did Ninson’s grandparents affect his career choice? A．They bought a camera for Ninson. B．They asked him to consult his friend. C．They carried on the storytelling tradition. D．They showed many photos of his family. 2．Why did Ninson go to America? A．He desired for chances to better himself. B．He hunted for more approaches to culture. C．He planned to sell hundreds of photobooks. D．He wanted to return to commercial photography. 3．Which of the following can best describe Ninson? A．Innovative and hard-working. B．Generous and caring. C．Optimistic and humorous. D．Brave and outgoing. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing the last paragraph? A．To call on people to build more libraries in Ghana. B．To promote the development of art in Ghana. C．To highlight the significance of Dikan Center. D．To discuss the challenges of preserving African history. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了加纳摄影记者Paul Ninson克服社会偏见，坚持摄影梦想，并通过创立Dikan Center保存和传播非洲历史文化，激励了加纳创意社区的发展。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Deeply influenced by the family history of storytelling passed down through his grandparents and later attracted by a friend’s images, he developed a love for photography.(深受祖父母传承下来的家族叙事传统影响，后来又被朋友的摄影作品所吸引，他逐渐爱上了摄影)”可知，Ninson的祖父母通过传承讲故事的传统，影响了他选择摄影作为职业。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Ninson still sought formal education in photojournalism. Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City.(Ninson仍在寻求新闻摄影方面的正规教育。由于在非洲找不到合适的课程项目，他于2019年离开加纳前往纽约求学)”可知，Ninson去美国是为了接受更好的教育，提升自己的摄影技能。故选A项。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段中“The libraries Ninson visited were unwilling to give him their archives (档案) to return to Africa, which led to his idea of creating a leading photobook library in Africa that held such stories. This idea has been realized with the creation of Dikan Center in Accra, Ghana’s capital.(Ninson走访的图书馆都不愿将馆藏档案交给他带回非洲，这促使他萌生了一个想法：在非洲建立一个能够保存这些影像故事的顶级摄影图书馆。这个构想最终在加纳首都阿克拉得以实现——Dikan Center由此诞生)”可知，Ninson创立了Dikan Center，旨在保存非洲的历史和文化，这是一种创新举措；根据第二段中“He sold his mobile phone, bought a camera and began studying photography.(他卖掉了自己的手机，买了一台相机，开始学习摄影)”和第四段中“Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City. There, he read the center’s hundreds of photobooks.(由于在非洲找不到合适的课程项目，他于2019年离开加纳前往纽约求学。在那里，他研读了该中心收藏的数百本摄影集)”可知，他卖掉手机购买相机，远赴纽约学习，阅读大量摄影书籍，都体现了他的勤奋。故选A项。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“In Ghanaian artist Daniella Afful’s eyes, Dikan Center is the beginning of for the growth of Ghana’s creative community, “Dikan Center has magnified (放大) art and photography. Dikan Center has kind of given us the hope that we may soon have a music library and we could have a film library in Ghana — anything just to preserve our history and make history.”(在加纳艺术家Daniella Afful眼中，Dikan Center是加纳创意社群发展的火种。“Dikan Center放大了艺术与摄影的价值。它让我们看到了希望——或许很快我们就能在加纳建立音乐图书馆、电影图书馆，任何能保存历史、创造历史的载体。”)”可知，最后一段通过加纳艺术家Daniella Afful的视角，强调Dikan Center对加纳创意社区的激励作用，并提到它给人们带来希望。因此，作者是在强调Dikan Center的重要性和影响力。故选C项。 （24-25高二下·山东·期中）When Ghanaian photojournalist Paul Ninson initially pursued a career in photography, he found the challenge discouraging. Photography isn’t exactly valued as a career in Ghana, Ninson says, “If you tell your parents you’re going to be a photographer, it was like, ‘Yuck, what? Go be a lawyer.’” But Ninson felt photography was his calling. Deeply influenced by the family history of storytelling passed down through his grandparents and later attracted by a friend’s images, he developed a love for photography. He sold his mobile phone, bought a camera and began studying photography. Though Ninson began his journey with commercial photography, he soon shifted his focus to stories closer to his heart — those of African history and culture that he would capture as a photojournalist. Ninson still sought formal education in photojournalism. Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City. There, he read the center’s hundreds of photobooks. In Ghana, he only had access to five or six of such books. As he ventured deeper into the city, he discovered more visual histories of Africa than he had experienced at home, such as documentation of Ghana’s first president at the New York Public Library. The libraries Ninson visited were unwilling to give him their archives (档案) to return to Africa, which led to his idea of creating a leading photobook library in Africa that held such stories. This idea has been realized with the creation of Dikan Center in Accra, Ghana’s capital. In Ghanaian artist Daniella Afful’s eyes, Dikan Center is a spark for the growth of Ghana’s creative community. “Dikan Center has magnified (放大) art and photography. Dikan Center has kind of given us the hope that we may soon have a music library and we could have a film library in Ghana — anything just to preserve our history and make history.” 1．How did Ninson’s grandparents affect his career choice? A．They bought a camera for Ninson. B．They asked him to seek his friend’s advice. C．They showed many photos of his family. D．They carried on the storytelling tradition. 2．Why did Ninson go to America? A．He planned to sell hundreds of photobooks. B．He hunted for more approaches to culture. C．He desired for chances to better himself. D．He wanted to return to commercial photography. 3．Which of the following can best describe Ninson? A．Optimistic and humorous. B．Generous and caring. C．Innovative and hard-working. D．Brave and outgoing. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing the last paragraph? A．To highlight the significance of Dikan Center. B．To promote the development of art in Ghana. C．To call on people to build more libraries in Ghana. D．To discuss the challenges of preserving African history. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了加纳摄影记者Paul Ninson克服社会偏见，坚持摄影梦想，并通过创立Dikan Center保存和传播非洲历史文化，激励了加纳创意社区的发展。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Deeply influenced by the family history of storytelling passed down through his grandparents and later attracted by a friend’s images, he developed a love for photography. (深受祖父母传承下来的家族叙事传统影响，后来又被朋友的摄影作品所吸引，他逐渐爱上了摄影。)”可知，Ninson的祖父母通过传承讲故事的传统，影响了他选择摄影作为职业。故选D项。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City. (由于在非洲找不到合适的课程项目，他于2019年离开加纳前往纽约求学。)”可知，Ninson去美国是为了接受更好的教育，提升自己的摄影技能。故选C项。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段中“The libraries Ninson visited were unwilling to give him their archives (档案) to return to Africa, which led to his idea of creating a leading photobook library in Africa that held such stories. This idea has been realized with the creation of Dikan Center in Accra, Ghana’s capital. (Ninson走访的图书馆都不愿将馆藏档案交给他带回非洲，这促使他萌生了一个想法：在非洲建立一个能够保存这些影像故事的顶级摄影图书馆。这个构想最终在加纳首都阿克拉得以实现——Dikan Center由此诞生。)”可知，Ninson创立了Dikan Center，旨在保存非洲的历史和文化，这是一种创新举措；根据第二段中“He sold his mobile phone, bought a camera and began studying photography. (他卖掉了自己的手机，买了一台相机，开始学习摄影。)”和第四段中“Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City. There, he read the center’s hundreds of photobooks. (由于在非洲找不到合适的课程项目，他于2019年离开加纳前往纽约求学。在那里，他研读了该中心收藏的数百本摄影集。)”可知，他卖掉手机购买相机，远赴纽约学习，阅读大量摄影书籍，都体现了他的勤奋。故选C项。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“In Ghanaian artist Daniella Afful’s eyes, Dikan Center is a spark for the growth of Ghana’s creative community. “Dikan Center has magnified (放大) art and photography. Dikan Center has kind of given us the hope that we may soon have a music library and we could have a film library in Ghana — anything just to preserve our history and make history.” (在加纳艺术家Daniella Afful眼中，Dikan Center是加纳创意社群发展的火种。“Dikan Center放大了艺术与摄影的价值。它让我们看到了希望——或许很快我们就能在加纳建立音乐图书馆、电影图书馆，任何能保存历史、创造历史的载体。”)”可知，最后一段通过加纳艺术家Daniella Afful的视角，强调Dikan Center对加纳创意社区的激励作用，并提到它给人们带来希望。因此，作者是在强调Dikan Center的重要性和影响力。故选A项。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ Unit 3 The Art of Painting 单元话题阅读理解练习 基础语篇巩固练 （24-25高一下·山东枣庄·期中）Designed for students from kindergarten to Grade 12, EduJunior Online Painting Competition provides a platform for children to show their imagination and talent while improving their artistic skills. Through themed painting challenges, participants can explore their creativity and develop a deeper appreciation for art. Qualification All students from kindergarten to Grade 12 can take part with permission from a parent, guardian or teacher. Painting Guidelines •Each participant may submit only one painting. •Paper size: A3/Quarter Imperial (四开). •Accepted materials: Oil pastels, watercolor, colored pencils or pester colors. •The painting must be original and handmade. The theme should be clearly started. Submission Requirements Participants must submit the following: •A clear image of their painting in JPG/PNG format (max 2MB file sime) •A picture of themselves holding the painting. •A valid ID proof (School ID, Passport Birth Certificate; else). •Their name, grade/class and school name. Entry Fee & Registration The entry fee is $35, payable during registration. To register, participants must fill out the online registration form and complete the payment Registration classes on March 20th, 2025. Themes & Age Categories Each participant must choose one theme from their respective age category: Age Categories Themes Kindergarten *My Favorite Animal (Draw an animal such as a dog, can or elephant.) *In the Garden (Paint a garden scene with lowers and bees.) Grade 1-3 *My Dream Garden (Show a magical garden fall of nature.) *Amazing Vehicles (Draw a colorful some with cars, planes or trains.) Grade 4-6 *Outer Space Adventure (Paint planets, rockets and astronauts.) *Forest Wonders (Show a jungle with wildlife and tall trees.) Grade 7-9 *Festivals of Joy (Describe a celebration with family and traditions.) *Sports and Fun (Show kids playing their favorite sport.) Grade 10-12 *Cultural Heritage (Paint a monument, festival or traditional clothes.) *Cityscapes at Night (Show a lively city lit up at night.) For more information, please visit the studentcompetition.com. 1．What is the purpose of the competition? A．To raise funds for art education. B．To promote creativity and artistic skills. C．To select the best paintings for an exhibition. D．To encourage students to use digital tools. 2．What is a requirement for the painting submission? A．More than one painting is welcome. B．A photo of the participant is needed. C．The participant’s identity proof should be included. D．The painting must be submitted in PDF format. 3．What can a student from Grade 11 draw for the competition? A．A horse. B．A garden. C．A match. D．A festival. （24-25高一下·福建三明·期中）A Unique Winter Festival-The Lantern Ice Carnival Every February, the small town of Harbin in Northeast China transforms into a magical world of ice and light during the Lantern Ice Carnival. This 15-day festival, starting on the first full moon of the lunar year, combines traditional Chinese lantern celebrations with breathtaking ice sculptures. Visitors can explore three main zones: 1. Ice Sculpture Park: Over 1,000 artists carve giant ice castles, animals, and even famous landmarks like the Great Wall. At night, colorful LED lights make the sculptures glow. 2. Winter Sports Area: Try ice skating, sledding, or watch professional ice hockey (冰球) matches. Free hot chocolate is provided at rest stations. 3. Cultural Market: Taste local snacks (e.g., sugar-coated hawthorns), make lanterns, or join a paper-cutting workshop. Key Tips for Visitors: Dress warmly! Temperatures often drop to -20℃. Buy tickets online (￥150 adults; ￥80 students) to avoid queues. Parking is limited. Take Bus No. 5 or Subway Line 2 to Green Park Station. The festival’s closing ceremony features a fireworks show over the frozen Songhua River. The Lantern Ice Carnival attracts over a million tourists yearly, making it one of Asia’s most popular winter events. As local artist Zhang Wei says, “It’s not just about ice-it’s about sharing warmth in the coldest season.” 1．What is the main purpose of the Lantern Ice Carnival? A．To promote winter sports in China. B．To celebrate the lunar new year with ice and light. C．To attract foreign tourists to Northeast China. D．To raise money for local artists. 2．If a visitor wants to experience both cultural activities and local food, which area of the Lantern Ice Carnival should they focus on? A．Ice Sculpture Park B．Winter Sports Area C．Cultural Market D．All three areas 3．What advice does the article give to visitors? A．Buy tickets online in advance for discounts. B．Wear heavy clothes for freezing weather. C．Arrive before 5 pm for the fireworks show. D．Take Bus No. 5 or Subway Line 2 directly to the Ice Sculpture Park. （24-25高一下·山东·期中）A recent study from the University of Amsterdam reveals an interesting phenomenon: When sad or difficult scenes appear in artworks, people spend more time looking at them compared to similar photographs. This discovery helps explain why art has been used for centuries to explore challenging subjects. Researchers conducted five experiments with over 500 participants to test their preferences. In the first test, people chose between viewing paintings described as “selected for art galleries” or photos described as “news article images.” When scenes showed negative events like war or suffering, 63% preferred paintings, while only 37% chose photos. But for positive scenes like acts of kindness, this preference for art was not seen. Why does this happen? Later experiments showed three key reasons: Safety through imagination: Paintings felt less emotionally heavy. As one participant noted, “Art feels like a story, but photos feel too real.” Beauty balances pain: 78% considered paintings as more beautiful, even when showing sad content. Thinking space: Artistic styles inspired deeper thinking. People spent 40% longer viewing abstract war paintings compared to detailed photos. Professor Emma Chen, who wasn’t involved in the study, explains: “Art creates psychological distance. When we see brushstrokes (笔触) or unusual colors, our brain understands this isn’t real. This ‘safety blanket’ lets us face difficult truths without feeling overwhelmed.” These findings show that art acts as a psychological filter when we face difficult or negative subjects. The beauty of artistic creations, along with the feeling that we’re stepping back from reality into a “as-if” world while experiencing art, may reduce the emotional impact of negative content, making it more approachable than non-art media. The findings have real-world applications. Museums using this research redesigned exhibits about climate change, replacing graphic photos with symbolic sculptures. Visitor engagement increased by 55%, with more people reading information panels (信息面板). “It’s like using honey to make medicine easier to swallow,” says museum educator David Müller. “The artistic form helps important messages reach people who might otherwise look away.” 1．What is the purpose of the text? A．To compare the artistic value of paintings and photos. B．To show how art makes negative content easier to face. C．To argue that museums should replace photos with artworks. D．To explain why people prefer beautiful images over realistic ones. 2．Why do people spend more time viewing negative art than photos? A．News-related photos naturally lack artistic value. B．Art provides clearer information about real events. C．Art reduces emotional stress while encouraging reflection. D．Photos are often less professionally created than paintings. 3．What does the underlined phrase “a psychological filter” in paragraph 4 mean? A．A tool for improving photo quality. B．A method for selecting gallery artworks. C．A technique for creating abstract paintings. D．A mental process for softening emotional impact. 4．What does the museum example imply about art’s social role? A．Modern audiences no longer care about realistic representations. B．Museums should avoid displaying works with disturbing content. C．Artistic forms can help important messages reach wider audiences. D．Art simplifies complex problems to make them easy to understand. （24-25高一下·山西临汾·期中）In 1899, a wealthy couple built a summer house in Maryland. Over time, the building had different uses, but today, it is part of a public performing arts campus called Strathmore — complete with a nearby concert hall seating nearly 2,000 people — that has developed around that first building. Jazz singer Christie Dashiell first came to Strathmore through its artist-in-residence program. Each year, this program selects six musicians between 16 and 32 years old and helps them with lessons, performances, and career advice. “I left college having so much music,” Dashiell says. “I had written so much music and I had practiced so much music. But I didn’t know what an artist was and what life looked like.” At Strathmore, Dashiell learned how to perform on stage, promote her music online, and plan concerts. And of course, she worked with other musicians to write songs and put on shows. It’s where Dashiell says she began to find not only her vocal talents, but the unique sonic signature that defines and distinguishes (区分) a jazz artist: her sound. Dashiell gave several concerts at Strathmore. In 2016, she released her first album (专辑) in its small music room. Later, when she created her second album, Journey in Black, she performed in a bigger venue at Strathmore. Journey in Black, which came out in late 2023, tells stories of love, loss, joy and friendship — all of us can relate to that, It combines jazz with gospel, R&B, and hip-hop. That recording has been nominated (提名) for the Grammy Award for best jazz vocal album. It is her first Grammy nod. “It feels good to be recognized in this way,” Dashiell says. “Very few artists are making music with the purpose of being nominated for a Grammy. That’s definitely not where I was coming from when I was making this music. I just wanted to make music that was honest and true in a way.” 1．What is a purpose of the artist-in-residence program at Strathmore? A．To explore the century-old building. B．To build a well-developed training system. C．To offer practical education on music. D．To select winners in a music competition. 2．After leaving college, Dashiell felt a sense of ______. A．loneliness B．uncertainty C．confidence D．satisfaction 3．What can be learned about the album Journey in Black? A．It came out in 2016. B．It mainly tells about love. C．It is widely relatable. D．It is Dashiell’s first album. 4．What does Dashiell think is more important for her? A．Producing heartfelt music. B．Getting a nomination for best singer. C．Winning a Grammy Award. D．Releasing albums as soon as possible. （24-25高一下·湖南·期中）A kid from Ghana has officially been recognized as the world’s youngest male artist. Guinness World Records acknowledged Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah when he was just one year and 152 days old. The little boy began painting at the age of six months, when his remarkable talent became clear. His mother Chantelle, also an artist, was surprised to find her son had artistic talent from that young age. She explained how he started painting. Chantelle was given the task of designing a work for Miss Universe 2023. While she was working, she gave Ace-Liam a canvas (油画布) and some paint. She said he clearly showed a strong interest in colours as he explored the canvas. Chantelle named his first piece “The Crawl”. Ace-Liam is attracting attention across the art world. His work was exhibited at Ghana’s Museum of Science in January. Nine of the 10 pieces on show at that exhibition were sold. Art lovers have bought a further six of his paintings this year. Even Ghana’s first lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo asked the little boy to create a piece for her. Chantelle said her son is making waves with his artistic talent. She said: “He has created a buzz and encouraged deeper conversations about art appreciation.” She also mentioned that his abstract paintings were inspired by the world around him—colours, shapes, textures and his mood. Guinness remarked: “There is no doubt that Ace-Liam has an exciting career ahead of him, and we can’t wait to see what comes next.” 1．What can be inferred about Ace-Liam’s mother from the passage? A．She forced him to learn painting for fame. B．She discouraged him from studying art. C．She designed his first artwork “The Crawl”. D．She discovered his talent by accident. 2．Why does the author mention many of Ace-Liam’s pieces were sold? A．To show the high value of children’s art. B．To prove his artistic talent is widely recognized. C．To stress the museum’s profit-making goal. D．To compare his talent with adult artists. 3．Which of the following is TRUE about Ace-Liam’s artworks? A．All of his paintings shown at the exhibition in January were sold. B．His paintings are mainly realistic works about daily life. C．His abstract paintings draw inspiration from his surroundings. D．His artworks have only been sold in Ghana so far. 4．What might be the best title for the passage? A．The World’s Youngest Male Artist in Guinness B．Exploration of Abstract Painting Techniques C．The Role of Parents in Child Artists’ Success D．A Famous Art Exhibition in Ghana 重难语篇拔高练 （24-25高二下·河北廊坊·期中）When Ghanaian photojournalist Paul Ninson initially pursued a career in photography, he found the challenge discouraging. Photography isn’t exactly valued as a career in Ghana, Ninson says, “If you tell your parents you’re going to be a photographer, it was like, ‘Yuck, what? Go be a lawyer.’” But Ninson felt photography was his calling. Deeply influenced by the family history of storytelling passed down through his grandparents and later attracted by a friend’s images, he developed a love for photography. He sold his mobile phone, bought a camera and began studying photography. Though Ninson began his journey with commercial photography, he soon shifted his focus to stories closer to his heart-those of African history and culture that he would capture as a photojournalist. Ninson still sought formal education in photojournalism. Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City. There, he read the center’s hundreds of photobooks. In Ghana, he only had access to five or six of such books. As he ventured deeper into the city, he discovered more visual histories of Africa than he had experienced at home, such as documentation of Ghana’s first president at the New York Public Library. The libraries Ninson visited were unwilling to give him their archives(档案)to return to Africa, which led to his idea of creating a leading photobook library in Africa that held such stories. This idea has been realized with the creation of Dikan Center in Accra, Ghana’s capital. In Ghanaian artist Daniella Afful’s eyes, Dikan Center is the beginning of for the growth of Ghana’s creative community, “Dikan Center has magnified(放大)art and photography. Dikan Center has kind of given us the hope that we may soon have a music library and we could have a film library in Ghana—anything just to preserve our history and make history.” 1．How did Ninson’s grandparents affect his career choice? A．They bought a camera for Ninson. B．They asked him to consult his friend. C．They carried on the storytelling tradition. D．They showed many photos of his family. 2．Why did Ninson go to America? A．He desired for chances to better himself. B．He hunted for more approaches to culture. C．He planned to sell hundreds of photobooks. D．He wanted to return to commercial photography. 3．Which of the following can best describe Ninson? A．Innovative and hard-working. B．Generous and caring. C．Optimistic and humorous. D．Brave and outgoing. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing the last paragraph? A．To call on people to build more libraries in Ghana. B．To promote the development of art in Ghana. C．To highlight the significance of Dikan Center. D．To discuss the challenges of preserving African history. （24-25高二下·山东·期中）When Ghanaian photojournalist Paul Ninson initially pursued a career in photography, he found the challenge discouraging. Photography isn’t exactly valued as a career in Ghana, Ninson says, “If you tell your parents you’re going to be a photographer, it was like, ‘Yuck, what? Go be a lawyer.’” But Ninson felt photography was his calling. Deeply influenced by the family history of storytelling passed down through his grandparents and later attracted by a friend’s images, he developed a love for photography. He sold his mobile phone, bought a camera and began studying photography. Though Ninson began his journey with commercial photography, he soon shifted his focus to stories closer to his heart — those of African history and culture that he would capture as a photojournalist. Ninson still sought formal education in photojournalism. Unable to find a suitable program in Africa, he left Ghana in 2019 to study in New York City. There, he read the center’s hundreds of photobooks. In Ghana, he only had access to five or six of such books. As he ventured deeper into the city, he discovered more visual histories of Africa than he had experienced at home, such as documentation of Ghana’s first president at the New York Public Library. The libraries Ninson visited were unwilling to give him their archives (档案) to return to Africa, which led to his idea of creating a leading photobook library in Africa that held such stories. This idea has been realized with the creation of Dikan Center in Accra, Ghana’s capital. In Ghanaian artist Daniella Afful’s eyes, Dikan Center is a spark for the growth of Ghana’s creative community. “Dikan Center has magnified (放大) art and photography. Dikan Center has kind of given us the hope that we may soon have a music library and we could have a film library in Ghana — anything just to preserve our history and make history.” 1．How did Ninson’s grandparents affect his career choice? A．They bought a camera for Ninson. B．They asked him to seek his friend’s advice. C．They showed many photos of his family. D．They carried on the storytelling tradition. 2．Why did Ninson go to America? A．He planned to sell hundreds of photobooks. B．He hunted for more approaches to culture. C．He desired for chances to better himself. D．He wanted to return to commercial photography. 3．Which of the following can best describe Ninson? A．Optimistic and humorous. B．Generous and caring. C．Innovative and hard-working. D．Brave and outgoing. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing the last paragraph? A．To highlight the significance of Dikan Center. B．To promote the development of art in Ghana. C．To call on people to build more libraries in Ghana. D．To discuss the challenges of preserving African history. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$