专题04 阅读理解之记叙文15篇-【好题汇编】备战2024-2025学年高二英语下学期期末真题分类汇编（人教版2019）

专题04 阅读理解之记叙文15篇 题号 主题 主题 难度 1 人与自我 适中 个人经历,科学家 2 人与自我 较易 疾病 ,其他著名人物 3 人与自我 适中 中国文化与节日,个人经历 4 人与自我 适中 个人经历,创业意识 5 人与自我 适中 个人经历 6 人与社会 较易 旅游观光,个人经历 7 人与社会 适中 生活故事 8 人与社会 适中 家人和亲人 ,生活故事 9 人与社会 适中 生活故事 10 人与社会 适中 意外事故,探险旅行 11 人与自然 适中 人与动植物,善行义举（个人） 12 人与自然 适中 环境保护,可持续农业 13 人与自然 适中 公益活动（组织机构）,环境保护,记叙文 14 人与自然 适中 旅游观光,探险旅行 15 人与自然 较难 发明与创造 ,环境保护,记叙文 记叙文之人与自我 （23-24高二下·辽宁大连·期末）Born in 1958 in Nanning, Guangxi, Dr. Huang Danian became interested in geophysics early. His parents, teaching at a local geological institution, passed the passion down to him. In 1978, Huang was admitted to Changchun Institute of Geology and later taught there. He once wrote that rejuvenating (使恢复活力) the Chinese nation was their generation’s responsibility. In 1992, he went to Britain for further studies. There, he obtained his doctorate in geophysics and joined a local firm. During his time in the UK, Huang’s heart remained devoted to the motherland, frequently flying back to China to attend academic meetings or seminars related to his field. In 2008, he returned to China with great resolution. For him, no matter how successful he was abroad, the biggest satisfaction would be improving his home country. Upon his return to China, he was entrusted to work at Jilin University as a professor and chief scientist in a branch of China’s biggest deep earth exploration program. Over 400 scientists participated in the program, which aimed to fix high-tech cameras on aircraft, ships, and satellites that would enable scientists to see through the earth’s crust (地壳) without digging into it. For seven years, Huang worked racing against time. Many of his co-workers called him a workaholic while he thought he was more like a “lunatic (疯狂的人)”. “China is in urgent need of ‘lunatics’ if it is to become a stronger country. It would be an honor if I could be one of them,” he added. The lunatic’s madness paid off. He and his team helped China greatly narrow its gap with developed countries in obtaining precise data on deep earth exploration. They created a number of China’s No.1s, filling many technical gaps for China’s sky survey, ground detection, and sea exploration. During his whole life, he sought no fame, and always kept the motherland in mind. As a scientist, he fulfilled his dream of rejuvenating the nation with exceptional achievements. 1．Why did Dr. Huang decide to return and work in China? A．To work at Jilin University. B．To attend academic meetings. C．To devote himself to researching. D．To serve his motherland whole-heartedly. 2．What did the deep-earth exploration program focus on? A．Discovering new mineral resources. B．Competing with developed countries. C．Equipping various platforms with cameras. D．Helping scientists explore beneath the earth’s crust. 3．What did Huang and his team achieve? A．They won many international awards. B．They got accurate data on deep ocean. C．They attained many firsts in relevant fields. D．They helped China overtake developed countries. 4．Which of the following can best describe Dr. Huang? A．Committed and patriotic. B．Enterprising and crazy. C．Sensitive and rigid. D．Single-minded and unreliable. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。讲述了黄大年教授的生平事迹，特别是他在地球深部探测领域的贡献以及他对祖国科技发展的执着追求。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“He once wrote that rejuvenating (使恢复活力) the Chinese nation was their generation’s responsibility.(他曾写道，复兴中华民族是他们这一代人的责任)”以及第二段“In 2008, he returned to China with great resolution. For him, no matter how successful he was abroad, the biggest satisfaction would be improving his home country.(2008年，他毅然决然地回到了中国。对他来说，无论他在国外有多成功，最大的满足感将是改善他的祖国)”可知，黄博士为了全心全意为祖国服务决定回国工作。故选D项。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“Upon his return to China, he was entrusted to work at Jilin University as a professor and chief scientist in a branch of China’s biggest deep earth exploration program. Over 400 scientists participated in the program, which aimed to fix high-tech cameras on aircraft, ships, and satellites that would enable scientists to see through the earth’s crust (地壳) without digging into it.(回国后，他受命在吉林大学担任教授和首席科学家，参与中国最大的深地探测项目。超过400名科学家参与了这个项目，其目的是在飞机、船只和卫星上安装高科技摄像机，使科学家能够在不深入地壳的情况下看到地壳)”可知，深地探测计划的重点是帮助科学家探索地壳下的世界。故选D项。 3．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“The lunatic’s madness paid off. He and his team helped China greatly narrow its gap with developed countries in obtaining precise data on deep earth exploration. They created a number of China’s No.1s, filling many technical gaps for China’s sky survey, ground detection, and sea exploration.(这个疯子的疯狂得到了回报。他和他的团队帮助中国大大缩小了与发达国家在获得地球深部探测精确数据方面的差距。他们创造了许多中国的no.1，填补了中国天空测量，地面探测和海洋探测的许多技术空白)”可知，黄和他的团队，他们在相关领域取得了许多第一。故选C项。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段“He once wrote that rejuvenating (使恢复活力) the Chinese nation was their generation’s responsibility.(他曾写道，复兴中华民族是他们这一代人的责任)”以及第二段“In 2008, he returned to China with great resolution. For him, no matter how successful he was abroad, the biggest satisfaction would be improving his home country.(2008年，他毅然决然地回到了中国。对他来说，无论他在国外有多成功，最大的满足感将是改善他的祖国)”和最后一段“During his whole life, he sought no fame, and always kept the motherland in mind. As a scientist, he fulfilled his dream of rejuvenating the nation with exceptional achievements.(他一生不求名利，一心想着祖国。作为一名科学家，他以卓越的成就实现了民族复兴的梦想)”可知，黄大年博士是忠诚和爱国的。故选A项。 （23-24高二下·广东惠州·期末）Cai Lei, an individual who previously occupied the role of deputy head of the JD conglomerate, unveils the transformative journey that commenced upon receiving the diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly abbreviated as ALS, which propelled him towards a quest for a remedy. Emerging into the world in the year 1978 within the confines of a rural household dedicated to agriculture, Cai was profoundly impacted by the philosophy of his progenitor, which posited that an individual must engage in a struggle for self-advancement. From the earliest stages of his educational journey, he committed to rising at the break of dawn, prior to the arrival of the fifth hour, to partake in physical exertion and the study of the English language. By the age of twenty-nine, he had ascended to the position of principal fiscal overseer within Vanke Corporation. In the year 2011, he transitioned to the JD conglomerate, spearheading his squad in the innovation of the inaugural electronic fiscal document in the nation of China. Irrespective of the professional environment in which he found himself, he consistently endeavored to generate novel contributions of value. In the year 2019, he was confronted with the somber reality of an ALS diagnosis, an affliction that typically portends a lifespan of merely two to five years. ALS is predominantly attributed to the progressive demise of motor neurons, a condition that renders routine activities such as hydration, nourishment, personal hygiene, and verbal communication insurmountable challenges. Ultimately, the afflicted are compelled to depend entirely on mechanical assistance and the support of others for sustenance. To date, the therapeutic arsenal for ALS is limited to a mere duo of pharmaceuticals, the efficacy of which is confined to a marginal prolongation of life by several months, without any substantive enhancement in the quality of existence. The development of efficacious pharmaceuticals stands as the solitary avenue for the salvation of ALS sufferers. Nevertheless, the magnitude of exertion demanded, coupled with the financial infeasibility given the rarity of the condition, renders this endeavor one of Herculean proportions. The gestation period for the research and development of a novel pharmaceutical typically spans a decade to a decade and a half, with an associated financial outlay ranging from one to three billion dollars. For illustrative purposes, consider Alzheimer's disease; between the years 2000 and 2017, the investment in the development of new pharmaceuticals for this more prevalent ailment surpassed six hundred billion dollars, with a staggering 99.6% of the research endeavors on over three hundred drugs culminating in failure. Undeterred, Cai resolved to assume direct control over his fate. He initiated his own enterprise in the domain of medical technology, assembled a dedicated research cohort, and selflessly subjected himself to the trial of more than thirty experimental pharmaceuticals, all of which regrettably proved ineffective. Despite these setbacks, he remains steadfast in his resolve to persevere. In a final, desperate act, he has pledged to bequeath his cerebral cortex and spinal column to the pursuit of scientific inquiry, ensuring that his demise will not be in vain. 1．What kind of person is Cai Lei? A．Extremely gifted and ambitious. B．Hard-working and warm-hearted. C．Quite responsible and dependable. D．Highly motivated and strong-willed. 2．What might happen to people diagnosed with ALS? A．Losing the ability to think and speak normally. B．Maintaining a normal life by taking medicines. C．Dying within months of a confirmed diagnosis. D．Needing external assistance to survive in the end. 3．Why is Alzheimerˈs disease mentioned in paragraph 4? A．To talk about the severity of Alzheimer. B．To prove Alzheimer to be a common disease. C．To explain the difficulty of finding a cure for ALS. D．To ask for more investment in the research on ALS. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Joint efforts to fight ALS B．A man who never gives in C．ASL, a rare deadly disease D．Suffering of a man with ALS 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．C 4．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，讲述了蔡磊在被诊断出患有肌萎缩侧索硬化症(ALS)后，他如何面对这一挑战并寻求治疗方法的故事。 1．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“Cai was profoundly impacted by the philosophy of his progenitor, which posited that an individual must engage in a struggle for self-advancement.”（蔡雷深受他的祖先的哲学影响，这种哲学认为一个人必须为自我提升而奋斗。）和第五段“Undeterred, Cai resolved to assume direct control over his fate.”（蔡没有被吓倒，蔡雷决定直接掌控自己的命运。）可推知，蔡雷是一个高度有动力和意志坚强的人。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Ultimately, the afflicted are compelled to depend entirely on mechanical assistance and the support of others for sustenance.”（最终，患者被迫完全依赖机械辅助和他人的支持来维持生活。）可推知，被诊断为ALS的人最终可能需要外部帮助才能生存。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段中的句子“For illustrative purposes, consider Alzheimer's disease; between the years 2000 and 2013, the investment in the development of new pharmaceuticals for this more prevalent ailment surpassed six hundred billion dollars, with a staggering 99.6% of the research endeavors on over three hundred drugs culminating in failure”（为了说明问题，以阿尔茨海默病为例;2000年至2013年间，针对这种更为普遍的疾病的新药开发投资超过了6000亿美元，300多种药物的研究努力中有99.6%以失败告终）可知，文章提到阿尔茨海默病是为了说明为ALS找到治疗方法的难度。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据全文内容，特别是第五段“Undeterred, Cai resolved to assume direct control over his fate. He initiated his own enterprise in the domain of medical technology, assembled a dedicated research cohort, and selflessly subjected himself to the trial of more than thirty experimental pharmaceuticals, all of which regrettably proved ineffective. Despite these setbacks, he remains steadfast in his resolve to persevere.”（蔡没有被吓倒，他决定直接掌控自己的命运。他在医疗技术领域开创了自己的事业，组建了一支专门的研究队伍，无私地接受了三十多种实验药物的试验，但遗憾的是，这些药物都无效。尽管有这些挫折，他仍然坚定不移地坚持下去。）可知，短文的最佳标题为“一个永不屈服的人”。故选B。 （23-24高二下·广东深圳·期末）Growing up in a suburban neighborhood in the Northeastern United States, the advent of springtime didn’t hold much significance for me. While it did bring a week-long respite from school, the focus was more on the vacation aspect than the season itself. For the children in my community, spring was largely an overlooked period. The year was divided into two primary seasons: winter, which offered the thrill of ice skating, sledding, and constructing snow forts; and summer, which allowed us to fully enjoy the beach located a short distance from my home. Spring and autumn were merely transitional periods, marking the countdown to the more exciting seasons. It’s true that as I matured, spring began to hold a certain charm for me, as suggested by the poetic line, “In the spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love,” penned by Alfred Lord Tennyson. However, my fascination was more with the romantic notions associated with the season rather than the season itself. In essence, spring was not a season I paid much heed to... until my journey to China. After spending roughly three months in Beijing, my first Spring Festival made its presence known in an undeniable way. The sporadic fireworks throughout the day and night were a clear indication, but what truly struck me was the apparent absence of the usual hustle and bustle in the city. The usual throngs of people, streams of vehicles, and the general city noise seemed to have vanished. This mystery was resolved upon my return to work. My colleagues enlightened me that it is customary for Chinese people to travel, if necessary, to reunite with their families during the Spring Festival. Many residents of Beijing are not originally from the capital. Furthermore, I was introduced to a fascinating aspect of the Spring Festival that continues to astonish me. Regardless of when the holiday commences, there is an almost instantaneous and perceptible improvement in the weather. Spring truly makes its entrance. The ancient Chinese ability to devise a system that could consistently and accurately herald the change of seasons, year after year, is beyond my comprehension. Yet, they managed to achieve this remarkable feat. 1．What did the author think of spring as a child? ______ A．It was a season full of promise. B．It was always beyond his imagination. C．It was a tiring and long holiday. D．It hardly left a good impression on him. 2．What impressed the author most about Beijing during the Spring Festival? ______ A．The busy traffic. B．The unexpected quietness. C．Beijingers’ love for travel. D．Occasional bursts of fireworks. 3．How does the author feel about the system created by ancient Chinese? ______ A．Adorable. B．Confused. C．Wonderful. D．Convenient. 4．What can be inferred from the text? ______ A．Spring Festival in Beijing will make one feel quite lonely. B．The author spent his first Spring Festival at a colleague’s home. C．In China Spring Festival always indicates the coming of Spring. D．The author still worked during the Spring Festival while in Beijing. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章通过对比作者童年时对春天的印象和在中国北京过春节的经历，表达了对中国文化的赞叹。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Growing up in a suburban neighborhood in the Northeastern United States, the advent of springtime didn’t hold much significance for me. (我在美国东北部的一个郊区长大，春天的到来对我来说并没有多大意义。)”可知作者小时候对春天几乎没有什么好感。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段“The sporadic fireworks throughout the day and night were a clear indication, but what truly struck me was the apparent absence of the usual hustle and bustle in the city. (白天和晚上零星的烟火是一个明显的迹象，但真正让我印象深刻的是，城市里明显没有往常的喧嚣。)”和第五段“The usual throngs of people, streams of vehicles, and the general city noise seemed to have vanished. (平时熙熙攘攘的人群、川流不息的车辆和城市的喧嚣似乎都消失了。)”可知作者对北京在春节期间的异常宁静印象深刻。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段“The ancient Chinese ability to devise a system that could consistently and accurately herald the change of seasons, year after year, is beyond my comprehension. Yet, they managed to achieve this remarkable feat. (中国古人能够设计出一种系统，能够年复一年地持续准确地预示季节的变化，这超出了我的理解。然而，他们成功地完成了这一了不起的壮举。)”表明作者对古代中国人创造的系统感到惊奇和赞叹。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Furthermore, I was introduced to a fascinating aspect of the Spring Festival that continues to astonish me. Regardless of when the holiday commences, there is an almost instantaneous and perceptible improvement in the weather. Spring truly makes its entrance. (此外，我还被介绍到春节迷人的一面，这让我一直感到惊讶。不管假期什么时候开始，天气几乎立刻就有了明显的好转。春天真的来了。)”可推断春节总是预示着春天的到来。故选C。 （23-24高二下·青海西宁·期末）As she spoke, Zhang Yue put her hands behind her back to hide that they were shaking. She couldn’t, however, hide the line of sweat running down her forehead, which was caused partly by the heat of the television studio, but more by fear of the four people seated in front of her. They stared back, their blank faces giving no clue as to what they would say next. Feeling dizzy, Zhang Yue took a deep breath as she struggled to finish her presentation, “And that is why I need your help in turning my new and exciting business into a successful one.” Now chairwoman of her own company, Zhang Yue is fond of saying, “The early bird catches the worm.” The place where this happens is a valley, a world away from any television studio. Moving carefully through the darkness, she passes row upon row of rose plants. In an hour, these fields will be full of people, working quickly to pick the flowers before sunrise. “It has to be done then,” says Zhang. “These flowers are delicate.” Zhang never thought that this was something she would end up doing. Surrounded by roses as she was growing up, she paid them little attention. It was only after graduating from university overseas and returning to visit her parents that Zhang realised the potential. “Condition s are ideal here,” she says. “This is a place where roses grow wild. I also wanted to give something back to my home town.” She is not the only young person to have been bitten by the start-up bug. All over the world, an increasing number of enterprising young people are thinking of starting their own businesses, as the growing economy creates more opportunities. Like Zhang, they present their ideas in the hope of getting investment and advice, and they have the same passion and devotion. “I love running my own business, but it’s not for everyone,” says Zhang. “To succeed in business, you need more than a good idea, hard work and determination. What really matters is a sound business plan, access to capital, and good management and negotiating skills. Most of all, don’t be too ambitious. You should know your own limits and those of the people you work with. For young people who have little life experience, that can be a challenge.” 1．From the first paragraph, we know that ______. A．Zhang Yue was not a confident business woman B．Zhang Yue was happy to meet her partners C．Zhang Yue was nervous during her presentation D．Zhang Yue needed to be recognized by others 2．What does the sentence “She... bitten by the start-up bug.” mean? A．She was once bitten by a bug. B．She needs other people to help her. C．She is not the only person to be bitten by a bug. D．Many young people share her passion for entrepreneurship. 3．Which words can best describe Zhang Yue? A．Potential and doubtful. B．Passionate and devoted. C．Intelligent and experienced. D．Realistic and pessimistic. 4．What’s the main idea of the text? A．Zhang Yue’s business and suggestions for young people. B．The reason why Zhang Yue chose to be a farmer. C．How to start your own businesses. D．The introduction to Zhang Yue’s home town. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了张悦的创业经历和创业心得。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“As she spoke, Zhang Yue put her hands behind her back to hide that they were shaking. She couldn’t, however, hide the line of sweat running down her forehead, which was caused partly by the heat of the television studio, but more by fear of the four people seated in front of her.(张悦说话的时候，把手放在背后，以掩饰手在颤抖。然而，她无法掩饰额头上的汗珠，这部分是由于电视演播室的高温，但更多的是由于害怕坐在她面前的四个人。)”可知，张悦在讲话的时候手在颤抖，额头上留下了汗水，她害怕坐在她前面的四个人，这表明她在演讲时感到紧张。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据画线句下一句“All over the world, an increasing number of enterprising young people are thinking of starting their own businesses, as the growing economy creates more opportunities.(在世界各地，随着经济的不断增长创造更多的机会，越来越多有事业心的年轻人开始考虑自己创业。)”可推测出，画线句表达的是她并不是唯一一个对创业有热情的人，本句话中的“been bitten by”表示“热衷于”，“start-up bug”指的是“创业热”，由此可推测出，有很多年轻人像她一样对创业有着强烈的兴趣和追求。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Like Zhang, they present their ideas in the hope of getting investment and advice, and they have the same passion and devotion.(和张一样，他们提出自己的想法是希望得到投资和建议，他们也有同样的激情和奉献精神。)”和最后一段中的“I love running my own business(我喜欢经营自己的事业)”可推测出，她对自己的事业充满热情（passionate）和奉献（devoted）。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，第一段通过张悦讲话的情况引出接下来张悦讲述的创业经历；第二至四段讲述了张悦的创业经历；最后一段讲述了张悦给年轻人讲述的创业建议。因此A项“张跃的创业和对年轻人的建议。”符合题意。故选A。 （23-24高二下·黑龙江大庆·期末）About a dozen years ago, as I was preparing to leave Cambridge, Massachusetts for Berkeley, California, I took to carrying around a small camera on my walks to and from work and home. I hoped to capture something about the place and my time there and write something before setting off for the West Coast. What I ultimately carried away with me wasn’t a set of artistic or nostalgic (怀旧的) photos—it was an appreciation for the value of framing things just right. It’s one thing to walk along an elegantly designed street lined with cherry trees in bloom; it’s another to appreciate the arrangement of elements, to think about their meaning, and to compose something that goes beyond that single moment. I kept taking mental pictures long after I’d used up all my film. Blogging for 13.7 of NPR (a column of National Public Radio) over the past years has been a bit like carrying around a camera. Instead of taking photos, I’ve wandered the landscape of science and culture in search of interesting findings or ideas to share with the 13.7 community and our broader audience. Thinking about what to write and how to write it has invited me to consider new perspectives, develop new arguments, and think beyond a single academic publication, or a single news cycle. I’m not the only one, of course, to find the experience of writing enlightening. Research in education finds that writing can be an invaluable tool for learning. Psychological studies reveal the value of expressive writing when it comes to processing an upsetting event. For this is, sadly, a farewell: In the face of limited resources, NPR has decided to terminate 13.7. But just as I continued taking mental pictures long after I ran out of film those years ago in Cambridge, I know that 13.7 has offered me something that will persist beyond the blog: a particular way of capturing the light. And I know that I’ll continue to write, celebrating science and culture. 1．What do we know about the author? A．He was constantly on the move. B．He was eager for his new life in Berkeley. C．He treasured his life experience in Cambridge. D．He hoped to sharpen his skills in photography in Berkeley. 2．How does the author view 13.7 of NPR? A．A means of making a living. B．An outlet for his discontent. C．A shortcut to achieving fame and fortune. D．A platform for learning and enhancement. 3．What does the underlined word “terminate” in the last paragraph mean? A．Fund. B．Stop. C．Overlook. D．Polish. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Capturing the Light in My Life B．Saying Farewell to the Past C．Affection for Photography Shaped Me. D．The Journey from Cambridge to Berkeley 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者十几年前为了记录生活开始随身携带一个小相机，随后发现了NPR的13.7频道，让作者发现写作经验具有启发性。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“I hoped to capture something about the place and my time there and write something before setting off for the West Coast.(我希望在出发去西海岸之前，能捕捉到一些关于这个地方和我在那里的时光的东西，并写一些东西)”可知，作者珍惜他在剑桥的生活经历。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第四段“Thinking about what to write and how to write it has invited me to consider new perspectives, develop new arguments, and think beyond a single academic publication, or a single news cycle.(思考写什么和怎么写，让我想到了新的视角，提出了新的论点，并超越了单一的学术出版物或单一的新闻周期)”可知，作者认为NPR的13.7是学习和提高的平台。故选D。 3．词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“For this is, sadly, a farewell: In the face of limited resources”可知，sadly表示遗憾的是，且提到资源有限，推测NPR决定停止13.7频道。故划线词意思是“停止”。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“But just as I continued taking mental pictures long after I ran out of film those years ago in Cambridge, I know that 13.7 has offered me something that will persist beyond the blog: a particular way of capturing the light. And I know that I’ll continue to write, celebrating science and culture.(但就像多年前在剑桥用完胶卷后，我仍在脑海中不停地拍照一样，我知道13.7为我提供了一种超越博客的东西：一种捕捉光线的特殊方式。我知道我会继续写作，歌颂科学和文化)”结合文章主要讲述了作者十几年前为了记录生活开始随身携带一个小相机，随后发现了NPR的13.7频道，让作者发现写作经验具有启发性。可知，A选项“捕捉我生命中的光”最符合文章标题。故选A。 记叙文之人与社会 （23-24高二下·陕西宝鸡·期末）One week after I started working in Beijing, I decided to visit a place of interest called the Summer Palace. Before setting off, I researched it on the Internet. The Summer Palace is composed mostly of a lake, but it’s surrounded by beautiful greenery and a walkway that circles the lake. It is recommended that you give the Summer Palace about three hours. If you try to walk around it, it could take five or six hours. With that knowledge of it, I set off. The highlight of the tour had to be the view from the Tower of Buddhist Incense. It sits on the top of a large hill overlooking the lake and is worth a climb. It was built as a place to worship the Buddha. And in the Summer Palace, unlike in most of other places, photography isn’t allowed in most of the buildings. Pictures of most of the Buddhas and the other artifacts are off⁃limits for photographers. Another highlight was seeing the stage created for the Dowager Empress where she watched operas and other theater items. There are box seats that surround the stage and it was the largest stage created in Imperial China. You could almost imagine royalty reviewing the actors from the boxes and the stage. I do recommend taking a boat ride if you go, which takes you from one side of the lake to the other side where you can see another set of buildings. And it is fun. You can also rent an electric boat or paddleboat if you want. But since it was just me, I went aboard one of the biggest boats with other people. I spent another four hours wandering around the Summer Palace. But I didn’t see all of it because it was getting dark. How I wish I could visit it again. 1．What did the author do before setting off for the Summer Palace? A．Asked others about it. B．Learned something about it. C．Spent three hours researching it. D．Rented a boat. 2．What does the underlined word “off⁃limits” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Forbidden. B．Allowed. C．Charged. D．Limited. 3．What do we know about the stage mentioned in the text? A．It sits on the top of a hill. B．It is the largest stage all over China. C．It was for royalty to watch performances. D．Operas are performed there at times. 4．Which of the following correctly describes the author’s tour? A．She took a boat by herself. B．She spent four hours in the Summer Palace. C．She didn’t enjoy the trip because it was too late. D．She only toured part of the Summer Palace. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章记叙了作者游玩北京颐和园的经历，事先了解了信息，然后参观了必看的佛香阁、德和园戏台，并乘船欣赏了昆明湖。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Before setting off, I researched it on the Internet.”（出发前，我在网上查了一下。）可知，作者在出发前上网了解了一些颐和园的情况。故选B。 2．词句猜测题。根据第二段中“And in the Summer Palace, unlike in most of other places, photography isn’t allowed in most of the buildings. Pictures of most of the Buddhas and the other artifacts are off⁃limits for photographers.”（不像其他地方，在颐和园大多数建筑都不允许拍照。大多数佛像和其他文物的照片都是摄影师的off⁃limits。）可知，颐和园的大多数建筑不允许拍照，由此推知，位于建筑中的佛像和手工艺品大多也禁止拍照，因此off-limits与forbidden意思相近。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Another highlight was seeing the stage created for the Dowager Empress where she watched operas and other theater items.”（另一个亮点是看到了为慈禧太后创造的戏台，她在那里观看戏曲和其他剧场节目。）可知，戏台是给皇室看戏剧等演出的。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“But I didn’t see all of it because it was getting dark. How I wish I could visit it again.”（但我没有全部看完，因为天黑了。我多么希望能再去一次。）可知，因为天快黑了，作者没能欣赏到颐和园的全部景观，只参观了颐和园的一部分。故选D。 （23-24高二下·天津和平·期末）Like many young women, Joan Molinsky dreamed of a career on stage, entertaining the masses. However, her parents were skeptical; despite their daughter’s success in a number of local talent contests. Eager to see her perform in a club setting, Dr. Molinsky had his comedian-wanna-be daughter booked at the family’s beach club, which is Joan’s first dinner engagement. Miss Molinsky started her act with a funny song, but the audiences’ attention span lasted only as long as it took the dessert carts to visit their tables. In a matter of no time, the 300 people in attendance had resumed any and all conversations they’d had prior to the pretty’s introduction on stage. Heartbroken and ignored, Joan grounded her way through and uttered a polite “thank you” at the end of her final song. She burst into the nearby kitchen, teary-eyed with embarrassment. Her parents were also embarrassed and reinforced their belief that Joan had no future in entertainment. Dr. Molinsky told Joan to give up her dream of comedy and pursue a more realistic career choice. His daughter went ballistic. “I don’t care what you say!” She screamed at her father. “I do have talent. It’s my life. It’s my choice how I live it.” The fight eventually resulted in Joan moving out of her family’s home and taking up a temporary work, while pursuing her dreams with a variety of troupes (剧团) and shows. Her dedication eventually led to a job in California as a writer and on-air “bait girl” for Candid Camera (隐蔽摄像机). Despite her growing role on the show, host Allen Funt never could remember her first name, calling her everything from Jeri to Jeannie to Jackie. It was during her time with Candid Camera that Joan received a call from The Tonight Show, whom she had longed for over a year for a guest shot. They wanted her to appear with Johnny Carson. Once on stage, Joan and Carson hit it off immediately. In the end, Carson wiped tears of laughter from his eyes and said aloud to his millions of viewers, “God, you’re funny. You’re going to be a star.” The next day, dozens of appearance offers flooded in from all over the country, putting. Joan on comedy’s A-list. She also resigned from Candid Camera that day, much to the regret of an angry Funt. From that point on, no one would ever misidentify or underestimate Joan Rivers again. 1．What was Joan’s first dinner engagement like? A．It made her famous overnight. B．She was constantly interrupted by the audience. C．The audience gave her a lasting encouragement. D．Few paid much attention to what she performed. 2．What does the underlined word “ballistic” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．Confident. B．Excited. C．Angry. D．Compassionate. 3．How did Joan’s performance on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson change her career? A．She received negative review s from the audience. B．She decided to quit comedy altogether. C．She became a star and received many offers. D．She was criticized for her lack of talent. 4．What can we learn from Joan’s story? A．One should listen to parents’ advice. B．Don’t give up on your dreams easily. C．Success comes quickly if you do have talents. D．No one can achieve his dream without family support. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．C 4．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了Joan Molinsky想要成为喜剧明星，并且为了自己的梦想不懈努力的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第三段“Heartbroken and ignored, Joan grounded her way through and uttered a polite “thank you” at the end of her final song.(伤心欲绝、无人问津的琼在最后一首歌结束时礼貌地说了声“谢谢”)”可知，琼的第一次晚餐约会很少有人注意她的表演。故选D。 2．词句猜测题。根据第四段“Dr. Molinsky told Joan to give up her dream of comedy and pursue a more realistic career choice.(莫林斯基医生告诉琼放弃她的喜剧梦，去追求一个更现实的职业选择)”以及第五段““I don’t care what you say!” She screamed at her father. “I do have talent. It’s my life. It’s my choice how I live it.”(“我不管你说什么!”她朝父亲尖叫。“我确实有天赋。这是我的生活。如何生活是我的选择。”)”可知，琼因为对方让自己放弃喜剧梦感到生气。故划线词意思是“生气的”。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据最后一段“The next day, dozens of appearance offers flooded in from all over the country, putting Joan on comedy’s A-list.(第二天，来自全国各地的数十份演出邀请如潮水般涌来，让琼成为喜剧界的一线明星)”可知，琼因为The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson表演成了明星，收到了很多邀请。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据第四段“Dr. Molinsky told Joan to give up her dream of comedy and pursue a more realistic career choice. His daughter went ballistic.(莫林斯基医生告诉琼放弃她的喜剧梦，去追求一个更现实的职业选择。他的女儿勃然大怒)”结合主要讲述了Joan Molinsky想要成为喜剧明星，并且为了自己的梦想不懈努力的故事。可知，琼的故事告诉我们不要轻易放弃你的梦想。故选B。 （23-24高二下·辽宁朝阳·期末）I’ll always remember the first time I tried ballet. My mother was a dancer and I wanted nothing more than to be like her, but after making mistakes during my first class, I felt like I wanted to quit right away. However, I told my mum I couldn’t wait to dance again because it was only my first day. Weeks passed and my dancing didn’t get any better. Then my dance teacher announced that we were going to perform in a show. I was scared of falling on my face in front of hundreds of people and disappointing my mum. Even though I practised hard for the show, I never quite got the hang of it. Finally, I went to my mum to tell her how I felt. She simply laughed and told me she would teach me all she knew about ballet. My mum quickly discovered how bad at ballet I was, but she still taught me with the greatest patience, love and understanding. When I jumped and fell, she was there to catch me. When I lost my balance, she held me up. By the time the show arrived, I was as prepared as I could be. The music began and my heart started to race. Breathing calmly, I began moving to the music without missing a step. When the music stopped, I ran off the stage and laughed in excitement. My mum found me and gave me a huge hug, telling me how proud she was. I looked my mum in the eye and told her that there was no way this could have happened without her. Through this, I realized one important fact: My mum will always be there to catch me if I fall. 1．What happened to the author on her first day of ballet? A．She made no mistakes while dancing. B．She fell down and hurt herself. C．She lied to her mum about liking ballet. D．She realized she was talented in ballet. 2．What does the underlined phrase “got the hang of it” mean? A．Lost interest in it. B．Learned to do it well. C．Jumped high in the air. D．Had trouble with it. 3．How did the mother respond when the author expressed her difficulties in ballet? A．She encouraged her to quit and pursue something else. B．She simply laughed and ignored her concerns completely. C．She blamed her strictly for not practising enough. D．She offered to teach her everything she knew about ballet. 4．What did the author learn from her ballet experience? A．Never try something you are not good at. B．Don’t be afraid of disappointing others. C．Every mum will be proud of their children’s achievements. D．A mother’s love is pure and unconditional. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．D 【导语】本文为一篇记叙文。短文主要讲述了一个女孩第一次尝试芭蕾舞的经历。她在第一堂课上犯了很多错误，想要放弃，但最终决定坚持下去。她的舞蹈技术一直没有进步，但在母亲的鼓励和指导下，她最终在演出中表现出色，感到非常的自豪。这个故事告诉我们：母亲会永远在她摔倒的时候扶她起来。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“My mother was a dancer and I wanted nothing more than to be like her, but after making mistakes during my first class, I felt like I wanted to quit right away. However, I told my mum I couldn’t wait to dance again because it was only my first day. (我的母亲是一名舞者，我最希望的就是像她一样，但在第一堂课上犯了错误后，我觉得我想马上退出。然而，我告诉妈妈，我迫不及待地想再跳一次舞，因为这是我第一天跳舞。)”可知，她在上芭蕾舞的第一天对她的妈妈撒谎了，说喜欢芭蕾舞。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据文章第二段“Weeks passed and my dancing didn’t get any better. Then my dance teacher announced that we were going to perform in a show. I was scared of falling on my face in front of hundreds of people and disappointing my mum.(几个星期过去了，我的舞蹈并没有进步。然后我的舞蹈老师宣布我们要在一个节目中表演。我害怕在几百人面前摔个稀巴烂，让我妈妈失望。)”以及第三段划线词上文“Even though I practised hard for the show, I never quite(尽管我为演出刻苦练习，但我从来没有)”可知，尽管作者为演出刻苦训练，但始终没有掌握要领把舞跳好。由此可推知，“got the hang of it意为“学会做好这件事”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Even though I practised hard for the show, I never quite got the hang of it. Finally, I went to my mum to tell her how I felt. She simply laughed and told me she would teach me all she knew about ballet. (尽管我为演出刻苦练习，但我始终没有掌握要领。最后，我去找妈妈，告诉她我的感受。她只是笑着告诉我，她会把她所知道的芭蕾舞都教给我。)”可知，当作者向妈妈表达自己学习芭蕾舞的困难时，母亲主动提出教她有关于芭蕾的知识。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Through this, I realized one important fact: My mum will always be there to catch me if I fall. (通过这件事，我意识到一个重要的事实：如果我摔倒了，妈妈永远会在那里接住我。)”可知，作者从她的芭蕾舞经历体会到了母爱是纯洁而无条件的。故选D。 （23-24高二下·内蒙古赤峰·期末）During my two years living in London, I found that the British people really enjoy eating and drinking outdoors. When the weather is nice, restaurants and bars always bring out chairs, and everyone eats, drinks, and chats in the sunlight or under the lights. This continues even in the winter. However, it seems that Chinese people generally don’t eat and drink this way, except at markets. Markets always bring people joy. Each region in China has its own unique market. Usually just a few small stalls, a couple of tables and chairs, are enough to allow people to have a hearty meal in an open-air setting. Living in Beijing year-round, I have always complained that it is too much of a metropolis, too much concrete and steel. It wasn’t until I went to the suburban markets that I discovered a hidden version of Beijing, intimate, bustling, and lively. The open-air markets can usually be found in suburban areas. The opening times are mostly based on the lunar calendar. But for someone like me with social anxiety, the most precious thing about the market is the sense of freedom that comes from being able to blend in despite the large crowds. When you see something delicious, you just buy and eat it, getting your hands and mouth oily, because with so many people in the market, no one will even notice. The open-air market is like the city of Beijing itself. It is so vast that it seems to be able to accommodate everything, and yet because of its size, it also seems to provide a sense of invisibility, allowing you to feel warm and free, where every person who arrives can find something for themselves. 1．What’s the function of the first paragraph? A．To overview the whole article. B．To present the background. C．To make a prediction. D．To introduce the main topic. 2．What did the author feel about Beijing before visiting the suburban markets? A．It was a lively and bustling city. B．It was full of history and culture. C．It was a small and intimate community. D．It was too modern and lacked a characteristic. 3．What does the suburban market mean to the author? A．A good medicine to social anxiety. B．A soft song to the beautiful life. C．A new door to the whole world. D．A magic key to the solid heart. 4．What’s the last paragraph mainly about? A．The appeal of Beijing city. B．The convenience of the market. C．The charm of Chinese culture. D．The inclusiveness of the open-air market. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．A 4．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者本以为中国人只会在市场上户外吃喝聊天，直到作者偶然去了北京郊区的市场，这个定期开放的露天市场让作者发现了一个隐藏的北京，它亲密、繁华、热闹。 1．推理判断题。由第一段“During my two years living in London, I found that the British people really enjoy eating and drinking outdoors. When the weather is nice, restaurants and bars always bring out chairs, and everyone eats, drinks, and chats in the sunlight or under the lights. This continues even in the winter. However, it seems that Chinese people generally don’t eat and drink this way, except at markets. (在伦敦生活的两年里，我发现英国人真的很喜欢在户外吃喝。天气好的时候，餐馆和酒吧总是摆出椅子，每个人都在阳光下或灯光下吃饭、喝酒、聊天。即使在冬天，这种情况也会持续下去。然而，除了在市场上，中国人似乎通常不这样吃喝)”可知，作者发现中英两国人在户外吃喝上的差异，英国人很喜欢户外吃喝，中国人只在市场上这样做，以引起文章主题。故选D项。 2．细节理解题。由第三段中“Living in Beijing year-round, I have always complained that it is too much of a metropolis, too much concrete and steel. (我常年住在北京，总是抱怨它太像一个大都市，太多的混凝土和钢铁)”可推知，在参观郊区市场之前，作者认为北京太现代了，缺乏特色。故选D项。 3．细节理解题。由第四段中“But for someone like me with social anxiety, the most precious thing about the market is the sense of freedom that comes from being able to blend in despite the large crowds. (但对于像我这样有社交焦虑症的人来说，市场最珍贵的是一种自由感，这种自由感来自于能够在人群众多的情况下融入其中)”可知，郊区市场让作者感到自由，容易融入其中，郊区市场对作者来说是治疗社交焦虑症的良药。故选A项。 4．主旨大意题。由最后一段中“The open-air market is like the city of Beijing itself. It is so vast that it seems to be able to accommodate everything, and yet because of its size, it also seems to provide a sense of invisibility, allowing you to feel warm and free, where every person who arrives can find something for themselves. (露天市场就像北京本身。它是如此巨大，似乎能够容纳一切，但由于它的大小，它似乎也提供了一种隐形感，让你感到温暖和自由，每个到达的人都可以为自己找到一些东西)”可知，最后一段主要讲了露天市场的包容性。故选D项。 （23-24高二下·广东·期末）Aron Lee Ralston came into the world within the nurturing environment of a middle-class American family. His formative years took a pivotal turn when, at the age of twelve, his family relocated to Colorado, a move that sowed the seeds of his profound affection for trekking amidst the majestic canyons. On the fateful day of April 26th, 2003, Ralston found himself at the precipice of a life-threatening predicament, one that nearly culminated in his demise. While venturing solo through the Blue John Canyon, an inadvertent misstep caused him to dislodge an enormous boulder, which subsequently ensnared his right hand against the unyielding canyon wall. Having embarked on this solitary expedition without alerting anyone to his whereabouts, Ralston faced the harrowing realization that he might remain entrapped indefinitely. Despite his valiant efforts to extricate his hand, he was met with failure, and the futility of crying out for assistance became apparent. Moreover, the exertion required to shout for help would deplete the energy reserves that were crucial for enduring the dire circumstances over an extended period. As the days unfolded, the grim reality of his entrapment under an 800-pound boulder set in, compelling Ralston to contemplate the unthinkable: severing his own right hand. Armed with a rudimentary pocket knife, whose edge was insufficiently sharp to penetrate bone, he faced the daunting task of self-amputation. As time elapsed and his provisions of sustenance and hydration dwindled, he inscribed his name, birth date, and a projected date of death upon the stone. In a twist of fortune, Ralston conceived an ingenious strategy to harness the principle of torque and the leverage of his own bones to detach his arm from his torso. Employing the modest tool at his disposal, he ultimately managed to achieve this desperate act and staggered out of the canyon, hemorrhaging profusely. Providentially, a family on holiday espied him in this dire state, offering him sustenance and hydration before conveying him to a medical facility. In the aftermath of this harrowing ordeal, Ralston was fitted with a prosthetic limb and, undeterred, resumed his passion for mountaineering. He embraced the accident as a transformative“turning point”in his existence, a testament to his indomitable spirit and resilience. 1．What happened to Aron while he was hiking? A．He was too tired and unable to climb B．He suffered a knife wound in his right leg C．He accidentally fell down the mountain. D．He got a hand stuck between a rock and the canyon wall 2．Why did Aron stop calling for help? A．He found a way to save himself. B．He needed to save energy. C．He gave up hope for survival D．He met a family on vacation. 3．How did Aron save himself? A．He removed the huge stone. B．He cut off his arm with a knife. C．He was pulled out of there by his family. D．He was rescued by people from a hospital. 4．Which of the following words can best describe Aron? A．Enthusiastic and kind. B．Independent and generous. C．Adventurous and determined D．Responsible and professional. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 4．C 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，讲述了Aron Lee Ralston在2003年遭遇的生死考验以及他如何自救的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“While venturing solo through the Blue John Canyon, an inadvertent misstep caused him to dislodge an enormous boulder, which subsequently ensnared his right hand against the unyielding canyon wall.(在独自冒险穿越蓝约翰峡谷时，一个无意的失误导致他移开了一块巨大的巨石，随后他的右手被困在坚硬的峡谷壁上。)”可知，Aron在徒步旅行时不慎踩松了一块巨石，导致他的右手被卡在了峡谷壁上。故选D项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Despite his valiant efforts to extricate his hand, he was met with failure, and the futility of crying out for assistance became apparent. Moreover, the exertion required to shout for help would deplete the energy reserves that were crucial for enduring the dire circumstances over an extended period.(尽管他勇敢地试图挣脱他的手，但他还是失败了，大声呼救的徒劳变得显而易见。此外，大声呼救所需的努力将耗尽能源储备，而能源储备对于长期忍受严峻的情况至关重要。)”可知，Aron停止呼救是因为他需要节省能量，以便在困境中生存更长时间。故选B项。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Armed with a rudimentary pocket knife, whose edge was insufficiently sharp to penetrate bone, he faced the daunting task of self-amputation.(他手持一把简陋的小刀，刀刃不够锋利，无法穿透骨头，面临着自我截肢的艰巨任务。)”可知，Aron使用一把简陋的小刀进行了自我截肢从而拯救了自己。故选B项。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“He embraced the accident as a transformative ‘turning point’ in his existence, a testament to his indomitable spirit and resilience.(他将这次事故视为他人生中的一个变革性‘转折点’，证明了他不屈不挠的精神和韧性。)”以及上文可知，独自冒险说明Aron具有冒险精神，自我截肢从而拯救了自己说明Aron具有坚定的决心。故选C项。 记叙文之人与自然 （23-24高二下·吉林·期末）In the scenic coastal city of Cornwall, Lizzi Larbalestier has become a beacon of hope for marine (海洋的) wildlife. As a committed volunteer for British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR), her journey began with transforming her Airbnb, an online platform that allows people to rent out their homes or accommodations to travelers, into a temporary shelter for injured seals. This effort came as the result of the increasing incidents of marine animals suffering from human-related injuries and the lack of specialized care facilities in the region. Recognizing the urgent need for a more permanent solution, Lizzi, alongside her husband and a team of committed volunteers, established a fully equipped seal hospital. This facility, now in its third year of operation, has expanded its capacity to ten pens and is prepared to recover around 100 seals annually. The hospital caters to a variety of cases: seals injured by boats or caught in fishing gear (用具), young pups separated from their mothers, and young seals weakened by poor nutrition. Each animal receives personalized care, ranging from basic first aid to extensive recovery programs. After initial treatment, seals are often moved to larger recovery centers for further care before their release back into the wild. Lizzi’s commitment to marine conservation extends beyond seal rescue. She is an active participant in environmental campaigns like Surfers Against Sewage and Ghostnetbuster. Her tireless efforts were recognized when she received the Animal Action Award from the International Fund for Animal Welfare. Lizzi owes the success of BDMLR’s operations to the collective effort of all volunteers, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in achieving their conservation goals. The BDMLR team also reacts to emergencies involving other marine wildlife, like whales and dolphins. Lizzi recalls several successful operations, including the rescue of stranded (搁浅的) dolphins and a turtle that required specialized care. Lizzi’s story is not just about rescuing marine animals; it’s a proof of the power of community involvement and the impact of individuals on environmental conservation. 1．What inspired Lizzi to protect the marine wildlife? A．One of her trips to the seaside. B．More and more injured marine animals. C．Her love for the marine creatures. D．Increasing profits from her Airbnb. 2．What do we know about the seal hospital from Paragraph 2? A．It has been in operation for five years. B．It provides a separate space for each seal. C．It offers temporary help to injured animals. D．It is the largest recovery center in the area. 3．What message does BDMLR’s success convey according to Lizzi? A．All roads lead to Rome. B．Actions speak louder than words. C．Time and tide wait for no man. D．Many hands make light work. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．A practical solution to seal rescue. B．Challenges of marine wildlife recovery. C．The impact of human activities on marine ecosystems. D．The journey of a marine life rescuer in Cornwall. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。本文通过描述Lizzi Larbalestier在Cornwall为海洋野生动物保护所做的努力，强调了个人和团队在环境保护中的重要作用。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“This effort came as the result of the increasing incidents of marine animals suffering from human-related injuries and the lack of specialized care facilities in the region.这一努力是由于越来越多的海洋动物受到与人类有关的伤害，以及该区域缺乏专门的护理设施)”可知，越来越多的海洋动物因为人类活动受伤且缺乏专业的照料设施，这促使Lizzi想要保护海洋动物。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“After initial treatment, seals are often moved to larger recovery centers for further care before their release back into the wild.(经过最初的治疗后，海豹通常会被转移到更大的康复中心进行进一步的护理，然后再被放归野外)”以及上文可知，海豹医院为受伤的动物提供暂时帮助，海豹通常会被转移到更大的康复中心。故选C项。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段“Lizzi owes the success of BDMLR’s operations to the collective effort of all volunteers, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in achieving their conservation goals.(Lizzi将BDMLR的成功归功于所有志愿者的集体努力，并强调了团队合作在实现保护目标中的重要性)”可知，根据Lizzi的说法，BDMLR的成功说明了人多好办事，即众人拾材火焰高。故选D项。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“In the scenic coastal city of Cornwall, Lizzi Larbalestier has become a beacon of hope for marine (海洋的) wildlife. As a committed volunteer for British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR), her journey began with transforming her Airbnb, an online platform that allows people to rent out their homes or accommodations to travelers, into a temporary shelter for injured seals. (在风景秀丽的海滨城市Cornwall，Lizzi Larbalestier已经成为海洋野生动物的希望灯塔。作为英国潜水员海洋生命救援组织的一名忠实志愿者，她的旅程始于将她的Airbnb（一个允许人们将房屋或住宿出租给旅行者的在线平台）转变为受伤海豹的临时避难所)”以及下文可知，文章讲述了Lizzi Larbalestier在Cornwall为海洋野生动物保护所做的努力，因此D项“The journey of a marine life rescuer in Cornwall.(一名海洋生物救援者在Cornwall的旅程)”最能概括本文大意。故选D项。 （23-24高二下·广西南宁·期末）As a young girl growing up in France, Sarah Tourni dreamed of becoming a leader who could make the world a better place. Her passion to help others was awakened when, from the age of nine, she accompanied her Tunisian father to his birthplace in the east of the country during holidays. There she organized homework clubs and activities for children. Toumi witnessed first-hand the destructive effect of desertification. “Within 10 years rich farmers became worse off, and in 10 years from now they will be poor. I wanted to stop the Sahara Desert in its tracks.” A decrease in average rainfall and an increase in the severity of droughts have led to an estimated 75 percent of Tunisia’s agricultural lands being threatened by desertification. Tourni recognized that farming practices needed to change. She is confident that small land areas can bring large returns if farmers are able to adapt by planting sustainable crops, using new technologies for water treatment and focusing on natural products and fertilizers rather than chemicals. In 2017, Toumi consolidated her dream to fight the desert. She moved to Tunisia, and set up a programme named Acacias for All to put her sustainable farming philosophy into action. “I want to show young people in rural areas that they can create opportunities where they are. Nobody is better able to understand the impact of desertification and climate change than somebody who is living with no access to water.” By September 2021, more than 130, 000 acacia trees had been planted on 20 pilot farms, with farmers recording a 60 percent survival rate. Toumi estimates that some 3 million acacia trees are needed to protect Tunisia’s farmland. She expects to plant 1 million trees by 2025. In the next couple of years, Tourni hopes to extend the programme to Algeria and Morocco. 1．How did Toumi’s holiday trips to Tunisia influence her? A．They made her decide to leave the country. B．They helped her better understand her father. C．They fired her enthusiasm for helping others. D．They destroyed her dream of being a teacher. 2．What is the main cause of the desertification of Tunisia’s farmland? A．Low rainfall. B．Soil pollution.. C．Cold weather. D．Forest damage. 3．Why did Tourni set up Acacias for All in Tunisia? A．To create job opportunities for young people. B．To help the children obtain a basic education. C．To persuade the farmers not to use fertilizers. D．To facilitate the protection of their farmland. 4．What might the author think of Toumi’s programme? A．Promising. B．Indifferent. C．Unachievable. D．Suspicious. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Sarah Toumi在童年时期目睹了突尼斯东部地区因沙漠化而导致的破坏，从而激发了她阻止沙漠扩大并帮助当地农民的热情。为了实现这个目标，她在突尼斯建立了一个名为Acacias for All的项目，通过种植刺槐来保护农业用地，并推广可持续农业实践。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Her passion to help others was awakened when, from the age of nine, she accompanied her Tunisian father to his birthplace in the east of the country during holidays. (从9岁起，她就开始在假期陪伴她来自于突尼斯的父亲去突尼斯东部的出生地，这激发了她帮助他人的热情。)”可知，Toumi去突尼斯度假的经历唤醒了她帮助他人的热情。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句“A decrease in average rainfall and an increase in the severity of droughts have led to an estimated 75 percent of Tunisia’s agricultural lands being threatened by desertification. (平均降雨量的减少和干旱严重程度的增加导致突尼斯大约75%的农业用地受到荒漠化的威胁。)”可知，降雨量少是突尼斯农田沙漠化的主要原因。故选A项。 3．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段第二句“She moved to Tunisia, and set up a programme named Acacias for All to put her sustainable farming philosophy into action. (她搬到突尼斯，并建立了一个名为Acacias for All的项目，将她的可持续农业理念付诸行动。)”，最后一段中“By September 2021, more than 130, 000 acacia trees had been planted on 20 pilot farms, with farmers recording a 60 percent survival rate. Toumi estimates that some 3 million acacia trees are needed to protect Tunisia’s farmland. (截至2021年9月，在20个试点农场种植了13万多棵刺槐，农民记录其成活率达到60%。Tourni估计，为了保护突尼斯的农田，大约需要300万棵刺槐)”可知，她创立Acacias for All项目的目的是保护当地的农田。故选D项。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“By September 2021, more than 130, 000 acacia trees had been planted on 20 pilot farms, with farmers recording a 60 percent survival rate. Toumi estimates that some 3 million acacia trees are needed to protect Tunisia’s farmland. (截至2021年9月，在20个试点农场种植了13万多棵刺槐，农民记录其成活率达到60%。Tourni估计，为了保护突尼斯的农田，大约需要300万棵刺槐。)”以及通读全文，整篇文章都在讲述Toumi如何为了保护Tunisia的农业用地而设立项目，而且该项目截至2021年9月，在20个试点农场种植了13万多棵刺槐，农民记录其成活率达到60%，并且该项目还能够推广可持续农业。可见作者对Toumi的项目是支持的，认为有前景的。A选项“Promising.(有前景的)”符合题意。故选A项。 （23-24高二下·河北邢台·期末）In a scenic community, a man known as Uncle Green has redefined the concept of waste. As a yam bean farmer, Uncle Green held a deep respect for education, coming from his own unfulfilled academic eagerness. Noticing a lack of enthusiasm for reading among the youth, he was determined to make a difference. In 1997, he established a scholarship program initially funded by the local community, including contributions from other patrons. However, Uncle Green realized the need for a sustainable approach to support both education and the environment. His innovative solution emerged in 2002 when he launched a scholarship fund fueled by the community’s recycling efforts. This initiative not only provided financial aid to students but also actively engaged the community in a collective environmental and educational effort. The program grew rapidly, transforming recyclables into educational scholarships and promoting a culture of sustainability. Today, the community awards scholarships annually during the Mid-Autumn Festival, benefiting students from a wide range of educational backgrounds. The initiative has recycled60 tons of materials each year, fostering a spirit of volunteerism and responsibility. Success stories, such as that of a doc tor al student in electrical engineering and a student attending a famous university, are a testament (证明) to the program’s impact. These students have not only achieved academically but also expressed a desire to contribute to their community. Over two decades since its foundation, Uncle Green’s vision continues to inspire. The Community Development Association upholds his legacy by awarding scholarships to an increasing number of students. The collective effort has cultivated (培养) a love for reading and a commitment to sustainable living among the youth. Uncle Green’s story is a powerful example of how individual initiative and community cooperation can lead to sustainable change. It demonstrates the harmony between traditional values and modern social needs, providing a model for communities worldwide. 1．What inspired Uncle Green to start the scholarship program? A．The demand of his profession. B．His desire to teach children. C．His deep respect for eagerness. D．The youths’ unwillingness to read. 2．How did Uncle Green’s scholarship program achieve sustainability? A．Through government grants. B．Through annual fundraisers. C．Through community recycling. D．Through business partnerships. 3．Why does the author mention the two students in paragraph 5? A．To seek for help from the community. B．To attract more youths to the initiative. C．To indicate the importance of scholarship. D．To show the success of Uncle Green’s initiative. 4．What can Uncle Green’s story tell us? A．Unity and innovation can create lasting change. B．Education relies heavily on financial donations. C．Environmental efforts outweigh academic pursuits. D．Traditional methods can solve contemporary issues. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Uncle Green通过社区回收计划资助奖学金，以促进教育发展和环境保护。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“ Noticing a lack of enthusiasm for reading among the youth, he was determined to make a difference.( 注意到年轻人对阅读缺乏热情，他决心要有所作为。)”可知，Green叔叔注意到了青年人不愿阅读的问题，决定做出改变，即启动奖学金计划。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“His innovative solution emerged in 2002 when he launched a scholarship fund fueled by the community’s recycling efforts. This initiative not only provided financial aid to students but also actively engaged the community in a collective environmental and educational effort. (他的创新解决方案出现在2002年，当时他发起了一个奖学金基金，由社区的回收工作推动。这一举措不仅为学生提供了经济援助，而且还积极地使社区参与到环境和教育的集体努力中。)”可知，Green叔叔通过社区回收活动为奖学金计划提供了资金，这一举措不仅为学生提供了经济援助，而且还积极地使社区参与到环境和教育的集体努力中即实现了可持续性。故选C。 3．推理判断题，根据第五段中“Success stories, such as that of a doc tor al student in electrical engineering and a student attending a famous university, are a testament (证明) to the program’s impact. (一些成功的故事，比如电气工程专业的博士生和一所著名大学的学生，都证明了该项目的影响。)”可知，作者提到这两个学生的目的是展示Green叔叔倡议的成功。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Uncle Green’s story is a powerful example of how individual initiative and community cooperation can lead to sustainable change. It demonstrates the harmony between traditional values and modern social needs, providing a model for communities worldwide.( Uncle Green的故事是一个强有力的例子，说明个人的主动性和社区合作可以带来可持续的变化。它展示了传统价值观与现代社会需求之间的和谐，为世界各地的社区提供了一个典范。)”可知，Uncle Green故事告诉我们个人的主动性和社区合作可以带来可持续的变化即告诉我们团结和创新能够带来持久的改变。故选A。 （23-24高二下·安徽阜阳·期末）Bright and early on the morning of our first full day in Antarctica, L’ Austral’s Captain Fabien’s voice woke us up as it came through a loudspeaker. If we looked outside right now, he said, we’d see a beautiful sea of icebergs in the golden sunlight. My sister and I jumped out of bed, staring in amazement as we sailed past giant pieces of ice. In the distance, we spotted a group of humpback whales feeding on smaller fishes. Next door, my parents were also waking up to the sights of a new day in Antarctica. Over breakfast, my sister and I excitedly told them about the whales we saw from our room that morning. You might not immediately think of “family vacation” when talking about a trip to Antarctica, but tour companies like Adventures by Disney are changing that. The company offers guided group trips to destinations across all seven continents in the world. Our adventure started when we flew to Buenos Aires and explored the beautiful Argentine capital for a day. After leaving Buenos Aires, we flew to Ushuaia on an Adventures by Disney plane. Then, it was the journey toward the Drake Passage. After a speedy Drake Passage crossing, we reached Antarctica early, adding a half day to our scheduled four days on and around the continent. To those unfamiliar with Adventures by Disney, the fact that you can experience Antarctica — the most distant, extreme continent — with Disney might be surprising. During the trip, there were thoughtful acts, from stamped postcards to send from an Antarctica post office to a champagne (香槟) party on our final stop of the journey; Adventures by Disney truly thought of everything for us. Antarctica is a life-changing destination packed with experiences that can’t be copied. We experienced seasickness when travelling across the Drake Passage, hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals, and had a taste of champagne. And honestly, it’s going to be hard for the next family trip we may take to compete. 1．How did the author and her sister feel when sailing past the icebergs? A．Terrific. B．Confused. C．Frightened. D．Dangerous. 2．What happened first on the author’s journey? A．They flew to Ushuaia. B．They toured around Buenos Aires. C．They passed through the Drake Passage. D．They hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals. 3．What can we infer about their travel from the last paragraph? A．The author might feel bad when crossing the Drake Passage. B．The author was the most impressed by the champagne party. C．The author believes that their next travel will be more thrilling. D．The author thought an Antarctica post office should be established. 4．Which can serve as the best title for the text? A．Exploring Antarctica — A Place with Various animals B．An Antarctic Adventure for Scientific Research C．A Comfortable Travel Experience D．A Family’s Journey to Antarctica 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者一家的南极冒险之旅，他们从布宜诺斯艾利斯出发，经过乌斯怀亚，穿越德雷克海峡到达南极洲。在南极的第一天，他们欣赏到了冰山和座头鲸。旅程中，他们体验了南极的独特活动。作者认为这次旅行是改变人生的经历，充满了难忘的瞬间。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“If we looked outside right now, he said, we’d see a beautiful sea of icebergs in the golden sunlight. My sister and I jumped out of bed, staring in amazement as we sailed past giant pieces of ice. (如果我们现在看外面，他说，我们会看到金色阳光下美丽的冰山海洋。我和妹妹从床上跳了起来，惊奇地看着我们驶过一块块巨大的冰块)”可知，在驶过冰山时，两人感觉大为惊奇，棒极了。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Our adventure started when we flew to Buenos Aires and explored the beautiful Argentine capital for a day. (当我们飞到布宜诺斯艾利斯，在美丽的阿根廷首都探索一天时，我们的冒险就开始了)”可知，在这次家庭之旅的一开始，他们游览了布宜诺斯艾利斯。故选B项。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“We experienced seasickness when travelling across the Drake Passage, hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals, and had a taste of champagne. (我们在穿越德雷克海峡时经历了晕船，和可爱的动物一起爬上了冰山，还品尝了香槟)”可知，在穿越德雷克海峡时，作者一家经历了晕船。由此推知，作者当时感觉很糟糕。故选A项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段中“And honestly, it’s going to be hard for the next family trip we may take to compete. (老实说，我们下一次的家庭旅行可能会很难与之匹敌)”可知，文章讲述了作者一家的南极冒险之旅，他们从布宜诺斯艾利斯出发，经过乌斯怀亚，穿越德雷克海峡到达南极洲。在南极的第一天，他们欣赏到了冰山和座头鲸。旅程中，他们体验了南极的独特活动。作者认为这次旅行是改变人生的经历，充满了难忘的瞬间。因此，D项“一家人的南极之旅”最契合文章主旨，适合作为文章标题。故选D项。 （23-24高二下·山东烟台·期末）Sharanya, 14, an eighth grader from Challenger School, built a solar-powered trash-collecting robot, which will play a vital role in taking care of the environment. Volunteering in local city cleanups, Sharanya was always saddened to see tons of rubbish still out there after hours’ hard work. “People do have very limited time and resources, but robots don’t. They’ll collect double the amount and work for longer hours,” Sharanya says. “I learned from a science journal that solar panels moving to always face the sun collect more energy than stationary ones. So I determined to design a trash-collecting robot powered by a sun-tracking solar panel.” However, Sharanya had no experience in robotics, so it was a completely new experience. She firmly believed there’s no instant way to success and that it’s just a process of trial and error. Throughout the project, she studied operating instructions repeatedly and had to use tons of power tools and cut pieces of metal to certain lengths. Her dad would come to her rescue whenever she accidentally burned a wire. “It’s difficult to follow the scientific method, but sticking to this and changing just one variable at a time gets you the best results,” Sharanya says. Sharanya’s robot has trash and recycling bins and moves with motorized wheels. The device’s front and back have object-detecting sensors. One end of the robot. has a rubbish-collecting moveable arm with a pan to gather objects and drop them into the trash or recycling bins. This pan also contains a metal-detecting sensor to sort metal recyclables into the appropriate place. A solar panel sits at the robot's other end; extended into the air. Attached to it is a light-tracking device that follows the sun, enabling the solar panel to move accordingly. In tests, the sun-tracking solar panel generated more power than a stationary one over six hours. And the robot correctly identified an object every time it was presented. It picked up items and accurately classified aluminum cans as recyclables 80 percent of the time. Sharanya is confident that the robot will soon sort plastic and glass by striking the items and detecting the difference in their frequencies. 1．What led Sharanya to intend a sun-tracking solari panel for, the robot? A．Her survey findings. B．The knowledge she acquired. C．Her social experiences. D．The extra courses she attended. 2．What does paragraph 3 focus on concerning Sharanya? A．What contributed to her success. B．Why she didn’t fear failure. C．Whether goals counted in her work. D．How she was financially supported. 3．What may be the function of the object-detecting sensors? A．To identify colors. B．To locate metal materials. C．To discover garbage. D．To analyze moving routes. 4．What does the author mainly want to say in the last paragraph? A．The robot needs retesting. B．The robot reached no desired effect. C．The robot enjoys wide popularity. D．The robot faces a promising prospect. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述14岁的Sharanya建造了一个太阳能垃圾收集机器人，该机器人将在保护环境方面发挥至关重要的作用。 1．细节理解题。由文章第二段“I learned from a science journal that solar panels moving to always face the sun collect more energy than stationary ones. So I determined to design a trash-collecting robot powered by a sun-tracking solar panel. (我从一本科学杂志上了解到，移动到始终面向太阳的太阳能电池板比固定的太阳能电池会收集更多的能量。因此，我决定设计一个由太阳能电池板驱动的垃圾收集机器人。)”可知，Sharanya在一本科学杂志上了解的知识使她打算为机器人设计一个阳光追踪太阳能电池板。故选B项。 2．主旨大意题。由文章第三段“However, Sharanya had no experience in robotics, so it was a completely new experience. She firmly believed there’s no instant way to success and that it’s just a process of trial and error. Throughout the project, she studied operating instructions repeatedly and had to use tons of power tools and cut pieces of metal to certain lengths. Her dad would come to her rescue whenever she accidentally burned a wire. ‘It’s difficult to follow the scientific method, but sticking to this and changing just one variable at a time gets you the best results,’ Sharanya says. (然而，Sharanya没有机器人方面的经验，所以这是一种全新的体验。她坚信没有立竿见影的成功之路，这只是一个试错的过程。在整个项目中，她反复学习操作说明，必须使用成吨的电动工具，并将金属片切割到一定长度。每当她不小心烧到电线时，她的父亲都会来救她。Sharanya说，‘遵循科学方法很困难，但坚持这一点，一次只改变一个变量，会得到最好的结果。’)”可知，这段主要讲Sharanya不断地坚持和尝试导致了她的成功。故选A项。 3．推理判断题。由文章第四段“This pan also contains a metal-detecting sensor to sort metal recyclables into the appropriate place.  (这个盘状器还包含一个金属检测传感器，用于将金属可回收物分类到合适的位置。)”以及“One end of the robot has a rubbish-collecting moveable arm with a pan to gather objects and drop them into the trash or recycling bins. (机器人的一端有一个垃圾收集可移动臂，臂上有一个盘状器，用来收集物体并将其放入垃圾箱或回收箱。)”可知，metal-detecting sensor 是用来发现收集金属，而object-detecting sensors应该是用来发现收集垃圾这样的物件。故选C项。 4．推理判断题。由文章最后一段“In tests, the sun-tracking solar panel generated more power than a stationary one over six hours. And the robot correctly identified an object every time it was presented. It picked up items and accurately classified aluminum cans as recyclables 80 percent of the time. Sharanya is confident that the robot will soon sort plastic and glass by striking the items and detecting the difference in their frequencies. (在测试中，太阳追踪太阳能电池板在六个小时内产生的电力比静止的太阳能电池板多。每次出现物体时，机器人都能正确地识别出物体。它在80%的时间里收集物品并准确地将铝罐归类为可回收物。Sharanya相信，机器人很快就会通过敲击物品并检测它们的频率差异来对塑料和玻璃进行分类。)”可知，作者最后一段想说明该机器人前景广阔。故选D项。 试卷第1页，共3页 3 / 3 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 专题04 阅读理解之记叙文15篇 题号 主题 主题 难度 1 人与自我 适中 个人经历,科学家 2 人与自我 较易 疾病 ,其他著名人物 3 人与自我 适中 中国文化与节日,个人经历 4 人与自我 适中 个人经历,创业意识 5 人与自我 适中 个人经历 6 人与社会 较易 旅游观光,个人经历 7 人与社会 适中 生活故事 8 人与社会 适中 家人和亲人 ,生活故事 9 人与社会 适中 生活故事 10 人与社会 适中 意外事故,探险旅行 11 人与自然 适中 人与动植物,善行义举（个人） 12 人与自然 适中 环境保护,可持续农业 13 人与自然 适中 公益活动（组织机构）,环境保护,记叙文 14 人与自然 适中 旅游观光,探险旅行 15 人与自然 较难 发明与创造 ,环境保护,记叙文 记叙文之人与自我 （23-24高二下·辽宁大连·期末）Born in 1958 in Nanning, Guangxi, Dr. Huang Danian became interested in geophysics early. His parents, teaching at a local geological institution, passed the passion down to him. In 1978, Huang was admitted to Changchun Institute of Geology and later taught there. He once wrote that rejuvenating (使恢复活力) the Chinese nation was their generation’s responsibility. In 1992, he went to Britain for further studies. There, he obtained his doctorate in geophysics and joined a local firm. During his time in the UK, Huang’s heart remained devoted to the motherland, frequently flying back to China to attend academic meetings or seminars related to his field. In 2008, he returned to China with great resolution. For him, no matter how successful he was abroad, the biggest satisfaction would be improving his home country. Upon his return to China, he was entrusted to work at Jilin University as a professor and chief scientist in a branch of China’s biggest deep earth exploration program. Over 400 scientists participated in the program, which aimed to fix high-tech cameras on aircraft, ships, and satellites that would enable scientists to see through the earth’s crust (地壳) without digging into it. For seven years, Huang worked racing against time. Many of his co-workers called him a workaholic while he thought he was more like a “lunatic (疯狂的人)”. “China is in urgent need of ‘lunatics’ if it is to become a stronger country. It would be an honor if I could be one of them,” he added. The lunatic’s madness paid off. He and his team helped China greatly narrow its gap with developed countries in obtaining precise data on deep earth exploration. They created a number of China’s No.1s, filling many technical gaps for China’s sky survey, ground detection, and sea exploration. During his whole life, he sought no fame, and always kept the motherland in mind. As a scientist, he fulfilled his dream of rejuvenating the nation with exceptional achievements. 1．Why did Dr. Huang decide to return and work in China? A．To work at Jilin University. B．To attend academic meetings. C．To devote himself to researching. D．To serve his motherland whole-heartedly. 2．What did the deep-earth exploration program focus on? A．Discovering new mineral resources. B．Competing with developed countries. C．Equipping various platforms with cameras. D．Helping scientists explore beneath the earth’s crust. 3．What did Huang and his team achieve? A．They won many international awards. B．They got accurate data on deep ocean. C．They attained many firsts in relevant fields. D．They helped China overtake developed countries. 4．Which of the following can best describe Dr. Huang? A．Committed and patriotic. B．Enterprising and crazy. C．Sensitive and rigid. D．Single-minded and unreliable. （23-24高二下·广东惠州·期末）Cai Lei, an individual who previously occupied the role of deputy head of the JD conglomerate, unveils the transformative journey that commenced upon receiving the diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly abbreviated as ALS, which propelled him towards a quest for a remedy. Emerging into the world in the year 1978 within the confines of a rural household dedicated to agriculture, Cai was profoundly impacted by the philosophy of his progenitor, which posited that an individual must engage in a struggle for self-advancement. From the earliest stages of his educational journey, he committed to rising at the break of dawn, prior to the arrival of the fifth hour, to partake in physical exertion and the study of the English language. By the age of twenty-nine, he had ascended to the position of principal fiscal overseer within Vanke Corporation. In the year 2011, he transitioned to the JD conglomerate, spearheading his squad in the innovation of the inaugural electronic fiscal document in the nation of China. Irrespective of the professional environment in which he found himself, he consistently endeavored to generate novel contributions of value. In the year 2019, he was confronted with the somber reality of an ALS diagnosis, an affliction that typically portends a lifespan of merely two to five years. ALS is predominantly attributed to the progressive demise of motor neurons, a condition that renders routine activities such as hydration, nourishment, personal hygiene, and verbal communication insurmountable challenges. Ultimately, the afflicted are compelled to depend entirely on mechanical assistance and the support of others for sustenance. To date, the therapeutic arsenal for ALS is limited to a mere duo of pharmaceuticals, the efficacy of which is confined to a marginal prolongation of life by several months, without any substantive enhancement in the quality of existence. The development of efficacious pharmaceuticals stands as the solitary avenue for the salvation of ALS sufferers. Nevertheless, the magnitude of exertion demanded, coupled with the financial infeasibility given the rarity of the condition, renders this endeavor one of Herculean proportions. The gestation period for the research and development of a novel pharmaceutical typically spans a decade to a decade and a half, with an associated financial outlay ranging from one to three billion dollars. For illustrative purposes, consider Alzheimer's disease; between the years 2000 and 2017, the investment in the development of new pharmaceuticals for this more prevalent ailment surpassed six hundred billion dollars, with a staggering 99.6% of the research endeavors on over three hundred drugs culminating in failure. Undeterred, Cai resolved to assume direct control over his fate. He initiated his own enterprise in the domain of medical technology, assembled a dedicated research cohort, and selflessly subjected himself to the trial of more than thirty experimental pharmaceuticals, all of which regrettably proved ineffective. Despite these setbacks, he remains steadfast in his resolve to persevere. In a final, desperate act, he has pledged to bequeath his cerebral cortex and spinal column to the pursuit of scientific inquiry, ensuring that his demise will not be in vain. 1．What kind of person is Cai Lei? A．Extremely gifted and ambitious. B．Hard-working and warm-hearted. C．Quite responsible and dependable. D．Highly motivated and strong-willed. 2．What might happen to people diagnosed with ALS? A．Losing the ability to think and speak normally. B．Maintaining a normal life by taking medicines. C．Dying within months of a confirmed diagnosis. D．Needing external assistance to survive in the end. 3．Why is Alzheimerˈs disease mentioned in paragraph 4? A．To talk about the severity of Alzheimer. B．To prove Alzheimer to be a common disease. C．To explain the difficulty of finding a cure for ALS. D．To ask for more investment in the research on ALS. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Joint efforts to fight ALS B．A man who never gives in C．ASL, a rare deadly disease D．Suffering of a man with ALS （23-24高二下·广东深圳·期末）Growing up in a suburban neighborhood in the Northeastern United States, the advent of springtime didn’t hold much significance for me. While it did bring a week-long respite from school, the focus was more on the vacation aspect than the season itself. For the children in my community, spring was largely an overlooked period. The year was divided into two primary seasons: winter, which offered the thrill of ice skating, sledding, and constructing snow forts; and summer, which allowed us to fully enjoy the beach located a short distance from my home. Spring and autumn were merely transitional periods, marking the countdown to the more exciting seasons. It’s true that as I matured, spring began to hold a certain charm for me, as suggested by the poetic line, “In the spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love,” penned by Alfred Lord Tennyson. However, my fascination was more with the romantic notions associated with the season rather than the season itself. In essence, spring was not a season I paid much heed to... until my journey to China. After spending roughly three months in Beijing, my first Spring Festival made its presence known in an undeniable way. The sporadic fireworks throughout the day and night were a clear indication, but what truly struck me was the apparent absence of the usual hustle and bustle in the city. The usual throngs of people, streams of vehicles, and the general city noise seemed to have vanished. This mystery was resolved upon my return to work. My colleagues enlightened me that it is customary for Chinese people to travel, if necessary, to reunite with their families during the Spring Festival. Many residents of Beijing are not originally from the capital. Furthermore, I was introduced to a fascinating aspect of the Spring Festival that continues to astonish me. Regardless of when the holiday commences, there is an almost instantaneous and perceptible improvement in the weather. Spring truly makes its entrance. The ancient Chinese ability to devise a system that could consistently and accurately herald the change of seasons, year after year, is beyond my comprehension. Yet, they managed to achieve this remarkable feat. 1．What did the author think of spring as a child? ______ A．It was a season full of promise. B．It was always beyond his imagination. C．It was a tiring and long holiday. D．It hardly left a good impression on him. 2．What impressed the author most about Beijing during the Spring Festival? ______ A．The busy traffic. B．The unexpected quietness. C．Beijingers’ love for travel. D．Occasional bursts of fireworks. 3．How does the author feel about the system created by ancient Chinese? ______ A．Adorable. B．Confused. C．Wonderful. D．Convenient. 4．What can be inferred from the text? ______ A．Spring Festival in Beijing will make one feel quite lonely. B．The author spent his first Spring Festival at a colleague’s home. C．In China Spring Festival always indicates the coming of Spring. D．The author still worked during the Spring Festival while in Beijing. （23-24高二下·青海西宁·期末）As she spoke, Zhang Yue put her hands behind her back to hide that they were shaking. She couldn’t, however, hide the line of sweat running down her forehead, which was caused partly by the heat of the television studio, but more by fear of the four people seated in front of her. They stared back, their blank faces giving no clue as to what they would say next. Feeling dizzy, Zhang Yue took a deep breath as she struggled to finish her presentation, “And that is why I need your help in turning my new and exciting business into a successful one.” Now chairwoman of her own company, Zhang Yue is fond of saying, “The early bird catches the worm.” The place where this happens is a valley, a world away from any television studio. Moving carefully through the darkness, she passes row upon row of rose plants. In an hour, these fields will be full of people, working quickly to pick the flowers before sunrise. “It has to be done then,” says Zhang. “These flowers are delicate.” Zhang never thought that this was something she would end up doing. Surrounded by roses as she was growing up, she paid them little attention. It was only after graduating from university overseas and returning to visit her parents that Zhang realised the potential. “Condition s are ideal here,” she says. “This is a place where roses grow wild. I also wanted to give something back to my home town.” She is not the only young person to have been bitten by the start-up bug. All over the world, an increasing number of enterprising young people are thinking of starting their own businesses, as the growing economy creates more opportunities. Like Zhang, they present their ideas in the hope of getting investment and advice, and they have the same passion and devotion. “I love running my own business, but it’s not for everyone,” says Zhang. “To succeed in business, you need more than a good idea, hard work and determination. What really matters is a sound business plan, access to capital, and good management and negotiating skills. Most of all, don’t be too ambitious. You should know your own limits and those of the people you work with. For young people who have little life experience, that can be a challenge.” 1．From the first paragraph, we know that ______. A．Zhang Yue was not a confident business woman B．Zhang Yue was happy to meet her partners C．Zhang Yue was nervous during her presentation D．Zhang Yue needed to be recognized by others 2．What does the sentence “She... bitten by the start-up bug.” mean? A．She was once bitten by a bug. B．She needs other people to help her. C．She is not the only person to be bitten by a bug. D．Many young people share her passion for entrepreneurship. 3．Which words can best describe Zhang Yue? A．Potential and doubtful. B．Passionate and devoted. C．Intelligent and experienced. D．Realistic and pessimistic. 4．What’s the main idea of the text? A．Zhang Yue’s business and suggestions for young people. B．The reason why Zhang Yue chose to be a farmer. C．How to start your own businesses. D．The introduction to Zhang Yue’s home town. （23-24高二下·黑龙江大庆·期末）About a dozen years ago, as I was preparing to leave Cambridge, Massachusetts for Berkeley, California, I took to carrying around a small camera on my walks to and from work and home. I hoped to capture something about the place and my time there and write something before setting off for the West Coast. What I ultimately carried away with me wasn’t a set of artistic or nostalgic (怀旧的) photos—it was an appreciation for the value of framing things just right. It’s one thing to walk along an elegantly designed street lined with cherry trees in bloom; it’s another to appreciate the arrangement of elements, to think about their meaning, and to compose something that goes beyond that single moment. I kept taking mental pictures long after I’d used up all my film. Blogging for 13.7 of NPR (a column of National Public Radio) over the past years has been a bit like carrying around a camera. Instead of taking photos, I’ve wandered the landscape of science and culture in search of interesting findings or ideas to share with the 13.7 community and our broader audience. Thinking about what to write and how to write it has invited me to consider new perspectives, develop new arguments, and think beyond a single academic publication, or a single news cycle. I’m not the only one, of course, to find the experience of writing enlightening. Research in education finds that writing can be an invaluable tool for learning. Psychological studies reveal the value of expressive writing when it comes to processing an upsetting event. For this is, sadly, a farewell: In the face of limited resources, NPR has decided to terminate 13.7. But just as I continued taking mental pictures long after I ran out of film those years ago in Cambridge, I know that 13.7 has offered me something that will persist beyond the blog: a particular way of capturing the light. And I know that I’ll continue to write, celebrating science and culture. 1．What do we know about the author? A．He was constantly on the move. B．He was eager for his new life in Berkeley. C．He treasured his life experience in Cambridge. D．He hoped to sharpen his skills in photography in Berkeley. 2．How does the author view 13.7 of NPR? A．A means of making a living. B．An outlet for his discontent. C．A shortcut to achieving fame and fortune. D．A platform for learning and enhancement. 3．What does the underlined word “terminate” in the last paragraph mean? A．Fund. B．Stop. C．Overlook. D．Polish. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Capturing the Light in My Life B．Saying Farewell to the Past C．Affection for Photography Shaped Me. D．The Journey from Cambridge to Berkeley 记叙文之人与社会 （23-24高二下·陕西宝鸡·期末）One week after I started working in Beijing, I decided to visit a place of interest called the Summer Palace. Before setting off, I researched it on the Internet. The Summer Palace is composed mostly of a lake, but it’s surrounded by beautiful greenery and a walkway that circles the lake. It is recommended that you give the Summer Palace about three hours. If you try to walk around it, it could take five or six hours. With that knowledge of it, I set off. The highlight of the tour had to be the view from the Tower of Buddhist Incense. It sits on the top of a large hill overlooking the lake and is worth a climb. It was built as a place to worship the Buddha. And in the Summer Palace, unlike in most of other places, photography isn’t allowed in most of the buildings. Pictures of most of the Buddhas and the other artifacts are off⁃limits for photographers. Another highlight was seeing the stage created for the Dowager Empress where she watched operas and other theater items. There are box seats that surround the stage and it was the largest stage created in Imperial China. You could almost imagine royalty reviewing the actors from the boxes and the stage. I do recommend taking a boat ride if you go, which takes you from one side of the lake to the other side where you can see another set of buildings. And it is fun. You can also rent an electric boat or paddleboat if you want. But since it was just me, I went aboard one of the biggest boats with other people. I spent another four hours wandering around the Summer Palace. But I didn’t see all of it because it was getting dark. How I wish I could visit it again. 1．What did the author do before setting off for the Summer Palace? A．Asked others about it. B．Learned something about it. C．Spent three hours researching it. D．Rented a boat. 2．What does the underlined word “off⁃limits” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Forbidden. B．Allowed. C．Charged. D．Limited. 3．What do we know about the stage mentioned in the text? A．It sits on the top of a hill. B．It is the largest stage all over China. C．It was for royalty to watch performances. D．Operas are performed there at times. 4．Which of the following correctly describes the author’s tour? A．She took a boat by herself. B．She spent four hours in the Summer Palace. C．She didn’t enjoy the trip because it was too late. D．She only toured part of the Summer Palace. （23-24高二下·天津和平·期末）Like many young women, Joan Molinsky dreamed of a career on stage, entertaining the masses. However, her parents were skeptical; despite their daughter’s success in a number of local talent contests. Eager to see her perform in a club setting, Dr. Molinsky had his comedian-wanna-be daughter booked at the family’s beach club, which is Joan’s first dinner engagement. Miss Molinsky started her act with a funny song, but the audiences’ attention span lasted only as long as it took the dessert carts to visit their tables. In a matter of no time, the 300 people in attendance had resumed any and all conversations they’d had prior to the pretty’s introduction on stage. Heartbroken and ignored, Joan grounded her way through and uttered a polite “thank you” at the end of her final song. She burst into the nearby kitchen, teary-eyed with embarrassment. Her parents were also embarrassed and reinforced their belief that Joan had no future in entertainment. Dr. Molinsky told Joan to give up her dream of comedy and pursue a more realistic career choice. His daughter went ballistic. “I don’t care what you say!” She screamed at her father. “I do have talent. It’s my life. It’s my choice how I live it.” The fight eventually resulted in Joan moving out of her family’s home and taking up a temporary work, while pursuing her dreams with a variety of troupes (剧团) and shows. Her dedication eventually led to a job in California as a writer and on-air “bait girl” for Candid Camera (隐蔽摄像机). Despite her growing role on the show, host Allen Funt never could remember her first name, calling her everything from Jeri to Jeannie to Jackie. It was during her time with Candid Camera that Joan received a call from The Tonight Show, whom she had longed for over a year for a guest shot. They wanted her to appear with Johnny Carson. Once on stage, Joan and Carson hit it off immediately. In the end, Carson wiped tears of laughter from his eyes and said aloud to his millions of viewers, “God, you’re funny. You’re going to be a star.” The next day, dozens of appearance offers flooded in from all over the country, putting. Joan on comedy’s A-list. She also resigned from Candid Camera that day, much to the regret of an angry Funt. From that point on, no one would ever misidentify or underestimate Joan Rivers again. 1．What was Joan’s first dinner engagement like? A．It made her famous overnight. B．She was constantly interrupted by the audience. C．The audience gave her a lasting encouragement. D．Few paid much attention to what she performed. 2．What does the underlined word “ballistic” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．Confident. B．Excited. C．Angry. D．Compassionate. 3．How did Joan’s performance on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson change her career? A．She received negative review s from the audience. B．She decided to quit comedy altogether. C．She became a star and received many offers. D．She was criticized for her lack of talent. 4．What can we learn from Joan’s story? A．One should listen to parents’ advice. B．Don’t give up on your dreams easily. C．Success comes quickly if you do have talents. D．No one can achieve his dream without family support. （23-24高二下·辽宁朝阳·期末）I’ll always remember the first time I tried ballet. My mother was a dancer and I wanted nothing more than to be like her, but after making mistakes during my first class, I felt like I wanted to quit right away. However, I told my mum I couldn’t wait to dance again because it was only my first day. Weeks passed and my dancing didn’t get any better. Then my dance teacher announced that we were going to perform in a show. I was scared of falling on my face in front of hundreds of people and disappointing my mum. Even though I practised hard for the show, I never quite got the hang of it. Finally, I went to my mum to tell her how I felt. She simply laughed and told me she would teach me all she knew about ballet. My mum quickly discovered how bad at ballet I was, but she still taught me with the greatest patience, love and understanding. When I jumped and fell, she was there to catch me. When I lost my balance, she held me up. By the time the show arrived, I was as prepared as I could be. The music began and my heart started to race. Breathing calmly, I began moving to the music without missing a step. When the music stopped, I ran off the stage and laughed in excitement. My mum found me and gave me a huge hug, telling me how proud she was. I looked my mum in the eye and told her that there was no way this could have happened without her. Through this, I realized one important fact: My mum will always be there to catch me if I fall. 1．What happened to the author on her first day of ballet? A．She made no mistakes while dancing. B．She fell down and hurt herself. C．She lied to her mum about liking ballet. D．She realized she was talented in ballet. 2．What does the underlined phrase “got the hang of it” mean? A．Lost interest in it. B．Learned to do it well. C．Jumped high in the air. D．Had trouble with it. 3．How did the mother respond when the author expressed her difficulties in ballet? A．She encouraged her to quit and pursue something else. B．She simply laughed and ignored her concerns completely. C．She blamed her strictly for not practising enough. D．She offered to teach her everything she knew about ballet. 4．What did the author learn from her ballet experience? A．Never try something you are not good at. B．Don’t be afraid of disappointing others. C．Every mum will be proud of their children’s achievements. D．A mother’s love is pure and unconditional. （23-24高二下·内蒙古赤峰·期末）During my two years living in London, I found that the British people really enjoy eating and drinking outdoors. When the weather is nice, restaurants and bars always bring out chairs, and everyone eats, drinks, and chats in the sunlight or under the lights. This continues even in the winter. However, it seems that Chinese people generally don’t eat and drink this way, except at markets. Markets always bring people joy. Each region in China has its own unique market. Usually just a few small stalls, a couple of tables and chairs, are enough to allow people to have a hearty meal in an open-air setting. Living in Beijing year-round, I have always complained that it is too much of a metropolis, too much concrete and steel. It wasn’t until I went to the suburban markets that I discovered a hidden version of Beijing, intimate, bustling, and lively. The open-air markets can usually be found in suburban areas. The opening times are mostly based on the lunar calendar. But for someone like me with social anxiety, the most precious thing about the market is the sense of freedom that comes from being able to blend in despite the large crowds. When you see something delicious, you just buy and eat it, getting your hands and mouth oily, because with so many people in the market, no one will even notice. The open-air market is like the city of Beijing itself. It is so vast that it seems to be able to accommodate everything, and yet because of its size, it also seems to provide a sense of invisibility, allowing you to feel warm and free, where every person who arrives can find something for themselves. 1．What’s the function of the first paragraph? A．To overview the whole article. B．To present the background. C．To make a prediction. D．To introduce the main topic. 2．What did the author feel about Beijing before visiting the suburban markets? A．It was a lively and bustling city. B．It was full of history and culture. C．It was a small and intimate community. D．It was too modern and lacked a characteristic. 3．What does the suburban market mean to the author? A．A good medicine to social anxiety. B．A soft song to the beautiful life. C．A new door to the whole world. D．A magic key to the solid heart. 4．What’s the last paragraph mainly about? A．The appeal of Beijing city. B．The convenience of the market. C．The charm of Chinese culture. D．The inclusiveness of the open-air market. （23-24高二下·广东·期末）Aron Lee Ralston came into the world within the nurturing environment of a middle-class American family. His formative years took a pivotal turn when, at the age of twelve, his family relocated to Colorado, a move that sowed the seeds of his profound affection for trekking amidst the majestic canyons. On the fateful day of April 26th, 2003, Ralston found himself at the precipice of a life-threatening predicament, one that nearly culminated in his demise. While venturing solo through the Blue John Canyon, an inadvertent misstep caused him to dislodge an enormous boulder, which subsequently ensnared his right hand against the unyielding canyon wall. Having embarked on this solitary expedition without alerting anyone to his whereabouts, Ralston faced the harrowing realization that he might remain entrapped indefinitely. Despite his valiant efforts to extricate his hand, he was met with failure, and the futility of crying out for assistance became apparent. Moreover, the exertion required to shout for help would deplete the energy reserves that were crucial for enduring the dire circumstances over an extended period. As the days unfolded, the grim reality of his entrapment under an 800-pound boulder set in, compelling Ralston to contemplate the unthinkable: severing his own right hand. Armed with a rudimentary pocket knife, whose edge was insufficiently sharp to penetrate bone, he faced the daunting task of self-amputation. As time elapsed and his provisions of sustenance and hydration dwindled, he inscribed his name, birth date, and a projected date of death upon the stone. In a twist of fortune, Ralston conceived an ingenious strategy to harness the principle of torque and the leverage of his own bones to detach his arm from his torso. Employing the modest tool at his disposal, he ultimately managed to achieve this desperate act and staggered out of the canyon, hemorrhaging profusely. Providentially, a family on holiday espied him in this dire state, offering him sustenance and hydration before conveying him to a medical facility. In the aftermath of this harrowing ordeal, Ralston was fitted with a prosthetic limb and, undeterred, resumed his passion for mountaineering. He embraced the accident as a transformative“turning point”in his existence, a testament to his indomitable spirit and resilience. 1．What happened to Aron while he was hiking? A．He was too tired and unable to climb B．He suffered a knife wound in his right leg C．He accidentally fell down the mountain. D．He got a hand stuck between a rock and the canyon wall 2．Why did Aron stop calling for help? A．He found a way to save himself. B．He needed to save energy. C．He gave up hope for survival D．He met a family on vacation. 3．How did Aron save himself? A．He removed the huge stone. B．He cut off his arm with a knife. C．He was pulled out of there by his family. D．He was rescued by people from a hospital. 4．Which of the following words can best describe Aron? A．Enthusiastic and kind. B．Independent and generous. C．Adventurous and determined D．Responsible and professional. 记叙文之人与自然 （23-24高二下·吉林·期末）In the scenic coastal city of Cornwall, Lizzi Larbalestier has become a beacon of hope for marine (海洋的) wildlife. As a committed volunteer for British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR), her journey began with transforming her Airbnb, an online platform that allows people to rent out their homes or accommodations to travelers, into a temporary shelter for injured seals. This effort came as the result of the increasing incidents of marine animals suffering from human-related injuries and the lack of specialized care facilities in the region. Recognizing the urgent need for a more permanent solution, Lizzi, alongside her husband and a team of committed volunteers, established a fully equipped seal hospital. This facility, now in its third year of operation, has expanded its capacity to ten pens and is prepared to recover around 100 seals annually. The hospital caters to a variety of cases: seals injured by boats or caught in fishing gear (用具), young pups separated from their mothers, and young seals weakened by poor nutrition. Each animal receives personalized care, ranging from basic first aid to extensive recovery programs. After initial treatment, seals are often moved to larger recovery centers for further care before their release back into the wild. Lizzi’s commitment to marine conservation extends beyond seal rescue. She is an active participant in environmental campaigns like Surfers Against Sewage and Ghostnetbuster. Her tireless efforts were recognized when she received the Animal Action Award from the International Fund for Animal Welfare. Lizzi owes the success of BDMLR’s operations to the collective effort of all volunteers, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in achieving their conservation goals. The BDMLR team also reacts to emergencies involving other marine wildlife, like whales and dolphins. Lizzi recalls several successful operations, including the rescue of stranded (搁浅的) dolphins and a turtle that required specialized care. Lizzi’s story is not just about rescuing marine animals; it’s a proof of the power of community involvement and the impact of individuals on environmental conservation. 1．What inspired Lizzi to protect the marine wildlife? A．One of her trips to the seaside. B．More and more injured marine animals. C．Her love for the marine creatures. D．Increasing profits from her Airbnb. 2．What do we know about the seal hospital from Paragraph 2? A．It has been in operation for five years. B．It provides a separate space for each seal. C．It offers temporary help to injured animals. D．It is the largest recovery center in the area. 3．What message does BDMLR’s success convey according to Lizzi? A．All roads lead to Rome. B．Actions speak louder than words. C．Time and tide wait for no man. D．Many hands make light work. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．A practical solution to seal rescue. B．Challenges of marine wildlife recovery. C．The impact of human activities on marine ecosystems. D．The journey of a marine life rescuer in Cornwall. （23-24高二下·广西南宁·期末）As a young girl growing up in France, Sarah Tourni dreamed of becoming a leader who could make the world a better place. Her passion to help others was awakened when, from the age of nine, she accompanied her Tunisian father to his birthplace in the east of the country during holidays. There she organized homework clubs and activities for children. Toumi witnessed first-hand the destructive effect of desertification. “Within 10 years rich farmers became worse off, and in 10 years from now they will be poor. I wanted to stop the Sahara Desert in its tracks.” A decrease in average rainfall and an increase in the severity of droughts have led to an estimated 75 percent of Tunisia’s agricultural lands being threatened by desertification. Tourni recognized that farming practices needed to change. She is confident that small land areas can bring large returns if farmers are able to adapt by planting sustainable crops, using new technologies for water treatment and focusing on natural products and fertilizers rather than chemicals. In 2017, Toumi consolidated her dream to fight the desert. She moved to Tunisia, and set up a programme named Acacias for All to put her sustainable farming philosophy into action. “I want to show young people in rural areas that they can create opportunities where they are. Nobody is better able to understand the impact of desertification and climate change than somebody who is living with no access to water.” By September 2021, more than 130, 000 acacia trees had been planted on 20 pilot farms, with farmers recording a 60 percent survival rate. Toumi estimates that some 3 million acacia trees are needed to protect Tunisia’s farmland. She expects to plant 1 million trees by 2025. In the next couple of years, Tourni hopes to extend the programme to Algeria and Morocco. 1．How did Toumi’s holiday trips to Tunisia influence her? A．They made her decide to leave the country. B．They helped her better understand her father. C．They fired her enthusiasm for helping others. D．They destroyed her dream of being a teacher. 2．What is the main cause of the desertification of Tunisia’s farmland? A．Low rainfall. B．Soil pollution.. C．Cold weather. D．Forest damage. 3．Why did Tourni set up Acacias for All in Tunisia? A．To create job opportunities for young people. B．To help the children obtain a basic education. C．To persuade the farmers not to use fertilizers. D．To facilitate the protection of their farmland. 4．What might the author think of Toumi’s programme? A．Promising. B．Indifferent. C．Unachievable. D．Suspicious. （23-24高二下·河北邢台·期末）In a scenic community, a man known as Uncle Green has redefined the concept of waste. As a yam bean farmer, Uncle Green held a deep respect for education, coming from his own unfulfilled academic eagerness. Noticing a lack of enthusiasm for reading among the youth, he was determined to make a difference. In 1997, he established a scholarship program initially funded by the local community, including contributions from other patrons. However, Uncle Green realized the need for a sustainable approach to support both education and the environment. His innovative solution emerged in 2002 when he launched a scholarship fund fueled by the community’s recycling efforts. This initiative not only provided financial aid to students but also actively engaged the community in a collective environmental and educational effort. The program grew rapidly, transforming recyclables into educational scholarships and promoting a culture of sustainability. Today, the community awards scholarships annually during the Mid-Autumn Festival, benefiting students from a wide range of educational backgrounds. The initiative has recycled60 tons of materials each year, fostering a spirit of volunteerism and responsibility. Success stories, such as that of a doc tor al student in electrical engineering and a student attending a famous university, are a testament (证明) to the program’s impact. These students have not only achieved academically but also expressed a desire to contribute to their community. Over two decades since its foundation, Uncle Green’s vision continues to inspire. The Community Development Association upholds his legacy by awarding scholarships to an increasing number of students. The collective effort has cultivated (培养) a love for reading and a commitment to sustainable living among the youth. Uncle Green’s story is a powerful example of how individual initiative and community cooperation can lead to sustainable change. It demonstrates the harmony between traditional values and modern social needs, providing a model for communities worldwide. 1．What inspired Uncle Green to start the scholarship program? A．The demand of his profession. B．His desire to teach children. C．His deep respect for eagerness. D．The youths’ unwillingness to read. 2．How did Uncle Green’s scholarship program achieve sustainability? A．Through government grants. B．Through annual fundraisers. C．Through community recycling. D．Through business partnerships. 3．Why does the author mention the two students in paragraph 5? A．To seek for help from the community. B．To attract more youths to the initiative. C．To indicate the importance of scholarship. D．To show the success of Uncle Green’s initiative. 4．What can Uncle Green’s story tell us? A．Unity and innovation can create lasting change. B．Education relies heavily on financial donations. C．Environmental efforts outweigh academic pursuits. D．Traditional methods can solve contemporary issues. （23-24高二下·安徽阜阳·期末）Bright and early on the morning of our first full day in Antarctica, L’ Austral’s Captain Fabien’s voice woke us up as it came through a loudspeaker. If we looked outside right now, he said, we’d see a beautiful sea of icebergs in the golden sunlight. My sister and I jumped out of bed, staring in amazement as we sailed past giant pieces of ice. In the distance, we spotted a group of humpback whales feeding on smaller fishes. Next door, my parents were also waking up to the sights of a new day in Antarctica. Over breakfast, my sister and I excitedly told them about the whales we saw from our room that morning. You might not immediately think of “family vacation” when talking about a trip to Antarctica, but tour companies like Adventures by Disney are changing that. The company offers guided group trips to destinations across all seven continents in the world. Our adventure started when we flew to Buenos Aires and explored the beautiful Argentine capital for a day. After leaving Buenos Aires, we flew to Ushuaia on an Adventures by Disney plane. Then, it was the journey toward the Drake Passage. After a speedy Drake Passage crossing, we reached Antarctica early, adding a half day to our scheduled four days on and around the continent. To those unfamiliar with Adventures by Disney, the fact that you can experience Antarctica — the most distant, extreme continent — with Disney might be surprising. During the trip, there were thoughtful acts, from stamped postcards to send from an Antarctica post office to a champagne (香槟) party on our final stop of the journey; Adventures by Disney truly thought of everything for us. Antarctica is a life-changing destination packed with experiences that can’t be copied. We experienced seasickness when travelling across the Drake Passage, hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals, and had a taste of champagne. And honestly, it’s going to be hard for the next family trip we may take to compete. 1．How did the author and her sister feel when sailing past the icebergs? A．Terrific. B．Confused. C．Frightened. D．Dangerous. 2．What happened first on the author’s journey? A．They flew to Ushuaia. B．They toured around Buenos Aires. C．They passed through the Drake Passage. D．They hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals. 3．What can we infer about their travel from the last paragraph? A．The author might feel bad when crossing the Drake Passage. B．The author was the most impressed by the champagne party. C．The author believes that their next travel will be more thrilling. D．The author thought an Antarctica post office should be established. 4．Which can serve as the best title for the text? A．Exploring Antarctica — A Place with Various animals B．An Antarctic Adventure for Scientific Research C．A Comfortable Travel Experience D．A Family’s Journey to Antarctica （23-24高二下·山东烟台·期末）Sharanya, 14, an eighth grader from Challenger School, built a solar-powered trash-collecting robot, which will play a vital role in taking care of the environment. Volunteering in local city cleanups, Sharanya was always saddened to see tons of rubbish still out there after hours’ hard work. “People do have very limited time and resources, but robots don’t. They’ll collect double the amount and work for longer hours,” Sharanya says. “I learned from a science journal that solar panels moving to always face the sun collect more energy than stationary ones. So I determined to design a trash-collecting robot powered by a sun-tracking solar panel.” However, Sharanya had no experience in robotics, so it was a completely new experience. She firmly believed there’s no instant way to success and that it’s just a process of trial and error. Throughout the project, she studied operating instructions repeatedly and had to use tons of power tools and cut pieces of metal to certain lengths. Her dad would come to her rescue whenever she accidentally burned a wire. “It’s difficult to follow the scientific method, but sticking to this and changing just one variable at a time gets you the best results,” Sharanya says. Sharanya’s robot has trash and recycling bins and moves with motorized wheels. The device’s front and back have object-detecting sensors. One end of the robot. has a rubbish-collecting moveable arm with a pan to gather objects and drop them into the trash or recycling bins. This pan also contains a metal-detecting sensor to sort metal recyclables into the appropriate place. A solar panel sits at the robot's other end; extended into the air. Attached to it is a light-tracking device that follows the sun, enabling the solar panel to move accordingly. In tests, the sun-tracking solar panel generated more power than a stationary one over six hours. And the robot correctly identified an object every time it was presented. It picked up items and accurately classified aluminum cans as recyclables 80 percent of the time. Sharanya is confident that the robot will soon sort plastic and glass by striking the items and detecting the difference in their frequencies. 1．What led Sharanya to intend a sun-tracking solari panel for, the robot? A．Her survey findings. B．The knowledge she acquired. C．Her social experiences. D．The extra courses she attended. 2．What does paragraph 3 focus on concerning Sharanya? A．What contributed to her success. B．Why she didn’t fear failure. C．Whether goals counted in her work. D．How she was financially supported. 3．What may be the function of the object-detecting sensors? A．To identify colors. B．To locate metal materials. C．To discover garbage. D．To analyze moving routes. 4．What does the author mainly want to say in the last paragraph? A．The robot needs retesting. B．The robot reached no desired effect. C．The robot enjoys wide popularity. D．The robot faces a promising prospect. 试卷第1页，共3页 3 / 3 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$