专题06 阅读理解（应用文）（期中真题汇编，上海专用）高一英语上学期

专题06 阅读理解之应用文 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高一上·上海松江区·期中)Whether you are attracted by landscapes or the after-effects of weather, there are photo opportunities everywhere. The following photography tips from photographers will help you shoot your best shot.Get to know your subject and their habits Take time to get to know your local wildlife before shooting, and you might just capture something truly special. Try to shoot from the perspective of the animal you are filming. Resist the urge to just point and click — take the time to observe local wildlife and you will see the rewards in your photos.Capture details in a close-up Going in close can bring some fascinating rewards in nature photography. Zooming (聚焦) into plants with frost or picking up water drops on a spider’s web can help show the beauty we might miss in everyday life. If you’re zooming in on one particular subject, such as a bee landing on a flower, you could end up with soft-focus objects in the background to create added interest.Shoot photos at best time of day There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to timing, and a shadow or lots of natural sunlight can produce great results — it’s just best to avoid extremes. Too much bright light hitting your camera lens (镜头) sensor will result in an overexposed photo with little detail, while a dark sky full of stars might provide too much contrast between the background and the subject you are taking pictures of.Capture sharp, clear images Although the delete button can be your best friend, a few things will help you avoid unclear images. Keeping the camera stable is key, whether that’s through a solid pose as you stand ready to shoot or using a support. A self-timer can also be a handy tool for keeping your hands away from dials and settings once you have chosen your shot. 1．Which of the following is the benefit of “zooming in” in shooting? A．It may be an aid to capture the delicate beauty in daily life. B．It may be helpful to avoid overexposing photos with little detail. C．It may bring about deleting the background to create added interest. D．It may contribute to focusing on several particular subjects at a time. 2．What is a photographer recommended to do to shoot satisfactory photos? A．Chase the running rabbit when shooting. B．Follow his instinct when shooting. C．Shoot in bright daylight at midday. D．Use a stable stand when shooting. 3．You will find the tips above most useful if you want to take photos _____. A．at a wedding ceremony B．while visiting an art gallery C．on an excursion to the countryside D．while walking on the street in a city Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海华二附中·期中)Glenbrook South (GBS) High School is in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is an award-winning school with a highly competent teaching staff. It has over 400 Asian Pacific American students, which account for over 17 percent of the students in the school. Of these, the majority are Korean American. This is very unusual in a state where Korean Americans are less than 1 percent of the population. The interactions of the Korean American students at GBS were the subject of an article in Asian Week magazine. Different Korean American students react differently to being in a high school where most students are white. Professor Pyong Gap Min, an expert on Korean life in America, believes that Korean Americans in this situation can sometimes feel inhibited or ashamed of their Korean identity. Asian Week interviewed a number of GBS students, and each had a different attitude. Alice, 18 years old“I used to spend time only with Korean American friends. Although I felt secure with those friends, I found myself motivated to form closer relationship with non-Koreans, too. I felt I was missing out on new experiences and challenges.” Paul, 16 years old“I have some Korean American friends, but I spend most of my time with white friends. I’m often the only Asian American in the group, but I don’t mind. What I like about the white culture is that I can be more radical. I can be as loud and funny as I want to be. I don’t see as much of that among the Asian students.” John, 17 years old“In junior high school, most of my friends were white. After coming to GBS, my sense of my Korean American identity was restored, and I decided to have mainly Korean American friends. I feel that my Korean American friends and I mainly understand each other better. For example, we understand about severe parental pressures to succeed at school; I felt my white friends couldn’t really understand.” Without belittling the importance of what these students had to say, it’s important to remember that their opinions at this phase of their lives are bound to change as they grow into adulthood. But these honest opinions can help us better understand issues of culture relations, and their honesty might help Americans from different cultural groups to get along better in the future. 1．The passage mainly discusses __________. A．why the state of Illinois is very special B．how Korean American students interact among themselves and with others C．how an Illinois high school extend a warm welcome to Korean American students D．different opinions of the friends of Korean American students 2．Which statement best summarizes Alice’s attitude? A．She feels that her white friends don’t really understand her B．She likes her Korean American friends but wants to have non-Korean friends too. C．She feels she is missing out on experiences with her Korean American fiends. D．She doesn’t feel secure in her relationships with non-Koreans. 3．The underlined word “radical” most probably means __________. A．traditional B．expressive C．considerate D．sensitive Passage 3 (24-25高一上·上海进才中学·期中)Some people say that music makes the world go round and that it is to the soul what words are to the mind. Well, music and words go hand in hand when it comes to certain aspects of English! There are so many idioms based on music or instruments that are used in everyday speech! Here are some examples, which might help you to hit the right note when talking in English! Let it go Song: Let it go (2013) on Disney’s Frozen soundtrack Meaning: If you “let go” of a bad feeling or memory, you stop thinking about it or being upset by it; literally, if you “let go” of something, you stop holding onto it with your hands. Example: “I know you are upset that she left you, but you have to let it go and get on with your life.” Turn the page Song: Turn the page (1973) on the album Back in ’72 by Bob Seger Meaning: If you “turn the page”, you forget about the past and start your life again after a bad period. Literally, if you “turn the page” while reading, you go to the next page in a book and start reading that one. Example: “Six months after her divorce, she decided to turn the page and start a new relationship.” Rock the boat Song: Rock the boat (1974) on the album Freedom for the Stallion by the Hues Corporation Meaning: If you “rock the boat”, you do or say something that might upset people or cause problems or trouble. Literally, if you “rock a boat” (a small one), you move it from side to side, often to frighten other people. Example: “During the dinner, I didn’t want to rock the boat, so I kept quiet about the terrible money situation.” Let your hair down Song: Let your hair down (2014) on the album Don’t Kill the Magic by Magic Meaning: If you “let your hair down”, you act more freely than usual and really enjoy yourself. Literally, if someone with long hair “lets their hair down”, they untie it and let it fall freely. Example: “Come on, this is a party! Let your hair down and have some fun!” Poker face Song: Poker face (2008) on the album The Fame by Lady Gaga Meaning: If you have a “poke face”, you have a neutral expression on your face that doesn’t show an emotion, and which doesn’t let other people know that what you are thinking or feeling. Literally, during a game of poker, players often have a “poker face” (a neutral expression), so they do not give other players any information about which cards they might have. Example: “It is often useful to keep a poker face during business negotiations.” 1．One can comfort a friend who has failed an exam by saying “________,” as quoted in a 1970s song. A．rock the boat B．let your hair down C．turn the page D．keep a poker face 2．What can we infer about the “money situation” mentioned in the third box? A．The diners were likely to be short of capital. B．The restaurant chef was probably in heavy debt. C．The speaker was confident of an economic boom. D．The boat owner threatened to withdraw his funds. 3．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．Magic of English Idioms in Animations B．Idioms — Inspiration for Popular Music C．Cheer Yourself up in the World of Music D．Useful Idioms from Popular Song Titles 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (24-25高一上·上海七宝中学·期中)Volunteering is a good way for teenagers to make a difference and meet new people. Here are a few volunteer opportunities that you could encourage your teen to take up. Help a local food bank Food banks always welcome donations and new volunteers. They provide perfect volunteering opportunities for those who are interested in helping the homeless. Your teen would be involved in anything, from preparing meals to working behind the scenes to repack donated food items, serving food, and carrying boxes. Help at a soup kitchen A soup kitchen is one of the places where the hungry can get free or affordable meals (usually soup and bread). Most soup kitchens run mainly on donations and the generosity of people. As a soup kitchen volunteer, your child may be made to clean the tables and plates, help distribute food, cook food, and more. Volunteer for Meals on Wheels By volunteering for Meals on Wheels, your teen will deliver nutritious meals to the elderly or the disabled. It’s perfect for teens who have just received their driving license and love any reason to get behind the wheel! They can make a huge impact in a short amount of time. Similarly, your teen can also volunteer in their kitchen and prepare meals for delivery. With a simple gesture, your teen can bring millions of smiles to people’s lives. Work with Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to build or improve a place that someone could call home. Besides helping the community, your teen will learn valuable skills such as repairing fundraising, painting, and building. You can sign them up for long-term projects or a one-time program. 1．What do a local food bank and a soup kitchen have in common? A．Their sources of food. B．Volunteers need to price the food. C．They provide food for volunteers. D．The locations are approachable. 2．Who would be the most suitable for Meals on Wheels? A．Lucy, who prefers cooking. B．Linda, who likes drawing. C．Jack, who is fond of driving. D．Peter, who is good at playing football 3．Which would you choose if you want to learn some skills? A．A local food bank. B．A soup kitchen. C．Meals on Wheels. D．Habitat for Humanity. Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海建平中学·期中)70% of people pushing wheelchairs suffer from back injuries Introducing Ypush. The power-assisted, carer-friendly wheelchair that does the pushing for you! The amazing Ypush wheelchair is totally unique because it has been designed especially to help Carers. 70% of people pushing wheelchairs suffer from back strain or injury, and often the physical effort makes it impossible for people to get out and about. In many cases this can leave people stranded at home and unable to enjoy their usual activities. The award-winning Y push wheelchair solves this problem, and gives the Carer electric power and steering at the touch of a button, at any time— this is the only wheelchair in the world to operate in this way. The Y push really is a complete game changer and removes the effort of pushing, so you can travel around without any stress and worry, go to the places you really want to go, and enjoy activities together. Total independence and confidence for carers and occupants to make the most out of life. 1．The underlined word “stranded” most probably means ________ A．hurt B．controlled C．trapped D．protected 2．Which of the following statements about the wheelchair is TRUE? A．It is advanced because it releases the patients from tiredness. B．It can be activated when people scan its exclusive QR code. C．It should be fully charged before running on aeroplanes. D．It is powered at the push of a button with a long-life battery. 3．Which of the following might be the best title for the passage? A．All-electric wheelchairs across the UK B．The future of mobility is here C．Ypush, patient-friendly D．Scientific Innovation Award 2023 4．Where does this article mostly come from? A．A personal blog. B．A local newspaper. C．A book review. D．A scientific journal. Passage 3 (24-25高一上·上海同济大学第二附属中学·期中)Want to explore new cultures, meet new people and do something worthwhile at the same time? You can do all three with the Global Development Association (GDA). Whatever stage of life you’ re at, wherever you go and whatever project you do in GDA, you’ll create positive changes in poor and remote communities. We work with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Most of our volunteers are aged 17-24. Now we need volunteer managers aged 25-75. They are extremely important in the safe and effective running of our programs. We have such roles as project managers and communication officers. Depending on which role you choose, you could help to increase a community’s access to safe drinking water or help to protect valuable local cultures. You might also design an adventure challenge to train young volunteers. Not only will you help our young volunteers to develop personally, but you’ll also learn new skills and increase your cultural awareness. You may have chances to meet new people who’ll become your lifelong friends. This summer we have both 4-week and 7-week programs: Country Schedule 4-week programs 7-week programs Algeria 5 Jul.—I Aug. 20 Jun.—7 Aug. Egypt 24 Jul.—20 Aug. 19 Jun.—6 Aug. Kenya 20 Jul.—16 Aug. 18 Jun.—5 Aug. South Africa 2 Aug.—29 Aug. 15 Jun.—2 Aug. GDA ensures that volunteers work with community members and local project partners in places where our help is most needed. All of our projects are aimed at promoting the development of poor and remote communities. There is no other chance like a GDA programme. Join us as a volunteer manager to develop your own skills while bringing benefits to these communities. Find out more about joining a GDA programme: Website:www.glodeve.org Email:humanresources@glodeve.org 1．What is the main responsibility of volunteer managers? A．To seek local partners. B．To take in young volunteers. C．To carry out programs. D．To promote cultural awareness. 2．The shared goal of GDA’s projects is to ______ . A．explore new cultures B．help communities in need C．protect the environment D．receive corporate benefits 3．Where can you probably find this passage? A．On the website of American culture. B．In the social work section of a newspaper. C．On the leaflet of a travel agency. D．On the report of an international meeting. 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高一上·上海复兴高级中学·期中) Home Laundry Automatic Dryer ProductFull Two Year Warranty Limited Five Year Warranty on Cabinet Warranty Provides for: FIRST TWO YEARS Amana will repair or replace any faulty part free of charge. THIRD THRU FIFTH YEARS Amana will provide a free replacement part for any cabinet which proves faulty due to rust. Warranty Limitations:·Warranty begins at date of original purchase. ·Applies only to product used within the United States or in Canada if product is approved by Canadian Standards Association when shipped from factory. ·Products used on a commercial or rental basis not covered by this warranty. ·Service must be performed by an Amana servicer. ·Adjustments covered during first year only. Owner's Responsibilities:·Provide sales receipt. ·Normal care and maintenance. ·Having the product reasonably accessible for service. ·Pay for service calls related to product installation or usage instructions. ·Pay for extra service costs, over normal service charges, if servicer is requested to perform service outside servicer's normal business hours. Warranty Does Not Cover It If:·Product has damage due to product alteration, connection to an improper electrical supply shipping and handling, accident, fire, floods, lightning or other conditions beyond the control of Amana. ·Product is improperly installed or applied. In no event shall Amana be responsible for consequential damages.* *This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have others which vary from state to state. For example, some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages,so this exclusion may not apply to you. 1．According to Warranty Limitations, a product can be under warranty if ________. A．shipped from a Canadian factory B．rented for home use C．repaired by the user himself D．used in the U.S.A． 2．According to Owner's Responsibilities, an owner has to pay for ________. A．the loss of the sales receipt B．a servicer's overtime work C．the product installation D．a mechanic's transportation 3．Which of the following is true according to the warranty? A．Consequential damages are excluded across America. B．A product damaged in a natural disaster is covered by the warranty. C．A faulty cabinet due to rust can be replaced free in the second year. D．Free repair is available for a product used improperly in the first year. Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海浦东新区·期中） No, it’s not their shoe size. They read. At least two books a month. They’re also among the top 10 richest people in the world. And they’re not alone in their love for books, with 1, 200 other millionaires, who quote reading as a core part of their self-education. You knew that reading books makes your life better. It’s not even all about money, fame and success. It’s about becoming a more knowledgeable and valuable person. Additionally, reading helps you prevent stress and keep depression at bay, while enhancing your confidence, improving your decision-making, increasing your empathy and overall satisfaction with life. You know all the benefits of reading, so what’s stopping you from reading more books? Time! “I don’t have time to read.” Have you said those words before? You say it because... you have an incredibly demanding college degree to study for… your loved ones are sitting at home, counting on you to put food on the table… you are too occupied with work to open a book… But let’s imagine another reality for a second. What would your life look like if you read just two books every month? Would you finally… have what it takes to start that business? be a better parent? feel more fulfilled? Hold on to that vision for a second. If you want to make it a reality, this email course, Time 2 Read, will be your guide for the next 10 days. It’s free of charge and specifically designed to help you take time back, start building a daily reading habit and turn wanting to read into actual reading. Enter your email below to make time to read, start learning daily and become more valuable to the world. You’ll be sent 7 lessons via email over the next 10 days, starting right after you sign up here. Each email contains a story, a principle, and an experiment. Get started, and your reading life will never be the same! 1．Where does this passage probably come from? A．A leaflet publicizing a reading activity. B．A website promoting a reading course. C．A TV program advertising reading skills. D．A handbook providing reading materials. 2．Why does the author mention the four famous people at the beginning? A．To express his admiration for them. B．To indicate the importance of reading. C．To highlight their time management skills. D．To illustrate the success of the course. 3．Who are most likely to be interested in Time 2 Read? A．Those who are willing to read more but struggle with time. B．Those who are sick of making excuses to delay their life plans. C．Those who are eager to become a millionaire like the four guys. D．Those who are determined to be more and more self-disciplined. 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (23-24高三上·上海建平中学·期中)Most of us have an irrational fear or habit. Famous folks often seem to go one step further. VERY Superstitious Benjamin Franklin AN ODD MORNING RITUAL Author, inventor, diplomat, and scientist Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790) believed that air baths had a particular effect. Before he started his workday, Franklin would sit without any clothes on for up to an hour in front of an open window on the first floor of his building. He wrote that the shock of cold water was too violent for him and it was more agreeable for him to bathe in cold air. Franklin would either read or write during his “bath”. ① John Steinbeck THE RIGHT WAY TO WRITE John Steinbeck (1902 - 1968) wrote the first drafts of The Grapes off Wrath, East of Eden, Of Mice and Men, and most every other one of his books the same way—by hand and in pencil. And he was very particular about his pencils, requiring perfectly sharpened Black-wing 602s. John Wayne A TEN-GALLON PHOBIA Although John Wayne (1907 - 1979) often wore a hat on his head in his films, his temper would suddenly become angry if anyone left a hat on top of a bed. According to his daughter, Wayne was deeply superstitious and subscribed to the not-uncommon fear that a hat on a bed was a sign of bad luck. ② Lucille Ball FEATHERED FOE On the day that three-year-old Lucille Ball's father died, a bird flew into her home and became trapped. Shocked by the events, she developed a lifelong bird hatred. The actor (1911 - 1989) even refused to stay in hotels that had pictures of birds on the walls. ③ Gustav Mahler BEWARE NUMBER NINE Composer Gustav Mahler (1860 - 1911) thought he could cheat death by not naming his ninth symphony by number. This was became several composers, including Beethoven and Schubert, had died after completing their ninth symphonies. So Mahler called his ninth The Song of the Earth - and it worked, in a sense. He lived long enough to write most of his tenth symphony, though he died before it was performed. Michael Jordan UNIFORM REDESIGNER Michael Jordan (1963 - ) reportedly began the trendsetting change from mid-thigh basketball shorts to longer ones as a way of covering up a pair of University of North Carolina shorts, which he wore for good luck under his Chicago Bulls uniform. Charles Dickens DREAM CATCHER Author Charles Dickens (1812 - 1870) carried a navigational compass with him at all times and always faced north when he slept. He believed it improved his creativity and writing. ④ 1．________ kept an irrational habit in order to improve their work. A．Benjamin Franklin and Gustav Mahler B．Benjamin Franklin and Charles Dickens C．Gustav Mahler and Charles Dickens D．Lucille Ball and Gustav Mahler 2．Which of the following statements is TRUE? A．A sharpened pencil was a necessity for John Steinbeck to improve his creativity. B．Gustav Mahler refused to finish his ninth symphony to avoid bad luck. C．Both Lucille Ball and John Wayne were afraid to certain stuff. D．Michael Jordan wore two pairs of basketball shorts in a match. 3．Which of the following arrangements of the illustrations best fits the boxes numbered ①, ②, ③, ④? A．d-b-a-c B．a-b-d-c C．d-c-a-b D．b-c-d-a Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海黄浦区·期中)Must-See Destinations in 2024 Are you ready to explore the world in 2024? Whether you dream of sailing down famous European rivers or exploring unique places, our list of must-see destinations is here to inspire your travels.Spain Throw yourself into the rich culture and history of Spain. From the sunny beaches of Tenerife to the Moorish architecture (建筑物) of Andalucía, there’s so much to explore in this lively country. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) city of La Laguna and become amazed at the beauty of Cordoba, Seville, and La Alhambra, or relax on a beach holiday to Majorca or Tenerife. Montenegro Despite its size, Montenegro has beautiful beaches, rich history, and a breathtaking channel. Experience the beauty of the Montenegrin coast — Dalmatia’s jewel (宝石) is the UNESCO World Heritage listed oasis of Dubrovnik, famously praised by Lord Bryon as The Pearl of the Adriatic. Croatia Discover the beauty that is Dubrovnik. Explore the 16th-century city’s defensive walls and red-roofed buildings. Sail along Croatia’s Adriatic Coast, where attractive villages and beautiful towns like Pula, Rovinj, and Poreč are just waiting to be explored...South Africa Explore the wonders of South Africa, from the Garden Route’s nature reserves to the thrill of a Safari drive in the Kariega Game Reserve. Discover the different plants and animals while searching for the “Big Five” on an unforgettable South Africa holiday. With over 25 years of experience creating holidays for the curious, Travel Department ensures that your journey is in good hands. Plus as a trusted Reader’s Digest Travel partner, you can get special deals when you travel with them across lots of different 2024 holidays. If you want to know more information, please click here. 1．What do Spain and Montenegro have in common? A．They are both praised by tourists. B．They both have world heritage cities. C．They are known for their architectures. D．They both own beaches and rich history. 2．Which destination will attract people who are interested in creatures? A．Spain. B．South Africa. C．Montenegro. D．Croatia. 3．Where is this text most likely from? A．A website. B．A guidebook. C．A novel. D．A magazine. Passage 3 (24-25高一上·上海外国语大学附属外国语学校松江云间中学·期中) Home/Tours/China Packages/Beijing BJ28: 3 Days Private Beijing City Tour including Hotel From $419 per Free Inquiry We Guarantee 100% No Shopping Stops! Itinerary Tour Prices Price Includes Day 1 Arrival in Beijing, Visit Hutong Alleys (胡同小巷) According to your flight schedule, your guide and driver will pick you up at the airport today. After greetings, we will drive to the hotel in about one hour. If time permits, we will arrange for you a Hutong tour by rickshaw to explore the old, traditional alleys of Beijing. There are some workshops, bars and restaurants in Hutongs and all these will give you a better understanding of the special Hutong culture. What’s more, we will also pay a visit to a local family living in one of the old-style folk yards, rickshaw riding in old Hutongs where you will not only se how a typical local family lives, but also learn about the Chinese folk customs. Day 2 Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden city, Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird’s Nest The first stop of today’s Beijing city tour is the Tiananmen Square. Located in the center of Beijing, it has become the symbol of the city, and even China. Walking north through the square, we will come to the Forbidden City. With over 70 palaces and 9000 rooms, it is the world’s largest and most complete ancient wooden architectural complex (建筑群). In the afternoon, we will continue to visit the Mutianyu Great Wall, which is one of the most famous and best-preserved Great Wall sections. Upon arrival, you will be certainly attracted by its breathtaking landscape. On the way back, we will pas by the Bird’s Nest, also known as the Olympic National Stadium. We will make a brief stop there for you to take some pictures of this magnificent building. Day 3 Visit Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Today’s city tour of Beijing will begin with a visit to the Temple of Heaven where the royal ceremonies to pray for good harvest were held in ancient times. Nowadays, it has developed into a popular park where many local people do exercise, play chess, fly kites, dance and have fun. Then, your guide will accompany you to visit the Summer Palace, a large and well-preserved royal garden. You will have a great time to enjoy the wonderful scenery and historical sites inside. At the end of the tour, we will accompany you to the airport according to the flight schedule. Hope you enjoy travelling with us! 1．What kind of people will most probably take part in this tour? People who ______. A．like to do shopping in China B．eager to visit natural wonders C．are curious about Chinese culture D．favor Chinese literature and arts 2．According to the passage, the word “rickshaw” in Para. 2 probably means ______. A．a large vehicle that is used to transport goods B．a spacious motor vehicle with much room for passengers C．a luxurious vehicle with two wheel is driven by an engine D．a small vehicle pulled by human to carry one or two passengers 3．According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE? A．The arrangement of a Hutong tour depends on the time. B．The locals often hold ceremonies in the Temple of Heaven. C．The Forbidden City is famous for its old-style folk yards. D．A tour of the inside of the Bird’s Nest is arranged on Day 2. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题06 阅读理解之应用文 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高一上·上海松江区·期中)Whether you are attracted by landscapes or the after-effects of weather, there are photo opportunities everywhere. The following photography tips from photographers will help you shoot your best shot.Get to know your subject and their habits Take time to get to know your local wildlife before shooting, and you might just capture something truly special. Try to shoot from the perspective of the animal you are filming. Resist the urge to just point and click — take the time to observe local wildlife and you will see the rewards in your photos.Capture details in a close-up Going in close can bring some fascinating rewards in nature photography. Zooming (聚焦) into plants with frost or picking up water drops on a spider’s web can help show the beauty we might miss in everyday life. If you’re zooming in on one particular subject, such as a bee landing on a flower, you could end up with soft-focus objects in the background to create added interest.Shoot photos at best time of day There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to timing, and a shadow or lots of natural sunlight can produce great results — it’s just best to avoid extremes. Too much bright light hitting your camera lens (镜头) sensor will result in an overexposed photo with little detail, while a dark sky full of stars might provide too much contrast between the background and the subject you are taking pictures of.Capture sharp, clear images Although the delete button can be your best friend, a few things will help you avoid unclear images. Keeping the camera stable is key, whether that’s through a solid pose as you stand ready to shoot or using a support. A self-timer can also be a handy tool for keeping your hands away from dials and settings once you have chosen your shot. 1．Which of the following is the benefit of “zooming in” in shooting? A．It may be an aid to capture the delicate beauty in daily life. B．It may be helpful to avoid overexposing photos with little detail. C．It may bring about deleting the background to create added interest. D．It may contribute to focusing on several particular subjects at a time. 2．What is a photographer recommended to do to shoot satisfactory photos? A．Chase the running rabbit when shooting. B．Follow his instinct when shooting. C．Shoot in bright daylight at midday. D．Use a stable stand when shooting. 3．You will find the tips above most useful if you want to take photos _____. A．at a wedding ceremony B．while visiting an art gallery C．on an excursion to the countryside D．while walking on the street in a city 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个关于拍摄风景的建议。 1．细节理解题。根据第三段“Zooming (聚焦) into plants with frost or picking up water drops on a spider’s web can help show the beauty we might miss in everyday life. (放大到结霜的植物，或者在蜘蛛网上捡起水滴，都有助于展示我们在日常生活中可能错过的美。)”可知，放大拍摄的好处是可能有助于捕捉日常生活中的微妙之美。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Keeping the camera stable is key, whether that’s through a solid pose as you stand ready to shoot or using a support. (保持相机稳定是关键，无论是通过一个坚实的姿势，当你准备拍摄或使用支持。)”可知，为了拍出令人满意的照片，摄影师应该拍摄时要站稳。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第一段“Whether you are attracted by landscapes or the after-effects of weather, there are photo opportunities everywhere. The following photography tips from photographers will help you shoot your best shot. (无论你是被风景所吸引，还是被天气的影响所吸引，到处都有拍照的机会。以下摄影师的摄影技巧将帮助你拍出最好的照片。)”可知，如果你想在乡间远足时拍照，你会发现上面的建议非常有用。故选C。 Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海华二附中·期中)Glenbrook South (GBS) High School is in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is an award-winning school with a highly competent teaching staff. It has over 400 Asian Pacific American students, which account for over 17 percent of the students in the school. Of these, the majority are Korean American. This is very unusual in a state where Korean Americans are less than 1 percent of the population. The interactions of the Korean American students at GBS were the subject of an article in Asian Week magazine. Different Korean American students react differently to being in a high school where most students are white. Professor Pyong Gap Min, an expert on Korean life in America, believes that Korean Americans in this situation can sometimes feel inhibited or ashamed of their Korean identity. Asian Week interviewed a number of GBS students, and each had a different attitude. Alice, 18 years old“I used to spend time only with Korean American friends. Although I felt secure with those friends, I found myself motivated to form closer relationship with non-Koreans, too. I felt I was missing out on new experiences and challenges.” Paul, 16 years old“I have some Korean American friends, but I spend most of my time with white friends. I’m often the only Asian American in the group, but I don’t mind. What I like about the white culture is that I can be more radical. I can be as loud and funny as I want to be. I don’t see as much of that among the Asian students.” John, 17 years old“In junior high school, most of my friends were white. After coming to GBS, my sense of my Korean American identity was restored, and I decided to have mainly Korean American friends. I feel that my Korean American friends and I mainly understand each other better. For example, we understand about severe parental pressures to succeed at school; I felt my white friends couldn’t really understand.” Without belittling the importance of what these students had to say, it’s important to remember that their opinions at this phase of their lives are bound to change as they grow into adulthood. But these honest opinions can help us better understand issues of culture relations, and their honesty might help Americans from different cultural groups to get along better in the future. 1．The passage mainly discusses __________. A．why the state of Illinois is very special B．how Korean American students interact among themselves and with others C．how an Illinois high school extend a warm welcome to Korean American students D．different opinions of the friends of Korean American students 2．Which statement best summarizes Alice’s attitude? A．She feels that her white friends don’t really understand her B．She likes her Korean American friends but wants to have non-Korean friends too. C．She feels she is missing out on experiences with her Korean American fiends. D．She doesn’t feel secure in her relationships with non-Koreans. 3．The underlined word “radical” most probably means __________. A．traditional B．expressive C．considerate D．sensitive 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要讲述了伊利诺伊州一所高中的韩裔美国学生与不同文化背景同学间的互动及个人态度。 1．主旨大意题。根据全文内容及第一段中的“The interactions of the Korean American students at GBS were the subject of an article in Asian Week magazine.(《亚洲周刊》杂志上有一篇文章讨论了在GBS的韩裔美国学生之间的互动)”和第二段中的“Asian Week interviewed a number of GBS students, and each had a different attitude.(《亚洲周刊》采访了多位GBS的学生，每位学生的态度都不相同)”可知，文章主要探讨了不同韩裔美国学生在一所多数学生为白人的高中的互动情况及个人感受。文章通过采访三位学生来展示他们各自的态度和体验。由此可知，最能概括文章主要内容的选项是D“不同韩裔美国学生对交友的看法”。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据框中第一个学生Alice所说的话中“Although I felt secure with those friends, I found myself motivated to form closer relationship with non-Koreans, too. I felt I was missing out on new experiences and challenges.(虽然我和那些朋友在一起感到很安心，但我发现自己也有了与非韩国人建立更亲密关系的动力。我觉得自己错过了新的体验和挑战)”可知，Alice喜欢她的韩裔美国朋友，但也希望与非韩裔的朋友有更多的交往。故选B。 3．词句猜测题。根据划线词后的“I can be as loud and funny as I want to be.(我可以尽情地大声说话和搞笑)”可推知，Paul可以想怎么大声就怎么大声，想多滑稽就多滑稽，这是有表现力的体现，因此他说他喜欢白人文化的地方是他可以更加富有表现力，“radical”指的是行为或表达方式上可以更加大胆、直接或自由。因此，最接近“radical”意思的选项是B“expressive(表达力强的)”。故选B。 Passage 3 (24-25高一上·上海进才中学·期中)Some people say that music makes the world go round and that it is to the soul what words are to the mind. Well, music and words go hand in hand when it comes to certain aspects of English! There are so many idioms based on music or instruments that are used in everyday speech! Here are some examples, which might help you to hit the right note when talking in English! Let it go Song: Let it go (2013) on Disney’s Frozen soundtrack Meaning: If you “let go” of a bad feeling or memory, you stop thinking about it or being upset by it; literally, if you “let go” of something, you stop holding onto it with your hands. Example: “I know you are upset that she left you, but you have to let it go and get on with your life.” Turn the page Song: Turn the page (1973) on the album Back in ’72 by Bob Seger Meaning: If you “turn the page”, you forget about the past and start your life again after a bad period. Literally, if you “turn the page” while reading, you go to the next page in a book and start reading that one. Example: “Six months after her divorce, she decided to turn the page and start a new relationship.” Rock the boat Song: Rock the boat (1974) on the album Freedom for the Stallion by the Hues Corporation Meaning: If you “rock the boat”, you do or say something that might upset people or cause problems or trouble. Literally, if you “rock a boat” (a small one), you move it from side to side, often to frighten other people. Example: “During the dinner, I didn’t want to rock the boat, so I kept quiet about the terrible money situation.” Let your hair down Song: Let your hair down (2014) on the album Don’t Kill the Magic by Magic Meaning: If you “let your hair down”, you act more freely than usual and really enjoy yourself. Literally, if someone with long hair “lets their hair down”, they untie it and let it fall freely. Example: “Come on, this is a party! Let your hair down and have some fun!” Poker face Song: Poker face (2008) on the album The Fame by Lady Gaga Meaning: If you have a “poke face”, you have a neutral expression on your face that doesn’t show an emotion, and which doesn’t let other people know that what you are thinking or feeling. Literally, during a game of poker, players often have a “poker face” (a neutral expression), so they do not give other players any information about which cards they might have. Example: “It is often useful to keep a poker face during business negotiations.” 1．One can comfort a friend who has failed an exam by saying “________,” as quoted in a 1970s song. A．rock the boat B．let your hair down C．turn the page D．keep a poker face 2．What can we infer about the “money situation” mentioned in the third box? A．The diners were likely to be short of capital. B．The restaurant chef was probably in heavy debt. C．The speaker was confident of an economic boom. D．The boat owner threatened to withdraw his funds. 3．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．Magic of English Idioms in Animations B．Idioms — Inspiration for Popular Music C．Cheer Yourself up in the World of Music D．Useful Idioms from Popular Song Titles 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了来自流行歌曲名中的五个习语，解释了其意义，并给出了用法示例。 1．细节理解题。根据表格第二部分Song中“Turn the page (1973) on the album Back in ’72 by Bob Seger (1973年的Turn the page源自Bob Seger的专辑Back in ' 72)”和Meaning中“If you “turn the page”, you forget about the past and start your life again after a bad period. (如果你“turn the page”，你会忘记过去，在一段糟糕的时期后重新开始生活)”可知，“turn the page (翻页)”是上世纪70年代的一首歌中的一句话，用于表示忘记过去，在糟糕时期后开始新生活，因此可以用于安慰考试不及格的朋友。故选C项。 2．推理判断题。根据表格第三部分Meaning中“If you “rock the boat”, you do or say something that might upset people or cause problems or trouble. (如果你“rock the boat”，你做或说的事情可能会让人不安或引起问题或麻烦)”和Example中“During the dinner, I didn’t want to rock the boat, so I kept quiet about the terrible money situation. (吃饭的时候，我不想惹麻烦，所以我对那糟糕的财务状况保持沉默)”可知，“rock the boat (搅局)”表示所做或所言会引起问题或麻烦，用餐的人如果说了糟糕的财务状况，就会引起麻烦。由此可知，用餐者很可能缺乏资金。故选A项。 3．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中“There are so many idioms based on music or instruments that are used in everyday speech! Here are some examples, which might help you to hit the right note when talking in English! (日常生活中有很多与音乐或乐器有关的习语！这里有一些例子，可以帮助你英语说得恰到好处)”可知，文章为读者介绍了来自流行歌曲名中的五个习语，解释了其意义，并给出了用法示例。因此，D项“流行歌名中的常用习语”最契合文章主旨，适合作为文章标题。故选D项。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (24-25高一上·上海七宝中学·期中)Volunteering is a good way for teenagers to make a difference and meet new people. Here are a few volunteer opportunities that you could encourage your teen to take up. Help a local food bank Food banks always welcome donations and new volunteers. They provide perfect volunteering opportunities for those who are interested in helping the homeless. Your teen would be involved in anything, from preparing meals to working behind the scenes to repack donated food items, serving food, and carrying boxes. Help at a soup kitchen A soup kitchen is one of the places where the hungry can get free or affordable meals (usually soup and bread). Most soup kitchens run mainly on donations and the generosity of people. As a soup kitchen volunteer, your child may be made to clean the tables and plates, help distribute food, cook food, and more. Volunteer for Meals on Wheels By volunteering for Meals on Wheels, your teen will deliver nutritious meals to the elderly or the disabled. It’s perfect for teens who have just received their driving license and love any reason to get behind the wheel! They can make a huge impact in a short amount of time. Similarly, your teen can also volunteer in their kitchen and prepare meals for delivery. With a simple gesture, your teen can bring millions of smiles to people’s lives. Work with Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to build or improve a place that someone could call home. Besides helping the community, your teen will learn valuable skills such as repairing fundraising, painting, and building. You can sign them up for long-term projects or a one-time program. 1．What do a local food bank and a soup kitchen have in common? A．Their sources of food. B．Volunteers need to price the food. C．They provide food for volunteers. D．The locations are approachable. 2．Who would be the most suitable for Meals on Wheels? A．Lucy, who prefers cooking. B．Linda, who likes drawing. C．Jack, who is fond of driving. D．Peter, who is good at playing football 3．Which would you choose if you want to learn some skills? A．A local food bank. B．A soup kitchen. C．Meals on Wheels. D．Habitat for Humanity. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章简要介绍了四项适合青少年参加的志愿者项目。 1．细节理解题。根据第一项活动“Food banks always welcome donations and new volunteers. They provide perfect volunteering opportunities for those who are interested in helping the homeless.(食品银行总是欢迎捐款和新的志愿者。他们为那些有兴趣帮助无家可归者的人提供了完美的志愿服务机会)”以及第二项活动“A soup kitchen is one of the places where the hungry can get free or affordable meals (usually soup and bread).Most soup kitchens run primarily on donations and the generosity of people.(施粥处是饥饿的人可以得到免费或负担得起的食物（通常是汤和面包）的地方之一。大多数施粥所主要靠捐款和人们的慷慨来运转)”可知，这两项活动的食物都是来自捐赠，即它们有相似的食物来源。故A项正确。 2．细节理解题。根据第三项活动的介绍“By volunteering for Meals on Wheels, your teen will deliver nutritious meals to the elderly or the disabled. It’s perfect for teens who have just received their driving license and love any reason to get behind the wheel!(通过“送餐上门”的志愿活动，你的孩子将为老人或残疾人提供有营养的饭菜。这对刚刚收到他们的驾驶执照和喜欢任何理由坐在方向盘后面的青少年是完美的！）”可知，Meals on Wheels这一项目主要是给老人和残疾人送餐，所以会开车是一个很大的优势。因此喜欢开车的Jack最适合Meals on Wheels。故C项正确。 3．细节理解题。根据第四项活动的介绍“Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to build or improve a place that someone could call home. Besides helping the community, your teen will learn valuable skills such as repairing, fundraising, painting, and building.(Habitat for Humanity的使命是建造或改善一个人们可以称之为家的地方。除了帮助社区，你的孩子还会学到有价值的技能，比如修理、筹款、绘画和建筑）”可知，在Habitat for Humanity这项活动中，青少年可以学到多种技能。故D项正确。 Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海建平中学·期中)70% of people pushing wheelchairs suffer from back injuries Introducing Ypush. The power-assisted, carer-friendly wheelchair that does the pushing for you! The amazing Ypush wheelchair is totally unique because it has been designed especially to help Carers. 70% of people pushing wheelchairs suffer from back strain or injury, and often the physical effort makes it impossible for people to get out and about. In many cases this can leave people stranded at home and unable to enjoy their usual activities. The award-winning Y push wheelchair solves this problem, and gives the Carer electric power and steering at the touch of a button, at any time— this is the only wheelchair in the world to operate in this way. The Y push really is a complete game changer and removes the effort of pushing, so you can travel around without any stress and worry, go to the places you really want to go, and enjoy activities together. Total independence and confidence for carers and occupants to make the most out of life. 1．The underlined word “stranded” most probably means ________ A．hurt B．controlled C．trapped D．protected 2．Which of the following statements about the wheelchair is TRUE? A．It is advanced because it releases the patients from tiredness. B．It can be activated when people scan its exclusive QR code. C．It should be fully charged before running on aeroplanes. D．It is powered at the push of a button with a long-life battery. 3．Which of the following might be the best title for the passage? A．All-electric wheelchairs across the UK B．The future of mobility is here C．Ypush, patient-friendly D．Scientific Innovation Award 2023 4．Where does this article mostly come from? A．A personal blog. B．A local newspaper. C．A book review. D．A scientific journal. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是应用文。主要介绍一款新型轮椅，它可以帮助推动者消除疲劳和受伤，方便出行。 1．词义猜测题。根据第二段第一句“70% of people pushing wheelchairs suffer from back strain or injury, and often the physical effort makes it impossible for people to get out and about. (70%的人推轮椅的人背部拉伤或受伤，经常体力劳动使人无法出去走动。)”可知，推轮椅的人经常被困在家里，画线词与trap“困住”意思相近。故选C 2．细节理解题。根据图片内容中的“The revolutionary Ypush gives the career instant power at the touch of a button.(革命性的Ypush只需按下一个按钮，护理人员就可以立即获得电力。)”可知，它由一个按下一个按钮的电源和一个长寿命电池供电，故选D。 3．主旨大意题。根据第一段内容“Introducing Ypush. The power-assisted, carer-friendly wheelchair that does the pushing for you!( 引入Ypush。助力轮椅，为您做推动！)”可知，主要介绍一款新型轮椅，它可以帮助推动者消除疲劳和受伤，方便出行，因此推断C项“Ypush，方便患者”为最佳标题。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段内容“Introducing Ypush. The power-assisted, carer-friendly wheelchair that does the pushing for you!( 引入Ypush。助力轮椅，为您做推动！)”可知，主要介绍一款新型轮椅，它可以帮助推动者消除疲劳和受伤，方便出行，因此推断这是一则广告，最有可能出现在当地报纸上。故选B。 Passage 3 (24-25高一上·上海同济大学第二附属中学·期中)Want to explore new cultures, meet new people and do something worthwhile at the same time? You can do all three with the Global Development Association (GDA). Whatever stage of life you’ re at, wherever you go and whatever project you do in GDA, you’ll create positive changes in poor and remote communities. We work with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Most of our volunteers are aged 17-24. Now we need volunteer managers aged 25-75. They are extremely important in the safe and effective running of our programs. We have such roles as project managers and communication officers. Depending on which role you choose, you could help to increase a community’s access to safe drinking water or help to protect valuable local cultures. You might also design an adventure challenge to train young volunteers. Not only will you help our young volunteers to develop personally, but you’ll also learn new skills and increase your cultural awareness. You may have chances to meet new people who’ll become your lifelong friends. This summer we have both 4-week and 7-week programs: Country Schedule 4-week programs 7-week programs Algeria 5 Jul.—I Aug. 20 Jun.—7 Aug. Egypt 24 Jul.—20 Aug. 19 Jun.—6 Aug. Kenya 20 Jul.—16 Aug. 18 Jun.—5 Aug. South Africa 2 Aug.—29 Aug. 15 Jun.—2 Aug. GDA ensures that volunteers work with community members and local project partners in places where our help is most needed. All of our projects are aimed at promoting the development of poor and remote communities. There is no other chance like a GDA programme. Join us as a volunteer manager to develop your own skills while bringing benefits to these communities. Find out more about joining a GDA programme: Website:www.glodeve.org Email:humanresources@glodeve.org 1．What is the main responsibility of volunteer managers? A．To seek local partners. B．To take in young volunteers. C．To carry out programs. D．To promote cultural awareness. 2．The shared goal of GDA’s projects is to ______ . A．explore new cultures B．help communities in need C．protect the environment D．receive corporate benefits 3．Where can you probably find this passage? A．On the website of American culture. B．In the social work section of a newspaper. C．On the leaflet of a travel agency. D．On the report of an international meeting. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，是招募一些志愿者管理者的广告，并阐述了志愿者管理者的主要职责。 1．细节理解题。根据第四段“Depending on which role you choose, you could help to increase a community’s access to safe drinking water or help to protect valuable local cultures. You might also design an adventure challenge to train young volunteers. (根据你选择的角色，你可以帮助增加一个社区获得安全饮用水的机会，或者帮助保护有价值的当地文化。你也可以设计一个冒险挑战来训练年轻的志愿者)”可知，志愿者经理的主要职责是执行项目计划。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“Whatever stage of life you’ re at, wherever you go and whatever project you do in GDA, you’ll create positive changes in poor and remote communities. (无论你处于人生的哪个阶段，无论你去哪里，无论你在GDA做什么项目，你都会为贫穷和偏远的社区带来积极的变化)”和表格下面一段中的“All of our projects are aimed at promoting the development- of poor and remote communities. (我们所有的项目都旨在促进贫困和偏远社区的发展)”可知，GDA项目的共同目标就是促进偏远贫穷区域的发展，即帮助有需要的社区。故选B。 3．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第三段“We work with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Most of our volunteers are aged 17-24. Now we need volunteer managers aged 25-75. They are extremely important in the safe and effective running of our programs. We have such roles as project managers and communication officers. (我们与所有年龄和背景的志愿者一起工作。我们的志愿者大多年龄在17-24岁之间。现在我们需要25-75岁的志愿者经理。它们对于安全有效地运行我们的程序非常重要。我们有项目经理和沟通官员这样的角色)”可知，本文是招募一些志愿者管理者的广告，因此可能在报纸的社会工作版上能发现这篇文章，故选B。 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高一上·上海复兴高级中学·期中) Home Laundry Automatic Dryer ProductFull Two Year Warranty Limited Five Year Warranty on Cabinet Warranty Provides for: FIRST TWO YEARS Amana will repair or replace any faulty part free of charge. THIRD THRU FIFTH YEARS Amana will provide a free replacement part for any cabinet which proves faulty due to rust. Warranty Limitations:·Warranty begins at date of original purchase. ·Applies only to product used within the United States or in Canada if product is approved by Canadian Standards Association when shipped from factory. ·Products used on a commercial or rental basis not covered by this warranty. ·Service must be performed by an Amana servicer. ·Adjustments covered during first year only. Owner's Responsibilities:·Provide sales receipt. ·Normal care and maintenance. ·Having the product reasonably accessible for service. ·Pay for service calls related to product installation or usage instructions. ·Pay for extra service costs, over normal service charges, if servicer is requested to perform service outside servicer's normal business hours. Warranty Does Not Cover It If:·Product has damage due to product alteration, connection to an improper electrical supply shipping and handling, accident, fire, floods, lightning or other conditions beyond the control of Amana. ·Product is improperly installed or applied. In no event shall Amana be responsible for consequential damages.* *This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have others which vary from state to state. For example, some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages,so this exclusion may not apply to you. 1．According to Warranty Limitations, a product can be under warranty if ________. A．shipped from a Canadian factory B．rented for home use C．repaired by the user himself D．used in the U.S.A． 2．According to Owner's Responsibilities, an owner has to pay for ________. A．the loss of the sales receipt B．a servicer's overtime work C．the product installation D．a mechanic's transportation 3．Which of the following is true according to the warranty? A．Consequential damages are excluded across America. B．A product damaged in a natural disaster is covered by the warranty. C．A faulty cabinet due to rust can be replaced free in the second year. D．Free repair is available for a product used improperly in the first year. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 【分析】本文为一篇应用文，介绍了一款家用洗衣自动烘干机产品的保修信息。 【详解】1.细节理解题。根据文章Warranty Limitations中关键句“Applies only to product used within the United States or in Canada if product is approved by Canadian Standards Association when shipped from factory.”（仅适用于在美国或加拿大境内使用的产品，前提是产品出厂时经加拿大标准协会批准）可知，只有在美国和加拿大境内使用的产品才能被保修。故选D项。 1.细节理解题。根据文章Owner's Responsibilities中关键句“Pay for extra service costs,over normal service charges, if servicer is requested to perform service outside servicer's normal business hours.”（如果服务商被要求在正常营业时间以外提供服务，应支付超出正常服务费的额外服务费用）可知，买家要为额外的工作时间付钱。故选B项。 2.细节理解题。根据文章Warranty Provides for下面的关键句“FIRST TWO YEARS Amana will repair or replace any faulty part free of charge. THIRD THRU FIFTH YEARS Amana will provide a free replacement part for any cabinet which proves faulty due to rust.”（前两年Amana将免费维修或更换任何有故障的部件。第三至第五年，Amana将为任何因生锈而出现故障的机柜提供免费更换零件）可知，由于生锈而出现故障的机柜可以在第二年免费更换。故选C项。 Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海浦东新区·期中） No, it’s not their shoe size. They read. At least two books a month. They’re also among the top 10 richest people in the world. And they’re not alone in their love for books, with 1, 200 other millionaires, who quote reading as a core part of their self-education. You knew that reading books makes your life better. It’s not even all about money, fame and success. It’s about becoming a more knowledgeable and valuable person. Additionally, reading helps you prevent stress and keep depression at bay, while enhancing your confidence, improving your decision-making, increasing your empathy and overall satisfaction with life. You know all the benefits of reading, so what’s stopping you from reading more books? Time! “I don’t have time to read.” Have you said those words before? You say it because... you have an incredibly demanding college degree to study for… your loved ones are sitting at home, counting on you to put food on the table… you are too occupied with work to open a book… But let’s imagine another reality for a second. What would your life look like if you read just two books every month? Would you finally… have what it takes to start that business? be a better parent? feel more fulfilled? Hold on to that vision for a second. If you want to make it a reality, this email course, Time 2 Read, will be your guide for the next 10 days. It’s free of charge and specifically designed to help you take time back, start building a daily reading habit and turn wanting to read into actual reading. Enter your email below to make time to read, start learning daily and become more valuable to the world. You’ll be sent 7 lessons via email over the next 10 days, starting right after you sign up here. Each email contains a story, a principle, and an experiment. Get started, and your reading life will never be the same! 1．Where does this passage probably come from? A．A leaflet publicizing a reading activity. B．A website promoting a reading course. C．A TV program advertising reading skills. D．A handbook providing reading materials. 2．Why does the author mention the four famous people at the beginning? A．To express his admiration for them. B．To indicate the importance of reading. C．To highlight their time management skills. D．To illustrate the success of the course. 3．Who are most likely to be interested in Time 2 Read? A．Those who are willing to read more but struggle with time. B．Those who are sick of making excuses to delay their life plans. C．Those who are eager to become a millionaire like the four guys. D．Those who are determined to be more and more self-disciplined. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要推荐了一个名为Time 2 Read的电子邮件阅读课程。 1．文章出处题。根据倒数第三段中的“If you want to make it a reality, this email course, Time 2 Read, will be your guide for the next 10 days.(如果你想让它成为现实，这门名为Time 2 Read的电子邮件课程将成为你未来10天的指南。)”和最后一段中的“You’ll be sent 7 lessons via email over the next 10 days, starting right after you sign up here.(在接下来的10天里，您将通过电子邮件收到7节课程，从您在这里注册后立即开始。)”可推知，这篇文章应该是出自一个推广阅读课程的网站。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据四位著名人物上方的标题“What do these 4 guys share that you don’t?(这4个人有什么共同点而你没有？)”和第一段“No, it’s not their shoe size.(不，不是他们的鞋码。)”以及第二段中的“They read.(他们读书。)”可知，文章在开头通过提问的方式引出这四位著名人物都爱阅读，再结合第三段内容“You knew that reading books makes your life better. It’s not even all about money, fame and success. It’s about becoming a more knowledgeable and valuable person. Additionally, reading helps you prevent stress and keep depression at bay, while enhancing your confidence, improving your decision-making, increasing your empathy and overall satisfaction with life.(你知道读书会让你的生活变得更好。这甚至与金钱、名声和成功无关。这是关于成为一个知识渊博、更有价值的人。此外，阅读有助于你防止压力，抑制抑郁，同时增强你的信心，改善你的决策，提高你的同理心和对生活的总体满意度。)”可推测出，作者这么做是为了引出阅读的重要性。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“You know all the benefits of reading, so what’s stopping you from reading more books?(你知道阅读的所有好处，那么是什么阻止你读更多的书呢？)”、第五段“Time!(时间！)”、第六段“I don’t have time to read.(我没有时间看书。)”、倒数第三段中的“It’s free of charge and specifically designed to help you take time back, start building a daily reading habit and turn wanting to read into actual reading.(它是免费的，专门用于帮助你抽出时间，开始养成日常阅读习惯，并将想要阅读转化为实际阅读。)”可知，你明白阅读有好处，但因为没有时间而不去阅读，Time 2 Read的电子邮件课程不仅免费，而且专门可以帮助你抽出时间阅读，让你养成阅读习惯。由此可推测出，那些想要阅读但没时间的人有可能对该课程感兴趣。故选A。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (23-24高三上·上海建平中学·期中)Most of us have an irrational fear or habit. Famous folks often seem to go one step further. VERY Superstitious Benjamin Franklin AN ODD MORNING RITUAL Author, inventor, diplomat, and scientist Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790) believed that air baths had a particular effect. Before he started his workday, Franklin would sit without any clothes on for up to an hour in front of an open window on the first floor of his building. He wrote that the shock of cold water was too violent for him and it was more agreeable for him to bathe in cold air. Franklin would either read or write during his “bath”. ① John Steinbeck THE RIGHT WAY TO WRITE John Steinbeck (1902 - 1968) wrote the first drafts of The Grapes off Wrath, East of Eden, Of Mice and Men, and most every other one of his books the same way—by hand and in pencil. And he was very particular about his pencils, requiring perfectly sharpened Black-wing 602s. John Wayne A TEN-GALLON PHOBIA Although John Wayne (1907 - 1979) often wore a hat on his head in his films, his temper would suddenly become angry if anyone left a hat on top of a bed. According to his daughter, Wayne was deeply superstitious and subscribed to the not-uncommon fear that a hat on a bed was a sign of bad luck. ② Lucille Ball FEATHERED FOE On the day that three-year-old Lucille Ball's father died, a bird flew into her home and became trapped. Shocked by the events, she developed a lifelong bird hatred. The actor (1911 - 1989) even refused to stay in hotels that had pictures of birds on the walls. ③ Gustav Mahler BEWARE NUMBER NINE Composer Gustav Mahler (1860 - 1911) thought he could cheat death by not naming his ninth symphony by number. This was became several composers, including Beethoven and Schubert, had died after completing their ninth symphonies. So Mahler called his ninth The Song of the Earth - and it worked, in a sense. He lived long enough to write most of his tenth symphony, though he died before it was performed. Michael Jordan UNIFORM REDESIGNER Michael Jordan (1963 - ) reportedly began the trendsetting change from mid-thigh basketball shorts to longer ones as a way of covering up a pair of University of North Carolina shorts, which he wore for good luck under his Chicago Bulls uniform. Charles Dickens DREAM CATCHER Author Charles Dickens (1812 - 1870) carried a navigational compass with him at all times and always faced north when he slept. He believed it improved his creativity and writing. ④ 1．________ kept an irrational habit in order to improve their work. A．Benjamin Franklin and Gustav Mahler B．Benjamin Franklin and Charles Dickens C．Gustav Mahler and Charles Dickens D．Lucille Ball and Gustav Mahler 2．Which of the following statements is TRUE? A．A sharpened pencil was a necessity for John Steinbeck to improve his creativity. B．Gustav Mahler refused to finish his ninth symphony to avoid bad luck. C．Both Lucille Ball and John Wayne were afraid to certain stuff. D．Michael Jordan wore two pairs of basketball shorts in a match. 3．Which of the following arrangements of the illustrations best fits the boxes numbered ①, ②, ③, ④? A．d-b-a-c B．a-b-d-c C．d-c-a-b D．b-c-d-a 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了七位名人一些不合逻辑的恐惧或习惯。 1．细节理解题。根据Benjamin Franklin部分中“Author, inventor, diplomat, and scientist Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790) believed that air baths had a particular effect. Before he started his workday, Franklin would sit without any clothes on for up to an hour in front of an open window on the first floor of his building.(作家、发明家、外交家和科学家本杰明·富兰克林（1706—1790）认为空气浴有特殊的效果。在他开始工作之前，富兰克林会赤身裸体地坐在一楼的一扇开着的窗户前长达一个小时)”以及最后一段“Author Charles Dickens (1812 - 1870) carried a navigational compass with him at all times and always faced north when he slept. He believed it improved his creativity and writing. (作家查尔斯·狄更斯（1812—1870）总是随身携带指南针，睡觉时总是面朝北。他认为这提高了他的创造力和写作能力)”可知，本杰明·富兰克林和查尔斯·狄更斯为了提高他们的工作，保持着一种不合逻辑的习惯。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Michael Jordan (1963 - ) reportedly began the trendsetting change from mid-thigh basketball shorts to longer ones as a way of covering up a pair of University of North Carolina shorts, which he wore for good luck under his Chicago Bulls uniform.(据报道，迈克尔·乔丹（1963—）开创了这股潮流，为了遮住北卡罗莱纳大学的篮球短裤，他把篮球短裤穿在芝加哥公牛队的队服下以求好运，从中大篮球短裤改穿较长的篮球短裤)”可知，D选项“迈克尔·乔丹在一场比赛中穿了两条篮球短裤”正确。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据Benjamin Franklin部分中“Author, inventor, diplomat, and scientist Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790) believed that air baths had a particular effect. Before he started his workday. Franklin would sit without any clothes on for up to an hour in front of an open window on the first floor of his building.(作家、发明家、外交家和科学家本杰明·富兰克林（1706—1790）认为空气浴有特殊的效果。在他开始工作之前。富兰克林会赤身裸体地坐在一楼的一扇开着的窗户前长达一个小时)”可知，d最符合Benjamin Franklin的描述；根据John Wayne部分中“Although John Wayne (1907 - 1979) often wore a hat on his head in his films, his temper would suddenly become angry if anyone left a hat on top of a bed. According to his daughter, Wayne was deeply superstitious and subscribed to the not-uncommon fear that a hat on a bed was a sign of bad luck.(尽管约翰·韦恩（1907 - 1979）在他的电影中经常戴着一顶帽子，但如果有人把帽子落在床上，他就会突然发火。据他的女儿说，韦恩非常迷信，并认为把帽子放在床上是坏运气的象征)”可知，c最符合John Wayne；根据Lucille Ball部分中“On the day that three-year-old Lucille Ball's father died, a bird flew into her home and became trapped. Shocked by the events, she developed a lifelong bird hatred. The actor (1911 - 1989) even refused to stay in hotels that had pictures of birds on the walls.(在三岁的露西尔·鲍尔的父亲去世的那天，一只鸟飞进了她的家，被困住了。被这些事件震惊后，她对鸟类产生了终生的仇恨。这位演员（1911 - 1989）甚至拒绝住墙上有鸟画的酒店)”可知，a最符合Lucille Ball以及最后一段“Author Charles Dickens (1812 - 1870) carried a navigational compass with him at all times and always faced north when he slept. He believed it improved his creativity and writing. (作家查尔斯·狄更斯（1812—1870）总是随身携带指南针，睡觉时总是面朝北。他认为这提高了他的创造力和写作能力)”可知，b最符合Charles Dickens。可知，d-c-a-b排序最适合。故选C。 Passage 2 (24-25高一上·上海黄浦区·期中)Must-See Destinations in 2024 Are you ready to explore the world in 2024? Whether you dream of sailing down famous European rivers or exploring unique places, our list of must-see destinations is here to inspire your travels.Spain Throw yourself into the rich culture and history of Spain. From the sunny beaches of Tenerife to the Moorish architecture (建筑物) of Andalucía, there’s so much to explore in this lively country. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) city of La Laguna and become amazed at the beauty of Cordoba, Seville, and La Alhambra, or relax on a beach holiday to Majorca or Tenerife. Montenegro Despite its size, Montenegro has beautiful beaches, rich history, and a breathtaking channel. Experience the beauty of the Montenegrin coast — Dalmatia’s jewel (宝石) is the UNESCO World Heritage listed oasis of Dubrovnik, famously praised by Lord Bryon as The Pearl of the Adriatic. Croatia Discover the beauty that is Dubrovnik. Explore the 16th-century city’s defensive walls and red-roofed buildings. Sail along Croatia’s Adriatic Coast, where attractive villages and beautiful towns like Pula, Rovinj, and Poreč are just waiting to be explored...South Africa Explore the wonders of South Africa, from the Garden Route’s nature reserves to the thrill of a Safari drive in the Kariega Game Reserve. Discover the different plants and animals while searching for the “Big Five” on an unforgettable South Africa holiday. With over 25 years of experience creating holidays for the curious, Travel Department ensures that your journey is in good hands. Plus as a trusted Reader’s Digest Travel partner, you can get special deals when you travel with them across lots of different 2024 holidays. If you want to know more information, please click here. 1．What do Spain and Montenegro have in common? A．They are both praised by tourists. B．They both have world heritage cities. C．They are known for their architectures. D．They both own beaches and rich history. 2．Which destination will attract people who are interested in creatures? A．Spain. B．South Africa. C．Montenegro. D．Croatia. 3．Where is this text most likely from? A．A website. B．A guidebook. C．A novel. D．A magazine. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了2024年必去旅行目的地：西班牙、黑山、克罗地亚和南非。 1．细节理解题。根据Spain部分中“Throw yourself into the rich culture and history of Spain. From the sunny beaches of Tenerife to the Moorish architecture (建筑物) of Andalucía, there’s so much to explore in this lively country.(让自己沉浸在西班牙丰富的文化和历史中。从特内里费岛阳光明媚的海滩到Andalucía的摩尔式建筑，这个充满活力的国家有很多值得探索的地方。)”以及Montenegro部分中“Despite its size, Montenegro has beautiful beaches, rich history, and a breathtaking channel. (尽管面积不大，黑山拥有美丽的海滩、丰富的历史和令人惊叹的海峡。)”可知，它们都拥有海滩和丰富的历史。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据South Africa部分中“Discover the different plants and animals while searching for the “Big Five” on an unforgettable South Africa holiday.(探索不同的植物和动物，同时寻找“五大”在一个难忘的南非假期。)”可知，对生物感兴趣的人可以来南非旅游。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“ If you want to know more information, please click here.( 如果您想了解更多信息，请点击这里。)”可知，本文出自于网站。故选A。 Passage 3 (24-25高一上·上海外国语大学附属外国语学校松江云间中学·期中) Home/Tours/China Packages/Beijing BJ28: 3 Days Private Beijing City Tour including Hotel From $419 per Free Inquiry We Guarantee 100% No Shopping Stops! Itinerary Tour Prices Price Includes Day 1 Arrival in Beijing, Visit Hutong Alleys (胡同小巷) According to your flight schedule, your guide and driver will pick you up at the airport today. After greetings, we will drive to the hotel in about one hour. If time permits, we will arrange for you a Hutong tour by rickshaw to explore the old, traditional alleys of Beijing. There are some workshops, bars and restaurants in Hutongs and all these will give you a better understanding of the special Hutong culture. What’s more, we will also pay a visit to a local family living in one of the old-style folk yards, rickshaw riding in old Hutongs where you will not only se how a typical local family lives, but also learn about the Chinese folk customs. Day 2 Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden city, Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird’s Nest The first stop of today’s Beijing city tour is the Tiananmen Square. Located in the center of Beijing, it has become the symbol of the city, and even China. Walking north through the square, we will come to the Forbidden City. With over 70 palaces and 9000 rooms, it is the world’s largest and most complete ancient wooden architectural complex (建筑群). In the afternoon, we will continue to visit the Mutianyu Great Wall, which is one of the most famous and best-preserved Great Wall sections. Upon arrival, you will be certainly attracted by its breathtaking landscape. On the way back, we will pas by the Bird’s Nest, also known as the Olympic National Stadium. We will make a brief stop there for you to take some pictures of this magnificent building. Day 3 Visit Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Today’s city tour of Beijing will begin with a visit to the Temple of Heaven where the royal ceremonies to pray for good harvest were held in ancient times. Nowadays, it has developed into a popular park where many local people do exercise, play chess, fly kites, dance and have fun. Then, your guide will accompany you to visit the Summer Palace, a large and well-preserved royal garden. You will have a great time to enjoy the wonderful scenery and historical sites inside. At the end of the tour, we will accompany you to the airport according to the flight schedule. Hope you enjoy travelling with us! 1．What kind of people will most probably take part in this tour? People who ______. A．like to do shopping in China B．eager to visit natural wonders C．are curious about Chinese culture D．favor Chinese literature and arts 2．According to the passage, the word “rickshaw” in Para. 2 probably means ______. A．a large vehicle that is used to transport goods B．a spacious motor vehicle with much room for passengers C．a luxurious vehicle with two wheel is driven by an engine D．a small vehicle pulled by human to carry one or two passengers 3．According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE? A．The arrangement of a Hutong tour depends on the time. B．The locals often hold ceremonies in the Temple of Heaven. C．The Forbidden City is famous for its old-style folk yards. D．A tour of the inside of the Bird’s Nest is arranged on Day 2. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 【导语】这是一篇应用文。主要介绍了北京自由行的相关信息。 1．细节理解题。根据文章“We Guarantee 100% No Shopping Stops!(我们保证绝对没有购物活动！)”以及“Day 1 Arrival in Beijing, Visit Hutong Alleys (胡同小巷)(第一天，到达北京，参观胡同)”，“Day 2 Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden city, Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird’s Nest(第二天，参观天安门广场，慕田峪长城和鸟巢)”以及“Day 3 Visit Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace(第三天，参观天坛和颐和园)”可知，对中国文化有兴趣的人可能愿意选择这个旅行计划。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据Day 1 Arrival in Beijing, Visit Hutong Alleys (胡同小巷)第二段“If time permits, we will arrange for you a Hutong tour by rickshaw to explore the old, traditional alleys of Beijing.(如果时间允许的话，我们将安排坐rickshaw游览胡同，感受北京的古老和传统的巷子。)”可知，能够让游人乘坐且游览北京的胡同的是人力车，所以rickshaw指的是一种由人拉的小型车辆，可载一或两名乘客。故选D。 3．细节理解题。 根据Day 1 Arrival in Beijing, Visit Hutong Alleys (胡同小巷)部分第二段“If time permits, we will arrange for you a Hutong tour by rickshaw to explore the old, traditional alleys of Beijing.(如果时间允许的话，我们将安排坐人力车游览胡同，感受北京的古老和传统的巷子。)”可知，游览胡同要看时间安排是否合适。故选A。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $