考前押题04 阅读理解之应用文、记叙文&说明文必刷15题（期中专项训练）高二英语上学期人教版

考前押题04 阅读理解之应用文、记叙文&说明文必刷15题 （期中专项训练） 考点1 应用文 考点2 记叙文 考点3 说明文 考点1 应用文 Passage 1 （24-25高二上·湖南怀化·期中）Four Treasures of the Study Brushes The brush, made from animal hair, is the tool bringing life to the paper. From delicate lines to bold brushstrokes, the brush is the medium through which the artist’s emotions and techniques flow onto the paper, creating elegant works of art. The most famous brush, the “Huzhou Brush”, is produced in Huzhou, Zhejiang Province. Ink Traditional Chinese ink comes in solid sticks. To produce liquid ink, one grinds(磨)the inkstick against an inkstone with water. The act of grinding symbolizes patience and dedication highly valued in Chinese culture. High-quality ink, originally black but now available in various colors, is most famously produced in Huizhou, Anhui Province. Paper Chinese paper, especially the ancient rice paper, made from sandalwood bark and rice straw, absorbs ink smoothly without bleeding. The paper serves as a canvas for not only artistic efforts but also documentation, making it a vital component in the preservation of history and culture. “Xuan Paper”, the best paper for writing, is made in Xuanzhou, Anhui Province. Inkstones Inkstones, used for grinding ink, were originally simple pottery tools. Later, they became artistic objects carved from stone that reflect the taste and status of their owners. The choice of inkstone is crucial as it can affect the quality and texture of the ink, further enhancing the artistic expression in calligraphy and painting. The most famous inkstone, “Duan Inkstone”, is produced in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province. With these treasures, Chinese people created unique styles of calligraphy and painting, establishing a distinctive expression system. Today, they continue to inspire artists worldwide, bridging tradition and modernity. 1．Why is grinding ink considered meaningful in Chinese culture? A．Because it is a difficult process. B．Because it produces ink in various colors. C．Because it requires a high-quality inkstone. D．Because it reflects valued morals in China. 2．What can we learn about the Four Treasures of the Study? A．The brush is made from bark. B．Ink is only produced in Huizhou. C．“Xuan Paper” is the best paper for writing. D．Inkstones were originally carved objects. 3．Which column in a paper might the passage come from? A．Technology. B．Travel. C．Lifestyle. D．Culture. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．D 【导语】这是一篇应用文。主要介绍文房四宝的特点、产地及文化意义。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“The act of grinding symbolizes patience and dedication highly valued in Chinese culture.(研磨这一动作象征着在中国文化中备受推崇的耐心和奉献精神)”可知，在中华文化中研磨墨汁被视为有意义的行为是因为这体现了中国所崇尚的道德观念。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段““Xuan Paper”, the best paper for writing, is made in Xuanzhou, Anhui Province.(“宣纸”是用于书写的最佳纸张，产于安徽省宣州市)”可知，“宣纸”是用于书写的最佳纸张。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据标题“Four Treasures of the Study(文房四宝)”以及最后一段“With these treasures, Chinese people created unique styles of calligraphy and painting, establishing a distinctive expression system. Today, they continue to inspire artists worldwide, bridging tradition and modernity.(凭借这些珍贵的文物，中国人创造了独具特色的书法和绘画风格，构建了一套独特的表达体系。如今，它们继续激励着世界各地的艺术家，将传统与现代完美融合)”结合文章主要介绍文房四宝的特点、产地及文化意义。可知，文章选自“文化”专栏。故选D。 Passage 2 （23-24高二上·湖北荆州·期中）Online Events Virtual Book Tasting Need a new book for the month? Then come and get a taste of a variety of new and popular books from our librarians that are in our collection! This event will take place over Google Meet. Registration begins at 9 am, October 28. Date and Time: 3 pm, November 23 Host: Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library, online only Audience: teachers, teens/young adults Lunchtime Virtual Handwriting Den When was the last time you sent a thank-you note to a beloved one? Come and put pen to paper. Write, chat, and share (not required but encouraged) in a safe, welcoming, and friendly environment. Date and Time: 1 pm, November 30 Host: Muhlenberg Community Library, online only Audience: adults Family Storytime Join the staff at Fort Washington Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes,and favorite read-aloud books. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program. Date and Time: 10: 30 am, December 7 Host: Fort Washington Library, online only Audience: children, infants (0-18 months old), toddlers (18-36 months old), preschoolers (3-5 years old) Teen Book Discussion: Sports Books Come and hear about books about your favorite sports and tell us about yours. This event will take place over Google Meet. You must register with your email address to receive the link, approximately one day before the program, to participate. Date and Time: 3: 30 pm, December 8 Host: Pelham Public Library, online only Audience: teens/young adults *Please note: For all events, registration is required online. 4．Who can attend Lunchtime Virtual Handwriting Den? A．Children. B．Toddlers. C．Adults. D．Teens. 5．Which library offers an event about sports books? A．Pelham Public Library. B．Muhlenberg Community Library. C．Fort Washington Library. D．Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library. 6．What do the four events have in common? A．They encourage personal experience. B．They take place in the afternoon. C．They are about telling stories. D．They need online registration. 【答案】4．C 5．A 6．D 【导语】本文是应用文。介绍了四件网络在线活动。 4．细节理解题。根据小标题Lunchtime Virtual Handwriting Den下的“Audience: adults(观众：成人)”可知，成年人可以参加Lunchtime Virtual Handwriting Den。故选C项。 5．细节理解题。根据小标题Teen Book Discussion: Sports Books下的“Come and hear about books about your favorite sports and tell us about yours.(来听听关于你最喜欢的运动的书，并告诉我们你的)”可知，Teen Book Discussion: Sports Books活动是关于体育书籍的活动，再根据后文“Host: Pelham Public Library, online only(主办方：Pelham Public Library，仅限在线)”可知，Pelham Public Library是有关于体育书籍的活动。故选A项。 6．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Please note: For all events, registration is required online.(请注意：所有活动都需要在线注册)”可知，这四个活动的共同之处是都需要在线注册。故选D项。 Passage 3 （21-22高二上·安徽芜湖·期中） Amazon Editors’ Top Picks for the Best Books of July In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, the author Sean Covey tells teenagers the 7 habits teenagers should have. He also talks about the problems they will face. Covey provides a step-by-step guide to help teens improve themselves, build friendships, achieve their goals, get along with their parents, and much more. Also, this book is full of cartoons, clever ideas, and great stories about real teens from all over the world. Price: $23.74 Do you want to stop forgetting appointments, birthdays, and other important dates? Work more efficiently at your job? Study less and get better grades? The good news is that they’re all possible. Your Memory will help improve your memory abilities. Dr Higbee shows how simple skills can be used in your everyday life to improve your memory. He also shows how you can use them to learn foreign languages faster. Price: $12.58 Breakthrough Rapid Reading, written by the former National Director of Education for Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics Peter Kump, introduces the do-it-yourself program for increasing your reading speed. This book gives skills that can be learned at home with the help of the exercises provided. Price: $13.82 If you’ve ever looked for a job, applied to college or guided your child into a kindergarten, you’ve taken part in a kind of market. Most of the study of economics deals with commodity (商品) markets, where the prices of goods connect sellers and buyers. But what about other kinds of “goods” like a position at Google? This is a matching (匹配) market, where “sellers” and “buyers” must choose each other. In this book, Roth shows how to recognize a good match and make smart decisions. Price: $19.01 7．The book Your Memory is intended for those who ______ A．like reading stories B．want to have better memory C．need to make friends in the office D．try to get along well with their parents 8．The book written by Peter Kump is to help readers ______. A．read faster B．keep healthy C．know how to take exercise D．become good at doing housework 9．If you want to find a good job, you should buy the book written by  ______. A．Sean Covey B．Kenneth L. Higbee Ph. C．Peter Kump D．Alvin E. Roth 【答案】7．B 8．A 9．D 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了亚马逊编辑评选的7月最佳书籍。 7．细节理解题。根据第二部分中的“Your Memory will help improve your memory abilities.(Your Memory将有助于提高你的记忆能力)”可知，Your Memory这本书是为那些想要更好记忆的人而写的。故选B。 8．细节理解题。根据第三部分中的“Breakthrough Rapid Reading, written by the former National Director of Education for Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics Peter Kump, introduces the do-it-yourself program for increasing your reading speed.(Breakthrough Rapid Reading由Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics前国家教育总监Peter Kump撰写，介绍了自己动手提高阅读速度的计划)”可知，Peter Kump写的这本书是为了帮助读者更快地阅读。故选A。 9．细节理解题。根据最后一部分中的“If you’ve ever looked for a job, applied to college or guided your child into a kindergarten, you’ve taken part in a kind of market.(如果你曾经找过工作，申请过大学，或者把你的孩子送进幼儿园，你就已经参与了某种市场)”和“But what about other kinds of “goods” like a position at Google? This is a matching (匹配) market, where “sellers” and “buyers” must choose each other. In this book, Roth shows how to recognize a good match and make smart decisions.(但是其他种类的“商品”呢，比如谷歌的职位呢？这是一个匹配的市场，“卖家”和“买家”必须相互选择。在这本书中，罗斯展示了如何识别一个好的匹配并做出明智的决定。)”可知，如果你想找到一份好工作，你应该买一本Alvin E. Roth写的书。故选D。 Passage 4 （24-25高二上·山东·期中） Every year, state parks draw countless visitors. Here are four top picks according to The State Park Association. Big Bend State Park   Established in 1961, Big Bend State Park is known for its dramatic desert landscapes and rugged mountains. The park offers a variety of hiking trails that weave through canyons and along rivers, such as the popular River Trail. Visitors can also enjoy the clear sky and stars, thanks to the park’s recognition as an International Dark Sky Park. Lake Superior State Park   Founded in 1973, Lake Superior State Park is a haven for water sports enthusiasts. With its vast shoreline, the park provides opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing. The Visitor Center offers guided nature walks and educational programs about the park’s unique marine ecosystems, perfect for families wanting to learn more about the local environment. Prairie State Park   Established in 1966, Prairie State Park preserves a rare remains of tall grass prairie that once covered vast portions of the United States. Visitors can explore the rich diversity of plants and wildlife through the park’s network of trails, including the scenic Buffalo Trail. Seasonal events, such as wildflower walks and cattle-viewing tours, offer additional insights into this unique ecosystem. Canyonlands State Park   Set up in 1975, Canyonlands State Park is famous for its striking rock formations and deep canyons. Adventurous visitors can go on challenging hikes or enjoy mountain biking along rugged paths. The park also features archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into the area’s ancient cultures. Guided tours and interpretive displays help visitors appreciate the history and geology of this stunning region. 10．Which park is suitable for astronomy fans? A．Big Bend State Park. B．Lake Superior State Park. C．Prairie State Park. D．Canyonlands State Park. 11．What activity can visitors enjoy at Lake Superior State Park? A．Viewing cattle. B．Watching stars. C．Mountain biking. D．Enjoying Fishing. 12．What do the four national parks have in common? A．They offer water activities. B．They have unique ecosystems. C．They feature archaeological sites. D．They provide educational programs. 【答案】10．A 11．D 12．B 【导语】本文为一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个州立公园。 10．细节理解题。根据文章Big Bend State Park部分“Visitors can also enjoy the clear sky and stars, thanks to the park’s recognition as an International Dark Sky Park.(因为这个公园被认作国际黑暗天空公园，因此游客也可以欣赏晴朗的天空和星星)”可知，Big Bend State Park特别适合天文爱好者，可以欣赏天空和星星。故选A。 11．细节理解题。根据文章Lake Superior State Park部分“With its vast shoreline, the park provides opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing.(有着广阔的海岸线，这个公园提供了游泳、划船和钓鱼的机会)”可知，游客在Lake Superior State Park可以享受钓鱼活动，故选D。 12．细节理解题。根据文章Big Bend State Park部分“Established in 1961, Big Bend State Park is known for its dramatic desert landscapes and rugged mountains.(建于1961年，Big Bend State Park以它惊人的沙漠景观和崎岖的山峦而著名)”、 Lake Superior State Park部分“With its vast shoreline, the park provides opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing. The Visitor Center offers guided nature walks and educational programs about the park’s unique marine ecosystems, perfect for families wanting to learn more about the local environment.(凭借其广阔的海岸线，该公园为游泳、划船和钓鱼提供了机会。游客中心提供有导游的自然漫步和关于公园独特的海洋生态系统的教育项目，非常适合想要了解更多当地环境的家庭)”、 Prairie State Park部分“Established in 1966, Prairie State Park preserves a rare remains of tall grass prairie that once covered vast portions of the United States.( Prairie State Park公园成立于1966年，保留了曾经覆盖美国大部分地区的罕见高原草原遗迹)”和Canyonlands State Park部分“Set up in 1975, Canyonlands State Park is famous for its striking rock formations and deep canyons.(建于 1975年，Canyonlands State Park以其引人注目的岩层和深邃的峡谷而闻名)”可知，四个国家公园都有各自独特的生态系统。Big Bend State Park有沙漠景观和山脉；Lake Superior State Park有广阔的海岸线和海洋生态系统；Prairie State Park保留了高草草原的稀有遗迹；Canyonlands State Park以其岩石形态和深峡谷而闻名。这些描述表明它们都拥有多样化的生态系统。故选B。 Passage 5 （20-21高二上·江苏淮安·期中）Guide to Stockholm University Library Our library offers different types of studying places and provides a good studying environment. Zones The library is divided into different zones. The upper floor is a quiet zone with over a thousand places for silent reading, and places where you can sit and work with your own computer. The reading places consist mostly of tables and chairs. The ground floor is the zone where you can talk. Here you can find sofas and armchairs for group work. Computers You can use your own computer to connect to the Wi-Fi specially prepared for notebook computers, you can also use library computers, which contain the most commonly used applications, such as Microsoft Office. They are situated in the area known as the Experimental Field on the ground floor. Group-study places If you want to discuss freely without disturbing others, you can book a study room or sit at a table on the ground floor. Some study rooms are for 2-3 people and others can hold up to 6-8 people. All rooms are marked on the library maps. There are 40 group-study rooms that must be booked via the website. To book, you need an active University account and a valid University card. You can use a room three hours per day, nine hours at most per week. Storage of Study Material The library has lockers for students to store course literature, When you have obtained at least 40 credits(学分),you may rent a locker and pay 400 SEK for a year’s rental period. Rules to be Followed Mobile phone conversations are not permitted anywhere in the library. Keep your phone on silent as if you were in a lecture and exit the library if you need to receive calls. Please note that food and fruit are forbidden in the library, but you are allowed to have drinks and sweets with you. 13．The library’s upper floor is mainly for students to . A．read in a quiet place B．have group discussions C．take comfortable seats D．get their computers fixed 14．A student can rent a locker in the library if he ___________. A．can afford the rental fee B．attends certain courses C．has nowhere to put his books D．has earned the required credits 15．What should NOT be brought into the library? A．Mobile phones B．Sandwiches C．Candy D．Orange juice 【答案】13．A 14．D 15．B 【分析】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了Stockholm University Library这个图书馆的一些情况。 【详解】1.细节理解题。根据第二段“The upper floor is a quiet zone with over a thousand places for silent reading, and places where you can sit and work with your own computer.”楼上是一个安静的区域，有超过一千个安静阅读的地方，你可以坐在这里用你自己的电脑工作。可知，上面的楼层是供学生学习的地方选项A符合文意。故选A。 2.细节理解题。根据文章第六段中“When you have obtained at least 40 credits，you may rent a locker and pay 400 SEK for a year’s rental period”当你至少获得40个学分时，你可以租一个储物柜，并每年支付400瑞士克朗。可知，如果获得要求的学分，学生可以租一个储物小柜。故选D。 3.细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Please note that food and fruit are forbidden in the library”请注意图书馆不允许带食物和水果。可知，三文治是不被允许带进图书馆的，故选B。 考点2 记叙文 Passage 1 （22-23高二上·辽宁大连·期中）Cyndi Decker, a schoolteacher in Florida, had recently taken an art class and made a painting of a huge white bird called an egret (白鹭). Her proud son posted a photograph of Decker on Reddit, shyly holding her painting. Below it he wrote, “My mom painted this and said no one would like it.“ Then Kristoffer Zetterstrand, an artist in Sweden, saw the photo, deciding to pay respect to the teacher by painting Decker holding her painting. He even captured the shy look on her face. Zetterstrand photographed himself holding his painting of Decker holding her painting. He posted the image on Reddit. The caption for his photograph is “I painted somebody’s mom.” Two days later, Amer, a student in Canada, painted a picture of Zetterstrand holding his painting of Decker holding her painting. Her caption read, “I painted the guy who painted the other guy’s mom.” The artist Vince Law was the next to join in. The caption for his photo of his painting is “I painted the girl who painted the guy who painted the other guy’s mom who painted an egret.” Artist Travis Simpson continued the fun. And it happened again and again and again! By this time, more than one million people had seen the paintings and pictures of paintings on a number of social media websites. Many artists around the world jumped into the process, many at the same time. “I was in fear I was going to read a lot of hateful comments. You all have proven me so wrong. I’m assuming most of you could be my kids, and you all get an unjust accusation in this world. You all are caring and a ton of fun! Thanks for uplifting me! You all have inspired me instead,” she wrote on Reddit. 1．How did people join in the painting? A．By painting the same bird. B．By means of sharing painting process. C．By organizing voluntary painters on the Internet. D．By painting the photo posted by the previous painter. 2．Which of the following best describes these participants? A．Considerate and entertaining. B．Ambitious and patient. C．Demanding and stubborn. D．Caring and funny. 3．What can be learned from Decker’s words? A．She was afraid of her painting skill. B．Most of kids like non-photorealistic art form. C．There exists language violence on the Internet. D．She was instructed by the professionals. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．The Social Media Changed a Woman Art-lover. B．One Painting Started a Worldwide Painting Party. C．How the Painters Reacted to a Kid’s Hope. D．How a Woman Won the Respect of People. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。儿子拿着他妈妈的画的照片在网上被Zetterstrand看到，所以Zetterstrand就画了拿着妈妈画的画的儿子，然后拍照上传到网上，很多人纷纷效仿，所以这是由一幅画引起的一场世界性的绘画派对。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段的“Zetterstrand photographed himself holding his painting of Decker holding her painting. He posted the image on Reddit. The caption for his photograph is “I painted somebody’s mom.” Two days later, Amer, a student in Canada, painted a picture of Zetterstrand holding his painting of Decker holding her painting. Her caption read, “I painted the guy who painted the other guy’s mom.” The artist Vince Law was the next to join in. The caption for his photo of his painting is “I painted the girl who painted the guy who painted the other guy’s mom who painted an egret.” Artist Travis Simpson continued the fun.(Zetterstrand拍下了他拿着自己画的德克尔拿着她的画的照片。他在Reddit上发布了这张照片。他的照片的标题是“我画了某人的妈妈。”两天后，加拿大的一名学生Amer画了一幅Zetterstrand拿着他画的Decker拿着她的画的照片。她的配文是:“我画了画别人妈妈的人。”艺术家文斯·劳是下一个加入的人。他的画的照片的标题是“我画了一个女孩，这个女孩画了一个男人，这个男人画了另一个男人画白鹭的妈妈。”艺术家特拉维斯·辛普森继续着他的乐趣)”以及第三段“And it happened again and again and again! (这种事一次又一次地发生！)”可知，人们是通过画前一个画家张贴的照片加入到绘画中来的。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据末段倒数第三句“You all are caring and a ton of fun! (你们都很有体贴，也很有趣！)”可知，参与到画画的人是体贴又有趣的。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据末段首句“I was in fear I was going to read a lot of hateful comments. (我担心自己会看到很多充满仇恨的评论。)”可知，德克尔的话中隐含了网络上存在语言暴力。故选C。 4．标题判断题。根据第二段第三句“Zetterstrand photographed himself holding his painting of Decker holding her painting. (Zetterstrand拍下了他拿着自己画的德克尔拿着她的画的照片。)”以及第三段“And it happened again and again and again! (这种事一次又一次地发生！)”可知，儿子拿着他妈妈的画的照片在网上被Zetterstrand看到，所以Zetterstrand就画了拿着妈妈画的画的儿子，然后拍照上传到网上，很多人纷纷效仿，所以这是由一幅画引起的一场世界性的绘画派对。因此“One Painting Started a Worldwide Painting Party.(一幅画开启了一场世界性的绘画派对)”适合作为本文的最佳标题。故选B。 Passage 2 （22-23高二上·贵州铜仁·期中）Former Disney child star Jennifer McGill recently shared how, after her mother passed away, she went through an extremely dark period in her life. Jennifer was born ready for the stage. She grew up in a loving home in Texas. And by age 7, she begged her mom to let her enter contests. Jennifer’s mom was uncertain. But seeing her daughter’s high energy and unshakable love of the stage, she finally supported her daughter’s wish. Jennifer won many contests, and soon her parents were advised to have her audition (试演) for The New Mickey Mouse Club, a Disney show. Jennifer tried out and landed her dream job. Many of Jennifer’s co­stars on the show went on to run after their careers. But after many years as a Disney child star, Jennifer didn’t feel ready for Hollywood just yet. “I just needed to grow up and grow wiser in order to be the artist I thought I was meant to be,” she said. Instead, Jennifer chose to go on to college — a decision her mother fully supported. Jennifer’s parents were supportive throughout her career and schooling. But her mom was her champion — a constant source of support. Unfortunately, when Jennifer was 24 years old, her mom passed away. “The biggest light and fan was gone, the person who’d reminded me that I was unique and valuable. I was kind of lost,” she said. The next several years grew very dark. She began feeling herself lonely. She felt lifeless and purposeless. Much as Jennifer still missed her mother, she realized she should get her life back to normal. She’s now pursuing a new career in music. She also spends her time coaching young artists. She encourages them to put fame at the bottom of their list. 5．What do we know about Jennifer from Paragraph 2? A．She loved her mother deeply. B．She had a natural talent for acting. C．Her parents didn’t support her acting career. D．Her mother was for her decision from the very beginning. 6．What was special about Jennifer compared with other Disney child stars? A．She was much wiser than them. B．She kept practicing her acting skills. C．She got herself ready for Hollywood. D．She decided to continue her education. 7．What made Jennifer suffer greatly? A．The death of her mother. B．The loss of support from her family. C．The failure to become a Hollywood star. D．The lack of courage to pursue her career. 8．Which of the following is Jennifer’s advice to young artists? A．Never forget the social duty. B．It is important to earn fame in the career. C．Never think too much about being famous. D．Get away from sorrow as soon as possible. 【答案】5．B 6．D 7．A 8．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章介绍了前迪士尼童星Jennifer McGill的成长过程。母亲去世使Jennifer McGill经历了人生中极其黑暗的时期，但最终她熬过了那段时期，使自己的生活恢复了正常。现在她正在追求音乐方面的新事业，她还花时间指导年轻艺人并告诫她们不要太注重名气。 5．细节理解题。根据第二段第一句“Jennifer was born ready for the stage.(Jennifer生来就为登台做准备)”可知，Jennifer天生有表演天赋。故选B。 6．细节理解题。根据第四段“Many of Jennifer’s co­stars on the show went on to run after their careers. But after many years as a Disney child star, Jennifer didn’t feel ready for Hollywood just yet.(Jennifer在剧中的许多合作演员继续追求他们的事业。但在做了多年迪士尼童星之后，Jennifer觉得自己还没有为好莱坞做好准备)”和第五段中的“Instead, Jennifer chose to go on to college — a decision her mother fully supported.(相反，Jennifer选择继续上大学——她的母亲完全支持她的决定)”可知，与其他迪士尼童星相比，Jennifer的特别之处是“她决定继续她的学业。”故选D。 7．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段的内容““The biggest light and fan was gone, the person who’d reminded me that I was unique and valuable. I was kind of lost,” she said. The next several years grew very dark. She began feeling herself lonely. She felt lifeless and purposeless.(“那个曾经提醒我，我是独一无二的、有价值的人，那个最耀眼的光芒和粉丝走了。我有点迷失了，”她说。接下来的几年变得非常黑暗。她开始感到孤独。她觉得自己毫无生气，毫无目的)”可知，她母亲的死使Jennifer非常痛苦。故选A。 8．细节理解题。根据最后一段最后一句“She encourages them to put fame at the bottom of their list.(她鼓励他们把名声放在最重要的位置)”可知，Jennifer对年轻艺术家的建议是“不要想太多成名的事。”故选C。 Passage 3 （22-23高二上·全国·期中）Hello everyone! Meet my new friend Marco.He says Ciao! This means hello in his language. Marco traveled with me this month. When he showed me his country on the map, I was attracted by its shape. It looks like a high-heeled boot(高跟靴) in the Mediterranean Sea that’s kicking a strange-shaped ball. Can you find the name of this ball on the world map? Marco told me that he loves cars and that his country is well-known for super-fast cars like Ferrari,Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo, and Maserati. Isn’t it cool? The people also love soccer here.They call it “Calcio.” He told me that they have won four World Cups. The most recent win was in 2006! When he shared this with me, he was very excited and full of pride. We visited the country’s capital and I was amazed to find that it was more than 2500 years old! We walked around and soon it was time for dinner. Marco told me that people there eat pasta (意大利面食) at least once a day. The different sauces and toppings(酱汁和佐料)mean they never get bored of it. Also, they love including seasonal vegetables in their dinners. I couldn’t wait to enjoy the pizza and pasta with different toppings and sauces. The cappuccino and focaccia bread also made me happy. It’s no wonder that the world has adopted (采用) so much of their food! The people in this country celebrate many holidays and enjoy eating big meals with their family. The festive atmosphere (节日氛围) makes everyone happy. I was lucky to travel to this country in March and enjoy the Bologna Children’s Book Fair, or La fiera del Libro per Ragazzi. It is held for four days every year. We also visited the Colosseum, Panthon, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which was really wonderful!Before I said goodbye to Marco, I made a promise to visit again. Can you guess the name of this country? 9．What did the author mention to describe Marco’s country in the first paragraph? A．Its shape. B．Its population. C．Its industries. D．Its national sport. 10．How did Marco feel when he brought up soccer? A．Sad. B．Proud. C．Worried. D．Thankful. 11．What can we infer about the food in Marco’s country? A．It is mixed with a lot of foreign food. B．It has spread around the world. C．It makes Marco feel bored. D．It is very simple. 12．What is the purpose of the text? A．To show a friendship. B．To celebrate a festival. C．To introduce a country. D．To explain a cultural difference. 【答案】9．A 10．B 11．B 12．C 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要介绍了Macro的国家的一些风土人情，最后作者叫我们猜测这个国家的名字。 9．细节理解题。根据第一段“It looks like a high-heeled boot (高跟靴) in the Mediterranean Sea that’s kicking a strange-shaped ball. (它看起来就像地中海上的一只高跟靴子在踢一个形状奇怪的球)”可知，作者在第一段描述Marco的国家时提到了“形状”，所以A选项“Its shape. (它的形状)”符合题意。故选A。 10．细节理解题。根据第二段“He told me that they have won four World Cups.The most recent win was in 2006! When he shared this with me, he was very excited and full of pride. (告诉我他们赢得了四届世界杯。最近的一次胜利是在2006年!当他和我分享这件事时，他非常兴奋，充满了自豪)”可知，Marco提到足球时是非常“自豪的”，他们赢得了四届世界杯，所以B选项符合题意。故选B。 11．推理判断题。根据第三段“ It’s no wonder that the world has adopted (采用) so much of their food! (难怪全世界吃了这么多他们的食物!)”可推测出Marco国家的食物在全世界都比较受欢迎，传播广泛，所以B选项“It has spread around the world. (它已经传播到世界各地)”符合题意。故选B。 12．推理判断题。文章通篇都在介绍Macro的国家的一些风土人情，包括国家形状，足球文化，饮食等，结合最后一段“Can you guess the name of this country? (你能猜出来这个国家的名字吗)”可推出这篇文章的目的是为了介绍Macro的国家，所以C选项“To introduce a country. (为了介绍一个国家)”符合题意。故选C。 Passage 4 （24-25高二上·江苏南通·期中）From what color to paint the kitchen to the origin of a famous quote, or even something as small as what to have for dinner, I loved to argue about what was right. Day or night, I was ready to argue with whoever was unlucky enough to strike up a conversation with me. My challengers included my children, my wife, friends and even strangers. This habit had often caused trouble in my family. There were moments when my marriage became tense and my kids grew distant. The longest fight I had was with my parents, and it dragged on for nearly a year. Even small disagreements had the potential to blow up. One afternoon, I was playing a board game with my granddaughter when she made a move that broke the rules. I corrected her, but she ended up making the same mistake again. I read the rules out loud and asked if she got it this time. She smiled at me and shook her head. “Grandpa. why are you so hyped (微动的)?” she asked. “It’s just a game. We’re here to have fun, aren’t we?” Something about her words really hit home. We weren’t there to be right; we were there to enjoy ourselves. What truly mattered was our bond and the moments we shared. My drive to win hadn’t really been about seeking the truth, but about showing I was better than everyone else. I wanted people to see me as the most capable person in the room. What I came to realize was that my behavior was having the opposite effect. I was gaining no respect or appreciation by doing this. And the more I practiced, the better I mastered the art of keeping quiet. What I could never have anticipated was just how much my overall happiness would improve by simply listening calmly to others without interrupting. It taught me a newfound tolerance of difference. When I don’t agree with someone, a neutral response such as “Who knows? Maybe.” can work, too. 13．What can we say about the author in the past? A．He disliked socializing with others. B．He often drew lessons from discussions. C．He was very defensive about his weakness. D．He was fond of arguing over right and wrong. 14．What’s the surrounding people’s attitude towards the author’s habit? A．Unconcerned. B．Annoyed. C．Supportive. D．Tolerant. 15．What happened to the author after a game with his granddaughter? A．He stopped seeking the truth. B．He began to reflect on his behavior. C．He lost interest in playing any games. D．He became more unforgiving afterwards. 16．What can we infer from the author’s experience? A．Facts speak louder than words. B．Winning turns out all that counts. C．Arguing strengthens emotional bonds. D．Listening creates harmony with others. 【答案】13．D 14．B 15．B 16．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲的是作者过去喜欢与人争论对错，这种行为给家庭关系带来了紧张，但在与孙女的游戏中受到启发，意识到真正重要的是亲情和共享的时刻，而非争论胜负。 13．细节理解题。根据第一段“From what color to paint the kitchen to the origin of a famous quote, or even something as small as what to have for dinner, I loved to argue about what was right.(从厨房该涂什么颜色到一句名言的出处，甚至是晚餐吃什么这样的小事，我都喜欢争论什么是对的)”可知，过去的作者喜欢争论对错。故选D。 14．推理判断题。根据第二段“This habit had often caused trouble in my family. There were moments when my marriage became tense and my kids grew distant.(这个习惯经常给我的家庭带来麻烦。有时候，我的婚姻变得紧张，我的孩子们变得疏远)”和“Even small disagreements had the potential to blow up.(即使是很小的分歧也有爆发的可能)”可知，周围的人对作者的习惯感到生气。故选B。 15．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“Something about her words really hit home. We weren’t there to be right; we were there to enjoy ourselves. What truly mattered was our bond and the moments we shared.(她的话中有些东西击中了要害。我们的存在不是为了证明自己是对的；我们在那里玩得很开心。真正重要的是我们之间的纽带和我们分享的时刻)”可知，作者在和孙女玩了一场游戏之后开始反思自己的行为。故选B。 16．推理判断题。根据最后一段“What I could never have anticipated was just how much my overall happiness would improve by simply listening calmly to others without interrupting.(我从未预料到，仅仅通过冷静地倾听他人而不打断，我的整体幸福感会提升这么多)”可知，从作者的经历中我们可以推断出倾听能与他人和谐相处。故选D。 Passage 5 （2023高二上·北京·期中）In 2009 in a small town, Todd Bol came up with an idea to share his mother’s love of reading with others. Bol’s mother had been a teacher who had loved reading. He decided to build a wooden box and fill it with books. Bol placed the box of books on a post in his front yard with a sign that read “Free Books”. Soon his neighbours noticed this tiny model of a “schoolhouse”. They began taking the books and replacing them with books of their own. The tiny library allowed people the opportunity to “check out” books day or night. Bol’s friends and neighbours wanted little libraries of their own. Bol built several and gave them away. One of his friends, Rick, believed that Bol’s little libraries could benefit more than just local friends and neighbours. With these ideas in mind, Bol and Rick came up with a plan to build over 2,500 Little Free Libraries around the world. They believed that books should be available to all people, no matter where they live or what their background is. To help achieve their goal, Bol and Rick created a website that provides information about the Little Free Libraries and how people can establish little libraries of their own. Thanks to Bol and Rick, the Little Free Libraries are encouraging people to read more. They didn’t just provide books. They also helped build friendships and a sense of belonging among community members. As more and more people visited Bol’s little library, they began talking with one another. They shared thoughts, ideas, and stories. They got to know one another. Everyone loved the little library. After all, as Bol says, “It’s a magic box with books. People tell us all the time that they’ve met more people in a week than they have in a lifetime.” Today there are more than 25,000 Little Free Libraries around the world, and they can be found on almost every continent. 17．From whom did Todd Bol get the idea of Little Free Libraries? A．His mother. B．His teacher. C．His neighbours. D．His friends. 18．Bol and Rick created a website mainly to ______. A．make more money B．establish online libraries C．replace paper books with e-books D．provide information and guidance 19．What have the Little Free Libraries brought to the community? A．New buildings. B．More visitors. C．Friendly relationships. D．Green environment. 20．What can we learn from the story? A．Well begun, half done. B．Don’t judge a book by its cover. C．A friend in need is a friend indeed. D．Little people can make a big difference. 【答案】17．A 18．D 19．C 20．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。Todd Bol在母亲的启发下，和朋友Rick建立了小型图书馆。他们在世界各地建立2500多个小型免费图书馆。他们认为，书籍应该对所有人开放。这些小型图书馆不仅提供了知识，还加强了社区居民的联系。 17．细节理解题。根据第一段“In 2009 in a small town, Todd Bol came up with an idea to share his mother’s love of reading with others. Bol’s mother had been a teacher who had loved reading. He decided to build a wooden box and fill it with books.(2009年，在一个小镇上，Todd Bol萌生了一个想法，将他母亲对阅读的热爱与他人分享。博尔的母亲曾是一位热爱阅读的教师。他决定做一个木箱，装满书)”可知，Todd Bol受到母亲的启发，有了建造小型免费图书馆的想法。故选A。 18．细节理解题。根据第二段中“To help achieve their goal, Bol and Rick created a website that provides information about the Little Free Libraries and how people can establish little libraries of their own.(为了帮助实现他们的目标，Bol和Rick创建了一个网站，提供关于小型免费图书馆的信息，以及人们如何建立自己的小型图书馆)”可知，Bol和Rick创建了一个网站，主要是提供信息和指导。故选D。 19．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“They didn’t just provide books. They also helped build friendships and a sense of belonging among community members.(它们不只是提供书籍。他们还帮助社区成员建立友谊和归属感)”可知，小型免费图书馆给社区带来了友好的关系。故选C。 20．推理判断题。根据Todd Bol在母亲的启发下，和朋友Rick建立了小型图书馆。他们在世界各地建立2500多个小型免费图书馆。他们认为，书籍应该对所有人开放。这些小型图书馆不仅提供了知识，还加强了社区居民的联系。可推知，他们的故事告诉我们小人物也能产生大影响。故选D。 考点3 说明文 Passage 1 （24-25高二上·福建厦门·期中）Walt Disney is credited for creating such wonderful things as Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse. However, he cannot take the credit for creating other well - loved characters, such as Cinderella and Snow White. They are almost automatically associated with Disney because Disney turned old fables into cartoon movies. The original Cinderella varies very much from the Disney version we know today. It started off with the girl mourning her mother’s death and going to her tomb three times a day. In addition, there were only birds that helped Cinderella; there was no such thing as a fairy godmother or helpful mice, nor was there mention of a horse and carriage. The stepsisters were cruel: they always threw Cinderella’ s food into the ashes of the fire, and made her sleep on the ashes on the floor, hence her name. In the original story, the king’s ball actually lasted for three days. With the help of the birds, the girl, beautifully dressed, danced with the prince on all three nights and the prince fell in love with her. However, she broke away from him to rush back home each night. On the last night, the prince placed something sticky on the stairs; as Cinderella made her escape, a shoe got stuck on it. Here now is where the story becomes unpleasant: when the prince went to the house looking for the girl whose foot fit the shoe, the wicked stepmother told one of her two daughters to cut off her big toe to fit into the shoe. The daughter did as told. So the prince took her away to be his bride. But, when they passed the tomb of Cinderella’s mother, the birds called out to the prince, “Turn and peep, there’s blood within the shoe; The shoe is too small, the true bride waits for you.” Realizing he had been tricked, the prince returned the daughter to her mother; the other then had to cut off part of her heel in order to fit into the shoe, with the same result. Only Cinderella’ s foot fit perfectly and so the prince chose to marry her. The story ends with the wedding day: as Cinderella’s two stepsisters followed her, pretending to be devoted to her so that they could enjoy the king’s riches, two birds flew by and plucked (啄) out their eyes. Because of their wickedness and falsehood, they had to spend the rest of their days blind. The original Cinderella is so different from the Disney version. Thank goodness Disney made such changes; it indeed was a wise move. 1．What dose the underlined word “They” in the first paragraph refer to? A．Such wonderful things. B．Other well-loved characters. C．Old fables. D．Cartoon movies. 2．How did Cinderella get her name? A．The birds came up with it. B．It was given by Disney. C．It came from the word “ash”. D．She got it from her mother. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the original story? A．Helpful mice got Cinderella a beautiful dress. B．The ball was held to celebrate the prince’s wedding. C．Cinderella left her shoe on the stairs on purpose. D．The birds told the prince that he had been cheated. 4．The moral of the original story is that ______. A．a wicked person cannot escape punishment B．a devoted person certainly deserves respect C．a well-behaved child earns a great reward D．a dishonest child cannot get mother love 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了灰姑娘的原始版本，与迪斯尼中的灰姑娘很不同，作者认为迪斯尼版本的灰姑娘非常好。 1．词句猜测题。根据第一段“However, he cannot take the credit for creating other well - loved characters, such as Cinderella and Snow White. They are almost automatically associated with Disney because Disney turned old fables into cartoon movies. (然而，他不能因为创造了灰姑娘和白雪公主等其他深受喜爱的角色而受到赞扬。它们几乎自动与迪士尼联系在一起，因为迪士尼将古老的寓言变成了卡通电影。)”可知，灰姑娘和白雪公主等其他深受喜爱的角色几乎自动与迪士尼联系在一起，句中They指代的是“其他深受喜爱的角色”。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“The stepsisters were cruel: they always threw Cinderella’ s food into the ashes of the fire, and made her sleep on the ashes on the floor, hence her name.(继姐妹们很残忍：她们总是把灰姑娘的食物扔进灰烬里，让她睡在地板上的灰烬上，因此灰姑娘得名)”可知，灰姑娘之所以得名是因为她经常睡在火炉的灰烬上，即灰姑娘的名字来自“ash”这个词。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段中“But, when they passed the tomb of Cinderella’s mother, the birds called out to the prince,“Turn and peep, there’s blood within the shoe;The shoe is too small, the true bride waits for you.”(但是，当他们经过灰姑娘母亲的坟墓时，鸟儿们对王子喊道：“转过去看，鞋子里面有血。鞋太小了，真正的新娘在等你。”)”可知，小鸟们告诉王子他被骗了，所以，根据原文，D项描述的是正确的。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“The story ends with the wedding day: as Cinderella’s two stepsisters followed her, pretending to be devoted to her so that they could enjoy the king’s riches, two birds flew by and plucked out their eyes. Because of their wickedness and falsehood, they had to spend the rest of their days blind. (故事以婚礼那天结束：灰姑娘的两个继姐妹紧随其后，假装忠于她，以便分享国王的财富，两只鸟飞过，啄掉了她们的眼睛。因为她们的邪恶和谎言，她们不得不在瞎眼中度过余生。)”可知，在故事最后，两只鸟啄掉了两个继姐妹的眼睛，由于她们的邪恶和谎言，最后只能在瞎眼中度过余生，由此可推断，原故事传达的寓意是“邪恶的人无法逃脱惩罚”。故选A。 Passage 2 （22-23高二上·河南郑州·期中）“Have a nice day!” may be a pleasant gesture or a meaningless expression. When my friend Crystal says “Have a nice day” with a smile, I know she sincerely cares about what happens to me. I feel loved and secure since another person cares about me and wishes me well. “Have a nice day. Next!” This version of the expression is spoken by a salesgirl at the supermarket who is rushing me and my groceries out the door. The words come out in the same tone with a fixed procedure. They are spoken at me, not to me. Obviously, the concern for my day and everyone else’s is the management’s attempt to increase business. The expression is one of those behaviors that help people get along with each other. Sometimes it indicates the end of a meeting. As soon as you hear it, you know the meeting is at an end. Sometimes the expression saves us when we don’t know what to say. “Oh, you just had a tooth out? I’m terribly sorry, but have a nice day.” The expression can be pleasant. If a stranger says “Have a nice day!” to you, you may find it heart-warming because someone you don’t know has tried to be nice to you. Although the use of the expression is an insincere, meaningless social custom at times, there is nothing wrong with the sentence except that it is a little uninteresting. The salesgirl, the waitress, the teacher, and all the countless others who speak it without thinking may not really care about my day. But in a strange and comfortable way, it’s nice to know they care enough to pretend they care when they really don’t care all that much. While the expression may not often be sincere, it is always spoken. The point is that people say it all the time when they like. 5．How does the author understand Crystal’s words? A．Crystal encourages the author to stay happy. B．Crystal really worries about the author’s security. C．Crystal shows her anxiety to the author. D．Crystal really wishes the author a good day. 6．What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 mean? A．The salesgirl cares about me. B．The salesgirl says the words as a routine. C．The salesgirl is rude. D．The salesgirl is bored. 7．According to the last paragraph, people say “Have a nice day” ________. A．as a habit B．encouragingly C．sincerely D．as thanks 8．What is the best title for the text? A．Have a Nice Day—a Heart-warming Greeting B．Have a Nice Day—a Polite Ending of a Conversation C．Have a Nice Day—a Social Custom D．Have a Nice Day—a Pleasant Habit 【答案】5．D 6．B 7．A 8．C 【导语】本文是说明文。主要介绍了人们之间相互问候的用语“Have a nice day”的特点和不同场合下的一些意义。 5．细节理解题。根据第一段“When my friend Crystal says “Have a nice day” with a smile, I know she sincerely cares about what happens to me.(当我的朋友克里斯托微笑着对我说“祝你有美好的一天”时，我知道她是真心关心我的)”可知，Crystal真诚地祝作者一天愉快。故选D。 6．句意猜测题。根据第二段“The words come out in the same tone with a fixed procedure.(这些单词以固定的程序发出相同的音调)”可知，女营业员这么说只是固定程序，没有特定含义。故划线句意思是“女售货员习惯性地说这些话”。故选B。 7．推理判断题。根据最后一段“The salesgirl, the waitress, the teacher, and all the countless others who speak it without thinking may not really care about my day. But in a strange and comfortable way, it’s nice to know they care enough to pretend they care when they really don’t care all that much. While the expression may not often be sincere, it is always spoken.(女售货员、女服务员、老师，以及其他无数不假思索地说英语的人，可能并不真正关心我的一天。但以一种奇怪而舒适的方式，很高兴知道他们足够在乎，假装关心，而实际上他们并不那么在乎。虽然这种表达可能不经常是真诚的，但它总是说出来的)”可知，人们说“有一个美好的一天”是一种习惯，故选A。 8．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Although the use of the expression is an insincere, meaningless social custom at times, there is nothing wrong with the sentence except that it is a little uninteresting.(虽然使用这种表达有时是一种不真诚的、毫无意义的社会习俗，但这个句子并没有什么问题，只是有点无趣)”可知，文章主要介绍了人们之间相互问候的用语“Have a nice day”的特点和不同场合下的一些意义。故C选项“祝你一天愉快——社会习俗”最符合文章标题。故选C。 Passage 3 （21-22高二上·湖北武汉·期中）There are more species of beetles than any other form of life. About 380 000 species of beetles are known to exist, and more are discovered all the time. There are several theories about why there are so many beetles, but fossils evidence shows that beetle species die out less than other animals, Beetle species exist in such huge number because beetles are true survivors. They refuse to die out. One of the reasons beetles survive so well is their body design. Most beetle species have two pairs of wings. The front pair of a beetle’s wings are hard and thick. They are not used for flying. These protect the back set of wings and the beetle’s stomach. Instead, some species of beetles have lost the ability to fly, but they are still equipped with front wings. The wings protect the beetle’s soft parts from harm. These features help protect beetles, which makes them less likely to die out if they are faced with new predators (捕食性动物). Beetles can also eat a wide range of foods. Beetle species live all over the world, and they have many different types of food available to them. Most beetles are omnivores. That means they eat both plants and animals. Their mixed diets help beetles adapt to many different habitats. Over the course of time, food sources, like certain plants and animals, do not exist anymore. Others spring up. The beetle survives because it can find something to eat, no matter what. Finally, beetles are good at moving quickly over long distance. Any change in an animal’s environment can be dangerous to it. For example, many species died out during the Ice Age, when Earth’s temperature dropped for a long time. However, some species can avoid dangerous environment changes by moving to a new place. Research shows that beetles respond quickly to shifts in temperature. They can move to safer environments. Beetles’ bodies and habits help give them an edge over other creatures. They are unlikely to die out. As a result, beetles make up nearly one quarter of all animal species. There are more types of beetles on Earth than there are types of plants. Some types of beetles that exist today were around during the Permian period of history, 284 million years ago. Beetles, clearly, are here to stay. 9．What is important about a beetle’s front wings? A．They are used to catch the prey. B．They enable the beetle to fly. C．They help the beetle move quickly. D．They protect the soft body parts. 10．How do beetles respond to changes of habitats? A．They are adaptable to the food change. B．They can change their body temperature. C．They are adaptable to the freezing cold weather. D．They can use their wings to fight against the cold. 11．What is the most probable title of the passage? A．The Ice Age affected the beetles B．Different habitats affected the beetles C．Beetles: the six-legged survivors D．Beetles: the unique predators 【答案】9．D 10．A 11．C 【分析】这是一篇科普类阅读。文章主要讲了在物种的优胜劣汰中，六条腿的甲虫得以幸存的原因。 9．细节理解题。根据第二段The wings protect the beetle’s soft parts from harm.（翅膀保护甲虫的柔软部分不受伤害。）可知，甲虫前翅的重要之处在于它们保护身体柔软的部分。故选D。 10．推理判断题。根据第三段Over the course of time, food sources, like certain plants and animals, do not exist anymore. Others spring up. The beetle survives because it can find something to eat, no matter what.（随着时间的推移，食物来源，如某些植物和动物，不再存在。其它的动植物不断的涌现。甲虫能生存下来是因为它能找到吃的东西，无论什么。）由此推断出，对于栖息地的变化，甲虫能适应食物的变化。故选A。 11．主旨大意题。第一段There are several theories about why there are so many beetles, but fossils evidence shows that beetle species die out less than other animals, Beetle species exist in such huge number because beetles are true survivors.（关于甲虫数量如此之多的原因有多种理论，但化石证据表明，甲虫物种的灭绝比其他动物要少，甲虫物种的大量存在是因为甲虫是真正的幸存者。）是全文的主题句，结合全文内容，可知这篇文章主要讲了在物种的优胜劣汰中，六条腿的甲虫得以幸存的原因。所以这篇文章最好的题目是“甲虫：六条腿的幸存者”，故选C。 Passage 4 （23-24高二下·山东枣庄·期中）Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to develop more efficient methods of farming in order to fight global warming. Global warming threatens every aspect of our everyday lives, including crop production. It will reduce the soil moisture (水分), especially in areas close to the equator and greatly affect the crop production. Climate change harms poorer countries that do not have money to import food. The result is food shortage. However, agriculture is not just affected by global warming. Agriculture is part of a vicious cycle in which farming leads to global warming, which in turn destroys agricultural production. The process of clearing land for agriculture results in widespread deforestation and contributes to 40 percent of global methane (甲烷) production. Therefore, to deal with climate change, it is necessary to ensure efficient, environmentally-conscious farming. This is where AI enters the scene. Farmers use AI for methods such as precision agriculture, monitoring crop moisture, soil composition, and temperature in growing areas, and enabling farmers to increase production by learning how to take care of their crops and determine the ideal amount of water to use. Furthermore, this technology may help reduce deforestation by allowing humans to grow food in urban areas. It could be especially beneficial for countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, where much of the population lives in cities. However, AI is far from a silver bullet — it could actually contribute to global warming as well. Due to the large amount of data that AI needs to process, training a single AI releases five times the emissions that an average car would give off during its lifetime. Further, securing access to AI on a global scale may pose some challenges. Countries will need experts in the field who can successfully use the technology and Internet connection, neither of which are always readily available. Therefore, there is still a long way for developing countries to take advantage of the benefits of AI. Given these concerns, global leaders must consider the potential costs, and the environmental consequences of data processing before developing AI for use in agriculture. 12．What is the purpose of Paragraph 2? A．To advocate greener farming. B．To show the importance of forestation. C．To promote low-carbon living. D．To analyze impacts of global warming. 13．In which aspect can farmers apply Al in crop production? A．Reducing soil pollution. B．Precision farming. C．Solving the food problem. D．Expanding farmland. 14．What do the underlined words “silver bullet” mean in paragraph 4? A．A big fortune. B．A risky attempt. C．A costly method. D．A perfect solution. 15．What’s the author’s attitude to the use of Al in farming? A．Critical. B．Optimistic. C．Cautious. D．Confident. 【答案】12．A 13．B 14．D 15．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是人工智能（AI）在农业领域的潜在应用、优势以及面临的挑战，特别是在对抗全球变暖方面的作用。 12．推理判断题。根据第二段“Therefore, to deal with climate change, it is necessary to ensure efficient, environmentally-conscious farming.(因此，为了应对气候变化，有必要确保高效、环保的农业。)”可知，第二段的目的是提倡环保农业。故选A。 13．细节理解题。根据第三段“Farmers use AI for methods such as precision agriculture, monitoring crop moisture, soil composition, and temperature in growing areas, and enabling farmers to increase production by learning how to take care of their crops and determine the ideal amount of water to use.(农民将人工智能用于精准农业等方法，监测种植区的作物湿度、土壤成分和温度，并使农民能够通过学习如何照顾作物和确定理想的用水量来提高产量。)”可知，农民可以在精准农业方面应用AI。故选B。 14．词句猜测题。根据倒数第二段中划线部分下文“it could actually contribute to global warming as well(它实际上也可能导致全球变暖)”可知，AI可能也会导致全球变暖，因此它也不是完美的；“ However, AI is far from a silver bullet(然而，人工智能远不是silver bullet)”中的silver bullet的意思是“完美的解决办法”，和a perfect solution意思相近。故选D。 15．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“However, AI is far from a silver bullet—it could actually contribute to global warming as well.(然而，人工智能远不是灵丹妙药——它实际上也可能导致全球变暖。)”，“Further, securing access to AI on a global scale may pose some challenges.(此外，确保在全球范围内获得人工智能可能会带来一些挑战。)”和最后一段“Given these concerns, global leaders must consider the potential costs, and the environmental consequences of data processing before developing AI for use in agriculture.(鉴于这些担忧，全球领导人在开发用于农业的人工智能之前，必须考虑数据处理的潜在成本和环境后果。)”可知，作者对人工智能在农业中的应用持谨慎的态度。故选C。 Passage 5 （22-23高二上·江苏南京·期中）There’s a continuing controversy over whether electric vehicles should produce sounds to let the blind and other pedestrians know they’re on the scene. Some think those sounds should be standardized—like the “beep, beep, beep” of heavy machinery backing up, so you’ll think “something heavy is coming this way” when you hear it — and some think any sound will do.     This is a serious subject. Plug-in hybrid cars (电混动力车) and battery electric vehicles are super-quiet, and a study at the University of California, Riverside concludes that people listening to recordings on headphones can hear a regular gas car coming from 28 feet away, but a hybrid in battery mode only when it’s 7 feet away. In response, the European Union has put new rules into play: all new electric vehicle models must have a sound-producing device, which sounds like a traditional engine. Starting in 2021, all new electric vehicles of any model will need the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System or AVAS. That sound will come into play when the car is traveling backwards or when it’s traveling at less than 12 miles an hour — speeds at which cars are more likely to be mixing with pedestrians.    That’s a nice start, say representatives for the blind, but more is needed. “We’re calling on the government to take this announcement further by requiring AVAS on all existing electric and hybrid vehicles and ensuring drivers have them switched on,” John Welsman, guide dog owner and Guide Dogs staff member, said in a statement. Drivers in most cases have the ability to shut off the device when needed. My guess is that they will eventually be standardized so your mind will automatically register “electric car” when you hear it. And that’s probably a good thing to reduce the mayhem (混乱) on the roads. 16．How does the author show “electric cars are quiet” in Paragraph 2? A．By making a classification. B．By making a comparison. C．By analyzing cause and effect. D．By setting down general rules. 17．What can be learned about the AVAS? A．It was developed by the European Union. B．It was designed for inexperienced drivers. C．It consists of a sound-producing device and an engine. D．It warns pedestrians of the coming of an electric car. 18．What does John Welsman think of the new rules? A．They are too strict for drivers. B．They are too complex to follow. C．They need further improvement. D．They hardly allow for any flexibility. 19．Which of the following can be the best title of the passage? A．Electric cars with a standardized sound-producing device. B．A new type of electric car on sale. C．Problems with the electric cars. D．Quiet electric cars. 【答案】16．B 17．D 18．C 19．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了安静的电混动力车和纯电动汽车对行人可能会造成的危险问题。 16．推理判断题。根据第二段第二句“Plug-in hybrid cars (电混动力车) and battery electric vehicles are super-quiet, and a study at the University of California, Riverside concludes that people listening to recordings on headphones can hear a regular gas car coming from 28 feet away, but a hybrid in battery mode only when it’s 7 feet away. (电混动力车和纯电动汽车都非常安静，加州大学河滨分校的一项研究得出结论，人们戴着耳机听录音时可以听到28英尺开外的普通汽油汽车，但电混动力车只有在7英尺开外时才能听到。)”可知，通过对比人们戴着耳机听录音时可以听到的汽油车和电混动力车的距离来表明电车是更安静的。故选B。 17．细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句“That sound will come into play when the car is traveling backwards or when it’s traveling at less than 12 miles an hour — speeds at which cars are more likely to be mixing with pedestrians. (当汽车倒车或以低于每小时12英里的速度行驶时，这种声音就会响起——在这种速度下，汽车更有可能与行人相撞。)”可知，当汽车倒车或以低于每小时12英里的速度行驶时，这种声音就会响起以警告行人电车的到来。故选D。 18．细节理解题。根据第四段最后一句““We’re calling on the government to take this announcement further by requiring AVAS on all existing electric and hybrid vehicles and ensuring drivers have them switched on,” John Welsman, guide dog owner and Guide Dogs staff member, said in a statement. (导盲犬主人、导盲犬工作人员John Welsman在一份声明中说：“我们呼吁政府进一步执行这一声明，要求所有现有的电动和混合动力汽车都配备AVAS，并确保司机打开AVAS。” )”可知，John Welsman呼吁政府进一步执行这一声明，不仅要求电动汽车都配备AVAS，还确保司机打开AVAS。故选C。 19．主旨大意题。根据第一段首句“There’s a continuing controversy over whether electric vehicles should produce sounds to let the blind and other pedestrians know they’re on the scene. (关于电动汽车是否应该发出声音让盲人和其他行人知道他们在现场，一直存在争议。)”可知，本文主要介绍了电车的问题。故选C。 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 考前押题04 阅读理解之应用文、记叙文&说明文必刷15题 （期中专项训练） 考点1 应用文 考点2 记叙文 考点3 说明文 考点1 应用文 Passage 1 （24-25高二上·湖南怀化·期中）Four Treasures of the Study Brushes The brush, made from animal hair, is the tool bringing life to the paper. From delicate lines to bold brushstrokes, the brush is the medium through which the artist’s emotions and techniques flow onto the paper, creating elegant works of art. The most famous brush, the “Huzhou Brush”, is produced in Huzhou, Zhejiang Province. Ink Traditional Chinese ink comes in solid sticks. To produce liquid ink, one grinds(磨)the inkstick against an inkstone with water. The act of grinding symbolizes patience and dedication highly valued in Chinese culture. High-quality ink, originally black but now available in various colors, is most famously produced in Huizhou, Anhui Province. Paper Chinese paper, especially the ancient rice paper, made from sandalwood bark and rice straw, absorbs ink smoothly without bleeding. The paper serves as a canvas for not only artistic efforts but also documentation, making it a vital component in the preservation of history and culture. “Xuan Paper”, the best paper for writing, is made in Xuanzhou, Anhui Province. Inkstones Inkstones, used for grinding ink, were originally simple pottery tools. Later, they became artistic objects carved from stone that reflect the taste and status of their owners. The choice of inkstone is crucial as it can affect the quality and texture of the ink, further enhancing the artistic expression in calligraphy and painting. The most famous inkstone, “Duan Inkstone”, is produced in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province. With these treasures, Chinese people created unique styles of calligraphy and painting, establishing a distinctive expression system. Today, they continue to inspire artists worldwide, bridging tradition and modernity. 1．Why is grinding ink considered meaningful in Chinese culture? A．Because it is a difficult process. B．Because it produces ink in various colors. C．Because it requires a high-quality inkstone. D．Because it reflects valued morals in China. 2．What can we learn about the Four Treasures of the Study? A．The brush is made from bark. B．Ink is only produced in Huizhou. C．“Xuan Paper” is the best paper for writing. D．Inkstones were originally carved objects. 3．Which column in a paper might the passage come from? A．Technology. B．Travel. C．Lifestyle. D．Culture. Passage 2 （23-24高二上·湖北荆州·期中）Online Events Virtual Book Tasting Need a new book for the month? Then come and get a taste of a variety of new and popular books from our librarians that are in our collection! This event will take place over Google Meet. Registration begins at 9 am, October 28. Date and Time: 3 pm, November 23 Host: Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library, online only Audience: teachers, teens/young adults Lunchtime Virtual Handwriting Den When was the last time you sent a thank-you note to a beloved one? Come and put pen to paper. Write, chat, and share (not required but encouraged) in a safe, welcoming, and friendly environment. Date and Time: 1 pm, November 30 Host: Muhlenberg Community Library, online only Audience: adults Family Storytime Join the staff at Fort Washington Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes,and favorite read-aloud books. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program. Date and Time: 10: 30 am, December 7 Host: Fort Washington Library, online only Audience: children, infants (0-18 months old), toddlers (18-36 months old), preschoolers (3-5 years old) Teen Book Discussion: Sports Books Come and hear about books about your favorite sports and tell us about yours. This event will take place over Google Meet. You must register with your email address to receive the link, approximately one day before the program, to participate. Date and Time: 3: 30 pm, December 8 Host: Pelham Public Library, online only Audience: teens/young adults *Please note: For all events, registration is required online. 4．Who can attend Lunchtime Virtual Handwriting Den? A．Children. B．Toddlers. C．Adults. D．Teens. 5．Which library offers an event about sports books? A．Pelham Public Library. B．Muhlenberg Community Library. C．Fort Washington Library. D．Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library. 6．What do the four events have in common? A．They encourage personal experience. B．They take place in the afternoon. C．They are about telling stories. D．They need online registration. Passage 3 （21-22高二上·安徽芜湖·期中） Amazon Editors’ Top Picks for the Best Books of July In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, the author Sean Covey tells teenagers the 7 habits teenagers should have. He also talks about the problems they will face. Covey provides a step-by-step guide to help teens improve themselves, build friendships, achieve their goals, get along with their parents, and much more. Also, this book is full of cartoons, clever ideas, and great stories about real teens from all over the world. Price: $23.74 Do you want to stop forgetting appointments, birthdays, and other important dates? Work more efficiently at your job? Study less and get better grades? The good news is that they’re all possible. Your Memory will help improve your memory abilities. Dr Higbee shows how simple skills can be used in your everyday life to improve your memory. He also shows how you can use them to learn foreign languages faster. Price: $12.58 Breakthrough Rapid Reading, written by the former National Director of Education for Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics Peter Kump, introduces the do-it-yourself program for increasing your reading speed. This book gives skills that can be learned at home with the help of the exercises provided. Price: $13.82 If you’ve ever looked for a job, applied to college or guided your child into a kindergarten, you’ve taken part in a kind of market. Most of the study of economics deals with commodity (商品) markets, where the prices of goods connect sellers and buyers. But what about other kinds of “goods” like a position at Google? This is a matching (匹配) market, where “sellers” and “buyers” must choose each other. In this book, Roth shows how to recognize a good match and make smart decisions. Price: $19.01 7．The book Your Memory is intended for those who ______ A．like reading stories B．want to have better memory C．need to make friends in the office D．try to get along well with their parents 8．The book written by Peter Kump is to help readers ______. A．read faster B．keep healthy C．know how to take exercise D．become good at doing housework 9．If you want to find a good job, you should buy the book written by  ______. A．Sean Covey B．Kenneth L. Higbee Ph. C．Peter Kump D．Alvin E. Roth Passage 4 （24-25高二上·山东·期中） Every year, state parks draw countless visitors. Here are four top picks according to The State Park Association. Big Bend State Park   Established in 1961, Big Bend State Park is known for its dramatic desert landscapes and rugged mountains. The park offers a variety of hiking trails that weave through canyons and along rivers, such as the popular River Trail. Visitors can also enjoy the clear sky and stars, thanks to the park’s recognition as an International Dark Sky Park. Lake Superior State Park   Founded in 1973, Lake Superior State Park is a haven for water sports enthusiasts. With its vast shoreline, the park provides opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing. The Visitor Center offers guided nature walks and educational programs about the park’s unique marine ecosystems, perfect for families wanting to learn more about the local environment. Prairie State Park   Established in 1966, Prairie State Park preserves a rare remains of tall grass prairie that once covered vast portions of the United States. Visitors can explore the rich diversity of plants and wildlife through the park’s network of trails, including the scenic Buffalo Trail. Seasonal events, such as wildflower walks and cattle-viewing tours, offer additional insights into this unique ecosystem. Canyonlands State Park   Set up in 1975, Canyonlands State Park is famous for its striking rock formations and deep canyons. Adventurous visitors can go on challenging hikes or enjoy mountain biking along rugged paths. The park also features archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into the area’s ancient cultures. Guided tours and interpretive displays help visitors appreciate the history and geology of this stunning region. 10．Which park is suitable for astronomy fans? A．Big Bend State Park. B．Lake Superior State Park. C．Prairie State Park. D．Canyonlands State Park. 11．What activity can visitors enjoy at Lake Superior State Park? A．Viewing cattle. B．Watching stars. C．Mountain biking. D．Enjoying Fishing. 12．What do the four national parks have in common? A．They offer water activities. B．They have unique ecosystems. C．They feature archaeological sites. D．They provide educational programs. Passage 5 （20-21高二上·江苏淮安·期中）Guide to Stockholm University Library Our library offers different types of studying places and provides a good studying environment. Zones The library is divided into different zones. The upper floor is a quiet zone with over a thousand places for silent reading, and places where you can sit and work with your own computer. The reading places consist mostly of tables and chairs. The ground floor is the zone where you can talk. Here you can find sofas and armchairs for group work. Computers You can use your own computer to connect to the Wi-Fi specially prepared for notebook computers, you can also use library computers, which contain the most commonly used applications, such as Microsoft Office. They are situated in the area known as the Experimental Field on the ground floor. Group-study places If you want to discuss freely without disturbing others, you can book a study room or sit at a table on the ground floor. Some study rooms are for 2-3 people and others can hold up to 6-8 people. All rooms are marked on the library maps. There are 40 group-study rooms that must be booked via the website. To book, you need an active University account and a valid University card. You can use a room three hours per day, nine hours at most per week. Storage of Study Material The library has lockers for students to store course literature, When you have obtained at least 40 credits(学分),you may rent a locker and pay 400 SEK for a year’s rental period. Rules to be Followed Mobile phone conversations are not permitted anywhere in the library. Keep your phone on silent as if you were in a lecture and exit the library if you need to receive calls. Please note that food and fruit are forbidden in the library, but you are allowed to have drinks and sweets with you. 13．The library’s upper floor is mainly for students to . A．read in a quiet place B．have group discussions C．take comfortable seats D．get their computers fixed 14．A student can rent a locker in the library if he ___________. A．can afford the rental fee B．attends certain courses C．has nowhere to put his books D．has earned the required credits 15．What should NOT be brought into the library? A．Mobile phones B．Sandwiches C．Candy D．Orange juice 考点2 记叙文 Passage 1 （22-23高二上·辽宁大连·期中）Cyndi Decker, a schoolteacher in Florida, had recently taken an art class and made a painting of a huge white bird called an egret (白鹭). Her proud son posted a photograph of Decker on Reddit, shyly holding her painting. Below it he wrote, “My mom painted this and said no one would like it.“ Then Kristoffer Zetterstrand, an artist in Sweden, saw the photo, deciding to pay respect to the teacher by painting Decker holding her painting. He even captured the shy look on her face. Zetterstrand photographed himself holding his painting of Decker holding her painting. He posted the image on Reddit. The caption for his photograph is “I painted somebody’s mom.” Two days later, Amer, a student in Canada, painted a picture of Zetterstrand holding his painting of Decker holding her painting. Her caption read, “I painted the guy who painted the other guy’s mom.” The artist Vince Law was the next to join in. The caption for his photo of his painting is “I painted the girl who painted the guy who painted the other guy’s mom who painted an egret.” Artist Travis Simpson continued the fun. And it happened again and again and again! By this time, more than one million people had seen the paintings and pictures of paintings on a number of social media websites. Many artists around the world jumped into the process, many at the same time. “I was in fear I was going to read a lot of hateful comments. You all have proven me so wrong. I’m assuming most of you could be my kids, and you all get an unjust accusation in this world. You all are caring and a ton of fun! Thanks for uplifting me! You all have inspired me instead,” she wrote on Reddit. 1．How did people join in the painting? A．By painting the same bird. B．By means of sharing painting process. C．By organizing voluntary painters on the Internet. D．By painting the photo posted by the previous painter. 2．Which of the following best describes these participants? A．Considerate and entertaining. B．Ambitious and patient. C．Demanding and stubborn. D．Caring and funny. 3．What can be learned from Decker’s words? A．She was afraid of her painting skill. B．Most of kids like non-photorealistic art form. C．There exists language violence on the Internet. D．She was instructed by the professionals. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．The Social Media Changed a Woman Art-lover. B．One Painting Started a Worldwide Painting Party. C．How the Painters Reacted to a Kid’s Hope. D．How a Woman Won the Respect of People. Passage 2 （22-23高二上·贵州铜仁·期中）Former Disney child star Jennifer McGill recently shared how, after her mother passed away, she went through an extremely dark period in her life. Jennifer was born ready for the stage. She grew up in a loving home in Texas. And by age 7, she begged her mom to let her enter contests. Jennifer’s mom was uncertain. But seeing her daughter’s high energy and unshakable love of the stage, she finally supported her daughter’s wish. Jennifer won many contests, and soon her parents were advised to have her audition (试演) for The New Mickey Mouse Club, a Disney show. Jennifer tried out and landed her dream job. Many of Jennifer’s co­stars on the show went on to run after their careers. But after many years as a Disney child star, Jennifer didn’t feel ready for Hollywood just yet. “I just needed to grow up and grow wiser in order to be the artist I thought I was meant to be,” she said. Instead, Jennifer chose to go on to college — a decision her mother fully supported. Jennifer’s parents were supportive throughout her career and schooling. But her mom was her champion — a constant source of support. Unfortunately, when Jennifer was 24 years old, her mom passed away. “The biggest light and fan was gone, the person who’d reminded me that I was unique and valuable. I was kind of lost,” she said. The next several years grew very dark. She began feeling herself lonely. She felt lifeless and purposeless. Much as Jennifer still missed her mother, she realized she should get her life back to normal. She’s now pursuing a new career in music. She also spends her time coaching young artists. She encourages them to put fame at the bottom of their list. 5．What do we know about Jennifer from Paragraph 2? A．She loved her mother deeply. B．She had a natural talent for acting. C．Her parents didn’t support her acting career. D．Her mother was for her decision from the very beginning. 6．What was special about Jennifer compared with other Disney child stars? A．She was much wiser than them. B．She kept practicing her acting skills. C．She got herself ready for Hollywood. D．She decided to continue her education. 7．What made Jennifer suffer greatly? A．The death of her mother. B．The loss of support from her family. C．The failure to become a Hollywood star. D．The lack of courage to pursue her career. 8．Which of the following is Jennifer’s advice to young artists? A．Never forget the social duty. B．It is important to earn fame in the career. C．Never think too much about being famous. D．Get away from sorrow as soon as possible. Passage 3 （22-23高二上·全国·期中）Hello everyone! Meet my new friend Marco.He says Ciao! This means hello in his language. Marco traveled with me this month. When he showed me his country on the map, I was attracted by its shape. It looks like a high-heeled boot(高跟靴) in the Mediterranean Sea that’s kicking a strange-shaped ball. Can you find the name of this ball on the world map? Marco told me that he loves cars and that his country is well-known for super-fast cars like Ferrari,Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo, and Maserati. Isn’t it cool? The people also love soccer here.They call it “Calcio.” He told me that they have won four World Cups. The most recent win was in 2006! When he shared this with me, he was very excited and full of pride. We visited the country’s capital and I was amazed to find that it was more than 2500 years old! We walked around and soon it was time for dinner. Marco told me that people there eat pasta (意大利面食) at least once a day. The different sauces and toppings(酱汁和佐料)mean they never get bored of it. Also, they love including seasonal vegetables in their dinners. I couldn’t wait to enjoy the pizza and pasta with different toppings and sauces. The cappuccino and focaccia bread also made me happy. It’s no wonder that the world has adopted (采用) so much of their food! The people in this country celebrate many holidays and enjoy eating big meals with their family. The festive atmosphere (节日氛围) makes everyone happy. I was lucky to travel to this country in March and enjoy the Bologna Children’s Book Fair, or La fiera del Libro per Ragazzi. It is held for four days every year. We also visited the Colosseum, Panthon, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which was really wonderful!Before I said goodbye to Marco, I made a promise to visit again. Can you guess the name of this country? 9．What did the author mention to describe Marco’s country in the first paragraph? A．Its shape. B．Its population. C．Its industries. D．Its national sport. 10．How did Marco feel when he brought up soccer? A．Sad. B．Proud. C．Worried. D．Thankful. 11．What can we infer about the food in Marco’s country? A．It is mixed with a lot of foreign food. B．It has spread around the world. C．It makes Marco feel bored. D．It is very simple. 12．What is the purpose of the text? A．To show a friendship. B．To celebrate a festival. C．To introduce a country. D．To explain a cultural difference. Passage 4 （24-25高二上·江苏南通·期中）From what color to paint the kitchen to the origin of a famous quote, or even something as small as what to have for dinner, I loved to argue about what was right. Day or night, I was ready to argue with whoever was unlucky enough to strike up a conversation with me. My challengers included my children, my wife, friends and even strangers. This habit had often caused trouble in my family. There were moments when my marriage became tense and my kids grew distant. The longest fight I had was with my parents, and it dragged on for nearly a year. Even small disagreements had the potential to blow up. One afternoon, I was playing a board game with my granddaughter when she made a move that broke the rules. I corrected her, but she ended up making the same mistake again. I read the rules out loud and asked if she got it this time. She smiled at me and shook her head. “Grandpa. why are you so hyped (微动的)?” she asked. “It’s just a game. We’re here to have fun, aren’t we?” Something about her words really hit home. We weren’t there to be right; we were there to enjoy ourselves. What truly mattered was our bond and the moments we shared. My drive to win hadn’t really been about seeking the truth, but about showing I was better than everyone else. I wanted people to see me as the most capable person in the room. What I came to realize was that my behavior was having the opposite effect. I was gaining no respect or appreciation by doing this. And the more I practiced, the better I mastered the art of keeping quiet. What I could never have anticipated was just how much my overall happiness would improve by simply listening calmly to others without interrupting. It taught me a newfound tolerance of difference. When I don’t agree with someone, a neutral response such as “Who knows? Maybe.” can work, too. 13．What can we say about the author in the past? A．He disliked socializing with others. B．He often drew lessons from discussions. C．He was very defensive about his weakness. D．He was fond of arguing over right and wrong. 14．What’s the surrounding people’s attitude towards the author’s habit? A．Unconcerned. B．Annoyed. C．Supportive. D．Tolerant. 15．What happened to the author after a game with his granddaughter? A．He stopped seeking the truth. B．He began to reflect on his behavior. C．He lost interest in playing any games. D．He became more unforgiving afterwards. 16．What can we infer from the author’s experience? A．Facts speak louder than words. B．Winning turns out all that counts. C．Arguing strengthens emotional bonds. D．Listening creates harmony with others. Passage 5 （2023高二上·北京·期中）In 2009 in a small town, Todd Bol came up with an idea to share his mother’s love of reading with others. Bol’s mother had been a teacher who had loved reading. He decided to build a wooden box and fill it with books. Bol placed the box of books on a post in his front yard with a sign that read “Free Books”. Soon his neighbours noticed this tiny model of a “schoolhouse”. They began taking the books and replacing them with books of their own. The tiny library allowed people the opportunity to “check out” books day or night. Bol’s friends and neighbours wanted little libraries of their own. Bol built several and gave them away. One of his friends, Rick, believed that Bol’s little libraries could benefit more than just local friends and neighbours. With these ideas in mind, Bol and Rick came up with a plan to build over 2,500 Little Free Libraries around the world. They believed that books should be available to all people, no matter where they live or what their background is. To help achieve their goal, Bol and Rick created a website that provides information about the Little Free Libraries and how people can establish little libraries of their own. Thanks to Bol and Rick, the Little Free Libraries are encouraging people to read more. They didn’t just provide books. They also helped build friendships and a sense of belonging among community members. As more and more people visited Bol’s little library, they began talking with one another. They shared thoughts, ideas, and stories. They got to know one another. Everyone loved the little library. After all, as Bol says, “It’s a magic box with books. People tell us all the time that they’ve met more people in a week than they have in a lifetime.” Today there are more than 25,000 Little Free Libraries around the world, and they can be found on almost every continent. 17．From whom did Todd Bol get the idea of Little Free Libraries? A．His mother. B．His teacher. C．His neighbours. D．His friends. 18．Bol and Rick created a website mainly to ______. A．make more money B．establish online libraries C．replace paper books with e-books D．provide information and guidance 19．What have the Little Free Libraries brought to the community? A．New buildings. B．More visitors. C．Friendly relationships. D．Green environment. 20．What can we learn from the story? A．Well begun, half done. B．Don’t judge a book by its cover. C．A friend in need is a friend indeed. D．Little people can make a big difference. 考点3 说明文 Passage 1 （24-25高二上·福建厦门·期中）Walt Disney is credited for creating such wonderful things as Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse. However, he cannot take the credit for creating other well - loved characters, such as Cinderella and Snow White. They are almost automatically associated with Disney because Disney turned old fables into cartoon movies. The original Cinderella varies very much from the Disney version we know today. It started off with the girl mourning her mother’s death and going to her tomb three times a day. In addition, there were only birds that helped Cinderella; there was no such thing as a fairy godmother or helpful mice, nor was there mention of a horse and carriage. The stepsisters were cruel: they always threw Cinderella’ s food into the ashes of the fire, and made her sleep on the ashes on the floor, hence her name. In the original story, the king’s ball actually lasted for three days. With the help of the birds, the girl, beautifully dressed, danced with the prince on all three nights and the prince fell in love with her. However, she broke away from him to rush back home each night. On the last night, the prince placed something sticky on the stairs; as Cinderella made her escape, a shoe got stuck on it. Here now is where the story becomes unpleasant: when the prince went to the house looking for the girl whose foot fit the shoe, the wicked stepmother told one of her two daughters to cut off her big toe to fit into the shoe. The daughter did as told. So the prince took her away to be his bride. But, when they passed the tomb of Cinderella’s mother, the birds called out to the prince, “Turn and peep, there’s blood within the shoe; The shoe is too small, the true bride waits for you.” Realizing he had been tricked, the prince returned the daughter to her mother; the other then had to cut off part of her heel in order to fit into the shoe, with the same result. Only Cinderella’ s foot fit perfectly and so the prince chose to marry her. The story ends with the wedding day: as Cinderella’s two stepsisters followed her, pretending to be devoted to her so that they could enjoy the king’s riches, two birds flew by and plucked (啄) out their eyes. Because of their wickedness and falsehood, they had to spend the rest of their days blind. The original Cinderella is so different from the Disney version. Thank goodness Disney made such changes; it indeed was a wise move. 1．What dose the underlined word “They” in the first paragraph refer to? A．Such wonderful things. B．Other well-loved characters. C．Old fables. D．Cartoon movies. 2．How did Cinderella get her name? A．The birds came up with it. B．It was given by Disney. C．It came from the word “ash”. D．She got it from her mother. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the original story? A．Helpful mice got Cinderella a beautiful dress. B．The ball was held to celebrate the prince’s wedding. C．Cinderella left her shoe on the stairs on purpose. D．The birds told the prince that he had been cheated. 4．The moral of the original story is that ______. A．a wicked person cannot escape punishment B．a devoted person certainly deserves respect C．a well-behaved child earns a great reward D．a dishonest child cannot get mother love Passage 2 （22-23高二上·河南郑州·期中）“Have a nice day!” may be a pleasant gesture or a meaningless expression. When my friend Crystal says “Have a nice day” with a smile, I know she sincerely cares about what happens to me. I feel loved and secure since another person cares about me and wishes me well. “Have a nice day. Next!” This version of the expression is spoken by a salesgirl at the supermarket who is rushing me and my groceries out the door. The words come out in the same tone with a fixed procedure. They are spoken at me, not to me. Obviously, the concern for my day and everyone else’s is the management’s attempt to increase business. The expression is one of those behaviors that help people get along with each other. Sometimes it indicates the end of a meeting. As soon as you hear it, you know the meeting is at an end. Sometimes the expression saves us when we don’t know what to say. “Oh, you just had a tooth out? I’m terribly sorry, but have a nice day.” The expression can be pleasant. If a stranger says “Have a nice day!” to you, you may find it heart-warming because someone you don’t know has tried to be nice to you. Although the use of the expression is an insincere, meaningless social custom at times, there is nothing wrong with the sentence except that it is a little uninteresting. The salesgirl, the waitress, the teacher, and all the countless others who speak it without thinking may not really care about my day. But in a strange and comfortable way, it’s nice to know they care enough to pretend they care when they really don’t care all that much. While the expression may not often be sincere, it is always spoken. The point is that people say it all the time when they like. 5．How does the author understand Crystal’s words? A．Crystal encourages the author to stay happy. B．Crystal really worries about the author’s security. C．Crystal shows her anxiety to the author. D．Crystal really wishes the author a good day. 6．What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 mean? A．The salesgirl cares about me. B．The salesgirl says the words as a routine. C．The salesgirl is rude. D．The salesgirl is bored. 7．According to the last paragraph, people say “Have a nice day” ________. A．as a habit B．encouragingly C．sincerely D．as thanks 8．What is the best title for the text? A．Have a Nice Day—a Heart-warming Greeting B．Have a Nice Day—a Polite Ending of a Conversation C．Have a Nice Day—a Social Custom D．Have a Nice Day—a Pleasant Habit Passage 3 （21-22高二上·湖北武汉·期中）There are more species of beetles than any other form of life. About 380 000 species of beetles are known to exist, and more are discovered all the time. There are several theories about why there are so many beetles, but fossils evidence shows that beetle species die out less than other animals, Beetle species exist in such huge number because beetles are true survivors. They refuse to die out. One of the reasons beetles survive so well is their body design. Most beetle species have two pairs of wings. The front pair of a beetle’s wings are hard and thick. They are not used for flying. These protect the back set of wings and the beetle’s stomach. Instead, some species of beetles have lost the ability to fly, but they are still equipped with front wings. The wings protect the beetle’s soft parts from harm. These features help protect beetles, which makes them less likely to die out if they are faced with new predators (捕食性动物). Beetles can also eat a wide range of foods. Beetle species live all over the world, and they have many different types of food available to them. Most beetles are omnivores. That means they eat both plants and animals. Their mixed diets help beetles adapt to many different habitats. Over the course of time, food sources, like certain plants and animals, do not exist anymore. Others spring up. The beetle survives because it can find something to eat, no matter what. Finally, beetles are good at moving quickly over long distance. Any change in an animal’s environment can be dangerous to it. For example, many species died out during the Ice Age, when Earth’s temperature dropped for a long time. However, some species can avoid dangerous environment changes by moving to a new place. Research shows that beetles respond quickly to shifts in temperature. They can move to safer environments. Beetles’ bodies and habits help give them an edge over other creatures. They are unlikely to die out. As a result, beetles make up nearly one quarter of all animal species. There are more types of beetles on Earth than there are types of plants. Some types of beetles that exist today were around during the Permian period of history, 284 million years ago. Beetles, clearly, are here to stay. 9．What is important about a beetle’s front wings? A．They are used to catch the prey. B．They enable the beetle to fly. C．They help the beetle move quickly. D．They protect the soft body parts. 10．How do beetles respond to changes of habitats? A．They are adaptable to the food change. B．They can change their body temperature. C．They are adaptable to the freezing cold weather. D．They can use their wings to fight against the cold. 11．What is the most probable title of the passage? A．The Ice Age affected the beetles B．Different habitats affected the beetles C．Beetles: the six-legged survivors D．Beetles: the unique predators Passage 4 （23-24高二下·山东枣庄·期中）Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to develop more efficient methods of farming in order to fight global warming. Global warming threatens every aspect of our everyday lives, including crop production. It will reduce the soil moisture (水分), especially in areas close to the equator and greatly affect the crop production. Climate change harms poorer countries that do not have money to import food. The result is food shortage. However, agriculture is not just affected by global warming. Agriculture is part of a vicious cycle in which farming leads to global warming, which in turn destroys agricultural production. The process of clearing land for agriculture results in widespread deforestation and contributes to 40 percent of global methane (甲烷) production. Therefore, to deal with climate change, it is necessary to ensure efficient, environmentally-conscious farming. This is where AI enters the scene. Farmers use AI for methods such as precision agriculture, monitoring crop moisture, soil composition, and temperature in growing areas, and enabling farmers to increase production by learning how to take care of their crops and determine the ideal amount of water to use. Furthermore, this technology may help reduce deforestation by allowing humans to grow food in urban areas. It could be especially beneficial for countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, where much of the population lives in cities. However, AI is far from a silver bullet — it could actually contribute to global warming as well. Due to the large amount of data that AI needs to process, training a single AI releases five times the emissions that an average car would give off during its lifetime. Further, securing access to AI on a global scale may pose some challenges. Countries will need experts in the field who can successfully use the technology and Internet connection, neither of which are always readily available. Therefore, there is still a long way for developing countries to take advantage of the benefits of AI. Given these concerns, global leaders must consider the potential costs, and the environmental consequences of data processing before developing AI for use in agriculture. 12．What is the purpose of Paragraph 2? A．To advocate greener farming. B．To show the importance of forestation. C．To promote low-carbon living. D．To analyze impacts of global warming. 13．In which aspect can farmers apply Al in crop production? A．Reducing soil pollution. B．Precision farming. C．Solving the food problem. D．Expanding farmland. 14．What do the underlined words “silver bullet” mean in paragraph 4? A．A big fortune. B．A risky attempt. C．A costly method. D．A perfect solution. 15．What’s the author’s attitude to the use of Al in farming? A．Critical. B．Optimistic. C．Cautious. D．Confident. Passage 5 （22-23高二上·江苏南京·期中）There’s a continuing controversy over whether electric vehicles should produce sounds to let the blind and other pedestrians know they’re on the scene. Some think those sounds should be standardized—like the “beep, beep, beep” of heavy machinery backing up, so you’ll think “something heavy is coming this way” when you hear it — and some think any sound will do.     This is a serious subject. Plug-in hybrid cars (电混动力车) and battery electric vehicles are super-quiet, and a study at the University of California, Riverside concludes that people listening to recordings on headphones can hear a regular gas car coming from 28 feet away, but a hybrid in battery mode only when it’s 7 feet away. In response, the European Union has put new rules into play: all new electric vehicle models must have a sound-producing device, which sounds like a traditional engine. Starting in 2021, all new electric vehicles of any model will need the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System or AVAS. That sound will come into play when the car is traveling backwards or when it’s traveling at less than 12 miles an hour — speeds at which cars are more likely to be mixing with pedestrians.    That’s a nice start, say representatives for the blind, but more is needed. “We’re calling on the government to take this announcement further by requiring AVAS on all existing electric and hybrid vehicles and ensuring drivers have them switched on,” John Welsman, guide dog owner and Guide Dogs staff member, said in a statement. Drivers in most cases have the ability to shut off the device when needed. My guess is that they will eventually be standardized so your mind will automatically register “electric car” when you hear it. And that’s probably a good thing to reduce the mayhem (混乱) on the roads. 16．How does the author show “electric cars are quiet” in Paragraph 2? A．By making a classification. B．By making a comparison. C．By analyzing cause and effect. D．By setting down general rules. 17．What can be learned about the AVAS? A．It was developed by the European Union. B．It was designed for inexperienced drivers. C．It consists of a sound-producing device and an engine. D．It warns pedestrians of the coming of an electric car. 18．What does John Welsman think of the new rules? A．They are too strict for drivers. B．They are too complex to follow. C．They need further improvement. D．They hardly allow for any flexibility. 19．Which of the following can be the best title of the passage? A．Electric cars with a standardized sound-producing device. B．A new type of electric car on sale. C．Problems with the electric cars. D．Quiet electric cars. 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $