专题04 阅读理解（应用文+记叙文）（期末真题汇编，天津专用）高三英语上学期

专题04 阅读理解（应用文与记叙文） 主题01 人与自我——生活与学习 （2024-2025 学年高三上・五区县・期末） British Library Events ● Imagine with Us Join us on our imagination-fuelled family day. Build, dance and play as you explore new possibilities, experience different ideas and cultures, and have fun with your family. End the day curled up in our family reading corner and sensory zone. All kinds of books are available throughout the day. Time: 14 June, 12:00-16:00. Price: Free. ● Sound and Vision This session, for readers with a current Reader Pass, provides an introduction to our audiovisual (视听的) collections and the way to access them. Are you interested in non-print media? The Library has over 6 million sound and moving image recordings, including all types of music, wildlife, drama, literature, oral history and collections of radio broadcasts. Some of the recordings date from the late nineteenth century. They can be accessed in our Reading Rooms, either digitally or via our Listening & Viewing Service. Time: 16 June, 14:00-15:00. Price: Free. ● Old English Master Class Join our introduction to Old English. We’ll explore Old English in its cultural context and will help you develop skills in analyzing and drawing meanings from set texts through accessible exercises and close reading. Over the weekend you’ll gain an understanding of the journey of the English language — from Old English into Middle English and later Modern English. Time: 20 June, 10:30-21 June, 17:00. Price: Full Price: £185.00, Student: 20% off. ● Illuminations (彩饰) Master Class Illuminated manuscripts (手稿) are among the most shining and attractive objects ever created. Join the famous illuminator Patricia Lovett in our one-day master class, and create your own Middle-Ages-style artworks — inspired by the Library’s breathtaking collections. Time: 27 June, 10:00-17:00. Price: Full Price: £110.00, Student:30% off. 36．Which event can you attend if you are available before June 15? A．Imagine with Us. B．Sound and Vision. C．Old English Master Class. D．Illuminations Master Class. 37．What are readers required to do to participate in Sound and Vision? A．Prepare an old story to share. B．Arrive before 4 pm on June 16. C．Have a recorder of high quality. D．Bring their current Reader Pass. 38．What do Imagine with Us and Sound and Vision have in common? A．They require applicants to have IT skills. B．They are both suitable for families. C．They aim to encourage creativity. D．They are both free of charge. 39．What can visitors do in the Old English Master Class? A．See a member of the British royal family. B．Learn the history of the English language. C．Acquire an Old English book free of charge. D．Join an Old English program about British culture. 40．Who will be likely to attend Patricia Lovett’s class? A．A writer who is interested in fine art. B．A student who is fond of video games. C．A language learner who intends to perfect his pronunciation. D．A computer expert who wants to improve his programming ability. （2024-2025 学年高三上・耀华中学・期末） One of the best ways to make a difference in the life of a child is becoming a teacher. Here are some great scholarships and grant (助学金)opportunities to get the ball rolling on your dreams of becoming a teacher. Prezell Robinson Scholarship Program While this scholarship is available only to students in the state of North Carolina, it is so incredibly helpful that many students choose to study in the state for the sole purpose of receiving it. It is offered to college students who come from low-income families that are interested in pursuing a long term career in education at any level. Straightforward Teacher Program This is one of the most popular and unique scholarships available for students working towards becoming teachers. The foundation offers their scholarships every three months as opposed to each year. During each payment, four students receive a $500 scholarship each. New York State Scholarship Program Officials in the state of New York founded this program to award students who want to give back to their community through their ability to teach. The catch for this scholarship is that the students must be pursuing a teaching career in mathematics or science at the secondary level. Also, because the program was designed to improve the education system in New York, the candidates must sign a service contract agreeing to work full time within the state for a minimum of five years after graduation. Coca-Cola Scholarships You may have many opportunities for grants and scholarships through The Coca Cola Foundation. There is the Coca Cola Teaching Foundation that will provide free money for students pursuing an education in the teaching field. This is the most obvious one for teachers, but do not be afraid to check out their other offers. Funds for Teachers Not all scholarships or grants are for students entering or already in college. The Funds for Teachers scholarships are for graduates who are already working in the field, but want to improve their possibilities, skills and education in an effort to increase their ability to teach the students who cross their path more effectively. Teachers in PreK through 12th grade are applicable (适用的)no matter where they teach or what subject they specialize in. 36．The reason why many students from other states choose to study in North Carolina is ______. A．that they can gain admission more easily in this state B．that they can pursue a long term career in education C．that they can become eligible for a particular scholarship D．that there are many prestigious universities in this state 37．How many students may get funding each year according to Straightforward Teacher Program? A．Four B．Sixteen C．Eight D．Twelve 38．People awarded scholarship on the New York State Scholarship Program must ______. A．teach primary school mathematics or science classes in the state of New York B．be contracted to teach in the state of New York for at most 5 years upon graduation C．work for the betterment of the education system in NY for a certain period of time D．be willing to give back to their community through part-time teaching programs 39．Who can be considered to receive the Funds For Teachers scholarship? A．All graduates, regardless of gender, race or religious beliefs. B．Students who are working as part-time or full-time teachers. C．Newly-hired college teachers pursuing better teachings skills. D．Graduates who’ve just landed a teaching position in high school. 40．What does the passage mainly talk about? A．How to roll the ball on one’s dream of becoming a teacher. B．Methods of applying for teaching scholarships and grants. C．Five great scholarships and grants for future teachers. D．Teaching scholarships and grant opportunities available. 主题02 人与自我——做人与做事 （2024-2025 学年高三上・西青区・期末） Jason knelt on the baseball field, spotting a small piece of green among the yellow and brown winter grass. He touched it lightly, recognizing the first signs of spring. His eyes drifted to second base, where his team’s season had ended last year. He recalled warming up for the big playoff game, the stands filled with parents and students. The Northglenn Knights were facing the West Hills Hornets, with the winner moving to the city’s Junior League Championship. Jason felt great, joking with teammates and showing off during warm-up drills. “Knock it off, Jason,” Coach Fowler warned. As usual, Jason paid little attention. He was the Knights’ best player and knew Coach wouldn’t put him on the bench in a playoff game. Confident in his “natural talent”, he didn’t try as hard as the other players. But he was shocked when Coach left him on the bench. As the game progressed, Jason began to worry that Coach had had enough. When the Knights came to bat for the last time, Coach Fowler called him. “Grab a bat. You’ re in for Reuben.” “Don’t worry, Coach,” Jason replied. “I’ll get a hit.” “Keep your focus. The team is counting on you,” Coach warned. Jason walked confidently to the plate with a smile. Despite his playful behavior, he managed to hit the ball, allowing two teammates to score and giving the Knights the lead. As the team took the field again, Jason felt assured that the Knights would secure their spot in the championship with just three more outs. The first two outs were easy, but then a batter hit the ball towards Jason. While he was looking for his friends in the crowd, Jason missed the catch. The ball went into the outfield, allowing two Hornet players to score and ending the Knights’ season. Feeling terrible, Jason promised to change. He worked hard to improve, helped Coach with equipment, and volunteered at the park. He finally understood being part of a team, working alongside others to achieve a common goal. Now, as a few pieces of grass emerged from the cold ground, Jason felt his spirits lift. He couldn’t wait for the new season. “Won’t be long now,” Coach Fowler said, walking up behind him. “It sure was a long winter,” Jason replied. “Yes, it was,” Coach Fowler said, “but I’m seeing signs of change.” When Jason looked up again, though, Coach Fowler wasn’t looking at the new spring grass. He was looking at Jason. 41．How did Jason feel during the warm-up drills before the big playoff game? A．Nervous and anxious. B．Tired and unmotivated. C．Confident and lighthearted. D．Angry and frustrated. 42．What unexpected action did Coach Fowler take during the playoff game? A．He asked Jason to play a different position. B．He gave a motivational speech to the team. C．He benched Jason. D．He invited parents onto the field. 43．What mistake did Jason make during the game? A．He threw the ball to the wrong base. B．He missed the catch while looking for his friends. C．He forgot to run to second base. D．He cheered before the game was over. 44．What would the best title for the passage? A．Signs of Change B．Jason’s Promise C．The Missed Catch D．The Coach’s Challenge 45．How will Jason most likely be described in the upcoming baseball season? A．Patient. B．Courageous. C．Generous. D．Committed. （2024-2025 学年高三上・南开区・期末） My birth was a little more dramatic than the standard way a baby enters the world. Within minutes of coming out, I was moved away into another room while doctors gave my parents the difficult news: I was born missing my left hand. I’m sure it was quite shocking for them. An entire hand was just…not there? Indeed, that announcement of my limb (肢体) difference would come to define the rest of my life, and it might have been a disaster if it hadn’t been for what happened next. I’m told that a nurse bundled (捆绑) me up, took me back into the room, placed me in my mother’s arms and instructed: “You will take her home. You will love her. You will raise her like you would any child. You will treat her as normal.” My parents took that words seriously, and for the most part, it was great. I played sports, acted in theater, excelled in school, participated in student government and had playdates with friends. While I did get some stares and “polite” questions about my disability, I am lucky because I wasn’t made fun of for my limb difference. That fact that I was different hit me hard my first day of high school. I was 13, an age when kids are already very self-conscious. I remember getting on the school bus and one of the other kids stared just a little too long at my left arm. The staring unnerved (使感到不安) me in a way it never had before, and I felt a sudden urge to hide my hand, so I slipped it into my pocket. I told myself that I’d just hide it that one day, while I was trying to make friends. But one day of hiding turned into a week, which turned into a month, which became years — 25 of them to be exact. I spent the next two decades keeping my limb difference hidden at all times. I’d keep it in my pocket, cover it with extra-long sleeves or hide it behind bags or underneath jackets. Everyone I shared this with — friend, co-worker or boyfriend — took it well and said kind things like, “You shouldn’t hide it” or “It’s no big deal.” But their words didn’t matter to me. Interestingly enough, it was a date that convinced me to stop hiding my limb difference. When I was 38 years old, exhausted of hiding and so lonely, I met someone special. The combination of me finally feeling ready to unhide and his willingness to go through the unhiding process with me was exactly what I needed. For the first time in my life, I allowed someone to really hold my limb, look at it, take pictures of it, touch it, love it — love me. From that point on, I saw my limb difference as something unique and beautiful about me, something that should be shown, not hidden. 41．What was the difference between the author’s birth and other ordinary children? A．She was a natural for drama. B．She was born in an unusual way. C．She was born without a left hand. D．The manner of her birth shocked her parents. 42．How did the author feel about what the nurse said to her parents when she was born? A．Grateful. B．Thrilled. C．Regrotful. D．Doubtful. 43．The underlined sentence “But their words didn’t matter to me.” in Paragraph 5 can be understood as ________. A．The author didn’t care about anything people say around her. B．Their words did not change the author’s behavior. C．What they said had nothing to do with the author. D．What they said did not hurt the author. 44．Since when did the author keep her limb difference hidden? A．The moment she met her lover. B．The day she started high school. C．When she was trying to make friends. D．When she participated in student government. 45．What made her decide to stop hiding her limb difference? A．Tired of hiding and being so alone. B．The decision to try a new life. C．Meeting true love. D．Eating a date. （2024-2025 学年高三上・部分区・期末） Last Saturday. David was taking a walk in the park near his home when he noticed a woman with a boy of about eight years old. When David passed them, he heard the woman yell, “How stupid you are! You’re good at nothing.” The boy said nothing. He just stood there, looking upset, which reminded David of his middle school days. After he entered middle school, David lacked self-confidence because he was often made fun of by others. He was often told that he was good at nothing, which David believed. But one day it all changed. One day, in an English writing class, Mrs Brown asked them to read a novel. They were asked to write a new chapter for the novel after they finished reading the book. A few days later, David handed in his story. He didn’t give it much thought. But the next day, to his surprise, the comment “Well done” from Mrs Brown came into view the moment he turned to the page where the story was written. Encouraged by Mrs. Brown’s feedback, David began writing short stories and seeking her advice. She always corrected his mistakes and provided valuable suggestions. Over time, David’s confidence grew, and he eventually joined the school newspaper as an editor. After graduating from college, David continued writing and eventually published his first book. His success as a writer was largely due to Mrs. Brown’s encouragement. Without her support, he might have had a very different life. Inspired by his own life story, David decided to do something for that boy. He approached the woman and her son, smiling warmly. He introduced himself and gently spoke to the boy, “You know, I used to feel the same way, but someone believed in me, and it changed everything. You have potential too, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.” The boy’s eyes lit up with a glimmer of hope, and David left knowing he had planted a seed of confidence that might one day grow into a mighty oak. The mother, upon hearing David’s story, felt ashamed of her behavior and realized the impact her words had on her son. David’s encounter with the boy reminded him of the power of encouragement and the difference it can make in someone’s life. He vowed to continue spreading positivity and confidence wherever he went. 41．How did the boy feel after hearing the woman’s words? A．Unhappy and bothered. B．Confident and calm. C．Joyful and relaxed. D．Uncomfortable and angry. 42．Why did David lack self-confidence in middle school? A．He was often abused by his classmates. B．He was often laughed at by others. C．He didn’t like his teachers. D．He had learning disabilities. 43．How did Mrs. Brown’s comment affect David? A．It made him angry. B．It made him sad. C．It gave him self-confidence. D．It gave him enough experience. 44．According to David, what was the reason for his success? A．His own talent and hard work. B．His parents’ support and deep love. C．Mrs. Brown’s encouragement. D．Mrs. Brown’s constant complaint. 45．How did the mother feel upon hearing David’s story? A．Proud of her son for the success. B．Happy that David had changed. C．Indifferent to the entire situation. D．Regretful about her behavior. （2024-2025 学年高三上・河北区・期末） They say eyes are the windows to the soul. Yet behind the “windowpane (窗玻璃)” of my left eye, there was a leak that caused nearly unbearable pain. I was diagnosed with Coats’ disease (外层渗出性视网膜病变) at 8. My life was consumed by pain and worsening vision. Despite taking medicine and undergoing three surgeries, nothing improved. Eventually, my diseased eye had to be removed. I was excited to get rid of it since that meant I could get a normal-looking prosthetic eye (义眼) and I would be free of pain. But actually, I hated the way my eye looked almost more than the pain it gave me. I just wanted to be normal and fit in. I was sick of all the stares and questions. At 18, my eye removal surgery finally took place. The recovery was hard. My eyelid was swollen for a whole week. Yet once the swelling had gone down and the healing was done: No more pain. However, walking around without an eye was awkward, and a new kind of pain appeared — a realization that I would never be like everyone else. To deal with this, I turned pain into humor and art.`I wore eye patches (眼罩), styled my hair over the empty space, called myself “emo”, and made jokes. Within a month, I visited a prosthetic eye expert. She made me an eye that looked exactly like my other eye. This experience was liberating, and the shame of being different began to disappear. When the new eye was put in place, I joyfully took countless selfies. I felt like the window to my soul had been fixed. I had another eye made that has a butterfly where the pupil (瞳孔) sits. I feel like I’ve turned my suffering into art. It has become self-expression. I wear my butterfly eye for special occasions to make me stand out. I’ve come to realize that standing out is not a bad thing. I turned my pain into freedom. I’m learning to accept who I am — the one-eyed girl. The window to my soul isn’t broken; it’s just custom-made. 41．What did Coats’ disease result in for the author in her life? A．It led to eye removal. B．It avoided social interactions. C．It has no significant impact on life. D．It resulted in enhanced athletic abilities. 42．Why did the author feel excited about the removal of her diseased eye? A．She was eager to have better vision. B．She wanted to look different from others. C．She expected to get a cool prosthetic eye. D．She hoped to look more like everyone else. 43．How did the author overcome her “new pain” after her eye was removed? A．By avoiding social interactions. B．By seeking help from a support group. C．By using humor and art to express herself. D．By constantly changing her prosthetic eye. 44．How does the author ultimately view her identity? A．As a unique individual who stands out. B．As someone constantly struggling with pain. C．As someone who can adjust to her environment. D．As an ordinary person with an extraordinary story. 45．What does the story convey? A．The social shame associated with wearing a prosthetic eye. B．The medical details and consequences of Coats’ disease. C．The pressure to obey and the challenges of standing out. D．The shift from challenges to self-acceptance. （2024-2025 学年高三上・五区县・期末） As I’ve grown older, my connection to nature has become stronger. Recently, I was fortunate to spend a good part of a week immersed in the wilderness, following the teachings of my father from my childhood. Ever since I was 10, my sister, father, and I would load up his canoe (独木舟) with supplies and venture into the heart of Algonquin Park. There were years when I ignored the call of Algonquin, caught up in the busyness of life — graduate school, and raising young children. It all felt overwhelming. But as time passed, my children grew older, and the call of Algonquin grew louder. With the support of my family, I finally heeded that call again, and started planning to take part in one of our family trips there. My family’s expertise in the outdoors has been invaluable for such trips. My sister, a teacher, carefully plans our trips while my dad, a skilled outdoorsman, effortlessly handles tasks like setting up camp and preparing meals. And my husband is really strong and good at moving things around. But, as the trip got closer, my husband suddenly hurt his leg. And suddenly, I was faced with managing the first part of the trip as the only adult. Could I drive my daughters, alone, to Algonquin’s remote north boundary to meet my dad and stepmom? Could I steer (驾驶) the canoe? Could I carry the canoe? I had driven across Canada, alone, in my twenties, well before Google Maps. I was pretty sure I could steer if we kept to smaller lakes that were less likely to become windswept. But I feared carrying a canoe. Plus, lifting it onto my shoulders seemed impossible for someone of my strength. But Algonquin was calling me. I channeled the fearless independence of my younger self and called Dad. “If we shorten the route and I find a lightweight canoe, the girls and I are coming,” I told him. With guidance from YouTube and my sister, I mastered the technique of lifting the canoe onto my shoulders and on the day, I unloaded it without a hitch. The trip was serene. I was reunited with the beauty of Algonquin — the majestic red pines, serene lakes, and the sense of peace that comes with being in the wilderness. This journey felt like a pilgrimage (朝圣), reconnecting me with my adventurous younger self who isn’t extinct, just out of practice. 41．What contributed to my taking part in a family trip again? A．Ignorance of the call of Algonquin. B．Being caught up in the busyness of life. C．My children getting older and louder. D．Confidence in family and support from them. 42．Which of the following was the author confident of? A．Managing the first part of the trip. B．Steering canoe in small and calm lakes. C．Carrying the canoe by herself. D．Lifting the canoe onto her shoulders. 43．What kind of person can we learn about the author? A．Independent and humorous. B．Pessimistic and unmotivated. C．Nature-loving and adventurous. D．Ambitious and self-confident. 44．What message is mainly conveyed in the text? A．It’s never too late for a woman to take a risk. B．Your family is there for you whatever happens. C．You should find and stick to what you are good at. D．Reunion with nature brings back one’s real self. 主题03 人与社会——科学与技术 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河北区・期末） Getting into computer science is challenging but exciting. If you like solving tech problems and creating with computers, there are great contests that can prove how good you are and help you take your computer skills to a higher level. Bebras Bebras is a computing competition where each participant gets 45 minutes to answer15 multiple-choice questions on computational and logical thinking. Students complete the challenge at school, and they can track how their computer science skills grow over time. * Eligibility requirements (资格要求): Any teacher can sign their students up for the competition and students from all backgrounds are welcome to join the competition. * Prizes: Your teacher can print certificates with your level of achievement. Congressional App Challenge In this computer science competition, individual students or groups of up to four design an app. The app can be created using any programming language and platform, and it can be on any theme or topic. * Eligibility requirements: You must be a middle or high school student in a participating district. * Prizes: Winning apps are qualified to be displayed in the US Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives’ website. Winners are also invited to attend a reception on Capitol Hill and may be awarded additional sponsor prizes. International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) Each country sends a group of four students, who compete individually, to the two-day international competition. American students must win the USACO competition to be chosen to participate. * Eligibility requirements: You must be a secondary school student who wins your national competition. * Prizes: IOI officially only gives medals to the winners. However, the real prize is being able to write down“IOI winner” when you apply to a college, which will give you a big advantage in most top Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) college programs. USA Computing Olympiad (USACO) This well-known and well-regarded competition tests skills in areas such as programming problems that can be solved using various programming languages. Following the three online contests, students advance to the national “US Open” competition. From these results, the top 24 or so scorers are invited to a training camp in the early summer. At the end of the camp, the top four participants are invited to attend IOI. * Eligibility requirements: You must be a middle school or high school student in the US. * Prizes: Top four participants go on to compete at IOI. 36．Which competition is open to any student? A．Bebras. B．USA Computing Olympiad. C．Congressional App Challenge. D．International Olympiad in Informatics. 37．What can we know about Congressional App Challenge? A．The competition must be partıcipated in as a team. B．Winners get a scholarship to study computer science. C．Winning apps are presented in the US Capitol Building. D．The competition focuses on apps related to political topics. 38．How can American students be chosen for the IOI? A．By being chosen by their teachers. B．By winning the Bebras competition. C．By attending a summer training camp. D．By entering the top four in the USACO competition. 39．What kind of prize can winners of the IOI get? A．A job offer from a top technology company. B．Certificates with your level of achievement. C．Medals and recognition on college applications. D．An invitation to attend a reception on Capitol Hill. 40．Which of the following describes the competition procedure of the USACO? A．It allows participants to compete as a team. B．It helps students track their skills over time. C．Participants enter the top 24 without any contest. D．Participants have 3 online contests followed by the US Open. 主题04 人与社会——文学、艺术与体育 （2024-2025 学年高三上・南开区・期末） It’s certainly exciting to think about all the different options that could be explored in a story. But where to begin? Follow this step-by-step guide and writing tips to polish your creative writing skills. Step 1: Determine Your Setting Location is a very useful tool in novel-building. You should treat it as you would treat a character, allowing it to convey mood and letting it reveal more of itself over time. By selecting locations that excite you, you can transform relatively dull (乏味的) scenes into more attractive ones. Location can also provide the inspiration for scenes and can even shape the course of your story. All the research you conducted in the first phase of writing will come in handy during your first draft, when you find yourself needing to describe a particular street, park, or other scene set somewhere previously unfamiliar to you. Step 2: Make Memorable Characters Character and event are inseparable (不可分离的), because a person is what happens to them. Your job as a writer is to learn about your character by observing how they interact with the world around them. Characters — like real people — have hobbies, pets, histories, etc. It’s essential to your novel that you understand these aspects of your character so that you are equipped to understand how they may react under the pressures of events they encounter. Step 3: Understand the 2 Types of Conflict Every story is made up of both events and characters. A story happens because a pattern is interrupted. If you are writing about a day that is like any other day, it is most likely a routine, not a story. In order to be a story, something has to happen. We call what happens in a novel the plot. There are two types of conflict: 1. Internal conflict (a threat from within) 2. External conflict (a threat from outside) Both types of conflict create tension in a narrative (叙述) and help move the story forward. Conflict drives character development as well as plot. Your plot will develop naturally if you give your character a motivation, then throw obstacles (阻碍) in her way. 36．Which of the following statements about the location is TRUE? A．Location has nothing to do with shaping the story. B．Choosing a location you’re unfamiliar with will excite you. C．Location and character are of equal importance. D．The role of location is mainly reflected in the first draft. 37．According to the passage how to make memorable characters? A．By putting pressure on them. B．By watching them interact with the world around them. C．By creating unique scenes. D．By ignoring the characteristics of the characters and their environment. 38．What do we learn about from Paragraph 4? A．A story consists only of characters. B．Every day in a story is the same experience. C．Not all stories are made up of events and characters. D．A story is different from a routine, 39．The role of conflict in a story is to ________. A．drive the characters mad. B．create and drive the plot forward. C．introduce more characters naturally. D．set difficulties in the character’s way. 40．Where is the passage probably taken from? A．A learning website. B．A story book. C．A science fiction. D．A business magazine. （2024-2025 学年高三上・红桥区・期末） Welcome to the home page of the Photography World website. We offer a range of useful services for photographers and photography lovers. Camera Club Join our club and enjoy a range of benefits. You’ll get invitations to our regular events, such as members’ film shows, exhibitions and talks by experts. You can apply for Full membership, Associate membership or Junior membership. Full membership includes free entry to all events and 10% discount when ordering equipment online. Associate membership gives you half-price tickets to events. Junior membership(proof of age required) allows youngsters to enjoy the benefits of Full membership. Costs (per year): Full membership $20, Associate $12, Junior $10. Most new members joined as the result of recommendations from current members. Advice Center Take advantage of our Advice Center. Ask our experts your questions about cameras and photography. Whether you’ re looking for solutions to problems or fresh ideas for interesting photos, you’ll get response here. Simply email your questions to advice@ cameraclub.com or leave a recorded message on 0800-565656. We guarantee to send you a reply by email within five days. Please note that since we fail to provide information about repairs to cameras, you should contact the manufacturer about these. Competition Our competition is held every year and is a great chance for new and experienced photographers to win one of our great prizes, which range from albums to keep your photos in to one-day courses or a set of state-of-the-art camera equipment. Entries can only be accepted from members. They can be sent in prints, on a CD or memory stick, or by email. Please note that photos can’t be returned, so make sure you have copies. The topic—for example, wildlife, transport, people—is announced each year here on the website when the competition opens. 36．If you have Associate membership, how much should you pay for a 20-dollar ticket? A．$10. B．$12 C．$15 D．$20 37．What do you need to prove when applying for Junior membership? A．Health. B．Income. C．Age. D．Gender. 38．Which of the following CAN’T be obtained from the advice center? A．Solutions to problems about photography. B．Fresh ideas for interesting photos. C．Response to club members’ questions. D．Information about repairs to cameras. 39．How will the Advice Center inform you of its reply? A．By writing you a letter. B．By telling you in person. C．By telephoning you. D．By sending you an email. 40．What’s the requirement of the competition? A．Competitors must be experienced. B．Competitors must have membership. C．Competitors’ works must be sent by email. D．Competitors must have spare copies of their photos. （2024-2025 学年高三上・河东区・期末） Have you ever thought about writing your own fantasy novel? One of the best things you can do is to draw inspiration from others. Here are some of the best fantasy books for you. Sabriel by Garth Nix While attending a boarding school, Sabriel receives a package which contains bells, her father’s swords, and a message instructing her to stop a dangerous act on destroying the Old Kingdom’s magical rules. This classic fantasy provides readers with more adventures to explore. Also available from: Amazon; Walmart. Pet by Akwaeke Emezi This book is about ideas of justice, good and the bad. Jam lives in the town of Lucille, where the old statues have been torn down and the bad things no longer exist. But when a creature named Pet appears from one of her mother’s paintings, on the hunt for a monster, Jam will have to rethink all she’s been taught. Also available from: Amazon; Barnes & Noble. Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor Fans of Harry Potter will be swept away by this adventurous tale about four new friends who discover they have access to powerful magic. Born in New York City, Sunny Nwazue felt out of place and isolated until she was invited into a hidden world and handed a dangerous task. Also available from: Amazon; Walmart. Seraphina by Rachel Hartman This novel takes readers into a world where dragons and humans live side by side. Seraphina is half human and half dragon, with a dragon mother able to take human form and a human father who can’t stand dragons. Seraphina will probably become a teen fantasy classic. Also available from: Target. 36．Which book describes a creature hunting for a monster? A．Pet. B．Sabriel. C．Akata Witch. D．Seraphina. 37．Which character was born in the city of New York? A．Jam. B．Sabriel. C．Seraphina. D．Sunny Nwazue. 38．What is the main task Sabriel is instructed to do in the book “Sabriel” by Garth Nix? A．To attend a boarding school. B．To stop a dangerous act on destroying magical rules. C．To find her father’s swords. D．To explore more adventures. 39．Which book is likely to appeal to fans of Harry Potter? A．Sabriel by Garth Nix. B．Pet by Akwaeke Emezi. C．Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor. D．Seraphina by Rachel Hartman. 40．Where can you buy a copy of Seraphina? A．From Amazon. B．From Target. C．From Walmart. D．From Barnes & Noble. （2024-2025 学年高三上・部分区・期末） Subscription: How It Works Magazine How It Works is a science and technology magazine with exciting information about our universe and everything in it, covering a wide range of topics such as space, nature, science, animals and technology. What is inside? ·Global Eye — the latest news, developments and events from the world of science and technology. ·Features — our in-depth articles explain topics in an exciting and engaging way that everyone can understand. ·Brain Dump — get the answers to all your burning “how and why” questions in our reader Q&A section. ·How To — your guide to fun experiments and projects to try out at home. Why to subscribe? ·Big Savings As a subscriber, you’ll enjoy big savings on shop prices and the huge convenience of having every issue delivered hot off the press. There are no hidden costs and all postage and delivery costs are included in our prices. ·Never Miss an Issue Your subscription can be cancelled at any time within 14 days of the date of purchase. All members can manage their subscriptions via our self-service website pocketmags.com. Choose your preferred subscription package: Print: $8.93 per issue, $116.00 annually/ 13 issues Digital: $2.20 per issue, $28.00 annually/ 13 issues Print+ Digital: $9.31 per issue, $121.00 annually/ 13 issues Where to read the digital? Your purchase here at pocketmags.com can be read on any of the following platforms. You can read here on the website or download the app for your platform, just remember to log in with your Pocketmags username and password. Our promise to you: Best price guarantee: We’ll refund the difference if you find it cheaper elsewhere. You’re in control: Manage your subscription online via our dedicated self-service site. 36．Which topic is included in “How It Works” magazine? A．Music. B．Education. C．Space. D．Finance. 37．In which part of the magazine can you find instructions on experiments? A．Global Eye. B．Features. C．Brain Dump. D．How To. 38．How much should you pay if you make a yearly subscription in print? A．$116. B．$121. C．$28. D．S8.93. 39．According to the passage, subscribers of the magazine can ______. A．purchase the magazine on the App Store B．be informed of the latest news in humanity C．cancel the order within 14 days of its purchase D．get a full refund if they find it cheaper elsewhere 40．Where is the article most likely to be found? A．Reports section in a sports journal. B．Advertisement section on a website. C．Education section in a newspaper. D．Fashion section in a magazine. 主题05 人与社会——历史社会与文化 （2024-2025 学年高三上・西青区・期末） Ancient Greece This guide offers a wealth of information and images about Ancient Greece, covering topics such as art, architecture, politics, the Olympics, geography, and history. A notable feature is the photo gallery with bird’s-eye images of Greek art, providing a unique perspective on the era’s artistic achievements. The contents include maps, biographies of significant historical figures, and links to related resources. However, the site offers limited engaging multimedia content. It is important to note that the website was last updated in 2008, and some links may be broken or outdated. Getty Getty, a well-regarded online museum, emphasizes the visual arts and serves both general audiences and specialized professionals with its extensive offerings. The Research Library at Getty is accessible to users both on-site and remotely, providing a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and researchers alike. The Explore Art section invites visitors to look though a vast collection of artworks on display, offering insights into various artistic styles and periods. Users can view current or past exhibitions, enriching their understanding of art history. The website also facilitates discussions on various aspects of art and art history, encouraging deeper engagement with the subject. Library of Congress The Library of Congress website serves as a collection of primary source materials related to the history and culture of the United States. It boasts more than 7 million digital artworks from over 100 historical collections. Users can select specific collections to search, allowing for targeted exploration of American history. Additionally, the site offers teaching and learning ideas through its American Memory project, providing educators with valuable classroom resources. Internet History Sourcebooks Project The Internet History Sourcebooks Project is a remarkable collection of public domain and copy-permitted historical texts intended for educational use. The website is designed to support teachers and students, featuring hundreds of well-organized sources. It includes links to visual and auditory materials, recognizing the significant role that art and archaeology play in the study of ancient history. This resource is invaluable for educators seeking to enrich their curriculum with primary source materials. 36．How is Ancient Greece different from other websites? A．It covers art. B．It has not been updated recently. C．Its topics include history. D．It contains historical culture. 37．What can visitors do in the Explore Art part of Getty? A．View artworks on display. B．Purchase art pieces online. C．Serve the Research Library. D．Join the scientific discussion. 38．Where should you go to find a collection of historical texts for educational use? A．Getty. B．Ancient Greece. C．Library of Congress. D．Internet History Sourcebooks Project. 39．What do the last two websites have in common? A．They focus on ancient science. B．They provide teaching materials. C．They deal with American issues. D．They have several hundred pages. 40．Who is the passage most probably written for? A．History and art students and teachers. B．Tourists visiting Greece. C．Art collectors. D．Technology enthusiasts. 主题06 人与社会——社会服务与人际沟通 （2024-2025 学年高三上・和平区・期末） Job Opportunities at Green Valley Community! Green Valley Community is excited to announce several job openings for individuals looking to make a positive impact in our community. We offer a range of positions suitable for various skills and interests. Read on to find out how you can contribute! Green Valley Gardens Are you passionate about gardening? Green Valley Gardens needs volunteers to help maintain our community gardens, including planting flowers, weeding, and watering. This role involves outdoor work from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. every Wednesday and Saturday. No prior experience is required, just a love for nature and a willingness to get your hands dirty! For more information, contact Sarah Thompson at sarah@greenvalleygardens.org or call 740-5552345. Community Library Assistant We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist with the daily operations of our community library. Duties include shelving books, helping patrons (顾客) find materials, and organizing events. Hours are flexible, typically from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays. This position requires excellent communication skills and a love for reading. Interested applicants should send their resume to jane@greenvalleylibrary.org. or call740-5556789. Youth Sports Coach Do you enjoy working with children? Green Valley Youth Sports is looking for coaches to lead after-school sports programs for kids aged 6-12. Coaches will teach basic athletic skills and promote teamwork and sportsmanship. Training sessions are provided, and no previous coaching experience is necessary. Practices run from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays. To apply, please contact Coach Mark at mark@greenvalleysports.org or visit our website at www.greenvalleysports.org for an application form. Senior Center Activity Coordinator The Green Valley Senior Center is hiring an Activity Coordinator to plan and implement activities for seniors, including arts and crafts, games, and fitness classes. This part-time position requires creativity, organizational skills, and the ability to engage with seniors. Hours are l p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays. Applicants should email their resume to lisalee@greenvalleyseniorcenter.org or call 740-5551234 for more details. Environmental Awareness Advocate Join our mission to educate the community about environmental conservation! The Environmental Awareness Advocate will organize workshops, create educational materials, and coordinate community clean-up events. This role involves both indoor and outdoor activities and requires a strong commitment to sustainability. Work hours vary based on event schedules. For more information, reach out to Emma Johnson at emma@greenvalleyenvironment.org or call 740-5550987. 36．Which position requires no previous experience but a passion for nature? A．Community Library Assistant. B．Youth Sports Coach. C．Green Valley Gardens Volunteer. D．Environmental Awareness Advocate. 37．How often are volunteer opportunities available at Community Library Assistant? A．Once a month. B．Twice a week. C．Every weekday. D．On weekends. 38．What is the common for both the Youth Sports Coach and the Senior Center Activity Coordinator positions? A．No prior working experience. B．Ability to interact with specific age groups. C．Basic athletic skills and sportsmanship. D．Excellent communication skills. 39．Who will contact Emma at www.greenvalleyenviornment.org? A．Those interested in gardening work. B．Those looking for training sessions. C．Those required to make ongoing contributions. D．Those seeking flexibility in working hours. 40．Which of the following pairs the job title with its primary responsibility? A．Community Library Assistant-Organizing community clean-up events B．Youth Sports Coach-Leading after-school sports programs C．Senior Center Activity Coordinator-Shelving books D．Environmental Awareness Advocate-Conducting library events 主题01 人与自我——生活与学习 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河东区・期末） When my family first landed in Perth, Australia, at the start of January, it was 40℃. On our very first evening in Perth, we watched as the sun set over the West Coast while eating watermelon by the sea. Not all of my memories were quite so pleasant, however. I was soon enrolled in kindergarten. While most kids would have been excited about going to their first big day of school, I was terrified because I couldn’t even introduce myself or say hello in English. Then I met Natsumi. Her family had just migrated to Australia from Japan. Unable to speak a word of English, we could only communicate with each other through body language, but this did not stop us from becoming close friends. My mom has a clear memory of one car trip when Natsumi and I were sitting in the backseat, giggling and whispering to each other in English. It was the first time I felt confident enough to speak the few words I had learned throughout the year. Unfortunately, at the end of that year, Natsumi’s family moved to Queensland and mine to New South Wales. Unintentionally, we lost touch. After my graduation from university, I went into training as an EAL/D teacher, teaching English to newly arrived secondary students. Between 2014 and 2018, many of my students were Japanese, which reminded me of Natsumi. I had long been searching for her, but in vain. On a visit to Japan in 2018, I picked up the trail again. Having spent a long night online, I came across someone named Natsumi. Taking a final gamble, I sent her a message. The next day, there was a reply: “Oh my god! Gabi? Gabi from Perth?” It turned out that Natsumi was still living in Queensland, but she would be visiting Sydney the week after I returned from Japan. We agreed on a date and met up for dinner. Seeing her again for the first time — more than 25 years since our last meeting — was incredible. However, there was one huge difference. This time, we were not only able to communicate with one another in English, but fluently so. 41．What can we learn about the author from Paragraph 1? A．She spoke better English when in her hometown. B．She found it hard to adapt to the climate of Australia. C．She considered her peers in the kindergarten terrifying. D．She might encounter language problems in the kindergarten. 42．What does the author want to show by mentioning her mom’s memory? A．No reason was needed for friendship between kids. B．Friendship with Natsumi made her more confident. C．Natsumi was so agreeable that her mom liked Natsumi a lot. D．She and Natsumi were close because they spoke English well at that time. 43．The author got in touch with Natsumi again after years by ______. A．an accidental finding online B．a visit to Japan C．her mom’s help D．her student’s clue 44．Why does the author mention the huge difference in the last paragraph? A．To prove a lasting friendship has great power. B．To stress it is important to learn English well. C．To show they two have grown a lot after years. D．To imply something has changed between them. 45．How did the author feel after meeting Natsumi again? A．Disappointed that they couldn’t communicate well. B．Overwhelmed with joy and surprise at the reunion. C．Indifferent to the changes that had occurred in Natsumi. D．Unsatisfied with the way their dinner conversation went. （2024-2025 学年高三上・八校联考・期末） Online internship (实习) opportunities for high school studentsNASA Internship Programs NASA’s internship programs provide training, mentoring and career development opportunities both remote and in-person. In addition to their Pathways Internship, NASA lists a range of internships on their “Explore Our Opportunities” page. For example, the listing “Connecting the Local Urban Fabric to Global Climate Change” is a virtual internship intended for both high schoolers in grades 10-12 and undergraduates. Payment: Most interns receive a paid allowance. Qualification: US citizens grades 10-12 (and ages 16 and up) can apply. Application: Application materials and deadlines depend on the specific internship. Building-U Internship Centered around helping high school students as they move forward into postsecondary experiences, Building-U offers 3-month internships to high school students year-round. Interns can join various high school teams, including Resource Development, Multi-media, Marketing, Blog Squad, Coding, Business, Social Media and more. Payment: No allowance provided. Qualification: Currently enrolled high school students can apply. Application: Send an email with your resume to the organization (rolling deadline). Energy Mag Research Internship This non-profit offers virtual internships to high school and college students who wish to learn about renewable energy and the energy storage industry. Virtual internships at Energy Mag provide on-the-job training in research, writing, and non-profit work. Half-time (summer) and quarter-time (school-year) internships are available to suit the needs of students’ busy schedules. Payment: No allowance provided. Qualification: Sophomores, juniors, or seniors in high school taking at least one honors English class with GPAS over 3.25 can apply. Application: The application involves an essay and interview, with writing samples and transcripts (成绩单) required upon request (rolling deadline). Bumper Ambassador Program Bumper is a team of high school and college students building an investing app for teenagers. You can get involved through the Bumper Ambassadors Program, which is perfect for high school students interested in investing, personal finance and startups. This program involves participation in weekly meetings on topics surrounding investments and financial literacy. What makes it unique is that after completion of this 9-week program, you will receive a letter of recommendation for jobs, internships and colleges. Payment: No allowance provided. Qualification: All high school students can apply. Application: Fill out an online form to become part of the summer group (no deadline listed). Teens couldn’t contact the author of this story. The author can contact Teens if necessary. 36．Which program offers the highest payment? A．NASA Internship. B．Building-U Internship. C．EnergyMag Research Internship. D．Bumper Ambassador Program 37．If you’ re interested in Multi-media, you might participate in ______. A．NASA Internship Programs. B．Building-U Internship. C．EnergyMag Research Internship. D．Bumper Ambassador Program. 38．Which two internship programs require an online application process? A．NASA Internship and Building-U Internship B．Building-U Internship and EnergyMag Research Internship C．Energy Mag Research Internship and Bumper Ambassador Program D．Building-U Internship and Bumper Ambassador Program 39．What is special about the Bumper Ambassador Program? A．It guarantees a paid allowance. B．It requires investing experience. C．It offers a recommendation letter. D．It involves monthly meetings. 40．Where can we probably find this article? A．In a career guide for high school students. B．On a university’s official job website. C．In a magazine focusing on postgraduate studies. D．On a website about renewable energy internships. （2024-2025 学年高三上・和平区・期末） Even then my only friends were made of paper and ink. At school I had learned to read and write long before the other children. Where my school friends saw ink on pages, I saw light, streets and people. Words and the mystery of their hidden science fascinated me, and I saw in them a key with which I could unlock a new world. My father didn’t like to see books in the house. There was something about them that offended him. He used to tell me that I’d better get rid of all my crazy ideas if I didn’t want to end up a nobody. I used to hide my books under the mattress (垫子)  and wait for him to fall asleep so that I could read. Once he caught me reading at night and flew into a rage (愤怒). He tore the book from my hands and flung (扔、掷) it out of the window. “If I catch you wasting electricity again, reading all this nonsense, you’ll be sorry.” My father was not a miser (吝啬鬼) and, despite the hardship we suffered, whenever he could he gave me a few coins so that I could buy myself some treats like the other children. He was convinced that I spent them on sweets, but I would keep them in a coffee tin under the bed, and when I’d collected enough coins I’d secretly rush out to buy myself a book. My favorite place in the whole city was the Sempere & Sons Bookshop on Calle Sant Ana. The bookseller would let me sit on a chair in a corner and read any book I liked to my heart’s content. When it was time for me to leave, I would do so dragging my feet, a weight on my soul. If it had been up to me, I would have stayed there forever. One Christmas Sempere gave me that best gift I had ever received. “Great expectations, by Charles Dickens,” I read on the cover. I was aware that Sempere knew a few authors who frequented his establishment (企业) and, judging by the care with which he handled the volume, I thought perhaps this Mr. Dickens was one of them. “A friend of yours?”, I asked. “A lifelong friend. And from now on, he’s your friend too.” Sempere answered. That afternoon I took my new friend home. It was a rainy winter, with days as gray as lead, and I read Great Expectations about nine times, partly because I had no other book at hand, partly because I did not think there could be a better one in the whole world and I was beginning to suspect that Mr. Dickens had written it just for me. Soon I was convinced that I didn’t want to do anything else in life but learn to do what Mr. Dickens had done. An Excerpt from Angle’s Game 41．The passage is mainly about __________. A．the influence of the author’s father on him B．the difficulties the author met in his childhood C．the connection between the author and Dickens D．the description of the author’s love of reading 42．Which of the following best describes the author’s father? A．He prefers to spend money on food rather than on books. B．He lacks affection and is not generous towards his child. C．He lacks understanding of his child’s literary interest. D．He pays no attention on education and dislikes Dickens. 43．What does the author value most about the Sempere & Sons Bookshop? A．The opportunity to buy books at a low price. B．The friendly atmosphere created by the bookseller. C．The freedom to read to his fullest desire. D．The wide range of books available to choose from. 44．The underlined part in paragraph 4 shows the author’s __________ when he left the bookshop. A．reluctance B．annoyance C．indifference D．regret 45．What does the author imply about the importance of reading in his life? A．It serves as a means of resistance against his father’s wishes. B．It is a temporary distraction from his everyday hardships. C．It provides him with a sense of belonging and friendship. D．It highlights his friendship between Sempere and Mr. Dickens. 主题02 人与自我——做人与做事 （2024-2025 学年高三上・八校联考・期末） In every gym class I’ve taken, I felt like the odd one out. Opening the door, I hesitantly asked, “Is this where the HIIT class is?” The high-intensity interval training (高强度间歇训练) instructor yelled, “Grab a dumbbell and yoga mat. We’re late for warm-up!” Breathing heavily on the mat, I wasn’t sure if I’d make it through the hour. Glancing around the room, I seemed to be the only one struggling. Everyone else, in their tightly fitted gym wear and not an inkling of sweat to be seen, looked as if they belonged. I, on the other hand, with my messy hair and oversized clothes, wondered why I had ever bothered coming. Earlier that year, I had decided to give fitness a real shot. All my life, exercise had been a foreign concept and in school, gym class was a place of guaranteed embarrassment and humiliation. I nervously showed up to my university gym for spin class (动感单车课程) on a Sunday morning. I had considered canceling multiple times, but I told myself that showing up was all that mattered. The instructor was incredibly kind. Within minutes of seeing my weak form, he knew I was new to the class. He walked us through all the various positions on the bike multiple times. The first time I tried to stand on the bike pedals, I felt my legs shake and immediately sat down. But with each class, my comfort on the bike grew and I became less focused on how I looked and more focused on looking inward. Whether I needed to think about something bugging me, dream about the future or just mindlessly pedal, spin class became my hour a week just for me. The more I spun, the more I realized how powerful my body was. For what felt like the first time, I was proud of my body’s capabilities. After nine months of spinning, I wanted to challenge myself again. And that’s how I found myself in the high-intensity class. If spin class got me used to moving my body, then HIIT class taught me that I have to continuously work to build my fitness and tackle my insecurities. In all, what truly matters is showing up, not what you wear or your fitness abilities. Because once you show up, the rest gets easier, one sweaty adventure at a time. 41．Why did the author feel like struggling in the HIIT class? A．She was late for the class. B．She seemed less prepared. C．She didn’t have friends there. D．She felt her leg shake. 42．What does the underlined phrase “give fitness a real shot” mean in paragraph 2? A．To try shooting in fitness class. B．To seriously attempt to improve fitness. C．To take a photo of fitness. D．To give up on fitness. 43．What can be inferred about the author’s experience in spin class over time? A．The author became more confident and comfortable. B．The author decided to quit after a few classes. C．The author felt more embarrassed than in HIIT class. D．The author never got used to the spin class. 44．What does the author consider as the key to improving one’s fitness? A．High-intensity training. B．Professional equipment. C．Consistent efforts. D．A tough instructor. 45．How might the author’s experience be applied to someone else starting a new fitness routine? A．By focusing on the type of clothing they wear. B．By comparing themselves to others in the. class. C．By understanding that presence is the most important step. D．By avoiding classes that make them feel uncomfortable. （2024-2025 学年高三上・河西区・期末） If you’re new to a school or you are shy or tend to not get out of your comfort zone, making new friends at school might seem like a challenge. Luckily, you can overcome that challenge by looking for people with the same interests as you and by being friendly when you meet new people. Also, participate in after-school clubs and events whenever you get the chance, since that will help you meet people outside of class! Look for people who have the same hobbies as you. You’re more likely to be friends with someone if you have something in common with them. Try to find clubs or groups based on your favorite hobbies, then join them to meet like-minded people. Also, pay attention to people who spend their free time doing the same things you love to do. If you’re a passionate reader, join a book club, go to public readings, or start a conversation with someone who carries novels around with their textbooks. Spend time around people who show kindness. Finding someone who will treat you well and support you is more important than popularity. Avoid spending time with people who talk bad about others or put them down. Instead, look for people who invite others to sit with them at lunch, who encourage others when they speak up in class, or who are always willing to help when someone needs a hand. Introduce yourself to new people whenever possible. When you’re around someone you don’t know, it is not unusual to just sit there quietly, especially if you’re shy. However, you and the other person will both be more comfortable after a simple introduction. Make eye contact with the person, smile, and try to seem warm and relaxed instead of nervous or anxious. Then, break the ice by talking about whatever is going on around you. Keep the conversation going with open-ended questions. When you start talking to someone, try asking them questions about what they like to see what you have in common with them. However, avoid simply asking yes or no questions, since one-word answers don’t necessarily keep a conversation alive. You can ask questions about whatever you’re already talking about, or you can change the subject if you feel that ran its course. 36．Who is the passage intended for? A．Teachers. B．Students. C．Parents. D．Adults. 37．If you are fond of reading, you can ________. A．join a club to make friends B．approach people with lots of hobbies C．spend your free time meeting different people D．talk to people with the same interests 38．According to Paragraph 4, who is more likely to be a good friend? A．One who enjoys the popularity. B．One who talks bad about others. C．One who wants to help you. D．One who always put others down. 39．According to Paragraph 5, what should you do first when you meet someone you don’t know well? A．Start with a warm handshake. B．Make eye contact with the person. C．Start with a brief introduction of yourself. D．Start by talking about a serious topic. 40．You should avoid asking yes or no questions to ________. A．keep the conversation going B．end the conversation C．show kindness D．respect others （2024-2025 学年高三上・河西区・期末） Samuel Osmond is a 19-year-old law student from Cornwall, England. He never studied the piano. However, he can play very difficult musical pieces by musicians such as Chopin and Beethoven just a few minutes after he hears them. He learns a piece of music by listening to it in parts. Then he thinks about the notes in his head. Two years ago, he played his first piece Moonlight Sonata（奏鸣曲）by Beethoven. He surprised everyone around him. Amazed that he remembered this long and difficult piece of music and played it perfectly, his teachers say Samuel is unbelievable .They say his ability is very rare, but Samuel doesn’t even realize that what he can do is special. Samuel wanted to become a lawyer as it was the wish of his parents, but music teachers told him he should study music instead. Now, he studies law and music. Samuel can’t understand why everyone is so surprised. “I grew up with music. My mother played the piano and my father played the guitar. About two years ago, I suddenly decided to start playing the piano, without being able to read music and without having any lessons. It comes easily to me ---I hear the notes and can bear them in mind---each and every note,” says Samuel. Recently, Samuel performed a piece during a special event at his college. The piece had more than a thousand notes. The audience was impressed by his amazing performance. He is now learning a piece that is so difficult that many professional pianists can’t play it. Samuel says confidently,” It’s all about super memory---I guess I have that gift.” However, Samuel’s ability to remember things doesn’t stop with music. His family says that even when he was a young boy, Samuel heard someone read a story, and then he could retell the story word for word. Samuel is still only a teenager. He doesn’t know what he wants to do in the future. For now, he is just happy to play beautiful music and continue his studies. 41．What is special about Samuel Osmond? A．He has a gift for writing music. B．He can write down the note he hears. C．He is a top student at the law school. D．He can play the musical piece he hears. 42．What can we learn from Paragraph 2? A．Samuel chose law against the wish of his parents. B．Samuel planned to be a lawyer rather than a musician. C．Samuel thinks of himself as a man of great musical ability. D．Samuel studies law and music on the advice of his teachers. 43．Everyone around Samuel was surprised because he _________. A．received a good early education in music B．played the guitar and the piano perfectly C．could play the piano without reading music D．could play the guitar better than his father 主题03 人与社会——社会服务与人际沟通 （2024-2025 学年高三上・红桥区・期末） One year before, at age 18, Leszyeski had aged out of foster care (寄养中心), having been in the system since she was four when her single mother was no longer able to care for her. Leszyeski was now enrolled in college hoping to become a doctor. And the only furniture she had in her apartment was an air mattress with a hole in it. Then she learned about an organization Chairity. The organization provides furniture and household goods for young adults who have left foster care. Leszyeski reached out to Charity, a nonprofit formed by 23-year-old Maria Paparella. Paparella first became aware of foster care in elementary school when her parents were considering adopting a child. The plan didn’t work out, but Paparella often found herself thinking about that child. “I’m really close with my family, and I just couldn’t imagine being completely on my own at 18,” she says. At 16, Paparella visited Summit County Children Services, with a list of questions, trying to understand what aging out looked like. One of her questions was “What’s not being met for these young people?” Near the top of the list was furniture. “That struck home,” says Paparella. The idea of “moving into an apartment without a bed to sleep on or a sofa to sit on” pulled at her heartstrings. Paparella contacted her parents’ friends, asking if they had spare furniture to donate. A local furniture store offered free ware-house space and its delivery truck. Watching the recipients’ faces when they received a bed, a couch — whatever — was amazing. Paparella remembers delivering a gold lamp to a woman and watching her polish it lovingly, getting rid of dirt and fingerprints. Today, Chairity has given furniture to nearly 200 young adults in homes across six Ohio counties. Paparella is convinced these contributions give the recipients hope and confidence. Leszyeski agrees. “It makes me feel like I’m not different from other people. My whole life, I’ve felt abnormal,” she says, “Now, I feel normal.” 41．Which can best describe Leszyeski’s life after leaving foster care? A．Tough but hopeful. B．Poor and aimless. C．Wealthy but boring. D．Independent and carefree. 42．Why did Paparella found Chairity? A．To get some financial benefits from it. B．To help those aging out of foster care. C．To aid the needy couple adopt a child. D．To ask people to donate some couches. 43．Which of the following statements about Paparella is true? A．She became aware of foster care in high school. B．Her parents successfully adopted a child. C．She doesn’t know how to live alone without her family. D．She doesn’t like her family. 44．When was Paparella most touched at the age of 16? A．Living without parents. B．Moving into a new house. C．Getting free truck delivery. D．Visiting a foster care center. 45．What does Leszyeski think of Chairity? A．It changes young adults’ whole life. B．It brings confidence to the recipients. C．It has helped lots of homeless people. D．It makes people different from others. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解（应用文与记叙文） 主题01 人与自我——生活与学习 （2024-2025 学年高三上・五区县・期末） British Library Events ● Imagine with Us Join us on our imagination-fuelled family day. Build, dance and play as you explore new possibilities, experience different ideas and cultures, and have fun with your family. End the day curled up in our family reading corner and sensory zone. All kinds of books are available throughout the day. Time: 14 June, 12:00-16:00. Price: Free. ● Sound and Vision This session, for readers with a current Reader Pass, provides an introduction to our audiovisual (视听的) collections and the way to access them. Are you interested in non-print media? The Library has over 6 million sound and moving image recordings, including all types of music, wildlife, drama, literature, oral history and collections of radio broadcasts. Some of the recordings date from the late nineteenth century. They can be accessed in our Reading Rooms, either digitally or via our Listening & Viewing Service. Time: 16 June, 14:00-15:00. Price: Free. ● Old English Master Class Join our introduction to Old English. We’ll explore Old English in its cultural context and will help you develop skills in analyzing and drawing meanings from set texts through accessible exercises and close reading. Over the weekend you’ll gain an understanding of the journey of the English language — from Old English into Middle English and later Modern English. Time: 20 June, 10:30-21 June, 17:00. Price: Full Price: £185.00, Student: 20% off. ● Illuminations (彩饰) Master Class Illuminated manuscripts (手稿) are among the most shining and attractive objects ever created. Join the famous illuminator Patricia Lovett in our one-day master class, and create your own Middle-Ages-style artworks — inspired by the Library’s breathtaking collections. Time: 27 June, 10:00-17:00. Price: Full Price: £110.00, Student:30% off. 36．Which event can you attend if you are available before June 15? A．Imagine with Us. B．Sound and Vision. C．Old English Master Class. D．Illuminations Master Class. 37．What are readers required to do to participate in Sound and Vision? A．Prepare an old story to share. B．Arrive before 4 pm on June 16. C．Have a recorder of high quality. D．Bring their current Reader Pass. 38．What do Imagine with Us and Sound and Vision have in common? A．They require applicants to have IT skills. B．They are both suitable for families. C．They aim to encourage creativity. D．They are both free of charge. 39．What can visitors do in the Old English Master Class? A．See a member of the British royal family. B．Learn the history of the English language. C．Acquire an Old English book free of charge. D．Join an Old English program about British culture. 40．Who will be likely to attend Patricia Lovett’s class? A．A writer who is interested in fine art. B．A student who is fond of video games. C．A language learner who intends to perfect his pronunciation. D．A computer expert who wants to improve his programming ability. 【答案】36．A 37．D 38．D 39．B 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了英国图书馆的四项活动介绍。 36．细节理解题。根据● Imagine with Us中的“Time: 14 June, 12:00-16:00. (时间：六月十四日，12:00-16:00)”可知，如果你在6月15日之前有空，你可以参加Imagine with Us。故选A。 37．细节理解题。根据● Sound and Vision中的“This session, for readers with a current Reader Pass, provides an introduction to our audiovisual (视听的) collections and the way to access them. (这节课是为持有有效读者证的读者提供的，介绍我们的视听收藏和获取方式)”可知，参加Sound and Vision的读者需要携带当前的读者证。故选D。 38．细节理解题。根据● Imagine with Us中的“Price: Free. (价格：免费)”和● Sound and Vision中的“Price: Free. (价格：免费)”介绍可知，两者都是免费的。故选D。 39．细节理解题。根据● Old English Master Class中的“We’ll explore Old English in its cultural context and will help you develop skills in analyzing and drawing meanings from set texts through accessible exercises and close reading. Over the weekend you’ll gain an understanding of the journey of the English language — from Old English into Middle English and later Modern English. (我们将探讨古英语在其文化背景中的使用，并帮助您通过易于掌握的练习和精读，从指定文本中培养分析和理解其意义的技能。在这个周末，您将深入了解英语的演变历程——从古英语演变至中古英语再到现代英语)”可知，在Old English Master Class中，游客可以了解英语的历史。故选B。 40．细节理解题。根据● Illuminations (彩饰) Master Class中的“Join the famous illuminator Patricia Lovett in our one-day master class, and create your own Middle-Ages-style artworks - inspired by the Library’s breathtaking collections. (参加著名彩饰艺术家帕特里夏·洛维特的1天大师班，并创作你自己的中世纪风格艺术作品，这些作品将受到图书馆惊人馆藏的启发)”可知，参加Patricia Lovett的课程的可能是对美术感兴趣的人。故选A。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・耀华中学・期末） One of the best ways to make a difference in the life of a child is becoming a teacher. Here are some great scholarships and grant (助学金)opportunities to get the ball rolling on your dreams of becoming a teacher. Prezell Robinson Scholarship Program While this scholarship is available only to students in the state of North Carolina, it is so incredibly helpful that many students choose to study in the state for the sole purpose of receiving it. It is offered to college students who come from low-income families that are interested in pursuing a long term career in education at any level. Straightforward Teacher Program This is one of the most popular and unique scholarships available for students working towards becoming teachers. The foundation offers their scholarships every three months as opposed to each year. During each payment, four students receive a $500 scholarship each. New York State Scholarship Program Officials in the state of New York founded this program to award students who want to give back to their community through their ability to teach. The catch for this scholarship is that the students must be pursuing a teaching career in mathematics or science at the secondary level. Also, because the program was designed to improve the education system in New York, the candidates must sign a service contract agreeing to work full time within the state for a minimum of five years after graduation. Coca-Cola Scholarships You may have many opportunities for grants and scholarships through The Coca Cola Foundation. There is the Coca Cola Teaching Foundation that will provide free money for students pursuing an education in the teaching field. This is the most obvious one for teachers, but do not be afraid to check out their other offers. Funds for Teachers Not all scholarships or grants are for students entering or already in college. The Funds for Teachers scholarships are for graduates who are already working in the field, but want to improve their possibilities, skills and education in an effort to increase their ability to teach the students who cross their path more effectively. Teachers in PreK through 12th grade are applicable (适用的)no matter where they teach or what subject they specialize in. 36．The reason why many students from other states choose to study in North Carolina is ______. A．that they can gain admission more easily in this state B．that they can pursue a long term career in education C．that they can become eligible for a particular scholarship D．that there are many prestigious universities in this state 37．How many students may get funding each year according to Straightforward Teacher Program? A．Four B．Sixteen C．Eight D．Twelve 38．People awarded scholarship on the New York State Scholarship Program must ______. A．teach primary school mathematics or science classes in the state of New York B．be contracted to teach in the state of New York for at most 5 years upon graduation C．work for the betterment of the education system in NY for a certain period of time D．be willing to give back to their community through part-time teaching programs 39．Who can be considered to receive the Funds For Teachers scholarship? A．All graduates, regardless of gender, race or religious beliefs. B．Students who are working as part-time or full-time teachers. C．Newly-hired college teachers pursuing better teachings skills. D．Graduates who’ve just landed a teaching position in high school. 40．What does the passage mainly talk about? A．How to roll the ball on one’s dream of becoming a teacher. B．Methods of applying for teaching scholarships and grants. C．Five great scholarships and grants for future teachers. D．Teaching scholarships and grant opportunities available. 【答案】36．C 37．B 38．C 39．D 40．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍的是针对未来教师的五项重要奖学金和助学金机会，包括其申请条件、资助对象及特殊要求等信息。 36．细节理解题。根据Prezell Robinson Scholarship Program部分中的“While this scholarship is available only to students in the state of North Carolina, it is so incredibly helpful that many students choose to study in the state for the sole purpose of receiving it.(虽然这项奖学金只提供给北卡罗来纳州的学生，但它是如此的有帮助，以至于许多学生选择在该州学习只是为了获得它)”可知，该奖学金只提供给北卡罗来纳州的学生。由此可知，许多学生选择在该州学习是为了有资格获得这项奖学金。故选C项。 37．细节理解题。根据Straightforward Teacher Program部分中的“The foundation offers their scholarships every three months as opposed to each year. During each payment, four students receive a $500 scholarship each.(该基金会每三个月提供一次奖学金，而不是每年提供一次。在每次付款期间，四名学生每人获得500美元的奖学金)”可知，每三个月有四位学生会得到资助，一年内共有四个季度，所以一年中最多可能有16位学生（4位/季度×4个季度 = 16位/年）得到资助。故选B项。 38．细节理解题。根据New York State Scholarship Program部分中的“Also, because the program was designed to improve the education system in New York, the candidates must sign a service contract agreeing to work full time within the state for a minimum of five years after graduation.(此外，由于该项目旨在改善纽约的教育体系，候选人必须签署一份服务合同，同意在毕业后在纽约州全职工作至少五年)”可知，获奖者必须签订服务合同，同意毕业后至少五年内在纽约州全职工作，以改善该州的教育系统。由此可知，获得纽约州奖学金计划奖学金的人必须为改善纽约的教育系统工作一段时间。故选C项。 39．细节理解题。根据Funds for Teachers部分中的“The Funds for Teachers scholarships are for graduates who are already working in the field, but want to improve their possibilities, skills and education in an effort to increase their ability to teach the students who cross their path more effectively. Teachers in PreK through 12th grade are applicable (适用的)no matter where they teach or what subject they specialize in.(Funds for Teachers是为已经在该领域工作的毕业生提供的，但他们希望提高自己的机会、技能和教育水平，以提高他们的能力，更有效地教那些在他们的道路上遇到的学生。从学前班到12年级的老师都是适用的，不管他们在哪里教书，也不管他们专攻什么科目)”可知，该奖学金是给已经在该领域工作又希望提高自己的机会、技能和教育水平，以提高他们的能力的人。由此可知，该奖学金给那些刚刚获得中学教学职位的毕业生。故选D项。 40．主旨大意题。根据首段“One of the best ways to make a difference in the life of a child is becoming a teacher. Here are some great scholarships and grant (助学金) opportunities to get the ball rolling on your dreams of becoming a teacher.(成为一名教师是改变孩子生活的最佳方式之一。以下是一些优秀的奖学金和助学金机会，可以帮助你启动成为教师的梦想)”以及下文介绍的多个奖学金和助学金项目的具体要求和适用对象可知，本文主要介绍了几个不同类型的教师奖学金和助学金机会。故选D项。 主题02 人与自我——做人与做事 （2024-2025 学年高三上・西青区・期末） Jason knelt on the baseball field, spotting a small piece of green among the yellow and brown winter grass. He touched it lightly, recognizing the first signs of spring. His eyes drifted to second base, where his team’s season had ended last year. He recalled warming up for the big playoff game, the stands filled with parents and students. The Northglenn Knights were facing the West Hills Hornets, with the winner moving to the city’s Junior League Championship. Jason felt great, joking with teammates and showing off during warm-up drills. “Knock it off, Jason,” Coach Fowler warned. As usual, Jason paid little attention. He was the Knights’ best player and knew Coach wouldn’t put him on the bench in a playoff game. Confident in his “natural talent”, he didn’t try as hard as the other players. But he was shocked when Coach left him on the bench. As the game progressed, Jason began to worry that Coach had had enough. When the Knights came to bat for the last time, Coach Fowler called him. “Grab a bat. You’ re in for Reuben.” “Don’t worry, Coach,” Jason replied. “I’ll get a hit.” “Keep your focus. The team is counting on you,” Coach warned. Jason walked confidently to the plate with a smile. Despite his playful behavior, he managed to hit the ball, allowing two teammates to score and giving the Knights the lead. As the team took the field again, Jason felt assured that the Knights would secure their spot in the championship with just three more outs. The first two outs were easy, but then a batter hit the ball towards Jason. While he was looking for his friends in the crowd, Jason missed the catch. The ball went into the outfield, allowing two Hornet players to score and ending the Knights’ season. Feeling terrible, Jason promised to change. He worked hard to improve, helped Coach with equipment, and volunteered at the park. He finally understood being part of a team, working alongside others to achieve a common goal. Now, as a few pieces of grass emerged from the cold ground, Jason felt his spirits lift. He couldn’t wait for the new season. “Won’t be long now,” Coach Fowler said, walking up behind him. “It sure was a long winter,” Jason replied. “Yes, it was,” Coach Fowler said, “but I’m seeing signs of change.” When Jason looked up again, though, Coach Fowler wasn’t looking at the new spring grass. He was looking at Jason. 41．How did Jason feel during the warm-up drills before the big playoff game? A．Nervous and anxious. B．Tired and unmotivated. C．Confident and lighthearted. D．Angry and frustrated. 42．What unexpected action did Coach Fowler take during the playoff game? A．He asked Jason to play a different position. B．He gave a motivational speech to the team. C．He benched Jason. D．He invited parents onto the field. 43．What mistake did Jason make during the game? A．He threw the ball to the wrong base. B．He missed the catch while looking for his friends. C．He forgot to run to second base. D．He cheered before the game was over. 44．What would the best title for the passage? A．Signs of Change B．Jason’s Promise C．The Missed Catch D．The Coach’s Challenge 45．How will Jason most likely be described in the upcoming baseball season? A．Patient. B．Courageous. C．Generous. D．Committed. 【答案】41．C 42．C 43．B 44．A 45．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了杰森在因为自己的打球天赋而骄傲，但是一次比赛中他失误了，意识到团队的重要性，于是他开始改变，努力提高自己，并发生了很大的改变。 41．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Jason felt great, joking with teammates and showing off during warm-up drills.(杰森感觉很棒，在热身训练中与队友开玩笑并炫耀。)”和第三段中“Confident in his “natural talent”, he didn’t try as hard as the other players.(他对自己的“天赋”充满信心，并没有像其他球员那样努力。)”可知，杰森在季后赛前的热身训练中感觉自信而轻松。故选C。 42．细节理解题。根据第三段中“But he was shocked when Coach left him on the bench. (但当教练把他留在替补席上时，他感到震惊。)”可知，福勒教练在季后赛中做出的意想不到的举动是他让杰森做替补，故选C。 43．细节理解题。根据第七段中“While he was looking for his friends in the crowd, Jason missed the catch. (当杰森在人群中寻找他的朋友时，他没抓住球。)”可知，他在寻找朋友时没抓住球。故选B。 44．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段““Yes, it was,” Coach Fowler said, “but I’m seeing signs of change.” When Jason looked up again, though, Coach Fowler wasn’t looking at the new spring grass. He was looking at Jason.(“是的，确实如此，”福勒教练说，“但我看到了变化的迹象。”然而，当杰森再次抬起头时，福勒教练并没有在看新的春天草地。他正在看着杰森。)”可知，文章主要讲述了杰森在因为自己的打球天赋而骄傲，但是一次比赛中他失误了，意识到团队的重要性，于是他开始改变，努力提高自己，A项“变化的迹象”适合做文章标题，能点明主题，即杰森经过此事后自己发生了很大的改变，故选A。 45．推理判断题。根据倒数第四段“Feeling terrible, Jason promised to change. He worked hard to improve, helped Coach with equipment, and volunteered at the park. He finally understood being part of a team, working alongside others to achieve a common goal.(杰森感觉很糟糕，他答应改变。他努力提高自己，帮助教练配备装备，并在公园做志愿者。他终于明白了自己是团队的一员，与其他人一起努力实现共同的目标)”可推知，在即将到来的棒球赛季中，杰森最有可能会尽心尽力，故选D。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・南开区・期末） My birth was a little more dramatic than the standard way a baby enters the world. Within minutes of coming out, I was moved away into another room while doctors gave my parents the difficult news: I was born missing my left hand. I’m sure it was quite shocking for them. An entire hand was just…not there? Indeed, that announcement of my limb (肢体) difference would come to define the rest of my life, and it might have been a disaster if it hadn’t been for what happened next. I’m told that a nurse bundled (捆绑) me up, took me back into the room, placed me in my mother’s arms and instructed: “You will take her home. You will love her. You will raise her like you would any child. You will treat her as normal.” My parents took that words seriously, and for the most part, it was great. I played sports, acted in theater, excelled in school, participated in student government and had playdates with friends. While I did get some stares and “polite” questions about my disability, I am lucky because I wasn’t made fun of for my limb difference. That fact that I was different hit me hard my first day of high school. I was 13, an age when kids are already very self-conscious. I remember getting on the school bus and one of the other kids stared just a little too long at my left arm. The staring unnerved (使感到不安) me in a way it never had before, and I felt a sudden urge to hide my hand, so I slipped it into my pocket. I told myself that I’d just hide it that one day, while I was trying to make friends. But one day of hiding turned into a week, which turned into a month, which became years — 25 of them to be exact. I spent the next two decades keeping my limb difference hidden at all times. I’d keep it in my pocket, cover it with extra-long sleeves or hide it behind bags or underneath jackets. Everyone I shared this with — friend, co-worker or boyfriend — took it well and said kind things like, “You shouldn’t hide it” or “It’s no big deal.” But their words didn’t matter to me. Interestingly enough, it was a date that convinced me to stop hiding my limb difference. When I was 38 years old, exhausted of hiding and so lonely, I met someone special. The combination of me finally feeling ready to unhide and his willingness to go through the unhiding process with me was exactly what I needed. For the first time in my life, I allowed someone to really hold my limb, look at it, take pictures of it, touch it, love it — love me. From that point on, I saw my limb difference as something unique and beautiful about me, something that should be shown, not hidden. 41．What was the difference between the author’s birth and other ordinary children? A．She was a natural for drama. B．She was born in an unusual way. C．She was born without a left hand. D．The manner of her birth shocked her parents. 42．How did the author feel about what the nurse said to her parents when she was born? A．Grateful. B．Thrilled. C．Regrotful. D．Doubtful. 43．The underlined sentence “But their words didn’t matter to me.” in Paragraph 5 can be understood as ________. A．The author didn’t care about anything people say around her. B．Their words did not change the author’s behavior. C．What they said had nothing to do with the author. D．What they said did not hurt the author. 44．Since when did the author keep her limb difference hidden? A．The moment she met her lover. B．The day she started high school. C．When she was trying to make friends. D．When she participated in student government. 45．What made her decide to stop hiding her limb difference? A．Tired of hiding and being so alone. B．The decision to try a new life. C．Meeting true love. D．Eating a date. 【答案】41．C 42．A 43．B 44．B 45．C 【导语】本文是记叙文。作者出生时缺失左手，她的父母在医生的劝说下养育她如正常孩子。虽然在高中开始时因自卑而隐藏缺陷，但在38岁时因遇到了愿意陪同的伴侣，她决定不再隐藏自身的肢体差异。 41．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“I was born missing my left hand. (我出生时缺少左手)”可知，作者与普通孩子的不同在于她缺少左手。故选C。 42．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“I’m told that a nurse bundled me up, took me back into the room, placed me in my mother’s arms and instructed: “You will take her home. You will love her. You will raise her like you would any child. You will treat her as normal.(我被告知，一位护士把我裹得严严实实，带我回到房间，把我放在母亲的怀里，然后指示说：“你带她回家。”你会爱上她的。你要像抚养任何孩子一样抚养她。你要像对待正常人一样对待她)”以及根据第三段“My parents took that words seriously, and for the most part, it was great. (我的父母把这句话当真了，在很大程度上，这句话很棒)”可知，作者对护士的话感到感激。故选A。 43．词句猜测题。根据第五段“I spent the next two decades keeping my limb difference hidden at all times. I’d keep it in my pocket, cover it with extra-long sleeves or hide it behind bags or underneath jackets. (在接下来的二十年里，我一直隐藏着我的肢体差异。我会把它放在口袋里，用超长的袖子盖住，或者藏在包后面或夹克里面)”以及第六段“Interestingly enough, it was a date that convinced me to stop hiding my limb difference. (有趣的是，正是这次约会说服了我不再隐瞒自己的肢体差异)”可知，朋友们的话没有改变作者的行为，作者依旧选择隐藏自己的肢体差异，直到之后那次约会才有多改变。故选B。 44．细节理解题。根据第四段“That fact that I was different hit me hard my first day of high school. (我与众不同的事实在我高中的第一天给了我很大的打击)”以及“The staring unnerved me in a way it never had before, and I felt a sudden urge to hide my hand, so I slipped it into my pocket. I told myself that I’d just hide it that one day, while I was trying to make friends. (这种凝视让我感到前所未有的不安，我突然想隐藏自己的手，于是我把它放入口袋。我告诉自己，我那天只是想交朋友时才隐藏的)”可知，作者在开始高中时就开始隐藏自己的肢体差异。故选B。 45．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Interestingly enough, it was a date that convinced me to stop hiding my limb difference. When I was 38 years old, exhausted of hiding and so lonely, I met someone special. (有趣的是，正是这次约会说服了我不再隐瞒自己的肢体差异。当我38岁的时候，厌倦了隐藏和如此孤独，我遇到了一个特别的人)”可知，她决定不再隐藏自己的肢体差异是因为遇到了真爱。故选C。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・部分区・期末） Last Saturday. David was taking a walk in the park near his home when he noticed a woman with a boy of about eight years old. When David passed them, he heard the woman yell, “How stupid you are! You’re good at nothing.” The boy said nothing. He just stood there, looking upset, which reminded David of his middle school days. After he entered middle school, David lacked self-confidence because he was often made fun of by others. He was often told that he was good at nothing, which David believed. But one day it all changed. One day, in an English writing class, Mrs Brown asked them to read a novel. They were asked to write a new chapter for the novel after they finished reading the book. A few days later, David handed in his story. He didn’t give it much thought. But the next day, to his surprise, the comment “Well done” from Mrs Brown came into view the moment he turned to the page where the story was written. Encouraged by Mrs. Brown’s feedback, David began writing short stories and seeking her advice. She always corrected his mistakes and provided valuable suggestions. Over time, David’s confidence grew, and he eventually joined the school newspaper as an editor. After graduating from college, David continued writing and eventually published his first book. His success as a writer was largely due to Mrs. Brown’s encouragement. Without her support, he might have had a very different life. Inspired by his own life story, David decided to do something for that boy. He approached the woman and her son, smiling warmly. He introduced himself and gently spoke to the boy, “You know, I used to feel the same way, but someone believed in me, and it changed everything. You have potential too, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.” The boy’s eyes lit up with a glimmer of hope, and David left knowing he had planted a seed of confidence that might one day grow into a mighty oak. The mother, upon hearing David’s story, felt ashamed of her behavior and realized the impact her words had on her son. David’s encounter with the boy reminded him of the power of encouragement and the difference it can make in someone’s life. He vowed to continue spreading positivity and confidence wherever he went. 41．How did the boy feel after hearing the woman’s words? A．Unhappy and bothered. B．Confident and calm. C．Joyful and relaxed. D．Uncomfortable and angry. 42．Why did David lack self-confidence in middle school? A．He was often abused by his classmates. B．He was often laughed at by others. C．He didn’t like his teachers. D．He had learning disabilities. 43．How did Mrs. Brown’s comment affect David? A．It made him angry. B．It made him sad. C．It gave him self-confidence. D．It gave him enough experience. 44．According to David, what was the reason for his success? A．His own talent and hard work. B．His parents’ support and deep love. C．Mrs. Brown’s encouragement. D．Mrs. Brown’s constant complaint. 45．How did the mother feel upon hearing David’s story? A．Proud of her son for the success. B．Happy that David had changed. C．Indifferent to the entire situation. D．Regretful about her behavior. 【答案】41．A 42．B 43．C 44．C 45．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。本文讲述了大卫在公园偶遇一位被母亲责骂的小男孩，这让他想起了自己中学时期缺乏自信的经历。后来，在一位英语老师的鼓励下，大卫重拾信心，最终成为作家。 41．细节理解题。根据文章第一段中“When David passed them, he heard the woman yell, “How stupid you are! You’re good at nothing.” (大卫从他们旁边经过，听见妇人说，你们是何等的愚昧。你什么都不擅长。”)”以及“He just stood there, looking upset, which reminded David of his middle school days. (他只是站在那里，看起来很沮丧，这让大卫想起了他的中学时代。)”可知，男孩在听到女人的话后感到沮丧和烦恼。故选A。 42．细节理解题。根据文章第二段中“After he entered middle school, David lacked self-confidence because he was often made fun of by others. (他进入中学后，缺乏自信，因为经常被别人取笑。)”可知，大卫在中学时期缺乏自信的原因是他经常被别人取笑。故选B。 43．细节理解题。根据文章第三段中“But the next day, to his surprise, the comment ‘Well done’ from Mrs Brown came into view the moment he turned to the page where the story was written.(但是第二天，令他惊讶的是，当他翻到写故事的那一页时，布朗夫人的评论“做得好”映入眼帘。)”和第四段中“Encouraged by Mrs. Brown’s feedback, David began writing short stories and seeking her advice.(受到布朗夫人反馈的鼓励，大卫开始写短篇小说并征求她的意见。)”可知，布朗夫人的评论给了大卫自信，让他创作短篇小说。故选C。 44．细节理解题。根据文章第五段中“After graduating from college, David continued writing and eventually published his first book. His success as a writer was largely due to Mrs. Brown’s encouragement.(大学毕业后，大卫继续写作，并最终出版了他的第一本书。他作为作家的成功很大程度上归功于布朗夫人的鼓励。)”可知，大卫认为他成功的原因是布朗夫人的鼓励。故选C。 45．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段最后一句“The mother, upon hearing David’s story, felt ashamed of her behavior and realized the impact her words had on her son.(母亲在听到大卫的故事后，对自己的行为感到羞愧，并意识到她的话对儿子产生了影响。)”可知，母亲在听到大卫的故事后，对自己的行为感到后悔。故选D。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河北区・期末） They say eyes are the windows to the soul. Yet behind the “windowpane (窗玻璃)” of my left eye, there was a leak that caused nearly unbearable pain. I was diagnosed with Coats’ disease (外层渗出性视网膜病变) at 8. My life was consumed by pain and worsening vision. Despite taking medicine and undergoing three surgeries, nothing improved. Eventually, my diseased eye had to be removed. I was excited to get rid of it since that meant I could get a normal-looking prosthetic eye (义眼) and I would be free of pain. But actually, I hated the way my eye looked almost more than the pain it gave me. I just wanted to be normal and fit in. I was sick of all the stares and questions. At 18, my eye removal surgery finally took place. The recovery was hard. My eyelid was swollen for a whole week. Yet once the swelling had gone down and the healing was done: No more pain. However, walking around without an eye was awkward, and a new kind of pain appeared — a realization that I would never be like everyone else. To deal with this, I turned pain into humor and art.`I wore eye patches (眼罩), styled my hair over the empty space, called myself “emo”, and made jokes. Within a month, I visited a prosthetic eye expert. She made me an eye that looked exactly like my other eye. This experience was liberating, and the shame of being different began to disappear. When the new eye was put in place, I joyfully took countless selfies. I felt like the window to my soul had been fixed. I had another eye made that has a butterfly where the pupil (瞳孔) sits. I feel like I’ve turned my suffering into art. It has become self-expression. I wear my butterfly eye for special occasions to make me stand out. I’ve come to realize that standing out is not a bad thing. I turned my pain into freedom. I’m learning to accept who I am — the one-eyed girl. The window to my soul isn’t broken; it’s just custom-made. 41．What did Coats’ disease result in for the author in her life? A．It led to eye removal. B．It avoided social interactions. C．It has no significant impact on life. D．It resulted in enhanced athletic abilities. 42．Why did the author feel excited about the removal of her diseased eye? A．She was eager to have better vision. B．She wanted to look different from others. C．She expected to get a cool prosthetic eye. D．She hoped to look more like everyone else. 43．How did the author overcome her “new pain” after her eye was removed? A．By avoiding social interactions. B．By seeking help from a support group. C．By using humor and art to express herself. D．By constantly changing her prosthetic eye. 44．How does the author ultimately view her identity? A．As a unique individual who stands out. B．As someone constantly struggling with pain. C．As someone who can adjust to her environment. D．As an ordinary person with an extraordinary story. 45．What does the story convey? A．The social shame associated with wearing a prosthetic eye. B．The medical details and consequences of Coats’ disease. C．The pressure to obey and the challenges of standing out. D．The shift from challenges to self-acceptance. 【答案】41．A 42．D 43．C 44．A 45．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者的左眼因为被诊断为外层渗出性视网膜病变而不得不被摘除，并装上义眼。在这个过程中，作者经历了很多身体上和精神上的挑战与痛苦，但是最后作者接受了自己与众不同的身份。 41．细节理解题。根据第二段的句子“Eventually, my diseased eye had to be removed.(最后，我那只患病的眼睛不得不被摘除)”可知，外层渗出性视网膜病变导致了作者的眼睛被摘除。故选A项。 42．细节理解题。根据三段的句子“I was excited to get rid of it since that meant I could get a normal-looking prosthetic eye (义眼) and I would be free of pain. But actually, I hated the way my eye looked almost more than the pain it gave me. I just wanted to be normal and fit in. I was sick of all the stares and questions.(我很高兴能摆脱它，因为这意味着我可以得到一个看起来正常的假眼，我将不再痛苦。但实际上，我更讨厌我眼睛的样子，而不是它给我带来的痛苦。我只是想做个普通人，融入社会。我受够了所有的注视和问题)”可知，作者对摘除她患病的眼睛感到兴奋是因为她希望自己看起来和其他人一样。故选D项。 43．细节理解题。根据第五段的句子“However, walking around without an eye was awkward, and a new kind of pain appeared — a realization that I would never be like everyone else. To deal with this, I turned pain into humor and art. I wore eye patches (眼罩), styled my hair over the empty space, called myself “emo”, and made jokes.(然而，没有眼睛走路是很尴尬的，一种新的痛苦出现了——意识到我永远不会像其他人一样。为了解决这个问题，我把痛苦变成了幽默和艺术。戴着眼罩，在空旷的地方做发型，称自己为“emo”，还开玩笑)”可知，作者为了克服眼睛被摘除后的“新痛苦”，作者用幽默和艺术来表达自己。故选C项。 44．细节理解题。根据最后一段“I’ve come to realize that standing out is not a bad thing. I turned my pain into freedom. I’m learning to accept who I am — the one-eyed girl. The window to my soul isn’t broken; it’s just custom-made.(我开始意识到与众不同并不是一件坏事。我把痛苦变成了自由。我正在学着接受我是谁——独眼女孩。我灵魂的窗户没有破碎；这只是定制的)”可知，作者最后接受了自己是个与众不同的人。故选A项。 45．推理判断题。本文主要讲述了作者的左眼因为被诊断为外层渗出性视网膜病变而不得不被摘除，并装上义眼。在这个过程中，作者经历了很多身体上和精神上的挑战与痛苦，但是最后作者接受了自己与众不同的身份。由此推知，这个故事要表达的是“从挑战到自我接纳的转变”。故选D项。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・五区县・期末） As I’ve grown older, my connection to nature has become stronger. Recently, I was fortunate to spend a good part of a week immersed in the wilderness, following the teachings of my father from my childhood. Ever since I was 10, my sister, father, and I would load up his canoe (独木舟) with supplies and venture into the heart of Algonquin Park. There were years when I ignored the call of Algonquin, caught up in the busyness of life — graduate school, and raising young children. It all felt overwhelming. But as time passed, my children grew older, and the call of Algonquin grew louder. With the support of my family, I finally heeded that call again, and started planning to take part in one of our family trips there. My family’s expertise in the outdoors has been invaluable for such trips. My sister, a teacher, carefully plans our trips while my dad, a skilled outdoorsman, effortlessly handles tasks like setting up camp and preparing meals. And my husband is really strong and good at moving things around. But, as the trip got closer, my husband suddenly hurt his leg. And suddenly, I was faced with managing the first part of the trip as the only adult. Could I drive my daughters, alone, to Algonquin’s remote north boundary to meet my dad and stepmom? Could I steer (驾驶) the canoe? Could I carry the canoe? I had driven across Canada, alone, in my twenties, well before Google Maps. I was pretty sure I could steer if we kept to smaller lakes that were less likely to become windswept. But I feared carrying a canoe. Plus, lifting it onto my shoulders seemed impossible for someone of my strength. But Algonquin was calling me. I channeled the fearless independence of my younger self and called Dad. “If we shorten the route and I find a lightweight canoe, the girls and I are coming,” I told him. With guidance from YouTube and my sister, I mastered the technique of lifting the canoe onto my shoulders and on the day, I unloaded it without a hitch. The trip was serene. I was reunited with the beauty of Algonquin — the majestic red pines, serene lakes, and the sense of peace that comes with being in the wilderness. This journey felt like a pilgrimage (朝圣), reconnecting me with my adventurous younger self who isn’t extinct, just out of practice. 41．What contributed to my taking part in a family trip again? A．Ignorance of the call of Algonquin. B．Being caught up in the busyness of life. C．My children getting older and louder. D．Confidence in family and support from them. 42．Which of the following was the author confident of? A．Managing the first part of the trip. B．Steering canoe in small and calm lakes. C．Carrying the canoe by herself. D．Lifting the canoe onto her shoulders. 43．What kind of person can we learn about the author? A．Independent and humorous. B．Pessimistic and unmotivated. C．Nature-loving and adventurous. D．Ambitious and self-confident. 44．What message is mainly conveyed in the text? A．It’s never too late for a woman to take a risk. B．Your family is there for you whatever happens. C．You should find and stick to what you are good at. D．Reunion with nature brings back one’s real self. 【答案】41．D 42．B 43．C 44．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者从亲近自然的一次家庭旅行，从而重新找回自己。 41．细节理解题。根据第二段“With the support of my family, I finally heeded that call again, and started planning to take part in one of our family trips there.(在家人的支持下，我终于再次响应了那个呼唤，并开始计划参加我们的一次家庭旅行)”以及第三段“My family’s expertise in the outdoors has been invaluable for such trips.(我的家人在户外的专业知识对这样的旅行是无价的)”可知，家人的支持以及对家人户外活动的信心使作者重拾了儿时的热情，想要加入家庭旅行。故选D。 42．细节理解题。根据第五段“I was pretty sure I could steer if we kept to smaller lakes that were less likely to become windswept.(我很确定，如果我们沿着不太可能被大风刮过的小湖泊行驶，我可以驾驶)”可知，作者对于在较小的不容易被风刮走的湖面上驾驶皮划艇很有信心。故选B。 43．推理判断题。根据第一段“Ever since I was 10, my sister, father, and I would load up his canoe with supplies and venture into the heart of Algonquin Park.(从我10岁起，我姐姐、父亲和我就会把补给装上他的独木舟，冒险进入阿尔冈昆公园的中心)”和“But as time passed, my children grew older, and the call of Algonquin grew louder.(但随着时间的流逝，我的孩子们长大了，阿尔冈昆的呼唤也越来越响亮)”以及第六段第一句 “But Algonquin was calling me.(但是阿尔冈昆在呼唤我)”可知，作者十分热爱大自然。根据第六段第二句 “I channeled the fearless independence of my younger self and called Dad.(我恢复了年轻时那种无畏的独立，给爸爸打了电话)”以及最后一段“This journey felt like a pilgrimage, reconnecting me with my adventurous younger self who isn’t extinct, just out of practice.(这段旅程感觉就像朝圣之旅，让我与年轻时充满冒险精神的自己重新联系起来)”可知，作者的内在是充满冒险精神的。故选C。 44．推理判断题。通读全文，并根据第一段“As I’ve grown older, my connection to nature has become stronger.(随着年龄的增长，我与自然的联系越来越紧密)”以及最后一段“This journey felt like a pilgrimage, reconnecting me with my adventurous younger self who isn’t extinct, just out of practice.(这段旅程感觉就像朝圣之旅，让我与年轻时充满冒险精神的自己重新联系起来)”可知，本文主要是通过描写自己亲近自然的一次家庭旅行，从而重新找回自己。故选D。 主题03 人与社会——科学与技术 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河北区・期末） Getting into computer science is challenging but exciting. If you like solving tech problems and creating with computers, there are great contests that can prove how good you are and help you take your computer skills to a higher level. Bebras Bebras is a computing competition where each participant gets 45 minutes to answer15 multiple-choice questions on computational and logical thinking. Students complete the challenge at school, and they can track how their computer science skills grow over time. * Eligibility requirements (资格要求): Any teacher can sign their students up for the competition and students from all backgrounds are welcome to join the competition. * Prizes: Your teacher can print certificates with your level of achievement. Congressional App Challenge In this computer science competition, individual students or groups of up to four design an app. The app can be created using any programming language and platform, and it can be on any theme or topic. * Eligibility requirements: You must be a middle or high school student in a participating district. * Prizes: Winning apps are qualified to be displayed in the US Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives’ website. Winners are also invited to attend a reception on Capitol Hill and may be awarded additional sponsor prizes. International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) Each country sends a group of four students, who compete individually, to the two-day international competition. American students must win the USACO competition to be chosen to participate. * Eligibility requirements: You must be a secondary school student who wins your national competition. * Prizes: IOI officially only gives medals to the winners. However, the real prize is being able to write down“IOI winner” when you apply to a college, which will give you a big advantage in most top Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) college programs. USA Computing Olympiad (USACO) This well-known and well-regarded competition tests skills in areas such as programming problems that can be solved using various programming languages. Following the three online contests, students advance to the national “US Open” competition. From these results, the top 24 or so scorers are invited to a training camp in the early summer. At the end of the camp, the top four participants are invited to attend IOI. * Eligibility requirements: You must be a middle school or high school student in the US. * Prizes: Top four participants go on to compete at IOI. 36．Which competition is open to any student? A．Bebras. B．USA Computing Olympiad. C．Congressional App Challenge. D．International Olympiad in Informatics. 37．What can we know about Congressional App Challenge? A．The competition must be partıcipated in as a team. B．Winners get a scholarship to study computer science. C．Winning apps are presented in the US Capitol Building. D．The competition focuses on apps related to political topics. 38．How can American students be chosen for the IOI? A．By being chosen by their teachers. B．By winning the Bebras competition. C．By attending a summer training camp. D．By entering the top four in the USACO competition. 39．What kind of prize can winners of the IOI get? A．A job offer from a top technology company. B．Certificates with your level of achievement. C．Medals and recognition on college applications. D．An invitation to attend a reception on Capitol Hill. 40．Which of the following describes the competition procedure of the USACO? A．It allows participants to compete as a team. B．It helps students track their skills over time. C．Participants enter the top 24 without any contest. D．Participants have 3 online contests followed by the US Open. 【答案】36．A 37．C 38．D 39．C 40．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个与计算机科学相关的竞赛活动，并详细说明了其参赛资格要求、奖项设置以及竞赛的简要内容。 36．细节理解题。根据文章Bebras部分中的“Eligibility requirements (资格要求): Any teacher can sign their students up for the competition and students from all backgrounds are welcome to join the competition.(资格要求：任何教师都可以为自己的学生报名参赛，欢迎来自各种背景的学生参加。)”可知，任何学生都可以参加该竞赛。故选A。 37．细节理解题。根据文章Congressional App Challenge部分中的“Prizes: Winning apps are qualified to be displayed in the US Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives’ website.(奖项：获奖的应用程序有资格在美国国会大厦展示，并在众议院网站上展示。)”可知，获奖的应用程序有资格在美国国会大厦展示。故选C。 38．细节理解题。根据文章International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI)部分中的“American students must win the USACO competition to be chosen to participate.(美国学生必须在“美国计算机奥林匹克竞赛”（USACO）中获胜，才有机会被选中参赛。)”可知，美国学生必须在 USACO 竞赛中进入前四名才能被选中参加 IOI。故选D。 39．细节理解题。根据文章International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI)部分中的“Prizes: IOI officially only gives medals to the winners. However, the real prize is being able to write down “IOI winner” when you apply to a college, which will give you a big advantage in most top Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) college programs.(奖项：国际信息学奥林匹克竞赛官方仅向获胜者颁发奖牌。然而，真正的奖励是在你申请大学时，能够写下“国际信息学奥林匹克竞赛获胜者”，这在大多数顶尖的理工科（STEM）大学课程申请中会给你带来很大优势。)”可知，获胜者会获得奖牌，并且在大学申请中有优势。故选C。 40．细节理解题。根据文章USA Computing Olympiad (USACO)部分中的“This well-known and well-regarded competition tests skills in areas such as programming problems that can be solved using various programming languages. Following the three online contests, students advance to the national “US Open” competition.(这项著名且备受认可的竞赛测试学生在编程问题等领域的技能，这些问题可以使用各种编程语言来解决。经过三轮在线竞赛后，学生们晋级到全国性的“美国公开赛”竞赛。)”可知，参赛者先进行三轮线上竞赛，然后参加美国公开赛。故选D。 主题04 人与社会——文学、艺术与体育 （2024-2025 学年高三上・南开区・期末） It’s certainly exciting to think about all the different options that could be explored in a story. But where to begin? Follow this step-by-step guide and writing tips to polish your creative writing skills. Step 1: Determine Your Setting Location is a very useful tool in novel-building. You should treat it as you would treat a character, allowing it to convey mood and letting it reveal more of itself over time. By selecting locations that excite you, you can transform relatively dull (乏味的) scenes into more attractive ones. Location can also provide the inspiration for scenes and can even shape the course of your story. All the research you conducted in the first phase of writing will come in handy during your first draft, when you find yourself needing to describe a particular street, park, or other scene set somewhere previously unfamiliar to you. Step 2: Make Memorable Characters Character and event are inseparable (不可分离的), because a person is what happens to them. Your job as a writer is to learn about your character by observing how they interact with the world around them. Characters — like real people — have hobbies, pets, histories, etc. It’s essential to your novel that you understand these aspects of your character so that you are equipped to understand how they may react under the pressures of events they encounter. Step 3: Understand the 2 Types of Conflict Every story is made up of both events and characters. A story happens because a pattern is interrupted. If you are writing about a day that is like any other day, it is most likely a routine, not a story. In order to be a story, something has to happen. We call what happens in a novel the plot. There are two types of conflict: 1. Internal conflict (a threat from within) 2. External conflict (a threat from outside) Both types of conflict create tension in a narrative (叙述) and help move the story forward. Conflict drives character development as well as plot. Your plot will develop naturally if you give your character a motivation, then throw obstacles (阻碍) in her way. 36．Which of the following statements about the location is TRUE? A．Location has nothing to do with shaping the story. B．Choosing a location you’re unfamiliar with will excite you. C．Location and character are of equal importance. D．The role of location is mainly reflected in the first draft. 37．According to the passage how to make memorable characters? A．By putting pressure on them. B．By watching them interact with the world around them. C．By creating unique scenes. D．By ignoring the characteristics of the characters and their environment. 38．What do we learn about from Paragraph 4? A．A story consists only of characters. B．Every day in a story is the same experience. C．Not all stories are made up of events and characters. D．A story is different from a routine, 39．The role of conflict in a story is to ________. A．drive the characters mad. B．create and drive the plot forward. C．introduce more characters naturally. D．set difficulties in the character’s way. 40．Where is the passage probably taken from? A．A learning website. B．A story book. C．A science fiction. D．A business magazine. 【答案】36．C 37．B 38．D 39．B 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了如何写小说的建议，包括确定情节、塑造人物、理解冲突等步骤和要点。 36．细节理解题。根据文章第二段中“Location is a very useful tool in novel-building. You should treat it as you would treat a character(地点在小说创作中是一个非常有用的工具。你应该像对待角色一样对待它)”可知，地点和角色同等重要。故选C。 37．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Your job as a writer is to learn about your character by observing how they interact with the world around them(作为作家的任务是通过观察角色如何与周围世界互动来了解他们)”可知，通过观察角色与世界的互动可以塑造令人难忘的角色。故选B。 38．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“If you are writing about a day that is like any other day, it is most likely a routine, not a story. In order to be a story, something has to happen. We call what happens in a novel the plot(如果你写的是和其他日子一样的一天，那很可能是例行公事，而不是故事。为了成为一个故事，必须有事情发生。我们称小说中发生的事情为情节)”可知，故事与日常生活不同。故选D。 39．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Conflict drives character development as well as plot(冲突推动角色发展和情节发展)”可知，冲突在故事中的作用是推动情节向前发展。故选B。 40．推理判断题。根据文章内容以及第一段“It’s certainly exciting to think about all the different options that could be explored in a story. But where to begin? Follow this step-by-step guide and writing tips to polish your creative writing skills.(想到在一个故事中可以探索的所有不同选择当然令人兴奋。但是从哪里开始呢？按照这个循序渐进的指南和写作技巧来提高你的创造性写作技巧)”可知，文章详细介绍了小说创作的步骤和技巧。可以推断这篇文章可能来自学习网站，帮助读者提升写作技能。故选A。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・红桥区・期末） Welcome to the home page of the Photography World website. We offer a range of useful services for photographers and photography lovers. Camera Club Join our club and enjoy a range of benefits. You’ll get invitations to our regular events, such as members’ film shows, exhibitions and talks by experts. You can apply for Full membership, Associate membership or Junior membership. Full membership includes free entry to all events and 10% discount when ordering equipment online. Associate membership gives you half-price tickets to events. Junior membership(proof of age required) allows youngsters to enjoy the benefits of Full membership. Costs (per year): Full membership $20, Associate $12, Junior $10. Most new members joined as the result of recommendations from current members. Advice Center Take advantage of our Advice Center. Ask our experts your questions about cameras and photography. Whether you’ re looking for solutions to problems or fresh ideas for interesting photos, you’ll get response here. Simply email your questions to advice@ cameraclub.com or leave a recorded message on 0800-565656. We guarantee to send you a reply by email within five days. Please note that since we fail to provide information about repairs to cameras, you should contact the manufacturer about these. Competition Our competition is held every year and is a great chance for new and experienced photographers to win one of our great prizes, which range from albums to keep your photos in to one-day courses or a set of state-of-the-art camera equipment. Entries can only be accepted from members. They can be sent in prints, on a CD or memory stick, or by email. Please note that photos can’t be returned, so make sure you have copies. The topic—for example, wildlife, transport, people—is announced each year here on the website when the competition opens. 36．If you have Associate membership, how much should you pay for a 20-dollar ticket? A．$10. B．$12 C．$15 D．$20 37．What do you need to prove when applying for Junior membership? A．Health. B．Income. C．Age. D．Gender. 38．Which of the following CAN’T be obtained from the advice center? A．Solutions to problems about photography. B．Fresh ideas for interesting photos. C．Response to club members’ questions. D．Information about repairs to cameras. 39．How will the Advice Center inform you of its reply? A．By writing you a letter. B．By telling you in person. C．By telephoning you. D．By sending you an email. 40．What’s the requirement of the competition? A．Competitors must be experienced. B．Competitors must have membership. C．Competitors’ works must be sent by email. D．Competitors must have spare copies of their photos. 【答案】36．A 37．C 38．D 39．D 40．B 【导语】本文是应用文。文章主要介绍摄影世界网站的主页为摄影师和摄影爱好者提供的一系列有用的服务。 36．细节理解题。根据第二段“Associate membership gives you half-price tickets to events. (会员资格为您提供半价活动门票。)”可知，会员资格为您提供半价活动门票，所以如果你是会员，你应该花10美元买一张20美元的票。故选A。 37．细节理解题。根据第二段“Junior membership(proof of age required) allows youngsters to enjoy the benefits of Full membership. (初级会员资格（需要年龄证明）允许年轻人享受正式会员资格的好处。)”可知，初级会员资格需要年龄证明。故选C。 38．细节理解题。根据第三段“Take advantage of our Advice Center. Ask our experts your questions about cameras and photography. Whether you’ re looking for solutions to problems or fresh ideas for interesting photos, you’ll get response here. Simply email your questions to advice@ cameraclub.com or leave a recorded message on 0800-565656. We guarantee to send you a reply by email within five days. Please note that since we fail to provide information about repairs to cameras, you should contact the manufacturer about these. (利用我们的咨询中心。向我们的专家询问有关相机和摄影的问题。无论你是在寻找问题的解决方案，还是为有趣的照片寻找新的想法，你都会在这里得到回应。只需将您的问题通过电子邮件发送至@camericaclub.com，或拨打0800-565656留下录音信息。我们保证在五天内通过电子邮件给您回复。请注意，由于我们无法提供有关相机维修的信息，您应该联系制造商。)”可知，这里可以提供摄影问题的解决方案，有趣照片的新鲜创意并且回答俱乐部成员的问题，但是无法提供有关摄像头维修的信息。故选D。 39．细节理解题。根据第三段“We guarantee to send you a reply by email within five days. (我们保证在五天内通过电子邮件给您回复。)”可知，Advice Center通过发电子邮件给与回复。故选D。 40．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Entries can only be accepted from members. (只能接受会员的参赛作品。)”可知，必须是会员才能参加比赛。故选B。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河东区・期末） Have you ever thought about writing your own fantasy novel? One of the best things you can do is to draw inspiration from others. Here are some of the best fantasy books for you. Sabriel by Garth Nix While attending a boarding school, Sabriel receives a package which contains bells, her father’s swords, and a message instructing her to stop a dangerous act on destroying the Old Kingdom’s magical rules. This classic fantasy provides readers with more adventures to explore. Also available from: Amazon; Walmart. Pet by Akwaeke Emezi This book is about ideas of justice, good and the bad. Jam lives in the town of Lucille, where the old statues have been torn down and the bad things no longer exist. But when a creature named Pet appears from one of her mother’s paintings, on the hunt for a monster, Jam will have to rethink all she’s been taught. Also available from: Amazon; Barnes & Noble. Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor Fans of Harry Potter will be swept away by this adventurous tale about four new friends who discover they have access to powerful magic. Born in New York City, Sunny Nwazue felt out of place and isolated until she was invited into a hidden world and handed a dangerous task. Also available from: Amazon; Walmart. Seraphina by Rachel Hartman This novel takes readers into a world where dragons and humans live side by side. Seraphina is half human and half dragon, with a dragon mother able to take human form and a human father who can’t stand dragons. Seraphina will probably become a teen fantasy classic. Also available from: Target. 36．Which book describes a creature hunting for a monster? A．Pet. B．Sabriel. C．Akata Witch. D．Seraphina. 37．Which character was born in the city of New York? A．Jam. B．Sabriel. C．Seraphina. D．Sunny Nwazue. 38．What is the main task Sabriel is instructed to do in the book “Sabriel” by Garth Nix? A．To attend a boarding school. B．To stop a dangerous act on destroying magical rules. C．To find her father’s swords. D．To explore more adventures. 39．Which book is likely to appeal to fans of Harry Potter? A．Sabriel by Garth Nix. B．Pet by Akwaeke Emezi. C．Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor. D．Seraphina by Rachel Hartman. 40．Where can you buy a copy of Seraphina? A．From Amazon. B．From Target. C．From Walmart. D．From Barnes & Noble. 【答案】36．A 37．D 38．B 39．C 40．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了几本奇幻小说。 36．细节理解题。根据Pet by Akwaeke Emezi部分中的“But when a creature named Pet appears from one of her mother’s paintings, on the hunt for a monster, Jam will have to rethink all she’s been taught.(但当一个名叫佩特的生物出现在她母亲的一幅画中时，在寻找怪物的过程中，贾姆将不得不重新思考她所学到的一切)”可知，Pet这本书描述了一种生物追捕怪物的故事，故选A。 37．细节理解题。根据Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor部分中的“Born in New York City, Sunny Nwazue felt out of place and isolated until she was invited into a hidden world and handed a dangerous task.(出生于纽约市的桑尼·恩瓦祖 (Sunny Nwazue) 感到格格不入和孤立无援，直到她被邀请进入一个隐藏的世界并交给她一项危险的任务)”可知，小说中的人物Sunny Nwazue出生在纽约，故选D。 38．细节理解题。根据Sabriel by Garth Nix部分中的“While attending a boarding school, Sabriel receives a package which contains bells, her father’s swords, and a message instructing her to stop a dangerous act on destroying the Old Kingdom’s magical rules.(在寄宿学校上学时，萨布莉尔收到一个包裹，里面有铃铛、她父亲的剑，以及一条指示她停止破坏旧王国魔法规则的危险行为的信。)”可知，加斯·尼克斯的Sabriel一书中指示萨布里埃尔要做的主要任务是阻止破坏魔法规则的危险行为。故选B。 39．细节理解题。根据Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor部分中的“Fans of Harry Potter will be swept away by this adventurous tale about four new friends who discover they have access to powerful magic. (哈利·波特的粉丝们一定会被这个关于四个新朋友发现自己能够获得强大魔法的冒险故事所吸引)”可知，Akata Witch有可能吸引哈利·波特的粉丝，故选C。 40．细节理解题。根据Seraphina by Rachel Hartman中的“Also available from: Target.(也可从Target获得)”可知，可以在Target上买到Seraphina这本书，故选B。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・部分区・期末） Subscription: How It Works Magazine How It Works is a science and technology magazine with exciting information about our universe and everything in it, covering a wide range of topics such as space, nature, science, animals and technology. What is inside? ·Global Eye — the latest news, developments and events from the world of science and technology. ·Features — our in-depth articles explain topics in an exciting and engaging way that everyone can understand. ·Brain Dump — get the answers to all your burning “how and why” questions in our reader Q&A section. ·How To — your guide to fun experiments and projects to try out at home. 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Our promise to you: Best price guarantee: We’ll refund the difference if you find it cheaper elsewhere. You’re in control: Manage your subscription online via our dedicated self-service site. 36．Which topic is included in “How It Works” magazine? A．Music. B．Education. C．Space. D．Finance. 37．In which part of the magazine can you find instructions on experiments? A．Global Eye. B．Features. C．Brain Dump. D．How To. 38．How much should you pay if you make a yearly subscription in print? A．$116. B．$121. C．$28. D．S8.93. 39．According to the passage, subscribers of the magazine can ______. A．purchase the magazine on the App Store B．be informed of the latest news in humanity C．cancel the order within 14 days of its purchase D．get a full refund if they find it cheaper elsewhere 40．Where is the article most likely to be found? A．Reports section in a sports journal. B．Advertisement section on a website. C．Education section in a newspaper. D．Fashion section in a magazine. 【答案】36．C 37．D 38．A 39．C 40．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了How It Works这本杂志内容、价格和订阅等方面的信息。 36．细节理解题。根据第一段“How It Works is a science and technology magazine with exciting information about our universe and everything in it, covering a wide range of topics such as space, nature, science, animals and technology. (How It Works是一本科技杂志，提供有关我们的宇宙及其中一切事物的激动人心的信息，涵盖太空、自然、科学、动物和技术等广泛主题。)”可知，How It Works的主题包括太空方面。故选C项。 37．细节理解题。根据What is inside?部分的句子“·How To — your guide to fun experiments and projects to try out at home. (如何做——您可以在家中尝试的有趣实验和项目指南。)”可知，在杂志的How To部分，你能找到关于实验的说明。故选D项。 38．细节理解题。在Why to subscribe?部分的句子“Print: $8.93 per issue, $116.00 annually/ 13 issues (印刷：每期8.93美元，每年116.00美元/ 13期)”可知，如果你每年订阅印刷版，你应该付116美元。故选A项。 39．细节理解题。根据Why to subscribe?部分的句子“Your subscription can be cancelled at any time within 14 days of the date of purchase. (您的订阅可以在购买之日起14天内随时取消。)”可知，杂志的订阅者可以购买后14天内取消订单。故选C项。 40．推理判断题。根据文章对How It Works杂志的内容和价格等方面的介绍以及最后一段“Your purchase here at pocketmags.com can be read on any of the following platforms. You can read here on the website or download the app for your platform, just remember to log in with your Pocketmags username and password. (你在pocketmags.com上购买的东西可以在以下任何一个平台上阅读。你可以在网站上阅读或为你的平台下载应用程序，只要记得用你的Pocketmags用户名和密码登录。)”可知，本文是网站上How It Works杂志的广告。故选B项。 主题05 人与社会——历史社会与文化 （2024-2025 学年高三上・西青区・期末） Ancient Greece This guide offers a wealth of information and images about Ancient Greece, covering topics such as art, architecture, politics, the Olympics, geography, and history. A notable feature is the photo gallery with bird’s-eye images of Greek art, providing a unique perspective on the era’s artistic achievements. The contents include maps, biographies of significant historical figures, and links to related resources. However, the site offers limited engaging multimedia content. It is important to note that the website was last updated in 2008, and some links may be broken or outdated. Getty Getty, a well-regarded online museum, emphasizes the visual arts and serves both general audiences and specialized professionals with its extensive offerings. The Research Library at Getty is accessible to users both on-site and remotely, providing a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and researchers alike. The Explore Art section invites visitors to look though a vast collection of artworks on display, offering insights into various artistic styles and periods. Users can view current or past exhibitions, enriching their understanding of art history. The website also facilitates discussions on various aspects of art and art history, encouraging deeper engagement with the subject. Library of Congress The Library of Congress website serves as a collection of primary source materials related to the history and culture of the United States. It boasts more than 7 million digital artworks from over 100 historical collections. Users can select specific collections to search, allowing for targeted exploration of American history. Additionally, the site offers teaching and learning ideas through its American Memory project, providing educators with valuable classroom resources. Internet History Sourcebooks Project The Internet History Sourcebooks Project is a remarkable collection of public domain and copy-permitted historical texts intended for educational use. The website is designed to support teachers and students, featuring hundreds of well-organized sources. It includes links to visual and auditory materials, recognizing the significant role that art and archaeology play in the study of ancient history. This resource is invaluable for educators seeking to enrich their curriculum with primary source materials. 36．How is Ancient Greece different from other websites? A．It covers art. B．It has not been updated recently. C．Its topics include history. D．It contains historical culture. 37．What can visitors do in the Explore Art part of Getty? A．View artworks on display. B．Purchase art pieces online. C．Serve the Research Library. D．Join the scientific discussion. 38．Where should you go to find a collection of historical texts for educational use? A．Getty. B．Ancient Greece. C．Library of Congress. D．Internet History Sourcebooks Project. 39．What do the last two websites have in common? A．They focus on ancient science. B．They provide teaching materials. C．They deal with American issues. D．They have several hundred pages. 40．Who is the passage most probably written for? A．History and art students and teachers. B．Tourists visiting Greece. C．Art collectors. D．Technology enthusiasts. 【答案】36．B 37．A 38．D 39．B 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四个与艺术和历史有关的四个在线网站。 36．细节理解题。根据Ancient Greece部分的句子“It is important to note that the website was last updated in 2008, and some links may be broken or outdated.(值得注意的是，该网站上次更新是在2008年，一些链接可能已经损坏或过时)”可知，Ancient Greece与其它网站的不同之处在于它最近没有更新。故选B项。 37．细节理解题。根据Getty部分的句子“The Explore Art section invites visitors to look though a vast collection of artworks on display, offering insights into various artistic styles and periods. Users can view current or past exhibitions, enriching their understanding of art history.(The Explore Art部分邀请参观者参观展出的大量艺术品，提供对各种艺术风格和时期的见解。用户可以查看当前或过去的展览，丰富他们对艺术史的理解)”可知，游客在Getty博物馆的The Explore Art部分可以观看展出的艺术品。故选A项。 38．细节理解题。根据Internet History Sourcebooks Project部分的句子“This resource is invaluable for educators seeking to enrich their curriculum with primary source materials.(对于寻求使用原始资料丰富课程的教育工作者来说，此资源非常宝贵)”可知，应该到Internet History Sourcebooks Project去找一些用于教育的历史文献。故选D项。 39．细节理解题。根据Library of Congress部分的最后一句“Additionally, the site offers teaching and learning ideas through its American Memory project, providing educators with valuable classroom resources.(此外，该网站还通过其美国记忆项目提供教学理念，为教育工作者提供宝贵的课堂资源)”和Internet History Sourcebooks Project 部分的最后一句“This resource is invaluable for educators seeking to enrich their curriculum with primary source materials.(对于寻求使用原始资料丰富课程的教育工作者来说，此资源非常宝贵)”可知，最后两个网站的共同之处在于它们都提供教学资料。故选B项。 40．推理判断题。根据Ancient Greece部分的第一句“This guide offers a wealth of information and images about Ancient Greece, covering topics such as art, architecture, politics, the Olympics, geography, and history.(本指南提供了丰富的信息和图像关于古希腊，涵盖主题，如艺术，建筑，政治，奥运会，地理和历史)”、Getty部分的句子“Users can view current or past exhibitions, enriching their understanding of art history. The website also facilitates discussions on various aspects of art and art history, encouraging deeper engagement with the subject. (用户可以查看当前或过去的展览，丰富他们对艺术史的理解。该网站还促进了对艺术和艺术史各个方面的讨论，鼓励人们更深入地参与这一主题)”、Library of Congress部分的第一句“The Library of Congress website serves as a collection of primary source materials related to the history and culture of the United States.(美国国会图书馆网站收集了与美国历史和文化有关的原始资料)”和Internet History Sourcebooks Project部分的句子“It includes links to visual and auditory materials, recognizing the significant role that art and archaeology play in the study of ancient history. (它包括视觉和听觉材料的链接，认识到艺术和考古学在古代历史研究中的重要作用)”可知，文章介绍的四个网站都能提供艺术和历史方面的资料和信息。由此推知，这篇文章很可能是写给与历史和艺术相关的学生或老师的。故选A项。 主题06 人与社会——社会服务与人际沟通 （2024-2025 学年高三上・和平区・期末） Job Opportunities at Green Valley Community! Green Valley Community is excited to announce several job openings for individuals looking to make a positive impact in our community. We offer a range of positions suitable for various skills and interests. Read on to find out how you can contribute! Green Valley Gardens Are you passionate about gardening? Green Valley Gardens needs volunteers to help maintain our community gardens, including planting flowers, weeding, and watering. This role involves outdoor work from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. every Wednesday and Saturday. No prior experience is required, just a love for nature and a willingness to get your hands dirty! For more information, contact Sarah Thompson at sarah@greenvalleygardens.org or call 740-5552345. Community Library Assistant We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist with the daily operations of our community library. Duties include shelving books, helping patrons (顾客) find materials, and organizing events. Hours are flexible, typically from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays. This position requires excellent communication skills and a love for reading. Interested applicants should send their resume to jane@greenvalleylibrary.org. or call740-5556789. Youth Sports Coach Do you enjoy working with children? Green Valley Youth Sports is looking for coaches to lead after-school sports programs for kids aged 6-12. Coaches will teach basic athletic skills and promote teamwork and sportsmanship. Training sessions are provided, and no previous coaching experience is necessary. Practices run from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays. To apply, please contact Coach Mark at mark@greenvalleysports.org or visit our website at www.greenvalleysports.org for an application form. Senior Center Activity Coordinator The Green Valley Senior Center is hiring an Activity Coordinator to plan and implement activities for seniors, including arts and crafts, games, and fitness classes. This part-time position requires creativity, organizational skills, and the ability to engage with seniors. Hours are l p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays. Applicants should email their resume to lisalee@greenvalleyseniorcenter.org or call 740-5551234 for more details. Environmental Awareness Advocate Join our mission to educate the community about environmental conservation! The Environmental Awareness Advocate will organize workshops, create educational materials, and coordinate community clean-up events. This role involves both indoor and outdoor activities and requires a strong commitment to sustainability. Work hours vary based on event schedules. For more information, reach out to Emma Johnson at emma@greenvalleyenvironment.org or call 740-5550987. 36．Which position requires no previous experience but a passion for nature? A．Community Library Assistant. B．Youth Sports Coach. C．Green Valley Gardens Volunteer. D．Environmental Awareness Advocate. 37．How often are volunteer opportunities available at Community Library Assistant? A．Once a month. B．Twice a week. C．Every weekday. D．On weekends. 38．What is the common for both the Youth Sports Coach and the Senior Center Activity Coordinator positions? A．No prior working experience. B．Ability to interact with specific age groups. C．Basic athletic skills and sportsmanship. D．Excellent communication skills. 39．Who will contact Emma at www.greenvalleyenviornment.org? A．Those interested in gardening work. B．Those looking for training sessions. C．Those required to make ongoing contributions. D．Those seeking flexibility in working hours. 40．Which of the following pairs the job title with its primary responsibility? A．Community Library Assistant-Organizing community clean-up events B．Youth Sports Coach-Leading after-school sports programs C．Senior Center Activity Coordinator-Shelving books D．Environmental Awareness Advocate-Conducting library events 【答案】36．C 37．C 38．B 39．C 40．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍的是绿谷社区的多个工作机会，涵盖园艺、图书馆助理、青少年体育教练等职位，鼓励有兴趣的个人为社区发展贡献力量。 36．细节理解题。根据Green Valley Gardens部分中的“No prior experience is required, just a love for nature and a willingness to get your hands dirty!(不需要事先的经验，只需要对大自然的热爱和愿意亲自动手！)”可知，Green Valley Gardens提供的职位不需要工作经验，但需要热爱大自然。故选C项。 37．细节理解题。根据Community Library Assistant部分中的“Hours are flexible, typically from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays.(工作时间很灵活，通常是工作日的上午10点到下午2点)”可知，Community Library Assistant的工作时间灵活，每个工作日的上午10点到下午2点都提供志愿者机会。故选C项。 38．细节理解题。根据Youth Sports Coach部分中的“Do you enjoy working with children? Green Valley Youth Sports is looking for coaches to lead after-school sports programs for kids aged 6-12.(你喜欢和孩子们一起工作吗？绿谷青年体育正在寻找教练来领导6-12岁儿童的课外体育项目)”可知，该工作需要愿意与6-12岁的儿童一起工作，这需要的是与孩子沟通的能力，结合Senior Center Activity Coordinator部分中的“This part-time position requires creativity, organizational skills, and the ability to engage with seniors.(这个兼职职位需要创造力，组织能力，以及与老年人交流的能力)”可知，该职位需要与老年人交流的能力。由此可知，这两个职位的共同之处在于需要与特定年龄群体互动的能力。故选B项。 39．细节理解题。根据Environmental Awareness Advocate部分中的“This role involves both indoor and outdoor activities and requires a strong commitment to sustainability.(这一角色涉及室内和室外活动，需要对可持续发展作出坚定的承诺)”可知，这是一个需要对环保做出持续承诺的工作，结合下文的“For more information, reach out to Emma Johnson at emma@greenvalleyenvironment.org or call 740-5550987.(欲了解更多信息，请联系艾玛·约翰逊emma@greenvalleyenvironment.org或致电740-5550987)”可知，愿意为环境保护事业做出长期承诺的人可能会联系Emma了解更多信息。故选C项。 40．细节理解题。根据“Green Valley Youth Sports is looking for coaches to lead after-school sports programs for kids aged 6-12. Coaches will teach basic athletic skills and promote teamwork and sportsmanship.(Green Valley Youth Sports正在寻找教练来领导6-12岁儿童的课外体育项目。教练将教授基本的运动技巧，促进团队合作和体育精神)”可知，该职位需要青少年体育教练，主导课外体育项目，所以B选项中的职位名称与其主要职责联系起来。故选B项。 主题01 人与自我——生活与学习 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河东区・期末） When my family first landed in Perth, Australia, at the start of January, it was 40℃. On our very first evening in Perth, we watched as the sun set over the West Coast while eating watermelon by the sea. Not all of my memories were quite so pleasant, however. I was soon enrolled in kindergarten. While most kids would have been excited about going to their first big day of school, I was terrified because I couldn’t even introduce myself or say hello in English. Then I met Natsumi. Her family had just migrated to Australia from Japan. Unable to speak a word of English, we could only communicate with each other through body language, but this did not stop us from becoming close friends. My mom has a clear memory of one car trip when Natsumi and I were sitting in the backseat, giggling and whispering to each other in English. It was the first time I felt confident enough to speak the few words I had learned throughout the year. Unfortunately, at the end of that year, Natsumi’s family moved to Queensland and mine to New South Wales. Unintentionally, we lost touch. After my graduation from university, I went into training as an EAL/D teacher, teaching English to newly arrived secondary students. Between 2014 and 2018, many of my students were Japanese, which reminded me of Natsumi. I had long been searching for her, but in vain. On a visit to Japan in 2018, I picked up the trail again. Having spent a long night online, I came across someone named Natsumi. Taking a final gamble, I sent her a message. The next day, there was a reply: “Oh my god! Gabi? Gabi from Perth?” It turned out that Natsumi was still living in Queensland, but she would be visiting Sydney the week after I returned from Japan. We agreed on a date and met up for dinner. Seeing her again for the first time — more than 25 years since our last meeting — was incredible. However, there was one huge difference. This time, we were not only able to communicate with one another in English, but fluently so. 41．What can we learn about the author from Paragraph 1? A．She spoke better English when in her hometown. B．She found it hard to adapt to the climate of Australia. C．She considered her peers in the kindergarten terrifying. D．She might encounter language problems in the kindergarten. 42．What does the author want to show by mentioning her mom’s memory? A．No reason was needed for friendship between kids. B．Friendship with Natsumi made her more confident. C．Natsumi was so agreeable that her mom liked Natsumi a lot. D．She and Natsumi were close because they spoke English well at that time. 43．The author got in touch with Natsumi again after years by ______. A．an accidental finding online B．a visit to Japan C．her mom’s help D．her student’s clue 44．Why does the author mention the huge difference in the last paragraph? A．To prove a lasting friendship has great power. B．To stress it is important to learn English well. C．To show they two have grown a lot after years. D．To imply something has changed between them. 45．How did the author feel after meeting Natsumi again? A．Disappointed that they couldn’t communicate well. B．Overwhelmed with joy and surprise at the reunion. C．Indifferent to the changes that had occurred in Natsumi. D．Unsatisfied with the way their dinner conversation went. 【答案】41．D 42．B 43．A 44．C 45．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者和朋友Natsumi25年后重逢的故事。 41．细节理解题。根据第一段中“While most kids would have been excited about going to their first big day of school, I was terrified because I couldn’t even introduce myself or say hello in English. (虽然大多数孩子都会对上学的第一天感到兴奋，但我很害怕，因为我甚至无法用英语介绍自己或打招呼)”可知，作者在幼儿园可能会遇到语言问题。故选D。 42．推理判断题。根据第三段中“My mom has a clear memory of one car trip when Natsumi and I were sitting in the backseat, giggling and whispering to each other in English. It was the first time I felt confident enough to speak the few words I had learned throughout the year. (我妈妈清楚地记得有一次开车旅行，当时我和Natsumi坐在后座上，咯咯地笑着，用英语互相窃窃私语。这是我第一次有足够的信心说出我这一年来学到的几句话。)”可推知，作者通过提及母亲的记忆想表达的是与Natsumi的友谊让她更加自信。故选B。 43．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段和倒数第二段“On a visit to Japan in 2018, I picked up the trail again. Having spent a long night online, I came across someone named Natsumi. Taking a final gamble, I sent her a message. The next day, there was a reply: “Oh my god! Gabi? Gabi from Perth?” (2018年访问日本时，我又重拾了这条踪迹。在网上度过了一个漫长的夜晚后，我遇到了一个叫Natsumi的人。我下了最后一次赌注，给她发了一条消息。第二天，就收到了回复：“天啊！Gabi？来自珀斯的Gabi？”)”可知，时隔多年，作者通过网上偶然发现的Natsumi这一名字再次与朋友Natsumi取得联系。故选A。 44．推理判断题。根据最后一段“However, there was one huge difference. This time, we were not only able to communicate with one another in English, but fluently so. (然而，有一个巨大的差异。这一次，我们不仅能够用英语互相交流，而且还非常流利。)”和第三段中“Unable to speak a word of English, we could only communicate with each other through body language, but this did not stop us from becoming close friends. (我们不会说一句英语，只能通过肢体语言交流，但这并不妨碍我们成为亲密的朋友)”可知，她们两个刚认识的时候不怎么会说英语，如今她们用英语流利地交流，由此可推知，作者在最后一段提到巨大的差异是为了以证明她们两个人多年来都成长了很多。故选C。 45．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Seeing her again for the first time — more than 25 years since our last meeting — was incredible.(距离我们上次见面已有 25 年多了，第一次见到她真是令人难以置信。)”可推知，再次见到Natsumi后，作者充满喜悦和惊喜。故选B。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・八校联考・期末） Online internship (实习) opportunities for high school studentsNASA Internship Programs NASA’s internship programs provide training, mentoring and career development opportunities both remote and in-person. In addition to their Pathways Internship, NASA lists a range of internships on their “Explore Our Opportunities” page. For example, the listing “Connecting the Local Urban Fabric to Global Climate Change” is a virtual internship intended for both high schoolers in grades 10-12 and undergraduates. Payment: Most interns receive a paid allowance. Qualification: US citizens grades 10-12 (and ages 16 and up) can apply. Application: Application materials and deadlines depend on the specific internship. Building-U Internship Centered around helping high school students as they move forward into postsecondary experiences, Building-U offers 3-month internships to high school students year-round. Interns can join various high school teams, including Resource Development, Multi-media, Marketing, Blog Squad, Coding, Business, Social Media and more. Payment: No allowance provided. Qualification: Currently enrolled high school students can apply. Application: Send an email with your resume to the organization (rolling deadline). Energy Mag Research Internship This non-profit offers virtual internships to high school and college students who wish to learn about renewable energy and the energy storage industry. Virtual internships at Energy Mag provide on-the-job training in research, writing, and non-profit work. Half-time (summer) and quarter-time (school-year) internships are available to suit the needs of students’ busy schedules. Payment: No allowance provided. Qualification: Sophomores, juniors, or seniors in high school taking at least one honors English class with GPAS over 3.25 can apply. Application: The application involves an essay and interview, with writing samples and transcripts (成绩单) required upon request (rolling deadline). Bumper Ambassador Program Bumper is a team of high school and college students building an investing app for teenagers. You can get involved through the Bumper Ambassadors Program, which is perfect for high school students interested in investing, personal finance and startups. This program involves participation in weekly meetings on topics surrounding investments and financial literacy. What makes it unique is that after completion of this 9-week program, you will receive a letter of recommendation for jobs, internships and colleges. Payment: No allowance provided. Qualification: All high school students can apply. Application: Fill out an online form to become part of the summer group (no deadline listed). Teens couldn’t contact the author of this story. The author can contact Teens if necessary. 36．Which program offers the highest payment? A．NASA Internship. B．Building-U Internship. C．EnergyMag Research Internship. D．Bumper Ambassador Program 37．If you’ re interested in Multi-media, you might participate in ______. A．NASA Internship Programs. B．Building-U Internship. C．EnergyMag Research Internship. D．Bumper Ambassador Program. 38．Which two internship programs require an online application process? A．NASA Internship and Building-U Internship B．Building-U Internship and EnergyMag Research Internship C．Energy Mag Research Internship and Bumper Ambassador Program D．Building-U Internship and Bumper Ambassador Program 39．What is special about the Bumper Ambassador Program? A．It guarantees a paid allowance. B．It requires investing experience. C．It offers a recommendation letter. D．It involves monthly meetings. 40．Where can we probably find this article? A．In a career guide for high school students. B．On a university’s official job website. C．In a magazine focusing on postgraduate studies. D．On a website about renewable energy internships. 【答案】36．A 37．B 38．D 39．C 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要讲的是为高中生提供的在线实习机会，具体介绍了五个不同的实习项目。 36．细节理解题。根据NASA Internship Programs部分“Most interns receive a paid allowance.(大多数实习生会获得津贴。)”可知，NASA实习提供的报酬最高。故选A。 37．细节理解题。根据Building-U Internship部分“Interns can join various high school teams, including Resource Development, Multi-media, Marketing, Blog Squad, Coding, Business, Social Media and more.(实习生可以加入各种高中团队，包括资源开发、多媒体、市场营销、博客小组、编码、商业、社交媒体等。)”可知，如果你对多媒体感兴趣，你可以参加Building-U实习。故选B。 38．细节理解题。根据Building-U Internship部分“Application: Send an email with your resume to the organization (rolling deadline).(申请：将你的简历发送电子邮件到组织（滚动截止日期）。)”和Bumper Ambassador Program部分的“Application: Fill out an online form to become part of the summer group (no deadline listed).(申请：填写在线表格成为暑期小组的一员（没有截止日期）。)”可知，Building-U Internship和Bumper Ambassador Program这两个实习项目需要在线申请。故选D。 39．细节理解题。根据Bumper Ambassador Program部分“What makes it unique is that after completion of this 9-week program, you will receive a letter of recommendation for jobs, internships and colleges.(它的独特之处在于，在完成这个为期9周的项目后，你将收到工作、实习和大学的推荐信。)”可知，Bumper Ambassador Program的特别之处是它会提供一封推荐信。故选C。 40．推理判断题。根据全文内容及标题“Online internship (实习) opportunities for high school students(高中生在线实习机会)”可知，本文主要介绍的是为高中生提供的在线实习机会，具体介绍了五个不同的实习项目，因此可能会在一份高中生就业指南中找到这篇文章。故选A。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・和平区・期末） Even then my only friends were made of paper and ink. At school I had learned to read and write long before the other children. Where my school friends saw ink on pages, I saw light, streets and people. Words and the mystery of their hidden science fascinated me, and I saw in them a key with which I could unlock a new world. My father didn’t like to see books in the house. There was something about them that offended him. He used to tell me that I’d better get rid of all my crazy ideas if I didn’t want to end up a nobody. I used to hide my books under the mattress (垫子)  and wait for him to fall asleep so that I could read. Once he caught me reading at night and flew into a rage (愤怒). He tore the book from my hands and flung (扔、掷) it out of the window. “If I catch you wasting electricity again, reading all this nonsense, you’ll be sorry.” My father was not a miser (吝啬鬼) and, despite the hardship we suffered, whenever he could he gave me a few coins so that I could buy myself some treats like the other children. He was convinced that I spent them on sweets, but I would keep them in a coffee tin under the bed, and when I’d collected enough coins I’d secretly rush out to buy myself a book. My favorite place in the whole city was the Sempere & Sons Bookshop on Calle Sant Ana. The bookseller would let me sit on a chair in a corner and read any book I liked to my heart’s content. When it was time for me to leave, I would do so dragging my feet, a weight on my soul. If it had been up to me, I would have stayed there forever. One Christmas Sempere gave me that best gift I had ever received. “Great expectations, by Charles Dickens,” I read on the cover. I was aware that Sempere knew a few authors who frequented his establishment (企业) and, judging by the care with which he handled the volume, I thought perhaps this Mr. Dickens was one of them. “A friend of yours?”, I asked. “A lifelong friend. And from now on, he’s your friend too.” Sempere answered. That afternoon I took my new friend home. It was a rainy winter, with days as gray as lead, and I read Great Expectations about nine times, partly because I had no other book at hand, partly because I did not think there could be a better one in the whole world and I was beginning to suspect that Mr. Dickens had written it just for me. Soon I was convinced that I didn’t want to do anything else in life but learn to do what Mr. Dickens had done. An Excerpt from Angle’s Game 41．The passage is mainly about __________. A．the influence of the author’s father on him B．the difficulties the author met in his childhood C．the connection between the author and Dickens D．the description of the author’s love of reading 42．Which of the following best describes the author’s father? A．He prefers to spend money on food rather than on books. B．He lacks affection and is not generous towards his child. C．He lacks understanding of his child’s literary interest. D．He pays no attention on education and dislikes Dickens. 43．What does the author value most about the Sempere & Sons Bookshop? A．The opportunity to buy books at a low price. B．The friendly atmosphere created by the bookseller. C．The freedom to read to his fullest desire. D．The wide range of books available to choose from. 44．The underlined part in paragraph 4 shows the author’s __________ when he left the bookshop. A．reluctance B．annoyance C．indifference D．regret 45．What does the author imply about the importance of reading in his life? A．It serves as a means of resistance against his father’s wishes. B．It is a temporary distraction from his everyday hardships. C．It provides him with a sense of belonging and friendship. D．It highlights his friendship between Sempere and Mr. Dickens. 【答案】41．D 42．C 43．C 44．A 45．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者与书籍的不解之缘，以及阅读对他成长的影响。 41．主旨大意题。根据文章整体内容，特别是第一段中“Words and the mystery of their hidden science fascinated me, and I saw in them a key with which I could unlock a new world. (文字及其隐藏的神秘科学让我着迷，我在其中看到了一把可以打开新世界的钥匙)”和最后一段“Soon I was convinced that I didn’t want to do anything else in life but learn to do what Mr. Dickens had done. (很快我就确信，除了学习狄更斯所做的事情之外，我不想在生活中做任何其他事情)”可知，文章主要讲述了作者热爱阅读，以及阅读对他成长的影响。因此，D项“对作者阅读爱好的描述”最能概括文章主旨。故选D。 42．推理判断题。根据第一段中“My father didn’t like to see books in the house. There was something about them that offended him. He used to tell me that I’d better get rid of all my crazy ideas if I didn’t want to end up a nobody. (我父亲不喜欢家里有书。书里有什么东西冒犯了他。他过去常常告诉我，如果我不想最终一事无成，最好放弃我所有疯狂的想法)”可知，作者的父亲不理解作者对文学的热爱，认为那是疯狂的想法。故选C。 43．细节理解题。根据第四段中“The bookseller would let me sit on a chair in a corner and read any book I liked to my heart’s content. (书店老板会让我坐在角落里的椅子上，随心所欲地读任何我喜欢的书)”可知，作者最看重Sempere & Sons Bookshop的是可以随心所欲地读书。故选C。 44． 词句猜测题。根据第四段中画线句“When it was time for me to leave, I would do so dragging my feet, a weight on my soul. If it had been up to me, I would have stayed there forever. (当我要离开的时候，我会拖着脚走，心里沉甸甸的。如果由我决定，我会永远留在那里)”可知，作者要离开书店时，心里是不情愿的，所以拖着脚走。A. reluctance不情愿；B. annoyance恼怒；C. indifference漠不关心；D. regret遗憾。故选A。 45．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段“Soon I was convinced that I didn’t want to do anything else in life but learn to do what Mr. Dickens had done. (很快我就确信，除了学习狄更斯所做的事情之外，我不想在生活中做任何其他事情)和第四段中“If it had been up to me, I would have stayed there forever. (如果我说了算，我会永远呆在那里)”可知，作者小时候把书当作朋友，即便父亲反对也想尽办法阅读，以及后来得到《远大前程》这本书后如痴如醉地阅读，觉得世上没有比这更好的书，甚至想以后就像狄更斯先生那样写作等内容可以看出，阅读在作者的生活中为他提供了一种归属感，就像朋友一样陪伴着他。故选C。 主题02 人与自我——做人与做事 （2024-2025 学年高三上・八校联考・期末） In every gym class I’ve taken, I felt like the odd one out. Opening the door, I hesitantly asked, “Is this where the HIIT class is?” The high-intensity interval training (高强度间歇训练) instructor yelled, “Grab a dumbbell and yoga mat. We’re late for warm-up!” Breathing heavily on the mat, I wasn’t sure if I’d make it through the hour. Glancing around the room, I seemed to be the only one struggling. Everyone else, in their tightly fitted gym wear and not an inkling of sweat to be seen, looked as if they belonged. I, on the other hand, with my messy hair and oversized clothes, wondered why I had ever bothered coming. Earlier that year, I had decided to give fitness a real shot. All my life, exercise had been a foreign concept and in school, gym class was a place of guaranteed embarrassment and humiliation. I nervously showed up to my university gym for spin class (动感单车课程) on a Sunday morning. I had considered canceling multiple times, but I told myself that showing up was all that mattered. The instructor was incredibly kind. Within minutes of seeing my weak form, he knew I was new to the class. He walked us through all the various positions on the bike multiple times. The first time I tried to stand on the bike pedals, I felt my legs shake and immediately sat down. But with each class, my comfort on the bike grew and I became less focused on how I looked and more focused on looking inward. Whether I needed to think about something bugging me, dream about the future or just mindlessly pedal, spin class became my hour a week just for me. The more I spun, the more I realized how powerful my body was. For what felt like the first time, I was proud of my body’s capabilities. After nine months of spinning, I wanted to challenge myself again. And that’s how I found myself in the high-intensity class. If spin class got me used to moving my body, then HIIT class taught me that I have to continuously work to build my fitness and tackle my insecurities. In all, what truly matters is showing up, not what you wear or your fitness abilities. Because once you show up, the rest gets easier, one sweaty adventure at a time. 41．Why did the author feel like struggling in the HIIT class? A．She was late for the class. B．She seemed less prepared. C．She didn’t have friends there. D．She felt her leg shake. 42．What does the underlined phrase “give fitness a real shot” mean in paragraph 2? A．To try shooting in fitness class. B．To seriously attempt to improve fitness. C．To take a photo of fitness. D．To give up on fitness. 43．What can be inferred about the author’s experience in spin class over time? A．The author became more confident and comfortable. B．The author decided to quit after a few classes. C．The author felt more embarrassed than in HIIT class. D．The author never got used to the spin class. 44．What does the author consider as the key to improving one’s fitness? A．High-intensity training. B．Professional equipment. C．Consistent efforts. D．A tough instructor. 45．How might the author’s experience be applied to someone else starting a new fitness routine? A．By focusing on the type of clothing they wear. B．By comparing themselves to others in the. class. C．By understanding that presence is the most important step. D．By avoiding classes that make them feel uncomfortable. 【答案】41．B 42．B 43．A 44．C 45．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述的是作者从对健身一无所知、在体育课上感到尴尬和羞辱，到逐渐克服这些障碍，通过参加动感单车课程和高强度间歇训练（HIIT）课程，发现身体的潜力和自信的过程。 41．细节理解题。根据第二段“Everyone else, in their tightly fitted gym wear and not an inkling of sweat to be seen, looked as if they belonged. I, on the other hand, with my messy hair and oversized clothes, wondered why I had ever bothered coming.(其他人都穿着紧身的运动服，一点汗珠也没有，看起来就像属于这里一样。而我，一头乱发，穿着超大号的衣服，不知道自己为什么要来。)”可知，作者觉得在HIIT课上很挣扎是因为她似乎准备不足。故选B。 42．词句猜测题。根据第二段“All my life, exercise had been a foreign concept and in school, gym class was a place of guaranteed embarrassment and humiliation.(在我的生活中，锻炼一直是一个陌生的概念，在学校，体育课是一个保证尴尬和羞辱的地方。)”可知，作者之前一直没有真正尝试过健身，所以作者决定认真地尝试提高身体素质，give fitness a real shot的意思是“认真地尝试提高身体素质”，和To seriously attempt to improve fitness意思相近。故选B。 43．推理判断题。根据第四段“But with each class, my comfort on the bike grew and I became less focused on how I looked and more focused on looking inward.(但每上一节课，我在自行车上的舒适度就提高了，我不再那么关注自己的外表，而是更关注自己的内心。)”可知，她在动感单车课程中的经历让她变得更加自信和舒适。故选A。 44．细节理解题。根据最后一段“In all, what truly matters is showing up, not what you wear or your fitness abilities. Because once you show up, the rest gets easier, one sweaty adventure at a time.(总之，真正重要的是参与，而不是你穿什么或你的健身能力。因为一旦你出现了，剩下的就容易多了，一次一次流汗的冒险。)”可知，作者认为提高身体素质的关键是持续的努力。故选C。 45．推理判断题。根据最后一段“In all, what truly matters is showing up, not what you wear or your fitness abilities. Because once you show up, the rest gets easier, one sweaty adventure at a time.(总之，真正重要的是参与，而不是你穿什么或你的健身能力。因为一旦你出现了，剩下的就容易多了，一次一次流汗的冒险。)”可知，作者的经验可以应用到其他人开始新的健身计划中，让他们明白最重要的是参与，而不是其他因素。故选C。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河西区・期末） If you’re new to a school or you are shy or tend to not get out of your comfort zone, making new friends at school might seem like a challenge. Luckily, you can overcome that challenge by looking for people with the same interests as you and by being friendly when you meet new people. Also, participate in after-school clubs and events whenever you get the chance, since that will help you meet people outside of class! Look for people who have the same hobbies as you. You’re more likely to be friends with someone if you have something in common with them. Try to find clubs or groups based on your favorite hobbies, then join them to meet like-minded people. Also, pay attention to people who spend their free time doing the same things you love to do. If you’re a passionate reader, join a book club, go to public readings, or start a conversation with someone who carries novels around with their textbooks. Spend time around people who show kindness. Finding someone who will treat you well and support you is more important than popularity. Avoid spending time with people who talk bad about others or put them down. Instead, look for people who invite others to sit with them at lunch, who encourage others when they speak up in class, or who are always willing to help when someone needs a hand. Introduce yourself to new people whenever possible. When you’re around someone you don’t know, it is not unusual to just sit there quietly, especially if you’re shy. However, you and the other person will both be more comfortable after a simple introduction. Make eye contact with the person, smile, and try to seem warm and relaxed instead of nervous or anxious. Then, break the ice by talking about whatever is going on around you. Keep the conversation going with open-ended questions. When you start talking to someone, try asking them questions about what they like to see what you have in common with them. However, avoid simply asking yes or no questions, since one-word answers don’t necessarily keep a conversation alive. You can ask questions about whatever you’re already talking about, or you can change the subject if you feel that ran its course. 36．Who is the passage intended for? A．Teachers. B．Students. C．Parents. D．Adults. 37．If you are fond of reading, you can ________. A．join a club to make friends B．approach people with lots of hobbies C．spend your free time meeting different people D．talk to people with the same interests 38．According to Paragraph 4, who is more likely to be a good friend? A．One who enjoys the popularity. B．One who talks bad about others. C．One who wants to help you. D．One who always put others down. 39．According to Paragraph 5, what should you do first when you meet someone you don’t know well? A．Start with a warm handshake. B．Make eye contact with the person. C．Start with a brief introduction of yourself. D．Start by talking about a serious topic. 40．You should avoid asking yes or no questions to ________. A．keep the conversation going B．end the conversation C．show kindness D．respect others 【答案】36．B 37．D 38．C 39．C 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要给新生在新学校结交新朋友提供几点建议，例如通过寻找有相同兴趣的人，或是参加课外俱乐部和活动。 36．推理理解题。根据文章第一段“If you’re new to a school or you are shy or tend to not get out of your comfort zone, making new friends at school might seem like a challenge.(如果你刚到一所学校，或者你很害羞，或者你倾向于不走出自己的舒适区，在学校结交新朋友似乎是一个挑战。)”可知，文章主要面向的读者是刚步入新学校的新生。故选B项。 37．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“If you’re a passionate reader, join a book club, go to public readings, or start a conversation with someone who carries novels around with their textbooks.(如果你热爱读书，那就加入读书俱乐部，参加公共读书会，或者和那些带着小说来学校的同学交流。)”可知，本题题干中“If you are fond of reading”与原文“If you’re a passionate reader”是同义句，表示喜欢读书的人可以去找和自己有相同兴趣的人交谈。故选D项。 38．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Avoid spending time with people who talk bad about others or put them down. Instead, look for people who invite others to sit with them at lunch, who encourage others when they speak up in class, or who are always willing to help when someone needs a hand.(避免和那些说别人坏话或贬低别人的人呆在一起。相反，寻找那些在午餐时邀请别人坐在一起的人，那些在课堂上鼓励别人发言的人，或者那些在别人需要帮助时总是愿意帮助的人。)”可知，一个想要帮助你的人更有可能成为你的好朋友。故选C项。 39．细节理解题。根据文章第五段“However, you and the other person will both be more comfortable after a simple introduction. (然而，经过简单的介绍，你和对方都会感觉更舒服。)”可知，当你遇到不太熟悉的人时，你可以从简单的自我介绍开始。故选C项。 40．细节理解题。根据文章第六段“However, avoid simply asking yes or no questions, since one-word answers don’t necessarily keep a conversation alive.(然而，避免简单地问‘是’或‘否’的问题，因为一个词的回答不一定能让对话保持活力。)”可知，避免问“是”或“否”的问题是为了让交谈继续进行下去。故选A项。 （2024-2025 学年高三上・河西区・期末） Samuel Osmond is a 19-year-old law student from Cornwall, England. He never studied the piano. However, he can play very difficult musical pieces by musicians such as Chopin and Beethoven just a few minutes after he hears them. He learns a piece of music by listening to it in parts. Then he thinks about the notes in his head. Two years ago, he played his first piece Moonlight Sonata（奏鸣曲）by Beethoven. He surprised everyone around him. Amazed that he remembered this long and difficult piece of music and played it perfectly, his teachers say Samuel is unbelievable .They say his ability is very rare, but Samuel doesn’t even realize that what he can do is special. Samuel wanted to become a lawyer as it was the wish of his parents, but music teachers told him he should study music instead. Now, he studies law and music. Samuel can’t understand why everyone is so surprised. “I grew up with music. My mother played the piano and my father played the guitar. About two years ago, I suddenly decided to start playing the piano, without being able to read music and without having any lessons. It comes easily to me ---I hear the notes and can bear them in mind---each and every note,” says Samuel. Recently, Samuel performed a piece during a special event at his college. The piece had more than a thousand notes. The audience was impressed by his amazing performance. He is now learning a piece that is so difficult that many professional pianists can’t play it. Samuel says confidently,” It’s all about super memory---I guess I have that gift.” However, Samuel’s ability to remember things doesn’t stop with music. His family says that even when he was a young boy, Samuel heard someone read a story, and then he could retell the story word for word. Samuel is still only a teenager. He doesn’t know what he wants to do in the future. For now, he is just happy to play beautiful music and continue his studies. 41．What is special about Samuel Osmond? A．He has a gift for writing music. B．He can write down the note he hears. C．He is a top student at the law school. D．He can play the musical piece he hears. 42．What can we learn from Paragraph 2? A．Samuel chose law against the wish of his parents. B．Samuel planned to be a lawyer rather than a musician. C．Samuel thinks of himself as a man of great musical ability. D．Samuel studies law and music on the advice of his teachers. 43．Everyone around Samuel was surprised because he _________. A．received a good early education in music B．played the guitar and the piano perfectly C．could play the piano without reading music D．could play the guitar better than his father 主题03 人与社会——社会服务与人际沟通 （2024-2025 学年高三上・红桥区・期末） One year before, at age 18, Leszyeski had aged out of foster care (寄养中心), having been in the system since she was four when her single mother was no longer able to care for her. Leszyeski was now enrolled in college hoping to become a doctor. And the only furniture she had in her apartment was an air mattress with a hole in it. Then she learned about an organization Chairity. The organization provides furniture and household goods for young adults who have left foster care. Leszyeski reached out to Charity, a nonprofit formed by 23-year-old Maria Paparella. Paparella first became aware of foster care in elementary school when her parents were considering adopting a child. The plan didn’t work out, but Paparella often found herself thinking about that child. “I’m really close with my family, and I just couldn’t imagine being completely on my own at 18,” she says. At 16, Paparella visited Summit County Children Services, with a list of questions, trying to understand what aging out looked like. One of her questions was “What’s not being met for these young people?” Near the top of the list was furniture. “That struck home,” says Paparella. The idea of “moving into an apartment without a bed to sleep on or a sofa to sit on” pulled at her heartstrings. Paparella contacted her parents’ friends, asking if they had spare furniture to donate. A local furniture store offered free ware-house space and its delivery truck. Watching the recipients’ faces when they received a bed, a couch — whatever — was amazing. Paparella remembers delivering a gold lamp to a woman and watching her polish it lovingly, getting rid of dirt and fingerprints. Today, Chairity has given furniture to nearly 200 young adults in homes across six Ohio counties. Paparella is convinced these contributions give the recipients hope and confidence. Leszyeski agrees. “It makes me feel like I’m not different from other people. My whole life, I’ve felt abnormal,” she says, “Now, I feel normal.” 41．Which can best describe Leszyeski’s life after leaving foster care? A．Tough but hopeful. B．Poor and aimless. C．Wealthy but boring. D．Independent and carefree. 42．Why did Paparella found Chairity? A．To get some financial benefits from it. B．To help those aging out of foster care. C．To aid the needy couple adopt a child. D．To ask people to donate some couches. 43．Which of the following statements about Paparella is true? A．She became aware of foster care in high school. B．Her parents successfully adopted a child. C．She doesn’t know how to live alone without her family. D．She doesn’t like her family. 44．When was Paparella most touched at the age of 16? A．Living without parents. B．Moving into a new house. C．Getting free truck delivery. D．Visiting a foster care center. 45．What does Leszyeski think of Chairity? A．It changes young adults’ whole life. B．It brings confidence to the recipients. C．It has helped lots of homeless people. D．It makes people different from others. 【答案】41．A 42．B 43．C 44．D 45．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了女孩Leszyeski在18岁时从寄养中心搬出来独立生活，她的住处只有一张简易破旧的床垫，没有任何家具。她后来了解并联系到一个由Paparella组建的公益组织。该非营利性机构通过为刚刚离开寄养中心的孩子们提供家具及其他家居用品，让他们找到了人生的希望和自信。 41．推理判断题。根据第一段“One year before, at age 18, Leszyeski had aged out of foster care (寄养中心), having been in the system since she was four when her single mother was no longer able to care for her. Leszyeski was now enrolled in college hoping to become a doctor. And the only furniture she had in her apartment was an air mattress with a hole in it. (一年前，18岁的Leszyeski离开了寄养家庭，她从4岁起就被寄养在寄养中心中，因为她的单亲母亲无法再照顾她。Leszyeski现在上了大学，希望成为一名医生。她公寓里唯一的家具是一个有洞的气垫床垫)”可知，家里唯一的家具也是破损的，可知生活过的尤其艰难。根据第二段的“Then she learned about an organization Chairity. The organization provides furniture and household goods for young adults who have left foster care. Leszyeski reached out to Charity, a nonprofit formed by 23-year-old Maria Paparella. (然后她了解到一个组织Charity。该组织为离开寄养家庭的年轻人提供家具和家庭用品。Leszyeski向Charity求助，这是一家由23岁的Maria Paparella成立的非营利组织)”可知，尽管她生活困苦，但是得知有一个慈善组织能为他们这样的年轻人提供家具和家庭用品，Leszyeski向Charity求助，所以是充满希望的。故选A。 42．细节理解题。由文章第二段中“The organization provides furniture and household goods for young adults who have left foster care. (该组织为离开寄养家庭的年轻人提供家具和家庭用品)”可知，她创办Chairity是为了帮助那些离开寄养中心的年轻人。故选B。 43．细节理解题。由文章第三段中““I’m really close with my family, and I just couldn’t imagine being completely on my own at 18,” she says. (我和我的家人关系非常亲密，我无法想象自己在18岁时完全独自生活)”可知，她不知道没有家人怎么独自生活。故选C。 44．细节理解题。由文章第四段中“At 16, Paparella visited Summit County Children Services, with a list of questions, trying to understand what aging out looked like. One of her questions was “What’s not being met for these young people?” Near the top of the list was furniture. “That struck home,” says Paparella. (16岁时，Paparella带着一系列问题参观了萨米特县儿童服务机构，试图了解离开寄养中心后的生活会是怎样的。她的问题之一是：“这些年轻人有什么需求没有得到满足？$