考前押题01 阅读理解6大常考话题（各地名校最新好题）（期末复习专项训练）高二英语上学期外研版

专题01 阅读理解6大常考话题 话题1 环境保护（常考点） 话题4 动植物 话题2 社会问题与社会想现象（常考点） 话题5 阅读 话题3 个人经历 话题6 节日 话题1 环境保护 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州三校联盟・第二次联合考试） Urban gardens are valuable assets (资产) to communities. They provide green spaces to grow sustainable food, build community cohesion (凝聚力), make new friends, connect with the earth, and much more. So, let’s check out our list of 4 inspiring urban gardens in the US. Gotham Greens Where: New York & Chicago What: Gotham Greens first started in Brooklyn and now has four locations in New York City and Chicago. Their flagship farm in Brooklyn produces over 100,000 pounds of greens per year. But it doesn’t just produce healthy local vegetables. It is using high-tech greenhouses with solar panels to make sure the food grown is healthy and sustainable. Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students Where: Baltimore, Maryland What: The Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS) program encourages students to get their hands dirty and plant vegetables through their after-school and summer programs. Many of these kids don’t have access to green spaces and have never had the opportunity to grow food. Revision Urban Farm Where: Boston, Massachusetts What: Revision Urban Farm in Boston works in partnership with the Revision Family Home-a shelter for 22 homeless parents and their kids. The farm provides these families within formation on healthy eating, and access to the farm’s fresh vegetables. The organization also provides job training to help families escape the cycle of poverty. Swale Where: New York What: Swale, a floating food forest located on a large boat, is an innovative project meant to inspire citizens to rethink the relationship between our cities and our food. This urban garden serves as both a living art exhibit and an educational farm Food forests are sustainable gardens that include vegetables, fruit, nut trees, bushes, herbs, and vines — each one complementing the other in a symbiotic (共生的) relationship. 1．What is special about Gotham Greens? A．It offers homeless families information on healthy eating. B．It creates a sustainable garden on a large boat. C．It provides job training for students. D．It uses high-tech greenhouses to grow healthy food. 2．Which urban garden offers first-hand farming experience? A．Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students. B．Swale. C．Revision Urban Farm. D．Gotham Greens. 3．What do these four urban gardens have in common? A．They create job opportunities for farmers. B．They are inspirational projects in New York. C．They are beneficial to communities. D．They have educational and entertaining purposes. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。城市花园是社区的宝贵资产。它们为种植可持续粮食提供绿色空间，建立社区凝聚力。文章主要讲述了几个城市花园。 【详解】1. 细节理解题。根据文章Gotham Greens(哥谭镇蔬菜)部分中的“It is using high-tech greenhouses with solar panels to make sure the food grown is healthy and sustainable.(它正在使用带有太阳能电池板的高科技温室，以确保种植的食物是健康和可持续的。)”可知，Gotham Greens使用了高科技温室种植健康的食物。故选D项。 2. 推理判断题。根据文章Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students(巴尔的摩城市园艺与学生)部分中的“The Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS) program encourages students to get their hands dirty and plant vegetables through their after-school and summer programs. Many of these kids don’t have access to green spaces, and have never had the opportunity to grow food.(巴尔的摩城市与学生一起园艺（BUGS）项目鼓励学生通过课后和夏季项目把手弄脏并种植蔬菜。这些孩子中的许多人没有机会接触绿色空间，也从来没有机会种植食物。)”可知，来这里进行园艺活动的孩子从来没有接触过农作，也从来没有机会尝试种植食物，由此可以推测出，该城市花园能向学生提供第一手的耕作经验。故选A项。 3. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Urban gardens are valuable assets to communities. They provide greenspaces to grow sustainable food, build community unity, make new friends, connect with the earth, and much more.(城市花园是社区的宝贵资产。它们提供绿色空间来种植可持续的食物，建立社区团结，结交新朋友，与地球联系等等。)”可知，文章主要讲的是城市花园对社区的影响。由此可以推出，后文提到的四个城市花园都对社区来说都有益处。故选C项。 Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第二中学等校・期末） People are already paying more and more for food due to global warming — and rising temperatures will drive food prices a lot higher in the next decade. According to a study by the European Central Bank, by 2035, higher temperatures alone will be pushing up worldwide food prices by between 0.9% and 3.2% every single year. To find out how this is affecting food prices, Maximilian Kotz at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and his colleagues examined data on the monthly prices and weather conditions in 121 countries between 1996 and 2021. By looking for associations between food prices and factors such as the average monthly temperature, temperature changes, and measures of drought and extreme rainfall, they found a strong link between the average temperature and the food prices a month or so later. In regions north of 40 degrees, like the latitude (纬度) of New York City and Beijing, warmer-than-average temperatures during winter led to falling food prices. But above-average temperatures increased food prices in summer and at all times in the rest of the world. “The study didn’t look at why prices rose, but the likely explanation is that extreme heat is reducing yields,” Kotz says. “Crops may be drying out on the vine when they should be being harvested.” Factors such as extreme rainfall had less impact on food prices than average temperatures. This may be because flooding tends to be localized, while above-average temperatures can be very widespread. Other studies have reached similar conclusions. Kotz’s team then went further by investigating how food prices could change based on average temperature rises in climate model prediction. In the worst situation, global food inflation (食品通胀) due to climate change goes over 4% per year by 2060. “We need to be aware of the fact that climate change brings huge new challenges for food security,” says Kotz. “Warming-fuelled extreme weather is increasingly affecting food production around the world. If farmers don’t adapt their practices to better cope with rising temperatures, the losses will become more serious.” 4．What does the study focus on? A．The factors in the rising living costs. B．The impact of climate change on food prices. C．The effects of natural disasters on food production. D．The comparison of food prices in different regions. 5．How did researchers reach their conclusions? A．By analyzing a mass of data. B．By referring to previous studies. C．By tracking some cities for years. D．By conducting a survey among farmers. 6．What is the main reason for the rising food prices according to Kotz? A．Frequent rainfall. B．Extreme high temperature. C．The increasing demand for crops. D．The restrictions of trade policies. 7．What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph? A．To investigate how food prices change. B．To predict the loss caused by the heat wave. C．To urge farmers to adjust their practices. D．To clarify the situation of global food inflation. 【答案】4．B 5．A 6．B 7．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了全球变暖导致气温上升对食品价格的影响。 4．细节理解题。根据第二段“To find out how this is affecting food prices, Maximilian Kotz at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and his colleagues examined data on the monthly prices and weather conditions in 121 countries between 1996 and 2021. (为了弄清楚这是如何影响食品价格的，波茨坦气候影响研究所的马克西米利安·科茨和他的同事们研究了1996年至2021年间121个国家的月度价格和天气状况数据)”可知，研究重点是气候变化对食品价格的影响。故选B。 5．细节理解题。根据第二段 “Maximilian Kotz at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and his colleagues examined data on the monthly prices and weather conditions in 121 countries between 1996 and 2021.”(波茨坦气候影响研究所的马克西米利安・科茨和他的同事们研究了 1996 年至 2021 年间 121 个国家的月度价格和天气状况数据)”可知，研究人员是通过分析大量数据得出结论的。故选A。 6．细节理解题。根据第三段“The study didn’t look at why prices rose, but the likely explanation is that extreme heat is reducing yields,” Kotz says. (科茨说：“这项研究没有探讨价格上涨的原因，但可能的解释是，极端高温正在降低产量”)”可知，科茨认为食品价格上涨的主要原因是极端高温。故选B。 7．推理判断题。根据最后一段 “If farmers don’t adapt their practices to better cope with rising temperatures, the losses will become more serious.(如果农民不调整他们的做法以更好地应对不断上升的气温，损失将会更加严重)”可推知，作者在最后一段意在敦促农民调整他们的做法。故选C。 Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第二中学等校・期末模拟） When it comes to reading, people have different preferences. Some people will choose paper books because they’re easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e-readers, perhaps on a phone, because they’re convenient. But which is the more environment-friendly choice? Digital reading(数字阅读)is on the rise, now making up about 15% of the total US book market. However, traditional print publishing is still by far the most popular type — and it comes with a high carbon footprint(碳足迹). According to a 2023 report from Words Rated, print book publishing is the third biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions, and 32 million trees are cut down each year in the US to make paper for books. Then there’s the problem of printing and transport, not to mention the many unsold books that are destroyed. Digital reading seems to have a great advantage over print because it is paperless, so it saves trees and transport. Moreover, technology companies that make e-readers, such as Amazon, offer recycling programs for old devices(设备). But digital devices also come with a large carbon footprint, mainly at the production stage. Their cases are made from plastic that comes from fossil fuels, and the minerals in their batteries require a lot of resources to be mined. So back to the earlier question: which way of reading is more environmentally friendly? “It’s not cut and dried,” said Mike Berners-Lee, a professor at Lancaster Environment Centre in the United Kingdom. “If you buy an e-reader and you read lots of books on it, then it’s the lowest carbon thing to do. But if you buy it, read a couple of books, and find that you prefer paper books, then it’s the worst of all worlds.” Yet, Berners-Lee said that reading is still, relatively speaking, an environmental-friendly activity. 8．What does the report show? A．Printed books have a poor sales record in the US. B．Print publishing is not friendly to the environment. C．Digital reading is more popular than paper reading. D．Printing books costs more than producing e-readers. 9．Which aspect of digital devices has the largest impact on the environment? A．Its transportation B．Its waste management. C．Its production process. D．Its recycling programs. 10．According to the text, it is better to choose digital reading if you______. A．read a lot B．hardly take notes C．enjoy reading at night D．only read books out of need 11．What is the most suitable title for the text? A．Why Should We Choose Digital Reading? B．How Does Print Publishing Affect the Environment? C．Will Traditional Print Reading Disappear in the Future? D．Which is Better for the Environment, Paper Books or E-readers? 【答案】8．B 9．C 10．A 11．D 【导语】这是一篇议论文，文章对比了纸质书籍和电子阅读器在环境保护方面的优劣，指出阅读方式的选择对环境的影响并非一成不变，取决于个人的阅读习惯。 8．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“According to a 2023 report from Words Rated, print book publishing is the third biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions, and 32 million trees are cut down each year in the US to make paper for books.(根据Words Rated 2023年的报告，纸质书出版是第三大温室气体排放源，美国每年有3200万棵树被砍伐用于制作书籍纸张)”可知，该报告指出纸质书出版对环境不友好。故选B。 9．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“：But digital devices also come with a large carbon footprint, mainly at the production stage.(但数字设备也伴随着巨大的碳足迹，主要集中在生产阶段)”可知，数字设备对环境影响最大的是其生产过程。故选C。 10．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“If you buy an e-reader and you read lots of books on it, then it’s the lowest carbon thing to do.(如果你买了一个电子阅读器并在上面阅读很多书，那么这是最低碳的做法)”可知，如果你经常阅读，选择电子阅读器是更环保的，因此选项A“读很多书”是正确的。故选A。 11．主旨大意题。通读全文，并根据文章第一段“When it comes to reading, people have different preferences. Some people will choose paper books because they’re easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e-readers, perhaps on a phone, because they’re convenient. But which is the more environment-friendly choice?(说到阅读，人们有不同的偏好。有些人会选择纸质书，因为它们很容易借阅和分享。还有一些人会选择电子阅读器，也许是在手机上，因为它们很方便。但哪个是更环保的选择？)”可知，文章围绕纸质书和电子书哪个更环保的问题展开论述，所以最适合的标题是“纸质书还是电子阅读器，哪个对环境更好”。故选D。 Passage 4 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州高级中学・期末） For years, scientists have debated whether humans or the climate have caused the population of large mammals to decline dramatically over the past several thousand years. A new study from Aarhus University confirms that climate cannot be the explanation. About 100,000 years ago, the first modern humans migrated out of Africa in large numbers. They were very good at adapting to new habitats, and they settled in almost every kind of landscape — from deserts to jungles to the icy taiga in the far north. Part of the success was human’s ability to hunt large animals. With clever hunting techniques and specially built weapons, they perfected the art of killing even the most dangerous mammals. But unfortunately, the great success of our ancestors came at the expense of the other large mammals. It is well-known that numerous large species went extinct during the time of worldwide colonization by modern humans. Now, new research from Aarhus University reveals that those large mammals that survived also experienced a dramatic decline. By studying the DNA of 139 living species of large mammals, scientists have been able to show that the abundances of almost all species fell dramatically about 50,000 years ago. This is according to Jens-Christian Svenning, a professor and head of the Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Ecological Dynamics in a Novel Biosphere (ECONOVO) at Aarhus University and the initiator of the study. “We’ve studied the evolution of large mammalian populations over the past 750,000 years. For the first 700,000 years, the populations were fairly stable. But 50,000 years ago, the populations fell dramatically and never recovered,” he says, and continues: “For the past 800,000 years, the globe has fluctuated (波动) between ice ages and interglacial periods about every 100,000 years. If the climate was the cause, we should see greater fluctuations when the climate changed 50,000 years earlier.But we don’t. Humans are, therefore, the most likely explanation.” 12．What do the underlined words “the success” mean in Paragraph 3? A．The evolution of large mammals. B．The prosperity of various habitats. C．The achievement of human migration. D．The progress in hunting techniques. 13．According to Svenning, what happened 50,000 years ago? A．Populations of large mammals significantly dropped. B．Living conditions of large mammals remained stable. C．Global climate dramatically changed. D．A large number of glaciers suddenly melt. 14．What’s used as a clue of the research according to the last two paragraphs? A．Species. B．Place. C．Time. D．Climate. 15．Which can be a suitable title for the text? A．Climate Impact on Animals B．Changes of Prehistoric Environment C．Evolution of Large Mammal Populations D．Human Influence on Giant Mammals 【答案】12．C 13．A 14．C 15．D 【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要谈论了，科学家多年来一直在辩论是人类还是气候导致了过去几千年大型哺乳动物数量急剧下降的问题。但Aarhus大学的一项新研究证实了气候不可能是解释的原因。 12．词义猜测题。根据文章第二段“About 100,000 years ago, the first modern humans migrated out of Africa in large numbers.They were very good at adapting to new habitats, and they settled in almost every kind of landscape—from deserts to jungles to the icy taiga in the far north.(大约10万年前，第一批现代人类大量迁徙出非洲。它们非常善于适应新的栖息地，几乎定居在从沙漠到丛林再到遥远北方冰冷的针叶林的每一种景观中。)”以及第三段“With clever hunting techniques and specially built weapons, they perfected the art of killing even the most dangerous mammals. (成功的一部分是人类狩猎大型动物的能力。凭借巧妙的狩猎技术和特制的武器，他们甚至完善了杀死最危险哺乳动物的艺术。)”可知，此处划线词the success指的是上文提到的人们迁徙的成就。故选C。 13．细节理解题。根据文章第六段“By studying the DNA of 139 living species of large mammals, scientists have been able to show that the abundances of almost all species fell dramatically about 50,000 years ago.This is according to Jens-Christian Svenning, a professor and head of the Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Ecological Dynamics in a Novel Biosphere(ECONOVO)at Aarhus University and the initiator of the study.(通过研究139种现存大型哺乳动物的DNA，科学家们已经能够证明，大约5万年前，几乎所有物种的丰度都急剧下降。这是奥胡斯大学丹麦国家研究基金会新生物圈生态动力学中心（ECONOVO）教授兼负责人、该研究的发起人Jens Christian Svenning的说法。)”可知，大约5万年前，大型哺乳动物的数量显著减少。故选A。 14．推理判断题。根据文章倒数第二段“By studying the DNA of 139 living species of large mammals, scientists have been able to show that the abundances of almost all species fell dramatically about 50,000 years ago.This is according to Jens-Christian Svenning, a professor and head of the Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Ecological Dynamics in a Novel Biosphere(ECONOVO)at Aarhus University and the initiator of the study.(通过研究139种现存大型哺乳动物的DNA，科学家们已经能够证明，大约5万年前，几乎所有物种的丰度都急剧下降。这是奥胡斯大学丹麦国家研究基金会新生物圈生态动力学中心（ECONOVO）教授兼负责人、该研究的发起人Jens Christian Svenning的说法。)”以及最后一段““We’ve studied the evolution of large mammalian populations over the past 750,000 years.For the first 700,000 years, the populations were fairly stable.But 50,000 years ago, the populations fell dramatically and never recovered,” he says, and continues: “For the past 800,000 years, the globe has fluctuated(波动)between ice ages and interglacial periods about every 100,000 years.If the climate was the cause, we should see greater fluctuations when the climate changed 50,000 years earlier. But we don’t. Humans are, therefore, the most likely explanation.”(“我们研究了过去75万年中大型哺乳动物种群的进化。在最初的70万年里，种群数量相当稳定。但在5万年前，种群数量急剧下降，再也没有恢复，”他说，并继续说道“在过去的80万年里，全球大约每10万年就在冰河时期和间冰期之间波动一次。如果气候是原因，我们应该会在5万年前气候变化时看到更大的波动。但我们没有。因此，人类是最有可能的解释。”)”可知，研究的线索为时间。故选C。 15．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“For years, scientists have debated whether humans or the climate have caused the population of large mammals to decline dramatically over the past several thousand years. A new study from Aarhus University confirms that climate cannot be the explanation.(科学家多年来一直在辩论是人类还是气候导致了过去几千年大型哺乳动物数量急剧下降的问题。但Aarhus大学的一项新研究证实了气候不可能是解释的原因。)”以及对文章的理解可知，本文说明了科学家多年来一直在辩论是人类还是气候导致了过去几千年大型哺乳动物数量急剧下降的问题。但Aarhus大学的一项新研究证实了气候不可能是解释的原因。故D项“人类对巨型哺乳动物的影响”符合文章标题。故选D。 Passage 5 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州老窖天府中学・期末） On a windy day, 40 middle-school students stand by the Harlem River in New York City. Their teacher, Mr. White, pulls a metal cage out of the river. Inside are clusters of oysters (牡蛎). The last time they were here, the oysters were babies. The students’ job is to measure how much the oysters have grown and test the river water for pollutants. They will report their findings to researchers at the Billion Oyster Project (BOP). Why work so hard? To make the city’s waterways healthy again. Oysters are important for the underwater community they share with plants, fish, and other life. So they are also called a keystone species. If a keystone species disappears, other plants and animals may die out. That’s exactly what happened 100 years ago in New York Harbor. Before then, lots of oysters lived here. The oysters were delicious — maybe too delicious. By the early 1900s, people were eating them faster than they could grow. The oysters were in trouble for another reason. Pollution was pouring into the waters of the growing city, and few types of animals could live in it. Since the 1970s, new laws have helped reduce toxic(有毒的) waste. Some fish started to swim through again. But oysters were still missing — until recently. The BOP began in 2014 to help bring oysters back to New York Harbor. So far, students and volunteers have placed about 25,000,000 oysters into the harbor. “The oysters definitely look much bigger now,” says a student named Kelly. Taking turns, the kids measure all the oysters, then compare notes. The biggest oyster is over 2 inches long, much bigger than a healthy size for its age. As more oysters grow, the water should become clearer. Also, other animals should move in. Finally, the students put the oysters back in the cage. Mr. White lowers it into the river. When the oysters are big enough, they will be moved to the middle of the harbor. For today, everyone agrees: the future is looking bright for New York Harbor. 16．Why are oysters called a keystone species? A．They grow quickly. B．They are delicious. C．They support underwater life. D．They are able to resist pollution. 17．What was the problem with oysters over a century ago? A．A period of disappearance. B．Over- consumption by people. C．Lack of clean and safe habitat. D．Competition with other species. 18．What’s the goal of the Billion Oyster Project? A．To grow more oysters. B．To collect useful data. C．To protect water plants. D．To restore waterways. 19．What may be the future outlook for New York Harbor? A．Promising. B．Uncertain. C．Disappointing. D．Unchanged. 【答案】16．C 17．B 18．D 19．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主题为人与自然，介绍了纽约市的港湾里重新出现的牡蛎对重建健康的海底生态系统的帮助。 16．细节理解题。根据第三段“Oysters are important for the underwater community they share with plants, fish, and other life. So they are also called a keystone species. (牡蛎对它们与植物、鱼类和其他生物共享的水下群落至关重要。因此，它们也被称为关键物种)”可知，牡蛎被称为关键物种是因为它们支持水下的生态。故选C项。 17．细节理解题。根据第三段中“The oysters were delicious— maybe too delicious. By the early 1900s, people were eating them faster than they could grow.( 牡蛎很好吃——也许太好吃了。到20世纪初，人们吃它们的速度超过了它们的生长速度)可知，牡蛎深受食客的喜爱而被过度捕捞。故选 B。 18．细节理解题。根据第四段“The BOP began in 2014 to help bring oysters back to New York Harbor.(该BOP项目始于2014年，目的是帮助将牡蛎带回纽约港)”以及第六段“As more oysters grow, the water should become clearer.(随着越来越多的牡蛎生长，水应该会变得更清澈)”可知，Billion Oyster Project的目标是修复水道。故选D项。 19．推理判断题。根据最后一段“For today, everyone agrees: the future is looking bright for New York Harbor.(今天，每个人都同意：纽约港的未来是光明的)”可知，纽约港未来是光明的。故选A项。 Passage 6 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第五中学・期末） "What kind of rubbish are you?" This question might normally cause anger, but in Shanghai it has become a special "greeting" among people over the past week. On July 1st, the city introduced strict trash-sorting regulations （条例〉that are required to follow and expected to be used as a model for our country. Residents must divide their waste into four separate categories and toss （投放）it into specific public dustbins. They must do so at specified times, when monitors are present to ensure correct trash-tossing and to ask the nature of one's rubbish. Individuals who fail to follow the regulations face the possibility of fines and worse. They could be punished with fines of up to 200 yuan （ $ 29）. For those who repeat to go against them, the government can add black marks to their credit records, making it harder for them to get bank loans or even buy train tickets. Shanghai government is responding to an obvious environmental problem. It generates 9 million tons of garbage a year, more than London's annual output, which is rising quickly. But like other cities in China, it lacks a recycling system. Instead, it has relied on trash pickers to sift （筛选）through the waste, picking out whatever can be reused. This has limits. As people get wealthier, fewer of them want to do such dirty work. The waste, meanwhile, just keeps piling up. Many residents appear to support the idea of recycling in general but are annoyed by the details. Rubbish must be divided according to whether it is food, recyclable, dry or harmful, the distinctions among which can be confusing, though there are apps to help work it out. Some have complained about the rules concerning food waste. They must put it straight in the required public bins, forcing them to tear open plastic bags and toss it by hand. What they complain most is the short periods for dropping trash, typically a couple of hours, morning and evening. Along with the monitors at the bins, this means that people go at around the same time and can keep an eye on what is being thrown out； no one wants to look bad. 20．What do we know about the trash-sorting regulations in Shanghai? A．They are the first of their kind. B．They are tied to one's bank account. C．They have the highest fines. D．They're aided by monitors. 21．Why has Shanghai introduced the trash-sorting regulations? A．There are fewer and fewer trash pickers. B．It aims to build a new recycling system. C．It faces more and more serious garbage problems. D．People throw the rubbish here and there. 22．What makes the residents upset most about the regulations? A．Limited time for tossing the trash. B．Confusing distinction among the categories of trash. C．Being fined due to improper behavior. D．Being watched by monitors when throwing the garbage. 23．What can be the best title for the text? A．A Good Way of Trash-sorting B．A New Era of Garbage Classification C．A Great Time in Dealing with Litter D．An Effective Solution to Rubbish Problem 【答案】20．D 21．C 22．A 23．B 【分析】这是一篇说明文，文章主要说明了7月1日上海市出台的垃圾分类规定，有望成为我国的一个典范。 20．细节理解题。根据第一段“They must do so at specified times, when monitors are present to ensure correct trash-tossing and to ask the nature of one's rubbish.”和最后一段Along with the monitors at the bins, 他们必须在规定的时间这样做，当监督员在场，以确保正确的垃圾投掷和问一个人的垃圾性质。可知他们扔垃圾有人监督。故选D项。 21．推理判断题。根据第三段“Shanghai government is responding to an obvious environmental problem. It generates 9 million tons of garbage a year, more than London's annual output, which is rising quickly. But like other cities in China, it lacks a recycling system.The waste, meanwhile, just keeps piling up.” 上海市政府正在应对一个明显的环境问题。它每年产生900万吨垃圾，比伦敦的年产量还多，并且缺乏回收系统。所以上海出台垃圾分类规定是因为它面临着越来越严重的垃圾问题。故选C项。 22．细节理解题。根据最后一段“What they complain most is the short periods for dropping trash, typically a couple of hours, morning and evening.” 他们抱怨最多的是垃圾投放的时间很短，通常是早晚两个小时。可知扔垃圾的时间规定让居民们最不满。故选A项。 23．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段中“On July 1st, the city introduced strict trash-sorting regulations that are expected tobe used as a model for our country. Residents must divide their waste into four separate kinds and put it into specific publicbins. They must do so at scheduled times, when monitors are present to ensure compliance and to inquire into the nature of one's rubbish.”7月1日，该市出台了严格的垃圾分类规定,有望成为我国的一个典范。居民必须将他们的垃圾分成四类,并将其放入特定的公共垃圾箱。他们必须在规定的时间这样做，当监督员在场时,以确保遵守和调查一个人的垃圾的性质。以及文章主要内容围绕着上海垃圾分类规定标志着一个垃圾分类的新时代的开始而展开，B项“A New Era of Garbage Classification。”垃圾分类的新时代符合主旨。故选B项。 Passage 7 （25-26 高二上・四川成都实验外国语学校） Buying furniture is easier than ever. You can even order a new table and chairs online without ever leaving home. But did you ever think about how furniture is made? The process begins with trees but now researchers have found a better way: growing it in a lab instead of a forest. Instead of cutting down trees and adding to deforestation, Velásquez-Garcia said, “If you want a table, then you should just grow a table.” The research group found a way to actually grow plant tissue (组织) — wood and fiber — in a lab that is similar to the way cultured meat is grown. While there is still a long way to actually grow a table, the team was able to grow structures from cells from zinnia leaves. This approach to “growing” materials opens up unique possibilities. Lab-grown wood can be handled to take on any shape, like 3D printing, so it may be possible to build a table without glue or screwing parts together. Beyond these immediate advantages, lab wood offers a more significant environmental benefit. Making furniture and other items from biomaterials could eliminate cutting down trees in forests. “The way we get these materials hasn’t changed in centuries and is very inefficient,” said Velásquez- Garcia. “This is a real chance to avoid all that inefficiency.” Beckwith, a mechanical engineering PhD student, was inspired by a visit to a farm to try to make land- use more efficient and environmentally sound. “That got me thinking: Can we be more strategic about what we’re getting out of our process? Can we get more outputs for our inputs?” she told MIT News. “I wanted to find a more efficient way to use land and resources so that we could let more farmlands remain wild, or to remain lower production but allow for greater biodiversity.” Today, the two largest uses of trees are to make wood products and paper. When new biomaterials become readily available, forests will lose their economic value and will be preserved for their environmental, health, and recreational value. These researchers, like Velásquez- Garcia, are speaking for the trees. 24．What can we know about lab-grown wood according to the passage? A．It has been used on a large scale to produce furniture. B．Its production principle is comparable to that of cultured meat. C．Its primary benefit is to make furniture cheaper for consumers. D．Its production process is less efficient than the traditional way. 25．What does the underlined word “eliminate” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Remove. B．Require. C．Risk. D．Delay. 26．What can be inferred from the last paragraph? A．New materials will completely replace all uses of wood. B．The researchers are protesting against the paper industry. C．Forests will be managed for sustainable wood production. D．Forests are currently valued mostly for their economic returns. 27．What is the primary purpose of the passage? A．To promote a new way of buying furniture. B．To advocate for the preservation of forests. C．To introduce a new way of growing wood. D．To describe how wood products are made. 【答案】24．B 25．A 26．D 27．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了实验室培育木材的新方法及其优势。 24．细节理解题。根据第二段中“The research group found a way to actually grow plant tissue (组织) — wood and fiber — in a lab that is similar to the way cultured meat is grown.(研究小组发现了一种在实验室中实际种植植物组织——木材和纤维——的方法，这种方法与培养肉的方法类似)”可知，实验室培育木材的生产原理与培养肉的生产原理相似。故选B。 25．词句猜测题。根据第三段中“Beyond these immediate advantages, lab wood offers a more significant environmental benefit. Making furniture and other items from biomaterials could eliminate cutting down trees in forests.(除了这些直接的优势外，实验室木材还提供了更显著的环境效益。用生物材料制作家具和其他物品可以eliminate砍伐森林中的树木)”和常识可知，使用生物材料制作家具和其他物品可以实现替代，可以避免砍伐森林中的树木。由此可推测出“eliminate”意为“消除，去除”，与“Remove”意思相近。故选A。 26．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Today, the two largest uses of trees are to make wood products and paper. When new biomaterials become readily available, forests will lose their economic value and will be preserved for their environmental, health, and recreational value.(如今，树木的两大用途是制作木制品和纸张。当新的生物材料变得容易获得时，森林将失去其经济价值，并将因其环境、健康和娱乐价值而得到保护)”可推知，目前森林的价值主要体现在其经济回报上。故选D。 27．推理判断题。根据第一段中“But did you ever think about how furniture is made? The process begins with trees but now researchers have found a better way: growing it in a lab instead of a forest.(但是你有没有想过家具是怎么做的？这个过程始于树木，但现在研究人员找到了一个更好的方法：在实验室而不是森林里种植)”以及全文内容可知，文章主要介绍了一种新的种植木材的方法，即在实验室里种植木材，而不是在森林里砍伐树木。因此，本文的主要目的是介绍一种新的种植木材的方法。故选C。 话题2 社会问题与社会现象 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川绵阳南山中学） Those who had the pleasure of watching Benny Goodman at work saw a rather ordinary-looking man in rimless glasses and a conservative business suit; but they also saw a human being who could play the clarinet(单簧管) like no one before or since. This made Benny Goodman a unique individual. Other Americans who have stood out from the flock include Joe DiMaggio, Beverly Sill, Ernest Hemingway and Jonas Salk. They, like Benny Goodman, were recognized and honored for no other reason than excellence. It is doing something better than other people that makes us unique. Yet a surprising number of people still see individuality as a surface thing. They wear garish clothes, dye their hair strange colors and decorate their skin with tattoos to make some kind of social statement. But an ordinary guy who has dyed his hair purple or orange is nothing more than the same person with a funny-looking head. The whole purpose of individuality is excellence. Those who invent, who improvise(即兴发挥), who know more about a subject than other people do, and who take something that doesn’t work and make it work––these people are the very soul of capitalism. Charles Kettering didn’t like the idea of cranking a car to make it start, so he invented the electric starter. Henry Ford figured out the assembly-line technique and made it possible to mass-produce automobiles, and Elisha Otis, inventor of the elevator, indirectly created the city sky-line. These people understood that individualism means working at the top of one’s capacity. The ones with the purple hair and the funky jewelry are just along for the ride, trying to be “different” and not knowing how to go about it. The student who earns straight A’s on his report card has grasped the idea and has found the real meaning of individuality. So has the youngster who has designed his own spaceship, who gives piano recitals, who paints pictures of the world around him. Benny Goodman understood it too. This is why he was at his best, blowing his clarinet, in a blue suit and black shoes. 1．The author mentions the appearance of Benny Goodman to _________. A．show what a talented musician should look like B．introduce an important figure in the musical world C．contrast with his talent in music performance D．indicate that he can’t stand out from the flock 2．The author would most probably agree that _________. A．an individualist tends to seek difference both in character and appearance B．the essence of individualism lies in pursuing excellence to the full C．being different in appearance is the very first step to being individual D．those who strive to win the recognition of others are real individualists 3．According to the passage, which individual’s actions may not truly embody the essence of individualism? A．A scientist who conducts research solely advancing knowledge for the greater good rather than for personal recognition. B．A social media influencer who conforms to popular opinions to maintain a large following. C．An artist who creates unique works but fail to gain fame and recognition from others. D．An entrepreneur who prioritizes ethical considerations over profit in his business practices. 4．For the main thread, the article is organized by way of __________. A．specific to general B．cause and effect C．examples and conclusion D．comparison and contrast 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章介绍了什么是个人主义，个人主义有什么特点。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Those who had the pleasure of watching Benny Goodman at work saw a rather ordinary-looking man in rimless glasses and a conservative business suit; but they also saw a human being who could play the clarinet(单簧管) like no one before or since. This made Benny Goodman a unique individual. (那些有幸观看本尼·古德曼工作的人看到的是一个相当普通的人，戴着无框眼镜，穿着保守的西装;但他们也看到了一个能演奏单簧管的人，在这之前和之后都没有人能做到。这使本尼·古德曼成为一个独特的个体。)”可知，作者提到本尼·古德曼的外表与他在音乐表演方面的天赋形成对比。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据文章第四段“The whole purpose of individuality is excellence. Those who invent, who improvise(即兴发挥), who know more about a subject than other people do, and who take something that doesn’t work and make it work—these people are the very soul of capitalism. (个性的全部目的就是追求卓越。那些发明创造，即兴发挥，比别人更了解一个主题，并采取无效的东西，并使其发挥作用的人-这些人是资本主义的灵魂。)”可知，作者可能同意个人主义的本质在于追求卓越。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据文章第五段“Charles Kettering didn’t like the idea of cranking a car to make it start, so he invented the electric starter. Henry Ford figured out the assembly-line technique and made it possible to mass-produce automobiles, and Elisha Otis, inventor of the elevator, indirectly created the city sky-line. These people understood that individualism means working at the top of one’s capacity. (查尔斯·凯特林不喜欢用曲棍发动汽车，所以他发明了电动启动器。亨利·福特发明了装配线技术，使大规模生产汽车成为可能，而电梯的发明者伊莱沙·奥蒂斯间接地创造了城市的天际线。这些人明白，个人主义意味着尽自己最大的努力工作。)”可知，一个符合大众观点保持大量追随者的社交媒体影响者不能真正体现个人主义的本质。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据文章第一段“Those who had the pleasure of watching Benny Goodman at work saw a rather ordinary-looking man in rimless glasses and a conservative business suit; but they also saw a human being who could play the clarinet(单簧管) like no one before or since. This made Benny Goodman a unique individual. (那些有幸观看本尼·古德曼工作的人看到的是一个相当普通的人，戴着无框眼镜，穿着保守的西装;但他们也看到了一个能演奏单簧管的人，在这之前和之后都没有人能做到。这使本尼·古德曼成为一个独特的个体。)”和第三段“It is doing something better than other people that makes us unique. Yet a surprising number of people still see individuality as a surface thing. They wear garish clothes, dye their hair strange colors and decorate their skin with tattoos to make some kind of social statement. But an ordinary guy who has dyed his hair purple or orange is nothing more than the same person with a funny-looking head. (比别人做得更好让我们与众不同。然而，令人惊讶的是，仍有相当多的人认为个性只是表面现象。他们穿着花哨的衣服，把头发染成奇怪的颜色，用纹身装饰自己的皮肤，以表达某种社会声明。但是一个把头发染成紫色或橙色的普通人只不过是一个长着滑稽脑袋的人。)”可知，本文主要采用比较和对比的方式进行组织。故选D。 Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川资阳安岳中学・期末） When parents discover their children have lied to them for the first time, it can often come as a shock to find their little treasures are capable of such a trick. But new research has suggested many parents may not even notice many of the lies their children tell them. Psychologists have discovered that most parents are over-confident in their children's honesty and this may impair their ability to discover a lie. The findings may help to explain why some parents seem to be willing to let their children get away with(未受惩罚) almost anything even in the face of the evidence. They say parents suffer from a“truth bias(偏见)” with their own youngsters, but when faced with lies from other people's children, they have less difficulty telling if a statement is true or not. Dr Angela Evans, a psychologist at Brock University in Canada, said,“The close relationship that parents share with their own children may lead to parents failing to detect their children's lies. Parents' truth bias may result in parents being less doubtful about their children, allowing them to successfully cheat them.”Most children are thought to start lying as early as two years old but start telling more believable lies at around the age of four years old. Learning how to lie is considered as a key part of cognitive(认知的) and social development in children. But many parents are shocked when their children start lying to them. In their study, Dr Evans and her colleagues filmed 108 children aged between 8 and 16 as they performed a test after being asked not to look at the answers. They were then asked afterwards if they had looked, with 50 truthfully denying looking, 49 lying about looking and 9 admitting to looking. Videos of those denying looking were then shown to 152 parents of children aged 8 to 16, 80 of whom had children who had taken part in the test. The researchers found that the parents were less able to spot lies told by their own children than by other people's children. 5．What does the underlined word“impair”in Paragraph 2 mean? A．show B．develop C．damage D．recognize 6．When lying to their parents, children can't be easily found because ________. A．their parents pretend not to see the lies B．their parents aren't prepared for the lies C．they are very good at hiding their lies D．they know how to lie to their parents 7．What does Dr Evans want to find about children's lying? A．What makes parents lose trust in their children B．What causes children to tell lies to their parents C．What makes parents fail to see their children's lies D．What affects children's relations with their parents 8．What can be inferred from Dr Evans's study in the last two paragraphs? A．Parents tend to protect their own children B．Lying is a part of children's development C．Children aged 8 to 16 are very likely to tell lies D．Parents can judge lies told by children of others more easily 【答案】5．C 6．B 7．C 8．D 【分析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述父母对孩子的诚实过于自信，和自己孩子的亲密关系而无法察觉孩子的谎言，所以当发现孩子说谎时感到震惊，并对此原因进行了研究和说明。 5．词句猜测题。根据第一段“But new research has suggested many parents may not even notice many of the lies their children tell them.（但新的研究表明，许多父母甚至可能没有注意到他们的孩子对他们说的许多谎言）” 以及这个单词的上半句“Psychologists have discovered that most parents are over-confident in their children's honesty（心理学家发现，大多数父母对孩子的诚实过于自信）”由此可知父母可能会忽视自己的孩子说谎，由此推断“this may impair their ability to discover a lie. ”意为这可能会破坏或者削弱父母发现孩子说谎的能力，故猜测impair意为“削弱，破坏”， A. show展示；B. develop开发；C. damage损坏；D. recognize认出，故选C。 6．推理判断题。根据第二段“Psychologists have discovered that most parents are over-confident in their children's honesty and this may impair their ability to discover a lie. The findings may help to explain why some parents seem to be willing to let their children get away with(未受惩罚) almost anything even in the face of the evidence.（心理学家发现，大多数父母对孩子的诚实过于自信，这可能会削弱他们发现谎言的能力。这些发现可能有助于解释为什么一些父母似乎愿意让他们的孩子侥幸逃脱，即使面对证据。）”和第四段“The close relationship that parents share with their own children may lead to parents failing to detect their children's lies. （父母与孩子之间的亲密关系可能会导致父母无法察觉孩子的谎言）”等内容可知父母对孩子过于自信，不愿意接受孩子说谎的事实，父母和孩子关系亲密，一般无法察觉孩子的谎言，即他们对孩子说谎的事实没有做好心理准备。故选B。 7．推理判断题。根据第四段“Dr Angela Evans, a psychologist at Brock University in Canada, said, “The close relationship that parents share with their own children may lead to parents failing to detect their children's lies. Parents' truth bias may result in parents being less doubtful about their children, allowing them to successfully cheat them.”（ 加拿大布鲁克大学的心理学家安吉拉·埃文斯博士说:“父母与孩子之间的亲密关系可能会导致父母无法察觉孩子的谎言。父母的真相偏见可能会导致父母减少对孩子的怀疑，从而让他们成功地欺骗孩子。”）”可知，他想要发现父母不能成功识别孩子谎言的原因，故选C。 8．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Videos of those denying looking were then shown to 152 parents of children aged 8 to 16, 80 of whom had children who had taken part in the test. The researchers found that the parents were less able to spot lies told by their own children than by other people's children.（随后，研究人员将那些否认自己偷看的孩子的视频展示给152名8岁至16岁孩子的父母看，其中的80人的孩子也参加了测试。研究人员发现，父母辨别自己孩子的谎言的能力不如辨别别人孩子的谎言的能力）”可推断，父母判断别人的孩子说谎比判断自己孩子说谎更容易，故选D。 Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川自贡第一中学・期末） People thoughtlessly make other people into social media content. If you want to explain this problem, you only draw more attention to something that shouldn’t be happening in the first place. On a regular basis, a photo or a video will be posted on some social media in which a totally ordinary person doing a totally ordinary thing is removed from all context. And if you look at the numbers on the post, you’ll find that the post has been viewed by a million people. This is a predictable result of everybody having a camera with them at all times. Who hasn’t wished they had a camera to document the amazing “small person walking huge dog” moment they enjoyed? Curiosity happens, and surprise happens. But if you are purely using someone as a curiosity, why don’t you say, “Can I take your picture?” Deep down you know the person might not want you to. Should we walk around with our head down, ignoring the world of amusing strangeness around us? Of course not. We’re far enough into the “practically everybody has a camera” age that we know how it goes, and how we just never know when our small post will become a big deal. To preserve privacy, you can put digital stickers over somebody’s face. You can also offer descriptions in different ways instead of showing photos. Bear in mind: Standing there with your phone out taking a picture of people who are innocently eating lunch might seem strange to some people, And one of them might also have a phone. 9．What is the predictable result of easy camera access? A．People become more interested in others. B．People are more likely to enjoy amusing events. C．Amazing situations can be recorded without worry. D．Posts of ordinary people can unexpectedly become hot. 10．Why might people not ask strangers for permission before taking photos? A．They want natural shots. B．They are afraid of being refused. C．They intend to surprise strangers. D．They’re unwilling to bother strangers. 11．What does the author suggest we do to protect privacy in online photos? A．Cover faces with digital stickers. B．Ask for permission before posting. C．Post photos with rich descriptions. D．Pay no attention to what happens around. 12．What attitude does the author probably hold to taking photos of people eating in public? A．Objective. B．Unconcerned. C．Favorable. D．Disapproval. 【答案】9．D 10．B 11．A 12．D 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了人们会轻率地把别人变成社交媒体的内容这一现象。 9．细节理解题。根据第二段“On a regular basis, a photo or a video will be posted on some social media in which a totally ordinary person doing a totally ordinary thing is removed from all context. And if you look at the numbers on the post, you’ll find that the post has been viewed by a million people.(在一些社交媒体上，经常会发布一张照片或一段视频，其中一个完全普通的人在做一件完全普通的事情。如果你看一下帖子上的数字，你会发现这篇帖子已经被100万人浏览了)”可知，摄像头容易进入的可预见结果是普通人的帖子会出人意料地火起来。故选D。 10．推理判断题。根据第三段“But if you are purely using someone as a curiosity, why don’t you say, “Can I take your picture?” Deep down you know the person might not want you to.(但如果你纯粹是出于好奇而利用某人，你为什么不说：“我能给你拍张照吗？”在内心深处，你知道这个人可能不希望你这么做)”可知，人们在拍照前不征求陌生人的同意是因为害怕被拒绝。故选B。 11．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“To preserve privacy, you can put digital stickers over somebody’s face.(为了保护隐私，你可以把数字贴纸贴在某人的脸上)”可知，作者建议我们用数码贴纸遮住脸保护网上照片的隐私。故选A。 12．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Bear in mind: Standing there with your phone out taking a picture of people who are innocently eating lunch might seem strange to some people, And one of them might also have a phone.(记住：站在那里拿着你的手机给那些无辜吃午饭的人拍照，对一些人来说可能会很奇怪，而且其中一个可能也有手机)”可知，作者对拍摄人们在公共场合吃饭的照片持反对态度。故选D。 Passage 4 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州泸化中学・期末） Billions will be spent trying to deal with a bargain in the approach to Christmas. But as close attention turns to whether or not the deals on offer are real discounts, instead of marketing tricks, spare a thought for the thousands of extra deliveries that will be made and the resulting crowding and blockage, CO2 emissions (释放), and stress that this shopping holiday creates. Demand for more drivers highlights the highly seasonal nature of shopping, with similar increases on Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day and the run up to Christmas. Although the industry is constantly learning from past mistakes to better serve customers, it neglects extremely important energy, ability to move around and health issues. Behind the scenes, the basic equipment that makes all this online shopping possible is huge—the extra delivery vans add to already crowded and blocked roads, and drivers suffer from stress and tiredness. Seasonal shopping events like Black Friday harm people and the planet. One medium-sized business in London recently told us that roughly 75% of the goods received by its front desk in the run up to Christmas were personal parcels. Extremely importantly, in a hub-and-spoke (辐射状的)model, not only do these parcels arrive from different vans travelling long distances from different warehouses, but delivery results in travelling on some of the most precious, crowded and blocked and polluted streets in London—simply to service online shopping preferences. At this early stage of the next evolution of shopping, it is important that we consider the benefits and broader societal costs of different shopping and delivery options. Or else we risk hard-wiring in a set of expectations fighting with our responsibilities to cut carbon and improve air quality in cities. 13．What can we know about the result of extra holiday delivery? A．It creates less pleasure. B．It produces more CO2 emissions. C．It makes people crowd in the shops. D．It makes the drivers earn more money. 14．What can we infer about the drivers in Paragraph 2? A．They harm the people and the planet. B．They are needed less on Mother’s Day. C．They lead to crowded and blocked roads. D．They feel exhausted during the holiday shopping delivery. 15．Which of the following can best replace the underlined word “highlights”? A．Emphasizes. B．Suggests. C．Recommends. D．Challenges. 16．What is the text mainly about? A．The benefits of holiday shopping. B．The concerns about the holiday shopping delivery. C．The stress and tiredness caused by the holiday shopping. D．The holiday shopping’s influence on society and environment. 【答案】13．B 14．D 15．A 16．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了假期的配送发货由此带来的拥挤和堵塞、二氧化碳排放，以及给购物节日带来的压力，同时，作者也表达了对假日购物配送的担忧。 13．细节理解题。根据第一段中“But as close attention turns to whether or not the deals on offer are real discounts, instead of marketing tricks, spare a thought for the thousands of extra deliveries that will be made and the resulting crowding and blockage, CO2 emissions, and stress that this shopping holiday creates.”（但是，当人们的密切关注转向所提供的交易是否是真正的折扣，而不是营销技巧时，不妨想想将会发生的数千次额外配送，以及由此带来的拥挤和堵塞、二氧化碳排放，以及这个购物节日带来的压力。）可知，额外的假期配送发货的结果是它产生更多的二氧化碳排放。故选B项。 14．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Although the industry is constantly learning from past mistakes to better serve customers, it neglects extremely important energy, ability to move around and health issues. Behind the scenes, the basic equipment that makes all this online shopping possible is huge—the extra delivery vans add to already crowded and blocked roads, and drivers suffer from stress and tiredness. Seasonal shopping events like Black Friday harm people and the planet.”（虽然这个行业不断从过去的错误中吸取教训，以更好地服务客户，但它忽略了极其重要的能源、移动能力和健康问题。在幕后，使所有这些网上购物成为可能的基本设备是巨大的——额外的快递货车增加了本已拥挤和堵塞的道路，司机们承受着压力和疲劳。像黑色星期五这样的季节性购物事件伤害了人类和地球。）可知，司机们承受着压力和疲劳，故可推断，他们在假日购物配送期间感到精疲力竭。故选D项。 15．词句猜测题。根据第二段中“Demand for more drivers”（对更多司机的需求）以及设题句后“with similar increases on Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day and the run up to Christmas.”（在母亲节、情人节和圣诞节前也有类似的增长。）故可猜测，highlights为“凸显”的意思，即购物季凸显了需求更多司机的问题。结合选项A. Emphasizes“强调”意思一致。故选A项。 16．主旨大意题。根据文章大意以及最后一段“At this early stage of the next evolution of shopping, it is important that we consider the benefits and broader societal costs of different shopping and delivery options. Or else we risk hard-wiring in a set of expectations fighting with our responsibilities to cut carbon and improve air quality in cities.”（在购物的下一步发展的早期阶段，我们必须考虑不同的购物和送货选择的好处和更广泛的社会成本。否则，我们就有可能抱着一套不切实际的期望，与削减碳排放和改善城市空气质量的责任作斗争。）可知，文章主要讲的是关于假日购物配送的担忧。故选B项。 Passage 5 （25-26 高二上・四川成都实验外国语学校） Kids are even more in the pocket of social media companies than we think. Many of them have handed over their online free will to their phones. For them, the only acceptable online environment is the one designed by big tech algorithms (算法). As children’s free time and imagination become more and more tightly joined to social media, we need to understand that uncontrolled access to the Internet comes at a cost. This spring, I visited a group of high school students in Connecticut to have a conversation about the role that social media plays in their daily lives and in their mental health. More children today report feeling depressed, lonely, and disconnected than ever before. There are countless problems with children and teenagers using social media. What the kids I spoke to did not know is that these algorithms have been designed in a way that unavoidable makes and keeps users unhappy. Social media companies know that content that generates negative feelings holds our attention longer than that which makes us feel good. If you are a teenager feeling bad about yourself, your social media feed will keep delivering you videos and pictures that are likely to produce negative feelings. Moreover, the high schoolers with whom I met revealed a hidden result of teenagers’ growing addiction to social media: the death of exploration and discovery. Algorithmic recommendations now do the work of discovering and pursuing interests, finding community, and learning about the world. Kids today are, simply put, not learning how to be curious, critical adults — and they don’t seem to know what they’ve lost. Left unaddressed, this will trap a generation in passive consumption and endless dissatisfaction. We should take some measures. We must inspire young people to answer a fundamental question: does true satisfaction come from machines doing our work, or from the human work of searching and discovering? 17．What can we learn about social media companies from paragraph 1? A．They have a great impact on kids. B．They earn a lot of money from kids. C．They make kids hand over their phones. D．They provide necessary services to kids. 18．Why do social media companies prefer content that generates negative feelings? A．Because it is more effective at keeping users’ attention. B．Because it enhances users’ satisfaction with their products. C．Because it encourages users to process negative emotions. D．Because it is easier and cheaper to produce negative content. 19．According to the author, what is the consequence of children’s addiction to social media? A．A drop in their academic performance. B．A feeling of less depression and loneliness. C．The decline in their ability to explore and discover. D．The failure to find community and learn about the world. 20．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Digital Advances: Boosting Teen Well-being B．Financial Gain: Profiting from Social Media C．The Algorithmic Trap: Harming Young minds D．Teenagers’ Battle: Fighting Social Media Addiction 【答案】17．A 18．A 19．C 20．C 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讲述了社交媒体算法对青少年造成的负面影响及应对措施。 17．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Kids are even more in the pocket of social media companies than we think. Many of them have handed over their online free will to their phones. For them, the only acceptable online environment is the one designed by big tech algorithms (算法).(孩子们受社交媒体公司的影响比我们想象的还要大。他们中的许多人已经把自己的网络自由意志交给了手机。对他们来说，唯一可接受的在线环境是由大型科技算法设计的)”可知，社交媒体公司对孩子们有很大影响。故选A。 18．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Social media companies know that content that generates negative feelings holds our attention longer than that which makes us feel good.(社交媒体公司知道，产生负面情绪的内容比让我们感觉良好的内容更能吸引我们的注意力)”可知，社交媒体公司更喜欢产生负面情绪的内容是因为它更能有效地吸引用户的注意力。故选A。 19．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Moreover, the high schoolers with whom I met revealed a hidden result of teenagers’ growing addiction to social media: the death of exploration and discovery.(此外，与我见面的高中生揭示了青少年对社交媒体日益上瘾的一个隐藏后果：探索和发现的死亡)”可知，根据作者的说法，儿童沉迷于社交媒体的后果是他们探索和发现能力的下降。故选C。 20．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Kids are even more in the pocket of social media companies than we think. Many of them have handed over their online free will to their phones. For them, the only acceptable online environment is the one designed by big tech algorithms (算法).(孩子们受社交媒体公司的影响比我们想象的还要大。他们中的许多人已经把自己的网络自由意志交给了手机。对他们来说，唯一可接受的在线环境是由大型科技算法设计的)”，第三段中“What the kids I spoke to did not know is that these algorithms have been designed in a way that unavoidable makes and keeps users unhappy.(和我交谈的孩子们不知道的是，这些算法的设计方式不可避免地会让用户不快乐并保持这种不快乐)”以及最后一段中“Left unaddressed, this will trap a generation in passive consumption and endless dissatisfaction.(如果不加以解决，这将使一代人陷入被动消费和无尽的不满之中)”可知，本文主要讲述了社交媒体算法对青少年产生的负面影响，即让他们陷入被动消费和无尽的不满之中，因此选项C“算法陷阱：伤害年轻的心灵”最符合文章主旨。故选C。 话题3 个人经历 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川绵阳南山中学・期末） Growing up in Ukraine, Vadim didn’t know what it was like to live in a safe, stable home. His parents were alcoholics who would often beat him. They’d even stuff him into a wine container, breaking his little body and leaving only a small opening at the top so he could breathe and see — but only just a little. By the time Vadim turned 9, he was living in an orphanage (孤儿院). Unfortunately, as is the case with far too many little ones, his life only got worse there. Not only was he hurt, but he was placed in a room on the third floor, making it impossible to get downstairs in a wheelchair. This left Vadim crawling up and down the stairs, an activity that was both physically and mentally exhausting. He’d often be late for meals. If the food wasn’t already gone by the time he arrived, other kids would steal from him. Then, a chain effect began when some special folks visited the orphanage. They told him a story about a spiritual figure who advocated love and forgiveness. This conversation helped the 14-year-old find his faith and, in turn, he had more hope than he ever had before. Today, Vadim is on longer the boy subject to fate. He is a father to his own kids, and his life couldn’t be more different or better. Over the years, he’s discovered a gift for expressing himself through art. This inspired Tim Tebow Foundation, an organization fighting for the most vulnerable (脆弱的) people around the world, to ask if he’d like to create a piece that represented what it looked and felt like for him to have gone from “darkness to light.” The result? A truly remarkable painting that features Vadim, in his wheelchair, leaving behind his old home, including the wine container his parents stuffed him into. His new direction includes a beautiful forest full of fall leaves and bright light, showing the hope he is said to have found in the inspiring story. 1．According to the passage, Vadim’s parents treated him ________. A．abusively B．forgivingly C．thoughtfully D．strictly 2．Why did Vadim crawl up and down the stairs when living in the orphanage? A．Because his little roommates often did damage to his wheelchair. B．Because other children would take his meal without permission. C．Because he couldn’t use the wheelchair to go downstairs from a high floor. D．Because getting downstairs was demanding for him physically and mentally. 3．The phrase “a chain effect ” in paragraph 4 refers to ________. A．an effective treatment for Vadim’s disability B．a series of positive changes occurring in Vadim’s life C．a sense of hope from the story of a spiritual figure D．a helping hand from Tim Tebow Foundation 4．What is the message that Vadim wants to convey in his remarkable painting? A．He admires the beauty and harmony of nature. B．He leads a miserable life with his own kids. C．He excels in delicate painting techniques. D．He says farewell to the past and harvests happiness. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了乌克兰孤儿Vadim在经历虐待、困境后，找到信仰，走向光明人生的历程。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“His parents were alcoholics who would often beat him. They’d even stuff him into a wine container, breaking his little body and leaving only a small opening at the top so he could breathe and see — but only just a little.(他的父母都是酒鬼，经常打他。他们甚至把他塞进一个葡萄酒容器里，把他小小的身体弄伤，只在顶部留下一个小口，让他可以呼吸和看到外面——但只有一点点)”可知，Vadim常常遭到父母的虐待。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Not only was he hurt, but he was placed in a room on the third floor, making it impossible to get downstairs in a wheelchair.(他不仅受伤了，而且被安置在三楼的一个房间里，坐轮椅根本无法下楼)”和第三段中“This left Vadim crawling up and down the stairs, an activity that was both physically and mentally exhausting.(这让瓦迪姆在楼梯上爬上爬下，这是一项身心俱疲的活动)”可知，Vadim只能爬上爬下楼梯是因为坐在轮椅上无法下楼。故选C项。 3．词句猜测题。根据划线词后文“They told him a story about a spiritual figure who advocated love and forgiveness. This conversation helped the 14-year-old find his faith and, in turn, he had more hope than he ever had before.(他们给他讲了一个关于一位提倡爱和宽恕的精神人物的故事。这次谈话帮助这个14岁的男孩找到了他的信仰，反过来，他比以往任何时候都有了更多的希望)”可知，特殊人物的到访让Vadim找到信仰，给他带来希望，这些都积极的变化。所以“Then, a chain effect began when some special folks visited the orphanage.(然后，当一些特殊的人访问孤儿院时，a chain effect开始了)”中a chain effect指的是“一系列积极变化”。故选B项。 4．推理判断题。根据第五段中“This inspired Tim Tebow Foundation, an organization fighting for the most vulnerable (脆弱的) people around the world, to ask if he’d like to create a piece that represented what it looked and felt like for him to have gone from “darkness to light.”(这激发了蒂姆·蒂博基金会(Tim Tebow Foundation)的灵感，该基金会是一个为世界上最弱势群体而战的组织，他们问他是否愿意创作一件作品，代表他从“黑暗走向光明”的样子和感觉)”和最后一段中“A truly remarkable painting that features Vadim, in his wheelchair, leaving behind his old home, including the wine container his parents stuffed him into. His new direction includes a beautiful forest full of fall leaves and bright light, showing the hope he is said to have found in the inspiring story.(这是一幅非常了不起的画，画中瓦迪姆坐在轮椅上，离开了他的老家，还有他父母塞给他的酒桶。他的新方向包括一个充满落叶和明亮光线的美丽森林，展示了他据说在鼓舞人心的故事中找到的希望)”可推知，Vadim想在这幅非凡的画作中表达的是他从黑暗走向光明，告别过去，收获幸福。故选D项。 Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川自贡第一中学・期末） Today I still remember my first marathon (马拉松). Just one month before it, one of my ankles (脚踝) was injured, which meant I can not run in the following two weeks, leaving me only two weeks to train. Yet, I was determined to go ahead. I remember back to my 7th year in school. In my first P. E. class, the teacher required us to run laps and then hit a softball. I didn’t do very well. He later told me that I was “not athletic”. The idea that I was “not athletic” stuck in my mind for years. When I started running in my 30s, I realized that running was a battle against myself, not about competition or whether I was athletic. It was all about the battle against my own body and mind. A test of my wills! The night before my marathon, I dreamt that I couldn’t even find the finish line. I woke up sweating and nervous, but determined to prove something to myself. Shortly after crossing the start line, my shoe laces (鞋带) became untied. So I stopped to readjust. Not the start I wanted! At mile 3, I passed a sign: “GO FOR IT, RUNNERS!” By mile 17, I became out of breath and the once injured ankle hurt badly. Despite the pain, I stayed the course walking a bit and then running again. By mile 21, I was starving! As I approached mile 23, I could see my husband waving a sign. He is my biggest fan. He never minded the alarm clock sounding at 4 a. m. or questioned my expenses on running. I was one of the final runners to finish. But I finished! And I got a medal. Determined to be myself and move forward, free of shame and (世俗标签), I can now call myself a “marathon winner”. 5．What happened to the author a month before the marathon? A．Her ankle got injured. B．She still ran every day. C．She missed her first marathon. D．Her training was cancelled completely. 6．What’s the purpose of mentioning her P.E. class in her 7th year? A．To bring back her memory. B．To thank her teacher. C．To show she was not good at athletics. D．To introduce her class. 7．What is the husband’s attitude toward the author’s running? A．Supportive. B．Indifferent. C．Opposing. D．Sympathetic. 8．What can we learn from the story? A．Every coin has two sides. B．A winner is one with strong wills. C．Life is a journey, not the destination. D．Family members play an important role. 【答案】5．A 6．C 7．A 8．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者回忆了自己小时候由于听到老师对自己的评价从而认定自己不擅长运动，后来作者开始尝试跑步，并意识到运动其实是与自己的意志作斗争。 5．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Today I still remember my first marathon (马拉松). Just one month before it, one of my ankles (脚踝) was injured, which meant I can not run in the following two weeks, leaving me only two weeks to train.(今天我仍然记得我的第一次马拉松。就在一个月前，我的一个脚踝受伤了，这意味着我在接下来的两周内不能跑步，我只有两周的时间训练。)”可知，在作者参加马拉松前一个月，作者的脚踝受伤了。故选A。 6．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“I remember back to my 7th year in school. In my first P. E. class, the teacher required us to run laps and then hit a softball. I didn’t do very well. (我记得我在学校七年级的时候。在我的第一节体育课上，老师要求我们先跑几圈，然后再打垒球。我表现得不太好。)”可知，作者提到自己七年级的体育课是为了告诉读者自己不太擅长运动。故选C。 7．推理判断题。根据文章倒数第三段“As I approached mile 23, I could see my husband waving a sign. He is my biggest fan. He never minded the alarm clock sounding at 4 a. m. or questioned my expenses on running.(当我快到23英里时，我看到我丈夫在挥舞着一个标志牌。他是我最忠实的粉丝。他从不介意凌晨四点的闹钟响，也从不质疑我跑步的费用。)”可知，作者的丈夫对作者跑步非常支持。故选A。 8．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“ I didn’t do very well. He later told me that I was“ not athletic”. (我表现不太好。他后来告诉我，我“不擅长运动”。)”以及第三段“The idea that I was“ not athletic” stuck in my mind for years. When I started running in my 30s, I realized that running was a battle against myself, not about competition or whether I was athletic. It was all about the battle against my own body and mind.  A test of my wills! (我“不擅长运动”的想法在我脑海中挥之不去多年。当我30多岁开始跑步时，我意识到跑步是一场与自己的战斗，而不是竞争，也不是我是否擅长运动。这一切都是关于我与自己的身体和思想的斗争。考验我的意志！)”可知，作者一开始由于老师对自己的评价一直根深蒂固地认为自己不擅长运动，而后来作者开始跑步，才明白，其实运动只是考验一个人的意志。根据文章最后一段“Determined to be myself and move forward, free of shame and (世俗标签), I can now call myself a“ marathon winner”.(我决心做我自己，勇往直前，不在乎世俗标签，现在我可以称自己为“马拉松赢家”。)”可知，作者认为胜者指的是意志坚强的人。故选B。 Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川成都邛崃第一中学・期末） Ma Jun, born in 1995 in Ningxia, is the youngest winner of the Junma Awards for Ethnic Literature in the prose (散文)category for his first work, “Qing Bai Shijie”. Despite being wheelchair-bound and facing countless challenges, including a predicted life expectancy of 20, Ma has overcome the difficulties and is now living well at 29. “Qing Bai Shijie” is a five-part collection reflecting on Ma’s life, from childhood to ambitions. The title symbolizes purity and innocence and fights the prejudice (偏见)Ma faced, such as being labeled as receiving “God’s punishment”. In 2016, Ma chose not to attend college to allow his younger brother to continue his education, a decision that led to despair but was later changed by reading Shi Tiesheng’s “Wo Yu Ditan”, which inspired him to pursue writing. Ma’s journey in writing began as a means to find meaning and joy in life. After three years of devotion, he completed his book but faced the challenge of publishing without resources. However, the “Stars of Literature by Chinese Ethnic Writers” project selected his work for publication in 2023, a significant milestone. The Junma Awards, one of China’s major literary prizes, recognized Ma’s talent, and his win was a joyful surprise. Ma’s condition, Spinal Muscular Atrophy(SMA), was diagnosed at27, and with treatment now affordable in China, he manages his disease through regular medical procedures. Ma keeps a daily routine of exercise, reading, and writing, currently working on a novel. He defines himself not by his struggles but as a faithful writer, using literature to connect with the world and inspire hope. His social media profile reads, “Be a faithful writer”, a motto that summarizes his commitment to his career and his life. 9．What do we know about Ma Jun from the first two paragraphs? A．He received some punishment when he was born. B．He won a literature award for people with disabilities. C．He was predicted not to live longer than 30 years old. D．He chose the title to imply his struggle against prejudice. 10．Why did Ma Jun give up attending college in 2016? A．He was not interested in higher education. B．He wanted to focus on his writing career. C．He faced both financial difficulties and health issues. D．He accepted his role model Shi Tiesheng’s advice. 11．What’s Ma Jun’s current situation? A．He devotes himself to writing and his life. B．He defines himself by his physical struggles. C．His disease of SMA can’t be treated in China. D．His writing is focused on social media connections. 12．Which of the following words best describe Ma Jun? A．Creative and intelligent. B．Determined and hopeful. C．Ambitious and hard-working. D．Knowledgeable and optimistic. 【答案】9．D 10．C 11．A 12．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了宁夏作家马骏的生平经历、创作历程以及他如何克服身体残疾带来的挑战，通过写作找到生活的意义和乐趣，并最终获得骏马奖散文类最年轻获奖者的故事。 9．细节理解题。根据文章第二段““Qing Bai Shijie” is a five-part collection reflecting on Ma’s life, from childhood to ambitions. The title symbolizes purity and innocence and fights the prejudice(偏见)Ma faced, such as being labeled as receiving “God’s punishment”.(《青白石阶》是一部由五个部分组成的文集，回顾了马骏从童年到理想抱负的人生历程。书名象征着纯洁与天真，同时也回击了马骏曾面对的偏见，比如有人称他是受到了“上帝的惩罚”。)”可知，马骏选择这个书名是为了暗示他与偏见作斗争。故选D。 10．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“In 2016, Ma chose not to attend college to allow his younger brother to continue his education, a decision that led to despair but was later changed by reading Shi Tiesheng’s “Wo Yu Ditan”, which inspired him to pursue writing.(2016 年，为了让弟弟能够继续学业，马骏选择放弃上大学，这个决定曾让他陷入绝望，但后来阅读史铁生的《我与地坛》改变了他的想法，激励他走上写作之路。)”可知，一方面，为了让弟弟能够继续学业，他选择放弃上大学，这暗示了家庭可能存在经济困难，无法同时负担两人的学费；另一方面，他身患疾病，身体状况不佳，这也可能是他放弃上大学的原因之一 。故选C。 11．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Ma keeps a daily routine of exercise, reading, and writing, currently working on a novel. He defines himself not by his struggles but as a faithful writer, using literature to connect with the world and inspire hope.(马骏保持着每天锻炼、阅读和写作的习惯，目前正在创作一部小说。他并不将自己定义为与病魔抗争的人，而是一位忠实的作家，他用文学与世界相连，传递希望。)”可知，马骏每天坚持锻炼、阅读和写作，目前正在创作一部小说，他将自己定义为忠实的作家，用文学与世界相连并激励希望，这表明他全身心投入到写作和生活中。故选A。 12．推理判断题。根据文章内容可知，马骏尽管身坐轮椅，面临诸多挑战，包括被预测寿命较短，却依然克服困难坚持写作。他为了完成作品，投入三年时间潜心创作，在面临出版难题时也没有放弃，这种坚持体现了他坚定的决心。而马骏用文学与世界相连，激励希望，没有因身体的困境而自怨自艾，而是积极面对生活，通过写作来追求生活的意义，展现出对生活充满希望的态度。故选B。 Passage 4 （25-26 高二上・四川射洪中学） Since Jack Anderson was a child, he has been deeply interested in Chinese culture. When Jack was ten years old, he watched a documentary about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The ideas of natural healing (治愈) and balance in the body immediately fascinated him. From then on, he decided to learn more about TCM. He saved his pocket money to buy books about Chinese herbs, acupuncture, and other treatments, studying the basics on his own. As Jack grew older, his passion for TCM became stronger. After finishing high school, he decided to travel to China to learn Traditional Chinese Medicine. He attended a well-known TCM school in Beijing. The study there was very demanding. Every day, Jack attended lectures on Chinese medical theory and practiced acupuncture and herbal medicine under the guidance of experienced teachers. Although the studies were difficult and sometimes confusing because of many differences, Jack worked hard and never gave up. In the beginning, Jack faced many challenges communicating with his teachers and classmates, as he did not know much Chinese. However, he learned important medical terms in Chinese, such as “zhong yi” (Chinese medicine), “zhen jiu” (acupuncture), and “cao yao” (herbs). With continuous effort, he gradually improved his language skills and better understood the lessons. After years of careful study and practice, Jack became skilled in many aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He learned how to diagnose (诊断) illnesses by observing patients’ pulse and tongue and how to treat various conditions using acupuncture and herbal medicine. He often took part in TCM workshops and received recognition for his knowledge. When Jack returned to the United States, he wanted to share the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine with his local community. He opened a small clinic where he treated patients patiently using acupuncture, herbal medicine, and other natural methods. Many people in his town began to trust and appreciate the treatments he provided. 13．What inspired Jack Anderson to study TCM? A．A trip to China when he was young. B．A film that introduced him to TCM. C．His parents’ recommendation of TCM. D．A book about TCM he found in a library. 14．Which words can best describe Jack Anderson? A．Curious and determined. B．Energetic and flexible. C．Generous and respected. D．Athletic and accessible. 15．What made Jack’s study in China challenging at first? A．Language barriers in class and life. B．Strict teachers and high tuition fees. C．Limited chances to practice medicine. D．Unfamiliar culture and local customs. 16．What is the best title for the text? A．The Challenges of Learning TCM B．A Foreigner’s Introduction to TCM C．A Journey to Master and Promote TCM D．The Benefits of TCM in Modern Society 【答案】13．B 14．A 15．A 16．C 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。本文讲述了杰克·安德森学习中医并在美国推广中医的经历。 13．细节理解题。根据第一段关键句“When Jack was ten years old, he watched a documentary about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The ideas of natural healing (治愈) and balance in the body immediately fascinated him. From then on, he decided to learn more about TCM. (当杰克十岁的时候，他看了一部关于中医的纪录片。自然治愈和身体平衡的想法立刻让他着迷。从那时起，他决定更多地学习中医。)”可知，一部关于中医的纪录片让杰克对中医着迷，决定学习中医，由此可知，促使杰克·安德森学习中医的是一部向他介绍中医的电影。故选B项。 14．推理判断题。根据第一段关键句“When Jack was ten years old, he watched a documentary about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The ideas of natural healing (治愈) and balance in the body immediately fascinated him. From then on, he decided to learn more about TCM. (当杰克十岁的时候，他看了一部关于中医的纪录片。自然治愈和身体平衡的想法立刻让他着迷。从那时起，他决定更多地学习中医。)”可知，一部关于中医的纪录片让杰克对中医好奇，并决定学习中医，由此可知，他是一个有好奇心的人；根据第二段关键句“Although the studies were difficult and sometimes confusing because of many differences, Jack worked hard and never gave up. (尽管由于许多差异，这些研究很困难，有时甚至令人困惑，但杰克努力工作，从未放弃。)”可知，在学习中医的过程中，尽管遇到很多困难，但杰克从未放弃，由此可知，他是一个意志坚定的人，综上所述，杰克·安德森是一个有好奇心且意志坚定的人。故选A项。 15．细节理解题。根据第三段关键句“In the beginning, Jack faced many challenges communicating with his teachers and classmates, as he did not know much Chinese. (起初，杰克在与老师和同学交流时面临着许多挑战，因为他不太懂中文。)”可知，起初，因为杰克不太懂中文，给生活和学习带来了许多挑战，由此可知，最初让杰克在中国的学习具有挑战性的是课堂和生活中的语言障碍。故选A项。 16．主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段关键句“When Jack was ten years old, he watched a documentary about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The ideas of natural healing (治愈) and balance in the body immediately fascinated him. From then on, he decided to learn more about TCM. (当杰克十岁的时候，他看了一部关于中医的纪录片。自然治愈和身体平衡的想法立刻让他着迷。从那时起，他决定更多地学习中医。)”和最后一段关键句“When Jack returned to the United States, he wanted to share the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine with his local community. (当杰克回到美国时，他想与当地社区分享中医药的好处。)”可知，本文讲述了杰克·安德森学习中医并在美国推广中医的经历，“A Journey to Master and Promote TCM”意为“掌握和推广中医之旅”，能够概括文章主要内容。故选C项。 话题4 动植物 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川自贡第一中学・期末） Mountain lions in the Santa Monica Mountains are showing remarkable adaptability by adjusting their activity patterns, according to a new study. The study, led by University of California Davis researcher Ellie Bolas, tracked 22 mountain lions in the region. The findings show that mountain lions living in areas with higher human presence are becoming more nocturnal(夜行性) to minimize interactions with humans. This is different from those living far away from people, who still hunt and play at sunrise and sunset like they used to. This behavioral adaptation allows these large wild animals to successfully coexist in one of the world’s largest urban(城市) areas. The study identified interesting differences in activity patterns. Female mountain lions showed more activity during daylight hours to stay away from male lions that might threaten their babies. The most nocturnal behavior was observed in two male lions living in areas with high human activity and development. These behavioral changes demonstrate the cats’ natural tendency to avoid human contact rather than become habituated to people. Seth Riley, branch chief for wildlife at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, notes that these adaptations reflect subtle(微妙的) ways humans impact wildlife beyond direct threats like the vehicle hitting them. The research team recommends that humans also adapt their own behavior to support coexistence. They suggest people should be more careful while driving at night and be aware that dawn and dusk remain active periods for mountain lion movement. “This flexibility we see in mountain lion activity is what allows us to share these natural areas together. Mountain lions are doing the work so that coexistence can happen,” explains Bolas. The study highlights the need for continued human effort in conservation. As Bolas notes, “Coexistence is happening, and it’s in large part because of what mountain lions are doing.” 1．Which best describes the activity patterns of mountain lions in remote locations? A．Nocturnal. B．Traditional. C．Changeable. D．Controllable. 2．Why are female mountain lions more active during the daytime? A．To hunt more effectively for babies. B．To enjoy competing with others. C．To avoid encounters with male lions. D．To deal with urban development. 3．What do the researchers advise us to do for mountain lions? A．Get to know their active periods. B．Try to drive in the daytime carefully. C．Reduce human activity in urban areas. D．Relocate them to the undeveloped areas. 4．What is Bolas’ attitude to mountain lions’ being nocturnal? A．Worried. B．Doubtful. C．Unclear. D．Admiring. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．D 【导语】这是一篇说明文，主要介绍了一项新研究发现，圣莫尼卡山脉的美洲狮通过调整活动模式来适应环境，尤其是那些生活在人类活动频繁区域的美洲狮变得更加夜行性，以减少与人类的接触，同时研究还指出了雌性美洲狮和雄性美洲狮活动模式的差异，并强调了人类应采取措施与美洲狮共存。 1．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“This is different from those living far away from people, who still hunt and play at sunrise and sunset like they used to.(这与那些远离人类的(美洲狮)不同，它们仍然像过去一样在日出和日落时狩猎和玩耍)”可知，偏远地区的美洲狮活动模式是传统的，故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Female mountain lions showed more activity during daylight hours to stay away from male lions that might threaten their babies.(雌性美洲狮在白天更加活跃，以避开可能威胁其幼崽的雄性美洲狮)”可知，雌性美洲狮在白天更活跃是为了避免与雄性美洲狮相遇，故选C项。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“They suggest people should be more careful while driving at night and be aware that dawn and dusk remain active periods for mountain lion movement.(他们建议人们在夜间开车时应该更加小心，并意识到黎明和黄昏仍然是美洲狮活动的活跃时期)”可知，研究人员建议我们了解美洲狮的活跃期，故选A项。 4．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“This flexibility we see in mountain lion activity is what allows us to share these natural areas together. Mountain lions are doing the work so that coexistence can happen(我们看到的美洲狮活动的这种灵活性，使得我们能够共同分享这些自然区域。美洲狮正在努力做到这一点，从而实现人类与它们的共存)”可知，美洲狮活动的灵活性，使得我们能够共同分享这些自然区域，可推理出Bolas对美洲狮的夜行性持钦佩态度，故选D项。 Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州老窖天府中学・期末） Hearing the speeding cars passing us, I had to focus on the sound of my uncle’s bicycle leading the way. At thirty, with my retinas (视网膜) dying from an eye disease, driving a car was impossible and I couldn’t give up the freedom of riding my bike. Uncle Fred pedalled steadily. I biked a few inches behind. He shouted directions at each intersection. Suddenly, his voice rose with urgency, “Carol, stop! A car is turning.” When we reached our destination, my shoulders ached from the ride. As I sat next to Uncle Fred, he cleared his throat and said, “Carol, did you think about getting a trained Seeing Eye dog? It can give you independence.” He knew I was afraid of dogs. Words stuck in my throat. But his voice cracked and planted the seed of an idea. My world shrunk as my blindness grew worse. Luckily, I had a good sense of direction, allowing me to visualize neighborhood routes. This skill could be an advantage when working with a dog. After calculating, I finally called the guide dog school. The admission application arrived, but I still wasn’t sure. One day, I phoned my friend Robert, a longtime guide dog user in my town. He shared his positive experiences. Somehow, his words convinced me to give it a try. During the training, the dog trainer’s coaching and each successful walk with the dogs built my confidence. As my guide dog Misty and I bonded, my shoulders relaxed. When I returned home, Uncle Fred was the first to meet Misty. Misty sat at our feet waving her tail. She must have picked up on the positive energy that circled us like a hug. Misty drove away my anxiety as I slowly opened my heart to her. Just as Uncle Fred had predicted, overcoming my fear gave me the opportunity for more independence. My new confidence came from using a guide dog, allowing me to walk tall. Uncle Fred’s advice moved my sense of joy from my bike to my dog. 5．What drove the author to ride a bike? A．Getting prepared for driving a car. B．Treating her disease by taking exercise. C．Getting familiar with noisy background. D．Enjoying the freedom of moving around. 6．How did the author react to her uncle’s suggestion? A．She thought it worth a try. B．She drew up a practical plan. C．She was stuck in desperation. D．She refused it for fear of dogs. 7．Why did the author call Robert? A．To invite him to adopt a dog. B．To ask him about the application. C．To encourage him to be positive in life. D．To consult him about taking a guide dog. 8．What change did Misty bring to the author? A．She became confident about fighting the illness. B．She became more attached to her uncle for help. C．She gained her independence with Misty’s help. D．She formed her community of guide dog trainers. 【答案】5．D 6．A 7．D 8．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。眼睛的疾病使作者不能自由出行，在亲人的鼓励下，作者领养了导盲犬，从此她的生活无须再依赖他人，她对生活也更加乐观。 5．细节理解题。由第一段“Hearing the speeding cars passing us, I had to focus on the sound of my uncle’s bicycle leading the way. At thirty, with my retinas (视网膜) dying from an eye disease, driving a car was impossible and I couldn’t give up the freedom of riding my bike.(听到超速行驶的汽车从我们身边经过，我不得不专注于我叔叔的自行车带路的声音。三十岁时，我的视网膜因眼疾而逐渐丧失功能，开车是不可能的，我不能放弃骑自行车的自由。)”可知，作者骑自行车是为了享受出行的自由。故选D项。 6．推理判断题。由文章第三段“My world shrunk as my blindness grew worse. Luckily, I had a good sense of direction, allowing me to visualize neighborhood routes. This skill could be an advantage when working with a dog.(随着失明的加剧，我的世界缩小了。幸运的是，我有很好的方向感，可以想象出附近的路线。与狗一起工作时，这项技能可能是一个优势。)”以及上文可知，作者听到叔叔的建议时不知道说什么，因为她一直很害怕狗，但是这句话在她的脑子里种下了一个养狗的念头，她觉得这个建议值得一试。故选A项。 7．细节理解题。由第四段“One day, I phoned my friend Robert, a longtime guide dog user in my town. He shared his positive experiences. Somehow, his words convinced me to give it a try.(有一天，我打电话给我的朋友罗伯特，他是我镇上一位长期使用导盲犬的人。他分享了自己的积极经历。不知怎么的，他的话说服了我试一试。)”可知，作者打电话给好友罗伯特，因为他养了很长时间的导盲犬，所以作者向他咨询。故选D项。 8．推理判断题。由文章最后一段“As my guide dog Misty and I bonded, my shoulders relaxed. When I returned home, Uncle Fred was the first to meet Misty. Misty sat at our feet waving her tail. She must have picked up on the positive energy that circled us like a hug. Misty drove away my anxiety as I slowly opened my heart to her. Just as Uncle Fred had predicted, overcoming my fear gave me the opportunity for more independence. My new confidence came from using a guide dog, allowing me to walk tall. Uncle Fred’s advice moved my sense of joy from my bike to my dog.(当我和导盲犬米斯蒂亲密接触时，我的肩膀放松了。当我回到家时，弗雷德叔叔是第一个见到米斯蒂的人。米斯蒂坐在我们脚边，挥舞着尾巴。她一定感受到了像拥抱一样围绕着我们的正能量。米斯蒂驱散了我的焦虑，我慢慢地向她敞开心扉。正如弗雷德叔叔所预测的那样，克服恐惧给了我更多的独立机会。我的新信心来自使用导盲犬，让我能够走得很高。弗雷德叔叔的建议把我的快乐从自行车转移到了我的狗身上。)”可知，这里提到作者领养了导盲犬之后生活的变化，说这只导盲犬让自己更自信，而且不再焦虑，在生活上更加独立。故选C项。 Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第二中学・期末） Tasked with photographing one of the world’s most precious big cats, you go deep into the jungle of Southeast Asia and set up a camera trap. Back at base camp, you look through the images it captures, identifying monkeys, otters and finally, what you have been searching for: the mysterious clouded leopard. All this, without having to leave the comfort of your own home. A new mobile game, turns one of the largest-ever wildlife camera trap studies into a playable experience. The idea is that by letting players take on the role of a researcher in a real scientific study, the game helps people to better understand wildlife conservation science. The game is based on an ongoing, decade-long camera trap study by professor David Macdonald and his team at the Wildlife Conservation Research Unit at the University of Oxford. The hope is that games can provide new ways for people to engage with endangered animals. “If you don’t have any encounter or experience with elements of nature, then what motivation can you have to take a personal interest in it?” says Macdonald. “ I think that detail of understanding brings a great investment in wanting to see a good outcome.” It uses real photographs from the study and allow players to identify species within this rapidly worsening environment. “ Of course, everyone loves attractive photography but there’s something just incredibly raw and real about capturing these animals’ moments,” says Macdonald. “I would like to think that engagement with this game will lead to a feeling of value, which will affect how they think about nature,” says Macdonald. “So, in that sense, we’d like to be part of a revolution on how people view the role of humanity, alongside the wider environment.” 9．What is the purpose of the first paragraph? A．To present a finding. B．To lead to the topic. C．To advertise a game. D．To demonstrate photographing in the wild. 10．What is the main idea of Paragraph 4? A．The reason for using real photographs in the game. B．The present situation of the natural environment. C．The way of making the photos more appealing. D．The original source of the real photographs. 11．Which of the following is NOT the benefits of the mobile game? A．It popularizes the knowledge about the science of wildlife protection. B．It offers new methods for developing links with endangered species. C．It influences people to reflect on more about man and nature. D．It raises funds for the future research into wildlife. 12．What is Macdonald’s attitude towards the mobile game? A．Doubtful B．Disapproving C．Positive D．Indifferent 【答案】9．B 10．A 11．D 12．C 【导语】本文是一片说明文。讲述了为了拍摄大型猫科动物设置摄像机陷阱。而一款新型的手游将最大的野生动物摄像机陷阱研究变成一款可以玩的游戏。 9．推理判断题。第一段讲述了在丛林中设置相机陷阱拍摄猫科动物的真实情形——拍摄者先要深入丛林之中架设好相机。但在第二段开头“All this, without having to leave the comfort of your own home. (所有这一切，无需离开舒适的家。)”及“The idea is that by letting players take on the role of a researcher in a real scientific study, the game helps people to better understand wildlife conservation science. (这个想法是，通过让玩家在真正的科学研究中扮演研究人员的角色，游戏可以帮助人们更好地了解野生动物保护科学。)”可知第一段的目的在于引出话题，从而展开对游戏的介绍。故答案为B。 10．主旨大意题。根据第四段开头“It uses real photographs from the study and allow players to identify species within this rapidly worsening environment. (它使用研究中的真实照片，并允许玩家在这个迅速恶化的环境中识别物种。)”以及“Of course, everyone loves attractive photography but there’s something just incredibly raw and real about capturing these animals’ moments. (当然，每个人都喜欢有吸引力的摄影，但捕捉这些动物的时刻有一些令人难以置信的原始和真实的东西)”可知，本段主要讲游戏中使用真实照片的原因。故选A。 11．细节理解题。根据第二段中“The idea is that by letting players take on the role of a researcher in a real scientific study, the game helps people to better understand wildlife conservation science. (这个想法是，通过让玩家在真正的科学研究中扮演研究人员的角色，游戏可以帮助人们更好地了解野生动物保护科学。)”，第三段中“The hope is that games can provide new ways for people to engage with endangered animals. (希望游戏可以为人们提供与濒危动物互动的新方式。)”，以及最后一段“I would like to think that engagement with this game will lead to a feeling of value, which will affect how they think about nature, says Macdonald. So, in that sense, we’d like to be part of a revolution on how people view the role of humanity, alongside the wider environment. (我认为参与这个游戏会带来一种价值感，这将影响他们对自然的看法，麦克唐纳说。因此，从这个意义上说，我们希望成为一场关于人们如何看待人类角色以及更广泛环境的革命的一部分。)”可知，通过这款游戏从玩家那里筹集野生动物研究资金在文中并未提到，故选D。 12．判断推理题。根据文章最后一段中“I would like to think that engagement with this game will lead to a feeling of value, which will affect how they think about nature, (我想参与这个游戏会带来一种价值感，这将影响他们对自然的看法，)”及“So, in that sense, we’d like to be part of a revolution on how people view the role of humanity, alongside the wider environment. (所以，从这个意义上说，我们希望成为一场关于人们如何看待人类角色的革命的一部分，以及更广泛的环境。)”可知，Macdonald对这款手游是持肯定支持的态度，故选C。 话题5 阅读 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川资阳安岳中学・期末） If you’re looking for a new way to enjoy reading, joining a book club subscription can be a fun experience. Unlike traditional book clubs, modern virtual book clubs operate via subscriptions that send new books monthly. Here are several best book clubs. Brilliant Books is a unique “long-distance local bookstore”. It has an online platform and physical store, offering various books and audiobooks. From bestsellers to young adult fiction and children’s literature, each monthly book is handpicked from their independent bookstore. With diverse subscriptions, flexible schedules, and satisfaction guarantees, it’s a top pick among book clubs. 5-star rated. Once Upon a Book Club presents a monthly adventure, mainly for women 18⁺ and young adult readers. Boxes contain a newly published book (paperback or hardcover) and three to five gifts tied to story pages. Genres like romance and mystery are available. Price varies from $49/ month to $570/ year. There are hints provided regarding the shipments and an option to pause them. 4.4-star ratings. Gifts enhance reading. Book of the Month, operating since 1926, offers a of the Month monthly selection of five to seven books or audio-books across various genres. You can choose your preferred one for this month. First-month booking at sign-up is $5, then $15-$20/ month with free shipping. It has flexible plans, free skips, loyalty rewards like a bag after 12 shipments, add-on options, a 4.1-star average, and is a competitive, flexible choice despite some price concerns. 1．What do we know about Brilliant Books? A．It was started in 1926. B．It has its own independent bookstore. C．It gives different gifts to encourage reading. D．It provides free shipping for loyal customers. 2．What’s the least to pay for the subscription of Book of the Month Club for a year? A．$60. B．$170. C．$180. D．$240. 3．Which section of a magazine is the text probably taken from? A．Fashion. B．People. C．Opinions. D．Books. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了几个最佳图书俱乐部。 1．细节理解题。根据Brilliant Books部分中“It has an online platform and physical store, offering various books and audiobooks.(它有一个在线平台和实体店，提供各种书籍和有声读物)”可知，Brilliant Books有自己的实体店。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据Book of the Month Club中“First-month booking at sign-up is $5, then $15-$20/ month with free shipping.(注册时第一个月的订阅费是5美元，然后是每月15-20美元，免运费)”可知，Book of the Month Club每月订阅费最少为15美元，一年12个月，需要支付15×12=180美元，但注册当月为5美元，因此最少支付180-10=170美元。故选B项。 3．推理判断题。根据文章大意以及第一段中“If you’re looking for a new way to enjoy reading, joining a book club subscription can be a fun experience.( 如果你正在寻找一种享受阅读的新方式，加入一个读书俱乐部订阅会是一个有趣的经历)”可知，本文主要介绍了几个最佳图书俱乐部。由此推知，这篇文章可能取自一本杂志的书籍部分。故选D项。 Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州高级中学・期末） Back in my childhood days, I lived in a small town that had a Carnegie library. Every week, without fail, I would make a visit to this library to borrow three books. One of the most defining aspects of my life has been the challenge of living with a stammer(口吃). It’s a condition that can be incredibly burdensome and distressing, particularly if you happen to be a teenager. However, it turned out to be beneficial in shaping me into a female writer in my later life. Because of my stammer, the library became my favorite place. To me, it was more than just a building; it was a shelter where I could escape into the pages of countless stories and communicate with the world without the fear of being judged. Without distraction from the outside world, I eagerly absorbed knowledge about various subjects, from science fiction to history, from biographies to poetry. Each book was a stepping stone, leading me further into the vast ocean of knowledge and imagination. As I grew older, my love for reading evolved into a passion for writing. I began to pen my own stories. My stammer, which had once been a source of frustration, became a catalyst (催化剂) for creativity. It forced me to choose my words carefully, to think before I spoke, and to write with intention. The library, with its endless rows of books and the quiet hum of other readers, was my classroom. It taught me that stories have the power to change lives, to transport us to different worlds, and to help us understand ourselves and others. It was there, in that small town library, that I discovered the writer within me. And it was that discovery that shaped my future, leading me to a career where I could share my own stories and, hopefully, inspire others as I had been inspired. 4．How did stammer influence the author? A．It stopped her from making friends. B．It contributed to her writing career. C．It brought her joy of talking to writers. D．It had a bad effect on her school performance. 5．What can we know about the author from Paragraph 3? A．She read a wide range of books. B．She put up a shelter in the library. C．She feared to communicate with people. D．She once worked as a part-time librarian. 6．What does the last paragraph mainly talk about? A．The benefits of sharing stories. B．The procedure for becoming a writer. C．The reasons why the author loves books. D．The significance of the library to the author. 7．Which of the following words best describe the author? A．Curious and outgoing. B．Humorous and positive. C．Hardworking and persistent. D．Talented and warmhearted. 【答案】4．B 5．A 6．D 7．C 【导语】本文为一篇记叙文，讲述了作者有口吃，通过在图书馆阅读，努力吸收知识，从而开始写作，最终成为作家的故事。 4．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“It’s a condition that can be incredibly burdensome and distressing, particularly if you happen to be a teenager. However, it turned out to be beneficial in shaping me into a female writer in my later life. (这是一种令人难以置信的负担和痛苦的情况，特别是如果你碰巧是一个青少年。然而，事实证明，这对我后来成为一名女作家是有益的。)”可知，作者口吃，对之后的写作事业产生了积极影响。故选B。 5．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Without distraction from the outside world, I eagerly absorbed knowledge about various subjects, from science fiction to history, from biographies to poetry. Each book was a stepping stone, leading me further into the vast ocean of knowledge and imagination. (没有外界的干扰，我热切地吸收各种学科的知识，从科幻小说到历史，从传记到诗歌。每本书都是一块垫脚石，带领我进一步进入知识和想象的浩瀚海洋。)”可知，作者读过各种各样的书。故选A。 6．主旨大意题。根据文章最后一段“The library, with its endless rows of books and the quiet hum of other readers, was my classroom. It taught me that stories have the power to change lives, to transport us to different worlds, and to help us understand ourselves and others. It was there, in that small town library, that I discovered the writer within me. And it was that discovery that shaped my future, leading me to a career where I could share my own stories and, hopefully, inspire others as I had been inspired. (图书馆是我的教室，那里有无穷无尽的一排排书和其他读者安静的嗡嗡声。它教会了我，故事有改变生活的力量，把我们带到不同的世界，帮助我们了解自己和他人。就在那里，在那个小镇的图书馆里，我发现了我内心的作家。正是这个发现塑造了我的未来，引导我进入了一个可以分享自己故事的职业，并希望能像我被激励一样激励他人。)”可知，文章最后一段讲述了图书馆对于作者的深刻影响和意义。故选D。 7．推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Without distraction from the outside world, I eagerly absorbed knowledge about various subjects, from science fiction to history, from biographies to poetry. Each book was a stepping stone, leading me further into the vast ocean of knowledge and imagination. (没有外界的干扰，我热切地吸收各种学科的知识，从科幻小说到历史，从传记到诗歌。每本书都是一块垫脚石，带领我进一步进入知识和想象的浩瀚海洋。)”及第四段“It forced me to choose my words carefully, to think before I spoke, and to write with intention. (它迫使我仔细选择用词，在说话前思考，并有意识地写作。)”可知，作者有口吃，通过在图书馆阅读，努力吸收知识，从而开始写作，直到成为作家，她是努力的，坚持不懈的。故选C。 Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州三校联盟） Given the astonishing potential of AI to transform our lives, we all need to take action to deal with our AI-powered future, and this is where AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence comes in. This absorbing new book by Catriona Campbell is a practical roadmap addressing the challenges posed by the forthcoming AI revolution (变革). In the wrong hands, such a book could prove as complicated to understand as the computer code (代码) that powers AI but, thankfully, Campbell has more than two decades’ professional experience translating the heady into the understandable. She writes from the practical angle of a businessperson rather than as an academic, making for a guide which is highly accessible and informative and which, eventually, will make you feel almost as smart as AI. As we soon come to learn from AI by Design, AI is already super-smart and will become more capable, moving from the current generation of “narrow-AI” to Artificial General Intelligence. From there, Campbell says, will come Artificial Dominant Intelligence. This is why Campbell has set out to raise awareness of AI and its future now — several decades before these developments are expected to take place. She says it is essential that we keep control of artificial intelligence, or risk being sidelined and perhaps even worse. Campbell’s point is to wake up those responsible for AI — the technology companies and world leaders — so they are on the same page as all the experts currently developing it. She explains we are at a “tipping point” in history and must act now to prevent an extinction-level event for humanity. We need to consider how we want our future with AI to pan out. Such structured thinking, followed by global regulation (管理), will enable us to achieve greatness rather than our downfall. AI will affect us all, and if you only read one book on the subject, this is it. 8．What is a feature of AI by Design according to the text? A．It is packed with complex codes. B．It adopts a down-to-earth writing style. C．It is intended for AI professionals. D．It provides step-by-step instructions. 9．What does Campbell strongly recommend people to do about AI development? A．Observe existing regulations on it. B．Reconsider expert opinions about it. C．Make joint efforts to keep it under control. D．Learn from previous experience to slow it down. 10．How does the author introduce AI by Design? A．By comparing it with other similar works. B．By sharing reviews of experts and readers. C．By giving examples of dangers posed by AI. D．By summarizing the main idea and main points. 11．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To recommend a book on AI. B．To honor an outstanding AI expert. C．To clarify the definition of AI. D．To raise awareness of the risks of AI. 【答案】8．B 9．C 10．D 11．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了Catriona Campbell所著AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence一书，该书作为应对AI革命挑战的实用指南，从商业视角阐述AI发展现状与前景，强调控制AI的重要性，呼吁各界协同确保人工智能安全发展，以防潜在危机。 8．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“In the wrong hands, such a book could prove as complicated to understand as the computer code (代码) that powers AI but, thankfully, Campbell has more than two decades’ professional experience translating the heady into the understandable. (在错误的人手中，这样一本书可能会被证明像驱动人工智能的计算机代码一样复杂，但谢天谢地，坎贝尔有20多年的专业经验，可以将令人兴奋的内容转化为可理解的内容。)”可知，坎贝尔在书中将令人兴奋的内容转化为可理解的内容，结合下文的“She writes from the practical angle of a businessperson rather than as an academic, making for a guide which is highly accessible and informative and which, eventually, will make you feel almost as smart as AI.(她从一个商人而非学者的实际角度出发，撰写了一本非常通俗易懂、内容丰富的指南，最终会让你觉得自己几乎和人工智能一样聪明。)”可知，她从实际的角度写的该书，这本书的特点是通俗易懂，由此可推测它采用了朴实的写作风格。故选B项。 9．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“She says it is essential that we keep control of artificial intelligence, or risk being sidelined and perhaps even worse. (她说，我们必须保持对人工智能的控制，否则就有被边缘化甚至更糟的风险。)”以及倒数第二段中的“We need to consider how we want our future with AI to pan out. Such structured thinking, followed by global regulation (管理), will enable us to achieve greatness rather than our downfall. (我们需要考虑我们希望人工智能的未来如何发展。这种结构化的思维，加上全球监管，将使我们走向伟大，而不是走向衰败。)”可知，坎贝尔敦促人们保持对人工智能的控制，考虑人工智能的未来应如何发展，所以关于人工智能的发展，坎贝尔敦促人们共同努力将其控制住。故选C项。 10．推理判断题。根据首段中的“This absorbing new book by Catriona Campbell is a practical roadmap addressing the challenges posed by the forthcoming AI revolution (变革).(卡特里奥娜·坎贝尔撰写的这本引人入胜的新书是一本实用的路线图，旨在应对即将到来的人工智能革命带来的挑战。)”以及第二段中的“She writes from the practical angle of a businessperson rather than as an academic, making for a guide which is highly accessible and informative and which, eventually, will make you feel almost as smart as AI.(她从一个商人而非学者的实际角度出发，撰写了一本非常通俗易懂、内容丰富的指南，最终会让你觉得自己几乎和人工智能一样聪明。)”可知，作者总结了该书的作者使用了更朴实的方式写的这本书籍，结合第三段中的“She says it is essential that we keep control of artificial intelligence, or risk being sidelined and perhaps even worse.(她说，我们必须保持对人工智能的控制，否则就有被边缘化甚至更糟的风险。)”以及第四段中的“Campbell’s point is to wake up those responsible for AI — the technology companies and world leaders — so they are on the same page as all the experts currently developing it.(坎贝尔的观点是唤醒那些负责人工智能的人——科技公司和世界领导人——这样他们就能与目前正在开发人工智能的所有专家站在同一战线上。)”可知，作者总结了该书作者对人工智能的观点，由此可推断，作者是通过总结和概括该书的主要思想和要点介绍该书的。故选D项。 11．推理判断题。根据首段“Given the astonishing potential of AI to transform our lives, we all need to take action to deal with our AI-powered future, and this is where AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence comes in. This absorbing new book by Catriona Campbell is a practical roadmap addressing the challenges posed by the forthcoming AI revolution (变革). (考虑到人工智能改变我们生活的惊人潜力，我们都需要采取行动来应对人工智能驱动的未来，这正是AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence的用武之地。卡特里奥娜·坎贝尔撰写的这本引人入胜的新书是一本实用的路线图，旨在应对即将到来的人工智能革命带来的挑战。)”以及尾段中的“AI will affect us all, and if you only read one book on the subject, this is it. (人工智能将影响我们所有人，如果你只读一本关于这个主题的书，那就是这本书。)”可知，本文主要介绍了Catriona Campbell所著AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence一书，该书作为应对AI革命挑战的实用指南，以商业视角阐述AI发展现状与前景，强调控制AI的重要性，呼吁各界协同确保人工智能安全发展，以防潜在危机，所以作者写这篇文章的目的是推荐一本关于人工智能的书。故选A项。 话题6 节日 Passage 1 （25-26 高二上・四川德阳第五中学） Each year Canada Chocolate Town celebrates its community’s rich and delicious heritage with its annual Chocolate Fest. This year, this week-long, family-oriented festival is full of different activities, all things chocolate-related. Ca-r-ma Charlotte County Coffee Morning Time: 9: 30 a.m. to 12 noon Location: St. Stephen Town Square Come out and join us for a cup of coffee, tea or juice, delicious home-baked goods and many featuring chocolate. Join the adoption programme — caring for homeless cats — sponsored by Ca-r-ma Charlotte County. Dot’s Delecto Birthday Party Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Boys and Girls Club of Charlotte County Who does St. Stephen love? Dot Larsen! Please join us for chocolate cake and chocolate milk and help celebrate Dot’s birthday. Come and play in our indoor/outdoor playground, have your face painted and enjoy a barbecue to help raise funds for the Barracuda Swim Team. Lucy the Ladybug’s Birthday Party Time: 12 noon to 3 p.m. Location: Kingsbrae Garden, St. Andrews Come to celebrate with Lucy and her friends for a picnic on our front lawn—bring your own picnic or have lunch at our Garden Cáfe. At 2 pm, join Lucy and her friends for an amazing race adventure through the big maze (迷宫) to find treasure in the fantasy garden! Cost: $16/Adult, $12/Students and Seniors, Free/Children 6 and younger. 1．When is it available if you are interested in barbecue? A．9: 30 a.m.. B．2: 30 p.m.. C．11: 30 a.m.. D．3: 00 p.m.. 2．How much should a couple with a girl aged 12 pay to take part in the above activities? A．$22. B．$44. C．$48. D．$32. 3．What’s the author’s purpose of writing the text? A．To introduce a popular festival. B．To raise funds for a swimming team. C．To compare the three activities. D．To appeal to people to care for homeless cats. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了加拿大巧克力小镇的巧克力节及其相关活动。 1．细节理解题。根据Dot’s Delecto Birthday Party部分中的“Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.(时间：上午11点至下午2点)”和“Come and play in our indoor/outdoor playground, have your face painted and enjoy a barbecue to help raise funds for the Barracuda Swim Team.(来我们的室内/室外游乐场玩耍，涂上你的脸，享受烧烤，为梭鱼游泳队筹集资金。)”可知，如果你对烧烤感兴趣，你可以在上午11时至下午2时去Dot’s Delecto Birthday Party，结合选项，C项“上午11点30分”在该活动的时间范围内。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Cost: $16/Adult, $12/Students and Seniors, Free/Children 6 and younger.(费用：成人16美元，学生和老人12美$ 专题01 阅读理解6大常考话题 话题1 环境保护（常考点） 话题4 动植物 话题2 社会问题与社会想现象（常考点） 话题5 阅读 话题3 个人经历 话题6 节日 话题1 环境保护 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州三校联盟・第二次联合考试） Urban gardens are valuable assets (资产) to communities. They provide green spaces to grow sustainable food, build community cohesion (凝聚力), make new friends, connect with the earth, and much more. So, let’s check out our list of 4 inspiring urban gardens in the US. Gotham Greens Where: New York & Chicago What: Gotham Greens first started in Brooklyn and now has four locations in New York City and Chicago. Their flagship farm in Brooklyn produces over 100,000 pounds of greens per year. But it doesn’t just produce healthy local vegetables. It is using high-tech greenhouses with solar panels to make sure the food grown is healthy and sustainable. Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students Where: Baltimore, Maryland What: The Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS) program encourages students to get their hands dirty and plant vegetables through their after-school and summer programs. Many of these kids don’t have access to green spaces and have never had the opportunity to grow food. Revision Urban Farm Where: Boston, Massachusetts What: Revision Urban Farm in Boston works in partnership with the Revision Family Home-a shelter for 22 homeless parents and their kids. The farm provides these families within formation on healthy eating, and access to the farm’s fresh vegetables. The organization also provides job training to help families escape the cycle of poverty. Swale Where: New York What: Swale, a floating food forest located on a large boat, is an innovative project meant to inspire citizens to rethink the relationship between our cities and our food. This urban garden serves as both a living art exhibit and an educational farm Food forests are sustainable gardens that include vegetables, fruit, nut trees, bushes, herbs, and vines — each one complementing the other in a symbiotic (共生的) relationship. 1．What is special about Gotham Greens? A．It offers homeless families information on healthy eating. B．It creates a sustainable garden on a large boat. C．It provides job training for students. D．It uses high-tech greenhouses to grow healthy food. 2．Which urban garden offers first-hand farming experience? A．Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students. B．Swale. C．Revision Urban Farm. D．Gotham Greens. 3．What do these four urban gardens have in common? A．They create job opportunities for farmers. B．They are inspirational projects in New York. C．They are beneficial to communities. D．They have educational and entertaining purposes. Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第二中学等校・期末） People are already paying more and more for food due to global warming — and rising temperatures will drive food prices a lot higher in the next decade. According to a study by the European Central Bank, by 2035, higher temperatures alone will be pushing up worldwide food prices by between 0.9% and 3.2% every single year. To find out how this is affecting food prices, Maximilian Kotz at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and his colleagues examined data on the monthly prices and weather conditions in 121 countries between 1996 and 2021. By looking for associations between food prices and factors such as the average monthly temperature, temperature changes, and measures of drought and extreme rainfall, they found a strong link between the average temperature and the food prices a month or so later. In regions north of 40 degrees, like the latitude (纬度) of New York City and Beijing, warmer-than-average temperatures during winter led to falling food prices. But above-average temperatures increased food prices in summer and at all times in the rest of the world. “The study didn’t look at why prices rose, but the likely explanation is that extreme heat is reducing yields,” Kotz says. “Crops may be drying out on the vine when they should be being harvested.” Factors such as extreme rainfall had less impact on food prices than average temperatures. This may be because flooding tends to be localized, while above-average temperatures can be very widespread. Other studies have reached similar conclusions. Kotz’s team then went further by investigating how food prices could change based on average temperature rises in climate model prediction. In the worst situation, global food inflation (食品通胀) due to climate change goes over 4% per year by 2060. “We need to be aware of the fact that climate change brings huge new challenges for food security,” says Kotz. “Warming-fuelled extreme weather is increasingly affecting food production around the world. If farmers don’t adapt their practices to better cope with rising temperatures, the losses will become more serious.” 4．What does the study focus on? A．The factors in the rising living costs. B．The impact of climate change on food prices. C．The effects of natural disasters on food production. D．The comparison of food prices in different regions. 5．How did researchers reach their conclusions? A．By analyzing a mass of data. B．By referring to previous studies. C．By tracking some cities for years. D．By conducting a survey among farmers. 6．What is the main reason for the rising food prices according to Kotz? A．Frequent rainfall. B．Extreme high temperature. C．The increasing demand for crops. D．The restrictions of trade policies. 7．What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph? A．To investigate how food prices change. B．To predict the loss caused by the heat wave. C．To urge farmers to adjust their practices. D．To clarify the situation of global food inflation. Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第二中学等校・期末模拟） When it comes to reading, people have different preferences. Some people will choose paper books because they’re easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e-readers, perhaps on a phone, because they’re convenient. But which is the more environment-friendly choice? Digital reading(数字阅读)is on the rise, now making up about 15% of the total US book market. However, traditional print publishing is still by far the most popular type — and it comes with a high carbon footprint(碳足迹). According to a 2023 report from Words Rated, print book publishing is the third biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions, and 32 million trees are cut down each year in the US to make paper for books. Then there’s the problem of printing and transport, not to mention the many unsold books that are destroyed. Digital reading seems to have a great advantage over print because it is paperless, so it saves trees and transport. Moreover, technology companies that make e-readers, such as Amazon, offer recycling programs for old devices(设备). But digital devices also come with a large carbon footprint, mainly at the production stage. Their cases are made from plastic that comes from fossil fuels, and the minerals in their batteries require a lot of resources to be mined. So back to the earlier question: which way of reading is more environmentally friendly? “It’s not cut and dried,” said Mike Berners-Lee, a professor at Lancaster Environment Centre in the United Kingdom. “If you buy an e-reader and you read lots of books on it, then it’s the lowest carbon thing to do. But if you buy it, read a couple of books, and find that you prefer paper books, then it’s the worst of all worlds.” Yet, Berners-Lee said that reading is still, relatively speaking, an environmental-friendly activity. 8．What does the report show? A．Printed books have a poor sales record in the US. B．Print publishing is not friendly to the environment. C．Digital reading is more popular than paper reading. D．Printing books costs more than producing e-readers. 9．Which aspect of digital devices has the largest impact on the environment? A．Its transportation B．Its waste management. C．Its production process. D．Its recycling programs. 10．According to the text, it is better to choose digital reading if you______. A．read a lot B．hardly take notes C．enjoy reading at night D．only read books out of need 11．What is the most suitable title for the text? A．Why Should We Choose Digital Reading? B．How Does Print Publishing Affect the Environment? C．Will Traditional Print Reading Disappear in the Future? D．Which is Better for the Environment, Paper Books or E-readers? Passage 4 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州高级中学・期末） For years, scientists have debated whether humans or the climate have caused the population of large mammals to decline dramatically over the past several thousand years. A new study from Aarhus University confirms that climate cannot be the explanation. About 100,000 years ago, the first modern humans migrated out of Africa in large numbers. They were very good at adapting to new habitats, and they settled in almost every kind of landscape — from deserts to jungles to the icy taiga in the far north. Part of the success was human’s ability to hunt large animals. With clever hunting techniques and specially built weapons, they perfected the art of killing even the most dangerous mammals. But unfortunately, the great success of our ancestors came at the expense of the other large mammals. It is well-known that numerous large species went extinct during the time of worldwide colonization by modern humans. Now, new research from Aarhus University reveals that those large mammals that survived also experienced a dramatic decline. By studying the DNA of 139 living species of large mammals, scientists have been able to show that the abundances of almost all species fell dramatically about 50,000 years ago. This is according to Jens-Christian Svenning, a professor and head of the Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Ecological Dynamics in a Novel Biosphere (ECONOVO) at Aarhus University and the initiator of the study. “We’ve studied the evolution of large mammalian populations over the past 750,000 years. For the first 700,000 years, the populations were fairly stable. But 50,000 years ago, the populations fell dramatically and never recovered,” he says, and continues: “For the past 800,000 years, the globe has fluctuated (波动) between ice ages and interglacial periods about every 100,000 years. If the climate was the cause, we should see greater fluctuations when the climate changed 50,000 years earlier.But we don’t. Humans are, therefore, the most likely explanation.” 12．What do the underlined words “the success” mean in Paragraph 3? A．The evolution of large mammals. B．The prosperity of various habitats. C．The achievement of human migration. D．The progress in hunting techniques. 13．According to Svenning, what happened 50,000 years ago? A．Populations of large mammals significantly dropped. B．Living conditions of large mammals remained stable. C．Global climate dramatically changed. D．A large number of glaciers suddenly melt. 14．What’s used as a clue of the research according to the last two paragraphs? A．Species. B．Place. C．Time. D．Climate. 15．Which can be a suitable title for the text? A．Climate Impact on Animals B．Changes of Prehistoric Environment C．Evolution of Large Mammal Populations D．Human Influence on Giant Mammals Passage 5 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州老窖天府中学・期末） On a windy day, 40 middle-school students stand by the Harlem River in New York City. Their teacher, Mr. White, pulls a metal cage out of the river. Inside are clusters of oysters (牡蛎). The last time they were here, the oysters were babies. The students’ job is to measure how much the oysters have grown and test the river water for pollutants. They will report their findings to researchers at the Billion Oyster Project (BOP). Why work so hard? To make the city’s waterways healthy again. Oysters are important for the underwater community they share with plants, fish, and other life. So they are also called a keystone species. If a keystone species disappears, other plants and animals may die out. That’s exactly what happened 100 years ago in New York Harbor. Before then, lots of oysters lived here. The oysters were delicious — maybe too delicious. By the early 1900s, people were eating them faster than they could grow. The oysters were in trouble for another reason. Pollution was pouring into the waters of the growing city, and few types of animals could live in it. Since the 1970s, new laws have helped reduce toxic(有毒的) waste. Some fish started to swim through again. But oysters were still missing — until recently. The BOP began in 2014 to help bring oysters back to New York Harbor. So far, students and volunteers have placed about 25,000,000 oysters into the harbor. “The oysters definitely look much bigger now,” says a student named Kelly. Taking turns, the kids measure all the oysters, then compare notes. The biggest oyster is over 2 inches long, much bigger than a healthy size for its age. As more oysters grow, the water should become clearer. Also, other animals should move in. Finally, the students put the oysters back in the cage. Mr. White lowers it into the river. When the oysters are big enough, they will be moved to the middle of the harbor. For today, everyone agrees: the future is looking bright for New York Harbor. 16．Why are oysters called a keystone species? A．They grow quickly. B．They are delicious. C．They support underwater life. D．They are able to resist pollution. 17．What was the problem with oysters over a century ago? A．A period of disappearance. B．Over- consumption by people. C．Lack of clean and safe habitat. D．Competition with other species. 18．What’s the goal of the Billion Oyster Project? A．To grow more oysters. B．To collect useful data. C．To protect water plants. D．To restore waterways. 19．What may be the future outlook for New York Harbor? A．Promising. B．Uncertain. C．Disappointing. D．Unchanged. Passage 6 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第五中学・期末） "What kind of rubbish are you?" This question might normally cause anger, but in Shanghai it has become a special "greeting" among people over the past week. On July 1st, the city introduced strict trash-sorting regulations （条例〉that are required to follow and expected to be used as a model for our country. Residents must divide their waste into four separate categories and toss （投放）it into specific public dustbins. They must do so at specified times, when monitors are present to ensure correct trash-tossing and to ask the nature of one's rubbish. Individuals who fail to follow the regulations face the possibility of fines and worse. They could be punished with fines of up to 200 yuan （ $ 29）. For those who repeat to go against them, the government can add black marks to their credit records, making it harder for them to get bank loans or even buy train tickets. Shanghai government is responding to an obvious environmental problem. It generates 9 million tons of garbage a year, more than London's annual output, which is rising quickly. But like other cities in China, it lacks a recycling system. Instead, it has relied on trash pickers to sift （筛选）through the waste, picking out whatever can be reused. This has limits. As people get wealthier, fewer of them want to do such dirty work. The waste, meanwhile, just keeps piling up. Many residents appear to support the idea of recycling in general but are annoyed by the details. Rubbish must be divided according to whether it is food, recyclable, dry or harmful, the distinctions among which can be confusing, though there are apps to help work it out. Some have complained about the rules concerning food waste. They must put it straight in the required public bins, forcing them to tear open plastic bags and toss it by hand. What they complain most is the short periods for dropping trash, typically a couple of hours, morning and evening. Along with the monitors at the bins, this means that people go at around the same time and can keep an eye on what is being thrown out； no one wants to look bad. 20．What do we know about the trash-sorting regulations in Shanghai? A．They are the first of their kind. B．They are tied to one's bank account. C．They have the highest fines. D．They're aided by monitors. 21．Why has Shanghai introduced the trash-sorting regulations? A．There are fewer and fewer trash pickers. B．It aims to build a new recycling system. C．It faces more and more serious garbage problems. D．People throw the rubbish here and there. 22．What makes the residents upset most about the regulations? A．Limited time for tossing the trash. B．Confusing distinction among the categories of trash. C．Being fined due to improper behavior. D．Being watched by monitors when throwing the garbage. 23．What can be the best title for the text? A．A Good Way of Trash-sorting B．A New Era of Garbage Classification C．A Great Time in Dealing with Litter D．An Effective Solution to Rubbish Problem Passage 7 （25-26 高二上・四川成都实验外国语学校） Buying furniture is easier than ever. You can even order a new table and chairs online without ever leaving home. But did you ever think about how furniture is made? The process begins with trees but now researchers have found a better way: growing it in a lab instead of a forest. Instead of cutting down trees and adding to deforestation, Velásquez-Garcia said, “If you want a table, then you should just grow a table.” The research group found a way to actually grow plant tissue (组织) — wood and fiber — in a lab that is similar to the way cultured meat is grown. While there is still a long way to actually grow a table, the team was able to grow structures from cells from zinnia leaves. This approach to “growing” materials opens up unique possibilities. Lab-grown wood can be handled to take on any shape, like 3D printing, so it may be possible to build a table without glue or screwing parts together. Beyond these immediate advantages, lab wood offers a more significant environmental benefit. Making furniture and other items from biomaterials could eliminate cutting down trees in forests. “The way we get these materials hasn’t changed in centuries and is very inefficient,” said Velásquez- Garcia. “This is a real chance to avoid all that inefficiency.” Beckwith, a mechanical engineering PhD student, was inspired by a visit to a farm to try to make land- use more efficient and environmentally sound. “That got me thinking: Can we be more strategic about what we’re getting out of our process? Can we get more outputs for our inputs?” she told MIT News. “I wanted to find a more efficient way to use land and resources so that we could let more farmlands remain wild, or to remain lower production but allow for greater biodiversity.” Today, the two largest uses of trees are to make wood products and paper. When new biomaterials become readily available, forests will lose their economic value and will be preserved for their environmental, health, and recreational value. These researchers, like Velásquez- Garcia, are speaking for the trees. 24．What can we know about lab-grown wood according to the passage? A．It has been used on a large scale to produce furniture. B．Its production principle is comparable to that of cultured meat. C．Its primary benefit is to make furniture cheaper for consumers. D．Its production process is less efficient than the traditional way. 25．What does the underlined word “eliminate” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Remove. B．Require. C．Risk. D．Delay. 26．What can be inferred from the last paragraph? A．New materials will completely replace all uses of wood. B．The researchers are protesting against the paper industry. C．Forests will be managed for sustainable wood production. D．Forests are currently valued mostly for their economic returns. 27．What is the primary purpose of the passage? A．To promote a new way of buying furniture. B．To advocate for the preservation of forests. C．To introduce a new way of growing wood. D．To describe how wood products are made. 话题2 社会问题与社会现象 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川绵阳南山中学） Those who had the pleasure of watching Benny Goodman at work saw a rather ordinary-looking man in rimless glasses and a conservative business suit; but they also saw a human being who could play the clarinet(单簧管) like no one before or since. This made Benny Goodman a unique individual. Other Americans who have stood out from the flock include Joe DiMaggio, Beverly Sill, Ernest Hemingway and Jonas Salk. They, like Benny Goodman, were recognized and honored for no other reason than excellence. It is doing something better than other people that makes us unique. Yet a surprising number of people still see individuality as a surface thing. They wear garish clothes, dye their hair strange colors and decorate their skin with tattoos to make some kind of social statement. But an ordinary guy who has dyed his hair purple or orange is nothing more than the same person with a funny-looking head. The whole purpose of individuality is excellence. Those who invent, who improvise(即兴发挥), who know more about a subject than other people do, and who take something that doesn’t work and make it work––these people are the very soul of capitalism. Charles Kettering didn’t like the idea of cranking a car to make it start, so he invented the electric starter. Henry Ford figured out the assembly-line technique and made it possible to mass-produce automobiles, and Elisha Otis, inventor of the elevator, indirectly created the city sky-line. These people understood that individualism means working at the top of one’s capacity. The ones with the purple hair and the funky jewelry are just along for the ride, trying to be “different” and not knowing how to go about it. The student who earns straight A’s on his report card has grasped the idea and has found the real meaning of individuality. So has the youngster who has designed his own spaceship, who gives piano recitals, who paints pictures of the world around him. Benny Goodman understood it too. This is why he was at his best, blowing his clarinet, in a blue suit and black shoes. 1．The author mentions the appearance of Benny Goodman to _________. A．show what a talented musician should look like B．introduce an important figure in the musical world C．contrast with his talent in music performance D．indicate that he can’t stand out from the flock 2．The author would most probably agree that _________. A．an individualist tends to seek difference both in character and appearance B．the essence of individualism lies in pursuing excellence to the full C．being different in appearance is the very first step to being individual D．those who strive to win the recognition of others are real individualists 3．According to the passage, which individual’s actions may not truly embody the essence of individualism? A．A scientist who conducts research solely advancing knowledge for the greater good rather than for personal recognition. B．A social media influencer who conforms to popular opinions to maintain a large following. C．An artist who creates unique works but fail to gain fame and recognition from others. D．An entrepreneur who prioritizes ethical considerations over profit in his business practices. 4．For the main thread, the article is organized by way of __________. A．specific to general B．cause and effect C．examples and conclusion D．comparison and contrast Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川资阳安岳中学・期末） When parents discover their children have lied to them for the first time, it can often come as a shock to find their little treasures are capable of such a trick. But new research has suggested many parents may not even notice many of the lies their children tell them. Psychologists have discovered that most parents are over-confident in their children's honesty and this may impair their ability to discover a lie. The findings may help to explain why some parents seem to be willing to let their children get away with(未受惩罚) almost anything even in the face of the evidence. They say parents suffer from a“truth bias(偏见)” with their own youngsters, but when faced with lies from other people's children, they have less difficulty telling if a statement is true or not. Dr Angela Evans, a psychologist at Brock University in Canada, said,“The close relationship that parents share with their own children may lead to parents failing to detect their children's lies. Parents' truth bias may result in parents being less doubtful about their children, allowing them to successfully cheat them.”Most children are thought to start lying as early as two years old but start telling more believable lies at around the age of four years old. Learning how to lie is considered as a key part of cognitive(认知的) and social development in children. But many parents are shocked when their children start lying to them. In their study, Dr Evans and her colleagues filmed 108 children aged between 8 and 16 as they performed a test after being asked not to look at the answers. They were then asked afterwards if they had looked, with 50 truthfully denying looking, 49 lying about looking and 9 admitting to looking. Videos of those denying looking were then shown to 152 parents of children aged 8 to 16, 80 of whom had children who had taken part in the test. The researchers found that the parents were less able to spot lies told by their own children than by other people's children. 5．What does the underlined word“impair”in Paragraph 2 mean? A．show B．develop C．damage D．recognize 6．When lying to their parents, children can't be easily found because ________. A．their parents pretend not to see the lies B．their parents aren't prepared for the lies C．they are very good at hiding their lies D．they know how to lie to their parents 7．What does Dr Evans want to find about children's lying? A．What makes parents lose trust in their children B．What causes children to tell lies to their parents C．What makes parents fail to see their children's lies D．What affects children's relations with their parents 8．What can be inferred from Dr Evans's study in the last two paragraphs? A．Parents tend to protect their own children B．Lying is a part of children's development C．Children aged 8 to 16 are very likely to tell lies D．Parents can judge lies told by children of others more easily Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川自贡第一中学・期末） People thoughtlessly make other people into social media content. If you want to explain this problem, you only draw more attention to something that shouldn’t be happening in the first place. On a regular basis, a photo or a video will be posted on some social media in which a totally ordinary person doing a totally ordinary thing is removed from all context. And if you look at the numbers on the post, you’ll find that the post has been viewed by a million people. This is a predictable result of everybody having a camera with them at all times. Who hasn’t wished they had a camera to document the amazing “small person walking huge dog” moment they enjoyed? Curiosity happens, and surprise happens. But if you are purely using someone as a curiosity, why don’t you say, “Can I take your picture?” Deep down you know the person might not want you to. Should we walk around with our head down, ignoring the world of amusing strangeness around us? Of course not. We’re far enough into the “practically everybody has a camera” age that we know how it goes, and how we just never know when our small post will become a big deal. To preserve privacy, you can put digital stickers over somebody’s face. You can also offer descriptions in different ways instead of showing photos. Bear in mind: Standing there with your phone out taking a picture of people who are innocently eating lunch might seem strange to some people, And one of them might also have a phone. 9．What is the predictable result of easy camera access? A．People become more interested in others. B．People are more likely to enjoy amusing events. C．Amazing situations can be recorded without worry. D．Posts of ordinary people can unexpectedly become hot. 10．Why might people not ask strangers for permission before taking photos? A．They want natural shots. B．They are afraid of being refused. C．They intend to surprise strangers. D．They’re unwilling to bother strangers. 11．What does the author suggest we do to protect privacy in online photos? A．Cover faces with digital stickers. B．Ask for permission before posting. C．Post photos with rich descriptions. D．Pay no attention to what happens around. 12．What attitude does the author probably hold to taking photos of people eating in public? A．Objective. B．Unconcerned. C．Favorable. D．Disapproval. Passage 4 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州泸化中学・期末） Billions will be spent trying to deal with a bargain in the approach to Christmas. But as close attention turns to whether or not the deals on offer are real discounts, instead of marketing tricks, spare a thought for the thousands of extra deliveries that will be made and the resulting crowding and blockage, CO2 emissions (释放), and stress that this shopping holiday creates. Demand for more drivers highlights the highly seasonal nature of shopping, with similar increases on Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day and the run up to Christmas. Although the industry is constantly learning from past mistakes to better serve customers, it neglects extremely important energy, ability to move around and health issues. Behind the scenes, the basic equipment that makes all this online shopping possible is huge—the extra delivery vans add to already crowded and blocked roads, and drivers suffer from stress and tiredness. Seasonal shopping events like Black Friday harm people and the planet. One medium-sized business in London recently told us that roughly 75% of the goods received by its front desk in the run up to Christmas were personal parcels. Extremely importantly, in a hub-and-spoke (辐射状的)model, not only do these parcels arrive from different vans travelling long distances from different warehouses, but delivery results in travelling on some of the most precious, crowded and blocked and polluted streets in London—simply to service online shopping preferences. At this early stage of the next evolution of shopping, it is important that we consider the benefits and broader societal costs of different shopping and delivery options. Or else we risk hard-wiring in a set of expectations fighting with our responsibilities to cut carbon and improve air quality in cities. 13．What can we know about the result of extra holiday delivery? A．It creates less pleasure. B．It produces more CO2 emissions. C．It makes people crowd in the shops. D．It makes the drivers earn more money. 14．What can we infer about the drivers in Paragraph 2? A．They harm the people and the planet. B．They are needed less on Mother’s Day. C．They lead to crowded and blocked roads. D．They feel exhausted during the holiday shopping delivery. 15．Which of the following can best replace the underlined word “highlights”? A．Emphasizes. B．Suggests. C．Recommends. D．Challenges. 16．What is the text mainly about? A．The benefits of holiday shopping. B．The concerns about the holiday shopping delivery. C．The stress and tiredness caused by the holiday shopping. D．The holiday shopping’s influence on society and environment. Passage 5 （25-26 高二上・四川成都实验外国语学校） Kids are even more in the pocket of social media companies than we think. Many of them have handed over their online free will to their phones. For them, the only acceptable online environment is the one designed by big tech algorithms (算法). As children’s free time and imagination become more and more tightly joined to social media, we need to understand that uncontrolled access to the Internet comes at a cost. This spring, I visited a group of high school students in Connecticut to have a conversation about the role that social media plays in their daily lives and in their mental health. More children today report feeling depressed, lonely, and disconnected than ever before. There are countless problems with children and teenagers using social media. What the kids I spoke to did not know is that these algorithms have been designed in a way that unavoidable makes and keeps users unhappy. Social media companies know that content that generates negative feelings holds our attention longer than that which makes us feel good. If you are a teenager feeling bad about yourself, your social media feed will keep delivering you videos and pictures that are likely to produce negative feelings. Moreover, the high schoolers with whom I met revealed a hidden result of teenagers’ growing addiction to social media: the death of exploration and discovery. Algorithmic recommendations now do the work of discovering and pursuing interests, finding community, and learning about the world. Kids today are, simply put, not learning how to be curious, critical adults — and they don’t seem to know what they’ve lost. Left unaddressed, this will trap a generation in passive consumption and endless dissatisfaction. We should take some measures. We must inspire young people to answer a fundamental question: does true satisfaction come from machines doing our work, or from the human work of searching and discovering? 17．What can we learn about social media companies from paragraph 1? A．They have a great impact on kids. B．They earn a lot of money from kids. C．They make kids hand over their phones. D．They provide necessary services to kids. 18．Why do social media companies prefer content that generates negative feelings? A．Because it is more effective at keeping users’ attention. B．Because it enhances users’ satisfaction with their products. C．Because it encourages users to process negative emotions. D．Because it is easier and cheaper to produce negative content. 19．According to the author, what is the consequence of children’s addiction to social media? A．A drop in their academic performance. B．A feeling of less depression and loneliness. C．The decline in their ability to explore and discover. D．The failure to find community and learn about the world. 20．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Digital Advances: Boosting Teen Well-being B．Financial Gain: Profiting from Social Media C．The Algorithmic Trap: Harming Young minds D．Teenagers’ Battle: Fighting Social Media Addiction 话题3 个人经历 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川绵阳南山中学・期末） Growing up in Ukraine, Vadim didn’t know what it was like to live in a safe, stable home. His parents were alcoholics who would often beat him. They’d even stuff him into a wine container, breaking his little body and leaving only a small opening at the top so he could breathe and see — but only just a little. By the time Vadim turned 9, he was living in an orphanage (孤儿院). Unfortunately, as is the case with far too many little ones, his life only got worse there. Not only was he hurt, but he was placed in a room on the third floor, making it impossible to get downstairs in a wheelchair. This left Vadim crawling up and down the stairs, an activity that was both physically and mentally exhausting. He’d often be late for meals. If the food wasn’t already gone by the time he arrived, other kids would steal from him. Then, a chain effect began when some special folks visited the orphanage. They told him a story about a spiritual figure who advocated love and forgiveness. This conversation helped the 14-year-old find his faith and, in turn, he had more hope than he ever had before. Today, Vadim is on longer the boy subject to fate. He is a father to his own kids, and his life couldn’t be more different or better. Over the years, he’s discovered a gift for expressing himself through art. This inspired Tim Tebow Foundation, an organization fighting for the most vulnerable (脆弱的) people around the world, to ask if he’d like to create a piece that represented what it looked and felt like for him to have gone from “darkness to light.” The result? A truly remarkable painting that features Vadim, in his wheelchair, leaving behind his old home, including the wine container his parents stuffed him into. His new direction includes a beautiful forest full of fall leaves and bright light, showing the hope he is said to have found in the inspiring story. 1．According to the passage, Vadim’s parents treated him ________. A．abusively B．forgivingly C．thoughtfully D．strictly 2．Why did Vadim crawl up and down the stairs when living in the orphanage? A．Because his little roommates often did damage to his wheelchair. B．Because other children would take his meal without permission. C．Because he couldn’t use the wheelchair to go downstairs from a high floor. D．Because getting downstairs was demanding for him physically and mentally. 3．The phrase “a chain effect ” in paragraph 4 refers to ________. A．an effective treatment for Vadim’s disability B．a series of positive changes occurring in Vadim’s life C．a sense of hope from the story of a spiritual figure D．a helping hand from Tim Tebow Foundation 4．What is the message that Vadim wants to convey in his remarkable painting? A．He admires the beauty and harmony of nature. B．He leads a miserable life with his own kids. C．He excels in delicate painting techniques. D．He says farewell to the past and harvests happiness. Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川自贡第一中学・期末） Today I still remember my first marathon (马拉松). Just one month before it, one of my ankles (脚踝) was injured, which meant I can not run in the following two weeks, leaving me only two weeks to train. Yet, I was determined to go ahead. I remember back to my 7th year in school. In my first P. E. class, the teacher required us to run laps and then hit a softball. I didn’t do very well. He later told me that I was “not athletic”. The idea that I was “not athletic” stuck in my mind for years. When I started running in my 30s, I realized that running was a battle against myself, not about competition or whether I was athletic. It was all about the battle against my own body and mind. A test of my wills! The night before my marathon, I dreamt that I couldn’t even find the finish line. I woke up sweating and nervous, but determined to prove something to myself. Shortly after crossing the start line, my shoe laces (鞋带) became untied. So I stopped to readjust. Not the start I wanted! At mile 3, I passed a sign: “GO FOR IT, RUNNERS!” By mile 17, I became out of breath and the once injured ankle hurt badly. Despite the pain, I stayed the course walking a bit and then running again. By mile 21, I was starving! As I approached mile 23, I could see my husband waving a sign. He is my biggest fan. He never minded the alarm clock sounding at 4 a. m. or questioned my expenses on running. I was one of the final runners to finish. But I finished! And I got a medal. Determined to be myself and move forward, free of shame and (世俗标签), I can now call myself a “marathon winner”. 5．What happened to the author a month before the marathon? A．Her ankle got injured. B．She still ran every day. C．She missed her first marathon. D．Her training was cancelled completely. 6．What’s the purpose of mentioning her P.E. class in her 7th year? A．To bring back her memory. B．To thank her teacher. C．To show she was not good at athletics. D．To introduce her class. 7．What is the husband’s attitude toward the author’s running? A．Supportive. B．Indifferent. C．Opposing. D．Sympathetic. 8．What can we learn from the story? A．Every coin has two sides. B．A winner is one with strong wills. C．Life is a journey, not the destination. D．Family members play an important role. Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川成都邛崃第一中学・期末） Ma Jun, born in 1995 in Ningxia, is the youngest winner of the Junma Awards for Ethnic Literature in the prose (散文)category for his first work, “Qing Bai Shijie”. Despite being wheelchair-bound and facing countless challenges, including a predicted life expectancy of 20, Ma has overcome the difficulties and is now living well at 29. “Qing Bai Shijie” is a five-part collection reflecting on Ma’s life, from childhood to ambitions. The title symbolizes purity and innocence and fights the prejudice (偏见)Ma faced, such as being labeled as receiving “God’s punishment”. In 2016, Ma chose not to attend college to allow his younger brother to continue his education, a decision that led to despair but was later changed by reading Shi Tiesheng’s “Wo Yu Ditan”, which inspired him to pursue writing. Ma’s journey in writing began as a means to find meaning and joy in life. After three years of devotion, he completed his book but faced the challenge of publishing without resources. However, the “Stars of Literature by Chinese Ethnic Writers” project selected his work for publication in 2023, a significant milestone. The Junma Awards, one of China’s major literary prizes, recognized Ma’s talent, and his win was a joyful surprise. Ma’s condition, Spinal Muscular Atrophy(SMA), was diagnosed at27, and with treatment now affordable in China, he manages his disease through regular medical procedures. Ma keeps a daily routine of exercise, reading, and writing, currently working on a novel. He defines himself not by his struggles but as a faithful writer, using literature to connect with the world and inspire hope. His social media profile reads, “Be a faithful writer”, a motto that summarizes his commitment to his career and his life. 9．What do we know about Ma Jun from the first two paragraphs? A．He received some punishment when he was born. B．He won a literature award for people with disabilities. C．He was predicted not to live longer than 30 years old. D．He chose the title to imply his struggle against prejudice. 10．Why did Ma Jun give up attending college in 2016? A．He was not interested in higher education. B．He wanted to focus on his writing career. C．He faced both financial difficulties and health issues. D．He accepted his role model Shi Tiesheng’s advice. 11．What’s Ma Jun’s current situation? A．He devotes himself to writing and his life. B．He defines himself by his physical struggles. C．His disease of SMA can’t be treated in China. D．His writing is focused on social media connections. 12．Which of the following words best describe Ma Jun? A．Creative and intelligent. B．Determined and hopeful. C．Ambitious and hard-working. D．Knowledgeable and optimistic. Passage 4 （25-26 高二上・四川射洪中学） Since Jack Anderson was a child, he has been deeply interested in Chinese culture. When Jack was ten years old, he watched a documentary about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The ideas of natural healing (治愈) and balance in the body immediately fascinated him. From then on, he decided to learn more about TCM. He saved his pocket money to buy books about Chinese herbs, acupuncture, and other treatments, studying the basics on his own. As Jack grew older, his passion for TCM became stronger. After finishing high school, he decided to travel to China to learn Traditional Chinese Medicine. He attended a well-known TCM school in Beijing. The study there was very demanding. Every day, Jack attended lectures on Chinese medical theory and practiced acupuncture and herbal medicine under the guidance of experienced teachers. Although the studies were difficult and sometimes confusing because of many differences, Jack worked hard and never gave up. In the beginning, Jack faced many challenges communicating with his teachers and classmates, as he did not know much Chinese. However, he learned important medical terms in Chinese, such as “zhong yi” (Chinese medicine), “zhen jiu” (acupuncture), and “cao yao” (herbs). With continuous effort, he gradually improved his language skills and better understood the lessons. After years of careful study and practice, Jack became skilled in many aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He learned how to diagnose (诊断) illnesses by observing patients’ pulse and tongue and how to treat various conditions using acupuncture and herbal medicine. He often took part in TCM workshops and received recognition for his knowledge. When Jack returned to the United States, he wanted to share the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine with his local community. He opened a small clinic where he treated patients patiently using acupuncture, herbal medicine, and other natural methods. Many people in his town began to trust and appreciate the treatments he provided. 13．What inspired Jack Anderson to study TCM? A．A trip to China when he was young. B．A film that introduced him to TCM. C．His parents’ recommendation of TCM. D．A book about TCM he found in a library. 14．Which words can best describe Jack Anderson? A．Curious and determined. B．Energetic and flexible. C．Generous and respected. D．Athletic and accessible. 15．What made Jack’s study in China challenging at first? A．Language barriers in class and life. B．Strict teachers and high tuition fees. C．Limited chances to practice medicine. D．Unfamiliar culture and local customs. 16．What is the best title for the text? A．The Challenges of Learning TCM B．A Foreigner’s Introduction to TCM C．A Journey to Master and Promote TCM D．The Benefits of TCM in Modern Society 话题4 动植物 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川自贡第一中学・期末） Mountain lions in the Santa Monica Mountains are showing remarkable adaptability by adjusting their activity patterns, according to a new study. The study, led by University of California Davis researcher Ellie Bolas, tracked 22 mountain lions in the region. The findings show that mountain lions living in areas with higher human presence are becoming more nocturnal(夜行性) to minimize interactions with humans. This is different from those living far away from people, who still hunt and play at sunrise and sunset like they used to. This behavioral adaptation allows these large wild animals to successfully coexist in one of the world’s largest urban(城市) areas. The study identified interesting differences in activity patterns. Female mountain lions showed more activity during daylight hours to stay away from male lions that might threaten their babies. The most nocturnal behavior was observed in two male lions living in areas with high human activity and development. These behavioral changes demonstrate the cats’ natural tendency to avoid human contact rather than become habituated to people. Seth Riley, branch chief for wildlife at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, notes that these adaptations reflect subtle(微妙的) ways humans impact wildlife beyond direct threats like the vehicle hitting them. The research team recommends that humans also adapt their own behavior to support coexistence. They suggest people should be more careful while driving at night and be aware that dawn and dusk remain active periods for mountain lion movement. “This flexibility we see in mountain lion activity is what allows us to share these natural areas together. Mountain lions are doing the work so that coexistence can happen,” explains Bolas. The study highlights the need for continued human effort in conservation. As Bolas notes, “Coexistence is happening, and it’s in large part because of what mountain lions are doing.” 1．Which best describes the activity patterns of mountain lions in remote locations? A．Nocturnal. B．Traditional. C．Changeable. D．Controllable. 2．Why are female mountain lions more active during the daytime? A．To hunt more effectively for babies. B．To enjoy competing with others. C．To avoid encounters with male lions. D．To deal with urban development. 3．What do the researchers advise us to do for mountain lions? A．Get to know their active periods. B．Try to drive in the daytime carefully. C．Reduce human activity in urban areas. D．Relocate them to the undeveloped areas. 4．What is Bolas’ attitude to mountain lions’ being nocturnal? A．Worried. B．Doubtful. C．Unclear. D．Admiring. Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州老窖天府中学・期末） Hearing the speeding cars passing us, I had to focus on the sound of my uncle’s bicycle leading the way. At thirty, with my retinas (视网膜) dying from an eye disease, driving a car was impossible and I couldn’t give up the freedom of riding my bike. Uncle Fred pedalled steadily. I biked a few inches behind. He shouted directions at each intersection. Suddenly, his voice rose with urgency, “Carol, stop! A car is turning.” When we reached our destination, my shoulders ached from the ride. As I sat next to Uncle Fred, he cleared his throat and said, “Carol, did you think about getting a trained Seeing Eye dog? It can give you independence.” He knew I was afraid of dogs. Words stuck in my throat. But his voice cracked and planted the seed of an idea. My world shrunk as my blindness grew worse. Luckily, I had a good sense of direction, allowing me to visualize neighborhood routes. This skill could be an advantage when working with a dog. After calculating, I finally called the guide dog school. The admission application arrived, but I still wasn’t sure. One day, I phoned my friend Robert, a longtime guide dog user in my town. He shared his positive experiences. Somehow, his words convinced me to give it a try. During the training, the dog trainer’s coaching and each successful walk with the dogs built my confidence. As my guide dog Misty and I bonded, my shoulders relaxed. When I returned home, Uncle Fred was the first to meet Misty. Misty sat at our feet waving her tail. She must have picked up on the positive energy that circled us like a hug. Misty drove away my anxiety as I slowly opened my heart to her. Just as Uncle Fred had predicted, overcoming my fear gave me the opportunity for more independence. My new confidence came from using a guide dog, allowing me to walk tall. Uncle Fred’s advice moved my sense of joy from my bike to my dog. 5．What drove the author to ride a bike? A．Getting prepared for driving a car. B．Treating her disease by taking exercise. C．Getting familiar with noisy background. D．Enjoying the freedom of moving around. 6．How did the author react to her uncle’s suggestion? A．She thought it worth a try. B．She drew up a practical plan. C．She was stuck in desperation. D．She refused it for fear of dogs. 7．Why did the author call Robert? A．To invite him to adopt a dog. B．To ask him about the application. C．To encourage him to be positive in life. D．To consult him about taking a guide dog. 8．What change did Misty bring to the author? A．She became confident about fighting the illness. B．She became more attached to her uncle for help. C．She gained her independence with Misty’s help. D．She formed her community of guide dog trainers. Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第二中学・期末） Tasked with photographing one of the world’s most precious big cats, you go deep into the jungle of Southeast Asia and set up a camera trap. Back at base camp, you look through the images it captures, identifying monkeys, otters and finally, what you have been searching for: the mysterious clouded leopard. All this, without having to leave the comfort of your own home. A new mobile game, turns one of the largest-ever wildlife camera trap studies into a playable experience. The idea is that by letting players take on the role of a researcher in a real scientific study, the game helps people to better understand wildlife conservation science. The game is based on an ongoing, decade-long camera trap study by professor David Macdonald and his team at the Wildlife Conservation Research Unit at the University of Oxford. The hope is that games can provide new ways for people to engage with endangered animals. “If you don’t have any encounter or experience with elements of nature, then what motivation can you have to take a personal interest in it?” says Macdonald. “ I think that detail of understanding brings a great investment in wanting to see a good outcome.” It uses real photographs from the study and allow players to identify species within this rapidly worsening environment. “ Of course, everyone loves attractive photography but there’s something just incredibly raw and real about capturing these animals’ moments,” says Macdonald. “I would like to think that engagement with this game will lead to a feeling of value, which will affect how they think about nature,” says Macdonald. “So, in that sense, we’d like to be part of a revolution on how people view the role of humanity, alongside the wider environment.” 9．What is the purpose of the first paragraph? A．To present a finding. B．To lead to the topic. C．To advertise a game. D．To demonstrate photographing in the wild. 10．What is the main idea of Paragraph 4? A．The reason for using real photographs in the game. B．The present situation of the natural environment. C．The way of making the photos more appealing. D．The original source of the real photographs. 11．Which of the following is NOT the benefits of the mobile game? A．It popularizes the knowledge about the science of wildlife protection. B．It offers new methods for developing links with endangered species. C．It influences people to reflect on more about man and nature. D．It raises funds for the future research into wildlife. 12．What is Macdonald’s attitude towards the mobile game? A．Doubtful B．Disapproving C．Positive D．Indifferent 话题5 阅读 Passage 1 （24-25 高二上・四川资阳安岳中学・期末） If you’re looking for a new way to enjoy reading, joining a book club subscription can be a fun experience. Unlike traditional book clubs, modern virtual book clubs operate via subscriptions that send new books monthly. Here are several best book clubs. Brilliant Books is a unique “long-distance local bookstore”. It has an online platform and physical store, offering various books and audiobooks. From bestsellers to young adult fiction and children’s literature, each monthly book is handpicked from their independent bookstore. With diverse subscriptions, flexible schedules, and satisfaction guarantees, it’s a top pick among book clubs. 5-star rated. Once Upon a Book Club presents a monthly adventure, mainly for women 18⁺ and young adult readers. Boxes contain a newly published book (paperback or hardcover) and three to five gifts tied to story pages. Genres like romance and mystery are available. Price varies from $49/ month to $570/ year. There are hints provided regarding the shipments and an option to pause them. 4.4-star ratings. Gifts enhance reading. Book of the Month, operating since 1926, offers a of the Month monthly selection of five to seven books or audio-books across various genres. You can choose your preferred one for this month. First-month booking at sign-up is $5, then $15-$20/ month with free shipping. It has flexible plans, free skips, loyalty rewards like a bag after 12 shipments, add-on options, a 4.1-star average, and is a competitive, flexible choice despite some price concerns. 1．What do we know about Brilliant Books? A．It was started in 1926. B．It has its own independent bookstore. C．It gives different gifts to encourage reading. D．It provides free shipping for loyal customers. 2．What’s the least to pay for the subscription of Book of the Month Club for a year? A．$60. B．$170. C．$180. D．$240. 3．Which section of a magazine is the text probably taken from? A．Fashion. B．People. C．Opinions. D．Books. Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州高级中学・期末） Back in my childhood days, I lived in a small town that had a Carnegie library. Every week, without fail, I would make a visit to this library to borrow three books. One of the most defining aspects of my life has been the challenge of living with a stammer(口吃). It’s a condition that can be incredibly burdensome and distressing, particularly if you happen to be a teenager. However, it turned out to be beneficial in shaping me into a female writer in my later life. Because of my stammer, the library became my favorite place. To me, it was more than just a building; it was a shelter where I could escape into the pages of countless stories and communicate with the world without the fear of being judged. Without distraction from the outside world, I eagerly absorbed knowledge about various subjects, from science fiction to history, from biographies to poetry. Each book was a stepping stone, leading me further into the vast ocean of knowledge and imagination. As I grew older, my love for reading evolved into a passion for writing. I began to pen my own stories. My stammer, which had once been a source of frustration, became a catalyst (催化剂) for creativity. It forced me to choose my words carefully, to think before I spoke, and to write with intention. The library, with its endless rows of books and the quiet hum of other readers, was my classroom. It taught me that stories have the power to change lives, to transport us to different worlds, and to help us understand ourselves and others. It was there, in that small town library, that I discovered the writer within me. And it was that discovery that shaped my future, leading me to a career where I could share my own stories and, hopefully, inspire others as I had been inspired. 4．How did stammer influence the author? A．It stopped her from making friends. B．It contributed to her writing career. C．It brought her joy of talking to writers. D．It had a bad effect on her school performance. 5．What can we know about the author from Paragraph 3? A．She read a wide range of books. B．She put up a shelter in the library. C．She feared to communicate with people. D．She once worked as a part-time librarian. 6．What does the last paragraph mainly talk about? A．The benefits of sharing stories. B．The procedure for becoming a writer. C．The reasons why the author loves books. D．The significance of the library to the author. 7．Which of the following words best describe the author? A．Curious and outgoing. B．Humorous and positive. C．Hardworking and persistent. D．Talented and warmhearted. Passage 3 （24-25 高二上・四川泸州三校联盟） Given the astonishing potential of AI to transform our lives, we all need to take action to deal with our AI-powered future, and this is where AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence comes in. This absorbing new book by Catriona Campbell is a practical roadmap addressing the challenges posed by the forthcoming AI revolution (变革). In the wrong hands, such a book could prove as complicated to understand as the computer code (代码) that powers AI but, thankfully, Campbell has more than two decades’ professional experience translating the heady into the understandable. She writes from the practical angle of a businessperson rather than as an academic, making for a guide which is highly accessible and informative and which, eventually, will make you feel almost as smart as AI. As we soon come to learn from AI by Design, AI is already super-smart and will become more capable, moving from the current generation of “narrow-AI” to Artificial General Intelligence. From there, Campbell says, will come Artificial Dominant Intelligence. This is why Campbell has set out to raise awareness of AI and its future now — several decades before these developments are expected to take place. She says it is essential that we keep control of artificial intelligence, or risk being sidelined and perhaps even worse. Campbell’s point is to wake up those responsible for AI — the technology companies and world leaders — so they are on the same page as all the experts currently developing it. She explains we are at a “tipping point” in history and must act now to prevent an extinction-level event for humanity. We need to consider how we want our future with AI to pan out. Such structured thinking, followed by global regulation (管理), will enable us to achieve greatness rather than our downfall. AI will affect us all, and if you only read one book on the subject, this is it. 8．What is a feature of AI by Design according to the text? A．It is packed with complex codes. B．It adopts a down-to-earth writing style. C．It is intended for AI professionals. D．It provides step-by-step instructions. 9．What does Campbell strongly recommend people to do about AI development? A．Observe existing regulations on it. B．Reconsider expert opinions about it. C．Make joint efforts to keep it under control. D．Learn from previous experience to slow it down. 10．How does the author introduce AI by Design? A．By comparing it with other similar works. B．By sharing reviews of experts and readers. C．By giving examples of dangers posed by AI. D．By summarizing the main idea and main points. 11．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To recommend a book on AI. B．To honor an outstanding AI expert. C．To clarify the definition of AI. D．To raise awareness of the risks of AI. 话题6 节日 Passage 1 （25-26 高二上・四川德阳第五中学） Each year Canada Chocolate Town celebrates its community’s rich and delicious heritage with its annual Chocolate Fest. This year, this week-long, family-oriented festival is full of different activities, all things chocolate-related. Ca-r-ma Charlotte County Coffee Morning Time: 9: 30 a.m. to 12 noon Location: St. Stephen Town Square Come out and join us for a cup of coffee, tea or juice, delicious home-baked goods and many featuring chocolate. Join the adoption programme — caring for homeless cats — sponsored by Ca-r-ma Charlotte County. Dot’s Delecto Birthday Party Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Boys and Girls Club of Charlotte County Who does St. Stephen love? Dot Larsen! Please join us for chocolate cake and chocolate milk and help celebrate Dot’s birthday. Come and play in our indoor/outdoor playground, have your face painted and enjoy a barbecue to help raise funds for the Barracuda Swim Team. Lucy the Ladybug’s Birthday Party Time: 12 noon to 3 p.m. Location: Kingsbrae Garden, St. Andrews Come to celebrate with Lucy and her friends for a picnic on our front lawn—bring your own picnic or have lunch at our Garden Cáfe. At 2 pm, join Lucy and her friends for an amazing race adventure through the big maze (迷宫) to find treasure in the fantasy garden! Cost: $16/Adult, $12/Students and Seniors, Free/Children 6 and younger. 1．When is it available if you are interested in barbecue? A．9: 30 a.m.. B．2: 30 p.m.. C．11: 30 a.m.. D．3: 00 p.m.. 2．How much should a couple with a girl aged 12 pay to take part in the above activities? A．$22. B．$44. C．$48. D．$32. 3．What’s the author’s purpose of writing the text? A．To introduce a popular festival. B．To raise funds for a swimming team. C．To compare the three activities. D．To appeal to people to care for homeless cats. Passage 2 （24-25 高二上・四川泸县第五中学） You will have a fantastic experience in Quebec. It is full of great festivals for you to enjoy. Carnaval de Québec Carnaval de Quebec is one of the largest winter festivals in the world and welcomes celebrators every February. Its week-long programme is packed with a wide range of activities and attractions to delight all ages, which includes countless shows and a host of winter activities like skating and the classic ice boat race. Festival d’été de Quebec This huge July festival packs in the crowds — and it’s easy to see why. The festival’s 10-day length means it features an extensive programme that ensures there’s something to suit most musical tastes — with acts ranging from rock and pop to hip-hop and rap. As it matches the Quebéc setting, the festival also features a playlist of top French-speaking acts too. ComediHa! Fest-Quebec You’ll have great fun if your visit coincides with (恰逢) this 12-day festival, which brings the laughs every August. Its packed programme of indoor and outdoor shows features everything from top local talent to international acts. The festival, which takes place in Montreal as well as Quebéc City, features no fewer than 500 artists, split between some 350 shows at 15 different venues. So you’ll have every opportunity to slot a show or two during your travels. Festival d’Opera De Québec Those who prefer cultural charms won’t miss out during their Quebec visit. The Festival d’Opera de Quebec is held every July to August — two weeks of concerts and musical performances featuring some big-name artists and shows. Since its launch in 2011, it has marked some major milestones. For further information please click here. 4．Which festival suits a fan for ice sport best? A．Carnaval de Quebec. B．Festival d’été de Quebec. C．ComediHa! Fest-Quebec. D．Festival d’Opera De Quebec. 5．What is special about ComédiHa! Fest-Quebec? A．It lasts the longest. B．It takes place in different cities. C．It is held in early summer. D．It offers wonderful performances. 6．Where is the text most probably taken from? A．A travel website. B．A tour guidebook. C．A geography textbook. D．An entertainment magazine. 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $