专题04 阅读理解之记叙文15篇（北京专用）（高考典例+热点话题练习）-2026届高考英语总复习

专题04 阅读理解之记叙文15篇 (北京专用) 【题型知识点细目表】 题号 难度 知识点 1 适中 记叙文,个人经历,美术与摄影 2 适中 记叙文,生活故事,哲理感悟 3 适中 记叙文,生活故事,个人经历 4 适中 记叙文,励志故事 5 适中 记叙文,家人和亲人 ,生活故事 6 适中 记叙文,个人经历,哲理感悟 7 适中 家人和亲人 ,记叙文 8 较易 记叙文,哲理感悟,家人和亲人 9 较易 记叙文,个人经历,语意转化,逻辑推理 10 适中 记叙文,励志故事,勇敢 11 较易 音乐与舞蹈,记叙文 12 适中 记叙文,个人经历,哲理感悟 13 较易 记叙文,生活故事 14 适中 善行义举（个人）,记叙文,人与动植物 15 适中 记叙文,生活故事 【高考典例】 When I was a little girl, I liked drawing, freely and joyously making marks on the walls at home. In primary school, I learned to write using chalks. Writing seemed to be another form of drawing. I shaped individual letters into repeating lines, which were abstract forms, delightful but meaningless patterns. In secondary school, art was my favourite subject. Since I loved it so much I thought I was good at it. For the art O-level exam I had to present an oil painting. I found it difficult, but still hoped to pass. I failed, with a low grade. I’d been over-confident. Now I’d been declared talentless. But other channels of creativity stayed open: I went on writing poems and stories. Still, I went to exhibitions often. I continued my habitual drawing, which I now characterised as childish doodling (乱画). In my 30s, I made painter friends and learned new ways of looking at art. However, I couldn’t let myself have a go at actually doing it. Though these new friends were abstract painters using oil paints, or were printmakers or sculptors, I took oil painting as the taboo (禁忌) high form I wasn’t allowed to practice.      One night, in my early 40s, I dreamed that a big woman in red approached me, handed me a bag of paints, and told me to start painting. The dream felt so authoritative that it shook me. It was a form of energy, giving me back something I’d lost. Accordingly, I started by experimenting with water colours. Finally, I bought some oil paints. Although I have enjoyed breaking my decades-long taboo about working with oil paints, I have discovered I now prefer chalks and ink. I let my line drawings turn into cartoons I send to friends. It all feels free and easy. Un-anxious. This time around, I can accept my limitations but keep going. Becoming a successful painter calls for being resolute. I realised I was always afraid of wanting too much. That dream reminded me that those fears and desires could encourage me to take risks and make experiments. 1．How did the author feel about the result of the art exam? A．Scared. B．Worried. C．Discouraged. D．Wronged. 2．In her 30s, the author _________. A．avoided oil painting practice B．sought for a painting career C．fancied abstract painting D．exhibited child paintings 3．Which word would best describe the author’s dream? A．Confusing. B．Empowering. C．Disturbing. D．Entertaining. 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．Actions speak louder than words. B．Hard work is the mother of success. C．Dreams are the reflections of realities. D．Creative activities involve being confident. Sitting in the garden for my friend’s birthday. I felt a buzz (振动) in my pocket. My heart raced when I saw the email sender’s name. The email started off: “Dear Mr Green, thank you for your interest” and “the review process took longer than expected.” It ended with “We are sorry to inform you…” and my vision blurred (模糊). The position—measuring soil quality in the Sahara Desert as part of an undergraduate research programme — had felt like the answer I had spent years looking for. I had put so much time and emotional energy into applying, and I thought the rejection meant the end of the road for my science career. So I was shocked when, not long after the email, Professor Mary Devon, who was running the programme, invited me to observe the work being done in her lab. I jumped at the chance, and a few weeks later I was equally shocked—and overjoyed—when she invited me to talk with her about potential projects I could pursue in her lab. What she proposed didn’t seem as exciting as the original project I had applied to, but I was going to give it my all. I found myself working with a robotics professor on techniques for collecting data from the desert remotely. That project, which I could complete from my sofa instead of in the burning heat of the desert, not only survived the lockdown but worked where traditional methods didn’t. In the end, I had a new scientific interest to pursue. When I applied to graduate school, I found three programmes promising to allow me to follow my desired research direction. And I applied with the same anxious excitement as before. When I was rejected from one that had seemed like a perfect fit, it was undoubtedly difficult. But this time I had the perspective (视角) to keep it from sending me into panic. It helped that in the end I was accepted into one of the other programmes I was also excited about. Rather than setting plans in stone, I’ve learned that sometimes I need to take the opportunities that are offered, even if they don’t sound perfect at the time, and make the most of them. 1．How did the author feel upon seeing the email sender’s name? A．Anxious. B．Angry. C．Surprised. D．Settled. 2．After talking with Professor Devon, the author decided to ________. A．criticise the review process B．stay longer in the Sahara Desert C．apply to the original project again D．put his heart and soul into the lab work 3．According to the author, the project with the robotics professor was ________. A．demanding B．inspiring C．misleading D．amusing 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．An invitation is a reputation. B．An innovation is a resolution. C．A rejection can be a redirection. D．A reflection can be a restriction. My name is Alice. Early last year, I was troubled by an anxiety that crippled ( 削弱 ) my ability to do anything. I felt like a storm cloud hung over me. For almost a year I struggled on, constantly staring at this wall that faced me. My perfectionist tendencies were the main root of this: I wanted to be perfect at whatever I did, which obviously in life is not possible, but it consumed me. One day, I attended a presentation by wildlife conservationist Grant Brown at my high school. His presentation not only awed and inspired me, but also helped emerge an inner desire to make a difference in the world. I joined a pre-presentation dinner with him and that smaller setting allowed me to slowly build up my courage to speak one-on-one with him—an idea that had seemed completely impossible. This first contact was where my story began. A month later, Brown invited me to attend the World Youth Wildlife Conference. Looking back, I now see that this would be the first in a series of timely opportunities that my old self would have let pass, but that this new and more confident Alice enthusiastically seized. Shortly after I received his invitation, applications to join the Youth for Nature and the Youth for Planet groups were sent around through my high school. I decided to commit to completing the applications, and soon I was a part of a growing global team of young people working to protect nature. Each of these new steps continued to grow my confidence. I am writing this just six months since my journey began and I’ve realised that my biggest obstacle ( 障碍 ) this whole time was myself. It was that voice in the back of my head telling me that one phrase that has stopped so many people from reaching their potential: I can’t. They say good things come to those who wait; I say: grab every opportunity with everything you have and be impatient. After all, nature does not require our patience, but our action. 1．What was the main cause for Alice’s anxiety? A．Her inability to act her age. B．Her habit of consumption. C．Her desire to be perfect. D．Her lack of inspiration. 2．How did Grant Brown’s presentation influence Alice? A．She decided to do something for nature. B．She tasted the sweetness of friendship. C．She learned about the harm of desire. D．She built up her courage to speak up. 3．The activities Alice joined in helped her to become more ________. A．intelligent B．confident C．innovative D．critical 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．Practice makes perfect. B．Patience is a cure of anxiety. C．Action is worry’s worst enemy. D．Everything comes to those who wait. 【热点话题练习】 In the glittering world of Olympic figure skating, where every move is judged under the harshest of lights, failures can be brutally exposed. It was during one such moment that Mario, a once-promising star, stumbled and fell, his dream crashing down with the thud (砰的一声) of the skate blades on the ice. The initial shock was followed by a deep sense of despair. Doubts crept in, whispering that he might never rise again. Each day seemed darker than the last, as Mario struggled to find his footing in a world that suddenly felt so alien and unforgiving of himself. But within this darkness, Mario began to forgive himself and accept the reality. He remembered the countless hours of training, the sacrifices made, and the love for the sport that had burned so brightly before. Slowly, he picked himself up, dusted off the ice shards of defeat, and began to skate again. This time, it was different. Each fall became a lesson, each mistake an opportunity for growth. He learned to embrace his failures, using them as stepping stones to greater heights. With renewed determination, Mario pushed himself harder, skating with a newfound grace and power. Finally, the day arrived when our hero stepped onto the Olympic ice once more. This time, there was no fear, only focus. As the music swelled and he began his routine, every move flowed with effortless elegance. When the final note rang out, he knew he had done it. This young man had risen from the ashes of failure and embraced success again, stronger and more brilliant than before. As the crowd erupted in applause and the athlete stood center ice, a single tear traced down his cheek. It was a tear of joy, relief, and pride — a testament to the journey he had endured. At that moment, he understood that failure was not the end, but rather a beginning — a chance to rise stronger, wiser, and more determined. And so, Mario smiled, knowing that the road ahead, no matter how bumpy, would be filled with the sweet taste of victory and the knowledge that true success comes from overcoming the toughest challenges. 1．The figure skater felt so unforgiving of himself because . A．he fell and crashed down B．he failed the competition C．he struggled to stand on the ice D．his skate blades tripped on the ice 2．How did the athlete adjust himself back to the ice stage? A．He embraced all the tests to the journey. B．He acknowledged the failure and cheered himself up. C．He practiced more than before and endured all pains and hurts. D．He changed himself into a stronger, smarter and more powerful man. 3．Mario is a young man with the merit of . A．toughness and sentiments B．hard work and elegance C．perseverance and resilience D．generosity and humility 4．What can we learn from this story? A．Failure is the mother of success. B．Chances favor the prepared mind. C．Constant dripping wears away the stone. D．What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. When my mother passed away a few years ago, my father was left alone in the large house they had shared for 50 years. Without her to watch out for him, he was worried about who would find him and help if “something happened.” My sister and I live in other states, so we hit on the idea that Dad could email us every morning when he awoke. Then “the Morning Report” was born. He’s usually up by the crack of dawn, and his half a dozen or so sentences are waiting for me in my inbox when I wake up. If there’s no email, I call him, or my sister does, to make sure everything is fine. The reports have become more than an everyday check though; they’re a sort of diary, a catalyst (催化剂) for more extended conversations, and source of insight into his life. Through these emails, Dad tells us about his routines. He might be heading to the grocery store for bananas, going to his cardiac-rehab (心脏康复) exercise class, or having lunch with friends. Recently he told us, “I’ve climbed halfway up Mount Washington!” Given his age and distance from New Hampshire, such a hike was unlikely. Each email closes with “All my love, Dad.” When my mother was alive, that feeling was normally reserved for her. Now that she is gone, he shares those feelings and his experiences with us. For me, what started as a simple security measure has spawned deeper closeness. I’m grateful my father is still able to manage his computer and the Internet. I know the day will come when he’ll no longer be able to write the reports, and we’ll have to find other ways to keep track of one another. But until then, they are our way of knowing that another normal day has begun. 1．What was the intention of “the Morning Report” at first? A．To rid the father of loneliness. B．To help the father manage his large house. C．To ensure the father’s safety. D．To increase conversations among family members. 2．What can we infer about the father’s life now? A．Though he is busy, he still feels lonely. B．He has totally forgotten his wife. C．He goes hiking with his friends on a regular basis. D．He leads a colorful life. 3．Which of the following best explains “spawned” underlined in paragraph 5? A．Brought about. B．Held back. C．Given in. D．Taken away. 4．What effect do the morning emails have on the family? A．They are fed up with writing emails every day. B．Their family bonds have been strengthened. C．They are still shy to express love to each other. D．The family have decided to live together. Back in 2008, when I was working as a professional astronomer, I was granted two nights on a big telescope onMauna Kea, Hawaii. I remember arriving at the peak of the volcano at dusk, very excited about this incredible opportunity. I went into the brightly lit telescope control room, plugged in my laptop and started preparing for the night of taking data. When it was dawn, I emerged into the sunrise, sleepy-eyed and ready for dinner... or was it breakfast? It was only years later that I realized I’d been to the peak of Mauna Kea and I hadn’t looked up at the night sky with my eyes even once. I now see this disappointing situation was representative of a deeper state of mental difficulty that had affected me like a long, slow sunset. Over my years of immersion in the academic environment, I’d become lost in the world of ideas, disconnected from an emotional, direct experience, and from the wonder and passion that had drawn me into astronomy in the first place. I’ve come to understand that this situation isn’t unique to me. These are typical symptoms of the modern world.So many of us live increasingly disconnected from nature — in the day and nighttime — often lost in the world of ideas, plans or anxieties, with our attention rarely in the here and now. Astrophysics was what led me into the world of ideas and facts, but it was ultimately stargazing in a mindful way that showed me the way back to a more balanced state of mental wellbeing and the wonder of my subjective,very human perspective. When we look with wide-eyed curiosity rather than being preoccupied with facts and expectations, it encourages a state of wonder, which leads to awe. Studies have shown feeling awe on a regular basis is deeply beneficial to our mental health, because it helps us feel connected to something bigger than our everyday view of ourselves. Suddenly, our worries aren’t quite so all important and we start to see ourselves from a different perspective. It’s so easy to think that we’re looking up at the stars. But the truth is we’re in them — made of them inseparable from them. You have grown out of, and are living as part of, this Universe. True, looking at it one way you’re a tiny, seemingly insignificant piece of dust on a remote planet in an unremarkable solar system. But from another perspective, you’re an integral part of the Universe experiencing itself through you own eyes, ears and thoughts. For me this view has facilitated a complete transformation of all mental health and whole life 1．The author felt a sense of _________ the moment he arrived at Mauna Kea. A．tiredness B．anticipation C．regret D．uniqueness 2．The common problem of the modern world is caused by _________ . A．man’s separation from nature and the present B．the wonder about and passion for our careers C．our failure to observe the sky with naked eyes D．years of absorption in endless academic debates 3．How can we carry out “mindful stargazing”? A．By holding fast to science facts and figures. B．By observing stars through an advanced telescope. C．By integrating expectations and views of ourselves. D．By sensing the starry night in an open-minded way. Many parents dream of their children growing up and seeing the world. But Edith Lemay, a mother of four from Canada, worried her children were running out of time to do that. When her first child, Mia, was little, she noticed she would bump into things. In 2018, Mia was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (色素性视网膜炎). “What it does is that the cell in the retina dies over time and they lose their field of vision. There’s a chance they will go completely blind by midlife,” said Lemay. The disease is genetic, meaning Lemay’s other kids were at risk. She soon noticed two of her sons, Collin and Laurent, had the same symptoms. They were soon diagnosed, too. “Of course it was devastating (令人极为震惊的). And when you have a kid, you always have an image of what their future is going to be like and all of a sudden, you get that news and you need to erase that and think it over. And it really is a grieving process,” Lemay said. Lemay wanted to prepare her kids for what was to come and thought about filling their visual memory. In March, Lemay, her husband, and her four kids left Canada and embarked on an epic journey, traveling the globe for a whole year — showing their kids the world, before it is too late. During their trip, Lemay is homeschooling her kids. The family also made a bucket list of fun activities they want to accomplish, so each kid can see their dreams come true. Lemay said her kids are not only making visual memories. They’re also learning important life lessons, like focusing on the positive. “Sometimes they’re tired and there’s frustration. It’s difficult. But with the travel, I want them to be resilient.” “I want them to know that any situation that’s hard is temporary, because through their life, they’ll need lots of resilience,” she said. “They’re going to adapt to a situation with their eyesight and then in a few years later, they’ll lose a chunk of their eyesights and they will have to readapt and adapt again and fall and get back again,” Lemay continued. Many parents want to give their kids the world and this mom did. 1．When was Mia diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa? A．In 2018. B．When she was born. C．When the family started their global trip. D．When she became completely blind. 2．Which of the following is true about the disease retinitis pigmentosa? A．It can be cured with proper treatment. B．It only affects children’s field of vision temporarily. C．It is not a genetic disease. D．It may lead to complete blindness by midlife. 3．Which word can best describe Edith Lemay? A．Helpless. B．Responsible. C．Impulsive. D．Selfish. 4．What can we infer from the passage about Lemay’s kids during the trip? A．They only gained visual memories of the world. B．They dropped out of school and stopped learning. C．They learned to face difficulties with a positive attitude. D．They complained a lot about the tiring and frustrating journey. My uncle George enjoys a simple life — no smartphones, no internet — so communication is limited to in-person and old-school landline phone calls. My uncle and I have always shared a special bond — and my middle name, George, is a point of pride. Still, when I was around 5 years old, I asked my parents what was wrong with him. They said nothing was “wrong” with him exactly, but that Uncle George was mentally disabled. Back in the day, George would periodically ask for my cellphone number and write it down. Ever since then, about once an hour, he calls me 10 times a day, without fail, 365 days a year. Though I love him quite a bit, I answer maybe two of those phone calls a day. Our phone calls always follow the same structure, using one of three fantasy realities, courtesy of (多亏) George’s imagination. In one, he’s my dad and I’m his son. In another, he’s Major Charles Winchester, from the 1970s TV show, and I’m Captain Hunnicutt, reporting for duty. In the last, we’re both lifeguards, strategizing the rescue of a drowning person. When the phone rings, I always say “Hello?” as if I don’t know who is calling. “Hi, George,” I’ll say. “It’s your dad, George” Or, “It’s Major Winchester” Or, “This is Tower 1. Tower 2, can you read me?” We go back and forth in character for about a minute and a half, only breaking the bit to laugh hysterically. Then he’ll go quiet. “You know something, Tommy,” he’ll say. “I’m just calling to say you’re the best guy I know.” “So are you,” I reply. “The two of us” “The two musketeers (火枪手)! All for one and one for all” We both laugh. This conversation has been repeated multiple times a day for years now. At my most stressed and vulnerable, angry and sad — during painful breakups and professional setbacks — that phone call nevertheless rolls in, allowing me to escape reality for a bit and just laugh and act like a kid again. Because George doesn’t understand things at an adult level, it’s impossible for him to comprehend certain aspects of my life, or to truly attune to whether I’m having a good or bad day. Instead, he’s able to bring me the same energy, the same love and acceptance, no matter what. It’s an incredible gift. Because I know that even at my worst, when I feel like I’m drowning, I can count on Uncle George, up there in Tower 1, to call down from his perch through his mighty megaphone and tell me I’m the best guy he knows. It’s an act of love that saves me, just a little bit, every single day. 1．The author uses the “lifeguard” and the “drowning person” as a metaphor to illustrate ________. A．the narrator’s childhood fear of water B．a shared memory between the narrator and his uncle C．the uncle’s role in emotionally “rescuing” the narrator D．the professional setbacks the narrator faces in his career 2．How does the narrator feel about the phone calls from Uncle George? A．Excited and happy. B．Grateful and comforted. C．Annoyed and interrupted. D．Indifferent and bored. 3．How does the author view his uncle’s inability? A．As a source of pity for his uncle’s condition. B．As a significant limitation that frustrates him. C．As a form of acceptance that is ultimately a gift. D．As a reason to keep their conversations very short. Weeks before, Mrs. Spica had assigned an essay about what we would like to be when we grew up. The paper had to be based on an interview with someone of that profession. As she explained the project, I was thinking about my future. I dreamed of being a teacher, a psychologist, or a mailman. “Anthony,” Mrs. Spica said, interrupting my daydreams, “I already got someone for you to interview.” She handed me a piece of paper. “He will give you insight on what it means to be a writer.” I was confused by what had occurred. I remembered when I was a kid, I began a lifelong love affair with books. Each week, I would come home with a book different from the one in the library. I would soon begin to write my own. I was shy and introverted, and I never showed anyone my work. So, when Mrs. Spica asked us to write a short story based on a book that we recently read, I was nervous. My writings were personal. Now, I had to expose my works to others, and my creations would be judged and graded. I felt uneasy. However, I pushed through my discomfort and wrote a story. I was unsure if I was any good, but I got an A+ with a note saying “Have you ever thought about being a writer? You have so much potential.” In general, I am poor at receiving feedback. If it is negative, I end up feeling discouraged. If it is positive, I dismiss the comments as incorrect. So when Mrs. Spica told me all those encouraging words, I could not compute. Then, when the dream job assignment rolled around, she put action behind her encouraging words. Somehow, she found a way for me to connect with one of my favorite authors. All I had to do was call him at the appointed time. I felt my heartbeat quicken as I heard the voice on the other line. We spent the next hour talking about the author’s inspirations for his books, my deep appreciation and tips to improve my writing, but I remember nothing in details. What I do remember is to continue writing. 1．What was the essay assigned by Mrs. Spica about? A．A famous person’s life. B．Skills of writing stories. C．An interview with a writer. D．The student’s dream job. 2．What did the author do when asked to write a story? A．He hesitated to accept it. B．He turned to others for help. C．He avoided showing his ability. D．He borrowed a book from the library. 3．How did the author feel after getting the feedback from Mrs. Spica? A．Uncertain. B．Proud. C．Confident. D．Unconcerned. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Patience awakes passion. B．Challenge motivates ambition. C．Encouragement brings confidence. D．Communication promotes understanding. At 17 years old, most are still learning basic driving skills in America. Once the car is parked, the day is packed with school activities and hanging out with friends. But at 17, Maggie Taraska had a distinctive goal in mind: Fly alone across the United States. Both of Maggie’s parents were retired from the air force, so the urge to fly is in Maggie’s blood. She went to flight school, put in the hours with an instructor and started on her training hours. But on her first takeoff, something didn’t sound right. The plane had lost one of the landing gear wheels. “As soon as I took off, I just heard something was wrong instinctively,” said Maggie. Her instructor talked to her from the ground while she circled a few times to gather herself. “I was frightened, thinking about all the bad things that could have happened; I was thinking about how my parents were on the ground as I knew they were watching.” Stress and panic can cause any of us to make careless decisions. It takes mental practice to calm down. “Take a few breaths, focus on the moment and follow the plan. I panicked a bit, but followed my training.” Maggie was a little shaky as she talked to the tower, but she had a perfect belly landing that skidded on the infield grass. Her father couldn’t be prouder. “By the time I saw Maggie on her approach, it was a better approach than I could have flown,” he said. Cheers erupted in the tower, and Maggie took a deep breath and climbed out of the plane. Credit does go to the crew for talking to her. Yes, we all need someone to talk us through challenging times, but in the end, it was all Magic at the controls. We could all be forgiven for calling it quits after an experience like that. After all, it was a bit distressing. So walking away would be understandable. But five days later, Maggie was going through her pre-flight safety inspections, checking the wings, especially checking the landing gear. “It feels amazing,” she said, “It gives an incredible sense of liberation.” At some point in our lives, we will all be in a situation for the first time. It’s scary. But if you face your fears, the whole world opens up to you. 1．What mainly influenced Maggie’s urge to fly alone? A．Her parents’ background in air force. B．Her experience of school activities. C．Her instructor’s encouragements. D．Her basic driving skills. 2．What did Maggie do when hearing something wrong during takeoff? A．She landed the plane immediately. B．She thought of her parents’ expectation. C．She circled a few times to calm herself down. D．She continued flying as if nothing had happened. 3．Which words would best describe Maggie’s personality? A．Proud and intelligent. B．Positive and cautious. C．Patient and responsible. D．Fearless and determined. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Failure is the mother of success. B．A good beginning is half done. C．Fortune favors the brave. D．Practice makes perfect. If you enter the Goergen Athletic Center, you may hear the rhythmic Latin music of the weekly Zumba class. Here, approximately 30 people gather every week for an hour of Zumba led by Dr. Care Gellin. During the day, Gellin is a pediatrician at Golisano Children’s Hospital. At night though, twice a week she leads Zumba classes, attracting all sorts of people. It’s a trademarked Latinin-spired dance workout. Participants needn’t copy her moves exactly, rather everyone can have fun and move their bodies in whatever way they feel the most comfortable. Gellin was first introduced to Zumba in 2010. While looking for a fun way to work out while recovering from her pregnancy and birth, she accidentally had a Zumba class. A year later, she became a certified Zumba instructor. After teaching at several gyms, Gellin eventually started teaching in the basement of the hospital. Gellin noted that most of her job is centered around education rather than practicing medicine, so she spends lots of time thinking about what safe learning spaces mean. This has translated into her Zumba teaching. While there’re no mistakes in Zumba, there’re unfortunately mistakes in medicine — some with serious consequences. Gellin works on setting up learning so her students can have safety nets to catch them if they make an error in judgment and prevent patient harm. She added, “I love moments when I can tell some of the students have memorized the moves. Every student participates in the class at a different intensity level, so my goal is to present a level that no matter where you are, you have to push yourself.” Zumba is meant to be a workout after all with songs incorporating (包含) more fitness movements. “I’ve been working out since I was 10,” she said, reflecting on all of her past and present activities. “Zumba is probably the most fun of all of them.” 1．How does the author introduce the topic in paragraph 1? A．By giving a definition. B．By providing evidence. C．By describing a scene. D．By making a prediction. 2．What is Zumba designed for according to Gellin? A．An alternative to practicing medicine. B．A fun and comfortable way to work out. C．An activity to attract more participants. D．A challenging course to push the limits. 3．What can we learn about Gellin? A．She has been learning Zumba since she was 10. B．She suffered from depression during pregnancy. C．She asked her students to follow her moves exactly. D．She took security seriously while teaching Zumba. Four years ago, life rewarded me for all the challenges I embraced in search of self-improvement. My spirits rose when I was selected to be in the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) programme and I realized that I was going to spend a full year in the United States. Before that moment, living on the other side of the Atlantic had always equated — for a young Moroccan woman who had never set foot abroad — to an anxiety-free atmosphere, welcoming neighbors, and countless opportunities. Fortunately, my host community checked all these boxes. My host mother went above and beyond to take care of my needs, my teachers were very accommodating with regards to my schoolwork, and I could use my status as an exchange student as an excuse when I needed a favor or an exception. As a YES student, peers from so many diverse backgrounds at school were interested in getting to know me better. With all this unique treatment, I thought to myself, “Hold on a second! Is this what you came for?” Even though my host community was so helpful and welcoming, I realized that I was growing too content with my life. I remembered that I came to the United States for a challenge and that I was determined to strengthen my capacities. To develop greater perseverance, I joined my host school’s swim team, even though I had no prior experience in this sport. For over five months, I walked myself — sometimes reluctantly — to swim practices. During those practices, I did the best I could for three hours each day. One of my best achievements that year was competing in one of the biggest swim meets of the year. From an outsider’s perspective, it might not seem like much, especially since I didn’t even win. However, I was never the athletic type, nor have I ever been particularly outstanding in terms of discipline and commitment. Yet that was exactly what I achieved. I gained discipline and I came to the realization that I do not need to be perfect at everything that I try for the first time. Growth can take many forms. In my case, it took the form of a humid ceiling and an overly tight polyester cap. Growth can only be achieved by defying personal limits and breaking free from comfort zones. This is not always a glamorous process, but it always brings you closer to a new and improved version of yourself. 1．How did the helpful and welcoming community make the author feel? A．She felt her primary goal was neglected. B．She felt free and could do whatever she liked. C．She felt more confident about her life experience. D．She felt stressed and restricted like living in a box. 2．The author’s achievement on the swim team shows that ______. A．athleticism plays a role in swim meets B．growth is about progress, not perfection C．one should be committed to what he is doing D．consistent effort is more important than talent 3．What can we conclude from this passage? A．Rome was not built in a day. B．Where there’s a will, there’s a way. C．A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. D．The grass is always greener on the other side. In a small town located between rolling hills, there lived a girl named Lily, passionate about painting. From a young age, she found comfort in the strokes of her brush, creating vibrant landscapes and amusing creatures. Yet, her fear of judgment kept her art hidden; she painted in secret, each piece a beautiful treasure waiting for the light of day. One rainy afternoon, while seeking shelter, Lily stepped into a local art exhibit at a gallery. The atmosphere was filled with excitement, and the walls displayed colorful pieces that told stories. Despite her anxiety, she felt urged to enter. As she wandered, she overheard the curator(馆长) discussing the power of being honest in art. “Art is not about perfection; it’s about connection,” he said, emphasizing that revealing who we are — flaws and all — is essential. His words struck a chord within her, sparking hope. That night, Lily considered her journey and decided to display her artwork at the upcoming local fair. As the date approached, she poured her heart into preparation, selecting pieces that represented her growth. On the day of the fair, as she set up her booth, excitement mixed with fear. Doubts whispered in her mind, but she knew she had to take this leap. As people wandered by, some paused to admire her work. A stranger was attracted by a sunset painting, and they struck up a conversation. For the first time, Lily felt warmth spreading through her as she shared the story behind the piece. Suddenly, she realized her art resonated with someone else, connecting her experiences to another person. Lily began to embrace her imperfections, viewing honesty as strength. Each conversation grew her confidence, and she no longer feared judgment. Instead, she welcomed it as part of the creative process. Now, as a thriving artist in her community, Lily encourages others to share their voices. She holds workshops, guiding aspiring creators to find joy in their unique expressions. “Art is not about perfection; it’s about connection,” she tells them, echoing the curator’s words. Through her journey, she reminds everyone that our stories, no matter how imperfect, deserve to be shared with the world, as they make us human and truly alive. 1．What prevented Lily from sharing her artwork at first? A．Passion for painting in secret. B．Anxiety about others’ opinions. C．Disinterest in others’ judgment. D．Fear of failure in public display. 2．How did the comment of the curator influence Lily? A．It discouraged her from showing her artwork. B．It made her doubt her ability to create perfect art. C．It convinced her that only perfect pieces deserve to be shown. D．It inspired her to accept flaws and share her artwork. 3．After Lily displayed her artwork, she felt more ______. A．depressed. B．hesitant. C．secure. D．annoyed. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Rome wasn’t built in a day. B．Don’t cry over spilled milk. C．The pen is mightier than the sword. D．Stay true to who you are. Honk if You Love Birds When Ariel Cordova-Rojas rode her bike to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge in Queens, New York, last November, she planned to go hiking and bird-watching. Bingo! A mile into her walk, she spotted a gorgeous female mute swan near the water’s edge. Cordova-Rojas, 30, who had worked at the Wild Bird Fund rehabilitation center in Manhattan, knew that mute swans can be aggressive. But as she approached this one, it didn’t move. She was certain that the bird needed medical attention. Cordova-Rojas draped her jacket over the bird’s head to keep it calm, carefully picked it up, and held it in her arms. And then a thought struck her: What do I do now? Her best bet was the rehab center, but that was across the East River and clear on the other side of town. How was she going to transport a 17-pound swan on her bike all that way? Luckily, some bemused strangers driving by offered her, her bike, and the swan a lift to a nearby subway station. On the subway, no one seemed particularly annoyed by the feathered passenger. “One guy”, says Cordova-Rojas, “was sitting right in front of me on his phone. I don’t know if he noticed there was a swan in front of him.” Cordova-Rojas called the rehab center on the way, and Tristan Higginbotham, an animal-care manager, picked her up at the subway station and drove bird, bike, and rescuer to the facility. There, staff members determined that the swan might have lead poisoning, caused by swallowing weights used on fishing lines. The staff got the swan back up on her webbed feet. She even made a boyfriend at the center — another injured swan. Sadly, even with all that TLC, the swan contracted a bacterial infection. Two months after Cordova-Rojas came to her rescue, she passed away. It’s a disappointing ending, but the real story is just how far some people are willing to go to save a swan in the big city — literally. “In all, Cordova-Rojas traveled two hours by foot, car, and subway,” says Higginbotham, “That’s the perfect summary of who she is.” 1．What happened when Ariel Cordova-Rojas went on her trip to Queens? A．She was attacked by an aggressive swan when watching birds. B．She discovered a sick mute swan and took it to the rehab center. C．A female swan was transported to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. D．A female swan was lifted to the nearby subway station by strangers. 2．What can we learn about the swan in the passage? A．It had never been to a rehab center before. B．It bothered the travelers on the subway. C．It was poisoned and then contracted an infection. D．It was successfully rescued by all the passers-by. 3．Which of the following words can best describe Ariel Cordova-Rojas? A．Enthusiastic and creative. B．Cooperative and generous. C．Responsible and ambitious. D．Warm-hearted and professional. In early 2023, I embarked on a voyage to the Galápagos Islands. It was on Floreana Island’s windswept shore that I encountered a weathered whisky barrel — the legendary Post Office Bay mailbox. It was first used by sailors in 1793 to send mail back home: they would leave a letter and take any addressed to their next port of call to deliver them by hand. It’s still used by tourists. People will leave a letter and take one that they are able to hand-deliver to their next destination. The barrel was full with postcards waiting for delivery. I took a couple home and delivered them with delight: one to a teacher from her pupil, and another from a girl to her boyfriend. The recipients were incredibly grateful. Weeks later, I couldn’t stop thinking about the letters. Then I thought what if I spent a year delivering more letters from that postbox? I realised I could keep my remote job, and at the same time travel the world delivering post, using air miles-and working along the way. By March 2024, I returned to Galápagos I picked out 55 letters and postcards that covered a large geographic area. I aimed to deliver one a week, covering at least 52 countries and spanning all seven continents. I’m 52 and very outgoing, but I’m aware that nowadays people are cautious of speaking to one another. Delivery letter number 50, in Bergen, Norway, I almost got arrested. The lady who answered the door didn’t believe my story and mistook my selfie stick for a weapon, so she called the police. I had to show the officers my GPS location history to prove what I was doing, and we all ended up laughing together. My favourite delivery was letter eight, in Mexico City, from a daughter to her mother, thanking her for letting her follow her dreams. The mother had been very ill, and her daughter wanted to come home from her travels to look after her, but she insisted her daughter should continue with her trip. I’m still in touch with both of them. When I finished my challenge in March this year, I held a party in London and invited everyone I’d met along the way. People came from all over the world. I was so touched and humbled. I’ve made friends for life. 1．How was mail delivered at Post Office Bay in the 18th century? A．By regular local messengers. B．By sailors stationed on the islands. C．By private postal service on the islands. D．By hand-delivery to the next destination. 2．The author decided to return to Galapagos because she ________. A．was assigned to handle some remote work B．was concerned about the delivery of the letters C．intended to use her air miles before the deadline D．wanted to check the letters in the deserted barrel 3．Which words can best describe the author according to the passage? A．Positive and curious. B．Determined and caring. C．Passionate but serious. D．Brave but introverted. 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．New bonds grow out of the traditional practices. B．Letters hold magical power in the modern world. C．Each individual is the architect of their own success. D．Small acts of kindness bring huge emotional rewards. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解之记叙文15篇 (北京专用) 【题型知识点细目表】 题号 难度 知识点 1 适中 记叙文,个人经历,美术与摄影 2 适中 记叙文,生活故事,哲理感悟 3 适中 记叙文,生活故事,个人经历 4 适中 记叙文,励志故事 5 适中 记叙文,家人和亲人 ,生活故事 6 适中 记叙文,个人经历,哲理感悟 7 适中 家人和亲人 ,记叙文 8 较易 记叙文,哲理感悟,家人和亲人 9 较易 记叙文,个人经历,语意转化,逻辑推理 10 适中 记叙文,励志故事,勇敢 11 较易 音乐与舞蹈,记叙文 12 适中 记叙文,个人经历,哲理感悟 13 较易 记叙文,生活故事 14 适中 善行义举（个人）,记叙文,人与动植物 15 适中 记叙文,生活故事 【高考典例】 When I was a little girl, I liked drawing, freely and joyously making marks on the walls at home. In primary school, I learned to write using chalks. Writing seemed to be another form of drawing. I shaped individual letters into repeating lines, which were abstract forms, delightful but meaningless patterns. In secondary school, art was my favourite subject. Since I loved it so much I thought I was good at it. For the art O-level exam I had to present an oil painting. I found it difficult, but still hoped to pass. I failed, with a low grade. I’d been over-confident. Now I’d been declared talentless. But other channels of creativity stayed open: I went on writing poems and stories. Still, I went to exhibitions often. I continued my habitual drawing, which I now characterised as childish doodling (乱画). In my 30s, I made painter friends and learned new ways of looking at art. However, I couldn’t let myself have a go at actually doing it. Though these new friends were abstract painters using oil paints, or were printmakers or sculptors, I took oil painting as the taboo (禁忌) high form I wasn’t allowed to practice.      One night, in my early 40s, I dreamed that a big woman in red approached me, handed me a bag of paints, and told me to start painting. The dream felt so authoritative that it shook me. It was a form of energy, giving me back something I’d lost. Accordingly, I started by experimenting with water colours. Finally, I bought some oil paints. Although I have enjoyed breaking my decades-long taboo about working with oil paints, I have discovered I now prefer chalks and ink. I let my line drawings turn into cartoons I send to friends. It all feels free and easy. Un-anxious. This time around, I can accept my limitations but keep going. Becoming a successful painter calls for being resolute. I realised I was always afraid of wanting too much. That dream reminded me that those fears and desires could encourage me to take risks and make experiments. 1．How did the author feel about the result of the art exam? A．Scared. B．Worried. C．Discouraged. D．Wronged. 2．In her 30s, the author _________. A．avoided oil painting practice B．sought for a painting career C．fancied abstract painting D．exhibited child paintings 3．Which word would best describe the author’s dream? A．Confusing. B．Empowering. C．Disturbing. D．Entertaining. 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．Actions speak louder than words. B．Hard work is the mother of success. C．Dreams are the reflections of realities. D．Creative activities involve being confident. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者一直喜欢绘画，但中学时由于油画测试成绩较低，作者对绘画失去了信心。在40岁出头时，一个梦让作者重拾画油画的信心并接受了自身局限性的故事。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段“I found it difficult, but still hoped to pass. I failed, with a low grade. I’d been over-confident. Now I’d been declared talentless.(我觉得很难，但仍希望能通过测试。我没有通过，而且成绩很低。我过于自信了。现在，我被宣布为毫无(油画)天赋的人了)”并结合下文中作者多年不碰油画的经历可推知，作者对美术考试的结果感到气馁。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“In my 30s, I made painter friends and learned new ways of looking at art.(在我30多岁时，我结交了画家朋友们，学到了看待艺术的新方法)”和“Though these new friends were abstract painters using oil paints, or were printmakers or sculptors, I took oil painting as the taboo (禁忌) high form I wasn’t allowed to practice. (虽然这些新朋友是使用油画颜料的抽象画师，或者是版画家或雕塑家，但我把油画作为禁忌的高级形式，不允许我练习)”可知，作者在30多岁时回避练习油画。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“The dream felt so authoritative that it shook me. It was a form of energy, giving me back something I’d lost. (这个梦给我的感觉是如此的权威，它震撼了我。它是能量的一种形式，让我回我失去了的东西)”可知，作者的梦赋予作者练习油画的力量。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据第六段“Becoming a successful painter calls for being resolute. I realised I was always afraid of wanting too much.  (成为一名成功的画家需要有决心。我意识到我总是害怕想要得太多)”及文章内容可知，本文主要讲述了作者一直喜欢绘画，但中学时由于油画测试成绩较低，作者对绘画失去了信心。在40岁出头时，一个梦让作者重拾画油画的信心并接受了自身局限性的故事。由此可推知，我们能从文章中学到创作活动需要自信，故选D。 Sitting in the garden for my friend’s birthday. I felt a buzz (振动) in my pocket. My heart raced when I saw the email sender’s name. The email started off: “Dear Mr Green, thank you for your interest” and “the review process took longer than expected.” It ended with “We are sorry to inform you…” and my vision blurred (模糊). The position—measuring soil quality in the Sahara Desert as part of an undergraduate research programme — had felt like the answer I had spent years looking for. I had put so much time and emotional energy into applying, and I thought the rejection meant the end of the road for my science career. So I was shocked when, not long after the email, Professor Mary Devon, who was running the programme, invited me to observe the work being done in her lab. I jumped at the chance, and a few weeks later I was equally shocked—and overjoyed—when she invited me to talk with her about potential projects I could pursue in her lab. What she proposed didn’t seem as exciting as the original project I had applied to, but I was going to give it my all. I found myself working with a robotics professor on techniques for collecting data from the desert remotely. That project, which I could complete from my sofa instead of in the burning heat of the desert, not only survived the lockdown but worked where traditional methods didn’t. In the end, I had a new scientific interest to pursue. When I applied to graduate school, I found three programmes promising to allow me to follow my desired research direction. And I applied with the same anxious excitement as before. When I was rejected from one that had seemed like a perfect fit, it was undoubtedly difficult. But this time I had the perspective (视角) to keep it from sending me into panic. It helped that in the end I was accepted into one of the other programmes I was also excited about. Rather than setting plans in stone, I’ve learned that sometimes I need to take the opportunities that are offered, even if they don’t sound perfect at the time, and make the most of them. 1．How did the author feel upon seeing the email sender’s name? A．Anxious. B．Angry. C．Surprised. D．Settled. 2．After talking with Professor Devon, the author decided to ________. A．criticise the review process B．stay longer in the Sahara Desert C．apply to the original project again D．put his heart and soul into the lab work 3．According to the author, the project with the robotics professor was ________. A．demanding B．inspiring C．misleading D．amusing 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．An invitation is a reputation. B．An innovation is a resolution. C．A rejection can be a redirection. D．A reflection can be a restriction. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章中作者结合自己被拒绝后得到了更好的职业发展机会，告诉我们最初的拒绝给予了更好的方向。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“My heart raced when I saw the email sender’s name. The email started off: “Dear Mr Green, thank you for your interest” and “the review process took longer than expected.” It ended with “We are sorry to inform you…”and my vision blurred (模糊). (当我看到邮件发件人的名字时，我的心跳加速了。这封邮件是这样开头的：“亲爱的格林先生，感谢您的关注”，“审核过程比预期的要长。”信的结尾是“我们很抱歉地通知你……”，我的视线模糊了)”可知，收到的是被拒绝的邮件，所以推测作者在看到电子邮件发件人的名字时感到焦虑。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“So I was shocked when, not long after the email, Professor Mary Devon, who was running the programme, invited me to observe the work being done in her lab. I jumped at the chance, and a few weeks later I was equally shocked—and overjoyed—when she invited me to talk with her about potential projects I could pursue in her lab. What she proposed didn’t seem as exciting as the original project I had applied to, but I was going to give it my all. (因此，当我收到这封邮件后不久，负责这个项目的玛丽·德文教授邀请我去她的实验室观察正在进行的工作时，我感到非常震惊。我欣然接受了这个机会，几周后，当她邀请我和她谈谈我可以在她的实验室里从事的潜在项目时，我同样感到震惊——同时也是欣喜若狂。她提出的建议似乎没有我最初申请的项目那么令人兴奋，但我打算全力以赴)”可知，与德文教授交谈后，作者决定全心全意地投入实验室工作。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“I found myself working with a robotics professor on techniques for collecting data from the desert remotely. That project, which I could complete from my sofa instead of in the burning heat of the desert, not only survived the lockdown but worked where traditional methods didn’t. In the end, I had a new scientific interest to pursue. (我发现自己和一个机器人教授一起研究从沙漠中远程收集数据的技术。我可以在沙发上完成这个项目，而不是在沙漠的酷热中完成，它不仅在封锁期间幸存下来，而且在传统方法不奏效的地方也奏效了。最后，我有了新的科学兴趣去追求)”可推知，机器人学教授的项目很鼓舞人心。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Rather than setting plans in stone, I’ve learned that sometimes I need to take the opportunities that are offered, even if they don’t sound perfect at the time, and make the most of them. (我明白了有时候我需要抓住提供的机会，即使这些机会在当时听起来并不完美，也要充分利用，而不是一成不变地制定计划)”结合文章中作者结合自己被拒绝后得到了更好的职业发展机会，告诉我们最初的拒绝给予了更好的方向。故C选项“拒绝可以是重定向”最符合文章的主旨。故选C。 My name is Alice. Early last year, I was troubled by an anxiety that crippled ( 削弱 ) my ability to do anything. I felt like a storm cloud hung over me. For almost a year I struggled on, constantly staring at this wall that faced me. My perfectionist tendencies were the main root of this: I wanted to be perfect at whatever I did, which obviously in life is not possible, but it consumed me. One day, I attended a presentation by wildlife conservationist Grant Brown at my high school. His presentation not only awed and inspired me, but also helped emerge an inner desire to make a difference in the world. I joined a pre-presentation dinner with him and that smaller setting allowed me to slowly build up my courage to speak one-on-one with him—an idea that had seemed completely impossible. This first contact was where my story began. A month later, Brown invited me to attend the World Youth Wildlife Conference. Looking back, I now see that this would be the first in a series of timely opportunities that my old self would have let pass, but that this new and more confident Alice enthusiastically seized. Shortly after I received his invitation, applications to join the Youth for Nature and the Youth for Planet groups were sent around through my high school. I decided to commit to completing the applications, and soon I was a part of a growing global team of young people working to protect nature. Each of these new steps continued to grow my confidence. I am writing this just six months since my journey began and I’ve realised that my biggest obstacle ( 障碍 ) this whole time was myself. It was that voice in the back of my head telling me that one phrase that has stopped so many people from reaching their potential: I can’t. They say good things come to those who wait; I say: grab every opportunity with everything you have and be impatient. After all, nature does not require our patience, but our action. 1．What was the main cause for Alice’s anxiety? A．Her inability to act her age. B．Her habit of consumption. C．Her desire to be perfect. D．Her lack of inspiration. 2．How did Grant Brown’s presentation influence Alice? A．She decided to do something for nature. B．She tasted the sweetness of friendship. C．She learned about the harm of desire. D．She built up her courage to speak up. 3．The activities Alice joined in helped her to become more ________. A．intelligent B．confident C．innovative D．critical 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．Practice makes perfect. B．Patience is a cure of anxiety. C．Action is worry’s worst enemy. D．Everything comes to those who wait. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述作者通过参加保护自然活动治愈好了自己的焦虑。 1．细节理解题。由文章第一段“My perfectionist tendencies were the main root of this: I wanted to be perfect at whatever I did, which obviously in life is not possible, but it consumed me.(我的完美主义倾向是这一点的主要根源：无论我做什么，我都想做到完美，这在生活中显然是不可能的，但它消耗了我。)”可知，是要求完美导致了焦虑。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。由文章第二段“One day, I attended a presentation by wildlife conservationist Grant Brown at my high school. His presentation not only awed and inspired me, but also helped emerge an inner desire to make a difference in the world. (一天，我在高中参加了野生动物保护主义者Grant Brown的演讲。他的演讲不仅让我感到敬畏和鼓舞，还帮助我产生了一种内在的愿望，希望在世界上有所作为。)”和文章第三段“ Shortly after I received his invitation, applications to join the Youth for Nature and the Youth for Planet groups were sent around through my high school. I decided to commit to completing the applications, and soon I was a part of a growing global team of young people working to protect nature. (在我收到他的邀请后不久，我的高中就收到了加入“Youth for Nature”和“Youth for Plane”组织的申请。我决定致力于完成这些申请，很快我就成为了一个日益壮大的全球年轻人保护自然团队的一员。)”可知，是Grant Brown让作者开始为从事保护自然地活动中。故选A项。 3．细节理解题。由文章第三段“I decided to commit to completing the applications, and soon I was a part of a growing global team of young people working to protect nature. Each of these new steps continued to grow my confidence.(我决定完成申请，很快我就成为了一个不断壮大的全球年轻人保护自然团队的一员。每一步都让我更加自信。)”可知，Alice 加入这些活动让她变得更自信了。故选B项。 4．推理判断题。由第一段“ Early last year, I was troubled by an anxiety that crippled ( 削弱 ) my ability to do anything. I felt like a storm cloud hung over me.”（去年年初，我被一种焦虑困扰，它削弱了我做任何事情的能力。）由文章第三段“I decided to commit to completing the applications, and soon I was a part of a growing global team of young people working to protect nature. Each of these new steps continued to grow my confidence.(我决定完成申请，很快我就成为了一个不断壮大的全球年轻人保护自然团队的一员。每一步都让我更加自信。)可知，文章主要讲述作者通过参加保护自然活动治愈好了自己的焦虑。所以从文章中我们能学到行动是忧虑最大的敌人。故选C项。 【热点话题练习】 In the glittering world of Olympic figure skating, where every move is judged under the harshest of lights, failures can be brutally exposed. It was during one such moment that Mario, a once-promising star, stumbled and fell, his dream crashing down with the thud (砰的一声) of the skate blades on the ice. The initial shock was followed by a deep sense of despair. Doubts crept in, whispering that he might never rise again. Each day seemed darker than the last, as Mario struggled to find his footing in a world that suddenly felt so alien and unforgiving of himself. But within this darkness, Mario began to forgive himself and accept the reality. He remembered the countless hours of training, the sacrifices made, and the love for the sport that had burned so brightly before. Slowly, he picked himself up, dusted off the ice shards of defeat, and began to skate again. This time, it was different. Each fall became a lesson, each mistake an opportunity for growth. He learned to embrace his failures, using them as stepping stones to greater heights. With renewed determination, Mario pushed himself harder, skating with a newfound grace and power. Finally, the day arrived when our hero stepped onto the Olympic ice once more. This time, there was no fear, only focus. As the music swelled and he began his routine, every move flowed with effortless elegance. When the final note rang out, he knew he had done it. This young man had risen from the ashes of failure and embraced success again, stronger and more brilliant than before. As the crowd erupted in applause and the athlete stood center ice, a single tear traced down his cheek. It was a tear of joy, relief, and pride — a testament to the journey he had endured. At that moment, he understood that failure was not the end, but rather a beginning — a chance to rise stronger, wiser, and more determined. And so, Mario smiled, knowing that the road ahead, no matter how bumpy, would be filled with the sweet taste of victory and the knowledge that true success comes from overcoming the toughest challenges. 1．The figure skater felt so unforgiving of himself because . A．he fell and crashed down B．he failed the competition C．he struggled to stand on the ice D．his skate blades tripped on the ice 2．How did the athlete adjust himself back to the ice stage? A．He embraced all the tests to the journey. B．He acknowledged the failure and cheered himself up. C．He practiced more than before and endured all pains and hurts. D．He changed himself into a stronger, smarter and more powerful man. 3．Mario is a young man with the merit of . A．toughness and sentiments B．hard work and elegance C．perseverance and resilience D．generosity and humility 4．What can we learn from this story? A．Failure is the mother of success. B．Chances favor the prepared mind. C．Constant dripping wears away the stone. D．What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一位花滑运动员经历赛场失利后，心里上一度绝望并对自己产生怀疑，但经过自我调整，最终重获辉煌的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“It was during one such moment that Mario, a once-promising star, stumbled and fell, his dream crashing down with the thud (砰的一声) of the skate blades on the ice.(就在这样一个关键时刻，马里奥——这位曾经前途无量的明星——失足摔倒了，他的梦想也随之轰然破碎，伴随着冰刀在冰面上的撞击声而彻底破灭)”可知，这位花样滑冰运动员对自己苛责，因为他在这次比赛中失利了。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“But within this darkness, Mario began to forgive himself and accept the reality. He remembered the countless hours of training, the sacrifices made, and the love for the sport that had burned so brightly before. Slowly, he picked himself up, dusted off the ice shards of defeat, and began to skate again.(但在这黑暗之中，马里奥开始原谅自己，并接受了现实。他回想起无数的训练时光、所做出的牺牲以及曾经那炽热的对这项运动的热爱。慢慢地，他重新振作起来，拂去失败留下的冰屑，再次踏上了滑冰的旅程)”可知，这位运动员他接受了失败的事实，并为自己加油鼓劲。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段“But within this darkness, Mario began to forgive himself and accept the reality. He remembered the countless hours of training, the sacrifices made, and the love for the sport that had burned so brightly before. Slowly, he picked himself up, dusted off the ice shards of defeat, and began to skate again.(但在这黑暗之中，马里奥开始原谅自己，并接受了现实。他回想起无数的训练时光、所做出的牺牲以及曾经那炽热的对这项运动的热爱。慢慢地，他重新振作起来，拂去失败留下的冰屑，再次踏上了滑冰的旅程)”以及第四段“He learned to embrace his failures, using them as stepping stones to greater heights. With renewed determination, Mario pushed himself harder, skating with a newfound grace and power.(他学会了坦然接受失败，并将其作为通往更高峰的垫脚石。马里奥重拾决心，更加努力地鞭策自己，滑行时尽显前所未有的优雅与力量)”可知，马里奥是一位具有坚韧不拔和韧性的年轻人。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“At that moment, he understood that failure was not the end, but rather a beginning — a chance to rise stronger, wiser, and more determined. And so, Mario smiled, knowing that the road ahead, no matter how bumpy, would be filled with the sweet taste of victory and the knowledge that true success comes from overcoming the toughest challenges.(就在那一刻，他明白了失败并非终点，而是一个新的开始——这是一个让自己变得更强大、更睿智、更有决心的机会。于是，马里奥微笑着，他知道前方的道路，无论多么崎岖，都将充满胜利的甜蜜滋味，并且他会明白真正的成功来自于战胜最艰难的挑战)”以及文章讲述了一位花滑运动员经历赛场失利后，心里上一度绝望并对自己产生怀疑，但经过自我调整，最终重获辉煌的故事。可知，故事告诉我们“那些杀不死你的东西只会让你变得更强大”。故选D。 When my mother passed away a few years ago, my father was left alone in the large house they had shared for 50 years. Without her to watch out for him, he was worried about who would find him and help if “something happened.” My sister and I live in other states, so we hit on the idea that Dad could email us every morning when he awoke. Then “the Morning Report” was born. He’s usually up by the crack of dawn, and his half a dozen or so sentences are waiting for me in my inbox when I wake up. If there’s no email, I call him, or my sister does, to make sure everything is fine. The reports have become more than an everyday check though; they’re a sort of diary, a catalyst (催化剂) for more extended conversations, and source of insight into his life. Through these emails, Dad tells us about his routines. He might be heading to the grocery store for bananas, going to his cardiac-rehab (心脏康复) exercise class, or having lunch with friends. Recently he told us, “I’ve climbed halfway up Mount Washington!” Given his age and distance from New Hampshire, such a hike was unlikely. Each email closes with “All my love, Dad.” When my mother was alive, that feeling was normally reserved for her. Now that she is gone, he shares those feelings and his experiences with us. For me, what started as a simple security measure has spawned deeper closeness. I’m grateful my father is still able to manage his computer and the Internet. I know the day will come when he’ll no longer be able to write the reports, and we’ll have to find other ways to keep track of one another. But until then, they are our way of knowing that another normal day has begun. 1．What was the intention of “the Morning Report” at first? A．To rid the father of loneliness. B．To help the father manage his large house. C．To ensure the father’s safety. D．To increase conversations among family members. 2．What can we infer about the father’s life now? A．Though he is busy, he still feels lonely. B．He has totally forgotten his wife. C．He goes hiking with his friends on a regular basis. D．He leads a colorful life. 3．Which of the following best explains “spawned” underlined in paragraph 5? A．Brought about. B．Held back. C．Given in. D．Taken away. 4．What effect do the morning emails have on the family? A．They are fed up with writing emails every day. B．Their family bonds have been strengthened. C．They are still shy to express love to each other. D．The family have decided to live together. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。母亲去世后父亲独居，作者和姐姐让他每日发晨间邮件报平安，这份邮件后来成了他的生活分享，传递爱意，既保障其安全，也加深了他们的亲情联结。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“When my mother passed away a few years ago, my father was left alone in the large house they had shared for 50 years. Without her to watch out for him, he was worried about who would find him and help if “something happened.”(几年前，我的母亲去世了，而我父亲独自一人留在他们共同居住了50年的大房子里。没有母亲在身边照顾他，他很担心如果“出了什么事”，谁会来找到他并提供帮助呢)”以及第二段“My sister and I live in other states, so we hit on the idea that Dad could email us every morning when he awoke. Then “the Morning Report” was born.(我的姐姐和我分别住在不同的州，于是我们想到了一个主意：爸爸每天早上醒来后可以给我们发电子邮件。就这样，“早间报告”便诞生了)”可知，“早间报告”最初的目的是确保父亲的安全。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第四段“Through these emails, Dad tells us about his routines. He might be heading to the grocery store for bananas, going to his cardiac-rehab (心脏康复) exercise class, or having lunch with friends.(通过这些邮件，爸爸向我们讲述了他的日常活动安排。他可能会去杂货店买香蕉，去参加心脏康复训练课程，或者和朋友共进午餐)”可知，父亲现在过着丰富多彩的生活。故选D。 3．词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“Now that she is gone, he shares those feelings and his experiences with us.(如今她已经去世，于是他便向我们倾诉了那些感受以及自己的经历)”、“For me, what started as a simple security measure has(对我而言，起初只是简单的安全措施)”以及后文“deeper closeness(更亲密的关系)”可知，晨间邮件从报平安变成分享日常、表达爱意，显然是“催生、带来”了亲密感。故划线词意思是“带来、促成”。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Each email closes with “All my love, Dad.” When my mother was alive, that feeling was normally reserved for her. Now that she is gone, he shares those feelings and his experiences with us. For me, what started as a simple security measure has spawned deeper closeness.(每封邮件的结尾都会写着“我所有的爱，爸爸”。在我母亲在世时，这种情感通常只属于她。如今她已离世，他将这些情感以及自己的经历与我们分享。对我而言，起初只是一种简单的保障措施，却逐渐催生了更亲密的关系)”可知，早上发送的电子邮件让他们的家庭关系变得更加紧密了。故选B。 Back in 2008, when I was working as a professional astronomer, I was granted two nights on a big telescope onMauna Kea, Hawaii. I remember arriving at the peak of the volcano at dusk, very excited about this incredible opportunity. I went into the brightly lit telescope control room, plugged in my laptop and started preparing for the night of taking data. When it was dawn, I emerged into the sunrise, sleepy-eyed and ready for dinner... or was it breakfast? It was only years later that I realized I’d been to the peak of Mauna Kea and I hadn’t looked up at the night sky with my eyes even once. I now see this disappointing situation was representative of a deeper state of mental difficulty that had affected me like a long, slow sunset. Over my years of immersion in the academic environment, I’d become lost in the world of ideas, disconnected from an emotional, direct experience, and from the wonder and passion that had drawn me into astronomy in the first place. I’ve come to understand that this situation isn’t unique to me. These are typical symptoms of the modern world.So many of us live increasingly disconnected from nature — in the day and nighttime — often lost in the world of ideas, plans or anxieties, with our attention rarely in the here and now. Astrophysics was what led me into the world of ideas and facts, but it was ultimately stargazing in a mindful way that showed me the way back to a more balanced state of mental wellbeing and the wonder of my subjective,very human perspective. When we look with wide-eyed curiosity rather than being preoccupied with facts and expectations, it encourages a state of wonder, which leads to awe. Studies have shown feeling awe on a regular basis is deeply beneficial to our mental health, because it helps us feel connected to something bigger than our everyday view of ourselves. Suddenly, our worries aren’t quite so all important and we start to see ourselves from a different perspective. It’s so easy to think that we’re looking up at the stars. But the truth is we’re in them — made of them inseparable from them. You have grown out of, and are living as part of, this Universe. True, looking at it one way you’re a tiny, seemingly insignificant piece of dust on a remote planet in an unremarkable solar system. But from another perspective, you’re an integral part of the Universe experiencing itself through you own eyes, ears and thoughts. For me this view has facilitated a complete transformation of all mental health and whole life 1．The author felt a sense of _________ the moment he arrived at Mauna Kea. A．tiredness B．anticipation C．regret D．uniqueness 2．The common problem of the modern world is caused by _________ . A．man’s separation from nature and the present B．the wonder about and passion for our careers C．our failure to observe the sky with naked eyes D．years of absorption in endless academic debates 3．How can we carry out “mindful stargazing”? A．By holding fast to science facts and figures. B．By observing stars through an advanced telescope. C．By integrating expectations and views of ourselves. D．By sensing the starry night in an open-minded way. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者作为专业天文学家的经历，以及通过正念观星重新找回内心平衡与对宇宙的敬畏感，进而感悟到人与自然、宇宙紧密相连的道理。 1．细节理解题。根据第1段中“I remember arriving at the peak of the volcano at dusk, very excited about this incredible opportunity.(我记得黄昏时分抵达火山顶峰，对这个难得的机会感到无比兴奋)”可知，作者抵达时情绪是兴奋的，对即将开始的观测工作充满期待。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第4段中“These are typical symptoms of the modern world. So many of us live increasingly disconnected from nature — in the day and nighttime — often lost in the world of ideas, plans or anxieties, with our attention rarely in the here and now.(这些是现代社会的典型症状。我们中许多人生活在与自然日益脱节的状态中——无论白天黑夜——常常迷失在思想、计划或焦虑的世界里，我们的注意力很少停留在此时此地。)”可知，现代社会的普遍问题源于人们与自然和当下的脱节。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第6段中“When we look with wide-eyed curiosity rather than being preoccupied with facts and expectations, it encourages a state of wonder, which leads to awe.(当我们以满怀好奇的心态去仰望星空，而非执着于事实和期待时，就会心生好奇，进而产生敬畏之情)”可知，正念观星需要以开放的心态去感受星空。故选D。 Many parents dream of their children growing up and seeing the world. But Edith Lemay, a mother of four from Canada, worried her children were running out of time to do that. When her first child, Mia, was little, she noticed she would bump into things. In 2018, Mia was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (色素性视网膜炎). “What it does is that the cell in the retina dies over time and they lose their field of vision. There’s a chance they will go completely blind by midlife,” said Lemay. The disease is genetic, meaning Lemay’s other kids were at risk. She soon noticed two of her sons, Collin and Laurent, had the same symptoms. They were soon diagnosed, too. “Of course it was devastating (令人极为震惊的). And when you have a kid, you always have an image of what their future is going to be like and all of a sudden, you get that news and you need to erase that and think it over. And it really is a grieving process,” Lemay said. Lemay wanted to prepare her kids for what was to come and thought about filling their visual memory. In March, Lemay, her husband, and her four kids left Canada and embarked on an epic journey, traveling the globe for a whole year — showing their kids the world, before it is too late. During their trip, Lemay is homeschooling her kids. The family also made a bucket list of fun activities they want to accomplish, so each kid can see their dreams come true. Lemay said her kids are not only making visual memories. They’re also learning important life lessons, like focusing on the positive. “Sometimes they’re tired and there’s frustration. It’s difficult. But with the travel, I want them to be resilient.” “I want them to know that any situation that’s hard is temporary, because through their life, they’ll need lots of resilience,” she said. “They’re going to adapt to a situation with their eyesight and then in a few years later, they’ll lose a chunk of their eyesights and they will have to readapt and adapt again and fall and get back again,” Lemay continued. Many parents want to give their kids the world and this mom did. 1．When was Mia diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa? A．In 2018. B．When she was born. C．When the family started their global trip. D．When she became completely blind. 2．Which of the following is true about the disease retinitis pigmentosa? A．It can be cured with proper treatment. B．It only affects children’s field of vision temporarily. C．It is not a genetic disease. D．It may lead to complete blindness by midlife. 3．Which word can best describe Edith Lemay? A．Helpless. B．Responsible. C．Impulsive. D．Selfish. 4．What can we infer from the passage about Lemay’s kids during the trip? A．They only gained visual memories of the world. B．They dropped out of school and stopped learning. C．They learned to face difficulties with a positive attitude. D．They complained a lot about the tiring and frustrating journey. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了加拿大母亲Edith Lemay因孩子们罹患可能导致失明的遗传性眼疾，决定带全家环球旅行一年，以丰富孩子的视觉记忆并培养其心理韧性。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“In 2018, Mia was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (色素性视网膜炎). (2018年，Mia被诊断出患有色素性视网膜炎)”可知，Mi在2018年被诊断出患有色素性视网膜炎。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“What it does is that the cell in the retina dies over time and they lose their field of vision. There’s a chance they will go completely blind by midlife (它所做的是，随着时间的推移，视网膜上的细胞死亡，他们失去了视野。他们有可能在中年时完全失明)”可知，这种病可能导致患者中年时完全失明。故选D项。 3．推理判断题。根据第六段“Lemay wanted to prepare her kids for what was to come and thought about filling their visual memory. In March, Lemay, her husband, and her four kids left Canada and embarked on an epic journey, traveling the globe for a whole year — showing their kids the world, before it is too late. (Lemay想让她的孩子们为即将到来的事情做好准备，并考虑填充他们的视觉记忆。今年3月，Lemay和她的丈夫以及她的四个孩子离开了加拿大，开始了一段史诗般的旅程，他们花了整整一年的时间环游世界，在为时已晚之前向他们的孩子展示世界)”、第七段中“During their trip, Lemay is homeschooling her kids. (在他们的旅行中，Lemay在家教育她的孩子)”和第八段中“But with the travel, I want them to be resilient. (但在旅行中，我希望他们能有适应能力)”可知，孩子患病后，Lemay没有陷入绝望，而是规划环球旅行帮孩子留存视觉记忆，旅行中坚持教孩子知识，还着力培养孩子的坚韧品质，这些行为都充分体现了她对孩子的责任感。故选B项。 4．推理判断题。根据第八段中“Lemay said her kids are not only making visual memories. They’re also learning important life lessons, like focusing on the positive. (Lemay说，她的孩子们不仅仅是在制造视觉记忆。他们也在学习重要的人生课程，比如关注积极的一面)”和第九段中“I want them to know that any situation that’s hard is temporary, because through their life, they’ll need lots of resilience (我想让他们知道，任何艰难的处境都是暂时的，因为在他们的一生中，他们需要大量的适应力)”可知，Lemay想让孩子们在旅行中培养积极心态和适应力。由此推知，他们学会以积极态度面对困难。故选C项。 My uncle George enjoys a simple life — no smartphones, no internet — so communication is limited to in-person and old-school landline phone calls. My uncle and I have always shared a special bond — and my middle name, George, is a point of pride. Still, when I was around 5 years old, I asked my parents what was wrong with him. They said nothing was “wrong” with him exactly, but that Uncle George was mentally disabled. Back in the day, George would periodically ask for my cellphone number and write it down. Ever since then, about once an hour, he calls me 10 times a day, without fail, 365 days a year. Though I love him quite a bit, I answer maybe two of those phone calls a day. Our phone calls always follow the same structure, using one of three fantasy realities, courtesy of (多亏) George’s imagination. In one, he’s my dad and I’m his son. In another, he’s Major Charles Winchester, from the 1970s TV show, and I’m Captain Hunnicutt, reporting for duty. In the last, we’re both lifeguards, strategizing the rescue of a drowning person. When the phone rings, I always say “Hello?” as if I don’t know who is calling. “Hi, George,” I’ll say. “It’s your dad, George” Or, “It’s Major Winchester” Or, “This is Tower 1. Tower 2, can you read me?” We go back and forth in character for about a minute and a half, only breaking the bit to laugh hysterically. Then he’ll go quiet. “You know something, Tommy,” he’ll say. “I’m just calling to say you’re the best guy I know.” “So are you,” I reply. “The two of us” “The two musketeers (火枪手)! All for one and one for all” We both laugh. This conversation has been repeated multiple times a day for years now. At my most stressed and vulnerable, angry and sad — during painful breakups and professional setbacks — that phone call nevertheless rolls in, allowing me to escape reality for a bit and just laugh and act like a kid again. Because George doesn’t understand things at an adult level, it’s impossible for him to comprehend certain aspects of my life, or to truly attune to whether I’m having a good or bad day. Instead, he’s able to bring me the same energy, the same love and acceptance, no matter what. It’s an incredible gift. Because I know that even at my worst, when I feel like I’m drowning, I can count on Uncle George, up there in Tower 1, to call down from his perch through his mighty megaphone and tell me I’m the best guy he knows. It’s an act of love that saves me, just a little bit, every single day. 1．The author uses the “lifeguard” and the “drowning person” as a metaphor to illustrate ________. A．the narrator’s childhood fear of water B．a shared memory between the narrator and his uncle C．the uncle’s role in emotionally “rescuing” the narrator D．the professional setbacks the narrator faces in his career 2．How does the narrator feel about the phone calls from Uncle George? A．Excited and happy. B．Grateful and comforted. C．Annoyed and interrupted. D．Indifferent and bored. 3．How does the author view his uncle’s inability? A．As a source of pity for his uncle’s condition. B．As a significant limitation that frustrates him. C．As a form of acceptance that is ultimately a gift. D．As a reason to keep their conversations very short. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者和有智力障碍的叔叔乔治之间通过电话进行的充满想象力和爱的互动，以及这种互动给作者带来的情感支持。 1．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Instead, he’s able to bring me the same energy, the same love and acceptance, no matter what. It’s an incredible gift. Because I know that even at my worst, when I feel like I’m drowning, I can count on Uncle George, up there in Tower 1, to call down from his perch through his mighty megaphone and tell me I’m the best guy he knows. It’s an act of love that saves me, just a little bit, every single day.(但恰恰相反，无论发生什么，他都能给我一样的活力、一样的爱与接纳。这是一份无比珍贵的礼物。因为我知道，即使在我最糟糕的时候，当我感觉自己快要溺水时，我可以依靠在1号瞭望塔的乔治叔叔，从他的位置通过响亮的扩音器呼唤我，告诉我我是他认识的最好的人。这是一种爱的行为，每天都能拯救我一点点。)”可知，作者用“救生员”和“溺水者”作为比喻，来说明叔叔在情感上“拯救”作者的角色。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据倒数第三段中“At my most stressed and vulnerable, angry and sad — during painful breakups and professional setbacks — that phone call nevertheless rolls in, allowing me to escape reality for a bit and just laugh and act like a kid again.(在我压力最大、最脆弱、愤怒和悲伤的时候——痛苦的分手和职业挫折期间——那个电话还是会打来，让我暂时逃离现实，只是笑一笑，再像个孩子一样。)”以及最后一段中“It’s an incredible gift.(这是一份不可思议的礼物。)”可知，作者对乔治叔叔的电话是感激且感到安慰的。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Because George doesn’t understand things at an adult level, it’s impossible for him to comprehend certain aspects of my life, or to truly attune to whether I’m having a good or bad day.(因为乔治不能以成年人的水平理解事物，他不可能理解我生活的某些方面，也不可能真正察觉我过得好还是不好。)”、“最后一段中“Instead, he’s able to bring me the same energy, the same love and acceptance, no matter what. It’s an incredible gift. (但恰恰相反，无论发生什么，他都能给我一样的活力、一样的爱与接纳。这是一份无比珍贵的礼物。)”可知，作者认为叔叔的这种能力缺失，是一种接纳的形式，最终是一份礼物。故选C。 Weeks before, Mrs. Spica had assigned an essay about what we would like to be when we grew up. The paper had to be based on an interview with someone of that profession. As she explained the project, I was thinking about my future. I dreamed of being a teacher, a psychologist, or a mailman. “Anthony,” Mrs. Spica said, interrupting my daydreams, “I already got someone for you to interview.” She handed me a piece of paper. “He will give you insight on what it means to be a writer.” I was confused by what had occurred. I remembered when I was a kid, I began a lifelong love affair with books. Each week, I would come home with a book different from the one in the library. I would soon begin to write my own. I was shy and introverted, and I never showed anyone my work. So, when Mrs. Spica asked us to write a short story based on a book that we recently read, I was nervous. My writings were personal. Now, I had to expose my works to others, and my creations would be judged and graded. I felt uneasy. However, I pushed through my discomfort and wrote a story. I was unsure if I was any good, but I got an A+ with a note saying “Have you ever thought about being a writer? You have so much potential.” In general, I am poor at receiving feedback. If it is negative, I end up feeling discouraged. If it is positive, I dismiss the comments as incorrect. So when Mrs. Spica told me all those encouraging words, I could not compute. Then, when the dream job assignment rolled around, she put action behind her encouraging words. Somehow, she found a way for me to connect with one of my favorite authors. All I had to do was call him at the appointed time. I felt my heartbeat quicken as I heard the voice on the other line. We spent the next hour talking about the author’s inspirations for his books, my deep appreciation and tips to improve my writing, but I remember nothing in details. What I do remember is to continue writing. 1．What was the essay assigned by Mrs. Spica about? A．A famous person’s life. B．Skills of writing stories. C．An interview with a writer. D．The student’s dream job. 2．What did the author do when asked to write a story? A．He hesitated to accept it. B．He turned to others for help. C．He avoided showing his ability. D．He borrowed a book from the library. 3．How did the author feel after getting the feedback from Mrs. Spica? A．Uncertain. B．Proud. C．Confident. D．Unconcerned. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Patience awakes passion. B．Challenge motivates ambition. C．Encouragement brings confidence. D．Communication promotes understanding. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是记叙文。讲述了作者在学校的一次写作作业经历，以及这次经历如何影响了作者对成为作家的思考和自我认知。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Weeks before, Mrs. Spica had assigned an essay about what we would like to be when we grew up.(几周前，斯皮卡太太布置了一篇关于我们长大后想成为什么的作文)”可知，斯皮卡太太布置的论文是学生的梦想工作。故选D项。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段“So, when Mrs. Spica asked us to write a short story based on a book that we recently read, I was nervous. My writings were personal. Now, I had to expose my works to others, and my creations would be judged and graded. I felt uneasy.(所以，当斯皮卡夫人让我们根据我们最近读过的一本书写一个短篇故事时，我很紧张。我的作品是私人的。现在，我必须把我的作品展示给别人，我的创作会被评判和评分。我感到不安)”可知，当作者被要求写一个故事时，他感到不安，犹豫着要不要接受。故选A项。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段“However, I pushed through my discomfort and wrote a story. I was unsure if I was any good, but I got an A+ with a note saying “Have you ever thought about being a writer? You have so much potential.”(然而，尽管内心十分不适，我还是完成了这篇故事的创作。我不知道自己是否写得有多好，但最终还是得到了“A+”的成绩，并且还附有一条评语：“你有没有想过成为一名作家呢？你有着极高的潜力。”)”可知，作者得了A+，但是并不确定自己写得好不好。故选A项。 4．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“In general, I am poor at receiving feedback. If it is negative, I end up feeling discouraged. If it is positive, I dismiss the comments as incorrect. So when Mrs. Spica told me all those encouraging words, I could not compute. Then, when the dream job assignment rolled around, she put action behind her encouraging words. Somehow, she found a way for me to connect with one of my favorite authors. All I had to do was call him at the appointed time.(总的来说，我不太善于接受反馈。如果反馈是负面的，我就会感到沮丧；如果反馈是正面的，我又会认为这些评论是不正确的。所以当斯皮卡夫人对我说那些鼓舞人心的话时，我简直无法理解。然后，当那份理想的工作机会到来时，她将那些鼓励的话语付诸实际行动。不知怎的，她帮我找到了与我最喜欢的作家取得联系的方法。我只需要在约定的时间给他打电话就行了)”可知，本文主要讲述了鼓励带来自信。故选C项。 At 17 years old, most are still learning basic driving skills in America. Once the car is parked, the day is packed with school activities and hanging out with friends. But at 17, Maggie Taraska had a distinctive goal in mind: Fly alone across the United States. Both of Maggie’s parents were retired from the air force, so the urge to fly is in Maggie’s blood. She went to flight school, put in the hours with an instructor and started on her training hours. But on her first takeoff, something didn’t sound right. The plane had lost one of the landing gear wheels. “As soon as I took off, I just heard something was wrong instinctively,” said Maggie. Her instructor talked to her from the ground while she circled a few times to gather herself. “I was frightened, thinking about all the bad things that could have happened; I was thinking about how my parents were on the ground as I knew they were watching.” Stress and panic can cause any of us to make careless decisions. It takes mental practice to calm down. “Take a few breaths, focus on the moment and follow the plan. I panicked a bit, but followed my training.” Maggie was a little shaky as she talked to the tower, but she had a perfect belly landing that skidded on the infield grass. Her father couldn’t be prouder. “By the time I saw Maggie on her approach, it was a better approach than I could have flown,” he said. Cheers erupted in the tower, and Maggie took a deep breath and climbed out of the plane. Credit does go to the crew for talking to her. Yes, we all need someone to talk us through challenging times, but in the end, it was all Magic at the controls. We could all be forgiven for calling it quits after an experience like that. After all, it was a bit distressing. So walking away would be understandable. But five days later, Maggie was going through her pre-flight safety inspections, checking the wings, especially checking the landing gear. “It feels amazing,” she said, “It gives an incredible sense of liberation.” At some point in our lives, we will all be in a situation for the first time. It’s scary. But if you face your fears, the whole world opens up to you. 1．What mainly influenced Maggie’s urge to fly alone? A．Her parents’ background in air force. B．Her experience of school activities. C．Her instructor’s encouragements. D．Her basic driving skills. 2．What did Maggie do when hearing something wrong during takeoff? A．She landed the plane immediately. B．She thought of her parents’ expectation. C．She circled a few times to calm herself down. D．She continued flying as if nothing had happened. 3．Which words would best describe Maggie’s personality? A．Proud and intelligent. B．Positive and cautious. C．Patient and responsible. D．Fearless and determined. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Failure is the mother of success. B．A good beginning is half done. C．Fortune favors the brave. D．Practice makes perfect. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了17岁的Maggie克服飞行危机后仍独自飞越美国的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Both of Maggie’s parents were retired from the air force, so the urge to fly is in Maggie’s blood.(Maggie的父母都从空军退役了，所以飞行的渴望是她与生俱来的)”可知，Maggie的父母都从空军退役，所以飞行的冲动在玛姬的血液里，即玛姬的父母在空军服役的背景影响了她独自飞行的冲动。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Her instructor talked to her from the ground while she circled a few times to gather herself.(她的教练在地面与她通话，与此同时，她盘旋了几圈让自己镇定下来)”可知，当Maggie起飞时听到不对劲的声音，她在空中盘旋了几圈让自己镇定下来。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段中“I was frightened, thinking about all the bad things that could have happened;(想到可能发生的所有坏事，我很害怕)”，第四段中“Take a few breaths, focus on the moment and follow the plan. I panicked a bit, but followed my training.(做几次深呼吸，专注于当下，按照计划行事。我有点恐慌，但还是按照训练的要求做)”以及最后一段中“At some point in our lives, we will all be in a situation for the first time. It’s scary. But if you face your fears, the whole world opens up to you.(在我们生命中的某个时刻，我们都会第一次遇到这种情况。太可怕了。但如果你直面恐惧，整个世界都会向你敞开大门)”可知，Maggie在遇到起落架故障时，虽然害怕，但还是按照训练要求冷静应对，并且在五天后继续飞行，这表明她是一个勇敢且坚定的人。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“At some point in our lives, we will all be in a situation for the first time. It’s scary. But if you face your fears, the whole world opens up to you.(在我们生命中的某个时刻，我们都会第一次遇到这种情况。太可怕了。但如果你直面恐惧，整个世界都会向你敞开大门)”可知，在我们的生活中，总会有第一次面对某种情况的时候，这很可怕，但是如果你面对你的恐惧，整个世界都会向你敞开，由此可推知，文章想要告诉我们的是“勇者天助”。故选C。 If you enter the Goergen Athletic Center, you may hear the rhythmic Latin music of the weekly Zumba class. Here, approximately 30 people gather every week for an hour of Zumba led by Dr. Care Gellin. During the day, Gellin is a pediatrician at Golisano Children’s Hospital. At night though, twice a week she leads Zumba classes, attracting all sorts of people. It’s a trademarked Latinin-spired dance workout. Participants needn’t copy her moves exactly, rather everyone can have fun and move their bodies in whatever way they feel the most comfortable. Gellin was first introduced to Zumba in 2010. While looking for a fun way to work out while recovering from her pregnancy and birth, she accidentally had a Zumba class. A year later, she became a certified Zumba instructor. After teaching at several gyms, Gellin eventually started teaching in the basement of the hospital. Gellin noted that most of her job is centered around education rather than practicing medicine, so she spends lots of time thinking about what safe learning spaces mean. This has translated into her Zumba teaching. While there’re no mistakes in Zumba, there’re unfortunately mistakes in medicine — some with serious consequences. Gellin works on setting up learning so her students can have safety nets to catch them if they make an error in judgment and prevent patient harm. She added, “I love moments when I can tell some of the students have memorized the moves. Every student participates in the class at a different intensity level, so my goal is to present a level that no matter where you are, you have to push yourself.” Zumba is meant to be a workout after all with songs incorporating (包含) more fitness movements. “I’ve been working out since I was 10,” she said, reflecting on all of her past and present activities. “Zumba is probably the most fun of all of them.” 1．How does the author introduce the topic in paragraph 1? A．By giving a definition. B．By providing evidence. C．By describing a scene. D．By making a prediction. 2．What is Zumba designed for according to Gellin? A．An alternative to practicing medicine. B．A fun and comfortable way to work out. C．An activity to attract more participants. D．A challenging course to push the limits. 3．What can we learn about Gellin? A．She has been learning Zumba since she was 10. B．She suffered from depression during pregnancy. C．She asked her students to follow her moves exactly. D．She took security seriously while teaching Zumba. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了尊巴舞的特点以及Gellin从事尊巴舞蹈教学的经历。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“If you enter the Goergen Athletic Center, you may hear the rhythmic Latin music of the weekly Zumba class. Here, approximately 30 people gather every week for an hour of Zumba led by Dr. Care Gellin.(如果你进入格尔根体育中心，你可能会听到每周尊巴课上有节奏的拉丁音乐。在这里，每周大约有30人聚集在一起，在卡瑞·格林博士的带领下跳一小时的尊巴舞)”可知，作者通过描述场景引入主题。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“While looking for a fun way to work out while recovering from her pregnancy (怀孕) and birth, she accidentally had a Zumba class.(当她从怀孕和分娩中恢复过来，寻找一种有趣的锻炼方式时，她意外地参加了尊巴舞课程)”以及最后一段“Zumba is probably the most fun of all of them.(尊巴舞可能是所有活动中最有趣的)”可知，根据Gellin的说法，尊巴舞是一种有趣又舒适的锻炼方式。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“Gellin works on setting up learning so her students can have safety nets to catch them if they make an error in judgment and prevent patient harm.(Gellin致力于建立学习机制，这样她的学生在判断错误时就能有安全网来抓住他们，防止对病人造成伤害)”可知，Gellin在教尊巴舞时很重视安全问题。故选D。 Four years ago, life rewarded me for all the challenges I embraced in search of self-improvement. My spirits rose when I was selected to be in the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) programme and I realized that I was going to spend a full year in the United States. Before that moment, living on the other side of the Atlantic had always equated — for a young Moroccan woman who had never set foot abroad — to an anxiety-free atmosphere, welcoming neighbors, and countless opportunities. Fortunately, my host community checked all these boxes. My host mother went above and beyond to take care of my needs, my teachers were very accommodating with regards to my schoolwork, and I could use my status as an exchange student as an excuse when I needed a favor or an exception. As a YES student, peers from so many diverse backgrounds at school were interested in getting to know me better. With all this unique treatment, I thought to myself, “Hold on a second! Is this what you came for?” Even though my host community was so helpful and welcoming, I realized that I was growing too content with my life. I remembered that I came to the United States for a challenge and that I was determined to strengthen my capacities. To develop greater perseverance, I joined my host school’s swim team, even though I had no prior experience in this sport. For over five months, I walked myself — sometimes reluctantly — to swim practices. During those practices, I did the best I could for three hours each day. One of my best achievements that year was competing in one of the biggest swim meets of the year. From an outsider’s perspective, it might not seem like much, especially since I didn’t even win. However, I was never the athletic type, nor have I ever been particularly outstanding in terms of discipline and commitment. Yet that was exactly what I achieved. I gained discipline and I came to the realization that I do not need to be perfect at everything that I try for the first time. Growth can take many forms. In my case, it took the form of a humid ceiling and an overly tight polyester cap. Growth can only be achieved by defying personal limits and breaking free from comfort zones. This is not always a glamorous process, but it always brings you closer to a new and improved version of yourself. 1．How did the helpful and welcoming community make the author feel? A．She felt her primary goal was neglected. B．She felt free and could do whatever she liked. C．She felt more confident about her life experience. D．She felt stressed and restricted like living in a box. 2．The author’s achievement on the swim team shows that ______. A．athleticism plays a role in swim meets B．growth is about progress, not perfection C．one should be committed to what he is doing D．consistent effort is more important than talent 3．What can we conclude from this passage? A．Rome was not built in a day. B．Where there’s a will, there’s a way. C．A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. D．The grass is always greener on the other side. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述作者作为摩洛哥交换生赴美经历，因社区友好感安逸后，通过加入游泳队突破舒适区，最终获得成长的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Even though my host community was so helpful and welcoming, I realized that I was growing too content with my life. I remembered that I came to the United States for a challenge and that I was determined to strengthen my capacities.(尽管我的寄宿社区非常乐于助人且热情好客，但我意识到自己对生活变得过于满足了。我记得我来美国是为了接受挑战，并且我决心提升自己的能力。)”可知，友好的社区让作者过于安逸，使其意识到自己来美国接受挑战、提升能力的首要目标被忽视了。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中的“However, I was never the athletic type, nor have I ever been particularly outstanding in terms of discipline and commitment. Yet that was exactly what I achieved. I gained discipline and I came to the realization that I do not need to be perfect at everything that I try for the first time.(然而，我从来都不是运动型的人，在自律和投入方面也从未特别突出。但这正是我所做到的。我学会了自律，也意识到自己不必在所有初次尝试的事情上都做到完美。)”可知，作者在游泳队的收获体现出成长在于进步而非追求完美。故选B项。 3．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段中的“Growth can only be achieved by defying personal limits and breaking free from comfort zones. This is not always a glamorous process, but it always brings you closer to a new and improved version of yourself. (成长只能通过挑战个人极限、摆脱舒适区来实现。这个过程并不总是光鲜亮丽，但它总能让你更接近一个全新的、更好的自己。)”可知，文章核心是作者在安逸环境中主动寻求挑战，最终获得成长，强调逆境对成长的重要性，所以“A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.(平静的大海造就不出熟练的水手)”恰好体现这一哲理。故选C项。 In a small town located between rolling hills, there lived a girl named Lily, passionate about painting. From a young age, she found comfort in the strokes of her brush, creating vibrant landscapes and amusing creatures. Yet, her fear of judgment kept her art hidden; she painted in secret, each piece a beautiful treasure waiting for the light of day. One rainy afternoon, while seeking shelter, Lily stepped into a local art exhibit at a gallery. The atmosphere was filled with excitement, and the walls displayed colorful pieces that told stories. Despite her anxiety, she felt urged to enter. As she wandered, she overheard the curator(馆长) discussing the power of being honest in art. “Art is not about perfection; it’s about connection,” he said, emphasizing that revealing who we are — flaws and all — is essential. His words struck a chord within her, sparking hope. That night, Lily considered her journey and decided to display her artwork at the upcoming local fair. As the date approached, she poured her heart into preparation, selecting pieces that represented her growth. On the day of the fair, as she set up her booth, excitement mixed with fear. Doubts whispered in her mind, but she knew she had to take this leap. As people wandered by, some paused to admire her work. A stranger was attracted by a sunset painting, and they struck up a conversation. For the first time, Lily felt warmth spreading through her as she shared the story behind the piece. Suddenly, she realized her art resonated with someone else, connecting her experiences to another person. Lily began to embrace her imperfections, viewing honesty as strength. Each conversation grew her confidence, and she no longer feared judgment. Instead, she welcomed it as part of the creative process. Now, as a thriving artist in her community, Lily encourages others to share their voices. She holds workshops, guiding aspiring creators to find joy in their unique expressions. “Art is not about perfection; it’s about connection,” she tells them, echoing the curator’s words. Through her journey, she reminds everyone that our stories, no matter how imperfect, deserve to be shared with the world, as they make us human and truly alive. 1．What prevented Lily from sharing her artwork at first? A．Passion for painting in secret. B．Anxiety about others’ opinions. C．Disinterest in others’ judgment. D．Fear of failure in public display. 2．How did the comment of the curator influence Lily? A．It discouraged her from showing her artwork. B．It made her doubt her ability to create perfect art. C．It convinced her that only perfect pieces deserve to be shown. D．It inspired her to accept flaws and share her artwork. 3．After Lily displayed her artwork, she felt more ______. A．depressed. B．hesitant. C．secure. D．annoyed. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Rome wasn’t built in a day. B．Don’t cry over spilled milk. C．The pen is mightier than the sword. D．Stay true to who you are. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述热爱绘画的莉莉因怕评判隐藏作品，后受馆长启发展示作品并成长为艺术家，鼓励他人分享创作的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Yet, her fear of judgment kept her art hidden; she painted in secret, each piece a beautiful treasure waiting for the light of day.(然而，对他人评判的恐惧让她把作品藏了起来；她偷偷地画画，每一幅作品都是等待重见天日的美丽珍宝。)”可知，最初阻止莉莉分享作品的是她对他人看法的焦虑。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中的““Art is not about perfection; it’s about connection,” he said, emphasizing that revealing who we are — flaws and all — is essential. His words struck a chord within her, sparking hope.(‘艺术无关完美，而在于联系，’他说道，并强调展现真实的自己——包括所有缺点——至关重要。他的话引起了她的共鸣，点燃了她的希望。)”以及第三段中莉莉决定在当地集市展示作品可知，馆长的话启发莉莉接受自身作品的不足并分享作品。故选D项。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段中的“For the first time, Lily felt warmth spreading through her as she shared the story behind the piece.(当莉莉分享作品背后的故事时，她第一次感受到温暖在全身蔓延。)”以及第五段中的“Each conversation grew her confidence, and she no longer feared judgment.(每一次交流都增强了她的信心，她不再害怕评判。)”可知，展示作品后，莉莉变得更有信心，内心更有安全感。故选C项。 4．推理判断题。根据文章大意以及最后一段中“Art is not about perfection; it’s about connection,” she tells them, echoing the curator’s words. Through her journey, she reminds everyone that our stories, no matter how imperfect, deserve to be shared with the world, as they make us human and truly alive.( “艺术不在于完美；这是关于联系的，”她告诉他们，呼应了馆长的话。通过她的旅程，她提醒每个人，我们的故事，无论多么不完美，都值得与世界分享，因为它们让我们成为人类，让我们真正活着。)”可推知，我们能从文章中学到做真实的自己这个道理。故选D项。 Honk if You Love Birds When Ariel Cordova-Rojas rode her bike to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge in Queens, New York, last November, she planned to go hiking and bird-watching. Bingo! A mile into her walk, she spotted a gorgeous female mute swan near the water’s edge. Cordova-Rojas, 30, who had worked at the Wild Bird Fund rehabilitation center in Manhattan, knew that mute swans can be aggressive. But as she approached this one, it didn’t move. She was certain that the bird needed medical attention. Cordova-Rojas draped her jacket over the bird’s head to keep it calm, carefully picked it up, and held it in her arms. And then a thought struck her: What do I do now? Her best bet was the rehab center, but that was across the East River and clear on the other side of town. How was she going to transport a 17-pound swan on her bike all that way? Luckily, some bemused strangers driving by offered her, her bike, and the swan a lift to a nearby subway station. On the subway, no one seemed particularly annoyed by the feathered passenger. “One guy”, says Cordova-Rojas, “was sitting right in front of me on his phone. I don’t know if he noticed there was a swan in front of him.” Cordova-Rojas called the rehab center on the way, and Tristan Higginbotham, an animal-care manager, picked her up at the subway station and drove bird, bike, and rescuer to the facility. There, staff members determined that the swan might have lead poisoning, caused by swallowing weights used on fishing lines. The staff got the swan back up on her webbed feet. She even made a boyfriend at the center — another injured swan. Sadly, even with all that TLC, the swan contracted a bacterial infection. Two months after Cordova-Rojas came to her rescue, she passed away. It’s a disappointing ending, but the real story is just how far some people are willing to go to save a swan in the big city — literally. “In all, Cordova-Rojas traveled two hours by foot, car, and subway,” says Higginbotham, “That’s the perfect summary of who she is.” 1．What happened when Ariel Cordova-Rojas went on her trip to Queens? A．She was attacked by an aggressive swan when watching birds. B．She discovered a sick mute swan and took it to the rehab center. C．A female swan was transported to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. D．A female swan was lifted to the nearby subway station by strangers. 2．What can we learn about the swan in the passage? A．It had never been to a rehab center before. B．It bothered the travelers on the subway. C．It was poisoned and then contracted an infection. D．It was successfully rescued by all the passers-by. 3．Which of the following words can best describe Ariel Cordova-Rojas? A．Enthusiastic and creative. B．Cooperative and generous. C．Responsible and ambitious. D．Warm-hearted and professional. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了Ariel Cordova-Rojas在纽约皇后区的一次徒步观鸟之旅中发现一只受伤的疣鼻天鹅，并通过多方努力将其送往野生动物康复中心的故事，展现了她的热心与专业精神。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“When Ariel Cordova-Rojas rode her bike to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge in Queens, New York, last November, she planned to go hiking and bird-watching. (去年11月，Ariel Cordova-Rojas骑自行车前往纽约皇后区的牙买加湾野生动物保护区，计划徒步旅行和观鸟。)”和第二段中“She was certain that the bird needed medical attention. Cordova-Rojas draped her jacket over the bird’s head to keep it calm, carefully picked it up, and held it in her arms. (她确信这只鸟需要医疗护理。Cordova-Rojas把她的夹克盖在鸟的头上，让它保持安静，小心地把它捡起来，抱在怀里。)”以及第三段中“Her best bet was the rehab center, but that was across the East River and clear on the other side of town. (她最好的选择是康复中心，但它在东河对岸，在城市的另一边。)”可知，Ariel Cordova-Rojas在皇后区旅行时发现了一只生病的疣鼻天鹅，并把它带到了康复中心。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据第五段中“There, staff members determined that the swan might have lead poisoning, caused by swallowing weights used on fishing lines. (在那里，工作人员判定这只天鹅可能是铅中毒，病因是吞食了钓鱼线上使用的铅坠。)”以及第六段中“Sadly, even with all that TLC, the swan contracted a bacterial infection. Two months after Cordova-Rojas came to her rescue, she passed away. (不幸的是，尽管得到了悉心的照顾，这只天鹅还是感染了细菌。在Cordova-Rojas救下她两个月后，去世了。)”可知，天鹅先是中毒，然后感染了细菌。故选C项。 3．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Cordova-Rojas, 30, who had worked at the Wild Bird Fund rehabilitation center in Manhattan, knew that mute swans can be aggressive. But as she approached this one, it didn’t move. (30岁的Cordova-Rojas曾在曼哈顿的野生鸟类基金会康复中心工作，她知道疣鼻天鹅可能具有攻击性。但当她走近这只天鹅时，它没有动。)”以及第二段“She was certain that the bird needed medical attention. Cordova-Rojas draped her jacket over the bird’s head to keep it calm, carefully picked it up, and held it in her arms. (她确信这只鸟需要医疗护理。Cordova-Rojas把她的夹克盖在鸟的头上，让它保持安静，小心地把它捡起来，抱在怀里。)”以及Ariel Cordova-Rojas克服重重困难将其送往康复中心的过程可知，这体现了Ariel Cordova-Rojas的热心肠和专业素养。故选D项。 In early 2023, I embarked on a voyage to the Galápagos Islands. It was on Floreana Island’s windswept shore that I encountered a weathered whisky barrel — the legendary Post Office Bay mailbox. It was first used by sailors in 1793 to send mail back home: they would leave a letter and take any addressed to their next port of call to deliver them by hand. It’s still used by tourists. People will leave a letter and take one that they are able to hand-deliver to their next destination. The barrel was full with postcards waiting for delivery. I took a couple home and delivered them with delight: one to a teacher from her pupil, and another from a girl to her boyfriend. The recipients were incredibly grateful. Weeks later, I couldn’t stop thinking about the letters. Then I thought what if I spent a year delivering more letters from that postbox? I realised I could keep my remote job, and at the same time travel the world delivering post, using air miles-and working along the way. By March 2024, I returned to Galápagos I picked out 55 letters and postcards that covered a large geographic area. I aimed to deliver one a week, covering at least 52 countries and spanning all seven continents. I’m 52 and very outgoing, but I’m aware that nowadays people are cautious of speaking to one another. Delivery letter number 50, in Bergen, Norway, I almost got arrested. The lady who answered the door didn’t believe my story and mistook my selfie stick for a weapon, so she called the police. I had to show the officers my GPS location history to prove what I was doing, and we all ended up laughing together. My favourite delivery was letter eight, in Mexico City, from a daughter to her mother, thanking her for letting her follow her dreams. The mother had been very ill, and her daughter wanted to come home from her travels to look after her, but she insisted her daughter should continue with her trip. I’m still in touch with both of them. When I finished my challenge in March this year, I held a party in London and invited everyone I’d met along the way. People came from all over the world. I was so touched and humbled. I’ve made friends for life. 1．How was mail delivered at Post Office Bay in the 18th century? A．By regular local messengers. B．By sailors stationed on the islands. C．By private postal service on the islands. D．By hand-delivery to the next destination. 2．The author decided to return to Galapagos because she ________. A．was assigned to handle some remote work B．was concerned about the delivery of the letters C．intended to use her air miles before the deadline D．wanted to check the letters in the deserted barrel 3．Which words can best describe the author according to the passage? A．Positive and curious. B．Determined and caring. C．Passionate but serious. D．Brave but introverted. 4．What can we learn from this passage? A．New bonds grow out of the traditional practices. B．Letters hold magical power in the modern world. C．Each individual is the architect of their own success. D．Small acts of kindness bring huge emotional rewards. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 4．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了2023年初作者在加拉帕戈斯群岛发现传统邮桶后，返岛选了55封信件，计划一年递送至多地，过程有波折也有温暖，最终完成挑战并收获挚友。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“It was first used by sailors in 1793 to send mail back home: they would leave a letter and take any addressed to their next port of call to deliver them by hand. (1793年，水手们首次使用这种方式来寄信回家：他们会留下一封信，然后把所有写给他们下一站停靠港口的信件拿在手里亲手送达。)”可知，18世纪邮局湾的邮件通过“亲手递送到下一个目的地”的方式传递，故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“Weeks later, I couldn’t stop thinking about the letters. Then I thought what if I spent a year delivering more letters from that postbox? (几周之后，我再也无法停止思考那些信件的事。于是我想，如果我花一年的时间去投递那个邮筒里更多的信件，那会怎么样呢？)”以及第四段“By March 2024, I returned to Galápagos I picked out 55 letters and postcards that covered a large geographic area. (到2024年3月，我回到了加拉帕戈斯群岛。我挑选出了55封信件和明信片，这些信件和明信片涵盖了广阔的地理区域。)”可知，作者决定返回加拉帕戈斯群岛，因为她担心信件的寄送问题。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“By March 2024, I returned to Galápagos I picked out 55 letters and postcards that covered a large geographic area. I aimed to deliver one a week, covering at least 52 countries and spanning all seven continents. (到2024年3月，我回到了加拉帕戈斯群岛。我挑选了55封信件和明信片，它们涵盖了广阔的地理区域。我的目标是每周寄出一封，覆盖至少52个国家，并跨越七大洲。)”可知，作者每周寄出一封信，覆盖至少52个国家，并跨越七大洲，说明其坚定；根据倒数第二段“My favourite delivery was letter eight, in Mexico City, from a daughter to her mother, thanking her for letting her follow her dreams. The mother had been very ill, and her daughter wanted to come home from her travels to look after her, but she insisted her daughter should continue with her trip. I’m still in touch with both of them. (我最喜欢的信件是第八封，来自墨西哥城的一位女儿寄给母亲的信，信中女儿感谢母亲允许她追寻自己的梦想。母亲当时身体非常虚弱，而女儿本想结束旅行回家照顾母亲，但她坚持让女儿继续旅行。我至今仍与她们两人保持着联系。)”可知，作者用心递送每一封信（如墨西哥城女儿写给母亲的感谢信）、与收信人保持联系，说明其体贴。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据第四段By March 2024，I returned to Galápagos I picked out 4 letters and postcards that covered a large geographic area.I aimed to deliver one a week，covering at least 52 countries and spanning all seven continents.（到2024年3月，我回到了加拉帕戈斯群岛。我挑选了4封信件和明信片，它们涵盖了广阔的地理区域。我的目标是每周寄出一封，覆盖至少52个国家，并跨越七大洲。）以及最后一段I've made friends for life.（我结交了终生的朋友。）以及全文核心可知这篇文章讲述了作者2023年在加拉帕戈斯群岛弗洛雷阿纳岛发现一个传统邮筒（邮局湾邮箱）的经历。受此启发，作者决定用一年时间周游世界，亲手递送从邮筒中取出的4封信件和明信片，并与收件人建立了深厚友谊。说明新的联系从传统实践中产生。故选A。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $