题型07 阅读理解之说明文15篇（南通专用）（中考真题+热点话题练）-2026年中考英语总复习(南通专用)

题型07 阅读理解之说明文15篇 (南通专用) 【题型知识点细目表】 题号 难度 知识点 1 适中 说明文,健康与运动 2 适中 说明文,意见/建议,哲理感悟 3 适中 科学幻想,说明文 4 适中 科普知识,说明文,发明与创造 5 较难 科普知识,说明文,环境保护 6 适中 景点/建筑,说明文 7 适中 科普知识,说明文,情绪 8 适中 中华文化,说明文 9 适中 中华文化,说明文,传统工艺 10 适中 科普知识,说明文,常见动物 11 较难 游戏,说明文 12 较易 说明文,动漫与动画 13 适中 说明文,个人经历,电影与戏剧 14 适中 说明文,环境保护 15 适中 科普知识,说明文 【中考真题】 Sports might have started as a way to survive. Long ago, people ran, jumped, and climbed to stay alive. Hunters were known for their special skills. Wall paintings from centuries ago, showing activities like wrestling or dancing, were found in an Egyptian tomb. The ancient Greeks made a big change by holding the first Olympic Games. Modern sports began in England in the early 19th century and then spread globally. These became the models for sports such as football that we play now. Sports come in many shapes and sizes. Organized sports, whether swimming or ice hockey, are serious forms of play. There are rules to obey, skills and positions to learn, and plans to carry out. Team sports like soccer require you to work with teammates, while individual (个人的) sports such as tennis focus on your personal performance. There’s no doubt that sports are valuable. The American Academy of Pediatrics says play is important for kids’ and teens’ thinking, bodies, social lives and feelings. Sports exercise our bodies and teach us about ourselves and our world. Organized sports get us using our bodies and minds, which makes us more imaginative, curious, and creative. The skills we learn can help us in school and later at work. In an ideal world, sports would always be fun. But in reality, sports can cause physical hurt like broken bones, and also harm in mind. In team sports, misunderstandings and hurt feelings are part of the learning process. Sports are supposed to bring people together, but they can also drive people apart. But even when they’re not always a cheerful experience, they show us how to face life’s challenges. You don’t have to be on a school team. But many, like school coaches, have found ways to make play their work, which makes them feel whole. There’s no better place to play and learn about the world than on a sports field. No matter what sport you choose, the key is to play for fun. When you do, you’re already a winner. 1．In which part of a newspaper can we probably read this passage? A．Travel. B．Nature. C．Technology. D．Entertainment. 2．Why is play important for teenagers according to the passage? A．It reduces their physical hurt easily. B．It improves their mind and body health. C．It helps them have more time for sleep. D．It teaches them how to win competitions. 3．Which of the following is the writer’s opinion? A．People should try to become a famous athlete. B．People can play mainly for fun and enjoyment. C．Trying team sports is better than individual ones. D．Avoiding sports that cause hurt is the best choice. 4．What may be the best title for the passage? A．The Styles of Sports B．The History of Sports C．The Charm of Sports D．The Challenges of Sports ①Do you sometimes feel too afraid to try new things? If you want to grow and get better, you need to take risks and challenge yourself. But your brain often tells you to stay safe. It might say, “Don’t bother trying something new.” Even when these thoughts aren’t reasonable, our anxiety (担心) can still win. Instead of thinking about the good things that could happen, we worry more about “What if something goes wrong?” ②Avoiding all risks might seem smart, but it can make you feel unhappy. The problem is that we often make decisions based on feelings, not facts. We think, “The more scared I feel, the riskier it is.” But feelings aren’t always reasonable. If we knew how to think about risks clearly, we’d know which risks are worth taking. For example, trying a new hobby like painting might feel scary at first, but it could bring you joy and new skills. ③Whether you’re afraid to change your job or too nervous to ask a friend for coffee, learning to take “good risks” can improve your life. Here are good ways to help. ④Balance feelings with facts. Many times, we think fear means something risky. But that’s not true. For example, driving a car feels safe because we do it every day, but giving a speech in public might make your heart beat fast. Yet the fact shows that car accidents are much more common than getting hurt while speaking! So before you avoid doing something scary, take three deep breaths and ask yourself, “What’s the real risk here?” ⑤Take steps to succeed. You can do many small things to lower risks. If you’re nervous about a test, make a study plan and review each day—this helps you feel more prepared. It’s okay to feel butterflies in your stomach when you try something new. Facing fear helps build your mental muscle, just like exercising builds physical muscle. So, taking smart risks helps you become mentally stronger. Each time you try something scary, you will learn to deal with uncertainty and anxiety. You’ll also get new skills and grow from mistakes. If you try out for a dance team and don’t make it, you can ask for the reason and then practise more. With practice, you’ll get better at facing risks, and your chances of success will rise. 1．Which of the following is TRUE according to the first two paragraphs? A．Avoiding risks is a smart way to stay happy. B．Taking risks requires us to trust our feelings. C．Our brain often tells us to face challenges bravely. D．Our feelings often influence us to make decisions. 2．What does the underlined phrase “build your mental muscle” mean in the last paragraph? A．Develop strength in your mind. B．Exercise your body to stay healthy. C．Think mainly about cheerful things. D．Avoid situations that make you afraid. 3．What is the structure of this passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2...) A．B． C． D． 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Taking smart risks can push us forward. B．Trying many small things can reduce risks. C．Learning clearly about real risks can help a lot. D．Practising more can help deal with risks better. Hundreds of years ago, ideas like flying to another city through the air sounded like dreams. Yet now scientific study has made them real. Could other fairy tales come true someday? Sleeping Beauty Could anyone sleep for 100 years? Probably not. The daily cycle of sleep and waking is set in your body. But animals like bears can hibernate (冬眠) through the winter until it warms. If scientists can work out how animals hibernate, maybe one day people could hibernate too. It would be great for astronauts to sleep through the long space journey. But hibernating animals still grow older, so a future Sleeping Beauty might wake up as a Sleeping Grandma. Talk to Animals Talking to animals isn’t quite easy. But scientists are trying. Tiny cameras and microphones have collected thousands of hours of animal conversations. Powerful computer programs study animal sounds and match them with possible meanings. Soon they may let us talk back. But there are still challenges. Many animals communicate with smells, body language, and sounds that humans can’t hear. And animals don’t think like people. So, when we think they’re giving directions to the castle, they’re more likely to be saying “This is my tree!” Let Down Your Hair Rapunzel lowers her long hair to let visitors in. But could hair really hold up a prince? Surprisingly, yes! A scientific study has found out that a single hair can hold 3 ounces, the weight of a small tomato. And a common head has about 100,000 hairs. All those together could hold up a couple of elephants. A prince? No problem. However, Rapunzel would also need a shorter tower. Human hair only grows a few feet long. The longest hair ever recorded is about 18 feet long—pretty short for a tower. 1．If astronauts could hibernate, they would ________. A．stop growing completely B．sleep through space travel C．need more food and water D．communicate with animals 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Animals think like people in giving directions. B．Scientists have succeeded in talking back to animals. C．A common person’s hair could hold up a giant panda. D．Rapunzel in the fairy tale has the longest hair in history. 3．What is the main purpose of this passage? A．To discuss new inventions for space travel. B．To tell us how scientists influence fairy tales. C．To compare different animals’ talking habits. D．To show scientific possibilities behind fairy tales. 【热点话题练习】 For those whose hearts often go offbeat, pacemakers (心脏起搏器) are lifesavers. By providing a small electrical support at the right moment, they can keep a heart working properly. Their main problem is that they use batteries. Even the best of them will run out of energy, and changing the batteries requires operations. Since operations are usually best avoided, the search has been on for long-lasting batteries. Different choices have been explored for a long time. Today, pacemakers with lithium batteries (锂电池) last between 5 and 15 years. Zhang Hao, from Shanghai Second Military Medical University, and Yang Bin, from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, tried a way to refill a pacemaker’s battery with electricity(电) by getting energy from inside the body. They report in the magazine ACS Nano that they have also used the heart muscle (肌肉) itself to work. Earlier efforts by other scientists to use heart muscle power to run pacemakers depended on piezoelectric materials (压电材料). These materials can be connected to a beating heart and produce electricity when they are slightly deformed (弯曲). This has worked, but not well enough: the output has rarely been over 5 microwatts (微瓦), while most pacemakers require at least ten. Dr Zhang and Dr Yang believed that they could improve the matter by making their piezoelectric materials more dramatically deformed, and then produce 15 microwatts, because the more deformed, the more electricity will be produced. They put their idea to the test in a 50kg pig. It made enough electricity for the pacemaker to work as expected. Whether such an idea will pass human tests remains to be seen. But if it does, the days of pacemakers that need battery changes through operations may not last long. 1．What is a problem with pacemakers according to the first two paragraphs? A．They often go off beat. B．Their energy can be used up. C．Operations often influence them. D．They sometimes do harm to hearts. 2．What do we know about piezoelectric materials from this passage? A．They can be used to produce electricity. B．They can deform the heart to make it beat faster. C．They were first used by Zhang Hao and Yang Bin. D．They were proved to produce 15 microwatts in human tests. 3．What does the underlined word “dramatically” probably mean? A．Comfortably. B．Safely. C．Greatly. D．Quickly. 4．What is the best title for this article? A．No Need to Use Pacemakers B．The Problem with Piezoelectric Materials C．The Contribution of Chinese Scientists to Heart Operations D．Chinese Scientists Found a New Way to Improve Pacemakers ①The ocean is home to masses of small floating living things called zooplankton (浮游动物). Some are as tiny as 0.04 inches long, and they spend most of their lives asleep, deep in the ocean. New research has shone a light on how these little creatures are important for helping to protect the planet against global warming. ②The research, led by scientists from China, the UK and Canada, focused on the Southern Ocean (also known as the Antarctic Ocean). The Southern Ocean is about one sixteenth of Earth’s total ocean area. ③The team studied types of zooplankton called copepods, krill, and salps. All of these creatures eat tiny plant-like living things called phytoplankton, which live near the sea’s surface and absorb (吸收) carbon dioxide (CO2), a greenhouse gas. Greenhouse gases trap the Sun’s heat in the atmosphere, contributing to climate change. In winter, the zooplankton sink about 1,600 feet below the surface of the ocean. There they slowly breathe out the carbon dioxide from the phytoplankton they have eaten, releasing (释放) it into the water. This process is called the “seasonal migrant pump”. Each year, it transports more than 70 million tons of carbon to areas far below the ocean’s surface. Because the zooplankton are so deep down, the gas they release takes many years, sometimes even centuries, to rise to the surface and enter Earth’s atmosphere. ④Angus Atkinson who worked on the study, told BBC News that without the seasonal migrant pump, the levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere would be double what they are now. ⑤Guang Yang, another researcher, said zooplankton are “unsung heroes” of carbon storage. The team hopes the study will encourage scientists to include zooplankton in their calculations of how much carbon is stored around the world. It also highlights the importance of protecting the Southern Ocean, where krill are in danger because of fishing. Environmental activists say people should be careful not to damage krill populations, which are not only a food source for whales, seals, penguins, and seabirds but also help fight climate change. 1．What does “shone a light on” probably mean in the passage? A．wondered B．shown C．imagined D．doubted 2．Why is the carbon released by zooplankton slow to enter the atmosphere? A．It’s taken in by sea animals quickly. B．It stays deep in the ocean for a long time. C．It is used by phytoplankton again. D．It turns into a different gas under the sea. 3．Which of the following describes the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 4．What might the writer talk about in the next paragraph? A．The reasons for protecting whales, seals and seabirds. B．The purpose of fishing for the seals and zooplankton. C．The products made from the zooplankton from the Southern Ocean. D．The ways of protecting the small zooplankton in the Southern Ocean. When visiting Beijing, the Palace Museum is a must-see for many people. Last year, the museum received 14.2 million visitors, which is twice the number of visitors in 2002. This year it is expected to increase by 10 percent. Compared with other popular museums around the world, the number of visitors at the Palace Museum is very high. Last year the Louvre (卢浮宫) in Paris welcomed 8.8 million visitors and the British Museum in London received 5.8 million. A large number of visitors can bring a lot of money from ticket sales. But there are also worries that people will do damage (破坏) to relics (文物) and old buildings. To solve the problem, some people suggested taking cultural objects out of the Palace Museum. In this way, visitors coming for ancient buildings and cultural objects will go to different places. “It is a sign of progress. Letting more people see these treasures is more important than keeping them in their original (原始的) place,” said Song Xiangguang, a professor at Peking University. However, Shan Jixiang, director of the Palace Museum, doesn’t agree with this idea. He thinks that the most important thing in protecting the Palace Museum is to keep it complete. “The 1.8 million cultural relics and the historical buildings are two key parts of the museum. They can’t be separated,” he said. Shan said that they are planning to increase the space that is open to the public. This will not only feed visitors’ curiosity, but also spread them out so they are not putting too much pressure on one area. Shan also wanted to set up an appointment system. “ If visitors make an appointment before they come, we can make better and different visiting routes for them,” Shan said. 1．How many visitors did the Palace Museum welcome in 2002? A．5.8 million B．7.1 million C．14.2 million D．8.8 million 2．Why did some people suggest taking cultural objects out of the Palace Museum? A．To bring less damage to the relics. B．To let more people see the relics. C．To make more money from ticket sales. D．To keep the Palace Museum original. 3．The underlined word “separated” means ________ in Chinese. A．偷窃 B．破坏 C．分离 D．压迫 4．By reading the article, we can know that ________. A．the Palace Museum has an appointment system now. B．relics are the only important part of the Palace Museum. C．the Louvre welcomed the most visitors in the world last year. D．Shan thought that more areas of the palace should be open to public. Why do We Yawn? Do you yawn? There are about 20 reasons that scientists think are possible for yawning after research. They do not know exactly why yawning happens, but they do know many facts about yawning. We know that everyone yawns in the same way. First you open your mouth slowly. Your mouth stays open for about five seconds. You take in a lot of air and then push it out. Then you quickly close your mouth. We also know that yawning is contagious. When you see someone yawn, you yawn, too. Many people say they yawn because they are bored or tired. That might be true. People do often yawn before they sleep and after they wake up. However, we know that people also yawn when they are excited or nervous. Olympic runners, for example, often yawn before a race. Why is that? In 2007, scientists found that a yawn can help a warm brain cool down. Some scientists believe that yawning makes you notice things more quickly. When you yawn, you breathe deeply. You also stretch (强化) the muscles (肌肉) in your face, mouth, and neck. Your eardrums stretch, too. Maybe this helps you to be quicker to notice things. In some countries, people think yawning is not nice. People put their hands over their mouths to cover a yawn. In other countries, people think yawning is healthy. They think that opening the mouth very big can let good things in. When they breathe out, they think that bad things go out of the body with the air. Scientists do not spend much time studying yawning. That is probably because yawning does not hurt. It is just something we do. 1．What does the underlined word “contagious” in Paragraph 2 mean? A．Able to spread quickly. B．Able to breathe easily. C．Able to change easily. D．Able to sleep quickly. 2．Why do Olympic runners often yawn before a race? A．They are too tired or too bored. B．A yawn can let good things in. C．A yawn can help a warm brain cool down. D．A yawn can stretch the muscles in their faces. 3．What is the main idea of Paragraph 5? A．Reasons for yawning. B．Advantages of yawning. C．Disadvantages of yawning. D．Different ideas about yawning. 4．What can we probably infer from the passage? A．People use different ways to yawn. B．Scientists will do further research on yawning. C．Some scientists think yawning is good for people. D．It’s hard to notice things quickly while yawning. 5．What would be the best structure of the passage? A．①/②/③④⑤/⑥ B．①/②③④⑤/⑥ C．①②③④⑤/⑥ D．①/②③④⑤⑥ China is a country with a long history and rich cultural heritage. In recent years, many Chinese cultural elements have been spreading around the world and gaining popularity among people from different countries. One of the most successful examples is Chinese martial arts (武术). Also known as kung fu, it has become a symbol of Chinese culture. Many foreign people are interested in learning kung fu not only because it is a way of self-defense but also because it helps improve physical health and mental concentration. There are many kung fu schools in foreign countries, and some famous kung fu stars like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan have made great contributions to promoting kung fu around the world. Another popular Chinese cultural element is Chinese cuisine. Chinese food is famous for its rich flavors and diverse styles. Dishes like Peking duck, dumplings and noodles are loved by people in many countries. In many big cities around the world, you can find Chinese restaurants. Some foreign people even learn to cook Chinese food themselves. Chinese food has become a bridge for cultural exchange between China and other countries. Chinese traditional festivals are also being accepted by more and more foreign people. The Spring Festival, for example, is now celebrated in many countries. In some cities, there are dragon dances, lion dances and fireworks displays during the Spring Festival. Foreign people also like to give red envelopes to children, just like Chinese people do. This shows that Chinese festivals are becoming a part of the global cultural celebration. The spread of Chinese cultural elements is not only good for promoting cultural exchange but also helps improve China’s international image. It shows the charm of Chinese culture and makes more people understand China. In the future, more Chinese cultural elements will go global and contribute to building a more harmonious world. 1．Why are foreign people interested in learning Chinese martial arts? A．Only because it is a way of self-defense. B．Only because it helps improve physical health. C．Because it is a way of self-defense and helps improve physical health and mental concentration. D．Because it is easy to learn. 2．Which of the following is a famous Chinese dish? A．Sushi. B．Peking duck. C．Pizza. D．Burger. 3．How do foreign people celebrate the Spring Festival? A．They have dragon dances and lion dances. B．They eat turkey. C．They exchange Christmas gifts. D．They have pumpkin lanterns. 4．What is the benefit of the spread of Chinese cultural elements? A．It helps China make more money. B．It helps promote cultural exchange and improve China’s international image. C．It helps Chinese people learn foreign languages. D．It helps foreign people come to China to work. ①Nantong, a seaside city in Jiangsu, is rich in intangible cultural heritage (ICH, 非物质文化遗产). Blue Calico Printing (蓝印花布), BanYao Kites and Tongzi Opera are its most famous ones. These treasures live on because of hard-working inheritors (传承人) — people who keep traditions alive and bring new ideas. They also have a deep influence on teenagers. ②For Blue Calico Printing, Wang Zhenxing is an important inheritor. Born in the 1930s, he has worked on this art for over 60 years. Since 1958, he has used natural color from blue grass. He also tried new things: he created three kinds of blue (dark, middle and light). He also mixed painting, paper-cutting and other art forms to make new designs. ③Guo Chengyi keeps BanYao Kites alive. As a fifth-generation kite maker, he has worked on this skill for 30 years. He holds free classes in communities, teaching students to cut paper, paint pictures and tie kite lines. ④Hu Dexin is a key inheritor of Tongzi Opera. Born in the 1960s, he comes from a family that has passed down Tongzi Opera for four generations (代). His father, a top-level ICH inheritor of the country, taught him all the skills. Hu not only followed the old traditions but also made new changes. He let people from other countries learn about Tongzi Opera. ⑤These traditional arts bring great social value. Every year, Nantong holds Tongzi Opera shows, BanYao Kite festivals and Blue Calico shows. These events draw visitors, bring local people closer and show Nantong’s culture to the world. For teenagers, these arts are also very meaningful. Many schools invite inheritors to give lessons. Students learn to make kites or Blue Calico bags. Some even become volunteers, sharing what they’ve learned at school culture events. This helps them feel proud of their hometown’s culture. With the hard work of inheritors and the love of teenagers, Nantong’s traditional culture will keep shining for many years. 1．What does “These treasures live on” mean in the first paragraph? A．These arts are only loved by old people. B．These treasures are kept in big museums. C．These traditional arts are still alive today. D．These ICH items are hard for teens to learn. 2．If a student is interested in paper-cutting, he may be more attracted to ________. ①Wang’s Blue Calico work ②Guo’s BanYao Kites ③Hu’s Tongzi Opera shows A．①② B．①③ C．②③ D．①②③ 3．What is the purpose of the author in writing this passage? A．Tell inheritors’ life stories. B．Introduce arts and inheritors. C．Suggest living in Nantong. D．Compare three traditional arts. 4．What is the most proper structure of the passage? A．①/②③/④⑤ B．①②/③④/⑤ C．①/②/③④⑤ D．①/②③④/⑤ A new study suggests that roosters (公鸡) can recognize (认出) themselves in a mirror (镜子). Scientists use the “mark test” to test whether an animal can recognize itself. A mark is put on an animal, usually in a spot that can only be seen in a mirror. Then the animal is allowed to look in a mirror. If the animal seems to pay attention to the mark, scientists believe the animal has recognized itself. The list of animals who can recognize themselves in a mirror isn’t long. The skill has mainly been found in animals with large brains, like dolphins, chimpanzees and elephants. Until recently, only one kind of bird had passed the test. Scientists at the University of Bonn in Germany recently ran the mark test on roosters. They put a pink triangle (三角形) on the chests of the roosters. But when the roosters looked in a mirror, they didn’t seem to notice the mark. The scientists then needed a different way to test whether the roosters could recognize themselves. When there’s danger—like a hawk (鹰) flying above—roosters make loud calls to warn nearby chickens. But roosters only make the cries if other chickens can hear them. If they’re alone, they remain quiet so the hawk won’t see them. The scientists realized that they could use the shadow (影子) of a hawk to test whether or not the roosters thought they were alone—even when they could see “another” chicken in a mirror. First, the scientists let the roosters spend time getting used to being in a closed space and having a mirror around. Then, they ran several tests by making a hawk shadow appear above a rooster and watching how it reacted. When there was no mirror, the rooster reacted as usual. It called out when it was near another rooster (Picture ▲ ), but remained quiet when it was alone. But when a rooster was in a space where it could see itself in the mirror, it wasn’t fooled into thinking there was another rooster. It remained silent under the hawk shadow. It did this even if there was a rooster hidden behind the mirror. The scientists say the results show that the roosters knew they were seeing themselves in the mirror, and not other roosters. 1．What is the purpose of the “mark test”? A．To compare different animals’ intelligence. B．To measure an animal’s brain size. C．To see if an animal can recognize itself. D．To test a bird’s ability to fly. 2．What does the underlined word “them” refer to? A．Hawks. B．Roosters. C．Chickens. D．Scientists. 3．Which of the following pictures can be put into ▲ ? A． B． C． D． 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．Roosters prefer to make no sound when they face danger alone. B．Roosters are not as smart as dolphins, chimpanzees and elephants. C．The mark test can exactly tell if an animal can recognize itself in the mirror. D．When seeing its image in the mirror, the rooster thinks there’s another rooster. “Let’s go! Wahoo!” Sept 13 marked the 40th anniversary of the game Super Mario Bros. With his red hat and famous mustache, the Italian plumber (水管工人) Mario first appeared in the game Donkey Kong (1981). Later in 1985, he became famous with Super Mario Bros. In this game, the Mushroom Kingdom is taken over by King Koopa. With his helpers, he takes Princess Peach away. Mario and his brother Luigi, both plumbers, hear about what has happened and set off to help. Though Mario is a hero in the famous game, he still finds time for many hobbies in the game series and spin-offs. He plays tennis, soccer, baseball and basketball. He is also a race car driver, an Olympic athlete and a doctor. On top of all this, he throws a lot of house parties. In real life, no one could do all of these things. That’s why Mario has won the hearts of millions of fans around the world. Mario’s actions in the game can be easily understood by everyone. As Mario’s creator, Japanese game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, explained in an NPR interview in 2015, “Everyone is afraid of falling from a great height. If there is a gap that you have to cross, everyone is going to try to run to jump across...that’s what really resonated with people.” Thanks to these features (特征), Mario has become an international symbol of gaming. Since the start of Super Mario Bros, he has appeared in more than 200 games. His adventures now reach far beyond the screen: from toys and trading cards to movies and even theme parks—showing once again that he truly is “number one”. Fun facts about Mario Mario’s love of jumping and climbing comes from Shigeru Miyamoto’s own childhood fun with building blocks. — Back in the 1980s, it was much harder to animate (把……制成动画) movements of a character’s mouth or hair. So, Mario was given a mustache and a hat because it was easier. — Mario isn’t always the good guy. In the 1982 game Donkey Kong Junior, Mario is bad. He puts Donkey Kong in a cage, and the ape’s son must save him. Rewards (奖励) keep you playing Have you ever wondered why you can’t stop playing games such as Super Mario? It’s not magic, but psychology. Since our brains love rewards, the people who create games put gifts at different stages to keep people interested. These gifts come in two types: some you get right away, and others you must work hard for. The easy ones might be offered when you level up or find things, while the harder ones could be earned by completing difficult tasks. Mixing these gifts makes the game fun and exciting, giving players quick wins and big goals to reach for. 1．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A．Mario first became famous in the game Donkey Kong in 1981. B．Mario only works as a plumber and never has other roles in games. C．Shigeru Miyamoto got the idea of Mario’s jumping from his childhood building block fun. D．Mario has always been the good guy in all Mario-related games. 2．In the underlined sentence “It’s not magic, but psychology”, what does the underlined word “psychology” most probably mean? A．The knowledge of how to level up in different games. B．The rule of collecting all gifts to finish a game quickly. C．The skill of creating interesting games like Super Mario. D．The study of how the mind works and influences behavior. 3．Why was Mario given a mustache and a hat in the 1980s? A．Because they made Mario look more like a real plumber. B．Because these features were popular among game players at that time. C．Because Shigeru Miyamoto thought they could show Mario’s bravery. D．Because it was harder to animate the movements of a character’s mouth or hair then. 4．What can we learn from Paragraph 4 and Paragraph 5? A．Mario has appeared in more than 300 games since 1985. B．Mario’s easy-to-understand actions help him win many fans. C．Mario’s creator, Shigeru Miyamoto, once worked as a plumber. D．Mario’s hobbies in games are the same as those of real people. Labubu is a character made by a Chinese company called Pop Mart. It has sharp teeth, soft ears, and a playful look. It is becoming very popular all over the world. In fact, more people are searching for it online than for Hello Kitty, a famous character from Japan. This shows that China is getting better at creating new and interesting things, not just making things in factories. Labubu’s “ugly-cute” design is different from traditional ideas of beauty. It mixes Western stories with Chinese legends, like the mythical animals from old tales. Its strange charm makes young people like it because it shows their individuality. Some people think it looks brave, while others find it comforting. Labubu is more than just a toy. It has become a symbol of self-expression and people like to talk about it. Pop Mart’s marketing is helping Labubu become even more popular. Famous people like David Beckham and K-pop stars have shared pictures of Labubu online. This has made millions of people interested in it. On TikTok, there are 1.4 million posts about Labubu. People like to make videos of opening Labubu blind boxes and doing DIY challenges. These blind boxes have surprise figures inside, making shopping fun and exciting. Pop Mart is also helping Labubu become popular in different countries. They have opened stores in famous places and made Labubu look different for each culture. For example, in Thailand, Labubu wears silk costumes for festivals. In Spain, it has bullfighting themes. This makes Labubu a bridge between different cultures. Labubu’s success is a big step for Chinese pop culture. Pop Mart has shown that it can create something that is not just a product, but a story that people can connect with. Labubu is teaching us that being unique can make a big difference. 1．Why do young people like Labubu’s “ugly-cute” design? A．It looks traditional and beautiful. B．It helps them show their unique personalities. C．It is cheaper than other toys. D．It has no connection to old stories. 2．Why does the author mention David Beckham and K-pop stars? A．To show their love for Labubu. B．To prove the quality of Labubu. C．To indicate Labubu’s wide popularity. D．To compare them with Labubu. 3．Which of the following statements is true? A．Labubu is more popular in Japan than Hello Kitty. B．Labubu’s blind boxes are popular because they are the cheapest toys. C．Pop Mart only sells Labubu in China. D．Labubu’s design combines Western stories with Chinese legends. 4．What is the main idea of the article? A．Labubu is a toy made by Pop Mart. B．Pop Mart uses social media to sell toys. C．Hello Kitty is less popular than Labubu now. D．Labubu’s success shows China’s cultural creativity. As young people, many of us dream of becoming “somebody” when we grow up. However, without enough strength or support, we often feel far away from this imagined destination. At times, strange thoughts pop up in our minds: Should we just give up and “lie flat” instead? Not the little piggy and his three friends from the animated (动画的) hit Nobody. This past summer, their story entertained and inspired tens of millions of moviegoers across China. The four little, nameless monsters pretend to be the famous quartet from Journey to the West. They leave Langlang Mountain and set out on their own pilgrimage (朝圣之旅). Along the way, many other monsters laugh at their dreams. But the little pig monster and his friends are not discouraged. They keep fighting “bad guys”, trying to live life on their own terms. Some say that Nobody is not just a movie; rather, it’s more like a mirror. In real life, many ordinary people also choose to hold on to their dreams, even though they face great difficulties. One of them is Pang Zhongwang, now a star student at Tsinghua University. Twenty-six years ago, however, he was born a poor “nobody” in rural Hebei. His late (已故的) mother had a disability and couldn’t work. His father suffered from a serious mental illness. Despite all these challenges, Pang, under his mother’s influence, grew up optimistic. He started to shoulder family duties at a young age. And deep down, this “nobody” also dreamed of becoming “somebody”. With great effort, he always achieved excellent grades in school. In 2017, he caught national attention by scoring an impressive 684 out of 750 in the gaokao. Pang turns out to be luckier than the four monsters in Nobody. He is much closer to his dream of becoming “somebody”. The piggy and his friends, however, fail in their pilgrimage. But their courage is now remembered by many. In a way, they, too, have grown to become “somebodies”. Now, what do you want to do with your big dreams? Clearly, if you “lie flat”, you’ll remain a “nobody”. We wish you good luck as you try to break out of your own “Langlang Mountain”! 1．What do the four little monsters do when other monsters laugh at their dreams? A．They give up and lie flat. B．They try to live life on their own terms. C．They feel sad about it. D．They are discouraged by the laughs. 2．How does the writer explain that Nobody is more like a mirror in real life? A．By listing numbers. B．By drawing a picture of a mirror. C．By giving an example of Pang. D．By describing a scene. 3．What challenges make Pang Zhongwang just a poor “nobody”? ①He was born in a poor rural area. ②He worked hard to shoulder his family duties. ③His mother was disabled and couldn’t work. ④He achieved high grades in school. ⑤His father had a serious mental illness. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①③⑤ D．②④⑤ 4．What does the underlined phrase “Langlang Mountain” refer to (指代)? A．The mountain in the film Nobody. B．The four little monsters. C．The success that we achieved finally. D．The difficulties that stop us being somebody. Every winter, Siberian cranes (白鹤) migrate (迁徙) from northeast Siberia in Russia to Poyang Lake in Jiangxi province, China. About 95 percent of the birds spend the season there. However, climate change has endangered the birds’ habitats (栖息地). “In some years, the Poyang Lake experiences floods, while in others, it experiences droughts. Both of these create food shortages in the cranes’ habitat,” Qian Fawen, a researcher from the National Bird Banding Center of China, told China Daily. To help deal with the problem, the local government has built 70 hectares (公顷) of lotus roots (莲藕) in Nanchang to provide food during the winter for the cranes. The birds’ population has risen from about 3,000 to more than 5,000 over the past 20 years, according to Qian. Over the years, China has worked hard to protect migratory birds and wetlands. Known as the “Earth’s kidneys (肾脏)”, wetlands play a key role in cleaning water, preventing floods, and helping with biodiversity (生物多样性). The Wetlands Protection Law was introduced on June 1, 2022. It stops building work on important national wetlands and bans activities such as overgrazing (过度放牧) and giving out wastewater. In February, black-faced spoonbills (黑脸琵鹭), an endangered species, were seen wintering at Dongting Lake after disappearing for five years. Last December, Shanghai Chongming Dongtan Bird National Nature Reserve recorded more than 2,900 tundra swans up from some 1,000 seen during the winter of 2021. Thanks to these efforts, China has reported more birds wintering in the nation’s wetlands. 1．The bird population is rising in Nanchang because ________. A．climate change doesn’t affect the place B．the city offers more food for birds C．extreme weather hasn’t hit the city D．the city becomes warmer and warmer 2．What main role do wetlands play? A．Providing habitats for migratory birds. B．Looking after water and supporting biodiversity. C．Saving endangered animal species. D．Avoiding overgrazing and water pollution. 3．Paragraph 4 is mainly written to show ________. A．what China has done to protect migratory birds and wetlands B．why the bird population in Nanchang rises quickly C．when the Wetlands Protection Law was introduced D．how China deals with water pollution and overgrazing 4．What do the examples in Paragraph 5 show? A．Migratory birds add biodiversity to China. B．New bird species come to China for winter. C．China has completed its wetlands protection. D．China’s environmental protection is successful. Technology has done our world wonders: from development in medicine to our daily lives. It has undoubtedly changed the way our society works, and how we communicate with one another and ourselves. However, by welcoming technology as part of life, are we losing our ability to create? Technology provides a new chance for creativity to exist (存在). Through technology, ideas can be set free and come to life. We have the necessary tools for greater possibilities and new solutions. For example, businesses now have the chance to improve themselves more creatively through websites, film advertisements, social media or radio. However, when we look more closely, it’s easy to notice some disadvantages. For example, many of us depend so much on automated calculations (计算器) rather than taking the time to work it out for ourselves. Another situation is that a lot of people are spending too much time on screens. As a result, they are reducing the chances to come up with their own creations. Is there a way to find a balance between technology and human creativity? I think so. It is simply a matter of making sure that creativity is not deterred by technology. The first way is to reduce our use of electronic products by setting limits on when, where, and how long we use them, turning off the notice on your phone. Once you become used to these, you will feel surprised how little you think about your phone. Another wonderful way is to take daily walks in nature. It can help you refresh and keep going. In the long run, a daily walk can not only influence our creativity and imagination but further our physical and mental health. We can also develop our creativity by doing yoga, keeping a diary, or reading. The actions you choose to take will help change the relationship between creativity and technology for the better. With the right balance, technology can be a good method of improving creativity. 1．Why does the writer ask the underlined question in the beginning? A．To draw the reader’s attention to the topic. B．To show the writer likes technology. C．To tell the reader the importance of technology. D．To prove creativity is more important. 2．The underlined word “deterred” in Paragraph 4 probably means ________. A．protected B．controlled C．attacked D．prevented 3．The structure of the passage may be ________. A． B． C． D． 4．The writer probably agrees that ________. A．limiting the use of our phones can help us develop creativity B．turning off the notice on the phone will make people worried C．spending time on screens is the easiest way to keep people happy D．a daily walk does more good to physical health than to mental health 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 题型07 阅读理解之说明文15篇 (南通专用) 【题型知识点细目表】 题号 难度 知识点 1 适中 说明文,健康与运动 2 适中 说明文,意见/建议,哲理感悟 3 适中 科学幻想,说明文 4 适中 科普知识,说明文,发明与创造 5 较难 科普知识,说明文,环境保护 6 适中 景点/建筑,说明文 7 适中 科普知识,说明文,情绪 8 适中 中华文化,说明文 9 适中 中华文化,说明文,传统工艺 10 适中 科普知识,说明文,常见动物 11 较难 游戏,说明文 12 较易 说明文,动漫与动画 13 适中 说明文,个人经历,电影与戏剧 14 适中 说明文,环境保护 15 适中 科普知识,说明文 【中考真题】 Sports might have started as a way to survive. Long ago, people ran, jumped, and climbed to stay alive. Hunters were known for their special skills. Wall paintings from centuries ago, showing activities like wrestling or dancing, were found in an Egyptian tomb. The ancient Greeks made a big change by holding the first Olympic Games. Modern sports began in England in the early 19th century and then spread globally. These became the models for sports such as football that we play now. Sports come in many shapes and sizes. Organized sports, whether swimming or ice hockey, are serious forms of play. There are rules to obey, skills and positions to learn, and plans to carry out. Team sports like soccer require you to work with teammates, while individual (个人的) sports such as tennis focus on your personal performance. There’s no doubt that sports are valuable. The American Academy of Pediatrics says play is important for kids’ and teens’ thinking, bodies, social lives and feelings. Sports exercise our bodies and teach us about ourselves and our world. Organized sports get us using our bodies and minds, which makes us more imaginative, curious, and creative. The skills we learn can help us in school and later at work. In an ideal world, sports would always be fun. But in reality, sports can cause physical hurt like broken bones, and also harm in mind. In team sports, misunderstandings and hurt feelings are part of the learning process. Sports are supposed to bring people together, but they can also drive people apart. But even when they’re not always a cheerful experience, they show us how to face life’s challenges. You don’t have to be on a school team. But many, like school coaches, have found ways to make play their work, which makes them feel whole. There’s no better place to play and learn about the world than on a sports field. No matter what sport you choose, the key is to play for fun. When you do, you’re already a winner. 1．In which part of a newspaper can we probably read this passage? A．Travel. B．Nature. C．Technology. D．Entertainment. 2．Why is play important for teenagers according to the passage? A．It reduces their physical hurt easily. B．It improves their mind and body health. C．It helps them have more time for sleep. D．It teaches them how to win competitions. 3．Which of the following is the writer’s opinion? A．People should try to become a famous athlete. B．People can play mainly for fun and enjoyment. C．Trying team sports is better than individual ones. D．Avoiding sports that cause hurt is the best choice. 4．What may be the best title for the passage? A．The Styles of Sports B．The History of Sports C．The Charm of Sports D．The Challenges of Sports 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了体育运动的起源、发展、类型、价值以及其带来的利弊，强调无论选择何种运动，关键是享受乐趣。 1．推理判断题。本文主要讲述了体育运动的起源、发展、类型、价值以及其带来的利弊，属于娱乐休闲范畴，故最有可能出现在报纸的娱乐版块。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“The American Academy of Pediatrics says play is important for kids’ and teens’ thinking, bodies, social lives and feelings. Sports exercise our bodies and teach us about ourselves and our world”可知，玩耍对青少年的思维、身体、社交生活和情感都很重要，体育运动能锻炼我们的身体，让我们了解自己和世界，即玩耍能改善青少年的身心健康。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“No matter what sport you choose, the key is to play for fun. When you do, you’re already a winner.”可知，无论选择什么运动，关键是享受乐趣，当你这样做的时候，你已经是赢家了，由此可推测出作者认为人们可以主要是为了乐趣和享受而运动。故选B。 4．最佳标题题。本文主要讲述了体育运动的起源、发展、类型、价值以及其带来的利弊，强调无论选择何种运动，关键是享受乐趣，以选项C“运动的魅力”为标题最合适。故选C。 ①Do you sometimes feel too afraid to try new things? If you want to grow and get better, you need to take risks and challenge yourself. But your brain often tells you to stay safe. It might say, “Don’t bother trying something new.” Even when these thoughts aren’t reasonable, our anxiety (担心) can still win. Instead of thinking about the good things that could happen, we worry more about “What if something goes wrong?” ②Avoiding all risks might seem smart, but it can make you feel unhappy. The problem is that we often make decisions based on feelings, not facts. We think, “The more scared I feel, the riskier it is.” But feelings aren’t always reasonable. If we knew how to think about risks clearly, we’d know which risks are worth taking. For example, trying a new hobby like painting might feel scary at first, but it could bring you joy and new skills. ③Whether you’re afraid to change your job or too nervous to ask a friend for coffee, learning to take “good risks” can improve your life. Here are good ways to help. ④Balance feelings with facts. Many times, we think fear means something risky. But that’s not true. For example, driving a car feels safe because we do it every day, but giving a speech in public might make your heart beat fast. Yet the fact shows that car accidents are much more common than getting hurt while speaking! So before you avoid doing something scary, take three deep breaths and ask yourself, “What’s the real risk here?” ⑤Take steps to succeed. You can do many small things to lower risks. If you’re nervous about a test, make a study plan and review each day—this helps you feel more prepared. It’s okay to feel butterflies in your stomach when you try something new. Facing fear helps build your mental muscle, just like exercising builds physical muscle. So, taking smart risks helps you become mentally stronger. Each time you try something scary, you will learn to deal with uncertainty and anxiety. You’ll also get new skills and grow from mistakes. If you try out for a dance team and don’t make it, you can ask for the reason and then practise more. With practice, you’ll get better at facing risks, and your chances of success will rise. 1．Which of the following is TRUE according to the first two paragraphs? A．Avoiding risks is a smart way to stay happy. B．Taking risks requires us to trust our feelings. C．Our brain often tells us to face challenges bravely. D．Our feelings often influence us to make decisions. 2．What does the underlined phrase “build your mental muscle” mean in the last paragraph? A．Develop strength in your mind. B．Exercise your body to stay healthy. C．Think mainly about cheerful things. D．Avoid situations that make you afraid. 3．What is the structure of this passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2...) A．B． C． D． 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Taking smart risks can push us forward. B．Trying many small things can reduce risks. C．Learning clearly about real risks can help a lot. D．Practising more can help deal with risks better. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文主要探讨了如何通过理性评估风险、克服恐惧心理，并采取“明智的风险”来促进个人成长和生活改善。 1．推理判断题。根据“The problem is that we often make decisions based on feelings, not facts.”可知，我们的决策常常受情感影响。故选D。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Facing fear helps build your mental muscle, just like exercising builds physical muscle. So, taking smart risks helps you become mentally stronger.”可知，面对恐惧有助于锻炼你的“精神肌肉”，就像锻炼身体肌肉一样，因此明智地冒险可以帮助你在精神上变得更强大。此处的划线部分指“增强心理力量”。故选A。 3．篇章结构题。①段提出问题（恐惧阻碍尝试新事物）；②段分析问题（情感驱动的风险规避）；③段过渡（提出“good risks”概念）；④⑤段分别给出具体方法（平衡情感与事实/分步骤行动）。结构为：①/②/③/④⑤，故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据“learning to take ‘good risks’ can improve your life”以及通读全文可知，本文主要探讨了如何通过理性评估风险、克服恐惧心理，并采取“明智的风险”来促进个人成长和生活改善。文章围绕“明智冒险”展开，故选A。 Hundreds of years ago, ideas like flying to another city through the air sounded like dreams. Yet now scientific study has made them real. Could other fairy tales come true someday? Sleeping Beauty Could anyone sleep for 100 years? Probably not. The daily cycle of sleep and waking is set in your body. But animals like bears can hibernate (冬眠) through the winter until it warms. If scientists can work out how animals hibernate, maybe one day people could hibernate too. It would be great for astronauts to sleep through the long space journey. But hibernating animals still grow older, so a future Sleeping Beauty might wake up as a Sleeping Grandma. Talk to Animals Talking to animals isn’t quite easy. But scientists are trying. Tiny cameras and microphones have collected thousands of hours of animal conversations. Powerful computer programs study animal sounds and match them with possible meanings. Soon they may let us talk back. But there are still challenges. Many animals communicate with smells, body language, and sounds that humans can’t hear. And animals don’t think like people. So, when we think they’re giving directions to the castle, they’re more likely to be saying “This is my tree!” Let Down Your Hair Rapunzel lowers her long hair to let visitors in. But could hair really hold up a prince? Surprisingly, yes! A scientific study has found out that a single hair can hold 3 ounces, the weight of a small tomato. And a common head has about 100,000 hairs. All those together could hold up a couple of elephants. A prince? No problem. However, Rapunzel would also need a shorter tower. Human hair only grows a few feet long. The longest hair ever recorded is about 18 feet long—pretty short for a tower. 1．If astronauts could hibernate, they would ________. A．stop growing completely B．sleep through space travel C．need more food and water D．communicate with animals 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Animals think like people in giving directions. B．Scientists have succeeded in talking back to animals. C．A common person’s hair could hold up a giant panda. D．Rapunzel in the fairy tale has the longest hair in history. 3．What is the main purpose of this passage? A．To discuss new inventions for space travel. B．To tell us how scientists influence fairy tales. C．To compare different animals’ talking habits. D．To show scientific possibilities behind fairy tales. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 【导语】本文通过分析三个经典童话中的场景，探讨了现代科学实现这些幻想的可能性。 1．细节理解题。根据“It would be great for astronauts to sleep through the long space journey.”可知，休眠技术可帮助宇航员在太空旅行中保持睡眠状态。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“And a common head has about 100,000 hairs. All those together could hold up a couple of elephants.”可知，普通人头发可承重两三头大象，大熊猫的体重低于大象的体重，因此一个普通人的头发能够承重一只大熊猫。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文通过分析三个经典童话中的场景，探讨了现代科学实现这些幻想的可能性。故选D。 【热点话题练习】 For those whose hearts often go offbeat, pacemakers (心脏起搏器) are lifesavers. By providing a small electrical support at the right moment, they can keep a heart working properly. Their main problem is that they use batteries. Even the best of them will run out of energy, and changing the batteries requires operations. Since operations are usually best avoided, the search has been on for long-lasting batteries. Different choices have been explored for a long time. Today, pacemakers with lithium batteries (锂电池) last between 5 and 15 years. Zhang Hao, from Shanghai Second Military Medical University, and Yang Bin, from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, tried a way to refill a pacemaker’s battery with electricity(电) by getting energy from inside the body. They report in the magazine ACS Nano that they have also used the heart muscle (肌肉) itself to work. Earlier efforts by other scientists to use heart muscle power to run pacemakers depended on piezoelectric materials (压电材料). These materials can be connected to a beating heart and produce electricity when they are slightly deformed (弯曲). This has worked, but not well enough: the output has rarely been over 5 microwatts (微瓦), while most pacemakers require at least ten. Dr Zhang and Dr Yang believed that they could improve the matter by making their piezoelectric materials more dramatically deformed, and then produce 15 microwatts, because the more deformed, the more electricity will be produced. They put their idea to the test in a 50kg pig. It made enough electricity for the pacemaker to work as expected. Whether such an idea will pass human tests remains to be seen. But if it does, the days of pacemakers that need battery changes through operations may not last long. 1．What is a problem with pacemakers according to the first two paragraphs? A．They often go off beat. B．Their energy can be used up. C．Operations often influence them. D．They sometimes do harm to hearts. 2．What do we know about piezoelectric materials from this passage? A．They can be used to produce electricity. B．They can deform the heart to make it beat faster. C．They were first used by Zhang Hao and Yang Bin. D．They were proved to produce 15 microwatts in human tests. 3．What does the underlined word “dramatically” probably mean? A．Comfortably. B．Safely. C．Greatly. D．Quickly. 4．What is the best title for this article? A．No Need to Use Pacemakers B．The Problem with Piezoelectric Materials C．The Contribution of Chinese Scientists to Heart Operations D．Chinese Scientists Found a New Way to Improve Pacemakers 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了心脏起搏器面临的主要问题是电池续航，以及中国科学家张浩和杨斌尝试通过利用心肌和压电材料为起搏器持续供电的新方法，以解决更换电池需手术的难题。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第1、2段“Their main problem is that they use batteries. Even the best of them will run out of energy...”可知，起搏器的主要问题在于其使用的电池最终会耗尽。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第3段“...piezoelectric materials (压电材料). These materials can be connected to a beating heart and produce electricity...”可知，压电材料可以连接在跳动的心脏上并产生电。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据文章第4段“...making their piezoelectric materials more dramatically deformed, and then produce 15 microwatts, because the more deformed, the more electricity will be produced.”可知，他们通过使压电材料变形得更厉害来产生更多电能，后文明确说“变形越多，产生的电越多”，因此“dramatically”应表示变形程度“大”。故选C。 4．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，文章主要围绕起搏器电池续航问题，重点介绍了中国科学家张浩和杨斌利用心肌和改良压电材料为起搏器供电的新方法及其初步实验结果。故选D。 ①The ocean is home to masses of small floating living things called zooplankton (浮游动物). Some are as tiny as 0.04 inches long, and they spend most of their lives asleep, deep in the ocean. New research has shone a light on how these little creatures are important for helping to protect the planet against global warming. ②The research, led by scientists from China, the UK and Canada, focused on the Southern Ocean (also known as the Antarctic Ocean). The Southern Ocean is about one sixteenth of Earth’s total ocean area. ③The team studied types of zooplankton called copepods, krill, and salps. All of these creatures eat tiny plant-like living things called phytoplankton, which live near the sea’s surface and absorb (吸收) carbon dioxide (CO2), a greenhouse gas. Greenhouse gases trap the Sun’s heat in the atmosphere, contributing to climate change. In winter, the zooplankton sink about 1,600 feet below the surface of the ocean. There they slowly breathe out the carbon dioxide from the phytoplankton they have eaten, releasing (释放) it into the water. This process is called the “seasonal migrant pump”. Each year, it transports more than 70 million tons of carbon to areas far below the ocean’s surface. Because the zooplankton are so deep down, the gas they release takes many years, sometimes even centuries, to rise to the surface and enter Earth’s atmosphere. ④Angus Atkinson who worked on the study, told BBC News that without the seasonal migrant pump, the levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere would be double what they are now. ⑤Guang Yang, another researcher, said zooplankton are “unsung heroes” of carbon storage. The team hopes the study will encourage scientists to include zooplankton in their calculations of how much carbon is stored around the world. It also highlights the importance of protecting the Southern Ocean, where krill are in danger because of fishing. Environmental activists say people should be careful not to damage krill populations, which are not only a food source for whales, seals, penguins, and seabirds but also help fight climate change. 1．What does “shone a light on” probably mean in the passage? A．wondered B．shown C．imagined D．doubted 2．Why is the carbon released by zooplankton slow to enter the atmosphere? A．It’s taken in by sea animals quickly. B．It stays deep in the ocean for a long time. C．It is used by phytoplankton again. D．It turns into a different gas under the sea. 3．Which of the following describes the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 4．What might the writer talk about in the next paragraph? A．The reasons for protecting whales, seals and seabirds. B．The purpose of fishing for the seals and zooplankton. C．The products made from the zooplankton from the Southern Ocean. D．The ways of protecting the small zooplankton in the Southern Ocean. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文介绍浮游动物通过“季节性迁徙”储碳帮助抵抗全球变暖，研究聚焦南大洋，强调保护其浮游动物的重要性。 1．词句猜测题。根据“New research has shone a light on how these little creatures are important for helping to protect the planet against global warming.”可知，新的研究表明，这些小生物对于帮助保护地球免受全球变暖的影响非常重要，该短语意为“阐明”，与show意思相近，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Because the zooplankton are so deep down, the gas they release takes many years, sometimes even centuries, to rise to the surface and enter Earth’s atmosphere.”可知，碳因在深海停留久，进入大气慢，故选B。 3．篇章结构题。①总述浮游动物的作用；②③分述研究及储碳原理；④⑤补充研究者观点与保护意义，选项A符合，故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据“It also highlights the importance of protecting the Southern Ocean, where krill are in danger because of fishing.”可知，下文可能讲保护南大洋浮游动物的方法，故选D。 When visiting Beijing, the Palace Museum is a must-see for many people. Last year, the museum received 14.2 million visitors, which is twice the number of visitors in 2002. This year it is expected to increase by 10 percent. Compared with other popular museums around the world, the number of visitors at the Palace Museum is very high. Last year the Louvre (卢浮宫) in Paris welcomed 8.8 million visitors and the British Museum in London received 5.8 million. A large number of visitors can bring a lot of money from ticket sales. But there are also worries that people will do damage (破坏) to relics (文物) and old buildings. To solve the problem, some people suggested taking cultural objects out of the Palace Museum. In this way, visitors coming for ancient buildings and cultural objects will go to different places. “It is a sign of progress. Letting more people see these treasures is more important than keeping them in their original (原始的) place,” said Song Xiangguang, a professor at Peking University. However, Shan Jixiang, director of the Palace Museum, doesn’t agree with this idea. He thinks that the most important thing in protecting the Palace Museum is to keep it complete. “The 1.8 million cultural relics and the historical buildings are two key parts of the museum. They can’t be separated,” he said. Shan said that they are planning to increase the space that is open to the public. This will not only feed visitors’ curiosity, but also spread them out so they are not putting too much pressure on one area. Shan also wanted to set up an appointment system. “ If visitors make an appointment before they come, we can make better and different visiting routes for them,” Shan said. 1．How many visitors did the Palace Museum welcome in 2002? A．5.8 million B．7.1 million C．14.2 million D．8.8 million 2．Why did some people suggest taking cultural objects out of the Palace Museum? A．To bring less damage to the relics. B．To let more people see the relics. C．To make more money from ticket sales. D．To keep the Palace Museum original. 3．The underlined word “separated” means ________ in Chinese. A．偷窃 B．破坏 C．分离 D．压迫 4．By reading the article, we can know that ________. A．the Palace Museum has an appointment system now. B．relics are the only important part of the Palace Museum. C．the Louvre welcomed the most visitors in the world last year. D．Shan thought that more areas of the palace should be open to public. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了故宫博物院的游客数量情况、大量游客带来的文物保护担忧，以及针对该问题的不同解决方案和故宫院长单霁翔的相关规划。 1．细节理解题。根据“Last year, the museum received 14.2 million visitors, which is twice the number of visitors in 2002.”可知，去年（1420万游客）是2002年的两倍，因此2002年的游客数量为14.2÷2=7.1 million。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“But there are also worries that people will do damage to relics and old buildings. To solve the problem, some people suggested taking cultural objects out of the Palace Museum.”可知，有人建议将文物移出故宫，是为了减少游客对文物和古建筑的破坏。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据“He thinks that the most important thing in protecting the Palace Museum is to keep it complete. ‘The 1.8 million cultural relics and the historical buildings are two key parts of the museum. They can’t be separated.’”可知，单霁翔强调保护故宫的核心是保持其完整性，文物和古建筑是两大关键部分，由此可推测“separated”意为“分离”，即二者不可分割。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“Shan said that they are planning to increase the space that is open to the public.”可知，单霁翔认为故宫应该向公众开放更多区域。故选D。 Why do We Yawn? Do you yawn? There are about 20 reasons that scientists think are possible for yawning after research. They do not know exactly why yawning happens, but they do know many facts about yawning. We know that everyone yawns in the same way. First you open your mouth slowly. Your mouth stays open for about five seconds. You take in a lot of air and then push it out. Then you quickly close your mouth. We also know that yawning is contagious. When you see someone yawn, you yawn, too. Many people say they yawn because they are bored or tired. That might be true. People do often yawn before they sleep and after they wake up. However, we know that people also yawn when they are excited or nervous. Olympic runners, for example, often yawn before a race. Why is that? In 2007, scientists found that a yawn can help a warm brain cool down. Some scientists believe that yawning makes you notice things more quickly. When you yawn, you breathe deeply. You also stretch (强化) the muscles (肌肉) in your face, mouth, and neck. Your eardrums stretch, too. Maybe this helps you to be quicker to notice things. In some countries, people think yawning is not nice. People put their hands over their mouths to cover a yawn. In other countries, people think yawning is healthy. They think that opening the mouth very big can let good things in. When they breathe out, they think that bad things go out of the body with the air. Scientists do not spend much time studying yawning. That is probably because yawning does not hurt. It is just something we do. 1．What does the underlined word “contagious” in Paragraph 2 mean? A．Able to spread quickly. B．Able to breathe easily. C．Able to change easily. D．Able to sleep quickly. 2．Why do Olympic runners often yawn before a race? A．They are too tired or too bored. B．A yawn can let good things in. C．A yawn can help a warm brain cool down. D．A yawn can stretch the muscles in their faces. 3．What is the main idea of Paragraph 5? A．Reasons for yawning. B．Advantages of yawning. C．Disadvantages of yawning. D．Different ideas about yawning. 4．What can we probably infer from the passage? A．People use different ways to yawn. B．Scientists will do further research on yawning. C．Some scientists think yawning is good for people. D．It’s hard to notice things quickly while yawning. 5．What would be the best structure of the passage? A．①/②/③④⑤/⑥ B．①/②③④⑤/⑥ C．①②③④⑤/⑥ D．①/②③④⑤⑥ 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．D 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了打哈欠的相关知识，包括打哈欠的方式、传染性、原因、不同国家的看法以及科学家对其研究的情况等。 1．词句猜测题。根据“When you see someone yawn, you yawn, too.”可知，打哈欠是可以快速传播的。所以“contagious”意为“能够快速传播的”。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“Olympic runners, for example, often yawn before a race. Why is that? In 2007, scientists found that a yawn can help a warm brain cool down.”可知，奥运选手赛前打哈欠是因为打哈欠可以帮助温暖的大脑降温。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。根据“In some countries, people think yawning is not nice...In other countries, people think yawning is healthy.”可知，该段主要讲述了不同国家的人们对打哈欠的不同看法。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据“Some scientists believe that yawning makes you notice things more quickly.”可知，一些科学家认为打哈欠对人们有好处。故选C。 5．篇章结构题。文章第一段引出打哈欠的话题；第二、三、四、五段分别介绍打哈欠的方式、原因、作用以及不同国家的看法；第六段说明科学家对打哈欠研究不多的情况。因此文章结构为：①/②③④⑤/⑥。故选B。 China is a country with a long history and rich cultural heritage. In recent years, many Chinese cultural elements have been spreading around the world and gaining popularity among people from different countries. One of the most successful examples is Chinese martial arts (武术). Also known as kung fu, it has become a symbol of Chinese culture. Many foreign people are interested in learning kung fu not only because it is a way of self-defense but also because it helps improve physical health and mental concentration. There are many kung fu schools in foreign countries, and some famous kung fu stars like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan have made great contributions to promoting kung fu around the world. Another popular Chinese cultural element is Chinese cuisine. Chinese food is famous for its rich flavors and diverse styles. Dishes like Peking duck, dumplings and noodles are loved by people in many countries. In many big cities around the world, you can find Chinese restaurants. Some foreign people even learn to cook Chinese food themselves. Chinese food has become a bridge for cultural exchange between China and other countries. Chinese traditional festivals are also being accepted by more and more foreign people. The Spring Festival, for example, is now celebrated in many countries. In some cities, there are dragon dances, lion dances and fireworks displays during the Spring Festival. Foreign people also like to give red envelopes to children, just like Chinese people do. This shows that Chinese festivals are becoming a part of the global cultural celebration. The spread of Chinese cultural elements is not only good for promoting cultural exchange but also helps improve China’s international image. It shows the charm of Chinese culture and makes more people understand China. In the future, more Chinese cultural elements will go global and contribute to building a more harmonious world. 1．Why are foreign people interested in learning Chinese martial arts? A．Only because it is a way of self-defense. B．Only because it helps improve physical health. C．Because it is a way of self-defense and helps improve physical health and mental concentration. D．Because it is easy to learn. 2．Which of the following is a famous Chinese dish? A．Sushi. B．Peking duck. C．Pizza. D．Burger. 3．How do foreign people celebrate the Spring Festival? A．They have dragon dances and lion dances. B．They eat turkey. C．They exchange Christmas gifts. D．They have pumpkin lanterns. 4．What is the benefit of the spread of Chinese cultural elements? A．It helps China make more money. B．It helps promote cultural exchange and improve China’s international image. C．It helps Chinese people learn foreign languages. D．It helps foreign people come to China to work. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了中国武术、中国美食和中国传统节日等文化元素在全球的传播与受欢迎程度。文章指出这些文化元素的传播不仅促进了中外文化交流，还提升了中国的国际形象，展现了中国文化的魅力。 1．细节理解题。根据“Many foreign people are interested in learning kung fu not only because it is a way of self-defense but also because it helps improve physical health and mental concentration.”可知，外国人对学习中国武术感兴趣，是因为武术既是一种自卫方式，还能帮助改善身体健康和提升精神专注力。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“Chinese food is famous for its rich flavors and diverse styles. Dishes like Peking duck, dumplings and noodles are loved by people in many countries.”可知，北京烤鸭是著名的中国菜肴；而寿司是日本美食，披萨和汉堡是西式食物。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“The Spring Festival, for example, is now celebrated in many countries. In some cities, there are dragon dances, lion dances and fireworks displays during the Spring Festival.”可知，外国人会通过舞龙、舞狮的方式庆祝春节；吃火鸡、交换圣诞礼物是庆祝圣诞节的方式，南瓜灯与万圣节相关。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“The spread of Chinese cultural elements is not only good for promoting cultural exchange but also helps improve China’s international image.”可知，中国文化元素的传播，既有利于促进文化交流，也有助于提升中国的国际形象。故选B。 ①Nantong, a seaside city in Jiangsu, is rich in intangible cultural heritage (ICH, 非物质文化遗产). Blue Calico Printing (蓝印花布), BanYao Kites and Tongzi Opera are its most famous ones. These treasures live on because of hard-working inheritors (传承人) — people who keep traditions alive and bring new ideas. They also have a deep influence on teenagers. ②For Blue Calico Printing, Wang Zhenxing is an important inheritor. Born in the 1930s, he has worked on this art for over 60 years. Since 1958, he has used natural color from blue grass. He also tried new things: he created three kinds of blue (dark, middle and light). He also mixed painting, paper-cutting and other art forms to make new designs. ③Guo Chengyi keeps BanYao Kites alive. As a fifth-generation kite maker, he has worked on this skill for 30 years. He holds free classes in communities, teaching students to cut paper, paint pictures and tie kite lines. ④Hu Dexin is a key inheritor of Tongzi Opera. Born in the 1960s, he comes from a family that has passed down Tongzi Opera for four generations (代). His father, a top-level ICH inheritor of the country, taught him all the skills. Hu not only followed the old traditions but also made new changes. He let people from other countries learn about Tongzi Opera. ⑤These traditional arts bring great social value. Every year, Nantong holds Tongzi Opera shows, BanYao Kite festivals and Blue Calico shows. These events draw visitors, bring local people closer and show Nantong’s culture to the world. For teenagers, these arts are also very meaningful. Many schools invite inheritors to give lessons. Students learn to make kites or Blue Calico bags. Some even become volunteers, sharing what they’ve learned at school culture events. This helps them feel proud of their hometown’s culture. With the hard work of inheritors and the love of teenagers, Nantong’s traditional culture will keep shining for many years. 1．What does “These treasures live on” mean in the first paragraph? A．These arts are only loved by old people. B．These treasures are kept in big museums. C．These traditional arts are still alive today. D．These ICH items are hard for teens to learn. 2．If a student is interested in paper-cutting, he may be more attracted to ________. ①Wang’s Blue Calico work ②Guo’s BanYao Kites ③Hu’s Tongzi Opera shows A．①② B．①③ C．②③ D．①②③ 3．What is the purpose of the author in writing this passage? A．Tell inheritors’ life stories. B．Introduce arts and inheritors. C．Suggest living in Nantong. D．Compare three traditional arts. 4．What is the most proper structure of the passage? A．①/②③/④⑤ B．①②/③④/⑤ C．①/②/③④⑤ D．①/②③④/⑤ 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了南通三种非物质文化遗产及其传承人的故事，并说明这些传统艺术的社会价值和青少年参与情况。 1．词句猜测题。根据“These treasures live on because of hard-working inheritors—people who keep traditions alive and bring new ideas.”可知，传承人的工作是让传统得以存续，因为他们的努力，这些瑰宝得以延续至今，“live on”与选项C“这些传统艺术今天仍然存在”一致。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“He also mixed painting, paper-cutting and other art forms to make new designs.”和“He holds free classes in communities, teaching students to cut paper, paint pictures and tie kite lines.”可知，Wang Zhenxing将剪纸融入蓝印花布，板鹞风筝传承人Guo Chengyi教授学生剪纸，蓝印花布（Wang）和板鹞风筝（Guo）均涉及剪纸，与①和②对应。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文围绕南通的三种传统艺术及其传承人展开（第二至四段），并说明其社会价值（第五段），与选项B“介绍艺术和传承人”一致。故选B。 4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，第一段总述南通非遗概况，第二至四段分述三位传承人，第五段总结艺术的社会价值，结构为“总—分—总”。故选D。 A new study suggests that roosters (公鸡) can recognize (认出) themselves in a mirror (镜子). Scientists use the “mark test” to test whether an animal can recognize itself. A mark is put on an animal, usually in a spot that can only be seen in a mirror. Then the animal is allowed to look in a mirror. If the animal seems to pay attention to the mark, scientists believe the animal has recognized itself. The list of animals who can recognize themselves in a mirror isn’t long. The skill has mainly been found in animals with large brains, like dolphins, chimpanzees and elephants. Until recently, only one kind of bird had passed the test. Scientists at the University of Bonn in Germany recently ran the mark test on roosters. They put a pink triangle (三角形) on the chests of the roosters. But when the roosters looked in a mirror, they didn’t seem to notice the mark. The scientists then needed a different way to test whether the roosters could recognize themselves. When there’s danger—like a hawk (鹰) flying above—roosters make loud calls to warn nearby chickens. But roosters only make the cries if other chickens can hear them. If they’re alone, they remain quiet so the hawk won’t see them. The scientists realized that they could use the shadow (影子) of a hawk to test whether or not the roosters thought they were alone—even when they could see “another” chicken in a mirror. First, the scientists let the roosters spend time getting used to being in a closed space and having a mirror around. Then, they ran several tests by making a hawk shadow appear above a rooster and watching how it reacted. When there was no mirror, the rooster reacted as usual. It called out when it was near another rooster (Picture ▲ ), but remained quiet when it was alone. But when a rooster was in a space where it could see itself in the mirror, it wasn’t fooled into thinking there was another rooster. It remained silent under the hawk shadow. It did this even if there was a rooster hidden behind the mirror. The scientists say the results show that the roosters knew they were seeing themselves in the mirror, and not other roosters. 1．What is the purpose of the “mark test”? A．To compare different animals’ intelligence. B．To measure an animal’s brain size. C．To see if an animal can recognize itself. D．To test a bird’s ability to fly. 2．What does the underlined word “them” refer to? A．Hawks. B．Roosters. C．Chickens. D．Scientists. 3．Which of the following pictures can be put into ▲ ? A． B． C． D． 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．Roosters prefer to make no sound when they face danger alone. B．Roosters are not as smart as dolphins, chimpanzees and elephants. C．The mark test can exactly tell if an animal can recognize itself in the mirror. D．When seeing its image in the mirror, the rooster thinks there’s another rooster. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了公鸡是否能够通过镜子识别自己。科学家通过“标记测试”发现公鸡在镜子中看到自己时，并没有被欺骗，而是意识到镜中的影像是自己，而不是另一只公鸡，这表明公鸡具有一定的自我识别能力。 1．细节理解题。根据“Scientists use the ‘mark test’ to test whether an animal can recognize itself.”可知，“标记测试”是用来测试动物是否能够识别自己在镜子中的影像的。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“But roosters only make the cries if other chickens can hear them. If they’re alone, they remain quiet so the hawk won’t see them.”可知，公鸡只有在其他鸡能听到的情况下才会发出叫声，如果它们是独自一个，它们会保持安静，这样鹰就看不见它们了，故此处them指代“公鸡”。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“When there was no mirror, the rooster reacted as usual. It called out when it was near another rooster”可知，当没有镜子时，公鸡在靠近另一只公鸡时会发出警报声，选项B符合题意。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“But roosters only make the cries if other chickens can hear them. If they’re alone, they remain quiet so the hawk won’t see them.”可知，公鸡在独自面对危险时会选择保持安静，以免被猎鹰发现。故选A。 “Let’s go! Wahoo!” Sept 13 marked the 40th anniversary of the game Super Mario Bros. With his red hat and famous mustache, the Italian plumber (水管工人) Mario first appeared in the game Donkey Kong (1981). Later in 1985, he became famous with Super Mario Bros. In this game, the Mushroom Kingdom is taken over by King Koopa. With his helpers, he takes Princess Peach away. Mario and his brother Luigi, both plumbers, hear about what has happened and set off to help. Though Mario is a hero in the famous game, he still finds time for many hobbies in the game series and spin-offs. He plays tennis, soccer, baseball and basketball. He is also a race car driver, an Olympic athlete and a doctor. On top of all this, he throws a lot of house parties. In real life, no one could do all of these things. That’s why Mario has won the hearts of millions of fans around the world. Mario’s actions in the game can be easily understood by everyone. As Mario’s creator, Japanese game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, explained in an NPR interview in 2015, “Everyone is afraid of falling from a great height. If there is a gap that you have to cross, everyone is going to try to run to jump across...that’s what really resonated with people.” Thanks to these features (特征), Mario has become an international symbol of gaming. Since the start of Super Mario Bros, he has appeared in more than 200 games. His adventures now reach far beyond the screen: from toys and trading cards to movies and even theme parks—showing once again that he truly is “number one”. Fun facts about Mario Mario’s love of jumping and climbing comes from Shigeru Miyamoto’s own childhood fun with building blocks. — Back in the 1980s, it was much harder to animate (把……制成动画) movements of a character’s mouth or hair. So, Mario was given a mustache and a hat because it was easier. — Mario isn’t always the good guy. In the 1982 game Donkey Kong Junior, Mario is bad. He puts Donkey Kong in a cage, and the ape’s son must save him. Rewards (奖励) keep you playing Have you ever wondered why you can’t stop playing games such as Super Mario? It’s not magic, but psychology. Since our brains love rewards, the people who create games put gifts at different stages to keep people interested. These gifts come in two types: some you get right away, and others you must work hard for. The easy ones might be offered when you level up or find things, while the harder ones could be earned by completing difficult tasks. Mixing these gifts makes the game fun and exciting, giving players quick wins and big goals to reach for. 1．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A．Mario first became famous in the game Donkey Kong in 1981. B．Mario only works as a plumber and never has other roles in games. C．Shigeru Miyamoto got the idea of Mario’s jumping from his childhood building block fun. D．Mario has always been the good guy in all Mario-related games. 2．In the underlined sentence “It’s not magic, but psychology”, what does the underlined word “psychology” most probably mean? A．The knowledge of how to level up in different games. B．The rule of collecting all gifts to finish a game quickly. C．The skill of creating interesting games like Super Mario. D．The study of how the mind works and influences behavior. 3．Why was Mario given a mustache and a hat in the 1980s? A．Because they made Mario look more like a real plumber. B．Because these features were popular among game players at that time. C．Because Shigeru Miyamoto thought they could show Mario’s bravery. D．Because it was harder to animate the movements of a character’s mouth or hair then. 4．What can we learn from Paragraph 4 and Paragraph 5? A．Mario has appeared in more than 300 games since 1985. B．Mario’s easy-to-understand actions help him win many fans. C．Mario’s creator, Shigeru Miyamoto, once worked as a plumber. D．Mario’s hobbies in games are the same as those of real people. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．D 4．B 【导语】本文以超级马里奥为话题，介绍了他的形象来源、发展经历以及他在游戏史上的巨大影响，说明马里奥已成为游戏界的象征人物。 1．细节理解题。根据“Mario’s love of jumping and climbing comes from Shigeru Miyamoto’s own childhood fun with building blocks.”可知，马里奥跳跃和攀爬的灵感来自宫本茂童年玩积木的乐趣。故选C。 2．句意猜测题。根据后文“Since our brains love rewards... keep people interested”可知，游戏设计能够吸引玩家，是因为大脑喜欢奖励，这与研究大脑及行为心理有关，与选项D所述“研究思维如何运行及影响行为”一致。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“Back in the 1980s, it was much harder to animate (把……制成动画) movements of a character’s mouth or hair. So, Mario was given a mustache and a hat because it was easier.”可知，给马里奥加胡子和帽子是因为当时制作角色嘴或头发的动画更难，故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据第四段“In real life, no one could do all of these things. That’s why Mario has won the hearts of millions of fans around the world.”和第五段“Mario’s actions in the game can be easily understood by everyone...that’s what really resonated with people.” 可知，马里奥易懂的动作帮助他赢得众多粉丝，故选B。 Labubu is a character made by a Chinese company called Pop Mart. It has sharp teeth, soft ears, and a playful look. It is becoming very popular all over the world. In fact, more people are searching for it online than for Hello Kitty, a famous character from Japan. This shows that China is getting better at creating new and interesting things, not just making things in factories. Labubu’s “ugly-cute” design is different from traditional ideas of beauty. It mixes Western stories with Chinese legends, like the mythical animals from old tales. Its strange charm makes young people like it because it shows their individuality. Some people think it looks brave, while others find it comforting. Labubu is more than just a toy. It has become a symbol of self-expression and people like to talk about it. Pop Mart’s marketing is helping Labubu become even more popular. Famous people like David Beckham and K-pop stars have shared pictures of Labubu online. This has made millions of people interested in it. On TikTok, there are 1.4 million posts about Labubu. People like to make videos of opening Labubu blind boxes and doing DIY challenges. These blind boxes have surprise figures inside, making shopping fun and exciting. Pop Mart is also helping Labubu become popular in different countries. They have opened stores in famous places and made Labubu look different for each culture. For example, in Thailand, Labubu wears silk costumes for festivals. In Spain, it has bullfighting themes. This makes Labubu a bridge between different cultures. Labubu’s success is a big step for Chinese pop culture. Pop Mart has shown that it can create something that is not just a product, but a story that people can connect with. Labubu is teaching us that being unique can make a big difference. 1．Why do young people like Labubu’s “ugly-cute” design? A．It looks traditional and beautiful. B．It helps them show their unique personalities. C．It is cheaper than other toys. D．It has no connection to old stories. 2．Why does the author mention David Beckham and K-pop stars? A．To show their love for Labubu. B．To prove the quality of Labubu. C．To indicate Labubu’s wide popularity. D．To compare them with Labubu. 3．Which of the following statements is true? A．Labubu is more popular in Japan than Hello Kitty. B．Labubu’s blind boxes are popular because they are the cheapest toys. C．Pop Mart only sells Labubu in China. D．Labubu’s design combines Western stories with Chinese legends. 4．What is the main idea of the article? A．Labubu is a toy made by Pop Mart. B．Pop Mart uses social media to sell toys. C．Hello Kitty is less popular than Labubu now. D．Labubu’s success shows China’s cultural creativity. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了泡泡玛特公司推出的拉布布这一角色在全球受欢迎的现象，阐述了其设计特点、营销方式、文化融合及对中国流行文化的意义。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“Its strange charm makes young people like it because it shows their individuality.”可知，拉布布“丑萌”的设计展示出年轻人的个性，即它帮助年轻人展示他们独特的个性。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“Pop Mart’s marketing is helping Labubu become even more popular. Famous people like David Beckham and K-pop stars have shared pictures of Labubu online. This has made millions of people interested in it.”可知，作者提到大卫·贝克汉姆和韩国流行音乐明星是为了表明拉布布很受欢迎。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第二段“It mixes Western stories with Chinese legends, like the mythical animals from old tales.”可知，拉布布的设计融合了西方故事和中国传说。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“This shows that China is getting better at creating new and interesting things, not just making things in factories.”和最后一段“Labubu’s success is a big step for Chinese pop culture. Pop Mart has shown that it can create something that is not just a product, but a story that people can connect with. Labubu is teaching us that being unique can make a big difference.”可知，文章主要讲述了拉布布的成功体现了中国的文化创造力。故选D。 As young people, many of us dream of becoming “somebody” when we grow up. However, without enough strength or support, we often feel far away from this imagined destination. At times, strange thoughts pop up in our minds: Should we just give up and “lie flat” instead? Not the little piggy and his three friends from the animated (动画的) hit Nobody. This past summer, their story entertained and inspired tens of millions of moviegoers across China. The four little, nameless monsters pretend to be the famous quartet from Journey to the West. They leave Langlang Mountain and set out on their own pilgrimage (朝圣之旅). Along the way, many other monsters laugh at their dreams. But the little pig monster and his friends are not discouraged. They keep fighting “bad guys”, trying to live life on their own terms. Some say that Nobody is not just a movie; rather, it’s more like a mirror. In real life, many ordinary people also choose to hold on to their dreams, even though they face great difficulties. One of them is Pang Zhongwang, now a star student at Tsinghua University. Twenty-six years ago, however, he was born a poor “nobody” in rural Hebei. His late (已故的) mother had a disability and couldn’t work. His father suffered from a serious mental illness. Despite all these challenges, Pang, under his mother’s influence, grew up optimistic. He started to shoulder family duties at a young age. And deep down, this “nobody” also dreamed of becoming “somebody”. With great effort, he always achieved excellent grades in school. In 2017, he caught national attention by scoring an impressive 684 out of 750 in the gaokao. Pang turns out to be luckier than the four monsters in Nobody. He is much closer to his dream of becoming “somebody”. The piggy and his friends, however, fail in their pilgrimage. But their courage is now remembered by many. In a way, they, too, have grown to become “somebodies”. Now, what do you want to do with your big dreams? Clearly, if you “lie flat”, you’ll remain a “nobody”. We wish you good luck as you try to break out of your own “Langlang Mountain”! 1．What do the four little monsters do when other monsters laugh at their dreams? A．They give up and lie flat. B．They try to live life on their own terms. C．They feel sad about it. D．They are discouraged by the laughs. 2．How does the writer explain that Nobody is more like a mirror in real life? A．By listing numbers. B．By drawing a picture of a mirror. C．By giving an example of Pang. D．By describing a scene. 3．What challenges make Pang Zhongwang just a poor “nobody”? ①He was born in a poor rural area. ②He worked hard to shoulder his family duties. ③His mother was disabled and couldn’t work. ④He achieved high grades in school. ⑤His father had a serious mental illness. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①③⑤ D．②④⑤ 4．What does the underlined phrase “Langlang Mountain” refer to (指代)? A．The mountain in the film Nobody. B．The four little monsters. C．The success that we achieved finally. D．The difficulties that stop us being somebody. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了电影《小妖怪的夏天》以及现实中的追梦案例。 1．细节理解题。根据“Along the way, many other monsters laugh at their dreams. But the little pig monster and his friends are not discouraged. They keep fighting ‘bad guys’, trying to live life on their own terms.”可知，当其他妖怪嘲笑他们的梦想时，四个小妖怪努力按照自己的方式生活。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“Some say that Nobody is not just a movie; rather, it’s more like a mirror. In real life, many ordinary people also choose to hold on to their dreams, even though they face great difficulties.”“One of them is Pang Zhongwang”可知，作者通过举庞众望的例子，解释《小妖怪的夏天》更像现实生活的一面镜子。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据“he was born a poor ‘nobody’ in rural Hebei”“His late (已故的) mother had a disability and couldn’t work.”“His father suffered from a serious mental illness.”可知，他出生在河北农村、他母亲有残疾，不能工作以及他父亲患有严重的精神疾病，这些挑战让庞众望成为一个可怜的“平凡小人物”。①③⑤符合题意。故选C。 4．词句猜测题。根据“Now, what do you want to do with your big dreams? Clearly, if you ‘lie flat’, you’ll remain a ‘nobody’. We wish you good luck as you try to break out of your own ‘Langlang Mountain’!”可知，作者鼓励走出自己的“浪浪山”，“浪浪山”在此处指那些阻碍我们实现梦想的困难。故选D。 Every winter, Siberian cranes (白鹤) migrate (迁徙) from northeast Siberia in Russia to Poyang Lake in Jiangxi province, China. About 95 percent of the birds spend the season there. However, climate change has endangered the birds’ habitats (栖息地). “In some years, the Poyang Lake experiences floods, while in others, it experiences droughts. Both of these create food shortages in the cranes’ habitat,” Qian Fawen, a researcher from the National Bird Banding Center of China, told China Daily. To help deal with the problem, the local government has built 70 hectares (公顷) of lotus roots (莲藕) in Nanchang to provide food during the winter for the cranes. The birds’ population has risen from about 3,000 to more than 5,000 over the past 20 years, according to Qian. Over the years, China has worked hard to protect migratory birds and wetlands. Known as the “Earth’s kidneys (肾脏)”, wetlands play a key role in cleaning water, preventing floods, and helping with biodiversity (生物多样性). The Wetlands Protection Law was introduced on June 1, 2022. It stops building work on important national wetlands and bans activities such as overgrazing (过度放牧) and giving out wastewater. In February, black-faced spoonbills (黑脸琵鹭), an endangered species, were seen wintering at Dongting Lake after disappearing for five years. Last December, Shanghai Chongming Dongtan Bird National Nature Reserve recorded more than 2,900 tundra swans up from some 1,000 seen during the winter of 2021. Thanks to these efforts, China has reported more birds wintering in the nation’s wetlands. 1．The bird population is rising in Nanchang because ________. A．climate change doesn’t affect the place B．the city offers more food for birds C．extreme weather hasn’t hit the city D．the city becomes warmer and warmer 2．What main role do wetlands play? A．Providing habitats for migratory birds. B．Looking after water and supporting biodiversity. C．Saving endangered animal species. D．Avoiding overgrazing and water pollution. 3．Paragraph 4 is mainly written to show ________. A．what China has done to protect migratory birds and wetlands B．why the bird population in Nanchang rises quickly C．when the Wetlands Protection Law was introduced D．how China deals with water pollution and overgrazing 4．What do the examples in Paragraph 5 show? A．Migratory birds add biodiversity to China. B．New bird species come to China for winter. C．China has completed its wetlands protection. D．China’s environmental protection is successful. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文讲述了中国通过建设湿地保护区、制定法律法规和人工投食等措施，成功保护了白鹤等候鸟的栖息地，使候鸟数量显著增加。 1．细节理解题。根据“To help deal with the problem, the local government has built 70 hectares of lotus roots in Nanchang to provide food during the winter for the cranes.”可知，当地政府种植了70公顷莲藕为白鹤提供冬季食物，所以过去20年白鹤数量从3000只增至5000多只。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Known as the ‘Earth’s kidneys’, wetlands play a key role in cleaning water, preventing floods, and helping with biodiversity.”可知，湿地是“地球之肾”，核心作用是净化水源、防洪、维护生物多样性。故选B。 3．主旨大意题。通读第四段可知，本段主要讲了中国通过制定《湿地保护法》等措施，积极保护具有重要生态功能的湿地和候鸟栖息地。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据“Thanks to these efforts, China has reported more birds wintering in the nation’s wetlands.”可知，多亏这些努力，中国湿地越冬鸟类增多。这些案例表明，中国的环境保护很成功。故选D。 Technology has done our world wonders: from development in medicine to our daily lives. It has undoubtedly changed the way our society works, and how we communicate with one another and ourselves. However, by welcoming technology as part of life, are we losing our ability to create? Technology provides a new chance for creativity to exist (存在). Through technology, ideas can be set free and come to life. We have the necessary tools for greater possibilities and new solutions. For example, businesses now have the chance to improve themselves more creatively through websites, film advertisements, social media or radio. However, when we look more closely, it’s easy to notice some disadvantages. For example, many of us depend so much on automated calculations (计算器) rather than taking the time to work it out for ourselves. Another situation is that a lot of people are spending too much time on screens. As a result, they are reducing the chances to come up with their own creations. Is there a way to find a balance between technology and human creativity? I think so. It is simply a matter of making sure that creativity is not deterred by technology. The first way is to reduce our use of electronic products by setting limits on when, where, and how long we use them, turning off the notice on your phone. Once you become used to these, you will feel surprised how little you think about your phone. Another wonderful way is to take daily walks in nature. It can help you refresh and keep going. In the long run, a daily walk can not only influence our creativity and imagination but further our physical and mental health. We can also develop our creativity by doing yoga, keeping a diary, or reading. The actions you choose to take will help change the relationship between creativity and technology for the better. With the right balance, technology can be a good method of improving creativity. 1．Why does the writer ask the underlined question in the beginning? A．To draw the reader’s attention to the topic. B．To show the writer likes technology. C．To tell the reader the importance of technology. D．To prove creativity is more important. 2．The underlined word “deterred” in Paragraph 4 probably means ________. A．protected B．controlled C．attacked D．prevented 3．The structure of the passage may be ________. A． B． C． D． 4．The writer probably agrees that ________. A．limiting the use of our phones can help us develop creativity B．turning off the notice on the phone will make people worried C．spending time on screens is the easiest way to keep people happy D．a daily walk does more good to physical health than to mental health 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文主要讲述了科技和人类创造力的相互影响。 1．推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了科技的发展与人类创造力之间的关系，故划线部分“However, by welcoming technology as part of life, are we losing our ability to create?”主要用来引起读者对主题的关注。故选A。 2．词义猜测题。根据“Is there a way to find a balance between technology and human creativity? I think so. It is simply a matter of making sure that creativity is not deterred by technology.”可知，在技术和人类创造力之间找到平衡，确保创造力不被技术阻止，“deterred”意为“阻止”。故选D。 3．篇章结构题。第一段引出话题，第二段强调技术对创造力的良好影响，第三段介绍一些缺点，第四、五段介绍如何在技术和人类创造力之间找到平衡，第六段总结。全文是总分总结构。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据“The first way is to reduce our use of electronic products by setting limits on when, where, and how long we use them, turning off the notice on your phone.”可知，限制手机的使用可以帮助我们发展创造力。故选A。 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $