专题08 阅读理解之说明文15篇（江苏专用）（中考真题+中考模拟）-2026年江苏省中考英语总复习(语法+题型)

专题08 阅读理解之说明文15篇 （江苏专用） 内容导航 内容速递 中考真题练习 中考模拟练习 内容速递 本资料共15篇专项训练 中考真题练习 聚焦真题 明确考点 各地市联考真题练习 专注模拟 争夺高分 中考真题练习 For those whose hearts often go off beat, pacemakers (心脏起搏器) are life savers. 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 (锂) batteries 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 depend 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 matters 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．According to the first two paragraphs, what is a problem with pacemakers? 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．From this passage, what do we know about piezoelectric materials? 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 word “dramatically” in the 4th paragraph most probably mean? A．Comfortably. B．Safely. C．Greatly. D．Rapidly. 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 A medical breakthrough in China is giving new hope to people with spinal cord injuries (脊髓损伤). Scientists have created a brain-spinal chip (芯片) that allows paralyzed (瘫痪的) patients to move their legs, and even walk again. The chip, only 1mm wide, is designed to be fitted into the brain and spinal cord. If the natural communication between the brain and muscles (肌肉) is lost, this chip becomes the bridge. When the chips work, they create a direct connection between the brain and muscles. The results have been amazing. A 34-year-old man, paralyzed after a fall, could move his legs just one day after the operation on January 8, 2025. Two weeks later, he walked five meters with help. Three other patients had similar operations in February and March, all getting better within weeks. Even though the patients’ nervous systems were damaged (受损), the chips helped them walk again. This marks a big step in China’s progress in medical science and it brings hope for over 3.7 million people in China. “This is just the beginning,” Jia, the lead researcher, says. “With the technology, these people may one day leave wheelchairs behind after 3 to 5 years of training.” Behind this achievement is a long journey of careful research and bold thinking. It took the researchers over 10 years to develop the chip. They tested it on animals first, and then on people. They faced many challenges, yet they never gave up. Step by step, they developed a system to reconnect the mind and body in ways once appearing only in science fiction. As the chip continues to improve, it lights a new path forward—one built on science, shaped by care, and aimed toward a brighter future. 1．What do we know about the chips mentioned in the passage? A．They are only as wide as 2 mm. B．They are fitted into the man’s arms. C．They help the patients walk again. D．They improve the patients’ memory. 2．Which of the following meanings is suitable for the underlined word “bold”? bold /bəʊld/ adj. 1. PERSON/ACTION not afraid of taking risks and making difficult decisions: He had the ability to take bold imaginative decisions. 2. COLOURS/SHAPES very strong or bright so that you notice them: Stripes are bold, bright, and fun to wear. 3. LINES/WRITING written or drawn in a very clear way: The print should be bold and easy to read. 4. PRINTED LETTERS printed in letters that are darker and thicker than ordinary printed letters: All the headings are in bold type. (From the dictionary) A．1. B．2. C．3. D．4. 3．What is the writer’s main reason for writing this passage? A．To recommend a science story. B．To report a pioneer doctor in medicine. C．To compare different treatments. D．To introduce a new medical success. 4．What would be the best title of this passage? A．China’s Chips Bring New Hope B．Future of China’s Medical Science C．Science Fiction Changes Our Lives D．Challenges for Chinese Scientists 中考模拟真题练习 Paper is one of the basic products of the modern world. From books to toilet paper, everyone uses paper in daily life. According to a report, 40% of the 15 billion trees felled (砍伐) are used to produce paper every year. More importantly, the papermaking process (过程) uses lots of water and causes air pollution. This is where Releaf Paper comes in. The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves. The company was set up by Valentyn Frechka. He has always been interested in biochemistry, which led him to try making paper from grass. When that failed, he moved on to leaves and achieved success. ▲ Some European cities collect leaves from their streets and send them to Releaf Paper. Then, using mechanical (机械的) and chemical processes, the company is able to create one ton of cellulose (纤维素) from 2.3 tons of leaves. Cellulose is the material that paper is made of. Lignin, the leftover (残留物) from the processes, is then sent back to the cities to be used as fertilizer (化肥). The new processes use 15 times less water and cause less air pollution than the traditional paper producing model. “We are working only with the leaves that we get from cities because we cannot use the leaves from the forest. It’s not easy to collect them in the forest, and there is no need because there is an ecosystem (生态系统).” Frechka said. “We get leaves for making paper and return lignin to the cities. It’s like a win-win model.” 1．What does the underlined word “ingenious” mean? A．Creative. B．Expensive. C．Traditional. D．Common. 2．Which sentence can be put in ▲ ? A．What can people do with waste? B．Why is producing eco-friendly paper important? C．Why did Frechka start Releaf Paper? D．So how is the paper produced? 3．What do we know about lignin? A．It’s a kind of harmful waste. B．It can be used in city gardens. C．Paper is made of the material. D．It can be used to create cellulose. 4．Which can be a proper title for the passage? A．Uses of paper in everyday life B．The importance of trees on the planet C．A company turns leaves into paper D．Some cities make better use of paper Qinqiang Opera is one of the earliest forms of opera in China. It started from the ancient folk songs and dances of the Han people in Shaanxi and Gansu provinces. According to historical records, the local opera dates all the way back to the Qin dynasty. Qinqiang Opera shows the daily life and feelings of ancient Chinese people. In 2006, Qinqiang Opera was added to China’s National Intangible Heritage List (非物质文化遗产名录). Hou Yan, 48, the master of Qinqiang Opera, started learning it from her mother when she was 4 years old. Training in the basic skills of Qinqiang Opera is very challenging. In 1985, Hou studied at an art school in Ningxia, where teachers were very strict with students. Leg stretching (伸展), waist bending (弯曲) and somersaults (翻筋斗) were just some of her daily training routines. Her hard work paid off. Hou became a performer with a troupe at the age of 16. But since 1993, the sweeping trend (趋势) of pop and Western music has hit Qinqiang Opera hard. The troupe was closed and Hou had no choice but to leave the opera stage she loved. After 1995, however, China has made great efforts to develop its traditional culture. Hou returned to the stage in 2000 and devoted herself to the opera form. “I knew I’d planted my roots on the opera stage,” said Hou. Now, Hou’s team presents hundreds of Qinqiang Opera performances every year in the towns and villages of Ningxia. The average age of Hou’s opera team is 30. In 2021, they staged about 150 school performances. “As we become more confident about our culture, more young people take traditional culture as a fashionable trend and become promoters of our own culture,” says Hou. 1．Why does the writer mention Hou Yan’s daily training in Paragraph 2? A．To explain why Hou Yan left the opera stage in the 1990s. B．To prove the art school in Ningxia was popular at that time. C．To show how difficult it is to master Qinqiang Opera’s basic skills. D．To express that Qinqiang Opera’s basic skills are mainly for the young. 2．Which of the following shows the development of Qinqiang Opera? A．B． C． D． 3．What does Hou Yan’s team’s work show about the inheritance of Qinqiang Opera? A．Qinqiang’s inheritance needs young people’s efforts. B．Government support is the key to Qinqiang’s survival. C．Western music doesn’t have much influence on Qinqiang. D．School shows get more attention than village shows for Qinqiang. 4．What can we learn from Hou Yan’s words in the last paragraph? A．Traditional art can be promoted if it follows Western music. B．Traditional culture should be considered as a fashion for fun. C．Cultural confidence can lead to promoting traditional culture. D．Culture promoting needs support from people around the world. Since the comedy TV show Amazing Night 2 was first shown on Tencent Video on Sept 26, it has started lively discussions about its sketch comedies (小品喜剧). Wang Xinran, 31, is one of the comedy writers for Amazing Night 2. In 2016, she took an improv comedy (即兴喜剧) course in Shanghai and fell in love with this art form. Since then, she has performed in about 1,000 improv comedy shows. “In improv comedy, what is performed on stage is not planned in advance; instead, it is created by actors on the spot,” Wang explained. After developing her acting skills and taking writing classes, Wang wrote a few comedy scripts and got the chance to write for Amazing Night 2. At the show, she worked with actors to create a sketch comedy called That Day, I Was on the Rooftop. Creating a comedy show often needs teamwork between actors and writers, as they act out a story idea and turn it into a complete scene through improvisation (即兴创作). That’s why Wang believes improv acting skills help build a strong base for comedy writing. Before the show is filmed, writers and actors must change something to improve their scripts all the time based on audience feedback. “We polish (润色) every script until the last second, adding more jokes and changing actors’ performances,” Wang said. Though many believe comedies are always positive, they often start with a negative feeling or idea. “For example, if you’re angry with someone who loves telling others what to do, you can turn that feeling into a ‘game’,” Wang said. In this case, the “game” can be a person who lectures others anytime and anywhere. With this idea, the writer can then decide the setting and character relationships to make the show as funny as possible. While comedies always try to be funny, Wang believes a good comedy show should also connect with the audience. “Comedies have the power to heal (治愈), and that’s a big reason behind Amazing Night 2’s success,” Wang said. 1．What can we learn about Wang Xinran’s comedy experience from the passage? A．She became a comedy actor right after taking acting classes. B．She has already written over 1000 comedy scripts since 2016. C．She started to show her love for comedy with an improv course. D．She works as a full-time teacher of improv comedy writing at school. 2．Before the show is filmed, how do writers and actors make their scripts better? A．By strictly following the writer’s suggestions. B．By making changes based on the audience’s advice. C．By changing all the negative ideas into positive ones. D．By learning funny points from other popular comedies. 3．What does Wang Xinran mean by the “game” when writing a sketch comedy? A．It is an unplanned performance made up by actors on the stage. B．It is a humorous situation mainly created from positive feelings. C．It means an interesting idea developed from unpleasant emotions. D．It means the competition between writers to create the funniest script. 4．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To advise people to take improv courses to become comedy writers. B．To tell readers when the TV show Amazing Night 2 became successful. C．To share Wang Xinran’s experience and opinions on comedy creation. D．To explain the differences between sketch comedy and improv comedy. ①At the 9th International ICH (Intangible Cultural Heritage) Festival which took place from May 28th to June 3rd in Chengdu, an ICH inheritor of bamboo weaving impressed all the experts, artists, and ICH fans from different countries and areas of the world. She presented people a bamboo strip as thin as a cicada’s (蝉) wing. They couldn’t help shouting in surprise, “How incredible!” ②Bamboo weaving is a traditional Chinese handicraft, with a history of thousands of years. It is the art of making things out of long, thin bamboo strips. Craftsmen twist and weave the bamboo strips to make various daily items, such as baskets, fans, hats, furniture and even toys. ③ ▲ First, choose good bamboo and peel the skin. Then, cut it into thin strips. After that, boil and dry the strips to make them strong. Finally, skilled craftsmen start to weave the strips into different shapes, with beautiful patterns like flowers and animals. ④Yang Changqin, born in Chishui, Guizhou Province, is a post—90s from a bamboo—weaving family. As the sixth—generation inheritor of bamboo weaving, she has devoted herself to the traditional craft for over 10 years. Yang does a lot to bring bamboo weaving to the market. She has set up a company to make and sell bamboo products. She gives instructions to local villagers and helps them lift off poverty (贫困). She makes vlogs inside bamboo forests to introduce bamboo weaving to netizens on social media. ⑤Bamboo weaving is an important part of traditional Chinese culture. It not only shows the wisdom and creativity of Chinese working people but also allows people all over the world to appreciate its unique charm. It’s more than a craft. It’s a bridge connecting the past to the future. By learning and sharing bamboo weaving, we can help keep this ancient art form alive. 1．What does the underlined word “incredible” probably mean in English? A．Uncomfortable. B．Unbelievable. C．Uninteresting. D．Unfriendly. 2．Which of the following sentences can fill in “ ▲ ” of Para. 3? A．Bamboo weaving wins worldwide attention and recognition. B．Some bamboo weaving artworks can be used as decorations. C．Bamboo weaving is full of unique charm and cultural value. D．The process of bamboo weaving requires time and patience. 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．The local villagers benefit from bamboo weaving. B．Bamboo weaving has a history of hundreds of years. C．Social media is of no use to the spread of bamboo weaving. D．The 9th International ICH Festival lasted for over a month. 4．Which graph shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． He Hua Shen was one of the most eye-catching programs at the 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala. It brought together twelve performers, each standing for a goddess in charge of one month’s flower. The show was based on the traditional Chinese custom of the twelve monthly flower goddesses, which has been popular for hundreds of years. What made the show special was its perfect mix of traditional culture and modern technology. The designers created costumes in classic Chinese styles, using non-heritage fabrics and patterns from ancient cultural relics. For example, Li Qin, playing the Goddess of Osmanthus (桂花), wore an elegant Song-style dress that showed the beauty of traditional clothing. Qin Lan appeared as the Goddess of Peach Blossoms, whose look was soft and lovely like blooming peach flowers. Besides beautiful looks, the program also carried deep cultural meanings. Each flower and goddess stands for certain values in Chinese culture. The chrysanthemum (菊花) means purity and independence, while the lotus (荷花) stands for honesty and elegance. Through beautiful scenes, the show told these cultural stories in a lively and modern way. Modern technology played an important role, too. With AI and 3D effects, the stage looked like a real garden where flowers of twelve months bloomed at the same time. The amazing visual (视觉的) experience made the program popular among people of all ages, especially the young. He Hua Shen is more than just a performance. It helps traditional Chinese culture become fresh and lively again. It allows people at home and abroad to understand and appreciate (欣赏) traditional beauty in a new way. Many people hope to see more such creative cultural programmes in the future. 1．What is the first paragraph mainly about? A．The history of flower culture. B．A simple introduction of He Hua Shen. C．The stories of twelve flower goddesses. D．The importance of the Spring Festival Gala. 2．Why are Li Qin and Qin Lan mentioned in Paragraph 2? A．To compare their different styles. B．To introduce their acting skills. C．To show the charm of the costumes. D．To explain the meaning of flowers. 3．Which of the following shows cultural meanings? A．Twelve performers appear on the stage. B．The dresses use non-heritage materials. C．3D effects make the stage like a garden. D．The lotus stands for honesty and elegance. 4．What can we infer about the program? A．It is only welcomed by old people. B．It makes traditional culture closer to people. C．It depends too much on modern technology. D．It explains the history of each flower in detail. 5．What is the purpose of the text? A．To introduce a cultural programme. B．To show how technology helps spread culture. C．To teach people how to enjoy flowers. D．To show the improvement of Chinese clothing. Have you noticed how many of your classmates share funny short videos during breaks? Short video apps like TikTok and Instagram Reels have become a big part of teenagers’ lives around the world. These platforms allow users to create, edit, and share videos that are usually 15 to 60 seconds long. They offer everything from dance challenges and science experiments to language learning tips and news updates. For many students, short videos are not just entertainment (娱乐)—they’re also a way to express themselves, learn new skills, and connect with friends. However, experts are studying how these apps affect young people. One recent survey found that the average teenager spends about 90 minutes daily watching short videos. While some content is educational, spending too much time scrolling (刷屏) can reduce time for homework, sports or sleep. Another worry is that algorithms (运算法则) might show users only what they like, creating “information bubbles” that limit what they see. To use short video apps wisely, here are some suggestions: ※ Set a daily time limit（for example, 30 minutes）. ※ Follow accounts (账号) that teach useful skills or share positive stories. ※ Be careful about sharing personal information. ※ Remember that many videos show only the highlights of someone’s life, not the whole picture. The key is balance. Short videos can be a fun tool for relaxation and learning if used mindfully. As one middle school teacher said, “Technology itself isn’t good or bad, it’s how we choose to use it that matters.” 1．What is the main idea of the second paragraph? A．All short videos are educational. B．Making short videos is very difficult. C．Short videos are only for entertainment. D．Short videos have different uses for teenagers. 2．According to the survey mentioned, what is the average daily time teenagers spend on short videos? A．30 minutes. B．60 minutes. C．90 minutes. D．120 minutes. 3．What does “information bubbles” mean in the third paragraph? A．Video storage space. B．A type of educational video C．A tool to protect users’ privacy. D．Only seeing content that matches your interests. 4．Which suggestion is NOT given in the text for using short video apps wisely? A．Only watch videos at night. B．Set a daily time limit. C．Follow educational accounts. D．Protect personal information. 5．What can we learn from the teacher’s words in the last paragraph? A．Technology always brings trouble. B．Students should stay away from video apps. C．Short videos are good for daily study. D．The way we use technology is the most important. Greg is a digital artist from Poland. He is known for his dream-like scenery paintings in a classic style. He has even created art for famous video games. Recently, he has become well-known in the world of AI tools. His special painting style is now one of the most popular keywords in free AI art tools. These tools enable anyone to create images by typing simple text. For example, if you type “Greg style”, the AI will produce a picture that looks very much like his work. But there’s a serious problem: most of these AI pictures are used without the agreement from the artists or proper copyright rules. This has caused problems in law, and artists like Greg are upset. A website that studies AI tools found that Greg’s name was used as a keyword nearly 100,000 times in Stable Diffusion. At first, he was shocked. When he searched his name online, he saw many AI-made images labeled “Greg style”—but he didn’t create any of them. “It’s only been a month,” Greg said worriedly. “What will happen in a year? The internet might be full of fake AI art, and I won’t even find my real work.” Greg isn’t alone. Many artists discovered their works were used to train AI models without agreement. Karla, an artist from San Francisco, found her art in Stable Diffusion’s training data. She has spoken out strongly about AI and copyright. Artists fear they’ll lose income, since people can use AI images to make money without paying for artists. “A group is growing in the art world,” says Karla. “We want to find ways to end or mitigate this problem.” The group is just starting and may push for new laws or rules. 1．What is the key reason that makes Greg famous recently? A．He painted in a dream-like classic way. B．He created art for famous video games. C．His painting style is widely used in AI tools. D．He started a group to fight AI copyright problems. 2．What does the phrase “Greg style” do in AI tools? A．It helps to protect Greg’s copyright. B．It teaches users how to draw like Greg. C．It helps users find Greg’s real artworks. D．It creates images that look like Greg’s art. 3．How did Greg feel when he saw AI pictures with his name? A．Proud and excited. B．Curious and quite happy. C．Shocked and worried. D．Angry and very frightened. 4．In the last paragraph, what does “mitigate” most likely mean? A．Make the problem worse. B．completely solve the problem. C．Make the problem less serious. D．Forget the problem and move on. 5．What do artists like Karla want to do to solve the problem? A．To push for new laws and rules. B．To sell their artwork at higher prices. C．To stop using AI tools completely. D．To create more traditional art pieces. The average person eats about 40 kg of meat per year. In developed countries, it’s double that—about the same weight as an adult dolphin. But experts now advise cutting down the amount of meat we eat to help slow down the warming of the Earth. So, here’s a thought experiment: what if the whole world turned vegan (eating no animal products at all)? Around 15% of all greenhouse gases produced by humans come from raising farm animals. If we all become vegan, these gases will be slashed. Eating meat takes up space—a lot of it. Around 80% of all farmland is used for producing meat and milk products. This area is almost as large as Europe, the United States, China, and Australia put together. Meat and milk usually give us only 18% of the energy we need, but they cause 60% of the harmful gases from farming. A report by the UN’s climate body, the IPCC, recommends we all reduce the amount of meat we eat, and also how much we waste. The report has found that 8%—10% of the world’s harmful gases come from lost or wasted food. ▲ Large-scale (大规模) farming of cows causes especially serious harm and has been a big factor in the loss of the Amazon Rainforest. When cows digest (消化) their food, they produce methane (CH4)—a powerful greenhouse gas that is about 28 times more powerful than carbon dioxide (CO2) over 100 years. One cow lets out between 70 and 100 kg of methane every year, and there are around 1.5 billion cows in the world today. But small-scale farming of animals can have a lower environmental footprint, and sometimes—as with traditional grazing (放牧)—can even help wildlife and plants live together. Vegan alternatives (替代) also come with their own problems. For example, large-scale bean production can cause forests to be cut down, and almond (杏仁) production requires huge amounts of water. If everyone changed to a plant-based diet, it could bring important health benefits. One study guessed that if everyone ate a vegan diet—rich in fresh fruit and vegetables—around eight million deaths could be avoided worldwide by 2050. There are no simple answers. If everyone changes how they view food, produce it, and eat it in a green way, we might change the world. 1．What does “be slashed” in Paragraph 1 most probably mean? A．Double. B．Remain. C．Reduce greatly. D．Increase slightly. 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Raising cows especially harms the Earth. B．A vegan world would end food waste. C．Small farms are more harmful to the Earth. D．Bean production needs plenty of water. 3．Which of the following is the most suitable for ▲ ? A．Raising sheep also harms the Earth. B．Many countries begin raising fewer cows. C．People must stop eating beef at once. D．Not all farming influences the Earth equally. 4．This passage is mainly about ________. A．why cows mainly cause the warming of the Earth B．why we should stop eating meat to protect the Earth C．how eating meat harms the Earth and what we can do D．what the advantages of eating fruits and vegetables are Have you ever really loved a TV show? I mean the kind you think about all day and can’t wait to discuss with your friends. Especially when an episode (集) ends with an unsolved situation that makes you really want to know what happens next—but when will the next episode be? This wanting often leads to binge-watching (追剧). Thanks to developments in internet speed and technology, streaming (流媒体) services now allow us to watch the whole seasons of our favorite shows whenever we want. This has made binge-watching very common among young people. However, recent research from British media watchdog Ofcom has found that out of the more than half of British adults who watch more than one episode of a show back-to-back, almost a third have admitted (承认) missing sleep or becoming tired as a result; and one quarter have put off their homework. Next we’ll be missing work! Teachers are now worried that students might fail to complete homework for the same reason. ▲ All of these are often connected to a shortage of self-control and may develop into bad habits. Many people find binge-watching difficult to stop once they start. Some students report that it has made them unable to focus on studying. This raises an important question: could binge-watching become a new form of addiction (瘾)? The plenty of information and entertainment that television and online media can bring us is, many would say, a good thing. However, like any activity, when we go too far, it can be dangerous. It becomes especially worrying when it begins to influence our sleep, schoolwork, or personal relationships. So what’s the solution? Moderation! Learning to manage our screen time wisely requires us to set clear rules—for example, by deciding on a viewing timetable beforehand—while also exploring other relaxing activities, such as reading, sports, or socializing with friends. Remember the old saying: “A little of what you enjoy does you good.” 1．What can we learn about binge-watching? A．It encourages students to finish their homework on time. B．It is becoming less common because of new technology. C．It may lead to sleep loss and less time for important tasks. D．It helps build closer friendship through shared TV interest. 2．Why did the writer mention Ofcom’s research in paragraph 3? A．To prove that binge-watching can be harmful. B．To show how popular binge-watching is among adults. C．To introduce the main contents of TV shows in Britain. D．To explain why streaming services have become so popular. 3．Which of the following is the most suitable for ▲ ? A．Why should people stop binge-watching? B．What are the main reasons for binge-watching? C．Binge-watching stops us better understanding the world. D．Binge-watching is similar to harmful habits like binge-eating. 4．What’s the passage mainly about? A．Binge-watching is popular but should be controlled wisely. B．Streaming services bring enjoyment as well as self-control problems. C．Binge-watching has become an addiction that influences our daily lives. D．People should manage their screen time and find other relaxing activities instead. Here we were, with less than a month to go before the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games began! The Games, which took place from Feb 6 to 22, were special because they were co-hosted by two cities for the first time in Winter Olympic history. The competition sites were spread across four locations: Milan, Valtellina, Val di Fiemme, and Cortina. Traveling between these places usually took more than five hours one way, as they were 250 to 400 kilometers apart. Because of this, “it was almost impossible to bring athletes from the mountains to the city for the opening ceremony,” Andrea Varnier, the CEO of the Milano-Cortina organizing committee (委员会), told NBC News. That was why the opening ceremony (仪式) did not take place in just one city. Apart from the main event in Milan, there were smaller ceremonies and athlete parades in other Olympic locations. Two cauldrons (火炬台) were lit at the same time—one at Milan’s Arco della Pace and the other at Cortina’s Piazza Angelo Dibona, the organizing committee said. Varnier told Xinhua that the competition sites were spread out to make use of the already-built ones so they would not be wasted after the Games. Sustainability (可持续性) was a key goal of the Winter Olympics. Even though traveling between the competition sites was difficult, the advantages made it all worth it. There were 16 sports disciplines(体育项目) and 116 medal events. Ski mountaineering became an Olympic sport for the first time. In this event, athletes first skied uphill, then carried their skis while climbing. At the top, they took the skins off their skis and raced downhill to the finish line. During the Games, athletes from all over the world competed and celebrated unity (团结) and the Olympic spirit. It was an event to remember, showing how the Olympics can adapt (适应) and innovate (创新). Let’s cheer for them together! 1．What made the 2026 Winter Olympics special? A．It lasted longer than other Olympics. B．It had the most medal events in history. C．Events were held in two cities. D．It was the first Winter Olympics to be held in Italy. 2．What could we learn about the opening ceremony? A．It was a five-hour celebration. B．The main ceremony was held in Milan. C．It was held in the mountains without athletes. D．Only one cauldron was lit at Milan’s Arco della Pace. 3．What could we infer from Paragraph 4? A．The use of the already-built competition sites prevented waste. B．A new road was built to improve traveling for athletes. C．Building new competition sites for the Games was a better choice. D．The 2026 Winter Olympics were the first to aim for sustainability. 4．Which best describes the athletes at the Games? A．Athletes only competed in Milan. B．Athletes from around the world celebrated unity. C．Athletes avoided the opening ceremony. D．Athletes focused only on ski mountaineering. 5．What was the main idea of the passage? A．How Italy won the right to host the Games. B．Why ski mountaineering became an Olympic sport. C．What athletes did at the 2026 Winter Olympics. D．What made the 2026 Winter Olympics different. Have you ever wondered what it is like to be an astronaut? They face many challenges in space. Weightlessness is  bad for human health. It can cause muscle and bone loss as well as vision (视觉) problems. Cosmic radiation (宇宙辐射) can harm their DNA．So, we need to understand how the human body changes in space. But researchers don’t have a good understanding of what actually happens to DNA in space. Studying telomeres (端粒), the “end-parts” of chromosomes (染色体) that protect the ends of the DNA, may help. Researchers know that telomeres get shorter as people get older. Stress, smoking and unhealthy environments make telomeres shorter, too. The length of telomeres is connected to the risk of heart disease and cancer. This makes them important to study for human health. In 2015, NASA did a study on the twin astronauts Scott and Mark Kelly. Scott spent a year on the International Space Station while Mark stayed on Earth. Researchers found Scott’s telomeres increased in length while in space. His telomeres then quickly shortened when he returned to Earth. In fact, they were even shorter than before he went into space. The study gave researchers valuable new information about astronaut health. To find out if the same changes happen during a shorter trip, another study was done on four astronauts who carried on a 3-day mission (任务).Their telomeres were longer during spaceflight. But when they returned to Earth, their telomeres shortened quickly. They slowly returned to near normal length about 2 months later. Both studies showed that space trips, even short ones, can change telomere length. Scientists think telomere length changes because of cosmic radiation exposure. Radiation, which is everywhere in space, can harm DNA．Spending more time in space also means more exposure. The International Space Station has protection in areas people use often. This helps protect the astronauts from some radiation. But what if humans want to travel to or stay on other planets someday? We need a better method to reduce radiation harm. Space is a dangerous environment. We don’t know a lot about how it can influence people’s health for a long time, especially their DNA．The more we know, the better we will be able to keep our astronauts healthy. By learning more about changes like telomere length, scientists can find ways to protect future space travellers. As space tourism becomes more common, this knowledge will be key to keeping people safe and healthy in space. 1．Which problem may weightlessness bring to astronauts in space? A．Cancer. B．Bone loss. C．Heart disease. D．Hearing problems. 2．Why is studying telomeres important according to the passage? A．Because it creates a healthy environment. B．Because it helps reduce astronauts’ stress. C．Because it protects astronauts from radiation. D．Because it shows how DNA changes in space. 3．What can we learn from the two studies? A．Scott’s telomeres returned to near normal length finally. B．The time of spaceflight decides telomere length changes. C．All the astronauts’ telomeres were longer during spaceflight. D．The twin astronauts both carried on a 1-year mission in space. 4．How does the writer show the influence of space on human health? A．By listing numbers. B．By providing examples. C．By giving instructions. D．By introducing backgrounds information. Carl Behnke, a food safety expert at Purdue University, had long been curious about the actual cleanliness of his reusable water bottle. He put paper towels into the bottle and, upon pulling them out, was shocked to see how dirty they turned out to be. This inspired him to design a study. Behnke and his workmates stopped passers-by along a road at Purdue University and asked if they would be happy to lend their water bottles to them as part of their research — to see how clean they were. “One thing that stood out from the project was the number of people who didn’t want to know the results,” recalls Behnke. “Basically, they knew that their cleaning habits were poor, with some even hardly thinking about cleaning their bottles.” Research shows that reusable water bottles can carry millions of bacteria (细菌). A study found that water in bottles used by adults went from about 75,000 bacteria per milliliter in the morning to over 1-2 million by the end of the day. Contamination (污染) often comes from the drinker’s hands, mouth, and the outside of the bottle. Those who don’t wash their hands regularly may introduce harmful germs like E. coli into their bottles. While most bacteria are harmless, they can put some people at risk, especially those with poor health. Besides, drinks that have sugar can feed bacteria, making the situation worse. Although there is a small chance that we get serious illnesses from reusable bottles, it’s still important to keep good hygiene (卫生). To cut down bacterial growth, it’s suggested to clean your water bottle regularly. Behnke’s research showed that people who used brushes or dishwashers had the lowest bacteria counts. People should clean their bottles with hot water and soap, letting the bottle sit under water for about ten minutes before washing. It’s important to let the bottle air-dry to prevent wetness buildup, which encourages bacteria. And proper handwashing before touching your clean bottle can also help cut down contamination. 1．Why does the writer mention the fact that Carl Behnke put paper towels into the bottle in the first paragraph? A．To lead in the study. B．To give a solution. C．To explain a subject. D．To tell a story. 2．What can be inferred about the people in the study according to Paragraph 2? A．They actively helped with the study. B．They thought the study was necessary. C．They were confident about the study results. D．They were clear they didn’t take good care of their bottles. 3．What’s a suggested way to reduce bacteria growth? A．Wiping with clean dry towels. B．Washing hands regularly with soap. C．Using brushes with hot soapy water. D．Washing for about ten minutes each time. 4．Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． ①When people think of wildfires, burning trees often come up. If you see a city burning while its trees remain standing, you might wonder if something unusual is happening. ②For weeks in January, large wildfires spread through Los Angeles. They destroyed a large number of homes and many people lost their lives. As pictures of the fires spread across the Internet, people noticed trees standing next to burned-out homes and cars. Some didn’t believe that a fire would leave trees untouched. “Is there a secret attack on L. A．homes?” they asked. The simple answer is no. As plenty of pictures and videos from Los Angeles show, trees can and do catch fire. ③But it’s true that some did not burn. Scientists say there is a simple explanation for that. ④It is all about moisture. “It’s quite easy to understand,” said Miranda Hart, a biology professor. “Trees are filled with thousands and thousands of liters (升) of water.” To be clear, trees do burn when fires are big and hot enough. But if a tree full of water is next to something very dry, the dry thing will burn first and even change the way of the fire. “In that way, you can imagine the fire just going around the tree if there’s enough ‘fuel’ (燃料) on either side of it,” Prof. Hart added. ⑤In addition, the tree type also matters. Certain trees are more likely to catch fire. Deciduous trees (trees that lose their leaves every year), for example, are hard to burn. That’s because their leaves include more water. While for conifers-trees with needlelike (针状的) leaves, things are the opposite. ⑥In Los Angeles, palms (棕榈树) are everywhere. They’ve become a symbol of the city. But based on their research, palm trees are especially easy to spread fire because of their structure and type. So, to reduce fire risks, the local fire departments have advised against planting more palms. Without proper care, these trees can burn and spread rapidly during wildfires and endanger the people and objects nearby. 1．Some people had doubts about the wildfires in Los Angeles because ________. A．they have lasted much longer than usual B．hidden enemies attacked homes and cars C．some trees remained unchanged in the fires D．pictures of the fires spread across the Internet 2．The underlined word “moisture” in Paragraph ④ probably means ________. A．dry condition B．water content C．high heat D．cold temperature 3．How would a fire pass through a tree full of water and dry things according to Prof. Hart? ⭕a tree full of water    a dry thing     fire’s path A．B．C． D． 4．Which of the following shows the structure of this text according to the theory below? problems-raising (提出)→problem-analyzing (分析)→problem-solving A．①②→③④→⑤⑥ B．①→②③→④⑤⑥ C．①②→③④⑤→⑥ D．①→②③④⑤→⑥ 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 $ 专题08 阅读理解之说明文15篇 （江苏专用） 内容导航 内容速递 中考真题练习 中考模拟练习 内容速递 本资料共15篇专项训练 中考真题练习 聚焦真题 明确考点 各地市联考真题练习 专注模拟 争夺高分 中考真题练习 For those whose hearts often go off beat, pacemakers (心脏起搏器) are life savers. 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 (锂) batteries 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 depend 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 matters 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．According to the first two paragraphs, what is a problem with pacemakers? 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．From this passage, what do we know about piezoelectric materials? 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 word “dramatically” in the 4th paragraph most probably mean? A．Comfortably. B．Safely. C．Greatly. D．Rapidly. 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】本文主要介绍中国科学家发现了一种改进心脏起搏器的新方法。 1．细节理解题。根据“Their main problem is that they use batteries. Even the best of them will run out of energy, and changing the batteries requires operations.”可知，心脏起搏器的问题是电池会耗尽电量，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“These materials can be connected to a beating heart and produce electricity when they are slightly deformed (弯曲).”可知，这些材料在轻微弯曲时，能够与跳动的心脏相连并产生电能，所以压电材料可以被用来发电。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据“because the more deformed, the more electricity will be produced”可知，因为变形程度越大，产生的电量就越多；可推测出“dramatically”意为“显著地”，与“greatly”意思相近。故选C。 4．最佳标题题。本文主要介绍中国科学家发现了一种改进心脏起搏器的新方法，D选项为最佳标题。故选D。 A medical breakthrough in China is giving new hope to people with spinal cord injuries (脊髓损伤). Scientists have created a brain-spinal chip (芯片) that allows paralyzed (瘫痪的) patients to move their legs, and even walk again. The chip, only 1mm wide, is designed to be fitted into the brain and spinal cord. If the natural communication between the brain and muscles (肌肉) is lost, this chip becomes the bridge. When the chips work, they create a direct connection between the brain and muscles. The results have been amazing. A 34-year-old man, paralyzed after a fall, could move his legs just one day after the operation on January 8, 2025. Two weeks later, he walked five meters with help. Three other patients had similar operations in February and March, all getting better within weeks. Even though the patients’ nervous systems were damaged (受损), the chips helped them walk again. This marks a big step in China’s progress in medical science and it brings hope for over 3.7 million people in China. “This is just the beginning,” Jia, the lead researcher, says. “With the technology, these people may one day leave wheelchairs behind after 3 to 5 years of training.” Behind this achievement is a long journey of careful research and bold thinking. It took the researchers over 10 years to develop the chip. They tested it on animals first, and then on people. They faced many challenges, yet they never gave up. Step by step, they developed a system to reconnect the mind and body in ways once appearing only in science fiction. As the chip continues to improve, it lights a new path forward—one built on science, shaped by care, and aimed toward a brighter future. 1．What do we know about the chips mentioned in the passage? A．They are only as wide as 2 mm. B．They are fitted into the man’s arms. C．They help the patients walk again. D．They improve the patients’ memory. 2．Which of the following meanings is suitable for the underlined word “bold”? bold /bəʊld/ adj. 1. PERSON/ACTION not afraid of taking risks and making difficult decisions: He had the ability to take bold imaginative decisions. 2. COLOURS/SHAPES very strong or bright so that you notice them: Stripes are bold, bright, and fun to wear. 3. LINES/WRITING written or drawn in a very clear way: The print should be bold and easy to read. 4. PRINTED LETTERS printed in letters that are darker and thicker than ordinary printed letters: All the headings are in bold type. (From the dictionary) A．1. B．2. C．3. D．4. 3．What is the writer’s main reason for writing this passage? A．To recommend a science story. B．To report a pioneer doctor in medicine. C．To compare different treatments. D．To introduce a new medical success. 4．What would be the best title of this passage? A．China’s Chips Bring New Hope B．Future of China’s Medical Science C．Science Fiction Changes Our Lives D．Challenges for Chinese Scientists 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文介绍了中国科学家研发的一种脑脊髓芯片如何帮助脊髓损伤患者恢复行走能力，标志着中国在医学科学领域的重大进步，并为数百万患者带来新希望。 1．细节理解题。根据“Scientists have created a brain-spinal chip (芯片) that allows paralyzed (瘫痪的) patients to move their legs, and even walk again.”可知，这种芯片可以帮助瘫痪患者重新行走起来。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Behind this achievement is a long journey of careful research and bold thinking.”可知，bold thinking与careful research为并列关系，描述研究历程。根据词典中的第一条释义“1. PERSON/ACTION not afraid of taking risks and making difficult decisions”可知，bold可意为“敢于冒险和制定困难的决策”，这与研究者十年攻坚、突破常规的背景匹配。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据“A medical breakthrough in China is giving new hope to people with spinal cord injuries (脊髓损伤). Scientists have created a brain-spinal chip (芯片) that allows paralyzed (瘫痪的) patients to move their legs, and even walk again.”可知，文章首段点明主题，即医学上的突破，后续聚焦芯片原理、疗效及意义，末段展望未来。因此，作者的写作意图应是介绍一项新的医疗成果。故选D。 4．最佳标题题。本文介绍了中国科学家研发的一种脑脊髓芯片如何帮助脊髓损伤患者恢复行走能力，标志着中国在医学科学领域的重大进步，并为数百万患者带来新希望。选项A“中国芯片带来新的希望”作为标题最为合适。故选A。 中考模拟真题练习 Paper is one of the basic products of the modern world. From books to toilet paper, everyone uses paper in daily life. According to a report, 40% of the 15 billion trees felled (砍伐) are used to produce paper every year. More importantly, the papermaking process (过程) uses lots of water and causes air pollution. This is where Releaf Paper comes in. The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves. The company was set up by Valentyn Frechka. He has always been interested in biochemistry, which led him to try making paper from grass. When that failed, he moved on to leaves and achieved success. ▲ Some European cities collect leaves from their streets and send them to Releaf Paper. Then, using mechanical (机械的) and chemical processes, the company is able to create one ton of cellulose (纤维素) from 2.3 tons of leaves. Cellulose is the material that paper is made of. Lignin, the leftover (残留物) from the processes, is then sent back to the cities to be used as fertilizer (化肥). The new processes use 15 times less water and cause less air pollution than the traditional paper producing model. “We are working only with the leaves that we get from cities because we cannot use the leaves from the forest. It’s not easy to collect them in the forest, and there is no need because there is an ecosystem (生态系统).” Frechka said. “We get leaves for making paper and return lignin to the cities. It’s like a win-win model.” 1．What does the underlined word “ingenious” mean? A．Creative. B．Expensive. C．Traditional. D．Common. 2．Which sentence can be put in ▲ ? A．What can people do with waste? B．Why is producing eco-friendly paper important? C．Why did Frechka start Releaf Paper? D．So how is the paper produced? 3．What do we know about lignin? A．It’s a kind of harmful waste. B．It can be used in city gardens. C．Paper is made of the material. D．It can be used to create cellulose. 4．Which can be a proper title for the passage? A．Uses of paper in everyday life B．The importance of trees on the planet C．A company turns leaves into paper D．Some cities make better use of paper 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了Releaf Paper公司利用树叶制造环保纸的过程、优势及意义，强调了这种创新方式对环境保护和资源循环利用的积极作用。 1．根据“The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves.”可知，该公司找到了一种用树叶代替木材制造环保纸的方法，这是一种创新的做法，所以“ingenious”意思是“有创意的”，与“Creative”意思相近。 2．根据“Some European cities collect leaves from their streets and send them to Releaf Paper. Then, using mechanical (机械的) and chemical processes, the company is able to create one ton of cellulose (纤维素) from 2.3 tons of leaves.”可知，此段主要介绍了纸是如何用树叶生产出来的，所以D选项“那么纸是如何生产的呢？”符合语境。 3．根据“Lignin, the leftover (残留物) from the processes, is then sent back to the cities to be used as fertilizer (化肥).”可知，木质素是生产过程中的残留物，会被送回城市用作化肥，所以它可以用于城市花园。 4．根据“This is where Releaf Paper comes in. The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves.”以及全文内容可知，本文主要介绍了Releaf Paper公司利用树叶制造环保纸的相关内容，所以C选项“一家公司把树叶变成纸”最符合文章主旨。 Qinqiang Opera is one of the earliest forms of opera in China. It started from the ancient folk songs and dances of the Han people in Shaanxi and Gansu provinces. According to historical records, the local opera dates all the way back to the Qin dynasty. Qinqiang Opera shows the daily life and feelings of ancient Chinese people. In 2006, Qinqiang Opera was added to China’s National Intangible Heritage List (非物质文化遗产名录). Hou Yan, 48, the master of Qinqiang Opera, started learning it from her mother when she was 4 years old. Training in the basic skills of Qinqiang Opera is very challenging. In 1985, Hou studied at an art school in Ningxia, where teachers were very strict with students. Leg stretching (伸展), waist bending (弯曲) and somersaults (翻筋斗) were just some of her daily training routines. Her hard work paid off. Hou became a performer with a troupe at the age of 16. But since 1993, the sweeping trend (趋势) of pop and Western music has hit Qinqiang Opera hard. The troupe was closed and Hou had no choice but to leave the opera stage she loved. After 1995, however, China has made great efforts to develop its traditional culture. Hou returned to the stage in 2000 and devoted herself to the opera form. “I knew I’d planted my roots on the opera stage,” said Hou. Now, Hou’s team presents hundreds of Qinqiang Opera performances every year in the towns and villages of Ningxia. The average age of Hou’s opera team is 30. In 2021, they staged about 150 school performances. “As we become more confident about our culture, more young people take traditional culture as a fashionable trend and become promoters of our own culture,” says Hou. 1．Why does the writer mention Hou Yan’s daily training in Paragraph 2? A．To explain why Hou Yan left the opera stage in the 1990s. B．To prove the art school in Ningxia was popular at that time. C．To show how difficult it is to master Qinqiang Opera’s basic skills. D．To express that Qinqiang Opera’s basic skills are mainly for the young. 2．Which of the following shows the development of Qinqiang Opera? A．B． C． D． 3．What does Hou Yan’s team’s work show about the inheritance of Qinqiang Opera? A．Qinqiang’s inheritance needs young people’s efforts. B．Government support is the key to Qinqiang’s survival. C．Western music doesn’t have much influence on Qinqiang. D．School shows get more attention than village shows for Qinqiang. 4．What can we learn from Hou Yan’s words in the last paragraph? A．Traditional art can be promoted if it follows Western music. B．Traditional culture should be considered as a fashion for fun. C．Cultural confidence can lead to promoting traditional culture. D．Culture promoting needs support from people around the world. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文介绍了中国最古老的戏曲形式之一——秦腔的历史渊源，以及秦腔艺术家侯艳从小学艺、历经波折到回归舞台并致力于传承的感人故事。 1．第二段详细描述了侯艳在艺校的日常训练，包括“Leg stretching, waist bending and somersaults were just some of her daily training routines.”，并且提到“teachers were very strict”，这些内容旨在说明掌握秦腔基本功的艰辛与挑战。 2．秦腔起源于秦代，1985年侯艳进入宁夏艺校学习，1993年受到打击，1995年中国大力发展传统文化，2000年秦腔重返舞台，2021年举办约150场学校演出。对应“上升→下降→再上升”的曲线，与选项B的曲线图对应。 3．第四段提到侯艳的团队每年演出数百场，且“The average age of Hou’s opera team is 3.”，第五段提到他们进行了大量校园演出，说明年轻一代正在参与到秦腔的传承中，这体现了传承需要年轻人的努力。 4．最后一段侯艳说“As we become more confident about our culture, more young people take traditional culture as a fashionable trend and become promoters of our own culture.”，明确指出文化自信促使年轻人成为传统文化的推广者。 Since the comedy TV show Amazing Night 2 was first shown on Tencent Video on Sept 26, it has started lively discussions about its sketch comedies (小品喜剧). Wang Xinran, 31, is one of the comedy writers for Amazing Night 2. In 2016, she took an improv comedy (即兴喜剧) course in Shanghai and fell in love with this art form. Since then, she has performed in about 1,000 improv comedy shows. “In improv comedy, what is performed on stage is not planned in advance; instead, it is created by actors on the spot,” Wang explained. After developing her acting skills and taking writing classes, Wang wrote a few comedy scripts and got the chance to write for Amazing Night 2. At the show, she worked with actors to create a sketch comedy called That Day, I Was on the Rooftop. Creating a comedy show often needs teamwork between actors and writers, as they act out a story idea and turn it into a complete scene through improvisation (即兴创作). That’s why Wang believes improv acting skills help build a strong base for comedy writing. Before the show is filmed, writers and actors must change something to improve their scripts all the time based on audience feedback. “We polish (润色) every script until the last second, adding more jokes and changing actors’ performances,” Wang said. Though many believe comedies are always positive, they often start with a negative feeling or idea. “For example, if you’re angry with someone who loves telling others what to do, you can turn that feeling into a ‘game’,” Wang said. In this case, the “game” can be a person who lectures others anytime and anywhere. With this idea, the writer can then decide the setting and character relationships to make the show as funny as possible. While comedies always try to be funny, Wang believes a good comedy show should also connect with the audience. “Comedies have the power to heal (治愈), and that’s a big reason behind Amazing Night 2’s success,” Wang said. 1．What can we learn about Wang Xinran’s comedy experience from the passage? A．She became a comedy actor right after taking acting classes. B．She has already written over 1000 comedy scripts since 2016. C．She started to show her love for comedy with an improv course. D．She works as a full-time teacher of improv comedy writing at school. 2．Before the show is filmed, how do writers and actors make their scripts better? A．By strictly following the writer’s suggestions. B．By making changes based on the audience’s advice. C．By changing all the negative ideas into positive ones. D．By learning funny points from other popular comedies. 3．What does Wang Xinran mean by the “game” when writing a sketch comedy? A．It is an unplanned performance made up by actors on the stage. B．It is a humorous situation mainly created from positive feelings. C．It means an interesting idea developed from unpleasant emotions. D．It means the competition between writers to create the funniest script. 4．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To advise people to take improv courses to become comedy writers. B．To tell readers when the TV show Amazing Night 2 became successful. C．To share Wang Xinran’s experience and opinions on comedy creation. D．To explain the differences between sketch comedy and improv comedy. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了喜剧编剧Wang Xinran的成长经历，以及她对即兴喜剧、小品创作和喜剧治愈力量的理解与看法。 1．第二段提到“In 2016, she took an improv comedy course in Shanghai and fell in love with this art form.”，说明她是通过一门即兴喜剧课程开始爱上喜剧的。 2．第四段提到“Before the show is filmed, writers and actors must change something to improve their scripts all the time based on audience feedback.”，表明编剧和演员会根据观众的反馈不断修改剧本。 3．第五段提到“For example, if you’re angry with someone who loves telling others what to do, you can turn that feeling into a ‘game’.”，这个例子说明“game”是将负面情绪（如愤怒）转化为有趣的喜剧设定。 4．全文围绕Wang Xinran的个人经历展开，讲述了她如何接触即兴喜剧、如何成为编剧、以及她对喜剧创作的看法，因此主要目的是分享她的经验和观点。 ①At the 9th International ICH (Intangible Cultural Heritage) Festival which took place from May 28th to June 3rd in Chengdu, an ICH inheritor of bamboo weaving impressed all the experts, artists, and ICH fans from different countries and areas of the world. She presented people a bamboo strip as thin as a cicada’s (蝉) wing. They couldn’t help shouting in surprise, “How incredible!” ②Bamboo weaving is a traditional Chinese handicraft, with a history of thousands of years. It is the art of making things out of long, thin bamboo strips. Craftsmen twist and weave the bamboo strips to make various daily items, such as baskets, fans, hats, furniture and even toys. ③ ▲ First, choose good bamboo and peel the skin. Then, cut it into thin strips. After that, boil and dry the strips to make them strong. Finally, skilled craftsmen start to weave the strips into different shapes, with beautiful patterns like flowers and animals. ④Yang Changqin, born in Chishui, Guizhou Province, is a post—90s from a bamboo—weaving family. As the sixth—generation inheritor of bamboo weaving, she has devoted herself to the traditional craft for over 10 years. Yang does a lot to bring bamboo weaving to the market. She has set up a company to make and sell bamboo products. She gives instructions to local villagers and helps them lift off poverty (贫困). She makes vlogs inside bamboo forests to introduce bamboo weaving to netizens on social media. ⑤Bamboo weaving is an important part of traditional Chinese culture. It not only shows the wisdom and creativity of Chinese working people but also allows people all over the world to appreciate its unique charm. It’s more than a craft. It’s a bridge connecting the past to the future. By learning and sharing bamboo weaving, we can help keep this ancient art form alive. 1．What does the underlined word “incredible” probably mean in English? A．Uncomfortable. B．Unbelievable. C．Uninteresting. D．Unfriendly. 2．Which of the following sentences can fill in “ ▲ ” of Para. 3? A．Bamboo weaving wins worldwide attention and recognition. B．Some bamboo weaving artworks can be used as decorations. C．Bamboo weaving is full of unique charm and cultural value. D．The process of bamboo weaving requires time and patience. 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．The local villagers benefit from bamboo weaving. B．Bamboo weaving has a history of hundreds of years. C．Social media is of no use to the spread of bamboo weaving. D．The 9th International ICH Festival lasted for over a month. 4．Which graph shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文以成都非遗节上竹编技艺的惊艳展示为切入点，介绍了中国传统竹编工艺的历史、制作流程，以及传承人杨昌芹推广竹编、助力村民脱贫的事迹，强调了竹编作为中华传统文化的重要价值与传承意义。 1．第一段指出：“They couldn’t help shouting in surprise, ‘How incredible!’”前文提到她展示了一根“像蝉翼一样薄”的竹条，大家感到非常惊讶，因此incredible表示“令人难以置信的”。 2．第三段后文指出：“First, choose good bamboo and peel the skin. Then, cut it into thin strips… Finally, skilled craftsmen start to weave the strips into different shapes.”说明这一段主要介绍竹编的制作步骤，因此空格处应起到引出制作过程的作用，即“竹编的过程需要时间和耐心”。 3．第四段指出：“She gives instructions to local villagers and helps them lift off poverty.”说明她通过竹编帮助当地村民脱贫，因此当地村民从竹编中受益。 4．第一段用成都非遗节的竹编展示引出话题，总起点题； 第二段介绍竹编基础信息，第三段介绍制作过程，第四段介绍当代传承，都是分说部分，从不同角度介绍竹编； 第五段总结竹编的文化意义，升华呼吁，总结全文。 属于总分总结构。 He Hua Shen was one of the most eye-catching programs at the 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala. It brought together twelve performers, each standing for a goddess in charge of one month’s flower. The show was based on the traditional Chinese custom of the twelve monthly flower goddesses, which has been popular for hundreds of years. What made the show special was its perfect mix of traditional culture and modern technology. The designers created costumes in classic Chinese styles, using non-heritage fabrics and patterns from ancient cultural relics. For example, Li Qin, playing the Goddess of Osmanthus (桂花), wore an elegant Song-style dress that showed the beauty of traditional clothing. Qin Lan appeared as the Goddess of Peach Blossoms, whose look was soft and lovely like blooming peach flowers. Besides beautiful looks, the program also carried deep cultural meanings. Each flower and goddess stands for certain values in Chinese culture. The chrysanthemum (菊花) means purity and independence, while the lotus (荷花) stands for honesty and elegance. Through beautiful scenes, the show told these cultural stories in a lively and modern way. Modern technology played an important role, too. With AI and 3D effects, the stage looked like a real garden where flowers of twelve months bloomed at the same time. The amazing visual (视觉的) experience made the program popular among people of all ages, especially the young. He Hua Shen is more than just a performance. It helps traditional Chinese culture become fresh and lively again. It allows people at home and abroad to understand and appreciate (欣赏) traditional beauty in a new way. Many people hope to see more such creative cultural programmes in the future. 1．What is the first paragraph mainly about? A．The history of flower culture. B．A simple introduction of He Hua Shen. C．The stories of twelve flower goddesses. D．The importance of the Spring Festival Gala. 2．Why are Li Qin and Qin Lan mentioned in Paragraph 2? A．To compare their different styles. B．To introduce their acting skills. C．To show the charm of the costumes. D．To explain the meaning of flowers. 3．Which of the following shows cultural meanings? A．Twelve performers appear on the stage. B．The dresses use non-heritage materials. C．3D effects make the stage like a garden. D．The lotus stands for honesty and elegance. 4．What can we infer about the program? A．It is only welcomed by old people. B．It makes traditional culture closer to people. C．It depends too much on modern technology. D．It explains the history of each flower in detail. 5．What is the purpose of the text? A．To introduce a cultural programme. B．To show how technology helps spread culture. C．To teach people how to enjoy flowers. D．To show the improvement of Chinese clothing. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文围绕2026年央视春晚的热门文化节目《贺花神》展开介绍，从传统服饰设计、文化内涵表达、现代技术舞台加持多个方面，展现了这个节目融合传统文化与现代科技的特点，点明它让中国传统文化重新鲜活起来，深受大众喜爱，也表达了人们对更多同类创新文化节目的期待。 1．第一段开篇点明《贺花神》是春晚的亮眼节目：“It brought together twelve performers, each standing for a goddess in charge of one month’s flower…”，是对这个节目的简单介绍。 2．第二段说明这个节目设计了中国古典风格的服装，使用非遗面料和古文物纹样：“For example, Li Qin, playing the Goddess of Osmanthus (桂花)…”，举李沁、秦岚的例子，是为了体现传统服装造型的魅力。 3．第三段明确提到每种花和花神都在中国文化里代表特定内涵：“The chrysanthemum (菊花) means purity and independence, while the lotus (荷花) stands for honesty and elegance.”，“荷花代表诚实和优雅”属于文化内涵，符合要求。 4．最后一段说明这个节目让中国传统文化重新鲜活起来，让国内外人们能以新方式理解欣赏传统美：“It helps traditional Chinese culture become fresh and lively again…”，可推知它让传统文化更贴近大众。 5．全文围绕春晚节目《贺花神》展开，介绍它的内容、特点、文化意义，写作目的就是介绍这个文化节目。 Have you noticed how many of your classmates share funny short videos during breaks? Short video apps like TikTok and Instagram Reels have become a big part of teenagers’ lives around the world. These platforms allow users to create, edit, and share videos that are usually 15 to 60 seconds long. They offer everything from dance challenges and science experiments to language learning tips and news updates. For many students, short videos are not just entertainment (娱乐)—they’re also a way to express themselves, learn new skills, and connect with friends. However, experts are studying how these apps affect young people. One recent survey found that the average teenager spends about 90 minutes daily watching short videos. While some content is educational, spending too much time scrolling (刷屏) can reduce time for homework, sports or sleep. Another worry is that algorithms (运算法则) might show users only what they like, creating “information bubbles” that limit what they see. To use short video apps wisely, here are some suggestions: ※ Set a daily time limit（for example, 30 minutes）. ※ Follow accounts (账号) that teach useful skills or share positive stories. ※ Be careful about sharing personal information. ※ Remember that many videos show only the highlights of someone’s life, not the whole picture. The key is balance. Short videos can be a fun tool for relaxation and learning if used mindfully. As one middle school teacher said, “Technology itself isn’t good or bad, it’s how we choose to use it that matters.” 1．What is the main idea of the second paragraph? A．All short videos are educational. B．Making short videos is very difficult. C．Short videos are only for entertainment. D．Short videos have different uses for teenagers. 2．According to the survey mentioned, what is the average daily time teenagers spend on short videos? A．30 minutes. B．60 minutes. C．90 minutes. D．120 minutes. 3．What does “information bubbles” mean in the third paragraph? A．Video storage space. B．A type of educational video C．A tool to protect users’ privacy. D．Only seeing content that matches your interests. 4．Which suggestion is NOT given in the text for using short video apps wisely? A．Only watch videos at night. B．Set a daily time limit. C．Follow educational accounts. D．Protect personal information. 5．What can we learn from the teacher’s words in the last paragraph? A．Technology always brings trouble. B．Students should stay away from video apps. C．Short videos are good for daily study. D．The way we use technology is the most important. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．D 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了短视频在青少年中的普及情况及其多种用途，同时指出专家担忧的问题，并给出了合理使用短视频的建议，最后强调平衡使用技术的重要性。 1．第二段指出：“They offer everything from dance challenges and science experiments to language learning tips and news updates. For many students, short videos are not just entertainment — they’re also a way to express themselves, learn new skills, and connect with friends.”，这段话列举了短视频的多种内容（舞蹈、科学实验、语言学习等），并说明它们不仅是娱乐，还能表达自我、学习技能和社交。因此，本段主要说明短视频对青少年有多种用途。 2．第三段提到：“One recent survey found that the average teenager spends about 90 minutes daily watching short videos.”，直接给出了青少年平均每天花费90分钟看短视频。 3．第三段中：“Another worry is that algorithms might show users only what they like, creating ‘information bubbles’ that limit what they see.”，这里解释了算法只推送用户喜欢的内容，从而形成“信息茧房”，限制视野。因此“information bubbles”指的是“Only seeing content that matches your interests.”。 4．第四段列出了使用短视频应用的几条建议：“Set a daily time limit… Follow accounts that teach useful skills… Be careful about sharing personal information… Remember that many videos show only the highlights…” 其中没有提到“Only watch videos at night”，因此该选项不是文中给出的建议。 5．最后一段引用一位中学老师的话：“Technology itself isn’t good or bad it’s how we choose to use it that matters.”，这句话强调技术本身无好坏，关键在于如何使用，因此可以得出“The way we use technology is the most important.”。 Greg is a digital artist from Poland. He is known for his dream-like scenery paintings in a classic style. He has even created art for famous video games. Recently, he has become well-known in the world of AI tools. His special painting style is now one of the most popular keywords in free AI art tools. These tools enable anyone to create images by typing simple text. For example, if you type “Greg style”, the AI will produce a picture that looks very much like his work. But there’s a serious problem: most of these AI pictures are used without the agreement from the artists or proper copyright rules. This has caused problems in law, and artists like Greg are upset. A website that studies AI tools found that Greg’s name was used as a keyword nearly 100,000 times in Stable Diffusion. At first, he was shocked. When he searched his name online, he saw many AI-made images labeled “Greg style”—but he didn’t create any of them. “It’s only been a month,” Greg said worriedly. “What will happen in a year? The internet might be full of fake AI art, and I won’t even find my real work.” Greg isn’t alone. Many artists discovered their works were used to train AI models without agreement. Karla, an artist from San Francisco, found her art in Stable Diffusion’s training data. She has spoken out strongly about AI and copyright. Artists fear they’ll lose income, since people can use AI images to make money without paying for artists. “A group is growing in the art world,” says Karla. “We want to find ways to end or mitigate this problem.” The group is just starting and may push for new laws or rules. 1．What is the key reason that makes Greg famous recently? A．He painted in a dream-like classic way. B．He created art for famous video games. C．His painting style is widely used in AI tools. D．He started a group to fight AI copyright problems. 2．What does the phrase “Greg style” do in AI tools? A．It helps to protect Greg’s copyright. B．It teaches users how to draw like Greg. C．It helps users find Greg’s real artworks. D．It creates images that look like Greg’s art. 3．How did Greg feel when he saw AI pictures with his name? A．Proud and excited. B．Curious and quite happy. C．Shocked and worried. D．Angry and very frightened. 4．In the last paragraph, what does “mitigate” most likely mean? A．Make the problem worse. B．completely solve the problem. C．Make the problem less serious. D．Forget the problem and move on. 5．What do artists like Karla want to do to solve the problem? A．To push for new laws and rules. B．To sell their artwork at higher prices. C．To stop using AI tools completely. D．To create more traditional art pieces. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，讲述了数字艺术家Greg因其独特的绘画风格在AI工具领域广受欢迎，但这也导致他的作品被未经授权地使用，引发了版权问题。Greg和其他艺术家对此感到担忧，并希望找到方法解决这一问题，可能推动新的法律或规则的制定。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Recently, he has become well-known in the world of AI tools.”和第二段“His special painting style is now one of the most popular keywords in free AI art tools.”可知，Greg最近出名的原因是他的绘画风格在AI工具中被广泛使用。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“For example, if you type ‘Greg style’, the AI will produce a picture that looks very much like his work.”可知，在AI工具中输入“Greg style”会生成看起来像Greg作品的图像。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“At first, he was shocked. When he searched his name online, he saw many AI-made images labeled ‘Greg style’—but he didn’t create any of them.”和第五段“‘It’s only been a month,’ Greg said worriedly.”可知，Greg看到AI图片使用他的名字时感到震惊和担心。故选C。 4．词句猜测题。根据文章最后一段“We want to find ways to end or mitigate this problem.”以及上下文艺术家们希望解决AI版权问题的情境，可以推断“mitigate”意为“使问题不那么严重”。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“The group is just starting and may push for new laws or rules.”可知，像Karla这样的艺术家希望通过推动新的法律或规则来解决这个问题。故选A。 The average person eats about 40 kg of meat per year. In developed countries, it’s double that—about the same weight as an adult dolphin. But experts now advise cutting down the amount of meat we eat to help slow down the warming of the Earth. So, here’s a thought experiment: what if the whole world turned vegan (eating no animal products at all)? Around 15% of all greenhouse gases produced by humans come from raising farm animals. If we all become vegan, these gases will be slashed. Eating meat takes up space—a lot of it. Around 80% of all farmland is used for producing meat and milk products. This area is almost as large as Europe, the United States, China, and Australia put together. Meat and milk usually give us only 18% of the energy we need, but they cause 60% of the harmful gases from farming. A report by the UN’s climate body, the IPCC, recommends we all reduce the amount of meat we eat, and also how much we waste. The report has found that 8%—10% of the world’s harmful gases come from lost or wasted food. ▲ Large-scale (大规模) farming of cows causes especially serious harm and has been a big factor in the loss of the Amazon Rainforest. When cows digest (消化) their food, they produce methane (CH4)—a powerful greenhouse gas that is about 28 times more powerful than carbon dioxide (CO2) over 100 years. One cow lets out between 70 and 100 kg of methane every year, and there are around 1.5 billion cows in the world today. But small-scale farming of animals can have a lower environmental footprint, and sometimes—as with traditional grazing (放牧)—can even help wildlife and plants live together. Vegan alternatives (替代) also come with their own problems. For example, large-scale bean production can cause forests to be cut down, and almond (杏仁) production requires huge amounts of water. If everyone changed to a plant-based diet, it could bring important health benefits. One study guessed that if everyone ate a vegan diet—rich in fresh fruit and vegetables—around eight million deaths could be avoided worldwide by 2050. There are no simple answers. If everyone changes how they view food, produce it, and eat it in a green way, we might change the world. 1．What does “be slashed” in Paragraph 1 most probably mean? A．Double. B．Remain. C．Reduce greatly. D．Increase slightly. 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Raising cows especially harms the Earth. B．A vegan world would end food waste. C．Small farms are more harmful to the Earth. D．Bean production needs plenty of water. 3．Which of the following is the most suitable for ▲ ? A．Raising sheep also harms the Earth. B．Many countries begin raising fewer cows. C．People must stop eating beef at once. D．Not all farming influences the Earth equally. 4．This passage is mainly about ________. A．why cows mainly cause the warming of the Earth B．why we should stop eating meat to protect the Earth C．how eating meat harms the Earth and what we can do D．what the advantages of eating fruits and vegetables are 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了食用肉类对地球环境的危害（温室气体、土地占用、森林破坏等），同时分析纯素饮食的利弊，并提出绿色饮食的建议。 1．词句猜测题。根据文章第一段“experts now advise cutting down the amount of meat we eat to help slow down the warming of the Earth”以及“Around 15% of all greenhouse gases produced by humans come from raising farm animals. If we all become vegan, these gases will be slashed.”可知，人类产生的温室气体有15%来自养殖牲畜，同时专家建议减少肉类消费以减缓全球变暖，以及“If we all become vegan”这个条件句，可以推断“这些气体”应该会“大幅减少”。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Large-scale farming of cows causes especially serious harm and has been a big factor in the loss of the Amazon Rainforest”可知，大规模养奶牛对地球危害尤其严重。故选A。 3．推理判断题。第三段先讲大规模养牛危害极大，后又讲小规模养殖环境影响更低，甚至有助于生态，说明不同养殖方式对地球影响不同。选项D “并非所有农业对地球的影响都相同”可总领全段。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。文章先讲吃肉如何危害地球（温室气体、土地、森林、甲烷），再讲纯素饮食的利弊，最后提出绿色饮食改变世界的做法，因此，文章主要围绕“食用肉类如何危害地球”以及“我们可以做些什么”展开。故选C。 Have you ever really loved a TV show? I mean the kind you think about all day and can’t wait to discuss with your friends. Especially when an episode (集) ends with an unsolved situation that makes you really want to know what happens next—but when will the next episode be? This wanting often leads to binge-watching (追剧). Thanks to developments in internet speed and technology, streaming (流媒体) services now allow us to watch the whole seasons of our favorite shows whenever we want. This has made binge-watching very common among young people. However, recent research from British media watchdog Ofcom has found that out of the more than half of British adults who watch more than one episode of a show back-to-back, almost a third have admitted (承认) missing sleep or becoming tired as a result; and one quarter have put off their homework. Next we’ll be missing work! Teachers are now worried that students might fail to complete homework for the same reason. ▲ All of these are often connected to a shortage of self-control and may develop into bad habits. Many people find binge-watching difficult to stop once they start. Some students report that it has made them unable to focus on studying. This raises an important question: could binge-watching become a new form of addiction (瘾)? The plenty of information and entertainment that television and online media can bring us is, many would say, a good thing. However, like any activity, when we go too far, it can be dangerous. It becomes especially worrying when it begins to influence our sleep, schoolwork, or personal relationships. So what’s the solution? Moderation! Learning to manage our screen time wisely requires us to set clear rules—for example, by deciding on a viewing timetable beforehand—while also exploring other relaxing activities, such as reading, sports, or socializing with friends. Remember the old saying: “A little of what you enjoy does you good.” 1．What can we learn about binge-watching? A．It encourages students to finish their homework on time. B．It is becoming less common because of new technology. C．It may lead to sleep loss and less time for important tasks. D．It helps build closer friendship through shared TV interest. 2．Why did the writer mention Ofcom’s research in paragraph 3? A．To prove that binge-watching can be harmful. B．To show how popular binge-watching is among adults. C．To introduce the main contents of TV shows in Britain. D．To explain why streaming services have become so popular. 3．Which of the following is the most suitable for ▲ ? A．Why should people stop binge-watching? B．What are the main reasons for binge-watching? C．Binge-watching stops us better understanding the world. D．Binge-watching is similar to harmful habits like binge-eating. 4．What’s the passage mainly about? A．Binge-watching is popular but should be controlled wisely. B．Streaming services bring enjoyment as well as self-control problems. C．Binge-watching has become an addiction that influences our daily lives. D．People should manage their screen time and find other relaxing activities instead. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文讲了追剧在年轻人中很普遍，但过度追剧会带来影响睡眠、耽误学习等危害，我们应该适度控制追剧时间，合理管理屏幕使用时长。 1．细节理解题。根据“almost a third have admitted missing sleep or becoming tired as a result; and one quarter have put off their homework”可知，追剧可能导致睡眠不足以及推迟重要任务。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“almost a third have admitted missing sleep or becoming tired as a result; and one quarter have put off their homework. Next we’ll be missing work! Teachers are now worried that students might fail to complete homework for the same reason”可知，作者提到Ofcom的研究是为了证明追剧是有害的。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据“All of these are often connected to a shortage of self-control and may develop into bad habits”可知，此处应填入追剧和其他有害习惯类似的内容。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。根据“This has made binge-watching very common among young people.”以及“Learning to manage our screen time wisely requires us to set clear rules”可知，文章主要讲追剧很流行但应该理智控制。故选A。 Here we were, with less than a month to go before the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games began! The Games, which took place from Feb 6 to 22, were special because they were co-hosted by two cities for the first time in Winter Olympic history. The competition sites were spread across four locations: Milan, Valtellina, Val di Fiemme, and Cortina. Traveling between these places usually took more than five hours one way, as they were 250 to 400 kilometers apart. Because of this, “it was almost impossible to bring athletes from the mountains to the city for the opening ceremony,” Andrea Varnier, the CEO of the Milano-Cortina organizing committee (委员会), told NBC News. That was why the opening ceremony (仪式) did not take place in just one city. Apart from the main event in Milan, there were smaller ceremonies and athlete parades in other Olympic locations. Two cauldrons (火炬台) were lit at the same time—one at Milan’s Arco della Pace and the other at Cortina’s Piazza Angelo Dibona, the organizing committee said. Varnier told Xinhua that the competition sites were spread out to make use of the already-built ones so they would not be wasted after the Games. Sustainability (可持续性) was a key goal of the Winter Olympics. Even though traveling between the competition sites was difficult, the advantages made it all worth it. There were 16 sports disciplines(体育项目) and 116 medal events. Ski mountaineering became an Olympic sport for the first time. In this event, athletes first skied uphill, then carried their skis while climbing. At the top, they took the skins off their skis and raced downhill to the finish line. During the Games, athletes from all over the world competed and celebrated unity (团结) and the Olympic spirit. It was an event to remember, showing how the Olympics can adapt (适应) and innovate (创新). Let’s cheer for them together! 1．What made the 2026 Winter Olympics special? A．It lasted longer than other Olympics. B．It had the most medal events in history. C．Events were held in two cities. D．It was the first Winter Olympics to be held in Italy. 2．What could we learn about the opening ceremony? A．It was a five-hour celebration. B．The main ceremony was held in Milan. C．It was held in the mountains without athletes. D．Only one cauldron was lit at Milan’s Arco della Pace. 3．What could we infer from Paragraph 4? A．The use of the already-built competition sites prevented waste. B．A new road was built to improve traveling for athletes. C．Building new competition sites for the Games was a better choice. D．The 2026 Winter Olympics were the first to aim for sustainability. 4．Which best describes the athletes at the Games? A．Athletes only competed in Milan. B．Athletes from around the world celebrated unity. C．Athletes avoided the opening ceremony. D．Athletes focused only on ski mountaineering. 5．What was the main idea of the passage? A．How Italy won the right to host the Games. B．Why ski mountaineering became an Olympic sport. C．What athletes did at the 2026 Winter Olympics. D．What made the 2026 Winter Olympics different. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文介绍了2026年米兰-科尔蒂纳丹佩佐冬奥会的特别之处，包括其首次由两个城市共同举办、开幕式的安排、可持续性目标、新增的体育项目以及运动员们对团结和奥林匹克精神的庆祝。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段第二句“The Games...were special because they were co-hosted by two cities for the first time in Winter Olympic history.”可知，本届冬奥会的特别之处在于首次由两个城市联合举办。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段第二句“Apart from the main event in Milan...”可知，主开幕式在米兰举行。故选B。 3．细节理解题。第四段第一句提到场馆分散是为了利用现有场馆，避免赛后废弃。第二句明确“Sustainability was a key goal”。由此可以推断，使用现有场馆确实有助于实现可持续、避免浪费的目标。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段第一句“...athletes from all over the world competed and celebrated unity and the Olympic spirit.”可知，来自世界各地的运动员共同比赛并庆祝团结。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。全文围绕2026年冬奥会的独特之处展开：首次双城举办、创新的开幕式、分散的场馆布局及其可持续理念、新增的滑雪登山项目等。第一段点明“were special because...”，后续段落都在解释这些“特殊之处”。故选D。 Have you ever wondered what it is like to be an astronaut? They face many challenges in space. Weightlessness is  bad for human health. It can cause muscle and bone loss as well as vision (视觉) problems. Cosmic radiation (宇宙辐射) can harm their DNA．So, we need to understand how the human body changes in space. But researchers don’t have a good understanding of what actually happens to DNA in space. Studying telomeres (端粒), the “end-parts” of chromosomes (染色体) that protect the ends of the DNA, may help. Researchers know that telomeres get shorter as people get older. Stress, smoking and unhealthy environments make telomeres shorter, too. The length of telomeres is connected to the risk of heart disease and cancer. This makes them important to study for human health. In 2015, NASA did a study on the twin astronauts Scott and Mark Kelly. Scott spent a year on the International Space Station while Mark stayed on Earth. Researchers found Scott’s telomeres increased in length while in space. His telomeres then quickly shortened when he returned to Earth. In fact, they were even shorter than before he went into space. The study gave researchers valuable new information about astronaut health. To find out if the same changes happen during a shorter trip, another study was done on four astronauts who carried on a 3-day mission (任务).Their telomeres were longer during spaceflight. But when they returned to Earth, their telomeres shortened quickly. They slowly returned to near normal length about 2 months later. Both studies showed that space trips, even short ones, can change telomere length. Scientists think telomere length changes because of cosmic radiation exposure. Radiation, which is everywhere in space, can harm DNA．Spending more time in space also means more exposure. The International Space Station has protection in areas people use often. This helps protect the astronauts from some radiation. But what if humans want to travel to or stay on other planets someday? We need a better method to reduce radiation harm. Space is a dangerous environment. We don’t know a lot about how it can influence people’s health for a long time, especially their DNA．The more we know, the better we will be able to keep our astronauts healthy. By learning more about changes like telomere length, scientists can find ways to protect future space travellers. As space tourism becomes more common, this knowledge will be key to keeping people safe and healthy in space. 1．Which problem may weightlessness bring to astronauts in space? A．Cancer. B．Bone loss. C．Heart disease. D．Hearing problems. 2．Why is studying telomeres important according to the passage? A．Because it creates a healthy environment. B．Because it helps reduce astronauts’ stress. C．Because it protects astronauts from radiation. D．Because it shows how DNA changes in space. 3．What can we learn from the two studies? A．Scott’s telomeres returned to near normal length finally. B．The time of spaceflight decides telomere length changes. C．All the astronauts’ telomeres were longer during spaceflight. D．The twin astronauts both carried on a 1-year mission in space. 4．How does the writer show the influence of space on human health? A．By listing numbers. B．By providing examples. C．By giving instructions. D．By introducing backgrounds information. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了太空环境对宇航员健康的影响，尤其是对DNA和端粒长度的改变，并介绍了相关研究。 1．细节理解题。根据“Weightlessness is bad for human health. It can cause muscle and bone loss as well as vision (视觉) problems.”可知，失重会导致肌肉和骨质流失以及视力问题。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“So, we need to understand how the human body changes in space. But researchers don’t have a good understanding of what actually happens to DNA in space. Studying telomeres (端粒)... may help.”可知，研究端粒是为了了解DNA在太空中的变化。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“Researchers found Scott’s telomeres increased in length while in space.”以及“Their telomeres were longer during spaceflight.”可知，两项研究中的宇航员在太空飞行期间，端粒都变得更长了。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据全文可知，作者通过提供两个具体的研究例子（对双胞胎宇航员Scott和Mark的研究，以及对4名执行3天任务宇航员的研究），来展示太空对人体健康的影响。故选B。 Carl Behnke, a food safety expert at Purdue University, had long been curious about the actual cleanliness of his reusable water bottle. He put paper towels into the bottle and, upon pulling them out, was shocked to see how dirty they turned out to be. This inspired him to design a study. Behnke and his workmates stopped passers-by along a road at Purdue University and asked if they would be happy to lend their water bottles to them as part of their research — to see how clean they were. “One thing that stood out from the project was the number of people who didn’t want to know the results,” recalls Behnke. “Basically, they knew that their cleaning habits were poor, with some even hardly thinking about cleaning their bottles.” Research shows that reusable water bottles can carry millions of bacteria (细菌). A study found that water in bottles used by adults went from about 75,000 bacteria per milliliter in the morning to over 1-2 million by the end of the day. Contamination (污染) often comes from the drinker’s hands, mouth, and the outside of the bottle. Those who don’t wash their hands regularly may introduce harmful germs like E. coli into their bottles. While most bacteria are harmless, they can put some people at risk, especially those with poor health. Besides, drinks that have sugar can feed bacteria, making the situation worse. Although there is a small chance that we get serious illnesses from reusable bottles, it’s still important to keep good hygiene (卫生). To cut down bacterial growth, it’s suggested to clean your water bottle regularly. Behnke’s research showed that people who used brushes or dishwashers had the lowest bacteria counts. People should clean their bottles with hot water and soap, letting the bottle sit under water for about ten minutes before washing. It’s important to let the bottle air-dry to prevent wetness buildup, which encourages bacteria. And proper handwashing before touching your clean bottle can also help cut down contamination. 1．Why does the writer mention the fact that Carl Behnke put paper towels into the bottle in the first paragraph? A．To lead in the study. B．To give a solution. C．To explain a subject. D．To tell a story. 2．What can be inferred about the people in the study according to Paragraph 2? A．They actively helped with the study. B．They thought the study was necessary. C．They were confident about the study results. D．They were clear they didn’t take good care of their bottles. 3．What’s a suggested way to reduce bacteria growth? A．Wiping with clean dry towels. B．Washing hands regularly with soap. C．Using brushes with hot soapy water. D．Washing for about ten minutes each time. 4．Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．C 【导语】普渡大学食品卫生专家的研究发现，可重复使用的水瓶细菌超标普遍，不清洁会危害健康，建议定期清洁水瓶并保持手部卫生。 1．根据第一段中“He put paper towels into the bottle…This inspired him to design a study.”可知，作者先写Behnke把纸巾放进瓶子的行为是为了引出后文关于水瓶清洁度的研究。 2．第二段提到很多人不想知道研究结果，他们都清楚自己的清洁习惯不好，有些人甚至几乎从不考虑清洗自己的水杯，说明他们很清楚自己没有好好清洗自己的水瓶。 3．根据第五段中“To cut down bacterial growth, it’s suggested to clean your water bottle regularly. Behnke’s research showed that people who used brushes or dishwashers had the lowest bacteria counts.”可知，用刷子或洗碗机清洗水瓶是降低细菌生长的有效方法。 4．第1段提出研究背景与实验；第2段至第4段具体讲述研究发现、人们的态度、细菌污染来源和危害；第5段总结，给出清洁建议。结构为“总-分-总结构”，对应选项C的结构。 ①When people think of wildfires, burning trees often come up. If you see a city burning while its trees remain standing, you might wonder if something unusual is happening. ②For weeks in January, large wildfires spread through Los Angeles. They destroyed a large number of homes and many people lost their lives. As pictures of the fires spread across the Internet, people noticed trees standing next to burned-out homes and cars. Some didn’t believe that a fire would leave trees untouched. “Is there a secret attack on L. A．homes?” they asked. The simple answer is no. As plenty of pictures and videos from Los Angeles show, trees can and do catch fire. ③But it’s true that some did not burn. Scientists say there is a simple explanation for that. ④It is all about moisture. “It’s quite easy to understand,” said Miranda Hart, a biology professor. “Trees are filled with thousands and thousands of liters (升) of water.” To be clear, trees do burn when fires are big and hot enough. But if a tree full of water is next to something very dry, the dry thing will burn first and even change the way of the fire. “In that way, you can imagine the fire just going around the tree if there’s enough ‘fuel’ (燃料) on either side of it,” Prof. Hart added. ⑤In addition, the tree type also matters. Certain trees are more likely to catch fire. Deciduous trees (trees that lose their leaves every year), for example, are hard to burn. That’s because their leaves include more water. While for conifers-trees with needlelike (针状的) leaves, things are the opposite. ⑥In Los Angeles, palms (棕榈树) are everywhere. They’ve become a symbol of the city. But based on their research, palm trees are especially easy to spread fire because of their structure and type. So, to reduce fire risks, the local fire departments have advised against planting more palms. Without proper care, these trees can burn and spread rapidly during wildfires and endanger the people and objects nearby. 1．Some people had doubts about the wildfires in Los Angeles because ________. A．they have lasted much longer than usual B．hidden enemies attacked homes and cars C．some trees remained unchanged in the fires D．pictures of the fires spread across the Internet 2．The underlined word “moisture” in Paragraph ④ probably means ________. A．dry condition B．water content C．high heat D．cold temperature 3．How would a fire pass through a tree full of water and dry things according to Prof. Hart? ⭕a tree full of water    a dry thing     fire’s path A．B．C． D． 4．Which of the following shows the structure of this text according to the theory below? problems-raising (提出)→problem-analyzing (分析)→problem-solving A．①②→③④→⑤⑥ B．①→②③→④⑤⑥ C．①②→③④⑤→⑥ D．①→②③④⑤→⑥ 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了在洛杉矶发生的大规模山火中，人们发现一些房屋被烧毁却有的树木依然未被波及，从而引发了人们的质疑。接着文章从水分含量和树木种类两个方面分析了有些树难以被引燃的原因，并指出棕榈树等易燃树种会加剧火势，最后提出了当地消防部门减少种植易燃棕榈树的做法。 1．第二段中“Some didn’t believe that a fire would leave trees untouched. ‘Is there a secret attack on L.A. homes?’ they asked.”，人们看到火灾现场的房屋和车辆严重受损，而树木却看似完好无损，因而对火灾的真实性和起因存疑。 2．第四段划线词后面“It’s quite easy to understand…Trees are filled with thousands and thousands of liters (升) of water.”，强调树木内部富含大量水分，故该词应指“水分”或“水含量”。 3．根据第四段中Hart教授的描述“But if a tree full of water is next to something very dry, the dry thing will burn first and even change the way of the fire.”，充满水分的树旁若有干燥物品，干燥物品会先燃烧，火焰会绕过树木，因此火焰路径是从干燥物品处绕过树木，对应选项B的图示。 4．本文的结构按照“提出问题→分析问题→解决问题”展开。第①②段提出疑问“为何有些树没被烧”；第③④⑤段分析树木耐火的原因；第⑥段提出减少种植易燃棕榈树的解决措施，对应“①②→③④⑤→⑥”。 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 $