期中复习之阅读理解12篇（人教版必修二Unit 3-必修三Unit 3单元话题）-2025-2026学年高一英语下学期期中复习

期中复习之阅读理解12篇 （必修二Unit 3-必修三Unit 3单元话题） 单元 单元话题 Unit 3 The Internet 网络与科技 Unit 4 History and Traditions 历史与传统 Unit 5 Music 音乐 Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations 节日庆祝 Unit 2 Morals and Virtues 传统美德 Unit 3 Diverse Cultures 多元文化 本资料共12篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应2篇单元话题专题训练 Passage 1 As Internet users become more dependent on the Internet to store information, are people remembering less? If you know your computer will save information, why store it in your own personal memory, your brain? Experts are wondering if the Internet is changing what we remember and how. In a recent study, Professor Betsy Sparrow conducted some experiments. She and her research team wanted to know the Internet is changing memory. In the first experiment, they gave people 40 unimportant facts to type into a computer. The first group of people understood that the computer would save the information. The second group understood that the computer would not save it. Later, the second group remembered the information better. People in the first group knew they could find the information again, so they did not try to remember it. In another experiment, the researchers gave people facts to remember, and told them where to find the information on the Internet. The information was in a specific computer folder(文件夹). Surprisingly, people later remember the folder location (位置) better than the facts. When people use the Internet, they do not remember the information. Rather, they remember how to find it. This is called “transactive memory”. According to Sparrow, we are not becoming people with poor memories as a result of the Internet. Instead, computer users are developing stronger transactive memories; that is, people are learning how to organize large amounts of information so that they are able to find it at a later date. This doesn’t mean we are becoming either more or less intelligent, but there is no doubt that the way we use memory is changing. 1．The passage begins with two questions to ________. A．describe how to use the Internet B．introduce the main topic C．show the author’s attitude D．explain how to store information 2．What can we learn about the first experiment? A．Sparrow’s team typed the information into a computer. B．The two groups remembered the information equally well. C．The second group did not understand the information. D．The first group did not try to remember the information. 3．In transactive memory, people ________. A．remember how to find the information B．keep the information in mind C．change the quantity of information D．organize information like a computer 4．What is the effect of the Internet according to Sparrow’s research? A．We are becoming more intelligent. B．We have poorer memories than before. C．We are using memory differently. D．We need a better way to get information. Passage 2 A badly burnt scroll from the Roman town of Herculaneum has been digitally “unwrapped”, providing the first look inside for 2,000 years. The document was badly burnt by a volcanic eruption in 79 AD and is too fragile (脆弱的) to ever be physically opened. But now scientists have used a combination of X-ray imaging and artificial (人工的) intelligence (AI) to virtually open it, revealing rows and columns of text. More work is needed to make the scroll readable to analyze its contents, but the team behind the project says the results are very promising. “We’re confident we will be able to read pretty much the whole scroll in its entirety, and it’s the first time we’ve really been able to say that with high confidence,” said Stephen Parsons, project lead for the Vesuvius Challenge, an international competition attempting to unlock the Herculaneum scrolls. The University of Oxford’s Bodleian Library holds several of the scrolls. Thought to be unreadable, they had been left untouched for decades. But the promise of a hi-tech solution made the team get one of the precious scrolls out of storage. It was placed in a specially made case and taken to Diamond Light Source in Oxfordshire. Inside a huge machine, the scroll can be X-rayed safely to create a 3-D reconstruction. Then the layers inside the scroll have to be identified. After that AI is used to hunt for the tiniest traces of ink (墨迹), then this ink is painted on digitally, bringing the letters to light. Last year, a Vesuvius Challenge team managed to read about 5% of another Herculaneum scroll. It is calling for more human and computing intelligence to participate in the work. For Nicole Gilroy, head of book conservation, the work is providing a link to the past. “I just love that connection with whoever collected them, whoever wrote them, whoever rolled those scrolls up and put them on the shelves. There’s a real human aspect to it that I just think is really precious,” she said. 1．What are scientists trying to do with the scroll? A．Open it physically B．Repair it with AI technology C．Preserve it in a new way D．Make it virtually readable 2．What is Parsons’s attitude toward the project? A．Positive B．Doubtful C．Confused D．Carefree 3．What aspect of the scroll is Para.3 mainly about? A．The challenge of reading it B．The importance of preserving it C．The reason for taking it out D．The digital unrolling process 4．What is the significance of reading the scroll according to Nicole Gilroy? A．It helps connect people to the past B．It shows the power of technology C．It fuels people’s interest in history D．It highlights scholar’s contributions Passage 3 Beijing-based British artist Colin Chinnery has spent years collecting and preserving sounds including pigeon whistles (哨声), jingling camel bells, and the cries of street sellers in Beijing hutong. These century-old soundscapes carry a generation’s memories. In 2005, while having tea with several foreign musicians, Chinnery noticed a distinctive sound produced by whistles tied to flying pigeons. From this experience, Chinnery’s career as a sound artist took off. After recording the pigeon whistles, Chinnery felt he should capture the sounds that were slowly disappearing. His work gradually became a documentation of Beijing’s culture. “Most of the traditional culture in the West exists in museums, and the traditional culture that still exists is mostly practiced in concerts or in performances, whereas in Beijing, one can still experience the traditional culture practiced in everyday life,” Chinnery said. In 2023, Chinnery took his recordings to the Sound Art Museum. The sounds showcased in the museum are a witness to history, representing a valuable cultural heritage. After recording various sounds, Chinnery usually transforms them into lossless formats such as WAV and FLAC and then marks information for each sound, namely time, location, and the story behind it. All the sounds are original recordings without any artificial sound effect. When visitors walk into the museum, the spatial sound field creates a surrounding atmosphere through multi-channel audio, providing the opportunity to get fully involved in surround sound. They can also activate certain sound pieces by pressing buttons, touching screens or simply walking through specific areas. For young people, these sounds are fresh, helping them get close to the city’s forgotten culture. “These sounds serve as the background noise of our society, so we often overlook them,” Chinnery explained. “However, when we put them in an exhibition setting, people suddenly realize that they hold great significance. They are part of culture, history, and urban transformation, which can help us understand how things and times are changing.” His life and career are now closely bonded with the sounds of Beijing. 1．What is introduced about Chinnery in paragraph 1? A．The origin of his beloved cause. B．His childhood memories of Beijing. C．The way to record different sounds. D．His inspiration to learn Chinese culture. 2．What makes traditional culture in Beijing special according to Chinnery? A．It represents urban transformation. B．It is well preserved in local museums. C．It is still alive in people’s everyday life. D．It boasts a longer history than the West. 3．How can visitors appreciate sound recordings in the museum? A．By exploring the sound recording process. B．By reading the information on exhibit labels. C．By employing new sound editing techniques. D．By engaging in some interactive experiences. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Trace Culture: City Sounds Live On B．Beijing hutong: A Culture-loaded Place C．City Sounds Never Die, They Just Fade D．A Soundscaper That Refines Artificial Sounds Passage 4 Last summer, I volunteered in a Yunnan village of the Blang ethnic group for a “Cultural Heritage protection” activity. The village has a unique traditional weaving craft with a history of hundreds of years, but it is at risk of disappearing as fewer young people are willing to learn it amid modern industrial development. When we arrived at the village, we were warmly welcomed by the local people. An elderly woman named Grandma Mu, who is one of the few remaining master weavers in the village, invited us to her home. She showed us her weaving works — colorful scarves, bags, and blankets, each with beautiful patterns that tell stories about the Blang people’s life and nature. As she talked about the craft, her eyes sparkled with pride. But when she mentioned that no young people in her family wanted to learn it, her voice became low and sad. To help promote the traditional weaving craft, we decided to do several things. First, we took photos and videos of Grandma Mu weaving and her works, and posted them on social media platforms to let more people know about this precious cultural heritage. Then, we organized a small weaving workshop, inviting Grandma Mu to teach the village’s young people some basic weaving skills. At first, only a few young people came, but as they learned more, they became more interested. They were surprised by the beauty of the patterns and the patience required for weaving. After two weeks, I not only learned about the weaving craft but also saw changes in the young people, some of whom wanted to continue learning. Before leaving, Grandma Mu gave me a hand-woven bag, saying, “This craft is our root — we must keep it alive.” Every time I look at that woven bag, I think about the importance of protecting cultural heritage. It is not just about preserving old crafts, but about keeping the history and identity of a group of people alive. 1．Why is the Blang’s traditional weaving craft at risk of disappearing? A．Modern industry makes young people unwilling to learn it. B．Weaving works are not popular anymore. C．Grandma Mu refuses to teach others. D．The village lacks weaving tools. 2．What can we infer from Grandma Mu’s feelings about the weaving craft? A．She is proud but worried about its future. B．She wants to sell all her weaving works. C．She plans to move to another village. D．She thinks the craft is useless now. 3．What did the volunteers do to promote the weaving craft? A．They taught the young people to make modern bags. B．They asked tourists to buy Grandma Mu’s works. C．They posted photos online and held a workshop. D．They built a weaving factory for the village. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The volunteers visited a beautiful village in Yunnan. B．Volunteers help protect Blang’s traditional weaving. C．Grandma Mu is good at making woven bags. D．The Blang people are friendly to volunteers. Passage 5 What comes to your mind when you think of music in Austria? You might think of classical composers, such as Mozart. Or you might remember the film The Sound of Music, whose story takes place in Austria. But Austrian music started off quite differently. One of the earliest types of Austrian music may not seem like music at all. Yodelling is a form of shouting that changes between low and high sounds. It is thought to have begun as a way for animal herders (牧民) in the mountains to communicate or to call their animals. Even today, yodelling is often used in other kinds of music, including pop, rock and country music. However, Austria is best known for its many famous classical composers. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the Austrian royal (王室的) family was in favor of the arts, and they drew many musicians to Vienna. The city soon became known as a centre for musical innovation (创新) and performance. Composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Strauss II and Franz Schubert lived in Vienna. Some of them even used traditional Austrian folk songs or tunes in their works. Opera has also been a popular music form in Austria, and it was not just wealthy Austrians who attended performances. Many popular classical composers also wrote operas, which regular citizens of Vienna went in large numbers to hear. Even today, there are opera productions performed every year at the St Margarethen Opera Festival. This festival is held outdoors, in a very unusual location: the rocky sandstone backdrop of a quarry (采石场). It now serves as a stage for opera, and also jazz and pop concerts. They all take place in the open air under the stars, taking advantage of the quarry’s unusual sound effects. Austria has a long and rich musical history, from folk songs and dances to classical symphonies and operas. No matter what kind of music you like, chances are that you’ll be able to find it in one of the country’s many theatres or small cafes. The sounds of Austrian music are everywhere. 1．What’s the original purpose of yodelling? A．Creating classic music. B．Attracting tourists. C．Entertaining herdsmen. D．Connecting with others. 2．Why did Vienna become a musical centre in the 18th and 19th centuries? A．It won royal support. B．It had many theatres. C．It often held music festivals. D．It had folk music tunes. 3．What is special about St Margarethen Opera Festival? A．Its music types. B．Its holding place. C．Its audience groups. D．Its performing time. 4．What’s the main idea of the text? A．Famous composers in Austria. B．The origin of Austrian yodelling. C．Austria’s various musical culture. D．The development of Austrian opera. Passage 6 In recent years, AI has developed at a speedy pace and changed many areas of our life. The music industry is one of them. Today, AI can do a lot of work for music. It can write songs, create melodies and make simple music in a short time. Some musicians are in favor of this new technology. AI enables them to boost their working efficiency and create new pieces of music. For example, a singer can adopt AI to make a basic beat first. Then they add their own lyrics and feelings or epiphany to the music. In this way, AI becomes a helpful tool for them. However, other musicians are worried. They claim AI music may take away their jobs. They believe real music comes from human stories, personal experiences and emotions or feelings, which also reflects their outlook on life and the world. Real music can cure people’s broken hearts and remedy their soul. Or at least real human music can fulfill their inner heart. In this way, machines can never truly understand the essence behind the music, creating robotic music. What’s more, people don’t know who owns the copyright of AI-made songs, due to which some conflicts about the issue of copyright will happen in the near future. Although there are worries, AI is already around us. It is changing how people make, sell and listen to music. Many music industry leaders believe that humans and AI should work together. If we use AI in a right way, it will help us make better music for the world. 1．What can AI do in the music industry according to the passage? A．Help cure people’s broken hearts. B．Write songs and create melodies. C．Understand the essence of music. D．Solve the copyright problems. 2．Some musicians are in favor of AI because ________. A．it can improve their work efficiency B．it can bring in more money for them C．it takes the place of human musicians D．it can create music completely on its own 3．Which of the following is one reason why some musicians worry about AI? A．AI music lacks real human emotions. B．AI music is too expensive to make. C．AI makes music production slower. D．AI can hardly make simple music. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．AI has replaced human musicians completely. B．People hold different opinions on AI in music. C．Real music can no longer satisfy listeners. D．Copyright issue is the only problem of AI music. Passage 7 The Night of the Radishes (萝卜) is an annual event held on December 23 in Oaxaca, Mexico, where people carve oversized radishes into scenes for a competition. The radishes grown for the festival are different from the small, thin, red and white ones that are commonly on the tables of most restaurants in Mexico. Most often, they are not edible. Instead, they’re used as artists’ cloth and hand-carved into the different festive scenes. The tradition of carving radishes dates back to the late 19th century, when Oaxaca’s farmers would attract buyers’ attention in the Zocalo, the city’s main square, by creatively showing their seasonal produce. In search of an advantage over competitors, they’d cut their fruits and vegetables into eye-catching shapes in the hope of making an extra sale. This marketing technique slowly became a tradition, and in 1897, a radish-carving competition for locals in Oaxaca was held. Today, the radish festival’s cultural roots remain the same. Early on the morning of December 23, Oaxaca’s main square is changed into an exhibition space. Shortly after the wooden tables are put in order, competitors begin to work on their radishes at first light. Their works will formally be judged by mid - afternoon. More than 120,000 Mexican pesos (around $6,000) are on the line for the best designs, which are decided by a respected judging team made up of officials, previous winners and artists, who will award the prizes at 18:00. As night draws in, competitors can carry their masterpieces back home. These radishes will be shown on mantelpieces or outside homes for a few more hours before the white radish flesh begins to turn brown and soften. In 24 hours, they’ll be only good for compost (肥料), from which new radishes can grow the next year. 1．What does the underlined word “edible” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Easy to shape. B．Suitable for carving. C．Hard to protect. D．Fit to be eaten. 2．Why did Oaxaca’s farmers carve fruits and vegetables in the late 19th century? A．To join in local competitions. B．To display their carving skills. C．To appeal to more customers. D．To present artworks for festivals. 3．What can we learn about the radish - carving competition activity today? A．Judging starts in the early afternoon. B．The top prize is over 120,000 dollars. C．Competitors show their works until midnight. D．Former winners are included in the judging team. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Oaxaca’s Annual Celebration: Foods and Celebrations in December B．The Marketing of the Radishes: Turning Produce into Public Attention C．Mexican Radishes: Growing Oversized Vegetables for Competitions D．The Night of the Radishes: Where Art Meets Tradition in Mexico Passage 8 For this Chinese New Year’s Eve, Tiffany Chen is trying something unconventional and ordering in a meal for her family get-together. She used a food delivery service app and searched New Year’s Eve dinner. “I actually found quite a few results! This apparently is a real thing now,” Chen said. The ease of ordering takeaway food is one of many ways technology is changing how Chinese people celebrate Chinese New Year, and this change has been embraced by all generations. In Shenzhen North Railway Station a week before Chinese New Year, a father hurried to catch a train. Yan Jianlong is from Changsha, the capital of Hunan Province. This year, instead of getting local food or other specialties as gifts, he wanted to buy something high-tech for his 10-year-old son. “I heard he likes these kinds of presents now,” Yan said. Chen Zhiyang, who runs a shop, said robotic toys such as dogs and drones (无人机) were the most popular of all his merchandise (商品). Beijing resident Wang Xiaoya said she would visit a friend in Brazil this year, and she could do so without feeling like she had neglected (忽视) her family since she would chat online to her mother and grandparents during the holidays. This technology is not the preserve of the young — Wang’s grandmother has learnt how to use smartphones. “It has really made it more convenient for families and friends to get closer,” Wang’s grandmother said. There have been questions about whether technology has changed the atmosphere at Chinese New Year and whether it means people have become lazy. “I think what technology has changed is only a formality,” Chen said. “It does not matter how you celebrate the festival, whether you are eating in, eating out, or ordering — the most valuable thing is who you celebrate it with.” 1．What did Tiffany Chen do for this Chinese New Year’s Eve? A．She ordered a takeout family meal. B．She cooked a special dish for her parents. C．She helped her parents prepare the family dinner. D．She booked a table at her favorite restaurant online. 2．What did the goods sold in Chen Zhiyang’s shop show? A．Local food is widely accepted. B．Giving gifts is an important tradition. C．Kids are excited about Chinese New Year. D．High-tech gifts are getting popular among kids. 3．What is the attitude of Wang Xiaoya’s grandmother to smartphones? A．Unclear. B．Supportive. C．Doubtful. D．Uninterested. 4．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A．Technology Is Changing Chinese New Year Celebrations B．Experience Different Ways of Celebrating Chinese New Year C．More New Technologies Are Needed in Chinese New Year Celebrations D．New Technology Is Making Chinese New Year Famous Worldwide Passage 9 Marianne North was an early female explorer, naturalist and painter. She traveled around the world, painting plants, people and places. She left an extraordinary legacy behind. Marianne looked after and traveled with her father for much of her life. After his death in1869, Marianne, financially independent at the age of forty, set off alone to explore and paint the world. During her long artistic journey around the world, Marianne displayed impressive courage and determination. Faced with numerous challenges in her pursuits, Marianne proved unaffected and would laugh it off. In Italy, when her landlord pretended he had no rooms for them except those on the fifth floor, Marianne fearlessly responded with “so to the fifth we went, and gained all the better view”. Marianne’s most famous supporter was Charles Darwin. Darwin’s power of bringing out other people’s best points extended to Marianne whom he advised to see and paint the Australian vegetation (植被) which was unlike that of any other country. Taking Darwin’s advice as a royal command, she went at once and eagerly returned in 1881 to sit with Darwin and his children under a shady tree to look closely at her paintings together. Marianne’s paintings and writing give detailed information on the location, habitat and uses of many of the plants she painted. On her travels, she collected and discovered plants that were new to botanical science at the time. A pitcher plant she painted in Borneo, for example, was unknown to science at the time she painted it. When botanists saw it, the painting caused great excitement. Through her art, she sought to inspire and educate people about the natural world. 1．What made Marianne’s traveling around the world at forty possible? A．Personal fame. B．Family support. C．Financial freedom. D．Darwin’s advice. 2．What does the author show by mentioning the event in Italy? A．Marianne’s painting skills. B．Marianne’s sense of humor. C．Marianne’s physical strength. D．Marianne’s positive attitude. 3．How did Marianne react to Darwin’s suggestion? A．She followed it immediately. B．She considered it a great honor. C．She discussed it with his children. D．She improved her techniques first. 4．What can we infer about Marianne’s painting of the pitcher plant? A．It was her most famous work. B．It helped identify a new species. C．It was painted to attract botanists. D．It proved her exceptional painting skills. Passage 10 Pioneering eye doctor Professor Fred Hollows had a simple vision that everyone in the world should have access to good eye care and sight-restoring surgery. Instead of building a profitable private practice, Fred chose to focus on breaking down the barriers to eye care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia and for people in poor countries worldwide. Unfortunately, in 1989, Fred was diagnosed with cancer. Knowing his time was limited, he became a man on a mission to make sure his work would continue. Just before he passed away in 1993, he was convinced by his wife, Gabi Hollows, to establish The Fred Hollows Foundation. Gabi, the Foundation’s founding director, describes their work as “like dropping a stone in the lake and watching the ripples grow.” Fred’s early approach was simple: treat eye problems, train local eye health workers, and make technology affordable. This “treat, train and equip” method became the blueprint for the Foundation’s work. For example, in Nepal, Fred partnered with a young doctor, Sanduk Ruit. Together, they set up training and built factories that could produce high-quality lenses (晶体) for eye surgery for less than $5, a huge reduction from the $150 they cost in industrialised countries. Over the past 30 years, The Fred Hollows Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. It has also delivered over 200 million doses of antibiotics to fight trachoma (沙眼), an infectious disease that causes blindness. The Foundation has persuaded governments to include eye health in their national health plans. Fred was driven by a powerful sense of injustice. He believed it was “not right to let people go blind when they don’t have to.” Today, the Foundation he inspired is one of Australia’s best-known charities. Though there are still many challenges, his Foundation and his spirit live on, ensuring his crucial work continues across the globe. 1．Why was The Fred Hollows Foundation established? A．To continue Fred’s mission. B．To expand a private clinic. C．To get support from government. D．To honor Gabi Hollows. 2．How was lens cost reduced? A．By importing cheaper ones. B．By producing lens locally. C．By receiving donations. D．By reusing surgical lenses. 3．Which words can best describe Fred? A．Selfless and responsible. B．Ambitious and humble. C．Reserved and ordinary. D．Cautious and fortunate. 4．What does the passage mainly describe? A．Advances in eye surgery. B．A doctor’s charity mission. C．The history of trachoma. D．Charity management in Australia. Passage 11 Junji’s initial excitement upon arriving in the French town of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie for his semester abroad quickly gave way to a more complex emotion born of a growing list of worries — the unfamiliar climate, the fast-paced local language threatening to make his classroom French useless, and heavy traffic in the ancient narrow streets, yet one concern stood apart: a fear that it would be tough to fit in with the new eating pattern. What he had not anticipated, however, was that the real challenge would be social barriers, which seemed to be rooted in the very fabric of daily life. On his third day, he wandered into a local bakery. He just pointed to a golden cake, and the baker, a woman named Sylvie, stopped for a moment and then served him in silence. When Junji paid, he said, “Thanks!” Sylvie replied with a phrase “S’il vous plaît”. Junji, assuming this was part of a polite goodbye, hurried out of the door, saying “Au revoir”. The following morning, he tried to greet his hostess Madame Moreau with a casual “Hey”, only to be met with a quiet response. Moreau explained that in France, entering a home or beginning a conversation without the formality of “Bonjour” was often perceived not as a simple mistake, but as disrespect. The real moment of confusion, however, occurred during a community dinner. An elderly neighbor, Gaston, offered Junji a taste of his wine. Junji, wanting to be polite, declined with a wave of his hand, a gesture he considered perfectly friendly. Gaston seemed taken aback and grew so awkward. Later, Moreau explained that dealing with such an offer from an elder like that could be misinterpreted as rejecting friendship and community. In a society that valued such connections, accepting, even just symbolically, was the expected bridge. It was then that Junji understood. His challenge was about decoding a whole new set of unwritten rules. He realized that learning to read the hidden intentions that floated beneath the surface of every interaction was crucial. 1．What bothered Junji most initially when he got to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie? A．The fear of local socializing. B．His trouble with the local language. C．The unfamiliar local climate. D．His lack of adaptation to the local diet. 2．What was Junji’s misstep in the local bakery? A．He used informal responses. B．He left without any word. C．He pointed rudely at the cake. D．He failed to greet the baker. 3．Why did Gaston feel embarrassed during the community dinner? A．Junji talked with him symbolically. B．Junji gave an inappropriate gift to him. C．Junji incorrectly refused his invitation. D．Junji tasted his wine without comment. 4．What does Junji’s experience indicate? A．Cultural gap influences our communication. B．We overcome culture shock by exploring it. C．We should welcome cross-cultural lifestyles. D．Culture can help discipline our daily behaviors. Passage 12 Cross-cultural study tours, exemplified by international students’ experiences in Chinese universities, have come out as a vital component of global education. Far beyond tourism, these programs cultivate competencies essential for navigating an interconnected world, as illustrated by the journey of Ada, an American student in Beijing. Participants often face linguistic and cultural barriers. Ada initially struggled with rapid Mandarin in physics classes and conflicts between collectivist lab norms (emphasizing group effort) and her individualist learning style. Such challenges, however, became opportunities to develop adaptability — a core 21st-century skill. By working with a bilingual “culture buddy”, she learned to reframe “differences” as complementary (互补) perspectives, turning potential frustration into cognitive growth. The tours emphasize experiential learning over textbook knowledge. Ada’s field trip to study bird migration, where she combined Western data analysis with Chinese ink-wash sketching, demonstrated how cross-cultural integration enriches problem-solving. Joint projects, like mapping the village ecosystem, further nourished teamwork and respect for diverse approaches. These experience allow a sense of shared responsibility for global issues, from environment conservation to cultural preservation. Living with local peers and participating in daily routines — from trying spicy cuisine to using mobile payments — breaks down stereotypes. Ada’s initial hesitation gave way to genuine connections: she presented American holidays to classmates and received handwritten notes in return. This joint exchange boosts empathy, teaching students to see the world through others’ eyes. Essentially, cross-cultural study tours transform “strangers” into “global neighbors”. By integrating challenges, cooperation, and immersion, they equip students with the mindset and skills to thrive in a diverse world — proving that education’s true value lies not in avoiding differences, but in celebrating them. 1．What can be inferred about Ada’s initial experience? A．She made difficulties into chances for growth. B．She skillfully handled cultural barriers first. C．The culture buddy totally solved her problems. D．The challenges made her give up her studies. 2．What does Ada’s bird migration study prove about cross-cultural mixing? A．It urges scientific research. B．It enhances problem-solving. C．It assists experiential learning. D．It promotes the application of data. 3．What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A．Ada’s personal hobbies in China. B．Mobile payments’ popularity abroad. C．Sharing culture builds cultural empathy. D．Holidays bridge culture recognition gap. 4．What can be a suitable title for the passage? A．Ada’s Experience in China: Breaking Ice B．Cross-cultural Output: Defeating Barriers C．Ada’s Journey: From Frustration to Friendship D．Cultural Exchange: A Path to Global Neighbors 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 期中复习之阅读理解12篇 （必修二Unit 3-必修三Unit 3单元话题） 单元 单元话题 Unit 3 The Internet 网络与科技 Unit 4 History and Traditions 历史与传统 Unit 5 Music 音乐 Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations 节日庆祝 Unit 2 Morals and Virtues 传统美德 Unit 3 Diverse Cultures 多元文化 本资料共12篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应2篇单元话题专题训练 Passage 1 As Internet users become more dependent on the Internet to store information, are people remembering less? If you know your computer will save information, why store it in your own personal memory, your brain? Experts are wondering if the Internet is changing what we remember and how. In a recent study, Professor Betsy Sparrow conducted some experiments. She and her research team wanted to know the Internet is changing memory. In the first experiment, they gave people 40 unimportant facts to type into a computer. The first group of people understood that the computer would save the information. The second group understood that the computer would not save it. Later, the second group remembered the information better. People in the first group knew they could find the information again, so they did not try to remember it. In another experiment, the researchers gave people facts to remember, and told them where to find the information on the Internet. The information was in a specific computer folder(文件夹). Surprisingly, people later remember the folder location (位置) better than the facts. When people use the Internet, they do not remember the information. Rather, they remember how to find it. This is called “transactive memory”. According to Sparrow, we are not becoming people with poor memories as a result of the Internet. Instead, computer users are developing stronger transactive memories; that is, people are learning how to organize large amounts of information so that they are able to find it at a later date. This doesn’t mean we are becoming either more or less intelligent, but there is no doubt that the way we use memory is changing. 1．The passage begins with two questions to ________. A．describe how to use the Internet B．introduce the main topic C．show the author’s attitude D．explain how to store information 2．What can we learn about the first experiment? A．Sparrow’s team typed the information into a computer. B．The two groups remembered the information equally well. C．The second group did not understand the information. D．The first group did not try to remember the information. 3．In transactive memory, people ________. A．remember how to find the information B．keep the information in mind C．change the quantity of information D．organize information like a computer 4．What is the effect of the Internet according to Sparrow’s research? A．We are becoming more intelligent. B．We have poorer memories than before. C．We are using memory differently. D．We need a better way to get information. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了互联网对人类记忆方式的影响。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段中“As Internet users become more dependent on the Internet to store information, are people remembering less? If you know your computer will save information, why store it in your own personal memory, your brain? Experts are wondering if the Internet is changing what we remember and how.(随着互联网用户越来越依赖互联网来存储信息，人们的记忆力是否会下降？如果你知道你的电脑会保存信息，为什么还要把它储存在你自己的个人记忆里，你的大脑里呢？专家们想知道互联网是否正在改变我们的记忆以及如何改变)”可知，专家们想知道互联网是否改变了我们所记忆的内容和记忆方式，所以文章以两个问题开篇是为了引出文章要讨论的主要话题。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中“People in the first group knew they could find the information again, so they did not try to remember it.(第一组的人知道他们可以再次找到这些信息，所以他们没有试图记住这些信息)”可知，第一组的人没有试图记住这些信息。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中“When people use the Internet, they do not remember the information. Rather, they remember how to find it. This is called “transactive memory”.(当人们使用互联网时，他们不会记住信息。相反，他们记得如何找到它。这被称为“交互记忆”)”可知，在交互记忆中，人们记得如何找到信息。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“This doesn’t mean we are becoming either more or less intelligent, but there is no doubt that the way we use memory is changing.(这并不意味着我们变得更聪明或更不聪明，但毫无疑问，我们使用记忆的方式正在改变)”可知，根据Sparrow的研究，互联网的影响是我们使用记忆的方式不同了。故选C。 Passage 2 A badly burnt scroll from the Roman town of Herculaneum has been digitally “unwrapped”, providing the first look inside for 2,000 years. The document was badly burnt by a volcanic eruption in 79 AD and is too fragile (脆弱的) to ever be physically opened. But now scientists have used a combination of X-ray imaging and artificial (人工的) intelligence (AI) to virtually open it, revealing rows and columns of text. More work is needed to make the scroll readable to analyze its contents, but the team behind the project says the results are very promising. “We’re confident we will be able to read pretty much the whole scroll in its entirety, and it’s the first time we’ve really been able to say that with high confidence,” said Stephen Parsons, project lead for the Vesuvius Challenge, an international competition attempting to unlock the Herculaneum scrolls. The University of Oxford’s Bodleian Library holds several of the scrolls. Thought to be unreadable, they had been left untouched for decades. But the promise of a hi-tech solution made the team get one of the precious scrolls out of storage. It was placed in a specially made case and taken to Diamond Light Source in Oxfordshire. Inside a huge machine, the scroll can be X-rayed safely to create a 3-D reconstruction. Then the layers inside the scroll have to be identified. After that AI is used to hunt for the tiniest traces of ink (墨迹), then this ink is painted on digitally, bringing the letters to light. Last year, a Vesuvius Challenge team managed to read about 5% of another Herculaneum scroll. It is calling for more human and computing intelligence to participate in the work. For Nicole Gilroy, head of book conservation, the work is providing a link to the past. “I just love that connection with whoever collected them, whoever wrote them, whoever rolled those scrolls up and put them on the shelves. There’s a real human aspect to it that I just think is really precious,” she said. 1．What are scientists trying to do with the scroll? A．Open it physically B．Repair it with AI technology C．Preserve it in a new way D．Make it virtually readable 2．What is Parsons’s attitude toward the project? A．Positive B．Doubtful C．Confused D．Carefree 3．What aspect of the scroll is Para.3 mainly about? A．The challenge of reading it B．The importance of preserving it C．The reason for taking it out D．The digital unrolling process 4．What is the significance of reading the scroll according to Nicole Gilroy? A．It helps connect people to the past B．It shows the power of technology C．It fuels people’s interest in history D．It highlights scholar’s contributions 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．D 4．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。科学家借助X射线与AI技术，虚拟展开古罗马赫库兰尼姆烧焦卷轴，有望完整解读文本，搭建起人类与过去的联结。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“But now scientists have used a combination of X-ray imaging and artificial (人工的) intelligence (AI) to virtually open it, revealing rows and columns of text.(但现在科学家们结合使用X射线成像和人工智能技术，虚拟打开它，显现出一排排文字。)”可知，科学家试图让这份卷轴在虚拟状态下可读。故选D项。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段“We’re confident we will be able to read pretty much the whole scroll in its entirety, and it’s the first time we’ve really been able to say that with high confidence,(我们有信心能够完整解读几乎整个卷轴，这是我们第一次能够如此有把握地这样说，)”可知，Parsons对该项目持积极乐观态度。故选A项。 3．主旨大意题。根据第三段“It was placed in a specially made case and taken to Diamond Light Source in Oxfordshire. Inside a huge machine, the scroll can be X-rayed safely to create a 3-D reconstruction. Then the layers inside the scroll have to be identified. After that AI is used to hunt for the tiniest traces of ink (墨水痕迹), then this ink is painted on digitally, bringing the letters to light.(它被放入特制容器中，送往牛津郡的钻石光源实验室。在一台巨型仪器内部，这份卷轴可安全接受X光扫描，生成三维重建图像。随后要识别卷轴内部的各层结构，再用人工智能寻找最细微的墨水痕迹，将墨水痕迹进行数字绘制，最终让文字显现出来。)”可知，本段主要介绍该卷轴的虚拟展开过程。故选D项。 4．细节理解题。根据第四段“For Nicole Gilroy, head of book conservation, the work is providing a link to the past.(对于古籍保护负责人妮可・吉尔罗伊而言，这项工作搭建起了一座连接过去的桥梁。)”以及“There’s a real human aspect to it that I just think is really precious.(我认为其中蕴含的人文联结非常珍贵。)”可知，Nicole认为解读卷轴的意义在于帮助人们与历史相连。故选A项。 Passage 3 Beijing-based British artist Colin Chinnery has spent years collecting and preserving sounds including pigeon whistles (哨声), jingling camel bells, and the cries of street sellers in Beijing hutong. These century-old soundscapes carry a generation’s memories. In 2005, while having tea with several foreign musicians, Chinnery noticed a distinctive sound produced by whistles tied to flying pigeons. From this experience, Chinnery’s career as a sound artist took off. After recording the pigeon whistles, Chinnery felt he should capture the sounds that were slowly disappearing. His work gradually became a documentation of Beijing’s culture. “Most of the traditional culture in the West exists in museums, and the traditional culture that still exists is mostly practiced in concerts or in performances, whereas in Beijing, one can still experience the traditional culture practiced in everyday life,” Chinnery said. In 2023, Chinnery took his recordings to the Sound Art Museum. The sounds showcased in the museum are a witness to history, representing a valuable cultural heritage. After recording various sounds, Chinnery usually transforms them into lossless formats such as WAV and FLAC and then marks information for each sound, namely time, location, and the story behind it. All the sounds are original recordings without any artificial sound effect. When visitors walk into the museum, the spatial sound field creates a surrounding atmosphere through multi-channel audio, providing the opportunity to get fully involved in surround sound. They can also activate certain sound pieces by pressing buttons, touching screens or simply walking through specific areas. For young people, these sounds are fresh, helping them get close to the city’s forgotten culture. “These sounds serve as the background noise of our society, so we often overlook them,” Chinnery explained. “However, when we put them in an exhibition setting, people suddenly realize that they hold great significance. They are part of culture, history, and urban transformation, which can help us understand how things and times are changing.” His life and career are now closely bonded with the sounds of Beijing. 1．What is introduced about Chinnery in paragraph 1? A．The origin of his beloved cause. B．His childhood memories of Beijing. C．The way to record different sounds. D．His inspiration to learn Chinese culture. 2．What makes traditional culture in Beijing special according to Chinnery? A．It represents urban transformation. B．It is well preserved in local museums. C．It is still alive in people’s everyday life. D．It boasts a longer history than the West. 3．How can visitors appreciate sound recordings in the museum? A．By exploring the sound recording process. B．By reading the information on exhibit labels. C．By employing new sound editing techniques. D．By engaging in some interactive experiences. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Trace Culture: City Sounds Live On B．Beijing hutong: A Culture-loaded Place C．City Sounds Never Die, They Just Fade D．A Soundscaper That Refines Artificial Sounds 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍北京英国艺术家Colin Chinnery收集北京传统声音、举办声音展，传承城市文化的事迹及相关意义。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“In 2005, while having tea with several foreign musicians, Chinnery noticed a distinctive sound produced by whistles tied to flying pigeons. From this experience, Chinnery’s career as a sound artist took off.(2005年，在与几位外国音乐家喝茶时，Chinnery注意到绑在飞鸽身上的哨子发出的独特声音。从这次经历开始，Chinnery作为声音艺术家的职业生涯开始腾飞)”可知，第一段主要介绍了Chinnery从事声音收集这一热爱的事业的起源。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Most of the traditional culture in the West exists in museums, and the traditional culture that still exists is mostly practiced in concerts or in performances, whereas in Beijing, one can still experience the traditional culture practiced in everyday life,(西方的大多数传统文化存在于博物馆中，仍然存在的传统文化大多在音乐会或表演中展现，而在北京，人们仍然可以体验到在日常生活中践行的传统文化)”可知，Chinnery认为北京传统文化的特别之处在于它仍活跃在人们的日常生活中。故选C项。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“When visitors walk into the museum, the spatial sound field creates a surrounding atmosphere through multi-channel audio, providing the opportunity to get fully involved in surround sound. They can also activate certain sound pieces by pressing buttons, touching screens or simply walking through specific areas.(当游客走进博物馆，空间声场通过多声道音频营造出环绕氛围，提供完全沉浸在环绕声中的机会。他们还可以通过按按钮、触摸屏幕或只是走过特定区域来激活某些声音片段)”可知，游客可以通过参与一些互动体验来欣赏博物馆里的声音记录。故选D项。 4．主旨大意题。根据全文内容，尤其是第一段“Beijing-based British artist Colin Chinnery has spent years collecting and preserving sounds including pigeon whistles (哨声), jingling camel bells, and the cries of street sellers in Beijing hutong. These century-old soundscapes carry a generation’s memories(来自北京的英国艺术家Colin Chinnery多年来一直在收集和保存北京胡同里的鸽子哨声、叮当的驼铃声和街头小贩的叫卖声。这些有着百年历史的音景承载着一代人的记忆)”和第三段“The sounds showcased in the museum are a witness to history, representing a valuable cultural heritage.(博物馆里展示的声音是历史的见证，代表着宝贵的文化遗产)”可知，文章主要讲述Chinnery收集北京城市声音、传承文化的故事，核心是城市声音承载文化并得以延续。A项“追寻文化：城市声音永续”概括主旨，适合作标题。故选A项。 Passage 4 Last summer, I volunteered in a Yunnan village of the Blang ethnic group for a “Cultural Heritage protection” activity. The village has a unique traditional weaving craft with a history of hundreds of years, but it is at risk of disappearing as fewer young people are willing to learn it amid modern industrial development. When we arrived at the village, we were warmly welcomed by the local people. An elderly woman named Grandma Mu, who is one of the few remaining master weavers in the village, invited us to her home. She showed us her weaving works — colorful scarves, bags, and blankets, each with beautiful patterns that tell stories about the Blang people’s life and nature. As she talked about the craft, her eyes sparkled with pride. But when she mentioned that no young people in her family wanted to learn it, her voice became low and sad. To help promote the traditional weaving craft, we decided to do several things. First, we took photos and videos of Grandma Mu weaving and her works, and posted them on social media platforms to let more people know about this precious cultural heritage. Then, we organized a small weaving workshop, inviting Grandma Mu to teach the village’s young people some basic weaving skills. At first, only a few young people came, but as they learned more, they became more interested. They were surprised by the beauty of the patterns and the patience required for weaving. After two weeks, I not only learned about the weaving craft but also saw changes in the young people, some of whom wanted to continue learning. Before leaving, Grandma Mu gave me a hand-woven bag, saying, “This craft is our root — we must keep it alive.” Every time I look at that woven bag, I think about the importance of protecting cultural heritage. It is not just about preserving old crafts, but about keeping the history and identity of a group of people alive. 1．Why is the Blang’s traditional weaving craft at risk of disappearing? A．Modern industry makes young people unwilling to learn it. B．Weaving works are not popular anymore. C．Grandma Mu refuses to teach others. D．The village lacks weaving tools. 2．What can we infer from Grandma Mu’s feelings about the weaving craft? A．She is proud but worried about its future. B．She wants to sell all her weaving works. C．She plans to move to another village. D．She thinks the craft is useless now. 3．What did the volunteers do to promote the weaving craft? A．They taught the young people to make modern bags. B．They asked tourists to buy Grandma Mu’s works. C．They posted photos online and held a workshop. D．They built a weaving factory for the village. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The volunteers visited a beautiful village in Yunnan. B．Volunteers help protect Blang’s traditional weaving. C．Grandma Mu is good at making woven bags. D．The Blang people are friendly to volunteers. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。讲述了作者去年夏天作为志愿者前往云南布朗族村寨参与文化遗产保护活动，助力当地濒临失传的传统编织工艺传承的经历。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“The village has a unique traditional weaving craft with a history of hundreds of years, but it is at risk of disappearing as fewer young people are willing to learn it amid modern industrial development. (这个村寨有着数百年历史的独特传统编织工艺，但在现代工业发展背景下，越来越少的年轻人愿意学习这门手艺，它正面临失传的危险。)”可知，现代工业发展使得年轻人不愿学习，导致该工艺濒临消失。故选A。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段“As she talked about the craft, her eyes sparkled with pride. But when she mentioned that no young people in her family wanted to learn it, her voice became low and sad. (当她谈起这门手艺时，眼中闪烁着自豪的光芒。但当提到家里没有年轻人愿意学时，她的声音变得低沉又难过。)”可知，穆奶奶对这门编织工艺既自豪又担忧它的未来。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段“First, we took photos and videos of Grandma Mu weaving and her works, and posted them on social media platforms to let more people know about this precious cultural heritage. Then, we organized a small weaving workshop, inviting Grandma Mu to teach the village’s young people some basic weaving skills.(首先，我们拍摄了穆奶奶织布以及她所制作作品的照片和视频，并将这些内容发布在社交媒体平台上，以让更多人了解这一珍贵的文化遗产。随后，我们组织了一个小型的织布工作坊，邀请穆奶奶向村里的年轻人传授一些基本的织布技巧。)”可知，志愿者们通过线上发布照片和举办编织工坊来推广这项工艺。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章围绕作者和其他志愿者在云南布朗族村寨帮助保护传统编织工艺展开叙述，核心内容是志愿者助力传承布朗族传统编织技艺。故选B。 Passage 5 What comes to your mind when you think of music in Austria? You might think of classical composers, such as Mozart. Or you might remember the film The Sound of Music, whose story takes place in Austria. But Austrian music started off quite differently. One of the earliest types of Austrian music may not seem like music at all. Yodelling is a form of shouting that changes between low and high sounds. It is thought to have begun as a way for animal herders (牧民) in the mountains to communicate or to call their animals. Even today, yodelling is often used in other kinds of music, including pop, rock and country music. However, Austria is best known for its many famous classical composers. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the Austrian royal (王室的) family was in favor of the arts, and they drew many musicians to Vienna. The city soon became known as a centre for musical innovation (创新) and performance. Composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Strauss II and Franz Schubert lived in Vienna. Some of them even used traditional Austrian folk songs or tunes in their works. Opera has also been a popular music form in Austria, and it was not just wealthy Austrians who attended performances. Many popular classical composers also wrote operas, which regular citizens of Vienna went in large numbers to hear. Even today, there are opera productions performed every year at the St Margarethen Opera Festival. This festival is held outdoors, in a very unusual location: the rocky sandstone backdrop of a quarry (采石场). It now serves as a stage for opera, and also jazz and pop concerts. They all take place in the open air under the stars, taking advantage of the quarry’s unusual sound effects. Austria has a long and rich musical history, from folk songs and dances to classical symphonies and operas. No matter what kind of music you like, chances are that you’ll be able to find it in one of the country’s many theatres or small cafes. The sounds of Austrian music are everywhere. 1．What’s the original purpose of yodelling? A．Creating classic music. B．Attracting tourists. C．Entertaining herdsmen. D．Connecting with others. 2．Why did Vienna become a musical centre in the 18th and 19th centuries? A．It won royal support. B．It had many theatres. C．It often held music festivals. D．It had folk music tunes. 3．What is special about St Margarethen Opera Festival? A．Its music types. B．Its holding place. C．Its audience groups. D．Its performing time. 4．What’s the main idea of the text? A．Famous composers in Austria. B．The origin of Austrian yodelling. C．Austria’s various musical culture. D．The development of Austrian opera. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了奥地利丰富多样的音乐文化，包括约德尔唱法、古典音乐和歌剧等。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“It is thought to have begun as a way for animal herders (牧民) in the mountains to communicate or to call their animals.(人们认为，它最初是山里牧民用来交流或呼唤他们的动物的一种方式。)”可知，约德尔唱法的最初目的是与他人或动物交流，即与他人建立联系。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“In the 18th and 19th centuries, the Austrian royal (王室的) family was in favor of the arts, and they drew many musicians to Vienna. The city soon became known as a centre for musical innovation (创新) and performance.(在18世纪和19世纪，奥地利王室支持艺术，他们吸引了许多音乐家来到维也纳。这座城市很快成为音乐创新和表演的中心。)”可知，维也纳在18世纪和19世纪成为音乐中心是因为得到了王室的支持。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“This festival is held outdoors, in a very unusual location: the rocky sandstone backdrop of a quarry (采石场).(这个节日是在户外举行的，地点非常不寻常：采石场的岩石砂岩背景。)”可知，圣玛格丽滕歌剧节的特别之处在于它的举办地点。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。根据全文内容，特别是最后一段“Austria has a long and rich musical history, from folk songs and dances to classical symphonies and operas.(奥地利有着悠久而丰富的音乐历史，从民歌和舞蹈到古典交响乐和歌剧。)”可知，文章主要介绍了奥地利丰富多样的音乐文化。故选C。 Passage 6 In recent years, AI has developed at a speedy pace and changed many areas of our life. The music industry is one of them. Today, AI can do a lot of work for music. It can write songs, create melodies and make simple music in a short time. Some musicians are in favor of this new technology. AI enables them to boost their working efficiency and create new pieces of music. For example, a singer can adopt AI to make a basic beat first. Then they add their own lyrics and feelings or epiphany to the music. In this way, AI becomes a helpful tool for them. However, other musicians are worried. They claim AI music may take away their jobs. They believe real music comes from human stories, personal experiences and emotions or feelings, which also reflects their outlook on life and the world. Real music can cure people’s broken hearts and remedy their soul. Or at least real human music can fulfill their inner heart. In this way, machines can never truly understand the essence behind the music, creating robotic music. What’s more, people don’t know who owns the copyright of AI-made songs, due to which some conflicts about the issue of copyright will happen in the near future. Although there are worries, AI is already around us. It is changing how people make, sell and listen to music. Many music industry leaders believe that humans and AI should work together. If we use AI in a right way, it will help us make better music for the world. 1．What can AI do in the music industry according to the passage? A．Help cure people’s broken hearts. B．Write songs and create melodies. C．Understand the essence of music. D．Solve the copyright problems. 2．Some musicians are in favor of AI because ________. A．it can improve their work efficiency B．it can bring in more money for them C．it takes the place of human musicians D．it can create music completely on its own 3．Which of the following is one reason why some musicians worry about AI? A．AI music lacks real human emotions. B．AI music is too expensive to make. C．AI makes music production slower. D．AI can hardly make simple music. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．AI has replaced human musicians completely. B．People hold different opinions on AI in music. C．Real music can no longer satisfy listeners. D．Copyright issue is the only problem of AI music. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。主要介绍人工智能在音乐领域的应用，以及音乐家们对此持有的支持与担忧两种不同观点。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Today, AI can do a lot of work for music. It can write songs, create melodies and make simple music in a short time.(如今，人工智能可以为音乐做很多工作。它可以写歌、创作旋律，并在短时间内制作简单的音乐。)”可知，人工智能在音乐行业可以写歌和创作旋律。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Some musicians are in favor of this new technology. AI enables them to boost their working efficiency and create new pieces of music.(一些音乐家支持这项新技术。人工智能使他们能够提高工作效率，创作新的音乐作品。)”可知，一些音乐家支持人工智能是因为它能提高他们的工作效率。故选A项。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“They believe real music comes from human stories, personal experiences and emotions or feelings, which also reflects their outlook on life and the world.(他们认为真正的音乐源于人类的故事、个人经历和情感，这也反映了他们的人生观和世界观。)”以及“In this way, machines can never truly understand the essence behind the music, creating robotic music.(这样一来，机器永远无法真正理解音乐背后的精髓，只能创作机械的音乐。)”可知，一些音乐家担心人工智能音乐缺乏真实的人类情感。故选A项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第二段中的“Some musicians are in favor of this new technology.(一些音乐家支持这项新技术。)”和第三段中的“However, other musicians are worried.(然而，其他音乐家对此感到担忧。)”可知，文章主要围绕人们对音乐领域应用人工智能持有不同观点展开论述，因此“人们对音乐中的人工智能持有不同观点”最能概括全文主旨。故选B项。 Passage 7 The Night of the Radishes (萝卜) is an annual event held on December 23 in Oaxaca, Mexico, where people carve oversized radishes into scenes for a competition. The radishes grown for the festival are different from the small, thin, red and white ones that are commonly on the tables of most restaurants in Mexico. Most often, they are not edible. Instead, they’re used as artists’ cloth and hand-carved into the different festive scenes. The tradition of carving radishes dates back to the late 19th century, when Oaxaca’s farmers would attract buyers’ attention in the Zocalo, the city’s main square, by creatively showing their seasonal produce. In search of an advantage over competitors, they’d cut their fruits and vegetables into eye-catching shapes in the hope of making an extra sale. This marketing technique slowly became a tradition, and in 1897, a radish-carving competition for locals in Oaxaca was held. Today, the radish festival’s cultural roots remain the same. Early on the morning of December 23, Oaxaca’s main square is changed into an exhibition space. Shortly after the wooden tables are put in order, competitors begin to work on their radishes at first light. Their works will formally be judged by mid - afternoon. More than 120,000 Mexican pesos (around $6,000) are on the line for the best designs, which are decided by a respected judging team made up of officials, previous winners and artists, who will award the prizes at 18:00. As night draws in, competitors can carry their masterpieces back home. These radishes will be shown on mantelpieces or outside homes for a few more hours before the white radish flesh begins to turn brown and soften. In 24 hours, they’ll be only good for compost (肥料), from which new radishes can grow the next year. 1．What does the underlined word “edible” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Easy to shape. B．Suitable for carving. C．Hard to protect. D．Fit to be eaten. 2．Why did Oaxaca’s farmers carve fruits and vegetables in the late 19th century? A．To join in local competitions. B．To display their carving skills. C．To appeal to more customers. D．To present artworks for festivals. 3．What can we learn about the radish - carving competition activity today? A．Judging starts in the early afternoon. B．The top prize is over 120,000 dollars. C．Competitors show their works until midnight. D．Former winners are included in the judging team. 4．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Oaxaca’s Annual Celebration: Foods and Celebrations in December B．The Marketing of the Radishes: Turning Produce into Public Attention C．Mexican Radishes: Growing Oversized Vegetables for Competitions D．The Night of the Radishes: Where Art Meets Tradition in Mexico 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．D 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了墨西哥瓦哈卡州的传统节日——萝卜之夜，讲述了该节日的起源、活动内容、比赛规则以及萝卜作品的后续处理，展现了艺术与传统的融合。 1．词句猜测题。根据第一段“Most often, they are not edible. Instead, they’re used as artists’ cloth and hand-carved into the different festive scenes. (这些萝卜通常不edible。而是被当作艺术材料，手工雕刻成不同的节日场景。)”可知，这些萝卜被用来雕刻而非食用，因此edible意为“适合食用的”。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“The tradition of carving radishes dates back to the late 19th century, when Oaxaca’s farmers would attract buyers’ attention in the Zocalo, the city’s main square, by creatively showing their seasonal produce. In search of an advantage over competitors, they’d cut their fruits and vegetables into eye-catching shapes in the hope of making an extra sale. (雕刻萝卜的传统可以追溯到十九世纪末，当时瓦哈卡的农民会在城市主广场索卡洛创意展示时令农产品，以吸引买家注意。为了在竞争中占据优势，他们把果蔬切成引人注目的形状，希望能多卖出一些。)”可知，农民雕刻果蔬是为了吸引更多顾客。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“More than 120,000 Mexican pesos (around $6,000) are on the line for the best designs, which are decided by a respected judging team made up of officials, previous winners and artists, who will award the prizes at 18:00. (最佳设计的奖金超过12万墨西哥比索（约6000美元），由一个由官员、往届获奖者和艺术家组成的权威评审团评选，并于18点颁奖。)”可知，评审团队中包含往届获奖者。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。全文围绕墨西哥的萝卜之夜展开，介绍了这一节日的传统起源与艺术雕刻活动，体现了艺术与传统的结合。D选项“The Night of the Radishes: Where Art Meets Tradition in Mexico (萝卜之夜：墨西哥艺术与传统的相遇)”最能概括文章主旨，适合用作标题。故选D。 Passage 8 For this Chinese New Year’s Eve, Tiffany Chen is trying something unconventional and ordering in a meal for her family get-together. She used a food delivery service app and searched New Year’s Eve dinner. “I actually found quite a few results! This apparently is a real thing now,” Chen said. The ease of ordering takeaway food is one of many ways technology is changing how Chinese people celebrate Chinese New Year, and this change has been embraced by all generations. In Shenzhen North Railway Station a week before Chinese New Year, a father hurried to catch a train. Yan Jianlong is from Changsha, the capital of Hunan Province. This year, instead of getting local food or other specialties as gifts, he wanted to buy something high-tech for his 10-year-old son. “I heard he likes these kinds of presents now,” Yan said. Chen Zhiyang, who runs a shop, said robotic toys such as dogs and drones (无人机) were the most popular of all his merchandise (商品). Beijing resident Wang Xiaoya said she would visit a friend in Brazil this year, and she could do so without feeling like she had neglected (忽视) her family since she would chat online to her mother and grandparents during the holidays. This technology is not the preserve of the young — Wang’s grandmother has learnt how to use smartphones. “It has really made it more convenient for families and friends to get closer,” Wang’s grandmother said. There have been questions about whether technology has changed the atmosphere at Chinese New Year and whether it means people have become lazy. “I think what technology has changed is only a formality,” Chen said. “It does not matter how you celebrate the festival, whether you are eating in, eating out, or ordering — the most valuable thing is who you celebrate it with.” 1．What did Tiffany Chen do for this Chinese New Year’s Eve? A．She ordered a takeout family meal. B．She cooked a special dish for her parents. C．She helped her parents prepare the family dinner. D．She booked a table at her favorite restaurant online. 2．What did the goods sold in Chen Zhiyang’s shop show? A．Local food is widely accepted. B．Giving gifts is an important tradition. C．Kids are excited about Chinese New Year. D．High-tech gifts are getting popular among kids. 3．What is the attitude of Wang Xiaoya’s grandmother to smartphones? A．Unclear. B．Supportive. C．Doubtful. D．Uninterested. 4．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A．Technology Is Changing Chinese New Year Celebrations B．Experience Different Ways of Celebrating Chinese New Year C．More New Technologies Are Needed in Chinese New Year Celebrations D．New Technology Is Making Chinese New Year Famous Worldwide 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了科技正改变中国人庆祝春节的方式，如点外卖、送高科技礼物及线上交流等。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“For this Chinese New Year’s Eve, Tiffany Chen is trying something unconventional and ordering in a meal for her family get-together.(今年的除夕夜，蒂芙尼·陈尝试了一种非传统的方式，为家人团聚点了一份外卖)”可知，蒂芙尼·陈今年的除夕夜点了一份外卖家庭餐。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Chen Zhiyang, who runs a shop, said robotic toys such as dogs and drones (无人机) were the most popular of all his merchandise (商品).(开店的陈志扬说，像狗和无人机这样的机器人玩具是他所有商品中最受欢迎的)”可知，陈志扬店里卖的商品表明高科技礼物在孩子们中越来越受欢迎。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据第二段中“This technology is not the preserve of the young — Wang’s grandmother has learnt how to use smartphones. “It has really made it more convenient for families and friends to get closer,” Wang’s grandmother said.(这项技术并不是年轻人的专利——王的外婆已经学会了如何使用智能手机。王的外婆说：“这真的让家人和朋友更亲近了。”)”可知，王小雅的外婆对智能手机的态度是支持的。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是根据第一段中“The ease of ordering takeaway food is one of many ways technology is changing how Chinese people celebrate Chinese New Year, and this change has been embraced by all generations.(点外卖的便利性是科技改变中国人庆祝春节方式的众多方式之一，这一变化得到了各年龄层的认可)”可知，本文主要讲述了科技正在改变中国人庆祝春节的方式，因此选项A“科技正在改变中国人庆祝春节的方式”是本文合适的标题。故选A。 Passage 9 Marianne North was an early female explorer, naturalist and painter. She traveled around the world, painting plants, people and places. She left an extraordinary legacy behind. Marianne looked after and traveled with her father for much of her life. After his death in1869, Marianne, financially independent at the age of forty, set off alone to explore and paint the world. During her long artistic journey around the world, Marianne displayed impressive courage and determination. Faced with numerous challenges in her pursuits, Marianne proved unaffected and would laugh it off. In Italy, when her landlord pretended he had no rooms for them except those on the fifth floor, Marianne fearlessly responded with “so to the fifth we went, and gained all the better view”. Marianne’s most famous supporter was Charles Darwin. Darwin’s power of bringing out other people’s best points extended to Marianne whom he advised to see and paint the Australian vegetation (植被) which was unlike that of any other country. Taking Darwin’s advice as a royal command, she went at once and eagerly returned in 1881 to sit with Darwin and his children under a shady tree to look closely at her paintings together. Marianne’s paintings and writing give detailed information on the location, habitat and uses of many of the plants she painted. On her travels, she collected and discovered plants that were new to botanical science at the time. A pitcher plant she painted in Borneo, for example, was unknown to science at the time she painted it. When botanists saw it, the painting caused great excitement. Through her art, she sought to inspire and educate people about the natural world. 1．What made Marianne’s traveling around the world at forty possible? A．Personal fame. B．Family support. C．Financial freedom. D．Darwin’s advice. 2．What does the author show by mentioning the event in Italy? A．Marianne’s painting skills. B．Marianne’s sense of humor. C．Marianne’s physical strength. D．Marianne’s positive attitude. 3．How did Marianne react to Darwin’s suggestion? A．She followed it immediately. B．She considered it a great honor. C．She discussed it with his children. D．She improved her techniques first. 4．What can we infer about Marianne’s painting of the pitcher plant? A．It was her most famous work. B．It helped identify a new species. C．It was painted to attract botanists. D．It proved her exceptional painting skills. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍早期女性探险家、博物学家玛丽安·诺斯的旅行经历、勇气品质及她的艺术和科学贡献。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“After his death in1869, Marianne, financially independent at the age of forty, set off alone to explore and paint the world.(1869年父亲去世后，40岁的玛丽安经济独立，独自出发去探索和描绘世界)”可知，玛丽安40岁能环游世界的原因是她拥有经济自由。故选C项。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Faced with numerous challenges in her pursuits, Marianne proved unaffected and would laugh it off. In Italy, when her landlord pretended he had no rooms for them except those on the fifth floor, Marianne fearlessly responded with “so to the fifth we went, and gained all the better view”.(在追求目标的过程中面临诸多挑战时，玛丽安表现得泰然自若，并一笑置之。在意大利，当房东假装除了五楼的房间外没有其他房间给他们时，玛丽安勇敢地回应道：“那我们就去五楼，还能欣赏到更好的风景。”)”可知，作者提及意大利的这件事，是为了体现玛丽安面对困难时的乐观从容，即积极的态度。故选D项。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Taking Darwin’s advice as a royal command, she went at once and eagerly returned in 1881 to sit with Darwin and his children under a shady tree to look closely at her paintings together.(玛丽安将达尔文的建议视为圣旨，立即动身，并于1881年急切地返回，与达尔文和他的孩子们坐在一棵阴凉的树下，一起仔细欣赏她的画作)”可知，玛丽安对达尔文的建议立刻遵从。故选A项。 4．推理判断题。根据第五段中的“A pitcher plant she painted in Borneo, for example, was unknown to science at the time she painted it. When botanists saw it, the painting caused great excitement.(例如，她在婆罗洲绘制的猪笼草，在她绘制时还不为科学界所知。当植物学家看到这幅画时，引起了极大的轰动)”可知，玛丽安绘制的猪笼草在当时是科学界未知的物种，这幅画帮助植物学家发现了这一新物种。故选B项。 Passage 10 Pioneering eye doctor Professor Fred Hollows had a simple vision that everyone in the world should have access to good eye care and sight-restoring surgery. Instead of building a profitable private practice, Fred chose to focus on breaking down the barriers to eye care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia and for people in poor countries worldwide. Unfortunately, in 1989, Fred was diagnosed with cancer. Knowing his time was limited, he became a man on a mission to make sure his work would continue. Just before he passed away in 1993, he was convinced by his wife, Gabi Hollows, to establish The Fred Hollows Foundation. Gabi, the Foundation’s founding director, describes their work as “like dropping a stone in the lake and watching the ripples grow.” Fred’s early approach was simple: treat eye problems, train local eye health workers, and make technology affordable. This “treat, train and equip” method became the blueprint for the Foundation’s work. For example, in Nepal, Fred partnered with a young doctor, Sanduk Ruit. Together, they set up training and built factories that could produce high-quality lenses (晶体) for eye surgery for less than $5, a huge reduction from the $150 they cost in industrialised countries. Over the past 30 years, The Fred Hollows Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. It has also delivered over 200 million doses of antibiotics to fight trachoma (沙眼), an infectious disease that causes blindness. The Foundation has persuaded governments to include eye health in their national health plans. Fred was driven by a powerful sense of injustice. He believed it was “not right to let people go blind when they don’t have to.” Today, the Foundation he inspired is one of Australia’s best-known charities. Though there are still many challenges, his Foundation and his spirit live on, ensuring his crucial work continues across the globe. 1．Why was The Fred Hollows Foundation established? A．To continue Fred’s mission. B．To expand a private clinic. C．To get support from government. D．To honor Gabi Hollows. 2．How was lens cost reduced? A．By importing cheaper ones. B．By producing lens locally. C．By receiving donations. D．By reusing surgical lenses. 3．Which words can best describe Fred? A．Selfless and responsible. B．Ambitious and humble. C．Reserved and ordinary. D．Cautious and fortunate. 4．What does the passage mainly describe? A．Advances in eye surgery. B．A doctor’s charity mission. C．The history of trachoma. D．Charity management in Australia. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了眼科医生Fred Hollows放弃个人利益，创立基金会以在全球范围内（特别是在贫困地区）推动可及的眼保健服务、培训本地医护人员并降低医疗成本的慈善事业及其深远影响。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Knowing his time was limited, he became a man on a mission to make sure his work would continue. Just before he passed away in 1993, he was convinced by his wife, Gabi Hollows, to establish The Fred Hollows Foundation. (意识到自己的生命即将走到尽头，他便立志要确保自己的工作能够继续下去。在1993年去世前，他的妻子Gabi Hollows说服他成立了Fred Hollows基金会)”可知，成立该基金会是为了延续Fred的使命。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“For example, in Nepal, Fred partnered with a young doctor, Sanduk Ruit. Together, they set up training and built factories that could produce high-quality lenses (晶体) for eye surgery for less than $5, a huge reduction from the $12 they cost in industrialised countries. (例如，在尼泊尔，Fred与一位年轻的医生Sanduk Ruit合作。他们一起设立了培训项目，并建造了工厂，能够以低于5美元的价格生产出用于眼科手术的高质量晶体，而这一价格在工业化国家则高达12美元，降幅十分巨大)”可知，通过在本地生产晶体，晶体成本得以被降低。故选B项。 3．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Instead of building a profitable private practice, Fred chose to focus on breaking down the barriers to eye care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia and for people in poor countries worldwide. (Fred没有选择建立一家盈利性的私人诊所，而是决定致力于消除澳大利亚原住民和托雷斯海峡岛民以及全球贫困国家民众在眼科护理方面所面临的障碍)”可知，Fred放弃个人利益选择服务弱势群体，体现了“无私”；再根据第二段中“Knowing his time was limited, he became a man on a mission to make sure his work would continue. Just before he passed away in 1993, he was convinced by his wife, Gabi Hollows, to establish The Fred Hollows Foundation. (意识到自己的生命即将走到尽头，他便立志要确保自己的工作能够继续下去。在1993年去世前，他的妻子Gabi Hollows说服他成立了Fred Hollows基金会)”可知，他在生命最后阶段仍致力于事业的延续，体现了“责任感”。故选A项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段中“Though there are still many challenges, his Foundation and his spirit live on, ensuring his crucial work continues across the globe. (尽管仍存在诸多挑战，但他的基金会以及他所秉持的精神依然存在，这确保了他那至关重要的工作能够在全球范围内继续开展下去)”可知，文章开篇介绍Fred的职业选择与公益使命，中间讲述他患病后成立基金会、其“治疗—培训—配备”模式的实践，结尾提及基金会的成就与他精神的传承。全文围绕Fred的慈善公益事业展开，核心是“一位医生的慈善事业”。故选B项。 Passage 11 Junji’s initial excitement upon arriving in the French town of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie for his semester abroad quickly gave way to a more complex emotion born of a growing list of worries — the unfamiliar climate, the fast-paced local language threatening to make his classroom French useless, and heavy traffic in the ancient narrow streets, yet one concern stood apart: a fear that it would be tough to fit in with the new eating pattern. What he had not anticipated, however, was that the real challenge would be social barriers, which seemed to be rooted in the very fabric of daily life. On his third day, he wandered into a local bakery. He just pointed to a golden cake, and the baker, a woman named Sylvie, stopped for a moment and then served him in silence. When Junji paid, he said, “Thanks!” Sylvie replied with a phrase “S’il vous plaît”. Junji, assuming this was part of a polite goodbye, hurried out of the door, saying “Au revoir”. The following morning, he tried to greet his hostess Madame Moreau with a casual “Hey”, only to be met with a quiet response. Moreau explained that in France, entering a home or beginning a conversation without the formality of “Bonjour” was often perceived not as a simple mistake, but as disrespect. The real moment of confusion, however, occurred during a community dinner. An elderly neighbor, Gaston, offered Junji a taste of his wine. Junji, wanting to be polite, declined with a wave of his hand, a gesture he considered perfectly friendly. Gaston seemed taken aback and grew so awkward. Later, Moreau explained that dealing with such an offer from an elder like that could be misinterpreted as rejecting friendship and community. In a society that valued such connections, accepting, even just symbolically, was the expected bridge. It was then that Junji understood. His challenge was about decoding a whole new set of unwritten rules. He realized that learning to read the hidden intentions that floated beneath the surface of every interaction was crucial. 1．What bothered Junji most initially when he got to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie? A．The fear of local socializing. B．His trouble with the local language. C．The unfamiliar local climate. D．His lack of adaptation to the local diet. 2．What was Junji’s misstep in the local bakery? A．He used informal responses. B．He left without any word. C．He pointed rudely at the cake. D．He failed to greet the baker. 3．Why did Gaston feel embarrassed during the community dinner? A．Junji talked with him symbolically. B．Junji gave an inappropriate gift to him. C．Junji incorrectly refused his invitation. D．Junji tasted his wine without comment. 4．What does Junji’s experience indicate? A．Cultural gap influences our communication. B．We overcome culture shock by exploring it. C．We should welcome cross-cultural lifestyles. D．Culture can help discipline our daily behaviors. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．C 4．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，文章主要讲述留学生俊二赴法国小镇进行一学期交换的跨文化适应经历。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“yet one concern stood apart: a fear that it would be tough to fit in with the new eating pattern(但有一件事却格外引人关注：他担心自己很难适应新的饮食习惯)”可知，他最初最特别的担忧是无法适应当地的饮食习惯。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段中“He just pointed to a golden cake, and the baker, a woman named Sylvie, stopped for a moment and then served him in silence. When Junji paid, he said, “Thanks!” Sylvie replied with a phrase “S’il vous plaît”. (他只是指着一块金黄色的蛋糕，面包师一位名叫Sylvie的女士停顿了一下，然后默默地为他服务。当俊二付款时，他说道：“谢谢！”Sylvie则回答了一句“S’il vous plaît”。)”可知，在面包店的场景中，俊二只是指了指蛋糕，付钱时说了“Thanks”，面包师用“S’il vous plaît”（请）回应，这暗示俊二缺少了基本的问候。结合后文“Moreau explained that in France, entering a home or beginning a conversation without the formality of “Bonjour” was often perceived not as a simple mistake, but as disrespect.(莫罗解释说，在法国，如果在进入某人家中或开始交谈时没有以“你好”这样的礼节性问候开场，人们往往不会将其视为一个简单的错误，而是认为这是一种不尊重的表现)”莫罗夫人对“Bonjour”重要性的解释，可以推断他的错误在于没有用“Bonjour”等正式用语问候面包师。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段中“Junji, wanting to be polite, declined with a wave of his hand, a gesture he considered perfectly friendly. Gaston seemed taken aback and grew so awkward.(俊二出于礼貌，挥手拒绝了，他认为这个动作表现得非常友好。加斯顿显得很惊讶，变得非常尴尬)”以及莫罗夫人的解释“Later, Moreau explained that dealing with such an offer from an elder like that could be misinterpreted as rejecting friendship and community.(后来，莫罗解释说，面对像这样来自长辈的提议，可能会被误解为拒绝建立友谊和社区关系)”可知，加斯顿尴尬是因为俊二拒绝了他分享酒的好意，这在当地文化中被视为拒绝友谊。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据全文内容，结合最后一段“It was then that Junji understood. His challenge was about decoding a whole new set of unwritten rules. He realized that learning to read the hidden intentions that floated beneath the surface of every interaction was crucial.(就在那时，俊二明白了。他的挑战在于解读一系列全新的不成文规则。他意识到，学会解读每一项互动背后潜藏的意图是至关重要的)”可知，俊二的经历说明了由于不了解当地的文化规范（如何问候、如何回应邀请），导致了误解和尴尬。这最直接地表明了文化差异对人际交流的影响。故选A。 Passage 12 Cross-cultural study tours, exemplified by international students’ experiences in Chinese universities, have come out as a vital component of global education. Far beyond tourism, these programs cultivate competencies essential for navigating an interconnected world, as illustrated by the journey of Ada, an American student in Beijing. Participants often face linguistic and cultural barriers. Ada initially struggled with rapid Mandarin in physics classes and conflicts between collectivist lab norms (emphasizing group effort) and her individualist learning style. Such challenges, however, became opportunities to develop adaptability — a core 21st-century skill. By working with a bilingual “culture buddy”, she learned to reframe “differences” as complementary (互补) perspectives, turning potential frustration into cognitive growth. The tours emphasize experiential learning over textbook knowledge. Ada’s field trip to study bird migration, where she combined Western data analysis with Chinese ink-wash sketching, demonstrated how cross-cultural integration enriches problem-solving. Joint projects, like mapping the village ecosystem, further nourished teamwork and respect for diverse approaches. These experience allow a sense of shared responsibility for global issues, from environment conservation to cultural preservation. Living with local peers and participating in daily routines — from trying spicy cuisine to using mobile payments — breaks down stereotypes. Ada’s initial hesitation gave way to genuine connections: she presented American holidays to classmates and received handwritten notes in return. This joint exchange boosts empathy, teaching students to see the world through others’ eyes. Essentially, cross-cultural study tours transform “strangers” into “global neighbors”. By integrating challenges, cooperation, and immersion, they equip students with the mindset and skills to thrive in a diverse world — proving that education’s true value lies not in avoiding differences, but in celebrating them. 1．What can be inferred about Ada’s initial experience? A．She made difficulties into chances for growth. B．She skillfully handled cultural barriers first. C．The culture buddy totally solved her problems. D．The challenges made her give up her studies. 2．What does Ada’s bird migration study prove about cross-cultural mixing? A．It urges scientific research. B．It enhances problem-solving. C．It assists experiential learning. D．It promotes the application of data. 3．What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A．Ada’s personal hobbies in China. B．Mobile payments’ popularity abroad. C．Sharing culture builds cultural empathy. D．Holidays bridge culture recognition gap. 4．What can be a suitable title for the passage? A．Ada’s Experience in China: Breaking Ice B．Cross-cultural Output: Defeating Barriers C．Ada’s Journey: From Frustration to Friendship D．Cultural Exchange: A Path to Global Neighbors 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章以美国学生Ada在中国的经历为例，介绍跨文化研学旅行的意义及对学生能力的培养。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Ada initially struggled with rapid Mandarin in physics classes and conflicts between collectivist lab norms (emphasizing group effort) and her individualist learning style. (Ada 最初在物理课上难以适应语速较快的普通话，也面临着集体主义实验室规范（强调团队努力）与她个人主义学习风格之间的冲突)”以及“Such challenges, however, became opportunities to develop adaptability — a core 21st-century skill. (然而，这些挑战成为了培养适应能力的机会 —— 这是 21 世纪的一项核心技能)”可推断，Ada最初的经历中，她将遇到的困难转化成了成长的机会。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Ada’s field trip to study bird migration, where she combined Western data analysis with Chinese ink-wash sketching, demonstrated how cross-cultural integration enriches problem-solving. (Ada 去研究鸟类迁徙的实地考察中，将西方的数据分析与中国的水墨画素描相结合，这展示了跨文化融合如何丰富解决问题的方式)”可知，Ada 的鸟类迁徙研究证明了跨文化融合能增强解决问题的能力。故选B项。 3．主旨大意题。根据第四段中的“Living with local peers and participating in daily routines — from trying spicy cuisine to using mobile payments — breaks down stereotypes. (与当地同龄人同住，参与日常生活 —— 从尝试辛辣美食到使用移动支付 —— 打破了刻板印象)”以及“This joint exchange boosts empathy, teaching students to see the world through others’ eyes. (这种联合交流增强了同理心，教会学生从他人的角度看世界)”可知，该段主要讲述了通过文化分享，Ada与当地同学建立联系，增强了文化同理心。故选C项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章开篇点明跨文化研学旅行是全球教育的重要组成部分，接着以Ada的经历为例，介绍了跨文化研学旅行如何帮助学生克服障碍、增强能力、建立同理心，最后总结跨文化研学旅行能将“陌生人”变成 “全球邻居”。D选项“文化交流：通往全球邻居的道路”能概括全文主旨，适合作本文标题。故选D项。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $