专题05 阅读回答问题10篇（成都专用）（中考模拟）-2026年成都中考英语总复习(语法+题型)

专题05 阅读回答问题10篇 （成都专用） 内容导航 内容速递 中考模拟练习 内容速递 本资料共10篇专项训练 各地市联考真题练习 专注模拟 争夺高分 中考模拟练习 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 As we all know, the 24 solar terms are an important part of the traditional Chinese calendar. In 2025, the 19th term, the Start of Winter, fell on November 7th. In ancient times, Chinese people considered the Start of Winter as the beginning of winter. In fact, this term does not really mark the beginning of winter. Because the weather changes every year, the real start of winter can come earlier or later. Moreover, China covers a large area, so winter doesn’t arrive everywhere on the same day. People paid much attention to the Start of Winter in ancient China. Before the Start of Winter, the emperor would give up eating meat and take a shower. On the day of the Start of Winter, he and his officials would leave the palace to hold the “Welcoming Winter” ceremony. For the common people, they offered new crops and meat to their ancestors in the hope of a good harvest (收获) in the next year. Today, some traditions of the Start of Winter are still kept alive in China. On the Start of Winter, a tradition named “nourishing the winter (补冬)” is popular in parts of Southeast China. People in provinces like Fujian and Guangdong have high-calorie (高热量的) food to store energy for the cold months ahead. They usually cook chicken, fish or beef with Chinese herbs (药草) to make them healthier. Chinese people have always lived in peace with nature. We watch nature’s changes, follow its rules, and use its gifts wisely. These traditions not only carry our culture but also teach us how to respect and protect nature. 1．How many solar terms are there in winter according to the Chinese Calendar? 2．What causes the time difference in the beginning of winter? 3．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? 4．Why do people practice the traditions of “nourishing the winter”? 5．What do the traditions of the Start of Winter reflect? 【答案】1．6/Six. 2．The weather changes every year and China is so large that winter doesn’t arrive everywhere on the same day./The changing weather every year and China’s large area. 3．The celebrations for the Start of Winter in ancient China./How ancient Chinese celebrated the Start of Winter. 4．To store energy for the cold months ahead and keep healthy. 5．They reflect Chinese people’s respect for nature./They reflect the rich culture of China. /... 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国传统二十四节气中的立冬，包括其时间、古代与现代的相关习俗，以及这些传统所承载的文化内涵和对自然的态度。 1．根据中国农历二十四节气的划分，冬季共有六个节气，因此答案为6/Six。 2．原文第二段明确提到“Because the weather changes every year”以及“Moreover, China covers a large area, so winter doesn’t arrive everywhere on the same day”，整合这两处信息即可得出答案。 3．第三段整体介绍了古代中国从上至皇帝下至百姓，对立冬的重视以及相关的庆祝仪式和祭祀活动，因此是对该段内容的概括。 4．第四段提到人们在补冬时食用高热量食物并用草药烹制食材，目的是“to store energy for the cold months ahead”以及“to make them healthier”，目的是为即将到来的寒冷月份储存能量并保持健康。 5．文章最后一段指出这些传统传承文化，教会人们尊重和保护自然，答案可从文化内涵、对自然的态度等角度概括。 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 Silent Spring (寂静的春天) Rachel Carson There was a strange stillness. The birds, for example, where had they gone? Many people spoke of them, puzzled and disturbed. The feeding stations in the backyards were deserted. The few birds seen anywhere were moribund; they trembled violently and could not fly. It was a spring without voices. On the mornings that had once throbbed with the dawn chorus of robins, catbirds, doves, jays, wrens, and scores of other bird voices, there was now no sound; only silence lay over the fields and woods and marsh. Rachel Carson was a scientist by profession, but these lines from the opening chapter of her 1962 book Silent Spring, “A Fable for Tomorrow”, show her talent as a writer. By imagining a world without birds, she aimed to alert not only the scientific community but also the general public to the damaging effects of human activity on natural ecosystems, in particular, to the harmful use of pesticides, such as DDT (杀虫剂). She believed that the chemical industry was knowingly causing harm to plants, animals and even humans, and wished to see pesticides used in a more responsible, limited and carefully monitored way. Carson urged people to make themselves aware of the facts and do something about the situation. Silent Spring contains a lot of scientific research and case studies. The book details the gypsy moth eradication programme, which killed birds, in addition to gypsy moths. Another case study was the fire-ant programme that killed cows, but not fire ants. The book also gives dozens of other examples of eradication programmes that did nothing to reduce the problems they were originally designed to solve. The 50 or so pages at the end of the book list Carson’s sources, showing how thorough and precise she was as a scientist. Carson’s message was very alarming, causing a great increase in environmental awareness.  Its impact was immediate and far-reaching: the use of DDT was banned and the Environmental Protection Agency was established in the US. Silent Spring was therefore regarded as a milestone in the launch of the green movement in the Western world. It also earned Carson a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom and put her face on the 17-cent US stamp. Silent Spring was not, however, received positively by everyone. Though Carson’s research was strong and was supported by most scientists who reviewed her work, the book quickly became a target for critics in the pesticide industry. They said that Carson did not understand the science behind her arguments because she was a marine biologist rather than a chemist. Some also said that her work was more emotional than scientific. These were attempts to damage Carson’s reputation and stop her work from influencing public policy, but she remained determined to stand by her research. Carson appeared in public and on television to defend her claims, and today, more than 50 years after it was published, the voice of Silent Spring is still ringing loud and clear. Personally, I enjoy Carson’s book. She made a crucial but potentially difficult-to-understand subject interesting and accessible to millions of people. This is not so much because of the quality of her arguments, strong though they are, but because of the beauty and elegance of her writing. Her book not only changed the world; half a century later it remains a book that deserves to be reread today, so that we can once again feel ourselves warm to the fire of its passionate message. For unless we do listen to Rachel Carson’s warning, one day we may wake up to the strange and quiet horror of another silent spring. 1．What did Rachel Carson do and what was she good at? 2．What is the main purpose of Rachel Carson’s writing the book Silent Spring?     3．Why did the book Silent Spring quickly become a target for critics in the pesticide industry? 4．What does the underlined sentence mean in the last paragraph? 5．How can we protect our natural environment as junior high students? (Give at least 2 examples) 【答案】1．She was a professional scientist and she was also good at writing. 2．She aimed to warn scientists and the public about the harm human activities, especially the harmful use of pesticides like DDT, did to natural ecosystems. 3．Because the book was against their interests. They said Carson lacked related chemical knowledge and her work was more emotional than scientific in order to ruin her reputation and stop her work from influencing public policy. 4．We should still value and listen to the warning in Silent Spring today, or we will face serious environmental damage one day. 5．We can save water and electricity in daily life. We can also avoid using plastic bags and take part in tree-planting activities. 【导语】本文介绍了美国海洋生物学家雷切尔·卡森。 1．根据第二段“Rachel Carson was a scientist by profession…show her talent as a writer.”可知，她是一位专业的科学家，同时也擅长写作，关键信息可以从原文中提取。 2．根据第二段“By imagining a world without birds, she aimed to alert not only the scientific community but also the general public to the damaging effects of human activity on natural ecosystems, in particular, to the harmful use of pesticides, such as DDT (杀虫剂).”可知，她旨在向科学家和公众警示人类活动，尤其是像DDT这类有害杀虫剂的不当使用，对自然生态系统造成的危害，梳理核心逻辑整理得到答案。 3．根据第五段“They said that Carson did not understand the science behind her arguments because she was a marine biologist rather than a chemist. Some also said that her work was more emotional than scientific…but she remained determined to stand by her research.”可知，因为这本书与他们的利益相悖。他们声称卡森缺乏相关的化学知识，而且她的研究更多是基于情感而非科学，目的是要诋毁她的声誉，并阻止她的研究对公共政策产生影响，梳理核心逻辑整理得到答案。 4．根据末段“For unless we do listen to Rachel Carson’s warning, one day we may wake up to the strange and quiet horror of another silent spring. ”可知，这一句话是说“因为如果我们不听从雷切尔·卡森的警告，那么终有一天，我们可能会猛然意识到另一个“寂静的春天”所带来的奇异而寂静的恐怖景象”，因此这句话指：我们仍应重视并倾听《寂静的春天》一书中的警示，否则终有一天我们会面临严重的环境破坏。 5．开放性问题，言之有理即可，答案不唯一。 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 Real Friendship The Cambridge Dictionary’s Word of the Year 2025, “parasocial” made me think of my college years. When I went to college, I expected to have the social experiences I had seen in old movies: close friendships and late-night discussions. But social life at my college was full of loud parties. Worse, it was a school in South America with different cultural expectations. Northern kids like me had a hard time getting along with others. It was a lonely time. I found writers who thought like me. Their books made me feel less alone. “Trust yourself,” Ralph Waldo Emerson advised. I could almost feel his hand on my shoulder as I stood apart from my schoolmates. But so often, I felt they could never be my friends. With friends, I imagined, there must be a real meeting of minds. It’s simply easier to find people who share our ideas in books and movies than in the small circle nearby. After all, it’s a bigger world out there. We may find people we really admire, who are smarter than anyone we know personally. It is easy to want to make friends with the characters in books and movies. Today, though, there is another choice for people who have difficulty forming connections: AI. You can create a friend that you cannot find in real life. AI can take on almost any role. In some ways, it seems like the perfect friend. But these parasocial friendships are always one-sided. What is real friendship? It is built on give and take. We want support from our friends, and they want support from us. We want to share our news and ideas with our friends, and they want to share theirs with us. It’s comforting to know that you’re not alone in having a certain thought. However, it’s also important to provide that comfort for someone else. Some people find inspiration in Ralph Waldo Emerson, but others admire Tu Youyou, or perhaps Eileen Gu. Don’t just admire them from afar—start making friends with the person sitting next to you, or someone in your dorm, or a classmate in the classroom. Real friendship often starts when we reach out ourselves. 1．Did the writer get a sense of belonging at university? 2．What did the writer believe true friendship must have? 3．According to the passage, who can be people’s parasocial friends? (List 2 examples) 4．In the writer’s opinion, how is parasocial friendship different from real friendship? 5．What kind of friends does the writer advise us to make? (no more than 5 words) 【答案】1．No, he/she didn’t. 2．A real meeting of minds. 3．Characters in books and movies; AI. 4．Parasocial friendship is always one-sided, while real friendship is built on give and take. 5．Friends around us. 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章围绕“真正的友谊”展开讨论，作者先讲述自己大学时难以融入社交生活，进而思考真正的友谊，还提及当下人们借助书籍、电影、AI等寻找类似友谊的现象，最后呼吁人们与身边的人建立真正的友谊。 1．第一段“It was a lonely time.”说明，作者在大学时很孤独，没有获得归属感。故答案为No, he/she didn’t. 2．第二段“With friends, I imagined, there must be a real meeting of minds.”说明，作者认为真正的友谊必须有心灵上的真正契合。因此答案是原文直接信息。 3．第三段“It is easy to want to make friends with the characters in books and movies.”以及第四段“Today, though, there is another choice for people who have difficulty forming connections: AI.”说明，书籍和电影中的人物、AI都可以成为人们的拟社会朋友。因此答案是原文直接信息。 4．第五段“But these parasocial friendships are always one-sided. What is real friendship? It is built on give and take.”说明，在作者看来，拟社会友谊总是单方面的，而真正的友谊是建立在相互给予和索取的基础上的。 5．最后一段“Don’t just admire them from afar—start making friends with the person sitting next to you, or someone in your dorm, or a classmate in the classroom. Real friendship often starts when we reach out ourselves.”表明，作者建议我们与身边的人交朋友。 阅读短文，根据短文内容回答问题。 The 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala wowed people with the program Wu BOT, where humanoid robots performed traditional Chinese kung fu together with young artists, making it a big hit of this year’s gala. The robots are designed and produced by Unitree Technology, a leading Chinese tech company. These Unitree H1 and G1 robots performed difficult movements on stage, such as drunken boxing and nunchaku (双节棍)—once thought impossible for machines. With high-precision (高精度的) control and smooth movement design, the robots moved smoothly and worked naturally with human performers. The most memorable part was the 1.8-meter-tall H2 robot. Unlike other robots, not only did it wear a heavy costume, but it held a magic golden stick. What’s more, it even stood on a “cloud” made of robot dogs! This creative idea brought a classic Chinese story The Monkey King to life with modern technology. At the 2025 gala, the company’s robots could only perform simple group dances. This year, however, its H1 and G1 robots completed kung fu movements without any difficulty and seemed like real kung fu masters. Wu BOT is more than just a fun stage act. It helps young people understand traditional Chinese culture, especially kung fu, in a new way. It also shows the public the latest developments in China’s humanoid robot technology. In the future, such technology will be widely used in public places like schools, hotels, restaurants and so on. 1．What does the underlined word “it” refer to in the first paragraph? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 2．What made the H1 and G1 robots perform difficult but smooth kung fu movements? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 3．In how many ways was the H2 robot different from the others? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 4．Why did the writer compare the robot show of the 2025 gala with that in 2026? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 5．Do you agree that humanoid robot technology will be widely used in public places? Why or why not? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】1．The robot show Wu BOT. 2．High-precision control and smooth movement design. 3．Three ways. 4．To show the progress or improvement of the robot technology. 5．Yes, I agree. Because it can help people in many ways, such as serving in hotels or teaching in schools, making our life more convenient and interesting. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了2026年春晚机器人节目《Wu BOT》中机器人表演的精彩内容，展示了中国机器人技术的进步，并指出其在未来的广泛应用前景。 1．根据第一段“the program Wu BOT, where humanoid robots performed... making it a big hit of this year’s gala”可知，it指代前文提到的机器人节目Wu BOT。 2．根据第二段最后一句“With high-precision control and smooth movement design, the robots moved smoothly and worked naturally with human performers.”可知，H1和G1机器人能够完成流畅的武术动作是因为高精度控制和流畅的动作设计。 3．根据第三段“Unlike other robots, not only did it wear a heavy costume, but it held a magic golden stick. What’s more, it even stood on a ‘cloud’ made of robot dogs!”可知，H2 机器人在三个方面不同于其他机器人：穿着厚重的戏服、手持金箍棒、站在机器狗组成的云朵上。 4．根据第四段“At the 2025 gala, the company’s robots could only perform simple group dances. This year, however, its H1 and G1 robots completed kung fu movements without any difficulty and seemed like real kung fu masters.”可知，作者将2025年和2026年的机器人表演进行对比，是为了展示技术的进步或提升。 5．本题为开放性试题，答案不唯一，可围绕机器人技术在未来公共场所的便利性、效率提升及生活品质改善等方面展开，也可适当提及需要关注的问题，结合文章内容和自己的观点合理作答即可。 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 A puzzle is a fun game that you put many small pieces together to make a complete picture. It has been popular around the world for a long time, as it can help people relax and train their thinking. When I was 10, I decided to finish a 1,000-piece puzzle to pass the time. After completing it, a strong feeling of satisfaction suddenly came to me. After that, puzzles grew into a regular part of my life—not only easy ones but also challenging types during the holidays. A few years later, I started sharing puzzle videos on my social media. At first, it was just a fun hobby. Then I made a brave decision to try a 24,000-piece puzzle, recording the whole process for months and posting the videos online. To my surprise, many people enjoyed watching them. This made me realize puzzles might be more than just a hobby. Later, I began taking part in national and international puzzle competitions. It needs both speed and good ways: my brain looks for colors and patterns, while my hands keep putting the pieces in place. Different players have different skills—I like starting from the middle with special parts instead of the usual way of starting with the edges (边缘). During competitions, every second is important. I must always check my area to make sure no pieces fall on the floor, because small mistakes can ruin (毁坏) the game. Although there is competition, the puzzle group is very helpful. We all love puzzles and help each other. Doing puzzles has taught me focus and the importance of small steps. Every piece I put down brings me closer to the whole picture, which reminds me that success doesn’t come overnight. It reminds me that progress happens, even if it’s slow. 1．Why is a puzzle popular around the world? 2．How did the writer feel after finishing a 1,000-piece puzzle when he was 10? 3．What does the writer mean by saying “puzzles might be more than just a hobby” in paragraph 2? 4．What are the challenges for the writer in puzzle competitions? List three. 5．The writer mentions that “progress happens, even if it’s slow”. How can you relate this idea to your own study or life? Give an example. 【答案】1．Because it can help people relax and train their thinking. 2．He felt a strong feeling of satisfaction. 3．It means puzzles could become more than just a fun activity; they might lead to competitions or even a career.   4．Three challenges: speed, good strategies, and avoiding mistakes like pieces falling on the floor.   5．For example, when I practice playing the piano, I only learn a few measures each day. It seems slow, but over time I can play a whole piece, showing that small steps lead to progress. 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者与拼图游戏的深厚情感，从最初作为消遣的爱好，到后来成为社交媒体上的分享内容，再到参加国内外拼图比赛的经历。文章不仅展现了拼图游戏的乐趣与挑战，还传达了坚持与努力的重要性。 1．根据文章第一段“It has been popular around the world for a long time, as it can help people relax and train their thinking.”可知，拼图在世界各地都很受欢迎，因为它可以帮助人们放松和训练思维。 2．根据文章第一段“When I was 10, I decided to finish a 1,000-piece puzzle to pass the time. After completing it, a strong feeling of satisfaction suddenly came to me.”可知，作者10岁时完成了一幅1000块的拼图后，感到非常满足。 3．根据文章第二段“Then I made a brave decision to try a 24,000-piece puzzle, recording the whole process for months and posting the videos online. To my surprise, many people enjoyed watching them. This made me realize puzzles might be more than just a hobby.”可知，作者尝试24000块的拼图并录制视频发布到网上后，发现很多人喜欢看，这让他意识到拼图可能不仅仅是一个爱好，还可能带来更多机会，如参加比赛或发展成职业。 4．根据文章第三段“It needs both speed and good ways...”和第四段“I must always check my area to make sure no pieces fall on the floor, because small mistakes can ruin the game.”可知，作者在拼图比赛中面临的挑战包括速度、好的策略以及避免拼图块掉到地上等错误。 5．根据文章最后一段“Every piece I put down brings me closer to the whole picture, which reminds me that success doesn’t come overnight. It reminds me that progress happens, even if it’s slow.”可知，作者通过拼图领悟到，即使进步缓慢，但每一步都在接近成功。结合个人经历，可以举例说明如何通过持续的小努力取得进步。 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 Dear friends, Recently, people found a band was created by using AI. Their music, pictures of the band members and stories about who they are were all made by AI. At first, the public didn’t know this. When they learned the truth, some people wondered if the band’s songs should be marked more clearly. There are Sally’s and Tom’s opinions about this question. Music is much more than just a tune and words. It is linked to human experiences and feelings, and often has strong messages. Music made by a computer just doesn’t have the same depth, so listeners have the right to know they’re listening to AI-made music or songs. Artists have worried their music is used to train AI without their agreement. A number of famous musicians have spoken about this. They think it is really unfair. Besides, AI is developing and changing so fast that it’s hard to keep up—which makes it even more important that AI-created content is clearly marked. As long as people like how the music sounds, do they really need to know how it was made? The final result is what counts. If listeners can’t tell that music was made with AI, then it’s surely just as good as real music made by humans. Besides, AI could be a big help to musicians. Not everyone can get into a recording room or have expensive tools to make music, and AI can fill this gap (空白). People who use AI to help make music shouldn’t be treated differently. AI-created music is just a result of progress, after all. Using technology to make music isn’t new—it has been done for years. 1．How was the band created? 2．What question are Sally and Tom answering? 3．What does it refer to according to Sally? 4．Why is AI a big help to musicians in Tom’s eyes? 5．“It doesn’t matter how music is made.” Who agrees with it, Sally or Tom? What’s your opinion? 【答案】1．By using AI. 2．Should the band’s songs be marked more clearly? 3．Using the artists’ music to train AI without their agreement. 4．Because not everyone can get into a recording room or have expensive tools to make music, and AI can fill this gap. 5．Tom (does). The value of music lies in whether it can touch people and bring them enjoyment, regardless of whether it is created by humans or AI. Technology is just a tool, and the final result is what truly matters. 【导语】本文是一篇议论文，围绕一个由人工智能创建的乐队展开讨论，呈现了Sally和Tom对于该乐队歌曲是否应更清晰标注这一问题的不同观点，Sally认为音乐与人类经历和情感相关，AI创作音乐缺乏深度，且AI发展快，其创作内容应清晰标注；Tom则认为只要听众喜欢音乐，无需知道其创作方式，AI还能帮助音乐人填补创作空白。 1．根据 “Recently, people found a band was created by using AI. ” 可知，这个乐队是通过人工智能创建的。故填By using AI. 2．根据 “When they learned the truth, some people wondered if the band’s songs should be marked more clearly. There are Sally’s and Tom’s opinions about this question.” 可知，Sally和Tom在回答乐队的歌曲是否应该更清晰地标注这一问题。故填Should the band’s songs be marked more clearly? 3．根据 “Artists have worried their music is used to train AI without their agreement. A number of famous musicians have spoken about this. They think it is really unfair.” 以及前文Sally认为AI创作内容应清晰标注等内容可知，这里Sally所指“这”是未经艺术家同意用他们的音乐训练人工智能。故填Using the artists’ music to train AI without their agreement. 4．根据 “Besides, AI could be a big help to musicians. Not everyone can get into a recording room or have expensive tools to make music, and AI can fill this gap (空白).” 可知，在Tom看来，AI对音乐家有很大帮助是因为不是每个人都能进入录音室或有昂贵的工具来制作音乐，而AI可以填补这个空白。故填Because not everyone can get into a recording room or have expensive tools to make music, and AI can fill this gap. 5．本题为开放性问题，答案不唯一。根据 “As long as people like how the music sounds, do they really need to know how it was made? The final result is what counts.” 可知Tom同意“音乐是如何创作的并不重要”这一观点。对于个人观点，合理阐述理由即可，示例答案为Tom (does). The value of music lies in whether it can touch people and bring them enjoyment, regardless of whether it is created by humans or AI. Technology is just a tool, and the final result is what truly matters. 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 The sun hung low in the sky, brushing gold over the empty area. The air buzzed (喧闹)—not with insects, but with voices, cameras, and the weight of something about to begin. Roy’s heart beat like a drum. He looked out at the people gathering for the pancake house ground-breaking ceremony (仪式). Behind him stood the company men and the reporters. And under his feet—hidden underground—were the tiny holes of the owls. No sign marked them. No fence protected them. They asked nothing, made no sound, yet now heavy machines waited, ready to destroy their living area. Roy had tried to stay out of trouble. He liked quiet. But now, staying quiet didn’t feel right. He stepped up to the microphone. “Excuse me,” he said, voice shaking. “Before you dig…you should know the truth.” The crowd grew quiet. “There are owls living here,” Roy said. “They’re small. They’re scared. And if you build here, you’ll destroy their homes.” Someone in the crowd laughed. A reporter asked, “How do you know that?” “Because I saw them. I stood right there and watched them. They live here. They belong here. And they matter.” The manager stepped forward, “This is not your business, kid.” Roy turned to face him. His fear turned into something else—strength. “It’s my business. It’s everyone’s business. We can’t just destroy what we don’t see. Progress should not come at the cost of wonder,” he said. His hands stopped shaking. People in the crowd began whispering. One mother held her child’s hand. A teacher nodded. Even the manager looked uncertain. Roy didn’t know what would happen next. But he did what he could. He spoke the truth. Roy used to be scared. But doing the right thing made him stronger. Sometimes, doing what you can is enough to shift (改变) the wind. 1．Why did the people gather in the empty area together? 2．Were the owls under protection? How do you know? 3．What was Roy’s purpose in stepping up to the microphone to speak? 4．What’s your understanding of the underlined sentences? 5．If you were Roy, what could you do further to shift the wind?（至少两点，言之有理即可） 【答案】1．They gathered for the pancake house ground-breaking ceremony. 2．No, they weren’t. We know this because no sign marked their living area and no fence protected them. 3．His purpose was to tell people the truth that owls lived there and stop the construction from destroying the owls’ homes. 4．It means that protecting nature and the lives we don’t see is everyone’s responsibility, and progress shouldn’t come at the cost of destroying the wonderful things around us. 5．I could take photos of the owls and show them to more people to raise awareness. I could contact local animal protection organizations for help. 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了男孩Roy在一家煎饼店的奠基仪式上，勇敢站出来保护地下猫头鹰栖息地的故事，展现了他的勇气与对自然的责任感。 1．根据第一段“Roy looked out at the people gathering for the pancake house ground-breaking ceremony.”可知，人们聚集在空地是为了参加煎饼店的奠基仪式。故填They gathered for the pancake house ground-breaking ceremony. 2．根据第二段“No sign marked them. No fence protected them.”可知，猫头鹰没有受到保护。故填No, they weren’t. We know this because no sign marked their living area and no fence protected them. 3．根据Roy的发言“Before you dig…you should know the truth.”以及“They’re owls living here…you’ll destroy their homes.”可知，他走上麦克风是为了告诉大家这里是猫头鹰的栖息地，阻止施工队破坏它们的家园。故填His purpose was to tell people the truth that owls lived there and stop the construction from destroying the owls’ homes. 4．根据上下文，这句话“It’s my business. It’s everyone’s business.”的意思是：保护自然和我们看不见的生命是每个人的责任，不应以牺牲美好事物为代价换取发展。故填It means that protecting nature and the lives we don’t see is everyone’s responsibility, and progress shouldn’t come at the cost of destroying the wonderful things around us. 5．开放性问题，答案不唯一，可结合现实中保护动物与环境的可行方式作答。故填I could take photos of the owls and show them to more people to raise awareness. I could contact local animal protection organizations for help. For centuries, China has been known as a state of manners. There were many greeting manners in ancient China. And the fist-and-palm salute was quite a classic example. Today, although Chinese people usually shake hands when meeting friends and relatives, people still make fist-and-palm salutes when they are paying a visit to someone during the Spring Festival or attending someone’s celebrations or birthday receptions. The fist-and-palm salute can go back more than 3,000 years ago. Since the Western Zhou Dynasty, people had already performed it when meeting friends. In ancient times, if people met a stranger, they would like to prepare for a fight if necessary, and their hands were always ready for holding any weapon (武器). Holding hands together and pointing towards themselves was a gesture of saying “relax”— they came in peace and they were not here to pick a fight. Later, it became the manner when people met each other or showed thanks. So, how should people do the fist-and-palm salute properly? To start with, stand straight. If you’re a man, make a half fist with your right hand, then hold the right hand with your left hand in front of your heart, look at the person, raise both hands to the eyebrows (眉毛), bow without shaking, and do it gently three times. At the same time, you can also say some lucky greeting words. If you’re a woman, you should do it using the opposite hand position. As a valuable part of Chinese culture, the fist-and-palm salute not only carries the wisdom of harmony (和谐) from ancient times but also connects people’s truthful greetings today. It reminds us to value and pass on these time-honored traditions, letting the spirit of traditional custom shine through daily interactions. 1．When do Chinese people still make fist-and-palm salutes today? 2．What did the fist-and-palm salute mean in ancient China? 3．What is the first requirement when doing the fist-and-palm salute properly? 4．How should a woman hold her hands when doing the fist-and-palm salute? 5．Do you think we should still keep the fist-and-palm salute tradition in modern life? And why? 【答案】1．When they are paying a visit to someone during the Spring Festival or attending someone’s celebrations or birthday receptions. 2．It meant “relax”, showing they came in peace and didn’t want to pick a fight. Later, it became a manner for meeting or showing thanks. 3．To stand straight. 4．She should use the opposite hand position (make a half fist with the left hand and hold it with the right hand). 5．Yes, I do. Because it is a valuable part of Chinese culture and carries the wisdom of harmony, which can help us pass on traditional customs. 【导语】本文介绍了中国传统礼仪 “抱拳礼” 的历史渊源、文化内涵、正确做法，以及它在现代生活中的传承意义，体现了传统文化在当代的价值。 1．根据“Today, although Chinese people usually shake hands when meeting friends and relatives, people still make fist-and-palm salutes when they are paying a visit to someone during the Spring Festival or attending someone’s celebrations or birthday receptions.”可知，如今中国人在春节期间拜访他人，或是参加庆典、生日会时，仍会行抱拳礼，故填When they are paying a visit to someone during the Spring Festival or attending someone’s celebrations or birthday receptions. 2．根据“In ancient times...Holding hands together and pointing towards themselves was a gesture of saying “relax”—they came in peace and they were not here to pick a fight. Later, it became the manner when people met each other or showed thanks.”可知，在古代中国，抱拳礼表示“放松”，意味着人们是带着和平而来，并非要挑起争斗，后来也成为人们见面或表达感谢的礼仪，故填It meant “relax”, showing they came in peace and didn’t want to pick a fight. Later, it became a manner for meeting or showing thanks. 3．根据“To start with, stand straight.”可知，正确行抱拳礼的第一步是站直，故填To stand straight. 4．根据“If you’re a woman, you should do it using opposite hand position.”可知，女性行抱拳礼时，要使用与男性相反的手势（即左手握拳，右手包在左拳外），故填She should use the opposite hand position (make a half fist with the left hand and hold it with the right hand). 5．本题为开放性问题，答案不唯一，结合文化传承、礼仪意义等合理作答即可。故填Yes, I do. Because it is a valuable part of Chinese culture and carries the wisdom of harmony, which can help us pass on traditional customs. 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 The Super Power of “Yet” In the fast-moving world, many people hope to succeed quickly. But real success hardly comes so fast. True success takes time and hard work. It also needs the right mindset. This means how we think about our own ability. Psychologist Carol Dweck has spent years studying this. She says there are two main types: Fixed Mindset: People think their abilities are unchangeable. They may think. “I’m just not good at math,” and stop trying. Growth Mindset: People believe their abilities can grow through practice, strategy, and learning from mistakes. Dweck’s research shows that a growth mindset greatly improves learning. She also explains that growth happens through four stages (comfort zone — fear zone — learning zone— growth zone). Moving from one zone (区域) to the next isn’t easy. Some people stop because they fear making mistakes and keep thinking. “What if things don’t go as planned?” To test how to get over that fear. Dweck worked with a soccer club. Coaches there told the players that mistakes are a natural part of improvement. When a player said, “I can’t do this,” the coaches encouraged them to add one small but powerful word, “yet”. Saying “I can’t do this yet” changes the meaning. It shows the player simply hasn’t got the skill so far, but believes success will come with hard work. This idea works besides sports. Whether you’ re solving a difficult math problem, preparing for an English exam, or learning a musical instrument, remember the superpower of “Yet”. Challenges are opportunities to grow. Believe in yourself, stay patient, and keep practicing. Your abilities are not fixed— they are waiting to grow! 1．According to the passage, what is needed for true success? 2．What does a fixed mindset mean in the text? 3．Why is it difficult for people to move from one zone to the next? 4．What is the meaning of the Super Power of “Yet”? 5．How can you use the idea of “yet” to help you in your own studies or hobbies? 【答案】1．Time, hard work and the right mindset. 2．It means people think their abilities are unchangeable. 3．Because they fear making mistakes. 4．It means not having the skill yet but believing success will come with hard work. 5．When I can’t play a difficult piano piece, I’ll say “I can’t play it yet”. This encourages me to practice more and believe I’ll master it soon. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了心理学家卡罗尔·德韦克提出的两种思维模式——固定型思维模式和成长型思维模式，阐述了成长型思维模式对学习的积极作用，重点讲解了“Yet”一词的“超能力”。 1．根据原文“True success takes time and hard work. It also needs the right mindset.”可知，真正的成功需要时间、努力和正确的心态，故填Time, hard work and the right mindset. 2．根据原文“Fixed Mindset: People think their abilities are unchangeable.”可知，固定型思维模式指人们认为自己的能力是不可改变的，故填It means people think their abilities are unchangeable. 3．根据原文“Moving from one zone to the next isn’t easy. Some people stop because they fear making mistakes...”可知，人们难以从一个区域进入下一个区域是因为害怕犯错，故填Because they fear making mistakes. 4．根据原文“Saying ‘I can’t do this yet’ changes the meaning. It shows the player simply hasn’t got the skill so far, but believes success will come with hard work.”可知，“Yet”的“超能力”在于它传递出“目前还未做到，但通过努力终将成功”的信念，帮助人们正视不足、坚持努力，故填It means not having the skill yet but believing success will come with hard work. 5．题目要求结合自身学习或爱好说明如何运用“yet”的理念，言之有理即可。示例：当我无法弹奏一首难度较大的钢琴曲时，我会说“我现在还弹不了它”。这种表述能激励我更加刻苦地练习，并让我坚信自己很快就能掌握它。故填When I can’t play a difficult piano piece, I’ll say “I can’t play it yet”. This encourages me to practice more and believe I’ll master it soon. 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 As the Year of the Snake begins, the famous Legend of the White Snake, a story loved for over 1,000 years, continues to encourage many Spring Festival events and activities. And the story has changed over time across different dynasties, with its cultural importance still living on today. “In the earliest versions (版本) of the White Snake Legend, the snake spirit was shown as a bad creature to warn people about the dangers of giving in to their strong wishes,” said Wang Yong’en, a professor from the Communication University of China. During the Ming Dynasty, in the work Jing Shi Tong Yan, writer Feng Menglong gave the snake demon (妖) more feelings. The story is about Xu Xian, a handsome man, and Bai Niangzi, a snake demon who marries him. But the monk Fa Hai puts an end to their peaceful life by tricking Xu into cheating Bai. “When the snake demon is caught, she looks into Xu’s eyes with sadness and surprise,” said Wang. Today, new technology and ways of storytelling have added something new to the tale, making it connect with modern values. One example is Tsui Hark’s 1993 movie Green Snake, which shows Fa Hai as more human, showing his struggles and challenging old ideas of what is right and wrong. Beijing-based Light Chaser Animation’s White Snake series (系列) is popular with younger viewers. The story is told in a fun and light way, which critics (评论家) say makes it easier for younger viewers to connect with. By sharing popular movies like these with people around the world, China’s rich stories and traditional culture are becoming more well-known across the world. 1．What was the main purpose of the earliest versions of the White Snake legend? 2．How did Feng Menglong change the snake demon in his work Jing Shi Tong Yan? 3．Why is Light Chaser Animation’s White Snake series popular with younger viewers? 4．How many examples does the writer give to show the change of the story of the snake, including the White Snake Legend ? 5．What do all versions of the White Snake Legend have in common? 【答案】1．To warn people about the dangers of giving in to their strong wishes. 2．By giving the snake demon more feelings (like sadness and surprise). 3．Because it is told in a fun and light way to make it easier for younger viewers to connect with. 4．4. 5．The main character. /The purpose- to make Chinese culture more well-known/famous./The idea of spreading the Chinese culture. 【导语】本文主要讲述了《白蛇传》这一流传千年的中国民间故事在不同历史时期的 演变及其文化意义。 1．根据“In the earliest versions (版本) of the White Snake Legend, the snake spirit was shown as a bad creature to warn people about the dangers of giving in to their strong wishes,”可知，最早版本中白蛇被描绘为警示人们不要屈服于欲望的负面形象。故填To warn people about the dangers of giving in to their strong wishes. 2．根据“During the Ming Dynasty, in the work Jing Shi Tong Yan, writer Feng Menglong gave the snake demon (妖) more feelings.”及“she looks into Xu’s eyes with sadness and surprise”可知，冯梦龙在《警世通言》中赋予白蛇更多人性化情感，比如说悲伤和惊讶。故填By giving the snake demon more feelings (like sadness and surprise). 3．根据“The story is told in a fun and light way, which critics (评论家) say makes it easier for younger viewers to connect with.”可知，追光动画公司的《白蛇》系列深受年轻观众的欢迎因为它以一种有趣而轻松的方式讲述，让年轻观众更容易与之联系。故填Because it is told in a fun and light way to make it easier for younger viewers to connect with. 4．根据“In the earliest versions (版本) of the White Snake Legend, the snake spirit was shown as a bad creature to warn people about the dangers of giving in to their strong wishes,”“During the Ming Dynasty, in the work Jing Shi Tong Yan, writer Feng Menglong gave the snake demon (妖) more feelings.”“One example is Tsui Hark’s 1993 movie Green Snake,”及“Beijing-based Light Chaser Animation’s White Snake series (系列) is popular with younger viewers.”可知，一共列举了四个例子。故填4. 5．根据“And the story has changed over time across different dynasties, with its cultural importance still living on today.”及“By sharing popular movies like these with people around the world, China’s rich stories and traditional culture are becoming more well-known across the world.”及通读全文内容可知，所有白蛇传的版本一个共同点是主要人物都有白蛇，都是关于中国的传统文化，文化的重要性一直都存在。故填The main character. /The purpose- to make Chinese culture more well-known/famous./The idea of spreading the Chinese culture. 试卷第1页，共3页 试页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题05 阅读回答问题10篇 （成都专用） 内容导航 内容速递 中考模拟练习 内容速递 本资料共10篇专项训练 各地市联考真题练习 专注模拟 争夺高分 中考模拟练习 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 As we all know, the 24 solar terms are an important part of the traditional Chinese calendar. In 2025, the 19th term, the Start of Winter, fell on November 7th. In ancient times, Chinese people considered the Start of Winter as the beginning of winter. In fact, this term does not really mark the beginning of winter. Because the weather changes every year, the real start of winter can come earlier or later. Moreover, China covers a large area, so winter doesn’t arrive everywhere on the same day. People paid much attention to the Start of Winter in ancient China. Before the Start of Winter, the emperor would give up eating meat and take a shower. On the day of the Start of Winter, he and his officials would leave the palace to hold the “Welcoming Winter” ceremony. For the common people, they offered new crops and meat to their ancestors in the hope of a good harvest (收获) in the next year. Today, some traditions of the Start of Winter are still kept alive in China. On the Start of Winter, a tradition named “nourishing the winter (补冬)” is popular in parts of Southeast China. People in provinces like Fujian and Guangdong have high-calorie (高热量的) food to store energy for the cold months ahead. They usually cook chicken, fish or beef with Chinese herbs (药草) to make them healthier. Chinese people have always lived in peace with nature. We watch nature’s changes, follow its rules, and use its gifts wisely. These traditions not only carry our culture but also teach us how to respect and protect nature. 1．How many solar terms are there in winter according to the Chinese Calendar? 2．What causes the time difference in the beginning of winter? 3．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? 4．Why do people practice the traditions of “nourishing the winter”? 5．What do the traditions of the Start of Winter reflect? 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 Silent Spring (寂静的春天) Rachel Carson There was a strange stillness. The birds, for example, where had they gone? Many people spoke of them, puzzled and disturbed. The feeding stations in the backyards were deserted. The few birds seen anywhere were moribund; they trembled violently and could not fly. It was a spring without voices. On the mornings that had once throbbed with the dawn chorus of robins, catbirds, doves, jays, wrens, and scores of other bird voices, there was now no sound; only silence lay over the fields and woods and marsh. Rachel Carson was a scientist by profession, but these lines from the opening chapter of her 1962 book Silent Spring, “A Fable for Tomorrow”, show her talent as a writer. By imagining a world without birds, she aimed to alert not only the scientific community but also the general public to the damaging effects of human activity on natural ecosystems, in particular, to the harmful use of pesticides, such as DDT (杀虫剂). She believed that the chemical industry was knowingly causing harm to plants, animals and even humans, and wished to see pesticides used in a more responsible, limited and carefully monitored way. Carson urged people to make themselves aware of the facts and do something about the situation. Silent Spring contains a lot of scientific research and case studies. The book details the gypsy moth eradication programme, which killed birds, in addition to gypsy moths. Another case study was the fire-ant programme that killed cows, but not fire ants. The book also gives dozens of other examples of eradication programmes that did nothing to reduce the problems they were originally designed to solve. The 50 or so pages at the end of the book list Carson’s sources, showing how thorough and precise she was as a scientist. Carson’s message was very alarming, causing a great increase in environmental awareness.  Its impact was immediate and far-reaching: the use of DDT was banned and the Environmental Protection Agency was established in the US. Silent Spring was therefore regarded as a milestone in the launch of the green movement in the Western world. It also earned Carson a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom and put her face on the 17-cent US stamp. Silent Spring was not, however, received positively by everyone. Though Carson’s research was strong and was supported by most scientists who reviewed her work, the book quickly became a target for critics in the pesticide industry. They said that Carson did not understand the science behind her arguments because she was a marine biologist rather than a chemist. Some also said that her work was more emotional than scientific. These were attempts to damage Carson’s reputation and stop her work from influencing public policy, but she remained determined to stand by her research. Carson appeared in public and on television to defend her claims, and today, more than 50 years after it was published, the voice of Silent Spring is still ringing loud and clear. Personally, I enjoy Carson’s book. She made a crucial but potentially difficult-to-understand subject interesting and accessible to millions of people. This is not so much because of the quality of her arguments, strong though they are, but because of the beauty and elegance of her writing. Her book not only changed the world; half a century later it remains a book that deserves to be reread today, so that we can once again feel ourselves warm to the fire of its passionate message. For unless we do listen to Rachel Carson’s warning, one day we may wake up to the strange and quiet horror of another silent spring. 1．What did Rachel Carson do and what was she good at? 2．What is the main purpose of Rachel Carson’s writing the book Silent Spring?     3．Why did the book Silent Spring quickly become a target for critics in the pesticide industry? 4．What does the underlined sentence mean in the last paragraph? 5．How can we protect our natural environment as junior high students? (Give at least 2 examples) 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 Real Friendship The Cambridge Dictionary’s Word of the Year 2025, “parasocial” made me think of my college years. When I went to college, I expected to have the social experiences I had seen in old movies: close friendships and late-night discussions. But social life at my college was full of loud parties. Worse, it was a school in South America with different cultural expectations. Northern kids like me had a hard time getting along with others. It was a lonely time. I found writers who thought like me. Their books made me feel less alone. “Trust yourself,” Ralph Waldo Emerson advised. I could almost feel his hand on my shoulder as I stood apart from my schoolmates. But so often, I felt they could never be my friends. With friends, I imagined, there must be a real meeting of minds. It’s simply easier to find people who share our ideas in books and movies than in the small circle nearby. After all, it’s a bigger world out there. We may find people we really admire, who are smarter than anyone we know personally. It is easy to want to make friends with the characters in books and movies. Today, though, there is another choice for people who have difficulty forming connections: AI. You can create a friend that you cannot find in real life. AI can take on almost any role. In some ways, it seems like the perfect friend. But these parasocial friendships are always one-sided. What is real friendship? It is built on give and take. We want support from our friends, and they want support from us. We want to share our news and ideas with our friends, and they want to share theirs with us. It’s comforting to know that you’re not alone in having a certain thought. However, it’s also important to provide that comfort for someone else. Some people find inspiration in Ralph Waldo Emerson, but others admire Tu Youyou, or perhaps Eileen Gu. Don’t just admire them from afar—start making friends with the person sitting next to you, or someone in your dorm, or a classmate in the classroom. Real friendship often starts when we reach out ourselves. 1．Did the writer get a sense of belonging at university? 2．What did the writer believe true friendship must have? 3．According to the passage, who can be people’s parasocial friends? (List 2 examples) 4．In the writer’s opinion, how is parasocial friendship different from real friendship? 5．What kind of friends does the writer advise us to make? (no more than 5 words) The 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala wowed people with the program Wu BOT, where humanoid robots performed traditional Chinese kung fu together with young artists, making it a big hit of this year’s gala. The robots are designed and produced by Unitree Technology, a leading Chinese tech company. These Unitree H1 and G1 robots performed difficult movements on stage, such as drunken boxing and nunchaku (双节棍)—once thought impossible for machines. With high-precision (高精度的) control and smooth movement design, the robots moved smoothly and worked naturally with human performers. The most memorable part was the 1.8-meter-tall H2 robot. Unlike other robots, not only did it wear a heavy costume, but it held a magic golden stick. What’s more, it even stood on a “cloud” made of robot dogs! This creative idea brought a classic Chinese story The Monkey King to life with modern technology. At the 2025 gala, the company’s robots could only perform simple group dances. This year, however, its H1 and G1 robots completed kung fu movements without any difficulty and seemed like real kung fu masters. Wu BOT is more than just a fun stage act. It helps young people understand traditional Chinese culture, especially kung fu, in a new way. It also shows the public the latest developments in China’s humanoid robot technology. In the future, such technology will be widely used in public places like schools, hotels, restaurants and so on. 1．What does the underlined word “it” refer to in the first paragraph? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 2．What made the H1 and G1 robots perform difficult but smooth kung fu movements? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 3．In how many ways was the H2 robot different from the others? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 4．Why did the writer compare the robot show of the 2025 gala with that in 2026? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 5．Do you agree that humanoid robot technology will be widely used in public places? Why or why not? __________________________________________________________________________________________ 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 A puzzle is a fun game that you put many small pieces together to make a complete picture. It has been popular around the world for a long time, as it can help people relax and train their thinking. When I was 10, I decided to finish a 1,000-piece puzzle to pass the time. After completing it, a strong feeling of satisfaction suddenly came to me. After that, puzzles grew into a regular part of my life—not only easy ones but also challenging types during the holidays. A few years later, I started sharing puzzle videos on my social media. At first, it was just a fun hobby. Then I made a brave decision to try a 24,000-piece puzzle, recording the whole process for months and posting the videos online. To my surprise, many people enjoyed watching them. This made me realize puzzles might be more than just a hobby. Later, I began taking part in national and international puzzle competitions. It needs both speed and good ways: my brain looks for colors and patterns, while my hands keep putting the pieces in place. Different players have different skills—I like starting from the middle with special parts instead of the usual way of starting with the edges (边缘). During competitions, every second is important. I must always check my area to make sure no pieces fall on the floor, because small mistakes can ruin (毁坏) the game. Although there is competition, the puzzle group is very helpful. We all love puzzles and help each other. Doing puzzles has taught me focus and the importance of small steps. Every piece I put down brings me closer to the whole picture, which reminds me that success doesn’t come overnight. It reminds me that progress happens, even if it’s slow. 1．Why is a puzzle popular around the world? 2．How did the writer feel after finishing a 1,000-piece puzzle when he was 10? 3．What does the writer mean by saying “puzzles might be more than just a hobby” in paragraph 2? 4．What are the challenges for the writer in puzzle competitions? List three. 5．The writer mentions that “progress happens, even if it’s slow”. How can you relate this idea to your own study or life? Give an example. 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 Dear friends, Recently, people found a band was created by using AI. Their music, pictures of the band members and stories about who they are were all made by AI. At first, the public didn’t know this. When they learned the truth, some people wondered if the band’s songs should be marked more clearly. There are Sally’s and Tom’s opinions about this question. Music is much more than just a tune and words. It is linked to human experiences and feelings, and often has strong messages. Music made by a computer just doesn’t have the same depth, so listeners have the right to know they’re listening to AI-made music or songs. Artists have worried their music is used to train AI without their agreement. A number of famous musicians have spoken about this. They think it is really unfair. Besides, AI is developing and changing so fast that it’s hard to keep up—which makes it even more important that AI-created content is clearly marked. As long as people like how the music sounds, do they really need to know how it was made? The final result is what counts. If listeners can’t tell that music was made with AI, then it’s surely just as good as real music made by humans. Besides, AI could be a big help to musicians. Not everyone can get into a recording room or have expensive tools to make music, and AI can fill this gap (空白). People who use AI to help make music shouldn’t be treated differently. AI-created music is just a result of progress, after all. Using technology to make music isn’t new—it has been done for years. 1．How was the band created? 2．What question are Sally and Tom answering? 3．What does it refer to according to Sally? 4．Why is AI a big help to musicians in Tom’s eyes? 5．“It doesn’t matter how music is made.” Who agrees with it, Sally or Tom? What’s your opinion? 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 The sun hung low in the sky, brushing gold over the empty area. The air buzzed (喧闹)—not with insects, but with voices, cameras, and the weight of something about to begin. Roy’s heart beat like a drum. He looked out at the people gathering for the pancake house ground-breaking ceremony (仪式). Behind him stood the company men and the reporters. And under his feet—hidden underground—were the tiny holes of the owls. No sign marked them. No fence protected them. They asked nothing, made no sound, yet now heavy machines waited, ready to destroy their living area. Roy had tried to stay out of trouble. He liked quiet. But now, staying quiet didn’t feel right. He stepped up to the microphone. “Excuse me,” he said, voice shaking. “Before you dig…you should know the truth.” The crowd grew quiet. “There are owls living here,” Roy said. “They’re small. They’re scared. And if you build here, you’ll destroy their homes.” Someone in the crowd laughed. A reporter asked, “How do you know that?” “Because I saw them. I stood right there and watched them. They live here. They belong here. And they matter.” The manager stepped forward, “This is not your business, kid.” Roy turned to face him. His fear turned into something else—strength. “It’s my business. It’s everyone’s business. We can’t just destroy what we don’t see. Progress should not come at the cost of wonder,” he said. His hands stopped shaking. People in the crowd began whispering. One mother held her child’s hand. A teacher nodded. Even the manager looked uncertain. Roy didn’t know what would happen next. But he did what he could. He spoke the truth. Roy used to be scared. But doing the right thing made him stronger. Sometimes, doing what you can is enough to shift (改变) the wind. 1．Why did the people gather in the empty area together? 2．Were the owls under protection? How do you know? 3．What was Roy’s purpose in stepping up to the microphone to speak? 4．What’s your understanding of the underlined sentences? 5．If you were Roy, what could you do further to shift the wind?（至少两点，言之有理即可） For centuries, China has been known as a state of manners. There were many greeting manners in ancient China. And the fist-and-palm salute was quite a classic example. Today, although Chinese people usually shake hands when meeting friends and relatives, people still make fist-and-palm salutes when they are paying a visit to someone during the Spring Festival or attending someone’s celebrations or birthday receptions. The fist-and-palm salute can go back more than 3,000 years ago. Since the Western Zhou Dynasty, people had already performed it when meeting friends. In ancient times, if people met a stranger, they would like to prepare for a fight if necessary, and their hands were always ready for holding any weapon (武器). Holding hands together and pointing towards themselves was a gesture of saying “relax”— they came in peace and they were not here to pick a fight. Later, it became the manner when people met each other or showed thanks. So, how should people do the fist-and-palm salute properly? To start with, stand straight. If you’re a man, make a half fist with your right hand, then hold the right hand with your left hand in front of your heart, look at the person, raise both hands to the eyebrows (眉毛), bow without shaking, and do it gently three times. At the same time, you can also say some lucky greeting words. If you’re a woman, you should do it using the opposite hand position. As a valuable part of Chinese culture, the fist-and-palm salute not only carries the wisdom of harmony (和谐) from ancient times but also connects people’s truthful greetings today. It reminds us to value and pass on these time-honored traditions, letting the spirit of traditional custom shine through daily interactions. 1．When do Chinese people still make fist-and-palm salutes today? 2．What did the fist-and-palm salute mean in ancient China? 3．What is the first requirement when doing the fist-and-palm salute properly? 4．How should a woman hold her hands when doing the fist-and-palm salute? 5．Do you think we should still keep the fist-and-palm salute tradition in modern life? And why? 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 The Super Power of “Yet” In the fast-moving world, many people hope to succeed quickly. But real success hardly comes so fast. True success takes time and hard work. It also needs the right mindset. This means how we think about our own ability. Psychologist Carol Dweck has spent years studying this. She says there are two main types: Fixed Mindset: People think their abilities are unchangeable. They may think. “I’m just not good at math,” and stop trying. Growth Mindset: People believe their abilities can grow through practice, strategy, and learning from mistakes. Dweck’s research shows that a growth mindset greatly improves learning. She also explains that growth happens through four stages (comfort zone — fear zone — learning zone— growth zone). Moving from one zone (区域) to the next isn’t easy. Some people stop because they fear making mistakes and keep thinking. “What if things don’t go as planned?” To test how to get over that fear. Dweck worked with a soccer club. Coaches there told the players that mistakes are a natural part of improvement. When a player said, “I can’t do this,” the coaches encouraged them to add one small but powerful word, “yet”. Saying “I can’t do this yet” changes the meaning. It shows the player simply hasn’t got the skill so far, but believes success will come with hard work. This idea works besides sports. Whether you’ re solving a difficult math problem, preparing for an English exam, or learning a musical instrument, remember the superpower of “Yet”. Challenges are opportunities to grow. Believe in yourself, stay patient, and keep practicing. Your abilities are not fixed— they are waiting to grow! 1．According to the passage, what is needed for true success? 2．What does a fixed mindset mean in the text? 3．Why is it difficult for people to move from one zone to the next? 4．What is the meaning of the Super Power of “Yet”? 5．How can you use the idea of “yet” to help you in your own studies or hobbies? 根据短文内容，按要求回答问题。 As the Year of the Snake begins, the famous Legend of the White Snake, a story loved for over 1,000 years, continues to encourage many Spring Festival events and activities. And the story has changed over time across different dynasties, with its cultural importance still living on today. “In the earliest versions (版本) of the White Snake Legend, the snake spirit was shown as a bad creature to warn people about the dangers of giving in to their strong wishes,” said Wang Yong’en, a professor from the Communication University of China. During the Ming Dynasty, in the work Jing Shi Tong Yan, writer Feng Menglong gave the snake demon (妖) more feelings. The story is about Xu Xian, a handsome man, and Bai Niangzi, a snake demon who marries him. But the monk Fa Hai puts an end to their peaceful life by tricking Xu into cheating Bai. “When the snake demon is caught, she looks into Xu’s eyes with sadness and surprise,” said Wang. Today, new technology and ways of storytelling have added something new to the tale, making it connect with modern values. One example is Tsui Hark’s 1993 movie Green Snake, which shows Fa Hai as more human, showing his struggles and challenging old ideas of what is right and wrong. Beijing-based Light Chaser Animation’s White Snake series (系列) is popular with younger viewers. The story is told in a fun and light way, which critics (评论家) say makes it easier for younger viewers to connect with. By sharing popular movies like these with people around the world, China’s rich stories and traditional culture are becoming more well-known across the world. 1．What was the main purpose of the earliest versions of the White Snake legend? 2．How did Feng Menglong change the snake demon in his work Jing Shi Tong Yan? 3．Why is Light Chaser Animation’s White Snake series popular with younger viewers? 4．How many examples does the writer give to show the change of the story of the snake, including the White Snake Legend ? 5．What do all versions of the White Snake Legend have in common? 试卷第1页，共3页 试页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $