专题09 阅读理解（说明文）（安徽专用）2026年中考英语二模分类汇编

**基本信息** 初中英语说明文阅读理解汇编，涵盖人与自我、社会、自然三大主题，精选安徽各地二模真题，素材贴近学生生活与社会热点，如社交焦虑应对、AI教育应用、江豚保护等，问题设计梯度分明，适配二模备考需求。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解选择题|约40题|健康生活（时间管理、社交焦虑）、社会热点（AI教育、盲盒经济）、自然保护（江豚保护、沙漠化治理）|情境时代性强（如Labubu盲盒、AI辅助创作贝多芬交响曲）；问题层次分明（基础题如指代题“it”的含义，提升题如主旨题“最佳标题”）；融合核心素养（思维品质：推理判断；文化意识：中外文化对比）|

专题09 阅读理解（说明文） 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （2026·安徽池州·二模）Do you feel nervous when you’re around other people? Do you worry that others are watching or judging you? If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience social anxiety (焦虑), but there are ways to manage it. First, understand the spotlight effect. Most people think others notice them more than they really do. In truth, everyone is busy thinking about themselves, not you. When you feel anxious, remind yourself: “They’re probably focused on their own worries.” Second, try changing your thoughts. If you think, “I messed up, and now they dislike me,” ask yourself: Is this true? Everyone makes small mistakes. The other person likely didn’t even notice. Write down negative (消极的) thoughts and challenge them. For example, if you think, “No one wants me here,” remember: Someone invited you, so they wanted you to come. Finally, practice facing your fears. Avoiding social situations makes anxiety worse. Start small interactions (互动), like saying “thank you” to a waiter. When that feels easy, try chatting with someone in line. Over time, your confidence will grow. Social anxiety is OK, but you can get over it. Remember: Others aren’t judging you as much as you think. Take small steps, and soon, social situations will feel easier! 1．What does the underlined word “it” refer to (指代) in Paragraph 1? A．Feeling nervous. B．Judging others. C．Social anxiety. D．Being around people. 2．According to Paragraph 3, what is the purpose of writing down negative thoughts? A．To remember social mistakes. B．To challenge and question them. C．To let friends know them. D．To avoid social interactions. 3．Why does the writer suggest starting with small interactions in social situations? A．Because it helps you avoid talking to strangers. B．Because it is the easiest way to make new friends. C．Because facing fears bit by bit reduces anxiety over time. D．Because it makes others feel more comfortable around you. 4．Where is this text most likely from? A．A novel about personal growth stories. B．A travel guide for people visiting new places. C．A guide for managing nervousness in social settings. D．A scientific research paper about brain functions. Passage 2 （2026·安徽阜阳·二模）At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching how our parents spend. If you’re still not sure how to save or spend wisely, the following life lessons about money can help us form good spending habits. Money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. Visiting their workplace helps us understand that money is not that easy to make. We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. Make a budget. Think about what we really need before buying things. Since our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices. We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we want a new bicycle but don’t have enough money, we can save our pocket money. How? Write down how much money we have in a notebook and watch it grow. After we have enough, we can buy that wonderful bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Reaching our goal will greatly satisfy us. We can talk with our parents about how to use money. Ask them what a bank account (账户) is. Go shopping together to see how money is used in the real world. Without doubt, we should treat money in a right way. Actually, learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and right money values step by step! 1．Where does money come from according to the text? A．Parents’ hard work. B．Kids’ life lessons. C．Good spending habits. D．The bank account. 2．What does the underlined phrase “in one go” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Little by little. B．At a time. C．In the future. D．As usual. 3．Why does the writer mention buying a bicycle? A．To suggest keeping a savings notebook. B．To encourage making free spending choices. C．To show the importance of setting a savings goal. D．To share a fun shopping experience. 4．What is the best title for the text? A．Causes of Spending Money B．Purposes of Treating Money C．Ways of Managing Money D．Conditions of Saving Money Passage 3 （2026·安徽宣城·二模）In recent years, more and more Chinese teenagers spend too much time on electronic products and schoolwork, so they rarely play outdoors. This brings some health problems. According to official reports in 2026, about 51.2% of Chinese children and teenagers are myopic (近视的), and 19% of those aged 6 to 17 are overweight. To solve these problems, our country has taken many active measures. In 2026, 13 Chinese departments started the “Five Health Actions” to help teenagers grow healthily. Schools must make sure students have at least 2 hours of physical activity every day. Many schools carry out the “15-minute break” rule, asking students to go out of the classrooms during breaks. PE classes are offered every day in many middle schools. Parents also play an important role. They should cut down on extra (额外的) after-school classes and spend more time playing outdoors with their kids on weekends. It is good for children’s eyes and bodies to enjoy sunshine and do exercise outside. These efforts have effectively helped reduce the myopia rate (比例) among children and teenagers. We believe that with the joint efforts of schools, families and society, teenagers will have more time to play outdoors. They will become healthier, happier and more energetic. Outdoor activities will bring them beautiful and colorful childhood memories. 1．What does the underlined word “rarely” in Paragraph 1 mean? A．Seldom. B．Always. C．Luckily. D．Mostly. 2．What do we know about “Five Health Actions”? A．It was started by 13 Chinese departments in 2026. B．It can completely solve all teenagers’ health problems at once. C．It only asks parents to spend more time staying with kids at home. D．It makes all middle schools have their own school doctors. 3．What change has taken place in students’ myopia rate after great efforts? A．It has disappeared completely. B．It has stayed the same for years. C．It has been reduced effectively. D．It has become higher than before. Passage 4 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Gathering for a shared meal is something all humans do. Whether it’s dinners with friends, parties, or holiday celebrations, eating together is so common in our social lives that we seldom consider its reasons. Why do humans enjoy a good meal together? Sharing food as a behavior is likely to date back before the origin of our species (人类起源). Our closest relatives, chimpanzees (黑猩猩), share food too, but humans turned this into a special social event. The first group meals probably happened around campfires 1.8 million years ago. Cooking and sharing food brought people together and gave them more time to relax after dark. Studies show eating with others makes us happier and helps us build friendships better. When we eat as a group, our brains give out “happy chemicals” called endorphins (内啡肽). This feel-good effect is even stronger when we do simple things at the same time, like picking up our chopsticks together or laughing at the same joke. Sharing meals also gives us chances to talk about our days, share stories, and feel more connected to the people around us. All in all, sharing meals is a key part of human life. It connects us to others, lifts our spirits, and has been bringing people together for millions of years. 1．What do people think of sharing food nowadays? A．It’s very common. B．It can avoid danger. C．It’s very convenient. D．It can reduce spending. 2．What is the difference between humans and chimpanzees in sharing food? A．Chimpanzees share food only with their family. B．Chimpanzees seldom share food with others. C．Humans make food sharing a special social event. D．Humans share food much earlier than chimpanzees. 3．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The history of sharing food. B．The advantages of sharing food. C．The ways of sharing food. D．The changes of sharing food over time. 4．What’s the best title (标题) for the text? A．Why We Need Food B．What Food We Enjoy Most C．How We Have a Nice Meal D．Why We Eat Together Passage 5 （2026·安徽芜湖·二模）Putting things off is something a lot of students are troubled with. Between schoolwork, after-school activities and everyday worries, there are too many things you have to deal with every day. But if you keep putting them off, they can snowball. You might start falling behind and your grades might get lower. One smart way to fight back is to break big tasks into tiny pieces. Huge projects can feel like a mountain. But if you cut them into smaller steps, it will make it less scary. For example, you’ve got to write a five-page paper. Just tell yourself, “Today, I’ll choose my topic and write a little. I’ll take care of more tomorrow.” Step by step, it gets done. The “work and rest” way is also a smart choice for being productive (多产的). Set a timer for 25 minutes-go all in full attention. Then take a five-minute break. Have some cookies. Walk around. Once you get going, it’s easier to keep it up. Also, stay away from what pulls your attention. Put away your MP3 player and any kind of toys. Find a quiet place where you won’t get interrupted (打扰) at all. The less noise, the better your brain can lock in. And don’t forget to treat yourself. For example, listen to your favorite song, or watch an interesting TV program. These little things keep you going. Change doesn’t happen overnight, so stick to it every day. Finally, you are sure to see the payoff. 1．What will happen if students keep putting things off? A．They will have more free time. B．Things will become easier. C．They may fall behind in study. D．They will feel less worried. 2．What can we learn from paragraph 3? A．Why we should take a long break every day. B．How we should use the “work and rest” way. C．When we should finish our schoolwork every day. D．What we can do during a five-minute break. 3．What’s the writer’s purpose of writing the passage? A．To introduce a kind of school activity. B．To show how to make students feel relaxed. C．To give students advice on stopping putting things off. D．To ask students to finish homework as quickly as possible. 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （2026·安徽池州·二模）When we sleep, our brain never really turns off. It still processes sounds while we’re sleeping. If there is a sudden increase in noise, it may wake us up. To have a good sleep, some people choose to use earplugs (耳塞). Actually, less noise isn’t always the answer. Some colored noises can make our brain relax and help us have a better sleep! Maybe you’ve heard of white noise, but there are also two colored noises: pink noise and brown noise. White noise creates a steady humming sound (稳定的嗡嗡声) like radio or television static (静电噪声). It covers the loud sound that may wake us up, allowing us to go to sleep faster and stay asleep longer. Pink noise is deeper and softer than white noise. Think of rain falling on the street or a gentle wind blowing through the leaves of trees. Brown noise, also known as red noise, creates an even deeper sound than pink noise. Examples of brown noise include strong waterfalls and thunder. White noise, pink noise and brown noise are all useful in helping people get a better sleep. However, which colored noise can give you the best sleep depends on your personal preferences. The noise that helps you sleep most soundly is the one that you like best. 1．What does the writer think can help people sleep better? A．Always using earplugs. B．Hearing some colored noises. C．Having a nice dinner. D．Doing exercise before sleep. 2．Which of the following is pink noise? A．The sound of wild wind. B．The strong waterfall. C．The television static. D．The rain falling on the road. 3．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．People prefer pink noise to brown noise. B．Brown noise is more useful than pink noise. C．White noise often gives people the best sleep. D．People can sleep well with their favorite colored noise. Passage 2 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Recently, blind boxes have been popular. Among them, Labubu, a blind box character from China, is a big hit in the market. Its “ugly cute” style is different from the styles of common cute toys, which meets young people’s love for unusual things. It really resonates (产生共鸣) with young people today. Labubu was created by the artist Kasing Lung. He was born in Hong Kong in 1972 but moved to the Netherlands with his family when he was seven years old. At first, young Lung couldn’t speak the local language. But he found a fun way to learn—by reading picture books! These books not only helped him learn the language but also made him interested in drawing. He finally became the first Chinese to win the European Picture Book competition. In 2010, he began to design (设计) toys. Labubu was designed in 2015. Kasing Lung’s ideas are based on the fairy tales (童话故事) of the Netherlands. In 2019, Labubu broke sales records in the designer toy field. “Labubu has changed over time, and so have I,” said Lung. Both Kasing Lung and Labubu changed and grew over time. This success story shows how China is evolving. For many years, China has been known as the world’s toy factory, making toys for global brands from other countries. The popularity of Labubu shows that Chinese design skills are getting better and stronger. 1．Why is Labubu a big hit according to paragraph 1? A．Because it changes and grows quickly all the time. B．Because it shows the European and Chinese culture. C．Because it is very cheap and can be gotten everywhere. D．Because its difference really wins young people’s hearts. 2．How did Kasing Lung’s early life influence his job later? A．His family taught him how to make cute toys. B．His friends encouraged him to practise drawing. C．Learning a new language caused him to give up art. D．Picture books helped him discover his artistic interest. 3．Which of the following can take the place of “evolving”in the text? A．Stopping. B．Changing. C．Waiting. D．Winning. 4．What does the text mainly talk about? A．How China’s toy design has changed over time. B．The life story of Labubu’s designer Kasing Lung. C．How fairy tales influence modern toy designs. D．Labubu’s success and what it means for China. Passage 3 （2026·安徽池州·二模）Beethoven wrote many famous pieces of music, but he’s probably well-known for his nine symphonies (交响曲). When Beethoven died in 1827, he had some ideas for a 10th symphony. All he left behind were some notes (音符) about the piece and a few sketches (概述). A special team of musicians, computer scientists and historians was formed. Their aim was to complete Beethoven’s 10th Symphony to celebrate his 250th birthday. To train an AI to help with the symphony, the team turned every piece of music Beethoven ever wrote into a form the computer could understand. By feeding the program of all Beethoven’s music, the AI could look for patterns in the way Beethoven wrote. This included, for example, how he used simple melodies (曲调) again and again all through a piece to create a theme, or how he moved between different parts of the symphony. It took more than two years, but finally the team completed Beethoven’s 10th Symphony. The team took a few minutes of music by the AI, and played it for Beethoven experts, musicians, and reporters. No one could tell which parts had been written by Beethoven and which parts were made up by the AI. Although Beethoven didn’t write it all, the team feels sure that the music is much like what he might have written, if he’d had the chance. 1．Why did the special team want to complete Beethoven’s 10th Symphony? A．To celebrate his 250th birthday. B．To find out the cause of his death. C．To achieve Beethoven’s wish. D．To improve their ability. 2．What is the second paragraph mainly about? A．How an AI worked with people. B．How an AI helped with the symphony. C．How the symphony was enjoyed. D．How an AI was created. 3．Who did the team play Beethoven’s 10th Symphony for besides Beethoven experts and musicians? A． B． C． D． Passage 4 （2026·安徽六安·二模）Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing many fields, and education is no exception. AI is now used in schools around the world to make teaching and learning easier and better. One important way AI helps in education is through intelligent tutoring systems (智能辅导系统). They provide personalized learning. For example, if a student has trouble with math, the AI tutor finds weak points and gives them special exercises. This helps students learn at their own speed and improve. AI can also grade (评分) students’ homework and tests quickly and correctly. This saves teachers’ time, so they can focus on preparing lessons and talking with students. AI can also tell students where they made mistakes, helping them learn. Another use of AI in education is virtual (虚拟的) classrooms. With AI, students can have online classes from anywhere. They can ask questions, join discussions and do group work. This makes education easier to get for students who live in faraway areas or cannot go to traditional classes. However, there are some worries about AI in education. Some people think AI will replace teachers, but most experts believe AI is just a tool. Teachers can give emotional support and help students be creative—AI cannot do this. Another worry is data security (数据安全) because AI collects much students’ information. In general, AI has a good influence on education. It makes learning more personalized, efficient and accessible (可获取的). As AI technology develops, it will bring more changes. It is important to use AI in a way that helps both teachers and students. 1．If a student has trouble with English grammar, an AI tutor might       . A．tell the student to give up English B．give the student special grammar exercises to practice C．ask the student to copy the textbook D．ask the student to talk to a real teacher instead 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．AI can give students emotional support like teachers. B．Virtual classrooms are only for students in faraway areas. C．AI cannot provide students with emotional support. D．Most experts think teachers will be replaced by AI soon. 3．Where might you most probably read this passage? A．In a science fiction story. B．In a sports newspaper. C．In an education magazine. D．In a travel guide book. Passage 5 （2026·安徽滁州·二模）Every year on March 21, people around the world celebrate World Poetry Day. It encourages people to enjoy poems from different cultures. As a beautiful form of writing, poetry has long been loved for its rich meaning and gentle beauty. But do you know it is good for our physical and mental (心理的) health? A new study, published in the American Journal of Physiology, looked at how reading poems affects people. Twenty healthy volunteers tried three activities: reading poems aloud, doing slow breathing exercises and breathing normally. The study found that when people read poems, their breathing and heart rate (心率) worked together best. This helped them feel less stressed and more relaxed right away. Many poems, both Chinese and foreign, have a regular rhythm (节奏) that matches the beat of our hearts. For example, we often learn Quiet Night Thoughts by Li Bai. The five-character lines of this classic poem have a natural flow (韵律). It is easy to read this poem in one breath, and this kind of rhythm calms our minds quickly. Writing poems helps too. 1．What’s the purpose of World Poetry Day? A．To learn to write better poems. B．To enjoy the beauty of poems. C．To introduce more poets. D．To make poems famous. 2．What is paragraph 2 mainly about? A．An example of Chinese poems. B．A new method for studying poems. C．A research study on reading poems. D．A rule on doing breathing exercises. 3．What can we learn about Quiet Night Thoughts? A．It has long sentences. B．It makes people feel relaxed. C．It is a foreign poem. D．It is hard to understand. 4．What may the text talk about next? A．Some reasons for learning poems. B．Some famous poets in history. C．Some advice on writing poems. D．Some benefits of writing poems. Passage 6 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Marathon pacers (马拉松配速员), sometimes also called “rabbits”, are usually great runners. There are usually between 10 and 15 pacers in a marathon. Each of them leads a different group. They usually hold a sign or a balloon with the time on it to help the runners finish the race. There are many reasons to run with a pacer. First of all, they can help you run at the right pace. If you go out too fast in the first half of the race, you can run out of energy fast and slow down in the second half. Also, if you run a slower first half and a faster second half, it can be hard to follow the pace in the end. Because you’re very tired. With a pacer, you needn’t think too hard about your pace. You can just keep up with your pacer. Marathon pacers do more than that. They can encourage you to keep going when you go through the hardest part of the race. In fact, many marathon runners bring out the best in them by following a pacer. Becoming a marathon pacer is not easy, you must have experience in running marathons and know how to keep a proper speed in the race. 1．How many marathon pacers are there possibly in a marathon? A．8. B．12. C．16. D．20. 2．In the third paragraph, what does the underlined word “them” refer to? A．Runners. B．Pacers. C．Coaches. D．Rabbits. 3．Running with a pacer in a marathon, ________. A．runners are sure to get the first prize B．runners don’t need to spend energy in the whole race C．runners can keep a proper pace and get encouragement D．runners can become excellent marathon pacers in the future 4．What’s the main idea of the passage? A．Tell us the looks of marathon pacers. B．Tell us the future of marathon pacers. C．Tell us the hobbies of marathon pacers. D．Tell us the importance of marathon pacers. 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 （2026·安徽芜湖·二模）In July, 2025, the world’s shortest dog and the world’s tallest dog met. They got along well. Their meeting showed that friendship has nothing to do with size. Reggie, the world’s tallest living male(雄性) dog, is 99 centimeters tall and weighs 66 kilograms. Pearl, the world’s shortest living dog, is only 9.14 centimeters tall and weighs about 0.45 kilograms. Though they look very different, the two dogs share a lot in common. They both have strong personalities and know what they want. Besides, they both snore(打鼾) loud and are crazy about chicken. Pearl’s owner, Ms. Semler, once had another record-breaking dog named Milly. She is Pearl’s aunt, who used to be the world’s shortest dog. Believe it or not, Reggie was actually the smallest among his brothers and sisters at birth, but he grew very fast. He set the world record for the tallest living male dog at the age of seven. However, Reggie is still not as tall as Zeus, the tallest dog ever, which passed away in 2014. 1．What’s the main idea of the second paragraph? A．The differences and similarities of the two dogs. B．The living habits and places of the two dogs. C．The methods for feeding different kinds of dogs. D．The owners and their family of the two dogs. 2．Who is Milly? A．Pearl’s owner. B．Pearl’s aunt. C．Pearl’s mother. D．Pearl’s sister. 3．What can we learn about Reggie? A．He is taller than Zeus. B．He grew slowly after birth. C．He is the tallest dog in history. D．He got the record when he was 7. 4．What might the text talk about next? A．Some ways to feed tall dogs healthily. B．Some stories of other lovely short dogs. C．Some advice on keeping pet dogs well. D．Some information about the tallest dog Zeus. Passage 2 （2026·安徽安庆·二模）Brains help animals think and solve problems, but growing a big brain takes a lot of energy and time. Not all animals can develop large brains through natural selection (选择). Scientists studied 1,176 kinds of birds and found that parental care has the biggest influence on brain size. Birds like chickens and ducks can move around soon after breaking out of eggs. But others, like parrots and songbirds, are born blind, weak and helpless. They have no choice but to completely depend on their parents for survival. These birds can get long-term care and food, which can promote brain development because more energy goes into brain growth. This bigger brain helps birds learn faster and act smarter. For example, crows can use sticks to get food. ▲ These abilities are connected to their bigger brains. Parental care not only gives young birds the food they need but also keeps them safe while they grow and learn. Parental care isn’t just important for birds. The study finds that when parents take care of their babies, it helps their brains grow better—not just in humans, but also in many other animals. Just like birds, human babies need years of care and food to grow large brains. Without enough care, their brains may not develop well. This research helps us understand why parental care is so important in natural selection—it allows animals to grow smarter brains and better adapt to (应对) challenges. To learn more, scientists now plan to study how human brains developed with similar care over time. 1．What’s the key to birds’ brain growth? A．Group living. B．Food support. C．Parental care. D．Natural selection. 2．What does the underlined word “promote” mean in paragraph 2? A．control B．explain C．benefit D．balance 3．Which can be put in ▲ ? A．Parrots can copy human words. B．Scientists find the birds use tools. C．Humans see crows as noisy birds. D．The study proved brain size matters. 4．What may the writer talk about after the last paragraph? A．What scientists’ future studies are about. B．Where parents find food for their young. C．How scientists study brain size in babies. D．Why some birds can fly longer than others. Passage 3 （2026·安徽宿州·二模）In the wild, horses are prey (猎物) for many animals. To survive, they’ve developed a very strong sense of smell. That helps them find danger before other animals attack them. Humans started riding horses more than 4,000 years ago. For a long time, people have believed that horses can “smell” people’s feelings, and riders should relax in order to keep their horses calm too. To check whether this is true, a team of researchers recently did a study. First, the study invited 30 people to watch happy videos with special pads (软垫) under their arms to collect their sweat (汗). Then they watched a scary film while wearing new pads. Next, the researchers separated 43 horses into three groups. They made the horses wear masks to cover their noses and mouths. One group had masks with “happy sweat” pads, one group had “fear sweat” pads, and the third group had unused pads. The team then tested how the horses reacted (反应). The differences were clear. The horses with “fear sweat” pads became scared more easily, and their hearts beat faster. They were also less curious about new objects and less willing to get close to people. The researchers hope the study will help improve horses’ happiness and health, and also keep humans safe. Understanding horses better can help people live more positively with them. 1．Why do horses develop a strong sense of smell? A．To guard their living places. B．To look for more food to eat. C．To protect themselves from attacks. D．To communicate with other animals. 2．What does the underlined word “this” in Paragraph 2 refer to? A．Horses can “smell” people’s feelings. B．Horses are good at hunting in the wild. C．Horses can understand people’s words. D．Humans started riding horses long ago. 3．How did the horses with “fear sweat” pads act? A．They moved quickly and happily. B．They became calmer and friendlier. C．They showed clear signs of being scared. D．They were more willing to get close to people. 4．What’s the benefit of this study? A．It helps train horses to behave well. B．It tells people to avoid dangerous horses. C．It lets people realize more values of horses. D．It helps people and horses get along better. Passage 4 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Have you heard of “the giant panda of the water”? It’s the Yangtze finless porpoise (江豚), a national first-class protected animal found only in the Yangtze River. Sadly, its population dropped from about 2,700 in the early 1990s to around 1,800 by 2006. One reason is the increase in boat traffic, which has led to more noise and pollution in the river. To protect the river and its wildlife, the government has come up with some new ideas. One is the river and lake chief system (河湖长制). Under this system, leaders at different levels are responsible for protecting rivers and lakes. “No illegal (非法的) pollution was found, and there are no obvious floating objects (漂浮物) on the river,” Ouyang Junnian, the river chief of Dutoutang town in Hunan, reported while checking the river on May 16, 2023. Besides this routine task, the chiefs also help deal with wastewater and protect riverbanks. Hunan has also set up the “12314” hotline so people can report problems. Since January 1, 2021, a 10-year fishing ban has also been in place. It stops people from fishing in the Yangtze River. This ban is important because too much fishing has left the Yangtze finless porpoises with less food and has caused some to get caught in fishing nets. Thanks to these efforts, the number of Yangtze finless porpoises rose from 1,012 in 2017 to 1,249 in 2022. Other important animals, such as the Chinese sturgeon (中华鲟), are also coming back. From 2021 to 2024, scientists found 344 native fish species in the Yangtze River, which is 36 more than the number found between 2017 and 2020. 1．Why is the Yangtze finless porpoise called “the giant panda of the water”? A．It looks like the giant panda in the forest. B．It feeds on the same food as the giant panda. C．It is a rare protected animal like the giant panda. D．It shares the same living place with the giant panda. 2．What does the underlined word “this” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．Checking the river for pollution and floating objects. B．Setting up the “12314” hotline for people to call. C．Building new factories along the Yangtze River. D．Protecting riverbanks from being destroyed. 3．What is the main idea of the fourth paragraph (Paragraph 4)? A．To show how people break the rules of the fishing ban. B．To explain why the Yangtze finless porpoises have less food. C．To tell us the fishing ban has no good influence on the river. D．To introduce the importance of the fishing ban and its effects. 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．The Yangtze finless porpoise will face no dangers soon. B．The river protection work will continue in the future. C．No more native fish species will be found in the river. D．The fishing ban will be ended before 2031. Passage 5 （2026·安徽亳州·二模）Desertification (沙漠化) is a big problem in some parts of China, but people have found many ways to fight it. Here are some methods to control deserts and turn them into green land. First, planting trees and grass is the most common way. Their roots (根) help hold the soil together and stop the sand from moving. For example, the “Green Great Wall” project in northern China has planted millions of trees to stop the spread of deserts. Grass is also planted to cover the sand and stop the wind. Second, using straw checkerboards (草方格) is a smart idea. People lay straw in square shapes on the sand. These squares break the wind and keep the sand from spreading. Over time, plants can grow inside these squares, making the land greener. Third, in dry areas, people use drip irrigation (滴灌) to water plants. Drip irrigation sends water directly to plant roots. It can save water. This helps plants grow even in very dry conditions. Finally, education plays an important role. The government has made rules to protect the environment, and schools teach students why it’s important to stop desertification. 1．What’s the main use of tree roots according to the second paragraph? A．To keep the soil from blowing away. B．To cover the sand and stop the wind. C．To make the soil rich for grass to grow. D．To bring more water to dry areas. 2．How do straw checkerboards help fight desertification? A．They make the land wetter and warmer. B．They make the desert look more beautiful. C．They provide food for animals in the desert. D．They stop the wind and keep the sand from moving. 3．How does education play a role in fighting desertification? A．Students learn how to plant trees in deserts. B．Schools teach students how to use straw checkerboards. C．Students learn the importance of stopping desertification. D．Schools ask students to plant trees and grass to stop the wind. 4．What is the best title for the text? A．Sandstorms in Northern China B．How China Fights Desertification C．The Importance of Planting Trees D．The Problems of Desertification in China 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）When you think of happiness, you almost don’t think of emotional tears (情绪化的眼泪). But have you ever heard of the term “happy tears”? A happy event may also cause people to tear. Happy crying is perfectly common. If you want to know why exactly it happens, read on. Firstly, you cry when you feel moved because you have bad feelings. If you find some ways to make these bad feelings out of your mind, you will feel relaxed. Secondly, crying may help you control your body. Emotional tears might include two things. They are proteins (蛋白质) and hormones (荷尔蒙). When you cry, your body produces a stress hormone. It may help your emotions. When you cry, maybe you can get others’ care. Scientists believe that crying is a way of making a social communication with other people. Thirdly, it could also be your way of showing the things you are not good at. You feel it difficult to deal with your emotions. Scientists also suggest that all types of crying come from feeling helpless to control the things going on around you. Lastly, crying helps you manage emotions. It can help you manage strong emotions. So next time you feel the tears coming on after receiving some good news, don’t hold back, let the tears flow. 1．What do you know about “tears” according to the passage? A．They have nothing to do with happiness. B．They are not common at all. C．They may be caused by a happy event. D．They happen because of being nervous. 2．What does the writer say about the stress hormone? A．It has no use for people’s feelings B．It only appears when people smile. C．It can take the place of social communication. D．It may help with people’s emotions. 3．What is the purpose of the text? A．To call on people to try crying more often. B．To share different kinds of happy tears. C．To point out the disadvantages of crying. D．To introduce the important roles of crying. Passage 2 （2026·安徽芜湖·二模）When did you last spend time in nature? Maybe you were just lying on the ground, watching birds fly from tree to tree. The research shows that we get big health benefits from spending time in natural spaces. Nature not only improves people’s attention, but also improves their mental (心理的) health in other ways. People in cities are more likely to experience mood disorders (情绪障碍) than those living in the countryside. Sonja Sudimac, a German scientist, wanted to know why. Sudimac invited some young adults for this study. They had their brains scanned (扫描) in a machine. While in the machine, they answered questions about how much they thought about negative things. They also viewed photos of people who looked fearful. Later, they went out for a 60-minute walk. Half walked in a forest. The other half walked down a busy city street. Then they went back for more brain scans. The results showed the stress level of test-takers who were scanned after their hour-long walk in the city remained the same. But it dropped in people who had walked through the forest. Nature can provide amazing health benefits. To keep getting those benefits, we need to protect as much green space as we can—taking care of it, so it can take care of us. Sometimes we can’t make it outside. But being able to view green space from windows is still good for us. 1．How long did the young adults walk for the study? A．For half an hour. B．For an hour. C．For an hour and a half. D．For two hours. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 4 refer to? A．The city street. B．The forest. C．The stress level. D．The brain scan. 3．What is the main idea of Paragraph 3? A．How the scientist did the study. B．Why people like walking in the forest. C．When people should go to nature. D．What negative thinking is. 4．What is the best title for the passage? A．Ways to Protect Green Spaces B．A Study on City Streets C．Nature Is Good for Our Health D．How to Improve Attention Passage 3 （2026·安徽宿州·二模）Have you ever heard of an achievement cake? It’s a cake used to celebrate your own achievements and personal growth. Each achievement cake includes small sticks with notes listing your achievements. Lots of people have shared their achievement cakes online. The achievement cake trend (趋势) became popular at the end of 2025 as many social media users shared photos or videos of their achievement cakes to look back on the year 2025. In the videos, people came together around the cake to celebrate big life events like finishing college, buying a new car, getting a good job, or improving their relationships with others. Some videos were very touching. Creators shared their journeys, health problems, and other challenges they got over. People who watched these photos and videos were also happy for others’ success, and then they shared their own achievement cakes. Some of the most touching videos were from people near the end of their lives. They described what made them proud and what they were thankful for in their videos. The trend has also influenced the look of other types of cakes. Whatever the purpose of the cake is, the cake reminds people to be thankful and connect with others. 1．What does an achievement cake do? A．It can help share problems with others. B．It can improve relationships with others. C．It can connect with strangers on social media. D．It can help celebrate people’s success and growth. 2．What do the touching achievement cake videos include? A．New jobs. B．Photos of cars. C．Achievements in school. D．Stories about getting over difficulties. 3．Why do people near the end of their lives share achievement cakes? A．To ask for help. B．To offer help. C．To express their pleasure and thanks. D．To encourage others to make cakes. Passage 4 （2026·安徽淮北·二模）This year, for the first time, the Government Work Report mentions “spring and autumn holidays for primary and secondary school students”. It encourages schools to offer these breaks based on their needs. To help make the breaks successful, other methods may also be introduced. For example, parents may enjoy more paid leave so they can spend time with their children during these holidays. Places such as museums and science centers may also open to students for free, letting them take part in more social and educational activities. Some areas have already started piloting the policy (政策). In 2025, students in Zhejiang province began enjoying spring and autumn breaks. Later, several cities in Jiangsu, Anhui, Sichuan, Guangdong and Hubei also introduced the policy. Most areas schedule the spring break around Tomb Sweeping Day and the autumn break in November usually close to a weekend. “Spring and autumn holidays give students more time to rest during the term and more time to enjoy our beautiful country at its best,” Gao Jinfeng, headmaster of a school in Jiangsu province, told China Education Daily. 1．Which method may help make the breaks successful? A．More museums and science centers may be built. B．Schools should shorten winter and summer vacations. C．Students must travel to different areas during the breaks. D．Parents may get more paid leave to spend time with children. 2．What does the underlined word “piloting” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Breaking a law. B．Flying a plane. C．Testing a new policy. D．Stopping an old rule. 3．What is Gao Jinfeng’s attitude toward spring and autumn holidays? A．Serious. B．Supportive. C．Unclear. D．Uninterested. 4．Which of the following is the best title for this passage? A．A Big Change to Winter and Summer Vacations B．Free Museums and Science Centers Across China C．Tomb Sweeping Day: A Traditional Festival for Chinese D．Spring and Autumn Breaks: A New Policy for Students Passage 5 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Richard Feynman was a great American scientist and Nobel Prize winner. He was also known as one of the best teachers and learners in history. Feynman believed the best way to truly understand something is to explain it in simple words. This method is called the “Feynman Technique (费曼学习法)”. He used it to learn many subjects, from science to art. It is also a powerful tool for learning English, helping you go beyond memorizing rules to truly understanding the language. To use this technique, first pick a topic you know well in Chinese but find hard to explain in English. For example, “how to play your favorite sport” or “how to cook a simple dish”. Then, imagine you are teaching a younger student. Write down an explanation using the simplest English words you know. Next, read your explanation carefully. You will find parts that are unclear. These are your “knowledge gaps (缺漏)”. Go back to your books or the Internet to learn more, and then improve your writing. Finally, look at your explanation again. Replace any difficult words with simpler ones. Keep simplifying until anyone can understand it. In this way, you can be fully aware of what you learned more effectively. 1．Which is a suitable topic for practicing the Feynman Technique? A．Explaining the history of the Nobel Prize. B．Describing the life of Richard Feynman. C．Showing how to water small plants. D．Studying the culture of different countries. 2．What should students do if they have unclear parts? A．Ask a teacher to explain the topic to you. B．Stop learning that topic and choose a new one. C．Use more difficult words to explain the topic. D．Study more and then improve your explanation. 3．What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 6 refer to? A．The topic that learners choose to explain. B．The simple explanation that learners write. C．The knowledge gap that learners find. D．The difficult word that learners replace. 4．What is the main purpose of the Feynman Technique? A．To help students memorize English words faster. B．To teach younger students how to learn science. C．To help learners truly understand what they study. D．To make writing explanations stronger for students. 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Many people waited in line outside a new Mixue (蜜雪) store in New York. It was cold, but they still waited. This shows that Chinese tea drinks are becoming popular in the US. Mixue sells cheap drinks, like a $1.19 ice cream. This is very different from expensive local coffee. But low price is not the only reason for its success. Other Chinese tea shops like HeyTea (喜茶) also have long lines. Their drinks cost about $10. One reason is that young Americans are interested in foods from other countries. For example, HeyTea’s store in Times Square sells over 2,000 cups every day. That is much more than a usual coffee shop. These tea shops are growing fast. HeyTea had only a few stores in the US at the start of this year. Now it has over 30 shops. A worker at HeyTea said, “You might think most customers are Asians, but in fact, we have people from all over the world.” These shops want to be more international. They hire local people so that everyone can talk easily. For Chinese people living in the US, these drinks remind people of home. One customer said, “Seeing Mixue here makes me feel closer to home.” For others, it is about trying new tastes. A student said, “You can try different things like grass jelly. They are very nice.” These shops also help people from different cultures know one another. As one young customer said, “People get to see a different side of the world.” 1．According to Paragraph 2, why are Chinese tea drinks becoming popular in the US? A．Because their drinks are very cheap. B．Because they have many stores in the US. C．Because people can try different things. D．Because young Americans like foreign foods. 2．What does the word “hire” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．To talk with someone. B．To give a job to someone. C．To be friends with someone. D．To kick someone off. 3．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．Chinese tea drinks are only popular among Chinese people. B．These drinks remind people of home and help share cultures. C．American students do not like Chinese tea drinks. D．It is very hard to find Chinese tea shops in the US now. Passage 2 （2026·安徽宣城·二模）The Tomb-sweeping Day happens in early April and is a special day in China. It’s a time when families remember their ancestors by visiting and cleaning their graves (坟墓). The traditional Chinese term for the Tomb-sweeping Day is Pure Brightness (Qingming). It signals (表示) when spring is in full swing and all of nature is waking up. During this time, the weather warms up and plants begin to grow. It’s the perfect time to go outside and think about ancestors. On this day, families clean up around graves, and put flowers, food, and paper money on them to show love and respect for those who came before them. This tradition is very old and shows how much families care about their history and life. Besides cleaning graves, people also enjoy going out into nature. Spring is a time when everything in nature starts to grow again. Families go on trips to see the beautiful outdoors, which is a way to celebrate life and look forward to the year to come. Pure Brightness is also a time for flying kites. In some places, especially in the north, families fly kites together. Some kites have little bells that ring in the air, which is fun to hear. People think that flying kites can help send away bad luck and bring good health and safety. The Tomb-sweeping Day is not only about remembering the past. It also helps people enjoy today and hope for the future. Through special activities on this day, everyone can feel close to their family and happy about the start of spring. 1．When does the Tomb-sweeping Day happen? A．In early March B．In early April C．In early May D．In early June 2．What do families do to show love and respect for their ancestors (祖先)? A．Clean graves and offer gifts to ancestors B．Have a big party C．Paint pictures D．Fly kites 3．What do some kites have that make a sound? A．Little bells B．Small drums C．Tiny whistles D．Paper money 4．Why do people fly kites during the Tomb-sweeping Day? A．Making new friends B．Winning a race C．Keeping bad luck away and staying healthy D．Remembering their ancestors Passage 3 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Have you ever noticed that time flies when you’re having fun, but it passes very slowly when you’re bored? This common experience has interested scientists for a long time. They have discovered that our brain doesn’t record time like a clock. Instead, our feeling of time changes based on what we are doing. When we are doing something new and exciting, our brain works harder. It takes in more information and creates more memories. Because so much is happening, our brain later thinks that a longer time has passed. On the other hand, when we do the same things every day, our brain gets lazy. It doesn’t need to record much new information. Days can feel short because nothing special happens. But here’s the interesting part: when you look back on a boring month, it might feel like it passed slowly because you were waiting for it to end. Age also plays a role in how we experience time. For a five-year-old, one year is 20% of their whole life. That feels like a very long time. For a fifty-year-old, one year is only 2% of their life. This is why summers felt so long when we were kids but seem so short now. So the next time you want your days to feel longer in memory, try doing something new. 1．Why did summers feel longer in childhood according to the text? A．One year takes up a larger part of a child’s life. B．Children have more homework during summer. C．Children spend more time playing outside. D．Summer vacations were much longer before. 2．How can we make a day feel longer when we look back? A．By doing the same tasks every day. B．By waiting for time to pass. C．By trying new and exciting activities. D．By focusing on how time passes. 3．What is the main idea of the text? A．Time always moves at the same speed. B．Our feeling of time can change. C．Older people have better memories. D．Boring days are actually longer. Passage 4 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Siku Quanshu, also known as the Complete Library of the Four Branches of Literature, is one of the largest and most important collections of ancient Chinese books. It was compiled (编写) under Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of about 230 years. It has experienced many wars and troubles, but still survived, leaving many amazing stories. To protect this great collection, Emperor Qianlong made careful plans. He sent people to study Tianyi Pavilion (天一阁), one of China’s oldest and best-kept book houses. Then he had seven special repositories built across China—four in the north and three in the south. This wise arrangement helped keep the 36,000 books safe from fires, floods and other disasters. Recently, a new documentary (纪录片) called Across Time and Space: Complete Library of the Four Branches of Literature was shown at the Communication University of China. Many creators and researchers attended a meeting to talk about the film. The film’s chief planner Xu Lingguang hopes to show the importance of Siku Quanshu with modern filming skills. He wants to pass on its culture and spirit to more people. Rao Shuguang, a famous film critic, also expressed his deep feelings for the book, as he comes from the hometown of Ji Xiaolan, the chief compiler of Siku Quanshu. 1．What do we know about Siku Quanshu from the first paragraph? A．It’s an ancient Chinese book collection. B．It has a history of 230 years. C．It was written by Emperor Qianlong. D．It was completely destroyed in wars. 2．What does the underlined word “repositories” probably mean? A．Theaters built to see films. B．Bridges built across wide rivers. C．Roads built to carry books. D．Buildings built for keeping ancient books. 3．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．The introduction of the chief compiler Ji Xiaolan. B．The purpose and meaning of the new documentary. C．The history and value of Siku Quanshu. D．The modern filming skills used in the documentary. 4．What is the best title for the passage? A．Siku Quanshu and Its New Documentary B．How to Protect Ancient Chinese Books C．Emperor Qianlong and His Seven Buildings D．A Great Ancient Chinese Compiler Passage 5 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）When you think about vacations, what comes to mind? Visiting 10 countries on a busy one-week trip? Spending all day and night with family or friends? These are all popular but tiring ways to spend holidays. In general, sleeping is not seen as the most important thing for people on vacation. But recently, more and more travellers are choosing something distinct — sleep tourism. It is all about people’s wish to go to bed and have a good rest. People’s lives are full of busy work times and different needs. Late-night meetings, endless to-do lists and noisy city environments fill every day. So, getting a good night’s sleep is not always easy. The United Kingdom reports that over 70% of its people say they sleep poorly, and many of them say they feel tired and have no energy even after a whole night in bed. A recent report from Hilton Hotels showed that rest was the top reason people wanted to travel last year. The report also said that more travellers would plan their whole vacation around resting and getting their energy back. So hotels begin to improve sleep services. One Italian hotel uses traditional Chinese medicine to improve people’s sleep. A hotel in Thailand offers a special massage (按摩), followed by a relaxing bath to help people fall asleep easily. Guests at a California hotel can fall asleep to a “sound bath” provided by a live musician. These days, the best way for some to take a vacation is to sleep through it. 1．What does the underlined word “distinct” in Paragraph 1 mean? A．Tiring. B．Different. C．Popular. D．Simple. 2．What can we infer from Paragraph 2? A．Many people feel tired in daily life. B．People like having meetings at night. C．People in the UK sleep the latest. D．Sleep tourism started in the UK. 3．How is Paragraph 4 mainly developed? A．By giving some examples. B．By explaining reasons. C．By listing some numbers. D．By comparing hotels. 4．What’s the purpose of the text? A．To advise people to travel more. B．To explain reasons why people sleep late. C．To show how busy people’s lives are. D．To introduce a new way to spend a vacation. Passage 6 （2026·安徽黄山·二模）Nowadays, if we’re going to have a haircut or visit a new restaurant, we may check online before making a decision. But what happens if some of those reviews can’t be trusted? The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently said it was planning new steps to strictly deal with fake (虚假的) reviews used to mislead customers. The commission (委员会) published a plan that would not allow companies to write or sell fake reviews, buy positive reviews and more. Research shows most people heavily depend on online reviews, but humans are also bad at telling which reviews make sense and which are wrong. Nearly one in every three reviews is fake, according to one study. In 2022, the commission forced the online store Fashion Nova to pay $4.2 million because it stopped negative reviews from being posted on its website. For its part, Fashion Nova told The New York Times that the FTC said these were “not true” and said it agreed to avoid “wasting time and high law-related costs.” People have 60 days to comment on the suggested plan after it is published in the Federal Register, and then the FTC will decide if it will make changes and publish the final form. This will make it easier for people to trust the reviews they see online. They hope more rules like this can be made to protect buyers and sellers in the future. 1．What does the FTC plan to do? A．To deal with fake reviews. B．To help write more reviews. C．To make online products popular. D．To stop people from reading reviews. 2．Why was Fashion Nova forced to pay $4.2 million? A．For writing positive reviews for itself. B．For selling fake products to customers. C．For refusing to work with the FTC． D．For stopping negative reviews online. 3．What does “This” in paragraph 3 refer to (指的是)? A．The FTC． B．The final form. C．The research. D．The store. 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 （2026·安徽亳州·二模）Do you wish your pet could talk? Well, some animals online are doing just that. With the help of their owners’ training and some special buttons (按钮), pets are learning to “talk” in their own ways. A popular pet is Merlin, an 8-month-old mini pig. His owner, Mina Alali, put videos of him using buttons to communicate online. Each button has a different word, like “walk” or “food”. Merlin presses them to let Mina know what he wants. Some pet dogs, cats, monkeys and even horses have all been doing the same. Bunny the Talking Dog is another star online with over 8 million fans. She can use over 50 buttons to make sentences and ask questions, though it sometimes takes her owner a while to understand what she means. However, for a pet, it’s still amazing! So, how do you teach a pet to “talk”? First, get some buttons that you can record your voice on. Then, use words your pet hears often, like “snack”, “walk”, or “play”. Say the words clearly many times before you press the buttons. For example, “Want a SNACK? Let’s get a SNACK!” Next, put the buttons in a quiet, easy-to-reach place. At last, teach your pet to press it with a paw (爪) or nose. Making them happy by giving them a real snack when they try! 1．How does the writer start the text? A．By telling a story. B．By sharing a secret. C．By asking a question. D．By sharing an experience. 2．Why does the writer talk about Merlin and Bunny? A．To give examples of pets that can “talk”. B．To encourage people to be kind to animals. C．To show one animal is better than the other. D．To teach how to keep pets smart and healthy. 3．What does Paragraph 5 mainly talk about? A．Steps to teach a pet to “talk”. B．Importance of living with a pet. C．Tools for training pets to “talk”. D．Reasons for communicating with pets. Passage 2 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Chimpanzees (黑猩猩) sometimes use leaves or insects as medicine like we humans. Do you know they can also give “first aid” to each other? Scientists studying in Uganda found this. Chimpanzees are closely related to humans, so scientists study them a lot. For example, when they are sick or hurt, they find ways to care for themselves. In 2021, Dr Elodie Freymann went to Uganda to study chimpanzees in the forest. She wanted to learn how they deal with their wounds. Her team looked over 30 years of research records and spent eight months studying two groups of chimpanzees. They found 34 examples of chimpanzees taking care of their own wounds, often by licking (舔) them or chewing (嚼) plant leaves and putting on them. Licking can clean cuts and stop them getting worse. Some plant leaves can do this, too. Even more interesting were the seven examples of chimpanzees helping others. In one example, a young chimp sucked (吮吸) on another one’s leg to help clean the wound. A big question is whether these actions are natural or taught. In one example, a young chimp watched her mother chew a leaf and put it on a cut. Freymann thinks some actions are natural, but others are taught. She plans to keep studying to find out more. 1．How did Freymann’s team do the research? A．They studied records and watched Chimpanzees. B．They tried to interview the Chimpanzees in a way. C．They asked local people and recorded all the information. D．They did some experiments about Chimpanzees in the lab. 2．What does the underlined word “them” in paragraph 4 refer to (指的是)? A．The wounds. B．The plant leaves. C．The scientists. D．The chimpanzee babies. 3．What does the example in the last paragraph show? A．Mother chimpanzees are the best doctors. B．Young chimpanzees are smarter than adults. C．Chimpanzees may learn skills from each other. D．Chimpanzees can remember things for a long time. 4．What is the best title (标题) for the text? A．Wildlife wonders: Self-saving in nature. B．Forest researchers: Scientists in Uganda. C．Chimpanzee doctors: First aid in the forest. D．Animal learners: Chimpanzees get new skills. Passage 3 （2026·安徽六安·二模）What are insects like in your eyes? Have you ever noticed them? Insects are very interesting animals. They may be small, but they are smart and hard-working. Scientists have studied different kinds of insects very closely. According to their studies, even the smallest insects have tools to help do their work. Have you ever seen a little fly called a sawfly? It gets such a name because it has a saw (锯子) that is used on plants to create a safe space for its eggs. After laying its eggs, the sawfly makes some glue. The glue fixes the eggs to where they are laid. Another insect that has its own natural tool is the poppy bee. The bees live in wood. Like people who make things out of wood, poppy bees use special tools to dig nests (巢穴) out of wood. They dig and clean out the nest to make it ready for use. When all is ready, poppy bees cut out pieces of leaves in the shape of a nest. They then join the pieces together and put them into the nest. Ants are also known for their clever use of natural tools. For example,they drop pieces of leaves into water so that they take in the water. Then the ants carry them back to their nests. There are more insects than any other living things in the world. Every insect is special. The more you notice them, the more they will surprise you. 1．How does the writer start the text? A．By asking questions. B．By listing numbers. C．By making comparisons. D．By giving examples. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 4 refer to? A．The poppy bee. B．The nest. C．The wood. D．The tool. 3．From the text, what can we learn about the three insects? A．The sawfly can make glue to fix their nests. B．Poppy bees cut out leaves before digging nests. C．Ants can use pieces of leaves to take in water. D．Sawflies carry water back to their nests with leaves. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Insects and Tools B．Animals and Eggs C．Plants and Leaves D．Insects and Humans Passage 4 （2026·安徽滁州·二模）Coffee trees grow in a special area called the “Coffee Bean Belt”. This area lies between the Tropic of Cancer (北回归线) and the Tropic of Capricorn (南回归线). Yunnan, China, is right in this golden area. Cities like Pu’er and Baoshan have perfect growing conditions. That’s why over 98% of China’s coffee beans come from Yunnan. Why does Yunnan coffee taste so special? The formula is in the mountains. The coffee trees grow at a high altitude, usually 1,000 to 2,000 meters high. In the mountains, days are sunny, but nights are cool. The big temperature difference makes coffee cherries (咖啡果) grow slowly. The slower they grow, the more sugar they store inside. High altitude also reduces chlorogenic acid (绿原酸) which makes coffee taste bitter (苦的). With less of this acid, Yunnan coffee tastes sweet, fruity and as fresh as tea. Farmers pick red coffee cherries by hand. After peeling and drying, the beans give out a warm and pleasant smell. “Sichuan dishes are everywhere in the world and loved by many foreigners now. ▲ ” a Yunnan coffee lover once said. 1．Where may coffee trees grow well according to the text? A．In Sydney. B．In Moscow. C．In London. D．In Bangkok. 2．What does the underlined word “formula” probably mean? A．Result. B．Secret. C．Cost. D．Number. 3．Which can be best put in “ ▲ ”? A．I believe Yunnan coffee will be just as welcome. B．I want to try as many Yunnan dishes as possible in person. C．I think Yunnan should pay attention to coffee products. D．I hope Yunnan can be as famous as Sichuan in the future. Passage 5 （2026·安徽黄山·二模）“Whatever we throw into the sea will come back to us,” says Gaurav, a fisherman in India. For him and many others, fishing is not just work. It is part of their daily lives. However, the sea was in danger. For years, waste oil from engines (发动机) went directly into the sea. The oil was harmful. It floated (漂浮) on the water and formed a film. It polluted the water and harmed fish and other sea animals. Finally, the sea animals became the food that people ate. Two researchers, Shruti and Pooja, noticed the problem. They talked with fishermen and found that people threw waste oil into the sea because there was no safe way to deal with it. Therefore, they started a sea protection plan in 2023. They set up a clean recycling system (回收系统). Fishermen could sell their waste oil at a good price instead of throwing it away. Local young people collected the oil and sent it to recycling factories. The oil could be reused, and it no longer went into the sea. Soon, fishermen joined in the plan. In six months, they collected over 2,800 litres (升) of waste oil. Fishermen got much money, and the sea became cleaner. Children also helped spread the message to their family. As Gaurav says, “The sea feeds us. If we protect it, it will protect us.” 1．Which sentence uses“film” with the same meaning as the underlined word? A．Let’s stay in and watch a film. B．The accident was recorded on film. C．Linda put a new film in her old camera. D．Everything was covered in a film of snow. 2．What did Shruti and Pooja want to do by setting up the clean recycling system? A．Make fishermen become rich. B．Build more recycling factories. C．Give young people full-time jobs. D．Stop waste oil from going into the sea. 3．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．The plan was really successful. B．The work took a long time. C．Fishermen got more work than before. D．The oil was reused in fishing boats. 4．What is the structure (结构) of the text?(①= Paragraph 1,……) A． B． C． D． / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题09 阅读理解（说明文） 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （2026·安徽池州·二模）Do you feel nervous when you’re around other people? Do you worry that others are watching or judging you? If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience social anxiety (焦虑), but there are ways to manage it. First, understand the spotlight effect. Most people think others notice them more than they really do. In truth, everyone is busy thinking about themselves, not you. When you feel anxious, remind yourself: “They’re probably focused on their own worries.” Second, try changing your thoughts. If you think, “I messed up, and now they dislike me,” ask yourself: Is this true? Everyone makes small mistakes. The other person likely didn’t even notice. Write down negative (消极的) thoughts and challenge them. For example, if you think, “No one wants me here,” remember: Someone invited you, so they wanted you to come. Finally, practice facing your fears. Avoiding social situations makes anxiety worse. Start small interactions (互动), like saying “thank you” to a waiter. When that feels easy, try chatting with someone in line. Over time, your confidence will grow. Social anxiety is OK, but you can get over it. Remember: Others aren’t judging you as much as you think. Take small steps, and soon, social situations will feel easier! 1．What does the underlined word “it” refer to (指代) in Paragraph 1? A．Feeling nervous. B．Judging others. C．Social anxiety. D．Being around people. 2．According to Paragraph 3, what is the purpose of writing down negative thoughts? A．To remember social mistakes. B．To challenge and question them. C．To let friends know them. D．To avoid social interactions. 3．Why does the writer suggest starting with small interactions in social situations? A．Because it helps you avoid talking to strangers. B．Because it is the easiest way to make new friends. C．Because facing fears bit by bit reduces anxiety over time. D．Because it makes others feel more comfortable around you. 4．Where is this text most likely from? A．A novel about personal growth stories. B．A travel guide for people visiting new places. C．A guide for managing nervousness in social settings. D．A scientific research paper about brain functions. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．C 【知识点】说明文、意见/建议 【导语】本文讨论了社交焦虑的现象及应对方法，包括认识聚光灯效应、改变消极思维、逐步面对恐惧等。 【详解】 1．词义猜测题。根据第一段“Many people experience social anxiety (焦虑), but there are ways to manage it.”可知，许多人经历社交焦虑，但这有方法来应对它。故划线单词“it”代指“社交焦虑”。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“Write down negative (消极的) thoughts and challenge them. For example, if you think, ‘No one wants me here,’ remember: Someone invited you, so they wanted you to come.”可知，写下消极想法并挑战它们，故推测目的是通过质疑消极思想来减少焦虑。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“Avoiding social situations makes anxiety worse. Start small interactions (互动), like saying ‘thank you’ to a waiter. When that feels easy, try chatting with someone in line. Over time, your confidence will grow.”可知，之所以从小互动开始逐步练习能增强自信，是因为循序渐进可缓解焦虑。故选C。 4．推理判断题。通读全文可知，全文围绕社交焦虑的应对策略展开，属于实用指导类内容，选项C“管理社交场合紧张的指南”最贴切。故选C。 Passage 2 （2026·安徽阜阳·二模）At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching how our parents spend. If you’re still not sure how to save or spend wisely, the following life lessons about money can help us form good spending habits. Money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. Visiting their workplace helps us understand that money is not that easy to make. We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. Make a budget. Think about what we really need before buying things. Since our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices. We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we want a new bicycle but don’t have enough money, we can save our pocket money. How? Write down how much money we have in a notebook and watch it grow. After we have enough, we can buy that wonderful bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Reaching our goal will greatly satisfy us. We can talk with our parents about how to use money. Ask them what a bank account (账户) is. Go shopping together to see how money is used in the real world. Without doubt, we should treat money in a right way. Actually, learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and right money values step by step! 1．Where does money come from according to the text? A．Parents’ hard work. B．Kids’ life lessons. C．Good spending habits. D．The bank account. 2．What does the underlined phrase “in one go” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Little by little. B．At a time. C．In the future. D．As usual. 3．Why does the writer mention buying a bicycle? A．To suggest keeping a savings notebook. B．To encourage making free spending choices. C．To show the importance of setting a savings goal. D．To share a fun shopping experience. 4．What is the best title for the text? A．Causes of Spending Money B．Purposes of Treating Money C．Ways of Managing Money D．Conditions of Saving Money 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．C 【知识点】货币及理财、意见/建议、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了从早期开始学习如何管理金钱，通过一些关于金钱的生活经验来帮助我们养成良好的消费习惯，包括了解金钱来源、合理消费、设定目标以及与父母交流金钱使用等，强调要正确对待金钱。 【详解】 1．第二段提到：“We need to know that our parents work hard to make money”，这直接说明钱来自父母的辛勤工作。 2．第三段提到：“Make a budget. Think about what we really need before buying things. Since our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices.” 结合语境可知“in one go”意思是不能一次性把钱都花光，所以“in one go”意思是“At a time”（一次）。 3．第四段提到：“We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we want a new bicycle but don’t have enough money, we can save our pocket money.”说明作者提到买自行车是为了展示设定储蓄目标的重要性。 4．文章整体围绕如何管理金钱展开，从了解金钱来源、合理消费、设定目标到与父母交流金钱使用等方面，介绍了管理金钱的方法，所以最佳标题是“Ways of Managing Money”。 Passage 3 （2026·安徽宣城·二模）In recent years, more and more Chinese teenagers spend too much time on electronic products and schoolwork, so they rarely play outdoors. This brings some health problems. According to official reports in 2026, about 51.2% of Chinese children and teenagers are myopic (近视的), and 19% of those aged 6 to 17 are overweight. To solve these problems, our country has taken many active measures. In 2026, 13 Chinese departments started the “Five Health Actions” to help teenagers grow healthily. Schools must make sure students have at least 2 hours of physical activity every day. Many schools carry out the “15-minute break” rule, asking students to go out of the classrooms during breaks. PE classes are offered every day in many middle schools. Parents also play an important role. They should cut down on extra (额外的) after-school classes and spend more time playing outdoors with their kids on weekends. It is good for children’s eyes and bodies to enjoy sunshine and do exercise outside. These efforts have effectively helped reduce the myopia rate (比例) among children and teenagers. We believe that with the joint efforts of schools, families and society, teenagers will have more time to play outdoors. They will become healthier, happier and more energetic. Outdoor activities will bring them beautiful and colorful childhood memories. 1．What does the underlined word “rarely” in Paragraph 1 mean? A．Seldom. B．Always. C．Luckily. D．Mostly. 2．What do we know about “Five Health Actions”? A．It was started by 13 Chinese departments in 2026. B．It can completely solve all teenagers’ health problems at once. C．It only asks parents to spend more time staying with kids at home. D．It makes all middle schools have their own school doctors. 3．What change has taken place in students’ myopia rate after great efforts? A．It has disappeared completely. B．It has stayed the same for years. C．It has been reduced effectively. D．It has become higher than before. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 【知识点】青少年问题、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了中国青少年因缺乏户外活动而导致的近视和超重问题，以及学校和家庭采取的“五项健康行动”等积极措施及其成效。 【解析】 1．第一段提到“more and more Chinese teenagers spend too much time on electronic products and schoolwork, so they rarely play outdoors”，结合上下文，青少年花太多时间在电子产品和作业上，所以他们很少去户外玩耍，“rarely”意为“很少”，与“Seldom”同义。 2．第二段提到“In 2026, 13 Chinese departments started the ‘Five Health Actions’ to help teenagers grow healthily.”，因此该行动由13个部门于2026年发起。 3．最后一段提到“These efforts have effectively helped reduce the myopia rate”，因此近视率得到了有效降低。 Passage 4 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Gathering for a shared meal is something all humans do. Whether it’s dinners with friends, parties, or holiday celebrations, eating together is so common in our social lives that we seldom consider its reasons. Why do humans enjoy a good meal together? Sharing food as a behavior is likely to date back before the origin of our species (人类起源). Our closest relatives, chimpanzees (黑猩猩), share food too, but humans turned this into a special social event. The first group meals probably happened around campfires 1.8 million years ago. Cooking and sharing food brought people together and gave them more time to relax after dark. Studies show eating with others makes us happier and helps us build friendships better. When we eat as a group, our brains give out “happy chemicals” called endorphins (内啡肽). This feel-good effect is even stronger when we do simple things at the same time, like picking up our chopsticks together or laughing at the same joke. Sharing meals also gives us chances to talk about our days, share stories, and feel more connected to the people around us. All in all, sharing meals is a key part of human life. It connects us to others, lifts our spirits, and has been bringing people together for millions of years. 1．What do people think of sharing food nowadays? A．It’s very common. B．It can avoid danger. C．It’s very convenient. D．It can reduce spending. 2．What is the difference between humans and chimpanzees in sharing food? A．Chimpanzees share food only with their family. B．Chimpanzees seldom share food with others. C．Humans make food sharing a special social event. D．Humans share food much earlier than chimpanzees. 3．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The history of sharing food. B．The advantages of sharing food. C．The ways of sharing food. D．The changes of sharing food over time. 4．What’s the best title (标题) for the text? A．Why We Need Food B．What Food We Enjoy Most C．How We Have a Nice Meal D．Why We Eat Together 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．D 【知识点】饮食习俗、说明文 【导语】本文介绍了人们喜欢共同用餐的原因。 【详解】 1．第一段“eating together is so common...that we seldom consider its reasons.” 中的common直接给出答案。 2．第二段给出明确对比：“Our closest relatives, chimpanzees, share food too, but humans turned this into a special social event.” 指出，黑猩猩也分享食物，但人类将其变为特殊社交活动。 3．第三段“happier and helps us build friendships better”，“our brains give out ‘happy chemicals’ ”以及“feel more connected to the people around us”都体现了分享食物的好处或优势。 4．全文开头问“Why do humans enjoy a good meal together?” ，随后讲解聚餐的起源、好处和意义。所有内容都围绕“为什么一起吃饭”。 Passage 5 （2026·安徽芜湖·二模）Putting things off is something a lot of students are troubled with. Between schoolwork, after-school activities and everyday worries, there are too many things you have to deal with every day. But if you keep putting them off, they can snowball. You might start falling behind and your grades might get lower. One smart way to fight back is to break big tasks into tiny pieces. Huge projects can feel like a mountain. But if you cut them into smaller steps, it will make it less scary. For example, you’ve got to write a five-page paper. Just tell yourself, “Today, I’ll choose my topic and write a little. I’ll take care of more tomorrow.” Step by step, it gets done. The “work and rest” way is also a smart choice for being productive (多产的). Set a timer for 25 minutes-go all in full attention. Then take a five-minute break. Have some cookies. Walk around. Once you get going, it’s easier to keep it up. Also, stay away from what pulls your attention. Put away your MP3 player and any kind of toys. Find a quiet place where you won’t get interrupted (打扰) at all. The less noise, the better your brain can lock in. And don’t forget to treat yourself. For example, listen to your favorite song, or watch an interesting TV program. These little things keep you going. Change doesn’t happen overnight, so stick to it every day. Finally, you are sure to see the payoff. 1．What will happen if students keep putting things off? A．They will have more free time. B．Things will become easier. C．They may fall behind in study. D．They will feel less worried. 2．What can we learn from paragraph 3? A．Why we should take a long break every day. B．How we should use the “work and rest” way. C．When we should finish our schoolwork every day. D．What we can do during a five-minute break. 3．What’s the writer’s purpose of writing the passage? A．To introduce a kind of school activity. B．To show how to make students feel relaxed. C．To give students advice on stopping putting things off. D．To ask students to finish homework as quickly as possible. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 【知识点】意见/建议、说明文 【导语】本文主要针对学生普遍存在的拖延问题，给出了4条实用建议，帮助大家提高效率、摆脱拖延。 【解析】 1．第一段最后一句话指出“You might start falling behind and your grades might get lower.”，如果学生持续拖延的话，就会落后其他同学并且成绩下降。 2．第三段介绍了“work and rest”方法的具体操作：设置25分钟计时器专注学习，再休息5分钟，所以这一段的核心是如何使用“劳逸结合”的方法。 3．全文围绕 “拖延问题” 展开，第二至第四段主要讲了拆解任务、劳逸结合、远离干扰到自我奖励，都是给学生提供克服拖延的建议。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （2026·安徽池州·二模）When we sleep, our brain never really turns off. It still processes sounds while we’re sleeping. If there is a sudden increase in noise, it may wake us up. To have a good sleep, some people choose to use earplugs (耳塞). Actually, less noise isn’t always the answer. Some colored noises can make our brain relax and help us have a better sleep! Maybe you’ve heard of white noise, but there are also two colored noises: pink noise and brown noise. White noise creates a steady humming sound (稳定的嗡嗡声) like radio or television static (静电噪声). It covers the loud sound that may wake us up, allowing us to go to sleep faster and stay asleep longer. Pink noise is deeper and softer than white noise. Think of rain falling on the street or a gentle wind blowing through the leaves of trees. Brown noise, also known as red noise, creates an even deeper sound than pink noise. Examples of brown noise include strong waterfalls and thunder. White noise, pink noise and brown noise are all useful in helping people get a better sleep. However, which colored noise can give you the best sleep depends on your personal preferences. The noise that helps you sleep most soundly is the one that you like best. 1．What does the writer think can help people sleep better? A．Always using earplugs. B．Hearing some colored noises. C．Having a nice dinner. D．Doing exercise before sleep. 2．Which of the following is pink noise? A．The sound of wild wind. B．The strong waterfall. C．The television static. D．The rain falling on the road. 3．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．People prefer pink noise to brown noise. B．Brown noise is more useful than pink noise. C．White noise often gives people the best sleep. D．People can sleep well with their favorite colored noise. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．D 【知识点】科普知识、说明文 【导语】本文主要介绍了几种有色噪音——白噪音、粉噪音和棕噪音，这些有色噪音有助于睡眠。 【详解】 1．细节理解题。根据“Some colored noises can make our brain relax and help us have a better sleep!”可知作者认为一些有色噪音有助于睡眠。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Pink noise is deeper and softer than white noise. Think of rain falling on the street or a gentle wind blowing through the leaves of trees.”可知雨滴落在路面上的声音是粉噪音。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据“However, which colored noise can give you the best sleep depends on your personal preferences.”可知哪种颜色的噪声能让你睡得最好取决于你的个人喜好，你可以用最喜欢的有色噪声来安眠。故选D。 Passage 2 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Recently, blind boxes have been popular. Among them, Labubu, a blind box character from China, is a big hit in the market. Its “ugly cute” style is different from the styles of common cute toys, which meets young people’s love for unusual things. It really resonates (产生共鸣) with young people today. Labubu was created by the artist Kasing Lung. He was born in Hong Kong in 1972 but moved to the Netherlands with his family when he was seven years old. At first, young Lung couldn’t speak the local language. But he found a fun way to learn—by reading picture books! These books not only helped him learn the language but also made him interested in drawing. He finally became the first Chinese to win the European Picture Book competition. In 2010, he began to design (设计) toys. Labubu was designed in 2015. Kasing Lung’s ideas are based on the fairy tales (童话故事) of the Netherlands. In 2019, Labubu broke sales records in the designer toy field. “Labubu has changed over time, and so have I,” said Lung. Both Kasing Lung and Labubu changed and grew over time. This success story shows how China is evolving. For many years, China has been known as the world’s toy factory, making toys for global brands from other countries. The popularity of Labubu shows that Chinese design skills are getting better and stronger. 1．Why is Labubu a big hit according to paragraph 1? A．Because it changes and grows quickly all the time. B．Because it shows the European and Chinese culture. C．Because it is very cheap and can be gotten everywhere. D．Because its difference really wins young people’s hearts. 2．How did Kasing Lung’s early life influence his job later? A．His family taught him how to make cute toys. B．His friends encouraged him to practise drawing. C．Learning a new language caused him to give up art. D．Picture books helped him discover his artistic interest. 3．Which of the following can take the place of “evolving”in the text? A．Stopping. B．Changing. C．Waiting. D．Winning. 4．What does the text mainly talk about? A．How China’s toy design has changed over time. B．The life story of Labubu’s designer Kasing Lung. C．How fairy tales influence modern toy designs. D．Labubu’s success and what it means for China. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．B 4．D 【知识点】说明文、个人经历、收藏 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了Labubu这一盲盒玩具在市场上的火爆及其背后的设计故事，同时通过Labubu的成功展示了中国玩具设计能力的提升与中国的发展变化。 【详解】 1．第一段指出“Its ‘ugly cute’ style is different from the styles of common cute toys, which meets young people‘s love for unusual things. It really resonates with young people today.” 说明Labubu之所以大受欢迎，是因为它独特的“丑萌”风格与众不同，赢得了年轻人的心。 2．第二段提到“But he found a fun way to learn—by reading picture books! These books not only helped him learn the language but also made him interested in drawing.” 说明绘本不仅帮助他学习语言，还激发了他对绘画的兴趣，这对他后来成为设计师产生了重要影响。 3．第四段提到“This success story shows how China is evolving.” 随后文章说明中国从“世界玩具工厂”转变为拥有更强设计能力的国家，说明“evolving”意为“发展、变化”，与“Changing”意思相同。 4．本文第一段介绍Labubu的火爆，第二、三段讲述设计师Kasing Lung的经历和Labubu的设计历程，第四段总结Labubu的成功体现了中国玩具设计能力的提升。因此全文主要讲的是Labubu的成功及其对中国的意义。 Passage 3 （2026·安徽池州·二模）Beethoven wrote many famous pieces of music, but he’s probably well-known for his nine symphonies (交响曲). When Beethoven died in 1827, he had some ideas for a 10th symphony. All he left behind were some notes (音符) about the piece and a few sketches (概述). A special team of musicians, computer scientists and historians was formed. Their aim was to complete Beethoven’s 10th Symphony to celebrate his 250th birthday. To train an AI to help with the symphony, the team turned every piece of music Beethoven ever wrote into a form the computer could understand. By feeding the program of all Beethoven’s music, the AI could look for patterns in the way Beethoven wrote. This included, for example, how he used simple melodies (曲调) again and again all through a piece to create a theme, or how he moved between different parts of the symphony. It took more than two years, but finally the team completed Beethoven’s 10th Symphony. The team took a few minutes of music by the AI, and played it for Beethoven experts, musicians, and reporters. No one could tell which parts had been written by Beethoven and which parts were made up by the AI. Although Beethoven didn’t write it all, the team feels sure that the music is much like what he might have written, if he’d had the chance. 1．Why did the special team want to complete Beethoven’s 10th Symphony? A．To celebrate his 250th birthday. B．To find out the cause of his death. C．To achieve Beethoven’s wish. D．To improve their ability. 2．What is the second paragraph mainly about? A．How an AI worked with people. B．How an AI helped with the symphony. C．How the symphony was enjoyed. D．How an AI was created. 3．Who did the team play Beethoven’s 10th Symphony for besides Beethoven experts and musicians? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 【知识点】音乐与舞蹈、科学技术、说明文、艺术家 【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了贝多芬未完成的第十交响曲是如何通过人工智能技术完成的。 【详解】 1．细节理解题。根据“Their aim was to complete Beethoven’s 10th Symphony to celebrate his 250th birthday.”可知，这个小组完成贝多芬第十交响曲的目的是为了庆祝贝多芬250岁诞辰。故选A。 2．段落大意题。通读第二段可知，第二段主要讲述了如何通过AI来分析贝多芬的音乐模式，并利用这些模式来完成交响曲。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“The team took a few minutes of music by the AI, and played it for Beethoven experts, musicians, and reporters.”可知，团队将贝多芬的第十交响曲播放给了贝多芬专家、音乐家和记者听。因此，除了贝多芬专家和音乐家之外，团队还为记者播放了这部交响曲。选项D的图片可以代表记者，故选D。 Passage 4 （2026·安徽六安·二模）Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing many fields, and education is no exception. AI is now used in schools around the world to make teaching and learning easier and better. One important way AI helps in education is through intelligent tutoring systems (智能辅导系统). They provide personalized learning. For example, if a student has trouble with math, the AI tutor finds weak points and gives them special exercises. This helps students learn at their own speed and improve. AI can also grade (评分) students’ homework and tests quickly and correctly. This saves teachers’ time, so they can focus on preparing lessons and talking with students. AI can also tell students where they made mistakes, helping them learn. Another use of AI in education is virtual (虚拟的) classrooms. With AI, students can have online classes from anywhere. They can ask questions, join discussions and do group work. This makes education easier to get for students who live in faraway areas or cannot go to traditional classes. However, there are some worries about AI in education. Some people think AI will replace teachers, but most experts believe AI is just a tool. Teachers can give emotional support and help students be creative—AI cannot do this. Another worry is data security (数据安全) because AI collects much students’ information. In general, AI has a good influence on education. It makes learning more personalized, efficient and accessible (可获取的). As AI technology develops, it will bring more changes. It is important to use AI in a way that helps both teachers and students. 1．If a student has trouble with English grammar, an AI tutor might       . A．tell the student to give up English B．give the student special grammar exercises to practice C．ask the student to copy the textbook D．ask the student to talk to a real teacher instead 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．AI can give students emotional support like teachers. B．Virtual classrooms are only for students in faraway areas. C．AI cannot provide students with emotional support. D．Most experts think teachers will be replaced by AI soon. 3．Where might you most probably read this passage? A．In a science fiction story. B．In a sports newspaper. C．In an education magazine. D．In a travel guide book. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 【知识点】科学技术、教育、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了人工智能（AI）在教育领域的应用，包括智能辅导系统、快速批改作业、虚拟课堂，同时探讨了人们对AI应用于教育的担忧，并总结了AI对教育的积极影响。 【详解】 1．第二段举例说明：“if a student has trouble with math, the AI tutor finds weak points and gives them special exercises”，由此可推知，学生英语语法有困难时，AI辅导老师会给出专门的语法练习。 2．第五段明确说明：“Teachers can give emotional support and help students be creative—AI cannot do this”，说明AI无法像老师一样给学生提供情感支持。 3．文章全程围绕人工智能在教育中的应用展开，因此最有可能在教育杂志上读到这篇文章。 Passage 5 （2026·安徽滁州·二模）Every year on March 21, people around the world celebrate World Poetry Day. It encourages people to enjoy poems from different cultures. As a beautiful form of writing, poetry has long been loved for its rich meaning and gentle beauty. But do you know it is good for our physical and mental (心理的) health? A new study, published in the American Journal of Physiology, looked at how reading poems affects people. Twenty healthy volunteers tried three activities: reading poems aloud, doing slow breathing exercises and breathing normally. The study found that when people read poems, their breathing and heart rate (心率) worked together best. This helped them feel less stressed and more relaxed right away. Many poems, both Chinese and foreign, have a regular rhythm (节奏) that matches the beat of our hearts. For example, we often learn Quiet Night Thoughts by Li Bai. The five-character lines of this classic poem have a natural flow (韵律). It is easy to read this poem in one breath, and this kind of rhythm calms our minds quickly. Writing poems helps too. 1．What’s the purpose of World Poetry Day? A．To learn to write better poems. B．To enjoy the beauty of poems. C．To introduce more poets. D．To make poems famous. 2．What is paragraph 2 mainly about? A．An example of Chinese poems. B．A new method for studying poems. C．A research study on reading poems. D．A rule on doing breathing exercises. 3．What can we learn about Quiet Night Thoughts? A．It has long sentences. B．It makes people feel relaxed. C．It is a foreign poem. D．It is hard to understand. 4．What may the text talk about next? A．Some reasons for learning poems. B．Some famous poets in history. C．Some advice on writing poems. D．Some benefits of writing poems. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．D 【知识点】阅读、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了世界诗歌日的意义，以及一项关于朗读诗歌对身心健康有益的研究。 【详解】 1．第一段指出“It encourages people to enjoy poems from different cultures”，故世界诗歌日的目的是鼓励人们欣赏诗歌之美。 2．第二段指出“A new study, published in the American Journal of Physiology, looked at how reading poems affects people”，并介绍了研究过程和结果，故第2段主要介绍一项关于朗读诗歌的研究。 3．第三段指出“For example, we often learn Quiet Night Thoughts by Li Bai. The five-character lines of this classic poem have a natural flow. It is easy to read this poem in one breath, and this kind of rhythm calms our minds quickly.”,可知《静夜思》让人感到放松。 4．第四段提到“Writing poems helps too”，提示下文将围绕写诗的好处展开，故下文可能谈论写诗的一些益处。 Passage 6 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Marathon pacers (马拉松配速员), sometimes also called “rabbits”, are usually great runners. There are usually between 10 and 15 pacers in a marathon. Each of them leads a different group. They usually hold a sign or a balloon with the time on it to help the runners finish the race. There are many reasons to run with a pacer. First of all, they can help you run at the right pace. If you go out too fast in the first half of the race, you can run out of energy fast and slow down in the second half. Also, if you run a slower first half and a faster second half, it can be hard to follow the pace in the end. Because you’re very tired. With a pacer, you needn’t think too hard about your pace. You can just keep up with your pacer. Marathon pacers do more than that. They can encourage you to keep going when you go through the hardest part of the race. In fact, many marathon runners bring out the best in them by following a pacer. Becoming a marathon pacer is not easy, you must have experience in running marathons and know how to keep a proper speed in the race. 1．How many marathon pacers are there possibly in a marathon? A．8. B．12. C．16. D．20. 2．In the third paragraph, what does the underlined word “them” refer to? A．Runners. B．Pacers. C．Coaches. D．Rabbits. 3．Running with a pacer in a marathon, ________. A．runners are sure to get the first prize B．runners don’t need to spend energy in the whole race C．runners can keep a proper pace and get encouragement D．runners can become excellent marathon pacers in the future 4．What’s the main idea of the passage? A．Tell us the looks of marathon pacers. B．Tell us the future of marathon pacers. C．Tell us the hobbies of marathon pacers. D．Tell us the importance of marathon pacers. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【知识点】健康与运动、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了马拉松配速员，又称“兔子”的作用：帮助跑者保持正确配速、鼓励跑者坚持到底，以及成为配速员需要具备的条件。 【详解】 1．第一段中提到“There are usually between 10 and 15 pacers in a marathon.”，所以一场马拉松中配速员的数量通常在10到15人之间，选项B“12”在此范围内。 2．第三段中提到“many marathon runners bring out the best in them by following a pacer.”，这里的“them”指代前一句的主语“marathon runners”。 3．第二段提到配速员能帮助跑者保持正确配速，第三段提到配速员能鼓励跑者坚持到底，所以选项C“runners can keep a proper pace and get encouragement”正确。 4．全文介绍了马拉松配速员的作用 (帮助保持配速、给予鼓励) 以及成为配速员的条件，主要说明配速员的重要性。 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 （2026·安徽芜湖·二模）In July, 2025, the world’s shortest dog and the world’s tallest dog met. They got along well. Their meeting showed that friendship has nothing to do with size. Reggie, the world’s tallest living male(雄性) dog, is 99 centimeters tall and weighs 66 kilograms. Pearl, the world’s shortest living dog, is only 9.14 centimeters tall and weighs about 0.45 kilograms. Though they look very different, the two dogs share a lot in common. They both have strong personalities and know what they want. Besides, they both snore(打鼾) loud and are crazy about chicken. Pearl’s owner, Ms. Semler, once had another record-breaking dog named Milly. She is Pearl’s aunt, who used to be the world’s shortest dog. Believe it or not, Reggie was actually the smallest among his brothers and sisters at birth, but he grew very fast. He set the world record for the tallest living male dog at the age of seven. However, Reggie is still not as tall as Zeus, the tallest dog ever, which passed away in 2014. 1．What’s the main idea of the second paragraph? A．The differences and similarities of the two dogs. B．The living habits and places of the two dogs. C．The methods for feeding different kinds of dogs. D．The owners and their family of the two dogs. 2．Who is Milly? A．Pearl’s owner. B．Pearl’s aunt. C．Pearl’s mother. D．Pearl’s sister. 3．What can we learn about Reggie? A．He is taller than Zeus. B．He grew slowly after birth. C．He is the tallest dog in history. D．He got the record when he was 7. 4．What might the text talk about next? A．Some ways to feed tall dogs healthily. B．Some stories of other lovely short dogs. C．Some advice on keeping pet dogs well. D．Some information about the tallest dog Zeus. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 4．D 【知识点】常见动物、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了世界最高犬Reggie与世界最矮犬pearl相遇的故事，介绍了两只狗狗的外形差异、共同特点及相关背景信息。 【详解】 1．第二段首先列举了 Reggie 和 Pearl 的身高体重数据差异，随后通过“Though they look very different，the two dogs share a lot in common”转折，介绍了它们的共同点（性格、打鼾、爱吃鸡）。因此该段主要讲述了两只狗的差异与相似之处。 2． 根据第三段第二句“She is Pearl’s aunt，who used to be the world’s shortest dog.”可知，Milly是Pearl的阿姨（aunt）。 3．根据第三段最后一句“He set the world record for the tallest living male dog at the age of seven.“”可知，它在 7 岁时获得了记录。 4．文章最后一段提到了另一只狗Zeus，并指出它是曾经最高的狗，且Reggie不如它高。按照行文逻辑，文章接下来很可能会进一步介绍这只具有历史记录的狗Zeus的相关信息，以完善对比。 Passage 2 （2026·安徽安庆·二模）Brains help animals think and solve problems, but growing a big brain takes a lot of energy and time. Not all animals can develop large brains through natural selection (选择). Scientists studied 1,176 kinds of birds and found that parental care has the biggest influence on brain size. Birds like chickens and ducks can move around soon after breaking out of eggs. But others, like parrots and songbirds, are born blind, weak and helpless. They have no choice but to completely depend on their parents for survival. These birds can get long-term care and food, which can promote brain development because more energy goes into brain growth. This bigger brain helps birds learn faster and act smarter. For example, crows can use sticks to get food. ▲ These abilities are connected to their bigger brains. Parental care not only gives young birds the food they need but also keeps them safe while they grow and learn. Parental care isn’t just important for birds. The study finds that when parents take care of their babies, it helps their brains grow better—not just in humans, but also in many other animals. Just like birds, human babies need years of care and food to grow large brains. Without enough care, their brains may not develop well. This research helps us understand why parental care is so important in natural selection—it allows animals to grow smarter brains and better adapt to (应对) challenges. To learn more, scientists now plan to study how human brains developed with similar care over time. 1．What’s the key to birds’ brain growth? A．Group living. B．Food support. C．Parental care. D．Natural selection. 2．What does the underlined word “promote” mean in paragraph 2? A．control B．explain C．benefit D．balance 3．Which can be put in ▲ ? A．Parrots can copy human words. B．Scientists find the birds use tools. C．Humans see crows as noisy birds. D．The study proved brain size matters. 4．What may the writer talk about after the last paragraph? A．What scientists’ future studies are about. B．Where parents find food for their young. C．How scientists study brain size in babies. D．Why some birds can fly longer than others. 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．A 4．A 【知识点】常见动物、科普知识、说明文 【导语】本文主要介绍了科学家通过对鸟类的研究发现，父母的照顾对大脑大小的影响最大。 【详解】 1．第一段明确指出“Scientists studied 1,176 kinds of birds and found that parental care has the biggest influence on brain size.”，科学家研究了1176种鸟类，发现父母照顾对大脑大小的影响最大，即鸟类大脑生长的关键是父母的照顾。 2．第二段明确指出“These birds can get long-term care and food, which can promote brain development because more energy goes into brain growth.”，这些鸟类可以获得长期的照顾和食物，这有助于促进大脑发育，因为更多的能量用于大脑生长，因此promote意为“促进、有益于”。 3．第三段明确指出“For example, crows can use sticks to get food.”，举例说明了乌鸦会使用工具获取食物，及“These abilities are connected to their bigger brains.”，指出这些能力与它们更大的大脑有关。空处应填另一个体现鸟类聪明能力的例子。选项A“Parrots can copy human words.”符合语境。 4．最后一段明确指出“To learn more, scientists now plan to study how human brains developed with similar care over time.”，为了了解更多，科学家现在计划研究人类大脑是如何随着时间的推移在类似的照顾下发育的，结尾提出了科学家未来的研究计划。因此，作者在下一段最有可能继续谈论科学家未来研究的具体内容。选项A“科学家的未来研究是关于什么的”符合逻辑。 Passage 3 （2026·安徽宿州·二模）In the wild, horses are prey (猎物) for many animals. To survive, they’ve developed a very strong sense of smell. That helps them find danger before other animals attack them. Humans started riding horses more than 4,000 years ago. For a long time, people have believed that horses can “smell” people’s feelings, and riders should relax in order to keep their horses calm too. To check whether this is true, a team of researchers recently did a study. First, the study invited 30 people to watch happy videos with special pads (软垫) under their arms to collect their sweat (汗). Then they watched a scary film while wearing new pads. Next, the researchers separated 43 horses into three groups. They made the horses wear masks to cover their noses and mouths. One group had masks with “happy sweat” pads, one group had “fear sweat” pads, and the third group had unused pads. The team then tested how the horses reacted (反应). The differences were clear. The horses with “fear sweat” pads became scared more easily, and their hearts beat faster. They were also less curious about new objects and less willing to get close to people. The researchers hope the study will help improve horses’ happiness and health, and also keep humans safe. Understanding horses better can help people live more positively with them. 1．Why do horses develop a strong sense of smell? A．To guard their living places. B．To look for more food to eat. C．To protect themselves from attacks. D．To communicate with other animals. 2．What does the underlined word “this” in Paragraph 2 refer to? A．Horses can “smell” people’s feelings. B．Horses are good at hunting in the wild. C．Horses can understand people’s words. D．Humans started riding horses long ago. 3．How did the horses with “fear sweat” pads act? A．They moved quickly and happily. B．They became calmer and friendlier. C．They showed clear signs of being scared. D．They were more willing to get close to people. 4．What’s the benefit of this study? A．It helps train horses to behave well. B．It tells people to avoid dangerous horses. C．It lets people realize more values of horses. D．It helps people and horses get along better. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．C 4．D 【知识点】人与动植物、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍马有着灵敏的嗅觉，科学家通过实验发现马能感知人类的情绪气味，该研究有助于人们更好地与马和谐共处。 【详解】 1．根据第一段第二、三句“To survive, they've developed a very strong sense of smell. That helps them find danger before other animals attack them.（为了生存，它们发展出了非常敏锐的嗅觉。这有助于它们在其他动物攻击之前发现危险。）”可知，马发展出敏锐嗅觉是为了在被攻击前发现危险，即保护自己免受攻击。 2．根据第二段第二、三句“For a long time, people have believed that horses can"smell"people's feelings... To check whether this is true...（长期以来，人们相信马能“闻”出人的情感……为了验证这是否属实……）”可知，代词“this”指代前文提到的观点，即马能“闻”出人的情感。 3．根据第四段第一、二句“The differences were clear. The horses with"fear sweat"pads became scared more easily, and their hearts beat faster.（差异很明显。带有“恐惧汗水”垫子的马更容易受惊，心跳更快。）”可知，接触“恐惧汗水”的马表现出了明显的恐惧迹象。 4．根据最后一段最后一句“Understanding horses better can help people live more positively with them.（更好地了解马可以帮助人们与它们更积极地相处。）”以及整段提到的改善马的健康和确保人类安全，可知这项研究的好处是帮助人和马更好地相处。 Passage 4 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Have you heard of “the giant panda of the water”? It’s the Yangtze finless porpoise (江豚), a national first-class protected animal found only in the Yangtze River. Sadly, its population dropped from about 2,700 in the early 1990s to around 1,800 by 2006. One reason is the increase in boat traffic, which has led to more noise and pollution in the river. To protect the river and its wildlife, the government has come up with some new ideas. One is the river and lake chief system (河湖长制). Under this system, leaders at different levels are responsible for protecting rivers and lakes. “No illegal (非法的) pollution was found, and there are no obvious floating objects (漂浮物) on the river,” Ouyang Junnian, the river chief of Dutoutang town in Hunan, reported while checking the river on May 16, 2023. Besides this routine task, the chiefs also help deal with wastewater and protect riverbanks. Hunan has also set up the “12314” hotline so people can report problems. Since January 1, 2021, a 10-year fishing ban has also been in place. It stops people from fishing in the Yangtze River. This ban is important because too much fishing has left the Yangtze finless porpoises with less food and has caused some to get caught in fishing nets. Thanks to these efforts, the number of Yangtze finless porpoises rose from 1,012 in 2017 to 1,249 in 2022. Other important animals, such as the Chinese sturgeon (中华鲟), are also coming back. From 2021 to 2024, scientists found 344 native fish species in the Yangtze River, which is 36 more than the number found between 2017 and 2020. 1．Why is the Yangtze finless porpoise called “the giant panda of the water”? A．It looks like the giant panda in the forest. B．It feeds on the same food as the giant panda. C．It is a rare protected animal like the giant panda. D．It shares the same living place with the giant panda. 2．What does the underlined word “this” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．Checking the river for pollution and floating objects. B．Setting up the “12314” hotline for people to call. C．Building new factories along the Yangtze River. D．Protecting riverbanks from being destroyed. 3．What is the main idea of the fourth paragraph (Paragraph 4)? A．To show how people break the rules of the fishing ban. B．To explain why the Yangtze finless porpoises have less food. C．To tell us the fishing ban has no good influence on the river. D．To introduce the importance of the fishing ban and its effects. 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．The Yangtze finless porpoise will face no dangers soon. B．The river protection work will continue in the future. C．No more native fish species will be found in the river. D．The fishing ban will be ended before 2031. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．B 【知识点】常见动物、环境保护、说明文 【导语】本文主要介绍了长江江豚数量下降的原因以及政府为保护长江生态采取的措施，包括河湖长制和十年禁渔令。 【解析】 1．第一段明确指出原因：“It’s the Yangtze finless porpoise (江豚), a national first-class protected animal found only in the Yangtze River”以及结合常识可知大熊猫是珍稀保护动物，说明长江江豚被称为“水中大熊猫”是因为它和大熊猫一样是珍稀保护动物。 2．第三段提到“‘No illegal (非法的) pollution was found, and there are no obvious floating objects (漂浮物) on the river,’ Ouyang Junnian, the river chief of Dutoutang town in Hunan, reported while checking the river on May 16, 2023. Besides this routine task...”，前文提到河长巡查河流时，汇报的内容就是检查是否存在非法污染、河面漂浮物，因此this指代的就是这项日常工作，对应A选项。 3．第四段提到“Since January 1, 2021, a 10-year fishing ban has also been in place. It stops people from fishing in the Yangtze River. This ban is important because too much fishing has left the Yangtze finless porpoises with less food and has caused some to get caught in fishing nets.”，本段主要介绍了十年禁渔令，指出过度捕捞导致江豚食物减少和被渔网缠绕，说明禁渔令的重要性及其效果。 4．从文中政府采取一系列保护措施以及“Thanks to these efforts, the number of Yangtze finless porpoises rose from 1,012 in 2017 to 1,249 in 2022. Other important animals, such as the Chinese sturgeon (中华鲟), are also coming back.”等内容可知，目前保护已经取得明显成效，相关政策都是长期安排，可推知未来河流保护工作会继续，B选项正确。 Passage 5 （2026·安徽亳州·二模）Desertification (沙漠化) is a big problem in some parts of China, but people have found many ways to fight it. Here are some methods to control deserts and turn them into green land. First, planting trees and grass is the most common way. Their roots (根) help hold the soil together and stop the sand from moving. For example, the “Green Great Wall” project in northern China has planted millions of trees to stop the spread of deserts. Grass is also planted to cover the sand and stop the wind. Second, using straw checkerboards (草方格) is a smart idea. People lay straw in square shapes on the sand. These squares break the wind and keep the sand from spreading. Over time, plants can grow inside these squares, making the land greener. Third, in dry areas, people use drip irrigation (滴灌) to water plants. Drip irrigation sends water directly to plant roots. It can save water. This helps plants grow even in very dry conditions. Finally, education plays an important role. The government has made rules to protect the environment, and schools teach students why it’s important to stop desertification. 1．What’s the main use of tree roots according to the second paragraph? A．To keep the soil from blowing away. B．To cover the sand and stop the wind. C．To make the soil rich for grass to grow. D．To bring more water to dry areas. 2．How do straw checkerboards help fight desertification? A．They make the land wetter and warmer. B．They make the desert look more beautiful. C．They provide food for animals in the desert. D．They stop the wind and keep the sand from moving. 3．How does education play a role in fighting desertification? A．Students learn how to plant trees in deserts. B．Schools teach students how to use straw checkerboards. C．Students learn the importance of stopping desertification. D．Schools ask students to plant trees and grass to stop the wind. 4．What is the best title for the text? A．Sandstorms in Northern China B．How China Fights Desertification C．The Importance of Planting Trees D．The Problems of Desertification in China 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．B 【知识点】环境保护、说明文 【导语】本文介绍了中国应对沙漠化问题的多种治理方法，包括植树种草、草方格、滴灌技术和环保教育等。 【解析】 1．文中第2段提到“Their roots help hold the soil together and stop the sand from moving.”，说明树根的主要作用是固定土壤，防止沙子被吹走。 2．文中第3段提到“These squares break the wind and keep the sand from spreading.”，说明草方格通过阻挡风来防止沙子扩散，以此帮助治理沙漠化。 3．文中第5段提到“schools teach students why it’s important to stop desertification.”，说明教育在防治沙漠化中的作用是让学生了解防治沙漠化的重要性。 4．文章开篇点明沙漠化问题，并介绍了中国治理沙漠化的多种方法，核心主题是“中国如何防治沙漠化”，对应选项B。 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）When you think of happiness, you almost don’t think of emotional tears (情绪化的眼泪). But have you ever heard of the term “happy tears”? A happy event may also cause people to tear. Happy crying is perfectly common. If you want to know why exactly it happens, read on. Firstly, you cry when you feel moved because you have bad feelings. If you find some ways to make these bad feelings out of your mind, you will feel relaxed. Secondly, crying may help you control your body. Emotional tears might include two things. They are proteins (蛋白质) and hormones (荷尔蒙). When you cry, your body produces a stress hormone. It may help your emotions. When you cry, maybe you can get others’ care. Scientists believe that crying is a way of making a social communication with other people. Thirdly, it could also be your way of showing the things you are not good at. You feel it difficult to deal with your emotions. Scientists also suggest that all types of crying come from feeling helpless to control the things going on around you. Lastly, crying helps you manage emotions. It can help you manage strong emotions. So next time you feel the tears coming on after receiving some good news, don’t hold back, let the tears flow. 1．What do you know about “tears” according to the passage? A．They have nothing to do with happiness. B．They are not common at all. C．They may be caused by a happy event. D．They happen because of being nervous. 2．What does the writer say about the stress hormone? A．It has no use for people’s feelings B．It only appears when people smile. C．It can take the place of social communication. D．It may help with people’s emotions. 3．What is the purpose of the text? A．To call on people to try crying more often. B．To share different kinds of happy tears. C．To point out the disadvantages of crying. D．To introduce the important roles of crying. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．D 【知识点】情绪、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了“喜极而泣”的现象，并从释放负面情绪、调节身体激素、表达无助感、管理强烈情绪等方面，阐述了哭泣对人的重要作用。 【详解】 1．根据文章第一段第三句“A happy event may also cause people to tear.”可知眼泪可能是由快乐的事件引起的（They may be caused by a happy event）。 2．根据文章第三段第四、五句“When you cry, your body produces a stress hormone. It may help your emotions.”（当你哭泣时，身体会产生一种压力荷尔蒙，它可能有助于你的情绪）可知压力荷尔蒙可能对情绪有帮助（They may be caused by a happy event）。 3．通读全文可知，文章第一段引入“开心的眼泪”话题，随后通过Firstly,Secondly,Thirdly,Lastly从释放负面情绪、调节身体机能、表达无助感及管理强烈情绪四个方面阐述了哭泣的作用。因此，文章的目的是介绍哭泣的重要角色（To introduce the important roles of crying）。 Passage 2 （2026·安徽芜湖·二模）When did you last spend time in nature? Maybe you were just lying on the ground, watching birds fly from tree to tree. The research shows that we get big health benefits from spending time in natural spaces. Nature not only improves people’s attention, but also improves their mental (心理的) health in other ways. People in cities are more likely to experience mood disorders (情绪障碍) than those living in the countryside. Sonja Sudimac, a German scientist, wanted to know why. Sudimac invited some young adults for this study. They had their brains scanned (扫描) in a machine. While in the machine, they answered questions about how much they thought about negative things. They also viewed photos of people who looked fearful. Later, they went out for a 60-minute walk. Half walked in a forest. The other half walked down a busy city street. Then they went back for more brain scans. The results showed the stress level of test-takers who were scanned after their hour-long walk in the city remained the same. But it dropped in people who had walked through the forest. Nature can provide amazing health benefits. To keep getting those benefits, we need to protect as much green space as we can—taking care of it, so it can take care of us. Sometimes we can’t make it outside. But being able to view green space from windows is still good for us. 1．How long did the young adults walk for the study? A．For half an hour. B．For an hour. C．For an hour and a half. D．For two hours. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 4 refer to? A．The city street. B．The forest. C．The stress level. D．The brain scan. 3．What is the main idea of Paragraph 3? A．How the scientist did the study. B．Why people like walking in the forest. C．When people should go to nature. D．What negative thinking is. 4．What is the best title for the passage? A．Ways to Protect Green Spaces B．A Study on City Streets C．Nature Is Good for Our Health D．How to Improve Attention 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 【知识点】健康与运动、说明文 【导语】本文介绍了科学家通过实验发现，在森林散步一小时能降低压力水平，而城市散步不能。 【详解】 1．第三段“Later, they went out for a 60-minute walk.”表明，参与研究的年轻人行走了60分钟，即一个小时。 2．划线词前一句“The results showed the stress level of test-takers ... remained the same.”表明，上文讨论的主体是“the stress level”，it指代上文提到的同一事物，即压力水平在森林行走的人群中下降了。 3．第三段详细描述了科学家邀请参与者、进行脑扫描、提问、看照片、分组行走（森林或城市）及再次扫描的具体步骤，主要介绍了这项研究是如何进行的，即实验过程。 4．文章首段提出自然空间对健康有益，中间段落通过具体研究证实自然能降低压力、改善心理健康，末段总结自然提供健康益处并呼吁保护绿色空间。全文核心主题是自然对健康有益。 Passage 3 （2026·安徽宿州·二模）Have you ever heard of an achievement cake? It’s a cake used to celebrate your own achievements and personal growth. Each achievement cake includes small sticks with notes listing your achievements. Lots of people have shared their achievement cakes online. The achievement cake trend (趋势) became popular at the end of 2025 as many social media users shared photos or videos of their achievement cakes to look back on the year 2025. In the videos, people came together around the cake to celebrate big life events like finishing college, buying a new car, getting a good job, or improving their relationships with others. Some videos were very touching. Creators shared their journeys, health problems, and other challenges they got over. People who watched these photos and videos were also happy for others’ success, and then they shared their own achievement cakes. Some of the most touching videos were from people near the end of their lives. They described what made them proud and what they were thankful for in their videos. The trend has also influenced the look of other types of cakes. Whatever the purpose of the cake is, the cake reminds people to be thankful and connect with others. 1．What does an achievement cake do? A．It can help share problems with others. B．It can improve relationships with others. C．It can connect with strangers on social media. D．It can help celebrate people’s success and growth. 2．What do the touching achievement cake videos include? A．New jobs. B．Photos of cars. C．Achievements in school. D．Stories about getting over difficulties. 3．Why do people near the end of their lives share achievement cakes? A．To ask for help. B．To offer help. C．To express their pleasure and thanks. D．To encourage others to make cakes. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．C 【知识点】发明与创造、说明文 【导语】本文介绍“成就蛋糕”这一流行趋势，它用于庆祝个人成就与成长，人们通过分享蛋糕视频回顾一年收获、分享克服困难的故事，传递感恩与联结他人的温暖。 【详解】 1．根据第一段第二句“It’s a cake used to celebrate your own achievements and personal growth.”可知，成就蛋糕的作用是庆祝人们的成功和成长。 2．根据第二段最后两句“Some videos were very touching. Creators shared their journeys, health problems, and other challenges they got over.”可知，感人的视频包含了克服困难的故事。 3．根据第三段最后一句“They described what made them proud and what they were thankful for in their videos.”可知，他们在视频中描述了让自己感到自豪并心怀感激的事情。 Passage 4 （2026·安徽淮北·二模）This year, for the first time, the Government Work Report mentions “spring and autumn holidays for primary and secondary school students”. It encourages schools to offer these breaks based on their needs. To help make the breaks successful, other methods may also be introduced. For example, parents may enjoy more paid leave so they can spend time with their children during these holidays. Places such as museums and science centers may also open to students for free, letting them take part in more social and educational activities. Some areas have already started piloting the policy (政策). In 2025, students in Zhejiang province began enjoying spring and autumn breaks. Later, several cities in Jiangsu, Anhui, Sichuan, Guangdong and Hubei also introduced the policy. Most areas schedule the spring break around Tomb Sweeping Day and the autumn break in November usually close to a weekend. “Spring and autumn holidays give students more time to rest during the term and more time to enjoy our beautiful country at its best,” Gao Jinfeng, headmaster of a school in Jiangsu province, told China Education Daily. 1．Which method may help make the breaks successful? A．More museums and science centers may be built. B．Schools should shorten winter and summer vacations. C．Students must travel to different areas during the breaks. D．Parents may get more paid leave to spend time with children. 2．What does the underlined word “piloting” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Breaking a law. B．Flying a plane. C．Testing a new policy. D．Stopping an old rule. 3．What is Gao Jinfeng’s attitude toward spring and autumn holidays? A．Serious. B．Supportive. C．Unclear. D．Uninterested. 4．Which of the following is the best title for this passage? A．A Big Change to Winter and Summer Vacations B．Free Museums and Science Centers Across China C．Tomb Sweeping Day: A Traditional Festival for Chinese D．Spring and Autumn Breaks: A New Policy for Students 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．D 【知识点】教育、政治/政策、新闻报道 【导语】本文介绍了中小学“春秋假期”这一新政策的背景、配套措施、试点情况及相关看法。 【解析】 1．文中提到“To help make the breaks successful, other methods may also be introduced. For example, parents may enjoy more paid leave so they can spend time with their children during these holidays.”，说明“家长获得更多带薪休假时间陪伴孩子”是助力假期实施的方法之一。 2．文中提到“Some areas have already started piloting the policy. In 2025, students in Zhejiang province began enjoying spring and autumn breaks.”，结合语境，“piloting”指在部分地区先推行政策进行测试，即“测试新政策”。 3．文中提到“Spring and autumn holidays give students more time to rest during the term and more time to enjoy our beautiful country at its best,” Gao Jinfeng, headmaster of a school in Jiangsu province, told China Education Daily.，说明高金峰校长认为春秋假期对学生有益，态度是支持的。 4．全文围绕中小学“春秋假期”这一新政策展开，介绍了政策背景、配套措施、试点情况及相关看法，因此最佳标题应概括这一核心内容。 Passage 5 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Richard Feynman was a great American scientist and Nobel Prize winner. He was also known as one of the best teachers and learners in history. Feynman believed the best way to truly understand something is to explain it in simple words. This method is called the “Feynman Technique (费曼学习法)”. He used it to learn many subjects, from science to art. It is also a powerful tool for learning English, helping you go beyond memorizing rules to truly understanding the language. To use this technique, first pick a topic you know well in Chinese but find hard to explain in English. For example, “how to play your favorite sport” or “how to cook a simple dish”. Then, imagine you are teaching a younger student. Write down an explanation using the simplest English words you know. Next, read your explanation carefully. You will find parts that are unclear. These are your “knowledge gaps (缺漏)”. Go back to your books or the Internet to learn more, and then improve your writing. Finally, look at your explanation again. Replace any difficult words with simpler ones. Keep simplifying until anyone can understand it. In this way, you can be fully aware of what you learned more effectively. 1．Which is a suitable topic for practicing the Feynman Technique? A．Explaining the history of the Nobel Prize. B．Describing the life of Richard Feynman. C．Showing how to water small plants. D．Studying the culture of different countries. 2．What should students do if they have unclear parts? A．Ask a teacher to explain the topic to you. B．Stop learning that topic and choose a new one. C．Use more difficult words to explain the topic. D．Study more and then improve your explanation. 3．What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 6 refer to? A．The topic that learners choose to explain. B．The simple explanation that learners write. C．The knowledge gap that learners find. D．The difficult word that learners replace. 4．What is the main purpose of the Feynman Technique? A．To help students memorize English words faster. B．To teach younger students how to learn science. C．To help learners truly understand what they study. D．To make writing explanations stronger for students. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．C 【知识点】方法/策略、学习策略、说明文 【导语】本文介绍了美国科学家、诺贝尔奖得主理查德·费曼提出的“费曼学习法”：通过用最简单的话向别人解释一个概念来真正理解它。 【详解】 1．第三段中提到“pick a topic you know well in Chinese but find hard to explain in English. For example, ‘how to play your favorite sport’ or ‘how to cook a simple dish’.”，这说明适合练习费曼学习法的话题是具体、简单、可操作的事情，选项C“Showing how to water small plants.” (展示如何给小型植物浇水) 符合这一要求。 2．第五段中提到“You will find parts that are unclear... Go back to your books or the Internet to learn more, and then improve your writing.”，这说明如果发现有不清晰的部分，应该学习更多资料然后改进自己的解释。 3．第六段中提到“Look at your explanation again. Replace any difficult words with simpler ones. Keep simplifying until anyone can understand it.”，这里的“it”指代前文提到的“explanation”，即不断简化直到任何人都能理解这个解释，所以选项B“The simple explanation that learners write.”正确。 4．第二段中提到“the best way to truly understand something is to explain it in simple words... helping you go beyond memorizing rules to truly understanding the language.”，这说明费曼学习法的主要目的是帮助学习者真正理解所学的知识。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Many people waited in line outside a new Mixue (蜜雪) store in New York. It was cold, but they still waited. This shows that Chinese tea drinks are becoming popular in the US. Mixue sells cheap drinks, like a $1.19 ice cream. This is very different from expensive local coffee. But low price is not the only reason for its success. Other Chinese tea shops like HeyTea (喜茶) also have long lines. Their drinks cost about $10. One reason is that young Americans are interested in foods from other countries. For example, HeyTea’s store in Times Square sells over 2,000 cups every day. That is much more than a usual coffee shop. These tea shops are growing fast. HeyTea had only a few stores in the US at the start of this year. Now it has over 30 shops. A worker at HeyTea said, “You might think most customers are Asians, but in fact, we have people from all over the world.” These shops want to be more international. They hire local people so that everyone can talk easily. For Chinese people living in the US, these drinks remind people of home. One customer said, “Seeing Mixue here makes me feel closer to home.” For others, it is about trying new tastes. A student said, “You can try different things like grass jelly. They are very nice.” These shops also help people from different cultures know one another. As one young customer said, “People get to see a different side of the world.” 1．According to Paragraph 2, why are Chinese tea drinks becoming popular in the US? A．Because their drinks are very cheap. B．Because they have many stores in the US. C．Because people can try different things. D．Because young Americans like foreign foods. 2．What does the word “hire” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．To talk with someone. B．To give a job to someone. C．To be friends with someone. D．To kick someone off. 3．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．Chinese tea drinks are only popular among Chinese people. B．These drinks remind people of home and help share cultures. C．American students do not like Chinese tea drinks. D．It is very hard to find Chinese tea shops in the US now. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 【知识点】文化差异、中华文化、说明文 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国茶饮品牌（如蜜雪冰城、喜茶）在美国的流行现象，分析了其成功的原因，包括价格优势、年轻人对异国美食的兴趣、国际化策略以及文化共鸣等。 【详解】 1．第二段明确指出：“One reason is that young Americans are interested in foods from other countries.”，说明中国茶饮在美国受欢迎的一个原因是美国年轻人喜欢来自其他国家的食物。 2．第三段中提到：“They hire local people so that everyone can talk easily.”，结合语境，为了让大家交流更方便，店铺需要雇佣当地人，因此“hire”意为“雇佣”，即“To give a job to someone”。 3．最后一段提到了两个方面：对于在美中国人来说，这些饮品让人想起家乡（“remind people of home”）；对于其他人来说，这是尝试新口味和了解不同文化的机会（“help people from different cultures know one another”）。因此，该段主旨是这些饮品既寄托了乡愁，又促进了文化交流。 Passage 2 （2026·安徽宣城·二模）The Tomb-sweeping Day happens in early April and is a special day in China. It’s a time when families remember their ancestors by visiting and cleaning their graves (坟墓). The traditional Chinese term for the Tomb-sweeping Day is Pure Brightness (Qingming). It signals (表示) when spring is in full swing and all of nature is waking up. During this time, the weather warms up and plants begin to grow. It’s the perfect time to go outside and think about ancestors. On this day, families clean up around graves, and put flowers, food, and paper money on them to show love and respect for those who came before them. This tradition is very old and shows how much families care about their history and life. Besides cleaning graves, people also enjoy going out into nature. Spring is a time when everything in nature starts to grow again. Families go on trips to see the beautiful outdoors, which is a way to celebrate life and look forward to the year to come. Pure Brightness is also a time for flying kites. In some places, especially in the north, families fly kites together. Some kites have little bells that ring in the air, which is fun to hear. People think that flying kites can help send away bad luck and bring good health and safety. The Tomb-sweeping Day is not only about remembering the past. It also helps people enjoy today and hope for the future. Through special activities on this day, everyone can feel close to their family and happy about the start of spring. 1．When does the Tomb-sweeping Day happen? A．In early March B．In early April C．In early May D．In early June 2．What do families do to show love and respect for their ancestors (祖先)? A．Clean graves and offer gifts to ancestors B．Have a big party C．Paint pictures D．Fly kites 3．What do some kites have that make a sound? A．Little bells B．Small drums C．Tiny whistles D．Paper money 4．Why do people fly kites during the Tomb-sweeping Day? A．Making new friends B．Winning a race C．Keeping bad luck away and staying healthy D．Remembering their ancestors 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．A 4．C 【知识点】说明文、礼仪与习俗、传统节日 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍四月初清明节，人们扫墓祭祖、踏青、放风筝，既缅怀先人，也享受春天、期盼未来。 【详解】 1．文章第一段第一句指出“The Tomb-sweeping Day happens in early April...”，清明节发生在四月初。 2．文章第三段第一句提到“On this day, families clean up around graves, and put flowers, food, and paper money on them to show love and respect...”，家人通过清理坟墓和献上鲜花、食物等礼物来表达对祖先的爱与尊敬。 3．文章第五段第三句指出“Some kites have little bells that ring in the air...”，有些风筝上有小铃铛，会在空中发出响声。 4．文章第五段最后一句指出“People think that flying kites can help send away bad luck and bring good health and safety.”，人们认为放风筝可以帮助驱走厄运，带来健康和安全。 Passage 3 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Have you ever noticed that time flies when you’re having fun, but it passes very slowly when you’re bored? This common experience has interested scientists for a long time. They have discovered that our brain doesn’t record time like a clock. Instead, our feeling of time changes based on what we are doing. When we are doing something new and exciting, our brain works harder. It takes in more information and creates more memories. Because so much is happening, our brain later thinks that a longer time has passed. On the other hand, when we do the same things every day, our brain gets lazy. It doesn’t need to record much new information. Days can feel short because nothing special happens. But here’s the interesting part: when you look back on a boring month, it might feel like it passed slowly because you were waiting for it to end. Age also plays a role in how we experience time. For a five-year-old, one year is 20% of their whole life. That feels like a very long time. For a fifty-year-old, one year is only 2% of their life. This is why summers felt so long when we were kids but seem so short now. So the next time you want your days to feel longer in memory, try doing something new. 1．Why did summers feel longer in childhood according to the text? A．One year takes up a larger part of a child’s life. B．Children have more homework during summer. C．Children spend more time playing outside. D．Summer vacations were much longer before. 2．How can we make a day feel longer when we look back? A．By doing the same tasks every day. B．By waiting for time to pass. C．By trying new and exciting activities. D．By focusing on how time passes. 3．What is the main idea of the text? A．Time always moves at the same speed. B．Our feeling of time can change. C．Older people have better memories. D．Boring days are actually longer. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 【知识点】科普知识、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了人们对时间的感知会因活动内容、年龄等因素发生变化的科学原理。 【详解】 1．原文第四段提到“For a five-year-old, one year is 20% of their whole life. That feels like a very long time. For a fifty-year-old, one year is only 2% of their life. This is why summers felt so long when we were kids but seem so short now.”，由此可知童年时夏天感觉更长，是因为一年在孩子的一生中占比更大。 2．原文第二段提到“When we are doing something new and exciting, our brain works harder... our brain later thinks that a longer time has passed.”，原文第五段提到“So the next time you want your days to feel longer in memory, try doing something new.”，由此可知尝试新的、令人兴奋的活动，能让我们回忆时觉得一天更长。 3．全文围绕“我们对时间的感知会因活动、年龄等因素而改变”展开说明，因此主旨是我们对时间的感觉是可以变化的。 Passage 4 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Siku Quanshu, also known as the Complete Library of the Four Branches of Literature, is one of the largest and most important collections of ancient Chinese books. It was compiled (编写) under Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of about 230 years. It has experienced many wars and troubles, but still survived, leaving many amazing stories. To protect this great collection, Emperor Qianlong made careful plans. He sent people to study Tianyi Pavilion (天一阁), one of China’s oldest and best-kept book houses. Then he had seven special repositories built across China—four in the north and three in the south. This wise arrangement helped keep the 36,000 books safe from fires, floods and other disasters. Recently, a new documentary (纪录片) called Across Time and Space: Complete Library of the Four Branches of Literature was shown at the Communication University of China. Many creators and researchers attended a meeting to talk about the film. The film’s chief planner Xu Lingguang hopes to show the importance of Siku Quanshu with modern filming skills. He wants to pass on its culture and spirit to more people. Rao Shuguang, a famous film critic, also expressed his deep feelings for the book, as he comes from the hometown of Ji Xiaolan, the chief compiler of Siku Quanshu. 1．What do we know about Siku Quanshu from the first paragraph? A．It’s an ancient Chinese book collection. B．It has a history of 230 years. C．It was written by Emperor Qianlong. D．It was completely destroyed in wars. 2．What does the underlined word “repositories” probably mean? A．Theaters built to see films. B．Bridges built across wide rivers. C．Roads built to carry books. D．Buildings built for keeping ancient books. 3．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．The introduction of the chief compiler Ji Xiaolan. B．The purpose and meaning of the new documentary. C．The history and value of Siku Quanshu. D．The modern filming skills used in the documentary. 4．What is the best title for the passage? A．Siku Quanshu and Its New Documentary B．How to Protect Ancient Chinese Books C．Emperor Qianlong and His Seven Buildings D．A Great Ancient Chinese Compiler 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．A 【知识点】中华文化、说明文 【导语】本文介绍了《四库全书》这一中国古代最大的文献丛书之一。文章讲述了其编纂背景、乾隆为保护这套书而仿照天一阁在全国修建七座藏书楼，以及近期新纪录片《时空穿越：四库全书》在中国传媒大学展映及相关主创人员的期望。 【详解】 1．第一段中提到“Siku Quanshu... is one of the largest and most important collections of ancient Chinese books.”，这说明《四库全书》是中国古代的一部大型文献丛书。 2．第二段中提到乾隆为了保护《四库全书》，“had seven special repositories built across China — four in the north and three in the south. This wise arrangement helped keep the 36,000 books safe from fires, floods and other disasters.”，这说明“repositories”是用来存放书籍的建筑，所以选项D“Buildings built for keeping ancient books.” (为保存古书而建的建筑) 正确。 3．最后一段提到新纪录片《时空穿越：四库全书》的主创人员希望用现代拍摄技术展示《四库全书》的重要性，将其文化和精神传递给更多人，所以本段主要讲的是这部新纪录片的目的和意义。 4．全文前半部分介绍《四库全书》的背景和乾隆的保护措施，后半部分介绍关于它的新纪录片及其意义，所以选项A“Siku Quanshu and Its New Documentary” (《四库全书》及其新纪录片) 最能概括全文。 Passage 5 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）When you think about vacations, what comes to mind? Visiting 10 countries on a busy one-week trip? Spending all day and night with family or friends? These are all popular but tiring ways to spend holidays. In general, sleeping is not seen as the most important thing for people on vacation. But recently, more and more travellers are choosing something distinct — sleep tourism. It is all about people’s wish to go to bed and have a good rest. People’s lives are full of busy work times and different needs. Late-night meetings, endless to-do lists and noisy city environments fill every day. So, getting a good night’s sleep is not always easy. The United Kingdom reports that over 70% of its people say they sleep poorly, and many of them say they feel tired and have no energy even after a whole night in bed. A recent report from Hilton Hotels showed that rest was the top reason people wanted to travel last year. The report also said that more travellers would plan their whole vacation around resting and getting their energy back. So hotels begin to improve sleep services. One Italian hotel uses traditional Chinese medicine to improve people’s sleep. A hotel in Thailand offers a special massage (按摩), followed by a relaxing bath to help people fall asleep easily. Guests at a California hotel can fall asleep to a “sound bath” provided by a live musician. These days, the best way for some to take a vacation is to sleep through it. 1．What does the underlined word “distinct” in Paragraph 1 mean? A．Tiring. B．Different. C．Popular. D．Simple. 2．What can we infer from Paragraph 2? A．Many people feel tired in daily life. B．People like having meetings at night. C．People in the UK sleep the latest. D．Sleep tourism started in the UK. 3．How is Paragraph 4 mainly developed? A．By giving some examples. B．By explaining reasons. C．By listing some numbers. D．By comparing hotels. 4．What’s the purpose of the text? A．To advise people to travel more. B．To explain reasons why people sleep late. C．To show how busy people’s lives are. D．To introduce a new way to spend a vacation. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．A 4．D 【知识点】旅行、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了“睡眠旅游”这一新兴度假方式，解释了其兴起的原因，并列举了酒店为提升睡眠服务所采取的措施。 【解析】 1．第一段提到传统的度假方式“popular but tiring”，而“sleep tourism”是“something distinct”，结合上下文对比，“distinct”此处意为“不同的”，对应选项Different。 2．第二段指出“People’s lives are full of busy work times and different needs. Late-night meetings, endless to-do lists and noisy city environments fill every day...have no energy even after a whole night in bed.”，表明人们的生活充满忙碌的工作和压力，且英国超过70%的人睡眠质量差，即使睡一整晚仍感到疲惫。由此可推断，许多人在日常生活中感到疲惫。 3．第四段分别列举了意大利、泰国、加利福尼亚的酒店为提升客人睡眠质量所提供的特色服务，如使用中医、按摩浴、音乐助眠等，是通过举例的方式展开段落的。 4．文章围绕“睡眠旅游”展开，介绍了这种新兴的度假方式及其背景和相关服务，目的是向读者介绍一种新的度假方式。“To introduce a new way to spend a vacation.” 符合文章主旨。 Passage 6 （2026·安徽黄山·二模）Nowadays, if we’re going to have a haircut or visit a new restaurant, we may check online before making a decision. But what happens if some of those reviews can’t be trusted? The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently said it was planning new steps to strictly deal with fake (虚假的) reviews used to mislead customers. The commission (委员会) published a plan that would not allow companies to write or sell fake reviews, buy positive reviews and more. Research shows most people heavily depend on online reviews, but humans are also bad at telling which reviews make sense and which are wrong. Nearly one in every three reviews is fake, according to one study. In 2022, the commission forced the online store Fashion Nova to pay $4.2 million because it stopped negative reviews from being posted on its website. For its part, Fashion Nova told The New York Times that the FTC said these were “not true” and said it agreed to avoid “wasting time and high law-related costs.” People have 60 days to comment on the suggested plan after it is published in the Federal Register, and then the FTC will decide if it will make changes and publish the final form. This will make it easier for people to trust the reviews they see online. They hope more rules like this can be made to protect buyers and sellers in the future. 1．What does the FTC plan to do? A．To deal with fake reviews. B．To help write more reviews. C．To make online products popular. D．To stop people from reading reviews. 2．Why was Fashion Nova forced to pay $4.2 million? A．For writing positive reviews for itself. B．For selling fake products to customers. C．For refusing to work with the FTC． D．For stopping negative reviews online. 3．What does “This” in paragraph 3 refer to (指的是)? A．The FTC． B．The final form. C．The research. D．The store. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 【知识点】科普知识、法律/法规、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了联邦贸易委员会（FTC）计划采取新措施严格处理用于误导消费者的虚假评论，并介绍了相关举措及过往案例，旨在让人们更易信任网上看到的评论，还希望未来制定更多类似规则保护买卖双方。 【详解】 1．第二段提到“The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently said it was planning new steps to strictly deal with fake (虚假的) reviews used to mislead customers.”，这直接说明FTC计划采取新措施严格处理用于误导消费者的虚假评论，也就是要处理虚假评论。 2．第三段提到“In 2022, the commission forced the online store Fashion Nova to pay $4.2 million because it stopped negative reviews from being posted on its website.”，这直接说明Fashion Nova被强制支付420万美元是因为它阻止负面评论发布在其网站上。 3．第三段提到“People have 60 days to comment on the suggested plan after it is published in the Federal Register, and then the FTC will decide if it will make changes and publish the final form. This will make it easier for people to trust the reviews they see online.”，前文说FTC在计划公布后让人们评论，之后决定是否修改并公布最终形式，接着说这会让人们更易信任网上评论，所以“This”指代的是最终形式公布这件事。 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 （2026·安徽亳州·二模）Do you wish your pet could talk? Well, some animals online are doing just that. With the help of their owners’ training and some special buttons (按钮), pets are learning to “talk” in their own ways. A popular pet is Merlin, an 8-month-old mini pig. His owner, Mina Alali, put videos of him using buttons to communicate online. Each button has a different word, like “walk” or “food”. Merlin presses them to let Mina know what he wants. Some pet dogs, cats, monkeys and even horses have all been doing the same. Bunny the Talking Dog is another star online with over 8 million fans. She can use over 50 buttons to make sentences and ask questions, though it sometimes takes her owner a while to understand what she means. However, for a pet, it’s still amazing! So, how do you teach a pet to “talk”? First, get some buttons that you can record your voice on. Then, use words your pet hears often, like “snack”, “walk”, or “play”. Say the words clearly many times before you press the buttons. For example, “Want a SNACK? Let’s get a SNACK!” Next, put the buttons in a quiet, easy-to-reach place. At last, teach your pet to press it with a paw (爪) or nose. Making them happy by giving them a real snack when they try! 1．How does the writer start the text? A．By telling a story. B．By sharing a secret. C．By asking a question. D．By sharing an experience. 2．Why does the writer talk about Merlin and Bunny? A．To give examples of pets that can “talk”. B．To encourage people to be kind to animals. C．To show one animal is better than the other. D．To teach how to keep pets smart and healthy. 3．What does Paragraph 5 mainly talk about? A．Steps to teach a pet to “talk”. B．Importance of living with a pet. C．Tools for training pets to “talk”. D．Reasons for communicating with pets. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．A 【知识点】说明文、宠物 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了宠物在主人训练下通过按钮“说话”的有趣现象，并以Merlin和Bunny为例进行说明，最后给出了教宠物“说话”的具体步骤。 【解析】 1．根据第一段“Do you wish your pet could talk?”，这是一个一般疑问句，直接向读者提问。因此作者以“提问”的方式开篇。 2．根据第二段介绍了Merlin如何通过按钮沟通。第三段介绍了Bunny可以用50多个按钮造句和提问。这两个都是会“说话”的宠物的具体例子，用于证明第一段提到的“pets are learning to ‘talk’”。 3．根据第五段以“how do you teach a pet to ‘talk’?”开篇，接着用“First...Next...At last...”等顺序词介绍了具体的教学步骤：准备按钮、记录单词、放置按钮、教宠物按压按钮。因此本段主要讲述教宠物“说话”的步骤。 Passage 2 （2026·安徽合肥·二模）Chimpanzees (黑猩猩) sometimes use leaves or insects as medicine like we humans. Do you know they can also give “first aid” to each other? Scientists studying in Uganda found this. Chimpanzees are closely related to humans, so scientists study them a lot. For example, when they are sick or hurt, they find ways to care for themselves. In 2021, Dr Elodie Freymann went to Uganda to study chimpanzees in the forest. She wanted to learn how they deal with their wounds. Her team looked over 30 years of research records and spent eight months studying two groups of chimpanzees. They found 34 examples of chimpanzees taking care of their own wounds, often by licking (舔) them or chewing (嚼) plant leaves and putting on them. Licking can clean cuts and stop them getting worse. Some plant leaves can do this, too. Even more interesting were the seven examples of chimpanzees helping others. In one example, a young chimp sucked (吮吸) on another one’s leg to help clean the wound. A big question is whether these actions are natural or taught. In one example, a young chimp watched her mother chew a leaf and put it on a cut. Freymann thinks some actions are natural, but others are taught. She plans to keep studying to find out more. 1．How did Freymann’s team do the research? A．They studied records and watched Chimpanzees. B．They tried to interview the Chimpanzees in a way. C．They asked local people and recorded all the information. D．They did some experiments about Chimpanzees in the lab. 2．What does the underlined word “them” in paragraph 4 refer to (指的是)? A．The wounds. B．The plant leaves. C．The scientists. D．The chimpanzee babies. 3．What does the example in the last paragraph show? A．Mother chimpanzees are the best doctors. B．Young chimpanzees are smarter than adults. C．Chimpanzees may learn skills from each other. D．Chimpanzees can remember things for a long time. 4．What is the best title (标题) for the text? A．Wildlife wonders: Self-saving in nature. B．Forest researchers: Scientists in Uganda. C．Chimpanzee doctors: First aid in the forest. D．Animal learners: Chimpanzees get new skills. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 4．C 【知识点】常见动物、科普知识、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了科学家在乌干达研究发现黑猩猩不仅会用植物或昆虫自我疗伤，还会为同伴提供“急救”(如舔舐伤口、用植物叶片处理伤口，甚至幼猩猩为同类清理伤口)，并探讨这些行为是天生还是习得。 【解析】 1．第三段明确提到“Her team looked over 30 years of research records and spent eight months studying two groups of chimpanzees.”，这说明Freymann的团队通过研究记录和观察黑猩猩来进行研究。 2．第四段提到“They found 34 examples of chimpanzees taking care of their own wounds, often by licking (舔) them or chewing (嚼) plant leaves and putting on them.”，这说明下划线单词“them”指代的是前文提到的“their own wounds”。 3．最后一段“In one example, a young chimp watched her mother chew a leaf and put it on a cut. Freymann thinks some actions are natural, but others are taught. She plans to keep studying to find out more.”提到，Freymann认为有些行为是天生的，有些是后天的，举例幼猩猩看母亲咀嚼叶片后自己也这样做，说明可能存在学习行为。 4．文章主要讲述了科学家在乌干达研究发现黑猩猩不仅会用植物或昆虫自我疗伤，还会为同伴提供“急救”，并探讨这些行为是天生还是习得。可推测，C项“黑猩猩医生:森林中的急救。”最适合做文章的标题。 Passage 3 （2026·安徽六安·二模）What are insects like in your eyes? Have you ever noticed them? Insects are very interesting animals. They may be small, but they are smart and hard-working. Scientists have studied different kinds of insects very closely. According to their studies, even the smallest insects have tools to help do their work. Have you ever seen a little fly called a sawfly? It gets such a name because it has a saw (锯子) that is used on plants to create a safe space for its eggs. After laying its eggs, the sawfly makes some glue. The glue fixes the eggs to where they are laid. Another insect that has its own natural tool is the poppy bee. The bees live in wood. Like people who make things out of wood, poppy bees use special tools to dig nests (巢穴) out of wood. They dig and clean out the nest to make it ready for use. When all is ready, poppy bees cut out pieces of leaves in the shape of a nest. They then join the pieces together and put them into the nest. Ants are also known for their clever use of natural tools. For example,they drop pieces of leaves into water so that they take in the water. Then the ants carry them back to their nests. There are more insects than any other living things in the world. Every insect is special. The more you notice them, the more they will surprise you. 1．How does the writer start the text? A．By asking questions. B．By listing numbers. C．By making comparisons. D．By giving examples. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 4 refer to? A．The poppy bee. B．The nest. C．The wood. D．The tool. 3．From the text, what can we learn about the three insects? A．The sawfly can make glue to fix their nests. B．Poppy bees cut out leaves before digging nests. C．Ants can use pieces of leaves to take in water. D．Sawflies carry water back to their nests with leaves. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Insects and Tools B．Animals and Eggs C．Plants and Leaves D．Insects and Humans 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．A 【知识点】常见动物、说明文 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了昆虫的智慧，重点讲述了不同昆虫如何使用天然工具完成产卵、筑巢、取水等任务。 【解析】 1．根据文章开头“What are insects like in your eyes? Have you ever noticed them?” 可知，作者通过提出两个问题来引入话题。 2．根据文章第4段“poppy bees use special tools to dig nests out of wood. They dig and clean out the nest to make it ready for use.”可知，此处的“it” 指代前文提到的“the nest（巢穴）”，表示把巢穴清理干净，准备投入使用。 3．根据文章第5段“they drop pieces of leaves into water so that they take in the water”可知，蚂蚁用树叶来吸水，表述正确。 4．全文围绕昆虫如何使用天然工具展开，分别介绍了叶蜂用锯子产卵、罂粟蜂用工具挖巢、蚂蚁用树叶取水等例子。因此“Insects and Tools（昆虫与工具）”最能概括文章主题。 Passage 4 （2026·安徽滁州·二模）Coffee trees grow in a special area called the “Coffee Bean Belt”. This area lies between the Tropic of Cancer (北回归线) and the Tropic of Capricorn (南回归线). Yunnan, China, is right in this golden area. Cities like Pu’er and Baoshan have perfect growing conditions. That’s why over 98% of China’s coffee beans come from Yunnan. Why does Yunnan coffee taste so special? The formula is in the mountains. The coffee trees grow at a high altitude, usually 1,000 to 2,000 meters high. In the mountains, days are sunny, but nights are cool. The big temperature difference makes coffee cherries (咖啡果) grow slowly. The slower they grow, the more sugar they store inside. High altitude also reduces chlorogenic acid (绿原酸) which makes coffee taste bitter (苦的). With less of this acid, Yunnan coffee tastes sweet, fruity and as fresh as tea. Farmers pick red coffee cherries by hand. After peeling and drying, the beans give out a warm and pleasant smell. “Sichuan dishes are everywhere in the world and loved by many foreigners now. ▲ ” a Yunnan coffee lover once said. 1．Where may coffee trees grow well according to the text? A．In Sydney. B．In Moscow. C．In London. D．In Bangkok. 2．What does the underlined word “formula” probably mean? A．Result. B．Secret. C．Cost. D．Number. 3．Which can be best put in “ ▲ ”? A．I believe Yunnan coffee will be just as welcome. B．I want to try as many Yunnan dishes as possible in person. C．I think Yunnan should pay attention to coffee products. D．I hope Yunnan can be as famous as Sichuan in the future. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 【知识点】科普知识、说明文、饮料、植物 【导语】本文主要讲述云南咖啡的种植条件、独特风味的成因，以及作者对其未来像川菜一样受欢迎的期待。 【详解】 1．第一段“Coffee trees grow in a special area called the “Coffee Bean Belt”. This area lies between the Tropic of Cancer (北回归线) and the Tropic of Capricorn (南回归线).”，咖啡树在“北回归线和南回归线之间的咖啡豆带”的长势会比较好，结合选项和图示，只有D项“曼谷”位于这个地带。 2．第二段“Why does Yunnan coffee taste so special? The formula is in the mountains.”，前一句询问“为什么云南咖啡风味如此独特”，后文介绍了山地地形、温度差等高海拔条件对咖啡风味的影响，这些是成就特殊口味的奥秘，因此formula意为“原因、秘诀”，所以formula在这里意为“原因或秘诀”。 3．这句话是云南咖啡爱好者的感慨，前一句提到“四川菜遍布世界，受到许多外国人喜爱”，结合本文主题“云南咖啡”，空处应表达“云南咖啡也会像川菜一样受欢迎”的期待。 Passage 5 （2026·安徽黄山·二模）“Whatever we throw into the sea will come back to us,” says Gaurav, a fisherman in India. For him and many others, fishing is not just work. It is part of their daily lives. However, the sea was in danger. For years, waste oil from engines (发动机) went directly into the sea. The oil was harmful. It floated (漂浮) on the water and formed a film. It polluted the water and harmed fish and other sea animals. Finally, the sea animals became the food that people ate. Two researchers, Shruti and Pooja, noticed the problem. They talked with fishermen and found that people threw waste oil into the sea because there was no safe way to deal with it. Therefore, they started a sea protection plan in 2023. They set up a clean recycling system (回收系统). Fishermen could sell their waste oil at a good price instead of throwing it away. Local young people collected the oil and sent it to recycling factories. The oil could be reused, and it no longer went into the sea. Soon, fishermen joined in the plan. In six months, they collected over 2,800 litres (升) of waste oil. Fishermen got much money, and the sea became cleaner. Children also helped spread the message to their family. As Gaurav says, “The sea feeds us. If we protect it, it will protect us.” 1．Which sentence uses“film” with the same meaning as the underlined word? A．Let’s stay in and watch a film. B．The accident was recorded on film. C．Linda put a new film in her old camera. D．Everything was covered in a film of snow. 2．What did Shruti and Pooja want to do by setting up the clean recycling system? A．Make fishermen become rich. B．Build more recycling factories. C．Give young people full-time jobs. D．Stop waste oil from going into the sea. 3．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．The plan was really successful. B．The work took a long time. C．Fishermen got more work than before. D．The oil was reused in fishing boats. 4．What is the structure (结构) of the text?(①= Paragraph 1,……) A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．A 4．B 【知识点】说明文、环境保护 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，讲述了印度海洋遭遇废油污染，两名研究者发现问题后建立废油回收系统解决污染，最终取得良好成效的故事。 【解析】 1．第二段“The oil was harmful. It floated (漂浮) on the water and formed a film”，文中含义为薄层、薄膜，指废油漂浮在水面形成一层油膜。D选项句意为“所有东西都覆盖着一层雪”，此处film同样表示“薄层、薄膜”，和原文词义相同。 2．第三段“They talked with fishermen and found that people threw waste oil into the sea because there was no safe way to deal with it. Therefore, they started a sea protection plan in 2023.”，结合第四段最后一句“The oil could be reused, and it no longer went into the sea.”，两人建立回收系统的目的是阻止废油流入大海。 3．最后一段“In six months, they collected over 2,800 litres of waste oil. Fishermen got much money, and the sea became cleaner. Children also helped spread the message to their family.”，这个项目实现了双赢，计划非常成功。 4．梳理文章五个段落的逻辑：①第一段引出话题，提出海洋污染问题，对应Problem；②第二段介绍废油污染海洋的情况、说明问题产生的原因，对应Reasons；③第三段说明启动保护计划，④第四段介绍建立回收系统的具体措施，两段都属于具体行动，对应Action (③④)；⑤第五段介绍项目实施后的成果与影响，对应Influence。这个逻辑和第二个结构图完全吻合。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $