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考前押题08 阅读回答问题新题型15篇 话题1 每个人是不同的 话题2 守则与制度 话题3 跨文化沟通 话题4 天气与我们的生活 话题5 绿色与环保 话题6 历史人物 话题1 每个人是不同的 Passage 1 【答案】1．Yes, it can. 2．People often wonder what might happen if things don’t go as planned, focusing on potential negative outcomes. 3．Angela McMillan. If you need to speak in front of the class, then you can take three deep breaths and remind yourself that you’re prepared. 4．Stepping outside for a few minutes. 5．Focusing on what could go right because it helps reduce fear and anxiety. 6．Because if people think positively, they may feel more confident and be more likely to take action instead of avoiding things out of fear. 7．I remember a time when I didn’t join a group activity because I was worried about making mistakes. I could have prepared an “IF/THEN” plan and focused on what could go well. This might have helped me feel more confident and encouraged me to participate. (开放性作答，结合实际，言之有理即可。) Passage 2 【答案】1．65 years old. 2．No, he didn’t. 3．It was tough. 4．Preparation, changing methods and not giving up. 5．The best lessons for building a better tomorrow. 6． I find Li Ming’s story most helpful. As a student, changing study methods helps me improve my grades when facing difficulties. 话题2 守则与制度 Passage 1 【答案】1．One. 2．He thinks his mother is too strict (with him). 3．Because she wants to help him and hopes he can look after himself. 4．It is just/It means another way to show parents love to us. 5．I mustn’t play computer games too much. It’s good for my study. Passage 2 【答案】1．The main purpose of the lecture was to educate students about street safety. 2．No, it isn’t. 3．Car drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. 4．After the passerger checks both ways. 5．They can’t make sudden moves without warning others when riding bicycles on the street. 6．I will suggest he use his left hand to show his turn and wait until it’s safe to go. 7．Because real-life examples are more vivid and easy for students to understand. Also, these examples may happen in students’ daily lives so they can change their behaviours after the lecture. (Any reasonable answer is OK) 话题3 跨文化沟通 Passage 1 【答案】1．It is a traditional festival in India./In India. 2．They light candles and lamps to welcome good luck./They light candles and lamps. 3．It lasts for three days./It is from April 13th to 15th. 4．Because they believe water can wash away bad luck and bring good luck for the new year. 5．①Both of them are traditional festivals and mark the new year. ②Families gather together. 6．On New Year’s Eve, Chinese families enjoy dumplings, fish and rice cakes, paste red couplets, watch the Spring Festival Gala, set off fireworks and stay up late chatting for good fortune. Passage 2 【答案】1．26 years old. 2．They made video calls with them. 3．A whole day. 4．In (her home in) Shanghai. 5．They ate a ready-made meal and watched the Spring Festival Gala together. 6．Yes. Because it saves time and reduces stress while still maintaining family connections. 话题4 天气与我们的生活 Passage 1 【答案】1．It can cause discomfort and make people less active. 2．Cold weather can lead to delays. 3．People might avoid outdoor activities such as picnics, sports or gardening during rainy days. 4．During heavy snowstorms or hurricanes. 5．People wear lighter fabrics in hot climates and thicker clothes in cold climates. 6．To ensure safety and comfort, and to avoid potential disruptions. (Any reasonable answer is OK) Passage 2 【答案】1．On November 22. 2．By wearing hats and scarves./They wear hats and scarves. 3．The key is to drink more hot soup. 4．In some areas of South China. 5．I like to eat hot and spicy food to keep warm during Minor Snow./It’s not wise to eat much spicy food during Minor Snow. Passage 3 【答案】1．The Chinese dog days of summer. 2．Three. 3．To stay at home./To hide from the strong heat (outdoors in summer)./To stay at home to hide from the strong heat./Staying at home./Hiding from the strong heat (outdoors in summer). 4．Because it can fight some winter illnesses like coughing./To fight some winter illnesses like coughing. 5．Stay at home./Eat roosters./Use Sanfutie. 话题5 绿色与环保 Passage 1 【答案】1．About 1,000 kilograms. 2．It makes recycling easier / It helps the environment. 3．Yes. Because a banana peel can ruin a whole truckload of paper recycling. 4．Points (which can be exchanged for discounts). 5．A bin for wet waste (food scraps) and a bin for dry waste (paper, plastic). 6．Yes. Because it helps protect the environment and saves resources. Also, it makes community recycling programmes more effective. (Any two reasonable reasons) Passage 2 【答案】1．Because it contains valuable metals like gold, silver, iron and copper that can be reused, helping us save natural resources. 2．Electronics can release harmful chemicals into the soil and air. 3．Yes, we should. 4．It offers a discount when they trade in their used devices for new ones. 5．I would choose to donate old electronics to charity because it helps others and reduces waste. 6．I consider being environmentally friendly more because protecting the environment is important for future generations. Passage 3 【答案】1．Keeping the forest growing. 2．On a fancy guitar. 3．By hiding the seeds from hungry rats and other animals. 4．Hunters. 5．Because the ebony tree cannot spread its seeds by itself, and it grows very slowly, taking over 100 years to become an adult. 6．We can use less paper and recycle waste paper in our daily life, so fewer trees need to be cut down. We can also refuse to buy products made from rare wood to reduce the demand for logging. 话题6 历史人物 Passage 1 【答案】1．Because Qin’s army surrounded Handan and he wanted to ask Chu for help. 2．For three years. 3．No, he didn’t. 4．He felt scared and nervous. 5．If Qin keeps growing stronger, Chu will also be in great danger one day. 6．We should be confident enough to show ourselves and seize chances when necessary. Passage 2 【答案】1．In Stratford-upon-Avon, a small town in England. 2．He had three children. Their names were Susanna, Hamnet and Judith. 3．Around 1587. 4．He wrote comedies, tragedies and histories. 5．He became successful. 6．Because his plays are translated into every major language, his words are still used in everyday English, and his characters and stories touch people’s hearts. (Any two correct answers) 7．He was a genius because he created many famous plays and words that we still use today. (Any reasonable answer) Passage 3 【答案】1．They wanted to rise again. 2．Chu sent an army (to help Zhao). 3．No, he wasn’t. 4．Because Song kept the army waiting for about a month while enjoying nice food and interesting performances himself. 5．He asked his soldiers to break all the pots and sink all the boats, leaving no way of turning back. 6．I think Xiang Yu’s order was very brave but also very risky. (Any reasonable answers are acceptable.) 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 考前押题08 阅读回答问题新题型15篇 话题1 每个人是不同的 话题2 守则与制度 话题3 跨文化沟通 话题4 天气与我们的生活 话题5 绿色与环保 话题6 历史人物 话题1 每个人是不同的 Passage 1 根据短文内容回答问题。 It’s normal to wonder, “What if something goes wrong?” It’s important to recognize this thought and manage it so that you don’t become overwhelmed (不知所措地) by worry. Thinking about the future is a common part of life. Everyone sometimes imagines what might happen if things don’t go according to the plan: “What if I make a mistake?” or “What if others laugh at me?” These “what-if” worries usually focus on negative (消极的) outcomes. Spending too much time thinking about “what if” can make you hesitant (犹豫) to take action, and it can also make it hard to focus on what you’re doing or listening to others. There are various ways you can help yourself. Expert Angela McMillan suggests creating an “IF/THEN” plan. “For example,” she says, “IF you need to speak in front of the class, THEN you can take three deep breaths and remind yourself that you are prepared. Or, IF a social event is too noisy and you feel lost, THEN you can step outside for a few minutes.” You can also identify your worries and then challenge them. Try to focus on what could go right. For example, instead of thinking “What if I miss the ball when I try to kick it?” ask yourself, “What if I score a goal?” McMillan points out that most worries never actually happen. “Remember that they are just thoughts and the bravest thing we can do is not let worry take control,” she says. Try to focus on what you’re currently doing, whether it’s the book you’re reading, the TV show you’re watching, or the conversation you’re having. Getting angry with yourself will only make you feel worse, so be kind to yourself. Think about how you would talk to a friend who is feeling anxious—and then speak to yourself in that same way. 1．Spending too much time on “what-if” worries can make it difficult to focus, can’t it? 2．What is a common reaction when people think about the future according to the passage? 3．Who suggests creating an “IF/THEN” plan to manage worries, and can you give one example of such a plan from the passage? 4．What does the passage recommend you do if you find yourself in a noisy social event and don’t know what to do? 5．How can you shift your focus when you start feeling worried according to the passage? 6．Why does Angela McMillan suggest thinking about what could go right instead of focusing on what could go wrong? 7．Think about a time when worry stopped you from doing something. Based on the advice in the passage, how can you do better if you meet the same situation again? 【答案】1．Yes, it can. 2．People often wonder what might happen if things don’t go as planned, focusing on potential negative outcomes. 3．Angela McMillan. If you need to speak in front of the class, then you can take three deep breaths and remind yourself that you’re prepared. 4．Stepping outside for a few minutes. 5．Focusing on what could go right because it helps reduce fear and anxiety. 6．Because if people think positively, they may feel more confident and be more likely to take action instead of avoiding things out of fear. 7．I remember a time when I didn’t join a group activity because I was worried about making mistakes. I could have prepared an “IF/THEN” plan and focused on what could go well. This might have helped me feel more confident and encouraged me to participate. (开放性作答，结合实际，言之有理即可。) 【导语】本文主要介绍了人们对未来常有的“如果……会怎样”的担忧情绪，以及应对这种担忧的方法，包括制定“IF/THEN”计划、关注积极面、专注当下和善待自己等方法。 1．根据第一段“Spending too much time thinking about ‘what if’ ... or listening to others.”可知，花太多时间在“what-if”担忧上会使集中注意力变得困难，反义疑问句前肯后否，事实肯定则回答Yes, it can。故填Yes, it can。 2．根据第一段“Everyone sometimes imagines what might happen ... focus on negative outcomes.”可知，人们思考未来时的常见反应是想如果事情不按计划进行会发生什么，且关注潜在负面结果，故填People often wonder what might happen if things don’t go as planned, focusing on potential negative outcomes。 3．根据第二段“Expert Angela McMillan suggests creating an ‘IF/THEN’ plan. ... remind yourself that you are prepared.’ ”可知，是Angela McMillan建议创建“IF/THEN”计划，例子是如果要在全班面前发言，就做三次深呼吸并提醒自己已做好准备，故填Angela McMillan. If you need to speak in front of the class, then you can take three deep breaths and remind yourself that you’re prepared。 4．根据第二段“IF a social event is too noisy and you feel lost, THEN you can step outside for a few minutes.”可知，当处于嘈杂社交活动且不知所措时，文章建议到外面待几分钟，故填Stepping outside for a few minutes。 5．根据第二段“You can also identify your worries ... what could go right.”以及第三段“Remember that they are just thoughts ... take control”可知，当开始担忧时，转移注意力的方法是关注可能顺利的事，因为这有助于减少恐惧和焦虑，故填Focusing on what could go right because it helps reduce fear and anxiety。 6．根据第二段“Try to focus on what could go right.”及第三段内容可知，Angela McMillan建议思考积极方面，因为人们积极思考时可能更自信，更可能采取行动而非因恐惧回避事情，故填Because if people think positively, they may feel more confident and be more likely to take action instead of avoiding things out of fear。 7．开放性作答，结合实际，言之有理即可。参考答案为：I remember a time when I didn’t join a group activity because I was worried about making mistakes. I could have prepared an “IF/THEN” plan and focused on what could go well. This might have helped me feel more confident and encouraged me to participate. Passage 2 Why is looking back at our experiences so important for moving forward? It seems that no matter who you are or what you do, the past can be your greatest teacher. We asked people from different walks of life to share their thoughts. Mr. Chen, a 65-year-old retired teacher, learned about preparation. “As a young teacher, I once prepared a lesson in a hurry and taught it poorly. That embarrassing experience taught me a lasting lesson: good preparation is important for success. Since then, I’ve always prepared carefully, not just in teaching, but in everything I do.” Li Ming, a 22-year-old university student, learned about changing methods. “Failing an important exam was hard for me. Instead of giving up, I learned to change my study ways. I started making plans and asking for help. This change not only improved my grades but also taught me how to face difficulties in a good way.” Ms. Wang, a 40-year-old cook, learned about not giving up. “My first year as a cook was tough. Many dishes didn’t turn out well. But each failed try taught me something new. I kept improving my skills little by little. Now I understand that those early problems were needed for me to become good at my job.” Their stories show us that whether it’s about preparing well, changing ways when needed, or keeping trying, our past experiences give us the best lessons for building a better tomorrow. 1．How old is Mr. Chen? 2．Li Ming didn’t give up after failing an important exam, did he? 3．What was Ms. Wang’s first year as a cook like? 4．What are the three different things learned by these three people? 5．According to the passage, what can our past experiences give us? 6．Whose story do you find most helpful for your own life? Please explain why in at least 2 sentences. 【答案】1．65 years old. 2．No, he didn’t. 3．It was tough. 4．Preparation, changing methods and not giving up. 5．The best lessons for building a better tomorrow. 6． I find Li Ming’s story most helpful. As a student, changing study methods helps me improve my grades when facing difficulties. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了三位不同职业的人分享他们从过去经历中学到的教训，表明过去的经验能帮助构建更好的未来。 1．第二段直接给出了信息：“Mr. Chen, a 65-year-old retired teacher…”，因此答案是原文直接信息。 2．第三段提到：“Instead of giving up, I learned to change my study ways.”，说明Li Ming考试失败后并没有放弃，因此答案是否定的，原文直接给出了事实依据。 3．第四段明确写道：“My first year as a cook was tough.”，这是原文直接给出的描述，直接提取即可。 4．这道题是对三个人的经历的概括总结：Mr. Chen学到了preparation（准备），Li Ming学到了changing methods（改变方法），Ms. Wang学到了not giving up（不放弃）。答案将这三点整合为“Preparation, changing methods and not giving up”。 5．最后一段直接给出了结论：“our past experiences give us the best lessons for building a better tomorrow.”，答案是原文的直接引述。 6．本题是开放性试题，答案不唯一，但观点需基于文中事实。可以选择三位人物中任意一位的故事，结合自己的生活实际，说明这个故事带来的启发，理由合理、语句通顺即可。示例答案以Li Ming为例，结合了学生的身份，说明改变学习方法对自己的帮助，既呼应了原文内容，也体现了个人感悟。 话题2 守则与制度 Passage 1 阅读短文，回答问题。 Harry is a boy from the USA．He is the only child of his parents, but his mother is strict with him. His mother always asks him to do many things. He has to help his mother do housework such as cleaning the room, doing the dishes and making the bed. But his friend Mike doesn’t need to do housework. Harry feels terrible and wants to talk about the rules with his mother. One day, Harry plays basketball for an hour after school, and he went home late. Harry’s mother worried about him and scolded (责备) him after he arrives home. Harry said, “Rules! Rules! Rules! Why do you make so many rules for me?” “Don’t you know I make the rules to help you? I hope you can look after yourself when I am busy,” his mother said. After he hears his mother’s words, Harry says sorry to his mother. And he learned to do housework, so he can do many things by himself now. Sometimes, our parents make rules for us. It doesn’t mean they don’t love us. It is just another way to show their love to us. 1．How many children are there in Harry’s family? 2．What does Harry think of his mother at first? 3．Why does Harry’s mother make so many rules for him? 4．What does it mean when our parents make rules for us according to the text? 5．List one of the rules different from the passage (文章) in your family. What do you think about it? 【答案】1．One. 2．He thinks his mother is too strict (with him). 3．Because she wants to help him and hopes he can look after himself. 4．It is just/It means another way to show parents love to us. 5．I mustn’t play computer games too much. It’s good for my study. 【导语】本文通过讲述Harry与母亲关于家庭规则的对话和经历，强调了父母制定规则并非不爱孩子，而是出于关爱和帮助孩子学会独立生活的目的。 1．根据“He is the only child of his parents,”可知，Harry家只有他一个孩子。故填One. 2．根据“but his mother is strict with him.”可知，Harry认为妈妈对他太严格了。故选He thinks his mother is too strict (with him). 3．根据“‘Don’t you know I make the rules to help you? I hope you can look after yourself when I am busy,’ his mother said.”可知，因为他妈妈想帮助他，希望他能照顾好自己。故填Because she wants to help him and hopes he can look after himself. 4．根据“Sometimes, our parents make rules for us. It doesn’t mean they don’t love us. It is just another way to show their love to us.”可知，父母为我们制定规则是向我们表达父母爱的另一种方式。故填It is just/It means another way to show parents love to us. 5．此题为开放性试题，言之有理即可。故填I mustn’t play computer games too much. It’s good for my study. Passage 2 Answer the questions（根据短文内容回答问题） At Kate’s school, they celebrated “Road Safety Week” recently. Every student attended an educational lecture about street safety given by a police officer. Here’s a summary of the key points the officer shared. Many car accidents can be avoided. They occur when passengers aren’t cautious. A big reason for these accidents is driving too fast. If a car is speeding, it might not be able to stop in time when something unexpected happens. It is important to be careful whether you’re crossing the street or walking on the sidewalk. Remember, not just car drivers are responsible for accidents. Pedestrians (行人) and cyclists also share the duty. You should never step into the street without checking both ways. Do you like biking? When you’re on your bike, it’s important not to make sudden moves without warning others. For example, when you plan to turn left, always check for any car or motorcycle. Use your left hand to show your turn and wait until it’s safe to go. The rules we follow on the roads are actually quite easy. If we pay attention and follow them,we can prevent accidents from happening. 1．What was the main purpose of the lecture at Kate’s school? 2．Driving too fast isn’t the only reason for car accidents, is it? 3．According to the passage, who is responsible for preventing accidents on the road? 4．When can a passenger step into the street? 5．According to the lecture, what can’t people do when they are riding a bicycle on the street? 6．If John turns left riding his bicycle when he sees the traffic light turn green, what will be your suggestion for him? 7．Why did the police officer use real-life examples such as car accidents and riding bicycles to show the importance of road safety? Give at least two reasons. 【答案】1．The main purpose of the lecture was to educate students about street safety. 2．No, it isn’t. 3．Car drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. 4．After the passerger checks both ways. 5．They can’t make sudden moves without warning others when riding bicycles on the street. 6．I will suggest he use his left hand to show his turn and wait until it’s safe to go. 7．Because real-life examples are more vivid and easy for students to understand. Also, these examples may happen in students’ daily lives so they can change their behaviours after the lecture. (Any reasonable answer is OK) 【导语】本文讲述了凯特学校最近举办的“道路安全周”活动，警察为学生们进行了一场关于街道安全的教育讲座，并总结了讲座中的关键要点。主要内容包括如何避免交通事故、行人和骑车者的责任、以及如何安全骑车等。 1．根据“At Kate’s school, they celebrated ‘Road Safety Week’ recently. Every student attended an educational lecture about street safety given by a police officer.”可知讲座的主要目的是教育学生关于街道安全的知识。故填The main purpose of the lecture was to educate students about street safety. 2．根据“A big reason for these accidents is driving too fast.”和“Remember, not just car drivers are responsible for accidents. Pedestrians (行人) and cyclists also share the duty.”可知超速驾驶并不是导致车祸的唯一原因。故填No, it isn’t. 3．根据“Remember, not just car drivers are responsible for accidents. Pedestrians (行人) and cyclists also share the duty.”可知汽车司机、行人和骑自行车的人都有责任防止事故发生。故填Car drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. 4．根据“You should never step into the street without checking both ways.”可知只有在确认两边安全的情况下，行人才能进入街道。故填After the passerger checks both ways. 5．根据“When you’re on your bike, it’s important not to make sudden moves without warning others.”可知骑自行车时不能突然移动而不警告他人。故填They can’t make sudden moves without warning others when riding bicycles on the street. 6．根据“Use your left hand to show your turn and wait until it’s safe to go.”可知建议John在转弯时用左手示意，并等待确认安全后再转弯。故填I will suggest he use his left hand to show his turn and wait until it’s safe to go. 7．开放性作答，言之有理即可。参考答案为Because real-life examples are more vivid and easy for students to understand. Also, these examples may happen in students’ daily lives so they can change their behaviours after the lecture. 话题3 跨文化沟通 Passage 1 Diwali is a famous traditional festival in India. People also call it the Festival of Lights. It usually comes in October or November every year. The festival means “light beats darkness, good beats evil”. Before Diwali, people clean their houses. On the festival day, they light candles and lamps to welcome good luck. They also use colorful lights and flowers to decorate their homes. Families gather together to have a big dinner. They give gifts to each other and wish for a happy new year. Diwali is a festival full of joy and hope. Songkran Festival is a traditional festival in Thailand (泰国). It is from April 13th to 15th every year. It is the most important festival in Thailand, marking the start of the Thai new year. At the festival, people celebrate by splashing (泼洒) water on each other. They believe that water can wash away bad luck from the past year and bring good luck for the new year. Besides splashing water, people also clean their houses and wear new clothes. Families gather to have a big meal and visit relatives. They give each other small gifts and wish for health and happiness. Everyone laughs and plays happily during the festival. The Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival in China. It usually falls in January or February, marking the start of the lunar new year. Before the festival, people usually clean their houses and put up couplets (春联). On New Year’s Eve, families enjoy some must-eat food and take part in traditional activities. During the festival, people visit relatives and friends, greeting each other with “Happy Chinese New Year”. It is a time for joy, love and family togetherness.Task 1: Answer the questions. 1．Is Diwali a traditional festival in India or Thailand? 2．How do people welcome good luck on Diwali? 3．How long does Songkran Festival last? 4．Why do people splash water on each other at Songkran Festival? 5．What do Songkran Festival and the Spring Festival have in common? 请罗列两处共同点 Task 2: 6．Give examples to explain the sentence “On New Year’s Eve, families enjoy some must-eat food and take part in traditional activities.” in 30 words. 请举例解释划线句子，大约30个词 【答案】1．It is a traditional festival in India./In India. 2．They light candles and lamps to welcome good luck./They light candles and lamps. 3．It lasts for three days./It is from April 13th to 15th. 4．Because they believe water can wash away bad luck and bring good luck for the new year. 5．①Both of them are traditional festivals and mark the new year. ②Families gather together. 6．On New Year’s Eve, Chinese families enjoy dumplings, fish and rice cakes, paste red couplets, watch the Spring Festival Gala, set off fireworks and stay up late chatting for good fortune. 【原文】本文分别介绍了印度排灯节、泰国宋干节和中国春节这三个传统节日的时间、习俗、意义与共同点。 1．根据原文第一句“Diwali is a famous traditional festival in India.”可知是印度的传统节日。 1．根据第一段“On the festival day, they light candles and lamps to welcome good luck.”，可知人们会点蜡烛和灯。 1．根据第二段“It is from April 13th to 15th every year.”可知宋干节持续三天。 1．根据第二段“They believe that water can wash away bad luck from the past year and bring good luck for the new year.”，可知洒水的原因是水能带走霉运。 1．根据“It is the most important festival in Thailand, marking the start of the Thai new year.”和“The Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival in China. It usually falls in January or February, marking the start of the lunar new year.”可知宋干节和春节都是新年传统节日；根据“Families gather to have a big meal and visit relatives.”和“It is a time for joy, love and family togetherness.”可知，两个节日都有家人团聚。 1．答案不唯一。句意为“在除夕，家人们会准备一些必吃的美食并进行一些传统活动。”，可结合自身经历，具体说明除夕必吃美食（如饺子、汤圆等）和进行的传统活动（如放鞭炮）。 Passage 2 Answer the questions.(根据短文内容回答下列问题) Huang Xueyan is a 26-year-old woman. In the past, she and her parents were always busy visiting relatives during the Spring Festival. This year, however, she wanted to make a change. Instead of going to her relatives’ homes, she and her parents made video calls with them. To her surprise, most of her relatives liked this change. They found it easy and relaxing. Another change Huang made was making their Lunar New Year’s Eve meal simpler. In the past, her relatives would get together and prepare dozens of dishes. They often needed to spend a whole day in the kitchen. This year, at Huang’s suggestion, they only spent about two hours cooking eight dishes. “We ate all the food that evening and had no leftovers.” said Huang. Huang is not alone. Many other young people have changed the way they celebrate the festival. Wang Qiling is one of them. She has always disliked the long hours of answering questions from relatives during the festival. This time, she didn’t go back to her hometown in Jiangsu Province. Instead, she invited her parents to her home in Shanghai. On Lunar New Year’s Eve, they ate a ready-made meal and watched the Spring Festival Gala together. “The festival finally became a real break for me.” she said happily. 1．How old is Huang Xueyan? 2．What did Huang Xueyan do with her relatives this year? 3．How long did it take Xueyan and her relatives to prepare for the New Year’s Eve meal in the past? 4．Where did Wang Qiling celebrate the Spring Festival this year? 5．What did Wang Qiling and her parents do on New Year’s Eve? 6．Do you like the new ways of celebrating the old festivals? Why or why not? 【答案】1．26 years old. 2．They made video calls with them. 3．A whole day. 4．In (her home in) Shanghai. 5．They ate a ready-made meal and watched the Spring Festival Gala together. 6．Yes. Because it saves time and reduces stress while still maintaining family connections. 【导语】本文主要讲述了黄雪燕和王琪玲两位年轻人在春节期间改变传统庆祝方式的故事，体现了现代人对节日习俗的新尝试。 1．根据“Huang Xueyan is a 26-year-old woman.”可知，她26岁。故填26 years old. 2．根据“Instead of going to her relatives’ homes, she and her parents made video calls with them.”可知，她和父母通过视频通话拜年。故填They made video calls with them. 3．根据“In the past, her relatives would get together and prepare dozens of dishes. They often needed to spend a whole day in the kitchen”可知，过去需要花一整天准备年夜饭。故填A whole day. 4．根据“Instead, she invited her parents to her home in Shanghai.”可知，她邀请父母到上海家中过年。故填In (her home in) Shanghai. 5．根据“On Lunar New Year’s Eve, they ate a ready-made meal and watched the Spring Festival Gala together.”可知，他们吃了预制菜并一起看春晚。故填They ate a ready-made meal and watched the Spring Festival Gala together. 6．开放性试题，言之有理即可，参考答案：Yes. Because it saves time and reduces stress while still maintaining family connections. 话题4 天气与我们的生活 Passage 1 Climate conditions have a significant impact on people’s daily lives. Firstly, in hot weather, individuals often feel uncomfortable and may experience heat exhaustion. As a result, many choose to stay in cool places and avoid vigorous physical activities, leading to a decrease in overall activity levels. Additionally, hot weather can influence eating habits, with people preferring light food. On the other hand, cold weather can cause transportation issues. Snow and ice can affect roads and public transport, leading to delays. During such times, many people choose to stay indoors. What’s more, cold climates prompt individuals to wear heavier clothing, which can affect daily dressing choices. Rainy days often lead people to avoid outdoor activities such as picnics, sports and gardening. Instead, individuals tend to engage in indoor activities to avoid getting wet. In extreme weather conditions, like hurricanes or heavy snowstorms, schools often cancel classes, particularly for children and the elderly, where safety becomes a primary concern. Different climate conditions not only influence people’s lifestyles but also affect their clothing choices and activity planning. People prefer to choose lighter fabrics in hot days and thicker clothes in cold winter. Therefore, considering these climate conditions is important when planning outdoor events. 1．What are some common effects of hot weather on daily lives? 2．How can cold weather affect transportation? 3．Which activities might people avoid during rainy days? 4．When does extreme weather typically lead to school cancellations? 5．How do different climates influence people’s clothing choices? 6．Why is it important to consider climate conditions when planning outdoor events? Give at least two reasons. 【答案】1．It can cause discomfort and make people less active. 2．Cold weather can lead to delays. 3．People might avoid outdoor activities such as picnics, sports or gardening during rainy days. 4．During heavy snowstorms or hurricanes. 5．People wear lighter fabrics in hot climates and thicker clothes in cold climates. 6．To ensure safety and comfort, and to avoid potential disruptions. (Any reasonable answer is OK) 【导语】本文主要讨论了不同气候条件对人们日常生活的影响，包括活动安排、饮食习惯、交通出行、服装选择等方面。 1．根据“in hot weather, individuals often feel uncomfortable and may experience heat exhaustion. As a result, many choose to stay in cool places and avoid vigorous physical activities, leading to a decrease in overall activity levels.”可知，炎热天气会导致人们感到不适并减少活动，故填It can cause discomfort and make people less active. 2．根据“cold weather can cause transportation issues. Snow and ice can affect roads and public transport, leading to delays.”可知，寒冷天气会导致交通延误，故填Cold weather can lead to delays. 3．根据“Rainy days often lead people to avoid outdoor activities such as picnics, sports and gardening.”可知，雨天人们会避免户外活动如野餐、运动或园艺，故填People might avoid outdoor activities such as picnics, sports or gardening during rainy days. 4．根据“In extreme weather conditions, like hurricanes or heavy snowstorms, schools often cancel classes”可知，在暴风雪或飓风等极端天气下，学校通常会停课，故填During heavy snowstorms or hurricanes. 5．根据“People prefer to choose lighter fabrics in hot days and thicker clothes in cold winter.”可知，人们在炎热天气选择轻薄衣物，在寒冷天气选择厚重衣物，故填People wear lighter fabrics in hot climates and thicker clothes in cold climates. 6．根据“considering these climate conditions is important when planning outdoor events”可知，考虑气候条件是为了确保安全和舒适，并避免潜在的中断，故填To ensure safety and comfort, and to avoid potential disruptions. (Any reasonable answer is OK) Passage 2 The traditional Chinese solar calendar (日历) divides the year into twenty-four solar terms (节气). Minor Snow (小雪), the 20th solar term of the year, begins on November 22 this year. Here are a few things you should know about Minor Snow. Wearing hats and scarves In China, starting in Minor Snow, the wind blows (吹；刮) from the northeast a lot. Many people do not wear hats or scarves yet. In fact, according to an old Chinese saying, “the head is the place where all passages of the body gather”. It’s necessary (必要的) to wear hats and scarves to keep one’s head warm. Drinking soup During Minor Snow, the air in the houses is dry and most people may find their nose and mouth feel a bit dry. This will cause (导致) “inner heat” in one’s body. The key is to drink more hot soup. Eating rice cake In some areas of South China, people eat rice cakes around Minor Snow. In ancient times (在古代), rice cakes were a traditional festival offering (祭品) to the bull god (牛神). Making pickled (腌制) vegetables and pork After Minor Snow, because of low temperature (温度) and dry air. It is the best time to start making preserved pork (腊肉), which by the Chinese Spring Festival would be ready to enjoy. The people in Yancheng, Jiangsu province, have welcomed Minor Snow with making pickled vegetables. In addition (此外), we like to eat hot and spicy (辣的) food to keep warm. However, it’s not wise to eat much spicy food because that will increase inner heat. This year’s Minor Snow is coming. Wish you to be surrounded by (被……包围) a life full of warmth. 1．When does Minor Snow begin this year? 2．How do people keep head warm in Minor Snow? 3．What is the key to avoid (避免) causing “inner heat”? 4．Where do people eat rice cakes around Minor Snow? 5．What do you think of eating spicy food during Minor Snow? (请自拟一句话作答) 【答案】1．On November 22. 2．By wearing hats and scarves./They wear hats and scarves. 3．The key is to drink more hot soup. 4．In some areas of South China. 5．I like to eat hot and spicy food to keep warm during Minor Snow./It’s not wise to eat much spicy food during Minor Snow. 【导语】本文主要介绍了小雪节气的一些习俗。 1．根据“Minor Snow (小雪), the 20th solar term of the year, begins on November 22 this year.”可知，从11月22日开始。故填On November 22. 2．根据“It’s necessary (必要的) to wear hats and scarves to keep ones head warm.”可知，通过戴帽子和围巾保持头部暖和。故填By wearing hats and scarves./They wear hats and scarves. 3．根据“The key is to drink more hot soup.”可知，关键是要多喝热汤。故填The key is to drink more hot soup. 4．根据“In some areas of South China, people eat rice cakes around Minor Snow.”可知，中国南方一些地区的人们在小雪时节吃年糕。故填In some areas of South China. 5．开放性题目，言之有理即可。参考答案为I like to eat hot and spicy food to keep warm during Minor Snow./It’s not wise to eat much spicy food during Minor Snow. Passage 3 认真阅读下列短文，根据短文内容回答问题（每题回答字数不超过10个词）。 You must have heard of Sanfu days. Well, Sanfu days, also known as the Chinese dog days of summer, mark the hottest days of summer. Sanfu days has three periods: Toufu, Zhongfu and Mofu. In Chinese, “fu” has the meaning of “hiding”. So the word is also a suggestion (建议) for people to stay at home to “hide” from the strong heat outdoors in summer. Sanfu days usually come between mid-July and mid-August. During this time, people follow different customs to deal with the heat and stay healthy. Now let’s have a look at some traditional Chinese ways of spending the dog days of summer. In Changsha, local people usually eat roosters (公鸡) during Sanfu days, especially during Toufu. That’s because it is always hot with heavy rainfall in summer. Local people believe that eating roosters can clear the wet in the body. And there is even an old saying that goes, “A rooster at the start of Sanfu days, a healthy body the whole year.” Besides, the practice of receiving Sanfutie, a kind of Sanfu medicinal patch (药用贴片), is also common in China during Sanfu days. Sanfutie is a bandage made of traditional Chinese herbal medicine (中草药). Many people use Sanfutie because it can fight some winter illnesses like coughing during the hottest summer days. 1．What is Sanfu also known as? 2．How many periods does Sanfu days have? 3．What’s the suggestion of the word “Fu” for people? 4．Why do people use Sanfutie during Sanfu days? 5．What will you do with the heat and stay healthy in Sanfu days? (言之有理即可) 【答案】1．The Chinese dog days of summer. 2．Three. 3．To stay at home./To hide from the strong heat (outdoors in summer)./To stay at home to hide from the strong heat./Staying at home./Hiding from the strong heat (outdoors in summer). 4．Because it can fight some winter illnesses like coughing./To fight some winter illnesses like coughing. 5．Stay at home./Eat roosters./Use Sanfutie. 【导语】本文主要介绍了三伏天的含义以及不同地方的人在三伏天的不同习俗。 1．根据第一段中的“Well, Sanfu days, also known as the Chinese dog days of summer, mark the hottest days of summer.”可知，Sanfu days也被称为the Chinese dog days of summer。故填The Chinese dog days of summer. 2．根据第二段中的“Sanfu days has three periods: Toufu, Zhongfu and Mofu.”可知，三伏天有三个阶段。故填Three. 3．根据第二段中的“In Chinese, ‘fu’ has the meaning of ‘hiding’. So the word is also a suggestion (建议) for people to stay at home to ‘hide’ from the strong heat outdoors in summer.”可知，在汉语中，“伏”有“躲藏”的意思，因此，它也建议人们在夏天待在家里“躲避”户外的酷热。故填To stay at home./To hide from the strong heat (outdoors in summer)./To stay at home to hide from the strong heat./Staying at home./Hiding from the strong heat (outdoors in summer). 4．根据最后一段中的“Many people use Sanfutie because it can fight some winter illnesses like coughing during the hottest summer days.”可知，人们贴三伏贴为了预防冬天像咳嗽这样的疾病。故填Because it can fight some winter illnesses like coughing./To fight some winter illnesses like coughing. 5．开放性试题，言之有理即可，参考答案：Stay at home./Eat roosters./Use Sanfutie. 话题5 绿色与环保 Passage 1 Answer the questions. Have you ever wondered what happens to your old toothbrushes, shampoo bottles and food wrappers? Most people throw them into the bin without thinking. But did you know that a family of four creates about 1,000 kilograms of household waste every year? That is as heavy as a small car! The good news is that up to 60% of household waste can be recycled or composted. For example, vegetable peels and eggshells can become compost for plants. Paper and cardboard can be made into new notebooks. Plastic bottles can be turned into jackets or even furniture. However, if we mix all our waste together, recycling becomes very difficult. A banana peel can ruin a whole truckload of paper recycling. That is why sorting waste at home is so important. Many communities now have four different bins: blue for paper, green for glass, yellow for plastic and metal, and brown for kitchen waste. Some cities even use smart bins that weigh your waste and give you points. You can exchange the points for discounts at local shops. So, what can you do? Start by putting two small bins in your kitchen — one for wet waste (food scraps) and one for dry waste (paper, plastic). When a bin is full, take it to the correct community bin. Remember: when you sort right, you help the planet fight! 1．How much household waste does a family of four create per year? 2．What is one benefit of sorting waste correctly? 3．Can a banana peel affect paper recycling? Why or why not? 4．What can you get by using smart bins in some cities? 5．What two bins can you start with in your kitchen? 6．Do you think it is necessary for every family to sort waste? Why or why not? (Give at least two reasons) 【答案】1．About 1,000 kilograms. 2．It makes recycling easier / It helps the environment. 3．Yes. Because a banana peel can ruin a whole truckload of paper recycling. 4．Points (which can be exchanged for discounts). 5．A bin for wet waste (food scraps) and a bin for dry waste (paper, plastic). 6．Yes. Because it helps protect the environment and saves resources. Also, it makes community recycling programmes more effective. (Any two reasonable reasons) 【导语】本文主要讲述了家庭垃圾的处理现状、垃圾分类的重要性以及具体做法，倡导人们通过正确分类垃圾来保护环境。 1．第一段明确提到“a family of four creates about 1,000 kilograms of household waste every year”，直接说明了四口之家每年产生的生活垃圾量。 2．第三段指出“if we mix all our waste together, recycling becomes very difficult... That is why sorting waste at home is so important”，同时全文都在强调垃圾分类对回收利用和环境保护的作用。 3．第三段直接说明“A banana peel can ruin a whole truckload of paper recycling”，而香蕉皮属于湿垃圾，会污染纸张类可回收物。 4．第四段提到“Some cities even use smart bins that weigh your waste and give you points. You can exchange the points for discounts at local shops”，说明了智能垃圾桶的作用。 5．最后一段给出了具体建议“Start by putting two small bins in your kitchen — one for wet waste (food scraps) and one for dry waste (paper, plastic)”，因此第5题可直接提取。 6．开放性试题，答案合理即可。文章整体围绕垃圾分类的意义展开，提到垃圾分类能提高回收效率、减少污染、节约资源，也能让社区回收项目更好运行，因此结合文中内容和合理的环保理念。 Passage 2 Answer the questions（根据短文内容回答问题） Have you ever wondered what happens to your old computers, MP3 players and cellphones when they stop working or you want to upgrade to a new one? Many people simply throw them away. But did you know that people all over the world created a huge amount of electronic waste, called e-waste? They made 41.8 million tons of it, but only recycled 6.5 million tons. That left 7.1 million tons of waste, and China was the second-largest producer with 6 million tons. It’s important to be aware of e-waste because it can be both valuable and harmful. It’s like a hidden treasure trove called an “urban mine” because it contains metals like gold, silver, iron and copper that are worth a lot of money — over 322 billion yuan worldwide! These materials can be reused and help us save resources. However, if we just throw away our electronics, they can release harmful chemicals into the soil and air. This can harm the environment and make people sick. So, what can we do to reduce e-waste? One way is to buy electronic devices that last longer. When you have old electronics you no longer need, like toys or old cellphones, you can give them to charity or find someone who can use them. Additionally, some companies offer recycling programs where you can get discounts when you trade in your old devices for new ones. For example, Apple in China gives customers a discount if they bring in their used devices when buying new ones. The company fixes up the old devices and sells them at lower prices, which is great for both the environment and your wallet! 1．Why is it important to recycle e-waste? 2．What is a bad effect of not recycling e-waste? 3．We should buy cellphones that can be used for a long time, shouldn’t we? 4．What does Apple in China offer customers as an incentive to recycle their old devices? 5．What type of e-waste recycling method would you personally choose, and why? 6．Which do you consider more when shopping: being environmentally friendly or the price? Why? 【答案】1．Because it contains valuable metals like gold, silver, iron and copper that can be reused, helping us save natural resources. 2．Electronics can release harmful chemicals into the soil and air. 3．Yes, we should. 4．It offers a discount when they trade in their used devices for new ones. 5．I would choose to donate old electronics to charity because it helps others and reduces waste. 6．I consider being environmentally friendly more because protecting the environment is important for future generations. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了电子垃圾的危害以及如何减少电子垃圾。 1．根据文章第3段“It’s like a hidden treasure trove called an ‘urban mine’ because it contains metals like gold, silver, iron and copper that are worth a lot of money”可知，回收电子垃圾很重要，因为它含有可以重复使用的贵金属，有助于节约自然资源。故填Because it contains valuable metals like gold, silver, iron and copper that can be reused, helping us save natural resources. 2．根据文章第4段“if we just throw away our electronics, they can release harmful chemicals into the soil and air”可知，不回收电子垃圾的坏处是电子产品会释放有害化学物质到土壤和空气中。故填Electronics can release harmful chemicals into the soil and air. 3．根据文章第5段“One way is to buy electronic devices that last longer”可知，我们应该购买使用寿命较长的手机。故填Yes, we should。 4．根据文章第6段“Apple in China gives customers a discount if they bring in their used devices when buying new ones”可知，苹果公司为顾客提供以旧换新的折扣。故填It offers a discount when they trade in their used devices for new ones. 5．此题为开放性题目，答案因人而异。故填I would choose to donate old electronics to charity because it helps others and reduces waste. 6．此题为开放性题目，答案因人而异。故填I consider being environmentally friendly more because protecting the environment is important for future generations. Passage 3 Can a pile of poop (一坨大便) save a forest? It sounds funny, but for the African forest elephant, their poop can be a real life-saver! These elephants live deep in the rainforest. They are smaller than their cousins—African savanna elephants (非洲草原象), but they have a big mission: keeping the forest growing. Their favourite snack is the fruit from the ebony tree (乌木树). You might have seen ebony wood on a fancy guitar. This wood is very hard and helps guitars make a clear sound. But the ebony tree has a problem. It cannot spread its seeds by itself. That’s where the elephant comes to help. After an elephant eats the fruit, it walks far, far away and…plop (扑通一声)! It poops out the seeds in a new place. This pile of poop is like a smelly shield (盾，屏障). It hides the seeds from hungry rats and other animals. Inside the poop, the seeds are safe and ready to grow. Sadly, these “gardeners” are in trouble because of hunters. Without elephants, there are no poop shields. This means fewer ebony trees can grow. Ebony trees grow very slowly. It takes over 100 years for one to become an adult. If forest elephants disappeared, the ebony trees might disappear, too. As scientists say, what we do to the elephants today will change the forest 100 years from now. Let’s protect our big heroes! 1．What’s the important mission of the African forest elephant? 2．Where can you find ebony wood? 3．How does the poop protect the seeds? 4．According to the article, who puts elephants in danger? 5．Why is it hard for the ebony tree to grow? Find two possible reasons in the article. 6．Protecting the elephants is a good way to protect the forest. Can you give two other ways to protect the forest? Write at least 30 words. 【答案】1．Keeping the forest growing. 2．On a fancy guitar. 3．By hiding the seeds from hungry rats and other animals. 4．Hunters. 5．Because the ebony tree cannot spread its seeds by itself, and it grows very slowly, taking over 100 years to become an adult. 6．We can use less paper and recycle waste paper in our daily life, so fewer trees need to be cut down. We can also refuse to buy products made from rare wood to reduce the demand for logging. 【导语】本文讲述了非洲森林象的排泄物在乌木树种子传播中的关键作用，揭示了大象是森林的“园丁”，而偷猎大象会破坏这一生态链条，威胁森林的未来。 1．第二段指出重要使命：“but they have a big mission: keeping the forest growing”，可直接提取原文信息作答。 2．第二段倒数第二句指出位置：“You might have seen ebony wood on a fancy guitar”，直接提取位置信息。 3．第四段介绍保护方式：“This pile of poop is like a smelly shield. It hides the seeds from hungry rats and other animals”，可直接提取句子作答。 4．第五段第一句指出威胁来源：“Sadly, these ‘gardeners’ are in trouble because of hunters”，直接提取“hunters”作答。 5．第三段提到“But the ebony tree has a problem. It cannot spread its seeds by itself”，说明乌木树自身不能传播种子；第五段第四句提到“Ebony trees grow very slowly. It takes over 100 years for one to become an adult”，表明乌木树生长非常缓慢。这两个原因导致乌木树难以生长，答案是对这两处信息的提取。 6．本题是开放性试题，需提出两种文中未提及的护林方式，如植树造林、减少砍伐、节约用纸、拒绝一次性木制品等，注意字数不少于30词，语句通顺合理即可。 话题6 历史人物 Passage 1 Mao Sui Takes on the Hard Job When Qin’s army surrounded (包围) Handan, the King of Zhao sent Prince Pingyuan to ask Chu for help. He was also allowed to take twenty advisors (谋士) with him. But Pingyuan could only choose nineteen. “Who could be the last?” he thought. “That’s fine. Nineteen is no different from twenty.” A man named Mao Sui came to Pingyuan. “My lord, I’ve heard you’re short of one advisor. I can go with you.” “Sir, how long have you been with me?” the prince asked. “For three years.” “A talented person gets noticed quickly. You’ve been here for three years, and I don’t even know you. That means you don’t do well in anything. I’m afraid you’ll have to stay.” “That’s because I’ve been waiting for my time, like today.” Mao Sui said. Pingyuan only half believed him but agreed to let him join. When they arrived in Chu, Pingyuan went to see its king at once. They talked all morning but nothing was decided. The nineteen advisors all gave up. Suddenly, Mao Sui stepped forward from the back of the room, one hand on his sword (剑). “Assassin (刺客), assassin!” the king of Chu shouted and reached for his own sword. “My lord, he’s one of us,” Pingyuan said calmly. “The room is too dark. I didn’t think anyone was sitting there,” the king said. He picked up his cup to hide his sudden movement towards his sword. “My lord, you don’t care about our offer because Chu is a big state,” Mao Sui said. “But how can such a great state forget its history? Qin has beaten you many times and burned your cities. ” The King of Chu agreed, “You’re right.” After that, Chu sent out soldiers with Zhao. After Prince Pingyuan returned home, he treated Mao Sui as an honored guest. 1．Why did Prince Pingyuan go to Chu? 2．How long has Mao Sui been with Pingyuan? 3．Pingyuan agreed to let Mao Sui join because he believed Mao Sui completely, didn’t he? 4．How did the King of Chu feel when he saw Mao Sui at first? 5．What may be filled in the blank? 6．What can you learn from Mao Sui? 【答案】1．Because Qin’s army surrounded Handan and he wanted to ask Chu for help. 2．For three years. 3．No, he didn’t. 4．He felt scared and nervous. 5．If Qin keeps growing stronger, Chu will also be in great danger one day. 6．We should be confident enough to show ourselves and seize chances when necessary. 【导语】本文讲述秦军围困邯郸时毛遂自荐随行，凭借胆识与言辞说服楚王出兵救赵的典故故事。 1．第一段交代事由：“When Qin’s army surrounded Handan, the King of Zhao sent Prince Pingyuan to ask Chu for help”，交代秦国军队包围了邯郸，赵王派平原君前往楚国求助，由此可推出平原君去往楚国的原因。 2．第四、五段对话呈现：“how long have you been with me?” “For three years”，直接给出毛遂跟随平原君的时间信息，可直接提取作答。 3．第八段说明心理：“Pingyuan only half believed him but agreed to let him join”，说明平原君只是半信半疑，并不是完全相信毛遂，反意疑问句应做否定回答。 4．第十段刻画神态：“‘Assassin, assassin!’ the king of Chu shouted and reached for his own sword，从楚王大喊并伸手拔剑的举动，能推断出他初见毛遂时十分惊慌、紧张。 5．前文评述秦国多次打败楚国、焚毁城池，空白处需承接语境劝说楚王联赵抗秦，语句逻辑通顺、贴合游说主题即可，本题为开放性试题。 6．综合全文人物事迹：毛遂敢于自我推荐、把握时机、勇敢直言说服他人，本题为开放性试题，结合人物品质提炼道理，表述合理即可。 Passage 2 Answer the questions according to the passage. William Shakespeare: The greatest writer in English William Shakespeare is often called the greatest writer in the English language. He was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, a small town in England. His father was a glove maker, and his mother came from a rich family. Shakespeare went to a local school where he learned Latin and Greek. When Shakespeare was 18, he married Anne Hathaway. They had three children: a daughter named Susanna and twins named Hamnet and Judith. Hamnet died when he was only 11 years old. Around 1587, Shakespeare left his family and went to London. He wanted to work in the theatre. In London, he first worked as an actor. Later, he began writing plays. His plays became very popular. He wrote many different kinds of plays: comedies, tragedies and histories. Some of his most famous plays include Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He also wrote over 150 poems. Shakespeare became rich and successful. He bought a large house called New Place in his hometown. In 1613, he stopped writing and returned to Stratford. He died on April 23rd, 1616, at the age of 52. Today, people all over the world still read and watch Shakespeare’s plays. They have been translated into every major language. His words and phrases are still used in everyday English. For example, he created the words “bedroom”, “lonely” and “gossip”. Shakespeare’s characters and stories continue to touch people’s hearts, even after 400 years. 1．Where was William Shakespeare born? 2．How many children did Shakespeare have? What were their names? 3．When did Shakespeare go to London? 4．What kinds of plays did Shakespeare write? 5．Did Shakespeare become poor or successful in his life? 6．Why do people still read Shakespeare’s plays today? Give two reasons. 7．What do you think of Shakespeare? Please give your reason. 【答案】1．In Stratford-upon-Avon, a small town in England. 2．He had three children. Their names were Susanna, Hamnet and Judith. 3．Around 1587. 4．He wrote comedies, tragedies and histories. 5．He became successful. 6．Because his plays are translated into every major language, his words are still used in everyday English, and his characters and stories touch people’s hearts. (Any two correct answers) 7．He was a genius because he created many famous plays and words that we still use today. (Any reasonable answer) 【导语】本文介绍了英国文学巨匠威廉・莎士比亚的生平经历、创作成就及其作品对后世的深远影响。 1．第一段指出“He was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, a small town in England.”，直接提取地点信息作答即可。 2．第二段表明“They had three children: a daughter named Susanna and twins named Hamnet and Judith.”，可直接提取孩子数量与姓名信息作答。 3．第三段提到“Around 1587, Shakespeare left his family and went to London.”，可直接提取时间信息作答。 4．第三段提到“He wrote many different kinds of plays: comedies, tragedies and histories.”，可直接提取戏剧类型信息作答。 5．第四段表明“Shakespeare became rich and successful.”，可直接提取他人生后期的状态信息作答。 6．最后一段指出“They have been translated into every major language. His words and phrases are still used in everyday English... Shakespeare’s characters and stories continue to touch people’s hearts”，从中任选两点作为理由作答即可。 7．本题为开放性试题，答案不唯一，需基于文中事实作答。结合莎士比亚创作大量经典戏剧、创造诸多沿用至今的英文词汇、作品影响深远等信息，给出合理评价与理由即可。 Passage 3 No Turning Back At the end of the Warring States period (战国时期), Ying Zheng (嬴政) unified (统一) six states (诸侯国) and started the Qin dynasty. But soon after his son Huhai (胡亥) became the new emperor, the six states wanted to rise again. They were often at war with Qin. One day, Zhao couldn’t win against Qin’s army and asked for help from Chu. The ruler (统治者) of Chu agreed to send an army. Song Yi (宋义) was the leader of the army and Xiang Yu (项羽) was his deputy (副官). When this army reached a town before the Zhanghe River (漳河), Song decided to stay there for a while. The soldiers had to wait for his orders while cold and hungry. But Song himself enjoyed nice food and interesting performances. About a month later, Xiang finally lost his patience and killed Song. When he became the new leader of the army, Xiang sent a group of soldiers to cross the Zhanghe River first to help Zhao. He then led the rest of his soldiers across the river. As soon as they got on the shore, the soldiers received an order from Xiang: “Break all the pots and sink all the boats. Either your enemies die, or you die!” There was no way of turning back. When the soldiers met Qin’s army, they shouted loudly and fought very bravely. In the end, Xiang’s army won the war. 1．What did the six states want to do after Huhai became emperor? 2．What did Chu do in response to Zhao’s call for help? 3．Xiang Yu was always the leader of the Chu army, wasn’t he? 4．Why was Xiang Yu angry with Song Yi? 5．What did Xiang Yu ask his soldiers to do after they crossed the Zhanghe River? 6．What do you think of Xiang Yu’s order? 【答案】1．They wanted to rise again. 2．Chu sent an army (to help Zhao). 3．No, he wasn’t. 4．Because Song kept the army waiting for about a month while enjoying nice food and interesting performances himself. 5．He asked his soldiers to break all the pots and sink all the boats, leaving no way of turning back. 6．I think Xiang Yu’s order was very brave but also very risky. (Any reasonable answers are acceptable.) 【导语】本文讲述了战国时期项羽破釜沉舟的故事，介绍了故事的背景、经过及最终结果，展现了项羽的果敢与决绝。 1．根据“But soon after his son Huhai became the new emperor, the six states wanted to rise again.”可知，胡亥即位后，六国想重新崛起，故填They wanted to rise again. 2．根据“One day, Zhao couldn’t win against Qin’s army and asked for help from Chu. The ruler of Chu agreed to send an army.”可知，楚国响应赵国的求助，派遣了一支军队，故填Chu sent an army (to help Zhao). 3．根据“Song Yi was the leader of the army and Xiang Yu was his deputy.”可知，项羽最初是副官而非首领，故填No, he wasn’t. 4．根据“When this army reached a town before the Zhanghe River, Song decided to stay there for a while. The soldiers had to wait for his orders while cold and hungry. But Song himself enjoyed nice food and interesting performances. About a month later, Xiang finally lost his patience and killed Song.”可知，项羽生气是因为宋义让军队挨饿受冻等待约一个月，自己却贪图享乐，故填Because Song kept the army waiting for about a month while enjoying nice food and interesting performances himself. 5．根据“As soon as they got on the shore, the soldiers received an order from Xiang: ‘Break all the pots and sink all the boats. Either your enemies die, or you die!’ There was no way of turning back.”可知，项羽让士兵打破所有锅、凿沉所有船，断绝退路，故填He asked his soldiers to break all the pots and sink all the boats, leaving no way of turning back. 6．开放性试题，言之有理即可。根据士兵们因此奋勇作战并获胜的结果，结合指令的决绝性，故填I think Xiang Yu’s order was very brave but also very risky. (Any reasonable answers are acceptable.) 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 考前押题08 阅读回答问题新题型15篇 话题1 每个人是不同的 话题2 守则与制度 话题3 跨文化沟通 话题4 天气与我们的生活 话题5 绿色与环保 话题6 历史人物 话题1 每个人是不同的 Passage 1 根据短文内容回答问题。 It’s normal to wonder, “What if something goes wrong?” It’s important to recognize this thought and manage it so that you don’t become overwhelmed (不知所措地) by worry. Thinking about the future is a common part of life. Everyone sometimes imagines what might happen if things don’t go according to the plan: “What if I make a mistake?” or “What if others laugh at me?” These “what-if” worries usually focus on negative (消极的) outcomes. Spending too much time thinking about “what if” can make you hesitant (犹豫) to take action, and it can also make it hard to focus on what you’re doing or listening to others. There are various ways you can help yourself. Expert Angela McMillan suggests creating an “IF/THEN” plan. “For example,” she says, “IF you need to speak in front of the class, THEN you can take three deep breaths and remind yourself that you are prepared. Or, IF a social event is too noisy and you feel lost, THEN you can step outside for a few minutes.” You can also identify your worries and then challenge them. Try to focus on what could go right. For example, instead of thinking “What if I miss the ball when I try to kick it?” ask yourself, “What if I score a goal?” McMillan points out that most worries never actually happen. “Remember that they are just thoughts and the bravest thing we can do is not let worry take control,” she says. Try to focus on what you’re currently doing, whether it’s the book you’re reading, the TV show you’re watching, or the conversation you’re having. Getting angry with yourself will only make you feel worse, so be kind to yourself. Think about how you would talk to a friend who is feeling anxious—and then speak to yourself in that same way. 1．Spending too much time on “what-if” worries can make it difficult to focus, can’t it? 2．What is a common reaction when people think about the future according to the passage? 3．Who suggests creating an “IF/THEN” plan to manage worries, and can you give one example of such a plan from the passage? 4．What does the passage recommend you do if you find yourself in a noisy social event and don’t know what to do? 5．How can you shift your focus when you start feeling worried according to the passage? 6．Why does Angela McMillan suggest thinking about what could go right instead of focusing on what could go wrong? 7．Think about a time when worry stopped you from doing something. Based on the advice in the passage, how can you do better if you meet the same situation again? Passage 2 Why is looking back at our experiences so important for moving forward? It seems that no matter who you are or what you do, the past can be your greatest teacher. We asked people from different walks of life to share their thoughts. Mr. Chen, a 65-year-old retired teacher, learned about preparation. “As a young teacher, I once prepared a lesson in a hurry and taught it poorly. That embarrassing experience taught me a lasting lesson: good preparation is important for success. Since then, I’ve always prepared carefully, not just in teaching, but in everything I do.” Li Ming, a 22-year-old university student, learned about changing methods. “Failing an important exam was hard for me. Instead of giving up, I learned to change my study ways. I started making plans and asking for help. This change not only improved my grades but also taught me how to face difficulties in a good way.” Ms. Wang, a 40-year-old cook, learned about not giving up. “My first year as a cook was tough. Many dishes didn’t turn out well. But each failed try taught me something new. I kept improving my skills little by little. Now I understand that those early problems were needed for me to become good at my job.” Their stories show us that whether it’s about preparing well, changing ways when needed, or keeping trying, our past experiences give us the best lessons for building a better tomorrow. 1．How old is Mr. Chen? 2．Li Ming didn’t give up after failing an important exam, did he? 3．What was Ms. Wang’s first year as a cook like? 4．What are the three different things learned by these three people? 5．According to the passage, what can our past experiences give us? 6．Whose story do you find most helpful for your own life? Please explain why in at least 2 sentences. 话题2 守则与制度 Passage 1 阅读短文，回答问题。 Harry is a boy from the USA．He is the only child of his parents, but his mother is strict with him. His mother always asks him to do many things. He has to help his mother do housework such as cleaning the room, doing the dishes and making the bed. But his friend Mike doesn’t need to do housework. Harry feels terrible and wants to talk about the rules with his mother. One day, Harry plays basketball for an hour after school, and he went home late. Harry’s mother worried about him and scolded (责备) him after he arrives home. Harry said, “Rules! Rules! Rules! Why do you make so many rules for me?” “Don’t you know I make the rules to help you? I hope you can look after yourself when I am busy,” his mother said. After he hears his mother’s words, Harry says sorry to his mother. And he learned to do housework, so he can do many things by himself now. Sometimes, our parents make rules for us. It doesn’t mean they don’t love us. It is just another way to show their love to us. 1．How many children are there in Harry’s family? 2．What does Harry think of his mother at first? 3．Why does Harry’s mother make so many rules for him? 4．What does it mean when our parents make rules for us according to the text? 5．List one of the rules different from the passage (文章) in your family. What do you think about it? Passage 2 Answer the questions（根据短文内容回答问题） At Kate’s school, they celebrated “Road Safety Week” recently. Every student attended an educational lecture about street safety given by a police officer. Here’s a summary of the key points the officer shared. Many car accidents can be avoided. They occur when passengers aren’t cautious. A big reason for these accidents is driving too fast. If a car is speeding, it might not be able to stop in time when something unexpected happens. It is important to be careful whether you’re crossing the street or walking on the sidewalk. Remember, not just car drivers are responsible for accidents. Pedestrians (行人) and cyclists also share the duty. You should never step into the street without checking both ways. Do you like biking? When you’re on your bike, it’s important not to make sudden moves without warning others. For example, when you plan to turn left, always check for any car or motorcycle. Use your left hand to show your turn and wait until it’s safe to go. The rules we follow on the roads are actually quite easy. If we pay attention and follow them,we can prevent accidents from happening. 1．What was the main purpose of the lecture at Kate’s school? 2．Driving too fast isn’t the only reason for car accidents, is it? 3．According to the passage, who is responsible for preventing accidents on the road? 4．When can a passenger step into the street? 5．According to the lecture, what can’t people do when they are riding a bicycle on the street? 6．If John turns left riding his bicycle when he sees the traffic light turn green, what will be your suggestion for him? 7．Why did the police officer use real-life examples such as car accidents and riding bicycles to show the importance of road safety? Give at least two reasons. 话题3 跨文化沟通 Passage 1 Diwali is a famous traditional festival in India. People also call it the Festival of Lights. It usually comes in October or November every year. The festival means “light beats darkness, good beats evil”. Before Diwali, people clean their houses. On the festival day, they light candles and lamps to welcome good luck. They also use colorful lights and flowers to decorate their homes. Families gather together to have a big dinner. They give gifts to each other and wish for a happy new year. Diwali is a festival full of joy and hope. Songkran Festival is a traditional festival in Thailand (泰国). It is from April 13th to 15th every year. It is the most important festival in Thailand, marking the start of the Thai new year. At the festival, people celebrate by splashing (泼洒) water on each other. They believe that water can wash away bad luck from the past year and bring good luck for the new year. Besides splashing water, people also clean their houses and wear new clothes. Families gather to have a big meal and visit relatives. They give each other small gifts and wish for health and happiness. Everyone laughs and plays happily during the festival. The Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival in China. It usually falls in January or February, marking the start of the lunar new year. Before the festival, people usually clean their houses and put up couplets (春联). On New Year’s Eve, families enjoy some must-eat food and take part in traditional activities. During the festival, people visit relatives and friends, greeting each other with “Happy Chinese New Year”. It is a time for joy, love and family togetherness.Task 1: Answer the questions. 1．Is Diwali a traditional festival in India or Thailand? 2．How do people welcome good luck on Diwali? 3．How long does Songkran Festival last? 4．Why do people splash water on each other at Songkran Festival? 5．What do Songkran Festival and the Spring Festival have in common? 请罗列两处共同点 Task 2: 6．Give examples to explain the sentence “On New Year’s Eve, families enjoy some must-eat food and take part in traditional activities.” in 30 words. 请举例解释划线句子，大约30个词 Passage 2 Answer the questions.(根据短文内容回答下列问题) Huang Xueyan is a 26-year-old woman. In the past, she and her parents were always busy visiting relatives during the Spring Festival. This year, however, she wanted to make a change. Instead of going to her relatives’ homes, she and her parents made video calls with them. To her surprise, most of her relatives liked this change. They found it easy and relaxing. Another change Huang made was making their Lunar New Year’s Eve meal simpler. In the past, her relatives would get together and prepare dozens of dishes. They often needed to spend a whole day in the kitchen. This year, at Huang’s suggestion, they only spent about two hours cooking eight dishes. “We ate all the food that evening and had no leftovers.” said Huang. Huang is not alone. Many other young people have changed the way they celebrate the festival. Wang Qiling is one of them. She has always disliked the long hours of answering questions from relatives during the festival. This time, she didn’t go back to her hometown in Jiangsu Province. Instead, she invited her parents to her home in Shanghai. On Lunar New Year’s Eve, they ate a ready-made meal and watched the Spring Festival Gala together. “The festival finally became a real break for me.” she said happily. 1．How old is Huang Xueyan? 2．What did Huang Xueyan do with her relatives this year? 3．How long did it take Xueyan and her relatives to prepare for the New Year’s Eve meal in the past? 4．Where did Wang Qiling celebrate the Spring Festival this year? 5．What did Wang Qiling and her parents do on New Year’s Eve? 6．Do you like the new ways of celebrating the old festivals? Why or why not? 话题4 天气与我们的生活 Passage 1 Climate conditions have a significant impact on people’s daily lives. Firstly, in hot weather, individuals often feel uncomfortable and may experience heat exhaustion. As a result, many choose to stay in cool places and avoid vigorous physical activities, leading to a decrease in overall activity levels. Additionally, hot weather can influence eating habits, with people preferring light food. On the other hand, cold weather can cause transportation issues. Snow and ice can affect roads and public transport, leading to delays. During such times, many people choose to stay indoors. What’s more, cold climates prompt individuals to wear heavier clothing, which can affect daily dressing choices. Rainy days often lead people to avoid outdoor activities such as picnics, sports and gardening. Instead, individuals tend to engage in indoor activities to avoid getting wet. In extreme weather conditions, like hurricanes or heavy snowstorms, schools often cancel classes, particularly for children and the elderly, where safety becomes a primary concern. Different climate conditions not only influence people’s lifestyles but also affect their clothing choices and activity planning. People prefer to choose lighter fabrics in hot days and thicker clothes in cold winter. Therefore, considering these climate conditions is important when planning outdoor events. 1．What are some common effects of hot weather on daily lives? 2．How can cold weather affect transportation? 3．Which activities might people avoid during rainy days? 4．When does extreme weather typically lead to school cancellations? 5．How do different climates influence people’s clothing choices? 6．Why is it important to consider climate conditions when planning outdoor events? Give at least two reasons. Passage 2 The traditional Chinese solar calendar (日历) divides the year into twenty-four solar terms (节气). Minor Snow (小雪), the 20th solar term of the year, begins on November 22 this year. Here are a few things you should know about Minor Snow. Wearing hats and scarves In China, starting in Minor Snow, the wind blows (吹；刮) from the northeast a lot. Many people do not wear hats or scarves yet. In fact, according to an old Chinese saying, “the head is the place where all passages of the body gather”. It’s necessary (必要的) to wear hats and scarves to keep one’s head warm. Drinking soup During Minor Snow, the air in the houses is dry and most people may find their nose and mouth feel a bit dry. This will cause (导致) “inner heat” in one’s body. The key is to drink more hot soup. Eating rice cake In some areas of South China, people eat rice cakes around Minor Snow. In ancient times (在古代), rice cakes were a traditional festival offering (祭品) to the bull god (牛神). Making pickled (腌制) vegetables and pork After Minor Snow, because of low temperature (温度) and dry air. It is the best time to start making preserved pork (腊肉), which by the Chinese Spring Festival would be ready to enjoy. The people in Yancheng, Jiangsu province, have welcomed Minor Snow with making pickled vegetables. In addition (此外), we like to eat hot and spicy (辣的) food to keep warm. However, it’s not wise to eat much spicy food because that will increase inner heat. This year’s Minor Snow is coming. Wish you to be surrounded by (被……包围) a life full of warmth. 1．When does Minor Snow begin this year? 2．How do people keep head warm in Minor Snow? 3．What is the key to avoid (避免) causing “inner heat”? 4．Where do people eat rice cakes around Minor Snow? 5．What do you think of eating spicy food during Minor Snow? (请自拟一句话作答) Passage 3 认真阅读下列短文，根据短文内容回答问题（每题回答字数不超过10个词）。 You must have heard of Sanfu days. Well, Sanfu days, also known as the Chinese dog days of summer, mark the hottest days of summer. Sanfu days has three periods: Toufu, Zhongfu and Mofu. In Chinese, “fu” has the meaning of “hiding”. So the word is also a suggestion (建议) for people to stay at home to “hide” from the strong heat outdoors in summer. Sanfu days usually come between mid-July and mid-August. During this time, people follow different customs to deal with the heat and stay healthy. Now let’s have a look at some traditional Chinese ways of spending the dog days of summer. In Changsha, local people usually eat roosters (公鸡) during Sanfu days, especially during Toufu. That’s because it is always hot with heavy rainfall in summer. Local people believe that eating roosters can clear the wet in the body. And there is even an old saying that goes, “A rooster at the start of Sanfu days, a healthy body the whole year.” Besides, the practice of receiving Sanfutie, a kind of Sanfu medicinal patch (药用贴片), is also common in China during Sanfu days. Sanfutie is a bandage made of traditional Chinese herbal medicine (中草药). Many people use Sanfutie because it can fight some winter illnesses like coughing during the hottest summer days. 1．What is Sanfu also known as? 2．How many periods does Sanfu days have? 3．What’s the suggestion of the word “Fu” for people? 4．Why do people use Sanfutie during Sanfu days? 5．What will you do with the heat and stay healthy in Sanfu days? (言之有理即可) 话题5 绿色与环保 Passage 1 Answer the questions. Have you ever wondered what happens to your old toothbrushes, shampoo bottles and food wrappers? Most people throw them into the bin without thinking. But did you know that a family of four creates about 1,000 kilograms of household waste every year? That is as heavy as a small car! The good news is that up to 60% of household waste can be recycled or composted. For example, vegetable peels and eggshells can become compost for plants. Paper and cardboard can be made into new notebooks. Plastic bottles can be turned into jackets or even furniture. However, if we mix all our waste together, recycling becomes very difficult. A banana peel can ruin a whole truckload of paper recycling. That is why sorting waste at home is so important. Many communities now have four different bins: blue for paper, green for glass, yellow for plastic and metal, and brown for kitchen waste. Some cities even use smart bins that weigh your waste and give you points. You can exchange the points for discounts at local shops. So, what can you do? Start by putting two small bins in your kitchen — one for wet waste (food scraps) and one for dry waste (paper, plastic). When a bin is full, take it to the correct community bin. Remember: when you sort right, you help the planet fight! 1．How much household waste does a family of four create per year? 2．What is one benefit of sorting waste correctly? 3．Can a banana peel affect paper recycling? Why or why not? 4．What can you get by using smart bins in some cities? 5．What two bins can you start with in your kitchen? 6．Do you think it is necessary for every family to sort waste? Why or why not? (Give at least two reasons) Passage 2 Answer the questions（根据短文内容回答问题） Have you ever wondered what happens to your old computers, MP3 players and cellphones when they stop working or you want to upgrade to a new one? Many people simply throw them away. But did you know that people all over the world created a huge amount of electronic waste, called e-waste? They made 41.8 million tons of it, but only recycled 6.5 million tons. That left 7.1 million tons of waste, and China was the second-largest producer with 6 million tons. It’s important to be aware of e-waste because it can be both valuable and harmful. It’s like a hidden treasure trove called an “urban mine” because it contains metals like gold, silver, iron and copper that are worth a lot of money — over 322 billion yuan worldwide! These materials can be reused and help us save resources. However, if we just throw away our electronics, they can release harmful chemicals into the soil and air. This can harm the environment and make people sick. So, what can we do to reduce e-waste? One way is to buy electronic devices that last longer. When you have old electronics you no longer need, like toys or old cellphones, you can give them to charity or find someone who can use them. Additionally, some companies offer recycling programs where you can get discounts when you trade in your old devices for new ones. For example, Apple in China gives customers a discount if they bring in their used devices when buying new ones. The company fixes up the old devices and sells them at lower prices, which is great for both the environment and your wallet! 1．Why is it important to recycle e-waste? 2．What is a bad effect of not recycling e-waste? 3．We should buy cellphones that can be used for a long time, shouldn’t we? 4．What does Apple in China offer customers as an incentive to recycle their old devices? 5．What type of e-waste recycling method would you personally choose, and why? 6．Which do you consider more when shopping: being environmentally friendly or the price? Why? Passage 3 Can a pile of poop (一坨大便) save a forest? It sounds funny, but for the African forest elephant, their poop can be a real life-saver! These elephants live deep in the rainforest. They are smaller than their cousins—African savanna elephants (非洲草原象), but they have a big mission: keeping the forest growing. Their favourite snack is the fruit from the ebony tree (乌木树). You might have seen ebony wood on a fancy guitar. This wood is very hard and helps guitars make a clear sound. But the ebony tree has a problem. It cannot spread its seeds by itself. That’s where the elephant comes to help. After an elephant eats the fruit, it walks far, far away and…plop (扑通一声)! It poops out the seeds in a new place. This pile of poop is like a smelly shield (盾，屏障). It hides the seeds from hungry rats and other animals. Inside the poop, the seeds are safe and ready to grow. Sadly, these “gardeners” are in trouble because of hunters. Without elephants, there are no poop shields. This means fewer ebony trees can grow. Ebony trees grow very slowly. It takes over 100 years for one to become an adult. If forest elephants disappeared, the ebony trees might disappear, too. As scientists say, what we do to the elephants today will change the forest 100 years from now. Let’s protect our big heroes! 1．What’s the important mission of the African forest elephant? 2．Where can you find ebony wood? 3．How does the poop protect the seeds? 4．According to the article, who puts elephants in danger? 5．Why is it hard for the ebony tree to grow? Find two possible reasons in the article. 6．Protecting the elephants is a good way to protect the forest. Can you give two other ways to protect the forest? Write at least 30 words. 话题6 历史人物 Passage 1 Mao Sui Takes on the Hard Job When Qin’s army surrounded (包围) Handan, the King of Zhao sent Prince Pingyuan to ask Chu for help. He was also allowed to take twenty advisors (谋士) with him. But Pingyuan could only choose nineteen. “Who could be the last?” he thought. “That’s fine. Nineteen is no different from twenty.” A man named Mao Sui came to Pingyuan. “My lord, I’ve heard you’re short of one advisor. I can go with you.” “Sir, how long have you been with me?” the prince asked. “For three years.” “A talented person gets noticed quickly. You’ve been here for three years, and I don’t even know you. That means you don’t do well in anything. I’m afraid you’ll have to stay.” “That’s because I’ve been waiting for my time, like today.” Mao Sui said. Pingyuan only half believed him but agreed to let him join. When they arrived in Chu, Pingyuan went to see its king at once. They talked all morning but nothing was decided. The nineteen advisors all gave up. Suddenly, Mao Sui stepped forward from the back of the room, one hand on his sword (剑). “Assassin (刺客), assassin!” the king of Chu shouted and reached for his own sword. “My lord, he’s one of us,” Pingyuan said calmly. “The room is too dark. I didn’t think anyone was sitting there,” the king said. He picked up his cup to hide his sudden movement towards his sword. “My lord, you don’t care about our offer because Chu is a big state,” Mao Sui said. “But how can such a great state forget its history? Qin has beaten you many times and burned your cities. ” The King of Chu agreed, “You’re right.” After that, Chu sent out soldiers with Zhao. After Prince Pingyuan returned home, he treated Mao Sui as an honored guest. 1．Why did Prince Pingyuan go to Chu? 2．How long has Mao Sui been with Pingyuan? 3．Pingyuan agreed to let Mao Sui join because he believed Mao Sui completely, didn’t he? 4．How did the King of Chu feel when he saw Mao Sui at first? 5．What may be filled in the blank? 6．What can you learn from Mao Sui? Passage 2 Answer the questions according to the passage. William Shakespeare: The greatest writer in English William Shakespeare is often called the greatest writer in the English language. He was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, a small town in England. His father was a glove maker, and his mother came from a rich family. Shakespeare went to a local school where he learned Latin and Greek. When Shakespeare was 18, he married Anne Hathaway. They had three children: a daughter named Susanna and twins named Hamnet and Judith. Hamnet died when he was only 11 years old. Around 1587, Shakespeare left his family and went to London. He wanted to work in the theatre. In London, he first worked as an actor. Later, he began writing plays. His plays became very popular. He wrote many different kinds of plays: comedies, tragedies and histories. Some of his most famous plays include Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He also wrote over 150 poems. Shakespeare became rich and successful. He bought a large house called New Place in his hometown. In 1613, he stopped writing and returned to Stratford. He died on April 23rd, 1616, at the age of 52. Today, people all over the world still read and watch Shakespeare’s plays. They have been translated into every major language. His words and phrases are still used in everyday English. For example, he created the words “bedroom”, “lonely” and “gossip”. Shakespeare’s characters and stories continue to touch people’s hearts, even after 400 years. 1．Where was William Shakespeare born? 2．How many children did Shakespeare have? What were their names? 3．When did Shakespeare go to London? 4．What kinds of plays did Shakespeare write? 5．Did Shakespeare become poor or successful in his life? 6．Why do people still read Shakespeare’s plays today? Give two reasons. 7．What do you think of Shakespeare? Please give your reason. Passage 3 No Turning Back At the end of the Warring States period (战国时期), Ying Zheng (嬴政) unified (统一) six states (诸侯国) and started the Qin dynasty. But soon after his son Huhai (胡亥) became the new emperor, the six states wanted to rise again. They were often at war with Qin. One day, Zhao couldn’t win against Qin’s army and asked for help from Chu. The ruler (统治者) of Chu agreed to send an army. Song Yi (宋义) was the leader of the army and Xiang Yu (项羽) was his deputy (副官). When this army reached a town before the Zhanghe River (漳河), Song decided to stay there for a while. The soldiers had to wait for his orders while cold and hungry. But Song himself enjoyed nice food and interesting performances. About a month later, Xiang finally lost his patience and killed Song. When he became the new leader of the army, Xiang sent a group of soldiers to cross the Zhanghe River first to help Zhao. He then led the rest of his soldiers across the river. As soon as they got on the shore, the soldiers received an order from Xiang: “Break all the pots and sink all the boats. Either your enemies die, or you die!” There was no way of turning back. When the soldiers met Qin’s army, they shouted loudly and fought very bravely. In the end, Xiang’s army won the war. 1．What did the six states want to do after Huhai became emperor? 2．What did Chu do in response to Zhao’s call for help? 3．Xiang Yu was always the leader of the Chu army, wasn’t he? 4．Why was Xiang Yu angry with Song Yi? 5．What did Xiang Yu ask his soldiers to do after they crossed the Zhanghe River? 6．What do you think of Xiang Yu’s order? 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $