Unit 4 A better me 更好的自己（单元阅读精练）英语新教材沪教版九年级上册

**基本信息** 以“自我成长”为主题，整合时文、真题与模拟阅读，通过长难句解析、核心观点提炼构建系统性阅读方法，培养语言能力与思维品质。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|方法提炼|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |时文阅读|2篇外刊（议论文/夹叙夹议文）|长难句语法分析、词汇积累|从接纳不完美到善待他人，构建自我成长认知基础| |真题示例|2篇中考真题|重难词汇梳理、主旨归纳技巧|结合大脑机制与价值观理论，深化习惯养成与自我反思逻辑| |模拟演练|4篇（3记叙/1说明）|词义猜测、六选五逻辑还原|通过成长故事与事理说明，实现从认知到实践的应用拓展|

Unit 4 A better me 更好的自己（新教材沪教版） 单元阅读精练 版块 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 时文阅读 Passage A 外刊阅读 议论文 约 442 以高中生画家佐伊为例，批判青少年盲目攀比的心态，阐述接纳自身不完美、正视短板是成为更好自己的第一步 Passage B 外刊阅读 夹叙夹议文 约 435 讲述学生琳主动辅导数学薄弱的新生，在帮助他人的过程中提升成绩、磨练心性，论证善待他人也是自我成长的途径 真题示例 Passage 1 阅读理解单选 夹叙夹议文 约 380 作者结合自身拖延、健身计划半途而废的亲身经历，从大脑机制解释坏习惯难戒除、好习惯需十周养成，点明掌控习惯的决定权在自己 Passage 2 阅读理解单选 议论文 约 460 论述人们行为与内心价值观相悖会产生焦虑、自我怀疑等负面后果，提出自省、坦诚沟通、自我包容等方法，倡导坚守本心、完善自我 模拟演练 Passage 1 阅读理解单选 成长记叙文 约 410 内向新生大卫因老旧呼啦圈被同学孤立，数学老师借圆周率开导他，他凭借数学知识融入集体，诠释内在价值胜过外在表象 Passage 2 阅读理解单选 成长记叙文 约 390 作者不慎弄坏小提琴退出管弦乐团，转而加入歌唱社团，偶然投稿校报发掘写作天赋，说明人生意外转折能引领我们找到真正热爱 Passage 3 阅读理解单选 成长记叙文 约 400 女孩厌倦舞蹈训练想要放弃，偶遇舞伴后得知对方同样紧张怯场，为陪伴搭档坚持训练，学会责任与换位思考，完成自我成长 Passage 4 短文还原（六选五） 事理说明文 约 320 解析勇气的真正含义：勇气与恐惧相伴，不只体现在大事，日常小事、坦然面对失败都是勇气的体现 Do not bother just to be better than others. Try to be better than yourself. – William Faulkner 不必一心胜过他人，努力超越昨日的自己便好。—— 威廉・福克纳 There’s only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that’s your own self. – Aldous Huxley 宇宙间唯有一处你能笃定去完善，那便是你自己。—— 奥尔德斯・赫胥黎 Personal growth is about progress, not perfection. – Hal Elrod 自我成长重在持续进步，而非追求完美无瑕。—— 哈尔・埃尔罗德 Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself. – Rumi 昨日我聪慧，一心想要改变世界；如今我通透，只求修正自我。—— 鲁米 We cannot become what we want by remaining what we are. – Max DePree 若固守当下的模样，我们永远无法成为理想中的自己。—— 马克斯・德普雷 It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are. – E. E. Cummings 成长、活出真实的自我，需要莫大的勇气。——E.E. 卡明斯 Growth means choosing to move forward instead of staying in comfort. – Abraham Maslow 成长意味着选择向前，而非沉溺舒适区。—— 亚伯拉罕・马斯洛 What we think, we become. – Buddha 心念所向，终成自身。—— 佛陀 To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance, and the start of growing better. – Oscar Wilde 爱自己是一生浪漫的开端，也是变得更好的起点。—— 奥斯卡・王尔德 Strength comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t. – Rikki Rogers 力量源于战胜那些你曾以为做不到的事。—— 里基・罗杰斯 The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be. – Ralph Waldo Emerson 你终将成为的人，由你自己决定。—— 拉尔夫・沃尔多・爱默生 Little by little, a little becomes a lot. Every small effort shapes a better me. – Tanzanian Proverb 日积月累，微小的努力终会成就更好的自己。—— 坦桑尼亚谚语 Passage A Learn to Embrace Your Imperfections Source: CNN 10 Student News, 2025-11-03 Many teenagers spend all their energy chasing a perfect self. They compare their grades, looks and hobbies with classmates online, feeling worthless once they find gaps between themselves and others. Psychologists warn that the endless comparison stops us from growing into a better version of ourselves. Instead of hiding weaknesses, we should learn to accept them. Zoe, a high school painter, once destroyed dozens of her works because she thought her lines were not smooth enough. She only posted finished paintings without any flaws on social media, and felt anxious every time she saw others’ perfect artworks. Her art teacher told her that imperfection carries unique personality. Since then, Zoe began keeping a sketchbook for failed drafts. She wrote down her weak points and practiced them every afternoon. Gradually, Zoe stopped fearing her shortcomings. She even shared her imperfect sketches online and received warm encouragement. She realized a better me does not mean flawless. It means daring to face defects and keep improving. Every small flaw shows where we can grow. Accepting who you are today is the first step to becoming better tomorrow. 长难句解析 原句： （第一段第二句）They compare their grades, looks and hobbies with classmates online, feeling worthless once they find gaps between themselves and others. 译文：他们在网上拿自己的成绩、外貌、爱好和同学对比，一旦发现自己和别人存在差距，就会觉得自己一无是处。 分析：本句是复合句。once 引导时间状语从句；句中 feeling worthless 是现在分词短语作伴随状语，描述主句主语产生的心理感受。 译文 接纳不完美的自己 来源：CNN 10 Student News, 2025-11-03 许多青少年倾尽心力追逐完美的自己。他们在网上拿自己的成绩、外貌、爱好和同学对比，一旦发现自己和别人存在差距，就会觉得自己一无是处。心理学家提醒，无休止的攀比会阻碍我们成长为更好的自己。与其掩饰自身弱点，我们应当学会接纳它们。 高中生佐伊是一名绘画爱好者，她曾经毁掉几十幅作品，只因觉得线条不够流畅。她只在社交平台发布毫无瑕疵的成品画作，每次看到别人完美的作品都会心生焦虑。美术老师告诉她，不完美之处恰恰承载着独一无二的个人风格。从那以后，佐伊专门准备速写本收纳失败的草稿，记下自己的薄弱点，每天下午针对性练习。 慢慢地，佐伊不再畏惧自身缺点。她甚至把有瑕疵的草稿发到网上，收获了许多温暖的鼓励。她明白，更好的自己不等于毫无缺陷，而是敢于直面不足、持续精进。每一处小小的缺憾，都指明了我们可以进步的方向。接纳当下的自己，是明天变得更好的第一步。 Passage B Improve Yourself Through Kindness to Others Source: Smithsonian Education, 2025-10-21 Most people think becoming a better me only means improving personal skills such as study or sports. However, true self-growth also lies in learning to care for people around us. Kind acts reshape our character and bring inner strength we cannot get from solo practice. Lynn used to care only about her own scores and ignored classmates in trouble. Once a new student struggled with math and asked her for help. At first, Lynn refused, thinking tutoring wasted her study time. Later she felt guilty and decided to give free lessons after class. While explaining knowledge to others, Lynn reviewed textbook points deeply and made greater progress in exams. More importantly, she became gentle and patient. She no longer got angry easily when things went wrong. Small acts of kindness changed her temper and way of thinking. To build a better self, we should not only polish our abilities but also warm our hearts by serving others. Growth happens both inside ourselves and between people. 长难句解析 原句： （第三段最后一句）To build a better self, we should not only polish our abilities but also warm our hearts by serving others. 译文：想要成就更好的自己，我们不仅要打磨自身能力，还要通过帮助他人丰盈内心。 分析：本句是简单句。句首 To build a better self 是不定式作目的状语；固定结构 not only...but also... 连接并列宾语 polish our abilities 与 warm our hearts；by serving others 是介词短语作方式状语。 译文 在善待他人中成就更好的自己 来源：Smithsonian Education, 2025-10-21 大多数人认为成为更好的自己只意味着提升学习、运动这类个人能力。但真正的自我成长，也在于学会关心身边的人。善意之举重塑我们的品性，赋予我们独自练习无法获得的内心力量。 琳从前只在乎自己的分数，对陷入困境的同学置之不理。有一位新生数学跟不上，向她求助。一开始琳拒绝了，她认为辅导别人会浪费自己的学习时间。后来她心生愧疚，决定课后免费为这位同学补习。 在给别人讲解知识点的过程中，琳对课本内容有了更深的梳理，考试成绩也进步显著。更重要的是，她变得温和有耐心，遇事不再轻易动怒。一件件微小的善意改变了她的脾气与思维方式。想要成就更好的自己，我们不仅要打磨自身能力，还要通过帮助他人丰盈内心。成长既发生在自我内心，也存在于人与人的相处之间。 1. True self-improvement lies in beating yesterday’s version of ourselves rather than competing with others. 真正的自我提升，是超越昨天的自己，而非和他人攀比。 2. Small daily efforts will slowly shape a warmer, braver and better me in the long run. 日复一日微小的努力，终会慢慢塑造一个更温柔、更勇敢、更好的自己。 3. Accepting our weaknesses is the first important step on the road to becoming a better self. 接纳自身的不足，是通往更好自我道路上至关重要的第一步。 4. Stepping out of the comfort zone offers us countless chances to grow and improve. 走出舒适区，会带给我们无数成长与进步的机会。 5. Kindness to others can polish our character and bring us inner power for self-growth. 善待他人能够打磨品性，为自我成长带来内心力量。 6. Mistakes are never failures, but valuable lessons that push us to become stronger. 错误从来不是失败，而是促使我们变得更强大的宝贵教训。 7. Only by keeping reflecting on ourselves can we find our shortcomings and make progress. 唯有时常自我反思，我们才能发现不足、取得进步。 8. We don’t need to be perfect, but we can keep making small progress every single day. 我们不必做到完美，但可以坚持每天取得一点小进步。 9. Comparing ourselves with others will only bring anxiety and stop our personal growth. 一味和他人攀比只会带来焦虑，阻碍个人成长。 10. Self-compassion gives us courage to keep moving forward when we meet difficulties. 自我包容给予我们遭遇困境时继续前行的勇气。 11. Every challenge we overcome adds a new shining part to a better version of us. 我们战胜的每一次挑战，都会为更好的自己增添一抹光彩。 12. Becoming a better me means balancing the improvement of skills and goodness of heart. 成为更好的自己，意味着兼顾能力提升与内心善良。 13. It takes patience and persistence to turn tiny changes into lifelong self-improvement. 把细微改变化作长久的自我提升，需要耐心与坚持。 14. Helping others not only warms them up but also helps us discover our own value. 帮助他人不仅温暖对方，也能让我们发掘自身价值。 15. The journey to a better self is long, but every step forward is worthwhile. 通往更好自己的旅途漫长，但向前走的每一步都值得。 Passage 1 （2024·广东广州·中考真题） I don’t believe it! I’m still sitting here writing my paper. I’ve had two weeks to prepare and write it and I need to hand it in tomorrow. A month ago, I made a decision to never leave things to the last minute. Well, I’ve failed. I’ve also been trying to go running to get fitter with my classmates after school for four weeks. But I really feel it’s difficult to follow my plan now. Why is it so hard to break a bad habit and form a good one? I’ve just read an article and I’ve discovered that it isn’t my problem! In fact, it’s our brains. Our brains are programmed to make it difficult to break bad habits. Research shows when we do something the same way repeatedly, our brain notices. It’s just like, “Oh, writing a paper is hard. We still have time. We can relax for now? Got it!” If we always do things like that, we get “into the habit” of leaving things to the last minute. We may even get a reward (奖励) from this bad habit, at least at first. Our brain may say, “Ah, relaxation! I like this!” Slowly, it seems that we can’t stop doing the habit or control it. Maybe it’s because we don’t know how to get the rewards without doing it. But that’s not all. Scientists have also discovered that it takes ten weeks to form a good habit. That’s because ten weeks is the amount of time the brain needs to change and accept a new habit as part of everyday life. The good news is that once you make it to ten weeks, everything becomes a lot easier. The bad news is that ten weeks is a really long time, so you may give up your plan sooner. So there you are. Maybe we want to change our ways and become better people, but our brains won’t let us. Or is this just an excuse? Look—I’ve finished my paper on time! Anything is possible! By Ana 1．Who is Ana? A．A schoolgirl. B．A brain scientist. C．A teacher. D．A sports coach. 2．What can be a reason why it’s hard to break a bad habit? A．Our brains avoid doing things repeatedly. B．Our brains are not programmed to notice it. C．Our brains need relaxation from time to time. D．Our brains enjoy getting the rewards from doing it. 3．How many more weeks will it take Ana to develop her habit of running after school? A．Four. B．Six. C．Eight. D．Ten. 4．What does Ana want to tell us at the end of the passage? A．You’d better finish your paper on time. B．Don’t forget to make a plan beforehand. C．Stick with the ways you are doing habits. D．It depends on you to control your habits. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了作者Ana在尝试改变坏习惯和形成好习惯时遇到的困难，并解释了这些困难背后的科学原因。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“I’ve also been trying to go running to get fitter with my classmates after school ”可知，Ana提到自己在写论文并且和同学们一起跑步，说明她是一名学生。故选A。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段“Research shows when we do something the same way repeatedly, our brain notices.”的描述，可以推断出大脑能够识别重复行为。从“Oh, writing a paper is hard. We still have time. We can relax for now? Got it!”中的“Got it!”可排除 A选项，因为大脑不会主动避免已识别的重复行为。再从“We may even geta reward (奖励) from this bad habit, at least at first. Our brain may say, '、‘Ah, relaxation! I like this!’”的分析中，可以得出大脑会享受重复行为(拖延)带来的轻松感，故选 D，排除C选项，因为大脑是“享受”而非“需要”轻松感。干扰项B错误在于偷换概念，大脑能识别重复行为，但不能区分其好坏。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“Scientists have also discovered that it takes ten weeks to form a good habit.”和“I’ve also been trying to go running to get fitter with my classmates after school for four weeks.”可知，Ana已经跑步四周，故还需要六周。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“So there you are. Maybe we want to change our ways and become better people, but our brains won’t let us. Or is this just an excuse? Look—I’ve finished my paper on time! Anything is possible!”可知，Ana以自己的真实经历想告诉我们控制习惯取决于我们自己。故选D。 一、重难词汇（12 个） repeatedly /rɪˈpiːtɪdli/adv. 重复地，反复地 reward /rɪˈwɔːd/n. 奖励，回报 programme /ˈprəʊɡræm/v. 设定，预设 habit /ˈhæbɪt/n. 习惯 form /fɔːm/v. 养成，形成 amount /əˈmaʊnt/n. 数量，时长 accept /əkˈsept/v. 接受 excuse /ɪkˈskjuːs/n. 借口 control /kənˈtrəʊl/v. 控制 develop /dɪˈveləp/v. 培养（习惯） beforehand /bɪˈfɔːhænd/adv. 事先，提前 stick /stɪk/v. 坚持 二、长难句解析 原句：（第三段第二句）That’s because ten weeks is the amount of time the brain needs to change and accept a new habit as part of everyday life. 译文：这是因为，大脑需要十周的时间完成转变，并把新习惯接纳为日常生活的一部分。 分析：本句是复合句。because 引导表语从句；the brain needs 是省略关系代词 that 的定语从句，修饰先行词 time；固定搭配 accept...as... 把…… 接纳为……。 Passage 2 （2024·北京·中考真题）Almost everyone has experienced the feeling of discomfort when their actions do not agree with their inner values. A man, for example, values work-life balance yet works 80 hours every week, caring little about his own health and family. Another example is a boy who holds his parents’ love dear but gets angry at them in a moment of stress; or a woman who hopes to live healthily but gives in to the attraction of fast food during moments of weakness. This disagreement can lead to serious results, such as worsening relationships, limited personal growth, and self-doubt. The emotional effects of feeling out of control and unable to live up to our own standards can also be deeply harmful. The shame and upset that go along with these feelings often force us into silence, resulting in more self-doubt. One reason for this silence might be that admitting (承认) to these behaviors can feel like showing a weakness or mistake that society tells us should be kept hidden. What’s more, recognizing this disagreement requires coming face to face with uncomfortable truths about ourselves—a process that is as discouraging as it is necessary for growth. Recognizing and addressing these behaviors can provide a possibility of change. By looking into the causes of our behaviors, we can begin to understand our actions more easily and work toward sticking to our beliefs. Research supports the idea that recognizing this disagreement, together with mindfulness and open communication, can help with this process. These methods help us slow down, reflect (反思), and choose behaviors that follow our values more closely, even in the face of old habits or immediate needs. The key to dealing with this disagreement lies in compassion (同情) for ourselves and others. By developing a culture of openness and by understanding the challenges of aligning behaviors with beliefs, we can begin to break down what prevents us from having conversation and change. Admitting that this disagreement is a shared part of the human experience can enable us to speak openly, find support, and take necessary steps toward the agreement between our inner world and our actions. While the disagreement between our inner values and actions may be common, through reflection, understanding and purposeful practice, we can bridge the divide and set out on a journey of self-discovery. 1. Why does the writer use the examples in Paragraph 1? A．To stress an unavoidable need. B．To show a result of the wrong values. C．To describe a common human experience. D．To introduce a change in people’s relationships. 2. What does the word “aligning” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean? A．Matching. B．Comparing. C．Mixing. D．Confusing. 3. Which of the following would the writer most probably agree with? A．Discomfort forces us to give up our beliefs. B．Our behaviors weaken our understandings of life. C．Open communication makes it possible for us to change. D．Keeping silent allows us time to live up to our standards. 4. What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this passage? A．To encourage people to stay true to their beliefs. B．To prove the importance of having the right values. C．To compare different ways to deal with discomfort. D．To discuss the influence of people’s improper actions. 【答案】1. C 2. A 3. C 4. A 【导语】本文介绍了人们在生活中会遇到很多实际行动违背自己内心价值观的情况，这会让我们感到不舒服，甚至带来严重后果，但只要通过反思、理解和有目的的实践，我们就可以弥合这种分歧，踏上自我发现之旅。 1. 推理判断题。通读第一段可知，本段第一句提出了一个观点：几乎每个人都会经历实际行动违背内心价值观带来的不适感，下文列举了三个具体的例子。由此可推知，作者在第一段中举例子是为了具体描述这种普遍的人类经历。故选C。 2. 词义猜测题。根据画线词所在句中的“By developing a culture of openness and by understanding the challenges of aligning behaviors with beliefs, we can begin to break down what prevents us from having conversation and change.”可知，这里指通过发展一种开放的文化，通过理解使行为与信念保持一致的挑战，人们能够开始突破那些不利于我们进行对话和改变的障碍。上文一直在说行为与信念的“不一致”，由此可推知，此处的“挑战”应指使行为与信念保持一致。画线词应意为“使一致”，与A项意思相近。故选A。 3. 推理判断题。通读第三段尤其是第三句“Research supports the idea that recognizing this disagreement, together with mindfulness and open communication, can help with this process.”可知，作者认为意识到这种分歧，再加上保持警觉，进行坦诚的沟通，可以使人们发生改变。故选C。 4. 主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了人们在生活中会遇到很多实际行动违背内心价值观的情况，这会让我们感到不舒服，甚至带来严重后果，但只要通过反思、理解和有目的的实践，我们就可以弥合这种分歧，踏上自我发现之旅。由此可推知，作者写本文的目的是鼓励人们忠于自己的信仰，坚守本心。故选A。 一、重难词汇（12 个） discomfort /dɪsˈkʌmfət/n. 不安，不适感 value /ˈvæljuː/n. 价值观 v. 重视 balance /ˈbæləns/n. 平衡 attraction /əˈtrækʃn/n. 诱惑，吸引力 discourage /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/v. 使人沮丧，阻碍 address /əˈdres/v. 处理，解决 mindfulness /ˈmaɪndfəlnəs/n. 自省，觉察 reflect /rɪˈflekt/v. 反思，思考 compassion /kəmˈpæʃn/n. 体恤，自我包容 align /əˈlaɪn/v. 使一致，匹配 divide /dɪˈvaɪd/n. 隔阂，差距 purposeful /ˈpɜːpəsfl/adj. 有目标的，刻意的 二、长难句解析 原句：（第二段最后一句）What’s more, recognizing this disagreement requires coming face to face with uncomfortable truths about ourselves—a process that is as discouraging as it is necessary for growth. 译文：此外，意识到这种矛盾意味着要直面自身令人难堪的真相，这个过程虽令人沮丧，却是自我成长必不可少的一环。 分析：本句为主从复合句。动名词短语 recognizing this disagreement 作句子主语；破折号后 a process 作同位语，指代前面整件事；that 引导定语从句修饰 process；固定结构 as discouraging as it is necessary 表示 “既令人沮丧又必不可少”。 Passage 1 （2026·广东广州·二模）David felt no joy. It was his second week at the new school but he still had no friends. Every time he went up to his classmates, he found a closed circle. The football team had enough players. The art club was full. Everyone had their own groups. During break, he saw some classmates throwing darts and counting the holes on a dartboard. David wondered what they were doing but he couldn’t find the courage to ask. The next day was the Class Fun Day. There were circles all around David. Big, bright hula hoops (呼啦圈). Suddenly someone shouted, “Look at David’s hula hoop.” David had brought an old bicycle tyre (轮胎).He wanted to disappear. Again, he could feel the circle closing, leaving him out. The other children ran out to play. David was left alone. “Why are you in class, David?” Mr Wilson, his maths teacher, asked. “They laughed at my ugly circle,” David replied. “Ah David,” the teacher said. “It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside. Just like pi (π).” Mr Wilson picked up David’s tyre and a big, shiny hula hoop. “Divide the length of the circumference (周长) of this hula hoop by its diameter (直径),” Mr Wilson said. David got 3.14768. “Great! Now divide the circumference of your tyre by its diameter.” David got 3.1463. Mr Wilson smiled. “When we divide the circumference of any circle by its diameter, the number we get is always about 3.14. This is called pi. Whether it is a shiny hula hoop or an old tyre, you will find pi.” David understood what Mr Wilson was trying to tell him. When it came to the laws of maths, his tyre was just as good as a shiny hula hoop. He realized that circles may appear to be closed but they had an open mystery (奥秘) inside them. Then he read a book about pi. In the afternoon, he saw a younger group of children playing a game at the dartboard. “I’m David,” he said. “I read about pi. I know what this is.” The children formed a circle around David. He counted the holes and started doing the maths. The answer was 3.14159. There was a loud cheer. David was finally part of a circle. He felt a sense of wonder. 1. Why did David feel unhappy in his new school at first? A．He was bad at all school subjects. B．He had no friends to play with. C．He disliked his new classmates. D．He failed to join the maths club. 2. How did David become part of a circle? A．By asking the teacher for help. B．By bringing an old bicycle tyre. C．By sharing his maths knowledge. D．By showing his dart-throwing skills. 3. Which of the following has the same meaning as the underlined word? A．The children matter more to her than anything else in the world. B．There is something the matter with my eyes. C．What’s the matter with you? D．All matter is made up of tiny things. 4. What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．Growth takes time. B．Not everything is as it looks. C．Happiness lies in small things. D．Learning is a lifelong journey. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 4. B 【导语】这是一个关于用内在的知识和价值打破偏见、融入集体的温暖故事，传递了“外表不重要，内在才是关键”的主题。 【详解】1. 文章第一段“It was his second week at the new school but he still had no friends.”（这是他在新学校的第二周，但他仍然没有朋友），完全对应选项B“He had no friends to play with.”（他没有朋友一起玩）。 2. 文章结尾部分描述：David主动加入了飞镖游戏，分享了自己学到的关于圆周率（pi）的数学知识，通过计算飞镖盘的孔得出了圆周率的数值，赢得了同学们的欢呼，终于融入了大家。故选C。 3. 文中划线句“It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside.”（重要的不是外表，而是内在），这里的matter是动词，意为“要紧、重要”。A选项的意思是“孩子对她来说比什么都重要”，matter作动词，意为“要紧、重要”，和原文用法一致。B和C选项中matter是名词，意为“问题、麻烦”。D选项matter是名词，意为“物质”。 4. 文章的核心主题是老师说的那句话：It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside.（重要的不是外表，而是内在），以及David从被排斥到靠内在知识融入集体的故事。故选B。 Passage 2 （2026·广东广州·二模）If I hadn’t been a struggling violinist, I might have never become a writer. In fourth grade, my school had an orchestra (管弦乐团) program, and I signed up to learn the violin with my friend Amy. We both loved the idea of being in the orchestra and walked together to our music lessons every week. Our orchestra teacher, Mr. Brown, was strict. He told us that if we damaged our instruments, we would be kicked out of the program because the school couldn’t afford new ones. Unfortunately, I wasn’t very good at the violin. One day, while practicing, the bridge of my violin flew off and some parts broke. Scared of Mr. Brown’s reaction, I tried to fix it myself with some glue. But when he saw my bridge, he told me I couldn’t be in the orchestra anymore. Instead, he suggested I join the singing club. I switched to the singing club and found I enjoyed singing with others, even though I didn’t have a great voice. Later, the junior high chorus held auditions (试音) for the All City Honor Chorus, and I was one of only five girls from my school to audition. Because of this, I made the chorus. After a performance, my English teacher asked if anyone in the chorus wanted to write an article for the school newspaper. For some reason, I raised my hand. I loved reading, but I had never thought about writing before. However, when I saw my name and words in print, I knew I wanted to write more. The next year, I became the editor of the school newspaper. I realized that writing was my true passion. Looking back, I understand that if I hadn’t broken my violin and joined the singing club, I might never have discovered my love for writing. Years later, I saw Amy at a reunion. She told me she had become a professional violinist in Australia. I thought, “That could have been me.” But Mr. Brown’s decision led me to a different path — one filled with words and stories. I’m grateful for that turn in my life and for Mr. Brown’s unexpected guidance. 1. Why did the writer leave the orchestra program? A．She found violin lessons too boring to continue. B．She broke her violin and failed to fix it properly. C．Mr. Brown wanted her to join the school newspaper. D．Amy asked her to try singing instead. 2. What led the writer to find her love for writing? A．Her meeting with Amy again at the reunion. B．Her wish to become different from Mr. Brown. C．Her chance to write for the school newspaper. D．Her success in learning the violin again. 3. Which of the following best describes the writer? A．Quiet and talented. B．Shy and careless. C．Positive and open-minded. D．Careful and hardworking. 4. What lesson can we learn from the story? A．Many hands make light work. B．Writing helps people find their voice. C．Success always comes from hard practice. D．An unexpected change can lead to true love. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. C 4. D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述作者小时候弄坏小提琴被迫退出管弦乐团，转而加入歌唱社团，又因给校报投稿发现热爱写作，最终成为文字创作者的经历，感悟人生意外转折会带来真正热爱的事业。 【详解】1. 第二、三段原文：“One day, while practicing, the bridge of my violin flew off and some parts broke. Scared of Mr. Brown’s reaction, I tried to fix it myself with some glue. But when he saw my bridge, he told me I couldn’t be in the orchestra anymore. ”说明作者弄坏小提琴且没能修好，因此被老师要求退出管弦乐团。 2. 第五段原文：“my English teacher asked if anyone in the chorus wanted to write an article for the school newspaper...when I saw my name and words in print, I knew I wanted to write more. ”可知，是为校报写稿的机会让作者爱上写作。 3. 通读全文：作者小提琴受挫后坦然接受建议转去歌唱社团，抓住写稿机会尝试新事物，最后感恩人生转折，体现积极、乐于接纳新事物的性格。 4. 文章讲述了作者因意外损坏小提琴被迫改变路径，却因此发现了写作的真爱。最后一段提到“如果我没有弄坏小提琴……我可能永远不会发现我对写作的热爱”以及“感谢我生命中的这一转折”，说明了意外的改变可能引领我们找到真正的热爱。        Passage 3 （2026·广东广州·二模）One day, when my mom and I arrived at the dance studio, I found I had left one of my dance shoes at home. I secretly hoped I could skip (不参加) the practice because I was tired of the hard practice and afraid of performing on stage. However, Mom told me Ms. Ling had some old shoes I could borrow. I found a pair that was a size bigger for me and hurried into the classroom, feeling very embarrassed (尴尬的). Ms. Ling announced that there were only four practices left before the final show. That evening before bed, I said to Mom, “I want to quit dancing. Can I learn to play the piano or the guitar instead?” I could imagine Mom’s answer: “Finish what you agreed to do before you start something new.” It was one of her favorite sayings. That was why I was surprised when she said, “I’m going to allow you to decide for yourself this time.” “Really?” I looked at Mom wide-eyed. “But what will your dance partner do if you quit?” she asked. “She won’t mind,” I said. “I don’t think she even knows my name.” The following Friday, my dog Mattie was sick. I decided to quit dancing and looked after Mattie at home. It was quiet and relaxing, nothing like the pressure of performing on stage. The following Saturday, I met my dance partner at a book sale. She smiled gently and said, “Hi, Kami. Where were you yesterday?” “Um, my dog was sick and I took care of her.” It was true, but it sounded like a lie. We talked for a while. I was shocked that she knew my name. I learned that her name was Sylvia. She told me she loved dancing but she was nervous about the show, because her grandmother was going to fly from her hometown to watch her dance. I comforted her and said we would both be fine. After that, I kept thinking of Sylvia. I didn’t want to leave her alone. The next Sunday, I told Mom, “I’m going to finish the dance class. I want to be there for Sylvia in the show.” Just then, I remembered I had found my missing shoe under my bed. Although I was still a little nervous, I wasn’t doing it just for myself. 1. Why did the writer want to skip the dance practice at first? A．Because she didn’t like her dance partner. B．Because she wanted to learn to play the piano or the guitar instead. C．Because she lost her dance shoes. D．Because she found the practice too hard and she was afraid of performing. 2. What made Kami decide to go back to the dance class? A．She missed her dance teacher. B．She loved practicing dancing very much. C．She was asked to keep dancing by her mom. D．She didn’t want to leave her partner Sylvia alone. 3. How did Kami’s feelings change according to the passage? A．angry→shocked→relaxed B．embarrassed→shocked→determined C．tired→embarrassed→angry D．surprised→embarrassed→relaxed 4. What can we infer from the story? A．Sylvia didn’t know the writer at all. B．Kami learned the meaning of being there for others. C．Ms. Ling would ask Kami to leave the dance class. D．The writer’s mom was strict and never listened to her. 【答案】1. D 2. D 3. B 4. B 【导语】本文讲述了女孩Kami因害怕舞蹈练习和舞台表演想放弃舞蹈，最终因不愿让舞伴Sylvia独自面对而决定坚持的故事，展现了她的成长与责任感。 【详解】1. 文中第1段提到“I secretly hoped I could skip the practice because I was tired of the hard practice and afraid of performing on stage”，说明作者最初想跳过舞蹈练习的原因是觉得训练太辛苦，且害怕舞台表演。 2. 文中提到“After that, I kept thinking of Sylvia. I didn’t want to leave her alone. The next Sunday, I told Mom, ‘I’m going to finish the dance class. I want to be there for Sylvia in the show.’”，说明Kami决定回到舞蹈课是因为不想让舞伴 Sylvia 独自面对演出。 3. 文中的情感变化依次为： 刚借到舞鞋时：“feeling very embarrassed”（尴尬）； 遇见舞伴得知她认识自己后：“I was shocked that she knew my name”（震惊）； 决定回到舞蹈课后：“I’m going to finish the dance class”（坚定）。 因此情感变化为embarrassed→shocked→determined。 4. 全文通过Kami从想放弃到为了舞伴坚持的转变，能推断出她学会了为他人着想、陪伴他人的意义。 Passage 4 （2026·广东深圳·模拟预测）根据短文内容从六个选项中，选择五个还原到文中。(共5小题，每小题2分) Courage is often thought to be one of the important spirits everyone needs. Then what is courage? 1   One isn’t necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. Kids build courage as they are growing up. Many people talk about connections between courage and fear. Courage always stands side by side with fear. If there is no fear, there is no need for courage. 2 Courage doesn’t only mean great actions such as saving one’s life or taking a big risk. 3 For example, we show courage when we raise our hand to answer a hard question during class or try a new sport. 4 Can you be kind to the new kid in class? Can you listen to the new person in your group? Or can you stand up for someone in need? Often, these things don’t come with praise, but they need courage. 5 When we become brave enough to face failure, we’ll be more willing to try new things and try again after we fail. Courage doesn’t always shout. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says, “I’ll try again tomorrow.” A．Learning to fail is another important part of courage. B．Courage is in everyday choices we make. C．It is the ability to do something difficult. D．Courage also means the smaller actions of our everyday lives. E．You should learn to speak in public. F．Courage is the ability to do what makes you feel afraid. 【答案】1. C 2. F 3. D 4. B 5. A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，探讨勇气的定义、与恐惧的关系及日常体现。 1. 前文问“什么是勇气？”，C项“It is the ability to do something difficult.”直接回答定义，呼应后文“孩子在成长中建立勇气”。 2. 前文讲“勇气与恐惧并存，没有恐惧就不需要勇气”，F项“Courage is the ability to do what makes you feel afraid.”与“恐惧”直接呼应，是对前句的进一步解释，衔接自然。 3. 前文讲“勇气不仅指伟大行动”，D项“Courage also means the smaller actions of our everyday lives.”用“also”转折，引出下文“课堂举手、尝试新运动”等日常例子，逻辑通顺。 4. 后文列举“善待新同学、倾听新人、为需要的人挺身而出”等日常选择，B项“Courage is in everyday choices we make.”点明该段主题，呼应后文例子。 5. 后文讲“勇敢面对失败，更愿意尝试新事物、失败后再尝试”，A项“Learning to fail is another important part of courage.”点明该段主题，衔接自然。 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 18 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 4 A better me 更好的自己（新教材沪教版） 单元阅读精练 版块 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 时文阅读 Passage A 外刊阅读 议论文 约 442 以高中生画家佐伊为例，批判青少年盲目攀比的心态，阐述接纳自身不完美、正视短板是成为更好自己的第一步 Passage B 外刊阅读 夹叙夹议文 约 435 讲述学生琳主动辅导数学薄弱的新生，在帮助他人的过程中提升成绩、磨练心性，论证善待他人也是自我成长的途径 真题示例 Passage 1 阅读理解单选 夹叙夹议文 约 380 作者结合自身拖延、健身计划半途而废的亲身经历，从大脑机制解释坏习惯难戒除、好习惯需十周养成，点明掌控习惯的决定权在自己 Passage 2 阅读理解单选 议论文 约 460 论述人们行为与内心价值观相悖会产生焦虑、自我怀疑等负面后果，提出自省、坦诚沟通、自我包容等方法，倡导坚守本心、完善自我 模拟演练 Passage 1 阅读理解单选 成长记叙文 约 410 内向新生大卫因老旧呼啦圈被同学孤立，数学老师借圆周率开导他，他凭借数学知识融入集体，诠释内在价值胜过外在表象 Passage 2 阅读理解单选 成长记叙文 约 390 作者不慎弄坏小提琴退出管弦乐团，转而加入歌唱社团，偶然投稿校报发掘写作天赋，说明人生意外转折能引领我们找到真正热爱 Passage 3 阅读理解单选 成长记叙文 约 400 女孩厌倦舞蹈训练想要放弃，偶遇舞伴后得知对方同样紧张怯场，为陪伴搭档坚持训练，学会责任与换位思考，完成自我成长 Passage 4 短文还原（六选五） 事理说明文 约 320 解析勇气的真正含义：勇气与恐惧相伴，不只体现在大事，日常小事、坦然面对失败都是勇气的体现 Do not bother just to be better than others. Try to be better than yourself. – William Faulkner 不必一心胜过他人，努力超越昨日的自己便好。—— 威廉・福克纳 There’s only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that’s your own self. – Aldous Huxley 宇宙间唯有一处你能笃定去完善，那便是你自己。—— 奥尔德斯・赫胥黎 Personal growth is about progress, not perfection. – Hal Elrod 自我成长重在持续进步，而非追求完美无瑕。—— 哈尔・埃尔罗德 Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself. – Rumi 昨日我聪慧，一心想要改变世界；如今我通透，只求修正自我。—— 鲁米 We cannot become what we want by remaining what we are. – Max DePree 若固守当下的模样，我们永远无法成为理想中的自己。—— 马克斯・德普雷 It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are. – E. E. Cummings 成长、活出真实的自我，需要莫大的勇气。——E.E. 卡明斯 Growth means choosing to move forward instead of staying in comfort. – Abraham Maslow 成长意味着选择向前，而非沉溺舒适区。—— 亚伯拉罕・马斯洛 What we think, we become. – Buddha 心念所向，终成自身。—— 佛陀 To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance, and the start of growing better. – Oscar Wilde 爱自己是一生浪漫的开端，也是变得更好的起点。—— 奥斯卡・王尔德 Strength comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t. – Rikki Rogers 力量源于战胜那些你曾以为做不到的事。—— 里基・罗杰斯 The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be. – Ralph Waldo Emerson 你终将成为的人，由你自己决定。—— 拉尔夫・沃尔多・爱默生 Little by little, a little becomes a lot. Every small effort shapes a better me. – Tanzanian Proverb 日积月累，微小的努力终会成就更好的自己。—— 坦桑尼亚谚语 Passage A Learn to Embrace Your Imperfections Source: CNN 10 Student News, 2025-11-03 Many teenagers spend all their energy chasing a perfect self. They compare their grades, looks and hobbies with classmates online, feeling worthless once they find gaps between themselves and others. Psychologists warn that the endless comparison stops us from growing into a better version of ourselves. Instead of hiding weaknesses, we should learn to accept them. Zoe, a high school painter, once destroyed dozens of her works because she thought her lines were not smooth enough. She only posted finished paintings without any flaws on social media, and felt anxious every time she saw others’ perfect artworks. Her art teacher told her that imperfection carries unique personality. Since then, Zoe began keeping a sketchbook for failed drafts. She wrote down her weak points and practiced them every afternoon. Gradually, Zoe stopped fearing her shortcomings. She even shared her imperfect sketches online and received warm encouragement. She realized a better me does not mean flawless. It means daring to face defects and keep improving. Every small flaw shows where we can grow. Accepting who you are today is the first step to becoming better tomorrow. 长难句解析 原句： （第一段第二句）They compare their grades, looks and hobbies with classmates online, feeling worthless once they find gaps between themselves and others. 译文：他们在网上拿自己的成绩、外貌、爱好和同学对比，一旦发现自己和别人存在差距，就会觉得自己一无是处。 分析：本句是复合句。once 引导时间状语从句；句中 feeling worthless 是现在分词短语作伴随状语，描述主句主语产生的心理感受。 译文 接纳不完美的自己 来源：CNN 10 Student News, 2025-11-03 许多青少年倾尽心力追逐完美的自己。他们在网上拿自己的成绩、外貌、爱好和同学对比，一旦发现自己和别人存在差距，就会觉得自己一无是处。心理学家提醒，无休止的攀比会阻碍我们成长为更好的自己。与其掩饰自身弱点，我们应当学会接纳它们。 高中生佐伊是一名绘画爱好者，她曾经毁掉几十幅作品，只因觉得线条不够流畅。她只在社交平台发布毫无瑕疵的成品画作，每次看到别人完美的作品都会心生焦虑。美术老师告诉她，不完美之处恰恰承载着独一无二的个人风格。从那以后，佐伊专门准备速写本收纳失败的草稿，记下自己的薄弱点，每天下午针对性练习。 慢慢地，佐伊不再畏惧自身缺点。她甚至把有瑕疵的草稿发到网上，收获了许多温暖的鼓励。她明白，更好的自己不等于毫无缺陷，而是敢于直面不足、持续精进。每一处小小的缺憾，都指明了我们可以进步的方向。接纳当下的自己，是明天变得更好的第一步。 Passage B Improve Yourself Through Kindness to Others Source: Smithsonian Education, 2025-10-21 Most people think becoming a better me only means improving personal skills such as study or sports. However, true self-growth also lies in learning to care for people around us. Kind acts reshape our character and bring inner strength we cannot get from solo practice. Lynn used to care only about her own scores and ignored classmates in trouble. Once a new student struggled with math and asked her for help. At first, Lynn refused, thinking tutoring wasted her study time. Later she felt guilty and decided to give free lessons after class. While explaining knowledge to others, Lynn reviewed textbook points deeply and made greater progress in exams. More importantly, she became gentle and patient. She no longer got angry easily when things went wrong. Small acts of kindness changed her temper and way of thinking. To build a better self, we should not only polish our abilities but also warm our hearts by serving others. Growth happens both inside ourselves and between people. 长难句解析 原句： （第三段最后一句）To build a better self, we should not only polish our abilities but also warm our hearts by serving others. 译文：想要成就更好的自己，我们不仅要打磨自身能力，还要通过帮助他人丰盈内心。 分析：本句是简单句。句首 To build a better self 是不定式作目的状语；固定结构 not only...but also... 连接并列宾语 polish our abilities 与 warm our hearts；by serving others 是介词短语作方式状语。 译文 在善待他人中成就更好的自己 来源：Smithsonian Education, 2025-10-21 大多数人认为成为更好的自己只意味着提升学习、运动这类个人能力。但真正的自我成长，也在于学会关心身边的人。善意之举重塑我们的品性，赋予我们独自练习无法获得的内心力量。 琳从前只在乎自己的分数，对陷入困境的同学置之不理。有一位新生数学跟不上，向她求助。一开始琳拒绝了，她认为辅导别人会浪费自己的学习时间。后来她心生愧疚，决定课后免费为这位同学补习。 在给别人讲解知识点的过程中，琳对课本内容有了更深的梳理，考试成绩也进步显著。更重要的是，她变得温和有耐心，遇事不再轻易动怒。一件件微小的善意改变了她的脾气与思维方式。想要成就更好的自己，我们不仅要打磨自身能力，还要通过帮助他人丰盈内心。成长既发生在自我内心，也存在于人与人的相处之间。 1. True self-improvement lies in beating yesterday’s version of ourselves rather than competing with others. 真正的自我提升，是超越昨天的自己，而非和他人攀比。 2. Small daily efforts will slowly shape a warmer, braver and better me in the long run. 日复一日微小的努力，终会慢慢塑造一个更温柔、更勇敢、更好的自己。 3. Accepting our weaknesses is the first important step on the road to becoming a better self. 接纳自身的不足，是通往更好自我道路上至关重要的第一步。 4. Stepping out of the comfort zone offers us countless chances to grow and improve. 走出舒适区，会带给我们无数成长与进步的机会。 5. Kindness to others can polish our character and bring us inner power for self-growth. 善待他人能够打磨品性，为自我成长带来内心力量。 6. Mistakes are never failures, but valuable lessons that push us to become stronger. 错误从来不是失败，而是促使我们变得更强大的宝贵教训。 7. Only by keeping reflecting on ourselves can we find our shortcomings and make progress. 唯有时常自我反思，我们才能发现不足、取得进步。 8. We don’t need to be perfect, but we can keep making small progress every single day. 我们不必做到完美，但可以坚持每天取得一点小进步。 9. Comparing ourselves with others will only bring anxiety and stop our personal growth. 一味和他人攀比只会带来焦虑，阻碍个人成长。 10. Self-compassion gives us courage to keep moving forward when we meet difficulties. 自我包容给予我们遭遇困境时继续前行的勇气。 11. Every challenge we overcome adds a new shining part to a better version of us. 我们战胜的每一次挑战，都会为更好的自己增添一抹光彩。 12. Becoming a better me means balancing the improvement of skills and goodness of heart. 成为更好的自己，意味着兼顾能力提升与内心善良。 13. It takes patience and persistence to turn tiny changes into lifelong self-improvement. 把细微改变化作长久的自我提升，需要耐心与坚持。 14. Helping others not only warms them up but also helps us discover our own value. 帮助他人不仅温暖对方，也能让我们发掘自身价值。 15. The journey to a better self is long, but every step forward is worthwhile. 通往更好自己的旅途漫长，但向前走的每一步都值得。 Passage 1 （2024·广东广州·中考真题） I don’t believe it! I’m still sitting here writing my paper. I’ve had two weeks to prepare and write it and I need to hand it in tomorrow. A month ago, I made a decision to never leave things to the last minute. Well, I’ve failed. I’ve also been trying to go running to get fitter with my classmates after school for four weeks. But I really feel it’s difficult to follow my plan now. Why is it so hard to break a bad habit and form a good one? I’ve just read an article and I’ve discovered that it isn’t my problem! In fact, it’s our brains. Our brains are programmed to make it difficult to break bad habits. Research shows when we do something the same way repeatedly, our brain notices. It’s just like, “Oh, writing a paper is hard. We still have time. We can relax for now? Got it!” If we always do things like that, we get “into the habit” of leaving things to the last minute. We may even get a reward (奖励) from this bad habit, at least at first. Our brain may say, “Ah, relaxation! I like this!” Slowly, it seems that we can’t stop doing the habit or control it. Maybe it’s because we don’t know how to get the rewards without doing it. But that’s not all. Scientists have also discovered that it takes ten weeks to form a good habit. That’s because ten weeks is the amount of time the brain needs to change and accept a new habit as part of everyday life. The good news is that once you make it to ten weeks, everything becomes a lot easier. The bad news is that ten weeks is a really long time, so you may give up your plan sooner. So there you are. Maybe we want to change our ways and become better people, but our brains won’t let us. Or is this just an excuse? Look—I’ve finished my paper on time! Anything is possible! By Ana 1．Who is Ana? A．A schoolgirl. B．A brain scientist. C．A teacher. D．A sports coach. 2．What can be a reason why it’s hard to break a bad habit? A．Our brains avoid doing things repeatedly. B．Our brains are not programmed to notice it. C．Our brains need relaxation from time to time. D．Our brains enjoy getting the rewards from doing it. 3．How many more weeks will it take Ana to develop her habit of running after school? A．Four. B．Six. C．Eight. D．Ten. 4．What does Ana want to tell us at the end of the passage? A．You’d better finish your paper on time. B．Don’t forget to make a plan beforehand. C．Stick with the ways you are doing habits. D．It depends on you to control your habits. 一、重难词汇（12 个） repeatedly /rɪˈpiːtɪdli/adv. 重复地，反复地 reward /rɪˈwɔːd/n. 奖励，回报 programme /ˈprəʊɡræm/v. 设定，预设 habit /ˈhæbɪt/n. 习惯 form /fɔːm/v. 养成，形成 amount /əˈmaʊnt/n. 数量，时长 accept /əkˈsept/v. 接受 excuse /ɪkˈskjuːs/n. 借口 control /kənˈtrəʊl/v. 控制 develop /dɪˈveləp/v. 培养（习惯） beforehand /bɪˈfɔːhænd/adv. 事先，提前 stick /stɪk/v. 坚持 二、长难句解析 原句：（第三段第二句）That’s because ten weeks is the amount of time the brain needs to change and accept a new habit as part of everyday life. 译文：这是因为，大脑需要十周的时间完成转变，并把新习惯接纳为日常生活的一部分。 分析：本句是复合句。because 引导表语从句；the brain needs 是省略关系代词 that 的定语从句，修饰先行词 time；固定搭配 accept...as... 把…… 接纳为……。 Passage 2 （2024·北京·中考真题）Almost everyone has experienced the feeling of discomfort when their actions do not agree with their inner values. A man, for example, values work-life balance yet works 80 hours every week, caring little about his own health and family. Another example is a boy who holds his parents’ love dear but gets angry at them in a moment of stress; or a woman who hopes to live healthily but gives in to the attraction of fast food during moments of weakness. This disagreement can lead to serious results, such as worsening relationships, limited personal growth, and self-doubt. The emotional effects of feeling out of control and unable to live up to our own standards can also be deeply harmful. The shame and upset that go along with these feelings often force us into silence, resulting in more self-doubt. One reason for this silence might be that admitting (承认) to these behaviors can feel like showing a weakness or mistake that society tells us should be kept hidden. What’s more, recognizing this disagreement requires coming face to face with uncomfortable truths about ourselves—a process that is as discouraging as it is necessary for growth. Recognizing and addressing these behaviors can provide a possibility of change. By looking into the causes of our behaviors, we can begin to understand our actions more easily and work toward sticking to our beliefs. Research supports the idea that recognizing this disagreement, together with mindfulness and open communication, can help with this process. These methods help us slow down, reflect (反思), and choose behaviors that follow our values more closely, even in the face of old habits or immediate needs. The key to dealing with this disagreement lies in compassion (同情) for ourselves and others. By developing a culture of openness and by understanding the challenges of aligning behaviors with beliefs, we can begin to break down what prevents us from having conversation and change. Admitting that this disagreement is a shared part of the human experience can enable us to speak openly, find support, and take necessary steps toward the agreement between our inner world and our actions. While the disagreement between our inner values and actions may be common, through reflection, understanding and purposeful practice, we can bridge the divide and set out on a journey of self-discovery. 1. Why does the writer use the examples in Paragraph 1? A．To stress an unavoidable need. B．To show a result of the wrong values. C．To describe a common human experience. D．To introduce a change in people’s relationships. 2. What does the word “aligning” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean? A．Matching. B．Comparing. C．Mixing. D．Confusing. 3. Which of the following would the writer most probably agree with? A．Discomfort forces us to give up our beliefs. B．Our behaviors weaken our understandings of life. C．Open communication makes it possible for us to change. D．Keeping silent allows us time to live up to our standards. 4. What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this passage? A．To encourage people to stay true to their beliefs. B．To prove the importance of having the right values. C．To compare different ways to deal with discomfort. D．To discuss the influence of people’s improper actions. 一、重难词汇（12 个） discomfort /dɪsˈkʌmfət/n. 不安，不适感 value /ˈvæljuː/n. 价值观 v. 重视 balance /ˈbæləns/n. 平衡 attraction /əˈtrækʃn/n. 诱惑，吸引力 discourage /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/v. 使人沮丧，阻碍 address /əˈdres/v. 处理，解决 mindfulness /ˈmaɪndfəlnəs/n. 自省，觉察 reflect /rɪˈflekt/v. 反思，思考 compassion /kəmˈpæʃn/n. 体恤，自我包容 align /əˈlaɪn/v. 使一致，匹配 divide /dɪˈvaɪd/n. 隔阂，差距 purposeful /ˈpɜːpəsfl/adj. 有目标的，刻意的 二、长难句解析 原句：（第二段最后一句）What’s more, recognizing this disagreement requires coming face to face with uncomfortable truths about ourselves—a process that is as discouraging as it is necessary for growth. 译文：此外，意识到这种矛盾意味着要直面自身令人难堪的真相，这个过程虽令人沮丧，却是自我成长必不可少的一环。 分析：本句为主从复合句。动名词短语 recognizing this disagreement 作句子主语；破折号后 a process 作同位语，指代前面整件事；that 引导定语从句修饰 process；固定结构 as discouraging as it is necessary 表示 “既令人沮丧又必不可少”。 Passage 1 （2026·广东广州·二模）David felt no joy. It was his second week at the new school but he still had no friends. Every time he went up to his classmates, he found a closed circle. The football team had enough players. The art club was full. Everyone had their own groups. During break, he saw some classmates throwing darts and counting the holes on a dartboard. David wondered what they were doing but he couldn’t find the courage to ask. The next day was the Class Fun Day. There were circles all around David. Big, bright hula hoops (呼啦圈). Suddenly someone shouted, “Look at David’s hula hoop.” David had brought an old bicycle tyre (轮胎).He wanted to disappear. Again, he could feel the circle closing, leaving him out. The other children ran out to play. David was left alone. “Why are you in class, David?” Mr Wilson, his maths teacher, asked. “They laughed at my ugly circle,” David replied. “Ah David,” the teacher said. “It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside. Just like pi (π).” Mr Wilson picked up David’s tyre and a big, shiny hula hoop. “Divide the length of the circumference (周长) of this hula hoop by its diameter (直径),” Mr Wilson said. David got 3.14768. “Great! Now divide the circumference of your tyre by its diameter.” David got 3.1463. Mr Wilson smiled. “When we divide the circumference of any circle by its diameter, the number we get is always about 3.14. This is called pi. Whether it is a shiny hula hoop or an old tyre, you will find pi.” David understood what Mr Wilson was trying to tell him. When it came to the laws of maths, his tyre was just as good as a shiny hula hoop. He realized that circles may appear to be closed but they had an open mystery (奥秘) inside them. Then he read a book about pi. In the afternoon, he saw a younger group of children playing a game at the dartboard. “I’m David,” he said. “I read about pi. I know what this is.” The children formed a circle around David. He counted the holes and started doing the maths. The answer was 3.14159. There was a loud cheer. David was finally part of a circle. He felt a sense of wonder. 1. Why did David feel unhappy in his new school at first? A．He was bad at all school subjects. B．He had no friends to play with. C．He disliked his new classmates. D．He failed to join the maths club. 2. How did David become part of a circle? A．By asking the teacher for help. B．By bringing an old bicycle tyre. C．By sharing his maths knowledge. D．By showing his dart-throwing skills. 3. Which of the following has the same meaning as the underlined word? A．The children matter more to her than anything else in the world. B．There is something the matter with my eyes. C．What’s the matter with you? D．All matter is made up of tiny things. 4. What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．Growth takes time. B．Not everything is as it looks. C．Happiness lies in small things. D．Learning is a lifelong journey. Passage 2 （2026·广东广州·二模）If I hadn’t been a struggling violinist, I might have never become a writer. In fourth grade, my school had an orchestra (管弦乐团) program, and I signed up to learn the violin with my friend Amy. We both loved the idea of being in the orchestra and walked together to our music lessons every week. Our orchestra teacher, Mr. Brown, was strict. He told us that if we damaged our instruments, we would be kicked out of the program because the school couldn’t afford new ones. Unfortunately, I wasn’t very good at the violin. One day, while practicing, the bridge of my violin flew off and some parts broke. Scared of Mr. Brown’s reaction, I tried to fix it myself with some glue. But when he saw my bridge, he told me I couldn’t be in the orchestra anymore. Instead, he suggested I join the singing club. I switched to the singing club and found I enjoyed singing with others, even though I didn’t have a great voice. Later, the junior high chorus held auditions (试音) for the All City Honor Chorus, and I was one of only five girls from my school to audition. Because of this, I made the chorus. After a performance, my English teacher asked if anyone in the chorus wanted to write an article for the school newspaper. For some reason, I raised my hand. I loved reading, but I had never thought about writing before. However, when I saw my name and words in print, I knew I wanted to write more. The next year, I became the editor of the school newspaper. I realized that writing was my true passion. Looking back, I understand that if I hadn’t broken my violin and joined the singing club, I might never have discovered my love for writing. Years later, I saw Amy at a reunion. She told me she had become a professional violinist in Australia. I thought, “That could have been me.” But Mr. Brown’s decision led me to a different path — one filled with words and stories. I’m grateful for that turn in my life and for Mr. Brown’s unexpected guidance. 1. Why did the writer leave the orchestra program? A．She found violin lessons too boring to continue. B．She broke her violin and failed to fix it properly. C．Mr. Brown wanted her to join the school newspaper. D．Amy asked her to try singing instead. 2. What led the writer to find her love for writing? A．Her meeting with Amy again at the reunion. B．Her wish to become different from Mr. Brown. C．Her chance to write for the school newspaper. D．Her success in learning the violin again. 3. Which of the following best describes the writer? A．Quiet and talented. B．Shy and careless. C．Positive and open-minded. D．Careful and hardworking. 4. What lesson can we learn from the story? A．Many hands make light work. B．Writing helps people find their voice. C．Success always comes from hard practice. D．An unexpected change can lead to true love. Passage 3 （2026·广东广州·二模）One day, when my mom and I arrived at the dance studio, I found I had left one of my dance shoes at home. I secretly hoped I could skip (不参加) the practice because I was tired of the hard practice and afraid of performing on stage. However, Mom told me Ms. Ling had some old shoes I could borrow. I found a pair that was a size bigger for me and hurried into the classroom, feeling very embarrassed (尴尬的). Ms. Ling announced that there were only four practices left before the final show. That evening before bed, I said to Mom, “I want to quit dancing. Can I learn to play the piano or the guitar instead?” I could imagine Mom’s answer: “Finish what you agreed to do before you start something new.” It was one of her favorite sayings. That was why I was surprised when she said, “I’m going to allow you to decide for yourself this time.” “Really?” I looked at Mom wide-eyed. “But what will your dance partner do if you quit?” she asked. “She won’t mind,” I said. “I don’t think she even knows my name.” The following Friday, my dog Mattie was sick. I decided to quit dancing and looked after Mattie at home. It was quiet and relaxing, nothing like the pressure of performing on stage. The following Saturday, I met my dance partner at a book sale. She smiled gently and said, “Hi, Kami. Where were you yesterday?” “Um, my dog was sick and I took care of her.” It was true, but it sounded like a lie. We talked for a while. I was shocked that she knew my name. I learned that her name was Sylvia. She told me she loved dancing but she was nervous about the show, because her grandmother was going to fly from her hometown to watch her dance. I comforted her and said we would both be fine. After that, I kept thinking of Sylvia. I didn’t want to leave her alone. The next Sunday, I told Mom, “I’m going to finish the dance class. I want to be there for Sylvia in the show.” Just then, I remembered I had found my missing shoe under my bed. Although I was still a little nervous, I wasn’t doing it just for myself. 1. Why did the writer want to skip the dance practice at first? A．Because she didn’t like her dance partner. B．Because she wanted to learn to play the piano or the guitar instead. C．Because she lost her dance shoes. D．Because she found the practice too hard and she was afraid of performing. 2. What made Kami decide to go back to the dance class? A．She missed her dance teacher. B．She loved practicing dancing very much. C．She was asked to keep dancing by her mom. D．She didn’t want to leave her partner Sylvia alone. 3. How did Kami’s feelings change according to the passage? A．angry→shocked→relaxed B．embarrassed→shocked→determined C．tired→embarrassed→angry D．surprised→embarrassed→relaxed 4. What can we infer from the story? A．Sylvia didn’t know the writer at all. B．Kami learned the meaning of being there for others. C．Ms. Ling would ask Kami to leave the dance class. D．The writer’s mom was strict and never listened to her. Passage 4 （2026·广东深圳·模拟预测）根据短文内容从六个选项中，选择五个还原到文中。(共5小题，每小题2分) Courage is often thought to be one of the important spirits everyone needs. Then what is courage? 1   One isn’t necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. Kids build courage as they are growing up. Many people talk about connections between courage and fear. Courage always stands side by side with fear. If there is no fear, there is no need for courage. 2 Courage doesn’t only mean great actions such as saving one’s life or taking a big risk. 3 For example, we show courage when we raise our hand to answer a hard question during class or try a new sport. 4 Can you be kind to the new kid in class? Can you listen to the new person in your group? Or can you stand up for someone in need? Often, these things don’t come with praise, but they need courage. 5 When we become brave enough to face failure, we’ll be more willing to try new things and try again after we fail. Courage doesn’t always shout. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says, “I’ll try again tomorrow.” A．Learning to fail is another important part of courage. B．Courage is in everyday choices we make. C．It is the ability to do something difficult. D．Courage also means the smaller actions of our everyday lives. E．You should learn to speak in public. F．Courage is the ability to do what makes you feel afraid. 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 15 / 15 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $