Unit 5 Art 人与社会：艺术生活（单元阅读精练）英语新教材北师大版九年级上册

Unit 5 Art人与社会：艺术生活 单元阅读精练 版块 语篇 题型 体裁 内容简介 时文阅读 Passage A 阅读理解 说明文 主要讲述中国非遗走进列车，在火车上展示各地非遗文化，介绍非遗列车的优势、面临的挑战以及它对世界文化保护的借鉴意义。 真题示例 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 讲述文物修复专家樊再轩扎根沙漠四十余年，专门修复敦煌壁画，攻克盐分破坏壁画难题，修复数百平米壁画，还培养大批青年修复人才，默默守护古代艺术瑰宝。 Passage2 阅读理解 说明文 介绍中国近代美术先驱徐悲鸿的一生经历。 模拟演练 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了2026年央视春晚的舞蹈节目《荷花神》 Passage2 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了科学家发现梵高的画作《星夜》中的漩涡图案与大气流体运动规律相符，展现了艺术与科学的结合。 Passage3 阅读理解 说明文 介绍雄安白洋淀的非遗芦苇画 Passage4 阅读理解 说明文 介绍秦腔的悠久起源，讲述它在90年代因流行音乐冲击走向衰落，后经政府扶持、创新改编重新受到年轻人喜爱，展现秦腔从兴盛、没落再到复苏的历程。 Passage5 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了重庆铜梁火龙舞的历史起源、表演形式、文化价值、国内外影响以及如今的经济价值。 Passage6 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了中国非物质文化遗产——社火。 Passage7 阅读理解 说明文 主要讲述了中国葫芦烙画工艺的历史、发展，以及北京第四代传承人牛成国对这项传统技艺的传承与推广，展现了传统工艺的魅力与国际影响力。 Passage8 阅读理解 说明文 从地理位置、历史沿革、建筑特色和文化价值四个方面，全面介绍了江南三大名楼之一——岳阳楼。 Passage9 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了三幅世界名画：梵高的《星夜》；蒙克的《呐喊》；马格利特的《光之帝国》。 1.Art is a lie that tells the truth. (Picasso, Spanish painter) 美术是揭示真理的谎言。(西班牙画家 毕加索) 2.Art is long, and time is fleeting. (Longfellow, American poet)艺术是永恒的，时间则是瞬息即逝的。(美国诗人 朗费罗) 3.Art is not a handicraft, it is the transmission of feeling theorist has experienced. (Len Tolstoy, Russian writer) 艺术不是手艺，它是艺术家的体验到的感情的传递。(俄国作家托尔斯泰。) 4.Art is the mold of feeling as language is the mold of thought. (Susanne Langer, American philosopher) 艺术是感情的模制品，犹如语言是思想的模制品。(美国哲学家 兰格 ) Passage A（中国非遗走进列车） Have you ever wondered what else you can do on the train besides sleeping or scrolling through your phone (刷手机)? Actually, in China, trains have turned into centres which bring together the public and the nation’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH非物质文化遗产). Trains go across China and they are becoming good places for introducing local traditional culture. A good example is the K5041 train from Harbin to Mohe in Northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Orogen (鄂伦春族) folk songs and his partner played the Orogen jaw harp (口弦琴), a musical instrument. Tourists on the train, especially those from southern China, sang and danced excitedly with the two performers together. Gulayier said the train made it easier to hold tourists’ attention to his shows. More ICH such as Qinhuai lanterns from Nanjing, Yulin puppet shows (木偶戏), and tea-picking operas in Guangxi have also made appearances on high-speed trains across China. It offers passengers a close-up way to experience traditional culture. Professor Xiao Fang from Beijing Normal University shares Gulayier’s opinion on the new use of ICH trains. He has pointed out another advantage of this. It also offers help for tourism. When passengers enjoy local traditions on board, they often develop a deeper interest in learning about the places they pass through. However, the ICH train journeys still have challenges, including the narrow space on trains and passengers getting on and off at each station. Therefore, some solutions are coming up: cultural corners show traditional arts, and QR codes (二维码) connect to more information. These help passengers to experience ICH in their own ways and continue learning after their journey ends. The success of ICH trains offers valuable lessons for cultural protection worldwide, showing that creativity and tradition can work together to keep cultural heritage alive for future generations. 1．What do we know about the K5041 train from the passage? A．It runs from southern China to Heilongjiang Province. B．Gulayier performed Orogen folk songs on this train. C．It only carries tourists who are interested in ICH. 2．The underlined phrase “made appearances” in Paragraph 3 probably means “_______”. A．showed up B．took off C．passed by 3．What is another advantage of ICH trains mentioned by Professor Xiao Fang? A．They help reduce the number of passengers on trains. B．They make trains more comfortable for travelers. C．They provide support for the tourism industry. 4．What challenge do ICH train journeys face? A．Tourists are not interested in traditional culture. B．There is not enough space on the trains. C．Performers refuse to work on trains. 5．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．ICH trains have solved all their challenges. B．ICH trains are popular only in China. C．ICH trains set a good example for Chinese cultural protection. 长难句解析 原句：（“A good example is the K5041 train from Harbin to Mohe in Northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Oroqen folk songs” 译文：一个典型的例子是开往中国东北黑龙江省漠河市的K5041次列车。在该列火车上，身着传统服饰的古拉依尔演唱了鄂伦春族民歌。 【答案与解析】 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述中国非遗走进列车，在火车上展示各地非遗文化，介绍非遗列车的优势、面临的挑战以及它对世界文化保护的借鉴意义。 【详解】1．第二段举例说明：“A good example is the K5041 train from Harbin to Mohe in Northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Oroqen folk songs”，这直接说明Gulayier在这趟列车上演唱鄂伦春民歌。 2．第三段描述现象：“More ICH such as Qinhuai lanterns from Nanjing, Yulin puppet shows, and tea‑picking operas in Guangxi have also made appearances on high‑speed trains across China”，结合上下文可知各类非遗也在高铁上亮相、展出，因此“made appearances”意为“露面”，与showed up意思相近。 3．第四段肖芳教授提出：“It also offers help for tourism”，这直接说明非遗列车的另一优势是为旅游业提供支持。 4．第五段点明困境：“However, the ICH train journeys still have challenges, including the narrow space on trains”，由此可知非遗列车面临的难题是火车上空间不足。 5．最后一段总结意义：“The success of ICH trains offers valuable lessons for cultural protection worldwide, showing that creativity and tradition can work together to keep cultural heritage alive for future generations”，说明非遗列车为文化保护树立了良好范例。 译文 你是否曾经好奇，在火车上除了睡觉或者刷手机之外，还能做些什么？事实上，在中国，火车已经成为将民众和国家非物质文化遗产汇聚在一起的平台。 火车驰骋祖国大地，正成为展示地方传统文化的良好载体。由黑龙江哈尔滨开往漠河的K5041次列车就是一个很好的例子。在这趟非遗列车上，古拉伊尔身着传统服饰，演唱鄂伦春族民歌，他的搭档演奏鄂伦春口弦琴这种乐器。列车上的游客，尤其是来自中国南方的游客，兴致勃勃地和两位表演者一同载歌载舞。古拉伊尔说，在火车上表演，更容易吸引游客关注他的节目。 更多非物质文化遗产，例如南京秦淮花灯、榆林木偶戏、广西采茶戏，也纷纷亮相于全国各地的高铁。这让乘客可以近距离感受传统文化。 北京师范大学的肖方教授，对于非遗列车这一新形式，和古拉伊尔有着相同的看法。他还指出了另一项优势：它也助力旅游业发展。当乘客在车上领略地方传统文化时，往往会产生更加浓厚的兴趣，想要深入了解沿途经过的地域。 然而，非遗主题列车之旅依旧面临不少难题，例如车厢空间狭小，还有每一站都有乘客上下车。对此，人们想出了一些解决办法：设置文化角展示传统技艺，通过二维码获取更多相关资料。这些举措方便乘客以适合自己的方式体验非物质文化遗产，并且在旅途结束之后继续学习了解。 非遗列车的成功，为世界范围内的文化保护提供了宝贵经验，证明创新与传统可以相辅相成，让文化遗产代代相传。 1.I would like to introduce a painting I like very much.我想向大家介绍一幅我非常喜欢的画作。 2.It’s a traditional art with a long history, and I love it because it shows the beauty of nature in a quiet and elegant way.这是一幅历史悠久的传统艺术作品，我喜爱它，因为它以一种宁静而优雅的方式展现了大自然的美丽。 3.This painting is simple but very powerful.这幅画作虽简朴却极具感染力 4.Although the painting uses few colours, it is very meaningful because it shows strength and freedom.。尽管画面所用色彩不多，但其蕴含深意——它展现了力量与自由。 5.When I look at it, I feel excited and encouraged, and it reminds me to keep moving forward. 每当我凝视它时，心中都会感到兴奋与鼓舞，它也提醒我继续前行 6.Whenever I look at it, I feel peaceful, and it makes me think deeply about beauty and art.；而每次看到它，我都会感到宁静，这让我对美与艺术产生深刻的思考。 Passage1 （2026·甘肃天水·中考真题） Deep in the desert, a man has spent more than forty years solving the “illness” of ancient paintings. His name is Fan Zaixuan. He is an expert at protecting and repairing wall paintings in the Dunhuang Academy (敦煌研究院). In fact, the “patients” are the ancient wall paintings. The wall paintings in Dunhuang Mogao Caves are beautiful. However, after thousands of years, their surfaces slowly come off and fall down, which makes people feel sad. Fan Zaixuan works hard to repair these art works. For the peeling parts, he first adds special glue and smooths them slowly and carefully. It is more difficult to repair the broken areas. Workers must take away harmful salt that breaks the paintings. To solve this problem, Fan Zaixuan and his team have been working for eight years and finally found a practical way. They turned the harmful salt into water and developed new materials to take in the liquid (液体). So far, the research team led by Fan Zaixuan has repaired more than 500m² of broken wall paintings in Mogao Caves. These ancient treasures shine again and keep their beauty after thousands of years. Fan Zaixuan says his daily work is to protect ancient wall paintings and keep their natural looks. To his relief, over the past forty years, he has trained hundreds of young workers for cultural protection organizations across the country. Now, a new team of repairers has joined in the repair work of these valuable paintings. Fan Zaixuan has spent all his time and energy on his work. He protects the ancient art silently and has become a part of these wonderful paintings through time. 阅读以上材料，回答下列各小题。 1．How long did Fan Zaixuan’s team spend finding the method to repair broken wall areas? A．40 years. B．8 years. C．5 years. D．10 years. 2．What problem did the wall paintings face? A．The color of the paintings changed a lot. B．The surface of the paintings turned dark. C．The surface of the paintings come off. D．People did harm to the wall paintings. 3．What does the underlined word “relief” probably mean? A．Joy. B．Shock. C．Disappointment. D．Sadness. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Fan’s team repaired less than 500m² of the wall paintings. B．Fan repairs the wall paintings only by taking harmful salt away. C．Young workers refuse to take part in wall painting repair work. D．Harmful salt is one of the reasons for the broken wall paintings. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Beautiful Wall Paintings in Dunhuang B．Practical Ways to Protect Old Cultural Relics C．Fan Zaixuan: A Protector of Ancient Paintings D．The Long History of Dunhuang Ancient Art 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文讲述文物修复专家樊再轩扎根沙漠四十余年，专门修复敦煌壁画，攻克盐分破坏壁画难题，修复数百平米壁画，还培养大批青年修复人才，默默守护古代艺术瑰宝。 【详解】1．原文第三段“Fan Zaixuan and his team have been working for eight years and finally found a practical way.”，团队花费8年找到修复破损壁画区域的方法。 2．原文第二段“after thousands of years, their surfaces slowly come off and fall down”，壁画面临的问题是表层脱落。 3．原文第四段“To his relief, over the past forty years, he has trained hundreds of young workers…”，他培养出数百名青年修复人员，这件事让他欣慰、开心。relief此处含义接近joy“喜悦、宽慰”。 4．原文第三段“Workers must take away harmful salt that breaks the paintings”，盐分是破坏壁画、造成破损的元凶之一，选项D表述正确。 5．全文核心人物是樊再轩，讲述他数十年守护、修复敦煌古壁画的事迹，因此选项C“Fan Zaixuan: A Protector of Ancient Paintings”最能概括全文。 Passage2 （2026·江苏连云港·中考真题）Xu Beihong was a pioneer of 20th century Chinese art, well known for his traditional ink-and-wash paintings of horses and birds. He was one of the first Chinese artists to explore the techniques (技巧) of oil paintings. Born in 1895 in Yixing, Jiangsu, Xu Beihong showed a strong interest in arts since childhood. He began studying the Chinese Classics from his father when he was six. Xu spent much time helping out on his family’s farm. He would paint what he noticed in nature. In 1912, his father fell ill. Xu became the breadwinner of the family and began teaching arts in all kinds of schools. In 1917, he began to teach at Peking University at the invitation of Cai Yuanpei. Beginning in 1919, Xu studied oil painting and drawing in Paris. His travels around Europe allowed him to explore Western art techniques. He studied the bone structure (骨架) and movement of horses. Such knowledge is clear in his works. But his excellent ink brushwork truly brought his horses to life. Through his art, Xu gave the world a new way of understanding horses, celebrating their beauty, strength and spirit. In 1923, Xu’s oil painting was shown at the French National Art Exhibition (展览). Later, he received invitations from many European cities to hold exhibitions internationally. After returning home in 1927, Xu took an active part in art education. He focused on developing creativity with students. He also encouraged his students to learn from foreign artworks. “There is no other way to learn art, but to keep practising,” Xu once said. In 1933, Xu organized an exhibition of modern Chinese painting in Paris. It drew in lots of attention and was then moved to Belgium, Milan, Moscow, and other places. Between 1939 and 1941, Xu travelled to Southeast Asia, holding exhibitions in Singapore and India. All the money from these exhibitions went to Chinese people who were suffering because of the war. 1．Which of the following shows the correct order of Xu’s life experiences? a. Xu began exploring Western art techniques. b. Xu got his oil painting shown internationally. c. Xu began teaching arts to support his family. d. Xu was invited to teach at Peking University. e. Xu began studying Chinese arts with his father. A．ecdab B．aebdc C．ebcda D．abedc 2．Why did Xu study the bone structure and movement of horses? A．To help horses grow stronger. B．To train horses in a wiser way. C．To draw artworks of horses better. D．To raise horses on his family’s farm. 3．Which of the following best shows Xu’s idea in art education? A．Goals push us forward. B．Practice makes perfect. C．Confidence is the key to success. D．Interest is the best teacher. 4．What does the last paragraph mainly talk about? A．The exhibitions in Southeast Asia. B．Xu’s travelling plan across the world. C．Xu’s success in art and love of country. D．The development of modern Chinese art. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文介绍中国近代美术先驱徐悲鸿的一生经历。 【详解】1．第二段“He began studying the Chinese Classics from his father when he was six.”六岁跟着父亲学国学，对应e；“In 1912, his father fell ill. Xu became the breadwinner of the family and began teaching arts in all kinds of schools.”1912年父亲生病，靠教书养家，对应c；“In 1917, he began to teach at Peking University at the invitation of Cai Yuanpei.”1917年受邀去北大任教，对应d；第三段“Beginning in 1919, Xu studied oil painting and drawing in Paris.”1919年去巴黎学习，钻研西方绘画技巧，对应a；最后一段“In 1923, Xu’s oil painting was shown at the French National Art Exhibition (展览). Later, he received invitations from many European cities to hold exhibitions internationally.”1923年油画登上法国国家级画展，走向国际展出，对应b。 2．第三段“He studied the bone structure (骨架) and movement of horses. Such knowledge is clear in his works. But his excellent ink brushwork truly brought his horses to life.”说明他研究马的骨骼、动态是为了把马画得栩栩如生，更好地创作马匹画作。 3．第五段“‘There is no other way to learn art, but to keep practising,’ Xu once said.”学艺术唯有不断练习，对应谚语：熟能生巧。 4．最后一段主要介绍了他在多国举办中国画展，艺术享誉海外；画展全部收入捐给战争受难同胞，体现爱国情怀，即他在艺术方面的成就与爱国之情。 Passage 1 （2026·宁夏吴忠·三模） The Flower Goddesses: A Dance of Beauty and Culture The 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala presented a wonderful dance program called He Hua Shen (Ode to the Flower Goddesses). It was not just a dance; it was a beautiful story about traditional Chinese culture. Many people, especially the young, loved it and called it the most wonderful show of the evening. The dance was inspired by a beautiful jade pendant (玉佩) from the Qing Dynasty in the Palace Museum. This pendant had special flowers carved (雕刻) on it for each month of the year. Following this idea, the dance told stories of the “Twelve Flower Goddesses”. Each goddess stood for a different flower. These flowers are not just pretty; they carry deep cultural meanings in China, such as purity (纯洁), strength, and good luck. The show was a perfect mix of the old and the new. The dancers wore beautiful costumes (演出服) with ancient patterns. Their designs came from real clothes found in museums, so they looked very historical. The stage, however, used modern technology like AI to create magical backgrounds. For example, when the peach blossom (桃花) goddess appeared, the stage looked like a garden full of peach trees. This clever use of technology made the ancient story feel fresh and exciting. He Hua Shen was more than just entertainment. It helped people learn about Chinese history, poems, and art in a fun way. By connecting traditional culture with modern stage skills, the program made young people feel proud of their heritage (遗产). It successfully showed the charm of Eastern aesthetics (东方美学) to the world and reminded everyone of the beauty that comes with the changing seasons. 1．Why does the author say that the flowers in the dance “carry deep cultural meanings”? A．Because they are very beautiful and colorful. B．Because they symbolize values like purity, strength, and good luck. C．Because they are rare and difficult to grow. D．Because they were carved on a valuable jade pendant. 2．Why does the author mention “peach blossom goddess” in paragraph 3? A．To show that the dancers wore real flowers. B．To give an example of how AI created a magical scene. C．To explain why peach blossoms are the most important flower. D．To compare the dance with a famous poem. 3．From the passage, we can infer (推断) that ________. A．the Qing Dynasty jade pendant had twelve different kinds of flowers on it B．the costumes in the dance had nothing to do with history C．He Hua Shen told people how to make ancient costumes D．He Hua Shen is too difficult to be understood 4．What is the main purpose of the program “He Hua Shen”? A．To win international awards for Chinese dance. B．To provide pure entertainment for the audience. C．To promote the sale of jade pendants from the Palace Museum. D．To help people learn about Chinese history, poems, and art in a fun way. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了2026年央视春晚的舞蹈节目《荷花神》（Ode to the Flower Goddesses）。文章阐述了该节目的灵感来源（清代玉佩）、文化内涵（十二花神及其象征意义）、艺术特色（传统服饰与现代AI技术的结合）以及其教育意义（以有趣的方式传播中国历史、诗歌和艺术，增强文化自信）。 【详解】1．第二段明确指出：“These flowers are not just pretty; they carry deep cultural meanings in China, such as purity (纯洁), strength, and good luck.”，说明花朵承载深厚文化意义是因为它们象征着纯洁、力量和好运等价值观。 2．第三段提到舞台使用了现代科技如AI来创造魔法般的背景，紧接着举例：“For example, when the peach blossom (桃花) goddess appeared, the stage looked like a garden full of peach trees.”，因此提及桃花女神是为了举例说明AI如何创造出神奇的场景。 3．根据文章第二段“This pendant had special flowers carved on it for each month of the year.”（这件玉佩上雕刻着代表一年中每个月份的特殊花卉。）可知，一年有12个月，因此可以推断出清代玉佩上雕刻了12种不同的花卉，选项A正确。选项B与第三段“Their designs came from real clothes found in museums”不符；选项C，文章未提及教人制作服装；选项D与第一段“Many people... loved it”及最后段“in a fun way”不符。 4．据文章最后一段第二句“It helped people learn about Chinese history, poems, and art in a fun way.”（它以一种有趣的方式帮助人们了解中国的历史、诗歌和艺术。）可知，节目的主要目的是寓教于乐，传播文化知识。选项A、C文章未提及，选项B与“more than just entertainment”不符。 Passage2 （2026·江苏盐城·三模） Have you ever looked at Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting The Starry Night and felt like the sky was moving? It turns out your eyes weren’t playing tricks on you. There’s a scientific reason. A team of researchers has found that the swirling (旋动的) patterns in van Gogh’s great work are actually very similar to the real movement of air in the sky! The researchers used clever methods to study van Gogh’s brushstrokes. They found that these patterns match two important ideas in the study of how water and gases move. Don’t worry if these words sound abstruse—let’s explain them in an easy way. One of these ideas, called Kolmogorov’s law, describes how energy moves from larger to smaller parts in a moving fluid (流体). Imagine a big swirl breaking down into smaller and smaller ones. This is what happens in the sky and oceans…and amazingly, it’s exactly what van Gogh’s brushstrokes show in The Starry Night. Finding this pattern in a painting is uncommon, which makes the discovery even more exciting. “It shows that van Gogh had a deep and natural understanding of nature,” says Yongxiang Huang, the head of the study. The research also creates new chances for art and science to connect with each other. It tells us that beauty and science can go hand in hand instead of being opposite. So, the next time you look at The Starry Night, keep in mind that it is more than a wonderful artwork. It shows the active moving air around us, a great combination of art and science. 1．Why does the writer start the passage with a question? A．To make ideas easy to understand. B．To attract the readers’ interest. C．To guide the readers to take action. D．To deepen readers’ understanding. 2．What does the word “abstruse” probably mean in Paragraph 2? A．Easy to explain. B．Interesting to learn. C．Hard to understand. D．Important to remember. 3．Which of the following best shows Kolmogorov’s law? A． B． C． D． 4．What can be the best title for the passage? A．Van Gogh: A Lover of Natural Rules B．The Starry Night: Art Shows Sky’s Secret C．The Starry Night: Beauty Meets Scientific Truth D．Van Gogh: A Talented Artist and Natural Scientist 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了科学家发现梵高的画作《星夜》中的漩涡图案与大气流体运动规律相符，展现了艺术与科学的结合。 【详解】1．文章开篇以《星夜》画作中天空仿佛在动这一现象提问，引发读者好奇，从而吸引他们继续阅读。 2．第二段“Don’t worry if these words sound abstruse—let’s explain them in an easy way.”表明，如果这些词听起来“abstruse”，作者会用简单的方式解释，因此abstruse意为“难懂的”。 3．第三段“energy moves from larger to smaller parts...a big swirl breaking down into smaller and smaller ones”指出，Kolmogorov定律描述的是大涡旋分解成小涡旋的过程。图中应呈现由大到小的旋涡序列。 4．文章主要讲述梵高的《星夜》中的旋涡图案与大气流体运动规律相符，体现了艺术与科学的结合。C项“The Starry Night: Beauty Meets Scientific Truth”准确概括了这一主题。 Passage3 （2026·河北邯郸·三模）Baiyangdian Lake lies in Xiong’an New Area. Reeds (芦苇) are the most precious gift of this beautiful water town. Besides enjoying its lovely lake views, make sure you don’t miss a special treasure in Baiyangdian — reed painting, an intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产) that you can hold in your own hands. This traditional craft started in the Ming and Qing dynasties. Workers choose good reeds with long stems (茎) and soft skin. They do not use any colorful paint. They only use the natural color of reeds and a special burning technique to make pictures of flowers, birds, ducks and mountains. Making reed paintings takes many steps. People pick the best reeds first, and then iron each piece to make it flat before cutting them into different shapes. Then comes the most important step, scorching (烙烫). Workers use a special tool to create light and dark colors. It takes many years to learn this skill well. Liu Yongle is a 59-year-old reed painting artist. He has worked on this craft for many years. His paintings are lively: cute ducks, strong lions and pure lotus flowers (荷花) all look real. Now Liu wants more people to know this traditional art. He opens a workshop for visitors to learn and make their own reed paintings. People can also buy them in shops and libraries nearby. The prices are from tens of yuan to thousands of yuan. When you visit Baiyangdian, you can enjoy the lake scenery and taste local food. You can also take home a reed painting. It is a warm gift full of stories and traditional skills. 1．What’s the writer’s purpose in writing the first paragraph? A．To encourage us to have a trip to Baiyangdian Lake. B．To lead into the topic of the text: reed painting. C．To show the reeds are important to local people. D．To explain why reeds are helpful to Baiyangdian Lake. 2．What is the most important step to make reed paintings? A．Choosing the best reeds. B．Scorching reeds. C．Cutting reeds into different shapes. D．Ironing reeds to make them flat. 3．Why does Liu open the workshop? A．He wants to help the local people to make more money. B．He wants more people to learn about and try reed painting. C．He wants to find some young artists who love reed painting. D．He wants more people to know the importance of reed painting. 4．In which part of a magazine can we probably read the text? A．Art and Culture. B．Sports and Games. C．Science and Technology. D．Life and Health. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文介绍雄安白洋淀的非遗芦苇画，依次讲解了它的起源、原料、制作工序。文章还讲述艺人刘永乐开设工作室推广这项传统手艺，最后推荐游客游览时可选购芦苇画作为特色伴手礼。 【详解】1．第一段首句介绍白洋淀，随后提到芦苇，最后一句明确指出“make sure you don’t miss a special treasure in Baiyangdian — reed painting”，旨在引出本文的核心话题“芦苇画”，下文也均围绕此展开。 2．根据第三段“Then comes the most important step, scorching (烙烫).”可知，制作芦苇画最重要的步骤是烙烫。 3．根据第四段中“He opens a workshop for visitors to learn and make their own reed paintings.”可知，刘永乐开设工作坊是为了让游客学习并尝试制作芦苇画。 4．全文主要介绍了非物质文化遗产“芦苇画”的历史、制作工艺及传承情况，属于传统艺术与文化范畴，因此最可能出现在杂志的“艺术与文化”板块。 Passage4 （2026·陕西延安·三模） Recently, a popular TV drama called Zhu Jue has brought wide public attention to Qinqiang Opera. It tells the story of a young girl who grows into a great Qinqiang artist, showing the beauty and charm of this traditional art. Qinqiang Opera is one of China’s oldest operas. It began from old folk songs and dances in Shaanxi and Gansu provinces. People call it the “oldest form” of Chinese opera because of its strong music and emotional (情感的) stories. Historical records show it started during the Qin Dynasty (221 BC—207 BC). The opera shows the daily lives, hard work, and emotions of ancient Chinese people. However, in the 1990s, pop and Western music became very popular, and fewer people cared about Qinqiang Opera. Young people especially liked the new music more. Many actors had to leave the stage during this time. Some opera groups closed, and old performance skills were almost forgotten. To make money, artists did other jobs like selling clothes, starting small businesses, or acting in movies. But a few never gave up—they kept practicing secretly to preserve the art. In 2006, things changed when the government named Qinqiang Opera an “important cultural treasure”. This helped people pay attention to it again. Schools started teaching about it, and theaters mixed traditional opera with modern styles to attract young people. Ten years ago, most audiences (观众) were old, but now many young people watch and love Qinqiang Opera. More young actors are joining, too, and schools train them to keep the art alive. The return of Qinqiang Opera not only brings young people back to traditional culture but also shows China’s efforts to protect its history. It proves that old arts can stay meaningful even in today’s fast-changing world. 1．The underlined word “preserve” probably means “________”. A．save B．forget C．change D．introduce 2．Which paragraph tells us how the government helped save Qinqiang Opera? A．Paragraph 1. B．Paragraph 2. C．Paragraph 3. D．Paragraph 4. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Qinqiang Opera started during the Qin Dynasty and has never lost its popularity. B．Young people today show less interest in Qinqiang Opera than they did in the 1990s. C．The government named Qinqiang Opera an “important cultural treasure” in the 1990s. D．Some Qinqiang Opera artists took other jobs in the 1990s but secretly kept practicing. 4．What is the best title of the passage? A．Different Kinds of Traditional Music B．The Rise and Fall of Qinqiang Opera C．How to Learn to Perform Qinqiang Opera D．The History of Traditional Chinese Operas 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．D 4．B 【导语】本文介绍秦腔的悠久起源，讲述它在90年代因流行音乐冲击走向衰落，后经政府扶持、创新改编重新受到年轻人喜爱，展现秦腔从兴盛、没落再到复苏的历程。 【详解】1．前文提到不少演员转行，但少数人没有放弃、偷偷练习，目的是保存、留住这门艺术。preserve与save含义相近。 2．第3段开头“In 2006, things changed when the government named Qinqiang Opera an ‘important cultural treasure’”整段介绍政府、学校、剧院采取的各类扶持保护措施。 3．原文第二段“Many actors had to leave the stage…But a few never gave up—they kept practicing secretly to preserve the art.”，部分演员转行但私下坚持练习。 4．文章完整讲述秦腔起源辉煌（rise）、90年代衰落（fall）、后续复苏的全过程，B选项“秦腔的兴衰”最贴合全文主线。 Passage5 （2026·江苏宿迁·二模）Among all traditional Chinese dragon dances, the Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance is one of the most amazing. It appeared in the Ming Dynasty and became extremely popular in the Qing Dynasty. Every year, as part of traditional Chinese culture, the dragon dance is used to pray for peace and good luck for the new year. According to local beliefs, the Fire Dragon Dance also has the power of driving away disasters and offering wishes for the local community. The performance itself is truly breathtaking. First, the iron is heated to 1,600℃ in eight ovens placed in a circle. Sixteen shirtless men spray the liquid iron into the air, creating beautiful flower-like flames. At the same time, fireworks hidden in the bodies of two golden dragons are lighted. Then you can see fireworks fly from the dragons as 20 shirtless men hold the dragons, making them fly up and down through seas of fire. Along with music, the two fire dragons dance around to offer New Year wishes. The Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (国家级非物质文化遗产) in 2006 and has become one of Chongqing’s cultural icons. It is also known as “China’s No.1 Dragon Dance”. It has not only shone at home but also abroad. It has taken part in major national events such as the 1984, 1999 and 2009 National Day celebrations, as well as the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Moreover, it has visited more than 20 countries including Britain, France and Japan to spread Chinese culture. Nowadays, this ancient tradition is creating new value. There are 35 dance teams and 10 dragon-making teams in Tongliang. Together with tourism, they make about 1 billion yuan a year, creating income for local people. This ancient tradition seems set to continue to fly into the future. 1．What was the Fire Dragon Dance traditionally used to do? A．To show the power of the local people. B．To pray for peace and good luck. C．To train young men in the village. D．To celebrate the harvest. 2．How many shirtless men are needed in the performance according to Paragraph 2? A．16. B．20. C．36. D．40. 3．Which of the following is TRUE about the Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance? A．It was part of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. B．It has only been performed inside China so far. C．It became a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. D．It got the name “China’s No.1 Dragon Dance” because of its history. 4．What is the best title for the passage? A．The History of Chinese Dragon Dances B．How to Perform the Fire Dragon Dance C．Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance: A Living Tradition D．The Economic Value of Chinese Folk Art 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了重庆铜梁火龙舞的历史起源、表演形式、文化价值、国内外影响以及如今的经济价值。 【详解】1．根据第一段中“Every year, as part of traditional Chinese culture, the dragon dance is used to pray for peace and good luck for the new year.”可知，传统上火龙舞是用来为新年祈求和平与好运的，对应选项B。 2．根据第二段中“Sixteen shirtless men spray the liquid iron into the air... At the same time... as 20 shirtless men hold the dragons...”可知，喷铁水的有16人，举龙的有20人，一共需要16+20=36名赤裸上身的男子。 3．根据第三段中“It has taken part in major national events such as the 1984, 1999 and 2009 National Day celebrations, as well as the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.”可知，铜梁火龙舞确实参与了2008年北京奥运会，选项A正确；文中提到它还访问了20多个国家，并非只在中国表演，故选项B错误；它在2006年被列入国家级非物质文化遗产，不是2008年，故 选项C错误；文中未说明“中国第一龙舞”这一名称的由来是历史，故选项D错误。 4．文章围绕铜梁火龙舞展开，介绍了它的历史、表演、文化地位、国内外影响和当代价值，“Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance: A Living Tradition（铜梁火龙舞：一种鲜活的传统）”能全面概括全文内容，是最合适的标题。 Passage6 （25-26九年级上·宁夏固原·期中）Have you ever taken part in the traditional folk celebration Shehuo (社火)? It is a national-level intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产). The celebration is always performed outdoors during the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival. It carries people’s wishes for good weather and good luck in the coming year. In fact, Shehuo has a long history in Ningxia. The Gaotai Horse Shehuo (高台马社火) of Longde County plays an important part in the folk culture of Ningxia. It combines (结合) the Gaotai Shehuo, which is performed on a stand (架子), and the Horse Shehuo, which is performed on horseback. The performers of the Gaotai Horse Shehuo are usually children around 10 years old. They wear colorful costumes (服装) and have heavy make - up, looking like characters from Chinese operas. It is not easy to be a performer of Gaotai Horse Shehuo. They must be brave and careful, and they must understand traditional operas. They also need to know how to ride a horse. Nowadays, for the better inheritance (传承) of Shehuo, many places in Northwest China are actively holding “intangible cultural heritage into schools (非遗进校园)” activities. In many primary and middle schools in Ningxia, Shehuo has become an important part of after-school activities. By learning Shehuo performances, students not only get to know traditional culture, but also develop team spirit and an interest in art. Shehuo is not just a fun performance, but also a valuable part of Chinese culture. By learning and taking part in Shehuo, young students can help keep this tradition alive. 1．What’s the meaning of holding Shehuo activities according to the passage? A．To pass down traditional folk culture. B．To make the Spring Festival more exciting. C．To show special festival performance skills. D．To wish for good weather and luck in the new year. 2．What abilities must Gaotai Horse Shehuo performers have? ①Being brave and careful. ②Being humorous. ③Understanding traditional operas. ④Knowing how to ride a horse. A．①②③ B．①②④ C．①③④ D．②③④ 3．What does the writer think of teenagers learning and joining Shehuo? A．Worrying. B．Meaningful. C．Boring. D．Crazy. 4．Which can be a suitable title for the passage? A．The History of Chinese Traditional Festivals B．The Ways to Become a Skilled Shehuo Performer C．The Amazing Intangible Cultural Heritage: Shehuo D．The Reasons for Children Learning to Perform Shehuo 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国非物质文化遗产——社火。 【详解】1．根据文章第三段第一句“Nowadays, for the better inheritance of Shehuo, many places…are actively holding…activities”（如今，为了更好地传承社火，许多地方……积极举办……活动）以及最后一段提到的帮助学生“keep this tradition alive”（让这一传统延续下去），可知举办社火活动的主要意义在于传承传统民俗文化。虽然第一段提到了祈求好运，那是社火庆祝本身承载的愿望，而举办活动（特别是进校园）的核心目的是传承。 2．根据文章第二段倒数第二、三句“They must be brave and careful, and they must understand traditional operas. They also need to know how to ride a horse.”（他们必须勇敢且细心，必须懂传统戏曲。他们还需要知道如何骑马。）可知，表演者需要具备的能力包括①勇敢细心、③懂传统戏曲、④会骑马。文中未提及②幽默感。因此选C。 3．根据文章第三段提到的学生可以“get to know traditional culture”（了解传统文化）、“develop team spirit”（培养团队精神）以及最后一段评价社火是“valuable part of Chinese culture”（中国文化宝贵的一部分），可知作者认为青少年学习和参与社火是有意义的（Meaningful）。A（担心）、C（无聊）、D（疯狂）均不符合文意。 4．文章第一段介绍了社火是非物质文化遗产，第二段介绍了宁夏高台马社火的特点，第三、四段讲述了社火的传承及其价值。整篇文章围绕“社火”这一非物质文化遗产展开。C选项“神奇的非物质文化遗产：社火”最能概括全文主题。A选项范围太大，B和D选项只涵盖了文章的局部内容。 Passage7 （2026·江苏宿迁·二模）Gourds (葫芦) have a history of 7,000 years in China. These special-shaped plants are used for cooking delicious dishes as well as making musical instruments. But today we are talking about the pyrography craft (烙画工艺) on gourds. The craft originated during the Han Dynasty at first and entered its golden age during the Qing Dynasty. Many cities of China like Tianjin and Beijing are well-known for such gourds. Take the craft from Beijing as an example. As the family’s fourth-generation inheritor (继承人) of Beijing’s gourd-pyrography craft, Niu Chengguo has been working hard on the craft for about 40 years. With his great love for beautiful things, Niu has kept improving his art skills and created many works of art. “When I was a little boy, I was deeply touched by the lively patterns (图案) on gourds which were created by my grandpa. I began studying how to create the artworks with the help of my grandpa when I was 11 years old.” said Niu. Niu’s efforts to create wonderful artworks paid off, as his artworks sold well in many countries in Southeast Asia, Europe and America. Many of his works have appeared in different cultural exchange (交流) activities. As a result, the gourd-pyrography craft is becoming more popular. In 2021, Niu started to provide a platform to help visitors enjoy the beauty of the gourd craft. “I just want to make the traditional craft known and liked by more people,” Niu said. 1．What can gourds be used for today according to Paragraph 1? A．Holding dishes. B．Making music. C．Making houses. D．Creating artworks. 2．What does the underlined word “originated” mean in Paragraph 2? A．returned B．appeared C．spread D．stopped 3．What does the third paragraph mainly talk about? A．How hard Niu learned the craft. B．How Niu developed an interest in the craft. C．Why Niu’s grandpa taught himself the craft. D．What Niu has done to improve his artistic skills. 4．Which statement is TRUE according to the passage? A．Niu’s works have an influence on cultural exchanges. B．Niu’s works are only popular in most Asian countries. C．Niu’s works helped visitors create their own gourd artworks. D．Niu is a third-generation inheritor of the craft in his family. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了中国葫芦烙画工艺的历史、发展，以及北京第四代传承人牛成国对这项传统技艺的传承与推广，展现了传统工艺的魅力与国际影响力。 【详解】1．第一段直接指出“But today we are talking about the pyrography craft ( 烙画工艺) on gourds.”，说明葫芦可用于创作艺术品。 2．第二段提到“The craft originated during the Han Dynasty”，结合后文“entered its golden age during the Qing Dynasty”，可知“originated”意为“起源、出现”，对应选项“appeared”。 3．第三段引用牛成国的话，讲述了他小时候被爷爷的葫芦烙画图案打动，11岁时在爷爷帮助下开始学习这项技艺，主要说明他是如何对这项工艺产生兴趣的，对应选项“How Niu developed an interest in the craft”。 4．文中提到“Many of his works have appeared in different cultural exchange activities”，说明他的作品对文化交流有影响，对应选项“Niu’s works have an influence on cultural exchanges”。 Passage8 （2026·江苏盐城·一模） China has many ancient towers. They are famous not only for their beautiful appearance and smart building designs, but also for their close connections with Chinese literature and art. Among these towers, Yueyang Tower is one of the best examples. Yueyang Tower lies in Hunan Province, in the south-central part of China. It faces Dongting Lake, which is one of the largest freshwater lakes in China. History of Yueyang Tower It was first built during the Three Kingdoms Period (220—280 AD). At the beginning, it was used as a high platform (平台) for army training. Later, it was called the Baling Tower after the name of a nearby city. During the Tang Dynasty (618—907 AD), Baling City was renamed Yueyang City and the tower became Yueyang Tower. The tower has been repaired and rebuilt many times over the years. The one we see today was completed in 1879 during the Qing Dynasty. ▲ The tower has three floors and is 25.35 meters high, with an area of 251 square meters. It is special because it is made completely of wood, with no nails or rivets (铆钉). Moreover, instead of different kinds of hip roofs (屋顶) commonly seen in China, its roof looks like ancient helmets. Now, in China, it is the largest surviving ancient building that features a helmet roof. Cultural value of Yueyang Tower Standing on the tower, people can enjoy amazing views of Dongting Lake. So, it has long been a popular place for visitors and artists. Many famous poets in Chinese history, including Li Bai, Du Fu, and Bai Juyi, wrote widely read poems. However, none of them is as popular as the article, On Yueyang Tower (岳阳楼记), written by Fan Zhongyan (989—1052 AD). Today, his famous words “To be the first to worry about the nation’s troubles, and the last to enjoy the nation’s happiness” encourage people to care more about the country and people than themselves, and do more good things for the nation. Yueyang Tower is widely known as one of the Three Great Towers south of the Yangtze River. There is no doubt that it is one of the treasures of traditional Chinese culture. 1．Where is Yueyang Tower located? A． B． C． D． 2．Which title can be put in the ▲ ? A．Materials of Yueyang Tower B．Features of Yueyang Tower C．Roof Style of Yueyang Tower D．Art works of Yueyang Tower 3．What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Living without any worries. B．Always living a happy life. C．Putting the country and people before self. D．Caring more about other people. 4．What can we learn about the Yueyang Tower? A．The tower we see today was finished in 1879. B．It is the largest ancient building with a helmet roof. C．Most poets came here just to enjoy wonderful sights. D．It lies in south-central China facing the Yangtze river. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文从地理位置、历史沿革、建筑特色和文化价值四个方面，全面介绍了江南三大名楼之一——岳阳楼。 【详解】1．原文第一段“Yueyang Tower lies in Hunan Province, in the south-central part of China.”明确说明岳阳楼位于中国中南部的湖南省。 2．第二段介绍了岳阳楼的高度、面积、建筑材料、屋顶样式等多个建筑特点，B“岳阳楼的特征”可以完整概括该段内容。 3．划线句是《岳阳楼记》的名句“先天下之忧而忧，后天下之乐而乐”，原文第四段“encourage people to care more about the country and people than themselves,”也补充说明这句话鼓励人们“比起自己，更关心国家和人民”，也就是“把国家和人民放在个人之前”，对应C选项。 4．原文第二段“The tower has been repaired and rebuilt many times over the years. The one we see today was completed in 1879 during the Qing Dynasty.”明确提到我们如今见到的岳阳楼是清朝1879年建成的。 Passage9 （2026·辽宁葫芦岛·二模） The Starry Night was painted in June 1889 during Vincent van Gogh’s stay at a home for the mentally ill. Van Gogh painted what he saw from his window — the night sky with clouds, stars and a moon. He also painted circles of white and yellow racing across the sky. Under this amazing sky, there’s a sleeping village and a dark, lonely tree. His unusual use of color has led experts to think that Van Gogh’s mental illness may have affected his sense of sight (视力). Though Van Gogh thought The Starry Night was a failure, it is now world-famous. The Scream was painted by Edvard Munch in 1893. What makes it striking is that it shows a thin person with an expression of fear — the person’s mouth is wide open and letting out a powerful scream (尖叫). The person covers his or her ears and looks directly at the viewer. This person is set on a bridge above a stormy sea, and against a burning orange-red sky. In his diary, Munch talked about his inspiration. “I was walking down the road with two friends when the sun set; suddenly the sky turned as red as blood… I stood there shaking. Then I heard the scream of nature.” Many experts say the picture is connected to Munch’s mental health problems. The Empire of Light, painted by Belgian artist René Magritte between 1953 and 1954, shows a beautiful house lit by lights from inside, surrounded by the darkness of night. What is strange is that above the house and the tree, we see a daytime sky full of brightness and soft white clouds. It seems mysterious. The Empire of Light has produced different reactions (反应) in viewers. Some feel the painting looks dark and troubling. Others, however, find it calming. As for Magritte himself, he thought the change between day and night was surprising. “I call this power: poetry,” he said. 1．What did Van Gogh paint in The Starry Night? A．A busy street with many people. B．A bright daytime sky with white clouds. C．Many trees and circles of white and yellow racing. D．The night sky, a sleeping village and a lonely tree. 2．Which of the following is about The Scream? A．It came from Vincent van Gogh’s life. B．It was painted in Edvard Munch’s diary. C．It shows a thin person with an expression of fear. D．It’s a scene that happened when the sun rose slowly. 3．What is special about The Empire of Light? A．It mixes night scenes and daytime sky together. B．The house in the painting is really dark inside. C．It was painted in the middle of the 19th century. D．All of the viewers have the same feeling about it. 4．Where is the passage most probably taken from? A．A storybook. B．An art magazine. C．A travel guide. D．A science report. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了三幅世界名画：梵高的《星夜》；蒙克的《呐喊》；马格利特的《光之帝国》。 【详解】1．第一段中提到“Van Gogh painted what he saw from his window—the night sky with clouds, stars and a moon... there’s a sleeping village and a dark, lonely tree.”，所以梵高在《星夜》中画了夜空、沉睡的村庄和一棵孤独的树，选项D正确。 2．第二段中提到“The Scream... shows a thin person with an expression of fear—the person’s mouth is wide open and letting out a powerful scream.”，所以选项C“It shows a thin person with an expression of fear.”正确。 3．第三段中提到“What is strange is that above the house and the tree, we see a daytime sky full of brightness and soft white clouds.”，所以《光之帝国》的特别之处在于它将夜景和白天天空混合在一起，选项A正确。 4．全文介绍三幅世界名画的作者、创作背景、画面内容和艺术特点，属于艺术类内容，最可能出现在艺术杂志上，所以选项B“An art magazine.”正确。 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 2 / 23 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 5 Art人与社会：艺术生活 单元阅读精练 版块 语篇 题型 体裁 内容简介 时文阅读 Passage A 阅读理解 说明文 主要讲述中国非遗走进列车，在火车上展示各地非遗文化，介绍非遗列车的优势、面临的挑战以及它对世界文化保护的借鉴意义。 真题示例 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 讲述文物修复专家樊再轩扎根沙漠四十余年，专门修复敦煌壁画，攻克盐分破坏壁画难题，修复数百平米壁画，还培养大批青年修复人才，默默守护古代艺术瑰宝。 Passage2 阅读理解 说明文 介绍中国近代美术先驱徐悲鸿的一生经历。 模拟演练 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了2026年央视春晚的舞蹈节目《荷花神》 Passage2 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了科学家发现梵高的画作《星夜》中的漩涡图案与大气流体运动规律相符，展现了艺术与科学的结合。 Passage3 阅读理解 说明文 介绍雄安白洋淀的非遗芦苇画 Passage4 阅读理解 说明文 介绍秦腔的悠久起源，讲述它在90年代因流行音乐冲击走向衰落，后经政府扶持、创新改编重新受到年轻人喜爱，展现秦腔从兴盛、没落再到复苏的历程。 Passage5 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了重庆铜梁火龙舞的历史起源、表演形式、文化价值、国内外影响以及如今的经济价值。 Passage6 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了中国非物质文化遗产——社火。 Passage7 阅读理解 说明文 主要讲述了中国葫芦烙画工艺的历史、发展，以及北京第四代传承人牛成国对这项传统技艺的传承与推广，展现了传统工艺的魅力与国际影响力。 Passage8 阅读理解 说明文 从地理位置、历史沿革、建筑特色和文化价值四个方面，全面介绍了江南三大名楼之一——岳阳楼。 Passage9 阅读理解 说明文 介绍了三幅世界名画：梵高的《星夜》；蒙克的《呐喊》；马格利特的《光之帝国》。 1.Art is a lie that tells the truth. (Picasso, Spanish painter) 美术是揭示真理的谎言。(西班牙画家 毕加索) 2.Art is long, and time is fleeting. (Longfellow, American poet)艺术是永恒的，时间则是瞬息即逝的。(美国诗人 朗费罗) 3.Art is not a handicraft, it is the transmission of feeling theorist has experienced. (Len Tolstoy, Russian writer) 艺术不是手艺，它是艺术家的体验到的感情的传递。(俄国作家托尔斯泰。) 4.Art is the mold of feeling as language is the mold of thought. (Susanne Langer, American philosopher) 艺术是感情的模制品，犹如语言是思想的模制品。(美国哲学家 兰格 ) Passage A（中国非遗走进列车） Have you ever wondered what else you can do on the train besides sleeping or scrolling through your phone (刷手机)? Actually, in China, trains have turned into centres which bring together the public and the nation’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH非物质文化遗产). Trains go across China and they are becoming good places for introducing local traditional culture. A good example is the K5041 train from Harbin to Mohe in Northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Orogen (鄂伦春族) folk songs and his partner played the Orogen jaw harp (口弦琴), a musical instrument. Tourists on the train, especially those from southern China, sang and danced excitedly with the two performers together. Gulayier said the train made it easier to hold tourists’ attention to his shows. More ICH such as Qinhuai lanterns from Nanjing, Yulin puppet shows (木偶戏), and tea-picking operas in Guangxi have also made appearances on high-speed trains across China. It offers passengers a close-up way to experience traditional culture. Professor Xiao Fang from Beijing Normal University shares Gulayier’s opinion on the new use of ICH trains. He has pointed out another advantage of this. It also offers help for tourism. When passengers enjoy local traditions on board, they often develop a deeper interest in learning about the places they pass through. However, the ICH train journeys still have challenges, including the narrow space on trains and passengers getting on and off at each station. Therefore, some solutions are coming up: cultural corners show traditional arts, and QR codes (二维码) connect to more information. These help passengers to experience ICH in their own ways and continue learning after their journey ends. The success of ICH trains offers valuable lessons for cultural protection worldwide, showing that creativity and tradition can work together to keep cultural heritage alive for future generations. 1．What do we know about the K5041 train from the passage? A．It runs from southern China to Heilongjiang Province. B．Gulayier performed Orogen folk songs on this train. C．It only carries tourists who are interested in ICH. 2．The underlined phrase “made appearances” in Paragraph 3 probably means “_______”. A．showed up B．took off C．passed by 3．What is another advantage of ICH trains mentioned by Professor Xiao Fang? A．They help reduce the number of passengers on trains. B．They make trains more comfortable for travelers. C．They provide support for the tourism industry. 4．What challenge do ICH train journeys face? A．Tourists are not interested in traditional culture. B．There is not enough space on the trains. C．Performers refuse to work on trains. 5．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．ICH trains have solved all their challenges. B．ICH trains are popular only in China. C．ICH trains set a good example for Chinese cultural protection. 长难句解析 原句：（“A good example is the K5041 train from Harbin to Mohe in Northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Oroqen folk songs” 译文：一个典型的例子是开往中国东北黑龙江省漠河市的K5041次列车。在该列火车上，身着传统服饰的古拉依尔演唱了鄂伦春族民歌。 译文 你是否曾经好奇，在火车上除了睡觉或者刷手机之外，还能做些什么？事实上，在中国，火车已经成为将民众和国家非物质文化遗产汇聚在一起的平台。 火车驰骋祖国大地，正成为展示地方传统文化的良好载体。由黑龙江哈尔滨开往漠河的K5041次列车就是一个很好的例子。在这趟非遗列车上，古拉伊尔身着传统服饰，演唱鄂伦春族民歌，他的搭档演奏鄂伦春口弦琴这种乐器。列车上的游客，尤其是来自中国南方的游客，兴致勃勃地和两位表演者一同载歌载舞。古拉伊尔说，在火车上表演，更容易吸引游客关注他的节目。 更多非物质文化遗产，例如南京秦淮花灯、榆林木偶戏、广西采茶戏，也纷纷亮相于全国各地的高铁。这让乘客可以近距离感受传统文化。 北京师范大学的肖方教授，对于非遗列车这一新形式，和古拉伊尔有着相同的看法。他还指出了另一项优势：它也助力旅游业发展。当乘客在车上领略地方传统文化时，往往会产生更加浓厚的兴趣，想要深入了解沿途经过的地域。 然而，非遗主题列车之旅依旧面临不少难题，例如车厢空间狭小，还有每一站都有乘客上下车。对此，人们想出了一些解决办法：设置文化角展示传统技艺，通过二维码获取更多相关资料。这些举措方便乘客以适合自己的方式体验非物质文化遗产，并且在旅途结束之后继续学习了解。 非遗列车的成功，为世界范围内的文化保护提供了宝贵经验，证明创新与传统可以相辅相成，让文化遗产代代相传。 1.I would like to introduce a painting I like very much.我想向大家介绍一幅我非常喜欢的画作。 2.It’s a traditional art with a long history, and I love it because it shows the beauty of nature in a quiet and elegant way.这是一幅历史悠久的传统艺术作品，我喜爱它，因为它以一种宁静而优雅的方式展现了大自然的美丽。 3.This painting is simple but very powerful.这幅画作虽简朴却极具感染力 4.Although the painting uses few colours, it is very meaningful because it shows strength and freedom.。尽管画面所用色彩不多，但其蕴含深意——它展现了力量与自由。 5.When I look at it, I feel excited and encouraged, and it reminds me to keep moving forward. 每当我凝视它时，心中都会感到兴奋与鼓舞，它也提醒我继续前行 6.Whenever I look at it, I feel peaceful, and it makes me think deeply about beauty and art.；而每次看到它，我都会感到宁静，这让我对美与艺术产生深刻的思考。 Passage1 （2026·甘肃天水·中考真题） Deep in the desert, a man has spent more than forty years solving the “illness” of ancient paintings. His name is Fan Zaixuan. He is an expert at protecting and repairing wall paintings in the Dunhuang Academy (敦煌研究院). In fact, the “patients” are the ancient wall paintings. The wall paintings in Dunhuang Mogao Caves are beautiful. However, after thousands of years, their surfaces slowly come off and fall down, which makes people feel sad. Fan Zaixuan works hard to repair these art works. For the peeling parts, he first adds special glue and smooths them slowly and carefully. It is more difficult to repair the broken areas. Workers must take away harmful salt that breaks the paintings. To solve this problem, Fan Zaixuan and his team have been working for eight years and finally found a practical way. They turned the harmful salt into water and developed new materials to take in the liquid (液体). So far, the research team led by Fan Zaixuan has repaired more than 500m² of broken wall paintings in Mogao Caves. These ancient treasures shine again and keep their beauty after thousands of years. Fan Zaixuan says his daily work is to protect ancient wall paintings and keep their natural looks. To his relief, over the past forty years, he has trained hundreds of young workers for cultural protection organizations across the country. Now, a new team of repairers has joined in the repair work of these valuable paintings. Fan Zaixuan has spent all his time and energy on his work. He protects the ancient art silently and has become a part of these wonderful paintings through time. 阅读以上材料，回答下列各小题。 1．How long did Fan Zaixuan’s team spend finding the method to repair broken wall areas? A．40 years. B．8 years. C．5 years. D．10 years. 2．What problem did the wall paintings face? A．The color of the paintings changed a lot. B．The surface of the paintings turned dark. C．The surface of the paintings come off. D．People did harm to the wall paintings. 3．What does the underlined word “relief” probably mean? A．Joy. B．Shock. C．Disappointment. D．Sadness. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Fan’s team repaired less than 500m² of the wall paintings. B．Fan repairs the wall paintings only by taking harmful salt away. C．Young workers refuse to take part in wall painting repair work. D．Harmful salt is one of the reasons for the broken wall paintings. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Beautiful Wall Paintings in Dunhuang B．Practical Ways to Protect Old Cultural Relics C．Fan Zaixuan: A Protector of Ancient Paintings D．The Long History of Dunhuang Ancient Art Passage2 （2026·江苏连云港·中考真题）Xu Beihong was a pioneer of 20th century Chinese art, well known for his traditional ink-and-wash paintings of horses and birds. He was one of the first Chinese artists to explore the techniques (技巧) of oil paintings. Born in 1895 in Yixing, Jiangsu, Xu Beihong showed a strong interest in arts since childhood. He began studying the Chinese Classics from his father when he was six. Xu spent much time helping out on his family’s farm. He would paint what he noticed in nature. In 1912, his father fell ill. Xu became the breadwinner of the family and began teaching arts in all kinds of schools. In 1917, he began to teach at Peking University at the invitation of Cai Yuanpei. Beginning in 1919, Xu studied oil painting and drawing in Paris. His travels around Europe allowed him to explore Western art techniques. He studied the bone structure (骨架) and movement of horses. Such knowledge is clear in his works. But his excellent ink brushwork truly brought his horses to life. Through his art, Xu gave the world a new way of understanding horses, celebrating their beauty, strength and spirit. In 1923, Xu’s oil painting was shown at the French National Art Exhibition (展览). Later, he received invitations from many European cities to hold exhibitions internationally. After returning home in 1927, Xu took an active part in art education. He focused on developing creativity with students. He also encouraged his students to learn from foreign artworks. “There is no other way to learn art, but to keep practising,” Xu once said. In 1933, Xu organized an exhibition of modern Chinese painting in Paris. It drew in lots of attention and was then moved to Belgium, Milan, Moscow, and other places. Between 1939 and 1941, Xu travelled to Southeast Asia, holding exhibitions in Singapore and India. All the money from these exhibitions went to Chinese people who were suffering because of the war. 1．Which of the following shows the correct order of Xu’s life experiences? a. Xu began exploring Western art techniques. b. Xu got his oil painting shown internationally. c. Xu began teaching arts to support his family. d. Xu was invited to teach at Peking University. e. Xu began studying Chinese arts with his father. A．ecdab B．aebdc C．ebcda D．abedc 2．Why did Xu study the bone structure and movement of horses? A．To help horses grow stronger. B．To train horses in a wiser way. C．To draw artworks of horses better. D．To raise horses on his family’s farm. 3．Which of the following best shows Xu’s idea in art education? A．Goals push us forward. B．Practice makes perfect. C．Confidence is the key to success. D．Interest is the best teacher. 4．What does the last paragraph mainly talk about? A．The exhibitions in Southeast Asia. B．Xu’s travelling plan across the world. C．Xu’s success in art and love of country. D．The development of modern Chinese art. Passage 1 （2026·宁夏吴忠·三模） The Flower Goddesses: A Dance of Beauty and Culture The 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala presented a wonderful dance program called He Hua Shen (Ode to the Flower Goddesses). It was not just a dance; it was a beautiful story about traditional Chinese culture. Many people, especially the young, loved it and called it the most wonderful show of the evening. The dance was inspired by a beautiful jade pendant (玉佩) from the Qing Dynasty in the Palace Museum. This pendant had special flowers carved (雕刻) on it for each month of the year. Following this idea, the dance told stories of the “Twelve Flower Goddesses”. Each goddess stood for a different flower. These flowers are not just pretty; they carry deep cultural meanings in China, such as purity (纯洁), strength, and good luck. The show was a perfect mix of the old and the new. The dancers wore beautiful costumes (演出服) with ancient patterns. Their designs came from real clothes found in museums, so they looked very historical. The stage, however, used modern technology like AI to create magical backgrounds. For example, when the peach blossom (桃花) goddess appeared, the stage looked like a garden full of peach trees. This clever use of technology made the ancient story feel fresh and exciting. He Hua Shen was more than just entertainment. It helped people learn about Chinese history, poems, and art in a fun way. By connecting traditional culture with modern stage skills, the program made young people feel proud of their heritage (遗产). It successfully showed the charm of Eastern aesthetics (东方美学) to the world and reminded everyone of the beauty that comes with the changing seasons. 1．Why does the author say that the flowers in the dance “carry deep cultural meanings”? A．Because they are very beautiful and colorful. B．Because they symbolize values like purity, strength, and good luck. C．Because they are rare and difficult to grow. D．Because they were carved on a valuable jade pendant. 2．Why does the author mention “peach blossom goddess” in paragraph 3? A．To show that the dancers wore real flowers. B．To give an example of how AI created a magical scene. C．To explain why peach blossoms are the most important flower. D．To compare the dance with a famous poem. 3．From the passage, we can infer (推断) that ________. A．the Qing Dynasty jade pendant had twelve different kinds of flowers on it B．the costumes in the dance had nothing to do with history C．He Hua Shen told people how to make ancient costumes D．He Hua Shen is too difficult to be understood 4．What is the main purpose of the program “He Hua Shen”? A．To win international awards for Chinese dance. B．To provide pure entertainment for the audience. C．To promote the sale of jade pendants from the Palace Museum. D．To help people learn about Chinese history, poems, and art in a fun way. Passage2 （2026·江苏盐城·三模） Have you ever looked at Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting The Starry Night and felt like the sky was moving? It turns out your eyes weren’t playing tricks on you. There’s a scientific reason. A team of researchers has found that the swirling (旋动的) patterns in van Gogh’s great work are actually very similar to the real movement of air in the sky! The researchers used clever methods to study van Gogh’s brushstrokes. They found that these patterns match two important ideas in the study of how water and gases move. Don’t worry if these words sound abstruse—let’s explain them in an easy way. One of these ideas, called Kolmogorov’s law, describes how energy moves from larger to smaller parts in a moving fluid (流体). Imagine a big swirl breaking down into smaller and smaller ones. This is what happens in the sky and oceans…and amazingly, it’s exactly what van Gogh’s brushstrokes show in The Starry Night. Finding this pattern in a painting is uncommon, which makes the discovery even more exciting. “It shows that van Gogh had a deep and natural understanding of nature,” says Yongxiang Huang, the head of the study. The research also creates new chances for art and science to connect with each other. It tells us that beauty and science can go hand in hand instead of being opposite. So, the next time you look at The Starry Night, keep in mind that it is more than a wonderful artwork. It shows the active moving air around us, a great combination of art and science. 1．Why does the writer start the passage with a question? A．To make ideas easy to understand. B．To attract the readers’ interest. C．To guide the readers to take action. D．To deepen readers’ understanding. 2．What does the word “abstruse” probably mean in Paragraph 2? A．Easy to explain. B．Interesting to learn. C．Hard to understand. D．Important to remember. 3．Which of the following best shows Kolmogorov’s law? A． B． C． D． 4．What can be the best title for the passage? A．Van Gogh: A Lover of Natural Rules B．The Starry Night: Art Shows Sky’s Secret C．The Starry Night: Beauty Meets Scientific Truth D．Van Gogh: A Talented Artist and Natural Scientist Passage3 （2026·河北邯郸·三模）Baiyangdian Lake lies in Xiong’an New Area. Reeds (芦苇) are the most precious gift of this beautiful water town. Besides enjoying its lovely lake views, make sure you don’t miss a special treasure in Baiyangdian — reed painting, an intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产) that you can hold in your own hands. This traditional craft started in the Ming and Qing dynasties. Workers choose good reeds with long stems (茎) and soft skin. They do not use any colorful paint. They only use the natural color of reeds and a special burning technique to make pictures of flowers, birds, ducks and mountains. Making reed paintings takes many steps. People pick the best reeds first, and then iron each piece to make it flat before cutting them into different shapes. Then comes the most important step, scorching (烙烫). Workers use a special tool to create light and dark colors. It takes many years to learn this skill well. Liu Yongle is a 59-year-old reed painting artist. He has worked on this craft for many years. His paintings are lively: cute ducks, strong lions and pure lotus flowers (荷花) all look real. Now Liu wants more people to know this traditional art. He opens a workshop for visitors to learn and make their own reed paintings. People can also buy them in shops and libraries nearby. The prices are from tens of yuan to thousands of yuan. When you visit Baiyangdian, you can enjoy the lake scenery and taste local food. You can also take home a reed painting. It is a warm gift full of stories and traditional skills. 1．What’s the writer’s purpose in writing the first paragraph? A．To encourage us to have a trip to Baiyangdian Lake. B．To lead into the topic of the text: reed painting. C．To show the reeds are important to local people. D．To explain why reeds are helpful to Baiyangdian Lake. 2．What is the most important step to make reed paintings? A．Choosing the best reeds. B．Scorching reeds. C．Cutting reeds into different shapes. D．Ironing reeds to make them flat. 3．Why does Liu open the workshop? A．He wants to help the local people to make more money. B．He wants more people to learn about and try reed painting. C．He wants to find some young artists who love reed painting. D．He wants more people to know the importance of reed painting. 4．In which part of a magazine can we probably read the text? A．Art and Culture. B．Sports and Games. C．Science and Technology. D．Life and Health. Passage4 （2026·陕西延安·三模） Recently, a popular TV drama called Zhu Jue has brought wide public attention to Qinqiang Opera. It tells the story of a young girl who grows into a great Qinqiang artist, showing the beauty and charm of this traditional art. Qinqiang Opera is one of China’s oldest operas. It began from old folk songs and dances in Shaanxi and Gansu provinces. People call it the “oldest form” of Chinese opera because of its strong music and emotional (情感的) stories. Historical records show it started during the Qin Dynasty (221 BC—207 BC). The opera shows the daily lives, hard work, and emotions of ancient Chinese people. However, in the 1990s, pop and Western music became very popular, and fewer people cared about Qinqiang Opera. Young people especially liked the new music more. Many actors had to leave the stage during this time. Some opera groups closed, and old performance skills were almost forgotten. To make money, artists did other jobs like selling clothes, starting small businesses, or acting in movies. But a few never gave up—they kept practicing secretly to preserve the art. In 2006, things changed when the government named Qinqiang Opera an “important cultural treasure”. This helped people pay attention to it again. Schools started teaching about it, and theaters mixed traditional opera with modern styles to attract young people. Ten years ago, most audiences (观众) were old, but now many young people watch and love Qinqiang Opera. More young actors are joining, too, and schools train them to keep the art alive. The return of Qinqiang Opera not only brings young people back to traditional culture but also shows China’s efforts to protect its history. It proves that old arts can stay meaningful even in today’s fast-changing world. 1．The underlined word “preserve” probably means “________”. A．save B．forget C．change D．introduce 2．Which paragraph tells us how the government helped save Qinqiang Opera? A．Paragraph 1. B．Paragraph 2. C．Paragraph 3. D．Paragraph 4. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Qinqiang Opera started during the Qin Dynasty and has never lost its popularity. B．Young people today show less interest in Qinqiang Opera than they did in the 1990s. C．The government named Qinqiang Opera an “important cultural treasure” in the 1990s. D．Some Qinqiang Opera artists took other jobs in the 1990s but secretly kept practicing. 4．What is the best title of the passage? A．Different Kinds of Traditional Music B．The Rise and Fall of Qinqiang Opera C．How to Learn to Perform Qinqiang Opera D．The History of Traditional Chinese Operas Passage5 （2026·江苏宿迁·二模）Among all traditional Chinese dragon dances, the Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance is one of the most amazing. It appeared in the Ming Dynasty and became extremely popular in the Qing Dynasty. Every year, as part of traditional Chinese culture, the dragon dance is used to pray for peace and good luck for the new year. According to local beliefs, the Fire Dragon Dance also has the power of driving away disasters and offering wishes for the local community. The performance itself is truly breathtaking. First, the iron is heated to 1,600℃ in eight ovens placed in a circle. Sixteen shirtless men spray the liquid iron into the air, creating beautiful flower-like flames. At the same time, fireworks hidden in the bodies of two golden dragons are lighted. Then you can see fireworks fly from the dragons as 20 shirtless men hold the dragons, making them fly up and down through seas of fire. Along with music, the two fire dragons dance around to offer New Year wishes. The Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (国家级非物质文化遗产) in 2006 and has become one of Chongqing’s cultural icons. It is also known as “China’s No.1 Dragon Dance”. It has not only shone at home but also abroad. It has taken part in major national events such as the 1984, 1999 and 2009 National Day celebrations, as well as the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Moreover, it has visited more than 20 countries including Britain, France and Japan to spread Chinese culture. Nowadays, this ancient tradition is creating new value. There are 35 dance teams and 10 dragon-making teams in Tongliang. Together with tourism, they make about 1 billion yuan a year, creating income for local people. This ancient tradition seems set to continue to fly into the future. 1．What was the Fire Dragon Dance traditionally used to do? A．To show the power of the local people. B．To pray for peace and good luck. C．To train young men in the village. D．To celebrate the harvest. 2．How many shirtless men are needed in the performance according to Paragraph 2? A．16. B．20. C．36. D．40. 3．Which of the following is TRUE about the Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance? A．It was part of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. B．It has only been performed inside China so far. C．It became a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. D．It got the name “China’s No.1 Dragon Dance” because of its history. 4．What is the best title for the passage? A．The History of Chinese Dragon Dances B．How to Perform the Fire Dragon Dance C．Tongliang Fire Dragon Dance: A Living Tradition D．The Economic Value of Chinese Folk Art Passage6 （25-26九年级上·宁夏固原·期中）Have you ever taken part in the traditional folk celebration Shehuo (社火)? It is a national-level intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产). The celebration is always performed outdoors during the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival. It carries people’s wishes for good weather and good luck in the coming year. In fact, Shehuo has a long history in Ningxia. The Gaotai Horse Shehuo (高台马社火) of Longde County plays an important part in the folk culture of Ningxia. It combines (结合) the Gaotai Shehuo, which is performed on a stand (架子), and the Horse Shehuo, which is performed on horseback. The performers of the Gaotai Horse Shehuo are usually children around 10 years old. They wear colorful costumes (服装) and have heavy make - up, looking like characters from Chinese operas. It is not easy to be a performer of Gaotai Horse Shehuo. They must be brave and careful, and they must understand traditional operas. They also need to know how to ride a horse. Nowadays, for the better inheritance (传承) of Shehuo, many places in Northwest China are actively holding “intangible cultural heritage into schools (非遗进校园)” activities. In many primary and middle schools in Ningxia, Shehuo has become an important part of after-school activities. By learning Shehuo performances, students not only get to know traditional culture, but also develop team spirit and an interest in art. Shehuo is not just a fun performance, but also a valuable part of Chinese culture. By learning and taking part in Shehuo, young students can help keep this tradition alive. 1．What’s the meaning of holding Shehuo activities according to the passage? A．To pass down traditional folk culture. B．To make the Spring Festival more exciting. C．To show special festival performance skills. D．To wish for good weather and luck in the new year. 2．What abilities must Gaotai Horse Shehuo performers have? ①Being brave and careful. ②Being humorous. ③Understanding traditional operas. ④Knowing how to ride a horse. A．①②③ B．①②④ C．①③④ D．②③④ 3．What does the writer think of teenagers learning and joining Shehuo? A．Worrying. B．Meaningful. C．Boring. D．Crazy. 4．Which can be a suitable title for the passage? A．The History of Chinese Traditional Festivals B．The Ways to Become a Skilled Shehuo Performer C．The Amazing Intangible Cultural Heritage: Shehuo D．The Reasons for Children Learning to Perform Shehuo Passage7 （2026·江苏宿迁·二模）Gourds (葫芦) have a history of 7,000 years in China. These special-shaped plants are used for cooking delicious dishes as well as making musical instruments. But today we are talking about the pyrography craft (烙画工艺) on gourds. The craft originated during the Han Dynasty at first and entered its golden age during the Qing Dynasty. Many cities of China like Tianjin and Beijing are well-known for such gourds. Take the craft from Beijing as an example. As the family’s fourth-generation inheritor (继承人) of Beijing’s gourd-pyrography craft, Niu Chengguo has been working hard on the craft for about 40 years. With his great love for beautiful things, Niu has kept improving his art skills and created many works of art. “When I was a little boy, I was deeply touched by the lively patterns (图案) on gourds which were created by my grandpa. I began studying how to create the artworks with the help of my grandpa when I was 11 years old.” said Niu. Niu’s efforts to create wonderful artworks paid off, as his artworks sold well in many countries in Southeast Asia, Europe and America. Many of his works have appeared in different cultural exchange (交流) activities. As a result, the gourd-pyrography craft is becoming more popular. In 2021, Niu started to provide a platform to help visitors enjoy the beauty of the gourd craft. “I just want to make the traditional craft known and liked by more people,” Niu said. 1．What can gourds be used for today according to Paragraph 1? A．Holding dishes. B．Making music. C．Making houses. D．Creating artworks. 2．What does the underlined word “originated” mean in Paragraph 2? A．returned B．appeared C．spread D．stopped 3．What does the third paragraph mainly talk about? A．How hard Niu learned the craft. B．How Niu developed an interest in the craft. C．Why Niu’s grandpa taught himself the craft. D．What Niu has done to improve his artistic skills. 4．Which statement is TRUE according to the passage? A．Niu’s works have an influence on cultural exchanges. B．Niu’s works are only popular in most Asian countries. C．Niu’s works helped visitors create their own gourd artworks. D．Niu is a third-generation inheritor of the craft in his family. Passage8 （2026·江苏盐城·一模） China has many ancient towers. They are famous not only for their beautiful appearance and smart building designs, but also for their close connections with Chinese literature and art. Among these towers, Yueyang Tower is one of the best examples. Yueyang Tower lies in Hunan Province, in the south-central part of China. It faces Dongting Lake, which is one of the largest freshwater lakes in China. History of Yueyang Tower It was first built during the Three Kingdoms Period (220—280 AD). At the beginning, it was used as a high platform (平台) for army training. Later, it was called the Baling Tower after the name of a nearby city. During the Tang Dynasty (618—907 AD), Baling City was renamed Yueyang City and the tower became Yueyang Tower. The tower has been repaired and rebuilt many times over the years. The one we see today was completed in 1879 during the Qing Dynasty. ▲ The tower has three floors and is 25.35 meters high, with an area of 251 square meters. It is special because it is made completely of wood, with no nails or rivets (铆钉). Moreover, instead of different kinds of hip roofs (屋顶) commonly seen in China, its roof looks like ancient helmets. Now, in China, it is the largest surviving ancient building that features a helmet roof. Cultural value of Yueyang Tower Standing on the tower, people can enjoy amazing views of Dongting Lake. So, it has long been a popular place for visitors and artists. Many famous poets in Chinese history, including Li Bai, Du Fu, and Bai Juyi, wrote widely read poems. However, none of them is as popular as the article, On Yueyang Tower (岳阳楼记), written by Fan Zhongyan (989—1052 AD). Today, his famous words “To be the first to worry about the nation’s troubles, and the last to enjoy the nation’s happiness” encourage people to care more about the country and people than themselves, and do more good things for the nation. Yueyang Tower is widely known as one of the Three Great Towers south of the Yangtze River. There is no doubt that it is one of the treasures of traditional Chinese culture. 1．Where is Yueyang Tower located? A． B． C． D． 2．Which title can be put in the ▲ ? A．Materials of Yueyang Tower B．Features of Yueyang Tower C．Roof Style of Yueyang Tower D．Art works of Yueyang Tower 3．What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Living without any worries. B．Always living a happy life. C．Putting the country and people before self. D．Caring more about other people. 4．What can we learn about the Yueyang Tower? A．The tower we see today was finished in 1879. B．It is the largest ancient building with a helmet roof. C．Most poets came here just to enjoy wonderful sights. D．It lies in south-central China facing the Yangtze river. Passage9 （2026·辽宁葫芦岛·二模） The Starry Night was painted in June 1889 during Vincent van Gogh’s stay at a home for the mentally ill. Van Gogh painted what he saw from his window — the night sky with clouds, stars and a moon. He also painted circles of white and yellow racing across the sky. Under this amazing sky, there’s a sleeping village and a dark, lonely tree. His unusual use of color has led experts to think that Van Gogh’s mental illness may have affected his sense of sight (视力). Though Van Gogh thought The Starry Night was a failure, it is now world-famous. The Scream was painted by Edvard Munch in 1893. What makes it striking is that it shows a thin person with an expression of fear — the person’s mouth is wide open and letting out a powerful scream (尖叫). The person covers his or her ears and looks directly at the viewer. This person is set on a bridge above a stormy sea, and against a burning orange-red sky. In his diary, Munch talked about his inspiration. “I was walking down the road with two friends when the sun set; suddenly the sky turned as red as blood… I stood there shaking. Then I heard the scream of nature.” Many experts say the picture is connected to Munch’s mental health problems. The Empire of Light, painted by Belgian artist René Magritte between 1953 and 1954, shows a beautiful house lit by lights from inside, surrounded by the darkness of night. What is strange is that above the house and the tree, we see a daytime sky full of brightness and soft white clouds. It seems mysterious. The Empire of Light has produced different reactions (反应) in viewers. Some feel the painting looks dark and troubling. Others, however, find it calming. As for Magritte himself, he thought the change between day and night was surprising. “I call this power: poetry,” he said. 1．What did Van Gogh paint in The Starry Night? A．A busy street with many people. B．A bright daytime sky with white clouds. C．Many trees and circles of white and yellow racing. D．The night sky, a sleeping village and a lonely tree. 2．Which of the following is about The Scream? A．It came from Vincent van Gogh’s life. B．It was painted in Edvard Munch’s diary. C．It shows a thin person with an expression of fear. D．It’s a scene that happened when the sun rose slowly. 3．What is special about The Empire of Light? A．It mixes night scenes and daytime sky together. B．The house in the painting is really dark inside. C．It was painted in the middle of the 19th century. D．All of the viewers have the same feeling about it. 4．Where is the passage most probably taken from? A．A storybook. B．An art magazine. C．A travel guide. D．A science report. 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 2 / 23 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $