中小学教育资源及组卷应用平台
2024-2025学年八年级上期期中考点大串讲（牛津版）
专题08阅读理解（应用文，记叙文）
【真题演练】
应用文
Passage 1（2023-24·深圳宝安区12校联考期中）
Here are some encyclopedias for you to read in our online library.
The Columbia Encyclopedia (Sixth Edition):
An English-language dictionary containing more than 51,000 topics, the Columbia Encyclopedia provides trusted facts and information. More than 200 people make great efforts for depth and accuracy (精确) of the encyclopedia. Its topics are complete and clear.
Medical encyclopedias:
Online medical encyclopedias are for doctors, educators and students. The library of free medical encyclopedias contains a variety of trusted facts that cover medical conditions, medical symptoms (症状), and medical causes of health-related problems.
Computer encyclopedias:
Our online library of computer encyclopedias is very useful whether you’re looking for in-depth research or just learning about computer technology. The computer encyclopedias include topics like computer science, computer science and engineering, and computer science and technology.
Science encyclopedias:
Our online library of science encyclopedias covers a variety of topics from biology, psychology, and chemistry to religion and science discoveries. Our online science encyclopedias for kids are a big help for school research projects and science experiments.
1. How many kinds of encyclopedias are mentioned
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six.
2. Medical encyclopedias are for the follow EXCEPT ________.
A. doctors B. educators C. scientists D. students
3. Maria is a student and she wants to learn something about computer science. Which of the following can she choose
A. The Columbia encyclopedias. B. Computer encyclopedias.
C. Medical encyclopedias. D. Science encyclopedias.
4. The underlined word “covers” mean “________” in English.
A. includes B. opens C. turns D. nds
5. Where does the passage probably come from
A. A magazine. B. A school website. C. A storybook. D. A diary.
【答案】 1. B 2. C 3. B 4. A 5. B
【解析】 本文主要介绍了可供在在线图书馆阅读的一些百科全书。
1. 细节理解题。根据“The Columbia Encyclopedia (Sixth Edition)”、“Medical encyclopedias”、“Computer encyclopedias”和“Science encyclopedias”可知文中一共提到 种百科全书。故选B。
2. 细节理解题。根据“Online medical encyclopedias are for doctors, educators, and students.”可知，在线医学百科全书是为医生、教育工作者和学生准备的。没有提到科学家。故选C。
3. 推理判断题。根据“The computer encyclopedias include topics like computer science, computer science and engineering, and computer science and technology.”可知，计算机百科全书包括计算机科学、计算机科学与工程以及计算机科学与技术等主题。因此Mary作为学生想要学习有关计算机科学，可以选择计算机百科全书。故选B。
4. 词句猜测题。根据“Our online library of science encyclopedias covers a variety of topics from biology, psychology, and chemistry to religion and science discoveries.”可知，我们的在线科学百科全书库涵盖了从生物学、心理学、化学到宗教和科学发现等各种主题。因此covers意为“涵盖、覆盖”，与includes同义。故选A。
5. 推理判断题。根据“Here are some encyclopedias for you to read in our online library.”可知，本文介绍了可供在在线图书馆阅读的一些百科全书。因此这篇文章应是来自一个学校网站。故选B。
Passage 2（2023-24·广州铁一教育集团期中）
What makes smartphones fun and useful There are many apps that you can use for work and play. Check out some of them here.
Dawn Chorus—Android/IOS There’s something beautiful about waking up to the sounds of nature. The app Dawn Chorus brings the sound of nature to your mornings. You can start your day with the sweet sounds of birds.
Vocabulary. com IOS If you are looking to improve your English language skills, vocabulary has something to offer. Vocabulary. com is more than just a dictionary. It also has a word learning system, which helps you to learn words through a fun game.
Prisma Android/ IOS Are you a fan of art Here’s an app created just for you. Prisma is a photo-editing app unlike any other. The photo filters (滤镜) on the app can make your pictures look like works of art. Let your imagination go wild!
Productive IOS There is some truth to the saying “old habits die hard”. But what about new habits Sometimes new habits are just as difficult to start up and keep. If you’re having trouble trying to get into a new habit, then Productive might help you.
6. How many apps can you get on ios according to the passage
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
7. If you want to improve your English, which app will you choose
A. Vocabulary. B. Dawn Chorus. C. Prisma. D. Productive.
8. The text is probably from the column (栏目) of in a newspaper
A. Travel. B. Technology. C. Advertisement. D. School life.
【答案】6. D 7. A 8. C
【解析】 本文主要介绍了几款供工作和娱乐的应用程序。
6. 细节理解题。根据“Dawn Chorus—Android/ IOS”，“Vocabulary. com IOS”，“Prisma Android/ IOS”和“Productive IOS”可知，四款应用程序支持IOS系统。故选D。
7. 细节理解题。根据“If you are looking to improve your English language skills, vocabulary has something to offer.”可知，Vocabulary. com可以帮助人提高英语。故选A。
8. 推理判断题。根据“What makes smartphones fun and useful There are many apps that you can use for work and play. Check out some of them here.”可知，本文主要介绍了几款供工作和娱乐的应用程序，由此推知可能在报纸的“广告”部分看到。故选C。
Passage 3（2023-24·深圳南山外国语学校期中）
The National Student Exchange is a study chance that allows you to take new courses, see new places, make new friends, and make new choices. You can study for a term or year at one of nearly 200 NSE member schools in the places listed below. *New York * Canada *Guam *Puerto Rico *U.S. Virgin Islands
The program is open to students now enrolled (登记) at one of NSE’s member schools. You can take part in NSE to: broaden (开阔) your mind learn from different teachers experience a different growth find new ways of study learn to live by yourself experience life from a different culture If your school is not an NSE member, you’d better bring the program to the attention of your head teachers. NSE is open to schools in the United States and Canada. Membership information is useful at the Prospective Member site.
11. How many places can you study in ________
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six.
12. What can you NOT get from the NSE ________
A. Learn from different teachers.
B. Work and live in the host country in the future.
C. Learn to live by yourself.
D. Experience life from a different culture.
13. Who can take part in this programme ________
A. A kid in the kinder-garden. B. Professor Miss Li.
C. Cindy from an NSE’s member school. D. Tom, from Italy.
14. What’s the purpose (目的) of the passage ________
A. To ask students to bring the program to their head teachers.
B. To tell us how to join NSE.
C. To introduce some host countries.
D. To call on students to study as exchange students.
15. Where may you read this passage ________
A. From the Internet. B. From a storybook.
C. From a science magazine. D. From a map.
【答案】11. C 12. B 13. C 14. D 15. A
【解析】 本文是一则有关交换生的广告信息，介绍了学生交换计划这个项目的内容。
11. 细节理解题。根据“You can study for a term or year at one of nearly 200 NSE member schools in the places listed below...*New York* Canada*Guam*Puerto Rico*U.S. Virgin Islands”可知，在五个地方可以学习，故选C。
12. 细节理解题。根据“You can take part in NSE to: broaden (开阔) your mind...learn from different teachers... experience a different growth... find new ways of study ...learn to live by yourself ...experience life from a different culture”可知，不包括B选项“未来在东道国工作和生活”，故选B。
13. 细节理解题。根据“The program is open to students now enrolled (登记) at one of NSE’s member schools.”可知，该项目面向目前在NSE成员学校之一就读的学生开放。故选C。
14. 推理判断题。本文是一则有关交换生的广告信息，介绍了学生交换计划这个项目的内容，目的是为了呼吁学生以交换生的身份学习，故选D。
15. 推理判断题。本文是一则有关交换生的广告信息，可以在网站上看到，故选A。
Passage 4（2023-24·花都区期中）
The 2024 Exeter (埃克塞特) Summer Education Program
Do you dream of studying in another country Do you love to make friends and study with students from around the world If so, the 2024 Exeter Summer Education Program is perfect for you!
Dates: July 6—August 8, 2024 Age: Between the ages of 13 and 18 years old on September 1, 2024. Fee: $75 USD Language: All students must have a high level of English to attend the program.
Important Notes:
● All applicants must write a one-to-two-page article including the following. First, tell your interests and abilities along with any other background information you wish to share with us. Second, share a meaningful personal experience which has influenced you, show your reasons for wanting to attend Exeter Summer.
●All applicants must have a reference (推荐信) from their head teacher. The head teacher will receive an email with an Exeter Summer Reference Form. Your head teacher must complete the form through the online form system.
●Study the program course catalogs (目录). The 2024 catalogs will be online in late January this year.
●The 2024 application (申请) will begin in the early February of 2024. If you are interested, welcome to apply!
32．Who can apply for the 2024 Exeter Summer Education Program
A．Tom born on July 1, 2005 who can speak quite good English.
B．Lily born on September 1, 2008 who can communicate well in English.
C．Harry born on March 1, 2011 who can only speak Mandarin.
D．Amy born on October 1, 2012 who can speak English and French.
33．What should not be included in the applicant’s article
A．What they like and what they are good at.
B．What important experience they have had.
C．Why they are applying for the program.
D．How they complete the applicant forms.
34．What should you keep in mind if you want to apply for the program
A．You should spend $85 as the program fee.
B．You should check the course catalogs online.
C．You must get a reference from your friend.
D．You can apply for the program in late January.
【答案】32．B 33．D 34．B
【导语】本文主要介绍了2024年埃克塞特暑期教育项目的情况。
32．推理判断题。根据“Between the ages of 13 and 18 years old on September 1, 2024.”及“All students must have a high level of English to attend the program.”可知，符合这两个条件的人可以参加2024年埃克塞特暑期教育项目。选项B“丽丽2008年出生，24年她16岁，且她能很好地用英语交流”符合条件。故选B。
33．细节理解题。根据“First, tell your interests and abilities along with any other background information you wish to share with us. Second, share a meaningful personal experience, show your reasons for wanting to attend Exeter Summer.”可知包括他们喜欢什么，擅长什么，他们有什么重要的经历，他们为什么申请这个项目，文章中不应包括如何完成申请表格。故选D。
34．细节理解题。根据“ Study the program course catalogs (目录). The 2024 catalogs will be online in late January this year.”可知应该上网查课程目录。故选B。
Passage 5（2023-24·广州第七中学）
How do you spend your free time Do you want to live a different after-school life How about mixing into elements of intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产元素) Here are four examples.
Li Chenxi is a student at the No 2 Primary School in Yinchuan. Her school brings traditional Chinese culture into the after-school care services. Li is interested in tie-dye (扎染). She can make dolls and dresses after learning for more than a year. “In the past, I had too much homework to do. But now I can do what I want to do in my free time. I enjoy it,” she said.
When Antoine, an international student from Rwanda (卢旺达), first watched the dragon dance, he was surprised and could not wait to join in it. However, the training was not easy. He kept practising day by day to perfectly do the jumps and turns and lift the dragon body high in the air. In 2015, Antoine built the first international student dragon dance team in his school. Now the team has about 100 students from different countries.
It is on Saturday afternoon. A group of children are following Zhu Wei in Zimbabwe (津巴布韦). Zhu, a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, teaches them tai chi. These children like tai chi. In their opinion, tai chi helps them keep healthy and focus on studies. It’s a mind-body exercise.
Chloe from Canada is a paper-cutting lover. Every Sunday, she learns paper-cutting from Mrs Smith. The girl can easily cut butterflies, horses, flowers and so on. Last weekend, Chloe made a paper-cutting work of Rongbao (蓉宝). She felt excited to see it shown on the school wall.
43. What can we learn about Antoine ________
A. He comes from America.
B. He practised hard on dragon dance.
C. He built a dragon dance team five years ago.
D. His dragon dance team is the second in his school.
44. Why do children in Zimbabwe choose to practice tai chi ________
①To make more friends.
②To learn about Chinese culture.
③To be healthy and strong.
④To help them pay attention to studies.
A. ①② B. ③④ C. ①③ D. ②④
45. Which of the following is the topic of the four passages ________
A. Foreign students enjoy traditional Chinese culture.
B. The world is beautiful because of different cultures.
C. Chinese culture is popular among people of all ages.
D. Traditional Chinese culture lights up the after-school life.
【答案】43. B 44. B 45. D
【解析】 本文主要讲述学校将一些“非遗”项目纳入到学校课后生活中，丰富了学生们的课后生活。同时，中国传统文化也受到了外国学生的喜爱。
43. 推理判断题。根据“However, the training was not easy. He kept practising day by day to perfectly do the jumps and turns and lift the dragon body high in the air.”可知，他练习舞龙很刻苦。故选B。
44. 细节理解题。根据“In their opinions, tai chi helps them keep healthy and focus on studies.”可知，太极帮助他们保持健康和专注于学习。故选B。
45. 主旨大意题。根据“Do you want to live a different after-school life How about mixing into elements of intangible cultural heritage” 以及通读全文可知，本文的主题是中国传统文化点亮课余生活。故选D。
Passage 6（2023-24·广州珠江中学期中）
Birthday Traditions in Different Countries
England Certain symbolic objects are mixed into the birthday cake as it’s being prepared. If your piece of cake has a coin in it, then you will be rich. Also, when it’s your birthday, your friends give you the “bumps”. They lift you in the air by your hands and feet. And they raise you up and down to the floor. One for each year you lived, then another one or two for luck.
Denmark A flag is flown outside a window. It shows that someone who lives in that house is having a birthday. Presents are placed around the child’s bed while he/she is sleeping. So the child will see them at once when they wake up.
Holland Special year birthdays such as 5, 10, 15, 20, 21 are called “crown” years. The birthday child receives an especially large gift on a crown year birthday. The family also decorates the birthday child’s year at the dining room table with flowers, paper streamers and balloons.
Canada The birthday child’s nose is greased (涂抹) with butter for good luck. The greased nose makes the child so slippery that bad luck can’t catch him/her. In some parts of Canada, the birthday person even receives a punch (一拳) for each year he/she is alive. And then one for good luck.
Brazil The birthday child receives a pull on the ear for each year he/she has been alive. The birthday person also gives the first piece of cake to the most special people.
Korea There is a big family party on the first birthday. The table is set with food, and four things: a pencil, a ruler, thread, and money. The baby chooses one thing. People think it can tell his/her future: excellent student, good with hands, long life or riches.
South Africa On the twenty-first birthday, a key is given by the parents. It is made of anything from paper to silver to gold. It is a sign that the child is ready to unlock the door to their future.
31. The following tradition is mentioned in the passage EXCEPT ________.
A. giving a pull on the ear B. having a big family party
C. greasing butter on the nose D. flying a flag at the child’s bed
32. In which countries do people celebrate their 21st birthday specially
A. Canada and England. B. Denmark and Korea.
C. Brazil and Holland. D. Holland and South Africa.
33. The passage mainly tells us ________.
A. people in different countries have their own special year birthdays
B. people in different countries celebrate their birthday in different ways
C. people always have a big birthday party at home in different countries
D. people always know a 1-year-old baby’s future from the thing he chooses
【答案】31. D 32. D 33. B
【解析】 本文介绍了世界各国的生日习俗。
31. 细节理解题。根据“The birthday child receives a pull on the ear for each year he/she has been alive.”可知，扯耳朵是巴西的习俗，与选项A对应；根据“There is a big family party on the first birthday.”可知，开家庭生日晚会是韩国的习俗，与选项B对应；根据“The birthday child’s nose is greased (涂抹) with butter for good luck.”可知，在鼻子上涂黄油是加拿大的习俗，与选项C对应；根据“A flag is flown outside a window.”可知，丹麦人过生日是窗户外面挂着一面旗帜，选项D表述错误。故选D。
32. 细节理解题。根据“Special year birthdays such as 5, 10, 15, 20, 21 are called ‘crown’ years. The birthday child receives an especially large gift on a crown year birthday.”可知，荷兰人把21岁看作“皇冠”年之一；根据“On the twenty-first birthday, a key is given by the parents. It is made of anything from paper to silver to gold. It is a sign that the child is ready to unlock the door to their future.”可知，南非人过21岁生日以宣称成人。故选D。
33. 主旨大意题。 通读整篇短文可知，文章主要介绍了不同国家庆祝生日的不同方式。故选B。
Passage 7（2023-24·广州培英学校期中）
National Museum of Natural History
If you love nature and want to find out about the natural world, come to join us and you can learn a lot.
The Gulf of Mexico is home to different plants and animals. However, the home is now in great danger because of human e to the speech and join the scientists to understand the effects of the human activities on the sea and the sea plants and animals! Time: At 1:30 p.m. on Monday Price: ＄3 for all
Butterfly House is home to hundreds of butterflies and offers visitors a great chance to get close to many kinds of living butterflies from all over the world. Time: At 12:30 p.m. on Friday and Sunday Price: ＄6; half price for children under 12
The O. Orkin Insect Zoo—the oldest insect zoo in the United States, has many kinds of insects. Visitors can look at insects closely and experience daily spider feedings. Time: At 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. from Tuesday to Sunday Price:7; 4 for children under 12
Smithsonian Science How, a research program, will show how scientists work on coral and coral reefs (珊瑚礁) from Oahu Island online. Your questions will also be answered during the show. Website: naturalhistory. si. edu Time: At 10:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday Price: Free
26. Who made the Gulf of Mexico in danger
A. Different plants. B. Scientists. C. Sea animals. D. People.
27. If Mike, a 14-year-old student, with his 6-year-old sister wants to visit the Butterfly House, they will pay ______.
A. 3 dollars B. 6 dollars C. 9 dollars D. 12 dollars
28. People can feed the spiders ________.
A. in Oahu Island B. in the Gulf of Mexico C. in Butterfly House D. in the O. Orkin Insect Zoo
29. Which type is the article
A. A timetable. B. A guide book. C. A report. D. A story.
【答案】26. D 27. C 28. D 29. B
【解析】 本文主要介绍了国家自然历史博物馆的相关信息及各项目的时间及价格。
26. 细节理解题。根据“However, the home is now in great danger because of human behaviors.”可知，是人类使墨西哥湾处于危险之中，故选D。
27. 细节理解题。根据“Price: $6； half price for children under 12”可知，价格是6美元，12岁以下是半价；因此他们需要支付9美元，故选C。
28. 细节理解题。根据“The O. Orkin Insect Zoo—the oldest insect zoo in the United States, has many kinds of insects. Visitors can look at insects closely and experience daily spider feedings.”可知，可以在O. Orkin昆虫动物园喂蜘蛛，故选D。
29. 推理判断题。本文主要介绍了国家自然历史博物馆的相关信息及各项目的时间及价格。因此是旅游指南，故选B。
Passage 8（2023-24·华师附中）
Flying like a bat
B2 is a robot made to understand bat flight. The strength of flying made by the bats’ wings comes from a strong piece of skin. If you want to make a flying robot, said Science Focus, don’t copy bats. But B2 has very thin “skin” made of silicone（硅酮）. It flaps its wings and does sharp drops and turns, just like a real bat!
Walking with Cockroaches’ sticky feet
It has four legs instead of six, but this 4.5-centimeter-long cockroach（蟑螂）robot can walk and climb walls just like real cockroaches which have sticky（有粘性的）feet. The robot uses electricity to stick to walls. The tiny robot can look around inside engines because humans can’t go there.
____________
German scientists used magnets（磁铁）to move a 3D-printed guppy（孔雀鱼）around. The magnetic robot roller around under the fish tank. It copied the speed and direction of a fish partner, who thought the printed guppy was real. The team now use the robotic fish to better understand group actions in guppies.
37. What can we infer（推断）from Science Focus about flying robots
A. Bats fly in a different way from some other flying animals.
B. People should not make a flying robot that flies like a bat.
C. Robots cannot fly without strong wings like bats.
D. Flying robots need a thin skin made of silicone to fly.
38. How is the robotic cockroach different from a real one
A. It only has four legs. B. It can’t climb walls.
C. It can’t go into an engine. D. It is made of silicone.
39. What would be the best heading for the third piece of news
A. Printing beautiful guppies. B. Copying guppies’ speed and direction.
C. 3D-printed guppy moving around by magnet. D. Rolling around guppies.
40. In which section of the newspaper can we read the news
A. Animal World. B. Science Study. C. Culture Corner. D. School Time.
【答案】37. A 38. A 39. C 40. B
【解析】 本文是一篇新闻报道，主要介绍了三种仿动物机器人。
37. 推理判断题。根据“The strength of flying made by the bats’ wings comes from a strong piece of skin.”蝙蝠翅膀所产生的飞翔的力量来自于一块坚固的皮肤。由此可见蝙蝠的飞行方式与其他一些飞行动物不同。故选A。
38. 细节理解题。根据“It has four legs instead of six”可知，它有四条腿而不是六条腿，由此可知，真正的蟑螂有6条腿，机器人蟑螂只有4条腿。故选A。
39. 最佳标题题。根据“German scientists used magnets（磁铁）to move a 3D-printed guppy（孔雀鱼）around.”可知，这一段主要介绍了德国科学家用磁铁让一只3D打印的孔雀鱼到处移动。选项C“3D打印的孔雀鱼通过磁铁四处移动”作为第三则新闻的小标题最为合适。故选C。
40. 推理判断题。本文介绍了三种仿动物机器人，属于科技领域的话题，因此我们可以在报纸上的科学研究版块看到这篇文章。故选B。
记叙文
Passage 1（2023-24·广州第二中学期中）
Albert Einstein (1879—1955)
Early Life
Albert Einstein was born in 1879 in Germany. He was an extraordinary person since he was born. Einstein wasn’t able to speak a word until three. He was always interested in things around and full of imagination. He loved watching things carefully and asked a lot of questions about them. His questions were often hard to answer for teachers.
Schooling
Einstein started school in 1885. Though he did well in maths and science, he failed in many subjects like history, geography and languages. Einstein finished high school in Switzerland and entered a university in Zurich. He graduated (大学毕业) as a teacher of maths and physics in 1900.
Scientific Work
After graduation, Einstein worked at the Patent Office. He spent much time studying physics. By 1909, Einstein had become a top scientist. Though he became successful in the field of science, he still worked hard on scientific research. Finally, he won the Nobel Prize for physics in 1921.
Later life
Einstein kept at his research until he died in 1955. Scientists studied his brain after his death to see if there was anything special about it. However, there was no answer.
Today, many famous scientists still think Einstein is the smartest man in the world.
36. Where can you probably find this passage ________
A. In an encyclopedia. B. In an advertisement (广告).
C. In a travel guide. D. In a dictionary.
37. From the passage, we can learn that Albert Einstein ________.
A. was not good at asking questions. B. did well in all his school work.
C. worked as a teacher after he graduated. D. had great achievement in physics.
38. What does the underlined word “extraordinary” mean in Chinese ________
A. 幽默的 B. 笨拙的 C. 非凡的 D. 普通的
39. Which of the following shows the order of Einstein’s experience ________
a. Albert Einstein began to talk with others with words.
b. Albert Einstein won the Nobel Prize of physics.
c. Albert Einstein started his school life in Switzerland.
d. Albert Einstein became a top scientist in the world.
e. Albert Einstein got a job at the Patent Office.
A. a-c-b-e-d B. a-c-e-d-b C. c-a-b-e-d D. c-a-e-d-b
40. What can we know from the last two paragraphs ________
A. Nobody could be smarter than Albert Einstein.
B. Scientists found out why Albert Einstein was so smart.
C. Scientists showed great interest in Albert Einstein’s brain.
D. Albert Einstein couldn’t keep on working in his later life.
【答案】36. A 37. D 38. C 39. B 40. C
【解析】 本文主要介绍了爱因斯坦的生平和事迹。
36. 推理判断题。通读全文可知，本文主要介绍了爱因斯坦的生平和事迹，只能在百科全书中出现。故选A。
37. 细节理解题。根据“Finally, he won the Nobel Prize for physics in 1921.”可知，从这篇文章中，我们可以了解到爱因斯坦在物理方面有很大的成就。故选D。
38. 词义猜测题。根据“Einstein wasn’t able to speak a word until three. He was always interested in things around and full of imagination. He loved watching things carefully and asked a lot of questions about them. His questions were often hard to answer for teachers.”可知，爱因斯坦是一个不同寻常的人，因此划线单词的意思是“非凡的”。故选C。
39. 细节理解题。根据“Einstein wasn’t able to speak a word until three.”；“Einstein started school in 1885.”；“After graduation, Einstein worked at the Patent Office.”以及“By 1909, Einstein had become a top scientist.”以及“Finally, he won the Nobel Prize for physics in 1921.”可知，爱因斯坦直到三岁才会说话，于1885年开始上学，毕业后，他在专利局工作，到1909年，爱因斯坦已经成为顶级科学家，最后，他获得了1921年的诺贝尔物理学奖。因此正确的顺序是a-c-e-d-b。故选B。
40. 推理判断题。根据“Scientists studied his brain after his death to see if there was anything special about it.”可知，科学家们对爱因斯坦的大脑很感兴趣。故选C。
Passage 2（2023·第二中学期中）
Frodo is a 20-year-old cat who loves to sleep in the sun. However, getting to this favorite sleeping place by the pool means hobbling (跛行) down a lot of stairs every day.
But life has become a lot easier for the old cat now.
Liam Thompson is an inventor who loves cats. He noticed his old friend’s difficulties and decided to do something. He spent four days building an elevator that would allow Frodo to go up and down the stairs easily.
A video on the Internet showed how Thompson made the track and cart of the elevator for Frodo. The video attracted over 900,000 people’s interest.
To make sure the elevator was safe for his old friend, Thompson used a toy to test the elevator. Thompson asked his favorite cat, “Are you ready to go downstairs without moving a muscle I hope so because it took me four days.”
Frodo seemed very relaxed in the elevator as it went to the bottom of the stairs. Thompson laughed excitedly as Frodo walked out of the elevator and made his way over the pool.
He said, “This is the greatest day of my life. “His love to his cat has won 1.87 million fans on the Internet. Many viewers felt amazed at his work and one said, “His invention for his pet is much safer than the ones he invents for himself. Respect.”
41. What does the underlined word “elevator” in Paragraph 3 mean ________
A. 楼梯 B. 电梯 C. 斜坡 D. 水坑
42. What’s the purpose (目的) of the writer writing Paragraph 1 ________
A. To tell us the cat loves to sleep in the sun.
B. To explain why the cat loves to sleep in the sun.
C. To tell us it’s hard for the cat to go up and down stairs.
D. To explain the stairs are too old for the cat to go up down.
43. How long did it take Thompson to build the elevator ________
A. 20 years. B. A month. C. Four weeks. D. Four days.
44. What can we infer from Paragraph 6 ________
A. Thompson would not be worried about Frodo any more.
B. The elevator Thompson built for Frodo worked really well.
C. Frodo didn’t like the elevator built by Thompson at all.
D. Frodo was asleep when he took the elevator.
45. What is the main idea of the passage ________
A. Thompson builds an elevator for his cat.
B. Thompson owns a cat that has thousands of fans.
C. A cat with a special elevator lives a happy life.
D. A pet lover has won the hearts of many people.
【答案】41. B 42. C 43. D 44. B 45. A
【解析】 本文是一篇记叙文，讲述Liam Thompson为老朋友Frodo建造电梯的故事。
41. 词句猜测题。根据“...would allow Frodo to go up and down the stairs easily.”可知，使用电梯可以轻松上下楼。故选B。
42. 推理判断题。根据“getting to this favorite sleeping place by the pool means hobbling (跛行) down a lot of stairs every day.”可知，第一段是为了告诉我们，对于这只老猫而言，每天要上上下下爬楼梯非常困难。故选C。
43. 细节理解题。根据“He spent four days building an elevator”可知，他花费了四天时间建造电梯。故选D。
44. 推理判断题。根据“Frodo seemed very relaxed in the elevator as it went to the bottom of the stairs”可知，老猫在电梯中很放松，并且能顺利走出电梯穿过泳池，据此推测，电梯运行很好。故选B。
45. 主旨大意题。本文主要讲述爱猫发明家Liam Thompson因自己的老猫上下楼梯不方便，于是为它建造了一个电梯的故事。故选A。
Passage 3（2023-24·深圳龙岗区联考期中）
The Beets were a new couple. The things in their rooms, such as the television, the computer, the fridge, furniture and so on, were all left by their parents. They only paid some money for their food and clothes. But they tried their best to save money. If they had something important to tell their friends, they always visited them instead of calling them.
One day, it was a quarter past nine. Mr. Beet didn’t come back. His wife was a little worried. The supper was cold and she had waited for two hours and a half. She was sitting by the table in the dark room.
Suddenly the woman heard someone coming upstairs. It was her husband’s step. She hurried to open the door. In the dark she could hear his deep breathing. As soon as he sat down, she turned on the light and found he looked very tired.
“Why do you come back so late, dear ” asked the woman. “Haven’t you caught a bus ”
“Yes, but I didn’t take it.”
“Why not ”
“I ran after it so that I saved two dollars this evening.”
“That’s great!” the woman said happily.” Run after a taxi next time and you’ll save both more time and money.”
11. Mrs. Beet sat in the dark because _______.
A. she was afraid to be seen B. she wanted to have a good rest
C. she wanted to save money D. she didn’t like the bright light
12. Mr. Beet went back _______.
A. by bike B. by taxi C. by bus D. on foot
13. When Mr. Beet got home that evening, _______.
A. he was very tired B. his wife was angry with him
C. he was too hungry to say a word D. his wife felt sorry
14. Mrs. Beet hoped _______.
A. her husband went home by bus the next time
B. her husband could save more money and time
C. her husband could keep on doing exercise
D. her husband could be stronger and stronger
15. Where can you probably read the passage
A. In a storybook. B. In a newspaper.
C. In a sports magazine. D. In a science book
【答案】11. C 12. D 13. A 14. B 15. A
【解析】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一对非常节俭的夫妻的日常生活。
11. 推理判断题。根据第一段“But they tried their best to save money.”，可知她坐在黑暗中是为了节省电费。故选C。
12. 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段丈夫的描述“I ran after it”，可知丈夫是步行回家的。故选D。
13. 细节理解题。根据第三段“she turned on the light and found he looked very tired”，可知丈夫看上去很累。故选A。
14. 细节理解题。根据最后妻子的话“Run after a taxi next time and you’ll save both more time and money”，可知她希望丈夫节省更多的钱和时间。故选B。
15. 推理判断题。本文讲述的是一对非常节俭的夫妻的日常生活，所以最有可能会在故事书上看到。故选A。
Passage 4（2023-24·华师附中期中）
Once upon a time there was a young man with an interest of starting his jewellery（珠宝）business. To learn about these precious stones, he went to an old expert and wanted to learn his skills.
The old expert shook his head in disagreement, for he had seen many others like him who never had what it takes to become a master in this trade. In his mind, patience was the key and they were always in a hurry. He finally gave in, though, after the young man had asked again and again for a chance. “Be here tomorrow.” said the old expert one day.
The young man then went to the expert the next day, only to be placed a jade（翡翠）stone in his hand and was told to do nothing but to hold it. Still feeling lucky for the fact that he was finally allowed to join, the man sat and waited without a word. The old expert then continued his work, cutting, weighing and setting gems.
The second morning the expert again placed the jade in the man’s hand and told him to do the same thing. The same thing happened on next few days when the expert repeated his action.
A week went by and the young man still had nothing to do but to hold the stone. He couldn’t stand the silence anymore. “Excuse me” he asked, “when can I start my training and learn the skills I need ”
“You will,” the expert replied briefly and went on with his work.
Days went by and nothing seemed to change. The young man was losing his patience. He was thinking about quitting. When the expert placed a stone in his hand one morning, the young man shouted without looking at it, “What’s the meaning of repeating this And this is not even the right jade stone! Is it a joke ”
“Finally,” the expert said with a smile, nodding his head, “You have begun to learn.”
The young man replied with a surprised look.
29. What do we know about the expert at first
A. He got angry with the young man. B. He played a joke on the young man.
C. He didn’t want to teach the young man. D. He made friends with the young man.
30. Why did the expert ask the man to hold a stone for days
A. It was a way of learning.
B. He was too busy to teach the man.
C. There was nothing he could teach the man.
D. There was no other work for the man to do.
31. How did the young man’s feeling change
A. worried→unhappy→nervous. B. excited→angry→surprised.
C. worried→nervous→unhappy. D. excited→nervous→angry.
32. What is the best title of the passage
A. A real expert on gems. B. A man who learns quickly.
C. Some good learning habits. D. The importance of patience.
【答案】29. C 30. A 31. B 32. D
【解析】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一个年轻人向宝石专家学习的过程。通过反复握持一个玉石，并在经过一段时间后能够准确辨认不同石头的变化，年轻人逐渐领悟到耐心与专注的重要性。
29. 推理判断题。根据“The old expert shook his head in disagreement”可知，专家起初不想教这位年轻人。故选C。
30. 推理判断题。根据“the expert said with a smile, nodding his head, ‘You have begun to learn.’”可知，专家让年轻人好几天都握着一块石头，因为那也是一种学习方式。故选A。
31. 推理判断题。根据“Still feeling lucky for the fact that he was finally allowed to join”可知，年轻人当时的内心感受是“激动的”、根据“He couldn’t stand the silence anymore.”和“the young man shouted without looking at it”可知，年轻人是“生气的”。根据“The young man replied with a surprised look”可知，年轻人是“惊讶的”。故选B。
32. 最佳标题题。通读全文可知，短文主要讲述一个年轻人向专家求教，专家起初拒绝了。年轻人多次请求专家让他试一试，专家最后答应了。专家连续数日都让年轻人握着一块翡翠石头。在年轻人变得越来越没有耐心的时候，他发现这次握着的竟不是同一块翡翠石头。故事揭示了耐心在学习中的重要性。故选D。
Passage 5（2023-24·广附教育集团联考期中）
Sebastian Stephens is only ten, but he plays the drums, bass, guitar, and piano well. Recently, he earned a professional certificate in music through a program at the famous Berklee, College of Music.
Sebastian and his family live in Memphis, Tennessee, a place famous for music. He grew up with music all around, but he especially loved the drumming of Stewart Copeland from the band The Police. “The Police songs are full of so much cool drumming,” he says.
Before he turned three, his parents asked him what he wanted for his birthday. “Drums!” he answered. So they bought him a junior drum kit. It was a huge step. “He didn’t stop playing—ever,” says his dad, Everett.
But soon Sebastian grew distraught. He couldn’t get his junior drum kit to make the sounds he heard Mr. Copeland making. Therefore, his parents bought him a professional drum kit and signed him up for lessons. In just a few months, his drum teacher reported that Sebastian was learning extremely quickly and needed a higher level of training. He was still four.
Sebastian’s parents inspired him to explore music in other ways. Sebastian learned bass, guitar, and piano. Soon he started a band in kindergarten. By first grade, he was earning money playing music. In 2020, Everett got special permission for Sebastian to join a summer music program at Berklee as an 8-year-old. Sebastian studied bass in an online program. To keep up, he had to practice up to 36 hours a week.
In 2021, Sebastian spent four months in Utah, performing in School of Rock the Musical. Since he plays so many instruments, he was in almost every scene.
When he’s old enough, Sebastian hopes to go to college at Berklee. For now, he’s still practicing and playing. He’s also in a new band called Sound Box.
37. Why is Stewart Copeland mentioned in the text
A. He is a well-known musician.
B. He started a band as a drummer.
C. He inspired Sebastian’s interest in drums.
D. He instructed Sebastian how to play the drums.
38. What does the underlined word “distraught” mean in paragraph 4
A. Bored. B. Upset. C. Curious. D. Relaxed.
39. What made Sebastian decide to learn different musical instruments
A. His desire to join a program.
B. His parents’ encouragement.
C. His wish to earn more money.
D. His drum teacher’s suggestion.
40. Which of the following can best describe Sebastian Stephens according to the text
A. Brave and kind. B. Famous and successful.
C. Confident and outgoing. D. Talented and hard-working.
【答案】37. C 38. B 39. B 40. D
【解析】 本文是一篇记叙文，主要介绍了一位天才鼓手最近获得了伯克利音乐学院证书的故事。
37. 细节理解题。根据“He grew up with music all around, but he especially loved the drumming of Stewart Copeland from the band The Police.”可知，Stewart Copeland激发了Sebastian对鼓的兴趣。故选C。
38. 词义猜测题。根据“But soon Sebastian grew distraught. He couldn’t get his junior drum kit to make the sounds he heard Mr Copeland making.”可知，但很快Sebastian变得心烦意乱，他无法让他的小架子鼓发出他听到的Mr. Copeland发出的声音；可推测出“distraught”意为“upset”。故选B。
39. 细节理解题。根据“Sebastian’s parents inspired him to explore music in other ways. Sebastian learned bass, guitar, and piano.”可知，父母的鼓励使Sebastian决定学习不同的乐器。故选B。
40. 推理判断题。根据“Sebastian Stephens is only ten, but he plays the drums, bass, guitar, and piano well.”以及最后一段中“For now, he’s still practicing and playing.”可知，Sebastian Stephens很有才华且很勤奋。故选D。
Passage 7（2023-24·育才教育集团期中）
During the Jin Dynasty (265—420), there was a child named Che Yin. He was smart and loved to read. He grew up in a poor family and didn’t have enough money for lamp oil to study at night.
One night, he saw fireflies (萤火虫) outside his house and came up with an idea. He caught some fireflies in a cloth bag and hung the bag up as a lamp. It is said that he spent all of his summer nights reading like this.
Another child named Sun Kang also loved reading. One night during winter, Sun used up all his lamp oil and couldn’t study at night. When he woke up at night, he saw the snow reflecting (反射) the moonlight outside his house. “Oh, I can use the reflected light to read!” he thought. He took out his books and read, even though he was freezing cold.
Both of the kids later became successful government officials (政府官员). People were moved because of their hard-working spirit (精神) and turned their stories into the Chinese idiom (成语) nangying yingxue.
Present Xi Jinping once told these stories at the Party School of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央党校). He talked about nangying yingxue, xuanliang cigu and zaobi touguang. All of these stories encourage people to study hard even though they will meet difficulties. Xi hopes that government officials can keep this hard-working spirit in mind.
All of us can learn a lot from these stories. Although they don’t take place in modern times, they are just like the light of fireflies—they light up the road to knowledge.
21. Why did Che Yin collect fireflies
A. Because fireflies are bright enough for him to read. B. Because he wanted to do an experiment.
C. Because he wanted to play with them for fun. D. Because he wanted to show them to his friends.
22. What did Che Yin and Sun Kang have in common
A. They liked nature and animals. B. They were rich and they liked to read.
C. They worked very hard and became successful. D. They became teachers.
23. How many idioms are mentioned in the passage
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Five.
24. What is the purpose of President Xi Jinping to talk about the stories
A. He hopes that government officials can read more books.
B. He hopes that government officials can keep the hard-working spirit in mind.
C. He hopes that more people can become government officials.
D. He hopes that all people can learn more knowledge.
25. What is the best title for the passage
A. Read More and Become Successful B. Work Hard at Night
C. Road to Knowledge D. Old Stories, Hard-working Spirits
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. B 24. B 25. D
【解析】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了车胤和孙康艰难求学的故事，激励人们克服困难，努力学习。
21. 细节理解题。根据第二段“He caught some fireflies in a cloth bag and hung the bag up as a lamp. It is said that he spent all of his summer nights reading like this.”可知，车胤收集萤火虫的目的是因为萤火虫够亮，他可以看书。故选A。
22. 细节理解题。根据第四段“Both of the kids later became successful government officials. People were moved because of their hard-working spirit and turned their stories into the Chinese idiom nangying yingxue.”可知，他们的共同点是非常努力并取得了成功。故选C。
23. 细节理解题。根据第五段“He talked about nangying yingxue, xuanliang cigu and zaobi touguang.”可知，文章提到了“囊萤映雪”、“悬梁刺股”和“凿壁偷光”三个成语。故选B。
24. 细节理解题。根据第五段“All of these stories encourage people to study hard even though they will meet difficulties. Xi hopes that government officials can keep this hard-working spirit in mind.”可知，他希望政府官员保持这种艰苦奋斗的精神。故选B。
25. 最佳标题题。综合全文可知，文章主要讲了车胤和孙康艰难求学的故事，激励人们克服困难，努力学习；选项D“老故事，艰苦奋斗的精神”适合作为文章的标题。故选D。
阅读下面短文，并从文后的六个选项中选择五个还原到原文中，使原文意思完整、连贯。
Passage 8（2023-24·宝安区12校联考期中）
A few days after the party Mary saw Tom again. He was standing at an upstairs window in the mansion (豪宅) and looking down at their garden. Beth and Amy were playing in the snow. They were throwing snowballs and having a lot of fun. Tom’s face was very sad.
“Poor boy!” she thought, “He’s all alone. It’s a shame. He needs some friends.” She couldn’t stop thinking about him. She wanted to go and see him but how could she go to his house without an invitation
Then one snowy afternoon, while she was looking out of the window, she saw Mr Laurence, Tom’s grandfather. He was getting into his carriage. He was going out. This gave her an idea.
“Tom is alone in the house now.” She thought. “Perhaps he’s looking out on his window.” She put on her hat and an old coat and took a broom and a shovel (铁铲) from the kitchen. “What are you going to do, Mary ” asked Meg when she saw her sister in the hall.
“I want to get some exercise,” answered Mary with a smile. “I’m going to clear the garden path.”
Tom was standing at the window again. He wasn’t looking at her so she threw a snowball to get his attention. When the snow hit the glass, he turned his head immediately (立即) and a big snowball changed his pale, sad face. Mary laughed and shouted, “How are you Are you ill ”
Tom opened the window and said, “I’m better now, thank you. I had a bad cold and I had to stay inside for a week.”
46. After reading the story, we know that Mary was ________.
A. kind B. rich C. hard-working D. lonely
47. Mary went to Tom’s house and saw him ________.
A. with Tom’s invitation B. after she found a good excuse (借口)
C. when Mr Laurence was in D. before she cleared the garden path carefully
48. Tom didn’t come out to play with snow because ________.
A. other children didn’t like him B. he didn’t feel well
C. his grandfather didn’t allow him to go out D. he liked being all alone
49. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage
A. Mary came to Tom’s house on a rainy day.
B. Tom didn’t want to see Mary.
C. Tom was sad because he needed to leave the house.
D. Mary overcame dif culties to accompany Tom.
50. What can we infer (推断) from the passage
A. Tom wanted to go out and play with snow. B. Tom lived with his parents.
C. Mary wanted to see Mr Laurence. D. Mary liked doing exercise.
【答案】46. A 47. B 48. B 49. D 50. A
【解析】 本文是一篇记叙文，讲了Mary通过找机会与Tom见面来关心Tom的故事。
46. 推理判断题。根据“ ‘Poor boy!’ she thought, ‘He’s all alone. It’s a shame. He needs some friends.’ ”可知，Mary认为Tom很可怜，需要朋友，故推断出Mary是一个善良的人。故选A。
47. 细节理解题。根据“Then one snowy afternoon, while she was looking out of the window, she saw Mr Laurence, Tom’s grandfather. He was getting into his carriage. He was going out. This gave her an idea.”可知，Mary在看到Mr Laurence出门后，找了一个借口去Tom的家。故选B。
48. 细节理解题。根据“ ‘I’m better now, thank you. I had a bad cold and I had to stay inside for a week.’ ”可知，Tom得了重感冒不得不待在家里，所以他没有出去玩雪。故选B。49. 细节理解题。根据“She wanted to go and see him but how could she go to his house without an invitation ”以及“She put on her hat and an old coat and took a broom and a shovel (铁铲) from the kitchen. ”可知，Mary想要在没有邀请的情况下去看望Tom，故而找机会见Tom，克服困难去陪伴Tom。故选D。
50. 推理判断题。根据“Beth and Amy were playing in the snow. They were throwing snowballs and having a lot of fun. Tom’s face was very sad.”可知，Tom看到伙伴们在外面玩雪很快乐，他很悲伤，故推测出Tom想出去玩雪。故选A。
Passage 9（2023-24·广州珠江中学期中）
I was playing at the front gate, trying to decide whether to walk down the street to play with Jenny, when I saw a poor man coming up the road.
“Hello, little girl,” he said, “is your mama at home ”
I nodded and opened the gate to let him get in the yard. He looked like all the homeless men who came to my home before. His messy hair hung below a shapeless hat, and his old shirt and trousers had been rained on and slept in. He smelled bad.
He walked to the door. When my mother appeared, he asked, “Lady, could you spare something to eat ”
“I think so. Please sit on the step.”
Later, my mother came back and handed him a sandwich made from homemade bread and generous pieces of boiled meat. She also gave him a bottle of milk. “I thank you, lady,” he said.
I played at the gate, watching the man wolf down the sandwich and empty the cup. After finishing the food, he stood up and walked back through the gate. “▲” he told me on the way out.
Jenny had said all the homeless men told each other who would feed them. “They never come to my house!” she had said proudly and happily.
“So why does Mama feed the poor man ” I wondered. I walked inside. “Jenny’s mama says those men are too lazy to work. Why do we feed them ”
My mother smiled. “Sweetheart, we don’t know why these men don’t work,” she said, “but they were babies once. And their mamas loved them, just like I love you.” She put her hands on my shoulders and drew me close to her.
“For me, I fed them for their mothers, because if you were ever hungry and had nothing to eat, I would want others’ mothers to feed you.”
I seemed to find out the answer to my question and understand that.
21. After the poor man came to the writer’s home, the mother ________.
A. made a cake for him B. gave him some money
C. invited him to have some coffee D. offered him some food
22. The story happened in the order of ________.
a. My mother communicated with the poor man
b. I understood my mother after talking to her.
c. I played at the gate and watched the poor man having food.
d. I opened the gate to let him get in the yard.
e. The poor man stood up and walked back through the gate.
A. d-c-a-b-e B. a-e-d-c-b C. c-a-e-d-b D. d-a-c-e-b
23. Which of the following can be put in the __▲__
A. They said your mama would feed me.
B. I would like to come to play with you again.
C. It’s kind of you to let me stay here for one night.
D. We will ask Jenny’s mother to feed us, too.
24. The underlined word “that” in the last paragraph refers to ________.
A. the reason why the mother fed the poor man
B. the talk between the mother and the writer
C. the question that Jenny didn’t know before
D. the fact that Jenny’s family wouldn’t let the poor men in
25. Where may you see this article
A. In a research report. B. In a novel. C. In a science magazine. D. In a menu.
【答案】21. D 22. D 23. A 24. A 25. B
【解析】 本文是一篇记叙文，主要介绍了作者的母亲给一个穷人食物的故事，并引出了母女之间的对话和作者的思考。作者的母亲用自己的行动告诉我们要有爱心，乐于助人。
21. 细节理解题。根据第六段中的“my mother came back and banded him a sandwich ... She also gave him a bottle of milk”可知，作者的母亲给了这个穷人一个三明治和一瓶牛奶。故选D。
22. 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“I nodded and opened the gate to let him get in the yard.”可知，首先作者打开门让他进入院子（d）；根据第四、五段内容可知，接着母亲与这个穷人交谈（a）；根据第七段中的“I played at the gate, watching the man wolf down the sandwich and empty the cup.”可知，作者在门口玩耍并看到穷人在吃饭（c）；根据第七段中的“After finishing the food, he stood up and walked back through the gate.”可知，然后穷人吃完饭后站起来穿过门离开（e）。最后作者通过与母亲的对话理解了母亲的行为（b）。故选D。
23. 推理判断题。根据下一段中的“Jenny had said all the homeless men told each other who would feed them.”可知，穷人在离开时告诉作者的话很可能是关于他被告知作者的母亲会给他食物，这与Jenny所说的无家可归的人会相互告知谁愿意给他们食物相符合。故选A。
24. 词句猜测题。根据上文的“‘So why does Mama feed the poor man ’ I wondered.”并结合最后一段内容可知，这里的“that”指代的是指母亲给出的解释，即她会给穷人食物的原因。故选A。
25. 推理判断题。文章是关于作者看到母亲帮助一个穷人的故事，并引出了母女之间的对话和作者的思考。这种故事情节和人物塑造更符合小说的特点，因此可以推断这篇文章可能出现在小说中。故选B。
Passage 10 （2023-24·花都区期中）
During the Han Dynasty, there was a historian named Sima Qian. One day, the emperor got a message that the captain from northern China. It said that the general (将军) Li Ling had given in (投降) to the enemy. The emperor was very angry with Li Ling. But Sima Qian didn’t say a word.
The emperor asked Sima Qian what he thought about the matter. He answered, “The enemy has 30,000 soldiers, but Li has only 5,000 men. He has been fighting hard for more than ten days. Li only gave in because they had run out of food. I believe he is waiting for another chance to attack.”
When the emperor heard his words, he got even angrier. He punished Sima Qian badly. Sima Qian felt so humiliated (受辱的) that he once wanted to kill himself. But in a letter to his friend, “If I die now, it’s like one hair falling from nine cows. I don’t want to die like a nobody. I will first finish the history book that I am writing.
Later, Sima Qian did finish the book, Records of the Grand Historian (《史记》)
24 . Why was the emperor angry according to Paragraph 1
A . Because Li Ling gave in to Sima Qian’s army.
B . Because Sima Qian didn’t say a word for Li Ling.
C . Because Li Ling gave up fighting with the enemy.
D . Because Sima Qian sent a message to the emperor.
25 . In what order did the following happen in the story
a. Sima Qian decided to keep on writing his history book.
b. Sima Qian didn’t say a word for Li Ling.
c. Sima Qian showed his belief in Li Ling to the emperor.
d. Sima Qian wanted to kill himself.
e. Sima Qian was punished badly by the emperor.
A . c-b-e-d-a B . c-e-d-a-b C . b-c-e-a-d D . b-c-e-d-a
26 . What did Sima Qian mean by saying “it’s like one hair falling from nine cows” in the third paragraph
A . He didn’t want to die like hair falling from nine cows.
B . His life would be different if he died after being punished.
C . His life was a tiny part of something much more important.
D . He wanted to become one hair falling from nine cows.
27 . What kind of man is Sima Qian according to the story
A . Kind and helpful. B . Brave and clever. C . Friendly and gentle. D . Polite and honest.
【答案】24 . C 25 . D 26 . A 27 . B
【导语】本文主要讲了汉朝时期，历史学家司马迁遭受了严重的惩罚，因为他为被敌人击败的李陵辩护。尽管受到严厉的惩罚，司马迁仍然坚持完成了他的著作《史记》，这本书成为了中国历史上最著名的书籍之一。
24 . 细节理解题。根据“t said that the general (将军) Li Ling had given in (投降) to the enemy. The emperor was very angry with Li Ling”可知皇帝对李陵生气，因为他向敌人屈服了。故选C。
25 . 细节理解题。根据第一段“But Sima Qian didn’t say a word.”可知司马迁没有为李陵说话，b排第一位，排除AB；根据第三段“He punished Sima Qian badly...at he once wanted to kill himself...I will first finish the history book that I am writing.”可知皇帝惩罚了他，他想要自杀，但是他继续写书，故d排在a之前，排除C。故选D。
26 . 词义猜测题。根据“it’s like one hair falling from nine cows. I don’t want to die like a nobody”可知他不想像个无名小卒一样死去，故划线部分和选项A意义相近。故选A。
27 . 推理判断题。通读全文可知，司马迁遭受了严重的惩罚，因为他为被敌人击败的李陵辩护。尽管受到严厉的惩罚，司马迁仍然坚持完成了他的著作《史记》，可见他是勇敢和聪明的。故选B。
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Passage 1（2023-24·深圳宝安区12校联考期中）
Here are some encyclopedias for you to read in our online library.
The Columbia Encyclopedia (Sixth Edition):
An English-language dictionary containing more than 51,000 topics, the Columbia Encyclopedia provides trusted facts and information. More than 200 people make great efforts for depth and accuracy (精确) of the encyclopedia. Its topics are complete and clear.
Medical encyclopedias:
Online medical encyclopedias are for doctors, educators and students. The library of free medical encyclopedias contains a variety of trusted facts that cover medical conditions, medical symptoms (症状), and medical causes of health-related problems.
Computer encyclopedias:
Our online library of computer encyclopedias is very useful whether you’re looking for in-depth research or just learning about computer technology. The computer encyclopedias include topics like computer science, computer science and engineering, and computer science and technology.
Science encyclopedias:
Our online library of science encyclopedias covers a variety of topics from biology, psychology, and chemistry to religion and science discoveries. Our online science encyclopedias for kids are a big help for school research projects and science experiments.
1. How many kinds of encyclopedias are mentioned
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six.
2. Medical encyclopedias are for the follow EXCEPT ________.
A. doctors B. educators C. scientists D. students
3. Maria is a student and she wants to learn something about computer science. Which of the following can she choose
A. The Columbia encyclopedias. B. Computer encyclopedias.
C. Medical encyclopedias. D. Science encyclopedias.
4. The underlined word “covers” mean “________” in English.
A. includes B. opens C. turns D. nds
5. Where does the passage probably come from
A. A magazine. B. A school website. C. A storybook. D. A diary.
Passage 2（2023-24·广州铁一教育集团期中）
What makes smartphones fun and useful There are many apps that you can use for work and play. Check out some of them here.
Dawn Chorus—Android/IOS There’s something beautiful about waking up to the sounds of nature. The app Dawn Chorus brings the sound of nature to your mornings. You can start your day with the sweet sounds of birds.
Vocabulary. com IOS If you are looking to improve your English language skills, vocabulary has something to offer. Vocabulary. com is more than just a dictionary. It also has a word learning system, which helps you to learn words through a fun game.
Prisma Android/ IOS Are you a fan of art Here’s an app created just for you. Prisma is a photo-editing app unlike any other. The photo filters (滤镜) on the app can make your pictures look like works of art. Let your imagination go wild!
Productive IOS There is some truth to the saying “old habits die hard”. But what about new habits Sometimes new habits are just as difficult to start up and keep. If you’re having trouble trying to get into a new habit, then Productive might help you.
6. How many apps can you get on ios according to the passage
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
7. If you want to improve your English, which app will you choose
A. Vocabulary. B. Dawn Chorus. C. Prisma. D. Productive.
8. The text is probably from the column (栏目) of in a newspaper
A. Travel. B. Technology. C. Advertisement. D. School life.
Passage 3（2023-24·深圳南山外国语学校期中）
The National Student Exchange is a study chance that allows you to take new courses, see new places, make new friends, and make new choices. You can study for a term or year at one of nearly 200 NSE member schools in the places listed below. *New York * Canada *Guam *Puerto Rico *U.S. Virgin Islands
The program is open to students now enrolled (登记) at one of NSE’s member schools. You can take part in NSE to: broaden (开阔) your mind learn from different teachers experience a different growth find new ways of study learn to live by yourself experience life from a different culture If your school is not an NSE member, you’d better bring the program to the attention of your head teachers. NSE is open to schools in the United States and Canada. Membership information is useful at the Prospective Member site.
11. How many places can you study in ________
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six.
12. What can you NOT get from the NSE ________
A. Learn from different teachers.
B. Work and live in the host country in the future.
C. Learn to live by yourself.
D. Experience life from a different culture.
13. Who can take part in this programme ________
A. A kid in the kinder-garden. B. Professor Miss Li.
C. Cindy from an NSE’s member school. D. Tom, from Italy.
14. What’s the purpose (目的) of the passage ________
A. To ask students to bring the program to their head teachers.
B. To tell us how to join NSE.
C. To introduce some host countries.
D. To call on students to study as exchange students.
15. Where may you read this passage ________
A. From the Internet. B. From a storybook.
C. From a science magazine. D. From a map.
Passage 4（2023-24·花都区期中）
The 2024 Exeter (埃克塞特) Summer Education Program
Do you dream of studying in another country Do you love to make friends and study with students from around the world If so, the 2024 Exeter Summer Education Program is perfect for you!
Dates: July 6—August 8, 2024 Age: Between the ages of 13 and 18 years old on September 1, 2024. Fee: $75 USD Language: All students must have a high level of English to attend the program.
Important Notes:
● All applicants must write a one-to-two-page article including the following. First, tell your interests and abilities along with any other background information you wish to share with us. Second, share a meaningful personal experience which has influenced you, show your reasons for wanting to attend Exeter Summer.
●All applicants must have a reference (推荐信) from their head teacher. The head teacher will receive an email with an Exeter Summer Reference Form. Your head teacher must complete the form through the online form system.
●Study the program course catalogs (目录). The 2024 catalogs will be online in late January this year.
●The 2024 application (申请) will begin in the early February of 2024. If you are interested, welcome to apply!
32．Who can apply for the 2024 Exeter Summer Education Program
A．Tom born on July 1, 2005 who can speak quite good English.
B．Lily born on September 1, 2008 who can communicate well in English.
C．Harry born on March 1, 2011 who can only speak Mandarin.
D．Amy born on October 1, 2012 who can speak English and French.
33．What should not be included in the applicant’s article
A．What they like and what they are good at.
B．What important experience they have had.
C．Why they are applying for the program.
D．How they complete the applicant forms.
34．What should you keep in mind if you want to apply for the program
A．You should spend $85 as the program fee.
B．You should check the course catalogs online.
C．You must get a reference from your friend.
D．You can apply for the program in late January.
Passage 5（2023-24·广州第七中学）
How do you spend your free time Do you want to live a different after-school life How about mixing into elements of intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产元素) Here are four examples.
Li Chenxi is a student at the No 2 Primary School in Yinchuan. Her school brings traditional Chinese culture into the after-school care services. Li is interested in tie-dye (扎染). She can make dolls and dresses after learning for more than a year. “In the past, I had too much homework to do. But now I can do what I want to do in my free time. I enjoy it,” she said.
When Antoine, an international student from Rwanda (卢旺达), first watched the dragon dance, he was surprised and could not wait to join in it. However, the training was not easy. He kept practising day by day to perfectly do the jumps and turns and lift the dragon body high in the air. In 2015, Antoine built the first international student dragon dance team in his school. Now the team has about 100 students from different countries.
It is on Saturday afternoon. A group of children are following Zhu Wei in Zimbabwe (津巴布韦). Zhu, a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, teaches them tai chi. These children like tai chi. In their opinion, tai chi helps them keep healthy and focus on studies. It’s a mind-body exercise.
Chloe from Canada is a paper-cutting lover. Every Sunday, she learns paper-cutting from Mrs Smith. The girl can easily cut butterflies, horses, flowers and so on. Last weekend, Chloe made a paper-cutting work of Rongbao (蓉宝). She felt excited to see it shown on the school wall.
43. What can we learn about Antoine ________
A. He comes from America.
B. He practised hard on dragon dance.
C. He built a dragon dance team five years ago.
D. His dragon dance team is the second in his school.
44. Why do children in Zimbabwe choose to practice tai chi ________
①To make more friends.
②To learn about Chinese culture.
③To be healthy and strong.
④To help them pay attention to studies.
A. ①② B. ③④ C. ①③ D. ②④
45. Which of the following is the topic of the four passages ________
A. Foreign students enjoy traditional Chinese culture.
B. The world is beautiful because of different cultures.
C. Chinese culture is popular among people of all ages.
D. Traditional Chinese culture lights up the after-school life.
Passage 6（2023-24·广州珠江中学期中）
Birthday Traditions in Different Countries
England Certain symbolic objects are mixed into the birthday cake as it’s being prepared. If your piece of cake has a coin in it, then you will be rich. Also, when it’s your birthday, your friends give you the “bumps”. They lift you in the air by your hands and feet. And they raise you up and down to the floor. One for each year you lived, then another one or two for luck.
Denmark A flag is flown outside a window. It shows that someone who lives in that house is having a birthday. Presents are placed around the child’s bed while he/she is sleeping. So the child will see them at once when they wake up.
Holland Special year birthdays such as 5, 10, 15, 20, 21 are called “crown” years. The birthday child receives an especially large gift on a crown year birthday. The family also decorates the birthday child’s year at the dining room table with flowers, paper streamers and balloons.
Canada The birthday child’s nose is greased (涂抹) with butter for good luck. The greased nose makes the child so slippery that bad luck can’t catch him/her. In some parts of Canada, the birthday person even receives a punch (一拳) for each year he/she is alive. And then one for good luck.
Brazil The birthday child receives a pull on the ear for each year he/she has been alive. The birthday person also gives the first piece of cake to the most special people.
Korea There is a big family party on the first birthday. The table is set with food, and four things: a pencil, a ruler, thread, and money. The baby chooses one thing. People think it can tell his/her future: excellent student, good with hands, long life or riches.
South Africa On the twenty-first birthday, a key is given by the parents. It is made of anything from paper to silver to gold. It is a sign that the child is ready to unlock the door to their future.
31. The following tradition is mentioned in the passage EXCEPT ________.
A. giving a pull on the ear B. having a big family party
C. greasing butter on the nose D. flying a flag at the child’s bed
32. In which countries do people celebrate their 21st birthday specially
A. Canada and England. B. Denmark and Korea.
C. Brazil and Holland. D. Holland and South Africa.
33. The passage mainly tells us ________.
A. people in different countries have their own special year birthdays
B. people in different countries celebrate their birthday in different ways
C. people always have a big birthday party at home in different countries
D. people always know a 1-year-old baby’s future from the thing he chooses
Passage 7（2023-24·广州培英学校期中）
National Museum of Natural History
If you love nature and want to find out about the natural world, come to join us and you can learn a lot.
The Gulf of Mexico is home to different plants and animals. However, the home is now in great danger because of human e to the speech and join the scientists to understand the effects of the human activities on the sea and the sea plants and animals! Time: At 1:30 p.m. on Monday Price: ＄3 for all
Butterfly House is home to hundreds of butterflies and offers visitors a great chance to get close to many kinds of living butterflies from all over the world. Time: At 12:30 p.m. on Friday and Sunday Price: ＄6; half price for children under 12
The O. Orkin Insect Zoo—the oldest insect zoo in the United States, has many kinds of insects. Visitors can look at insects closely and experience daily spider feedings. Time: At 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. from Tuesday to Sunday Price:7; 4 for children under 12
Smithsonian Science How, a research program, will show how scientists work on coral and coral reefs (珊瑚礁) from Oahu Island online. Your questions will also be answered during the show. Website: naturalhistory. si. edu Time: At 10:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday Price: Free
26. Who made the Gulf of Mexico in danger
A. Different plants. B. Scientists. C. Sea animals. D. People.
27. If Mike, a 14-year-old student, with his 6-year-old sister wants to visit the Butterfly House, they will pay ______.
A. 3 dollars B. 6 dollars C. 9 dollars D. 12 dollars
28. People can feed the spiders ________.
A. in Oahu Island B. in the Gulf of Mexico C. in Butterfly House D. in the O. Orkin Insect Zoo
29. Which type is the article
A. A timetable. B. A guide book. C. A report. D. A story.
Passage 8（2023-24·华师附中）
Flying like a bat
B2 is a robot made to understand bat flight. The strength of flying made by the bats’ wings comes from a strong piece of skin. If you want to make a flying robot, said Science Focus, don’t copy bats. But B2 has very thin “skin” made of silicone（硅酮）. It flaps its wings and does sharp drops and turns, just like a real bat!
Walking with Cockroaches’ sticky feet
It has four legs instead of six, but this 4.5-centimeter-long cockroach（蟑螂）robot can walk and climb walls just like real cockroaches which have sticky（有粘性的）feet. The robot uses electricity to stick to walls. The tiny robot can look around inside engines because humans can’t go there.
____________
German scientists used magnets（磁铁）to move a 3D-printed guppy（孔雀鱼）around. The magnetic robot roller around under the fish tank. It copied the speed and direction of a fish partner, who thought the printed guppy was real. The team now use the robotic fish to better understand group actions in guppies.
37. What can we infer（推断）from Science Focus about flying robots
A. Bats fly in a different way from some other flying animals.
B. People should not make a flying robot that flies like a bat.
C. Robots cannot fly without strong wings like bats.
D. Flying robots need a thin skin made of silicone to fly.
38. How is the robotic cockroach different from a real one
A. It only has four legs. B. It can’t climb walls.
C. It can’t go into an engine. D. It is made of silicone.
39. What would be the best heading for the third piece of news
A. Printing beautiful guppies. B. Copying guppies’ speed and direction.
C. 3D-printed guppy moving around by magnet. D. Rolling around guppies.
40. In which section of the newspaper can we read the news
A. Animal World. B. Science Study. C. Culture Corner. D. School Time.
记叙文
Passage 1（2023-24·广州第二中学期中）
Albert Einstein (1879—1955)
Early Life
Albert Einstein was born in 1879 in Germany. He was an extraordinary person since he was born. Einstein wasn’t able to speak a word until three. He was always interested in things around and full of imagination. He loved watching things carefully and asked a lot of questions about them. His questions were often hard to answer for teachers.
Schooling
Einstein started school in 1885. Though he did well in maths and science, he failed in many subjects like history, geography and languages. Einstein finished high school in Switzerland and entered a university in Zurich. He graduated (大学毕业) as a teacher of maths and physics in 1900.
Scientific Work
After graduation, Einstein worked at the Patent Office. He spent much time studying physics. By 1909, Einstein had become a top scientist. Though he became successful in the field of science, he still worked hard on scientific research. Finally, he won the Nobel Prize for physics in 1921.
Later life
Einstein kept at his research until he died in 1955. Scientists studied his brain after his death to see if there was anything special about it. However, there was no answer.
Today, many famous scientists still think Einstein is the smartest man in the world.
36. Where can you probably find this passage ________
A. In an encyclopedia. B. In an advertisement (广告).
C. In a travel guide. D. In a dictionary.
37. From the passage, we can learn that Albert Einstein ________.
A. was not good at asking questions. B. did well in all his school work.
C. worked as a teacher after he graduated. D. had great achievement in physics.
38. What does the underlined word “extraordinary” mean in Chinese ________
A. 幽默的 B. 笨拙的 C. 非凡的 D. 普通的
39. Which of the following shows the order of Einstein’s experience ________
a. Albert Einstein began to talk with others with words.
b. Albert Einstein won the Nobel Prize of physics.
c. Albert Einstein started his school life in Switzerland.
d. Albert Einstein became a top scientist in the world.
e. Albert Einstein got a job at the Patent Office.
A. a-c-b-e-d B. a-c-e-d-b C. c-a-b-e-d D. c-a-e-d-b
40. What can we know from the last two paragraphs ________
A. Nobody could be smarter than Albert Einstein.
B. Scientists found out why Albert Einstein was so smart.
C. Scientists showed great interest in Albert Einstein’s brain.
D. Albert Einstein couldn’t keep on working in his later life.
Passage 2（2023·第二中学期中）
Frodo is a 20-year-old cat who loves to sleep in the sun. However, getting to this favorite sleeping place by the pool means hobbling (跛行) down a lot of stairs every day.
But life has become a lot easier for the old cat now.
Liam Thompson is an inventor who loves cats. He noticed his old friend’s difficulties and decided to do something. He spent four days building an elevator that would allow Frodo to go up and down the stairs easily.
A video on the Internet showed how Thompson made the track and cart of the elevator for Frodo. The video attracted over 900,000 people’s interest.
To make sure the elevator was safe for his old friend, Thompson used a toy to test the elevator. Thompson asked his favorite cat, “Are you ready to go downstairs without moving a muscle I hope so because it took me four days.”
Frodo seemed very relaxed in the elevator as it went to the bottom of the stairs. Thompson laughed excitedly as Frodo walked out of the elevator and made his way over the pool.
He said, “This is the greatest day of my life. “His love to his cat has won 1.87 million fans on the Internet. Many viewers felt amazed at his work and one said, “His invention for his pet is much safer than the ones he invents for himself. Respect.”
41. What does the underlined word “elevator” in Paragraph 3 mean ________
A. 楼梯 B. 电梯 C. 斜坡 D. 水坑
42. What’s the purpose (目的) of the writer writing Paragraph 1 ________
A. To tell us the cat loves to sleep in the sun.
B. To explain why the cat loves to sleep in the sun.
C. To tell us it’s hard for the cat to go up and down stairs.
D. To explain the stairs are too old for the cat to go up down.
43. How long did it take Thompson to build the elevator ________
A. 20 years. B. A month. C. Four weeks. D. Four days.
44. What can we infer from Paragraph 6 ________
A. Thompson would not be worried about Frodo any more.
B. The elevator Thompson built for Frodo worked really well.
C. Frodo didn’t like the elevator built by Thompson at all.
D. Frodo was asleep when he took the elevator.
45. What is the main idea of the passage ________
A. Thompson builds an elevator for his cat.
B. Thompson owns a cat that has thousands of fans.
C. A cat with a special elevator lives a happy life.
D. A pet lover has won the hearts of many people.
Passage 3（2023-24·深圳龙岗区联考期中）
The Beets were a new couple. The things in their rooms, such as the television, the computer, the fridge, furniture and so on, were all left by their parents. They only paid some money for their food and clothes. But they tried their best to save money. If they had something important to tell their friends, they always visited them instead of calling them.
One day, it was a quarter past nine. Mr. Beet didn’t come back. His wife was a little worried. The supper was cold and she had waited for two hours and a half. She was sitting by the table in the dark room.
Suddenly the woman heard someone coming upstairs. It was her husband’s step. She hurried to open the door. In the dark she could hear his deep breathing. As soon as he sat down, she turned on the light and found he looked very tired.
“Why do you come back so late, dear ” asked the woman. “Haven’t you caught a bus ”
“Yes, but I didn’t take it.”
“Why not ”
“I ran after it so that I saved two dollars this evening.”
“That’s great!” the woman said happily.” Run after a taxi next time and you’ll save both more time and money.”
11. Mrs. Beet sat in the dark because _______.
A. she was afraid to be seen B. she wanted to have a good rest
C. she wanted to save money D. she didn’t like the bright light
12. Mr. Beet went back _______.
A. by bike B. by taxi C. by bus D. on foot
13. When Mr. Beet got home that evening, _______.
A. he was very tired B. his wife was angry with him
C. he was too hungry to say a word D. his wife felt sorry
14. Mrs. Beet hoped _______.
A. her husband went home by bus the next time
B. her husband could save more money and time
C. her husband could keep on doing exercise
D. her husband could be stronger and stronger
15. Where can you probably read the passage
A. In a storybook. B. In a newspaper.
C. In a sports magazine. D. In a science book
Passage 4（2023-24·华师附中期中）
Once upon a time there was a young man with an interest of starting his jewellery（珠宝）business. To learn about these precious stones, he went to an old expert and wanted to learn his skills.
The old expert shook his head in disagreement, for he had seen many others like him who never had what it takes to become a master in this trade. In his mind, patience was the key and they were always in a hurry. He finally gave in, though, after the young man had asked again and again for a chance. “Be here tomorrow.” said the old expert one day.
The young man then went to the expert the next day, only to be placed a jade（翡翠）stone in his hand and was told to do nothing but to hold it. Still feeling lucky for the fact that he was finally allowed to join, the man sat and waited without a word. The old expert then continued his work, cutting, weighing and setting gems.
The second morning the expert again placed the jade in the man’s hand and told him to do the same thing. The same thing happened on next few days when the expert repeated his action.
A week went by and the young man still had nothing to do but to hold the stone. He couldn’t stand the silence anymore. “Excuse me” he asked, “when can I start my training and learn the skills I need ”
“You will,” the expert replied briefly and went on with his work.
Days went by and nothing seemed to change. The young man was losing his patience. He was thinking about quitting. When the expert placed a stone in his hand one morning, the young man shouted without looking at it, “What’s the meaning of repeating this And this is not even the right jade stone! Is it a joke ”
“Finally,” the expert said with a smile, nodding his head, “You have begun to learn.”
The young man replied with a surprised look.
29. What do we know about the expert at first
A. He got angry with the young man. B. He played a joke on the young man.
C. He didn’t want to teach the young man. D. He made friends with the young man.
30. Why did the expert ask the man to hold a stone for days
A. It was a way of learning.
B. He was too busy to teach the man.
C. There was nothing he could teach the man.
D. There was no other work for the man to do.
31. How did the young man’s feeling change
A. worried→unhappy→nervous. B. excited→angry→surprised.
C. worried→nervous→unhappy. D. excited→nervous→angry.
32. What is the best title of the passage
A. A real expert on gems. B. A man who learns quickly.
C. Some good learning habits. D. The importance of patience.
Passage 5（2023-24·广附教育集团联考期中）
Sebastian Stephens is only ten, but he plays the drums, bass, guitar, and piano well. Recently, he earned a professional certificate in music through a program at the famous Berklee, College of Music.
Sebastian and his family live in Memphis, Tennessee, a place famous for music. He grew up with music all around, but he especially loved the drumming of Stewart Copeland from the band The Police. “The Police songs are full of so much cool drumming,” he says.
Before he turned three, his parents asked him what he wanted for his birthday. “Drums!” he answered. So they bought him a junior drum kit. It was a huge step. “He didn’t stop playing—ever,” says his dad, Everett.
But soon Sebastian grew distraught. He couldn’t get his junior drum kit to make the sounds he heard Mr. Copeland making. Therefore, his parents bought him a professional drum kit and signed him up for lessons. In just a few months, his drum teacher reported that Sebastian was learning extremely quickly and needed a higher level of training. He was still four.
Sebastian’s parents inspired him to explore music in other ways. Sebastian learned bass, guitar, and piano. Soon he started a band in kindergarten. By first grade, he was earning money playing music. In 2020, Everett got special permission for Sebastian to join a summer music program at Berklee as an 8-year-old. Sebastian studied bass in an online program. To keep up, he had to practice up to 36 hours a week.
In 2021, Sebastian spent four months in Utah, performing in School of Rock the Musical. Since he plays so many instruments, he was in almost every scene.
When he’s old enough, Sebastian hopes to go to college at Berklee. For now, he’s still practicing and playing. He’s also in a new band called Sound Box.
37. Why is Stewart Copeland mentioned in the text
A. He is a well-known musician.
B. He started a band as a drummer.
C. He inspired Sebastian’s interest in drums.
D. He instructed Sebastian how to play the drums.
38. What does the underlined word “distraught” mean in paragraph 4
A. Bored. B. Upset. C. Curious. D. Relaxed.
39. What made Sebastian decide to learn different musical instruments
A. His desire to join a program.
B. His parents’ encouragement.
C. His wish to earn more money.
D. His drum teacher’s suggestion.
40. Which of the following can best describe Sebastian Stephens according to the text
A. Brave and kind. B. Famous and successful.
C. Confident and outgoing. D. Talented and hard-working.
Passage 7（2023-24·育才教育集团期中）
During the Jin Dynasty (265—420), there was a child named Che Yin. He was smart and loved to read. He grew up in a poor family and didn’t have enough money for lamp oil to study at night.
One night, he saw fireflies (萤火虫) outside his house and came up with an idea. He caught some fireflies in a cloth bag and hung the bag up as a lamp. It is said that he spent all of his summer nights reading like this.
Another child named Sun Kang also loved reading. One night during winter, Sun used up all his lamp oil and couldn’t study at night. When he woke up at night, he saw the snow reflecting (反射) the moonlight outside his house. “Oh, I can use the reflected light to read!” he thought. He took out his books and read, even though he was freezing cold.
Both of the kids later became successful government officials (政府官员). People were moved because of their hard-working spirit (精神) and turned their stories into the Chinese idiom (成语) nangying yingxue.
Present Xi Jinping once told these stories at the Party School of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央党校). He talked about nangying yingxue, xuanliang cigu and zaobi touguang. All of these stories encourage people to study hard even though they will meet difficulties. Xi hopes that government officials can keep this hard-working spirit in mind.
All of us can learn a lot from these stories. Although they don’t take place in modern times, they are just like the light of fireflies—they light up the road to knowledge.
21. Why did Che Yin collect fireflies
A. Because fireflies are bright enough for him to read. B. Because he wanted to do an experiment.
C. Because he wanted to play with them for fun. D. Because he wanted to show them to his friends.
22. What did Che Yin and Sun Kang have in common
A. They liked nature and animals. B. They were rich and they liked to read.
C. They worked very hard and became successful. D. They became teachers.
23. How many idioms are mentioned in the passage
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Five.
24. What is the purpose of President Xi Jinping to talk about the stories
A. He hopes that government officials can read more books.
B. He hopes that government officials can keep the hard-working spirit in mind.
C. He hopes that more people can become government officials.
D. He hopes that all people can learn more knowledge.
25. What is the best title for the passage
A. Read More and Become Successful B. Work Hard at Night
C. Road to Knowledge D. Old Stories, Hard-working Spirits
Passage 8（2023-24·宝安区12校联考期中）
A few days after the party Mary saw Tom again. He was standing at an upstairs window in the mansion (豪宅) and looking down at their garden. Beth and Amy were playing in the snow. They were throwing snowballs and having a lot of fun. Tom’s face was very sad.
“Poor boy!” she thought, “He’s all alone. It’s a shame. He needs some friends.” She couldn’t stop thinking about him. She wanted to go and see him but how could she go to his house without an invitation
Then one snowy afternoon, while she was looking out of the window, she saw Mr Laurence, Tom’s grandfather. He was getting into his carriage. He was going out. This gave her an idea.
“Tom is alone in the house now.” She thought. “Perhaps he’s looking out on his window.” She put on her hat and an old coat and took a broom and a shovel (铁铲) from the kitchen. “What are you going to do, Mary ” asked Meg when she saw her sister in the hall.
“I want to get some exercise,” answered Mary with a smile. “I’m going to clear the garden path.”
Tom was standing at the window again. He wasn’t looking at her so she threw a snowball to get his attention. When the snow hit the glass, he turned his head immediately (立即) and a big snowball changed his pale, sad face. Mary laughed and shouted, “How are you Are you ill ”
Tom opened the window and said, “I’m better now, thank you. I had a bad cold and I had to stay inside for a week.”
46. After reading the story, we know that Mary was ________.
A. kind B. rich C. hard-working D. lonely
47. Mary went to Tom’s house and saw him ________.
A. with Tom’s invitation B. after she found a good excuse (借口)
C. when Mr Laurence was in D. before she cleared the garden path carefully
48. Tom didn’t come out to play with snow because ________.
A. other children didn’t like him B. he didn’t feel well
C. his grandfather didn’t allow him to go out D. he liked being all alone
49. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage
A. Mary came to Tom’s house on a rainy day.
B. Tom didn’t want to see Mary.
C. Tom was sad because he needed to leave the house.
D. Mary overcame dif culties to accompany Tom.
50. What can we infer (推断) from the passage
A. Tom wanted to go out and play with snow. B. Tom lived with his parents.
C. Mary wanted to see Mr Laurence. D. Mary liked doing exercise.
Passage 9（2023-24·广州珠江中学期中）
I was playing at the front gate, trying to decide whether to walk down the street to play with Jenny, when I saw a poor man coming up the road.
“Hello, little girl,” he said, “is your mama at home ”
I nodded and opened the gate to let him get in the yard. He looked like all the homeless men who came to my home before. His messy hair hung below a shapeless hat, and his old shirt and trousers had been rained on and slept in. He smelled bad.
He walked to the door. When my mother appeared, he asked, “Lady, could you spare something to eat ”
“I think so. Please sit on the step.”
Later, my mother came back and handed him a sandwich made from homemade bread and generous pieces of boiled meat. She also gave him a bottle of milk. “I thank you, lady,” he said.
I played at the gate, watching the man wolf down the sandwich and empty the cup. After finishing the food, he stood up and walked back through the gate. “▲” he told me on the way out.
Jenny had said all the homeless men told each other who would feed them. “They never come to my house!” she had said proudly and happily.
“So why does Mama feed the poor man ” I wondered. I walked inside. “Jenny’s mama says those men are too lazy to work. Why do we feed them ”
My mother smiled. “Sweetheart, we don’t know why these men don’t work,” she said, “but they were babies once. And their mamas loved them, just like I love you.” She put her hands on my shoulders and drew me close to her.
“For me, I fed them for their mothers, because if you were ever hungry and had nothing to eat, I would want others’ mothers to feed you.”
I seemed to find out the answer to my question and understand that.
21. After the poor man came to the writer’s home, the mother ________.
A. made a cake for him B. gave him some money
C. invited him to have some coffee D. offered him some food
22. The story happened in the order of ________.
a. My mother communicated with the poor man
b. I understood my mother after talking to her.
c. I played at the gate and watched the poor man having food.
d. I opened the gate to let him get in the yard.
e. The poor man stood up and walked back through the gate.
A. d-c-a-b-e B. a-e-d-c-b C. c-a-e-d-b D. d-a-c-e-b
23. Which of the following can be put in the __▲__
A. They said your mama would feed me.
B. I would like to come to play with you again.
C. It’s kind of you to let me stay here for one night.
D. We will ask Jenny’s mother to feed us, too.
24. The underlined word “that” in the last paragraph refers to ________.
A. the reason why the mother fed the poor man
B. the talk between the mother and the writer
C. the question that Jenny didn’t know before
D. the fact that Jenny’s family wouldn’t let the poor men in
25. Where may you see this article
A. In a research report. B. In a novel. C. In a science magazine. D. In a menu.
Passage 10 （2023-24·花都区期中）
During the Han Dynasty, there was a historian named Sima Qian. One day, the emperor got a message that the captain from northern China. It said that the general (将军) Li Ling had given in (投降) to the enemy. The emperor was very angry with Li Ling. But Sima Qian didn’t say a word.
The emperor asked Sima Qian what he thought about the matter. He answered, “The enemy has 30,000 soldiers, but Li has only 5,000 men. He has been fighting hard for more than ten days. Li only gave in because they had run out of food. I believe he is waiting for another chance to attack.”
When the emperor heard his words, he got even angrier. He punished Sima Qian badly. Sima Qian felt so humiliated (受辱的) that he once wanted to kill himself. But in a letter to his friend, “If I die now, it’s like one hair falling from nine cows. I don’t want to die like a nobody. I will first finish the history book that I am writing.
Later, Sima Qian did finish the book, Records of the Grand Historian (《史记》)
24 . Why was the emperor angry according to Paragraph 1
A . Because Li Ling gave in to Sima Qian’s army.
B . Because Sima Qian didn’t say a word for Li Ling.
C . Because Li Ling gave up fighting with the enemy.
D . Because Sima Qian sent a message to the emperor.
25 . In what order did the following happen in the story
a. Sima Qian decided to keep on writing his history book.
b. Sima Qian didn’t say a word for Li Ling.
c. Sima Qian showed his belief in Li Ling to the emperor.
d. Sima Qian wanted to kill himself.
e. Sima Qian was punished badly by the emperor.
A . c-b-e-d-a B . c-e-d-a-b C . b-c-e-a-d D . b-c-e-d-a
26 . What did Sima Qian mean by saying “it’s like one hair falling from nine cows” in the third paragraph
A . He didn’t want to die like hair falling from nine cows.
B . His life would be different if he died after being punished.
C . His life was a tiny part of something much more important.
D . He wanted to become one hair falling from nine cows.
27 . What kind of man is Sima Qian according to the story
A . Kind and helpful. B . Brave and clever. C . Friendly and gentle. D . Polite and honest.
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