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1.（24-25高三上·山西吕梁·期中）“Well, Amy, how are you getting on with your napkin (手帕) ” cried Lizzy, whose swift fingers seemed to fly over her work. “Not very fast,” replied quiet little Amy, without raising her eyes. “I have almost finished one side.” “One side!” said Lizzy, with a laugh which was neither pleasant nor kind. “Why We both began hemming (缝褶边) our napkins at the same time and I’m now at the fourth side of mine!”
“I know that I am slow,” sighed Amy. “You may well say that!” cried Lizzy. “But I’ll try to be steady and to do my best,” said the little girl, as she threaded her tiny needle and went on with her work. “As I sew so fast,” cried Lizzy. “I am sure to have finished my napkin long before the bell rings for dinner. I’ll just run for a minute to the garden to see if the roses are out.” Tossing down her work on a chair, Lizzy flew off.
Amy longed for the fresh air and the flowers, but her work must first be done. Steadily she laid down her broad hem and had finished the second side of her napkin before her sister came back. “Ah, you plodding little thing!” cried Lizzy. “You will never get up to me. I’ll have time to go to my room and put my new picture on the wall.” Off went gay little Lizzy. Amy went on with her work. Before her sister again entered the room, the third side of her napkin was hemmed.
“Had you not better finish your sewing ” said Amy. “It must be near dinner-time now.” “Oh! I can finish it in two minutes. Only I want to look at that story, which Tom told us was so amusing.”“But if you are late ” “No fear of that!” cried Lizzy. “No one is so likely to be late as a slow little creature like you!”
Poor Amy made no reply. Stitch after stitch, stitch after stitch, quietly she worked on. Lizzy was soon so deep in her story that she forgot all about her work, till startled by the sound of the bell. “Can it be dinner-time!” she cried. “Oh dear, and my napkin is not hemmed! And yours ” Lizzy stared at Amy. “It is just finished,” said Amy, as she quietly folded it up. “This just like ‘The Hare and the Tortoise’.” thought Lizzy, who, though impolite and vain (自负的), had enough of sense to take a lesson.
Quickness may have the start, but the quiet, steady worker does most in the end.
1．Why did Lizzy cry at Amy at the beginning of the story
A．To arouse Amy’s interest in her.
B．To warn Amy of the coming danger.
C．To express her regret about not following Amy.
D．To show her dissatisfaction with Amy.
2．What does the underlined phrase “tossing down” in Paragraph 2 mean
A．Taking up. B．Picking out. C．Laying aside. D．Picking up.
3．What can we infer from “her tiny needle” in Paragraph 2 and “her broad hem” in Paragraph 3
A．To stress the challenge of the task.
B．To emphasize the importance of the task.
C．To show the simplicity of the task.
D．To present the flexibility of the task.
4．Which would be the best title for this passage
A．Kind and Pleasant B．Speedy and Steady
C．Tiny but Broad D．Quiet but Humorous
2.（24-25高三上·山西·期末）When chemist Robert Hamers cracked (打开) open the cup he had used to heat a brew of’ metal crystals (晶体) , he was greeted with something special: a wonderful small forest in deep shades of green.
The cobalt-containing crystals he had been growing for two weeks in a tool had vined their way upward from the base in a surprisingly familiar pattern and shade to match. It looked as if tiny elm trees, surrounded by shrubs and hedges, had been skillfully drawn inside the egg-shaped cup.
“I was completely awestruck,” said Hamers. “What really surprised me was, you look at it and you see a trunk is growing down from the bottom, and there are branches, and they are pretty well resolved.”
Hamers had set out to grow “a very large” crystal of lithium cobalt dioxide (二氧化钴锂) , the material used in the batteries powering mobile phones, laptops, video cameras, and other electronic devices. He planned to use it to develop a fingerprint of the chemical in nature, through a technique known as Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. Once developed, the fingerprint could be used to scan landfill sites and other environments for the leaked chemical from discarded (丢弃的) batteries, tracing the chemical to its end of life.
There was a long lead up time to cracking open the sealed cup. First, a few bits of lithium cobalt oxide were put inside, an ink-black powder to the eye. Extremely high temperatures are required, reaching beyond 1,292 degrees Fahrenheit. Then the cooling begins: Larger crystals only form if the cooling period is extremely slow — in this case the scientists gave it two weeks. Ultimately, the experiment failed: The crystals that grew inside the cup weren’t big enough for the tests Hamers wanted to do.
But his photo of the result won one of the awards of the university’s Science Image Contest. Even failure can carry a touch of magic.
5．What was the outcome of Hamers experiment
A．The crystals were big enough.
B．The crystals were dangerous to users.
C．The crystals formed a forest-like pattern.
D．The experiment was a complete success.
6．How did Hamers feel when he cracked open the cup
A．Disappointed. B．Amazed. C．Doubtful. D．Relieved.
7．What was the main purpose of the chemical fingerprint Hamers wanted to develop
A．To identify the crystal structure.
B．To enhance battery performance.
C．To improve crystal growth techniques.
D．To track the chemical in the environment.
8．What is the text meant to show us
A．Every cloud has a silver lining.
B．Actions speak louder than words.
C．You can’t judge a book by its cover.
D．Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.
3.（24-25高三下·天津·开学考试）My dearest granddaughter,
By the time you read this, I’ll be gone. But I want to share with you the story that shaped our family’s legacy (遗产) —a tale of gratitude that echoed (流传) through generations.
It was 1955, and I was just a young girl of 12. Times were hard, and our family struggled to make ends meet. One particularly hard winter, we had nothing left but a few potatoes and a little candle. That’s when a knock on the door changed everything. Mrs. Thompson, our neighbor, stood there with a basket full of food. “I’m thankful for good neighbors,” she said simply, pressing the basket into my mother’s hands before hurrying away. That night, as we enjoyed our unexpected meal, my father declared, “When we have enough, we must remember this kindness and pass it on.”
Years passed, and our fortunes improved. True to his word, my father always found ways to help others, saying it was an echo of Mrs. Thompson’ s kindness. I watched as he slipped groceries onto the porches (门廊) of struggling families, secretly paid for children’s school supplies, and volunteered at the local shelter.
One day, while volunteering, he met a young man named Jack —your grandfather. Jack had fallen on hard times but was determined to turn his life around. My father took him under his wing, helping him find a job and a place to live. Jack, filled with gratitude, threw himself into his work and studies. He often said, “I’m just echoing the kindness shown to me.” It was his gratitude and determination that first drew me to him.
As our family grew, your grandfather and I made sure to keep the echo alive. We taught your mother, and her siblings, the importance of being thankful and paying kindness forward.
Now, my dear Emma, I pass this story to you. Our family’s echo of thankfulness has touched countless lives over the years. Some we know about, like the scholarship fund your mother started, but many more we’ ll never know.
Remember, gratitude is not just a feeling —it’s an action. It has the power to create ripples(涟漪) that turn into waves, touching lives far beyond our own.
With all my love,
Grandma
9．How did the family feel about Mrs. Thompson’s action
A．Puzzled. B．Surprised. C．Grateful. D．Skeptical.
10．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A．The way Grandma helped others.
B．Grandma watched her father helping others.
C．Over the years, my family’s life has greatly improved.
D．Mrs. Thompson’s kindness had a profound effect on Grandma’s father.
11．By saying “It was his gratitude and determination that first drew me to him.” in Paragraph 4, grandma means ________.
A．she fell in love with Jack B．Jack was a determined person
C．Jack helped her with her work and studies D．She could feel Jack’s gratitude and determination.
12．Grandma wrote this letter was to ________.
A．recall her life B．point out the importance of being thankful
C．tell Emma the history of the family D．pass on a family tradition of echoing the kindness
13．What message does the letter convey
A．How the family legacy is formed.
B．People should learn to be grateful and echo the kindness.
C．Mrs. Thompson’s kindness saved the family.
D．When life is rich, we must remember the difficulties.
4.（24-25高三下·河南周口·开学考试）In 2014, an art student from university went to Beijing Zoo. Little did he know that a chance encounter (偶遇) with corals (珊瑚) there would start a lifelong passion. Until today, Xu Yitang, a Beijing native, has settled in Hainan province, where he serves as a coral conservationist (生态环境保护者). For Xu, who had been studying Peking Opera since childhood, becoming a coral conservationist was an unexpected turn of events.
After he first saw corals at the zoo, he began to frequent (常去) the local market to learn about coral farming from sellers of coral products. He also learned diving and underwater photography to get a closer look at corals for research purposes. Each day, he spends several hours diving deep under the waves to observe and document (记录) the growth and development of the creatures and shares photos and videos of corals on social media platforms. His goal was to raise awareness and knowledge about corals, so that people can learn how to protect them effectively.
As he studied deeper into the creature, he learned that corals are known as “underwater gardens” of the ocean, providing a home for a quarter of all ocean life. Unfortunately, with the strengthening (加强) of the greenhouse effect, rising sea temperatures have led to coral bleaching (白化). Xu felt an increasing sense of urgency and responsibility to protect them.
While pursuing (追求) his passion to protect corals, he met his life partner, Liu Xiwen, through their shared hobby of diving in Hainan. “Unlike many young people who care about their dress and appearance, he is simply focused on protecting corals,” says Liu about Xu. “Despite his skin injury from spending long hours in the seawater, his attitude is different from what I’ve seen in most young people in Beijing, and it’s attractive to me.”
14．What can we learn about Xu Yitang from the first paragraph
A．He majored in coral protection. B．He was born in Hainan province.
C．He worked in Beijing as a coral expert. D．He found his love for corals by chance.
15．Why does Xu Yitang share photos and videos of corals on social media
A．To record his exploring process. B．To spread knowledge about corals.
C．To introduce his diving experience. D．To show off his photography ability.
16．What contributed to the coral (白化) bleaching
A．The pollution of ocean environment. B．The development of ocean farming.
C．The damage to underwater gardens. D．The increase in ocean temperatures.
17．Which of the following best describes Xu Yitang
A．Emotional. B．Devoted. C．Public-spirited. D．Curiosity-driven.
5.（24-25高三下·广东清远·开学考试）Dr. R. Ravi Kannan never planned to pursue a career in surgery. “I never wanted to choose surgery as a profession,” he recalls, reflecting on his journey from leading the surgical oncology department (外科肿瘤科) at the Adyar Cancer Institute in Chennai to becoming a surgical oncologist at the Cachar Cancer Care Hospital and Research Centre (CCHRC) in Silchar, Assam. His life took an unexpected turn when Dr. Chinmoy Choudhury invited him to Silchar, a region urgently in need of medical expertise.
Kannan’s passion for medicine was inspired by his mother, who viewed village doctors as vital community members delivering essential healthcare. After completing his MBBS, MS, and MCh in surgical oncology, Kannan’s visit to CCHRC revealed the desperate state of cancer care in Assam, where many patients could not afford treatment due to distance and costs.
Upon arriving in Silchar with his wife, Seetha, they discovered that the nearest cancer hospital was 300 kilometers away in Guwahati. “Cancer treatment is expensive and needs long-term care,” Kannan admits. Seetha encouraged him to stay and address the community’s urgent needs.
However, Kannan faced significant challenges at CCHRC． The facilities were limited, lacking essential equipment and a stable power supply. “I thought I was here to perform surgeries,” he says. Operating during frequent power cuts required skills; they adapted by scheduling surgeries during daylight hours.
Kannan also needed to improve patient compliance. A registry established in 2008 revealed that nearly 60 percent of patients were not returning for treatment. To avoid this issue, CCHRC began offering low-cost and free treatments alongside boarding facilities for patients and caregivers while carrying out programs focused on early detection.
Kannan’s dedication has led to notable improvements; compliance rates have risen to nearly 70 percent. His efforts have gained recognition, including the Padma Shri Award in 2020 and the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2023, Reflecting on his journey, Kannan credits his wife Seetha and father as his greatest inspirations, remembering his father’s advice: “Never judge someone harshly.”
18．What motivated Kannan to pursue a career in medicine
A．The encouragement from his father. B．The influence of his mother.
C．His experiences at the CCHRC． D．His desire for financial stability.
19．What major barriers did Kannan encounter upon moving to Silchar
A．Limited facilities and equipment. B．Difficulty in performing surgeries.
C．Lack of patients seeking treatment. D．Strong resistance from the community.
20．What does the underlined phrase “patient compliance” in paragraph 5 mean
A．The availability of medical resources. B．The financial support provided to patients.
C．Patients’ willingness to follow treatment plans. D．Patients’ ability to detect their symptoms early.
21．What can be a suitable title for the text
A．The Future of Cancer Care. B．The Journey of a Cancer Surgeon.
C．The Innovations in Surgical Oncology. D．The Significance of Family in Medicine.
6.（24-25高三上·云南昭通·阶段练习）Last summer, I embarked on a journey that would change my life forever. I had always dreamed of visiting Africa, and finally, the opportunity arose. I joined a group of volunteers to work on a community development project in a small village in Tanzania.
The village was located in a remote area, far from the bustling cities. Life there was simple, yet the people were incredibly welcoming. Our task was to help build a school for the local children. The existing school was in poor condition, and many children had to walk miles to attend classes.
The work was challenging, but the sense of fulfillment was unparalleled. Each day, we woke up early to begin construction. The villagers joined us, and together, we made steady progress. By the end of the project, we had built not only a school but also a sense of community.
One of the most memorable moments was when the children performed a traditional dance to thank us. Their smiles and laughter were a reminder of why we had come. I left Tanzania with a deeper understanding of the world and a renewed sense of purpose.
22．Why did the author join the volunteer program in Tanzania
A．To explore the wildlife of Africa. B．To help build a school for local children.
C．To learn about Tanzanian culture. D．To escape the busy city life.
23．What was the most challenging part of the project
A．The remote location of the village.
B．The lack of modern tools for construction.
C．The language barrier with the villagers.
D．The physical demands of the work.
24．What did the author gain from the experience
A．A deeper understanding of the world. B．A new career in construction.
C．A collection of traditional dances. D．A desire to move to Tanzania.
7.（2025·四川巴中·一模）“Being overly logical and rational is the wrong way to make important life decisions,” says Michael Puett in his class, after a student asks how to deal with the issues at the crossroads of life. “Decisions are made from the heart. In Chinese, ‘mind’ and ‘heart’ are inseparable. We would make better decisions when we let our rational and emotional sides blend (融合) into one.” Puett is one of the scholars who teach students ancient Chinese philosophy at Harvard University.
Puett has seen more students who are feeling pushed onto a very specific path towards very concrete career goals. Thus, he set up the course and helped the college students struggling to find their place in the world figure out how to have a good life and create a good society. His course has gone viral among the Harvard students.
One of Puett’s former students, Adam Mitchell, attracted by Chinese philosophy, was once at a loss. During that time, majors related to finance and economics were quite popular. Few students would choose humanities. Adam had intended to major in economics. But after his introduction to the professor’s course, he chose to follow his own heart and study Chinese, and knew what his life goal was.
Puett believes we should train ourselves to be ‘spontaneous’ (率性的) in daily life, much like practicing the piano to play effortlessly, instead of relying only on rational decision-making. At the end of each class, Puett challenges his students to put the Chinese philosophy into practice in their everyday lives. “I’m not trying to give my students really big advice. Instead, I just want to give them a sense of what they can do daily to transform how they live.”
25．What is Puett’s suggestion for decision-making
A．Follow rules and guidelines. B．Integrate heart and mind.
C．Depend on reason and logic. D．Rely on emotions and feelings.
26．Why does Puett teach students Chinese philosophy
A．To spread Chinese culture. B．To make students more rational.
C．To make his course popular. D．To offer guidance for a better life.
27．Why does the author mention Adam Mitechell
A．To show Puett’s influence on students. B．To recommend Puett’s course to others.
C．To explain the struggles in philosophy. D．To inspire major changes in students.
28．What does the last paragraph mainly talk about
A．Students’ learning process. B．Practical daily tasks.
C．Puett’s teaching approach. D．After-class assignments.
8.（24-25高三下·山西·开学考试）Fresh out of college, I had a job as a receptionist at an eyeglasses store, where I encountered both nice and unpleasant customers. Mr. Petrucci and his wife, a lovely elderly couple, would often come in. The woman was extremely sweet, often had questions, and liked to chat. Occasionally, I was so busy that taking the extra time with her was challenging, so I greeted her warmly and asked her to walk around the store at her own pace. In truth, I really liked the couple and imagined how fantastic it would be to have them as neighbors.
One day, Mr. Petrucci came in and walked up to my desk. It was unusual for him to come alone, but that didn’t register with me at first. I greeted him and asked what he needed. He told me that he just came in to see me. When he hesitantly told me that his wife had passed away, I was discouraged. My heart ached for him losing a woman he loved for all his life. Then he handed me a package and said it was a gift for me, a person who deserved it.
Thinking about that moment still brings tears to my eyes. I opened the box, and it contained wonderful, old-fashioned set of Irish-style hankies. I told him how touched I was by his thoughtful gesture. I’ve never seen him since then.
Although it happened forty years ago, I still can picture him standing there telling me something now. I still have one of those meaningful hankies. It always serves as a reminder of how important the smallest of gestures can be to someone. Just as I had no idea that I was making a difference to them, he could never imagine how much his gift meant to me. We touch each other’s lives in ways we often never know about — for good or for ill. The smallest amount of kindness has lasting repercussion. I try to remember that touching moment every day.
29．Why did the elderly man give hankies to the author
A．To show his generosity and wealth. B．To remind the author of his wife’s kindness.
C．To show his mercy on the author. D．To show his appreciation for the author.
30．Why are those hankies meaningful to the author
A．They are old-fashioned and Irish-style. B．They are the beginning of good friendship.
C．They tell the author’s unforgettable experience. D．They link the author to a rich couple.
31．What does the underlined word “repercussion” in the last paragraph mean
A．Effect. B．Result. C．Conflict. D．Challenge.
32．Which of the following can best describe the author
A．A friend in need is a friend indeed. B．God helps those who help themselves.
C．Great minds think alike. D．Good is rewarded with good.
9.（24-25高三下·北京·阶段练习）Fish Cheeks
By Amy Tan 1987
I fell in love with the minister’s son the winter I turned fourteen. He was not Chinese, but as white as Mary in the manger. For Christmas, I prayed for this blond-haired boy, Robert, and a slim new American nose.
When I found out that my parents had invited the minister’s family over for Christmas Eve dinner, I cried. What would Robert think of our shabby Chinese Christmas What would he think of our noisy Chinese relatives who lacked proper American manners What terrible disappointment would he feel upon seeing not a roasted turkey and sweet potatoes but Chinese food
On Christmas Eve I saw that my mother had outdone herself in creating a strange menu. The kitchen was littered with appalling mounds of raw food: A slimy (黏糊糊的) rock cod (浔鳕鱼) with bulging eyes, tofu that looked like stacked white sponges, a bowl soaking dried fungus back to life, and squid with crisscrossed knife markings.
And then they arrived — the minister’s family and all my relatives in a clamor of doorbells and rumpled Christmas packages. Robert grunted hello, and I pretended he was not worthy of existence. Dinner threw me deeper into despair. My relatives licked the ends of their chopsticks and reached across the table, dipping them into the dozen or so plates of food. Robert and his family waited patiently for platters to be passed to them. My relatives murmured with pleasure when my mother brought out the whole steamed fish. Robert grimaced (脸部扭曲). Then my father poked his chopsticks just below the fish eye and plucked out the soft meat. “Amy, your favorite,” he said, offering me the tender fish cheek. I wanted to disappear.
At the end of the meal, my father leaned back and belched (打嗝) loudly, thanking my mother for her fine cooking. “It’s a polite Chinese custom to show you are satisfied,” explained my father to our astonished guests. Robert was looking down at his plate with a reddened face. The minister managed to muster up a quiet burp. I was stunned into silence for the rest of the night.
After everyone had gone, my mother said to me, “You want to be the same as American girls on the outside.” She handed me an early gift. It was a miniskirt in beige tweed. “But inside you must always be Chinese. You must be proud you are different. Your only shame is to have shame.”
And even though I didn’t agree with her then, I knew that she understood how much I had suffered during the evening’s dinner. It wasn’t until many years later — long after I had gotten over my crush on Robert — that I was able to fully appreciate her lesson and the true purpose behind our particular menu. For Christmas Eve that year, she had chosen all my favorite foods.
33．The author’s descriptions of the food suggest that she _______.
A．thought it not festive B．valued her mother’s effort
C．viewed it as unappealing D．felt unfamiliar with the menu
34．What made Amy the most embarrassed during the dinner
A．Robert grimaced at the food. B．Her father offered her fish cheek.
C．The minister attempted a polite burp. D．Her relatives reached across the table.
35．What was Amy’s mother’s purpose in choosing the menu
A．To bridge the cultural gap. B．To teach family traditions.
C．To express a mother’s love. D．To test cultural differences.
36．What has the author learnt in the story
A．Pride lies in accepting who we are. B．Time shapes our understanding.
C．Family love conquers all barriers. D．Cultural roots define identity.
10.（24-25高三下·浙江绍兴·阶段练习）Erin Willman, who lost her vision at fifteen, faced numerous challenges as people often told her what she cannot do, but she wanted to show them what she can do. Turned down from job applications due to her blindness, Erin decided to create her own path. Within a year, she established White Cane Coffee, becoming its CEO and proving that her disability would not hinder her ambitions.
White Cane Coffee has grown from an idea born on a tough day into a thriving business with Erin’s coffee available in multiple cities. Beyond selling high-quality coffee, the company champions inclusiveness by creating employment opportunities for blind and disabled individuals, equipping them with valuable skills and boosting their confidence. The company’s commitment to inclusiveness is evident in its unique product labeling; each package features Braille, making it one of the pioneering companies to label all products this way. This initiative addresses Erin’s belief that visually impaired individuals should be able to shop independently.
The company provides jobs at a livable wage, offering freedoms and enriching the lives of employees who are often unfairly deprived of such opportunities elsewhere. Erin’s team emphasizes that their mission goes beyond wages — it instills hope and demonstrates the value of every employee as part of a larger effort. Profits from White Cane Coffee do more than just support the staff; they also contribute to leader dog training, community work with children, and fundraising for non-profits.
Erin’s vision extends beyond personal success; her ultimate goal is to effect global change. She prioritizes social impact over material wealth, aiming to use her position to improve lives. Erin and her team remain thankful for the fantastic support from their community and disability support providers. And more importantly, they are proud of how much they accomplish in providing resources and empowerment to disabled people. They hope to continue to create additional jobs, which will help even more people become independent. To that end, they are working on some very exciting projects to help gain the footing necessary to jump to the next level as a company.
37．Why did Erin start her own coffee company
A．To make a living. B．To help those in need.
C．To showcase her abilities. D．To promote Braille education.
38．What distinguishes White Cane Coffee’s products
A．They have lower prices. B．They offer free package for the blind.
C．They have special package for champions. D．They provide convenience for blind customers.
39．How does this company contribute to society
A．Offering high-paying jobs to employees. B．Expanding globally and increasing sales.
C．Supporting independence for the needed. D．Selling coffee in multiple international cities.
40．What words can be used to describe Erin
A．Dependent and ambitious. B．Competitive and powerful.
C．Determined and considerate. D．Pessimistic and materialistic.
11.（2025·陕西汉中·二模）In a world where time was highly valued, Henry, a skilled watchmaker, led a dull life. Despite his ability to create precise and beautiful watches, he felt controlled by time. The irony of his profession was not lost on him.
One day, an elderly woman visited Henry’s shop with a peculiar request. She wanted a watch that didn’t tell the exact time but reminded the wearer of life’s fleeting nature. Henry was interested and accepted the challenge, designing a unique watch with no numbers and two hands moving at different speeds.
After completing the watch, Henry was captivated by its design and started reflecting on his own life. He realized he had forgotten to live in the present. When the woman came to collect the watch, she was moved to tears and shared the story behind her request.
Inspired by the experience, Henry decided to make a similar watch for himself. He began to change his perspective, prioritizing experiences over possessions and cherishing simple moments. Word spread about his change, and others started seeking out his unique timepieces.
Over the years, Henry’s watches became heirlooms (传家宝), passed down through generations. His story serves as a reminder that time is precious and should be appreciated. It encourages us to reflect on how we live and question if we are truly living our lives.
41．What was the peculiar request the elderly woman had when she visited Henry’s shop
A．She wanted a well-decorated watch with big numbers for easy time-reading.
B．She asked for a non-time-exact watch to remind people of life’s rapid passing.
C．She hoped for a watch that could tell time and predict the future.
D．She wanted a watch with an alarm for better daily planning.
42．What is the author’s attitude towards Henry’s change in perspective
A．Critical. B．Doubtful. C．Indifferent. D．Admiring.
43．What can be implied by stating that Henry’s watches became heirlooms
A．His watches are very expensive, and only wealthy people can afford them.
B．His watches are uniquely designed and can record family history.
C．His watches symbolize the appreciation of time and the meaning of life.
D．His watches are highly sought after due to their advanced technology.
44．Which of the following would be the best title for this passage
A．A Watch that Changed Lives: Rediscovering the Value of Time.
B．Henry’s Struggle with Time Management.
C．A Skilled Watchmaker and His Profitable Career.
D．An Elderly Woman’s Precious Watch.
12.（2025·山西·一模）Ross McLaren, a 31-year-old chemistry teacher from Kilwinning, Ayrshire, began diving in 2016. He was amazed by the sea life, but the hobby can sometimes be depressing due to the quantity of rubbish. While diving in Scotland’s sea lochs (海湾), Ross noticed a sharp rise in litter since the COVID-19 lockdown, despite his belief that Scotland is one of the best places in the world for diving.
“I accidentally fell in love with diving, and it’s good to show people what is happening underwater,” Ross said. “Some of the things I’ve seen underwater are decades old. Sea creatures are making their homes in litter. People won’t care if they can’t see it.”
On one occasion, he spotted what he thought was a magnificent jellyfish (牡蛎), only to realize it was a plastic bag. “You can understand why a whale thinks a plastic bag is a jellyfish. It’s really disheartening.” Ross added, “I think it has got worse since lockdown. There’s a general increase in the amount of litter in the water. People don’t realize what an impact it is having. I tend to do a lot of diving around the sea lochs.”
One upsetting image showed a lobster (龙虾) with plastic tied around its claws (钳子), suggesting it had been caught and thrown back into the water. According to Ross, it’s necessary to weigh up the benefits of removing litter if it has a sea-creature living in it. He said, “The ocean life does use litter as habitat. On this occasion, I thought it was best to leave it, as it appeared that the lobster had made it its home. During some of my underwater explorations, I have seen things like cans, which have gathered bits and pieces. That is where it becomes a moral issue.”
45．What has been Ross’s main concern while diving
A．The cold water temperature. B．The poor visibility underwater.
C．The dangerous sea life in the area. D．The increasing amount of underwater litter.
46．What does Ross mean by saying “People won’t care if they can’t see it”
A．People are unaware of the beauty of the ocean.
B．People believe ocean pollution will resolve itself over time.
C．People tend to ignore problems they don’t personally experience.
D．People believe that ocean pollution matters only when it’s visible.
47．Why does the author mention a plastic bag being mistaken for a jellyfish
A．To illustrate how whales interact with jellyfish.
B．To emphasize the beauty of jellyfish in the ocean.
C．To stress the harm caused by plastic in the ocean.
D．To show how sea animals confuse litter with food.
48．Why does Ross consider the issue of ocean litter a moral one
A．Because sea creatures depend on litter for survival.
B．Because humans have a responsibility to clean up the oceans.
C．Because removing litter could harm creatures using it as habitat.
D．Because litter is causing permanent damage to the ocean ecosystem.专题16 阅读理解记叙文
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1.（24-25高三上·山西吕梁·期中）“Well, Amy, how are you getting on with your napkin (手帕) ” cried Lizzy, whose swift fingers seemed to fly over her work. “Not very fast,” replied quiet little Amy, without raising her eyes. “I have almost finished one side.” “One side!” said Lizzy, with a laugh which was neither pleasant nor kind. “Why We both began hemming (缝褶边) our napkins at the same time and I’m now at the fourth side of mine!”
“I know that I am slow,” sighed Amy. “You may well say that!” cried Lizzy. “But I’ll try to be steady and to do my best,” said the little girl, as she threaded her tiny needle and went on with her work. “As I sew so fast,” cried Lizzy. “I am sure to have finished my napkin long before the bell rings for dinner. I’ll just run for a minute to the garden to see if the roses are out.” Tossing down her work on a chair, Lizzy flew off.
Amy longed for the fresh air and the flowers, but her work must first be done. Steadily she laid down her broad hem and had finished the second side of her napkin before her sister came back. “Ah, you plodding little thing!” cried Lizzy. “You will never get up to me. I’ll have time to go to my room and put my new picture on the wall.” Off went gay little Lizzy. Amy went on with her work. Before her sister again entered the room, the third side of her napkin was hemmed.
“Had you not better finish your sewing ” said Amy. “It must be near dinner-time now.” “Oh! I can finish it in two minutes. Only I want to look at that story, which Tom told us was so amusing.”“But if you are late ” “No fear of that!” cried Lizzy. “No one is so likely to be late as a slow little creature like you!”
Poor Amy made no reply. Stitch after stitch, stitch after stitch, quietly she worked on. Lizzy was soon so deep in her story that she forgot all about her work, till startled by the sound of the bell. “Can it be dinner-time!” she cried. “Oh dear, and my napkin is not hemmed! And yours ” Lizzy stared at Amy. “It is just finished,” said Amy, as she quietly folded it up. “This just like ‘The Hare and the Tortoise’.” thought Lizzy, who, though impolite and vain (自负的), had enough of sense to take a lesson.
Quickness may have the start, but the quiet, steady worker does most in the end.
1．Why did Lizzy cry at Amy at the beginning of the story
A．To arouse Amy’s interest in her.
B．To warn Amy of the coming danger.
C．To express her regret about not following Amy.
D．To show her dissatisfaction with Amy.
2．What does the underlined phrase “tossing down” in Paragraph 2 mean
A．Taking up. B．Picking out. C．Laying aside. D．Picking up.
3．What can we infer from “her tiny needle” in Paragraph 2 and “her broad hem” in Paragraph 3
A．To stress the challenge of the task.
B．To emphasize the importance of the task.
C．To show the simplicity of the task.
D．To present the flexibility of the task.
4．Which would be the best title for this passage
A．Kind and Pleasant B．Speedy and Steady
C．Tiny but Broad D．Quiet but Humorous
【答案】1．D 2．C 3．A 4．B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，通过讲述Amy和Lizzy缝手帕的故事，对比两人不同的工作态度，揭示了稳重与急躁的不同结果。
1．推理判断题。根据文章第一段中““Not very fast,” replied quiet little Amy, without raising her eyes. “I have almost finished one side.” “One side!” said Lizzy, with a laugh which was neither pleasant nor kind. “Why We both began hemming our napkins at the same time and I’m now at the fourth side of mine!”(“不快，”文静的Amy没有抬头，回答说，“我都快缝完一面了。”“一面！”Lizzy笑着说，既不太友好也不亲切。“为什么？我们明明是同时开始缝手帕的，可我都缝到第四面了。”)”可知，Lizzy嘲笑Amy速度慢，由此可推断她对Amy的进度不满意，所以才对Amy大喊，故选D项。
2．词句猜测题。根据文章第二段中““I am sure to have finished my napkin long before the bell rings for dinner. I’ll just run for a minute to the garden to see if the roses are out.” Tossing down her work on a chair, Lizzy flew off.(“我肯定能在晚餐铃响之前很久就把手帕缝好。我就跑去花园看一眼玫瑰开了没有。”Lizzy把手中的活Tossing down在椅子上，飞奔而去)”可知此处提到了椅子，还提到了Lizzy跑开了，可推理出“tossing down”意思是“放下，搁置”，与“laying aside(把……放在一边，搁置)”意思相近，故选C项。
3．推理判断题。根据第二段中““But I’ll try to be steady and to do my best,” said the little girl, as she threaded her tiny needle and went on with her work.(“但我会努力保持稳定并尽我最大的努力，”小女孩说道，她穿好细小的针线后，继续埋头工作)”以及第三段中“Steadily she laid down her broad hem and had finished the second side of her napkin before her sister came back.(她稳稳地缝着宽大的褶边，在姐姐回来之前就已经缝完了手帕的第二面)”可知，“her tiny needle”表明Amy使用的针很细小，操作难度大；“her broad hem”说明她要缝的褶边很宽，这些细节是为了突出缝制手帕这项任务的难度和挑战性，故选A项。
4．主旨大意题。根据全文内容可知，文章讲述了Amy和Lizzy两人缝制手帕的故事，其中Amy虽然速度慢但稳定，最终完成了任务，而Lizzy虽然速度快但缺乏稳定性，最终未能按时完成。结合最后一段“Quickness may have the start, but the quiet, steady worker does most in the end(动作快或许能占得先机，但沉稳踏实的人最终完成的工作量更多)”可知，文章体现了速度快和做事稳两种不同做事方式的对比。故选项B“Speedy and Steady(快速与稳定)”最能概括文章的主旨，最适合作为标题，故选B。
2.（24-25高三上·山西·期末）When chemist Robert Hamers cracked (打开) open the cup he had used to heat a brew of’ metal crystals (晶体) , he was greeted with something special: a wonderful small forest in deep shades of green.
The cobalt-containing crystals he had been growing for two weeks in a tool had vined their way upward from the base in a surprisingly familiar pattern and shade to match. It looked as if tiny elm trees, surrounded by shrubs and hedges, had been skillfully drawn inside the egg-shaped cup.
“I was completely awestruck,” said Hamers. “What really surprised me was, you look at it and you see a trunk is growing down from the bottom, and there are branches, and they are pretty well resolved.”
Hamers had set out to grow “a very large” crystal of lithium cobalt dioxide (二氧化钴锂) , the material used in the batteries powering mobile phones, laptops, video cameras, and other electronic devices. He planned to use it to develop a fingerprint of the chemical in nature, through a technique known as Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. Once developed, the fingerprint could be used to scan landfill sites and other environments for the leaked chemical from discarded (丢弃的) batteries, tracing the chemical to its end of life.
There was a long lead up time to cracking open the sealed cup. First, a few bits of lithium cobalt oxide were put inside, an ink-black powder to the eye. Extremely high temperatures are required, reaching beyond 1,292 degrees Fahrenheit. Then the cooling begins: Larger crystals only form if the cooling period is extremely slow — in this case the scientists gave it two weeks. Ultimately, the experiment failed: The crystals that grew inside the cup weren’t big enough for the tests Hamers wanted to do.
But his photo of the result won one of the awards of the university’s Science Image Contest. Even failure can carry a touch of magic.
5．What was the outcome of Hamers experiment
A．The crystals were big enough.
B．The crystals were dangerous to users.
C．The crystals formed a forest-like pattern.
D．The experiment was a complete success.
6．How did Hamers feel when he cracked open the cup
A．Disappointed. B．Amazed. C．Doubtful. D．Relieved.
7．What was the main purpose of the chemical fingerprint Hamers wanted to develop
A．To identify the crystal structure.
B．To enhance battery performance.
C．To improve crystal growth techniques.
D．To track the chemical in the environment.
8．What is the text meant to show us
A．Every cloud has a silver lining.
B．Actions speak louder than words.
C．You can’t judge a book by its cover.
D．Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.
【答案】5．C 6．B 7．D 8．A
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了化学家 Robert Hamers 在进行二氧化钴锂晶体生长实验时，虽然实验未达到预期目标，但却意外得到了具有独特森林状图案的晶体，其照片还在大学科学图像竞赛中获奖，说明了即使失败也可能蕴含着神奇之处。
5．细节理解题。根据第一段“When chemist Robert Hamers cracked (打开) open the cup he had used to heat a brew of’ metal crystals (晶体) , he was greeted with something special: a wonderful small forest in deep shades of green.( 当化学家Robert Hamers打开他用来加热金属晶体的杯子时，眼前出现了一些特别的东西：一片美丽的深绿色小森林。)”以及第二段“The cobalt-containing crystals he had been growing for two weeks in a tool had vined their way upward from the base in a surprisingly familiar pattern and shade to match. It looked as if tiny elm trees, surrounded by shrubs and hedges, had been skillfully drawn inside the egg-shaped cup.( 他在一个工具里培育了两个星期的含钴晶体，它们以一种令人惊讶的熟悉的模式和颜色从底座向上爬升。它看起来就像被灌木和树篱包围的小榆树被巧妙地画在了鸡蛋形状的杯子里。)” 可知，Hamers实验的结果是晶体形成了类似森林的图案。故选C项。
6．细节理解题。根据第三段““I was completely awestruck,” said Hamers. “What really surprised me was, you look at it and you see a trunk is growing down from the bottom, and there are branches, and they are pretty well resolved.”(“我完全惊呆了，” Hamers说。“真正让我惊讶的是，你看它，你会看到一根树干从底部向下生长，还有树枝，它们很好地解决了问题。”)”可知，当 Hamers打开杯子时，他感到非常惊讶。故选B项。
7．细节理解题。根据第四段中“He planned to use it to develop a fingerprint of the chemical in nature, through a technique known as Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. Once developed, the fingerprint could be used to scan landfill sites and other environments for the leaked chemical from discarded (丢弃的) batteries, tracing the chemical to its end of life.(他计划用它来开发自然界化学物质的指纹，通过一种被称为傅里叶变换红外光谱的技术。一旦开发出来，指纹可以用来扫描垃圾填埋场和其他环境中从废弃电池中泄漏的化学物质，追踪化学物质的使用寿命。)”可知，Hamers想要开发的化学指纹的主要目的是追踪环境中的化学物质。故选D项。
8．推理判断题。根据文章大意以及最后一段“But his photo of the result won one of the awards of the university’s Science Image Contest. Even failure can carry a touch of magic.(但他拍摄的照片赢得了该校科学图像大赛的一个奖项。即使失败也能带来一丝魔力。)”可知，文章讲述了Hamers的实验虽然失败了（晶体不够大无法进行测试），但他实验结果的照片却在大学科学图像竞赛中获奖，即即使失败也有好的一面。A选项“Every cloud has a silver lining.”（黑暗中总有一线光明；塞翁失马，焉知非福）符合文章主旨。故选A项。
3.（24-25高三下·天津·开学考试）My dearest granddaughter,
By the time you read this, I’ll be gone. But I want to share with you the story that shaped our family’s legacy (遗产) —a tale of gratitude that echoed (流传) through generations.
It was 1955, and I was just a young girl of 12. Times were hard, and our family struggled to make ends meet. One particularly hard winter, we had nothing left but a few potatoes and a little candle. That’s when a knock on the door changed everything. Mrs. Thompson, our neighbor, stood there with a basket full of food. “I’m thankful for good neighbors,” she said simply, pressing the basket into my mother’s hands before hurrying away. That night, as we enjoyed our unexpected meal, my father declared, “When we have enough, we must remember this kindness and pass it on.”
Years passed, and our fortunes improved. True to his word, my father always found ways to help others, saying it was an echo of Mrs. Thompson’ s kindness. I watched as he slipped groceries onto the porches (门廊) of struggling families, secretly paid for children’s school supplies, and volunteered at the local shelter.
One day, while volunteering, he met a young man named Jack —your grandfather. Jack had fallen on hard times but was determined to turn his life around. My father took him under his wing, helping him find a job and a place to live. Jack, filled with gratitude, threw himself into his work and studies. He often said, “I’m just echoing the kindness shown to me.” It was his gratitude and determination that first drew me to him.
As our family grew, your grandfather and I made sure to keep the echo alive. We taught your mother, and her siblings, the importance of being thankful and paying kindness forward.
Now, my dear Emma, I pass this story to you. Our family’s echo of thankfulness has touched countless lives over the years. Some we know about, like the scholarship fund your mother started, but many more we’ ll never know.
Remember, gratitude is not just a feeling —it’s an action. It has the power to create ripples(涟漪) that turn into waves, touching lives far beyond our own.
With all my love,
Grandma
9．How did the family feel about Mrs. Thompson’s action
A．Puzzled. B．Surprised. C．Grateful. D．Skeptical.
10．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A．The way Grandma helped others.
B．Grandma watched her father helping others.
C．Over the years, my family’s life has greatly improved.
D．Mrs. Thompson’s kindness had a profound effect on Grandma’s father.
11．By saying “It was his gratitude and determination that first drew me to him.” in Paragraph 4, grandma means ________.
A．she fell in love with Jack B．Jack was a determined person
C．Jack helped her with her work and studies D．She could feel Jack’s gratitude and determination.
12．Grandma wrote this letter was to ________.
A．recall her life B．point out the importance of being thankful
C．tell Emma the history of the family D．pass on a family tradition of echoing the kindness
13．What message does the letter convey
A．How the family legacy is formed.
B．People should learn to be grateful and echo the kindness.
C．Mrs. Thompson’s kindness saved the family.
D．When life is rich, we must remember the difficulties.
【答案】9．C 10．D 11．A 12．D 13．B
【导语】本文是书信形式的记叙文。这是一封祖母写给孙女的信，通过讲述家族中流传的感恩故事，传递了感恩的重要性和家族传承的价值。
9．推理判断题。根据第二段“Mrs. Thompson, our neighbor, stood there with a basket full of food. “I’m thankful for good neighbors,” she said simply, pressing the basket into my mother’s hands before hurrying away. That night, as we enjoyed our unexpected meal, my father declared, “When we have enough, we must remember this kindness and pass it on.”(我们的邻居Thompson夫人站在门口，手里提着一篮子食物。“我很感激有好邻居，”她简单地说，把篮子塞到我母亲手里后就匆匆离开了。那天晚上，当我们享用这顿意外的晚餐时，我父亲宣布：“当我们有足够的能力时，一定要记住这份恩情，并将它传递下去。”)”可知，这个家庭对Thompson夫人的善举非常感激。故选C。
10．主旨大意题。根据文章第三段“Years passed, and our fortunes improved. True to his word, my father always found ways to help others, saying it was an echo of Mrs. Thompson’ s kindness. I watched as he slipped groceries onto the porches (门廊) of struggling families, secretly paid for children’s school supplies, and volunteered at the local shelter. (岁月流逝，我们家的境况逐渐好转。父亲信守承诺，总是想办法帮助别人，他说这是Thompson夫人善行的回响。我看到他悄悄把杂货放在贫困家庭的门廊上，偷偷为孩子们支付学习用品的费用，还在当地的收容所做志愿者。)”可知，第三段主要讲述了Thompson夫人的善举对祖母的父亲产生的影响，使得他信守承诺，总是想办法帮助别人。故选D。
11．推理判断题。根据文章第四段“One day, while volunteering, he met a young man named Jack —your grandfather. Jack had fallen on hard times but was determined to turn his life around. My father took him under his wing, helping him find a job and a place to live. Jack, filled with gratitude, threw himself into his work and studies. He often said, “I’m just echoing the kindness shown to me.” It was his gratitude and determination that first drew me to him.(有一天，父亲在做志愿者时遇到了一个名叫Jack的年轻人——也就是你的祖父。Jack当时陷入了困境，但他决心改变自己的生活。父亲对他关怀备至，帮他找到了一份工作和一个住处。Jack心怀感激，全身心地投入到工作和学习中。他常说：“我只是在传递别人给予我的善意。”正是他的感恩之心和坚定决心，让我第一次对他产生了好感。)”可推测，祖母的父亲在做志愿者时遇到了Jack，Jack当时陷入困境但决心改变生活，祖母的父亲帮助了他，Jack心怀感激并全身心投入工作和学习，正是他的感恩之心和坚定决心，让祖母第一次对他产生了好感。故选A。
12．推理判断题。根据文章内容可知，信件开篇祖母表明要和孙女分享一个塑造家族传承的感恩故事，接着讲述了1955年邻居Thompson太太在自家困难时送来食物，祖母的父亲承诺日子好过时将善意传递下去，后来祖母的父亲又帮助了祖父Jack，Jack心怀感恩并传递善意，祖母和祖父也教导子女感恩和传递善意，最后祖母将这个故事传给孙女Emma，强调感恩是一种行动，有强大的力量。故选D。
13．推理判断题。根据文章内容可知，祖母从邻居Thompson太太给予帮助，父亲承诺传递善意，到父亲帮助祖父、祖父心怀感恩继续传递善意，再到家族一直传承这种做法，最后将故事传给孙女，整个过程都围绕着感恩和传递善意展开，这表明信件传达的核心信息是人们应该学会感恩并传递善意。故选B。
4.（24-25高三下·河南周口·开学考试）In 2014, an art student from university went to Beijing Zoo. Little did he know that a chance encounter (偶遇) with corals (珊瑚) there would start a lifelong passion. Until today, Xu Yitang, a Beijing native, has settled in Hainan province, where he serves as a coral conservationist (生态环境保护者). For Xu, who had been studying Peking Opera since childhood, becoming a coral conservationist was an unexpected turn of events.
After he first saw corals at the zoo, he began to frequent (常去) the local market to learn about coral farming from sellers of coral products. He also learned diving and underwater photography to get a closer look at corals for research purposes. Each day, he spends several hours diving deep under the waves to observe and document (记录) the growth and development of the creatures and shares photos and videos of corals on social media platforms. His goal was to raise awareness and knowledge about corals, so that people can learn how to protect them effectively.
As he studied deeper into the creature, he learned that corals are known as “underwater gardens” of the ocean, providing a home for a quarter of all ocean life. Unfortunately, with the strengthening (加强) of the greenhouse effect, rising sea temperatures have led to coral bleaching (白化). Xu felt an increasing sense of urgency and responsibility to protect them.
While pursuing (追求) his passion to protect corals, he met his life partner, Liu Xiwen, through their shared hobby of diving in Hainan. “Unlike many young people who care about their dress and appearance, he is simply focused on protecting corals,” says Liu about Xu. “Despite his skin injury from spending long hours in the seawater, his attitude is different from what I’ve seen in most young people in Beijing, and it’s attractive to me.”
14．What can we learn about Xu Yitang from the first paragraph
A．He majored in coral protection. B．He was born in Hainan province.
C．He worked in Beijing as a coral expert. D．He found his love for corals by chance.
15．Why does Xu Yitang share photos and videos of corals on social media
A．To record his exploring process. B．To spread knowledge about corals.
C．To introduce his diving experience. D．To show off his photography ability.
16．What contributed to the coral (白化) bleaching
A．The pollution of ocean environment. B．The development of ocean farming.
C．The damage to underwater gardens. D．The increase in ocean temperatures.
17．Which of the following best describes Xu Yitang
A．Emotional. B．Devoted. C．Public-spirited. D．Curiosity-driven.
【答案】14．D 15．B 16．D 17．B
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了徐益堂对于保护珊瑚所做出的努力。
14．细节理解题。根据第一段“In 2014, an art student from university went to Beijing Zoo. Little did he know that a chance encounter (偶遇) with corals (珊瑚) there would start a lifelong passion. Until today, Xu Yitang, a Beijing native, has settled in Hainan province, where he serves as a coral conservationist (生态环境保护者). For Xu, who had been studying Peking Opera since childhood, becoming a coral conservationist was an unexpected turn of events.(2014年，一名艺术系大学生去了北京动物园。他一点也不知道，在那里与珊瑚的偶然相遇会开启他一生的热情。直到今天，北京人徐益堂一直定居在海南省，在那里他是一名珊瑚保护主义者。对于从小就学习京剧的徐来说，成为一名珊瑚保护主义者是一个意想不到的转折)”可知，徐益堂偶然发现了对珊瑚的喜爱。故选D。
15．细节理解题。根据第二段“Each day, he spends several hours diving deep under the waves to observe and document (记录) the growth and development of the creatures and shares photos and videos of corals on social media platforms. His goal was to raise awareness and knowledge about corals, so that people can learn how to protect them effectively.(每天，他都会花几个小时潜入海浪深处，观察和记录这些生物的生长和发育，并在社交媒体平台上分享珊瑚的照片和视频。他的目标是提高人们对珊瑚的认识和知识，这样人们就可以学习如何有效地保护它们)”可知，徐益堂在社交媒体上分享珊瑚的照片和视频是为了传播有关珊瑚的知识。故选B。
16．细节理解题。根据第三段“Unfortunately, with the strengthening (加强) of the greenhouse effect, rising sea temperatures have led to coral bleaching (白化).(不幸的是，随着温室效应的加强，海洋温度的上升导致了珊瑚白化)”可知，海洋温度的升高导致了珊瑚白化。故选D。
17．推理判断题。根据最后一段““Unlike many young people who care about their dress and appearance, he is simply focused on protecting corals,” says Liu about Xu. “Despite his skin injury from spending long hours in the seawater, his attitude is different from what I’ve seen in most young people in Beijing, and it’s attractive to me.”(“不像许多年轻人在意自己的穿着和外表，他只是专注于保护珊瑚，”刘说。“尽管他的皮肤因长时间泡在海水里而受伤，但他的态度与我在北京大多数年轻人身上看到的不同，这对我很有吸引力。”)”可知，徐益堂全心全意地专注于保护珊瑚。故选B。
5.（24-25高三下·广东清远·开学考试）Dr. R. Ravi Kannan never planned to pursue a career in surgery. “I never wanted to choose surgery as a profession,” he recalls, reflecting on his journey from leading the surgical oncology department (外科肿瘤科) at the Adyar Cancer Institute in Chennai to becoming a surgical oncologist at the Cachar Cancer Care Hospital and Research Centre (CCHRC) in Silchar, Assam. His life took an unexpected turn when Dr. Chinmoy Choudhury invited him to Silchar, a region urgently in need of medical expertise.
Kannan’s passion for medicine was inspired by his mother, who viewed village doctors as vital community members delivering essential healthcare. After completing his MBBS, MS, and MCh in surgical oncology, Kannan’s visit to CCHRC revealed the desperate state of cancer care in Assam, where many patients could not afford treatment due to distance and costs.
Upon arriving in Silchar with his wife, Seetha, they discovered that the nearest cancer hospital was 300 kilometers away in Guwahati. “Cancer treatment is expensive and needs long-term care,” Kannan admits. Seetha encouraged him to stay and address the community’s urgent needs.
However, Kannan faced significant challenges at CCHRC． The facilities were limited, lacking essential equipment and a stable power supply. “I thought I was here to perform surgeries,” he says. Operating during frequent power cuts required skills; they adapted by scheduling surgeries during daylight hours.
Kannan also needed to improve patient compliance. A registry established in 2008 revealed that nearly 60 percent of patients were not returning for treatment. To avoid this issue, CCHRC began offering low-cost and free treatments alongside boarding facilities for patients and caregivers while carrying out programs focused on early detection.
Kannan’s dedication has led to notable improvements; compliance rates have risen to nearly 70 percent. His efforts have gained recognition, including the Padma Shri Award in 2020 and the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2023, Reflecting on his journey, Kannan credits his wife Seetha and father as his greatest inspirations, remembering his father’s advice: “Never judge someone harshly.”
18．What motivated Kannan to pursue a career in medicine
A．The encouragement from his father. B．The influence of his mother.
C．His experiences at the CCHRC． D．His desire for financial stability.
19．What major barriers did Kannan encounter upon moving to Silchar
A．Limited facilities and equipment. B．Difficulty in performing surgeries.
C．Lack of patients seeking treatment. D．Strong resistance from the community.
20．What does the underlined phrase “patient compliance” in paragraph 5 mean
A．The availability of medical resources. B．The financial support provided to patients.
C．Patients’ willingness to follow treatment plans. D．Patients’ ability to detect their symptoms early.
21．What can be a suitable title for the text
A．The Future of Cancer Care. B．The Journey of a Cancer Surgeon.
C．The Innovations in Surgical Oncology. D．The Significance of Family in Medicine.
【答案】18．B 19．A 20．C 21．B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Dr. R. Ravi Kannan从一名外科肿瘤科医生到在印度阿萨姆邦Silchar地区致力于改善癌症治疗的经历，重点是他的奉献精神、克服的挑战以及取得的成就。
18．细节理解题。根据第二段的句子“Kannan’s passion for medicine was inspired by his mother, who viewed village doctors as vital community members delivering essential healthcare. (Kannan对医学的热情源于他的母亲，她认为乡村医生是提供基本医疗保健的重要社区成员。)”可知，Kannan的医学职业选择是受到母亲的影响。故选B项。
19．细节理解题。根据第四段的句子“However, Kannan faced significant challenges at CCHRC. The facilities were limited, lacking essential equipment and a stable power supply. (然而，Kannan在CCHRC面临重大挑战。设施有限，缺乏必要的设备和稳定的电力供应。)”可知，Kannan在Silchar遇到的主要障碍是设施和设备的不足。故选A项。
20．词句猜测题。根据划线短语的下文“A registry established in 2008 revealed that nearly 60 percent of patients were not returning for treatment. To avoid this issue, CCHRC began offering low-cost and free treatments alongside boarding facilities for patients and caregivers while carrying out programs focused on early detection.(2008年建立的一项登记显示，近60%的患者没有再回来接受治疗。为了避免这一问题，CCHRC开始为患者和护理人员提供廉价和免费的治疗，并提供寄宿设施，同时开展侧重于早期发现的项目。)”可知， CCHRC开始为患者和护理人员提供廉价和免费的治疗的目的是为了解决患者未按医嘱再回来治疗的问题，即提高患者的遵从性。所以划线短语patient compliance的意义为“患者遵从性”。与C项“Patients’ willingness to follow treatment plans.(患者遵循治疗方案的意愿。)”意义一致。故选C项。
21．主旨大意题。文章主要讲述了Kannan从一名外科肿瘤科医生到在Silchar地区致力于改善癌症治疗的经历，重点是他的奉献精神和克服的挑战。选项B“The Journey of a Cancer Surgeon (一位癌症外科医生的旅程)”最能概括文章的核心内容。故选B项。
6.（24-25高三上·云南昭通·阶段练习）Last summer, I embarked on a journey that would change my life forever. I had always dreamed of visiting Africa, and finally, the opportunity arose. I joined a group of volunteers to work on a community development project in a small village in Tanzania.
The village was located in a remote area, far from the bustling cities. Life there was simple, yet the people were incredibly welcoming. Our task was to help build a school for the local children. The existing school was in poor condition, and many children had to walk miles to attend classes.
The work was challenging, but the sense of fulfillment was unparalleled. Each day, we woke up early to begin construction. The villagers joined us, and together, we made steady progress. By the end of the project, we had built not only a school but also a sense of community.
One of the most memorable moments was when the children performed a traditional dance to thank us. Their smiles and laughter were a reminder of why we had come. I left Tanzania with a deeper understanding of the world and a renewed sense of purpose.
22．Why did the author join the volunteer program in Tanzania
A．To explore the wildlife of Africa. B．To help build a school for local children.
C．To learn about Tanzanian culture. D．To escape the busy city life.
23．What was the most challenging part of the project
A．The remote location of the village.
B．The lack of modern tools for construction.
C．The language barrier with the villagers.
D．The physical demands of the work.
24．What did the author gain from the experience
A．A deeper understanding of the world. B．A new career in construction.
C．A collection of traditional dances. D．A desire to move to Tanzania.
【答案】22．B 23．D 24．A
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述作者去年夏天在坦桑尼亚参与志愿建学校，收获深刻感悟。
22．细节理解题。根据第二段“Our task was to help build a school for the local children. (我们的任务是帮助当地的孩子们建一所学校。)”可知，作者加入坦桑尼亚的志愿者项目是为了帮助当地孩子建造学校。故选B。
23．推理判断题。根据第三段“The work was challenging, but the sense of fulfillment was unparalleled. Each day, we woke up early to begin construction. (这份工作很有挑战性，但满足感却是无与伦比的。每天，我们早早起床开始施工。)”可知，每天需要早早起床开始施工，这里的工作指的是建造学校的体力劳动，所以项目最具挑战性的部分是工作的体力需求。故选D。
24．细节理解题。根据最后一段“I left Tanzania with a deeper understanding of the world and a renewed sense of purpose. (离开坦桑尼亚时，我对世界有了更深的了解，也有了新的使命感。)”可知，作者从这次经历中获得了对世界更深刻的理解。故选A。
7.（2025·四川巴中·一模）“Being overly logical and rational is the wrong way to make important life decisions,” says Michael Puett in his class, after a student asks how to deal with the issues at the crossroads of life. “Decisions are made from the heart. In Chinese, ‘mind’ and ‘heart’ are inseparable. We would make better decisions when we let our rational and emotional sides blend (融合) into one.” Puett is one of the scholars who teach students ancient Chinese philosophy at Harvard University.
Puett has seen more students who are feeling pushed onto a very specific path towards very concrete career goals. Thus, he set up the course and helped the college students struggling to find their place in the world figure out how to have a good life and create a good society. His course has gone viral among the Harvard students.
One of Puett’s former students, Adam Mitchell, attracted by Chinese philosophy, was once at a loss. During that time, majors related to finance and economics were quite popular. Few students would choose humanities. Adam had intended to major in economics. But after his introduction to the professor’s course, he chose to follow his own heart and study Chinese, and knew what his life goal was.
Puett believes we should train ourselves to be ‘spontaneous’ (率性的) in daily life, much like practicing the piano to play effortlessly, instead of relying only on rational decision-making. At the end of each class, Puett challenges his students to put the Chinese philosophy into practice in their everyday lives. “I’m not trying to give my students really big advice. Instead, I just want to give them a sense of what they can do daily to transform how they live.”
25．What is Puett’s suggestion for decision-making
A．Follow rules and guidelines. B．Integrate heart and mind.
C．Depend on reason and logic. D．Rely on emotions and feelings.
26．Why does Puett teach students Chinese philosophy
A．To spread Chinese culture. B．To make students more rational.
C．To make his course popular. D．To offer guidance for a better life.
27．Why does the author mention Adam Mitechell
A．To show Puett’s influence on students. B．To recommend Puett’s course to others.
C．To explain the struggles in philosophy. D．To inspire major changes in students.
28．What does the last paragraph mainly talk about
A．Students’ learning process. B．Practical daily tasks.
C．Puett’s teaching approach. D．After-class assignments.
【答案】25．B 26．D 27．A 28．C
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，介绍了哈佛教授 Michael Puett 如何通过教授中国哲学帮助学生做出更好的决定，并通过学生 Adam Mitchell 的故事展示其影响力。
25．细节理解题。根据第一段“Decisions are made from the heart. In Chinese, ‘mind’ and ‘heart’ are inseparable.(决定是发自内心的。在汉语中，“脑”和“心”是不可分割的)”可知，Puett强调在决策时要将理性和情感结合，即“心智合一”。故选B。
26．细节理解题。根据第二段“Thus, he set up the course and helped the college students struggling to find their place in the world figure out how to have a good life and create a good society.(因此，他开设了这门课程，帮助那些努力寻找自己在世界上的位置的大学生们了解如何过上美好的生活，创造一个美好的社会)” 可知，Puett教授中国哲学是为了帮助学生找到更好的生活方向，故选D。
27．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“One of Puett’s former students, Adam Mitchell, attracted by Chinese philosophy, was once at a loss. During that time, majors related to finance and economics were quite popular. Few students would choose humanities. Adam had intended to major in economics. But after his introduction to the professor’s course, he chose to follow his own heart and study Chinese, and knew what his life goal was.(皮特以前的学生Adam Mitchell被中国哲学所吸引，一度不知所措。在那个时候，与金融和经济相关的专业非常受欢迎。很少有学生会选择人文学科。亚当本打算主修经济学。但在教授的课程介绍之后，他选择了跟随自己的心，学习中文，并且知道了自己的人生目标是什么)”可知，文章通过 Adam Mitchell 的经历，说明他因 Puett 的课程改变了专业选择，说明Puett对学生的影响。故选A。
28．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Puett believes we should train ourselves to be ‘spontaneous’ (率性的) in daily life, much like practicing the piano to play effortlessly, instead of relying only on rational decision-making. At the end of each class, Puett challenges his students to put the Chinese philosophy into practice in their everyday lives. “I’m not trying to give my students really big advice. Instead, I just want to give them a sense of what they can do daily to transform how they live.”(Puett认为，我们应该在日常生活中训练自己“顺其自然”，就像练习钢琴一样毫不费力地演奏，而不是仅仅依靠理性的决策。在每节课结束时，Puett都会挑战他的学生，让他们在日常生活中实践中国哲学。“我并不是想给我的学生什么大建议。相反，我只是想让他们知道，他们每天可以做些什么来改变他们的生活方式。”)” 可知，这一段介绍了 Puett 的教学方法，即让学生在日常生活中实践哲学。故选C。
8.（24-25高三下·山西·开学考试）Fresh out of college, I had a job as a receptionist at an eyeglasses store, where I encountered both nice and unpleasant customers. Mr. Petrucci and his wife, a lovely elderly couple, would often come in. The woman was extremely sweet, often had questions, and liked to chat. Occasionally, I was so busy that taking the extra time with her was challenging, so I greeted her warmly and asked her to walk around the store at her own pace. In truth, I really liked the couple and imagined how fantastic it would be to have them as neighbors.
One day, Mr. Petrucci came in and walked up to my desk. It was unusual for him to come alone, but that didn’t register with me at first. I greeted him and asked what he needed. He told me that he just came in to see me. When he hesitantly told me that his wife had passed away, I was discouraged. My heart ached for him losing a woman he loved for all his life. Then he handed me a package and said it was a gift for me, a person who deserved it.
Thinking about that moment still brings tears to my eyes. I opened the box, and it contained wonderful, old-fashioned set of Irish-style hankies. I told him how touched I was by his thoughtful gesture. I’ve never seen him since then.
Although it happened forty years ago, I still can picture him standing there telling me something now. I still have one of those meaningful hankies. It always serves as a reminder of how important the smallest of gestures can be to someone. Just as I had no idea that I was making a difference to them, he could never imagine how much his gift meant to me. We touch each other’s lives in ways we often never know about — for good or for ill. The smallest amount of kindness has lasting repercussion. I try to remember that touching moment every day.
29．Why did the elderly man give hankies to the author
A．To show his generosity and wealth. B．To remind the author of his wife’s kindness.
C．To show his mercy on the author. D．To show his appreciation for the author.
30．Why are those hankies meaningful to the author
A．They are old-fashioned and Irish-style. B．They are the beginning of good friendship.
C．They tell the author’s unforgettable experience. D．They link the author to a rich couple.
31．What does the underlined word “repercussion” in the last paragraph mean
A．Effect. B．Result. C．Conflict. D．Challenge.
32．Which of the following can best describe the author
A．A friend in need is a friend indeed. B．God helps those who help themselves.
C．Great minds think alike. D．Good is rewarded with good.
【答案】29．D 30．C 31．A 32．D
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。作者在文章中讲述了彼德鲁奇先生赠给她手帕的故事。
29．细节理解题。根据第一段“Mr. Petrucci and his wife, a lovely elderly couple, would often come in. The woman was extremely sweet, often had questions, and liked to chat. Occasionally, I was so busy that taking the extra time with her was challenging, so I greeted her warmly and asked her to walk around the store at her own pace. In truth, I really liked the couple and imagined how fantastic it would be to have them as neighbors.(彼得鲁奇和他的妻子是一对可爱的老夫妇，他们经常进来。这个女人非常可爱，经常有问题，喜欢聊天。有时候，我太忙了，很难抽出额外的时间陪她，所以我热情地跟她打招呼，让她按照自己的节奏在店里走走。事实上，我真的很喜欢这对夫妇，想象着能和他们做邻居该有多好)”以及第二段“Then he handed me a package and said it was a gift for me, a person who deserved it.(然后他递给我一个包裹，说这是给我的礼物，一个值得拥有它的人)”可知，作者平时善待彼德鲁奇夫妇，彼德鲁奇先生在他的妻子去世后给作者赠送手帕，主要是表达对作者的感激之情。故选D项。
30．推理判断题。根据第四段“It always serves as a reminder of how important the smallest of gestures can be to someone. Just as I had no idea that I was making a difference to them, he could never imagine how much his gift meant to me.(它总是提醒我们，一个最小的手势对一个人来说是多么重要。就像我不知道我对他们的影响一样，他也无法想象他的礼物对我有多么重要)”可推知，这些手帕让作者回想起难忘的经历，因此对他来说是非常有意义的。故选C项。
31．词句猜测题。根据上文的“It always serves as a reminder of how important the smallest of gestures can be to someone. Just as I had no idea that I was making a difference to them, he could never imagine how much his gift meant to me. We touch each other’s lives in ways we often never know about — for good or for ill(它总是提醒我们，一个最小的手势对一个人来说是多么重要。就像我不知道我对他们的影响一样，他也无法想象他的礼物对我有多么重要。我们以一种我们常常不知道的方式影响着彼此的生活——不管是好是坏)”和下文的“I try to remember that touching moment every day.(我每天都努力回忆那个感人的时刻)”可知，小小善举对彼此都能产生持久的影响，因此，该词意为“（间接的）影响”，与A项同义。故选A项。
32．推理判断题。根据第一段“Mr. Petrucci and his wife, a lovely elderly couple, would often come in. The woman was extremely sweet, often had questions, and liked to chat. Occasionally, I was so busy that taking the extra time with her was challenging, so I greeted her warmly and asked her to walk around the store at her own pace. In truth, I really liked the couple and imagined how fantastic it would be to have them as neighbors.(彼得鲁奇和他的妻子是一对可爱的老夫妇，他们经常进来。这个女人非常可爱，经常有问题，喜欢聊天。有时候，我太忙了，很难抽出额外的时间陪她，所以我热情地跟她打招呼，让她按照自己的节奏在店里走走。事实上，我真的很喜欢这对夫妇，想象着能和他们做邻居该有多好)”以及第二段“Then he handed me a package and said it was a gift for me, a person who deserved it.(然后他递给我一个包裹，说这是给我的礼物，一个值得拥有它的人)”可知，作者平时的善举得到了彼德鲁奇夫妇的认可和感激，因此D项“善有善报”可以概括。故选D项。
9.（24-25高三下·北京·阶段练习）Fish Cheeks
By Amy Tan 1987
I fell in love with the minister’s son the winter I turned fourteen. He was not Chinese, but as white as Mary in the manger. For Christmas, I prayed for this blond-haired boy, Robert, and a slim new American nose.
When I found out that my parents had invited the minister’s family over for Christmas Eve dinner, I cried. What would Robert think of our shabby Chinese Christmas What would he think of our noisy Chinese relatives who lacked proper American manners What terrible disappointment would he feel upon seeing not a roasted turkey and sweet potatoes but Chinese food
On Christmas Eve I saw that my mother had outdone herself in creating a strange menu. The kitchen was littered with appalling mounds of raw food: A slimy (黏糊糊的) rock cod (浔鳕鱼) with bulging eyes, tofu that looked like stacked white sponges, a bowl soaking dried fungus back to life, and squid with crisscrossed knife markings.
And then they arrived — the minister’s family and all my relatives in a clamor of doorbells and rumpled Christmas packages. Robert grunted hello, and I pretended he was not worthy of existence. Dinner threw me deeper into despair. My relatives licked the ends of their chopsticks and reached across the table, dipping them into the dozen or so plates of food. Robert and his family waited patiently for platters to be passed to them. My relatives murmured with pleasure when my mother brought out the whole steamed fish. Robert grimaced (脸部扭曲). Then my father poked his chopsticks just below the fish eye and plucked out the soft meat. “Amy, your favorite,” he said, offering me the tender fish cheek. I wanted to disappear.
At the end of the meal, my father leaned back and belched (打嗝) loudly, thanking my mother for her fine cooking. “It’s a polite Chinese custom to show you are satisfied,” explained my father to our astonished guests. Robert was looking down at his plate with a reddened face. The minister managed to muster up a quiet burp. I was stunned into silence for the rest of the night.
After everyone had gone, my mother said to me, “You want to be the same as American girls on the outside.” She handed me an early gift. It was a miniskirt in beige tweed. “But inside you must always be Chinese. You must be proud you are different. Your only shame is to have shame.”
And even though I didn’t agree with her then, I knew that she understood how much I had suffered during the evening’s dinner. It wasn’t until many years later — long after I had gotten over my crush on Robert — that I was able to fully appreciate her lesson and the true purpose behind our particular menu. For Christmas Eve that year, she had chosen all my favorite foods.
33．The author’s descriptions of the food suggest that she _______.
A．thought it not festive B．valued her mother’s effort
C．viewed it as unappealing D．felt unfamiliar with the menu
34．What made Amy the most embarrassed during the dinner
A．Robert grimaced at the food. B．Her father offered her fish cheek.
C．The minister attempted a polite burp. D．Her relatives reached across the table.
35．What was Amy’s mother’s purpose in choosing the menu
A．To bridge the cultural gap. B．To teach family traditions.
C．To express a mother’s love. D．To test cultural differences.
36．What has the author learnt in the story
A．Pride lies in accepting who we are. B．Time shapes our understanding.
C．Family love conquers all barriers. D．Cultural roots define identity.
【答案】33．C 34．B 35．C 36．A
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者在14岁的时候，母亲请外国朋友来家吃饭的事情。当时作者为亲戚和父亲在餐桌前的表现感觉非常失望，非常尴尬。但是母亲却告诫她可以外表像美国女孩，而内在仍然要保持中国人的内在品质。
33．细节理解题。根据第三段“On Christmas Eve I saw that my mother had outdone herself in creating a strange menu. The kitchen was littered with appalling mounds of raw food: A slimy (黏糊糊的) rock cod (浔鳕鱼) with bulging eyes, tofu that looked like stacked white sponges, a bowl soaking dried fungus back to life, and squid with crisscrossed knife markings.(平安夜那天，我看到母亲为了准备一顿奇特的晚餐，真是费尽了心思。厨房里堆满了令人毛骨悚然的生食材：一条眼睛鼓鼓的、黏糊糊的浔鳕鱼，像叠起来的白色海绵一样的豆腐，一碗泡发的干木耳重获新生，还有切满刀痕的鱿鱼)”可知，作者用了负面的、不吸引人的词汇，表明作者认为这些食物看起来并不吸引人。故选C项。
34．细节理解题。根据第四段“Then my father poked his chopsticks just below the fish eye and plucked out the soft meat. “Amy, your favorite,” he said, offering me the tender fish cheek. I wanted to disappear.(然后我父亲用筷子在鱼眼下方戳了一下，挑出了那块软肉。‘艾米，你最爱吃的，’他说着，把嫩嫩的鱼腮肉递给我。我真想找个地缝钻进去)”可知，父亲把鱼鳃肉夹给作者让作者感到自己想找个地缝钻进去，因此，晚餐时让艾米最尴尬的是她父亲给她鱼腮肉。故选B项。
35．推理判断题。根据最后一段“And even though I didn’t agree with her then, I knew that she understood how much I had suffered during the evening’s dinner. It wasn’t until many years later — long after I had gotten over my crush on Robert — that I was able to fully appreciate her lesson and the true purpose behind our particular menu. For Christmas Eve that year, she had chosen all my favorite foods.(尽管我当时并不同意她的看法，但我知道她理解我那天晚上在晚餐上遭受了多少痛苦。直到许多年后——早在我对罗伯特的迷恋消失之后——我才能够完全领会她的教诲，以及我们那顿特别晚餐背后的真正意义。那年平安夜，她选择的都是我最爱吃的食物)”可知，母亲为她选择了所有她最喜欢的食物作为圣诞晚餐的菜单，这表明母亲的目的是表达母爱。故选C项。
36．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“After everyone had gone, my mother said to me, “You want to be the same as American girls on the outside.” She handed me an early gift. It was a miniskirt in beige tweed. “But inside you must always be Chinese. You must be proud you are different. Your only shame is to have shame.”(等大家都走后，母亲对我说：‘你外表想和美国女孩一样。’她递给我一份早到的礼物。那是一条米色粗花呢迷你裙。‘但内心你要永远是个中国人。你要为自己与众不同而感到骄傲。你唯一的羞耻就是有羞耻感。’)”可推知，作者的母亲告诉她要为自己与众不同而感到骄傲，唯一的羞耻是有羞耻感。作者后来意识到母亲的话的道理，即要接受并珍视自己的身份和文化背景。因此，作者从这个故事中学到的是“骄傲在于接受我们自己是谁”。故选A项。
10.（24-25高三下·浙江绍兴·阶段练习）Erin Willman, who lost her vision at fifteen, faced numerous challenges as people often told her what she cannot do, but she wanted to show them what she can do. Turned down from job applications due to her blindness, Erin decided to create her own path. Within a year, she established White Cane Coffee, becoming its CEO and proving that her disability would not hinder her ambitions.
White Cane Coffee has grown from an idea born on a tough day into a thriving business with Erin’s coffee available in multiple cities. Beyond selling high-quality coffee, the company champions inclusiveness by creating employment opportunities for blind and disabled individuals, equipping them with valuable skills and boosting their confidence. The company’s commitment to inclusiveness is evident in its unique product labeling; each package features Braille, making it one of the pioneering companies to label all products this way. This initiative addresses Erin’s belief that visually impaired individuals should be able to shop independently.
The company provides jobs at a livable wage, offering freedoms and enriching the lives of employees who are often unfairly deprived of such opportunities elsewhere. Erin’s team emphasizes that their mission goes beyond wages — it instills hope and demonstrates the value of every employee as part of a larger effort. Profits from White Cane Coffee do more than just support the staff; they also contribute to leader dog training, community work with children, and fundraising for non-profits.
Erin’s vision extends beyond personal success; her ultimate goal is to effect global change. She prioritizes social impact over material wealth, aiming to use her position to improve lives. Erin and her team remain thankful for the fantastic support from their community and disability support providers. And more importantly, they are proud of how much they accomplish in providing resources and empowerment to disabled people. They hope to continue to create additional jobs, which will help even more people become independent. To that end, they are working on some very exciting projects to help gain the footing necessary to jump to the next level as a company.
37．Why did Erin start her own coffee company
A．To make a living. B．To help those in need.
C．To showcase her abilities. D．To promote Braille education.
38．What distinguishes White Cane Coffee’s products
A．They have lower prices. B．They offer free package for the blind.
C．They have special package for champions. D．They provide convenience for blind customers.
39．How does this company contribute to society
A．Offering high-paying jobs to employees. B．Expanding globally and increasing sales.
C．Supporting independence for the needed. D．Selling coffee in multiple international cities.
40．What words can be used to describe Erin
A．Dependent and ambitious. B．Competitive and powerful.
C．Determined and considerate. D．Pessimistic and materialistic.
【答案】37．C 38．D 39．C 40．C
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了残疾人艾琳·威尔曼是如何创立自己的公司，并且致力于帮助残疾人的。
37．细节理解题。根据第一段“Erin Willman, who lost her vision at fifteen, faced numerous challenges as people often told her what she cannot do, but she wanted to show them what she can do.(艾琳·威尔曼在15岁时失去了视力，她面临着无数的挑战，因为人们经常告诉她她不能做什么，但她想让他们看到她能做什么)”可知，Erin刚开始开咖啡公司是为了证明她的能力。故选C。
38．细节理解题。根据第二段“The company’s commitment to inclusiveness is evident in its unique product labeling; each package features Braille, making it one of the pioneering companies to label all products this way. This initiative addresses Erin’s belief that visually impaired individuals should be able to shop independently.(该公司对包容性的承诺在其独特的产品标签中显而易见；每个包装上都有盲文，使其成为以这种方式标记所有产品的先驱公司之一。这一举措表达了艾琳的信念，即视力受损的人应该能够独立购物)”可知，该咖啡公司的不同之处在于他们特意为盲人客户提供便利。故选D。
39．细节理解题。根据第三段“The company provides jobs at a livable wage, offering freedoms and enriching the lives of employees who are often unfairly deprived of such opportunities elsewhere. Erin’s team emphasizes that their mission goes beyond wages — it instills hope and demonstrates the value of every employee as part of a larger effort. Profits from White Cane Coffee do more than just support the staff; they also contribute to leader dog training, community work with children, and fundraising for non-profits.(该公司提供的工作工资令人满意，为员工提供了自由，丰富了他们的生活，而这些员工在其他地方往往被不公平地剥夺了这样的机会。艾琳的团队强调，他们的使命不仅仅是工资，而是灌输希望，并展示每个员工作为更大努力的一部分的价值。White Cane Coffee的利润不仅仅是支持员工；他们还参与导盲犬的训练、儿童社区工作和非营利组织的筹款)”可知，该公司的宗旨是帮助残疾人提高独立生活的能力。故选C。
40．推理判断题。根据第一段“Erin Willman, who lost her vision at fifteen, faced numerous challenges as people often told her what she cannot do, but she wanted to show them what she can do. Turned down from job applications due to her blindness, Erin decided to create her own path. Within a year, she established White Cane Coffee, becoming its CEO and proving that her disability would not hinder her ambitions.(艾琳·威尔曼在15岁时失去了视力，她面临着无数的挑战，因为人们经常告诉她她不能做什么，但她想让他们看到她能做什么。由于失明，艾琳拒绝了工作申请，她决定开创自己的道路。在一年内，她成立了White Cane Coffee公司，并成为其首席执行官，并证明了她的残疾不会阻碍她的雄心壮志)”以及第二段“Beyond selling high-quality coffee, the company champions inclusiveness by creating employment opportunities for blind and disabled individuals, equipping them with valuable skills and boosting their confidence.(除了销售高品质咖啡，该公司还通过为盲人和残疾人创造就业机会，为他们提供宝贵的技能，增强他们的信心，从而倡导包容性)”可知，Erin具有坚定的意志，而且关心和帮助残疾人，所以她是一个意志坚强和关心他人的人。故选C。
11.（2025·陕西汉中·二模）In a world where time was highly valued, Henry, a skilled watchmaker, led a dull life. Despite his ability to create precise and beautiful watches, he felt controlled by time. The irony of his profession was not lost on him.
One day, an elderly woman visited Henry’s shop with a peculiar request. She wanted a watch that didn’t tell the exact time but reminded the wearer of life’s fleeting nature. Henry was interested and accepted the challenge, designing a unique watch with no numbers and two hands moving at different speeds.
After completing the watch, Henry was captivated by its design and started reflecting on his own life. He realized he had forgotten to live in the present. When the woman came to collect the watch, she was moved to tears and shared the story behind her request.
Inspired by the experience, Henry decided to make a similar watch for himself. He began to change his perspective, prioritizing experiences over possessions and cherishing simple moments. Word spread about his change, and others started seeking out his unique timepieces.
Over the years, Henry’s watches became heirlooms (传家宝), passed down through generations. His story serves as a reminder that time is precious and should be appreciated. It encourages us to reflect on how we live and question if we are truly living our lives.
41．What was the peculiar request the elderly woman had when she visited Henry’s shop
A．She wanted a well-decorated watch with big numbers for easy time-reading.
B．She asked for a non-time-exact watch to remind people of life’s rapid passing.
C．She hoped for a watch that could tell time and predict the future.
D．She wanted a watch with an alarm for better daily planning.
42．What is the author’s attitude towards Henry’s change in perspective
A．Critical. B．Doubtful. C．Indifferent. D．Admiring.
43．What can be implied by stating that Henry’s watches became heirlooms
A．His watches are very expensive, and only wealthy people can afford them.
B．His watches are uniquely designed and can record family history.
C．His watches symbolize the appreciation of time and the meaning of life.
D．His watches are highly sought after due to their advanced technology.
44．Which of the following would be the best title for this passage
A．A Watch that Changed Lives: Rediscovering the Value of Time.
B．Henry’s Struggle with Time Management.
C．A Skilled Watchmaker and His Profitable Career.
D．An Elderly Woman’s Precious Watch.
【答案】41．B 42．D 43．C 44．A
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。短文叙述了亨利受到老人的启发，重新为自己设计了一块手表，这使得亨利重新发现了时间的价值。
41．细节理解题。根据第二段“She wanted a watch that didn’t tell the exact time but reminded the wearer of life’s fleeting nature.(她想要一块手表，它不能显示准确的时间，但能提醒佩戴者生命稍纵即逝)”可知，老妇人在参观亨利的商店时的特别的要求是她想要一块不精确的手表来提醒人们生命的飞逝。故选B项。
42．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“He began to change his perspective, prioritizing experiences over possessions and cherishing simple moments.( 他开始改变自己的观点，将体验置于财产之上，珍惜简单的时刻)”以及最后一段“His story serves as a reminder that time is precious and should be appreciated. It encourages us to reflect on how we live and question if we are truly living our lives.(他的故事提醒我们，时间是宝贵的，应该珍惜。它鼓励我们反思我们是如何生活的，并质疑我们是否真的在过自己的生活)”可知，作者对亨利观点的改变持欣赏的态度。故选D项。
43．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Over the years, Henry’s watches became heirlooms (传家宝), passed down through generations. His story serves as a reminder that time is precious and should be appreciated. It encourages us to reflect on how we live and question if we are truly living our lives.(多年来，亨利的手表成了传家宝，代代相传。他的故事提醒我们，时间是宝贵的，应该珍惜。它鼓励我们反思我们是如何生活的，并质疑我们是否真的在过自己的生活)”可知，亨利的手表成了传家宝意味着他的手表象征着对时间的欣赏和生命的意义。故选C项。
44．主旨大意题。通读全文，并根据第三段“After completing the watch, Henry was captivated by its design and started reflecting on his own life. He realized he had forgotten to live in the present.( 完成腕表后，亨利被它的设计所吸引，开始反思自己的生活。他意识到自己已经忘记了活在当下)”和第四段“Inspired by the experience, Henry decided to make a similar watch for himself. He began to change his perspective, prioritizing experiences over possessions and cherishing simple moments.(受到这次经历的启发，亨利决定为自己制作一块类似的手表。他开始改变自己的观点，将体验置于财产之上，珍惜简单的时刻)”可知，短文叙述了亨利受到老人的启发，重新为自己设计了一块手表，这使得亨利重新发现了时间的价值。因此A项“改变生活的手表：重新发现时间的价值”可以作为本文的最佳标题。故选A项。
12.（2025·山西·一模）Ross McLaren, a 31-year-old chemistry teacher from Kilwinning, Ayrshire, began diving in 2016. He was amazed by the sea life, but the hobby can sometimes be depressing due to the quantity of rubbish. While diving in Scotland’s sea lochs (海湾), Ross noticed a sharp rise in litter since the COVID-19 lockdown, despite his belief that Scotland is one of the best places in the world for diving.
“I accidentally fell in love with diving, and it’s good to show people what is happening underwater,” Ross said. “Some of the things I’ve seen underwater are decades old. Sea creatures are making their homes in litter. People won’t care if they can’t see it.”
On one occasion, he spotted what he thought was a magnificent jellyfish (牡蛎), only to realize it was a plastic bag. “You can understand why a whale thinks a plastic bag is a jellyfish. It’s really disheartening.” Ross added, “I think it has got worse since lockdown. There’s a general increase in the amount of litter in the water. People don’t realize what an impact it is having. I tend to do a lot of diving around the sea lochs.”
One upsetting image showed a lobster (龙虾) with plastic tied around its claws (钳子), suggesting it had been caught and thrown back into the water. According to Ross, it’s necessary to weigh up the benefits of removing litter if it has a sea-creature living in it. He said, “The ocean life does use litter as habitat. On this occasion, I thought it was best to leave it, as it appeared that the lobster had made it its home. During some of my underwater explorations, I have seen things like cans, which have gathered bits and pieces. That is where it becomes a moral issue.”
45．What has been Ross’s main concern while diving
A．The cold water temperature. B．The poor visibility underwater.
C．The dangerous sea life in the area. D．The increasing amount of underwater litter.
46．What does Ross mean by saying “People won’t care if they can’t see it”
A．People are unaware of the beauty of the ocean.
B．People believe ocean pollution will resolve itself over time.
C．People tend to ignore problems they don’t personally experience.
D．People believe that ocean pollution matters only when it’s visible.
47．Why does the author mention a plastic bag being mistaken for a jellyfish
A．To illustrate how whales interact with jellyfish.
B．To emphasize the beauty of jellyfish in the ocean.
C．To stress the harm caused by plastic in the ocean.
D．To show how sea animals confuse litter with food.
48．Why does Ross consider the issue of ocean litter a moral one
A．Because sea creatures depend on litter for survival.
B．Because humans have a responsibility to clean up the oceans.
C．Because removing litter could harm creatures using it as habitat.
D．Because litter is causing permanent damage to the ocean ecosystem.
【答案】45．D 46．C 47．D 48．C
【导语】本篇是记叙文。文章讲述了31岁的化学教师 Ross Mclaren在潜水时发现海洋垃圾增多的问题。文章反映了他对海洋垃圾问题的深切关注。
45．细节理解题。根据第一段“While diving in Scotland’s sea lochs, Ross noticed a sharp rise in litter since the COVID-19 lockdown, despite his belief that Scotland is one of the best places in the world for diving. (罗斯在苏格兰的海湖中潜水时注意到，自新冠肺炎疫情封锁以来，垃圾急剧增加，尽管他认为苏格兰是世界上最好的潜水地点之一)”可知，Ross最关心的是海洋垃圾的增多，故选D。
46．细节理解题。根据第二段““I accidentally fell in love with diving, and it’s good to show people what is happening underwater,” Ross said. “Some of the things I’ve seen underwater are decades old. Sea creatures are making their homes in litter.People won’t care if they can’t see it. (罗斯说：“我偶然爱上了潜水，向人们展示水下发生的事情是件好事。”“我在水下看到的一些东西已经有几十年了。海洋生物在垃圾中安家。如果人们看不见它，他们就不会关心它”)”可知，人们往往忽视那些他们看不见的问题，故选C。
47．推理判断题。根据第三段“On one occasion, he spotted what he thought was a magnificent jellyfish, only to realize it was a plastic bag. “You can understand why a whale thinks a plastic bag is a jellyfish. (有一次，他发现了一只他以为是巨大的水母，却发现那是一个塑料袋。你可以理解为什么鲸鱼认为塑料袋是水母)”可知，作者提到一个塑料袋被误认为是水母是为了表明海洋动物是如何把垃圾和食物混淆的。故选D。
48．推理判断题。根据第四段“According to Ross, it’s necessary to weigh up the benefits of removing litter if it has a sea-creature living in it. He said, “The ocean life does use litter as habitat. On this occasion, I thought it was best to leave it, as it appeared that the lobster had made it its home. During some of my underwater explorations, I have seen things like cans, which have gathered bits and pieces. That is where it becomes a moral issue.” (根据罗斯的说法，如果垃圾里有海洋生物，就有必要权衡清除垃圾的好处。他说：“海洋生物确实以垃圾为栖息地。在这种情况下，我想最好还是离开它，因为这只龙虾似乎把它当成了自己的家。在我的一些水下探险中，我看到过像罐头这样的东西，它们会收集碎片。这就是它成为道德问题的地方。”)”可以推断出，垃圾中有海洋生物栖息，就有必要权衡是否移除垃圾，因为移除垃圾可能会伤害栖息在其中的生物，因此他认为这是一个道德问题，故选C。
