大题 02 阅读理解记叙文/新闻报道
历年考情
记叙文类文章描述的是一件具体事情的发生、发展和结局，通常有时间、地点、人物、事件等。有些
文章是按事件发展的经过为主线叙述的，在叙述的过程中有详有略；有些文章是按时间的顺序叙述
的，有顺叙、倒叙等。从总体上来讲，文章的难度通常不大，在阅读过程中，我们一直在某个线索的
引导下，随着作者的思路去了解一个故事或一件事情的始末，因此会感到比较轻松。
命题规律
阅读理解记叙文/新闻报道常见的有细节理解、词义猜测、主旨大意、推理判断、作者意图等题型。除了推
论或词义辨识题，记叙文命题的顺序一般都会按照文章的脉络和故事发展的顺序层层推进，否则就会觉得
别扭，逻辑不通。同时，记叙文需要事件的发展过程作支撑，一半以上的题目都会用来检测考生对故事的
了解，因此，我们必须弄明白整件事情的发展脉络。而其余像主旨大意、作者意图之类的题目，则取决于
文章的落句，集中考查对作者所发的感触的理解。
考向预测
预测 2025 年高考记叙文阅读理解试题难度会保持相对稳定，但会继续考查细节理解题、推理判断题主
旨大意题和词义猜测题等题型。
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【2024 新课标Ⅰ卷】“I am not crazy,” says Dr. William Farber, shortly after performing acupuncture (针灸)
on a rabbit. “I am ahead of my time.” If he seems a little defensive, it might be because even some of his coworkers
occasionally laugh at his unusual methods. But Farber is certain he’ll have the last laugh. He’s one of a small but
growing number of American veterinarians (兽 医 ) now practicing “holistic” medicine-combining traditional
Western treatments with acupuncture, chiropractic (按摩疗法) and herbal medicine.
Farber, a graduate of Colorado State University, started out as a more conventional veterinarian. He became
interested in alternative treatments 20 years ago when he suffered from terrible back pain. He tried muscle-relaxing
drugs but found little relief. Then he tried acupuncture, an ancient Chinese practice, and was amazed that he
improved after two or three treatments. What worked on a veterinarian seemed likely to work on his patients. So,
after studying the techniques for a couple of years, he began offering them to pets.
Leigh Tindale’s dog Charlie had a serious heart condition. After Charlie had a heart attack, Tindale says, she
was prepared to put him to sleep, but Farber’s treatments eased her dog’s suffering so much that she was able to
keep him alive for an additional five months. And Priscilla Dewing reports that her horse, Nappy, “moves more
easily and rides more comfortably” after a chiropractic adjustment.
Farber is certain that the holistic approach will grow more popular with time, and if the past is any indication,
he may be right: Since 1982, membership in the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association has grown from
30 to over 700. “Sometimes it surprises me that it works so well,” he says. “I will do anything to help an animal.
That’s my job.”
24. What do some of Farber’s coworkers think of him
A. He’s odd. B. He’s strict. C. He’s brave. D. He’s rude.
25. Why did Farber decide to try acupuncture on pets
A. He was trained in it at university. B. He was inspired by another veterinarian.
C. He benefited from it as a patient. D. He wanted to save money for pet owners.
26. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. Steps of a chiropractic treatment. B. The complexity of veterinarians’ work.
C. Examples of rare animal diseases. D. The effectiveness of holistic medicine.
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27. Why does the author mention the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
A. To prove Farber’s point. B. To emphasize its importance.
C. To praise veterinarians. D. To advocate animal protection.
【答案】24. A 25. C 26. D 27. A
【导语】本文是记叙文。文章讲述兽医威廉·法伯(William Farber)博士在从针灸中受益后，将综合医疗应用
于动物，并取得了初步成效。
【24 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段的“If he seems a little defensive, it might be because even some of his coworkers
occasionally laugh at his unusual methods.( 如果他看起来有点自卫，那可能是因为他的一些同事偶尔会嘲笑
他不寻常的方法。) ”可知，Farber 的同事们有时会嘲笑他不寻常的方法，他们认为他很奇怪。故选 A。
【25 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段的“Then he tried acupuncture, an ancient Chinese practice, and was amazed that he
improved after two or three treatments. What worked on a veterinarian seemed likely to work on his patients. So,
after studying the techniques for a couple of years, he began offering them to pets.(然后，他尝试了针灸，这是一
种古老的中国疗法，并惊讶地发现，经过两三次治疗，他的病情有所好转。对兽医有效的方法似乎对他的
病人也有效。因此，在研究了这些技术几年后，他开始把它们提供给宠物。)”可知，Farber 作为患者从针灸
中受益，这促使他决定尝试在宠物上使用针灸。故选 C。
【26 题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段内容“Leigh Tindale’s dog Charlie had a serious heart condition. After Charlie had a heart
attack, Tindale says, she was prepared to put him to sleep, but Farber’s treatments eased her dog’s suffering so
much that she was able to keep him alive for an additional five months. And Priscilla Dewing reports that her horse,
Nappy, “moves more easily and rides more comfortably” after a chiropractic adjustment.(利·廷代尔的狗查理患有
严重的心脏病。廷代尔说，查理心脏病发作后，她准备让他进入睡眠状态，但法伯的治疗大大减轻了她的
狗的痛苦，她能够让它多活五个月。普里西拉·杜因(Priscilla Dewing)报告说，她的马纳皮(Nappy)经过脊椎
按摩调整后，“行动更容易，乘车更舒服”。) ”可知，本段主要讲述了两个例子，一个是 Farber 通过整体医
学方法帮助了患有严重心脏病的狗 Charlie，另一个是马 Nappy 在接受脊椎按摩治疗后移动和骑行更为舒适。
这些例子都是为了说明整体医学的有效性。故选 D。
【27 题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段的内容“Farber is certain that the holistic approach will grow more popular with time,
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and if the past is any indication, he may be right: Since 1982, membership in the American Holistic Veterinary
Medical Association has grown from 30 to over 700. ( 法伯确信，随着时间的推移，综合疗法会越来越受欢迎，
如果过去有任何迹象的话，他可能是对的:自 1982 年以来，美国综合兽医协会的会员已经从 30 个增加到 700
多个。)”可知，法伯认为综合疗法会越来越受欢迎，随后作者列举了美国综合兽医协会的会员已经从 30 个
增加到 700 多个的例子，因此推断美国整体兽医协会是为证明法伯的观点。故选 A。
1.关注细节
记叙文中有大量的事件发展过程中的细节，包括记叙文的 5W（what, who, when, where, why）要素。因
此我们作答细节题的时候，就没有那么复杂，一般只需要由前到后，从上到下，一题一题地做就可以了。
2.注重联系
在做题过程中，我们大都不能在文中找到与题干一字不差的词语或句子。这时我们需要认真研究问题，
抓住题干中的关键词语，然后到文中准确地找到与之相关的语句，或是疑似语句的位置，接着去左顾，或
右盼，在前句或后句寻找线索。
3.读懂表象
如前所述，主旨大意题或推理判断、作者意图题等实际上是同一类型的问题，或者说是可用同种方法解
答的题型。在解答此类题目的时候，不可被题干的表象所迷惑，要像剥洋葱一样，一层一层地剥；在四个
可选项中，一个一个地去证实，去排除。
4.挖掘意义
每年的高考阅读题中，特别是记叙文的阅读题，都会出现一至两道词义猜测题。而这些
词汇往往是你素昧平生的，或者和你有点头之交，在文中却另有新意的，总之，猜的是那
些在高考词汇表要求之外的词汇。小小的一个词，一个短语，考核的不是你的语法的熟练
程度，也不是你的记忆力，而是你对文章通篇或者一个段落的整体把握和变通能力。
【2025 届河南省郑州市中原区郑州中学高三上学期 12 月模拟预测】My mother, who wasn’t good at
driving and using technology, planned to drive for Uber, an online platform that provides ride-hailing (打 车 )
services.
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One day on her way home from grocery shopping, she turned on the app, which matched her quickly with a
rider named Matthew. As she made her way toward him, the panic seized her — the silent navigation (导航), the
distracting screen and the swipe/ tap confusion. It was just too much. Naturally, she turned off her phone. She did
not cancel the ride, nor did she contact him to explain. She turned her car and raced toward home.
A few minutes later, Mom turned on her phone to check her text messages. She had several missed calls
from Matthew, who had been watching her on his screen and had seen her drive in the opposite direction for the
past five minutes.
Matthew called again. She hesitated, and then picked up the phone. “Why are you driving in the opposite
direction ” he asked. “Listen,” she explained. “This is my first time with Uber, and I don’t know how to use it.”
Then Mom found the destination and Matthew got in the car. Matthew was a handsome man in his early
thirties with a kind face. Mom told Matthew he would need to manage the technology if he wanted to arrive on time.
“So, start the trip,” she requested and tossed her phone to Matthew. He was glad of service. They laughed,
talked and eventually arrived at Yorkdale — although at the wrong entrance.
“I’m sorry,” she said. “It’s OK,” laughed Matthew. “Everyone is a beginner at some point.” He ended the
trip, returned her phone and started to climb out of the car.
“Matthew,” she called from her window, “you’d better not rate me one star.” “I’m rating you five right now!”
he said and he really did.
Matthew disappeared into the mall, smiling. She smiled, too, proud that her first ride was such a success.
24．Why did the author’s mother turn off her phone
A．She was at a loss what to do then.
B．She had difficulty in finding Matthew.
C．She couldn’t get in touch with Matthew.
D．She had something urgent to deal with.
25．What did Matthew do before he met the author’s mother
A．He canceled the order. B．He followed her car home.
C．He issued a warning. D．He phoned her several times.
26．What can we learn about the author’s mother and Mattew’s trip
A．It took shorter than usual. B．It led to a lasting friendship.
C．They had a great time during it. D．They didn’t get along well during it.
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27．Which of the following words can best describe Matthew
A．Humorous. B．Understanding. C．Intelligent. D．Responsible.
【答案】24．A 25．D 26．C 27．B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。讲述了作者母亲第一次使用 Uber 接客时，因不会操作手机应用而遇到困扰，
最终在乘客 Matthew 的帮助下顺利完成行程并获得五星好评的故事。
24．细节理解题。根据第二段中“As she made her way toward him, the panic seized her — the silent navigation,
the distracting screen and the swipe/tap confusion. It was just too much. Naturally, she turned off her phone. (当她
走向他的时候，她突然感到恐慌——无声的导航，让人分心的屏幕，还有滑动/点击的困惑。实在是太过分
了。很自然地，她关了手机)”可知，作者母亲关掉手机是因为她对于优步软件的使用以及手机操作感到困惑
不知所措，因此选择关掉了手机。故选 A 项。
25．细节理解题。根据第三段“A few minutes later, Mom turned on her phone to check her text messages. She had
several missed calls from Matthew, who had been watching her on his screen and had seen her drive in the opposite
direction for the past five minutes. (几分钟后，妈妈打开手机查看短信。她有几个马修的未接来电，马修一直
在屏幕上看着她，在过去的五分钟里看到她朝相反的方向开车)”可知，马修在见到作者母亲之前给她打了几
次电话。故选 D 项。
26．推理判断题。根据倒数第四段“They laughed, talked and eventually arrived at Yorkdale —— although at the
wrong entrance (他们谈笑风生，最后到达了 Yorkdale——尽管走错了入口)”和最后一段“Matthew disappeared
into the mall, smiling. She smiled, too, proud that her first ride was such a success. (马修微笑着消失在购物中心。
她也笑了，为自己的第一次跑网约车如此成功而自豪)”可推断，作者母亲和马修的行程很愉快。故选 C 项。
27．推理判断题。根据倒数第三段马修说的“Everyone is a beginner at some point. (每个人在某个时候都是初
学者)”和最后一段他对作者母亲的评价“I’m rating you five right now! (我现在就给你打五分！)”可知，马修能
理解并原谅一个初学者的错误，很善解人意。所以最能描述马修的词语是“Understanding(善解人意的)”。故
选 B 项。
Passage（1）
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【安徽省合肥市第一中学 2024-2025 学年高三上学期 12 月阶段性诊断检测】In the bustling city of
Shanghai, a unique café is set to open its doors. Unlike any other, this café operates in complete darkness, offering
a sensory experience like no other. It is staffed by baristas who are visually impaired, with a mission to raise
awareness about the challenges they face and the strength they possess.
Upon entering, customers are greeted with walking sticks to navigate the dark interior. For the next few
minutes, the world fades away, and one must rely on senses other than sight to savor the coffee. “Feel the long table
with your hands,” instructs a guide, “and find your seat on the bench.”
The coffee itself is a journey of taste and memory. “Does it remind you of white rabbit candy ” asks a
barista, referring to a popular Chinese sweet. The answer is often a delighted “Yes,” as the familiar flavor sparks a
connection.
One of the baristas, Zhang Zhiwen, lost her vision at 28 due to an accident. It was a devastating blow, but her
father’s question, “Can you see that trash can in front of you ”sparked a change. With determination, she identified
the object, and her father’s response, “Exactly. Since you can see, I’ll take you around the world,” marked the
beginning of a new chapter in her life. Along with five other visually impaired baristas, she has turned her life
around and now runs the café. Their stories are unique, yet they share a common goal: to make others understand
the world through their eyes.
Chen Siying another barista, expresses the café’s purpose: “We want our customers to experience what we
feel. Our lives are a reflection of what you’ll find inside the café. We aim to share the experiences of visually
impaired individuals.”
Chen Tong, a visitor, reflects on the experience: “In this room, sight is irrelevant. You engage with the world
through hearing, touching, smelling, and tasting. It’s a reminder of the challenges faced by the visually impaired.”
The café is scheduled to open on Wednesday, December 4th. For those interested in this extraordinary
experience, reservations can be made online.
4．What did Zhang Zhiwen’s father do to inspire her after she lost her vision
A．He took her on a trip around the world.
B．He introduced her to a new hobby to distract her from her loss.
C．He bought her a special coffee to cheer her up.
D．He asked her if she could see a trash can, reminding her of her remaining sight.
5．What does Chen Siying want customers to understand through their experience at the café
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A．The importance of sight in daily life.
B．The joy of working with visually impaired baristas.
C．The challenges faced by the visually impaired.
D．The variety of coffee flavors available.
6．What can be inferred about the visitors’ experience at the café
A．They are likely to feel uncomfortable and disoriented.
B．They will gain a new appreciation for the senses other than sight.
C．They will become experts in making coffee in the dark.
D．They will feel pity for the visually impaired baristas.
7．What is the main message conveyed by the article about the café
A．The café is a place for visually impaired individuals to so wait.
B．The café is a platform to educate the public about visual impairment.
C．The café is a business venture that employs visually impaired individuals.
D．The café is a unique place for, coffee enthusiasts to-try new flavors.
【答案】4．D 5．C 6．B 7．B
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了上海的一家咖啡馆，这家咖啡馆很特别，它的工作人员都
是视觉障碍者，他们希望通自己的服务，让人们感受到视觉障碍者的感受。
4．细节理解题。根据第四段中“One of the baristas, Zhang Zhiwen, lost her vision at 28 due to an accident. It was
a devastating blow, but her father’s question, “Can you see that trash can in front of you ”sparked a change. With
determination, she identified the object, and her father’s response, “Exactly. Since you can see, I’ll take you around
the world,” marked the beginning of a new chapter in her life. (其中一名咖啡师张志文 28 岁时因一次事故失去
了视力。这是毁灭性的打击，但她父亲的问题是：“你能看到你面前的那个垃圾桶吗？”引发了变化。她下定
决心，认出了那个物体，而她父亲的回答是：“没错。既然你能看见，我就带你环游世界。”这标志着她人生
新篇章的开始)”可知，张志文失明后，父亲问她是否能看到垃圾桶，提醒她还有视力，父亲以此来鼓励她。
故选 D。
5．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“Chen Siying another barista, expresses the café’s purpose: “We want our
customers to experience what we feel. Our lives are a reflection of what you’ll find inside the café. We aim to share
the experiences of visually impaired individuals.”(另一位咖啡师陈思颖表达了咖啡馆的宗旨：“我们希望顾客能
体验到我们的感受。我们的生活反映了您在咖啡馆内发现的一切。我们的目标是分享视障人士的经历。”)”
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可知，陈思颖希望顾客通过咖啡馆的体验来了解视障人士面临的挑战。故选 C。
6．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“Chen Tong, a visitor, reflects on the experience: “In this room, sight is
irrelevant. You engage with the world through hearing, touching, smelling, and tasting.”(参观者陈童回忆这段经
历时说：“在这个房间里，视线是无关紧要的。你通过听觉、触摸、嗅觉和品尝与世界互动。”)”可推知，参
观者在咖啡馆可以体验到的是：他们对视觉以外的感官有新的认识。故选 B。
7．推理判断题。根据第一段“In the bustling city of Shanghai, a unique café is set to open its doors. Unlike any
other, this café operates in complete darkness, offering a sensory experience like no other. It is staffed by baristas
who are visually impaired, with a mission to raise awareness about the challenges they face and the strength they
possess.(在繁华的上海，一家独特的咖啡馆即将开业。与其他咖啡馆不同的是，这家咖啡馆在完全黑暗的环
境下营业，提供与众不同的感官体验。它的工作人员都是视障咖啡师，其使命是提高人们对他们所面临的
挑战和他们所拥有的力量的认识)”可推知，关于这家咖啡馆，作者想要传达的主要信息是该咖啡馆是一个向
公众宣传视力障碍的平台。故选 B。
Passage（2）
【 广东省红岭中学 2024-2025 学年高三下学期第五次统一考试】Life had always been about action for
former teacher Billy Keenan, who had served in the Army before. He mastered musical instruments including the
flute, guitar, bass guitar and piano. As a competitive triathlete and surfer, he completed numerous 5K, 10K and
half-marathon runs. “I was at the peak of my powers,” he said.
But on Sept. 14, 2013, his life changed in an instant while surfing at the Jersey Shore. “I rode that wave, fell
off my board, hit my head on the ocean floor,” Keenan said. “Everything faded to black.” Keenan woke up in a
hospital room two and a half weeks later. He had been paralyzed (瘫 痪 的 ) from the shoulders down and the
medical team didn’t expect him to regain independent breathing.
Keenan called it one of the worst days of his life, saying it was “a lot of darkness.” When a parent of a
former student visited him at the hospital, they handed him the phone. It was New York Police Department
Detective Steven McDonald, who survived a shooting in 1986. He eventually forgave his attacker. But he too was
paralyzed. He became a public speaker, preaching the importance of forgiveness.
That day, he had advice for Keenan. At a recent talk at Berkeley College, Keenan recalled what McDonald
had told him. “The only reason you survive is when you’re better, when you’re stronger, when your rehab is over,
you’re going to come back and contribute in a significant way,” he said. “Don’t ever forget that in the end, there
will be life.”
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Looking back on his life, Keenan realized he had been accustomed to what he called “deliberate discomfort.”
Drawing on his own faith and that reminder from McDonald, Keenan overcame the odds. Four months after his
accident, he was able to breathe on his own again.
In 2015, Keenan went back to teaching, but later retired. When McDonald died in January 2017, Keenan
decided to start helping others by becoming a motivational speaker. He published an autobiography in 2023 —
“The Road to Resilience: The Billy Keenan Story” — and is already working on his next book, a new
coming-of-age story called “I Am Iron Man.”
4．What is the purpose of the first paragraph
A．To introduce Keenan’s basic situations before injury.
B．To make a contrast to indicate Keenan’s later terrible situation.
C．To inform the readers that Keenan stood out with talent and skill.
D．To indicate why Keenan was eventually injured.
5．What do we know about Keenan after his injury
A．He was paralyzed all over his body.
B．He came back to consciousness after three weeks.
C．He was expected to breathe independently soon by his medical team.
D．He had used to accept paralysis and sufferings to be his fate.
6．What does the underlined word “rehab” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A．Regret. B．Reflection.
C．Recovery. D．Rescue.
7．What message is mainly conveyed by Keenan’s story
A．Life is never easy for those who dream.
B．What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.
C．Helping others is the way we help ourselves.
D．Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.
【答案】4．B 5．D 6．C 7．B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了 Billy Keenan 这位多才多艺的教师，在经历一次重大受伤之后，
在前警官侦探 Steven McDonald 的鼓励下，积极恢复，重回岗位，退休后成为励志演讲者，帮助他人，并成
功出书。
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4．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Life had always been about action for former teacher Billy Keenan, who had
served in the Army before. He mastered musical instruments including the flute, guitar, bass guitar and piano. As a
competitive triathlete and surfer, he completed numerous 5K, 10K and half-marathon runs. “I was at the peak of my
powers,” he said. (生命于 Billy Keenan 而言就是战斗，他曾经入伍，精通乐器，也是有竞争力的铁人三项运
动员，冲浪运动员，完成过数不清的赛事，如他而言，他正处于人生能量的巅峰)”可知，此处与而后的受伤
到高位瘫痪，身体严重受创，形成鲜明对比，此段用意就是来对比说明之后 Billy Keenan 的艰难，为之后继
续战斗走出困境埋下伏笔。故选 B 项。
5．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Everything faded to black.(一切逐渐变为黑色。)”、第三段中的“Keenan called
it one of the worst days of his life, saying it was “a lot of darkness.”(基南称这是他生命中最糟糕的日子之一，他
说那天“充满了黑暗”。)”以及第五段中的“Looking back on his life, Keenan realized he had been accustomed to
what he called “deliberate discomfort.””(Keenan 沉浸在他自称的“deliberate discomfort”)可知，那就是 Keenan
当时残疾，就处于那种有意识地认为自己瘫痪残疾，人生没有指望的自我消极情绪和状态中，由此可知，
他过去曾经接受残疾和痛楚就是自己的最终命运。故选 D 项。
6．词义猜测题。根据第四段中的“The only reason you survive is when you’re better, when you’re stronger, when
your … is over, you’re going to come back and contribute in a significant way (你活着的唯一理由就是，当你好一
点，当你变强壮一点，当你的……结束，你要回归你的生活，用更有意义的方式去回馈这个社会)”可知，这
里是对 Keenan 的身体康复状态的一个递进描述，划线单词前描述的是变好一点，变强壮一点，到划线单词
后描述的回归生活，为社会做贡献，由此可知推断，划线单词表示的意义与“恢复健康”意义相关。故选 C
项。
7．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Life had always been about action for former teacher Billy Keenan, who had
served in the Army before. He mastered musical instruments including the flute, guitar, bass guitar and piano. As a
competitive triathlete and surfer, he completed numerous 5K, 10K and half-marathon runs. “I was at the peak of my
powers,” he said. (生命于 Billy Keenan 而言就是战斗，他曾经入伍，精通乐器，也是有竞争力的铁人三项运
动员，冲浪运动员，完成过数不清的赛事，如他而言，他正处于人生能量的巅峰)”以及第二段的“But on Sept.
14, 2013, his life changed in an instant while surfing at the Jersey Shore.(但是在 2013 年 9 月 14 日，当他正在泽
西海岸冲浪时，他的生活瞬间发生了改变。)”以及下文介绍的 Keenan 的整个故事经历可知，他从一位多才
多艺的处于人生巅峰的教师，突然变成重度伤残，可是他没有消沉，与命运抗争，最终回到岗位，并持续
发光发热。他经历磨难，克服艰难，让自己更强大，由此可推断，Keenan 自身的故事所传达的含义是那些
杀不死你的，使你更强大。故选 B 项。
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Passage（3）
【河北省沧衡名校联盟 2024-2025 学年高三下学期开学考试】In rural North Carolina, a research farm
grows new blueberry varieties for gardeners and farmers alike. And the berries — well, they have to be harvested.
In the morning about 30 volunteers gathered near a blueberry field to listen to researcher Bill Cline, who
offered the best technique for gathering the fruit. “Attach the bucket so that you have both hands free to pick. Just
cup your hands, roll them off with your thumbs and down into the bucket,” he instructed.
This research farm is part of North Carolina State University, and the fruit isn’t sold. It’s donated, and these
volunteers are here to help. “And you might get to take a blueberry or two home at the end of the deal, and we
really appreciate your being out here,” Cline told the volunteers.
Bonzak is one of a group of volunteer gardeners today. To them, the research farm provides a unique
opportunity to learn. As the buckets are filled with blueberries, Cline brings out more boxes to transport the berries
to the food bank.
“They are the largest blueberries I’ve ever seen,” Bonzak said. Cline explained that this variety is called
Pinnacle and can grow to the size of a quarter. “It is not widely planted. It’s not a real high yielder (高产品种), but
what it does have is exceptional flavor and size,” he said.
On this 50-acre farm, there are thousands of bushes of different varieties being tested at any time. Cline says
it’s a big effort to find a new variety with the ideal characteristics of climate adaptability, disease resistance, yield,
and flavor. “It takes a lot of time and patience to develop,” he noted.
“Thanks to the help of these volunteers, the blueberries were harvested and transported to food banks,
enriching the tables and diets of low-income families in the local community. These volunteers not only harvest the
fruit but also serve as a bridge, connecting the research outcomes of local farms with the dining tables of local
residents, ensuring that the fruits of scientific progress are shared with those who need them most,” he added.
4．What was Bill Cline doing in Paragraph 2
A．Tasting the new blueberry variety. B．Teaching volunteers on harvesting.
C．Selling blueberries to the customers. D．Studying techniques for growing blueberries.
5．What do we know about the Pinnacle blueberry variety
A．It has a high yield. B．It is widely grown.
C．It has a unique taste. D．It is resistant to disease.
6．How does the research farm benefit the local community
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A．It provides poor families with nutritious food.
B．It attracts visitors and tourists to the local area.
C．It enables residents to learn gardening techniques.
D．It increases residents’ income by selling blueberries.
7．What is the best title of the text
A．The Pinnacle Blueberry Enters the Market
B．Researchers Develop New Blueberry Varieties
C．Master Gardeners Learn About Blueberry Harvesting
D．Volunteers Pick Blueberries on Research Farms for Food Banks
【答案】4．B 5．C 6．A 7．D
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章讲述了北卡罗来纳州一个研究农场的志愿者采摘蓝莓并将其捐赠给当地
食物银行的故事。
4．细节理解题。根据第二段“In the morning about 30 volunteers gathered near a blueberry field to listen to
researcher Bill Cline, who offered the best technique for gathering the fruit. “Attach the bucket so that you have
both hands free to pick. Just cup your hands, roll them off with your thumbs and down into the bucket,” he
instructed.(早上，大约 30 名志愿者聚集在一片蓝莓田附近，听研究员比尔·克莱恩介绍采摘蓝莓的最佳技术。
‘把水桶挂好，这样你就可以腾出双手来摘了。把你的手成杯状，用大拇指把它们滚起来，然后放进桶里，’
他指示道)”可知，在第二段中 Bill Cline 在教授志愿者们采摘蓝莓的最佳技巧。故选 B。
5．细节理解题。根据第五段“It is not widely planted. It’s not a real high yielder (高产品种), but what it does have
is exceptional flavor and size(它没有被广泛种植。它并不是一个真正的高产品种，但它确实有独特的味道和
大小)”可知， Pinnacle 品种的蓝莓没有广泛种植、产量不高、但是有独特的风味的大小。故选 C。
6．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Thanks to the help of these volunteers, the blueberries were harvested and
transported to food banks, enriching the tables and diets of low-income families in the local community.(在这些志
愿者的帮助下，蓝莓被收获并运往食物银行，丰富了当地社区低收入家庭的餐桌和饮食)”可知， 志愿者们
采摘的蓝莓被运送到食物银行， 为当地低收入家庭提供有营养的食物。故选 A。
7．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Thanks to the help of these volunteers, the blueberries were harvested and
transported to food banks, enriching the tables and diets of low-income families in the local community.(在这些志
愿者的帮助下，蓝莓被收获并运往食物银行，丰富了当地社区低收入家庭的餐桌和饮食)”结合文章讲述了志
愿者们在一个研究农场釆摘蓝莓并捐赠给食物银行的故事，因此 D 项“志愿者在研究农场为食物银行采摘蓝
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莓”是最佳标题。故选 D。
Passage（4）
【湖南师范大学附属中学 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月月考】Last year, my husband and I decided to
make our 12-storey building more of a community. We live in a small rented apartment in Park Merced, a large
housing development. I would call us lower-middle-class. A lot of nurses, bus drivers, and tradesmen live here,
many of them 1st or 2nd generation immigrants (移民).
We’re all renters. Renters come and go and tend not to see the buildings they live in as their home. But it can
be done. We started with a monthly two-hour social in the building lobby on the second Fridays of each month.
Some people came, between 15-30 each time. The events lasted two hours, but there wasn’t much to do besides
talking, eating snacks and drinking juice. The socials were nice, but most residents gave them a miss.
Then one day I was on the nearby campus of San Francisco State University. A young man from a social
club for students had a big sign about “Building Community”. I asked him, “How do you do that ” He said they
tried to get people to share something about themselves with at least one other person. That made a lot of sense to
me.
I bought a large world map. At the social, I taped it on the lobby wall with signs that said “Where We’re
From. Put a green sticker where you were born and yellow stickers where your grandparents were born.” People put
up their stickers and looked where other people came from. We left the map up overnight, and the next day,
Saturday, more people played. I planned to leave the map and stickers up for a month or more. They certainly made
the lobby more interesting than the housing project look it usually has.
I see that there will be challenges, but I also know that a strong community will help us live good lives. I
have the time and energy to do this work.
4．What trouble did the author have building a community
A．The community was poor. B．She lacked enough money.
C．Renters had no sense of belonging. D．Her neighbors were all immigrants.
5．How did the author find her earlier events
A．Fruitful. B．Ordinary. C．Inspiring. D．Messy.
6．What did the author do in order to change the socials
A．Sharing friendly stickers. B．Adding foods and drinks.
C．Adopting a sharing game. D．Asking some neighbors for help.
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7．Which of the following best describes the author
A．Insightful and determined. B．Responsible and strict.
C．Demanding and ambitious. D．Knowledgeable and modest.
【答案】4．C 5．B 6．C 7．A
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者和丈夫想让所在的 12 层建筑更有社区氛围，前期活动效果不
佳，后来受启发采用分享游戏改善了情况，逐渐吸引居民参与并提高了大家的归属感。
4．细节理解题。根据第二段中“We’re all renters. Renters come and go and tend not to see the buildings they live
in as their home. (我们都是租客。租客来来去去，往往不把他们居住的建筑当作自己的家)”可知，租客没有
归属感，这是作者建立社区时遇到的麻烦。故选 C 项。
5．推理判断题。根据第二段中“The events lasted two hours, but there wasn’t much to do besides talking, eating
snacks and drinking juice. The socials were nice, but most residents gave them a miss.(活动持续了两个小时，但除
了聊天、吃零食和喝果汁之外，没有什么可做的。社交活动很好，但大多数居民都没有参加)”可推知，作者
认为早期的活动虽然不错，但参与度不高，效果普通。故选 B 项。
6．细节理解题。根据第三段中“He said they tried to get people to share something about themselves with at least
one other person. That made a lot of sense to me. (他说他们试图让人们和至少另一个人分享关于自己的事情。
这对我来说很有意义)”和第四段中“I bought a large world map. At the social, I taped it on the lobby wall with
signs that said ‘Where We’re From. Put a green sticker where you were born and yellow stickers where your
grandparents were born.’ People put up their stickers and looked where other people came from.(我买了一张大的
世界地图。在社交活动上，我把它贴在大厅的墙上，上面写着“我们来自哪里。在你出生的地方贴上绿色的
贴纸，在你祖父母出生的地方贴上黄色的贴纸。”人们张贴自己的贴纸，也会看看其他人来自哪里)”可知，
作者为了改变社交活动，采用了分享游戏，让大家分享自己的出生地信息。故选 C 项。
7．推理判断题。根据第三段中“He said they tried to get people to share something about themselves with at least
one other person. That made a lot of sense to me. (他说他们试图让人们和至少另一个人分享关于自己的事情。
这对我来说很有意义)”可知，作者从年轻人那里获得启发并想出用地图和贴纸让大家分享信息的办法，可看
出作者有洞察力（insightful）；根据最后一段中“I see that there will be challenges, but I also know that a strong
community will help us live good lives. I have the time and energy to do this work. (我知道会有挑战，但我也知道
一个强大的社区会帮助我们过上美好的生活。我有时间和精力做这项工作)”可知，作者面对挑战仍决心做好
建立社区的工作，很有决心（determined）。故选 A 项。
Passage（5）
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【湖南省长沙四大名校 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月月考】Every winter season, I feel a rush of
emotions and memories flood back as I look at the old scarf my mother used to wear. It was a simple woolen scarf,
frayed at the edges and a bit faded in color, but to me, it held a world of meaning.
My mother was a hardworking woman. She would wake up before the crack of dawn to prepare breakfast for
the family, then rush off to her job at the local factory. Despite the long hours and tiring work, she always managed
to come home with a smile on her face, ready to listen to our stories and help us with our homework. I remember
how she would wrap that scarf around her neck on cold mornings, as if it were a shield against the harsh elements.
One Christmas, I decided to save up my pocket money to buy her a new scarf. I spent hours in the store,
carefully choosing one that I thought would match her eyes and bring out the warmth in her smile. When I finally
presented it to her, her eyes lit up like stars. She immediately put it on and proudly showed it off to my father and
siblings, as if it were the most precious gift she had ever received. But even though she had the new scarf, she still
kept the old one, saying that it held too many memories to let go.
As the years passed, the scarf became a symbol of our bond. Whenever I saw it, I would think of the
countless times my mother had comforted me with a hug when I was sad, or cheered me on when I was facing a
challenge. She was my constant support, my rock in the stormy sea of life. Friends would come and go, but my
mother was always there, ready to offer a kind word or a shoulder to cry on.
Now, I am a father with two kids. Whenever the winter winds blow, I take out that old scarf and hold it close
to my heart. It reminds me of my mother's love, unwavering and unconditional. And I realize that the best gifts in
life are not the ones that are bought with money, but the ones that are wrapped in love and memories. Just like my
mother's scarf, which may be worn out and old, but to me, it is a treasure that I will cherish forever.
4．How did the author surprise his mom at Christmas
A．By saving his pocket money. B．By helping with household chores.
C．By taking her on a trip. D．By giving her a new scarf.
5．What does the underlined word “frayed” in paragraph 1 mean
A．Torn. B．Decorated. C．Colorful. D．Soft.
6．What can we infer about the author's mother
A．She lives an economical life. B．She values family and memories.
C．She doesn't like new things. D．She is strict with her children.
7．What is the main idea of the passage
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A．The author's happy childhood.
B．The author's memories of his mother's scarf.
C．The relationship between the author and his mother.
D．The importance of buying proper gifts for parents.
【答案】4．D 5．A 6．B 7．B
【导语】这是一篇记叙文，作者通过一条旧围巾回忆起母亲的爱和勤劳，文章突出了这条围巾所承载的特
殊意义及母子之间的珍贵回忆。
4．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“One Christmas, I decided to save up my pocket money to buy her a new scarf. I
spent hours in the store, carefully choosing one that I thought would match her eyes and bring out the warmth in her
smile. When I finally presented it to her, her eyes lit up like stars.(有一年圣诞节，我决定攒零花钱给她买一条新
围巾。我在店里花了好几个小时，仔细挑选了一件我认为能和她的眼睛相配的衣服，能衬托出她微笑中的
温暖。当我最后把它交给她时，她的眼睛像星星一样亮了起来)”可知，作者通过买了一条新围巾给妈妈一个
惊喜。故选 D。
5．词句猜测题。根据第一段中“Every winter season, I feel a rush of emotions and memories flood back as I look
at the old scarf my mother used to wear. It was a simple woolen scarf, frayed at the edges and a bit faded in color.(
每年冬天，当我看到妈妈曾经戴过的那条旧围巾时，我的感情就会涌起，回忆就会涌上心头。它是一条简
单的羊毛围巾，边缘 frayed，颜色也有些褪色了)”可知，颜色也有些褪色了，所以边缘有些破损。所以“frayed”
指的是边缘“破损的”，选项 A 中的“Torn”意为“破损的”，恰与语境吻合。故选 A。
6．推理判断题。根据文章第三段中“But even though she had the new scarf, she still kept the old one, saying that
it held too many memories to let go.(但是，即使她有了新的围巾，她仍然保留了旧的，因为她说它承载了太多
的回忆无法割舍)”可推知，作者的母亲非常珍视家庭和回忆。故选 B。
7．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Now, I am a father with two kids. Whenever the winter winds blow, I take out that
old scarf and hold it close to my heart. It reminds me of my mother's love, unwavering and unconditional. And I
realize that the best gifts in life are not the ones that are bought with money, but the ones that are wrapped in love
and memories. Just like my mother's scarf, which may be worn out and old, but to me, it is a treasure that I will
cherish forever.(现在，我是两个孩子的父亲。每当冬天刮风的时候，我就拿出那条旧围巾，紧紧地抱在胸前。
这让我想起了我母亲的爱，坚定不移，无条件的。我意识到生活中最好的礼物不是用钱买来的，而是用爱
和回忆包裹着的。就像我妈妈的围巾，它可能会磨损和旧，但对我来说，它是一个宝藏，我会永远珍惜)”
可知，文章通过旧围巾讲述与母亲之间满载爱的回忆，表达对母爱的敬意。全文围绕围巾所承载的母爱记
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忆展开，因此最佳选项为 B“作者对母亲围巾的回忆”。故选 B。
Passage（6）
【江西省吉安市六校协作体 2025 学年高三上学期 1 月联考】Tait’s journey to being a baking kid began
back in2018 when, aged 14, she was struck down by mental illness. With medication and therapy（疗法）, and under
the guidance of parents, Tait began exploring activities that might help her find a path through the daily anxiety
attacks and depression. Gardening, drawing, knitting were among the things she tried. But nothing quite seemed to
last long enough or give her a sense of hope or delight.
A turning point came when his father Alex clipped a simple bread recipe from a magazine. When he read it,
Tait felt excited and got stuck in. The effect was nothing short of magic.
“Baking filled my time and put me in a really calm state, but it also gave me a huge sense of purpose when
all I really felt like was a burden,” she says.
Tait’s newfound zeal rapidly capped her family’s appetite for bread, so she began gifting her bread to lucky
locals in her home town. Word quickly spread and the free bread turned into a paid-for subscription service. Alex
quit his job as a tutor to become his daughter’s business partner, and after opening several successful pop-up stores
（快闪店）, the pair drew on their global social media following to crowd fund a brick-and-mortar store in 2019.
It was an instant success, selling out daily and she wrote a book. However, ensuring long-term viability（生
存能力） would have meant scaling up in a way that neither father nor daughter liked. So instead, after four years
of 5 am starts and 12- hour days, they shut up shop last summer.
Tait has since scaled back to basics, selling her bakes at twice-weekly pop-up store. She runs the Orange
Bakery from a Watlington’s abandoned factory, which is also the center for Breaducating Britain. So far they have
distributed around 40,000 free bread kits through more than 200 different organisations to schools, prisons and
individuals.
24．Why did Tait try painting at first
A．To develop her interest. B．To explore her potentials.
C．To deal with her mental problems. D．To achieve her childhood dream.
25．What does the underlined word “zeal” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A．Fact. B．Passion. C．Aim. D．Element.
26．What happened to Tait after four years of hard work
A．She closed up her shop. B．She expanded her store.
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C．She invested in many organisations. D．She opened several pop-up shops.
27．Which of the following can best describe Tait
A．Modest and sociable. B．Charitable and honest.
C．Talented and hard-working. D．Generous and helpful.
【答案】24．C 25．B 26．A 27．D
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了泰特利用烘焙改变了自己的抑郁状况并把自己烘烤的面包等
免费送给学校、监狱和个人的故事。
24．细节理解题。根据首段中“With medication and therapy, and under the guidance of parents, Tait began
exploring activities that might help her find a path through the daily anxiety attacks and depression. Gardening,
drawing, knitting were among the things she tried.(通过药物和治疗，在父母的指导下，泰特开始探索可能帮助
她找到摆脱日常焦虑症和抑郁症的方法的活动。园艺、绘画、编织都是她尝试过的事情。)”可知泰特尝试绘
画是为了帮助缓解自己每天焦虑和抑郁的情绪。故选 C。
25．词句猜测题。根据第三段““Baking filled my time and put me in a really calm state, but it also gave me a huge
sense of purpose when all I really felt like was a burden,” she says.(“烘焙占据了我的时间，让我处于一种非常平
静的状态，但它也在我觉得有负担的时候给了我一种巨大的使命感，”她说)”可知，泰特开始对烘焙感兴趣，
这让她处于一种非常平静的状态，这说明她喜欢烘焙，结合后划线单词所在句子“Tait’s newfound zeal rapidly
capped her family’s appetite for bread, so she began gifting her bread to lucky locals in her home town.(泰特新发
现的 zeal 很快限制了她家人对面包的胃口，因此她开始将面包赠送给家乡的幸运当地人。)”可知，她喜欢做
面包，不仅做给家人还赠送给别人，由此可知，烘焙是她新发现的喜欢的事，即她对烘焙充满热情，由此
可知，划线单词意为“热情”。与 passion 同义。故选 B。
26．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“So instead, after four years of 5 am starts and 12-hour days, they shut up
shop last summer.(因此，在四年早上 5 点开始工作、每天工作 12 小时之后，他们在去年夏天关门了)”可知，
在四年后泰特关闭了他们的面包店。故选 A。
27．推理判断题。根据末段内容“Tait has since scaled back to basics, selling her bakes at twice-weekly pop-up
store. She runs the Orange Bakery from a Watlington’s abandoned factory, which is also the center for
Breaducating Britain. So far they have distributed around 40,000 free bread kits through more than 200 different
organisations to schools, prisons and individuals.(此后，泰特开始回归基本生活，在每周两次的快闪店里出售
她的烘焙食品。她在沃特灵顿的一家废弃工厂经营橙色面包店，该工厂也是英国面包教育的中心。到目前
为止，他们已通过 200 多个不同组织向学校、监狱和个人分发了约 40000 个免费面包)”可知，泰特把面包
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送给学校、监狱等地方，因此推断她是慷慨并且爱帮助他人的。故选 D。
Passage（7）
【江西省九江市十校联考 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月月考】When Chen Dan gazed upon the Pyramid
of Khafre and the Great Sphinx, she felt the pages of history textbooks come to life.
In the Sahara, she enjoyed a peaceful and secluded afternoon, riding in a vehicle at high speeds through the
desert known as dune enjoying the sunset, disconnecting from the world as her mobile phone had no signal. These
are unforgettable memories from her 15-day journey across Egypt with her friends in March. “I’ m most impressed
by Egyptian hospitality,” says the 32-year-old traveler from Hefei, Anhui province.
During the trip, she rubbed elbows with the locals. A group of youngsters struck up conversations, took
photos and waved goodbye as they parted ways on opposite sides of the road. At a pastry shop, kind strangers
offered to translate the menu when they noticed the group’s difficulty in reading it.
Like Chen, more Chinese tourists are traveling to Egypt to explore the mysterious pyramids, temples,
museums and the Nile River. The number of Chinese visitors to Egypt was 265,000 from January to September, an
increase of 65 percent compared to the same period last year.
Amr El-Kady, CEO of the Egyptian Tourism Authority, estimates that the country will receive over 300,000
Chinese tourists by the end of this year, aiming for over 15 million global visitors. The tourism bureau will
continue to strengthen cooperation with Chinese authorities and tourism operators. They will participate in tourism
fairs in China and enhance their marketing strategies through conferences and seminars.
“Tourism acts as a vital bridge, fostering cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between the two
countries,” says Sherif Fathy, Egypt’s minister of tourism and antiquities (古迹). He recently attended the China
Outbound Travel & Tourism Market 2024 in Beijing.
He says that as one of the countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative, Egypt views China as a key
partner in businesses such as tourism. Egypt has released a series of initiatives and measures to attract more
Chinese tourists.
4．What does the underlined word in paragraph 2 mean
A．undisturbed B．tough C．disappointed D．entertaining
5．What is the Egyptian’s attitude to Chen
A．Indifferent B．Distant C．Sensitive D．Enthusiastic
6．Why will the Egyptian tourism bureau participate in tourism fairs in China
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A．They want to sell more souvenirs to Chinese people.
B．They want to attract more Chinese to visit Egypt.
C．They hope more Egyptians will visit China.
D．They hope to learn more marketing strategies.
7．Which of the following might be the best title of the article
A．Chinese Tourists Experience Ancient Egypt Coming to Life
B．Chinese Tourists Flooding into the World’s Destinations
C．Egyptians Present Hospitality to Visiting Tourists.
D．Egypt is Making Full Efforts to Develop its Tourism.
【答案】4．A 5．D 6．B 7．A
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。本文主要讲述中国游客到埃及旅游并受到热情欢迎，体验到埃及古老文化。
4．词句猜测题。根据划线词后文“disconnecting from the world as her mobile phone had no signal(因为她的手
机没有信号而与世界隔绝)”可知，因为她的手机没有信号，她与世界隔绝，说明是一个不受打扰、与世隔绝
的下午，故划线词意思是“为与世隔绝的，不受打扰的”，故选 A。
5．推理判断题。根据第三段“During the trip, she rubbed elbows with the locals. A group of youngsters struck up
conversations, took photos and waved goodbye as they parted ways on opposite sides of the road. At a pastry shop,
kind strangers offered to translate the menu when they noticed the group’s difficulty in reading it.(在旅行中，她与
当地人有了接触。一群年轻人开始交谈，拍照，挥手告别，他们分别在道路的两边。在一家糕点店，好心
的陌生人注意到这群人看不懂菜单，于是主动提出帮他们翻译)”可知，埃及人对来自中国的陈丹很热情。故
选 D。
6．细节理解题。根据第五段“Amr El-Kady, CEO of the Egyptian Tourism Authority, estimates that the country
will receive over 300,000 Chinese tourists by the end of this year, aiming for over 15 million global visitors. The
tourism bureau will continue to strengthen cooperation with Chinese authorities and tourism operators. They will
participate in tourism fairs in China and enhance their marketing strategies through conferences and seminars.(埃及
旅游局首席执行官 Amr El Kady 估计，到今年年底，该国将接待 30 多万中国游客，目标是吸引 1500 多万全
球游客。旅游局将继续加强与中国有关部门和旅游运营商的合作。他们将参加中国的旅游博览会，并通过
会议和研讨会加强他们的营销策略)”可知，埃及旅游部门参加中国旅游博览会是为了吸引更多中国游客到埃
及旅游。故选 B。
7．主旨大意题。根据第四段“Like Chen, more Chinese tourists are traveling to Egypt to explore the mysterious
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pyramids, temples, museums and the Nile River. The number of Chinese visitors to Egypt was 265,000 from
January to September, an increase of 65 percent compared to the same period last year.(像陈丹一样，越来越多的
中国游客前往埃及探索神秘的金字塔、寺庙、博物馆和尼罗河。今年 1 月至 9 月，中国赴埃及游客达 26.5
万人次，同比增长 65%)”结合本文主要讲述中国游客到埃及旅游并受到热情欢迎，体验到埃及古老文化。A
选项“中国游客体验古埃及”符合本文主旨也能引起读者阅读兴趣。故选 A。
Passage（8）
【浙江省诸暨市牌头中学等多校 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月适应性考试】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.
4．Why did Erin start her own coffee company
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A．To make a living. B．To help those in need.
C．To showcase her abilities. D．To promote Braille education.
5．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.
6．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.
7．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】4．C 5．D 6．C 7．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。
4．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。
5．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。
6．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
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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。
7．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。
Passage（1）
【2024 浙江 1 月卷】When was the last time you used a telephone box I mean to make an actual phone call
— not to shelter from the rain. Ages ago right The last time I used a phone box for its intended purpose was…
2006. I was conducting auditions (试演) for my play in my tiny old shared house in London. Hoping to impress
some talented actors to come and work for me for nothing, I spread some throws over the sofas and lit candles to
make it seem a bit more ”young professional”.
As I rushed outdoors to empty the wastepaper baskets, the door swung shut behind me. Suddenly I was locked
outside. My mobile phone was inside, but luckily there was a telephone box across the street. So, I called Directory
Assistance, got put through to our landlady’s managing agent, and had a spare key sent to me with just enough time
to get back in before the actors arrived.
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As it has been many years since I last used one, I should hardly be surprised that then are no longer any public
telephones near my house. The last one standing has just been turn into a “mini community library”: any passer-by
can “borrow” a book from its shelves return it later, or replace it with another title from their own collection.
For a few months after the “library” opened, I didn’t bother taking a look, as I had assumed that it would be
stuffed full of cheese love stories. Then I noticed fork conducting spring cleans dropping boxes of voluminous
books on various subjects there. And these books were free. This unbeatable price-point encouraged me to
experiment with dozens of titles that I would never normally consider buying. And I’ve discovered some great
books!
If I ever get trapped outside my house again, my local telephone box will, sadly no longer be able to connect
me with my keys. But it can certainly keep me entertained while I wait for my wife to rescue me.
4. What does the underlined word “it” in the first paragraph refer to
A. The play. B. The shared house.
C. The sofa. D. The telephone box.
5. Why did the author use the telephone box in 2006
A. To place an urgent call. B. To put up a notice.
C. To shelter from the rain. D. To hold an audition.
6. What do we know about the “mini community library”
A. It provides phone service for free. B. Anyone can contribute to its collection.
C. It is popular among young readers. D. Books must be returned within a month.
7. Why did the author start to use the “library”
A. He wanted to borrow some love stories.
B. He was encouraged by a close neighbour.
C. He found there were excellent free books.
D. He thought it was an ideal place for reading.
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. B 7. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。随着手机的普及，电话亭渐渐地被人们遗忘，作者家附近的最后一个电话亭被
改造成了“迷你图书馆”，作者偶然发现那里有很多不错的免费书籍，这让作者觉得很棒。
【4 题详解】
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词句猜测题。根据第一段第五句“I was conducting auditions (试演) for my play in my tiny old shared house in
London.(我当时在伦敦我那狭小的合租房子里为我的剧本进行试演。)”可知，此处是指使“我”的合租房
看起来更“年轻专业”一点，所以 it 代指“合租房”。故选 B。
【5 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段第四句“So, I called Directory Assistance, got put through to our landlady’s managing
agent, and had a spare key sent to me with just enough time to get back in before the actors arrived.(所以，我打电
话给电话查号台，接通了女房东的经纪人，他们给了我一把备用钥匙，刚好来得及在演员们到来之前回去。
)”可知，作者在 2006 年使用电话亭是为了拨打紧急电话。故选 A。
【6 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段第二句“The last one standing has just been turn into a “mini community library”: any
passer-by can “borrow” a book from its shelves return it later, or replace it with another title from their own
collection.(最后一个被改造成了一个“迷你社区图书馆”：任何路过的人都可以从它的书架上“借”书，以
后还回来，或者用自己收藏的另一本书来替换。)”可知，任何人都可以为“迷你社区图书馆”的捐赠图书。
故选 B。
【7 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段最后四句“Then I noticed fork conducting spring cleans dropping boxes of voluminous
books on various subjects there. And these books were free. This unbeatable price-point encouraged me to
experiment with dozens of titles that I would never normally consider buying. And I’ve discovered some great
books!(然后我注意到福克正在进行春季大扫除，把各种主题的大书一箱箱地扔到那里。而且这些书是免费
的。这个无与伦比的价格点鼓励我尝试许多我通常不会考虑购买的标题。我还发现了一些很棒的书！)”可
知，作者发现“迷你图书馆”里有很多免费的很棒的书，所以开始使用。故选 C。
Passage（2）
【2023 年新高考全国Ⅰ卷】When John Todd was a child, he loved to explore the woods around his house,
observing how nature solved problems. A ditry stream, for example, often became clear after flowing through
plants and along rocks where tiny creatures lived. When he got older, John started to wonder if this process could
be used to clean up the messes people were making.
After studying agriculture, medicine, and fisheries in college, John went back to observing nature and asking
questions. Why can certain plants trap harmful bacteria (细菌) Which kinds of fish can eat cancer-causing
chemicals With the right combination of animals and plants, he figured, maybe he could clean up waste the way
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nature did. He decided to build what he would later call an eco-machine.
The task John set for himself was to remove harmful substances from some sludge (污泥). First, he
constructed a series of clear fiberglass tanks connected to each other. Then he went around to local ponds and
streams and brought back some plants and animals. He placed them in the tanks and waited. Little by little, these
different kinds of life got used to one another and formed their own ecosystem. After a few weeks, John added the
sludge.
He was amazed at the results. The plants and animals in the eco-machine took the sludge as food and began to
eat it! Within weeks, it had all been digested, and all that was left was pure water.
Over the years John has taken on many big jobs. He developed a greenhouse-like facility that treated sewage
(污水) from 1,600 homes in South Burlington. He also designed an eco-machine to clean canal water in Fuzhou, a
city in southeast China.
“Ecological design” is the name John gives to what he does. “Life on Earth is kind of a box of spare parts for
the inventor,” he says. “You put organisms in new relationships and observe what’s happening. Then you let these
new systems develop their own ways to self-repair.”
4. What can we learn about John from the first two paragraphs
A. He was fond of traveling. B. He enjoyed being alone.
C. He had an inquiring mind. D. He longed to be a doctor.
5. Why did John put the sludge into the tanks
A. To feed the animals. B. To build an ecosystem.
C. To protect the plants. D. To test the eco-machine.
6. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Fuzhou
A. To review John’s research plans. B. To show an application of John’s idea.
C. To compare John’s different jobs. D. To erase doubts about John’s invention.
7. What is the basis for John’s work
A. Nature can repair itself. B. Organisms need water to survive.
C. Life on Earth is diverse. D. Most tiny creatures live in groups.
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. B 7. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了 John Todd 从小就很爱思考且好学，他建造了一个生态机器，利用自
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然可以自我修复的原理来净化污水。
【4 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“When John Todd was a child, he loved to explore the woods around his house,
observing how nature solved problems. A ditry stream, for example, often became clear after flowing through
plants and along rocks where tiny creatures lived. When he got older, John started to wonder if this process could
be used to clean up the messes people were making.(当约翰·托德还是个孩子的时候，他喜欢探索房子周围的
树林，观察大自然是如何解决问题的。例如，一条肮脏的小溪流经植物和微小生物居住的岩石后，往往变
得清澈。长大后，约翰开始思考这个过程是否可以用来清理人们制造的混乱)”以及第二段“After studying
agriculture, medicine, and fisheries in college, John went back to observing nature and asking questions. Why can
certain plants trap harmful bacteria (细菌) Which kinds of fish can eat cancer-causing chemicals (在大学学习了
农业、医学和渔业之后，约翰又回到了观察自然和提出问题的生活中。为什么某些植物能捕获有害细菌？
哪些鱼类会食用致癌化学物质？)”可知，约翰聪颖好学、好奇心很强。故选 C。
【5 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“After a few weeks, John added the sludge.(几个星期后，约翰把污泥加了进去)”以
及倒数第三段“He was amazed at the results. The plants and animals in the eco-machine took the sludge as food
and began to eat it! Within weeks, it had all been digested, and all that was left was pure water.(他对结果感到惊讶。
生态机器里的动植物把污泥当成了食物，开始吃起来！几周之内，它就被消化了，只剩下纯净水)”可知，
约翰把污泥放进罐子里为了测试生态机器。故选 D。
【6 题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Over the years, John has taken on many big jobs. He developed a greenhouse-like
facility that treated sewage (污水) from 1,600 homes in South Burlington. He also designed an eco-machine to
clean canal water in Fuzhou, a city in southeast China.(这些年来，约翰承担了许多重大工作。他开发了一个类
似温室的设施，可以处理来自南伯灵顿 1600 户家庭的污水。他还设计了一种生态机器来清洁中国东南部城
市福州的运河水)”可推知，作者提到福州的目的是展示约翰想法的应用。故选 B。
【7 题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“You put organisms in new relationships and observe what’s happening. Then you let
these new systems develop their own ways to self-repair.(你把生物体放在新的关系中，观察会发生什么。然后
让这些新系统自行发展自我修复的方式)”可知，约翰工作的基础是自然可以自我修复。故选 A。
Passage（3）
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【2023 年新高考全国Ⅱ卷】Turning soil, pulling weeds, and harvesting cabbage sound like tough work for
middle and high school kids. And at first it is, says Abby Jaramillo, who with another teacher started Urban Sprouts,
a school garden program at four low-income schools. The program aims to help students develop science skills,
environmental awareness, and healthy lifestyles.
Jaramillo’s students live in neighborhoods where fresh food and green space are not easy to find and fast food
restaurants outnumber grocery stores. “The kids literally come to school with bags of snacks and large bottles of
soft drinks,” she says. “They come to us thinking vegetables are awful, dirt is awful, insects are awful.” Though
some are initially scared of the insects and turned off by the dirt, most are eager to try something new.
Urban Sprouts’ classes, at two middle schools and two high schools, incl大题 02 阅读理解记叙文/新闻报道
历年考情
记叙文类文章描述的是一件具体事情的发生、发展和结局，通常有时间、地点、人物、事件等。有些
文章是按事件发展的经过为主线叙述的，在叙述的过程中有详有略；有些文章是按时间的顺序叙述
的，有顺叙、倒叙等。从总体上来讲，文章的难度通常不大，在阅读过程中，我们一直在某个线索的
引导下，随着作者的思路去了解一个故事或一件事情的始末，因此会感到比较轻松。
命题规律
阅读理解记叙文/新闻报道常见的有细节理解、词义猜测、主旨大意、推理判断、作者意图等题型。除了推
论或词义辨识题，记叙文命题的顺序一般都会按照文章的脉络和故事发展的顺序层层推进，否则就会觉得
别扭，逻辑不通。同时，记叙文需要事件的发展过程作支撑，一半以上的题目都会用来检测考生对故事的
了解，因此，我们必须弄明白整件事情的发展脉络。而其余像主旨大意、作者意图之类的题目，则取决于
文章的落句，集中考查对作者所发的感触的理解。
考向预测
预测 2025 年高考记叙文阅读理解试题难度会保持相对稳定，但会继续考查细节理解题、推理判断题主
旨大意题和词义猜测题等题型。
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【2024 新课标Ⅰ卷】“I am not crazy,” says Dr. William Farber, shortly after performing acupuncture (针灸)
on a rabbit. “I am ahead of my time.” If he seems a little defensive, it might be because even some of his coworkers
occasionally laugh at his unusual methods. But Farber is certain he’ll have the last laugh. He’s one of a small but
growing number of American veterinarians (兽 医 ) now practicing “holistic” medicine-combining traditional
Western treatments with acupuncture, chiropractic (按摩疗法) and herbal medicine.
Farber, a graduate of Colorado State University, started out as a more conventional veterinarian. He became
interested in alternative treatments 20 years ago when he suffered from terrible back pain. He tried muscle-relaxing
drugs but found little relief. Then he tried acupuncture, an ancient Chinese practice, and was amazed that he
improved after two or three treatments. What worked on a veterinarian seemed likely to work on his patients. So,
after studying the techniques for a couple of years, he began offering them to pets.
Leigh Tindale’s dog Charlie had a serious heart condition. After Charlie had a heart attack, Tindale says, she
was prepared to put him to sleep, but Farber’s treatments eased her dog’s suffering so much that she was able to
keep him alive for an additional five months. And Priscilla Dewing reports that her horse, Nappy, “moves more
easily and rides more comfortably” after a chiropractic adjustment.
Farber is certain that the holistic approach will grow more popular with time, and if the past is any indication,
he may be right: Since 1982, membership in the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association has grown from
30 to over 700. “Sometimes it surprises me that it works so well,” he says. “I will do anything to help an animal.
That’s my job.”
24. What do some of Farber’s coworkers think of him
A. He’s odd. B. He’s strict. C. He’s brave. D. He’s rude.
25. Why did Farber decide to try acupuncture on pets
A. He was trained in it at university. B. He was inspired by another veterinarian.
C. He benefited from it as a patient. D. He wanted to save money for pet owners.
26. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. Steps of a chiropractic treatment. B. The complexity of veterinarians’ work.
C. Examples of rare animal diseases. D. The effectiveness of holistic medicine.
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27. Why does the author mention the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
A. To prove Farber’s point. B. To emphasize its importance.
C. To praise veterinarians. D. To advocate animal protection.
1.关注细节
记叙文中有大量的事件发展过程中的细节，包括记叙文的 5W（what, who, when, where, why）要素。因
此我们作答细节题的时候，就没有那么复杂，一般只需要由前到后，从上到下，一题一题地做就可以了。
2.注重联系
在做题过程中，我们大都不能在文中找到与题干一字不差的词语或句子。这时我们需要认真研究问题，
抓住题干中的关键词语，然后到文中准确地找到与之相关的语句，或是疑似语句的位置，接着去左顾，或
右盼，在前句或后句寻找线索。
3.读懂表象
如前所述，主旨大意题或推理判断、作者意图题等实际上是同一类型的问题，或者说是可用同种方法解
答的题型。在解答此类题目的时候，不可被题干的表象所迷惑，要像剥洋葱一样，一层一层地剥；在四个
可选项中，一个一个地去证实，去排除。
4.挖掘意义
每年的高考阅读题中，特别是记叙文的阅读题，都会出现一至两道词义猜测题。而这些
词汇往往是你素昧平生的，或者和你有点头之交，在文中却另有新意的，总之，猜的是那
些在高考词汇表要求之外的词汇。小小的一个词，一个短语，考核的不是你的语法的熟练
程度，也不是你的记忆力，而是你对文章通篇或者一个段落的整体把握和变通能力。
【2025 届河南省郑州市中原区郑州中学高三上学期 12 月模拟预测】My mother, who wasn’t good at
driving and using technology, planned to drive for Uber, an online platform that provides ride-hailing (打 车 )
services.
One day on her way home from grocery shopping, she turned on the app, which matched her quickly with a
rider named Matthew. As she made her way toward him, the panic seized her — the silent navigation (导航), the
distracting screen and the swipe/ tap confusion. It was just too much. Naturally, she turned off her phone. She did
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not cancel the ride, nor did she contact him to explain. She turned her car and raced toward home.
A few minutes later, Mom turned on her phone to check her text messages. She had several missed calls
from Matthew, who had been watching her on his screen and had seen her drive in the opposite direction for the
past five minutes.
Matthew called again. She hesitated, and then picked up the phone. “Why are you driving in the opposite
direction ” he asked. “Listen,” she explained. “This is my first time with Uber, and I don’t know how to use it.”
Then Mom found the destination and Matthew got in the car. Matthew was a handsome man in his early
thirties with a kind face. Mom told Matthew he would need to manage the technology if he wanted to arrive on time.
“So, start the trip,” she requested and tossed her phone to Matthew. He was glad of service. They laughed,
talked and eventually arrived at Yorkdale — although at the wrong entrance.
“I’m sorry,” she said. “It’s OK,” laughed Matthew. “Everyone is a beginner at some point.” He ended the
trip, returned her phone and started to climb out of the car.
“Matthew,” she called from her window, “you’d better not rate me one star.” “I’m rating you five right now!”
he said and he really did.
Matthew disappeared into the mall, smiling. She smiled, too, proud that her first ride was such a success.
24．Why did the author’s mother turn off her phone
A．She was at a loss what to do then.
B．She had difficulty in finding Matthew.
C．She couldn’t get in touch with Matthew.
D．She had something urgent to deal with.
25．What did Matthew do before he met the author’s mother
A．He canceled the order. B．He followed her car home.
C．He issued a warning. D．He phoned her several times.
26．What can we learn about the author’s mother and Mattew’s trip
A．It took shorter than usual. B．It led to a lasting friendship.
C．They had a great time during it. D．They didn’t get along well during it.
27．Which of the following words can best describe Matthew
A．Humorous. B．Understanding. C．Intelligent. D．Responsible.
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Passage（1）
【安徽省合肥市第一中学 2024-2025 学年高三上学期 12 月阶段性诊断检测】In the bustling city of
Shanghai, a unique café is set to open its doors. Unlike any other, this café operates in complete darkness, offering
a sensory experience like no other. It is staffed by baristas who are visually impaired, with a mission to raise
awareness about the challenges they face and the strength they possess.
Upon entering, customers are greeted with walking sticks to navigate the dark interior. For the next few
minutes, the world fades away, and one must rely on senses other than sight to savor the coffee. “Feel the long table
with your hands,” instructs a guide, “and find your seat on the bench.”
The coffee itself is a journey of taste and memory. “Does it remind you of white rabbit candy ” asks a
barista, referring to a popular Chinese sweet. The answer is often a delighted “Yes,” as the familiar flavor sparks a
connection.
One of the baristas, Zhang Zhiwen, lost her vision at 28 due to an accident. It was a devastating blow, but her
father’s question, “Can you see that trash can in front of you ”sparked a change. With determination, she identified
the object, and her father’s response, “Exactly. Since you can see, I’ll take you around the world,” marked the
beginning of a new chapter in her life. Along with five other visually impaired baristas, she has turned her life
around and now runs the café. Their stories are unique, yet they share a common goal: to make others understand
the world through their eyes.
Chen Siying another barista, expresses the café’s purpose: “We want our customers to experience what we
feel. Our lives are a reflection of what you’ll find inside the café. We aim to share the experiences of visually
impaired individuals.”
Chen Tong, a visitor, reflects on the experience: “In this room, sight is irrelevant. You engage with the world
through hearing, touching, smelling, and tasting. It’s a reminder of the challenges faced by the visually impaired.”
The café is scheduled to open on Wednesday, December 4th. For those interested in this extraordinary
experience, reservations can be made online.
4．What did Zhang Zhiwen’s father do to inspire her after she lost her vision
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A．He took her on a trip around the world.
B．He introduced her to a new hobby to distract her from her loss.
C．He bought her a special coffee to cheer her up.
D．He asked her if she could see a trash can, reminding her of her remaining sight.
5．What does Chen Siying want customers to understand through their experience at the café
A．The importance of sight in daily life.
B．The joy of working with visually impaired baristas.
C．The challenges faced by the visually impaired.
D．The variety of coffee flavors available.
6．What can be inferred about the visitors’ experience at the café
A．They are likely to feel uncomfortable and disoriented.
B．They will gain a new appreciation for the senses other than sight.
C．They will become experts in making coffee in the dark.
D．They will feel pity for the visually impaired baristas.
7．What is the main message conveyed by the article about the café
A．The café is a place for visually impaired individuals to so wait.
B．The café is a platform to educate the public about visual impairment.
C．The café is a business venture that employs visually impaired individuals.
D．The café is a unique place for, coffee enthusiasts to-try new flavors.
Passage（2）
【 广东省红岭中学 2024-2025 学年高三下学期第五次统一考试】Life had always been about action for
former teacher Billy Keenan, who had served in the Army before. He mastered musical instruments including the
flute, guitar, bass guitar and piano. As a competitive triathlete and surfer, he completed numerous 5K, 10K and
half-marathon runs. “I was at the peak of my powers,” he said.
But on Sept. 14, 2013, his life changed in an instant while surfing at the Jersey Shore. “I rode that wave, fell
off my board, hit my head on the ocean floor,” Keenan said. “Everything faded to black.” Keenan woke up in a
hospital room two and a half weeks later. He had been paralyzed (瘫 痪 的 ) from the shoulders down and the
medical team didn’t expect him to regain independent breathing.
Keenan called it one of the worst days of his life, saying it was “a lot of darkness.” When a parent of a
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former student visited him at the hospital, they handed him the phone. It was New York Police Department
Detective Steven McDonald, who survived a shooting in 1986. He eventually forgave his attacker. But he too was
paralyzed. He became a public speaker, preaching the importance of forgiveness.
That day, he had advice for Keenan. At a recent talk at Berkeley College, Keenan recalled what McDonald
had told him. “The only reason you survive is when you’re better, when you’re stronger, when your rehab is over,
you’re going to come back and contribute in a significant way,” he said. “Don’t ever forget that in the end, there
will be life.”
Looking back on his life, Keenan realized he had been accustomed to what he called “deliberate discomfort.”
Drawing on his own faith and that reminder from McDonald, Keenan overcame the odds. Four months after his
accident, he was able to breathe on his own again.
In 2015, Keenan went back to teaching, but later retired. When McDonald died in January 2017, Keenan
decided to start helping others by becoming a motivational speaker. He published an autobiography in 2023 —
“The Road to Resilience: The Billy Keenan Story” — and is already working on his next book, a new
coming-of-age story called “I Am Iron Man.”
4．What is the purpose of the first paragraph
A．To introduce Keenan’s basic situations before injury.
B．To make a contrast to indicate Keenan’s later terrible situation.
C．To inform the readers that Keenan stood out with talent and skill.
D．To indicate why Keenan was eventually injured.
5．What do we know about Keenan after his injury
A．He was paralyzed all over his body.
B．He came back to consciousness after three weeks.
C．He was expected to breathe independently soon by his medical team.
D．He had used to accept paralysis and sufferings to be his fate.
6．What does the underlined word “rehab” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A．Regret. B．Reflection.
C．Recovery. D．Rescue.
7．What message is mainly conveyed by Keenan’s story
A．Life is never easy for those who dream.
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B．What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.
C．Helping others is the way we help ourselves.
D．Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.
Passage（3）
【河北省沧衡名校联盟 2024-2025 学年高三下学期开学考试】In rural North Carolina, a research farm
grows new blueberry varieties for gardeners and farmers alike. And the berries — well, they have to be harvested.
In the morning about 30 volunteers gathered near a blueberry field to listen to researcher Bill Cline, who
offered the best technique for gathering the fruit. “Attach the bucket so that you have both hands free to pick. Just
cup your hands, roll them off with your thumbs and down into the bucket,” he instructed.
This research farm is part of North Carolina State University, and the fruit isn’t sold. It’s donated, and these
volunteers are here to help. “And you might get to take a blueberry or two home at the end of the deal, and we
really appreciate your being out here,” Cline told the volunteers.
Bonzak is one of a group of volunteer gardeners today. To them, the research farm provides a unique
opportunity to learn. As the buckets are filled with blueberries, Cline brings out more boxes to transport the berries
to the food bank.
“They are the largest blueberries I’ve ever seen,” Bonzak said. Cline explained that this variety is called
Pinnacle and can grow to the size of a quarter. “It is not widely planted. It’s not a real high yielder (高产品种), but
what it does have is exceptional flavor and size,” he said.
On this 50-acre farm, there are thousands of bushes of different varieties being tested at any time. Cline says
it’s a big effort to find a new variety with the ideal characteristics of climate adaptability, disease resistance, yield,
and flavor. “It takes a lot of time and patience to develop,” he noted.
“Thanks to the help of these volunteers, the blueberries were harvested and transported to food banks,
enriching the tables and diets of low-income families in the local community. These volunteers not only harvest the
fruit but also serve as a bridge, connecting the research outcomes of local farms with the dining tables of local
residents, ensuring that the fruits of scientific progress are shared with those who need them most,” he added.
4．What was Bill Cline doing in Paragraph 2
A．Tasting the new blueberry variety. B．Teaching volunteers on harvesting.
C．Selling blueberries to the customers. D．Studying techniques for growing blueberries.
5．What do we know about the Pinnacle blueberry variety
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A．It has a high yield. B．It is widely grown.
C．It has a unique taste. D．It is resistant to disease.
6．How does the research farm benefit the local community
A．It provides poor families with nutritious food.
B．It attracts visitors and tourists to the local area.
C．It enables residents to learn gardening techniques.
D．It increases residents’ income by selling blueberries.
7．What is the best title of the text
A．The Pinnacle Blueberry Enters the Market
B．Researchers Develop New Blueberry Varieties
C．Master Gardeners Learn About Blueberry Harvesting
D．Volunteers Pick Blueberries on Research Farms for Food Banks
Passage（4）
【湖南师范大学附属中学 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月月考】Last year, my husband and I decided to
make our 12-storey building more of a community. We live in a small rented apartment in Park Merced, a large
housing development. I would call us lower-middle-class. A lot of nurses, bus drivers, and tradesmen live here,
many of them 1st or 2nd generation immigrants (移民).
We’re all renters. Renters come and go and tend not to see the buildings they live in as their home. But it can
be done. We started with a monthly two-hour social in the building lobby on the second Fridays of each month.
Some people came, between 15-30 each time. The events lasted two hours, but there wasn’t much to do besides
talking, eating snacks and drinking juice. The socials were nice, but most residents gave them a miss.
Then one day I was on the nearby campus of San Francisco State University. A young man from a social
club for students had a big sign about “Building Community”. I asked him, “How do you do that ” He said they
tried to get people to share something about themselves with at least one other person. That made a lot of sense to
me.
I bought a large world map. At the social, I taped it on the lobby wall with signs that said “Where We’re
From. Put a green sticker where you were born and yellow stickers where your grandparents were born.” People put
up their stickers and looked where other people came from. We left the map up overnight, and the next day,
Saturday, more people played. I planned to leave the map and stickers up for a month or more. They certainly made
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the lobby more interesting than the housing project look it usually has.
I see that there will be challenges, but I also know that a strong community will help us live good lives. I
have the time and energy to do this work.
4．What trouble did the author have building a community
A．The community was poor. B．She lacked enough money.
C．Renters had no sense of belonging. D．Her neighbors were all immigrants.
5．How did the author find her earlier events
A．Fruitful. B．Ordinary. C．Inspiring. D．Messy.
6．What did the author do in order to change the socials
A．Sharing friendly stickers. B．Adding foods and drinks.
C．Adopting a sharing game. D．Asking some neighbors for help.
7．Which of the following best describes the author
A．Insightful and determined. B．Responsible and strict.
C．Demanding and ambitious. D．Knowledgeable and modest.
Passage（5）
【湖南省长沙四大名校 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月月考】Every winter season, I feel a rush of
emotions and memories flood back as I look at the old scarf my mother used to wear. It was a simple woolen scarf,
frayed at the edges and a bit faded in color, but to me, it held a world of meaning.
My mother was a hardworking woman. She would wake up before the crack of dawn to prepare breakfast for
the family, then rush off to her job at the local factory. Despite the long hours and tiring work, she always managed
to come home with a smile on her face, ready to listen to our stories and help us with our homework. I remember
how she would wrap that scarf around her neck on cold mornings, as if it were a shield against the harsh elements.
One Christmas, I decided to save up my pocket money to buy her a new scarf. I spent hours in the store,
carefully choosing one that I thought would match her eyes and bring out the warmth in her smile. When I finally
presented it to her, her eyes lit up like stars. She immediately put it on and proudly showed it off to my father and
siblings, as if it were the most precious gift she had ever received. But even though she had the new scarf, she still
kept the old one, saying that it held too many memories to let go.
As the years passed, the scarf became a symbol of our bond. Whenever I saw it, I would think of the
countless times my mother had comforted me with a hug when I was sad, or cheered me on when I was facing a
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challenge. She was my constant support, my rock in the stormy sea of life. Friends would come and go, but my
mother was always there, ready to offer a kind word or a shoulder to cry on.
Now, I am a father with two kids. Whenever the winter winds blow, I take out that old scarf and hold it close
to my heart. It reminds me of my mother's love, unwavering and unconditional. And I realize that the best gifts in
life are not the ones that are bought with money, but the ones that are wrapped in love and memories. Just like my
mother's scarf, which may be worn out and old, but to me, it is a treasure that I will cherish forever.
4．How did the author surprise his mom at Christmas
A．By saving his pocket money. B．By helping with household chores.
C．By taking her on a trip. D．By giving her a new scarf.
5．What does the underlined word “frayed” in paragraph 1 mean
A．Torn. B．Decorated. C．Colorful. D．Soft.
6．What can we infer about the author's mother
A．She lives an economical life. B．She values family and memories.
C．She doesn't like new things. D．She is strict with her children.
7．What is the main idea of the passage
A．The author's happy childhood.
B．The author's memories of his mother's scarf.
C．The relationship between the author and his mother.
D．The importance of buying proper gifts for parents.
Passage（6）
【江西省吉安市六校协作体 2025 学年高三上学期 1 月联考】Tait’s journey to being a baking kid began
back in2018 when, aged 14, she was struck down by mental illness. With medication and therapy（疗法）, and under
the guidance of parents, Tait began exploring activities that might help her find a path through the daily anxiety
attacks and depression. Gardening, drawing, knitting were among the things she tried. But nothing quite seemed to
last long enough or give her a sense of hope or delight.
A turning point came when his father Alex clipped a simple bread recipe from a magazine. When he read it,
Tait felt excited and got stuck in. The effect was nothing short of magic.
“Baking filled my time and put me in a really calm state, but it also gave me a huge sense of purpose when
all I really felt like was a burden,” she says.
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Tait’s newfound zeal rapidly capped her family’s appetite for bread, so she began gifting her bread to lucky
locals in her home town. Word quickly spread and the free bread turned into a paid-for subscription service. Alex
quit his job as a tutor to become his daughter’s business partner, and after opening several successful pop-up stores
（快闪店）, the pair drew on their global social media following to crowd fund a brick-and-mortar store in 2019.
It was an instant success, selling out daily and she wrote a book. However, ensuring long-term viability（生
存能力） would have meant scaling up in a way that neither father nor daughter liked. So instead, after four years
of 5 am starts and 12- hour days, they shut up shop last summer.
Tait has since scaled back to basics, selling her bakes at twice-weekly pop-up store. She runs the Orange
Bakery from a Watlington’s abandoned factory, which is also the center for Breaducating Britain. So far they have
distributed around 40,000 free bread kits through more than 200 different organisations to schools, prisons and
individuals.
24．Why did Tait try painting at first
A．To develop her interest. B．To explore her potentials.
C．To deal with her mental problems. D．To achieve her childhood dream.
25．What does the underlined word “zeal” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A．Fact. B．Passion. C．Aim. D．Element.
26．What happened to Tait after four years of hard work
A．She closed up her shop. B．She expanded her store.
C．She invested in many organisations. D．She opened several pop-up shops.
27．Which of the following can best describe Tait
A．Modest and sociable. B．Charitable and honest.
C．Talented and hard-working. D．Generous and helpful.
Passage（7）
【江西省九江市十校联考 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月月考】When Chen Dan gazed upon the Pyramid
of Khafre and the Great Sphinx, she felt the pages of history textbooks come to life.
In the Sahara, she enjoyed a peaceful and secluded afternoon, riding in a vehicle at high speeds through the
desert known as dune enjoying the sunset, disconnecting from the world as her mobile phone had no signal. These
are unforgettable memories from her 15-day journey across Egypt with her friends in March. “I’ m most impressed
by Egyptian hospitality,” says the 32-year-old traveler from Hefei, Anhui province.
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During the trip, she rubbed elbows with the locals. A group of youngsters struck up conversations, took
photos and waved goodbye as they parted ways on opposite sides of the road. At a pastry shop, kind strangers
offered to translate the menu when they noticed the group’s difficulty in reading it.
Like Chen, more Chinese tourists are traveling to Egypt to explore the mysterious pyramids, temples,
museums and the Nile River. The number of Chinese visitors to Egypt was 265,000 from January to September, an
increase of 65 percent compared to the same period last year.
Amr El-Kady, CEO of the Egyptian Tourism Authority, estimates that the country will receive over 300,000
Chinese tourists by the end of this year, aiming for over 15 million global visitors. The tourism bureau will
continue to strengthen cooperation with Chinese authorities and tourism operators. They will participate in tourism
fairs in China and enhance their marketing strategies through conferences and seminars.
“Tourism acts as a vital bridge, fostering cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between the two
countries,” says Sherif Fathy, Egypt’s minister of tourism and antiquities (古迹). He recently attended the China
Outbound Travel & Tourism Market 2024 in Beijing.
He says that as one of the countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative, Egypt views China as a key
partner in businesses such as tourism. Egypt has released a series of initiatives and measures to attract more
Chinese tourists.
4．What does the underlined word in paragraph 2 mean
A．undisturbed B．tough C．disappointed D．entertaining
5．What is the Egyptian’s attitude to Chen
A．Indifferent B．Distant C．Sensitive D．Enthusiastic
6．Why will the Egyptian tourism bureau participate in tourism fairs in China
A．They want to sell more souvenirs to Chinese people.
B．They want to attract more Chinese to visit Egypt.
C．They hope more Egyptians will visit China.
D．They hope to learn more marketing strategies.
7．Which of the following might be the best title of the article
A．Chinese Tourists Experience Ancient Egypt Coming to Life
B．Chinese Tourists Flooding into the World’s Destinations
C．Egyptians Present Hospitality to Visiting Tourists.
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D．Egypt is Making Full Efforts to Develop its Tourism.
Passage（8）
【浙江省诸暨市牌头中学等多校 2024-2025 学年高三下学期 2 月适应性考试】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.
4．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.
5．What distinguishes White Cane Coffee’s products
A．They have lower prices. B．They offer free package for the blind.
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C．They have special package for champions. D．They provide convenience for blind customers.
6．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.
7．What words can be used to describe Erin
A．Dependent and ambitious. B．Competitive and powerful.
C．Determined and considerate. D．Pessimistic and materialistic.
Passage（1）
【2024 浙江 1 月卷】When was the last time you used a telephone box I mean to make an actual phone call
— not to shelter from the rain. Ages ago right The last time I used a phone box for its intended purpose was…
2006. I was conducting auditions (试演) for my play in my tiny old shared house in London. Hoping to impress
some talented actors to come and work for me for nothing, I spread some throws over the sofas and lit candles to
make it seem a bit more ”young professional”.
As I rushed outdoors to empty the wastepaper baskets, the door swung shut behind me. Suddenly I was locked
outside. My mobile phone was inside, but luckily there was a telephone box across the street. So, I called Directory
Assistance, got put through to our landlady’s managing agent, and had a spare key sent to me with just enough time
to get back in before the actors arrived.
As it has been many years since I last used one, I should hardly be surprised that then are no longer any public
telephones near my house. The last one standing has just been turn into a “mini community library”: any passer-by
can “borrow” a book from its shelves return it later, or replace it with another title from their own collection.
For a few months after the “library” opened, I didn’t bother taking a look, as I had assumed that it would be
stuffed full of cheese love stories. Then I noticed fork conducting spring cleans dropping boxes of voluminous
books on various subjects there. And these books were free. This unbeatable price-point encouraged me to
experiment with dozens of titles that I would never normally consider buying. And I’ve discovered some great
books!
If I ever get trapped outside my house again, my local telephone box will, sadly no longer be able to connect
me with my keys. But it can certainly keep me entertained while I wait for my wife to rescue me.
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4. What does the underlined word “it” in the first paragraph refer to
A. The play. B. The shared house.
C. The sofa. D. The telephone box.
5. Why did the author use the telephone box in 2006
A. To place an urgent call. B. To put up a notice.
C. To shelter from the rain. D. To hold an audition.
6. What do we know about the “mini community library”
A. It provides phone service for free. B. Anyone can contribute to its collection.
C. It is popular among young readers. D. Books must be returned within a month.
7. Why did the author start to use the “library”
A. He wanted to borrow some love stories.
B. He was encouraged by a close neighbour.
C. He found there were excellent free books.
D. He thought it was an ideal place for reading.
Passage（2）
【2023 年新高考全国Ⅰ卷】When John Todd was a child, he loved to explore the woods around his house,
observing how nature solved problems. A ditry stream, for example, often became clear after flowing through
plants and along rocks where tiny creatures lived. When he got older, John started to wonder if this process could
be used to clean up the messes people were making.
After studying agriculture, medicine, and fisheries in college, John went back to observing nature and asking
questions. Why can certain plants trap harmful bacteria (细菌) Which kinds of fish can eat cancer-causing
chemicals With the right combination of animals and plants, he figured, maybe he could clean up waste the way
nature did. He decided to build what he would later call an eco-machine.
The task John set for himself was to remove harmful substances from some sludge (污泥). First, he
constructed a series of clear fiberglass tanks connected to each other. Then he went around to local ponds and
streams and brought back some plants and animals. He placed them in the tanks and waited. Little by little, these
different kinds of life got used to one another and formed their own ecosystem. After a few weeks, John added the
sludge.
He was amazed at the results. The plants and animals in the eco-machine took the sludge as food and began to
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eat it! Within weeks, it had all been digested, and all that was left was pure water.
Over the years John has taken on many big jobs. He developed a greenhouse-like facility that treated sewage
(污水) from 1,600 homes in South Burlington. He also designed an eco-machine to clean canal water in Fuzhou, a
city in southeast China.
“Ecological design” is the name John gives to what he does. “Life on Earth is kind of a box of spare parts for
the inventor,” he says. “You put organisms in new relationships and observe what’s happening. Then you let these
new systems develop their own ways to self-repair.”
4. What can we learn about John from the first two paragraphs
A. He was fond of traveling. B. He enjoyed being alone.
C. He had an inquiring mind. D. He longed to be a doctor.
5. Why did John put the sludge into the tanks
A. To feed the animals. B. To build an ecosystem.
C. To protect the plants. D. To test the eco-machine.
6. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Fuzhou
A. To review John’s research plans. B. To show an application of John’s idea.
C. To compare John’s different jobs. D. To erase doubts about John’s invention.
7. What is the basis for John’s work
A. Nature can repair itself. B. Organisms need water to survive.
C. Life on Earth is diverse. D. Most tiny creatures live in groups.
Passage（3）
【2023 年新高考全国Ⅱ卷】Turning soil, pulling weeds, and harvesting cabbage sound like tough work for
middle and high school kids. And at first it is, says Abby Jaramillo, who with another teacher started Urban Sprouts,
a school garden program at four low-income schools. The program aims to help students develop science skills,
environmental awareness, and healthy lifestyles.
Jaramillo’s students live in neighborhoods where fresh food and green space are not easy to find and fast food
restaurants outnumber grocery stores. “The kids literally come to school with bags of snacks and large bottles of
soft drinks,” she says. “They come to us thinking vegetables are awful, dirt is awful, insects are awful.” Though
some are initially scared of the insects and turned off by the dirt, most are eager to try something new.
Urban Sprouts’ classes, at two middle schools and two high schools, include hands-on experiments such as
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soil testing, flower-and-seed dissection, tastings of fresh or dried produce, and work in the garden. Several times a
year, students cook the vegetables they grow, and they occasionally make salads for their entire schools.
Program evaluations show that kids eat more vegetables as a result of the classes. “We have students who say
they went home and talked to their parents and now they’re eating differently,” Jaramillo says.
She adds that the program’s benefits go beyond nutrition. Some students get so interested in gardening that
they bring home seeds to start their own vegetable gardens. Besides, working in the garden seems to have a calming
effect on Jaramillo’s special education students, many of whom have emotional control issues. “They get outside,”
she says, “and they feel successful.”
4. What do we know about Abby Jaramillo
A. She used to be a health worker. B. She grew up in a low-income family.
C. She owns a fast food restaurant. D. She is an initiator of Urban Sprouts.
5. What was a problem facing Jaramillo at the start of the program
A. The kids’ parents distrusted her. B. Students had little time for her classes.
C. Some kids disliked garden work. D. There was no space for school gardens.
6. Which of the following best describes the impact of the program
A. Far-reaching. B. Predictable.
C. Short-lived. D. Unidentifiable.
7. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Rescuing School Gardens B. Experiencing Country Life
C. Growing Vegetable Lovers D. Changing Local Landscape
Passage（4）
【2023 年全国乙卷】 Living in Iowa and trying to become a photographer specializing in landscape (风景)
can be quite a challenge, mainly because the corn state lacks geographical variation.
Although landscapes in the Midwest tend to be quite similar, either farm fields or highways, sometimes I find
distinctive character in the hills or lakes. To make some of my landscape shots, I have traveled up to four hours
away to shoot within a 10-minute time frame. I tend to travel with a few of my friends to state parks or to the
countryside to go on adventures and take photos along the way.
Being at the right place at the right time is decisive in any style of photography. I often leave early to seek the
right destinations so I can set up early to avoid missing the moment I am attempting to photograph. I have missed
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plenty of beautiful sunsets/sunrises due to being on the spot only five minutes before the best moment.
One time my friends and I drove three hours to Devil’s Lake, Wisconsin, to climb the purple quartz (石英)
rock around the lake. After we found a crazy-looking road that hung over a bunch of rocks, we decided to
photograph the scene at sunset. The position enabled us to look over the lake with the sunset in the background. We
managed to leave this spot to climb higher because of the spare time until sunset. However, we did not mark the
route (路线) so we ended up almost missing the sunset entirely. Once we found the place, it was stressful getting
lights and cameras set up in the limited time. Still, looking back on the photos, they are some of my best shots
though they could have been so much better if I would have been prepared and managed my time wisely.
4. How does the author deal with the challenge as a landscape photographer in the Midwest
A. By teaming up with other photographers. B. By shooting in the countryside or state parks.
C. By studying the geographical conditions. D. By creating settings in the corn fields.
5. What is the key to successful landscape photography according to the author
A. Proper time management. B. Good shooting techniques.
C. Adventurous spirit. D. Distinctive styles.
6. What can we infer from the author trip with friends to Devil’s Lake
A. They went crazy with the purple quartz rock.
B. They felt stressed while waiting for the sunset.
C. They reached the shooting spot later than expected.
D. They had problems with their emipment.
7. How does the author find his photos taken at Devil’s Lake
A. Amusing. B. Satisfying.
C. Encouraging. D. Comforting.
Passage（5）
【2023 年全国甲卷】Terri Bolton is a dab hand when it comes to DIY (do-it-yourself). Skilled at putting up
shelves and piecing together furniture, she never pays someone else to do a job she can do herself.
She credits these skills to her late grandfather and builder Derek Lloyd. From the age of six, Terri, now 26,
accompanied Derek to work during her school holidays. A day’s work was rewarded with 5 in pocket money. She
says: “I’m sure I wasn’t much of a help to start with, painting the rooms and putting down the flooring throughout
the house. It took weeks and is was backbreaking work, but I know he was proud of my skills.”
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Terri, who now rents a house with friends in Wandsworth, South West London, says DIY also saves her from
losing any deposit when a tenancy (租期) comes to an end. She adds: “I’ve moved house many times and I always
like to personalise my room and put up pictures, so, it’s been useful to know how to cover up holes and repaint a
room to avoid any charges when I’ve moved out.”
With millions of people likely to take on DIY projects over that coming weeks, new research shows that more
than half of people are planning to make the most of the long, warm summer days to get jobs done. The average
spend per project will be around 823. Two thirds of people aim to improve their comfort while at home. Two fifth
wish to increase the value of their house. Though DIY has traditionally been seen as male hobby, the research
shows it is women now leading the charge.
24. Which is closest in meaning to “a dab hand” in paragraph 1
A. An artist. B. A winner. C. A specialist. D. A pioneer.
25. Why did Terri’s grandfather give her 5 a day
A. For a birthday gift. B. As a treat for her work.
C. To support her DIY projects. D. To encourage her to take up a hobby.
26. How did Terri avoid losing the deposit on the house she rented
A. By making it look like before. B. By furnishing it herself.
C. By splitting the rent with a roommate. D. By cancelling the rental agreement.
27. What trend in DIY does the research show
A. It is becoming more costly. B. It is getting more time-consuming.
C. It is turning into a seasonal industry. D. It is gaining popularity among females.
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