阅读理解15篇 高一下 期中考
真题+模拟（深圳专用）
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一、 真题专区 Passage 1 – 6
二、 模拟训练 Passage 7 -15
Passage 1
广东省深圳市新安中学（集团）高中部2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）Beyond the famous historic cities and world-famous sights, you’ll find the real Italy tucked away. Meet some of Italy’s lesser-known regions and get to know the real Italy.
Cilento
Located just south of Naples, the walking paths and coastal roads of Cilento will reward you with inspiring sea views, highland backdrops and beautiful harbor (港口) towns. The waterside restaurants offer the best buffalo mozzarella, a type of cheese, in Italy! You’ll find many hundred-year-old people living here thanks to their healthy diet.
Umbria
Landlocked Umbria is a truly corner of Italy and is a feast for the senses with its museums, galleries, Romanesque churches and cathedrals. Wander through the narrow streets of historic Perugia, take a guided tour of the impressive Etruscan caves at Orvieto, or admire the frescoes (湿壁画) of the Basilica di San Francesco and the tomb of St. Francis of Assisi.
Piedmont
While the region is full of green-gold vineyard (葡萄园), Piedmont is also a hotbed of culinary excellence, with its focus on local production and food origin. The small town of Bra and its parish, Pollenzo, is the birthplace of the international Slow Food movement, and home to the University of Gastronomic Sciences.
Basilicata
Basilicata is filled with historic hilltop towns that look out across the mountainous landscapes of the Lucanian Dolomites. As a region that remains relatively unexplored, it is a fascinating corner off the beaten path that is attractive for its historical presence. It’s home to neighbourhoods of prehistoric houses believed by many to be the place where Italy’s first settlers arrived over 9,000 years ago.
1. Which region has a number of long-lived people
A．Cilento. B．Umbria. C．Piedmont. D．Basilicata.
2. What can we learn about Umbria
A．It is famous for grapes paintings.
B．It is a narrow place where few people live.
C．People can enjoy the best cheese in Italy.
D．People can be impressed by its galleries and museums.
3. What is special about Basilicata
A．It attracts food lovers. B．It is a less visited historic place.
C．It was once attacked by Italian. D．It’s fascinating to walk on the path.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了意大利一些不太为人所知的地区，为读者提供了关于这些地区的特点、风景、美食和历史等方面的信息，旨在吸引读者对这些地区的兴趣，并鼓励他们去探索这些地方。
1. 细节理解题。根据文章Cilento部分中的“You’ll find many hundred-year-old people living here thanks to their healthy diet.(你会发现许多百岁老人因为他们健康的饮食而生活在这里。)”可知，Cilento地区的人们因为健康的饮食而长寿，有很多百岁老人居住在这里。因此， Cilento是拥有许多长寿人的地区。故选A。
2. 细节理解题。根据文章Umbria部分中的“Landlocked Umbria is a truly corner of Italy and is a feast for the senses with its museums, galleries, Romanesque churches and cathedrals. Wander through the narrow streets of historic Perugia, take a guided tour of the impressive Etruscan caves at Orvieto, or admire the frescoes (湿壁画) of the Basilica di San Francesco and the tomb of St. Francis of Assisi.( 内陆的翁布里亚是意大利真正的一个角落，是一个感官盛宴，拥有博物馆、画廊、罗马式教堂和大教堂。在历史悠久的佩鲁贾的狭窄街道上漫步，在奥维耶托参观令人印象深刻的伊特鲁里亚洞穴，或者欣赏圣弗朗西斯科大教堂的湿壁画和圣方济各·亚西西的陵墓。)”可知，Umbria地区有博物馆、画廊、罗马式教堂和大教堂，因此Umbria的画廊和博物馆会给人们留下了深刻印象。故选D。
3. 细节理解题。根据文章Basilicata部分中的“As a region that remains relatively unexplored, it is a fascinating corner off the beaten path that is attractive for its historical presence.(作为一个相对未被开发的地区，它是一个迷人的角落，远离人迹罕至的道路，以其历史的存在而吸引人。)”可知，Basilicata是一个历史悠久但游客较少的地方。故选B。
Passage 2
广东省深圳市南山实验教育集团华侨城高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）Consider going eastward, you will see mountains, forests and thousands of lakes, as well as wide rivers and large cities. On the 15th June I set foot off the airplane and into Calgary, Canada. I’ve never been to this side of the world before and I had some strange expectations when I could only see fields and no cityscape in view from my plane window during landing. However, as we got closer and closer to the airport the city came into view.
Phew! I breathed a sigh of relief as I’m a real city-goer. We were greeted by uncle and whisked away to the main city. The large amount of greenery in Calgary’s city makes it a completely different city to visit and I advise if anybody is around this side of the world, it’s surely an interesting visit. It not only brings us good feelings, it also makes you fall in love with this city. Despite all the things we’ve done here, the thing that blew me away the most was the Canadian woodlands and mountains just a few hours outside of Calgary. The highlight for me was risking travelling to the small town of Fernie and hiking into the woods up to a small waterfall where the water was so clear we could just drink straight from the stream.
The time away from the main city had a great holiday feel and gave me time to recover after a busy university year. It’s been a great experience being in the Canadian mountains and woodlands and it taught me the importance of just having some time for yourself! So whatever you guys are doing this summer, make sure you take some time out to relax, rest and recharge. Maybe you will get a much more comfortable trip when you jump out of the busy work.
1. Which of the following best describes the author’s feeling while landing
A．Embarrassed. B．Hopeful. C．Afraid. D．Amazed.
2. What makes Calgary a quite different city
A．Friendship from the local people. B．Culture outside of the city.
C．Natural beauty of the city. D．Various outdoor activities.
3. What does the underlined word “highlight” in Paragraph 2 mean
A．Top attraction. B．Colorful entertainment.
C．Bright area. D．Sincere communication.
4. What can be inferred about the author’s travel experience
A．He needs relaxation from his university year. B．He prefers the city’s busy life.
C．He shows great appreciation to his uncle. D．He is enthusiastic about work.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 4. A
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述的是作者去加拿大卡尔加里旅游的经历及感悟。
1. 推理判断题。根据第一段中的“On the 15th June I set foot off the airplane and into Calgary, Canada. I’ve never been to this side of the world before and I had some strange expectations when I could only see fields and no cityscape in view from my plane window during landing.(6月15日，我下了飞机，来到了加拿大的卡尔加里。我以前从来没有来过世界的这一边，当我降落时从飞机窗口只能看到田野，看不到城市景观时，我有一些奇怪的期望。)”可知，作者在飞机降落时，透过窗户所见的舱外景象让作者满怀希望与期待，所以“满怀希望”可以描述作者着陆时的感受。故选B项。
2. 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“The large amount of greenery in Calgary’s city makes it a completely different city to visit and I advise if anybody is around this side of the world, it’s surely an interesting visit.(卡尔加里市大量的绿色植物使它成为一个完全不同的城市，我建议如果有人在世界的这一边，这肯定是一次有趣的旅行。)”可知，卡尔加里市大量的绿色植物使它成为一个完全不同的城市，由此可知，是卡尔加里的一片绿，也就是它的自然之美使其独具一格。故选C项。
3. 词义猜测题。根据划线单词后的“risking travelling to the small town of Fernie and hiking into the woods up to a small waterfall where the water was so clear we could just drink straight from the stream.(冒险前往弗尼小镇，徒步进入树林，来到一个小瀑布旁，那里的水非常清澈，我们可以直接从小溪里喝水。)”可知，冒险前往弗尼小镇，徒步进入树林，来到一个小瀑布旁，那里的水非常清澈，结合上文中的“Despite all the things we’ve done here, the thing that blew me away the most was the Canadian woodlands and mountains just a few hours outside of Calgary.(尽管我们在这里做了很多事情，但最让我惊叹的是加拿大的森林和山脉，距离卡尔加里只有几个小时的路程。)”可知，作者认为最令人惊叹的是加拿大的森林和山脉，所以此处描述的是一番吸引人的景色，由此可推测，划线单词的意思应与“吸引人的景色”意义相近。故选A项。
4. 推理判断题。根据尾段中的“The time away from the main city had a great holiday feel and gave me time to recover after a busy university year. It’s been a great experience being in the Canadian mountains and woodlands and it taught me the importance of just having some time for yourself! (远离城市的这段时间有一种很棒的假期感觉，让我有时间在繁忙的大学生活后恢复。在加拿大的山区和林地是一次很棒的经历，它教会了我给自己留点时间的重要性!)”可知，这段离开大城市的时间让作者可以在繁忙的大学生活后恢复，作者认为这是一次很棒的旅行，教会了作者给自己留点时间的重要性，由此可推断，作者需要从繁忙的大学生活中得到放松。故选A项。
Passage 3
广东省深圳市新安中学（集团）高中部2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）From the deserts of Southern California to the forests of Alaska, the U. S. possesses a diversity (多样性) of nature. For most of her life, Joy Ryan never saw the scenery beyond her home state of Ohio. Then, when she was in her mid-eighties, her grandson Brad Ryan decided to take her on a journey to all of the U. S. National Parks, which took eight years to complete. At the age of 93, Grandma Joy has finally seen all 63 parks, ending her journey in the National Park of American Samoa.
“When I learned she had never seen the great wildernesses of America-deserts, mountains, oceans, I decided to intervene (干预) in some way,” Brad says. This idea inspired their first trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. However, once they were on the road, Brad realized that they could visit more parks that were nearby. Over the years, they managed to see all of the famous sights at Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, the Redwoods, and so on. But Brad values the time spent with his grandmother just as much as the amazing places they were able to visit.
Despite Grandma Joy’s older age, she was able to hike mountains. Brad regards her love for life as the key to her good health. She is grateful for each new day and is always excited for the next journey. Finally, their long journey across the U.S. came to an end with American Samoa.
“I am thankful every morning for giving me another day,” Grandma Joy shares. “And you’re your choice whether you’re going to have a rainy day or a sunny day. So, smile at everybody, and let everybody know you’re having a whale of a time.” While her tour of the U. S. has come to a close, she and her grandson are not done traveling. Next up, they have their sights set on Kenya.
1. Why did Brad decide to intervene in some way
A．To celebrate Grandma Joy’s 93rd birthday.
B．To complete a task he promised Grandma Joy.
C．To enrich Grandma Joy’s travelling experiences.
D．To realize Grandma Joy’s dream of visiting parks.
2. Which of the following best describes their tour in Brad’s eyes
A．Tough and challenging. B．Tiring but educational.
C．Stressful but eye-opening. D．Amazing and worthwhile.
3. Which factor mainly contributes to Grandma Joy’s good health
A．Her grandson’s inspiration. B．Her positive attitude.
C．Her regular exercise. D．Her adventurous spirit.
4. What can be a suitable title for the text
A．Stay Curious, Stay Young B．Never too Old to Hit the Road
C．Laughter, the Best Medicine D．Travelling Contributes to Long Life
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. B 4. B
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了八十多岁的老奶奶Joy Ryan在孙子Brad Ryan的带领下走遍了美国所有的国家公园的故事。
1. 细节理解题。根据第二段中“When I learned she had never seen the great wildernesses of America-deserts, mountains, oceans, I decided to intervene(干预) in some way.( 当我得知她从未见过美国的荒野——沙漠、山脉、海洋时，我决定以某种方式进行干预（改变状况）。)”和“This idea inspired their first trip to the Great Smoky Mountains.(这个想法激发了他们第一次去大烟山的旅行。)”可知，Brad决定以丰富Joy奶奶的旅行经历来介入。故选C项。
2. 推理判断题。根据第二段中“However, once they were on the road, Brad realized that they could visit more parks that were nearby. Over the years, they managed to see all of the famous sights at Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, the Redwoods, and so on. But Brad values the time spent with his grandmother just as much as the amazing places they were able to visit. (然而，一旦他们上路，Brad意识到他们可以参观附近更多的公园。多年来，他们参观了约塞米蒂国家公园、大峡谷、红杉林等所有著名景点。但Brad珍惜和祖母一起度过的时光，就像他们能去的那些神奇的地方一样。)”可知，在Brad眼中，他们的旅行令人惊奇且值得。故选D项。
3. 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“Brad regards her love for life as the key to her good health. (Brad认为她对生活的热爱是她身体健康的关键。)”可知，Joy奶奶身体健康的主要原因是她积极的生活态度。故选B项。
4. 主旨大意题。通读全文，根据倒数第二段“Despite Grandma Joy’s older age, she was able to hike mountains. Brad regards her love for life as the key to her good health. She is grateful for each new day and is always excited for the next journey. Finally, their long journey across the U.S. came to an end with American Samoa. (尽管Joy奶奶年纪大了，但她还能爬山。Brad认为她对生活的热爱是她身体健康的关键。她感激每一个新的一天，总是对下一个旅程感到兴奋。最后，他们穿越美国的漫长旅程在美属萨摩亚结束了。)”可知，本文主要讲述了八十多岁的老奶奶Joy Ryan在孙子Brad Ryan的带领下走遍了美国所有的国家公园的故事。B“去旅行，永远不要嫌老”符合主题，故选B项。
Passage 4
广东省深圳市南山实验教育集团华侨城高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）A small group of brave and curious young Irish musicians have taken it upon themselves to save a tradition of songs. Their project aims to put the elders of a nearly-past generation in front of a microphone, to protect their songs and stories for musicians to hear and study for all time.
Some experts often pass warnings about how much oral tradition the human race loses to modernity every year. In Ireland, a country famous for its singers, the Song Collectors Collective (SCC) celebrates that history by honoring the people who have kept its roots alive. Most of them are from the reclusive (隐居的) traveler communities. Rather than simply collecting words, each song can be accessed only by exploring the life and story of the person who sang it for the SCC, or the so-called “Tradition Bearer”.
Take Freda Black, for example, a great-grandmother in her mid-eighties. She kept so many songs that she admitted she couldn’t possibly count them. She would go on to feature in the recently released album by a modern folk singer and SCC member, Sam Lee. “I love spending time at the knee of these elders,” Lee said. “I am very lucky. I catch an end of an era.”
“It is a common request for the songs and stories to be recorded and shared as the old ways are not being passed on and this huge store of knowledge of an ancient way of life is forgotten. In the current era of accessible recording technology, there is no excuse for not documenting and sharing this rich but fragile (脆弱的) tradition,” wrote the SCC．Having collected hundreds of recordings from dozens of singers, the SCC is beginning to host educational events, sharing the stories and singing voices for those interested in hearing them, as well as how people can become collectors in their own way.
1. How do those young Irish musicians save the tradition of songs
A．By spreading their new music styles.
B．By recording old folk songs and related stories.
C．By teaching young people to learn traditional songs.
D．By improving the living conditions of elderly musicians.
2. What can we infer from Sam Lee’s words
A．He is glad to keep a valuable tradition of music.
B．His latest album carries the memory of his grandma.
C．He is lucky to have got some help in learning music.
D．His music is inspired by conversations with Freda Black.
3. What further promotes the SCC’s protection of the oral tradition
A．Market demand. B．The support of famous musicians.
C．High praise from the elderly. D．Technological progress.
4. Which of the following can best describe the SCC’s work
A．Effective and interesting. B．Successful but confusing.
C．Necessary and meaningful. D．Professional but dangerous.
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. D 4. C
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章讲述了爱尔兰一个名为“歌曲收集者联盟”的团体，他们致力于拯救和保存那些即将消失的传统歌曲和故事。
1. 细节理解题。根据第一段第二句“Their project aims to put the elders of a nearly-past generation in front of a microphone, to protect their songs and stories for musicians to hear and study for all time.(他们的项目旨在让几乎逝去的一代的长者站在麦克风前，以保护他们的歌曲和故事，让音乐家们永远聆听和学习。) ”可知，SCC的那些年轻的爱尔兰音乐家在记录古老的民歌和相关的故事。再结合第二段最后一句“Rather than simply collecting words, each song can be accessed only by exploring the life and story of the person who sang it for the SCC, or the so-called “Tradition Bearer”.（而不是仅仅收集歌词，每首歌曲的获取只能通过探索为SCC演唱这首歌的人——即所谓的“传统承载者”的生平与故事。）”可知SCC的那些年轻的爱尔兰音乐家是通过记录古老的民歌和相关的故事来保护这些歌曲的传统。故选B。
2. 推理判断题。由文章第二段前两句““I love spending time at the knee of these elders,” Lee said. “I am very lucky. I catch an end of an era.”（他说：“我喜欢花时间和这些长者待在一起”，“我很幸运，我见证了一个时代的尾声”。）”可知，这些话语表达了他对于能够接触到和保留这些传统音乐的感激和欣喜，由此可以推断他很高兴能保持有价值的音乐传统。故选A。
3. 细节理解题。根据第四段第一句中的“In the current era of accessible recording technology, there is no excuse for not documenting and sharing this rich but fragile (脆弱的) tradition (在当今录音技术普及的时代，没有理由不记录和分享这一丰富而脆弱的传统) ”可知，技术进步进一步推动了SCC保护口述传统。故选D。
4. 推理判断题。根据最后一段第一句中的“It is a common request for the songs and stories to be recorded and shared as the old ways are not being passed on and this huge store of knowledge of an ancient way of life is forgotten.(人们普遍要求将歌曲和故事记录下来并分享，因为古老的生活方式没有被传承下去，这种古老生活方式的巨大知识储备被遗忘了。)”可知，SCC的工作的必要性。根据第一段第二句“Their project aims to put the elders of a nearly-past generation in front of a microphone, to protect their songs and stories for musicians to hear and study for all time.(他们的项目旨在让几乎逝去的一代的长者站在麦克风前，以保护他们的歌曲和故事，让音乐家们永远聆听和学习。)”可知，他们致力于拯救和保存那些即将消失的传统歌曲和故事，因此SCC的工作很有意义。故选C。
Passage 5
广东省深圳市南山实验教育集团华侨城高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）Bad news for banana lovers: A fungus (真菌) that’s particularly good at killing the fruit has finally reached Latin America — a major supplier of the world’s bananas.
Recently, officials in Colombia announced a national emergency after confirming the presence of this fatal fungus, known as Fusarium oxysporum Tropical Race 4 (TR4), in the country. This is the first time the fungus has been found in Latin America. However, the fungus isn’t new. Over the past years, it has been destroying banana plantations in Asia, Australia and East Africa.
Although this fungus isn’t harmful to humans, it is a “serious threat” to banana production. The fungus attacks the plants’ roots and blocks their vascular (维管的) system — the network used to transport water and nutrients (营养物) and finally kills the plants. Once the fungus finds its way into soil, it can’t be treated with fungicides, and it’s very difficult to remove.
What’s more, the fungus attacks the most commonly exported banana — the Cavendish banana. “For Western countries, the vast majority of the bananas we eat are from the same Cavendish subgroup,” said Nicolas Roux, a senior scientist.
Sarah Gurr, Exeter University’s chair in food security, continued to explained to Wired, “Cavendish bananas are in effect clones of their parents. So the similarity in their genes makes them easy targets of the disease. Actually, we are likely to lose the Cavendish banana.”
Officials reported that the TR4 fungus was found in a l75-hectare area in the La Guajira region of northern Colombia. The country has separated affected areas and destroyed some of them in an effort to fight the fungus. A number of ideas have come up to help save the Cavendish banana, including genetically engineering plants that will not be affected by TR4.
1. Why did Colombia announce a national emergency
A．Because the TR4 fungus stops banana trees producing fruits.
B．Because there was TR4 fungus in Colombia.
C．Because a fearful fungus was spreading quickly.
D．Because Colombia had no bananas to transport to Europe.
2. What do we know about TR4 fungus
A．It causes the death of banana plants. B．It is dangerous for human beings.
C．It competes with banana trees for water. D．It exists in the air to attack plants.
3. What makes Sarah Gurr worried about the Cavendish banana
A．Their importance in global fruit supply. B．Their poor ability to gain nutrients.
C．Their lack of genetic diversity. D．Their wide planting in Latin America.
4. Which is the best title for the text
A．Bananas crisis in Latin America B．The best bananas in the world
C．Fungus harms plants D．Banana-killing fungus reached Latin America
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. C 4. D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了一种名为TR4的真菌对拉丁美洲香蕉产业的威胁，以及科学家们为了保护香蕉产业所做的努力。
1. 细节理解题。根据文章第二段中“Recently, officials in Colombia announced a national emergency after confirming the presence of this fatal fungus, known as Fusarium oxysporum Tropical Race 4(TR4), in the country.”（最近，哥伦比亚的官员们在确认了这种致命的真菌——热带种族4型镰刀菌（TR4）在该国的存在后，宣布了国家紧急状态。）可知，哥伦比亚宣布国家紧急状态是因为在该国发现了TR4真菌。故选B。
2. 细节理解题。根据文章第三段中“The fungus attacks the plants’ roots and blocks their vascular(维管的) system — the network used to transport water and nutrients(营养物)and finally kills the plants.”（这种真菌攻击植物的根部，阻塞其维管系统——用于输送水和营养物的网络，最终杀死植物。）可推知，TR4真菌会导致香蕉植株的死亡。故选A。
3. 细节理解题。根据文章第五段中“Cavendish bananas are in effect clones of their parents. So the similarity in their genes makes them easy targets of the disease.”（卡文迪许香蕉实际上是其父母的克隆。因此，它们的基因相似性使它们容易成为疾病的目标。）可推知，卡文迪许香蕉由于是克隆而来，其基因具有很大的相似性，这使它们容易成为疾病的目标，由此可知，Sarah Gurr担心的是卡文迪许香蕉的基因多样性不足。故选C。
4. 主旨大意题。根据全文内容，特别是第一段“Bad news for banana lovers: A fungus(真菌) that’s particularly good at killing the fruit has finally reached Latin America — a major supplier of the world’s bananas.”（对香蕉爱好者来说，坏消息是：一种特别善于杀死香蕉的真菌终于到达了拉丁美洲——世界香蕉的主要供应国。）文章主要讲述了一种名为TR4的真菌对拉丁美洲香蕉产业的威胁，以及科学家们为了保护香蕉产业所做的努力。因此，D选项“香蕉杀手真菌抵达拉丁美洲”最能概括文章的主旨。故选D。
Passage 6
广东省深圳市第二实验学校2023-2024学年高一下学期期中英语试卷）Small-scale fisheries supply many people with food. Almost all of those in this trade rely on gillnets (刺网) to trap fish. But gillnets trap other things, for example, endangered animals such as turtles; dangerous ones, such as Humboldt squid; and ones that are both endangered and dangerous, such as several types of sharks. Everyone involved would be better off if this did not happen.
Building on studies done both by himself and by others, to try to avoid the accidental netting of turtles, Jesse Senko, a marine-conservation biologist at Arizona State University, has been investigating the idea of fitting LEDs to nets to avoid netting other unwanted by-catch (误捕的鱼) without discouraging target animals. And, as he reports in Current Biology, it seems to work.
Dr. Senko and his team set up an experiment in the Gulf of Ulloa, in Mexico, in which they cooperated with local fishermen to employ over 10,000 meters of nets that had had nets battery-powered waterproof green LEDs fixed onto them every ten meters. Half of these lights were lit. The other half were left unlit, as controls. Each lit net was paired with an unlit one, and the two were used alongside one another at major fishing locations. The fishers’ target fish were large groupers (石斑鱼). Dr. Senko was interested both in what else got caught and whether the lights decreased catches of the target species.
On the latter point, to his relief, they did not. On the former, the lit net s caught 95% fewer kilograms of shark-related species. In particular, several threatened species turned up less often in the lit than the unlit nets.
The advantage from the point of view of fishermen was that they needed to spend a lot less time clearing these dangerous by-catches from their nets. And, crucially, the LEDs concerned are cheap, hard-wearing, and easy to fix. There are also plans to make them solar powered, for easy recharging. Here, then, is an environmental-protection idea from which everyone wins.
1. What is the problem with gillnets
A．They are costly to maintain. B．They trap unwanted by-catches.
C．They discourage target catches. D．They only trap dangerous species.
2. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A．The principle of the experiment. B．The results of the experiment.
C．The purpose of the experiment D．The process of the experiment.
3. What can be inferred from Dr. Senko’s experiment
A．Fixing LEDs to gillnets is a win-win idea.
B．Fishermen benefit the most from the idea.
C．The Lit-net catches more threatened species.
D．The LED-net just catches less target species.
4. What was the author’s attitude to the LEDs’ idea
A．Critical. B．Unclear. C．Hopeful. D．Doubtful.
【答案】1. B 2. D 3. A 4. C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了亚利桑那州立大学的海洋保护生物学家Jesse Senko在自己和他人的研究基础上，一直在研究将LEDs安装在渔网上的想法，以避免捕获其他不想要的副渔获物，同时又不会丧失目标动物。
1. 细节理解题。根据第一段中“But gillnets trap other things, for example, endangered animals such as turtles; dangerous ones, such as Humboldt squid; and ones that are both endangered and dangerous, such as several types of sharks.(但是刺网可以捕获其他的东西，比如濒危动物，比如海龟；危险的，比如洪堡乌贼；还有一些既濒危又危险的动物，比如几种鲨鱼。)”及第二段中“Building on studies done both by himself and by others, to try to avoid the accidental netting of turtles, Jesse Senko, a marine-conservation biologist at Arizona State University, has been investigating the idea of fitting LEDs to nets to avoid netting other unwanted by-catch (误捕的鱼) without discouraging target animals. (为了避免意外捕获海龟，亚利桑那州立大学的海洋保护生物学家Jesse Senko在自己和他人的研究基础上，一直在研究将LEDs安装在渔网上的想法，以避免捕获其他不想要的副渔获物，同时又不会丧失目标动物。)”可知，刺网的问题是会捕获到不需要的副渔获物。故选B项。
2. 主旨大意题。根据第三段中“Dr. Senko and his team set up an experiment in the Gulf of Ulloa, in Mexico, in which they cooperated with local fishermen to employ over 10,000 meters of nets that had had nets battery-powered waterproof green LEDs fixed onto them every ten meters. Half of these lights were lit. The other half were left unlit, as controls. Each lit net was paired with an unlit one, and the two were used alongside one another at major fishing locations. (Senko博士和他的团队在墨西哥的乌洛亚湾进行了一项实验，他们与当地渔民合作，使用了超过1万米的渔网，每十米就有一个由电池供电的防水绿色led固定在渔网上。其中一半灯亮着，另一半不亮，作为对照组。每个点亮的网与一个未点亮的网配对，这两个网在主要的捕鱼地点一起使用。)”可知，本段主要讲述了实验的过程。故选D项。
3. 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“On the former, the lit net s caught 95% fewer kilograms of shark-related species. In particular, several threatened species turned up less often in the lit than the unlit nets. (在前者，点燃的渔网捕获的鲨鱼相关物种减少了95%。特别是，一些受威胁的物种在有灯光的网中出现的次数比没有灯光的网少。)”和最后一段中“The advantage from the point of view of fishermen was that they needed to spend a lot less time clearing these dangerous by-catches from their nets. (从渔民的角度来看，好处是他们需要花更少的时间从网中清除这些危险的副渔获物。)”可知，将LEDS固定在刺网上，既有效保护了濒危物种又有利于渔民，所以是一个双赢的主意。故选A项。
4. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Here, then, is an environmental-protection idea from which everyone wins. (因此，这是一个人人受益的环保理念。)”等内容可知，作者对LEDs的想法充满希望。故选C项。
Passage 7
Qingming Festival, observed in early April, is a cornerstone of Chinese tradition, harmonizing ancestral reverence with spring’s renewal. Rooted in ancient rites like tomb sweeping and the Cold Food Festival, it bridges familial bonds and nature’s cycles. Customs include honoring ancestors with offerings, venturing outdoors for kite-flying, and savoring seasonal delicacies like Qingtuan. These practices reflect a cultural philosophy of balancing remembrance with vitality, intertwining history with the rejuvenating spirit of spring. As families gather, Qingming becomes a poignant celebration of continuity, embodying respect for the past and hope for new beginnings.
Tomb Sweeping (Qingming)
Originating from ancient ancestral worship, this ritual honors deceased family members. During the Cold Food Festival (merged with Qingming), people avoided fire and cleaned graves. Today, families sweep tombs, offer flowers, burn incense, and “spirit money” to show respect. Some place willow branches on graves, symbolizing vitality, or share symbolic meals to commune with ancestors.
Spring Outings(Taqing)
Rooted in agricultural traditions, Qingming marks spring’s arrival. People venture outdoors to embrace nature’s renewal, flying kites or picnicking. This custom also stems from avoiding indoor smoke during the Cold Food Festival. Celebrations include hiking, flying kites with lanterns, and enjoying seasonal treats like Qingtuan, blending reverence with joy in nature’s awakening
.Flying Kites
Ancient Chinese believed flying kites during Qingming could ward off misfortune. Some write ailments on kites,cut strings to “release” bad luck. Brightly colored kites also symbolize hopes for prosperity. Modern celebrations feature artistic kite designs and nighttime lantern-adorned kites, merging folklore with communal festivities under spring skies.
Eating Qingtuan
These green rice dumplings, dyed with mugwort, originated from the Cold Food Festival’s fire ban, requiring portable meals. Qingtuan’s green hue symbolizes spring and renewal. Families now make or buy them as offerings and snacks, filled with sweet bean paste. The dish bridges historical fasting practices with contemporary culinary heritage, embodying seasonal renewal.
1. What do people traditionally do during Tomb Sweeping
A．Fly kites with written wishes to show respect.
B．Prepare green rice dumplings as heartfelt offerings.
C．Clean graves genuinely and burn “spirit money”.
D．Plant willow trees around tombs to provide shade.
2. The practice of eating Qingtuan originated from the need to ______
A．honor spring’s vitality with green color.
B．avoid cooking fires during a festival.
C．create portable snacks for outdoor picnics.
D．exchange gifts between family members.
3. What is the main cultural theme of Qingming Festival
A．Solemn agricultural rituals and jubilant harvest celebrations.
B．Remembering the past while welcoming refreshing renewal.
C．Family competitions in kite-flying skills and new methods.
D．Religious ceremonies for nature worship and appreciation.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. B
【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了清明节的历史渊源、传统习俗及其文化内涵。
1. 细节理解题。根据Tomb Sweeping (Qingming)中的“During the Cold Food Festival (merged with Qingming), people avoided fire and cleaned graves. Today, families sweep tombs, offer flowers, burn incense, and “spirit money” to show respect.(在寒食节（后与清明节合并）期间，人们禁火并清扫坟墓。如今，人们会扫墓、献花、焚香以及焚烧“纸钱”以示敬意。)”可知，清明节人们通常真诚扫墓，烧“纸钱”。故选C。
2. 细节理解题。根据最后一段“These green rice dumplings, dyed with mugwort, originated from the Cold Food Festival’s fire ban, requiring portable meals.(这些用艾草染成绿色的糯米团子起源于寒食节禁火的习俗（当时需要便于携带的食物）。)”可知，吃青团的习俗源于节日期间需要避免生火。故选B。
3. 细节理解题。根据第一段“Qingming Festival, observed in early April, is a cornerstone of Chinese tradition, harmonizing ancestral reverence with spring’s renewal. Rooted in ancient rites like tomb sweeping and the Cold Food Festival, it bridges familial bonds and nature’s cycles.(清明节于四月初伊始之际举行，是中国传统文化的一大基石，将缅怀祖先之情与春日焕新之景巧妙相融。它源自扫墓、寒食节等古老仪式，搭建起了维系亲情纽带与顺应自然周期之间的桥梁。)”可知，清明节的主要文化主题是缅怀过往，喜迎新生 。故选B。
Passage 8
It was December 25, 1914, only 5 months into World War I. German, British, and French soldiers, already sick and tired of the senseless killing, disobeyed their superiors and fraternized (打得火热) with “the enemy” along two-thirds of the Western Front. German troops held Christmas trees up out of the trenches (战壕) with signs, “Merry Christmas.”
“You no shoot, we no shoot.” Thousands of troops streamed across a no-man’s land filled with dead bodies. They sang Christmas carols, exchanged photographs of loved ones back home, shared rations, played football, and even roasted some pigs. Soldiers embraced men they had been trying to kill a few short hours before. They agreed to warn each other if the Generals (将军) forced them to fire their weapons, and to aim high.
It shocked the high command on either side. Here was disaster in the making: soldiers declaring their brotherhood with each other and refusing to fight. The generals on both sides declared this peacemaking to be wrong. Fifteen million would be killed.
Not many people have heard the story of the Christmas Truce (停战协议). On Christmas Day, 1988, a story in the Boston Globe mentioned that a local am radio host played “Christmas in the Trenches” several times and was surprised by the effect. The song became the most requested recording during the holidays in Boston on several am stations. “Some callers even telephone the host, deeply moved and in tears, asking, ‘What the hell did I just hear ’”
You can probably guess why the callers were in tears. The Christmas Truce story goes against most of what we have been taught about people. It gives us a glimpse of the world as we wish it could be and says, “This really happened once.” It reminds us of those thoughts we keep hidden away, out of the range of the TV and newspaper stories that tell us how trivial (微不足道的) and mean human life is. It is like hearing that our deepest wishes really are true: the world really could be different.
1. What is the main idea of Paragraph 2
A．The troops celebrated their victories.
B．The generals forced their army to fight back.
C．The soldiers made peace with their enemies.
D．The soldiers decided to give in to their enemies.
2. What is the Generals’ attitude toward the soldiers’ actions
A．Supportive. B．Dissatisfied.
C．Objective. D．Positive.
3. Why were the callers in tears after they heard “Christmas in the Trenches”
A．The melody of the song was beautiful.
B．The song revealed the cruelty of the war.
C．The song touched their deepest hopes for peace.
D．The host’s heartfelt narration deeply moved the callers.
4. by does the author describe the Christmas Truce story as “like hearing that our deepest wishes really are true”
A．It criticize the role of the Generals in World War I.
B．It proves that wars can end through simple acts of kindness.
C．It shows that historical events are often exaggerated by later generations.
D．It reflects humanity’s hidden hope for a world defined by sympathy, not conflict.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. C 4. D
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述1914年圣诞休战事件，展现人性对和平的渴望，超越战争对立。
1. 主旨大意题。根据第二段“They sang Christmas carols, exchanged photographs of loved ones back home, shared rations, played football, and even roasted some pigs. Soldiers embraced men they had been trying to kill a few short hours before. They agreed to warn each other if the Generals (将军) forced them to fire their weapons, and to aim high. (他们共唱圣诞颂歌，交换家乡亲人的照片，分享军粮罐头，踢足球，甚至烤了几头猪。士兵们拥抱着几小时前还试图杀死的敌人。双方约定：若将军强令开火，必先相互警示，且只许朝天射击。)”可知，第二段详细描述了士兵们停止战斗、交换礼物、共同庆祝的行为，体现敌对双方暂时和解。故选C。
2. 推理判断题。根据第三段“The generals on both sides declared this peacemaking to be wrong. (双方的将军们宣布这一停战行为是错误的)”可知，将军们认为士兵的停战行为是“错误的”，明确表达不满与反对态度。故选B。
3. 推理判断题。根据最后一段“It gives us a glimpse of the world as we wish it could be and says, “This really happened once.” It reminds us of those thoughts we keep hidden away, out of the range of the TV and newspaper stories that tell us how trivial (微不足道的) and mean human life is. It is like hearing that our deepest wishes really are true: the world really could be different. ( 它向我们展现了世界应有的模样，并说道：这一切确曾真实发生。它提醒我们那些被深藏心底的思绪——那些未被电视与报纸报道所触及的部分（这些报道总将人类生活描绘得如此微不足道与卑劣）。这就像听见我们最深的渴望终成现实：世界真的可能焕然不同。)”可知，听众落泪是因为歌曲展现了和平的可能，触动了他们内心对和平的深切渴望。故选C。
4. 推理判断题。根据最后一段“It reminds us of those thoughts we keep hidden away, out of the range of the TV and newspaper stories that tell us how trivial (微不足道的) and mean human life is. It is like hearing that our deepest wishes really are true: the world really could be different. (它提醒我们那些被深藏心底的思绪——那些未被电视与报纸报道所触及的部分（这些报道总将人类生活描绘得如此微不足道与卑劣）。这就像听见我们最深的渴望终成现实：世界真的可能焕然不同。)”可知，作者通过这样的描述强调，圣诞停战故事揭示了人类内心渴望对同情与和平的向往，不是充满冲突与卑劣的世界。故选D。
Passage 9
Between 1945 and 2000, educators employed a fairly uniform approach. The teacher was the sun in the classroom, and all lessons and activities centered around him or her. Educators stressed the importance of discipline and obedience (服从) within the classroom, and students were expected to follow very rigid (死板的) standards for behavior and academic performance. The stated goal of this model was to ensure fairness by applying the same expectations; however, the result was that only a few students succeeded while many others were left behind.
When computers and Internet technology entered the classroom a few decades ago, another pattern appeared and progressive educators immediately saw the opportunity to change the way school worked. Instead of needing to focus on the teachers for the vast majority of the day, students could use computers, websites, and even games to learn new materials and improve their skills and knowledge. Not all educators welcomed this shift, however, as some believed it took power and responsibility away from the teachers and cheapened the educational experience for learners.
Over the last decade, two distinct camps of educators have emerged. Tech advocates stress that computers and Internet technology allow students to learn at their own pace in an environment that makes them feel comfortable, while the traditional classroom sets a pace that many learners can’t keep up with and often makes students feel uncomfortable. Traditionalists, on the other hand, believe that over-reliance on tech limits students’ ability to develop their own knowledge and skills and does little to prepare them for the realities of being adults in the real world.
Regrettably, the inability of these two parties to find an agreement has prevented the growth of our education system. We must learn from what worked in the past while adopting the best of our new technologies to create an education system that reflects our modern world. If we can’t get all our teachers on the same page, then we will be at risk of failing future generations.
1. Who can probably learn better under the 1945-2000 model of education
A．Lisa who tends to read by herself. B．Michael who likes to share ideas.
C．Tom who prefers hands-on learning. D．Kate who can focus on listening for long.
2. Why do some educators prefer the second education pattern
A．It allows for different learning styles. B．It has the same hope for students.
C．It fires students’ enthusiasm for learning. D．It reduces teachers’ level of stress.
3. What message is conveyed in paragraph 3
A．Great minds think alike. B．Everyone thinks in his way
C．It’s never too old to learn. D．One’s words reflect one’s thinking.
4. What is the author’s understanding of a good education system
A．It’s full of well-trained subject teachers. B．It’s an accurate mirror of the real world.
C．It’s accessible and cheap to all students D．It’s a combination of tradition and modernity
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. B 4. D
【导语】本文一篇是议论文。文章主要论述了两种不同教育模式的特点以及人们对它们不同的看法。
1. 推理判断题。根据第一段“Between 1945 and 2000, educators employed a fairly uniform approach. The teacher was the sun in the classroom, and all lessons and activities centered around him or her. Educators stressed the importance of discipline and obedience (服从) within the classroom, and students were expected to follow very rigid (死板的 ) standards for behavior and academic performance.(1945年至2000年期间，教育工作者采用了一种相当统一的教学方法。教师在课堂上是核心，所有的课程和活动都围绕他或她展开。教育工作者在课堂上强调纪律和服从的重要性，学生们被期望在行为和学习成绩上遵循非常严格的标准)”可知，1945年至2000的课堂以老师为中心，学生被要求认真听讲。因此推测，能长时间集中注意力倾听的凯特很可能学得好。故选D。
2. 推理判断题。根据第二段“Instead of needing to focus on the teachers for the vast majority of the day, students could use computers, websites, and even games to learn new materials and improve their skills and knowledge.(学生不再需要一天中的大部分时间都专注于教师，而是可以使用计算机、网站甚至游戏来学习新内容，提升技能和知识)”可知，因为这种教育模式使不同的学习方式成为可能，所以一些教育工作者比较喜欢。故选A。
3. 推理判断题。根据第三段“Tech advocates stress that computers and Internet technology allow students to learn at their own pace in an environment that makes them feel comfortable, while the traditional classroom sets a pace that many learners can’t keep up with and often makes students feel uncomfortable. Traditionalists, on the other hand, believe that over-reliance on tech limits students’ ability to develop their own knowledge and skills and does little to prepare them for the realities of being adults in the real world.(技术倡导者强调，计算机和互联网技术能让学生在舒适的环境中按自己的节奏学习，而传统课堂设定的节奏很多学习者跟不上，且常常让学生感到不适。而传统主义者则认为，过度依赖技术会限制学生发展自身知识和技能的能力，对他们为现实世界中的成人生活做准备并无多大帮助)”可知，就技术而言，科技支持者和传统主义者有不同的看法，也就是说仁者见仁，智者见智。故选B。
4. 推理判断题。根据最后一段“We must learn from what worked in the past while adopting the best of our new technologies to create an education system that reflects our modern world.(我们必须借鉴过去行之有效的方法，同时采用新技术中的精华，以创建一个反映我们现代世界的教育体系)”可推知，在作者看来，一个好的教育体制需要融合传统与现代。故选D。
Passage 10
If you think shopping online is more eco-friendly than driving to a store, think again.
It may sound strange, but the more eco-friendly way to shop is going to a physical store rather than by making purchases online from companies that don’t have physical stores, according to a new report in Environmental Science& Technology, a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by the American Chemical Society.
In the study, researchers estimated that shopping at physical stores for frequently bought items such as toilet paper, shampoo and toothpaste, often results in less greenhouse gas emissions (排放) than ordering the products from a company that only sells through the Internet.
The main reason is because of how people shop online: Many buy items online frequently — but they only buy a few items per purchase. “When they shop in a store, they aggregate these items in a single large purchase,” noted Sadegh Shahmohammadi, one of six researchers who worked on the year-and-a-half long study.
“Frequent online purchases produce more packaging waste, and online items tend to come from different distribution (配送) centers. Both factors result in higher greenhouse gas emissions per item,” said Shahmohammadi.
The team modeled their research on the movement of goods from the factory all the way through to the end consumer. They then specifically focused on the part of the retail supply chain (零售供应链) called “the last mile” delivery: the distance between a store to a customer, or in the case of online shopping, the distance between the distribution center for the goods to the customer.
The analysis showed that total greenhouse gas footprints per item purchased were higher from physical stores than those from bricks& clicks (when people order online and a physical store delivers the items to them) purchases in 63% of the shopping events but lower than those of pure players (strictly online sellers) in 81% of shopping events.
1. What’s the author’s purpose in mentioning the new report
A．To recommend a strange shopping habit. B．To introduce a respected scientific journal.
C．To analyze online shopping. D．To prove the advantage of offline shopping.
2. What does the underlined word “aggregate” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Combine. B．Produce. C．Divide. D．Check.
3. What can we learn about “the last mile” delivery
A．It is designed by the research team. B．It is managed by the factories.
C．It causes high greenhouse gas emissions. D．It influences the total greenhouse gas footprints.
4. According to the analysis, which is probably the most eco-friendly way to shop
A．Buying at physical stores. B．Buying from bricks & clicks.
C．Buying from pure players. D．Buying a few items per time.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. D 4. B
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了实体店购物比纯线上购物更环保的原因和研究结果。
1. 推理判断题。根据第一段的“If you think shopping online is more eco-friendly than driving to a store, think again.(如果你认为网上购物比开车去商店更环保，请三思而后行)”以及第二段“It may sound strange, but the more eco-friendly way to shop is going to a physical store rather than by making purchases online from companies that don’t have physical stores, according to a new report in Environmental Science& Technology, a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by the American Chemical Society.(这听起来可能很奇怪，但根据美国化学学会出版的同行评审科学期刊《环境科学与技术》的一份新报告，更环保的购物方式是去实体店，而不是从没有实体店的公司在线购物)”可推知，作者提到该报告是为了证明线下购物的好处。故选 D。
2. 词句猜测题。根据第四段的“The main reason is because of how people shop online: Many buy items online frequently — but they only buy a few items per purchase.(主要原因是人们在网上购物的方式：许多人经常在网上购物，但每次只买几件)”以及划线单词后面的“in a single large purchase(一次性大额购买)”可知， “aggregate these items in a single large purchase”的意思应该是与前文相反，表示当他们在商店购物时，他们会将这些商品合并为一笔大额购买，所以划线单词的意思应该是“集合，加在一起”。故选 A。
3. 推理判断题。根据第五段““Frequent online purchases produce more packaging waste, and online items tend to come from different distribution (配送) centers. Both factors result in higher greenhouse gas emissions per item,” said Shahmohammadi.(“频繁的在线购买会产生更多的包装浪费，在线商品往往来自不同的配送中心。这两个因素都会导致每件商品的温室气体排放量增加，”Shahmohammadi说)”以及第六段的“They then specifically focused on the part of the retail supply chain (零售供应链) called “the last mile” delivery: the distance between a store to a customer, or in the case of online shopping, the distance between the distribution center for the goods to the customer.(然后，他们特别关注零售供应链中被称为“最后一英里”交付的部分：商店到客户之间的距离，或者在网上购物的情况下，货物配送中心到客户之间)”可推知，“the last mile” delivery(最后一英里配送)指从商店到顾客或从配送中心到顾客的距离，这一部分影响了总的温室气体足迹。故选 D。
4. 推理判断题。根据最后一段“The analysis showed that total greenhouse gas footprints per item purchased were higher from physical stores than those from bricks& clicks (when people order online and a physical store delivers the items to them) purchases in 63% of the shopping events but lower than those of pure players (strictly online sellers) in 81% of shopping events.(分析显示，在63%的购物活动中，实体店购买的每件商品的温室气体排放总量高于bricks & clicks（当人们在网上订购，实体店将商品交付给他们时）的购买量，但在81%的购物事件中低于纯粹的参与者（严格意义上的在线卖家）)”可知，根据分析显示，在线上加线下（bricks & clicks）购物方式中，温室气体排放量在大多数购物事件中低于纯在线购物方式（pure players）。由此可推知，bricks & clicks这种方式可能是最环保的购物方式。故选 B。
Passage 11
A new study says the Amazon rainforest is nearing a tipping point in its decline that could see the biologically rich and diverse ecosystem turned into a savannah (热带草原).
“The Amazon is losing its ability to recover from disturbances like drought and extreme weather. Deforestation and climate change are likely the main drivers of this decline,” study co-author Niklas Boers said in a statement. The researchers say they’ve found evidence of this decline across 75 percent of the Amazon.
“It’s worth reminding ourselves that if it gets to that tipping point and we commit to losing the Amazon rainforest, we will get significant feedback on global climate change,” said Timothy Lenton, a scientist and co-author of the study.
The research team looked at three decades’ worth of satellite data, paying close attention to trees and other plants after extreme events. The researchers concluded that the forest, which is essential for oxygen production and carbon sequestration (碳封存), has been losing its resilience for the last two decades.
The researchers say the forest is nearing a tipping point, but the arrival date is unclear as a number of factors can push it closer to or farther from that edge. It’s just too challenging to estimate when the change may occur. But the scientists warn that once the tipping point has been crossed, the change could happen quickly.
The news comes after the Amazon recorded record levels of deforestation in Brazil in January. Animal agriculture is causing deforestation in the Amazon, as Brazil is now the world’s top beef exporter. Last November, the EU took steps to ban beef linked to deforestation. “What we propose is a pioneering initiative,” Virginijus Sinkevicius, the EU environment commissioner, said. “The EU action alone will not solve the problem. We also need major markets like the US to clean up their supply chain.”
1. What can we learn from the study
A．The Amazon rainforest is in danger of changing into grassland.
B．The Amazon rainforest has reached the point of no return.
C．Scientists are convinced that the change could happen quickly.
D．Scientists are unclear about what is responsible for the decline.
2. What does the underlined word “resilience” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A．The ability to predict the future. B．The ability to rise to challenges.
C．The ability to go back to normal. D．The ability to remain unchanged.
3. What does the EU environment commissioner expect
A．Deforestation will become easy to deal with. B．The export of beef should be banned.
C．More countries should join hands. D．The EU should adopt strict measures.
4. What is the text likely to be
A．A travel diary. B．A scientific report.
C．A lecture script. D．A biology textbook.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. C 4. B
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章报道了一项新的研究，指出亚马逊雨林正在接近一个临界点，其丰富的生物多样性生态系统可能会转变为热带草原。
1. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“A new study says the Amazon rainforest is nearing a tipping point in its decline that could see the biologically rich and diverse ecosystem turned into a savannah (热带草原).(一项新的研究表明，亚马逊雨林在其退化过程中正接近一个临界点，一旦越过这个临界点，这片生物资源丰富且多样的生态系统可能会变成一片热带草原。)”可知，新研究表明亚马逊雨林正接近一个临界点，可能会从生物丰富多样的生态系统转变为热带草原。故选A。
2. 词义猜测题。根据文章第二段“The Amazon is losing its ability to recover from disturbances like drought and extreme weather.(亚马逊雨林正在失去从干旱和极端天气等干扰中恢复的能力)”可知，亚马逊雨林正在失去从干旱和极端天气等干扰中恢复的能力。再根据划线单词所在句“The researchers concluded that the forest, which is essential for oxygen production and carbon sequestration (碳封存), has been losing its resilience for the last two decades.(研究人员得出结论，这片对氧气产生和碳封存至关重要的雨林，在过去二十年里一直在丧失其resilience。)”可推测，研究团队关注极端事件后树木和其他植物的情况，得出结论是在过去二十年里森林一直在丧失某种能力，这里的“resilience”与前文“recover”意思相近。选项C“The ability to go back to normal.(恢复到正常状态的能力)”与此相符。故选C。
3. 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段““What we propose is a pioneering initiative,” Virginijus Sinkevicius, the EU environment commissioner, said. “The EU action alone will not solve the problem. We also need major markets like the US to clean up their supply chain.”(“我们提出的是一项开创性的举措，”欧盟环境专员Virginijus Sinkevicius说道。“仅靠欧盟的行动无法解决这个问题。我们还需要像美国这样的主要市场来清理它们的供应链。”)”可知，专员认为仅靠欧盟的行动无法解决问题，还需要像美国这样的主要市场来清理它们的供应链。这意味着专员期望更多的国家能够参与进来，共同努力解决与亚马逊雨林砍伐相关的问题。故选C。
4. 推理判断题。根据文章内容可知，文章主要介绍了一项关于亚马逊雨林的研究，包括雨林面临的衰退问题、导致衰退的原因、研究的过程和结果等，属于科学研究范畴，所以很可能是一篇科学报告。故选B。
Passage 12
Qingming Festival Holidays Set to Boost “Spring Economy”
China’s Qingming Festival holidays have ignited a surge in cultural and tourism consumption, with scenic destinations, rural experiences, and outdoor activities driving the vibrant “spring economy.”
Scenic spots nationwide report booming visitor numbers, boosting hospitality, catering, and entertainment sectors. Regions like Shaanxi’s Xinnongxing Modern Agricultural Industrial Park are blending farming, education, and tourism, attracting thousands daily. “School groups dominate spring study tours, and advance bookings are essential for the upcoming holiday peak,” said coordinator Du Yangyang. The park offers hands-on activities like greenhouse tomato picking and seed art, capitalizing on rural tourism’s appeal.
Travel platforms like Fliggy note soaring demand for nature-based experiences: ticket sales for bamboo forests and scenic trails doubled year-on-year, while theme park bookings rose nearly 50%. Railways anticipate 4.05 million passenger trips from Apri13-7,a 3.8% annual increase, with car rentals up 33% as travelers prioritize flexibility.
Travel influencer Wang Yuhao plans a road trip along Anhui’s “Southern Anhui-Sichuan-Xizang Route,” opting for lesser-known Zhaji Ancient Village over crowded hotspots. “Homestay prices hit 900 yuan($124)nightly due to demand,” he said, highlighting a shift toward authentic, non-commercial experiences. Wang also observed growing interest in cycling routes and specialty coffee shops, sparking new business opportunities like mobile cafes and gear rentals.
Regional festivals further fuel the boom. Henan’s Xinye County launched its annual pear blossom event, featuring cultural performances and artisan markets. While cities like Shanghai and Beijing remain popular, rural destinations like Hubei’s Shennongjia and Ningxia’s Zhongwei attract visitors with pristine landscapes.
Outdoor gear sales reflect the trend: entry-level bicycles and portable camping equipment saw sharp demand spikes. “Most customers are preparing for holiday cycling trips,” said retailer director Chen Kang.
China’s Ministry of Commerce official Li Gang emphasized the resilience of consumer markets, noting that “innovative, experiential consumption models are key to boosting spending and improving quality of life.” As travelers embrace culturally immersive and nature-focused activities, the “spring economy” solidifies as a sustainable growth engine, signaling lasting shifts in tourism preferences.
1. What can we imply from the paragraph 2
A．Scenic spots nationwide report booming visitor scale and boosting capacity.
B．School groups dominating spring study tours which make advance bookings optional.
C．The Qingming Festival injects some refreshing energy into the economy boosting.
D．The park offers hands-on activities and capitalizing on urban tourism’s appeal.
2. Why does the author mention the “Southern Anhui-Sichuan-Xizang Route” in the text
A．To promote a newly constructed highway and a brand-new way of cycling.
B．To illustrate travelers’ rising preference for off-the-beaten-path experiences.
C．To compare ancient villages with modern cities to urge wiser travel choice.
D．To criticize overcrowded tourist hotspots and discouraged the tourism.
3. Which statement best reflects the author’s perspective on the “spring economy”
A．It prioritizes short-term profits over proper environmental protection.
B．It reshapes tourism through cultural and nature-driven innovation.
C．It disproportionately and strangely benefits urban centers like Shanghai.
D．It relies mainly on government subsidies for the spring economy growth.
4. What conclusion can be drawn about China’s consumer behavior from Li Gang’s remarks
A．Traditional shopping habits remain dominant.
B．Online retail has replaced physical stores.
C．Luxury goods demand is declining rapidly.
D．Experiential consumption drives market resilience.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. B 4. D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。中国清明节假期激发文化旅游消费热潮，“春季经济”蓬勃发展，旅游偏好和消费模式持续转变 。
1. 推理判断题。根据第一段“China’s Qingming Festival holidays have ignited a surge in cultural and tourism consumption, with scenic destinations, rural experiences, and outdoor activities driving the vibrant ‘spring economy.’ Scenic spots nationwide report booming visitor numbers, boosting hospitality, catering, and entertainment sectors. (中国的清明节假期激发了文化和旅游消费的热潮，风景名胜区、乡村体验和户外活动推动了充满活力的‘春季经济’。全国各景区游客数量激增，带动了酒店、餐饮和娱乐行业的发展。)”可知，清明节为经济增长注入了一些新的活力。故选C项。
2. 推理判断题。根据第四段“Travel influencer Wang Yuhao plans a road trip along Anhui’s ‘Southern Anhui-Sichuan-Xizang Route,’ opting for lesser-known Zhaji Ancient Village over crowded hotspots. ‘Homestay prices hit 900 yuan ($124) nightly due to demand,’ he said, highlighting a shift toward authentic, non-commercial experiences. (旅游博主王宇豪计划沿着安徽的‘皖南川藏线’进行一次公路旅行，他选择了鲜为人知的查济古村，而不是人满为患的热门景点。他说：‘由于需求旺盛，民宿每晚的价格高达900元（124 美元）。’ 这凸显了人们向真实、非商业化体验的转变。)”可知，作者提到‘皖南川藏线’是为了说明游客对人迹罕至的旅游体验的偏好不断上升。故选B项。
3. 推理判断题。根据最后一段“As travelers embrace culturally immersive and nature-focused activities, the ‘spring economy’ solidifies as a sustainable growth engine, signaling lasting shifts in tourism preferences. (随着游客接受文化沉浸式和以自然为中心的活动，‘春季经济’巩固为一个可持续的增长引擎，标志着旅游偏好的持久转变。)”可知，作者认为“春季经济”通过文化和自然驱动的创新重塑了旅游业。故选B项。
4. 推理判断题。根据最后一段“China’s Ministry of Commerce official Li Gang emphasized the resilience of consumer markets, noting that ‘innovative, experiential consumption models are key to boosting spending and improving quality of life.’ (中国商务部官员李刚强调了消费市场的韧性，并指出‘创新的、体验式的消费模式是促进消费和提高生活质量的关键。’)”可知，从李刚的话中可以得出，体验式消费推动了市场的韧性。故选D项。
Passage 13
A few days ago, I watched a video of myself talking in perfect Chinese. I’ve been studying the language on and off for only a few years, and I’m far from fluent. But there I was, pronouncing each character just as a native speaker would. “My favorite food is sushi,” I said — wo zui xihuan de shiwu shi shousi.
I’d created the video using software from a Los Angeles-based artificial-intelligence start-up called HeyGen. The technology, which only needs a single selfie and a script to generate deepfake videos of real people “saying” almost anything, is a testament (证明) to the advancements in AI language tools. This got me thinking about the declining interest in language learning with fewer students enrolling in foreign language courses and the decrease of English proficiency among young people in some places.
AI translation, integrated into social media and messaging platforms, seems to be everywhere. Even language-learning apps are using AI-generated content in their marketing. However, language translation is an art rather than a science. Something enormous will be lost in exchange for that convenience. As Anne, a Chinese translator said, “Building a ladder between widely different languages, such as Chinese and English, is sometimes as difficult as a doctor building a bridge in a patient’s heart,”
Language learning fosters cultural competency, a skill that AI cannot simply copy. Learning a different way to speak, read, and write helps people discover new ways to see the world. No machine can replace such a profoundly human experience. Deborah Cohn, a language professor, emphasizes that language learning is actually about understanding and connecting with different cultures; Instead of abandoning language courses in favor of AI, some educators advocate for emphasizing the intercultural aspects of language learning. Paula Krebs of the MLA points out that even with a “universal translator”, sometimes, the greater meaning of people’s utterance (言辞) remains a mystery.
In essence, while AI language tools offer convenience, they lack the depth and cultural insight that comes from human language learning. The challenge and beauty of learning a language are in understanding the cultural tapestry (织锦) that weaves through words, something AI has yet to achieve.
1. Why does the author give the example in paragraph 1
A．To promote the language software.
B．To show off his Chinese language skills.
C．To prove learning a language is a wasted effort.
D．To encourage critical thinking about AI language tools.
2. What can we learn from paragraph 3
A．AI translation deserves more attention.
B．Language apps play a key role in marketing.
C．Language translation is far beyond technology.
D．Learning a different language is an uphill battle.
3. What is the key benefit of learning a language according to the passage
A．Better digital literacy.
B．Improved translation skills.
C．Deeper cultural confidence.
D．Effective intercultural interaction.
4. What does the author imply in the last paragraph
A．AI language tools offer convenience.
B．AI facilitates language learning in terms of culture.
C．AI is far from perfect in helping language understanding.
D．AI has achieved success in the development of language learning tools.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. D 4. C
【导语】这是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了人工智能语言工具的便利性与语言学习的文化深度之间的差异，作者引导我们对人工智能语言工具进行批判性思考然后得出结论：人工智能在帮助语言理解方面远非完美。
1. 推理判断题。由文章第一段“A few days ago, I watched a video of myself talking in perfect Chinese. I’ve been studying the language on and off for only a few years, and I’m far from fluent. But there I was, pronouncing each character just as a native speaker would. ‘My favorite food is sushi,’ I said — wo zui xihuan de shiwu shi shousi.(几天前，我看了一段我自己说一口流利汉语的视频。我断断续续地学习这门语言才几年，还远谈不上流利。但我就这样，每个字的发音就像母语人士一样。‘我最喜欢的食物是寿司，’我说——我最喜欢吃寿司。)”以及下文，尤其是最后一段中“In essence, while AI language tools offer convenience, they lack the depth and cultural insight that comes from human language learning.(从本质上讲，虽然人工智能语言工具提供了便利，但它们缺乏人类语言学习所带来的深度和文化洞察力。)”可知，文章第一段以作者自己的体验引出AI语言工具，然后鼓励对AI语言工具进行批判性思考。故选D项。
2. 推理判断题。由文章第三段中“However, language translation is an art rather than a science. Something enormous will be lost in exchange for that convenience.(然而，语言翻译是一门艺术，而不是一门科学。为了换取这种便利，将失去一些巨大的东西。)”以及“Building a ladder between widely阅读理解15篇 高一下 期中考
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一、 真题专区 Passage 1 – 6
二、 模拟训练 Passage 7 -15
Passage 1
广东省深圳市新安中学（集团）高中部2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）Beyond the famous historic cities and world-famous sights, you’ll find the real Italy tucked away. Meet some of Italy’s lesser-known regions and get to know the real Italy.
Cilento
Located just south of Naples, the walking paths and coastal roads of Cilento will reward you with inspiring sea views, highland backdrops and beautiful harbor (港口) towns. The waterside restaurants offer the best buffalo mozzarella, a type of cheese, in Italy! You’ll find many hundred-year-old people living here thanks to their healthy diet.
Umbria
Landlocked Umbria is a truly corner of Italy and is a feast for the senses with its museums, galleries, Romanesque churches and cathedrals. Wander through the narrow streets of historic Perugia, take a guided tour of the impressive Etruscan caves at Orvieto, or admire the frescoes (湿壁画) of the Basilica di San Francesco and the tomb of St. Francis of Assisi.
Piedmont
While the region is full of green-gold vineyard (葡萄园), Piedmont is also a hotbed of culinary excellence, with its focus on local production and food origin. The small town of Bra and its parish, Pollenzo, is the birthplace of the international Slow Food movement, and home to the University of Gastronomic Sciences.
Basilicata
Basilicata is filled with historic hilltop towns that look out across the mountainous landscapes of the Lucanian Dolomites. As a region that remains relatively unexplored, it is a fascinating corner off the beaten path that is attractive for its historical presence. It’s home to neighbourhoods of prehistoric houses believed by many to be the place where Italy’s first settlers arrived over 9,000 years ago.
1. Which region has a number of long-lived people
A．Cilento. B．Umbria. C．Piedmont. D．Basilicata.
2. What can we learn about Umbria
A．It is famous for grapes paintings.
B．It is a narrow place where few people live.
C．People can enjoy the best cheese in Italy.
D．People can be impressed by its galleries and museums.
3. What is special about Basilicata
A．It attracts food lovers. B．It is a less visited historic place.
C．It was once attacked by Italian. D．It’s fascinating to walk on the path.
Passage 2
广东省深圳市南山实验教育集团华侨城高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）Consider going eastward, you will see mountains, forests and thousands of lakes, as well as wide rivers and large cities. On the 15th June I set foot off the airplane and into Calgary, Canada. I’ve never been to this side of the world before and I had some strange expectations when I could only see fields and no cityscape in view from my plane window during landing. However, as we got closer and closer to the airport the city came into view.
Phew! I breathed a sigh of relief as I’m a real city-goer. We were greeted by uncle and whisked away to the main city. The large amount of greenery in Calgary’s city makes it a completely different city to visit and I advise if anybody is around this side of the world, it’s surely an interesting visit. It not only brings us good feelings, it also makes you fall in love with this city. Despite all the things we’ve done here, the thing that blew me away the most was the Canadian woodlands and mountains just a few hours outside of Calgary. The highlight for me was risking travelling to the small town of Fernie and hiking into the woods up to a small waterfall where the water was so clear we could just drink straight from the stream.
The time away from the main city had a great holiday feel and gave me time to recover after a busy university year. It’s been a great experience being in the Canadian mountains and woodlands and it taught me the importance of just having some time for yourself! So whatever you guys are doing this summer, make sure you take some time out to relax, rest and recharge. Maybe you will get a much more comfortable trip when you jump out of the busy work.
1. Which of the following best describes the author’s feeling while landing
A．Embarrassed. B．Hopeful. C．Afraid. D．Amazed.
2. What makes Calgary a quite different city
A．Friendship from the local people. B．Culture outside of the city.
C．Natural beauty of the city. D．Various outdoor activities.
3. What does the underlined word “highlight” in Paragraph 2 mean
A．Top attraction. B．Colorful entertainment.
C．Bright area. D．Sincere communication.
4. What can be inferred about the author’s travel experience
A．He needs relaxation from his university year. B．He prefers the city’s busy life.
C．He shows great appreciation to his uncle. D．He is enthusiastic about work.
Passage 3
广东省深圳市新安中学（集团）高中部2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）From the deserts of Southern California to the forests of Alaska, the U. S. possesses a diversity (多样性) of nature. For most of her life, Joy Ryan never saw the scenery beyond her home state of Ohio. Then, when she was in her mid-eighties, her grandson Brad Ryan decided to take her on a journey to all of the U. S. National Parks, which took eight years to complete. At the age of 93, Grandma Joy has finally seen all 63 parks, ending her journey in the National Park of American Samoa.
“When I learned she had never seen the great wildernesses of America-deserts, mountains, oceans, I decided to intervene (干预) in some way,” Brad says. This idea inspired their first trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. However, once they were on the road, Brad realized that they could visit more parks that were nearby. Over the years, they managed to see all of the famous sights at Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, the Redwoods, and so on. But Brad values the time spent with his grandmother just as much as the amazing places they were able to visit.
Despite Grandma Joy’s older age, she was able to hike mountains. Brad regards her love for life as the key to her good health. She is grateful for each new day and is always excited for the next journey. Finally, their long journey across the U.S. came to an end with American Samoa.
“I am thankful every morning for giving me another day,” Grandma Joy shares. “And you’re your choice whether you’re going to have a rainy day or a sunny day. So, smile at everybody, and let everybody know you’re having a whale of a time.” While her tour of the U. S. has come to a close, she and her grandson are not done traveling. Next up, they have their sights set on Kenya.
1. Why did Brad decide to intervene in some way
A．To celebrate Grandma Joy’s 93rd birthday.
B．To complete a task he promised Grandma Joy.
C．To enrich Grandma Joy’s travelling experiences.
D．To realize Grandma Joy’s dream of visiting parks.
2. Which of the following best describes their tour in Brad’s eyes
A．Tough and challenging. B．Tiring but educational.
C．Stressful but eye-opening. D．Amazing and worthwhile.
3. Which factor mainly contributes to Grandma Joy’s good health
A．Her grandson’s inspiration. B．Her positive attitude.
C．Her regular exercise. D．Her adventurous spirit.
4. What can be a suitable title for the text
A．Stay Curious, Stay Young B．Never too Old to Hit the Road
C．Laughter, the Best Medicine D．Travelling Contributes to Long Life
Passage 4
广东省深圳市南山实验教育集团华侨城高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）A small group of brave and curious young Irish musicians have taken it upon themselves to save a tradition of songs. Their project aims to put the elders of a nearly-past generation in front of a microphone, to protect their songs and stories for musicians to hear and study for all time.
Some experts often pass warnings about how much oral tradition the human race loses to modernity every year. In Ireland, a country famous for its singers, the Song Collectors Collective (SCC) celebrates that history by honoring the people who have kept its roots alive. Most of them are from the reclusive (隐居的) traveler communities. Rather than simply collecting words, each song can be accessed only by exploring the life and story of the person who sang it for the SCC, or the so-called “Tradition Bearer”.
Take Freda Black, for example, a great-grandmother in her mid-eighties. She kept so many songs that she admitted she couldn’t possibly count them. She would go on to feature in the recently released album by a modern folk singer and SCC member, Sam Lee. “I love spending time at the knee of these elders,” Lee said. “I am very lucky. I catch an end of an era.”
“It is a common request for the songs and stories to be recorded and shared as the old ways are not being passed on and this huge store of knowledge of an ancient way of life is forgotten. In the current era of accessible recording technology, there is no excuse for not documenting and sharing this rich but fragile (脆弱的) tradition,” wrote the SCC．Having collected hundreds of recordings from dozens of singers, the SCC is beginning to host educational events, sharing the stories and singing voices for those interested in hearing them, as well as how people can become collectors in their own way.
1. How do those young Irish musicians save the tradition of songs
A．By spreading their new music styles.
B．By recording old folk songs and related stories.
C．By teaching young people to learn traditional songs.
D．By improving the living conditions of elderly musicians.
2. What can we infer from Sam Lee’s words
A．He is glad to keep a valuable tradition of music.
B．His latest album carries the memory of his grandma.
C．He is lucky to have got some help in learning music.
D．His music is inspired by conversations with Freda Black.
3. What further promotes the SCC’s protection of the oral tradition
A．Market demand. B．The support of famous musicians.
C．High praise from the elderly. D．Technological progress.
4. Which of the following can best describe the SCC’s work
A．Effective and interesting. B．Successful but confusing.
C．Necessary and meaningful. D．Professional but dangerous.
Passage 5
广东省深圳市南山实验教育集团华侨城高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题）Bad news for banana lovers: A fungus (真菌) that’s particularly good at killing the fruit has finally reached Latin America — a major supplier of the world’s bananas.
Recently, officials in Colombia announced a national emergency after confirming the presence of this fatal fungus, known as Fusarium oxysporum Tropical Race 4 (TR4), in the country. This is the first time the fungus has been found in Latin America. However, the fungus isn’t new. Over the past years, it has been destroying banana plantations in Asia, Australia and East Africa.
Although this fungus isn’t harmful to humans, it is a “serious threat” to banana production. The fungus attacks the plants’ roots and blocks their vascular (维管的) system — the network used to transport water and nutrients (营养物) and finally kills the plants. Once the fungus finds its way into soil, it can’t be treated with fungicides, and it’s very difficult to remove.
What’s more, the fungus attacks the most commonly exported banana — the Cavendish banana. “For Western countries, the vast majority of the bananas we eat are from the same Cavendish subgroup,” said Nicolas Roux, a senior scientist.
Sarah Gurr, Exeter University’s chair in food security, continued to explained to Wired, “Cavendish bananas are in effect clones of their parents. So the similarity in their genes makes them easy targets of the disease. Actually, we are likely to lose the Cavendish banana.”
Officials reported that the TR4 fungus was found in a l75-hectare area in the La Guajira region of northern Colombia. The country has separated affected areas and destroyed some of them in an effort to fight the fungus. A number of ideas have come up to help save the Cavendish banana, including genetically engineering plants that will not be affected by TR4.
1. Why did Colombia announce a national emergency
A．Because the TR4 fungus stops banana trees producing fruits.
B．Because there was TR4 fungus in Colombia.
C．Because a fearful fungus was spreading quickly.
D．Because Colombia had no bananas to transport to Europe.
2. What do we know about TR4 fungus
A．It causes the death of banana plants. B．It is dangerous for human beings.
C．It competes with banana trees for water. D．It exists in the air to attack plants.
3. What makes Sarah Gurr worried about the Cavendish banana
A．Their importance in global fruit supply. B．Their poor ability to gain nutrients.
C．Their lack of genetic diversity. D．Their wide planting in Latin America.
4. Which is the best title for the text
A．Bananas crisis in Latin America B．The best bananas in the world
C．Fungus harms plants D．Banana-killing fungus reached Latin America
Passage 6
广东省深圳市第二实验学校2023-2024学年高一下学期期中英语试卷）Small-scale fisheries supply many people with food. Almost all of those in this trade rely on gillnets (刺网) to trap fish. But gillnets trap other things, for example, endangered animals such as turtles; dangerous ones, such as Humboldt squid; and ones that are both endangered and dangerous, such as several types of sharks. Everyone involved would be better off if this did not happen.
Building on studies done both by himself and by others, to try to avoid the accidental netting of turtles, Jesse Senko, a marine-conservation biologist at Arizona State University, has been investigating the idea of fitting LEDs to nets to avoid netting other unwanted by-catch (误捕的鱼) without discouraging target animals. And, as he reports in Current Biology, it seems to work.
Dr. Senko and his team set up an experiment in the Gulf of Ulloa, in Mexico, in which they cooperated with local fishermen to employ over 10,000 meters of nets that had had nets battery-powered waterproof green LEDs fixed onto them every ten meters. Half of these lights were lit. The other half were left unlit, as controls. Each lit net was paired with an unlit one, and the two were used alongside one another at major fishing locations. The fishers’ target fish were large groupers (石斑鱼). Dr. Senko was interested both in what else got caught and whether the lights decreased catches of the target species.
On the latter point, to his relief, they did not. On the former, the lit net s caught 95% fewer kilograms of shark-related species. In particular, several threatened species turned up less often in the lit than the unlit nets.
The advantage from the point of view of fishermen was that they needed to spend a lot less time clearing these dangerous by-catches from their nets. And, crucially, the LEDs concerned are cheap, hard-wearing, and easy to fix. There are also plans to make them solar powered, for easy recharging. Here, then, is an environmental-protection idea from which everyone wins.
1. What is the problem with gillnets
A．They are costly to maintain. B．They trap unwanted by-catches.
C．They discourage target catches. D．They only trap dangerous species.
2. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A．The principle of the experiment. B．The results of the experiment.
C．The purpose of the experiment D．The process of the experiment.
3. What can be inferred from Dr. Senko’s experiment
A．Fixing LEDs to gillnets is a win-win idea.
B．Fishermen benefit the most from the idea.
C．The Lit-net catches more threatened species.
D．The LED-net just catches less target species.
4. What was the author’s attitude to the LEDs’ idea
A．Critical. B．Unclear. C．Hopeful. D．Doubtful.
Passage 7
Qingming Festival, observed in early April, is a cornerstone of Chinese tradition, harmonizing ancestral reverence with spring’s renewal. Rooted in ancient rites like tomb sweeping and the Cold Food Festival, it bridges familial bonds and nature’s cycles. Customs include honoring ancestors with offerings, venturing outdoors for kite-flying, and savoring seasonal delicacies like Qingtuan. These practices reflect a cultural philosophy of balancing remembrance with vitality, intertwining history with the rejuvenating spirit of spring. As families gather, Qingming becomes a poignant celebration of continuity, embodying respect for the past and hope for new beginnings.
Tomb Sweeping (Qingming)
Originating from ancient ancestral worship, this ritual honors deceased family members. During the Cold Food Festival (merged with Qingming), people avoided fire and cleaned graves. Today, families sweep tombs, offer flowers, burn incense, and “spirit money” to show respect. Some place willow branches on graves, symbolizing vitality, or share symbolic meals to commune with ancestors.
Spring Outings(Taqing)
Rooted in agricultural traditions, Qingming marks spring’s arrival. People venture outdoors to embrace nature’s renewal, flying kites or picnicking. This custom also stems from avoiding indoor smoke during the Cold Food Festival. Celebrations include hiking, flying kites with lanterns, and enjoying seasonal treats like Qingtuan, blending reverence with joy in nature’s awakening
.Flying Kites
Ancient Chinese believed flying kites during Qingming could ward off misfortune. Some write ailments on kites,cut strings to “release” bad luck. Brightly colored kites also symbolize hopes for prosperity. Modern celebrations feature artistic kite designs and nighttime lantern-adorned kites, merging folklore with communal festivities under spring skies.
Eating Qingtuan
These green rice dumplings, dyed with mugwort, originated from the Cold Food Festival’s fire ban, requiring portable meals. Qingtuan’s green hue symbolizes spring and renewal. Families now make or buy them as offerings and snacks, filled with sweet bean paste. The dish bridges historical fasting practices with contemporary culinary heritage, embodying seasonal renewal.
1. What do people traditionally do during Tomb Sweeping
A．Fly kites with written wishes to show respect.
B．Prepare green rice dumplings as heartfelt offerings.
C．Clean graves genuinely and burn “spirit money”.
D．Plant willow trees around tombs to provide shade.
2. The practice of eating Qingtuan originated from the need to ______
A．honor spring’s vitality with green color.
B．avoid cooking fires during a festival.
C．create portable snacks for outdoor picnics.
D．exchange gifts between family members.
3. What is the main cultural theme of Qingming Festival
A．Solemn agricultural rituals and jubilant harvest celebrations.
B．Remembering the past while welcoming refreshing renewal.
C．Family competitions in kite-flying skills and new methods.
D．Religious ceremonies for nature worship and appreciation.
Passage 8
It was December 25, 1914, only 5 months into World War I. German, British, and French soldiers, already sick and tired of the senseless killing, disobeyed their superiors and fraternized (打得火热) with “the enemy” along two-thirds of the Western Front. German troops held Christmas trees up out of the trenches (战壕) with signs, “Merry Christmas.”
“You no shoot, we no shoot.” Thousands of troops streamed across a no-man’s land filled with dead bodies. They sang Christmas carols, exchanged photographs of loved ones back home, shared rations, played football, and even roasted some pigs. Soldiers embraced men they had been trying to kill a few short hours before. They agreed to warn each other if the Generals (将军) forced them to fire their weapons, and to aim high.
It shocked the high command on either side. Here was disaster in the making: soldiers declaring their brotherhood with each other and refusing to fight. The generals on both sides declared this peacemaking to be wrong. Fifteen million would be killed.
Not many people have heard the story of the Christmas Truce (停战协议). On Christmas Day, 1988, a story in the Boston Globe mentioned that a local am radio host played “Christmas in the Trenches” several times and was surprised by the effect. The song became the most requested recording during the holidays in Boston on several am stations. “Some callers even telephone the host, deeply moved and in tears, asking, ‘What the hell did I just hear ’”
You can probably guess why the callers were in tears. The Christmas Truce story goes against most of what we have been taught about people. It gives us a glimpse of the world as we wish it could be and says, “This really happened once.” It reminds us of those thoughts we keep hidden away, out of the range of the TV and newspaper stories that tell us how trivial (微不足道的) and mean human life is. It is like hearing that our deepest wishes really are true: the world really could be different.
1. What is the main idea of Paragraph 2
A．The troops celebrated their victories.
B．The generals forced their army to fight back.
C．The soldiers made peace with their enemies.
D．The soldiers decided to give in to their enemies.
2. What is the Generals’ attitude toward the soldiers’ actions
A．Supportive. B．Dissatisfied.
C．Objective. D．Positive.
3. Why were the callers in tears after they heard “Christmas in the Trenches”
A．The melody of the song was beautiful.
B．The song revealed the cruelty of the war.
C．The song touched their deepest hopes for peace.
D．The host’s heartfelt narration deeply moved the callers.
4. by does the author describe the Christmas Truce story as “like hearing that our deepest wishes really are true”
A．It criticize the role of the Generals in World War I.
B．It proves that wars can end through simple acts of kindness.
C．It shows that historical events are often exaggerated by later generations.
D．It reflects humanity’s hidden hope for a world defined by sympathy, not conflict.
Passage 9
Between 1945 and 2000, educators employed a fairly uniform approach. The teacher was the sun in the classroom, and all lessons and activities centered around him or her. Educators stressed the importance of discipline and obedience (服从) within the classroom, and students were expected to follow very rigid (死板的) standards for behavior and academic performance. The stated goal of this model was to ensure fairness by applying the same expectations; however, the result was that only a few students succeeded while many others were left behind.
When computers and Internet technology entered the classroom a few decades ago, another pattern appeared and progressive educators immediately saw the opportunity to change the way school worked. Instead of needing to focus on the teachers for the vast majority of the day, students could use computers, websites, and even games to learn new materials and improve their skills and knowledge. Not all educators welcomed this shift, however, as some believed it took power and responsibility away from the teachers and cheapened the educational experience for learners.
Over the last decade, two distinct camps of educators have emerged. Tech advocates stress that computers and Internet technology allow students to learn at their own pace in an environment that makes them feel comfortable, while the traditional classroom sets a pace that many learners can’t keep up with and often makes students feel uncomfortable. Traditionalists, on the other hand, believe that over-reliance on tech limits students’ ability to develop their own knowledge and skills and does little to prepare them for the realities of being adults in the real world.
Regrettably, the inability of these two parties to find an agreement has prevented the growth of our education system. We must learn from what worked in the past while adopting the best of our new technologies to create an education system that reflects our modern world. If we can’t get all our teachers on the same page, then we will be at risk of failing future generations.
1. Who can probably learn better under the 1945-2000 model of education
A．Lisa who tends to read by herself. B．Michael who likes to share ideas.
C．Tom who prefers hands-on learning. D．Kate who can focus on listening for long.
2. Why do some educators prefer the second education pattern
A．It allows for different learning styles. B．It has the same hope for students.
C．It fires students’ enthusiasm for learning. D．It reduces teachers’ level of stress.
3. What message is conveyed in paragraph 3
A．Great minds think alike. B．Everyone thinks in his way
C．It’s never too old to learn. D．One’s words reflect one’s thinking.
4. What is the author’s understanding of a good education system
A．It’s full of well-trained subject teachers. B．It’s an accurate mirror of the real world.
C．It’s accessible and cheap to all students D．It’s a combination of tradition and modernity
Passage 10
If you think shopping online is more eco-friendly than driving to a store, think again.
It may sound strange, but the more eco-friendly way to shop is going to a physical store rather than by making purchases online from companies that don’t have physical stores, according to a new report in Environmental Science& Technology, a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by the American Chemical Society.
In the study, researchers estimated that shopping at physical stores for frequently bought items such as toilet paper, shampoo and toothpaste, often results in less greenhouse gas emissions (排放) than ordering the products from a company that only sells through the Internet.
The main reason is because of how people shop online: Many buy items online frequently — but they only buy a few items per purchase. “When they shop in a store, they aggregate these items in a single large purchase,” noted Sadegh Shahmohammadi, one of six researchers who worked on the year-and-a-half long study.
“Frequent online purchases produce more packaging waste, and online items tend to come from different distribution (配送) centers. Both factors result in higher greenhouse gas emissions per item,” said Shahmohammadi.
The team modeled their research on the movement of goods from the factory all the way through to the end consumer. They then specifically focused on the part of the retail supply chain (零售供应链) called “the last mile” delivery: the distance between a store to a customer, or in the case of online shopping, the distance between the distribution center for the goods to the customer.
The analysis showed that total greenhouse gas footprints per item purchased were higher from physical stores than those from bricks& clicks (when people order online and a physical store delivers the items to them) purchases in 63% of the shopping events but lower than those of pure players (strictly online sellers) in 81% of shopping events.
1. What’s the author’s purpose in mentioning the new report
A．To recommend a strange shopping habit. B．To introduce a respected scientific journal.
C．To analyze online shopping. D．To prove the advantage of offline shopping.
2. What does the underlined word “aggregate” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Combine. B．Produce. C．Divide. D．Check.
3. What can we learn about “the last mile” delivery
A．It is designed by the research team. B．It is managed by the factories.
C．It causes high greenhouse gas emissions. D．It influences the total greenhouse gas footprints.
4. According to the analysis, which is probably the most eco-friendly way to shop
A．Buying at physical stores. B．Buying from bricks & clicks.
C．Buying from pure players. D．Buying a few items per time.
Passage 11
A new study says the Amazon rainforest is nearing a tipping point in its decline that could see the biologically rich and diverse ecosystem turned into a savannah (热带草原).
“The Amazon is losing its ability to recover from disturbances like drought and extreme weather. Deforestation and climate change are likely the main drivers of this decline,” study co-author Niklas Boers said in a statement. The researchers say they’ve found evidence of this decline across 75 percent of the Amazon.
“It’s worth reminding ourselves that if it gets to that tipping point and we commit to losing the Amazon rainforest, we will get significant feedback on global climate change,” said Timothy Lenton, a scientist and co-author of the study.
The research team looked at three decades’ worth of satellite data, paying close attention to trees and other plants after extreme events. The researchers concluded that the forest, which is essential for oxygen production and carbon sequestration (碳封存), has been losing its resilience for the last two decades.
The researchers say the forest is nearing a tipping point, but the arrival date is unclear as a number of factors can push it closer to or farther from that edge. It’s just too challenging to estimate when the change may occur. But the scientists warn that once the tipping point has been crossed, the change could happen quickly.
The news comes after the Amazon recorded record levels of deforestation in Brazil in January. Animal agriculture is causing deforestation in the Amazon, as Brazil is now the world’s top beef exporter. Last November, the EU took steps to ban beef linked to deforestation. “What we propose is a pioneering initiative,” Virginijus Sinkevicius, the EU environment commissioner, said. “The EU action alone will not solve the problem. We also need major markets like the US to clean up their supply chain.”
1. What can we learn from the study
A．The Amazon rainforest is in danger of changing into grassland.
B．The Amazon rainforest has reached the point of no return.
C．Scientists are convinced that the change could happen quickly.
D．Scientists are unclear about what is responsible for the decline.
2. What does the underlined word “resilience” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A．The ability to predict the future. B．The ability to rise to challenges.
C．The ability to go back to normal. D．The ability to remain unchanged.
3. What does the EU environment commissioner expect
A．Deforestation will become easy to deal with. B．The export of beef should be banned.
C．More countries should join hands. D．The EU should adopt strict measures.
4. What is the text likely to be
A．A travel diary. B．A scientific report.
C．A lecture script. D．A biology textbook.
Passage 12
Qingming Festival Holidays Set to Boost “Spring Economy”
China’s Qingming Festival holidays have ignited a surge in cultural and tourism consumption, with scenic destinations, rural experiences, and outdoor activities driving the vibrant “spring economy.”
Scenic spots nationwide report booming visitor numbers, boosting hospitality, catering, and entertainment sectors. Regions like Shaanxi’s Xinnongxing Modern Agricultural Industrial Park are blending farming, education, and tourism, attracting thousands daily. “School groups dominate spring study tours, and advance bookings are essential for the upcoming holiday peak,” said coordinator Du Yangyang. The park offers hands-on activities like greenhouse tomato picking and seed art, capitalizing on rural tourism’s appeal.
Travel platforms like Fliggy note soaring demand for nature-based experiences: ticket sales for bamboo forests and scenic trails doubled year-on-year, while theme park bookings rose nearly 50%. Railways anticipate 4.05 million passenger trips from Apri13-7,a 3.8% annual increase, with car rentals up 33% as travelers prioritize flexibility.
Travel influencer Wang Yuhao plans a road trip along Anhui’s “Southern Anhui-Sichuan-Xizang Route,” opting for lesser-known Zhaji Ancient Village over crowded hotspots. “Homestay prices hit 900 yuan($124)nightly due to demand,” he said, highlighting a shift toward authentic, non-commercial experiences. Wang also observed growing interest in cycling routes and specialty coffee shops, sparking new business opportunities like mobile cafes and gear rentals.
Regional festivals further fuel the boom. Henan’s Xinye County launched its annual pear blossom event, featuring cultural performances and artisan markets. While cities like Shanghai and Beijing remain popular, rural destinations like Hubei’s Shennongjia and Ningxia’s Zhongwei attract visitors with pristine landscapes.
Outdoor gear sales reflect the trend: entry-level bicycles and portable camping equipment saw sharp demand spikes. “Most customers are preparing for holiday cycling trips,” said retailer director Chen Kang.
China’s Ministry of Commerce official Li Gang emphasized the resilience of consumer markets, noting that “innovative, experiential consumption models are key to boosting spending and improving quality of life.” As travelers embrace culturally immersive and nature-focused activities, the “spring economy” solidifies as a sustainable growth engine, signaling lasting shifts in tourism preferences.
1. What can we imply from the paragraph 2
A．Scenic spots nationwide report booming visitor scale and boosting capacity.
B．School groups dominating spring study tours which make advance bookings optional.
C．The Qingming Festival injects some refreshing energy into the economy boosting.
D．The park offers hands-on activities and capitalizing on urban tourism’s appeal.
2. Why does the author mention the “Southern Anhui-Sichuan-Xizang Route” in the text
A．To promote a newly constructed highway and a brand-new way of cycling.
B．To illustrate travelers’ rising preference for off-the-beaten-path experiences.
C．To compare ancient villages with modern cities to urge wiser travel choice.
D．To criticize overcrowded tourist hotspots and discouraged the tourism.
3. Which statement best reflects the author’s perspective on the “spring economy”
A．It prioritizes short-term profits over proper environmental protection.
B．It reshapes tourism through cultural and nature-driven innovation.
C．It disproportionately and strangely benefits urban centers like Shanghai.
D．It relies mainly on government subsidies for the spring economy growth.
4. What conclusion can be drawn about China’s consumer behavior from Li Gang’s remarks
A．Traditional shopping habits remain dominant.
B．Online retail has replaced physical stores.
C．Luxury goods demand is declining rapidly.
D．Experiential consumption drives market resilience.
Passage 13
A few days ago, I watched a video of myself talking in perfect Chinese. I’ve been studying the language on and off for only a few years, and I’m far from fluent. But there I was, pronouncing each character just as a native speaker would. “My favorite food is sushi,” I said — wo zui xihuan de shiwu shi shousi.
I’d created the video using software from a Los Angeles-based artificial-intelligence start-up called HeyGen. The technology, which only needs a single selfie and a script to generate deepfake videos of real people “saying” almost anything, is a testament (证明) to the advancements in AI language tools. This got me thinking about the declining interest in language learning with fewer students enrolling in foreign language courses and the decrease of English proficiency among young people in some places.
AI translation, integrated into social media and messaging platforms, seems to be everywhere. Even language-learning apps are using AI-generated content in their marketing. However, language translation is an art rather than a science. Something enormous will be lost in exchange for that convenience. As Anne, a Chinese translator said, “Building a ladder between widely different languages, such as Chinese and English, is sometimes as difficult as a doctor building a bridge in a patient’s heart,”
Language learning fosters cultural competency, a skill that AI cannot simply copy. Learning a different way to speak, read, and write helps people discover new ways to see the world. No machine can replace such a profoundly human experience. Deborah Cohn, a language professor, emphasizes that language learning is actually about understanding and connecting with different cultures; Instead of abandoning language courses in favor of AI, some educators advocate for emphasizing the intercultural aspects of language learning. Paula Krebs of the MLA points out that even with a “universal translator”, sometimes, the greater meaning of people’s utterance (言辞) remains a mystery.
In essence, while AI language tools offer convenience, they lack the depth and cultural insight that comes from human language learning. The challenge and beauty of learning a language are in understanding the cultural tapestry (织锦) that weaves through words, something AI has yet to achieve.
1. Why does the author give the example in paragraph 1
A．To promote the language software.
B．To show off his Chinese language skills.
C．To prove learning a language is a wasted effort.
D．To encourage critical thinking about AI language tools.
2. What can we learn from paragraph 3
A．AI translation deserves more attention.
B．Language apps play a key role in marketing.
C．Language translation is far beyond technology.
D．Learning a different language is an uphill battle.
3. What is the key benefit of learning a language according to the passage
A．Better digital literacy.
B．Improved translation skills.
C．Deeper cultural confidence.
D．Effective intercultural interaction.
4. What does the author imply in the last paragraph
A．AI language tools offer convenience.
B．AI facilitates language learning in terms of culture.
C．AI is far from perfect in helping language understanding.
D．AI has achieved success in the development of language learning tools.
Passage 14
Over 7 million people in China registered as organ donors, says official at national commemoration
China’s annual national commemoration event for human organ donation was held in Shenyang, Northeast China’s Liaoning Province, on Tuesday. Health officials announced at the event that China has seen a year-on-year increase in organ donation and transplants, with over 7.05 million people registered as organ donors in the country.
The event, held ahead of the Qingming Festival — a traditional holiday for honoring the deceased — featured stories of organ donors and their families, transplant recipients, and donation coordinators. It also included a memorial ceremony for 26 donors, with a moment of silence and floral tributes. Attendees included officials, family representatives of the donors, and medical students.
This national annual commemoration, guided by the Red Cross Society of China and the National Health Commission and organized by the China Organ Donation Administrative Center(CODAC), is also a promotional activity for organ donation.
The publicity ambassador for human organ donation in China, Zhang Dingyu, was appointed to the role in March. A recipient of the national honorary title “The People’s Hero” in 2020, Zhang was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS), a fatal and incurable disease, but he remained on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, he made the decision to donate his body for future research on ALS.
Speaking about his current condition on Tuesday, Zhang noted that the condition of his lower limbs has gradually grown more severe, while his upper limbs, fingers, and lower back occasionally experience cramps and spasms. However, he emphasized that his overall physical condition remains relatively stable and said he is not a typical ALS patient.
Becoming a donor was only natural for him, Zhang said. While the traditional view is that our bodies belong to our parents, Zhang said he believes they also belong to society and humanity as a whole.
Zhang currently still serves as a medical worker at Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology and Hubei Jiangxia Laboratory.
“We are conducting gene knockout research and seek collaboration to advance studies on gene-knockout organisms, including pig organs such as kidney s and hearts, as part of an effort to explore potential alternatives to organ donation. Through these studies, we strive to better meet clinical needs and enhance service to the public,” Zhang told the Global Times.
Currently, more than 280 memorial sites for organ donors have been established across the country. Within a week, various provinces in China held a series of organ donor commemorations, including East China’s Jiangsu, Northwest China’s Gansu, East China’s Fujian, and South China’s Guangdong, with the purpose of expressing gratitude and respect to organ donors and their families, and raising public awareness about the significance of organ donation.
1. What can the know about the event mentioned above
A．The event is annually held afterthe Qingming Festival.
B．It included a memorial ceremony with a moment of boisterousness.
C．It is a traditional holiday to pay tribute to the deceased.
D．Its attendees included merely officials and medical students.
2. What can be inferred about Zhang Dingyu’s decision to donate his body
A．It reflects his desire to challenge traditional beliefs about bodily ownership.
B．It aims to gain public recognition of his award as a “People’s Hero”.
C．It is vehemently motivated by his need for medical treatment for ALS.
D．It prioritizes both family and his wishes over societal responsibilities.
3. What does the term “gene knockout” in the context of Zhang’s research most likely refers to
A．Deleting specific genes in animal organs for medical experiments
B．Preserving human genes for future generations to live sustainably.
C．Combining animal and human DNA for better transplants.
D．Analyzing genetic mutations in ALS patients to cure them.
4. What is the primary purpose of holding organ donor commemorations nationwide
A．To compete with international medical research standards to stand out.
B．To respect donors and fuel public awareness of organ donation deeply.
C．To collect enough funds for some expensive organ transplant surgeries.
D．To document the history of organ donation policies and rewind it.
Passage 15
Henan TV show explores the essence of Qingming culture
Qingming is both a solar term and a traditional festival, marked by customs such as tomb-sweeping, spring outings, and offering blessings. It embodies the vitality of spring, the renewal of hope, and the cycle of life itself.
Premiering tonight at 19:30 on Henan TV, 2025 Adventures on Qingming Festival offers a poetic interpretation of this timeless tradition. Featuring an exceptional lineup, the show will deliver a breathtaking audiovisual experience, guiding audiences through a threefold journey of life, memory, and nature — an emotional resonance that transcends time and space.
Inspired by the “Three Phenological Signs of Qingming”, an ancient Chinese observation of seasonal transitions, the program weaves these natural changes into its narrative. Through a blend of modern and traditional performances, the festival’s cultural depth is reimagined in a cinematic and philosophical light.
The dance performance A Dream of the Enchanted Melody unfolds in three chapters — Emergence, Rhythm, and Eternity — symbolizing the rebirth of spring and the journey of life. At its heart is a mythical, melodious bird, long dormant in Dunhuang murals, awakening to spring’s arrival. Dressed in flowing green, the dancers bridge ancient Buddhist wisdom with earthly renewal, embodying the revival of all living things.
The untamed energy of spring, vividly captured by renowned author Shi Tiesheng, bursts to life in Cocoon-Break, a dynamic street dance showcase. Blending the rhythmic intensity of street dance with the precision of Wing Chun martial arts, the performance embodies the fusion of tradition and modernity, illustrating how the essence of Chinese culture thrives in the vitality of a new generation.
A youthful, electrifying anthem, Sunflower sets the stage ablaze with pure energy. A teenage rock band, guided by teacher Gu Ya’s childlike sincerity and aunt Maizi’s free-spirited optimism, delivers a performance that blooms with courage and passion. Their music encourages all to embrace life with brightness, cherish everyday moments, and pursue dreams fearlessly.
Blending creativity with dynamic visuals, Seeking Blossoms by the Riverside offers a play ful folk-style skit. Traditional-style blogger Chen Xiyue, appearing as a flower girl, and delivery boy Song Xiaoge step into history, offering flowers — and inspiration — to legendary artists. Through a lighthearted, playful narrative, the performance unveils the untold stories behind artistic masterpieces, celebrating the timeless lineage of Chinese art.
The Chinese-style dance Roaming Youth provides an immersive glimpse into poet Bai Juyi’s reflective twilight years. Adapted in part from Looking for Him in the Crowd, an epic poetry and art drama, the performance balances lyrical grace with rhythmic strength. Against the backdrop of ancient tea rituals — roasting, storing, water selection, and brewing — young dancers bring Qingming’s tea culture to life. The performance opens with a dramatic narration by Xu Tao, a national first-class actor and renowned reciter, unfurling like a vivid scroll painting of spring’s renewal.
1. What can we know about the 2025 Adventures on Qingming Festival
A．It is going to be relayed by Henan TV at 19:30 on the day before Qingming.
B．It is presented through a blend of modern and traditional singing.
C．It intends to deliver a breathtaking and nice audiovisual savoring.
D．It is inspired and edited by the “Three Phenological Signs of Qingming”.
2. What does the dance Cocoon-Break uniquely combines street dance with
A．Traditional tea ceremonies. B．Wing Chun martial arts.
C．Legendary poetry recitals. D．Historical scroll paintings.
3. What does the phrase “timeless lineage of Chinese art” in Seeking Blossoms by the Riverside refers to
A．The preservation of artistic masterpieces across generations.
B．The resounding and excellent modern adaptations of folk tales.
C．The technical skills of young dancers who would act out it.
D．The popularity and demand of flower-themed performances.
4. What is the primary purpose of Henan TV’s 2025 Adventures on Qingming Festival
A．To promote tourism and economy during spring outings.
B．To unfurl like a vivid scroll painting of spring’s fall-down.
C．To reinterpret Qingming culture through artistic innovation.
D．To showcase competitive performances among competent artists.
