2025--2026年高考英语最新阅读理解单选题分类强化练习1【含解析】

2025--2026年高考英语最新阅读理解单选题分类强化练习1【含答案】
一、细节理解（本大题共8小题）
Upcoming 2025 Expos in New York
Sunday, April 14, 2025-Hempstead (Long Island), NY
The Chocolate Expo is characterized by tastings & sales of chocolates, baked goods, specialty foods. cheeses. Dairy products, craft beverages (wines, spirits, cider, mead and more, depending on location) and ready-to-eat foods. Entertainment typically includes celebrity appearances, chef demonstrations, magic and music, plus fun for children in our famous Kidz Zone with free face painting, balloon twisting and other activities included with admission!
Meet the original stars from Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory-Julie Dawn Cole (Veruca Salt), Rusty Goffe (Oompa Loompa) and Paris Themmen (Mike Tee Vee) at The Chocolate Expo 2025 Long Island at the David S. Mack Sports & Exposition Center in Hempstead, NY! Also, our friend, DJ CHEF, the first winner on Cutthroat Kitchen, will be back again for our Long Island plete details are on our entertainment page.
We always encourage prospective attendees to look at our photos and videos, plus read our FAQs, to learn more about The Chocolate Expo.
Do you have a chocolate, food and/or craft beverage business and would like to find out more about becoming a vendor (商贩) Or would you like to sponsor The Chocolate Expo Click on the buttons above to connect with us or email us at Vendors@.
1．What does the upcoming 2025 Chocolate-Expo in New York feature
A．Exclusive wholesale chocolate sales.
B．A Kidz Zone requiring separate admission fees.
C．DJ CHEF, the first winner of Cutthroat Kitchen.
D．A screening of Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory
2．Where would young attendees find fun activities
A．The Kidz Zone. B．Beverage location.
C．Diary product stands. D．Character appearance.
3．What should you do to sell things at the Chocolate Expo
A．Read the FAQs. B．Glance over photos and videos plus.
C．Browse the entertainment page for details. D．Email at Vendors@.
Volunteer Needed for City Zoo
The City Zoo is looking for high school volunteers for the summer holiday! If you love animals and want to help others, join us!
Job Details
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., every Saturday in July
- Tasks:
Feed animals and clean their homes.
Help visitors find animal areas.
Teach kids about animal habits in short talks.
- Requirements:
Age 15-18 (with a student ID).
Good English speaking skills (to help foreign visitors).
Ability to work outdoors in hot weather.
What You Get
- A free zoo ticket every week.
- A volunteer certificate (证书) for your resume.
- Training on animal care before starting work.
How to Apply
- Fill in the application form at the zoo office.
- Email your photo and student ID to zoo.volunteer@.
- Deadline (截止日期): June 20th, 2024.
Call 8921-3456 for more information!
4．Who can apply for the volunteer job
A．Middle school students aged 13. B．High school students aged 16.
C．University teachers. D．Animal doctors.
5．When will volunteers work at the zoo
A．Every day in July. B．Every Saturday in July.
C．From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. D．During the winter holiday.
6．What is NOT a volunteer task
A．Feeding animals. B．Giving talks to kids.
C．Selling tickets to visitors. D．Helping visitors find areas.
7．What benefit do volunteers get
A．Money for each hour of work. B．A free zoo ticket every month.
C．A certificate for their resume. D．A trip to the wild zoo.
8．How can applicants send their documents
A．Email photos and ID to the zoo.volunteer@.
B．Visit the zoo office on June 20th.
C．Call 8921-3456.
D．Post the form to the zoo address.
2025 French Design Awards Season 2
The categories of season 2 are divided into 6 award programs: architectural design, room design, product design, packaging design, fashion design, and landscape design. The French Design Awards accepts entries from any designers of all background, whether they are companies, teams, businessmen, hobbyists or students.Submission Requirements
-Entries must be produced within the last FIVE calendar years up through the final deadline.
-All entries must be submitted for judging exactly as published or applied and should not be revised for the competition. The French Design Awards may request proof of initial production and/or publication date.Judging
Judging is blind. All personal information is removed from entries to prevent prejudice.
Judges are senior-level in their field/industry, selected based on experience, credibility and availability.Entry Deadline Fees
Early Bird Deadline: 21 May-15 June, 2025 ($209)
Regular Deadline: 16 June-21 July, 2025 ($219)
Final Deadline: 22 July-24 Aug, 2025 ($239)Winning Level
There are FOUR levels of achievement in the competition:
-Design of the Year
-Platinum (铂金) Winner (85-l00 points)
-Gold Winner (70-84 points)
-Silver Winner (50-69 points)Results Announcement
All Season 2 winners for 2025 will be announced on 12 September 2025 via French Design Awards official page. All registered participants can then login to view all winning entries.Prizes
-The Designs of the Year receive a trophy (奖杯) and professionally designed certificate. The certificate states the winning entry, which includes entry title, entering company/winners’ name and category.
-Platinum and Gold winners will be featured on French Design Awards site’s Gallery, where professionals can view your works.
-Platinum, Gold, and Silver winners will be presented souvenirs and get featured on social media.
-A press release sent to major industry outlets, celebrating your win.
Click here for more information.
9．Which is one requirement for the entries
A．Remaining in original versions. B．Being handed in by 21 July.
C．Being made by professionals. D．Coming out during this year.
10．Where will the results be announced
A．In the reward ceremony. B．On the official website.
C．In the competition office. D．On the local newspaper.
11．What will all the winners gain
A．A trophy and a certificate. B．Social media exposure.
C．Exhibition of their works. D．Industry-wide reports.
Not only should we study hard, but we should also study smart. The following four books are trying to serve this purpose.Ultralearning
By Scott Young
Learn a new talent, stay relevant, reinvent yourself, and adapt to whatever the workplace throws your way. Ultralearning offers nine principles to master hard skills quickly. This is the essential guide to future-proof your career and maximize your competitive advantage through self-education.Make It Stick
By Peter C． Brown
If you want to read a lively and engaging book on the science of learning, this is a must. Make It Stick benefits greatly from its use of stories about people who have achieved mastery of complex knowledge and skills. The book weaves together stories from a lot of learners to illustrate how successful learning takes place.A Mind for Numbers
By Barbara Oakley
Whether you are a student struggling to fulfill a math or science requirement, or you are embarking on a career change that requires a new skill set, A Mind for Numbers offers the tools you need to get a better grasp of that frightening material. In A Mind for Numbers, Dr. Oakley reveals the secrets to learning effectively—secrets that even dedicated and successful students wish they’d known earlier.Learn More, Study Less
By Scott Young
How can you learn faster The secret is holistic learning. Holistic learning is the process of learning by making connections. Most students try to memorize information by repeating ideas. This can work—but it’s incredibly slow. Holistic learners try to link ideas together. This forms a web of knowledge which can allow you to remember things you’d otherwise forget.
12．How does Make It Stick introduce the methods of learning
A．By giving some examples. B．By quoting some experts.
C．By explaining some theories. D．By analyzing some phenomena.
13．What is the key to holistic learning
A．Collecting data. B．Establishing links.
C．Creating new ideas. D．Revising old materials.
14．What do the four books have in common
A．They focus on school subjects. B．They share learning strategies.
C．They encourage self-education. D．They teach practical work skills.
There are tons of beloved neighborhood restaurants in Pittsburgh. Here are four of them that you should at least try once.Chinatown Inn
Chinatown Inn is the last remaining business of Pittsburgh’s original Chinatown. The family restaurant has been operated for more than three generations by the Yee family, nearly 80 years. From Chinese egg noodles to hot pot-every dish here is delicious, fresh and reasonably priced.Pizza Talarico
Pizza Talarico is a family-owned and operated Italian restaurant near Arsenal Park. It offers Southern Italian-inspired pizza, sandwiches and more. Diners are welcomed as part of a family as soon as they enter the restaurant. The family-friendly atmosphere cannot be matched.Groceria Merante
Speaking of a family business, Groceria Merante in Oakland has been family-owner and operated for more than 40 years. It focuses on sharing Italian heritage and tradition with the neighborhood. It is home to the best Italian sandwich in the area.Eighteen
Pinsker’s Judaica Center is a shop that provides a large number of products related to the Jewish (犹太人的) culture such as jewelry (首饰), children’s toys and more. The cafe Eighteen, is located inside the shop and offers a relaxed atmosphere. It serves classic Jewish dishes. The food is simply excellent.
15．What do Chinatown Inn and Groceria Merante have in common
A．They are family operated. B．They are in danger of closing.
C．They serve the same type of food. D．They have a history of more than 80 years.
16．Which restaurant best suits people who enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere
A．Chinatown Inn. B．Eighteen. C．Groceria Merante. D．Pizza Talarico.
17．What can visitors do at Eighteen
A．Enjoy Jewish food. B．Explore Chinese culture.
C．Learn to make sandwiches. D．Make a toy by hand.
February brings a lively start to the year, with diverse destinations around the world offering colorful experiences. Whether you seek cultural festivals, natural wonders, or outdoor adventures, here are some top picks for your February travels.
Winter and Warmth
For skiing enthusiasts, the Alps are in ideal season but can be crowded. Meanwhile, Southeast Asia (excluding rainy Indonesia), the Caribbean, and Central America offer warm weather for wildlife watching, sunbathing, and hiking under clear skies.
Natural Wonders
Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt flats, turns into a “sky mirror” during the rainy season (Dec. — Mar.) with fewer crowds and lower prices. Rain attracts birdlife. The southwest’s Red Lake hosts pink flamingos (火烈鸟). In Tanzania, February marks the Great Migration’s calving (产犊) peak, with nearly 500,000 wildebeest born. While it’s the low season in the Serengeti, the abundance of newborns draws hunters like cheetahs and lions.
European Charms
England’s Dartmoor National Park offers ancient landscapes of misty valley and the Warren House Inn (home to England’s longest-burning fire, lit since 1845). In February, early spring arrives as snowdrops bloom (盛开) across the park, especially in The Garden House — a 16th-century garden with more than 300 snowdrop varieties. After exploring, enjoy afternoon tea at its comfortable café.
Thai Beauty
February in Thailand offers ideal conditions for travelers, with the dry season bringing warm, sunny days and cool evenings. Southern islands like Koh Tao and Koh Phangan are perfect for diving. In the north, during Chiang Mai’s Flower Festival in early February, flowery parades feature dancers in traditional Lanna clothes, delicate flower floats, and blooming roses while the mild climate allows for comfortable exploration of both coastal and mountainous regions.
18．What do Bolivia and Tanzania have in common in February
A．They are popular for skiing. B．They offer chances to observe wildlife.
C．They both host world-famous carnivals. D．They experience the peak tourist season.
19．Why is Dartmoor National Park recommended in February
A．It offers afternoon tea for free.
B．Visitors can enjoy colorful flowery parades.
C．It provides the best conditions for water sports.
D．Blooming flowers announce spring’s arrival in the park.
20．What does the passage say about Thailand in February
A．Visitors to Chiang Mai dive a lot.
B．Lanna dances are showcased at the Flower Festival.
C．The whole country has the same cool and dry weather.
D．The mountainous regions are too dangerous to explore.
Below are four environmental activists in the 21st century who have been using the Internet effectively to create awareness about environment related issues and launch various environmental campaigns.
Dick Strawbridge
Birthdate: September 3, 1959
Birthplace: Myanmar, Burma
Dick Strawbridge is a British engineer, television personality, and former army officer. In 1993,he was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire for his service in Northern Ireland. After his military career, Strawbridge has established himself as a TV personality, appearing on several TV programs. He is popularly referred to as Colonel Dick in the media.
Jean-Michel Cousteau
Birthdate: May 6, 1938
Birthplace: Toulon
He is a French environmentalist, oceanographic explorer, film producer, and educator. He is also a devoted advocate of a world without nuclear weapons. Cousteau is also credited with founding an education organization and marine conservation called Ocean Futures Society. Inspired by his documentary Voyage to Kure, President George W. Bush took measures to safeguard the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.
Vandana Shiva
Birthdate: November 5, 1952
Birthplace: Dehradun
Indian environmental activist and physicist Vandana Shiva is known for her anti-GMO(反转基因) campaigns. She is the founder of RFSTN, which promotes sustainable agriculture, and is against globalization. She developed an interest in environmentalism after witnessing a forest at her hometown being cleared for a project.
Medha Patkar
Birthdate: December 1, 1954
Birthplace: Mumbai
Medha Patkar is an Indian social activist known for her work concerning several agricultural issues raised by farmers in India. She is also known for popularizing the Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA) movement which opposes the construction of large dams across the Narmada River. Medha Patkar is the recipient(接收者) of many awards including the Mother Teresa Award.
21．What can be known about Dick Strawbridge
A．He once served in the army. B．He directed many TV programs.
C．He established himself as a lawyer. D．He was the oldest of the four activists.
22．What inspired President Bush to take steps to protect the ocean
A．Dick Strawbridge’s personality. B．Medha Patkar’s NBA movement.
C．Vandana Shiva’s life experience. D．Jean-Michel Cousteau’s documentary.
23．What do Vandana Shiva and Medha Patkar have in common
A．They object to building large dams across rivers.
B．They work to deal with the issues related to agriculture.
C．They are social activists known for anti-GMO campaigns.
D．They are winners of the Mother Teresa Award.
Global Citizen Festival will return to Central Park’s Great Lawn on September 27. Sign up and be the first to hear about how you can join us and earn your tickets!
What is the Global Citizen Festival
Global Citizen Festival is an annual music festival where fans take action toward ending extreme poverty (贫穷) in order to earn free tickets. Our festivals bring together Global Citizens, artists, advocates, world leaders, charity groups, business leaders, and more, with one collective mission: end extreme poverty now. It’s a moment both to celebrate all we have achieved together, and all we continue to achieve together.
The first Global Citizen Festival took place on September 29, 2012, with 60,000 people in attendance on the Great Lawn in New York’s iconic Central Park. Since then, artists like Rihanna, Beyoncé, JAY-Z, Pearl Jam, Stevie Wonder, Coldplay, Billie Eilish, and many more have performed on Global Citizen Festival stages around the world.
Global Citizen Festival is timed to take place at the same time with the UN General Assembly (联合国大会) to find opportunities to get policy and financial support from government, business, and charity leaders to defeat poverty, demand justice, and defend the planet.
How can I get tickets to Global Citizen Festival
Tickets to Global Citizen Festival are awarded through points earned by taking action to fight extreme poverty, such as signing petitions (请愿), calling your political representatives, taking part in challenges, and more. Find out more about past Global Citizen Festivals here.
24．What is the purpose of Global Citizen Festival
A．To improve social skills. B．To inspire musical interest.
C．To remove extreme poverty. D．To celebrate economic achievement.
25．Why is the festival held during the UN General Assembly
A．It’s aimed to best fit the artists’ plans.
B．It’s aimed to draw the widest attention.
C．It’s intended to show support to global leaders.
D．It’s intended to take advantage of the autumn coolness.
26．How can one get a ticket to the festival
A．By taking action and earning points.
B．By contacting the event organizers.
C．By finding out more about past events.
D．By sending a video of one’s own performance.
二、推理判断（本大题共10小题）
Felicia Ludwig, a 37-year-old data expert from Maryland, started Maryland Fossil Finders, an organization aiming to teach people how to search for fossils in September 2024. Her journey began in 2017 when she found a 30-million-year-old stingray (红鱼) mouth part on Matoaka Beach.
Maryland has grown into an important place for fossil findings because of its special earth history. In 2023, major discoveries included 150-million-year-old dinosaur bones near Laure l and a 12-million-year-old whale head bone in Calvert County. The state’s fossils from the Miocene period (5 — 23 million years ago) are very common, with shark teeth appearing in large numbers. Scientists explain this happens because sharks naturally lose more than 10,000 teeth during their lives. About 15million years back, the land west of Highway 95 and south to Richmond lay under sea waters.
The organization works on making things accessible and teaching others. They provide free internet courses and beach tours led by experts. To help different learners, they offer language helpers for Spanish speakers and those with hearing difficulties, plus special wheelchairs for beach use. In 2024, three successful events were held, including one where Diane Bowlby, a 63-year-old yoga instructor, collected multiple shark teeth. Four additional activities were set for spring 2025.
Yet problems remain, such as skilled fossil hunters not sharing knowledge, laws limiting where people can collect fossils, and beginners accidentally harming fossil samples. Science experts advise reporting important discoveries, like the 5-inch huge shark tooth a 9-year-old found in 2024, to places like the Calvert Marine Museum for detailed study.
The group has 127 official members and keeps growing. Maryland’s nature protection department will announce new fossil hunting rules soon to better manage legal and environmental protection issues.
27．What motivated Felicia Ludwig to launch the organization
A．Working as a data expert in Maryland.
B．Spotting a 30-million-year-old fossil.
C．Exploring the fish teeth evolution.
D．Finding dinosaur bones in Laurel.
28．What does the author intend to do in paragraph 2
A．Illustrate Maryland’s distinctive earth history.
B．Describe recent evidence of ancient remains.
C．Explain the inland presence of marine fossils.
D．Compare fossil findings from different periods.
29．Which best describes Maryland Fossil Finders
A．Inspiring and competitive. B．Inclusive and educational.
C．Sustainable and professional. D．Conventional and informative.
30．What is the purpose of the text
A．To introduce the development of fossil hunting.
B．To highlight scientific values of marine fossils.
C．To advocate the better protection of fossil sites.
D．To promote public interest in fossil discovery.
A Spectacular Journey Through the Canadian Rockies
Welcome aboard our airline’s exclusive tour to the Canadian Rockies! As your guide, I’m thrilled to take you through some of the most awesome scenery on Earth. This region is literally a paradise for nature lovers, with its spectacular peaks, misty bays, and massive prairies.
Our first stop is Banff National Park, where the highlight is Lake Louise. The cobblestone paths along the shore offer a pleasant walk, and the turquoise waters will take your breath away. Keep an eye out for wildlife — grizzly bears and mountain goats often appear at dusk. Don’t forget your camera; the photographers among you will find endless opportunities here!
Next, we’ll visit Jasper National Park. The duration of this hike is about three hours, but the scenery is worth every step. The misty air near the waterfalls creates a magical atmosphere, and the arched bridges over the ponds add to the charm. If you’re bound for adventure, try the freezing but exhilarating glacier walk — just watch your step to avoid a slip!
Afterwards, we’ll head to Yoho National Park, known for its thunderous waterfalls and ancient antique forests. The steel cables on the suspension bridges might make some nervous, but the view from the shore is astonishing. For those who anticipate a quieter experience, the humble tea houses nestled in the valleys serve warm drinks perfect for the frosty mornings.
Finally, we’ll end our trip in Vancouver. The city’s dynamic vibe contrasts beautifully with the wilderness. Stroll through foggy Stanley Park or explore the bustling malls. As the sun sets over the harbor, join us for a toast to an unforgettable journey.
Tips for the Trip:
Dress in loose, warm layers — the weather can shift from sunrise to sunset quickly.
Swallow your panic if you encounter wildlife; stay calm and follow safety manuals.
Rely on your fellow travelers for help — teamwork makes the dream work!
31．What is the main attraction of Banff National Park
A．Its bustling malls. B．Lake Louise’s turquoise waters.
C．The steel factories. D．The foggy prairies.
32．Why does the guide mention “steel cables” in Yoho National Park
A．To warn about slippery bridges.
B．To highlight the park’s industrial history.
C．To describe the safety features of suspension bridges.
D．To advertise a local steel workshop.
33．Which word best describes the overall tone of the passage
A．Pessimistic. B．Humorous.
C．Enthusiastic. D．Critical.
Best books for 12 to 14-year-olds
Mortal Engines
Author; Philip Reeve
Publisher: Scholastic
London is on the move again: the city searches the world for resources on wheels, eating smaller towns. But when he is thrown off the city, young hero Tom is soon forced to reexamine life as he knows it.
Set in a futuristic background, this imaginative story is a blend (混合) of action and adventure. The book has won the Blue Peter Book Award.
Coram Boy
Author: Jamila Gavin
Publisher: Egmont
Toby’s and Aaron’s lives are linked by the Coram Man, who collects unwanted children from across the country, supposedly to send them to a safe new life. In reality, the man sells the children into slavery (奴役). Soon, Toby and Aaron find themselves united on a journey, filled with danger and excitement.
Rich with historical detail (细节), this book provides an important insight into the 1750s society. It was a winner of the Whitbread Children’s Book Award.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Author: Mark Haddon
Publisher: Red Fox
Seen through the eyes of Christopher, a mathematical genius and Sherlock Holmes fan, this novel opens with the discovery of a dead dog on a neighbor’s lawn (草坪). In his search to discover the identity of the killer, Christopher uncovers some information about his own family and he starts a journey to London to find his mother.
Watership Down
Author: Richard Adams
Publisher: Penguin
Young rabbit Fiver believes that a great disaster is about to strike the place where he lives—but no one will listen to him. At last he manages to ask a few brave rabbits to leave before it’s too late. Hunted by dogs and foxes, their journey is a dangerous one—but the rabbits can still dream of a peaceful and safe new life at Watership Down.
This book won both the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize and the Carnegie Medal.
34．Which author’s book focuses on life in the future according to the text
A．Philip Reeve’s. B．Jamila Gavin’s.
C．Mark Haddon’s. D．Richard Adams’s.
35．Which book was created with a historical background
A．Mortal Engines. B．Coram Boy.
C．The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. D．Watership Down.
36．What makes Christopher try to find out the truth
A．His losing touch with his mother. B．The dead body of a dog.
C．His neighbor’s request. D．An overgrown lawn.
37．What is special about Watership Down
A．Its main character is a detective lover.
B．Its stories are based on historical facts.
C．It is about some rabbits escaping a disaster.
D．It won the Whitbread Children’s Book Award.
38．What is the purpose of the text
A．To remember four great authors. B．To introduce four famous publishers.
C．To recommend four excellent books. D．To stress the importance of reading.
In the TV series “In the Name of the People”, we can see many protagonists with distinct personalities (鲜明的个性).
Inferiority (自卑) and conceit (自负) coexist: Qi Tongwei.
Being poor, he is not very confident. He longs to climb to the top, is unwilling to bow down, is flexible (能屈能伸), and will stop at nothing to pursue power. Once he makes a decision, he will not hesitate to act on it.
Integrity (廉洁) - Pursuit of political achievements (热爱政绩), Li Dakang.
Li Dakang tends to act arbitrarily and dictates his own way of doing things. He finds it difficult to tolerate dissenting opinions from his subordinates. His work style is simplistic and crude, and he lacks patience and tolerance (关心和包容) towards his subordinates.
Brave, tenacious, upright, and selfless, Hou Liangping.
He possesses great courage and perseverance, daring to challenge corrupt individuals who hold high positions and wield great power. In the complex political environment of Handong, facing the powerful forces of Zhao Ruilong and others, Hou Liangping did not back down, firmly pushing forward the anti-corruption work, and never compromising even when facing life threats.
In the modern era of ever-advancing society, the crackdown on organized crime represents the collective determination and purpose of all parties, while upholding fairness and justice serves as the driving force for sustained social development.
39．Which of the following character images best fits Qi Tongwei
A．Can bend or unbend. B．Impartial and honest.
C．Corrupt. D．Skilled at disguising.
40．What type of TV series does this belong to
A．Comedy. B．Tragedy.
C．Anti-corruption drama. D．Rural drama.
41．What are the roles of these three characters based on
A．Oppose corruption, uphold fairness and integrity.
B．Ancient palace intrigue, imperial concubines vying for favor.
C．Modern workplace, novice working.
D．Family conflicts, educational conflicts.
David is a new man here. And his job is to check people’s delivery order forms. Here is an order list on Friday, June14th, 2024. Phone number: 13643556768.
Food/ Drinks Name Address Order time Delivery time Telephone number Pay
One small bowl of beef noodles (12 yuan) One gongbao chicken (20 yuan) One ice cream (5 yuan) Linda 12 Long Street 9:30 am 10:25 am 13645339859 37 yuan
Two pancakes (14 yuan) Three hamburgers (30 yuan) Three potato salads (21 yuan) Lucy 66 Center Street 16:50 pm 17:35 pm 18900325545 65 yuan
Two cups of orange juice (14 yuan) One large bowl of beef noodles (15 yuan) One mapo tofu (16 yuan) Peter 302 New Street 18:30 pm 19:05 pm 18967679066 45 yuan
42．How long does it take Linda to get the food after ordering
A．Thirty minutes. B．Thirty-five minutes.
C．Forty-five minutes. D．Fifty-five minutes.
43．How much are one hamburger and a cup of orange juice in the text
A．17 yuan. B．21yuan. C．26 yuan. D．30 yuan.
44．What is David’s job responsibility
A．Packaging items. B．Answering customer calls.
C．Managing the delivery team. D．Checking delivery order forms.
45．What can we know from the text
A．Linda and Peter ordered the same drink. B．Lucy ordered her food in the morning.
C．Peter spent sixty-five yuan on his order. D．There are three different kinds of orders on the list.
46．Where can we see the text
A．In a bank. B．In a farm. C．In a restaurant. D．In a cinema.
Environmental Volunteer Activities
Are you interested in protecting the environment and having an active effect on our planet Here are some amazing volunteer chances that allow you to connect with nature and contribute to its conservation. Beach Clean-up Activity
Location: Sunny Beach
Date: Every Saturday from 9:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m
Details: Join us in removing rubbish from the beach. Plastic waste, in particular, is a main danger to sea life. By joining us, you can help keep the beach clean and safe for both people and wildlife. We will provide rubbish bags and instructions on how to properly sort the waste.
Forest Protection Project
Location: Green Valley Forest
Date: The first and third Sundays of each month from 10:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m
Details: Help forests by planting native tree species. Deforestation has led to a loss of habitats for many animals. Through this project, we aim to promote the situation of forests and improve the forest’s environment. No previous experience is required, and all tools will be provided on site.
Wetland Monitoring (监测)
Location: Blue Marsh Wetland
Date: Every other Friday from 2:00 p. m to 5:00 p.m
Details: Learn about wetland environment and help us monitor water quality. Wetlands are important for flood control, water purification (净化), and providing living places for some birds. Volunteers will be trained on how to collect data and record observations.
Wildlife Rescue Support
Location: Animal Rescue Center
Date: By appointment only
Details: If you have a soft spot for animals, this is the opportunity for you. Support wildlife rescue workers by caring for injured animals. Tasks may include preparing food, cleaning areas that are used by animals, and helping with basic medical care under the guidance of professionals.
These volunteer activities not only benefit the environment but also offer a chance for you to learn new skills, meet like-minded people, and have fun while making a difference. Sign up today and be part of the solution to environmental problems!
47．When can you take part in the beach clean-up activity
A．On every Sunday of every single month.
B．On regular Sundays that come every week.
C．On specific Fridays happening each month.
D．On every Saturday morning exactly from 9 to 12 o’clock.
48．What will be provided for volunteers in the forest restoration project
A．Some useful planting tools. B．Simple maps of the vast forest area.
C．Useful guides for identifying various trees. D．Strong protective safety shoes for walking.
49．According to the passage, why is wetland monitored
A．For the people living near the useful wetlands. B．For the healthy survival of fish in the wetland.
C．For the good quality of water in the wetland area. D．For the proper growth of trees around the wetland.
50．How can you take part in the wildlife rescue support activity
A．By making a telephone call to the center. B．By making an appointment with the center.
C．By applying for engagement on the Internet. D．By entering the center without any early notice.
51．What is the main purpose of these activities
A．To hopefully find some proper jobs later.
B．To simply enjoy some outdoor fun activities.
C．To effectively gain useful environmental education.
D．To actively protect the beautiful natural environment.
If you always try to make others happy, you might feel tired and lose yourself. This happens because you fear rejection or criticism. You think saying “yes” to everyone will make them like you, but it sometimes creates problems. Others will keep asking for favors, and you’ll feel stressed. True happiness comes from balancing others’ needs with your own.
Here are simple ways to stop being such a people-pleaser: Wait before answering
Next time someone texts or emails a request, don’t reply immediately. Wait 24hours to think. Show people how to treat us. And train them on what to expect from us. Provide a choice
For those who want to say no in a gentle way, instead of giving an excuse, you can provide a choice. It’s more useful too! Something like, “I’d love to help you pick out a new sofa but not this weekend. My friend Lucy has an excellent eye for sofas.” is much more helpful. Remember you can say no
Most people say “yes” because they feel pressured, not because they want to. Pause and ask: “Do I really want to do this ” If helping others makes you unhappy. it’s okay to refuse. Saying “no” to small things frees time for what you truly care about. Know it gets easier
Saying no needs practice. The more you do it, the more used to it you become and the less people expect from you. Once you say you are unavailable a few times, people stop asking so much from you. Accept you can’t please everyone
No matter how hard you try, some people won’t like you. Focus on doing what’s right for you. And a rich, wonderful life has lots of those “yes” moments—as well as plenty of loving “nos”.
52．Who is the passage written for
A．Those who like satisfying everyone.
B．People who always make requests.
C．Those who often feel stressed.
D．People who want more freedom.
53．What are you advised to do when someone makes a request through email
A．Pretend not to see it.
B．Give an immediate answer.
C．Teach him a good lesson.
D．Avoid giving a quick reply.
54．Giving someone a choice can make saying no ______.
A．less helpful B．more important
C．less believable D．more effective
55．What will people do if you say no a few times
A．Lose touch with you.
B．Leave you immediately.
C．Stop asking you so much.
D．Consider you to be impolite.
56．What is the main purpose of the passage
A．To help people avoid making mistakes.
B．To advise on avoiding pleasing everyone.
C．To encourage people to focus on their own needs.
D．To explain why some people dislike others.
Carrying single-use plastic water bottles has become a daily habit for millions worldwide. While convenient, this practice creates serious environmental and health problems that demand our attention.
Less than 20% of plastic bottles are properly recycled. Most end up in landfills or oceans, where they take centuries to break down. Every year, about 8 million tons of plastic enter our oceans, and single-use bottles contribute significantly to this crisis. Sea animals often mistake floating bottle pieces for food, leading to injury or death.
Long-term use of plastic bottles may expose drinkers to harmful chemicals. Independent studies found chlorine residues (氯残留物) in 1 out of 3 tested brands. More surprisingly, dangerous metals like lead occasionally appear in bottled water due to industrial production processes. These pollutants can gradually build up in the human body, potentially causing health issues over time.
Consumers’ demand drives companies to produce over 500 billion plastic bottles every year. Unfortunately, bottling plants face minimal supervision regarding production standards. Many brands refuse to disclose what percentage of their bottles contain recycled materials. During production, pollutants sometimes enter water through industrial facilities or plastic containers themselves.
Switching to reusable bottles made of glass or metal dramatically reduces plastic waste. When traveling, portable water filters (过滤器) provide safe drinking water without new plastic bottles. At home, purification systems ensure tap (水龙头) water safety. Governments also play a key role—countries like Germany have successfully reduced plastic waste by 30% through bottle deposit laws that reward recycling.
Water safety expert Dr. Emma Green notes, “In most developed cities, tap water undergoes stricter safety checks than bottled water. According to the study, properly purified tap water is safer than botted water. Choosing reusable options protects both personal health and vulnerable sea creatures. Simple changes in our daily habits can create a healthier future for people and the planet alike.”
57．What does the author think of plastic water bottles
A．They are convenient and healthy to us. B．They cause threats to nature and health.
C．They become a necessity to most people. D．They represent a fashionable way of life.
58．What do we know about plastic bottles
A．Their hardness is increased by adding lead.
B．Most of them get recycled properly worldwide.
C．They break down faster in oceans than in landfills.
D．Their pieces are often confused for food by sea animals.
59．What is a possible solution to improving drinking water safety
A．Using glass or metal bottles. B．Diversifying supervision standards.
C．Drinking brand-name bottled water. D．Stopping plastic containers during production.
60．What do Dr. Emma’s words suggest
A．Reusable bottles harm sea creatures. B．Developed cities fail to check water safety.
C．Tap water is much safer than bottled water. D．Small changes in habits make a difference.
First impressions are important, but are first impressions correct Personally, I’m not so sure, and according to new research, neither is science.
You really shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but I certainly have, and I’m willing to bet (打赌) you’ve done it, too. Consider this, though: If I’d let my opinion on, say, the boring cover of John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath stop me from reading this great novel, I would have missed out on one of my favorite books to date. First impressions are important because they can influence you one way or another, but they shouldn’t be the be-all and end-all of your opinion on someone.
According to Jonathan Freeman, a professor at New York University, first impressions are collected within only a few hundred milliseconds and are often based on the person’s facial appearance.
“First impressions of faces can influence how we make decisions about people,” Freeman explained in a statement. Therefore, in order to put an end to such first impressions, you have to understand where your first assu ptions (假设) come from. In order to do this, a team of researchers in Switzerland performed two experiments: The first required participants to judge the personalities of dozens of people only based on photos they were shown online. For example, in this part of the study, researchers took note of how participants related personality features like friendliness with various appearances. The second experiment explored what kind of facial features were connected with exact personality features. For example, someone who has a round face with “babyish features” might be considered as friendlier or more harmless than someone who isn’t smiley in their photo.
The results showed that first impressions often aren’t all right. Look, it’s really unfortunate that first impressions aren’t always right. Still, these first impressions happen regardless of whether or not they’re right, so the best thing you can do is try to put your best foot forward without, of course, giving up your authenticity (真实性); you are exactly who you were meant to be, and all you can do is be the best person you can.
61．What does the author want to show by mentioning John Steinbeck’s novel
A．First impressions are influential. B．The cover of a book is unnecessary.
C．We shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. D．Few people tend to make judgments at first-sight.
62．What can we learn from Jonathan Freeman
A．First impressions are difficult to change.
B．How a person looks influences his first impression.
C．It takes some time to form the first impression.
D．First impressions are influenced by many factors.
63．What were the participants asked to do in the first experiment
A．Choose photos they like. B．Relate personalities with photos.
C．Show their opinions of smiley faces. D．Talk about their impressions of other participants.
64．Which of the following is a finding of the research
A．People find it hard to make a good impression. B．Faces show personality features correctly.
C．First impressions are not always reliable. D．One’s facial appearance is really important.
65．What’s the author’s advice according to the text
A．Don’t be too realistic. B．Try to be your best self.
C．Don’t be judgmental. D．Disregard others’suggestions.
Deep underneath the eastern tropical Pacific Ocean lies beautiful reefs colored by its algae(藻类). However, in the early 1980s, an El Ni o heatwave led to mass-bleaching, which turned more than 90 percent of these corals a pale, lifeless white.
When stronger El Ni o events struck the area again in 2015–2016, biologist Tina Palacio observed a surprising phenomenon: some corals resisted bleaching or showed recovery. Her team later discoveryed that Pocillopora — the region’s primary reef-building coral — had gotten rid of their original algae and adopted heat-tolerant species.
Corals typically provide nitrogen(氮气) to their resident algae and receive carbon in return for energy. “To maintain the algae’s survival and provide the nutrients required by the host, there’s a really delicate and very complex nutritional relationship between the two,” Palacio says. Under heat stress, corals produce more nitrogen, which causes the algae to grow rapidly and divide more, storing the carbon and keeping it from their hosts. Palacio discovered that baby corals has learned not to overshare nitrogen with the algae. This way, they can live together harmoniously. And baby corals aren’t stuck in one place — they float freely in the ocean before settling down. This helps the species move to better waters or spread genes that let them handle heat.
Researchers also found corals can act on their own. They have tiny hair-like structures called cilia that work like a cooling system, beating fast to make tiny whirlpools(漩涡) in the water and moving extra oxygen to areas that need it. These whirlpools stop oxygen from building up harmfully in one place.
Although corals are adapting, they can’t outpace climate threats alone. It’s hard to go back after a bleaching event and see them dead. That gives us the motivation to use whatever skill is, whatever our passion is, to try to help.
66．Why does the author mention El Ni o heatwaves twice
A．To stress the urgency of ocean conservation.
B．To show the corals’ adaptation to heatwaves.
C．To indicate the impact of climate change on corals.
D．To highlight the relationship between corals and algae.
67．What do baby corals do to live with their algae
A．Sharing more carbon.
B．Removing more algae.
C．Moving to cooler areas.
D．Reserving extra nitrogen.
68．How do coral cilia function
A．By storing extra oxygen.
B．By redistributing oxygen.
C．By releasing oxygen quickly.
D．By changing oxygen into nitrogen.
69．What message does the author want to convey
A．Coral bleaching calls for human protection.
B．Humans need more passion to protect ocean species.
C．Coral protection is our duty despite its self-adjustment.
D．Coral adaptation is unavoidable in spite of humans’ help.
三、主旨大意（本大题共4小题）
Most highly skilled fields have rude names for beginners. And yet there has never been a better time to be a beginner. Learning platforms such as Coursera, Skillshare and Duolingo sell you an experience that you can fit around your busy life, achieving mastery in a short time.
In this book Beginners, Tom Vanderbilt joins the growing army of beginners. Stuck in mid-career growth, he decides to spend a year learning new skills. He hires a singing teacher and joins the Britpop Choir. He takes up drawing, then surfing. He learns to juggle (玩杂耍). With the help of a jeweler, he even makes his own wedding ring. None of these attempts turn into life-changing passions. They are simply done for fun.
The motivation behind all this comes from Vanderbilt’s experience of parenthood, which can only be learned in the doing of it. All parents are beginners, and beginner teachers, clumsily (笨拙地) passing on knowledge to their children. As he watches his daughter effortlessly pick up how to swim or play chess, Vanderbilt worries that he has left it too late. “It’s hard to be old and bad at something,” as a friend, returning to swimming in middle age, puts it.
Luckily, he achieves satisfying results with relatively little painful effort. People appreciate his inexpert but improved singing because most people can’t sing very well. The title of one academic paper he cites — “Imprecise singing is widespread” — says it all. The acid (讽刺的) test is “Happy Birthday”, the most familiar song in the language and yet not easy to sing because it spans (跨越) an octave (八度音阶) and moves up and down it dramatically.
In a world where apps constantly rate us and measure our performance, so that learning anything becomes another form of work, we should enjoy the process more and worry less about the product. All Vanderbilt achieves in the end is a basic skill in various unrelated activities. But it has brought him “an enormous and almost forgotten kind of pleasure”. This book conveys that pleasure and is itself a pleasure to read.
70．What motivates Vanderbilt’s passion for learning new skills
A．His friend’s swimming comeback. B．His experience of being a parent.
C．His daughter’s advice on trying new things. D．His hope for changing the views of beginners.
71．Why does the author mention the song “Happy Birthday”
A．To indicate the importance of repetition in singing.
B．To draw attention to its popularity around the world.
C．To prove its effectiveness in testing musical memory.
D．To show the difficulty in singing even well-known songs well.
72．What does the author stress in the last paragraph
A．The need to master various unrelated skills.
B．The pleasure obtained from reading a book.
C．The importance of enjoying the learning process.
D．The significance of gaining recognition for one’s efforts.
73．What is the text
A．A news report. B．A book review.
C．A career guide. D．A research article.
In the not-so-distant future, the doctors who treat our diseases might be tiny machines that swim through our bodies. Movies like Fantastic Voyage have long played with the idea of making machines the size of a single cell (细胞) — today advances in robotics have brought the idea ever closer to reality. In my lab, I’m just trying to build such intelligent, or smart, microrobots.
Tiny organisms (living things), such as bacteria (细菌), have many intelligent behaviors, and if we can make robots copy some of them, it’s very exciting. The way bacteria travel across their environment is unbelievable. At first, they kind of just aimlessly move around, but when they start sensing food, like an amino acid (氨基酸), they will move gradually in that direction. As a roboticist, you could imagine making tiny robots that can do the same thing.
For example, look at something like E. coli (大肠杆菌). It has receptors on its surface that can sense amino acids around it. It can change how it’s moving. It can rebuild or repair itself. In fact, E. coli does all these so well that some researchers are using it as part of their tiny machines. They are having their microrobots get free rides from it, and letting it do all the sensing for them and direct their movements.
We’re already using smaller and smaller medical tools for operations, like catheters (long thin pipes) that can travel deep into your brain to treat a tumor (肿瘤) or a blood clot. Next, we will put microrobots into the body that can travel into even smaller spaces and treat disease at an early stage. Imagine a device that can treat a blood clot deep in your brain that can’t be reached with existing catheters.
It’s important to note, though, that we may not actually need something as powerful as artificial intelligence (AI) in these cases. You can still build an extremely useful microrobot with a low degree of intelligence. For example: If a microrobot notices a tumor, it can slowly move in that direction, and carry medicine directly to that part. It might only have the intelligence of bacteria but could still be unbelievably effective.
74．Which of the following inspires the author’s work
A．Bacteria’s ability to stay alive.
B．Movies about tiny machines.
C．Tiny organisms’ behaviors.
D．New advances in robotics.
75．What are some researchers doing according to paragraph 3
A．Letting E. coli work for their tiny robots.
B．Using microrobots to sense amino acids.
C．Asking robots to direct bacteria’s movements.
D．Changing tiny machines into bacteria’s drivers.
76．What does the author think of existing catheters
A．They are unlikely to be widely used by doctors.
B．They are unable to get to tinier areas in the body.
C．They will be smaller than microrobots in the future.
D．They can help doctors treat disease at an earlier stage.
77．Why does the author give the example in the last paragraph
A．To show microrobots can treat tumors very easily.
B．To show AI’s important role in developing tiny robots.
C．To explain the connection between AI and microrobots.
D．To explain limited intelligence is enough for microrobots.
78．Which of the following would be the best title for the passage
A．Artificial Intelligence: The Core of Future Medical Tools
B．Bacteria: Nature’s Tiny Engineers Guiding Robotics
C．The Challenges of Creating Cell-Sized Machines
D．Microrobots: Tiny Healers Inspired by Nature
In Kenya’s countryside, many women had to struggle with dried-up streams, food shortages, and long journeys to collect firewood for fuel and fencing — problems mainly caused by deforestation (森林砍伐). To solve these issues, Professor Wangari Maathai started the Green Belt Movement (GBM) in 1977 to encourage women to work together to plant trees, which would help hold soil, store rainwater, and provide food and firewood. By doing so, they could also earn small payments for their work.
The movement started with just seven trees planted on World Environment Day in 1977. Yet within months, it grew into a national effort with thousands of trees planted in rows to form “green belts”. As the trees took root, Professor Maathai saw something deeper. The women’s struggles went beyond drought to their lack of voice in community decisions. In response, the Green Belt Movement launched the Community Empowerment (赋权) and Education conferences to teach people how to stand up for their rights while protecting the land, empowering women to lead and challenge the traditional roles.
Looking back, the journey has by no means been easy. Time and again, the group stood against powerful interests — from stopping a 60-story building in Nairobi’s Uhuru Park (1989) to saving Karura Forest from privatization (1999). These victories came at great risk. Professor Maathai and members always faced violent attacks and even death threats during protests. Yet, GBM never stopped. To date, hundreds of thousands of women have become involved, and over 5,000 tree farms have been established. More than 51 million trees have been planted — on farms, in schools and churches, along rivers, and throughout the nation, contributing significantly to environmental protection and sustainable (可持续的)development.
In 2004, Professor Maathai was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her contributions to sustainable development, democracy (民主) and peace. Today, the work of Professor Maathai and the Green Belt Movement continues to stand as living proof that small actions make big changes.
79．Why did Professor Maathai originally start the Green Belt Movement
A．To ensure food safety. B．To create job opportunities.
C．To unite women for land rights. D．To help women overcome environmental hardships.
80．What did Professor Maathai realize after the movement started
A．Lack of community fund. B．Strong disagreements from powerful interests.
C．Women’s absence from community decisions. D．Difficulty in growing trees in drought-hit areas.
81．Which of the following best describes the Green Belt Movement
A．Tough but successful. B．Traditional but significant.
C．Unrecognized but sustainable. D．Limited but well-known.
82．What can be a suitable title for the text
A．Trees for a Greener World B．Green Roots to Empowerment
C．Facing Preservation Challenges D．Empowering Women through Leadership
A good shower can relax not only your body but also your mind, unleashing (释放) streams of consciousness (意识流) and creativity.
Research shows that what is known as the “shower effect” also can occur outside the shower, and many of our best thoughts don’t happen at work or school — but occur while going about our days with ideas incubating (酝酿) in the background.
In a study, 98 professional writers and 87 physicists recorded their most creative ideas each day, as well as what they were doing and thinking when it struck them. While most of the ideas occurred at work, 20 percent of their most meaningful ideas came while doing something else—washing dishes or taking a shower. Notably, the ideas the writers and physicists had away from their jobs were self-assessed to be just as creative and important as the ones they had at work.
However, the shower effect on creativity is the product of mind-wandering, where your thoughts are anywhere but on the task at hand. Historically, researchers focused on the negative effects of mind-wandering, which can disrupt (扰乱) performance and have been associated with unhappiness. But the nature of the mind-wandering matters.
In another study, over 300 university students were first asked to come up with as many novel uses as possible for ordinary objects such as a brick or paper clip (曲别针) in 90 seconds. This is known as an alternative use task, which tests creativity. The students then watched a boring video. The activity gave time for the students’ ideas to incubate and for their minds to wander. When the students were tested again, their mind-wandering led to more creative ideas.
An activity such as taking a shower or a walk (or watching a romantic comedy video) “takes some of your attention so that they can influence your thoughts, but doesn’t take all of it so that you pay no attention to these creative ideas that are incubating in the background.” said Zachary Irving, author of the study.
83．What do we know about the shower effect
A．It requires focused attention.
B．It fails to work outside the shower.
C．It enables people to have innovative ideas unconsciously.
D．It is the main cause of people’s poor performance at work.
84．How did the researchers conduct the study among writers and physicists
A．They assessed their ideas at work.
B．They asked them to record their creative ideas.
C．They tested their creativity after they took a shower.
D．They required them to use an ordinary object creatively.
85．What does the study among university students show
A．Mind-wandering can disrupt performance.
B．People’s thoughts are anywhere but on the task at hand.
C．Free-flowing thoughts in moderate task boost creativity.
D．Mind-wandering has been associated with unhappiness.
86．What is the best title for the text
A．Why does the mind wander
B．Why do we get our best ideas in the shower
C．How can you become a more creative person
D．How may your shower routine affect your health
四、词句猜测（本大题共8小题）
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural organization (UNESCO) announced today the inclusion of Social Practices of Chinese People Celebrating Traditional New Year — “Spring Festival” to its Representative List of intangible Cultural Heritage.
The Spring Festival, a cherished tradition in China, has been officially recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This honor came on December 4th during the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Paraguay.
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, is celebrated with various social practices, including family reunions and prayers for good fortune. It is a time for community events and activities planned by elders, reflecting the unique cultural elements of Chinese society. UNESCO noted that the festival’s traditional knowledge and customs are passed down through families, communities, and the education system, emphasizing craftsmanship and artistic skills that promote family values, social cohesion, and peace.
The festival is not only a celebration but also a symbol of the harmony between humans and nature, contributing to sustainable development in areas, such as food security and education. It plays a significant role in raising environmental awareness and reinforcing cultural identity.
China’s vice minister of Culture and Tourism, Rao Quan, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating that the Spring Festival is China’s most important traditional holiday. It symbolizes the Chinese people’s hopes for a better life, strong family ties, and the values of harmony with nature. The festival has provided spiritual strength to the Chinese people and has been crucial in promoting family and social harmony, economic development, and environmental protection.
The inclusion of the Spring Festival on the UNESCO list will help promote universal values of peace and harmony and highlight the role of intangible cultural heritage in sustainable development. With this addition, China now has 44 cultural elements or practices recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The Spring Festival, deeply rooted in Chinese tradition, represents one of the most significant cultural celebrations in Chinese society. This recognition underscores the festival’s importance as a cornerstone of Chinese cultural heritage and reflects its growing international significance.
The Spring Festival’s influence extends beyond China’s borders, becoming a global cultural icon. Nearly 20 countries have designated the first day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar as a public holiday, with about one-fifth of the world’s population participating in various forms of celebration.
87．What is the main idea of Paragraph 1
A．The Spring Festival has a long history in China.
B．UNESCO announced the Spring Festival’s new status.
C．The Spring Festival is a very important holiday in China.
D．The Intergovernmental Committee met in Paraguay.
88．UNESCO emphasized that the Spring Festival’s traditional knowledge and customs are passed down through several channels mainly to show that ______.
A．it has a strong influence on family values
B．it is a complex cultural celebration
C．it can be well preserved in different ways
D．it plays an important role in various aspects
89．What can we learn from the passage about the Spring Festival
A．It aims to raise environmental awareness and strengthen cultural identity.
B．It has little impact on sustainable development.
C．It helps to enhance cultural identity of the Chinese.
D．It has 44 cultural elements or practices recognized by UNESCO.
90．What is the meaning of the underlined word “cornerstone”
A．foundation B．function C．value D．influence
91．What can be inferred from the passage
A．China will have more holidays recognized by UNESCO.
B．UNESCO’s recognition of the festival enables Chinese to hope for a better life.
C．The international influence of the Spring Festival will keep growing.
D．The inclusion of the Spring Festival recognizes its Chinese roots and values.
Although the piano keys come in black and white, the music it produces is full of color. Chinese pianist Tian Jiaxin explores creative performances and crossover cooperations with traditional Chinese music, with the hope of bringing the music of the East to the Western world.
Tian attended regular school instead of studying at a music school in her childhood. This enabled her to absorb China’s rich culture and understand the bigger picture later in her pursuit of a career as a professional pianist. “There’s so much to grasp when explaining a piece. What we’re conveying is not only the notes, but the culture behind the music,” Tian said.
As a Chinese pianist, Tian is looking to add more depth to her performances, stressing the contrast between Eastern and Western cultures. “No matter which country I am performing in, I always include Chinese music in my program. With Western pieces, I hope to show the world that a female musician from China can perform the music that they are familiar with and love.” Tian says that she believes her mission is to make China heard on a wider stage.
Tian believes that music is developing over time and that music from different ages has its own unique meaning. “I’ve found that people’s understanding of Chinese music is often limited to certain pieces like Jasmine Flower,” Tian said. “However, there are so many great pieces of Chinese music that are unacquainted outside of China. So, I always try to feature both the time-honored classics of Chinese music and the newly created pieces,” she added.
“Chinese music has the magic to cause resonance (共鸣) with the audience and convey the various and deep culture of Chinese civilization,” Tian said.
92．What can we learn about Tian Jiaxin in the first three paragraphs
A．She prepared well before performing. B．She adapted unknown Chinese pieces.
C．She went to music school at a young age. D．She aimed at making China heard widely.
93．Which of the following best explains “unacquainted” underlined in paragraph 4
A．Unpopular. B．Unknown. C．Unacceptable. D．Unlimited.
94．What can be the most suitable title for the text
A．A Pianist Taking a New Step into Western Music B．A Pianist Promoting Chinese Traditional Cultures
C．A Pianist Combining Chinese Music with Western Keys D．A Pianist Creating New Pieces of Chinese Music
Research shows that teenagers show significantly higher academic involvement when their courses are clearly connected to real-world applications and their personal strong desires. This phenomenon is quite obvious in project-based learning environments (基于项目的学习环境). Consider the case of Gil Leal, whose science class achieved academic progress. When traditional soil decomposition (土壤分解) lessons were replaced with fieldwork in local fruit farms, Leal not only mastered the course quickly but developed a professional devotion to environmental science.
Neurocognitive (神经认知) studies provide convincing evidence supporting this teaching approach. Advanced fMRI reveals that teenagers’ brains show increased connection between regions governing abstract reasoning and cognition when processing personally relevant material. This neural integration (神经整合) relates strongly with improved academic performance. Notably, students in purpose-driven classrooms demonstrate an average 8% improvement compared to peers in traditional settings.
The strategies for developing this connection vary in complexity. At the most basic level, there are brief reflective writing tasks-such as asking students to express how quadratic equations (二次方程) might inform their future engineering careers. More complicated tasks, like the “Future Goals Gala” developed by educator Cathleen Beachboard, employ role-playing techniques where students present their 30-year-old selves, sharing their dream careers and accomplishments. Such activities not only boost motivation but also provide educators with valuable information about students’ interests to support their growth.
The teaching method helps teenagers out. While they possess remarkable thoughts about societal issues and personal futures, they often felt it difficult to connect these concepts to immediate academic. Purpose-driven teaching method bridges this gap — put knowledge learned in class into their daily life. Those students getting benefits from this teaching method demonstrate significantly greater persistence through challenging material, even through higher education.
Traditional models that separate academic content from personal desires may discourage teens’ curiosity. Connection between present actions and ideal-self in the future not only enhances academic outcomes but cultivates the reflective habits of lifelong learning.
95．When Gil Leal connected his learning to the real world, ______.
A．his grades dropped temporarily B．his courses diminished his desire
C．he expected to stay in the classroom D．he identified his future career direction
96．What brain changes show when teenagers process