2026年高考英语一轮复习 记叙文阅读理解（含答案与解析）

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高考英语一轮复习 记叙文阅读理解
一．阅读理解（共20小题）
1．（2025春 昆明校级期中） When I call Sherry Pocknett for the first time，she's on her way out the door to pick mushrooms.But then she invites me up to her restaurant，Sly Fox Den Too.Pocknett is one of the people best known for making indigenous （土著的） foods.Her restaurant，opened in 2021，is her own way of using her people's knowledge to feed Americans today.And she hopes the menu shows the width and depth of indigenous foods.
Pocknett's menu is based on a simple idea： "The food I grew up with，" she says.She cooks what's local and what's in season.I watch Pocknett prepare venison （鹿肉） topped with onion （洋葱） rings，which，she admits，aren't exactly a deep﹣rooted tradition；they're "from a mix" ，she says， "but I just love them."
Pocknett works on a reduction of beach plums （海滨李） to pair with the venison.To wash it all down，there are pots full of iced tea made from boiled sassafras （檫树） roots.Even if you've never heard of this common North American tree，you probably know the taste —it was long the key part in root beer.The meal recreates foods from a traditional festival in 1621.
Restaurants specializing in Native American food are not so common —but a small number of indigenous cooks with great love are working to raise their profile （形象）.Owamni，a restaurant in Minneapolis focuses on indigenous food，won the James Beard Foundation Award for Best New Restaurant in 2022.The Sioux Chef is a company working on indigenous foods，too.Its owner Sean Sherman and his team are working tirelessly toward the day when "people will find an indigenous restaurant easily in America，experiencing all the richness of the varied original American cultures."
（1）Which can best describe Pocknett's offerings？ 　 　
A.Seasonal.
B.Plant﹣based.
C.High in price.
D.Limited in variety.
（2）What does the underlined phrase "wash it all down" probably refer to？ 　 　
A.Cooking the food with care.
B.Picking all the plums on the tree.
C.Getting the food down to the stomach.
D.Washing the plums completely before cooking.
（3）What can we infer about Pocknett from paragraph 3？ 　 　
A.She leaves food for the locals.
B.She is very choosy about what she eats.
C.She draws inspiration from local historical traditions.
D.She is known for mixing indigenous and international tastes.
（4）What does the author want to show by mentioning two restaurants in the last paragraph？ 　 　
A.The special culture passed on by famous Americans.
B.The growing recognition and efforts of indigenous cooks.
C.The cut﹣throat state of national cooking competitions.
D.The popularity of indigenous restaurants outside America.
2．（2025 沈阳模拟） In a groundbreaking victory for youth environmental activism，five high school students from Jiangsu province successfully sued a local packaging factory because of its pollution to their community's river.The determined teens，aged 16 to 18，spent six months gathering evidence after noticing dead fish floating in the waterway near their school.Their investigation began when chemistry club member Wu Bo discovered abnormal pH levels in the water during a routine science project.
Led by 17﹣year﹣old Liang Fan，the team conducted scientific water tests using equipment borrowed from their school lab.They also interviewed over 50 affected residents，including fishermen who had lost their livelihoods，and documented the factory's illegal waste discharge through photographs and video recordings."We stayed up late analyzing samples and studying Articles 42 and 58 of the Environmental Protection Law."Liang recalled.Their biology teacher，Mr.Luan，helped them prepare the technical reports that became key proofs in court.
The historic judgment required the factory to：
Immediately stop all illegal discharges.
Pay 120，000 for river cleanup.
Fix 24/7 pollution monitoring systems.
Publicly report emission（排放） data monthly.
"This case proves young people can drive change when they understand and use the law，"said environmental lawyer Zhou Yi，who volunteered to advise the students."The verdict（判决） has inspired similar youth﹣led actions across China，with over 20 student environmental groups now monitoring local factories.Many schools have added legal education programs to their courses following this pioneering case."
（1）What does the underlined word"sued"probably mean in paragraph 1？ 　 　
A.Charged.
B.Cheated.
C.Closed.
D.Controlled.
（2）What can be learned about the investigation team from paragraph 2？ 　 　
A.They documented the fishermen's losses.
B.They borrowed equipment to do fish tests.
C.They studied over 100 articles about laws.
D.They consulted relevant laws for evidence.
（3）Which is the correct order of the following events？ 　 　
a.The court announced the sentence.
b.Dead fish were spotted in the river.
c.The team prepared technical reports.
d.A chemistry club member tested water.
A.b﹣d﹣c﹣a
B.b﹣a﹣d﹣c
C.d﹣b﹣c﹣a
D.d﹣b﹣a﹣c
（4）What can help youth drive change according to Zhou Yi？ 　 　
A.Legal education in schools.
B.Just verdicts on communities.
C.Financial aid from lawyers.
D.Active involvement of factories.
3．（2025 和平区校级一模） Libraries are my world.I've been a patron（老主顾） all my life，and for the past nine years I've worked at multiple libraries and archives（档案馆） in and around Detroit.The library as an institution has many roles，but as our country struggles through an economic crisis，I have watched the library where I work evolve into a career and business center，a community gathering place and a bastion（堡垒） of hope.
In the spring of 2007，I got a library internship at the Southfield Public Library（SPL），just north of Detroit.Summers at SPL were usually slow，but that year，we experienced a library that was as busy as science﹣fair project week，midterms or tax season.Yet patrons weren't looking for Mosby's Nursing Drug Reference or tax return forms.They were coming for information on growing their small business.
I interpreted people's interest in our business collection as the first step to pursuing their dreams，but these patrons were not motivated by dreams.They were responding to reality，and they were looking for Plan B.
Things worsened in 2008，and in 2009 the economic crisis continues to plague（折磨）Michigan.Last year，we put up a display with a variety of job resources that we restocked（补充货源） every hour.Each night when the library closed，the display was bare.While we normally keep displays up for a week，we kept the job resources display up for months.
Then there's the tightening credit market.People see the writing on the wall and they want to get educated.They can't afford a financial adviser，but checking books out is free.Some of the most popular titles now are Rich Dad，Poor Dad，Think and Grow Rich，and Suze Orman's 2009 Action Plan.
The economic downturn affects us all.I have had to work long hours and don't get to see much of my boyfriend or experience any kind of social life lately，but I am thankful to be in a position where I can help people overcome this struggle.In Michigan，we haven't lost hope.As long as there are libraries here，there will always be hope.
（1）What changes has the current economic crisis brought to the library？ 　 　
A.It has opened its age﹣old archives to the general public.
B.It has become a center for job and business information.
C.It has evolved into a place for business transactions.
D.It has been turned into a community center by the government.
（2）What does the author say about the Southfield Public Library in the summer of 2007？ 　 　
A.It was overflowing with unusual numbers of visitors.
B.It launched a science project series for teenagers.
C.It added many books on business to its collection.
D.It was full of people seeking information on drugs.
（3）What can be inferred from people's strong interest in the library's business collection？ 　 　
A.They think it is now time to realize their dreams.
B.They want to tide themselves over the crisis.
C.They consider it a trend to start their own business.
D.They are concerned about the worsening economy.
（4）Why were there no more job resources on display by the end of the day？ 　 　
A.The library staff could not do the restocking quickly enough.
B.People competed with each other for the jobs listed in the ads.
C.People were much interested in the job resources on display.
D.All the materials on display were free of charge to the jobless.
（5）How did the author feel about working in the library？ 　 　
A.She felt contented to be in a position to provide help.
B.She felt pleased to be able to give hope to the jobless.
C.She felt rewarded to have gained a lot of experience.
D.She felt sorry for herself to miss her normal social life.
4．（2025 浦东新区三模） Two years ago，I had a bad habit of waking up late for work.Every morning was the same﹣I'd start my shift，do the work，and count the hours until I could log off.In the evenings，I played video games.The next day，the cycle would repeat.Now，while gaming remains a passion，I wake up early and my mornings are dedicated to learning and writing before my 9﹣to﹣5 begins.This shift started a domino effect（多米诺效应）：a new higher﹣paying job and my own apartment that I didn't have to share with strangers.Life didn't become less demanding，but meaningfully busier.A key component of this transformation？Gamification.
Video games thrive on clear objectives and progress.Think of the main mission as your overall goal，and side mission as the milestones along the way.Completing these"side mission"provide a flood of dopamine（多巴胺），fueling continued engagement and self﹣improvement.Last year，my "main mission"was to become a cloud engineer.This required consistent learning and practical application.The sub﹣goals included mastering programming and databases.Each newly acquired skill felt like opening up new possibilities in my life.
Just as video games track progress through skill points，I needed a way to visualize my advancement.Measuring my growth，even on days when I felt frustrated﹣everything I was studying was leaving my brain faster than it entered，offered powerful reassurance and reminded me that I was leveling up.It provided concrete feedback，highlighting how far I'd come and reducing the temptation to quit.I diligently documented every new skill I acquired toward becoming a cloud engineer，comparing it against the 'requirements' and the 'nice to have' sections of job descriptions until I covered everything.
In essence，I applied the principles of playing games to motivate myself and stay on track.Through gamified thinking and the consistent cultivation of positive habits，I engineered my own growth.
（1）Before forming a new habit，the author's mornings were characterized by 　 　 .
A.rushing through daily missions
B.handling counting﹣related duties
C.repeating routines mechanically
D.getting involved in video games
（2）What was the author's primary goal last year？ 　 　
A.To grasp skills like programming and databases in a year.
B.To become a cloud engineer through continuous learning.
C.To track his progress using skill points like a video game.
D.To secure an apartment without sharing with strangers.
（3）The underlined word"leveling up"in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to 　 　 .
A.making progress
B.following routines
C.defending beliefs
D.seeking entertainment
（4）The writer's purpose in writing this passage is to 　 　 .
A.persuade readers to get clear life targets
B.share some strategies for personal growth
C.criticize the current state of the job market
D.promote the benefits of playing video games
5．（2025 朝阳区模拟） The image of that staircase never left my mind.It had been forty years since I graduated high school，but the staircase haunted my memories.
Boys would sit on both sides of the staircase，rating the girls as we walked by.If they thought a girl was really ugly，they barked.Every time I walked up or down those stairs，the barks，woofs，and laughter rang in my ears.
"Just ignore them，" my mother advised.And I did.On the surface.But inside the painful message that I was ugly rooted deep into my soul.
Eventually，I graduated，got accepted to college on the West Coast，and left small﹣town Colorado behind me.I earned a degree in Communications，launched a rewarding career as a writer and teacher，got married，and raised two amazing boys.But when I looked in the mirror，the doubts returned.
Then I got an invitation to my fortieth high school reunion.I didn't like high school，but I wanted to go back and tell those boys off.I wanted to tell them how hurtful and unkind they were.And I wanted to show them they were wrong.I had a husband，a family and all the things they'd made me feel I wasn't worthy of.
I practiced my speech in my mind as I ran errands （差事），cooked dinner，and exercised at senior aerobics.In September，I drove down to the town where I'd spent my high school years.I put on my favorite blouse，touched up my make﹣up，and steeled myself for the Friday night opening reception.
Maybe it's true that memory is the first thing to go.On the night，people greeted me politely，drinks in hand，flattering me with "You haven't changed at all." I'd look at the face and study the nametag with the graduation photo，but it didn't ring a bell most of the time.
Had I completely erased that whole period of my life from my memory？Was I at the wrong reunion？No，some women remembered my mother being their Girl Scout leader.Others had kind things to say about my father，a local college professor.My planned speech wilted （枯萎） on my lips.Instead，I chatted breezily about my two grown sons，living in Seattle，and writing résumés for Boeing workers.People were nice enough，but aside from a couple of friends，I felt like I was talking to strangers.
It was pointless to hold a grudge （怨恨） against people I couldn't even recognize.I was only hurting myself by replaying those memories in my mind.I knew I needed to forgive.A dark sorrow lifted from my soul.I felt happier，more self﹣confident and attractive.
Back home，our senior fitness instructor noticed that I was wearing a new T﹣shirt. "You are really rockin' that shirt，" she said.
I smiled.She'd said that before，but this time I believed it.
（1）Why did the author decide to attend the 40th high school reunion？　 　
A.To meet her old teachers.
B.To prove her career success.
C.To apologize for past misunderstandings.
D.To confront hurtful boys and show her worth.
（2）What can we learn from this passage？　 　
A.The author fought against her bullies directly.
B.The reunion attendees were mostly strangers.
C.The author's career success healed her trauma.
D.The instructor's compliment was first genuinely embraced.
（3）What can be inferred about the author's feelings after the high school reunion？　 　
A.Confused and sad.
B.Angry and proud.
C.Relieved and confident.
D.Disappointed and regretful.
（4）Which is the best title for the passage？　 　
A.The Power of Letting Go
B.A Surprising Reunion Letter
C.Finding Friends in Strangers
D.The Painful High School Years
6．（2025 锦江区校级模拟） Life is often compared to a journey，filled with twists and turns，highs and lows.This metaphor，while cliched（老生常谈），holds a profound truth：the path we take is rarely straight，and the lessons we learn along the way shape who we become.I was reminded of this during a recent trip to the mountains，where the physical challenges of the hike mirrored the emotional and intellectual struggles I had been facing.
The trail was steep and tough，with sections that seemed almost insurmountable（不可逾越的）.As I climbed，my legs burned，and my breath grew short.There were moments when I wanted to turn back，to retreat to the comfort of the familiar.But something inside me urged me to press on，to see what lay beyond the next bend.It was in these moments of doubt and exhaustion that I began to reflect on the nature of perseverance.
Perseverance，I realized，is not just about pushing through physical pain or mental exhaust.It is about maintaining a sense of purpose，even when the destination is unclear.It is about trusting that the effort we put in will eventually yield results，even if those results are not immediately visible.This lesson was not new to me，but experiencing it in such a real way brought it into sharper focus.
As I continued my climbing，I noticed how the landscape changed with each step.The dense forest gave way to open meadows，and the air grew cooler.The higher I climbed，the more expansive the view became.It was a powerful reminder that perspective is everything.What seems like an insurmountable obstacle from one point can appear entirely different from another.This shift in perspective can be transformative，allowing us to see challenges not as roadblocks but as opportunities for growth.
By the time I reached the summit，I was exhausted but excited.The view from the top was breathtaking，a reward for the effort it had taken to get there.But more than the view，it was the journey itself that left a lasting impression.The climb had taught me valuable lessons about resilience，perspective，and the importance of staying the course，even when the path is difficult.
Life，like the mountain trail，is full of challenges that test our limits and push us to grow.It is through these challenges that we discover our strength and resilience.And while the journey may be difficult，the lessons we learn and the perspectives we gain make it all worthwhile.
（1）What does the narrator realize about perseverance during the hike？　 　
A.It is only about physical endurance.
B.It requires avoiding all obstacles.
C.It is unnecessary when the destination is clear.
D.It involves maintaining a sense of purpose and trusting the process.
（2）How does the narrator's perspective change during the climb？　 　
A.He sees challenges as opportunities for growth.
B.He realizes the journey is not worth the effort.
C.He becomes more focused on the destination.
D.He decides to turn back and give up.
（3）What does the narrator find most rewarding about reaching the summit？　 　
A.The physical view from the top.
B.The lessons learned during the journey.
C.The opportunity to rest and relax.
D.The chance to take photographs.
（4）What does the passage suggest about life's challenges？　 　
A.They should be avoided at all costs.
B.They are best faced with the help of others.
C.They are opportunities for growth and self﹣discovery.
D.They are easier to overcome with a clear destination.
7．（2025 南京二模） A father told his son that he should not accept the Theory of Evolution just because he leaned about it in Biology class at school.He went on to say that he is teaching his son to think critically.But he isn't.
Many people assume that critical thinking refers to questioning and criticizing in the more negative sense of the word.If they are rejecting what they are told by experts，they falsely believe that they are thinking critically.This is not uncommon.Many people claim that everything is just someone's opinion and no one is actually right or wrong.They believe they are thinking critically when they're actually doing the very opposite.
There are many definitions of critical thinking.To put simply，it refers to identifying and evaluating arguments，finding inconsistencies in arguments，problem solving，and thinking about our own beliefs and why we hold them.
Diane Halpern，author of Thought &Knowledge，uses this definition："Critical thinkers are able to change their mind or the conclusion that they reached，when new information warrants such a change."
A closed﹣minded person responds negatively when presented with new ideas that challenge their existing beliefs.These are the people who insist that even an expert's opinion is no better than anyone else's.In contrast，an open﹣minded person suspends judgment.They seek out more information，including information that goes against beliefs they currently hold.They review the evidence that's available and are always open to new ways of thinking.They consider all options and insist on finding a solution.
So you need to ask questions and be open﹣minded about the answers.You need to know how to do research and look for reliable sources.You have to think about your own thinking and question why you hold the beliefs you do.Be aware of the pre﹣set ideas you bring to the argument，and learn to evaluate evidence.
（1）Why does the author mention the father﹣son example in paragraph 1？ 　 　
A.To promote the practice of critical thinking.
B.To criticize the current education system.
C.To present a widespread misconception.
D.To introduce an innovative idea.
（2）What does the underlined word "warrants" in paragraph 4 mean？ 　 　
A.Justifies.
B.Matches.
C.Transforms.
D.Identifies.
（3）How are open﹣minded people different from the closed﹣minded？ 　 　
A They respect expert authority.
B.They internalize their own beliefs.
C.They keep an option﹣solution balance.
D.They resist the urge to judge prematurely.
（4）What is the main idea of the last paragraph？ 　 　
A.How to evaluate evidence.
B.The process of critical thinking.
C.How to become a critical thinker.
D.The benefits of being open﹣minded.
8．（2025 龙岗区二模） Recently，I was extended an invitation to venture towards the northern region for a preliminary glimpse of Dundreggan Rewilding Center，which is on the verge of being fully accessible to the public.Individuals who manage to arrive for the opening weekend will have the opportunity to partake in complimentary events，which encompass guided walks，tours of the tree nursery，storytelling sessions，a plethora of amusement for children，and activities orchestrated by naturalist Nick Baker and the adept in tracks and signs，Dan Puplett.
We proceeded to peruse the newly constructed，architect﹣designed center.The edifice incorporates a multitude of sustainable characteristics，including solar panels and reclaimed wood furniture in the cafe area.This constitutes one of two novel buildings，the other of which is reputed to provide accessible accommodation for those harboring the desire to engage in a more prolonged rewilding experience.
Upon entering the building，the initial object that met our eyes was a sculpture﹣the creation of local artist Helen Denerley.The sculpture portrays a tree teeming with numerous native animals，fashioned from reclaimed metal.From that vantage point，we were afforded views of the other areas﹣classrooms，event spaces，the cafe and vivacious information panels dispersed throughout，conveying details about rewilding，the interconnection of forest ecosystems，local wildlife，and so forth.
As our guide aptly emphasized，the building merely serves as the point of departure﹣the locale from which individuals can diverge to uncover a great deal more along a series of accessible trails and more intrepid hikes within the surrounding terrain.
One pivotal focus for this endeavor is undoubtedly the community，in addition to rewilding.It commemorates the local Gaelic heritage and history，as well as wildlife，woodlands，and natural marvels.Briefly conversing with two amiable and hospitable employees working in the cafe，who were among the 20 locals bestowed with new employment opportunities courtesy of the project，their fervor for the new center and eagerness to contribute to its inception were palpable.
（1）What can visitors expect during the opening weekend of Dundreggan Rewilding Center？ 　 　
A.Paid exclusive tours.
B.Free events such as guided walks and storytelling sessions.
C.Limited activities for children.
D.Expert﹣led activities on tracks and signs only.
（2）How does the passage describe the relationship between the Dundreggan Rewilding Center and the local community？ 　 　
A.The center is indifferent to the local community.
B.The center actively engages with and supports the local community.
C.The center competes with local businesses for resources.
D.The center is only accessible to tourists.
（3）What is the author's attitude towards the Dundreggan Rewilding Center？ 　 　
A.Critical and disapproving.
B.Neutral and objective.
C.Enthusiastic and supportive.
D.Indifferent and uninterested.
（4）What is the main purpose of the passage？ 　 　
A.To describe the architecture of Dundreggan Rewilding Center.
B.To introduce Dundreggan Rewilding Center and its activities.
C.To explain the sustainable features of the center's buildings.
D.To highlight the employment opportunities created by the project.
9．（2025 沙坪坝区校级模拟） Every morning at 6 a.m.，Mr.Lin's bamboo char workshop awoke to the rhythm of chisels （凿子）.The first strikes echoed through the misty alley of the old town，combining with the distant cries of street dealers who were setting up their stalls.The scent of damp earth and fresh bamboo chips filled the air.Passersby paused to watch his leathery hands dance across the golden strips，their movements both delicate and assured.
One day，I found him bent over a half﹣woven chair frame，humming an opera tune from his youth.Sunlight cut through dust motes，catching the sweat on his brow as he cut a stubborn strip with precision. "Bamboo remembers，" he said，tapping its smooth surface with a rough finger. "Cut too fast，it splits；too slow，it laughs at your hesitation." His tools—worn smooth by forty winters—moved with the certainty of tides，their edges polished by years of patience and practice.
By noon，tourists crowded his display window，taking photos of chairs labeled "Handcrafted：58 hours." A college student laughed， "Why not use machines？" Mr.Lin smiled and plucked a factory﹣made chair from the corner. "Sit，" he invited.The student shifted uncomfortably on its uneven legs. "Machines don't feel the bamboo's song，" Mr.Lin explained，running fingers along his own creation's seamless curves.
At dusk，he applied the final coat of tung （梧桐） oil，transforming pale bamboo into golden liquid.His wife brought tea，whispering， "The landlord's raising rent again." He gazed at his workshop's cracked walls，then at the chair made to be a newborn's nursery. "We'll manage，" he decided.
As night fell，electric saws roared from distant furniture factories.But there，under a single bulb，Mr.Lin's chisel continued its ancient conversation—bit by bit，bending time into something that lasted.
（1）What kind of place does Paragraph One describe？ 　 　
A．A lonely workshop ignored by visitors.
B．An old street marked by craft rhythms.
C．A large town characterized by bamboo production.
D．An energetic marketplace filled with dealers.
（2）Which of the following words can best describe Mr.Lin？ 　 　
A．Patient and modest.
B．Creative and humorous.
C．Dedicated and skillful.
D．Efficient and ambitious.
（3）What can we infer from the last two paragraphs？ 　 　
A．The rising rent forced him to raise chair prices.
B．Craft skills preservation mattered a lot to Mr.Lin.
C．His wife disapproved of his dedication to bamboo craft.
D．Mr.Lin would close his workshop due to financial pressure.
（4）What is the best title for the text？ 　 　
A．The Song of the Chair Maker.
B．The Daily Life of a Factory Worker.
C．The Future of Bamboo Furniture.
D．The Struggles of a Traditional Business.
10．（2025 天津模拟） A few years ago，we bought a model Lego （乐高） set of the Taj Mahal （泰姬陵） for my dad's birthday，hoping to combine his love for architecture with family time as our lives grew busier.
Each evening，my dad and I gathered around the large dining table to plan our line of attack.We faced thousands of tiny white pieces，each packaged with accuracy in numbered plastic bags，accompanied by a thick instruction booklet.
The evenings passed quickly，and the building rose before our eyes.We could see our efforts coming to fruition，and as we turned to the tedious （乏味的） task of ordering the colored tiles （地砖） on the building's floor，our conversation too took a turn.
We were struck by the similarities —and differences —between Lego blocks and life.
We were amazed by how complex the model was and its instruction booklet.We realized the booklet itself was a work of art，beautiful，but also surprisingly detailed and clear.It provided us with the comfort of certainty.We knew if we followed all the instructions，we would end up with a model that looked exactly like the picture on the box.If we made a mistake，all we had to do was retrace our steps，flip back the pages and start again.
Life，however，does not fit together so neatly and rarely provides us with such clear instructions.We talked over our respective lives，decisions made，and actions and choices never taken.Dad reflected on a life well lived，and I，in my mid﹣thirties，on the uncertain path that lay ahead.
Here，we were the expert architects doing the assembling （组装），but out in the world，we were the ones being assembled.We think we're in control，but our choices are shaped by forces beyond our control.In the face of uncertainty，we have to continue，trusting both in the process and the end result.
Sometimes，on the days I return home，I go to the spare room to look at the completed Lego model，which brings forth a sense of happiness and comfort.It reminds me that life is built slowly，with mistakes，an element of uncertainty and no instruction book.It shows that consideration，warmth and faith will result in a life well lived.Like the now dusty replica （复制品），life itself is not about what we materially create or leave behind，but rather how we lived it.
（1）Why did the author buy the Lego Taj Mahal set？ 　 　
A．To explore architectural designs.
B．To release pressure from busy work.
C．To celebrate the father's birthday.
D．To teach the children about history.
（2）Which of the following best describes the author's experience building the Lego set？ 　 　
A．Simple and tedious.
B．Creative and enjoyable.
C．Complex and rewarding.
D．Challenging and frustrating.
（3）What life lesson does the author draw from assembling the Lego model？ 　 　
A．Mistakes in life can always be corrected timely.
B．Life's uncertainties make it much more exciting.
C．Life requires careful planning as well as adjustment.
D．Life's uncontrollable nature should be embraced.
（4）What does the completed Lego model symbolize for the author？ 　 　
A．The pleasure of family bonding.
B．The journey of living one's life.
C．The value of hard work in life.
D．The achievement of life goals.
（5）What is the author's purpose of writing the passage？ 　 　
A．To compare assembling Lego blocks to handling life.
B．To describe the process of building a Lego model.
C．To reflect on the importance of family interaction.
D．To discuss the challenges of following instructions.
11．（2025 西城区二模） In the quiet town of Greenfield，situated in the hills of upstate New York，David Lee had built a life around his art.His small studio in an old Victorian house was a sanctuary （庇护所） where he painted landscapes that captured （展现） the heart of the town he loved.The walls were covered with pieces of art，each one reflecting his dedication and passion.
One crisp autumn evening，as the sun set，casting a golden glow over the town，David worked on what he believed was his best piece yet.Lost in his work，he barely noticed a flash of light in the corner of his eye.
It was a neighbor who first saw the smoke.By the time David realized what was happening，the fire had spread through half of his studio.He rushed outside，horrified to see the flames （火焰） consuming everything he had worked so hard for.Within minutes，his studio was reduced to ashes.
The following days were clouded with sorrow.David wandered the streets of Greenfield，confused and with no purpose.Friends and neighbors offered their support，but nothing could replace the years of work destroyed.One evening，as he sat on a bench in the town square，he noticed children drawing with chalk on the pavement.Their laughter and creativity cut through his despair.
David realized his passion for art wasn't tied to the physical space of his studio.It was something deeper within him.He decided to start over，to rebuild his life and art anew.
With the help of his friends，David set up a small workspace in the community center.He began painting again，this time with renewed purpose.His first piece was an acknowledgment of Greenfield，capturing the town's resilience （坚韧）.As he painted，he felt a sense of peace he hadn't felt in weeks.
One day，while finishing a challenging piece，a young girl approached him."What are you painting？"she asked.
David smiled."It's a story，"he said."A story of resilience and hope."
The girl nodded，her eyes reflecting the colors on the painting."It's beautiful，"she said.
David felt warmth in his chest.He realized his art was about more than just paintings—it was about connecting with others and sharing his journey.From then on，David painted not only for himself but for everyone who needed a reminder of the beauty in the world.Though his studio had changed，his passion for art had been renewed，and in that，he found a new kind of resilience.
（1）How did David feel after the fire destroyed his studio？ 　 　
\A.Angry and bitter.
B.Grateful and content.
C.Lost and empty.
D.Anxious and regretful.
（2）What is the significance of the children drawing on the pavement？ 　 　
A.Their creativity helps David find joy again.
B.They are a reminder of the fire's destruction.
C.They represent the future of art in Greenfield.
D.They show how the town has forgotten about David's art.
（3）What is the theme of David's first new painting after the fire？ 　 　
A.Renewal.
B.Resilience.
C.Peace.
D.Passion.
（4）What can we learn from the passage？ 　 　
A.The flash today is the silence tomorrow.
B.The less you expect，the more you appreciate.
C.The flame that burns you may also light your way.
D.The greatest roadblocks are the ones you cannot see.
12．（2025 朝阳区二模） Writing is a bug，and I caught it very early on in life.When my parents cleared their storage room out recently，they found The Story Book Special I wrote when I was nine years old.I couldn't believe my imagination was so wild.Reading it reminded me of how special words had been to me at an early age.It's a feeling that has lasted，through my school years and far，far beyond.
At the age of 18，I joined Kent Police and spent twelve years living every little boy's dream of driving cars fast and playing cops and robbers for real.It's safe to say it's a career I'd still be in now，if not for what happened when I was 28.
I was a fit man when，unexpectedly，I was diagnosed with an incurable heart disease.It's the disease you hear of when a sportsperson suddenly drops dead on the field of play.But，you know what，it's one of the best things to have happened to me.
When this happened，I made a to﹣do list.At the top of it was to write a full﹣length，"proper"book.I wrote the first draft of my first novel in three months and loved every minute of the process.I knew this was what I wanted to do，more than anything，and getting into publishing can't be that hard…right？Wrong!
As every author knows，brick walls are everywhere，and when you knock one down，there's another one.After a few false starts，I coupled with my wonderful agent，Nicky.We spent eight solid months editing and sent the manuscript off.Once again，we received some dressed﹣up"no' s"，until Rachel，an editor I'd really wanted to work with，read it.Her vision for the book is exactly consistent with mine!
Now my first novel is optioned for television，and is in the hands of a wonderful production team both here in London，and in Australia where it will be filmed.
Writing is what I love，and seeing my little story book from when I was nine really drove it home to me.We don't often get another chance in life，but I was given one when I survived something tragically fatal.Now，with my second chance，I'm giving it the best go I can.
（1）How did the author feel when reading The Story Book Special？ 　 　
A.Nervous.
B.Relieved.
C.Proud.
D.Ashamed.
（2）After being told he had heart disease，the author decided to 　 　 .
A.get a job in publishing
B.continue working as a policeman
C.pick up a new hobby
D.pursue his passion for words
（3）What happened when the author acted on his to﹣do list？ 　 　
A.His first novel was turned down many times.
B.He adapted his novel and filmed it in Australia.
C.He worked with a co﹣author to improve the draft.
D.His continuous efforts earned Rachel's appreciation.
（4）What can we learn from this passage？ 　 　
A.Two heads are better than one.
B.A little bit more sums up success.
C.It's hard to change one's nature.
D.A setback is a setup for a comeback.
13．（2025 大通县三模） The stories we engage with can shape our world.However，the publishing industry has long been criticized for its lack of diversity.Despite recent improvements，many people，like Colin Kaepernick，grew up with little or no literature，Kaepernick，a former National Football League （NFL） player，rarely read as a child because he couldn't relate to the narratives in the books available.
Over the years，self﹣realization and awareness，combined with his activism，inspired Kaepernick to address the lack of diversity.In 2023，he released a graphic novel entitled Change the Game.He explained in an interview that the objective of this project was to provide younger audiences with characters and stories that they could relate to，and also give them the resources，which he lacked growing up，to navigate their realities.
And subsequently in 2024，Colin launched Lumi，an AI﹣based platform that provides creators with tools to independently produce，publish，distribute，and market their stories，both digitally and physically. "Lumi addresses an unnecessary dependency on gatekeepers that slows creators down，" says Kaepernick.
The platform was born out of the barriers he encountered while trying to publish his own works through Ra Vision Media. "One specific challenge creators face is the manufacturing and distribution of their stories，" he explains. "We have built digital and physical publishing directly into our platform to simplify the process of manufacturing and distribution for creators and remove this organizational burden."
Lumi's use of AI has brought discussions about technology's role in the creative process.While some fear that AI tools might overshadow human creativity，Kaepernick sees AI as an enabler rather than a replacement for human creativity. "We believe creators are at the center of all creations，and AI will be a tool that creators can use to enhance their current creative processes，" he explains.
Looking ahead，Lumi aims to be a bridge between traditional creatives and AI﹣driven content creation，developing an environment where both can boom.Through Lumi，Kaepernick is expanding the creative space to include a wider range of voices. "Lumi will allow a new wave of diverse and innovative stories to come to life，" Kaepernick says.
（1）Why did Colin Kaepernick push Change the Game？ 　 　
A.To criticize the quality of storytelling.
B.To meet young readers' need in storytelling.
C.To support his physical education initiatives.
D.To challenge traditional publishing companies.
（2）What inspired Colin Kaepernick to launch the platform of Lumi？ 　 　
A.His desire to become a writer.
B.His enthusiasm for AI technology.
C.His struggle with literary creation.
D.His personal publishing experience.
（3）What do we know about Lumi？ 　 　
A.It focuses primarily on digital storytelling.
B.It is intended to minimize reading difficulties.
C.It leads to the decline of traditional publishing.
D.It enables creators to work freely and independently.
（4）What can be the suitable title for the text？ 　 　
A.How Kaepernick Makes Efforts to Diversify Storytelling
B.How Kaepernick Takes Advantage of AI to Write Books
C.Why Kaepernick Appreciates Authentic Storytelling Style
D.Why Kaepernick Shifts His Career from Sports to Literature
14．（2025 新郑市校级三模） As a little girl，I was crazy about every science and nature channel，loving shows like Planet Earth that let me get up close with a bird﹣eating tarantula （狼蛛）.Although absorbed in wildlife，I was too frightened to go into nature myself.Later when I was in high school，the disconnect became really clear when I collapsed after getting hit in the face by a flying beetle （甲虫）. "Hmm.This might cause a problem，" I thought.I considered nature to be an unpredictable and unsafe space for me.
Eventually，I turned my interest to microbiology，enjoying the comfortable environment of a lab where dangerous things were contained in test tubes.Then for my Doctor of Philosophy，I joined the lab of a field scientist named Elizabeth Hadly for a project that focused on bats as a source of infectious diseases.When I joined the Hadly lab，everyone else had field experience except me.So I immediately counted myself out when Elizabeth announced a month﹣long trip to Botswana，but Elizabeth convinced me to go.
During our trip to Botswana's Okavango Delta，when resting one afternoon，I heard our guide Gareth calmly inform us， "There's an elephant right behind you." I then noticed a massive male elephant hiding behind a small tree.Gareth explained this elephant was in a period of heightened reproductive signals that could cause aggression （挑衅）.
We all slowly inched our way back to our car while Gareth was making loud noise shaking a large fallen tree branch at the elephant. "He should be afraid right now.I'm in the safety of this car and I'm still afraid.This is exactly why I shouldn't be here，" I thought.Looking around，I saw tense faces and realized I wasn't the only one who was stressed out.At that moment，I realized that feeling afraid didn't have to disqualify me from being a field scientist.
The elephant eventually left.The encounter made me more present，and while my mind was focused on the elephant in front，the one in my head quietly disappeared as well.
（1）How did a flying beetle affect the author？ 　 　
A.Her passion for science grew.
B.She had negative ideas about nature.
C.She enjoyed TV shows more.
D.Her curiosity about birds disappeared.
（2）Why did the author join the Hadly lab？ 　 　
A.To get field experience.
B.To overcome her fear.
C.To help with her degree.
D.To advocate disease study.
（3）How did the other people feel when encountering the elephant？ 　 　
A.Nervous.
B.Qualified.
C.Inspired.
D.Calm.
（4）What does the author imply in the last paragraph？ 　 　
A.She centered more on the elephant.
B.The guide's behaviors aggressed her.
C.Her stress from work was reduced.
D.Her fear of field work got nonexistent.
15．（2025 广东模拟） Steve Bagmanyan found his calling in a workshop filled with broken instruments.But every year，the shop brings both joy and heartbreak.Due to budget cuts，the number of technicians has dropped from 60 to just 11，leaving them to repair instruments for more than half a million students in Los Angeles public schools.
"The work we do is important and needs to be preserved，but it's becoming a dying craft，" said Bagmanyan，60，who runs the shop and handles piano repairs. "Children are our future，yet music programs are being cut across the country."
However，there is hope for the shop.The Last Repair Shop，a short documentary featuring Bagmanyan and three other technicians，recently won an Oscar for best documentary short film.The film combines their personal stories with reflections from students who have found comfort and joy in music.
Few people even knew the shop existed before the documentary's release.This workshop，in operation since 1959，is believed to be the last of its kind in the country.Bagmanyan and his team provide free instruments and repairs across the school district，often serving children from low﹣income families.For many of these children，public schools are their only source of musical instruments，which wealthier families can more easily afford.
Since the release of the film，public support has soared.Donations have been made to fund more repairs and strengthen school music programs in Los Angeles. "People are inspired by what we do and want to support a dying art form，" said Ben Proudfoot，who co﹣directed the documentary.
Bagmanyan knows that a poorly maintained instrument can discourage a child from learning. "If an instrument doesn't work properly，a child might give up on music，" he said. "But when you know the instrument is going to a student who loves it，it's impossible not to smile."
After 21 years of service，Bagmanyan says his cup is full，knowing that children may carry a love of music with them for a lifetime. "I was planning to retire，" he admitted. "But now I'll rebuild the shop to what it once was and keep going a little longer."
（1）What is the challenge faced by Bagmanyan？ 　 　
A.Old instruments.
B.Declining number of students.
C.Low profitability.
D.Shortage of skilled technicians.
（2）What is paragraph 4 mainly about？ 　 　
A.The career achievements of Bagmanyan.
B.The popularity of the documentary.
C.The unique history of the school district.
D.The importance of the repair shop.
（3）How does the documentary impact the shop？ 　 　
A.It enhances the shop's public image.
B.It attracts new business opportunities.
C.It helps sustain the shop's operation.
D.It provides education to the community.
（4）What do the underlined words "his cup is full" in the last paragraph mean？ 　 　
A.He is ready to retire.
B.He feels deeply satisfied.
C.He is tired of the spotlight.
D.He has become very wealthy.
16．（2025 南开区校级模拟） In 2019，I began learning Chinese at the Confucius Institute in Rome.Already fluent in several European languages，I sought a new challenge —something truly different that would expand my worldview.Chinese，with its intricate characters resembling abstract art，melodic tones that sounded like singing，and sentence structures reversing European logic，fascinated me from the first lesson.
However，my interest soon branched out beyond linguistics into China's cultural heritage.I started with Tang Dynasty poetry，renowned for its concise elegance and emotive power.Poems by Li Bai and Du Fu introduced me to China's poetic tradition.Intrigued by its roots，I then turned to earlier works like the Shi Jing （The Book of Songs），an anthology of poems often attributed as one of the earliest reflections of the Chinese soul.Later，I explored the Chu Ci （Songs of Chu，or Poetry of the South），further broadening my understanding of regional literary expressions.
My classes soon multiplied，as I took courses on Chinese history，literature，philosophy and art history.Confucianism's emphasis on social harmony，Daoism's natural spontaneity，and Buddhism's cyclical worldview formed a philosophical triad that explained many modern Chinese values.Yet it was Chinese art history，especially scroll painting，that truly fired my imagination.The graceful brush﹣strokes，the interplay of ink and water，and the visual storytelling contained within those scrolls made me see art in an entirely new light.
During my journey，I was particularly drawn to the stories of influential women in Chinese history，such as military leader Fu Hao，and Emperor Wu Zetian.Learning about these extraordinary women expanded my understanding of China's societal transformations and how women's contributions have often been overlooked，yet undeniably crucial.
These discoveries inspired me to create a bilingual English﹣Montenegrin magazine about Chinese culture.Unlike academic journals，it would mix thorough research with engaging stories —featuring Tang poetry analyses alongside profiles of contemporary Chinese innovators.A planned column "From Terra Cotta to Tech" would trace historical continuities，while a culinary section might explore how Sichuan peppercorns traveled the Silk Road.
This publishing venture （活动） is both exciting and challenging.From selecting articles to editing translations，I'm constantly learning.And that，in itself，is part of what fascinates me so much about China：its cultural depth is an ever﹣expanding puzzle —one that can never be fully completed，but becomes more fascinating with each piece we add.Ultimately，my hope is that by creating this bilingual magazine，I can contribute to a mutual understanding.
（1）What initially motivated the author to learn Chinese？ 　 　
A.The complexity of the Chinese language.
B.The desire to become a linguistic teacher.
C.The influence of several European languages.
D.The opportunity to study at the Confucius Institute.
（2）In her exploration of Chinese culture，which of the following topics does the author NOT cover？ 　 　
A.The principles of Confucianism and Taoism.
B.The expressive qualities of Tang Dynasty poetry.
C.The artistic skills involved in Chinese calligraphy.
D.The storytelling elements in Chinese scroll painting.
（3）What does the author find most significant about the stories of influential women in Chinese history？ 　 　
A.Their success in challenging traditional gender roles.
B.Their contributions to China's societal transformations.
C.Their artistic achievements in both poetry and painting.
D.Their overlooked yet crucial thoughts of Chinese culture.
（4）What makes the author's magazine different from academic journals？ 　 　
A.Use of bilingual content and comments from readers.
B.Exclusion of serious and deep historical analysis.
C.Focus mainly on modern technology and innovations.
D.Integration of academic depth and appealing stories.
（5）Why does the author compare "Chinese cultural depth" to "an ever﹣expanding puzzle" in the last paragraph？ 　 　
A.To emphasize that Chinese culture is too complicated to understand.
B.To criticize the lack of systematic study of Chinese traditions.
C.To demonstrate that Chinese culture is disconnected and incomplete.
D.To highlight its complexity and the endless opportunities for discovery.
17．（2025 郴州模拟） With his heartwarming party invitation，Doug Turner，an 87﹣year﹣old from Bucks County，Pennsylvania，proved that friendship has no age limit.
Wanting to unite neighbors，he hand﹣delivered a homemade invitation to Michelle Hernandez.Michelle，29，was working from home when the doorbell rang.Standing at the gate was her neighbor，Doug Turner.When he handed her a folded piece of paper with a warm smile，he could clearly see the amazement on her face.
"Hi，I'm Doug across the street..." Doug said. "This is an invitation to a party I'm having on February 15." It read "A Celebration of Winter" and featured a neatly drawn snowflake.Adding a touch of humor，it listed the party's start time as "4 pm until the police arrive."
Michelle burst into laughter as she read the note.She and her husband were new arrivals and had only crossed paths with Doug a few times.Yet，his thoughtful gesture left a lasting impression. "It was so sweet，" she said.Michelle was impressed by Doug's effort to personally deliver each handmade invitation，which included the promise of "Food and drinks on offer."
Reflecting on the rarity of such gestures，she said， "People don't really do that anymore." Michelle shared the Ring camera footage of Doug's invitation on social media.The video quickly went viral，gaining over 1.3 million views.Doug was caught off guard by the overwhelming response.He never expected the video to attract so much attention.
Since his wife's passing in 2022，Doug has made it a yearly tradition to host a winter party for his neighbors.He supplies all the food and drinks，asking only that guests bring a smile.
Doug cherished the sense of community he and his wife built by welcoming neighbors into their homes.He found his strongest friendships in his current neighborhood.He wanted to keep those connections alive，so he started an annual winter party to reunite longtime friends and introduce new residents.
（1）What was Michelle's initial reaction to Doug's invitation？ 　 　
A.She was at a loss.
B.She was astonished.
C.She felt delighted.
D.She took it for granted.
（2）What humorous element did Doug include in his party invitation？ 　 　
A.Policemen's intervention.
B.A celebration of winter.
C.Food and drinks on offer.
D.A neatly drawn snowflake.
（3）Why did Doug start hosting annual winter parties？ 　 　
A.To enhance his online fame.
B.To build community connections.
C.To remember his wife in private.
D.To promote homemade invitations.
（4）What may be the best title for the text？ 　 　
A.Doug's Summer Party Tradition
B.Community Events in Bucks County
C.Handmade Invites，Heartwarming Connections
D.Late Wife's Memory Annually，Deep affection
18．（2025 涪城区校级二模） For the entirety of my adult life，I have tried to avoid driving.I could claim all sorts of noble reasons for this：concern about the environment，a desire to save money，the health benefits gained from walking or biking.
But the main reason is that I'm anxious.
Then came the pandemic.After more than a year in our Manhattan neighborhood，my family of three was longing for new surroundings.So，I booked lodging in the Adirondacks，about a three﹣hour drive from New York City，and ﹣ for the first time in my life ﹣ signed up for formal driving lessons.
On that first day，I arrived queasy，muscles tensed and brain on high alert.My instructor，however，told me something that nobody ever had： "The fear never leaves you.You have to learn to make use of it."
The idea that I did not need to completely erase my anxiety was freeing.Having some anxiety ﹣ especially when faced with a stressful situation ﹣ is not necessarily bad and can actually be helpful，experts say.
Anxiety is an uncomfortable emotion，often fueled by uncertainty.Too much anxiety can create intense，excessive and persistent worry and fear，not just about stressful events but also about everyday situations.However，according to the Yerkes﹣Dodson Law，a theory that originated in the early 20th century from experiments on mice，a certain degree of anxiety can help people anticipate obstacles and stay organized.
Seth Gillihan，a psychologist in Philadelphia，used to feel anxious before starting his workday.At the time，he focused on managing his anxiety rather than examining what was causing it，and eventually realized that the anxiety itself was not the problem.As a result，he cut back his clinic hours and spent additional time writing and podcasting，two of his passions.Now，Gillihan is grateful that he listened to what his body was trying to tell him rather than trying to suppress those feelings.
Furthermore，anxious people tend to be careful and cautious.They can channel those tendencies into conscientiousness.Alice Boyes，the author of The Anxiety Toolkit，was the kind of kid who was always having stomachaches before sports events at school.As she grew up，Boyes continued to worry about things going wrong，but she also started making contingency （应变的） plans.Being prepared for unforeseen events helped to calm her fears and reduce the likelihood of any worst﹣case scenarios.
In my case，preparing ahead of time was what eventually gave me the confidence to drive upstate.It took eight driving lessons，a nervous last﹣minute text to my instructor，and a rental car with advanced safety features.Finally，my family packed up and set off.
"Mama is a driver!" my four﹣year﹣old daughter exclaimed from the back seat.
"That's right !" I replied，starting to feel a glimmer of pride. "I am."
（1）What was the main reason why the author had tried to avoid driving before the pandemic broke out？ 　 　
A．She had never taken formal driving lessons.
B．She thought it unnecessary to make a road trip.
C．She was afraid of being involved in an accident.
D．She felt responsible for protecting the environment.
（2）What does the underlined word in paragraph 4 probably mean？ 　 　
A．Safe and sound.
B．Nervous and concerned.
C．Thrilled and delighted.
D．Worn out and frustrated.
（3）What does the example of Seth Gillihanin in the text tell us？ 　 　
A．The possibility of changing anxiety into a positive force.
B．The benefits of totally erasing anxiety through treatments.
C．The need to suppress anxious feelings to achieve one's goals.
D．The significance of avoiding stressful situations to deal with anxiety.
（4）What might be the best title of this text？ 　 　
A．The Way of Driving
B．The Truth About Anxiety
C．The Disadvantages of Feeling Anxious
D．The Way to Overcome Obstacles in Life
19．（2025 船山区校级二模）When Joseph Cook first landed on the Greenland ice sheet in 2010，he was expecting to see a primitive white environment.What he found was "colorful mix"﹣from blacks and grays to greens，purples and browns，with blue streams cutting through the ice.the rainbow colors Cook encountered are created by a collection of tiny life forms that reproduce on the surface of the ice sheet.Biodiversity is usually considered a good thing，but in this case the abundance of tiny life is speeding up ice melt，and likely causing global sea levels to rise faster than scientists have predicted
Cook says the tiny life forms he studies are contributing to the problem.One of these organisms is an algae（海藻）that grows in the thin layer of water on the surface of the ice.it produces purple﹣brown﹣pigment（色素）which acts "like a natural sunscreen，" says Cook，protecting the algae from the full force of the Arctic sunlight.The pigment also causes the ice to heat up and melt.
"If you go out on a hot day wearing a black T﹣shirt，you get warmer than if you go out on a hot day wearing a white T﹣shirt.The same thing happens on the ice，" says Cook. "These algae，like the black T﹣shirt for the glacier，are causing it to warm up in the sun and melt faster."
Cook's research on a part of the Greenland ice sheet covering 3，900 square miles revealed that algae is responsible for up to 13% of the ice melt.In some localized areas，the algae boosted melting by up to 26%.
Glacier algae are not a new phenomenon﹣there are records of them in the diaries of polar explorers from the 1870s，says Cook.What's becoming clear is that ice sheets are surprisingly dynamic and complex environments. "There are so many questions to answer，" says Cook. "It's kind of like a theme park for a scientist because there's just so much to do."
（1）What is quickening the ice melt？ 　 　
A．The algae.
B．Human activities.
C．Global warming.
D．Blue melt streams.
（2）Why is the example of wearing a black T﹣shirt mentioned？ 　 　
A．To clarify a rule.
B．To explain the phenomenon.
C．To add humour.
D．To make a conclusion.
（3）What can we infer from the last paragraph？ 　 　
A．Scientists will avoid exploring polar regions.
B．Cook feels proud of the current results.
C．A theme park will be built on ice sheets.
D．There's a long way for research into ice sheets.
（4）From which is the text probably taken？ 　 　
A．A news review.
B．A travel brochure.
C．A geography textbook.
D．A science magazine
20．（2025 河西区二模） Suzanne Heywood was just seven years old when her parents told her she，along with her younger brother Jonathan，would be pulled out of school to go on a three﹣year voyage around the world.The family of four from the UK set out on their exploration to recreate Captain Cook's voyage around the globe，which ended up taking a decade instead of the promised three years.
Now 55 years old，Suzanne has shared her tale of survival on TikTok，and recalled her 10 years at sea in her tell﹣all memoir Wave Walker."I spent that time trapped on a boat，unable to go to school or have normal friendships."Despite her father assuring her the trip would be safe，Suzanne claimed it was "incredibly dangerous but great as well"，sharing details of a risky journey from South Africa to Australia where the boat hit an enormous storm.
In order to get through her very strange childhood，Suzanne recalled how she was determined to get an education to live a normal life."As it became clear my parents had no intention of going back，I decided I had to educate myself as it was the only lifeline that I had，"she told the hosts of The Morning Show.
She began studying in the small cabin of the boat，which she found challenging both practically and academically，as she"had missed a lot of education".Then，when she was 16，and her brother 15，her parents enrolled the two teenagers into a school in New Zealand while they continued sailing.
Despite the gaps in her education，Suzanne landed a spot at Oxford University，and after saving up money she had earned working on a farm，Suzanne bought a one﹣way plane ticket back to the UK.
Since going public with her story，Suzanne's book instantly became a bestseller，and she continues to work through the trauma（创伤） caused by her"unstable"childhood.Suzanne's extraordinary tale has captured the hearts of millions，with thousands of online fans applauding her for her bravery.
（1）Why did Suzanne's family set out their voyage？ 　 　
A.To meet the challenges of their life.
B.To realize the dream of family traveling.
C.To admire the beauty of great oceans.
D.To follow in the footsteps of a great explorer.
（2）What does the underlined word"memoir"mean in English？ 　 　
A.Personal experiences.
B Scientific research.
C.Extraordinary tales.
D Offshore exploration.
（3）What did education mean to Suzanne during the voyage？ 　 　
A.An approach to pleasing her parents.
B.A tool for killing time on the vast sea.
C.A means of struggling for a better future.
D.A support of her admission into Oxford University.
（4）What message does Suzanne's experience convey？ 　 　
A.A strong will can free a person from family support.
B.A lack of education can affect a person's intelligence.
C.A unique life can equip a person with special qualities.
D.A crazy upbringing always leads to greater achievements.
（5）What's the author's purpose of writing the text？ 　 　
A.To analyze the impact of family decisions and give warnings.
B.To record Suzanne's remarkable life journey and inspire others.
C.To evaluate Suzanne's educational achievements and praise her.
D.To promote Suzanne's memoir Wave Walker and excite readers.
高考英语一轮复习 记叙文阅读理解
参考答案与试题解析
一．阅读理解（共20小题）
1．（2025春 昆明校级期中） When I call Sherry Pocknett for the first time，she's on her way out the door to pick mushrooms.But then she invites me up to her restaurant，Sly Fox Den Too.Pocknett is one of the people best known for making indigenous （土著的） foods.Her restaurant，opened in 2021，is her own way of using her people's knowledge to feed Americans today.And she hopes the menu shows the width and depth of indigenous foods.
Pocknett's menu is based on a simple idea： "The food I grew up with，" she says.She cooks what's local and what's in season.I watch Pocknett prepare venison （鹿肉） topped with onion （洋葱） rings，which，she admits，aren't exactly a deep﹣rooted tradition；they're "from a mix" ，she says， "but I just love them."
Pocknett works on a reduction of beach plums （海滨李） to pair with the venison.To wash it all down，there are pots full of iced tea made from boiled sassafras （檫树） roots.Even if you've never heard of this common North American tree，you probably know the taste —it was long the key part in root beer.The meal recreates foods from a traditional festival in 1621.
Restaurants specializing in Native American food are not so common —but a small number of indigenous cooks with great love are working to raise their profile （形象）.Owamni，a restaurant in Minneapolis focuses on indigenous food，won the James Beard Foundation Award for Best New Restaurant in 2022.The Sioux Chef is a company working on indigenous foods，too.Its owner Sean Sherman and his team are working tirelessly toward the day when "people will find an indigenous restaurant easily in America，experiencing all the richness of the varied original American cultures."
（1）Which can best describe Pocknett's offerings？ 　A　
A.Seasonal.
B.Plant﹣based.
C.High in price.
D.Limited in variety.
（2）What does the underlined phrase "wash it all down" probably refer to？ 　C　
A.Cooking the food with care.
B.Picking all the plums on the tree.
C.Getting the food down to the stomach.
D.Washing the plums completely before cooking.
（3）What can we infer about Pocknett from paragraph 3？ 　C　
A.She leaves food for the locals.
B.She is very choosy about what she eats.
C.She draws inspiration from local historical traditions.
D.She is known for mixing indigenous and international tastes.
（4）What does the author want to show by mentioning two restaurants in the last paragraph？ 　B　
A.The special culture passed on by famous Americans.
B.The growing recognition and efforts of indigenous cooks.
C.The cut﹣throat state of national cooking competitions.
D.The popularity of indigenous restaurants outside America.