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 北辰区三模） On a sunny Sunday morning，I went to my first ballet class.But I didn't do any dancing.This was Class on Stage，a rare opportunity to watch dancers warm up during their daily 75﹣minute class.I went in knowing that I would be impressed by the physicality of it.Top athletes aren't born；they're made.
Forty﹣five minutes into the class，the dancers didn't even look tired.While watching dancers quietly plie （下蹲屈膝） with complete control was calming，watching the floor exercises that came next was anything but.The sequences were short but became increasingly complicated，so I stopped paying attention to the directions I couldn't follow，and simply allowed myself to observe the remarkable results.At the end of the class.I applauded and watched the dancers leave the stage.They had already accomplished so much with their day，and I was left in complete awe，not just of my inadequacy，but also of their effort.
As I headed home，I tried to think of the last time I worked as hard as those dancers at anything in my own life.So much has been made easier by technology：I can listen to any song I want，whenever I want.I can have pretty much anything delivered.I can stay in touch with friends without making the time to see them.But instead of taking shortcuts，maybe I should look for challenges.Because once you start doing challenging things，they become easier，and then you know you can do them.
With the determination and discipline of ballet dancers still fresh in my mind，I commit to doing some hard things：I get back in the habit of practicing a language I've been trying to learn.I lift heavier weights.I take the stairs.I write the essay.
Nothing demands as much of me as what ballet demands of those dancers every day.They inspire me.So，I guess what I'm trying to say is that sometimes a fitness class can change your life，even if you're not the one taking it.
（1）Which statement accurately describes the ballet class mentioned in the passage？　 　
A.The writer actively took part in dancing.
B.The dancers didn't look exhausted despite the physicality.
C.The warm﹣up session lasted only 45 minutes that morning.
D.The writer could follow the directions throughout the session.
（2）How did the author feel when the ballet class ended？　 　
A.She was amazed by how hard the dancers worked.
B.She regretted not putting more effort into ballet.
C.She believed she could face life's difficulties better.
D.She felt embarrassed about her own lack of determination.
（3）By mentioning the technology that has made life easier，the writer means that 　 　 .
A.Technology allows people to avoid difficult tasks
B.Using technology helps improve work efficiency
C.A simple life requires rejecting modern tools
D.Technology's convenience may reduce motivation to seek challenges
（4）What has the writer learned from her first ballet lesson？　 　
A.Fitness classes build both body and mind strength.
B.We should push ourselves to seek challenges for self﹣improvement.
C.Difficult things are worth trying as long as you enjoy doing them.
D.Watching others practice ballet is a good way to improve ourselves.
（5）What can we learn from the last paragraph？　 　
A.Fitness classes are of no significance.
B.Only through taking part in ballet can one truly change.
C.Observing others' commitment can inspire personal growth.
D.Fitness classes are essential for everyone's life improvement.
2．（2025春 嘉定区校级期中） To decide how to get around in Beijing requires weighing cost and convenience.A traditional bus measures up well in both criteria.Since last year I've given up driving and taken the bus to work every day，which has aroused quite a bit of curiosity among colleagues because bus riding is still a rarity in my office.
My easy explanation about the change is that after navigating the streets in one of the most congested capitals in the world for more than a decade，I'm tired of driving，and taking the bus allows me to think before my work starts.I also like to be given a ride home after a long，rough day.
But most of my colleagues，especially the younger ones who aspire to own a car，have responded with disbelief as they picture me walking to the bus stop under smoggy skies，stuck in a packed，rumbling bus and constantly leery of jostling，bad breath，loud talking on cell phones and dirty shopping bags.
I believe they would be amused if they read the findings of a study of British workers，which found that commuting by bus or train has "the beneficial effects of being physically active，as most journeys will involve walking to the station or stop but also include time to read or talk to friends while traveling".according to recent British media reports.
Perhaps everybody would be more convinced if I told them that I take the bus because It's cheap，while driving a car is expensive and inconvenient.
A bus trip costs 0.4 yuan or 6﹣7 cents with the use of a stored value card，which is almost free if you consider a Coke costs five times that or more.Beijing has a fixed subway fare with unlimited transfers of 2 yuan per single﹣trip ticket.I would take the more comfortable subway，if it was closer to my home and workplace.
（1）Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons the author gave up driving around？　 　
A.He tried to avoid the traffic jam.
B.He could have time to relax himself.
C.He could contribute to environmental protection.
D.He could save certain amount of money.
（2）What can you learn from the passage？　 　
A.It is not an economical way to go around by public transports.
B.Most of the author's young colleagues commute by private cars.
C.You can travel to wherever you want with no more than 2 yuan by bus In Beijing.
D.Commuting by bus has benefits to people's health.
（3）The author quoted the findings of a study of British workers so as to 　 　 .
A.illustrate how cheap it is to commute by bus and metro
B.convince the public Coke is much more expensive than a subway fare
C.explain the benefits of doing exercises
D.back up his decision to resort to public transport
（4）What is the main idea of the passage？　 　
A.To persuade the citizens in Beijing to choose public transports.
B.To describe how terrible the traffic and air in Beijing are.
C.To present and defend his choice in commuting.
D.To compare different methods of transportations.
3．（2025 庐阳区校级三模） Zakir Hussain passed away at a hospital in San Francisco on December 16，2024.Hussain's passing marks the end of an extraordinary era in music.Known for his innovative spirit，he transformed the tabla（a musical instrument） from a traditional accompaniment instrument into a globally celebrated solo（独奏） art form.His performances were a masterclass in improvisation（即兴演奏），marked by breathtaking precision and an innate ability to connect with audiences across cultures.
Born to the famous tabla master Ustad Allarakha，Zakir Hussain displayed amazing talent from an early age，beginning his first international tour at just 12 years old.Over the next six decades，he became a global ambassador（大使） of Indian classical music.His partnership with his father changed the way people saw the tabla and inspired countless musicians worldwide.
Zakir Hussain's career was marked by groundbreaking cooperation.In 1973，he worked with English guitarist John McLaughlin，violinist L.Shankar，and percussionist T.H."Vikku" Vinayakram to create Shakti.This was a groundbreaking mix of Indian classical music and jazz that opened up new possibilities in world music.He continued to team up with musicians such as Mickey Hart，Yo﹣Yo Ma，and Charles Lloyd，always pushing boundaries and expanding the possibilities of his instrument.
In 2024，at the 66th Grammy Awards，Zakir Hussain received three Grammy Awards，bringing his career total to four.Throughout his career，Zakir Hussain received numerous honours，including the Padma Bhushan，Padma Vibhushan，and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship.In 2022，he was awarded the Kyoto Prize in Arts and Philosophy，one of the world's highest honours in the arts.
In addition to his artistic achievements，Hussain was a devoted teacher.He was also deeply committed to cultural exchange，as evident in his work with the Indo﹣American Arts Council and other organizations.
Hussain's death is a big loss for the music world，but his music，work with others，and the many students he inspired will keep his memory alive.
（1）Which of the following can best describe Hussain's performances？　 　
A.Boring and repetitive.
B.Disappointing and noisy.
C.Traditional and conservative.
D.Improvisational and precise.
（2）What's the main idea of Paragraph 4？　 　
A.Zakir Hussain's preferences in art.
B.Zakir Hussain's main achievements.
C.The history of the Grammy Awards.
D.The popularity of Indian classical music.
（3）What's the author's purpose of writing the text？　 　
A.To announce Zakir Hussain's death.
B.To promote Indian classical music.
C.To describe the long history of the tabla.
D.To honor Zakir Hussain's life and contributions.
（4）What's the author's attitude towards Zakir Hussain？　 　
A.Negative.
B.Uncaring.
C.Positive.
D.Critical.
4．（2025 平谷区一模） Paul was attacked by a shark in the Sydney Harbor and found himself in a fight for his life."I was a doll in a monster's mouth，"he says.A string of good luck saved him，even though he lost a hand and a leg.Now，the 47﹣year﹣old is a motivational speaker and environmentalist.
He was doing a counterterrorism training exercise with his mates when suddenly he felt that big hit on the back of his leg.A shark grabbed him by his right hand and the back of his right leg in the same bite and dragged him underwater.He remembered thinking，"Oh，I am not going home today."And then the shark bit off his leg bone and took off his hand.
The encounter only lasted about eight seconds，but anyone who's been through unbearable pain will tell you it feels like forever.Luckily his diving suit made him float to the surface.He started to swim to his safety boat﹣only to realize his hand wasn't there.He also had no clue whether he could feel his broken leg.
It just so happened that his three teammates had seen what was going on and reached him before the shark did again.They pulled him into the boat，at which point he temporarily passed out.
His surgeon eventually gave him a choice：keep his leg，knowing it would not properly function，or remove it and get a prosthetic（假肢）.All of this was difficult to process emotionally.He always says that up until his incident，his two greatest fears were sharks and public speaking，and it took a shark attack and meeting with a bunch of kids who wanted to hear his story at a cancer charity for that all to change.For 30 minutes he was fortunate enough to hang out with these children who had grown up in the hospital and help take their minds off of what they were struggling with，if only for a short while.He walked out of the room on top of the world after seeing the effect it had on them.It gave him a purpose.It gave him value.And so he thought，"Okay，maybe I can do this."
（1）What was Paul's feeling after being attacked by a shark？ 　 　
A.He felt powerful.
B.He felt like a hero.
C.He felt rather desperate.
D.He felt very embarrassed.
（2）How did Paul's teammates help him after the shark attack？ 　 　
A.They managed to kill the shark.
B.They dragged him into the safety boat.
C.They phoned an ambulance immediately.
D.They rapidly applied a belt to stop the bleeding.
（3）What was the turning point for Paul in terms of his fears and outlook on life？ 　 　
A.Having his leg cut.
B.Receiving medical treatment.
C.Reviewing the site of his attack.
D.Meeting with kids at a cancer charity.
（4）What can we learn from the passage？ 　 　
A.Purpose is a cure of anxiety.
B.One's potential may be underrated.
C.Someone could rise again from the ashes.
D.Everything comes to those who are innovative.
5．（2025春 重庆期中） About once a week，a veterinarian（兽医） Kwane Stewart heads down to San Diego's East Village to make his rounds，serving the dogs，cats and birds who are the treasured pets of downtown's homeless community.
Stewart's parents were huge animal lovers.By age 6.he knew he wanted to be a vet.After graduation from a Colorado veterinary science program，he spent the next decade as a veterinarian.In 2008，he worked as head veterinarian at a country﹣run animal shelter in an area struck by the Great Recession.He saw pets abandoned and the work was extremely depressing.Four years into the shelter job.Stewart said he was burned out with guilt and ready to quit.
Then one morning on his way to work，he saw a homeless man and a dog.He treated the dog's skin condition and the animal was transformed.The owner was beyond grateful and said， "Thanks for not ignoring me and for treating my dog." "That was the moment for me.I got back to saving animals and doing it on my own terms." Stewart said.
A few weeks later he set up a pop﹣up veterinary clinic at a soup kitchen，and when clients there suggested he take his services further，his new job as "Street Vet" began.In addition to treating common diseases，Stewart often provides vaccinations and general wellness checks.He also promotes "fear﹣free" pet care.Many of the people Stewart serves are not just grateful for the help but also form a deep bond with him，seeing him as someone who not only treats their pets but also acknowledges their humanity.
"I can dream a little bit that people from all over the world will want to emulate what I do." Stewart said.Right now，he is building a network of trusted volunteers，technicians with hospitals and clinics. "These are all people who just reached out and said. 'I'm inspired by what you do.How do I do it？'" he said.
（1）What do we know about Steward's current job？ 　 　
A．He runs an animal shelter.
B．He adopts abandoned pets.
C．He works for a science program.
D．He attends to homeless people's pets.
（2）Why is Stewart's shelter job mentioned？ 　 　
A．To explain his change of career focus.
B．To illustrate his professional competence.
C．To explore the future of the industry.
D．To reflect the challenges of the profession.
（3）What do many people think of Steward？ 　 　
A．He's odd.
B．He's frank.
C．He's humble.
D．He's merciful.
（4）What does the underlined word "emulate" in the last paragraph mean？ 　 　
A．Follow the example of.
B．Show respect for.
C．Put the blame on.
D．Pay attention to.
6．（2025 安徽一模） An internationally praised cultural thing has introduced the attractive tale of Sun Wukong to audiences worldwide.But for Ghaffar Pourazar，a British﹣American dual citizen living in California；this legendary figure has been a part of his identity for decades.
Pourazar's lifelong passion for Peking Opera began by chance.In 1993，Pourazar attended a performance at London's Queen Elizabeth Hall and was instantly captured.He went backstage right after the show and made friends with the Chinese performers.With their help，Pourazar was enrolled at an opera school.Just three months later，he left his life in Britain behind and moved to Beijing to train in the martial roles of the art.
Starting as an adult was not easy，as Peking Opera is a complex mixture of vocal performance，mime，martial arts，dance and acrobatics.In addition to the physical demands，mastering the Chinese language posed another problem."I was constantly reciting the subtitles and songs，whether I was eating bathing.walking，or even dreaming."Pourazar said.
Pourazar believes that great art transcends languages.Over the years，he has devoted himself to introducing Peking Opera and Sun Wukong to international audiences.He has also been teaching courses and organizing workshops in the United﹣States，bringing Peking Opera to curious Western﹣learners.To better connect with Western audiences and：learners，he adapted some classic plays such as The Monkey King：Uproar in Heaven into English versions and he also adapted Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night' Dream ino﹣Peking Opera.
In recognition of his contributions，Pourazar received the Great Wall Friendship Award from.the Beijing government in 2014."Cultural exchange should be reciprocal（互惠的）.I aim to blend my expertise in opera with my multicultural background to create enriching artistic experiences for the audiences，"said Pourazar.
（1）What is the author's intention of writing paragraph 1？ 　 　
A.To prove Ghaffar Pourazar's achievement.
B.To introduce a cultural influence on an individual.
C.To explain the cultural significance of Sun Wukang.
D.To highlight the fascination of ancient Chinese tales.
（2）What do we know about Powrazar's experience of learning Peking Opera？ 　 　
A.Language was a significant barrier to him.
B.The performers he met backstage taught him the art.
C.Queen Elizabeth made him interested in Peking Opera.
D.His enthusiasm for Peking Opera started at an early age.
（3）What is paragraph 4 mainly about？ 　 　
A.His great love for Peking Opera.
B.His amazing performance on stage.
C.His belief in performing Peking Opera.
D.His contribution to spreading Peking Opera.
（4）Which of the following words best describe Pourazar？ 　 　
A.Persistent and gentle.
B Humorous and charming.
C.Traditional and cautious.
D.Determined and innovative.
7．（2025 浙江模拟） Amina's lungs burned as she reached the summit of the hill，her feet pounding against the unfamiliar pavement of her new hometown.As she ran，memories flashed through her mind.
Six months earlier，Amina had fled her war﹣torn homeland.When she finally reached this small town in a country whose language she barely spoke，she felt more out of place than ever.That first week，she had hardly left her tiny apartment.But on the eighth day，driven by a restlessness she couldn't shake，Amina laced up her worn running shoes and stepped outside.
At first，she ran to escape﹣from the memories，from the pitying looks of her new neighbors.But with each day and each mile，something began to shift.The rhythmic pounding of her feet became a way to process the hurt she'd endured and the challenges that lay ahead.Weeks later，Amina had explored every street of her new town.She started recognizing faces on her runs：the elderly man waving from his porch，the smiling mother pushing a stroller.One day，to her surprise，she found herself waving back.
Now，as Amina pushed up the last hill of her route，she realized how far she'd come.Running had become her lifeline，a way to bridge the gap between her past and her present.When she approached the entrance of her apartment building，she noticed her English teacher，Mrs.Thompson，standing with several other runners from the community.They held a banner reading，"Walnut Grove Running Club."
Mrs.Thompson stepped forward，smiling warmly."Amina，we've seen you running every day.We wondered if you'd like to join our club."
Amina felt a lump form in her throat.She nodded，a smile spreading across her face."Yes，"she said，her accent still thick but her voice strong.As the group cheered and welcomed her，Amina realized she had been running through more than just physical borders.With each step，she had been crossing the boundaries of fear，isolation，and hurt.
（1）What can be learned about Amina？　 　
A.She was a distance runner at home.
B.She spoke the local language fluently.
C.She left her motherland because of war.
D.She missed her motherland very much.
（2）What initially motivated Amina to start running？　 　
A.To explore her new hometown.
B.To escape pain and loneliness.
C.To prepare for a running club.
D.To reach the summit of the hill.
（3）What does"waving back"in paragraph 4 suggest about Amina？　 　
A.She had learned the local customs.
B.She had mastered the local language.
C.She wanted to impress Mrs.Thompson.
D.She began developing social connections.
（4）Which can be the best title for the text？　 　
A.Running Through Borders
B.Running Toward a Peaceful Life
C.Overcoming Pain Through Sports
D.Breaking Barriers in a New Country
8．（2025 湖北模拟） I was driving to my office for a meeting with an important new client.Bo Chen，a Chinese culture expert for the training，arrived early.His input was crucial for the day's success.Confident and knowledgeable，Chen was perfect for the job.I asked him to prepare business examples，and he enthusiastically agreed.
My client arrived.Taking a deep breath，I began the session.As the morning wore on，I explained each dimension of the key issues，answered the questions，and carefully kept an eye on Chen so I could help facilitate his input.
But Chen didn't seem to have any input.After finishing the first dimension，I paused briefly and looked to him for his input，but he didn't speak up.He didn't open his mouth，move his body forward，or raise his hand.Apparently he had no example to provide.
Not wanting to embarrass Chen or to create an awkward situation by calling on him when he was not ready，I simply continued with my next point.To my growing dismay （丧气），Chen remained silent.He nodded politely while I was speaking，but that was all；he used no other body language to indicate any reactions，positive or negative.
I gave every example I could think of and continued for three full hours.My initial disappointment with Chen was spilling over into panic.I needed his input for the program to succeed.Finally，I decided to take a chance. "Bo，" I asked， "did you have any examples you would like to share？"
Chen sat up straight in his chair，smiled confidently at the clients，and opened up his notebook，which was filled with pages of typed notes. "Thank you，Erin，" he replied. "I do." And then，to my utter relief，Chen began to explain clear and fascinating examples one after another.
The truth is that the story of Silent Bo is a story of culture，not personality.But it is not as simple as you might think.
（1）What can be inferred about the author and Bo Chen from the first two paragraphs？　 　
A.They had never worked together before.
B.The author was dissatisfied with Bo Chen's ability.
C.Bo Chen was unwilling to cooperate in this training.
D.The author trusted Bo Chen's abilities and contribution.
（2）Why did the author avoid directly asking Chen for his input？　 　
A.To focus on her own presentation.
B.To respect his personal preferences.
C.To test his professional competence.
D.To avoid causing him embarrassment.
（3）What made the author feel panic？　 　
A.Their busy schedule.
B.Chen's initial silence.
C.The client's dissatisfaction.
D.Her insufficient preparation.
（4）What does the author imply about the "Silent Bo" incident？　 　
A.It was due to a language barrier.
B.It was rooted in cultural differences.
C.It was a consequence of Chen's personality.
D.It was the result of the author's overconfidence.
9．（2025 南京二模） Anyone who has ever been around a cat for any length of time well knows cats have great patience.Yikes!My cat changed a lot recently.In just a week or so，my calm，adorable，long﹣haired Rusty turned into the attack cat of the century!It was not what I needed at all!Wasn't the rest of my life in enough chaos？Changes at work.Changes in relationships.I already felt as if my entire world was falling apart.Nothing calmed my cat down either.He ran and dove in every direction.He broke every single rule we had ever had to keep peace in the home we shared.He'd turned into a cat I'd never met before!Finally，I took Rusty to the vet.After careful examination，the vet shook his head， "Not a thing wrong with him，Miss.He's doing great."
"No，" I argued with anger， "he's not great.He's absolutely awful." I almost burst into tears.
Then the vet asked the most insightful question that anyone had ever asked me —at least，anytime recently. "So，" said my cat's kindhearted vet， "how has your life been going lately？" Shock shot through me. "Me？" I stared at him，essentially speechless，ready to throw myself into his cat﹣cradling arms.I managed a relatively coherent response. "Not so good，" I admitted.
The kindly cat doctor nodded and replied， "Just what I suspected.Often，the human﹣to﹣cat bond is so powerful that a perfectly healthy cat will act out in response to his human's emotional stresses."
I nodded along，thinking. "Yes.yes.yes.yes.yes!"
"Do your best，" our doctor told us both， "to be calm，patient and kind.Once you're doing better，then Rusty will do better，too."
That day turned us around.I got some good，professional treatment for my super stressors.
Rusty got a kinder，gentler me with more ear touches and back petting.
（1）Why did the author take Rusty to the vet？ 　 　
A.He suffered heavy hair loss.
B.He lost his sense of direction.
C.He became unusually wild.
D.He showed temporary inactivity.
（2）The author nearly cried because she thought 　 　 .
A.the vet announced good news
B.the vet didn't find the problem
C.the vet didn't express sympathy
D.the vet drew an awful conclusion
（3）What does the underlined sentence imply？ 　 　
A.The author felt understood by the vet.
B.The author was impatient with the vet.
C.The author favored the treatment for Rusty.
D.The author knew Rusty was to recover soon.
（4）How did the author feel after visiting the vet？ 　 　
A.Relieved and calm.
B.Amused and proud.
C.Motivated and passionate.
D.Grateful and determined.
10．（2025 雨花区校级模拟） After serving in America's armed forces，Stanford's student﹣veterans（老兵）shifted their focus to academia and research.But since arriving on the campus，some have continued to notice the call to serve with help from some animal companions.
In partnership with the non﹣profit organization Warrior Canine Connection（WCC），student veterans volunteer to train dogs to be service companions for other veterans living with mobility or cognitive（认知的） challenges."We help them practice things like staying still and calm or how to focus on one person at a time，"said Nestor Walters，a Stanford junior majoring in mathematics and a 10﹣year Navy veteran.
In addition to teaching the dogs commands and practical skills，such as how to fetch objects that veterans want，the students also show them how to recognize signs of sorrow and be supportive companions to veterans with emotional or psychological trauma（创伤）.Walters says that training the animals is a rewarding process that's helped all of them find community and purpose as they've shifted from military life to academia.
Walters first met Frankie，a golden retriever（金毛猎犬），when he was just a puppy，small enough to hold in his hand.At the time，Walters was recovering from knee surgery and was on crutches（拐杖） and painkillers，but still managed to teach Frankie simple tasks，such as training him to open doors and pick up objects，and even teaching him how to identify body language that indicates anxiety and depression﹣feelings common to veterans who have experienced trauma.
"As much fun as it is to basically play with a dog and have it count as public service，it's also a sobering（发人深省的） reminder that Frankie is preparing to join a final veteran with limited mobility，possibly battling combat trauma or mental illness，"Walters said.
（1）What is the purpose of the student veterans' partnership with WCC？ 　 　
A.To train dogs for military missions.
B.To help veterans adapt to academic life.
C.To offer service dogs to veterans with disabilities.
D.To provide pets for veterans' entertainment.
（2）Which skill is NOT taught to the dogs？ 　 　
A.Staying concentrated within a time period.
B.Getting back specific items for veterans.
C.Detecting signs of emotional discomfort.
D.Barking to warn veterans of dangers.
（3）How does Walters feel about training the dogs？ 　 　
A.Demanding and stressful.
B.Challenging but rewarding.
C.Comforting and effortless.
D.Meaningful but routine.
（4）What is the best title for the passage？ 　 　
A.Paws of Purpose
B.Erasing Battle Trauma
C.True Battlefield Heroes
D.From War to Studies
11．（2025 广州模拟）The world's first﹣ever floating farm is expected to open soon.The farm is located in Rotterdam，a port city about 50 miles away from Amsterdam.
Built near the mouth of the river Meuse，the farm consists of three levels.About 40 cows will be moved to the second level of the farm in November.The level above them will house greenhouses that grow grass and crops needed to feed the cows.Meanwhile，the bottom level will hold any necessary machines and packaging for the milk and yogurt.By December，the farm is expected to be producing more than 200 gallons of milk per day.
In addition to producing fresh milk and yogurt，the farm produces and sells fresh food that runs through a closed cycle and ends up at the customer.This causes almost no waste，bringing the reduction of food's travel from production to consumers.
The farm is the idea of Minke van Wingerden，a partner in the development company behind the project，Beladon.In 2012，she and her husband got caught in Hurricane Sandy during a business trip to New York City.With the storm preventing food delivery trucks from getting on the road，local people were unable to find fresh produce in stores.
The event pushed Wingerden and her partners to find a way to produce food closer to people's locations in order to avoid losses of supplies in the future.They eventually came up with the idea of floating farms，which would make use of otherwise unused space in the water and meanwhile shorten the distance between stores and farms.
After launching the Rotterdam project，Beladon will work on opening more floating farms.The company is designing floating chicken farms and floating vertical farming greenhouses.The company is in talks with another Dutch city for a second farm.
Wingerden and her husband also believe that new communities should be built with food access in mind.The area by the Port of Rotterdam，for example，is on track to be filled with residential space and offices in the next several years，and Wingerden said food production should be at "the heart of that community".
（1）What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about？ 　 　
A．The equipment needed in the floating farm.
B．The key role cows play in the floating farm.
C．The structure and constitution of the floating farm.
D．The differences among the three levels of the floating farm.
（2）What is the advantage of the floating farm？ 　 　
A．It plays a role in recycling wastes.
B．It offers custom﹣made foods.
C．It acts as a shelter in a hurricane.
D．It cuts the cost of shipping.
（3）How did Minke van Wingerden get the idea of the floating farm？ 　 　
A．With the help of the scientists.
B．Through her personal experience.
C．By getting encouraged by the news.
D．By making research on the technology.
（4）What can we infer about the floating farm from Wingerden's words？ 　 　
A．It makes it easier for people to get food.
B．It saves more residential and working space.
C．It helps people learn about food production.
D．It improves the attraction of new communities.
12．（2025 温州二模） After taking an introductory course in global health last winter，Yashaswi Bista，president of Stanford SupplyHer，was empowered to take action against malaria﹣a disease that has been claiming hundreds of thousands of lives every year for centuries.
Stanford SupplyHer，a student group supporting women's health through art，hosted an event in partnership with United to Beat Malaria（UBM） to encourage funding for malaria prevention，treatment and research initiatives while tabling at White Plaza last Monday.""Knowing that malaria is especially dangerous to pregnant individuals and children makes advocacy for malaria funding and research essential for our mission，"said Bista.
"We in the U.S.need to be aware of the impact of global warming on malaria because less developed countries in other parts of the world are more heavily affected by our emissions，"Bista said.Last year，the U.S.experienced its first local outbreaks of malaria since 2003.Infectious disease experts have warned that climate change will spread malaria and other diseases carried by mosquitoes to areas that were once free of malaria.
This summer，after discovering the work of UBM，a global grassroots campaign of the UN Foundation，Bista met with her congressional（国会的） representatives to advocate for malaria treatment and research.To support continued funding for global malaria programs，Bista wrote to officials in Congress."It's easy for people to feel like they are powerless with issues as big as malaria，But any person can give input to their decision makers on issues as big as these，"wrote Maegan Cross，a senior advocate at UBM."By sending messages to your elected officials in support of global health funding，you are making sure your voice is heard."
Bista encouraged students to become involved in initiatives on campus to spread awareness of malaria and other global health issues."Global health is important to me because there are so many health inequities（不平等） around the world and health itself is important to live a fulfilling life，"Bista said. "Because there are so many health inequities around the world，I want to raise awareness and help people live fulfilling lives."
（1）What inspired Bista to engage in actions against malaria？ 　 　
A.A learning experience.
B.A health crisis.
C.A grassroots campaign.
D.A tabling event.
（2）What did Bista do to support malaria prevention？ 　 　
A.She organized a charity sale.
B.She launched a research project.
C.She campaigned for fundraising.
D.She budgeted for malaria treatment.
（3）What is the message Maegan Cross intends to convey？ 　 　
A.Community voices secure health funding.
B.Malaria outbreaks are difficult to prevent.
C.The public needs more knowledge about health.
D.Individual efforts matter in government decisions.
（4）Which of the following best describes Bista？ 　 　
A.A health advocate.
B.A club founder.
C.A woman pioneer.
D.A disease specialist.
13．（2025 太原二模） Right now，I have three different water bottles sitting on my desk.My makeup table is so messy that it would take me at least three minutes to locate my lipstick.Under my bed I have bags，purses and who knows what else that I've forgotten about.Sound familiar？Be honest：How often does your social media scrolling lead to shopping？And how many of those things that advertisements made you buy did you actually need？
Advertising，or marketing，often gets the blame for fueling wasteful consumption，and I can see why.It involves employing persuasive techniques to encourage an addictive behavior that results in repeat panies often advocate strategies such as limited﹣time discounts，promotions and coupons（优惠券）.I've definitely fallen for them many times.A membership card is another effective form of marketing that increases the likelihood of returning customers.Since buying more will lead to the accumulation of loyalty points（积分），customers will return regularly to purchase items.When their loyalty points are about to expire，customers will return to buy more even if they do not need them.
But here's the thing：It's not just advertising.The rise of inexpensive products made on a large scale has made it way too easy to live wastefully.These products are often affordable and non﹣durable so that they can be frequently replenished（补充） at low cost.I mean，how many of us have bought a trendy ＄10 shirt，only to throw it after a few wears？Similarly，fast furniture is generating massive waste as home owners turn to these cheap and stylish pieces of furniture that often do not last long.The faster buyers replenish their products，the more waste is created.
As I sit here，surrounded by the mess and reflecting on my shopping habits，a realization has dawned on me.It is ultimately the choice of individuals who must decide what they should buy and not be influenced by advertising or submit to the temptation of cheap and trendy products.After all，there is just so much we can cat，wear or use.Maybe it's time to think twice before clicking"add to cart".
（1）How does the author introduce the topic？ 　 　
A.By comparing different lifestyles.
B.By relating to her own experience.
C.By stressing her addiction to technology.
D.By questioning the function of household items.
（2）Why is advertising blamed for wasteful consumption according to paragraph 2？ 　 　
A.It forces people to buy large packages.
B.It exposes people to constant disturbance.
C.It tempts people to make repeat purchases.
D.It misguides people with false information.
（3）What does the author intend to say in the last paragraph？ 　 　
A.Trendy products need quality upgrades.
B.Advertising content requires strict regulations.
C.Social media platforms should set a limit to ads.
D.Shopping decisions should be based on real needs.
（4）Which is a suitable title for the text？ 　 　
A.Mass Production：From Trend to Trash.
B.Advertising：The Mastermind that Misleads Us.
C.What on Earth Drives Wasteful Consumption？
D.Does Social Media Contribute to Repeat Buying？
14．（2025 丰台区二模） I grew up in a place stricken by extreme poverty.People struggled daily just to put food on the table.By the time I turned sixteen，my father's hard work had paid off.He had over eight hundred students across three campuses，and finally，we could afford a TV.
That's when I became fixated on the idea of owning a magic pencil，inspired by a TV series.The main character，Sanju could draw anything he desired，and it would come to life.Despite being sixteen and knowing deep down that the magic pencil was nothing more than a fantasy for kids，a part of me still longed for it.At night，I dreamed of using it to transform the lives of those around me.But as the days passed，the pencil was never there.
One afternoon my mother asked me to throw away some potato peels and eggshells.I walked to the rubbish dump，wrinkling my nose as I got close.As I tossed our rubbish onto the heap，I saw a girl my age.She was sorting rubbish into piles，one for cans，one for bottles.Nearby，boys were fishing in the pile for metal using magnets on strings.
Later that day，I dragged my father to see the children at the dump.I posed a question about their absence from school.He shared that their earnings from gathering discarded（废弃的） things sustained their families—schooling would leave their loved ones hungry.As we walked back home，I saw tears on his cheek.
Until then，I'd pinned all my hopes on some unseen，miraculous force to come along and wipe out the suffering in our world.Now I knew I would have to do something.As much as I wanted to help the children from the dump，my mother wanted to help everyone.She left the extra pot of rice and chicken for a poor family in our neighborhood.We shared our home with a family of seven who had fallen on hard times.And although my father's school wasn't really making a profit，he gave away more than a hundred free places in different grades to poor children.He wished he could have given away more.
Inspired by what my parents had done，I started volunteering at local community centers，helping children with their studies and organising food drives for families in need.Gradually，I realised that while a magic pencil might not exist，the power to make a difference lay within us.Together，we could create a kind of magic that was real and lasting.
（1）The girl at the dump sorted rubbish into piles to 　 　 .
A.collect items for personal DIY hobbies
B.support her family by selling recyclables
C.complete assignments on waste recycling
D.locate the necessities that could be reused
（2）To help other people，the author's family 　 　 .
A.cooked special food for the poor
B.donated school profits to children
C.built free houses for the homeless
D.provided free education for children
（3）What can we conclude from this passage？ 　 　
A.Real magic comes from kindness and effort.
B.Education has the power to transform lives.
C Those doing good deeds deserve rewards.
D.Ending poverty requires joint efforts.
15．（2025 济宁二模） During my early years，I focused on eye﹣catching landscape photography.I spent time in the Himalayas，Patagonia and Tasmania and returned with pictures of breathtaking beauty，which I thought were"awesome".But a one﹣month camping trip to the Menindee lakes along Darling﹣Baaka in Australia shifted my perspective：Photography is more than taking photos.
As I became increasingly familiar with the place，I learned that human activities led to widespread deforestation and drought in the area，resulting in many dead trees.Driving across the region，I recalled that Sydney was blanketed by smoke for months on end as bushfires swept through the east coast.Fortunately，the La Nina weather cycle reached Australia，increasing rainfall and causing the continent's short﹣lived rivers to spring back to life.Yet，the image of bushfires stayed with me，and I felt driven to do something.That was when the photo Blaze came into being.
I spoke to the local authority，explaining that I hoped to create a "burning"tree as a beacon（灯塔） to draw people's attention to deforestation.They showed great interest because fire is an integral part of the Australian farming and the natives.
I connected a few of the gas canisters（罐） generally used for barbecues to flexible gas lines called "slinkies"，which could be wired up the back of the tree，away from the tree and out of sight of the camera.These produced an outline of flames（火焰） when I lit them，as if the tree were on fire.It was lit for 15 seconds while I got the shot，and fire﹣fighting equipment was prepared.Even though the tree was dead，it was still a vital habitat.But the gas flames did no damage and the insects that lived inside were unharmed.
I love that when people look at the photo，they can concretize the delicacy of our natural world while appreciating Blaze.
（1）What is the author's new perception of photography？ 　 　
A.It involves professional skills.
B.It should carry deep meanings.
C.It requires high﹣end equipment.
D.It should produce beautiful pictures.
（2）What inspired the author to create Blaze？ 　 　
A.Local environmental changes.
B.Traditional Australian farming.
C.Scenery of the Menindee lakes.
D.Support from the local authority.
（3）Which of the following images best illustrates the photo Blaze？ 　 　
A.
B.
C.
D.
（4）What is the photo Blaze intended to be？ 　 　
A.A means of enhancing artistic taste.
B.A strategy to beautify the landscape.
C.A call to raise public awareness.
D.A window to showcase local culture.
16．（2025 昌平区二模） At 17 years old，most are still learning basic driving skills in America.Once the car is parked，the day is packed with school activities and hanging out with friends.But at 17，Maggie Taraska had a distinctive goal in mind：Fly alone across the United States.
Both of Maggie's parents were retired from the air force so the urge to fly is in Maggie's blood.She went to flight school，put in the hours with an instructor and started on her training hours.But on her first takeoff，something didn't sound right.The plane had lost one of the landing gear wheels."As soon as I took off，I just heard something was wrong instinctively."said Maggie.
Her instructor talked to her from the ground while she circled a few times to gather herself."I was frightened，thinking about all the bad things that could have happened；I was thinking about how my parents were on the ground as I knew they were watching."
Stress and panic can cause any of us to make careless decisions.It takes mental practice to calm down."Take a few breaths，focus on the moment and follow the plan.I panicked a bit，but followed my training."
Maggie was a little shaky as she talked to the tower，but she had a perfect belly landing that skidded on the infield grass.Her father couldn't be prouder."By the time I saw Maggie on her approach，it was a better approach than I could have flown，"he said.Cheers erupted in the tower，and Maggie took a deep breath and climbed out of the plane.
Credit does go to the crew for talking to her.Yes，we all need someone to talk us through challenging times，but in the end，it was all Maggie at the controls.We could all be forgiven for calling it quits after an experience like that.After all，it was a bit distressing.So walking away would be understandable.But five days later，Maggie was going through her pre﹣flight safety inspections，checking the wings，especially checking the landing gear.
"It feels amazing，"she said，"It gives an incredible sense of liberation."At some point in our lives，we will all be in a situation for the first time.It's scary.But if you face your fears，the whole world opens up to you.
（1）Maggie's urge to fly alone was mainly influenced by 　 　 .
A.her parents' background in air force
B.her experience of school activities
C.her instructor's encouragement
D.her basic driving skills
（2）When Maggie heard something wrong during takeoff，she 　 　 .
A.landed the plane immediately
B.thought of her parents' expectation
C.circled a few times to calm herself down
D.continued flying as if nothing had happened
（3）Which words would best describe Maggie's personality？ 　 　
A.Proud and intelligent.
B.Positive and cautious.
C.Patient and responsible.
D.Fearless and determined.
（4）What can we learn from the passage？ 　 　
A.Failure is the mother of success.
B.A good beginning is half done.
C.Fortune favors the brave.
D.Practice makes perfect.
17．（2025 温州模拟） The boat ride from Helsinki's city center to the island of Pihlajasaari takes only 10 minutes and drops off visitors at beaches for sunbathing.But I had a different mission：to speak to a tree.
This was meant to be a healing exercise，one championed by the Finnish biologist Adela Pajunen.Finns，she'd told me，sometimes share their worries aloud to trees or birds.On shore，I spotted a short black alder tree and began to tell the tree my troubles.The leaves rustled（沙沙作响） in response，a sign I interpreted as sympathy.
I had come to Finland to see whether I could bring happiness back to America with me.Finland has topped the World Happiness Report for the past eight years，largely due to free education and universal health care.And the Finns also find happiness in more attainable ways，such as their close relationship with nature and visiting the sauna（桑拿） daily.These activities contain similar goals：Stay present and seek a minimalist lifestyle that relies on the earth.
I followed their lifestyle﹣visiting the sauna and taking a relaxing forest walk，and happiness came in waves over the next few days.I was optimistic that I could recreate the happiest moments of this trip back home in New York.How hard could it be，really？
As it turned out，happiness was a luxury in America，though I tried hard to live exactly like the Finns.Then one afternoon，I had a breakthrough as I rushed through Central Park and noticed a crowd of people staring at the ground.A cardinal!I stopped to admire the bird's feather before it flew away.This was a win for staying present.I'd been so stuck trying to find the time and money for happiness that I'd missed the point：Quiet the mind，and find pleasure in small acts and observations﹣like a cardinal taking flight，or talking to trees﹣right then and there.
As I left the park，I carried out a small but comforting ritual（仪式） I'd developed.I thanked the trees for listening.
（1）Why did the author speak to a tree？ 　 　
A.To heal the tree.
B.To seek happiness.
C.To follow a tradition.
D.To appreciate nature.
（2）What do we know about the Finnish lifestyle？ 　 　
A.It requires daily sauna visits.
B.It values close relationships.
C.It is easily adopted elsewhere.
D.It focuses on simple pleasures.
（3）Why couldn't the author recreate happy moments back in America？ 　 　
A.She was busy with work.
B.It was noisy in New York.
C.She forgot to stay present.
D.It was expensive to live there.
（4）Which of the following best describes the author's trip to Finland？ 　 　
A.Transformative.
B.Challenging.
C.Adventurous.
D.Unexpected.
18．（2025 九龙坡区校级模拟） I often wake up to my alarm after a short night and step out of bed to a day I've fought through countless times.I rush my morning routine and run to my car.My radio switches to my favorite song，but I have to listen to an audible book for an assignment due tomorrow.
When I get to school，I start with Spanish，my hardest class.Despite being around all year，I have no clue what's going on.I then walk to my English class，in which I was stuck in the language rules.The assignments take much energy that my perfectionist nature is unable to take on in school，so I save them for later，most probably late at night.
This is my reality as a student with dyslexia，a learning disorder in reading and spelling：assignments that take three times as long as they're meant to，late nights and early mornings to even slightly keep up with my classes.
I was told that Advanced Placement U.S.History would be my hardest class.But here，I am in my element.Despite being three assignments behind，I'm actively engaged.Yes，my passion for history heightens my focus，but my teacher's willingness to work with me is what allows me to fly high.
Teachers need to offer alternative structures that make learning more accessible.I've had teachers who teach lecture﹣based classes where students are expected to take notes and listen.As a student with dyslexia，this doesn't work.A fix for that is as simple as providing alternative resources：a slide show students can go back to after class，or perhaps even an activity that further plays with the concepts.
Now，many schools are shifting to approaches that meet the needs of all kids.However，advocacy work can still be done to support students with dyslexia.If school systems are willing to provide support and education by creating an accessible class structure from the start，students won't be stuck into academic tracks that don't push them to their full potential.
（1）Why does the author have to do his homework late at night？ 　 　
A.He is assigned extra homework.
B.He needs time to do it well enough.
C.He fails to manage his spare time.
D.He dislikes tasks related to languages.
（2）What does the underlined part"in my element" in paragraph 4 mean？ 　 　
A.Burning the midnight oil.
B.Feeling like a fish in water.
C.Having butterflies in my stomach.
D.Biting off more than I can chew.
（3）What does the author think of lecture﹣based classes？ 　 　
A.Uninteresting.
B.Convincing.
C.Demanding.
D.Rewarding.
（4）What does the author advise schools to do for students？ 　 　
A.Offer classes with alternatives.
B.Ask educational experts to give lectures.
C.Advocate out﹣of﹣class activities.
D.Get teachers trained in special education.
19．（2025 河北区二模） On Sunday morning in London，Aaron Robinson achieved something incredible﹣he successfully ran 365 marathons in 365 days in a row，always accompanied by his border collies（牧羊犬） River and Inca，energetic partners that never seemed to tire.This remarkable challenge wasn't just about running；for a whole year，it demonstrated the incredible strength of human﹣canine teamwork for a meaningful purpose.
At 41，this charity worker's daily routine pushes human limits.Each morning while London sleeps，Robinson rises at 3 am，laces up his running shoes，and sets out on his lonely 42.195﹣kilometer marathons﹣all before his full﹣time job.His mission？Raising funds for Hope for Justice，he works as an international communications manager combating human trafficking（人口贩卖）.
Robinson describes the experience as his real﹣life version of Groundhog Day（《土拨鼠之日》），encountering the same familiar faces and having similar conversations during his pre﹣dawn runs through Wanstead Park，Wanstead Flats and Epping Forest.His strict routine is fueled by a vegetarian，carb﹣heavy diet of bagels and cheese﹣a nutritional strategy that saw him initially drop 11 kg before his weight stabilized as his body adapted to the incredible demands.
Technology keeps him on track，with his progress closely monitored by a running app on his watch.Despite facing numerous challenges ﹣from battling colds and flu to overcoming food poisoning﹣Robinson never missed a day.Remarkably，his body has held up well under the strain；while he's worn through four pairs of running shoes，his knees，hips and ankles remain injury﹣free.
Robinson's early morning runs always brought surprises.He remembers almost crashing into a frightened cow in the dark，and often seeing litter scattered along his path.To keep things interesting，he created personal challenges ﹣like treating himself to a chocolate bar every mile，or sometimes running barefoot just to change things up.
His dogs River and Inca played a key role in keeping him going.He always paid close attention to their energy levels，ready to stop if they seemed tired.But the enthusiastic dogs never failed to match his pace.What truly drove Robinson was knowing how much charities like his needed support，especially during difficult economic times when donations were dropping.This is why he decided to do something special﹣he resolved to take on this Herculean challenge to support Hope for Justice's vital work.Even after 365 straight marathons，he's not stopping﹣now aiming to beat the 607﹣marathon record.
For Robinson，every mile represents hope for others.With River and Inca beside him，each step moves him closer to creating meaningful change.
（1）What drove Robinson to maintain his daily marathon challenge？　 　
A.To set a personal record.
B.To raise funds for charity.
C.To maintain a healthy lifestyle.
D.To prepare his dogs for competitions.
（2）What similarity does Robinson find between his marathons and Groundhog Day？　 　
A.Many friendly chats.
B.Spiritual exploration.
C.Daily repeating experiences.
D.Diverse adventures each day.
（3）What can we learn from Paragraph 4？　 　
A.He had to deal with his dogs' high energy.
B.He faced difficulties in finding different routes.
C.He had to deal with a lot of physical discomfort.
D.He faced difficulties in maintaining his energy levels.
（4）What role do Robinson's dogs play in his daily marathons？　 　
A.They support and accompany him.
B.They challenge him to run barefoot.
C.They provide him with entertainment.
D.They help keep him safe when running.
（5）What message does the story convey？　 　
A.Persistent effort makes a difference.
B.Setting world records brings fame.
C.Dogs are perfect running partners.
D.Daily running keeps fit.
20．（2025 如皋市校级模拟） Decades ago，my friend Caetlin received a special assignment from the poet Robert L.Hass，who was then her undergraduate literature professor.He instructed each student to memorize three poems of their choosing from The Norton Anthology of American Literature—not for any urgent exam reason，he claimed，but instead to prepare them for their unavoidable future solitude.At some point，Caetlin recalls him saying，you're going to be alone，and poetry is going to be all you have.
If the task was a strange one，it's because the act of memorizing a poem feels curiously old﹣fashioned in an era when few of us encounter poetry at all.When I was in graduate school，working toward a degree in English literature，I mostly limited myself to prose （散文）.It was only in my 40s that I began to change my ways.
It happened in a flight to Seattle.For hours，I read nothing else but a poem.Sometimes I spoke its lines aloud，my voice masked by the airplane's thrum.Sometimes I went through the whole poem at once，and sometimes I repeated a single stanza （诗节） over and over，and by the time my plane landed on the West Coast，I had the whole thing，all 40 lines of it，in my head.Because the process is as simple as it is very boring，memorizing a great poem always begins as a crime.The boredom of repetition reduces the great charm it has.But as you run your hands through the rock，the lines at last come together again，and the scattered text transforms back into a treasure，often a more valuable one than it was before.
In other words，poetry survives continuously by becoming a part of those who read it.It can do so only because it is so specific，so entirely different from us，that taking it in expands our own sense of what we are.
Some of the poems I've memorized are already fading，and that's fine.I know that if I spend a little time with them，they'll sing in me again.Others keep thumping in me like a new pulse.I won't promise you that memorizing poetry will make your life better，but it will make you more：more in touch with language，with other minds，maybe with what you might yet become.
（1）Why did Robert L.Hass advise students to read poems？ 　 　
A.To become literature professors.
B.To prepare for the coming exams.
C.To compose more original poems.
D.To relieve their future loneliness.
（2）Why does the author say that memorizing a poem begins as a crime？ 　 　
A.It's out of date to recite poems.
B.Repetition wastes a lot of time.
C.Repetition spoils the poem's beauty.
D.It's a shame to read poems on plane.
（3）How does understanding poetry influence us？ 　 　
A.By broadening self﹣understanding.
B.By refreshing our good memories.
C.By helping us survive the hard life.
D.By reminding us to forget the past.
（4）What is the author's attitude towards memorizing poetry in the last paragraph？ 　 　
A.Doubtful.
B.Appreciative.
C.Dismissive.
D.Critical.
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 北辰区三模） On a sunny Sunday morning，I went to my first ballet class.But I didn't do any dancing.This was Class on Stage，a rare opportunity to watch dancers warm up during their daily 75﹣minute class.I went in knowing that I would be impressed by the physicality of it.Top athletes aren't born；they're made.
Forty﹣five minutes into the class，the dancers didn't even look tired.While watching dancers quietly plie （下蹲屈膝） with complete control was calming，watching the floor exercises that came next was anything but.The sequences were short but became increasingly complicated，so I stopped paying attention to the directions I couldn't follow，and simply allowed myself to observe the remarkable results.At the end of the class.I applauded and watched the dancers leave the stage.They had already accomplished so much with their day，and I was left in complete awe，not just of my inadequacy，but also of their effort.
As I headed home，I tried to think of the last time I worked as hard as those dancers at anything in my own life.So much has been made easier by technology：I can listen to any song I want，whenever I want.I can have pretty much anything delivered.I can stay in touch with friends without making the time to see them.But instead of taking shortcuts，maybe I should look for challenges.Because once you start doing challenging things，they become easier，and then you know you can do them.
With the determination and discipline of ballet dancers still fresh in my mind，I commit to doing some hard things：I get back in the habit of practicing a language I've been trying to learn.I lift heavier weights.I take the stairs.I write the essay.
Nothing demands as much of me as what ballet demands of those dancers every day.They inspire me.So，I guess what I'm trying to say is that sometimes a fitness class can change your life，even if you're not the one taking it.
（1）Which statement accurately describes the ballet class mentioned in the passage？　B　
A.The writer actively took part in dancing.
B.The dancers didn't look exhausted despite the physicality.
C.The warm﹣up session lasted only 45 minutes that morning.
D.The writer could follow the directions throughout the session.
（2）How did the author feel when the ballet class ended？　A　
A.She was amazed by how hard the dancers worked.
B.She regretted not putting more effort into ballet.
C.She believed she could face life's difficulties better.
D.She felt embarrassed about her own lack of determination.
（3）By mentioning the technology that has made life easier，the writer means that 　D　 .
A.Technology allows people to avoid difficult tasks
B.Using technology helps improve work efficiency
C.A simple life requires rejecting modern tools
D.Technology's convenience may reduce motivation to seek challenges
（4）What has the writer learned from her first ballet lesson？　B　
A.Fitness classes build both body and mind strength.
B.We should push ourselves to seek challenges for self﹣improvement.
C.Difficult things are worth trying as long as you enjoy doing them.
D.Watching others practice ballet is a good way to improve ourselves.
（5）What can we learn from the last paragraph？　C　
A.Fitness classes are of no significance.
B.Only through taking part in ballet can one truly change.
C.Observing others' commitment can inspire personal growth.
D.Fitness classes are essential for everyone's life improvement.
【答案】BADBC
【分析】作者在周日早上参加了一次芭蕾舞课程观摩，见证了舞者们的日常训练和惊人体能。这次经历让他意识到顶尖舞者的成就源于刻苦努力，而非天赋。对比现代生活中的种种便利，他反思自己应主动寻求挑战，而非依赖捷径。受舞者精神鼓舞，他决定重拾语言学习、增加健身强度等自我提升行动，深刻体会到芭蕾舞者每日的坚持如何改变了自己的生活态度。
【解答】（1）细节理解题。根据原文第二段Forty ﹣ five minutes into the class，the dancers didn't even look tired.（课程进行了45分钟，舞者们甚至看起来都不累）可知，尽管芭蕾舞训练强度大，但舞者们看起来并不疲惫。故选B。
（2）细节理解题。根据原文第二段They had already accomplished so much with their day，and I was left in complete awe，not just of my inadequacy，but also of their effort.（他们在这一天里已经完成了这么多，我完全惊叹不已，不仅惊叹于自己的不足，也惊叹于他们的努力）可知，芭蕾舞课结束时，作者惊叹于舞者们的努力。故选A。
（3）推理判断题。根据原文第三段So much has been made easier by technology：I can listen to any song I want，whenever I want.I can have pretty much anything delivered.I can stay in touch with friends without making the time to see them.But instead of taking shortcuts，maybe I should look for challenges.（科技让很多事情变得更容易：我可以随时听我想听的任何歌曲。我几乎可以让人把任何东西都送过来。我可以在没有时间见面的情况下与朋友保持联系。但也许我不应该走捷径，而是应该寻找挑战）可知，作者提到让生活变得更容易的科技，是想说科技带来的便利可能会降低人们寻求挑战的动力。故选D。
（4）推理判断题。根据原文第三段But instead of taking shortcuts，maybe I should look for challenges.Because once you start doing challenging things，they become easier，and then you know you can do them.（但也许我不应该走捷径，而是应该寻找挑战。因为一旦你开始做有挑战性的事情，它们就会变得更容易，然后你就知道你能做到）以及第四段With the determination and discipline of ballet dancers still fresh in my mind，I commit to doing some hard things（芭蕾舞演员的决心和自律仍在我脑海中清晰浮现，我决心去做一些困难的事情）可知，作者从第一节芭蕾舞课中学到应该督促自己寻求挑战以实现自我提升。故选B。
（5）推理判断题。根据原文最后一段Nothing demands as much of me as what ballet demands of those dancers every day.They inspire me.So，I guess what I'm trying to say is that sometimes a fitness class can change your life，even if you're not the one taking it.（没有什么比芭蕾舞对那些舞者每天的要求更高了。他们激励着我。所以，我想我想说的是，有时候一节健身课可以改变你的生活，即使你不是参与者）可知，观察别人的努力和坚持可以激励个人成长。故选C。
【点评】做这类题材阅读理解时要求考生对文章通读一遍，做题时结合原文和题目有针对性的找出相关语句进行仔细分析，结合选项选出正确答案。
2．（2025春 嘉定区校级期中） To decide how to get around in Beijing requires weighing cost and convenience.A traditional bus measures up well in both criteria.Since last year I've given up driving and taken the bus to work every day，which has aroused quite a bit of curiosity among colleagues because bus riding is still a rarity in my office.
My easy explanation about the change is that after navigating the streets in one of the most congested capitals in the world for more than a decade，I'm tired of driving，and taking the bus allows me to think before my work starts.I also like to be given a ride home after a long，rough day.
But most of my colleagues，especially the younger ones who aspire to own a car，have responded with disbelief as they picture me walking to the bus stop under smoggy skies，stuck in a packed，rumbling bus and constantly leery of jostling，bad breath，loud talking on cell phones and dirty shopping bags.
I believe they would be amused if they read the findings of a study of British workers，which found that commuting by bus or train has "the beneficial effects of being physically active，as most journeys will involve walking to the station or stop but also include time to read or talk to friends while traveling".according to recent British media reports.
Perhaps everybody would be more convinced if I told them that I take the bus because It's cheap，while driving a car is ex