2026年中考预测英语【时文阅读】2026年欢乐春节+吉祥马（含解析）

2026年欢乐春节"吉祥马"来了
Jixiangma: A Cultural Emblem for the 2026 Lunar New Year
China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism
has introduced Jixiangma（吉祥马）, the
"Auspicious Horse" mascot for the 2026
Lunar New Year. Its design is inspired
by a famous historical artifact（文物）:
the "Bronze Running Horse" from the
Eastern Han Dynasty. The mascot
combines this ancient inspiration with a
modern style.
The horse is crimson（深红色的）and
decorated with traditional cloud and ruyi
patterns. Its mane（鬃毛）is designed
in the way of Tang Dynasty "Wuhua
Horses"（五花马）. Together, these
elements represent happiness and good
fortune.
A team from the Central Academy of Fine Arts designed the mascot. It will be used on many products, such as plush （毛绒的） toys, blind boxes （盲盒）, and festive decorations （装饰品）. These will be made available around the world. This mascot is part of a series that started in 2023, with each year featuring a different zodiac （生肖） animal to share Chinese culture.
In Chinese culture, horses are important symbols. They stand for speed, success, and loyalty （忠诚）. There is even a common saying, "Ma Dao Cheng Gong", which means "instant success."This mascot helps connect these traditional ideas to our lives today.
The "Happy Chinese New Year" program organizes events in more than 100 countries. As the Year of the Horse gets closer, Jixiangma will help share wishes for a happy and prosperous new year with people everywhere.
阅读理解
1. What is the design of Jixiangma mainly inspired by
A. Tang Dynasty Wuhua Horses
B. Traditional cloud and ruyi patterns
C. Eastern Han Dynasty Bronze Running Horse
D. Festive red decorations in Chinese culture
2. What can we infer about the Lunar New Year mascot series
A. It was first created by the Central Academy of Fine Arts
B. It aims to promote Chinese culture globally
C. It only includes plush toys and blind boxes
D. It has a history of more than 20 years
3. The underlined word "prosperous" in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to .
A. peaceful B. successful C. convenient D. colorful
4. What is the main purpose of this passage
A. To introduce the cultural meaning of horses in China
B. To explain the history of the "Happy Chinese New Year" program
C. To present the 2026 Lunar New Year mascot Jixiangma
D. To describe the development of Chinese zodiac culture
5. What is the author's attitude towards Jixiangma
A. Doubtful B. Critical C. Neutral D. Favorable
信息还原（七选五）
On November 25, 2025, China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism
officially unveiled Jixiangma, the mascot for the 2026 Happy Chinese
New Year. 1. ___________ It serves as a cultural bridge connecting
traditional Chinese elements with global audiences.
The design of Jixiangma draws rich inspiration from Chinese history
and art.2.___________This iconic artifact, unearthed in Wuwei, Gansu,
is a master piece of Eastern Han Dynasty bronze art. Meanwhile, its mane is styled after the "Wuhua Horses" popular in the Tang Dynasty, showing a perfect blend of ancient aesthetics the tics and modern taste.
3._________Its main color is Chinese red, a hue symbolizing joy and celebration in Chinese culture. Adorned with classic traditional patterns like cloud patterns and ruyi patterns, the mascot carries profound blessings of happiness and good fortune.
Beyond its artistic value, Jixiangma has practical and cultural promotion functions. 4.___________These products, including plush toys, blind boxes, and festival supplies like Spring Festival couplets and red envelopes, will be available globally. As part of the zodiac mascot series launched in 2023, it continues the mission of spreading Chinese culture worldwide.
5._________ Having been held for 25 consecutive years since 2001, the event has become a well-known platform for cultural exchange. With Jixiangma's debut, the 2026 Happy Chinese New Year is expected to bring more joy and cultural surprises to people around the world.
A. The visual design of Jixiangma is vivid and full of traditional meanings. B. The Happy Chinese New Year event plays a key role in cultural communication. C. It is not only an artistic creation but also a carrier of Chinese cultural values. D. The core inspiration comes from the "Bronze Running Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow". E. China Tourism Group is in charge of the market development of Jixiangma. F. Many people are looking forward to the arrival of the Year of the Horse in 2026. G. The mascot series has gained great popularity among young people at home and abroad.
完形填空
China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Tuesday unveiled
the Auspicious Horse mascot of the upcoming 2026 Spring Festival,
which will 1_____ the beginning of the Year of the Horse.
The mascot was 2_____ by a well-known bronze sculpture from the
Eastern Han Dynasty （25-220）, which is popularly 3_____ to as the Galloping Horse Treading （马踏飞燕） on a Flying Swallow for its clear sense of motion and balance.
The designers of the Auspicious Horse also 4_____from aesthetic elements of equine imagery during the Tang Dynasty（618-907）. Red was 5_____ as the base color, and traditional patterns were included to 6_____ the warmth and joy typical of the festival. According to the ministry, a mascot merchandise line will be 7_____, including plush toys, blind boxes and fridge magnets, as well as festival supplies like Spring Festival hanging couplets, red envelopes and lanterns. The 8_____ of the Auspicious Horse and related merchandise will be 9_____ by Spring Festival events across the globe.
Each year on the Chinese lunar calendar is 10_____ by one of the 12 zodiac animals, which 11_____ in a repeating cycle: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. Next year, the 12_____ moves to the Horse.
The Auspicious Horse not only carries traditional cultural 13_____ but also serves as a bridge for cultural exchange. Its vivid image and positive meanings are 14_____ to win the hearts of people both at home and abroad. It will 15_____ more people to know about Chinese Spring Festival culture and appreciate the charm of traditional Chinese art.
1. A. signal B. change C. record D. hide
2. A. selected B. inspired C. protected D. introduced
3. A. turned B. referred C. added D. passed
4. A. borrowed B. learned C. drew D. heard
5. A. chosen B. given C. shown D. kept
6. A. replace B. avoid C. reduce D. highlight
7. A. stopped B. launched C. noticed D. forgotten
8. A. name B. color C. image D. price
9. A. made B. used C. sold D. stored 10. A. represented B. described C. changed D. remembered
11. A. walk B. run C. rotate D. jump
12. A. circle B. date C. event D. game
13. A. values B. styles C. skills D. rules
14. A. easy B. sure C. ready D. likely 15. A. force B. encourage C. allow D. invite
短文填空
The mascot for the 2026 "Happy Chinese New Year"
global event is the auspicious horse, which 1_____
（unveil）recently by China's Ministry of Culture
and Tourism. The design of this mascot 2_____（draw）
great inspiration from the Bronze Galloping Horse Treading
on a Flying Swallow, a famous cultural relic from the Eastern
Han Dynasty.
Its main color is Chinese red, which 3_____ （stand）for joy and festive atmosphere. To make the mascot more attractive, designers added auspicious cloud patterns and adopted the wuhua horse style of the Tang Dynasty, making it look 4_____（energy）and graceful. Before finalizing the design, the team 5_____（discuss）the biological prototype with paleontologists and finally chose the Zhada three- toed horse（札达三趾马）.
As a cultural carrier, the auspicious horse 6_____ （use）in many global Spring Festival activities soon. It will help spread traditional Chinese culture to every corner of the world. The "Happy Chinese New Year" program has been a success since 2001, and it has built a solid bridge 7______ Chinese culture and foreign cultures.
These zodiac mascots have won wide praise because they carry long-standing cultural values and show modern creative ideas. They also provide a perfect chance for people worldwide 8_____ （learn） about Chinese festivals. Every mascot, from the auspicious rabbit to the auspicious dragon, 9________ plays an important role in cultural communication, shows the charm of Chinese civilization. This year's auspicious horse will surely continue this wonderful tradition and bring more 10_____ （surprise） to the world.
（完形填空）
1.A 解析：“signal the beginning of the Year of the Horse”（标志马年的开始），“signal” 意为 “标志、预示”，贴合吉祥物的象征意义，B（改变）、C（记录）、D（隐藏）均不符合，故选 A。
2.B 解析：“be inspired by”（受…… 启发）为固定搭配，原文明确吉祥物灵感来自东汉青铜雕塑，A（选择）、C（保护）、D（介绍）均不贴合 “灵感来源” 的语境，故选 B。
3.B 解析：“be referred to as”（被称为……）为固定短语，“Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow” 是青铜奔马的常用别称，A（转向）、C（添加）、D（传递）均不构成搭配，故选 B。
4.C 解析：“draw from”（从…… 汲取），结合 “aesthetic elements of Tang Dynasty”（唐代美学元素），“drew”（汲取）符合 “设计借鉴传统元素” 的逻辑，A（借用）、B（学习）、D（听说）均不精准，故选 C。
5.A 解析：“red was chosen as the base color”（红色被选为底色），“chosen”（选择）贴合 “设计师主动挑选颜色” 的语境，B（给予）、C（展示）、D（保持）均不贴合，故选 A。
6.D 解析：“highlight the warmth and joy”（突出温暖和欢乐），“highlight” 意为 “强调、突出”，符合 “传统图案彰显节日氛围” 的目的，A（替代）、B（避免）、C（减少）均反向，故选 D。
7.B 解析：“launch a mascot merchandise line”（推出吉祥物商品线），“launch” 意为 “推出、发布”，贴合 “官方宣布商品上市” 的语境，A（停止）、C（注意到）、D（忘记）均不符合，故选 B。
8.C 解析：“the image of the Auspicious Horse”（吉祥马的形象），结合 “used by Spring Festival events”（被春节活动使用），“image”（形象）是活动中展示的核心元素，A（名字）、B（颜色）、D（价格）均不贴合，故选 C。
9.B 解析：“be used by events”（被活动使用），吉祥马的形象和商品用于全球春节活动，“used”（使用）符合被动语境，A（制作）、C（销售）、D（储存）均不贴合 “活动应用” 的逻辑，故选 B。
10.A 解析：“each year... is represented by one of the 12 zodiac animals”（每年由十二生肖之一代表），“represented” 意为 “代表”，贴合生肖的象征意义，B（描述）、C（改变）、D（记住）均不符合，故选 A。
11.C 解析：“rotate in a repeating cycle”（循环转动），“rotate” 意为 “旋转、循环”，符合十二生肖 “循环往复” 的规律，A（行走）、B（奔跑）、D（跳跃）均不贴合 “循环” 的核心含义， 故选 C。
12.A 解析：“the circle moves to the Horse”（循环到马年），“circle” 指代前文 “repeating cycle”（循环），A（循环）贴合语境，B（日期）、C（事件）、D（游戏）均不相关，故选 A。
13.A 解析：“carry traditional cultural values”（承载传统文化价值），“values” 意为 “价值观念”，贴合吉祥物的文化属性，B（风格）、C（技能）、D（规则）均不贴合，故选 A。
14.D 解析：“be likely to win the hearts”（可能赢得人心），“be likely to”（可能）为固定搭配，A（容易的）、B（确定的）、C（准备好的）均不构成正确搭配，故选 D。
15.B 解析：“encourage more people to know about Chinese culture”（鼓励更多人了解中国文化），“encourage”