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专题05 阅读理解（记叙文）15篇 【2025高频考点】-冲刺2025年高考英语演练 （新高考专用）
（2025·浙江宁波·二模）My fingers trembled as I signed the pre-medical application form. The watercolor brushes on my desk stared back at me like abandoned friends. I’m Lora, an 18-year-old who secretly drew brain diagrams on napkins while classmates drew cartoons. “Art feeds the soul but starves the body,” Mom always said. Her words haunted me as my biology textbooks slowly buried my drawing pads.
Then came the school career fair that changed everything. Dr. Eleanor Whitman from Harvard asked us to list our “hidden skills”. My hand shook as I wrote “observing details”—something I’d learned from painting flower petals. “That’s medical research’s most needed skill!” she exclaimed, sharing how a student turned microbiology notes into textbook illustrations. My lab partner whispered, “Remember our photosynthesis (光合作用) comic ” For the first time, my two worlds didn’t feel so separate.
The real surprise came during hospital volunteering. Watching surgeries, I noticed something—the steady hands of doctors reminded me of my brushwork. When a boy struggled to describe his pain, I drew a fire-breathing dragon on his cast. “You made medicine speak,” the nurse said. Slowly, my drawing pads filled with cells that looked like colored-glass art and X-rays arranged like abstract paintings.
Mr. Dawson, our career counselor, helped connect these dots. On his whiteboard, my medical knowledge and art skills overlapped in a bright yellow circle labeled “Medical Illustration”. He showed me job listings I never knew existed—graphic designers for science apps, 3D modelers for anatomy (解剖) classes. “Your ‘impractical’ skill makes you stand out,” he said, pointing to my dragon drawing now used in pain management workshops.
Today, my microscope and paintbrushes share the same desk. The same hands that once hesitated between them now create 3D models of viruses for vaccine education. Sometimes I teach young patients to draw their feelings instead of describing them. My story isn’t about heart and reality canceling each other out—they just multiply possibilities.
1．What can be inferred about Lora from paragraph 1
A．She had given up the hobby of drawing. B．She was excited about studying medicine.
C．She felt torn between art and medical study. D．She regretted not practicing painting earlier.
2．Dr. Eleanor thought of Lora’ s “hidden skills” as ______.
A．a plus. B．a leisure. C．a distraction. D．a burden.
3．How did Lora’s hospital experience influence her
A．It helped develop her surgical skills. B．It directed her toward doctor training.
C．It boosted her enthusiasm for abstract art. D．It convinced her of art’s role in healthcare.
4．What message does the author want to convey
A．Follow the beaten track to success. B．A picture is worth a thousand words.
C．Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. D．Two strings to your bow light the way.
（2025·河南·模拟预测）Born in Salford in 1966, Russell Watson is the UK’s bestselling classical crossover artist. He began his career in the working-class clubs of the northwest before getting a record deal and releasing The Voice, an album that held No.1 for an impressive 52 weeks.
At the age of 15, Watson’s room, though small, was filled with photos of Marilyn Monroe, Madonna, and Paul Weller. While he was deeply attached to music, football was his primary passion. His first guitar, which he saw in a shop window, cost 300 — a small fortune at the time. His family, with his mother as a stay-at-home parent and his father working at the factory, couldn’t afford it. Determined, Watson took on paper rounds and even washed cars during school holidays to save enough money. That guitar became his most treasured item, though he later sold it during tough financial times in the 2000s.
Watson’s big break came when his mother arranged his first performance in a local club. Although they were paid in custard creams and tea, it marked the beginning of his career.
Early performances were tough, and the audience wasn’t always receptive. However, Watson learned how to engage and connect with them, an experience that shaped him into a seasoned performer.
By 1999, he was recording in George Martin’s studio, and his classical crossover career took off, especially after teamwork with artists like Shaun Ryder. However, in 2003, health problems, including throat and vocal (声带) diseases, stopped his progress. Watson faced even more serious health challenges in 2005 when he suffered from brain tumours (肿瘤). In spite of this, he remained devoted, continuing to work on his album. Though told he wouldn’t perform like his younger self, Watson’s voice is now stronger than ever, and he remains grateful for the journey that has shaped him.
5．What do we know about Russell Watson according to paragraph 1
A．He was born in the US in 1966. B．His first album was a hit.
C．He set the highest sales record. D．He started the working-class club.
6．Why did Watson sell his first guitar
A．To give in to his father. B．To fund his first album.
C．To get a better instrument. D．To address financial struggles.
7．The underlined phrase “custard creams and tea” in paragraph 3 implies __.
A．humble income B．appropriate rewards
C．symbolic recognition D．professional contracts
8．What can we say about Watson from the text
A．He puts fame before health. B．He lacks musical devotion.
C．He has strong willpower. D．He relies only on natural talent.
（2025·浙江宁波·二模）My fingers trembled as I signed the pre-medical application form. The watercolor brushes on my desk stared back at me like abandoned friends. I’m Lora, an 18- year-old who secretly drew brain diagrams on napkins while classmate drew cartoons. “Art feeds the soul but starve the body,” Mom always said. Her words haunted me as my biology textbooks slowly buried my drawing pads.
Then came the school career fair that changed everything. Dr. Eleanor Whitman from Harvard asked us to list our “hidden skills” My hand shook as I wrote “observing details” something I’d learned from painting flower petals. “That’s medical research’s most needed skill!” she exclaimed, sharing how a student turned microbiology notes into textbook illustrations. My lab partner whispered, “Remember our photosynthesis (光合作用) comic ” For the first time, my two worlds didn’t feel so separate.
The real surprise came during hospital volunteering. Watching surgeries, I noticed something-the steady hands of doctors reminded me of my brush work. When a boy struggled to describe his pain, I drew a fire-breathing dragon on his cast. “You made medicine speak,” the nurse said. Slowly, my drawing pads filled with cells that looked like colored-glass art and X-rays arranged like abstract paintings.
Mr. Dawson, our career counselor, helped connect these dots. On his white board, my medical knowledge and art skills overlapped in a bright yellow circle labeled “Medical Illustration” He showed me job li stings I never knew existed — graphic designers for science alps, 3D modelers for anatomy (解剖) classes. “Your” impractical skill makes you stand out,” he said, pointing to my dragon drawing now used in pain management workshops.
Today, my microscope and paintbrushes share the same desk. The same hands that once hesitated between them now create 3D models of viruses for vaccine education. Sometimes I teach young patients to draw their feelings instead of describing them. My story isn’t about heart and reality cancelling each other out —they just multiply possibilities.
9．What can be inferred about Lora from paragraph 1
A．She had given up the hobby of drawing. B．She was excited about studying medicine.
C．She felt torn between art and medical study. D．She regretted not practicing painting earlier.
10．Dr. Eleanor thought of Lora’s “hidden skills” as______.
A．a plus B．a leisure C．a distraction D．a burden
11．How did Lora’s hospital experience influence her
A．It helped develop her surgical skills. B．It directed her toward doctor training.
C．It boosted her enthusiasm for abstract art. D．It convinced her of art’s role in health care.
12．What message does the author want to convey
A．Follow the beaten track to success. B．A picture is worth a thousand words.
C．Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. D．Two strings to your bow light the way.
（2025·安徽滁州·二模）For her 85th birthday, I gave my mother an iPad. Though she’d never used a computer, she showed a keen interest in the device because she knew people who had one, and she believed that if she didn’t keep up with technology, she’d one day find herself in a computerized kitchen, unable to open a can of soup.
Then began her journey of exploring the digital world. Mom is a reader, so I downloaded the library app and signed her up for an e-card. She regularly downloaded e-books herself. When they were not immediately available, she put them on hold and usually forgot about them later. Next, we handled Netflix. Being a movie lover, Mom was astonished by the number of films that Netflix has on offer. One Saturday she called because she was having trouble logging onto Netflix. She was sure that she had entered correct user’s name and password, but without any luck. I suggested the version might be too old. “They probably have fewer people working as it’s a long weekend,” she told me.
Now, we FaceTime and Zoom every day. She reads e-books, amazed that she can check them out in the middle of the night. She watches TV series and even knows about the most recent hit. However, she is still unable to surf the Internet smoothly — whenever she wants to browse the news sector online, she might touch the pop-up ads and sidebars by accident, thus ending up on strange pages.
I can’t wait for the day when we can sit down in person and surf the Internet together. In the meantime, it’s great to see how much her confidence has grown. Yesterday, she FaceTimed me “I’ve made a resolution,” she announced. “I’m going to learn how to operate every piece of technology in the apartment — including the TV remote.”
13．Why did the author’s mom show a keen interest in iPad
A．Because she was a movie lover. B．Because everyone she knew had one.
C．Because it was gifted by her daughter. D．Because she didn’t want to be left behind.
14．What might be the reason why the author’s mother couldn’t log onto Netflix
A．The app needed to be updated. B．Few people worked on the weekend.
C．She entered the wrong user’s password. D．Her iPad’s operating system broke down.
15．What trouble does the author’s mom encounter when surfing the Internet
A．It’s hard to read e-books at night. B．She might be led to strange pages.
C．The sidebars fail to function properly. D．There is nothing fun in the news sector.
16．What’s the author’s purpose in writing the article
A．To suggest some apps an iPad offers to old people.
B．To share her mom’s experiences of learning technology.
C．To criticize technology for being unfriendly to seniors.
D．To show her approaches to teaching her mom to use an iPad.
（2025·河南·模拟预测）In 2022, David Jefferson’s wife, Jill Wolfe, was diagnosed (诊断) with cancer. Wolfe was a very independent person and resisted having visitors. But her friend and former workmate Nichole Kyle was persistent (坚持不懈) .
“Nichole Kyle would call, and I’d have to say, ‘Not today, ’” Jefferson remembered. “She would text, and I’d say, ‘Sorry, not today.’ Finally, I told her, ‘Just come over anyway.’” Once Wolfe heard whispers of her husband and friend talking, she invited Kyle into her room. The two women talked, and Wolfe’s spirits were uplifted.
These visits went on for some time until it became clear that the experimental medication Wolfe was taking wasn’t working. The cancer had spread to her back—a terminal diagnosis. “She never wanted to do chemotherapy (化疗) , but it was the last choice and she wanted more time,” Jefferson recalled.
Three days after her first chemo session, Wolfe had to be admitted to the hospital. After a few days’ stay, she was discharged. Wolfe was too weak to stand and needed to use a wheelchair. Kyle went with Jefferson to pick Wolfe up from the hospital. It was wintertime, and when they got back to the couple’s home, the pipes in the house had frozen. Kyle helped unfreeze them, gave her friend a shower, and helped put her to bed. Then she left.
“Some hours later, Kyle showed up again with a bag,” Jefferson said, tearfully.
The following days, Kyle did the laundry, cooked and cleaned the house. She helped Jefferson take care of Wolfe. “Kyle was a steady presence. She was willing to do whatever was next, ” Jefferson remembered. Wolfe died on Feb. 3, 2024. “Kyle was an angel in that time of need and I’ll forever be in her debt,” Jefferson said.
17．Why did Nichole Kyle keep contacting David Jefferson at first
A．To share her own recovery tips. B．To discuss work-related matters.
C．To check on Wolfe and offer assistance. D．To ensure Wolfe had medical treatment.
18．What does the underlined phrase “a terminal diagnosis” in Paragraph 3 mean
A．A curable illness. B．A misjudged condition.
C．A deadly stage. D．A newly discovered disease.
19．What can we know about Wolfe’s decision to undergo chemotherapy
A．She believed it would cure her cancer. B．She chose it as an attempt for more time.
C．She regretted taking it due to side effects. D．She followed her doctor's advice readily.
20．Which of the following best describes Nichole Kyle’s role in the story
A．A family member sharing responsibilities. B．A devoted friend giving enthusiastic support.
C．A distant relative providing occasional help. D．A medical expert delivering professional care.
（2025·安徽马鞍山·二模）When handball was introduced to Sri Lankan schools in 2010, I wanted to bring it to my school, St Anthony’s, in the remote village of Wasalakotte. This became a challenging task as the sports teacher was unwilling to initiate anything other than traditional sports, such as cricket and rugby.
However, I decided to start this game. Handball is a fascinating (有吸引力的) game which combines speed, technical precision, skill and teamwork. The boys were immediately interested and 40 students aged between 13 and 19 signed up to play. And I had the support of their parents.
Heshan Pradeep, a St Anthony’s graduate who was a member of the Air Force handball team, volunteered to coach the team. Although handball is an indoor game, we trained outdoors as our school had limited facilities. “It will ruin their studies!” complained some of the teachers. But I managed to get the game going.
After three months of hard training, we were able to send an under-19s boys’ team to compete with 50 other schools at the first three-day, all-island school handball tournament held in Colombo — the country’s most populous city. Our boys played remarkably well and reached the final.
And that was when the real game started. Students, parents, teachers and old boys from Colombo schools joined forces against us, saying they wouldn’t allow the cup to be taken out of Colombo. Some Colombo students waved leaves and danced and sang their songs to intimidate our boys. Even the referees (裁判) favored the Colombo schools. Defeated, the boys fell to the ground, sad and disappointed.
A few weeks after the defeat, I turned to Vonho, Heshan’s coach. Vonho agreed to coach the team in his free time. The following year, the boys claimed the victory they deserved.
21．Why was it hard to start handball in St. Anthony’s
A．The school lacked facilities. B．The teachers were opposed to it.
C．The parents were resistant to it. D．The students showed no interest.
22．What can we say about the team’s first show
A．It won the referees’ favor for the team. B．It attracted more members for the team.
C．It helped the team join the tournament. D．It demonstrated the team’s competitiveness.
23．Which of the following can replace the underlined word “intimidate” in paragraph 5
A．Discourage. B．Entertain. C．Misjudge. D．Welcome.
24．Which of the following best describes the author
A．Warm-hearted and generous. B．Active and modest.
C．Determined and supportive. D．Athletic and humorous.
（2025·江西南昌·二模）Annie Smith, 32, went into labor as floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey surrounded her apartment. With the roads underwater, the two-mile drive to the hospital was impossible. Annie and her husband, Greg, both doctors, began preparing for a home birth.
Greg rushed to gather supplies — scissors, sewing needles — while his mother boiled water to sterilize (消毒) them. “I’m really starting to get scared now,” Annie told Greg as the reality set in. A neighbor, checking on the Smiths, sent an email to their apartment complex’s message board asking for help. Within 30 minutes, at least 15 people showed up, including medical trainees from the complex.
Meanwhile, the couple had been continuously dialing 911 but never got an answer. Finally, a call to the director of Annie’s fellowship program led to action. The director’s father, who lived near a fire station, walked there to explain the situation.
Around noon, a rescue truck arrived. By then, the water had reached to a formidable level that the vehicle couldn’t get close. The Smiths’ neighbors and firefighters formed a human chain to help Annie Smith to the back of the flatbed truck. “I held onto them one person at a time,” she said, moving on her hands and knees along their arms until she reached the ladder safely. She sat on a blanket in the truck, a shower curtain over her head, as they drove through the flood.
The Smiths arrived at Texas Children’s Hospital about 15 minutes later. An hour later, their daughter Adrielle was born, weighing 7 pounds, 6 ounces. The couple, exhausted but relieved, appreciated the neighbors and firemen who had come to their aid. “It was absolutely incredible how many people responded and were out in the rain trying to help us,” Annie said.
25．Why did the Smiths at first prepare for a home birth
A．The hospital was inaccessible. B．Drivers were hard to reach.
C．They were suggested by doctors. D．The emergency services were off duty.
26．Who played a crucial role in calling the rescue truck
A．A neighbour. B．Greg’s mother.
C．A medical trainee. D．The director’s father.
27．What does the underlined word “formidable” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Scary. B．Awesome. C．Average. D．Normal.
28．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A．To record an unforgettable disaster. B．To remember the respected firemen.
C．To praise the love within the community. D．To raise funds for Annie’s fellowship program.
（2025·江苏南通·二模）Alfred Hitchcock is easily one of the most influential film directors of all time. He was known throughout his life as a brilliant but bad-tempered man. He pioneered many techniques in the suspense (悬疑) and thriller genres (流派). He developed a style all of his own, which has defined entire genres of film and inspired other hugely successful films.
Hitchcock was born on 13 August 1899 in London, the son of a greengrocer. He often described his childhood as being very lonely and sheltered, a situation worsened by his obesity. He once said that he was sent by his father to the local police station with a note asking the officer to lock him away for 10 minutes as punishment for behaving badly. He also remarked that his mother would force him to stand for several hours as punishment. This idea of being harshly treated or wrongfully accused would later be reflected in Hitchcock’s films.
In 1920, Hitchcock entered the film industry. Hitchcock directed more than fifty feature films in a career within six decades. In Hitchcock’s movies, viewers are made to identify with the camera which moves in a way meant to imitate a person’s gaze and which forces viewers to engage in a form of prying (窥探). He carefully designed shots to influence the feelings of the audience and maximize anxiety, fear, or empathy, and used innovative film editing to demonstrate the point of view of the characters. Many of Hitchcock’s films have twist endings and thrilling plots.
Hitchcock compared himself as the operator of a switchback railway — an early form of rollercoaster — knowing how far to push his audience to thrill them but not going so far as to make it unpleasant. “I am, in some respects, the man who says, in constructing it, ‘how steep can we make the first dip (下落) ’, and ‘this will make them scream’,” he said. “If you make the dip too deep, the screams will continue as the whole car goes over the edge and destroys everyone. Therefore, you mustn’t go too far, because you do want them to get off the switchback railway giggling (咯咯地笑) with pleasure.”
29．How do Hitchcock’s childhood experiences influence his films
A．His films advocate child punishment.
B．His films criticize some violent events.
C．His films involve frightening moments.
D．His films center around family business.
30．What can we infer from Hitchcock’s movies
A．They make viewers immersed in vivid scenes.
B．They depend on cameras to imitate audience.
C．They have light-hearted plots for the most part.
D．They maximize the feelings of the characters.
31．Which of the following best describes Alfred Hitchcock
A．Professional and creative.
B．Considerate and cautious.
C．Self-disciplined but rude.
D．Brilliant but short-sighted.
32．Why does the author mention the rollercoaster in the last paragraph
A．To prove Hitchcock’s love for amusement parks.
B．To illustrate Hitchcock’s approach to directing films.
C．To emphasize Hitchcock’s preference for action films.
D．To show the great challenge of operating a rollercoaster.
（2025·江苏南通·二模）Soon after Mr. & Mrs. Bacchus started farming their little patch of land, they faced a major problem — a plague of birds fed on their precious crops. Then, a man stopped on the road outside their house, and asked the couple if he could take photographs of the birds on the property. Afterwards, he suggested that instead of trying to get rid of the birds, they should instead learn to live alongside them, and Maraksacha Reserve was born.
Today, the couple credit this man, the celebrated bird photographer Manu Espinosa, with changing their lives, and helping them persuade others of the vital importance of conservation in this region.
Birding tourism is flourishing in Ecuador, with increasing numbers of specialist tour groups. Ecuador contains a variety of ecosystems at differing elevations, which helps explain why it’s among the top 10 countries in the world for bird diversity. The country is home to over 1,600 bird species — nearly double the number found in all of Europe — within an area just slightly larger than the UK.
As the business of birding grows, more and more farmers are switching their land from agriculture to bird reserves, benefiting not just the birds, but the country’s economy too. One notable example is the Ajila family, who have devoted themselves to preserving the long-wattled umbrellabird. On his land near Recinto, landowner Luis Ajila has switched from dairy farming to conservation, replanting trees and promoting the site to wildlife tourists — work that he says is a better livelihood than farming.
“Wildlife tourism is much more profitable than farming, but that wasn’t our only motivation,” says Luis Jr., Ajila’s son. “We aimed to protect not just the umbrellabird, but all the unique wildlife here, safeguarding them for future generations.”
Since 2005, Angel Paz has transformed his former dairy farm into a bird reserve. At first, things didn’t go to plan: it took a month for the first visitor to arrive, and he paid just $10 for a four-hour tour. Since then, however, thousands of people have made the pilgrimage. “I have protected my home and its birdlife for almost two decades, and finally watched the wildlife — and the people who visit — flourish,” Angel Paz says.
33．What advice did the photographer give to the couple
A．Photographing the birds. B．Coexisting with the birds.
C．Protecting their precious crops. D．Taking care of their property.
34．What is paragraph 3 of the text mainly about
A．How Ecuador is geographically unique.
B．What distinguishes Ecuador’s biodiversity.
C．What makes Ecuador a birding destination.
D．How birding tourism is operated in Ecuador.
35．What have the Ajila family achieved
A．Helping other farmers shake off poverty.
B．Combining profitability with sustainability.
C．Applying new technology in modern farming.
D．Changing the landscapes of their residential areas.
36．What can we learn from ngel Paz’s story
A．Well begun is half done.
B．It takes time to bear fruit.
C．The early bird catches the worm.
D．The secret to success is adaptability.
（2025·湖北武汉·二模）These days, I have been gathering contributions for Class Notes from my classmates at the Brearley School. Seven contributions have come in. They are long or short, emotional or matter-of-fact, and now my job will be to cut and select, rephrase and quote, and count words from each contributor- our entire collection will have to add up to no more than six hundred and fifty words.
The tough part is trying to give more or less equal space to each of these life accounts, since some of us tend to relate incidents in great detail while others are tight-lipped. If nine of us altogether, including me, contribute notes, then each note is allowed a little over seventy words. If another contribution comes in at the last minute, we all go down to about sixty-five. Do I cut out the trip to Costa Rica, or the visit to the nephew in New Jersey The recent grandchild, broken leg, or Scrabble (拼字游戏) competition
Why did I decide I would not mind being a class-notes agent I suppose I pursue any piece of writing for two main reasons. First, I like the challenge of trying a new form. In this case, my task is to rearrange the writings of a range of personalities to create one fairly smooth whole. The second reason is always emotional. Here, one source of my emotion was the years-long experience of the school itself. I was also touched that my classmates suggested me for the job, their sensible reason being: “You’re a writer. “
As a 65-year-old lady, I feel tired sometimes, but I’ve never stopped valuing every moment in this job. For me, my classmates are still full of youthful energy, passion, or disgust or tearful hurt. I’m not sure I’m naturally gifted at turning all these colorful details into a brief and entertaining account. That’s how I do it — quote their own words as often as I can.
37．What does the author need to do with the contributions
A．Edit and adjust them. B．Collect and grade them.
C．Ensure the variety of them. D．Add personal comments to them.
38．How does the author explain the difficulty of the job
A．By citing quotes. B．By listing examples.
C．By making comparisons. D．By giving definitions.
39．What can we infer about the author from paragraph 3
A．She prioritizes new forms. B．She prefers emotional writing.
C．She is hesitant about the role. D．She is acknowledged by her classmates.
40．What does the author think of the job
A．It’s stressful. B．It’s worthwhile. C．It’s straightforward. D．It’s troublesome.
（2025·湖北·三模）Nathan Sawaya is indeed known for his impressive artwork created using LEGO bricks. Initially, he faced legal challenges from LEGO regarding the use of its products in his art. However, over time, he gained recognition and became a “LEGO Certified Professional”, which allows him to create and display his work with the company’s support. This title is given to select individuals who demonstrate exceptional skill in working with LEGO and contribute to the company positively. Sawaya’s unique approach to art has helped bridge the gap between commercial products and creative expression.
Sawaya’s journey began in a rather unconventional way. Originally a corporate lawyer, he found himself increasingly drawn to the world of art. The turning point came when he decided to leave his stable job and pursue his passion for creating with LEGO. His first major exhibition, “The Art of the Brick”, displayed his innovative sculptures and earned widespread praise. Visitors were amazed to see iconic artworks, such as Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Michelangelo’s Dovid, reimagined entirely with LEGO bricks.
What sets Sawaya apart is not just his technical skill, but also his ability to express deep emotions through playful materials. Each piece tells a story, inviting viewers to engage with their inner child while thinking about the themes of creativity and imagination. His work challenges traditional concepts of art, demonstrating that even the most ordinary items can be turned into extraordinary expressions of human experience.
In addition to his exhibitions, Sawaya has also conducted workshops and educational programs, inspiring the next generation of artists. He believes that creativity should be accessible to everyone and encourages people to explore their artistic potential using simple materials. Through his devotion and passion, Nathan Sawaya has not only carved out a unique space in the art world but has also encouraged a greater appreciation for the creative possibilities found in LEGO.
41．What does LEGO Certified Professional mean to Sawaya
A．It expands his name recognition. B．It legalizes his use of LEGO.
C．It boosts his artistic competence. D．It finances his LEGO creation.
42．Which can best describe Sawaya’s first major exhibition
A．Artistic and practical. B．Professional and vivid.
C．Novel and impressive. D．Realistic and fashionable.
43．How does Sawaya’s work challenge traditional views of art
A．By transforming ordinary objects into art.
B．By featuring engagement and imagination.
C．By taking full advantage of playful materials.
D．By combining inner thought with technology.
44．What can we learn from Sawaya’s example
A．Follow your passion, and success will follow.
B．Share your knowledge, and wisdom will grow.
C．Achievement is guaranteed for those with talent.
D．Legal recognition is essential for artistic freedom.
（2025·山东·模拟预测）It was a clear autumn morning, and the lake was calm, its surface reflecting the golden colors of the surrounding trees. I stood at the edge of the dock (船埠), my toes tightly holding the wooden boards, as I watched my friends dive into the water with effortless grace. Their laughter spread across the lake, but I remained frozen, my heart beating fast.
I hadn’t swum for years—not since the accident. At twelve, during a family vacation, a sudden wave pulled me under in the ocean. I remembered the panic, the struggle to breathe, and the feeling of powerlessness. After that, I avoided water, fearing it would drown me again.
But standing there that morning, something changed. I was tired of being afraid, tired of letting that moment define me. I wanted to reclaim the joy I once found in swimming. With a deep breath, I stepped off the dock.
The cold water shocked me, but I surfaced, breathing for air. Instead of swimming back, I treaded (踩水) water, forcing myself to stay afloat. My heart raced, but I closed my eyes, focusing on my breathing, calming myself. Then, I dove under.
The world beneath was silent and peaceful. Sunlight shone through, casting reflecting patterns on the lakebed. I felt weightless, free from my fears. For those moments, I was no longer the girl scared by an accident—I was just me, floating in my own world.
When I emerged, I felt a great achievement. I had faced my fear and proven I could overcome it. That day marked a new chapter. I started swimming regularly, rebuilding my confidence. Each dive made me stronger, more in control.
The accident didn’t just take away my love for swimming—it taught me that fear doesn’t have to be a prison. It can be a challenge, an opportunity to grow. Sometimes, all it takes is one brave moment to change everything.
45．What caused the author to avoid swimming for years
A．She was afraid of the freezing cold water. B．She didn’t have any friends to swim with.
C．She had a terrible experience in the ocean. D．She didn’t like the feeling of touching water.
46．How did the author feel when she first stepped off the dock
A．Shocked and scared. B．Calm and relaxed.
C．Excited and confident. D．Concerned and bored.
47．What does the author mean by saying “fear doesn’t have to be a prison”
A．Fear can prevent people from doing what they love.
B．Fear can be overcome and used as a motivation to grow.
C．Fear is something that might change everything for sure.
D．Fear is always a negative emotion in people’s daily life.
48．What does the passage want to convey
A．Swimming in a lake nearby brings pure joy.
B．Swimming in the ocean ends up with dangers.
C．Having family vacations is extremely important.
D．Overcoming fear and reclaiming one’s life matters.
（2025·福建泉州·模拟预测）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 (超越) 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’s Dream into Poking 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.
49．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 Wukong.
D．To highlight the fascination of ancient Chinese tales.
50．What do we know about Pourazar’s experience of learning Peking Opera
A．Language was a significant barrier for 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.
51．Why did Pourazar adapt Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream into Peking Opera
A．To show off his talent in adapting different plays.
B．To add more complexity to traditional opera forms.
C．To prove that Peking Opera is superior to other art forms.
D．To make Peking Opera more accessible to Western audiences.
52．Which of the following words best describe Pourazar
A．Determined and creative.
B．Passionate and reserved.
C．Humorous and charming.
D．Traditional and cautious.
（2025·河北沧州·模拟预测）For decades, Xu Shuangmin had barely traveled beyond her community, limited within a comfortable 5-kilometer range in the central city of Wuhan, Hubei Province. But at the age of 67, and fresh off her retirement, she astonished everyone with a decision to travel 4,000 km northwest, opening a new chapter as a volunteer teacher.
In September 2021, Xu joined a national silver-age teacher action plan, an initiative launched by the Ministry of Education to tap into the wealth of experience and knowledge of retired educators to boost the educational quality of universities in the western regions. Retiring from Zhongnan University of Economics and Law in Wuhan, Xu started volunteering on the Karamay Campus of China University of Petroleum-Beijing in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, which has drawn 140 retired teachers like Xu from around the country.
The retired teachers come from the economically developed large cities in the central and eastern regions. However, they were not afraid of Xinjiang’s dry climate, sandy weather and relatively simple living facilities. Despite being volunteers, the teachers work with great efforts, equaling those half their age.
“I initially came to Karamay with the goal of educating students, but over the past three years, I’ve come to realize that I, too, am learning and growing.” Xu says.
Xu recalls a letter to her elder sister, in which she said that, with the strong force-10 winds, and inspired by the determination of the oil workers in Karamay, she had gained a true understanding of the slogan (口号) about going where the country needs you the most.
While many elderly Chinese people choose to spend their retirement looking after their grandchildren or traveling around the world, Xu has chosen a different path, saying by volunteering in Xinjiang, she, as well as other volunteering teachers, is employing the wealth of experience to aid the development and talent training of this remote region.
53．What was Xu’s life like before she retired
A．She enjoyed a comfortable life in big cities.
B．She used to travel around her neighborhood.
C．She spent most of her time within her community.
D．She walked five kilometers every day to keep healthy.
54．What does Xu highlight about her experience in Paragraph 4
A．It’s a fruitless effort. B．It’s a win-win choice.
C．It’s a profitable project. D．It’s a challenging process.
55．Why does Xu mention the oil workers in her letter
A．To introduce the oil industry there.
B．To show the workers’ impact on her.
C．To discuss the effect of climate on their work.
D．To explain the country’s urgent demand for talents.
56．Which of the following can be used to describe the retired teachers
A．Creative and strict. B．Ambitious and patient.
C．Humorous and competitive. D．Devoted and knowledgeable.
（2025·广东深圳·一模）Perhaps no one knows the power of imagination better than Chinese writer Liu Cixin. Until four years ago, Liu worked full-time as a computer engineer at a power plant in Shanxi province. He only wrote science fiction in his spare time. But it was during this time that Liu’s imagination took flight. He did what he might never have the chance to do in real life-wander in space, fight with aliens, and visit planets light — years away.
But even with such a powerful imagination, Liu, 55, probably hadn’t expected that he would become the first Asian to win the Hugo Award, science fiction’s highest prize, in 2015. Perhaps neither did he think that former US president Barack Obama would read his novel The Three-Body Problem, nor that on Nov 9 in Washington DC, he would win the 2018 Arthur C． Clarke Award for Imagination in Service to Society. It’s the first time a Chinese writer has ever won the award.
In his acceptance speech, Liu said that he owed his imagination to Arthur C． Clarke (1917—2008), a famous UK sci-fi author. He said that reading Clarke’s 1968 classic novel 2001: A Space Odyssey in the early 1980s had a great effect on him.
“My mind opened up like never before. I felt like a narrow river finally seeing the sea,” Liu said. “That night, in my eyes, the starry sky was completely different from the past. For the first time in my life, I was awed (充满敬畏的) by the mystery of the universe.”
But no matter how far away Liu’s imagination takes him, somehow his novels always stay rational (理性的). In The Three-Body Problem, for example, Liu tells a tale of aliens invading Earth. But unlike other alien stories, Liu talks more about relationships between civilizations, rules of survival, and the meanings of life. And in The Wandering Earth, Liu looks ahead to the day when our solar system comes to an end and humans have to look for a new place to live. However, all his visions and solutions are based on “hard science”. Liu’s works aren’t simply daydreams.
57．What was Liu Cixin’s occupation before he became a full-time writer
A．Science fiction author. B．English teacher.
C．Computer engineer. D．US president.
58．Liu Cixin’s words are used mainly to show .
A．his feeling after reading Clarke’s work
B．his love of reading science fiction
C．his interest in mysteries of the universe
D．his confusion when he started writing
59．Why did the author mention The Three-Body Problem and The Wandering Earth
A．To prove that Liu Cixin’s works relate science to reality.
B．To explain how Liu Cixin came up with his ideas.
C．To show that Liu Cixin has a powerful imagination.
D．To compare the different writing styles in the two books.
60．What is a key characteristic of Liu Cixin’s science fiction, as mentioned in the passage
A．It focuses solely on battles with aliens.
B．It is based on “hard science” and rational thinking.
C．It is purely based on daydreams and fantasy.
D．It avoids exploring themes of survival and civilization.
（2025·上海青浦·二模）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 hard 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.
61．According to the passage, which of the following statements about the ballet class is TRUE
A．The writer learned a lot of ballet moves.
B．The floor exercises calmed the writer down.
C．Despite the physicality, the dancers didn’t look tired.
D．The dancers did their warm-up for 45 minutes that day.
62．At the end of the class, how did the writer feel
A．She felt impressed by the dancers’ efforts.
B．She felt ashamed of her lack of willpower.
C．She felt confident of overcoming life’s challenges.
D．She felt regretful about not trying hard enough at ballet.
63．By mentioning the technology that has made life easier, the writer means that ________.
A．modern technology is to blame for people’s taking shortcuts
B．technology can help people work better and more efficiently
C．people should avoid using technology to enjoy the simplicity of life
D．technology offers us shortcuts, which prevents us from seeking challenges
64．What has the writer learned from her first ballet lesson
A．We need to push ourselves forward by looking for challenges.
B．Hard things are worth trying as long as you enjoy doing them.
C．Fitness classes can make people physically and mentally strong.
D．Watching others practice ballet is a good way to improve ourselves.
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《专题05 阅读理解（记叙文）15篇 【2025高频考点】-冲刺2025年高考英语演练 （新高考专用）》参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C A D D B D A C C A
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 D D D A B B C C B B
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 B D A C A D A C C A
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 A B B C B B A B D B
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 B C A A C A B D B A
题号 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60
答案 D A C B B D C A A B
题号 61 62 63 64
答案 C A D A
1．C 2．A 3．D 4．D
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了 Lora 在艺术和医学学习之间感到纠结，后来在学校职业招聘会、医院志愿者活动等经历的影响下，发现自己的艺术技能在医疗领域有独特的作用，从而将两者结合起来的故事。
1．推理判断题。根据第一段““Art feeds the soul but starves the body,” Mom always said. Her words haunted me as my biology textbooks slowly buried my drawing pads.(“艺术滋养灵魂，但会饿肚子”妈妈总是这么说。当我的生物课本慢慢把我的画本掩埋时，她的话萦绕在我心头)” 可知，Lora 在艺术和医学学习之间难以抉择，感到很纠结。故选C。
2．细节理解题。根据第二段“Dr. Eleanor Whitman from Harvard asked us to list our “hidden skills”. My hand shook as I wrote “observing details”—something I’d learned from painting flower petals. “That’s medical research’s most needed skill!” she exclaimed, sharing how a student turned microbiology notes into textbook illustrations.(哈佛大学的埃莉诺·惠特曼博士让我们列出自己的“隐藏技能”。当我写下“观察细节”时，我的手在颤抖——这是我从画花瓣中学到的。“这是医学研究最需要的技能！”她大声说道，并分享了一个学生如何将微生物学笔记变成教科书插图的故事)” 可知，Dr. Eleanor 认为 Lora 的 “隐藏技能” 是一个优势。故选A。
3．推理判断题。根据第三段“Watching surgeries, I noticed something—the steady hands of doctors reminded me of my brushwork. When a boy struggled to describe his pain, I drew a fire-breathing dragon on his cast. “You made medicine speak,” the nurse said.(在观看手术时，我注意到了一些事情 —— 医生稳定的手让我想起了我的绘画技巧。当一个男孩难以描述他的疼痛时，我在他的石膏上画了一条喷火的龙。护士说：“你让医学有了声音”)” 可推知，Lora 在医院的经历让她确信艺术在医疗保健中有作用。故选D。
4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Today, my microscope and paintbrushes share the same desk. The same hands that once hesitated between them now create 3D models of viruses for vaccine education. Sometimes I teach young patients to draw their feelings instead of describing them. My story isn’t about heart and reality canceling each other out—they just multiply possibilities.(如今，我的显微镜和画笔共用一张桌子。曾经在它们之间犹豫不决的手，现在为疫苗教育制作病毒的 3D 模型。有时我教年轻的病人画出他们的感受，而不是描述它们。我的故事不是关于内心和现实相互抵消 —— 它们只是增加了可能性)” 可知，文章主要传达了拥有两种技能（艺术和医学知识）可以照亮人生道路，带来更多可能性的信息。所以文章传达了“双管齐下，照亮道路”。故选D。
5．B 6．D 7．A 8．C
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了英国古典跨界歌手Russell Watson的成长经历与职业生涯。
5．细节理解题。根据第一段“He began his career in the working-class clubs of the northwest before getting a record deal and releasing The Voice, an album that held No.1 for an impressive 52 weeks.(他的职业生涯始于美国西北部的工人阶级俱乐部，后来他签下了一份唱片合约，发行了《好声音》（the Voice），这张专辑令人印象深刻地保持了52周的冠军宝座)”可知，这张专辑在榜一待了有52周，大概为12个月，是一张成功的唱片。故选B。
6． 细节理解题。根据第二段“That guitar became his most treasured item, though he later sold it during tough financial times in the 2000s.(那把吉他成了他最珍贵的物品，不过他后来在21世纪头十年的金融危机中卖掉了它)”可知，Watson卖掉他的第一把吉他是为了解决经济困难。故选D。
7．词句猜测题。根据前文“Watson’s big break came when his mother arranged his first performance in a local club.(当他的母亲安排他在当地一家俱乐部的首次演出时，沃森迎来了重大突破)”可知，沃森在当地一家俱乐部的首次演出，再结合Although和“it marked the beginning of his career(但这标志着他职业生涯的开始)”可知，首次演出，收入一般不会高，所以应是尽管他的收入十分微薄，但这标志着他职业生涯的起点之意，推知custard creams and tea应是“收入微薄”的意思，和A项意思相近。故选A项。
8．推理判断题。根据最后一段“However, in 2003, health problems, including throat and vocal (声带) diseases, stopped his progress. Watson faced even more serious health challenges in 2005 when he suffered from brain tumours (肿瘤). In spite of this, he remained devoted, continuing to work on his album. Though told he wouldn’t perform like his younger self, Watson’s voice is now stronger than ever, and he remains grateful for the journey that has shaped him.(然而，在2003年，健康问题，包括喉咙和声音疾病，阻止了他的进步。2005年，沃森患了脑瘤，面临着更严重的健康挑战。尽管如此，他仍然全身心投入，继续制作他的专辑。虽然被告知他不会像年轻时那样表演，但沃森现在的声音比以往任何时候都强大，他仍然感激这段塑造了他的旅程)”可知，Waston在病魔的折磨下，依然坚持创作，所以是有强大的意志力。故选C。
9．C 10．A 11．D 12．D
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Lora在艺术和医学研究之间徘徊，最终找到艺术和医学结合点——医学插画的故事。
9．推理判断题。根据第一段“My fingers trembled as I signed the pre-medical application form. The watercolor brushes on my desk stared back at me like abandoned friends. (当我签署医学院申请表时，我的手指在颤抖。我桌上的水彩笔像被遗弃的朋友一样盯着我。)”以及““Art feeds the soul but starve the body,” Mom always said. Her words haunted me as my biology textbooks slowly buried my drawing pads.(“艺术滋养灵魂，却让身体挨饿，”妈妈总是说。当我的生物课本慢慢埋葬了我的绘图板时，她的话一直萦绕在我耳边。)”可推知，Lora在艺术和医学研究之间左右为难。故选C。
10．推理判断题。根据第二段“Dr. Eleanor Whitman from Harvard asked us to list our “hidden skills” My hand shook as I wrote “observing details” something I’d learned from painting flower pet a ls. “That’s medical research’s most needed skill!” she exclaimed, sharing how a student turned microbiology notes into textbook illustrations.(来自哈佛大学的埃莉诺 惠特曼博士让我们列出自己的 “隐藏技能”。我的手在写下 “观察细节” 时颤抖着，这是我从描绘花瓣中学到的技能。“那可是医学研究中最需要的技能！” 她大声说道，并分享了一名学生是如何把微生物学笔记转化为教科书插图的经历。)”可推知，埃莉诺博士认为萝拉的“隐藏技能”是一个加分项。故选A。
11．细节理解题。根据第三段“The real surprise came during hospital volunteering. Watching surgeries, I noticed something-the steady hands of doctors reminded me of my brush work. When a boy struggled to describe his pain, I drew a fire-breathing dragon on his cast. “You made medicine speak,” the nurse said. Slowly, my drawing pads filled with cells that looked like colored-glass art and X-rays arranged like abstract paintings.(真正的惊喜是在医院做志愿者时出现的。看着手术，我注意到一些事情------医生们稳定的双手让我想起了我的画笔。当一个男孩努力描述自己的痛苦时，我在他的石膏上画了一条喷火的龙。“你让医学说话了，”护士说。慢慢地，我的绘图板上画满了看起来像彩色玻璃艺术的细胞和像抽象画的X光片。)”可知，Lora的医院经历使她确信艺术在医疗保健中的作用。故选D。
12．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Today, my microscope and paintbrushes share the same desk. The same hands that once hesitated between them now create 3 D models of viruses for vaccine education. Sometimes I teach young patients to draw their feelings instead of describing them. My story in about heart and reality cancelling each other out — they just multiply possibilities. (今天，我的显微镜和画笔共用一张桌子。曾经在这两者之间犹豫不决的双手，现在为疫苗教育创造了病毒的3D模型。有时我教年轻病人画出他们的感受，而不是描述它们。我的故事是内心和现实相互抵消——它们只是增加了可能性。)”可推知，作者想表达：多一种技能多一条出路。故选D。
13．D 14．A 15．B 16．B
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者的妈妈学习使用iPad的经历。
13．细节理解题。根据第一段“Though she’d never used a computer, she showed a keen interest in the device because she knew people who had one, and she believed that if she didn’t keep up with technology, she’d one day find herself in a computerized kitchen, unable to open a can of soup.( 尽管她从未使用过电脑，但她对这一设备表现出了浓厚的兴趣，因为她认识一些拥有电脑的人。而且她认为，如果自己不跟上科技的发展步伐，那么有朝一日她会发现自己身处一个全是电脑操控的厨房里，连一罐汤都打不开。)”可知，作者的妈妈对iPad表现出浓厚的兴趣是因为她不想被时代落下。故选D。
14．细节理解题。根据第二段“I suggested the version might be too old.(我建议版本可能太旧了。)”可知，作者的妈妈不能登录Netflix的原因是应用程序需要更新。故选A。
15．细节理解题。根据第三段“However, she is still unable to surf the Internet smoothly — whenever she wants to browse the news sector online, she might touch the pop-up ads and sidebars by accident, thus ending up on strange pages.(然而，她仍然不能顺利上网——每当她想在网上浏览新闻版块时，她可能会不小心碰到弹出广告和侧边栏，从而进入奇怪的页面。)可知，作者的妈妈在上网时遇到的问题是她可能会被引导到奇怪的页面。故选B。
16．推理判断题。根据第一段“For her 85th birthday, I gave my mother an iPad.(她85岁生日时，我送给妈妈一台iPad。)”以及文章主要讲述了作者的妈妈学习使用iPad的经历可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是分享她妈妈学习技术的经历。故选B。
17．C 18．C 19．B 20．B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Nichole Kyle作为朋友和前同事积极帮助患癌的 Jill Wolfe的故事。
17．推理判断题。根据第一段“In 2022, David Jefferson’s wife, Jill Wolfe, was diagnosed (诊断) with cancer. Wolfe was a very independent person and resisted having visitors. But her friend and former workmate Nichole Kyle was persistent (坚持不懈).(2022年，David Jefferson的妻子Jill Wolfe被诊断出患有癌症。Wolfe是一个非常独立的人，拒绝访客。但她的朋友兼前同事Nichole Kyle坚持不懈)”以及第二段““Nichole Kyle would call, and I’d have to say, ‘Not today, ’” Jefferson remembered. “She would text, and I’d say, ‘Sorry, not today.’ Finally, I told her, ‘Just come over anyway.’” Once Wolfe heard whispers of her husband and friend talking, she invited Kyle into her room. The two women talked, and Wolfe’s spirits were uplifted.(“Nichole Kyle会打电话给我，我不得不说，‘今天不行，’”Jefferson回忆道。“她会发短信，我会说，‘对不起，今天不行。’最后，我对她说：‘不管怎样，过来吧。’”一旦Wolfe听到丈夫和朋友的窃窃私语，她就邀请凯尔进她的房间。两个女人聊了起来，Wolfe的精神振奋起来)”可知，Jill Wolfe不愿意让别人探望，但是Nichole Kyle还是坚持要探望她并提供可能的帮助。故选C项。
18．词句猜测他。根据上文“These visits went on for some time until it became clear that the experimental medication Wolfe was taking wasn’t working. The cancer had spread to her back(这种拜访持续了一段时间，直到Wolfe服用的实验性药物明显不起作用。癌症已经扩散到她的背部)”可知，Wolfe 的病情已经发展到不可治的程度，所以a terminal diagnosis应是“一种致命的阶段”和C项意思相近。故选C项。
19．细节理解题。根据第三段““She never wanted to do chemotherapy (化疗) , but it was the last choice and she wanted more time,” Jefferson recalled.(“她从来不想做化疗，但这是最后的选择，她想要更多的时间，”Jefferson回忆说)”可知，虽然不愿意做化疗，但是Wolfe 想多争取一段时间。故选B项。
20．推理判断题。根据第一段“But her friend and former workmate Nichole Kyle was persistent (坚持不懈).(但她的朋友兼前同事Nichole Kyle坚持不懈)”以及第四段“It was wintertime, and when they got back to the couple’s home, the pipes in the house had frozen. Kyle helped unfreeze them, gave her friend a shower, and helped put her to bed. Then she left.(那是冬天，当他们回到这对夫妇的家时，房子里的管道已经结冰了。Kyle帮她解冻，给她的朋友洗了个澡，还帮她上床睡觉。然后她离开了)”以及最后一段“The following days, Kyle did the laundry, cooked and cleaned the house. She helped Jefferson take care of Wolfe.(接下来的几天，Kyle洗衣服、做饭、打扫房子。她帮助Jefferson照顾Wolfe)”可知，Nichole Kyle作为朋友和前同事，积极帮助 Jill Wolfe，提供生活中的实际帮助和情感支持。故选B项。
21．B 22．D 23．A 24．C
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者组织学校的学生进行手球比赛的经历。
21．细节理解题。根据第一段“This became a challenging task as the sports teacher was unwilling to initiate anything other than traditional sports, such as cricket and rugby.(这成为一项具有挑战性的任务，因为体育老师不愿意发起传统运动，比如板球和橄榄球)”可知，在圣安东尼开始手球很难是因为老师们反对。故选B。
22．细节理解题。根据第四段“After three months of hard training, we were able to send an under-19s boys’ team to compete with 50 other schools at the first three-day, all-island school handball tournament held in Colombo — the country’s most populous city. Our boys played remarkably well and reached the final.(经过三个月的艰苦训练，我们派出了一支19岁以下的男子球队，参加在斯里兰卡人口最多的城市科伦坡举行的为期三天的全岛学校手球锦标赛，与其他50所学校竞争。我们的男孩比赛得非常好，进入了决赛)”可知，这个团队的首场比赛展示了团队的竞争力。故选D。
23．词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“Some Colombo students waved leaves and danced and sang their songs to(一些科伦坡学生挥舞着树叶，载歌载舞)”以及后文“Even the referees (裁判) favored the Colombo schools. Defeated, the boys fell to the ground, sad and disappointed.(甚至裁判也支持科伦坡的学校。男孩们失败了，倒在地上，又伤心又失望)”可知，一些科伦坡学生挥舞着树叶，载歌载舞，是为了让作者的队员沮丧，故划线词意思是“阻止”。故选A。
24．推理判断题。根据第二段“The boys were immediately interested and 40 students aged between 13 and 19 signed up to play. And I had the support of their parents.(男孩们立刻就感兴趣了，40名年龄在13岁到19岁之间的学生报名参加了比赛。我得到了他们父母的支持)”以及第三段““It will ruin their studies!” complained some of the teachers. But I managed to get the game going.(“这会毁了他们的学业！”一些老师抱怨道。但我还是让游戏继续下去了)”可知，作者对比赛坚定，且对队友支持。故选C。
25．A 26．D 27．A 28．C
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一对医生夫妇在飓风洪水中，因医院无法到达而准备在家分娩，最终在邻居和消防员的帮助下成功获救并诞下女儿的感人故事。
25．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“With the roads underwater, the two-mile drive to the hospital was impossible.(由于道路被水淹没，前往医院两英里的路程无法实现)”可知，由于道路被水淹没，医院无法到达，所以史密斯一家最初准备在家分娩。故选A项。
26．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Finally, a call to the director of Annie’s fellowship program led to action. The director’s father, who lived near a fire station, walked there to explain the situation.(最终，给安妮的研究生项目主任打电话促成了行动。这位主任的父亲住在消防站附近，他步行到那里解释了情况)”可知，这位主任的父亲住在消防站附近，他步行到那里解释了情况。由此可知，这位主任的父亲在联系救援卡车的过程中起到了关键作用。故选D项。
27．词句猜测题。根据第四段中的“Around noon, a rescue truck arrived. By then, the water had reached to a formidable level that the vehicle couldn’t get close.(中午时分，一辆救援卡车到达。然而，洪水已经涨到了一个formidable程度，车辆无法靠近)”可知，划线单词后的同位语从句对level进行解释，洪水到了车辆无法靠近的程度，由此可知，洪水水位高得吓人，阻碍了车辆靠近，所以划线单词的意思与scary“可怕的”意义相近。故选A项。
28．推理判断题。结合全文内容，尤其是最后一段中“The couple, exhausted but relieved, appreciated the neighbors and firemen who had come to their aid. “It was absolutely incredible how many people responded and were out in the rain trying to help us,” Annie said. (这对夫妇虽然筋疲力尽，但感到如释重负，他们非常感激前来帮助他们的邻居和消防员。安妮说：“令人难以置信的是，有那么多人响应并冒着大雨来帮助我们。”)”可知，这对夫妇非常感激前来帮助他们的邻居和消防员。由此推知，作者写这篇文章的目的是赞美社区内的互助与爱心。故选C项。
29．C 30．A 31．A 32．B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了著名电影导演Alfred Hitchcock的生平、成就以及他的电影风格。
29．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“He once said that he was sent by his father to the local police station with a note asking the officer to lock him away for 10 minutes as punishment for behaving badly. He also remarked that his mother would force him to stand for several hours as punishment. This idea of being harshly treated or wrongfully accused would later be reflected in Hitchcock’s films.(他曾说，他的父亲曾让他带着一张纸条去当地警察局，纸条上请求警察将他关起来10分钟，以此作为他行为不端的惩罚。他还提到，他的母亲会强迫他罚站几个小时作为惩罚。这种遭受严厉对待或被冤枉的情节理念，后来在希区柯克的电影中得到了体现)”可知，这种童年被严厉对待或被冤枉的经历会在他的电影中有所体现。再根据第三段“In Hitchcock’s movies, viewers are made to identify with the camera which moves in a way meant to imitate a person’s gaze and which forces viewers to engage in a form of prying (窥探). He carefully designed shots to influence the feelings of the audience and maximize anxiety, fear, or empathy, and used innovative film editing to demonstrate the point of view of the characters. Many of Hitchcock’s films have twist endings and thrilling plots.(在希区柯克的电影中，观众会被引导与镜头产生共鸣，镜头的移动方式模仿了人的视线，并且迫使观众进行某种形式的窥探。他精心设计镜头，以影响观众的情绪，将焦虑、恐惧或共鸣感最大化，还运用了创新性的电影剪辑手法来展现角色的视角。希区柯克的许多电影都有着出人意料的结局和扣人心弦的情节)”可知，他的电影精心设计镜头来最大化观众的焦虑、恐惧或共鸣，且有惊悚的情节和意外的结局。由此推知，他童年的经历使得他的电影中会有令人恐惧的时刻。故选C。
30．推理判断题。根据文章第三段“In Hitchcock’s movies, viewers are made to identify with the camera which moves in a way meant to imitate a person’s gaze and which forces viewers to engage in a form of prying (窥探). He carefully designed shots to influence the feelings of the audience and maximize anxiety, fear, or empathy, and used innovative film editing to demonstrate the point of view of the characters. Many of Hitchcock’s films have twist endings and thrilling plots.(在希区柯克的电影中，观众会被引导与镜头产生共鸣，镜头的移动方式模仿了人的视线，并且迫使观众进行某种形式的窥探。他精心设计镜头，以影响观众的情绪，将焦虑、恐惧或共鸣感最大化，还运用了创新性的电影剪辑手法来展现角色的视角。希区柯克的许多电影都有着出人意料的结局和扣人心弦的情节。)”可推测，希区柯克的电影让观众认同模仿人凝视的镜头，迫使观众进行窥探，他精心设计镜头影响观众情绪，最大化观众的焦虑、恐惧或共鸣，还有出人意料的结局和扣人心弦的情节。这说明他的电影能够让观众沉浸在生动的场景中，感同身受。故选A。
31．推理判断题。根据文章“Alfred Hitchcock is easily one of the most influential film directors of all time. He was known throughout his life as a brilliant but bad-tempered man. He pioneered many techniques in the suspense (悬疑) and thriller genres (流派). He developed a style all of his own, which has defined entire genres of film and inspired other hugely successful films.(阿尔弗雷德 希区柯克无疑是有史以来最具影响力的电影导演之一。他一生都以才华横溢却脾气暴躁而闻名。他在悬疑和惊悚片类型中开创了许多拍摄技巧。他形成了一种完全属于自己的风格，这种风格定义了整个电影类型，并且启发了其他许多极为成功的电影)”可推知，希区柯克在电影领域，非常专业。再根据第三段“He carefully designed shots to influence the feelings of the audience and maximize anxiety, fear, or empathy, and used innovative film editing to demonstrate the point of view of the characters.(他精心设计镜头，以影响观众的情绪，将焦虑、恐惧或共鸣感最大化，还运用了创新性的电影剪辑手法来展现角色的视角)”可知，他精心设计镜头，运用创新性的电影剪辑手法来展现角色视角。由此推知，他具有很强的创造力。故选A。
32．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Hitchcock compared himself as the operator of a switchback railway — an early form of rollercoaster — knowing how far to push his audience to thrill them but not going so far as to make it unpleasant. “I am, in some respects, the man who says, in constructing it, ‘how steep can we make the first dip (下落) ’, and ‘this will make them scream’,” he said. “If you make the dip too deep, the screams will continue as the whole car goes over the edge and destroys everyone. Therefore, you mustn’t go too far, because you do want them to get off the switchback railway giggling (咯咯地笑) with pleasure.”(希区柯克把自己比作一种早期过山车形式——之字形铁路的操控者，他知道将观众推向何种程度能让他们感到刺激，但又不会做得太过火而让他们感到不适。“在某些方面，我就是那个在建造它时会说‘我们能把第一个俯冲设计得有多陡呢？’以及‘这个会让他们尖叫’的人，”他说道。“如果你把俯冲设计得太深，当整个车厢越

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