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2026外研版高考英语突破练
Unit 2　Making a difference
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A(2025·河南南阳模拟)
Last summer,17-year-old Li Mei from Chengdu stepped off the plane in Paris,carrying her beloved erhu—a traditional Chinese two-stringed instrument that was passed down from her grandmother.As part of a youth cultural exchange program,she had dreamed of this moment for years,yet the weight of representing her heritage in a foreign land left her palms sweaty.Little did she know that this trip would spark an extraordinary musical creation.
During a workshop at a local art school,Li met Pierre,a French violinist who was fascinated by her instrument’s attractive sound.“It’s like the voice of ancient China,” he remarked with excitement,gently plucking(拨) the erhu’s strings.Inspired by each other’s music,they decided to mix the soulful melodies of the erhu with the dynamic range of the violin for a performance at the upcoming Bastille Day celebration.
As they practiced in a sunlit studio overlooking the Seine,Li taught Pierre how to imitate raindrops with quick bow movements on the erhu,while Pierre showed her how to weave Western harmonies into the Chinese folk tune Jasmine Flower.The integration created a charming soundscape that neither had imagined possible.On the performance night,their piece Silk Road Echoes received thunderous applause.The audience were amazed at how the erhu’s sad tones danced with the violin’s vigorous melodies.
What began as a summer experiment blossomed into lasting friendship and something far greater.Today,Li and Pierre co-teach virtual music classes,connecting students in Chengdu and Lyon through weekly “global jam sessions”.Their students cooperate on pieces that mix erhu with guitar or Peking Opera with jazz.Li often tells her pupils,“Music has no borders;it’s a language that turns differences into harmonies.” When traditions meet with open hearts,they don’t conflict,they compose something entirely new.
1.Why did Li Mei bring her erhu to Paris
A.To share Chinese music culture.
B.To give it to her friend as a present.
C.To display it at a local studio.
D.To teach students full-time.
2.What contributed to the lasting cooperation of Li Mei and Pierre
A.Their common and deep love for traditional Chinese music.
B.Their successful performance and inspiration from each other’s music.
C.The opportunity to participate in the Bastille Day celebration together.
D.The desire to teach music in a virtual way to students around the world.
3.Why was Silk Road Echoes well received by the audience
A.It reflected the beauty of nature wonderfully.
B.It featured traditional Chinese folk performance.
C.It was a musical handshake between civilizations.
D.It was an excellent musical instrument exhibition.
4.What does the story mainly convey
A.Music is the source of lasting friendship.
B.Mastering an instrument requires practice.
C.Traditional music resists modern influences.
D.Cooperation across cultures generates innovation.
【语境猜词】
①spark(熟义:n.火花)
生义(文义):v.　　　_______________________
②sunlit 　　　　　　_______________________
③integration _______________________
④thunderous _______________________
⑤compose(熟义:v.组成)
生义(文义):v. _______________________
B(2025·湖北武汉二模)
With a symbolic toast posture and a graceful bow,Song Haoming and Fu Junxi,both born in the 2010s from China,11-year-old and 12-year-old respectively,launched into a fluid yet powerful performance.Blending the agility of Drunken Fist and the movements of Tai Chi,the young duo(搭档) has fused traditional kung fu with Hip-Hop dancing moves,making history by reaching the top four at the Juste Debout 2025 global finals,the best result ever for a Chinese team.
Juste Debout,known as “the world’s biggest street-dance competition”,attracts top-tier dancers from around the world.Despite facing elite competition,Song and Fu advanced to the quarter finals in the Hip-Hop category of the competition.The official account of Juste Debout praised the duo:“Song Haoming and Fu Junxi from China fought like warriors on the Juste Debout stage — fearless,relentless,and unstoppable.From the first round to the top 4,they gave everything.Pure heart.Pure fire.This wasn’t just a dance show — it was a statement.” Fu’s mother,Jia,told The Global Times the international response “exceeded her expectations”.
When asked why the pair chose to incorporate Chinese elements into their routine,Fu explained,“This was our own idea.” According to Fu,he is a fan of wuxia culture while Song comes from a martial arts family.“When Song suggested adding Chinese elements such as Drunken Fist,Tai Chi,and Wing Chun into our performance,I immediately agreed.Street dance comes from the West,but we are Chinese.We want to bring our culture into it and show the world Chinese culture’s strength,” Fu told The Global Times.For both of them,the future is still full of possibilities.In addition to kung fu and street dance,many more opportunities await.
Looking ahead,Song,the Chinese dancer,longs to incorporate more ethnic influences into his performance.Fu wants to explore more new creative fusions,such as incorporating lion dancing and other traditional Chinese arts into his performances to help spread Chinese culture.“There’s so much more to explore,and we’re just getting started.”
5.Why did Song and Fu add Chinese elements to their performance
A.They want to win the competition at all costs.
B.Their roots of being born in China make them do so.
C.Both of them have a strong connection with martial arts.
D.They simply want to boast about their knowledge of Chinese culture.
6.What can be inferred about street-dance competitions in the future
A.It will decline with the promotion of traditional arts.
B.It will be dominated by Chinese dancers because of their unique styles.
C.It will see more cultural fusions influenced by performers like Song and Fu.
D.It will lose its original charm as new elements are constantly incorporated.
7.What kind of personalities do Song and Fu probably have according to the article
A.Conservative and cautious.
B.Aggressive and impulsive.
C.Indifferent and self-centered.
D.Creative and culturally-conscious.
8.What is the main purpose of the article
A.To narrate their cultural-dance blend and prospect for it.
B.To praise the outstanding dancing skills of Song and Fu.
C.To highlight the importance of spreading Chinese kung fu.
D.To introduce the rules and significance of the competition.
【语境猜词】
①symbolic 　　　_______________________
②launch(熟义:v.& n.发射)
生义(文义):v. _______________________
③unstoppable _______________________
④incorporate _______________________
⑤fusion _______________________
Ⅱ.完形填空
(2025·广东惠州模拟)
Pourazar’s lifelong enthusiasm for Peking Opera began by chance.In 1993,the then 32-year-old computer cartoonist attended a 　9　 at London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall and was 　10　 attracted.He went backstage after the show and made friends with the performers.“We didn’t speak each other’s language,but they could see my 　11　,” he said.
With the help of the head of the troupe(剧团),Pourazar 　12　 at an opera school in Beijing.Just three months after his first 　13　 to Peking Opera,he left his life in Britain behind and moved to Beijing to 　14　 in martial art roles.“Though there were some extremely painful days,I 　15　 every moment,” he said.Initially,he 　16　 playing the roles of soldiers and generals like Wu Song and Lin Chong,before eventually shifting to the iconic role of the Monkey King.
Pourazar has spent the past three decades 　17　 Peking Opera,establishing himself as one of the few 　18　 foreign performers to be good at the traditional art,earning himself 　19　 for his portrayal(扮演) of the superhero from the classic novel Journey to the West.
Currently,Pourazar 　20　 between China and the United States as a cultural ambassador(大使),　21　 Peking Opera to American audiences,and his unique 　22　 of the art to Chinese audiences.“I want to be a 　23　 between cultures,” he said,reflecting on his multicultural background.
9.A.performance　　　　　B.meeting
C.lecture D.wedding
10.A.regularly B.normally
C.instantly D.recently
11.A.passion B.generosity
C.influence D.advantage
12.A.played B.lectured
C.taught D.registered
13.A.addiction B.exposure
C.contribution D.commitment
14.A.reflect B.admire
C.train D.improve
15.A.recalled B.accepted
C.selected D.enjoyed
16.A.adapted to B.focused on
C.turned to D.paid for
17.A.developing B.mastering
C.perfecting D.understanding
18.A.contemporary B.proud
C.outstanding D.humble
19.A.patent B.tax
C.fame D.label
20.A.travels B.balances
C.struggles D.distinguishes
21.A.introducing B.comparing
C.sending D.devoting
22.A.respect B.opinion
C.conservation D.success
23.A.reminder B.carrier
C.bridge D.hero
【语境猜词】
①cartoonist 　　 _______________________
②backstage _______________________
③multicultural _______________________
Ⅲ.语法填空
(2025·河南豫北名校模拟)
Dunhuang in Gansu Province,which was a key crossroad on the ancient Silk Road,is now best known for the Mogao Caves,a UNESCO World Heritage Site 24.　　　　　　 houses amazing murals(壁画) and statues.Dunhuang art is attracting New Zealanders with a showcase of murals,related books and other publications.
The opening ceremony(开幕式) of the “Soaring Through the Sky” Dunhuang art exhibition was held on February 20 in Auckland,which is 25.　　　　　　 largest city in New Zealand.Over 100 people,including Chinese Consul General in Auckland Chen Shijie,China-New Zealand friendship advocates,art lovers and media representatives,attended the ceremony,where there 26.　　　　　　(be) some engaging dance and folk music performances presented by local art groups.
In his speech,Chen says hosting the exhibition in New Zealand is 27.　　　　　　(significance) since the development of Dunhuang should 28.　　　　　　(combine) with trade and cultural exchange and the secret of New Zealand’s amazing 29.　　　　　　　(succeed) also lies in active trade and multiculturalism.Chen hopes the exhibition will stimulate more New Zealanders 30.　　　　　　　　　(experience) more Chinese culture and devote themselves to 31.　　　　　　(enhance) cultural exchanges between both sides.
New Zealand guests spoke highly of the artistic and historical value of Dunhuang culture and highlighted the important and positive role of Chinese culture 32. the development and progress of the world,offering to promote exchanges and cooperation between two countries in various 33.　　　　　　(field).
【语境猜词】
①crossroad 　　　　_______________________
②house(熟义:n.房子)
生义(文义):v. _______________________
③showcase _______________________
④significance _______________________
参考答案
Ⅰ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了中国女孩李梅与法国小提琴家皮埃尔因音乐结缘,共同创作融合东西方音乐元素的作品,并合作进行虚拟音乐教学,展现了跨文化合作带来的创新。
1.A　细节理解题。根据第一段中的“As part of a youth cultural exchange program,she had dreamed of this moment for years,yet the weight of representing her heritage in a foreign land left her palms sweaty.”可知,李梅带着她的二胡来巴黎是为了分享中国音乐文化,故选A项。
2.B　细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Inspired by each other’s music,they decided to mix the soulful melodies of the erhu with the dynamic range of the violin for a performance at the upcoming Bastille Day celebration.”以及第三段中的“On the performance night,their piece Silk Road Echoes received thunderous applause.”可知,他们成功的表演以及从彼此的音乐中获得的灵感促成了李梅和皮埃尔的持久合作,故选B项。
3.C　推理判断题。根据第三段中的“The audience were amazed at how the erhu’s sad tones danced with the violin’s vigorous melodies.”可知,《丝绸之路回声》受到观众的热烈欢迎是因为它将二胡和小提琴的音乐元素融合在一起,实现了东西方音乐文化的交融,就像文明之间的音乐握手,故选C项。
4.D　主旨大意题。文章主要讲述了中国女孩李梅与法国小提琴家皮埃尔因音乐结缘,共同创作融合东西方音乐元素的作品,并合作进行虚拟音乐教学,展现了跨文化合作带来的创新。由此可知,这个故事主要传达了跨文化合作产生创新,故选D项。
【语境猜词】
①引发;激起　②阳光照耀的　③融合;结合　④雷鸣般的;响亮的　⑤创作
【语篇解读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了中国两位小舞者将中国元素融入街舞表演并取得佳绩的事迹,同时分享了他们对未来的展望。
5.C　细节理解题。根据第三段前三句,尤其是“According to Fu,he is a fan of wuxia culture while Song comes from a martial arts family.”可知,两人都与武术有紧密联系是他们在表演中融入中国元素的原因,故选C项。
6.C　推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Fu wants to explore more new creative fusions,such as incorporating lion dancing and other traditional Chinese arts into his performances to help spread Chinese culture.”可知,未来街舞比赛将会因为像宋和傅这样的表演者而见证更多的文化融合,故选C项。
7.D　推理判断题。根据第三段中的“We want to bring our culture into it and show the world Chinese culture’s strength”以及最后一段中的“Looking ahead,Song,the Chinese dancer,longs to incorporate more ethnic influences...to help spread Chinese culture.”可知,宋和傅可能具备有创造力和有文化意识的性格,故选D项。
8.A　写作意图题。文章主要围绕宋和傅在街舞表演中融入中国传统文化元素展开。他们将中国功夫如醉拳、太极等元素融入嘻哈舞蹈中,这体现了文化与舞蹈的融合。同时,文章还提及了他们对未来的展望,宋希望在表演中融入更多民族元素,傅想要探索更多像融入舞狮等传统艺术的新创意融合。所以选项A准确概括了文章的主要目的,即叙述他们的文化与舞蹈融合以及对其未来的展望。
【语境猜词】
①象征性的　②开始;发起　③不可阻挡的　④包含;吸收　⑤融合;结合
Ⅱ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Pourazar对京剧的热爱与追求及其对中美文化交流的贡献。
9.A　根据下文“after the show”可知,Pourazar观看的是一场演出(performance)。
10.C　根据下文“He went backstage after the show and made friends with the performers.”可知,Pourazar看完演出后就到后台和演员们交朋友,说明他立即(instantly)被演出吸引了。
11.A　根据上文 “Pourazar’s lifelong enthusiasm for Peking Opera began by chance.”可知,演员们能看出他的热情(passion)。
12.D　根据下文“at an opera school in Beijing”以及“he left his life in Britain behind and moved to Beijing”可知,Pourazar是去戏曲学校学习,所以是注册入学(registered)。故选D项。
13.B　根据上文语境以及下文“to Peking Opera”可知,Pourazar之前偶然看到京剧演出,然后就去学习了,所以这里是说第一次接触(exposure)京剧三个月后。
14.C　根据下文“in martial art roles”以及“Initially,he 　16　 playing the roles of soldiers and generals like Wu Song and Lin Chong,before eventually shifting to the iconic role of the Monkey King.”可知,Pourazar去戏曲学校是为了训练(train)成为武生。
15.D　根据上文“Though there were some extremely painful days”可知,这里表示转折,虽然日子痛苦但Pourazar享受(enjoyed)每一刻。
16.B　根据上文的“Initially”以及下文“before eventually shifting to the iconic role of the Monkey King”可知,最初Pourazar集中(focused on)扮演一些角色,后来转变了角色。
17.B　根据下文“establishing himself as one of the few 　18　 foreign performers to be good at the traditional art”可知,Pourazar一直在钻研京剧,精通(mastering)这门艺术。
18.C　根据下文“to be good at the traditional art”可知,Pourazar在京剧表演方面很出色,是杰出的(outstanding)外国表演者。
19.C　根据下文“for his portrayal of the superhero from the classic novel Journey to the West”可知,Pourazar因扮演美猴王赢得了声誉(fame)。
20.A　根据下文“between China and the United States as a cultural ambassador”可知,Pourazar作为文化大使在中国和美国之间穿梭往来(travels)。
21.A　根据下文“Peking Opera to American audiences”可知,Pourazar作为文化大使向美国观众介绍(introducing)京剧。
22.B　根据下文“of the art to Chinese audiences”可知,Pourazar作为文化大使向中国观众介绍他对这门艺术的独特见解(opinion)。
23.C　根据上文 “as a cultural ambassador”可知,Pourazar成为文化大使,所以是他想成为文化之间的桥梁(bridge)。
【语境猜词】
①漫画家　②在后台　③多元文化的
Ⅲ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章报道了敦煌艺术展在新西兰奥克兰开幕,旨在促进中新文化交流。
24.that/which　考查定语从句。空处引导限制性定语从句,先行词是a UNESCO World Heritage Site,指物,关系词在从句中作主语,故填that/which。
25.the　考查冠词。形容词最高级largest前需用定冠词the。
26.were　考查时态和主谓一致。主句描述的是过去发生的事情,所以从句应用一般过去时,且主语为复数,故填were。
27.significant　考查形容词。所填词作表语,所以用形容词形式,故填significant。
28.be combined　考查语态。结合语境可知,敦煌的发展与贸易和文化交流之间应是“被结合”,应用被动语态,且空前有情态动词should,故填be combined。
29.success　考查名词。根据空前的New Zealand’s amazing可知,空处需用名词形式,故填success。
30.to experience　考查非谓语动词。stimulate sb to do sth意为“刺激某人做某事”,故填to experience。
31.enhancing　考查非谓语动词。devote oneself to doing sth意为“致力于做某事”,故填enhancing。
32.in　考查介词。the role in sth意为“在……中的作用”,空处应用介词in。
33.fields　考查名词的数。field为可数名词,由various修饰,应用复数形式,故填fields。
【语境猜词】
①十字路口;交叉点　②收藏　③展示;陈列　④重要性;意义
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