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核心素养测评 Unit 3　Diverse Cultures
(30分钟　30分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共7小题;每小题2.5分,满分17.5分)
A
I love learning about customs and practices in other countries.For this post, I asked all of my friends in the Multicultural Kid Blogs group to give me their favorite birthday traditions!
CHINA
The most special of the birthday traditions in China is for babies.New parents give red eggs(an even number) to friends and family for good mon presents include food, silverware, and money wrapped in red paper.On birthdays, it is common to eat longevity noodles(长寿面) without breaking them for good luck to live a long life.
ISRAEL
Sometimes children in Israel wear a crown(王冠) made from leaves or flowers for their birthdays.The birthday child sits in a chair, and gets picked up and raised and lowered the chair one time for each year of age, plus one more for good luck.Guests at the birthday party sing and dance around the chair.At birthday parties, kids often play games, such as races with potatoes on spoons.
GHANA
In Ghana, one of the most common birthday traditions is that kids get to eat oto for breakfast: sweet potatoes mixed with onions, made into patties, and fried with hard boiled eggs.Later in the day, Ghanaians sometimes have a party for the child with stew, rice, and kelewele.At the party, girls often like to play a game called ampe.
MEXICO
Mexican families love parties, and celebrate birthdays grandely(盛大地).The 15th birthday, quincea era is the most important, formal, and well-prepared.Mexicans always sing Las Ma anitas to wake up the child on their birthdays.When the birthday girl or boy blows out their candles, guests call for them to take a bite of the cake(“mordida-mordida!”) and always push their face into the frosting.A Mexican birthday party always has a pi ata filled with little toys and candies.
【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个国家独特的生日传统习俗。
1.What do parents both in China and Ghana do for their kids’ birthdays
A.Offer them special food.
B.Give them money in red paper.
C.Play a unique game with them.
D.Make special clothing for them.
【解析】选A。细节理解题。根据CHINA中“On birthdays, it is common to eat longevity noodles without breaking them for good luck to live a long life.”和GHANA中“In Ghana, one of the most common birthday traditions is that kids get to eat oto for breakfast: sweet potatoes mixed with onions, made into patties, and fried with hard boiled eggs.”可知,中国和加纳的父母都会在孩子的生日时为他们提供特殊的食物。故选A项。
2.What do kids in Mexico get for their birthdays
A.A blessing song.　　 B.A beautiful crown.
C.Red eggs. D.A wonderful breakfast.
【解析】选A。细节理解题。根据MEXICO中“Mexicans always sing Las Ma anitas to wake up the child on their birthdays”可知,墨西哥的孩子们过生日时会收到一首祝福歌。故选A项。
3.Where is the text probably taken from
A.A noticeboard. B.A travel guidebook.
C.A website. D.A geography magazine.
【解析】选C。推理判断题。根据第一段中“For this post, I asked all of my friends in the Multicultural Kid Blogs group to give me their favorite birthday traditions!”可知,作者的这篇文章是一个分享多个文化中生日传统的帖子。由此推知,文章应该来自网站。故选C项。
B
Dr.Marie-Luce Chevalier, a Belgian/French geologist(地质学家), has been working as a search professor at the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences in Beijing since 2010.
For the past few years, she has been studying active faults(断层) in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and how they move.In 2021,Chevalier was presented with the Chinese Government Friendship Award in appreciation of her contributions to the development of China’s disaster assessment system of earthquakes and the promotion of cooperation and exchanges between China and other countries.
Chevalier’s choice of China as a research destination was not made by chance.Her research has primarily focused on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.She had also collaborated(合作)with Chinese scientists from the beginning of her master’s program.“When they asked if I wanted to join their team after my post-doctorate, I gladly accepted and have no regrets.My years in China have provided me with a constant source of fresh personal and professional experiences,” she said, adding that her mother’s interest in Chinese culture contributed to her decision to work in the country.Chevalier will continue to research active faults in and around Xizang actively and contribute to our understanding of how past climate developed to work towards predicting future climate change, another topic near and dear to her heart.She will accomplish this by conducting field research,sharing her findings with scientific community, teaching students who will become tomorrow’s scientists, and raising awareness among local populations about the risks they may face in their lifetime.
Chevalier’s mother went to Xizang once, realising her lifelong dreams.Chevalier keeps raising her daughter in this safe and highly international environment, Beijing.When people ask her daughter where she is from at four years old, she proudly answers, “China!” Chevalier wants to learn more about the Chinese language and culture, continues to enjoy the happiness of the Chinese people, and looks forward to seeing what China achieves next!
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 人物报道
主题 语境 人与社会(跨文化沟通、包容与合作)
语篇 内容 主要介绍了地质学家马晓丽(Marie-Luce Chevalier)在中国的工作与生活经历,特别是她在地震研究领域的贡献及其对中国文化的认同
语篇 结构 Para.1 A brief introduction to Dr.Marie-Luce Chevalier
Para.2 In 2021,Chevalier was presented with the Chinese Government Friendship Award in appreciation of her contributions to the development of China’s disaster assessment system of earthquakes and the promotion of cooperation and exchanges between China and other countries.
Para.3 The reasons for Chevalier’s choice of China as a research destination.
Para.4 Chevalier wants to learn more about the Chinese language and culture, continues to enjoy the happiness of the Chinese people, and looks forward to seeing what China achieves next!
【命题意图】
4.What achievement did Chevalier get 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,找出主人公的贡献。本题旨在考查考生对第二段中具体信息的理解的能力
5.What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about 本题是段落主旨要义题,要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,归纳总结出第三段的大意。旨在考查考生基于对文章的理解,提炼、归纳文章或段落中心意思的能力
6.Which of the following best describes Chevalier 本题旨在考查考生根据原文中主人公的行为、成就、贡献等,概括一个人的特征、品质等的能力
7.Why does Chevalier mention her daughter in the text 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断Chevalier 在文章中提到女儿的意图。本题考查考生对于文章写作技巧以及内容之间逻辑关系的推理能力
4.What achievement did Chevalier get
A.She established the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences.
B.She launched the research on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.
C.She won the Chinese Government Friendship Award.
D.She developed earthquake prediction system for China.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据原文,马晓丽在2021年获得了中国政府友谊奖,以表彰她对中国地震灾害评估系统的发展和促进中外合作交流的贡献。故选C项。
5.What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A.When Chevalier began her master’s program.
B.What Chevalier experienced in China.
C.How Chinese culture has affected Chevalier.
D.Why Chevalier bases her research in China.
【解析】选D。段落大意题。第三段主要解释了马晓丽为何选择在中国进行研究,提到她与中国科学家的合作以及她母亲对中国文化的兴趣影响了她的决定。故选D项。
6.Which of the following best describes Chevalier
A.Professional and committed.
B.Sympathetic and open-minded.
C.Humble and reserved.
D.Innovative and self-disciplined.
【解析】选A。推理判断题。马晓丽在中国进行了多年的研究,且没有遗憾,这表明她对工作充满热情和投入,因此A选项“专业且敬业”是最合适的形容。故选A项。
7.Why does Chevalier mention her daughter in the text
A.To highlight China’s secure environment.
B.To prove her close family connections.
C.To emphasize her bond with China.
D.To advocate Chinese learning.
【解析】选C。推理判断题。文中提到马晓丽的女儿自豪地称自己来自中国,这表明马晓丽与中国的紧密联系。故选C项。
Ⅱ.七选五(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
(2026·湖南模拟)
Spanish Weddings
Weddings in Spain hold great significance and are truly special occasions.It’s very common to see that not only the whole family but also the whole village comes together to celebrate.　8　 While there are some customs that might seem familiar to us, like the practice of throwing rice, there are many others that are quite unique and less well-known.
　9　 In traditional Spanish weddings, the groom would present the bride with 13 coins.This was a symbol of his willingness to support her financially.However, as time has passed, things have changed.Nowadays, brides and grooms exchange these coins, showing their intention to share their wealth equally in the future.
Traditionally, Spanish weddings were quite different from many others.They didn’t have bridesmaids or groomsmen.When the wedding ceremony took place, at the altar, it was just the bride and the groom.　10　 At the wedding reception, the main table was arranged for six people: the bride, the groom, and their parents.It was a special space for the most important family members.　11　 Bridesmaids have gradually become a part of Spanish weddings.
During the lively wedding reception, the bride and the groom go around to each table, carrying a basket filled with small tokens of appreciation.The male guests are usually offered a cigar or a small bottle of wine, while the female guests receive a delicate little gift.This is also the time when guests often give their wedding gifts in the form that is most preferred—money in envelopes.　12　
A.Coins are closely related to most Spanish weddings.
B.Thus, you’ll notice that traditional weddings are crowded with people.
C.Invitations are usually sent out one or two weeks before the wedding ceremony.
D.And this situation allowed them to enjoy the happy moment more privately.
E.Some couples also send out the number of a bank account along with the invitation.
F.Those who occupy the main table will be regarded as rude guests in the wedding ceremony.
G.However, due to Hollywood’s influence, weddings have experienced some changes nowadays.
答案:8~12.BADGE
- 8 -核心素养测评 Unit 4　Space Exploration
(30分钟　32.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2.5分,满分20分)
A
Total solar eclipses(日食) have scared people since time out of mind.The first record of one, preserved on a clay tablet found in Ugarit, once a trade city but destroyed later in Syria, is believed from its age and location to describe either an eclipse that happened in 1375 BC or one in 1223 BC. Legendary explanations for eclipses include the Sun being eaten by dogs, frogs or dragons.The reality is not romantic.Why are total ones, like the one coming on April 8, so rare
Solar eclipses are a special case of phenomena called transits and occultations, in which an intervening(介于中间的) heavenly body stops light from a star reaching an observer.If the blocking body appears smaller in the sky than the star, the result is called a transit and looks like a dark spot crossing the star’s surface.If the blocking object appears larger than the star, the star disappears completely—an occultation.A total eclipse is an occultation.
Solar eclipses may be either of these things, since the apparent sizes in the sky of the Sun and the Moon, viewed from Earth, are almost identical.If the Moon orbited Earth in the same plane as Earth orbits the Sun, eclipses would happen every month, but would be total only in the tropics(热带地区).In reality, the average interval between total eclipses is 18 months, and they may be seen from time to time all over the world.The path of totality across Earth’s surface is narrow and the period short(a maximum of just over seven and a half minutes).Outside these boundaries, the Sun will appear partially eclipsed, looking like a pie that something has taken a bite from.
The Great North American Eclipse, as it has been called, will be a sight to be held on April 8.But it should also be cherished, because total eclipses of the Sun will not happen for ever.Tidal friction(潮汐摩擦) causes the Moon to move away from Earth at 3.8 cm a year, making it appear smaller and smaller in the sky.In 600 million years or so the last, short totality will occur.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文
主题 语境 人与自然(地球与宇宙奥秘探索)
语篇 内容 主要介绍了日全食罕见的原因
语篇 结构 Para.1 Why are total ones, like the one coming on April 8, so rare
Para.2 Solar eclipses are a special case of phenomena called transits and occultations, in which an intervening heavenly body stops light from a star reaching an observer.
Para.3 Solar eclipses may be either of these things.
Para.4 The Great North American Eclipse, as it has been called, will be a sight to be held on April 8.But it should also be cherished.
【命题意图】
1.What does the clay tablet of Ugarit represent 本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容(第一段)进行推理和判断的能力
2.How does the author develop Paragraph 2 本题要求考生能够读懂第二段阐释的两种自然现象,并注意到文章中对这两种现象给出的定义。本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容对文章段落大意的归纳和总结的能力
3.What can we learn about total solar eclipses from Paragraph 3 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,对第三段进行推理和判断。考查考生根据文章表层信息推断信息真实意义的能力
4.What makes total solar eclipses so rare 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,能够推断出使日全食很难见到的真实原因。考查考生根据所读内容进行推理和判断的能力
1.What does the clay tablet of Ugarit represent
A.Some figures of ancient animals.
B.The Sun being eaten by some animals.
C.Ancient people who were hunting for animals.
D.The earliest total solar eclipse recorded.2.How does the author develop Paragraph 2
A.By listing statistics.
B.By giving definitions.
C.By giving examples.
D.By analyzing cause and effect.3.What can we learn about total solar eclipses from Paragraph 3
A.Their duration is relatively longer.
B.They take place every month actually.
C.They are visible only from a narrow path.
D.They look like a bite taken out of the Sun.4.What makes total solar eclipses so rare
A.The moving-away Moon.
B.The stronger tide on Earth.
C.The smaller attraction of the Moon for Earth.
D.The changing distance between the Sun and Earth.B
(2026·广州模拟)
　　If you ever wondered what your child’s drawings might reveal, keep on reading.
Imagine how you would feel when looking at Earth from outer space.That feeling of awe is what we call the Overview Effect, a feeling most astronauts report when they return to Earth, described as a transformative experience that changes their view of our planet and humanity—an experience that builds a sense of unity, interconnectedness, and responsibility for Earth’s well-being.Recently, 40,000 children experienced a virtual reality(VR) space journey, making them a unique group to have the chance to experience this awesome feeling without leaving Earth.
To find out whether they had experienced the Overview Effect, we asked 100 children from this special group to draw self-images before and after the VR journey.In previous studies on adults, we found that after viewing a video to bring about the Overview Effect, participants tended to draw a smaller self.Apparently, going through the experience of awe and wonder makes one feel smaller, with a smaller drawing as the result.However, when we applied this method to children, we encountered unexpected results.The size of their drawings remained unchanged after the VR experience.This discrepancy led us to question:Were drawings by children simply not a good way to measure the Overview Effect Did what worked for adults simply not work for children
Upon closer analysis, we discovered that the key to measuring transformative experiences in children lies not in the size of their drawings but in the richness of their content.Before the VR journey, the children’s drawings were simple, often showing familiar elements from their daily lives.After the journey, their drawings became far more insightful, filled with vivid descriptions indicative of what they had learned during the VR journey—for example, the Earth’s ecology.This discovery gave us a new way to understand children’s responses to transformative experiences.
I’m not proposing that we replace tests in schools with children’s drawings.But when it comes to transformative experiences, I’d recommend paying more attention to what children actually draw.
【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了从太空看地球会产生概览效应,即太空之旅会帮助人们对世界有更深入的了解,经历过虚拟太空之旅的儿童绘画内容更加丰富且更具洞察力,这给人们提供了一种了解儿童对变革性体验的反应的新方法。
5.How can we describe the Overview Effect
A.It expresses man’s view of Earth and humanity.
B.It helps people get deeper insights into the world.
C.It brings about awesome feelings of the outer space.
D.It is a transformative experience unique to astronauts.6.What does the underlined word “discrepancy” mean in Paragraph 3
A.Problem.　　　 B.Progress.
C.Doubt. D.Difference.7.How did the children’s drawings change after the VR journey
A.The self-images became larger.
B.They described more details.
C.There were more familiar elements.
D.They expressed richer emotions.8.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A.To suggest a way of measuring children’s learning.
B.To compare adults’ and children’s Overview Effect.
C.To analyze the role of VR technology in children’s education.
D.To describe the psychological experience of space travel.Ⅱ.七选五(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
Things To Remember On Your First Solo Travel Adventure
If you’ve ever thought about just taking a trip yourself instead of waiting for someone to join you, you’re not alone.　9　However, do you count yourself among the many who have tried it If you’re planning your own solo trip, here are four important things to keep in mind.
　10　Since you’re traveling solo, how you choose to explore it is entirely up to you.This is your chance to do whatever you want whenever you want because this time, you’re running the show.
Don’t be afraid to talk to random people.Though there is someone who poses a threat, it’s important to remember that not everyone is out to get you.　11　That’s because you’re a novelty, a person from another country who is visiting theirs.Therefore, instead of putting on your headphones or instantly seeing them as weirdos, use this spontaneous chat as a chance to meet the locals or get recommendations for things to do during your trip.
It’s okay to have bad days.　12　It happens and it’s completely okay to take some time to process whatever it is you’re feeling.Take yourself to a movie or spend the day doing something relaxing like writing in your journal or reading on the beach.
It’s okay to start small.　13　Start by doing a staycation in another part of town, spending a few days in a new locale, a bus or train ride away.Just do whatever you’re comfortable with and see how it all feels for you.
A.You are the boss of your own adventure.
B.You need to make an unusual travel choice.
C.It’s no secret that solo travel is on the rise.
D.Sometimes things can go incredibly wrong.
E.People like you simply don’t know how to start.
F.Most of the time people are just curious and try to be friendly.
G.Remember, your first solo trip doesn’t have to be to a whole other continent.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文
主题 语境 人与自我(健康的生活方式、积极的生活态度)
语篇 内容 主要介绍了第一次独自旅行冒险时要记住的事情。
语篇 结构 Para.1 If you’re planning your own solo trip, here are four important things to keep in mind.
Para.2 You are the boss of your own adventure.
Para.3 Don’t be afraid to talk to random people.
Para.4 It’s okay to have bad days.
Para.5 It’s okay to start small.
- 11 -核心素养测评 Unit 2　Morals and Virtues
(30分钟　32.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2.5分,满分20分)
A
Caring Lauren Schroeder was inspired to help bring healthy food to needy families in her community.Volunteering at a food shelter when she was 14, and tasked with helping fill boxes for households in need with canned and packaged food, this Iowa teen felt that something was missing from the donated groceries: fresh vegetables.So she shared with her parents her desire to start a garden on their own farm to supply local families in need with fresh produce.
Coming from a farming family, Lauren had some familiarity with agriculture, and had helped raise rabbits and lambs, but had never tried vegetable cultivation at scale, though the Schroeders plant soybeans and corn each year on their 150-acre farm.
The work involved in realizing Lauren’s plan was not a walk in the park.Initially, while proud of her daughter’s vision, her mother, Katie Schroeder, admitted to some foreboding about the work involved: “I was wondering, ‘Oh my gosh, how much work is this going to be ’ I wasn’t sure whether this would work.” This was one young change-maker, however! Lauren researched plants online, checking which species needed more shade, how much water was required, and when to harvest each crop.During Iowa’s hot summers, she had to water her crops by hand for around 2—3 hours daily.She also checked daily for weeds, and bent down to pick her green bean crop.Thanks to her diligence, Lauren planted half an acre of land, with 15 varieties of vegetables in 2022, harvesting her first crops.
In an interview with a local media channel, Lauren says, “I wanted to have something that would impact people.I want to impact community members.Many people help you out, but it makes more difference when you help others out.That’s what makes me happiest.”
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 记叙文
主题 语境 人与社会(公益事业和志愿服务)
语篇 内容 主要讲述了劳伦·施罗德因在食物收容所做志愿者时发现那里缺乏新鲜蔬菜,决心在自家农场种植蔬菜,为需要的人提供新鲜食材,实现助人梦想
语篇 结构 Para.1 Lauren Schroeder was inspired to provide healthy food to needy families in her community.
Para.2 Lauren, from a farming family, had experience with agriculture but hadn’t tried large-scale vegetable cultivation.
Para.3 Realizing Lauren’s plan required considerable effort.
Para.4 Helping others brings more fulfillment than receiving help; this is what makes Lauren happiest.
【命题意图】
1.What inspired Lauren to start a garden on her family’s farm 此题设置是把信息定位到第一段,本段主要讲述了劳伦·施罗德决心在自家农场种植蔬菜的原因。本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,尤其是连词“So”强调的前后文之间的因果关系。本题旨在考查考生对具体信息的理解能力
2.Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “foreboding” in Paragraph 3 此题设置是把信息定位到第三段,本段主要讲述了劳伦的计划所涉及的工作。本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断出单词在语境中的具体意思,特别要注意劳伦的母亲说的话及其语气。旨在考查考生根据上下文、语境及生活常识理解单词词义的能力
3.How did Lauren research the plants for her garden 此题设置是把信息定位到第三段,本段主要讲述了劳伦的计划所涉及的工作。本题要求考生特别注意正确答案与原文信息的对应与替换。本题旨在考查考生对第三段中细节信息的理解能力
4.What is the central theme of the article 根据本文整体结构可知,本文主要讲述了劳伦·施罗德因在食物收容所做志愿者时发现那里缺乏新鲜蔬菜,决心在自家农场种植蔬菜,为需要的人提供新鲜食材,实现助人梦想。本题考查考生根据所读内容对文章主旨的归纳和总结的能力
1.What inspired Lauren to start a garden on her family’s farm
A.Her parents’ encouragement.
B.Her interest in farming and agriculture.
C.Her desire to become a professional gardener.
D.Her experience volunteering at a food shelter.2.Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “foreboding” in Paragraph 3
A.Satisfaction.　　 B.Concern.
C.Anger. D.Pride.3.How did Lauren research the plants for her garden
A.She consulted professional gardeners.
B.She studied books and manuals on gardening.
C.She conducted online research on plant species.
D.She attended agricultural courses and workshops.4.What is the central theme of the article
A.The Schroeders’ family farming traditions.
B.The importance of volunteering at a food shelter.
C.The challenges of starting a vegetable garden on a large scale.
D.Lauren Schroeder’s project to provide fresh vegetables to needy families.B
(2026·三明模拟)
　　In 1984, Carter became a member of Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization focusing on building affordable homes.
Founded in 1976, Habitat for Humanity had built 342 homes by 1980.After the Carters joined, that number climbed rapidly, reaching 10,000 by 1991.By 2023, the organization had built or repaired more than 45,000 homes.Now, it has branches in all 50 U.S.states and works in more than 70 countries.
Carter’s connection with Habitat for Humanity began with a visit to one of its work sites in New York City, where volunteers were repairing an old building.Struck by the challenging task, he joked that he would have to return to lend his carpentry(木工的) skills.Soon after, Carter organized a group of volunteers and returned to the site.He and his wife, Rosalynn, worked alongside other volunteers during the day and shared dormitories with them at night.
Over the course of more than 35 years, the Carters worked with over 104,000 volunteers in 14 countries to build and repair nearly 4,400 homes.They also raised funds for Habitat for Humanity, connected its leaders with global officials, and helped promote its mission round the world.Known for his discipline, Carter was a demanding taskmaster.He expected volunteers to arrive on time to ensure focus on the task at hand.Typically on the Tuesday night of the workweek, Carter would visit each home construction site to see if the projects were on schedule.If they weren’t, he would call on additional volunteers to keep progress on track.
In 2019, at age 95, Carter took part in his final Habitat for Humanity project in Nashville.He had fallen at home the day before and showed up at the work site with a bandage on his forehead.Despite this, he still assembled(组装) and painted wooden pieces for multiple homes.For many Americans, Carter was the face of Habitat for Humanity, as he truly put his money where his mouth was.
【文章大意】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了卡特加入“仁人家园”组织后,推动其快速发展,多年参与房屋建造修复工作,展现出严格负责的态度,成为该组织的代言人。
5.What can we learn about Habitat for Humanity from the first two paragraphs
A.It aims to improve the standard of living.
B.It develops rapidly around the world.
C.It was founded by Carter in 1984.
D.It is intended to make a profit.6.What inspired Carter to join Habitat for Humanity
A.His desire to use his carpentry skills.
B.His interest in organizing groups.
C.His visit to a construction site.
D.His previous experience.7.Which of the following can best describe Carter
A.Energetic and adventurous.
B.Selfless and humorous.
C.Skillful and confident.
D.Strict and responsible.8.What’s a suitable title for the text
A.Carter: An experienced carpenter worker
B.Carter: The Face of Habitat for Humanity
C.Habitat for Humanity: A Global Movement
D.Habitat for Humanity: A Construction ProjectⅡ.七选五(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
Life is filled with numerous victories and downfalls; what matters is how you tackle each situation.Whether it is your schooling or a serious life struggle, you must learn to turn the page and change your life for the better.　9　
You might find yourself in a dead end.　10　 This will help you mark your future decisions.Every thing that you faced until now was just a part of the problem and everything that comes after the line will be part of the solution.Don’t take the whole thing as suffering; instead, it is a learning experience.Make sure that you won’t let anything hold you back and will try to be better each day.
When handling a tough situation, you may need some extra help.Connect with people that have gone through the same trials as you have.During the interactions, you will notice the different patterns which made them successful.　11　 Their experiences are beneficial to lifting your spirits and truly help you out.
Another amazing approach is to make sensible and favorable choices for yourself.Engaging in battles and struggles is going to be very hard.　12　 Picture your goals in your mind and make sensible steps towards them with each passing day.Remember to do what actually works and make sure that nothing stands in your way.
The past is a part of your history, but not a part of your destiny.Life moves on and so should we.　13　 The new chapter of your life is coming for you.
A.Now it’s your turn to think outside the box.
B.We must forgive ourselves to begin the next chapter.
C.Here’s how you can create a new chapter in your life.
D.What you can do in this situation is draw a mental line.
E.However, giving up and being stuck in pain will be even harder.
F.Let your tears and sweat water the seeds of your future happiness.
G.Besides, you will obtain the motivation you can’t find in yourself.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 议论文
主题 语境 人与自我(正确的生活态度)
语篇 内容 本文主要阐释了生活中充满胜利与挫折,胜败不是关键,关键在于我们如何面对胜败。对此,文章提出了几个建议,包括在困境中给自己划一条心理界限以区分问题与解决方案、向经历过相似挑战的人寻求帮助以获取成功模式和动力、为自己做出明智和有利的选择并坚定地向目标迈进,以及放下过去、展望未来以迎接人生的新篇章。
语篇 结构 Para.1 Here’s how you can create a new chapter in your life.
Para.2 What you can do in this situation is draw a mental line.
Para.3 When handling a tough situation, you may need some extra help.
Para.4 Another amazing approach is to make sensible and favorable choices for yourself.
Para.5 Let your tears and sweat water the seeds of your future happiness.
- 11 -核心素养测评 Unit 5　The Value of Money
(45分钟　50分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2.5分,满分20分)
A
In a gray box, I have a thick pile of love letters.I imagine about sharing them with a granddaughter when I’m 90.But my most treasured love letter is from one of my best friends.It’s a handwritten letter years ago when I was having trouble getting over a man.Her letter is the most romantic in my pile.It made no excuses.It simply let me know that I was loved.
Reflecting on her gift, and the dying art of handwritten letters in our age of emails and emoticons, I chose to conduct an experiment this Christmas: replacing presents with heartfelt, handwritten love letters for my family members.
In our digital era, most of us rarely take the time to share deeply considered thoughts and emotions with the people in our lives.Handwriting captures the writer’s emotions, often preserved longer than digital exchanges.However, technology is taking over.First came typewriters and keyboards.Now a new brain-computer lets people type with their minds.What are we losing when we sacrifice the physical labor behind the written word We tend to value what we struggle for.Have we undervalued the human exchange of ideas
That day, I came across a letter my mom wrote to her parents when she was young.She seemed so comfortable with her parents.It was a relationship I didn’t have with her.I was inspired by my mother’s letter to her parents when I sat down to write my letter to her.I wanted her to know my love, and to close the crack that technology and culture had created between us.With each sentence, I was discovering new and deeper ways of seeing my mother, and making myself known to her in more thoughtful ways as well.
Eight single-space pages later, my hand was aching but I was done.It was only the first of my love letters, but it was already clear: What had begun as a fun project was in fact one of the most important undertakings of my life.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 记叙文
主题 语境 人与社会(社会进步与人类文明)
语篇 内容 主要通过回忆手写情书的价值,探讨了在数字化时代,手写信件这一传统交流形式所承载的情感深度与独特魅力。作者决定以手写信替代圣诞礼物,借此深化与家人的感情联系,体验到了文字背后的艰辛付出对于情感交流的重要意义
语篇 结构 Para.1 My most treasured love letter is from one of my best friends.It simply let me know that I was loved.
Para.2 I chose to conduct an experiment this Christmas: replacing presents with heartfelt, handwritten love letters for my family members.
Para.3 Handwriting captures the writer’s emotions, often preserved longer than digital exchanges.However, technology is taking over.First came typewriters and keyboards.
Para.4 I wanted her to know my love, and to close the crack that technology and culture had created between us.
Para.5 It was only the first of my love letters, but it was already clear: What had begun as a fun project was in fact one of the most important undertakings of my life.
【命题意图】
1.Why does the author mention her love letters in Paragraph 1 此题设置是把信息定位到第一段,本段主要讲述了作者最珍贵的情书来自她最好的朋友之一。本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容(第一段)及对文章信息的理解,推断出文中信息在语段中的功能和作用
2.How will technology probably affect us in the digital age 此题设置是把信息定位到第三段,本段主要讲述了技术正在取代手写文字,首先出现的是打字机和键盘。本题旨在考查考生基于文章的信息及所读内容,分析和推断文中信息所表达的情感及对于文章信息的推理判断能力
3.Why did the author handwrite a letter to her mother 此题设置是把信息定位到第四段,本段主要讲述了作者给母亲手写书信,想让她知道“我”的爱,并弥补科技和文化在她们之间造成的裂痕。本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断作者给母亲手写书信的原因。本题考查考生是否理解了本文的意图
4.What did the author learn from her experiment 此题设置需要考生通读全文,根据对文章信息的理解和分析,推断作者从自己的经历中学到的东西。本题考查考生是否读懂了文章所传递的观念,以及根据所读内容(全文)进行推理和判断的能力
1.Why does the author mention her love letters in Paragraph 1
A.To show her grand charm as a young girl.
B.To share them with one of her granddaughters.
C.To highlight the value of handwritten letters.
D.To look back upon her romantic relationship.2.How will technology probably affect us in the digital age
A.Making our interaction less emotional.
B.Encouraging our thoughtful communication.
C.Saving our physical labor in conveying emotions.
D.Increasing our effort in handwritten exchanges.3.Why did the author handwrite a letter to her mother
A.To give her mother a big surprise.
B.To answer her mother’s handwritten letter.
C.To bridge a communication gap.
D To make her mother feel more comfortable.4.What did the author learn from her experiment
A.The irreplaceable bond of family members.
B.The tendency of information technology.
C.The expression of emotions in the digital age.
D.The power of handwritten correspondence.B
For some of us, going to the dentist for routine check-ups is a thing of the ordinary.But for many people around the world, especially those in impoverished(贫困的) areas, having dental improvement and their teeth checked simply isn’t possible.A Brazilian dentist Felipe Rossi has devoted himself to helping changing that situation.
Growing up in the USA, Felipe Rossi had just obtained the Bachelor of Medicine Degree and was about to start a master’s degree in Pediatric Dentistry(儿童口腔学) when a journey to his father’s home—Balsabo in Brazil—converted his initial plan.“All locals didn’t have access to dental care, and consequently, many of them suffered deformed teeth or even loss of teeth, leading to many people not daring to laugh with their mouths open,” Felipe Rossi recalled.“A desire was planted in my heart.That is, to use my skills to bring healthy smiles to people suffering from dental problems.”
With the support of his parents, Felipe formed an NGO(non-government organization) called Por1Sorriso to give free oral treatments to individuals with low incomes who require cleaning, fillings, crowns, restoration work and more.His team is composed of approximately 30 registered volunteers who go with him to poor towns and villages in Brazil.
Sponsorship is generally provided by two private companies.Individuals may also make donations through the “Smile Solidarity” program, where they can choose monthly amounts to contribute.Porsorriso also holds regular fundraisers to afford the cost of providing free dental services around the country.
As noble as its objective is, Felipe admits that Por1Sorriso is “struggling to survive” because of the huge cost of providing dental work and the constant fundraising events they have to hold to keep the NGO in normal functioning.“Challenging as it is, it did bring healthy teeth as well as renewed confidence to the locals.We will continue this transformative act whatever difficulties we will face,”Felipe said with a strong will.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 记叙文
主题 语境 人与社会(公益事业和志愿服务)
语篇 内容 文章讲述了巴西牙医Felipe Rossi创建了非政府组织Porsorriso,致力于为贫困地区的低收入人群提供免费的口腔治疗服务。尽管面临资金和运营挑战,Rossi及其团队仍坚持帮助需要的人,传递健康微笑,增强当地民众的自信
语篇 结构 Para.1 A Brazilian dentist Felipe Rossi has devoted himself to helping changing that situation.
Para.2 A journey to his father’s home — Balsabo in Brazil — converted his initial plan.
Para.3 With the support of his parents, Felipe formed an NGO (non-government organization) called Porsorriso to give free oral treatments to individuals with low incomes.
Para.4 Sponsorship is generally provided by two private companies.
Para.5 As noble as its objective is, Felipe admits that Porsorriso is “struggling to survive”.We will continue this transformative act whatever difficulties we will face”.Felipe said with a strong will.
5.How does the author introduce the topic of the text
A.By posing a contrast.
B.By reporting an event.
C.By assuming a situation.
D.By making an appeal.6.What motivated Felipe to offer dental treatments to Brazilians
A.The support from his parents.
B.The passion for dental health.
C.The encounter with locals lacking dental care.
D.The professional skills and knowledge from college.7.Which of the following can best describe Felipe Rossi
A.Hopeful and diligent.
B.Faithful and ambitious.
C.Intelligent and creative.
D.Charitable and dedicated.8.What do we know about Por1Sorriso
A.It gives free oral treatments to anyone in need.
B.It is cooperated by Felipe Rossi and the local authority.
C.It is financially supported by corporations and individuals.
D.It holds regular fundraisers to educate people about dental care.Ⅱ.完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
(2026·内蒙古模拟)
　　I am extremely proud of my 9-year-old daughter, Kathy.She wanted a mountain bike but insisted on 　9　 the money herself.She saved her pocket money all year and did 　10　 small jobs like walking dogs, delivering newspapers, and 　11　 cars for neighbors.By Thanksgiving, she had saved $49, but it wasn’t enough.I suggested she 　12　 one of my old bikes from the garage, but she found them too old.
As Christmas 　13　, we went bike shopping.Kathy noticed a volunteer 　14　 money for poor children and wanted to help.　15　, I didn’t have any spare change, so we left feeling a bit 　16　.Kathy continued working hard in December.One day she surprised me by deciding to 　17　 her $58 savings to poor children instead of buying a bike.
On a cold morning before Christmas, Kathy and I went to the 　18　.She handed over her total savings.Her broad smile and act of kindness deeply touched me.Inspired, I decided to donate two of my 　19　 to a car dealer collecting used bikes for poor children.
When we delivered the bikes, the dealer gave us raffle tickets(抽奖券) as a thank you.To our 　20　, one of our tickets won a new girl’s mountain bike.Kathy was overjoyed.It was a(n) 　21　 but perfect reward for her kindness and taught us both a valuable lesson about generosity.This became the best Christmas 　22　, not just for Kathy, but for our whole family, reminding us of the joy that comes from 　23　.
【文章大意】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者9岁的女儿凯西为买山地车自己挣钱,后将积攒的钱捐给贫困儿童,作者受启发捐旧自行车,却意外抽中新车,这成了全家最好的圣诞礼物,彰显了给予的快乐。
9.A.earning　 B.spending C.borrowing D.losing
10.A.single B.dangerous C.various D.previous
11.A.selling B.washing C.parking D.watching
12.A.create B.paint C.fix D.pick
13.A.left B.arrived C.approached D.disappeared
14.A.promoting B.raising
C.protesting D.processing15.A.Unfortunately B.Illegally
C.Confidently D.Eagerly16.A.excited B.worried C.pleased D.sad
17.A.award B.donate C.show D.lend
18.A.volunteer B.band C.performer D.master
19.A.book shelves B.water bottles
C.stepping stones D.old bikes20.A.disappointment B.anger
C.amazement D.embarrassment21.A.dishonest B.unexpected
C.irresponsible D.uncomfortable22.A.gift B.stage
C.figure D.saving23.A.forgetting B.finishing
C.marching D.givingⅢ.语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
Daniel Craig may command eight-figure Hollywood paychecks, 24._______ the actor isn’t planning on sharing much of it with his children.
In the most recent issue of Candis Magazine, Craig detailed 25._______(he) philosophy on inheritance(遗产),26._______(say) he doesn’t plan to have much money left to give to his children by the time he 27._______(die).
“Isn’t there an old saying that if you die a rich person, you’ve failed ” Craig said in the interview, according to the Times of London.“I think Andrew Carnegie gave away what in today’s money would be about $11 billion, 28._______ shows how rich he was because I’ll bet he kept some of it, too.”
“My philosophy is 29._______(get) rid of it or to give it away before you go,” Craig said.
The Hollywood star is far from the first person to 30._______(public) declare that their children would not be receiving a significant part of their wealth.Investor Warren Buffett—whose fortune sits at more than $100 billion—recently repeated his long-held belief 31._______ his great wealth would be better spent going toward charity 32._______(cause) than into his kids’ investment.
“After much observation of super-wealthy families, here’s my 33._______(recommend): Leave the children enough so that they can do anything, but not enough that they can do nothing,” he said in a note to shareholders.
【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文。Daniel Craig是著名的好莱坞影星,他最近对外公布:他离世后不打算留给子女太多财产。
- 16 -核心素养测评 Unit 4　Space Exploration
(30分钟　32.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2.5分,满分20分)
A
Total solar eclipses(日食) have scared people since time out of mind.The first record of one, preserved on a clay tablet found in Ugarit, once a trade city but destroyed later in Syria, is believed from its age and location to describe either an eclipse that happened in 1375 BC or one in 1223 BC. Legendary explanations for eclipses include the Sun being eaten by dogs, frogs or dragons.The reality is not romantic.Why are total ones, like the one coming on April 8, so rare
Solar eclipses are a special case of phenomena called transits and occultations, in which an intervening(介于中间的) heavenly body stops light from a star reaching an observer.If the blocking body appears smaller in the sky than the star, the result is called a transit and looks like a dark spot crossing the star’s surface.If the blocking object appears larger than the star, the star disappears completely—an occultation.A total eclipse is an occultation.
Solar eclipses may be either of these things, since the apparent sizes in the sky of the Sun and the Moon, viewed from Earth, are almost identical.If the Moon orbited Earth in the same plane as Earth orbits the Sun, eclipses would happen every month, but would be total only in the tropics(热带地区).In reality, the average interval between total eclipses is 18 months, and they may be seen from time to time all over the world.The path of totality across Earth’s surface is narrow and the period short(a maximum of just over seven and a half minutes).Outside these boundaries, the Sun will appear partially eclipsed, looking like a pie that something has taken a bite from.
The Great North American Eclipse, as it has been called, will be a sight to be held on April 8.But it should also be cherished, because total eclipses of the Sun will not happen for ever.Tidal friction(潮汐摩擦) causes the Moon to move away from Earth at 3.8 cm a year, making it appear smaller and smaller in the sky.In 600 million years or so the last, short totality will occur.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文
主题 语境 人与自然(地球与宇宙奥秘探索)
语篇 内容 主要介绍了日全食罕见的原因
语篇 结构 Para.1 Why are total ones, like the one coming on April 8, so rare
Para.2 Solar eclipses are a special case of phenomena called transits and occultations, in which an intervening heavenly body stops light from a star reaching an observer.
Para.3 Solar eclipses may be either of these things.
Para.4 The Great North American Eclipse, as it has been called, will be a sight to be held on April 8.But it should also be cherished.
【命题意图】
1.What does the clay tablet of Ugarit represent 本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容(第一段)进行推理和判断的能力
2.How does the author develop Paragraph 2 本题要求考生能够读懂第二段阐释的两种自然现象,并注意到文章中对这两种现象给出的定义。本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容对文章段落大意的归纳和总结的能力
3.What can we learn about total solar eclipses from Paragraph 3 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,对第三段进行推理和判断。考查考生根据文章表层信息推断信息真实意义的能力
4.What makes total solar eclipses so rare 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,能够推断出使日全食很难见到的真实原因。考查考生根据所读内容进行推理和判断的能力
1.What does the clay tablet of Ugarit represent
A.Some figures of ancient animals.
B.The Sun being eaten by some animals.
C.Ancient people who were hunting for animals.
D.The earliest total solar eclipse recorded.
【解析】选D。推理判断题。根据第一段中“The first record of one, preserved on a clay tablet found in Ugarit, once a trade city but destroyed later in Syria, is believed from its age and location to describe either an eclipse that happened in 1375 BC or one in 1223 BC.(最早的日食记录保存在Ugarit的一块泥板上,Ugarit曾是叙利亚的一个贸易城市,但后来被摧毁。从它的年代和位置来看,人们认为它可以描述发生在公元前1375年或公元前1223年的日食。)”可知,Ugarit的一块泥板描绘了第一个日全食的事实,这是有记录以来最早的日全食。故选D项。
2.How does the author develop Paragraph 2
A.By listing statistics.
B.By giving definitions.
C.By giving examples.
D.By analyzing cause and effect.
【解析】选B。推理判断题。根据第二段“日食是一种特殊的现象,被称为凌日和掩星,在这种现象中,一个介入的天体阻挡了来自恒星的光到达观测者。如果阻塞体在天空中看起来比恒星小,结果就被称为凌日,看起来像一个穿过恒星表面的黑点。如果被遮挡的物体看起来比恒星大,恒星就会完全消失——这就是掩星。日全食就是掩星。”可知,第二段主要阐释了transit(凌日)和 occultation(掩星)两种自然现象,对这两种现象给出了定义。故选B项。
3.What can we learn about total solar eclipses from Paragraph 3
A.Their duration is relatively longer.
B.They take place every month actually.
C.They are visible only from a narrow path.
D.They look like a bite taken out of the Sun.
【解析】选C。推理判断题。根据第三段中“The path of totality across Earth’s surface is narrow and the period short (a maximum of just over seven and a half minutes).(全食穿过地球表面的路径很窄,周期也很短(最长不过7分半钟)。)”可知,日全食穿过地球表面的路径很窄,周期也很短(最长不过7分半钟)。由此可推断,日全食可见的路径窄。故选C项。
4.What makes total solar eclipses so rare
A.The moving-away Moon.
B.The stronger tide on Earth.
C.The smaller attraction of the Moon for Earth.
D.The changing distance between the Sun and Earth.
【解析】选A。推理判断题。根据第四段中“Tidal friction causes the Moon to move away from Earth at 3.8 cm a year, making it appear smaller and smaller in the sky.(潮汐摩擦使月球以每年3.8厘米的速度远离地球,使它在天空中显得越来越小。)”可知,潮汐摩擦导致月球逐渐远离地球,使其在天空中显得越来越小。由此可知,我们以后再想见到日全食将会越来越难。故选A项。
B
(2026·广州模拟)
　　If you ever wondered what your child’s drawings might reveal, keep on reading.
Imagine how you would feel when looking at Earth from outer space.That feeling of awe is what we call the Overview Effect, a feeling most astronauts report when they return to Earth, described as a transformative experience that changes their view of our planet and humanity—an experience that builds a sense of unity, interconnectedness, and responsibility for Earth’s well-being.Recently, 40,000 children experienced a virtual reality(VR) space journey, making them a unique group to have the chance to experience this awesome feeling without leaving Earth.
To find out whether they had experienced the Overview Effect, we asked 100 children from this special group to draw self-images before and after the VR journey.In previous studies on adults, we found that after viewing a video to bring about the Overview Effect, participants tended to draw a smaller self.Apparently, going through the experience of awe and wonder makes one feel smaller, with a smaller drawing as the result.However, when we applied this method to children, we encountered unexpected results.The size of their drawings remained unchanged after the VR experience.This discrepancy led us to question:Were drawings by children simply not a good way to measure the Overview Effect Did what worked for adults simply not work for children
Upon closer analysis, we discovered that the key to measuring transformative experiences in children lies not in the size of their drawings but in the richness of their content.Before the VR journey, the children’s drawings were simple, often showing familiar elements from their daily lives.After the journey, their drawings became far more insightful, filled with vivid descriptions indicative of what they had learned during the VR journey—for example, the Earth’s ecology.This discovery gave us a new way to understand children’s responses to transformative experiences.
I’m not proposing that we replace tests in schools with children’s drawings.But when it comes to transformative experiences, I’d recommend paying more attention to what children actually draw.
【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了从太空看地球会产生概览效应,即太空之旅会帮助人们对世界有更深入的了解,经历过虚拟太空之旅的儿童绘画内容更加丰富且更具洞察力,这给人们提供了一种了解儿童对变革性体验的反应的新方法。
5.How can we describe the Overview Effect
A.It expresses man’s view of Earth and humanity.
B.It helps people get deeper insights into the world.
C.It brings about awesome feelings of the outer space.
D.It is a transformative experience unique to astronauts.
【解析】选B。细节理解题。根据第二段“That feeling of awe is what we call the Overview Effect, a feeling most astronauts report when they return to Earth, described as a transformative experience that changes their view of our planet and humanity—an experience that builds a sense of unity, interconnectedness, and responsibility for Earth’s well-being.”可知,概览效应是一种敬畏感,这种感觉被描述为一种改变人们对地球和人类看法的变革性体验,这种体验建立了一种团结、相互联系和对地球福祉的责任感,说明概览效应帮助人们对世界有更深入的了解。故选B。
6.What does the underlined word “discrepancy” mean in Paragraph 3
A.Problem.　　　 B.Progress.
C.Doubt. D.Difference.
【解析】选D。词义猜测题。根据第三段中“In previous studies on adults, we found that after viewing a video to bring about the Overview Effect, participants tended to draw a smaller self.”和“However, when we applied this method to children, we encountered unexpected results.The size of their drawings remained unchanged after the VR experience.”可知, 在之前针对成年人的研究中,在观看过引起概览效应的视频后,参与者倾向于画更小的自己。然而,当把这种方法运用到孩子身上时,却得到了意想不到的结果。VR体验后,他们自画像的尺寸没有变化,说明经历过VR体验后,成年人的画和儿童的画存在不同。故选D。
7.How did the children’s drawings change after the VR journey
A.The self-images became larger.
B.They described more details.
C.There were more familiar elements.
D.They expressed richer emotions.
【解析】选B。细节理解题。根据第四段中“After the journey, their drawings became far more insightful, filled with vivid descriptions indicative of what they had learned during the VR journey”可知,VR之旅结束后,他们的画变得更加富有洞察力,充满了生动的描述,体现出他们在VR旅途中学到的知识,说明在VR旅途后,儿童的画描述了更多的细节。故选B。
8.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A.To suggest a way of measuring children’s learning.
B.To compare adults’ and children’s Overview Effect.
C.To analyze the role of VR technology in children’s education.
D.To describe the psychological experience of space travel.
【解析】选A。推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“This discovery gave us a new way to understand children’s responses to transformative experiences.”和最后一段的内容可知, 这个发现会给我们一种新的方法来了解儿童对变革性体验的反应。作者并不是建议用绘画代替学校里的考试。但是当说到变革性体验时,作者建议更多地关注儿童实际上画了什么,说明作者的写作目的在于提出一种衡量儿童学习能力的方法。故选A。
Ⅱ.七选五(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
Things To Remember On Your First Solo Travel Adventure
If you’ve ever thought about just taking a trip yourself instead of waiting for someone to join you, you’re not alone.　9　However, do you count yourself among the many who have tried it If you’re planning your own solo trip, here are four important things to keep in mind.
　10　Since you’re traveling solo, how you choose to explore it is entirely up to you.This is your chance to do whatever you want whenever you want because this time, you’re running the show.
Don’t be afraid to talk to random people.Though there is someone who poses a threat, it’s important to remember that not everyone is out to get you.　11　That’s because you’re a novelty, a person from another country who is visiting theirs.Therefore, instead of putting on your headphones or instantly seeing them as weirdos, use this spontaneous chat as a chance to meet the locals or get recommendations for things to do during your trip.
It’s okay to have bad days.　12　It happens and it’s completely okay to take some time to process whatever it is you’re feeling.Take yourself to a movie or spend the day doing something relaxing like writing in your journal or reading on the beach.
It’s okay to start small.　13　Start by doing a staycation in another part of town, spending a few days in a new locale, a bus or train ride away.Just do whatever you’re comfortable with and see how it all feels for you.
A.You are the boss of your own adventure.
B.You need to make an unusual travel choice.
C.It’s no secret that solo travel is on the rise.
D.Sometimes things can go incredibly wrong.
E.People like you simply don’t know how to start.
F.Most of the time people are just curious and try to be friendly.
G.Remember, your first solo trip doesn’t have to be to a whole other continent.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文
主题 语境 人与自我(健康的生活方式、积极的生活态度)
语篇 内容 主要介绍了第一次独自旅行冒险时要记住的事情。
语篇 结构 Para.1 If you’re planning your own solo trip, here are four important things to keep in mind.
Para.2 You are the boss of your own adventure.
Para.3 Don’t be afraid to talk to random people.
Para.4 It’s okay to have bad days.
Para.5 It’s okay to start small.
9.【解析】选C。根据上文“If you’ve ever thought about just taking a trip yourself instead of waiting for someone to join you, you’re not alone.(如果你曾经想过自己去旅行而不是等待某人加入你的行列,那么你并不孤单。)”可知,独自旅行的人很多,非常流行,与C项“It’s no secret that solo travel is on the rise.(独自旅行正在兴起,这已经不是什么秘密了。)”上下文一致,故选C项。
10.【解析】选A。根据下文“Since you’re traveling solo, how you choose to explore it is entirely up to you.(由于你是独自旅行,因此你选择如何探索它完全取决于你。)”可知,你可以自己做主如何去旅行,与A项“You are the boss of your own adventure.(你是自己冒险的主人。)”上下文一致,符合文意,故选A项。
11.【解析】选F。根据上文“Though there is someone who poses a threat, it’s important to remember that not everyone is out to get you.(虽然有人构成威胁,但重要的是要记住,并不是每个人都会来找你。)”可知,不必害怕与陌生人交流,大多数人还是很友好的,与F项“Most of the time people are just curious and try to be friendly.(大多数时候,人们只是好奇并试图保持友好。)”上下文一致,符合文意,故选F项。
12.【解析】选D。根据上文“It’s okay to have bad days.(有糟糕的日子也没关系。)”可知,有时候也会遇到一些麻烦,事情会变得糟糕,与D项“Sometimes things can go incredibly wrong.(有时事情会变得非常糟糕。)”上下文一致,符合文意,故选D项。
13.【解析】选G。根据上文“It’s okay to start small.(从小地方开始也没关系。)”可知,第一次旅行可以去周边的地方,而不一定是去另一个大陆,与G项“Remember, your first solo trip doesn’t have to be to a whole other continent.(请记住,你的第一次独自旅行不一定是去另一个大陆。)”上下文一致,符合文意,故选G项。
- 11 -核心素养测评 Unit 5　The Value of Money
(45分钟　50分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2.5分,满分20分)
A
In a gray box, I have a thick pile of love letters.I imagine about sharing them with a granddaughter when I’m 90.But my most treasured love letter is from one of my best friends.It’s a handwritten letter years ago when I was having trouble getting over a man.Her letter is the most romantic in my pile.It made no excuses.It simply let me know that I was loved.
Reflecting on her gift, and the dying art of handwritten letters in our age of emails and emoticons, I chose to conduct an experiment this Christmas: replacing presents with heartfelt, handwritten love letters for my family members.
In our digital era, most of us rarely take the time to share deeply considered thoughts and emotions with the people in our lives.Handwriting captures the writer’s emotions, often preserved longer than digital exchanges.However, technology is taking over.First came typewriters and keyboards.Now a new brain-computer lets people type with their minds.What are we losing when we sacrifice the physical labor behind the written word We tend to value what we struggle for.Have we undervalued the human exchange of ideas
That day, I came across a letter my mom wrote to her parents when she was young.She seemed so comfortable with her parents.It was a relationship I didn’t have with her.I was inspired by my mother’s letter to her parents when I sat down to write my letter to her.I wanted her to know my love, and to close the crack that technology and culture had created between us.With each sentence, I was discovering new and deeper ways of seeing my mother, and making myself known to her in more thoughtful ways as well.
Eight single-space pages later, my hand was aching but I was done.It was only the first of my love letters, but it was already clear: What had begun as a fun project was in fact one of the most important undertakings of my life.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 记叙文
主题 语境 人与社会(社会进步与人类文明)
语篇 内容 主要通过回忆手写情书的价值,探讨了在数字化时代,手写信件这一传统交流形式所承载的情感深度与独特魅力。作者决定以手写信替代圣诞礼物,借此深化与家人的感情联系,体验到了文字背后的艰辛付出对于情感交流的重要意义
语篇 结构 Para.1 My most treasured love letter is from one of my best friends.It simply let me know that I was loved.
Para.2 I chose to conduct an experiment this Christmas: replacing presents with heartfelt, handwritten love letters for my family members.
Para.3 Handwriting captures the writer’s emotions, often preserved longer than digital exchanges.However, technology is taking over.First came typewriters and keyboards.
Para.4 I wanted her to know my love, and to close the crack that technology and culture had created between us.
Para.5 It was only the first of my love letters, but it was already clear: What had begun as a fun project was in fact one of the most important undertakings of my life.
【命题意图】
1.Why does the author mention her love letters in Paragraph 1 此题设置是把信息定位到第一段,本段主要讲述了作者最珍贵的情书来自她最好的朋友之一。本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容(第一段)及对文章信息的理解,推断出文中信息在语段中的功能和作用
2.How will technology probably affect us in the digital age 此题设置是把信息定位到第三段,本段主要讲述了技术正在取代手写文字,首先出现的是打字机和键盘。本题旨在考查考生基于文章的信息及所读内容,分析和推断文中信息所表达的情感及对于文章信息的推理判断能力
3.Why did the author handwrite a letter to her mother 此题设置是把信息定位到第四段,本段主要讲述了作者给母亲手写书信,想让她知道“我”的爱,并弥补科技和文化在她们之间造成的裂痕。本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断作者给母亲手写书信的原因。本题考查考生是否理解了本文的意图
4.What did the author learn from her experiment 此题设置需要考生通读全文,根据对文章信息的理解和分析,推断作者从自己的经历中学到的东西。本题考查考生是否读懂了文章所传递的观念,以及根据所读内容(全文)进行推理和判断的能力
1.Why does the author mention her love letters in Paragraph 1
A.To show her grand charm as a young girl.
B.To share them with one of her granddaughters.
C.To highlight the value of handwritten letters.
D.To look back upon her romantic relationship.
【解析】选C。推理判断题。根据第一段内容可推知,作者提到了自己的情书,目的是证明手写书信的价值。故选C项。
2.How will technology probably affect us in the digital age
A.Making our interaction less emotional.
B.Encouraging our thoughtful communication.
C.Saving our physical labor in conveying emotions.
D.Increasing our effort in handwritten exchanges.
【解析】选A。推理判断题。根据第三段中的“In our digital era, most of us rarely take the time to share deeply considered thoughts and emotions with the people in our lives.Handwriting captures the writer’s emotions, often preserved longer than digital exchanges.”可推知,现代技术的出现降低了交流的情感。故选A项。
3.Why did the author handwrite a letter to her mother
A.To give her mother a big surprise.
B.To answer her mother’s handwritten letter.
C.To bridge a communication gap.
D To make her mother feel more comfortable.
【解析】选C。推理判断题。根据第四段内容可推知,作者给母亲手写书信,希望建立起与她的爱意沟通的桥梁,并弥补科技和文化在她们之间造成的裂痕。故选C项。
4.What did the author learn from her experiment
A.The irreplaceable bond of family members.
B.The tendency of information technology.
C.The expression of emotions in the digital age.
D.The power of handwritten correspondence.
【解析】选D。推理判断题。作者意识到手写书信在现代技术的影响下日渐消失,于是开始自己的一项圣诞实验——给亲人们手写书信。通过这个实验,作者明白了在数字化时代,人们通过手写信件可以更深入、更真诚地分享内心的情感和思考。通过亲手书写并赠送情真意切的信件,不仅加深了与家人的感情联系,也对作者自身产生了深远的影响和意义。故选D项。
B
For some of us, going to the dentist for routine check-ups is a thing of the ordinary.But for many people around the world, especially those in impoverished(贫困的) areas, having dental improvement and their teeth checked simply isn’t possible.A Brazilian dentist Felipe Rossi has devoted himself to helping changing that situation.
Growing up in the USA, Felipe Rossi had just obtained the Bachelor of Medicine Degree and was about to start a master’s degree in Pediatric Dentistry(儿童口腔学) when a journey to his father’s home—Balsabo in Brazil—converted his initial plan.“All locals didn’t have access to dental care, and consequently, many of them suffered deformed teeth or even loss of teeth, leading to many people not daring to laugh with their mouths open,” Felipe Rossi recalled.“A desire was planted in my heart.That is, to use my skills to bring healthy smiles to people suffering from dental problems.”
With the support of his parents, Felipe formed an NGO(non-government organization) called Por1Sorriso to give free oral treatments to individuals with low incomes who require cleaning, fillings, crowns, restoration work and more.His team is composed of approximately 30 registered volunteers who go with him to poor towns and villages in Brazil.
Sponsorship is generally provided by two private companies.Individuals may also make donations through the “Smile Solidarity” program, where they can choose monthly amounts to contribute.Porsorriso also holds regular fundraisers to afford the cost of providing free dental services around the country.
As noble as its objective is, Felipe admits that Por1Sorriso is “struggling to survive” because of the huge cost of providing dental work and the constant fundraising events they have to hold to keep the NGO in normal functioning.“Challenging as it is, it did bring healthy teeth as well as renewed confidence to the locals.We will continue this transformative act whatever difficulties we will face,”Felipe said with a strong will.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 记叙文
主题 语境 人与社会(公益事业和志愿服务)
语篇 内容 文章讲述了巴西牙医Felipe Rossi创建了非政府组织Porsorriso,致力于为贫困地区的低收入人群提供免费的口腔治疗服务。尽管面临资金和运营挑战,Rossi及其团队仍坚持帮助需要的人,传递健康微笑,增强当地民众的自信
语篇 结构 Para.1 A Brazilian dentist Felipe Rossi has devoted himself to helping changing that situation.
Para.2 A journey to his father’s home — Balsabo in Brazil — converted his initial plan.
Para.3 With the support of his parents, Felipe formed an NGO (non-government organization) called Porsorriso to give free oral treatments to individuals with low incomes.
Para.4 Sponsorship is generally provided by two private companies.
Para.5 As noble as its objective is, Felipe admits that Porsorriso is “struggling to survive”.We will continue this transformative act whatever difficulties we will face”.Felipe said with a strong will.
5.How does the author introduce the topic of the text
A.By posing a contrast.
B.By reporting an event.
C.By assuming a situation.
D.By making an appeal.
【解析】选A。推理判断题。根据第一段(对我们中的一些人来说,去牙医那里做例行检查是一件很平常的事情。但对世界上许多人来说,尤其是那些生活在贫困地区的人来说,改善牙齿和检查牙齿根本是不可能的。巴西牙医Felipe Rossi致力于帮助改变这种状况。)可知,文章开头通过对比一些人定期去牙医处进行常规检查,而世界上很多人尤其是贫困地区的人们无法进行牙科治疗和牙齿检查的情况,引出了文章的主题,即巴西牙医Felipe Rossi致力于帮助改变这种情况。因此,作者通过对比来引入文章的主题。故选A项。
6.What motivated Felipe to offer dental treatments to Brazilians
A.The support from his parents.
B.The passion for dental health.
C.The encounter with locals lacking dental care.
D.The professional skills and knowledge from college.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据第二段“‘All locals didn’t have access to dental care, and consequently, many of them suffered deformed teeth or even loss of teeth, leading to many people not daring to laugh with mouth open.’ Felipe Rossi recalled.‘A desire was planted in my heart.That is, to use my skills to bring healthy smiles to people suffering from dental problems.’(‘并不是所有的当地人都能得到牙科护理,因此,很多人的牙齿都变形了,甚至掉了牙,导致很多人不敢张嘴笑。’Felipe Rossi回忆道。‘一种渴望在我心中扎根。也就是说,用我的技能给患有牙病的人带来健康的微笑。’)”可知,Felipe Rossi在巴西的Balsabo地区看到当地人没有机会接受牙科治疗,很多人因此牙齿变形或甚至失去牙齿,这激发了他提供牙科治疗的决心;由此可知,是当地人缺乏牙科护理的情况促使Felipe为巴西人提供牙科治疗。故选C项。
7.Which of the following can best describe Felipe Rossi
A.Hopeful and diligent.
B.Faithful and ambitious.
C.Intelligent and creative.
D.Charitable and dedicated.
【解析】选D。推理判断题。根据第二段“‘All locals didn’t have access to dental care, and consequently, many of them suffered deformed teeth or even loss of teeth, leading to many people not daring to laugh with mouth open.’ Felipe Rossi recalled.‘A desire was planted in my heart.That is, to use my skills to bring healthy smiles to people suffering from dental problems.’”可知,Felipe Rossi想要利用自己的技能为遭受牙科问题的人们带来健康的笑容,这表明他具有慈善精神。根据最后一段可知,他承认Porsorriso的生存很困难,但他们将继续进行这项改变性的行动,无论他们将面临什么困难,这表明他具有奉献精神。故选D项。
8.What do we know about Por1Sorriso
A.It gives free oral treatments to anyone in need.
B.It is cooperated by Felipe Rossi and the local authority.
C.It is financially supported by corporations and individuals.
D.It holds regular fundraisers to educate people about dental care.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据第四段(赞助通常由两家私人公司提供。个人也可以通过“微笑团结”计划捐款,他们可以选择每月的捐款数额。Por1Sorriso还定期举行筹款活动,为全国各地提供免费牙科服务。)可知,Por1Sorriso是由企业和个人提供经济支持。故选C项。
Ⅱ.完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
(2026·内蒙古模拟)
　　I am extremely proud of my 9-year-old daughter, Kathy.She wanted a mountain bike but insisted on 　9　 the money herself.She saved her pocket money all year and did 　10　 small jobs like walking dogs, delivering newspapers, and 　11　 cars for neighbors.By Thanksgiving, she had saved $49, but it wasn’t enough.I suggested she 　12　 one of my old bikes from the garage, but she found them too old.
As Christmas 　13　, we went bike shopping.Kathy noticed a volunteer 　14　 money for poor children and wanted to help.　15　, I didn’t have any spare change, so we left feeling a bit 　16　.Kathy continued working hard in December.One day she surprised me by deciding to 　17　 her $58 savings to poor children instead of buying a bike.
On a cold morning before Christmas, Kathy and I went to the 　18　.She handed over her total savings.Her broad smile and act of kindness deeply touched me.Inspired, I decided to donate two of my 　19　 to a car dealer collecting used bikes for poor children.
When we delivered the bikes, the dealer gave us raffle tickets(抽奖券) as a thank you.To our 　20　, one of our tickets won a new girl’s mountain bike.Kathy was overjoyed.It was a(n) 　21　 but perfect reward for her kindness and taught us both a valuable lesson about generosity.This became the best Christmas 　22　, not just for Kathy, but for our whole family, reminding us of the joy that comes from 　23　.
【文章大意】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者9岁的女儿凯西为买山地车自己挣钱,后将积攒的钱捐给贫困儿童,作者受启发捐旧自行车,却意外抽中新车,这成了全家最好的圣诞礼物,彰显了给予的快乐。
9.A.earning　 B.spending C.borrowing D.losing
【解析】选A。考查动词词义辨析。句意:她想要一辆山地自行车,但坚持要自己去挣钱购买。earning赚取;spending花费;borrowing借来;losing失去。根据后文 “saved her pocket money”以及“did_______small jobs” 可知,女儿坚持自己 “挣” 钱买自行车,故选A。
10.A.single B.dangerous C.various D.previous
【解析】选C。考查形容词词义辨析。句意:她一年到头都节省着自己的零花钱,并且还做了各种各样的零工,比如为邻居们遛狗、送报纸以及洗车等。single单独的;dangerous危险的;various各种各样的;previous以前的。空后列举了不同工作,various(各种各样的)能体现工作的多样性。故选C。
11.A.selling B.washing C.parking D.watching
【解析】选B。考查动词词义辨析。selling出售;washing洗涤;parking停车;watching观看。根据上文“walking dogs, delivering newspapers, and”以及结合邻居的日常需求,washing cars(洗车)是合理的兼职工作,故选B。
12.A.create B.paint C.fix D.pick
【解析】选D。考查动词词义辨析。句意:我建议她从车库里挑选一辆我的旧自行车,但她觉得那些车太旧了。create创造;paint绘画;fix修理;pick捡起,挑选。根据后文“one of my old bikes from the garage”可知,作者建议女儿从车库挑选一辆旧自行车,故选D。
13.A.left B.arrived C.approached D.disappeared
【解析】选C。考查动词词义辨析。句意:随着圣诞节的临近,我们去买自行车。left离开;arrived到达;approached靠近,临近;disappeared消失。根据上文“As Christmas”及第三段首句可知,此处指圣诞节临近了,故选C。
14.A.promoting B.raising
C.protesting D.processing
【解析】选B。考查动词词义辨析。句意:凯西注意到一位志愿者正在为贫困儿童筹集资金,她也想提供帮助。promoting促进;raising筹集;protesting抗议;processing加工。raise money 表示“筹款”,故选B。
15.A.Unfortunately B.Illegally
C.Confidently D.Eagerly
【解析】选A。考查副词词义辨析。句意:很遗憾,我身上没有零钱,所以我们离开时心情有些沮丧。Unfortunately不幸地;Illegally非法地;Confidently自信地;Eagerly急切地。根据后文“I didn’t have any spare change”可知作者没有零钱,unfortunately 体现了这种遗憾,故选A。
16.A.excited B.worried C.pleased D.sad
【解析】选D。考查形容词词义辨析。excited激动的;worried担心的;pleased高兴的;sad悲伤的。根据上文“I didn’t have any spare change, so we left feeling a bit”可知,因没能帮忙筹款而感到难过,故选D。
17.A.award B.donate C.show D.lend
【解析】选B。考查动词词义辨析。句意:有一天,她出乎我的意料,决定将自己积攒的58美元全部捐给贫困儿童,而不是去买一辆自行车。award奖励;donate捐赠;show展示;lend借给。根据后文“She handed over her total savings.”可知,女儿决定将积攒的钱捐给贫困儿童,故选B。
18.A.volunteer B.band C.performer D.master
【解析】选A。考查名词词义辨析。句意:在圣诞节前一个寒冷的早晨,凯西和我去见了那位志愿者。volunteer志愿者;band乐队;performer表演者;master大师。结合前文“Kathy noticed a volunteer...”提到的志愿者筹款可知,此处应是去见那位志愿者,将钱交给对方,故选A。
19.A.book shelves B.water bottles
C.stepping stones D.old bikes
【解析】选D。考查名词短语辨析。句意:受到启发,我决定把自己的两辆旧自行车捐赠给一位收购二手自行车以供贫困儿童使用的汽车经销商。book shelves书架;water bottles水瓶;stepping stones垫脚石;old bikes旧自行车。根据“collecting used bikes”可知,作者捐赠的是旧自行车,故选D。
20.A.disappointment B.anger
C.amazement D.embarrassment
【解析】选C。考查名词词义辨析。句意:令我们惊讶的是,我们的一张抽奖券赢得了一辆新的女式山地自行车。disappointment失望;anger愤怒;amazement惊奇;embarrassment尴尬。根据后文“one of our tickets won a new girl’s mountain bike”可知,抽奖赢得新自行车是“令人惊讶的”,amazement 体现了意外之情。故选C。
21.A.dishonest B.unexpected
C.irresponsible D.uncomfortable
【解析】选B。考查形容词词义辨析。句意:这是一份意想不到但却十分恰当的回报,它既是对她善良行为的肯定,也让我们两人都学到了关于慷慨的重要一课。dishonest不诚实的;unexpected意外的;irresponsible不负责的;uncomfortable不舒服的。根据上文可知,这份奖励是让人意想不到的,故选B。
22.A.gift B.stage
C.figure D.saving
【解析】选A。考查名词词义辨析。句意:这成了最棒的圣诞礼物,不仅对凯西而言是如此,对我们整个家庭来说也是如此,它让我们铭记了给予所带来的快乐。gift礼物;stage阶段;figure人物;saving节约。根据上文“This became the best Christmas”可知,这是最好的圣诞“礼物”,故选A。
23.A.forgetting B.finishing
C.marching D.giving
【解析】选D。考查动词词义辨析。forgetting忘记;finishing结束;marching前进;giving给予。根据上文以及全文围绕女儿的捐赠行为展开可知,giving(给予)呼应主题。故选D。
Ⅲ.语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
Daniel Craig may command eight-figure Hollywood paychecks, 24._______ the actor isn’t planning on sharing much of it with his children.
In the most recent issue of Candis Magazine, Craig detailed 25._______(he) philosophy on inheritance(遗产),26._______(say) he doesn’t plan to have much money left to give to his children by the time he 27._______(die).
“Isn’t there an old saying that if you die a rich person, you’ve failed ” Craig said in the interview, according to the Times of London.“I think Andrew Carnegie gave away what in today’s money would be about $11 billion, 28._______ shows how rich he was because I’ll bet he kept some of it, too.”
“My philosophy is 29._______(get) rid of it or to give it away before you go,” Craig said.
The Hollywood star is far from the first person to 30._______(public) declare that their children would not be receiving a significant part of their wealth.Investor Warren Buffett—whose fortune sits at more than $100 billion—recently repeated his long-held belief 31._______ his great wealth would be better spent going toward charity 32._______(cause) than into his kids’ investment.
“After much observation of super-wealthy families, here’s my 33._______(recommend): Leave the children enough so that they can do anything, but not enough that they can do nothing,” he said in a note to shareholders.
【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文。Daniel Craig是著名的好莱坞影星,他最近对外公布:他离世后不打算留给子女太多财产。
24.【解析】but。前后两个分句存在转折关系,因此填入并列连词but。
25.【解析】his。本空格后面是名词philosophy,因此填入形容词性物主代词his。
26.【解析】saying。这里用动词-ing形式表示一种伴随情况或补充说明。
27.【解析】dies。by the time he dies相当于when he dies这个状语从句,因此用一般现在时代替一般将来时。
28.【解析】which。这里用关系代词which引导非限制性定语从句,指代前面整个句子。
29.【解析】to get。这里用动词不定式作表语,to get rid of it与后面的to give it away并列。
30.【解析】publicly。本空格后面是动词declare,因此这里需要填入一个副词来修饰它。
31.【解析】that。这里用that引导同位语从句,修饰前面的名词belief。
32.【解析】causes。 cause是可数名词,应用复数形式。
33.【解析】recommendation。本空格前面的my一词暗示这里需要填入一个名词。
- 16 -核心素养测评 Unit 1　Festivals and Celebrations
(30分钟　32.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共7小题;每小题2.5分,满分17.5分)
A
In Switzerland, a variety of unique festivals take place throughout the year, each offering a distinct cultural experience and unforgettable moments to locals and visitors alike.The following are three typical festivals.
Mid-January: Grindelwald World Snow Festival
Every year sculptors from all over the world gather in Grindelwald.During this six-day festival, the streets of the snowy town become an awesome museum with temporary creations decorating every corner.The white statues are greatly attractive to both locals and tourists.
June: Fête de la Musique, Geneva
Fête de la Musique is run annually, taking over the streets of Lausanne every summer.Over 50 places show off musicians from across the globe, celebrating a range of music.It is worth noting that most roads are blocked during the festival, and it is best to travel by public transport.The Geneva Fête de la Musique this year was held from 22—27 June.
July—August: Fête des Vignerons, Vevey
The Fête des Vignerons takes place every 20 or so years in Vevey, which is full of activities, history and centuries-old traditions and was the first Swiss intangible cultural heritage(非物质文化遗产) included into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2016.The latest festival was held from 18 July to 11 August, 2019.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 应用文
主题 语境 人与社会(不同民族文化习俗和传统节日)
语篇 内容 文章介绍了瑞士极具特色的三个节日
语篇 结构 Para.1 The following are three typical festivals.
Para.2 Mid-January: Grindelwald World Snow Festival
Para.3 June: Fête de la Musique, Geneva
Para.4 July—August: Fête des Vignerons, Vevey
1.What do Grindelwald World Snow Festival and Fête de la Musique have in common
A.They cause heavy traffic.
B.They attract global sculptors.
C.They have the same duration.
D.They feature live music shows.2.What do we know about Fête des Vignerons
A.It lasts more than a month.
B.It is held on a yearly basis.
C.It got UNESCO’s recognition.
D.It is a gathering of musicians.3.Which column of a magazine is the passage probably from
A.Cultural Exploration.
B.Photography and Art.
C.Geographical Features.
D.Opinions and Analysis.【解锁阅读障碍】
熟词生义:run vt.组织,举办
B
There are many traditional Chinese festivals.Among them, the Spring Festival, the Tomb-Sweeping Day, the Dragon Boat Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival are the main ones.On the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar(农历的) month every year, people celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.
In ancient China, festival time was mostly related to the moon’s movement.The moon symbolizes softness and brightness, and brings joy to people.
The moon is the most beautiful of the year on the Mid-Autumn Festival.Autumn is a harvest season.There are good harvests across China.The crops(庄稼) that the farmers get make them very happy.
On the Mid-Autumn night, families will get together, admire the moon, taste the mooncakes and enjoy the happy family reunion.The Mid-Autumn Festival has lasted for over thousands of years and formed a tradition of life._______ It goes more than a festival and is given rich cultural connotations.Reunion is the theme of the Mid-Autumn Festival and gives endless inspiration to the ancient and modern poets.There are a lot of popular poems left and spread through the ages.
“As the bright moon rises above the sea, everyone far away enjoys the same moment.” “When will the moon be clear and bright Holding a cup of wine, and I ask the blue sky.” The two poems express people’s expectations of perfection(对完美的期望).
“Looking up, I find the moon bright.Bowing, in homesickness, I’m drowned.”The full moon on the Mid-Autumn night makes people miss their family and loved ones.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文
主题 语境 人与社会(不同民族文化习俗和传统节日)
语篇 内容 本文讲了中国有很多传统节日,详细介绍了人们是如何庆祝中秋节的
语篇 结构 Para.1 There are many traditional Chinese festivals.
Para.2 In ancient China, festival time was mostly related to the moon’s movement.
Para.3 The moon is the most beautiful of the year on the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Para.4 On the Mid-Autumn night, families will get together, admire the moon, taste the mooncakes and enjoy the happy family reunion.
Para.5 The two poems express people’s expectations of perfection.
Para.6 The full moon on the Mid-Autumn night makes people miss their family and loved ones.
【命题意图】
4.How did the writer begin the text 本题旨在考查考生对本文写作手法的分析与掌握
5.What does the underlined word “harvest” mean in the third paragraph 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断出单词在语境中的具体意思。旨在考查考生根据上下文、语境及生活常识理解单词词义的能力
6.Which of the following sentences can be put in the blank in Paragraph 4 本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容对句子之间逻辑联系的理解能力
7.What’s the best title for the text 本题是理解文章主旨题,要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,找出一个能最佳概括文章主旨要义的题目。考查考生根据所读内容对于文章主旨的归纳和总结的能力
4.How did the writer begin the text
A.By giving examples.
B.By asking a question.
C.By telling a story.
D.By showing some poems.5.What does the underlined word “harvest” mean in the third paragraph
A.The way of bringing the crops together.
B.The way to plant something in the field.
C.The time of the year when the crops are gathered in.
D.The time to catch a number of animals or fish.6.Which of the following sentences can be put in the blank in Paragraph 4
A.What a wonderful time!
B.It’s not just a sign of time.
C.You can have a great time.
D.Enjoy yourself with your family.7.What’s the best title for the text
A.How to Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival
B.Enjoy Your Day on the Mid-Autumn Festival
C.Popular Poems about the Mid-Autumn Festival
D.A Traditional Chinese Festival—the Mid-Autumn Festival【解锁阅读障碍】
【生疏词汇】
1.symbolize　　 vt.象征;用符号表现vi.采用象征;使用符号;作为……的象征
2.connotation n.内涵意义,隐含意义,联想意义
3.reunion n.(有组织的)聚会,团聚;重逢,团圆;再联合,重新统一
【长难句分析】
There are a lot of popular poems left and spread through the ages.
【分析】本句主句是There are a lot of popular poems。 left and spread through the ages是过去分词短语作后置定语,修饰poems,表示poems与left及spread之间的被动关系。
【翻译】有许多流行的诗歌被留下来,并在各个时代广为流传。
Ⅱ.语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
(2026·广安模拟)
　　International Museum Day was observed in 1977 in Moscow for the first time aimed at directing the world’s attention to the contributions of museums to humankind.Since then, International Museum Day 8.has been celebrated(celebrate) annually.Museums are undoubtedly places 9.where you can promote mutual understanding, interaction, and world peace.Museums are vital places for cultural exchange and enrichment as well as for the 10.development(develop) of peaceful coexistence and cooperation among nations and communities.This day encourages people 11.to visit(visit) museums dedicated to many fields of human efforts such as agriculture, fashion, astronomy, archaeology, art, 12.and natural history.
Visiting a museum in your community is one of the best ways to mark International Museum Day.You can do this by 13.yourself(you), or with friends or your children.
You can visit a museum 14.virtually(virtual) if you don’t wish to wait in line or deal with crowds.Taking a virtual tour of a museum is in some ways practical because some of the more known museums are likely to be packed 15.with guests.
You can share on social media your ideas or opinions about International Museum Day or a museum you’ve recently visited.This motivates other people to visit 16.museums(museum).
Today, more people than ever before visit museums all over the world.There are also more people 17.studying(study) history at universities now than at any other time.
- 9 -核心素养测评 Unit 3　Diverse Cultures
(30分钟　30分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共7小题;每小题2.5分,满分17.5分)
A
I love learning about customs and practices in other countries.For this post, I asked all of my friends in the Multicultural Kid Blogs group to give me their favorite birthday traditions!
CHINA
The most special of the birthday traditions in China is for babies.New parents give red eggs(an even number) to friends and family for good mon presents include food, silverware, and money wrapped in red paper.On birthdays, it is common to eat longevity noodles(长寿面) without breaking them for good luck to live a long life.
ISRAEL
Sometimes children in Israel wear a crown(王冠) made from leaves or flowers for their birthdays.The birthday child sits in a chair, and gets picked up and raised and lowered the chair one time for each year of age, plus one more for good luck.Guests at the birthday party sing and dance around the chair.At birthday parties, kids often play games, such as races with potatoes on spoons.
GHANA
In Ghana, one of the most common birthday traditions is that kids get to eat oto for breakfast: sweet potatoes mixed with onions, made into patties, and fried with hard boiled eggs.Later in the day, Ghanaians sometimes have a party for the child with stew, rice, and kelewele.At the party, girls often like to play a game called ampe.
MEXICO
Mexican families love parties, and celebrate birthdays grandely(盛大地).The 15th birthday, quincea era is the most important, formal, and well-prepared.Mexicans always sing Las Ma anitas to wake up the child on their birthdays.When the birthday girl or boy blows out their candles, guests call for them to take a bite of the cake(“mordida-mordida!”) and always push their face into the frosting.A Mexican birthday party always has a pi ata filled with little toys and candies.
【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个国家独特的生日传统习俗。
1.What do parents both in China and Ghana do for their kids’ birthdays
A.Offer them special food.
B.Give them money in red paper.
C.Play a unique game with them.
D.Make special clothing for them.2.What do kids in Mexico get for their birthdays
A.A blessing song.　　 B.A beautiful crown.
C.Red eggs. D.A wonderful breakfast.3.Where is the text probably taken from
A.A noticeboard. B.A travel guidebook.
C.A website. D.A geography magazine.B
Dr.Marie-Luce Chevalier, a Belgian/French geologist(地质学家), has been working as a search professor at the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences in Beijing since 2010.
For the past few years, she has been studying active faults(断层) in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and how they move.In 2021,Chevalier was presented with the Chinese Government Friendship Award in appreciation of her contributions to the development of China’s disaster assessment system of earthquakes and the promotion of cooperation and exchanges between China and other countries.
Chevalier’s choice of China as a research destination was not made by chance.Her research has primarily focused on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.She had also collaborated(合作)with Chinese scientists from the beginning of her master’s program.“When they asked if I wanted to join their team after my post-doctorate, I gladly accepted and have no regrets.My years in China have provided me with a constant source of fresh personal and professional experiences,” she said, adding that her mother’s interest in Chinese culture contributed to her decision to work in the country.Chevalier will continue to research active faults in and around Xizang actively and contribute to our understanding of how past climate developed to work towards predicting future climate change, another topic near and dear to her heart.She will accomplish this by conducting field research,sharing her findings with scientific community, teaching students who will become tomorrow’s scientists, and raising awareness among local populations about the risks they may face in their lifetime.
Chevalier’s mother went to Xizang once, realising her lifelong dreams.Chevalier keeps raising her daughter in this safe and highly international environment, Beijing.When people ask her daughter where she is from at four years old, she proudly answers, “China!” Chevalier wants to learn more about the Chinese language and culture, continues to enjoy the happiness of the Chinese people, and looks forward to seeing what China achieves next!
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 人物报道
主题 语境 人与社会(跨文化沟通、包容与合作)
语篇 内容 主要介绍了地质学家马晓丽(Marie-Luce Chevalier)在中国的工作与生活经历,特别是她在地震研究领域的贡献及其对中国文化的认同
语篇 结构 Para.1 A brief introduction to Dr.Marie-Luce Chevalier
Para.2 In 2021,Chevalier was presented with the Chinese Government Friendship Award in appreciation of her contributions to the development of China’s disaster assessment system of earthquakes and the promotion of cooperation and exchanges between China and other countries.
Para.3 The reasons for Chevalier’s choice of China as a research destination.
Para.4 Chevalier wants to learn more about the Chinese language and culture, continues to enjoy the happiness of the Chinese people, and looks forward to seeing what China achieves next!
【命题意图】
4.What achievement did Chevalier get 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,找出主人公的贡献。本题旨在考查考生对第二段中具体信息的理解的能力
5.What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about 本题是段落主旨要义题,要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,归纳总结出第三段的大意。旨在考查考生基于对文章的理解,提炼、归纳文章或段落中心意思的能力
6.Which of the following best describes Chevalier 本题旨在考查考生根据原文中主人公的行为、成就、贡献等,概括一个人的特征、品质等的能力
7.Why does Chevalier mention her daughter in the text 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断Chevalier 在文章中提到女儿的意图。本题考查考生对于文章写作技巧以及内容之间逻辑关系的推理能力
4.What achievement did Chevalier get
A.She established the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences.
B.She launched the research on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.
C.She won the Chinese Government Friendship Award.
D.She developed earthquake prediction system for China.5.What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A.When Chevalier began her master’s program.
B.What Chevalier experienced in China.
C.How Chinese culture has affected Chevalier.
D.Why Chevalier bases her research in China.6.Which of the following best describes Chevalier
A.Professional and committed.
B.Sympathetic and open-minded.
C.Humble and reserved.
D.Innovative and self-disciplined.7.Why does Chevalier mention her daughter in the text
A.To highlight China’s secure environment.
B.To prove her close family connections.
C.To emphasize her bond with China.
D.To advocate Chinese learning.Ⅱ.七选五(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
(2026·湖南模拟)
Spanish Weddings
Weddings in Spain hold great significance and are truly special occasions.It’s very common to see that not only the whole family but also the whole village comes together to celebrate.　8　 While there are some customs that might seem familiar to us, like the practice of throwing rice, there are many others that are quite unique and less well-known.
　9　 In traditional Spanish weddings, the groom would present the bride with 13 coins.This was a symbol of his willingness to support her financially.However, as time has passed, things have changed.Nowadays, brides and grooms exchange these coins, showing their intention to share their wealth equally in the future.
Traditionally, Spanish weddings were quite different from many others.They didn’t have bridesmaids or groomsmen.When the wedding ceremony took place, at the altar, it was just the bride and the groom.　10　 At the wedding reception, the main table was arranged for six people: the bride, the groom, and their parents.It was a special space for the most important family members.　11　 Bridesmaids have gradually become a part of Spanish weddings.
During the lively wedding reception, the bride and the groom go around to each table, carrying a basket filled with small tokens of appreciation.The male guests are usually offered a cigar or a small bottle of wine, while the female guests receive a delicate little gift.This is also the time when guests often give their wedding gifts in the form that is most preferred—money in envelopes.　12　
A.Coins are closely related to most Spanish weddings.
B.Thus, you’ll notice that traditional weddings are crowded with people.
C.Invitations are usually sent out one or two weeks before the wedding ceremony.
D.And this situation allowed them to enjoy the happy moment more privately.
E.Some couples also send out the number of a bank account along with the invitation.
F.Those who occupy the main table will be regarded as rude guests in the wedding ceremony.
G.However, due to Hollywood’s influence, weddings have experienced some changes nowadays.
- 8 -核心素养测评 Unit 2　Morals and Virtues
(30分钟　32.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2.5分,满分20分)
A
Caring Lauren Schroeder was inspired to help bring healthy food to needy families in her community.Volunteering at a food shelter when she was 14, and tasked with helping fill boxes for households in need with canned and packaged food, this Iowa teen felt that something was missing from the donated groceries: fresh vegetables.So she shared with her parents her desire to start a garden on their own farm to supply local families in need with fresh produce.
Coming from a farming family, Lauren had some familiarity with agriculture, and had helped raise rabbits and lambs, but had never tried vegetable cultivation at scale, though the Schroeders plant soybeans and corn each year on their 150-acre farm.
The work involved in realizing Lauren’s plan was not a walk in the park.Initially, while proud of her daughter’s vision, her mother, Katie Schroeder, admitted to some foreboding about the work involved: “I was wondering, ‘Oh my gosh, how much work is this going to be ’ I wasn’t sure whether this would work.” This was one young change-maker, however! Lauren researched plants online, checking which species needed more shade, how much water was required, and when to harvest each crop.During Iowa’s hot summers, she had to water her crops by hand for around 2—3 hours daily.She also checked daily for weeds, and bent down to pick her green bean crop.Thanks to her diligence, Lauren planted half an acre of land, with 15 varieties of vegetables in 2022, harvesting her first crops.
In an interview with a local media channel, Lauren says, “I wanted to have something that would impact people.I want to impact community members.Many people help you out, but it makes more difference when you help others out.That’s what makes me happiest.”
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 记叙文
主题 语境 人与社会(公益事业和志愿服务)
语篇 内容 主要讲述了劳伦·施罗德因在食物收容所做志愿者时发现那里缺乏新鲜蔬菜,决心在自家农场种植蔬菜,为需要的人提供新鲜食材,实现助人梦想
语篇 结构 Para.1 Lauren Schroeder was inspired to provide healthy food to needy families in her community.
Para.2 Lauren, from a farming family, had experience with agriculture but hadn’t tried large-scale vegetable cultivation.
Para.3 Realizing Lauren’s plan required considerable effort.
Para.4 Helping others brings more fulfillment than receiving help; this is what makes Lauren happiest.
【命题意图】
1.What inspired Lauren to start a garden on her family’s farm 此题设置是把信息定位到第一段,本段主要讲述了劳伦·施罗德决心在自家农场种植蔬菜的原因。本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,尤其是连词“So”强调的前后文之间的因果关系。本题旨在考查考生对具体信息的理解能力
2.Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “foreboding” in Paragraph 3 此题设置是把信息定位到第三段,本段主要讲述了劳伦的计划所涉及的工作。本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断出单词在语境中的具体意思,特别要注意劳伦的母亲说的话及其语气。旨在考查考生根据上下文、语境及生活常识理解单词词义的能力
3.How did Lauren research the plants for her garden 此题设置是把信息定位到第三段,本段主要讲述了劳伦的计划所涉及的工作。本题要求考生特别注意正确答案与原文信息的对应与替换。本题旨在考查考生对第三段中细节信息的理解能力
4.What is the central theme of the article 根据本文整体结构可知,本文主要讲述了劳伦·施罗德因在食物收容所做志愿者时发现那里缺乏新鲜蔬菜,决心在自家农场种植蔬菜,为需要的人提供新鲜食材,实现助人梦想。本题考查考生根据所读内容对文章主旨的归纳和总结的能力
1.What inspired Lauren to start a garden on her family’s farm
A.Her parents’ encouragement.
B.Her interest in farming and agriculture.
C.Her desire to become a professional gardener.
D.Her experience volunteering at a food shelter.
【解析】选D。细节理解题。根据第一段可知,劳伦在食物收容所做志愿者时,发现捐赠的食物中缺乏新鲜蔬菜,这激发了她开辟菜园的想法。故选D项。
2.Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “foreboding” in Paragraph 3
A.Satisfaction.　　 B.Concern.
C.Anger. D.Pride.
【解析】选B。词义猜测题。根据后文“I was wondering, ‘Oh my gosh, how much work is this going to be ’ I wasn’t sure whether this would work.(我在想,‘哦,我的天哪,这要做多少工作 ’我不确定这是否可行)”可推知,她的母亲对她做的工作是有一些担心的,所以推知foreboding应是“担心”之意,和B项意思相近。故选B项。
3.How did Lauren research the plants for her garden
A.She consulted professional gardeners.
B.She studied books and manuals on gardening.
C.She conducted online research on plant species.
D.She attended agricultural courses and workshops.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据第三段“Lauren researched plants online, checking which species needed more shade, how much water was required, and when to harvest each crop.(劳伦在网上研究植物,检查哪些物种需要更多的阴凉,需要多少水,以及何时收获每种作物。)”可知,她通过在线研究植物种类。故选C项。
4.What is the central theme of the article
A.The Schroeders’ family farming traditions.
B.The importance of volunteering at a food shelter.
C.The challenges of starting a vegetable garden on a large scale.
D.Lauren Schroeder’s project to provide fresh vegetables to needy families.
【解析】选D。主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是第一段中“Caring Lauren Schroeder was inspired to help bring healthy food to needy families in her community.(Lauren Schroeder充满爱心,她受到启发,帮助社区里有需要的家庭提供健康食物。)”可知,文章主要讲述了劳伦的善行,她在自家农场中开辟出菜园,种植各种蔬菜,为有需要的家庭提供健康食物。故选D项。
B
(2026·三明模拟)
　　In 1984, Carter became a member of Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization focusing on building affordable homes.
Founded in 1976, Habitat for Humanity had built 342 homes by 1980.After the Carters joined, that number climbed rapidly, reaching 10,000 by 1991.By 2023, the organization had built or repaired more than 45,000 homes.Now, it has branches in all 50 U.S.states and works in more than 70 countries.
Carter’s connection with Habitat for Humanity began with a visit to one of its work sites in New York City, where volunteers were repairing an old building.Struck by the challenging task, he joked that he would have to return to lend his carpentry(木工的) skills.Soon after, Carter organized a group of volunteers and returned to the site.He and his wife, Rosalynn, worked alongside other volunteers during the day and shared dormitories with them at night.
Over the course of more than 35 years, the Carters worked with over 104,000 volunteers in 14 countries to build and repair nearly 4,400 homes.They also raised funds for Habitat for Humanity, connected its leaders with global officials, and helped promote its mission round the world.Known for his discipline, Carter was a demanding taskmaster.He expected volunteers to arrive on time to ensure focus on the task at hand.Typically on the Tuesday night of the workweek, Carter would visit each home construction site to see if the projects were on schedule.If they weren’t, he would call on additional volunteers to keep progress on track.
In 2019, at age 95, Carter took part in his final Habitat for Humanity project in Nashville.He had fallen at home the day before and showed up at the work site with a bandage on his forehead.Despite this, he still assembled(组装) and painted wooden pieces for multiple homes.For many Americans, Carter was the face of Habitat for Humanity, as he truly put his money where his mouth was.
【文章大意】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了卡特加入“仁人家园”组织后,推动其快速发展,多年参与房屋建造修复工作,展现出严格负责的态度,成为该组织的代言人。
5.What can we learn about Habitat for Humanity from the first two paragraphs
A.It aims to improve the standard of living.
B.It develops rapidly around the world.
C.It was founded by Carter in 1984.
D.It is intended to make a profit.
【解析】选B。细节理解题。根据第二段“By 2023, the organization had built or repaired more than 45,000 homes.Now, it has branches in all 50 U.S.states and works in more than 70 countries.(到2023年,该组织已经建造或修复了超过45 000所房屋。现在,它在美国所有50个州都设有分支机构,并在70多个国家开展工作。)”可知,从前两段可以了解到“仁人家园”在全球发展迅速。故选B。
6.What inspired Carter to join Habitat for Humanity
A.His desire to use his carpentry skills.
B.His interest in organizing groups.
C.His visit to a construction site.
D.His previous experience.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据第三段“Carter’s connection with Habitat for Humanity began with a visit to one of its work sites in New York City, where volunteers were repairing an old building.Struck by the challenging task, he joked that he would have to return to lend his carpentry skills.(卡特与“仁人家园”的联系始于他参观了“仁人家园”在纽约市的一个工地,那里的志愿者正在修复一栋旧建筑。被这项具有挑战性的任务所打动,他开玩笑说,他必须回来施展他的木工技能。)”可知,是参观建筑工地激发了卡特加入“仁人家园”的想法。故选C。
7.Which of the following can best describe Carter
A.Energetic and adventurous.
B.Selfless and humorous.
C.Skillful and confident.
D.Strict and responsible.
【解析】选D。推理判断题。根据第四段“Known for his discipline, Carter was a demanding taskmaster.He expected volunteers to arrive on time to ensure focus on the task at hand.Typically on the Tuesday night of the workweek, Carter would visit each home construction site to see if the projects were on schedule.If they weren’t, he would call on additional volunteers to keep progress on track.(卡特以纪律严明著称,是个要求苛刻的监工。他希望志愿者们能准时到达,以确保专注于手头的任务。通常在工作周的周二晚上,卡特会去每个房屋建筑工地查看项目是否按计划进行。如果没有,他会呼吁更多的志愿者来保持进度。)”可知,卡特是严格且负责的。故选D。
8.What’s a suitable title for the text
A.Carter: An experienced carpenter worker
B.Carter: The Face of Habitat for Humanity
C.Habitat for Humanity: A Global Movement
D.Habitat for Humanity: A Construction Project
【解析】选B。标题归纳题。根据最后一段“For many Americans, Carter was the face of Habitat for Humanity, as he truly put his money where his mouth was.(对许多美国人来说,卡特是“仁人家园”的代言人,因为他真正做到了言行一致。)”并结合全文内容可知,本文主要讲述了卡特与“仁人家园”的故事,以及他为“仁人家园”所作出的贡献,所以“卡特:‘仁人家园’的代言人”最适合作为文章标题。故选B。
Ⅱ.七选五(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
Life is filled with numerous victories and downfalls; what matters is how you tackle each situation.Whether it is your schooling or a serious life struggle, you must learn to turn the page and change your life for the better.　9　
You might find yourself in a dead end.　10　 This will help you mark your future decisions.Every thing that you faced until now was just a part of the problem and everything that comes after the line will be part of the solution.Don’t take the whole thing as suffering; instead, it is a learning experience.Make sure that you won’t let anything hold you back and will try to be better each day.
When handling a tough situation, you may need some extra help.Connect with people that have gone through the same trials as you have.During the interactions, you will notice the different patterns which made them successful.　11　 Their experiences are beneficial to lifting your spirits and truly help you out.
Another amazing approach is to make sensible and favorable choices for yourself.Engaging in battles and struggles is going to be very hard.　12　 Picture your goals in your mind and make sensible steps towards them with each passing day.Remember to do what actually works and make sure that nothing stands in your way.
The past is a part of your history, but not a part of your destiny.Life moves on and so should we.　13　 The new chapter of your life is coming for you.
A.Now it’s your turn to think outside the box.
B.We must forgive ourselves to begin the next chapter.
C.Here’s how you can create a new chapter in your life.
D.What you can do in this situation is draw a mental line.
E.However, giving up and being stuck in pain will be even harder.
F.Let your tears and sweat water the seeds of your future happiness.
G.Besides, you will obtain the motivation you can’t find in yourself.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 议论文
主题 语境 人与自我(正确的生活态度)
语篇 内容 本文主要阐释了生活中充满胜利与挫折,胜败不是关键,关键在于我们如何面对胜败。对此,文章提出了几个建议,包括在困境中给自己划一条心理界限以区分问题与解决方案、向经历过相似挑战的人寻求帮助以获取成功模式和动力、为自己做出明智和有利的选择并坚定地向目标迈进,以及放下过去、展望未来以迎接人生的新篇章。
语篇 结构 Para.1 Here’s how you can create a new chapter in your life.
Para.2 What you can do in this situation is draw a mental line.
Para.3 When handling a tough situation, you may need some extra help.
Para.4 Another amazing approach is to make sensible and favorable choices for yourself.
Para.5 Let your tears and sweat water the seeds of your future happiness.
9.【解析】选C。此空为文章第一段最后一句,起到承上启下的作用。上文提到我们需要学会翻页并改变生活,而下文则是对如何实现这一点的具体说明。因此,C选项“以下是如何在你的生活中创造一个新篇章”正好作为过渡句,引出下文的具体建议,故选C项。
10.【解析】选D。本段主要讲述在困境中如何给自己划一条心理界限。D选项中的“draw a mental line”与后文“This will help you mark your future decisions”相呼应,表明划这条心理界限是为了帮助自己做出未来的决定,故选D项。
11.【解析】选G。此空位于第三段末尾,前文提到向经历过相似挑战的人寻求帮助可以注意到他们成功的不同模式。G选项中的“obtain the motivation”与前文提到的学习成功模式相呼应,表明从他人经验中可以获得自己无法找到的动力,故选G项。
12.【解析】选E。本段主要讲述为自己做出明智选择的重要性。E选项中的“giving up and being stuck in pain”与前文提到的“Engaging in battles and struggles is going to be very hard”形成对比,表明放弃和陷入痛苦比面对挑战还要困难,故选E项。
13.【解析】选F。F选项中的“Let your tears and sweat water the seeds of your future happiness”与前文提到的放下过去、展望未来相呼应,表明过去的泪水和汗水将滋养未来幸福的种子。这句话也鼓励读者以积极的态度面对过去和未来,迎接人生的新篇章,故选F项。
- 11 -核心素养测评 Unit 1　Festivals and Celebrations
(30分钟　32.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共7小题;每小题2.5分,满分17.5分)
A
In Switzerland, a variety of unique festivals take place throughout the year, each offering a distinct cultural experience and unforgettable moments to locals and visitors alike.The following are three typical festivals.
Mid-January: Grindelwald World Snow Festival
Every year sculptors from all over the world gather in Grindelwald.During this six-day festival, the streets of the snowy town become an awesome museum with temporary creations decorating every corner.The white statues are greatly attractive to both locals and tourists.
June: Fête de la Musique, Geneva
Fête de la Musique is run annually, taking over the streets of Lausanne every summer.Over 50 places show off musicians from across the globe, celebrating a range of music.It is worth noting that most roads are blocked during the festival, and it is best to travel by public transport.The Geneva Fête de la Musique this year was held from 22—27 June.
July—August: Fête des Vignerons, Vevey
The Fête des Vignerons takes place every 20 or so years in Vevey, which is full of activities, history and centuries-old traditions and was the first Swiss intangible cultural heritage(非物质文化遗产) included into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2016.The latest festival was held from 18 July to 11 August, 2019.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 应用文
主题 语境 人与社会(不同民族文化习俗和传统节日)
语篇 内容 文章介绍了瑞士极具特色的三个节日
语篇 结构 Para.1 The following are three typical festivals.
Para.2 Mid-January: Grindelwald World Snow Festival
Para.3 June: Fête de la Musique, Geneva
Para.4 July—August: Fête des Vignerons, Vevey
1.What do Grindelwald World Snow Festival and Fête de la Musique have in common
A.They cause heavy traffic.
B.They attract global sculptors.
C.They have the same duration.
D.They feature live music shows.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据第二段 “在这个为期六天的节日里”和第三段最后一句“今年的日内瓦音乐节于6月22日至27日举行”可知,这两个节日持续时间相同。故选C。
2.What do we know about Fête des Vignerons
A.It lasts more than a month.
B.It is held on a yearly basis.
C.It got UNESCO’s recognition.
D.It is a gathering of musicians.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据第四段 “这个节日是瑞士第一个非物质文化遗产,于2016年被列入联合国教科文组织世界遗产名录”可知,这个节日得到了联合国教科文组织的认可。故选C。
3.Which column of a magazine is the passage probably from
A.Cultural Exploration.
B.Photography and Art.
C.Geographical Features.
D.Opinions and Analysis.
【解析】选A。推理判断题。文章主要介绍了瑞士三个节日的庆祝习俗和文化特色,所以文章可能来自杂志的文化探索栏目。故选A。
【解锁阅读障碍】
熟词生义:run vt.组织,举办
B
There are many traditional Chinese festivals.Among them, the Spring Festival, the Tomb-Sweeping Day, the Dragon Boat Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival are the main ones.On the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar(农历的) month every year, people celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.
In ancient China, festival time was mostly related to the moon’s movement.The moon symbolizes softness and brightness, and brings joy to people.
The moon is the most beautiful of the year on the Mid-Autumn Festival.Autumn is a harvest season.There are good harvests across China.The crops(庄稼) that the farmers get make them very happy.
On the Mid-Autumn night, families will get together, admire the moon, taste the mooncakes and enjoy the happy family reunion.The Mid-Autumn Festival has lasted for over thousands of years and formed a tradition of life._______ It goes more than a festival and is given rich cultural connotations.Reunion is the theme of the Mid-Autumn Festival and gives endless inspiration to the ancient and modern poets.There are a lot of popular poems left and spread through the ages.
“As the bright moon rises above the sea, everyone far away enjoys the same moment.” “When will the moon be clear and bright Holding a cup of wine, and I ask the blue sky.” The two poems express people’s expectations of perfection(对完美的期望).
“Looking up, I find the moon bright.Bowing, in homesickness, I’m drowned.”The full moon on the Mid-Autumn night makes people miss their family and loved ones.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文
主题 语境 人与社会(不同民族文化习俗和传统节日)
语篇 内容 本文讲了中国有很多传统节日,详细介绍了人们是如何庆祝中秋节的
语篇 结构 Para.1 There are many traditional Chinese festivals.
Para.2 In ancient China, festival time was mostly related to the moon’s movement.
Para.3 The moon is the most beautiful of the year on the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Para.4 On the Mid-Autumn night, families will get together, admire the moon, taste the mooncakes and enjoy the happy family reunion.
Para.5 The two poems express people’s expectations of perfection.
Para.6 The full moon on the Mid-Autumn night makes people miss their family and loved ones.
【命题意图】
4.How did the writer begin the text 本题旨在考查考生对本文写作手法的分析与掌握
5.What does the underlined word “harvest” mean in the third paragraph 本题要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,推断出单词在语境中的具体意思。旨在考查考生根据上下文、语境及生活常识理解单词词义的能力
6.Which of the following sentences can be put in the blank in Paragraph 4 本题旨在考查考生根据所读内容对句子之间逻辑联系的理解能力
7.What’s the best title for the text 本题是理解文章主旨题,要求考生根据对文章信息的理解,找出一个能最佳概括文章主旨要义的题目。考查考生根据所读内容对于文章主旨的归纳和总结的能力
4.How did the writer begin the text
A.By giving examples.
B.By asking a question.
C.By telling a story.
D.By showing some poems.
【解析】选A。细节理解题。根据“There are many traditional Chinese festivals.Among them, the Spring Festival...On the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month every year, people celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.”可知,作者是通过举例子开始的。故选A。
5.What does the underlined word “harvest” mean in the third paragraph
A.The way of bringing the crops together.
B.The way to plant something in the field.
C.The time of the year when the crops are gathered in.
D.The time to catch a number of animals or fish.
【解析】选C。词义猜测题。根据“Autumn is a harvest season. There are good harvests across China.”可知“harvest”意为“一年中庄稼收获的时节”。故选C。
6.Which of the following sentences can be put in the blank in Paragraph 4
A.What a wonderful time!
B.It’s not just a sign of time.
C.You can have a great time.
D.Enjoy yourself with your family.
【解析】选B。推理判断题。根据“It goes more than a festival and is given rich cultural connotations.”及联系上下文可知,此处说的是节日的内涵,所以“这不仅仅是时间的标志”符合。故选B。
7.What’s the best title for the text
A.How to Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival
B.Enjoy Your Day on the Mid-Autumn Festival
C.Popular Poems about the Mid-Autumn Festival
D.A Traditional Chinese Festival—the Mid-Autumn Festival
【解析】选D。最佳标题题。根据“There are many traditional Chinese festivals...On the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month every year, people celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.”及结合全文内容可知,本文讲的是中国的一个传统节日——中秋节。故选D。
【解锁阅读障碍】
【生疏词汇】
1.symbolize　　 vt.象征;用符号表现vi.采用象征;使用符号;作为……的象征
2.connotation n.内涵意义,隐含意义,联想意义
3.reunion n.(有组织的)聚会,团聚;重逢,团圆;再联合,重新统一
【长难句分析】
There are a lot of popular poems left and spread through the ages.
【分析】本句主句是There are a lot of popular poems。 left and spread through the ages是过去分词短语作后置定语,修饰poems,表示poems与left及spread之间的被动关系。
【翻译】有许多流行的诗歌被留下来,并在各个时代广为流传。
Ⅱ.语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
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　　International Museum Day was observed in 1977 in Moscow for the first time aimed at directing the world’s attention to the contributions of museums to humankind.Since then, International Museum Day 8.has been celebrated(celebrate) annually.Museums are undoubtedly places 9.where you can promote mutual understanding, interaction, and world peace.Museums are vital places for cultural exchange and enrichment as well as for the 10.development(develop) of peaceful coexistence and cooperation among nations and communities.This day encourages people 11.to visit(visit) museums dedicated to many fields of human efforts such as agriculture, fashion, astronomy, archaeology, art, 12.and natural history.
Visiting a museum in your community is one of the best ways to mark International Museum Day.You can do this by 13.yourself(you), or with friends or your children.
You can visit a museum 14.virtually(virtual) if you don’t wish to wait in line or deal with crowds.Taking a virtual tour of a museum is in some ways practical because some of the more known museums are likely to be packed 15.with guests.
You can share on social media your ideas or opinions about International Museum Day or a museum you’ve recently visited.This motivates other people to visit 16.museums(museum).
Today, more people than ever before visit museums all over the world.There are also more people 17.studying(study) history at universities now than at any other time.
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