资源简介

UNIT 3　CELEBRATIONS
题组训练1
Ⅰ.阅读
A
(2025·八省联考)
East Yorkshire Attractions
Burnby Hall Gardens & Museum
The Balk,Pocklington YO42 2QF
Tel:01759-307125
The gardens are beautifully laid out with two lakes,which are home to a vast collection of fish.We also have Stewart Museum,a children’s playground,a book & gift shop,and tearooms.Sunday band concerts and events are available throughout the year.
Open:10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Prices:Adults ￡4.65,Seniors ￡3.95,Children ￡2.50
Goole Museum
Carlisle Street,Goole DN14 5DS
Tel:01405-768963
The museum explores the colourful history of the town and port of Goole,with plenty of hands-on exhibits for younger visitors.The temporary exhibition gallery has a wide range of art craft (工艺) and local history exhibitions which changes every month.
Open:10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Free
Sledmere House
Sledmere,Driffield YO25 3XG
Tel:01377-236637
Sledmere House is one of Yorkshire’s most attractive houses.We have an award-winning garden,a military museum,a children’s play area,and a café & gift shop.Organ music is played on Thursday afternoons.
Open:11:30 am to 3:30 pm
Prices:Adults ￡8.00,Seniors ￡6.00,Children ￡3.00
Bridlington Bird & Animal Park
Bridlington,East Yorkshire YO15 3QF
Tel:01262-673653
The family-run park is set in a wonderful woodland environment.It offers daily shows of pig racing.We also have a range of birds and other animals to offer a fun-filled day out for families.
Open:10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Prices:Adults ￡4.50,Seniors ￡4.00,Children ￡3.50
(　　)1.Which attraction hosts temporary exhibitions
A.Goole Museum. B.Burnby Hall Gardens & Museum.
C.Sledmere House. D.Bridlington Bird & Animal Park.
(　　)2.What can tourists do at Sledmere House
A.Feed a wide range of animals. B.Watch a band concert on Sunday.
C.Explore the history of the town. D.Enjoy organ music on Thursday.
(　　)3.What is the ticket price for children at Bridlington Bird &Animal Park
A.￡2.50. B.￡3.00. C.￡3.50. D.￡4.00.
B
With the arrival of the summer heat,culture-themed ice creams are once again trending across social media platforms in China.
Museums,scenic spots,amusement parks and even universities have once again rolled out their unique culture-themed ice creams this year.These ice creams are often tiny copies of famous landmarks or cultural relics that offer visitors a delight for the taste buds.
The trend of culture-themed ice creams began in 2019 when the Old Summer Palace in Beijing was one of the first scenic spots in China to introduce lotus-shaped (荷花形状的) ice creams.It was inspired by that in 2017 eleven ancient lotus seeds were discovered in a pool at the Old Summer Palace.Six of these ancient lotus seeds bloomed in the summer of 2019.So to mark the occasion,staff at the Old Summer Palace designed ice creams shaped like lotus blossoms. These ice creams were widely loved by visitors,not only serving as a cold treat but also offering a unique way for visitors to connect with their cultural heritage.
To protect their cultural relics,many museums have put up signs prohibiting photography or the use of a flash.However,culture-themed ice creams provide an alternative way for visitors to catch memories of their visits.Various flavours offer visitors a choice of colours and ingredients for the ice cream,which reflects the local characteristics and charm of these cold treats.It is also suggested by the museums that the visitors can take the carved ice cream bars home with them to use as bookmarks.
For many young people,taking photos of themselves standing alongside cultural landmarks is an artistic preference from their parents’ generation.To them,a selfie (自拍) with a culture-themed ice cream is a much cooler way to show their travel experiences and bridges the gap between modern life and distant historical relics.
(　　)4.What can we learn about culture-themed ice creams from the first two paragraphs
A. Visitors spend much money on them.
B.They may be shaped like landmarks.
C.Visitors are eager to try their taste.
D.They are made due to summer heat.
(　　)5.What inspired the idea of culture-themed ice creams
A. The Old Summer Palace. B.The wide love by visitors.
C.The blossoms of the six seeds. D.The discovery of ancient lotus.
(　　)6.For what are culture-themed ice creams well-received
A. Protecting cultural relics. B.Remembering one’s visit.
C.Being used as bookmarks. D.Offering visitors various flavours.
(　　)7.Why do the youth take the selfie with a culture-themed ice cream
A. To do something different.
B.To bridge the gap with their parents.
C.To show their cooler way to travel.
D.To show their connection with culture.
C
(2025·重庆巴蜀中学高三模拟)
It was May 1945 when what would become one of America’s most common home-cooking techniques first entered the English vocabulary.In her cookbook,How to Cook and Eat in Chinese,Chinese immigrant Chao Yang Buwei described a process common in China,in which cooks would cut meat and vegetables into small pieces and then tumble (翻) them rapidly together over heat.“The Chinese term for the technique,ch’ao,cannot be accurately translated into English,” Chao decided,“We shall call it ‘stir-fry’ for short.” The term has since taken on a life of its own.Nowadays,stir-frying isn’t just a method—“stir-fry” has become its own category of recipe.
Chao came to cooking unexpectedly.She moved to America with her husband in 1921 after her husband was offered a job at Harvard.Bored at home and only able to speak a little English,she turned to cooking dishes that reminded her of China.She eventually agreed when a friend earnestly persuaded her to write a cookbook,which was then translated by Chao’s daughter and polished up by her linguist husband.
Her cookbook succeeded,going into multiple printings by 1945.English-language Chinese cookbooks had been published as far back as 1911 in America,but Chao’s was the first that refused to westernise Chinese cooking.“I’ll show you how to cook crab dishes with real crabs,” Chao told readers in a passage where she forbade them from using sea crabs in place of the freshwater variety.Using the former,she reasoned,would result in “a caricature (夸张的描述) of the Chinese dish”.During Chao’s era,it might have been easier for foreign cooks in America to please the American tastes with substitutions.She wore her Chinese heritage with pride.She didn’t follow suit.
Chao pioneered a new cooking method in America.Unwilling to compromise,she was a true visionary.Sadly,she died in 1981.
(　　)8.What can be learnt about “ch’ao”
A.It is a recognised cooking method now.
B.It was accurately translated into “stir-fry” by Chao.
C.It means tumbling many big pieces of ingredients over heat.
D.It was a common term already used in American cooking before 1945.
(　　)9.Why did Chao turn to traditional Chinese cooking when moving to America
A.She happened to take an interest in cooking.
B.She didn’t know any American way of cooking.
C.She was bored to stay at home only to learn English.
D.She missed her homeland and her country’s cuisine.
(　　)10.What is special about Chao’s cookbook
A.It was the first to emphasise the use of freshwater crabs over sea crabs.
B.It was the most successful cookbook published on Chinese cooking.
C.It was the first to be faithful to real Chinese cooking and recipes.
D.It tried to please the American tastes as other similar cookbooks.
(　　)11.Which of the following best describes Chao
A.Academic and unfailingly helpful.
B.Pioneering and culturally proud.
C.Recognised and linguistically talented.
D.Adaptable and technically achieved.
Ⅱ.语法填空
(2025·八省联考)
In 2010,the UN Department of Global Communications instituted language days for each of the organization’s six official languages.The goal was two-fold:1.　　　　(celebrate) cultural diversity as well as to promote the equal use of all six 2.　　　　(tongue).
Language is the carrier of communication,the bridge of interaction between nations,3.　　　　 the bond of understanding among civilizations.At the same time,a language and its individual
4.　　　　(write) forms make up the “soul” of a nation’s cultural tradition.Every language is worthy of respect and should 5.　　　　(treat) equally.
The UN Chinese Language Day not only provides a unique platform 6.　　　　 the world to better understand China,but also 7.　　　　(promote) language and cultural exchanges in the world.
Today,more than 70 countries have included the Chinese language in their education systems.Chinese plays an increasingly important role in 8.　　　　(improve) communication and cooperation between China and 9.　　　　 rest of the world.As more and more foreigners start to study the Chinese language and experience Chinese culture,the world will have a better understanding of China and its rich history,its hard-working people,its development through
10.　　　　(innovate),and its inclusiveness.China,on its part,will also embrace (拥抱) the world with greater openness and make new contributions to the international community.
题组训练2
Ⅰ.阅读
A
(2025·山东济宁一模)
The building of Sanxingdui Museum is crowded with visitors,many of whom were drawn to a bronze figure with a twisted head.Tourists stop to admire the remarkable artifact (手工艺品),which was unearthed by archaeologist Xu.After graduating from Peking University,Xu has been working for Sichuan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology,leading the excavation of Pit No 4 where the statue was found.The young man emphasises that archaeological excavation is arduous (艰难的),yet the thrill of discovering new relics remains unforgettable.
To increase awareness of cultural heritage diversity,18 April has been set by UNESCO as the International Day for Monuments and Sites.Like Xu,many young Chinese people are playing significant roles in excavating,exploring,protecting and promoting cultural relics.Born in 1992,Zhang has served as a guide at Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum for over 10 years.He sets himself apart from other guides by incorporating techniques from traditional Chinese comedy xiangsheng,or crosstalk,into his explanations.He views his role as not just a job but a legacy,being the third generation in his family to work with the Terracotta Warriors.His grandfather was among the museum’s founding builders while his uncle is a professor in an archaeological team based there.Now,it’s Zhang’s turn to become a storyteller of the Terracotta Warriors.
Wu,a Chinese blogger born in the 1990s,offers people dynamic insights into the beauty of Chinese civilisation through his acclaimed (受到高度赞扬的) “national cultural relics map” which has gone viral online.Wu has marked a great number of cultural heritage locations, including temples,ancient pagodas,traditional residences,bridges and towers on the dynamic map.Dots of varying colours represent different levels of cultural heritage protection and museum grades.Together,they form “the most distinct colours” on our land,Wu says.Looking ahead,Wu aims to refine and update the map based on suggestions from network users,desiring to eventually share the valuable resource with other history and culture enthusiasts.
(　　)1.Which words can describe Xu’s feeling about archaeological excavation
A.Annoying and struggling.
B.Boring but rewarding.
C.Painstaking but exciting.
D.Creative and diligent.
(　　)2.What makes Zhang different from other guides
A.Offering dynamic insights into the beauty of Chinese civilisation.
B.Integrating comedy techniques into his interpretation.
C.Marking cultural heritage locations on a dynamic map.
D.Increasing people’s awareness of cultural heritage diversity.
(　　)3.What is Wu’s new vision for the future
A.To adopt the proposals of netizens to refresh the map.
B.To become a storyteller of the Terracotta Warriors.
C.To collaborate with Internet users to refine the map.
D.To mark more heritage locations on the dynamic map.
(　　)4.What does the author want to convey in the text
A.The significance of promoting cultural heritage.
B.Chinese young people’s efforts to promote cultural heritage.
C.The importance of increasing awareness of cultural heritage.
D.The challenges of promoting and protecting cultural heritage.
B
Shuangjiang is the 18th of 24 solar terms (节气) in the Chinese lunar calendar.It refers to the time when frost starts to fall across China,or “the dews(露水)were frozen into frost” because of the coldness,as recorded in ancient Chinese books.
By the time of Shuangjiang,most of the harvesting work is already completed in northern China,and farmers are now able to enjoy a period of rest.But in the south the harvest is still on the go.Farmers have to take home the sweet potatoes before they are destroyed by the coming frost.After a year of farming,it is the time to plow the fields and prepare the soil for next year in both south and north.
Autumn might be the most colourful season in China with the leaves turning from golden yellow to red.Hiking has become popular since the ancient times as people can enjoy the special autumnal scenery.Du Mu,a well-known poet from the Tang Dynasty wrote the beautiful scenery in a poem:“I stopped the coach as charmed by the maple woods.Frosted autumn leaves outshine February flowers in redness.”
The Double Ninth Festival,a festival for the elders,also falls during the season.Going hiking in the highlands is part of the celebrations practised by the ancient Chinese people.
“Keeping warm” becomes the most important thing at this time of the year as the weather is getting colder.Persimmon (柿子) is the favoured fruit in many areas.The Chinese believe that persimmons could not only keep off the coldness,but strengthen the muscles and bones.Also, chicken or mutton soup is believed to be good for the sleep and advised for the diet.
Shuangjiang brings the frost and freezing wind,and autumn has come to an end.But for most Chinese,it is not necessarily a sad time because in winter,they are able to have different but equally beautiful scenery.
(　　)5.Shuangjiang is the 　　　 of the twenty-four solar terms.
A. 10th B.15th C.18th D.20th
(　　)6.What is the main idea of the 5th paragraph
A. Tell the differences of the harvest in China’s south and north.
B.Explain why Shuangjiang gets its name.
C.Advise some activities to enjoy the colourful season.
D.Introduce the ways to stay warm before the coming of winter.
(　　)7.Which of the following statements about Shuangjiang is TRUE according to the text
A.People believe eating persimmons in Shuangjiang can help get rid of coldness.
B.Shuangjiang is the best time for people hoping to lose weight to take exercises.
C.Farmers in the south of China can enjoy a great rest during Shuangjiang.
D.Shuangjiang is the end of summer and the beginning of autumn of a year.
(　　)8.What’s the best title of the passage
A. What Causes Frost’s Descent B.Time to Say Goodbye to Autumn
C.Enjoy the Beautiful Autumn D.Prepare for a Good Harvest
Ⅱ.七选五
Bonding Over Dumplings Online
In October,our Students’ Union held an online culture café to allow our schoolmates to learn how to make Chinese dumplings together.The international group brought together members from China,India,Malaysia,Indonesia and Australia.1.　　
After introducing the process of wrapping dumplings,we wrapped the meat filling into the centre of the dumplings.Some foreign schoolmates were quite confused because they pressed the edges with the palms of their hands.2.　　　 To make a beautiful dumpling,it’s important to pinch(捏住) its edges a little tighter and push the sides towards the centre to seal them to guarantee that the fillings will not fall out while cooking.
One schoolmate from Australia said she never knew how much fun it was to make dumplings before,and she was curious about why dumplings are so popular with the Chinese.3.　　　 When I was a kid,my grandma told me the underlying(潜在的)culture of dumplings is its inclusiveness and diversity.Different types of fillings suit different eating preferences for Chinese people.Thus, dumplings will come with a variety of fillings,such as pork and cabbage,chicken and mushroom, shrimp and vegetarian fillings.4.　　　 No matter what types of fillings are in dumplings,people focus more on their symbolism and expectations.
5.　　　 Not only did we have an enjoyable discussion about wrapping dumplings,but we also conveyed a positive and inclusive attitude towards cultural diversity.It was a positive experience,and the foreign schoolmates got a better understanding of Chinese food and Chinese culture.
A.The dumplings were all delicious.
B.The online session was meaningful.
C.However,some foreign schoolmates learnt quickly.
D.There is no “one standard filling” for all types of dumplings.
E.Born in a traditional Chinese family,I shared my story with her.
F.Therefore,we taught our schoolmates step by step.
G.The activity fostered an exchange of cooking skills and cultural experiences.
Ⅲ.读后续写
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“Bye,Mom; bye,Dad; don’t worry.We’ll take care of everything!” Carly waved from the front door of the shop as her parents drove off.They were headed for a well-deserved vacation from their candy store,and Carly had promised them she’d be able to run it by herself.Her parents didn’t quite agree,however,so they gave in to each other by having Carly’s Aunt Maggie come over and help.Her parents often called her aunt “uniquely creative”,but it didn’t matter; Carly always had fun when her aunt was around.
Maggie blew into the store happily.“All right,Carly my love,what do we do first ” she smiled at her niece.Carly knew clearly the main job was to serve customers,so she could hardly wait to make her best candies.Seeing them on display,Aunt Maggie bit a bite of the chocolate mint- flavored candy.“It’s good,but... unoriginal,” commented her aunt.“We can do better.”
Before Carly could question what Maggie meant,she had gone to investigate the kitchen in the back.Shortly,she came back,hands full of items.“We need to add some of these to better the basic taste.” “Brussels sprouts(芽甘蓝粉) ” Carly looked at her aunt,surprised and puzzled.She couldn’t be serious! But she was.Carly’s eyes grew wide as she watched her aunt mix it together. “And some spicy sauce (辣酱汁) That’s definitely an ice cream flavour.The cold will perfectly make candies less spicy!” Carly shook her head as Maggie continued her strange candy combinations: lemonade-flavored candy,barbeque-flavored candy...
Carly looked up as the bell over the front door rang,announcing some customers.Three boys came in and approached the counter.“Try something new!” insisted Maggie,offering the first boy a piece of the Brussels sprouts candy she had made,the second boy a spoon of hot sauce...Puzzled, but too polite to argue,the boys left the store.
“There go our customers.Nobody will want to shop here!” Carly said to herself.The store was quiet.Carly sat behind the counter,not knowing what to wait for.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
With the sound of the bell again,the boys came back.
Paragraph 2:
Carly had never seen the shop so busy!
[情节构建]
情节线 情感线
Who 　　　 　　　 　　　 　　　 　　　
When
Where
What
Conflict & Clue Conflict: Clue:
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Para.1 With the sound of the bell again, the boys came back. Q1: Q2: Q3:
Para.2 Carly had never seen the shop so busy! Q1: Q2: Q3: 必修　第一册
UNIT 1　LIFE CHOICES
题组训练1
Ⅰ.阅读
A
　　Facing the growing digital economy and new positions incubated (孵化) in the sector such as delivery men and live-streaming hosts,young people,especially those born after 2000,are expressing a stronger willingness for flexible work relations with companies,and also wish to become “digital workers” with flexible work locations and schedules.
A report from Peking University’s National School of Development released on Wednesday said that nearly 66 percent of surveyed employees born after 2000 prefer to work from home.The number is higher than surveyed people born after 1970,with about 54.4 percent of them preferring the new way.
“The Internet can do anything for me.I check emails from my clients and submit my proposals through communication software,then we discuss plans via teleconference.I love working from home actually,” said Mi Lu,a 28-year-old new media operator in Beijing.“It’s a much more convenient and cooler thing.We work everywhere,perhaps in a cafe,or on a bullet train or even on the table of a restaurant.”
Hu Jiayin,an associate professor in Peking University’s National School of Development, concluded that their survey shows that young people desire freedom in their jobs,but also wish for stability in their careers because of uncertainties brought by the fast-changing digital economy.
“But the development of the digital economy also brings great uncertainties and a sense of insecurity to the working population,so we’ve found some interesting things during our surveys that over 30 percent of job seekers we’ve surveyed wish to have a stable job at state-owned companies,” she added.
Li Jun,vice-president of a company,said that the greatest risk to those seeking flexible work is whether the company pays the salary fully and on time.“It’s necessary for job seekers to set up a long-term development plan,rather than be shortsighted.” He added that companies may bear risks that flexible employees can’t deliver high-quality work in a limited time period,which requires the companies to establish a sound work delivery standard to help evaluate employee performance.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了年轻人,尤其是00后喜欢弹性工作制。但弹性工作制也有需要改进的地方。
(　　)1.What attracts the young people to become “digital workers”
A.The increasing network security.
B.The convenient transportation.
C.The flexible working style.
D.The bright prospects.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“and also wish to become ‘digital workers’ with flexible work locations and schedules”可知,年轻人更喜欢工作方式灵活的“数字化员工”的职业,即灵活的工作方式吸引年轻人成为“数字化员工”。故选C。
(　　)2.What do we know about Hu Jiayin’s conclusion
A.Digital economy is interesting and promising.
B.Young people pay little attention to instability in working.
C.30% of surveyed job seekers desire to work in government agencies.
D.The development of digital economy is a double-edged sword for job seekers.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第四、第五段内容可知,数字经济带给求职者自由和灵活的同时,也带来了不确定性和不安全感。即数字经济的发展对求职者来说是一把双刃剑。故选D。
(　　)3.What does Li Jun mean in the last paragraph
A.Job seekers lack ambitions.
B.Employers are shortsighted.
C.Some companies require working overtime.
D.Flexible work conditions need improving.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。最后一段中李军提到:对那些寻求弹性工作的人来说,最大的风险是公司是否按时足额支付工资;求职者有必要制订长期发展计划,而不是目光短浅;公司可能会承担灵活员工无法在有限的时间内提供高质量工作的风险,这要求公司建立健全的工作交付标准,以帮助评估员工表现。因此,李军的意思是弹性工作制需要进一步完善。故选D。
B
(2025·江苏盐城三校高三模拟)
Virtual reality gamers who finished the VR game faster than their fellow gamers also have higher levels of general intelligence and processing capacity.This was the result of a study conducted by Mr Weinmann from the University of Cologne.The results also indicate that virtual reality games can be useful supplementary human-resource-management tools in companies for predicting the job performance of an applicant.
Several studies have already shown that VR games may indicate or even help to develop intellectual and cognitive abilities.As intelligence is one of the most commonly used predictors for job performance,VR games could be interesting for human-resource-management.Although many companies are increasingly using VR technology to recruit(招募)candidates,only a few studies have specifically investigated whether and how VR games can be used to draw conclusions about intelligence in this area.The study contributes to bridging the gap between research and practice.
Weinmann invited 103 participants to his lab.Under controlled laboratory conditions,they played a commercial VR game and completed the short version of the intelligence test BIS-4.The researcher’s analyses show that an increase of 17% in processing capacity correlated with less time spent playing the game (by an average of 3.7 minutes).
The results are a scientific novelty,as it has hardly been possible to conduct VR studies with state-of-the-art VR hardware.There are thus few studies that have investigated the correlation between behavior in VR and intelligence,“There are already some companies that use games,so-called ‘serious games’,for recruiting.The new results are in line with this specific application of VR games and show that they can be used for recruiting,”said Weinmann.
The scientists intend to continue their research on the potential of VR games for practical applications.Among other things,they are investigating how people behave in virtual world.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍的是一项研究发现虚拟现实游戏可以作为人力资源管理的辅助工具,用于对应聘者的工作能力进行测试。
(　　)4.What can we learn from Weinmann’s study
A.The results are far from satisfactory.
B.The participants can play the game freely.
C.It aims to develop intellectual ability.
D.It helps to combine research with practice.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Although many companies are increasingly using VR technology to recruit(招募) candidates...The study contributes to bridging the gap between research and practice.”可知,该项研究填补了在研究与实践之间的空缺,所以这项研究帮助把研究与实践结合起来。故选D。
(　　)5.What is Weinmann’s attitude to the result of the study
A.Unclear. B.Intolerant.
C.Favorable. D.Doubtful.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“‘...The new results are in line with this specific application of VR games and show that they can be used for recruiting,’ said Weinmann.”可知,Weinmann 认为这项研究成果可用于招聘中,所以他对研究结果持赞成态度。故选C。
(　　)6.What is the last paragraph mainly about
A.Limitations of the study.
B.Possible directions for future study.
C.The present situation of the study.
D.The explanation of the research method.
【答案】 B
【解析】 段落大意题。根据尾段内容可知,科学家将继续研究虚拟现实游戏在实际应用中的潜力以及人们在虚拟世界中的行为,由此可推断,该段主要介绍的是未来研究的方向。故选B。
(　　)7.Which of the following is the best title for the text
A.VR games can be used in recruitment
B.VR games can indicate intelligence level
C.VR games improve applicants’ performance
D.VR games have gained popularity in management
【答案】 A
【解析】 标题归纳题。根据首段中的“The results also indicate that virtual reality games...for predicting the job performance of an applicant.”并结合下文对该研究成果的分析可知,本文主要介绍虚拟现实游戏可用于招聘中对应聘人员的工作表现进行测试,所以A项作为文章题目概括了全文内容也体现了文章主题。故选A。
C
　　When I made the decision to quit my full-time employment,I never thought that I could get involved in an increasing global trend.I had to leave my relatively high-profile position for an unexpected move that hurt my pride and prevented me from getting promoted.Yet,I excused my departure by saying “I want to spend more time with my family.”
Curiously,after around two and a half years,my experience in what Americans refer to as“downshifting” has turned my excuse into an absolute reality.I have been transformed from a passionate advocate of Linda Kelsey’s “have it all” concept,which she has been promoting for the past seven years in the pages of a magazine,into a woman who is content to accept a little bit of everything.
I have discovered that abandoning the idea of “juggling your life” and adopting the alternative strategy of “downshifting” has benefits that go far beyond financial success and social status.Nothing could convince me to go back to the lifestyle Kelsey used to promote and which I had previously enjoyed: 12-hour workdays,tight deadlines,the terrifying pressure of office politics,and the demand of being a parent on “quality time”.
After the widespread layoffs (裁员) brought on by cost-cutting in the late 1980s,America started to move towards a simpler,less materialistic way of life as a response to the economic downturn.In America,simplifying one’s life is frequently done for financial reasons,but in Britain,at least among the middle class I know,we have different motivations for doing so.For the women of my generation who were encouraged to keep juggling,downshifting is not so much a search for a mythical (虚无的) good life—growing your own organic vegetables,and risking turning into one—as a personal recognition of your limitations.
【语篇导读】 本文是夹叙夹议文。文章主要讲述了作者辞去之前压力巨大的忙碌的工作后过上了简单、充满意义的生活。
(　　)8.What can we learn from Paragraph 1
A.The writer didn’t take pride in her original job.
B.Full-time employment is a new international trend.
C.The writer was eager to spend more time with her family.
D.The writer was forced to resign due to an external factor.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“I had to leave my...from getting promoted.”可知,一次意想不到的调动伤害了作者的自尊心,阻止了作者升职,作者因此不得不离开相对引人注目的职位。据此可知,是外部原因导致作者辞职的。故选D。
(　　)9.What do we know about downshifting according to the passage
A.The writer abandoned her high social status for downshifting.
B.Downshifting allowed the writer to make her dream come true.
C.The writer changed her way of thinking through downshifting.
D.The writer accepted the concept in a magazine because of downshifting.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“adopting the alternative strategy of ‘downshifting’ has benefits that go far beyond financial success and social status.Nothing could convince me to go back to the lifestyle...previously enjoyed”可知,慢生活的好处有很多,这让作者再也不愿意回到之前的生活方式了,再结合第二段内容可以推测,慢生活改变了作者的思维方式。故选C。
(　　)10.What does the underlined phrase “juggling your life” in Paragraph 3 mean
A.Settling for a bit of everything.
B.Choosing to live a simple life.
C.Adopting a busy and stressful lifestyle.
D.Staying away from a materialistic way of life.
【答案】 C
【解析】 短语猜测题。根据画线短语所在句中的“abandoning the idea of ‘juggling your life’”可知,画线短语讲的是作者之前的生活理念。根据画线短语上文“a passionate advocate of Linda Kelsey’s ‘have it all’ concept”和画线短语下文“12-hour workdays...‘quality time’”可知,作者之前的生活是忙碌的、压力巨大的,C项与画线短语的意思最为接近。故选C。
(　　)11.What does the writer intend to tell us
A.It is never too late to pursue your dream.
B.Downshifting results in a more satisfactory and simpler life.
C.There is a difference between the American and British cultures.
D.People should adopt downshifting to search for mythical experiences.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。本文讲述了作者辞去繁忙的工作后过上了慢生活,这给她带来了意想不到的好处,即第三段中的“adopting the alternative strategy of ‘downshifting’ has benefits that go far beyond financial success and social status”。再根据最后一段中的“move towards a simpler,less materialistic way of life”也可以看出,作者讲述自己的经历是想要告诉读者慢生活能够带来更加令人满意、更简单的生活。故选B。
Ⅱ.语法填空
Cheng Yongmao,1.　　　　 is in his 60s and has been repairing and maintaining the Great Wall’s Jiankou section for nearly two decades,reaches his office at 6:30 a.m. and 2.　　　　 (get) right down to business.
Jiankou is widely considered one of the most dangerous parts of the Great Wall in Beijing and is known by 3.　　　　 (hiker) as the “Wild Wall”.The Great Wall’s Jiankou section has been subjected to natural disasters and human impact after 4.　　　　 (stand) for more than 450 years,and now extremely needs maintenance and reinforcement.
“Construction work is 5.　　　　 (general) conducted from April to October,and now it’s time 6.　　　　 (prepare) documents for future work,” said Cheng.“Previous work has to be reviewed,and historical items 7.　　　　 (unearth) during the cleaning and repairs need to be properly put in files,while construction charts for future efforts have to be readied.”
Cheng’s office is filled 8.　　　　 traces of his dealings with the Great Wall.A dozen walking sticks he made out of branches stand in the corner behind the door,next to 9.　　　　 pile of tools he uses for tiling.Detailed overall plans of the Jiankou section and the restored parts in Huairou District spread across the office walls.They clearly show towers and 10.　　　　 (vary) scenic spots Cheng has mapped using a computer program.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了60多岁的程永茂长期致力于修复与维护北京长城箭扣段的故事,以及他日常工作的内容和重要性。
1.【答案】 who
【解析】 考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知,空处引导非限制性定语从句,修饰先行词Cheng Yongmao,指人,且在从句中作主语,应用关系代词who引导。故填 who。
2.【答案】 gets
【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。空处是句子的谓语动词,根据空前的并列谓语“reaches”可知,句子描述的是程永茂的一般行为习惯,应用一般现在时,主语Cheng Yongmao是第三人称单数,谓语动词get应用第三人称单数形式。故填gets。
3.【答案】 hikers
【解析】 考查名词复数。hiker 是可数名词,空格前没有限定词,应用名词的复数形式作介词by的宾语,表泛指。故填hikers。
4.【答案】 standing
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。空前after是介词,其后需接动名词形式作介词宾语。故填standing。
5.【答案】 generally
【解析】 考查副词。空处应用所给词的副词形式generally“通常”,修饰动词conducted。故填generally。
6.【答案】 to prepare
【解析】 考查动词不定式。此处考查固定句型“it’s time to do sth”,意为“是时候做某事了”,空处应用动词不定式形式。故填 to prepare。
7.【答案】 unearthed
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子可知,空处应用非谓语动词作后置定语,修饰historical items,且historical items与unearth之间是被动关系,应用过去分词,表示“被发掘的历史物品”。故填unearthed。
8.【答案】 with
【解析】 考查介词。be filled with为固定搭配,意为“充满”。故填with。
9.【答案】 a
【解析】 考查冠词。pile 是可数名词,首次提及,且pile以辅音音素开头,故空处应用不定冠词a,a pile of表示“一堆”。故填a。
10.【答案】 various/varied
【解析】 考查形容词。空处应用形容词作定语修饰名词短语scenic spots。故填various/varied。
题组训练2
Ⅰ.阅读
A
　　Ke’Nyzjah Ferebee was standing by the kitchen worktop,adding cupcake liners to a pan.She used an ice cream spoon to fill each with cake batter (面糊) to ensure they would look identical.A finished group sat on the counter with white buttercream on top.The cupcakes were for a 2-year-old’s princess-themed birthday party.The next day,she had orders for a two-tiered cake and two birthday cakes.
While most teenagers are spending the summer hanging out with friends and working, Ke’Nyzjah is filling orders,updating her website and getting new branding photos.She owns and operates KayKe Bakery,a home-based business,specialising in custom cakes and cupcakes.She offers 14 flavours.She requires at least two to four weeks’ notice on orders,and she gets six to seven a week.
In 2020,she started baking out of boredom and a desire for cake.She asked her mum for a solution.Mum pointed her to a box of cake mix in the cupboard.Ke’Nyzjah’s first attempt failed.But she tried making more cakes the next day.She got better.
She watched hours of baking videos to come up with a recipe and to teach herself baking techniques.“Once I got on social media and started seeing other people’s decorated cakes,that’s when I got inspired to be a cake artist instead of just a baker,” she said.She took business classes such as digital marketing at her school.She also registered for a course to become a certified customer service specialist.It taught her how to talk to customers and get through a sale.She’s constantly trying to find more ways to promote her business and find new clients.“It’s a little difficult having to keep up with my social media pages and managing school,personal life and a business.It can be a lot sometimes,but I manage.”
Nakesia Ferebee,Ke’Nyzjah’s mother,felt her daughter’s father has been influential. Ke’Nyzjah gives her mother a large of the credit.“She’s like my biggest supporter.She’s made me who I am.I’ve come to realise that I am an incredible person.”
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲的是Ke’Nyzjah Ferebee,一个十几岁的青少年,在父母的支持下,在家自己制作蛋糕,开展网上定制业务,生意火爆。
(　　)1.What was Ke’Nyzjah doing according to the first paragraph
A.Designing a themed party.
B.Making cakes for business.
C.Preparing for her birthday party.
D.Placing an order for cakes online.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知,Ke’Nyzjah 在为生意做蛋糕。故选B。
(　　)2.What can be inferred about KayKe Bakery
A.It is well received.
B.It hosts parties for customers.
C.It is a joint business.
D.It mainly provides service for kids.
【答案】 A
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第二段中的“She requires at least two to four weeks’ notice on orders,and she gets six to seven a week.”可知,KayKe Bakery很受欢迎。故选A。
(　　)3.What might be a challenge for Ke’Nyzjah
A.Attending business classes.
B.Teaching herself baking techniques.
C.Getting along with her clients.
D.Balancing her business with schooling.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段最后两句可知,Ke’Nyzjah面临的挑战是平衡她的事业和学业。故选D。
(　　)4.What is the passage mainly about
A.A home-based teen baker.
B.A boredom-killing bakery.
C.How to become a cake artist.
D.How to start a business.
【答案】 A
【解析】 主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是根据第二段内容可知,本文主要讲的是Ke’Nyzjah Ferebee ,一个十几岁的青少年,在父母的支持下,在家自己制作蛋糕,开展网上定制业务,生意火爆。故选A。
B
(2025·八省联考)
Jim Johnson,a mail carrier,was an institution in the leafy Westmoreland,Westhaven and Westover Hills neighborhoods,just north of downtown Wilmington,where he delivered much more than the mail.He knew all the kids and their pets by name;he carried in the groceries;he took note of unlocked doors,offered gardening advice,and taught more than a few young boys the art of the curveball.When he wasn’t doing all that,Jim was running across a checkerboard of green lawns (草坪) to ensure the local postal service did not fall short of its daily promise.
Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.In many communities,that trust is won every day when life-saving medicine,greeting cards,social security checks,college acceptance letters—even the bills—appear in mailboxes in front of the houses.
After more than three decades,Jim approached his final days on the job much like any other.He drove a boxy postal truck to North DuPont Road for the first unofficial stop of the day.Butch,a dog who belonged to one of the neighbors,was waiting just like every day before.And just like every day before,he got into the jump seat and they were off.On the route,Jim and Butch had become inseparable.Now,the dog and the mailman would ride off to retirement together.At every stop,Jim accepted the parting good wishes of families that had become his own.There were tears and laughter,and hugs filled with warm memories.
It’s been 33 years since Jim left the route,but we are still reminded of the deep bond established between community and letter carrier.That’s what the postal service means to us.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了一位深受社区居民爱戴的邮递员Jim Johnson的工作经历和他退休时的感人故事,彰显了邮递员与社区之间的深厚情谊。
(　　)5.What do we know about Jim Johnson from the first paragraph
A.He’s open-minded.
B.He’s sharp-eyed.
C.He’s warm-hearted.
D.He’s strong-willed.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知,Jim Johnson不仅送邮件,还知道所有孩子和他们宠物的名字,帮忙搬杂货、留意没锁的门、提供园艺方面的建议,还教小男孩们投曲线球的技巧等,这些都体现出他热心肠、乐于助人的特点。故选C。
(　　)6.What does the underlined word “disparaged” in Paragraph 2 mean
A.Refused. 　B.Criticized.
C.Investigated. 　D.Suspended.
【答案】 B
【解析】 词义猜测题。根据画线词所在句“Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.”可知,逗号前后是转折关系,后半句说对当地邮政服务的信任依然存在,那么前半句应该是说邮政服务经常被看不起或被批评。由此可知,画线词disparaged与“Criticized(批评)”意思相近。故选B。
(　　)7.What did Jim do besides daily delivery on his final days of work
A.He drove Butch to its owner.
B.He sent presents to his friends.
C.He prepared a retirement party.
D.He said goodbye to the neighbors.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。第三段最后两句提到每到一站,Jim都会接受那些已经成为自己家人的人们的告别祝福。有泪水,有欢笑,有充满温暖回忆的拥抱。由此可知Jim在工作的最后几天除了每天送货外,还向邻居们告别。故选D。
(　　)8.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A.To remember a respected mail carrier.
B.To record an unforgettable experience.
C.To raise funds for the postal service.
D.To call for harmony in the community.
【答案】 A
【解析】 推理判断题。文章主要讲述了Jim Johnson这位邮递员在工作中热心帮助邻里,与大家建立了深厚感情,在他退休33年后,作者依然记得他,表达了对他的怀念。由此推知,作者写这篇文章的目的是纪念一位受人尊敬的邮递员。故选A。
Ⅱ.完形填空
　　A 6-year-old girl named Quinn Hill is being honoured for what she did for her mum.
Quinn’s mum,Jennifer,said that earlier this year,she was　1　.She didn’t remember what happened next,so Quinn filled in the　2　.
“Quinn told me that I,　3　,sat down in a chair,looking up at the ceiling and started breathing quickly,” Jennifer said.“She said that I then 　4　 the chair onto my left side and my hands were together and my body was shaking.She kept saying,‘Mommy,Mommy’ and I wouldn’t 　5　.”
When Jennifer didn’t come to,　6　 Quinn decided to grab her three-year-old brother and run to a neighbour’s house to ask for help.No one 　7　 at the first house,so she tried another. Fortunately,they came to the door and 　8　followed the kids back to their home,where they　9　Jennifer lying unconscious on the kitchen floor.
The 　10　 neighbour called Jennifer’s husband,who sent emergency services to the
　11　.And they transported her to a local hospital where doctors 　12　 she had a grand mal seizure (癫痫).It was the first time she’d had one.
To recognise Quinn and her　13　,Mayor (市长) Kyle J.Hayman honoured her with a　14　 certificate during a city council ceremony,where he also　15　 Resolution 05-24,naming February 5,2024 as “Quinn Hill Day”.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了6岁的小女孩Quinn Hill因为她为妈妈所做的事情而受到表彰的故事。
[语篇脉络]
(　　)1.A.cooking B.sleeping
C.driving D.camping
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据下文“where they 　9　 Jennifer lying unconscious on the kitchen floor”可知,Jennifer晕倒在厨房,故推知当时她正在做饭(cooking)。故选A。
(　　)2.A.positions B.blanks
C.districts D.forms
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“Quinn told me that I,　3　,sat down in a chair,looking up at the ceiling and started breathing quickly”可知,Jennifer晕倒后不知道发生了什么,Quinn讲述了接下来的事情,故此处指Quinn填补了这段空白(blanks)记忆。故选B。
(　　)3.A.in turn B.for example
C.with kindness D.at first
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据下文“She said that I then 　4　 the chair onto my left side”中的“then”可知,一开始(at first)Jennifer坐在椅子上,抬头看着天花板,呼吸急促。故选D。
(　　)4.A.gave way to B.made up for
C.broke away from D.fell out of
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据上文“sat down in a chair”和下文“where they 　9　 Jennifer lying unconscious on the kitchen floor”可知,Jennifer从椅子上摔了下来(fell out of)。故选D。
(　　)5.A.care B.repeal
C.respond D.agree
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据上文“She kept saying,‘Mommy,Mommy’”和下文“Jennifer lying unconscious on the kitchen floor”提到Jennifer失去意识可知,Jennifer没有反应(respond)。故选C。
(　　)6.A.modest B.courageous
C.grateful D.curious
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“Quinn decided to grab her three-year-old brother and run to a neighbour’s house to ask for help”可知,妈妈晕倒,Quinn带着弟弟跑到邻居家寻求帮助,由此推知她是勇敢的(courageous)。故选B。
(　　)7.A.commented B.wondered
C.answered D.rejected
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据下文“so she tried another”可知,他们去了第二家,说明第一家没有人回应(answered)。故选C。
(　　)8.A.instantly B.naturally
C.eventually D.gradually
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据下文“followed the kids back to their home”可知,紧急情况下邻居应是立即(instantly)跟着孩子们回家查看情况。故选A。
(　　)9.A.had B.left
C.prevented D.found
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据下文“Jennifer lying unconscious on the kitchen floor”可知,他们到了Jennifer家后,发现(found)Jennifer失去意识躺在厨房的地板上。故选D。
(　　)10.A.tough-minded B.kind-hearted
C.eye-catching D.face-saving
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“called Jennifer’s husband”和语境可知,邻居提供帮助,是好心的(kind-hearted)。故选B。
(　　)11.A.home B.office
C.school D.hospital
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据下文“And they transported her to a local hospital”可知,紧急服务人员将Jennifer送去医院,故此处指派紧急服务人员到家(home)里。故选A。
(　　)12.A.feared B.predicted
C.discovered D.doubted
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据主语“doctors”和下文“she had a grand mal seizure (癫痫)”可知,此处指医生发现(discovered)她是癫痫发作。故选C。
(　　)13.A.experience B.idea
C.action D.intention
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据文章首句“A 6-year-old girl named Quinn Hill is being honoured for what she did for her mum.”可知,Quinn Hill因她的行为(action)而受到表彰。故选C。
(　　)14.A.registration B.competition
C.birth D.recognition
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据上文“To recognise Quinn and her 　13　 ”和语境可知,表彰Quinn Hill应是给她颁发表彰(recognition)证书。故选D。
(　　)15.A.inspected B.adopted
C.promised D.continued
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据空后“Resolution 05-24,naming February 5,2024 as ‘Quinn Hill Day’”可知,此处指通过(adopted)一项决议。故选B。UNIT 2　SPORTS AND FITNESS
题组训练1
Ⅰ.阅读
(2025·湖南衡阳考前冲刺卷)
I am a multisport athlete and seasoned coach.When I was growing up,school wasn’t really my thing,but sport very much was.Athletics connected me to my school community by giving me a sense of belonging and success even when I struggled in the classroom.When I entered education,I knew I wanted to be more than a coach on the field and court—I wanted to help students like me make meaningful connections to school through sports.
I designed a programme that focused on getting students moving.On the first day,I set up a range of equipment for different sports across a field.In groups,students discussed sports that they felt comfortable and safe playing.They then took turns selecting their comfort sports on the field,doing brief introductions,and playing with their groups.Afterwards,we had a class discussion on the importance of doing things that bring joy and passion,and how sharing that passion with others motivates us and the people around us to improve health.
On the second day,with the same field design and sporting equipment,I introduced the idea of stretch zones.Students formed the same groups as on the first day and discussed which sports were out of their comfort zone and more challenging to them.Some of my students were shy and others slightly frustrated as they struggled to perform the skills in sports in which they were not comfortable.Then we discussed,as a class,how even when something is challenging,if we recognise the difficulty and intentionally practice,we give ourselves the opportunity to overcome it over time and keep healthy and fun in the long-term.
The programme required more than just adjusting my curriculum—it also meant some changes to the way I taught.I found myself opening up to my students and sharing my own hardships and successes with them.As a result,my students felt freer to be their real selves.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。为了让学生更好地融入校园生活,作者设计独特的体育项目,寓教于乐,促进学生健康成长。
(　　)1.What did the author think of sport when he was a student
A.It appealed mainly to seniors.
B.It led to a decline in his grades.
C.It helped him get attached to school.
D.It made him struggle in the classroom.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据文章第一段中的“Athletics connected me to...I struggled in the classroom.”可知,在作者还是学生的时候,体育运动使他与学校建立了联系,给了他归属感和成功感。故选C。
(　　)2.Why did the author design the programme
A.To test some sports equipment.
B.To prepare students for a meet.
C.To push students to observe rules.
D.To bond students and the school.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句可知,作者设计这个项目是为了通过体育运动让学生与学校建立有意义的联系,故选D。
(　　)3.What was a problem the author faced on the second day of the programme
A.Some students feared challenges.
B.It was difficult to group students.
C.Students wanted material rewards.
D.The sports field became crowded.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Some of my students were shy...they were not comfortable.”可知,在项目的第二天,一些学生因为要参与不熟悉、有挑战的运动项目而表现出害羞和沮丧,说明存在的问题是一些学生害怕挑战,选故A。
(　　)4.What can we infer about the author
A.He loves telling jokes.
B.He is a creative teacher.
C.He used to be very shy.
D.He is fond of safe sports.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。作者设计了通过体育运动加强学生与学校联系的项目,并且在教学方式和课程内容上进行创新和调整,由此可以推断出作者是一位有创造力的老师,故选B。
B
How steady you are on your feet can indicate how likely you are to live a longer,healthier life.The ability to remain upright and steady is something that we take for granted,until something goes wrong.
The balance system is made up of lots of different sensory components,explains Nicola Harris,a health expert.Good balance depends on correct sensory information from your eyes, muscles,tendons(腱),and joints,and the balance organs in the inner ear.
The most obvious benefit of good balance is that it helps prevent falls and therefore injuries,and simply makes daily activities easier and safer to perform.Unless you develop a balance disorder,the first time people become aware of balance issues is when they get older.
Harris says that people with balance problems at her clinic often talk about the loss of the ability to look from side to side as they cross the road because they feel unsteady.“That is fundamentally because the balance system as a whole starts to get worn down,” says Harris.
Pilates,dance and tai chi are all good exercises to maintain good balance.“Other things that work your balance slightly differently,but again really good,are ball games.Anything involving hand-eye coordination,such as tennis or table tennis,” says Harris.
However,she warns against just doing strengthening exercises in the gym using machinery: “That’s not going to improve your balance.” Including weights and resistance bands into your workout will not only strengthen your bones and muscles,but your balance,too.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了平衡能力对人体健康和生活质量的重要性,平衡能力不仅关乎行走的稳定性,还与长寿和健康密切相关。
(　　)5.What does the underlined word “components” in Paragraph 2 mean
A.Personalities. B.Manners.
C.Parts. D.Approaches.
【答案】 C
【解析】 词义猜测题。根据画线词所在句“The balance system is made up of lots of different sensory components”和其后的“Good balance depends on correct sensory information from your eyes,muscles,tendons(腱),and joints,and the balance organs in the inner ear.”可推知,“sensory components”即下文中所列举的“eyes,muscles,tendons(腱),and joints,and the balance organs in the inner ear”等感觉器官,属于身体部位,因此画线词与C项意思最接近。故选C。
(　　)6.Which statement is true about a balance disorder
A.It can be easily found in our everyday life.
B.It results in more convenience to daily activities.
C.It leads to people crossing the road more steadily.
D.It is hard to be felt for the young if one doesn’t have any symptom.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Unless you develop a balance disorder,the first time people become aware of balance issues is when they get older.”可知,如果没有患上平衡障碍,没有症状,年轻人是很难感知到平衡障碍的。所以D项是正确的描述。故选D。
(　　)7.What can we learn from the last two paragraphs
A.There is more than one exercise to improve one’s balance.
B.Any kind of exercise will do good to maintaining one’s good balance.
C.Doing strengthening exercises is the best way to improve one’s balance.
D.As for improving one’s balance,Harris offers no recommendation.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第五段中的“Pilates,dance and tai chi are all good exercises to...are ball games.”可知,有不止一种运动可以提高一个人的平衡能力。故选A。
(　　)8.Which column is the passage probably taken from
A.Technology. B.Health.
C.Fiction. D.Entertainment.
【答案】 B
【解析】 文章出处题。通读全文,结合第一段内容可知,文章主要介绍了平衡能力对人体健康和生活质量的重要性,它不仅关乎行走的稳定性,还与长寿和健康密切相关。文章内容与人类健康有关,所以很可能出自健康专栏。故选B。
Ⅱ.七选五
(时文 《China Daily》)
Many factors in our life can lead to anxiety and stress.Luckily,there are several simple ways of relieving stress.Most of these steps are responsible for the improvement of your overall health as well.1.　　　 Physical activity leads to a lowering of the overall stress levels and it also improves your quality of life both physically and mentally.
Any physical activity improves the capability of your body to use oxygen and it also leads to better blood flow.2.　　　 Exercise increases the production of endorphins (内啡肽) in the brain.The endorphins are responsible for the “feel good” effect you feel and they also provide you with the much-desired “runner’s high”.In simple terms,it is the sense of well-being people receive after performing the exercise.
3.　　　 How do you choose the best physical activity for your exercise There is no need for you to be an outstanding athlete or a long-distance runner to achieve stress relief.For instance, you can perform some aerobic exercise (有氧运动) such as jogging and dancing.4.　　　 Doctors can help you develop an effective and safe exercise routine while taking into account your fitness level and the conditions you are suffering from.
Keep in mind that any kind of exercise will improve your fitness and reduce stress levels.You can also combine the activities till you have found the most enjoyable one.If you do not enjoy going near the water,never take swimming as a form of exercise.If the thoughts of running result in making you anxious,do not choose to train for a 5-kilometre race.5.　　
A.Diet and exercise are proven equally important.
B.There are many ways to meet your exercise target.
C.One of the best strategies to reduce stress is exercise.
D.Both these things lead to a direct good effect on the brain.
E.Besides,it is also a good idea to consult your doctor for guidance.
F.It is necessary for you to make plans to form a healthy exercise habit.
G.Therefore,be sure to select an activity that you enjoy rather than fear.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要说明了缓解压力的重要性以及通过体育活动来缓解压力的方法。
1.【答案】 C
【解析】 根据空前内容可知,有些方法可以帮助改善我们的健康状况。C项是上文内容的自然延续,指出锻炼是减压的最佳策略之一。同时与下文内容“Physical activity leads...and mentally.”保持一致。故选C。
2.【答案】 D
【解析】 根据设空处前一句的内容可知,任何体育活动都能提升身体利用氧气的能力,能促进血液流动。D项是上文内容的自然延续,指出提升身体利用氧气的能力和促进血液流动都对大脑有直接的好处。同时引出下文“Exercise increases the...‘runner’s high’.”,指出运动如何对大脑有好处。故选D。
3.【答案】 B
【解析】 根据设空处后的“How do you choose...you are suffering from.”可知,下文谈论的是如何选择体育活动。B项与下文内容一致,自然引出下文对体育活动的选择。故选B。
4.【答案】 E
【解析】 根据设空处后一句的内容可知,我们可以向医生求助,以制订一个有效且安全的日常锻炼计划。E项与下文内容一致,指的是我们可以向医生咨询,从而制订一个有效安全的锻炼计划。故选E。
5.【答案】 G
【解析】 根据最后一段设空处前文内容可知,作者建议我们应该找到一项自己喜欢的运动。G项是上文内容的总结,指的是我们应该选择自己喜欢而不是害怕的运动。故选G。
题组训练2
Ⅰ.阅读
A
Around 2 million deaths each year are linked to physical inactivity.And a sedentary (久坐的) lifestyle is one of the leading causes of death in the world.
A new study published in the journal of the American College of Sports Medicine suggests that regular short exercise“snacks”throughout the working day might be enough to mitigate the effects of a sedentary lifestyle.
For the study,11 participants (参与者) sat for 8-hour sessions.During the sessions,they followed one of four exercise “snacks”—1 minute of walking after every 30 minutes of sitting,1 minute after 60 minutes,5 minutes every 30 minutes,and 5 minutes every 60 minutes—or a “snack” with no walking.
The researchers found that participants’ blood sugar and blood pressure levels were reduced after 5 minutes of walking for every 30 minutes of sitting.
Lead study author Dr Keith Diaz,associate professor of behavioral medicine,said the most exciting part of the new research is that they’ve answered how to prevent the harmful health effects of sedentary sitting.
The researchers also found that all exercise“snacks”resulted in a reduction in participants’ tiredness,and an improvement in mood when compared to no walking at all.
“Beyond improving your physical health,”Dr Diaz said,“having regular walks to break up your sitting will put you in a better mood and help you feel more energetic.”
Dr Diaz added that the next steps for the research include finding more ways to reduce the harmful effects of sitting.
“We hope to find the least amount of movement you have to do to prevent the health harm of sitting,”Dr Diaz said.“The reality is that many adults will find it hard to walk every half hour.So finding a more practical recommendation is still needed.”
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了一项研究发现,规律的短暂运动“小片段”可缓解久坐的生活方式的负面影响,改善血糖、血压、疲劳状况及心情。
(　　)1.What does the underlined word “mitigate” in Paragraph 2 probably mean
A.Measure. B.Reduce.
C.Decide. D.Manage.
【答案】 B
【解析】 词义猜测题。根据第四段内容可知,这项研究发现有规律的短暂运动使血糖、血压水平下降。由此可推知画线单词的意思与“减少”最相近。故选B。
(　　)2.What excited Dr Diaz the most about the study
A.It got published in a journal.
B.It used a new research method.
C.It proved the harmful effects of sitting too long.
D.It found a way to prevent the harm of too much sitting.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第五段内容可知,最让Diaz博士兴奋的是他们找到了一种可以防止久坐有害健康的方法。故选D。
(　　)3.What can all of the four exercise “snacks” reduce
A.People’s tiredness.
B.People’s weight.
C.People’s blood pressure.
D.People’s blood sugar.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第六段内容可知,所有四种运动“小片段”都能减轻参与者的疲劳感。故选A。
(　　)4.Why does Dr Diaz plan to continue the research
A.Because the finding is likely to be wrong.
B.Because the solution may have side effects.
C.Because the solution is not suitable for all.
D.Because the study hasn’t got much attention.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段内容可知,Diaz博士认为许多成年人很难做到每半小时走一次,因此需要找到一种更实际的建议。由此可推知,当前的解决方案并不适合所有人。故选C。
B
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Want to learn a new language or get A’s in college exams Previous studies have shown that exercise can help stimulate the areas of the brain that convert (转换) new information into long-term memory.A new study has taken this information one step further and found the best time when exercise can help maximize learning.
Building upon past research that found exercise releases biochemicals that improve mental function,scientists at Radboud University and the University of Edinburgh conducted a study to determine when exercise was most beneficial to learning.
Participants—72 healthy male and female adults—were first asked to perform a computer test that challenged their visual and spatial learning.After the test,all of the subjects watched nature documentaries,but two-thirds of them also exercised.Half of the exercisers did circuit training on an exercise bike for 35 minutes immediately after the test.The other half did the same exercise but not until four hours after they had been tested.
Two days later,all of the participants returned to the lab for a recall test,and they were connected to MRI (磁共振成像) machines to assess their brain activity.The participants who exercised four hours after taking the computer test were able to recall what they had learned most accurately.Their brainwaves also showed more consistent levels of activity,indicating that their brains were less taxed to remember what they had learned.
According to this research,the best time to exercise to improve learning is four hours after studying.But why That’s one question the researchers have yet to answer.Another question left unanswered is the level of exercise that might best improve learning.I’ve run enough marathons to prove the fact that my brain is anything but sharp during or after a tough workout.But the researchers noted that light workouts might not give the brain enough of a biochemical boost to improve learning.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了一项新研究,以确定何时进行锻炼能最大程度提高学习效果。
(　　)5.What did the new study aim to explore
A.When exercise is best for learning.
B.What biochemicals are good for health.
C.How brainwaves should be measured.
D.Which area of the brain is the most active.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段的最后一句以及第二段内容可知,新研究旨在探索什么时候锻炼最有利于学习。故选A。
(　　)6.What were all the participants asked to do during the experiment
A.Train on bicycles.
B.Do mathematics exercises.
C.Play computer games.
D.Watch films about nature.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段的第二句可知,所有受试者在实验过程中被要求观看自然纪录片。故选D。
(　　)7.Why did the participants return to the lab two days later
A.To do a medical examination.
B.To have their memory tested.
C.To get their workouts recorded.
D.To finish their previous tasks.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段的第一句可知,受试者两天后返回实验室是为了进行记忆测试。故选B。
(　　)8.What might the author’s marathon running prove
A.The findings of the study are reliable.
B.Long-distance runners are often smart.
C.Studies on the marathon are not enough.
D.Hard exercise may not sharpen the brain.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段的倒数第二句可知,作者通过自己跑马拉松的经历证明,剧烈的锻炼可能不会使大脑变得敏锐。故选D。
Ⅱ.完形填空
Although many over-processed foods can satisfy the desire for sweet,fatty and salty foods,research suggests these items are particularly bad for the heart and brain,with mood and cognition taking a hit.
The most recent research looking at the　1　 of over-processed foods found the most far-reaching results.Researchers　2　 direct links between higher consumption of over-processed foods and a greater risk of many health issues.
These results are　3　 earlier studies.Diets high in these foods were linked to a greater risk of depression and anxiety,according to an analysis published in a journal.In one of these studies,risk rose from 　4　 just 33 percent of calories from over-processed foods.A separate study found that taking in just 20 percent of calories from these foods was linked to a 28 percent faster rate of cognitive 　5　 compared with people who ate less over-processed foods.
Also　6　 is that a study tracking about half a million people living in England,Scotland, and Wales found that the risk of dementia (痴呆) went up by 25 percent for every 10 percent increase in over-processed foods.While the exact cause-and-effect relationship is still unknown,the strongest evidence from prospective studies 　7　 the idea that eating high amounts of over-processed foods increases the risk of depression in the future.
It is common knowledge that eating too much salt or sugar is linked to high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.What the public may not appreciate,　8　 ,is that all these conditions affect the brain by raising the risk for dementia.　9　 such as certain artificial sweeteners may also disturb the production and release of brain chemicals,such as dopamine,which can negatively affect mental and emotional 　10　 .
Another problem with over-processed foods is that they might be addictive.Over-processed foods have more in common with 　11　 than foods by Mother Nature.Humans have evolved to respond to foods that are sweet,fatty,and high in calories.For most of human existence,this helped us　12　 .But in nature,foods are 　13　 modestly high in sugar—like berries—or high in fat,like nuts.You don’t find foods high in both sugar and fat.That’s a distinctive　14　 of over-processed foods.Add in salt,artificial flavourings and bright colours,and our brains simply
　15　 these foods.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了一项研究,研究表明,过度加工的食品对心脏和大脑尤其有害,情绪和认知也会受到影响。
[语篇脉络]
(　　)1.A.recipe B.flavour
C.preparation D.impact
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据第一段内容可知,尽管许多过度加工的食物可以满足人们对甜食,高脂肪、高盐食物的渴望,但研究表明这些食物对心脏和大脑尤其有害,情绪和认知也会受到影响。此处指对过度加工食品的影响(impact)的研究,故选D。
(　　)2.A.promoted B.identified
C.evaluated D.dismissed
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据上文“The most recent research looking at the 　1　 of over-processed foods found the most far-reaching results.”可知,研究者研究了过度加工食物的影响,故此处指确认了(identified)过度加工食品的高消耗和许多健康问题的高风险之间存在直接联系,故选B。
(　　)3.A.contrary to B.consistent with
C.concerned about D.dependent on
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“Diets high in these foods were linked to a greater risk of depression and anxiety,according to an analysis published in a journal.”可知,发表在一本期刊上的一项分析表明,富含这些食物的饮食与更大的患抑郁和焦虑风险有关,说明这些结果与早期的研究一致(consistent with),故选B。
(　　)4.A.consuming B.calculating
C.reducing D.burning
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据下文“just 33 percent of calories from over-processed foods”可知,此处指从过度加工的食物中摄入(consuming)33%的热量就会增加患病风险,故选A。
(　　)5.A.improvement B.advantage
C.quality D.decline
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据第一段内容可知,尽管许多过度加工的食物可以满足人们对甜食,高脂肪、高盐食物的渴望,但研究表明这些食物对心脏和大脑尤其有害,情绪和认知也会受到影响,故说明从这些食物中仅摄入20%热量的人的认知能力的下降(decline)速度要比少吃过度加工的食物的人快28%,故选D。
(　　)6.A.reassuring B.contradictory
C.alarming D.sustainable
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据下文“the risk of dementia (痴呆) went up by 25 percent for every 10 percent increase in over-processed foods”可知,消耗的过度加工的食品每增加10%,患痴呆的风险就会增加25%,这是令人惊恐的(alarming),故选C。
(　　)7.A.goes against B.casts doubt on
C.leans towards D.puts forward
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据下文“the idea that eating high amounts of over-processed foods increases the risk of depression in the future”可知,前瞻性研究的最有力证据倾向于(leans towards)这样一种观点,即食用大量过度加工的食品会增加未来患抑郁症的风险,故选C。
(　　)8.A.however B.therefore
C.by chance D.for instance
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据上文“It is common knowledge that eating too much salt or sugar is linked to high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.”和设空处所在句可知,前后句之间是转折关系:众所周知,吃太多盐或糖与高血压和二型糖尿病有关,然而(however)公众可能不知道的是,所有这些情况都会通过增加患痴呆的风险来影响大脑,故选A。
(　　)9.A.Decorations B.Additives
C.Options D.Contributors
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“such as certain artificial sweeteners”可知,人工甜味剂是一种添加剂(Additives),故选B。
(　　)10.A.problem B.capacity
C.outburst D.well-being
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据上文“　9　 such as certain artificial sweeteners may also disturb the production and release of brain chemicals”可知,某些人工甜味剂等添加剂也可能干扰大脑化学物质(如多巴胺)的产生和释放,从而对精神和情绪健康(well-being)产生负面影响,故选D。
(　　)11.A.appetizers B.cigarettes
C.desserts D.snacks
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据上文“Another problem with over-processed foods is that they might be addictive.”可知,过度加工的食品的另一个问题是它们可能会让人上瘾,说明它们和香烟(cigarettes)一样让人上瘾,故选B。
(　　)12.A.survive B.emerge
C.venture D.mature
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据上文“Humans have evolved to respond to foods that are sweet,fatty,and high in calories.”可知,人类已经进化到对甜食、高脂肪和高热量的食物做出反应,说明在人类存在的大部分时间里,这帮助我们生存(survive)下来,故选A。
(　　)13.A.still B.barely
C.only D.rather
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据下文“modestly high in sugar—like berries—or high in fat,like nuts”可知,但是在自然界中,仅仅(only)只有浆果的含糖量略高,坚果的脂肪含量略高,没有两者都高的,故选C。
(　　)14.A.nutrition B.taste
C.dish D.characteristic
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据上文“You don’t find foods high in both sugar and fat.”可知,你不会在自然界中发现同时含有高糖和高脂肪的食物,说明这是过度加工的食品的一个显著特点(characteristic),故选D。
(　　)15.A.gain insight into
B.lose control over
C.show concern for
D.get hold of
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据上文“Add in salt,artificial flavourings and bright colours”可知,加上盐、人工调味品和鲜艳的颜色,我们的大脑就会被这些食物所吸引,失去对这些食物的控制(lose control over),故选B。UNIT 3　CELEBRATIONS
题组训练1
Ⅰ.阅读
A
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East Yorkshire Attractions
Burnby Hall Gardens & Museum
The Balk,Pocklington YO42 2QF
Tel:01759-307125
The gardens are beautifully laid out with two lakes,which are home to a vast collection of fish.We also have Stewart Museum,a children’s playground,a book & gift shop,and tearooms.Sunday band concerts and events are available throughout the year.
Open:10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Prices:Adults ￡4.65,Seniors ￡3.95,Children ￡2.50
Goole Museum
Carlisle Street,Goole DN14 5DS
Tel:01405-768963
The museum explores the colourful history of the town and port of Goole,with plenty of hands-on exhibits for younger visitors.The temporary exhibition gallery has a wide range of art craft (工艺) and local history exhibitions which changes every month.
Open:10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Free
Sledmere House
Sledmere,Driffield YO25 3XG
Tel:01377-236637
Sledmere House is one of Yorkshire’s most attractive houses.We have an award-winning garden,a military museum,a children’s play area,and a café & gift shop.Organ music is played on Thursday afternoons.
Open:11:30 am to 3:30 pm
Prices:Adults ￡8.00,Seniors ￡6.00,Children ￡3.00
Bridlington Bird & Animal Park
Bridlington,East Yorkshire YO15 3QF
Tel:01262-673653
The family-run park is set in a wonderful woodland environment.It offers daily shows of pig racing.We also have a range of birds and other animals to offer a fun-filled day out for families.
Open:10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Prices:Adults ￡4.50,Seniors ￡4.00,Children ￡3.50
【语篇导读】 本文是应用文。文章介绍了英国东约克郡的四个景点,包括其地理位置、联系方式、景点活动、开放时间及票价等信息。
(　　)1.Which attraction hosts temporary exhibitions
A.Goole Museum.
B.Burnby Hall Gardens & Museum.
C.Sledmere House.
D.Bridlington Bird & Animal Park.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据“Goole Museum”部分中“The temporary exhibition gallery has a wide range of art craft (工艺) and local history exhibitions which changes every month.”可知,Goole Museum举办临时展览。故选A。
(　　)2.What can tourists do at Sledmere House
A.Feed a wide range of animals.
B.Watch a band concert on Sunday.
C.Explore the history of the town.
D.Enjoy organ music on Thursday.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据“Sledmere House”部分中“Organ music is played on Thursday afternoons.”可知,在Sledmere House游客们可以在周四欣赏管风琴音乐。故选D。
(　　)3.What is the ticket price for children at Bridlington Bird &Animal Park
A.￡2.50. B.￡3.00.
C.￡3.50. D.￡4.00.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据Bridlington Bird & Animal Park部分中的“Children ￡3.50”可知,Bridlington Bird & Animal Park的儿童票价是3.5英镑。故选C。
B
With the arrival of the summer heat,culture-themed ice creams are once again trending across social media platforms in China.
Museums,scenic spots,amusement parks and even universities have once again rolled out their unique culture-themed ice creams this year.These ice creams are often tiny copies of famous landmarks or cultural relics that offer visitors a delight for the taste buds.
The trend of culture-themed ice creams began in 2019 when the Old Summer Palace in Beijing was one of the first scenic spots in China to introduce lotus-shaped (荷花形状的) ice creams.It was inspired by that in 2017 eleven ancient lotus seeds were discovered in a pool at the Old Summer Palace.Six of these ancient lotus seeds bloomed in the summer of 2019.So to mark the occasion,staff at the Old Summer Palace designed ice creams shaped like lotus blossoms.These ice creams were widely loved by visitors,not only serving as a cold treat but also offering a unique way for visitors to connect with their cultural heritage.
To protect their cultural relics,many museums have put up signs prohibiting photography or the use of a flash.However,culture-themed ice creams provide an alternative way for visitors to catch memories of their visits.Various flavours offer visitors a choice of colours and ingredients for the ice cream,which reflects the local characteristics and charm of these cold treats.It is also suggested by the museums that the visitors can take the carved ice cream bars home with them to use as bookmarks.
For many young people,taking photos of themselves standing alongside cultural landmarks is an artistic preference from their parents’ generation.To them,a selfie (自拍) with a culture-themed ice cream is a much cooler way to show their travel experiences and bridges the gap between modern life and distant historical relics.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了文创雪糕再次成为中国社交媒体平台上的热门话题及其兴起和发展。
(　　)4.What can we learn about culture-themed ice creams from the first two paragraphs
A. Visitors spend much money on them.
B.They may be shaped like landmarks.
C.Visitors are eager to try their taste.
D.They are made due to summer heat.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“These ice creams are often tiny copies of famous landmarks or cultural relics that offer visitors a delight for the taste buds.”可知,文创雪糕的形状可能像地标。故选B。
(　　)5.What inspired the idea of culture-themed ice creams
A. The Old Summer Palace.
B.The wide love by visitors.
C.The blossoms of the six seeds.
D.The discovery of ancient lotus.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段中第二、三、四句可知,文创雪糕的灵感来自六颗莲子的花朵。故选C。
(　　)6.For what are culture-themed ice creams well-received
A. Protecting cultural relics.
B.Remembering one’s visit.
C.Being used as bookmarks.
D.Offering visitors various flavours.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第四段中第一、二句可推知,文创雪糕广受欢迎是因为它可以帮助游客记住自己的旅行。故选B。
(　　)7.Why do the youth take the selfie with a culture-themed ice cream
A. To do something different.
B.To bridge the gap with their parents.
C.To show their cooler way to travel.
D.To show their connection with culture.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中最后一句可推知,年轻人拿着文创雪糕自拍是为了展示他们与文化的联系。故选D。
C
(2025·重庆巴蜀中学高三模拟)
It was May 1945 when what would become one of America’s most common home-cooking techniques first entered the English vocabulary.In her cookbook,How to Cook and Eat in Chinese,Chinese immigrant Chao Yang Buwei described a process common in China,in which cooks would cut meat and vegetables into small pieces and then tumble (翻) them rapidly together over heat.“The Chinese term for the technique,ch’ao,cannot be accurately translated into English,” Chao decided,“We shall call it ‘stir-fry’ for short.” The term has since taken on a life of its own.Nowadays,stir-frying isn’t just a method—“stir-fry” has become its own category of recipe.
Chao came to cooking unexpectedly.She moved to America with her husband in 1921 after her husband was offered a job at Harvard.Bored at home and only able to speak a little English,she turned to cooking dishes that reminded her of China.She eventually agreed when a friend earnestly persuaded her to write a cookbook,which was then translated by Chao’s daughter and polished up by her linguist husband.
Her cookbook succeeded,going into multiple printings by 1945.English-language Chinese cookbooks had been published as far back as 1911 in America,but Chao’s was the first that refused to westernise Chinese cooking.“I’ll show you how to cook crab dishes with real crabs,” Chao told readers in a passage where she forbade them from using sea crabs in place of the freshwater variety.Using the former,she reasoned,would result in “a caricature (夸张的描述) of the Chinese dish”.During Chao’s era,it might have been easier for foreign cooks in America to please the American tastes with substitutions.She wore her Chinese heritage with pride.She didn’t follow suit.
Chao pioneered a new cooking method in America.Unwilling to compromise,she was a true visionary.Sadly,she died in 1981.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了杨步伟是如何将“炒(stir-fry)”这种烹饪技术引入美国,并阐述了在其后的岁月里,这种烹饪技术是如何在美国流行开来的。
(　　)8.What can be learnt about “ch’ao”
A.It is a recognised cooking method now.
B.It was accurately translated into “stir-fry” by Chao.
C.It means tumbling many big pieces of ingredients over heat.
D.It was a common term already used in American cooking before 1945.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“The Chinese term for the technique...shall call it ‘stir-fry’ for short.”以及最后一句可知,“ch’ao”对应的“stir-fry(炒)”现在已经成为一种被认可的烹饪方法。故选A。
(　　)9.Why did Chao turn to traditional Chinese cooking when moving to America
A.She happened to take an interest in cooking.
B.She didn’t know any American way of cooking.
C.She was bored to stay at home only to learn English.
D.She missed her homeland and her country’s cuisine.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“She moved to America with...that reminded her of China.”可知,Chao在美国时,在家感觉无聊且语言不通,烹饪能让她想起中国的菜肴,这体现了她对祖国和祖国美食的思念。故选D。
(　　)10.What is special about Chao’s cookbook
A.It was the first to emphasise the use of freshwater crabs over sea crabs.
B.It was the most successful cookbook published on Chinese cooking.
C.It was the first to be faithful to real Chinese cooking and recipes.
D.It tried to please the American tastes as other similar cookbooks.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段第二句可知,早在1911年,英文的中国烹饪书就在美国出版了,但Chao的书是第一本拒绝将中国烹饪西化的书。由此可推知,Chao的烹饪书忠实于真正的中国烹饪和食谱。故选C。
(　　)11.Which of the following best describes Chao
A.Academic and unfailingly helpful.
B.Pioneering and culturally proud.
C.Recognised and linguistically talented.
D.Adaptable and technically achieved.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。Chao开创性地将“stir-fry”这种烹饪方法引入美国,即具有开创性;同时她坚持不西化中国烹饪,对中国文化充满自豪,如文中的“I’ll show you how to cook crab dishes with real crabs...She wore her Chinese heritage with pride.”等表述也说明了她具有文化自豪感。故选B。
Ⅱ.语法填空
(2025·八省联考)
In 2010,the UN Department of Global Communications instituted language days for each of the organization’s six official languages.The goal was two-fold:1.　　　　(celebrate) cultural diversity as well as to promote the equal use of all six 2.　　　　(tongue).
Language is the carrier of communication,the bridge of interaction between nations,3.　　　　 the bond of understanding among civilizations.At the same time,a language and its individual 4.　　　　(write) forms make up the “soul” of a nation’s cultural tradition.Every language is worthy of respect and should 5.　　　　(treat) equally.
The UN Chinese Language Day not only provides a unique platform 6.　　　　 the world to better understand China,but also 7.　　　　(promote) language and cultural exchanges in the world.
Today,more than 70 countries have included the Chinese language in their education systems. Chinese plays an increasingly important role in 8.　　　　(improve) communication and cooperation between China and 9.　　　　 rest of the world.As more and more foreigners start to study the Chinese language and experience Chinese culture,the world will have a better understanding of China and its rich history,its hard-working people,its development through
10.　　　　(innovate),and its inclusiveness.China,on its part,will also embrace (拥抱) the world with greater openness and make new contributions to the international community.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了联合国设立语言日的背景和目的,并重点讲述了中文语言日的重要作用以及中文日益增长的影响力。
1.【答案】 to celebrate
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,本句谓语为was,空处为非谓语动词,应用动词不定式作目的状语,与to promote并列。故填to celebrate。
2.【答案】 tongues
【解析】 考查名词复数。根据空前的“all six”可知,空处应用tongue(语言)的复数形式。故填tongues。
3.【答案】 and
【解析】 考查连词。“the carrier of communication”“the bridge of interaction between nations”和“the bond of understanding among civilizations”是并列关系,共同阐述语言的作用。故填and。
4.【答案】 written
【解析】 考查形容词。空处修饰名词forms,应用形容词written作前置定语,written forms意为“书写形式”。故填written。
5.【答案】 be treated
【解析】 考查动词语态。主语Every language与动词treat构成被动关系,应用be treated表被动,且空处位于情态动词should后。故填be treated。
6.【答案】 for
【解析】 考查介词。固定短语provide sth for sb/sth,意为“为某人/某物提供某物”。故填for。
7.【答案】 promotes
【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。空处是由“not only...but also...”连接的并列谓语,时态应用一般现在时,且主语The UN Chinese Language Day为单数,因此空处应用动词的第三人称单数形式。故填promotes。
8.【答案】 improving
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。空处作介词in的宾语,应用其动名词形式。故填improving。
9.【答案】 the
【解析】 考查冠词。固定短语the rest of...意为“……的其余部分”。故填the。
10.【答案】 innovation
【解析】 考查名词。空处作介词through的宾语,应用其名词形式,意为“创新”。故填innovation。
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Ⅰ.阅读
A
(2025·山东济宁一模)
The building of Sanxingdui Museum is crowded with visitors,many of whom were drawn to a bronze figure with a twisted head.Tourists stop to admire the remarkable artifact (手工艺品),which was unearthed by archaeologist Xu.After graduating from Peking University,Xu has been working for Sichuan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology,leading the excavation of Pit No 4 where the statue was found.The young man emphasises that archaeological excavation is arduous (艰难的),yet the thrill of discovering new relics remains unforgettable.
To increase awareness of cultural heritage diversity,18 April has been set by UNESCO as the International Day for Monuments and Sites.Like Xu,many young Chinese people are playing significant roles in excavating,exploring,protecting and promoting cultural relics.Born in 1992,Zhang has served as a guide at Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum for over 10 years.He sets himself apart from other guides by incorporating techniques from traditional Chinese comedy xiangsheng,or crosstalk,into his explanations.He views his role as not just a job but a legacy,being the third generation in his family to work with the Terracotta Warriors.His grandfather was among the museum’s founding builders while his uncle is a professor in an archaeological team based there.Now,it’s Zhang’s turn to become a storyteller of the Terracotta Warriors.
Wu,a Chinese blogger born in the 1990s,offers people dynamic insights into the beauty of Chinese civilisation through his acclaimed (受到高度赞扬的) “national cultural relics map” which has gone viral online.Wu has marked a great number of cultural heritage locations,i ncluding temples,ancient pagodas,traditional residences,bridges and towers on the dynamic map.Dots of varying colours represent different levels of cultural heritage protection and museum grades.Together,they form “the most distinct colours” on our land,Wu says.Looking ahead,Wu aims to refine and update the map based on suggestions from network users,desiring to eventually share the valuable resource with other history and culture enthusiasts.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了中国年轻人在发掘、探索、保护和推广文物遗产方面的贡献和努力。
(　　)1.Which words can describe Xu’s feeling about archaeological excavation
A.Annoying and struggling.
B.Boring but rewarding.
C.Painstaking but exciting.
D.Creative and diligent.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句可知,这位年轻人强调考古发掘是艰难的,但发现新文物的刺激是令人难忘的。C项“辛苦的但令人激动的”与原文意思相近。故选C。
(　　)2.What makes Zhang different from other guides
A.Offering dynamic insights into the beauty of Chinese civilisation.
B.Integrating comedy techniques into his interpretation.
C.Marking cultural heritage locations on a dynamic map.
D.Increasing people’s awareness of cultural heritage diversity.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“He sets himself apart from other guides by incorporating techniques from traditional Chinese comedy xiangsheng,or crosstalk,into his explanations.”可知,张与其他导游不同之处在于他把喜剧技巧融入他的讲解中。故选B。
(　　)3.What is Wu’s new vision for the future
A.To adopt the proposals of netizens to refresh the map.
B.To become a storyteller of the Terracotta Warriors.
C.To collaborate with Internet users to refine the map.
D.To mark more heritage locations on the dynamic map.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据最后一段最后一句可知,吴对未来的新愿景是采纳网民的建议来更新地图。故选A。
(　　)4.What does the author want to convey in the text
A.The significance of promoting cultural heritage.
B.Chinese young people’s efforts to promote cultural heritage.
C.The importance of increasing awareness of cultural heritage.
D.The challenges of promoting and protecting cultural heritage.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。通读全文,尤其是第二段前两句可知,文章主要讲述了中国年轻人在发掘、探索、保护和推广文化遗产方面的贡献和努力。故选B。
B
Shuangjiang is the 18th of 24 solar terms (节气) in the Chinese lunar calendar.It refers to the time when frost starts to fall across China,or “the dews(露水)were frozen into frost”because of the coldness,as recorded in ancient Chinese books.
By the time of Shuangjiang,most of the harvesting work is already completed in northern China,and farmers are now able to enjoy a period of rest.But in the south the harvest is still on the go.Farmers have to take home the sweet potatoes before they are destroyed by the coming frost.After a year of farming,it is the time to plow the fields and prepare the soil for next year in both south and north.
Autumn might be the most colourful season in China with the leaves turning from golden yellow to red.Hiking has become popular since the ancient times as people can enjoy the special autumnal scenery.Du Mu,a well-known poet from the Tang Dynasty wrote the beautiful scenery in a poem:“I stopped the coach as charmed by the maple woods.Frosted autumn leaves outshine February flowers in redness.”
The Double Ninth Festival,a festival for the elders,also falls during the season.Going hiking in the highlands is part of the celebrations practised by the ancient Chinese people.
“Keeping warm”becomes the most important thing at this time of the year as the weather is getting colder.Persimmon (柿子) is the favoured fruit in many areas.The Chinese believe that persimmons could not only keep off the coldness,but strengthen the muscles and bones.Also,chicken or mutton soup is believed to be good for the sleep and advised for the diet.
Shuangjiang brings the frost and freezing wind,and autumn has come to an end.But for most Chinese,it is not necessarily a sad time because in winter,they are able to have different but equally beautiful scenery.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要描述了中国农历二十四节气中的第十八个节气——霜降的时间、风俗等。
(　　)5.Shuangjiang is the 　　　 of the twenty-four solar terms.
A. 10th B.15th
C.18th D.20th
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Shuangjiang is the 18th of 24 solar terms (节气) in the Chinese lunar calendar.”可知,霜降是二十四节气中的第十八个节气。故选C
(　　)6.What is the main idea of the 5th paragraph
A. Tell the differences of the harvest in China’s south and north.
B.Explain why Shuangjiang gets its name.
C.Advise some activities to enjoy the colourful season.
D.Introduce the ways to stay warm before the coming of winter.
【答案】 D
【解析】 段落大意题。根据本段第一句“‘Keeping warm’becomes the most important thing at this time of the year as the weather is getting colder.”以及下文提到吃柿子、喝鸡汤以及羊肉汤保暖可知,本段主要介绍了一些在冬季来临前保暖的方法。故选D。
(　　)7.Which of the following statements about Shuangjiang is TRUE according to the text
A.People believe eating persimmons in Shuangjiang can help get rid of coldness.
B.Shuangjiang is the best time for people hoping to lose weight to take exercises.
C.Farmers in the south of China can enjoy a great rest during Shuangjiang.
D.Shuangjiang is the end of summer and the beginning of autumn of a year.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第五段中的“The Chinese believe that persimmons could not only keep off the coldness,but strengthen the muscles and bones.”可知,人们相信在霜降时节吃柿子可以驱寒。故选A。
(　　)8.What’s the best title of the passage
A. What Causes Frost’s Descent
B.Time to Say Goodbye to Autumn
C.Enjoy the Beautiful Autumn
D.Prepare for a Good Harvest
【答案】 B
【解析】 标题归纳题。根据文章的主要内容,尤其是最后一段内容可知,本文主要讲述了霜降的到来意味着秋天的结束和冬天的到来。在这个重要的节气,人们忙着收成以及为冬天做准备。由此可知,“对秋天说再见的时刻”最适合作为本文标题。故选B。
Ⅱ.七选五
Bonding Over Dumplings Online
In October,our Students’ Union held an online culture café to allow our schoolmates to learn how to make Chinese dumplings together.The international group brought together members from China,India,Malaysia,Indonesia and Australia.1.　　
After introducing the process of wrapping dumplings,we wrapped the meat filling into the centre of the dumplings.Some foreign schoolmates were quite confused because they pressed the edges with the palms of their hands.2.　　　 To make a beautiful dumpling,it’s important to pinch(捏住) its edges a little tighter and push the sides towards the centre to seal them to guarantee that the fillings will not fall out while cooking.
One schoolmate from Australia said she never knew how much fun it was to make dumplings before,and she was curious about why dumplings are so popular with the Chinese.3.　　　 When I was a kid,my grandma told me the underlying(潜在的)culture of dumplings is its inclusiveness and diversity.Different types of fillings suit different eating preferences for Chinese people.Thus, dumplings will come with a variety of fillings,such as pork and cabbage,chicken and mushroom, shrimp and vegetarian fillings.4.　　　 No matter what types of fillings are in dumplings,people focus more on their symbolism and expectations.
5.　　　 Not only did we have an enjoyable discussion about wrapping dumplings,but we also conveyed a positive and inclusive attitude towards cultural diversity.It was a positive experience,and the foreign schoolmates got a better understanding of Chinese food and Chinese culture.
A.The dumplings were all delicious.
B.The online session was meaningful.
C.However,some foreign schoolmates learnt quickly.
D.There is no “one standard filling” for all types of dumplings.
E.Born in a traditional Chinese family,I shared my story with her.
F.Therefore,we taught our schoolmates step by step.
G.The activity fostered an exchange of cooking skills and cultural experiences.
【语篇导读】 本文是新闻报道。文章讲述了学生会举办的一个在线学习包饺子的活动。
1.【答案】 G
【解析】 上文描述了国际学生共同参与线上学包饺子的活动,G项能够很好地总结本段的主旨,并开启下文对于活动过程的描述。故选G。
2.【答案】 F
【解析】 根据上文可知,一些外国同学因包饺子的手法不对而感到十分困惑,空处应承接上文,说明要亲自教他们怎样包饺子。F项符合接下来的情节发展。故选F。
3.【答案】 E
【解析】 上文提到一个澳大利亚的同学很好奇饺子受欢迎的原因,空处应引起下文说明作者以自身的经历解释了其原因。E项切题。故选E。
4.【答案】 D
【解析】 根据上文可知,饺子馅的种类很多,并没有统一的标准。D项承接上文,衔接自然。故选D。
5.【答案】 B
【解析】 下文讲述了这次活动的积极意义,包括大家愉快的讨论、对文化多样性的态度以及外国同学对中国食物和文化的了解,由此可知,本段是在说明此项在线学习活动是很有意义的。B项切题。故选B。
Ⅲ.读后续写
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“Bye,Mom; bye,Dad; don’t worry.We’ll take care of everything!” Carly waved from the front door of the shop as her parents drove off.They were headed for a well-deserved vacation from their candy store,and Carly had promised them she’d be able to run it by herself.Her parents didn’t quite agree,however,so they gave in to each other by having Carly’s Aunt Maggie come over and help.Her parents often called her aunt “uniquely creative”,but it didn’t matter; Carly always had fun when her aunt was around.
Maggie blew into the store happily.“All right,Carly my love,what do we do first ” she smiled at her niece.Carly knew clearly the main job was to serve customers,so she could hardly wait to make her best candies.Seeing them on display,Aunt Maggie bit a bite of the chocolate mint-flavored candy.“It’s good,but... unoriginal,” commented her aunt.“We can do better.”
Before Carly could question what Maggie meant,she had gone to investigate the kitchen in the back.Shortly,she came back,hands full of items.“We need to add some of these to better the basic taste.” “Brussels sprouts(芽甘蓝粉) ” Carly looked at her aunt,surprised and puzzled.She couldn’t be serious! But she was.Carly’s eyes grew wide as she watched her aunt mix it together.“And some spicy sauce (辣酱汁) That’s definitely an ice cream flavour.The cold will perfectly make candies less spicy!” Carly shook her head as Maggie continued her strange candy combinations: lemonade-flavored candy,barbeque-flavored candy...
Carly looked up as the bell over the front door rang,announcing some customers.Three boys came in and approached the counter.“Try something new!” insisted Maggie,offering the first boy a piece of the Brussels sprouts candy she had made,the second boy a spoon of hot sauce...Puzzled, but too polite to argue,the boys left the store.
“There go our customers.Nobody will want to shop here!” Carly said to herself.The store was quiet.Carly sat behind the counter,not knowing what to wait for.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
With the sound of the bell again,the boys came back.
Paragraph 2:
Carly had never seen the shop so busy!
[情节构建]
情节线 情感线
Who Carly;her parents;Aunt Maggie;the boys 开心的 兴奋的 怀疑的 失望的 惊讶的
When When her parents were headed for a vacation.
Where At the candy store
What Aunt Maggie created some new flavours of candies.
Conflict & Clue Conflict: Carly could hardly wait to make her best candies, but the candies were not original. Clue:Her parents often called her aunt “uniquely creative”.
Theme Aunt Maggie was good at creating something new to attract customers’ attention.
Para.1 With the sound of the bell again, the boys came back. Q1:Why did the three boys come back Q2: What did they do Q3:How did Carly and Aunt Maggie feel
Para.2 Carly had never seen the shop so busy! Q1:What did the customers do Q2: How did they feel after a tiring day Q3:What did they say to each other
　　One possible version:
With the sound of the bell again,the boys came back.But this time there was a crowd of kids with them.A line was forming out of the door! The silence was replaced with excited chatter. The kids were laughing,pointing at the new candy flavours,and pulling handfuls of coins from their pockets.“I’ll have a piece of lemonade-flavoured candy,please!” “Give me two pieces of Brussels sprouts candies,please!”“The hot sauce ice cream,please!”... Carly and her aunt were occupied serving all the customers,and more lined up at the door every minute.
Carly had never seen the shop so busy! It seemed that the customers could not get enough of Maggie’s crazy candy combinations.Incredibly! When they finally sent the last customer out of the door and turned on the “Closed” sign that flashed in the window,they were exhausted but in extraordinarily high spirits.That might have been the craziest day,ever. Giving her aunt a thumbs-up,Carly said smilingly, “Aunt Maggie, you’re a genius.” “I know,”grinned her aunt,winking at Carly with the usual childish smile on her face.
点津:1laughing, pointing at the new candy flavours, and pulling handfuls of coins from their pockets是连续性的动作描写;
2 it作形式主语,连接词that引导主语从句;
3 when引导时间状语从句,sent the last customer out of the door以及turned on the “Closed” sign为动作描写,that引导的定语从句修饰先行词the “Closed” sign,exhausted以及in extraordinarily high spirits是情感描写;
4 Giving her aunt a thumbs-up是非谓语动词作状语;
5 grinned her aunt是倒装结构,winking at Carly是非谓语动词短语表伴随,with the usual childish smile on her face为神态描写。必修　第一册
UNIT 1　LIFE CHOICES
题组训练1
Ⅰ.阅读
A
　　Facing the growing digital economy and new positions incubated (孵化) in the sector such as delivery men and live-streaming hosts,young people,especially those born after 2000,are expressing a stronger willingness for flexible work relations with companies,and also wish to become “digital workers” with flexible work locations and schedules.
A report from Peking University’s National School of Development released on Wednesday said that nearly 66 percent of surveyed employees born after 2000 prefer to work from home.The number is higher than surveyed people born after 1970,with about 54.4 percent of them preferring the new way.
“The Internet can do anything for me.I check emails from my clients and submit my proposals through communication software,then we discuss plans via teleconference.I love working from home actually,” said Mi Lu,a 28-year-old new media operator in Beijing.“It’s a much more convenient and cooler thing.We work everywhere,perhaps in a cafe,or on a bullet train or even on the table of a restaurant.”
Hu Jiayin,an associate professor in Peking University’s National School of Development, concluded that their survey shows that young people desire freedom in their jobs,but also wish for stability in their careers because of uncertainties brought by the fast-changing digital economy.
“But the development of the digital economy also brings great uncertainties and a sense of insecurity to the working population,so we’ve found some interesting things during our surveys that over 30 percent of job seekers we’ve surveyed wish to have a stable job at state-owned companies,” she added.
Li Jun,vice-president of a company,said that the greatest risk to those seeking flexible work is whether the company pays the salary fully and on time.“It’s necessary for job seekers to set up a long-term development plan,rather than be shortsighted.” He added that companies may bear risks that flexible employees can’t deliver high-quality work in a limited time period,which requires the companies to establish a sound work delivery standard to help evaluate employee performance.
(　　)1.What attracts the young people to become “digital workers”
A.The increasing network security.
B.The convenient transportation.
C.The flexible working style.
D.The bright prospects.
(　　)2.What do we know about Hu Jiayin’s conclusion
A.Digital economy is interesting and promising.
B.Young people pay little attention to instability in working.
C.30% of surveyed job seekers desire to work in government agencies.
D.The development of digital economy is a double-edged sword for job seekers.
(　　)3.What does Li Jun mean in the last paragraph
A.Job seekers lack ambitions.
B.Employers are shortsighted.
C.Some companies require working overtime.
D.Flexible work conditions need improving.
B
(2025·江苏盐城三校高三模拟)
Virtual reality gamers who finished the VR game faster than their fellow gamers also have higher levels of general intelligence and processing capacity.This was the result of a study conducted by Mr Weinmann from the University of Cologne.The results also indicate that virtual reality games can be useful supplementary human-resource-management tools in companies for predicting the job performance of an applicant.
Several studies have already shown that VR games may indicate or even help to develop intellectual and cognitive abilities.As intelligence is one of the most commonly used predictors for job performance,VR games could be interesting for human-resource-management.Although many companies are increasingly using VR technology to recruit(招募)candidates,only a few studies have specifically investigated whether and how VR games can be used to draw conclusions about intelligence in this area.The study contributes to bridging the gap between research and practice.
Weinmann invited 103 participants to his lab.Under controlled laboratory conditions,they played a commercial VR game and completed the short version of the intelligence test BIS-4.The researcher’s analyses show that an increase of 17% in processing capacity correlated with less time spent playing the game (by an average of 3.7 minutes).
The results are a scientific novelty,as it has hardly been possible to conduct VR studies with state-of-the-art VR hardware.There are thus few studies that have investigated the correlation between behavior in VR and intelligence,“There are already some companies that use games, so-called ‘serious games’,for recruiting.The new results are in line with this specific application of VR games and show that they can be used for recruiting,”said Weinmann.
The scientists intend to continue their research on the potential of VR games for practical applications.Among other things,they are investigating how people behave in virtual world.
(　　)4.What can we learn from Weinmann’s study
A.The results are far from satisfactory.
B.The participants can play the game freely.
C.It aims to develop intellectual ability.
D.It helps to combine research with practice.
(　　)5.What is Weinmann’s attitude to the result of the study
A.Unclear. B.Intolerant.
C.Favorable. D.Doubtful.
(　　)6.What is the last paragraph mainly about
A.Limitations of the study.
B.Possible directions for future study.
C.The present situation of the study.
D.The explanation of the research method.
(　　)7.Which of the following is the best title for the text
A.VR games can be used in recruitment
B.VR games can indicate intelligence level
C.VR games improve applicants’ performance
D.VR games have gained popularity in management
C
　　When I made the decision to quit my full-time employment,I never thought that I could get involved in an increasing global trend.I had to leave my relatively high-profile position for an unexpected move that hurt my pride and prevented me from getting promoted.Yet,I excused my departure by saying “I want to spend more time with my family.”
Curiously,after around two and a half years,my experience in what Americans refer to as“downshifting” has turned my excuse into an absolute reality.I have been transformed from a passionate advocate of Linda Kelsey’s “have it all” concept,which she has been promoting for the past seven years in the pages of a magazine,into a woman who is content to accept a little bit of everything.
I have discovered that abandoning the idea of “juggling your life” and adopting the alternative strategy of “downshifting” has benefits that go far beyond financial success and social status.Nothing could convince me to go back to the lifestyle Kelsey used to promote and which I had previously enjoyed: 12-hour workdays,tight deadlines,the terrifying pressure of office politics,and the demand of being a parent on “quality time”.
After the widespread layoffs (裁员) brought on by cost-cutting in the late 1980s,America started to move towards a simpler,less materialistic way of life as a response to the economic downturn.In America,simplifying one’s life is frequently done for financial reasons,but in Britain, at least among the middle class I know,we have different motivations for doing so.For the women of my generation who were encouraged to keep juggling,downshifting is not so much a search for a mythical (虚无的) good life—growing your own organic vegetables,and risking turning into one—as a personal recognition of your limitations.
(　　)8.What can we learn from Paragraph 1
A.The writer didn’t take pride in her original job.
B.Full-time employment is a new international trend.
C.The writer was eager to spend more time with her family.
D.The writer was forced to resign due to an external factor.
(　　)9.What do we know about downshifting according to the passage
A.The writer abandoned her high social status for downshifting.
B.Downshifting allowed the writer to make her dream come true.
C.The writer changed her way of thinking through downshifting.
D.The writer accepted the concept in a magazine because of downshifting.
(　　)10.What does the underlined phrase “juggling your life” in Paragraph 3 mean
A.Settling for a bit of everything.
B.Choosing to live a simple life.
C.Adopting a busy and stressful lifestyle.
D.Staying away from a materialistic way of life.
(　　)11.What does the writer intend to tell us
A.It is never too late to pursue your dream.
B.Downshifting results in a more satisfactory and simpler life.
C.There is a difference between the American and British cultures.
D.People should adopt downshifting to search for mythical experiences.
Ⅱ.语法填空
Cheng Yongmao,1.　　　　 is in his 60s and has been repairing and maintaining the Great Wall’s Jiankou section for nearly two decades,reaches his office at 6:30 a.m. and 2.　　　　 (get) right down to business.
Jiankou is widely considered one of the most dangerous parts of the Great Wall in Beijing and is known by 3.　　　　 (hiker) as the “Wild Wall”.The Great Wall’s Jiankou section has been subjected to natural disasters and human impact after 4.　　　　 (stand) for more than 450 years,and now extremely needs maintenance and reinforcement.
“Construction work is 5.　　　　 (general) conducted from April to October,and now it’s time 6.　　　　 (prepare) documents for future work,” said Cheng.“Previous work has to be reviewed,and historical items 7.　　　　 (unearth) during the cleaning and repairs need to be properly put in files,while construction charts for future efforts have to be readied.”
Cheng’s office is filled 8.　　　　 traces of his dealings with the Great Wall.A dozen walking sticks he made out of branches stand in the corner behind the door,next to 9.　　　　 pile of tools he uses for tiling.Detailed overall plans of the Jiankou section and the restored parts in Huairou District spread across the office walls.They clearly show towers and 10.　　　　 (vary) scenic spots Cheng has mapped using a computer program.
题组训练2
Ⅰ.阅读
A
　　Ke’Nyzjah Ferebee was standing by the kitchen worktop,adding cupcake liners to a pan.She used an ice cream spoon to fill each with cake batter (面糊) to ensure they would look identical.A finished group sat on the counter with white buttercream on top.The cupcakes were for a 2-year-old’s princess-themed birthday party.The next day,she had orders for a two-tiered cake and two birthday cakes.
While most teenagers are spending the summer hanging out with friends and working, Ke’Nyzjah is filling orders,updating her website and getting new branding photos.She owns and operates KayKe Bakery,a home-based business,specialising in custom cakes and cupcakes.She offers 14 flavours.She requires at least two to four weeks’ notice on orders,and she gets six to seven a week.
In 2020,she started baking out of boredom and a desire for cake.She asked her mum for a solution.Mum pointed her to a box of cake mix in the cupboard.Ke’Nyzjah’s first attempt failed. But she tried making more cakes the next day.She got better.
She watched hours of baking videos to come up with a recipe and to teach herself baking techniques.“Once I got on social media and started seeing other people’s decorated cakes,that’s when I got inspired to be a cake artist instead of just a baker,” she said.She took business classes such as digital marketing at her school.She also registered for a course to become a certified customer service specialist.It taught her how to talk to customers and get through a sale.She’s constantly trying to find more ways to promote her business and find new clients.“It’s a little difficult having to keep up with my social media pages and managing school,personal life and a business.It can be a lot sometimes,but I manage.”
Nakesia Ferebee,Ke’Nyzjah’s mother,felt her daughter’s father has been influential. Ke’Nyzjah gives her mother a large of the credit.“She’s like my biggest supporter.She’s made me who I am.I’ve come to realise that I am an incredible person.”
(　　)1.What was Ke’Nyzjah doing according to the first paragraph
A.Designing a themed party.
B.Making cakes for business.
C.Preparing for her birthday party.
D.Placing an order for cakes online.
(　　)2.What can be inferred about KayKe Bakery
A.It is well received.
B.It hosts parties for customers.
C.It is a joint business.
D.It mainly provides service for kids.
(　　)3.What might be a challenge for Ke’Nyzjah
A.Attending business classes.
B.Teaching herself baking techniques.
C.Getting along with her clients.
D.Balancing her business with schooling.
(　　)4.What is the passage mainly about
A.A home-based teen baker.
B.A boredom-killing bakery.
C.How to become a cake artist.
D.How to start a business.
B
(2025·八省联考)
Jim Johnson,a mail carrier,was an institution in the leafy Westmoreland,Westhaven and Westover Hills neighborhoods,just north of downtown Wilmington,where he delivered much more than the mail.He knew all the kids and their pets by name;he carried in the groceries;he took note of unlocked doors,offered gardening advice,and taught more than a few young boys the art of the curveball.When he wasn’t doing all that,Jim was running across a checkerboard of green lawns (草坪) to ensure the local postal service did not fall short of its daily promise.
Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.In many communities,that trust is won every day when life-saving medicine,greeting cards,social security checks,college acceptance letters—even the bills—appear in mailboxes in front of the houses.
After more than three decades,Jim approached his final days on the job much like any other.He drove a boxy postal truck to North DuPont Road for the first unofficial stop of the day.Butch,a dog who belonged to one of the neighbors,was waiting just like every day before.And just like every day before,he got into the jump seat and they were off.On the route,Jim and Butch had become inseparable.Now,the dog and the mailman would ride off to retirement together.At every stop,Jim accepted the parting good wishes of families that had become his own.There were tears and laughter,and hugs filled with warm memories.
It’s been 33 years since Jim left the route,but we are still reminded of the deep bond established between community and letter carrier.That’s what the postal service means to us.
(　　)5.What do we know about Jim Johnson from the first paragraph
A.He’s open-minded. B.He’s sharp-eyed.
C.He’s warm-hearted. D.He’s strong-willed.
(　　)6.What does the underlined word “disparaged” in Paragraph 2 mean
A.Refused. B.Criticized.
C.Investigated. D.Suspended.
(　　)7.What did Jim do besides daily delivery on his final days of work
A.He drove Butch to its owner.
B.He sent presents to his friends.
C.He prepared a retirement party.
D.He said goodbye to the neighbors.
(　　)8.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A.To remember a respected mail carrier.
B.To record an unforgettable experience.
C.To raise funds for the postal service.
D.To call for harmony in the community.
Ⅱ.完形填空
　　A 6-year-old girl named Quinn Hill is being honoured for what she did for her mum.
Quinn’s mum,Jennifer,said that earlier this year,she was　1　.She didn’t remember what happened next,so Quinn filled in the　2　.
“Quinn told me that I,　3　,sat down in a chair,looking up at the ceiling and started breathing quickly,” Jennifer said.“She said that I then 　4　 the chair onto my left side and my hands were together and my body was shaking.She kept saying,‘Mommy,Mommy’ and I wouldn’t
　5　.”
When Jennifer didn’t come to,　6　 Quinn decided to grab her three-year-old brother and run to a neighbour’s house to ask for help.No one 　7　 at the first house,so she tried another. Fortunately,they came to the door and 　8　followed the kids back to their home,where they　9　Jennifer lying unconscious on the kitchen floor.
The　10　 neighbour called Jennifer’s husband,who sent emergency services to the
　11　.And they transported her to a local hospital where doctors 　12　 she had a grand mal seizure (癫痫).It was the first time she’d had one.
To recognise Quinn and her　13　,Mayor (市长) Kyle J.Hayman honoured her with a　14　 certificate during a city council ceremony,where he also　15　 Resolution 05-24,naming February 5,2024 as “Quinn Hill Day”.
(　　)1.A.cooking B.sleeping C.driving D.camping
(　　)2.A.positions B.blanks C.districts D.forms
(　　)3.A.in turn B.for example C.with kindness D.at first
(　　)4.A.gave way to B.made up for C.broke away from D.fell out of
(　　)5.A.care B.repeal C.respond D.agree
(　　)6.A.modest B.courageous C.grateful D.curious
(　　)7.A.commented B.wondered C.answered D.rejected
(　　)8.A.instantly B.naturally C.eventually D.gradually
(　　)9.A.had B.left C.prevented D.found
(　　)10.A.tough-minded B.kind-hearted
C.eye-catching D.face-saving
(　　)11.A.home B.office C.school D.hospital
(　　)12.A.feared B.predicted C.discovered D.doubted
(　　)13.A.experience B.idea C.action D.intention
(　　)14.A.registration B.competition C.birth D.recognition
(　　)15.A.inspected B.adopted C.promised D.continuedUNIT 2　SPORTS AND FITNESS
题组训练1
Ⅰ.阅读
(2025·湖南衡阳考前冲刺卷)
I am a multisport athlete and seasoned coach.When I was growing up,school wasn’t really my thing,but sport very much was.Athletics connected me to my school community by giving me a sense of belonging and success even when I struggled in the classroom.When I entered education,I knew I wanted to be more than a coach on the field and court—I wanted to help students like me make meaningful connections to school through sports.
I designed a programme that focused on getting students moving.On the first day,I set up a range of equipment for different sports across a field.In groups,students discussed sports that they felt comfortable and safe playing.They then took turns selecting their comfort sports on the field,doing brief introductions,and playing with their groups.Afterwards,we had a class discussion on the importance of doing things that bring joy and passion,and how sharing that passion with others motivates us and the people around us to improve health.
On the second day,with the same field design and sporting equipment,I introduced the idea of stretch zones.Students formed the same groups as on the first day and discussed which sports were out of their comfort zone and more challenging to them.Some of my students were shy and others slightly frustrated as they struggled to perform the skills in sports in which they were not comfortable.Then we discussed,as a class,how even when something is challenging,if we recognise the difficulty and intentionally practice,we give ourselves the opportunity to overcome it over time and keep healthy and fun in the long-term.
The programme required more than just adjusting my curriculum—it also meant some changes to the way I taught.I found myself opening up to my students and sharing my own hardships and successes with them.As a result,my students felt freer to be their real selves.
(　　)1.What did the author think of sport when he was a student
A.It appealed mainly to seniors.
B.It led to a decline in his grades.
C.It helped him get attached to school.
D.It made him struggle in the classroom.
(　　)2.Why did the author design the programme
A.To test some sports equipment. B.To prepare students for a meet.
C.To push students to observe rules. D.To bond students and the school.
(　　)3.What was a problem the author faced on the second day of the programme
A.Some students feared challenges.
B.It was difficult to group students.
C.Students wanted material rewards.
D.The sports field became crowded.
(　　)4.What can we infer about the author
A.He loves telling jokes. B.He is a creative teacher.
C.He used to be very shy. D.He is fond of safe sports.
B
How steady you are on your feet can indicate how likely you are to live a longer,healthier life.The ability to remain upright and steady is something that we take for granted,until something goes wrong.
The balance system is made up of lots of different sensory components,explains Nicola Harris,a health expert.Good balance depends on correct sensory information from your eyes,muscles,tendons(腱),and joints,and the balance organs in the inner ear.
The most obvious benefit of good balance is that it helps prevent falls and therefore injuries,and simply makes daily activities easier and safer to perform.Unless you develop a balance disorder,the first time people become aware of balance issues is when they get older.
Harris says that people with balance problems at her clinic often talk about the loss of the ability to look from side to side as they cross the road because they feel unsteady.“That is fundamentally because the balance system as a whole starts to get worn down,” says Harris.
Pilates,dance and tai chi are all good exercises to maintain good balance.“Other things that work your balance slightly differently,but again really good,are ball games.Anything involving hand-eye coordination,such as tennis or table tennis,” says Harris.
However,she warns against just doing strengthening exercises in the gym using machinery:“That’s not going to improve your balance.” Including weights and resistance bands into your workout will not only strengthen your bones and muscles,but your balance,too.
(　　)5.What does the underlined word “components” in Paragraph 2 mean
A.Personalities. B.Manners.
C.Parts. D.Approaches.
(　　)6.Which statement is true about a balance disorder
A.It can be easily found in our everyday life.
B.It results in more convenience to daily activities.
C.It leads to people crossing the road more steadily.
D.It is hard to be felt for the young if one doesn’t have any symptom.
(　　)7.What can we learn from the last two paragraphs
A.There is more than one exercise to improve one’s balance.
B.Any kind of exercise will do good to maintaining one’s good balance.
C.Doing strengthening exercises is the best way to improve one’s balance.
D.As for improving one’s balance,Harris offers no recommendation.
(　　)8.Which column is the passage probably taken from
A.Technology. B.Health.
C.Fiction. D.Entertainment.
Ⅱ.七选五
(时文 《China Daily》)
Many factors in our life can lead to anxiety and stress.Luckily,there are several simple ways of relieving stress.Most of these steps are responsible for the improvement of your overall health as well.1.　　　 Physical activity leads to a lowering of the overall stress levels and it also improves your quality of life both physically and mentally.
Any physical activity improves the capability of your body to use oxygen and it also leads to better blood flow.2.　　　 Exercise increases the production of endorphins (内啡肽) in the brain.The endorphins are responsible for the “feel good” effect you feel and they also provide you with the much-desired “runner’s high”.In simple terms,it is the sense of well-being people receive after performing the exercise.
3.　　　 How do you choose the best physical activity for your exercise There is no need for you to be an outstanding athlete or a long-distance runner to achieve stress relief.For instance, you can perform some aerobic exercise (有氧运动) such as jogging and dancing.4.　　　 Doctors can help you develop an effective and safe exercise routine while taking into account your fitness level and the conditions you are suffering from.
Keep in mind that any kind of exercise will improve your fitness and reduce stress levels.You can also combine the activities till you have found the most enjoyable one.If you do not enjoy going near the water,never take swimming as a form of exercise.If the thoughts of running result in making you anxious,do not choose to train for a 5-kilometre race.5.　　
A.Diet and exercise are proven equally important.
B.There are many ways to meet your exercise target.
C.One of the best strategies to reduce stress is exercise.
D.Both these things lead to a direct good effect on the brain.
E.Besides,it is also a good idea to consult your doctor for guidance.
F.It is necessary for you to make plans to form a healthy exercise habit.
G.Therefore,be sure to select an activity that you enjoy rather than fear.
题组训练2
Ⅰ.阅读
A
Around 2 million deaths each year are linked to physical inactivity.And a sedentary (久坐的) lifestyle is one of the leading causes of death in the world.
A new study published in the journal of the American College of Sports Medicine suggests that regular short exercise “snacks” throughout the working day might be enough to mitigate the effects of a sedentary lifestyle.
For the study,11 participants (参与者) sat for 8-hour sessions.During the sessions,they followed one of four exercise “snacks”—1 minute of walking after every 30 minutes of sitting,1 minute after 60 minutes,5 minutes every 30 minutes,and 5 minutes every 60 minutes—or a “snack” with no walking.
The researchers found that participants’ blood sugar and blood pressure levels were reduced after 5 minutes of walking for every 30 minutes of sitting.
Lead study author Dr Keith Diaz,associate professor of behavioral medicine,said the most exciting part of the new research is that they’ve answered how to prevent the harmful health effects of sedentary sitting.
The researchers also found that all exercise “snacks” resulted in a reduction in participants’ tiredness,and an improvement in mood when compared to no walking at all.
“Beyond improving your physical health,”Dr Diaz said,“having regular walks to break up your sitting will put you in a better mood and help you feel more energetic.”
Dr Diaz added that the next steps for the research include finding more ways to reduce the harmful effects of sitting.
“We hope to find the least amount of movement you have to do to prevent the health harm of sitting,”Dr Diaz said.“The reality is that many adults will find it hard to walk every half hour.So finding a more practical recommendation is still needed.”
(　　)1.What does the underlined word “mitigate” in Paragraph 2 probably mean
A.Measure. B.Reduce.
C.Decide. D.Manage.
(　　)2.What excited Dr Diaz the most about the study
A.It got published in a journal.
B.It used a new research method.
C.It proved the harmful effects of sitting too long.
D.It found a way to prevent the harm of too much sitting.
(　　)3.What can all of the four exercise “snacks” reduce
A.People’s tiredness.
B.People’s weight.
C.People’s blood pressure.
D.People’s blood sugar.
(　　)4.Why does Dr Diaz plan to continue the research
A.Because the finding is likely to be wrong.
B.Because the solution may have side effects.
C.Because the solution is not suitable for all.
D.Because the study hasn’t got much attention.
B
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Want to learn a new language or get A’s in college exams Previous studies have shown that exercise can help stimulate the areas of the brain that convert (转换) new information into long-term memory.A new study has taken this information one step further and found the best time when exercise can help maximize learning.
Building upon past research that found exercise releases biochemicals that improve mental function,scientists at Radboud University and the University of Edinburgh conducted a study to determine when exercise was most beneficial to learning.
Participants—72 healthy male and female adults—were first asked to perform a computer test that challenged their visual and spatial learning.After the test,all of the subjects watched nature documentaries,but two-thirds of them also exercised.Half of the exercisers did circuit training on an exercise bike for 35 minutes immediately after the test.The other half did the same exercise but not until four hours after they had been tested.
Two days later,all of the participants returned to the lab for a recall test,and they were connected to MRI (磁共振成像) machines to assess their brain activity.The participants who exercised four hours after taking the computer test were able to recall what they had learned most accurately.Their brainwaves also showed more consistent levels of activity,indicating that their brains were less taxed to remember what they had learned.
According to this research,the best time to exercise to improve learning is four hours after studying.But why That’s one question the researchers have yet to answer.Another question left unanswered is the level of exercise that might best improve learning.I’ve run enough marathons to prove the fact that my brain is anything but sharp during or after a tough workout.But the researchers noted that light workouts might not give the brain enough of a biochemical boost to improve learning.
(　　)5.What did the new study aim to explore
A.When exercise is best for learning.
B.What biochemicals are good for health.
C.How brainwaves should be measured.
D.Which area of the brain is the most active.
(　　)6.What were all the participants asked to do during the experiment
A.Train on bicycles.
B.Do mathematics exercises.
C.Play computer games.
D.Watch films about nature.
(　　)7.Why did the participants return to the lab two days later
A.To do a medical examination.
B.To have their memory tested.
C.To get their workouts recorded.
D.To finish their previous tasks.
(　　)8.What might the author’s marathon running prove
A.The findings of the study are reliable.
B.Long-distance runners are often smart.
C.Studies on the marathon are not enough.
D.Hard exercise may not sharpen the brain.
Ⅱ.完形填空
Although many over-processed foods can satisfy the desire for sweet,fatty and salty foods,research suggests these items are particularly bad for the heart and brain,with mood and cognition taking a hit.
The most recent research looking at the　1　 of over-processed foods found the most far-reaching results.Researchers　2　 direct links between higher consumption of over-processed foods and a greater risk of many health issues.
These results are　3　 earlier studies.Diets high in these foods were linked to a greater risk of depression and anxiety,according to an analysis published in a journal.In one of these studies, risk rose from 　4　 just 33 percent of calories from over-processed foods.A separate study found that taking in just 20 percent of calories from these foods was linked to a 28 percent faster rate of cognitive 　5　 compared with people who ate less over-processed foods.
Also　6　 is that a study tracking about half a million people living in England,Scotland, and Wales found that the risk of dementia (痴呆) went up by 25 percent for every 10 percent increase in over-processed foods.While the exact cause-and-effect relationship is still unknown,the strongest evidence from prospective studies 　7　 the idea that eating high amounts of over-processed foods increases the risk of depression in the future.
It is common knowledge that eating too much salt or sugar is linked to high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.What the public may not appreciate,　8　 ,is that all these conditions affect the brain by raising the risk for dementia.　9　 such as certain artificial sweeteners may also disturb the production and release of brain chemicals,such as dopamine,which can negatively affect mental and emotional 　10　 .
Another problem with over-processed foods is that they might be addictive.Over-processed foods have more in common with 　11　 than foods by Mother Nature.Humans have evolved to respond to foods that are sweet,fatty,and high in calories.For most of human existence,this helped us　12　 .But in nature,foods are 　13　 modestly high in sugar—like berries—or high in fat, like nuts.You don’t find foods high in both sugar and fat.That’s a distinctive　14　 of over-processed foods.Add in salt,artificial flavourings and bright colours,and our brains simply
　15　 these foods.
(　　)1.A.recipe B.flavour C.preparation D.impact
(　　)2.A.promoted B.identified C.evaluated D.dismissed
(　　)3.A.contrary to B.consistent with C.concerned about D.dependent on
(　　)4.A.consuming B.calculating C.reducing D.burning
(　　)5.A.improvement B.advantage C.quality D.decline
(　　)6.A.reassuring B.contradictory C.alarming D.sustainable
(　　)7.A.goes against B.casts doubt on C.leans towards D.puts forward
(　　)8.A.however B.therefore C.by chance D.for instance
(　　)9.A.Decorations B.Additives C.Options D.Contributors
(　　)10.A.problem B.capacity C.outburst D.well-being
(　　)11.A.appetizers B.cigarettes C.desserts D.snacks
(　　)12.A.survive B.emerge C.venture D.mature
(　　)13.A.still B.barely C.only D.rather
(　　)14.A.nutrition B.taste C.dish D.characteristic
(　　)15.A.gain insight into B.lose control over
C.show concern for D.get hold of

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