专题 02 阅读理解（记叙文）
主题01 人与社会
Passage 1
（浙江省新阵地联盟考试2024-2025学年高三上学期10月月考英语试题）
As Elizabeth Stone once said, “Having children is like having your heart go walking around outside of your
body.” You send them off to school and hope that the world treats them kindly because when they hurt, you hurt.
Surely it’s inevitable that your child will experience hurt feelings at some point. So, it’s wise to be ready for those
moments.
But what truly prepares you for the moment when the child you love so much unexpectedly heals the wounds of
your own inner child? A mom, who goes by Soogia, posted a video on TikTok explaining a phone call she received
from a parent in her daughter’s classroom. The mom called to inform Soogia that their kids had been sharing lunch
with each other.
Soogia wasn’t prepared for what came next. The classmate’s mother informed her that her son loved the food
Soogia’s daughter brought to school and wanted to learn how to cook it too.
That may seem like a small thing to some, but the small gesture healed a little bit of Soogia’s inner child.
Growing up as a Korean kid in California, Soogia had different experiences from her children.
“I guess I just never thought that my kids would be the generation of kids that could go to school and not just
proudly eat, but share their food with other kids that were just so open and accepting to it,” Soogia said through tears.
“They don’t sit there eating their food alone, feeling ashamed and wishing that their fried rice was a bagel instead or
something like that. And I know, it sounds so small and it sounds so stupid, but knowing that their experience at
school is so different from mine in such a positive way is just so hopeful.”
Soogia’s tearful video pulled at the heartstrings of her viewers who shared their thoughts in the comments.
“These Gen Alpha babies really are a different, kinder generation. I love them so much,” someone revealed.
24．What is the purpose of quoting at the beginning of the passage?
A．To illustrate the hard work of being a parent.B．To stress parents’ consistent concerns about their children.
C．To introduce the story about a child’s growth that follows.
D．To contrast the different feelings between parents and children.
25．Why did the classmate’s mother call Soogia?
A．To ask for the lunch recipe her son loved.
B．To invite Soogia to prepare lunch for the children together.
C．To inform Soogia of her daughter’s understanding behavior at school.
D．To express her appreciation for the lunch Soogia’s daughter brought.
26．What makes Soogia feel comforted?
A．Her child can finally fit in with American society.
B．Her child has gained friendship and recognition at school.
C．Her child needn’t feel ashamed of their cultural background.
D．Her child can share their favorite food with their classmates.
27．What can we infer about Soogia’s opinion of the new generation of children?
A．Open-minded and inclusive. B．Adventurous and open-minded.
C．Tolerant and ambitious. D．Friendly and ambitious.
Passage 2
（2026·河南南阳·二模）
For Sarah, a librarian in a small town in Oregon, the library was never just a place for books. But it wasn’t
until the record-breaking heatwave last summer that she realized its true potential as a “community living room.”
As temperatures climbed to dangerous levels, Sarah noticed an unusual influx of people. It wasn’t just the
regular readers; it was elderly couples whose homes lacked air conditioning, exhausted delivery workers looking for
a cool corner, and teenagers who usually spent their afternoons at the now-closed local park. The library, with its
powerful cooling system and free Wi-Fi, became a sanctuary.
One afternoon, Sarah spotted a man named David sitting near the back, staring blankly at a computer screen.
After a brief conversation, she learned that David had recently lost his job and, without a home internet connection,
was struggling to apply for new positions. Seeing his frustration, Sarah didn’t just point him to a shelf. She spent her
lunch breaks for the next week helping him polish his resume and navigating complex job portals.“Libraries are the only places where you can exist without being expected to spend money,” Sarah observed.
Inspired by the crisis, she started a “Career Corner” in the library, offering free printing services and weekly
workshops. The initiative was a huge success, attracting local business owners who volunteered to conduct mock
interviews.
Months later, David walked in, not to escape the heat, but to share the news that he had secured a technician
job. He handed Sarah a small potted plant — a token of gratitude. For Sarah, the library had evolved. It was no longer
just a quiet space for silence, but a dynamic hub where lives were rebuilt.
24．What did Sarah find out about the library during the heatwave?
A．It needed a more powerful cooling system. B．It could serve as a vital social center.
C．It attracted fewer readers than expected. D．It was too small for the growing influx.
25．What does the underlined word “sanctuary” in paragraph 2 probably mean?
A．A quiet research lab. B．A busy marketplace.
C．A historic monument. D．A safe shelter.
26．What can we infer about the “Career Corner” ?
A．It was initially a government project. B．It focused mainly on young teenagers.
C．It replaced the library’s traditional roles.D．It benefited from community support.
27．Which of the following is the best title for the text?
A．Sarah: A Librarian with a Green Thumb.
B．David’s Journey: From Heat to a New Job.
C．The Library: More Than Just a Quiet Space.
D．Public Services: How to Survive a Heatwave.
Passage 3
（2026·河南郑州·二模）
Esther Kimani, a 29-year-old pioneer in agritech, is changing the lives of smallholder farmers across Africa.
As the founder of Farmer Lifeline Technologies (FLT), she has applied artificial intelligence (AI) to fight against
crop pests (害虫) and diseases, significantly reducing losses for rural farmers.
Kimani's journey began in a small Kenyan village on the Aberdare Mountains. Witnessing firsthand the severe
impact of pests and diseases on their crops — and consequently, their income — she understood early how agriculturallosses could mean unmet basic needs like school fees and healthcare. Despite these challenges, Kimani became the
first girl from her village to attend university, studying computer science. It was there that she recognized the potential
of technology to solve rural farmers' struggles, and that's how FLT was born.
In Kenya alone,7.5 million smallholder farmers lose up to 50% of their yield (产量) to pests and diseases
annually — losses that could feed millions. Traditional solutions like hiring agricultural consultants or using drones
(无人机) are prohibitively expensive. To solve this critical issue, she developed an AI-powered camera, which is set
up on farms at no upfront cost. It scans crops continuously and warns farmers through Short Message Service (SMS)
for $3 per month when pests or diseases are detected.
A key focus for Kimani is supporting women farmers, who make up 43% of the agricultural labor force in
developing nations, but who often lack access to technology. "Men in rural communities tend to have smartphones,
while women rely on basic feature phones," she notes. "Through SMS, we ensure women aren't left behind."
Kimani's innovation has already impacted thousands of farmers, 78% of whom have reported a yield increase of
over 36%. Her team aims to reach 200 thousand farms across the country within five years. For Kimani, success in
2030 means seeing 200 thousand smallholder farmers living with dignity — affording education, healthcare, and
financial stability through improved yields. Kimani is not just building a company; she's reshaping the future of
African agriculture.
24．Why did Kimani found FLT?
A．To fund rural farmers. B．To transform farming.
C．To expand AI industry. D．To research crop types.
25．How does the AI-powered camera help farmers?
A．By sending them timely warnings. B．By connecting them to consultants.
C．By controlling drones to scan crops. D．By driving pests away automatically.
26．What is an advantage of Kimani's innovation?
A．Equal access. B．Tailored service.
C．Large storage. D．Easy maintenance.
27．What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A．Financial policies affect agriculture. B．African agriculture will take the lead.
C．Kimani will pursue further education. D．Kimani's innovation powers a bright future.
Passage 4（2026·河南·二模）
When Mia Woods retired at 61, she knew she needed a plan. “I was worried about losing my identity as a
professional. What else can I be?” she thought.
The year before, she had been told she had a mild memory problem. “I was trying to show myself that I could
still think and be creative,” she says. So she decided to do — rather than be — something new: bake a pie every day
for a year and give each pie away. “It made me reach out every day to somebody, so I wouldn’t be alone. And it gave
me a routine,” she says.
She baked her first pie and gave it to her 88-year-old aunt, Carol. As a teenager, Mia had moved in with her
aunt’s family when her mother became ill. “They gave me stability... It was the perfect first pie,” she says. She went
on giving pies to former colleagues, grocery clerks, even a homeless man. As word spread, she got known as “the pie
lady”.
For more than 30 years, Mia had worked as a city planner. “I’m a planner by nature, training and profession.
What I really liked about it was that planning takes time, chaos, many different components, puts them all together
and makes them into something manageable.” She sees the same in baking pies: “You take a bunch of ingredients
and create something out of them.”
Twelve years on, Mia has continued to invent new projects, including writing a letter a day, and painting
pictures of her local sky. She is writing a book about the pie experience. But she has learned more than baking. “What
really came out of it was the understanding that I was someone who could do new things,” she reflects. “And my
professional identity wasn’t critical to who I am.”
“Even now, after I have an encounter with somebody, I think: ‘There’s a person I wish I could give a pie to.’”
says Mia.
24．What was Mia’s worry when she retired?
A．Her serious mental problem. B．Her being cut off from others.
C．Having no identity beyond career. D．Having to change her daily routine.
25．Why did Mia give her first pie to her aunt?
A．She had given Mia a home.
B．She had cared for Mia’s mum.
C．She was the oldest in the family.
D．She had built Mia’s stable character.
26．What do city planning and baking pies have in common according to Mia?
A．Both require professional training. B．Both make sense of mixed elements.C．Both create something out of nothing. D．Both connect people with one another.
27．What is Mia’s reflection on her experience?
A．Everyone in the world deserves a pie.
B．New challenges redefine who we are.
C．Opening up to changes takes courage.
D．Simple acts can bring people together.
Passage 5
（2026·河南南阳·二模）
Jacques Richter, a teacher at Northwood School, was chatting with a parent when the mom mentioned three
old bikes sitting disused and that her kids had outgrown them. It all started with that throwaway line. Richter felt a
sudden idea. “What if we fix them up and pass them on?”
It was 2024, Northwood’s 75th anniversary, and Richter wanted to do something meaningful. When he brought
the idea to his cycling team, it landed in fertile ground. All team members loved the proposal and ran with it. “Let’s go
for 75,” one student suggested. “One for each year.” And so the “75 Bikes” project was born.
Word spread. Old bikes started showing up, loose frames, missing wheels and flat tires. The students didn’t
see junk. They saw challenges. Every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon, the workshop was full of life. Tools made
noise. They made mistakes and bikes had to be taken apart more than once. They were not professional mechanics.
But efforts paid off. Bit by bit, the pile of broken bikes thinned out, and the row of shiny, rideable bikes grew.
Then they knew Keletso, a young man working at a local supermarket. His only way there was an old bike
without brakes (刹车). The students picked out their best repair, a solid blue bike with smooth gears and strong
brakes. When they handed it over, Keletso’s face broke into a wide smile. At that moment, the students understood
something no classroom could teach. A bike isn’t just a bike. For someone like Keletso, it’s freedom.
By year’s end, they had donated over 25 bikes, still short of 75, but they weren’t stopping. “We set out to give
away bicycles,” Richter said. “What we got back was so much more.”
24．What inspired the initial idea of “75 Bikes” project?
A．A casual chat. B．A team discussion.
C．A careful plan. D．A student’s dream.
25．What does the underlined phrase “landed in fertile ground” in paragraph 2 probably mean?A．Got quickly forgotten. B．Received strong support.
C．Caused a heated debate. D．Needed repeated checking.
26．What can be inferred from the students’ bike repair process?
A．Efforts bridge the skill gap. B．Students are born mechanics.
C．Repairing is beyond students. D．Professional guidance matters.
27．What does the story show?
A．Opportunity knocks but once.
B．Well begun is half done.
C．Giving is better than receiving.
D．It’s never too late to learn.
主题01 人与自我
Passage 1
（2026·河南信阳·二模）
Celine Dion, one of the most iconic voices in music history, has captured audiences worldwide with her
powerful vocal and emotional performances. Her journey from a small-town girl in Canada to a global superstar
reflects her extraordinary talent, resilience, and optimism.
Born in Quebec in March 1968 as the youngest of the 14 children in a musical family, Celine displayed her
gift young. By 12, she had already co-written her first song with her mother. Her big break came when her talent was
discovered by manager René Angélil. Deeply impressed by her voice, he mortgaged (抵押) his house to finance her
debut album, marking the beginning of a lifelong professional partnership and eventual marriage.
Celine’s career skyrocketed in the 1980s and 1990s. She rose to international fame with hits like The Power
of Love and Because You Loved Me. However, it was her performance of My Heart Will Go On that cemented her
status as a global icon, which earned her an Academy Award and multiple Grammy Awards and placed her name
in households globally. Her performances at major events, such as the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, further highlightedher ability to capture massive audiences.
It’s not that Celine’s life has not been without hardship. In 2016, she suffered the loss of René Angélil, her
beloved. This period marked a profound personal transformation. She openly shared her grief and embraced fashion as
a form of self-expression, using it to channel feelings of “strength, beauty, and femininity”. In recent years, Celine
herself has faced a battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder causing severe muscle spasms.
Despite this, she remains determined to return to the stage, declaring, “If I can’t run, I’ll walk; if I can’t walk, I’ll
crawl…I won’t stop.”
Celine Dion’s influence extends far beyond music. Her philanthropic efforts, including support for children’s
charities and disaster relief initiatives, underscore her commitment to giving back to society. Her recent
documentary, I Am: Celine Dion, offers a close glimpse into her life and struggles, inspiring millions with her
resilience and optimism.
24．How did René Angélil fund Celine Dion’s first album?
A．He secured a loan against his house. B．He sold his house and other possessions.
C．He borrowed money from his friends. D．He organized a big concert to raise fund.
25．Which event further established Celine Dion’s legendary status?
A．Her hit song The Power of Love. B．My Heart Will Go On for Titanic.
C．Her documentary I Am: Celine Dion. D．Her performance at the Atlanta Olympics.
26．What can be inferred about Celine Dion’s attitude toward her challenges?
A．She plans to greatly transform her music.B．She publicly seeks comfort from her fans.
C．She remains committed to her performing. D．She prioritizes her fashion career over music.
27．What does the underlined word “philanthropic” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A．Ambitious. B．Tireless. C．Competent. D．Generous.
Passage 2
（2026·河南信阳·二模）
Steve Bagmanyan found his calling in a workshop filled with broken instruments. But every year, the shop
brings both joy and heartbreak. Due to budget cuts, the number of technicians has dropped from 60 to just 11, leaving
them to repair instruments for more than half a million students in Los Angeles public schools.
“The work we do is important and needs to be preserved, but it’s becoming a dying craft,” said Bagmanyan,60,
who runs the shop and handles piano repairs. “Children are our future, yet music programs are being cut across thecountry.”
However, there is hope for the shop. The Last Repair Shop, a short documentary featuring Bagmanyan and
three other technicians, recently won an Oscar for best documentary short film. The film combines their personal
stories with reflections from students who have found comfort and joy in music.
Few people even knew the shop existed before the documentary’s release. This workshop, in operation since
1959, is believed to be the last of its kind in the country. Bagmanyan and his team provide free instruments and
repairs across the school district, often serving children from low-income families. For many of these children, public
schools are their only source of musical instruments, which wealthier families can more easily afford.
Since the release of the film, public support has soared. Donations have been made to fund more repairs and
strengthen school music programs in Los Angeles. “People are inspired by what we do and want to support a dying
art form,” said Ben Proudfoot, who co-directed the documentary.
Bagmanyan knows that a poorly maintained instrument can discourage a child from learning. “If an instrument
doesn’t work properly, a child might give up on music,” he said. “But when you know the instrument is going to a
student who loves it, it’s impossible not to smile.”
After 21 years of service, Bagmanyan says his cup is full, knowing that children may carry a love of music
with them for a lifetime. “I was planning to retire,” he admitted. “But now I’ll rebuild the shop to what it once was
and keep going a little longer.”
24．What is the challenge faced by Bagmanyan?
A．Old instruments. B．Declining number of students.
C．Low profitability. D．Shortage of skilled technicians.
25．What is paragraph 4 mainly about?
A．The career achievements of Bagmanyan.
B．The popularity of the documentary.
C．The unique history of the school district.
D．The importance of the repair shop.
26．How does the documentary impact the shop?
A．It enhances the shop’s public image.
B．It attracts new business opportunities.
C．It helps sustain the shop’s operation.
D．It provides education to the community.
27．What do the underlined words “his cup is full” in the last paragraph mean?A．He is ready to retire. B．He feels deeply satisfied.
C．He is tired of the spotlight. D．He has become very wealthy.
Passage 3
（2026·河南开封·二模）
Growing up in the UK, I was utterly fascinated by the tiny world of insects. At five, my dog wrecked an ant
nest I’d spent weeks building, so I set out to rebuild it better. I carved tiny dwellings for ants from twigs and leaf
fragments, then moved on to fashioning teacups from silver foil for imaginary sprites. When my mother saw my
work, she whispered, “The smaller your creations, the larger your impact will be.”
As I matured, my designs grew fiendishly complex. Sculpting is no casual hobby; I often work 16 - hour
stretches without breaks, and a single piece can take three months to finish. I must hold my breath during the entire
sculpting process to avoid disturbing the fragile forms.
Once, a fly landed on a tiny Cinderella carriage I was carving. Its wingbeat blew the delicate work away, and
it was lost forever. Another time, I accidentally exhaled (呼气) on a minuscule Alice from Alice in Wonderland, and
she vanished. Yet these failures taught me to refine my technique, leading to even more precise work on the second
try.
My micro - sculptures have taken me to extraordinary places. In 2012, I met the Queen, presenting her with a
crown perched on the head of a pin. In 2013, I earned my first Guinness World Record for the smallest sculpture: a
24 - carat gold motorbike that fit inside a human hair. In 2017, I broke my own record with a human fetus sculpture
measuring just 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm.
Although I was diagnosed with autism as an adult, I was once labeled a “failure” by my schoolteachers. Now, I
see my autism as a superpower — it has given me the laser focus to excel in my craft. I run workshops for neurodiverse
kids, sharing my story and helping them build their own tiny worlds.
The micro - kingdom has always been my happy place. I’ve tried larger sculptures, but small is where I shine.
We must learn to value the little things in life, for they can hold immense power.
24．What can we infer from the comment of the author’s mother?
A．Small art was less valuable than large-scale works.
B．The author’s work was too delicate to be practical.
C．The author was encouraged to pursue tiny world passion.
D．The author’s focus on tiny things would limit his success.25．What does the underlined word “fiendishly” in Paragraph 2 mean?
A．Extremely. B．Frighteningly. C．Surprisingly. D．Conveniently.
26．What specific achievement did the author accomplish in 2017?
A．Creating a tiny gold motorbike in a hair.
B．Being granted an audience with the Queen.
C．Holding workshops for neurodiverse children.
D．Breaking his own Guinness record with a fetus sculpture.
27．Why does the author view his autism as a “superpower”?
A．To win public sympathy through it.
B．To give intense focus for micro-sculpture.
C．To allow easier communication with others.
D．To make him popular among schoolteachers.
Passage 4
（2026·河南信阳·二模）
In an age shaped by social media and self-promotion, people admire a visible version of success, the kind that
takes center stage and seeks constant applause. For an extended period, I was a willing participant in this illusion (错觉),
measuring my own worth by the volume of recognition I received from others, only to feel disappointed when my
quiet contributions went unnoticed.
My perspective on value and success shifted greatly during my volunteer time at a small neighborhood library.
It was a quiet place with calm yet purposeful daily activities, where the staff worked diligently without expectation
of praise or recognition. My responsibilities there were modest and simple: reshelving books, helping a student find
a suitable novel, or keeping the reading room quiet and peaceful for everyone. These ordinary and unsung routines,
which were easily overlooked by most people, first struck me as trifling, totally lacking the applause and attention I
had starved for.
Over time, however, I began to see deeper value in these simple tasks. An elderly man came to the library
every week, calling it his only shelter of peace in a noisy world. A small group of young locals depended on its quiet
and comfortable atmosphere to take a break from their busy lives. I gradually came to realize that the library’s true
significance lay not in great public recognition or praise, but in the steady, silent dedication (奉献) of its staff that
made it a warm haven (港湾) for the whole community.Eventually, I learned that true competence operates quietly. It lies in the work done without an audience: the
small, consistent efforts that make life easier for others. Success does not need a spotlight to be real. The most
meaningful contributions are often made without expecting applause, yet they are profoundly valuable.
24．What did the author previously believe?
A．Silent work deserved respect. B．Success hid in the dark.
C．Visible efforts earned reputation. D．Recognition measured worth.
25．What does the underlined word “trifling” in paragraph 2 probably mean?
A．Effortless. B．Challenging. C．Insignificant. D．Complicated.
26．How does the author illustrate the importance of the library in paragraph 3?
A．By giving examples. B．By making contrast.
C．By listing statistics. D．By quoting readers.
27．What is the main purpose of the text?
A．To compare different types of success.
B．To show the value of quiet devotion.
C．To describe the experience at a library.
D．To advocate seeking public recognition.
Passage 5
（2026·河南濮阳·二模）
Growing up in a small village in southern Ghana, Osei Boateng witnessed his family and neighbors struggle
to access basic health care. For many villagers, the nearest hospital was a several-hour journey on rough roads. His
grandmother’s death from a preventable illness deeply saddened him and fueled his desire to make a difference.
Ghana faces significant health challenges: with a life expectancy of about 64, the country sees high death rates
from treatable diseases like malaria and stroke. Determined to address this issue, Boateng studied diligently and
earned a scholarship to Cornell University in the US, where he completed a master’s degree in Healthcare
Administration.
During his studies, he realized that his homeland lacked two critical things: health education and preventive
care. Villagers were too busy making a living to travel to hospitals for regular check-ups. Early screening was rare,
and many were unaware of the deadly risks posed by conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes (糖尿病).
In 2021, Boateng founded the OKB Hope Foundation and transformed a van (厢式货车) into a mobile medicalclinic. Several times a week, a team of professional medical workers travels to remote villages, offering free health
check-ups, basic medical tests, and essential medicines. To date, the van has served over 4,000 people across more
than 45 rural communities.
Boateng’s team has also trained 20 local volunteers to collect health data, ensuring continuous monitoring of
villagers’ well-being. Beyond physical health, he has launched a mental health program to reduce the symptom around
depression and provide much-needed emotional support. For Boateng, bringing life-saving care to those in need has
become the most meaningful part of his life.
His remarkable efforts have gained widespread recognition, including the 2025 Global Citizen Waislitz Grand
Prize. So far, the OKB Hope Foundation has served over 15,000 people in more than 100 remote communities in
Ghana. Boateng’s work has not only saved lives but also shifted people’s healthcare mindset — from seeking treatment
only when ill to hugging proactive prevention. He stands as an inspiring example of turning personal grief (悲痛)
into lasting good for one’s nation.
24．Why did Boateng choose to study healthcare administration?
A．To secure a well- paid career in the United States.
B．To become a professional expert in medical fields.
C．To help solve health problems in his homeland.
D．To seek an effective cure for some rare diseases.
25．What prevented villagers from receiving early health screenings?
A．Being too occupied with supporting their family.
B．Suffering shortages of local medical equipment.
C．Knowing nothing about screening appointments.
D．Lacking knowledge of dangerous health conditions.
26．What can we learn about Boateng’s mobile medical clinic?
A．It provides free medical services for rural residents.
B．It was first donated by the OKB Hope Foundation.
C．It mainly focuses on treating those serious diseases.
D．It has expanded its services to other African countries.
27．What is Boateng’s greatest influence on his nation?
A．His innovative healthcare ideas.
B．His inspiring and exemplary role.
C．His unbelievable personal efforts.D．His heartfelt devotion to his work.
