第一节 阅读下列短文，从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。（每小题 1.5 分，共 15 分）
A 核心素养 思维品质
In the world of modern Chinese art, Chen Jianzhou stands out not only for his special artistic vision(艺术视野) but also for his unusual life story.
Although he is not able to hear well, he has achieved great success in art. He connects traditional Chinese culture with modern style, giving the Monkey King a new look and meaning. He has won many awards for that. In 2024, he published a book called The Boy Who Drew Journey to the West which includes his artworks and personal growth stories.
Chen’s journey hasn’t been easy. He lost his hearing at the age of 3 because of a high fever. And he went to primary school at six. Although he was deaf, he never gave up.
Journey to the West has been a source of strength for Chen. “The image of the Monkey King has always been in my mind. I feel like I’m him. I wish I could fly freely like him, be as healthy as him, and have as many transformations(变化) as
him,” he said. Based on the novel and its characters, Chen has created many lively and amazing paintings.
With the rapid development of modern Chinese art, Chen’s works have become known both at home and abroad. “I hope Chinese culture can be seen on the global stage,” said Chen.
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D
)1. How did Chen Jianzhou explain the Monkey King in his art?
A. By making him look smarter.
B. By changing his clothes and hair.
C. By showing his weaknesses.
D. By giving him a new look and meaning.
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B
)2. The underlined word “him” here refers to “
”.
A. Chen Jianzhou
B. the Monkey King
C. Chen Jianzhou’s father
D. the Monkey King’s grandson
(
C
)3. What is the source of strength for Chen Jianzhou?
A. The support from his family and some good friends.
B. His personal experiences with hearing loss.
C. The novel Journey to the West and the Monkey King.
D. The help he has received from other people.
(
C
)4. Which of the following words can best describe Chen Jianzhou according to the passage?
A. Healthy.
B. Honest.
C. Talented.
D. Lucky.
(
B
)5. What can be the best title for the passage?
A. The long struggles of a famous deaf artist
B. Chen Jianzhou’s painting road and his achievements
C. The Monkey King in modern art
D. Chinese culture on the global stage
You can enjoy the world of Harry Potter with these new audiobooks. The first part of a new Harry Potter audio series is now available. It has a full group of actors, and it makes the books more vivid with music, sound effects and actors' voices for all the different characters.
Junior talked with Frankie, Arabella and Max about their work on the series. The three said they usually record their lines alone. This sometimes makes them feel a bit silly. Max said he feels especially silly when he has to pretend to laugh while recording. “I always feel weird,” he said, “because nothing is funny at that moment.”
Arabella said one of her favourite recording moments was when Hermione turns into a cat. “I had to use a very, very high voice. It was so
squeaky,” she said. Frankie’s favourite moments were the wand-fighting scenes. He said it was fun because “it’s like having a battle, but without actually fighting”.
The three actors think they are very similar to their characters. Frankie said he likes to tell sarcastic jokes sometimes, just like Harry. Max is like Ron because he has a big appetite and is quite cheeky. Arabella loves reading books, just like Hermione.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Full-Cast Edition) is now on Audible. The next Harry Potter audiobook will come out in December, and the other five will be released one by one every month.
For the first three audiobooks in the series, Frankie Treadaway, Arabella Stanton and Max Lester voice Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley. Other actors will voice the characters when they grow older.
（素材选自 The Week Junior UK）
(
B
)6. What makes the new Harry Potter audio series more vivid?
A. Only actors' voices.
B. Music, sound effects and actors' voices.
C. A group of famous writers.
D. New stories about Harry Potter.
(
B
)7. Why does Max feel silly while recording?
A. Because he has to record lines with other actors.
B. Because he has to pretend to laugh when nothing is funny.
C. Because he has to use a very high-pitched voice.
D. Because he doesn't like his character.
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B
)8. What does the underlined word “squeaky” mean in the passage?
A. Low.
B. Sharp.
C. Soft.
D. Nice.
(
C
)9.（创新考法·观点态度）What is the writer's attitude towards the new Harry Potter audiobooks?
A. Doubtful.
B. Negative.
C. Positive.
D. Uninterested.
(
B
)10. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. Famous Harry Potter characters
B. New Harry Potter audiobooks and their voice actors
C. How to record audiobooks
D. Popular Harry Potter books
