三、阅读理解(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)
A)阅读下面四篇短文,从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中,选择最佳选项。
A(2026·江苏扬州期末)
During ancient times, children didn't have smartphones, iPads or computers to entertain themselves. Instead, they came up with interesting games to play in their childhood. Let's take a look.
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A. They were paper-made and light.
B. They were made of wood.
C. They had bird-shaped designs.
D. They were produced in Beijing.
(
A. Because puppets were controlled by machines.
B. Because it was the only way to listen to stories.
C. Because artists performed in front of the screen.
D. Because of the music and beautiful puppets.
(
A. How hide-and-seek, kite-flying and shadow plays are played.
B. The history of kites and shadow plays in China.
C. Traditional entertainment activities for ancient Chinese children.
D. The differences between ancient and modern children's games.
A)阅读下面四篇短文,从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中,选择最佳选项。
A(2026·江苏扬州期末)
During ancient times, children didn't have smartphones, iPads or computers to entertain themselves. Instead, they came up with interesting games to play in their childhood. Let's take a look.
(
B
)1. What was a special feature of the earliest kites in China?A. They were paper-made and light.
B. They were made of wood.
C. They had bird-shaped designs.
D. They were produced in Beijing.
(
D
)2. Why did people enjoy watching shadow plays in ancient times?A. Because puppets were controlled by machines.
B. Because it was the only way to listen to stories.
C. Because artists performed in front of the screen.
D. Because of the music and beautiful puppets.
(
C
)3. What is the main idea of the passage?A. How hide-and-seek, kite-flying and shadow plays are played.
B. The history of kites and shadow plays in China.
C. Traditional entertainment activities for ancient Chinese children.
D. The differences between ancient and modern children's games.
答案：1. B 【点拨】根据“Flying kites”部分“The earliest kites weren't made of paper. They were made of wood instead.”可知，中国最早的风筝不是纸做的，而是木制的。故选 B。
2. D 【点拨】根据“Watching shadow plays”部分“People liked listening to the music and enjoyed the beautiful puppets.”可知，古人喜欢皮影戏的原因就是喜欢里面的音乐和精美的木偶。故选 D。
3. C 【点拨】文章开篇点明古代孩子没有电子设备，而是有很多有趣的传统游戏，随后依次介绍了捉迷藏、放风筝、看皮影戏三种古代孩子的传统娱乐方式；选项 C“古代中国孩子的传统娱乐活动”精准概括本文主旨。故选 C。
2. D 【点拨】根据“Watching shadow plays”部分“People liked listening to the music and enjoyed the beautiful puppets.”可知，古人喜欢皮影戏的原因就是喜欢里面的音乐和精美的木偶。故选 D。
3. C 【点拨】文章开篇点明古代孩子没有电子设备，而是有很多有趣的传统游戏，随后依次介绍了捉迷藏、放风筝、看皮影戏三种古代孩子的传统娱乐方式；选项 C“古代中国孩子的传统娱乐活动”精准概括本文主旨。故选 C。
B 传统文化
Pingshu, a traditional Chinese storytelling art, has a history dating back to the Qing Dynasty.
Performers usually tell stories in teahouses or small theatres, attracting viewers with their lively voices and gestures(姿态).
To master Pingshu, artists need years of training. Most learn by studying under their teachers—usually experienced performers. As one famous artist, Yuan Kuocheng said, “Pingshu is work both on body and mind. Performers must memorize long stories and add their own explanations to make the stories more attractive. They also need to understand the deeper meanings of the stories and share their thoughts with the viewers.”
During performances, artists stand behind a table. They use tools like a folding fan and a wooden block called Xingmu(醒木). The fan helps act out scenes, like “drawing a sword(剑)”. The Xingmu is knocked on the table to mark the start of the story or to highlight(突出) exciting moments.
Modern technology has brought both challenges and chances to Pingshu. While young people today prefer online entertainment(娱乐), technology allows artists to record their performances. These recordings can be shared widely, helping more people discover Pingshu. They also protect this art for future young people.
More often than not, those who listen to Pingshu stories are older people. While most young people spend hours online, a small number still find value in Pingshu, drawn by its cultural richness and storytelling traditions.
Pingshu is not just entertainment—it carries Chinese culture and wisdom. Through stories, performers connect the past with the present, offering viewers both fun and life lessons.
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A. Learners usually look for teachers before learning Pingshu skills.
B. Memorizing stories is less important than physical gestures.
C. Pingshu artists can master the skill within a few months.
D. Performers seldom share their personal opinions during shows.
(
A. A folding fan to act out scenes.
B. A wooden block to mark key moments.
C. A table to stand behind while performing.
D. A microphone to make their voices louder.
(
A. It allows artists to perform with less training.
B. It reduces the need for performers to memorize stories.
C. It spreads Pingshu to more people and protects its future.
D. It forces performers to use online tools during shows.
(
A. Pingshu performers use tools like folding fans and Xingmu in shows.
B. Pingshu, a traditional Chinese art, faces challenges from modern technology.
C. Pingshu has a long history, unique performance ways and cultural value.
D. Older people are the main audience of Pingshu because of its rich stories.
Pingshu, a traditional Chinese storytelling art, has a history dating back to the Qing Dynasty.
Performers usually tell stories in teahouses or small theatres, attracting viewers with their lively voices and gestures(姿态).
To master Pingshu, artists need years of training. Most learn by studying under their teachers—usually experienced performers. As one famous artist, Yuan Kuocheng said, “Pingshu is work both on body and mind. Performers must memorize long stories and add their own explanations to make the stories more attractive. They also need to understand the deeper meanings of the stories and share their thoughts with the viewers.”
During performances, artists stand behind a table. They use tools like a folding fan and a wooden block called Xingmu(醒木). The fan helps act out scenes, like “drawing a sword(剑)”. The Xingmu is knocked on the table to mark the start of the story or to highlight(突出) exciting moments.
Modern technology has brought both challenges and chances to Pingshu. While young people today prefer online entertainment(娱乐), technology allows artists to record their performances. These recordings can be shared widely, helping more people discover Pingshu. They also protect this art for future young people.
More often than not, those who listen to Pingshu stories are older people. While most young people spend hours online, a small number still find value in Pingshu, drawn by its cultural richness and storytelling traditions.
Pingshu is not just entertainment—it carries Chinese culture and wisdom. Through stories, performers connect the past with the present, offering viewers both fun and life lessons.
(
A
)4. What can we infer from the third paragraph?A. Learners usually look for teachers before learning Pingshu skills.
B. Memorizing stories is less important than physical gestures.
C. Pingshu artists can master the skill within a few months.
D. Performers seldom share their personal opinions during shows.
(
D
)5. What tool is NOT mentioned for a Pingshu performance?A. A folding fan to act out scenes.
B. A wooden block to mark key moments.
C. A table to stand behind while performing.
D. A microphone to make their voices louder.
(
C
)6. What is modern technology’s influence on Pingshu?A. It allows artists to perform with less training.
B. It reduces the need for performers to memorize stories.
C. It spreads Pingshu to more people and protects its future.
D. It forces performers to use online tools during shows.
(
C
)7. What is the main idea of the passage?A. Pingshu performers use tools like folding fans and Xingmu in shows.
B. Pingshu, a traditional Chinese art, faces challenges from modern technology.
C. Pingshu has a long history, unique performance ways and cultural value.
D. Older people are the main audience of Pingshu because of its rich stories.
答案：4. A 【点拨】根据“Most learn by studying under their teachers—usually experienced performers.”可知，学习评书的人通常会师从有经验的表演者，也就是会先找老师学习。故选 A。
5. D 【点拨】根据“During performances, artists stand behind a table. They use tools like a folding fan and a wooden block called Xingmu(醒木).”可知，文中提及的评书表演相关物品有桌子、折扇和醒木，没有提到麦克风。故选 D。
6. C 【点拨】根据“These recordings can be shared widely, helping more people discover Pingshu. They also protect this art for future young people.”可知，现代科技能让评书被更多人了解，同时也能为后人保护这项艺术。故选 C。
7. C 【点拨】第一段介绍评书的历史与表演场景，第二段讲传承与训练，第三、四段讲述表演工具及方式，第五段谈现代境遇，最后两段强调其文化价值与意义，C 项概括了文章主旨。故选 C。
5. D 【点拨】根据“During performances, artists stand behind a table. They use tools like a folding fan and a wooden block called Xingmu(醒木).”可知，文中提及的评书表演相关物品有桌子、折扇和醒木，没有提到麦克风。故选 D。
6. C 【点拨】根据“These recordings can be shared widely, helping more people discover Pingshu. They also protect this art for future young people.”可知，现代科技能让评书被更多人了解，同时也能为后人保护这项艺术。故选 C。
7. C 【点拨】第一段介绍评书的历史与表演场景，第二段讲传承与训练，第三、四段讲述表演工具及方式，第五段谈现代境遇，最后两段强调其文化价值与意义，C 项概括了文章主旨。故选 C。