四、阅读理解
A
For thousands of years, the brush pen has been a symbol of Chinese culture. It is not just a tool for writing but for painting and artistic expression. Mastering the brush pen requires patience and practice, as the artist must learn to control the pressure, speed and angle to create thin or thick, light or dark lines. This traditional art form, called calligraphy, is seen as a way to cultivate one’s mind and character.
In the past, learning calligraphy meant finding a master and practising for years. Now, technology is making this ancient art more accessible. Imagine having a personal teacher on your phone! Today, there are mobile apps and online courses that can teach you the basic strokes. Some advanced programs even use AI. For example, you can write a character with a digital brush on a tablet, and the AI will analyze your work. It can give you instant feedback on your accuracy and style, much like a helpful coach pointing out where you can improve.
So, how can you start your own calligraphy journey? You don’t need to be an expert to begin. The key is to start simply. You can download a beginner-friendly app to learn the fundamentals. If you enjoy it, you can then buy a real brush pen, ink and paper to feel the traditional materials. Remember, every expert was once a beginner. Don’t worry about being perfect at first. The true value lies in the peaceful and focused state of mind you develop while practising. Why not pick up a brush—or a stylus—and see where this beautiful journey takes you?
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A. To introduce the history of Chinese painting.
B. To explain why the brush pen is difficult to use.
C. To describe the brush pen as a cultural symbol and art tool.
D. To compare ancient and modern writing tools.
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A. It is now taught only by masters.
B. It requires more natural talent.
C. It can be learnt with the help of technology like AI.
D. It is no longer considered an important art form.
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A. To draw beautifully.
B. To examine carefully.
C. To sell online.
D. To practise repeatedly.
(
A. Only experts should try calligraphy.
B. Using an app is the only way to learn calligraphy.
C. The goal of learning calligraphy is to be perfect from the beginning.
D. Anyone can start learning calligraphy with simple steps.
(
A. To convince people that traditional art is dying.
B. To encourage people to try learning calligraphy.
C. To explain why AI is better than human teachers.
D. To describe the high cost of calligraphy materials.
B
A
For thousands of years, the brush pen has been a symbol of Chinese culture. It is not just a tool for writing but for painting and artistic expression. Mastering the brush pen requires patience and practice, as the artist must learn to control the pressure, speed and angle to create thin or thick, light or dark lines. This traditional art form, called calligraphy, is seen as a way to cultivate one’s mind and character.
In the past, learning calligraphy meant finding a master and practising for years. Now, technology is making this ancient art more accessible. Imagine having a personal teacher on your phone! Today, there are mobile apps and online courses that can teach you the basic strokes. Some advanced programs even use AI. For example, you can write a character with a digital brush on a tablet, and the AI will analyze your work. It can give you instant feedback on your accuracy and style, much like a helpful coach pointing out where you can improve.
So, how can you start your own calligraphy journey? You don’t need to be an expert to begin. The key is to start simply. You can download a beginner-friendly app to learn the fundamentals. If you enjoy it, you can then buy a real brush pen, ink and paper to feel the traditional materials. Remember, every expert was once a beginner. Don’t worry about being perfect at first. The true value lies in the peaceful and focused state of mind you develop while practising. Why not pick up a brush—or a stylus—and see where this beautiful journey takes you?
(
C
) 36. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph?A. To introduce the history of Chinese painting.
B. To explain why the brush pen is difficult to use.
C. To describe the brush pen as a cultural symbol and art tool.
D. To compare ancient and modern writing tools.
(
C
) 37. How is learning calligraphy today different from that in the past?A. It is now taught only by masters.
B. It requires more natural talent.
C. It can be learnt with the help of technology like AI.
D. It is no longer considered an important art form.
(
B
) 38. What does the underlined word “analyze” in paragraph 2 most likely mean?A. To draw beautifully.
B. To examine carefully.
C. To sell online.
D. To practise repeatedly.
(
D
) 39. What can we learn from the last paragraph?A. Only experts should try calligraphy.
B. Using an app is the only way to learn calligraphy.
C. The goal of learning calligraphy is to be perfect from the beginning.
D. Anyone can start learning calligraphy with simple steps.
(
B
) 40. What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this passage?A. To convince people that traditional art is dying.
B. To encourage people to try learning calligraphy.
C. To explain why AI is better than human teachers.
D. To describe the high cost of calligraphy materials.
B
答案：36.C 37.C 38.B 39.D 40.B
解析：
【分析】
做这篇阅读理解时，需先通读全文把握核心主旨，再针对每个问题定位原文对应段落，结合题型（主旨大意、细节理解、词义猜测）逐一分析选项：1. 第36题问第一段主旨，需提取第一段核心内容；2. 第37题问古今学书法的差异，定位第二段对比信息；3. 第38题词义猜测，结合AI功能和上下文语境判断；4. 第39题定位最后一段提取关键信息；5. 第40题问作者写作目的，结合全文语气和核心意图分析。
【解析】
36题：第一段核心内容为“毛笔是中国文化符号，兼具书写、绘画艺术工具属性，书法是修身的传统艺术”，对应选项C；A选项“中国绘画历史”未提及，B选项“毛笔难用”无依据，D选项“古今书写工具对比”未涉及，故选C。
37题：第二段明确提到“现在有移动APP、在线课程，甚至AI辅助学习书法”，对应选项C；A选项“仅由大师教授”是过去的情况，B选项“需要更多天赋”未提及，D选项“不再是重要艺术”与原文矛盾，故选C。
38题：划线词所在句意为“用数字毛笔写字，AI会分析作品并给出反馈”，结合AI的功能，“分析”在此处意为“仔细检查”，对应选项B；A选项“画得漂亮”、C选项“在线售卖”、D选项“反复练习”均不符合语境，故选B。
39题：最后一段提到“无需是专家，从简单开始，任何人都能开启书法之旅”，对应选项D；A选项“仅专家可尝试”与原文相反，B选项“APP是唯一方式”表述绝对，C选项“目标是一开始完美”与原文“不必追求完美”矛盾，故选D。
40题：全文介绍书法的文化意义、现代学习方式，最后鼓励大家尝试，作者目的是鼓励人们学书法，对应选项B；A选项“传统艺术消亡”未提及，C选项“AI比老师好”无依据，D选项“书法材料成本高”未涉及，故选B。
【答案】
36.C 37.C 38.B 39.D 40.B
【知识点】
阅读理解主旨大意、词义猜测题、细节理解题
【点评】
本文围绕中国书法展开，题型覆盖主旨大意、细节理解、词义猜测，要求学生精准定位原文信息，结合语境分析选项，整体难度适中，只要仔细阅读即可正确作答。
【难度系数】
0.6
做这篇阅读理解时，需先通读全文把握核心主旨，再针对每个问题定位原文对应段落，结合题型（主旨大意、细节理解、词义猜测）逐一分析选项：1. 第36题问第一段主旨，需提取第一段核心内容；2. 第37题问古今学书法的差异，定位第二段对比信息；3. 第38题词义猜测，结合AI功能和上下文语境判断；4. 第39题定位最后一段提取关键信息；5. 第40题问作者写作目的，结合全文语气和核心意图分析。
【解析】
36题：第一段核心内容为“毛笔是中国文化符号，兼具书写、绘画艺术工具属性，书法是修身的传统艺术”，对应选项C；A选项“中国绘画历史”未提及，B选项“毛笔难用”无依据，D选项“古今书写工具对比”未涉及，故选C。
37题：第二段明确提到“现在有移动APP、在线课程，甚至AI辅助学习书法”，对应选项C；A选项“仅由大师教授”是过去的情况，B选项“需要更多天赋”未提及，D选项“不再是重要艺术”与原文矛盾，故选C。
38题：划线词所在句意为“用数字毛笔写字，AI会分析作品并给出反馈”，结合AI的功能，“分析”在此处意为“仔细检查”，对应选项B；A选项“画得漂亮”、C选项“在线售卖”、D选项“反复练习”均不符合语境，故选B。
39题：最后一段提到“无需是专家，从简单开始，任何人都能开启书法之旅”，对应选项D；A选项“仅专家可尝试”与原文相反，B选项“APP是唯一方式”表述绝对，C选项“目标是一开始完美”与原文“不必追求完美”矛盾，故选D。
40题：全文介绍书法的文化意义、现代学习方式，最后鼓励大家尝试，作者目的是鼓励人们学书法，对应选项B；A选项“传统艺术消亡”未提及，C选项“AI比老师好”无依据，D选项“书法材料成本高”未涉及，故选B。
【答案】
36.C 37.C 38.B 39.D 40.B
【知识点】
阅读理解主旨大意、词义猜测题、细节理解题
【点评】
本文围绕中国书法展开，题型覆盖主旨大意、细节理解、词义猜测，要求学生精准定位原文信息，结合语境分析选项，整体难度适中，只要仔细阅读即可正确作答。
【难度系数】
0.6