二、短篇阅读
In Chinese culture, choosing a name is often a process filled with symbolic thought. Parents consider the meaning of each character, the balance of tones, and even how the name connects with elements of nature or traditional philosophy. A name might carry wishes for health, wisdom, and harmony, reflecting parents' moral and social hopes. The act of naming expends(延伸) beyond sound; it is a statement of identity shaped by collective ideals and centuries of cultural logic.
In western societies, naming practices tend to show greater flexibility and individuality. Many parents select names based on their personal taste, popular trends, or admiration for public figures. The process can reflect creativity, nostalgia(怀旧), or a desire for originality. The sound of the name and its aesthetic rhythm are often more important than symbolic meaning. This way mirrors a cultural value placed on freedom of choice and self-expression within family life.
() 1. According to the passage, which of the following is mentioned in Chinese naming culture?
A. Admiration for popular public figures.
B. Hopes for health, wisdom and harmony.
C. The aesthetic rhythm and sound of name.
D. The desire for originality and creativity.
() 2. What would be the best title for the passage?
A. The Process of Choosing a Name
B. Different Names Have Different Meanings
C. Differences in Naming Between Cultures
D. Cultural Differences Between China and Western Countries

1. B 2. C

【解析】
1. 细节理解题：根据第一段“A name might carry wishes for health, wisdom, and harmony, reflecting parents' moral and social hopes.”可知，中国命名文化中包含对健康、智慧与和谐的期许，对应选项B；A、C、D选项均为西方命名文化的特点，不符合题意。
2. 主旨大意题：文章分别介绍了中国和西方社会的命名文化特点，对比了两者的差异，选项C“不同文化中的命名差异”最能概括全文主旨；A选项仅提及命名过程，过于片面；B选项偏离文章核心；D选项范围过大，文章仅聚焦于命名文化的差异，而非整体中西文化差异。
【答案】
1. B 2. C
【知识点】
细节理解题、主旨大意题、跨文化命名差异
【点评】
本文对比了中西方命名文化的不同特点，考查学生的细节信息查找能力和主旨归纳能力。解题时需准确区分不同文化背景下的命名特点，避免混淆选项内容对应的文化范畴，同时要学会提炼文章核心主旨，排除片面或偏离主题的选项。
【难度系数】
0.7