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Ⅰ. 阅读理解(每小题2.5分,共7.5分)
(2026·江苏扬州期末检测)
WEEKLY RECOMMENDATIONS
Tales of London Town
by Joan Aiken
Author Joan Aiken is best known for her classic adventure The Wolves of Willoughby Chase, but she wrote lots of other stories for both adults and children. This is a selection of her short stories set in imaginary parts of London, full of strange and wonderful characters.
Shadow Thieves
by Peter Burns
Tom lives in a fictional version of London, where he makes a living shining shoes and picking pockets. His life changes dramatically when he is given the chance to train at an international boarding school for thieves—and is thrown into an exciting new world of danger.
The Stolen Songbird
by Judith Eagle
In 1950s London, Caro finds herself in possession of a valuable painting that some dangerous art thieves are trying to hunt down. Setting out on an exciting journey across the city, Caro and her friends try to solve the mystery of the painting and track down its owners.
The Great Phoenix of London
by Lindsay Galvin
When 11-year-old Gil finds a mysterious "heaven stone" beside the River Thames, he doesn't expect it to hatch into a phoenix(凤凰). As the Great Fire of London spreads wildly, Gil and the phoenix must cross the city to find a place where they can be safe. Set during a famous historical event, this is an action-packed adventure.
1. How is Tales of London Town different from other books? (
A. It's a typical adventure story.
B. It's a story of friendship and growth.
C. It's a collection of short stories.
D. It's full of imagination and excitement.
2. Which book involves a real historical event? (
A. The Stolen Songbird.
B. The Great Phoenix of London.
C. Shadow Thieves.
D. Tales of London Town.
3. What do the four books have in common? (
A. They are inspired by the city of London.
B. They are based on mystery and magic.
C. They share the same theme and setting.
D. They are targeted at early learners.
(2026·江苏扬州期末检测)
WEEKLY RECOMMENDATIONS
Tales of London Town
by Joan Aiken
Author Joan Aiken is best known for her classic adventure The Wolves of Willoughby Chase, but she wrote lots of other stories for both adults and children. This is a selection of her short stories set in imaginary parts of London, full of strange and wonderful characters.
Shadow Thieves
by Peter Burns
Tom lives in a fictional version of London, where he makes a living shining shoes and picking pockets. His life changes dramatically when he is given the chance to train at an international boarding school for thieves—and is thrown into an exciting new world of danger.
The Stolen Songbird
by Judith Eagle
In 1950s London, Caro finds herself in possession of a valuable painting that some dangerous art thieves are trying to hunt down. Setting out on an exciting journey across the city, Caro and her friends try to solve the mystery of the painting and track down its owners.
The Great Phoenix of London
by Lindsay Galvin
When 11-year-old Gil finds a mysterious "heaven stone" beside the River Thames, he doesn't expect it to hatch into a phoenix(凤凰). As the Great Fire of London spreads wildly, Gil and the phoenix must cross the city to find a place where they can be safe. Set during a famous historical event, this is an action-packed adventure.
1. How is Tales of London Town different from other books? (
C
)A. It's a typical adventure story.
B. It's a story of friendship and growth.
C. It's a collection of short stories.
D. It's full of imagination and excitement.
2. Which book involves a real historical event? (
B
)A. The Stolen Songbird.
B. The Great Phoenix of London.
C. Shadow Thieves.
D. Tales of London Town.
3. What do the four books have in common? (
A
)A. They are inspired by the city of London.
B. They are based on mystery and magic.
C. They share the same theme and setting.
D. They are targeted at early learners.
答案
Ⅰ.阅读理解
语篇解读 本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四本以伦敦为背景的冒险类书籍,各有特色:含伦敦短篇故事集、小偷成长冒险、名画谜案解谜及以伦敦大火为背景的凤凰魔法冒险故事。
1. C 细节理解题。根据 Tales of London Town 中“This is a selection of her short stories set in imaginary parts of London, full of strange and wonderful characters.”可知,该书是短篇故事集,这是其与其他三本冒险故事最核心的区别。故选 C。
2. B 细节理解题。根据 The Great Phoenix of London 中“Set during a famous historical event, this is an action-packed adventure.”可知,该书涉及一个著名历史事件。故选 B。
3. A 细节理解题。根据 Tales of London Town 中“This is a selection of her short stories set in imaginary parts of London, full of strange and wonderful characters.”、Shadow Thieves 中“Tom lives in a fictional version of London, where he makes a living shining shoes and picking pockets.”、The Stolen Songbird 中“In 1950s London, Caro finds herself in possession of a valuable painting that some dangerous art thieves are trying to hunt down.”以及 The Great Phoenix of London 中“As the Great Fire of London spreads wildly, Gil and the phoenix must cross the city to find a place where they can be safe.”可知,四本书的共同之处是均以伦敦这座城市为背景。故选 A。
语篇解读 本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四本以伦敦为背景的冒险类书籍,各有特色:含伦敦短篇故事集、小偷成长冒险、名画谜案解谜及以伦敦大火为背景的凤凰魔法冒险故事。
1. C 细节理解题。根据 Tales of London Town 中“This is a selection of her short stories set in imaginary parts of London, full of strange and wonderful characters.”可知,该书是短篇故事集,这是其与其他三本冒险故事最核心的区别。故选 C。
2. B 细节理解题。根据 The Great Phoenix of London 中“Set during a famous historical event, this is an action-packed adventure.”可知,该书涉及一个著名历史事件。故选 B。
3. A 细节理解题。根据 Tales of London Town 中“This is a selection of her short stories set in imaginary parts of London, full of strange and wonderful characters.”、Shadow Thieves 中“Tom lives in a fictional version of London, where he makes a living shining shoes and picking pockets.”、The Stolen Songbird 中“In 1950s London, Caro finds herself in possession of a valuable painting that some dangerous art thieves are trying to hunt down.”以及 The Great Phoenix of London 中“As the Great Fire of London spreads wildly, Gil and the phoenix must cross the city to find a place where they can be safe.”可知,四本书的共同之处是均以伦敦这座城市为背景。故选 A。
