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Clay figurine(泥塑) is a kind of traditional art form. Clay, with a history of thousands of years, has an important place in human life. Countless(无数的) amazing figurines came out of clay. ▲ So, clay is useful.
In ancient times, people had plenty of ideas in using clay. They made all kinds of bowls for holding food and pots for cooking. As time passed by, clay figurines kept changing and became more and more complex(复杂的). Artists started to use clay to make sculptures (雕刻品) of people, animals, and even creative items(物品).
The process (过程) of making clay figurines is not easy. It needs a lot of patience and skills. It usually includes kneading the clay to make it soft and workable, shaping it into the form you want, and then drying and firing it at the right temperature. Clay figurines not only show the creativity of the artists but also serve as a symbol of different cultures and historical periods. It shines brightly in the art history.
根据材料内容选择最佳答案。
(B)11. How many years of history does clay have?
A. Hundreds of years.
B. Thousands of years.
C. Tens of thousands of years.
D. Millions of years.
(D)12. Which sentence can be put in the ▲?
A. Clay figurines is difficult to learn.
B. People still love clay figurines today.
C. There are many famous clay figurines in history.
D. People use them in daily life in many ways.
(C)13. What does the underlined word “kneading” mean?
A. Cutting with a knife.
B. Mixing different materials.
C. Pressing and shaping with hands.
D. Painting on the surface.
(B)14. What steps of making clay figurines are mentioned in the passage?
①Shaping the clay.
②Firing the clay.
③Drying the clay.
④Choosing the clay.
⑤Kneading the clay.
A. ①②③④
B. ①②③⑤
C. ①②④⑤
D. ①③④⑤
(A)15. What is the best title for the text?
A. Clay Figurine: An Amazing Traditional Art
B. Steps to Make Clay Figurines
C. The Use of Clay Figurines
D. Clay Figurines Artists

答案： 11. B 由第一段第二句可知，黏土已有数千年历史。
12. D 横线后“So, clay is useful.”是对前文的总结。故上一句应在介绍泥塑的用途。
13. C 由 to make it soft and workable(使其柔软且可操作)可知，knead 意为“揉捏”。
14. B 由第三段第三句可知，文章提到的制作泥塑的步骤包括：揉捏、塑形、干燥和火烧。
15. A

D
Life is like a journey full of both sunny and rainy days. 16. ______ Here are some useful methods for us.
First, never focus on the bad thoughts for too long. When something bad happens, don't be sad for long or think worse than it is. 17. ______ Second, though there may be moments when life seems empty and meaningless, we can always find a hobby to fill our heart. 18. ______ They are like lights in the dark, leading us out. What's more, helping others is also a great way to stay positive. 19. ______ The smiles and thanks we receive can warm our heart and show our value. 20. ______ By doing so, we can stay positive in the face of any difficulties and enjoy a meaningful and colorful life.
根据材料内容,从下面五个选项中选出能填入文中空缺处的最佳选项,使文章意思通顺、内容完整。
A. Last, always trust ourselves and be confident.
B. Hobbies can bring us joy and help us forget about our troubles.
C. This way of thinking helps us see the good side in every situation.
D. When we offer a helping hand, we are spreading love and kindness.
E. When facing difficulties, staying positive can make a big difference.
16. E 17. C 18. B 19. D 20. A

答案： 16. E 17. C 18. B 19. D 20. A