《2026年天利38套中考试题精选英语浙江专版》

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It was winter in the Cascade Mountains. Most 16-year-olds were preparing for a high school dance, but Rachael had a different plan. She was leading her dog team through a challenging dog-sled (狗拉雪橇) race. Dog sled racing is difficult for any 16-year-old—especially for Rachael, who was blind.
Why was dog sledding so much fun for the girl? “I've always loved running with dogs!” Rachael explained. “After finishing almost every race, I feel pretty good about myself!”
The first day's race started. “Three, two, one, go!” shouted the race official, and Rachael set off. The dogs were tied together with special ropes. During the race, these ropes became mixed up. She had to stop and follow the ropes with hands. This time, her hands weren't enough, so Rachael got her helper, Matt, to help her. After Matt moved the dogs into position, she could continue the race. But unluckily, she was the last to cross the finish line.
The next morning, it was snowing. Just before she started, Rachael, still thinking about yesterday's surprising trouble, bent (弯腰) down and encouraged each member of her dog team. Then, the race started. There were many difficult turns in the course (赛道). Matt had to use his radio to warn Rachael about them several times during the day. Luckily, after this day's race, she had moved ahead in the competition!
Finally, it was the last day. It was a clear day in the beautiful Cascade Mountains. Rachael couldn't see the wonderful scenery, but she could hear the excited barking of her dogs. At last, she completed the race as the 23rd racer. As she passed the finish line, everybody cheered.
Although she didn't win the race itself, she successfully completed three days of hard racing. She made it across 300 difficult miles guided by her love of racing. In many people's opinions, this was what made Rachael a real winner!
19. What made it more difficult for Rachael to take part in the race?
A. She had trouble walking.
B. She wasn't able to see.
C. She had hearing difficulties.
D. She had no helpers.
20. What does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 4 refer to?
A. The turns.
B. The dogs.
C. The ropes.
D. The competitors.
21. Which is the correct time order of the following events?
a. Rachael finished the race in 23rd place.
b. Matt helped Rachael move the dogs into position.
c. Rachael bent down and encouraged her dog team.
d. Rachael was the last to cross the finish line.
A. c-d-b-a
B. a-c-d-b
C. b-c-d-a
D. b-d-c-a
22. What can be the best title for the story?
A. Ways to Train Sled Dogs
B. An Amazing Winter Sport
C. A Real Winner in the Snow
D. A Dog Race in the Mountains

答案： 19.B 20.A 21.D 22.C