《2026年高中必刷题高中英语必修第三册外研版》

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语篇类型：记叙文
主题：京剧传播
词数：322
难度：中
建议用时：7 分钟
[陕西西安铁一中学 2025 期中]An internationally praised cultural thing has introduced the attractive tale of Sun Wukong to audiences worldwide. But for Ghaffar Pourazar, a British - American dual citizen living in California, this legendary figure has been a part of his identity for decades.
Currently, Pourazar serves as a cultural ambassador, introducing the art of Peking Opera to Western audiences. And Pourazar's lifelong passion for Peking Opera began by chance. In 1993, 32 - year - old Pourazar attended a performance at London's Queen Elizabeth Hall and was instantly captivated. He went backstage right after the show and made friends with the Chinese performers. With their help, Pourazar was enrolled at an opera school. Just three months after his first exposure to Peking Opera, he left his life in Britain behind and moved to Beijing to train in the martial roles of the art.
Starting as an adult was not easy, as Peking Opera is a complex mixture of vocal performance, mime, martial arts, dance and acrobatics. In addition to the physical demands, mastering the Chinese language posed another problem. “I was constantly reciting the subtitles and songs, whether I was eating, bathing, walking, or even dreaming,” Pourazar said.
Pourazar believes that great art transcends (超越) languages. Over the years, he has devoted himself to introducing Peking Opera and Sun Wukong to international audiences. He has also been teaching courses and organising workshops in the United States, bringing Peking Opera to curious Western learners. To better connect with Western audiences and learners, he adapted some classic plays such as *The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven* for English versions and he also adapted Shakespeare's *A Midsummer Night's Dream* for a Peking Opera version.
In recognition of his contributions, Pourazar received the Great Wall Friendship Award from the Beijing government in 2014. “Cultural exchanges should be reciprocal. I aim to blend my expertise in opera with my multicultural background to create diverse artistic experiences for the audiences,” said Pourazar.
1. What is the author's intention of writing paragraph 1?
A. To prove Ghaffar Pourazar's achievement.
B. To introduce the influence of a culture on an individual.
C. To explain the cultural significance of Sun Wukong.
D. To highlight the fascination of ancient Chinese tales.
2. What do we know about Pourazar's experience of learning Peking Opera?
A. Language was a significant barrier for him.
B. The performers he met backstage taught him the art.
C. Queen Elizabeth made him interested in Peking Opera.
D. His enthusiasm for Peking Opera started at an early age.
3. What is paragraph 4 mainly about?
A. Pourazar's great love for Peking Opera.
B. Pourazar's amazing performance on stage.
C. Pourazar's belief in performing Peking Opera.
D. Pourazar's contribution to spreading Peking Opera.
4. Which of the following words best describe Pourazar?
A. Persistent and gentle.
B. Humorous and charming.
C. Traditional and cautious.
D. Determined and innovative.

答案： 1.B 推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知，文章先是介绍孙悟空这一文化形象在世界范围内的传播，接着指出对波拉扎尔来说，这个传奇人物几十年来一直是他身份认同的一部分。由此可知，作者写第一段的意图是介绍一种文化对个人的影响。故选B项。
2.A 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“In addition to the physical demands, mastering the Chinese language posed another problem.”可知，在波拉扎尔学习京剧的经历中，语言对他来说是一个重大障碍。故选A项。
3.D 主旨大意题。根据第四段的内容可知，本段讲述了多年来波拉扎尔致力于向国际观众介绍京剧和孙悟空，在美国授课、组织研习班以介绍京剧，还改编经典剧目，这些都体现了他为传播京剧所作的贡献。故选D项。
4.D 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“I was constantly reciting the subtitles and songs, whether I was eating, bathing, walking, or even dreaming”可知，波拉扎尔为了克服语言障碍，坚持反复练习，这体现了他练习京剧的决心，因此波拉扎尔很有决心；根据第四段中的“To better connect with Western audiences and learners, he adapted... for a Peking Opera version.”可知，他改编经典剧目以促进中西方文化交流，这体现了他的创新。故波拉扎尔既有决心又有创新精神。故选D项。