《2026年水木金卷高考模拟试卷精编英语》

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As a child, I was crazy about the art of pottery (陶艺). The way the smooth clay made beneath my fingertips, transforming into unique shapes under the gentle rotation (旋转) of the potter's wheel, was really magical. I spent countless hours in my school's art studio, lost in a world where creativity knew no bounds. Each piece I crafted was a labor of love, an expression of my thoughts and emotions.
However, as I grew up, my once - strong passion for pottery gradually disappeared. The pressures of academic excellence, social obligations, and the uncertainty of the future pushed my artistic pursuits to the periphery (边缘) of my life. I traded in my pottery tools for textbooks and calculators, convinced that a more "practical" path was the key to a successful future.
Years passed, and I found myself ensconced (安置) in a corporate job that, while financially rewarding, left me feeling unfulfilled. The boring daily routine, the endless meetings, and the constant pressure to meet targets had a bad effect on my spirit. I often found myself daydreaming about the carefree days of my childhood, when the simple act of creating something with my hands brought me so much joy.
One weekend, while searching through the attic (阁楼) of my childhood home, I found a dusty box filled with my old pottery pieces. As I carefully lifted each item out of the box, memories came flooding back. I was immediately transported back to those happy days in the art studio, where time seemed to stand still and every creation was a new adventure.
Holding my own pottery creation in hands, I was longing for the creative freedom I had once possessed. Without hesitation, I decided to learn pottery again. I enrolled in a local community college's pottery class, feeling both nervous and excited as I stepped back into the world of clay and creativity.
The first few sessions were challenging. My hands, once so skillful, now moved awkwardly with the clay. The muscle memory that had once come so naturally seemed to have faded with time. But I refused to be discouraged. I spent hours practicing, studying the techniques of my fellow students and instructors, and gradually, my skills began to return.
As I explored in my pottery journey, I realized that it wasn't just about creating beautiful objects. It was about reconnecting with a part of myself that I had lost along the way. It was about finding relief in the creative process, in the act of taking something formless and transforming it into something meaningful.
With each new piece I created, I felt a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment that I had never experienced in my corporate career. The stress and anxiety that had bothered me for so long seemed to melt away as I focused on the simple pleasure of working with my hands.
Today, pottery has once again become a part of my life. It has taught me the importance of staying true to myself, of never losing sight of the things that bring me joy and fulfillment.
41. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The author's struggle to balance a corporate job and a creative hobby.
B. How the pressures of adolescence led the author to abandon a once - loved activity.
C. The author's rediscovery of a childhood passion for pottery and its profound impact on his life.
D. A comparison between the author's corporate career and his artistic pursuits.
42. Why did the author give up pottery during adolescence?
A. He lost interest in all forms of art.
B. He was convinced that pottery was not a practical pursuit.
C. He couldn't afford the materials for pottery - making.
D. He was too busy participating in sports activities.
43. What was the initial reaction of the author when he started the pottery class again?
A. He was immediately proficient as if he had never stopped.
B. He found it easy and quickly regained his old skills.
C. He was confident and eager to show off his talent.
D. He seemed unskilled in pottery.
44. What is the author's attitude towards his corporate job?
A. Discontented.
B. Enthusiastic.
C. Indifferent.
D. Satisfied.
45. It can be inferred from the passage that the author believes .
A. staying true to one's passions can bring a sense of fulfillment
B. one should sacrifice personal interests for a successful career
C. money is the most important factor in choosing a job
D. creativity is only important in childhood

答案： 41.C 42.B 43.D 44.A 45.A