《2026年薪火金卷高考仿真模拟卷英语》

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Carnival, a festival marked by merrymaking and processions, is celebrated throughout Brazil,but the biggest party is in Rio de Janeiro. 36 You may wish to participate in it when you visualize thousands of people in costumes,dancing together,followed by lights,musical instruments and singing songs aloud with the help of a crowd of almost 100,000 viewers sitting in the avenue stands.
But the parade preparations are not easy. 37 Everything must be done by the time the parade is held in February,summer time in Brazil.
The song creation is one of the most important parts of the celebration. The samba music is the life of the parade. A group of musicians and writers choose a historical theme and transform it into an upbeat piece of music. 38 It must make it impossible for those who are listening to stand still.
In the same way,the costumes add beauty and color to the parade. 39 Satin,feathers,and many other flashy materials are used. The costumes are chosen according to the theme. Most parade groups allow tourists to participate,but they also must wear the costumes,which can cost from $300 to more than $1,400. Every parade participant can choose which part of the group they want to be,and then they plan their costumes accordingly.
Put it all together and add the most excited and happy people,and it is easy to see why the parade is the centerpiece of the carnival. The mix of culture,art and fun attracts people. So,what are you waiting for? 40
A. The rhythm needs to be inviting.
B. They help to illustrate the theme.
C. It’s definitely an impressive event.
D. The parade is divided into 14 groups.
E. It requires more than eight months to plan.
F. Show the world what a rich culture you have.
G. Start practicing your samba now for the next carnival.

答案： 【语篇解读】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了巴西狂欢节的情况。
36.C [下文描述了狂欢节活动的盛大，设空处应说明活动令人印象深刻，C项符合语境。]
37.E [根据上下文内容可知，设空处应为承上启下的过渡句，具体说明举行活动的不易之处，E项符合语境。]
38.A [下文提到音乐让听众不可能原地不动，设空处应说明音乐需要有吸引力，A项符合语境。]
39.B [根据上文“In the same way, the costumes add beauty and color to the parade.”可知，设空处应继续说明服装的优点。B项中的“They”指代上文中的“costumes”，B项符合语境。]
40.G [上文通过设问句说明作者鼓励读者去参加狂欢节，设空处应与准备参加狂欢节有关，G项符合语境。]