2025-2026学年山西省朔州市怀仁一中高二（上）月考英语试卷（8月份） 一、阅读理解：本大题共15小题，共37.5分。 A Four Treasures of the Study Brushes The brush，made from animal hair，is the tool bringing life to the paper.From delicate lines to bold brushstrokes，the brush is the medium through which the artist's emotions and techniques flow onto the paper，creating elegant works of art.The most famous brush，the "Huzhou Brush"，is produced in Huzhou，Zhejiang Province. Ink Traditional Chinese ink comes in solid sticks.To produce liquid ink，one grinds（磨）the inkstick against an inkstone with water.The act of grinding symbolizes patience and dedication highly valued in Chinese culture.High-quality ink，originally black but now available in various colors，is most famously produced in Huizhou，Anhui Province. Paper Chinese paper，especially the ancient rice paper，made from sandalwood bark and rice straw，absorbs ink smoothly without bleeding.The paper serves as a canvas for not only artistic efforts but also documentation，making it a vital component in the preservation of history and culture. "Xuan Paper"，the best paper for writing，is made in Xuanzhou，Anhui Province. Inkstones Inkstones，used for grinding ink，were originally simple pottery tools.Later，they became artistic objects carved from stone that reflect the taste and status of their owners.The choice of inkstone is crucial as it can affect the quality and texture of the ink，further enhancing the artistic expression in calligraphy and painting.The most famous inkstone， "Duan Inkstone"，is produced in Zhaoqing，Guangdong Province. With these treasures，Chinese people created unique styles of calligraphy and painting，establishing a distinctive expression system.Today，they continue to inspire artists worldwide，bridging tradition and modernity. 1.Why is grinding ink considered meaningful in Chinese culture？ _____ A. Because it is a difficult process. B. Because it produces ink in various colors. C. Because it requires a high-quality inkstone. D. Because it reflects valued morals in China. 2.What can we learn about the Four Treasures of the Study？ _____ A. The brush is made from bark. B. Ink is only produced in Huizhou. C. "Xuan Paper" is the best paper for writing. D. Inkstones were originally carved objects. 3.Which column in a paper might the passage come from？ _____ A. Technology. B. Travel. C. Lifestyle. D. Culture. B For over twenty years，fried chicken had been my absolute favourite food.I would have it at least three times a week，whether it was from a fast-food joint，a local diner，or even homemade.I planned my outings around places that served delicious fried chicken.There were times when I tried to cut back on it，especially when I started to gain some weight，but I always ended up giving in to it within a few days. This year，a series of events changed my relationship with fried chicken forever.I began experiencing frequent stomachaches and indigestion （消化不良）.Doctor ... ...
