全国英语能力竞赛试题高二第一部分：阅读理解（共15小题，每题2分，共30分）阅读下面短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
Passage 1My friend Lucy had been asking me to go hiking with her for a long time. I finally agreed, and we decided to go to the beautiful Huangshan Mountains together. We packed our bags and set off early in the morning.The hiking trail was challenging but full of breathtaking views, which made all the effort worth it. We climbed steep cliffs, crossed narrow bridges, and passed through dense forests. Along the way, we met several other hikers, some of whom were experienced and some were beginners like us.As we continued our journey, Lucy’s energy started to fade. She was feeling tired and wasn’t able to walk as fast as before. I encouraged her to take short breaks and have some snacks to regain her strength. Despite her tiredness, Lucy didn’t give up and kept moving forward.After hours of hiking, we managed to reach the mountaintop. The view from there was absolutely stunning, with clouds drifting by and peaks stretching as far as the eye could see. Wesat down and enjoyed a well-deserved break while taking in the magnificent scenery.Eventually, it was time to head back down. The descent was less physically demanding but still required caution. We took our time and made sure to safely navigate our way down the mountain.When we finally reached the bottom, Lucy thanked me for encouraging her to keep going. She said that without my support, she might have given up halfway. We both felt a sense of accomplishment and were proud of ourselves for completing the hike.This hiking trip taught me the importance of perseverance and support. No matter how challenging a task may seem, with determination and the help of others, we can overcome any obstacle.1. Why did the author finally agree to go hiking with Lucy?A. Lucy had been asking for a long time.B. The Huangshan Mountains are beautiful.C. The hiking trail had breathtaking views.D. The author enjoys hiking.2. How did Lucy feel during the hike?A. EnergizedB. TiredC. AnxiousD. Excited3. How did the author support Lucy during the hike?A. By carrying her backpackB. By walking at her paceC. By giving her snacksD. By taking breaks for her4. What did the author and Lucy do when they reached the mountaintop?A. Rested and enjoyed the viewB. Had a picnicC. Started climbing downD. Took pictures5. What lesson did the author learn from the hiking trip?A. The importance of determination and supportB. The beauty of Huangshan MountainsC. The physical demands of hikingD. The satisfaction of completing a challengePassage 2Dear students,We are excited to announce that the National English Ability Competition for high school students will be held next month. This competition aims to test your English language skills and provide an opportunity for you to showcase your abilities.The competition will consist of four parts: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Each part will have a specific time limit, and there will be a break between each section.During the listening section, you will be required to listen to a series of recordings and answer multiple-choice questions based on the information you hear. This section will test your ability to understand spoken English and your comprehension skills.The reading section will contain a variety of passages, including articles, short stories, and poems. You will need to read the passages and answer questions to demonstrate your reading comprehension abilities.For the writing section, you will be given a prompt and asked to write an essay or a short composition. This is your chance to showcase your writing skills and creativity.Finally, the speaking section will require you to give a short presentation or participate in a conversation with the examiner. This section will assess your ability to express yourself in spoken English and your communication skills.We encourage all high school students who are interested in English language learning and want to challenge themselves to participate in this competition. It is a great opportunity to improve your language skills and gain confidence in using English.If you are interested in participating, please fill out the registration form and submit it to the English department bythe deadline. We look forward to seeing you at the National English Ability Competition!Best regards,English Department6. What is the purpose of the National English Ability Competition?A. To test students’ English language skills.B. To provide an opportunity for students to showcase their abilities.C. To encourage students to improve their language skills.D. All of the above.7. Which of the following sections will test students’ listening skills?A. ReadingB. WritingC. SpeakingD. Listening8. What will the writing section of the competition require students to do?A. Read a passage and answer questionsB. Listen to a recording and answer questionsC. Give a short presentationD. Write an essay or short composition9. Who is encouraged to participate in the competition?A. Elementary school studentsB. College studentsC. High school studentsD. Adults who are interested in English learning10. How can students register for the competition?A. Fill out the registration form and submit it to the English departmentB. Complete an online registration formC. Go to the school office and ask for a registration formD. Send an email to the English department。
