1 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

A new English version of a modern classic Chinese book for children, I Want To Be Good by Huang Beijia, a well-known     1     (write) in China, was published in January     2     (eventual) by UK-based New Classic Press.

The book, which was translated by Nicky Harman, a UK-based prize-winning literary translator, had been picked     3     a “Top Children’s Book in Translation” by the International Committee of the Children’s Literature Association.

As     4     matter of fact, it became a classic when it was first published in 1996 by the Chinese publisher and     5     (sell) over 5 million copies in China since then. It has also been adapted for cinema, television and stage, and translated into nine     6     (language) including English, French, Korean, Vietnamese and Arabic.

The book tells the story of a 10-year-old girl     7     is under pressure to do better and pass important school exams. The author said the story was inspired by her personal life,     8     (indicate) “the complicated relationship between mother and daughter” and challenging “the traditional thought of being a Tiger Mother in the     9     (compete) learning environment in China.”

The book has been much loved in China as it has encouraged a generation of young readers     10     (achieve) their dreams, and most importantly, to be themselves.

2 . Beverly Cleary, the celebrated children’s author whose memories of her Oregon childhood were shared with millions through the likes of Ramona and Beezus Quimby and Henry Huggins, has died. She was 104.

Trained as a librarian, Cleary didn’t start writing books until her early 30s, when she wrote Henry Huggins, published in 1950. Children worldwide came to love the adventures of Huggins and his neighbours Ellen Tebbits, Otis Spofford, Beezus Quimby and her younger sister, Ramona. They live in a real street in Portland, Oregon, the city where Cleary spent much of her youth.

Ramona, perhaps her best-known character, first appeared in Henry Huggins with only a brief mention. “All the children appeared to be only children, so I threw in a little sister and she didn’t go away. She kept appearing in other books,” Cleary said.

Cleary herself was an only child and said the character wasn’t a mirror. “I was a well-behaved little girl, not that I wanted to be,” she said. “At the age of Ramona, in those days, children played outside. We played hopscotch(跳房子) and jump rope and I loved them and always had wounded knees.”

Cleary stopped writing recently, because she said she felt it was important for writers to know when to quit. “I even got rid of my typewriter. It was a nice one but I hate to type. When I started writing I found that I was thinking more about my typing than what I was going to say,” she said in 2016. Although she put away her pen, Cleary re-released three of her most treasured books with three famous fans writing forewords for the new editions.

Cleary’s books have been translated into more than a dozen languages and inspired many programmes, such as a 10-part PBS series, Ramona and the 2010 film Ramona and Beezus. Cleary was asked once what her favourite character was. “Does your mother have a favourite child?” she responded.

1. What do we know about Cleary?

A．She was a late starter as an author.

B．She wrote true stories in her books.

C．She published her first book in the 1930s.

D．She drew writing inspiration from her neighbours.

2. What can be learned about Ramona in Cleary’s books?

A．She was a well-behaved little girl.	B．She was an only child of her family.
C．She had an impressive first appearance.	D．She played an increasingly bigger role.

3. Which of the following best describes Cleary as a child?

A．Clever.

B．Active.

C．Lonely.

D．Quiet.

4. What did Cleary do after quitting writing?

A．She added her fans’ words to her books.

B．She learned to type quickly and correctly.

C．She translated her books into other languages.

D．She made TV programmes based on her books.

3 . Narrative Prize

THE $4,000 NARRATIVE PRIZE is awarded annually for the best short story, fiction, poem, one-act play, picture story, or work of literary nonfiction published by a new writer in Narrative, as judged by the magazine’s editors.

The deadline for entries for each year’s award is June 15.

The winner is announced each September, and the prize is awarded in October. In some years, the prize may be divided between winners.

How to Send Us Your Work: We accept submissions only through our electronic submission system. You must send us your work in one of the following file forms: .doc, .docx, .rtf, .pdf, .txt, .odf, .mp3, .mp4, . mov, and .flv.

Arranging Your Work: All works should be in 12-point type, with at least 2.54 cm margins (页边距), and clearly numbered pages. Fiction and nonfiction should be double-spaced. Poetry should be single-spaced. The author’s name, address, telephone number, and email address should be typed at the top of the first page.

Submission Fees: Narrative is a non-profit organization set up to encourage good literary works. We do not charge readers for the magazine. However, for unasked submissions, we do charge a fee, which helps cover the basic costs related to receiving, reading, and responding to submissions. Also, a part of the reading fee helps fund our Narrative Prize.

Payment to Authors: Narrative is strongly committed to supporting our authors’ works. Our current rates for works are as follows:

—$150 for a Story of the Week.

—$150 to $350 for 500-to 2,000-word works.

—$350 to $1,000 for 2,000-to 15,000-word works.

—$50 for each accepted poem.

All submissions with a reading fee, from new authors, are eligible (有资格的) for the $4,000 Narrative Prize.

1. Who would most probably enter for Narrative Prize?

A．Literary enthusiasts.	B．Landscape painters.
C．Non-profit organizers.	D．Fashion photographers.

2. What is required for your entry?

A．It should be submitted before September.

B．It should be in the from of pdf.

C．It shouldn’t include personal information.

D．It should be in 12-point type.

3. How much will you get if your poem is published in Narrative?

A．$50.

B．$150.

C．$350.

D．$1,000.

4 . Kate Wilson, a 16-year-old girl from England, holds up a book and smiles. “This is Day One of my reading The Little Prince,” she says. Then the video jumps forward. “And now”, she sighs deeply, her face covered with tears, “I end up crying so much that I have to change my shirt”.

This is BookTok, a collection of TikTok book-related videos on the short video platform. It has been an official reading community since April 2020. Bookworms gather on the platform to share their reading experiences by editing a video carefully at the length of less than 3 minutes. They “play”, “read” and “recommend” their favorite books, or recommend treasure writers who have never been discovered. It may sound like a simplified way to talk about books, but the most appealing point is that they can visually record videos to share the feelings of reading moment, and arouse a strong emotion, which written reviews cannot express instantly. So BookTok offers book lovers special reading experiences.

It has also driven a wave of old book sales in the market. A list of bestsellers from 20 years ago has been dug out, which most readers have never heard of. In fact, many of the books like It Ends With Us should not have been forgotten. On Amazon, BookTok is so influential that it has been added into the titles of books themselves. For instance, the novel It Ends With Us: BookTok made me buy it! is now riding high in the top 100. Under its influence, old titles were returning to the bestseller charts. Therefore, BookTok is devoted to bringing these classic books back.

Eventually, a great book finds its faithful readers. Thanks to BookTok, not only can more original works be appreciated, but the authors can attach more importance to literary creation. It is BookTok that offers such books “a second lease of life”.

(以下是A种题型)
1. What is paragraph 1 mainly about?

A．The importance of reading.	B．The influence of great books.
C．An example of using BookTok.	D．A story of a teenager booklover.

2. What special experience does BookTok offer according to the text?

A．Users can apply editing skills.

B．Bookworms can gather regularly.

C．It can give instant book reviews visually.

D．Users can share reading experiences freely.

3. Why do the classic books become bestsellers again?

A．BookTok is added into their titles.

B．Book publishers find a new market.

C．They' re recommended by the treasure writers.

D．BookTok brings them back to people’s attention.

4. What can be the best title for the text?

A．Classics Back to Life	B．Young People 's Favorites
C．A New Market for BookTok	D．A Platform for Visual Reading

(以下是B种题型)
5. Where does Kate share her feeling of reading The Little Prince?
6. How do the bookworms share their reading experiences on BookTok?
7. What benefit does BookTok bring to the novel It Ends With Us?
8. Why do we say BookTok offers books “a second lease of life”?

5 . According to some books, the journey through teen years is easier when parents learn much about this time in children’s life and give their children support. These helpful books will tell children all they need to know.

Everything You Need to Know about Growing Up by Rebecca Paley

One of the highlights of this book is the section “When to Expect What”, which gives a timeline on changes that will appear at a particular age. As an essential guide to adolescence, the book deals with various parts of the body and emotional changes that occur during that time.

Getting Used to Your Changing Body by Amy B. Middleman

This book is a comprehensive guide to the various physical and emotional changes about eating healthily, taking care of the body, and how to take care of skin, and so on. The information is reader-friendly in a colourful format. Promoted by the American Medical Association, the book contains important medical terms.

What’s Happening to My Body by Lynda Madaras

Written by a senior educator and her daughter in an easy-going style, the book is about the growth concerning teenagers. The book is targeted at children aged 10 years and above. Featuring detailed illustrations and real-life stories, it also has an introduction for parents and a helpful resource section.

Just for Girls: A Book about Growing Up by Sarah Delmege

When children know what to expect during the adolescent years and have the right information, growing up is not as difficult as it seems. The book has lots of advice and answers to common teens’ questions about what is happening to their body.

1. What are the four books mainly about?

A．Reasons for teens’ worry.	B．Ways to look after parents.
C．Advice on going through adolescence.	D．Introductions of teenagers’ study.

2. Which book involves knowledge about medicine?

A．Everything You Need to Know about Growing Up.

B．Getting Used to Your Changing Body.

C．What’s Happening to My Body.

D．Just for Girls: A Book about Growing Up.

3. What is special about What’s Happening to My Body?

A．It is targeted at teenagers.	B．It is written by a foreign author.
C．It is suitable for parents to read.	D．It includes stories existing in real life.