2023届高考英语二轮复习：读后续写 专项练习题（Word版含答案范文）.docx

1、2023届高考英语二轮复习：读后续写 专项练习题读后续写练习写作：Tryouts for the City Choir读后续写：阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。Alexander sang all the time.He sang in the shower,he sang while he did his homework, and he sang while he walked to school. He simply loved singing. One day during a break,he heard Kevin talking about the t

2、ryouts(选拔)for the City Choir(合唱团).“Yeah, Im attending the tryouts this weekend,”Kevin announced. “With my voice, Im pretty much guaranteed a spot.I dont even need any practice as I am SO talented.Imagine theyll want me to perform lots of solos(独唱), too.”Everyone knew that Kevin had a fantastic singi

3、ng voice. Normally,Alexander just ignored him, but he couldnt help imagining himself as a member of the choir.Wouldnt it be fun, he thought, to sing with other kids every day and have someone actually teach him about singing?On the tryout day,Alexander took a deep breath, walked into the building, r

4、egistered at a large table, and then waited nervously in the hallway.The only one who didnt look nervous was Kevin. And why should he be? He has performed as a soloist many times. Alexander, on the other hand, had never taken a musical lesson in his life, much less had performed for an audience.Afer

5、 a while, the choir director, Mr.Robeson, walked in and told the kids that they were to sing a song individually, sing as a group and answer some questions.Soon the individual test began. When Alexander stood on the stage, he tried to calm down and pretended he was singing in the shower.He felt sati

6、sfied when he was done, at least until Kevins turn came. As Kevins confident voice filled the room,Alexander realized that he would never sound that good.Next,Mr.Robeson put the kids into groups of four or five and asked them to sing together. Kevins group sang right before Alexanders, and even with

7、 four other boys singing,Kevins voice clear and distinct; it seemed to reach the farthest corners of the room.注意:1.写作词数应为150左右:2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Then came the time for Alexander to sing with his group._Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin_参考范文：Then came the time for Alexan

8、der to sing with his group. He didnt want to sound too loud. Instead, he thoroughly enjoyed singing with the others, trying his best to integrate his voice with theirs. Finally, Mr. Robeson asked the kids about their performance experience, music lessons and trainings. All Alexander could say was,“I

9、 just really enjoy singing, but I want to learn more and practice more.”He knew his answer was not perfect, but he was willing to do whatever it takes to become a better singer in the choir. Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin. There must have been some mistake.“How did I m

10、ake it, Mr. Robeson?”asked Alexander in disbelief.“Well, you love singing. Although your voice isnt the best, with training it will improve.”“But, what about Kevin?”Alexander asked.“Talent alone is not enough,”said Mr. Robeson.“After all, we werent looking for soloists.”Alexander now understood that

11、 hard work and right attitude made a difference. He couldnt wait for the choir practice in the coming week.考场优秀作文1.Then came the time for Alexander to sing with his group. Nervous but excited, he opened his mouth and began to sing the song . He tried his best to follow the pace, and he was more than

12、 delighted to feel that his voice was mixed in others , which contributed to a smooth and beautiful voice. Despite the fact that he even couldnt distinguish his voice from the team, he was satisfied and pleased to sing a song with others. After the performance, Alexander took a deep breath and waite

13、d for the resurt. Nevertheless, hardly had he seen kevins confident face when he began to worry. who would be elected?Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin. Alexander was petrified with surprise, thinking it was unbelievable. After what seemed to be a century, he stammered ou

14、t his question tentatively.“why? kevin sings better than everyone.”Mr. Robeson released a faint smile, answering that it was a tryouts for the city chior , not a soloist. Only then did he realize the importance of teamwork. Alexander joined in the choir and spared no effort to practice with his team

15、. Thanks to his awareness of teamwork, his effort eventually paid off when people cheered for their performance.2.Then came the time for Alexander to sing with his group. With his heartviolently pounding, he went ahead to the stage. Hearing the order given by Mr. Robeson, Alexander began to sing and

16、 pretended he was singing in the shower. Hardly had he started to sing when he found that he sang faster than his teammate Anxious as he was, he attempted to slow down his pace to fit the groups. Eventually, he felt that be really did a good job but not wonderful enough to beat kevin. It was time to

17、 announce that who was the champion of the tryouts.Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin. Seized by delight, Alexander was wild with joy. Then came kevins voice,“Why not me? Its unfair! And Mr. Robeson replied,“What matters most in the City Choir is the cooperation. Only with

18、 joint efforts can you gain success. There is no doubt that you are more talented than Alexander. But remember, it is the cooperation that makes him stand out.”Feeling ashamed, kevin left. Then Alexander expressed his gratitude to Mr. Robeson and promised that he was bound to make it.3.Then came the

19、 time for Alexander to sing with his group. Overwhelmed by great anxiety, Abexander could feel his heart beating violently against his chest and the sweat welling his clothes. Gathering great courage, Alexander went on the stage and began to sing with his group. In sharp contrast to Kevin, Alexander

20、 did his utmost to cooperate with his group to complete the song and their voice sounded like a team. The instant they finished their performance the room was filled with thunderous applause. After answering some questions the tryout came to an end and Alexanders hands began to quiver.Finally Mr. Ro

21、beson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin. Beyond everyones expectations, Alexander was chosen and he burst into tears. Kevin asked Mr. Robeson why he made such a decision, disappointment written all over his face. Mr. Robeson patted Kevin on the back gently and explained that absolutely kevin

22、s voice was clear and distinct but Alexander had better team spirit, which was essential to a choir. Seeing Kevins confused expression, Mr. Robeson added that it was cooperation that played a significant role in the performance. Though kevins voicewas perfect, Alexonder could sing better as a member

23、 of the choir.4.Then came the time for Alexander to sing with his group. With his heartand gathering all his courage, he began to sing. At first, his heart was in his throat and he could feel the sweat beading down his face. To his relief, he soon found the beat and immersed himself in the music. Hi

24、s voice was integrated into othersvoice perfectly and their performance struck a chord in every listeners heart.Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin.Astonishment deprived him of the power to say anything!“But I would never sound that good like him,”murmured Alexander.“You ha

25、ve a good command of singing in the group and Im convinced that you will be the best choice of the capital of the Choir. Ms. Robeson smiled, putting his hand on Alexanders shoulder. Tears began to blur his vision. Seeing the appreciation from Kevins eyes, Alexander felt a bense of triumph overwhelme

26、d him.5.Then came the time for Alexander to sing with his group.“Im not as brilliant as Kevin, but maybe my voice can add some color to the group!”Keeping this belief in mind, Alexander lowered his voice to make it fit into- match the group perfectly. Their singing was just like four streams that jo

27、ined each other, rolling down the high mountain and winding along the vast field. All the audience, including Mr. Robeson, were immersed in the beautiful song and swinging to its tune. The instant Alexanders performance came to an end, the thunderous applause burst out wildly . After a while, the li

28、st of choir came out.Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin.Rounding his eye, Alexander stared at Mr. Robeson incredibly:“How come? Kevin is so distinguished! Why am I the last one to be chosen?”“Well , no one can deny that kevin is a good singer. However, we are in a choir, n

29、ot a stage for solos. Mr. Robeson cast an eye on Alexander with appreciation.“Kevins voice is like the sun, too shining to get along with others, and put them in the shade. But your singing is a sparkling star, mingling with others to form a harmonious starry night.6.Then came the time for Alexander

30、 to sing with his group.Nervousnessflooded him over, but he quickly bounced back and cleared his throat. His lips quivered and then voice came after, joining the flow of other kidsvoice. In spite of the fact that Alexanders voice wasnt that charming and outstanding, the choir sounded miraculously ha

31、rmonious. After he sang was over, the final decision came. It was always the toughest time for waiting. Nevertheless, Alexander felt content.“Even if I fail, it is a terrific experience,”he thought.Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin.Out of his expectation, he fell into she

32、er joy. Kevin couldnt believe his ears and exclaimed.“How come? My voice is the best!”“Thats the truth, Kevin,”Mr. Robeson said slowly,“However, when it comes to a choir, your voice doesnt match the most. This is a team work and we should collaborate with each other.”Kevin drooped his head unconciou

33、sly and Alexander knew it that a team member should give the teams interest the first priority. Cooperation comes first.7.Then came the time for Alexander to sing with his group.Though Alexander felt a little bit discouraged after hearing Kevins groups performance, he decided to give it a shot and a

34、t least leave no regret. Alexanders voice wasnt that fantastic as Kevins. But he sang in harmony with each other in his group, which made their singing beautiful. Then came the question par. They were asked several normal questions, for example, what did you consider as the most important thing when

35、 singing in the choir. After that, they were seated to wait for the final announcement.Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin.When he heard this, he just couldnt believe his ears and stood rooted there with a blank expression. Then he went into rapture and asked Mr. Robeson th

36、e reason with a taste of uncertainty in his voice. Mr. Robeson explained that sometimes the ability to coorperate with others was more important than individuals breathiaking performance, especially when in the City Choir. Alexander then had the opportunity to learn singing further though he was not

37、 good at solo.8.Then came the time for Alexander to sing with his group.His heart was beating quickly as if he were sitting on pins and needles. Eventually, he gradully held back anxiety and uneasiness, encouraging and cheering his campanions greatly. No sooner had Mr. Robeson signaled the four boys

38、, who were well prepared, to begin when all of them let out thrilling and inspirational viberation, with arms swinging rhythm. In Mr. Robesons eyes, it was their firm and joint voice that made them unique and extraordinary. Several minutes later, everyone had a break and it was time for Mr. Robeson

39、to evaluate ancl choose.Finally Mr. Robeson told Alexander that he made it, not Kevin.As it happened, everyone on the stage was in shock, with doubtful looks on their faces. It was then that Mr. Robeson cleared his throa and made a suitable explanation, disrupting discussion about unfairness. He ann

40、ounced in a powerful voice that Kevin was truly an excellent singer but the true meaning of a choir was team spirit, instead of individualism. Immediately, people came to be aware of what genuinely counted - team and joint efforts. It dawned on both Alexander and kelvin that power came from everyone in the team.第 10 页 共 10 页