
(24-25高二下·江苏宿迁·期中)Four Books from Around the WorldThe Moon and Sixpence
(The Moon and Six pence is a novel by W. Somerset Maugham, a British author, published in 1919.)
Throughout the novel, Maugham explores themes of artistic passion, the conflict between dream(the moon) and reality(the sixpence), and the sacrifices one must make to pursue one’s dreams, which depends on how you view the meaning of life, what contribution you believe you ought to make to society, and what demands you place on yourself.The House on Mango Street
(The House on Mango Street is a coming-of-age novel by Sandra Cisneros, a American author of Mexican descent, published in 1984.)
It consists of 44 short stories. All the narratives revolve around one narrative center: Esperanza, a girl living on Mango Street in a Latin American poor community. It is a deep exploration of identity, culture, and the power of storytelling, capturing the complexities of growing up in a marginalized community.The Cricket in Times Square
(The Cricket in Times Square is a heartwarming children’s novel written by George Selden,who was an American author.)
Published in 1960, The Cricket in Times Square tells the story of Chester Cricket, a small insect from the peaceful countryside of Connecticut. The story explores themes of friendship, belonging, and the balance between ambition and contentment. It is a timeless tale that resonates with readers of all ages.One Hundred Years of Solitude (百年孤独)
(It was written by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, a Colombian author, published in 1967.)
Set in the fictional town of Macondo, the narrative follows seven generations of the Buendia family, telling a story of love, power, loneliness, and fate. Although their family history is full of tragedy, mystery, and solitude but Buendia family -never stops exploring knowledge and culture.
112.What does “the moon” symbolize in The Moon and Sixpence?
A.Financial security. B.Artistic idealism.
C.Community obligations. D.Romantic identity.
113.Which book is written from a young girl’s perspective?
A.The Moon and Sixpence. B.The House on Mango Street.
C.The Cricket in Times Square. D.One Hundred Years of Solitude.
114.What did Buendia family keep pursuing?
A.Power and belonging. B.Knowledge and culture.
C.Friendship and mystery. D.Religion and loneliness.
【答案】112.B 113.B 114.B
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