中考真题2025年江苏省宿迁市阅读B-宣纸：文化瑰宝

Among all types of paper, Xuan paper has earned a special place in Chinese culture. The history of Xuan paper dates back to the Tang Dynasty. At that time, paper was produced in Xuancheng, Jingxian, Ningguo and Taiping. They were counties (县) under the jurisdiction (管辖范围) of Xuanzhou. Among them, the paper made in Jingxian was the best for its excellent qualities. Since most paper distribution (分发) centers were in Xuancheng, the paper was then known as Xuan paper.

Xuan paper is made from the bark (树皮) of the blue sandalwood (檀香木) tree and rice straw. The process (过程) of making it includes many procedures like washing, boiling, and drying. Each step needs a lot of time and care. The final product is soft, thin but strong. It doesn’t tear (扯破) easily and can take in a lot of ink. Because of these qualities, Xuan paper has been loved by painters and calligraphers. It helps them fully express their creative ideas and feelings.

Xuan paper is not only a material for art but also a cultural symbol. It represents the rich heritage (遗产) of the arts in Chinese history. Even in today’s modern world, Xuan paper continues to hold an important position in Chinese art and cultural traditions. It serves as a bridge connecting the past with the present, allowing modern artists to look for good ideas from history while creating new works. The special treasures of Xuan paper ensure that the beauty of Chinese calligraphy and painting can remain and can be passed down through generations.

1.1. Where was the best Xuan paper made according to the passage?

A Jingxian

B Taiping

C Ningguo

D Xuancheng

解析：选A。A 细节理解题 文章第一段明确提到：“...the paper made in Jingxian was the best for its excellent qualities.” 因此，质量最好的宣纸产自泾县。其他选项都是宣州管辖下的县，但并非最佳产地。

2.2. What does the underlined word “procedures” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A Materials

B Steps

C Counties

D Thoughts

解析：选B。B 词义猜测题 “procedures” 所在的句子描述了宣纸的制作过程，包括“washing, boiling, and drying”等一系列需要时间和细心的操作。这些是制作过程中的具体“步骤”或“工序”，因此最接近的意思是“Steps”。其他选项（材料、县、想法）均不符合语境。

3.3.Why has Xuan paper been loved by painters and calligraphers?

A Because of the price.

B Because of the size.

C Because of the qualities.

D Because of the colour.

解析：选C。C 细节理解题 文章第二段直接给出了原因：“Because of these qualities, Xuan paper has been loved by painters and calligraphers.” 这里的“these qualities”指的是前文描述的“soft, thin but strong, doesn’t tear easily, can take in a lot of ink”等优良特性。因此，是因其品质而被喜爱。

4.4. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about?

A The types of Xuan paper.

B The value of Xuan paper.

C The weight of Xuan paper.

D The ways of making Xuan paper.

解析：选B。B 主旨大意题 第三段首句即点明主题：“Xuan paper is not only a material for art but also a cultural symbol.” 随后内容围绕其作为文化遗产的象征意义、连接古今的桥梁作用以及传承价值展开。全段核心是在探讨宣纸超越物质层面的文化和历史价值。A（类型）、C（重量）、D（制作方式）均未涉及。