閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C和D四個(gè)選項(xiàng)中，選出最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題卡上將該項(xiàng)涂黑。
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When students write for teachers, it can feel like an assignment. When they write for a real purpose, they are empowered! Student- writing contests are a challenging and inspiring way to try writing for an authentic audience.
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
This annual contest invites students to write about a political official’s act of political courage that occurred after Kennedy’s birth in 1917. The winner receives $10,000, and 16 runners-up also receive a variety of cash prizes.
Students may submit a 700 — to 1,000 — word essay through October 12. The essay must feature more than five sources and a full bibliography (參考書目).
The Princeton Ten — Minute Play Contest
Looking for student writing contests for new playwrights? This exclusive competition, which is open only to high school juniors, is judged by the theater staff of Princeton University. Students submit short plays in an effort to win recognition and cash prizes of up to $500. (Note: Only open to 11th graders.)
Students submit one 10-page playscript (劇本) online or by mail. The deadline is the end of September.
Bennington Young Writers Awards
Bennington College offers competitions in three categories: poetry (a group of three poems), fiction (a short story or one — act play), and nonfiction(a personal or academic essay). First-place winners receive $500. Grab a poster for your classroom here.
Students can submit their works before November 15. The website links to a student registration form.
Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest
The deadline for this con test is the end of October. Sponsored by Hollins University, the Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest awards prizes for the best poems submitted by young women who are sophomores or juniors in high school or preparatory school. Prizes include cash and scholarships. Winners are chosen by students and staff members in the creative writing program at Hollins.
Students may submit either one or two poems online.
1. How many contestants will win prizes in John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest?
A. 1. B. 5. C. 16. D. 17.
2. What can be learned about Bennington Young Writers Awards?
A. It offers the highest cash prize. B. Its entries should feature five categories.
C. It has the latest deadline. D. Its entries will be judged by professionals.
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Which of the following is aimed at female poem lovers?
A. Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest. B. Bennington Young Writers Awards.
C. The Princeton Ten-Minute Play Contest. D. John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest.
【答案】1. D2. C3. A
【解析】
【導(dǎo)語】本文是應(yīng)用文。文章介紹了幾個(gè)適合學(xué)生參加的寫作比賽。
【1題詳解】
細(xì)節(jié)理解題。根據(jù)John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest部分中“The winner receives $10,000, and 16 runners-up also receive a variety of cash prizes.(獲勝者將獲得1萬美元獎(jiǎng)金，16名亞軍還將獲得各種現(xiàn)金獎(jiǎng)勵(lì))”可知，該比賽共有17位參賽者最終會(huì)獲獎(jiǎng)。故選D。
【2題詳解】
細(xì)節(jié)理解題。根據(jù)John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest部分中“Students may submit a 700 — to 1,000 — word essay through October 12.(學(xué)生可以在10月12日之前提交一篇700到1000字的論文)”；The Princeton Ten — Minute Play Contest部分中“The deadline is the end of September.(截止日期是九月底)”；Bennington Young Writers Awards部分中“Students can submit their works before November 15.(學(xué)生可以在11月15日之前提交作品)”以及倒數(shù)第二段“The deadline for this con test is the end of October.(本次比賽的截止日期是十月底)”可知，Bennington Young Writers Awards的最終截止日期是最晚的。故選C。
【3題詳解】
細(xì)節(jié)理解題。根據(jù)Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest部分中“Sponsored by Hollins University, the Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest awards prizes for the best poems submitted by young women who are sophomores or juniors in high school or preparatory school.(南希·索普詩歌大賽由霍林斯大學(xué)主辦，對(duì)高中或預(yù)科學(xué)校二年級(jí)或三年級(jí)的年輕女性提交的最佳詩歌進(jìn)行獎(jiǎng)勵(lì))”可知，該比賽的對(duì)象是喜歡詩歌的女性。故選A。
