七、阅读短文，回答问题（10分）
The Stage, directed by Chen Peisi, is a wonderful historical comedy. It tells the story of a Beijing opera troupe（巡演剧团）trying to survive during the chaotic（混乱的）age in the early 20th century. The film follows Hou Xiting, the troupe leader, as he faces silly orders from a warlord（军阀）. The warlord forces them to rewrite the classic play Farewell My Concubine（《霸王别姬》）. With humour and warmth, the film looks at ideas like cultural traditions, care in their art, and the courage of ordinary people in hard times.
What impressed me most was the difference between laughter and sadness. The warlord’s orders—like changing the play’s ending to let the hero live—created funny moments. But this really showed how artists could do little when controlled by others. Chen Peisi’s acting as Hou Xiting was unforgettable. His strong wish to protect his troupe while keeping the true spirit of Beijing opera made me feel both sad and full of respect.
The film also nicely shows how important traditions are. Even with continuous trouble, the troupe members never give up their work. Their hard work and love for what they do remind me how valuable our cultural traditions are. The final scene, where they perform the original（原版的）play in the middle of gunfire, stands for the unbreakable spirit of art. This film isn’t just a story—it’s a heartfelt call, reminding us to protect our heritage（遗产）.
In a world where traditions are often forgotten, The Stage is a strong reminder that
they are our base. It teaches us that even in the darkest times, art’s light can guide us. I’d really recommend this film to anyone who loves stories mixed with humour, history and deep meaning.
1. What kind of film is The Stage?
It is a historical comedy.
2. What did Hou Xiting think of the warlord’s orders?
He thought it was silly/wrong.
3. What is the purpose of the film?
To remind us to protect our heritage.
4. What does the underlined word “they” in paragraph 4 refer to?
Traditions.
5. Will you recommend this film to others? Why?
Yes. Because it is a humorous, historical, and meaningful story.
解析：
【分析】本题为英语阅读理解题，需根据每个问题的关键词定位原文对应段落，提取关键信息作答。具体思路：1. 问题问电影类型，定位原文首句找答案；2. 问侯喜亭对军阀命令的看法，定位第一段关于军阀命令的描述及第二段侯的态度；3. 问电影目的，定位原文最后关于电影意义的表述；4. 问代词指代，定位代词所在句的前文内容；5. 问推荐原因，定位原文最后一段推荐的理由。
【解析】1. 定位原文第一段第一句“The Stage, directed by Chen Peisi, is a wonderful historical comedy.”，可知电影类型是历史喜剧；2. 定位第一段“Hou Xiting... faces silly orders from a warlord”及第二段内容，可知侯喜亭认为军阀的命令是愚蠢/错误的；3. 定位第三段最后一句“This film isn’t just a story—it’s a heartfelt call, reminding us to protect our heritage.”，可知电影目的是提醒我们保护文化遗产；4. 定位第四段“In a world where traditions are often forgotten, The Stage is a strong reminder that they are our base.”，代词they指代前文的traditions；5. 定位最后一段“I’d really recommend this film to anyone who loves stories mixed with humour, history and deep meaning.”，可知推荐原因是它是兼具幽默、历史和深刻意义的故事。
【答案】1. It is a historical comedy. 2. He thought it was silly/wrong. 3. To remind us to protect our heritage. 4. Traditions. 5. Yes. Because it is a humorous, historical, and meaningful story.
【知识点】英语阅读理解（细节理解）、词义猜测、主旨大意理解
【点评】本题考查学生的英语阅读信息定位与提取能力，属于基础阅读题型，只要认真阅读原文，准确找到对应信息即可作答，难度较低。
【难度系数】0.8
