专题05 阅读四选一（期中真题汇编，上海专用）九年级英语上学期

专题05 阅读四选一 人与社会 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海浦东新区·期中） Held in Hangzhou, East China’s Zhejiang Province, the 4th Asian Para Games (亚洲残疾人运动会) not only bring us lots of moving stories, but also show us that technology can help people with disabilities (残疾) to take part in sports. For example, a total of 188 people with disabilities were invited to the torch relay (传递), during which intelligent bionic (仿生) hands and legs, as well as smart guide dogs were used to help them realize their dreams. When the last torch carrier, swimmer Xu Jialing, who won seven gold medals (奖牌) at the Jakarta Asian Para Games in 2018, lit the main torch at the opening ceremony on October 22, 2023, an intelligent bionic hand lent a helping hand. Xu, who lost her left hand because of an accident at the age of 5, has an intelligent bionic hand. The bionic hand is well designed, allowing Xu to control and move it as easily as her right hand. It only takes a few seconds to put on and take off the smart hand, which can be used for more than 10 hours on a full charge (充电), while the price is only one-fifth that of an imported smart prosthesis (进口智能假肢). An officer of the Hangzhou Asian Para Games Torch Relay Command Center said, “By using intelligent bionic legs and robot guide dogs in a torch relay, we wish to convey the idea that technology can change our lives and make the impossible possible. For example, the smart guide dog opens up new possibilities for blind people. It can help them to walk more freely and safely.” The use of technology at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games has brought huge changes to sports for people with disabilities. It not only allows the players to show their talents, but also pushes the development of technology and sports. 1．How many gold medals did Xu Jialing win at the Jakarta Asia Para Games? A．4. B．5. C．6. D．7. 2．Xu Jialing lit the main torch ________. A．together with 187 other people B．at the Jakarta Asian Para Games C．with the help of an intelligent bionic hand D．because she got seven medals in 2018 3．What is the fourth paragraph mainly about? A．How Xu lost her left hand. B．The advantages of the intelligent bionic hand C．The designer of the intelligent bionic hand. D．The differences between the intelligent bionic hand and the imported smart prosthesis. 4．Which of the following words has the closest meaning to “convey” (in Paragraph 5)? A．Show. B．Control. C．Hide. D．Refuse. 5．What’s the best title for the passage? A．A talented swimmer with only one hand B．Hangzhou- a city full of care and love C．Hangzhou technology makes impossible possible D．The opening ceremony of the 4th Asian Para Games 6．In which part of a newspaper can we read the passage? A．Travel. B．Technology. C．Famous People. D．Culture. Passage 2 （24-25九上·上海杨浦区·期中） Calligraphy Classes 2024 The beautiful art of writing awaits Join us for a fun and creative journey into the world of calligraphy! This class is part of the city Art Month in December. Location: Rose Room, Lotus Community Club Date Time 6-9 December 10:00 am to 1:00 pm 10-13 December 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm What you will learn: ■  how to hold the brush correctly ■  basic strokes (笔画) and paper types ■  different types of ink and fonts ■  how to make your writing nice and balanced Costs: What to bring: Early Bird Discount (before 10th November): $15 Standard Price (10th November-6th December): $20 Calligraphy brush/ pen Black ink and ink dish Water cup (Paper is provided.) You can pre-order the beginners’ calligraphy set with all materials for only $30 during the early bird registration period. If you think calligraphy is a difficult skill, see what our 2023 participants (参加者) have to say: I thought I would need excellent handwriting to learn this art. I was mistaken! The teacher gave me step-by-step instructions to help me practice. I picked up the skill quickly! ——Anika, aged 11 Learning Chinese calligraphy is enjoyable. It helps me relax and others are often touched by my work. ——Alex, aged 64 7．Who can sign up for the calligraphy classes? A．Only school students under eighteen. B．Anyone interested in learning calligraphy. C．Only members of the Lotus Community Club. D．People with past calligraphy experience. 8．Jason signed up for the calligraphy class on November the 5th. How much did he pay? A．$15 B．$20 C．$30 D．$45 9．The paper needed for the class ________. A．must be prepared by participants B．must be pre-ordered from the organizer C．is part of the beginner’s calligraphy set D．is given to participants for free 10．According to Anika, what did she believe at first about learning calligraphy? A．She had to have good handwriting. B．She believed it was an easy skill to learn. C．She thought it required no special skills. D．She thought it would help her relax. 11．What is the main purpose of the poster? A．To sell calligraphy materials. B．To advertise the city Art Month. C．To invite people to join calligraphy  lasses. D．To encourage handwriting competitions. Passage 3 （24-25九上·上海建平实验中学·期中） Grand Canyon National Park (美国大峡谷国家公园) is one of the most popular parks in the United States. A large number of tourists go to see the Grand Canyon every year. It is often considered one of the Wonders of the World. The “South Rim” Most visitors see the Grand Canyon from the “South Rim.” The “South Rim” is open all year around. It includes: ◆Grand Canyon Village. It can be reached by driving and is served by the Grand Canyon Railway. ◆Scenic Hermit Road west of the village. ◆Desert View Drive east of the village. A free bus system operates on the “South Rim.” Make your visit easier by parking your car at the Visitor Center and using the free buses to travel around the “South Rim.” The “North Rim” A much smaller number of people see the canyon from the “North Rim” of the park. The “North Rim” has a short season. During winter months, all roads are closed to visitors. Even in good weather, the “North Rim” is harder to get to. Fees and passesAdmission (门票费) to Grand Canyon National Park is for seven days and includes both the “North Rim” and the “South Rim”.■Vehicle Pass: $35 For one single vehicle and all its passengers.■Motorcycle Pass: $30 For one single motorcycle and its passenger(s).■Individual Pass: $20 For one individual when entering by foot, bicycle, bus or the Grand Canyon Railway. Admission is free for individuals 15 years old and younger.■2024 Annual Pass: $70 Valid (有效的) for 12 months from the date of purchase, for unlimited visits to the park. 12．Which of the following statements about the “South Rim” and the “North Rim” is TRUE? A．The “South Rim” is higher than the “North Rim”. B．The “South Rim” is more popular than the “North Rim”. C．The “South Rim” is more beautiful than the “North Rim”. D．The “South Rim” is more dangerous than the “North Rim”. 13．David wants to find out whether he can take the Grand Canyon Railway to Grand Canyon Village or not. Which part of the article would you advise him to read first? A．The “South Rim”. B．The “North Rim”. C．Fees and passes. D．The opening paragraph. 14．Where is Desert View Drive located on this map? A．A． B．B． C．C． D．D． 15．George (16 years old), along with his parents (both 52 years old) and his cousin Steven (7 years old), is going to visit Grand Canyon National Park. They will take the Grand Canyon Railway to go there. How much do they have to pay in all? A．$60. B．$80. C．$105. D．$140. 16．Ruth bought a 2024 Annual Pass on February 4, 2024. She will be able to visit Grand Canyon National Park without additional payment __________. A．360 times B．until February 4, 2025 C．before December 31, 2024 D．within the following 15 months 17．You would most probably find this article __________. A．in a dictionary B．on a science website C．in a travel guide D．in a diary 人与自我 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海进才实验中学·期中） Finally, you finish all your schoolwork and sit back in your chair. Suddenly you feel a headache and realize your eyes are painful. What’s going on? Doctors say that many students are spending too much time in front of screens, especially during online classes. The following might be of some help to you. THE 20-20-20 RULE This gives your eyes a break from long screen time. It suggests looking at something at least 20 feet away for 20 seconds after 20 minutes of work on the screen. You can then continue working pain free. ● Studies show that people blink less often when looking at a screen. Keep your eyes wet by blinking often or using eye drops. ● Sit up straight about an arm’s length away from the screen. Make sure you’re looking down at your screen. Stand up and exercise often to avoid neck and shoulder pain. ● What about blue light blocking glasses (防蓝光眼镜)? They may look cool, but research shows that blue light isn’t the biggest cause of eye tiredness. So ask doctors about computer glasses before putting them on. 18．Who is the text written for? A．Parents. B．Students. C．Doctors. D．Patients. 19．What are the key words in the 20-20-20 rule? A．20 minutes, 20 feet, 20 times. B．20 seconds, 20 times, 20 feet. C．20 feet, 20 seconds, 20 minutes. D．20 times, 20 minutes, 20 seconds. 20．Which of the following best explains the meaning of the underlined sentence in the text? A． B． C． D． 21．What does the underlined word “They” refer to? A．Screens. B．Researches. C．Eye drops. D．Blue light blocking glasses. 22．In which part of a magazine can you read the text? A．Health. B．Sports. C．Culture. D．Travel. 23．What is the text mainly about? A．The reasons for eye tiredness. B．The influence of online classes. C．The importance of computer glasses. D．The suggestions about eye protection. Passage 2 （24-25九上·上海奉贤区·期中） FIRE INSTRUCTIONS IN SCHOOLS The person who sees a fire must: 1. Start the nearest fire alarm. This will cause the Alarm Bell to ring. And also send a signal to the fire station. 2. Put out the fire with available equipment, if it is safe to do so. FIRE ALARM BELLS The Fire Alarm Bells will ring either in the area of A Block (Workshops and Administration offices) (行政办公室) , or in the area of B Block (Classrooms) and C Block (Sports Hall) . Those in the area where the Alarm Bells are ringing should take action as instructions below. Others should continue with their work. On hearing the fire alarm: 1. Those in class: will go to the Meeting Place under instructions given by the teacher. 2. Those elsewhere: will go to Assembly Area by the most suitable route, and stay near the Head of their Department. MEETING PLACE The Meeting Place is the playing field which is south of the Sports Hall. Here names of the students will be checked. 24．We can see this notice ________. A．in a hospital B．in a hotel C．in a school D．in a shop 25．When a person sees a fire, he should ________ at first. A．ask for help B．start the alarm bells C．try to put it out himself D．call the fire station 26．________ is the area where the students study. A．Assembly Hall B．Block A C．Block B D．Block C 27．Everyone in the block where the fire bell has rung must gather together ________. A．in the playing field B．in the administration office C．in another block D．in the sports hall 28．Imagine you are a typist in the administration office. When a fire breaks out in the sports hall, what should you do according to the fire instructions? A．Collect all your personal belongings. B．Go quickly to the Assembly Area. C．Find the most suitable route to escape. D．Go on with the work you are doing. 29．Suppose you are a teacher. What is your first duty in case of a fire? A．To check the names of your students from a list. B．To examine the stairs and the playing field. C．To get detailed instructions from your Head of Department. D．To lead your students out of the building. Passage 3 （24-25九上·上海宝山区·期中） Sunday Tonight, Mom called for a “house meeting”. She told us that she was going back to school to start taking lessons. Well, it was totally out of my expectation. She is always there when I get home from school, and that’s the way I like it. But now, we have to make our own dinners and start doing housework. Wednesday The first few nights with Mom away have been a disaster. We tried making our dinner by ourselves. Manny made the iced tea, but it was undrinkable. Rodric cooked the roast beef, but it was a mess. Therefore, we bagged the homemade meal idea and went out to eat. Tuesday “Greg, why are the rubbish bags still at home? It’s your task!” Dad shouted and asked me why I didn’t do my job this morning. He said I needed to start being more responsible. I’ve heard it from Dad before. Last summer, our neighbor Ms. Grove, asked me to look after the plants while she went on business. Well, I watered them several times for the first few days and I got busy with other things. Ms. Grove was pretty mad because most of the plants didn’t make it. Thursday Dad is really serious about me taking on more responsibility. And first he wants me to wake myself up in the morning. That’s actually a real problem. Yesterday was the first day I tried to wake myself up, and it didn’t work out. My alarm clock went off, but the sound just worked its way into my dream. And today didn’t go any better. 30．Greg’s Mom called for a “house meeting” because she decided to ________. A．teach lessons at a school B．return to school to have lessons C．make dinners with us D．start doing housework 31．Greg felt ________ when he knew about Mom’s plan during the “house meeting”. A．proud B．delighted C．surprised D．relaxed 32．Therefore, we bagged the homemade meal idea and went out to eat. “bagged” probably means ________. A．thought about B．were aware of C．depended on D．gave up 33．What’s Greg’s task at home? A．Taking out the rubbish. B．Cleaning the house up. C．Looking after the plants. D．Waking others up. 34．From the passage, we can learn that Greg’s Dad expected him to ________. A．build up self-confidence B．become more responsible C．make friends with neighbors D．put up early in the morning 35．The passage is probably taken from ________. A．a science magazine B．a schedule C．a news report D．a diary Passage 4 （24-25九上·上海闵行区·期中） Making words with movement International Day of Sign Languages is on 23 September. What is sign language? Sign language uses facial expressions, hand movements and body language. It is used instead of speaking or writing. There is no one universal sign language. Different countries have their own. There are around 300 sign languages in the world. The most common in the UK is British Sign Language (BSL). Like spoken languages, sign languages grow and change. Signs can stand for whole ideas. They can also stand for individual letters or words. Who uses it? Sign language is mainly used by people who are deaf or have hearing impairments. Some people are deaf all of their life. They call themselves “Deaf” with a capital “D”. It is an important part of their identity. The history of sign language The first evidence of sign language dates back to the 5th century BC． But historians believe it may be even older than spoken language. Native Americans have used a sign language called Hand Talk. It has even been taught to animals. In the 1970s, a gorilla named Koko learned signs for hundreds of words. Scientists say Koko asked for a kitten for Christmas using sign language. In the UK, the earliest known use of sign language was at a wedding in 1576. And the first school opened for deaf children in Scotland in 1760. Although it was widely used, signing wasn’t encouraged until the 1970s. And most deaf children were taught spoken and written language instead. 36．According to the passage, sign language mainly use ________. A．speaking or writing B．whole ideas, individual letters or words C．facial expressions, hand movements and body language D．all of the above 37．What does the underlined word impairments most likely mean in the sentence? A．improvements B．abilities C．strengths D．problems 38．How many sign languages are there in the world, according to the passage? A．Around 300. B．1760. C．Hundreds. D．1576. 39．Which of the following is true about the history of sign language? A．It dates back to the 5th century BC． B．It was invented in the 1970s. C．It was first used in Scotland. D．It has only been used by Native Americans. 40．What can be inferred (推断) about sign language before the 1970s in the UK? A．It was used only by animals like Koko. B．It was not known to people in the UK. C．It was taught in schools as the main form of communication. D．It was not encouraged, and most deaf children were taught spoken and written language instead. 41．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The problems of sign language in modern society. B．The importance and history of sign language. C．How to learn sign language quickly. D．The different types of animals that use sign language. Passage 5 （24-25九上·上海位育中学·期中） A speech competition needs you to use your speaking skills. While preparing, you should try to express your ideas clearly to make yourself understood. With growing competition, it is difficult to draw the attention of the listeners. But don’t worry! Follow the points below and you can do what you want to. ① Choose a topic Make the topic of your speech in one single sentence and then start to present. This will help you make a better expression of your idea. Try to research more and learn what others say when we choose a topic. ② Organize your speech Before starting, always remember that the introduction is the most important part as you need to catch the attention of the listeners. Here you can raise funny questions, give an attractive fact, or take a celebrity (名人) as an example. The middle part of your speech should be full of interest. You can add stories. Every point should make a connection with the next. The ending can always be made in a way that makes your listeners think or has a great influence (影响) on them. ③ Present yourself *Your voice should be clear and natural. Use a friendly tone (语气) and make sure that you are heard by everyone. *Keep looking at your listeners to bring a sense of connectivity between you and them. *Add stops to your speech and don’t start speaking quickly if you become nervous. *All your body languages should show enough confidence. 42．We can express our idea better by ________. A．making a topic short B．trying to research more C．learning what others say D．preparing speaking skills 43．In the writer’s opinion, the following are the ways of the introduction except ________. A．raising funny questions B．telling some personal experiences C．giving an attractive fact D．taking a celebrity as an example 44．Adding stories can help to make the middle part of the speech ________. A．special B．believable C．interesting D．clear 45．We should ________ when we are nervous in a speech. A．look at your listeners B．use a friendly tone C．show great influence D．try to speak slowly 46．Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE according to the passage? A．A good ending must always have a great influence on the listeners. B．We can use our body languages to show our confidence. C．It is helpful to search more and learn what others say when we choose a topic. D．We can show our sense of connectivity with listeners by keeping looking at them. 47．We can learn ________ from the passage. A．how to use speaking skills B．what topics to choose C．how to make a wonderful speech D．who to ask for help when meeting with trouble 人与自然 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海黄浦区·期中） Thanks to Earth, we have fresh air to breathe, clean water to drink and warm sunshine to enjoy. But it seems that we may think these things are normal and not realize that our planet is getting “sick”. Among all the environmental problems, climate change sits at the top. Global average (平均的) temperatures have risen by more than 0.5°C since 1992. A half-degree temperature rise is a big thing. It means that heat waves can last around one third longer and rainstorms will be about one third stronger. The increase in sea levels will be much higher, according to NASA．Countries like Singapore that are at low places may be covered by the ocean in the future. But this is not the only problem people are facing. It’s getting harder to get fresh water. Ocean pollution has become serious. Since 1992, the human population has grown by 2 billion, while the populations of all other animals have fallen by nearly 30 percent. Scientists say that we are experiencing the sixth huge extinction in history. More than two-thirds of the world’s wildlife could be gone by the end of the decade (十年) if action isn’t taken soon, according to the World Wildlife Fund. The Amur leopard, black rhino and Cross River gorilla are some animals that are in danger of dying out completely. However, we have made some progress by making the hole in the ozone layer smaller. That’s because we gradually stopped using chemicals that can break down ozone. This shows that when we make quick and strong decisions, we can make positive changes. 48．What may happen if global average temperatures rise by 0.5°C? A．The ocean will cover China. B．Cold waves can last a third longer. C．Sea levels will be three times higher. D．Rainstorms will be more serious. 49．What does the underlined word “extinction” probably mean? A．繁殖 B．灭绝 C．迁徙 D．进化 50．Which of the following environmental problems are mentioned in the text? ①Air pollution. ②Ocean pollution. ③Fewer animals. ④Smaller ozone layer. A．①② B．②④ C．①③ D．②③ 51．What’s the writer’s attitude (态度) to the future of our planet? A．Negative. B．Doubtful. C．Hopeful. D．Proud. 52．How have we made the hole in the ozone layer smaller? A．By the increase in sea levels. B．By gradually stopped using chemicals that can break down ozone. C．By getting the fresh water. D．By the growth of the human population 53．What’s the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 人与社会 Passage 1 （23-24九上·上海浦东新区·期中） There was a time when New York City buildings were almost all the same height. Today you can see buildings of different heights that seem to touch the sky. They are called skyscrapers (摩天大楼). They shape the famous New York City skyline. It started about 90 years ago. It began like a race. This wasn’t a race down the street or around a track (跑道). It was a race for the sky. Who was racing? Buildings were. Their builders were actually racing to build the world’s tallest skyscraper. The race started slowly. First came the Woolworth Building, in 1913. It rose 792 feet on the southern side of the city. From far away, it looked like a thin castle floating (漂浮) in the sky. Then the race heated up. In 1930, two skyscrapers were nearing completion. The Bank of Manhattan Building was finished first. It rose up to 927 feet into the sky. Builders were then putting a round roof on the top of the Chrysler Building. It shot up to 925 feet. The Bank of Manhattan, two feet taller, seemed to be the winner. A big party was held to celebrate its victory. A few weeks later, New Yorkers saw a strange sight. The day that the Chrysler Building was to be completed, workers raised a shiny metal spire (尖顶) through the top of the building, adding 121 feet to the building’s height! At 1,048 feet, the Chrysler Building was now the world’s tallest. But the race was not over. A year later, in 1931, the Empire State Building became the new winner. At 1,250 feet, it was the world’s tallest building. In 1973, even that record was broken. Builders finished the twin towers of the World Trade Center. At 1,368 feet high, they rose above all other buildings in New York City. Time goes on. As technology improves, taller buildings are being built. The race is still on. 54．Today the New York City skyline becomes famous because buildings there are ______. A．all the same height B．above the sky C．built in different sizes D．of different heights 55．About 90 years ago, builders in New York City were racing to ______. A．build the world’s tallest skyscrapers B．go down the New York street C．run around the track D．enjoy the famous skyline 56．The Bank of Manhattan Building was ______ feet tall when it was finished. A．792 B．925 C．927 D．929 57．The Chrysler Building was the world’s tallest in 1930 because ______. A．builders put a round roof on its top B．builders held a party to celebrate it C．New Yorkers saw a strange sight D．workers raised a metal spire through its top 58．By the end of 1973, the world’s second tallest building was ______. A．the Woolworth Building B．the Chrysler Building C．the Empire State Building D．the World Trade Center 59．The best title for this passage can be ______. A．Beautiful skyscrapers B．Race for the sky C．Clever builders in New York D．A big celebration party Passage 2 （23-24九上·上海进才实验中学·期中） Sturtin Hostel We offer beautiful views. It lies in pleasant countryside. Relax after a long day by swimming in the pool or using the exercise gym. Separate (独立的) study rooms available. No children. Bar & restaurant. Tel: 59787633       Mr. Stone Three Seasons We can provide all types of accommodation for all types of single student. Rooms are fully prepared with bed things and have reasonable prices. Full board (膳食). Possible 15-20 minutes from main universities and the city center. Tel: 59759876 Miss Mailey First Shop Ideal for new students, we provide double rooms. If you wish, we can offer help in finding a suitable person to share a room with. All washing and cleaning services offered at extra charge. Large canteen and three bathrooms on each floor. Close to the underground station. Tel: 59226600 Mrs. Williams Banbury House Enjoying mixing with other students in pleasant accommodation, 30 minutes from the station and close to all main bus lines, single and double rooms. Students provide own food but all cleaning services offered. Please bring your own bed things. Tel: 59768339   Mr. Tyler 60．The four texts above are most probably_________. A．reviews B．surveys C．invitations D．advertisements 61．If you are interested in sports, you can choose________. A．Banbury House B．Three seasons C．Sturtin Hostel D．First Shop 62．Which number would you call if you want to live near the city center? A．59768339 B．59759876 C．59787633 D．59226600 63．Which of the following is NOT correct about the First Shop? A．Students must pay for all washing and cleaning services. B．It has large canteen and three bathrooms on each floor. C．The First Shop is far away from the underground station. D．It can offer help in finding a suitable person to share a room with. 64．The underlined word “accommodation” in the texts probably means “a place to________”. A．live B．work C．study D．play 65．The articles above are mainly for________. A．families B．students C．foreign visitors D．shop owners Passage 3 （23-24九上·上海位育中学·期中） The university students begin their summer holiday today. They are making their holiday plans. 1. Grace wants to take some special pictures with her parents before celebrating her twentieth birthday next week. 2. Peter needs to _____________________. 3. Tom wants to find a part-time job at weekends to earn some money for his study. 4. Jenny is too fat. She knows it’s not good for her health and wants to take more exercise. 5.Linda is interested in playing the violin and wants to get someone to teach her face to face. The following are what they have read in today’s newspaper. * Greenland Sports Ground Open next week from 6: 20 a. m. to 8: 30 p. m. Price $3 per hour ($7 per hour for those over 60) Tel: 68886888 * City Museum There are 120, 000 pieces on show here. You can see the whole of local history under one roof. There are also lots of mummies and more gold than you’ve ever seen before. Time: Monday-Friday 9:00 a. m.-5:00 p. m., Weekends 9:00 a. m.-9:00 p. m. Ticket: $20 ($10 for students) Tel: 23455884 * Star Photo shop Photos for all purposes are taken here with half price for family photos. Time: Monday-Friday 8:30 a. m.-8:30 p. m., Weekends 9:00 a. m.-10:00 p. m. Price: $60/set-$180/set Tel: 32045302 * Scottish dancing Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn. Place: Jack Stein’s   Time: every Tuesday 7:00-10:00 p. m. Price: $50 including one drink Tel: 67099868 * Part-time Job offered Do you want to have a chance to communicate with those who do shopping? If so, you may contact Moonlight Bookshop, for two shop assistants are wanted here. Time: Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a. m.-8:00 p. m. Tel: 52310032 * Help from a music teacher Do you want to improve your violin skills? Just bring your own instrument to M & D Music Centre and start to learn at your own speed after a small test. Time: Wednesday & Friday 7:00 p. m.-8:30 p. m. Price: $40 ($20 for students) Tel: 28335661 66．Grace may be interested in the information about ________. A．Star Photo shop B．Greenland Sports Ground C．Scottish dancing D．Help from a music teacher 67．What can be filled in the “________” for Peter if he is interested in City Museum? A．learn about gold B．finish history homework C．make a travel plan D．know more local people 68．Tom may work as a ________ for a part-time job. A．dancer B．teacher C．shop assistant D．violin player 69．Jenny needs to pay ________ per hour if she wants to get more physical exercise. A．$3 B．$7 C．$10 D．$20 70．Linda needs to ________ if she wants to get a face-to-face trainer. A．call 67099868 to get more information B．attend lessons at weekends C．tell the training center about her level D．take a small test first 71．The students have probably found the information they need on the ________ page. A．news B．sports C．business D．advertisement Passage 4 （24-25九上·上海崇明区·期中） When Machines Try to Be Human Did you know robots are trying to take over the world? They are writing books and even cooking at restaurants! But guess what? Sometimes, they mess things up-just as human do. You Call That Service? In Nagasaki, Japan, a hotel hired 243 robots to do various jobs, like helping guests check in or carrying suitcases. Unfortunately, the check-in robots had trouble answering guests’questions, while others kept knocking into walls and falling over. An in-room robot assistant even said “Sorry, I didn’t catch that. Could you repeat your request?” when a guest snored (打鼾). Half of the robots were soon fired (解雇), and of course they didn’t get their tips, either. You Look Familiar! Facial recognition software can’t always recognize faces. When The American Civil Liberties tested the Recognition software it incorrectly matched photos of criminals (罪犯) to 28 government workers. But what about football recognition? During a match cameras programmed to follow the ball kept mistaking the judge’s bald head for the football. One helpful viewer suggested that the judge wear false hair. Stop the Press! In 2017, The Los Angeles Times reported a 1925 earthquake in Santa Barbara as recent. It turned out that the report was written by Quakebot, a computer program which automatically wrote news articles based on an official geological database (地质数据库). When a worker made a mistake while updating the historical data, Quakebot thought it was breaking news. Soon after, misled Southern Californians started worrying about an earthquake that happened almost 100 years ago! Quick, Go Get a Broom (扫帚)! ________ Let Jesse Newton tell you. His new pet dog left its mess on the floor at night while he and his wife were asleep. Their robot vacuum simply ran over the mess and spread it all over the house. Imagine waking up to a home that looks like a “poop painting”—not exactly the artwork you would want! 72．What happened to the robots at the Nagasaki hotel? A．Half of them get tips for their excellent service. B．Some of them had trouble doing their jobs. C．Most of them broke down and were no longer used. D．There were complaints about some of them being unfriendly. 73．In the “You Look Familiar” part, the writer gave ________ examples to show that robot recognition can fail. A．no B．one C．two D．three 74．The Quakebot is used at The Los Angeles Times for ________. A．writing articles B．predicting earthquakes C．updating historical data D．correcting mistakes in reports 75．What best fits the blank in the “Quick, Go Get a Broom!” A．How can a robot vacuum make your life better B．When is the best time to use a robot vacuum C．What’s the worst thing a robot vacuum can do D．What’s the difference between a robot vacuum and a broom 76．What’s the main idea of the article? A．Robots are being widely used in our daily lives. B．Robots will take over the world sooner or later. C．Robots are becoming more and more human-like D．Robot can make mistakes and fail in their given tasks. 77．You are likely to find this article in ________ section of a magazine. A．shopping B．technology C．advertisement D．sports 人与自我 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海奉贤区多校联考·期中） What do you think of your school? Have you ever expressed your ideas to your teachers or the headmaster? The following are the posts in an online chat room. Students from different schools have written down their thoughts. Friday 2020/06/19 Johnathon, 14, Grade Eight of Thomas Science and Technology Academy I’d like to make some suggestions about our school uniform. In the school, we students have to wear uniforms every day. But the dark red and gray sportswear looks dark and old. It can’t stand for young and active spirit. We can add some white or orange colors and make a new type of uniform. I hope our headmaster will think about my idea. Frank, 15, Grade Nine of Mill Hill School I’d like to say thank you to my headmaster. About half a month ago, my left ankle was badly hurt when I was playing basketball. Our headmaster saw it and came to me. He also took some ice cubes for me and took care of me until my parents came. I just want to thank him for that. Larry, 15, Grade Nine of Lakeside School I have two suggestions for my headmaster. First of all, I think we should have more courses like STEM, Drama or Robot programming. It is quite boring to study basic subjects all the time. And second, I hope we can have more teaching equipment for teachers and students. Some students now don’t have laptop computers to program their robots and some teachers also need 3D printers to build some special model bridges for Physics teaching. Mandy, 15, Grade Nine of Brook Avenue High School Today I want to talk about the possibility of personal classes. Now many high schools are trying the “personal class” system.  Besides some regular classes, students can choose some more lessons they want to take. I think it is more effective. And it is also good for us. We don’t have to stay in one classroom all the time. We can meet more teachers and students. 78．Johnathon gives some suggestions about ________ . A．teaching equipment B．school uniforms C．computer programs D．personal classes 79．Frank was hurt badly when he played basketball in ________ . A．early June B．late May C．late June D．early July 80．Larry gives two suggestions because ________ . A．students have too few classes every day and they love sports B．students want to cancel the basic subjects and they need new courses C．courses like STEM are interesting and students have no computers at all D．studying basic subjects only is boring and the school needs more equipment 81．_______ didn’t write to the headmaster to make suggestions. A．Johnathon B．Larry C．Mandy D．Frank 82．According to Mandy, the underlined sentence “I think it is more effective” means “ ________ ”. A．Regular classes will help teachers meet more students B．Regular classes will help students learn better C．Personal classes will help students learn better D．Personal classes will help students stay in one classroom 83．According to the text, most students write to their headmasters about ________ . A．how to share personal experiences B．how to make schools better C．how to arrange spare time activities D．how to deal with other students Passage 2 （24-25九上·上海七宝实验中学·期中） The hot dog is popular. It’s not a dog, but a cooked sausage in a long piece of bread. Here are some stories and facts about it. HISTORY of the Hot Dog The 1600s A German called Johann Georghehner created the “dachshund” sausage. “Dachshund” is a small German dog with a long body and short legs. The 1860s The very first hot dog — the “dachshund” sausage in a roll — was sold by Germans in New York. It became popular in the US later. 1871 Charles Feltman, a German, started the first Coney Island hot dog stand. It made hot dogs known to more people. 1893 Chris Von Der Ahe started the American tradition of eating hot dogs at baseball parks, making hot dogs more popular. 1901 A New York cartoonist, Tad Dorgan, saw the red hot “dachshund” sausages sold on streets. He wanted to draw a picture of it, but he wasn’t sure how to spell “dachshund”, so he simply wrote “Hot Dog”. It is widely believed how the hot dog had its name. 1949 The first vegetarian hot dog came out. HOT DOG FUN FACTS The world record for eating hot dogs: 73 in ten minutes. The hot dog was one of the first foods eaten on the moon! About 150 million hot dogs are eaten by Americans on each July 4 th. About 21 million hot dogs were sold at American  baseball parks in 2010. New Yorkers eat more hot dogs than any other city population in the US. 84．“Dachshund” is a name for ________ at the very beginning. A．a kind of dog B．a person C．a kind of sausage D．a hot dog 85．The underlined word roll in the passage probably means ________. A．a piece of paper B．a list of names C．a piece of bread D．a kind of jam 86．The Americans started the tradition of eating hot dogs at baseball parks in ________. A．1871 B．1893 C．1901 D．2010 87．________ is believed to be the man who created the name “Hot Dog”. A．Johann Georghehner B．Charles Feltman C．Chris Von Der Ahe D．Tad Dorgan 88．Which of the following is TRUE about hot dogs? A．There is still no vegetarian hot dog now. B．An American sold the very first hot dog in Germany. C．Someone has once finished eating 73 hot dogs in ten minutes. D．New York people like eating hot dogs best throughout the world. 89．The passage is most probably from a magazine on ________. A．plants and animals B．food and drinks C．history and society D．earth and space Passage 3 （24-25九上·上海民办欣竹中学·期中） It was a sunny summer Saturday. The sun shone down upon the grassland round Clover Farm. Robby, the eldest of the farmer’s four children, was not happy. “Come on, Robby, tell me the trouble,” called out his mother from the house where she was at work. Robby answered, “Mother, I don’t want to take the children to the grassland. I want to please myself!” “Who told you to take the children to the grassland—Father?” Mother asked. “Yes, it was. He said I was to take them to play on the grassland, and not to leave there until he came back from the market.” “And what is it you want to do instead?” “I want to go with my net down to Butterfly Corner. There will be lots of butterflies out this sunny day. And the other boys at school are all collecting. They have more than I do.” “Oh, dear! But I can guess why he gave those orders. He knew that this was a very busy day for me,” his mother said. “And as this is market-day at the town, he would be away until dinner time. So, you see, he has left you in charge. You are in Father’s place this morning to guard the farm and all of us, especially the little kids. Don’t you think it’s an honor to be so trusted?” “Something happened in Robby’s heart because of his mother’s words. He walked quietly away. After all, what were the butterflies compared with the kids left in his charge? “Hip, hip, hooray!” Robby cheered: He had won a victory—over himself. “Hi, Nettie! Hi, Dumps! Come along! And where’s Baby? We are going to the grassland, and I’ll teach you to play a new game!” he shouted. The kids enjoyed a happy day. At the dinner table, Father showed the family a new bike. He said to Robby, “Now I’ll tell you why I wanted you to stay at home this morning. It was for this surprise. Look, my boy! For weeks back I’ve been planning to buy this bicycle for you. Today I bought it, and it’s yours!” For a few seconds Robby could not believe his eyes. The good, kind father had been planning for this boy’s pleasure! “Oh, Father!” he cried. 90．How many children does the family have? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 91．Robby was not happy one summer Saturday because ________. A．his mother was at work B．his mother has some trouble C．he couldn’t go to the grassland D．he couldn’t collect butterflies 92．Father told Robby to ________. A．help his mother with the housework B．take the kids to Butterfly Comer C．take the kids to play on the grassland D．play with the other school boys 93．Robby changed his mind and became happy again ________. A．after he had a talk with his mother B．because he would go to the town C．after the kids went to the grassland D．because Father trusted the kids 94．Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? A．Robby took the kids to the grassland and they had a good time. B．Father came back from the town and bought Robby a new bicycle. C．Father didn’t tell Robby why he wanted him to stay at home that morning. D．Robby knew that Father would buy him a new bike the day before. 95．The best title for this passage may be ________. A．Life on Clover Farm B．A Victory over Himself C．Collecting Butterflies D．Robby and the Three Kids Passage 4 （23-24九上·上海杨浦区·期中） Danny is reading an infographic. 96．An infographic is similar to ________. A．an information sheet B．an advertisement C．a letter D．a notice 97．The subtitle for the box could be ________ A．Why do we need sugar? B．What does sugar do to our body? C．How much sugar do we need every day? D．Who needs sugar most in our daily life? 98．Look at the boy on the right. He has taken in about ________ grams of sugar the whole day. A．75 B．120 C．280 D．310 99．What can we learn about sugar from the infographic? A．There are 7 grams of sugar in 330 ml of orange juice. B．A woman can eat as much sugar a day as a man can. C．China eats more sugar for each person than the USA does. D．400 ml of rice milk has less sugar than 400 ml of grape juice. 100．What can be a reason why the list of “Sugar that is hidden in foods and drinks” is put in the infographic? A．To help us understand how sugar hurts our body. B．To show what kinds of foods and drinks are popular with children. C．To tell us that we often have more sugar than we can without knowing it. D．To let us know how much sugar is enough to make foods and drinks taste good. 101．Which of the following could be another part in the infographic? A．How can we reduce our sugar intake? B．What good is sugar? C．What’s the difference between natural sugar and added sugar? D．Are you aware of hidden sugar in your diets? / 学科网（北京）股份有限公 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题05 阅读四选一 人与社会 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海浦东新区·期中） Held in Hangzhou, East China’s Zhejiang Province, the 4th Asian Para Games (亚洲残疾人运动会) not only bring us lots of moving stories, but also show us that technology can help people with disabilities (残疾) to take part in sports. For example, a total of 188 people with disabilities were invited to the torch relay (传递), during which intelligent bionic (仿生) hands and legs, as well as smart guide dogs were used to help them realize their dreams. When the last torch carrier, swimmer Xu Jialing, who won seven gold medals (奖牌) at the Jakarta Asian Para Games in 2018, lit the main torch at the opening ceremony on October 22, 2023, an intelligent bionic hand lent a helping hand. Xu, who lost her left hand because of an accident at the age of 5, has an intelligent bionic hand. The bionic hand is well designed, allowing Xu to control and move it as easily as her right hand. It only takes a few seconds to put on and take off the smart hand, which can be used for more than 10 hours on a full charge (充电), while the price is only one-fifth that of an imported smart prosthesis (进口智能假肢). An officer of the Hangzhou Asian Para Games Torch Relay Command Center said, “By using intelligent bionic legs and robot guide dogs in a torch relay, we wish to convey the idea that technology can change our lives and make the impossible possible. For example, the smart guide dog opens up new possibilities for blind people. It can help them to walk more freely and safely.” The use of technology at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games has brought huge changes to sports for people with disabilities. It not only allows the players to show their talents, but also pushes the development of technology and sports. 1．How many gold medals did Xu Jialing win at the Jakarta Asia Para Games? A．4. B．5. C．6. D．7. 2．Xu Jialing lit the main torch ________. A．together with 187 other people B．at the Jakarta Asian Para Games C．with the help of an intelligent bionic hand D．because she got seven medals in 2018 3．What is the fourth paragraph mainly about? A．How Xu lost her left hand. B．The advantages of the intelligent bionic hand C．The designer of the intelligent bionic hand. D．The differences between the intelligent bionic hand and the imported smart prosthesis. 4．Which of the following words has the closest meaning to “convey” (in Paragraph 5)? A．Show. B．Control. C．Hide. D．Refuse. 5．What’s the best title for the passage? A．A talented swimmer with only one hand B．Hangzhou- a city full of care and love C．Hangzhou technology makes impossible possible D．The opening ceremony of the 4th Asian Para Games 6．In which part of a newspaper can we read the passage? A．Travel. B．Technology. C．Famous People. D．Culture. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．A 5．C 6．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了在杭州举办的第四届亚洲残疾人运动会上，运动员徐佳玲戴着智能仿生手套点燃火炬。通过在火炬传递中使用智能仿生腿和机器人导盲犬，希望传达这样一种理念：技术可以改变我们的生活，让不可能成为可能。 1．细节理解题。根据题干“When the last torch carrier, swimmer Xu Jialing, who won seven gold medals (奖牌) at the Jakarta Asian Para Games in 2018”可知，徐佳玲在2018年雅加达亚残运会上获得了7枚金牌。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“lit the main torch at the opening ceremony on October 22, 2023, an intelligent bionic hand lent a helping hand.”可知，徐佳玲在智能仿生手的帮助下点燃了主火炬。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。第四段主要介绍了智能仿生手的优点，包括易于控制、佩戴和价格优势。故选B。 4．词义猜测题。根据“By using intelligent bionic legs and robot guide dogs in a torch relay, we wish to convey the idea that technology can change our lives and make the impossible possible”可知，通过在火炬传递中使用智能仿生腿和机器人导盲犬，希望传达“技术可以改变我们的生活”的理念，所以划线单词与show同义，故选A。 5．最佳标题题。文章主要介绍了杭州亚残运会中科技如何帮助残疾人参与体育运动，体现了科技让不可能成为可能。故选C。 6．推理判断题。文章主要讨论了科技在亚残运会中的应用，因此最适合出现在报纸的科技版块。故选B。 Passage 2 （24-25九上·上海杨浦区·期中） Calligraphy Classes 2024 The beautiful art of writing awaits Join us for a fun and creative journey into the world of calligraphy! This class is part of the city Art Month in December. Location: Rose Room, Lotus Community Club Date Time 6-9 December 10:00 am to 1:00 pm 10-13 December 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm What you will learn: ■  how to hold the brush correctly ■  basic strokes (笔画) and paper types ■  different types of ink and fonts ■  how to make your writing nice and balanced Costs: What to bring: Early Bird Discount (before 10th November): $15 Standard Price (10th November-6th December): $20 Calligraphy brush/ pen Black ink and ink dish Water cup (Paper is provided.) You can pre-order the beginners’ calligraphy set with all materials for only $30 during the early bird registration period. If you think calligraphy is a difficult skill, see what our 2023 participants (参加者) have to say: I thought I would need excellent handwriting to learn this art. I was mistaken! The teacher gave me step-by-step instructions to help me practice. I picked up the skill quickly! ——Anika, aged 11 Learning Chinese calligraphy is enjoyable. It helps me relax and others are often touched by my work. ——Alex, aged 64 7．Who can sign up for the calligraphy classes? A．Only school students under eighteen. B．Anyone interested in learning calligraphy. C．Only members of the Lotus Community Club. D．People with past calligraphy experience. 8．Jason signed up for the calligraphy class on November the 5th. How much did he pay? A．$15 B．$20 C．$30 D．$45 9．The paper needed for the class ________. A．must be prepared by participants B．must be pre-ordered from the organizer C．is part of the beginner’s calligraphy set D．is given to participants for free 10．According to Anika, what did she believe at first about learning calligraphy? A．She had to have good handwriting. B．She believed it was an easy skill to learn. C．She thought it required no special skills. D．She thought it would help her relax. 11．What is the main purpose of the poster? A．To sell calligraphy materials. B．To advertise the city Art Month. C．To invite people to join calligraphy  lasses. D．To encourage handwriting competitions. 【答案】7．B 8．A 9．D 10．A 11．C 【导语】本文是一张海报，其主要目的是邀请对书法感兴趣的人参加2024年12月的书法课程。海报详细列出了课程内容、费用、所需材料和早鸟折扣信息，并引用了2023年参与者的正面评价，以吸引更多的学员报名。 7．推理判断题。根据“Join us for a fun and creative journey into the world of calligraphy!”和海边内容可知，没有限制参加者的身份或年龄，推测只要对学习书法感兴趣的人都可以报名。故选B。 8．细节理解题。根据“Early Bird Discount (before 10th November): $15”可知，Jason 在11月5日报名，因此他享受了早鸟折扣，支付了15美元。故选A。 9．细节理解题。根据“Paper is provided.”可知，画室免费提供纸张。故选D。 10．细节理解题。根据“I thought I would need excellent handwriting to learn this art.”可知，Anika一开始以为加入画社需要出色的书法才可以。故选A。 11．主旨大意题。根据“Join us for a fun and creative journey into the world of calligraphy!”和文章内容可知，本海报的目的是邀请对书法感兴趣的人参加2024年12月的书法课程。故选C。 Passage 3 （24-25九上·上海建平实验中学·期中） Grand Canyon National Park (美国大峡谷国家公园) is one of the most popular parks in the United States. A large number of tourists go to see the Grand Canyon every year. It is often considered one of the Wonders of the World. The “South Rim” Most visitors see the Grand Canyon from the “South Rim.” The “South Rim” is open all year around. It includes: ◆Grand Canyon Village. It can be reached by driving and is served by the Grand Canyon Railway. ◆Scenic Hermit Road west of the village. ◆Desert View Drive east of the village. A free bus system operates on the “South Rim.” Make your visit easier by parking your car at the Visitor Center and using the free buses to travel around the “South Rim.” The “North Rim” A much smaller number of people see the canyon from the “North Rim” of the park. The “North Rim” has a short season. During winter months, all roads are closed to visitors. Even in good weather, the “North Rim” is harder to get to. Fees and passesAdmission (门票费) to Grand Canyon National Park is for seven days and includes both the “North Rim” and the “South Rim”.■Vehicle Pass: $35 For one single vehicle and all its passengers.■Motorcycle Pass: $30 For one single motorcycle and its passenger(s).■Individual Pass: $20 For one individual when entering by foot, bicycle, bus or the Grand Canyon Railway. Admission is free for individuals 15 years old and younger.■2024 Annual Pass: $70 Valid (有效的) for 12 months from the date of purchase, for unlimited visits to the park. 12．Which of the following statements about the “South Rim” and the “North Rim” is TRUE? A．The “South Rim” is higher than the “North Rim”. B．The “South Rim” is more popular than the “North Rim”. C．The “South Rim” is more beautiful than the “North Rim”. D．The “South Rim” is more dangerous than the “North Rim”. 13．David wants to find out whether he can take the Grand Canyon Railway to Grand Canyon Village or not. Which part of the article would you advise him to read first? A．The “South Rim”. B．The “North Rim”. C．Fees and passes. D．The opening paragraph. 14．Where is Desert View Drive located on this map? A．A． B．B． C．C． D．D． 15．George (16 years old), along with his parents (both 52 years old) and his cousin Steven (7 years old), is going to visit Grand Canyon National Park. They will take the Grand Canyon Railway to go there. How much do they have to pay in all? A．$60. B．$80. C．$105. D．$140. 16．Ruth bought a 2024 Annual Pass on February 4, 2024. She will be able to visit Grand Canyon National Park without additional payment __________. A．360 times B．until February 4, 2025 C．before December 31, 2024 D．within the following 15 months 17．You would most probably find this article __________. A．in a dictionary B．on a science website C．in a travel guide D．in a diary 【答案】12．B 13．A 14．D 15．A 16．B 17．C 【导语】本文介绍了美国大峡谷国家公园的景点、游玩的交通工具、票价及一些优惠政策。 12．细节理解题。根据“Most visitors see the Grand Canyon from the ‘South Rim.’”可知，南缘比北缘更受欢迎。故选B。 13．细节理解题。根据“The ‘South Rim’”中的“Grand Canyon Village. It can be reached by driving and is served by the Grand Canyon Railway.”可知，大卫想知道能否乘坐大峡谷火车到大峡谷村的话，他应该先阅读“南缘”部分信息。故选A。 14．细节理解题。根据“Desert View Drive east of the village.”可知，村庄东边即为沙漠景观之路，地图中D处处于村庄东部。故选D。 15．推理判断题。根据“Individual Pass: $20 For one individual when entering by foot, bicycle, bus or the Grand Canyon Railway.”以及“Admission is free for individuals 15 years old and younger.”可知，如果乘坐大峡谷铁路，乔治和他的父母每个人需买一张个人票，共计三张个人票；史蒂文年龄是7岁，所以不需要购票，因此需要付60美元。故选A。 16．推理判断题。根据“Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, for unlimited visits to the park.”可知，露丝于2024年2月4日购买了2024年年票，有效期为12个月，因此她可以在2025年2月4日之前，免费参观大峡谷国家公园。故选B。 17．推理判断题。本文介绍了美国大峡谷国家公园的景点、游玩的交通工具、票价及一些优惠政策，因此我们可以在旅游指南上看到这篇文章。故选C。 人与自我 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海进才实验中学·期中） Finally, you finish all your schoolwork and sit back in your chair. Suddenly you feel a headache and realize your eyes are painful. What’s going on? Doctors say that many students are spending too much time in front of screens, especially during online classes. The following might be of some help to you. THE 20-20-20 RULE This gives your eyes a break from long screen time. It suggests looking at something at least 20 feet away for 20 seconds after 20 minutes of work on the screen. You can then continue working pain free. ● Studies show that people blink less often when looking at a screen. Keep your eyes wet by blinking often or using eye drops. ● Sit up straight about an arm’s length away from the screen. Make sure you’re looking down at your screen. Stand up and exercise often to avoid neck and shoulder pain. ● What about blue light blocking glasses (防蓝光眼镜)? They may look cool, but research shows that blue light isn’t the biggest cause of eye tiredness. So ask doctors about computer glasses before putting them on. 18．Who is the text written for? A．Parents. B．Students. C．Doctors. D．Patients. 19．What are the key words in the 20-20-20 rule? A．20 minutes, 20 feet, 20 times. B．20 seconds, 20 times, 20 feet. C．20 feet, 20 seconds, 20 minutes. D．20 times, 20 minutes, 20 seconds. 20．Which of the following best explains the meaning of the underlined sentence in the text? A． B． C． D． 21．What does the underlined word “They” refer to? A．Screens. B．Researches. C．Eye drops. D．Blue light blocking glasses. 22．In which part of a magazine can you read the text? A．Health. B．Sports. C．Culture. D．Travel. 23．What is the text mainly about? A．The reasons for eye tiredness. B．The influence of online classes. C．The importance of computer glasses. D．The suggestions about eye protection. 【答案】18．B 19．C 20．D 21．D 22．A 23．D 【导语】本文是关于一些保护眼睛的建议。 18．推理判断题。根据“Finally, you finish all your schoolwork and sit back in your chair.”可知，本文是写给学生的。故选B。 19．细节理解题。根据“It suggests looking at something at least 20 feet away for 20 seconds after 20 minutes of work on the screen.”可知，20-20-20规则指的是它建议在屏幕上工作20分钟后，看至少20英尺外的东西20秒。故选C。 20．词句猜测题。根据“Sit up straight about an arm’s length away from the screen.”可知，坐直，离屏幕大约一只手臂的距离。D图符合描述。故选D。 21．词义猜测题。根据“What about blue light blocking glasses (防蓝光眼镜)? They may look cool”可知，此处的they指代前面提到的“防蓝光眼镜”。故选D。 22．推理判断题。本文主要向学生介绍几点保护视力的做法，所以推测可能在杂志的健康版块看到这篇文章。故选A。 23．主旨大意题。根据“Doctors say that many students are spending too much time in front of screens, especially during online classes. The following might be of some help to you.”及全文可知，本文主要给出了如何保护视力的建议。故选D。 Passage 2 （24-25九上·上海奉贤区·期中） FIRE INSTRUCTIONS IN SCHOOLS The person who sees a fire must: 1. Start the nearest fire alarm. This will cause the Alarm Bell to ring. And also send a signal to the fire station. 2. Put out the fire with available equipment, if it is safe to do so. FIRE ALARM BELLS The Fire Alarm Bells will ring either in the area of A Block (Workshops and Administration offices) (行政办公室) , or in the area of B Block (Classrooms) and C Block (Sports Hall) . Those in the area where the Alarm Bells are ringing should take action as instructions below. Others should continue with their work. On hearing the fire alarm: 1. Those in class: will go to the Meeting Place under instructions given by the teacher. 2. Those elsewhere: will go to Assembly Area by the most suitable route, and stay near the Head of their Department. MEETING PLACE The Meeting Place is the playing field which is south of the Sports Hall. Here names of the students will be checked. 24．We can see this notice ________. A．in a hospital B．in a hotel C．in a school D．in a shop 25．When a person sees a fire, he should ________ at first. A．ask for help B．start the alarm bells C．try to put it out himself D．call the fire station 26．________ is the area where the students study. A．Assembly Hall B．Block A C．Block B D．Block C 27．Everyone in the block where the fire bell has rung must gather together ________. A．in the playing field B．in the administration office C．in another block D．in the sports hall 28．Imagine you are a typist in the administration office. When a fire breaks out in the sports hall, what should you do according to the fire instructions? A．Collect all your personal belongings. B．Go quickly to the Assembly Area. C．Find the most suitable route to escape. D．Go on with the work you are doing. 29．Suppose you are a teacher. What is your first duty in case of a fire? A．To check the names of your students from a list. B．To examine the stairs and the playing field. C．To get detailed instructions from your Head of Department. D．To lead your students out of the building. 【答案】24．C 25．B 26．C 27．A 28．D 29．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了学校发生火灾时的一些消防说明。 24．细节理解题。根据“FIRE INSTRUCTIONS IN SCHOOLS”可知，我们可以在学校看到这个通知。故选C。 25．细节理解题。根据“The person who sees a fire must:1. Start the nearest fire alarm.”可知，当一个人看到火灾时，他应该首先拉响警报。故选B。 26．细节理解题。根据“or in the area of B Block (Classrooms)”可知，B区域是学生们学习的地方。故选C。 27．细节理解题。根据“Those in class: will go to the Meeting Place under instructions given by the teacher. Those elsewhere: will go to Assembly Area by the most suitable route, and stay near the Head of their Department.”及“The Meeting Place is the playing field which is south of the Sports Hall. Here names of the students will be checked.”可知，火警铃响起的街区里的每个人都必须聚集在操场上。故选A。 28．推理判断题。根据“The Fire Alarm Bells will ring either in the area of A Block (Workshops and Administration offices) (行政办公室) , or in the area of B Block (Classrooms) and C Block (Sports Hall) . Those in the area where the Alarm Bells are ringing should take action as instructions below. Others should continue with their work.”可知，如果你是行政办公室的打字员，当体育馆发生火灾时，你应该继续你正在做的工作。故选D。 29．推理判断题。根据“Those in class: will go to the Meeting Place under instructions given by the teacher.”及常理可知，火灾发生时，老师应第一时间将学生带出大楼。故选D。 Passage 3 （24-25九上·上海宝山区·期中） Sunday Tonight, Mom called for a “house meeting”. She told us that she was going back to school to start taking lessons. Well, it was totally out of my expectation. She is always there when I get home from school, and that’s the way I like it. But now, we have to make our own dinners and start doing housework. Wednesday The first few nights with Mom away have been a disaster. We tried making our dinner by ourselves. Manny made the iced tea, but it was undrinkable. Rodric cooked the roast beef, but it was a mess. Therefore, we bagged the homemade meal idea and went out to eat. Tuesday “Greg, why are the rubbish bags still at home? It’s your task!” Dad shouted and asked me why I didn’t do my job this morning. He said I needed to start being more responsible. I’ve heard it from Dad before. Last summer, our neighbor Ms. Grove, asked me to look after the plants while she went on business. Well, I watered them several times for the first few days and I got busy with other things. Ms. Grove was pretty mad because most of the plants didn’t make it. Thursday Dad is really serious about me taking on more responsibility. And first he wants me to wake myself up in the morning. That’s actually a real problem. Yesterday was the first day I tried to wake myself up, and it didn’t work out. My alarm clock went off, but the sound just worked its way into my dream. And today didn’t go any better. 30．Greg’s Mom called for a “house meeting” because she decided to ________. A．teach lessons at a school B．return to school to have lessons C．make dinners with us D．start doing housework 31．Greg felt ________ when he knew about Mom’s plan during the “house meeting”. A．proud B．delighted C．surprised D．relaxed 32．Therefore, we bagged the homemade meal idea and went out to eat. “bagged” probably means ________. A．thought about B．were aware of C．depended on D．gave up 33．What’s Greg’s task at home? A．Taking out the rubbish. B．Cleaning the house up. C．Looking after the plants. D．Waking others up. 34．From the passage, we can learn that Greg’s Dad expected him to ________. A．build up self-confidence B．become more responsible C．make friends with neighbors D．put up early in the morning 35．The passage is probably taken from ________. A．a science magazine B．a schedule C．a news report D．a diary 【答案】30．B 31．C 32．D 33．A 34．B 35．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，为四篇日记。日记主要记录了格雷格的日常生活情况。 30．细节理解题。根据“She told us that she was going back to school to start taking lessons”可知，妈妈告诉我们她要回学校开始上课。故选B。 31．细节理解题。根据“Well, it was totally out of my expectation”可知，格雷格对妈妈的决定感到出乎意料，即吃惊。故选C。 32．词句猜测题。根据“Manny made the iced tea, but it was undrinkable. Rodric cooked the roast beef, but it was a mess. Therefore, we bagged the homemade meal idea and went out to eat”可知，曼尼做了冰茶，但不能喝。罗德利克做了烤牛肉，但烤得一塌糊涂。因此，我们应该是把在家做饭的想法放弃了，然后出去吃。即划线单词表示的是“放弃”。故选D。 33．细节理解题。根据“Greg, why are the rubbish bags still at home? It’s your task”可知，倒垃圾是格雷格的任务。故选A。 34．细节理解题。根据“He said I needed to start being more responsible.”和“Dad is really serious about me taking on more responsibility.”可知，爸爸想让格雷格承担更多的责任，变得更有责任感。故选B。 35．推理判断题。根据“Sunday...Wednesday...Tuesday...Thursday”并通读全文可知，本文主要记录了格雷格的日常生活情况，故可推测出，这篇文章是来自日记。故选D。 Passage 4 （24-25九上·上海闵行区·期中） Making words with movement International Day of Sign Languages is on 23 September. What is sign language? Sign language uses facial expressions, hand movements and body language. It is used instead of speaking or writing. There is no one universal sign language. Different countries have their own. There are around 300 sign languages in the world. The most common in the UK is British Sign Language (BSL). Like spoken languages, sign languages grow and change. Signs can stand for whole ideas. They can also stand for individual letters or words. Who uses it? Sign language is mainly used by people who are deaf or have hearing impairments. Some people are deaf all of their life. They call themselves “Deaf” with a capital “D”. It is an important part of their identity. The history of sign language The first evidence of sign language dates back to the 5th century BC． But historians believe it may be even older than spoken language. Native Americans have used a sign language called Hand Talk. It has even been taught to animals. In the 1970s, a gorilla named Koko learned signs for hundreds of words. Scientists say Koko asked for a kitten for Christmas using sign language. In the UK, the earliest known use of sign language was at a wedding in 1576. And the first school opened for deaf children in Scotland in 1760. Although it was widely used, signing wasn’t encouraged until the 1970s. And most deaf children were taught spoken and written language instead. 36．According to the passage, sign language mainly use ________. A．speaking or writing B．whole ideas, individual letters or words C．facial expressions, hand movements and body language D．all of the above 37．What does the underlined word impairments most likely mean in the sentence? A．improvements B．abilities C．strengths D．problems 38．How many sign languages are there in the world, according to the passage? A．Around 300. B．1760. C．Hundreds. D．1576. 39．Which of the following is true about the history of sign language? A．It dates back to the 5th century BC． B．It was invented in the 1970s. C．It was first used in Scotland. D．It has only been used by Native Americans. 40．What can be inferred (推断) about sign language before the 1970s in the UK? A．It was used only by animals like Koko. B．It was not known to people in the UK. C．It was taught in schools as the main form of communication. D．It was not encouraged, and most deaf children were taught spoken and written language instead. 41．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The problems of sign language in modern society. B．The importance and history of sign language. C．How to learn sign language quickly. D．The different types of animals that use sign language. 【答案】36．C 37．D 38．A 39．A 40．D 41．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了手语的重要性和历史。 36．细节理解题。根据“Sign language uses facial expressions, hand movements and body language. It is used instead of speaking or writing.”可知，手语主要使用面部表情、手部动作和身体语言，故选C。 37．词义猜测题。根据“Sign language is mainly used by people who are deaf or have hearing impairments. Some people are deaf all of their life.”可知，有听力问题的人们会使用手语，所以“impairments”表示“问题”，故选D。 38．细节理解题。根据“There are around 300 sign languages in the world.”可知，世界上大约有300种手语，故选A。 39．细节理解题。根据“The first evidence of sign language dates back to the 5th century BC.”可知，手语的历史可以追溯到公元前5世纪，故选A。 40．细节理解题。 根据“Although it was widely used, signing wasn’t encouraged until the 1970s. And most deaf children were taught spoken and written language instead.”可知，20世纪70年代之前，手语不被鼓励，大多数聋哑儿童被教授口语和书面语，故选D。 41．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了手语的重要性和历史，故选B。 Passage 5 （24-25九上·上海位育中学·期中） A speech competition needs you to use your speaking skills. While preparing, you should try to express your ideas clearly to make yourself understood. With growing competition, it is difficult to draw the attention of the listeners. But don’t worry! Follow the points below and you can do what you want to. ① Choose a topic Make the topic of your speech in one single sentence and then start to present. This will help you make a better expression of your idea. Try to research more and learn what others say when we choose a topic. ② Organize your speech Before starting, always remember that the introduction is the most important part as you need to catch the attention of the listeners. Here you can raise funny questions, give an attractive fact, or take a celebrity (名人) as an example. The middle part of your speech should be full of interest. You can add stories. Every point should make a connection with the next. The ending can always be made in a way that makes your listeners think or has a great influence (影响) on them. ③ Present yourself *Your voice should be clear and natural. Use a friendly tone (语气) and make sure that you are heard by everyone. *Keep looking at your listeners to bring a sense of connectivity between you and them. *Add stops to your speech and don’t start speaking quickly if you become nervous. *All your body languages should show enough confidence. 42．We can express our idea better by ________. A．making a topic short B．trying to research more C．learning what others say D．preparing speaking skills 43．In the writer’s opinion, the following are the ways of the introduction except ________. A．raising funny questions B．telling some personal experiences C．giving an attractive fact D．taking a celebrity as an example 44．Adding stories can help to make the middle part of the speech ________. A．special B．believable C．interesting D．clear 45．We should ________ when we are nervous in a speech. A．look at your listeners B．use a friendly tone C．show great influence D．try to speak slowly 46．Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE according to the passage? A．A good ending must always have a great influence on the listeners. B．We can use our body languages to show our confidence. C．It is helpful to search more and learn what others say when we choose a topic. D．We can show our sense of connectivity with listeners by keeping looking at them. 47．We can learn ________ from the passage. A．how to use speaking skills B．what topics to choose C．how to make a wonderful speech D．who to ask for help when meeting with trouble 【答案】42．A 43．B 44．C 45．D 46．A 47．C 【导语】本文主要讲述了如何准备演讲比赛以及演讲时的技巧。 42．细节理解题。根据“Make the topic of your speech in one single sentence and then start to present. This will help you make a better expression of your idea.”可知，我们可以通过让主题句简短来更好地表达我们的想法。故选A。 43．细节理解题。根据“Here you can raise funny questions, give an attractive fact, or take a celebrity (名人) as an example.”可知，文中没有提到讲述一些个人经历。故选B。 44．细节理解题。根据“The middle part of your speech should be full of interest. You can add stories.”可知，添加故事有助于使演讲的中间部分变得有趣。故选C。 45．细节理解题。根据“Add stops to your speech and don’t start speaking quickly if you become nervous.”可知，当我们在演讲中感到紧张时，我们应该试着放慢语速。故选D。 46．细节理解题。根据“The ending can always be made in a way that makes your listeners think or has a great influence (影响) on them.”可知，结尾可以用一种让你的听众思考或者对他们有很大影响的方式。因此，选项A“一个好的结尾一定会对听众产生很大的影响。”表述错误。故选A。 47．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了如何准备演讲比赛以及演讲时的技巧。因此，我们能从文中学到如何做一个精彩的演讲。故选C。 人与自然 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海黄浦区·期中） Thanks to Earth, we have fresh air to breathe, clean water to drink and warm sunshine to enjoy. But it seems that we may think these things are normal and not realize that our planet is getting “sick”. Among all the environmental problems, climate change sits at the top. Global average (平均的) temperatures have risen by more than 0.5°C since 1992. A half-degree temperature rise is a big thing. It means that heat waves can last around one third longer and rainstorms will be about one third stronger. The increase in sea levels will be much higher, according to NASA．Countries like Singapore that are at low places may be covered by the ocean in the future. But this is not the only problem people are facing. It’s getting harder to get fresh water. Ocean pollution has become serious. Since 1992, the human population has grown by 2 billion, while the populations of all other animals have fallen by nearly 30 percent. Scientists say that we are experiencing the sixth huge extinction in history. More than two-thirds of the world’s wildlife could be gone by the end of the decade (十年) if action isn’t taken soon, according to the World Wildlife Fund. The Amur leopard, black rhino and Cross River gorilla are some animals that are in danger of dying out completely. However, we have made some progress by making the hole in the ozone layer smaller. That’s because we gradually stopped using chemicals that can break down ozone. This shows that when we make quick and strong decisions, we can make positive changes. 48．What may happen if global average temperatures rise by 0.5°C? A．The ocean will cover China. B．Cold waves can last a third longer. C．Sea levels will be three times higher. D．Rainstorms will be more serious. 49．What does the underlined word “extinction” probably mean? A．繁殖 B．灭绝 C．迁徙 D．进化 50．Which of the following environmental problems are mentioned in the text? ①Air pollution. ②Ocean pollution. ③Fewer animals. ④Smaller ozone layer. A．①② B．②④ C．①③ D．②③ 51．What’s the writer’s attitude (态度) to the future of our planet? A．Negative. B．Doubtful. C．Hopeful. D．Proud. 52．How have we made the hole in the ozone layer smaller? A．By the increase in sea levels. B．By gradually stopped using chemicals that can break down ozone. C．By getting the fresh water. D．By the growth of the human population 53．What’s the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】48．D 49．B 50．D 51．C 52．B 53．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了地球上的环境问题。 48．细节理解题。根据“A half-degree temperature rise is a big thing. It means that heat waves can last around one third longer and rainstorms will be about one third stronger.”可知，气温上升半度是件大事，这意味着热浪持续时间会延长大约三分之一，暴雨将增强大约三分之一。故选D。 49．词句猜测题。根据“More than two-thirds of the world’s wildlife could be gone by the end of the decade (十年) if action isn’t taken soon, according to the World Wildlife Fund.”可知，据世界野生动物基金会称，如果不尽快采取行动，到本十年末，世界上超过三分之二的野生动物可能会消失。由此可知，这里划线单词“extinction”应该表示“灭绝”，故选B。 50．细节理解题。根据“Ocean pollution has become serious”和“More than two-thirds of the world’s wildlife could be gone by the end of the decade (十年) if action isn’t taken soon, according to the World Wildlife Fund. ”可知，文章提到了海洋污染以及数量更少的动物，故选D。 51．观点态度题。根据“This shows that when we make quick and strong decisions, we can make positive changes.”可知，当我们做出迅速而有力的决定时，我们可以做出积极的改变。据此可以看出作者是充满希望的，故选C。 52．细节理解题。根据“However, we have made some progress by making the hole in the ozone layer smaller. That’s because we gradually stopped using chemicals that can break down ozone.”可知，我们通过逐渐停止使用可以分解臭氧的化学物质去使得臭氧层上的空洞变小了。故选B。 53．篇章结构题。文章第一段讲述了介绍了我们的星球正在“生病”；第二段到第四段介绍了地球出现的问题；第五段介绍人类在保护环境上取得了一些进展；第六段总结全文。所以文章结构如A选项所示。故选A。 人与社会 Passage 1 （23-24九上·上海浦东新区·期中） There was a time when New York City buildings were almost all the same height. Today you can see buildings of different heights that seem to touch the sky. They are called skyscrapers (摩天大楼). They shape the famous New York City skyline. It started about 90 years ago. It began like a race. This wasn’t a race down the street or around a track (跑道). It was a race for the sky. Who was racing? Buildings were. Their builders were actually racing to build the world’s tallest skyscraper. The race started slowly. First came the Woolworth Building, in 1913. It rose 792 feet on the southern side of the city. From far away, it looked like a thin castle floating (漂浮) in the sky. Then the race heated up. In 1930, two skyscrapers were nearing completion. The Bank of Manhattan Building was finished first. It rose up to 927 feet into the sky. Builders were then putting a round roof on the top of the Chrysler Building. It shot up to 925 feet. The Bank of Manhattan, two feet taller, seemed to be the winner. A big party was held to celebrate its victory. A few weeks later, New Yorkers saw a strange sight. The day that the Chrysler Building was to be completed, workers raised a shiny metal spire (尖顶) through the top of the building, adding 121 feet to the building’s height! At 1,048 feet, the Chrysler Building was now the world’s tallest. But the race was not over. A year later, in 1931, the Empire State Building became the new winner. At 1,250 feet, it was the world’s tallest building. In 1973, even that record was broken. Builders finished the twin towers of the World Trade Center. At 1,368 feet high, they rose above all other buildings in New York City. Time goes on. As technology improves, taller buildings are being built. The race is still on. 54．Today the New York City skyline becomes famous because buildings there are ______. A．all the same height B．above the sky C．built in different sizes D．of different heights 55．About 90 years ago, builders in New York City were racing to ______. A．build the world’s tallest skyscrapers B．go down the New York street C．run around the track D．enjoy the famous skyline 56．The Bank of Manhattan Building was ______ feet tall when it was finished. A．792 B．925 C．927 D．929 57．The Chrysler Building was the world’s tallest in 1930 because ______. A．builders put a round roof on its top B．builders held a party to celebrate it C．New Yorkers saw a strange sight D．workers raised a metal spire through its top 58．By the end of 1973, the world’s second tallest building was ______. A．the Woolworth Building B．the Chrysler Building C．the Empire State Building D．the World Trade Center 59．The best title for this passage can be ______. A．Beautiful skyscrapers B．Race for the sky C．Clever builders in New York D．A big celebration party 【答案】54．D 55．A 56．C 57．D 58．C 59．B 【导语】本文主要介绍纽约的摩天大楼，大楼的建造者们在竞相建造世界上最高的摩天大楼。 54．细节理解题。根据“Today you can see buildings of different heights that seem to touch the sky. They are called skyscrapers (摩天大楼). They shape the famous New York City skyline.”可知，著名的原因是有许多高的建筑物。故选D。 55．细节理解题。根据“It started about 90 years ago. It began like a race. This wasn’t a race down the street or around a track (跑道). It was a race for the sky. Who was racing? Buildings were. Their builders were actually racing to build the world’s tallest skyscraper.”可知，建造者们比赛建造最高的摩天大厦。故选A。 56．细节理解题。根据“It shot up to 925 feet. The Bank of Manhattan, two feet taller, seemed to be the winner.”可知，是927英尺。故选C。 57．细节理解题。根据“workers raised a shiny metal spire (尖顶) through the top of the building, adding 121 feet to the building’s height! At 1,048 feet, the Chrysler Building was now the world’s tallest.”可知，工人升起一个闪亮的金属尖顶使其最高。故选D。 58．细节理解题。根据“In 1973, even that record was broken. Builders finished the twin towers of the World Trade Center. At 1,368 feet high, they rose above all other buildings in New York City.”及“But the race was not over. A year later, in 1931, the Empire State Building became the new winner. At 1,250 feet, it was the world’s tallest building.”可知，帝国大厦在第二位。故选C。 59．最佳标题。本文主要介绍纽约的摩天大楼，大楼的建造者们在竞相建造世界上最高的摩天大楼。故选B。 Passage 2 （23-24九上·上海进才实验中学·期中） Sturtin Hostel We offer beautiful views. It lies in pleasant countryside. Relax after a long day by swimming in the pool or using the exercise gym. Separate (独立的) study rooms available. No children. Bar & restaurant. Tel: 59787633       Mr. Stone Three Seasons We can provide all types of accommodation for all types of single student. Rooms are fully prepared with bed things and have reasonable prices. Full board (膳食). Possible 15-20 minutes from main universities and the city center. Tel: 59759876 Miss Mailey First Shop Ideal for new students, we provide double rooms. If you wish, we can offer help in finding a suitable person to share a room with. All washing and cleaning services offered at extra charge. Large canteen and three bathrooms on each floor. Close to the underground station. Tel: 59226600 Mrs. Williams Banbury House Enjoying mixing with other students in pleasant accommodation, 30 minutes from the station and close to all main bus lines, single and double rooms. Students provide own food but all cleaning services offered. Please bring your own bed things. Tel: 59768339   Mr. Tyler 60．The four texts above are most probably_________. A．reviews B．surveys C．invitations D．advertisements 61．If you are interested in sports, you can choose________. A．Banbury House B．Three seasons C．Sturtin Hostel D．First Shop 62．Which number would you call if you want to live near the city center? A．59768339 B．59759876 C．59787633 D．59226600 63．Which of the following is NOT correct about the First Shop? A．Students must pay for all washing and cleaning services. B．It has large canteen and three bathrooms on each floor. C．The First Shop is far away from the underground station. D．It can offer help in finding a suitable person to share a room with. 64．The underlined word “accommodation” in the texts probably means “a place to________”. A．live B．work C．study D．play 65．The articles above are mainly for________. A．families B．students C．foreign visitors D．shop owners 【答案】60．D 61．C 62．B 63．C 64．A 65．B 【导语】本文是篇广告，主要介绍了四个为学生提供住宿的旅舍的特点和联系方式。 60．主旨大意题。根据短文主要介绍了四个为学生提供住宿的旅舍的特点和联系方式，应是广告。故选D。 61．细节理解题。根据“ Relax after a long day by swimming in the pool or using the exercise gym.”可知，在漫长的一天后，可以在游泳池游泳或使用健身房放松身心。所以是Sturtin Hostel。故选C。 62．细节理解题。根据“Possible 15-20 minutes from main universities and the city center.”可知，距离主要大学和市中心可能15-20分钟路程。所以Three Seasons离市中心较近，对应的“Tel: 59759876”。故选B。 63．细节理解题。根据“Close to the underground station.”可知，First Shop离地铁站较近。选项C表达错误。故选C。 64．词句猜测题。根据此处是介绍旅店的情况，所以“Enjoying mixing with other students in pleasant accommodation”意思为：在愉快的住宿环境中享受与其他同学的平安相处。所以accommodation意为“住宿”，即“居住的地方”，故选A。 65．推理判断题。根据文中的“ We can provide all types of accommodation for all types of single student.”、“ Ideal for new students”、“ Enjoying mixing with other students in pleasant accommodation”可知都是给学生准备的。故选B。 Passage 3 （23-24九上·上海位育中学·期中） The university students begin their summer holiday today. They are making their holiday plans. 1. Grace wants to take some special pictures with her parents before celebrating her twentieth birthday next week. 2. Peter needs to _____________________. 3. Tom wants to find a part-time job at weekends to earn some money for his study. 4. Jenny is too fat. She knows it’s not good for her health and wants to take more exercise. 5.Linda is interested in playing the violin and wants to get someone to teach her face to face. The following are what they have read in today’s newspaper. * Greenland Sports Ground Open next week from 6: 20 a. m. to 8: 30 p. m. Price $3 per hour ($7 per hour for those over 60) Tel: 68886888 * City Museum There are 120, 000 pieces on show here. You can see the whole of local history under one roof. There are also lots of mummies and more gold than you’ve ever seen before. Time: Monday-Friday 9:00 a. m.-5:00 p. m., Weekends 9:00 a. m.-9:00 p. m. Ticket: $20 ($10 for students) Tel: 23455884 * Star Photo shop Photos for all purposes are taken here with half price for family photos. Time: Monday-Friday 8:30 a. m.-8:30 p. m., Weekends 9:00 a. m.-10:00 p. m. Price: $60/set-$180/set Tel: 32045302 * Scottish dancing Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn. Place: Jack Stein’s   Time: every Tuesday 7:00-10:00 p. m. Price: $50 including one drink Tel: 67099868 * Part-time Job offered Do you want to have a chance to communicate with those who do shopping? If so, you may contact Moonlight Bookshop, for two shop assistants are wanted here. Time: Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a. m.-8:00 p. m. Tel: 52310032 * Help from a music teacher Do you want to improve your violin skills? Just bring your own instrument to M & D Music Centre and start to learn at your own speed after a small test. Time: Wednesday & Friday 7:00 p. m.-8:30 p. m. Price: $40 ($20 for students) Tel: 28335661 66．Grace may be interested in the information about ________. A．Star Photo shop B．Greenland Sports Ground C．Scottish dancing D．Help from a music teacher 67．What can be filled in the “________” for Peter if he is interested in City Museum? A．learn about gold B．finish history homework C．make a travel plan D．know more local people 68．Tom may work as a ________ for a part-time job. A．dancer B．teacher C．shop assistant D．violin player 69．Jenny needs to pay ________ per hour if she wants to get more physical exercise. A．$3 B．$7 C．$10 D．$20 70．Linda needs to ________ if she wants to get a face-to-face trainer. A．call 67099868 to get more information B．attend lessons at weekends C．tell the training center about her level D．take a small test first 71．The students have probably found the information they need on the ________ page. A．news B．sports C．business D．advertisement 【答案】66．A 67．B 68．C 69．A 70．D 71．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了在假期到来时，学生对自己的假期都有一个规划，然后给出了报纸上的一些广告信息，帮助他们找到自己需要的东西。 66．细节理解题。根据“Grace wants to take some special pictures with her parents before celebrating her twentieth birthday next week.”可知，Grace要拍特写，需要用照相馆。故选A。 67．推理判断题。根据“You can see the whole of local history under one roof.”可知，City Museum与历史有关。故选B。 68．细节理解题。根据“Do you want to have a chance to communicate with those who do shopping? If so, you may contact Moonlight Bookshop, for two shop assistants are wanted here.”可知，汤姆可以做一份售货员的兼职工作。故选C。 69．细节理解题。根据“Greenland Sports Ground”中的“Price $3 per hour”可知，每小时3美元。故选A。 70．细节理解题。根据“start to learn at your own speed after a small test.”可知，如果琳达想找一个面对面的教练，她需要先参加一个小测试。故选D。 71．推理判断题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了在假期到来时，学生对自己的假期都有一个规划，然后给出了报纸上的一些广告信息，帮助他们找到自己需要的东西。因此学生们可能已经在广告页上找到了他们需要的信息。故选D。 Passage 4 （24-25九上·上海崇明区·期中） When Machines Try to Be Human Did you know robots are trying to take over the world? They are writing books and even cooking at restaurants! But guess what? Sometimes, they mess things up-just as human do. You Call That Service? In Nagasaki, Japan, a hotel hired 243 robots to do various jobs, like helping guests check in or carrying suitcases. Unfortunately, the check-in robots had trouble answering guests’questions, while others kept knocking into walls and falling over. An in-room robot assistant even said “Sorry, I didn’t catch that. Could you repeat your request?” when a guest snored (打鼾). Half of the robots were soon fired (解雇), and of course they didn’t get their tips, either. You Look Familiar! Facial recognition software can’t always recognize faces. When The American Civil Liberties tested the Recognition software it incorrectly matched photos of criminals (罪犯) to 28 government workers. But what about football recognition? During a match cameras programmed to follow the ball kept mistaking the judge’s bald head for the football. One helpful viewer suggested that the judge wear false hair. Stop the Press! In 2017, The Los Angeles Times reported a 1925 earthquake in Santa Barbara as recent. It turned out that the report was written by Quakebot, a computer program which automatically wrote news articles based on an official geological database (地质数据库). When a worker made a mistake while updating the historical data, Quakebot thought it was breaking news. Soon after, misled Southern Californians started worrying about an earthquake that happened almost 100 years ago! Quick, Go Get a Broom (扫帚)! ________ Let Jesse Newton tell you. His new pet dog left its mess on the floor at night while he and his wife were asleep. Their robot vacuum simply ran over the mess and spread it all over the house. Imagine waking up to a home that looks like a “poop painting”—not exactly the artwork you would want! 72．What happened to the robots at the Nagasaki hotel? A．Half of them get tips for their excellent service. B．Some of them had trouble doing their jobs. C．Most of them broke down and were no longer used. D．There were complaints about some of them being unfriendly. 73．In the “You Look Familiar” part, the writer gave ________ examples to show that robot recognition can fail. A．no B．one C．two D．three 74．The Quakebot is used at The Los Angeles Times for ________. A．writing articles B．predicting earthquakes C．updating historical data D．correcting mistakes in reports 75．What best fits the blank in the “Quick, Go Get a Broom!” A．How can a robot vacuum make your life better B．When is the best time to use a robot vacuum C．What’s the worst thing a robot vacuum can do D．What’s the difference between a robot vacuum and a broom 76．What’s the main idea of the article? A．Robots are being widely used in our daily lives. B．Robots will take over the world sooner or later. C．Robots are becoming more and more human-like D．Robot can make mistakes and fail in their given tasks. 77．You are likely to find this article in ________ section of a magazine. A．shopping B．technology C．advertisement D．sports 【答案】72．B 73．C 74．A 75．C 76．D 77．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了几件趣事，想说明机器人并不是万能的，它们也会像人类那样把事情搞砸。 72．细节理解题。根据文章“ Unfortunately, the check-in robots had trouble answering guests’questions, while others kept knocking into walls and falling over. An in-room robot assistant even said ‘Sorry, I didn’t catch that. Could you repeat your request?’ when a guest snored (打鼾).”，Nagasaki酒店的机器人在工作中遇到了麻烦，如无法回答客人的问题和撞墙等。故选B。 73．细节理解题。“You Look Familiar”部分提到两个例子：面部识别软件错误匹配罪犯照片和足球比赛中摄像机误将裁判的光头识别为足球。故选C。 74．细节理解题。根据“It turned out that the report was written by Quakebot, a computer program which automatically wrote news articles based on an official geological database”可知，Quakebot被用来在《洛杉矶时报》撰写基于地质数据库的新闻文章。故选A。 75．推理判断题。“Quick, Go Get a Broom!”部分描述了机器人吸尘器的失误，最适合的标题是“机器人吸尘器做的最糟糕的事情是什么”。故选C。 76．主旨大意题。根据“Sometimes, they mess things up-just as human do.”及文章的内容可知，文章主要讲述了机器人在执行任务时可能会犯错和失败。故选D。 77．推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章主要讲述了机器人在执行任务时可能会犯错和失败，最有可能出现在杂志的技术部分。故选B。 人与自我 Passage 1 （24-25九上·上海奉贤区多校联考·期中） What do you think of your school? Have you ever expressed your ideas to your teachers or the headmaster? The following are the posts in an online chat room. Students from different schools have written down their thoughts. Friday 2020/06/19 Johnathon, 14, Grade Eight of Thomas Science and Technology Academy I’d like to make some suggestions about our school uniform. In the school, we students have to wear uniforms every day. But the dark red and gray sportswear looks dark and old. It can’t stand for young and active spirit. We can add some white or orange colors and make a new type of uniform. I hope our headmaster will think about my idea. Frank, 15, Grade Nine of Mill Hill School I’d like to say thank you to my headmaster. About half a month ago, my left ankle was badly hurt when I was playing basketball. Our headmaster saw it and came to me. He also took some ice cubes for me and took care of me until my parents came. I just want to thank him for that. Larry, 15, Grade Nine of Lakeside School I have two suggestions for my headmaster. First of all, I think we should have more courses like STEM, Drama or Robot programming. It is quite boring to study basic subjects all the time. And second, I hope we can have more teaching equipment for teachers and students. Some students now don’t have laptop computers to program their robots and some teachers also need 3D printers to build some special model bridges for Physics teaching. Mandy, 15, Grade Nine of Brook Avenue High School Today I want to talk about the possibility of personal classes. Now many high schools are trying the “personal class” system.  Besides some regular classes, students can choose some more lessons they want to take. I think it is more effective. And it is also good for us. We don’t have to stay in one classroom all the time. We can meet more teachers and students. 78．Johnathon gives some suggestions about ________ . A．teaching equipment B．school uniforms C．computer programs D．personal classes 79．Frank was hurt badly when he played basketball in ________ . A．early June B．late May C．late June D．early July 80．Larry gives two suggestions because ________ . A．students have too few classes every day and they love sports B．students want to cancel the basic subjects and they need new courses C．courses like STEM are interesting and students have no computers at all D．studying basic subjects only is boring and the school needs more equipment 81．_______ didn’t write to the headmaster to make suggestions. A．Johnathon B．Larry C．Mandy D．Frank 82．According to Mandy, the underlined sentence “I think it is more effective” means “ ________ ”. A．Regular classes will help teachers meet more students B．Regular classes will help students learn better C．Personal classes will help students learn better D．Personal classes will help students stay in one classroom 83．According to the text, most students write to their headmasters about ________ . A．how to share personal experiences B．how to make schools better C．how to arrange spare time activities D．how to deal with other students 【答案】78．B 79．A 80．D 81．D 82．C 83．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。本文是4篇来自网上聊天室的帖子，是学生们写给他们学校校长的信，Johnathon、Larry和Mandy都对学校的建设提出了相关的建议，而Frank则对校长表示感谢。 78．细节理解题。根据“I’d like to make some suggestions about our school uniform.”可知Johnathon就校服问题提出建议。故选B。 79．推理判断题。根据“Friday 2020/06/19”和“About half a month ago, my left ankle was badly hurt when I was playing basketball.”可知现在是6月19日，在半个月前，Frank的脚踝在他踢足球的时候受了很严重的伤。因此受伤时间大概是在六月初。故选A。 80．细节理解题。根据“It is quite boring to study basic subjects all the time.”和“I hope we can have more teaching equipment for teachers and students.”可知Larry提出这两个建议是因为一直只学习基础学科太无聊了，还有一个原因是学校应该为师生们配备更多的教学设备。故选D。 81．推理判断题。根据“I’d like to say thank you to my headmaster.”可知Frank写信给校长不是为了提建议，而是为了表示感谢。故选D。 82．词句猜测题。根据“And it is also good for us.”可知Mandy认为个人课程比常规课程对学生来说更有益处。说明Mandy觉得个人课程更有效率是因为它能帮助学生学得更好。故选C。 83．推理判断题。从4个学生写给校长的信来看，Johnathon向校长建议校服的问题，Frank向校长表示感谢，Larry则建议学校开设更多课程和配备更多教学设备，Mandy则建议开设个人课程。大部分建议的提出都是为了让学校变得更好。故选B。 Passage 2 （24-25九上·上海七宝实验中学·期中） The hot dog is popular. It’s not a dog, but a cooked sausage in a long piece of bread. Here are some stories and facts about it. HISTORY of the Hot Dog The 1600s A German called Johann Georghehner created the “dachshund” sausage. “Dachshund” is a small German dog with a long body and short legs. The 1860s The very first hot dog — the “dachshund” sausage in a roll — was sold by Germans in New York. It became popular in the US later. 1871 Charles Feltman, a German, started the first Coney Island hot dog stand. It made hot dogs known to more people. 1893 Chris Von Der Ahe started the American tradition of eating hot dogs at baseball parks, making hot dogs more popular. 1901 A New York cartoonist, Tad Dorgan, saw the red hot “dachshund” sausages sold on streets. He wanted to draw a picture of it, but he wasn’t sure how to spell “dachshund”, so he simply wrote “Hot Dog”. It is widely believed how the hot dog had its name. 1949 The first vegetarian hot dog came out. HOT DOG FUN FACTS The world record for eating hot dogs: 73 in ten minutes. The hot dog was one of the first foods eaten on the moon! About 150 million hot dogs are eaten by Americans on each July 4 th. About 21 million hot dogs were sold at American  baseball parks in 2010. New Yorkers eat more hot dogs than any other city population in the US. 84．“Dachshund” is a name for ________ at the very beginning. A．a kind of dog B．a person C．a kind of sausage D．a hot dog 85．The underlined word roll in the passage probably means ________. A．a piece of paper B．a list of names C．a piece of bread D．a kind of jam 86．The Americans started the tradition of eating hot dogs at baseball parks in ________. A．1871 B．1893 C．1901 D．2010 87．________ is believed to be the man who created the name “Hot Dog”. A．Johann Georghehner B．Charles Feltman C．Chris Von Der Ahe D．Tad Dorgan 88．Which of the following is TRUE about hot dogs? A．There is still no vegetarian hot dog now. B．An American sold the very first hot dog in Germany. C．Someone has once finished eating 73 hot dogs in ten minutes. D．New York people like eating hot dogs best throughout the world. 89．The passage is most probably from a magazine on ________. A．plants and animals B．food and drinks C．history and society D．earth and space 【答案】84．A 85．C 86．B 87．D 88．C 89．B 【分析】本文介绍了热狗的历史以及关于它的故事和事实。 84．细节理解题。根据““Dachshund” is a small German dog with a long body and short legs.”可知，Dachshund刚开始是一种狗的名字，故选A。 85．词义猜测题。根据“It’s not a dog, but a cooked sausage in a long piece of bread.”和文中的图片可知，热狗是面包夹腊肠的，故选C。 86．细节理解题。根据“1893 Chris Von Der Ahe started the American tradition of eating hot dogs at baseball parks, making hot dogs more popular.” 可知，1893年，美国人开始在棒球公园吃热狗。故选B。 87．细节理解题。根据“A New York cartoonist, Tad Dorgan, saw the red hot “dachshund” sausages sold on streets. …… It is widely believed how the hot dog had its name.”可知，据说是Tad Dorgan创造了“热狗”这个名字，故选D。 88．推理判断题。根据“1949 The first vegetarian hot dog came out.”可知，现在有素食热狗，因此A项不正确。根据“The very first hot dog — the “dachshund” sausage in a roll — was sold by Germans in New York.”可知，德国人在纽约出售了世界上第一个热狗卷——“腊肠”香肠，不是美国人在德国出售的，因此B项不正确。根据“The world record for eating hot dogs: 73 in ten minutes.”可知，有人在10分钟吃了73个热狗。因此C项正确。根据“New Yorkers eat more hot dogs than any other city population in the US.”可知，纽约人比美国其他城市的人吃的热狗多，热狗在纽约受欢迎，不是在全世界范围作比较，因此D项不正确，故选C。 89．推理判断题。根据“The hot dog is popular. It’s not a dog, but a cooked sausage in a long piece of bread. Here are some stories and facts about it.”可知，本文主要介绍的是热狗这种食物，故选B。 【点睛】这是一篇说明文，短文介绍了热狗这种食物的历史以及一些关于热狗的故事。文章叙述清晰，故事容易理解。题型是阅读理解，考查了细节理解题、词义猜测和推理判断。细节理解考查学生们对文章事实信息的理解，答案常可以直接在文中找到。如第1，3，4小题，在原文都可以找到相对应的线索。第5小题是一个推理判断题。把四个选项相关的句子，在文中找出，判断出正确与错误。C项中的73 hot dogs in ten minutes，在文中找到相关的句子“The world record for eating hot dogs: 73 in ten minutes.”，与文中意思一致，因此判定C项是正确的。 Passage 3 （24-25九上·上海民办欣竹中学·期中） It was a sunny summer Saturday. The sun shone down upon the grassland round Clover Farm. Robby, the eldest of the farmer’s four children, was not happy. “Come on, Robby, tell me the trouble,” called out his mother from the house where she was at work. Robby answered, “Mother, I don’t want to take the children to the grassland. I want to please myself!” “Who told you to take the children to the grassland—Father?” Mother asked. “Yes, it was. He said I was to take them to play on the grassland, and not to leave there until he came back from the market.” “And what is it you want to do instead?” “I want to go with my net down to Butterfly Corner. There will be lots of butterflies out this sunny day. And the other boys at school are all collecting. They have more than I do.” “Oh, dear! But I can guess why he gave those orders. He knew that this was a very busy day for me,” his mother said. “And as this is market-day at the town, he would be away until dinner time. So, you see, he has left you in charge. You are in Father’s place this morning to guard the farm and all of us, especially the little kids. Don’t you think it’s an honor to be so trusted?” “Something happened in Robby’s heart because of his mother’s words. He walked quietly away. After all, what were the butterflies compared with the kids left in his charge? “Hip, hip, hooray!” Robby cheered: He had won a victory—over himself. “Hi, Nettie! Hi, Dumps! Come along! And where’s Baby? We are going to the grassland, and I’ll teach you to play a new game!” he shouted. The kids enjoyed a happy day. At the dinner table, Father showed the family a new bike. He said to Robby, “Now I’ll tell you why I wanted you to stay at home this morning. It was for this surprise. Look, my boy! For weeks back I’ve been planning to buy this bicycle for you. Today I bought it, and it’s yours!” For a few seconds Robby could not believe his eyes. The good, kind father had been planning for this boy’s pleasure! “Oh, Father!” he cried. 90．How many children does the family have? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 91．Robby was not happy one summer Saturday because ________. A．his mother was at work B．his mother has some trouble C．he couldn’t go to the grassland D．he couldn’t collect butterflies 92．Father told Robby to ________. A．help his mother with the housework B．take the kids to Butterfly Comer C．take the kids to play on the grassland D．play with the other school boys 93．Robby changed his mind and became happy again ________. A．after he had a talk with his mother B．because he would go to the town C．after the kids went to the grassland D．because Father trusted the kids 94．Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? A．Robby took the kids to the grassland and they had a good time. B．Father came back from the town and bought Robby a new bicycle. C．Father didn’t tell Robby why he wanted him to stay at home that morning. D．Robby knew that Father would buy him a new bike the day before. 95．The best title for this passage may be ________. A．Life on Clover Farm B．A Victory over Himself C．Collecting Butterflies D．Robby and the Three Kids 【答案】90．C 91．D 92．C 93．A 94．D 95．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Robby在夏日的一个周六，从最初的不愿意带弟弟妹妹去草地上玩到经过母亲的开导后转变了态度。最终与弟弟妹妹度过了美好时光的故事。 90．细节理解题。根据“ the eldest of the farmer’s four children”可知，农夫有4个孩子。故选C。 91．细节理解题。根据“I want to go with my net down to Butterfly Corner. There will be lots of butterflies out this sunny day.”可知，Robby不开心的原因是他不能够去捉蝴蝶。故选D。 92．细节理解题。根据“He said I was to take them to play on the grassland,”可知，父亲让Robby带着孩子们去草地上玩儿。故选C。 93．细节理解题。根据“Something happened in Robby’s heart because of his mother’s words.”可知，Robby是在与母亲交谈后改变主意的。故选A。 94．推理判断题。根据“At the dinner table…For weeks back I’ve been planning to buy this bicycle for you. Today I bought it, and it’s yours!”可知父亲是在回来之后才告诉Robby这个惊喜的，Robby事先并不知道。故选D。 95．最佳标题题。通读全文可知。文章主要描述了Robby从不愿意带孩子们去草地到最后开心的和他们玩耍的过程，以及父亲给他带来的惊喜，所以最适合的标题是能够体现Robby内心转变的“A Victory over Himself”。故选B。 Passage 4 （23-24九上·上海杨浦区·期中） Danny is reading an infographic. 96．An infographic is similar to ________. A．an information sheet B．an advertisement C．a letter D．a notice 97．The subtitle for the box could be ________ A．Why do we need sugar? B．What does sugar do to our body? C．How much sugar do we need every day? D．Who needs sugar most in our daily life? 98．Look at the boy on the right. He has taken in about ________ grams of sugar the whole day. A．75 B．120 C．280 D．310 99．What can we learn about sugar from the infographic? A．There are 7 grams of sugar in 330 ml of orange juice. B．A woman can eat as much sugar a day as a man can. C．China eats more sugar for each person than the USA does. D．400 ml of rice milk has less sugar than 400 ml of grape juice. 100．What can be a reason why the list of “Sugar that is hidden in foods and drinks” is put in the infographic? A．To help us understand how sugar hurts our body. B．To show what kinds of foods and drinks are popular with children. C．To tell us that we often have more sugar than we can without knowing it. D．To let us know how much sugar is enough to make foods and drinks taste good. 101．Which of the following could be another part in the infographic? A．How can we reduce our sugar intake? B．What good is sugar? C．What’s the difference between natural sugar and added sugar? D．Are you aware of hidden sugar in your diets? 【答案】96．A 97．B 98．C 99．D 100．C 101．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍糖的危害以及一些隐藏在食物和饮料中的糖的情况。 96．推理判断题。根据“Danny is reading an infographic.”及文章的理解可知，本文是通过一份信息图表介绍糖对身体的危害，类似于一份资料，故选A。 97．推理判断题。根据图片内容展示可知，提到了“getting fat, sleeping less well, heart problems...”，这些都是健康问题，因此此处应是介绍糖对我们的身体的影响，故选B。 98．推理判断题。根据图标内容可知，“ice cream (66g)”，“cheesecake (95g)”，“cola (330ml)”以及“1 teaspoon=4g of sugar”可知，四个冰淇淋相当于16勺糖，相当于64g糖，一瓶330ml的可乐相当于9勺多糖，那么1L的可乐大约相当于28勺糖，相当于112g糖，一块95g的奶酪蛋糕相当于5勺糖，那么一块500g的奶酪蛋糕相当于26勺糖，相当于105g糖，所以这个男孩今天摄入了64+112+105=281g糖，即大约280g糖，故选C。 99．细节理解题。根据“rice milk (400 ml)”和“grape juice (400 ml)”显示的含糖量可知，400毫升米浆的含糖量比400毫升葡萄汁的含糖量要少。故选D。 100．推理判断题。根据“Sugar that is hidden in foods and drinks”可知，隐藏在食物和饮料中的糖是为了告诉我们，我们经常在不知情的情况下摄入过多的糖。故选C。 101．推理判断题。根据信息表的展示可知，介绍了糖对身体的危害以及隐藏在食物和饮料中的糖之后，接下来应该是介绍如何减少糖的摄入量，故选A。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $