期末复习之阅读理解15篇（期末热点话题）-2025-2026学年九年级英语上学期期末复习（牛津上海版）

期末复习之阅读理解15篇 （期末考试热点话题） 本资料共15篇专题训练，从上到下按照难度分层训练 题号 难度 知识点 1 较易 周末活动,应用文,意见/建议 2 较易 时文/广告/布告,应用文 3 较易 时文/广告/布告,应用文 4 较易 意见/建议,说明文 5 较易 景点/建筑,应用文 6 适中 时文/广告/布告,假日活动,应用文 7 适中 景点/建筑,时文/广告/布告,应用文 8 适中 个人信息,应用文 9 适中 时文/广告/布告,应用文 10 适中 食物,科普知识,说明文 11 适中 网络的利弊,议论文 12 适中 旅行,时文/广告/布告,说明文 13 适中 国际事务,新闻报道 14 较难 科普知识,说明文 15 较难 科学技术,说明文 Annie 7 May It’s Sunday afternoon. The last hours of the weekend before school starts again. This time is valuable, but I’m sitting here with nothing to do and no money to spend! So I need ideas for things to do. Important: they need to be fun and free. I’m asking for help because time is running out! Austin 08 (5 minutes ago) Go for a walk. I always go for a walk on Sunday. I like going on my own. It’s the perfect time to think about all the things I don’t normally have time to think about and I never think about things I need to do. I like forgetting all about them just for a few hours every week. Monster Munch 4342 (20 minutes ago) I’m writing my weekly poetry blog post. Well, I was—now I’m writing to you. I upload a post every Sunday. At the moment, I’m finishing poem number 15. Five more to go! Maybe you don’t want to write a poem or even a blog, so try a story. Go on—use your imagination! Cool 656 Carl (25 minutes ago) I’m lucky. I live in Liverpool and we have the best museums and they’re all free. They’re too big for just one visit, so one Sunday every month I go and check out a different room. Today it’s the insect room—I want to see what unusual bugs they have! Silly Milly (32 minutes ago) Read something. Sunday is my reading day. I read for at least four hours on a Sunday—books, magazines, websites, newspapers—anything. It’s free and best of all—you can do it anywhere. And sometimes, when I’m really lucky, Dad brings me a drink, too. 1．What does Austin 08 usually do on Sunday? A．Write poetry blogs. B．Visit museums. C．Go for a walk alone. D．Read books for four hours. 2．Monster Munch 4342 is currently writing ________. A．a story about insects B．his 15th poem C．a newspaper article D．a blog post about museums 3．Why does Cool 656 Carl suggest visiting museums? A．They are cheap and small. B．They offer free drinks. C．They are near his home. D．They have free admission. 4．What does Silly Milly enjoy MOST about reading on Sundays? A．Reading for four hours. B．Getting drinks from her dad. C．Being able to read anywhere. D．Reading different materials. 5．What do ALL four responders have in common? A．They spend Sundays with family. B．They suggest free activities. C．They write creative stories. D．They visit museums monthly. 6．The phrase “time is running out” in Annie’s post means ________. A．the weekend is ending soon B．she has too much free time C．she missed an appointment D．school has been canceled 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．C 5．B 6．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，文章通过一个网络求助帖及多条回复，展示了不同人在周日午后选择的免费休闲方式，体现了低成本享受闲暇时间的多种可能性。 1．细节理解题。根据Austin 08的内容“I always go for a walk on Sunday. I like going on my own.”可知，Austin 08总是在星期天独自散步。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据Monster Munch 4342的内容“At the moment, I’m finishing poem number 15.”可知，Monster Munch 4342正在写他的第15首诗。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据Cool 656 Carl的内容“I live in Liverpool and we have the best museums and they’re all free.”可知，Cool 656 Carl建议参观博物馆是因为它们免费入场。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据Silly Milly的内容“It’s free and best of all—you can do it anywhere.” 可知，Silly Milly最喜欢阅读的点是“能在任何地方进行阅读”。故选C。 5．细节理解题。通读全文可知，四个回复者分别推荐了散步、写诗/博客、免费博物馆、阅读，这些都是免费活动。故选B。 6．词句猜测题。根据前文“The last hours of the weekend before school starts again.”可知，Annie说“开学前的最后几个小时”，说明周末即将结束，时间不多了。可推测“time is running out”最有可能的意思是“周末很快就要结束了”。故选A。 Voicemail greetings Message 1 Hi, this is Paul Jenkins of Sandown Publishing. I’m sorry, but I’m not available to answer your call at the moment. Please leave your name, number and a message after the tone, and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours. Message 2 You have reached the offices of Marks & Collins. We are currently closed. Our normal hours of business are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday. Please leave a message with your name and number and we’ll return your call when the office reopens. Alternatively, you could send us an e-mail at marks.collins @verify.com. Message 3 Hello, you’ve reached Pete Dawson. I’ll be out of the office from March 21 until April 7. You can call me when I return or leave a brief message. If this is an emergency, I can be reached on my mobile phone, which is 639205489, that’s 639205489. Message 4 Good afternoon, this is James Smith. Erm, I’m not in at the moment, but I’ll be back soon. Please, erm, please leave a brief message with your contact information, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. Erm, if this is an emergency, erm, please call my colleague. Message 5 Good morning. You’ve reached the voicemail of Harvey Bates, personal coach with a smile. Today is March 1. Please leave a message with your name and contact information. Before you go, here’s my motivational quote of the day: “The time is always right to do what is right.” Martin Luther King Junior Have a great day. Message 6 You have reached Pilton International. All of our sales representatives (销售代表) are busy serving other customers but we would like to return your call as soon as possible. For current pricing information or to check the status of your order, please go to www.pilton.com. Or, leave us a message with your name and number after the tone, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. 1．How many messages include contact information? A．One. B．Two. C．Four. D．Three. 2．The underlined word “Alternatively” in Message 2 can be replaced by ________. A．Or B．Therefore C．By contrast D．In addition 3．What time could it be when the caller hears Message 2? A．8 a.m. B．1 p.m. C．5 p.m. D．10 a.m. 4．What happens to Pete Dawson? A．He has quit his job. B．He will not be in his office on March 20. C．He can’t be reached by any means during March 21 to April 7. D．He can be reached on his cell phone while he is away from his office. 5．We can know from Message 5 that Harvey Bates is a(n) ________ person. A．rude B．positive C．impatient D．ambitious 6．If you can’t get the information you want on the phone from Pilton International, you can ________. A．do nothing B．hold on until someone answers your call C．complain to the company’s sales representatives D．leave your information and wait for the company to call back 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．A 4．D 5．B 6．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。介绍了6条电话语音留言，包含无法接听电话的原因以及后续联系的解决方案。 1．细节理解题。根据Message2“you could send...at marks.collins@verify.com.”，Message3“...which is 639205489, that’s 639205489.”和Message6“...please go to www.pilton.com.”可知，共3条留言包含联系方式。故选D。 2．词句猜测题。根据Message2“Please leave a message with your name and number and we’ll return your call...”和“Alternatively, you could send us an e-mail...”可知，你可以留下信息等着我们联系“或者”你可以发送邮件，划线部分单词与or意思相近。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据Message2“We are currently closed. Our normal hours of business are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.”可知，当来电者听到第二条留言时，他们不在营业时间，8 a.m.符合这一语境。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据Message3“I’ll be out of the office from March 21 until April 7.”和“If this is an emergency, I can be reached on my mobile phone...”可知，当他不在办公室时，可以通过他的手机联系到他。故选D。 5．推理判断题。根据Message5“...here’s my motivational quote of the day: ‘The time is always right to do what is right.’”可知，他的语音箱里有自己的励志名言，说明他是一个很积极的人，positive符合语义。故选B。 6．细节理解题。根据Message6“...please go to www.pilton.com. Or, leave us a message with your name and number...we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.”可知，如果你无法通过电话获取信息，你可以留下自己的信息，等待公司回电。故选D。 dearMars ProjectThe first civilian mission to Mars is planned to take place in 2040. It’s a chance for the common people to fly to Mars. The rocket will make a month-long journey to Mars and back. In 2020, a secret businessman purchased all the seats aboard the rocket. Wishing to give as many talented people as possible the opportunity to go, he plans to take 10 crew members to go with him from across the world. He will choose those who will improve “whatever activity” they are into by going to space and who are willing and able to support other crew member. Pre-registration online-by August 4th 8:00 p. m. Click here! Everyone who pre-registers will receive an e-mail about the selection process. Initial Screening (材料审查)-by August 10th 8:00 p. m. Assignment A particular task will be given Online Interview-by August 20th 8:00 p. m. Final Interview and Medical Checkup-Late August Training and Preparation 1．The dearMars Project is a mission open up to ______. A．astronauts B．the public C．scientists D．businessmen 2．According to the plan, the crew will probably spend ______ in the rocket. A．1 month B．1 year C．10 years D．20 years 3．Applicants (申请人) will know about the selection process ______. A．from the website B．through online interview C．by e-mail D．on the phone 4．By August 20th, the dearMars Project has completed ______ step(s). A．1 B．3 C．4 D．6 5．Which of the following is NOT necessary for the applicant? A．Being physically healthy. B．Knowing different languages. C．Having a good team spirit. D．Doing well in a certain field. 6．The text above is ______. A．a page from a guidebook to space travel B．an online training course in space flight C．a piece of news released by the government D．an advertisement for the dearMars Project 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．B 6．D 【导语】本文是“dearMars 计划”的招募广告，该计划将于2040年开展首次民用火星任务，一位神秘商人包下火箭所有座位，计划从全球招募10名船员同行。广告详细说明了任务时长、招募条件、报名流程及关键时间节点，邀请符合要求的人参与报名。 1．细节理解题。根据“It’s a chance for the common people to fly to Mars”可知，该项目是“普通人飞往火星的机会”，即面向“公众（the public）”。故选B。 2．细节理解题。 根据“The rocket will make a month-long journey to Mars and back”可知，火箭往返火星的旅程为“一个月（1 month）”，即船员在火箭上的时间约为一个月。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Pre-registration online”部分的说明“Everyone who pre-registers will receive an e-mail about the selection process”可知，预注册成功后，申请人会“通过电子邮件（by e-mail）”获取选拔流程信息。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“Pre-registration online-by August 4th 8:00 p. m”和“Initial Screening (材料审查)-by August 10th 8:00 p. m.”以及“Online Interview-by August 20th 8:00 p. m.”可知，截至8月20日，已完成“预注册、材料审查、线上面试”3个步骤。故选B。 5．细节理解题。根据招募条件“who will improve ‘whatever activity’ they are into by going to space”和“who are willing and able to support other crew members”以及流程中的“Medical Checkup”可知，A、C、D 均为必要条件。“掌握不同语言”文中未提及，并非申请必需。故选B。 6．推理判断题。文章核心是介绍“dearMars 计划”的任务信息、招募要求、报名流程，目的是吸引公众报名，符合“广告（advertisement）”的特征。故选D。 Finally, you finish all your work 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 people are spending too much time in front of screens. 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? 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. 1．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. 2．Which of the following best explains the meaning of the underlined sentence in the text? A． B． C． D． 3．What does the underlined word “They” refer to? A．Screens. B．Research. C．Eye drops. D．Blue light blocking glasses. 4．According to the passage, what should people do before wearing blue light blocking glasses? A．Check if they look cool enough. B．Ask doctors for advice about computer glasses. C．Find out the exact price online. D．Test whether the glasses really block blue light. 5．In which part of a magazine can you read the text? A．Health. B．Sports. C．Culture. D．Travel. 6．What is the text mainly about? A．The reasons for eye tiredness. B．The influence of online work. C．The importance of computer glasses. D．The suggestions about eye protection. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．D 4．B 5．A 6．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了一些用眼过度后保护眼睛的方式。 1．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，“三个二十的规则”分别指的是二十英尺，二十秒，二十分钟。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Sit up straight about an arm’s length away from the screen.”可知，划线句子是说要坐直，离屏幕约一臂的距离，与D选项一致。故选D。 3．词句猜测题。根据“What about blue light blocking glasses? They may look cool, but research shows that blue light isn’t the biggest cause of eye tiredness.”可知防蓝光眼镜怎么样？它们可能看起来很酷，但研究表明，蓝光并不是眼睛疲劳的最大原因。因此“They”代指防蓝光眼镜。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据“So ask doctors about computer glasses before putting them on.”所以在戴之前，先问问医生。故选B。 5．推理判断题。根据文章内容为一些用眼过度后保护眼睛的方式可知这篇文章会出现在健康板块。故选A。 6． 主旨大意题。根据“Doctors say that many people are spending too much time in front of screens. The following might be of some help to you.”及下文一些用眼建议可知，本文是关于眼睛保护的建议。故选D。 To: margaret87 @ hotmail.com Cc: Subject: “Museums of the World” Travel Plan “Museums of the World” Travel Plan Here’s the travel plan for some unusual museums on our “Museums of the World” tour. I’ll send you our plan of the whole journey next week. The Museum of Bad Art shows what it describes as “art too bad to be ignored (忽略)”. The museum hopes to bring the worst of art to the widest possible audience. As part of the visit, we’ll see some truly terrible works of art. The Washington Banana Museum has 4,000 objects inside. They are all connected to the history of bananas. We’ll have a guided tour around the museum. We’ll learn all kinds of interesting facts. For example, bananas were first introduced to the USA in 1878 in the same exhibition as Alexander Graham Bell’s telephone. The banana is now the best-selling fruit in the USA． Now onto Europe — The Hair Museum is located in a huge cave in a European country. It has 16,000 samples (样本) of people’s hair inside. You’ll have a chance to add your own hair to the collection. Later in the year, the museum curator will select 10 people who gave lots of money to the museum to attend a party. If you’re one of them, you’ll be invited to stay in his guest house. The Museu de Carrosses Funebres is a museum of funerals (葬礼). It takes a look at how local people have been transported to their funerals since the 19th century. During the tour, we’ll get a good understanding of how the local people viewed death. Note: For more information about these museums, please check our website: www.startravel.com. If you have any questions about your journey, please call us (2837 0298). 1．The Museum of Bad Art hopes to ________. A．teach people what bad art is B．collect as much bad art as possible C．enable more people to see the worst of art D．show people how different bad art is from real art 2．The underlined word “curator” in The Hair Museum probably means “the person who ________”. A．gives money to the museum B．is in charge of the museum C．works for the museum D．visits the museum 3．Which of the following sentences is TRUE? A．The Hair Museum was built in 1878 in Europe. B．The banana is a popular fruit with a great need in the USA． C．Visitors at the Hair Museum can have an experience of living in a cave. D．Bananas were introduced to the US in the same year as the telephone was invented. 4．If you are interested in local people’s view about death, you can go to visit ________. A．the Hair Museum B．the Museum of Bad Art C．the Washington Banana Museum D．the Museu de Carrosses Funebres 5．Suppose you are making a plan for visiting these unusual museums. You have questions about your departure date. You can ________. A．visit the museum in person B．write a personal letter to Margaret C．make a phone call to 2837 0298 D．check the website www.startravel.com 6．The main purpose of the material is to ________. A．help people have a better understanding of the bad art B．invite visitors to attend a party and stay in the guest house of the museum C．introduce the travel plan for some unusual museums on “Museums of the World” tour D．provide some interesting facts of some unusual objects inside different museums 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．D 5．C 6．C 【导语】本文是一封关于“世界博物馆之旅”中一些特色博物馆旅行计划的邮件。 1．细节理解题。根据“The museum hopes to bring the worst of art to the widest possible audience.”可知，这个博物馆希望把最糟糕的艺术带给尽可能多的观众，也就是让更多的人看到最糟糕的艺术。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Later in the year, the museum curator will select 10 people who gave lots of money to the museum to attend a party.”可知，博物馆的馆长会挑选10个给博物馆捐了很多钱的人参加派对，由此可推测“curator”指的是负责博物馆的人。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“The banana is now the best-selling fruit in the USA.”可知，香蕉现在是美国最畅销的水果，也就是香蕉在美国很受欢迎，需求量很大。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“The Museu de Carrosses Funebres is a museum of funerals (葬礼). It takes a look at how local people have been transported to their funerals since the 19th century. During the tour, we’ll get a good understanding of how the local people viewed death.”可知，如果对当地人对死亡的看法感兴趣，可以去参观“The Museu de Carrosses Funebres”。故选D。 5．细节理解题。根据“If you have any questions about your journey, please call us (2837 0298).”可知，如果对旅程有任何问题，可以打电话2837 0298。故选C。 6．主旨大意题。根据“Here’s the travel plan for some unusual museums on our ‘Museums of the World’ tour. I’ll send you our plan of the whole journey next week.”以及后文对各个博物馆的介绍可知，这篇材料的主要目的是介绍“世界博物馆之旅”中一些不寻常博物馆的旅行计划。故选C。 IC’S COOL CAMP We are working on providing the “best” memorable skating camp for all children. We provide a caring, attentive, and supportive environment for skaters to make new friends and improve their skating skills. Camp is available to skaters from beginner to advanced levels. Skaters will be broken down into groups based on their skill level for certain activities. All camp employees are Safe Sport Certified. Ages: Must be between the ages of 5 and 14 to attend PRICING Thanksgiving Full 3-Day: $195.00 Winter Break Full 4-Day: $260.00 Daily Rate: $8.00 per day Full Camp Registration includes IC’s Cool Camp T-Shirt ADD-ONS Daily Lunch: $8.00 per day Before/After Care: $15.00/ hr (1-hour before care, 2-hour after care) Private Lesson with Jr. Coach: $25.00 for 30 minutes ACTIVITIES INCLUDED 1.5 hours on the ice Group on-ice lesson with a figure skating coach Fun off-ice fitness activities Ice skating practice with friends Last-day themed performance-parents invited! WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP Jacket or sweatshirt Water bottle Gloves Extra snacks REFUND (退款) POLICY No refunds after the camp has started, unless injury with a doctor’s note. CONTACT INFORMATION Have more questions on our Skating Camps? Contact our Skating Department! E-mail: Skating@AHCenterice.com Phone: (813) 803-7372 1．The camp divides skaters according to their _________. A．age B．skill level C．performance D．doctor’s note 2．An 8-year-old girl who registers for the Winter Break Full Camp with daily lunch should pay _________. A．$260 B．$268 C．$292 D．$275 3．Skaters can do the following things except _________. A．having private lessons with a camp coach B．practising ice skating with the camp friends C．asking their parents to enjoy their last show D．shaping their figure by taking on-ice lessons 4．The underlined word “advanced” in Paragraph 1 probably means “_________”. A．ahead of time B．out of fashion C．well prepared D．highly trained 5．Which of the following is True according to the passage? A．Tom aged 12 without any experience of skating can join in the camp. B．Lucy who chooses “Daily Rate” can get IC’s Cool Camp T-Shirt. C．John needs to pay $15 if he picks up his son after two hours’ camp care. D．Kitty can get refund because she doesn’t like the skating lessons. 6．We may read the passage in the _________ part of newspaper. A．Travel B．Sport C．Advertisement D．Environment 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．D 5．A 6．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了IC’s Cool Camp滑冰营的相关信息，包括营地面向的人群、分组规则、费用标准、附加服务、包含的活动、所需携带物品、退款政策及联系方式等内容。 1．细节理解题。根据“Skaters will be broken down into groups based on their skill level for certain activities”可知，营地是根据滑冰者的技能水平进行分组的。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Winter Break Full 4-Day: $260.00”和“Daily Lunch: $8.00 per day”，冬季假期营共4天，午餐总费用为8×4=32美元，因此总费用为260+32=292美元。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“Group on-ice lesson with a figure skating coach”可知，是与花样滑冰教练一起上冰上集体课，并且由“improve their skating skills”可知冰上课的目的是提高滑冰技能，并非“塑造身材”。故选D。 4．词句猜测题。根据“from beginner to advanced levels”可知，beginner意为“初学者”，由此可推测advanced表示“高水平的”。highly trained“训练有素的”符合语境。故选D。 5．细节理解题。根据“Camp is available to skaters from beginner to advanced levels.”可知，营地面向从初学者到高级水平的滑冰者，12岁无滑冰经验的Tom属于初学者，可参加营地。故选A。 6．推理判断题。本文是滑冰营的招生宣传信息，属于广告类内容，因此可能出现在报纸的Advertisement“广告”板块。故选C。 Good Times Await You at the Supertree Grove Measuring between 25 and 50 meters tall, the Supertree Grove in Gardens by the Bay is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Singapore. The large canopies provide shade in the day and come alive with displays of light and sound at night. Stand amidst these iconic giants, or walk along the 22-meter-high OCBC Skyway and enjoy overall views of the Gardens and the Marina Bay skyline. IMPORTANT NOTE ◆ From November 30 to December 26, visitors are required to have a Christmas Wonderland ticket to access the Supertree Grove and the OCBC Skyway from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Visitors without a Christmas Wonderland ticket are advised to visit before 3 p.m. There are also two admission timings to the OCBC Skyway: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (last ticket sale and admission at 2 p.m.) 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. (last ticket sale and admission at 9 p.m.) For more information on Christmas Wonderland, please visit www.gardensbythebay.com. ADMISSION ◆ Admission to the Supertree Grove is free. ◆ Please note that charges apply for the OCBC Skyway: Adult: $8 Senior (≥60 years old): $8 Child (3 to 12 years old): $5 Tickets can be purchased at the Ticketing counters or near the entrance of the OCBC Skyway during the specified operating hours. All prices are in Singapore dollars. OPERATING HOURS ◆ Supertree Grove: 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily ◆ OCBC Skyway: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily Last ticket sale and admission: 8 p.m. Peak hours for the OCBC Skyway are from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily. Longer wait times may be expected. 1．The Supertree Grove is a popular tourist attraction in ________. A．China B．Singapore C．Thailand D．Malaysia 2．If the visitors have no Christmas Wonderland tickets, what is the best time to visit? A．before 5 a.m. B．after 9 a.m. C．before 3 p.m. D．after 2 p.m. 3．A couple want to take their five-year-old son to the OCBC Skyway on New Year’s Day. How much will it cost them? A．16 Singapore dollars. B．13 Singapore dollars. C．15 Singapore dollars. D．21 Singapore dollars. 4．The underlined “canopies” in the first paragraph probably means ________. A．the highest layers of branches and leaves B．the underground root systems C．the colorful light decorations D．the strong supporting trunks 5．Which of the following statements is true? A．The OCBC Skyway offers a perfect bird’s eye view of the whole city. B．Tickets for the OCBC Skyway can be purchased on the official website of Gardens by the Bay. C．From November 30 to December 26, visitors have to pay to visit the Supertree Grove. D．Visitors have to buy tickets before 8 p.m. if they want to visit the OCBC Skyway at the ordinary time. 6．The article probably appears in a(n) ________. A．advertisement B．travel guide C．science magazine D．novel 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．A 5．D 6．B 【导语】本文是一篇旅游景点介绍，详细说明了新加坡滨海湾花园超级树（Supertree Grove）及OCBC空中走道的开放时间、门票政策、高峰时段等信息，为游客提供实用参观指南。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段首句“...the Supertree Grove in Gardens by the Bay is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Singapore.”可知，超级树位于新加坡。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“IMPORTANT NOTE”部分“Visitors without a Christmas Wonderland ticket are advised to visit before 3 p.m.”可知，无圣诞仙境票的游客需在下午3点前参观。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据“ADMISSION”部分，成人票价为8新加坡元，儿童（3-12岁）为5新加坡元。一对夫妇带5岁儿子需支付：8×2 + 5 = 21新加坡元。故选D。 4．词句猜测题。根据“provide shade in the day”可知，“canopies”需具备遮阳功能，结合“large”和“giants”的描述，可推断为树木的枝叶层。故选A。 5．细节理解题。根据“OPERATING HOURS”部分中“Last ticket sale and admission: 8 p.m.”可知，在常规时间，游客必须在晚上8点前购票进入OCBC空中步道。故选D。 6．推理判断题。全文围绕旅游景点的开放时间、门票、注意事项等实用信息展开，符合旅游指南的特征。故选B。 Name: Ian Age: 16  Born in: U.K. Languages: English, Spanish, German My name is Ian. I was born in Hereford, England. It is a beautiful city near Wales. I have a wide range of interests, but I am especially interested in history, classical music, literature (文学) and politics. I am a member of my school’s debate team. In my free time, I like singing and playing the violin. I also enjoy learning about different cultures. I would love to find a pen pal who shares similar interests. I don’t mind where he or she lives. I would hope to communicate as frequently as possible. Name: Lois Age: 17  Born in: U.K. Languages: English, French Hi, my name is Lois. I live in central London and I love my neighborhood. Somehow, I think I am a nerd (书呆子). I just enjoy learning new things. I like reading books, especially novels. My favorite novel is The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. I would love to meet someone to whom I can write regularly. I am trying to improve my French, so I would love to meet someone from France. I plan to travel to France sometime, so it would be great to have a friend to meet up with. Name: Betty Age: 16  Born in: U.S. Languages: English I’m Betty. I live in the countryside of Pennsylvania and I go to a small school. Life here is usually boring, but we have carnivals (狂欢节) in the fall. They are cool. I live with my parents and my dog, Bruno. I don’t have any siblings, but I grew up with a lot of cousins. By the way, Sara, one of my cousins, is extremely afraid of dogs! I really like writing and drawing. I also enjoy 80s movies, especially sci-fi movies. I have wanted to find a penfriend for many years. I hope to communicate at least once a month. 1．What does Ian like doing in his free time? A．Playing the piano. B．Singing and playing the violin. C．Reading novels. D．Drawing pictures. 2．Where does Lois live? A．In Hereford. B．In Pennsylvania. C．In London. D．In France. 3．If you would like to find a penfriend that likes animals, who can you write a letter to? A．Ian. B．Lois. C．Betty. D．Sara. 4．The underlined phrase “a wide range of” in the material means “________”. A．a few kinds of B．many different kinds of C．too few D．a small number of 5．Which of the following statements is false? A．The three teenagers have different hobbies and interests. B．Lois will go to France someday in the future. C．Betty has never had a pen pal before. D．Ian wants to find a penfriend living in the UK. 6．Where can you probably find this article? A．On the Internet. B．In a research paper. C．In a story book. D．In a travel journal. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．D 6．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了三位青少年 (Ian、Lois、Betty) 的个人信息、兴趣爱好及笔友需求。 1．细节理解题。根据Name: Ian中“In my free time, I like singing and playing the violin.”可知，Ian的爱好是唱歌和拉小提琴。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据Name: Lois中“Hi, my name is Lois. I live in central London...”可知，Lois的居住地是伦敦。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据Name: Betty中“I live with my parents and my dog, Bruno...”可知，Betty和父母及狗狗Bruno一起生活，推测Betty喜欢动物。故选C。 4．词句猜测题。根据Name: Ian中“a wide range of interests, but I am especially interested in history, classical music, literature (文学) and politics.”可知，我对历史、古典音乐、文学和政治特别感兴趣，故推断划线短语意为“多种多样的”。故选B。 5．推理判断题。根据Name: Ian中“I don’t mind where he or she lives.”可知，Ian对笔友的居住地无要求，D项“Ian想找一位住在英国的笔友”与原文矛盾。故选D。 6．推理判断题。文章内容为三位青少年寻找笔友的个人介绍，最可能出现在网络平台 (如笔友匹配网站)。故选A。 Welcome to Sanwan Wild Animal Park Visiting Time: Mar.—Nov.: 8:00—17:00 Dec.—Feb.(next year): 8:30—16:30 Animal Show Time: Mar.—Nov.: 8:15—16:30 Dec.—Feb .(next year): 8:45—16:00 Sightseeing Bus Running Time: Mar.—Nov.: 8:30—16:00 Dec.—Feb. (next year): 9:00—15:30 IMPORTANT  NOTICE Tourists should enter the park with tickets, children under 6 years old and children below 1.3 m can get free tickets, and students from 6 years old to 18 years old can get half-price tickets. Take care of animals and plants. Do not frighten or catch animals. If you want to feed some animals, you need to get animals food in our convenient stores. You also can’t move and damage various public facilities (设施) in the park, or bring pets and other living animals to the park. Passenger cars with more than 40 seats can be directly driven into the vehicle sightseeing area. Cars driven into this area must be kept in a good condition. Tourists are prohibited from opening windows, stopping on the way or getting off your cars, or you will take full responsibilities in case of accidents. We provide visitors parking spaces but we are not responsible for storing properties (财物) in cars. So, we strongly suggest you carry all your valuables with you. Wheelchairs and umbrellas are available to all tourists for free at the main gate. 1．People can watch the first Animal Show at ________ if they visit the park in April. A．8:00 B．8:15 C．8:45 D．8:30 2．If Tommy and his 5-year-old son want to visit the park, ________. A．they don’t need any tickets B．they should buy two tickets C．they only need to buy one ticket D．they can get two free tickets 3．You cannot do the following thing, except ________. A．bringing your dog to the park B．playing a trick on animals C．driving a mini-van into the park D．feeding animals in the park 4．The underlined “prohibited” is the closest in meaning to ________. A．planned B．protected C．not invited D．not allowed 5．After reading the information above, people will know more about ________. A．the rules and services B．animals in the park C．price of different types of tickets D．different sightseeing areas 6．Where can people most likely see the information above? A．Local paper. B．Sports magazine. C．Official website of the park. D．Vehicle sightseeing areas. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．D 5．A 6．C 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了三湾野生动物公园的开放时间、动物表演时间、观光巴士运行时间以及游客须知等内容。 1．细节理解题。根据“Animal Show Time: Mar.—Nov.: 8:15—16:30”可知，4月份属于3月至11月期间，第一场动物表演的时间是8:15。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“children under 6 years old and children below 1.3 m can get free tickets”可知，Tommy的儿子5岁，可以免费入园，因此他们只需要购买一张成人票。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“If you want to feed some animals, you need to get animals food in our convenient stores”可知，游客可以在公园内喂食动物，但需要从便利商店购买动物食品。因此，喂食动物是允许的。故选D。 4．词义猜测题。根据“Tourists are prohibited from opening windows, stopping on the way or getting off your cars, or you will take full responsibilities in case of accidents.”可知，禁止游客开窗、中途停车或下车，否则一旦发生事故，责任自负。由此猜测，“prohibited”意为“禁止”，与“not allowed”意思相近。故选D。 5．主旨大意题。文章主要介绍了三湾野生动物公园的开放时间、动物表演时间、观光巴士运行时间以及游客须知等内容。因此阅读以上信息后，人们会对规则和服务有更多的了解。故选A。 6．推理判断题。文章内容涉及公园的开放时间、服务设施、游客须知等，最可能出现在公园的官方网站上。故选C。 If you’ve ever been to a Chinese restaurant, you’ve most likely received a fortune cookies at the end of your meal. Fortune cookies are small, hard golden cookies. But there’s one thing that makes them special: They’re folded (折) into a butterfly shape to create a pocket holding a “fortune”, a short message about your future. The finger-sized fortunes contain just about everything from sayings to advice. Often, they are written in both English and Chinese, and may have happy faces on them. The history of when and by whom fortune cookies are first made is a bit murky. Most people believe that they were created by a Japanese man named Makoto Hagiwara in 1914. However, many still hold the idea that they were invented by a man named David Jung, who owned a noodle company. He put passages and handed them out to jobless men near his bakery in 1918. So how did they put the fortunes inside the cookies? In fact, the process is very simple. The cookies are baked as flat circles. After the cookies are taken out of the oven, pieces of paper are folded and then put inside while the cookies are still warm and soft. As the cookies cool, they harden into shape (硬化成形). In 1974, the way of making fortune cookies changed forever. Edward Louie, the owner of a fortune cookie company, invented a machine that could place the fortune and fold the cookie. In 1980, Yong Lee created a new type of cookie machine and it could make cookies automatically (自动). It’s called the Fortune III. Now fortune cookie machines like the Kitamura FCM-8006W can make up to 8,000 cookies in an hour! In some countries, fortune cookies have been a popular culture. People create their own fortune cookies to send funny messages to friends and family-and sometimes to even propose marriage (求婚)! They are also used in some business activities for advertisements. 1．________ makes fortune cookies special on the meal table. A．The size B．The taste C．The way they are cooked D．The things inside them 2．The underlined word “murky” in paragraph 3 probably means ________. A．unclear B．funny C．boring D．strange 3．The fortunes are placed inside the cookies ________. A．when the cookies are served B．before the cookies are baked C．when the cookies are still warm D．after the cookies have cooled down 4．The first man to make fortune cookies with a machine was ________. A．David Jung B．Edward Louie C．Makoto Hagiwara D．Yong Lee 5．The last paragraph mainly talks about ________. A．the different ways of making fortune cookies B．the different advertisements for fortune cookies C．the different situations where fortune cookies can be used D．the different meanings of fortune cookies in different cultures 6．According to the passage, what can we learn about fortune cookies? A．They are part of Japanese food culture. B．They are believed to have been invented in the 20th century. C．They are made into a butterfly shape to look good. D．They are usually served in restaurants at the start of a meal. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．C 6．B 【导语】本文介绍了幸运饼干的特征、起源争议、制作过程演变及文化应用。 1．细节理解题。根据“But there’s one thing that makes them special: They’re folded into a butterfly shape to create a pocket holding a ‘fortune’...”可知，幸运饼干的特殊之处在于内部折叠的 “签语”，而非大小、味道或烹饪方式。故选D。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Most people believe that they were created by a Japanese man...However, many still hold the idea that they were invented by a man named David Jung” 可知，幸运饼干的起源存在两种不同说法，尚无定论，由此推断 “murky” 意为 “不明确的”，与 “unclear” 同义。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“pieces of paper are folded and then put inside while the cookies are still warm and soft” 可知，签语是在饼干仍温热柔软时放入的，故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“Edward Louie...invented a machine that could place the fortune and fold the cookie” 可知，Edward Louie是首位发明机器制作幸运饼干的人，故选B。 5．主旨大意题。根据“In some countries, fortune cookies have been a popular culture.”及通读最后一段可知，此段列举了幸运饼干在 “个人社交（如求婚）” 和 “商业活动（如广告）” 中的应用场景，重点强调其使用场景的多样性，故选C。 6．细节理解题。根据“Most people believe that they were created by a Japanese man named Makoto Hagiwara in 1914.”和“He put passages and handed them out to jobless men near his bakery in 1918.”可知，此段提到发明时间为1914年或1918年，均属于20 世纪，故选B。 Welcome to our online forum (论坛) discussion. In today’s digital age, more and more families are on social media platforms (平台) to share their lives and experiences. Here some views from our forum participants (参与者) about this topic. ProInfluencer: Hello, everyone! As a family social media influencer myself, I believe there are many great things about it. Firstly, by sharing our daily routines, challenges, and wins, we create content (内容) that people really care about. It’s like making a big family community. Secondly, our content gives information, advice and ideas to help them with things like being a parent, running a business, or cooking. Concerned Parent: I get why it’s fun, but I worry about privacy (隐私). When families share every aspect of their lives online, especially when it involves children. It might put their privacy and safety in danger. Sharing too much can be risky, and kids might not realize how posting their lives online can affect them in the future. ________ I see both sides of the coin. On one side, family social media influencers usually show a perfect picture of their family life. This can make their followers feel like their own lives aren’t good enough, because they compare them to the “perfect” pictures online. On the other side, these influencers can also inspire (激励) and encourage their audience by sharing happy experiences and what they do every day. Family First: While I enjoy the education and inspiration that family social media influencers provide, I worry about how it affects family life. When families always take pictures and share everything they do, it can take up a lot of time. It might make family members feel like they need to make good content instead of just enjoying time together. We shouldn’t let trying to be popular online take away from the real love and fun we have as a family. 1．“Prolnfluencer” refers to someone who ________. A．doesn’t like social media influencers B．supports being a family social media influencer C．thinks social media is neither good nor bad D．is worried about social media influencers 2．Concerned Parent believes that a possible danger of sharing family life online is ________. A．it makes people feel like their own lives aren’t good enough B．it takes up too much family time C．it could endanger the privacy and safety of children D．it makes families focus too much on creating content 3．The name for the third participant could be ________. A．Balanced Viewer B．Social Fan C．Perfect Parent D．Daily Sharer 4．According to Family First, ________ should come first. A．creating good content for social media B．showing a perfect picture of family life C．protecting children’s privacy online D．spending quality time together as a family 5．Which post do most people reply to? A．ProInfluencer. B．Concerned Parent. C．The third participant. D．Family First. 6．The forum discussion is mainly about ________. A．how to become a famous social media influencer B．why families should stop using social media C．the different opinions on families sharing their lives online D．how social media helps children become more confident 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．D 5．A 6．C 【导语】本文是一篇论坛讨论，体裁为议论文。主要围绕家庭在社交媒体上分享生活的利弊展开，呈现了四位参与者的不同观点 (支持、担忧、中立权衡、家庭优先)。 1．细节理解题。根据“As a family social media influencer myself, I believe there are many great things about it…”可知，ProInfluencer以家庭社交媒体博主身份支持这种行为，并列举了其好处 (如建立社区、提供建议等)。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“It might put their privacy and safety in danger…especially when it involves children”可知，Concerned Parent认为分享儿童生活可能危及隐私和安全。故选C。 3．推理判断题。第三位参与者未署名，但其观点提到“I see both sides of the coin…”，既指出完美形象可能引发焦虑，也承认其激励作用，体现中立权衡的态度。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段“We shouldn’t let trying to be popular online take away from the real love and fun we have as a family”可知，Family First认为家庭共度时光应优先于创作内容。故选D。 5．推理判断题。论坛讨论中，ProInfluencer是第一个发言者，后文其他参与者均围绕其观点展开反驳或补充 (如Concerned Parent针对隐私问题、Family First针对时间分配问题)，因此可推断ProInfluencer的帖子最可能是讨论的起点。故选A。 6．主旨大意题。全文通过四位参与者的发言，呈现了对家庭分享社交媒体生活的不同态度 (支持、担忧、中立、家庭优先)，选项C全面概括主题。故选C。 Citizens from 38 countries, including Australia, New Zealand and others, can enjoy a 30-day visa-free (免签) stay until Dec. 31, 2025. Additionally, citizens from 54 countries, such as the US, UK, Canada and Russia, can benefit from a 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit (中转) in China. You can start planning your trip to China now! We will give you a special private tour of China that is just right for you. China, with its long history and rich geography, may be on your dream list. Below are six easy steps for planning a first China tour using our first-hand knowledge. We have started our service in China since 1998 and have experience creating over 100,000 China tours, most of which were for families and couples. Ready to explore China like a local? Let’s get started! (Click the links below for more details.) ■1. Choose Where to Visit in China    ■2. Decide How Long to Spend in China ■3. Consider When to Travel to China     ■4. Plan Your Budget for China Trip ■5. Choose Your Travel Style in China     ■6. Understand China’s Visa Rules China Travel Guide Where to Go? Top Three Destinations:         Best experiences: Beijing         Measure the length of the Great Wall step by step. Shanghai         Time-travel on the Bund. Xi’an         Unlock secrets of the Terracotta Army (兵马俑). When to travel? Trip Cost? Air tickets from the US or Europe to China:around ￥5,200 to ￥8,000 for an economy round trip (Half price for Children)Private tour: around ￥600-800 per person per day around ￥1500 per day for family tickets (2 Adults + 2 Children) 1．Citizens from 38 countries can stay __________ in China without a visa until December 31, 2025. A．10 days B．30 days C．60 days D．90 days 2．When people visit China, they can have the following experiences EXCEPT ________. A．walking along the Great Wall and measuring its length B．discovering the mysteries of the Terracotta Army in Xi’an C．creating private China tours for families and couples D．exploring the history of the Bund in Shanghai through Time-travel 3．If you don’t want to spend too much on your trip, which link can probably help you? A．Understand China’s Visa Rules B．Decide How Long to Spend in China C． Plan Your Budget for China Trip D．Choose Your Travel Style in China 4．Mary wants to travel to China in pleasant weather, and she would like to avoid crowds. She had better go for a trip in _________. A．February B．March C．September D．December 5．Mr Smith plans to fly from America to China with his wife and two children. They would like to book a seven-day private tour in China. How much need they spend at least? A．￥10,500 B．￥15,700 C．￥26,100 D．￥31,300 6．The main purpose of the material is to _________. A．explain China’s visa rules in detail B．compare different ways of traveling in China C．give people first-hand knowledge about Chinese history D．attract foreigners to book special private tours of China 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．C 5．C 6．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了如何规划在中国的私人旅游，包括选择参观地点、决定旅游时长、考虑旅游时间、规划旅游预算、选择旅游方式以及了解中国的签证规则等。 1．细节理解题。根据“Citizens from 38 countries, including Australia, New Zealand and others, can enjoy a 30-day visa-free (免签) stay until Dec. 31, 2025.”可知，来自38个国家的公民可以无签证在中国停留30天。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Measure the length of the Great Wall step by step.”、“Time-travel on the Bund.”和“Unlock secrets of the Terracotta Army (兵马俑).”可知，文章并未提及“为家庭和情侣提供私人中国游”。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“4. Plan Your Budget for China Trip”可知，如果不想在旅行中花费太多，可以点击第四个链接，即“Plan Your Budget for China Trip”。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“When to travel?”部分中的内容可知，二月和三月属于中国的冬季，天气可能比较寒冷，而十二月接近中国的春节，游客可能会比较多，此时去中国旅行可能不太符合玛丽想在天气好的时候去中国旅行且想避开人群的要求；而九月属于中国的秋季，此时天气比较凉爽且舒适，并且不是中国的旅游高峰期，游客相对较少，所以此时去中国旅行可能符合玛丽的要求。故选C。 5．推理判断题。此处费用包括机票费和私人旅游费；根据“Trip Cost?”部分中内容可知，机票最低是5200元，儿童半价，史密斯一家是两个成人和两个儿童，因此机票费最低一共是5200+5200+2600+2600=15600元；私人旅游费选择家庭票，每天1500元，则7天一共是10500元。因此他们最低花费15600+10500=26100元。故选C。 6．推理判断题。通读全文可知，本文主要介绍了如何规划在中国的私人旅游，包括选择参观地点、决定旅游时长、考虑旅游时间、规划旅游预算、选择旅游方式以及了解中国的签证规则等，因此本文的主要目的是吸引外国人预订中国的特殊私人旅游。故选D。 The following news reports are about the big events that happened last week. Idlib, Syria Olympics held in tents Children living in refugee camps in Syria have held their version of the Olympic Games. A refugee is a person who has had to leave their home because of war or the threat of violence. Around 120 children from 12 camps took part in the Tent Olympics in the city of Idlib. Events included the high jump and volleyball. Walid Mohammed al-Hassan, aged 12, told AI Jazeera news, “We had such fun.” New Delhi, India Bus brings school to students Buses in India’s capital, New Delhi, are being used to teach children who cannot study at home. Each weekday, four buses visit poorer areas and around 50 children get on for lessons and meals. The project is run by Tejas Asia, a group that provides education to poorer children. Ten-year-old Azmira said, “The teachers are very good.” Sydney, Australia Planting a tree in every garden Every new house in some neighbourhoods of Sydney, Australia, will have to have a tree in the garden and a pale roof. The rules were introduced by the local authorities to help the environment. Unlike pale roofs, dark roofs retain heat, which raises the temperature in the area and means lots of power has to be used to cool houses in the summer. Spain Blue whales return After more than 40 years without a sighting, blue whales are returning to Spain’s Atlantic coast. Blue whales are the world’s largest animals and several of them have been spotted by researchers in Spanish waters since 2022. Another blue whale was sighted in August this year, leading scientists to suggest that the animals were changing their long-term habits and starting to come back. 1．In Syria, about 120 children took part in the Tent Olympics and ________. A．had to leave their home B．enjoyed themselves C．watched the Olympic Games D．visited poorer areas 2．The second piece of news is mainly about ________ in India. A．how bus brings students to school B．how children study at home each weekday C．children who drive the four buses D．the project to help children in poor areas 3．In Sydney, people are asked to have a tree in the garden and a pale roof so as to ________. A．protect the environment B．raise the temperature C．use power to cool a house D．keep heat in summer 4．The underlined word “retain” in the third piece of news probably means“________”. A．reduce B．feel C．keep D．test 5．The last piece of news from Spain tells us that ________. A．blue whales haven’t been seen in Spanish waters for more than 40 years B．blue whales have lived in the Spanish Atlantic coast for almost 40 years C．a very large animal was returned to Spain by leading scientists in August D．scientists are studying blue whales and have found their long-term habits 6．The best title for the reading material above might be ________. A．Olympics held in tents B．Around the world C．Whales and environment D．For lessons and meals 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．C 5．D 6．B 【导语】本文是新闻报道，讲述了上周发生的全球重大事件。 1．细节理解题。根据“Around 120 children from 12 camps took part in the Tent Olympics in the city of Idlib. Events included the high jump and volleyball. Walid Mohammed al-Hassan, aged 12, told AI Jazeera news, ‘We had such fun.’ ”可知，在Syria的孩子们参与了一个奥林匹克活动并享受了乐趣。故选B。 2．主旨大意题。根据“Each weekday, four buses visit poorer areas and around 50 children get on for lessons and meals. The project is run by Tejas Asia,a group that provides education to poorer children. Ten-year-old Azmira said, ‘The teachers are very good.’ ”可知，新德里的新闻重点在于一项帮助贫困地区孩子的教育项目，即用公交车来教授学生。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“Every new house in some neighbourhoods of Sydney, Australia, will have to have a tree in the garden and a pale roof. The rules were introduced by the local authorities to help the environment.”可知，悉尼的规则要求新房子有树和浅色屋顶，是因为要保护环境。故选A。 4．词义猜测题。根据“Unlike pale roofs, dark roofs retain heat, which raises the temperature in the area and means lots of power has to be used to cool houses in the summer.”可知，深色屋顶会保留热量，从而提高该地区的温度，意味着在夏天必须使用大量电力来给房屋降温。故划线单词“retain”意为“保留”，与“keep”意思相近。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据“After more than 40 years without a sighting, blue whales are returning to Spain’s Atlantic coast...Another blue whale was sighted in August this year, leading scientists to suggest that the animals were changing their long-term habits and starting to come back.”可知，科学家正在研究蓝鲸并发现它们开始重返西班牙海域，并发现了它们的长期习惯。故选D。 6．最佳标题题。本文是新闻报道，讲述了上周发生的全球重大事件。故最佳标题为：世界各地。故选B。 Oceans cover two-thirds of our Earth. There are five main oceans which all flow into each other: the Arctic Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean, the Pacific Ocean and the Southern Ocean. What are the Layers of the Ocean? Oceans are made of five layers or depths. Each layer has different characteristics (特点), such as the temperature and the amount of light. They have unique creatures (独特的生物) living within them. The Sunlight Zone-up to 200m below the surface of the ocean There is plenty of sunlight and heat in this zone although both decrease (减少) as you go deeper. There are many different living things within this layer, including seaweed, dolphins, fish, and coral reefs. Humans enjoy this warm layer for activities such as swimming and fishing. The Twilight Zone-up to 1,000m below the surface of the ocean Only weak sunlight reaches this deeper layer. No plants grow within this layer. It is home to sea animals which often have large eyes, including the sea cucumber, the wolf eel, the swordfish and the octopus. Humans can dive to this layer wearing protective suits. The Midnight Zone-up to 4,000m below the surface of the ocean The Midnight Zone is pitch-black because sunlight cannot reach this layer. Some light can be seen from creatures that make their own light, such as anglerfish, jelly fish and viperfish. Abyss-up to 6,000m below the surface of the ocean The sunlight cannot reach this layer at all, so it is pitch-black and near freezing. Very few creatures live here, but those that do are mainly transparent (透明的), blind invertebrates (无脊椎动物), such as lanternfish, squid and amphipod. The Trenches-up to 11,000m below the surface of the ocean The Trenches are narrow, underwater valleys of the ocean floor which have high pressure and near-freezing temperature. There is no natural light in this zone, but different creatures can be found, such as sea stars. 1．Which of the following pictures about ocean layers is correct? A． B． C． D． 2．________ is a must-have if someone wants to explore the Twilight Zone. A．Sunscrean (防晒霜) B．A fishing rod C．A strong underwater light D．A waterproof (防水的) bag 3．The underlined word “pitch-black” most probably means “________”. A．warm and bright B．light grey C．deep blue D．totally dark 4．According to the passage, sunlight can get to ________. A．the Twilight Zone B．Abyss C．the Trenches D．the Midnight Zone 5．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Plants and living things can be found in each ocean layer. B．Animals with large eyes can often be found in the Midnight Zone. C．Humans are able to freely explore most of the ocean layers without any equipment. D．Neither the temperature nor the amount of sunlight is the same in each ocean layer. 6．The main purpose of this article is to ________. A．recommend a new kind of underwater sport B．introduce the structure and biology of the ocean C．share personal stories of deep-sea adventures D．compare different oceans around the world 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．D 4．A 5．D 6．B 【导语】本文主要介绍海洋的五个层的特点和存在的生物。 1．细节理解题。根据“The Sunlight Zone-up to 200m below the surface of the ocean”可知，阳光区——海平面以下200米的地方，排除AD；根据“The Midnight Zone-up to 4,000m below the surface of the ocean”可知，午夜区深达海面以下4000米，排除B，故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据“Only weak sunlight reaches this deeper layer.”可知，只有微弱的阳光才能到达这层深层。所以如果想要进入Twilight Zone，强烈的水下光线是必要的。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据“The Midnight Zone is pitch-black because sunlight cannot reach this layer.”可知，光无法到达这一层，所以是漆黑一片，故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据“The Twilight Zone-up to 1,000m below the surface of the ocean Only weak sunlight reaches this deeper layer.”可知，阳光可以到达Twilight Zone，故选A。 5．细节理解题。根据“Each layer has different characteristics (特点), such as the temperature and the amount of light.”可知，每一层都有不同的特性，比如温度和光照量。故选D。 6．主旨大意题。本文主要介绍海洋的五个层的特点和存在的生物，故选B。 Hello, readers! As a technology lover, I had the exciting chance to attend the launch events for both the new Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Mate XTs this year. After seeing them up close, I am here to share my thoughts and help you understand what makes these two phones special. It’s amazing how different they are, each with unique strengths. This comparison will focus on their design, key features, and who might benefit most from using them. Let’s dive into the details to see which one could be your next perfect device. The Apple iPhone 17 feels like a big step forward in artificial intelligence. Its new “A18 Mind” chip is designed to learn from your behavior. For instance, if it notices you always go for a run after work, it might prepare your favorite workout playlist and check the weather for you. This smart technology also manages the phone’s battery in a very smart way making it last much longer under normal use. Another key improvement is the support for 6G networks, which allows you to download large files almost instantly. The phone’s design is also sleeker, with a brighter screen that is easier to read outdoors. However, all these amazing features come with a very high price, which might be a problem for some students and young people. Additionally, while the AI is helpful, it requires sharing more personal data, which some users may worry about.   On the other hand, the Huawei Mate XTs offers a completely different experience with its revolutionary foldable screen. When unfolded, it provides a large, beautiful display that is perfect for reading digital books, watching movies, or even working on documents side-by-side. The screen is so smooth that you can hardly see the fold in the middle. Huawei also improved the camera system significantly. It performs exceptionally well in low-light conditions, capturing bright and clear photos at night or indoors. The battery life is also impressive, lasting a full day even with heavy use. While its price is still high, it is generally more affordable than the new iPhone, offering great value for a device with such a large, high-quality screen. Some users might find the folded phone a bit thick, but most agree the large screen is worth it. So, what is the conclusion? Your choice really depends on your lifestyle and what you need from a phone. The iPhone 17 acts like a thoughtful, intelligent assistant that tries to make your daily life easier. In contrast, the Huawei Mate XTs serves as a powerful and versatile (多功能的) mini-tablet that is great for entertainment and work. Both are excellent examples of modern technology moving in exciting, though different, directions. If you love Al and speed, choose the iPhone. If you prefer a big screen for fun and work, the Huawei is better. No matter which you pick, both phones show how far technology has come. 1．What is the writer’s main purpose of writing this passage? A．To tell a personal experience of meeting with two phones. B．To show the common features of the two phones. C．To introduce two new phones for user’s preference. D．To suggest a lifestyle with or without a modern phone. 2．One key advantage of the iPhone 17 is ________. A．its battery that goes long B．a larger screen for people to enjoy C．the reasonable price even for students D．camera pictures in good quality 3．The word “revolutionary” in Paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________. A．very old-fashioned but traditional B．completely new and changing C．somewhat supportive and beautiful D．much more convenient than before 4．Paragraph 3 probably highlights ________ of the Huawei Mate XTs. A．the screen B．the camera C．the price D．the packaging 5．What does a person mainly consider when choosing between the two new phones? A．The all-rounded functions of each. B．The working system of entertainment. C．The expectations from each for his life. D．The speed of working efficiency. 6．Where can we probably find this passage? A．In a technology company report. B．In a textbook of a science course. C．On a personal tech blog website. D．In a product advertisement in a magazine. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．A 5．C 6．C 【导语】本文是一篇个人科技测评短文，作者以亲身经历介绍并对比苹果iPhone 17与华为Mate XTs的特点，帮助读者根据需求做出选择。 1．主旨大意题。根据“Hello, readers! As a technology lover, I had the exciting chance to attend the launch events for both the new Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Mate XTs this year.”可知，作者写这篇文章的主要目的是根据用户喜好推出两款新手机。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“This smart technology also manages the phone’s battery in a very smart way making it last much longer under normal use.”可知，iPhone 17的一个关键优势是它的电池续航时间很长。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据“When unfolded, it provides a large, beautiful display that is perfect for reading digital books, watching movies, or even working on documents side-by-side. The screen is so smooth that you can hardly see the fold in the middle. Huawei also improved the camera system significantly. It performs exceptionally well in low-light conditions, capturing bright and clear photos at night or indoors.”可知，这里的revolutionary是“completely new and changing”的意思。故选B。 4．段落大意题。根据“On the other hand, the Huawei Mate XTs offers a completely different experience with its revolutionary foldable screen.”可知，第3段可能突出了华为Mate XTs的屏幕。故选A。 5．细节理解题。根据“Your choice really depends on your lifestyle and what you need from a phone.”可知，一个人在选择两款新手机时主要考虑每个人对自己生活的期望。故选C。 6．推理判断题。根据“Hello, readers! As a technology lover, I had the exciting chance to attend the launch events for both the new Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Mate XTs this year.”可知，我们可能在个人科技博客网站上找到这段文字。故选C。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 期末复习之阅读理解15篇 （期末考试热点话题） 本资料共15篇专题训练，从上到下按照难度分层训练 题号 难度 知识点 1 较易 周末活动,应用文,意见/建议 2 较易 时文/广告/布告,应用文 3 较易 时文/广告/布告,应用文 4 较易 意见/建议,说明文 5 较易 景点/建筑,应用文 6 适中 时文/广告/布告,假日活动,应用文 7 适中 景点/建筑,时文/广告/布告,应用文 8 适中 个人信息,应用文 9 适中 时文/广告/布告,应用文 10 适中 食物,科普知识,说明文 11 适中 网络的利弊,议论文 12 适中 旅行,时文/广告/布告,说明文 13 适中 国际事务,新闻报道 14 较难 科普知识,说明文 15 较难 科学技术,说明文 Annie 7 May It’s Sunday afternoon. The last hours of the weekend before school starts again. This time is valuable, but I’m sitting here with nothing to do and no money to spend! So I need ideas for things to do. Important: they need to be fun and free. I’m asking for help because time is running out! Austin 08 (5 minutes ago) Go for a walk. I always go for a walk on Sunday. I like going on my own. It’s the perfect time to think about all the things I don’t normally have time to think about and I never think about things I need to do. I like forgetting all about them just for a few hours every week. Monster Munch 4342 (20 minutes ago) I’m writing my weekly poetry blog post. Well, I was—now I’m writing to you. I upload a post every Sunday. At the moment, I’m finishing poem number 15. Five more to go! Maybe you don’t want to write a poem or even a blog, so try a story. Go on—use your imagination! Cool 656 Carl (25 minutes ago) I’m lucky. I live in Liverpool and we have the best museums and they’re all free. They’re too big for just one visit, so one Sunday every month I go and check out a different room. Today it’s the insect room—I want to see what unusual bugs they have! Silly Milly (32 minutes ago) Read something. Sunday is my reading day. I read for at least four hours on a Sunday—books, magazines, websites, newspapers—anything. It’s free and best of all—you can do it anywhere. And sometimes, when I’m really lucky, Dad brings me a drink, too. 1．What does Austin 08 usually do on Sunday? A．Write poetry blogs. B．Visit museums. C．Go for a walk alone. D．Read books for four hours. 2．Monster Munch 4342 is currently writing ________. A．a story about insects B．his 15th poem C．a newspaper article D．a blog post about museums 3．Why does Cool 656 Carl suggest visiting museums? A．They are cheap and small. B．They offer free drinks. C．They are near his home. D．They have free admission. 4．What does Silly Milly enjoy MOST about reading on Sundays? A．Reading for four hours. B．Getting drinks from her dad. C．Being able to read anywhere. D．Reading different materials. 5．What do ALL four responders have in common? A．They spend Sundays with family. B．They suggest free activities. C．They write creative stories. D．They visit museums monthly. 6．The phrase “time is running out” in Annie’s post means ________. A．the weekend is ending soon B．she has too much free time C．she missed an appointment D．school has been canceled Voicemail greetings Message 1 Hi, this is Paul Jenkins of Sandown Publishing. I’m sorry, but I’m not available to answer your call at the moment. Please leave your name, number and a message after the tone, and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours. Message 2 You have reached the offices of Marks & Collins. We are currently closed. Our normal hours of business are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday. Please leave a message with your name and number and we’ll return your call when the office reopens. Alternatively, you could send us an e-mail at marks.collins @verify.com. Message 3 Hello, you’ve reached Pete Dawson. I’ll be out of the office from March 21 until April 7. You can call me when I return or leave a brief message. If this is an emergency, I can be reached on my mobile phone, which is 639205489, that’s 639205489. Message 4 Good afternoon, this is James Smith. Erm, I’m not in at the moment, but I’ll be back soon. Please, erm, please leave a brief message with your contact information, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. Erm, if this is an emergency, erm, please call my colleague. Message 5 Good morning. You’ve reached the voicemail of Harvey Bates, personal coach with a smile. Today is March 1. Please leave a message with your name and contact information. Before you go, here’s my motivational quote of the day: “The time is always right to do what is right.” Martin Luther King Junior Have a great day. Message 6 You have reached Pilton International. All of our sales representatives (销售代表) are busy serving other customers but we would like to return your call as soon as possible. For current pricing information or to check the status of your order, please go to www.pilton.com. Or, leave us a message with your name and number after the tone, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. 1．How many messages include contact information? A．One. B．Two. C．Four. D．Three. 2．The underlined word “Alternatively” in Message 2 can be replaced by ________. A．Or B．Therefore C．By contrast D．In addition 3．What time could it be when the caller hears Message 2? A．8 a.m. B．1 p.m. C．5 p.m. D．10 a.m. 4．What happens to Pete Dawson? A．He has quit his job. B．He will not be in his office on March 20. C．He can’t be reached by any means during March 21 to April 7. D．He can be reached on his cell phone while he is away from his office. 5．We can know from Message 5 that Harvey Bates is a(n) ________ person. A．rude B．positive C．impatient D．ambitious 6．If you can’t get the information you want on the phone from Pilton International, you can ________. A．do nothing B．hold on until someone answers your call C．complain to the company’s sales representatives D．leave your information and wait for the company to call back dearMars ProjectThe first civilian mission to Mars is planned to take place in 2040. It’s a chance for the common people to fly to Mars. The rocket will make a month-long journey to Mars and back. In 2020, a secret businessman purchased all the seats aboard the rocket. Wishing to give as many talented people as possible the opportunity to go, he plans to take 10 crew members to go with him from across the world. He will choose those who will improve “whatever activity” they are into by going to space and who are willing and able to support other crew member. Pre-registration online-by August 4th 8:00 p. m. Click here! Everyone who pre-registers will receive an e-mail about the selection process. Initial Screening (材料审查)-by August 10th 8:00 p. m. Assignment A particular task will be given Online Interview-by August 20th 8:00 p. m. Final Interview and Medical Checkup-Late August Training and Preparation 1．The dearMars Project is a mission open up to ______. A．astronauts B．the public C．scientists D．businessmen 2．According to the plan, the crew will probably spend ______ in the rocket. A．1 month B．1 year C．10 years D．20 years 3．Applicants (申请人) will know about the selection process ______. A．from the website B．through online interview C．by e-mail D．on the phone 4．By August 20th, the dearMars Project has completed ______ step(s). A．1 B．3 C．4 D．6 5．Which of the following is NOT necessary for the applicant? A．Being physically healthy. B．Knowing different languages. C．Having a good team spirit. D．Doing well in a certain field. 6．The text above is ______. A．a page from a guidebook to space travel B．an online training course in space flight C．a piece of news released by the government D．an advertisement for the dearMars Project Finally, you finish all your work 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 people are spending too much time in front of screens. 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? 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. 1．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. 2．Which of the following best explains the meaning of the underlined sentence in the text? A． B． C． D． 3．What does the underlined word “They” refer to? A．Screens. B．Research. C．Eye drops. D．Blue light blocking glasses. 4．According to the passage, what should people do before wearing blue light blocking glasses? A．Check if they look cool enough. B．Ask doctors for advice about computer glasses. C．Find out the exact price online. D．Test whether the glasses really block blue light. 5．In which part of a magazine can you read the text? A．Health. B．Sports. C．Culture. D．Travel. 6．What is the text mainly about? A．The reasons for eye tiredness. B．The influence of online work. C．The importance of computer glasses. D．The suggestions about eye protection. To: margaret87 @ hotmail.com Cc: Subject: “Museums of the World” Travel Plan “Museums of the World” Travel Plan Here’s the travel plan for some unusual museums on our “Museums of the World” tour. I’ll send you our plan of the whole journey next week. The Museum of Bad Art shows what it describes as “art too bad to be ignored (忽略)”. The museum hopes to bring the worst of art to the widest possible audience. As part of the visit, we’ll see some truly terrible works of art. The Washington Banana Museum has 4,000 objects inside. They are all connected to the history of bananas. We’ll have a guided tour around the museum. We’ll learn all kinds of interesting facts. For example, bananas were first introduced to the USA in 1878 in the same exhibition as Alexander Graham Bell’s telephone. The banana is now the best-selling fruit in the USA． Now onto Europe — The Hair Museum is located in a huge cave in a European country. It has 16,000 samples (样本) of people’s hair inside. You’ll have a chance to add your own hair to the collection. Later in the year, the museum curator will select 10 people who gave lots of money to the museum to attend a party. If you’re one of them, you’ll be invited to stay in his guest house. The Museu de Carrosses Funebres is a museum of funerals (葬礼). It takes a look at how local people have been transported to their funerals since the 19th century. During the tour, we’ll get a good understanding of how the local people viewed death. Note: For more information about these museums, please check our website: www.startravel.com. If you have any questions about your journey, please call us (2837 0298). 1．The Museum of Bad Art hopes to ________. A．teach people what bad art is B．collect as much bad art as possible C．enable more people to see the worst of art D．show people how different bad art is from real art 2．The underlined word “curator” in The Hair Museum probably means “the person who ________”. A．gives money to the museum B．is in charge of the museum C．works for the museum D．visits the museum 3．Which of the following sentences is TRUE? A．The Hair Museum was built in 1878 in Europe. B．The banana is a popular fruit with a great need in the USA． C．Visitors at the Hair Museum can have an experience of living in a cave. D．Bananas were introduced to the US in the same year as the telephone was invented. 4．If you are interested in local people’s view about death, you can go to visit ________. A．the Hair Museum B．the Museum of Bad Art C．the Washington Banana Museum D．the Museu de Carrosses Funebres 5．Suppose you are making a plan for visiting these unusual museums. You have questions about your departure date. You can ________. A．visit the museum in person B．write a personal letter to Margaret C．make a phone call to 2837 0298 D．check the website www.startravel.com 6．The main purpose of the material is to ________. A．help people have a better understanding of the bad art B．invite visitors to attend a party and stay in the guest house of the museum C．introduce the travel plan for some unusual museums on “Museums of the World” tour D．provide some interesting facts of some unusual objects inside different museums IC’S COOL CAMP We are working on providing the “best” memorable skating camp for all children. We provide a caring, attentive, and supportive environment for skaters to make new friends and improve their skating skills. Camp is available to skaters from beginner to advanced levels. Skaters will be broken down into groups based on their skill level for certain activities. All camp employees are Safe Sport Certified. Ages: Must be between the ages of 5 and 14 to attend PRICING Thanksgiving Full 3-Day: $195.00 Winter Break Full 4-Day: $260.00 Daily Rate: $8.00 per day Full Camp Registration includes IC’s Cool Camp T-Shirt ADD-ONS Daily Lunch: $8.00 per day Before/After Care: $15.00/ hr (1-hour before care, 2-hour after care) Private Lesson with Jr. Coach: $25.00 for 30 minutes ACTIVITIES INCLUDED 1.5 hours on the ice Group on-ice lesson with a figure skating coach Fun off-ice fitness activities Ice skating practice with friends Last-day themed performance-parents invited! WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP Jacket or sweatshirt Water bottle Gloves Extra snacks REFUND (退款) POLICY No refunds after the camp has started, unless injury with a doctor’s note. CONTACT INFORMATION Have more questions on our Skating Camps? Contact our Skating Department! E-mail: Skating@AHCenterice.com Phone: (813) 803-7372 1．The camp divides skaters according to their _________. A．age B．skill level C．performance D．doctor’s note 2．An 8-year-old girl who registers for the Winter Break Full Camp with daily lunch should pay _________. A．$260 B．$268 C．$292 D．$275 3．Skaters can do the following things except _________. A．having private lessons with a camp coach B．practising ice skating with the camp friends C．asking their parents to enjoy their last show D．shaping their figure by taking on-ice lessons 4．The underlined word “advanced” in Paragraph 1 probably means “_________”. A．ahead of time B．out of fashion C．well prepared D．highly trained 5．Which of the following is True according to the passage? A．Tom aged 12 without any experience of skating can join in the camp. B．Lucy who chooses “Daily Rate” can get IC’s Cool Camp T-Shirt. C．John needs to pay $15 if he picks up his son after two hours’ camp care. D．Kitty can get refund because she doesn’t like the skating lessons. 6．We may read the passage in the _________ part of newspaper. A．Travel B．Sport C．Advertisement D．Environment Good Times Await You at the Supertree Grove Measuring between 25 and 50 meters tall, the Supertree Grove in Gardens by the Bay is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Singapore. The large canopies provide shade in the day and come alive with displays of light and sound at night. Stand amidst these iconic giants, or walk along the 22-meter-high OCBC Skyway and enjoy overall views of the Gardens and the Marina Bay skyline. IMPORTANT NOTE ◆ From November 30 to December 26, visitors are required to have a Christmas Wonderland ticket to access the Supertree Grove and the OCBC Skyway from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Visitors without a Christmas Wonderland ticket are advised to visit before 3 p.m. There are also two admission timings to the OCBC Skyway: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (last ticket sale and admission at 2 p.m.) 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. (last ticket sale and admission at 9 p.m.) For more information on Christmas Wonderland, please visit www.gardensbythebay.com. ADMISSION ◆ Admission to the Supertree Grove is free. ◆ Please note that charges apply for the OCBC Skyway: Adult: $8 Senior (≥60 years old): $8 Child (3 to 12 years old): $5 Tickets can be purchased at the Ticketing counters or near the entrance of the OCBC Skyway during the specified operating hours. All prices are in Singapore dollars. OPERATING HOURS ◆ Supertree Grove: 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily ◆ OCBC Skyway: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily Last ticket sale and admission: 8 p.m. Peak hours for the OCBC Skyway are from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily. Longer wait times may be expected. 1．The Supertree Grove is a popular tourist attraction in ________. A．China B．Singapore C．Thailand D．Malaysia 2．If the visitors have no Christmas Wonderland tickets, what is the best time to visit? A．before 5 a.m. B．after 9 a.m. C．before 3 p.m. D．after 2 p.m. 3．A couple want to take their five-year-old son to the OCBC Skyway on New Year’s Day. How much will it cost them? A．16 Singapore dollars. B．13 Singapore dollars. C．15 Singapore dollars. D．21 Singapore dollars. 4．The underlined “canopies” in the first paragraph probably means ________. A．the highest layers of branches and leaves B．the underground root systems C．the colorful light decorations D．the strong supporting trunks 5．Which of the following statements is true? A．The OCBC Skyway offers a perfect bird’s eye view of the whole city. B．Tickets for the OCBC Skyway can be purchased on the official website of Gardens by the Bay. C．From November 30 to December 26, visitors have to pay to visit the Supertree Grove. D．Visitors have to buy tickets before 8 p.m. if they want to visit the OCBC Skyway at the ordinary time. 6．The article probably appears in a(n) ________. A．advertisement B．travel guide C．science magazine D．novel Name: Ian Age: 16  Born in: U.K. Languages: English, Spanish, German My name is Ian. I was born in Hereford, England. It is a beautiful city near Wales. I have a wide range of interests, but I am especially interested in history, classical music, literature (文学) and politics. I am a member of my school’s debate team. In my free time, I like singing and playing the violin. I also enjoy learning about different cultures. I would love to find a pen pal who shares similar interests. I don’t mind where he or she lives. I would hope to communicate as frequently as possible. Name: Lois Age: 17  Born in: U.K. Languages: English, French Hi, my name is Lois. I live in central London and I love my neighborhood. Somehow, I think I am a nerd (书呆子). I just enjoy learning new things. I like reading books, especially novels. My favorite novel is The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. I would love to meet someone to whom I can write regularly. I am trying to improve my French, so I would love to meet someone from France. I plan to travel to France sometime, so it would be great to have a friend to meet up with. Name: Betty Age: 16  Born in: U.S. Languages: English I’m Betty. I live in the countryside of Pennsylvania and I go to a small school. Life here is usually boring, but we have carnivals (狂欢节) in the fall. They are cool. I live with my parents and my dog, Bruno. I don’t have any siblings, but I grew up with a lot of cousins. By the way, Sara, one of my cousins, is extremely afraid of dogs! I really like writing and drawing. I also enjoy 80s movies, especially sci-fi movies. I have wanted to find a penfriend for many years. I hope to communicate at least once a month. 1．What does Ian like doing in his free time? A．Playing the piano. B．Singing and playing the violin. C．Reading novels. D．Drawing pictures. 2．Where does Lois live? A．In Hereford. B．In Pennsylvania. C．In London. D．In France. 3．If you would like to find a penfriend that likes animals, who can you write a letter to? A．Ian. B．Lois. C．Betty. D．Sara. 4．The underlined phrase “a wide range of” in the material means “________”. A．a few kinds of B．many different kinds of C．too few D．a small number of 5．Which of the following statements is false? A．The three teenagers have different hobbies and interests. B．Lois will go to France someday in the future. C．Betty has never had a pen pal before. D．Ian wants to find a penfriend living in the UK. 6．Where can you probably find this article? A．On the Internet. B．In a research paper. C．In a story book. D．In a travel journal. Welcome to Sanwan Wild Animal Park Visiting Time: Mar.—Nov.: 8:00—17:00 Dec.—Feb.(next year): 8:30—16:30 Animal Show Time: Mar.—Nov.: 8:15—16:30 Dec.—Feb .(next year): 8:45—16:00 Sightseeing Bus Running Time: Mar.—Nov.: 8:30—16:00 Dec.—Feb. (next year): 9:00—15:30 IMPORTANT  NOTICE Tourists should enter the park with tickets, children under 6 years old and children below 1.3 m can get free tickets, and students from 6 years old to 18 years old can get half-price tickets. Take care of animals and plants. Do not frighten or catch animals. If you want to feed some animals, you need to get animals food in our convenient stores. You also can’t move and damage various public facilities (设施) in the park, or bring pets and other living animals to the park. Passenger cars with more than 40 seats can be directly driven into the vehicle sightseeing area. Cars driven into this area must be kept in a good condition. Tourists are prohibited from opening windows, stopping on the way or getting off your cars, or you will take full responsibilities in case of accidents. We provide visitors parking spaces but we are not responsible for storing properties (财物) in cars. So, we strongly suggest you carry all your valuables with you. Wheelchairs and umbrellas are available to all tourists for free at the main gate. 1．People can watch the first Animal Show at ________ if they visit the park in April. A．8:00 B．8:15 C．8:45 D．8:30 2．If Tommy and his 5-year-old son want to visit the park, ________. A．they don’t need any tickets B．they should buy two tickets C．they only need to buy one ticket D．they can get two free tickets 3．You cannot do the following thing, except ________. A．bringing your dog to the park B．playing a trick on animals C．driving a mini-van into the park D．feeding animals in the park 4．The underlined “prohibited” is the closest in meaning to ________. A．planned B．protected C．not invited D．not allowed 5．After reading the information above, people will know more about ________. A．the rules and services B．animals in the park C．price of different types of tickets D．different sightseeing areas 6．Where can people most likely see the information above? A．Local paper. B．Sports magazine. C．Official website of the park. D．Vehicle sightseeing areas. If you’ve ever been to a Chinese restaurant, you’ve most likely received a fortune cookies at the end of your meal. Fortune cookies are small, hard golden cookies. But there’s one thing that makes them special: They’re folded (折) into a butterfly shape to create a pocket holding a “fortune”, a short message about your future. The finger-sized fortunes contain just about everything from sayings to advice. Often, they are written in both English and Chinese, and may have happy faces on them. The history of when and by whom fortune cookies are first made is a bit murky. Most people believe that they were created by a Japanese man named Makoto Hagiwara in 1914. However, many still hold the idea that they were invented by a man named David Jung, who owned a noodle company. He put passages and handed them out to jobless men near his bakery in 1918. So how did they put the fortunes inside the cookies? In fact, the process is very simple. The cookies are baked as flat circles. After the cookies are taken out of the oven, pieces of paper are folded and then put inside while the cookies are still warm and soft. As the cookies cool, they harden into shape (硬化成形). In 1974, the way of making fortune cookies changed forever. Edward Louie, the owner of a fortune cookie company, invented a machine that could place the fortune and fold the cookie. In 1980, Yong Lee created a new type of cookie machine and it could make cookies automatically (自动). It’s called the Fortune III. Now fortune cookie machines like the Kitamura FCM-8006W can make up to 8,000 cookies in an hour! In some countries, fortune cookies have been a popular culture. People create their own fortune cookies to send funny messages to friends and family-and sometimes to even propose marriage (求婚)! They are also used in some business activities for advertisements. 1．________ makes fortune cookies special on the meal table. A．The size B．The taste C．The way they are cooked D．The things inside them 2．The underlined word “murky” in paragraph 3 probably means ________. A．unclear B．funny C．boring D．strange 3．The fortunes are placed inside the cookies ________. A．when the cookies are served B．before the cookies are baked C．when the cookies are still warm D．after the cookies have cooled down 4．The first man to make fortune cookies with a machine was ________. A．David Jung B．Edward Louie C．Makoto Hagiwara D．Yong Lee 5．The last paragraph mainly talks about ________. A．the different ways of making fortune cookies B．the different advertisements for fortune cookies C．the different situations where fortune cookies can be used D．the different meanings of fortune cookies in different cultures 6．According to the passage, what can we learn about fortune cookies? A．They are part of Japanese food culture. B．They are believed to have been invented in the 20th century. C．They are made into a butterfly shape to look good. D．They are usually served in restaurants at the start of a meal. Welcome to our online forum (论坛) discussion. In today’s digital age, more and more families are on social media platforms (平台) to share their lives and experiences. Here some views from our forum participants (参与者) about this topic. ProInfluencer: Hello, everyone! As a family social media influencer myself, I believe there are many great things about it. Firstly, by sharing our daily routines, challenges, and wins, we create content (内容) that people really care about. It’s like making a big family community. Secondly, our content gives information, advice and ideas to help them with things like being a parent, running a business, or cooking. Concerned Parent: I get why it’s fun, but I worry about privacy (隐私). When families share every aspect of their lives online, especially when it involves children. It might put their privacy and safety in danger. Sharing too much can be risky, and kids might not realize how posting their lives online can affect them in the future. ________ I see both sides of the coin. On one side, family social media influencers usually show a perfect picture of their family life. This can make their followers feel like their own lives aren’t good enough, because they compare them to the “perfect” pictures online. On the other side, these influencers can also inspire (激励) and encourage their audience by sharing happy experiences and what they do every day. Family First: While I enjoy the education and inspiration that family social media influencers provide, I worry about how it affects family life. When families always take pictures and share everything they do, it can take up a lot of time. It might make family members feel like they need to make good content instead of just enjoying time together. We shouldn’t let trying to be popular online take away from the real love and fun we have as a family. 1．“Prolnfluencer” refers to someone who ________. A．doesn’t like social media influencers B．supports being a family social media influencer C．thinks social media is neither good nor bad D．is worried about social media influencers 2．Concerned Parent believes that a possible danger of sharing family life online is ________. A．it makes people feel like their own lives aren’t good enough B．it takes up too much family time C．it could endanger the privacy and safety of children D．it makes families focus too much on creating content 3．The name for the third participant could be ________. A．Balanced Viewer B．Social Fan C．Perfect Parent D．Daily Sharer 4．According to Family First, ________ should come first. A．creating good content for social media B．showing a perfect picture of family life C．protecting children’s privacy online D．spending quality time together as a family 5．Which post do most people reply to? A．ProInfluencer. B．Concerned Parent. C．The third participant. D．Family First. 6．The forum discussion is mainly about ________. A．how to become a famous social media influencer B．why families should stop using social media C．the different opinions on families sharing their lives online D．how social media helps children become more confident Citizens from 38 countries, including Australia, New Zealand and others, can enjoy a 30-day visa-free (免签) stay until Dec. 31, 2025. Additionally, citizens from 54 countries, such as the US, UK, Canada and Russia, can benefit from a 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit (中转) in China. You can start planning your trip to China now! We will give you a special private tour of China that is just right for you. China, with its long history and rich geography, may be on your dream list. Below are six easy steps for planning a first China tour using our first-hand knowledge. We have started our service in China since 1998 and have experience creating over 100,000 China tours, most of which were for families and couples. Ready to explore China like a local? Let’s get started! (Click the links below for more details.) ■1. Choose Where to Visit in China    ■2. Decide How Long to Spend in China ■3. Consider When to Travel to China     ■4. Plan Your Budget for China Trip ■5. Choose Your Travel Style in China     ■6. Understand China’s Visa Rules China Travel Guide Where to Go? Top Three Destinations:         Best experiences: Beijing         Measure the length of the Great Wall step by step. Shanghai         Time-travel on the Bund. Xi’an         Unlock secrets of the Terracotta Army (兵马俑). When to travel? Trip Cost? Air tickets from the US or Europe to China:around ￥5,200 to ￥8,000 for an economy round trip (Half price for Children)Private tour: around ￥600-800 per person per day around ￥1500 per day for family tickets (2 Adults + 2 Children) 1．Citizens from 38 countries can stay __________ in China without a visa until December 31, 2025. A．10 days B．30 days C．60 days D．90 days 2．When people visit China, they can have the following experiences EXCEPT ________. A．walking along the Great Wall and measuring its length B．discovering the mysteries of the Terracotta Army in Xi’an C．creating private China tours for families and couples D．exploring the history of the Bund in Shanghai through Time-travel 3．If you don’t want to spend too much on your trip, which link can probably help you? A．Understand China’s Visa Rules B．Decide How Long to Spend in China C． Plan Your Budget for China Trip D．Choose Your Travel Style in China 4．Mary wants to travel to China in pleasant weather, and she would like to avoid crowds. She had better go for a trip in _________. A．February B．March C．September D．December 5．Mr Smith plans to fly from America to China with his wife and two children. They would like to book a seven-day private tour in China. How much need they spend at least? A．￥10,500 B．￥15,700 C．￥26,100 D．￥31,300 6．The main purpose of the material is to _________. A．explain China’s visa rules in detail B．compare different ways of traveling in China C．give people first-hand knowledge about Chinese history D．attract foreigners to book special private tours of China The following news reports are about the big events that happened last week. Idlib, Syria Olympics held in tents Children living in refugee camps in Syria have held their version of the Olympic Games. A refugee is a person who has had to leave their home because of war or the threat of violence. Around 120 children from 12 camps took part in the Tent Olympics in the city of Idlib. Events included the high jump and volleyball. Walid Mohammed al-Hassan, aged 12, told AI Jazeera news, “We had such fun.” New Delhi, India Bus brings school to students Buses in India’s capital, New Delhi, are being used to teach children who cannot study at home. Each weekday, four buses visit poorer areas and around 50 children get on for lessons and meals. The project is run by Tejas Asia, a group that provides education to poorer children. Ten-year-old Azmira said, “The teachers are very good.” Sydney, Australia Planting a tree in every garden Every new house in some neighbourhoods of Sydney, Australia, will have to have a tree in the garden and a pale roof. The rules were introduced by the local authorities to help the environment. Unlike pale roofs, dark roofs retain heat, which raises the temperature in the area and means lots of power has to be used to cool houses in the summer. Spain Blue whales return After more than 40 years without a sighting, blue whales are returning to Spain’s Atlantic coast. Blue whales are the world’s largest animals and several of them have been spotted by researchers in Spanish waters since 2022. Another blue whale was sighted in August this year, leading scientists to suggest that the animals were changing their long-term habits and starting to come back. 1．In Syria, about 120 children took part in the Tent Olympics and ________. A．had to leave their home B．enjoyed themselves C．watched the Olympic Games D．visited poorer areas 2．The second piece of news is mainly about ________ in India. A．how bus brings students to school B．how children study at home each weekday C．children who drive the four buses D．the project to help children in poor areas 3．In Sydney, people are asked to have a tree in the garden and a pale roof so as to ________. A．protect the environment B．raise the temperature C．use power to cool a house D．keep heat in summer 4．The underlined word “retain” in the third piece of news probably means“________”. A．reduce B．feel C．keep D．test 5．The last piece of news from Spain tells us that ________. A．blue whales haven’t been seen in Spanish waters for more than 40 years B．blue whales have lived in the Spanish Atlantic coast for almost 40 years C．a very large animal was returned to Spain by leading scientists in August D．scientists are studying blue whales and have found their long-term habits 6．The best title for the reading material above might be ________. A．Olympics held in tents B．Around the world C．Whales and environment D．For lessons and meals Oceans cover two-thirds of our Earth. There are five main oceans which all flow into each other: the Arctic Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean, the Pacific Ocean and the Southern Ocean. What are the Layers of the Ocean? Oceans are made of five layers or depths. Each layer has different characteristics (特点), such as the temperature and the amount of light. They have unique creatures (独特的生物) living within them. The Sunlight Zone-up to 200m below the surface of the ocean There is plenty of sunlight and heat in this zone although both decrease (减少) as you go deeper. There are many different living things within this layer, including seaweed, dolphins, fish, and coral reefs. Humans enjoy this warm layer for activities such as swimming and fishing. The Twilight Zone-up to 1,000m below the surface of the ocean Only weak sunlight reaches this deeper layer. No plants grow within this layer. It is home to sea animals which often have large eyes, including the sea cucumber, the wolf eel, the swordfish and the octopus. Humans can dive to this layer wearing protective suits. The Midnight Zone-up to 4,000m below the surface of the ocean The Midnight Zone is pitch-black because sunlight cannot reach this layer. Some light can be seen from creatures that make their own light, such as anglerfish, jelly fish and viperfish. Abyss-up to 6,000m below the surface of the ocean The sunlight cannot reach this layer at all, so it is pitch-black and near freezing. Very few creatures live here, but those that do are mainly transparent (透明的), blind invertebrates (无脊椎动物), such as lanternfish, squid and amphipod. The Trenches-up to 11,000m below the surface of the ocean The Trenches are narrow, underwater valleys of the ocean floor which have high pressure and near-freezing temperature. There is no natural light in this zone, but different creatures can be found, such as sea stars. 1．Which of the following pictures about ocean layers is correct? A． B． C． D． 2．________ is a must-have if someone wants to explore the Twilight Zone. A．Sunscrean (防晒霜) B．A fishing rod C．A strong underwater light D．A waterproof (防水的) bag 3．The underlined word “pitch-black” most probably means “________”. A．warm and bright B．light grey C．deep blue D．totally dark 4．According to the passage, sunlight can get to ________. A．the Twilight Zone B．Abyss C．the Trenches D．the Midnight Zone 5．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Plants and living things can be found in each ocean layer. B．Animals with large eyes can often be found in the Midnight Zone. C．Humans are able to freely explore most of the ocean layers without any equipment. D．Neither the temperature nor the amount of sunlight is the same in each ocean layer. 6．The main purpose of this article is to ________. A．recommend a new kind of underwater sport B．introduce the structure and biology of the ocean C．share personal stories of deep-sea adventures D．compare different oceans around the world Hello, readers! As a technology lover, I had the exciting chance to attend the launch events for both the new Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Mate XTs this year. After seeing them up close, I am here to share my thoughts and help you understand what makes these two phones special. It’s amazing how different they are, each with unique strengths. This comparison will focus on their design, key features, and who might benefit most from using them. Let’s dive into the details to see which one could be your next perfect device. The Apple iPhone 17 feels like a big step forward in artificial intelligence. Its new “A18 Mind” chip is designed to learn from your behavior. For instance, if it notices you always go for a run after work, it might prepare your favorite workout playlist and check the weather for you. This smart technology also manages the phone’s battery in a very smart way making it last much longer under normal use. Another key improvement is the support for 6G networks, which allows you to download large files almost instantly. The phone’s design is also sleeker, with a brighter screen that is easier to read outdoors. However, all these amazing features come with a very high price, which might be a problem for some students and young people. Additionally, while the AI is helpful, it requires sharing more personal data, which some users may worry about.   On the other hand, the Huawei Mate XTs offers a completely different experience with its revolutionary foldable screen. When unfolded, it provides a large, beautiful display that is perfect for reading digital books, watching movies, or even working on documents side-by-side. The screen is so smooth that you can hardly see the fold in the middle. Huawei also improved the camera system significantly. It performs exceptionally well in low-light conditions, capturing bright and clear photos at night or indoors. The battery life is also impressive, lasting a full day even with heavy use. While its price is still high, it is generally more affordable than the new iPhone, offering great value for a device with such a large, high-quality screen. Some users might find the folded phone a bit thick, but most agree the large screen is worth it. So, what is the conclusion? Your choice really depends on your lifestyle and what you need from a phone. The iPhone 17 acts like a thoughtful, intelligent assistant that tries to make your daily life easier. In contrast, the Huawei Mate XTs serves as a powerful and versatile (多功能的) mini-tablet that is great for entertainment and work. Both are excellent examples of modern technology moving in exciting, though different, directions. If you love Al and speed, choose the iPhone. If you prefer a big screen for fun and work, the Huawei is better. No matter which you pick, both phones show how far technology has come. 1．What is the writer’s main purpose of writing this passage? A．To tell a personal experience of meeting with two phones. B．To show the common features of the two phones. C．To introduce two new phones for user’s preference. D．To suggest a lifestyle with or without a modern phone. 2．One key advantage of the iPhone 17 is ________. A．its battery that goes long B．a larger screen for people to enjoy C．the reasonable price even for students D．camera pictures in good quality 3．The word “revolutionary” in Paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________. A．very old-fashioned but traditional B．completely new and changing C．somewhat supportive and beautiful D．much more convenient than before 4．Paragraph 3 probably highlights ________ of the Huawei Mate XTs. A．the screen B．the camera C．the price D．the packaging 5．What does a person mainly consider when choosing between the two new phones? A．The all-rounded functions of each. B．The working system of entertainment. C．The expectations from each for his life. D．The speed of working efficiency. 6．Where can we probably find this passage? A．In a technology company report. B．In a textbook of a science course. C．On a personal tech blog website. D．In a product advertisement in a magazine. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $