考前押题06 阅读还原五选五（期末复习专项训练）九年级英语上学期沪教牛津版

2024-2025九年级上期末专项训练06 五选五（广州专用） 1. 难度：0.65 话题：  中华文化 电视与电台 2. 难度：0.65 话题： 哲理感悟 3. 难度：0.65 话题：  健康饮食 健康与运动 意见/建议 4. 难度：0.65 话题：  教育 5. 难度：0.65 话题：  食物 公共服务 6. 难度：0.85 话题：  中华文化 科普知识 7. 难度：0.85 话题：  青少年问题 8. 难度：0.85 话题：   食物 文化差异 9. 难度：0.65 话题：  方法/策略 10. 难度：0.65 话题：  家庭关系 意见/建议 11. 难度：0.65 话题：  科普知识 意见/建议 身体部位 12. 难度：0.65 话题： 中华文化 13. 难度：0.65 话题： 科普知识 食物 14. 难度：0.65 话题： 科普知识 15. 难度：0.65 话题： 合作与交流 方法/策略 意见/建议 16. 难度：0.65 话题：电影与戏剧 17. 难度：0.65 话题： 科普知识 意见/建议 18. 难度：0.65 话题：人与动植物 19. 难度：0.65 话题：意见/建议 20. 难度：0.65 话题：阅读 寓言故事 阅读短文及文后选项，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Passage 1 Chinese Poetry Meeting, a classical Chinese poetry competition, has been one of the most popular TV reality shows. 1 Almost every Chinese student has to remember classical Chinese poems at school. And quite a few students find it hard to remember them, because they find them uninteresting and can hardly understand their real meaning. 2 In the show, the programs are attractive and draw people’s attention. And the judges of the TV show gave their lively reviews and helped the audience to fall in love with classical poems. 3 In a way, the success of the TV show tells the importance of communication. All the contestants on the TV show have a strong interest in classical poetry. 4 They also have to have a good understanding of them. 5 Although people face the rapid changes in society, the value of classical Chinese poetry can never be outdated. A．But they cannot win just by remembering some poems. B．The Chinese classical poetry is difficult during school days. C．It is good to see a TV show spread traditional Chinese culture. D．Thanks to the show, the audience realize they are not at all boring. E．But the TV show has helped people rediscover the beauty of poetry. Passage 2 For a long time, Chinese proverbs (谚语) have deeply moved and encouraged me. They are simple but full of wisdom. Even though they are easy to understand, you can learn something new each time you think about them. 1 1. You Need To Begin Somewhere and The Best Time Is Now “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Chinese Proverb 1 This stops them from acting in the present. Ask yourself: Are you letting past mistakes stop you from moving forward? It’s the best time to start right now! 1. Small Steps Lead to Big Success “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”—Lao Tzu Many people think that big achievements come from fast solutions or big efforts. 1 According to Lao Tzu, the key to great achievements is to take that first step and keep going, no matter how small. 1. When You Feel Angry or Sad, Remember Others Have Greater Difficulties “ 1 ”—Chinese Proverb Do you sometimes feel that life is unfair? It’s easy to focus on your own problems, but remember, many people face even bigger challenges. They deal with them as best as they can. When you feel down, think about others who may be facing more challenges than you. 1 A．This can help you feel better and more thankful for what you have. B．I was angry that I had no shoes. Then I met a man who had no feet. C．But real success comes from taking small steps and moving forward little by little. D．Many people live in the past, thinking about things they didn’t do. E．Here are some of my favorite Chinese proverbs and what I have learned from them. Passage 3 Almost every day, we talk about how to keep healthy. But what is health? According to some research, “health” means eating well, getting enough exercise, and having proper weight. So what can we do to stay healthy? 1 Eat different kinds of food. We all know that eating fruit and vegetables can help us stay healthy, but many of us only eat our favourite food. That is bad for our health. 2 Drink more water and milk. Water is important to our bodies. Everyone should have about 8 glasses of water every day. Besides, kids need plenty of calcium (钙) to grow strong bones. Milk is rich in it. 3 4 When we are eating, notice how our body feels. When our stomach feels comfortably full, stop eating. Eating just about 20% less than usual can be a great help. Eating too much can make us unhealthy and fat. Limit screen time. What’s screen time? 5 The more time we spend on these activities, the less time we spend playing sports, like basketball, and doing other activities like riding and swimming. Try to spend less than 2 hours a day on screens. If we follow these rules above, we will become healthier and happier! A．Listen to our body. B．So some kind of dairy product is a good choice. C．Here are some tips you may follow. D．It means how long we watch TV, use our phones, etc. E．Remember we can keep a healthy diet by having many kinds of food. Passage 4 There are many prizes for students but now there is an award for the best teacher in the world. 1 It hopes to praise the teachers for their hard work. The organizers believe that good teachers can change the life of their students for the better. The award started in 2015. It is open to all teachers worldwide. Over 5,000 teachers from 127 countries join every year. The winner receives one million dollars to spend on education in his or her school. 2 The 2019 winner was Peter Tabichi. He teaches in a Kenya village school. His school only had 50 students. Most were from very poor families. The school had little classroom furniture and equipment. 3 Despite these problems, the teacher started a “talent club” to help the students with science. He also helped students with difficulties and their families. 4 In only three years, Tabichi’s school has growr. to 400 students. 5 He said, “For a small school in a poor area, the prize money can make a huge difference to the school, its present and future students, as well as the whole local community.” A．Tabichi was very excited to be the winner B．This award is called the Global Teacher Prize. C．There was only one slow computer with bad Internet. D．All the teachers and students of the school are cheerful. E．As a result, more teenagers have started going to the school. Passage 5 Many people travel to different places in the world by air. Usually it takes a long time, perhaps half a day, for passengers to stay in the plane. So airlines offer passengers food. 1 To deal with this problem, airlines try hard to improve their food. 2 However, the food itself is not the main reason. According to a scientific research, part of the reason is that at high altitude (海拔) we cannot taste things as well as we do on the ground. Also scientists have found that our noses become very dry even before a plane takes off. 3 So our taste buds become senseless. The sad fact, however, is that our noses don’t know it. 4 They also help explain why airlines choose to offer passengers salty and spicy food. Without doing so, the food would be tasteless. Now there are many researches on this. According to one of them, some volunteers are asked to lie with their feet higher than their heads for weeks. And scientists write down their feelings about food taste. 1 Because they can’t deal with the special environment successfully, such as the change in air pressure. So making food taste good is still hard for them. A．Though scientists try their best, things are not as easy as they thought. B．They would like to do so because they don’t want to lose customers. C．But it is common that the food taste is considered to be bad. D．All of these help explain why food on the plane tastes so bad. E．As the plane moves up, the change in air pressure reduces one third of our taste buds. Passage 6 Every culture in the world has its own style of cooking and eating. Every culture has its own beliefs about what is good to eat and what is not. Many of these food customs started hundreds or even thousands of years ago. The diet of early humans depended on what foods they could get. For example, humans who lived near an ocean relied on the ocean for fish. 1 Over time, these foods became traditional in a culture. About ten thousand years ago, humans learned to farm. These early farmers tamed (驯化) wild cows, goats, and sheep. 2 Slowly, farming spread to other areas. The animals that farmers raised and the crops they planted depended on where they lived. 3 They learned from their neighbours or from travelers. They also learned about new cooking techniques (技巧). Travelers who went to far-away places discovered new foods. Marco Polo, for example, traveled to China and brought noodles back to Italy. Many of the new foods later became part of the traditional diet of some cultures. Cultures also developed their own techniques for eating. Thousands of years ago, people in China began using chopsticks. 4 The first eating tool used in Europe was probably seashell or a piece of wood. Later, sharp and pointed knives were used. 5 They want to make sure that their food traditions are preserved. A．They planted wheat, rice, and other grains. B．Over the years, people learned about new foods. C．They have kept this eating technique and still use them today. D．People are proud of their cultures and enjoy their traditional foods. E．Humans who lived in forest areas ate the animals they hunted. Passage 7 Strawberries look nice, but a light pressure can make them out of shape. Nowadays, there are many young people who are just like strawberries. They easily break down when they face difficulties. 1 They have a common name—strawberry kids. 2 Parents and schools are a main reason. Parents do almost everything for them in their life, while schools pay more attention to their grades instead of developing their personality. Liu Yue, 13, is from Fujian. His mom hardly criticizes (批评) him and he always feels good about himself. When a teacher criticized him strictly, he felt surprised and sad. 3 Students should do something to make themselves mentally strong. An expert said, “When you are in trouble, don’t ask for help too quickly. You should try to deal with problems first by yourself. I also advise you to take an active part in sports and social activities. 4 ” Growing up is not just a happy process. 5 The most important thing is to face the pains bravely and learn from them. A．Pains also go along with it. B．He began to doubt his ability. C．That can make you mentally strong. D．Why are many students so easy to break down? E．They don’t know what to do when they are in trouble. Passage 8 Almost every holiday in China has its own special food. 1 But, of course, the holiday with the most special food is the Chinese New Year. On the evening before the Chinese New Year, many families get together and make Chinese dumplings. Often, a coin is put into one dumpling, and the person that finds it will get good luck. Many people also eat niangao because they think that it will give them a good year. In many places around the world, people also have special food for special days. 2 This food includes salty and sweet biscuits. On Christmas in England, many people eat goose. During some festivals, the special food is not even eaten. 3 Perhaps one of the most important special days with food is Thanksgiving in America. Thanksgiving is held on the fourth Thursday in November to give thanks for the year. 4 With the turkey, there are usually potatoes, green beans, sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce (越橘调味汁). After Thanksgiving dinner, they will have pumpkin and apple pie. There is usually so much food at a Thanksgiving dinner that it is impossible to eat it all in one meal. 5 They just eat the food that is left over from this one meal. A．For example, in Spain during the Tomato Festival, people throw tomatoes at each other! B．Americans eat many kinds of foods during this holiday, starting with turkey. C．For example, during the Mid-Autumn Festival, we eat moon cakes, and during the Dragon Boat Festival, we eat zongzi. D．Many families do not cook for several days after Thanksgiving. E．For example, on New Year’s Day in Scotland, friends bring food for good luck when they come to visit your home. Passage 9 Have you had a headache during a test? Have you been so worried about something that you have a headache or even can’t sleep at night? If so, then you know what stress is. Stress is what you feel when you are worried about something. 1 You may feel angry, sad, scared, or afraid—all of which can give you a stomachache or a headache. 2 Some kinds of stress are good and others are bad. Good stress might happen when you’re called to answer questions in class or when you have to give a speech. 3 For example, you may do a better job in your test if the stress pushes you to prepare better before the test. On the other hand, bad stress can happen if the stress lasts too long. You many not feel well if your parents are fighting, if a family member is sick, if you’re having problems at school, or if anything else makes you unhappy every day. That kind of stress isn’t going to help you. 4 5 Make sure you keep yourself in mind: Sleep, exercise, leisure, and food. If you get enough sleep and eat healthily, and if you exercise and leave time for fun, you’ll probably feel less stressed. A．This kind of stress can help you to get things better done. B．This worry in your mind can make your body feel bad. C．The best way to face the stress is to have a balanced life. D．And it can actually make you sick. E．However, there are different kinds of stress. Passage 10 “I don’t like my parents. They always tell me I should do this and should not do that. It sometimes makes me angry,” said Zhang Hua, a middle school student in Guangzhou. Perhaps your parents had the same complaints when they were your age long ago. 1 One possible reason is when your father or mother becomes a parent, he/she likes worrying about things. 2 They worry about your choice of friends, the food you eat, your work at school, etc. 3 With such hope, they will do everything they can for you. 4 It’s easier than you think. Just make sure your parents know what you’re doing. Get them to know your friends. Phone them if you stay somewhere else late so that your parents don’t call every friend in the phone book looking for you. 5 Learn to take responsibility for mistakes. Talk about your ideas with them. They may talk about theirs with you in return. Try to understand your parents. They are also practicing being parents and need help from you. They may make mistakes sometimes, but they are the person who love you always! A．They wish you to grow up healthily and happily. B．When you make mistakes, be brave to say sorry to them. C．Why do some parents seem not so friendly in children’s eyes? D．So what can you do to better your relationship with your parents? E．They worry about everything about you from the time you were born. Passage 11 Do you often listen to music at loud volumes (音量)? 1 Over one billion young people may end with hearing loss, because of listening to loud noise for long periods of time. Listening to music or watching a TV show at loud volumes can harm your hearing. 2 It is not safe to listen to sounds that are louder than 85 dB (分贝) for eight hours or 100 dB for 15 minutes. The sound of a busy road is about 85 dB and the sound of a rock concert can be about 100 dB． Loud noise is harmful to the inner ear. Most of us are born with about 16, 000 hair cells (毛细胞) in our inner ears. These cells notice sounds. However, listening to loud noise for a long time can make these cells work too hard and cause some of them to die. This is what causes hearing loss. 3 Some people might think that their music isn’t all that loud. 4 For example, if you are in a noisy place like the subway, you might turn up your music too loud without knowing it. Later, when you listen to it at the same volume in a quiet place, you might feel uncomfortable. Here is some advice on safe listening. Over-the-ear headphones are better than in-ear ones. 5 And remember not to listen to loud music on your headphones for a long time. Follow the 60:60 rule: listen to music at 60 percent of your headphones’ maximum (最大的) volume for no more than 60 minutes a day. A．Once this happens, it’s hard to get your hearing back. B．They do a better job of stopping outside noise, so you can listen at a lower volume. C．You should know that this habit is bad for your hearing. D．The United Nations has standards (标准) for safe listening. E．But this can depend on where you are. Passage 12 A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains is a milestone (里程碑) in the development of landscape painting in Chinese art history. 1 At the age of ten,Wang Ximeng started learning landscape painting.He was sent to serve Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty. Emperor Huizong believed Wang was very talented and taught Wang himself a lot of painting skills. With the emperor’s help, soon he made rapid progress. 2 It was said that Wang Ximeng created One Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains when he was only 18 years old. It was considered to be the finest work at that time. 3 However, Wang Ximeng died young around the age of 20. What a great pity! 4 The painting shows the importance of agriculture and the close relationship between humans and nature in ancient China. When viewing this painting, viewers can find a lot of fine details. 5 Birds, painted in a lively way, look like they are flying. This great work of art not only presents the beauty of the Chinese landscape but also provides a window into the past. It also shows the artist and the Chinese people’s wishes for a good life and bright future. A．It allows us to appreciate the rich history and culture during the Song Dynasty of China. B．Characters are as small as rice grains but you can still see children playing happily on the grass. C．It is the work of Wang Ximeng,one of the most famous artists of the Northern Song Dynasty. D．Then he was offered a chance to visit and paint the famous mountains and great rivers in China. E．One Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains is a representative of blue and green landscape painting. Passage 13 Why do we love sugar so much? Many scientists believe our love of sugar may actually be hard to stop. When we eat or drink sugary foods, the sugar enters our blood and makes us feel good. Then the good feeling goes away, leaving us wanting more. All tasty foods do this, but sugar has a very strong effect. 1 Doctors recommend we all cut down on it. “Every time I study an illness and try to find out the first cause, I find my way back to sugar,” says scientist Richard Johnson. One-third of adults worldwide have high blood pressure, and up to 347 million have diseases. 2 Our bodies are suitable to live on very little sugar. Early humans often had very little food, so their bodies learned to be very good at storing sugar as fat. 3 But today, most people have more than enough. So the thing we needed before may now be killing us. 4 We need to eat less sugar. The trouble is, in today’s world, it’s difficult to avoid. From breakfast to dinner, our foods are increasingly filled with it. 5 Many schools are replacing sugary desserts with fruit. Other schools are growing their own food in gardens, or encourage students to take more exercise. A．So what is the good way to solve it? B．It is believed that sugar is one of the causes. C．But there are those who are fighting back against sugar. D．In this way, it is in fact something harmful to our health. E．In this way, they had energy stored for when there was no food. Passage 14 Surprise Ending A surprise ending is a way to do something unexpected at the end of a story. 1 A surprise ending can change everything we thought we knew about the story. A good surprise ending can stay with us long after we finish reading the story. 2 It encourages readers to reconsider their understanding of the characters, plot, and themes. Authors use surprise endings to make stories more challenging. 3 They help readers consider different ways of understanding the story by defying expectations. This writing skill is used in literature to make the reader really interested. O. Henry was known for his clever and unexpected endings, which have made his stories popular. 4 This skill is also used in writings like science fiction, where unpredictability and suspense are important. 5 It usually creates a memorable conclusion to a story and make you think about the story’s ending. Furthermore, it enriches the reading experience. Readers can evaluate their predictions again and engage more deeply. A．In conclusion, a surprise ending goes against what the reader expects. B．They challenge readers to think far more than what they expect. C．A good example of his endings is The Gift of the Magi. D．It is used to make a story more interesting and exciting. E．It can also make us think deeply about its meanings. Passage 15 Holding conversations may not seem like a skill. After all, we talk to people every day. But many people feel nervous when making conversations. 1     Use your body language. 2 The way you stand and act tells people a lot about you. When you’re talking with someone, stand straight and look him in the eye. When you’re listening, look at the other person, and lean（倚靠）forward to show that you’re interested in what he is saying.     Try to interact（互动）with each other. A good conversation is not a speech. 3 If you’re doing all the talking, stop to give the other persons time to speak. If they don’t say anything, try asking them a question. Maybe they’ll say something you are also interested in and can reply to. People are excited to find others with similar interests.      4 Don’t worry if the conversation has quiet moments. Think of them as chances to change the topic to something you’re interested in. 5 Or once again, you can ask a question to the other persons.     With any skill, you will improve on holding conversations with time. A．Don’t be afraid of silence. B．It means that people should talk in the conversation. C．As we all know, many conversations happen without any words. D．You could also talk about something you’ve done recently. E．Here are some ways to make a good conversation. Passage 16 The film you see on the screen is the product of a huge amount of hard work. 1 To begin with, visual special effects make scenes real. CGI (computer-generated imagery 电子成像技术) has been widely used in film-making. Mostly, scenes with CGI are filmed in front of a green screen in the studio. Green doesn’t match any natural hair or skin. 2 This enables CGI effects to be added later. 3 You may never expect the way that these sounds are added. For example, in Jurassic Park, the sounds of different animals were mixed by a computer. The sound of the doors opening in the Star Trek films was made by pulling a piece of paper out from an envelope. A careful study of the background information also makes a film’s success. To make his film Titanic look real, the director spent six months checking plans and then built a full-sized model ship. 4 He even went down to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean to see what was left of the ship. The above may not include all the work behind the scenes. What we see on the cinema screen is just small parts of film-making. 5 They have worked for months and even years so that you can have two hours of enjoyment! A．Next time when watching a film, will you think about the talented people behind the scenes? B．Do you know most of the work takes place behind the scenes? C．He talked to historians to make sure that the details were correct. D．Actors can be easily separated from the background by a computer. E．Another important part of a film is sound effects. Passage 17 Tired after eating? After a busy morning, lunch can feel like just something necessary but sometimes it also makes you want to take a break at your desk. 1 This is because when humans eat, our blood sugar level is raised after receiving energy from food, which may cause tiredness after meal. Feeling tired can make it hard to focus on the rest of your studies and activities. Here’s why and how to improve the situation. 2 Some people overeat instead of stopping when they feel full. For example, when having buffet, people often eat more than they expect. 3 Because we usually feel tired after working the whole morning without breakfast. This will make us eat more at lunch. The make up of certain foods can also cause you to feel tired. If you had a meal high in fat, such as a hamburger or a pizza, that could make you feel tired. Meals high in added sugar can have the same effect. 4 If you don’t get enough sleep, your body increases production of ghrelin, which sends a “feed me” signal to your brain. Not getting enough rest can also have a bad influence on your decision making skills. 5 A．It’s normal to feel tired after lunch. B．So make sure you sleep for eight to ten hours every night. C．A common reason for feeling tired after a meal is eating too much. D．However, not eating breakfast can also lead to overeating later in the day. E．So taking a walk after a big meal is a great way to make you feel less tired. Passage 18 All around the world there are small changes taking place at the side of roads behind school playgrounds and on all kinds of land across towns and cities. 1 They are becoming a great place for both wildlife and local people who may not easily get close to nature in daily lives. This is the Tiny Forests movement. 2 Tiny Forests first appeared as an idea in the 1970s. As the scientists went on to share the idea with others, it soon took off in many places in Asia and Europe. 1 In fact, the movement focuses on urban areas where getting close to nature is not that easy. In a Tiny Forest, there must be at least 600 trees, and trees are planted much closer together and without chemicals. 2 This can help make sure that tiny forests grow up to ten times faster than other forests, which means they attract more wildlife. People see it as a chance to try to break the growing disconnect between people and the nature. It’s also thought these places could help reduce the risk of flooding, remove carbon from the air and fight climate change. 3 Now more and more countries are considering becoming part of the movement, which means more tiny forests will appear soon. A．So how does it work? B．Tiny forests like the size of tennis courts are appearing. C．It hopes to show that best things in life really come in small actions. D．It is even said to be useful in improving the health of the local people. E．There are usually around 30 different kinds of trees from the local area. Passage 19 Graduation means a time for receiving gifts. No matter you are from high school or college, you will need to send a thank you card to everyone who sends a gift. 1 . When to Write a Graduation Thank You Card 1 If possible, do it within a few days. Although it is proper to wait up a month after graduation, the longer you wait the more difficult it will be. Why Writing a Thank You Card Whenever someone takes the time to choose a gift for you, thanking the person is the right thing to do, even if you don't like the gift. 1 Record Information About All Gifts 1 This is necessary because you need to be certain about these pieces of information in the thank you card. 2 Remember to thank the people who supported you the most as you first stepped foot in a classroom, stood by you throughout your education, and celebrated all your achievements. You should send a message to your family to show your thanks because they are always there for you. A．You had better write a thank you card as soon as possible after receiving a graduation gift. B．Thank You Card to the Family. C．They probably won't expect it, but a thank you card from you will make them happy. D．After receiving the gift, write down what the gift is and who has sent it to you. E．You should at least let them know you are thankful to them. Passage 20 The winter holiday is coming. Don’t know what to do? Well, here are some books for you! 1 The Cop and the Anthem by O. Henry （American） You can read a story about Soapy, a homeless man in New York City. At first, he wants to be caught by the policeman so that he can have somewhere warm to stay instead of sleeping out in the cold winter. 1 However, when he wants to change himself and decides to be a better man, he is sent to prison. The Million Pound Note by Mark Twain （American） You can know the experience of a poor young man Henry Adams. 1 They make a bet（打赌）to see what will happen to Henry Adams with so much money. To their surprise, he isn’t caught by the police. Instead, he lives a happy life because of the one-million bank note. The Diamond Necklace by Maupassant （French） 1 Her husband asks her to go to a party, so she borrows a diamond necklace（项链）from her rich friend to show off her beauty. But she loses the necklace. 2 At the end of the story, she gets to know that the necklace is actually not made of real diamond. The necklace changes her whole life. A．It takes her ten years of hard work to pay for it. B．Just pick one of them, and you are sure to enjoy it! C．He gets a one-million bank note from two rich men. D．It’s a story about a woman who is beautiful but poor. E．He tries hard, but the police doesn’t send him to prison. 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2024-2025九年级上期末专项训练06 五选五（广州专用） 1. 难度：0.65 话题：  中华文化 电视与电台 2. 难度：0.65 话题： 哲理感悟 3. 难度：0.65 话题：  健康饮食 健康与运动 意见/建议 4. 难度：0.65 话题：  教育 5. 难度：0.65 话题：  食物 公共服务 6. 难度：0.85 话题：  中华文化 科普知识 7. 难度：0.85 话题：  青少年问题 8. 难度：0.85 话题：   食物 文化差异 9. 难度：0.65 话题：  方法/策略 10. 难度：0.65 话题：  家庭关系 意见/建议 11. 难度：0.65 话题：  科普知识 意见/建议 身体部位 12. 难度：0.65 话题： 中华文化 13. 难度：0.65 话题： 科普知识 食物 14. 难度：0.65 话题： 科普知识 15. 难度：0.65 话题： 合作与交流 方法/策略 意见/建议 16. 难度：0.65 话题：电影与戏剧 17. 难度：0.65 话题： 科普知识 意见/建议 18. 难度：0.65 话题：人与动植物 19. 难度：0.65 话题：意见/建议 20. 难度：0.85 话题：阅读 寓言故事 阅读短文及文后选项，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Passage 1 Chinese Poetry Meeting, a classical Chinese poetry competition, has been one of the most popular TV reality shows. 1 Almost every Chinese student has to remember classical Chinese poems at school. And quite a few students find it hard to remember them, because they find them uninteresting and can hardly understand their real meaning. 2 In the show, the programs are attractive and draw people’s attention. And the judges of the TV show gave their lively reviews and helped the audience to fall in love with classical poems. 3 In a way, the success of the TV show tells the importance of communication. All the contestants on the TV show have a strong interest in classical poetry. 4 They also have to have a good understanding of them. 5 Although people face the rapid changes in society, the value of classical Chinese poetry can never be outdated. A．But they cannot win just by remembering some poems. B．The Chinese classical poetry is difficult during school days. C．It is good to see a TV show spread traditional Chinese culture. D．Thanks to the show, the audience realize they are not at all boring. E．But the TV show has helped people rediscover the beauty of poetry. 【答案】1．B 2．E 3．D 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国诗歌会，它是中国最受欢迎的电视真人秀之一。 1．根据下文“Almost every Chinese student has to remember classical Chinese poems at school. And quite a few students find it hard to remember them, because they find them uninteresting and can hardly understand their real meaning.”可知，本段主要讲述了在学校期间中国诗歌很难。B选项“中国古典诗歌在学生时代很难。”符合语境。故选B。 2．根据下文“In the show, the programs are attractive and draw people’s attention. And the judges of the TV show gave their lively reviews and helped the audience to fall in love with classical poems.”可知，此处应该表达该节目帮助观众爱上了古典诗歌。E选项“但是这部电视剧帮助人们重新发现了诗歌的美。”符合语境。故选E。 3．根据上文“In the show, the programs are attractive and draw people’s attention. And the judges of the TV show gave their lively reviews and helped the audience to fall in love with classical poems.”和下文“In a way, the success of the TV show tells the importance of communication.”可知，此处与该节目对观众的积极影响有关。D选项“多亏了这个节目，观众们意识到他们一点也不无聊。”符合语境。故选D。 4．根据上文“All the contestants on the TV show have a strong interest in classical poetry.”和下文“They also have to have a good understanding of them.”可知，此处与该节目的参赛者的能力有关。A选项“但是他们不能仅仅通过记住一些诗歌而获胜。”符合语境。故选A。 5．根据下文“Although people face the rapid changes in society, the value of classical Chinese poetry can never be outdated.”可知，此处是对此类节目进行评价。C选项“很高兴看到一个传播中国传统文化的电视节目。”符合语境。故选C。 Passage 2 For a long time, Chinese proverbs (谚语) have deeply moved and encouraged me. They are simple but full of wisdom. Even though they are easy to understand, you can learn something new each time you think about them. 1 1. You Need To Begin Somewhere and The Best Time Is Now “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Chinese Proverb 1 This stops them from acting in the present. Ask yourself: Are you letting past mistakes stop you from moving forward? It’s the best time to start right now! 1. Small Steps Lead to Big Success “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”—Lao Tzu Many people think that big achievements come from fast solutions or big efforts. 1 According to Lao Tzu, the key to great achievements is to take that first step and keep going, no matter how small. 1. When You Feel Angry or Sad, Remember Others Have Greater Difficulties “ 1 ”—Chinese Proverb Do you sometimes feel that life is unfair? It’s easy to focus on your own problems, but remember, many people face even bigger challenges. They deal with them as best as they can. When you feel down, think about others who may be facing more challenges than you. 1 A．This can help you feel better and more thankful for what you have. B．I was angry that I had no shoes. Then I met a man who had no feet. C．But real success comes from taking small steps and moving forward little by little. D．Many people live in the past, thinking about things they didn’t do. E．Here are some of my favorite Chinese proverbs and what I have learned from them. 【答案】1．E 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文讲述了作者对中国谚语的赞美以及它们带给作者的智慧和启发。 1．根据“For a long time, Chinese proverbs (谚语) have deeply moved and encouraged me. They are simple but full of wisdom. Even though they are easy to understand, you can learn something new each time you think about them.”可知，下文介绍了作者最喜欢的一些中国谚语以及从中学习到的东西。选项E“这里是我最喜欢的一些中国谚语以及从中学习到的东西”符合语境。故选E。 2．根据“Are you letting past mistakes stop you from moving forward?”可知，这句话的意思是问你是否让过去的错误阻止你前进。选项D“许多人活在过去，想着他们没有做的事情”符合语境。故选D。 3．根据“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”可知，真正的成功来自于一步一步的前进。选项C“但真正的成功来自于采取小步骤，一点一点地前进”符合语境。故选C。 4．根据“When You Feel Angry or Sad, Remember Others Have Greater Difficulties”可知，‌当你感到愤怒或悲伤时，记住别人有更大的困难。选项B“因为没鞋穿而哭泣，直到我遇见了一个没有脚的人”符合语境，故选B。 5．根据“When you feel down, think about others who may be facing more challenges than you.”可知，当你情绪低落时，想想那些可能比你面临更多挑战的人。选项A“这会让你感觉更好，对你所拥有的更加感恩”符合语境，故选A。 阅读下面短文，根据短文意思，选出可以填入空格的选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Passage 3 Almost every day, we talk about how to keep healthy. But what is health? According to some research, “health” means eating well, getting enough exercise, and having proper weight. So what can we do to stay healthy? 1 Eat different kinds of food. We all know that eating fruit and vegetables can help us stay healthy, but many of us only eat our favourite food. That is bad for our health. 2 Drink more water and milk. Water is important to our bodies. Everyone should have about 8 glasses of water every day. Besides, kids need plenty of calcium (钙) to grow strong bones. Milk is rich in it. 3 4 When we are eating, notice how our body feels. When our stomach feels comfortably full, stop eating. Eating just about 20% less than usual can be a great help. Eating too much can make us unhealthy and fat. Limit screen time. What’s screen time? 5 The more time we spend on these activities, the less time we spend playing sports, like basketball, and doing other activities like riding and swimming. Try to spend less than 2 hours a day on screens. If we follow these rules above, we will become healthier and happier! A．Listen to our body. B．So some kind of dairy product is a good choice. C．Here are some tips you may follow. D．It means how long we watch TV, use our phones, etc. E．Remember we can keep a healthy diet by having many kinds of food. 【答案】1．C 2．E 3．B 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了保持健康的一些建议。 1．根据“So what can we do to stay healthy?”及下文给出的一些建议可知，下文介绍了保持健康的一些建议，空处是一个承上启下的句子，选项C“这里有一些你可以遵循的建议。”符合语境。故选C。 2．根据“Eat different kinds of food.”可知，此处应该和饮食有关，选项E“记住，我们可以通过吃多种食物来保持健康的饮食。”符合语境。故选E。 3．根据“Milk is rich in it.”可知，此处和乳制品有关，选项B“因此，某种乳制品是一个不错的选择。”符合语境。故选B。 4．根据“When we are eating, notice how our body feels.”可知，此处内容和身体有关，选项A“倾听我们的身体。”符合语境。故选A。 5．根据“Limit screen time. What’s screen time?”可知，此处应该解释什么是屏幕时间，选项D“它意味着我们看电视、用手机等多长时间。”符合语境。故选D。 阅读短文及文后A～E选项，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Passage 4 There are many prizes for students but now there is an award for the best teacher in the world. 1 It hopes to praise the teachers for their hard work. The organizers believe that good teachers can change the life of their students for the better. The award started in 2015. It is open to all teachers worldwide. Over 5,000 teachers from 127 countries join every year. The winner receives one million dollars to spend on education in his or her school. 2 The 2019 winner was Peter Tabichi. He teaches in a Kenya village school. His school only had 50 students. Most were from very poor families. The school had little classroom furniture and equipment. 3 Despite these problems, the teacher started a “talent club” to help the students with science. He also helped students with difficulties and their families. 4 In only three years, Tabichi’s school has growr. to 400 students. 5 He said, “For a small school in a poor area, the prize money can make a huge difference to the school, its present and future students, as well as the whole local community.” A．Tabichi was very excited to be the winner B．This award is called the Global Teacher Prize. C．There was only one slow computer with bad Internet. D．All the teachers and students of the school are cheerful. E．As a result, more teenagers have started going to the school. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．E 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍全球教师奖以及其中一位获得者Tabichi学校情况。 1．根据“It hopes to praise the teachers for their hard work.”可知，此处应该在介绍这个奖项。选项B“这个奖项被称为全球教师奖。”符合语境。故选B。 2．根据“The winner receives one million dollars to spend on education in his or her school.”可知，此处在说这所学校会怎么样。选项D“这所学校的所有老师和学生都是非常高兴的。”符合语境。故选D。 3．根据“The school had little classroom furniture and equipment.”可知，此处主要介绍学校环境较差。选项C“只有一台网速慢的电脑。”符合语境。故选C。 4．根据“He also helped students with difficulties and their families”以及“In only three years, Tabichi’s school has grown to 400 students.”可知，此处在说有哪些成果。选项E“因此，越来越多的青少年开始上学。”符合语境。故选E。 5．根据“For a small school in a poor area, the prize money can make a huge difference to the school, its present and future students, as well as the whole local community.”可知，此处在描述获得该奖项的感受。选项A“Tabichi很高兴能成为获胜者。”符合语境。故选A。 Passage 5 Many people travel to different places in the world by air. Usually it takes a long time, perhaps half a day, for passengers to stay in the plane. So airlines offer passengers food. 1 To deal with this problem, airlines try hard to improve their food. 2 However, the food itself is not the main reason. According to a scientific research, part of the reason is that at high altitude (海拔) we cannot taste things as well as we do on the ground. Also scientists have found that our noses become very dry even before a plane takes off. 3 So our taste buds become senseless. The sad fact, however, is that our noses don’t know it. 4 They also help explain why airlines choose to offer passengers salty and spicy food. Without doing so, the food would be tasteless. Now there are many researches on this. According to one of them, some volunteers are asked to lie with their feet higher than their heads for weeks. And scientists write down their feelings about food taste. 1 Because they can’t deal with the special environment successfully, such as the change in air pressure. So making food taste good is still hard for them. A．Though scientists try their best, things are not as easy as they thought. B．They would like to do so because they don’t want to lose customers. C．But it is common that the food taste is considered to be bad. D．All of these help explain why food on the plane tastes so bad. E．As the plane moves up, the change in air pressure reduces one third of our taste buds. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．E 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文主要解释了飞机上提供的食物味道差的原因，以及科学家们正在努力改变这种情况。 1．根据“So airlines offer passengers food”及“To deal with this problem”可知，此处应是与食物问题有关，选项C“但是人们普遍认为食物不好吃。”符合语境。故选C。 2．根据“To deal with this problem, airlines try hard to improve their food.”可知，此处应是与为何解决这一问题有关。选项B“他们之所以想这样做，是因为他们不想失去客户。”故选B。 3．根据“So our taste buds become senseless.”可知，此处应是与味蕾有关。选项E“随着飞机的上升，气压的变化会减少我们味蕾敏感度的三分之一。”符合语境。故选E。 4．根据“They also help explain why airlines choose to offer passengers salty and spicy food.”可知，此处应是与帮助解释了飞机上的食物味道差有关。选项D“所有这些都帮助解释了为什么飞机上的食物味道这么差。”符合语境。故选D。 5．根据“Because they can’t deal with the special environment successfully,”可知，此处应与科学家有关。选项A“尽管科学家们尽了最大努力，但这并不像他们想象的那么简单。”符合语境。故选A。 Passage 6 Every culture in the world has its own style of cooking and eating. Every culture has its own beliefs about what is good to eat and what is not. Many of these food customs started hundreds or even thousands of years ago. The diet of early humans depended on what foods they could get. For example, humans who lived near an ocean relied on the ocean for fish. 1 Over time, these foods became traditional in a culture. About ten thousand years ago, humans learned to farm. These early farmers tamed (驯化) wild cows, goats, and sheep. 2 Slowly, farming spread to other areas. The animals that farmers raised and the crops they planted depended on where they lived. 3 They learned from their neighbours or from travelers. They also learned about new cooking techniques (技巧). Travelers who went to far-away places discovered new foods. Marco Polo, for example, traveled to China and brought noodles back to Italy. Many of the new foods later became part of the traditional diet of some cultures. Cultures also developed their own techniques for eating. Thousands of years ago, people in China began using chopsticks. 4 The first eating tool used in Europe was probably seashell or a piece of wood. Later, sharp and pointed knives were used. 5 They want to make sure that their food traditions are preserved. A．They planted wheat, rice, and other grains. B．Over the years, people learned about new foods. C．They have kept this eating technique and still use them today. D．People are proud of their cultures and enjoy their traditional foods. E．Humans who lived in forest areas ate the animals they hunted. 【答案】1．E 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文主要讲述每种文化都有自己的烹饪和饮食风格，每种文化都有自己的饮食信仰，许多这些饮食习俗始于数百年甚至数千年前。 1．根据上文“The diet of early humans depended on what foods they could get.”可知，早期人类的饮食取决于他们能得到什么食物，选项E“生活在森林地区的人类以他们猎杀的动物为食。”符合语境。故选E。 2．根据上文“These early farmers tamed (驯化) wild cows, goats, and sheep.”及下文“Slowly, farming spread to other areas. The animals that farmers raised and the crops they planted depended on where they lived.”可知，此处与种植的植物有关，选项A“他们种植小麦、水稻和其他谷物。”符合语境。故选A。 3．根据下文“They learned from their neighbours or from travelers.”以及“Many of the new foods later became part of the traditional diet of some cultures.”可知，此处表示了解新的食物，选项B“多年来，人们了解了新的食物。”符合语境。故选B。 4．根据上文“Cultures also developed their own techniques for eating. Thousands of years ago, people in China began using chopsticks.”可知，此处与饮食技巧有关，选项C“他们保留了这种饮食技巧，至今仍在使用。”符合语境。故选C。 5．根据下文“They want to make sure that their food traditions are preserved.”可知，此处与饮食传统有关，选项D“人们为他们的文化感到自豪，并享受他们的传统食物。”符合语境。故选D。 Passage 7 Strawberries look nice, but a light pressure can make them out of shape. Nowadays, there are many young people who are just like strawberries. They easily break down when they face difficulties. 1 They have a common name—strawberry kids. 2 Parents and schools are a main reason. Parents do almost everything for them in their life, while schools pay more attention to their grades instead of developing their personality. Liu Yue, 13, is from Fujian. His mom hardly criticizes (批评) him and he always feels good about himself. When a teacher criticized him strictly, he felt surprised and sad. 3 Students should do something to make themselves mentally strong. An expert said, “When you are in trouble, don’t ask for help too quickly. You should try to deal with problems first by yourself. I also advise you to take an active part in sports and social activities. 4 ” Growing up is not just a happy process. 5 The most important thing is to face the pains bravely and learn from them. A．Pains also go along with it. B．He began to doubt his ability. C．That can make you mentally strong. D．Why are many students so easy to break down? E．They don’t know what to do when they are in trouble. 【答案】1．E 2．D 3．B 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文主要讲述了现在社会上有许多年轻人称为“草莓孩子”，他们遇到困难就会崩溃，文中讲述对于这些孩子们应该如何解决困难。 1．根据上文“Nowadays, there are many young people who are just like strawberries.”可知，有很多年轻人就像草莓一样承受不住压力，他们遇到困难时很容易崩溃，接下来会继续说他们不能承受压力的表现。选项E“他们不知道遇到麻烦时该怎么办。”符合语境。故选E。 2．根据下文“Parents and schools are a main reason.”可知，这一句解释了家长和学校是主要原因，则上一句应该是问年轻人容易崩溃的原因。选项D“为什么很多学生如此容易崩溃？”符合语境。故选D。 3．根据上文“His mom hardly criticizes him and he always feels good about himself.”以及下文“Students should do something to make themselves mentally strong.”可知，刘月的妈妈几乎不批评他，他总是自我感觉良好，当老师严厉地批评刘月时，他的精神就会不够强大，他不仅感到惊讶和难过，接下来会讲他的精神就不够强大的表现。选项B“他开始怀疑自己的能力”符合语境。故选B。 4．根据上文“Students should do something to make themselves mentally strong.”以及“I also advise you to take an active part in sports and social activities.”可知，专家建议学生积极参加体育和社会活动是为了让学生精神强大。选项C“这可以让你精神强大。”符合语境。故选C。 5．根据上文“Growing up is not just a happy process.”以及下文“The most important thing is to face the pains bravely and learn from them.”可知，成长不仅仅是一个快乐的过程，还要勇敢地面对痛苦，并从中吸取教训，那么成长也伴随着痛苦。选项A“痛苦也随之而来”符合语境。故选A。 Passage 8 Almost every holiday in China has its own special food. 1 But, of course, the holiday with the most special food is the Chinese New Year. On the evening before the Chinese New Year, many families get together and make Chinese dumplings. Often, a coin is put into one dumpling, and the person that finds it will get good luck. Many people also eat niangao because they think that it will give them a good year. In many places around the world, people also have special food for special days. 2 This food includes salty and sweet biscuits. On Christmas in England, many people eat goose. During some festivals, the special food is not even eaten. 3 Perhaps one of the most important special days with food is Thanksgiving in America. Thanksgiving is held on the fourth Thursday in November to give thanks for the year. 4 With the turkey, there are usually potatoes, green beans, sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce (越橘调味汁). After Thanksgiving dinner, they will have pumpkin and apple pie. There is usually so much food at a Thanksgiving dinner that it is impossible to eat it all in one meal. 5 They just eat the food that is left over from this one meal. A．For example, in Spain during the Tomato Festival, people throw tomatoes at each other! B．Americans eat many kinds of foods during this holiday, starting with turkey. C．For example, during the Mid-Autumn Festival, we eat moon cakes, and during the Dragon Boat Festival, we eat zongzi. D．Many families do not cook for several days after Thanksgiving. E．For example, on New Year’s Day in Scotland, friends bring food for good luck when they come to visit your home. 【答案】1．C 2．E 3．A 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国和其他国家在节日期间的特殊食物。 1．根据“Almost every holiday in China has its own special food.”可知，此处要举例说明在中国哪些节日有特殊的食物。C选项“例如，中秋节期间，我们吃月饼，端午节期间，我们吃粽子。”符合语境。故选C。 2．根据“In many places around the world, people also have special food for special days.”可知，此处要列举国外节日的特殊食物。E选项“例如，在苏格兰的新年那天，朋友来你家做客时，会带来食物以求好运。”符合语境。故选E。 3．根据“During some festivals, the special food is not even eaten.”可知，此处要举例哪些节日里的特殊食物不是用于吃的。A选项“例如，在西班牙，西红柿节期间，人们会互相扔西红柿！”符合语境。故选A。 4．根据“Thanksgiving is held on the fourth Thursday in November to give thanks for the year.”可知，感恩节的特殊食物是火鸡。B选项“美国人在这个节日吃很多种类的食物，首先是火鸡。”符合语境。故选B。 5．根据“There is usually so much food at a Thanksgiving dinner that it is impossible to eat it all in one meal.”及“They just eat the food that is left over from this one meal.”可知，由于感恩节大餐剩下的食物很多，所以接下来的几天人们不需要做饭。D选项“许多家庭在感恩节后几天不做饭。”符合语境。故选D。 Passage 9 Have you had a headache during a test? Have you been so worried about something that you have a headache or even can’t sleep at night? If so, then you know what stress is. Stress is what you feel when you are worried about something. 1 You may feel angry, sad, scared, or afraid—all of which can give you a stomachache or a headache. 2 Some kinds of stress are good and others are bad. Good stress might happen when you’re called to answer questions in class or when you have to give a speech. 3 For example, you may do a better job in your test if the stress pushes you to prepare better before the test. On the other hand, bad stress can happen if the stress lasts too long. You many not feel well if your parents are fighting, if a family member is sick, if you’re having problems at school, or if anything else makes you unhappy every day. That kind of stress isn’t going to help you. 4 5 Make sure you keep yourself in mind: Sleep, exercise, leisure, and food. If you get enough sleep and eat healthily, and if you exercise and leave time for fun, you’ll probably feel less stressed. A．This kind of stress can help you to get things better done. B．This worry in your mind can make your body feel bad. C．The best way to face the stress is to have a balanced life. D．And it can actually make you sick. E．However, there are different kinds of stress. 【答案】1．B 2．E 3．A 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文讲述了压力的不同类型及其对我们的影响，并提供了减轻压力的方法。 1．根据“Stress is what you feel when you are worried about something...You may feel angry, sad, scared, or afraid—all of which can give you a stomachache or a headache.”可知，压力会让你感到沮丧或不适，选项B“你心里的这种担忧会让你的身体感觉不好。” 符合语境。故选B。 2．根据“Some kinds of stress are good and others are bad.”可知，是在介绍不同种类的压力，选项E“然而，有不同种类的压力。”符合语境。故选E。 3．根据“Good stress might happen when you’re called to answer questions in class or when you have to give a speech”可知，这种正面的压力可以帮助你更好地完成任务，选项A“这种类型的压力可以帮助你更好地完成事情。”符合语境。故选A。 4．根据“On the other hand, bad stress can happen if the stress lasts too long. You many not feel well if your parents are fighting...That kind of stress isn’t going to help you.”可知，长期的负面压力实际上可能让你生病，选项D“它实际上可能会让你生病。”符合语境。故选D。 5． 根据“Make sure you keep yourself in mind: Sleep, exercise, leisure, and food. If you get enough sleep and eat healthily, and if you exercise and leave time for fun, you’ll probably feel less stressed.”可知，拥有均衡的生活可以帮助应对压力，选项C“面对压力的最佳方式是拥有平衡的生活。”符合语境。故选C。 Passage 10 “I don’t like my parents. They always tell me I should do this and should not do that. It sometimes makes me angry,” said Zhang Hua, a middle school student in Guangzhou. Perhaps your parents had the same complaints when they were your age long ago. 1 One possible reason is when your father or mother becomes a parent, he/she likes worrying about things. 2 They worry about your choice of friends, the food you eat, your work at school, etc. 3 With such hope, they will do everything they can for you. 4 It’s easier than you think. Just make sure your parents know what you’re doing. Get them to know your friends. Phone them if you stay somewhere else late so that your parents don’t call every friend in the phone book looking for you. 5 Learn to take responsibility for mistakes. Talk about your ideas with them. They may talk about theirs with you in return. Try to understand your parents. They are also practicing being parents and need help from you. They may make mistakes sometimes, but they are the person who love you always! A．They wish you to grow up healthily and happily. B．When you make mistakes, be brave to say sorry to them. C．Why do some parents seem not so friendly in children’s eyes? D．So what can you do to better your relationship with your parents? E．They worry about everything about you from the time you were born. 【答案】1．C 2．E 3．A 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文关注的是亲子关系，孩子普遍抱怨父母管束太多，分析了问题形成的原因，给出了亲子沟通的建议。 1．根据“Perhaps your parents had the same complaints when they were your age long ago.”可知，也许你的父母在你这么大的时候也有同样的抱怨。此处提到亲子关系的问题一直都有，选项C“为什么有些父母在孩子眼中看起来不那么友好？”符合语境，故选C。 2．根据“One possible reason is when your father or mother becomes a parent, he/she likes worrying about things.”可知，一个可能的原因是，当你的父亲或母亲成为父母，他/她喜欢担心的事情。此处提到父母担心，选项E“从你出生的那一刻起，他们就担心你的一切。”符合语境，故选E。 3．根据“With such hope, they will do everything they can for you.”可知，此处提到父母对孩子的期待，选项A“他们希望你健康快乐地成长。”符合语境，故选A。 4．根据“It’s easier than you think.”和后文介绍可知，介绍一些改善父母关系的方法，选项D“那么你能做些什么来改善你和父母的关系呢？”符合语境，故选D。 5．根据“Learn to take responsibility for mistakes.”可知，此处建议要学会为错误承担责任，选项B“当你犯了错误，要勇敢地说对不起。”符合语境，故选B。 Passage 11 Do you often listen to music at loud volumes (音量)? 1 Over one billion young people may end with hearing loss, because of listening to loud noise for long periods of time. Listening to music or watching a TV show at loud volumes can harm your hearing. 2 It is not safe to listen to sounds that are louder than 85 dB (分贝) for eight hours or 100 dB for 15 minutes. The sound of a busy road is about 85 dB and the sound of a rock concert can be about 100 dB． Loud noise is harmful to the inner ear. Most of us are born with about 16, 000 hair cells (毛细胞) in our inner ears. These cells notice sounds. However, listening to loud noise for a long time can make these cells work too hard and cause some of them to die. This is what causes hearing loss. 3 Some people might think that their music isn’t all that loud. 4 For example, if you are in a noisy place like the subway, you might turn up your music too loud without knowing it. Later, when you listen to it at the same volume in a quiet place, you might feel uncomfortable. Here is some advice on safe listening. Over-the-ear headphones are better than in-ear ones. 5 And remember not to listen to loud music on your headphones for a long time. Follow the 60:60 rule: listen to music at 60 percent of your headphones’ maximum (最大的) volume for no more than 60 minutes a day. A．Once this happens, it’s hard to get your hearing back. B．They do a better job of stopping outside noise, so you can listen at a lower volume. C．You should know that this habit is bad for your hearing. D．The United Nations has standards (标准) for safe listening. E．But this can depend on where you are. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．E 5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了长时间听大音量的音乐会对我们的听力造成伤害，并告诉我们听力受损的原因，提出一些安全收听音乐的建议。 1．根据“Listening to music or watching a TV show at loud volumes can harm your hearing.”可知，听大音量音乐或看电视节目会损害你的听力，选项C“你应该知道这个习惯对你的听力不好”符合语境，故选C。 2．根据后文“It is not safe to listen to sounds that are louder than 85 dB (分贝) for eight hours or 100 dB for 15 minutes.”可知，听高于85分贝8小时或100分贝15分钟是不安全的，所以此处内容与听声音的标准有关。选项D“联合国制定了安全收听标准”符合语境，故选D。 3．根据“This is what causes hearing loss.”可知，这就是导致听力损失的原因，此处谈到了听力缺失的后果，选项A“一旦发生这种情况，听力就很难恢复”符合语境，故选A。 4．根据“For example, if you are in a noisy place like the subway, you might turn up your music too loud without knowing it. Later, when you listen to it at the same volume in a quiet place, you might feel uncomfortable.”可知，此处与不同的地方有关。选项E“但是这取决于你在哪里”符合语境，故选E。 5．根据“Here is some advice on safe listening. Over-the-ear headphones are better than in-ear ones.”可知，戴耳式耳机比入耳式要好，此处谈到了原因，选项B“它们可以更好地阻止外界噪音，因此您可以以较低的音量收听”符合语境。故选B。 Passage 12 A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains is a milestone (里程碑) in the development of landscape painting in Chinese art history. 1 At the age of ten,Wang Ximeng started learning landscape painting.He was sent to serve Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty. Emperor Huizong believed Wang was very talented and taught Wang himself a lot of painting skills. With the emperor’s help, soon he made rapid progress. 2 It was said that Wang Ximeng created One Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains when he was only 18 years old. It was considered to be the finest work at that time. 3 However, Wang Ximeng died young around the age of 20. What a great pity! 4 The painting shows the importance of agriculture and the close relationship between humans and nature in ancient China. When viewing this painting, viewers can find a lot of fine details. 5 Birds, painted in a lively way, look like they are flying. This great work of art not only presents the beauty of the Chinese landscape but also provides a window into the past. It also shows the artist and the Chinese people’s wishes for a good life and bright future. A．It allows us to appreciate the rich history and culture during the Song Dynasty of China. B．Characters are as small as rice grains but you can still see children playing happily on the grass. C．It is the work of Wang Ximeng,one of the most famous artists of the Northern Song Dynasty. D．Then he was offered a chance to visit and paint the famous mountains and great rivers in China. E．One Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains is a representative of blue and green landscape painting. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．E 5．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国艺术史上风景画发展的重要里程碑——王希孟的《千里江山图》。 1．根据“A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains is a milestone (里程碑) in the development of landscape painting in Chinese art history.”结合备选选项可知，此处可能进一步介绍《千里江山图》的信息，因此C项“这是北宋最著名的艺术家之一王希孟的作品。”符合语境。故选C。 2．根据“He was sent to serve Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty. Emperor Huizong believed Wang was very talented and taught Wang himself a lot of painting skills. With the emperor’s help, soon he made rapid progress.”结合备选选项可知，此处应继续说王希孟画技见长有关的事情，因此D项“后来，他有机会去参观和画中国的名山大川。”符合语境。故选D。 3．根据“It was said that Wang Ximeng created One Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains when he was only 18 years old. It was considered to be the finest work at that time. ”结合备选选项可知，此处描述《千里江山图》的艺术价值，因此A项“它可以让我们欣赏到中国宋朝丰富的历史和文化。”符合语境。故选A。 4．根据“The painting shows the importance of agriculture and the close relationship between humans and nature in ancient China.”结合备选选项可知，此处要再提及一次《千里江山图》的意义，因此E项“《千里江山图》是青绿山水画的代表作。”符合语境。故选E。 5．根据“When viewing this painting, viewers can find a lot of fine details.”结合备选选项可知，此处应描述一些画中的细节，因此B项“人物像米粒一样小，但你仍然可以看到孩子们在草地上快乐地玩耍。”符合语境。故选B。 Passage 13 Why do we love sugar so much? Many scientists believe our love of sugar may actually be hard to stop. When we eat or drink sugary foods, the sugar enters our blood and makes us feel good. Then the good feeling goes away, leaving us wanting more. All tasty foods do this, but sugar has a very strong effect. 1 Doctors recommend we all cut down on it. “Every time I study an illness and try to find out the first cause, I find my way back to sugar,” says scientist Richard Johnson. One-third of adults worldwide have high blood pressure, and up to 347 million have diseases. 2 Our bodies are suitable to live on very little sugar. Early humans often had very little food, so their bodies learned to be very good at storing sugar as fat. 3 But today, most people have more than enough. So the thing we needed before may now be killing us. 4 We need to eat less sugar. The trouble is, in today’s world, it’s difficult to avoid. From breakfast to dinner, our foods are increasingly filled with it. 5 Many schools are replacing sugary desserts with fruit. Other schools are growing their own food in gardens, or encourage students to take more exercise. A．So what is the good way to solve it? B．It is believed that sugar is one of the causes. C．But there are those who are fighting back against sugar. D．In this way, it is in fact something harmful to our health. E．In this way, they had energy stored for when there was no food. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．E 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了人们为什么喜欢糖及糖对健康的影响。 1．根据“All tasty foods do this, but sugar has a very strong effect.”及“Doctors recommend we all cut down on it.”可知，此处是说糖的害处，选项D“这样看来，它实际上是对我们健康有害的东西。”符合语境。故选D。 2．根据“One-third of adults worldwide have high blood pressure, and up to 347 million have diseases.”可知，此处是介绍患高血压的原因，选项B“人们认为糖是其中一个原因。”符合语境。故选B。 3．根据“Early humans often had very little food, so their bodies learned to be very good at storing sugar as fat.”可知，说的是储存能量，选项E“通过这种方式，它们储存了能量，以备没有食物时使用。”符合语境。故选E。 4．根据“We need to eat less sugar.”可知，此处说的是解决问题，选项A“那么有什么好办法解决呢？”符合语境。故选A。 5．根据“Many schools are replacing sugary desserts with fruit. Other schools are growing their own food in gardens, or encourage students to take more exercise.”可知，是在介绍减少糖的摄入的方法，选项C“但也有一些人在抵制糖。”符合语境。故选C。 Passage 14 Surprise Ending A surprise ending is a way to do something unexpected at the end of a story. 1 A surprise ending can change everything we thought we knew about the story. A good surprise ending can stay with us long after we finish reading the story. 2 It encourages readers to reconsider their understanding of the characters, plot, and themes. Authors use surprise endings to make stories more challenging. 3 They help readers consider different ways of understanding the story by defying expectations. This writing skill is used in literature to make the reader really interested. O. Henry was known for his clever and unexpected endings, which have made his stories popular. 4 This skill is also used in writings like science fiction, where unpredictability and suspense are important. 5 It usually creates a memorable conclusion to a story and make you think about the story’s ending. Furthermore, it enriches the reading experience. Readers can evaluate their predictions again and engage more deeply. A．In conclusion, a surprise ending goes against what the reader expects. B．They challenge readers to think far more than what they expect. C．A good example of his endings is The Gift of the Magi. D．It is used to make a story more interesting and exciting. E．It can also make us think deeply about its meanings. 【答案】1．D 2．E 3．B 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文介绍了故事的惊喜结尾，它被用来使故事更有趣、更令人兴奋。它鼓励读者重新思考他们对人物、情节和主题的理解。 1．根据“A surprise ending is a way to do something unexpected at the end of a story.”可知，此处在介绍惊喜结尾的意义，选项D“它被用来使故事更有趣、更令人兴奋。”符合，故选D。 2．根据“It encourages readers to reconsider their understanding of the characters, plot, and themes.”可知，此处在描述惊喜结尾带给我们的影响，选项E“它还可以让我们深入思考它的含义。”符合，故选E。 3．根据“Authors use surprise endings to make stories more challenging.”可知，此处在描述惊喜结尾让故事更具挑战性，选项B“他们考验读者让其思考得更远，要超出他们的预期。”符合，故选B。 4．根据“O. Henry was known for his clever and unexpected endings, which have made his stories popular.”可知，此处在以欧·亨利为例子介绍惊喜结尾，选项C“他的结尾的一个很好的例子是《麦琪的礼物》。”符合，故选C。 5．根据本段内容可知，这段在全文总结，选项A“总之，一个出人意料的结局与读者的预期大相径庭。”符合，故选A。 Passage 15 Holding conversations may not seem like a skill. After all, we talk to people every day. But many people feel nervous when making conversations. 1     Use your body language. 2 The way you stand and act tells people a lot about you. When you’re talking with someone, stand straight and look him in the eye. When you’re listening, look at the other person, and lean（倚靠）forward to show that you’re interested in what he is saying.     Try to interact（互动）with each other. A good conversation is not a speech. 3 If you’re doing all the talking, stop to give the other persons time to speak. If they don’t say anything, try asking them a question. Maybe they’ll say something you are also interested in and can reply to. People are excited to find others with similar interests.      4 Don’t worry if the conversation has quiet moments. Think of them as chances to change the topic to something you’re interested in. 5 Or once again, you can ask a question to the other persons.     With any skill, you will improve on holding conversations with time. A．Don’t be afraid of silence. B．It means that people should talk in the conversation. C．As we all know, many conversations happen without any words. D．You could also talk about something you’ve done recently. E．Here are some ways to make a good conversation. 【答案】1．E 2．C 3．B 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了改善与人交谈技巧的一些方法。 1．根据下文各段小标题“Use your body language.”、“Try to interact（互动）with each other.”以及“With any skill, you will improve on holding conversations with time.”可知这篇文章在介绍改善谈话技巧的方法，此处的句子是一个过渡句。选项E“这儿有几个进行愉快交谈的方法。”符合题意。故选E。 2．根据上一句“Use your body language”可知这一段主要说明在谈话中肢体语言的使用，此处可说明肢体语言在何种情况下会使用。选项C“众所周知，很多谈话是在没有语言的情况下发生的。”符合题意。故选C。 3．根据上一句“A good conversation is not a speech.”可知一次愉快的谈话不是一次演讲，说明谈话是需要两人轮流交谈的。选项B“这意味着人们应该在谈话中交谈。”符合题意。故选B。 4．根据下一句“Don’t worry if the conversation has quiet moments.”可知不要担心谈话中会有冷场安静的时候，说明这一段主要让人们不要害怕安静冷场。选项A“不要害怕安静冷场。”符合题意。故选A。 5．根据上一句“Think of them as chances to change the topic to something you’re interested in.”可知我们可以把冷场当作转化成我们感兴趣的话题的机会，说明此处应是说明冷场时可以说的话。选项D“你可以谈谈你最近做的事情。”符合题意。故选D。 Passage 16 The film you see on the screen is the product of a huge amount of hard work. 1 To begin with, visual special effects make scenes real. CGI (computer-generated imagery 电子成像技术) has been widely used in film-making. Mostly, scenes with CGI are filmed in front of a green screen in the studio. Green doesn’t match any natural hair or skin. 2 This enables CGI effects to be added later. 3 You may never expect the way that these sounds are added. For example, in Jurassic Park, the sounds of different animals were mixed by a computer. The sound of the doors opening in the Star Trek films was made by pulling a piece of paper out from an envelope. A careful study of the background information also makes a film’s success. To make his film Titanic look real, the director spent six months checking plans and then built a full-sized model ship. 4 He even went down to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean to see what was left of the ship. The above may not include all the work behind the scenes. What we see on the cinema screen is just small parts of film-making. 5 They have worked for months and even years so that you can have two hours of enjoyment! A．Next time when watching a film, will you think about the talented people behind the scenes? B．Do you know most of the work takes place behind the scenes? C．He talked to historians to make sure that the details were correct. D．Actors can be easily separated from the background by a computer. E．Another important part of a film is sound effects. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．E 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了电影制作以及使用的一些技巧。 1．根据“The film you see on the screen is the product of a huge amount of hard work”可知你在屏幕上看到的这部电影是经过大量努力的结果，选项B“你知道大部分工作都是在幕后进行的吗”符合语境。故选B。 2．根据“Green doesn’t match any natural hair or skin”可知绿色与任何自然的头发或皮肤都不相配，故此处内容和背景有关，选项D“演员可以很容易地被电脑从背景中分离出来”符合语境。故选D。 3．根据“You may never expect the way that these sounds are added”可知此处内容和声音有关，选项E“电影的另一个重要部分是音效”符合语境。故选E。 4．根据“the director spent six months checking plans and then built a full-sized model ship”可知导演花了六个月的时间检查计划，然后建造了一艘全尺寸的模型船，故此处介绍导演付出的努力，选项C“他与历史学家进行了交谈，以确保细节是正确的”符合语境。故选C。 5．根据“What we see on the cinema screen is just small parts of film-making”可知我们在电影院屏幕上看到的只是电影制作的一小部分，选项A“下次看电影时，你会想到幕后的天才吗”符合语境。故选A。 Passage 17 Tired after eating? After a busy morning, lunch can feel like just something necessary but sometimes it also makes you want to take a break at your desk. 1 This is because when humans eat, our blood sugar level is raised after receiving energy from food, which may cause tiredness after meal. Feeling tired can make it hard to focus on the rest of your studies and activities. Here’s why and how to improve the situation. 2 Some people overeat instead of stopping when they feel full. For example, when having buffet, people often eat more than they expect. 3 Because we usually feel tired after working the whole morning without breakfast. This will make us eat more at lunch. The make up of certain foods can also cause you to feel tired. If you had a meal high in fat, such as a hamburger or a pizza, that could make you feel tired. Meals high in added sugar can have the same effect. 4 If you don’t get enough sleep, your body increases production of ghrelin, which sends a “feed me” signal to your brain. Not getting enough rest can also have a bad influence on your decision making skills. 5 A．It’s normal to feel tired after lunch. B．So make sure you sleep for eight to ten hours every night. C．A common reason for feeling tired after a meal is eating too much. D．However, not eating breakfast can also lead to overeating later in the day. E．So taking a walk after a big meal is a great way to make you feel less tired. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．D 4．E 5．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了为什么人们在饭后感到疲倦，并提供了改善这种情况的建议。 1．根据上文“lunch can feel like just something necessary but sometimes it also makes you want to take a break at your desk.”可知，此处是描述和午饭相关的事情。选项A“午饭后感到疲倦是正常的。”符合语境。故选A。 2．根据下文“Some people overeat instead of stopping when they feel full.”可知，此处描述的内容是关于吃得过多。选项C“饭后感到疲倦的一个常见原因是吃得太多。”符合语境。故选C。 3．根据下文“Because we usually feel tired after working the whole morning without breakfast.”可知，此处描述的内容和不吃早饭有关。选项D“然而，不吃早餐也会导致一天中晚些时候暴饮暴食。”符合语境。故选D。 4．根据上文“The make up of certain foods can also cause you to feel tired...Meals high in added sugar can have the same effect.”可知，如果你吃了一顿高脂肪的饭，会感到疲惫，空处应是描述解决疲惫的办法。选项E“所以饭后散步是让你感觉不那么疲倦的好方法。”符合语境。故选E。 5．根据上文“If you don’t get enough sleep…”可知，此处是描述休息不足和饮食的关系。选项B“所以确保你每晚睡八到十个小时。”符合语境。故选B。 Passage 18 All around the world there are small changes taking place at the side of roads behind school playgrounds and on all kinds of land across towns and cities. 1 They are becoming a great place for both wildlife and local people who may not easily get close to nature in daily lives. This is the Tiny Forests movement. 2 Tiny Forests first appeared as an idea in the 1970s. As the scientists went on to share the idea with others, it soon took off in many places in Asia and Europe. 1 In fact, the movement focuses on urban areas where getting close to nature is not that easy. In a Tiny Forest, there must be at least 600 trees, and trees are planted much closer together and without chemicals. 2 This can help make sure that tiny forests grow up to ten times faster than other forests, which means they attract more wildlife. People see it as a chance to try to break the growing disconnect between people and the nature. It’s also thought these places could help reduce the risk of flooding, remove carbon from the air and fight climate change. 3 Now more and more countries are considering becoming part of the movement, which means more tiny forests will appear soon. A．So how does it work? B．Tiny forests like the size of tennis courts are appearing. C．It hopes to show that best things in life really come in small actions. D．It is even said to be useful in improving the health of the local people. E．There are usually around 30 different kinds of trees from the local area. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．E 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了小森林运动。 1．根据“They are becoming a great place for both wildlife and local people who may not easily get close to nature in daily lives”可知它们正成为野生动物和当地人的好地方，选项B“像网球场大小的小森林正在出现”符合语境。故选B。 2．根据“This is the Tiny Forests movement”可知此处介绍小森林运动，选项C“它希望表明，生活中最好的事情真的来自小行动”符合语境。故选C。 3．根据“In fact, the movement focuses on urban areas where getting close to nature is not that easy. In a Tiny Forest...”可知本段介绍小森林运动是如何运作的，选项A“那么，它是如何工作的呢”符合语境。故选A。 4．根据“In a Tiny Forest, there must be at least 600 trees, and trees are planted much closer together and without chemicals.”可知此处介绍小森林里的树木，选项E“当地通常有大约30种不同的树木”符合语境。故选E。 5．根据“It’s also thought these places could help reduce the risk of flooding, remove carbon from the air and fight climate change.”可知此处介绍小森林运动的好处，选项D“据说它甚至有助于改善当地人民的健康”符合语境。故选D。 Passage 19 Graduation means a time for receiving gifts. No matter you are from high school or college, you will need to send a thank you card to everyone who sends a gift. 1 . When to Write a Graduation Thank You Card 1 If possible, do it within a few days. Although it is proper to wait up a month after graduation, the longer you wait the more difficult it will be. Why Writing a Thank You Card Whenever someone takes the time to choose a gift for you, thanking the person is the right thing to do, even if you don't like the gift. 1 Record Information About All Gifts 1 This is necessary because you need to be certain about these pieces of information in the thank you card. 2 Remember to thank the people who supported you the most as you first stepped foot in a classroom, stood by you throughout your education, and celebrated all your achievements. You should send a message to your family to show your thanks because they are always there for you. A．You had better write a thank you card as soon as possible after receiving a graduation gift. B．Thank You Card to the Family. C．They probably won't expect it, but a thank you card from you will make them happy. D．After receiving the gift, write down what the gift is and who has sent it to you. E．You should at least let them know you are thankful to them. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．E 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文主要就在毕业之际如何写感谢卡提出建议。 1．根据“you will need to send a thank you card to everyone who sends a gift.”可知，建议寄感谢卡。C项“他们可能不会期待，但你的一张感谢卡会让他们高兴。”符合题意。故选C。 2．根据“When to Write a Graduation Thank You Car”可知，要回答何时写。A项“收到毕业礼物后，你最好尽快写一张感谢卡。”符合题意。故选A。 3．根据“thanking the person is the right thing to do, even if you don't like the gift.”可知，收到感谢卡，要感谢。E项“你至少应该让他们知道你很感激他们。”符合题意。故选E。 4．根据“This is necessary because you need to be certain about these pieces of information in the thank you card.”可知，要确定感谢卡中的这些信息。D项“收到礼物后，写下礼物是什么以及是谁送给你的。”符合题意。故选D。 5．根据“You should send a message to your family to show your thanks because they are always there for you.”可知，要感谢家人。B项“给家人的感谢卡。”符合题意。故选B。 Passage 20 The winter holiday is coming. Don’t know what to do? Well, here are some books for you! 1 The Cop and the Anthem by O. Henry （American） You can read a story about Soapy, a homeless man in New York City. At first, he wants to be caught by the policeman so that he can have somewhere warm to stay instead of sleeping out in the cold winter. 1 However, when he wants to change himself and decides to be a better man, he is sent to prison. The Million Pound Note by Mark Twain （American） You can know the experience of a poor young man Henry Adams. 1 They make a bet（打赌）to see what will happen to Henry Adams with so much money. To their surprise, he isn’t caught by the police. Instead, he lives a happy life because of the one-million bank note. The Diamond Necklace by Maupassant （French） 1 Her husband asks her to go to a party, so she borrows a diamond necklace（项链）from her rich friend to show off her beauty. But she loses the necklace. 2 At the end of the story, she gets to know that the necklace is actually not made of real diamond. The necklace changes her whole life. A．It takes her ten years of hard work to pay for it. B．Just pick one of them, and you are sure to enjoy it! C．He gets a one-million bank note from two rich men. D．It’s a story about a woman who is beautiful but poor. E．He tries hard, but the police doesn’t send him to prison. 【答案】1．B 2．E 3．C 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了寒假要读的三本书，以及作者和故事梗概。 1．根据“Don’t know what to do? Well, here are some books for you!”及下文的内容可知，介绍了寒假要读的三本书，所以此处应是承上启下的一句话，B选项“随便挑一个，你一定会喜欢的”符合，故选B。 2．根据“At first, he wants to be caught by the policeman so that he can have somewhere warm to stay instead of sleeping out in the cold winter.”以及“However, when he wants to change himself and decides to be a better man, he is sent to prison.”可知，起初想被警察抓到监狱里，但是没有成功，反而最后想成为一名好人时被送进了监狱，E选项“他很努力，但警察没有把他送进监狱”符合，故选E。 3．根据“so much money”可知，此处应提到他得到了一笔财富，C选项“他从两个富人那里得到一张一百万美元的钞票”符合，故选C。 4．根据“Her husband asks her to go to a party”可知，故事开头应提到一个女人，D选项“这是一个关于一个美丽但贫穷的女人的故事”符合，故选D。 5．根据“But she loses the necklace.”可知，弄丢了项链，所以要赚钱赔付这个项链，A选项“她辛苦工作了十年才付得起这笔钱”符合，故选A。 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $