专题 J822 Unit 2 Amazing China 阅读理解（说明文&议论文）-【题型易-必考题型精练】2025-2026学年八年级下学期英语 话题中心题型梯度特训（译林版）

考前语法精练 专题J822阅读理解 单元话题特训（新教材译林版） Unit 2 Amazing China 魅力中国 姓名：___________班级：___________座号：___________ 内容提要 初阶练手 进阶提升 能力突破 Passage 1 Nanjing Yunjin is a famous traditional Chinese textile (纺织品) with a long history. It dates back to the Three Kingdoms period. Yunjin is known for its beautiful patterns and bright colours. It takes a lot of time and effort to make Yunjin. Every piece of Yunjin is made by hand, and the process includes many steps. In the past, Yunjin was only used by emperors and nobles. Now, it has become popular among ordinary people. Many people buy Yunjin as souvenirs or use it to make clothes, scarves and other items. Yunjin has also been introduced to other countries. It has become a symbol of Chinese culture. To protect this traditional art, the local government has taken many measures. There are special schools where students can learn how to make Yunjin. Also, some museums display Yunjin works to let more people know about this wonderful art form. 1. What is Nanjing Yunjin famous for? A．Its long history. B．Its beautiful patterns and bright colours. C．Its cheap price. D．Its easy-making process. 2. Who used Yunjin in the past? A．Emperors and nobles. B．Ordinary people. C．Students. D．Foreigners. 3. What do people use Yunjin for now? A．As souvenirs. B．To make clothes. C．To make scarves and other items. D．All of the above. 4. What has the local government done to protect Yunjin? A．Built many factories to produce Yunjin. B．Set up special schools and museums. C．Stopped people from buying foreign textiles. D．Forced young people to learn how to make Yunjin. Passage 2 Nanjing is a city that carries thousands of years of Chinese history. It lies in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River and has long been one of the most popular tourist attractions in China. Many people come to explore its ancient buildings, wonderful views and colourful culture. Around the old city centre stands a huge stone wall with a history of over 600 years. It is one of the longest and bestprotected city walls in the world. Walking slowly on the top of the wall, visitors can enjoy a clear and beautiful view of the whole city. Old buildings and modern streets come together, making people feel time has stopped. Nanjing used to be the capital of several dynasties in ancient China. It is also very proud of the Confucius Temple, which attracts thousands of visitors every year. At night, many people like to take a quiet boat trip along the Qinhuai River. The bright lights and old buildings along the river make them feel like travelling back to the old days. No matter when you come to Nanjing, you will always find something amazing. The city successfully mixes traditional culture and modern life. Every year, millions of visitors from home and abroad come to visit and fall in love with this special old city. 1. How old is the city wall around Nanjing’s old city centre? A．About 100 years. B．Over 600 years. C．Nearly 1,000 years. D．More than 2,000 years. 2. What do many people like to do along the Qinhuai River at night? A．Take a boat trip. B．Visit big museums. C．Climb high mountains. D．Buy old paintings. 3. What can we learn about Nanjing from the passage? A．It is far away from the Yangtze River. B．It has one of the bestprotected city walls. C．It only has modern buildings and streets. D．Few foreign visitors come to the city. 4. What is the best title for the passage? A．A wonderful trip to the Silk Road B．Famous gardens in Suzhou C．The amazing city of Nanjing D．How to build a strong city wall Passage 3 Suzhou is famous for its classical gardens in China and even around the world. For hundreds of years, these gardens have been the favourite places for visitors to relax and enjoy natural beauty. They are not only places of interest but also important artworks of Chinese culture. The gardens are special because their designs fully show the beauty of nature. You can find beautiful rocks, small ponds, green hills and old trees everywhere. The buildings have light grey roofs and white walls, making the whole garden look like a lively Chinese landscape painting. No matter where you stand in the garden, you will always enjoy a peaceful and perfect picture. In ancient times, the gardens were built for rich families to rest and receive friends. Today, they are open to all visitors. Walking through the small paths and crossing the stone bridges, you can slow down and feel calm. The noise of the busy world seems far away. Every year, thousands of visitors from home and abroad come to visit Suzhou’s classical gardens. They are well worth visiting. If you want to enjoy traditional Chinese art and feel peaceful in your heart, Suzhou’s gardens are always the best choice for you. 1. What is Suzhou famous for according to the passage? A．Modern theme parks. B．Classical gardens. C．Long stone walls. D．Busy business streets. 2. Why are Suzhou’s gardens special? A．Because they have very high buildings. B．Because their designs show natural beauty. C．Because they were built for the kings. D．Because they are very new and modern. 3. What were the gardens used for in ancient times? A．Places for trading goods. B．Schools for young children. C．Resting places for rich families. D．Factories for making clothes. 4. What can we infer from the passage? A．The gardens make people feel peaceful. B．Few foreign visitors like the gardens. C．The gardens are noisy and crowded. D．All the gardens look the same. Passage 4 It has been forty years since China’s Reform and Opening-up (改革开放). Let’s see how China has changed through the years. 1978—1988: New Look In a 1978 Japanese documentary (纪录片) China’s New Look, there was a scene showing Chinese people’s life back then. In front of an old-fashioned TV set, some Shanghainese gathered around to watch a TV show. In 1981, only one out of every 170 city families in China had a color TV. 1988—1998: ________ In October 1990, the first McDonald’s on the Chinese mainland opened for business in Shenzhen. It quickly became the hottest tourist spot (旅游景点). Many Chinese customers waited in line and shouted to the shop assistant, “I want 10 Big Macs, ” recalled a waiter at McDonald’s at that time. 1998—2008: Here Comes WTO For many Chinese, the year 2001 was very unforgettable. It marked the start of a new millennium (一千年) and led to a whole new era (时代) as China joined the World Trade Organization (WTO). From 2001 to 2017, China’s average (平均) growth of the import (进口) of goods and services was more than twice the world's average. 2008—2018：New Beginning Shanghai, a city with a long-time business culture, is always a step ahead in China's foreign trade. With the successful hosting of China’s first import expo (展览会) in November 2018, the city went on to develop China’s import business. The expo will be remembered as a new beginning for China’s import history. 1. Which picture shows the scene of China’s New Look? A． B． C． D． 2. Which of the following can be put in “1988—1998: ________? A．West Meets East B．New Way of Living C．All Over the World D．Never Forget Old Times 3. What can we learn after China joined the WTO? A．Chinese people began to travel abroad. B．China’s imports grew very fast. C．China became more and more popular. D．Foreigners bought a lot of products from China. 4. When and where was China’s first import expo held? A．In Shanghai, in November 2001. B．In Shenzhen, in November 2001. C．In Shanghai, in November 2018. D．In Shenzhen, in November 2018. Passage 5 The Qingming Festival is a traditional Chinese festival. It is believed to have a history of about 2,500 years. Over the centuries, Chinese people have developed colorful traditions, like flying kites, eating cold food and going on spring outings. The most important tradition of the festival is sweeping tombs (扫墓). The Qingming Festival usually falls on April 4 or 5. It falls on April 4 this year. On April 3, a middle school in Suzhou held a special activity for students—a hike to Suzhou Martyrs’ Cemetery (苏州烈士陵园). At 6:30 in the morning, more than 2,000 teachers and students set off from the starting point. They hiked for 20 kilometers until they reached Suzhou Martyrs’ Cemetery. When they arrived there, they swept tombs and offered flowers to pay respects to the revolutionary martyrs (革命烈士). Starting in 1995, the 20-kilometer hike is a traditional ideological and political class (思政课) of the school. “We hope students can not only learn about the revolutionary martyrs from books, but also experience and touch history on the spot (实地),” the school’s headmaster said. “Although it has been a difficult trip, I would like to say that what I did is very meaningful.” said Zhao Mingyu, a student from Grade 8. “I deeply realize that we can’t live a happy life today without the revolutionary martyrs.” 1. Which of the following is the most important tradition of the Qingming Festival? A．Flying kites. B．Eating cold food. C．Sweeping tombs. D．Going on spring outings. 2. Why did the school start the 20-kilometer hike? A．To help students live a happy life. B．To help students learn to face difficulties. C．To help students develop colorful traditions. D．To help students experience and touch history on the spot. 3. How did the writer describe the activity in Paragraph 2? A．By offering numbers. B．By showing reasons. C．By providing details. D．By making up stories. 4. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The Qingming Festival falls on April 5 this year. B．The 20-kilometer hike started in 2000. C．It took the students 3 hours to finish the hike. D．Zhao Mingyu thought the hike was difficult but meaningful. Passage 6 January 20, 2025, a Chinese tech company named DeepSeek made a new AI called DeepSeek-R1. This smart program can solve math problems, write code, and answer questions like top models such as Open AI’s GPT-40, but it costs much less to build. The team spent only $5.58 million (1/70 of Open AI’s cost) and used 2,048 computer chips for two months. This shows that good ideas can beat big money. DeepSeek-R1 learns by trying many times and getting better, like how students practice maths. Other AIs need lots of prepared examples, but R1 improves by itself. For example, in a global math test, it got 79.8% right, slightly higher than Open AI’s model. A simple version of R1 can even run on low-cost computers, helping schools and small companies. DeepSeek-R1 is free to use and change. On its first day online, over 19,000 programmers worldwide started projects to study it. A German scientist said experiments with R1 cost $10 instead of $300 with other AIs. Even Meta (a famous US tech company) top scientist said, “This kind of free AI could change the world.” US tech companies are worried. Meta plans to spend $65 billion more on AI research. Experts say China is catching up fast. A report in Nature magazine called R1 a “big step forward”, proving that smart ideas beat expensive tools. As a DeepSeek engineer said, “We want AI to be a friend, not something only rich people can use.” With R1, China shows the world that great things come from new ideas and hard work, not just money. 1. What do the underlined words mean in Paragraph 2? A．It becomes better through practice. B．It copies answers from other AIs. C．It needs programmers to fix mistakes. D．It only works with expensive tools. 2. What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explain how computer chips work. B．To introduce a low-cost AI model from China. C．To encourage students to become programmers. D．To compare Chinese and American AI technologies. 3. Why did Meta plan to spend more money on AI research? A．To help more Chinese companies. B．To build more computer chips. C．To make more progress ahead of DeepSeek. D．To hire more German scientists. 4. What does the writer think is the most important for success? A．Creativity and hard work. B．Having enough money. C．The latest computer chips. D．Copying other countries’ ideas. Passage 7 Do you know which social app Chinese young people use a lot now? “Short videos” are certainly the most popular. Some users use Tik Tok and Kuaishou. They think it is fun to share short videos about their lives, while others have other purposes as well. As some videos are about the latest news, a group of users depend on them to get information. To some other users, they have a different purpose. “Because I can’t spend many hours watching a whole video and I’m not a very patient person. I don’t like waiting for a program to end. I like to watch short videos of wonderful parts in program.” said Wang Zhihao. However, some young Chinese feel bored with some short videos. “Killing time is the main reason for me to watch the short videos, but many are almost the same, so I think it is a waste of time. What’s more, I really don’t like the videos which show odd even dangerous things,” said Wen Nan, another college student. Recently, something else has happened. Some videos are telling people what products are worth buying. But after they buy the products, they may feel sorry soon. So they should think twice. Some short videos even sell bad products, but these sellers won’t let you get your money back. 1. According to the second paragraph, we know that _________. A．users share videos with friends B．all the videos are about the latest news C．users spend many hours watching a whole video D．users like to watch some important parts of videos 2. What does the underlined word “odd” in paragraph 3 probably mean? A．interesting B．strange C．expensive D．useful 3. This passage is most probably from ________. A．a travel guide B．a science magazine C．a cultural book D．a TV advertisement 4. What’s the passage mainly about? A．To introduce how to make short videos. B．To discuss the methods of using short videos. C．To tell the importance of using short videos. D．To show the different purposes（目的）of using short videos. Passage 8 In a recent discovery (发现), archaeologists (考古学家) found the ruins (废墟) of an important ancient city! These ruins, found in Baliqiao, Henan, are about 3,700 years old. They are from the Xia Dynasty, which is the earliest known dynasty in China. This discovery helps fill in some pieces of history and helps us see the bigger picture of the Xia Dynasty. The Baliqiao ruins are large, covering about 1.35 million square metres. So far, archaeologists have dug up around 1,800 square metres since they started their work in 2022. They found many interesting things, like walls, roads, and even pottery (陶器), which show that people there were skilled and had a rich culture. What makes the Baliqiao ruins even more exciting is their connection to another place called the Erlitou ruins, which people discovered in 1959 and are known for helping us understand the early days of China. Researchers believe that the culture of the Xia Dynasty spread far and wide, including Baliqiao. Liang Fawei, an archaeologist, explained that the objects found at both places are very alike, showing the influence (影响) of the Xia Dynasty on the Baliqiao area. Nowadays, as researchers continue to dig at the Baliqiao ruins, we can look forward to more treasures from the past. They may help us understand how ancient people lived, what they believed in, and how the Xia Dynasty shaped early China. With each new find, they're piecing together the story of ancient China. 1. Which of the following words can we use to describe the Baliqiao ruins? ① Old.      ② Cool.     ③ Simple.  ④ Important. A．① ② B．③ ④ C．① ④ D．② ③ 2. How does the writer show that the Baliqiao ruins are large? A．By telling stories. B．By using numbers. C．By giving examples. D．By showing pictures. 3. What does the underlined word “which” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The Erlitou ruins. B．The Baliqiao ruins. C．The culture of the Baliqiao ruins. D．The connection to the Erlitou ruins. 4. Why did the writer write the passage? A．To show an important discovery. B．To make an amazing connection. C．To introduce an interesting city in China. D．To remember an ancient period in history. Passage 9 Amazing Chinese Projects China has built many amazing projects in recent years. These projects show China’s great development and strength. Let’s know about two of them. —The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge It is the longest cross-sea bridge in the world. It is 55 kilometres long and connects Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macao. It was opened to traffic in 2018. Before the bridge was built, people had to take a ferry to travel between the three places, which took a long time. Now, it only takes about 40 minutes to drive from Hong Kong to Zhuhai. The bridge makes the travel between the three places much easier and faster. —Fuxing High-speed Train It is China’s latest high-speed train. It can run at a speed of up to 350 kilometres per hour. Fuxing trains have been running on many high-speed railways in China since 2017. They are more comfortable and safer than the old ones. With Fuxing trains, people can travel around China quickly. For example, it only takes about 4.5 hours to go from Beijing to Shanghai by Fuxing train. These amazing projects are just a small part of China’s development. China is still developing fast and will build more great projects in the future. 1. How long is the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge? A．40 kilometres. B．55 kilometres. C．350 kilometres. D．2000 kilometres. 2. When was the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge opened to traffic? A．In 2017. B．In 2018. C．In 2019. D．In 2020. 3. What’s the maximum speed of the Fuxing High-speed Train? A．40 km per hour. B．55 km per hour. C．350 km per hour. D．450 km per hour. 4. How long does it take to go from Beijing to Shanghai by Fuxing train? A．About 4.5 hours. B．About 5 hours. C．About 6 hours. D．About 7 hours. Passage 10 In December 2024, the Spring Festival was added to the list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, making the 2025 Spring Festival even more meaningful and drawing more people’s attention to traditional Chinese culture. In Chinese celebrations, whether it is an important birthday or a traditional festival, one of the most typical elements (元素) is the lucky symbols. To most Chinese, when it comes to lucky symbols, the top three are surely fu, lu and shou, which are sometimes called the three gods. During Chinese New Year, we would put up red squares with the character fu on them. Some people would put their fu character upside down. In Chinese when we say the fu character is upside down, it sounds like good luck has arrived. Lu often has to do with one’s job and richness. Lu refers to well pay and ranks (等级) in ancient China. Hulu, gourds (葫芦), sounds like hulu（护禄） which means protecting lu. So traditionally, people use gourds to scare away bad spirits and illnesses and keep rich and successful. Shou means long-lived life. Even nowadays when someone is having their holiday celebration, we would call this person shouxing, a god. At birthday parties for elder people, we often see peaches. That’s because according to the legend (传说), the Queen Mother of the West grows peaches in her own garden, and whoever gets to eat these peaches will live forever. Besides the three, lucky symbols can be easily found in the food we eat. For the Chinese New Year dinner, most families would have fish because the character fish sounds like surplus (有余). In southern China, niangao, a kind of rice cake is a lucky food because niangao sounds like getting higher every year. And for Lantern Festival, we have tangyuan, a kind of sticky rice dumplings. They are round shapes and the pronunciation of the food symbolizes being together. 1. The writer mainly tells us about _______. A．typical Chinese traditional festivals B．Chinese lucky symbols C．the secrets of richness and success D．traditional Chinese eating culture 2. Which of the following symbols means good luck has arrived? A． B． C． D． 3. When a Chinese person wants to get a better job, he or she may ______. A．wear a gourd with him or her B．grow peaches in his or her garden C．call the god, shouxing, for help D．have tangyuan with family often 4. The structure of the passage may be _______. （Para.1＝① Para.2＝② Para.3＝③ Para.4＝④ Para.5＝⑤ Para.6＝⑥ ） A． B． C． D． Passage 11 Should we hand over every job to machines? Should we develop non-human minds that might become more intelligent than humans and finally replace (代替) us? Should we risk losing control of our own future? These questions were asked by many scientists in a science meeting. In most people’s minds, the rapid development of AI is of great help to humans. For example, AI has helped humans develop new medicines and design new materials to help with climate change. When ChatGPT was first open to the public, it gained a million users in just one week; with that number quickly growing to 100 million within two months. It was widely used to do things like writing articles and creating speeches. However, some have started to worry. Will AI go against humans one day? Will AI take our place and all the people lose their jobs? Will bad people use AI to harm others? These worries make scientists stop developing AI and start to think about better ways to use this technology. Most of them agree that laws should be made to make sure that AI is used safely. Many governments are already taking action, though differently. For example, the UK, as well as the USA, opens its arms for AI without any rules other than present ones because it regards it as a huge market. But Germany is more careful. It puts uses of AI in different areas into different levels of risk. Uses in some areas are not allowed, and companies that break the rules will be punished (惩罚). Making laws is the government’s duty. For us common people, it may be more important to think about how we can work more effectively with AI. 1. Why do the UK and the USA open their arms for AI? A．Because they think AI brings good business. B．Because they have a large market. C．Because they have the best AI technology. D．Because they think AI is safe enough. 2. What can we know from Paragraph 6? A．The UK and the USA don’t have rules for AI. B．Different countries deal with AI in different ways. C．Germany does not allow any use of AI. D．All countries are still thinking about AI rules. 3. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A．Many governments agreed to stop developing AI. B．ChatGPT was used by up to 100 million people within two months. C．The UK and Germany handle AI in the same way. D．AI can solve major climate change problems. 4. What may the writer talk about next? A．How will AI develop in the future? B．Why do we need laws for AI use? C．How can people work together with AI? D．How does AI help solve problems? Passage 12 Shanghai is a main place for investment (投资) by international theme park companies, for they hope to make use of China’s growing entertainment (娱乐) and travel markets. The success of earlier parks has made it easier for more brands (品牌) to set up in Shanghai. For example, Shanghai Disney Resort welcomes over 14 million visitors each year and the number keeps growing. At the same time, LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort was open in 2025. The park includes eight themed areas with 2,889 LEGO models made from over 85 million LEGO bricks. It includes special Chinese features. For example, it has the world’s first “Monkie Kid” area, based on the classical Chinese novel Journey to the West. John Jakobsen, an officer of LEGOLAND Resort, said the company chose Shanghai because of the Yangtze River Delta, which also includes Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui Provinces. It may bring nearly 55 million possible customers (顾客), showing the strength of China’s market. Two more theme parks are also coming to Shanghai. Warner Bros has teamed up with Jinjiang International to build a “Making of Harry Potter” studio tour. It is planned to open in 2027 with an investment of 2.8 billion yuan. Unlike the ones in London and Tokyo, it will include Chinese colour and new technology. Another theme park, based on the popular cartoon show “Peppa Pig”, is also being planned. China will hasten investment projects and work harder to support new types of cultural businesses and develop the tourism industry. “China has a huge customer base of young people and families who are strongly interested in wonderful entertainment experiences and are willing to pay for high-quality joyful times,” said Dai Bin, president of the China Tourism Academy. Shanghai’s fast-growing theme parks, like “Harry Potter” and “Peppa Pig” projects, show China’s big market and government-supported growth. By mixing culture with new ideas, they are changing fun parks around the world. They have a brighter future. 1. According to Jakobsen, why did LEGOLAND Resort choose Shanghai for its new park? A．Because of the beautiful environment in Shanghai. B．Because of the history and traditional culture of Shanghai. C．Because Shanghai may attract large numbers of customers. D．Because it could get more support from the Chinese government. 2. What does the underlined word “hasten” mean? A．Give away. B．Give up. C．Slow down. D．Speed up. 3. What’s the purpose of the article? A．To report on Shanghai’s growing theme parks. B．To record different theme parks in Shanghai. C．To warn about Shanghai’s over-investment in theme parks. D．To win a lot of support of developing cultural industry. 4. What’s the writer’s attitude (态度) towards the future of Shanghai’s theme parks? A．Hopeful. B．Worried. C．Curious. D．Unsure. Passage 13 Have you ever wondered what else you can do on the train besides sleeping or scrolling through your phone? Actually, in China, trains have turned into centres which bring together the public and the nation’s intangible cultural heritage (ICH). Trains go across China and they are becoming ideal places for introducing local traditional culture. A good example is the K7041 train from Harbin to Mohe in Northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Oroqen folk songs and his partner played the Oroqen jaw harp, a musical instrument. Tourists on the train, especially those from southern China, sang and danced excitedly with the two performers (表演者) together. Gulayier said the train made it easier to hold tourists’ attention to his shows. He thought the train was a good platform for promoting (促进) ICH. Traditional heritage comes to life on trains. More ICH, such as Qinhuai lanterns from Nanjing, Yulin puppet shows, and tea-picking operas in Guangxi have also made appearances on high-speed trains across China. It offers passengers a close-up way to experience traditional culture. Professor Xiao Fang from Beijing Normal University shares Gulayier’s opinion on the new use of ICH trains. He has pointed out another advantage of this. Beyond cultural promotion, it offers help for tourism. When passengers enjoy local traditions on board, they often develop a deeper interest in exploring the places they pass through. However, the ICH train journeys still have challenges, including the narrow space on trains and passengers getting on and off at each station. Therefore, some solutions are coming up—cultural corners show traditional arts, and QR codes connect to more digital information. These help passengers to explore ICH at their own pace and continue learning after their journey ends. The success of ICH trains offers valuable lessons for cultural protection worldwide, proving that innovation (革新) and tradition can work together to keep cultural heritage alive for future generations. 1. What is the fresh experience for passengers on the K7041 train? A．Travelling farther north. B．Joining in live shows. C．Wearing traditional clothes. D．Having fun on the phone. 2. What do Gulayier and Professor Xiao both agree on? A．ICH encourages more local visits. B．Trains help make ICH more popular. C．ICH improves the Chinese train journeys. D．Passengers welcome performers on ICH trains. 3. What does Paragraph 5 mention about the ICH train journeys? A．Their features and influence. B．Their reasons. C．Their problems and methods. D．Their future and improvement. 4. What can be the best title for the passage? A．Trains push China’s cultural heritage further B．China puts arms around local artists on ICH trains C．More ICH trains begin running on railways in China D．Train passengers share different local cultures of China Passage 14 For most tourists, travel is often about visiting famous places, buying souvenirs (纪念品), and following well-planned timetables. However, for China’s Gen Z, the meaning of travel has changed. They don’t just want to enjoy the sightseeing. Instead, this generation sees travel as a way of self-expression, a chance to have special experiences to show who they are. Tourist areas are now paying more attention to the feelings and needs of young travellers. This change has been noticed. Dai Bin, the president of the China Tourism Academy, points out that young people in China are now travelling to “please themselves” rather than “please others”. Their feelings matter more than just visiting famous places. Dai says that trends (趋势) like planning their own trips and designing their own experiences are becoming popular. Young travellers want to move faster, go further, and explore more freely. Take the ice and snow tourism as an example. Young travellers are no longer happy with simply enjoying the views of snow—they want to take part in ice and snow activities. During the winter season in Harbin, besides the traditional ice and snow art, going down ice slides, having fun in the music parties at ice and snow theme parks and the city’s “disco bars” nightlife experience are becoming more and more popular. Tourist areas need to change their plans to follow the direction of travelling habits. Hengdian World Studios in Zhejiang Province is a big place where movies are made. It is attracting young visitors by letting them experience what it’s like to be in a movie. With activities like “Step into the Movies”, visitors can see how movies are made from start to finish. The studios use famous scenes from movies and TV shows to create fun experiences. This lets visitors enjoy the whole area in just one hour without feeling bored. It makes their visit more exciting and fun, like they are part of a movie. The growth of immersive (沉浸式的) travel is not just about movie experiences. In Luoyang, Henan Province, young travellers wear hanfu to feel like they are part of history. Some local families work with skilled traditional artists to offer workshops where visitors can learn skills like paper-cutting and dough figurine making (捏面人). This makes their travel experiences more personal and interesting. Gen Z’s travel habits are changing, and tourist areas are creating new ways to give immersive and personal experiences that help them feel closer to the culture and history, mixing old traditions with modern activities is changing the future of tourism in China, making trips more exciting and fun for young visitors. 1. Which of the following is a new popular activity among young travellers in winter in Harbin? A．Enjoying the snow views. B．Going down ice slides. C．Stepping into the movies. D．Making dough figurines. 2. According to the whole passage, how does the writer show his/her ideas? A．By telling stories. B．By giving examples. C．By showing pictures. D．By interviewing tourists. 3. What can we infer from the passage? A．Traditional tourism will disappear in the future. B．Gen Z will not visit famous tourist spots any longer. C．Only big cities can provide good travel experiences for Gen Z. D．More tourist areas will create new experiences to meet Gen Z’s needs. 4. What is the main idea of the passage? A．The traditional ways of travelling in China. B．The growth of ice and snow tourism in Harbin. C．How tourist areas in China attract foreign tourists. D．Young travellers want special and fun experiences. Passage 15 China is making big efforts to help people control their weight and live healthier lives. The government has started a three-year “Weight Management Year” plan from 2024 to 2027 to fight against obesity (肥胖). Obesity can cause serious health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Here’s what you should know about the new guidelines: First, it’s important to check your BMI (Body Mass Index). For adults, a healthy BMI is between 18.5 and 24. If your BMI is between 24 and 28, you are overweight. A BMI of 28 or more means you are too fat. Also, doctors advise measuring your waist (腰部). Men should keep their waist under 90 cm, and women under 85 cm. Eating well is very important. When it comes to diet, choose whole grains like brown rice, fresh vegetables, and lean proteins such as fish, chicken, or beans. Don’t eat fried foods and sugary snacks, and also eat less salt and oil. Interestingly, the guidelines even include fun local dishes—like “stewed fish” from Northeast China or “noodles with chili oil” from the Northwest—to make healthy eating tasty and full of local flavor. For exercise, try to do 150—300 minutes of activities like walking, cycling, or dancing every week, and do strength exercises twice a week. If you sit for a long time while studying, make sure to stand up and stretch for 3—5 minutes every hour. Besides diet and exercise, small daily habits can also make a big difference. Teens should get seven hours of sleep every night because poor sleep can lead to putting on weight. Try eating vegetables first, then meat, and finally rice or bread during a meal to control how much you eat. Schools and communities are also helping. For example, schools in Shanghai now make sure that students engage in at least two hours of daily exercise, and hospitals have “weight clinics” with diet plans, exercise tips, and even traditional Chinese ways like acupuncture (针灸). By 2030, China hopes to slow down the growth of obesity through education and support. Remember, losing weight isn’t about being perfect—just start with small changes, like drinking water instead of soda (汽水) or taking the stairs instead of the lift. With these easy steps, everyone can have healthier future. 1. If a woman’s waist measurement is 88 cm, she ________. A．has a perfect body shape B．needs to lose some weight C．should eat more food D．is in good health 2. Which of the following is recommended in the healthy diet guidelines? A．Brown rice. B．Sugary snacks. C．Fried chicken. D．Salted fish. 3. Why do schools in Shanghai ask students to exercise for two hours daily? A．To prepare them for sports competitions. B．To reduce homework time. C．To follow the national plan against obesity. D．To teach traditional Chinese exercises. 4. What’s the main idea of the passage? A．The reasons for being overweight. B．The importance of a healthy diet. C．The ways of weight management. D．The advantages of doing exercise. 16 / 16乐思英语 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $考前语法精练 专题J822阅读理解 单元话题特训（新教材译林版） Unit 2 Amazing China 魅力中国 姓名：___________班级：___________座号：___________ 内容提要 初阶练手 进阶提升 能力突破 Passage 1 Nanjing Yunjin is a famous traditional Chinese textile (纺织品) with a long history. It dates back to the Three Kingdoms period. Yunjin is known for its beautiful patterns and bright colours. It takes a lot of time and effort to make Yunjin. Every piece of Yunjin is made by hand, and the process includes many steps. In the past, Yunjin was only used by emperors and nobles. Now, it has become popular among ordinary people. Many people buy Yunjin as souvenirs or use it to make clothes, scarves and other items. Yunjin has also been introduced to other countries. It has become a symbol of Chinese culture. To protect this traditional art, the local government has taken many measures. There are special schools where students can learn how to make Yunjin. Also, some museums display Yunjin works to let more people know about this wonderful art form. 1. What is Nanjing Yunjin famous for? A．Its long history. B．Its beautiful patterns and bright colours. C．Its cheap price. D．Its easy-making process. 2. Who used Yunjin in the past? A．Emperors and nobles. B．Ordinary people. C．Students. D．Foreigners. 3. What do people use Yunjin for now? A．As souvenirs. B．To make clothes. C．To make scarves and other items. D．All of the above. 4. What has the local government done to protect Yunjin? A．Built many factories to produce Yunjin. B．Set up special schools and museums. C．Stopped people from buying foreign textiles. D．Forced young people to learn how to make Yunjin. 【答案】1. B 2. A 3. D 4. B 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国传统纺织品南京云锦的历史渊源、核心特点、古今使用人群及用途，同时说明当地政府为保护这一传统文化艺术所采取的措施，展现其作为中国文化象征的价值。 1. 细节理解题。根据原文 “Yunjin is known for its beautiful patterns and bright colours” 可知，云锦以精美图案和鲜艳色彩闻名，故选 B。 2. 细节理解题。根据原文 “In the past, Yunjin was only used by emperors and nobles” 可知，过去云锦使用者为帝王贵族，故选 A。 3. 细节理解题。根据原文 “buy Yunjin as souvenirs or use it to make clothes, scarves and other items” 可知，A、B、C 均为现在云锦的用途，故选 D。 4. 细节理解题。根据原文 “special schools where students can learn... some museums display Yunjin works” 可知，政府通过设立专门学校和博物馆保护云锦，故选 B。 Passage 2 Nanjing is a city that carries thousands of years of Chinese history. It lies in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River and has long been one of the most popular tourist attractions in China. Many people come to explore its ancient buildings, wonderful views and colourful culture. Around the old city centre stands a huge stone wall with a history of over 600 years. It is one of the longest and bestprotected city walls in the world. Walking slowly on the top of the wall, visitors can enjoy a clear and beautiful view of the whole city. Old buildings and modern streets come together, making people feel time has stopped. Nanjing used to be the capital of several dynasties in ancient China. It is also very proud of the Confucius Temple, which attracts thousands of visitors every year. At night, many people like to take a quiet boat trip along the Qinhuai River. The bright lights and old buildings along the river make them feel like travelling back to the old days. No matter when you come to Nanjing, you will always find something amazing. The city successfully mixes traditional culture and modern life. Every year, millions of visitors from home and abroad come to visit and fall in love with this special old city. 1. How old is the city wall around Nanjing’s old city centre? A．About 100 years. B．Over 600 years. C．Nearly 1,000 years. D．More than 2,000 years. 2. What do many people like to do along the Qinhuai River at night? A．Take a boat trip. B．Visit big museums. C．Climb high mountains. D．Buy old paintings. 3. What can we learn about Nanjing from the passage? A．It is far away from the Yangtze River. B．It has one of the bestprotected city walls. C．It only has modern buildings and streets. D．Few foreign visitors come to the city. 4. What is the best title for the passage? A．A wonderful trip to the Silk Road B．Famous gardens in Suzhou C．The amazing city of Nanjing D．How to build a strong city wall 【答案】1. B 2. A 3. B 4. C 【导语】本文介绍了南京的历史、地理位置、著名的古城墙、夫子庙以及秦淮河夜游等景点，展现了南京作为一座古老城市如何成功融合传统文化与现代生活，吸引众多国内外游客。 1. 第二段第一句指出：“Around the old city centre stands a huge stone wall with a history of over 600 years.”，直接说明南京老城中心的城墙已有超过600年历史。 2. 第三段第三句提到：“At night, many people like to take a quiet boat trip along the Qinhuai River.”，明确描述了夜晚许多人喜欢沿秦淮河乘船游览。 3. 第二段第二句指出：“It is one of the longest and bestprotected city walls in the world.”，说明南京拥有世界上保护最好的城墙之一。 4. 文章主要围绕南京展开，介绍了南京的历史、城墙、景点以及其传统与现代融合的特色等，整体都是在展现南京这座城市的魅力，“The amazing city of Nanjing”能很好地概括文章主旨。 Passage 3 Suzhou is famous for its classical gardens in China and even around the world. For hundreds of years, these gardens have been the favourite places for visitors to relax and enjoy natural beauty. They are not only places of interest but also important artworks of Chinese culture. The gardens are special because their designs fully show the beauty of nature. You can find beautiful rocks, small ponds, green hills and old trees everywhere. The buildings have light grey roofs and white walls, making the whole garden look like a lively Chinese landscape painting. No matter where you stand in the garden, you will always enjoy a peaceful and perfect picture. In ancient times, the gardens were built for rich families to rest and receive friends. Today, they are open to all visitors. Walking through the small paths and crossing the stone bridges, you can slow down and feel calm. The noise of the busy world seems far away. Every year, thousands of visitors from home and abroad come to visit Suzhou’s classical gardens. They are well worth visiting. If you want to enjoy traditional Chinese art and feel peaceful in your heart, Suzhou’s gardens are always the best choice for you. 1. What is Suzhou famous for according to the passage? A．Modern theme parks. B．Classical gardens. C．Long stone walls. D．Busy business streets. 2. Why are Suzhou’s gardens special? A．Because they have very high buildings. B．Because their designs show natural beauty. C．Because they were built for the kings. D．Because they are very new and modern. 3. What were the gardens used for in ancient times? A．Places for trading goods. B．Schools for young children. C．Resting places for rich families. D．Factories for making clothes. 4. What can we infer from the passage? A．The gardens make people feel peaceful. B．Few foreign visitors like the gardens. C．The gardens are noisy and crowded. D．All the gardens look the same. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 4. A 【导语】本文主要讲述了苏州古典园林的闻名之处、其特别之处、古代用途以及现代对游客的吸引力。 1. 第一段指出：“Suzhou is famous for its classical gardens in China and even around the world.”，明确表示苏州以其古典园林在中国乃至全世界都闻名。 2. 第二段开头提到：“The gardens are special because their designs fully show the beauty of nature.”，明确表示苏州园林的特别之处在于它们的设计充分展现了自然之美。 3. 第三段开头提到：“In ancient times, the gardens were built for rich families to rest and receive friends.”，明确表示在古代，这些园林是为富有的家庭建造的，用于休息和接待朋友。 4. 文中多处暗示园林带给人的宁静感受。第一段说它们是“favourite places for visitors to relax”；第二段描述“you will always enjoy a peaceful and perfect picture”；第三段提到“you can slow down and feel calm. The noise of the busy world seems far away”；最后一段又说“feel peaceful in your heart”。这些描述共同表明园林让人感到平静。 Passage 4 It has been forty years since China’s Reform and Opening-up (改革开放). Let’s see how China has changed through the years. 1978—1988: New Look In a 1978 Japanese documentary (纪录片) China’s New Look, there was a scene showing Chinese people’s life back then. In front of an old-fashioned TV set, some Shanghainese gathered around to watch a TV show. In 1981, only one out of every 170 city families in China had a color TV. 1988—1998: ________ In October 1990, the first McDonald’s on the Chinese mainland opened for business in Shenzhen. It quickly became the hottest tourist spot (旅游景点). Many Chinese customers waited in line and shouted to the shop assistant, “I want 10 Big Macs, ” recalled a waiter at McDonald’s at that time. 1998—2008: Here Comes WTO For many Chinese, the year 2001 was very unforgettable. It marked the start of a new millennium (一千年) and led to a whole new era (时代) as China joined the World Trade Organization (WTO). From 2001 to 2017, China’s average (平均) growth of the import (进口) of goods and services was more than twice the world's average. 2008—2018：New Beginning Shanghai, a city with a long-time business culture, is always a step ahead in China's foreign trade. With the successful hosting of China’s first import expo (展览会) in November 2018, the city went on to develop China’s import business. The expo will be remembered as a new beginning for China’s import history. 1. Which picture shows the scene of China’s New Look? A． B． C． D． 2. Which of the following can be put in “1988—1998: ________? A．West Meets East B．New Way of Living C．All Over the World D．Never Forget Old Times 3. What can we learn after China joined the WTO? A．Chinese people began to travel abroad. B．China’s imports grew very fast. C．China became more and more popular. D．Foreigners bought a lot of products from China. 4. When and where was China’s first import expo held? A．In Shanghai, in November 2001. B．In Shenzhen, in November 2001. C．In Shanghai, in November 2018. D．In Shenzhen, in November 2018. 【答案】1. A 2. A 3. B 4. C 【导语】本文按四个阶段介绍了中国改革开放四十年来的变化，包括生活、商业、贸易等方面的发展。 1. 细节理解题。根据“1978—1988: New Look”下的描述“some Shanghainese gathered around to watch a TV show”可知对应的场景是人们围坐看老式电视，应选体现这一画面的选项A。故选A。 2. 推理判断题。1988—1998阶段提到“the first McDonald’s on the Chinese mainland opened”，代表西方商业进入中国，“West Meets East（西方与东方相遇）”最贴合该阶段主题。故选A。 3. 细节理解题。根据“1998—2008: Here Comes WTO”下的“From 2001 to 2017, China’s average growth of the import…was more than twice the world’s average”可知，中国加入WTO后进口增长迅速。故选B。 4. 细节理解题。根据“2008—2018: New Beginning”下的“With the successful hosting of China’s first import expo in November 2018…Shanghai”可知，首届进口博览会2018年11月在上海举办。故选C。 Passage 5 The Qingming Festival is a traditional Chinese festival. It is believed to have a history of about 2,500 years. Over the centuries, Chinese people have developed colorful traditions, like flying kites, eating cold food and going on spring outings. The most important tradition of the festival is sweeping tombs (扫墓). The Qingming Festival usually falls on April 4 or 5. It falls on April 4 this year. On April 3, a middle school in Suzhou held a special activity for students—a hike to Suzhou Martyrs’ Cemetery (苏州烈士陵园). At 6:30 in the morning, more than 2,000 teachers and students set off from the starting point. They hiked for 20 kilometers until they reached Suzhou Martyrs’ Cemetery. When they arrived there, they swept tombs and offered flowers to pay respects to the revolutionary martyrs (革命烈士). Starting in 1995, the 20-kilometer hike is a traditional ideological and political class (思政课) of the school. “We hope students can not only learn about the revolutionary martyrs from books, but also experience and touch history on the spot (实地),” the school’s headmaster said. “Although it has been a difficult trip, I would like to say that what I did is very meaningful.” said Zhao Mingyu, a student from Grade 8. “I deeply realize that we can’t live a happy life today without the revolutionary martyrs.” 1. Which of the following is the most important tradition of the Qingming Festival? A．Flying kites. B．Eating cold food. C．Sweeping tombs. D．Going on spring outings. 2. Why did the school start the 20-kilometer hike? A．To help students live a happy life. B．To help students learn to face difficulties. C．To help students develop colorful traditions. D．To help students experience and touch history on the spot. 3. How did the writer describe the activity in Paragraph 2? A．By offering numbers. B．By showing reasons. C．By providing details. D．By making up stories. 4. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The Qingming Festival falls on April 5 this year. B．The 20-kilometer hike started in 2000. C．It took the students 3 hours to finish the hike. D．Zhao Mingyu thought the hike was difficult but meaningful. 【答案】1. C 2. D 3. C 4. D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了清明节的传统文化习俗以及苏州一所中学组织的徒步扫墓活动。 1. 细节理解题。根据文章“The most important tradition of the festival is sweeping tombs (扫墓).”可知，清明节最重要的传统是扫墓。故选C。 2. 细节理解题。根据文章“We hope students can not only learn about the revolutionary martyrs from books, but also experience and touch history on the spot”可知，学校组织徒步活动的目的是让学生实地感受历史。故选D。 3. 推理判断题。根据第二段“At 6:30 in the morning, more than 2,000 teachers and students set off...They hiked for 20 kilometers...swept tombs and offered flowers...”可知，作者通过提供具体细节（时间、人数、距离、活动）描述这次活动。故选C。 4. 细节理解题。根据文章“Although it has been a difficult trip, I would like to say that what I did is very meaningful.”可知，Zhao Mingyu认为这次徒步虽然艰难但很有意义，选项D符合文意。故选D。 Passage 6 January 20, 2025, a Chinese tech company named DeepSeek made a new AI called DeepSeek-R1. This smart program can solve math problems, write code, and answer questions like top models such as Open AI’s GPT-40, but it costs much less to build. The team spent only $5.58 million (1/70 of Open AI’s cost) and used 2,048 computer chips for two months. This shows that good ideas can beat big money. DeepSeek-R1 learns by trying many times and getting better, like how students practice maths. Other AIs need lots of prepared examples, but R1 improves by itself. For example, in a global math test, it got 79.8% right, slightly higher than Open AI’s model. A simple version of R1 can even run on low-cost computers, helping schools and small companies. DeepSeek-R1 is free to use and change. On its first day online, over 19,000 programmers worldwide started projects to study it. A German scientist said experiments with R1 cost $10 instead of $300 with other AIs. Even Meta (a famous US tech company) top scientist said, “This kind of free AI could change the world.” US tech companies are worried. Meta plans to spend $65 billion more on AI research. Experts say China is catching up fast. A report in Nature magazine called R1 a “big step forward”, proving that smart ideas beat expensive tools. As a DeepSeek engineer said, “We want AI to be a friend, not something only rich people can use.” With R1, China shows the world that great things come from new ideas and hard work, not just money. 1. What do the underlined words mean in Paragraph 2? A．It becomes better through practice. B．It copies answers from other AIs. C．It needs programmers to fix mistakes. D．It only works with expensive tools. 2. What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explain how computer chips work. B．To introduce a low-cost AI model from China. C．To encourage students to become programmers. D．To compare Chinese and American AI technologies. 3. Why did Meta plan to spend more money on AI research? A．To help more Chinese companies. B．To build more computer chips. C．To make more progress ahead of DeepSeek. D．To hire more German scientists. 4. What does the writer think is the most important for success? A．Creativity and hard work. B．Having enough money. C．The latest computer chips. D．Copying other countries’ ideas. 【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C 4. A 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国科技公司DeepSeek研发的一款新的人工智能模型DeepSeek-R1，该模型能以较低的成本完成与顶级模型相似的任务，并受到了广泛关注和好评。 1. 词句猜测题。根据“DeepSeek-R1 learns by trying many times and getting better, like how students practice maths.”可知，DeepSeek-R1能够像学生练习数学一样不断尝试并改进，说明它能通过自身练习来变得更好。故选A。 2. 主旨大意题。根据“January 20, 2025, a Chinese tech company named DeepSeek made a new AI called DeepSeek-R1. This smart program can solve math problems, write code, and answer questions like top models such as Open AI’s GPT-40, but it costs much less to build.”及通读全文可知，本文主要是为了介绍中国公司DeepSeek研发的低成本AI模型DeepSeek-R1。故选B。 3. 细节理解题。根据“US tech companies are worried. Meta plans to spend $65 billion more on AI research. Experts say China is catching up fast.”可知，Meta计划花更多钱研究AI，是因为他们对DeepSeek-R1的快速发展感到担忧。故选C。 4. 细节理解题。根据“With R1, China shows the world that great things come from new ideas and hard work, not just money.”可知，作者认为成功最重要的是创造力和努力。故选A。 Passage 7 Do you know which social app Chinese young people use a lot now? “Short videos” are certainly the most popular. Some users use Tik Tok and Kuaishou. They think it is fun to share short videos about their lives, while others have other purposes as well. As some videos are about the latest news, a group of users depend on them to get information. To some other users, they have a different purpose. “Because I can’t spend many hours watching a whole video and I’m not a very patient person. I don’t like waiting for a program to end. I like to watch short videos of wonderful parts in program.” said Wang Zhihao. However, some young Chinese feel bored with some short videos. “Killing time is the main reason for me to watch the short videos, but many are almost the same, so I think it is a waste of time. What’s more, I really don’t like the videos which show odd even dangerous things,” said Wen Nan, another college student. Recently, something else has happened. Some videos are telling people what products are worth buying. But after they buy the products, they may feel sorry soon. So they should think twice. Some short videos even sell bad products, but these sellers won’t let you get your money back. 1. According to the second paragraph, we know that _________. A．users share videos with friends B．all the videos are about the latest news C．users spend many hours watching a whole video D．users like to watch some important parts of videos 2. What does the underlined word “odd” in paragraph 3 probably mean? A．interesting B．strange C．expensive D．useful 3. This passage is most probably from ________. A．a travel guide B．a science magazine C．a cultural book D．a TV advertisement 4. What’s the passage mainly about? A．To introduce how to make short videos. B．To discuss the methods of using short videos. C．To tell the importance of using short videos. D．To show the different purposes（目的）of using short videos. 【答案】1. D 2. B 3. C 4. D 【导语】本文主要介绍了不同人对使用短视频的不同观点。 1. 细节理解题。根据“I like to watch short videos of wonderful parts in program.”可知，用户喜欢看视频中的一些重要部分。故选D。 2. 词义猜测题。根据“I really don’t like the videos which show odd even dangerous things,”可知，我真的不喜欢那些奇怪甚至危险的视频，因此划线单词表示“奇怪的”，与strange同义。故选B。 3. 推理判断题。本文主要介绍了一些人关于使用短视频的不同观点，本文的短视频属于一种文化产品，因此最有可能来自文化书上。故选C。 4. 主旨大意题。根据“ ‘Short videos’ are certainly the most popular. Some users use Tik Tok and Kuaishou. They think it is fun to share short videos about their lives, while others have other purposes as well.”及全文可知，本文主要介绍了人们关于使用短视频的不同观点。故选D。 Passage 8 In a recent discovery (发现), archaeologists (考古学家) found the ruins (废墟) of an important ancient city! These ruins, found in Baliqiao, Henan, are about 3,700 years old. They are from the Xia Dynasty, which is the earliest known dynasty in China. This discovery helps fill in some pieces of history and helps us see the bigger picture of the Xia Dynasty. The Baliqiao ruins are large, covering about 1.35 million square metres. So far, archaeologists have dug up around 1,800 square metres since they started their work in 2022. They found many interesting things, like walls, roads, and even pottery (陶器), which show that people there were skilled and had a rich culture. What makes the Baliqiao ruins even more exciting is their connection to another place called the Erlitou ruins, which people discovered in 1959 and are known for helping us understand the early days of China. Researchers believe that the culture of the Xia Dynasty spread far and wide, including Baliqiao. Liang Fawei, an archaeologist, explained that the objects found at both places are very alike, showing the influence (影响) of the Xia Dynasty on the Baliqiao area. Nowadays, as researchers continue to dig at the Baliqiao ruins, we can look forward to more treasures from the past. They may help us understand how ancient people lived, what they believed in, and how the Xia Dynasty shaped early China. With each new find, they're piecing together the story of ancient China. 1. Which of the following words can we use to describe the Baliqiao ruins? ① Old.      ② Cool.     ③ Simple.  ④ Important. A．① ② B．③ ④ C．① ④ D．② ③ 2. How does the writer show that the Baliqiao ruins are large? A．By telling stories. B．By using numbers. C．By giving examples. D．By showing pictures. 3. What does the underlined word “which” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The Erlitou ruins. B．The Baliqiao ruins. C．The culture of the Baliqiao ruins. D．The connection to the Erlitou ruins. 4. Why did the writer write the passage? A．To show an important discovery. B．To make an amazing connection. C．To introduce an interesting city in China. D．To remember an ancient period in history. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A 4. A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了考古学家在河南八里桥发现的一处重要夏朝古城遗址，讲述了该遗址的年代、规模、出土文物，以及它与二里头遗址的关联，并展望了未来的考古发现将帮助人们更全面地了解夏朝历史。   1. 根据原文第一段：“These ruins, found in Baliqiao, Henan, are about 3,700 years old.” 说明遗址很古老；“archaeologists found the ruins of an important ancient city” 说明遗址很重要。文中未提及“Cool”或“Simple”，因此选①④。 2. 根据原文第二段：“The Baliqiao ruins are large, covering about 1.35 million square metres.” 作者通过使用数字（1.35 million square metres）来直观体现遗址的面积之大。 3. 根据原文第三段：“...another place called the Erlitou ruins, which people discovered in 1959...” 这是一个非限制性定语从句，先行词是“the Erlitou ruins”，“which”用来指代二里头遗址，说明它是1959年被发现的。 4. 根据原文第一段开篇点明“In a recent discovery, archaeologists found the ruins of an important ancient city!”，全文围绕这一重要考古发现展开介绍，因此作者的写作目的是展示一项重要发现。 Passage 9 Amazing Chinese Projects China has built many amazing projects in recent years. These projects show China’s great development and strength. Let’s know about two of them. —The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge It is the longest cross-sea bridge in the world. It is 55 kilometres long and connects Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macao. It was opened to traffic in 2018. Before the bridge was built, people had to take a ferry to travel between the three places, which took a long time. Now, it only takes about 40 minutes to drive from Hong Kong to Zhuhai. The bridge makes the travel between the three places much easier and faster. —Fuxing High-speed Train It is China’s latest high-speed train. It can run at a speed of up to 350 kilometres per hour. Fuxing trains have been running on many high-speed railways in China since 2017. They are more comfortable and safer than the old ones. With Fuxing trains, people can travel around China quickly. For example, it only takes about 4.5 hours to go from Beijing to Shanghai by Fuxing train. These amazing projects are just a small part of China’s development. China is still developing fast and will build more great projects in the future. 1. How long is the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge? A．40 kilometres. B．55 kilometres. C．350 kilometres. D．2000 kilometres. 2. When was the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge opened to traffic? A．In 2017. B．In 2018. C．In 2019. D．In 2020. 3. What’s the maximum speed of the Fuxing High-speed Train? A．40 km per hour. B．55 km per hour. C．350 km per hour. D．450 km per hour. 4. How long does it take to go from Beijing to Shanghai by Fuxing train? A．About 4.5 hours. B．About 5 hours. C．About 6 hours. D．About 7 hours. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 4. A 【导语】本文主要讲述了中国近年来建设的两个令人惊叹的项目，重点介绍了港珠澳大桥的长度及通车时间，以及复兴号高铁的最高时速和从北京到上海的行驶时间。 1. 第二段明确提到港珠澳大桥的长度：“It is the longest cross-sea bridge in the world. It is 55 kilometres long”，说明港珠澳大桥的长度是55千米。 2. 第二段明确提到港珠澳大桥的通车时间：“It was opened to traffic in 2018”，说明港珠澳大桥于2018年通车。 3. 第三段明确提到复兴号高铁的最高时速：“It can run at a speed of up to 350 kilometres per hour”，说明复兴号高铁的最高时速是350千米每小时。 4. 第三段明确提到从北京到上海乘坐复兴号高铁所需时间：“For example, it only takes about 4.5 hours to go from Beijing to Shanghai by Fuxing train”，说明从北京到上海乘坐复兴号高铁大约需要4.5小时。 Passage 10 In December 2024, the Spring Festival was added to the list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, making the 2025 Spring Festival even more meaningful and drawing more people’s attention to traditional Chinese culture. In Chinese celebrations, whether it is an important birthday or a traditional festival, one of the most typical elements (元素) is the lucky symbols. To most Chinese, when it comes to lucky symbols, the top three are surely fu, lu and shou, which are sometimes called the three gods. During Chinese New Year, we would put up red squares with the character fu on them. Some people would put their fu character upside down. In Chinese when we say the fu character is upside down, it sounds like good luck has arrived. Lu often has to do with one’s job and richness. Lu refers to well pay and ranks (等级) in ancient China. Hulu, gourds (葫芦), sounds like hulu（护禄） which means protecting lu. So traditionally, people use gourds to scare away bad spirits and illnesses and keep rich and successful. Shou means long-lived life. Even nowadays when someone is having their holiday celebration, we would call this person shouxing, a god. At birthday parties for elder people, we often see peaches. That’s because according to the legend (传说), the Queen Mother of the West grows peaches in her own garden, and whoever gets to eat these peaches will live forever. Besides the three, lucky symbols can be easily found in the food we eat. For the Chinese New Year dinner, most families would have fish because the character fish sounds like surplus (有余). In southern China, niangao, a kind of rice cake is a lucky food because niangao sounds like getting higher every year. And for Lantern Festival, we have tangyuan, a kind of sticky rice dumplings. They are round shapes and the pronunciation of the food symbolizes being together. 1. The writer mainly tells us about _______. A．typical Chinese traditional festivals B．Chinese lucky symbols C．the secrets of richness and success D．traditional Chinese eating culture 2. Which of the following symbols means good luck has arrived? A． B． C． D． 3. When a Chinese person wants to get a better job, he or she may ______. A．wear a gourd with him or her B．grow peaches in his or her garden C．call the god, shouxing, for help D．have tangyuan with family often 4. The structure of the passage may be _______. （Para.1＝① Para.2＝② Para.3＝③ Para.4＝④ Para.5＝⑤ Para.6＝⑥ ） A． B． C． D． 【答案】1. B 2. D 3. A 4. B 【导语】本文主要介绍了在中国庆祝活动中具有幸运吉祥寓意的“福、禄、寿”以及一些食物。 1. 主旨大意题。根据“To most Chinese, when it comes to lucky symbols, the top three are surely fu, lu and shou, which are sometimes called the three gods.”及全文可知，本文主要介绍了中国文化中幸运吉祥的象征。故选B。 2. 细节理解题。根据“In Chinese when we say the fu character is upside down, it sounds like good luck has arrived.”可知，在汉语中，当我们说“福”字倒过来时，听起来就像好运来了。故选D。 3. 细节理解题。根据“lu often has to do with one’s job and richness.”和“Hulu, gourds (葫芦), sounds like hulu (护禄) which means protecting lu. So traditionally, people use gourds to scare away bad spirits and illnesses and keep rich and successful.”可知，葫芦，听起来像护禄，意思是保护禄。所以传统上，人们用葫芦来吓跑恶灵和疾病，保持财富和成功。所以中国人想要一份更好的工作时，他或她会随身带一个葫芦。故选A。 4. 篇章结构题。第一段是讲在中国的庆祝活动中，最典型的元素之一是幸运和吉祥的寓意；第二段是介绍幸运和吉祥的象征——福禄寿；第三、四、五段分别介绍了福、禄、寿的含义及应用；最后一段是介绍了这福禄寿这三个以外，有这种寓意的还有一些食物，所以B项的结构最符合。故选B。 Passage 11 Should we hand over every job to machines? Should we develop non-human minds that might become more intelligent than humans and finally replace (代替) us? Should we risk losing control of our own future? These questions were asked by many scientists in a science meeting. In most people’s minds, the rapid development of AI is of great help to humans. For example, AI has helped humans develop new medicines and design new materials to help with climate change. When ChatGPT was first open to the public, it gained a million users in just one week; with that number quickly growing to 100 million within two months. It was widely used to do things like writing articles and creating speeches. However, some have started to worry. Will AI go against humans one day? Will AI take our place and all the people lose their jobs? Will bad people use AI to harm others? These worries make scientists stop developing AI and start to think about better ways to use this technology. Most of them agree that laws should be made to make sure that AI is used safely. Many governments are already taking action, though differently. For example, the UK, as well as the USA, opens its arms for AI without any rules other than present ones because it regards it as a huge market. But Germany is more careful. It puts uses of AI in different areas into different levels of risk. Uses in some areas are not allowed, and companies that break the rules will be punished (惩罚). Making laws is the government’s duty. For us common people, it may be more important to think about how we can work more effectively with AI. 1. Why do the UK and the USA open their arms for AI? A．Because they think AI brings good business. B．Because they have a large market. C．Because they have the best AI technology. D．Because they think AI is safe enough. 2. What can we know from Paragraph 6? A．The UK and the USA don’t have rules for AI. B．Different countries deal with AI in different ways. C．Germany does not allow any use of AI. D．All countries are still thinking about AI rules. 3. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A．Many governments agreed to stop developing AI. B．ChatGPT was used by up to 100 million people within two months. C．The UK and Germany handle AI in the same way. D．AI can solve major climate change problems. 4. What may the writer talk about next? A．How will AI develop in the future? B．Why do we need laws for AI use? C．How can people work together with AI? D．How does AI help solve problems? 【答案】1. A 2. B 3. B 4. C 【导语】本文讨论了人工智能（AI）的快速发展、对人类社会的帮助与潜在风险，并介绍了不同国家对待AI的差异态度。 1. 根据第六段“the UK, as well as the USA, opens its arms for AI... because it regards it as a huge market”可知，英美将AI视为一个巨大的市场，也就是认为AI能带来不错的商机。 2. 第六段首句“Many governments are already taking action, though differently.”，点明不同国家对AI已经采取了不同的应对措施，后文举例英美和德国的不同做法，所以B项描述是正确的。 3. 根据第三段“ChatGPT... that number quickly growing to 100 million within two months”可知，ChatGPT在两个月内用户达到1亿。 4. 根据最后一句“For us common people, it may be more important to think about how we can work more effectively with AI.”可知，作者接下来可能探讨如何与AI高效协作。 Passage 12 Shanghai is a main place for investment (投资) by international theme park companies, for they hope to make use of China’s growing entertainment (娱乐) and travel markets. The success of earlier parks has made it easier for more brands (品牌) to set up in Shanghai. For example, Shanghai Disney Resort welcomes over 14 million visitors each year and the number keeps growing. At the same time, LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort was open in 2025. The park includes eight themed areas with 2,889 LEGO models made from over 85 million LEGO bricks. It includes special Chinese features. For example, it has the world’s first “Monkie Kid” area, based on the classical Chinese novel Journey to the West. John Jakobsen, an officer of LEGOLAND Resort, said the company chose Shanghai because of the Yangtze River Delta, which also includes Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui Provinces. It may bring nearly 55 million possible customers (顾客), showing the strength of China’s market. Two more theme parks are also coming to Shanghai. Warner Bros has teamed up with Jinjiang International to build a “Making of Harry Potter” studio tour. It is planned to open in 2027 with an investment of 2.8 billion yuan. Unlike the ones in London and Tokyo, it will include Chinese colour and new technology. Another theme park, based on the popular cartoon show “Peppa Pig”, is also being planned. China will hasten investment projects and work harder to support new types of cultural businesses and develop the tourism industry. “China has a huge customer base of young people and families who are strongly interested in wonderful entertainment experiences and are willing to pay for high-quality joyful times,” said Dai Bin, president of the China Tourism Academy. Shanghai’s fast-growing theme parks, like “Harry Potter” and “Peppa Pig” projects, show China’s big market and government-supported growth. By mixing culture with new ideas, they are changing fun parks around the world. They have a brighter future. 1. According to Jakobsen, why did LEGOLAND Resort choose Shanghai for its new park? A．Because of the beautiful environment in Shanghai. B．Because of the history and traditional culture of Shanghai. C．Because Shanghai may attract large numbers of customers. D．Because it could get more support from the Chinese government. 2. What does the underlined word “hasten” mean? A．Give away. B．Give up. C．Slow down. D．Speed up. 3. What’s the purpose of the article? A．To report on Shanghai’s growing theme parks. B．To record different theme parks in Shanghai. C．To warn about Shanghai’s over-investment in theme parks. D．To win a lot of support of developing cultural industry. 4. What’s the writer’s attitude (态度) towards the future of Shanghai’s theme parks? A．Hopeful. B．Worried. C．Curious. D．Unsure. 【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A 4. A 【导语】本文主要介绍了上海日益增长的主题公园产业，分析了国际品牌（如乐高乐园、哈利波特制片厂之旅等）选择上海的原因，并展望了其未来发展前景。 1. 第四段提到“John Jakobsen... said the company chose Shanghai because of the Yangtze River Delta... It may bring nearly 55 million possible customers, showing the strength of China’s market.”，说明乐高乐园选择上海是因为长三角地区可能带来大量顾客。 2. 倒数第二段提到“China will hasten investment projects and work harder to support...”，结合上下文，中国将加快投资项目并更努力地支持文化产业，因此“hasten”意为“加速”，即Speed up。 3. 全文围绕上海主题公园产业的发展展开，介绍了已建成、在建和规划中的项目，分析了市场原因和政府支持，因此主要目的是报道上海日益增长的主题公园产业。 4. 最后一段提到“They have a brighter future.”，说明作者对上海主题公园的未来持充满希望的态度。 Passage 13 Have you ever wondered what else you can do on the train besides sleeping or scrolling through your phone? Actually, in China, trains have turned into centres which bring together the public and the nation’s intangible cultural heritage (ICH). Trains go across China and they are becoming ideal places for introducing local traditional culture. A good example is the K7041 train from Harbin to Mohe in Northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Oroqen folk songs and his partner played the Oroqen jaw harp, a musical instrument. Tourists on the train, especially those from southern China, sang and danced excitedly with the two performers (表演者) together. Gulayier said the train made it easier to hold tourists’ attention to his shows. He thought the train was a good platform for promoting (促进) ICH. Traditional heritage comes to life on trains. More ICH, such as Qinhuai lanterns from Nanjing, Yulin puppet shows, and tea-picking operas in Guangxi have also made appearances on high-speed trains across China. It offers passengers a close-up way to experience traditional culture. Professor Xiao Fang from Beijing Normal University shares Gulayier’s opinion on the new use of ICH trains. He has pointed out another advantage of this. Beyond cultural promotion, it offers help for tourism. When passengers enjoy local traditions on board, they often develop a deeper interest in exploring the places they pass through. However, the ICH train journeys still have challenges, including the narrow space on trains and passengers getting on and off at each station. Therefore, some solutions are coming up—cultural corners show traditional arts, and QR codes connect to more digital information. These help passengers to explore ICH at their own pace and continue learning after their journey ends. The success of ICH trains offers valuable lessons for cultural protection worldwide, proving that innovation (革新) and tradition can work together to keep cultural heritage alive for future generations. 1. What is the fresh experience for passengers on the K7041 train? A．Travelling farther north. B．Joining in live shows. C．Wearing traditional clothes. D．Having fun on the phone. 2. What do Gulayier and Professor Xiao both agree on? A．ICH encourages more local visits. B．Trains help make ICH more popular. C．ICH improves the Chinese train journeys. D．Passengers welcome performers on ICH trains. 3. What does Paragraph 5 mention about the ICH train journeys? A．Their features and influence. B．Their reasons. C．Their problems and methods. D．Their future and improvement. 4. What can be the best title for the passage? A．Trains push China’s cultural heritage further B．China puts arms around local artists on ICH trains C．More ICH trains begin running on railways in China D．Train passengers share different local cultures of China 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 4. A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了中国火车成为展示非物质文化遗产（ICH）的平台，通过现场表演和互动让乘客近距离体验传统文化，促进了文化传承和旅游业发展，同时也面临挑战并提出了解决方案。 1. 根据文章第二段“On the ICH train, Gulayier, dressed in traditional clothes, sang Oroqen folk songs and his partner played the Oroqen jaw harp...Tourists...sang and danced excitedly with the two performers together.”可知，K7041列车上的新鲜体验是乘客可以参与现场表演。 2. 根据文章第二段“He thought the train was a good platform for promoting ICH.”和第四段“Professor Xiao Fang...shares Gulayier’s opinion on the new use of ICH trains.”可知，Gulayier和Xiao教授都认为火车有助于推广非物质文化遗产。 3. 根据文章第五段“However, the ICH train journeys still have challenges...Therefore, some solutions are coming up...”可知，该段提到了非物质文化遗产列车旅程面临的问题及解决方法。 4. 根据文章最后一段“The success of ICH trains offers valuable lessons...proving that innovation and tradition can work together to keep cultural heritage alive for future generations.”可知，文章主要讲述火车推动中国文化遗产传承与创新。 Passage 14 For most tourists, travel is often about visiting famous places, buying souvenirs (纪念品), and following well-planned timetables. However, for China’s Gen Z, the meaning of travel has changed. They don’t just want to enjoy the sightseeing. Instead, this generation sees travel as a way of self-expression, a chance to have special experiences to show who they are. Tourist areas are now paying more attention to the feelings and needs of young travellers. This change has been noticed. Dai Bin, the president of the China Tourism Academy, points out that young people in China are now travelling to “please themselves” rather than “please others”. Their feelings matter more than just visiting famous places. Dai says that trends (趋势) like planning their own trips and designing their own experiences are becoming popular. Young travellers want to move faster, go further, and explore more freely. Take the ice and snow tourism as an example. Young travellers are no longer happy with simply enjoying the views of snow—they want to take part in ice and snow activities. During the winter season in Harbin, besides the traditional ice and snow art, going down ice slides, having fun in the music parties at ice and snow theme parks and the city’s “disco bars” nightlife experience are becoming more and more popular. Tourist areas need to change their plans to follow the direction of travelling habits. Hengdian World Studios in Zhejiang Province is a big place where movies are made. It is attracting young visitors by letting them experience what it’s like to be in a movie. With activities like “Step into the Movies”, visitors can see how movies are made from start to finish. The studios use famous scenes from movies and TV shows to create fun experiences. This lets visitors enjoy the whole area in just one hour without feeling bored. It makes their visit more exciting and fun, like they are part of a movie. The growth of immersive (沉浸式的) travel is not just about movie experiences. In Luoyang, Henan Province, young travellers wear hanfu to feel like they are part of history. Some local families work with skilled traditional artists to offer workshops where visitors can learn skills like paper-cutting and dough figurine making (捏面人). This makes their travel experiences more personal and interesting. Gen Z’s travel habits are changing, and tourist areas are creating new ways to give immersive and personal experiences that help them feel closer to the culture and history, mixing old traditions with modern activities is changing the future of tourism in China, making trips more exciting and fun for young visitors. 1. Which of the following is a new popular activity among young travellers in winter in Harbin? A．Enjoying the snow views. B．Going down ice slides. C．Stepping into the movies. D．Making dough figurines. 2. According to the whole passage, how does the writer show his/her ideas? A．By telling stories. B．By giving examples. C．By showing pictures. D．By interviewing tourists. 3. What can we infer from the passage? A．Traditional tourism will disappear in the future. B．Gen Z will not visit famous tourist spots any longer. C．Only big cities can provide good travel experiences for Gen Z. D．More tourist areas will create new experiences to meet Gen Z’s needs. 4. What is the main idea of the passage? A．The traditional ways of travelling in China. B．The growth of ice and snow tourism in Harbin. C．How tourist areas in China attract foreign tourists. D．Young travellers want special and fun experiences. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. D 4. D 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国Z世代对旅行的新定义和需求，以及旅游景点如何适应这些更个性化的体验。 1. 根据第四段“Young travellers are no longer happy with simply enjoying the views of snow—they want to take part in ice and snow activities...besides the traditional ice and snow art, going down ice slides becoming more and more popular.”可知，冬季在哈尔滨，新的冰雪活动受到年轻游客的欢迎，例如滑冰滑梯等。 2. 根据第四、五、六段可知，这是在举例说明，所以作者是通过举例子来表达观点。 3. 根据“Gen Z’s travel habits are changing, and tourist areas are creating new ways immersive and personal experiences that help th closer to the culture and history.”可知，更多的旅游区将制造新的体验来满足Z世代的需求。 4. 文章开篇点明核心：中国Z世代年轻人不满足于传统观光，想要独特的旅行体验，后文通过多个例子佐证这一核心观点。因此，“年轻旅行者想要特殊且有趣的体验”符合文章主旨。 Passage 15 China is making big efforts to help people control their weight and live healthier lives. The government has started a three-year “Weight Management Year” plan from 2024 to 2027 to fight against obesity (肥胖). Obesity can cause serious health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Here’s what you should know about the new guidelines: First, it’s important to check your BMI (Body Mass Index). For adults, a healthy BMI is between 18.5 and 24. If your BMI is between 24 and 28, you are overweight. A BMI of 28 or more means you are too fat. Also, doctors advise measuring your waist (腰部). Men should keep their waist under 90 cm, and women under 85 cm. Eating well is very important. When it comes to diet, choose whole grains like brown rice, fresh vegetables, and lean proteins such as fish, chicken, or beans. Don’t eat fried foods and sugary snacks, and also eat less salt and oil. Interestingly, the guidelines even include fun local dishes—like “stewed fish” from Northeast China or “noodles with chili oil” from the Northwest—to make healthy eating tasty and full of local flavor. For exercise, try to do 150—300 minutes of activities like walking, cycling, or dancing every week, and do strength exercises twice a week. If you sit for a long time while studying, make sure to stand up and stretch for 3—5 minutes every hour. Besides diet and exercise, small daily habits can also make a big difference. Teens should get seven hours of sleep every night because poor sleep can lead to putting on weight. Try eating vegetables first, then meat, and finally rice or bread during a meal to control how much you eat. Schools and communities are also helping. For example, schools in Shanghai now make sure that students engage in at least two hours of daily exercise, and hospitals have “weight clinics” with diet plans, exercise tips, and even traditional Chinese ways like acupuncture (针灸). By 2030, China hopes to slow down the growth of obesity through education and support. Remember, losing weight isn’t about being perfect—just start with small changes, like drinking water instead of soda (汽水) or taking the stairs instead of the lift. With these easy steps, everyone can have healthier future. 1. If a woman’s waist measurement is 88 cm, she ________. A．has a perfect body shape B．needs to lose some weight C．should eat more food D．is in good health 2. Which of the following is recommended in the healthy diet guidelines? A．Brown rice. B．Sugary snacks. C．Fried chicken. D．Salted fish. 3. Why do schools in Shanghai ask students to exercise for two hours daily? A．To prepare them for sports competitions. B．To reduce homework time. C．To follow the national plan against obesity. D．To teach traditional Chinese exercises. 4. What’s the main idea of the passage? A．The reasons for being overweight. B．The importance of a healthy diet. C．The ways of weight management. D．The advantages of doing exercise. 【答案】1. B 2. A 3. C 4. C 【导语】本文主要讲述了中国政府从2024年到2027年启动的“体重管理年”计划，旨在帮助人们控制体重并过上更健康的生活。 1. 细节理解题。根据“Men should keep their waist under 90 cm, and women under 85 cm.”可知，女性腰围应保持在85cm以下，88cm超过标准，说明需要减重。故选B。 2. 细节理解题。根据“When it comes to diet, choose whole grains like brown rice, fresh vegetables, and lean proteins such as fish, chicken, or beans.”可知，健康饮食指南推荐全谷物，比如糙米。故选A。 3. 细节理解题。根据“By 2030, China hopes to slow down the growth of obesity through education and support.”可知，学校此举是为了配合国家对抗肥胖的计划。故选C。 4. 主旨大意题。全文围绕体重管理方法展开，涵盖BMI监测、饮食、运动、生活习惯及社会支持，选项C“体重管理的方法。”概括最全面。故选C。 21 / 22乐思英语 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $