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2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 期中复习之阅读理解进阶练15篇 （紧贴新教材单元话题，Units 1-3） 说明：此专题分三个难度层次，基础入门训练<进阶拓展训练< 能力综合实践，老师根据学生实际情况进行针对性难度训练。 基础入门训练5篇 Vincent van Gogh is one of the most influential and beloved painters in Western art history. Born in the Netherlands in 1853, he did not start painting until his late 20s, but his artistic career, though short, was incredibly productive. Over just a decade, he created more than 2,000 works, including around 900 paintings and 1,100 drawings and sketches. Van Gogh’s art is famous for its bold, vibrant colours and distinctive, expressive brushstrokes, which he used to convey his intense emotions and profound love for nature, rural life, and ordinary people. He produced many world-famous masterpieces, such as The Starry Night and the Sunflowers series. The Starry Night, painted in 1889 during his stay at a mental asylum (精神病院), depicts a swirling, dreamlike sky filled with bright stars and a glowing crescent moon, while his Sunflowers paintings feature vivid yellow blooms that seem to radiate warmth and energy. Sadly, Van Gogh faced great struggles in his lifetime—he battled mental illness and received little recognition for his art while alive. He passed away in 1890 at the young age of 37. Today, his paintings are displayed in top museums across the globe and are admired by millions. Van Gogh’s unique style has inspired countless artists and continues to leave an enduring impact on the world of art. 1．Where was Vincent van Gogh born? A．France. B．The Netherlands. C．Germany. D．Italy. 2．When did Van Gogh begin his painting career? A．In his early 20s. B．In his late 20s. C．When he was a child. D．After he turned 40. 3．Which work was created when Van Gogh stayed at a mental asylum? A．The Sunflowers. B．Mona Lisa. C．The Starry Night. D．The Scream. 4．How many works did Van Gogh create? A．More than 2,000. B．About 1,100. C．Less than 900. D．About 370. 5．What can we learn about Van Gogh from the passage? A．He was widely praised for his art during his lifetime. B．His works are famous for soft colours and smooth brushstrokes. C．He created lots of works in a short artistic career. D．He only painted natural scenery and flowers. In recent years, environmental pollution has become an increasingly serious problem that affects nearly every corner of the world. Among various types of pollution, plastic waste pollution stands out as a major threat to ecosystems, including oceans, forests, and farmlands. A significant contributor to this issue is the large amount of non-degradable (不可降解的) plastic products, especially single-use plastic bags and tableware (餐具) that are discarded after just one use. To address this pressing problem, scientists have devoted extensive research and finally invented biodegradable (可生物降解的) plastic tableware. This innovative tableware is primarily made from renewable natural materials such as corn starch (玉米淀粉), sugarcane fiber, and wheat straw (麦秸)—all of which are environmentally friendly and easy to decompose (分解). Unlike traditional plastic tableware, which can  take hundreds  of years to break down and may release harmful toxins (毒素) during the process, biodegradable plastic tableware can decompose naturally in soil or water within just a few months. What’s more, it does not leave any harmful chemicals in the environment after decomposition, making it a much greener and more eco-friendly alternative. Biodegradable plastic tableware has brought remarkable benefits to our daily lives and the environment. It has been widely adopted in various places such as restaurants, canteens of schools and offices, and takeout delivery services—scenarios where single-use tableware is in high demand. This invention not only effectively helps reduce the amount of non-degradable plastic waste, alleviating (缓解) the burden on environmental governance, but also ensures the safety of our food. Unlike some low-quality traditional plastic products that may release toxic substances when in contact with hot food or acidic drinks, biodegradable plastic tableware remains stable and harmless under normal usage conditions. With the continuous development of production technology and the expansion of production scale, the cost of this kind of tableware has gradually decreased, making it more and more affordable for both businesses and ordinary consumers. As a result, more and more people are willing to choose biodegradable plastic tableware in their daily lives. Though it is a seemingly small invention, it plays a crucial and irreplaceable role in protecting our planet and promoting sustainable development. 1．What is the main purpose of inventing biodegradable plastic tableware? A．To make food more delicious. B．To solve the problem of non-degradable plastic pollution. C．To reduce the cost of eating out. D．To make tableware more beautiful. 2．Which of the following is the material of biodegradable plastic tableware? A．Corn starch. B．Metal. C．Glass. D．Stone. 3．How long does it take for biodegradable plastic tableware to break down naturally? A．Hundreds of years. B．A few months. C．Forever. D．A few seconds. 4．Why is biodegradable plastic tableware safe for food? A．It is very cheap. B．It is made of metal. C．It does not release toxic substances when touching hot food. D．It is easy to carry. 5．Where is biodegradable plastic tableware widely used? A．In hospitals. B．In restaurants and schools. C．In factories. D．In libraries. Tetris (俄罗斯方块) is one of the most popular video games of all time. Do you know who invented it? A computer engineer named Alexey Pajitnov created it in 1984. He drew inspiration (灵感) from his favourite board game pentominoes (五连方块) and he invented the game just for fun. The game became popular almost as soon as it hit the market. The Tetris Company was set up in 1996. As a basic computer game, Tetris spread (传播) quickly. It was one of the most often played games on Nintendo Game Boy (任天堂掌上游戏机). Tetris was also the first video game played in space. In 1993, Aleksandr Serebrov played the game on his Game Boy while he was in space. After that, it became one of the most popular games among kids and adults. Tetris may be quite fun. (a) In a study, kids played Tetris for about 30 minutes daily over three months. (b) The game is also useful to help treat PTSD patients (创伤后应激障碍患者). (c) This led to growth in parts of their brains (大脑). (d) But it also has an positive influence on the brain. However, some people have a difficult time putting the game down. They spend so much time playing Tetris that they see tetrominoes falling in their dreams. Some even start to see things that are not really there. This is called the “Tetris Effect”. Since playing it has certain side effects (副作用), just make sure you play only when your parents know it! 1．Why did Alexey invent Tetris according to the text? A．To have fun. B．To do a survey. C．To help make money. D．To treat his illness. 2．When did Tetris start to become one of the most popular games among kids and adults? A．In 1984. B．In 1993. C．In 1994. D．In 1996. 3．Which of the following shows the right order of Paragraph 4? A．b—a—d—c B．b—d—a—c C．d—a—c—b D．d—b—c—a 4．What can we learn from the text? A．What the “Tetris Effect” is. B．We can play Tetris only on the computer. C．Tetris is popular only among children. D．Aleksandr Serebrov played Tetris in 1996. 5．According to the text, why does the writer mention the “Tetris Effect”? A．To show how playing Tetris can train your brain. B．To explain why Tetris is so fun and popular. C．To show that playing too much can cause problems. D．To tell us that Tetris is a game for all ages. Greg is a digital artist from Poland. He is known for his dream-like scenery paintings in a classic style. He has even created art for famous video games. Recently, he has become well-known in the world of AI tools. His special painting style is now one of the most popular keywords in free AI art tools. These tools enable anyone to create images by typing simple text. For example, if you type “Greg style”, the AI will produce a picture that looks very much like his work. But there’s a serious problem: most of these AI pictures are used without the agreement from the artists or proper copyright rules. This has caused problems in law, and artists like Greg are upset. A website that studies AI tools found that Greg’s name was used as a keyword nearly 100,000 times in Stable Diffusion. At first, he was shocked. When he searched his name online, he saw many AI-made images labeled “Greg style”—but he didn’t create any of them. “It’s only been a month,” Greg said worriedly. “What will happen in a year? The internet might be full of fake AI art, and I won’t even find my real work.” Greg isn’t alone. Many artists discovered their works were used to train AI models without agreement. Karla, an artist from San Francisco, found her art in Stable Diffusion’s training data. She has spoken out strongly about AI and copyright. Artists fear they’ll lose income, since people can use AI images to make money without paying for artists. “A group is growing in the art world,” says Karla. “We want to find ways to end or mitigate this problem.” The group is just starting and may push for new laws or rules. 1．What is the key reason that makes Greg famous recently? A．He painted in a dream-like classic way. B．He created art for famous video games. C．His painting style is widely used in AI tools. D．He started a group to fight AI copyright problems. 2．What does the phrase “Greg style” do in AI tools? A．It helps to protect Greg’s copyright. B．It teaches users how to draw like Greg. C．It helps users find Greg’s real artworks. D．It creates images that look like Greg’s art. 3．How did Greg feel when he saw AI pictures with his name? A．Proud and excited. B．Curious and quite happy. C．Shocked and worried. D．Angry and very frightened. 4．In the last paragraph, what does “mitigate” most likely mean? A．Make the problem worse. B．completely solve the problem. C．Make the problem less serious. D．Forget the problem and move on. 5．What do artists like Karla want to do to solve the problem? A．To push for new laws and rules. B．To sell their artwork at higher prices. C．To stop using AI tools completely. D．To create more traditional art pieces. Have you ever seen beautiful red paper cuttings on windows during the Spring Festival? Do you know that paper cutting is a traditional Chinese art with a long history? It is called “jianzhi” in Chinese, and it has been popular for over 1,500 years. Paper cutting was invented in China during the Han Dynasty. At that time, people used paper to make decorations for festivals and happy events. They cut paper into different shapes, such as flowers, animals, and Chinese characters like “福” (fu), which means good luck. The art was passed down from generation to generation, and it is still an important part of Chinese culture today. Many people wonder if paper cutting is difficult to learn. The answer is yes and no. You need a lot of practice to become skilled, but anyone can start with simple designs. All you need is a piece of paper and a pair of scissors. Paper cutting helps people be patient and creative. It is not only a kind of art, but also a good way to relax. Now paper cutting is popular not only in China but also around the world. Many foreign artists learn paper cutting and mix it with their own culture. In China, people often use paper cuttings to decorate their homes for the New Year or weddings. In schools, students learn paper cutting in a fun handicraft class. Paper cutting is more than just a craft—it carries people’s wishes for happiness and good luck. Let this beautiful art continue to shine in the hearts and hands of people everywhere. 1．The writer starts the passage by ________. A．asking questions B．telling stories C．giving examples D．showing numbers 2．What does the underlined word “It” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．Being patient. B．Using scissors. C．Paper cutting. D．A piece of paper. 3．The examples in Paragraph 4 show that________. A．paper cutting is only popular in China B．paper cutting is used only for weddings C．paper cutting is now part of world culture D．paper cutting is too difficult for students to learn 4．What is the writer’s attitude toward paper cutting? A．Worried. B．Proud. C．Uninterested. D．Surprised. 5．Which of the following is TRUE about paper cutting? A．It was invented in the Tang Dynasty. B．It requires many expensive tools. C．It is only popular in Chinese schools. D．It started about 1,500 years ago in China. 进阶拓展训练5篇 文章大意：这篇文章介绍了三项改变世界的重大科学发现：X 射线（X-rays），青霉素（penicillin），青蒿素（qinghaosu）。文章通过这三个故事，展现了科学发现的偶然性与必然性，以及这些发现对人类健康和社会发展的深远影响。 （课本改编）预习Unit 2 Section C的文章，单项选择题（基于X-rays，penicillin，qinghaosu课文） 1．Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discovered X-rays when he was doing experiments on _______. A．light B．electricity C．medicine D．bacteria 2．Penicillin was discovered by Sir Alexander Fleming _______. A．after many years of hard work B．by accident C．with the help of other scientists D．in a hospital 3．Tu Youyou and her team got the active part from qinghao by using _______. A．a high-heat method B．a low-heat method C．modern machines D．foreign medicine 4．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．X-rays were first used in factories. B．Penicillin could stop bacteria from growing. C．Tu Youyou tested qinghaosu on animals first. D．Röntgen didn’t win the Nobel Prize. 5．The passage is mainly about _______. A．three great medical discoveries and their influences B．the life stories of three famous scientists C．how to become a successful scientist D．the history of Traditional Chinese Medicine At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching our parents’ spending habits. Don’t worry if we haven’t learned how to save or spend money well. ▲ We should know that money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. It is more than a number on a bank account (账户). Do you know what a bank account is? If not, communicate with our parents. We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. It’s important for us to have a budget (预算). As the saying goes, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. ”Egg is the money and basket is the thing you need to spend money on. For example, if you have three eggs and three baskets, you should put an egg in every basket. This is the best budget. We should set a clear goal. Setting a goal will greatly assist us. It is a helpful way to help save more money. If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it, we can save our pocket money. After we have enough, we can buy that bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Without doubt, we should treat money in a wise way. Learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and right money values step by step! 1．Which of the following can be put in“ ▲ ”in  Paragraph  1? A．The following ways can help you make more money. B．All people are able to treat money in a wise way. C．Managing money well is certainly an easy task at first. D．Here are some tips to help you develop a good spending habit. 2．Where does money come from according to the text? A．Parents’ hard work. B．Kids’ life lessons. C．Good spending habits. D．The bank account. 3．According to Paragraph 3, how should we manage our money? A． B． C． D． 4．What does the underlined word “assist” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Relax. B．Control. C．Surprise. D．Help. 5．What is the best title for the text? A．Causes of Spending Money B．Ways of Managing Money C．Purposes of Treating Money D．Conditions of Saving Money ①Do you know about pets’ feelings? When is your dog happy? A new app called Happy Pets can tell you the answer. ②The app can analyse (分析) the faces of cats and dogs. Then it can tell you what kind your pet is and how it is feeling. It can show you some feelings—happiness, anger, sadness and fear. ③Scientists in Australia made the app. The key to the app is facial recognition (人脸识别), a common use of AI. We can unlock our mobile phones with it. But this is the first time this technology has been applied to animals. ④How does the app work? First, it analyses a picture of an animal. Then, it analyses the face of your pet. Is it a dog or a cat? Next comes the most important thing—finding out the feeling of the animal. For example, if a dog shouts at you with its wagging (来回摇摆的) tail, it means the dog is happy enough and it loves you. If a dog closes its eyes and mouth while moving its ears back, this means the dog is afraid. When a dog is quiet and lies on the ground, it may feel sick or unhappy. To get this skill, the app “saw” and “read” a lot of example pictures before. ⑤Can the app tell us the feeling of pets exactly? The scientists are sure about it. They also find that cats are more difficult to read than dogs. In the future maybe the app will analyse different sounds pets make. 1．The underlined word “it” in Para. 3 refers to ________. A．the picture B．facial recognition C．the mobile phone D．the pet 2．A dog named Puppy keeps moving back its ears with its eyes closed, and it probably feels________ A．happy B．sad C．afraid D．angry 3．How does the app “Happy Pets” work? Put the following steps in correct order. a. It analyses the face of the pet.         b. It analyses a picture of the animal. c. It finds out the feeling of the animal.   d. It decides what kind of animal it is. A．b-a-d-c B．b-a-c-d C．b-c-a-d D．b-d-a-c 4．What’s the structure of the passage? (①= paragraph 1,…) A． B． C． D． 5．Who may like this passage best? A．A pet lover. B．An artist. C．A doctor. D．A child. As we often use eyes to touch nature, most of us “lose” the ability to listen to the world. Peter writes music. He likes sounds and uses natural sounds as part of his music. He often went out to the wild with his microphone and recorded interesting sounds to put in movies or to use in his own songs. Instead of trying to catch just the sound of one animal or bird, he recorded the sound of everything all together—the animals, the trees, the wind and the earth. He called these recordings “soundscapes”—the sound of a certain place. Every soundscape Peter recorded had a lot of information. Back in his workshop, Peter used a computer to make a picture of all the sounds going on in a place. Each animal, bird and insect had its own place on the picture—its own notes in the music. The busier the picture, the richer the life in that place. “While a picture may be worth 1,000 words, a soundscape is worth 1,000 pictures,” Peter said. “Our ears tell us the sound of every leaf and animal and speak to the natural source (来源) of our lives, which may hold the secrets of love for all things, especially our own humanity.” But not everything is satisfying (令人满意的). When Peter began recording over forty years ago, he could record for ten hours and get one hour of usable material (素材) good enough for a movie. Now, because of human activities, it can take up to 1,000 hours or more to get the same thing. Some of the places he has recorded over the years have slowly fallen silent. His sound pictures show that although nature might look the same to humans, it has lost part of its orchestra (管弦乐队). So next time you are in the forests, try another way to look—shut your eyes, and listen. 1．Why did Peter record natural sounds? A．To write songs for a music group. B．To discover rich lives in the forest. C．To use some of them in his music. D．To make music about birds singing. 2．What is a sound picture in the text? A．The sound of every leaf and animal in nature. B．The sound recorded in the natural environment. C．A picture of music with sounds of 1,000 animals. D．A picture of music with natural sounds in a place. 3．What can we learn from paragraph 4? A．Recording sounds needs less material. B．Sound pictures are the same as before. C．Some beautiful sounds in nature are lost. D．Human activities improve recording results. 4．What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．Nature is the source of our future. B．Nature has wonders to be heard. C．Making music enriches our lives. D．Making music needs information. ①Have you seen circles, squares and triangles (三角形) everywhere in your daily life? Have you thought about their meanings in films? Much like colors, different shapes can show different features (特征) of characters in the scenes. ②Circles represent (象征) things that are soft and natural. The round shape reminds us of things that appear in nature, like the sun, flowers, raindrops and so on. We can also connect circles with beautiful eyes, babies’ round faces... All these things make us feel happy and warm. This is why so many cartoon characters’ bodies— heroes, kids, good people—are round in shape, because circles represent goodness, happiness and friendliness. ③Squares show things that are unnatural or man-made, or things that are boring or old-fashioned. In Up, Carl, an elderly man, has a square face and wears square glasses, while Russell, an 8-year-old boy with a round face, always wears round medals. These shapes show the characters’ personalities. Carl is stubborn (执拗的) and lonely, while Russell is lovely and full of energy. ④The angriest shape is the triangle. Kids who draw a monster with sharp teeth draw a row of triangles, don’t they? That’s because the shape represents fear, distrust and doubt in some way. If you look at the bad guys in cartoons, you’ll find they’re all drawn with plenty of points and triangles. And triangles are stable and don’t easily fall down. In films, this feature makes bad people difficult to deal with. ⑤Not only in cartoons, but also in other kinds of films, different shapes are used for the same purpose. So, next time you see a film, try to find the hidden shapes and you will know what the characters are like. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By telling a story. B．By asking questions. C．By listing numbers. D．By giving an example. 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Cartoon characters in triangles can be easy to get along with. B．Cartoon characters with a square face can be lovely and full of energy. C．Cartoon characters drawn with triangles can be good and brave. D．Cartoon characters in round shapes can be friendly and happy. 3．What does the underlined word “stable” mean in Paragraph 4? A．完整的 B．稳固的 C．常见的 D．规则的 4．Which of the following is the structure of the passage? (①= Paragraph 1...) A． B． C． D． 能力综合实践5篇 At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching our parents’ spending habits. Don’t worry if we haven’t learned well how to save or spend money. The following life lessons about money can help us form good spending habits. Money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. Going to their workplaces to watch how they work is a great way to understand money is not that easy to make. We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. It’s important for us to have a budget (预算). In other words, we need to think about how much money we have and what we really want to spend it on. Realizing that our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices. We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it, we can save our pocket money. How? Write down how much money we have in a notebook and watch it grow. After we have enough, we can buy that wonderful bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Reaching our goal will greatly satisfy (使满意) us. We can talk with our parents about how money is used and where money goes. Do you know what a bank account (账户) is? If not, communicate with our parents. We can also go to the supermarket with our parents to experience how money is spent in the real world. Without doubt, we should treat money in a right way. Actually, learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and a right attitude (态度) towards money gradually! 1．Who is the passage written for? A．Parents. B．Teachers. C．Managers. D．Children. 2．What’s the writer’s opinion about the pocket money? A．We can use it to buy whatever we want. B．We need to make smart spending choices. C．It’s impossible to spend all the money in one go. D．We can ask more pocket money from our family. 3．Which of the following can help us form good spending habits? A．Not setting any goal for saving money. B．Spending all the money on one thing we like without thinking. C．Thinking that money can be got easily without knowing parents’ hard work. D．Talking with our parents about how money is used and where it goes. 4．Put these sentences into the right order according to the passage. a．Kids get a right attitude towards money gradually. b．Kids experience how money is spent in the real world. c．Kids can save their pocket money to buy wonderful things. d．Kids need to know money made by parents may be used up. A．a-b-d-c B．c-d-a-b C．d-c-b-a D．b-a-c-d 5．Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching our parents’ spending habits. Don’t worry if we haven’t learned well how to save or spend money. The following life lessons about money can help us form good spending habits. Money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. Going to their workplaces to watch how they work is a great way to understand money is not that easy to make. ▲ . It’s important for us to have a budget. In other words, we need to think about how much money we have and what we really want to spend it on. Realizing that our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices. We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it we can save our pocket money. How? Write down how much money we have in a notebook and watch it grow. After we have enough, we can buy that wonderful bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Reaching our goal will greatly satiate us. We can talk with our parents about how money is used and where money goes. Do you know what a bank account is? If not, communicate with our parents. We can also go to the supermarket with our parents to experience how money is spent in the real world. Without doubt, we should treat money in a right way. Actually, learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and right money values step by step! 1．Where does money come from according to the text? A．Kids’ life lessons. B．Parents’ hard work. C．Good spending habits. D．The bank account. 2．Which of the following can be put in ▲ in Paragraph 3? A．We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. B．Parents shouldn’t give kids lots of pocket money. C．We shouldn’t know the value of money too early. D．Parents shouldn’t use money to control over their children. 3．What does the writer want kids to do by giving the example of buying a bicycle? A．To buy a wonderful notebook. B．To make a free spending choice. C．To set a goal of saving money. D．To have an experience of shopping. 4．What does the underlined word “satiate” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Relax. B．Interest. C．Surprise. D．Satisfy. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Causes of Spending Money B．Ways of Managing Money C．Purposes of Treating Money D．Conditions of Saving Money The secret of the green piggy bank Thirteen-year-old Leo always felt his pocket money disappeared too quickly. He wanted to buy a new bicycle, but saving enough money seemed impossible. One day, his grandfather gave him a special gift, a green piggy bank. “This isn’t an ordinary piggy bank, Leo,” his grandfather said with a smile. “It comes with a secret. If you learn to manage your money wisely, it will help you reach your goals.”       Leo was curious. He decided to follow his grandfather’s advice. First, he started writing down everything he spent his money on. He was surprised to see how much he spent on snacks and video games. Then, he made a simple plan. He decided to save 30% of his pocket money for the bicycle, spend 50% on things he needed, and save 20% for bigger, fun things later, like going to a movie with friends. It wasn’t always easy. When his friends bought ice cream or new comics, Leo sometimes found it difficult to say no. But he remembered his goal. After a few months, something amazing happened. The money in his piggy bank grew steadily. More importantly, Leo felt happy and in control. He learned the difference between what he wanted and what he needed. He bought his bicycle at the end of the year, feeling prouder than ever. Leo shared his story with his classmates. His teacher said, “You’ve learned a life skill more valuable than money itself!” 1．What was Leo’s problem at the beginning? A．He lost his pocket money. B．He didn’t get any pocket money. C．He found it hard to save money for a bicycle. D．His grandfather didn’t give him a gift. 2．What was the “secret” of the green piggy bank? A．It was full of money already. B．It could talk to Leo. C．It would magically create money. D．It represented the habit of managing money wisely. 3．What did Leo do first to manage his money? A．He bought fewer snacks. B．He made a spending plan. C．He tracked his spending. D．He asked his parents for more money. 4．What was the most important thing Leo learned? A．How to buy the best bicycle. B．The difference between needs and wants. C．How to earn money quickly. D．Where to buy cheap snacks. 5．What does the teacher mean by saying “a life skill more valuable than money”? A．The ability to manage money is very useful in life. B．Money is not important. C．Riding a bicycle is a great skill. D．Sharing stories with classmates is valuable. Do you know that taking good care of gardens can be a way of doing charity? That’s what the National Garden Scheme (NGS) (国家花园计划) has been doing. The organization opens over 3,500 private(私人的) gardens in England and Wales for people to visit, and raises money through tickets, tea and cakes. The NGS has a rich and interesting history. At a meeting in 1926, Miss Elsie Wagg came up with the idea of raising money for district (地区) nursing through the nation’s obsession (沉迷) with gardening. A year later the NGS began to work and garden owners were asked to open their gardens for “a shilling (先令) a head”. As a result, 609 gardens opened and a total of £8,191 was raised that year. During the past century, the number of gardens grew, so the NGS was able to help more charities with a larger amount of money. Thanks to the kindness of garden owners, volunteers and visitors, it has donated a total of £70 million to nursing and health charities so far. It made a donation of £3.5 million in 2024 and about 70 pence (便士) in every £1 (1 pound=100 pence) went straight to organizations like Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, Hospice UK and The Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing. The National Garden Scheme doesn’t just open beautiful gardens for charity. Its Gardens and Health programme also shows people the important role of gardening and gardens in helping open a path to health. 1．What is the National Garden Scheme in Britain? A．A scheme to learn gardening. B．A scheme for health education. C．A scheme to do charity. D．A scheme to enjoy garden life. 2．Why did Miss Elsie Wagg choose gardens as a way to raise money? A．Because the British had deep love for gardening. B．Because the number of gardens grew quickly in 1926. C．Because gardens had an interesting history in Britain. D．Because the garden owners in Britain were very rich. 3．How many pounds went straight to organizations like Macmillan Cancer Support in 2024? A．About £2 million. B．About £2.45 million. C．About £3.25 million. D．About £3.5 million. 4．Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? A．The National Garden Scheme started to work in 1926. B．Tea and cakes in these gardens are provided free of charge. C．The NGS donated £70 million to nursing and health charities in the 20th century. D．It’s a good idea to learn gardening because it can help you live a healthy life. 5．What’s the main purpose of this passage? A．To show how much the British love gardening. B．To show how much money can be made in British gardening. C．To explain the connection between NGS and gardening. D．To introduce NGS, a way to raise money for charities. Why is the sea salty? Long before we discovered scientific ways of thinking about it, we explained it in a story. Even though the answer isn’t scientific, it holds some other truth in it—especially about the human heart. Long ago, a poor old couple lived on the coast. One day, an old storyteller came to their village. The old couple gave him a meal. In return, he gave them a coffee mill (磨粉机) and said, “Say, ‘Mill, please grind (磨粉)’,  and it’ll make whatever you want. To stop it, say ‘Mill, please cease (停止) grinding’.” Soon the old couple had a much better life. They’d been happy people, and they didn’t need much more. But the young couple next door were never satisfied. When they saw the old couple wearing good clothes and buying good food, they burned with envy (羡慕). So one day, the young husband went to the old couple’s house secretly and heard, “Mill, please grind hot chocolate”. He was surprised to see it coming out. Then the young couple stole the mill from the old couple. With it, they rode a horse and set off down the coast, where no one would know them. Along the way, the husband showed proudly and asked, “What do you want it to make?” “Oh, I don’t know. Why not salt?” the wife said. “Mill, please grind salt,” he said. “It works,” the wife shouted. But then they noticed the salt went everywhere. “Make it stop,” the wife said. But the husband didn’t know how. “Mill, please stop grinding! Please, no more”. His words didn’t work. The mill kept grinding. Finally, the young husband threw the mill into the sea as far as he could. And there it’s been, for hundreds of years, endlessly grinding salt. That’s why the sea is salty. 根据短文内容，选择最佳答案。 1．How did the old couple get the coffee mill? A．They found it by the sea. B．They bought it from a storyteller. C．They stole it from the young couple. D．They got it as a reward (回报) for helping a storyteller. 2．What’s the right time order of the following events? a. It began to produce salt.        b. The young husband threw it. c. The young couple stole it.        d. The old couple got it. A．b-d-a-c B．b-a-d-c C．d-a-c-b D．d-c-a-b 3．How did the story explain why the sea is salty? A．The young couple poured a lot of salt into the sea. B．The salt was naturally in the sea from the beginning. C．The old couple used the mill to make salt near the sea. D．The mill in the sea has been grinding salt for hundreds of years. 4．How did the young husband’s feelings change? A．sorry—sad—excited B．thirsty—excited—afraid C．happy—nervous—proud D．surprised—thankful—happy 5．Which of the following is the best title for the story? A．The Magic Coffee Mill B．The Poor Young Couple C．Why the Sea Is Salty D．The Kind Old Couple 2 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 1 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 期中复习之阅读理解进阶练15篇 （紧贴新教材单元话题，Units 1-3） 说明：此专题分三个难度层次，基础入门训练<进阶拓展训练< 能力综合实践，老师根据学生实际情况进行针对性难度训练。 基础入门训练5篇 Vincent van Gogh is one of the most influential and beloved painters in Western art history. Born in the Netherlands in 1853, he did not start painting until his late 20s, but his artistic career, though short, was incredibly productive. Over just a decade, he created more than 2,000 works, including around 900 paintings and 1,100 drawings and sketches. Van Gogh’s art is famous for its bold, vibrant colours and distinctive, expressive brushstrokes, which he used to convey his intense emotions and profound love for nature, rural life, and ordinary people. He produced many world-famous masterpieces, such as The Starry Night and the Sunflowers series. The Starry Night, painted in 1889 during his stay at a mental asylum (精神病院), depicts a swirling, dreamlike sky filled with bright stars and a glowing crescent moon, while his Sunflowers paintings feature vivid yellow blooms that seem to radiate warmth and energy. Sadly, Van Gogh faced great struggles in his lifetime—he battled mental illness and received little recognition for his art while alive. He passed away in 1890 at the young age of 37. Today, his paintings are displayed in top museums across the globe and are admired by millions. Van Gogh’s unique style has inspired countless artists and continues to leave an enduring impact on the world of art. 1．Where was Vincent van Gogh born? A．France. B．The Netherlands. C．Germany. D．Italy. 2．When did Van Gogh begin his painting career? A．In his early 20s. B．In his late 20s. C．When he was a child. D．After he turned 40. 3．Which work was created when Van Gogh stayed at a mental asylum? A．The Sunflowers. B．Mona Lisa. C．The Starry Night. D．The Scream. 4．How many works did Van Gogh create? A．More than 2,000. B．About 1,100. C．Less than 900. D．About 370. 5．What can we learn about Van Gogh from the passage? A．He was widely praised for his art during his lifetime. B．His works are famous for soft colours and smooth brushstrokes. C．He created lots of works in a short artistic career. D．He only painted natural scenery and flowers. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要介绍了荷兰后印象派画家文森特·梵高的生平、艺术风格、代表作品以及他短暂而高产的职业生涯。 1．细节理解题。根据第1段“Born in the Netherlands in 1853”可知，文森特·梵高出生于荷兰。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第1段“he did not start painting until his late 20s”可知，梵高直到二十多岁后期才开始绘画生涯。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第2段“The Starry Night, painted in 1889 during his stay at a mental asylum”可知，《星月夜》是梵高在精神病院期间创作的。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据第1段“over just a decade, he created more than 2,000 works,”可知，梵高创作了超过2000件作品。故选A。 5．推理判断题。根据第1段“his artistic career, though short, was incredibly productive. Over just a decade, he created more than 2,000 works”可知，梵高的艺术生涯虽短，但非常高产。故选C。 In recent years, environmental pollution has become an increasingly serious problem that affects nearly every corner of the world. Among various types of pollution, plastic waste pollution stands out as a major threat to ecosystems, including oceans, forests, and farmlands. A significant contributor to this issue is the large amount of non-degradable (不可降解的) plastic products, especially single-use plastic bags and tableware (餐具) that are discarded after just one use. To address this pressing problem, scientists have devoted extensive research and finally invented biodegradable (可生物降解的) plastic tableware. This innovative tableware is primarily made from renewable natural materials such as corn starch (玉米淀粉), sugarcane fiber, and wheat straw (麦秸)—all of which are environmentally friendly and easy to decompose (分解). Unlike traditional plastic tableware, which can  take hundreds  of years to break down and may release harmful toxins (毒素) during the process, biodegradable plastic tableware can decompose naturally in soil or water within just a few months. What’s more, it does not leave any harmful chemicals in the environment after decomposition, making it a much greener and more eco-friendly alternative. Biodegradable plastic tableware has brought remarkable benefits to our daily lives and the environment. It has been widely adopted in various places such as restaurants, canteens of schools and offices, and takeout delivery services—scenarios where single-use tableware is in high demand. This invention not only effectively helps reduce the amount of non-degradable plastic waste, alleviating (缓解) the burden on environmental governance, but also ensures the safety of our food. Unlike some low-quality traditional plastic products that may release toxic substances when in contact with hot food or acidic drinks, biodegradable plastic tableware remains stable and harmless under normal usage conditions. With the continuous development of production technology and the expansion of production scale, the cost of this kind of tableware has gradually decreased, making it more and more affordable for both businesses and ordinary consumers. As a result, more and more people are willing to choose biodegradable plastic tableware in their daily lives. Though it is a seemingly small invention, it plays a crucial and irreplaceable role in protecting our planet and promoting sustainable development. 1．What is the main purpose of inventing biodegradable plastic tableware? A．To make food more delicious. B．To solve the problem of non-degradable plastic pollution. C．To reduce the cost of eating out. D．To make tableware more beautiful. 2．Which of the following is the material of biodegradable plastic tableware? A．Corn starch. B．Metal. C．Glass. D．Stone. 3．How long does it take for biodegradable plastic tableware to break down naturally? A．Hundreds of years. B．A few months. C．Forever. D．A few seconds. 4．Why is biodegradable plastic tableware safe for food? A．It is very cheap. B．It is made of metal. C．It does not release toxic substances when touching hot food. D．It is easy to carry. 5．Where is biodegradable plastic tableware widely used? A．In hospitals. B．In restaurants and schools. C．In factories. D．In libraries. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了为应对不可降解塑料污染问题，科学家发明了可生物降解塑料餐具，介绍了其材料、分解特点、安全性、应用场景及对环保的意义。 1．第一段指出发明背景：“To address this pressing problem, scientists have devoted extensive research and finally invented biodegradable plastic tableware.”，这直接说明发明可生物降解塑料餐具的主要目的是解决不可降解塑料污染问题。 2．第一段指出材料：“This innovative tableware is primarily made from renewable natural materials such as corn starch, sugarcane fibre, and wheat straw…”，这直接说明玉米淀粉是其材料之一。 3．第一段指出分解时间：“biodegradable plastic tableware can decompose naturally in soil or water within just a few months”，这直接说明其自然分解需要几个月的时间。 4．第二段说明安全性：“Unlike some low-quality traditional plastic products that may release toxic substances when in contact with hot food or acidic drinks, biodegradable tableware remains stable and harmless under normal usage conditions”，这直接说明它接触热食物时不会释放有毒物质，因此对食物安全。 5．第二段指出应用场景：“It has been widely adopted in various places such as restaurants, canteens of schools and offices, and takeout delivery services”，这直接说明它在餐馆和学校等场所被广泛使用。 Tetris (俄罗斯方块) is one of the most popular video games of all time. Do you know who invented it? A computer engineer named Alexey Pajitnov created it in 1984. He drew inspiration (灵感) from his favourite board game pentominoes (五连方块) and he invented the game just for fun. The game became popular almost as soon as it hit the market. The Tetris Company was set up in 1996. As a basic computer game, Tetris spread (传播) quickly. It was one of the most often played games on Nintendo Game Boy (任天堂掌上游戏机). Tetris was also the first video game played in space. In 1993, Aleksandr Serebrov played the game on his Game Boy while he was in space. After that, it became one of the most popular games among kids and adults. Tetris may be quite fun. (a) In a study, kids played Tetris for about 30 minutes daily over three months. (b) The game is also useful to help treat PTSD patients (创伤后应激障碍患者). (c) This led to growth in parts of their brains (大脑). (d) But it also has an positive influence on the brain. However, some people have a difficult time putting the game down. They spend so much time playing Tetris that they see tetrominoes falling in their dreams. Some even start to see things that are not really there. This is called the “Tetris Effect”. Since playing it has certain side effects (副作用), just make sure you play only when your parents know it! 1．Why did Alexey invent Tetris according to the text? A．To have fun. B．To do a survey. C．To help make money. D．To treat his illness. 2．When did Tetris start to become one of the most popular games among kids and adults? A．In 1984. B．In 1993. C．In 1994. D．In 1996. 3．Which of the following shows the right order of Paragraph 4? A．b—a—d—c B．b—d—a—c C．d—a—c—b D．d—b—c—a 4．What can we learn from the text? A．What the “Tetris Effect” is. B．We can play Tetris only on the computer. C．Tetris is popular only among children. D．Aleksandr Serebrov played Tetris in 1996. 5．According to the text, why does the writer mention the “Tetris Effect”? A．To show how playing Tetris can train your brain. B．To explain why Tetris is so fun and popular. C．To show that playing too much can cause problems. D．To tell us that Tetris is a game for all ages. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文介绍俄罗斯方块的发明者、流行过程、对大脑的益处以及过度玩耍带来的俄罗斯方块效应。 1．第一段说明原因：“he invented the game just for fun.”，表明发明者创造游戏只是为了好玩。 2．第三段提到：“In 1993, Aleksandr Serebrov played the game...After that, it became one of the most popular games”，说明1993年之后它成为最受欢迎的游戏之一。 3．第四段转折：“Tetris may be quite fun.”，用d句转折引出对大脑的积极影响，接着用a句介绍孩子的研究过程，c句说明该研究带来的大脑变化，最后用b句补充其在治疗患者方面的作用，顺序为d—a—c—b。 4．第五段定义：“They spend so much time playing Tetris...This is called the ‘Tetris Effect’.”，详细解释了“俄罗斯方块效应”是什么。 5．第五段指出：“Since playing it has certain side effects”，说明作者提到该效应是为表明玩太多会产生问题。 Greg is a digital artist from Poland. He is known for his dream-like scenery paintings in a classic style. He has even created art for famous video games. Recently, he has become well-known in the world of AI tools. His special painting style is now one of the most popular keywords in free AI art tools. These tools enable anyone to create images by typing simple text. For example, if you type “Greg style”, the AI will produce a picture that looks very much like his work. But there’s a serious problem: most of these AI pictures are used without the agreement from the artists or proper copyright rules. This has caused problems in law, and artists like Greg are upset. A website that studies AI tools found that Greg’s name was used as a keyword nearly 100,000 times in Stable Diffusion. At first, he was shocked. When he searched his name online, he saw many AI-made images labeled “Greg style”—but he didn’t create any of them. “It’s only been a month,” Greg said worriedly. “What will happen in a year? The internet might be full of fake AI art, and I won’t even find my real work.” Greg isn’t alone. Many artists discovered their works were used to train AI models without agreement. Karla, an artist from San Francisco, found her art in Stable Diffusion’s training data. She has spoken out strongly about AI and copyright. Artists fear they’ll lose income, since people can use AI images to make money without paying for artists. “A group is growing in the art world,” says Karla. “We want to find ways to end or mitigate this problem.” The group is just starting and may push for new laws or rules. 1．What is the key reason that makes Greg famous recently? A．He painted in a dream-like classic way. B．He created art for famous video games. C．His painting style is widely used in AI tools. D．He started a group to fight AI copyright problems. 2．What does the phrase “Greg style” do in AI tools? A．It helps to protect Greg’s copyright. B．It teaches users how to draw like Greg. C．It helps users find Greg’s real artworks. D．It creates images that look like Greg’s art. 3．How did Greg feel when he saw AI pictures with his name? A．Proud and excited. B．Curious and quite happy. C．Shocked and worried. D．Angry and very frightened. 4．In the last paragraph, what does “mitigate” most likely mean? A．Make the problem worse. B．completely solve the problem. C．Make the problem less serious. D．Forget the problem and move on. 5．What do artists like Karla want to do to solve the problem? A．To push for new laws and rules. B．To sell their artwork at higher prices. C．To stop using AI tools completely. D．To create more traditional art pieces. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，讲述了数字艺术家Greg因其独特的绘画风格在AI工具领域广受欢迎，但这也导致他的作品被未经授权地使用，引发了版权问题。Greg和其他艺术家对此感到担忧，并希望找到方法解决这一问题，可能推动新的法律或规则的制定。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Recently, he has become well-known in the world of AI tools.”和第二段“His special painting style is now one of the most popular keywords in free AI art tools.”可知，Greg最近出名的原因是他的绘画风格在AI工具中被广泛使用。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“For example, if you type ‘Greg style’, the AI will produce a picture that looks very much like his work.”可知，在AI工具中输入“Greg style”会生成看起来像Greg作品的图像。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“At first, he was shocked. When he searched his name online, he saw many AI-made images labeled ‘Greg style’—but he didn’t create any of them.”和第五段“‘It’s only been a month,’ Greg said worriedly.”可知，Greg看到AI图片使用他的名字时感到震惊和担心。故选C。 4．词句猜测题。根据文章最后一段“We want to find ways to end or mitigate this problem.”以及上下文艺术家们希望解决AI版权问题的情境，可以推断“mitigate”意为“使问题不那么严重”。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“The group is just starting and may push for new laws or rules.”可知，像Karla这样的艺术家希望通过推动新的法律或规则来解决这个问题。故选A。 Have you ever seen beautiful red paper cuttings on windows during the Spring Festival? Do you know that paper cutting is a traditional Chinese art with a long history? It is called “jianzhi” in Chinese, and it has been popular for over 1,500 years. Paper cutting was invented in China during the Han Dynasty. At that time, people used paper to make decorations for festivals and happy events. They cut paper into different shapes, such as flowers, animals, and Chinese characters like “福” (fu), which means good luck. The art was passed down from generation to generation, and it is still an important part of Chinese culture today. Many people wonder if paper cutting is difficult to learn. The answer is yes and no. You need a lot of practice to become skilled, but anyone can start with simple designs. All you need is a piece of paper and a pair of scissors. Paper cutting helps people be patient and creative. It is not only a kind of art, but also a good way to relax. Now paper cutting is popular not only in China but also around the world. Many foreign artists learn paper cutting and mix it with their own culture. In China, people often use paper cuttings to decorate their homes for the New Year or weddings. In schools, students learn paper cutting in a fun handicraft class. Paper cutting is more than just a craft—it carries people’s wishes for happiness and good luck. Let this beautiful art continue to shine in the hearts and hands of people everywhere. 1．The writer starts the passage by ________. A．asking questions B．telling stories C．giving examples D．showing numbers 2．What does the underlined word “It” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．Being patient. B．Using scissors. C．Paper cutting. D．A piece of paper. 3．The examples in Paragraph 4 show that________. A．paper cutting is only popular in China B．paper cutting is used only for weddings C．paper cutting is now part of world culture D．paper cutting is too difficult for students to learn 4．What is the writer’s attitude toward paper cutting? A．Worried. B．Proud. C．Uninterested. D．Surprised. 5．Which of the following is TRUE about paper cutting? A．It was invented in the Tang Dynasty. B．It requires many expensive tools. C．It is only popular in Chinese schools. D．It started about 1,500 years ago in China. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了中国传统艺术剪纸的历史、特点、学习难度、在世界范围的流行情况以及其所承载的美好寓意。 1．根据文章第一段“Have you ever seen...Do you know...”可知，作者通过提问的方式开启文章。 2．根据文章第三段“Paper cutting helps people...It is not only a kind of art...”可知，“It”指代前面提到的“Paper cutting”，即剪纸。 3．根据文章第四段“Now paper cutting is popular not only in China but also around the world...”可知，剪纸现在已成为世界文化的一部分，文中举例“Many foreign artists learn paper cutting and mix it with their own culture.”也说明了这一点。 4．根据文章最后一段“Let this beautiful art continue to shine in the hearts and hands of people everywhere.”可知，作者对剪纸持自豪的态度，希望其能继续在世界各地闪耀。 5．根据文章第二段“...it has been popular for over 1,500 years.”以及“Paper cutting was invented in China during the Han Dynasty.”可知，剪纸起源于中国汉朝，距今已有1500多年历史。 进阶拓展训练5篇 文章大意：这篇文章介绍了三项改变世界的重大科学发现：X 射线（X-rays），青霉素（penicillin），青蒿素（qinghaosu）。文章通过这三个故事，展现了科学发现的偶然性与必然性，以及这些发现对人类健康和社会发展的深远影响。 （课本改编）预习Unit 2 Section C的文章，单项选择题（基于X-rays，penicillin，qinghaosu课文） 1．Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discovered X-rays when he was doing experiments on _______. A．light B．electricity C．medicine D．bacteria 2．Penicillin was discovered by Sir Alexander Fleming _______. A．after many years of hard work B．by accident C．with the help of other scientists D．in a hospital 3．Tu Youyou and her team got the active part from qinghao by using _______. A．a high-heat method B．a low-heat method C．modern machines D．foreign medicine 4．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．X-rays were first used in factories. B．Penicillin could stop bacteria from growing. C．Tu Youyou tested qinghaosu on animals first. D．Röntgen didn’t win the Nobel Prize. 5．The passage is mainly about _______. A．three great medical discoveries and their influences B．the life stories of three famous scientists C．how to become a successful scientist D．the history of Traditional Chinese Medicine 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要讲述了伦琴发现X射线、弗莱明发现青霉素以及屠呦呦发现青蒿素这三个改变世界的科学发现背后的故事，并总结了伟大发现往往源于努力工作、细心观察和不放弃的精神。 1．细节理解题。根据第1段“The German scientist Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen wanted to use tubes to do experiments on electricity.”可知，伦琴是在做关于电的实验时发现X射线的。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第2段“The British scientist, Sir Alexander Fleming, discovered penicillin by accident.”可知，弗莱明是偶然发现青霉素的。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第3段“Finally, one line lit up an idea for her—a low-heat method! With this method, she and her team successfully got the active part from the plant.”可知，屠呦呦和她的团队通过使用低温方法从青蒿中提取了有效成分。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据第2段“To his surprise, the mould seemed to stop the bacteria around it from growing.”可知，青霉素能够阻止细菌生长。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。全文讲述了三个伟大科学发现的故事，并在最后一段总结这些发现极大地改善了人们的生活。因此文章主要讲述了三个伟大的医学发现及其影响。故选A。 At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching our parents’ spending habits. Don’t worry if we haven’t learned how to save or spend money well. ▲ We should know that money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. It is more than a number on a bank account (账户). Do you know what a bank account is? If not, communicate with our parents. We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. It’s important for us to have a budget (预算). As the saying goes, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. ”Egg is the money and basket is the thing you need to spend money on. For example, if you have three eggs and three baskets, you should put an egg in every basket. This is the best budget. We should set a clear goal. Setting a goal will greatly assist us. It is a helpful way to help save more money. If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it, we can save our pocket money. After we have enough, we can buy that bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Without doubt, we should treat money in a wise way. Learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and right money values step by step! 1．Which of the following can be put in“ ▲ ”in  Paragraph  1? A．The following ways can help you make more money. B．All people are able to treat money in a wise way. C．Managing money well is certainly an easy task at first. D．Here are some tips to help you develop a good spending habit. 2．Where does money come from according to the text? A．Parents’ hard work. B．Kids’ life lessons. C．Good spending habits. D．The bank account. 3．According to Paragraph 3, how should we manage our money? A． B． C． D． 4．What does the underlined word “assist” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Relax. B．Control. C．Surprise. D．Help. 5．What is the best title for the text? A．Causes of Spending Money B．Ways of Managing Money C．Purposes of Treating Money D．Conditions of Saving Money 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了如何培养良好的消费习惯以及一些管理金钱的方法。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“Don’t worry if we haven’t learned how to save or spend money well.”以及后文介绍的一些管理金钱的方法可知，此处应是引出后文内容的句子，选项D“以下是一些帮助你养成良好消费习惯的建议”符合语境。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day.”可知，钱来自父母的辛勤工作。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. It’s important for us to have a budget (预算). As the saying goes, ‘Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. ’Egg is the money and basket is the thing you need to spend money on. For example, if you have three eggs and three baskets, you should put an egg in every basket. This is the best budget.”可知，我们应该有预算，不要把钱一次性花完，要把钱合理分配，不要把鸡蛋放在一个篮子里，选项B把3个鸡蛋分别放入3个篮子，是合理的理财方式。故选B。 4．词句猜测题。根据“Setting a goal will greatly assist us. It is a helpful way to help save more money.”可知，设定目标将极大地帮助我们，这是一种有助于节省更多钱的方法，所以“assist”的意思是“帮助”。故选D。 5．最佳标题题。全文围绕如何管理金钱展开，介绍了一些培养良好消费习惯和管理金钱的方法，所以选项B“管理金钱的方法”最适合作为本文的标题。故选B。 ①Do you know about pets’ feelings? When is your dog happy? A new app called Happy Pets can tell you the answer. ②The app can analyse (分析) the faces of cats and dogs. Then it can tell you what kind your pet is and how it is feeling. It can show you some feelings—happiness, anger, sadness and fear. ③Scientists in Australia made the app. The key to the app is facial recognition (人脸识别), a common use of AI. We can unlock our mobile phones with it. But this is the first time this technology has been applied to animals. ④How does the app work? First, it analyses a picture of an animal. Then, it analyses the face of your pet. Is it a dog or a cat? Next comes the most important thing—finding out the feeling of the animal. For example, if a dog shouts at you with its wagging (来回摇摆的) tail, it means the dog is happy enough and it loves you. If a dog closes its eyes and mouth while moving its ears back, this means the dog is afraid. When a dog is quiet and lies on the ground, it may feel sick or unhappy. To get this skill, the app “saw” and “read” a lot of example pictures before. ⑤Can the app tell us the feeling of pets exactly? The scientists are sure about it. They also find that cats are more difficult to read than dogs. In the future maybe the app will analyse different sounds pets make. 1．The underlined word “it” in Para. 3 refers to ________. A．the picture B．facial recognition C．the mobile phone D．the pet 2．A dog named Puppy keeps moving back its ears with its eyes closed, and it probably feels________ A．happy B．sad C．afraid D．angry 3．How does the app “Happy Pets” work? Put the following steps in correct order. a. It analyses the face of the pet.         b. It analyses a picture of the animal. c. It finds out the feeling of the animal.   d. It decides what kind of animal it is. A．b-a-d-c B．b-a-c-d C．b-c-a-d D．b-d-a-c 4．What’s the structure of the passage? (①= paragraph 1,…) A． B． C． D． 5．Who may like this passage best? A．A pet lover. B．An artist. C．A doctor. D．A child. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．B 5．A 【导语】 本文是一篇科技类说明文，介绍了澳大利亚科学家研发的Happy Pets宠物情绪识别APP，涵盖功能、技术、工作流程及未来规划，贴近生活实用性强。 1．第三段明确提到人脸识别是APP的核心技术，后文用it承接该技术，说明其可用于手机解锁，因此it指代facial recognition，对应选项B；其余选项均为段落无关细节，偏离指代语境。 2．第四段明确提到狗狗闭眼、耳朵向后撇的状态代表害怕，题干描述与原文完全匹配，对应答案afraid；其余情绪均无对应肢体动作，属于细节干扰项。 3．第四段明确提到操作步骤为：分析动物照片(b)→分析宠物面部(a)→判断宠物种类(d)→识别宠物情绪(c)，正确顺序为b-a-d-c，对应选项A，其余排序均打乱原文逻辑，不符合工作流程。 4．文章结构为经典总分总结构，对应选项B：①段以设问引出Happy Pets APP这一话题；②段介绍APP的核心功能；③段说明研发主体与核心技术；④段详解APP的工作原理；⑤段阐述识别准确率与未来研发方向，全文层层递进、逻辑清晰。 5．本题判断文章受众，需把握细节主旨，全文围绕宠物情绪识别展开，对应核心主题为宠物智能应用，因此最受宠物爱好者喜爱，对应选项A；艺术家、医生、儿童均与主题关联度低，偏离核心受众定位。 As we often use eyes to touch nature, most of us “lose” the ability to listen to the world. Peter writes music. He likes sounds and uses natural sounds as part of his music. He often went out to the wild with his microphone and recorded interesting sounds to put in movies or to use in his own songs. Instead of trying to catch just the sound of one animal or bird, he recorded the sound of everything all together—the animals, the trees, the wind and the earth. He called these recordings “soundscapes”—the sound of a certain place. Every soundscape Peter recorded had a lot of information. Back in his workshop, Peter used a computer to make a picture of all the sounds going on in a place. Each animal, bird and insect had its own place on the picture—its own notes in the music. The busier the picture, the richer the life in that place. “While a picture may be worth 1,000 words, a soundscape is worth 1,000 pictures,” Peter said. “Our ears tell us the sound of every leaf and animal and speak to the natural source (来源) of our lives, which may hold the secrets of love for all things, especially our own humanity.” But not everything is satisfying (令人满意的). When Peter began recording over forty years ago, he could record for ten hours and get one hour of usable material (素材) good enough for a movie. Now, because of human activities, it can take up to 1,000 hours or more to get the same thing. Some of the places he has recorded over the years have slowly fallen silent. His sound pictures show that although nature might look the same to humans, it has lost part of its orchestra (管弦乐队). So next time you are in the forests, try another way to look—shut your eyes, and listen. 1．Why did Peter record natural sounds? A．To write songs for a music group. B．To discover rich lives in the forest. C．To use some of them in his music. D．To make music about birds singing. 2．What is a sound picture in the text? A．The sound of every leaf and animal in nature. B．The sound recorded in the natural environment. C．A picture of music with sounds of 1,000 animals. D．A picture of music with natural sounds in a place. 3．What can we learn from paragraph 4? A．Recording sounds needs less material. B．Sound pictures are the same as before. C．Some beautiful sounds in nature are lost. D．Human activities improve recording results. 4．What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．Nature is the source of our future. B．Nature has wonders to be heard. C．Making music enriches our lives. D．Making music needs information. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要介绍了Peter通过录制自然声音创作音乐，并呼吁人们闭上眼睛，用心聆听自然的声音，感受自然的奇妙。 1．根据第二段中“He likes sounds and uses natural sounds as part of his music.”可知，Peter录制自然声音是为了把它们用在自己的音乐里。 2．根据第三段中“Peter used a computer to make a picture of all the sounds going on in a place.”可知，sound picture是用电脑制作的、包含某个地方自然声音的音乐图谱。 3．根据第四段中“Some of the places he has recorded over the years have slowly fallen silent.”以及“it has lost part of its orchestra”可知，自然界中一些美好的声音正在消失。 4．根据最后一段中“try another way to look—shut your eyes, and listen.”以及全文内容可知，作者想要告诉我们自然有值得我们去聆听的奇妙之处。 ①Have you seen circles, squares and triangles (三角形) everywhere in your daily life? Have you thought about their meanings in films? Much like colors, different shapes can show different features (特征) of characters in the scenes. ②Circles represent (象征) things that are soft and natural. The round shape reminds us of things that appear in nature, like the sun, flowers, raindrops and so on. We can also connect circles with beautiful eyes, babies’ round faces... All these things make us feel happy and warm. This is why so many cartoon characters’ bodies— heroes, kids, good people—are round in shape, because circles represent goodness, happiness and friendliness. ③Squares show things that are unnatural or man-made, or things that are boring or old-fashioned. In Up, Carl, an elderly man, has a square face and wears square glasses, while Russell, an 8-year-old boy with a round face, always wears round medals. These shapes show the characters’ personalities. Carl is stubborn (执拗的) and lonely, while Russell is lovely and full of energy. ④The angriest shape is the triangle. Kids who draw a monster with sharp teeth draw a row of triangles, don’t they? That’s because the shape represents fear, distrust and doubt in some way. If you look at the bad guys in cartoons, you’ll find they’re all drawn with plenty of points and triangles. And triangles are stable and don’t easily fall down. In films, this feature makes bad people difficult to deal with. ⑤Not only in cartoons, but also in other kinds of films, different shapes are used for the same purpose. So, next time you see a film, try to find the hidden shapes and you will know what the characters are like. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By telling a story. B．By asking questions. C．By listing numbers. D．By giving an example. 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Cartoon characters in triangles can be easy to get along with. B．Cartoon characters with a square face can be lovely and full of energy. C．Cartoon characters drawn with triangles can be good and brave. D．Cartoon characters in round shapes can be friendly and happy. 3．What does the underlined word “stable” mean in Paragraph 4? A．完整的 B．稳固的 C．常见的 D．规则的 4．Which of the following is the structure of the passage? (①= Paragraph 1...) A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了电影中不同形状 (圆形、方形、三角形) 所象征的人物特征，并解释了这些形状如何帮助观众理解角色性格。 1．第一段开头连续提出两个问题：“Have you seen circles, squares and triangles everywhere in your daily life? Have you thought about their meanings in films?”，说明作者通过提问来开篇。 2．第二段明确指出：“circles represent goodness, happiness and friendliness”，说明圆形角色通常代表友好和快乐。 3．第四段提到三角形的特征时指出：“And triangles are stable and don’t easily fall down”，结合上下文，这里描述三角形不易倒下，即结构“稳固的”。 4．文章结构为：第一段总起提出问题，引出话题；第二、三、四段分别介绍圆形、方形、三角形的象征意义；第五段总结并鼓励读者在电影中寻找这些形状。因此①总起，②③④并列分述，⑤总结；因此，选项A结构图符合题意。 能力综合实践5篇 At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching our parents’ spending habits. Don’t worry if we haven’t learned well how to save or spend money. The following life lessons about money can help us form good spending habits. Money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. Going to their workplaces to watch how they work is a great way to understand money is not that easy to make. We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. It’s important for us to have a budget (预算). In other words, we need to think about how much money we have and what we really want to spend it on. Realizing that our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices. We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it, we can save our pocket money. How? Write down how much money we have in a notebook and watch it grow. After we have enough, we can buy that wonderful bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Reaching our goal will greatly satisfy (使满意) us. We can talk with our parents about how money is used and where money goes. Do you know what a bank account (账户) is? If not, communicate with our parents. We can also go to the supermarket with our parents to experience how money is spent in the real world. Without doubt, we should treat money in a right way. Actually, learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and a right attitude (态度) towards money gradually! 1．Who is the passage written for? A．Parents. B．Teachers. C．Managers. D．Children. 2．What’s the writer’s opinion about the pocket money? A．We can use it to buy whatever we want. B．We need to make smart spending choices. C．It’s impossible to spend all the money in one go. D．We can ask more pocket money from our family. 3．Which of the following can help us form good spending habits? A．Not setting any goal for saving money. B．Spending all the money on one thing we like without thinking. C．Thinking that money can be got easily without knowing parents’ hard work. D．Talking with our parents about how money is used and where it goes. 4．Put these sentences into the right order according to the passage. a．Kids get a right attitude towards money gradually. b．Kids experience how money is spent in the real world. c．Kids can save their pocket money to buy wonderful things. d．Kids need to know money made by parents may be used up. A．a-b-d-c B．c-d-a-b C．d-c-b-a D．b-a-c-d 5．Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．D 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了如何帮助孩子们形成良好的消费习惯。 1．推理判断题。根据文章开头第一段“At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching our parents’ spending habits.”以及全文内容可知，文章针对的是孩子们。故选D。 2．观点态度题。根据文章第三段“Realizing that our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices.”可知，作者认为零花钱不能覆盖所有想要的东西，应该做出明智的消费选择。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第五段“We can talk with our parents about how money is used and where money goes.”可知，与父母讨论金钱的使用和去向有助于形成良好的消费习惯。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据文章内容顺序： 1. 第二段提到“We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day” (对应d)； 2. 第四段提到“If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it, we can save our pocket money.” (对应c)； 3. 第五段提到“We can also go to the supermarket with our parents to experience how money is spent in the real world.” (对应b)； 4. 最后一段提到“we can get a sense of money management and a right attitude (态度) towards money gradually!” (对应a)。 正确顺序为d-c-b-a。故选C。 5．篇章结构题。文章结构为： 1. 引入主题 (第一段)； 2. 分点说明 (第二至五段)； 3. 总结 (最后一段)。 因此结构为总—分—总，对应选项B的图示。故选B。 At an early age, we start learning how to manage money by watching our parents’ spending habits. Don’t worry if we haven’t learned well how to save or spend money. The following life lessons about money can help us form good spending habits. Money doesn’t grow on trees. As kids, we don’t often think about where money comes from. We need to know that our parents work hard to make money, and that it may be used up one day. Going to their workplaces to watch how they work is a great way to understand money is not that easy to make. ▲ . It’s important for us to have a budget. In other words, we need to think about how much money we have and what we really want to spend it on. Realizing that our pocket money can’t cover everything we want, we should make smart spending choices. We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it we can save our pocket money. How? Write down how much money we have in a notebook and watch it grow. After we have enough, we can buy that wonderful bicycle we’ve dreamed about! Reaching our goal will greatly satiate us. We can talk with our parents about how money is used and where money goes. Do you know what a bank account is? If not, communicate with our parents. We can also go to the supermarket with our parents to experience how money is spent in the real world. Without doubt, we should treat money in a right way. Actually, learning about money isn’t a hard job. From these lessons, we can get a sense of money management and right money values step by step! 1．Where does money come from according to the text? A．Kids’ life lessons. B．Parents’ hard work. C．Good spending habits. D．The bank account. 2．Which of the following can be put in ▲ in Paragraph 3? A．We shouldn’t spend all our money in one go. B．Parents shouldn’t give kids lots of pocket money. C．We shouldn’t know the value of money too early. D．Parents shouldn’t use money to control over their children. 3．What does the writer want kids to do by giving the example of buying a bicycle? A．To buy a wonderful notebook. B．To make a free spending choice. C．To set a goal of saving money. D．To have an experience of shopping. 4．What does the underlined word “satiate” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Relax. B．Interest. C．Surprise. D．Satisfy. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Causes of Spending Money B．Ways of Managing Money C．Purposes of Treating Money D．Conditions of Saving Money 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了如何通过生活中的一些经验教训来培养良好的消费习惯和正确的金钱观。 1．细节理解题。根据“We need to know that our parents work hard to make money”可知，钱来源于父母的辛勤工作。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“It’s important for us to have a budget…we should make smart spending choices.”可推知，空处应填入与合理消费相关的建议，结合选项可知，A项符合。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据“We should set a clear goal and watch our money grow. If we wish to own a new bicycle but can’t afford it we can save our pocket money.”可推知，作者通过买自行车的例子鼓励孩子们设定存钱目标。故选C。 4．词句猜测题。根据“Reaching our goal will greatly satiate us.”可知，实现目标，应会感到非常满足，所以划线部分的含义是“满足”。故选D。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，全文围绕“如何管理金钱”展开，列举了制定预算、设定目标等方法。故选B。 The secret of the green piggy bank Thirteen-year-old Leo always felt his pocket money disappeared too quickly. He wanted to buy a new bicycle, but saving enough money seemed impossible. One day, his grandfather gave him a special gift, a green piggy bank. “This isn’t an ordinary piggy bank, Leo,” his grandfather said with a smile. “It comes with a secret. If you learn to manage your money wisely, it will help you reach your goals.”       Leo was curious. He decided to follow his grandfather’s advice. First, he started writing down everything he spent his money on. He was surprised to see how much he spent on snacks and video games. Then, he made a simple plan. He decided to save 30% of his pocket money for the bicycle, spend 50% on things he needed, and save 20% for bigger, fun things later, like going to a movie with friends. It wasn’t always easy. When his friends bought ice cream or new comics, Leo sometimes found it difficult to say no. But he remembered his goal. After a few months, something amazing happened. The money in his piggy bank grew steadily. More importantly, Leo felt happy and in control. He learned the difference between what he wanted and what he needed. He bought his bicycle at the end of the year, feeling prouder than ever. Leo shared his story with his classmates. His teacher said, “You’ve learned a life skill more valuable than money itself!” 1．What was Leo’s problem at the beginning? A．He lost his pocket money. B．He didn’t get any pocket money. C．He found it hard to save money for a bicycle. D．His grandfather didn’t give him a gift. 2．What was the “secret” of the green piggy bank? A．It was full of money already. B．It could talk to Leo. C．It would magically create money. D．It represented the habit of managing money wisely. 3．What did Leo do first to manage his money? A．He bought fewer snacks. B．He made a spending plan. C．He tracked his spending. D．He asked his parents for more money. 4．What was the most important thing Leo learned? A．How to buy the best bicycle. B．The difference between needs and wants. C．How to earn money quickly. D．Where to buy cheap snacks. 5．What does the teacher mean by saying “a life skill more valuable than money”? A．The ability to manage money is very useful in life. B．Money is not important. C．Riding a bicycle is a great skill. D．Sharing stories with classmates is valuable. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要讲述了13岁的Leo如何通过祖父赠送的绿色存钱罐学会理财，最终实现购买自行车目标的故事。 1．第一段提到：“He wanted to buy a new bicycle, but saving enough money seemed impossible”，说明Leo的问题是难以攒够钱买自行车。 2．第二段祖父揭示了秘密：“If you learn to manage your money wisely, it will help you reach your goals”，说明绿色存钱罐的秘密在于帮助人学会明智地管理金钱。 3．第三段提到Leo的第一步：“First, he started writing down everything he spent his money on”，说明他首先记录所有开支，即追踪消费。 4．第四段末尾明确指出：“He learned the difference between what he wanted and what he needed”，说明他学到的最重要的是区分想要和需要的东西。 5．最后一段提到老师话语含义：“You’ve learned a life skill more valuable than money itself!”，结合前文可知老师说的是管理金钱的能力在生活中非常有用。 Do you know that taking good care of gardens can be a way of doing charity? That’s what the National Garden Scheme (NGS) (国家花园计划) has been doing. The organization opens over 3,500 private(私人的) gardens in England and Wales for people to visit, and raises money through tickets, tea and cakes. The NGS has a rich and interesting history. At a meeting in 1926, Miss Elsie Wagg came up with the idea of raising money for district (地区) nursing through the nation’s obsession (沉迷) with gardening. A year later the NGS began to work and garden owners were asked to open their gardens for “a shilling (先令) a head”. As a result, 609 gardens opened and a total of £8,191 was raised that year. During the past century, the number of gardens grew, so the NGS was able to help more charities with a larger amount of money. Thanks to the kindness of garden owners, volunteers and visitors, it has donated a total of £70 million to nursing and health charities so far. It made a donation of £3.5 million in 2024 and about 70 pence (便士) in every £1 (1 pound=100 pence) went straight to organizations like Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, Hospice UK and The Queen’s Institute of Community Nursing. The National Garden Scheme doesn’t just open beautiful gardens for charity. Its Gardens and Health programme also shows people the important role of gardening and gardens in helping open a path to health. 1．What is the National Garden Scheme in Britain? A．A scheme to learn gardening. B．A scheme for health education. C．A scheme to do charity. D．A scheme to enjoy garden life. 2．Why did Miss Elsie Wagg choose gardens as a way to raise money? A．Because the British had deep love for gardening. B．Because the number of gardens grew quickly in 1926. C．Because gardens had an interesting history in Britain. D．Because the garden owners in Britain were very rich. 3．How many pounds went straight to organizations like Macmillan Cancer Support in 2024? A．About £2 million. B．About £2.45 million. C．About £3.25 million. D．About £3.5 million. 4．Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? A．The National Garden Scheme started to work in 1926. B．Tea and cakes in these gardens are provided free of charge. C．The NGS donated £70 million to nursing and health charities in the 20th century. D．It’s a good idea to learn gardening because it can help you live a healthy life. 5．What’s the main purpose of this passage? A．To show how much the British love gardening. B．To show how much money can be made in British gardening. C．To explain the connection between NGS and gardening. D．To introduce NGS, a way to raise money for charities. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了英国的国家花园计划（NGS），该计划通过开放私人花园供人参观来筹集善款，用于支持护理和健康慈善机构。文章还介绍了NGS的历史、筹款成果以及其“花园与健康”项目对人们健康的积极影响。 1．根据文章第一段“Do you know that taking good care of gardens can be a way of doing charity? That’s what the National Garden Scheme (NGS) has been doing.”可知，国家花园计划（NGS）是一个做慈善的计划。 2．根据文章第二段“At a meeting in 1926, Miss Elsie Wagg came up with the idea of raising money for district nursing through the nation’s obsession (沉迷) with gardening.”可知，Elsie Wagg小姐选择花园作为筹款方式是因为英国人对园艺的热爱。 3．根据文章第三段“It made a donation of £3.5 million in 2024 and about 70 pence in every £1 went straight to organizations like Macmillan Cancer Support...”可知，2024年NGS捐赠了350万英镑，其中每1英镑中有70便士直接捐给了像麦克米伦癌症支持这样的组织，所以直接捐给麦克米伦癌症支持等组织的金额约为350万×0.7=245万英镑，即About £2.45 million。 4．根据文章最后一段“Its Gardens and Health programme also shows people the important role of gardening and gardens in helping open a path to health.”可知，学习园艺是个好主意，因为它可以帮助你过上健康的生活。A选项，根据“A year later the NGS began to work...”可知NGS1927年开始工作，A错误；B选项，根据“and raises money through tickets, tea and cakes.”可知茶和蛋糕是用来筹钱的，不是免费的，B错误；C选项，根据“it has donated a total of £70 million to nursing and health charities so far.”可知是到目前为止总共捐赠了7000万英镑，不是20世纪，C错误。 5．根据文章第一段“Do you know that taking good care of gardens can be a way of doing charity? That’s what the National Garden Scheme (NGS) has been doing.”以及全文内容可知，文章主要介绍了NGS，一种为慈善机构筹集资金的方式。 Why is the sea salty? Long before we discovered scientific ways of thinking about it, we explained it in a story. Even though the answer isn’t scientific, it holds some other truth in it—especially about the human heart. Long ago, a poor old couple lived on the coast. One day, an old storyteller came to their village. The old couple gave him a meal. In return, he gave them a coffee mill (磨粉机) and said, “Say, ‘Mill, please grind (磨粉)’,  and it’ll make whatever you want. To stop it, say ‘Mill, please cease (停止) grinding’.” Soon the old couple had a much better life. They’d been happy people, and they didn’t need much more. But the young couple next door were never satisfied. When they saw the old couple wearing good clothes and buying good food, they burned with envy (羡慕). So one day, the young husband went to the old couple’s house secretly and heard, “Mill, please grind hot chocolate”. He was surprised to see it coming out. Then the young couple stole the mill from the old couple. With it, they rode a horse and set off down the coast, where no one would know them. Along the way, the husband showed proudly and asked, “What do you want it to make?” “Oh, I don’t know. Why not salt?” the wife said. “Mill, please grind salt,” he said. “It works,” the wife shouted. But then they noticed the salt went everywhere. “Make it stop,” the wife said. But the husband didn’t know how. “Mill, please stop grinding! Please, no more”. His words didn’t work. The mill kept grinding. Finally, the young husband threw the mill into the sea as far as he could. And there it’s been, for hundreds of years, endlessly grinding salt. That’s why the sea is salty. 根据短文内容，选择最佳答案。 1．How did the old couple get the coffee mill? A．They found it by the sea. B．They bought it from a storyteller. C．They stole it from the young couple. D．They got it as a reward (回报) for helping a storyteller. 2．What’s the right time order of the following events? a. It began to produce salt.        b. The young husband threw it. c. The young couple stole it.        d. The old couple got it. A．b-d-a-c B．b-a-d-c C．d-a-c-b D．d-c-a-b 3．How did the story explain why the sea is salty? A．The young couple poured a lot of salt into the sea. B．The salt was naturally in the sea from the beginning. C．The old couple used the mill to make salt near the sea. D．The mill in the sea has been grinding salt for hundreds of years. 4．How did the young husband’s feelings change? A．sorry—sad—excited B．thirsty—excited—afraid C．happy—nervous—proud D．surprised—thankful—happy 5．Which of the following is the best title for the story? A．The Magic Coffee Mill B．The Poor Young Couple C．Why the Sea Is Salty D．The Kind Old Couple 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．D 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文主要讲述了一个关于海水为何是咸的传说故事。故事中，一对贫穷的老夫妇因帮助一位讲故事的人而得到了一台神奇的咖啡磨粉机，这台机器能满足他们的需求。然而，这对老夫妇的年轻邻居因嫉妒偷走了机器，最终因无法控制机器而将其扔入海中，机器在海中不断磨出盐，解释了海水为何是咸的。 1．细节理解题。根据“The old couple gave him a meal. In return, he gave them a coffee mill (磨粉机)”可知，老夫妇给了讲故事的人一顿饭，作为回报，他给了他们一台咖啡磨粉机。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据故事内容，首先老夫妇得到了咖啡磨粉机（d），然后年轻夫妇偷走了它（c），接着年轻夫妇使用它开始产出盐（a），最后年轻丈夫因无法控制而将其扔入海中（b）。所以正确的事件顺序是d-c-a-b。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“And there it’s been, for hundreds of years, endlessly grinding salt. That’s why the sea is salty.”可知，故事解释海水为何是咸的是因为海中的咖啡磨粉机数百年来一直在磨盐。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据“When they saw the old couple wearing good clothes and buying good food, they burned with envy (羡慕).”以及“‘Make it stop,’ the wife said. But the husband didn’t know how. ‘Mill, please stop grinding! Please, no more’. His words didn’t work. The mill kept grinding.”可知，年轻丈夫一开始看到老夫妇的好生活时是羡慕嫉妒的，渴望得到磨粉机，偷到机器后是兴奋的，但当机器无法停止磨盐时，他变得害怕。所以年轻丈夫的感情变化是渴望——兴奋——害怕。故选B。 5．最佳标题题。全文围绕“海水为何是咸的”这一主题展开，讲述了一个传说故事来解释这一现象。所以最佳标题是“Why the Sea Is Salty”。故选C。 2 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 1 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $