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考前语法精练 专题J872阅读理解 单元话题特训（新教材仁爱科普版） Unit 7 Be a Better Learner! 做更好的学习者 姓名：___________班级：___________座号：___________ 内容提要 初阶练手 进阶提升 能力突破 Passage 1 Everyone has their own ways to learn English well. Here are three students’ learning methods. Zhang Li: I love reading English storybooks. I read one story every day before bed. When I meet new words, I don’t look them up in the dictionary at once. I guess their meanings first. If I can’t guess, I write them down and check them later. This helps me remember words better. Wang Hao: I practice my oral English every morning. I read English texts aloud for 15 minutes. And I also talk with my pen pal from America online every weekend. We talk about our school life, hobbies and so on. It’s a good way to improve my speaking. Li Na: I keep an English diary every day. I write down what I do, what I see and what I think. At first, I could only write short sentences, but now I can write a long passage. My writing skills have improved a lot. 1. What does Zhang Li do when she meets new words? A．She looks them up in the dictionary. B．She guesses their meanings. C．She asks her teacher for help. D．She writes them down and forgets them. 2. How long does Wang Hao read English texts aloud every morning? A．10 minutes. B．15 minutes. C．20 minutes. D．30 minutes. 3. Who improves English writing by keeping a diary? A．Zhang Li. B．Wang Hao. C．Li Na. D．All of them. 4. What does Wang Hao talk about with his American pen pal? A．English learning methods. B．Chinese culture and history. C．School life, hobbies and so on. D．English stories and poems. 5. The passage is mainly about ________. A．three students’ different English learning methods B．how to read English storybooks well C．how to practice oral English online D．the importance of keeping an English diary 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 4. C 5. A 【导语】本文是说明文，主要介绍了三位学生各自不同的英语学习方法。 1. 细节理解题。根据“When I meet new words, I don’t look them up in the dictionary at once. I guess their meanings first.”可知，张莉遇到生词时首先猜测它们的意思。故选B。 2. 细节理解题。根据“I read English texts aloud for 15 minutes.”可知，王浩每天早上大声朗读英语课文15分钟。故选B。 3. 细节理解题。根据“Li Na: I keep an English diary every day. My writing skills have improved a lot.”可知，李娜通过写英语日记提高了英语写作能力。故选C。 4. 细节理解题。根据“We talk about our school life, hobbies and so on.”可知，王浩和他的美国笔友谈论学校生活、爱好等。故选C。 5. 主旨大意题。根据“Everyone has their own ways to learn English well. Here are three students’ learning methods.”以及下文对三位学生学习方法的介绍可知，文章主要讲述了三个学生不同的英语学习方法。故选A。 Passage 2 What is a book report?A book report is a short passage that introduces a book. Teachers often ask students to write book reports to encourage them to read the books they are supposed (预期的) to read. A book report helps students express their opinions and thoughts about the book.Steps for writing a great book report: Step 1: Choose a book that interests you. Step 2: Make sure you have read the whole book. Step 3: Draw up an outline for your book report. It should include the title, the beginning, the main characters, the plot, and the ending. Step 4: Get down to writing. Organize your ideas. Make a list of your ideas around the book’s themes and write about each one. Express your ideas. Don’t focus too much on the word count. Just write your thoughts down. Make the report easy to read. Stick to the topic in each paragraph and avoid adding unrelated information. ▲ If you write several (数个) paragraphs about the same idea, you can add a new heading to make your ideas clearer. 1. How many steps should you follow to write a good book report? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2. Which picture correctly shows Step 3? A． B． C． D． 3. Which of the following can be put in ▲ ? A．Publish your report. B．Write an ending. C．Add a new heading. D．Start a new paragraph. 4. What is the text written for? A．Students. B．Doctors. C．Journalists. D．Engineers. 5. What is the text? A．An email. B．A poem. C．A notice. D．A guide. 【答案】1. D 2. A 3. C 4. A 5. D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了读书报告的定义，并给出了撰写优秀读书报告的具体步骤。 1. 文中“Steps for writing a great book report”下清晰列出Step 1至Step 4，共四个步骤，因此写好一篇读书报告需遵循四个步骤。 2. 第三段（Step 3）说明：“Draw up an outline for your book report. It should include the title, the beginning, the main characters, the plot, and the ending.”，这与选项A中写有“Title, Beginning”的提纲图片一致。 3. 第四段（Step 4）的最后一点提到：“If you write several paragraphs about the same idea, you can add a new heading to make your ideas clearer.”，因此此处应填入Add a new heading。 4. 第一段提到：“Teachers often ask students to write book reports to encourage them to read the books they are supposed to read.”，说明本文是为学生而写。 5. 全文围绕“什么是读书报告”和“如何写好读书报告”展开，用步骤形式提供写作指导，因此这是一篇指南。 Passage 3 How to Improve English Learning Many students find English learning difficult. Here are some practical advice from top learners. First, for vocabulary, don’t just memorize words alone. Copy down the whole sentences with new words in a notebook. Go over them whenever you have free time. This helps you remember words and know how to use them. Second, for listening, listen to English programs like BBC Learning English. Repeat the parts you can’t understand until you learn them by heart. It’s also helpful to watch English movies without subtitles. Third, for oral English, practice speaking every day. Speak English with your classmates or join an English corner. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes—mistakes are part of learning. Finally, keep an English diary. Write down your daily life or ideas in English. This can improve your writing skills and help you review what you’ve learned. 1. What should you do to remember new words better? A．Memorize words alone. B．Copy down sentences with new words. C．Read words once a day. D．Write words on paper. 2. What can help improve listening skills? A．Watching English movies with subtitles. B．Listening to Chinese programs. C．Repeating difficult parts of English programs. D．Reading English newspapers. 3. How to practice oral English according to the text? A．Speak English only in class. B．Join an English corner. C．Be afraid of making mistakes. D．Talk with teachers in Chinese. 4. What is the benefit of keeping an English diary? A．It improves writing skills. B．It helps memorize new words. C．It practices pronunciation. D．It improves listening skills. 5. Which of the following is TRUE according to the text? A．Mistakes are not important in English learning. B．You should go over new words only on weekends. C．Listening to English programs is helpful for listening. D．You don’t need to practice speaking every day. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. B 4. A 5. C 【导语】本文主要介绍了顶尖学习者提供的四条实用英语学习建议，包括词汇记忆、听力提升、口语练习和写作训练的方法。 1. 细节理解题。根据“First, for vocabulary, don’t just memorize words alone. Copy down the whole sentences with new words in a notebook.”可知，更好地记住新单词的方法是抄写包含新单词的句子。故选B。 2. 细节理解题。根据“Second, for listening, listen to English programs like BBC Learning English. Repeat the parts you can’t understand until you learn them by heart.”可知，重复英语节目中难懂的部分能帮助提高听力。故选C。 3. 细节理解题。根据“Third, for oral English, practice speaking every day. Speak English with your classmates or join an English corner.”可知，加入英语角是练习口语的方法之一。故选B。 4. 细节理解题。根据“Finally, keep an English diary. ... This can improve your writing skills and help you review what you’ve learned.”可知，写英语日记的好处之一是提高写作能力。故选A。 5. 细节理解题。根据“Second, for listening, listen to English programs like BBC Learning English.”可知，听英语节目对听力有帮助。故选C。 Passage 4 How to improve your English pronunciation? It’s a common problem for many English learners. Here are some simple and useful tips for you. Tip 1: Listen to English as much as possible. You can listen to English news, English songs, English movies or English programs. Try to listen to the correct pronunciation and imitate it. Tip 2: Read English aloud every day. When you read, pay attention to your mouth and tongue movement. You can read English texts, poems or stories. Reading aloud can help you practice your pronunciation and intonation. Tip 3: Use a mirror. When you speak English, look at yourself in the mirror. You can see how your mouth moves and correct your bad pronunciation habits. Tip 4: Practice with a partner. Find a classmate or a friend who also wants to improve pronunciation. Talk with each other in English and correct each other’s mistakes. Pronunciation is very important for English learning. Good pronunciation can help you communicate with others better. Just keep practicing these tips, and your pronunciation will get better and better. 1. What is the passage mainly about? A．How to improve English listening. B．How to improve English pronunciation. C．How to improve English writing. D．How to improve English speaking. 2. How many tips for improving pronunciation are there in the passage? A．Three. B．Four. C．Five. D．Six. 3. What can students do to imitate the correct pronunciation? A．Read English aloud every day. B．Use a mirror when speaking. C．Listen to English as much as possible. D．Practice with a partner. 4. Why is reading aloud helpful for pronunciation? A．It can help students remember new words. B．It can help students practice pronunciation and intonation. C．It can help students improve their writing skills. D．It can help students communicate with others. 5. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Good pronunciation can help students communicate better. B．Students don’t need to pay attention to tongue movement when reading. C．Practicing alone is better than practicing with a partner. D．Watching English movies is not helpful for pronunciation. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. A 【导语】本文给出了关于如何改进英语发音的建议。 1. 主旨大意题。根据第一段的“How to improve your English pronunciation?”可知，本文的主旨是介绍如何改进英语发音。故选B。 2. 细节理解题。根据第二段至第四段的“Tip 1”、“Tip 2”、“Tip 3”和“Tip 4”可知，本文共给出了四条建议。故选B。 3. 细节理解题。根据第二段的“Listen to English as much as possible…Try to listen to the correct pronunciation and imitate it.”可知，“尽可能多听英语……尽量注意正确的发音并模仿。”故选C。 4. 细节理解题。根据第三段的“Reading aloud can help you practice your pronunciation and intonation.”可知，大声朗读可以帮助你练习发音和语调。故选B。 5. 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Good pronunciation can help you communicate with others better.”可知，良好的发音可以帮助学生更好地交流。故选A。 Passage 5 How to Use Learning Strategies Everyone wants to be a better learner. Here are two useful strategies from top students, which are also the key points of this lesson. First, sequencing events. When learning history, we can use time order words like “in 1990”, “then” and “finally” to put historical events in sequence. For example, when learning about Lu Xun’s life (from our textbook), we can arrange his experiences: born in 1881 → went to study in Japan → gave up medicine and took up writing → returned to China. This helps us remember events clearly, just like the sequencing activity in our textbook. Second, making connections. When reading a text about learning difficulties, we should connect it with our own experiences. If the text talks about “being under great pressure before exams” (like Xuanxuan in our textbook), think about how you dealt with pressure. Did you talk to your parents? Or did you listen to music? Making connections makes the text more meaningful and helps us understand it better. Besides these two strategies, we can also learn from other students: take notes carefully, search for information online when meeting problems (like Bowen), and review what we have learned regularly. All these strategies can help us become better learners. 1. What is the first learning strategy mentioned in the text? A．Making connections B．Sequencing events C．Taking notes D．Repeating texts 2. How can sequencing events help us learn history? A．It helps us understand cultural background. B．It helps us remember events clearly. C．It helps us make more friends. D．It helps us speak English better. 3. When making connections, we should ________. A．talk to our teachers B．listen to music C．connect text with our own experiences D．search online 4. Which of the following is an example of sequencing events? A．Thinking of your own pressure when reading about Xuanxuan’s story. B．Using “first” and “then” to arrange your study steps. C．Searching for cultural background of idioms. D．Sharing your learning experience with classmates. 5. What can we learn from the text? A．Learning strategies can help us become better learners. B．We don’t need strategies to learn well. C．Sequencing events is only for history learning. D．Making connections is not useful for reading. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. A 【导语】本文主要讲述了两种有助于成为更好学习者的学习策略，即按顺序排列事件和建立联系，还提到了其他一些可借鉴的学习策略。 1. 细节理解题。根据“First, sequencing events.”可知，文中提到的第一个学习策略是按顺序排列事件。故选B。 2. 细节理解题。根据“When learning history, we can use time order words like ‘in 1990’, ‘then’ and ‘finally’ to put historical events in sequence. This helps us remember events clearly”可知，按顺序排列事件能帮助我们清楚地记住历史事件。故选B。 3. 细节理解题。根据“When reading a text about learning difficulties, we should connect it with our own experiences.”可知，当建立联系时，我们应该把文本和自己的经历联系起来。故选C。 4. 细节理解题。根据“When learning history, we can use time order words like ‘in 1990’, ‘then’ and ‘finally’ to put historical events in sequence. For example, when learning about Lu Xun’s life (from our textbook), we can arrange his experiences: born in 1881 → went to study in Japan → gave up medicine and took up writing → returned to China.”可知，用“first”和“then”来安排学习步骤是按顺序排列事件的例子。A选项是建立联系的例子；C选项是搜索信息，与按顺序排列事件无关；D选项是分享学习经验，也与按顺序排列事件无关。故选B。 5. 主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了学习策略能帮助我们成为更好的学习者。故选A。 Passage 6 Everyone has their own way of learning. Some people learn best by seeing. They are visual learners. They like to use pictures, colors and mind maps. Some people learn best by hearing. They are auditory learners. They enjoy listening to explanations and talking with others. Some people learn best by doing. They are kinesthetic learners. They need to move and touch things. Jane is a visual learner. She often uses different colors when she takes notes. She also draws pictures to help her remember. Bob is an auditory learner. He likes to read aloud and discuss ideas with friends. He remembers things better when he hears them. Tim is a kinesthetic learner. He learns well when he does experiments or plays games. He can't sit still for a long time. If you know what kind of learner you are, you can find better ways to study. 1. How many learning types are mentioned in the passage? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 2. What does Jane use to help her remember? A．Songs. B．Discussions. C．Different colors and pictures. D．Body movements. 3. How does Bob like to learn? A．By watching videos. B．By drawing pictures. C．By doing experiments. D．By reading aloud and discussing. 4. What is true about Tim? A．He enjoys listening to music. B．He uses mind maps to learn. C．He likes to sit still for a long time. D．He learns well by doing experiments. 5. Why is it helpful to know your learning type? A．You can teach others. B．You can get good grades. C．You can study with friends. D．You can find better ways to study. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D 4. D 5. D 【导语】本文主要介绍了三种不同的学习类型，分别是视觉型、听觉型和动觉型，并通过简、鲍勃和蒂姆的例子，说明不同学习类型的人有不同的学习方式，了解自己的学习类型有助于找到更好的学习方法。 1. 根据文章第一段可知，文中提到了三种学习类型，分别是视觉型学习者（visual learners）、听觉型学习者（auditory learners）和动觉型学习者（kinesthetic learners），共三种。 2. 根据文章第二段“Jane is a visual learner. She often uses different colors when she takes notes. She also draws pictures to help her remember.”可知，简用不同的颜色和图画来帮助自己记忆。 3. 根据文章第二段“Bob is an auditory learner. He likes to read aloud and discuss ideas with friends.”可知，鲍勃喜欢通过大声朗读和与朋友讨论来学习。 4. 根据文章第二段“Tim is a kinesthetic learner. He learns well when he does experiments or plays games.”可知，蒂姆做实验时学得很好。 5. 根据文章最后一段“If you know what kind of learner you are, you can find better ways to study.”可知，了解自己的学习类型有助于找到更好的学习方法。 Passage 7 How to improve your English learning? Here are some effective methods from a good English learner. First, memorize new words in a smart way. Don’t memorize words one by one alone. You can memorize them with sentences or passages. It’s easier to remember words in a context. Second, practice listening every day. You can listen to English news, songs or podcasts for 15 to 20 minutes every day. At first, you can listen with subtitles, then try without them. Third, speak English as much as possible. Join an English club or talk with your classmates in English. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes. Fourth, read more English articles. You can read English stories, newspapers or magazines. It can help you improve your reading and vocabulary. Fifth, keep a diary in English. Write down your daily life or feelings in English every day. It’s a good way to improve your writing. These methods are very useful. If you stick to them, your English will improve greatly. Remember, being a good English learner needs hard work and persistence. 1. What’s a smart way to memorize new words? A．Memorize them one by one. B．Memorize them with sentences or passages. C．Write them many times on paper. D．Read them aloud once a day. 2. How long should we practice listening every day? A．15-20 minutes. B．20-30 minutes. C．30-40 minutes. D．40-50 minutes. 3. What should we do to practice speaking English? A．Listen to English songs every day. B．Read English newspapers. C．Join an English club or talk with classmates in English. D．Keep a diary in English. 4. Which way can help us improve our writing? A．Listening to English news. B．Keeping a diary in English. C．Memorizing words with sentences. D．Reading English stories. 5. What does the passage mainly tell us? A．How to make a study plan. B．How to be a good student. C．Effective methods to improve English learning. D．The importance of English learning. 【答案】1. B 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. C 【导语】本文介绍了5种提升英语学习的有效方法：结合语境记单词、每日练习听力、多说英语、多读英文文章、用英语写日记，帮助读者高效提升英语水平。 1. 原文第1段明确提到“Don’t memorize words one by one alone. You can memorize them with sentences or passages.”，直接说明聪明的记单词方法是结合句子或文章记忆。 2. 原文第2段提到“practice listening every day. You can listen to English news, songs or podcasts for 15 to 20 minutes every day.”，直接说明每天练习听力的时长是15-20分钟。 3. 原文第2段提到“speak English as much as possible. Join an English club or talk with your classmates in English.”，直接说明练习口语的方法是加入英语俱乐部或和同学用英语交流。 4. 原文第2段提到“Fifth, keep a diary in English. ... It’s a good way to improve your writing.”，直接说明用英语写日记是提升写作的有效方法。 5. 文章开篇点题“How to improve your English learning? Here are some effective methods from a good English learner.”，全文围绕5种提升英语学习的有效方法展开，核心主旨就是 “提升英语学习的有效方法”。 Passage 8 Nowadays, using AI is becoming more and more popular. Smart AI tools are now entering our lives and greatly changing them. You might wonder if AI can help with schoolwork. The answer is “yes”, but first you should get permission (许可) from your teacher. AI can offer different kinds of help, for example, you can use it to search for information on space exploration for science homework, or ask it to show you how to solve a math problem. However, you should do your work on your own first—don’t just copy from AI. Always think by yourself and check if the information is correct. AI can only be your tool, teacher, or guide. But is AI always reliable? Not really. Although it is smart, it isn’t perfect. AI keeps learning, but it can still make mistakes. Always use it carefully and think critically. Remember, AI is a useful tool for learning, but it’s important to ask teachers or parents how to use it correctly. 1. How does the writer start the text? A．By telling a story. B．By describing a current trend. C．By asking a question. D．By comparing two facts. 2. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about? A．How to use AI correctly in schoolwork. B．Why AI is helpful for homework. C．The importance of using AI carefully. D．Ways to make AI’s answers more useful. 3. What does the underlined word “reliable” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．funny to use B．able to be trusted C．expensive to buy D．easy to carry 4. What can we infer about using AI for schoolwork? A．Teachers will lose their jobs. B．Students still need some human help. C．It always gives correct answers. D．Parents dislike AI tools. 5. Which would be the best title for the text? A．How to Build Your Own AI B．Why AI Appeared C．Using AI Smartly for School D．The History of AI Tools 【答案】1. B 2. A 3. B 4. B 5. C 【导语】本文围绕AI在学业中的使用展开，介绍了AI对学习的帮助，同时提醒AI并非绝对可靠，强调要理性、聪明地使用AI辅助学习。 1. 文章开头提到“Nowadays, using AI is becoming more and more popular. Smart AI tools are now entering our lives and greatly changing them”，通过描述当下AI流行的趋势来开篇。 2. 第二段介绍了AI能辅助学业，但强调要先获得老师许可、要独立完成作业、不能直接抄袭，核心是如何在学业中正确使用AI。 3. 最后一段提到“it isn’t perfect…it can still make mistakes”，说明AI并非总能给出正确结果，因此reliable意为“可信赖的”，对应选项able to be trusted。 4. 最后一段提到“it’s important to ask teachers or parents how to use it correctly”，说明学生在使用AI时仍需要来自老师或家长的人类帮助。 5. 文章核心是指导学生如何在学业中合理、聪明地使用AI，最佳标题为Using AI Smartly for School。 Passage 9 Confucius’s Learning Spirit Confucius is known as the greatest educator in Chinese history. His learning spirit has inspired people for thousands of years. At the age of 15, Confucius made up his mind to study hard. He got down to learning various subjects, including music, math and literature. When he was in the State of Qi, he learned Shao music. He was so lost in it that he didn’t notice the taste of meat for months. This shows his deep love for learning. Confucius believed in lifelong learning. Even when he became a famous master, he never stopped learning from others. He said, “When I walk along with two others, they may serve me as my teachers.” He taught his students to be honest in learning. For example, he told Zilu, “To know what you know and what you do not know, that is wisdom.” Another important idea from Confucius is “Review the old knowledge and you will have new ideas.” He thought reviewing could help people get deeper understanding. Today, we can still learn from Confucius’s spirit. We should be hard-working, honest and open to learning from others. 1. What did Confucius decide to do at the age of 15? A．Teach students. B．Study hard. C．Travel around. D．Open a school. 2. Why didn’t Confucius notice the taste of meat for months? A．He didn’t like meat. B．He was lost in Shao music. C．He was too busy teaching. D．He was ill. 3. What does “To know what you know and what you do not know, that is wisdom.” mean? A．We should be honest in learning. B．We should learn from others. C．We should review old knowledge. D．We should work hard. 4. Which of the following is NOT Confucius’s idea? A．Lifelong learning. B．Learning from others. C．Copying others’ homework. D．Reviewing old knowledge. 5. What can we learn from Confucius’s learning spirit? A．We should give up easily. B．We should be honest and hard-working. C．We don’t need to review knowledge. D．We should only learn from teachers. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. A 4. C 5. B 【导语】本文是说明文，主要介绍了孔子勤奋好学、终身学习、强调诚实求知与温故知新的学习精神及其对后世的深远影响。 1. 第二段指出：“At the age of 15, Confucius made up his mind to study hard”，表明孔子在15岁决心努力学习。 2. 第二段的三、四句话说明原因：“…he learned Shao music. He was so lost in it that he didn’t notice the taste of meat for months.”孔子数月不知肉味是因为他沉浸在学习韶乐上。 3. 第三段点明理念：“He taught his students to be honest in learning. For example…”，因此这句话意为我们要诚实学习。 4. A、B、D均是孔子的理念，C选项“抄袭作业”与“诚实学习”相悖。 5. 最后一段指出：“We should be hard-working, honest and open to learning from others”，说明我们应诚实且勤奋。 Passage 10 Everyone knows to be confident is very important now. Here are some ways for you on how to become confident. Look Confident Maybe this is the easiest to do. When you’re wearing comfortable clothes and look good in them, then half of your job is done. Starting your day by looking at yourself in the mirror (镜子) and feeling happy helps a lot in becoming confident. Talk Confidently If you are always soft-spoken, then people will think of you as some soft person, without power. You need to have a correct speed, so that your speech is clear and full of confidence. Talking too fast may make it seem that you are nervous. Stand Confidently A good manner (举止) helps a lot. If you look around, this is really common, as you will see other successful people walking and standing in a confident manner. Feel Confident People keep on wondering how to be confident, but they don’t think that it is much about one’s mental state (精神状态). Remember whenever you are going to make an important conversation, always keep in a good mental state and the conversation will be successful. 1. How can you make yourself look confident? A．Find a good job. B．Buy a clear mirror. C．Wear comfortable clothes and look good in them. D．Do the easiest things. 2. The underlined word “soft” in this passage means ________ in Chinese. A．强硬的 B．软弱的 C．笨的 D．和善的 3. The successful people walk and stand ________. A．at a correct speed B．in a confident manner C．in comfortable clothes D．in a good mental state 4. If you make an important conversation, you should ________. A．wear comfortable clothes B．speak quickly C．keep in a good mental state D．look at yourself in the mirror 5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A．Keeping a good mood helps you become confident. B．If you are soft-spoken, you are a soft person. C．Few people think mental state is also important to be confident. D．There are four suggestions teaching people to be confident in the passage. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. B 4. C 5. B 【导语】本文介绍了变得自信的四种方法，分别是外表、说话、站姿和精神状态上保持自信。 1. 第二段提到：“When you’re wearing comfortable clothes and look good in them, then half of your job is done.”，说明穿舒适好看的衣服能让自己看起来自信。 2. 第三段说明：“If you are always soft-spoken, then people will think of you as some soft person, without power.”，句中without power表示没有力量、没有气场，因此soft在文中意为“软弱的”。 3. 第四段指出：“you will see other successful people walking and standing in a confident manner.”，说明成功人士走路和站姿都很自信。 4. 第五段建议：“always keep in a good mental state and the conversation will be successful.”，说明重要对话时要保持良好精神状态。 5. 第三段指出：“If you are always soft-spoken, then people will think of you as some soft person.”，原文只是说别人会这样认为，并不是事实就是如此，因此选项B错误。 Passage 11 Do you know how to take good notes? Note-taking is an important skill for students. Good notes can help you remember and understand what you learn in class. There are different ways to take notes. Some students write down everything the teacher says. But this is not always good because you may miss the important points. Other students use keywords. They only write down the most important ideas. This helps them listen more carefully in class. Another way is to use mind maps. You put the main topic in the middle and draw lines to show related ideas. Mind maps are great for visual learners. Some students like the Cornell method. They divide their paper into two parts. They write the main ideas on the right and keywords or questions on the left. After class, they write a short summary at the bottom. What is the best way? There is no one right way. The best way is the way that works for you. Try different methods and find what helps you learn best. 1. What is the main purpose of note-taking according to the passage? A．To finish homework faster. B．To make classes more interesting. C．To write down everything the teacher says. D．To help students remember and understand. 2. What is one problem with writing down everything? A．It takes too much time after class. B．You might miss the important points. C．Your notes will be too short to review. D．Teachers may think you are not listening. 3. Which method is best for students who learn by seeing? A．Using mind maps. B．The Cornell method. C．The keyword method. D．Writing down everything. 4. What can we infer about the Cornell method from the passage? A．It is only useful for science classes. B．It requires more time than other methods. C．It is the most popular way among students. D．It helps students organize and review notes easily. 5. What does the writer suggest at the end of the passage? A．Find the way that works best for you. B．Everyone should use the same method. C．Taking notes is not as important as listening. D．Mind maps are better than the Cornell method. 【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A 4. D 5. A 【导语】本文介绍了记笔记对学生的重要性，列举了常见的记笔记方法：全记内容、关键词法、思维导图、康奈尔法，分析了不同方法的特点，并指出没有唯一正确的记笔记方法，核心是找到适合自己的方式。 1. 第一段最后一句“Good notes can help you remember and understand what you learn in class.”直接点明记笔记的主要目的是帮助学生记住并理解课堂所学内容。 2. 第二段第三句“But this is not always good because you may miss the important points.”明确说明全记下来的弊端是可能会错过重点。 3. 第三段第三句提到“Mind maps are great for visual learners.”，visual learners即通过视觉（观看）学习的学生，因此适合这类学生的方法是使用思维导图。 4. 第三段最后三句“They divide their paper into two parts…they write a short summary at the bottom.”说明，康奈尔笔记法要求把纸分两部分，右侧写主旨、左侧写关键词或问题，底部写总结，推断这种排版能让笔记结构清晰，便于整理和复习。 5. 最后一段最后两句“The best way is the way that works for you. Try different methods and find what helps you learn best.”直接说明作者建议找到最适合自己的记笔记方法。 Passage 12 Many people believe reading can bring us new knowledge and help us become well-rounded. The books, magazines, and even websites we read can change how we think and what we believe. These ideas influence our actions. For example, if we read that certain foods are bad for your health, we may decide to stop eating them. We might even share this information with people around us. Over time, staying away from such food becomes part of who we are. Research has shown that reading also changes how we interact (互动) with others. Reading stories helps us understand different situations and different people better. It makes us more open-minded, and less self-centered. We learn to live in harmony with people around us. Being warm-hearted becomes part of our character. As an old saying goes, “You cannot open a book without learning something.” Reading science fiction develops creativity. Reading poems may even help you become a songwriter one day! So why not pick up a book today and start reading? A new you is waiting to be discovered! 1. What’s the main idea of Paragraph 1? A．Reading shapes our thoughts and actions. B．Reading helps us form a good eating habit. C．Reading helps us develop a good character. D．Reading improves our relationships with others. 2. What does the underlined word “harmony” mean in Paragraph 2? A．hard B．peaceful C．unforgettable D．strange 3. How does the writer support his opinion in the text? ① By giving examples.             ② By using sayings. ③ By describing personal experience. ④ By listing numbers. A．①② B．②③ C．③④ D．②④ 4. What does the writer mean by saying “A new you is waiting to be discovered!”? A．The writer wants readers to wait for changes without action. B．The writer encourages readers to start reading to eat good foods. C．The writer suggests that readers should read more science novels and poems. D．The writer believes reading will make readers different from before. 5. Which would be the best title for the text? A．What We Should Read B．How to Read C．Why We Need Reading D．How Reading Changes the World 【答案】1. A 2. B 3. A 4. D 5. C 【导语】本文讲述了阅读对人们思想、行为及成长的积极影响，呼吁大家开始阅读。 1. 由“The books, magazines, and even websites we read can change how we think and what we believe. These ideas influence our actions.”可知，阅读会改变我们的想法和信念，进而影响我们的行为，核心是阅读塑造我们的思想和行动。 2. 由“It makes us more open-minded, and less self-centered. We learn to live in harmony with people around us.”可知，阅读让我们更开明、不自我中心，因此能和周围人和睦、和平相处。 3. 作者举了“读到某些食物有害健康就会停止食用”的例子来支撑观点；引用了古语“You cannot open a book without learning something.”；文中未描述个人经历，也未列数字。因此作者用了举例子和引用谚语的方式。 4. “A new you is waiting to be discovered!”意为“一个全新的你正等待被发现”，结合全文阅读能改变思想、行为、人际互动、创造力等内容，作者想表达阅读会让读者和之前不一样，成为更好的自己。 5. 全文围绕阅读的好处展开：带来新知识、塑造思想与行为、改善人际互动、培养创造力等，核心是阐述我们为什么需要阅读。 Passage 13 What is SQ3R? SQ3R is a useful method to help students understand and remember written information more effectively (高效地). SQ3R includes five steps. Survey means scanning the material quickly. Look at the title, headings, pictures, introductory paragraphs, and the summary. This helps you get a general idea of the text before you start reading carefully. Question means raising questions while surveying. You can ask, “What is the key point?” or“How does this step help?”. This step is very important because raising questions keeps your mind active and gives your reading a clear purpose. Read the text carefully to find answers to your questions. Read one part at a time. You can also take notes or highlight unfamiliar terms to better solve your problem. Recite means closing the book and trying to say the answers in your own words. This checks your understanding and strengthens (增强) your memory (记忆). Review means going through your notes or the text again after some time. This helps you remember what you learnt for a longer time. In a word, SQ3R is an effective learning method and it’s used by more and more students. 1. According to the SQ3R method, what should you look at during the “Survey” step? A．Only the title and summary. B．Pictures and unfamiliar terms. C．Title, headings, pictures, introductory paragraphs, and summary. D．Every sentence in the text. 2. Why is the “Question” step important? A．Because it makes reading more interesting. B．Because it keeps your mind active and gives a clear reading purpose. C．Because it helps you avoid difficult parts. D．Because it means you don’t need to review later. 3. What does “This” in Paragraph 6 refer to? A．Taking notes. B．Going through your notes or text again. C．Reading one part at a time. D．Raising questions. 4. What is the writer’s purpose of writing this text? A．To tell the disadvantages of traditional reading methods. B．To tell why SQ3R is better than other reading methods. C．To tell how SQ3R helps learners understand and remember texts. D．To tell all students to use SQ3R. 5. What’s the structure of the text? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. B 4. C 5. A 【导语】本文介绍了SQ3R高效阅读法，包含Survey (浏览) 、Question (提问) 、Read (阅读) 、Recite (复述) 、Review (复习) 五个步骤，帮助学生更好地理解和记忆文本信息。 1. 文中提到“Look at the title, headings, pictures, introductory paragraphs, and the summary”，说明浏览阶段需要查看标题、小标题、图片、引言段落和总结。 2. 文中提到“raising questions keeps your mind active and gives your reading a clear purpose”，说明提问步骤能让大脑保持活跃，并为阅读赋予明确目标。 3. 前文提到“Review means going through your notes or the text again after some time”，此处“This”指代“再次浏览笔记或文本”这个复习动作。 4. 文章开篇点明SQ3R是帮助学生更高效理解和记忆文本的方法，全文围绕介绍该方法的步骤和作用展开，目的是说明SQ3R如何帮助学习者。 5. 文章结构为：总起 (介绍SQ3R) →分述 (五个步骤) →总结 (评价SQ3R的有效性) ，属于“总-分-总”结构，对应选项A的图示。 Passage 14 Nowadays, more and more students are using online resources to help with their learning. Is it a good way? Let’s look at the pros and cons. Pros: 1. Rich Resources: You can find videos, articles, exercises, and even full courses on almost any subject. 2. Convenient: You can learn anytime and anywhere if you have a computer or a smartphone. 3. Personalized Learning: Some apps can find your weak points and give you special exercises. 4. Interactive: Many websites have games, quizzes, and discussion forums to make learning fun. Cons: 1. Distraction: It’s easy to start watching funny videos or playing games instead of studying. 2. Information Overload: There is too much information online. Sometimes it’s hard to know which sources are trustworthy. 3. Less Face-to-face Communication: Learning online alone might reduce chances to practice speaking or work with classmates. 4. Bad for Eyes: Staring at screens for too long can hurt your eyes. So, how can we make good use of online learning? First, set clear goals before you go online. For example, “I will watch one 15-minute math video and finish 10 exercises.” Second, choose good websites or apps that teachers recommend. Third, balance online and offline learning. Don’t forget to read books, discuss with friends, and do experiments in real life. Remember, the Internet is a powerful tool, but you are the one who controls it. 1. What is NOT mentioned as a “pro” of online learning? A．Rich resources. B．It’s very cheap. C．It’s convenient. D．It can be personalized. 2. What does “distraction” in the “Cons” part mean? A．something that helps you focus B．something that takes your attention away C．something that makes you smarter D．something that improves your memory 3. Why is “information overload” a problem? A．Because all information online is wrong. B．Because it’s hard to know which information is good and trustworthy. C．Because it makes the computer very slow. D．Because teachers don’t like it. 4. What is the writer’s advice for using online learning well? A．Never use the Internet for learning. B．Spend all day learning online. C．Set goals, choose good resources, and balance it with offline learning. D．Only use it for playing educational games. 5. What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this passage? A．To encourage students to spend more time online. B．To ask students to stop using the Internet. C．To show the good and bad sides of online learning and give advice. D．To introduce the history of online learning. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. B 4. C 5. C 【导语】本文是一篇议论文，文章客观地分析了利用网络资源进行学习的优点和缺点，并在此基础上为学生们如何有效利用在线学习提出了三点具体建议，旨在引导学生理性、平衡地使用这一工具。 1. 文中“Pros”部分第1—4点：“Rich Resources”、“Convenient”、“Personalized Learning”和“Interactive”，文中提到了资源丰富、方便、个性化、互动性强，未提及“cheap”。 2. 文中“Cons”部分第1点：“It’s easy to start watching funny videos or playing games instead of studying.”，“distraction”指让人分心、把注意力从学习上移开的事物。 3. 文中“Cons”部分第2点：“There is too much information online. Sometimes it’s hard to know which sources are trustworthy.”，信息太多，难以辨别哪些可信，这是信息过载带来的问题。 4. 文章最后一段：“First, set clear goals… Second, choose good websites… Third, balance online and offline learning.”，作者建议设定目标、选择优质资源、平衡线上线下学习。 5. 综合全文，尤其是第一段“Let’s look at the pros and cons.”和最后一段“So, how can we make good use of online learning?”，文章先讲在线学习的利弊，再给出使用建议。 Passage 15 Reading is one of the most important skills for students. It can not only help us get knowledge but also make us think more deeply. But many students find it hard to read a long article well. Here are some simple and useful ways to improve your reading ability. First, set a clear goal for each reading. Before you start reading, ask yourself: What do I want to get from this article? Is it the main idea, specific details or new words? A clear goal can help you read more efficiently (高效地). Second, learn to skim and scan. Skimming means reading quickly to get the main idea of the article. You can read the title, the first sentence of each paragraph and the last paragraph. Scanning is to read quickly to find specific information, like numbers, names and time. It can save you a lot of time when you do reading exercises. ▲ When you read, take a pen and write down the new words and key sentences. You can look up the new words after reading and write them in your notebook. This can help you remember them better and also make you understand the article more clearly. Finally, read as much as possible. Reading is a skill that needs practice. You can read storybooks, newspapers and English magazines that are suitable for middle school students. The more you read, the better your reading ability will be. By using these methods, you will find that reading is not as hard as you think. And you will get more fun and knowledge from reading. 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1. What does the underlined word “efficiently” mean in Chinese? A．低效地 B．高效地 C．缓慢地 D．仔细地 2. What should you do first before reading according to the passage? A．Look up new words in a dictionary. B．Write down the key sentences. C．Set a clear reading goal. D．Learn to skim and scan. 3. Which sentence can be put into ▲ in the passage? A．Take notes while reading. B．Read the article word by word. C．Ask teachers for help. D．Write a summary after reading. 4. What can we infer from the passage? A．Reading a long article is easy for all students. B．Skimming is to find specific information in the article. C．Reading more can help improve our reading ability. D．We don’t need to write down new words when reading. 5. How does the passage develop its main topic? A．By telling a story and giving a lesson. B．By introducing a topic and giving suggestions. C．By comparing different reading methods. D．By listing problems and giving solutions. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 4. C 5. B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了提高学生阅读能力的实用方法。 1. 第二段指出：“A clear goal can help you read more efficiently (高效地)”，说明明确的目标可以帮助你更有效地阅读，“efficiently”的中文意思是“高效地”。 2. 第二段点明建议：“First, set a clear goal for each reading. Before you start reading...”，明确指出阅读前应该先做的事是“设定清晰的阅读目标”。 3. 第四段后文描述：“When you read, take a pen and write down the new words and key sentences”，这一行为对应“阅读时做笔记”。 4. 第五段给出结论：“The more you read, the better your reading ability will be”，由此可推断出“多阅读能帮助提升我们的阅读能力”。 5. 文章先引入“阅读是重要技能但学生觉得难”这一话题，再以“First/Second/Finally”分点给出提高阅读能力的建议，属于“引入话题并给出建议”的行文结构。 19 / 21乐思英语 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $考前语法精练 专题J872阅读理解 单元话题特训（新教材仁爱科普版） Unit 7 Be a Better Learner! 做更好的学习者 姓名：___________班级：___________座号：___________ 内容提要 初阶练手 进阶提升 能力突破 Passage 1 Everyone has their own ways to learn English well. Here are three students’ learning methods. Zhang Li: I love reading English storybooks. I read one story every day before bed. When I meet new words, I don’t look them up in the dictionary at once. I guess their meanings first. If I can’t guess, I write them down and check them later. This helps me remember words better. Wang Hao: I practice my oral English every morning. I read English texts aloud for 15 minutes. And I also talk with my pen pal from America online every weekend. We talk about our school life, hobbies and so on. It’s a good way to improve my speaking. Li Na: I keep an English diary every day. I write down what I do, what I see and what I think. At first, I could only write short sentences, but now I can write a long passage. My writing skills have improved a lot. 1. What does Zhang Li do when she meets new words? A．She looks them up in the dictionary. B．She guesses their meanings. C．She asks her teacher for help. D．She writes them down and forgets them. 2. How long does Wang Hao read English texts aloud every morning? A．10 minutes. B．15 minutes. C．20 minutes. D．30 minutes. 3. Who improves English writing by keeping a diary? A．Zhang Li. B．Wang Hao. C．Li Na. D．All of them. 4. What does Wang Hao talk about with his American pen pal? A．English learning methods. B．Chinese culture and history. C．School life, hobbies and so on. D．English stories and poems. 5. The passage is mainly about ________. A．three students’ different English learning methods B．how to read English storybooks well C．how to practice oral English online D．the importance of keeping an English diary Passage 2 What is a book report?A book report is a short passage that introduces a book. Teachers often ask students to write book reports to encourage them to read the books they are supposed (预期的) to read. A book report helps students express their opinions and thoughts about the book.Steps for writing a great book report: Step 1: Choose a book that interests you. Step 2: Make sure you have read the whole book. Step 3: Draw up an outline for your book report. It should include the title, the beginning, the main characters, the plot, and the ending. Step 4: Get down to writing. Organize your ideas. Make a list of your ideas around the book’s themes and write about each one. Express your ideas. Don’t focus too much on the word count. Just write your thoughts down. Make the report easy to read. Stick to the topic in each paragraph and avoid adding unrelated information. ▲ If you write several (数个) paragraphs about the same idea, you can add a new heading to make your ideas clearer. 1. How many steps should you follow to write a good book report? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2. Which picture correctly shows Step 3? A． B． C． D． 3. Which of the following can be put in ▲ ? A．Publish your report. B．Write an ending. C．Add a new heading. D．Start a new paragraph. 4. What is the text written for? A．Students. B．Doctors. C．Journalists. D．Engineers. 5. What is the text? A．An email. B．A poem. C．A notice. D．A guide. Passage 3 How to Improve English Learning Many students find English learning difficult. Here are some practical advice from top learners. First, for vocabulary, don’t just memorize words alone. Copy down the whole sentences with new words in a notebook. Go over them whenever you have free time. This helps you remember words and know how to use them. Second, for listening, listen to English programs like BBC Learning English. Repeat the parts you can’t understand until you learn them by heart. It’s also helpful to watch English movies without subtitles. Third, for oral English, practice speaking every day. Speak English with your classmates or join an English corner. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes—mistakes are part of learning. Finally, keep an English diary. Write down your daily life or ideas in English. This can improve your writing skills and help you review what you’ve learned. 1. What should you do to remember new words better? A．Memorize words alone. B．Copy down sentences with new words. C．Read words once a day. D．Write words on paper. 2. What can help improve listening skills? A．Watching English movies with subtitles. B．Listening to Chinese programs. C．Repeating difficult parts of English programs. D．Reading English newspapers. 3. How to practice oral English according to the text? A．Speak English only in class. B．Join an English corner. C．Be afraid of making mistakes. D．Talk with teachers in Chinese. 4. What is the benefit of keeping an English diary? A．It improves writing skills. B．It helps memorize new words. C．It practices pronunciation. D．It improves listening skills. 5. Which of the following is TRUE according to the text? A．Mistakes are not important in English learning. B．You should go over new words only on weekends. C．Listening to English programs is helpful for listening. D．You don’t need to practice speaking every day. Passage 4 How to improve your English pronunciation? It’s a common problem for many English learners. Here are some simple and useful tips for you. Tip 1: Listen to English as much as possible. You can listen to English news, English songs, English movies or English programs. Try to listen to the correct pronunciation and imitate it. Tip 2: Read English aloud every day. When you read, pay attention to your mouth and tongue movement. You can read English texts, poems or stories. Reading aloud can help you practice your pronunciation and intonation. Tip 3: Use a mirror. When you speak English, look at yourself in the mirror. You can see how your mouth moves and correct your bad pronunciation habits. Tip 4: Practice with a partner. Find a classmate or a friend who also wants to improve pronunciation. Talk with each other in English and correct each other’s mistakes. Pronunciation is very important for English learning. Good pronunciation can help you communicate with others better. Just keep practicing these tips, and your pronunciation will get better and better. 1. What is the passage mainly about? A．How to improve English listening. B．How to improve English pronunciation. C．How to improve English writing. D．How to improve English speaking. 2. How many tips for improving pronunciation are there in the passage? A．Three. B．Four. C．Five. D．Six. 3. What can students do to imitate the correct pronunciation? A．Read English aloud every day. B．Use a mirror when speaking. C．Listen to English as much as possible. D．Practice with a partner. 4. Why is reading aloud helpful for pronunciation? A．It can help students remember new words. B．It can help students practice pronunciation and intonation. C．It can help students improve their writing skills. D．It can help students communicate with others. 5. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Good pronunciation can help students communicate better. B．Students don’t need to pay attention to tongue movement when reading. C．Practicing alone is better than practicing with a partner. D．Watching English movies is not helpful for pronunciation. Passage 5 How to Use Learning Strategies Everyone wants to be a better learner. Here are two useful strategies from top students, which are also the key points of this lesson. First, sequencing events. When learning history, we can use time order words like “in 1990”, “then” and “finally” to put historical events in sequence. For example, when learning about Lu Xun’s life (from our textbook), we can arrange his experiences: born in 1881 → went to study in Japan → gave up medicine and took up writing → returned to China. This helps us remember events clearly, just like the sequencing activity in our textbook. Second, making connections. When reading a text about learning difficulties, we should connect it with our own experiences. If the text talks about “being under great pressure before exams” (like Xuanxuan in our textbook), think about how you dealt with pressure. Did you talk to your parents? Or did you listen to music? Making connections makes the text more meaningful and helps us understand it better. Besides these two strategies, we can also learn from other students: take notes carefully, search for information online when meeting problems (like Bowen), and review what we have learned regularly. All these strategies can help us become better learners. 1. What is the first learning strategy mentioned in the text? A．Making connections B．Sequencing events C．Taking notes D．Repeating texts 2. How can sequencing events help us learn history? A．It helps us understand cultural background. B．It helps us remember events clearly. C．It helps us make more friends. D．It helps us speak English better. 3. When making connections, we should ________. A．talk to our teachers B．listen to music C．connect text with our own experiences D．search online 4. Which of the following is an example of sequencing events? A．Thinking of your own pressure when reading about Xuanxuan’s story. B．Using “first” and “then” to arrange your study steps. C．Searching for cultural background of idioms. D．Sharing your learning experience with classmates. 5. What can we learn from the text? A．Learning strategies can help us become better learners. B．We don’t need strategies to learn well. C．Sequencing events is only for history learning. D．Making connections is not useful for reading. Passage 6 Everyone has their own way of learning. Some people learn best by seeing. They are visual learners. They like to use pictures, colors and mind maps. Some people learn best by hearing. They are auditory learners. They enjoy listening to explanations and talking with others. Some people learn best by doing. They are kinesthetic learners. They need to move and touch things. Jane is a visual learner. She often uses different colors when she takes notes. She also draws pictures to help her remember. Bob is an auditory learner. He likes to read aloud and discuss ideas with friends. He remembers things better when he hears them. Tim is a kinesthetic learner. He learns well when he does experiments or plays games. He can't sit still for a long time. If you know what kind of learner you are, you can find better ways to study. 1. How many learning types are mentioned in the passage? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 2. What does Jane use to help her remember? A．Songs. B．Discussions. C．Different colors and pictures. D．Body movements. 3. How does Bob like to learn? A．By watching videos. B．By drawing pictures. C．By doing experiments. D．By reading aloud and discussing. 4. What is true about Tim? A．He enjoys listening to music. B．He uses mind maps to learn. C．He likes to sit still for a long time. D．He learns well by doing experiments. 5. Why is it helpful to know your learning type? A．You can teach others. B．You can get good grades. C．You can study with friends. D．You can find better ways to study. Passage 7 How to improve your English learning? Here are some effective methods from a good English learner. First, memorize new words in a smart way. Don’t memorize words one by one alone. You can memorize them with sentences or passages. It’s easier to remember words in a context. Second, practice listening every day. You can listen to English news, songs or podcasts for 15 to 20 minutes every day. At first, you can listen with subtitles, then try without them. Third, speak English as much as possible. Join an English club or talk with your classmates in English. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes. Fourth, read more English articles. You can read English stories, newspapers or magazines. It can help you improve your reading and vocabulary. Fifth, keep a diary in English. Write down your daily life or feelings in English every day. It’s a good way to improve your writing. These methods are very useful. If you stick to them, your English will improve greatly. Remember, being a good English learner needs hard work and persistence. 1. What’s a smart way to memorize new words? A．Memorize them one by one. B．Memorize them with sentences or passages. C．Write them many times on paper. D．Read them aloud once a day. 2. How long should we practice listening every day? A．15-20 minutes. B．20-30 minutes. C．30-40 minutes. D．40-50 minutes. 3. What should we do to practice speaking English? A．Listen to English songs every day. B．Read English newspapers. C．Join an English club or talk with classmates in English. D．Keep a diary in English. 4. Which way can help us improve our writing? A．Listening to English news. B．Keeping a diary in English. C．Memorizing words with sentences. D．Reading English stories. 5. What does the passage mainly tell us? A．How to make a study plan. B．How to be a good student. C．Effective methods to improve English learning. D．The importance of English learning. Passage 8 Nowadays, using AI is becoming more and more popular. Smart AI tools are now entering our lives and greatly changing them. You might wonder if AI can help with schoolwork. The answer is “yes”, but first you should get permission (许可) from your teacher. AI can offer different kinds of help, for example, you can use it to search for information on space exploration for science homework, or ask it to show you how to solve a math problem. However, you should do your work on your own first—don’t just copy from AI. Always think by yourself and check if the information is correct. AI can only be your tool, teacher, or guide. But is AI always reliable? Not really. Although it is smart, it isn’t perfect. AI keeps learning, but it can still make mistakes. Always use it carefully and think critically. Remember, AI is a useful tool for learning, but it’s important to ask teachers or parents how to use it correctly. 1. How does the writer start the text? A．By telling a story. B．By describing a current trend. C．By asking a question. D．By comparing two facts. 2. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about? A．How to use AI correctly in schoolwork. B．Why AI is helpful for homework. C．The importance of using AI carefully. D．Ways to make AI’s answers more useful. 3. What does the underlined word “reliable” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．funny to use B．able to be trusted C．expensive to buy D．easy to carry 4. What can we infer about using AI for schoolwork? A．Teachers will lose their jobs. B．Students still need some human help. C．It always gives correct answers. D．Parents dislike AI tools. 5. Which would be the best title for the text? A．How to Build Your Own AI B．Why AI Appeared C．Using AI Smartly for School D．The History of AI Tools Passage 9 Confucius’s Learning Spirit Confucius is known as the greatest educator in Chinese history. His learning spirit has inspired people for thousands of years. At the age of 15, Confucius made up his mind to study hard. He got down to learning various subjects, including music, math and literature. When he was in the State of Qi, he learned Shao music. He was so lost in it that he didn’t notice the taste of meat for months. This shows his deep love for learning. Confucius believed in lifelong learning. Even when he became a famous master, he never stopped learning from others. He said, “When I walk along with two others, they may serve me as my teachers.” He taught his students to be honest in learning. For example, he told Zilu, “To know what you know and what you do not know, that is wisdom.” Another important idea from Confucius is “Review the old knowledge and you will have new ideas.” He thought reviewing could help people get deeper understanding. Today, we can still learn from Confucius’s spirit. We should be hard-working, honest and open to learning from others. 1. What did Confucius decide to do at the age of 15? A．Teach students. B．Study hard. C．Travel around. D．Open a school. 2. Why didn’t Confucius notice the taste of meat for months? A．He didn’t like meat. B．He was lost in Shao music. C．He was too busy teaching. D．He was ill. 3. What does “To know what you know and what you do not know, that is wisdom.” mean? A．We should be honest in learning. B．We should learn from others. C．We should review old knowledge. D．We should work hard. 4. Which of the following is NOT Confucius’s idea? A．Lifelong learning. B．Learning from others. C．Copying others’ homework. D．Reviewing old knowledge. 5. What can we learn from Confucius’s learning spirit? A．We should give up easily. B．We should be honest and hard-working. C．We don’t need to review knowledge. D．We should only learn from teachers. Passage 10 Everyone knows to be confident is very important now. Here are some ways for you on how to become confident. Look Confident Maybe this is the easiest to do. When you’re wearing comfortable clothes and look good in them, then half of your job is done. Starting your day by looking at yourself in the mirror (镜子) and feeling happy helps a lot in becoming confident. Talk Confidently If you are always soft-spoken, then people will think of you as some soft person, without power. You need to have a correct speed, so that your speech is clear and full of confidence. Talking too fast may make it seem that you are nervous. Stand Confidently A good manner (举止) helps a lot. If you look around, this is really common, as you will see other successful people walking and standing in a confident manner. Feel Confident People keep on wondering how to be confident, but they don’t think that it is much about one’s mental state (精神状态). Remember whenever you are going to make an important conversation, always keep in a good mental state and the conversation will be successful. 1. How can you make yourself look confident? A．Find a good job. B．Buy a clear mirror. C．Wear comfortable clothes and look good in them. D．Do the easiest things. 2. The underlined word “soft” in this passage means ________ in Chinese. A．强硬的 B．软弱的 C．笨的 D．和善的 3. The successful people walk and stand ________. A．at a correct speed B．in a confident manner C．in comfortable clothes D．in a good mental state 4. If you make an important conversation, you should ________. A．wear comfortable clothes B．speak quickly C．keep in a good mental state D．look at yourself in the mirror 5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A．Keeping a good mood helps you become confident. B．If you are soft-spoken, you are a soft person. C．Few people think mental state is also important to be confident. D．There are four suggestions teaching people to be confident in the passage. Passage 11 Do you know how to take good notes? Note-taking is an important skill for students. Good notes can help you remember and understand what you learn in class. There are different ways to take notes. Some students write down everything the teacher says. But this is not always good because you may miss the important points. Other students use keywords. They only write down the most important ideas. This helps them listen more carefully in class. Another way is to use mind maps. You put the main topic in the middle and draw lines to show related ideas. Mind maps are great for visual learners. Some students like the Cornell method. They divide their paper into two parts. They write the main ideas on the right and keywords or questions on the left. After class, they write a short summary at the bottom. What is the best way? There is no one right way. The best way is the way that works for you. Try different methods and find what helps you learn best. 1. What is the main purpose of note-taking according to the passage? A．To finish homework faster. B．To make classes more interesting. C．To write down everything the teacher says. D．To help students remember and understand. 2. What is one problem with writing down everything? A．It takes too much time after class. B．You might miss the important points. C．Your notes will be too short to review. D．Teachers may think you are not listening. 3. Which method is best for students who learn by seeing? A．Using mind maps. B．The Cornell method. C．The keyword method. D．Writing down everything. 4. What can we infer about the Cornell method from the passage? A．It is only useful for science classes. B．It requires more time than other methods. C．It is the most popular way among students. D．It helps students organize and review notes easily. 5. What does the writer suggest at the end of the passage? A．Find the way that works best for you. B．Everyone should use the same method. C．Taking notes is not as important as listening. D．Mind maps are better than the Cornell method. Passage 12 Many people believe reading can bring us new knowledge and help us become well-rounded. The books, magazines, and even websites we read can change how we think and what we believe. These ideas influence our actions. For example, if we read that certain foods are bad for your health, we may decide to stop eating them. We might even share this information with people around us. Over time, staying away from such food becomes part of who we are. Research has shown that reading also changes how we interact (互动) with others. Reading stories helps us understand different situations and different people better. It makes us more open-minded, and less self-centered. We learn to live in harmony with people around us. Being warm-hearted becomes part of our character. As an old saying goes, “You cannot open a book without learning something.” Reading science fiction develops creativity. Reading poems may even help you become a songwriter one day! So why not pick up a book today and start reading? A new you is waiting to be discovered! 1. What’s the main idea of Paragraph 1? A．Reading shapes our thoughts and actions. B．Reading helps us form a good eating habit. C．Reading helps us develop a good character. D．Reading improves our relationships with others. 2. What does the underlined word “harmony” mean in Paragraph 2? A．hard B．peaceful C．unforgettable D．strange 3. How does the writer support his opinion in the text? ① By giving examples.             ② By using sayings. ③ By describing personal experience. ④ By listing numbers. A．①② B．②③ C．③④ D．②④ 4. What does the writer mean by saying “A new you is waiting to be discovered!”? A．The writer wants readers to wait for changes without action. B．The writer encourages readers to start reading to eat good foods. C．The writer suggests that readers should read more science novels and poems. D．The writer believes reading will make readers different from before. 5. Which would be the best title for the text? A．What We Should Read B．How to Read C．Why We Need Reading D．How Reading Changes the World Passage 13 What is SQ3R? SQ3R is a useful method to help students understand and remember written information more effectively (高效地). SQ3R includes five steps. Survey means scanning the material quickly. Look at the title, headings, pictures, introductory paragraphs, and the summary. This helps you get a general idea of the text before you start reading carefully. Question means raising questions while surveying. You can ask, “What is the key point?” or“How does this step help?”. This step is very important because raising questions keeps your mind active and gives your reading a clear purpose. Read the text carefully to find answers to your questions. Read one part at a time. You can also take notes or highlight unfamiliar terms to better solve your problem. Recite means closing the book and trying to say the answers in your own words. This checks your understanding and strengthens (增强) your memory (记忆). Review means going through your notes or the text again after some time. This helps you remember what you learnt for a longer time. In a word, SQ3R is an effective learning method and it’s used by more and more students. 1. According to the SQ3R method, what should you look at during the “Survey” step? A．Only the title and summary. B．Pictures and unfamiliar terms. C．Title, headings, pictures, introductory paragraphs, and summary. D．Every sentence in the text. 2. Why is the “Question” step important? A．Because it makes reading more interesting. B．Because it keeps your mind active and gives a clear reading purpose. C．Because it helps you avoid difficult parts. D．Because it means you don’t need to review later. 3. What does “This” in Paragraph 6 refer to? A．Taking notes. B．Going through your notes or text again. C．Reading one part at a time. D．Raising questions. 4. What is the writer’s purpose of writing this text? A．To tell the disadvantages of traditional reading methods. B．To tell why SQ3R is better than other reading methods. C．To tell how SQ3R helps learners understand and remember texts. D．To tell all students to use SQ3R. 5. What’s the structure of the text? A． B． C． D． Passage 14 Nowadays, more and more students are using online resources to help with their learning. Is it a good way? Let’s look at the pros and cons. Pros: 1. Rich Resources: You can find videos, articles, exercises, and even full courses on almost any subject. 2. Convenient: You can learn anytime and anywhere if you have a computer or a smartphone. 3. Personalized Learning: Some apps can find your weak points and give you special exercises. 4. Interactive: Many websites have games, quizzes, and discussion forums to make learning fun. Cons: 1. Distraction: It’s easy to start watching funny videos or playing games instead of studying. 2. Information Overload: There is too much information online. Sometimes it’s hard to know which sources are trustworthy. 3. Less Face-to-face Communication: Learning online alone might reduce chances to practice speaking or work with classmates. 4. Bad for Eyes: Staring at screens for too long can hurt your eyes. So, how can we make good use of online learning? First, set clear goals before you go online. For example, “I will watch one 15-minute math video and finish 10 exercises.” Second, choose good websites or apps that teachers recommend. Third, balance online and offline learning. Don’t forget to read books, discuss with friends, and do experiments in real life. Remember, the Internet is a powerful tool, but you are the one who controls it. 1. What is NOT mentioned as a “pro” of online learning? A．Rich resources. B．It’s very cheap. C．It’s convenient. D．It can be personalized. 2. What does “distraction” in the “Cons” part mean? A．something that helps you focus B．something that takes your attention away C．something that makes you smarter D．something that improves your memory 3. Why is “information overload” a problem? A．Because all information online is wrong. B．Because it’s hard to know which information is good and trustworthy. C．Because it makes the computer very slow. D．Because teachers don’t like it. 4. What is the writer’s advice for using online learning well? A．Never use the Internet for learning. B．Spend all day learning online. C．Set goals, choose good resources, and balance it with offline learning. D．Only use it for playing educational games. 5. What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this passage? A．To encourage students to spend more time online. B．To ask students to stop using the Internet. C．To show the good and bad sides of online learning and give advice. D．To introduce the history of online learning. Passage 15 Reading is one of the most important skills for students. It can not only help us get knowledge but also make us think more deeply. But many students find it hard to read a long article well. Here are some simple and useful ways to improve your reading ability. First, set a clear goal for each reading. Before you start reading, ask yourself: What do I want to get from this article? Is it the main idea, specific details or new words? A clear goal can help you read more efficiently (高效地). Second, learn to skim and scan. Skimming means reading quickly to get the main idea of the article. You can read the title, the first sentence of each paragraph and the last paragraph. Scanning is to read quickly to find specific information, like numbers, names and time. It can save you a lot of time when you do reading exercises. ▲ When you read, take a pen and write down the new words and key sentences. You can look up the new words after reading and write them in your notebook. This can help you remember them better and also make you understand the article more clearly. Finally, read as much as possible. Reading is a skill that needs practice. You can read storybooks, newspapers and English magazines that are suitable for middle school students. The more you read, the better your reading ability will be. By using these methods, you will find that reading is not as hard as you think. And you will get more fun and knowledge from reading. 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1. What does the underlined word “efficiently” mean in Chinese? A．低效地 B．高效地 C．缓慢地 D．仔细地 2. What should you do first before reading according to the passage? A．Look up new words in a dictionary. B．Write down the key sentences. C．Set a clear reading goal. D．Learn to skim and scan. 3. Which sentence can be put into ▲ in the passage? A．Take notes while reading. B．Read the article word by word. C．Ask teachers for help. D．Write a summary after reading. 4. What can we infer from the passage? A．Reading a long article is easy for all students. B．Skimming is to find specific information in the article. C．Reading more can help improve our reading ability. D．We don’t need to write down new words when reading. 5. How does the passage develop its main topic? A．By telling a story and giving a lesson. B．By introducing a topic and giving suggestions. C．By comparing different reading methods. D．By listing problems and giving solutions. 15 / 15乐思英语 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $