Unit 4 The Wonders of Nature 单元检测题 2025-2026学年人教版英语八年级下册

Unit 4 The Wonders of Nature 单元检测题2025-2026学年人教版英语八年级下册 （考试时间：40分钟 满分：60分） 一、完形填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 Nature is full of wonders that surprise and amaze us. From high mountains to deep oceans, from bright rainbows to quiet forests, every corner of nature shows its beauty and magic. Exploring the wonders of nature not only brings us joy but also teaches us to cherish our planet. Last summer, my family and I went to visit a famous waterfall. When we arrived, we were shocked by its 1. _____. The water fell down from the high cliff, making a loud sound and white mist. Many visitors stood there, taking photos and cheering. I felt a strong sense of 2. _____ when I looked at the powerful waterfall. It made me realize how small humans are compared to nature. On our way back, we walked through a thick forest. The air was fresh, and we could hear the songs of birds and the 3. _____ of leaves. The trees were tall and green, providing us with cool shade. We saw many colorful flowers and small animals, which made the forest full of 4. _____. Sometimes, nature shows its strong power. Last month, there was a heavy rainstorm in our city. The wind blew 5. _____, and the rain poured down. After the storm, we found many trees fallen, but we also saw new small shoots coming out of the ground. It showed the 6. _____ of nature — it is both powerful and full of life. We should always respect nature. 7. _____ we protect nature, it will continue to show us its wonders. We shouldn’t cut down trees or pollute rivers, 8. _____ these actions will destroy the beauty of nature. Every small effort we make to protect nature will make a big difference. Exploring the wonders of nature is a wonderful experience. It helps us relax and learn more about our planet. I believe that as long as we keep our hearts open, we will find more 9. _____ in nature and fall in love with this beautiful world. Nature’s wonders are waiting for us to 10. _____ them. 1. A. beauty B. noise C. danger D. mess 2. A. sadness B. wonder C. anger D. worry 3. A. sound B. taste C. smell D. touch 4. A. sadness B. silence C. life D. fear 5. A. softly B. gently C. heavily D. quietly 6. A. weakness B. magic C. trouble D. pressure 7. A. If B. Though C. Because D. So 8. A. and B. but C. so D. because 9. A. problems B. wonders C. troubles D. mistakes 10. A. destroy B. protect C. discover D. forget 二、短文填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 Nature has many amazing 11. ___________ (wonder). These wonders show the power and beauty of nature, and they attract people from all over the world. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most famous natural wonders. It is full of 12. ___________ (color) fish and beautiful corals. Many scientists say that protecting it is 13. ___________ (extreme) important. We should protect it 14. ___________ (careful) than before, or it will disappear soon. My teacher 15. ___________ (tell) us about many natural wonders every week. Last year, I 16. ___________ (visit) the Grand Canyon with my parents. It was so amazing that I couldn’t believe my eyes. Next summer, we 17. ___________ (travel) to see the Northern Lights, which is another great natural wonder. When we talk about natural wonders, we should remember to protect 18. ___________ (they). The 19. ___________ (three) thing we can do is to save water and electricity. It’s our duty 20. ___________ (protect) nature’s wonders. We can take21. ___________ walk in the forest to enjoy the beauty of nature. We should not throw rubbish in the wild, 22. ___________ it will pollute the environment. We can learn more about natural wonders 23. ___________ reading books and watching documentaries. 24. ___________ natural wonders are beautiful, they are also fragile. 25. ___________ we don’t protect them, they will be gone forever. Let’s work together to protect nature’s wonders. 三、阅读理解（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。（词数：300） Amazing Natural Wonders Around the World Our planet is full of amazing natural wonders that show the magic of nature. These wonders are formed over thousands or even millions of years, and they attract millions of visitors every year. Each natural wonder has its own unique beauty and story, making them precious gifts from nature. One of the most famous natural wonders is the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. It appears in the sky near the North Pole, with bright colors like green, pink and purple. The lights dance in the sky, creating a wonderful scene. Many people travel to cold places just to see this amazing sight. The Northern Lights are formed by the interaction between the sun’s particles and the Earth’s magnetic field. Another amazing natural wonder is the Victoria Falls. It is located between Zambia and Zimbabwe, and it is one of the largest waterfalls in the world. The water falls down from a high cliff, making a loud noise that can be heard from far away. The mist from the waterfall creates rainbows on sunny days, which makes the scene even more beautiful. Visiting Victoria Falls allows people to feel the power and beauty of nature. These natural wonders are not only beautiful but also important for our planet. They provide homes for many animals and plants, and they help keep the balance of nature. However, many natural wonders are in danger because of pollution and human activities. It’s our duty to protect them so that future generations can also enjoy their beauty. 26. What makes natural wonders precious gifts from nature? A. They are formed quickly. B. They have unique beauty and stories. C. They are easy to visit. D. They are not in danger. 27. Why do many people travel to cold places? A. To see the Victoria Falls. B. To protect natural wonders. C. To see the Northern Lights. D. To enjoy the warm weather. 28. What does the underlined word “interaction” probably mean? A. a process of working together B. a process of fighting each other C. a process of moving quickly D. a process of changing suddenly 29. What can we infer from the passage? A. Natural wonders are not important for our planet. B. Human activities don’t affect natural wonders. C. We should protect natural wonders for future generations. D. The Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall in the world. 30. What’s the best title for the passage? A. How to Protect Natural Wonders B. Amazing Natural Wonders Around the World C. The Story of Natural Wonders D. Why Natural Wonders Are in Danger 四、阅读表达（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答下列问题。 Nature is full of wonderful sights that never fail to amaze us. From the highest mountains to the deepest oceans, every natural wonder tells a story of nature’s power and beauty. Last year, I had the chance to visit two amazing natural wonders, and the experience changed my view of nature. The first wonder I visited was the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. It is famous for its tall, strange rocks that stand straight in the forest. The rocks are covered with green plants, and when the mist comes, the park looks like a fairyland. I walked along the path and enjoyed the fresh air and beautiful scenery. I also saw many monkeys playing in the trees, which made the park full of life. This visit made me realize how beautiful and magical nature is. The second natural wonder I visited was the Dead Sea. Unlike other seas, the Dead Sea is so salty that no fish can live in it. When you go into the water, you can float easily without swimming. My parents and I floated in the water and took many photos. I also learned that the Dead Sea has special minerals that are good for our skin. This experience taught me that nature has many surprises waiting for us to discover. Visiting these natural wonders was a great experience. It made me love nature more and want to protect it. I hope everyone can have the chance to explore nature’s wonders and learn to cherish our beautiful planet. 31. What is Zhangjiajie National Forest Park famous for? ________________________________________________________________ 32. What did the writer see in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park besides the rocks? ________________________________________________________________ 33. Why can people float easily in the Dead Sea? ________________________________________________________________ 44. What did the writer learn about the Dead Sea? ________________________________________________________________ 35. What’s your favorite natural wonder? Why? ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ 五、补全对话（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 根据下面对话情景，在空白处填入适当的句子，使对话连贯、通顺。 A: Hi, Peter! I heard you went on a trip last weekend. Where did you go? B: Hi, Lucy! I went to visit the West Lake with my family. 36. _______________________ A: Really? I’ve heard that the West Lake is a famous natural wonder. Is it beautiful? B: Yes, it’s very beautiful! The water is clear, and there are many green trees and colorful flowers around it. 37. ________________________________________________________________ A: That sounds amazing! Did you take any photos there? B: Of course! I took a lot of photos. 38. _____________________________________________ A: Sure! I can’t wait to see them. Did you learn anything about the West Lake? B: Yes, I did. I learned that it is one of the most famous natural wonders in China. 39. ________ A: That’s interesting! I also want to visit a natural wonder. Do you have any advice? B: Sure! You can go to visit Mount Tai. 40. ________________________________ A: Thank you for your advice. I will go there with my parents next summer. 参考答案 一、完形填空 1. A 2. B 3. A 4. C 5. C 6. B 7. A 8. D 9. B 10. C 二、短文填空 11. wonders 12. colorful 13. extremely1 4. more carefully 15. tells 16. visited 17. will travel 18. them 19. third 20. to protect 21. a 22. because 23. by 24. Though25. If 三、阅读理解 26. B 27. C 28. A 29. C30. B 四、阅读表达 31. It is famous for its tall, strange rocks that stand straight in the forest. 32. The writer saw fresh air, beautiful scenery and many monkeys playing in the trees. 33. Because the Dead Sea is so salty that no fish can live in it. 34. The writer learned that the Dead Sea has special minerals that are good for our skin. 35. 示例：My favorite natural wonder is the Great Wall. Because it is a great natural and man-made wonder that shows the wisdom of ancient people. It is very grand and beautiful, and it attracts people from all over the world. 五、补全对话 36. It is a beautiful natural wonder and I had a great time there. 37. We took a boat tour on the lake and enjoyed the beautiful view. 38. Do you want to see them? 39. It has a long history and many interesting stories. 40. It is a famous mountain and a great natural wonder with beautiful scenery. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $