期中复习之阅读理解12篇-2025-2026学年八年级英语下册期中复习（人教版）

期中复习之阅读理解12篇 When I was in Grade Eight, I was always under great study pressure. I had to do a lot of homework every day and take many exams. I didn’t have any time to relax and I even forgot what my hobbies were. As a result, I felt very tired all the time and my study grade was getting worse and worse. My teacher found my problem and had a talk with me. She told me that relaxation was not a waste of time and that I should learn to relax myself. She advised me to take up a hobby and take part in more outdoor activities. I thought about it for a long time and decided to take up swimming. I went swimming every Saturday afternoon. When I swam in the water, I felt all my pressure was gone. I also started to go for a walk in the park with my parents every evening. We talked about my school life and their work, which made me feel warm and relaxed. After a month, I felt much better. I was not as tired as before and I could focus more on my study. My study grades started to improve. I also found that I had more energy to do things I like. Now, I keep the habit of swimming and walking every week. I know that proper relaxation is the key to my study and life. It helps me keep healthy and study better. I believe that as long as we keep a balance between study and relaxation, we can live a happy and meaningful life. 1．The writer felt great study pressure when he was in ________. A．Grade Seven B．Grade Eight C．Grade Nine D．Grade Six 2．The writer’s study grade was getting worse because he ________. A．didn’t do his homework B．didn’t have time to relax C．took too many exams D．forgot how to study 3．The teacher advised the writer to ________. A．do more homework B．take more exams C．take up a hobby and do outdoor activities D．focus more on study 4．The writer chose ________ as his new hobby to relax himself. A．hiking B．running C．swimming D．walking 5．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The writer had much time to relax in Grade Eight at first. B．Swimming made the writer feel all his pressure was gone. C．The writer’s study grade didn’t improve after he started to relax. D．The writer doesn’t keep the habit of relaxing now. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了作者八年级时，学习压力大，没有时间放松，导致成绩越来越差。老师建议作者培养一个爱好，并多参加户外活动。作者决定培养游泳作为新爱好来放松，开始放松后成绩开始提升。 1．根据第一段“When I was in Grade Eight, I was always under great study pressure.”可知，作者八年级的时候承受很大的学习压力。 2．根据第一段“I didn’t have any time to relax and I even forgot what my hobbies were. As a result, I felt very tired all the time and my study grade was getting worse and worse.”可知，原因是没有时间放松。 3．根据第二段“She advised me to take up a hobby and take part in more outdoor activities.”可知，老师建议作者培养一个爱好，并多参加户外活动。 4．根据第二段“I thought about it for a long time and decided to take up swimming. I went swimming every Saturday afternoon.”可知，作者决定培养游泳作为新爱好来放松。 5．根据第二段“When I swam in the water, I felt all my pressure was gone.”可知，游泳时，作者感觉所有压力都消失了。 My name is Wang Lin. I’m an eighth-grade student in Guangzhou. Like many students, I was busy with my studies and felt stressed out before. I didn’t know how to relax, and I often stayed up late to do homework. Soon, I felt tired every day and even had a headache. My teacher found my problem and gave me some advice. She told me to relax after study and keep healthy. I followed her advice. Every afternoon after school, I spend 20 minutes listening to light music. It makes me feel relaxed. On weekends, I go for a walk with my parents or play badminton with my friends. I also change my living habits. I exercise every morning for 30 minutes. I eat vegetables and fruit every day and stop eating junk food. I go to bed at 9:00 every night and get up early. Now, I feel energetic every day. I can study better and I’m happier than before. I think everyone should learn to relax and keep healthy. It’s not only good for our body, but also good for our study. 根据语篇内容，选择最佳选项。 1．Why did Wang Lin feel tired every day before? A．She exercised too much. B．She ate too much junk food. C．She was busy and didn’t relax. 2．Who gave Wang Lin advice? A．Her teacher. B．Her parents. C．Her friends. 3．What does Wang Lin do to relax after school? A．Play badminton. B．Listen to light music. C．Go for a walk. 4．What healthy habit does Wang Lin have now? A．Staying up late. B．Eating junk food. C．Exercising every morning. 5．What can we learn from Wang Lin’s story? A．We should study all day. B．Relaxation and health are important. C．We don’t need to exercise. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了八年级学生王林以前因忙于学习、不会放松而疲惫、头痛，在老师建议下，通过听轻音乐、运动、改变作息和饮食等健康方式调整，变得精力充沛、学习更好。文章告诉我们：学会放松、保持健康，对身体和学习都很重要。 1．第一段直接说明了原因：“I was busy with my studies and felt stressed out before. I didn’t know how to relax… Soon, I felt tired every day…”，她以前忙于学习，不知道如何放松，所以每天很累。 2．第二段第一句：“My teacher found my problem and gave me some advice.”，她的老师发现了她的问题并给了她建议。 3．第二段第四句：“Every afternoon after school, I spend 20 minutes listening to light music.”，每天放学后，她听轻音乐放松。 4．第三段第二句直接说明了她现在的好习惯：“I exercise every morning for 30 minutes.”，她现在每天早上锻炼。 5．最后一段点明了文章主旨：“I think everyone should learn to relax and keep healthy. It’s not only good for our body, but also good for our study.”，放松和健康很重要。 As Ginni Bazlinton reached Antarctica, she found herself greeted by a group of penguins. These gentle and lovely penguins welcomed her and started her unforgettable adventure. Ever since her childhood, Ginni, now 71, has had a deep love for travel. Throughout her career as a professional dancer, she toured in the UK, but always hoped to explore further and challenge herself. So after she retired (退休) and her sons flew the nest, she realized it was time to take the plunge. While travelling in Chile, she discovered she could buy a ship ticket to Antarctica at a very low price. “I just decided I wanted to go,” she says. “I had no idea about what I’d find there and I wasn’t nervous. I just wanted to do it. And I wanted to do it alone as I always prefer it that way.” In March 2008, Ginni got on a ship with another 48 passengers she’d never met before and began the journey towards Antarctica. “From seeing the wildlife to enjoying the sunrises, the whole experience was amazing,” Ginni says. “I remember the first time I saw a whale, it just rose out of the water like some prehistoric creatures (史前生物) and I thought it was smiling at us. You could still hear the musical sounds it was making underwater.” Ginni realized that Antarctica is a valuable land that needs to be respected and protected by humans. 1．Before retiring, Ginni Bazlinton ________. A．lived alone B．disliked travelling C．was a dancer D．reached Antarctica 2．The underlined phrase “take the plunge” in paragraph 2 means “________”. A．stick to dancing B．bring back memories C．give up dreams D．try challenging things 3．What made Ginni decide on the journey to Antarctica? A．Lovely penguins. B．A friend’s invitation. C．Beautiful sunrises. D．A cheap ship ticket. 4．How did Ginni feel about the whole journey? A．Disappointed. B．Amazed. C．Bored. D．Tired. 5．What would be the best title for the passage? A．Protecting Antarctica with Ginni B．Ginni’s Touch with Sea Animals C．Exploring the World with Ginni D．Ginni’s Journey to Antarctica 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．D 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了71岁的吉尼·巴兹林顿退休后独自前往南极洲旅行的故事，描述了她对旅行的热爱、出发的契机以及在南极的奇妙经历。 1．细节理解题。根据第2段“Throughout her career as a professional dancer, she toured in the UK...”可知，吉尼在退休前是一名职业舞者。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据第2段“she always hoped to explore further and challenge herself. So after she retired and her sons flew the nest, she realized it was time to take the plunge.”可知，她一直希望探索更远的地方、挑战自己，因此退休后她意识到是时候“尝试具有挑战性的事情”了。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第3段“While travelling in Chile, she discovered she could buy a ship ticket to Antarctica at a very low price. ‘I just decided I wanted to go,’ she says.”可知，促使她决定前往南极的是那张便宜的船票。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据第4段“the whole experience was amazing”可知，吉尼觉得整个旅程非常奇妙。故选B。 5．最佳标题题。全文围绕吉尼前往南极洲的旅行经历展开，从出发动机到所见所闻，因此最佳标题是“吉尼的南极之旅”。故选D。 The rise of AI doctors is not like something from science fiction anymore. It’s really happening now. In different parts of China, AI doctors are bringing big changes to the medical field. Last year, Beijing Children’s Hospital brought in the country’s first AI pediatrician (儿科医生). An 8-year-old boy had a sudden and serious illness. Thirteen top experts were trying hard to find the best treatment. At the same time, the AI doctor came up with a treatment plan and it was like the human doctors’ thoughts. In Shandong, a couple was very distressed when their child had a high fever. They decided to try DeepSeek before going to the hospital. After putting in the description of the illness, the AI said it was probably a bacterial infection (细菌感染 ) and suggested some medicine. When they went to the hospital, the doctor gave exactly the same medicine. Even in some villages of Jiangsu, AI doctors help patients know about their illnesses and make it easier for disabled people to move around in the hospital. All these examples show us two important things AI doctors can do. They can help top doctors make better choices and they can also make healthcare easier for everyone in the country. However, AI doctors need to make more improvements. As one doctor said, “AI doctors can give us ideas, but we still need the care given by humans.” 1．How does the writer describe the AI doctor’s role in Paragraph 2? A．By listing many numbers. B．By telling a real story. C．By asking some questions. D．By teaching a lesson. 2．What does the underlined word “distressed” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Bored. B．Relaxed. C．Excited. D．Worried. 3．What can we learn about AI doctors from the passage? A．AI doctors cannot offer help in the villages. B．AI doctors can help disabled people move around in the hospital. C．AI doctors are able to do everything for the patients. D．AI doctors don’t need improvements any more. 4．Which is the right structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2,…) A． B． C． D． 5．What is the passage mainly about? A．AI doctors are bringing changes to the medical field. B．AI doctors are causing problems in the medical field. C．AI doctors are taking the place of human doctors. D．AI doctors are helping sick children in villages. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．B 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了AI医生在中国不同地区的应用案例，展现了AI医生给医疗领域带来的积极变化，同时也指出了其仍需改进的地方。 1．第二段提到“An 8-year-old boy had a sudden and serious illness...and it was like the human doctors’ thought”，作者通过讲述真实故事来描述AI医生的作用。 2．第三段提到“a couple was very distressed when their child had a high fever”，孩子发高烧时父母的心情是担忧的，distressed表示“担忧的”，与worried意思一致。 3．第四段提到“AI doctors help patients know about their illnesses and make it easier for disabled people to move around in the hospital”，由此可知AI医生能帮助残疾人在医院行动。 4．文章结构为：第一段总起，点明AI医生正在给医疗领域带来变化；第二、三、四段分别列举北京、山东、江苏的具体应用案例；第五段总结AI医生的作用并提出改进方向。整体是“总—分—总” 结构。 5．文章开篇点明AI医生正在给医疗领域带来变化，中间通过多个案例具体说明，最后总结其作用，全文围绕AI医生给医疗领域带来的变化展开。 Nature is filled with a lot of wonders that amaze us. Let’s take Mount Qomolangma as an example. It is the highest mountain in the world. Its top is covered with thick snow all year round, and the air there is much thinner than that in low-lying areas. Climbers need strong bodies, warm clothes, and brave hearts to reach the top. Many people try, but only the best get there. There are also many other natural wonders. The Amazon Rainforest is one of the largest forests on Earth. It is home to many kinds of plants and animals. Bright parrots fly above tall trees, tiny frogs sit on green leaves, and lovely dolphins swim in the rivers. Some trees are so big that ten children holding hands cannot wrap (环绕) around them! Rivers like the Nile are longer and have a bigger influence on the land around them compared to many other rivers. People farm along the banks, build cities, and use the river to travel and trade. We explore nature because it is not only beautiful but also full of mysteries. By exploring, we can learn how nature works and why different natural wonders form. The knowledge helps us understand our planet better. We can also help protect animals and plants when we know more about them. Exploring teaches us to be careful, kind, and curious. So, let’s value these natural wonders. They are precious gifts from the earth. If we take good care of them, future kids can enjoy them too. Let’s keep our planet clean and safe for everyone! 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What does the underlined word “them” refer to in Paragraph 2? A．The children. B．The trees. C．The hands. D．The forests. 2．What is the main idea of the second paragraph? A．Rivers are important to the land. B．The Amazon Rainforest is very large. C．There are various amazing natural wonders. D．It’s our duty to protect natural wonders. 3．Which of the following is an opinion? A．The Nile is the longest river in the world. B．Natural wonders are precious gifts from the earth. C．Mount Qomolangma is the highest mountain in the world. D．The Amazon Rainforest is home to many plants and animals. 4．Why do we explore nature according to the text? A．To take photos. B．To make money. C．To find new places to live. D．To learn about nature’s wonders. 5．What is the writer’s purpose of writing this text? A．To describe something special on the earth. B．To encourage people to climb mountains and visit forests. C．To list the uses of rivers like the Nile for farming and trade. D．To introduce natural wonders and the importance of exploring nature. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．D 5．D 【导语】本文介绍了珠峰、亚马逊雨林、尼罗河等自然奇观，阐述探索自然的意义并呼吁保护自然。 1．第二段提到：“Some trees are so big that ten children holding hands cannot wrap around them!”，由此可知“them”指代前文的“trees”。 2．第二段开头点明：“There are also many other natural wonders.”，后文围绕多种自然奇观展开介绍。 3．第四段阐述：“They are precious gifts from the earth.”，这是作者的观点，其他选项均为客观事实。 4．第三段说明：“We explore nature because it is not only beautiful but also full of mysteries.”，探索自然是为了了解自然奇观与奥秘。 5．全文先介绍自然奇观，再说明探索自然的重要性，旨在介绍奇观并强调探索的意义。 I’m Lucy. I’m a student. I don’t feel well today. I have a fever and a sore throat. The doctor says I have a cold. He tells me to stay at home and rest. I should drink a lot of water. I shouldn’t go to school or watch TV. I should take medicine on time. I hope I can get well soon. 根据短文内容，选择最佳答案。 1．What’s wrong with Lucy? A．She has a toothache. B．She has a cold. C．She has a stomachache. D．She has a backache. 2．What should Lucy do? A．Go to school. B．Watch TV. C．Stay at home and rest. D．Play outside. 3．Should Lucy drink a lot of water? A．Yes, she should. B．No, she shouldn’t. C．We don’t know. D．Yes, she can. 4．What shouldn’t Lucy do? A．Take medicine. B．Drink water. C．Go to school. D．Rest. 5．Does Lucy hope to get well soon? A．Yes, she is. B．Yes, she does. C．No, she isn’t. D．No, she doesn’t. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了学生Lucy因感冒发烧、喉咙痛，医生给出在家休息、多喝水、按时吃药等建议，她希望尽快康复的内容。 1．原文提到“The doctor says I have a cold.”，直接说明Lucy的病情是感冒。 2．原文提到“He tells me to stay at home and rest.”，明确了Lucy应该做的事。 3．原文提到“I should drink a lot of water.”，直接表明Lucy应该多喝水。 4．原文提到“I shouldn’t go to school or watch TV.”，明确了Lucy不应该做的事。 5．原文提到“I hope I can get well soon.”，表明Lucy希望尽快康复，一般疑问句用does提问，肯定回答也用does。 Are you emotional? Do you often have strong feelings?How do you deal with bad emotions? We feel angry or unhappy about the things we did not achieve, about the things we cannot have,and many other things. It seems that everyone carries their own bad moods. But neither unhappiness nor anger can help us. Over time, they can be a heavy weight on our shoulders. These bad moods don't do anything good to us at all. So you might ask yourself —— is it possible to put down this heavy burden and give yourself a break? It is quite possible. Start by actually learning about your feelings. How do they get inside of us? Why do we carry them for so long instead of putting them down? Can we live without them? By thinking about our bad moods, we can find healthy ways to deal with them. Unhealthy behaviors are not the way to do this. They provide no relaxation. Instead, there are better ways to deal with them. One of the best ways is forgiveness. Forgiveness is a powerful tool. We should forgive ourselves first. We shouldn't keep bad moods inside. We must also forgive others who have made us unhappy or angry. This is not always easy. But when we learn to forgive ourselves, it becomes easier to forgive others as well. There is nothing good about carrying years of emotional burdens. By forgiving ourselves and others, we can abandon our burdens and feel better about ourselves. When you do this, you will start to feel a lot lighter. Years of heaviness will be magically lifted! You' ll start to feel like you have more energy and you' ll be much happier with your life. 1．How does the writer begin the text? A．By telling a story. B．By listing differences. C．By showing facts. D．By asking questions. 2．What should you do first to deal with the bad moods? A．Ask others questions. B．Study the moods. C．Try to live without them. D．Keep them in your mind. 3．What is a right way to deal with bad emotions according to the text? A．Forgiving ourselves and others. B．Keeping bad moods inside. C．Sharing bad moods with others. D．Finding good emotions to replace them. 4．What can we learn from the text? A．Unhappiness can sometimes encourage people to make progress. B．It's necessary to keep the feelings to yourself when you are busy. C．Forgive others first and then you can be full of energy and power. D．Bad emotions are normal but need to be dealt with in a proper way. 5．What is the best title for the text? A．How to Forgive Others B．How to Deal with Bad Emotions C．How to Forgive Our Own Mistakes D．How to Become an Energetic Person 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文围绕负面情绪的处理展开论述并且提出了解决的方案。 1．文章开篇提出“Are you emotional? Do you often have strong feelings? How do you deal with bad emotions?”这三个问题，所以作者是通过提问的方式开篇。 2．文中第三段提到“Start by actually learning about your feelings. How do they get inside of us? Why do we carry them for so long instead of putting them down? Can we live without them?”，即首先要了解自己的感受，也就是研究自己的情绪， 3．文中第四段明确指出“One of the best ways is forgiveness. We should forgive ourselves first... We must also forgive others who have made us unhappy or angry.”，说明原谅自己和他人是处理坏情绪的好方法。 4．文章表明坏情绪对我们没有好处，会成为负担，同时也指出通过思考坏情绪能找到健康的处理方式，所以可以推断出坏情绪是正常的，但需要以适当的方式处理。 5．文章围绕如何处理坏情绪展开，介绍了坏情绪的影响以及处理坏情绪的方法（如原谅自己和他人），所以“How to Deal with Bad Emotions”作为标题最合适。 When mountains, rivers and something else block the view, you may wonder whether there is still a road ahead. Be positive. Chinese people will use two common sayings to tell you that there will always be a road ahead. One of the sayings comes from Chinese folk culture. It says, “When a carriage (马车) arrives in front of a mountain, there’s always a road ahead; when a boat reaches a bridge, it will naturally go straight.” The meaning here is that when you drive a carriage to a mountain, there must be a road you can take to go forward, and water currents(水流) will naturally straighten a boat when it goes to pass under a bridge. In more common language: Don’t worry about what’s going to happen in the future; things will work themselves out. The second saying is from two lines from a poem written by Lu You, a great Southern Song Dynasty historian and poet. The two lines are translated as “Mountains roll beyond mountains, and streams (小河) double back to streams. I doubt if there’s still a road and then, with shady willows and bright flowers, another village suddenly appears ahead.” In easier language: Don’t lose hope, and there’s always a way. These popular expressions are often used to encourage people to face the world calmly during difficult times. There is a Western saying that follows the same idea, “When God closes one door, he opens a window.” 1．How does the writer explain his idea of being positive? A．By describing mountains and rivers. B．By telling some common sayings. C．By introducing a book by Lu You. D．By showing some famous Western sayings. 2．What is the writer’s purpose of writing the third paragraph? A．To explain the meaning of the first saying. B．To show the importance of the first saying. C．To encourage people to be confident. D．To introduce the benefits of being positive. 3．Which of the following idioms has the similar meaning to the two lines by Lu You? A．山高路远 B．山穷水尽 C．跋山涉水 D．峰回路转 4．What would be the best structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 5．What is the writing purpose of the passage? A．To introduce some famous sayings. B．To explain the cultural differences. C．To show courage leads to success D．To encourage people to be positive in the face of trouble. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了中国人在面对前方有阻碍时，用两句常见俗语表达总有出路的观点，并介绍了相关俗语含义及作用。 1．细节理解题。根据“Be positive. Chinese people will use two common sayings to tell you that there will always be a road ahead.”可知，作者通过讲述一些常见俗语来解释积极乐观的观点。故选B。 2．主旨大意题。根据“One of the sayings comes from Chinese folk culture. It says...In more common language: Don’t worry about what’s going to happen in the future; things will work themselves out.”可知，第三段解释了第一句俗语的含义。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据“Mountains roll beyond mountains, and streams (小河) double back to streams. I doubt if there’s still a road and then, with shady willows and bright flowers, another village suddenly appears ahead.”可知，这句诗表达的是不要失去希望，总会有出路，与“峰回路转”意思相似。故选D。 4．篇章结构题。第一段讲当山、河等阻挡视线时，中国人会用两句常见俗语告诉人们前方总有路，引出主题；第二段讲第一句俗语的来源及含义；第三段讲第二句俗语的来源及含义；第四段讲这些俗语的作用及西方类似说法；第五段总结全文，再次强调这些俗语常被用来鼓励人们在困难时期冷静面对世界。所以，本文的结构是“总分总”结构，选项B结构图符合。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了中国人在面对困难时用俗语鼓励人们要积极乐观面对世界，目的是鼓励人们在面对困难时要积极乐观。故选D。 Growing up is a natural process. As we grow, our bodies and minds change a lot. For many teenagers, these changes can make them feel worried or confused. When you enter your teenage years, your body starts to grow faster. You may get taller, your voice may change, and you may gain weight. These are all normal changes. It’s important to eat healthy food and do more exercise during this time. Vegetables, fruit and milk are good for your body. You should also sleep at least 8 hours every night. Your mind also changes. You may start to think more about yourself and your future. You may have more opinions and want to make your own decisions. It’s good to talk to your parents or teachers when you have problems. They can give you good advice. Remember, everyone grows at their own pace. Don’t worry if you are not like your friends. Be proud of your own growth. 1．What may make teenagers feel worried or confused? A．The changes in their bodies and minds. B．Eating too much junk food. C．Not getting enough sleep. D．Having too much homework. 2．What is NOT a normal body change during teenage years? A．Getting taller. B．Voice changing. C．Gaining weight. D．Losing all hair. 3．How many hours should teenagers sleep every night at least? A．7 hours B．8 hours C．9 hours D．10 hours 4．What should teenagers do when they have problems? A．Keep it to themselves. B．Talk to their parents or teachers. C．Argue with their friends. D．Play computer games all day. 5．What does the underlined phrase “at their own pace” mean? A．按照自己的节奏 B．和别人一样快 C．慢慢吞吞 D．加速成长 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了成长是自然的过程，青少年在成长中会经历身心的诸多变化，还给出了应对身体变化的方法和解决心理问题的建议。 1．细节理解题。根据“As we grow, our bodies and minds change a lot. For many teenagers, these changes can make them feel worried or confused.”可知，身体和心理上的变化会让青少年感到担忧和困惑。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“You may get taller, your voice may change, and you may gain weight. These are all normal changes.”可知，长高、变声、增重都是青少年时期正常的身体变化，掉光头发并非正常变化。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“You should also sleep at least 8 hours every night.”可知，青少年每晚至少应该睡8个小时。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“It’s good to talk to your parents or teachers when you have problems.”可知，青少年遇到问题时应该和父母或老师交谈。故选B。 5．词句猜测题。根据“Don’t worry if you are not like your friends. Be proud of your own growth.”可推知，此处表达每个人都按照自己的节奏成长，at their own pace的意思是“按照自己的节奏”。故选A。 Last weekend, I went camping after a long time of tiring work. The trip let me enjoy the clear lake and beautiful views in the forest. I felt the difference at once. I relaxed. I came home feeling rested. Going camping became a way to reduce the worry in my life. I not only got a nice weekend, but also experienced the benefits of nature, which was good for my mental health. Research has found that as few as five minutes in nature can be helpful for people to reduce worry and feel happier. This means that we can get relaxed and feel better from stepping outside right away. Even though sometimes we are unable to put our whole body and mind into nature, we can still find chances to relax in nature. We can take a five-minute break in a small park near our house or take a moment to sit under a big tree. We'll find them useful. Our better feelings in later life can demonstrate the active influence of nature. Besides simply spending more time outdoors, think about how we can enjoy nature even if we are too busy. Listen to recorded bird songs or rainstorms instead of music. Bring green plants or pictures of natural beauty into our home. Although bringing nature indoors is quite different from a real outdoor experience, we can still feel nature and experience better feelings. Being in nature doesn’t ask anything of us. Slow down, go outside, and notice what’s around us. Listen, touch and smell, and we will really notice the benefit in our emotions. 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What did the writer do last weekend? A．The writer went camping. B．The writer went shopping. C．The writer went skating. D．The writer went boating. 2．Why does the writer mention the research in Paragraph 2? A．To introduce the trip at the weekend. B．To show the benefits of being outdoors. C．To give an example of the wonderful nature. D．To tell us to be relaxed. 3．What does the underlined word “demonstrate” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Improve. B．Give. C．Show. D．Decide. 4．What can help people feel better according to the writer? A．Putting plants at home. B．Listening to rock music. C．Taking pictures of houses. D．Sharing outdoor experiences. 5．What is the writer’s purpose of writing this passage? A．To describe personal worry about nature. B．To share a story about nature with us. C．To encourage us to get close to nature. D．To ask us to enjoy a slow and peaceful life. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了亲近自然对心理健康的积极影响，并鼓励人们在忙碌生活中找到与自然接触的方式。 1．细节理解题。根据“Last weekend, I went camping after a long time of tiring work.”可知，作者上周末去露营了。故选A。 2．推理判断题。根据“Research has found that as few as five minutes in nature can be helpful for people to reduce worry and feel happier.”可知，作者提到这项研究是为了说明待在户外的好处。故选B。 3．词句猜测题。根据“Our better feelings in later life can demonstrate the active influence of nature.”可知，我们之后生活中更好的感受可以“展示”出自然的积极影响，“demonstrate”意为“展示”。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“Bring green plants or pictures of natural beauty into our home.”可知，在家里摆放绿色植物能让人感觉更好。故选A。 5．主旨大意题。文章通过自身经历和研究，介绍了亲近自然的好处，并给出了在忙碌生活中接触自然的建议，目的是鼓励我们亲近自然。故选C。 As we often use eyes to see 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 capture just the sound of one animal, 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 had its own place on the picture—its own notes in the music. The busier the picture is, the richer the life is 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 sources (来源) of our lives, which may hold the secrets of love for all  things, especially our own humanity.” But not everything is pleasant. When Peter began recording over forty years ago, he could record for ten hours and get only one hour of usable material that is 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 nature. 2．What does the underlined word “capture” in paragraph  2 mean? A．Shut. B．Catch. C．Touch. D．Check. 3．What is a sound picture according to the passage? 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. 4．What can we learn from paragraph 4? A．Recording sounds needs less time. B．Sound pictures are the same as before. C．Some beautiful sounds in nature are lost. D．Human activities improve recording results. 5．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．B 3．D 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文讲述彼得录制自然声音制作音景，发现因人类活动自然声音减少，呼吁人们用心聆听自然。 1．细节理解题。根据“Peter writes music. He likes sounds and uses natural sounds as part of his music.”可知，彼得录制自然声音是为了在他的音乐中使用这些声音。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Instead of trying to capture just the sound of one animal, he recorded the sound of everything all together—the animals, the trees, the wind and the earth.”可知，他不是只捕捉一种动物的声音，而是一起录制所有事物的声音，capture意为“捕捉”，与catch意思相近。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Back in his workshop, Peter used a computer to make a picture of all the sounds going on in a place.”可知，声音图片是用一个地方的自然声音制作的音乐画面。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据“Some of the places he has recorded over the years have slowly fallen silent.”可知，自然界中一些美好的声音消失了。故选C。 5．主旨大意题。根据“So next time you are in the forests, try another way to look—shut your eyes, and listen.”可知，作者主要想告诉我们自然有值得聆听的奇迹。故选B。 The Hutuo River is the mother river of Shijiazhuang, the capital city of Hebei. The Hutuo River is famous for its rich history and cultural meaning. It has been important for transportation (交通) for centuries and has played an important part in the development of the area. The river has also been the subject of many poems and works of art in history. However, about 20 years ago, it was dirty and almost dried up. Thanks to the government’s work, it has become much cleaner. Wu Wenzhong, a 58-year-old villager, lives near the river. “My friends and I often played with water, swam and caught fish in it when I was a child. I liked catching fish best,” he said. He remembers that the villagers had to cross the river by boat at that time. But as time passed by, it got dirty and started to dry up. To remediate (治理) the river, the government has done a lot of things. They clean the river up and build levees (防洪堤). They plant trees, grass and flowers to green the riverside. They build up fences (防护栏) and put up “No Swimming” signs along the river to protect people. They stop factories from putting waste water into the river. They keep an eye on the river to make sure it stays clean for the fish, birds and people who live nearby. They also have a long-term plan to keep the river in good condition. Now, there are more than 20 kinds of birds living around the river. It becomes a home for birds again. People can enjoy a day outdoors with the beauty of nature along the river. Wu and other villagers are happy to see the river looking good again. The Hutuo River’s story shows that when people work together to take care of nature, good things can happen. 1．How does the writer introduce the subject in Paragraph 1? A．By giving examples. B．By giving facts. C．By asking questions. D．By quoting (引用) a famous poem. 2．What was Wu Wenzhong’s favourite activity when he was a child? A．Boating. B．Swimming. C．Planting trees. D．Catching fish. 3．What do we know about today’s Hutuo River? A．Many birds live around it. B．Factories get water from it. C．It’s still in bad condition. D．Villagers can have fun swimming in it. 4．What does “keep an eye on” mean in Paragraph 4? A．see off B．watch over C．find out D．look for 5．Which question does Paragraph 4 mainly answer? A．How does the river look now? B．When do people green the riverside? C．Why is the river important? D．What actions has the government taken? 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了滹沱河的历史、文化意义以及政府对其治理的成效。 1．推理判断题。通读第一段可知，此段介绍了滹沱河的历史、文化意义、交通作用等，由此可知作者通过列举事实引入主题。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“I liked catching fish best”可知，Wu Wenzhong小时候最喜欢的活动是抓鱼。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第五段“Now, there are more than 20 kinds of birds living around the river.”可知，如今的滹沱河周围有许多鸟类栖息。故选A。 4．词句猜测题。根据文章第四段“They keep an eye on the river to make sure it stays clean for the fish, birds and people who live nearby.”可知，他们监视着这条河流，以确保它能保持清澈，从而为鱼儿、鸟类以及附近居民提供良好的生存环境，“keep an eye on”意为“监视、照看”，与“watch over”同义。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。根据文章第四段“To remediate the river, the government has done a lot of things...”可知，本段主要回答“政府采取了哪些行动治理河流”。故选D。 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 期中复习之阅读理解12篇 When I was in Grade Eight, I was always under great study pressure. I had to do a lot of homework every day and take many exams. I didn’t have any time to relax and I even forgot what my hobbies were. As a result, I felt very tired all the time and my study grade was getting worse and worse. My teacher found my problem and had a talk with me. She told me that relaxation was not a waste of time and that I should learn to relax myself. She advised me to take up a hobby and take part in more outdoor activities. I thought about it for a long time and decided to take up swimming. I went swimming every Saturday afternoon. When I swam in the water, I felt all my pressure was gone. I also started to go for a walk in the park with my parents every evening. We talked about my school life and their work, which made me feel warm and relaxed. After a month, I felt much better. I was not as tired as before and I could focus more on my study. My study grades started to improve. I also found that I had more energy to do things I like. Now, I keep the habit of swimming and walking every week. I know that proper relaxation is the key to my study and life. It helps me keep healthy and study better. I believe that as long as we keep a balance between study and relaxation, we can live a happy and meaningful life. 1．The writer felt great study pressure when he was in ________. A．Grade Seven B．Grade Eight C．Grade Nine D．Grade Six 2．The writer’s study grade was getting worse because he ________. A．didn’t do his homework B．didn’t have time to relax C．took too many exams D．forgot how to study 3．The teacher advised the writer to ________. A．do more homework B．take more exams C．take up a hobby and do outdoor activities D．focus more on study 4．The writer chose ________ as his new hobby to relax himself. A．hiking B．running C．swimming D．walking 5．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The writer had much time to relax in Grade Eight at first. B．Swimming made the writer feel all his pressure was gone. C．The writer’s study grade didn’t improve after he started to relax. D．The writer doesn’t keep the habit of relaxing now. My name is Wang Lin. I’m an eighth-grade student in Guangzhou. Like many students, I was busy with my studies and felt stressed out before. I didn’t know how to relax, and I often stayed up late to do homework. Soon, I felt tired every day and even had a headache. My teacher found my problem and gave me some advice. She told me to relax after study and keep healthy. I followed her advice. Every afternoon after school, I spend 20 minutes listening to light music. It makes me feel relaxed. On weekends, I go for a walk with my parents or play badminton with my friends. I also change my living habits. I exercise every morning for 30 minutes. I eat vegetables and fruit every day and stop eating junk food. I go to bed at 9:00 every night and get up early. Now, I feel energetic every day. I can study better and I’m happier than before. I think everyone should learn to relax and keep healthy. It’s not only good for our body, but also good for our study. 根据语篇内容，选择最佳选项。 1．Why did Wang Lin feel tired every day before? A．She exercised too much. B．She ate too much junk food. C．She was busy and didn’t relax. 2．Who gave Wang Lin advice? A．Her teacher. B．Her parents. C．Her friends. 3．What does Wang Lin do to relax after school? A．Play badminton. B．Listen to light music. C．Go for a walk. 4．What healthy habit does Wang Lin have now? A．Staying up late. B．Eating junk food. C．Exercising every morning. 5．What can we learn from Wang Lin’s story? A．We should study all day. B．Relaxation and health are important. C．We don’t need to exercise. As Ginni Bazlinton reached Antarctica, she found herself greeted by a group of penguins. These gentle and lovely penguins welcomed her and started her unforgettable adventure. Ever since her childhood, Ginni, now 71, has had a deep love for travel. Throughout her career as a professional dancer, she toured in the UK, but always hoped to explore further and challenge herself. So after she retired (退休) and her sons flew the nest, she realized it was time to take the plunge. While travelling in Chile, she discovered she could buy a ship ticket to Antarctica at a very low price. “I just decided I wanted to go,” she says. “I had no idea about what I’d find there and I wasn’t nervous. I just wanted to do it. And I wanted to do it alone as I always prefer it that way.” In March 2008, Ginni got on a ship with another 48 passengers she’d never met before and began the journey towards Antarctica. “From seeing the wildlife to enjoying the sunrises, the whole experience was amazing,” Ginni says. “I remember the first time I saw a whale, it just rose out of the water like some prehistoric creatures (史前生物) and I thought it was smiling at us. You could still hear the musical sounds it was making underwater.” Ginni realized that Antarctica is a valuable land that needs to be respected and protected by humans. 1．Before retiring, Ginni Bazlinton ________. A．lived alone B．disliked travelling C．was a dancer D．reached Antarctica 2．The underlined phrase “take the plunge” in paragraph 2 means “________”. A．stick to dancing B．bring back memories C．give up dreams D．try challenging things 3．What made Ginni decide on the journey to Antarctica? A．Lovely penguins. B．A friend’s invitation. C．Beautiful sunrises. D．A cheap ship ticket. 4．How did Ginni feel about the whole journey? A．Disappointed. B．Amazed. C．Bored. D．Tired. 5．What would be the best title for the passage? A．Protecting Antarctica with Ginni B．Ginni’s Touch with Sea Animals C．Exploring the World with Ginni D．Ginni’s Journey to Antarctica The rise of AI doctors is not like something from science fiction anymore. It’s really happening now. In different parts of China, AI doctors are bringing big changes to the medical field. Last year, Beijing Children’s Hospital brought in the country’s first AI pediatrician (儿科医生). An 8-year-old boy had a sudden and serious illness. Thirteen top experts were trying hard to find the best treatment. At the same time, the AI doctor came up with a treatment plan and it was like the human doctors’ thoughts. In Shandong, a couple was very distressed when their child had a high fever. They decided to try DeepSeek before going to the hospital. After putting in the description of the illness, the AI said it was probably a bacterial infection (细菌感染 ) and suggested some medicine. When they went to the hospital, the doctor gave exactly the same medicine. Even in some villages of Jiangsu, AI doctors help patients know about their illnesses and make it easier for disabled people to move around in the hospital. All these examples show us two important things AI doctors can do. They can help top doctors make better choices and they can also make healthcare easier for everyone in the country. However, AI doctors need to make more improvements. As one doctor said, “AI doctors can give us ideas, but we still need the care given by humans.” 1．How does the writer describe the AI doctor’s role in Paragraph 2? A．By listing many numbers. B．By telling a real story. C．By asking some questions. D．By teaching a lesson. 2．What does the underlined word “distressed” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Bored. B．Relaxed. C．Excited. D．Worried. 3．What can we learn about AI doctors from the passage? A．AI doctors cannot offer help in the villages. B．AI doctors can help disabled people move around in the hospital. C．AI doctors are able to do everything for the patients. D．AI doctors don’t need improvements any more. 4．Which is the right structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2,…) A． B． C． D． 5．What is the passage mainly about? A．AI doctors are bringing changes to the medical field. B．AI doctors are causing problems in the medical field. C．AI doctors are taking the place of human doctors. D．AI doctors are helping sick children in villages. Nature is filled with a lot of wonders that amaze us. Let’s take Mount Qomolangma as an example. It is the highest mountain in the world. Its top is covered with thick snow all year round, and the air there is much thinner than that in low-lying areas. Climbers need strong bodies, warm clothes, and brave hearts to reach the top. Many people try, but only the best get there. There are also many other natural wonders. The Amazon Rainforest is one of the largest forests on Earth. It is home to many kinds of plants and animals. Bright parrots fly above tall trees, tiny frogs sit on green leaves, and lovely dolphins swim in the rivers. Some trees are so big that ten children holding hands cannot wrap (环绕) around them! Rivers like the Nile are longer and have a bigger influence on the land around them compared to many other rivers. People farm along the banks, build cities, and use the river to travel and trade. We explore nature because it is not only beautiful but also full of mysteries. By exploring, we can learn how nature works and why different natural wonders form. The knowledge helps us understand our planet better. We can also help protect animals and plants when we know more about them. Exploring teaches us to be careful, kind, and curious. So, let’s value these natural wonders. They are precious gifts from the earth. If we take good care of them, future kids can enjoy them too. Let’s keep our planet clean and safe for everyone! 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What does the underlined word “them” refer to in Paragraph 2? A．The children. B．The trees. C．The hands. D．The forests. 2．What is the main idea of the second paragraph? A．Rivers are important to the land. B．The Amazon Rainforest is very large. C．There are various amazing natural wonders. D．It’s our duty to protect natural wonders. 3．Which of the following is an opinion? A．The Nile is the longest river in the world. B．Natural wonders are precious gifts from the earth. C．Mount Qomolangma is the highest mountain in the world. D．The Amazon Rainforest is home to many plants and animals. 4．Why do we explore nature according to the text? A．To take photos. B．To make money. C．To find new places to live. D．To learn about nature’s wonders. 5．What is the writer’s purpose of writing this text? A．To describe something special on the earth. B．To encourage people to climb mountains and visit forests. C．To list the uses of rivers like the Nile for farming and trade. D．To introduce natural wonders and the importance of exploring nature. I’m Lucy. I’m a student. I don’t feel well today. I have a fever and a sore throat. The doctor says I have a cold. He tells me to stay at home and rest. I should drink a lot of water. I shouldn’t go to school or watch TV. I should take medicine on time. I hope I can get well soon. 根据短文内容，选择最佳答案。 1．What’s wrong with Lucy? A．She has a toothache. B．She has a cold. C．She has a stomachache. D．She has a backache. 2．What should Lucy do? A．Go to school. B．Watch TV. C．Stay at home and rest. D．Play outside. 3．Should Lucy drink a lot of water? A．Yes, she should. B．No, she shouldn’t. C．We don’t know. D．Yes, she can. 4．What shouldn’t Lucy do? A．Take medicine. B．Drink water. C．Go to school. D．Rest. 5．Does Lucy hope to get well soon? A．Yes, she is. B．Yes, she does. C．No, she isn’t. D．No, she doesn’t. Are you emotional? Do you often have strong feelings?How do you deal with bad emotions? We feel angry or unhappy about the things we did not achieve, about the things we cannot have,and many other things. It seems that everyone carries their own bad moods. But neither unhappiness nor anger can help us. Over time, they can be a heavy weight on our shoulders. These bad moods don't do anything good to us at all. So you might ask yourself —— is it possible to put down this heavy burden and give yourself a break? It is quite possible. Start by actually learning about your feelings. How do they get inside of us? Why do we carry them for so long instead of putting them down? Can we live without them? By thinking about our bad moods, we can find healthy ways to deal with them. Unhealthy behaviors are not the way to do this. They provide no relaxation. Instead, there are better ways to deal with them. One of the best ways is forgiveness. Forgiveness is a powerful tool. We should forgive ourselves first. We shouldn't keep bad moods inside. We must also forgive others who have made us unhappy or angry. This is not always easy. But when we learn to forgive ourselves, it becomes easier to forgive others as well. There is nothing good about carrying years of emotional burdens. By forgiving ourselves and others, we can abandon our burdens and feel better about ourselves. When you do this, you will start to feel a lot lighter. Years of heaviness will be magically lifted! You' ll start to feel like you have more energy and you' ll be much happier with your life. 1．How does the writer begin the text? A．By telling a story. B．By listing differences. C．By showing facts. D．By asking questions. 2．What should you do first to deal with the bad moods? A．Ask others questions. B．Study the moods. C．Try to live without them. D．Keep them in your mind. 3．What is a right way to deal with bad emotions according to the text? A．Forgiving ourselves and others. B．Keeping bad moods inside. C．Sharing bad moods with others. D．Finding good emotions to replace them. 4．What can we learn from the text? A．Unhappiness can sometimes encourage people to make progress. B．It's necessary to keep the feelings to yourself when you are busy. C．Forgive others first and then you can be full of energy and power. D．Bad emotions are normal but need to be dealt with in a proper way. 5．What is the best title for the text? A．How to Forgive Others B．How to Deal with Bad Emotions C．How to Forgive Our Own Mistakes D．How to Become an Energetic Person When mountains, rivers and something else block the view, you may wonder whether there is still a road ahead. Be positive. Chinese people will use two common sayings to tell you that there will always be a road ahead. One of the sayings comes from Chinese folk culture. It says, “When a carriage (马车) arrives in front of a mountain, there’s always a road ahead; when a boat reaches a bridge, it will naturally go straight.” The meaning here is that when you drive a carriage to a mountain, there must be a road you can take to go forward, and water currents(水流) will naturally straighten a boat when it goes to pass under a bridge. In more common language: Don’t worry about what’s going to happen in the future; things will work themselves out. The second saying is from two lines from a poem written by Lu You, a great Southern Song Dynasty historian and poet. The two lines are translated as “Mountains roll beyond mountains, and streams (小河) double back to streams. I doubt if there’s still a road and then, with shady willows and bright flowers, another village suddenly appears ahead.” In easier language: Don’t lose hope, and there’s always a way. These popular expressions are often used to encourage people to face the world calmly during difficult times. There is a Western saying that follows the same idea, “When God closes one door, he opens a window.” 1．How does the writer explain his idea of being positive? A．By describing mountains and rivers. B．By telling some common sayings. C．By introducing a book by Lu You. D．By showing some famous Western sayings. 2．What is the writer’s purpose of writing the third paragraph? A．To explain the meaning of the first saying. B．To show the importance of the first saying. C．To encourage people to be confident. D．To introduce the benefits of being positive. 3．Which of the following idioms has the similar meaning to the two lines by Lu You? A．山高路远 B．山穷水尽 C．跋山涉水 D．峰回路转 4．What would be the best structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 5．What is the writing purpose of the passage? A．To introduce some famous sayings. B．To explain the cultural differences. C．To show courage leads to success D．To encourage people to be positive in the face of trouble. Growing up is a natural process. As we grow, our bodies and minds change a lot. For many teenagers, these changes can make them feel worried or confused. When you enter your teenage years, your body starts to grow faster. You may get taller, your voice may change, and you may gain weight. These are all normal changes. It’s important to eat healthy food and do more exercise during this time. Vegetables, fruit and milk are good for your body. You should also sleep at least 8 hours every night. Your mind also changes. You may start to think more about yourself and your future. You may have more opinions and want to make your own decisions. It’s good to talk to your parents or teachers when you have problems. They can give you good advice. Remember, everyone grows at their own pace. Don’t worry if you are not like your friends. Be proud of your own growth. 1．What may make teenagers feel worried or confused? A．The changes in their bodies and minds. B．Eating too much junk food. C．Not getting enough sleep. D．Having too much homework. 2．What is NOT a normal body change during teenage years? A．Getting taller. B．Voice changing. C．Gaining weight. D．Losing all hair. 3．How many hours should teenagers sleep every night at least? A．7 hours B．8 hours C．9 hours D．10 hours 4．What should teenagers do when they have problems? A．Keep it to themselves. B．Talk to their parents or teachers. C．Argue with their friends. D．Play computer games all day. 5．What does the underlined phrase “at their own pace” mean? A．按照自己的节奏 B．和别人一样快 C．慢慢吞吞 D．加速成长 Last weekend, I went camping after a long time of tiring work. The trip let me enjoy the clear lake and beautiful views in the forest. I felt the difference at once. I relaxed. I came home feeling rested. Going camping became a way to reduce the worry in my life. I not only got a nice weekend, but also experienced the benefits of nature, which was good for my mental health. Research has found that as few as five minutes in nature can be helpful for people to reduce worry and feel happier. This means that we can get relaxed and feel better from stepping outside right away. Even though sometimes we are unable to put our whole body and mind into nature, we can still find chances to relax in nature. We can take a five-minute break in a small park near our house or take a moment to sit under a big tree. We'll find them useful. Our better feelings in later life can demonstrate the active influence of nature. Besides simply spending more time outdoors, think about how we can enjoy nature even if we are too busy. Listen to recorded bird songs or rainstorms instead of music. Bring green plants or pictures of natural beauty into our home. Although bringing nature indoors is quite different from a real outdoor experience, we can still feel nature and experience better feelings. Being in nature doesn’t ask anything of us. Slow down, go outside, and notice what’s around us. Listen, touch and smell, and we will really notice the benefit in our emotions. 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What did the writer do last weekend? A．The writer went camping. B．The writer went shopping. C．The writer went skating. D．The writer went boating. 2．Why does the writer mention the research in Paragraph 2? A．To introduce the trip at the weekend. B．To show the benefits of being outdoors. C．To give an example of the wonderful nature. D．To tell us to be relaxed. 3．What does the underlined word “demonstrate” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Improve. B．Give. C．Show. D．Decide. 4．What can help people feel better according to the writer? A．Putting plants at home. B．Listening to rock music. C．Taking pictures of houses. D．Sharing outdoor experiences. 5．What is the writer’s purpose of writing this passage? A．To describe personal worry about nature. B．To share a story about nature with us. C．To encourage us to get close to nature. D．To ask us to enjoy a slow and peaceful life. As we often use eyes to see 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 capture just the sound of one animal, 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 had its own place on the picture—its own notes in the music. The busier the picture is, the richer the life is 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 sources (来源) of our lives, which may hold the secrets of love for all  things, especially our own humanity.” But not everything is pleasant. When Peter began recording over forty years ago, he could record for ten hours and get only one hour of usable material that is 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 nature. 2．What does the underlined word “capture” in paragraph  2 mean? A．Shut. B．Catch. C．Touch. D．Check. 3．What is a sound picture according to the passage? 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. 4．What can we learn from paragraph 4? A．Recording sounds needs less time. B．Sound pictures are the same as before. C．Some beautiful sounds in nature are lost. D．Human activities improve recording results. 5．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. The Hutuo River is the mother river of Shijiazhuang, the capital city of Hebei. The Hutuo River is famous for its rich history and cultural meaning. It has been important for transportation (交通) for centuries and has played an important part in the development of the area. The river has also been the subject of many poems and works of art in history. However, about 20 years ago, it was dirty and almost dried up. Thanks to the government’s work, it has become much cleaner. Wu Wenzhong, a 58-year-old villager, lives near the river. “My friends and I often played with water, swam and caught fish in it when I was a child. I liked catching fish best,” he said. He remembers that the villagers had to cross the river by boat at that time. But as time passed by, it got dirty and started to dry up. To remediate (治理) the river, the government has done a lot of things. They clean the river up and build levees (防洪堤). They plant trees, grass and flowers to green the riverside. They build up fences (防护栏) and put up “No Swimming” signs along the river to protect people. They stop factories from putting waste water into the river. They keep an eye on the river to make sure it stays clean for the fish, birds and people who live nearby. They also have a long-term plan to keep the river in good condition. Now, there are more than 20 kinds of birds living around the river. It becomes a home for birds again. People can enjoy a day outdoors with the beauty of nature along the river. Wu and other villagers are happy to see the river looking good again. The Hutuo River’s story shows that when people work together to take care of nature, good things can happen. 1．How does the writer introduce the subject in Paragraph 1? A．By giving examples. B．By giving facts. C．By asking questions. D．By quoting (引用) a famous poem. 2．What was Wu Wenzhong’s favourite activity when he was a child? A．Boating. B．Swimming. C．Planting trees. D．Catching fish. 3．What do we know about today’s Hutuo River? A．Many birds live around it. B．Factories get water from it. C．It’s still in bad condition. D．Villagers can have fun swimming in it. 4．What does “keep an eye on” mean in Paragraph 4? A．see off B．watch over C．find out D．look for 5．Which question does Paragraph 4 mainly answer? A．How does the river look now? B．When do people green the riverside? C．Why is the river important? 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