期中复习之阅读回答问题12篇（Units1-4单元话题）-2025-2026学年八年级英语下学期期中复习冲刺满分（沪教版）

期中复习之阅读回答问题12篇 （Units1-4单元话题） 单元 单元话题 Unit 1 Helping those in need 志愿活动 Unit 2 Body language 肢体语言 Unit 3 Comics and animation 动漫与动画 Unit 4 Arts and heritage 文化遗产 本资料共12篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应3篇单元话题专题训练 阅读短文，然后根据内容回答问题。 For most of us, watching a movie is a pretty common thing to do. But for the blind people who can’t see, it can be very difficult. In Kunming, Yunnan Province, there is a very special theater, Xin Deng Theater (心灯影院). It’s blind-friendly. More than 5,000 volunteers help at the Xin Deng Theater on weekends. Most of them are university students. Their job is to narrate (讲述) films to blind moviegoers. Before working, volunteers will learn how to tell of a film. Every Saturday, volunteers will come to the bus stop to pick up the blind and take them to the Xin Deng Theater. Then all the blind will sit down to enjoy a movie together. When the movie begins, a volunteer will give lively narrations. He describes what is happening on the screen, including facial expressions (面部表情), the background and even the clothing. With the help of the narrator, the blind immerse (沉浸) themselves in the movie. They laugh when something funny happens and sigh (叹气) during sad situations. Volunteers at the Xin Deng Theater help blind moviegoers better enjoy their theater trips. Yifan, one of the volunteers, has narrated more than 20 movies. “I could feel they were enjoying the film. I was so glad that my volunteer work could bring enjoyment to them,” he said. “I felt as though I was shining a light on their lives.” 1．Why is Xin Deng Theater special? 2．How many volunteers help at Xin Deng Theater? 3．How do the volunteers help the blind enjoy the movie? 4．What do you think of the volunteers’ work? What did you do to help others? Write 30 words or more. My name is Ann. I would like to share my volunteering experience in Sue Ryder. I worked as a volunteer in 2013 because I wanted to do something to help others. I called some charity shops (慈善商店) to ask if they needed volunteers. Although I didn’t mind where I volunteered, I was pleased that one of the Sue Ryder shops said yes. Sue Ryder was a charity very close to my heart because volunteers from Sue Ryder once cared for my dad in the hospital. Volunteering in the shop helped me know what shop work was like, and I was surprised to find how much I really enjoyed doing it. I also found how important the public (民众) were. Lots of people gave us things they didn’t need for the shops to sell. In this way Sue Ryder raised money to care for people with life-changing illness. I always left the charity shop late, because I knew how important the work of Sue Ryder was. Another thing I enjoyed about volunteering was talking with other volunteers in the shop. They were friendly and helpful. I really improved my teamwork skills by volunteering. I worked in the shop from late April to early August. I learned many things from it and I’m sure they will be useful in the future. 1．This article is mainly about 2．Why did Ann work in one of the Sue Ryder shops in 2013? 3．Why does Ann say, “Sue Ryder was a charity very close to my heart”? 4．What did Ann know by volunteering in the shop? (一条即可) 5．What are you going to do if you are a volunteer? 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Volunteering in your neighborhood gives you a chance to give back. You’ll feel happy that you are volunteering your time. Teamwork makes the dream work. Working well with others is one of the important qualities (品质) that make a good volunteer. The best volunteers always work comfortably in ever-changing teams with people from all walks of life. They can take on both the leader (领导) and the follower roles in teamwork at different times. Patience is also one of the most important qualities of a good volunteer, because most charities and organizations may not always move as quickly as we think. It’s important to find volunteers who are glad to be patient and keep doing something. Many volunteer roles are physically and mentally exhausting (使身心俱疲的) , so make sure your team is ready to do something. Some roles will be more physical than others. It is important to tell the volunteers about that. Don’t forget that one of the surprising good things of volunteering is that it’s good for both physical and mental health. Volunteers must step out of their comfort zone (舒适区) as they learn new skills and face new problems. They may also be volunteering with vulnerable (脆弱的) members who have experienced a difficult situation. So, it’s important to find volunteers who are kind and do well in their work. An understanding volunteer will play an important part in your team. 1．What roles can volunteers take on in teamwork at different times? 2．Why is patience important for volunteers? 3．What is the good thing of volunteering mentioned in Paragraph 4? 4．What qualities do volunteers need if they work with the vulnerable members? 5．Would you like to be a volunteer? Why or why not? 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答问题。 Do you know sign language? It is a way of communicating by using hands, faces, and bodies. It helps deaf (聋的) or hard-of-hearing people share their thoughts and feelings easily. There are over 300 different sign languages around the world. Just like spoken languages, each country has its own special way of signing. Sign language has a long history. Historical records show that deaf people used simple hand signs in ancient times. Known as the “Father of the Deaf”, the Frenchman Charles-Michel de l’Épée played a key role in developing sign language. He opened the world’s first free public school for deaf children. He collected these children’s home signs and made the first sign language dictionary. His ideas later influenced the development of deaf education and sign languages in many countries. Sign language is more than just a way to communicate. It serves as a bridge to connect people. Every year on 23rd September, we celebrate the International Day of Sign Languages to show the importance of sign language. Today, we can see sign language on TV, in schools, and even in hospitals. Even if we’re not deaf, learning sign language can help us make new friends and communicate with deaf people. In short, sign language is a powerful communication tool. Why not try learning it? It can open up a new world for us and help us connect with more people. 1．How do deaf people communicate through sign language? 2．How many different sign languages are there in the world? 3．What did Charles-Michel de l’Épée do to develop sign language? (Give two examples.) 4．When is the International Day of Sign Languages? 5．Do you want to learn sign language? Why? 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答下列问题。 Do you use hand gestures when you talk? Do you open your mouth and eyes wide when you are surprised? These are all examples of body language. How important can it be? Body language does not use words. It uses the movement or position of your body to show certain meanings. According to American scientist Edward T. Hall, in a conversation between two people, 65% of communication is body language. In some cases, you even express yourself without words. For example, if your friend asks you to join him in a picnic, you will give him an “OK” gesture to say “Yes, sounds great!”. Sometimes your words say one thing, but your body language says another. You may do things unconsciously (无意识地), like touching your face while telling a lie. In different cultures, the same body language means different things. In the US, making eye contact with someone means you are interested in what the person is saying. In some Asian countries, it is rude to look into a person’s eyes during a conversation. Sometimes, different body language expresses the same meaning. Take “hello” for example. French people kiss on the cheeks (脸颊) to say hello. Japanese people bow. Maoris in New Zealand, however, touch noses in greeting. In a word, body language is important in daily life. Understanding this language helps you to communicate better with others. 1．What does body language use to show meanings? 2．Do our words and body language always say the same thing? 3．What does an American mean if he makes eye contact with someone? 4．How many ways of saying hello are mentioned in this passage?   5．What do you think of body language? Why? Do you know how people send messages to each other? Scientists say only 35% of our communication is done through spoken language. The other 65% is done through body language. It is natural for us to use our body to share our thoughts and feelings. Some of the ways of body language are the same all over the world. For example, smiling may be the easiest body language. People understand its meaning without thinking. So it is good to smile when we meet people. But the meaning of some body language changes from one culture to another. Most people move their heads up and down to mean “yes” and side to side to mean “no”. You may think these have the same meaning all over the world. However, in some countries, such as Sri Lanka and Nepal, they have the opposite meanings. People move their heads side to side to mean “yes” and up and down means “no”. As we have looked at some examples, there are many kinds of body language and they may be different from one culture to another. If we don’t understand them, we may make mistakes. The best advice is to watch what other people do and follow them. 1．According to scientists, how is 65% of our communication done? 2．What does the underlined word “its” in the second paragraph refer to? 3．In some places, shaking their heads means “No”. Give two examples of these countries. 4．Is it necessary for us to understand the difference of body language? 5．What is the best suggestion when we are in a foreign culture? 在“漫画与动画对我们生活的影响”主题班会上，老师和同学们进行了讨论。请从下列文章中提炼一些关键信息，为本次主题活动的介绍做准备。 How Comics and Animation Change Our Lives Comics and animation influence our lives in many positive and practical ways.   They can inspire future careers. Some engineers today say they chose their job because they were interested in technology in sci-fi animations. Many artists started their journey by copying characters from their favourite comics. Even writers, designers, and programmers often find their first creative ideas from the stories and worlds in these art forms. This early inspiration can guide their studies and hobbies towards a future job.   They are also powerful learning tools. Educational comics make subjects like science or history fun. Some teachers use short animations to explain difficult ideas in class. For example, a cartoon about the water cycle can help students remember the steps more easily than just reading a textbook. These materials turn learning into a lively experience. Moreover, they help build communities. Fans meet online or at comic fairs to share their hobbies. They make friends, exchange ideas, and even create fan art together.   However, it’s important to keep a balance. Enjoying comics and animation is great, but too much screen time may affect our eye health and sleep. Remember to take breaks and enjoy other activities too. 1．What can comics and animation inspire in people? 2．How do many artists start creating? 3．Which subjects can educational comics make learning fun? 4．Where do fans meet to share their hobbies? 5．What should you remember to do while enjoying animations? 阅读短文，然后根据内容回答问题。 Here are some of the most popular Walt Disney characters. Do you know them? Mickey Mouse Mickey Mouse is one of the most famous cartoon characters among kids around the world. He first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie. He is popular mainly because he always tries to face any danger though he is like a common man. Donald Duck Donald Duck first appeared in the cartoon The Wise Little Hen in 1934. He is a white duck with a yellow-orange bill (喙) and big yellow-orange feet. Donald is known for his bad temper (脾气). He appears in more films than any other Disney character. Goofy Goofy is a dog and is one of Mickey Mouse’s best friends. Goofy is often shown as having little or no intelligence. But sometimes, Goofy is shown as a smart dog, though in his special way. Pluto Pluto is Mickey Mouse’s pet dog. Different from Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy, Pluto is not dressed as a human. 1．Which cartoon did Mickey Mouse appear in first?    2．What does Donald Duck look like?         　 3．What’s the difference between Pluto and the other three characters?     　 4．Which Chinese cartoon do you like most? Why? Write 30 words or more. 阅读短文，根据短文内容回答下列问题。 When people say “culture”, we think of art and history. But one very famous symbol in American culture is a cartoon. We all know and love the black mouse with two large round ears-Mickey Mouse. Over 80 years ago, he first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie. When this cartoon came out in New York on November 18,1928, it was the first cartoon with sound and music. The man behind Mickey was Walt Disney. He became very rich and successful. In the 1930s, he made 87 cartoons with Mickey. Some people might ask how this cartoon animal became so popular. One of the main reasons is that Mickey was like a common man, but he always tried to face any danger. In his early films, Mickey was unlucky and had many problems such as losing his house or girlfriend, Minnie. However, he was always ready to try his best. People went to the cinema to see the “little man” win. Most of them wanted to be like Mickey. On November 18,1978, Mickey became the first cartoon character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Today’s cartoons are usually not so simple as little Mickey Mouse, but everyone still knows and loves him. Who has a pair of cars more famous than Mickey’s? 1．What is Mickey Mouse a symbol of? 2．What does Mickey look like? 3．Do you think Walt Disney is a smart man? Why or why not? 4．Why did people want to be like Mickey? 5．Please think of another cartoon character that is as famous as Mickey. Some bright sparks (火花) light up the night sky, creating a fantastic rain of flowers. This exciting performance is Striking Iron Flower (打铁花). It is a traditional folk art form, and it has been around for more than 1,000 years in China. It is deeply rooted (根植) in traditional Chinese culture. Striking Iron Flower usually takes place during important festivals such as the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival. People get together to watch this wonderful performance. The blooming (盛放的) sparks are seen as bright symbols of happiness and good wishes. Striking Iron Flower is a highly skilled performance. To begin with, the performers put waste iron in a big oven. Then, they heat the iron at a very high temperature until it becomes liquid (液体). Finally, they use special tools to splash (泼洒) the liquid iron into the air. When the liquid iron meets the cold air, it will turn into beautiful sparks. The performer must have strong arms and excellent skills. At the same time, performing this art also calls for great courage to make sure every movement is precise (精确的). It shows the spirit of Chinese working people. Nowadays, more and more young people are getting interested in it and learning about the skills. Many of them have joined local folk art clubs to learn from experienced masters. They also use social media to share videos of their performances. 根据语篇内容，按要求回答问题。 1．How long has Striking Iron Flower been around in China? 2．What are the blooming sparks seen as? 3．How many steps does Striking Iron Flower include? 4．What does a performer need to perform Striking Iron Flower? (不超过15词) 5．Write an ending sentence for the passage. (不超过15词) “No print, no year” is a well-known saying in Suzhou, Jiangsu province. The “print” here means Taohuawu Woodblock New Year Prints, a special kind of nianhua, or New Year pictures. One of its inheritors (继承人), Sun Yibo, has worked on Taohuawu prints for over 20 years. “Though seen as a kind of nianhua, Taohuawu Prints not only show the traditional pictures, such as menshen (door gods), flowers and birds,” said Sun. “To keep the traditional craft alive, artists now also choose themes from popular culture, like games and films.” Such rich themes also mean difficult steps. To make a woodblock New Year picture, artists need to draw the draft (草稿), carve it on different blocks and then make the prints one by one on paper. “Each woodblock New Year picture follows the ‘one color on one carved block’ rule and is made with the colors printed on top of each other,” explained Sun. “How many blocks are needed for a picture? It depends on how many colors there are in the picture. One picture comes from at least two blocks.” However, getting the right color on the block is never easy. Sun said that when he made a woodblock New Year picture, he printed and adjusted (调节) each color block more than 100 times to get the right look. Even so, Sun and other inheritors are finding ways to pass down this traditional culture. “We have exhibitions (展览) and courses at a college in Suzhou. Students who are interested in the exhibitions can learn this skill in class,” said Sun. 1．How long has Sun Yibo worked on Taohuawu Prints? 2．What new themes do the prints now show? 3．How many steps are there in making a woodblock New Year picture? 4．Why did Sun print and adjust each color block more than 100 times? 5．According to the passage, why is Taohuawu Woodblock New Year Prints still popular today? 请认真阅读下面的短文，并根据短文内容回答问题。 Fengxiang clay figurines are a well-known form of traditional Chinese folk art from Fengxiang County, Shaanxi Province. With a history of thousands of years—dating back to the Neolithic Age, these vivid and colorful sculptures are not only works of art but also an important symbol of Shaanxi’s rich culture, deeply loved by people both at home and abroad. In the early days, local people used clay to make simple daily tools and objects for worship. As pottery-making skills continued to develop, the art of clay figurine-making slowly took shape. It finally reached its golden age during the Ming and Qing dynasties, becoming popular among common people and widely used in festivals, weddings and other important events to bring joy and good wishes. Their production process is complex and needs great patience. First, artisans choose high-quality local clay. Next, they knead, pound and filter it to take out impurities (杂质). Then, they shape the clay into lively forms like tigers and historical characters by hand or simple tools. After that, the shaped clay goes through natural drying and high-temperature firing. Finally, the most important step—painting—is carried out, with bold, bright colors to create strong visual contrast. These clay figurines carry deep cultural meanings. For example, tiger-shaped figurines are believed to drive off evil spirits and bring good luck to families. To protect this valuable traditional art, the local government has set up training centres to teach young people the making skills, while some young artisans are trying new things through mixing traditional styles with modern designs to attract more young people. 1．Where are Fengxiang clay figurines from? 2．When did Fengxiang clay figurines enter their golden age? 3．How many steps are required to make Fengxiang clay figurines? 4．What does the local government do to protect Fengxiang clay figurines? 5．How can you keep traditional arts like Fengxiang clay figurines alive? （自拟一句话回答） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 期中复习之阅读回答问题12篇 （Units1-4单元话题） 单元 单元话题 Unit 1 Helping those in need 志愿活动 Unit 2 Body language 肢体语言 Unit 3 Comics and animation 动漫与动画 Unit 4 Arts and heritage 文化遗产 本资料共12篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应3篇单元话题专题训练 阅读短文，然后根据内容回答问题。 For most of us, watching a movie is a pretty common thing to do. But for the blind people who can’t see, it can be very difficult. In Kunming, Yunnan Province, there is a very special theater, Xin Deng Theater (心灯影院). It’s blind-friendly. More than 5,000 volunteers help at the Xin Deng Theater on weekends. Most of them are university students. Their job is to narrate (讲述) films to blind moviegoers. Before working, volunteers will learn how to tell of a film. Every Saturday, volunteers will come to the bus stop to pick up the blind and take them to the Xin Deng Theater. Then all the blind will sit down to enjoy a movie together. When the movie begins, a volunteer will give lively narrations. He describes what is happening on the screen, including facial expressions (面部表情), the background and even the clothing. With the help of the narrator, the blind immerse (沉浸) themselves in the movie. They laugh when something funny happens and sigh (叹气) during sad situations. Volunteers at the Xin Deng Theater help blind moviegoers better enjoy their theater trips. Yifan, one of the volunteers, has narrated more than 20 movies. “I could feel they were enjoying the film. I was so glad that my volunteer work could bring enjoyment to them,” he said. “I felt as though I was shining a light on their lives.” 1．Why is Xin Deng Theater special? 2．How many volunteers help at Xin Deng Theater? 3．How do the volunteers help the blind enjoy the movie? 4．What do you think of the volunteers’ work? What did you do to help others? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．Because it’s blind-friendly. 2．More than 5,000 volunteers. 3．By narrating films to blind moviegoers./By giving lively narrations. 4．It is meaningful and helpful. One day, I saw an old woman crossing the street. I helped her and took her to her home. She was very happy and thanked me. 【导语】本文主要介绍了云南昆明的心灯影院如何通过志愿者的帮助让盲人也能享受观影乐趣。 1．根据“In Kunming, Yunnan Province, there is a very special theater, Xin Deng Theater (心灯影院). It’s blind-friendly.”可知，心灯影院的特殊之处在于它为盲人提供了便利。故填Because it’s blind-friendly. 2．根据“More than 5,000 volunteers help at the Xin Deng Theater on weekends.”可知，志愿者数量超过5000人。故填More than 5,000 volunteers. 3．根据“When the movie begins, a volunteer will give lively narrations. He describes what is happening on the screen, including facial expressions (面部表情), the background and even the clothing.”可知，志愿者通过描述电影内容帮助盲人理解。故填By narrating films to blind moviegoers./By giving lively narrations. 4．开放性试题，回答言之有理即可。参考答案为It is meaningful and helpful. One day, I saw an old woman crossing the street. I helped her and took her to her home. She was very happy and thanked me. My name is Ann. I would like to share my volunteering experience in Sue Ryder. I worked as a volunteer in 2013 because I wanted to do something to help others. I called some charity shops (慈善商店) to ask if they needed volunteers. Although I didn’t mind where I volunteered, I was pleased that one of the Sue Ryder shops said yes. Sue Ryder was a charity very close to my heart because volunteers from Sue Ryder once cared for my dad in the hospital. Volunteering in the shop helped me know what shop work was like, and I was surprised to find how much I really enjoyed doing it. I also found how important the public (民众) were. Lots of people gave us things they didn’t need for the shops to sell. In this way Sue Ryder raised money to care for people with life-changing illness. I always left the charity shop late, because I knew how important the work of Sue Ryder was. Another thing I enjoyed about volunteering was talking with other volunteers in the shop. They were friendly and helpful. I really improved my teamwork skills by volunteering. I worked in the shop from late April to early August. I learned many things from it and I’m sure they will be useful in the future. 1．This article is mainly about 2．Why did Ann work in one of the Sue Ryder shops in 2013? 3．Why does Ann say, “Sue Ryder was a charity very close to my heart”? 4．What did Ann know by volunteering in the shop? (一条即可) 5．What are you going to do if you are a volunteer? 【答案】1．Ann’s volunteering experience in Sue Ryder. 2．Because she wanted to do something to help others. 3．Because volunteers from Sue Ryder once cared for her dad in the hospital. 4．What the shop work was like. 5．I’m going to clean up the city park. 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了Ann在Sue Ryder慈善商店的志愿者经历及其收获。 1．根据文章第1段“I would like to share my volunteering experience in Sue Ryder”可知，文章主要描述Ann在Sue Ryder的志愿者经历。故填Ann’s volunteering experience in Sue Ryder. 2．根据文章第1段“I worked as a volunteer in 2013 because I wanted to do something to help others”可知，Ann成为志愿者的目的是帮助他人。故填Because she wanted to do something to help others. 3．根据文章第1段“Sue Ryder was a charity very close to my heart because volunteers from Sue Ryder once cared for my dad in the hospital”可知，Sue Ryder曾帮助她的父亲，因此对她意义特殊。故填Because volunteers from Sue Ryder once cared for her dad in the hospital. 4．根据文章第2段“Volunteering in the shop helped me know what shop work was like”可知，她通过志愿活动了解了商店工作的内容。故填What the shop work was like. 5．开放性作答，结合实际，言之有理即可。参考答案为I’m going to clean up the city park. 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Volunteering in your neighborhood gives you a chance to give back. You’ll feel happy that you are volunteering your time. Teamwork makes the dream work. Working well with others is one of the important qualities (品质) that make a good volunteer. The best volunteers always work comfortably in ever-changing teams with people from all walks of life. They can take on both the leader (领导) and the follower roles in teamwork at different times. Patience is also one of the most important qualities of a good volunteer, because most charities and organizations may not always move as quickly as we think. It’s important to find volunteers who are glad to be patient and keep doing something. Many volunteer roles are physically and mentally exhausting (使身心俱疲的) , so make sure your team is ready to do something. Some roles will be more physical than others. It is important to tell the volunteers about that. Don’t forget that one of the surprising good things of volunteering is that it’s good for both physical and mental health. Volunteers must step out of their comfort zone (舒适区) as they learn new skills and face new problems. They may also be volunteering with vulnerable (脆弱的) members who have experienced a difficult situation. So, it’s important to find volunteers who are kind and do well in their work. An understanding volunteer will play an important part in your team. 1．What roles can volunteers take on in teamwork at different times? 2．Why is patience important for volunteers? 3．What is the good thing of volunteering mentioned in Paragraph 4? 4．What qualities do volunteers need if they work with the vulnerable members? 5．Would you like to be a volunteer? Why or why not? 【答案】1．The leader’s role and the follower’s role. 2．Because most charities and organizations may not always move as quickly as we think. 3．It’s good for both physical and mental health. 4．Volunteers need to be kind and do well in their work. 5．Yes, I’d like to. Because I like to help others and make my life more meaningful. 【导语】文章讲述了团队协作对于志愿工作的重要性，并介绍了如何成为一名志愿者。 1．根据“They can take on both the leader (领导) and the follower roles in teamwork at different times.”可知，在团队合作中，他们可以在不同的时间同时扮演领导者和追随者的角色。故填The leader’s role and the follower’s role. 2．根据“Patience is also one of the most important qualities of a good volunteer, because most charities and organizations may not always move as quickly as we think.”可知，耐心也是一名优秀志愿者最重要的品质之一，因为大多数慈善机构和组织可能并不总是像我们想象的那样迅速行动。故填Because most charities and organizations may not always move as quickly as we think. 3．根据“Don’t forget that one of the surprising good things of volunteering is that it’s good for both physical and mental health.”可知，志愿服务令人惊讶的好处之一是它对身心健康都有好处。故填It’s good for both physical and mental health. 4．根据“So, it’s important to find volunteers who are kind and do well in their work.”可知，找到善良、工作出色的志愿者是很重要的。故填Volunteers need to be kind and do well in their work. 5．开放性习题，言之有理即可。参考答案为Yes, I’d like to. Because I like to help others and make my life more meaningful. 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答问题。 Do you know sign language? It is a way of communicating by using hands, faces, and bodies. It helps deaf (聋的) or hard-of-hearing people share their thoughts and feelings easily. There are over 300 different sign languages around the world. Just like spoken languages, each country has its own special way of signing. Sign language has a long history. Historical records show that deaf people used simple hand signs in ancient times. Known as the “Father of the Deaf”, the Frenchman Charles-Michel de l’Épée played a key role in developing sign language. He opened the world’s first free public school for deaf children. He collected these children’s home signs and made the first sign language dictionary. His ideas later influenced the development of deaf education and sign languages in many countries. Sign language is more than just a way to communicate. It serves as a bridge to connect people. Every year on 23rd September, we celebrate the International Day of Sign Languages to show the importance of sign language. Today, we can see sign language on TV, in schools, and even in hospitals. Even if we’re not deaf, learning sign language can help us make new friends and communicate with deaf people. In short, sign language is a powerful communication tool. Why not try learning it? It can open up a new world for us and help us connect with more people. 1．How do deaf people communicate through sign language? 2．How many different sign languages are there in the world? 3．What did Charles-Michel de l’Épée do to develop sign language? (Give two examples.) 4．When is the International Day of Sign Languages? 5．Do you want to learn sign language? Why? 【答案】1．By using hands, faces, and bodies. 2．Over 300. 3．He opened the world’s first free public school for deaf children and made the first sign language dictionary. 4．On 23rd September. 5．Yes, I do. Because it can help me communicate with deaf people, make new friends, and open up a new world for me. 【导语】本文章介绍了手语的定义、历史与发展，强调了手语作为交流桥梁的作用，并通过国际手语日的设立凸显其重要性，最终呼吁人们学习手语，以更好地与聋人交流、连接世界。 1．根据“It is a way of communicating by using hands, faces, and bodies.”可知，聋人通过使用手、面部和身体来进行交流的方式。故填By using hands, faces, and bodies. 2．根据“There are over 300 different sign languages around the world.”可知，全球有超过300种不同的手语。故填Over 300. 3．根据“He opened the world’s first free public school for deaf children. He collected these children’s home signs and made the first sign language dictionary.”可知，他创办了世界上第一所面向聋童的免费公立学校，他还收集了这些孩子的手语符号，并编纂了第一本手语词典。故填He opened the world’s first free public school for deaf children and made the first sign language dictionary.（任答两点即可） 4．根据“Every year on 23rd September, we celebrate the International Day of Sign Languages to show the importance of sign language.”可知，每年9月23日是国际手语日。故填On 23rd September. 5．此题为开放性试题，言之有理即可。参考答案为：Yes, I do. Because it can help me communicate with deaf people, make new friends, and open up a new world for me. 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答下列问题。 Do you use hand gestures when you talk? Do you open your mouth and eyes wide when you are surprised? These are all examples of body language. How important can it be? Body language does not use words. It uses the movement or position of your body to show certain meanings. According to American scientist Edward T. Hall, in a conversation between two people, 65% of communication is body language. In some cases, you even express yourself without words. For example, if your friend asks you to join him in a picnic, you will give him an “OK” gesture to say “Yes, sounds great!”. Sometimes your words say one thing, but your body language says another. You may do things unconsciously (无意识地), like touching your face while telling a lie. In different cultures, the same body language means different things. In the US, making eye contact with someone means you are interested in what the person is saying. In some Asian countries, it is rude to look into a person’s eyes during a conversation. Sometimes, different body language expresses the same meaning. Take “hello” for example. French people kiss on the cheeks (脸颊) to say hello. Japanese people bow. Maoris in New Zealand, however, touch noses in greeting. In a word, body language is important in daily life. Understanding this language helps you to communicate better with others. 1．What does body language use to show meanings? 2．Do our words and body language always say the same thing? 3．What does an American mean if he makes eye contact with someone? 4．How many ways of saying hello are mentioned in this passage?   5．What do you think of body language? Why? 【答案】1．The movement or position of our body. 2．No, they don’t. 3．He is interested in what the person is saying. 4．Three ways. 5．It’s useful. It helps people better understand each other. 【导语】本文主要介绍了肢体语言。 1．根据“Body language does not use words. It uses the movement or position of your body to show certain meanings.”可知，肢体语言不使用语言，通过使用你身体的动作或位置来表达某些含义。故填The movement or position of our body. 2．根据“Sometimes your words say one thing, but your body language says another.”可知，话语和肢体语言不总是表达同样内容，此处应作否定回答。故填No, they don’t. 3．根据“In the US, making eye contact with someone means you are interested in what the person is saying.”可知，如果一个美国人和某人有眼神接触，那意味着他对这个人说的话感兴趣。故填He is interested in what the person is saying. 4．根据“French people kiss on the cheeks (脸颊) to say hello. Japanese people bow. Maoris in New Zealand, however, touch noses in greeting.”可知，一共提到了三种问候方式。故填Three ways. 5．开放性试题，言之有理即可。参考答案为：It’s useful. It helps people better understand each other. Do you know how people send messages to each other? Scientists say only 35% of our communication is done through spoken language. The other 65% is done through body language. It is natural for us to use our body to share our thoughts and feelings. Some of the ways of body language are the same all over the world. For example, smiling may be the easiest body language. People understand its meaning without thinking. So it is good to smile when we meet people. But the meaning of some body language changes from one culture to another. Most people move their heads up and down to mean “yes” and side to side to mean “no”. You may think these have the same meaning all over the world. However, in some countries, such as Sri Lanka and Nepal, they have the opposite meanings. People move their heads side to side to mean “yes” and up and down means “no”. As we have looked at some examples, there are many kinds of body language and they may be different from one culture to another. If we don’t understand them, we may make mistakes. The best advice is to watch what other people do and follow them. 1．According to scientists, how is 65% of our communication done? 2．What does the underlined word “its” in the second paragraph refer to? 3．In some places, shaking their heads means “No”. Give two examples of these countries. 4．Is it necessary for us to understand the difference of body language? 5．What is the best suggestion when we are in a foreign culture? 【答案】1．Through body language. 2．Smiling’s. 3．China and England. 4．Yes, it is. 5．We should watch what other people do and follow them. 【导语】本文主要介绍了人们之间发送信息的方式，语言只占据了35%的比例，而65%的交流是通过身体语言进行的，不同的文化中，身体语言的意义可能不同，如果我们不理解，可能会犯错误，所以最好的建议是观察别人的行为并跟随他们。 1．根据“The other 65% is done through body language.”可知，65%的交流是通过身体语言进行的，故填Through body language. 2．根据“For example, smiling may be the easiest body language. People understand its meaning without thinking.”可知，微笑可能是最简单的肢体语言，人们不假思索就能理解它的意思。所以its指的是“微笑的”，故填Smiling’s. 3．根据“Most people move their heads up and down to mean ‘yes’ and side to side to mean ‘no’. You may think these have the same meaning all over the world. However, in some countries, such as Sri Lanka and Nepal, they have the opposite meanings.”可知，在大多数地方，摇头意味着“不”，例如在中国和英国，故填China and England. 4．根据“As we have looked at some examples, there are many kinds of body language and they may be different from one culture to another. If we don’t understand them, we may make mistakes.”可知，如果我们不理解不同的肢体语言，我们可能会犯错误，所以有必要理解肢体语言的差异，故填Yes, it is. 5．根据“The best advice is to watch what other people do and follow them.”可知，最好的建议是观察别人的行为并跟随他们，故填We should watch what other people do and follow them. 在“漫画与动画对我们生活的影响”主题班会上，老师和同学们进行了讨论。请从下列文章中提炼一些关键信息，为本次主题活动的介绍做准备。 How Comics and Animation Change Our Lives Comics and animation influence our lives in many positive and practical ways.   They can inspire future careers. Some engineers today say they chose their job because they were interested in technology in sci-fi animations. Many artists started their journey by copying characters from their favourite comics. Even writers, designers, and programmers often find their first creative ideas from the stories and worlds in these art forms. This early inspiration can guide their studies and hobbies towards a future job.   They are also powerful learning tools. Educational comics make subjects like science or history fun. Some teachers use short animations to explain difficult ideas in class. For example, a cartoon about the water cycle can help students remember the steps more easily than just reading a textbook. These materials turn learning into a lively experience. Moreover, they help build communities. Fans meet online or at comic fairs to share their hobbies. They make friends, exchange ideas, and even create fan art together.   However, it’s important to keep a balance. Enjoying comics and animation is great, but too much screen time may affect our eye health and sleep. Remember to take breaks and enjoy other activities too. 1．What can comics and animation inspire in people? 2．How do many artists start creating? 3．Which subjects can educational comics make learning fun? 4．Where do fans meet to share their hobbies? 5．What should you remember to do while enjoying animations? 【答案】1．They can inspire future careers. 2．By copying characters from their favourite comics. 3．Science or history. 4．Online or at comic fairs. 5．Remember to take breaks and enjoy other activities too. 【导语】本文介绍漫画和动画对人们生活的积极影响，包括激励职业、辅助学习、构建社群，并提醒要合理控制观看时间。 1．第二段开头指出“They can inspire future careers.”直接说明漫画和动画可以激励人们未来的职业。 2．第二段提到“Many artists started their journey by copying characters from their favourite comics.”这是艺术家开始创作的方式。 3．第三段说明“Educational comics make subjects like science or history fun.”直接给出了相关学科。 4．第四段提到“Fans meet online or at comic fairs to share their hobbies.”写明了粉丝们分享爱好的地点。 5．最后一段指出“Remember to take breaks and enjoy other activities too.”给出了看动画时应记住的做法。 阅读短文，然后根据内容回答问题。 Here are some of the most popular Walt Disney characters. Do you know them? Mickey Mouse Mickey Mouse is one of the most famous cartoon characters among kids around the world. He first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie. He is popular mainly because he always tries to face any danger though he is like a common man. Donald Duck Donald Duck first appeared in the cartoon The Wise Little Hen in 1934. He is a white duck with a yellow-orange bill (喙) and big yellow-orange feet. Donald is known for his bad temper (脾气). He appears in more films than any other Disney character. Goofy Goofy is a dog and is one of Mickey Mouse’s best friends. Goofy is often shown as having little or no intelligence. But sometimes, Goofy is shown as a smart dog, though in his special way. Pluto Pluto is Mickey Mouse’s pet dog. Different from Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy, Pluto is not dressed as a human. 1．Which cartoon did Mickey Mouse appear in first?    2．What does Donald Duck look like?         　 3．What’s the difference between Pluto and the other three characters?     　 4．Which Chinese cartoon do you like most? Why? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．He first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie. 2．He is a white duck with a yellow-orange bill and big yellow-orange feet. 3．Pluto is not dressed as a human. 4．My favorite Chinese cartoon is Big Fish & Begonia. It tells a story about life and destiny with beautiful paintings. The characters are vivid, like Chun, who tries to save a fish named Kun. The scenes are colorful, especially the sea and stars. I love its moving plot and the idea of sacrificing for others. It makes me think about courage and love. 【导语】本文介绍了四个最受欢迎的迪士尼卡通角色及其特点。 1．根据“Mickey Mouse is one of the most famous cartoon characters among kids around the world. He first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie.”可知，米老鼠首次出现在《威利号汽船》中。故填He first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie. 2．根据“He is a white duck with a yellow-orange bill (喙) and big yellow-orange feet.”可知，唐老鸭是一只白鸭子，有黄橙色的喙和大大的黄橙色脚。故填He is a white duck with a yellow-orange bill and big yellow-orange feet. 3．根据“Different from Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy, Pluto is not dressed as a human.”可知，布鲁托与其他三个角色的不同之处在于它没有像人类一样穿衣服。故填Pluto is not dressed as a human. 4．开放题，合理即可。故填My favorite Chinese cartoon is Big Fish & Begonia. It tells a story about life and destiny with beautiful paintings. The characters are vivid, like Chun, who tries to save a fish named Kun. The scenes are colorful, especially the sea and stars. I love its moving plot and the idea of sacrificing for others. It makes me think about courage and love. 阅读短文，根据短文内容回答下列问题。 When people say “culture”, we think of art and history. But one very famous symbol in American culture is a cartoon. We all know and love the black mouse with two large round ears-Mickey Mouse. Over 80 years ago, he first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie. When this cartoon came out in New York on November 18,1928, it was the first cartoon with sound and music. The man behind Mickey was Walt Disney. He became very rich and successful. In the 1930s, he made 87 cartoons with Mickey. Some people might ask how this cartoon animal became so popular. One of the main reasons is that Mickey was like a common man, but he always tried to face any danger. In his early films, Mickey was unlucky and had many problems such as losing his house or girlfriend, Minnie. However, he was always ready to try his best. People went to the cinema to see the “little man” win. Most of them wanted to be like Mickey. On November 18,1978, Mickey became the first cartoon character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Today’s cartoons are usually not so simple as little Mickey Mouse, but everyone still knows and loves him. Who has a pair of cars more famous than Mickey’s? 1．What is Mickey Mouse a symbol of? 2．What does Mickey look like? 3．Do you think Walt Disney is a smart man? Why or why not? 4．Why did people want to be like Mickey? 5．Please think of another cartoon character that is as famous as Mickey. 【答案】1．It’s a symbol of American culture. 2．He is a black mouse with two large round ears. 3．Yes, he is. Because he made some popular cartoons. 4．Because Mickey is a “little man”, but he always tried to face any danger and won. 5．Kung Fu Panda./Sun Wukong. 【导语】本文讲述了卡通动物米奇作为美国文化的象征的背后的故事。 1．根据“But one very famous symbol in American culture is a cartoon. We all know and love the black mouse with two large round ears-Mickey Mouse.”可知，米奇是美国文化的象征。故填It’s a symbol of American culture. 2．根据“We all know and love the black mouse with two large round ears-Mickey Mouse.”可知，Mickey是一只长着两只又大又圆耳朵的黑老鼠。故填He is a black mouse with two large round ears. 3．根据“He became very rich and successful. In the 1930s, he made 87 cartoons with Mickey. Some people might ask how this cartoon animal became so popular.”可知，Walt Disney是一个聪明的人，因为他制作了一些受欢迎的动画片。故填Yes, he is. Because he made some popular cartoons. 4．根据“One of the main reasons is that Mickey was like a common man, but he always tried to face any danger.”及“People went to the cinema to see the “little man” win. Most of them wanted to be like Mickey.”可知，人们想像米奇一样，是因为它像一个“普通的人”但它总是试图面对任何危险并获胜。故填Because Mickey is a “little man”, but he always tried to face any danger and won. 5．开放性试题，答案不唯一合理即可。参考答案为Kung Fu Panda./Sun Wukong. Some bright sparks (火花) light up the night sky, creating a fantastic rain of flowers. This exciting performance is Striking Iron Flower (打铁花). It is a traditional folk art form, and it has been around for more than 1,000 years in China. It is deeply rooted (根植) in traditional Chinese culture. Striking Iron Flower usually takes place during important festivals such as the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival. People get together to watch this wonderful performance. The blooming (盛放的) sparks are seen as bright symbols of happiness and good wishes. Striking Iron Flower is a highly skilled performance. To begin with, the performers put waste iron in a big oven. Then, they heat the iron at a very high temperature until it becomes liquid (液体). Finally, they use special tools to splash (泼洒) the liquid iron into the air. When the liquid iron meets the cold air, it will turn into beautiful sparks. The performer must have strong arms and excellent skills. At the same time, performing this art also calls for great courage to make sure every movement is precise (精确的). It shows the spirit of Chinese working people. Nowadays, more and more young people are getting interested in it and learning about the skills. Many of them have joined local folk art clubs to learn from experienced masters. They also use social media to share videos of their performances. 根据语篇内容，按要求回答问题。 1．How long has Striking Iron Flower been around in China? 2．What are the blooming sparks seen as? 3．How many steps does Striking Iron Flower include? 4．What does a performer need to perform Striking Iron Flower? (不超过15词) 5．Write an ending sentence for the passage. (不超过15词) 【答案】1．More than 1,000 years. 2．Bright symbols of happiness and good wishes. 3．Three. 4．Strong arms, excellent skills and great courage. 5．It is hoped that Striking Iron Flower will be passed down forever. (答案不唯一，合理即可) 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国传统民间艺术形式打铁花的历史、表演时间、表演步骤、对表演者的要求以及当下年轻人对它的传承等内容。 1．第一段明确提到“It is a traditional folk art form, and it has been around for more than 1,000 years in China.”，所以打铁花在中国已经存在了1000多年，答案直接从原文提取。 2．第二段指出“The blooming (盛放的) sparks are seen as bright symbols of happiness and good wishes.”，即盛放的火花被视为幸福和美好祝愿的明亮象征，答案为原文直接信息。 3．第三段详细描述了打铁花的步骤，“To begin with, the performers put waste iron in a big oven. Then, they heat the iron at a very high temperature until it becomes liquid (液体). Finally, they use special tools to splash (泼洒) the liquid iron into the air.”，分别用了“To begin with”“Then”“Finally”来表述，所以打铁花包括三个步骤。 4．第三段提到“The performer must have strong arms and excellent skills. At the same time, performing this art also calls for great courage to make sure every movement is precise (精确的).”，说明表演者需要有强壮的手臂、出色的技能和巨大的勇气，答案整合了原文信息且满足不超过15词的要求。 5．开放题，答案不唯一。结合前文对打铁花的介绍以及年轻人对它的传承等内容，合理表达对打铁花传承的期望等即可，示例答案“It is hoped that Striking Iron Flower will be passed down forever.”表达了希望打铁花能永远传承下去的愿望。 “No print, no year” is a well-known saying in Suzhou, Jiangsu province. The “print” here means Taohuawu Woodblock New Year Prints, a special kind of nianhua, or New Year pictures. One of its inheritors (继承人), Sun Yibo, has worked on Taohuawu prints for over 20 years. “Though seen as a kind of nianhua, Taohuawu Prints not only show the traditional pictures, such as menshen (door gods), flowers and birds,” said Sun. “To keep the traditional craft alive, artists now also choose themes from popular culture, like games and films.” Such rich themes also mean difficult steps. To make a woodblock New Year picture, artists need to draw the draft (草稿), carve it on different blocks and then make the prints one by one on paper. “Each woodblock New Year picture follows the ‘one color on one carved block’ rule and is made with the colors printed on top of each other,” explained Sun. “How many blocks are needed for a picture? It depends on how many colors there are in the picture. One picture comes from at least two blocks.” However, getting the right color on the block is never easy. Sun said that when he made a woodblock New Year picture, he printed and adjusted (调节) each color block more than 100 times to get the right look. Even so, Sun and other inheritors are finding ways to pass down this traditional culture. “We have exhibitions (展览) and courses at a college in Suzhou. Students who are interested in the exhibitions can learn this skill in class,” said Sun. 1．How long has Sun Yibo worked on Taohuawu Prints? 2．What new themes do the prints now show? 3．How many steps are there in making a woodblock New Year picture? 4．Why did Sun print and adjust each color block more than 100 times? 5．According to the passage, why is Taohuawu Woodblock New Year Prints still popular today? 【答案】1．For over 20 years. 2．Themes from popular culture, like games and films. 3．Three. 4．To get the right look. 5．Because inheritors are finding ways to pass down this traditional culture through exhibitions and courses. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了苏州桃花坞木版年画及其传承人孙逸波，描述了年画的主题、制作工艺以及传承方式。 1．根据第一段“Sun Yibo, has worked on Taohuawu prints for over 20 years”可知，孙逸波从事桃花坞年画工作已超过20年。故填For over 20 years. 2．根据第二段“To keep the traditional craft alive, artists now also choose themes from popular culture, like games and films.”可知，这些年画现在展现的新主题是来自流行文化，如游戏和电影。故填Themes from popular culture, like games and films. 3．根据第三段“To make a woodblock New Year picture, artists need to draw the draft, carve it on different blocks and then make the prints one by one on paper.”可知，制作一幅木版年画有三个步骤：画稿、分块雕刻、逐色印刷。故填Three. 4．根据第四段“he printed and adjusted each color block more than 100 times to get the right look”可知，孙逸波对每个色版印刷和调整超过100次是为了得到正确的效果（外观）。故填To get the right look. 5．根据最后一段“Sun and other inheritors are finding ways to pass down this traditional culture. ‘We have exhibitions and courses...’ ”可知，桃花坞木版年画如今仍受欢迎，是因为传承人们通过展览和课程等方式在积极传承这一传统文化。故填Because inheritors are finding ways to pass down this traditional culture through exhibitions and courses. 请认真阅读下面的短文，并根据短文内容回答问题。 Fengxiang clay figurines are a well-known form of traditional Chinese folk art from Fengxiang County, Shaanxi Province. With a history of thousands of years—dating back to the Neolithic Age, these vivid and colorful sculptures are not only works of art but also an important symbol of Shaanxi’s rich culture, deeply loved by people both at home and abroad. In the early days, local people used clay to make simple daily tools and objects for worship. As pottery-making skills continued to develop, the art of clay figurine-making slowly took shape. It finally reached its golden age during the Ming and Qing dynasties, becoming popular among common people and widely used in festivals, weddings and other important events to bring joy and good wishes. Their production process is complex and needs great patience. First, artisans choose high-quality local clay. Next, they knead, pound and filter it to take out impurities (杂质). Then, they shape the clay into lively forms like tigers and historical characters by hand or simple tools. After that, the shaped clay goes through natural drying and high-temperature firing. Finally, the most important step—painting—is carried out, with bold, bright colors to create strong visual contrast. These clay figurines carry deep cultural meanings. For example, tiger-shaped figurines are believed to drive off evil spirits and bring good luck to families. To protect this valuable traditional art, the local government has set up training centres to teach young people the making skills, while some young artisans are trying new things through mixing traditional styles with modern designs to attract more young people. 1．Where are Fengxiang clay figurines from? 2．When did Fengxiang clay figurines enter their golden age? 3．How many steps are required to make Fengxiang clay figurines? 4．What does the local government do to protect Fengxiang clay figurines? 5．How can you keep traditional arts like Fengxiang clay figurines alive? （自拟一句话回答） 【答案】1．Fengxiang County, Shaanxi Province. 2．During the Ming and Qing dynasties. 3．Five/5 (steps). 4．It has set up training centres to teach young people the making skills. 5．We can make them in art classes at school. (言之有理即可) 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了陕西凤翔泥人的起源、发展、制作工序、文化意义以及当地政府为保护这一传统艺术所采取的措施。 1．根据“Fengxiang clay figurines are a well-known form of traditional Chinese folk art from Fengxiang County, Shaanxi Province.”可知，凤翔泥人来自陕西省凤翔县。故填Fengxiang County, Shaanxi Province. 2．根据“It finally reached its golden age during the Ming and Qing dynasties…”可知，凤翔泥人在明清时期进入了黄金时代。故填During the Ming and Qing dynasties. 3．根据“First…Next…Then… After that…Finally…”可知，制作凤翔泥人一共需要五个步骤。故填Five/5 (steps). 4．根据“To protect this valuable traditional art, the local government has set up training centres to teach young people the making skills…”可知，当地政府建立了培训中心，向年轻人传授制作技艺来保护凤翔泥人。故填It has set up training centres to teach young people the making skills. 5．开放性试题，言之有理即可，参考答案：We can make them in art classes at school. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $