专题03 阅读理解（说明文）（期中真题汇编，湖南专用）八年级英语下学期

专题03 阅读理解（说明文） 主题01 人与自我——劳动与责任；心理健康；急救知识；安全知识 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳蒸湘区蒸湘区联考·期中) Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, has a new rule for both parents and children. It asks parents to make sure their children spend at least two hours a week doing chores at home. It aims (旨在) to teach children about the importance of labor work (劳动) and help them develop labor skills. There is a lot of discussion about the new rule. Some people think it’s a good idea, but others disagree. “I just have a few hours to relax every weekend, and I have little time to do chores,” Wang Xing, a middle school student in Changzhou said. “I hardly have any classmates who do chores.” Xiong Bingqi, an expert, said, “To make sure the new rule works well, parents’ participation (参与) is very important.” He advised that parents help their children learn about labor work and have their children do chores for two hours each week. “Some parents care too much about grades and forget to teach children important life skills. That’s why we believe it’s necessary to help children get labor skills and learn the importance of labor work,” Xiong said. “Doing chores can make students smarter and healthier. Just being good at school isn’t enough to be successful if students don’t have other important skills.” 1．What is Paragraph 1 mainly about? A．A study on how much time kids spend doing chores. B．A way for teachers to teach kids labor skills. C．A new rule of kids’ labor education in Changzhou. 2．Wang Xing doesn’t like the rule because ______. A．he thinks it’s meaningless B．he is too busy to do chores C．studies are more important to him 3．In Paragraph 4, Xiong Bingqi talks about the importance of ______. A．teachers’ role B．classmates’ help C．parents’ participation 4．Which of the following may Xiong Bingqi agree with? A．It is OK to teach kids labor skills when they grow up. B．It is hard to be successful if kids don’t have life skills. C．It is impossible for kids to do chores for two hours every week. Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南湘潭电机子弟中学·期中) Most students in America do housework after school. Parents often ask their children to do something easy or interesting at home. Also, they want their children to do something hard or boring. Parents would like to give their children some pocket money (零花钱) for that. And the children can make some money by doing the housework. Mr. Green says that he gives his twelve and fifteen-year-old daughters Sasha and Malia just a dollar every week, because they often set the table, wash the dishes and clean up their bedrooms on weekends. One dollar is little for the housework, but the two children are very happy to make their pocket money. They buy their favorite books or food with it. Mr. Green hopes his daughters can lean some money-management skills (技能). 1．What can we know from the first paragraph (段落)? A．American parents only ask their children to do something hard at home. B．American parents pay some money for their children’s housework. C．American children do not like doing housework. 2．What does the underlined word “money-management” mean? A．资金管理 B．资金缺陷 C．资金陷阱 3．Which kind of housework don’t Mr Green’s daughters do? A．Cleaning up their bedrooms B．Washing their clothes. C．Washing dishes 4．How do the two children feel about making their pocket money? A．Happy B．Excited C．Bored Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南张家界永定区·期中) Children need to learn how to do chores and help their parents with housework. BusyKid is an app (应用程序) that makes doing chores for children easier. Parents set the chores and the money When kids finish the chores, they click “I did it !”. Then on Friday kids can get the money for doing the chores .   Burton is a student and he likes the app. “I can get money, then I can divide it up into three parts: save, share, and spend,” he said. “It teaches me how to make money and use it in the real world.”    Many students spend too much time watching TV or playing computer games after school. They may wonder, “Why do I have to do chores?” Nancy uses the app with her children. She said, “I get that question often. I just tell them that’s the way your parents raise you and we want to teach you responsibility (责任). ”Margie Zitko couldn’t agree more. “Children should have chores at home,” she said. “We shouldn’t do everything for our kids. We have to help them learn about real life. Home is where kids learn.” Zitko advised that children start doing chores at a young age. The earlier kids learn to be independent, the better it is for their future. She also said the best way to help kids do chores at first is to work with them. 1． Which of the following is TRUE about BusyKid ? A．It has many games . B．It helps children with chores . C．Students can watch TV with it . 2． What does the underlined word “divide” in Paragraph 2 mean in Chinese ? A．获得 B．请求 C．分配 3．Why does Nancy ask her children to do chores ? A．To teach them responsibility . B．To teach them how to make money . C．To stop them from watching TV . 4． What can we learn from Margie Zitko’s words ? A．Children can learn a lot from doing chores . B．Parents should let children do chores alone . C．Parents should stop children playing games . Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南邵阳城步苗族自治县城步十校·期中) Teenagers’ Problems and Solutions (解决办法) Many teenagers face different kinds of problems in their daily lives. Here are some common ones and suggestions to solve them. Problem 1: Too much homework Some students feel stressed because they have too much homework and not enough time to relax. Solution: Make a study plan. Finish the most difficult homework first and take short breaks every hour. Problem 2: Arguments (争吵) with parents Teenagers sometimes argue with their parents about small things like clothes, hairstyles or friends. Solution: Try to communicate calmly. Listen to your parents’ opinions and explain your thoughts politely. Problem 3: Feeling lonely Some students feel lonely because they don’t have many friends or are too shy to talk to others. Solution: Join school clubs or sports teams. Smile and say hello to classmates. Small steps can help you make new friends. Problem 4: Poor sleep Staying up late playing games or watching videos makes some students tired in class. Solution: Turn off electronic devices one hour before bedtime. Read a book or listen to soft music to relax. 1．What is the solution for too much homework? A．Do easy homework first. B．Make a study plan. C．Ask teachers for less homework. 2．How can teenagers solve arguments with parents? A．By shouting loudly. B．By communicating calmly. C．By avoiding talking to them. 3．What is suggested (建议) for students who feel lonely? A．Stay alone at home. B．Join school activities. C．Play games with classmates. 4．Why do some students feel tired in class? A．They eat too much. B．They sleep late at night. C．They exercise too much. Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南岳阳岳阳县·期中) What should we do if one of our classmates suddenly falls ill or gets hurt? Here are some steps you should follow. But always remember to look for medical care after first aid (急救) if the wound is serious. Broken bones (骨头): Take away clothing from the wound. Use an ice pack. Don’t move the hurt body part while waiting for the doctor to arrive. Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water. Pack the wound with a clean cloth if it is bleeding. If the bleeding has stopped, cover the area with a bandage and take the person to the hospital. Make sure you remember what kind of animal it is, so the doctor can find the right way to treat him or her at once. Fainting (昏厥): Have him or her lie with feet lifted a little. Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall. Make sure he or she can breathe and let fresh air in. Clean the person’s face with a cool cloth. Nosebleeds: Have the person sit up with his or her head tilted (倾斜) forward a little. Do not have the person tilt his or her head back because this may cause heavy breathing or coughing. Pinch (捏) the lower part of the nose for at least 10 minutes. 1．What should we do first when an animal bite happens? A．Put an ice pack on the wound. B．Wash the bite area with soap and water. C．Try to stop the bleeding with a clean cloth. 2．Which of the following is not right when a boy’s nose bleeds? A．Let his head not tilt back. B．Let his head tilt forward a little. C．Pinch his nose for less than 10 minutes. 3．Which part of a magazine may the passage come from? A．Lifestyle. B．Health. C．Education. 4．What’s the main idea of the passage? A．First aid for some accidental wounds. B．Ways to ask for help in getting hurt. C．Advice on ways not to get hurt. Passage 6 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳船山实验中学·期中) What should we do if one of our classmates suddenly falls ill or gets hurt? Here are some steps you should follow for some accidental wounds (伤口). Broken bones (骨头): Take away clothing from the wound. Use an ice bag. Don’t move the hurt body part while waiting for the doctor to arrive. Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water. Cover the wound with a clean cloth if it is bleeding. If the bleeding stops, cover the area with a bandage and take the person to the hospital. Make sure you remember what kind of animal it is so the doctor can find the right way to treat him or her at once. Fainting (昏厥): Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall. Make sure he or she can breathe and let in fresh air. Clean the person’s face with a cool cloth. Nosebleeds: Have the person sit up with his or her head tilted (倾斜) forward a little, and have the person put his or her head down. Press the sides of his or her nose for at least 10 minutes. 1．What should we do first when an animal bite happens? A．Take the hurt person to the hospital. B．Wash the bite area with soap and water. C．Try to pack the wound with a clean cloth. 2．How many kinds of first aid situations are mentioned in the passage? A．Five. B．Four. C．Three. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．You should put some medicine on your broken bones. B．If someone faints, you should make sure he can breathe. C．If you have a nosebleed, do not put down your head. 4．In which part of a magazine can you probably see this passage? A．Education. B．Lifestyle. C．Health. Passage 7 (24-25八下·湖南邵阳新宁县十校联考·期中) What should we do if one of our classmates suddenly falls ill or gets hurt? Here are some steps you should follow. But remember to look for medical care after first aid (急救) if the wound is serious. Broken bones (骨头): Take away clothing from the wound. Use an ice pack. Don’t move the hurt body part while waiting for the doctor to arrive. Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water. Pack the wound with a clean cloth if it is bleeding (流血). If the bleeding has stopped, cover the area with a bandage (绷带) and take the person to the hospital. Make sure you remember what kind of animal it is, so the doctor can find the right way to treat him or her at once. Fainting (昏厥): Have him or her lie with feet lifted a little. Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall. Make sure he or she can breathe and let in fresh air. Clean the person’s face with a cool cloth. Nosebleeds: Have the person sit up with his or her head tilted (倾斜) forward a little. Do not have the person tilt his or her head back because this may cause heavy breathing or coughing. Pinch (捏) the lower part of the nose for at least 10 minutes. 1．What should we do first when an animal bite happens? A．Put an ice pack on the wound. B．Wash the bite area with soap and water. C．Try to stop the bleeding with a clean cloth. 2．When dealing with the problems of ________, we shouldn’t move the hurt (伤者). A．broken bones and animal bites B．animal bites and nosebleeds C．broken bones and fainting 3．Which of the following methods (方法) is NOT right when a boy’s nose bleeds? A．Let his head not tilt back. B．Let his head tilt forward a little. C．Pinch his nose for less than 10 minutes. 4．Which part of a magazine may the passage come from? A．Lifestyle. B．Health. C．Sports. Passage 8 (24-25八下·湖南常德津市·期中) Do you eat breakfast every day? A new study shows if you don’t have breakfast, you will be in great danger of getting heart disease (心脏病). Scientists studied the information of 6,550 people over 40 years old for 18 years. Those people had no history of heart disease. 59% of them ate breakfast every day. 25% missed breakfast a few days. 10.9% hardly ate breakfast and 5.1% never did. The scientists found a clear relation between breakfast habits and the danger of getting heart disease. Those who didn’t eat in the morning were up to 87% more likely to have heart disease. Breakfast is an essential meal of the day, but a lot of people didn’t have it over the past 50 years in the US. 23.8% of young people don’t have breakfast every day. About the relation, the scientists gave a few reasons. First, when people don’t eat breakfast, they may eat much junk food. Second, breakfast helps to balance blood sugar levels (平衡血糖). A similar study shows people who don’t eat breakfast and eat dinner late are more likely to get heart disease. Also, they are more likely to spend little time exercising and have other bad living habits. For your health, remember to eat breakfast every day. 1．Of the 6,550 people in the study, how often did 59% of them eat breakfast? A．Always. B．Sometimes. C．Never. 2．What does the underlined word “essential” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Interesting. B．Enjoyable. C．Important. 3．What may people do if they don’t have breakfast? A．Eat much unhealthy food. B．Stay away from heart disease. C．Eat dinner late in the evening. 4．Why did the writer write this article? A．To tell people how to make breakfast. B．To ask people to eat breakfast every day. C．To tell people about a study on heart disease. Passage 9 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳逸夫中学·期中) The most common disease (疾病) in the world is the cold. It often starts with a sore throat. You sneeze (打喷嚏) and your nose runs. You usually have a headache, too. Often you have a cough later. It’s not a serious disease, but you can feel quite bad. There isn’t good medicine for a cold, but you can take medicine to make you feel better. It’s good to rest, and to drink a lot of water, too. A doctor once told me, “With the right medicine, a cold will last for several days. With no medicine, it will go on for a whole week!” Where does our medicine come from? A long time ago, people found that some plants made them feel better. They ate leaves, roots, fruits or seeds of plants. We know the juice of lemons makes a sore throat feel better. In modern times, scientists have studied many plants, and found out what chemicals are in them. Many kinds of our medicines today are made from those chemicals. There are some diseases that we can’t treat yet. But because of modern medicine, people now live longer than their grandparents. 1．From this article, a cold often starts with ________. A．a cough B．a sore throat C．a fever 2．What should we do when we catch a cold? A．We should wait for a whole week. B．We should stay in hospital for a week. C．We should have a good rest, drink much water and take some medicine. 3．What makes a sore throat feel better? A．The juice of oranges. B．Something inside lemons. C．The root of a plant. 4．What makes people now live longer than their grandparents? A．Some plants B．The cure for a cold. C．Modern medicine Passage 10 (24-25八下·湖南长沙周南实验中学·期中) Firefighters get a fire call every 24 seconds in the US on average (平均). Every 87 seconds, a home fire happens. Just between January 1st, 2018 and January lst, 2023, 11, 180 home fire deaths happened in the country. But the best escape time for a fire is just three minutes or less. So everyone should pay attention to fire safety at home. Avoid (避免) starting a fire by getting to know common causes. Cooking tools are the number-one cause of home fires. Be especially careful when using them. Never leave the kitchen while cooking and make sure the tools are completely off after cooking. Electrical appliances (电器) can result in a fire, so check them often to make sure they are working properly. Smoking is another common cause of house fires. It’s never a good idea to smoke indoors, so take a few steps to go out. Lastly, don’t forget little kids. They usually find fire exciting and think of fire as a toy. So keep them away from fire and teach them about dangers of fire. How can we prevent home fires? The following tips may help. Get smoke alarms (烟雾报警器) The first step is to set up enough smoke alarms through your home. Get one in every room. Prepare fire extinguishers Keep fire extinguishers available at home. They can put out small fires. Check them often to make sure they work properly. Create a plan for escape A good plan should start with at least two escape ways from every room. Then know how fast your family can run, tell kids when and how to get out, and make a house map with all doors and windows. At last, choose a meeting place outside. And don’t forget to practice it often with every family member. You might think that these fire safety tips are common sense (常识). However, it’s difficult to think of them especially when you’re in a life-and-death moment. Take action with the tips and never take fire safety lightly at home. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By asking a question. B．By giving an example. C．By listing some numbers. 2．What has caused the most home fires? A．Cooking tools. B．Electrical appliances. C．Smoking indoors. 3．Which of the following is probably a fire extinguisher? A． B． C． 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．A lot of fire deaths happen every year. B．Everyone should take fire safety seriously. C．The cause of home fires and how to prevent them. Passage 11 (24-25八下·湖南常德澧县·期中) What should you do if there’s an earthquake (地震) at school? How can you save yourself when you are caught in a stampede (踩踏)? March 25 this year give you something about safety. This day is called the National Day of Education on the Safety of Elementary and Middle School Students (NDESEMSS) (全国中小学生安全教育日). The topic of the day this year is to help students learn more about safety and make sure their lives safe. A survey showed that school accidents kill more students than anything else. The main accidents come from stampedes, earthquakes, fires and sports injuries (伤害). What can we do to keep ourselves safe? Staying calm is the first and most important rule when facing accidents. But we have different advice on different accidents. A stampede is possible anywhere. The more people get together, the more likely stampedes are to come. When students around you begin to push, you should stand still and try to hold onto something, or stay in a corner until the crowd leaves. If you fall down in a moving crowd, cover your head with both hands. Earthquakes are common. When you feel the ground shake, drop down, take cover under a desk and hold on. You should stay indoors until the shaking stops. If you are outdoor, don’t stay near buildings, trees or power lines. When there’s a fire, follow the teachers’ words, leave the classroom quickly and use a piece of cloth to cover your mouth and nose so that you don’t breathe in smoke. 1．What should you do first when accidents happen according to this passage? A．Run away. B．Stand there. C．Keep calm. 2．What can you know from the passage? A．When an earthquake happens, you should stay near buildings or trees. B．When there’s a fire, you should use cloth to cover your mouth and nose. C．If you fall down in a moving crowd, you can do nothing but wait there. 3．What’s the best title of the passage? A．Be Afraid of Accidents. B．Run Away from Accidents. C．How to Save Yourself from Accidents. 4．If the writer continues to write this passage, what will he write about? A．Sports injuries. B．The changes of fires. C．The reasons of accidents. 主题02 人与自然——环境保护；动物行为 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南长沙湖南师大附中教育集团联考·期中) Do you know Chinese people ordered takeout (外卖) over 1,000 years ago? In the Song Dynasty, even emperors (皇帝) enjoyed food delivery (快递)! Common people also ordered meals—restaurant workers shouted daily specials on streets, and deliverymen brought food to homes. A famous painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival (《清明上河图》) even shows a takeout worker carrying meals in a special wooden box! Today, ordering food is easier than ever. With smart phones, we can get meals delivered in minutes. Over 60% of Chinese people order takeout twice a week. But experts said that depending too much on food delivery causes problems. Many takeout dishes are unhealthy. To make food tasty, restaurants use too much oil, salt, or sugar. Another danger is unsafe ingredients. Reports show that some restaurants use expired (过期的) food, and even reuse leftovers to cut costs. Eating this kind of food could cause some serious sicknesses. Takeout creates lots of trash. China produces over 6,500 tons of takeout waste daily—mostly plastic (塑料的) boxes and bags. These take 500 years to break down (分解)! They pollute rivers and oceans, hurting animals every single day. Ordering food seems cheap, but cooking at home saves more money. For example, the money of 30 takeout meals a month could buy enough rice to feed a family for months! Also, families who always order takeout miss the joy of cooking together. Food delivery isn’t all bad—it’s helpful when we’re sick or busy. But using it every day is like the old saying: “Too much of a good thing can be harmful.” Let’s learn from ancient people: they enjoyed takeout but still valued fresh, homemade meals. By cooking simple dishes with family, we protect our health, save money, and care for Earth—one meal at a time! 1．What did people in the Song Dynasty use to carry takeout meals? A．Plastic boxes and bags. B．A special wooden box. C．Common paper bags. 2．How does the writer show the pollution caused by takeout in Paragraph 4? A．By listing numbers. B．By offering advice. C．By making a comparison. 3．What’s the main purpose of Paragraph 5? A．To advise people to eat more rice. B．To show takeout is cheaper than cooking. C．To encourage people to cook at home. 4．Which of the following does the writer probably agree? A．Food delivery was not common in the old times. B．Too much of takeout can cause a lot of problems. C．We should say no to takeout because it’s all bad. Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南永州新田县·期中) Maybe your dad said, “The harder you work for something, the more you’ll enjoy it.” Well, father really did know best. Because a study finds that the harder mice have to work for a treat (奖励), the better it tastes. Mice were trained to push levers (杠杆) to get either of two treats. Press one lever, out comes a drop of sugar water. Press the other and they get a drop of different tasting sugar water. Then things got interesting. Scientists made it harder to get one of the treats. They slowly increased (增加) the difficulty—from one lever-press to five, then ten, then fifteen. In the end, this kind of sugar water cost 15 times more effort than the other. The mice then returned to their home where both treats were freely available. And they showed a strong preference for the treat they’d work harder to get. They seemed to find the costlier (代价更大的) sugar water more delicious. This makes evolutionary (进化的) sense. An animal wouldn’t survive (生存) if a little hard work left a bitter taste in its mouth. 1．How did scientists make one treat harder to get in this study? A．By changing the taste of sugar water. B．By offering only one kind of the treats. C．By increasing the number of lever-presses. 2．What does the underlined word “preference” in paragraph 4 mean? A．偏好 B．刺激 C．反对 3．What do we know about mice according to the passage? A．Mice are more hard-working than other animals. B．Mice like the food they worked harder to get better. C．Mice are so smart that they can choose more delicious food. 4．In which part of a newspaper can we probably read the passage? A．Art and Culture. B．Sports and Health. C．Science and Nature. 主题03 人与社会——社会活动；家庭关系；传统文化；社会服务；朋友关系；休闲活动 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南岳阳湘阴县·期中) On April 6, 2025, a wonderful running event took place in Yueyang. The Spring Marathon (马拉松) brought joy to the whole city. The weather was perfect - sunny and warm, about 18°C． The race started at 7:30 am near Yueyang Tower. There were three types of races: a long 42 km run, a 21 km run, and a short 5 km fun run. Many people from different places came to join. All runners got a special number when they signed up. This number was important because runners could use it to get a free ticket to visit Yueyang Tower after the race. Many runners were happy about this good news. Zhang Lin, a 13-year-old student, ran in the 5 km race with her classmates. “I’m excited to see Yueyang Tower for free!” she said. Her teacher Mr. Wang told the class that this was a great chance to exercise and visit the famous tower. Along the running route (路线), people cheered for the runners. Some volunteers gave them water and helped them when needed. The fastest runner finished the long race in just over 2 hours. After finishing, runners showed their numbers at Yueyang Tower and got their free tickets. Many took photos in front of the tower to remember this special day. The marathon made people in Yueyang very happy. It was good for health and helped people learn more about their city’s famous places. 1．When is the Yueyang Marathon happening? A．April 6th. B．April 7th. C．April 8th. 2．How many race groups are there? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. 3．What can runners get for free with their race numbers? A．Water and snacks. B．A free visit to Yueyang Tower. C．A T-shirt. 4．Why are volunteers at the marathon? A．To help runners. B．To run in the race. C．To watch the race. Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南湘潭岳塘区·期中) Maybe you often have arguments with your parents about clothes, homework, friends and many other things. But what’s going on when your parents fight with each other? Most teenagers feel sad or afraid when their parents fight. They might think their parents don’t love each other anymore and that their arguments will lead to a divorce (离婚). In fact, it is normal for parents to disagree and argue sometimes. They might disagree about important things like jobs and family decisions. They might even disagree about little things that don’t seem important at all, like what’s for dinner. However, these arguments are often over quickly. Parents may say sorry and make up, and the family returns to normal. As a family member, you should find out what it really means when your parents fight. When your parents get angry with each other, they might say things they don’t really mean. So if your parents are fighting, don’t worry too much about it. Try to find a good way to solve it. If your parents’ fight really bothers (打扰) you, you might find it hard to sleep or go to school. If this happens, try talking to your parents about their behaviors. You can also tell other relatives, a teacher or a close friend. Just remember that no family is perfect and arguments are common in every family. 1．Which is NOT mentioned about the arguments between parents and teenagers? A．Homework. B．Jobs. C．Friends 2．What does it mean when parents fight according to the passage? A．They aren’t happy with their family. B．They don’t love each other any more. C．They disagree with each other about something. 3．The underlined phrase “make up” in Paragraph 2 means ________ in Chinese. A．化妆 B．组成 C．和好 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Parents’ fight often lasts a long time. B．Parents don’t fight over small things. C．Teenagers should communicate with their parents if their parents’ fight bothers them. Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南岳阳湘阴县洞庭四校·期中) Qingming Festival, also called Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese holiday in early April. Families honor their ancestors (祖先) and welcome spring during this time. The festival usually happens on April 4th or 5th when the weather turns warm and nature becomes green.   Families visit their ancestors’ graves (坟墓) to clean the tombs, offer flowers, and burn paper money as a sign of respect (尊重). Nowadays, some people choose eco-friendly activities like planting trees or using flowers instead of fire. This helps protect the environment while remembering ancestors.   Qingming is not only about remembrance but also celebrating spring. People go on outings to parks or the countryside, a tradition called “Taqing”. They fly kites, have picnics, and enjoy blooming flowers. Many poets have written about Qingming. For example, Du Mu’s poem describes rainy weather and quiet reflection, reminding people to slow down and appreciate (欣赏) nature.   Food is also important. A popular snack is “qingtuan”—green rice balls made with mugwort (艾草) juice and sweet bean paste. The green color stands for spring, and the round shape symbolizes family unity.   Qingming Festival connects the past and present. It encourages people to respect ancestors, enjoy nature, and create new memories. Some even use online platforms to honor loved ones, blending tradition with modern life.   This holiday shows Chinese values of family, respect, and living in harmony with nature. 1．What is the main purpose of cleaning tombs during Qingming? A．To plant trees for the environment. B．To show respect to ancestors. C．To write poems about nature. 2．Why do some people use flowers instead of fire during Qingming? A．To save money. B．To follow modern fashion. C．To protect the environment. 3．What does the underlined word “blending” mean in paragraph 5? A．Replacing B．Mixing C．Forgetting 4．Which value is NOT mentioned in the passage? A．Family bonds. B．Respect for nature. C．Love for technology. Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南湘潭益智中学·期中) Oxford Bus Company (公司) runs the Talking Bus project. The project came back on the new 280 bus service on August 6, 2024. The company first started the project in 2019, and the project was back because of its earlier successes. If passengers travel on the special Talking Bus journeys, they get tickets at half-price. For example, a £10 ticket costs £5. Students and elderly people can get 60% off if they show their ID cards. That is, a £10 ticket costs £4. Volunteers talked to passengers during the journey between Thame and Oxford. And volunteers gave information about the places of interest like Oxford Castle and Christ Church College along the way to the passengers. They also advised the passengers to do some fun activities in Oxford before returning home, such as visiting free museums or trying famous local desserts (甜点) . What’s more, the Talking Bus also provided some games for passengers to play on the bus. “This project provides a great chance for people to talk and share stories. It also gives people a chance to build relationships,” said Luke Marion, the boss of Oxford Bus Company. “Loneliness is a big problem that affects (影响) many people in the community (社区) and we hope that the Talking Bus can help make a difference. We want the bus to be a moving community center where everyone feels less lonely.” 1．Which question is answered in Paragraph 1? A．Who runs the Talking Bus project? B．Where is the Talking Bus’s first stop? C．Why did the company start the project in 2019? 2．What could passengers do when they took the Talking Bus? ① To talk with the volunteers ②To pay less for tickets ③To go anywhere in the UK ④To play games on the bus A．①②③ B．①②④ C．②③④ 3．What does the underlined word “It” in the last paragraph refer to (指代)? A．The project. B．The company. C．The community. 4．What is the purpose (目的) of the Talking Bus according to the last paragraph? A．To provide a quiet place to relax. B．To help people feel less lonely. C．To help passengers to save money. Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南张家界慈利县·期中) What is friendship? Friendship is a special bridge that connects people from all walks of life. It brings joy, support, and warmth (温暖) to our lives. No matter where we are in the world, we all value the friends who stand by us through thick and thin. Now people around the world celebrate Friendship Day. Do you know the stories behind it? An American woman, Joyce Hall, sold cards. In 1930, she got the idea of Friendship Day. She thought if people had a new day to celebrate, they would buy more cards. Many Americans gave cards and other gifts to their friends on the day. However, they stopped doing it because they didn’t want to see it become a business. In 1935, the USA decided to make it the first Sunday of August. It became a day to celebrate true friends. The story behind Friendship Day is different in Paraguay (巴拉圭). In 1958, a group of friends in Puerto Pinasco, Paraguay, decided to celebrate friendship on July 30th every year. One man in the group, Ramon Artemio Bracho, wanted to do more. He worked hard to start celebrations in other countries. Thanks to Ramon’s work, more countries took up the idea. Friendship Day was growing. In 2011, the United Nations stated July 30th the International Day of Friendship. On that day, there are activities in different countries, like fun runs and friendly games. But not all countries celebrate Friendship Day on July 30th. Argentina and Brazil celebrate it on July 20th. In India, they celebrate it on the first Sunday of August. No matter when we celebrate it, Friendship Day is all about showing love and thanks for our friends. 1．How does the writer start this passage? A．By giving examples. B．By asking questions. C．By introducing a character. 2．Why did Joyce Hall come up with the idea of Friendship Day? A．Because she hoped people would buy more cards. B．Because she brought joy, support, and warmth to her friends. C．Because she wanted to make more friends and shared stories. 3．Who worked hard to spread the idea of Friendship Day to others? A．Joyce Hall. B．The UN. C．Ramon Artemio Bracho. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The ways to celebrate Friendship Day. B．The importance of friendship in our lives. C．The history and different celebrations of Friendship Day. Passage 6 (24-25八下·长沙长郡教育集团联考·期中) We like to travel with family or friends in our free time. But do you go on a trip with your pet? Pets now become an important part in people’s daily lives. A report says the number of people keeping cats and dogs in cities in China reached 68.44 million. So more and more people choose to travel with their pets. Wang Wei, a 29-year-old man in Hangzhou, takes a trip with his pet dog twice a month. He joined a WeChat group of local pet dog owners a year ago. “We often take our dogs to the countryside. They enjoy running and playing in the fields and along clear rivers. It feels much better to walk the dog in quiet places with fresh air and beautiful environment than in a big city,” said Wang Wei. When he travelled with his dog, Wang Wei also found an interesting thing—Just like people, pets have different personalities too. Some are outgoing and like to make more friends, and others are introverted and like to stay alone. “As pet owners, we like to talk about our pet-keeping experiences. Also, it’s interesting to hear people share their different life stories. We make more friends because of these meetings,” he added. A number of hotels start to offer pet services. They hope pets can enjoy themselves there as well as their owners. Are you interested in travelling? Take your pets and set off right now! 1． How does the writer start the passage? A．By telling a story. B．By asking a question. C．By showing facts. 2． Which of the following is TRUE about Wang Wei? A．He travels with his dog twice a week. B．He started a WeChat group for local pet dog owners. C．He enjoys listening to life stories from different pet dog owners. 3． What does the underlined word “introverted”mean in Paragraph 4? A．内向的 B．外向的 C．平庸的 4．Why does the writer write the passage? A．To ask us to travel to quiet places. B．To tell us a new way of travelling. C．To teach us how to keep pets healthy. 主题01 人与自我——语言学习；劳动与责任；学习策略；学习方式；健康习惯；心理健康 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南长沙长郡集团·期中) Some English words have more than one meaning. These are called multi-meaning words. Multi-meaning words have the same pronunciation with different meanings. For example, let’s look at the word “ball”. You could have a “ball”, which means you would have a good time. You could toss a “ball”, which means you throw an object. You could be on the “ball”, which means you know what is happening. You could go to a “ball”, which means a dance. _____ Take the word “can”. You “can” ride a bike, which means you are able to ride a bike. You have a “can” of soup, which means the soup is in a round-shaped holder. You can do the “can-can”, which is a dance from the 1920s. And you might get “canned” if you do a poor job at work, which means you might lose your job. How about “fly”? You can “fly” an airplane or you can hit a “fly” that is on your food in your house. Or, you can “fly by the seat of your pants”, which means you don’t make a plan before taking an action. And, you know that the “fly” of a zipper (拉链) is the top part of the zipper. There are hundreds of words that are multi-meaning words. The word “set” has more meanings than any other word in the English language. When you have time, why don’t you try to think of all the ways the word “set” is used? If you look at the title of this book Can a Fly, Fly?, you know that the answer is “Yes” because you have seen an insect named a “fly” go up in the air and move around through the air, which is what “fly” means. Can a Fly, Fly? Of course, it can! 1． The underlined word “multi-meaning” probably means ______ in the passage. A．近义的 B．多义的 C．同音的 2． Which of the following is the best sentence to fill in the blank in Paragraph 3? ______ A．Let’s try another word. B．Let’s make a word list. C．Here’s a survey report. 3． If Tom is often late for work and fails to finish his tasks, he will ______. A．do the can-can B．get canned C．be on the ball 4． According to the passage, the word “ ______ ” has the most meanings in the English language. A．ball B．can C．set 5． The writer writes the passage in order to ______. A．tell a story about learning English words B．introduce a book on learning English words C．share an experience in learning English words Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南怀化麻阳苗族自治县锦江中学·期中) Parents are usually seen running after their children to wake them up early in the morning and help them get ready for school. Most parents also have a hard time getting their kids to do chores at home. But it is different for a six-year-old boy. The video of his daily morning routine (日常，常规) will surprise you. The video was posted by his mother because she is proud of her son for his independence (独立). The video follows the boy from the moment he wakes up at 6 o’clock. He turns on an electric fireplace, picks out his clothes and steam cleans (用蒸汽清洁) them. In the bathroom, the boy uses a chair to reach the sink and begins brushing his teeth and washing his face. The next step is for him to refill the bathroom’s tissue dispenser (纸架). Heading to the kitchen, the boy begins preparing two eggs, dumplings and a cup of tea. Once he’s done eating, he cleans all of the plates and cups. You’d think that he would stop there, but the boy then moves onto other chores. He uses the bathroom, and quickly cleans the toilet, and even the shower. After washing his hands, he does some washing. While the machine is running, he vacuums (用吸尘器清扫) his bed, clears the dust from the machine and sweeps the floor of the living room. In the end, he gets fully dressed and goes to school. The video has been viewed over 28 million times since it was shared online. It also got 1.9 million likes and 33,000 comments (评论). People are surprised to see the child doing so many chores. “The boy is so great that he is well-organized (有条理的) and independent,” one wrote. There are also people worrying that the boy might do too much for his age. “So much for enjoying being a kid. He can do that when he is older,” another wrote. 1．Why did the mother post the video online? A．To show how independent her son is. B．To compare her son with other children. C．To share with others how her son learns to do chores. 2．What did the boy do while the washing machine was working? A．He made breakfast for himself. B．He cleaned the toilet and the shower. C．He cleaned his bed and swept the floor. 3．What do we know about the video? A．It is about a boy doing chores after school. B．It has been watched by over 33 million people. C．People watching it show different feelings about it. 4．The structure (结构) of the passage is ______. A．①②/③④/⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②③④⑤ Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南怀化溆浦县·期中) During the winter vacation, what is the most popular? That must be DeepSeek, an AI tool (人工智能工具) from China. It makes a stunning debut (惊艳亮相) across the world. It was so popular that even many great companies want to cooperate (合作) with its company, which is also called DeepSeek. Besides the famous AI tools, it has created some amazing learning tools with the help of AI. For example, they carefully look at how students study. They find out if a student likes reading aloud or silently, which subjects are easy and which ones are difficult. After that, they make special study plans for each student. If a student is bad at math, the plan will have more math practice. Another great thing about DeepSeek is the fast feedback (反馈). When students finish their homework or tests, it quickly shows what’s wrong and gives easy-to-understand advice to make it right. This helps students learn from their mistakes right away. Teachers also love DeepSeek. They can see how well students are doing at any time. They make clear reports, so teachers don’t have to spend hours checking. This gives them more time to prepare fun lessons or help students who need it. Now, lots of schools all over the world are using DeepSeek. Students are more excited about learning and feel more sure of themselves. 1．Which is the best title for the passage? A．Changes in Education: DeepSeek. B．Deepseek—Good Learning Helper. C．AI Improves Our Life. 2．What does the underlined word “This” refer to? A．DeepSeek. B．Feedback. C．Advice. 3．What can we infer from the passage? A．Teachers spent more time checking how well students are doing. B．Students won’t need teachers to learn with the help of DeepSeek. C．DeepSeek can find out what subject you are good at and bad at. 4．If we put the passage into three parts, which of the following is the best? A．①/②/③④⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②③/④⑤ Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南邵阳武冈·期中) Zhang Jie is a 12-year-old student. Every Friday afternoon after school, she doesn’t go home right away, but heads to an AI study room to do her homework. “I enjoy studying in the AI study room, It’s quiet here,” Zhang says. “There is a tablet (平板) on each desk. It acts like a smart teacher, giving me lessons and exercises. This way of learning is quite fun. And it can find out my weak points (弱点) and help me get better at them.” “There are real teachers, too. They help us make plans to learn better by ourselves,” Zhang says. Many cities in China have AI study rooms. More and more people are getting interested in them. Some parents like them because they help their kids with their schoolwork. However, some people think students should not rely (依靠) too much on AI, or they will lose their ability to think. Experts (专家) say AI study rooms can be good for learning, but there are also some problems. Some tablets don’t work well and can make mistakes. Also, there are no clear rules on how to use them well. So, the AI study room is a new way to help students learn, but it still needs to get better in many ways. 1．When does Zhang go to the AI study room? A．Every afternoon. B．Every Friday afternoon. C．Every Saturday afternoon. 2．Why does Zhang like studying in the AI study room? ①She can learn quietly.                  ②She can learn in an interesting way. ③She can focus on her weak points.        ④She can get help from real teachers. A．①②④ B．②③④ C．①②③④ 3．Some people are worried that students may if they rely too much on AI. A．make mistakes easily B．lose their ability to think C．lose their ability to learn 4．Experts think that people should to make better use of AI study rooms. A．work well with schools B．follow parents’ advice C．make some clear rules Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南长沙北雅中学·期中) This year there were big changes for both students and teachers at Beijing New Oriental Foreign Language School in Yangzhou, Jiangsu. These changes came after the school started using AI (人工智能) tools. Now, teachers can use AI to make special exercises and tests for each student. This helps teachers teach in a way that fits each student’s needs and abilities. That’s to say, the ways of teaching are proper for each student with the help of AI. After finishing a unit, teachers use AI to choose different questions from an online question bank. Then AI makes special exercises about the unit for students. These exercises are printed on paper sheets (纸). “Thanks to these AI-made sheets, we don’t need to carry heavy exercise books anymore.” said 14-year-old He Liyan. Students write their answers on answer sheets. Teachers scan (扫描) these sheets into an AI system (系统). The AI then helps to check the answers. “Now our teacher doesn’t explain every question. Instead, she only talks about common mistakes and helps each of us personally.” said 15-year-old Wang Dinghan. What’s more, students get special mistake lists or homework made by AI based on (根据) their past test results. “The homework focuses on what I got wrong before, so I don’t waste time on things I already know. I really love the homework made by AI!” said He. “I used to write down my mistakes in a notebook to review later.” said 15-year-old Yu Zifu, “But now, AI does this for me!” 1．What does the underlined word “fits” mean in Paragraph 2? A．适合 B．提高 C．预测 2．What’s the best thing about AI-made sheets? A．Teachers have to check all the answers. B．Teachers need to explain every mistake. C．Students don’t carry heavy exercise books. 3．Why do students like the homework made by AI? A．Because AI gives them more homework. B．Because the homework focuses on mistakes. C．Because students don’t need to do homework. 4．What’s the main idea of the passage? A．AI takes the place of teachers’ jobs. B．The school makes changes with AI tools. C．Students stop studying because of AI. Passage 6 (24-25八下·湖南长沙湖南师大附中教育集团联考·期中) You get into bed after a long day and plan to spend a few minutes on your phone before sleeping. However, falling asleep isn’t as easy as expected. What’s wrong? Here is a study that may tell you the answer. According to a new study, your phone may be the main problem. Researchers asked 85 kids aged 11 to 14 to wear body cameras for a week, starting from three hours before bedtime. A second camera was placed in their bedrooms to monitor their phone use in bed. The kids also wore a device (设备) to record their sleep. Researchers found that 99% of the kids used their phones in the two hours before bed, over half used their phones while in bed, and about a third used them after trying to sleep. The results showed that screen time in bed put off kids’ sleep by about half an hour and cut down on their total sleep time. The influence (影响) was larger when they played games or used more than one screen. “While the science guidebooks advise that no screen time in an hour or two before bed, keeping phones out of the bedroom might help you get a better night’s sleep,” said the lead researcher, Bradley Brosnan. Now from the meaningful study, teenagers should come to know that your phone can make it difficult for you to fall asleep, so why don’t you put down your phone before going to bed or keep away from it so that you can get a sound sleep? It’s really a must for wise kids today. 1．What does the underlined word “monitor” in Paragraph 2 mean? A．远离 B．保管 C．监视 2．How many of the kids used their phones while in bed? A．Less than 30%. B．More than 50%. C．Exactly 99%. 3．What’s Bradley Brosnan’s advice for a better sleep? A．Keep the phone out of the bedroom. B．Go to bed one or two hours earlier. C．Use eye-friendly screens to play games. 4．What’s the main idea of the text? A．Kids’ unhealthy living habits. B．Some useful advice to develop good habits. C．A good phone use habit to help kids fall asleep easier. Passage 7 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳八中教育集团·期中) There is a famous English saying, “You are what you eat.” It means that what you put in your mouth will become part of you. Many experts use it to tell people it’s important to have a good eating habit. For example, too much sweet food makes a person overweight. To avoid being too heavy, kids are told to keep away from sweet food. However, a team of American scientists have found something new about eating sweet food. “When we say someone is ‘sweet’, we mean they are kind and friendly. Maybe this can help us learn more about a person’s character.” said Brian Meier, a scientist from the study team. “Taste is something we experience every day. What we did is to find out if someone’s character has to do with his taste.” In the first experiment, student were asked questions about their character to see whether, for example, they were friendly or not. Then they were asked to make a list of their favorite food. According to their answers, the scientists found that the students who liked sweet food were nicer. People who like sweet food usually have a better relationship with other people. In another experiment, the scientists found that people who liked sweet food such as candies and chocolate were more ready to help other people in need, and those who loved non-sweet food such as eggs and chips weren’t. For example, people with a sweet tooth were more prepared to volunteer to clean up their city, visit sick children in the hospital and so on. The result of the experiments is that people’s helpfulness or being nice has something to do with their taste for sweet food. So eating sweet food is a useful way to make people nice and helpful. Next time, try some ice cream. 1． The underlined word “overweight” in Paragraph 1 probably means “______” in Chinese. A．过胖的 B．生病的 C．糖分过高的 2． The first experiment shows that people who like sweet ______. A．are more ready to help others B．are more friendly C．get worse along with others 3． The result of the experiments shows that ______. A．one’s character has nothing to do with their taste B．a person with a taste for sweet food is more helpful C．children should eat lots of sweet food to keep healthy 4． How is the passage organized? (P= Paragraph) A． B． C． Passage 8 (24-25八下·湖南长沙明德教育集团·期中) Do you feel embarrassed (尴尬的) when someone sees you talking to yourself? To be honest, most people do. But don’t feel bad about it! Talking to yourself actually has a lot of advantages. Talking to yourself, especially in the third person, can help us manage bad feelings. “Talking to yourself in the third person is like giving yourself advice,” said Jason Moser, a professor (教授) from Michigan State University, US. Moser uses himself in an example. He does not like flying, but he has to fly often for his work. So when he is feeling nervous or afraid during a flight (航班), he talks to himself—only silently. “Well, you know, Jason knows air travel is very safe. And Jason has been on thousands of flights.” This can help us to see things from a different aspect (角度), especially when we are feeling sad or anxious. Self-talk also helps to improve memory. Researchers tested four different ways to memorize things: reading silently, reading aloud, listening to someone else read and listening to a recording of oneself reading. “Those who read out loud recalled the information the best.” researchers said in their study. “It’s because the information will probably become a long-term memory if it is said out loud.” When encouragement comes from oneself, it adds to self-confidence (自信). A study invited 72 tennis players to take part in some matches. Researchers put the players into two groups: one group that said nothing while playing, and the other that talked to themselves while playing. They found that the self-talkers showed more confidence and played better than those in the silent group. If you want to better perform in your daily life, it’s always a good choice to talk to yourself. In this way, we will be able to manage bad feelings, improve memory and build confidence. 1． How does the writer lead into the topic? A．By listing facts. B．By raising questions. C．By giving examples. 2． What can we learn from Jason Moser in Paragraph Two? A．He feels more relaxed after talking to himself. B．He doesn’t like flying and he seldom flies for his work. C．Talking to yourself in the first person is like giving yourself advice. 3． Who can recall the information best according to researchers in the study? A．People who read aloud. B．People who read silently. C．People who listen to someone else read. 4． What is the structure of the passage? A．①//②③④⑤ B．①②//③④//⑤ C．①//②③④//⑤ 主题02 人与社会—— 社会公德；文化娱乐；科技发展；语言文化；文化交流 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南永州蓝山县·期中) March 5 is Lei Feng Day. People are encouraged to help others and to learn from Lei Feng. This year, my classmates and I went to do some cleaning in a street. We finished our work, took photos and talked with some people about their lives. One old lady said she remembered how all students used to do helpful work in the street. Another told us that when she was young, she and her friends would do a lot of simple (简单的) things to help others. They would help people carry things or fix broken chairs at school. “But things have changed over these years. The young students don’t really understand the spirit of Lei Feng,” she continued (继续). “Nowadays, they do good things because other people told them to do and asked them to take photos to put on the school website (网站).” Her words made me think. We have been told to do things to help others on Lei Feng Day. But none (没有) of the love and care came from our own hearts. We should believe that they can make a difference. We don’t need cameras or praise (赞美). We can do better if we keep the spirit of Lei Feng inside ourselves. “Learn from Lei Feng” shouldn’t be a yearly fad. Everyone should carry out their good behaviors all year round and we will have a better tomorrow. 1．What did the writer and his classmates do on Lei Feng Day? A．Fixed broken chairs. B．Did some cleaning. C．Carried things. 2．Why do young students do good things nowadays? A．Other people told them to do so. B．They want to make friends. C．They want to get money. 3．What does the underlined phrase “a yearly fad” mean in Chinese? A．一年的支出 B．每年的足迹 C．一时的潮流 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Lei Feng Day is no longer important these days. B．Helping others should be a daily habit, not just on Lei Feng Day. C．Only old people remembered Lei Feng’s spirit. Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南长沙宁乡·期中) Ne Zha 2 has been a big success! So far, it has made more than 12 billion yuan at the box office (票房), becoming the highest-grossing movie in Chinese film history. The movie came out on January 29, 2025, during the Spring Festival holiday. People really wanted to see it, and movie theaters were full of excited audiences (观众). In just a few days, In made more money than Ne Zha I did in total. Ne Zha 2 is based on old Chinese stories from a famous book called Investiture of the Gods (《封神演义》 ) . It was directed by Jiaozi, a well-known director in the animation field. He also directed Ne Zha 1, which was very popular around the world and made $725 million. One of the most interesting things about Ne Zha 2 is its special character designs. The movie uses new technology to show more exciting fight scenes (场景) and beautiful views. Jiaozi mixes traditional Chinese styles with modern designs, so people of all ages can enjoy the movie. Also, Ne Zha 2 helps share Chinese myths with people all over the world. Investiture of the Gods is a famous Chinese story, and Ne Zha is one of the most loved characters in it. By telling this story, the movie spreads (传播) Chinese culture globally. Ne Zha 2 has been shown in many countries, like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, and people everywhere love it. 1． How does the writer start the passage? A．By asking questions. B．By offering advice. C．By telling the facts. 2． When did Ne Zha 2 come out? A．On January 29,2024. B．During the Spring Festival this year. C．During the National Day holiday in 2025. 3． What can we know about Ne Zha 2 and Ne Zha 1? A．Ne Zha 2 and Ne Zha I have the same box - office earnings. B．The director of Ne Zha 2 also directed Ne Zha 1. C．Ne Zha 2 has fewer fight scenes than Ne Zha l. 4． Which of the following is NOT true about Ne Zha 2? A．It uses new technology to create amazing scenes. B．Its character designs combine old and new styles. C．It only tells Chinese traditional stories to people in our country. Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南永州道县·期中) DeepSeek has become very important in the tech world. It has brought a lot of excitement to the AI industry. DeepSeek uses an open-source method. This means it doesn’t share all its training data, but it lets developers see key parts like the model design, settings, and training steps. This gives young talents—such as students from the University of Hong Kong and Peking University—a great chance to use these tools for AI research and new ideas. What makes DeepSeek special is how well it fits China’s needs. Because of technology restrictions from some Western countries (like chip export controls芯片出口管制), companies like Nvidia face challenges. To solve this, DeepSeek worked with Hygon, a Chinese chip maker. Together, they made sure DeepSeek’s AI models run smoothly on Hygon’s DCU chips well. This success helps China rely less on foreign chips and supports the growth of its own AI and chip industry. It also prepares for a future where China can be more independent in technology. In short, DeepSeek is inspiring young people to join and help shape the future of AI. 1． What does DeepSeek share in its open-source strategy? A．All its training data. B．Only the final AI product. C．Model structure, parameters, and training methods. 2． What does the underlined word “open-source” most likely mean in the passage? A．Free to use but cannot be changed. B．Sharing some key information for public use. C．Keeping everything secret. 3． Why did DeepSeek work with Hygon? A．To solve chip supply problems caused by foreign restrictions. B．To stop using AI technology. C．To compete with Peking University students. 4． How is the passage organized? A．First discussing problems, then giving examples. B．Comparing DeepSeek with other AI companies. C．Introducing DeepSeek, explaining its method, and then its influence. Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南长沙长郡集团·期中) “You pretty, he ugly. You swan (天鹅), he frog!” Foreign people just love these funny English sentences going around the Chinese Internet. It all started when a foreign girl named Kris posted a sad photo online. It looked like her boyfriend made her cry. Some nice Chinese people tried to cheer her up. They asked her to find someone better. Some made funny Chinglish to make her feel happy, such as “You swan, he frog!” This became a hit with foreigners. Many found it cool. They shared it a lot online and made funny pictures with it. “I need Chinese netizens (网友) to call the people who hurt me frogs,” said a foreign Internet user, showing her love for the expression. Some of them wanted to know why Chinese people use “swan” and “frog” to describe this couple. After looking into it, they learned that it came from the Chinglish. In the past, people often corrected those who spoke Chinglish because it was full of grammar mistakes. It often combines Chinese grammar, vocabulary or cultural expressions with English, resulting in some Chinese-English forms. However, with globalization (全球化), people from different countries can now share their ideas more often, so different styles of speaking English like Chinglish are becoming more accepted. English with local touches can also be popular. For example, the well-known “add oil” has now appeared in the Oxford Dictionary and people use it widely. The phrase shows Chinese culture. “Once I understood the full meaning, it became much funnier,” said Cody, a young man from New Zealand, when asked about “You swan, he frog!” “It’s great that more Chinese culture is being shared with the rest of the world.” 1． How did many foreigners react (反应) to the expression “You swan, he frog”? A．They shared it online and made funny pictures with it. B．They didn’t like it and laughed at Kris. C．Someone wrote a book about it and shared it online. 2．What does the underlined word “combines” mean in the last paragraph? A．分享 B．结合 C．交流 3． Why is Chinglish more accepted now? A．Because people don’t care about grammar anymore. B．Because globalization allows different English styles to spread. C．Because foreign people start to learn Chinese now. 4． What is the passage mainly about? A．Foreigners love Chinglish expressions about animals. B．Foreigners find it hard to understand Chinese culture. C．Chinglish expressions are becoming popular among foreigners. Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南长沙望城区·期中) iShowSpeed, a famous YouTuber with over 37 million fans, recently visited China and live-streamed (直播) his experiences. His real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., and he is known for his lively and energetic personality, which is why many Chinese fans call him “Hyperthyroid Brother” (甲亢哥). His China tour started in Shanghai. As soon as he arrived, he was welcomed by excited fans. During his stay in Shanghai, he was amazed by the city’s modern buildings and high-speed trains. He also joined fans in singing the song “Sunshine Rainbow Little White Horse”. The song has a phrase that sounds like a word with bad meaning in English, but in Chinese it just means “that one”. This made for some funny moments during his live - stream. Next, he went to Beijing. Wearing a special North-East style jacket, he explored the Forbidden City and climbed the Great Wall. He was deeply amazed by the long history and greatness of these places. In Henan, his visited the Shaolin Temple. He learned Kung fu from a master there. After the learning, when he wanted to pay the master, the master refused, saying they were friends because of Kung fu, and friendship was more important than money. This kind act touched IShowSpeed and his viewers. Finally, in Chengdu, he enjoyed spicy hot pot and watched the amazing Sichuan opera face-changing performance. Everywhere he went, he showed his true feelings about China’s culture, technology, and friendly people on his live-stream. IShowSpeed’s China tour not only cheer up his fans but also let the world see a real and wonderful China. It broke the wrong ideas that some Western media (媒体) had spread, and made more people interested in China. 1． Why do many Chinese fans call Darren Jason Watkins Jr. “Hyperthyroid Brother”? A．Because he has a health problem. B．Because of his lively and energetic personality. C．Because he likes to act like he has hyperthyroidism. 2． What was the funny moment during IShowSpeed’s live-stream in Shanghai? A．He couldn’t understand the Chinese language. B．The misunderstanding about the song “Sunshine Rainbow Little White Horse”. C．He got lost in the big city. 3． How many places did IShowSpeed visit according to the passage? A．3. B．5. C．4. 4． What can we learn from IShowSpeed’s China tour? A．China is a country full of history, culture, and friendly people. B．Western media’s reports about China are always true. C．IShowSpeed only came to China for money. Passage 6 (24-25八下·湖南娄底直学校联合体·期中) AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is a super cool and fast - changing technology. It’s all around us and making our lives different in many ways. AI means machines or computer systems that can do things just like we do, like learning, solving problems, and making decisions. You probably know about voice - controlled helpers like Siri or Deep Seek. They use AI to understand what we say. When you ask them something, they look through a lot of information really fast to give you the best answer. In hospitals, AI is a big help. It can look at X-rays and MRIs. This helps doctors find diseases earlier and better. Sometimes, AI can see things in the pictures that doctors might miss. AI is also great for businesses. Chatbots (聊天机器人), which are like little computer helpers, use AI. They can answer common questions, work out simple problems, and tell you about products all day and night. This makes customers (顾客) happy and means companies (工厂) don’t need so many people to answer the phones. But AI isn’t perfect. One big worry is that it might take some people’s jobs. Since AI can do a lot of simple jobs, some workers might lose their jobs. Another problem is about our private (私人的) information, AI needs a lot of data (数据), and we’re not always sure how that data is collected, kept safe, and used. Even with these problems, the future of AI looks really good and bright. It will keep changing different parts of our lives and bring us more convenience (方便) and new ideas. 1． What is AI? A．Machines or computer systems that act like people. B．A magic thing that makes machines sing. C．A new kind of toy. 2． What does AI do in hospitals? A．Make doctors work more. B．Make new hospitals. C．Help doctors look at medical pictures to find diseases. 3． What is one problem with AI? A．It costs too much to use. B．It makes some people lose their jobs. C．It’s too slow to do anything. 4． Which part of a magazine may the passage be taken from? A．Art. B．Health. C．Science. 主题03 人与自然——气候变化；动物行为 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南永州宁远县·期中) When you hear the word “shapeshifting” (变形), you may think of the robots in the science fiction movies instead of the animals. But that’s what animals are doing to deal with (处理) climate change (气候变化). Animals have their own ways to deal with climate change. For example, a new study shows that some warm-blooded animals are experiencing their body changes because of the climate. Some of them are slowly growing larger beaks (喙), legs and ears because of the rising temperature, while others living in colder climates have smaller legs, ears and beaks. “When we talk about climate change, we often ask ourselves ‘Can humans control this?’ or ‘What technology (科技) can solve this?’ But we should know that just like humans, animals also have to be used to these changes,” said the writer, Sara Ryding. Larger beaks, legs and ears can help them lose heat (热量) more easily, so they can cool themselves down as the earth gets warmer. If animals can’t control their body temperature, they can overheat and die. In one example, the beaks of some Australian parrots have grown 4 to 10 percent larger since 1871. The study says that is because of rising summer temperatures over the years. There are more examples—wood mice have longer tails, and bats have bigger wings in warm climates. Although the changes are still small, Ryding said they could be more clear as the days become hotter. “Body parts like ears may become much bigger, so we might have animals like Dumbo, a big-eared elephant in Disney cartoon, in the near future.” Although animals are changing their body shapes, scientists say that it doesn’t mean everything is fine. It just means they are trying hard to live. Not all animals will succeed. “Humans have caused the climate change, which is giving a lot of pressure on animals.” said Ryding. 1． In warmer places, what changes do some warm-blooded animals have from Paragraph 2? A．Larger ears. B．Smaller legs. C．Smaller eyes. 2． Why do animals change their body shapes along with climate change? A．To show the importance of food. B．To help control the body temperature. C．To describe the change of the earth. 3． According to the text, which of the following is TRUE? A．Humans have already controlled the climate change. B．Some animals may be in danger with rising temperatures. C．Animals’ body parts will become smaller and smaller. 4． What can we learn from the text? A．We should get on well with our environment. B．We should care more about our health. C．We should know more about animals’ food. Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南衡东一中教育集团·期中) When you get really sleepy, you may nod off (打瞌睡) for a short time. Chinstrap penguins (帽带企鹅) in the South Pole nod off more than 10,000 times a day! A new study in Science said this. A group of scientists studied 14 chinstrap penguins in the South Pole. They put electrodes (电极) on the penguins’ heads and necks to see their brain activities. The scientists also followed them by GPS and watched them for 10 days. The penguins never have a long sleep—the longest sleep is 34 seconds. On average (平均), the penguins sleep 4 seconds at a time. But in one day, they sleep for more than 1 1 hours. So they get enough rest. The penguins sleep like this because they need to protect (保护) their eggs and babies. If they sleep for too long, the babies may get hurt by seabirds and other penguins. Also, their home is usually noisy and crowded. So the parent penguins just have very short sleep to stay alert. Dolphins sleep with only half a brain! Half of the brain is awake, while the other half falls into a deep sleep. They stay alert for 24 hours a day all their lives. Some birds also fly while sleeping with half of their brain. For example, frigate birds (军舰鸟) fly for months over the ocean. When the wind can keep them from falling into the water, they sleep for 10 seconds at a time while flying. 1． Why do parent penguins never have a long sleep? A．To protect themselves from getting hurt. B．To stop their eggs and babies from getting hurt. C．To protect their noisy and crowded home. 2． What do dolphins and frigate birds have in common? A．They sleep for 10 seconds at a time. B．They stay awake for 24 hours a day. C．They only use half of their brain when sleeping. 3． What does the underlined word “alert” mean? A．安静的 B．警惕的 C．紧张的 4． In which part of a magazine can we probably read the passage? A．Education. B．Culture. C．Nature. 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题03 阅读理解（说明文） 主题01 人与自我——劳动与责任；心理健康；急救知识；安全知识 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳蒸湘区蒸湘区联考·期中) Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, has a new rule for both parents and children. It asks parents to make sure their children spend at least two hours a week doing chores at home. It aims (旨在) to teach children about the importance of labor work (劳动) and help them develop labor skills. There is a lot of discussion about the new rule. Some people think it’s a good idea, but others disagree. “I just have a few hours to relax every weekend, and I have little time to do chores,” Wang Xing, a middle school student in Changzhou said. “I hardly have any classmates who do chores.” Xiong Bingqi, an expert, said, “To make sure the new rule works well, parents’ participation (参与) is very important.” He advised that parents help their children learn about labor work and have their children do chores for two hours each week. “Some parents care too much about grades and forget to teach children important life skills. That’s why we believe it’s necessary to help children get labor skills and learn the importance of labor work,” Xiong said. “Doing chores can make students smarter and healthier. Just being good at school isn’t enough to be successful if students don’t have other important skills.” 1．What is Paragraph 1 mainly about? A．A study on how much time kids spend doing chores. B．A way for teachers to teach kids labor skills. C．A new rule of kids’ labor education in Changzhou. 2．Wang Xing doesn’t like the rule because ______. A．he thinks it’s meaningless B．he is too busy to do chores C．studies are more important to him 3．In Paragraph 4, Xiong Bingqi talks about the importance of ______. A．teachers’ role B．classmates’ help C．parents’ participation 4．Which of the following may Xiong Bingqi agree with? A．It is OK to teach kids labor skills when they grow up. B．It is hard to be successful if kids don’t have life skills. C．It is impossible for kids to do chores for two hours every week. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了江苏省常州市出台的一项新规定，要求家长确保孩子每周至少做两小时家务，旨在培养孩子的劳动技能和意识，并围绕该规定引发的讨论展开说明。 1．主旨大意题。根据“Changzhou…has a new rule…to teach children about the importance of labor work”可知，本段重点介绍常州关于儿童劳动教育的新规。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“I just have a few hours to relax…and I have little time to do chores”可知，王星反对的原因是周末空闲时间少，无暇做家务。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“parents’ participation is very important”可知，熊炳奇强调家长参与的重要性。故选C。 4．观点态度题。根据“Just being good at school isn’t enough…if students don’t have other important skills”可推知，熊炳奇认为缺乏生活技能难以成功。故选B。 Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南湘潭电机子弟中学·期中) Most students in America do housework after school. Parents often ask their children to do something easy or interesting at home. Also, they want their children to do something hard or boring. Parents would like to give their children some pocket money (零花钱) for that. And the children can make some money by doing the housework. Mr. Green says that he gives his twelve and fifteen-year-old daughters Sasha and Malia just a dollar every week, because they often set the table, wash the dishes and clean up their bedrooms on weekends. One dollar is little for the housework, but the two children are very happy to make their pocket money. They buy their favorite books or food with it. Mr. Green hopes his daughters can lean some money-management skills (技能). 1．What can we know from the first paragraph (段落)? A．American parents only ask their children to do something hard at home. B．American parents pay some money for their children’s housework. C．American children do not like doing housework. 2．What does the underlined word “money-management” mean? A．资金管理 B．资金缺陷 C．资金陷阱 3．Which kind of housework don’t Mr Green’s daughters do? A．Cleaning up their bedrooms B．Washing their clothes. C．Washing dishes 4．How do the two children feel about making their pocket money? A．Happy B．Excited C．Bored 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了美国父母通过让孩子做家务来给予零花钱的现象，并以格林先生的两个女儿为例说明这种做法的目的和效果。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Parents would like to give their children some pocket money for that. And the children can make some money by doing the housework.”可知，美国父母会为孩子的家务劳动支付报酬。故选B。 2．词句猜测题。根据文章第二段“Mr. Green hopes his daughters can learn some money-management skills.”可知，格林先生希望他的女儿们能学习一些资金管理技能，因此划线单词“money-management”意为“资金管理”。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“they often set the table, wash the dishes and clean up their bedrooms on weekends.”可知，她们经常在周末摆桌子、洗碗和打扫卧室，未提及“洗衣服”，所以格林先生的女儿们不做洗衣服的家务。故选B。 4．观点态度题。根据文章第二段“but the two children are very happy to make their pocket money.”可知，两个孩子对赚零花钱的态度是开心的。故选A。 Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南张家界永定区·期中) Children need to learn how to do chores and help their parents with housework. BusyKid is an app (应用程序) that makes doing chores for children easier. Parents set the chores and the money When kids finish the chores, they click “I did it !”. Then on Friday kids can get the money for doing the chores .   Burton is a student and he likes the app. “I can get money, then I can divide it up into three parts: save, share, and spend,” he said. “It teaches me how to make money and use it in the real world.”    Many students spend too much time watching TV or playing computer games after school. They may wonder, “Why do I have to do chores?” Nancy uses the app with her children. She said, “I get that question often. I just tell them that’s the way your parents raise you and we want to teach you responsibility (责任). ”Margie Zitko couldn’t agree more. “Children should have chores at home,” she said. “We shouldn’t do everything for our kids. We have to help them learn about real life. Home is where kids learn.” Zitko advised that children start doing chores at a young age. The earlier kids learn to be independent, the better it is for their future. She also said the best way to help kids do chores at first is to work with them. 1． Which of the following is TRUE about BusyKid ? A．It has many games . B．It helps children with chores . C．Students can watch TV with it . 2． What does the underlined word “divide” in Paragraph 2 mean in Chinese ? A．获得 B．请求 C．分配 3．Why does Nancy ask her children to do chores ? A．To teach them responsibility . B．To teach them how to make money . C．To stop them from watching TV . 4． What can we learn from Margie Zitko’s words ? A．Children can learn a lot from doing chores . B．Parents should let children do chores alone . C．Parents should stop children playing games . 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了Busykid这个软件可以帮助孩子们更容易做家务以及做家务带来的好处。 1．细节理解题。根据“Busykid is an app (应用程序) that makes doing chores for children easier”可知Busykid是一款让孩子做家务变得更容易的应用程序，即Busykid帮助孩子做家务。故选B。 2．词义猜测题。根据“‘I can get money, then I can divide it up into three parts: save, share, and spend,’”可知，此处表示把钱分为三部分：储蓄、分享和消费。此处devide为“分配”。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“Nancy uses the app with her children. She said, ‘I get that question often. I just tell them that’s the way your parents raise you and we want to teach you responsibility (责任).’ ”可知Nancy想教会她的孩子们责任感。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据“We have to help them learn about real life. Home is where kids learn.”可知我们必须帮助他们了解真实的生活。家是孩子学习的地方；由此推知孩子们可以从做家务中学到很多东西。故选A。 Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南邵阳城步苗族自治县城步十校·期中) Teenagers’ Problems and Solutions (解决办法) Many teenagers face different kinds of problems in their daily lives. Here are some common ones and suggestions to solve them. Problem 1: Too much homework Some students feel stressed because they have too much homework and not enough time to relax. Solution: Make a study plan. Finish the most difficult homework first and take short breaks every hour. Problem 2: Arguments (争吵) with parents Teenagers sometimes argue with their parents about small things like clothes, hairstyles or friends. Solution: Try to communicate calmly. Listen to your parents’ opinions and explain your thoughts politely. Problem 3: Feeling lonely Some students feel lonely because they don’t have many friends or are too shy to talk to others. Solution: Join school clubs or sports teams. Smile and say hello to classmates. Small steps can help you make new friends. Problem 4: Poor sleep Staying up late playing games or watching videos makes some students tired in class. Solution: Turn off electronic devices one hour before bedtime. Read a book or listen to soft music to relax. 1．What is the solution for too much homework? A．Do easy homework first. B．Make a study plan. C．Ask teachers for less homework. 2．How can teenagers solve arguments with parents? A．By shouting loudly. B．By communicating calmly. C．By avoiding talking to them. 3．What is suggested (建议) for students who feel lonely? A．Stay alone at home. B．Join school activities. C．Play games with classmates. 4．Why do some students feel tired in class? A．They eat too much. B．They sleep late at night. C．They exercise too much. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了青少年在日常生活中面临的一些常见问题，并针对每个问题给出了相应的解决办法。 1．细节理解题。根据文章中“Problem 1: Too much homework”部分的内容“Solution: Make a study plan. Finish the most difficult homework first and take short breaks every hour.”可知，对于作业太多的问题，解决办法是制定学习计划，先完成最难的作业，并且每小时休息一会儿。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章中“Problem 2: Arguments (争吵) with parents”部分的内容“Solution: Try to communicate calmly. Listen to your parents’ opinions and explain your thoughts politely.”可知，青少年与父母争吵时，解决办法是冷静地沟通，倾听父母的意见并礼貌地解释自己的想法。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据文章中“Problem 3: Feeling lonely”部分的内容“Solution: Join school clubs or sports teams. Smile and say hello to classmates. Small steps can help you make new friends.”可知，对于感到孤独的学生，建议参加学校俱乐部或运动队，向同学微笑并打招呼，这些小步骤可以帮助他们结交新朋友。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据文章中“Problem 4: Poor sleep”部分的内容“Staying up late playing games or watching videos makes some students tired in class.”可知，一些学生上课感到疲倦是因为他们晚上熬夜玩游戏或看视频。故选B。 Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南岳阳岳阳县·期中) What should we do if one of our classmates suddenly falls ill or gets hurt? Here are some steps you should follow. But always remember to look for medical care after first aid (急救) if the wound is serious. Broken bones (骨头): Take away clothing from the wound. Use an ice pack. Don’t move the hurt body part while waiting for the doctor to arrive. Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water. Pack the wound with a clean cloth if it is bleeding. If the bleeding has stopped, cover the area with a bandage and take the person to the hospital. Make sure you remember what kind of animal it is, so the doctor can find the right way to treat him or her at once. Fainting (昏厥): Have him or her lie with feet lifted a little. Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall. Make sure he or she can breathe and let fresh air in. Clean the person’s face with a cool cloth. Nosebleeds: Have the person sit up with his or her head tilted (倾斜) forward a little. Do not have the person tilt his or her head back because this may cause heavy breathing or coughing. Pinch (捏) the lower part of the nose for at least 10 minutes. 1．What should we do first when an animal bite happens? A．Put an ice pack on the wound. B．Wash the bite area with soap and water. C．Try to stop the bleeding with a clean cloth. 2．Which of the following is not right when a boy’s nose bleeds? A．Let his head not tilt back. B．Let his head tilt forward a little. C．Pinch his nose for less than 10 minutes. 3．Which part of a magazine may the passage come from? A．Lifestyle. B．Health. C．Education. 4．What’s the main idea of the passage? A．First aid for some accidental wounds. B．Ways to ask for help in getting hurt. C．Advice on ways not to get hurt. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了一些常见的突发意外伤害的应对措施。 1．细节理解题。根据“Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water.”可知，当被动物咬伤时，应该用肥皂和水清洗咬伤部位。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Nosebleeds: Pinch (捏) the lower part of the nose for at least 10 minutes.”可知，流鼻血时要捏鼻子的下部至少10分钟。故选项C表述错误。故选C。 3．推理判断题。通读全文内容可知，本文主要介绍了一些常见的突发意外伤害的应对措施。故可推知，本文可能来自于杂志的“健康”版块。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文内容可知，本文主要介绍了一些常见的突发意外伤害的应对措施。故选A。 Passage 6 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳船山实验中学·期中) What should we do if one of our classmates suddenly falls ill or gets hurt? Here are some steps you should follow for some accidental wounds (伤口). Broken bones (骨头): Take away clothing from the wound. Use an ice bag. Don’t move the hurt body part while waiting for the doctor to arrive. Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water. Cover the wound with a clean cloth if it is bleeding. If the bleeding stops, cover the area with a bandage and take the person to the hospital. Make sure you remember what kind of animal it is so the doctor can find the right way to treat him or her at once. Fainting (昏厥): Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall. Make sure he or she can breathe and let in fresh air. Clean the person’s face with a cool cloth. Nosebleeds: Have the person sit up with his or her head tilted (倾斜) forward a little, and have the person put his or her head down. Press the sides of his or her nose for at least 10 minutes. 1．What should we do first when an animal bite happens? A．Take the hurt person to the hospital. B．Wash the bite area with soap and water. C．Try to pack the wound with a clean cloth. 2．How many kinds of first aid situations are mentioned in the passage? A．Five. B．Four. C．Three. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．You should put some medicine on your broken bones. B．If someone faints, you should make sure he can breathe. C．If you have a nosebleed, do not put down your head. 4．In which part of a magazine can you probably see this passage? A．Education. B．Lifestyle. C．Health. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了针对骨折、动物咬伤、昏厥和流鼻血四种意外伤口的急救步骤。 1．细节理解题。根据“Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water.”可知，被动物咬伤，第一步是用肥皂和水清洗被咬的地方。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Broken bones”、“Animal bites”、“Fainting”和“Nosebleeds”可知，文章明确列举了四种急救场景。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Fainting (昏厥): Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall. Make sure he or she can breathe and let in fresh air.”可知，如果有人晕倒了，你应该确保他能呼吸。故选B。 4．推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章内容均为急救知识，属于健康领域，可能会在杂志的“健康”版块看到这篇文章。故选C。 Passage 7 (24-25八下·湖南邵阳新宁县十校联考·期中) What should we do if one of our classmates suddenly falls ill or gets hurt? Here are some steps you should follow. But remember to look for medical care after first aid (急救) if the wound is serious. Broken bones (骨头): Take away clothing from the wound. Use an ice pack. Don’t move the hurt body part while waiting for the doctor to arrive. Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water. Pack the wound with a clean cloth if it is bleeding (流血). If the bleeding has stopped, cover the area with a bandage (绷带) and take the person to the hospital. Make sure you remember what kind of animal it is, so the doctor can find the right way to treat him or her at once. Fainting (昏厥): Have him or her lie with feet lifted a little. Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall. Make sure he or she can breathe and let in fresh air. Clean the person’s face with a cool cloth. Nosebleeds: Have the person sit up with his or her head tilted (倾斜) forward a little. Do not have the person tilt his or her head back because this may cause heavy breathing or coughing. Pinch (捏) the lower part of the nose for at least 10 minutes. 1．What should we do first when an animal bite happens? A．Put an ice pack on the wound. B．Wash the bite area with soap and water. C．Try to stop the bleeding with a clean cloth. 2．When dealing with the problems of ________, we shouldn’t move the hurt (伤者). A．broken bones and animal bites B．animal bites and nosebleeds C．broken bones and fainting 3．Which of the following methods (方法) is NOT right when a boy’s nose bleeds? A．Let his head not tilt back. B．Let his head tilt forward a little. C．Pinch his nose for less than 10 minutes. 4．Which part of a magazine may the passage come from? A．Lifestyle. B．Health. C．Sports. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文介绍了当同学突然生病或受伤时，应采取的急救措施。 1．细节理解题。根据“Animal bites (咬伤): Wash the bite area with soap and water.”可知，被动物咬伤后，要用肥皂和水清洗咬伤部位。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Broken bones (骨头): ... Don’t move the hurt body part while waiting for the doctor to arrive.”及“Fainting (昏厥): Have him or her lie with feet lifted a little. Don’t move the body if you think there might be wounds from the fall.”可知，在处理骨折和晕倒的问题时，我们不应该移动身体。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“Nosebleeds: ... Pinch (捏) the lower part of the nose for at least 10 minutes.”可知，一个男孩的鼻子流血时，捏住鼻子下部至少10分钟。C选项说法是错误的，不是少于10分钟。故选C。 4．推理判断题。本文主要介绍了一些常见的突发意外伤害的应对措施。应该来自杂志的健康部分。故选B。 Passage 8 (24-25八下·湖南常德津市·期中) Do you eat breakfast every day? A new study shows if you don’t have breakfast, you will be in great danger of getting heart disease (心脏病). Scientists studied the information of 6,550 people over 40 years old for 18 years. Those people had no history of heart disease. 59% of them ate breakfast every day. 25% missed breakfast a few days. 10.9% hardly ate breakfast and 5.1% never did. The scientists found a clear relation between breakfast habits and the danger of getting heart disease. Those who didn’t eat in the morning were up to 87% more likely to have heart disease. Breakfast is an essential meal of the day, but a lot of people didn’t have it over the past 50 years in the US. 23.8% of young people don’t have breakfast every day. About the relation, the scientists gave a few reasons. First, when people don’t eat breakfast, they may eat much junk food. Second, breakfast helps to balance blood sugar levels (平衡血糖). A similar study shows people who don’t eat breakfast and eat dinner late are more likely to get heart disease. Also, they are more likely to spend little time exercising and have other bad living habits. For your health, remember to eat breakfast every day. 1．Of the 6,550 people in the study, how often did 59% of them eat breakfast? A．Always. B．Sometimes. C．Never. 2．What does the underlined word “essential” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Interesting. B．Enjoyable. C．Important. 3．What may people do if they don’t have breakfast? A．Eat much unhealthy food. B．Stay away from heart disease. C．Eat dinner late in the evening. 4．Why did the writer write this article? A．To tell people how to make breakfast. B．To ask people to eat breakfast every day. C．To tell people about a study on heart disease. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了一项关于早餐习惯与心脏病风险关系的研究，并强调了每日吃早餐的重要性。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“59% of them ate breakfast every day.”可知，这部分人每天都吃早餐。故选A。 2．词义猜测题。根据第二段“Those who didn’t eat in the morning were up to 87% more likely to have heart disease.”可知，不吃早餐的人患心脏病的可能性高达87%；再结合第三段“Breakfast is an essential meal of the day”和选项可推知，此处应表示早餐是很重要的一餐。因此，essential应理解为important“重要的”。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“First, when people don’t eat breakfast, they may eat much junk food”可知，不吃早餐的人可能会摄入更多不健康食物。故选A。 4．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“For your health, remember to eat breakfast every day.”可知，作者的写作目的是呼吁人们每天吃早餐。故选B。 Passage 9 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳逸夫中学·期中) The most common disease (疾病) in the world is the cold. It often starts with a sore throat. You sneeze (打喷嚏) and your nose runs. You usually have a headache, too. Often you have a cough later. It’s not a serious disease, but you can feel quite bad. There isn’t good medicine for a cold, but you can take medicine to make you feel better. It’s good to rest, and to drink a lot of water, too. A doctor once told me, “With the right medicine, a cold will last for several days. With no medicine, it will go on for a whole week!” Where does our medicine come from? A long time ago, people found that some plants made them feel better. They ate leaves, roots, fruits or seeds of plants. We know the juice of lemons makes a sore throat feel better. In modern times, scientists have studied many plants, and found out what chemicals are in them. Many kinds of our medicines today are made from those chemicals. There are some diseases that we can’t treat yet. But because of modern medicine, people now live longer than their grandparents. 1．From this article, a cold often starts with ________. A．a cough B．a sore throat C．a fever 2．What should we do when we catch a cold? A．We should wait for a whole week. B．We should stay in hospital for a week. C．We should have a good rest, drink much water and take some medicine. 3．What makes a sore throat feel better? A．The juice of oranges. B．Something inside lemons. C．The root of a plant. 4．What makes people now live longer than their grandparents? A．Some plants B．The cure for a cold. C．Modern medicine 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要讲述了感冒的症状和治疗方法，以及现代医学的发展和药物的来源。 1．细节理解题。根据“The most common disease (疾病) in the world is the cold. It often starts with a sore throat.”可知，感冒通常以喉咙痛开始。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“It’s good to rest, and to drink a lot of water, too.”和“the right medicine, a cold will last for several days.”可知，当我们感冒时，应该好好休息，多喝水，并服用一些药物。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“...know the juice of lemons makes a sore throat feel better.”可知，柠檬汁可以使喉咙痛感觉好一些。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“...because of modern medicine, people now live longer than their grandparents.”可知，现代医学使人们的寿命比他们的祖父母长。故选C。 Passage 10 (24-25八下·湖南长沙周南实验中学·期中) Firefighters get a fire call every 24 seconds in the US on average (平均). Every 87 seconds, a home fire happens. Just between January 1st, 2018 and January lst, 2023, 11, 180 home fire deaths happened in the country. But the best escape time for a fire is just three minutes or less. So everyone should pay attention to fire safety at home. Avoid (避免) starting a fire by getting to know common causes. Cooking tools are the number-one cause of home fires. Be especially careful when using them. Never leave the kitchen while cooking and make sure the tools are completely off after cooking. Electrical appliances (电器) can result in a fire, so check them often to make sure they are working properly. Smoking is another common cause of house fires. It’s never a good idea to smoke indoors, so take a few steps to go out. Lastly, don’t forget little kids. They usually find fire exciting and think of fire as a toy. So keep them away from fire and teach them about dangers of fire. How can we prevent home fires? The following tips may help. Get smoke alarms (烟雾报警器) The first step is to set up enough smoke alarms through your home. Get one in every room. Prepare fire extinguishers Keep fire extinguishers available at home. They can put out small fires. Check them often to make sure they work properly. Create a plan for escape A good plan should start with at least two escape ways from every room. Then know how fast your family can run, tell kids when and how to get out, and make a house map with all doors and windows. At last, choose a meeting place outside. And don’t forget to practice it often with every family member. You might think that these fire safety tips are common sense (常识). However, it’s difficult to think of them especially when you’re in a life-and-death moment. Take action with the tips and never take fire safety lightly at home. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By asking a question. B．By giving an example. C．By listing some numbers. 2．What has caused the most home fires? A．Cooking tools. B．Electrical appliances. C．Smoking indoors. 3．Which of the following is probably a fire extinguisher? A． B． C． 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．A lot of fire deaths happen every year. B．Everyone should take fire safety seriously. C．The cause of home fires and how to prevent them. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了和家庭消防安全有关的内容，告诉人们如何应对家中发生的火灾。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段的内容“Firefighters get a fire call every 24 seconds in the US on average (平均). Every 87 seconds, a home fire happens. Just between January 1st, 2018 and January lst, 2023, 11, 180 home fire deaths happened in the country. But the best escape time for a fire is just three minutes or less. So everyone should pay attention to fire safety at home.”可知，作者列举了很多数据。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“Cooking tools are the number-one cause of home fires.”可知，烹饪工具是家庭火灾的头号原因。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据第五段“Keep fire extinguishers available at home. They can put out small fires.”可知，fire extinguishers是灭火器。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。根据整篇文章内容可知，文章讲述了造成家庭火灾的各种因素及如何预防家庭火灾。故选C。 Passage 11 (24-25八下·湖南常德澧县·期中) What should you do if there’s an earthquake (地震) at school? How can you save yourself when you are caught in a stampede (踩踏)? March 25 this year give you something about safety. This day is called the National Day of Education on the Safety of Elementary and Middle School Students (NDESEMSS) (全国中小学生安全教育日). The topic of the day this year is to help students learn more about safety and make sure their lives safe. A survey showed that school accidents kill more students than anything else. The main accidents come from stampedes, earthquakes, fires and sports injuries (伤害). What can we do to keep ourselves safe? Staying calm is the first and most important rule when facing accidents. But we have different advice on different accidents. A stampede is possible anywhere. The more people get together, the more likely stampedes are to come. When students around you begin to push, you should stand still and try to hold onto something, or stay in a corner until the crowd leaves. If you fall down in a moving crowd, cover your head with both hands. Earthquakes are common. When you feel the ground shake, drop down, take cover under a desk and hold on. You should stay indoors until the shaking stops. If you are outdoor, don’t stay near buildings, trees or power lines. When there’s a fire, follow the teachers’ words, leave the classroom quickly and use a piece of cloth to cover your mouth and nose so that you don’t breathe in smoke. 1．What should you do first when accidents happen according to this passage? A．Run away. B．Stand there. C．Keep calm. 2．What can you know from the passage? A．When an earthquake happens, you should stay near buildings or trees. B．When there’s a fire, you should use cloth to cover your mouth and nose. C．If you fall down in a moving crowd, you can do nothing but wait there. 3．What’s the best title of the passage? A．Be Afraid of Accidents. B．Run Away from Accidents. C．How to Save Yourself from Accidents. 4．If the writer continues to write this passage, what will he write about? A．Sports injuries. B．The changes of fires. C．The reasons of accidents. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了全国中小学生安全教育日，强调面对事故要保持冷静，并分别给出了在踩踏、地震、火灾发生时的自救方法。 1．细节理解题。根据“Staying calm is the first and most important rule when facing accidents.”可知，当事故发生时，首先应该保持冷静。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“When there’s a fire, follow the teachers’ words, leave the classroom quickly and use a piece of cloth to cover your mouth and nose so that you don’t breathe in smoke.”可知，发生火灾时，应该用布捂住口鼻。故选B。 3．最佳标题题。根据“What should you do if there’s an earthquake ( 地震 ) at school?”并通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了在踩踏、地震、火灾等事故发生时，学生应该如何自救，围绕“如何从事故中自救”展开。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“The main accidents come from stampedes, earthquakes, fires and sports injuries (伤害).”可知，文章已介绍了踩踏、地震、火灾，接下来可能会介绍剩下的运动伤害。故选A。 主题02 人与自然——环境保护；动物行为 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南长沙湖南师大附中教育集团联考·期中) Do you know Chinese people ordered takeout (外卖) over 1,000 years ago? In the Song Dynasty, even emperors (皇帝) enjoyed food delivery (快递)! Common people also ordered meals—restaurant workers shouted daily specials on streets, and deliverymen brought food to homes. A famous painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival (《清明上河图》) even shows a takeout worker carrying meals in a special wooden box! Today, ordering food is easier than ever. With smart phones, we can get meals delivered in minutes. Over 60% of Chinese people order takeout twice a week. But experts said that depending too much on food delivery causes problems. Many takeout dishes are unhealthy. To make food tasty, restaurants use too much oil, salt, or sugar. Another danger is unsafe ingredients. Reports show that some restaurants use expired (过期的) food, and even reuse leftovers to cut costs. Eating this kind of food could cause some serious sicknesses. Takeout creates lots of trash. China produces over 6,500 tons of takeout waste daily—mostly plastic (塑料的) boxes and bags. These take 500 years to break down (分解)! They pollute rivers and oceans, hurting animals every single day. Ordering food seems cheap, but cooking at home saves more money. For example, the money of 30 takeout meals a month could buy enough rice to feed a family for months! Also, families who always order takeout miss the joy of cooking together. Food delivery isn’t all bad—it’s helpful when we’re sick or busy. But using it every day is like the old saying: “Too much of a good thing can be harmful.” Let’s learn from ancient people: they enjoyed takeout but still valued fresh, homemade meals. By cooking simple dishes with family, we protect our health, save money, and care for Earth—one meal at a time! 1．What did people in the Song Dynasty use to carry takeout meals? A．Plastic boxes and bags. B．A special wooden box. C．Common paper bags. 2．How does the writer show the pollution caused by takeout in Paragraph 4? A．By listing numbers. B．By offering advice. C．By making a comparison. 3．What’s the main purpose of Paragraph 5? A．To advise people to eat more rice. B．To show takeout is cheaper than cooking. C．To encourage people to cook at home. 4．Which of the following does the writer probably agree? A．Food delivery was not common in the old times. B．Too much of takeout can cause a lot of problems. C．We should say no to takeout because it’s all bad. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了中国外卖的历史和现状，另外，讨论了现代外卖的便利性，但也指出了外卖带来的问题，最后作者建议人们减少对外卖的依赖，多在家做饭，以保护健康、节省开支并减少对环境的负面影响。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“A famous painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival (《清明上河图》) even shows a takeout worker carrying meals in a special wooden box!”可知，在宋朝，人们用特制木盒来送外卖。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据第四段“China produces over 6,500 tons of takeout waste daily—mostly plastic (塑料的) boxes and bags. These take 500 years to break down (分解)! They pollute rivers and oceans, hurting animals every single day.”可知，第四段直接给出了外卖产生的垃圾数量，说明本段是通过列举数据来说明污染的严重性。故选A。 3．段落大意题。根据第五段“Ordering food seems cheap, but cooking at home saves more money. For example, the money of 30 takeout meals a month could buy enough rice to feed a family for months! Also, families who always order takeout miss the joy of cooking together.”可知，本段主要讲到点外卖似乎便宜但实际上自己下厨更省钱，也能享受烹饪快乐，意在鼓励人们在家做饭。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“But experts said that depending too much on food delivery causes problems.”、“Many takeout dishes are unhealthy.”、“Takeout creates lots of trash.”以及最后一段“But using it every day is like the old saying: ‘Too much of a good thing can be harmful.’ Let’s learn from ancient people: they enjoyed takeout but still valued fresh, homemade meals. By cooking simple dishes with family, we protect our health, save money, and care for Earth—one meal at a time!”可知，文中多次强调过度依赖外卖会带来健康和环境等方面的问题，因此作者认为过多的外卖会引发许多问题。故选B。 Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南永州新田县·期中) Maybe your dad said, “The harder you work for something, the more you’ll enjoy it.” Well, father really did know best. Because a study finds that the harder mice have to work for a treat (奖励), the better it tastes. Mice were trained to push levers (杠杆) to get either of two treats. Press one lever, out comes a drop of sugar water. Press the other and they get a drop of different tasting sugar water. Then things got interesting. Scientists made it harder to get one of the treats. They slowly increased (增加) the difficulty—from one lever-press to five, then ten, then fifteen. In the end, this kind of sugar water cost 15 times more effort than the other. The mice then returned to their home where both treats were freely available. And they showed a strong preference for the treat they’d work harder to get. They seemed to find the costlier (代价更大的) sugar water more delicious. This makes evolutionary (进化的) sense. An animal wouldn’t survive (生存) if a little hard work left a bitter taste in its mouth. 1．How did scientists make one treat harder to get in this study? A．By changing the taste of sugar water. B．By offering only one kind of the treats. C．By increasing the number of lever-presses. 2．What does the underlined word “preference” in paragraph 4 mean? A．偏好 B．刺激 C．反对 3．What do we know about mice according to the passage? A．Mice are more hard-working than other animals. B．Mice like the food they worked harder to get better. C．Mice are so smart that they can choose more delicious food. 4．In which part of a newspaper can we probably read the passage? A．Art and Culture. B．Sports and Health. C．Science and Nature. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了一项关于老鼠对奖励偏好的研究。 1．细节理解题。根据第三段“Scientists made it harder to get one of the treats. They slowly increased (增加) the difficulty—from one lever-press to five, then ten, then fifteen.”可知，科学家通过增加按压杠杆的次数使其中一种奖励更难获得。故选C。 2．词义猜测题。根据第四段“They seemed to find the costlier (代价更大的) sugar water more delicious.”可知，老鼠似乎发现付出更大代价获得的糖水更加美味；结合上一句“And they showed a strong preference for the treat they’d work harder to get.”和选项可推知，此处应表示老鼠对需要付出更多努力才能获得的奖励表现出强烈的偏好。由此推知，“preference”意为“偏好”。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“And they showed a strong preference for the treat they’d work harder to get. They seemed to find the costlier (代价更大的) sugar water more delicious.”可推知，老鼠更喜欢它们付出更多努力得到的食物。故选B。 4．推理判断题。本文主要介绍了一项关于老鼠行为与奖励机制的科学研究，因此本文最可能出现在“科学与自然”版块。故选C。 主题03 人与社会——社会活动；家庭关系；传统文化；社会服务；朋友关系；休闲活动 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南岳阳湘阴县·期中) On April 6, 2025, a wonderful running event took place in Yueyang. The Spring Marathon (马拉松) brought joy to the whole city. The weather was perfect - sunny and warm, about 18°C． The race started at 7:30 am near Yueyang Tower. There were three types of races: a long 42 km run, a 21 km run, and a short 5 km fun run. Many people from different places came to join. All runners got a special number when they signed up. This number was important because runners could use it to get a free ticket to visit Yueyang Tower after the race. Many runners were happy about this good news. Zhang Lin, a 13-year-old student, ran in the 5 km race with her classmates. “I’m excited to see Yueyang Tower for free!” she said. Her teacher Mr. Wang told the class that this was a great chance to exercise and visit the famous tower. Along the running route (路线), people cheered for the runners. Some volunteers gave them water and helped them when needed. The fastest runner finished the long race in just over 2 hours. After finishing, runners showed their numbers at Yueyang Tower and got their free tickets. Many took photos in front of the tower to remember this special day. The marathon made people in Yueyang very happy. It was good for health and helped people learn more about their city’s famous places. 1．When is the Yueyang Marathon happening? A．April 6th. B．April 7th. C．April 8th. 2．How many race groups are there? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. 3．What can runners get for free with their race numbers? A．Water and snacks. B．A free visit to Yueyang Tower. C．A T-shirt. 4．Why are volunteers at the marathon? A．To help runners. B．To run in the race. C．To watch the race. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了2025年4月6日在岳阳举办的春季马拉松赛事，包括赛事时间、类型、参赛福利、参与者情况以及志愿者服务等内容。 1．细节理解题。根据“On April 6, 2025, a wonderful running event took place in Yueyang. The Spring Marathon brought joy to the whole city.”可知，岳阳马拉松在4月6日举行，故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“There were three types of races: a long 42 km run, a 21 km run, and a short 5 km fun run.”可知，有三个比赛组别，故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“All runners got a special number when they signed up. This number was important because runners could use it to get a free ticket to visit Yueyang Tower after the race.”可知，跑步者凭他们的比赛号码可以免费参观岳阳楼，故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“Along the running route, people cheered for the runners. Some volunteers gave them water and helped them when needed.”可知，马拉松的志愿者是为了帮助跑步者，故选A。 Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南湘潭岳塘区·期中) Maybe you often have arguments with your parents about clothes, homework, friends and many other things. But what’s going on when your parents fight with each other? Most teenagers feel sad or afraid when their parents fight. They might think their parents don’t love each other anymore and that their arguments will lead to a divorce (离婚). In fact, it is normal for parents to disagree and argue sometimes. They might disagree about important things like jobs and family decisions. They might even disagree about little things that don’t seem important at all, like what’s for dinner. However, these arguments are often over quickly. Parents may say sorry and make up, and the family returns to normal. As a family member, you should find out what it really means when your parents fight. When your parents get angry with each other, they might say things they don’t really mean. So if your parents are fighting, don’t worry too much about it. Try to find a good way to solve it. If your parents’ fight really bothers (打扰) you, you might find it hard to sleep or go to school. If this happens, try talking to your parents about their behaviors. You can also tell other relatives, a teacher or a close friend. Just remember that no family is perfect and arguments are common in every family. 1．Which is NOT mentioned about the arguments between parents and teenagers? A．Homework. B．Jobs. C．Friends 2．What does it mean when parents fight according to the passage? A．They aren’t happy with their family. B．They don’t love each other any more. C．They disagree with each other about something. 3．The underlined phrase “make up” in Paragraph 2 means ________ in Chinese. A．化妆 B．组成 C．和好 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Parents’ fight often lasts a long time. B．Parents don’t fight over small things. C．Teenagers should communicate with their parents if their parents’ fight bothers them. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了家庭中父母之间争吵的问题，每个家庭都不是完美的，争吵是个很普遍的问题以及青少年面对父母吵架的做法。 1．细节理解题。根据“Maybe you often have arguments with your parents about clothes, homework, friends and many other things.”可知，提到了衣服、作业和朋友之间的争论，没有提到工作有关的。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“They might disagree about important things like jobs and family decisions. They might even disagree about little things that don’t seem important at all,”可知，父母吵架是对一些事情意见不一致。故选C。 3．词义猜测题。根据“Parents may say sorry and make up, and the family returns to normal.”可知，父母说道歉应是和好了，make up表示“和好”。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“If your parents’ fight really bothers (打扰) you, you might find it hard to sleep or go to school. If this happens, try talking to your parents about their behaviors.”可知，如果父母吵架打扰到你，你应该和他们交流一下。故选C。 Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南岳阳湘阴县洞庭四校·期中) Qingming Festival, also called Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese holiday in early April. Families honor their ancestors (祖先) and welcome spring during this time. The festival usually happens on April 4th or 5th when the weather turns warm and nature becomes green.   Families visit their ancestors’ graves (坟墓) to clean the tombs, offer flowers, and burn paper money as a sign of respect (尊重). Nowadays, some people choose eco-friendly activities like planting trees or using flowers instead of fire. This helps protect the environment while remembering ancestors.   Qingming is not only about remembrance but also celebrating spring. People go on outings to parks or the countryside, a tradition called “Taqing”. They fly kites, have picnics, and enjoy blooming flowers. Many poets have written about Qingming. For example, Du Mu’s poem describes rainy weather and quiet reflection, reminding people to slow down and appreciate (欣赏) nature.   Food is also important. A popular snack is “qingtuan”—green rice balls made with mugwort (艾草) juice and sweet bean paste. The green color stands for spring, and the round shape symbolizes family unity.   Qingming Festival connects the past and present. It encourages people to respect ancestors, enjoy nature, and create new memories. Some even use online platforms to honor loved ones, blending tradition with modern life.   This holiday shows Chinese values of family, respect, and living in harmony with nature. 1．What is the main purpose of cleaning tombs during Qingming? A．To plant trees for the environment. B．To show respect to ancestors. C．To write poems about nature. 2．Why do some people use flowers instead of fire during Qingming? A．To save money. B．To follow modern fashion. C．To protect the environment. 3．What does the underlined word “blending” mean in paragraph 5? A．Replacing B．Mixing C．Forgetting 4．Which value is NOT mentioned in the passage? A．Family bonds. B．Respect for nature. C．Love for technology. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文介绍了清明节的习俗及其文化内涵。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“Families visit their ancestors’ graves (坟墓) to clean the tombs, offer flowers, and burn paper money as a sign of respect (尊重).”可知，清明节扫墓是为了表达对祖先的尊重。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“Nowadays, some people choose eco-friendly activities like planting trees or using flowers instead of fire. This helps protect the environment while remembering ancestors.”可知，用鲜花代替烧纸钱是环保行为，目的是保护环境。故选C。 3．词义猜测题。根据倒数第二段“Some even use online platforms to honor loved ones, blending tradition with modern life.”可知，有些人甚至利用网络平台来纪念爱的人，将传统与现代生活融为一体。故划线单词“blending”意为“混合，融合”，mixing与它意思相近。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段“This holiday shows Chinese values of family, respect, and living in harmony with nature.”可知，清明节展现了中国的家庭、尊重和与自然和谐相处的价值观。选项C“对科技的热爱”未在文中出现。故选C。 Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南湘潭益智中学·期中) Oxford Bus Company (公司) runs the Talking Bus project. The project came back on the new 280 bus service on August 6, 2024. The company first started the project in 2019, and the project was back because of its earlier successes. If passengers travel on the special Talking Bus journeys, they get tickets at half-price. For example, a £10 ticket costs £5. Students and elderly people can get 60% off if they show their ID cards. That is, a £10 ticket costs £4. Volunteers talked to passengers during the journey between Thame and Oxford. And volunteers gave information about the places of interest like Oxford Castle and Christ Church College along the way to the passengers. They also advised the passengers to do some fun activities in Oxford before returning home, such as visiting free museums or trying famous local desserts (甜点) . What’s more, the Talking Bus also provided some games for passengers to play on the bus. “This project provides a great chance for people to talk and share stories. It also gives people a chance to build relationships,” said Luke Marion, the boss of Oxford Bus Company. “Loneliness is a big problem that affects (影响) many people in the community (社区) and we hope that the Talking Bus can help make a difference. We want the bus to be a moving community center where everyone feels less lonely.” 1．Which question is answered in Paragraph 1? A．Who runs the Talking Bus project? B．Where is the Talking Bus’s first stop? C．Why did the company start the project in 2019? 2．What could passengers do when they took the Talking Bus? ① To talk with the volunteers ②To pay less for tickets ③To go anywhere in the UK ④To play games on the bus A．①②③ B．①②④ C．②③④ 3．What does the underlined word “It” in the last paragraph refer to (指代)? A．The project. B．The company. C．The community. 4．What is the purpose (目的) of the Talking Bus according to the last paragraph? A．To provide a quiet place to relax. B．To help people feel less lonely. C．To help passengers to save money. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文介绍了牛津公交公司的“会说话的公交车”项目。 1．细节理解题。根据“Oxford Bus Company runs the Talking Bus project.”可知，明确指出谁运营“会说话的公交车”项目，即牛津公交公司。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“Volunteers talked to passengers during the journey”可知，对应①；“If passengers travel on the special Talking Bus journeys, they get tickets at half-price.”可知，对应②；“the Talking Bus also provided some games for passengers to play on the bus.”可知，对应④。文中未提及乘坐此公交车能去英国任何地方。故选B。 3．词句猜测题。根据“It provides a great chance for people to talk and share stories. It also gives people a chance to build relationships.”及前文可知，前文一直在说“会说话的公交车”项目，且所在句子都是在描述这个项目带来的好处，所以It指代的是这个项目。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据“Loneliness is a big problem... we hope that the Talking Bus can help make a difference. We want the bus to be a moving community center where everyone feels less lonely.”可知，该项目目的是帮助人们减少孤独感。故选B。 Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南张家界慈利县·期中) What is friendship? Friendship is a special bridge that connects people from all walks of life. It brings joy, support, and warmth (温暖) to our lives. No matter where we are in the world, we all value the friends who stand by us through thick and thin. Now people around the world celebrate Friendship Day. Do you know the stories behind it? An American woman, Joyce Hall, sold cards. In 1930, she got the idea of Friendship Day. She thought if people had a new day to celebrate, they would buy more cards. Many Americans gave cards and other gifts to their friends on the day. However, they stopped doing it because they didn’t want to see it become a business. In 1935, the USA decided to make it the first Sunday of August. It became a day to celebrate true friends. The story behind Friendship Day is different in Paraguay (巴拉圭). In 1958, a group of friends in Puerto Pinasco, Paraguay, decided to celebrate friendship on July 30th every year. One man in the group, Ramon Artemio Bracho, wanted to do more. He worked hard to start celebrations in other countries. Thanks to Ramon’s work, more countries took up the idea. Friendship Day was growing. In 2011, the United Nations stated July 30th the International Day of Friendship. On that day, there are activities in different countries, like fun runs and friendly games. But not all countries celebrate Friendship Day on July 30th. Argentina and Brazil celebrate it on July 20th. In India, they celebrate it on the first Sunday of August. No matter when we celebrate it, Friendship Day is all about showing love and thanks for our friends. 1．How does the writer start this passage? A．By giving examples. B．By asking questions. C．By introducing a character. 2．Why did Joyce Hall come up with the idea of Friendship Day? A．Because she hoped people would buy more cards. B．Because she brought joy, support, and warmth to her friends. C．Because she wanted to make more friends and shared stories. 3．Who worked hard to spread the idea of Friendship Day to others? A．Joyce Hall. B．The UN. C．Ramon Artemio Bracho. 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The ways to celebrate Friendship Day. B．The importance of friendship in our lives. C．The history and different celebrations of Friendship Day. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．C 【导语】本文通过讲述友谊日的起源、全球化推广以及各国庆祝方式的差异，全面展现了友谊日的历史背景和多元文化意义。 1．细节理解题。根据“What is friendship? Friendship is a special bridge that connects people from all walks of life.”可知，作者以提出“什么是友谊？”这个问题开始了这篇文章。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“An American woman, Joyce Hall, sold cards. In 1930, she got the idea of Friendship Day. She thought if people had a new day to celebrate, they would buy more cards.”可知，Joyce Hall想出友谊日这个主意是因为她觉得如果人们有一个新的节日来庆祝，他们就会买更多的卡片，也就是她希望人们会买更多的卡片。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“The story behind Friendship Day is different in Paraguay (巴拉圭). In 1958, a group of friends in Puerto Pinasco, Paraguay, decided to celebrate friendship on July 30th every year. One man in the group, Ramon Artemio Bracho, wanted to do more. He worked hard to start celebrations in other countries. Thanks to Ramon’s work, more countries took up the idea. Friendship Day was growing.”可知，是Ramon Artemio Bracho努力将友谊日的想法传播到其他国家。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据文章内容，第一段引出友谊日，第二段介绍美国友谊日的由来，第三段介绍巴拉圭友谊日的起源及Ramon Artemio Bracho对传播友谊日的贡献，第四段介绍不同国家庆祝友谊日的时间，最后一段总结友谊日的意义。所以文章主要讲的是友谊日的历史和不同的庆祝方式。故选C。 Passage 6 (24-25八下·长沙长郡教育集团联考·期中) We like to travel with family or friends in our free time. But do you go on a trip with your pet? Pets now become an important part in people’s daily lives. A report says the number of people keeping cats and dogs in cities in China reached 68.44 million. So more and more people choose to travel with their pets. Wang Wei, a 29-year-old man in Hangzhou, takes a trip with his pet dog twice a month. He joined a WeChat group of local pet dog owners a year ago. “We often take our dogs to the countryside. They enjoy running and playing in the fields and along clear rivers. It feels much better to walk the dog in quiet places with fresh air and beautiful environment than in a big city,” said Wang Wei. When he travelled with his dog, Wang Wei also found an interesting thing—Just like people, pets have different personalities too. Some are outgoing and like to make more friends, and others are introverted and like to stay alone. “As pet owners, we like to talk about our pet-keeping experiences. Also, it’s interesting to hear people share their different life stories. We make more friends because of these meetings,” he added. A number of hotels start to offer pet services. They hope pets can enjoy themselves there as well as their owners. Are you interested in travelling? Take your pets and set off right now! 1． How does the writer start the passage? A．By telling a story. B．By asking a question. C．By showing facts. 2． Which of the following is TRUE about Wang Wei? A．He travels with his dog twice a week. B．He started a WeChat group for local pet dog owners. C．He enjoys listening to life stories from different pet dog owners. 3． What does the underlined word “introverted”mean in Paragraph 4? A．内向的 B．外向的 C．平庸的 4．Why does the writer write the passage? A．To ask us to travel to quiet places. B．To tell us a new way of travelling. C．To teach us how to keep pets healthy. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了越来越多的人选择与宠物一起旅行，并介绍了相关的情况和体验。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“But do you go on a trip with your pet?”可知，作者通过提问的方式开始文章。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“As pet owners, we like to talk about our pet-keeping experiences. Also, it’s interesting to hear people share their different life stories.”可知，王伟喜欢听其他宠物主人分享他们的生活故事。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据文章第四段“Some are outgoing and like to make more friends, and others are introverted and like to stay alone.”可知，一些人是外向的，喜欢交朋友，而另一些人喜欢待在家里，说明是内向的。“introverted”与“outgoing”相对，意为“内向的”。故选A。 4．主旨大意题。根据“Are you interested in travelling? Take your pets and set off right now!”可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是介绍一种新的旅行方式，即与宠物一起旅行。故选B。 主题01 人与自我——语言学习；劳动与责任；学习策略；学习方式；健康习惯；心理健康 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南长沙长郡集团·期中) Some English words have more than one meaning. These are called multi-meaning words. Multi-meaning words have the same pronunciation with different meanings. For example, let’s look at the word “ball”. You could have a “ball”, which means you would have a good time. You could toss a “ball”, which means you throw an object. You could be on the “ball”, which means you know what is happening. You could go to a “ball”, which means a dance. _____ Take the word “can”. You “can” ride a bike, which means you are able to ride a bike. You have a “can” of soup, which means the soup is in a round-shaped holder. You can do the “can-can”, which is a dance from the 1920s. And you might get “canned” if you do a poor job at work, which means you might lose your job. How about “fly”? You can “fly” an airplane or you can hit a “fly” that is on your food in your house. Or, you can “fly by the seat of your pants”, which means you don’t make a plan before taking an action. And, you know that the “fly” of a zipper (拉链) is the top part of the zipper. There are hundreds of words that are multi-meaning words. The word “set” has more meanings than any other word in the English language. When you have time, why don’t you try to think of all the ways the word “set” is used? If you look at the title of this book Can a Fly, Fly?, you know that the answer is “Yes” because you have seen an insect named a “fly” go up in the air and move around through the air, which is what “fly” means. Can a Fly, Fly? Of course, it can! 1． The underlined word “multi-meaning” probably means ______ in the passage. A．近义的 B．多义的 C．同音的 2． Which of the following is the best sentence to fill in the blank in Paragraph 3? ______ A．Let’s try another word. B．Let’s make a word list. C．Here’s a survey report. 3． If Tom is often late for work and fails to finish his tasks, he will ______. A．do the can-can B．get canned C．be on the ball 4． According to the passage, the word “ ______ ” has the most meanings in the English language. A．ball B．can C．set 5． The writer writes the passage in order to ______. A．tell a story about learning English words B．introduce a book on learning English words C．share an experience in learning English words 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了英语中的多义词现象。 1．词义猜测题。根据“Some English words have more than one meaning.”可知，有些英语单词有多个含义，所以划线部分的含义是“多义的”。故选B。 2．推理判断题。空白处位于第3段开头，后文以“can”为例说明多义词的用法，与前文“ball”的例子形成并列关系，根据文章结构，此处应为过渡句，引出另一个单词的例子，A项符合。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“And you might get ‘canned’ if you do a poor job at work, which means you might lose your job.”可知，Tom因工作表现差会被解雇。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“The word ‘set’ has more meanings than any other word in the English language.”可知，“set”一词在英语中含义最多。故选C。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章通过多义词的例子引出书名《Can a Fly, Fly?》，所以此处表明写作目的是介绍这本英语单词学习书。故选B。 Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南怀化麻阳苗族自治县锦江中学·期中) Parents are usually seen running after their children to wake them up early in the morning and help them get ready for school. Most parents also have a hard time getting their kids to do chores at home. But it is different for a six-year-old boy. The video of his daily morning routine (日常，常规) will surprise you. The video was posted by his mother because she is proud of her son for his independence (独立). The video follows the boy from the moment he wakes up at 6 o’clock. He turns on an electric fireplace, picks out his clothes and steam cleans (用蒸汽清洁) them. In the bathroom, the boy uses a chair to reach the sink and begins brushing his teeth and washing his face. The next step is for him to refill the bathroom’s tissue dispenser (纸架). Heading to the kitchen, the boy begins preparing two eggs, dumplings and a cup of tea. Once he’s done eating, he cleans all of the plates and cups. You’d think that he would stop there, but the boy then moves onto other chores. He uses the bathroom, and quickly cleans the toilet, and even the shower. After washing his hands, he does some washing. While the machine is running, he vacuums (用吸尘器清扫) his bed, clears the dust from the machine and sweeps the floor of the living room. In the end, he gets fully dressed and goes to school. The video has been viewed over 28 million times since it was shared online. It also got 1.9 million likes and 33,000 comments (评论). People are surprised to see the child doing so many chores. “The boy is so great that he is well-organized (有条理的) and independent,” one wrote. There are also people worrying that the boy might do too much for his age. “So much for enjoying being a kid. He can do that when he is older,” another wrote. 1．Why did the mother post the video online? A．To show how independent her son is. B．To compare her son with other children. C．To share with others how her son learns to do chores. 2．What did the boy do while the washing machine was working? A．He made breakfast for himself. B．He cleaned the toilet and the shower. C．He cleaned his bed and swept the floor. 3．What do we know about the video? A．It is about a boy doing chores after school. B．It has been watched by over 33 million people. C．People watching it show different feelings about it. 4．The structure (结构) of the passage is ______. A．①②/③④/⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②③④⑤ 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一位母亲将六岁儿子独立完成早晨日常事务及家务的视频发布到网上，该视频引发广泛关注，人们对此既有赞赏也有担忧。 1．细节理解题。根据“The video was posted by his mother because she is proud of her son for his independence (独立).”可知，母亲将视频发布到网上是为了展示儿子的独立性，故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“While the machine is running, he vacuums (用吸尘器清扫) his bed, clears the dust from the machine and sweeps the floor of the living room.”可知，洗衣机工作时，男孩清扫了自己的床并打扫了客厅地板，故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“People are surprised to see the child doing so many chores. ‘The boy is so great that he is well-organized (有条理的) and independent,’ one wrote. There are also people worrying that the boy might do too much for his age.”可知，观看视频的人对男孩的行为表现出不同的感受，有的赞赏，有的担忧，故选C。 4．篇章结构题。文章第①段总述六岁男孩的早晨日常视频引发关注及母亲发布视频的原因；第②③④段详细描述男孩从起床到上学前的具体日常事务和家务；第⑤段讲述视频的网上热度及人们的不同评价，结构为①/②③④/⑤，故选B。 Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南怀化溆浦县·期中) During the winter vacation, what is the most popular? That must be DeepSeek, an AI tool (人工智能工具) from China. It makes a stunning debut (惊艳亮相) across the world. It was so popular that even many great companies want to cooperate (合作) with its company, which is also called DeepSeek. Besides the famous AI tools, it has created some amazing learning tools with the help of AI. For example, they carefully look at how students study. They find out if a student likes reading aloud or silently, which subjects are easy and which ones are difficult. After that, they make special study plans for each student. If a student is bad at math, the plan will have more math practice. Another great thing about DeepSeek is the fast feedback (反馈). When students finish their homework or tests, it quickly shows what’s wrong and gives easy-to-understand advice to make it right. This helps students learn from their mistakes right away. Teachers also love DeepSeek. They can see how well students are doing at any time. They make clear reports, so teachers don’t have to spend hours checking. This gives them more time to prepare fun lessons or help students who need it. Now, lots of schools all over the world are using DeepSeek. Students are more excited about learning and feel more sure of themselves. 1．Which is the best title for the passage? A．Changes in Education: DeepSeek. B．Deepseek—Good Learning Helper. C．AI Improves Our Life. 2．What does the underlined word “This” refer to? A．DeepSeek. B．Feedback. C．Advice. 3．What can we infer from the passage? A．Teachers spent more time checking how well students are doing. B．Students won’t need teachers to learn with the help of DeepSeek. C．DeepSeek can find out what subject you are good at and bad at. 4．If we put the passage into three parts, which of the following is the best? A．①/②/③④⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②③/④⑤ 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国的人工智能工具 DeepSeek，包括它在学习方面的应用、对学生和教师的帮助以及其在全球学校的使用情况。 1．主旨大意题。文章围绕DeepSeek展开，介绍了它作为人工智能工具在学习上为学生制定专属计划、提供快速反馈，以及帮助教师节省时间等作用，整体突出其作为学习好帮手的特点。故选B。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Another great thing about DeepSeek is the fast feedback.…This helps students learn from their mistakes right away.”可知，此处的This指代前文提到的fast feedback，正是快速反馈帮助学生立即从错误中学习。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“they find out if a student likes reading aloud or silently, which subjects are easy and which ones are difficult.”可知，DeepSeek能发现学生擅长和不擅长的科目。故选C。 4．篇章结构题。①段总体介绍 DeepSeek这一人工智能工具及其受欢迎的情况；②③④段分别从为学生制定专属计划、提供快速反馈、帮助教师等方面具体介绍其作用；⑤段总结其在全球学校的使用及带来的积极影响。因此结构为①/②③④/⑤。故选B。 Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南邵阳武冈·期中) Zhang Jie is a 12-year-old student. Every Friday afternoon after school, she doesn’t go home right away, but heads to an AI study room to do her homework. “I enjoy studying in the AI study room, It’s quiet here,” Zhang says. “There is a tablet (平板) on each desk. It acts like a smart teacher, giving me lessons and exercises. This way of learning is quite fun. And it can find out my weak points (弱点) and help me get better at them.” “There are real teachers, too. They help us make plans to learn better by ourselves,” Zhang says. Many cities in China have AI study rooms. More and more people are getting interested in them. Some parents like them because they help their kids with their schoolwork. However, some people think students should not rely (依靠) too much on AI, or they will lose their ability to think. Experts (专家) say AI study rooms can be good for learning, but there are also some problems. Some tablets don’t work well and can make mistakes. Also, there are no clear rules on how to use them well. So, the AI study room is a new way to help students learn, but it still needs to get better in many ways. 1．When does Zhang go to the AI study room? A．Every afternoon. B．Every Friday afternoon. C．Every Saturday afternoon. 2．Why does Zhang like studying in the AI study room? ①She can learn quietly.                  ②She can learn in an interesting way. ③She can focus on her weak points.        ④She can get help from real teachers. A．①②④ B．②③④ C．①②③④ 3．Some people are worried that students may if they rely too much on AI. A．make mistakes easily B．lose their ability to think C．lose their ability to learn 4．Experts think that people should to make better use of AI study rooms. A．work well with schools B．follow parents’ advice C．make some clear rules 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了AI学习室，包括学生在其中的学习体验、人们对它的看法以及专家指出其存在的问题等。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第1段“Every Friday afternoon after school, she doesn’t go home right away, but heads to an AI study room to do her homework.”可知，张杰每周五下午放学后去AI学习室。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第2段“I enjoy studying in the AI study room. It’s quiet here”可知①正确；根据“This way of learning is quite fun.”可知②正确；根据“And it can find out my weak points (弱点) and help me get better at them.”可知③正确；根据文章第3段“There are real teachers, too. They help us make plans to learn better by ourselves”可知④正确。综上，①②③④都符合。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第5段“However, some people think students should not rely (依靠) too much on AI, or they will lose their ability to think.”可知，一些人担心学生过度依赖人工智能会失去思考能力。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据文章第6段“Also, there are no clear rules on how to use them well.”可知，专家认为应该制定一些明确的规则来更好地利用AI学习室。故选C。 Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南长沙北雅中学·期中) This year there were big changes for both students and teachers at Beijing New Oriental Foreign Language School in Yangzhou, Jiangsu. These changes came after the school started using AI (人工智能) tools. Now, teachers can use AI to make special exercises and tests for each student. This helps teachers teach in a way that fits each student’s needs and abilities. That’s to say, the ways of teaching are proper for each student with the help of AI. After finishing a unit, teachers use AI to choose different questions from an online question bank. Then AI makes special exercises about the unit for students. These exercises are printed on paper sheets (纸). “Thanks to these AI-made sheets, we don’t need to carry heavy exercise books anymore.” said 14-year-old He Liyan. Students write their answers on answer sheets. Teachers scan (扫描) these sheets into an AI system (系统). The AI then helps to check the answers. “Now our teacher doesn’t explain every question. Instead, she only talks about common mistakes and helps each of us personally.” said 15-year-old Wang Dinghan. What’s more, students get special mistake lists or homework made by AI based on (根据) their past test results. “The homework focuses on what I got wrong before, so I don’t waste time on things I already know. I really love the homework made by AI!” said He. “I used to write down my mistakes in a notebook to review later.” said 15-year-old Yu Zifu, “But now, AI does this for me!” 1．What does the underlined word “fits” mean in Paragraph 2? A．适合 B．提高 C．预测 2．What’s the best thing about AI-made sheets? A．Teachers have to check all the answers. B．Teachers need to explain every mistake. C．Students don’t carry heavy exercise books. 3．Why do students like the homework made by AI? A．Because AI gives them more homework. B．Because the homework focuses on mistakes. C．Because students don’t need to do homework. 4．What’s the main idea of the passage? A．AI takes the place of teachers’ jobs. B．The school makes changes with AI tools. C．Students stop studying because of AI. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了江苏扬州北京新东方外国语学校通过使用人工智能工具，为教师和学生带来了巨大的变化。 1．词句猜测题。根据“Now, teachers can use AI to make special exercises and tests for each student. This helps teachers teach in a way that fits each student’s needs and abilities.”可知，如今，教师可以利用人工智能为每位学生编制专属的练习题和测试题，这有助于教师用适合每个学生需求和能力的方式去进行教学。划线单词fits意为“适合”。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“Thanks to these AI-made sheets, we don’t need to carry heavy exercise books anymore.”可知，AI制作的练习纸让学生不再需要携带沉重的练习册。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“The homework focuses on what I got wrong before, so I don’t waste time on things I already know.”可知，学生喜欢AI制作的作业，因为这些作业专注于他们之前做错的内容，避免了浪费时间在已经掌握的知识上。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要讲述了学校通过使用AI工具，为教师和学生带来了教学和学习方式的变化。故选B。 Passage 6 (24-25八下·湖南长沙湖南师大附中教育集团联考·期中) You get into bed after a long day and plan to spend a few minutes on your phone before sleeping. However, falling asleep isn’t as easy as expected. What’s wrong? Here is a study that may tell you the answer. According to a new study, your phone may be the main problem. Researchers asked 85 kids aged 11 to 14 to wear body cameras for a week, starting from three hours before bedtime. A second camera was placed in their bedrooms to monitor their phone use in bed. The kids also wore a device (设备) to record their sleep. Researchers found that 99% of the kids used their phones in the two hours before bed, over half used their phones while in bed, and about a third used them after trying to sleep. The results showed that screen time in bed put off kids’ sleep by about half an hour and cut down on their total sleep time. The influence (影响) was larger when they played games or used more than one screen. “While the science guidebooks advise that no screen time in an hour or two before bed, keeping phones out of the bedroom might help you get a better night’s sleep,” said the lead researcher, Bradley Brosnan. Now from the meaningful study, teenagers should come to know that your phone can make it difficult for you to fall asleep, so why don’t you put down your phone before going to bed or keep away from it so that you can get a sound sleep? It’s really a must for wise kids today. 1．What does the underlined word “monitor” in Paragraph 2 mean? A．远离 B．保管 C．监视 2．How many of the kids used their phones while in bed? A．Less than 30%. B．More than 50%. C．Exactly 99%. 3．What’s Bradley Brosnan’s advice for a better sleep? A．Keep the phone out of the bedroom. B．Go to bed one or two hours earlier. C．Use eye-friendly screens to play games. 4．What’s the main idea of the text? A．Kids’ unhealthy living habits. B．Some useful advice to develop good habits. C．A good phone use habit to help kids fall asleep easier. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，通过一个实验表明，在睡觉前的1~2个小时，应该使手机远离卧室，这样会帮助获得一个更好的睡眠。 1．词句猜测题。根据第二段中“A second camera was placed in their bedrooms to monitor their phone use in bed. The kids also wore a device (设备) to record their sleep.”可知，此处用第二个摄像头来放在他们的卧室里来监测他们的手机在床上的使用情况。因此“monitor”意为“监测”。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Researchers found that 99% of the kids used their phones in the two hours before bed, over half used their phones while in bed, and about a third used them after trying to sleep.”可知，超过一半的孩子在床上使用手机。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段内容“‘While the science guidebooks advise that no screen time in an hour or two before bed, keeping phones out of the bedroom might help you get a better night’s sleep,’ said the lead researcher, Bradley Brosnan.”可知，专家建议在睡觉前的一两个小时不要看屏幕。把手机放在卧室之外，也能够帮助获得一个更好的睡眠。故选A。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文通过一个实验表明，在睡觉前的1~2个小时，应该使手机远离卧室，这样会帮助获得一个更好的睡眠。由此可知，本文的主旨是帮助孩子更容易入睡的良好手机使用习惯。故选C。 Passage 7 (24-25八下·湖南衡阳八中教育集团·期中) There is a famous English saying, “You are what you eat.” It means that what you put in your mouth will become part of you. Many experts use it to tell people it’s important to have a good eating habit. For example, too much sweet food makes a person overweight. To avoid being too heavy, kids are told to keep away from sweet food. However, a team of American scientists have found something new about eating sweet food. “When we say someone is ‘sweet’, we mean they are kind and friendly. Maybe this can help us learn more about a person’s character.” said Brian Meier, a scientist from the study team. “Taste is something we experience every day. What we did is to find out if someone’s character has to do with his taste.” In the first experiment, student were asked questions about their character to see whether, for example, they were friendly or not. Then they were asked to make a list of their favorite food. According to their answers, the scientists found that the students who liked sweet food were nicer. People who like sweet food usually have a better relationship with other people. In another experiment, the scientists found that people who liked sweet food such as candies and chocolate were more ready to help other people in need, and those who loved non-sweet food such as eggs and chips weren’t. For example, people with a sweet tooth were more prepared to volunteer to clean up their city, visit sick children in the hospital and so on. The result of the experiments is that people’s helpfulness or being nice has something to do with their taste for sweet food. So eating sweet food is a useful way to make people nice and helpful. Next time, try some ice cream. 1． The underlined word “overweight” in Paragraph 1 probably means “______” in Chinese. A．过胖的 B．生病的 C．糖分过高的 2． The first experiment shows that people who like sweet ______. A．are more ready to help others B．are more friendly C．get worse along with others 3． The result of the experiments shows that ______. A．one’s character has nothing to do with their taste B．a person with a taste for sweet food is more helpful C．children should eat lots of sweet food to keep healthy 4． How is the passage organized? (P= Paragraph) A． B． C． 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲了美国科学家通过实验发现，喜欢甜食的人通常更友好、更乐于助人，即人的性格与对甜食的喜好有关。 1．词句猜测题。根据“too much sweet food makes a person overweight. To avoid being too heavy, kids are told to keep away from sweet food.”可知，吃太多甜食会让人overweight，为了避免“太胖”，孩子们被建议远离甜食。由此可推测overweight意为“过胖的”。故选A。   2．细节理解题。根据“In the first experiment...the scientists found that the students who liked sweet food were nicer. People who like sweet food usually have a better relationship with other people.”可知，第一个实验表明喜欢甜食的人更友好。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“The result of the experiments is that people’s helpfulness or being nice has something to do with their taste for sweet food. So eating sweet food is a useful way to make people nice and helpful.”可知，实验结果显示喜欢甜食的人更乐于助人。故选B。 4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，文章第一段先引出主题“饮食与性格的关系”，第二段和第三段分别描述两个实验，最后一段总结实验结果。结构为“总—分—总”，即P1总述，P2和P3分述实验，P4总结。故选B。 Passage 8 (24-25八下·湖南长沙明德教育集团·期中) Do you feel embarrassed (尴尬的) when someone sees you talking to yourself? To be honest, most people do. But don’t feel bad about it! Talking to yourself actually has a lot of advantages. Talking to yourself, especially in the third person, can help us manage bad feelings. “Talking to yourself in the third person is like giving yourself advice,” said Jason Moser, a professor (教授) from Michigan State University, US. Moser uses himself in an example. He does not like flying, but he has to fly often for his work. So when he is feeling nervous or afraid during a flight (航班), he talks to himself—only silently. “Well, you know, Jason knows air travel is very safe. And Jason has been on thousands of flights.” This can help us to see things from a different aspect (角度), especially when we are feeling sad or anxious. Self-talk also helps to improve memory. Researchers tested four different ways to memorize things: reading silently, reading aloud, listening to someone else read and listening to a recording of oneself reading. “Those who read out loud recalled the information the best.” researchers said in their study. “It’s because the information will probably become a long-term memory if it is said out loud.” When encouragement comes from oneself, it adds to self-confidence (自信). A study invited 72 tennis players to take part in some matches. Researchers put the players into two groups: one group that said nothing while playing, and the other that talked to themselves while playing. They found that the self-talkers showed more confidence and played better than those in the silent group. If you want to better perform in your daily life, it’s always a good choice to talk to yourself. In this way, we will be able to manage bad feelings, improve memory and build confidence. 1． How does the writer lead into the topic? A．By listing facts. B．By raising questions. C．By giving examples. 2． What can we learn from Jason Moser in Paragraph Two? A．He feels more relaxed after talking to himself. B．He doesn’t like flying and he seldom flies for his work. C．Talking to yourself in the first person is like giving yourself advice. 3． Who can recall the information best according to researchers in the study? A．People who read aloud. B．People who read silently. C．People who listen to someone else read. 4． What is the structure of the passage? A．①//②③④⑤ B．①②//③④//⑤ C．①//②③④//⑤ 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了自言自语的好处，包括帮助管理负面情绪、提高记忆力和增强自信心。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Do you feel embarrassed when someone sees you talking to yourself?”可知，作者通过提出问题“当别人看到你自言自语时，你会感到尴尬吗？”来引入关于“自言自语”的话题。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“So when he is feeling nervous or afraid during a flight, he talks to himself—only silently. ‘Well, you know, Jason knows air travel is very safe. And Jason has been on thousands of flights.’”可知，Jason Moser通过自言自语来缓解飞行中的紧张情绪，因此他感到更加放松。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Those who read out loud recalled the information the best.”可知，大声朗读的人能够最好地回忆起信息。故选A。 4．篇章结构题。文章的结构为：第一段引入话题；第二、三、四段分别讲述自言自语的三个好处，分别为：帮助管理负面情绪、提高记忆力和增强自信心；第五段总结。因此结构为①//②③④//⑤。故选C。 主题02 人与社会—— 社会公德；文化娱乐；科技发展；语言文化；文化交流 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南永州蓝山县·期中) March 5 is Lei Feng Day. People are encouraged to help others and to learn from Lei Feng. This year, my classmates and I went to do some cleaning in a street. We finished our work, took photos and talked with some people about their lives. One old lady said she remembered how all students used to do helpful work in the street. Another told us that when she was young, she and her friends would do a lot of simple (简单的) things to help others. They would help people carry things or fix broken chairs at school. “But things have changed over these years. The young students don’t really understand the spirit of Lei Feng,” she continued (继续). “Nowadays, they do good things because other people told them to do and asked them to take photos to put on the school website (网站).” Her words made me think. We have been told to do things to help others on Lei Feng Day. But none (没有) of the love and care came from our own hearts. We should believe that they can make a difference. We don’t need cameras or praise (赞美). We can do better if we keep the spirit of Lei Feng inside ourselves. “Learn from Lei Feng” shouldn’t be a yearly fad. Everyone should carry out their good behaviors all year round and we will have a better tomorrow. 1．What did the writer and his classmates do on Lei Feng Day? A．Fixed broken chairs. B．Did some cleaning. C．Carried things. 2．Why do young students do good things nowadays? A．Other people told them to do so. B．They want to make friends. C．They want to get money. 3．What does the underlined phrase “a yearly fad” mean in Chinese? A．一年的支出 B．每年的足迹 C．一时的潮流 4．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Lei Feng Day is no longer important these days. B．Helping others should be a daily habit, not just on Lei Feng Day. C．Only old people remembered Lei Feng’s spirit. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了3月5日雷锋日，作者和他的同学去做了一些好事，以及通过和别人的对话中告诉了我们一个道理：做好事不应该是一时的风尚，而是要坚持平常也要做好事。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段的“This year, my classmates and I went to do some cleaning in a street. ”可知，今年雷锋日，作者和同学们打扫卫生了。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“Nowadays, they do good things because other people told them to do ...”可知，现在，许多学生在雷锋日做好事，因为他们被告知要这样做。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据下文“Everyone should carry out their good behaviors all year round and we will have a better tomorrow.”可知，每个人都应该全年保持良好的行为举止，学雷锋不是一年一次的风尚，故“a yearly fad”意思是“一时的潮流”。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据“Everyone should carry out their good behaviors all year round and we will have a better tomorrow.”及全文可知，每个人都应该全年保持良好的行为举止，让帮助他人成为一种习惯，而不只是在雷锋日做好事。故选B。 Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南长沙宁乡·期中) Ne Zha 2 has been a big success! So far, it has made more than 12 billion yuan at the box office (票房), becoming the highest-grossing movie in Chinese film history. The movie came out on January 29, 2025, during the Spring Festival holiday. People really wanted to see it, and movie theaters were full of excited audiences (观众). In just a few days, In made more money than Ne Zha I did in total. Ne Zha 2 is based on old Chinese stories from a famous book called Investiture of the Gods (《封神演义》 ) . It was directed by Jiaozi, a well-known director in the animation field. He also directed Ne Zha 1, which was very popular around the world and made $725 million. One of the most interesting things about Ne Zha 2 is its special character designs. The movie uses new technology to show more exciting fight scenes (场景) and beautiful views. Jiaozi mixes traditional Chinese styles with modern designs, so people of all ages can enjoy the movie. Also, Ne Zha 2 helps share Chinese myths with people all over the world. Investiture of the Gods is a famous Chinese story, and Ne Zha is one of the most loved characters in it. By telling this story, the movie spreads (传播) Chinese culture globally. Ne Zha 2 has been shown in many countries, like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, and people everywhere love it. 1． How does the writer start the passage? A．By asking questions. B．By offering advice. C．By telling the facts. 2． When did Ne Zha 2 come out? A．On January 29,2024. B．During the Spring Festival this year. C．During the National Day holiday in 2025. 3． What can we know about Ne Zha 2 and Ne Zha 1? A．Ne Zha 2 and Ne Zha I have the same box - office earnings. B．The director of Ne Zha 2 also directed Ne Zha 1. C．Ne Zha 2 has fewer fight scenes than Ne Zha l. 4． Which of the following is NOT true about Ne Zha 2? A．It uses new technology to create amazing scenes. B．Its character designs combine old and new styles. C．It only tells Chinese traditional stories to people in our country. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文介绍了《哪吒2》于2025年1月29日上映后票房大获成功，讲述其基于《封神演义》改编，介绍影片剧情、角色成长，还传达影片教会人们勇敢面对困难等重要道理。 1．细节理解题。根据“Ne Zha 2 has been a big success! So far, it has made more than 12 billion yuan at the box office (票房),”可知，作者通过提供票房数据等具体信息开始这篇文章。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“The movie came out on January 29, 2025, during the Spring Festival holiday.”可知，电影于2025年1月29日春节假期期间上映。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Ne Zha 2 is based on old Chinese stories from a famous book called Investiture of the Gods (《封神演义》 ) . It was directed by Jiaozi, a well-known director in the animation field.”以及“He also directed Ne Zha 1, which was very popular around the world and made $725 million.”可知，《哪吒2》的导演也执导了《哪吒1》。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“Also, Ne Zha 2 helps share Chinese myths with people all over the world.”可知，该电影旨在全球传播中国文化，而非只针对国内观众，因此选项C描述错误。故选C。 Passage 3 (24-25八下·湖南永州道县·期中) DeepSeek has become very important in the tech world. It has brought a lot of excitement to the AI industry. DeepSeek uses an open-source method. This means it doesn’t share all its training data, but it lets developers see key parts like the model design, settings, and training steps. This gives young talents—such as students from the University of Hong Kong and Peking University—a great chance to use these tools for AI research and new ideas. What makes DeepSeek special is how well it fits China’s needs. Because of technology restrictions from some Western countries (like chip export controls芯片出口管制), companies like Nvidia face challenges. To solve this, DeepSeek worked with Hygon, a Chinese chip maker. Together, they made sure DeepSeek’s AI models run smoothly on Hygon’s DCU chips well. This success helps China rely less on foreign chips and supports the growth of its own AI and chip industry. It also prepares for a future where China can be more independent in technology. In short, DeepSeek is inspiring young people to join and help shape the future of AI. 1． What does DeepSeek share in its open-source strategy? A．All its training data. B．Only the final AI product. C．Model structure, parameters, and training methods. 2． What does the underlined word “open-source” most likely mean in the passage? A．Free to use but cannot be changed. B．Sharing some key information for public use. C．Keeping everything secret. 3． Why did DeepSeek work with Hygon? A．To solve chip supply problems caused by foreign restrictions. B．To stop using AI technology. C．To compete with Peking University students. 4． How is the passage organized? A．First discussing problems, then giving examples. B．Comparing DeepSeek with other AI companies. C．Introducing DeepSeek, explaining its method, and then its influence. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文介绍了DeepSeek的开放策略、与中国芯片公司合作的背景及其对中国AI和科技独立发展的重要影响。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“but it lets developers see key parts like the model design, settings, and training steps”可知，DeepSeek分享了模型结构、参数和训练方法等关键信息。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“but it lets developers see key parts…”可推测，“open-source”指的是“共享部分关键信息供公众使用”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段“Because of technology restrictions from some Western countries… DeepSeek worked with Hygon… to solve this”可知，DeepSeek与海光合作是为了应对国外的芯片出口限制问题。故选A。 4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，文章先介绍DeepSeek的背景（第一段），再讲其开放方式（第二段），然后谈与海光的合作（第三段），最后说明影响和意义（第四五段），因此结构是“介绍—方法—影响”。故选C。 Passage 4 (24-25八下·湖南长沙长郡集团·期中) “You pretty, he ugly. You swan (天鹅), he frog!” Foreign people just love these funny English sentences going around the Chinese Internet. It all started when a foreign girl named Kris posted a sad photo online. It looked like her boyfriend made her cry. Some nice Chinese people tried to cheer her up. They asked her to find someone better. Some made funny Chinglish to make her feel happy, such as “You swan, he frog!” This became a hit with foreigners. Many found it cool. They shared it a lot online and made funny pictures with it. “I need Chinese netizens (网友) to call the people who hurt me frogs,” said a foreign Internet user, showing her love for the expression. Some of them wanted to know why Chinese people use “swan” and “frog” to describe this couple. After looking into it, they learned that it came from the Chinglish. In the past, people often corrected those who spoke Chinglish because it was full of grammar mistakes. It often combines Chinese grammar, vocabulary or cultural expressions with English, resulting in some Chinese-English forms. However, with globalization (全球化), people from different countries can now share their ideas more often, so different styles of speaking English like Chinglish are becoming more accepted. English with local touches can also be popular. For example, the well-known “add oil” has now appeared in the Oxford Dictionary and people use it widely. The phrase shows Chinese culture. “Once I understood the full meaning, it became much funnier,” said Cody, a young man from New Zealand, when asked about “You swan, he frog!” “It’s great that more Chinese culture is being shared with the rest of the world.” 1． How did many foreigners react (反应) to the expression “You swan, he frog”? A．They shared it online and made funny pictures with it. B．They didn’t like it and laughed at Kris. C．Someone wrote a book about it and shared it online. 2．What does the underlined word “combines” mean in the last paragraph? A．分享 B．结合 C．交流 3． Why is Chinglish more accepted now? A．Because people don’t care about grammar anymore. B．Because globalization allows different English styles to spread. C．Because foreign people start to learn Chinese now. 4． What is the passage mainly about? A．Foreigners love Chinglish expressions about animals. B．Foreigners find it hard to understand Chinese culture. C．Chinglish expressions are becoming popular among foreigners. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章主要讲述了“You swan, he frog!”这一中式英语表达在外国网友中的流行及其背后的文化现象。 1．细节理解题。根据“This became a hit with foreigners. Many found it cool. They shared it a lot online and made funny pictures with it.” 可知，许多外国人对“You swan, he frog!”这个表达的反应是他们在网上分享它并制作有趣的图片。故选A。 2．词句猜测题。根据“It often combines Chinese grammar, vocabulary or cultural expressions with English, resulting in some Chinese-English forms.” 可知，它经常把汉语语法、词汇或文化表达和英语结合在一起，从而产生一些汉英形式。故划线单词表示“结合”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“However, with globalization (全球化), people from different countries can now share their ideas more often, so different styles of speaking English like Chinglish are becoming more accepted.” 可知，现在中式英语更被接受是因为全球化使得不同的英语风格得以传播。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要讲述的是Chinglish表达在外国人中的流行。故选C。 Passage 5 (24-25八下·湖南长沙望城区·期中) iShowSpeed, a famous YouTuber with over 37 million fans, recently visited China and live-streamed (直播) his experiences. His real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., and he is known for his lively and energetic personality, which is why many Chinese fans call him “Hyperthyroid Brother” (甲亢哥). His China tour started in Shanghai. As soon as he arrived, he was welcomed by excited fans. During his stay in Shanghai, he was amazed by the city’s modern buildings and high-speed trains. He also joined fans in singing the song “Sunshine Rainbow Little White Horse”. The song has a phrase that sounds like a word with bad meaning in English, but in Chinese it just means “that one”. This made for some funny moments during his live - stream. Next, he went to Beijing. Wearing a special North-East style jacket, he explored the Forbidden City and climbed the Great Wall. He was deeply amazed by the long history and greatness of these places. In Henan, his visited the Shaolin Temple. He learned Kung fu from a master there. After the learning, when he wanted to pay the master, the master refused, saying they were friends because of Kung fu, and friendship was more important than money. This kind act touched IShowSpeed and his viewers. Finally, in Chengdu, he enjoyed spicy hot pot and watched the amazing Sichuan opera face-changing performance. Everywhere he went, he showed his true feelings about China’s culture, technology, and friendly people on his live-stream. IShowSpeed’s China tour not only cheer up his fans but also let the world see a real and wonderful China. It broke the wrong ideas that some Western media (媒体) had spread, and made more people interested in China. 1． Why do many Chinese fans call Darren Jason Watkins Jr. “Hyperthyroid Brother”? A．Because he has a health problem. B．Because of his lively and energetic personality. C．Because he likes to act like he has hyperthyroidism. 2． What was the funny moment during IShowSpeed’s live-stream in Shanghai? A．He couldn’t understand the Chinese language. B．The misunderstanding about the song “Sunshine Rainbow Little White Horse”. C．He got lost in the big city. 3． How many places did IShowSpeed visit according to the passage? A．3. B．5. C．4. 4． What can we learn from IShowSpeed’s China tour? A．China is a country full of history, culture, and friendly people. B．Western media’s reports about China are always true. C．IShowSpeed only came to China for money. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文介绍了YouTuber iShowSpeed的中国之行。他拥有3700多万粉丝，以活泼热情的性格被中国粉丝称为“甲亢哥”。他先后到访上海、北京、河南、成都等地，体验了当地的文化、科技和风土人情，并通过直播分享真实感受，不仅让粉丝开心，也向世界展示了真实美好的中国，打破了西方媒体的错误认知。 1．细节理解题。根据“he is known for his lively and energetic personality, which is why many Chinese fans call him ‘Hyperthyroid Brother’”可知，中国粉丝称他为“甲亢哥”是因为他活泼且精力充沛的性格。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“He also joined fans in singing the song ‘Sunshine Rainbow Little White Horse’. The song has a phrase that sounds like a word with bad meaning in English, but in Chinese it just means ‘that one’. This made for some funny moments during his live-stream.”可知，有趣的瞬间是对《阳光彩虹小白马》这首歌的误解。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“His China tour started in Shanghai...Next, he went to Beijing...In Henan...Finally, in Chengdu...”可知，他依次去过上海、北京、河南、成都，共 4 个地方。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据“he showed his true feelings about China’s culture, technology, and friendly people” 及“let the world see a real and wonderful China”可知，中国是一个充满历史、文化和友好人民的国家。故选A。 Passage 6 (24-25八下·湖南娄底直学校联合体·期中) AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is a super cool and fast - changing technology. It’s all around us and making our lives different in many ways. AI means machines or computer systems that can do things just like we do, like learning, solving problems, and making decisions. You probably know about voice - controlled helpers like Siri or Deep Seek. They use AI to understand what we say. When you ask them something, they look through a lot of information really fast to give you the best answer. In hospitals, AI is a big help. It can look at X-rays and MRIs. This helps doctors find diseases earlier and better. Sometimes, AI can see things in the pictures that doctors might miss. AI is also great for businesses. Chatbots (聊天机器人), which are like little computer helpers, use AI. They can answer common questions, work out simple problems, and tell you about products all day and night. This makes customers (顾客) happy and means companies (工厂) don’t need so many people to answer the phones. But AI isn’t perfect. One big worry is that it might take some people’s jobs. Since AI can do a lot of simple jobs, some workers might lose their jobs. Another problem is about our private (私人的) information, AI needs a lot of data (数据), and we’re not always sure how that data is collected, kept safe, and used. Even with these problems, the future of AI looks really good and bright. It will keep changing different parts of our lives and bring us more convenience (方便) and new ideas. 1． What is AI? A．Machines or computer systems that act like people. B．A magic thing that makes machines sing. C．A new kind of toy. 2． What does AI do in hospitals? A．Make doctors work more. B．Make new hospitals. C．Help doctors look at medical pictures to find diseases. 3． What is one problem with AI? A．It costs too much to use. B．It makes some people lose their jobs. C．It’s too slow to do anything. 4． Which part of a magazine may the passage be taken from? A．Art. B．Health. C．Science. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了人工智能给人类带来的益处以及它的问题。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is a super cool and fast-changing technology. It’s all around us and... learning, solving problems, and making decisions.”可知，AI是模仿像人类一样的机器或者计算机系统。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“This helps doctors find diseases earlier and better. Sometimes, AI can see things in the pictures that doctors might miss.”可知，AI在医院里帮助医生看病理图来找到疾病所在。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“But AI isn’t perfect. One big worry is that it might take some people’s jobs. Since AI can do a lot of simple jobs, some workers might lose their jobs.”可知，AI引起的一个问题是：一些工人可能会失业。故选B。 4．推理判断题。通读全文可知，本文主要介绍了人工智能给人类带来的益处以及它的问题，属于科学范畴。故这篇文章可能来自杂志的“科学”部分。故选C。 主题03 人与自然——气候变化；动物行为 Passage 1 (24-25八下·湖南永州宁远县·期中) When you hear the word “shapeshifting” (变形), you may think of the robots in the science fiction movies instead of the animals. But that’s what animals are doing to deal with (处理) climate change (气候变化). Animals have their own ways to deal with climate change. For example, a new study shows that some warm-blooded animals are experiencing their body changes because of the climate. Some of them are slowly growing larger beaks (喙), legs and ears because of the rising temperature, while others living in colder climates have smaller legs, ears and beaks. “When we talk about climate change, we often ask ourselves ‘Can humans control this?’ or ‘What technology (科技) can solve this?’ But we should know that just like humans, animals also have to be used to these changes,” said the writer, Sara Ryding. Larger beaks, legs and ears can help them lose heat (热量) more easily, so they can cool themselves down as the earth gets warmer. If animals can’t control their body temperature, they can overheat and die. In one example, the beaks of some Australian parrots have grown 4 to 10 percent larger since 1871. The study says that is because of rising summer temperatures over the years. There are more examples—wood mice have longer tails, and bats have bigger wings in warm climates. Although the changes are still small, Ryding said they could be more clear as the days become hotter. “Body parts like ears may become much bigger, so we might have animals like Dumbo, a big-eared elephant in Disney cartoon, in the near future.” Although animals are changing their body shapes, scientists say that it doesn’t mean everything is fine. It just means they are trying hard to live. Not all animals will succeed. “Humans have caused the climate change, which is giving a lot of pressure on animals.” said Ryding. 1． In warmer places, what changes do some warm-blooded animals have from Paragraph 2? A．Larger ears. B．Smaller legs. C．Smaller eyes. 2． Why do animals change their body shapes along with climate change? A．To show the importance of food. B．To help control the body temperature. C．To describe the change of the earth. 3． According to the text, which of the following is TRUE? A．Humans have already controlled the climate change. B．Some animals may be in danger with rising temperatures. C．Animals’ body parts will become smaller and smaller. 4． What can we learn from the text? A．We should get on well with our environment. B．We should care more about our health. C．We should know more about animals’ food. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了动物如何通过身体形态变化应对气候变暖的现象。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Some of them are slowly growing larger beaks, legs and ears because of the rising temperature...”可知，在温暖地区，一些温血动物的喙、腿和耳朵会变得更大。故选A。 2．推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Larger beaks, legs and ears can help them lose heat (热量) more easily, so they can cool themselves down as the earth gets warmer. If animals can’t control their body temperature, they can overheat and die.”可知，当地球变暖时，更大的喙、腿和耳朵可以帮助动物更容易地散热和降温，如果动物不能控制体温，它们就会过热而死亡。由此可知动物改变身体形态是为了帮助调节体温。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“It just means they are trying hard to live. Not all animals will succeed.”可知，随着温度升高，并不是所有的动物都能成功地活下来，也就是说有些动物可能会因此而面临危险。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Humans have caused the climate change, which is giving a lot of pressure on animals.”可知，人类引起的气候变化对动物造成了压力，所以为了保护动物，人们应该保护环境，学会与环境和谐共处。故选A。 Passage 2 (24-25八下·湖南衡东一中教育集团·期中) When you get really sleepy, you may nod off (打瞌睡) for a short time. Chinstrap penguins (帽带企鹅) in the South Pole nod off more than 10,000 times a day! A new study in Science said this. A group of scientists studied 14 chinstrap penguins in the South Pole. They put electrodes (电极) on the penguins’ heads and necks to see their brain activities. The scientists also followed them by GPS and watched them for 10 days. The penguins never have a long sleep—the longest sleep is 34 seconds. On average (平均), the penguins sleep 4 seconds at a time. But in one day, they sleep for more than 1 1 hours. So they get enough rest. The penguins sleep like this because they need to protect (保护) their eggs and babies. If they sleep for too long, the babies may get hurt by seabirds and other penguins. Also, their home is usually noisy and crowded. So the parent penguins just have very short sleep to stay alert. Dolphins sleep with only half a brain! Half of the brain is awake, while the other half falls into a deep sleep. They stay alert for 24 hours a day all their lives. Some birds also fly while sleeping with half of their brain. For example, frigate birds (军舰鸟) fly for months over the ocean. When the wind can keep them from falling into the water, they sleep for 10 seconds at a time while flying. 1． Why do parent penguins never have a long sleep? A．To protect themselves from getting hurt. B．To stop their eggs and babies from getting hurt. C．To protect their noisy and crowded home. 2． What do dolphins and frigate birds have in common? A．They sleep for 10 seconds at a time. B．They stay awake for 24 hours a day. C．They only use half of their brain when sleeping. 3． What does the underlined word “alert” mean? A．安静的 B．警惕的 C．紧张的 4． In which part of a magazine can we probably read the passage? A．Education. B．Culture. C．Nature. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要讲的是帽带企鹅的短睡眠习惯及其原因。 1．细节理解题。根据“The penguins sleep like this because they need to protect (保护) their eggs and babies.”可知，企鹅父母从不长眠是为了防止他们的卵子和婴儿受伤。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Dolphins sleep with only half a brain!”及“Some birds also fly while sleeping with half of their brain. For example, frigate birds (军舰鸟) fly for months over the ocean.”可知，他们睡觉时只用一半的大脑。故选C。 3．词义猜测题。根据“So the parent penguins just have very short sleep to stay alert.”因此，企鹅的父母只有很短的睡眠来保持警惕。可知，这里的alert是“警惕的”意思。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“Chinstrap penguins (帽带企鹅) in the South Pole nod off more than 10,000 times a day!”可知，本文主要讲的是帽带企鹅的短睡眠习惯及其原因。因此推知，我们可能在杂志的自然部分读到这篇文章。故选C。 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $