期中考前阅读理解过关20篇（Units 1-4）-2025-2026学年八年级英语下册单元模块满分必刷题（新教材人教版）

2025-2026学年八年级英语下册单元模块满分必刷题（新教材人教版） 期中考前阅读理解过关20篇(Units 1-4) 期中真题+名校模拟 Unit 1：业余活动 （25-26八年级下·浙江杭州·期中）What do young people like to do in their free time? If you think they are all playing video games or watching short videos on their phones, you might be wrong. In 2026, many young people are turning to something quite different — “grandma hobbies. “ “Grandma hobbies” is a fun name for traditional activities like needlepoint (刺绣) and gardening. These are things that people’s grandmothers used to enjoy. But now, Gen Z (people born after 1997) are falling in love with them. Emma MacTaggart, 26, from the US, is a good example. She used to work long hours in banking. After work, she would just look through her phone for hours — a habit called “getting lost in her phone.” To change this, she and her roommates decided to try needlepoint. Soon, they became “fully engrossed.” Emma said it was so relaxing that they spent almost all their free time making needlepoint works instead of looking at a screen. These old hobbies help young people reduce stress and feel relaxed. When they finish a gift or a dish, they feel proud and successful. Social media helps them become more popular. Young people share their works online and make friends. Some even turn their hobbies into businesses. Take Anna Weare as an example, a 31-year-old blacksmith (铁匠 ) — people now wait a year for her handmade products. So next time you see a young person blacksmithing, don’t be surprised. It’s the newest cool thing to do! 1．What are “grandma hobbies” according to the passage? A．Modern mobile phone apps. B．Old-fashioned video games. C．Traditional enjoyable activities. D．Business plans for old people. 2．Why did Emma MacTaggart start needlepoint? A．To make more money. B．To change her lifestyle. C．To pass the time with friends. D．To get help from others. 3．What does the underlined word “engrossed” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．crazy B．bored C．tired D．angry 4．What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．“Grandma hobbies” help young people relax and find pleasure. B．All young people turn their hobbies into successful businesses. C．Needlepoint is the most popular free-time activity for Gen Z. D．Young people take up “grandma hobbies” only to make friends. （25-26八年级下·河北秦皇岛·期中）We want to know what you do in your free time. Welcome to leave your messages. I love cats! I like watching cat videos every day. I love taking photos when I see them too. And I collect things with cats on them—cards, notebooks. T-shirts and other things like those. But we can’t have cats at home because my dad doesn’t like them! My favourite thing to do is to look at maps on the computer. I like using “street view” (街景地图) and I just think that I’m walking in a street somewhere. I try and “visit” a different place in the world three times a month. I don’t really like sport, but I’m crazy about the New Zealand rugby (橄榄球) team, the All Blocks. My uncle and aunt live there and they love rugby. I watch the games and collect anything about them! Four times a month, my uncle and I talk on the phone about the All Blacks—I love that! 1．What doesn’t Helen collect? A．Cards. B．Notebooks. C．T-shirts. D．Videos. 2．How often does John “walk” in a different place in the world? A．Three times a week. B．Four times a week. C．Three times a month. D．Four times a month. 3．Which sentence may Lucas say? A．I really want a pet cat at home. B．I love walking around in Rome too. C．My favourite player is Jordie Barrett. D．I get a great bag with a picture of a cat on it. 4．What does the underlined word “crazy” mean? A．Mad. B．Curious. C．Sure. D．Worried. （25-26八年级下·安徽芜湖·期中）I started making paper-cuts last year when my grandma taught me how. She showed me some beautiful old paper-cuts first. At first, I thought it was easy, but I quickly realized it needed skills and patience. My first try didn’t go well. Some lines were not straight, and others broke easily. I wanted to stop, but my grandma said, “The first step is always the hardest.” I practiced every weekend. I used colourful paper to make each piece. Slowly, my paper-cuts got better. I made flowers, animals, and even Chinese characters like “fu” (blessing) and “xi” (joy). Last month, I made a set of paper-cuts for my Chinese teacher’s birthday. Mrs Lin loved them so much that she put them up in the classroom. All my classmates said they looked lovely. Making paper-cuts has become my favourite hobby. It helps me relax after school and teaches me perseverance (毅力). Every time I finish a piece, I feel a sense of achievement. This DIY hobby also connects me to my culture, as paper cutting is a traditional Chinese art with a long history. It reminds me that with practice and patience, I can make anything. 1．What is Paragraph 1 mainly about? A．Grandma’s advice on hobbies. B．Why paper cutting needs skills. C．The writer’s plan for learning paper cutting. D．The writer’s first try at paper cutting. 2．Why did the writer make paper-cuts for her Chinese teacher? A．To celebrate the teacher’s birthday. B．To show off her paper cutting skills. C．To learn more about paper cutting. D．To let the teacher decorate the classroom. 3．What does the underlined word “It” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The sense of achievement. B．Traditional Chinese culture. C．Making paper-cuts. D．The teacher’s birthday gift. 4．Which of the following best describes the writer? A．Impatient. B．Hard-working. C．Lazy. D．Shy. （25-26八年级下·河北石家庄·期中）Do you have a long list of hobbies that light you up but find it hard to balance (平衡) them all? You’re not alone! The real challenge isn’t having too many hobbies, but how you manage them. In this passage, we’ll share how to enjoy all your hobbies without tiring yourself. Focus on what you enjoy now. It’s not easy to follow every hobby at the same time. Focus on the hobbies that you like. For example, this month you’re excited about photography, but next month, you might want to try cooking. By changing hobbies, you’ll stay interested and avoid feeling tired. Set a flexible schedule (灵活的时间表). It helps you stay organized without pressure. You can create time blocks, such as one evening for drawing and another for guitar practice. Or you can combine your hobbies. For example, if you love being outdoors and photography, take your camera with you when you go out. By doing this, you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Perfection (完美) is not necessary. When you have many interests, it’s easy to feel pressure to be good at all of them. However, hobbies are supposed to be enjoyable, not stressful! It’s okay to be “just okay” at some things — what matters most is that they bring you joy. Hobbies are to make your life colorful. Just relax and have fun. 1．How many tips are given about hobbies? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2．The underlined word “combine” can be replaced by _________. A．put...together B．put...up C．get...over D．give...up 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to manage your hobbies properly. B．How to choose your hobbies easily. C．How to find enough time for your hobbies. D．How to make your hobbies fun. （24-25八年级下·河南驻马店·期中）Rock climbing (攀岩) did not become a sport until the mid-1900s. But now it has become a popular sport. While rock climbing may still be necessary for mountain climbing, most people just climb low mountains for fun. If you try rock climbing, you will know that it is not a very easy sport. Indoor and outdoor rock climbing both need practice. Besides, your body and your will (意志) are very important for rock climbing. To climb successfully, one must use wonderful skills. One of the important rules is to always have three parts of your body on the rock face. And then, your arms should hold you close to the rock face while your legs are pushing you up. The closer you are to the rock face, the easier it is to climb. Rock climbing is a wonderful sport. Once you start to learn how to climb, you will find more fun. If you like games such as playing chess, you may love rock climbing. They are nearly the same in the way of thinking. Rock climbing is also a good way to get yourself into shape. If you enjoy a difficult game and love outdoor activities, you should take up rock climbing as a new hobby. 1．When did rock climbing become a sport? A．Early in the 1900s. B．In 1900. C．Late in the 1900s. D．In the mid-1900s. 2．Why may the chess players like rock climbing? A．Because they’d like to get into shape. B．Because it is more interesting than playing chess. C．Because it is like playing chess in the way of thinking. D．Because they really like to do sports. 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．Rock climbing is a kind of indoor and outdoor activity. B．Rock climbing is a very easy sport. C．When you climb, your arms push you up. D．The closer you are to the rock face, the more difficult it is to climb. 4．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The history of rock climbing. B．The skills of rock climbing. C．The benefits (益处) of rock climbing. D．The culture of rock climbing. 5．What is the best title for this passage? A．Rock Climbing-a Wonderful Sport for You. B．Rock Climbing Improves (改善) Our Health. C．Practice Needed for Rock Climbing. D．Have Fun Playing Sports. Unit 2：健康安全 （25-26八年级下·山东青岛·月考）How to Read the Medicine Label (标签) Warnings △ Take it with a lot of water so that the medicine won’t stay in your throat. △ Eat some food before taking the medicine so that your stomach won’t be upset. △ May make you sleepy. Do not drive or use dangerous machines. Directions adults and children 12 years old and over 2 tablets (药片) every 4 to 6 hours; not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours children 6 years old to under 12 years old 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours; not more than 6 tablets in 24 hours children under 6 years old ask the doctor 1．According to the passage, who bought the medicine? A．Mr Brown. B．Mr Brown’s child. C．Jane Smith. D．Jane Smith’s child. 2．Who can the medicine be helpful for? A．The people who have a cold. B．The people who cut a finger. C．The people who break a leg. D．The people who have a toothache. 3．What should you avoid after taking the medicine? A． B． C． D． 4．How many tablets should Jane take at least a day if she is 12 years old? A．Six. B．Eight. C．Twelve. D．Thirteen. 5．In which part of a website can you probably read this passage? A．Travel. B．Culture. C．Health. D．Sports. （24-25八年级下·河南郑州·期中）Children spend too much time on smartphones and computers now. They are at risk of a lifetime of health problems, such as obesity (肥胖症) and eye problems, according to a study. The study was carried out by World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF，世界癌症研究基金会) in the UK. It found some actions—like looking at a smartphone or an iPad for a long time—are among the causes of obesity. It shows that obesity has something to do with several kinds of cancer, but physical activities can make that risk low. “New technologies make people spend a lot more time sitting long, such as sitting in cars, watching television and using computers, smartphones and so on,” the study said. “Less exercise has caused a number of health problems like breathing difficulty, a racing heart, poor bones (骨头) and stress.” According to the study, 14.1 million people across the world had cancer in 2012 and 8.2 million died from cancer, but about 40% of the cancer cases (病例) can be prevented. “This global cancer burden (负担) will increase to 21.7 million cases and 13 million deaths by 2030,” it said. WCRF also says that a lot more snacks will be eaten as a result of spending too much time on the screen and not doing exercise. 1．What causes children’s risk of a lifetime of health problems? A．Eating a lot more snacks in their life. B．Using new technologies to work and study. C．Doing exercise in a wrong way. D．Spending long on smartphones and computers. 2．How does the writer feel about using new technologies? A．Risky. B．Great. C．Helpful. D．Necessary. 3．How can we avoid (避免) having cancer according to the study? A．By going to see a doctor. B．By doing exercise. C．By eating less food every day. D．By choosing healthy snacks. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Some kinds of cancer can cause obesity. B．New technologies will lead to cancer. C．More people will get cancer and die in five years. D．People should find more ways to keep cancer away. 5．What’s the structure (结构) of the passage? (P1= Paragraph 1, P2= Paragraph 2...) A． B． C． D． （25-26八年级下·江苏南通·期中）Sudden cardiac death (心源性猝死) is a frightening and fast-acting heart problem. In China alone, about 550,000 people die from it every year, and many of them are young. It happens quickly, often without clear warning signs. Unhealthy habits like staying up late, eating too much junk food and working long hours are the main causes. Our heart normally beats 60-100 times a minute, but bad habits can make it work incorrectly, leading to sudden danger. As middle school students, we can take simple steps to protect ourselves. First, we should have yearly health checks to catch problems early. Second, we need healthy habits: sleep early, exercise three times a week, eat less salty or sweet food, and choose more vegetables and fruit. Third, if we have illnesses like hypertension (高血压), we must take medicine on time. Our body sends warnings before things get serious: chest pain, shortness of breath, feeling too tired or dizzy (眩晕的). When these happen, we must stop all activities at once, lie down slowly and call 120 for help right away. Learning to care for our hearts is key—only a healthy body lets us study well and live happily. 1．What are the main causes of sudden cardiac death according to the passage? A．Serious hypertension. B．Unhealthy living habits. C．Yearly health checks. D．Too much exercise. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A．A fast-acting heart problem. B．A healthy habit. C．Junk food. D．A young person. 3．What can we infer from the passage? A．Sudden cardiac death can be noticed easily before it happens. B．Middle school students don’t need to care about heart health. C．Keeping a balanced diet is good for our heart. D．We can keep working when we feel short of breath. 4．Which of the following is the right action when we have chest pain? ① Take medicine by ourselves ② Lie down slowly ③ Call 120 at once ④ Keep on doing activities A．①② B．②③ C．③④ D．①④ 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Ways to do exercise wisely B．How to keep away from junk food C．Sudden cardiac death and self-protection D．How to live a happy school life （25-26八年级下·河北秦皇岛·期中） Monday, March 23 I’m a virus for the common cold. Today I tried to infect (感染) a boy in a primary school. His name is Sam. I waited on his desktop, and when he touched the desk, I jumped on his finger. Unluckily, Sam didn’t touch his eyes, mouth or nose. Then after class, he washed his hands. Now I’m full of soap (肥皂) and sitting in a sink! Tuesday, March 24 This morning, I jumped to Sam’s best friend, Bill. Unluckily. the mucus (黏液) in his nose caught me. Then Bill sneezed (打喷嚏) while he was talking to Sam. So Sam quickly gave Bill a tissue (纸巾), and Bill sneezed into it. Infecting people is harder than I imagined. Wednesday, March 25 I’m feeling very sad today. Harry is my friend and he’s also a flu virus. But some scientists caught it this morning. They put it under a microscope (显微镜). Besides, Sam ate lots of vegetables today. He often exercises and he has eight hours of sleep every night. His body is too strong for me! Thursday, March 26 I tried to infect Sam again today, but he washed his hands five times and never touched his face! He also gave tissues to every student in his class who was sneezing. It’s impossible for me to give him a cold! So, I have to give up and I’m moving to another school. 1．Where was the virus on Monday, March 23 at last? A．In a sink. B．In Sam’s nose. C．On Sam’s desk. D．In Sam’s eyes. 2．What did Sam do when Bill sneezed on Tuesday? A．He called the teacher. B．He offered Bill a tissue. C．He stood away from Bill. D．He washed his hands quickly. 3．How is the life of the virus according to the text? A．Easy. B．Lucky. C．Dangerous. D．Difficult. 4．What does the story mainly want to tell us? A．Scientists can easily catch viruses. B．Viruses are clever and hard to stop. C．It is easy to get a cold in primary school. D．Good habits help us keep away from colds. 5．What is the best title for the text? A．Danger of a Virus B．Habit of a Virus C．Diary of a Virus D．Letter of a Virus （25-26八年级下·河北秦皇岛·期中）A four-year-old girl in southern China called the emergency number. She saved herself and her younger sister from a house fire. People on social media praised her for her calm action. The girl surprised her family by acting quickly to protect her sister after a fire started in their kitchen. The girl discovered a pan in the kitchen had caught fire, then she quickly ran to the living room and called the emergency helpline. When she got through to an operator (接线员), she raised her voice to call out the word “fireman” and then calmly told the operator what was happening. “Please hold on. Now I can’t open the door. My grandma locked it, and I don’t know how to open it,” the girl replied. Feeling helpless, the girl started crying, but quickly she kept calm and gave the operator her home location. After the call, the girl took her sister into a bedroom. She used a quilt (被子) to keep smoke out of the room. “Together with my sister, we were standing next to a window for some fresh air,” the girl said. The girl said she didn’t know what to do at first. Then she remembered her teacher’s lessons on fire. “My teacher said we must make an emergency call when there is a fire,” she said. 1．Where did the fire break out at first? A．In the kitchen. B．In the bedroom. C．In the dining hall. D．In the living room. 2．What did the girl actually do to save herself and her younger sister from the fire? ①She poured lots of water.        ②She called the emergency helpline. ③She used a quilt to stop smoke from entering.    ④She asked her grandma for help. A．①② B．②③ C．③④ D．②④ 3．What can we learn from the news? A．Firemen are always ready to help. B．Kids should learn to protect others. C．Kids should not cry in face of a fire. D．School lessons can be useful in real life. Unit 3：个人成长 （24-25八年级下·福建泉州·期中） The film Inside Out tells us a new way to understand people’s emotions. The story starts with an 11-year-old girl named Riley. Her mind has five key emotions: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. Each emotion has a special role in shaping Riley’s thoughts and actions. Joy, the brightest and most energetic, tries to keep Riley happy, while Sadness often feels overlooked. However, when Riley’s family moves to a new city, her emotions try to get used to the new environment. One day, Joy and Sadness accidentally get lost in Riley’s long-term memory. Without them, Anger, Fear, and Disgust play the main role, causing Riley to act differently. She becomes easily angry, keeps away from her parents, and even thinks about running away. At the same time, Joy realizes that Sadness plays an important role in helping Riley face difficult changes. In the end, the two emotions work together to get the balance back in Riley’s mind. The movie shows us a powerful message: all emotions, even bad ones, are necessary for healthy mental growth. By accepting Sadness, Riley learns to get along with difficulties and rebuilds stronger relationships. Inside Out teaches us that emotional balance is key to happiness. 1．What is Joy’s main role in Riley’s mind? A．To make Riley afraid of new things. B．To keep Riley happy and energetic. C．To help Riley dislike unpleasant food. D．To be the boss of all the other emotions. 2．What’s the result when Joy and Sadness are lost? A．Riley becomes very joyful. B．Riley acts the same as usual. C．Riley’s memories go away. D．Riley starts to act differently. 3．What does the underlined word “ones” refer to? A．Riley’s parents. B．Emotions like Sadness. C．Long-term memories. D．Joy and Sadness. 4．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．Accepting Sadness is enough for our mental growth. B．Joy is the most important emotion. C．Sadness should always be overlooked. D．All emotions are important for mental growth. 5．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．The Science of Emotions in Inside Out B．How to Control Anger and Fear C．Riley’s Journey to a New City D．Why Joy Is Better Than Sadness （25-26八年级下·广东汕头·期中）Everyone may feel angry. Some people cry or shout when they feel angry. Many of us have been used to hiding anger. A study suggests that this can have long-term bad influences on our health. Is it better to cry or break things whenever something makes us angry? The study points out that when we show our anger in this way, we probably can’t get on well with our friends or our family. The more time we keep being angry, the worse result we’ll get. So how can we deal with our feeling of anger in a right way? First, know what anger is. Anger is often caused by feelings of fear, disappointment and so on. Also, care more about those everyday things that will make us angry. For example, we may get angry in a long line at the store. Take a step back and think that it isn’t personal. Everyone in the line is in a hurry too—just like us; they’re probably rushing to get home and make dinner. Then we’ll feel better. Another way of dealing with anger is to talk about it. The study has shown that if we name our feelings, we can slowly pacify ourselves. Besides, take a deep breath or find helpful exercise to do. Exercise helps deal with anger. Remember that how we act when we are angry can make things better or worse. If we learn to deal with anger, we will be happier and healthier. 1．How does the writer lead into the topic in Paragraph 2? A．By telling a story. B．By asking a question. C．By giving an example. D．By using an old saying. 2．Which picture can show the relationship between anger and time? (x=the time you keep angry, y=the bad influences it will have) A． B． C． D． 3．Which can help deal with the feeling of anger according to the text? a. Taking some exercise.　　    b. Eating delicious food. c. Talking about anger.　　      d. Taking a deep breath. A．a, b, c. B．a, b, d. C．a, c, d. D．b, c, d. 4．What does the underlined word “pacify” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean? A．Excite. B．Calm. C．Hurt. D．Understand. 5．What’s the best title for the text? A．What Makes You Angry? B．Why Are You Angry? C．When to Deal with Anger? D．How to Deal with Anger? （25-26八年级下·河北唐山·期中）Growing up is a process of change and growth. It is not just about getting older, but also about becoming a better person. During our growth, we will experience many changes, such as physical changes, emotional changes and mental changes. Physical changes are the most obvious. As we grow up, our height and weight will increase. Our bodies will become stronger and more mature. For example, boys will have deeper voices and girls will have different body shapes. These changes are normal and are part of growing up. Emotional changes are also common during growth. We may feel happy, sad, excited or worried more easily. We may start to care more about what others think of us and may have more conflicts with our parents. These emotions are normal, and we should learn to deal with them properly. Mental changes are important too. We will become more independent and start to think more deeply about life and the world around us. We will learn to make our own decisions and take responsibility for our actions. This helps us grow into mature and responsible adults. Growing up can be challenging, but it is also a wonderful journey. It allows us to discover who we are and what we want to be. By accepting the changes and facing the challenges bravely, we can grow into the best version of ourselves. 1．What is growing up according to the passage? A．Just getting older. B．A process of change and growth. C．Only physical changes. D．Only emotional changes. 2．Which of the following is a physical change during growth? A．Feeling happy or sad easily. B．Thinking more deeply about life. C．Increasing in height and weight. D．Having conflicts with parents. 3．What does the underlined word “mature” mean in Paragraph 2? A．幼稚的。 B．成熟的。 C．虚弱的。 D．年轻的。 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．Growing up is always easy. B．We should avoid changes during growth. C．Mental changes are not important. D．We should face the challenges of growing up bravely. 5．What is the best title for this passage? A．Physical Changes During Growth B．Emotional Changes During Growth C．The Journey of Growing Up D．Mental Changes During Growth （25-26八年级下·河南周口·期中）Today, many people worry about smartphones and social media (社交媒体). They are made so interesting that young people don’t want to stop using them. A new report gives some facts about this problem. The report shows that after 2012, when more and more teenagers started to have smartphones, they felt less happy and satisfied (满意的) with life. It also finds that if teens spend more time on screens, their mental (精神的) health will get worse. Jean Twenge studied how screen activities and non-screen activities were connected to happiness. She found that screen time and non-screen time were like a “zero-sum” game: If you spend more time on one, you will have less time for the other. Many parents notice this. Diane Tanman says her two sons, aged 11 and 15, used to play outside more and felt happier. Now, they spend a lot of time on online games. These games often give rewards (奖励) to make players keep coming back. “They’re like junk (垃圾) food for the mind,” she says. Another parent, Ed Lazzara, finds his 12-year-old son Leo becomes unhappy and restless (不耐烦的) after playing video games for too long. However, totally keeping away from electronic devices (电子设备) won’t bring happiness, either. The report found that the happiest teens used them for less than one hour each day. If teens use them for more than an hour daily, they may become less happy. __________ Many schools ask students to use computers for learning. But problems come when teens use electronic devices too much for fun instead of for schoolwork. Understanding how screen time affects teens can help them use technology in a healthier way. Like enjoying ice cream: It’s okay sometimes, but not every day. 1．What happened to teens after more of them had smartphones after 2012? A．They felt happier. B．They felt less happy. C．They had better mental health. D．They spent less time at home. 2．What does the “zero-sum” game probably mean? A．People can get a lot of money from the game. B．Playing games can make people happy all the time. C．Screen activities are more interesting than non-screen activities. D．Spending more time on one means having less time for the other. 3．What does Diane Tanman think of online games? A．They are good for kids’ minds. B．They help kids make more friends. C．They are like junk food for kids’ minds. D．They can help kids with their schoolwork. 4．Which of the following can be put in ________? A．Electronic devices are very expensive for teens’ life. B．Using electronic devices is a normal part of teenagers’ life today. C．Teens should stop using all electronic devices at school. D．Teachers and parents can help teens control negative feelings. 5．Which is the best title for the text? A．Screen Time and Teens’ Happiness B．The Dangers of Online Games C．How to Be Happy Without Phones D．Parents’ Worry About Teens’ Study （24-25八年级下·甘肃张掖·期中）Many teenagers feel that the most important people in their eyes are their friends. They believe that their family members don’t know them, but friends know them well. In big families, brothers and sisters often fight with each other, so they can only go to their friends for some help. It is very important for teenagers to communicate with friends. Even when they are not with their friends, they usually spend a lot of time talking on the phone. This communication is very important in children’s growth, but these things are difficult to say to their parents. Parents should understand their children better. However, parents often try to choose (选择) their children’s friends for them. Some parents may even stop (阻止) their children from meeting their good friends. Have you ever thought of the following questions?   Who chooses (选择) your friends?   Do you choose your friends or do your friends choose you? Have you got a good friend, but your parents don’t like your friend? Your answers are welcome. 1．Many teenagers think that their ________ can know them better. A．friends B．teachers C．sisters D．parents 2．It is very important for teenagers to _________. A．communicate with friends B．communicate with classmates C．stop meeting friends D．communicate with teachers 3．When teenagers have something difficult to say to their parents, they usually________. A．stay alone at home B．fight with their parents C．talk to their friends D．go to their brothers or sisters for help 4．What does the sentence(句子) “Your answers are welcome” mean? A．You are welcome to discuss the questions with us. B．You can give us all the right answers. C．Your answer is always right. D．We don’t need any answers from you. 5．Which of the following is the writer’s attitude (作者的态度)？ A．Parents should choose friends for their children. B．Children should choose everything they like. C．Parents should understand their children better. D．Teenagers should only go to their friends for help. Unit 4：自然奇观 （25-26八年级下·浙江杭州·期中） The Highest Mountain — Mount QomolangmaWhere: on the border（边境）between China and Nepal How high: 8,848.86 metres high, over 200 metres higher than K2 (乔戈里峰), the world’s second highest mountain What it is like: It’s very dangerous to climb it because of the terrible weather. The Longest River — the NileWhere: in northeastern Africa How long: about 6,650 kilometres long, about 250 kilometres longer than China’s longest river — the Yangtze River. What it is like: It brings much water to Africans. It’s best to visit it in spring, autumn or winter. The Largest Desert — the SaharaWhere: in the north of Africa How large: about 9,320,000 square kilometres What it is like: It’s not good for people, animals or plants to live. It rains little there. 1．According to the text, how high is the world’s second highest mountain? A．8,848 metres. B．8,648 metres. C．200 metres. D．6,650 metres. 2．What do the Sahara and the Nile have in common? A．They are both good places to live in. B．They are both in Africa. C．It hardly rains in those two places. D．They are the same size. 3．In which part of the newspaper will you read this text? A．Global Travel. B．Nature Protection. C．Healthy lifestyle. D．Geography facts. （25-26八年级下·江西赣州·期中）The Yangtze River is more than 6,300 kilometres long. In the world, it is the third longest river. But it is the longest river in China. It is the mother river of Chinese people. The birthplace of the Yangtze River is the Tuotuo River in Qinghai Province. It runs through eleven provinces and cities, from west to east. Finally, it runs into the sea. Whenever you’d like to enjoy the Yangtze River, it is always so beautiful. I was born and grew up in Yichang, a city near the Yangtze River. So I know this river very well. In the morning, everything is peaceful. It’s the best time to see the Yangtze River on the bridge. It looks like a long huge dragon, truly amazing. At noon, the sun shines brightly on the water, and it looks much nicer. In the evening, I like playing games in the Binjiang Park by the river. I often see ships passing by on the Yangtze River. The colourful lights on the ships also add beauty to the Yangtze River. The Yangtze River never stops for a moment, feeding every living thing on the land with its long and huge body. The Yangtze River is our mother river, and all of Chinese people should protect it. 1．Which shows the correct flow of the Yangtze River? A．Qinghai Province→ Yichang → the sea B．Yichang → Qinghai Province → the sea C．Tuotuo River → eleven provinces and cities → the sea D．The sea → eleven provinces and cities → Tuotuo River 2．What does the underlined word “It” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The bridge B．The Yangtze River C．Yichang D．The park 3．What’s the main idea of Paragraph 3? A．The writer’s hometown is Yichang. B．The writer often sees the ships on the Yangtze River. C．The Yangtze River looks like a dragon in the morning. D．The Yangtze River is beautiful at different times of the day. 4．What can we infer about the writer? A．He dislikes living near the river. B．He often spends time by the river. C．He only sees the river in the morning. D．He knows the river very well from books. 5．What’s the main purpose of the passage? A．To show how to travel along the river. B．To talk about fun activities in Yichang. C．To tell us the history of the Yangtze River. D．To introduce the river and ask people to protect it. （25-26八年级下·浙江舟山·期中）The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world. It covers over 9,000,000 square kilometers across North Africa. The weather there can be very different in a day’s time. During the day, temperatures rise above 40℃, while nights can be very cold. It’s one of the toughest (艰难的) environments on earth. The Sahara is as big as Canada but has very few people. Less than two and a half million people live there; most of them are nomads. Nomads are people who have no permanent (固定的) homes. They move from place to place, carrying everything they need to live. The nomads of the Sahara depend on goats, sheep, and camels (骆驼) for food and transport. Water is the most important for them; they need water to live, so they must carry enough water or know where to find it. Without water, life is impossible. A desert is not defined (定义) by sand but by the lack of rain. To be a desert, a place must get less than 250 mm of rain each year. Surprisingly, only 25% of the Sahara is covered in sand. The rest is rock and gravel (砂砾). The Sahara was once much wetter and greener. Over time, it became the desert we see today. Truly, the Sahara is a place of history and change. 1．Where’s the Sahara? A．In South Africa. B．In Northeastern Africa. C．In Northwestern Africa. D．In North Africa. 2．What does the underlined word “nomads” probably mean? A．People who always carry things in the desert. B．People who always have to move their homes. C．People who only have one place to live. D．People who have no place to live. 3．According to the passage, what’s a desert? A．A place that has nomads living in it. B．A place that is very hot and dry all year round. C．A place that has more than 25% sand on its surface. D．A place that gets less than 250 mm of rain every year. 4．What’s the passage about? A．Facts about the Sahara. B．The people of the Sahara. C．The weather of the Sahara. D．The history of the Sahara. （25-26八年级下·全国·期中）The Dead Sea is one of the most unusual and fascinating natural places on our planet. Unlike common seas that teem with fish and sea plants, it has almost no living things. This is why its name the “Dead Sea” comes from. Geographically, it is located between Jordan (约旦) and Israel (以色列), in the dry part of the Middle East. It’s surrounded by rocky hills. That adds to its unique landscape. Covering an area of about 605 square kilometers, the Dead Sea’s size isn’t always the same. It changes slightly each year. This is mainly because of changes in rainfall; less rain means less water flowing into the sea. And also because towns and farms near it need more and more water. It is about 1,000 feet (英尺) deep. The deepest part of the Dead Sea is about 1,300 feet, making it one of the deepest salty lakes in the world. The Dead Sea has a high salt level, about 8 times saltier than the ocean. This high salt content (高盐分含量) creates strong buoyancy (浮力), letting people float (漂浮) easily on its surface even if they can’t swim. For many years, this special character has attracted millions of visitors from all over the world. Some come to experience the fun of floating. Sadly, the Dead Sea is facing a big problem: It is becoming smaller and smaller. Every year, its surface level drops a little. Protecting this natural wonder has become more important than ever. 1．Where is the Dead Sea located? A．Between Jordan and Israel. B．Between China and Japan. C．Between Canada and the US. D．Between France and Germany. 2．What is the size of the Dead Sea covering? A．About 605 square kilometers. B．About 1,000 square kilometers. C．About 1,300 square kilometers. D．About 1,500 square kilometers. 3．Why can people float easily on the Dead Sea? A．Because it kills people. B．Because it holds dead people. C．Because it has many plants in the water. D．Because it has a surprisingly high salt level. 4．Why do many visitors come to the Dead Sea? A．To fish in its water. B．To grow plants. C．To float and relax. D．To protect the Dead Sea. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．The location of the Dead Sea B．The reasons for people floating C．The ways to protect the Dead Sea D．Knowing about the Dead Sea （25-26八年级下·全国·单元测试）According to a new study, the Amazon Rainforest may become grassland in a few years. The Amazon Rainforest is the world’s biggest rainforest. It is in South America. It is so wide that it covers a little more than the half size of China! The Amazon River runs through the rainforest. It’s the world’s second longest river. The Amazon Rainforest covers much of Brazil. The green colour on the national flag of Brazil stands for the rainforest. However, climate change and human activities make it “sick”. Usually, the rainforest can fix itself. But now, it feels too “tired” to get better. According to the latest study, many trees there may die, and the Amazon Rainforest may turn into hot, dry grassland after a few years. Why is the Amazon “sick”? The Amazon Rainforest is one of the world’s wettest places. But since 2005, three droughts have hit the rainforest.  They were caused by climate change. The trees don’t have enough water to grow. What’s worse, as they become dry, they can easily catch fire. Besides, people cut down rainforest trees for wood. They burn the forest to make farmland. These kinds of activities have made about 17% of the rainforest disappear. ________ The Amazon Rainforest is called “the lungs of the earth”. The rich plants there take CO₂ out of the air and make oxygen (氧气). They make more than 20% of the planet’s oxygen. If the Amazon Rainforest “dies”, there will be more CO₂ and our planet will become even hotter. The Amazon Rainforest is also home to over 3million animals and plants. Many of them can’t live anywhere else. They would very likely disappear. 1．What does the new study show? A．Rainforests can speed up climate change. B．The Amazon Rainforest was once grassland. C．The Amazon will have fewer trees in the future. D．Many people enjoy activities in the Amazon Rainforest. 2．What does the underlined word “droughts” mean? A．Too little rain. B．Too little snow. C．Too much rain. D．Too much fire. 3．Choose the best sentence to fill in the ________ in the passage. A．Where is the Amazon Rainforest? B．Who lives in the Amazon Rainforest? C．How can we protect the Amazon Rainforest? D．What will happen if we lose the Amazon Rainforest? 4．Why is the Amazon Rainforest called “the lungs of the earth”? A．Because it is the coolest place on the earth. B．Because it has 17 percent of the earth’s minerals. C．Because it makes over one-fifth of the earth’s oxygen. D．Because people and animals can breathe more easily there. 5．What will happen if the Amazon Rainforest “dies”? A．We will feel colder. B．People will lose their lungs. C．There will be more oxygen. D．Many animals and plants will disappear. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025-2026学年八年级英语下册单元模块满分必刷题（新教材人教版） 期中考前阅读理解过关20篇(Units 1-4) 期中真题+名校模拟 Unit 1：业余活动 （25-26八年级下·浙江杭州·期中）What do young people like to do in their free time? If you think they are all playing video games or watching short videos on their phones, you might be wrong. In 2026, many young people are turning to something quite different — “grandma hobbies. “ “Grandma hobbies” is a fun name for traditional activities like needlepoint (刺绣) and gardening. These are things that people’s grandmothers used to enjoy. But now, Gen Z (people born after 1997) are falling in love with them. Emma MacTaggart, 26, from the US, is a good example. She used to work long hours in banking. After work, she would just look through her phone for hours — a habit called “getting lost in her phone.” To change this, she and her roommates decided to try needlepoint. Soon, they became “fully engrossed.” Emma said it was so relaxing that they spent almost all their free time making needlepoint works instead of looking at a screen. These old hobbies help young people reduce stress and feel relaxed. When they finish a gift or a dish, they feel proud and successful. Social media helps them become more popular. Young people share their works online and make friends. Some even turn their hobbies into businesses. Take Anna Weare as an example, a 31-year-old blacksmith (铁匠 ) — people now wait a year for her handmade products. So next time you see a young person blacksmithing, don’t be surprised. It’s the newest cool thing to do! 1．What are “grandma hobbies” according to the passage? A．Modern mobile phone apps. B．Old-fashioned video games. C．Traditional enjoyable activities. D．Business plans for old people. 2．Why did Emma MacTaggart start needlepoint? A．To make more money. B．To change her lifestyle. C．To pass the time with friends. D．To get help from others. 3．What does the underlined word “engrossed” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．crazy B．bored C．tired D．angry 4．What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．“Grandma hobbies” help young people relax and find pleasure. B．All young people turn their hobbies into successful businesses. C．Needlepoint is the most popular free-time activity for Gen Z. D．Young people take up “grandma hobbies” only to make friends. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了年轻人中流行的“奶奶爱好”——刺绣、园艺等传统活动。 1．第二段指出“‘Grandma hobbies’ is a fun name for traditional activities like needlepoint and gardening.”，所以“grandma hobbies”指的是刺绣、园艺这类传统的、令人愉悦的活动。 2．第三段指出“She used to work long hours in banking…To change this, she and her roommates decided to try needlepoint.”，Emma开始刺绣是为了改变自己沉迷手机的生活方式。 3．第三段中最后一句“Emma said it was so relaxing that they spent almost all their free time making needlepoint works instead of looking at a screen.”可知，这个喜好让她们沉浸其中，engrossed意为“全神贯注的；专心致志的”。 4．第四段指出“These old hobbies help young people reduce stress and feel relaxed. When they finish a gift or a dish, they feel proud and successful.”以及全文内容可知，作者主要想告诉我们：“Grandma hobbies” 能帮助年轻人放松、找到乐趣。 （25-26八年级下·河北秦皇岛·期中）We want to know what you do in your free time. Welcome to leave your messages. I love cats! I like watching cat videos every day. I love taking photos when I see them too. And I collect things with cats on them—cards, notebooks. T-shirts and other things like those. But we can’t have cats at home because my dad doesn’t like them! My favourite thing to do is to look at maps on the computer. I like using “street view” (街景地图) and I just think that I’m walking in a street somewhere. I try and “visit” a different place in the world three times a month. I don’t really like sport, but I’m crazy about the New Zealand rugby (橄榄球) team, the All Blocks. My uncle and aunt live there and they love rugby. I watch the games and collect anything about them! Four times a month, my uncle and I talk on the phone about the All Blacks—I love that! 1．What doesn’t Helen collect? A．Cards. B．Notebooks. C．T-shirts. D．Videos. 2．How often does John “walk” in a different place in the world? A．Three times a week. B．Four times a week. C．Three times a month. D．Four times a month. 3．Which sentence may Lucas say? A．I really want a pet cat at home. B．I love walking around in Rome too. C．My favourite player is Jordie Barrett. D．I get a great bag with a picture of a cat on it. 4．What does the underlined word “crazy” mean? A．Mad. B．Curious. C．Sure. D．Worried. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，介绍了三个人在空闲时间的爱好，包括Helen喜欢猫及相关物品收集、John喜欢在电脑上通过街景地图“游览”世界各地、Lucas热爱新西兰橄榄球队并收集相关信息。 1．表格第一行提到“And I collect things with cats on them—cards, notebooks, T-shirts and other things like those.”，表明Helen收集带有猫图案的卡片、笔记本、T恤等物品，并未提及收集视频。 2．表格第二行提到“I try and ‘visit’ a different place in the world three times a month.”，说明John每个月尝试“游览”世界上不同的地方三次。 3．表格第三行提到“but I’m crazy about the New Zealand rugby (橄榄球) team, the All Blocks.”以及“I watch the games and collect anything about them!”，表明Lucas热爱新西兰橄榄球队并收集相关信息，因此他可能会说“My favourite player is Jordie Barrett.”。 4．表格第三行提到“but I’m crazy about the New Zealand rugby (橄榄球) team, the All Blocks.”以及后文对Lucas热爱橄榄球队的描述，可以推断“crazy”在此处意为“非常热爱、痴迷”，与Mad“疯狂的、狂热的”意思相近。 （25-26八年级下·安徽芜湖·期中）I started making paper-cuts last year when my grandma taught me how. She showed me some beautiful old paper-cuts first. At first, I thought it was easy, but I quickly realized it needed skills and patience. My first try didn’t go well. Some lines were not straight, and others broke easily. I wanted to stop, but my grandma said, “The first step is always the hardest.” I practiced every weekend. I used colourful paper to make each piece. Slowly, my paper-cuts got better. I made flowers, animals, and even Chinese characters like “fu” (blessing) and “xi” (joy). Last month, I made a set of paper-cuts for my Chinese teacher’s birthday. Mrs Lin loved them so much that she put them up in the classroom. All my classmates said they looked lovely. Making paper-cuts has become my favourite hobby. It helps me relax after school and teaches me perseverance (毅力). Every time I finish a piece, I feel a sense of achievement. This DIY hobby also connects me to my culture, as paper cutting is a traditional Chinese art with a long history. It reminds me that with practice and patience, I can make anything. 1．What is Paragraph 1 mainly about? A．Grandma’s advice on hobbies. B．Why paper cutting needs skills. C．The writer’s plan for learning paper cutting. D．The writer’s first try at paper cutting. 2．Why did the writer make paper-cuts for her Chinese teacher? A．To celebrate the teacher’s birthday. B．To show off her paper cutting skills. C．To learn more about paper cutting. D．To let the teacher decorate the classroom. 3．What does the underlined word “It” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The sense of achievement. B．Traditional Chinese culture. C．Making paper-cuts. D．The teacher’s birthday gift. 4．Which of the following best describes the writer? A．Impatient. B．Hard-working. C．Lazy. D．Shy. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者学习剪纸的经历，包括初次尝试的困难、持续练习的进步以及剪纸对作者的意义。 1．第一段中，“At first, I thought it was easy, but I quickly realized it needed skills and patience. My first try didn’t go well.”表明该段主要描述了作者初次尝试剪纸的情况。 2．文章第二段明确提到“Last month, I made a set of paper-cuts for my Chinese teacher’s birthday.”，说明作者为老师制作剪纸是为了庆祝老师的生日。 3．第三段中，“Making paper-cuts has become my favourite hobby. It helps me relax after school and teaches me perseverance.”表明“It”指的是前一句中的“Making paper-cuts”，即剪纸这一活动。 4．文章中提到作者每个周末都练习剪纸，且剪纸技术逐渐提高，还为老师制作了生日剪纸，这些都表明作者是一个勤奋努力的人。 （25-26八年级下·河北石家庄·期中）Do you have a long list of hobbies that light you up but find it hard to balance (平衡) them all? You’re not alone! The real challenge isn’t having too many hobbies, but how you manage them. In this passage, we’ll share how to enjoy all your hobbies without tiring yourself. Focus on what you enjoy now. It’s not easy to follow every hobby at the same time. Focus on the hobbies that you like. For example, this month you’re excited about photography, but next month, you might want to try cooking. By changing hobbies, you’ll stay interested and avoid feeling tired. Set a flexible schedule (灵活的时间表). It helps you stay organized without pressure. You can create time blocks, such as one evening for drawing and another for guitar practice. Or you can combine your hobbies. For example, if you love being outdoors and photography, take your camera with you when you go out. By doing this, you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Perfection (完美) is not necessary. When you have many interests, it’s easy to feel pressure to be good at all of them. However, hobbies are supposed to be enjoyable, not stressful! It’s okay to be “just okay” at some things — what matters most is that they bring you joy. Hobbies are to make your life colorful. Just relax and have fun. 1．How many tips are given about hobbies? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2．The underlined word “combine” can be replaced by _________. A．put...together B．put...up C．get...over D．give...up 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to manage your hobbies properly. B．How to choose your hobbies easily. C．How to find enough time for your hobbies. D．How to make your hobbies fun. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．A 【导语】本文核心围绕“如何平衡多个爱好”展开，点明爱好的意义是让生活多彩，倡导大家放松心态、享受乐趣。 1．文章中分别提到“Focus on what you enjoy now.”（专注于你现在喜欢的事情）、“Set a flexible schedule (灵活的时间表).”（制定灵活的时间表）、“Perfection (完美) is not necessary.”（完美是没必要的），共三条关于爱好的建议，所以选C。 2．“combine”所在句子“Or you can combine your hobbies. For example, if you love being outdoors and photography, take your camera with you when you go out. By doing this, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.”，通过举例可知是把户外活动和摄影这两个爱好结合起来，“put ... together”有“把……放在一起、结合”的意思，与“combine”意思相符，所以选A。 3．文章开篇指出真正的挑战是如何管理爱好，接着从专注当下喜欢的、制定灵活时间表、不必追求完美等方面给出管理爱好的建议，所以文章主旨是如何恰当地管理你的爱好，A选项符合。 （24-25八年级下·河南驻马店·期中）Rock climbing (攀岩) did not become a sport until the mid-1900s. But now it has become a popular sport. While rock climbing may still be necessary for mountain climbing, most people just climb low mountains for fun. If you try rock climbing, you will know that it is not a very easy sport. Indoor and outdoor rock climbing both need practice. Besides, your body and your will (意志) are very important for rock climbing. To climb successfully, one must use wonderful skills. One of the important rules is to always have three parts of your body on the rock face. And then, your arms should hold you close to the rock face while your legs are pushing you up. The closer you are to the rock face, the easier it is to climb. Rock climbing is a wonderful sport. Once you start to learn how to climb, you will find more fun. If you like games such as playing chess, you may love rock climbing. They are nearly the same in the way of thinking. Rock climbing is also a good way to get yourself into shape. If you enjoy a difficult game and love outdoor activities, you should take up rock climbing as a new hobby. 1．When did rock climbing become a sport? A．Early in the 1900s. B．In 1900. C．Late in the 1900s. D．In the mid-1900s. 2．Why may the chess players like rock climbing? A．Because they’d like to get into shape. B．Because it is more interesting than playing chess. C．Because it is like playing chess in the way of thinking. D．Because they really like to do sports. 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．Rock climbing is a kind of indoor and outdoor activity. B．Rock climbing is a very easy sport. C．When you climb, your arms push you up. D．The closer you are to the rock face, the more difficult it is to climb. 4．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The history of rock climbing. B．The skills of rock climbing. C．The benefits (益处) of rock climbing. D．The culture of rock climbing. 5．What is the best title for this passage? A．Rock Climbing-a Wonderful Sport for You. B．Rock Climbing Improves (改善) Our Health. C．Practice Needed for Rock Climbing. D．Have Fun Playing Sports. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．A 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要讲述了攀岩运动的发展、特点、技巧以及其益处。 1． 细节理解题。根据“Rock climbing (攀岩) did not become a sport until the mid-1900s.”可知，攀岩在20世纪中期才成为一项运动。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“If you like games such as playing chess, you may love rock climbing. They are nearly the same in the way of thinking.”可知，攀岩和下棋在思维方式上是相似的。故选C。 3． 细节理解题。根据“Indoor and outdoor rock climbing both need practice.”可知，攀岩既可以是室内运动，也可以是户外运动。 故选A。 4．段落主旨题。根据“To climb successfully, one must use wonderful skills.”可知，第三段主要介绍了攀岩的技巧，故选B。 5．最佳标题题。文章主要介绍了攀岩的历史、技巧和乐趣，并鼓励读者尝试这项运动。 A选项最符合。故选A。 Unit 2：健康安全 （25-26八年级下·山东青岛·月考）How to Read the Medicine Label (标签) Warnings △ Take it with a lot of water so that the medicine won’t stay in your throat. △ Eat some food before taking the medicine so that your stomach won’t be upset. △ May make you sleepy. Do not drive or use dangerous machines. Directions adults and children 12 years old and over 2 tablets (药片) every 4 to 6 hours; not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours children 6 years old to under 12 years old 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours; not more than 6 tablets in 24 hours children under 6 years old ask the doctor 1．According to the passage, who bought the medicine? A．Mr Brown. B．Mr Brown’s child. C．Jane Smith. D．Jane Smith’s child. 2．Who can the medicine be helpful for? A．The people who have a cold. B．The people who cut a finger. C．The people who break a leg. D．The people who have a toothache. 3．What should you avoid after taking the medicine? A． B． C． D． 4．How many tablets should Jane take at least a day if she is 12 years old? A．Six. B．Eight. C．Twelve. D．Thirteen. 5．In which part of a website can you probably read this passage? A．Travel. B．Culture. C．Health. D．Sports. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了药品标签上的信息，包括药房信息、医生姓名、患者姓名、有效期、注意事项以及不同年龄段的用法用量。 1．标签上“JANE SMITH”出现在“Who bought the medicine”的位置，说明Jane Smith购买了该药品。 2．标签上“Help with common cold, headache, fever and cough”说明该药品有助于治疗感冒。 3．“Warnings”部分明确指出“May make you sleepy. Do not drive or use dangerous machines”，说明服药后应避免驾驶。 4．“Directions”部分指出12岁及以上成人“2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours; not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours”，Jane12岁，最小剂量为每6小时2片，一天24小时最少服用8片。 5．全文内容为药品使用说明，属于健康领域，最可能出现在网站的“健康”板块。 （24-25八年级下·河南郑州·期中）Children spend too much time on smartphones and computers now. They are at risk of a lifetime of health problems, such as obesity (肥胖症) and eye problems, according to a study. The study was carried out by World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF，世界癌症研究基金会) in the UK. It found some actions—like looking at a smartphone or an iPad for a long time—are among the causes of obesity. It shows that obesity has something to do with several kinds of cancer, but physical activities can make that risk low. “New technologies make people spend a lot more time sitting long, such as sitting in cars, watching television and using computers, smartphones and so on,” the study said. “Less exercise has caused a number of health problems like breathing difficulty, a racing heart, poor bones (骨头) and stress.” According to the study, 14.1 million people across the world had cancer in 2012 and 8.2 million died from cancer, but about 40% of the cancer cases (病例) can be prevented. “This global cancer burden (负担) will increase to 21.7 million cases and 13 million deaths by 2030,” it said. WCRF also says that a lot more snacks will be eaten as a result of spending too much time on the screen and not doing exercise. 1．What causes children’s risk of a lifetime of health problems? A．Eating a lot more snacks in their life. B．Using new technologies to work and study. C．Doing exercise in a wrong way. D．Spending long on smartphones and computers. 2．How does the writer feel about using new technologies? A．Risky. B．Great. C．Helpful. D．Necessary. 3．How can we avoid (避免) having cancer according to the study? A．By going to see a doctor. B．By doing exercise. C．By eating less food every day. D．By choosing healthy snacks. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Some kinds of cancer can cause obesity. B．New technologies will lead to cancer. C．More people will get cancer and die in five years. D．People should find more ways to keep cancer away. 5．What’s the structure (结构) of the passage? (P1= Paragraph 1, P2= Paragraph 2...) A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文指出如今孩子们过度使用智能手机和电脑，面临肥胖、眼疾等健康风险，还可能增加患癌风险。新科技让人久坐不动，减少锻炼引发多种健康问题。同时提到全球癌症负担将加重的严重问题。 1．细节理解题。根据“Children spend too much time on smartphones and computers now. They are at risk of a lifetime of health problems”和“New technologies make people spend a lot more time sitting long, such as sitting in cars, watching television and using computers, smartphones and so on”可知，长时间使用智能手机和电脑导致孩子面临健康风险。故选D。 2．观点态度题。根据“Children spend too much time on smartphones and computers now. They are at risk of a lifetime of health problems, such as obesity (肥胖症) and eye problems, according to a study.”可知，文中提到孩子过度使用智能手机和电脑会面临健康问题，如肥胖、眼疾，还可能增加患癌风险，可看出作者认为使用新科技有风险。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“It shows that obesity has something to do with several kinds of cancer, but physical activities can make that risk low.”可知，运动能降低患癌风险，即通过锻炼可避免患癌。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“This global cancer burden will increase to 21.7 million cases and 13 million deaths by 2030”可知，未来会有更多人患癌并因此死亡，所以人们应想办法远离癌症。故选D。 5．篇章结构题。通读原文可知，文章第一段提出孩子过度使用电子设备面临健康风险这一观点，后面几段分别从肥胖与癌症关系、新科技对锻炼及健康影响、全球癌症负担加重、吃更多零食等方面展开论述，是总分结构。故选A。 （25-26八年级下·江苏南通·期中）Sudden cardiac death (心源性猝死) is a frightening and fast-acting heart problem. In China alone, about 550,000 people die from it every year, and many of them are young. It happens quickly, often without clear warning signs. Unhealthy habits like staying up late, eating too much junk food and working long hours are the main causes. Our heart normally beats 60-100 times a minute, but bad habits can make it work incorrectly, leading to sudden danger. As middle school students, we can take simple steps to protect ourselves. First, we should have yearly health checks to catch problems early. Second, we need healthy habits: sleep early, exercise three times a week, eat less salty or sweet food, and choose more vegetables and fruit. Third, if we have illnesses like hypertension (高血压), we must take medicine on time. Our body sends warnings before things get serious: chest pain, shortness of breath, feeling too tired or dizzy (眩晕的). When these happen, we must stop all activities at once, lie down slowly and call 120 for help right away. Learning to care for our hearts is key—only a healthy body lets us study well and live happily. 1．What are the main causes of sudden cardiac death according to the passage? A．Serious hypertension. B．Unhealthy living habits. C．Yearly health checks. D．Too much exercise. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A．A fast-acting heart problem. B．A healthy habit. C．Junk food. D．A young person. 3．What can we infer from the passage? A．Sudden cardiac death can be noticed easily before it happens. B．Middle school students don’t need to care about heart health. C．Keeping a balanced diet is good for our heart. D．We can keep working when we feel short of breath. 4．Which of the following is the right action when we have chest pain? ① Take medicine by ourselves ② Lie down slowly ③ Call 120 at once ④ Keep on doing activities A．①② B．②③ C．③④ D．①④ 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Ways to do exercise wisely B．How to keep away from junk food C．Sudden cardiac death and self-protection D．How to live a happy school life 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文主要讲述了心源性猝死这一令人害怕的突发性心脏疾病。 1．根据第一段第四句“Unhealthy habits like staying up late, eating too much junk food and working long hours are the main causes.”可知，心源性猝死的主要原因是不健康的生活习惯。 2．根据第一段第一句“Sudden cardiac death (心源性猝死) is a frightening and fast-acting heart problem.”可知，心源性猝死是一种可怕且快速反应的心脏问题。 3．根据第二段第三句“Second, we need healthy habits: sleep early, exercise three times a week, eat less salty or sweet food, and choose more vegetables and fruit.”可知，保持均衡的饮食对我们的心脏有好处。 4．根据第三段第二句“When these happen, we must stop all activities at once, lie down slowly and call 120 for help right away.”可知，当我们有胸痛时，我们应该慢慢躺下和立刻拨打120。 5．根据第一段第一句“Sudden cardiac death (心源性猝死) is a frightening and fast-acting heart problem.”以及最后一句“Learning to care for our hearts is key—only a healthy body lets us study well and live happily.”可知，本文的标题为“心源性猝死与自我保护”。 （25-26八年级下·河北秦皇岛·期中） Monday, March 23 I’m a virus for the common cold. Today I tried to infect (感染) a boy in a primary school. His name is Sam. I waited on his desktop, and when he touched the desk, I jumped on his finger. Unluckily, Sam didn’t touch his eyes, mouth or nose. Then after class, he washed his hands. Now I’m full of soap (肥皂) and sitting in a sink! Tuesday, March 24 This morning, I jumped to Sam’s best friend, Bill. Unluckily. the mucus (黏液) in his nose caught me. Then Bill sneezed (打喷嚏) while he was talking to Sam. So Sam quickly gave Bill a tissue (纸巾), and Bill sneezed into it. Infecting people is harder than I imagined. Wednesday, March 25 I’m feeling very sad today. Harry is my friend and he’s also a flu virus. But some scientists caught it this morning. They put it under a microscope (显微镜). Besides, Sam ate lots of vegetables today. He often exercises and he has eight hours of sleep every night. His body is too strong for me! Thursday, March 26 I tried to infect Sam again today, but he washed his hands five times and never touched his face! He also gave tissues to every student in his class who was sneezing. It’s impossible for me to give him a cold! So, I have to give up and I’m moving to another school. 1．Where was the virus on Monday, March 23 at last? A．In a sink. B．In Sam’s nose. C．On Sam’s desk. D．In Sam’s eyes. 2．What did Sam do when Bill sneezed on Tuesday? A．He called the teacher. B．He offered Bill a tissue. C．He stood away from Bill. D．He washed his hands quickly. 3．How is the life of the virus according to the text? A．Easy. B．Lucky. C．Dangerous. D．Difficult. 4．What does the story mainly want to tell us? A．Scientists can easily catch viruses. B．Viruses are clever and hard to stop. C．It is easy to get a cold in primary school. D．Good habits help us keep away from colds. 5．What is the best title for the text? A．Danger of a Virus B．Habit of a Virus C．Diary of a Virus D．Letter of a Virus 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，以一个感冒病毒的视角，记录了它试图感染小学生Sam却屡屡失败的过程，展现了Sam良好的卫生习惯和健康生活方式对预防感冒的作用。 1．文章第一段提到“Now I’m full of soap and sitting in a sink!”，直接表明3月23日星期一，病毒最后在洗手池里。 2．文章第二段提到“So Sam quickly gave Bill a tissue”，说明当Bill打喷嚏时，Sam给了他一张纸巾。 3．文章第二段提到“Infecting people is harder than I imagined.”以及第三段提到“His body is too strong for me!”和第四段提到“It’s impossible for me to give him a cold!”，表明病毒发现感染人类比它想象的要难，Sam的身体很强壮，病毒无法让他感冒，说明病毒的生活很困难。 4．文章通过病毒试图感染Sam却失败的经历，展现了Sam良好的卫生习惯和健康生活方式，如洗手、不摸脸、给打喷嚏的同学纸巾等，这些习惯帮助他远离感冒，文章主要想告诉我们好习惯有助于我们远离感冒。 5．文章以一个感冒病毒的视角，按时间顺序记录了它从3月23日到3月26日试图感染Sam的过程，因此“Diary of a Virus”最适合作为文章标题。 （25-26八年级下·河北秦皇岛·期中）A four-year-old girl in southern China called the emergency number. She saved herself and her younger sister from a house fire. People on social media praised her for her calm action. The girl surprised her family by acting quickly to protect her sister after a fire started in their kitchen. The girl discovered a pan in the kitchen had caught fire, then she quickly ran to the living room and called the emergency helpline. When she got through to an operator (接线员), she raised her voice to call out the word “fireman” and then calmly told the operator what was happening. “Please hold on. Now I can’t open the door. My grandma locked it, and I don’t know how to open it,” the girl replied. Feeling helpless, the girl started crying, but quickly she kept calm and gave the operator her home location. After the call, the girl took her sister into a bedroom. She used a quilt (被子) to keep smoke out of the room. “Together with my sister, we were standing next to a window for some fresh air,” the girl said. The girl said she didn’t know what to do at first. Then she remembered her teacher’s lessons on fire. “My teacher said we must make an emergency call when there is a fire,” she said. 1．Where did the fire break out at first? A．In the kitchen. B．In the bedroom. C．In the dining hall. D．In the living room. 2．What did the girl actually do to save herself and her younger sister from the fire? ①She poured lots of water.        ②She called the emergency helpline. ③She used a quilt to stop smoke from entering.    ④She asked her grandma for help. A．①② B．②③ C．③④ D．②④ 3．What can we learn from the news? A．Firemen are always ready to help. B．Kids should learn to protect others. C．Kids should not cry in face of a fire. D．School lessons can be useful in real life. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道，讲述了中国南方一名4岁女孩在厨房起火后，冷静拨打急救电话、用被子阻隔烟雾，成功自救并救下妹妹的故事，赞扬了她的沉着应对，也体现了校园安全教育的重要性。 1．根据文章第二段“after a fire started in their kitchen”以及第三段“The girl discovered a pan in the kitchen had caught fire”，可知火灾最初发生在厨房。 2．逐一核对女孩的自救行为：①她没有泼水，原文未提及，排除；②她拨打了急救电话，原文第三段明确提到，正确；③她用被子阻隔烟雾进入房间，原文第六段提到，正确；④她没有向奶奶求助，反而提到门被奶奶锁了，排除。因此正确组合为②③。 3．根据文章最后一段“Then she remembered her teacher’s lessons on fire. ‘My teacher said we must make an emergency call when there is a fire,’ she said.”，可知女孩正是用了学校学到的知识救了自己，说明学校的课程在现实生活中是有用的。 Unit 3：个人成长 （24-25八年级下·福建泉州·期中） The film Inside Out tells us a new way to understand people’s emotions. The story starts with an 11-year-old girl named Riley. Her mind has five key emotions: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. Each emotion has a special role in shaping Riley’s thoughts and actions. Joy, the brightest and most energetic, tries to keep Riley happy, while Sadness often feels overlooked. However, when Riley’s family moves to a new city, her emotions try to get used to the new environment. One day, Joy and Sadness accidentally get lost in Riley’s long-term memory. Without them, Anger, Fear, and Disgust play the main role, causing Riley to act differently. She becomes easily angry, keeps away from her parents, and even thinks about running away. At the same time, Joy realizes that Sadness plays an important role in helping Riley face difficult changes. In the end, the two emotions work together to get the balance back in Riley’s mind. The movie shows us a powerful message: all emotions, even bad ones, are necessary for healthy mental growth. By accepting Sadness, Riley learns to get along with difficulties and rebuilds stronger relationships. Inside Out teaches us that emotional balance is key to happiness. 1．What is Joy’s main role in Riley’s mind? A．To make Riley afraid of new things. B．To keep Riley happy and energetic. C．To help Riley dislike unpleasant food. D．To be the boss of all the other emotions. 2．What’s the result when Joy and Sadness are lost? A．Riley becomes very joyful. B．Riley acts the same as usual. C．Riley’s memories go away. D．Riley starts to act differently. 3．What does the underlined word “ones” refer to? A．Riley’s parents. B．Emotions like Sadness. C．Long-term memories. D．Joy and Sadness. 4．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．Accepting Sadness is enough for our mental growth. B．Joy is the most important emotion. C．Sadness should always be overlooked. D．All emotions are important for mental growth. 5．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．The Science of Emotions in Inside Out B．How to Control Anger and Fear C．Riley’s Journey to a New City D．Why Joy Is Better Than Sadness 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．B 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了动画电影《头脑特工队》的剧情，讲述了主角Riley脑中的五种情绪如何相互作用，最终传达了“所有情绪对心理健康成长都很重要”的核心思想。 1．第一段“Joy, the brightest and most energetic, tries to keep Riley happy, while Sadness often feels overlooked.”直接说明Joy的主要作用是让Riley快乐。 2．第二段“Without them, Anger, Fear, and Disgust play the main role, causing Riley to act differently.”指出Joy和Sadness失踪后，Riley开始表现得不一样。 3．最后一段“all emotions, even bad ones, are necessary for healthy mental growth.”表明“ones”指代前文提到的“emotions”，结合上下文，这里的“bad ones”指的是像Sadness这样的负面情绪。 4．最后一段“The movie shows us a powerful message: all emotions, even bad ones, are necessary for healthy mental growth.”强调了所有情绪对心理健康成长都很重要。 5．文章围绕《头脑特工队》展开，介绍了电影中情绪的科学原理和核心思想，A选项 “《头脑特工队》中的情绪科学”最能概括全文内容。 （25-26八年级下·广东汕头·期中）Everyone may feel angry. Some people cry or shout when they feel angry. Many of us have been used to hiding anger. A study suggests that this can have long-term bad influences on our health. Is it better to cry or break things whenever something makes us angry? The study points out that when we show our anger in this way, we probably can’t get on well with our friends or our family. The more time we keep being angry, the worse result we’ll get. So how can we deal with our feeling of anger in a right way? First, know what anger is. Anger is often caused by feelings of fear, disappointment and so on. Also, care more about those everyday things that will make us angry. For example, we may get angry in a long line at the store. Take a step back and think that it isn’t personal. Everyone in the line is in a hurry too—just like us; they’re probably rushing to get home and make dinner. Then we’ll feel better. Another way of dealing with anger is to talk about it. The study has shown that if we name our feelings, we can slowly pacify ourselves. Besides, take a deep breath or find helpful exercise to do. Exercise helps deal with anger. Remember that how we act when we are angry can make things better or worse. If we learn to deal with anger, we will be happier and healthier. 1．How does the writer lead into the topic in Paragraph 2? A．By telling a story. B．By asking a question. C．By giving an example. D．By using an old saying. 2．Which picture can show the relationship between anger and time? (x=the time you keep angry, y=the bad influences it will have) A． B． C． D． 3．Which can help deal with the feeling of anger according to the text? a. Taking some exercise.　　    b. Eating delicious food. c. Talking about anger.　　      d. Taking a deep breath. A．a, b, c. B．a, b, d. C．a, c, d. D．b, c, d. 4．What does the underlined word “pacify” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean? A．Excite. B．Calm. C．Hurt. D．Understand. 5．What’s the best title for the text? A．What Makes You Angry? B．Why Are You Angry? C．When to Deal with Anger? D．How to Deal with Anger? 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了愤怒情绪对健康的负面影响，以及正确处理愤怒的方法，包括了解愤怒、关注触发因素、谈论情绪、深呼吸和运动等。 1．第二段开头“Is it better to cry or break things whenever something makes us angry?”是一个问句，作者通过提问来引入话题。 2．文中第三段提到“The more time we keep being angry, the worse result we’ll get.”，说明愤怒持续的时间越长，负面影响越大，两者呈正相关关系，对应A图。 3． 文中第四段提到“talk about it”（谈论愤怒）、“take a deep breath”（深呼吸），第五段提到“find helpful exercise to do”（运动），因此a、c、d正确。 4．根据第四段“name our feelings”（说出情绪名称）和“slowly...ourselves”可知，该动作的结果是让自己从愤怒中“平静下来”，因此pacify意为“使平静”。 5．全文围绕“如何正确处理愤怒”展开，介绍了多种方法，因此最佳标题为“How to Deal with Anger?”。 （25-26八年级下·河北唐山·期中）Growing up is a process of change and growth. It is not just about getting older, but also about becoming a better person. During our growth, we will experience many changes, such as physical changes, emotional changes and mental changes. Physical changes are the most obvious. As we grow up, our height and weight will increase. Our bodies will become stronger and more mature. For example, boys will have deeper voices and girls will have different body shapes. These changes are normal and are part of growing up. Emotional changes are also common during growth. We may feel happy, sad, excited or worried more easily. We may start to care more about what others think of us and may have more conflicts with our parents. These emotions are normal, and we should learn to deal with them properly. Mental changes are important too. We will become more independent and start to think more deeply about life and the world around us. We will learn to make our own decisions and take responsibility for our actions. This helps us grow into mature and responsible adults. Growing up can be challenging, but it is also a wonderful journey. It allows us to discover who we are and what we want to be. By accepting the changes and facing the challenges bravely, we can grow into the best version of ourselves. 1．What is growing up according to the passage? A．Just getting older. B．A process of change and growth. C．Only physical changes. D．Only emotional changes. 2．Which of the following is a physical change during growth? A．Feeling happy or sad easily. B．Thinking more deeply about life. C．Increasing in height and weight. D．Having conflicts with parents. 3．What does the underlined word “mature” mean in Paragraph 2? A．幼稚的。 B．成熟的。 C．虚弱的。 D．年轻的。 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．Growing up is always easy. B．We should avoid changes during growth. C．Mental changes are not important. D．We should face the challenges of growing up bravely. 5．What is the best title for this passage? A．Physical Changes During Growth B．Emotional Changes During Growth C．The Journey of Growing Up D．Mental Changes During Growth 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文介绍了成长过程中的身体变化、情感变化和心理变化，并指出成长是一次充满挑战但精彩的旅程。 1．第一段指出成长的定义：“Growing up is a process of change and growth.”，说明成长是变化和成长的过程。 2．第二段指出身体变化包括：“Our height and weight will increase.”，说明身高体重增加是身体变化。 3．第二段指出身体变得更“stronger and more mature”，结合语境，意为“成熟的”。 4．最后一段指出：“By accepting the changes and facing the challenges bravely, we can grow into the best version of ourselves.”，说明我们应该勇敢面对成长的挑战。 5．全文围绕成长过程展开，介绍了身体、情感和心理三方面的变化，因此“成长的旅程”最能概括全文主旨。 （25-26八年级下·河南周口·期中）Today, many people worry about smartphones and social media (社交媒体). They are made so interesting that young people don’t want to stop using them. A new report gives some facts about this problem. The report shows that after 2012, when more and more teenagers started to have smartphones, they felt less happy and satisfied (满意的) with life. It also finds that if teens spend more time on screens, their mental (精神的) health will get worse. Jean Twenge studied how screen activities and non-screen activities were connected to happiness. She found that screen time and non-screen time were like a “zero-sum” game: If you spend more time on one, you will have less time for the other. Many parents notice this. Diane Tanman says her two sons, aged 11 and 15, used to play outside more and felt happier. Now, they spend a lot of time on online games. These games often give rewards (奖励) to make players keep coming back. “They’re like junk (垃圾) food for the mind,” she says. Another parent, Ed Lazzara, finds his 12-year-old son Leo becomes unhappy and restless (不耐烦的) after playing video games for too long. However, totally keeping away from electronic devices (电子设备) won’t bring happiness, either. The report found that the happiest teens used them for less than one hour each day. If teens use them for more than an hour daily, they may become less happy. __________ Many schools ask students to use computers for learning. But problems come when teens use electronic devices too much for fun instead of for schoolwork. Understanding how screen time affects teens can help them use technology in a healthier way. Like enjoying ice cream: It’s okay sometimes, but not every day. 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What happened to teens after more of them had smartphones after 2012? A．They felt happier. B．They felt less happy. C．They had better mental health. D．They spent less time at home. 2．What does the “zero-sum” game probably mean? A．People can get a lot of money from the game. B．Playing games can make people happy all the time. C．Screen activities are more interesting than non-screen activities. D．Spending more time on one means having less time for the other. 3．What does Diane Tanman think of online games? A．They are good for kids’ minds. B．They help kids make more friends. C．They are like junk food for kids’ minds. D．They can help kids with their schoolwork. 4．Which of the following can be put in ________? A．Electronic devices are very expensive for teens’ life. B．Using electronic devices is a normal part of teenagers’ life today. C．Teens should stop using all electronic devices at school. D．Teachers and parents can help teens control negative feelings. 5．Which is the best title for the text? A．Screen Time and Teens’ Happiness B．The Dangers of Online Games C．How to Be Happy Without Phones D．Parents’ Worry About Teens’ Study 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要讲述了智能手机和社交媒体对青少年幸福感的影响。 1．根据第二段 “The report shows that after 2012, when more and more teenagers started to have smartphones, they felt less happy and satisfied with life.” 可知，2012年后越来越多青少年拥有智能手机，他们感到不那么快乐了。 2．根据第三段 “She found that screen time and non-screen time were like a ‘zero-sum’ game: If you spend more time on one, you will have less time for the other.” 可知，zero-sum game指的是在一方面花更多时间，就意味着在另一方面时间更少。 3．根据第四段 “‘They’re like junk food for the mind,’ she says.” 可知，Diane Tanman认为网络游戏就像精神垃圾食品。 4．空后提到 “很多学校要求学生用电脑学习”，说明电子产品在青少年生活中很常见、很正常。 5．全文围绕青少年使用电子产品的时间与他们的幸福感、心理健康之间的关系展开。 （24-25八年级下·甘肃张掖·期中）Many teenagers feel that the most important people in their eyes are their friends. They believe that their family members don’t know them, but friends know them well. In big families, brothers and sisters often fight with each other, so they can only go to their friends for some help. It is very important for teenagers to communicate with friends. Even when they are not with their friends, they usually spend a lot of time talking on the phone. This communication is very important in children’s growth, but these things are difficult to say to their parents. Parents should understand their children better. However, parents often try to choose (选择) their children’s friends for them. Some parents may even stop (阻止) their children from meeting their good friends. Have you ever thought of the following questions?   Who chooses (选择) your friends?   Do you choose your friends or do your friends choose you? Have you got a good friend, but your parents don’t like your friend? Your answers are welcome. 1．Many teenagers think that their ________ can know them better. A．friends B．teachers C．sisters D．parents 2．It is very important for teenagers to _________. A．communicate with friends B．communicate with classmates C．stop meeting friends D．communicate with teachers 3．When teenagers have something difficult to say to their parents, they usually________. A．stay alone at home B．fight with their parents C．talk to their friends D．go to their brothers or sisters for help 4．What does the sentence(句子) “Your answers are welcome” mean? A．You are welcome to discuss the questions with us. B．You can give us all the right answers. C．Your answer is always right. D．We don’t need any answers from you. 5．Which of the following is the writer’s attitude (作者的态度)？ A．Parents should choose friends for their children. B．Children should choose everything they like. C．Parents should understand their children better. D．Teenagers should only go to their friends for help. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文讲述许多青少年认为朋友是最懂自己的人，和朋友交流对青少年成长很重要，而有些话很难对父母说。同时提到父母应更理解孩子，却常试图为孩子选择朋友，甚至阻止孩子见好朋友，最后还提出几个相关问题邀请读者思考并给出答案。 1．细节理解题。根据“Many teenagers feel that the most important people in their eyes are their friends. They believe that their family members don't know them, but friends know them well.”可知，许多青少年认为朋友更懂他们。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“It is very important for teenagers to communicate with friends.”可知，青少年与朋友交流非常重要，故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Even when they are not with their friends, they usually spend a lot of time talking on the phone. This communication is very important in children’s growth, but these things are difficult to say to their parents.”可知，青少年有难对父母说的事时，通常会和朋友交流，故选C。 4．词句猜测题。根据“Your answers are welcome”可知，本句意思是欢迎读者来讨论这些问题、给出答案，即“你可以和我们讨论这些问题”。故选A。 5．观点态度题。根据“Parents should understand their children better.”可知，作者认为父母应该更理解孩子。故选C。 Unit 4：自然奇观 （25-26八年级下·浙江杭州·期中） The Highest Mountain — Mount QomolangmaWhere: on the border（边境）between China and Nepal How high: 8,848.86 metres high, over 200 metres higher than K2 (乔戈里峰), the world’s second highest mountain What it is like: It’s very dangerous to climb it because of the terrible weather. The Longest River — the NileWhere: in northeastern Africa How long: about 6,650 kilometres long, about 250 kilometres longer than China’s longest river — the Yangtze River. What it is like: It brings much water to Africans. It’s best to visit it in spring, autumn or winter. The Largest Desert — the SaharaWhere: in the north of Africa How large: about 9,320,000 square kilometres What it is like: It’s not good for people, animals or plants to live. It rains little there. 1．According to the text, how high is the world’s second highest mountain? A．8,848 metres. B．8,648 metres. C．200 metres. D．6,650 metres. 2．What do the Sahara and the Nile have in common? A．They are both good places to live in. B．They are both in Africa. C．It hardly rains in those two places. D．They are the same size. 3．In which part of the newspaper will you read this text? A．Global Travel. B．Nature Protection. C．Healthy lifestyle. D．Geography facts. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文介绍了世界最高峰珠穆朗玛峰、世界最长河流尼罗河以及世界最大沙漠撒哈拉沙漠的地理位置、相关数据和特征。 1．根据第一段内容: “8,848.86 metres high, over200metres higher than K2 (乔戈里峰), the world’s second highest mountain.” 计算可得8848.86−200≈8648米，因此选该项。   2．根据第二段内容: “The Longest River— the Nile … in northeastern Africa” “The Largest Desert— the Sahara…in the north of Africa.” 可知它们都在非洲。可知二者都位于非洲，这是它们的共同点。 3．全文介绍山脉、河流、沙漠的地理相关知识，属于地理事实范畴，因此会出现在报纸的地理事实板块。 （25-26八年级下·江西赣州·期中）The Yangtze River is more than 6,300 kilometres long. In the world, it is the third longest river. But it is the longest river in China. It is the mother river of Chinese people. The birthplace of the Yangtze River is the Tuotuo River in Qinghai Province. It runs through eleven provinces and cities, from west to east. Finally, it runs into the sea. Whenever you’d like to enjoy the Yangtze River, it is always so beautiful. I was born and grew up in Yichang, a city near the Yangtze River. So I know this river very well. In the morning, everything is peaceful. It’s the best time to see the Yangtze River on the bridge. It looks like a long huge dragon, truly amazing. At noon, the sun shines brightly on the water, and it looks much nicer. In the evening, I like playing games in the Binjiang Park by the river. I often see ships passing by on the Yangtze River. The colourful lights on the ships also add beauty to the Yangtze River. The Yangtze River never stops for a moment, feeding every living thing on the land with its long and huge body. The Yangtze River is our mother river, and all of Chinese people should protect it. 1．Which shows the correct flow of the Yangtze River? A．Qinghai Province→ Yichang → the sea B．Yichang → Qinghai Province → the sea C．Tuotuo River → eleven provinces and cities → the sea D．The sea → eleven provinces and cities → Tuotuo River 2．What does the underlined word “It” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The bridge B．The Yangtze River C．Yichang D．The park 3．What’s the main idea of Paragraph 3? A．The writer’s hometown is Yichang. B．The writer often sees the ships on the Yangtze River. C．The Yangtze River looks like a dragon in the morning. D．The Yangtze River is beautiful at different times of the day. 4．What can we infer about the writer? A．He dislikes living near the river. B．He often spends time by the river. C．He only sees the river in the morning. D．He knows the river very well from books. 5．What’s the main purpose of the passage? A．To show how to travel along the river. B．To talk about fun activities in Yichang. C．To tell us the history of the Yangtze River. D．To introduce the river and ask people to protect it. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，通过介绍长江的长度、源头、流经地区以及作者对长江的深厚感情，展现了长江作为中国母亲河的重要地位。 1．第二段提到“The birthplace of the Yangtze River is the Tuotuo River in Qinghai Province. It runs through eleven provinces and cities, from west to east. Finally, it runs into the sea.”说明了长江源头是沱沱河，流经11个省市，最终汇入大海，对应C项的流向顺序。 2．第三段“It’s the best time to see the Yangtze River on the bridge. It looks like a long huge dragon, truly amazing.”可知划线词It指代前文描述的长江，形容长江像一条巨龙。 3．第三段“In the morning... At noon... In the evening...”分别描写了早晨、中午、傍晚三个不同时段长江的景色，展现长江在一天不同时间都格外美丽。 4．第三段提到“I know this river very well... I like playing games in the Binjiang Park by the river. I often see ships passing by on the Yangtze River.”，作者早晚都在江边停留、观赏、游玩，说明他经常在江边度过时光。 5．文章整体介绍了长江的长度、源头、沿途风光、日常美景，最后结尾升华，点明长江是母亲河，呼吁所有人保护长江。 （25-26八年级下·浙江舟山·期中）The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world. It covers over 9,000,000 square kilometers across North Africa. The weather there can be very different in a day’s time. During the day, temperatures rise above 40℃, while nights can be very cold. It’s one of the toughest (艰难的) environments on earth. The Sahara is as big as Canada but has very few people. Less than two and a half million people live there; most of them are nomads. Nomads are people who have no permanent (固定的) homes. They move from place to place, carrying everything they need to live. The nomads of the Sahara depend on goats, sheep, and camels (骆驼) for food and transport. Water is the most important for them; they need water to live, so they must carry enough water or know where to find it. Without water, life is impossible. A desert is not defined (定义) by sand but by the lack of rain. To be a desert, a place must get less than 250 mm of rain each year. Surprisingly, only 25% of the Sahara is covered in sand. The rest is rock and gravel (砂砾). The Sahara was once much wetter and greener. Over time, it became the desert we see today. Truly, the Sahara is a place of history and change. 1．Where’s the Sahara? A．In South Africa. B．In Northeastern Africa. C．In Northwestern Africa. D．In North Africa. 2．What does the underlined word “nomads” probably mean? A．People who always carry things in the desert. B．People who always have to move their homes. C．People who only have one place to live. D．People who have no place to live. 3．According to the passage, what’s a desert? A．A place that has nomads living in it. B．A place that is very hot and dry all year round. C．A place that has more than 25% sand on its surface. D．A place that gets less than 250 mm of rain every year. 4．What’s the passage about? A．Facts about the Sahara. B．The people of the Sahara. C．The weather of the Sahara. D．The history of the Sahara. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文全面介绍了世界最大热带沙漠——撒哈拉沙漠的地理位置、气候、居民、地貌特征以及演变历史等各类科普知识。 1．第一段明确提到：“It covers over 9,000,000 square kilometers across North Africa.”，这直接说明撒哈拉沙漠的位置。 2．第二段明确提到：“Nomads are people who have no permanent (固定的) homes.”，也就是没有固定住所、需要不断搬迁住所的人。 3．第三段明确提到：“To be a desert, a place must get less than 250 mm of rain each year.”，也就是说沙漠是按降雨量定义的。 4．通读全文可知，文章从位置、气候、居民、地貌、历史多个方面介绍了撒哈拉的相关信息。 （25-26八年级下·全国·期中）The Dead Sea is one of the most unusual and fascinating natural places on our planet. Unlike common seas that teem with fish and sea plants, it has almost no living things. This is why its name the “Dead Sea” comes from. Geographically, it is located between Jordan (约旦) and Israel (以色列), in the dry part of the Middle East. It’s surrounded by rocky hills. That adds to its unique landscape. Covering an area of about 605 square kilometers, the Dead Sea’s size isn’t always the same. It changes slightly each year. This is mainly because of changes in rainfall; less rain means less water flowing into the sea. And also because towns and farms near it need more and more water. It is about 1,000 feet (英尺) deep. The deepest part of the Dead Sea is about 1,300 feet, making it one of the deepest salty lakes in the world. The Dead Sea has a high salt level, about 8 times saltier than the ocean. This high salt content (高盐分含量) creates strong buoyancy (浮力), letting people float (漂浮) easily on its surface even if they can’t swim. For many years, this special character has attracted millions of visitors from all over the world. Some come to experience the fun of floating. Sadly, the Dead Sea is facing a big problem: It is becoming smaller and smaller. Every year, its surface level drops a little. Protecting this natural wonder has become more important than ever. 1．Where is the Dead Sea located? A．Between Jordan and Israel. B．Between China and Japan. C．Between Canada and the US. D．Between France and Germany. 2．What is the size of the Dead Sea covering? A．About 605 square kilometers. B．About 1,000 square kilometers. C．About 1,300 square kilometers. D．About 1,500 square kilometers. 3．Why can people float easily on the Dead Sea? A．Because it kills people. B．Because it holds dead people. C．Because it has many plants in the water. D．Because it has a surprisingly high salt level. 4．Why do many visitors come to the Dead Sea? A．To fish in its water. B．To grow plants. C．To float and relax. D．To protect the Dead Sea. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．The location of the Dead Sea B．The reasons for people floating C．The ways to protect the Dead Sea D．Knowing about the Dead Sea 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了死海的地理位置、面积规模、高盐度的特点以及它目前面临的面积缩小问题，展现了这一自然奇观的独特之处与现状。 1．细节理解题。根据文中“Geographically, it is located between Jordan (约旦) and Israel (以色列), in the dry part of the Middle East.”可知，死海位于约旦和以色列之间。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据文中“Covering an area of about 605 square kilometers, the Dead Sea’s size isn’t always the same.”可知，死海的面积约为605平方千米。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据文中“The Dead Sea has a high salt level, about 8 times saltier than the ocean. This high salt content (高盐分含量) creates strong buoyancy (浮力), letting people float (漂浮) easily on its surface even if they can’t swim.”可知，死海极高的含盐量产生了强大的浮力，所以人们能轻松漂浮。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据文中“For many years, this special character has attracted millions of visitors from all over the world. Some come to experience the fun of floating.”可知，游客来死海是为了体验漂浮的乐趣、放松身心。故选C。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文，文章依次介绍了死海的位置、面积、高盐度特点以及面临的问题，整体是对死海的全面介绍。D选项“了解死海”能概括全文内容。故选D。 （25-26八年级下·全国·单元测试）According to a new study, the Amazon Rainforest may become grassland in a few years. The Amazon Rainforest is the world’s biggest rainforest. It is in South America. It is so wide that it covers a little more than the half size of China! The Amazon River runs through the rainforest. It’s the world’s second longest river. The Amazon Rainforest covers much of Brazil. The green colour on the national flag of Brazil stands for the rainforest. However, climate change and human activities make it “sick”. Usually, the rainforest can fix itself. But now, it feels too “tired” to get better. According to the latest study, many trees there may die, and the Amazon Rainforest may turn into hot, dry grassland after a few years. Why is the Amazon “sick”? The Amazon Rainforest is one of the world’s wettest places. But since 2005, three droughts have hit the rainforest.  They were caused by climate change. The trees don’t have enough water to grow. What’s worse, as they become dry, they can easily catch fire. Besides, people cut down rainforest trees for wood. They burn the forest to make farmland. These kinds of activities have made about 17% of the rainforest disappear. ________ The Amazon Rainforest is called “the lungs of the earth”. The rich plants there take CO₂ out of the air and make oxygen (氧气). They make more than 20% of the planet’s oxygen. If the Amazon Rainforest “dies”, there will be more CO₂ and our planet will become even hotter. The Amazon Rainforest is also home to over 3million animals and plants. Many of them can’t live anywhere else. They would very likely disappear. 1．What does the new study show? A．Rainforests can speed up climate change. B．The Amazon Rainforest was once grassland. C．The Amazon will have fewer trees in the future. D．Many people enjoy activities in the Amazon Rainforest. 2．What does the underlined word “droughts” mean? A．Too little rain. B．Too little snow. C．Too much rain. D．Too much fire. 3．Choose the best sentence to fill in the ________ in the passage. A．Where is the Amazon Rainforest? B．Who lives in the Amazon Rainforest? C．How can we protect the Amazon Rainforest? D．What will happen if we lose the Amazon Rainforest? 4．Why is the Amazon Rainforest called “the lungs of the earth”? A．Because it is the coolest place on the earth. B．Because it has 17 percent of the earth’s minerals. C．Because it makes over one-fifth of the earth’s oxygen. D．Because people and animals can breathe more easily there. 5．What will happen if the Amazon Rainforest “dies”? A．We will feel colder. B．People will lose their lungs. C．There will be more oxygen. D．Many animals and plants will disappear. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文介绍了亚马逊雨林因气候变化和人类活动而面临退化风险，可能变成草原，并分析了雨林的重要性及其消失的后果。 1．第一段指出：“the Amazon Rainforest may become grassland”，说明未来雨林中的树木会减少。 2．第四段指出：“The trees don’t have enough water to grow”，因此“droughts”意为“降雨过少”。 3．第六、七段分别介绍了雨林消失对氧气供应和生物多样性的影响，因此标题应为“如果失去亚马逊雨林会发生什么”。 4．第六段指出：“They make more than 20% of the planet’s oxygen.”，20%即五分之一，因此被称为“地球之肺”。 5．最后一段指出：“Many of them can’t live anywhere else. They would very likely disappear.”，说明许多动植物会消失。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $