专题01 阅读理解（热点新题速递第二期）15篇-备战2026年中考英语热点押题预测（上海专用）

**基本信息** 聚焦中考阅读理解高频文体，以真题与预测题构建三级限时训练体系，强化语言能力与思维品质。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|题型特征|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |基础入门|4篇（竞赛海报/校园活动等）|细节理解为主，含词义猜测|从信息定位到简单推理，覆盖应用文核心考法| |提升培优|4篇（租车合同/动物睡眠论坛等）|推理判断占比提升，新增主旨题|文体复杂度递增，衔接不同文本的解读策略| |满分冲刺|4篇（非遗内画/世界杯套餐等）|综合题型，含跨文化理解|融合深层推理与文化意识，贴合中考命题趋势|

备战2026年中考英语重难点热点押题预测系列，一线教师制作遴选。 备战2026年中考英语重难点热点押题预测系列，一线教师制作遴选。 专题01 阅读理解（热点新题速递第二期） 选题说明：本节选题60%来自于上海近三年真题及模考真题，40%为押题预测，难易适中，适合中考冲刺刷题使用。   押   题   精   练 基础入门限时练 ABC Travel Company Video-making CompetitionThe theme of the competition is “Festivals of Our City”. The purpose of holding the competition is to introduce local festivals to oversea visitors. The competition is open to students from Grade 6 to 9. Judge: Ms Wang Li (Filmmaker of the Year) How to enter the competition: 1. Make a short video about how people celebrate a festival in our city. 2. The video should be no longer than three minutes. 3. Complete the application form on ABC Travel Company’s website by 1 October. 4. Upload your video (MP4 format) to the website by 31 October. 5. The file name should include: (ⅰ) your name (ⅱ) the video title What’s next: 1. We will contact the top five students by phone on 15 November. 2. These students will give a short presentation in the first week of December. 3. The results will be posted on the company’s website the following week. 4. The prize-giving ceremony will be held on 20 December. Awards:Champion—a table t computer 1st runner-up—a smartwatch 2nd runner-up—a ¥1000 book card Best creative video—a pair of wireless earphones 1．What is the purpose of the poster? A．To invite students to enter a competition. B．To introduce local festivals in the city to students. C．To explain how to make a good festival video. D．To show the final results of a competition. 2．Who is the video mainly made for? A．Local people. B．Film makers. C．Foreign visitors. D．Young students. 3．Which of the following is the correct file name? A． B． C． D． 4．How long will the top five students have to prepare for the presentation? A．About one week. B．About two weeks. C．About one month. D．About two months. 5．How will the winners know the results? A．By phone. B．From the teachers. C．By email. D．On the website. 6．The underlined word “runner-up” probably means ________. A．a student who gets into the next round B．a student who comes after the winner C．a student who runs the second fastest D．a student who takes part in the first round 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．D 6．B 【导语】本文是ABC旅游公司举办的视频制作比赛海报，主要介绍了比赛主题、目的、参赛对象、评委、参赛方法、后续流程以及奖项设置等相关信息。 1．海报开篇介绍了比赛主题、目的、参赛要求等，核心是邀请6至9年级学生参加该视频制作比赛，结合选项，A选项“邀请学生参加比赛”符合海报主旨。B选项“向学生介绍城市当地节日”是比赛的目的，而非海报目的；C选项“解释如何制作优秀的节日视频”未在海报中提及；D选项“展示比赛最终结果”，海报仅说明结果公布时间，未展示结果。 2．海报明确指出“The purpose of holding the competition is to introduce local festivals to oversea visitors.”，即举办比赛的目的是向海外游客介绍当地节日，由此可知视频主要是为外国游客制作的。 3．海报要求文件名需包含“(ⅰ) your name (ⅱ) the video title”，即姓名和视频标题。 4．海报指出“我们将在11月15日通过电话联系前五名学生”“这些学生将在12月第一周进行简短展示”，从11月15日到12月第一周，时间跨度约两周。 5．海报中“What’s next”部分明确说明“结果将在公司网站发布”，且未提及电话通知获奖者（电话仅用于联系前五名准备展示，并非通知获奖结果）。 6．海报奖项中，Champion意为“冠军”，后面依次是1st runner-up、2nd runner-up，结合常识和奖项设置，runner-up应指“亚军、季军”，即仅次于冠军的参赛者。 Campus Sports Events Relax through sports and show your energy! Join in our sports events to build up your body, relieve study pressure and make more friends! ● Campus Track and Field GamesTime: 7:00 AM-5:00PM, April 8th (Friday) Place: School Playground Introduction: It includes 100-metre dash, long jumps, high jumps, shot puts and other interesting events. It aims to show your energy and the spirit of “Faster, Higher, Stronger”. Each person can sign up (报名) for two events, and every participant will get a water bottle as a souvenir (纪念品). ● Campus Fitness & Yoga ExperienceTime: 9:00–11:00 AM, April 9th (Saturday) Place: School Indoor Gym Introduction: A relaxing sports activity combining basic fitness training and gentle yoga. Professional teachers will guide warm-up, stretching, core training and relaxing yoga. It helps improve physical fitness and calm your mind. Open to all students, no experience needed—just come and enjoy a peaceful and healthy time. ● Campus Badminton Competition Time: 2:00-4:30 PM, April 15th (Friday) Place: School Indoor Gym Introduction: It has two forms: singles and doubles. Following the principle of “friendship first, competition second”, you can show wonderful attack and defense skills on the court. No matter your skill level, you are welcome to sign up, enjoy the fun of badminton and make friends with peers who have the same interest ● Campus Football Friendly MatchTime: 3:00-5:00 PM, April 16th (Saturday) Place: School Football Field Introduction: It is a friendly match suitable for all junior high students. It focuses on enjoyment of the game rather than fierce competition. You must sign up as a team, and we will provide a coach. It can keep you fit and improve teamwork. 1．What kind of text is this passage? A．A fitness guide. B．A story. C．A news report. D．A notice. 2．You can get a water bottle as a souvenir if you ________. A．take part in any event B．sign up for a track & field game C．participate in two events D．show your energy and the spirit 3．Which is TRUE about the Fitness & Yoga Experience? A．The activity will take place in the school playground. B．It is open to all students and no experience is required. C．Students can take part in it on Saturday afternoon. D．Professional teachers will teach teamwork skills. 4．The underlined word “defense” most probably means “________”. A．protecting B．winning C．coaching D．fighting 5．If you want to take part in ________, you must sign up as a team. A．Campus Track and Field Games B．Campus Fitness & Yoga Experience C．Campus Badminton Competition D．Campus Football Friendly Match 6．The main purpose of this passage is ________. A．to teach students to keep healthy B．to ask students to exercise every day C．to attract students to join in the sports events D．to show the results of sports matches 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 4．A 5．D 6．C 【导语】本文介绍了校园里的四项体育活动，包括校运动会、健身瑜伽体验、羽毛球比赛和足球友谊赛的时间、地点、内容及参与方式，目的是吸引学生报名参加这些活动。 1．根据文章整体结构，文中列出了四个体育活动的具体时间、地点和介绍，没有讲述故事也不仅仅是健身指南，而是一则通知。根据常识判断，这种格式属于校园活动通知。 2．根据文章 “Campus Track and Field Games” 部分的 “every participant will get a water bottle as a souvenir” 可知，报名参加田径运动会的参与者可以获得一个水瓶作为纪念品。 3．根据文章 “Campus Fitness & Yoga Experience” 部分的 “Open to all students, no experience needed—just come and enjoy a peaceful and healthy time” 可知，这项活动对所有学生开放，且不需要任何经验。A 选项活动地点错误，C 选项活动时间错误，D 选项教学内容错误。 4．根据文章“Campus Badminton Competition”部分中“you can show wonderful attack and defense skills”可知，羽毛球比赛中与“attack（进攻）”相对的应是“防守、保护”的意思。故划线词defense意为“保护”。 5．根据文章“Campus Football Friendly Match”部分中“You must sign up as a team”可知，参加校园足球友谊赛必须以团队形式报名。其他活动中均未提及必须组队报名。故选D。 6．根据文章开头的“Relax through sports and show your energy! Join in our sports events...”以及每个活动的详细介绍，可知整篇文章的目的是吸引学生参加这些体育活动，而非单纯教学生保持健康或展示比赛结果。 How do students exercise At Star School, many students spend a lot of time sitting or using phones and computers. They are planning a project on students’ exercise habits. Set Goals·Understand the exercise habits of students at Star School. ·Learn about different types of daily physical activity. ·Explore ways to help students improve their fitness. Interview Classmates·Ask 5-10 classmates about their exercise habits ·Record: 1) Average minutes of exercise per day 2) Favorite types of activities 3) Reasons for not exercising Analyze the Data·Calculate average exercise time for the class. ·Identify popular activities and explain the reasons. ·Use charts or graphs to make data easy to understand (bar charts, pie charts, line graphs). ·Look for patterns, such as “Most students exercise less than 30 minutes per day” or “Walking is the most popular activity among girls in Grade Six.” Write a Report·Summarize your findings in a short report, including: 1) Introduction: Why the project is important 2) Methods: How you tracked your exercise and collected data 3) Results: Charts, graphs, and patterns 4) Conclusion: What you learned and how habits can improve ·You can use AI to help organize the report or check grammar. Tips for Success☑ Be honest when tracking your exercise. ☑ Make your charts and graphs clear and colorful. ☑ Encourage classmates to exercise daily. ☑ Use AI for guidance, ideas, and improving your report, 1．The text above is a ________. A．plan B．report C．review D．diary 2．Students at Star School do the project to ________ A．better use AI devices B．understand their friends C．improve their learning skills D．discover ways to improve fitness 3．Which of the following questions might be asked in the interview? A．How old are you? B．How do you go to school? C．How long do you exercise every day? D．How do you feel when you exercise? 4．The underlined word “pattern” means ________ in Chinese. A．方式 B．规律 C．图案 D．样本 5．When writing the report, they can express themselves more clearly ________. A．by collecting data B．in simple English C．by giving examples D．through charts or graphs 6．In the process of the project, they can use AI to ________ A．communicate with their friends B．interview their teachers C．improve their writing D．encourage their classmates 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．D 6．C 【导语】本文介绍了Star School学生开展的“学生锻炼习惯”项目的完整流程，包括设定目标、采访同学、分析数据、撰写报告及成功建议。 1．文章详细列出了项目的步骤、目标和方法，属于一份项目计划（plan），而非已完成的报告、回顾或日记。 2．文中“Set Goals”部分提到“Explore ways to help students improve their fitness”，说明学生开展该项目是为了探索改善健康的方法。 3．文中“Interview Classmates”部分要求记录“Average minutes of exercise per day”，因此采访中可能会问“你每天锻炼多久？”。 4．文中“Analyze the Data”部分提到“Look for patterns, such as ‘Most students exercise less than 30 minutes per day’”，这里的“pattern”指数据中呈现的规律、模式。 5．文中“Analyze the Data”部分提到“Use charts or graphs to make data easy to understand”，说明通过图表能更清晰地呈现信息。 6．文中“Write a Report”和“Tips for Success”部分提到“You can use AI to help organize the report or check grammar”“Use AI for guidance, ideas, and improving your report”，说明AI可用于辅助写作、优化报告。 A Zoo Guide is a special role for young people who are passionate about wildlife. While they help visitors by answering questions and leading activities, the job is also a great learning experience for the guides themselves. Rosamond Gifford Zoois hiring!Become a ZOO GUIDE today! By being a Zoo Guide, they can: ➨ develop important skills like communication and teamwork by interacting with the public and working with staff. ➨ deepen knowledge about animals, and environmental protection. ➨ gain a chance to grow and inspire others to care for nature. This opportunity is perfect for those who are eager to learn, comfortable speaking to groups, and want to do something for a fun and educational environment at the zoo. Call/text (315) 907-2193 or email mhllebrand@rosamondgiffordzoo.org for more info & an application. What Is a Zoo Guide?Zoo Guides will… · answer questions about the Zoo and zoo animals. · lead educational activities for visitors. · assist in maintaining an organized and clean environment. · help guests have their Best Day Ever! Who should apply?Zoo Guides are… · ages 16-24 and not enrolled in school. · comfortable talking to small groups of people. · eager to learn and share knowledge of nature with Zoo guests. · willing to work with other Zoo Guides and staff. Call/text (315) 907-2193 or emailmhllebrand@rosamondgiffordzoo.org for more info & an application. Word box [1] passionate adj. 热情的 [2] enroll v. 登记、注册  [3] benefit n. 益处 1．How many main tasks for a Zoo Guide are mentioned in the text? A．2. B．3. C．4. D．8. 2．According to the introduction, one major benefit of being a Zoo Guide is ________. A．gaining knowledge about animals B．earning a high salary every month C．enjoying the educational activities D．having a chance to care for animals 3．Among the four people who apply for the job, who will the zoo probably choose? A．Daniel, who is a 17-year-old shy boy but wants to develop communication skills. B．Chloe, who is a 20-year-old nature lover and has finished her studies in university. C．Liam, who is 24, is a knowledgeable and helpful university student majoring in biology. D．Grace, who is middle-aged and has years of experience volunteering at an animal shelter. 4．The underlined word “their” refers to ________. A．the zoo guides’ B．the zoo staff’s C．the guests’ D．the animals’ 5．If Lisa wants to learn more information and apply for the job, she can do the following EXCEPT ________. A．make a phone call B．text a message C．write an email D．visit the zoo’s website 6．What’s the purpose of this information sheet? A．To introduce Rosamond Gifford Zoo and its animals. B．To look for young people to work as Zoo Guides. C．To teach guests how to develop communication skills. D．To describe the advantages of being a Zoo Guide. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．D 6．B 【导语】本文是罗斯蒙德·吉福德动物园招募动物园向导的广告，介绍了向导的职责、申请条件、收获及联系方式。 1．“What Is a Zoo Guide?”部分列出了四项主要任务：回答游客问题、带领教育活动、协助保持环境整洁、帮助游客度过美好一天。 2．“By being a Zoo Guide, they can”部分指出：“deepen knowledge about animals”，说明成为动物园向导的一大好处是获得动物知识。 3．申请条件要求年龄16-24岁且不在校就读、愿意与小组交流、渴望学习。Chloe 20岁且已完成学业，符合条件。 4．文中“help guests have their Best Day Ever!”中的“their”指代前文的“guests’”。 5．文中给出联系方式“Call/text (315) 907-2193 or email mhllebrand@rosamondgiffordzoo.org”，提供了电话、短信和电子邮件三种联系方式，未提供网站链接。 6．全文是动物园向导的招募广告，目的是寻找年轻人担任动物园向导。 Diving Into a Stronger Self In just 1.93 seconds — faster than it takes you to read this sentence — Chen Yuxi completed her final dive at the 15th National Games with full confidence. With an impressive score of 412.30, the diving star achieved one of her long-held dreams: winning the National Games title in the women’s 10-meter platform (女子10米跳台). “I’m very happy to win,” she said calmly as she stepped onto the podium with her coach. These simple words, however, barely reveal (透露) the long and rocky road she took to reach this moment. From the 14th National Games in 2021 to the 2024 Paris Olympics, Chen was no stranger to gold in synchronized events (双人项目). But in individual competitions, she fell short time and again. After the Paris Olympics, she felt lost and began doubting (怀疑) her own abilities. The stress was beyond measure. At one point, even seeing the diving pool made her feel awful. “Honestly, all I wanted to do was escape,” the Olympian admitted. It was then that Chen recalled her coach’s favorite advice and decided to try diving one more time. Little by little, she pushed through her stress and regained her strength. At the 2025 World Aquatics Championships (世界游泳锦标赛) this past July, she finally won the women’s 10-meter platform again. This was, in fact, not her first act of courage. Chen had been naturally afraid of water. At the age of six, she tried diving for the first time, and that brave first jump set her on the path to becoming a champion. Years of hard practice alone aren’t enough for Chen to stand out in her sport. Now 20, Chen must strictly keep her weight at 42.5 kilograms to perform at her best. She reportedly weighs herself ten times a day. Chen also keeps an eye on her diet. She never eats sweets and usually takes only a few bites of vegetables when she’s at home. Chen has yet to win an Olympic gold medal in the women’s 10-meter platform. But with a stronger and calmer mind, she can now focus entirely on her dives. She has set her sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics — ready to push her limits once again. 1．The article begins with a moment from ________. A．the 2024 Paris Olympics B．the 14th National Games C．the 15th National Games D．the 2025 World Aquatics Championships 2．Before her wins at the 15th National Games, Chen had ________. A．won a few synchro diving titles B．never taken part in the National Games C．never topped the women’s 10-meter platform D．earned an Olympic gold in the women’s 10-meter platform 3．Chen wanted to escape from diving after the Paris Olympics because ________. A．her coach was too strict B．she became afraid of water C．she didn’t like the diving pool D．she lost her confidence in diving 4．According to the article, “her coach’s favourite advice” probably is “________”. A．Don’t be too hard on yourself B．Take another step even when it feels hard C．Share your feelings with your close friends D．Try something different when you’re feeling lost 5．Besides hard work, what has Chen done to stand out in the diving world? A．Strictly controlling her weight. B．Training with various partners. C．Trying several different sports. D．Regaining strength in her legs. 6．This article is mainly about ________. A．how hard Chen Yuxi trains daily B．how Chen Yuxi deals with her challenges as a diver C．how well Chen Yuxi performed at the 15th National Games D．how Chen Yuxi is preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．B 5．A 6．B 【导语】本文是一篇人物记叙文，主要讲述了跳水运动员陈芋汐克服个人项目屡屡失利的挫折，突破心理压力，最终实现自我成长，向着新目标进发的故事。 1．文章第一段明确提到：“Chen Yuxi completed her final dive at the 15th National Games with full confidence”，描述的是陈芋汐在第十五届全运会完成最后一跳的时刻。 2．文章第三段提到：“From the 14th National Games in 2021 to the 2024 Paris Olympics, Chen was no stranger to gold in synchronized events”，可知在第十五届全运会夺冠前，陈芋汐在双人项目中屡获金牌。 3．文章第三段说明：“After the Paris Olympics, she felt lost and began doubting her own abilities. The stress was beyond measure”，可见巴黎奥运会后，陈芋汐在个人项目屡屡失利，对跳水失去信心，因此想要逃离。 4．文章第四段提到：“It was then that Chen recalled her coach’s favorite advice and decided to try diving one more time”，可知陈芋汐陷入低谷想放弃时，想起教练的建议后决定再尝试一次跳水，一点点克服压力重获力量，符合“即使感觉艰难也要再迈出一步”的含义。 5．文章倒数第二段明确提到：“Years of hard practice alone aren’t enough for Chen to stand out in her sport. Now 20, Chen must strictly keep her weight at 42.5 kilograms to perform at her best”，可知她还严格控制自身体重以保持最佳竞技状态。 6．结合全文内容可知，本文围绕陈芋汐的跳水职业生涯，主要讲述了她作为跳水运动员如何应对各类挑战、突破自我的故事。 提升培优限时练 Wheel Have Fun! Contract for Bicycle Rental [1] By signing this contract, Ⅰ, ________, agree that Ⅰ will be the only rider using this bicycle and that I have the experience to use it safely. Ⅰ agree to ride the bicycle no farther than 100 miles from the Wheel Have Fun! office. Ⅰ will return the bicycle by the time indicated below. For every hour the bicycle is late, Ⅰ agree to pay an additional ¥10. All bicycles include a pump, lock, and repair kit [2] (patches, spare tube, tire levers). These items must be returned with the bicycle. There is no cost for using items in the kit, but please report their use to the rental agent at the time of return. The rental rate includes insurance, which covers minor damage to the bicycle. This insurance does NOT cover any of the following costs: 1 damage caused to property or other vehicles; 1 medical costs related to an accident; 1 theft or loss of bicycle. Rental Rate 1 hour ¥12 2 hours ¥20 4 hours ¥35 You are fully responsible for any and all of the costs named above. Period of Rental: Start Time ________________  End Time________________ Name (please print): ________________ Signature: ________________  Date:________________ Word box [1] rental adj. /n.租借 [2] kit n.工具包 1．The information is included in the contract after it has been completed EXCEPT ________. A．the name of the renter B．the value of the bicycle C．the time the rental period begins and ends D．the cost of each extra rental hour 2．The underlined word “contract” is closest in meaning to “________”. A．an official agreement B．a detailed plan C．a personal schedule D．an attractive advertisement 3．If Li Ming returns the bicycle 3 hours later than the indicated end time, he will pay an extra ________. A．¥10 B．¥20 C．¥30 D．¥35 4．If a cyclist uses the spare tube from the repair kit during the rental period, he should ________. A．pay for a new spare tube at return B．report it to the rental agent when returning the bicycle C．replace it with a new one before returning D．do nothing, as it is included for free use 5．According to the contract, which situation does the insurance cover? A．The bicycle hits a parked car and causes damage. B．The bicycle is stolen during the rental period. C．The bicycle is missing and not being returned. D．The bicycle has some small marks. 6．The main purpose of this contract is ________. A．to encourage people to exercise more B．to explain how to use a bicycle safely C．to show the responsibilities of renting a bicycle D．to advertise the rental services of “Wheel Have Fun!” 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．D 6．C 【导语】本文是一篇自行车租赁合同，介绍了租车的权责、收费标准、保险范围等内容，明确了租车人的义务与相关规则。 1．合同末尾明确要求填写租车人姓名、租赁起止时间；第一段标注了超时每小时额外收费¥10。 全文未提及自行车的价值。 2．本文是自行车租赁的正式协议，contract意为 “合同、契约”，对应A选项“an official agreement (一份正式协议)”。 3．第一段明确标注：“For every hour the bicycle is late, I agree to pay an additional ¥10.”，每超时1小时，额外支付10元，3小时超时费用为3×10=30元。 4．第二段“There is no cost for using items in the kit, but please report their use to the rental agent at the time of return.”说明：还车时需向租赁代理报备使用情况。 5．第三段明确：“The rental rate includes insurance, which covers minor damage to the bicycle.”保险仅覆盖自行车的轻微损坏，D选项“自行车有一些小划痕”在保险范围内。 6．合同全文围绕租车人的权责、义务、收费、保险等展开，核心是明确租赁自行车的责任。 Olivia·3 hours ago Hi everyone! In science class today, we watched a program called Sleeping in the Wild, and it was really interesting! It showed that animals sleep in many different ways. Some sleep almost the whole day, while others hardly sleep at all. I found these differences quite surprising. Which animal sleeping habit do you think is the most interesting?Leave a comment below!                                                          Jasmine·2 hours ago Hi Olivia! I was most surprised by koalas! The program said they can sleep 18 to 22 hours a day, which is almost the whole day! At first, I thought they were just lazy animals. But then the program explained why. Koalas mainly eat eucalyptus leaves, and these leaves provide very little energy. Because of that, they need a lot of sleep to save energy and stay healthy. So actually, their long sleeping time is a way to survive. I didn’t expect that! Reply                                                                        Sophie·50 mins ago For me, sloths are the most amazing sleepers. They can sleep about 20 hours a day and spend most of their lives hanging from tree branches in tropical forests. The program explained that staying high in the trees helps them avoid predators on the ground. Even though sloths move very slowly, their lifestyle actually protects them and helps them survive in their environment. Pretty cool, right? Reply                                                                        Jason·20 mins ago I think dolphins have the most unique sleeping habit. Unlike humans, they cannot fall into a deep sleep for a long time. Instead, only half of their brain sleeps at a time, while the other half stays awake. This way, they can keep swimming and come up to the surface to breathe. They even sleep with one eye open to watch for danger in the ocean. Nature really comes up with amazing solutions! Reply                                                                        1．The main purpose of Olivia’s post is ______. A．to describe her science class in detail B．to show the most interesting animals in nature C．to introduce a program and start a discussion about it D．to compare the sleeping habits of animals and humans 2．Koalas sleep for such a long time because ______. A．they are very lazy animals B．they feel safer when sleeping C．they are active only at night D．their food provides little energy 3．The underlined word “predators” means animals that ______. A．hunt and eat other animals B．live together in groups C．sleep during the daytime D．move very slowly in forests 4．How do dolphins manage to stay safe while sleeping? A．They take turns sleeping. B．They sleep in deep water. C．Half of their brain stays awake. D．Both of their eyes are open. 5．Which of the following is FALSE? A．Sleeping in the Wild explained the reasons behind different sleeping habits. B．The program changed Olivia’s understanding about koalas. C．Sleeping high in trees helps sloths stay safe in the wild. D．Dolphins keep swimming while sleeping. 6．What can we learn from the forum post? A．All animals need long sleep to survive. B．Different animals sleep in different ways to survive. C．Animals in forests sleep longer than those in other places. D．Most animals sleep in the same way as humans. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．C 5．B 6．B 【导语】本文是一则网络论坛评论，众人围绕纪录片里野生动物的睡眠方式，分享看法并解释背后生存原因。 1．第一栏引出话题：“we watched a program called Sleeping in the Wild”以及“Which animal sleeping habit do you think is the most interesting”，能看出Olivia发帖是为介绍节目并发起相关讨论。 2．第二栏说明缘由：“these leaves provide very little energy”，点明考拉长时间睡眠是因为食物能量供给极少。 3．第三栏进行词义诠释：“helps them avoid predators on the ground”，结合树懒待在树上躲避地面危险，可推断predators指代捕食其他动物的野兽。 4．第四栏介绍生存方式：“only half of their brain sleeps at a time, while the other half stays awake”，体现海豚睡觉时靠一半大脑保持清醒来保障自身安全。 5．第二栏说明：“At first, I thought they were just lazy animals. But then the program explained why...So actually, their long sleeping time is a way to survive. I didn’t expect that!”，文中是Jasmine而非Olivia改变了对考拉的认知，因此B项表述错误。 6．综合全文内容归纳：各类动物有着不同睡眠习惯，都是为了适应环境、生存下去。 Dear friends, young or old. Are you looking for something fun and challenging to do? Why not learn to play the ukulele? This happy little instrument can bring you hours of joy and entertainment. It can also give you the satisfaction of learning something new. Why is the ukulele a happy choice? Let me count the ways. ▪ The price is right Compared to other musical instruments, ukuleles are affordable. Entry-level ukuleles are not expensive. You may even be able to find a good deal on a used one. However, as you improve, you may want to buy a better model. ▪ Good things come in small packages Ukuleles are portable. Smaller than guitars, they are easy to travel with. Stick it in your backpack, and you’re off. ▪ Easy to learn The ukulele is easy to learn. Simple chord charts that show you where to place your fingers are available online. You can also find our lessons on the internet. You’ll be playing some tunes in no time! ▪ Fun factor As you play, you can sing along. That’s half the fun of it. Then get your friends to sing with you! 1．The ukulele school provides ________ types of classes. A．one B．three C．four D．eight 2．If you want to learn more about fingerstyle techniques, you can take the ________ class. A．Saturday B．Sunday C．Friday D．Wednesday 3．If you want to improve your stage skills, you have to pay ________ for eight weeks. A．$100 B．$120 C．$150 D．$180 4．The underlined word “portable” most probably means “easy to ________”. A．carry B．learn C．buy D．make 5．Which of the following is WRONG according to the article? A．The ukulele school provides classes for kids and adults. B．You can call or send e-mails to learn more about the classes. C．A ukulele is the least expensive musical instrument. D．Some ukulele lessons are also available on the internet. 6．________ might be the most interested in this article. A．A jobless man who wants to start his career again B．A worried mum who wants to raise her son’s Math marks C．An eager salesman who wants to sell musical instruments D．A retired woman who wants to learn something new 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．A 5．C 6．D 【导语】本文是一则尤克里里课程广告，介绍了四种课程的时间、地点、内容和费用，并列举了学习尤克里里的四个好处。 1．广告中列出了Beginner Class、Intermediate Class、Kids Class、Performance Class，共四种。 2．Intermediate Class（中级班）介绍中包括“Fingerstyle Techniques”，时间为“Sun 10-12AM”。 3．Performance Class（表演班）介绍中包括“stage skills”，费用为“$180/8wk”。 4．第三段指出“Ukuleles are portable. Smaller than guitars, they are easy to travel with”，因此“portable”意为“易于携带”。 5．“The price is right”部分提到尤克里里价格实惠“ukuleles are affordable. Entry-level ukuleles are not expensive.”，但未说“最便宜的乐器”，因此C项错误。 6．文章介绍尤克里里课程，适合想学习新东西的人，退休女性想学新东西最可能感兴趣。 1．Qian Xuesen was born ________. A．in Beijing B．in Shanghai C．in California D．in Massachusetts 2．The underlined word “Identity” most probably means ________. A．job and social position B．hobby and interest C．character and quality D．emotion and feeling 3．In 1939, Qian Xuesen ________. A．continued his study in America B．graduated with a doctorate degree C．served as a technical director in the US D．started China’s first missile research center 4．In order to help build his motherland, Qian Xuesen decided to return to China ________. A．in 1929 B．in 1949 C．in 1950 D．in 1955 5．What can be filled in the blank ________? A．Honors B．Failures C．Challenges D．Achievements 6．Which of the following sentences is TRUE according to the passage? A．Qian Xuesen finished the tests of China’s first missile by himself. B．Qian Xuesen won many international awards for his success in aerospace. C．Qian Xuesen’s return was a turning point for China’s aerospace industry. D．Qian Xuesen’s scientific and technical ability was not valued in the US. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．C 6．C 【导语】本文以时间轴形式介绍了航天科学家钱学森的生平，涵盖出生、海外求学经历、归国贡献及逝世等关键节点，展现其为中国航天事业奠定的基石。 1．文中“Basic Information”部分明确标注“Birth: December 11, 1911, Shanghai, China”，说明钱学森出生于上海。 2．“Identity”后紧跟“Aerospace scientist, the Father of China’s Missiles, and Aerospace Industry”，这些是对其职业与社会身份的界定，与“job and social position”含义相符。 3．时间轴中1939年对应的内容为“Received his doctorate degree; Became a key researcher in the US aerospace field”，说明1939年钱学森获得了博士学位。 4．时间轴显示1949年中华人民共和国成立后，钱学森“Made up his mind to return to China”，即决定归国的时间为1949年。 5．1950-1955年期间，钱学森被美国政府阻挠归国，这是他归国过程中遭遇的困难，对应“Challenges”；“Honors”指荣誉，“Failures”指失败，“Achievements”指成就，均不符合该阶段语境。 6．A选项错误，文中是他带领团队完成导弹测试，非独自；B选项文中未提及获得国际奖项；D选项错误，文中显示他在美国成为顶尖航空航天专家，能力受重视；C选项正确，他的归国为中国航天事业发展带来了关键转折。 GET FIT, JOIN US NOW New courses in May by Fit & Fun CenterSchedule Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Sat 8 am Latin Dance Spin Yoga Archery Spin Yoga 10 am Spin Latin Dance Archery Latin Dance Latin Dance Spin 5 pm Yoga Archery Latin Dance Spin Archery / 7 pm Archery Yoga Spin Yoga Yoga / YOGA WITH Ellen Join Ellen’s yoga classes to build flexibility and strength. She is an experienced teacher trained in various yoga styles. Equipment is provided. Bring only a towel and water. * New courses are only suitable for experienced learners. ERIC’S SPIN CLASSES The most fun on a bike! Spin classes are safe and effective for everyone, no matter your weight, age or fitness level. You choose your own speed. It’s perfect for beginners and those recovering from injury. Qualified trainer Eric will help you to do your best! LATIN DANCE WITH AMY Have fun and get fit! Do you hate exercise but love dancing and parties? Well, Latin dance is for you. It combines great music and dancing with hard exercise. Amy is an experienced Latin dance trainer and her classes are very popular. ARCHERY WITH JASON Do you want a unique workout that’s fun and challenging? Well, archery is for you. It builds core strength, improves balance and hones your focus, an award-winning archery trainer and gold medalist, teaching all levels. * Kids must be 10 years of age or older to take part in our program. Price Adults: RMB 100/per lesson Students: RMB 50/per lesson Half price for all customers on Saturdays Members: Free Memberships for only RMB 899/month 1．How many new courses does Fit & Fun Center offer in May? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 2．Who might take Ellen’s course on Wednesdays in May? A．Lily, a beginner who wants to build flexibility and strength. B．Stella, an experienced yoga learner who is free at 5:30 pm. C．Zoe, an experienced learner who loves hard exercise. D．Ann, an experienced yoga learner who is free every morning. 3．The underlined word “hones” in the introduction to the archery course probably means ________. A．develops B．directs C．discovers D．disturbs 4．Lisa and her 12-year-old daughter will go to a spin class next Saturday. She needs to pay ________. A．RMB 50. B．RMB 75. C．RMB 150. D．RMB 899. 5．From the text, we can infer that ________. A．children under 10 can join the archery class B．spin classes are only for very fit people C．yoga classes need students to bring their own mats D．members do not need to pay for a single class each time 6．What is the main purpose of this material? A．To tell people how to keep fit. B．To introduce different types of exercise. C．To encourage people to join the fitness courses. D．To compare the prices of different fitness classes. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．B 5．D 6．C 【导语】本文是一则健身中心的课程广告，介绍了Fit & Fun Center在5月开设的4门新课程（瑜伽、动感单车、拉丁舞、射箭），包含课程时间、授课教练、课程特点、参与要求及收费标准，目的是吸引学员报名参加。 1．根据Schedule可知，共开设了Yoga（瑜伽）、Spin（动感单车）、Latin Dance（拉丁舞）、Archery（射箭） 4门课程。 2．根据YOGA WITH Ellen中的信息“New courses are only suitable for experienced learners”及表格，可知Ellen的瑜伽新课只适合有经验的学习者，且周三只有上午8点开设瑜伽课。D选项Ann是有经验的瑜伽学习者，且每天上午有空，符合周三上Ellen瑜伽课的要求。 3．根据文中ARCHERY WITH JASON下“It builds core strength, improves balance and hones your focus, an award-winning archery trainer and gold medalist, teaching all levels.”，可知，射箭课程的作用是增强核心力量、改善平衡、提升专注力，hones在此处意为“磨炼、提升”，与develops（发展、提升）含义最接近。 4．根据文中Price下“Adults: RMB 100/per lesson  Students: RMB 50/per lesson  Half price for all customers on Saturdays  Members: Free” 可知通用价格为：成人 100 元/课，学生 50 元/课，周六半价。 Lisa是成人，12岁女儿是学生，周六半价： 成人费用：100÷2=50 元，学生费用：50÷2=25 元，总计：50+25=75 元。 5．根据文中Price下“Members: Free”，可知会员课程免费，无需每次单独付费。 6．本文是健身中心的课程广告，介绍课程、时间、价格等信息，核心目的是吸引读者报名参加课程。 满分冲刺限时练 We want to find out more about you. We’re interested in what you’d like to do in the future. Do you already know, or are you waiting to see what life brings? Perhaps you’d like to start a business, write books or be a top athlete. What would your dream job look like? We’ve put together a survey to find out what you think. Why are we doing a survey? Your answers will give us an idea of you, our readers, and how you imagine your future. The information you give will help us interview people who inspire (激励) you, write features (专题报道) and share stories with readers. For example, we can talk to people who have jobs you dream of doing in the future, and share how they got there. We’re also keen to find out if you think you’ll use what you’re learning at school when you start work. Another question is about your values. Is the most important thing for you being creative, helping others or earning lots of money? We hope that some of our questions could spark an idea for your dream job. Would you like to be Prime Minister? We want to know. How to take part See the panel (信息栏) below to find out how to fill in the survey, but please get permission from a parent or caregiver first. Please note, we will not ask for personal information such as an address or birth date. Ask an adult to help you get online and go to tinyurl.com/TWJ-jobsurvey, or scan the QR code beside to get there. You can answer the questions with a grown-up’s help if you like. There are 15 questions, so it won’t take too long. Please fill in the survey by 11:59 p.m. on 27 July. Thank you for taking part — we’ll share your answers in issue (期) 504, out on 9 August. 1．The survey is mainly about ________. A．readers’ favorite books B．readers’ dream jobs and future C．ways to start a business D．how to be a top athlete 2．The survey information will help the editors ________. A．collect readers’ personal information B．sell more books to readers C．share inspiring stories with readers D．teach readers school subjects 3．Which of the following questions is about the readers’ values? A．What kind of job do you want to have in the future? B．Do you want to be Prime Minister when you grow up? C．Will you use what you are learning at school in your future work? D．Which is most important to you, creativity, helping others or money? 4．You should ________ first before taking part in the survey. A．ask a parent or carer for permission B．write down your address C．tell your birth date and ID number D．finish all the homework 5．Readers must complete the survey by ________. A．April 23 B．August 9 C．June 15 D．July 27 6．The answers to the survey will be shared ________. A．on a website tinyurl.com B．in a newspaper issue C．on the school notice board D．in a book about dream jobs 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．A 5．D 6．B 【导语】本文是上海学生邮报关于读者梦想职业的调查说明，介绍了调查目的、参与方式与时间。 1．文章开头点明主题：“We’re interested in what you’d like to do in the future... What would your dream job look like? We’ve put together a survey to find out what you think”，说明调查围绕读者的梦想职业和未来规划展开。 2．“Why are we doing a survey?”部分说明用途：“The information you give will help us interview people who inspire you, write features and share stories with readers”，说明调查信息会帮助编辑分享激励读者的故事。 3．文中提到关于价值观的问题：“Another question is about your values. Is the most important thing for you being creative, helping others or earning lots of money?”，直接指出该问题与价值观相关。 4．“How to take part”部分说明前提：“please get permission from a parent or caregiver first”，明确参与调查前需先获得父母或监护人的许可。 5．文章结尾说明截止时间：“Please fill in the survey by 11:59 p.m. on 27 July”，指出读者需在7月27日前完成调查。 6．文章结尾说明分享渠道：“we’ll share your answers in issue 504, out on 9 August”，说明调查结果将在报纸第504期分享。 Educational Visits at Hinchingbrooke Country Park Thank you for your interest in educational visits to Hinchingbrooke Country Park. Most of the information on this page refers to school visits, but our activities can be made to suit all groups including home educators, Cub Scouts (幼童军), and youth groups. For school visits, and many other educational events, we are working together with our friends at Fireflies Forest School to provide excellent tailored school visits. We can organize a wide range of activities to meet any curriculum need, in the varied habitats of our beautiful park.What does a visit include? ■ a staff member to lead the activities. They will be either a forest school leader or an education volunteer. ■ all equipment needed to carry out the activities ■ health and safety information ■ free places for your leaders and helpers How do I make a booking? If you decide to come for a visit, you will need to: ■ provisionally book a date with us (but you can change it later if you want) ■ confirm the date with us and select activities ■ organize your groups, so all leaders know which children they are responsible for and the children know who their leader is What is the cancellation policy? ■ No charge. How do I pay? ■ We will charge you the total fees after your visit. Please make sure you let us know the number of children who have attended on the day in advance. Welcome and enjoy your day. It will be appreciated if you can give us feedback so that we can continually improve what we offer. ■ If you require further information about the activities available, please click here for more or feel free to email us: Enquiries@firefliesforestschool.co.uk 1．Where can we most probably read this text? A．In a magazine. B．In a newspaper. C．In a brochure. D．On a website. 2．What does the underlined word “provisionally” mean? A．for the time being B．in person C．in no time D．at last 3．What doesn’t the school have to do for the visit they plan to attend? A．Booking the date. B．Selecting activities. C．Giving feedback. D．Organizing groups. 4．Which of the following statements is correct? A．A part of the fees must be paid before the school visit starts. B．Once you book the visit, it cannot be cancelled for any reason. C．A variety of activities will be organized in and out of the park. D．All equipment for the activities is provided by the organization. 5．What can we learn about educational visits at Hinchingbrooke Country Park? A．Visitors have to pay the booking fee in advance. B．Free places are offered to the group leaders and helpers. C．Only school groups are welcome to take part in the activities. D．All activity leaders are professional forest school teachers. 6．Who is most likely to be the target readers of this text? A．Schoolchildren. B．Forest school leaders. C．Education volunteers. D．School educators. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．D 5．B 6．D 【导语】本文介绍欣奇布鲁克郊野公园教育参观的活动内容、预订、取消、付费方式及联系方式。 1．文末提到：“please click here for more”，点击查看更多是网页常见表述，文本最可能来自网站。 2．文中说明：“provisionally book a date with us (but you can change it later if you want)”，括号提示可后续更改，provisionally意为“暂时预订”，for the time being表示“暂时”。 3．文中写明：“It will be appreciated if you can give us feedback”，反馈是欢迎但非必须做的事，预订日期、选择活动、组织团队都是必须完成的事项，学校不必给出反馈。 4．文中列出：“all equipment needed to carry out the activities”，活动所需所有设备都由该组织提供。 5．文中明确：“free places for your leaders and helpers”，为团队负责人和协助者提供免费名额。 6．本文主要介绍学校参观相关安排，目标读者最可能是学校教育工作者。 Inner painting, a traditional Chinese art, is recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产). Artists create works on the inner surface of the glass bottle with special brushes, which need to be thin enough to enter the tiny bottles. These miniature masterpieces (微型杰作) often carry deep cultural meanings. The designs on the painting stand for people’s wishes for good luck and a happy life. The most popular ones are landscapes, followed by flowers and birds. Creating an inner painting requires great skills. Artists must work through the bottle’s narrow neck and carefully paint inside in a reverse order. They start with foreground details before adding backgrounds, opposite to the usual way of painting. In this way, the final artwork looks proper and correct when it is seen from the outside. Inner painting also needs high accuracy and patience. Any mistake means a complete restart. “It’s just like trying to draw a straight line when the ground is shaking,” an inner painting artist says. Most artists need years of training before creating great and fine pieces. They usually spend 2-3 years just practicing drawing basic lines. Though inner painting has its cultural value and unique beauty, it still faces difficulties such as low interest among young people, limited market needs and fewer learners. Luckily, artists are trying to make it closer to our life. It is now used on everyday objects, like tea sets. A new type of brush has been invented to improve drawing speed. Young artists even make use of social media to spread their painting skills. Li Mei, for example, showed inner painting skills on social media and successfully attracted over 500,000 followers. “We hope it can be respected as a heritage but still alive in daily life,” Li explains. They also expect inner painting courses to be offered at school for young people to take in the near future. 1．What kind of brush is used for inner painting? A．Brushes made of glass. B．Thick and short brushes. C．Extremely thin brushes. D．Brushes with sharp ends. 2．Which of the following themes might be the most popular design for inner painting? A．Living creatures. B．Natural scenery. C．Famous people. D．Historical events. 3．The underlined word “reverse” in Paragraph 3 probably means _________. A．重复的 B．渐进的 C．复杂的 D．反向的 4．What can we infer from the sentence “It’s just like trying to draw a straight line when the ground is shaking”? A．Other tools and special materials are needed for inner painting. B．Artists need to work together as a team to finish the perfect artwork. C．Inner painting is such a difficult task that it needs skills and patience. D．It is very dangerous for the artists to take up inner painting. 5．How many ways have the artists tried to save inner painting in the last paragraph? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 6．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explain technical steps of creating the inner painting. B．To show the value and challenges of a traditional art. C．To compare different Chinese intangible cultural heritages. D．To call on us to save the traditional Chinese art together. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．C 5．C 6．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了中国传统艺术“内画”的价值和面临的挑战。 1．根据题干关键词“brush”可定位至首段尾句“Artists create works…with special brushes, which need to be thin enough to enter the tiny bottles.”，“which”引导限制性定语从句修饰“brush”，刷子要足够细才能伸进小瓶子。C选项“Extremely thin brushes”契合文意。 2．定位到第二段“The most popular ones are landscapes, followed by flowers and birds.”说明最受欢迎的是以风景为主题的作品，其次是以花和鸟为主题的作品”。B项“Natural scenery”和“landscape”属于同义替换，符合；A项“living creature”并非最欢迎的，排除。 3．根据下文“They start with foreground details before adding backgrounds, opposite to the usual way of painting.”关键词“opposite to”表示和常规顺序相反，因此“reverse”指“反向的”。 4．“It’s just like trying to draw a straight line when the ground is shaking”就好比在地面晃动时画直线，强调的是创作内画的难度，这需要高度的耐心和技巧。 5．定位到“Luckily, artists are trying to make it closer to our life.”第一个方式“ It is now used on everyday objects, like tea sets”；第二个方式“A new type of brush has been invented to improve drawing speed.”；第三个方式“Young artists even make use of social media to spread their painting skills.”；接下来是第三个方式的举例说明，所以一共提到了三种方式。 6．文章主体重在介绍内画的文化价值与所面临的挑战，并列举挽救措施，B项符合。 The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Following the success of the last World Cup in Doha, people can’t wait to visit major cities such as Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and Mexico City. To help you enjoy these unforgettable football moments, our agency offers three travel packages（套餐）.Our strengths - Top hotels   We offer the best hotels in each city, close to venues（场馆）and entertainment—not in the far suburbs!- Tickets available   Our packages include official match tickets to make sure you have a smooth game-watching experience.- Professional support   Enjoy 24-hour service and complimentary transportation throughout the event. You needn’t pay extra.- Affordable prices   With rich experience in the travel industry, we are able to offer the best deals.Pick your seat Seating in the venues is divided into three classes.- Best seats (Class 1: At the two long sides of the field. You face the center directly. - Good seats (Class 2: In the four corners or the lower part behind the goals. - Okay seats (Class 3: In the higher part behind the goals. They are the cheapest. Choose your package Package A  Package B  Package C Explore the group round  Follow your team  Cheer for the winner 4 days / 3 nights  6 days / 5 nights  7 days / 6 nights 2 group matches  3 matches following one team  semi-finals and final 4-star hotels  4-star hotels  5-star hotels a half-day city tour  a 2-day city tour  a 3-day city tour from $3,500/person  from $6,500/person (closing event: $3,000/person, not included. from $12,500/person (closing event VIP seat. 1．The 2026 World Cup will be hosted in the following cities EXCEPT ________. A．Mexico City B．Toronto C．Los Angeles D．Doha 2．Which of the following is an advantage of the agency? A．Well-located hotels. B．Half-price match tickets. C．24-hour stores. D．Sale prices. 3．The underlined word “complimentary” most probably means ________. A．expensive B．free C．fast D．comfortable 4．Which picture is the correct seat map? A． B． C． D． 5．If Lisa wants to follow one team and attend the closing event, she should pay at least ________ in all. A．$3,000 B．$6,500 C．$9,500 D．$12,500 6．Which of the following is the best title for the material? A．Top tourist destinations in North America B．How to plan your World Cup trips C．Interesting facts behind the World Cup D．Your World Cup adventure is ready 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．A 5．C 6．D 【导语】本文介绍了2026年世界杯的举办信息，同时为球迷推出了包含住宿、票务、服务和座位选择的旅行套餐，旨在帮助读者了解相关行程安排，规划专属的世界杯观赛之旅。 1．文中提到2026年世界杯将在美国、加拿大和墨西哥的16个城市举办，如洛杉矶、纽约、多伦多、墨西哥城等，并未提及多哈（Doha），故选D。 2．文中提到旅行社的优势之一是“提供各城市靠近场馆和娱乐场所的优质酒店”，即位置优越的酒店，对应选项A。B选项半价门票、C选项24小时商店、D选项促销价格均不符合原文描述，故选A。 3．根据上下文“Enjoy 24-hour service and complimentary transportation throughout the event. You needn’t pay extra.”，可知“complimentary”意为“免费的”，与“free”同义，故选B。 4．文中对座位的描述为：Class1（最佳座位）在场地两侧长边；Class2（较好座位）在四个角落或球门后方的较低区域；Class3（普通座位）在球门后方的较高区域，且价格最便宜。对照图示，选项A的座位分布完全符合这一描述，故选A。 5．文中Package B的价格为每人$6,500，附加闭幕式VIP座位需额外支付$3,000，因此总费用为$9,500，故选C。 6．全文围绕2026年世界杯旅行套餐展开，介绍了服务优势、座位选择和套餐详情，核心是为球迷提供观赛行程方案，D选项“Your World Cup adventure is ready（你的世界杯冒险已准备就绪）”最贴合文章主旨，故选D。 JUST ASK How many movies have you seen about space? It looks fun, right? But is it? A lot of readers ask questions about the International Space Station (ISS 国际空间站). Today, we’ve answered four of the best ones. Editor: Lily Bailey Q1: What do astronauts do on the International Space Station every day? Answer: They do a lot! They go on space walks, repair things, do experiments and communicate with Earth. But too much work isn’t good for anyone and we all need a little fun! Astronauts play games, watch movies and listen to music on it. If they get stressed, they relax by enjoying the views of our beautiful planet from space. Q2: How much exercise do astronauts do? Answer: Well, quite a lot. Take the astronaut Koichi Wakata for example. He lived on the ISS for188 days and worked out for at least two hours every day. Some astronauts go jogging! Alan Shepard played moon golf in space. British astronaut Tim Peake even ran a marathon in space in2016 and set a Guinness World Record. Q3: Does the body change in space? Answer: Yes, it does. Everything in space floats. Imagine sneezing (打喷嚏) in space! This means it’s easy to lift things. Astronauts train a lot on Earth, but their bodies get weak if they don’t do enough exercise. And this can happen in just a few weeks! These are only a few examples of the problems astronauts can have. Their muscles and hearts lose strength and their bones get weaker. Sometimes, when they get back to Earth, they’re not strong enough to walk! The answer is exercise and not just a little exercise but a lot! Q4: When and how do astronauts sleep? Answer: Good question. We all need to get enough sleep, but in space, with 16 sunrises and 16 sunsets every 24 hours, that’s not easy. Too many changes from day to night make it difficult to know when to sleep. So astronauts have very strict routines and wear special blindfolds to keep from light. 1．Astronauts do a lot of work on the ISS except ________. A．going on space walks B．repairing equipment C．playing games outside D．conducting experiments 2．________ set a Guinness World Record for marathon in space. A．Lily Bailey B．Koichi Wakata C．Alan Shepard D．Tim Peake 3．The underlined word “this” in the third answer refers to ________. A．doing enough exercise B．sneezing in space C．making the body weak D．training on Earth 4．To reduce the harm of space activities on the body, astronauts should ________. A．lift things often B．do a lot of exercise in space C．sneeze carefully D．avoid lifting heavy things 5．The underlined word “blindfolds” means ________ in the passage. A．special tools to block sunlight B．soft clothes to keep warm C．glasses to help see clearly D．headphones to listen to sound 6．Lily Bailey answered the four questions to ________. A．explain how the ISS was built B．introduce the life on the ISS C．describe the history of space exploration D．list the countries that built the ISS 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．A 6．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章通过问答的形式，介绍了宇航员在国际空间站（ISS）的日常生活，包括他们的工作内容、运动量、身体变化以及睡眠情况。 1．细节理解题。根据Q1的回答“They go on space walks, repair things, do experiments and communicate with Earth…Astronauts play games, watch movies and listen to music on it.”可知，宇航员在空间站内玩游戏，而不是“在外面（outside）玩”。选项C“playing games outside”与原文不符。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据Q2的回答“British astronaut Tim Peake even ran a marathon in space in 2016 and set a Guinness World Record.”可知，创下吉尼斯世界纪录的是Tim Peake。故选D。 3．词句猜测题。根据Q3的回答中“...but their bodies get weak if they don’t do enough exercise. And this can happen in just a few weeks!”可知，“this”指的是前一句提到的身体变虚弱这件事，即“making the body weak”。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据Q3的回答最后一句“The answer is exercise and not just a little exercise but a lot!”可知，为了减少太空活动对身体的伤害，宇航员需要进行大量的锻炼。故选B。 5．词句猜测题。根据Q4的回答可知，太空中每24小时有16次日出日落，光线频繁变化影响睡眠，因此宇航员“wear special blindfolds to keep from light”。“blindfolds”原意为“眼罩”，在此语境中指遮光的眼罩，用于阻挡光线以助眠。选项A“special tools to block sunlight”最贴近其功能。故选A。 6．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，Lily Bailey回答的四个问题分别涉及了宇航员的日常工作、锻炼、身体变化和睡眠，这些都是关于在国际空间站上的生活介绍。故选B。 2 备战新中考，天天有收获，周周有进步，月月有突破！ 1 备战新中考，天天有收获，周周有进步，月月有突破！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 备战2026年中考英语重难点热点押题预测系列，一线教师制作遴选。 备战2026年中考英语重难点热点押题预测系列，一线教师制作遴选。 专题01 阅读理解（热点新题速递第二期） 选题说明：本节选题60%来自于上海近三年真题及模考真题，40%为押题预测，难易适中，适合中考冲刺刷题使用。   押   题   精   练 基础入门限时练 ABC Travel Company Video-making CompetitionThe theme of the competition is “Festivals of Our City”. The purpose of holding the competition is to introduce local festivals to oversea visitors. The competition is open to students from Grade 6 to 9. Judge: Ms Wang Li (Filmmaker of the Year) How to enter the competition: 1. Make a short video about how people celebrate a festival in our city. 2. The video should be no longer than three minutes. 3. Complete the application form on ABC Travel Company’s website by 1 October. 4. Upload your video (MP4 format) to the website by 31 October. 5. The file name should include: (ⅰ) your name (ⅱ) the video title What’s next: 1. We will contact the top five students by phone on 15 November. 2. These students will give a short presentation in the first week of December. 3. The results will be posted on the company’s website the following week. 4. The prize-giving ceremony will be held on 20 December. Awards:Champion—a table t computer 1st runner-up—a smartwatch 2nd runner-up—a ¥1000 book card Best creative video—a pair of wireless earphones 1．What is the purpose of the poster? A．To invite students to enter a competition. B．To introduce local festivals in the city to students. C．To explain how to make a good festival video. D．To show the final results of a competition. 2．Who is the video mainly made for? A．Local people. B．Film makers. C．Foreign visitors. D．Young students. 3．Which of the following is the correct file name? A． B． C． D． 4．How long will the top five students have to prepare for the presentation? A．About one week. B．About two weeks. C．About one month. D．About two months. 5．How will the winners know the results? A．By phone. B．From the teachers. C．By email. D．On the website. 6．The underlined word “runner-up” probably means ________. A．a student who gets into the next round B．a student who comes after the winner C．a student who runs the second fastest D．a student who takes part in the first round Campus Sports Events Relax through sports and show your energy! Join in our sports events to build up your body, relieve study pressure and make more friends! ● Campus Track and Field GamesTime: 7:00 AM-5:00PM, April 8th (Friday) Place: School Playground Introduction: It includes 100-metre dash, long jumps, high jumps, shot puts and other interesting events. It aims to show your energy and the spirit of “Faster, Higher, Stronger”. Each person can sign up (报名) for two events, and every participant will get a water bottle as a souvenir (纪念品). ● Campus Fitness & Yoga ExperienceTime: 9:00–11:00 AM, April 9th (Saturday) Place: School Indoor Gym Introduction: A relaxing sports activity combining basic fitness training and gentle yoga. Professional teachers will guide warm-up, stretching, core training and relaxing yoga. It helps improve physical fitness and calm your mind. Open to all students, no experience needed—just come and enjoy a peaceful and healthy time. ● Campus Badminton Competition Time: 2:00-4:30 PM, April 15th (Friday) Place: School Indoor Gym Introduction: It has two forms: singles and doubles. Following the principle of “friendship first, competition second”, you can show wonderful attack and defense skills on the court. No matter your skill level, you are welcome to sign up, enjoy the fun of badminton and make friends with peers who have the same interest ● Campus Football Friendly MatchTime: 3:00-5:00 PM, April 16th (Saturday) Place: School Football Field Introduction: It is a friendly match suitable for all junior high students. It focuses on enjoyment of the game rather than fierce competition. You must sign up as a team, and we will provide a coach. It can keep you fit and improve teamwork. 1．What kind of text is this passage? A．A fitness guide. B．A story. C．A news report. D．A notice. 2．You can get a water bottle as a souvenir if you ________. A．take part in any event B．sign up for a track & field game C．participate in two events D．show your energy and the spirit 3．Which is TRUE about the Fitness & Yoga Experience? A．The activity will take place in the school playground. B．It is open to all students and no experience is required. C．Students can take part in it on Saturday afternoon. D．Professional teachers will teach teamwork skills. 4．The underlined word “defense” most probably means “________”. A．protecting B．winning C．coaching D．fighting 5．If you want to take part in ________, you must sign up as a team. A．Campus Track and Field Games B．Campus Fitness & Yoga Experience C．Campus Badminton Competition D．Campus Football Friendly Match 6．The main purpose of this passage is ________. A．to teach students to keep healthy B．to ask students to exercise every day C．to attract students to join in the sports events D．to show the results of sports matches How do students exercise At Star School, many students spend a lot of time sitting or using phones and computers. They are planning a project on students’ exercise habits. Set Goals·Understand the exercise habits of students at Star School. ·Learn about different types of daily physical activity. ·Explore ways to help students improve their fitness. Interview Classmates·Ask 5-10 classmates about their exercise habits ·Record: 1) Average minutes of exercise per day 2) Favorite types of activities 3) Reasons for not exercising Analyze the Data·Calculate average exercise time for the class. ·Identify popular activities and explain the reasons. ·Use charts or graphs to make data easy to understand (bar charts, pie charts, line graphs). ·Look for patterns, such as “Most students exercise less than 30 minutes per day” or “Walking is the most popular activity among girls in Grade Six.” Write a Report·Summarize your findings in a short report, including: 1) Introduction: Why the project is important 2) Methods: How you tracked your exercise and collected data 3) Results: Charts, graphs, and patterns 4) Conclusion: What you learned and how habits can improve ·You can use AI to help organize the report or check grammar. Tips for Success☑ Be honest when tracking your exercise. ☑ Make your charts and graphs clear and colorful. ☑ Encourage classmates to exercise daily. ☑ Use AI for guidance, ideas, and improving your report, 1．The text above is a ________. A．plan B．report C．review D．diary 2．Students at Star School do the project to ________ A．better use AI devices B．understand their friends C．improve their learning skills D．discover ways to improve fitness 3．Which of the following questions might be asked in the interview? A．How old are you? B．How do you go to school? C．How long do you exercise every day? D．How do you feel when you exercise? 4．The underlined word “pattern” means ________ in Chinese. A．方式 B．规律 C．图案 D．样本 5．When writing the report, they can express themselves more clearly ________. A．by collecting data B．in simple English C．by giving examples D．through charts or graphs 6．In the process of the project, they can use AI to ________ A．communicate with their friends B．interview their teachers C．improve their writing D．encourage their classmates A Zoo Guide is a special role for young people who are passionate about wildlife. While they help visitors by answering questions and leading activities, the job is also a great learning experience for the guides themselves. Rosamond Gifford Zoois hiring!Become a ZOO GUIDE today! By being a Zoo Guide, they can: ➨ develop important skills like communication and teamwork by interacting with the public and working with staff. ➨ deepen knowledge about animals, and environmental protection. ➨ gain a chance to grow and inspire others to care for nature. This opportunity is perfect for those who are eager to learn, comfortable speaking to groups, and want to do something for a fun and educational environment at the zoo. Call/text (315) 907-2193 or email mhllebrand@rosamondgiffordzoo.org for more info & an application. What Is a Zoo Guide?Zoo Guides will… · answer questions about the Zoo and zoo animals. · lead educational activities for visitors. · assist in maintaining an organized and clean environment. · help guests have their Best Day Ever! Who should apply?Zoo Guides are… · ages 16-24 and not enrolled in school. · comfortable talking to small groups of people. · eager to learn and share knowledge of nature with Zoo guests. · willing to work with other Zoo Guides and staff. Call/text (315) 907-2193 or emailmhllebrand@rosamondgiffordzoo.org for more info & an application. Word box [1] passionate adj. 热情的 [2] enroll v. 登记、注册  [3] benefit n. 益处 1．How many main tasks for a Zoo Guide are mentioned in the text? A．2. B．3. C．4. D．8. 2．According to the introduction, one major benefit of being a Zoo Guide is ________. A．gaining knowledge about animals B．earning a high salary every month C．enjoying the educational activities D．having a chance to care for animals 3．Among the four people who apply for the job, who will the zoo probably choose? A．Daniel, who is a 17-year-old shy boy but wants to develop communication skills. B．Chloe, who is a 20-year-old nature lover and has finished her studies in university. C．Liam, who is 24, is a knowledgeable and helpful university student majoring in biology. D．Grace, who is middle-aged and has years of experience volunteering at an animal shelter. 4．The underlined word “their” refers to ________. A．the zoo guides’ B．the zoo staff’s C．the guests’ D．the animals’ 5．If Lisa wants to learn more information and apply for the job, she can do the following EXCEPT ________. A．make a phone call B．text a message C．write an email D．visit the zoo’s website 6．What’s the purpose of this information sheet? A．To introduce Rosamond Gifford Zoo and its animals. B．To look for young people to work as Zoo Guides. C．To teach guests how to develop communication skills. D．To describe the advantages of being a Zoo Guide. Diving Into a Stronger Self In just 1.93 seconds — faster than it takes you to read this sentence — Chen Yuxi completed her final dive at the 15th National Games with full confidence. With an impressive score of 412.30, the diving star achieved one of her long-held dreams: winning the National Games title in the women’s 10-meter platform (女子10米跳台). “I’m very happy to win,” she said calmly as she stepped onto the podium with her coach. These simple words, however, barely reveal (透露) the long and rocky road she took to reach this moment. From the 14th National Games in 2021 to the 2024 Paris Olympics, Chen was no stranger to gold in synchronized events (双人项目). But in individual competitions, she fell short time and again. After the Paris Olympics, she felt lost and began doubting (怀疑) her own abilities. The stress was beyond measure. At one point, even seeing the diving pool made her feel awful. “Honestly, all I wanted to do was escape,” the Olympian admitted. It was then that Chen recalled her coach’s favorite advice and decided to try diving one more time. Little by little, she pushed through her stress and regained her strength. At the 2025 World Aquatics Championships (世界游泳锦标赛) this past July, she finally won the women’s 10-meter platform again. This was, in fact, not her first act of courage. Chen had been naturally afraid of water. At the age of six, she tried diving for the first time, and that brave first jump set her on the path to becoming a champion. Years of hard practice alone aren’t enough for Chen to stand out in her sport. Now 20, Chen must strictly keep her weight at 42.5 kilograms to perform at her best. She reportedly weighs herself ten times a day. Chen also keeps an eye on her diet. She never eats sweets and usually takes only a few bites of vegetables when she’s at home. Chen has yet to win an Olympic gold medal in the women’s 10-meter platform. But with a stronger and calmer mind, she can now focus entirely on her dives. She has set her sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics — ready to push her limits once again. 1．The article begins with a moment from ________. A．the 2024 Paris Olympics B．the 14th National Games C．the 15th National Games D．the 2025 World Aquatics Championships 2．Before her wins at the 15th National Games, Chen had ________. A．won a few synchro diving titles B．never taken part in the National Games C．never topped the women’s 10-meter platform D．earned an Olympic gold in the women’s 10-meter platform 3．Chen wanted to escape from diving after the Paris Olympics because ________. A．her coach was too strict B．she became afraid of water C．she didn’t like the diving pool D．she lost her confidence in diving 4．According to the article, “her coach’s favourite advice” probably is “________”. A．Don’t be too hard on yourself B．Take another step even when it feels hard C．Share your feelings with your close friends D．Try something different when you’re feeling lost 5．Besides hard work, what has Chen done to stand out in the diving world? A．Strictly controlling her weight. B．Training with various partners. C．Trying several different sports. D．Regaining strength in her legs. 6．This article is mainly about ________. A．how hard Chen Yuxi trains daily B．how Chen Yuxi deals with her challenges as a diver C．how well Chen Yuxi performed at the 15th National Games D．how Chen Yuxi is preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics 提升培优限时练 Wheel Have Fun! Contract for Bicycle Rental [1] By signing this contract, Ⅰ, ________, agree that Ⅰ will be the only rider using this bicycle and that I have the experience to use it safely. Ⅰ agree to ride the bicycle no farther than 100 miles from the Wheel Have Fun! office. Ⅰ will return the bicycle by the time indicated below. For every hour the bicycle is late, Ⅰ agree to pay an additional ¥10. All bicycles include a pump, lock, and repair kit [2] (patches, spare tube, tire levers). These items must be returned with the bicycle. There is no cost for using items in the kit, but please report their use to the rental agent at the time of return. The rental rate includes insurance, which covers minor damage to the bicycle. This insurance does NOT cover any of the following costs: 1 damage caused to property or other vehicles; 1 medical costs related to an accident; 1 theft or loss of bicycle. Rental Rate 1 hour ¥12 2 hours ¥20 4 hours ¥35 You are fully responsible for any and all of the costs named above. Period of Rental: Start Time ________________  End Time________________ Name (please print): ________________ Signature: ________________  Date:________________ Word box [1] rental adj. /n.租借 [2] kit n.工具包 1．The information is included in the contract after it has been completed EXCEPT ________. A．the name of the renter B．the value of the bicycle C．the time the rental period begins and ends D．the cost of each extra rental hour 2．The underlined word “contract” is closest in meaning to “________”. A．an official agreement B．a detailed plan C．a personal schedule D．an attractive advertisement 3．If Li Ming returns the bicycle 3 hours later than the indicated end time, he will pay an extra ________. A．¥10 B．¥20 C．¥30 D．¥35 4．If a cyclist uses the spare tube from the repair kit during the rental period, he should ________. A．pay for a new spare tube at return B．report it to the rental agent when returning the bicycle C．replace it with a new one before returning D．do nothing, as it is included for free use 5．According to the contract, which situation does the insurance cover? A．The bicycle hits a parked car and causes damage. B．The bicycle is stolen during the rental period. C．The bicycle is missing and not being returned. D．The bicycle has some small marks. 6．The main purpose of this contract is ________. A．to encourage people to exercise more B．to explain how to use a bicycle safely C．to show the responsibilities of renting a bicycle D．to advertise the rental services of “Wheel Have Fun!” Olivia·3 hours ago Hi everyone! In science class today, we watched a program called Sleeping in the Wild, and it was really interesting! It showed that animals sleep in many different ways. Some sleep almost the whole day, while others hardly sleep at all. I found these differences quite surprising. Which animal sleeping habit do you think is the most interesting?Leave a comment below!                                                          Jasmine·2 hours ago Hi Olivia! I was most surprised by koalas! The program said they can sleep 18 to 22 hours a day, which is almost the whole day! At first, I thought they were just lazy animals. But then the program explained why. Koalas mainly eat eucalyptus leaves, and these leaves provide very little energy. Because of that, they need a lot of sleep to save energy and stay healthy. So actually, their long sleeping time is a way to survive. I didn’t expect that! Reply                                                                        Sophie·50 mins ago For me, sloths are the most amazing sleepers. They can sleep about 20 hours a day and spend most of their lives hanging from tree branches in tropical forests. The program explained that staying high in the trees helps them avoid predators on the ground. Even though sloths move very slowly, their lifestyle actually protects them and helps them survive in their environment. Pretty cool, right? Reply                                                                        Jason·20 mins ago I think dolphins have the most unique sleeping habit. Unlike humans, they cannot fall into a deep sleep for a long time. Instead, only half of their brain sleeps at a time, while the other half stays awake. This way, they can keep swimming and come up to the surface to breathe. They even sleep with one eye open to watch for danger in the ocean. Nature really comes up with amazing solutions! Reply                                                                        1．The main purpose of Olivia’s post is ______. A．to describe her science class in detail B．to show the most interesting animals in nature C．to introduce a program and start a discussion about it D．to compare the sleeping habits of animals and humans 2．Koalas sleep for such a long time because ______. A．they are very lazy animals B．they feel safer when sleeping C．they are active only at night D．their food provides little energy 3．The underlined word “predators” means animals that ______. A．hunt and eat other animals B．live together in groups C．sleep during the daytime D．move very slowly in forests 4．How do dolphins manage to stay safe while sleeping? A．They take turns sleeping. B．They sleep in deep water. C．Half of their brain stays awake. D．Both of their eyes are open. 5．Which of the following is FALSE? A．Sleeping in the Wild explained the reasons behind different sleeping habits. B．The program changed Olivia’s understanding about koalas. C．Sleeping high in trees helps sloths stay safe in the wild. D．Dolphins keep swimming while sleeping. 6．What can we learn from the forum post? A．All animals need long sleep to survive. B．Different animals sleep in different ways to survive. C．Animals in forests sleep longer than those in other places. D．Most animals sleep in the same way as humans. Dear friends, young or old. Are you looking for something fun and challenging to do? Why not learn to play the ukulele? This happy little instrument can bring you hours of joy and entertainment. It can also give you the satisfaction of learning something new. Why is the ukulele a happy choice? Let me count the ways. ▪ The price is right Compared to other musical instruments, ukuleles are affordable. Entry-level ukuleles are not expensive. You may even be able to find a good deal on a used one. However, as you improve, you may want to buy a better model. ▪ Good things come in small packages Ukuleles are portable. Smaller than guitars, they are easy to travel with. Stick it in your backpack, and you’re off. ▪ Easy to learn The ukulele is easy to learn. Simple chord charts that show you where to place your fingers are available online. You can also find our lessons on the internet. You’ll be playing some tunes in no time! ▪ Fun factor As you play, you can sing along. That’s half the fun of it. Then get your friends to sing with you! 1．The ukulele school provides ________ types of classes. A．one B．three C．four D．eight 2．If you want to learn more about fingerstyle techniques, you can take the ________ class. A．Saturday B．Sunday C．Friday D．Wednesday 3．If you want to improve your stage skills, you have to pay ________ for eight weeks. A．$100 B．$120 C．$150 D．$180 4．The underlined word “portable” most probably means “easy to ________”. A．carry B．learn C．buy D．make 5．Which of the following is WRONG according to the article? A．The ukulele school provides classes for kids and adults. B．You can call or send e-mails to learn more about the classes. C．A ukulele is the least expensive musical instrument. D．Some ukulele lessons are also available on the internet. 6．________ might be the most interested in this article. A．A jobless man who wants to start his career again B．A worried mum who wants to raise her son’s Math marks C．An eager salesman who wants to sell musical instruments D．A retired woman who wants to learn something new 1．Qian Xuesen was born ________. A．in Beijing B．in Shanghai C．in California D．in Massachusetts 2．The underlined word “Identity” most probably means ________. A．job and social position B．hobby and interest C．character and quality D．emotion and feeling 3．In 1939, Qian Xuesen ________. A．continued his study in America B．graduated with a doctorate degree C．served as a technical director in the US D．started China’s first missile research center 4．In order to help build his motherland, Qian Xuesen decided to return to China ________. A．in 1929 B．in 1949 C．in 1950 D．in 1955 5．What can be filled in the blank ________? A．Honors B．Failures C．Challenges D．Achievements 6．Which of the following sentences is TRUE according to the passage? A．Qian Xuesen finished the tests of China’s first missile by himself. B．Qian Xuesen won many international awards for his success in aerospace. C．Qian Xuesen’s return was a turning point for China’s aerospace industry. D．Qian Xuesen’s scientific and technical ability was not valued in the US. GET FIT, JOIN US NOW New courses in May by Fit & Fun CenterSchedule Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Sat 8 am Latin Dance Spin Yoga Archery Spin Yoga 10 am Spin Latin Dance Archery Latin Dance Latin Dance Spin 5 pm Yoga Archery Latin Dance Spin Archery / 7 pm Archery Yoga Spin Yoga Yoga / YOGA WITH Ellen Join Ellen’s yoga classes to build flexibility and strength. She is an experienced teacher trained in various yoga styles. Equipment is provided. Bring only a towel and water. * New courses are only suitable for experienced learners. ERIC’S SPIN CLASSES The most fun on a bike! Spin classes are safe and effective for everyone, no matter your weight, age or fitness level. You choose your own speed. It’s perfect for beginners and those recovering from injury. Qualified trainer Eric will help you to do your best! LATIN DANCE WITH AMY Have fun and get fit! Do you hate exercise but love dancing and parties? Well, Latin dance is for you. It combines great music and dancing with hard exercise. Amy is an experienced Latin dance trainer and her classes are very popular. ARCHERY WITH JASON Do you want a unique workout that’s fun and challenging? Well, archery is for you. It builds core strength, improves balance and hones your focus, an award-winning archery trainer and gold medalist, teaching all levels. * Kids must be 10 years of age or older to take part in our program. Price Adults: RMB 100/per lesson Students: RMB 50/per lesson Half price for all customers on Saturdays Members: Free Memberships for only RMB 899/month 1．How many new courses does Fit & Fun Center offer in May? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 2．Who might take Ellen’s course on Wednesdays in May? A．Lily, a beginner who wants to build flexibility and strength. B．Stella, an experienced yoga learner who is free at 5:30 pm. C．Zoe, an experienced learner who loves hard exercise. D．Ann, an experienced yoga learner who is free every morning. 3．The underlined word “hones” in the introduction to the archery course probably means ________. A．develops B．directs C．discovers D．disturbs 4．Lisa and her 12-year-old daughter will go to a spin class next Saturday. She needs to pay ________. A．RMB 50. B．RMB 75. C．RMB 150. D．RMB 899. 5．From the text, we can infer that ________. A．children under 10 can join the archery class B．spin classes are only for very fit people C．yoga classes need students to bring their own mats D．members do not need to pay for a single class each time 6．What is the main purpose of this material? A．To tell people how to keep fit. B．To introduce different types of exercise. C．To encourage people to join the fitness courses. D．To compare the prices of different fitness classes. 满分冲刺限时练 We want to find out more about you. We’re interested in what you’d like to do in the future. Do you already know, or are you waiting to see what life brings? Perhaps you’d like to start a business, write books or be a top athlete. What would your dream job look like? We’ve put together a survey to find out what you think. Why are we doing a survey? Your answers will give us an idea of you, our readers, and how you imagine your future. The information you give will help us interview people who inspire (激励) you, write features (专题报道) and share stories with readers. For example, we can talk to people who have jobs you dream of doing in the future, and share how they got there. We’re also keen to find out if you think you’ll use what you’re learning at school when you start work. Another question is about your values. Is the most important thing for you being creative, helping others or earning lots of money? We hope that some of our questions could spark an idea for your dream job. Would you like to be Prime Minister? We want to know. How to take part See the panel (信息栏) below to find out how to fill in the survey, but please get permission from a parent or caregiver first. Please note, we will not ask for personal information such as an address or birth date. Ask an adult to help you get online and go to tinyurl.com/TWJ-jobsurvey, or scan the QR code beside to get there. You can answer the questions with a grown-up’s help if you like. There are 15 questions, so it won’t take too long. Please fill in the survey by 11:59 p.m. on 27 July. Thank you for taking part — we’ll share your answers in issue (期) 504, out on 9 August. 1．The survey is mainly about ________. A．readers’ favorite books B．readers’ dream jobs and future C．ways to start a business D．how to be a top athlete 2．The survey information will help the editors ________. A．collect readers’ personal information B．sell more books to readers C．share inspiring stories with readers D．teach readers school subjects 3．Which of the following questions is about the readers’ values? A．What kind of job do you want to have in the future? B．Do you want to be Prime Minister when you grow up? C．Will you use what you are learning at school in your future work? D．Which is most important to you, creativity, helping others or money? 4．You should ________ first before taking part in the survey. A．ask a parent or carer for permission B．write down your address C．tell your birth date and ID number D．finish all the homework 5．Readers must complete the survey by ________. A．April 23 B．August 9 C．June 15 D．July 27 6．The answers to the survey will be shared ________. A．on a website tinyurl.com B．in a newspaper issue C．on the school notice board D．in a book about dream jobs Educational Visits at Hinchingbrooke Country Park Thank you for your interest in educational visits to Hinchingbrooke Country Park. Most of the information on this page refers to school visits, but our activities can be made to suit all groups including home educators, Cub Scouts (幼童军), and youth groups. For school visits, and many other educational events, we are working together with our friends at Fireflies Forest School to provide excellent tailored school visits. We can organize a wide range of activities to meet any curriculum need, in the varied habitats of our beautiful park.What does a visit include? ■ a staff member to lead the activities. They will be either a forest school leader or an education volunteer. ■ all equipment needed to carry out the activities ■ health and safety information ■ free places for your leaders and helpers How do I make a booking? If you decide to come for a visit, you will need to: ■ provisionally book a date with us (but you can change it later if you want) ■ confirm the date with us and select activities ■ organize your groups, so all leaders know which children they are responsible for and the children know who their leader is What is the cancellation policy? ■ No charge. How do I pay? ■ We will charge you the total fees after your visit. Please make sure you let us know the number of children who have attended on the day in advance. Welcome and enjoy your day. It will be appreciated if you can give us feedback so that we can continually improve what we offer. ■ If you require further information about the activities available, please click here for more or feel free to email us: Enquiries@firefliesforestschool.co.uk 1．Where can we most probably read this text? A．In a magazine. B．In a newspaper. C．In a brochure. D．On a website. 2．What does the underlined word “provisionally” mean? A．for the time being B．in person C．in no time D．at last 3．What doesn’t the school have to do for the visit they plan to attend? A．Booking the date. B．Selecting activities. C．Giving feedback. D．Organizing groups. 4．Which of the following statements is correct? A．A part of the fees must be paid before the school visit starts. B．Once you book the visit, it cannot be cancelled for any reason. C．A variety of activities will be organized in and out of the park. D．All equipment for the activities is provided by the organization. 5．What can we learn about educational visits at Hinchingbrooke Country Park? A．Visitors have to pay the booking fee in advance. B．Free places are offered to the group leaders and helpers. C．Only school groups are welcome to take part in the activities. D．All activity leaders are professional forest school teachers. 6．Who is most likely to be the target readers of this text? A．Schoolchildren. B．Forest school leaders. C．Education volunteers. D．School educators. Inner painting, a traditional Chinese art, is recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产). Artists create works on the inner surface of the glass bottle with special brushes, which need to be thin enough to enter the tiny bottles. These miniature masterpieces (微型杰作) often carry deep cultural meanings. The designs on the painting stand for people’s wishes for good luck and a happy life. The most popular ones are landscapes, followed by flowers and birds. Creating an inner painting requires great skills. Artists must work through the bottle’s narrow neck and carefully paint inside in a reverse order. They start with foreground details before adding backgrounds, opposite to the usual way of painting. In this way, the final artwork looks proper and correct when it is seen from the outside. Inner painting also needs high accuracy and patience. Any mistake means a complete restart. “It’s just like trying to draw a straight line when the ground is shaking,” an inner painting artist says. Most artists need years of training before creating great and fine pieces. They usually spend 2-3 years just practicing drawing basic lines. Though inner painting has its cultural value and unique beauty, it still faces difficulties such as low interest among young people, limited market needs and fewer learners. Luckily, artists are trying to make it closer to our life. It is now used on everyday objects, like tea sets. A new type of brush has been invented to improve drawing speed. Young artists even make use of social media to spread their painting skills. Li Mei, for example, showed inner painting skills on social media and successfully attracted over 500,000 followers. “We hope it can be respected as a heritage but still alive in daily life,” Li explains. They also expect inner painting courses to be offered at school for young people to take in the near future. 1．What kind of brush is used for inner painting? A．Brushes made of glass. B．Thick and short brushes. C．Extremely thin brushes. D．Brushes with sharp ends. 2．Which of the following themes might be the most popular design for inner painting? A．Living creatures. B．Natural scenery. C．Famous people. D．Historical events. 3．The underlined word “reverse” in Paragraph 3 probably means _________. A．重复的 B．渐进的 C．复杂的 D．反向的 4．What can we infer from the sentence “It’s just like trying to draw a straight line when the ground is shaking”? A．Other tools and special materials are needed for inner painting. B．Artists need to work together as a team to finish the perfect artwork. C．Inner painting is such a difficult task that it needs skills and patience. D．It is very dangerous for the artists to take up inner painting. 5．How many ways have the artists tried to save inner painting in the last paragraph? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 6．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explain technical steps of creating the inner painting. B．To show the value and challenges of a traditional art. C．To compare different Chinese intangible cultural heritages. D．To call on us to save the traditional Chinese art together. The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Following the success of the last World Cup in Doha, people can’t wait to visit major cities such as Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and Mexico City. To help you enjoy these unforgettable football moments, our agency offers three travel packages（套餐）.Our strengths - Top hotels   We offer the best hotels in each city, close to venues（场馆）and entertainment—not in the far suburbs!- Tickets available   Our packages include official match tickets to make sure you have a smooth game-watching experience.- Professional support   Enjoy 24-hour service and complimentary transportation throughout the event. You needn’t pay extra.- Affordable prices   With rich experience in the travel industry, we are able to offer the best deals.Pick your seat Seating in the venues is divided into three classes.- Best seats (Class 1: At the two long sides of the field. You face the center directly. - Good seats (Class 2: In the four corners or the lower part behind the goals. - Okay seats (Class 3: In the higher part behind the goals. They are the cheapest. Choose your package Package A  Package B  Package C Explore the group round  Follow your team  Cheer for the winner 4 days / 3 nights  6 days / 5 nights  7 days / 6 nights 2 group matches  3 matches following one team  semi-finals and final 4-star hotels  4-star hotels  5-star hotels a half-day city tour  a 2-day city tour  a 3-day city tour from $3,500/person  from $6,500/person (closing event: $3,000/person, not included. from $12,500/person (closing event VIP seat. 1．The 2026 World Cup will be hosted in the following cities EXCEPT ________. A．Mexico City B．Toronto C．Los Angeles D．Doha 2．Which of the following is an advantage of the agency? A．Well-located hotels. B．Half-price match tickets. C．24-hour stores. D．Sale prices. 3．The underlined word “complimentary” most probably means ________. A．expensive B．free C．fast D．comfortable 4．Which picture is the correct seat map? A． B． C． D． 5．If Lisa wants to follow one team and attend the closing event, she should pay at least ________ in all. A．$3,000 B．$6,500 C．$9,500 D．$12,500 6．Which of the following is the best title for the material? A．Top tourist destinations in North America B．How to plan your World Cup trips C．Interesting facts behind the World Cup D．Your World Cup adventure is ready JUST ASK How many movies have you seen about space? It looks fun, right? But is it? A lot of readers ask questions about the International Space Station (ISS 国际空间站). Today, we’ve answered four of the best ones. Editor: Lily Bailey Q1: What do astronauts do on the International Space Station every day? Answer: They do a lot! They go on space walks, repair things, do experiments and communicate with Earth. But too much work isn’t good for anyone and we all need a little fun! Astronauts play games, watch movies and listen to music on it. If they get stressed, they relax by enjoying the views of our beautiful planet from space. Q2: How much exercise do astronauts do? Answer: Well, quite a lot. Take the astronaut Koichi Wakata for example. He lived on the ISS for188 days and worked out for at least two hours every day. Some astronauts go jogging! Alan Shepard played moon golf in space. British astronaut Tim Peake even ran a marathon in space in2016 and set a Guinness World Record. Q3: Does the body change in space? Answer: Yes, it does. Everything in space floats. Imagine sneezing (打喷嚏) in space! This means it’s easy to lift things. Astronauts train a lot on Earth, but their bodies get weak if they don’t do enough exercise. And this can happen in just a few weeks! These are only a few examples of the problems astronauts can have. Their muscles and hearts lose strength and their bones get weaker. Sometimes, when they get back to Earth, they’re not strong enough to walk! The answer is exercise and not just a little exercise but a lot! Q4: When and how do astronauts sleep? Answer: Good question. We all need to get enough sleep, but in space, with 16 sunrises and 16 sunsets every 24 hours, that’s not easy. Too many changes from day to night make it difficult to know when to sleep. So astronauts have very strict routines and wear special blindfolds to keep from light. 1．Astronauts do a lot of work on the ISS except ________. A．going on space walks B．repairing equipment C．playing games outside D．conducting experiments 2．________ set a Guinness World Record for marathon in space. A．Lily Bailey B．Koichi Wakata C．Alan Shepard D．Tim Peake 3．The underlined word “this” in the third answer refers to ________. A．doing enough exercise B．sneezing in space C．making the body weak D．training on Earth 4．To reduce the harm of space activities on the body, astronauts should ________. A．lift things often B．do a lot of exercise in space C．sneeze carefully D．avoid lifting heavy things 5．The underlined word “blindfolds” means ________ in the passage. A．special tools to block sunlight B．soft clothes to keep warm C．glasses to help see clearly D．headphones to listen to sound 6．Lily Bailey answered the four questions to ________. A．explain how the ISS was built B．introduce the life on the ISS C．describe the history of space exploration D．list the countries that built the ISS 24 备战新中考，天天有收获，周周有进步，月月有突破！ 25 备战新中考，天天有收获，周周有进步，月月有突破！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $