考前押题05 阅读理解常考话题（期末复习专项训练）八年级英语下学期新教材沪教版

专题05 阅读理解常考话题 话题1：志愿服务与社会责任 话题2 肢体语言与人际沟通 话题3 动漫与艺术创作 话题4 传统文化与文化遗产 话题5 动物保护与生态平衡 话题6 太空探索与航天科技 话题7：科幻想象与未知世界 话题8 时文阅读 话题1：志愿服务与社会责任 Passage 1 （25-26八下·广东省宝安第一外国语学校初中部·阶段检测） Each September, as a new school year begins, students in blue vests(背心) gather in the canteen of Shaoxing University in Shaoxing, Zhejiang. Standing behind tables, they invite freshmen to join a volunteer tutoring(辅导) program. The program provides free academic (学术的) support for children from poor families, particularly those with disabilities. The tutoring program has a history of nearly 30 years. It was launched by students in the hope of giving back to society through knowledge. So far, it has contributed a total of 27,000 service hours, helping over 200 families and tutoring more than 700 children. Yang Xi is one of the volunteers. “I feel a deep sense of achievement because I can put what I’ve learned into practice in real-life situations,” she said. Yang studies English education at university. She uses creative teaching methods to help those kids. For example, one student has a great love for painting, so she creates special cards to make English words easier to remember. What’s more, whenever her students answer correctly, she praises them sincerely. The program not only helps children improve their studies, but also cares for their mental health. While tutoring, volunteers write down important moments. At the end of each term, these notes are collected and turned into special gifts for the children. Yang finds these notes meaningful because they record how she and her students have been growing together. “Watching you overcome difficulties has been a valuable lesson for me,” Yang Xi wrote in a note to her students. Through this program, university students like Yang Xi share their knowledge while also spreading warmth and hope. It is a beautiful cycle of learning and caring. 1．What does the underlined word “they” in paragraph 1 refer to? A．The freshmen in the university. B．The children from poor families. C．The retired teachers in the university. D．The students in blue vests from the program. 2．Which of the following is TRUE about the tutoring program? A．It was set up less than 10 years ago. B．It gives free academic support to kids in need. C．It only helps children with their physical health. D．It has helped more than 1,000 disabled families. 3．What do we know about Yang Xi? A．She is good at painting. B．She teaches English in a primary school. C．She uses creative ways to teach students. D．She thinks tutoring is a waste of time. 4．What does the fourth paragraph mainly tell us? A．How volunteers offer mental support. B．When volunteers meet the children. C．Why the program needs more volunteers. D．What the children learn from the volunteers. 5．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explore the meaning of volunteering. B．To introduce a volunteer tutoring program. C．To call on students to attend Shaoxing University. D．To share ways to help those students in need. Passage 2 （24-25八下·广东省广州市白云区·期末） I joined a club called “Passing Help” last month. As for why I joined this club, there is a touching story behind it. One evening this May, I went to the countryside on business. My old car broke down suddenly on my way home. It was 25 miles away from my house. I wanted to get a ride, but there was no car passing by. It was also hard to take a taxi in such a lonely place. So I decided to take a bus home. I walked forward and soon found a bus stop nearby. After a while, a bus came, but it did not go to my town. The bus driver was a young woman. She told me which bus I should take. I waited there for about thirty minutes. During that time, a truck passed by, but there was no space for me to take a ride. Just then a car came to me and a woman came out of the car. She was just the bus driver. “When I reached the bus station, I found that the bus to your town couldn’t come, so I returned here to pick you up. I just can’t leave you here,” she said, “Get in my car and I will take you back to your home.” “It is a long way,” I said. “Come on, sir,” she said. “Let’s go.” On the way she told me a story, which happened a few years ago. Her car ran out of gas halfway home. As she was wondering what to do, an old man driving by offered to drive her up to a gas station and then back to her car. The old man told her that he was a member of Passing Help and asked her to join it too. When we got to my home, it was already very late. I wanted to give her some money as a thank-you, but she didn’t accept it. “As a club member, I’m just trying to help those in need and do something nice for somebody else. Pass it along!” she said. 1．What kind of person is the driver from the story? A．She is very wealthy and likes to help others. B．She is a kind and responsible person. C．She is only interested in making money. D．She is not very friendly to strangers. 2．Why did the bus driver tell the author her own experience? A．To explain why she joined the “Passing Help” club. B．To show that she had also faced difficult situations. C．To ask the author to join the club. D．To make the author feel better about his situation. 3．What is the main theme of the story? A．The importance of having a well-made car. B．The difficulties of traveling in the countryside. C．The kindness of strangers and the power of helping others. D．The importance of being a member of a club. 4．What can we learn from the “Passing Help” club? A．People should only help those who can help them in return. B．It is better to avoid helping strangers to avoid inconvenience. C．Joining a club is the only way to be kind. D．Helping others can create a positive cycle of kindness. Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市光明区高级中学·阶段检测） Our community offers several meaningful ways for volunteers to share their time and care. Each program is designed for people with different interests and schedules. After-School Program To provide help for kids’ math and Chinese homework. Time: 3:30 pm~5:30 pm, Saturdays For more information: Call Ms. King at 319-7858. Clean-Up Day To help us clean up some public places. You will receive a blue T-shirt for free. Time: 10:00 am~11:30 am, Sundays For more information: Email Mr. White at john8@em.com. Farm Work Tasks include picking apples, feeding chickens and milking cows. You can also learn to ride a horse for fun. Time: 4:00 pm~6:00 pm, Saturdays For more information: Email Mr. Hunt at nick@em.com. Children’s Hospital Able to connect with and care for kids. Can organize games, tell jokes or sing songs. To encourage and brighten their day. Time: 9:30 am ~ 11:00 am, Saturdays For more information: Call Ms. Smith at 265-3097. 1．When do you have to be free if you want to join the After-School Program? A．On Saturday morning B．On Saturday afternoon C．On Sunday morning. D．On Sunday afternoon. 2．What do volunteers need to do on the farm? ① give food to chickens  ② clean the horses’ home  ③ milk cows  ④ pick apples A．①②③ B．①③④ C．①②④ D．②③④ 3．If Lily is a volunteer in Children’s Hospital, what should she be like? A．Serious and strict B．Wise and brave. C．Quiet and shy. D．Caring and cheerful. 4．What do the four volunteer activities mentioned in the notice have in common? A．They all provide free T-shirts for volunteers. B．They all need volunteers to work with children. C．They all need volunteers to work outdoors. D．They all allow volunteers to help others in the community. 5．What type of text is this? A．A notice asking for volunteers. B．An advertisement for farm work. C．A timetable for after-school activities. D．An introduction to different courses. Passage 4 （25-26八下·辽宁沈阳市虹桥中学教育集团·阶段检测） Ever since I was 5 years old, my mother had been a volunteer at the Nanjing Museum. This meant that every weekend, I spent my time among ancient exhibits (展品). I also listened to stories and took part in activities. And it was in my junior high school years that I decided to become a museum volunteer myself. The journey began with fun training lessons. I learned about the collection, exhibition planning and visitor guidance. Among the different skills needed for a museum volunteer, especially a guide, strong communication abilities are seen as important. We were taught how to talk with visitors. And we were also told how to answer their questions and explain things in a way that makes sense to them, depending on their ages and interests. One of my most memorable (难忘的) experiences was explaining the arched gateway of the glazed arch of Grand Bao’en Temple (大报恩寺琉璃拱门). It played a big part in the Ming Dynasty’s temple architecture (建筑). I shared its ancient history and amazing craftsmanship (工艺) with visitors. They were all very interested in it. I felt so proud that I had a deeper understanding of our cultural heritage (遗产). Now as a volunteer, I realize museums are not just about old objects. They connect us to our history and culture. Every time I see visitors’ excited faces, I feel happy. I will keep learning and sharing these wonderful stories with others. Maybe one day, I can inspire others to love museums too! My passion (酷爱) and pride for traditional Chinese culture will always be with me in my life. 1．When did the writer decide to become a museum volunteer? A．At the age of 5. B．During primary school. C．In junior high school. D．After college. 2．What training did the writer receive to be a museum volunteer? A．Learning ancient languages. B．Drawing museum buildings. C．Practising traditional craftsmanship. D．Studying the collection of the museum. 3．What does the underlined word “guidance” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Attention. B．Direction. C．Record. D．Praise. 4．Which would be the best title for this text? A．How to become a museum guide B．The history of the Nanjing Museum C．My dream of becoming a museum guide D．My journey as a young museum volunteer Passage 5 （25-26八下·辽宁沈阳市辽中区第二初级中学·阶段检测） ·Hainan, ChinaIf you are: 22-40 years old; free from March 13th to April 15th & able to ▶teach ▶take care of children ▶organise international meetings ▶speak Chinese & EnglishPlease contact us by calling 777-458. Please join us and take part in our activities. ·New Delhi, India If you are: 28-35 years old; free from June 7th to July 15th & September 1st to October 8th & able to ▶collect rubbish ▶take care of pets ▶plant trees ▶be a tour guide ▶speak Chinese & English Please contact us:777-459 indiavt@aa.com 1．Volunteers need to work in Hainan for about ________. A．a week B．half a month C．a month D．two months 2．They need someone who can ________ in Hainan. A．teach B．look after the old C．speak Japanese D．organise sports events 3．________ can take part in the volunteer activities in New Delhi. A．Ben, 26, a zookeeper B．Sally, 30, a travel guide C．Mark, 28, a maths teacher D．Peter, 33, who is free in August 4．Which of the following is TRUE? A．You can only send an email to be a volunteer. B．The volunteers will do some cleaning in Hainan. C．The text probably comes from a science magazine. D．The purpose of the text is to look for volunteers. 话题2 肢体语言与人际沟通 Passage 1 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市龙华区外国语学校教育集团·阶段检测） Body language is important in communication. However, the same body language can have very different meanings in different cultures. Here are some examples. In the West, people like to look at each other when they talk. Strong eye contact is very common in Spain, Greece and Arab countries. People from Finland and Japan are embarrassed (尴尬的) when others keep staring (盯着) at them during a talk. They only make eye contact at the start of a discussion. Tapping (轻敲) your nose means “secret” in England. In Italy, the same gesture means “be careful”. Nodding your head usually means “yes”. But in Bulgaria and Greece, nodding up and down means “no”. In many cultures, like Italy and the US, people use their arms freely when talking. They often wave their arms around. Northern Europeans don’t like gesturing with their arms. They think it shows insincerity (不真诚) and is too dramatic. In Japan, gesturing with broad arm movements is thought to be impolite. Sitting cross-legged is common in North America and some European countries. In many countries in Asia and the Middle East, sitting like this is not respectful. 1．In which of the following countries is strong eye contact very common during a talk? A．Japan. B．Spain. C．Finland. D．Bulgaria. 2．When an Italian man taps his nose during a conversation, what may he want to say? A．I agree. B．Be more careful. C．This is dramatic. D．Keep this a secret. 3．Linda was travelling in Greece. She met a local man who could speak English. Linda asked him, “Do you know where Acropolis Museum is?” The man nodded. What did he mean? A．He had heard the question. B．He thought the question was rude. C．He didn’t know where the museum was. D．He knew where the museum was and wanted to tell her. 4．When talking to Northern Europeans, what may using a lot of arm gestures make them think? A．feel very excited B．think you don’t like them C．think you are not sincere D．believe you are very smart 5．What’s the purpose of the article? A．To ask readers to use more body language. B．To show the importance of communication. C．To show that some cultures are better than others. D．To help readers better understand people from other cultures. Passage 2 （25-26八下·广东省广州市白云区平沙培英学校·阶段检测） Sign language is the main way deaf people communicate. Since they can’t hear, it’s not easy for them to talk with others. Luckily, sign language interpreters (传译员) are there to help. Hao Shuxin, 24, sees sign language as her mother language, as her parents are deaf. “I picked up sign language before I could even talk,” she recalled. In 2018, she became a sign language interpreter at a law firm in Chongqing. Her work takes her to different places where she interprets for deaf people. Since sign language has fewer words, Hao often meets difficult terms that have no direct match. In such situations, she carefully interprets for deaf people. There are also grammatical differences between Chinese and sign language. “For example, the words ‘put out a fire’ are signed as ‘a fire put out’ in sign language, as deaf people describe what they see first,” Hao explained. Hao feels stressed at work because accuracy is important in interpretations for law companies. Her stress also comes from the fact that sign language has “dialects”. The same word can be expressed with different hand gestures depending on where a deaf person comes from. Having traveled to over 30 cities in China because of the job, she has learned about the special ways deaf people across the country use sign language. In her spare time, Hao reads many law books and talks with professional lawyers and her deaf coworkers to improve her ability. “My parents are deaf, so I understand the difficulties that deaf people face. I want to do everything I can to help them,” Hao said. 1．Hao is familiar with sign language mainly because ________. A．she can’t hear anything B．she teaches sign language at school C．her parents are deaf D．she loves to take care of people 2．According to the passage, deaf people may say “________”. A．pick up a football B．pick a football up C．a football up pick D．a football pick up 3．Hao uses the following ways to improve her professional ability except (除了) ________. A．reading law books B．talking with lawyers C．traveling around the world D．talking with her deaf coworkers 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Chinese has fewer words than sign language. B．Hao sometimes feels stressed as sign language has “dialects”. C．Hao loves her job because she always feels relaxed at work. D．There is almost no difference between Chinese and sign language. 5．What is Hao like according to the passage? A．Hard-working and kind. B．Quiet and caring. C．Helpful but noisy. D．Lonely and shy. Passage 3 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市沈北新区 ·阶段检测） ① There is nothing worse than being cheated (欺骗). Luckily, body language expert Judi James shares some easy signs to help you find out if someone is telling a lie. ② Pay attention to the long stop before answering. Lying is hard for both the brain and body. When people lie, their brain first comes up with the truth, then they have to hide it and make up a lie. This usually makes them stop longer before speaking. ③ Watch eye movements. Looking up to the left often means recalling real memories, while looking up to the right may mean inventing new ideas. Also, liars (骗子) often feel guilty, so they avoid eye contact, looking down or away. ④ Notice physical stress. When people lie, most get nervous right away. Their mouth goes dry, they sweat more, their heart beats faster, and their breathing becomes short. These changes are easy to see. ⑤ Look out for special body movements. Some people use a “poker face” when lying, showing little movement or eye contact. Others try to hide their face, touching their nose or covering their mouth. Also, stressed liars may comfort themselves by moving side to side, touching their hair, or playing with rings. ⑥ These simple signs can help you find lies in daily life! 1．Why do people have a long stop before telling a lie? A．Because they have much more stress. B．Because they are recalling memory. C．Because they don’t want to say anything. D．Because they are thinking of a lie. 2．What does the underlined word “guilty” probably mean in Paragraph 3? A．exciting B．sorry C．peaceful D．angry 3．What can we learn from the text? A．People look up to their left when they are making up new ideas. B．Liars’ breathing becomes longer and slower when they tell a lie. C．Lying usually makes people answer questions more quickly than usual. D．Some people touch their hair or play with rings when they feel stressed while lying. 4．How is the text organized? (① = Paragraph 1, ② =Paragraph 2, …) A． B． C． D． Passage 4 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市第七中学·阶段检测） Sometimes, using hand gestures can bring more information and be more easily understood than words, especially when you are speaking to someone with no language in common. But the same gesture can mean something quite impolite and offensive (冒犯的) to a person from a different cultural background. "V" Shape In many countries, if you have your index and middle fingers pointed up in the “V” shape, it stands for winning. However, when you make the sign, be sure to have the front of your palm facing outward instead of inward, because showing people the back of your hand is impolite in some countries like the U.K. and Australia. Finger Snap (打响指) Snapping your thumb and middle finger over and over may mean one is trying to remind someone of something forgotten. While in Latin America, snapping them means asking one to hurry up. But one thing you should remember is that, in many cultures, the snapping fingers close to someone’s face is considered to be an impolite gesture. Thumbs up In most parts of the world, the thumbs-up means the same thing. You are basically saying that “Everything is OK.” or showing your agreement. But you’d better not use it in the Middle East or West Africa because it is considered to be highly impolite. 1．Which of the following situations might be the right time for the “V” shape? A．Your friend fails a test. B．You want to ask someone to hurry up. C．You win a speech competition. D．You want to order two drinks in a restaurant. 2．What does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．Thumb and middle finger. B．Thumb and index finger. C．Thumb and pinky. D．Fingers in general. 3．Who is this text most probably written for? A．Scientists studying human body language. B．Travellers or people meeting foreigners. C．Actors who need to use gestures on stage. D．Teachers giving lessons about culture. 4．The writer mentioned so many different hand gestures to ________. A．introduce the history of hand gestures. B．encourage people to use hand gestures more. C．warn people to be careful when using a hand gesture. D．tell the differences between American and Chinese cultures. 话题3 动漫与艺术创作 Passage 1 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市龙岗区·期末） Ne Zha suddenly came into my life. At first, I didn’t even know what it was. But soon, I saw it everywhere—on WeChat, Xiaohongshu and even toys. Many Chinese friends talked about this film excitedly. This made me really curious. Luckily, our school organized a special show for foreign students. I didn’t want to miss the chance. On Saturday, we met at the cinema to watch Ne Zha. The film’s animation (动画) skills surprised us. “The Glass Palace and the underground world show Chinese artists’ creativity,” said one of us. But Ne Zha is not only a cool character. Its story has different meanings for different ages—children love Ne Zha’s magical and funny moves, while young people hope to fight to be themselves like Ne Zha. Adults understand deeper ideas about family love. Ne Zha mixes old Chinese stories with modern technology perfectly. Foreign student Nick said, “It tells us that China can share its rich culture by using new technology.” The movie’s success isn’t just luck—it shows young Chinese people’s pride (自豪) in their culture. Most importantly, Ne Zha isn’t just a film. It teaches us that even someone “different” can be a hero. By using old stories, it helps the world see China’s culture and its people’s big dreams. Like a lighthouse, Ne Zha lights up a new path for stories that bridge the past to the future. 1．How did the writer get the chance to watch the film Ne Zha? A．He knew nothing about it. B．He saw it on WeChat and toys. C．His school held a special show. D．His friends often talked about it. 2．What surprised the foreign students about Ne Zha? A．The animation technology. B．The funny moves. C．The family love D．The people’s pride. 3．What does the underlined phrase “lights up a new path” mean in paragraph 4? A．Makes a fire in the dark. B．Shows a different shape. C．Creates a new way forward. D．Builds a new small road. 4．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explain why Ne Zha is a hero for children. B．To share the cultural and artistic success of Ne Zha. C．To encourage people to watch more animated films. D．To compare Ne Zha with other old Chinese stories. 5．Where can we probably find the passage? A．A comic book. B．A cartoon poster. C．A science book. D．A film magazine. Passage 2 ①Chinese animated film Nobody《浪浪山小妖怪》has become a dark horse sweeping the box office this summer. After 29 days, it had made over 1.4 billion yuan. Many people love it, giving it a high score of 8.6 out of 10 on Douban, a famous review website. ②The story follows a small pig monster who lives in a place called Langlang Mountain. He works hard for the Cave King, but doesn’t know how to please the king and makes him angry. After losing his job, he decides to leave the mountain and teams up with three other small and nameless monsters. Together, they pretend (假装) to be the famous group from Journey to the West and start a dangerous journey to grow and find their true selves. ③The film touches hearts because it shows the hardship of common people. The little monsters face big challenges and laugh at difficulties. Even though they are weak, they fight bravely. Many viewers (观众) say they see themselves in these characters. ④Nobody also stands out for its beautiful art style. Made by Shanghai Animation Film Studio, it uses traditional Chinese painting skills. The soft colors of ink-wash paintings and detailed brushwork create a special, dreamlike world. Scenes like foggy mountains or the fur on the monsters look very real and artistic. The movie shows respect for Chinese culture, too. For example, it references (参考) the classic 1986 TV show Journey to the West and ancient buildings from Shanxi Province. These small details make the story feel both old and new. ⑤Nobody is more than just a movie. It shows that Chinese stories can be told in fresh, exciting ways. As one viewer said, “The real hero is someone who keeps trying, even when things are tough.” This simple but powerful message makes Nobody a must-watch for everyone. 1．What can we know about the box office and Douban score of the animated film Nobody? A．It made over 1.4 billion yuan in the first 29 days and got 8.6 points on Douban. B．It swept the box office and got 10 points on Douban. C．It made 1.4 billion yuan in total and was loved by few people. D．It got a low score on Douban though it was a box-office success. 2．What does the underlined word “hardship” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．happiness B．difficulty C．luck D．wealth 3．What is the main idea of Paragraph 4? A．The film Nobody is made by Shanghai Animation Film Studio. B．The film Nobody has a beautiful art style and shows respect for Chinese culture. C．The ink-wash painting in the film create a dreamlike world. D．The film references the 1986 TV show Journey to the West. 4．Which of the following elements in the film is NOT mentioned as a way to show respect for Chinese culture? A．Traditional Chinese painting skills. B．The classic 1986 TV show Journey to the West. C．Ancient building from Shanxi Province. D．Traditional Chinese folk music. 5．What can we learn from Nobody? A．Only a strong person can be a hero. B．Giving up is the best choice. C．Keeping trying makes a real hero. D．Famous stories are always better. Passage 3 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市第一三四中学·阶段检测） Chinese animation (动画) is becoming more and more popular around the world. In the past, it was less famous than foreign cartoons, but now it is winning people’s hearts with better stories, modern visuals (视觉效果) and rich Chinese cultural themes. A survey by China Youth Daily asked 7,232 university students about their opinions. About 40% said they enjoy watching Chinese animations, while the rest of them preferred to check for new movies every week. Big hits like Ne Zha 2, which earned over 15.2 billion yuan ($2.1 billion) and became among the world’s top 5 films, show this growing success. Most students believe that Chinese animations stand out because they mix traditional culture with modern technology in a creative way. This makes them different from animations made in other countries. About 65% of students even say that the animation quality is now as good as international works, showing how much they have improved. Huang Ziyi, a student from Wuhan University, was amazed by films of Ne Zha. She believes that Chinese animation has a bright future. Unlike English romantic (浪漫的) stories or American superhero stories, China has many untold stories—from history to myths (神话) to modern life. Thanks to better technology and stronger storytelling, Chinese animation has improved greatly. Chinese audience are attracted by these stories everywhere. With its unique charm (独特魅力), Chinese animation is finding its place in the world. 1．Which one is not the reason why Chinese animation is popular now? A．better storytelling B．rich cultural themes C．modern visuals D．young people’s attention 2．According to the survey, how many students check new animation movies weekly? A．About 60% B．About 40% C．About 45% D．About 65% 3．Why does Huang Ziyi think Chinese animation has a bright future? A．Because it is very romantic. B．Because it has many superheroes. C．Because it has many untold stories. D．Because it always tells modern life. 4．What is the main idea of this article? A．To introduce Huang Ziyi’s opinions. B．To show the success of Chinese animation. C．To compare Chinese and foreign animations. D．To explain why young people like animations. Passage 4 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市第七中学·阶段检测） Have you watched the film Ne Zha? It broke box office records in China and people are crazy about its colourful art and exciting story. This success didn’t happen overnight—it’s part of the long journey of Chinese animation. 1920s~1960s: Early Beginning Chinese cartoons began in the 1920s. The first short films were simple. In the 1960s, Havoc in Heaven (《大闹天宫》) became a clPassage 4 assic. It tells the story of the Monkey King and shows China’s special art style. 1970s~1990s: Slow Development For many years Chinese cartoons developed slowly. Although fewer films were made, artists kept practising traditional painting styles and storytelling methods. 2000s~Now: A New Era Everything has changed in the 21st century. With better technology and more creative ideas, Chinese animators started making modern films. Ne Zha is a great example. It mixes ancient Chinese legends (传说) with interesting animation, attracting both the young and the old. Another film, Chang’an, brings Tang dynasty poets to life, showing that history can be fun and educational. From black-and-white images to 3D cartoon animation, Chinese animation has come a long way. It not only provides pleasure for people but also plays a role in showing cultural values and telling traditional stories. These works make the world have a better understanding of China. 1．What was the classic cartoon of the 1960s in China? A．Ne Zha. B．White Snake. C．Havoc in Heaven. D．Chang’an. 2．When did Chinese animators start making modern films? A．In 1920s~1960s. B．In 1950s~1970s. C．In 1970s~1990s. D．In 2000s~Now. 3．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text? A．Ne Zha mixes old legends with interesting animation. B．Chinese cartoons stopped developing between the 1970s and 1990s. C．Children’s love is the main reason for the success of animated films. D．Havoc in Heaven used modern technology to tell the Monkey King’s story. 4．Which part of a magazine is the text probably from? A．Sports News. B．Travel Guide. C．Art and Culture. D．Teen Advice. Passage 5 The Calabash Brothers or the Hulu Brothers is a popular Chinese cartoon series. It was made in the 1980s. Chinese people first saw it on TV in 1986. The cartoon tells an interesting and heart-warming story: There are two demons (恶魔) under the Calabash Mountain. One day, a pangolin (穿山甲) digs a hole in the mountain and the two demons run away. They do many bad things to everyone living nearby. An old man saves the pangolin. It tells the old man that people can only stop the two demons by growing calabashes in seven colors. So the old man works hard to grow them. Later, seven boys grow out of the calabashes. They each have special powers (能力). Then they work together to stop the two demons from doing bad things. At last, they beat the demons and become a mountain to keep the two demons under it. The cartoon was very popular in China at that time. People loved its story. Also, one thing made it even more special—its makers creatively used paper cutting in the cartoon. It was very Chinese. ▲ People of all ages love it. Chinese people also make more stories and movies about the Calabash Brothers. And the cartoon is translated into 7 different languages to bring happiness to people in other countries. 1．When did Chinese people start to see the cartoon on TV? A．In 1980. B．In 1984. C．In 1986. D．In 1989. 2．Which is the correct order of the following things? a. Two demons run away. b. The pangolin digs a hole. c. The old man grows calabashes. d. The calabash brothers turn into a mountain. A．a-b-d-c B．b-a-c-d C．c-b-a-d D．d-b-a-c 3．What can we learn from Paragraph 4? A．News reports on the cartoon. B．A special part of the cartoon. C．The names of the seven brothers. D．An interesting story about the cartoon. 4．Which is the best sentence for “ ▲ ” in the last paragraph? A．The cartoon has a new name. B．The cartoon has different characters. C．Now, the cartoon is still popular. D．Also, the cartoon brings hope to people. 5．What does the passage mainly talk about? A．The history of Chinese cartoons. B．The story of the Calabash Brothers. C．The influence of the Calabash Brothers. D．The introduction of the Calabash Brothers. Passage 6 （25-26八下·广东省广州市越秀区东风实验学校·阶段检测） Art has always been a window into the human soul. It reflects our feelings, stories and dreams. But today, technology is starting to shape that window in ways we never imagined. Since the 1960s, artists have been using computers and screens to explore new forms of creativity. And now, with artificial intelligence (AI), machines are not only tools—they are becoming partners. AI art is born when a human artist trains a computer to recognize a style, mood or concept. The machine studies thousands of images, follows rules and produces something “new”. But is it really creative—or just copying and remixing what it’s been shown? AI is helpful in many ways. It can save time by doing repetitive tasks like colouring or pattern-making. It can restore (修复) damaged works, experiment with different looks, and even copy famous styles from the past. These abilities allow artists to explore more ideas, faster. Still, there’s something machines don’t have—emotion. AI can recognize patterns, but it doesn’t feel love, sadness or joy. Only humans know what it means to create from memory, experience or deep emotion. Only people give art its personal meaning. Therefore, we must ask: Can a machine truly understand beauty the way we do? If an AI paints a perfect sunset, but has never felt warmth or wonder, does it mean anything at all? In the future, art may be shaped by codes and algorithms (算法), but perhaps the true heart of art will always remain human—made not just by data, but by imagination, feeling and dreams. 1．Why might AI art seem “creative” even though it’s not truly new? A．AI can copy and combine many artworks. B．AI has its own ideas and feelings. C．AI gives personal meanings to art. D．AI always makes creative mistakes. 2．How does the writer feel about human emotion in the creative process? A．It is no use because machines can copy emotion. B．It is what makes art truly meaningful and special. C．It is not as important as other technical skills. D．It is something AI will learn to copy perfectly soon. 3．Why does the writer ask “does it mean anything at all” about AI art in paragraph 5? A．To show that AI art is more beautiful. B．To explain how AI learns from data online. C．To describe how AI paints sunsets. D．To question if AI understands real beauty. 4．What can we infer about the writer’s attitude towards AI in art? A．The writer thinks AI art should not be used forever. B．The writer believes AI will replace human artists. C．The writer is curious but careful about AI’s role in art. D．The writer thinks AI can see things that humans can’t. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Machines can now totally understand how humans feel. B．AI will make all human artists lose their jobs in the near future. C．Technology has changed art, but true creativity remains human. D．Art made by AI is way much better than art made by humans. 话题4 传统文化与文化遗产 Passage 1 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市宝安区·期末） More and more traditional cultural elements (元素) are added into street dances, such as Tai Chi, Drunken fist (醉拳) and face-changing. Young Chinese dancers are trying to use some creative ways to tell Chinese stories to the world. Homies, a street dance team from Chengdu, got third place at the VIBE Dance Competition with their performance, “Sword and Qi in Sichuan”. It was the first time for a Chinese team to win a prize in this competition’s 30-year history. “The cheers from the worldwide audience (观众) are lifetime treasures for us, which are more important for us than the prize itself,” said Fang Zhenghua, the director. Mixing modern dances with tradition, young Chinese street dancers are attracting worldwide audiences with their deep love and understanding of traditional culture. As an example, the “Sword and Qi in Sichuan” got inspiration from a Kung Fu video game and a book that Fang loved when he was young. Following the competition, Homies quickly got attention from the media, making their dance well known to the whole world. “Young Chinese dancers are confident and creative. They mix traditional Chinese culture with modern street dance to show their love for our culture. This amazing mix is helping Chinese culture connect with the world in a new and exciting way,” said Cai Shangwei, a Chinese director. 1．Which elements are added to street dances by young dancers? ① Tai Chi ②Drunken fist ③Cantonese Opera④Face-changing A．①②③ B．①②④ C．②③④ D．①③④ 2．Why are Chinese street dancers attractive to the audiences? A．They won third place on the world stage. B．They shared their dances on the social media. C．They made full use of technology in their performances. D．They show their love and understanding of Chinese culture. 3．What does the underlined word “inspiration” mean in paragraph 4? A．creative ideas B．team spirit C．practical skills D．money support 4．According to Cai Shangwei, what helps Chinese culture reach the world? A．Technology and values. B．Experience and skills. C．Confidence and creativity. D．Tradition and responsibility. 5．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．Chinese Culture Shines on World Stage B．Traditional Dance Adds Street Elements C．Modern Elements Attract Great Attention D．Chinese Teach Street Dances in the World Passage 2 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市龙华区·期末） 阅读下列短文，从下面每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 Children felt excited as they watched Wang Chunjing create a lifelike rabbit out of molten maltose (麦芽糖) in minutes at her shop. Wang has been blowing sugar figures, a traditional Chinese folk art, for more than ten years. To make a sugar figure, she begins with heating sugar syrup (糖浆). Then she makes it into a ball with a hollow center. Finally, she molds the sugar ball into different shapes. As a child, Wang fell in love with this art form when she saw her father make a sugar figure. “It was like a magic.” Showing both interest and talent, Wang was able to make easy shapes with sugar syrup by the time she was 6. After graduating from senior high school, her family moved to Harbin for a better life. “My father hoped I’d find a good job, and I tried several in Harbin,” she said. “However,I still dreamed of becoming a figurine maker to create magic like my father.” Because of her efforts, her father finally agreed to take her on as his student. She spent three years learning the skills and then traveled to different provinces to make a living by making sugar figures. “As far as I know, there are fewer than 100 people in China who can make sugar figures, and even fewer are young women inheritors (继承人),” she said. “It is part of my responsibility to make this art famous to people all around.” 1．How many steps are required to make a sugar figure? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2．According to Paragraph 3, what did Wang feel when she saw her father make a sugar figure? A．Bored. B．Amazed. C．Hungry. D．Nervous. 3．What can we learn about Wang Chunjing from Paragraph 4? A．She easily found a good job in Harbin. B．Her father quickly agreed to teach her. C．She wanted to follow her sugar figure dream. D．Learning sugar figures took very little time. 4．What can we know from the last paragraph? A．Wang can hardly make a living by making sugar figures. B．There are many more women inheritors than men inheritors. C．Wang feels very worried because of her poor skills. D．Wang wants to help spread this traditional culture. 5．What would be the best title for this passage? A．Keeping a Sweet Tradition Alive. B．The History of Sugar Art in China. C．How to Make Maltose Candy at Home. D．A Father’s Journey to China. Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东深圳市南山外国语学校（集团）·阶段检测） Drinking warm water, doing taiji.…Many foreigners are trying these Chinese habits and posting their videos on TikTok. It has become a social media trend called “Becoming Chinese”! In one popular video, a man pours hot water with honey while guzheng music plays. He said it helps “restart (重启)the body…getting better one small drink at a time. ” Another user shared her experience at a dim sum (点心)restaurant, calling it “a very Chinese time in my life. ” Chinese culture values living in peace with nature and keeping a balance between yin and yang (阴阳), the Global Times said. These lifestyles can bring calm and order in a fast-changing world. As Western societies face more and more uncertainty (不确定性), people want to find new ways of living. “Many young people abroad have a positive view of China,” CCTV said. This shows China’s growing soft power. It means foreigners are changing their minds: instead of just watching Chinese culture from far away, they are now taking part in it. This trend is a “grassroots (草根的), peer-to-peer (点对点的)cultural exchange”, Qu Qiang from Minzu University of China told China Daily. “Foreign netizens (网民)are taking up small, daily habits that we Chinese people don’t even think of as ‘culture’. ” Chinese products have been important in Western life for many years, from Chinese phones and AI models to toys like Labubu. The trend is a natural result of this influence, US tech magazine Wired said. 1．Why does the writer give two examples in Paragraph 2? A．To show popular videos about food. B．To show the “Becoming Chinese” trend. C．To suggest how to start a TikTok trend. D．To introduce some Chinese users on TikTok. 2．According to Paragraph 3, why do some Westerners try Chinese lifestyles? A．To find calm and peace. B．To get closer to nature. C．To change the world around them. D．To prepare for trips to China. 3．What does this new trend show? A．Chinese people love sharing their culture. B．Internet culture is changing quickly. C．Chinese culture has a growing influence. D．New cultures form as people communicate. 4．What might Wired magazine think of the trend? A．It is risky and crazy. B．It is surprising and funny. C．It is strange and unusual. D．It is expected and normal. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to make popular TikTok videos about Chinese habits. B．The “Becoming Chinese” trend shows China’s rising soft power C．Why Chinese lifestyles are better than Western ones. D．Different ways to learn about Chinese traditional culture. Passage 4 （25-26八下·广东省广州市天河区第八十九中学·阶段检测） Do you enjoy dancing? Many people do. Some of them, however, dance in unusual places. Yang Liu, a 24-year-old woman from Guizhou, dances on a piece of bamboo. Yang is an inheritor of bamboo drifting (独竹漂), an intangible cultural heritage in her hometown. Bamboo drifting has a history of 2,000 years. In the past, people used it to cross the river. Now, it becomes a traditional art. Yang started to learn bamboo drifting at the age of seven. The girl was always ill when she was very young. To have a strong body, her grandmother brought her into the world of bamboo drifting. Learning this traditional skill, in fact, is not easy. The bamboo is thin and slippery (滑). And it is never still because it never completely stops moving in the water. Keeping standing on the bamboo is very difficult. Yang fell into the water and got hurt again and again. But with the help of her family and a love for this “cool skill”, the girl didn’t give up. She always climbed back onto the bamboo. Yang put herself into learning how to do bamboo drifting all year round, even in the cold of winter and the heat of summer. After three years of hard practice, she could finally stand on the bamboo. But Yang didn’t stop there. She had the idea of dancing on the bamboo drifting. She went on practicing many difficult acts on her bamboo and went through all kinds of difficulties along with it. Now, Yang has made a name for herself as a dancer on the bamboo. She is busy performing this traditional art and she has performed in more than 30 cities in 2023. It’s difficult to get the tickets to enjoy her performance. Thanks to the people like her, Chinese traditional skills pass down from our ancestors (祖先). 1．People in the past used bamboo drifting to ________. A．perform to others B．cross the river C．make money D．have fun 2．What does “still” in the third paragraph mean? A．变化的 B．摇晃的 C．静止的 D．危险的 3．Which of the following is not the reason that made Yang successful? A．Her love for this cool skill. B．The help of her family. C．Three years of hard practice. D．The difficulty in learning the dance 4．According to the article, which of the following is true? A．Yang is very popular because of bamboo drifting. B．Yang’s grandmother was strict with Yang. C．It’s not difficult to learn bamboo drifting. D．Yang began to learn bamboo drifting at eight. 5．We may read the passage from ________. A．a history book B．a notebook C．a birthday card D．a newspaper Passage 5 In a sunny workshop in Tengchong, Yunnan, a root carving (根雕) artist Chen Xing works carefully with tools along the natural lines of special roots. He has worked on this art for more than 30 years. He set a Guinness World Record for the largest root carving show, with 3,666 works. He connects natural beauty with Chinese culture and makes the ancient art of root carving better known. Chen’s art shows the idea of “peace between man and nature”. Over the past 20 years, he has built a creation center in Yunnan. He and his team have made nearly 20,000 works. The 3,666 pieces for the record were all chosen and shaped by himself. Many of his works come from traditional Chinese culture, such as Confucius and ancient novels. It took him over ten years to finish 800 arhats (罗汉), each with a different look. What’s more, he created the 108 heroes from Water Margin (《水浒传》). Root carving is an art of subtraction. Artists follow the natural shape of roots and cut off unnecessary parts to show their beauty. Chen respects (尊重) nature and never changes it too much. Chen also teaches the young this traditional skill. He says it needs patience and time to learn well. With his Guinness World Record, Chen helps Chinese root carving become famous around the world. His works keep traditional Chinese culture and natural beauty alive. 1．What made Chen Xing set a Guinness World Record? A．His largest root carving show. B．His nearly 20,000 root carving works. C．His 30 years of hard work on root carving. D．His special tools for making root carvings. 2．How does the writer show Chen’s achievements in Paragraph 2? A．By using famous sayings. B．By listing numbers. C．By making comparisons. D．By giving examples. 3．What does the underlined word “subtraction” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Adding something up. B．Getting something back. C．Taking something away. D．Joining something together. 4．What is the best title (标题) for the text? A．Root Carving: An Art of Subtraction B．Tengchong: A City for Root Carving C．Guinness Record: A Prize for Root Carving D．Chen Xing: A Great Root Carving Artist Passage 6 （25-26八下·广东广州市越秀区育才实验学校·阶段检测） Cantonese Opera, with a history of over 500 years, is one of China’s most important cultural treasures. It started in Guangdong during the Ming Dynasty. It mixes singing, acting, martial arts, and acrobatics into a lively performance art. Known as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2006, it not only shows the local culture of Guangzhou but also connects Cantonese communities around the world. In its early days, Cantonese Opera was performed in the Central Plains dialects (方言).To make it easier for local audiences to understand, artists began using Cantonese in the late Qing Dynasty. During the 1911 Revolution, artists spread patriotic ideas and encouraged people to fight against bad traditions in their shows. After 1949, the Chinese government helped protect this art by building theatres like the Guangdong Cantonese Opera Theatre and training new artists. Cantonese Opera expresses cultural values through its stories and symbolic colors. Famous stories such as The Purple Hairpin teach values like loyalty, family love, and kindness, making it both interesting and educational. Over time, the art has developed unique features. Performers use colorful makeup and costumes—red for loyalty, black for honesty, and white for cleverness—though simpler “red-white face” makeup is more common today. Costumes have changed from Ming Dynasty styles to beautifully embroidered designs, helping actors show different roles through their clothing. Today, Cantonese Opera is still popular not only in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao but also in overseas Chinese communities. It shows the beauty of Chinese traditional art. Through TV and modern stages, this ancient art continues to share Chinese stories and values with young people. 1．What can we learn about Cantonese Opera? A．It has a history of nearly 500 years. B．It only shows the local culture of Guangzhou. C．It mixes different art forms together to create a new form of art. D．It became an international intangible cultural heritage in 2006. 2．Why did artists start using Cantonese instead of the Central Plains dialect? A．To follow the government rules. B．To make the performances simpler. C．To make it much more popular. D．To help audiences understand better. 3．What does the colour red stand for in Cantonese Opera makeup? A．Honesty. B．Cleverness. C．Loyalty. D．Beauty. 4．What is the correct order of the following events about Cantonese Opera? a. Guangdong Cantonese Opera Theater was built. b. It spread patriotic ideas through the show. c. It was performed in the Central Plains dialect. d. It was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. e. It first appeared in Guangdong. A．d-a-c-b-e B．e-b-a-c-d C．e-c-b-a-d D．d-e-c-b-a 5．According to the passage, how does Cantonese Opera stay popular with modern audiences? A．By using more languages such as English. B．By making old costumes with simpler designs. C．By showing the traditions through modern stages. D．By performing only in overseas Chinese communities. 话题5 动物保护与生态平衡 Passage 1 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市南山区·期末） Two summers ago, a whale named Rounder gave birth near the island of Dominica. When the baby was about to be born, eleven other whales from her family swam over to help. They made clicks to communicate with one another. After the baby was born, the whales helped her reach the surface (表面) of the water to breathe by holding her. They stayed with her until she was strong enough to swim by herself. Today, scientists are trying to understand the language of whales. They are using new technology to record and study the sounds that whales make. These sounds may express feelings such as care, pain, or joy. If we can understand them, we may learn more about how whales live and how they feel. A scientist named David Gruber started a program called CETI. His team includes experts in language, biology, and AI. Their work builds on several years of findings in animal communication, not only in whales but across the animal world. They hope to develop a tool to change whale sounds into human words. This work may help us protect animals better. For example, whales use sound to find food and stay in touch with their families. However, noise from ships and machines in the ocean can make life difficult for them. If we can understand what animals are saying, we may be able to make better rules to keep their world safe. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By telling a story. B．By asking a question. C．By listing numbers. D．By showing feelings. 2．What did the whales do after the baby was born? A．They left the baby alone in the sea. B．They helped the baby find seafood. C．They taught the baby to make sounds. D．They helped the baby develop life skills. 3．What can we learn about the program CETI? A．It finds how whales give birth. B．It studies animal communication. C．It endangers the sea environment. D．It is led by scientists from the UK. 4．What can we infer from the underlined sentence? A．Ocean noise has no effect on whales. B．Ships help whales find their way home. C．Human activities harm whales’ daily life. D．Whales enjoy the loud sound in the ocean. 5．What kind of text is this passage? A．A historical story. B．A book review. C．A scientific article. D．A travel guide. Passage 2 Many kinds of animals are in danger now. Here are some examples. Giant pandas live in the forests in China. Outside China, they are only in zoos. They eat almost only one kind of food—bamboo. Keeping a giant panda in the zoo is difficult because it must have bamboo to eat. Asian elephants have much smaller ears than African elephants. They live in the forests. There are only fewer than 3,000 Ceylon elephants (a kind of Asian elephant) in the world now. Tigers belong to the cat family. They get animals like deer for food. Tigers are in danger because people cut down the forests and hunt for them. People hunt them for their beautiful fur. Today there are fewer than 4,000 tigers in the wild. The European otters (水獭) live in Europe. They have soft, brown fur. They are about 75 cm long. Their tails are half as long as their bodies. They have small and round ears. Today people still hunt the poor animals for their fur. 1．If you want to visit a giant panda in America, where should you go? A．To the zoos. B．To the forests. C．To the parks. D．To the mountains. 2．Why do tigers become fewer and fewer? A．Because they don’t have enough food to eat. B．Because the weather is not as good as before. C．Because they can’t have babies in the zoo. D．Because people destroy their living places and hunt them for their fur. 3．Which of the following is TRUE? A．It’s easy to keep giant pandas in the zoo. B．Tigers can hunt big animals like lions for food. C．An African elephant’s ears are much bigger than an Asian elephant’s. D．The European otter has small and long ears. 4．What can we know from the material? A．People begin to protect the European otters. B．The number of the European otters is becoming smaller and smaller. C．All the animals in danger need to live in zoos. D．People begin to plant trees, so the tigers will have enough places to live. 5．What’s the best title for the material? A．Animals in danger B．Animals around the world C．Large animals D．People and animals Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市光明区高级中学·阶段检测） I stood on the wide grassland of Kazakhstan. My heart raced as we prepared to open the transport crate. Inside were seven Przewalski’s horses. They were the last truly wild horses in the world, and we were about to bring them home. My journey with these horses began years ago in a zoo. I remember looking into the eyes of a Przewalski’s horse named Hope. Her ancestors once ran freely across the land of Asia. But by the mid-20th century, hunting had nearly made them die out, only about 30 remained in zoos. Many believed they were already a memory of the past. But we didn’t give up. An international team of scientists started a breeding program. We kept a detailed “family book” for every horse to ensure healthy future generations. Hope was one of the first healthy horses born under this program. The real challenge was returning them to the wild. We chose the Golden Steppe in Kazakhstan similar to their ancient home. But getting them there was a difficult task. The journey took over 20 hours by air and road. We had to carefully use sedatives. Too much, they might not wake up properly; too little, they could panic and hurt themselves. I stayed by Hope’s crate the whole flight, speaking softly to her. Now, the moment had come. As the crate door was lowered, Hope took a careful step forward, then she suddenly ran across the land she had never seen but somehow knew. As the second and third horses ran into the steppe, they turned back and looked at us as if to say, “Thank you.” Tears filled my eyes. We had not just saved a species. We had given a lost king of the grassland its crown back. 1．The author is probably a member of   . A．a local travel company B．a horse riding club C．a protection program D．a film group 2．What was the main purpose of the “family book”? A．To record the numbers of horses. B．To ensure baby horses’ health. C．To choose the best living places. D．To give each horse a special name. 3．The underlined word “sedatives” refers to . A．special foods for long journeys B．medicines to keep calm C．tools to listen to heart beats D．unique doors in the crate 4．From the last paragraph, what we did for the horses led to . A．making them famous again B．returning their natural home C．building a protected area D．getting back their health 5．What would be the best title for the passage? A．A Future Program B．An Unexpected Choice C．The First Wild Horse D．The Long Journey Home Passage 4 Scientists in Australia have used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help them save an endangered tiny bird called the Plains - wanderer, which lives in Australia’s grasslands, not just any grasslands. Plains - wanderers are picky. There can’t be too much grass or too little. For this reason, scientists sometimes call them the “Goldilocks” of animals. The birds were common in eastern Australia. But that’s changed, as grasslands have been turned into farms and cities. As a result, the birds’ number has fallen by over 85% in recent years. Scientists believe there are now only 250 to 1,000 of the birds left in the wild. Zoos Victoria, an organization that aims to save the bird, says, “There is no bird like it in the world.” The strange little birds are only about six inches tall. They’re not good at flying, so they spend most of their time on the ground. When they are afraid, they try to sit to hide themselves. One more thing that makes Plains - wanderers unusual is that the females are larger, and are in charge of protecting their home. The male birds are smaller and take care of the eggs. To protect these birds, scientists first had to learn where they were. So Zoos Victoria worked with Queensland University of Technology on a plan to look for the birds. Since Plains - wanderers are hard to find, the team chose to “listen” for the birds instead. Female Plains-wanderers make an unusual “Ooom” call, and this was the key to finding them. Thirty-five special recording machines called “song meters” were set up to record all the sounds made in nine different areas where Plains-wanderers could possibly have been. The song meters collected tens of hours of recordings and then the data was processed by an AI system. Happily, the AI system discovered Plains-wanderer calls coming from two of the places. Chris Hartnett, who works with Zoos Victoria, said it was like “finding gold”. It’s the first time in over 30 years that the Plains-wanderer has been found in the west of Melbourne. The new information will help scientists protect the birds. And the researchers are still “listening” — using song meters and AI to try to find more of these Goldilocks birds. 1．Why are the Plains-wanderers sometimes considered as “Goldilocks” by the scientist? A．Because they almost disappear. B．Because they require a special living environment. C．Because there is no enough grassland for them to live in. D．Because they are tiny Australian birds with gold feathers. 2．What can we learn about the Plains-wanderers from the passage? A．The Plains-wanderers are too short to run on the ground. B．The number of the Plains-wanderers has increased in these years. C．The Plains-wanderers are able to hide themselves to the forest when they are in fear. D．The female Plains-wanderers are used to taking more responsibilities to guard their nest. 3．How did the scientists find the Plains-wanderers in the wild? A．They used an AI system to learn the birds’ footprints. B．They set up several machines to locate the birds’ calls. C．They visited a university to look up information of the birds. D．They designed a plan to look for the birds’ sounds with zoo - keepers. 4．Where can we probably find this passage? A．A comic strip. B．A science fiction. C．A nature report. D．A fashion magazine. 话题6 太空探索与航天科技 Passage 1 Waving her 5-year-old daughter goodbye, Wang Yaping, together with Zhai Zhigang and Ye Guangfu, went into space aboard the Shenzhou XIII on October 16. The 41-year-old Wang became the first female astronaut to enter Tiangong space station. During their six-month stay, Wang, along with Zhai and Ye, did experiments and set up robotic arms. Wang also did the first spacewalk as a Chinese woman, reported Xinhua. Wang’s space dream started in 2003, when China sent its first astronaut Yang Liwei into space. After flying for 1,600 hours over nine years safely, Wang became an astronaut in 2010. She pushed herself hard, getting the same training as men. “The space environment won’t change because you are a woman.” she told Xinhua. The hardest part is the high-G training. Sitting in a spinning (旋转的) machine, Wang would become blind for a while because her brain was short of blood. “There’s a red button,” said Wang. “If you can’t go on, you can press it to stop.” But Wang never used it. “There is no such red button in my heart.” That strong spirit finally led to realizing her dream in 2013. She joined the team for the Shenzhou X mission. Wang said that as astronauts, women have their own advantages. “Women seem to be more patient and can better deal with loneliness. Women’s hearts are also easier to get used to the weightless environment, making them more suitable for long-term missions.” Old NASA astronaut Catherine Coleman sent a greeting to Wang before the Shenzhou XIII trip. Coleman said, “When you look out the window and see the stars and the Earth, billions of women will be looking out that window with you.” Wang carries the spirit of every young woman who dreams of something big. 1．What does Wang’s words mean in Paragraph 2? A．The space environment is not easy to change. B．Both male and female astronauts can go to space. C．It’s harder for a woman to live in space than a man. D．Men and women will face the same difficulties in space. 2．Why didn’t Wang press the red button? A．Because it was dangerous. B．Because she became blind. C．Because she wanted to try her best. D．Because her brain was short of blood. 3．Which of the following best describes Wang Yaping according to the passage? A．Clever. B．Hard-working. C．Friendly. D．Warm-hearted. 4．What’s the purpose of the last paragraph? A．To praise Wang for setting an example for women. B．To show how lucky Wang is to see the planet we live on. C．To suggest Wang will invite other women to be with her. D．To tell that Wang helps many women realize their dreams. 5．What advantage do women have in long-term space missions? A．They have stronger bodies. B．They are less patient. C．They get used to weightlessness more easily. D．They need less training. Passage 2 （25-26八下·广东深圳外国语学校·阶段检测） Being an astronaut sounds cool, as they can float in zero gravity (重力) and do amazing things in space. However, the weightless environment also brings a lot of trouble. Sadly, astronauts cannot even cry properly to show their feelings. Although astronauts can produce tears, crying is much more difficult in space. Without gravity, tears do not flow down from the eyes as they do on Earth. Instead, they just stick to the eyes. In 2011, astronaut Andrew Feustel had such an experience during a spacewalk. He said his tears just stayed in his eyes and would not fall off. Tears stuck in the eyes not only make vision unclear but also cause physical pain. On Earth, tears usually comfort the eyes, but in the dry space environment, sudden wetness from tears brings pain instead of comfort. Feustel even said his right eye hurt badly. To solve this problem, astronauts can wipe tears against their helmets. They can also wait until the tears grow big enough to break free and float around. In fact, many simple daily activities become hard in space. Astronauts cannot talk directly, eat or drink in normal ways. They cannot even burp (打嗝), because there is no gravity to keep food in their stomach. According to the UK National Space Center, burping in space may even lead to vomiting (呕吐). We often take these small daily things for granted on Earth, but they become big problems in space. After experiencing all these difficulties, only space explorers can truly understand the importance of gravity and sincerely say, “Gravity, you’re the best.” 1．Why is it difficult for astronauts to cry in space? A．Because they cannot produce tears at all. B．Because tears don’t drop from their eyes. C．Because tears flow downward too quickly. D．Because the space environment stops sadness. 2．How do astronauts possibly deal with the tears? A．They wait for them to dry out. B．They use a towel to wipe them off. C．They rub their eyes against their helmet. D．They shut and open their eyes to make them fall. 3．Why is burping mentioned in paragraph 4? A．To explain how astronauts eat and drink in space. B．To prove that vomiting is common in space travel. C．To show that astronauts have fun activities in space. D．To give an example of a difficult daily activity in space. 4．What can we infer from the last paragraph about space explorers? A．They regret staying in space for too long. B．They prefer space because of zero gravity. C．They think life in space is more dangerous. D．They value gravity more than ordinary people. 5．Where does the passage probably come from? A．A science magazine. B．A research paper. C．A science fiction novel. D．A travel guidebook. Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市罗湖区·阶段检测） On April 6, 2025, four astronauts took a historic photo inside the Orion spacecraft. This was not just a photo—it marked the start of NASA’s Artemis II mission, the first manned (载人的) flight to circle the moon in over 50 years. The crew included three NASA astronauts and one Canadian astronaut. Their 10-day journey aimed to test the Orion spacecraft’s life-support systems and practice moves needed for future moon landings. These tasks are important for preparing humans for deep space travel. Artemis II is NASA’s first manned mission under the Artemis program. It follows the unmanned Artemis I mission in November 2022. While Artemis II will only circle the moon in 2027, Artemis IV plans an actual moon landing in 2028. The program has bigger goals than the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin first walked on the moon. NASA now hopes to create a long-term human stay on the moon. Resources found there could even help humans travel to Mars and beyond. The new space race is heating up. China plans to land astronauts by 2030, and India successfully landed a spacecraft in August 2023. Private companies like SpaceX are also joining the competition. The moon is becoming a busy destination once again. 1．What did the April 6 photo show? A．The first human walking on the moon. B．The start of a new moon mission. C．The landing of a spacecraft on the moon. D．The return of astronauts from deep space. 2．How long will the Artemis II journey last? A．About 8 days. B．About 10 days. C．About 30 days. D．About 50 years. 3．What is the main purpose of the Artemis II mission? A．To land on the moon and collect rocks directly. B．To test systems and prepare for future landings. C．To build a space station on the moon soon. D．To travel directly to Mars from the Earth. 4．What makes the Artemis program different from Apollo 11? A．It uses newer spacecraft and technology. B．It includes astronauts from more than one country. C．It aims for long-term human stay on the moon. D．It plans to land on Mars first. 5．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Only the US is interested in the moon. B．China has already landed astronauts on the moon. C．India was the first country to land on the moon. D．More countries are joining the new space race. 话题7：科幻想象与未知世界 Passage 1 Me: Hello, Television Viewers! I am Aziza Bellamy, and thanks for watching. I want to especially thank you, Ms. Bertha, for agreeing to this interview on live television. It’s a pleasure to meet you, the first-known trans-galactic visitor to Earth. Now, I understand that you are from a planet called Zadernol? Bertha: Just call me Miss Bertha or Bertha, please, but not “Ms. ” Me: Okay, sorry about that. So, you’ve been on Earth for about a week now. What have been your biggest disappointments or challenges so far? Bertha: It’s not the worst planet I’ve ever been to. Mercury was much worse. The aliens— oops, I mean humans, have been unkind, overall. The family I’m staying with, for example, were nice at first. But now they roll their eyes whenever I open my mouth to say anything. They’re not interested in any of my stories. And I think they may be trying to avoid me. Worst of all, they make me wash my own dishes and bathe myself. They’re so rude. Me: Oh, um. . . wow. That’s just. . . Bertha: I am used to having high standards when I choose where to stay, by the way. I have stayed with royalty and presidents on other planets. And they all adored (崇拜) me and begged me not to leave. But I gave this human family a chance to host me. I mean, really, they should be grateful that I selected them, of all the people on Earth, to wash my clothes and cook my meals and entertain (款待) me. Me: Well, what you’re saying is surprising, Bertha. Do you think it’s possible that this family just wants you to pitch in a little, to be a good guest? Bertha: It’s odd to me that you’re not agreeing with me. If you were smarter, you’d agree with me. That’s another thing. Everyone on Zadernol is smarter than the smartest person on Earth. Earth is below me. Me: You know what. Bertha? I’m starting to see why you’re so unhappy here on Earth. You’re just a boastful (自夸的), spoiled alien. 1．Who is hosting the interview? A．Aziza Bellamy. B．Bertha. C．A trans-galactic visitor. D．A president. 2．Which of the following sentences from the passage is an opinion? A．Well, what you’re saying is surprising, Bertha. B．So, you’ve been on Earth for about a week now. C．I have stayed with royalty and presidents on other planets. D．But now they roll their eyes whenever I open my mouth to say anything. 3．From the passage, we know that Aziza is ________. A．proud of Bertha B．interested in Zademol C．dissatisfied with Bertha D．scared of Bertha’s words 4．What might Aziza write in his diary about the interview? A．Talking to Bertha was great fun. I now know much about Zademol. B．We should try to improve our earth as Berthas hometown is much better. C．The interview was interesting. But I dislike the family Bertha is staying with. D．It was an unusual interview, and an unexpected experience as well. 5．We can learn from the passage that ________. A．being boastful will win us few friends B．there are many good reasons to be boastful C．people who boast a lot are better than others D．boasting a lot is a good way to get people to like us Passage 2 Technology has the power to do many things, including changing the world we live in and the way we live. We are lucky to live in a time when science and technology can help us make our lives easier and rethink the ways to improve our daily lives. Robots in space and in the workplace Some countries are sending robots of different shapes and sizes into space. As technology progresses, this makes sense. Robots don’t need to worry about oxygen to breathe or food to eat and they can be packed full of sensors (传感器) to send data back to the Earth. Robots can take on the more difficult, dangerous and boring jobs. They can also operate more quickly, efficiently and with fewer mistakes too. Smart mirrors that check your health A quick look in the mirror each morning gives you an idea on how you’re feeling and looking to the outside world. In the future the smart mirrors could check you and tell you about health problems. And they can show the information to you on the mirror at once. It might help you prepare. Roads over rivers Space is running out quickly, especially in crowded city spaces. This way shows a future. Roads and living spaces will move out over the waters. When self-driving cars do all the work and are fast enough, journeys across the oceans this way might come to our life. Lab-grown meat Lab-grown meat is a real thing that’s already being worked on. If scientists can grow meat in the lab, it will change the way we live and eat forever. This change can not only ________ the damage meat farming does to the world, but also offer meat that many people could enjoy. 1．What do we know from the sentence “Robots don’t need to worry about oxygen to breathe or food to eat and they can be packed full of sensors to send data back to the Earth.”? A．Robots can be sent to any place in space. B．Robots can deal with all the problems in space. C．Robots have more advantages than humans in space. D．Robots have different shapes, sizes and colors. 2．What role will the smart mirror play? A． B． C． D． 3．Where will the self-driving cars run in the future? A．On the roads over the waters. B．On the roads under the waters. C．On the surface of the ocean. D．On the roads across mountains. 4．Which phrase can we use to fill in the “________” of the last paragraph? A．write down B．fall down C．put down D．cut down 5．What’s the main idea of the whole passage? A．New places to live in the future. B．Technology that will change our life. C．New technology to keep us healthy. D．Ways to help us live comfortably. 话题8 时文阅读 Passage 1 In recent years, Pop Mart has become a well-known cultural thing, winning the love of young fans around the world. It’s more than just a normal toy store. It creates a magical world full of cute and creative characters that attract people with their charm. The most interesting part of Pop Mart is its blind boxes, which hold the excitement of not knowing what’s inside. When you buy a blind box, you’re full of a feeling of mystery, because you won’t know which character is inside until you open it. Usually, one series has 12 different characters and some are easier to get while others are not. There’s a special “hidden” character that’s very hard to find. This makes collecting them an exciting challenge. Many collectors really want to get the whole collection, especially those hard-to-find hidden characters. In 2023, Pop Mart sold over 10 million blind boxes just in China, showing how popular this idea is. The characters of Pop Mart are designed carefully. Designers get ideas from many things, like old fairy tales, history, and modern art. Take the famous Molly series as an example. Designed by a Hong Kong artist. Molly has big round eyes and a special hairstyle. Each Molly figure wears different clothes and has different themes, like space adventures, animals, and festivals. These beautifully made figures are so lovely that people like them as soon as they see them. Pop Mart has opened stores in many big cities around the world. These stores don’t only sell things. They also work as places where fans can get together. Here, people who love Pop Mart can meet, share stories about their collections, and trade figures. Pop Mart organizes a lot of events, such as fan meetings, design competitions. Through these activities, fans can feel closer to their favorite characters and become part of the Pop Mart community. 1．What makes Pop Mart different from a normal toy store? A．It only sells toys for young people. B．It creates a magical world with cute characters. C．It has the most expensive toys. D．It only sells toys online. 2．Why are blind boxes of Pop Mart so exciting? A．Because they are very cheap. B．Because you can see what’s inside before buying. C．Because you don’t know which character is inside until you open them. D．Because there is only one kind of character in each series. 3．How many different characters are there usually in one series of Pop Mart blind boxes? A．8. B．10. C．12. D．14. 4．What can we know about the Molly series? A．It is designed by a mainland Chinese artist. B．Molly figures all wear the same clothes. C．The ideas of Molly come from old fairy tales only. D．Molly has big round eyes and a special hairstyle. 5．What can fans do in Pop Mart stores? ① Sell things they don’t need.            ②Share stories about their collections. ③Trade figures with others.                ④Take part in design competitions. A．①②③ B．①②④ C．①③④ D．②③④ Passage 2 Do you know what OpenClaw users call themselves? They say they are “raising a lobster”! Of course, they don’t mean a real lobster in the ocean. Instead, “lobster” is a cute nickname for the OpenClaw AI helper, whose logo is a red lobster. So “raising a lobster” actually means using and training your own OpenClaw. OpenClaw is an open-source (开放源代码的) AI helper created by Austrian programmer Peter Steinberger. It runs on your own device, so your data (数据) stays private. And what is the best part? This “lobster” never needs food, water, or a tank (缸)! Why is this fun? Because just like raising a real pet, using OpenClaw takes a little time and care. You teach it what you need, like checking airlines, sending messages on WeChat or QQ, or helping with homework. Over time, your OpenClaw gets better at understanding you. Users share funny stories online about their “lobsters” learning new tricks or making small mistakes. It has become a fun joke in the OpenClaw community. The OpenClaw community enjoys sharing “lobster stories” on social media. One user joked that their lobster once booked a plane to the wrong city. Another said their lobster learned to send morning greetings automatically (自动地). These little moments make the experience enjoyable and personal. So if you ever hear someone say, “I’m raising a lobster,” don’t look for a fish tank. They’re just having fun with their OpenClaw AI helper! 1．What does the word “nickname” in paragraph 1 most likely mean? A．A real name. B．A funny name. C．A kind of lobster. D．A computer program. 2．Why do users say “raising a lobster” is fun? A．Because lobsters are cute animals. B．Because OpenClaw can swim fast. C．Because it feels like raising a pet. D．Because it costs a lot of money. 3．What can we learn about the OpenClaw community from the passage? A．They don’t like sharing stories. B．They have a good sense of humor. C．They prefer real lobsters. D．They never make mistakes. 4．Which of the following is NOT true about OpenClaw in the passage? A．The users’ data is open-source. B．It can be taught to send morning greetings by itself. C．It doesn’t need food and water to work. D．It can help with checking flights. 5．What is the best title for this passage? A．How to Raise a Pet Lobster at Home B．OpenClaw and its Austrian Programmer C．Why OpenClaw Is Fun D．OpenClaw: An AI Helper Passage 3 China’s tourism market is set to grow this spring since several provinces are giving primary and secondary school students “spring breaks (春假).” This idea was also discussed at the annual Two Sessions (两会). The government supports these breaks to help families travel during off-peak times and to boost consumption (促进消费). Many cities have already announced their plans. For example, from April 1 to April 3, students in Chengdu will have a three-day spring break. This break can become a six-day holiday if combined with the Tomb Sweeping Day holiday. Other cities, like Nanjing and Suzhou, have similar schedules. Travel companies said the tourism market is likely to see notable growth this spring. According to LY.com, flight searches and bookings for late March and early April have doubled from the week before. Popular places for family trips include Sanya for its beaches, Kunming for its nice weather, and Guangzhou for its famous food. Some families also plan to visit Hong Kong, Macao, or even Bangkok and Singapore. Experts believe this policy (政策) is good for both families and the economy. Qi Chunguang from Tuniu said that spring breaks encourage family outings and educational tours. He added that if the break is in late April, it can even be combined with the May Day holiday for a longer trip. Lu Ming, a government adviser, thinks the policy should be expanded nationwide. He said it helps students reduce stress and gives parents a chance to travel with their children. He also suggests that companies should support this by offering paid leave to parents. This would allow families to fully enjoy their time together and gain a stronger sense of satisfaction and happiness. 1．According to the article, when is the spring break in Chengdu? A．From late March to early April. B．From April 1 to April 3. C．From April 4 to April 6. D．During the May Day holiday. 2．Which of the following is NOT an advantage of the spring break policy? A．It can help reduce students’ study pressure. B．It gives parents a chance for family trips. C．It increases the cost of flight tickets. D．It helps develop tourism and consumption. 3．The underlined word “notable” is closest in meaning to ____________. A．great B．possible C．general D．slow 4．Why does the writer mention the cities such as Sanya in paragraph 3? A．To show where the most popular travel destinations are. B．To explain why air tickets are more expensive. C．To suggest that people only like beach holidays. D．To prove that most people travel abroad. 5．What is Lu Ming’s attitude towards the spring break policy? A．Uninterested. B．Doubtful. C．Critical. D．Supportive. Passage 4 Zhang Xue is a famous Chinese businessman and motorcycle racer (摩托车赛车手). He was born in a small village in Hunan in 1987. His story is very inspiring for young people. He left school at 14 and worked as an apprentice (学徒) in a repair shop. His hands were often dirty with oil, but he had a big dream of making the best Chinese motorcycle. In 2006, when he was 19, he did something amazing to get noticed: He rode his old motorcycle for 100 kilometers in the heavy rain just to follow a TV reporter. He wanted a chance to show his skills. His hard work paid off, and he became a professional racer. However, he soon realized that he could not always ride the fastest bikes because they were all made by foreign brands. So, he made a brave decision: “If I can not ride the fastest bike, I will build one.” In 2024, he started his own company, “Zhang Xue Motor,” in Chongqing. He kept his mind on developing powerful engines by himself. In March 2026, his dream came true. A French rider won the World Superbike Championship in Portugal on a Zhang Xue motorcycle. This was the first time a Chinese brand won this top race, breaking the long history of European and Japanese brands winning. Zhang Xue did not give up even when people laughed at him. He proved that with love and hard work, an ordinary person can stand on top of the world. He refused to just copy others and chose to create his own path. His story tells us that we should follow our hearts and never stop trying, no matter how hard the road is. 根据短文内容，选择最佳答案。 1．What was Zhang Xue’s big dream when he was young? A．To win a world championship in Portugal. B．To make the best Chinese motorcycle. C．To open a big repair shop in Hunan. D．To become a famous TV reporter. 2．What does the underlined phrase paid off in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．failed completely B．caused problems C．brought good results D．cost a lot of money 3．Why did Zhang Xue decide to build his own motorcycle? A．Because he wanted to copy the designs of others’. B．Because he was tired of working as an apprentice. C．Because he would like to make much more money. D．Because he himself wanted to build the fastest motorcycle. 4．What is the correct order of the following events in Zhang Xue’s life? ①He started his own company in Chongqing. ②He rode 100 km in the rain to follow a TV reporter. ③He left school and worked as an apprentice in a repair shop. ④His motorcycle won the World Superbike Championship in Portugal. A．③②①④ B．③①②④ C．②③①④ D．②①③④ 5．Which is the best title (标题) for the passage? A．How to Become a Racer B．The History of Motorcycles C．Zhang Xue and his Dream D．Ways to Make Motorcycles Passage 5 On April 13, 2026, Chinese picture book artist Cai Gao won the 2026 HCAA for Illustration (Hans Christian Andersen Award for Illustration) (国际安徒生插画奖). She became the first Chinese illustrator (插画师) to get this great honor. The award is known as the “Nobel Prize for Children’s Literature (文学)”. It is a lifetime achievement award, which means a person can win it only once. Who is Cai Gao? She was born in Changsha, Hunan, in 1946. She first worked as a village teacher. At the age of 36, she became an editor (编辑) at a children’s publishing house. She never studied in a professional art school, but she kept drawing. So far, she has created over 20 popular works, including The Land of Peach Blossom and Bao’er, which are loved at home and abroad. Cai Gao’s art is deeply connected with traditional Chinese culture. She uses watercolor painting and gets ideas from folk stories. Her works are full of bright colors and lively country life scenes. Her most famous book is The Land of Peach Blossom. It shows a beautiful and quiet village. When you look at her pictures, you can almost feel the warm sunshine and the quiet beauty of nature. Readers spoke highly of Cai Gao. They think the way she looks at the world is very beautiful and her works will help more children around the world learn about China. Cai Gao’s win is not only a personal success but also a great moment for Chinese picture books. As for her future plans, she said, “I will keep creating stories that warm young hearts.” 1．What award did Cai Gao win in 2026? A．China Fine Art Award. B．HCAA for Illustration. C．Nobel Prize in Physics. D．Mao Dun Literature Prize. 2．How old was Cai Gao when she won the award? A．36. B．47. C．56. D．80. 3．Which picture is probably Cai Gao’s work? A． B． C． D． 4．What does the text tell us about Cai Gao’s win? A．It shows Chinese art can touch the world. B．It shows Cai Gao’s win is just a personal success. C．It shows that Chinese culture is mostly popular at home. D．It shows that Cai Gao’s win is common for Chinese picture books. 5．In which part of a newspaper can you read the text? A．Health. B．Sports. C．Travel. D．People. 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题05 阅读理解常考话题 话题 1：志愿服务与社会责任（5 篇） Passage1：1.D 2.B 3.C 4.A 5.B Passage2：1.B 2.A 3.C 4.D Passage3：1.B 2.B 3.D 4.D 5.A Passage4：1.C 2.D 3.B 4.D Passage5：1.C 2.A 3.B 4.D 话题 2：肢体语言与人际沟通（4 篇） Passage1：1.B 2.B 3.C 4.C 5.D Passage2：1.C 2.D 3.C 4.B 5.A Passage3：1.D 2.B 3.D 4.C Passage4：1.C 2.A 3.B 4.C 话题 3：动漫与艺术创作（6 篇） Passage1：1.C 2.A 3.C 4.B 5.D Passage2：1.A 2.B 3.B 4.D 5.C Passage3：1.D 2.A 3.C 4.B Passage4：1.C 2.D 3.A 4.C Passage5：1.C 2.B 3.B 4.C 5.D Passage6：1.A 2.B 3.D 4.C 5.C 话题 4 传统文化与文化遗产（6 篇） Passage1：1.B 2.D 3.A 4.C 5.A Passage2：1.C 2.B 3.C 4.D 5.A Passage3：1.B 2.A 3.C 4.D 5.B Passage4：1.B 2.C 3.D 4.A 5.D Passage5：1.A 2.B 3.C 4.D Passage6：1.C 2.D 3.C 4.C 5.C 话题 5 动物保护与生态平衡（4 篇） Passage1：1.A 2.D 3.B 4.C 5.C Passage2：1.A 2.D 3.C 4.B 5.A Passage3：1.C 2.B 3.B 4.B 5.D Passage4：1.B 2.D 3.B 4.C 话题 6 太空探索与航天科技（3 篇） Passage1：1.D 2.C 3.B 4.A 5.C Passage2：1.B 2.C 3.D 4.D 5.A Passage3：1.B 2.B 3.B 4.C 5.D 话题 7：科幻想象与未知世界（2 篇） Passage1：1.A 2.A 3.C 4.D 5.A Passage2：1.C 2.B 3.A 4.D 5.B 话题 8 时文阅读（5 篇） Passage1：1.B 2.C 3.C 4.D 5.D Passage2：1.B 2.C 3.B 4.A 5.D Passage3：1.B 2.C 3.A 4.A 5.D Passage4：1.B 2.C 3.D 4.A 5.C Passage5：1.B 2.D 3.C 4.A 5.D 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题05 阅读理解常考话题 话题1：志愿服务与社会责任 话题2 肢体语言与人际沟通 话题3 动漫与艺术创作 话题4 传统文化与文化遗产 话题5 动物保护与生态平衡 话题6 太空探索与航天科技 话题7：科幻想象与未知世界 话题8 时文阅读 话题1：志愿服务与社会责任 Passage 1 （25-26八下·广东省宝安第一外国语学校初中部·阶段检测） Each September, as a new school year begins, students in blue vests(背心) gather in the canteen of Shaoxing University in Shaoxing, Zhejiang. Standing behind tables, they invite freshmen to join a volunteer tutoring(辅导) program. The program provides free academic (学术的) support for children from poor families, particularly those with disabilities. The tutoring program has a history of nearly 30 years. It was launched by students in the hope of giving back to society through knowledge. So far, it has contributed a total of 27,000 service hours, helping over 200 families and tutoring more than 700 children. Yang Xi is one of the volunteers. “I feel a deep sense of achievement because I can put what I’ve learned into practice in real-life situations,” she said. Yang studies English education at university. She uses creative teaching methods to help those kids. For example, one student has a great love for painting, so she creates special cards to make English words easier to remember. What’s more, whenever her students answer correctly, she praises them sincerely. The program not only helps children improve their studies, but also cares for their mental health. While tutoring, volunteers write down important moments. At the end of each term, these notes are collected and turned into special gifts for the children. Yang finds these notes meaningful because they record how she and her students have been growing together. “Watching you overcome difficulties has been a valuable lesson for me,” Yang Xi wrote in a note to her students. Through this program, university students like Yang Xi share their knowledge while also spreading warmth and hope. It is a beautiful cycle of learning and caring. 1．What does the underlined word “they” in paragraph 1 refer to? A．The freshmen in the university. B．The children from poor families. C．The retired teachers in the university. D．The students in blue vests from the program. 2．Which of the following is TRUE about the tutoring program? A．It was set up less than 10 years ago. B．It gives free academic support to kids in need. C．It only helps children with their physical health. D．It has helped more than 1,000 disabled families. 3．What do we know about Yang Xi? A．She is good at painting. B．She teaches English in a primary school. C．She uses creative ways to teach students. D．She thinks tutoring is a waste of time. 4．What does the fourth paragraph mainly tell us? A．How volunteers offer mental support. B．When volunteers meet the children. C．Why the program needs more volunteers. D．What the children learn from the volunteers. 5．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explore the meaning of volunteering. B．To introduce a volunteer tutoring program. C．To call on students to attend Shaoxing University. D．To share ways to help those students in need. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．B 【导语】本文介绍了绍兴大学一项有近30年历史的志愿者辅导项目，该项目为贫困及残疾儿童提供免费学业辅导与心理健康支持，并以志愿者杨溪为例，展现了项目的运作模式与意义。 【详解】1．根据第一段中“students in blue vests... gather in the canteen... Standing behind tables, they invite freshmen...”可知，这里的“they”指代前文提到的“students in blue vests”。 1．根据第一段最后一句“The program provides free academic support for children from poor families, particularly those with disabilities”可知，原文明确说明项目为有需要的孩子提供免费学术支持。 2．根据第三段“She uses creative teaching methods to help those kids”可知，杨溪使用创新教学方法辅导学生。 3．根据第四段“The program not only helps children improve their studies, but also cares for their mental health”可知，第四段主要讲志愿者如何通过记录成长提供心理支持。 4．全文围绕“志愿者辅导项目”展开，介绍其背景、历史、服务内容、志愿者案例，因此文章的核心写作目的是介绍这个志愿者辅导项目。 Passage 2 （24-25八下·广东省广州市白云区·期末） I joined a club called “Passing Help” last month. As for why I joined this club, there is a touching story behind it. One evening this May, I went to the countryside on business. My old car broke down suddenly on my way home. It was 25 miles away from my house. I wanted to get a ride, but there was no car passing by. It was also hard to take a taxi in such a lonely place. So I decided to take a bus home. I walked forward and soon found a bus stop nearby. After a while, a bus came, but it did not go to my town. The bus driver was a young woman. She told me which bus I should take. I waited there for about thirty minutes. During that time, a truck passed by, but there was no space for me to take a ride. Just then a car came to me and a woman came out of the car. She was just the bus driver. “When I reached the bus station, I found that the bus to your town couldn’t come, so I returned here to pick you up. I just can’t leave you here,” she said, “Get in my car and I will take you back to your home.” “It is a long way,” I said. “Come on, sir,” she said. “Let’s go.” On the way she told me a story, which happened a few years ago. Her car ran out of gas halfway home. As she was wondering what to do, an old man driving by offered to drive her up to a gas station and then back to her car. The old man told her that he was a member of Passing Help and asked her to join it too. When we got to my home, it was already very late. I wanted to give her some money as a thank-you, but she didn’t accept it. “As a club member, I’m just trying to help those in need and do something nice for somebody else. Pass it along!” she said. 1．What kind of person is the driver from the story? A．She is very wealthy and likes to help others. B．She is a kind and responsible person. C．She is only interested in making money. D．She is not very friendly to strangers. 2．Why did the bus driver tell the author her own experience? A．To explain why she joined the “Passing Help” club. B．To show that she had also faced difficult situations. C．To ask the author to join the club. D．To make the author feel better about his situation. 3．What is the main theme of the story? A．The importance of having a well-made car. B．The difficulties of traveling in the countryside. C．The kindness of strangers and the power of helping others. D．The importance of being a member of a club. 4．What can we learn from the “Passing Help” club? A．People should only help those who can help them in return. B．It is better to avoid helping strangers to avoid inconvenience. C．Joining a club is the only way to be kind. D．Helping others can create a positive cycle of kindness. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文讲述了作者加入“传递帮助”俱乐部的缘由：作者一次在乡下出差时，汽车抛锚，一位公交车女司机特意折返送他回家，并分享了自己因受他人帮助而加入该俱乐部的经历，体现了善意的传递和互助的力量。 1．细节理解题。根据“Just then a car came to me and a woman came out of the car....‘Get in my car and I will take you back to your home.’”和“I wanted to give her some money as a thank-you, but she didn’t accept it.”可知，女司机发现前往作者小镇的公交车无法到达后，特意折返接作者回家，且拒绝了报酬，还践行“传递帮助”的理念，体现了她的善良和责任感。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Her car ran out of gas halfway home. As she was wondering what to do, an old man driving by offered to drive her up to a gas station and then back to her car. The old man told her that he was a member of Passing Help and asked her to join it too.”可知，司机提到几年前自己车没油时，一位老人帮助了她，老人是“传递帮助”俱乐部成员并邀请她加入，她讲述这段经历是为了解释自己加入该俱乐部的原因。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。故事核心是陌生人（女司机）的善意帮助，以及“传递帮助”俱乐部所体现的互助精神，强调了陌生人的善意和助人的力量。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“Pass it along”可知，受助者再帮助他人，形成善意的正向循环。故选D。 Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市光明区高级中学·阶段检测） Our community offers several meaningful ways for volunteers to share their time and care. Each program is designed for people with different interests and schedules. After-School Program To provide help for kids’ math and Chinese homework. Time: 3:30 pm~5:30 pm, Saturdays For more information: Call Ms. King at 319-7858. Clean-Up Day To help us clean up some public places. You will receive a blue T-shirt for free. Time: 10:00 am~11:30 am, Sundays For more information: Email Mr. White at john8@em.com. Farm Work Tasks include picking apples, feeding chickens and milking cows. You can also learn to ride a horse for fun. Time: 4:00 pm~6:00 pm, Saturdays For more information: Email Mr. Hunt at nick@em.com. Children’s Hospital Able to connect with and care for kids. Can organize games, tell jokes or sing songs. To encourage and brighten their day. Time: 9:30 am ~ 11:00 am, Saturdays For more information: Call Ms. Smith at 265-3097. 1．When do you have to be free if you want to join the After-School Program? A．On Saturday morning B．On Saturday afternoon C．On Sunday morning. D．On Sunday afternoon. 2．What do volunteers need to do on the farm? ① give food to chickens  ② clean the horses’ home  ③ milk cows  ④ pick apples A．①②③ B．①③④ C．①②④ D．②③④ 3．If Lily is a volunteer in Children’s Hospital, what should she be like? A．Serious and strict B．Wise and brave. C．Quiet and shy. D．Caring and cheerful. 4．What do the four volunteer activities mentioned in the notice have in common? A．They all provide free T-shirts for volunteers. B．They all need volunteers to work with children. C．They all need volunteers to work outdoors. D．They all allow volunteers to help others in the community. 5．What type of text is this? A．A notice asking for volunteers. B．An advertisement for farm work. C．A timetable for after-school activities. D．An introduction to different courses. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇招募志愿者的通知，介绍了社区里四种面向不同兴趣和时间的志愿者项目，包括课后辅导、清洁日、农场劳作和儿童医院陪护，旨在邀请志愿者分享时间与爱心，帮助他人。 1．原文After-School Program部分“Time: 3:30 pm-5:30 pm, Saturdays”，明确该项目时间为周六下午。 2．原文Farm Work部分“Tasks include picking apples, feeding chickens and milking cows. You can also learn to ride a horse for fun.”，核心任务为①给鸡喂食、③挤牛奶、④摘苹果，②清洁马厩未提及。 3．原文Children’s Hospital 部分“connect with and care for kids… organize games, tell jokes or sing songs. To encourage and brighten their day.”，要求志愿者关爱孩子、能带来欢乐，对应“有爱心且开朗”。 4．全文开篇“Our community offers several meaningful ways for volunteers to share their time and care. ”点明核心：四个项目均为社区内帮助他人的志愿活动。 5．全文介绍社区四种志愿者项目，包含服务内容、时间、咨询方式，核心目的是招募志愿者，属于“招募志愿者的通知”。 Passage 4 （25-26八下·辽宁沈阳市虹桥中学教育集团·阶段检测） Ever since I was 5 years old, my mother had been a volunteer at the Nanjing Museum. This meant that every weekend, I spent my time among ancient exhibits (展品). I also listened to stories and took part in activities. And it was in my junior high school years that I decided to become a museum volunteer myself. The journey began with fun training lessons. I learned about the collection, exhibition planning and visitor guidance. Among the different skills needed for a museum volunteer, especially a guide, strong communication abilities are seen as important. We were taught how to talk with visitors. And we were also told how to answer their questions and explain things in a way that makes sense to them, depending on their ages and interests. One of my most memorable (难忘的) experiences was explaining the arched gateway of the glazed arch of Grand Bao’en Temple (大报恩寺琉璃拱门). It played a big part in the Ming Dynasty’s temple architecture (建筑). I shared its ancient history and amazing craftsmanship (工艺) with visitors. They were all very interested in it. I felt so proud that I had a deeper understanding of our cultural heritage (遗产). Now as a volunteer, I realize museums are not just about old objects. They connect us to our history and culture. Every time I see visitors’ excited faces, I feel happy. I will keep learning and sharing these wonderful stories with others. Maybe one day, I can inspire others to love museums too! My passion (酷爱) and pride for traditional Chinese culture will always be with me in my life. 1．When did the writer decide to become a museum volunteer? A．At the age of 5. B．During primary school. C．In junior high school. D．After college. 2．What training did the writer receive to be a museum volunteer? A．Learning ancient languages. B．Drawing museum buildings. C．Practising traditional craftsmanship. D．Studying the collection of the museum. 3．What does the underlined word “guidance” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Attention. B．Direction. C．Record. D．Praise. 4．Which would be the best title for this text? A．How to become a museum guide B．The history of the Nanjing Museum C．My dream of becoming a museum guide D．My journey as a young museum volunteer 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，作者讲述了自己因母亲在南京博物馆做志愿者而从小接触博物馆，最终在初中时决定成为一名博物馆志愿者，并分享了培训经历和难忘的讲解体验。 1．根据第一段“it was in my junior high school years that I decided to become a museum volunteer myself”可知，作者是在初中时决定成为博物馆志愿者的。 2．根据第二段“I learned about the collection, exhibition planning and visitor guidance”可知，作者接受的培训包括学习博物馆的藏品。 3．根据划线词后文“how to talk with visitors...answer their questions and explain things”可知，guidance意为“指导/引导”，与direction意思相近（指引、导向）含义相近。 4．全文围绕作者成为博物馆志愿者的经历展开，包括决定、培训、讲解体验和感悟，因此最佳标题为“我作为年轻博物馆志愿者的历程”。 Passage 5 （25-26八下·辽宁沈阳市辽中区第二初级中学·阶段检测） ·Hainan, ChinaIf you are: 22-40 years old; free from March 13th to April 15th & able to ▶teach ▶take care of children ▶organise international meetings ▶speak Chinese & EnglishPlease contact us by calling 777-458. Please join us and take part in our activities. ·New Delhi, India If you are: 28-35 years old; free from June 7th to July 15th & September 1st to October 8th & able to ▶collect rubbish ▶take care of pets ▶plant trees ▶be a tour guide ▶speak Chinese & English Please contact us:777-459 indiavt@aa.com 1．Volunteers need to work in Hainan for about ________. A．a week B．half a month C．a month D．two months 2．They need someone who can ________ in Hainan. A．teach B．look after the old C．speak Japanese D．organise sports events 3．________ can take part in the volunteer activities in New Delhi. A．Ben, 26, a zookeeper B．Sally, 30, a travel guide C．Mark, 28, a maths teacher D．Peter, 33, who is free in August 4．Which of the following is TRUE? A．You can only send an email to be a volunteer. B．The volunteers will do some cleaning in Hainan. C．The text probably comes from a science magazine. D．The purpose of the text is to look for volunteers. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文分别介绍了中国海南和印度新德里两个地点的志愿者招募要求，包括年龄、时间、技能、联系方式等信息，目的是招募符合条件的志愿者参与相关活动。 1．Hainan板块明确说明志愿者需“free from March 13th to April 15th”，该时间段时长约为一个月。 2．Hainan板块的招募要求中直接写明“& able to teach”，这是Hainan志愿者的必备能力之一。 3．New Delhi板块的要求为28-35岁、指定时间段有空、具备对应技能，Sally年龄30岁且为导游，符合年龄与“be a tour guide”的技能要求。 4．文章标题“VOLUNTEERS WANTED”，全文围绕两地志愿者招募的要求、工作、联系方式展开，与选项D“The purpose of the text is to look for volunteers” 的句意完全呼应。 话题2 肢体语言与人际沟通 Passage 1 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市龙华区外国语学校教育集团·阶段检测） Body language is important in communication. However, the same body language can have very different meanings in different cultures. Here are some examples. In the West, people like to look at each other when they talk. Strong eye contact is very common in Spain, Greece and Arab countries. People from Finland and Japan are embarrassed (尴尬的) when others keep staring (盯着) at them during a talk. They only make eye contact at the start of a discussion. Tapping (轻敲) your nose means “secret” in England. In Italy, the same gesture means “be careful”. Nodding your head usually means “yes”. But in Bulgaria and Greece, nodding up and down means “no”. In many cultures, like Italy and the US, people use their arms freely when talking. They often wave their arms around. Northern Europeans don’t like gesturing with their arms. They think it shows insincerity (不真诚) and is too dramatic. In Japan, gesturing with broad arm movements is thought to be impolite. Sitting cross-legged is common in North America and some European countries. In many countries in Asia and the Middle East, sitting like this is not respectful. 1．In which of the following countries is strong eye contact very common during a talk? A．Japan. B．Spain. C．Finland. D．Bulgaria. 2．When an Italian man taps his nose during a conversation, what may he want to say? A．I agree. B．Be more careful. C．This is dramatic. D．Keep this a secret. 3．Linda was travelling in Greece. She met a local man who could speak English. Linda asked him, “Do you know where Acropolis Museum is?” The man nodded. What did he mean? A．He had heard the question. B．He thought the question was rude. C．He didn’t know where the museum was. D．He knew where the museum was and wanted to tell her. 4．When talking to Northern Europeans, what may using a lot of arm gestures make them think? A．feel very excited B．think you don’t like them C．think you are not sincere D．believe you are very smart 5．What’s the purpose of the article? A．To ask readers to use more body language. B．To show the importance of communication. C．To show that some cultures are better than others. D．To help readers better understand people from other cultures. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了不同文化中肢体语言含义的差异。 1．表格第一行提到“Strong eye contact is very common in Spain, Greece and Arab countries.”，这直接说明了在西班牙、希腊和阿拉伯国家，强烈的眼神交流很常见。 2．表格第二行提到“In Italy, the same gesture means ‘be careful’.”，这直接说明了在意大利轻敲鼻子意味着“小心”。 3．表格第三行提到“Nodding your head usually means ‘yes’.”以及“But in Bulgaria and Greece, nodding up and down means ‘no’.”，这直接说明了点头通常表示“是”，但在保加利亚和希腊，点头表示“不”，所以此处表示“他不知道博物馆在哪里”。 4．表格第四行提到“Northern Europeans don’t like gesturing with their arms. They think it shows insincerity (不真诚) and is too dramatic.”，这直接说明了北欧人不喜欢用手臂做手势，他们认为这显示出不真诚且过于夸张。 5．本文主要讲述了不同文化中肢体语言含义的差异，目的是让读者更好地理解来自其他文化的人。 Passage 2 （25-26八下·广东省广州市白云区平沙培英学校·阶段检测） Sign language is the main way deaf people communicate. Since they can’t hear, it’s not easy for them to talk with others. Luckily, sign language interpreters (传译员) are there to help. Hao Shuxin, 24, sees sign language as her mother language, as her parents are deaf. “I picked up sign language before I could even talk,” she recalled. In 2018, she became a sign language interpreter at a law firm in Chongqing. Her work takes her to different places where she interprets for deaf people. Since sign language has fewer words, Hao often meets difficult terms that have no direct match. In such situations, she carefully interprets for deaf people. There are also grammatical differences between Chinese and sign language. “For example, the words ‘put out a fire’ are signed as ‘a fire put out’ in sign language, as deaf people describe what they see first,” Hao explained. Hao feels stressed at work because accuracy is important in interpretations for law companies. Her stress also comes from the fact that sign language has “dialects”. The same word can be expressed with different hand gestures depending on where a deaf person comes from. Having traveled to over 30 cities in China because of the job, she has learned about the special ways deaf people across the country use sign language. In her spare time, Hao reads many law books and talks with professional lawyers and her deaf coworkers to improve her ability. “My parents are deaf, so I understand the difficulties that deaf people face. I want to do everything I can to help them,” Hao said. 1．Hao is familiar with sign language mainly because ________. A．she can’t hear anything B．she teaches sign language at school C．her parents are deaf D．she loves to take care of people 2．According to the passage, deaf people may say “________”. A．pick up a football B．pick a football up C．a football up pick D．a football pick up 3．Hao uses the following ways to improve her professional ability except (除了) ________. A．reading law books B．talking with lawyers C．traveling around the world D．talking with her deaf coworkers 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Chinese has fewer words than sign language. B．Hao sometimes feels stressed as sign language has “dialects”. C．Hao loves her job because she always feels relaxed at work. D．There is almost no difference between Chinese and sign language. 5．What is Hao like according to the passage? A．Hard-working and kind. B．Quiet and caring. C．Helpful but noisy. D．Lonely and shy. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了手语传译员郝淑欣的工作经历、挑战以及她为帮助聋人所做的努力。 1．第二段明确指出：“Hao Shuxin, 24, sees sign language as her mother language, as her parents are deaf”，说明她熟悉手语主要是因为她的父母是聋人。 2．第三段提到“For example, the words ‘put out a fire’ are signed as ‘a fire put out’ in sign language, as deaf people describe what they see first”，手语和汉语有语法差异，郝淑欣举例说明“put out a fire”在手语中表达为“a fire put out”，即先描述看到的事物。因此聋人可能会说“a football pick up”（先描述球，再描述动作）。 3．最后一段提到“In her spare time, Hao reads many law books and talks with professional lawyers and her deaf coworkers to improve her ability.”，郝淑欣通过阅读法律书籍、与专业律师交流、与聋人同事交流来提升能力，未提到环球旅行。 4．第四段明确指出“Her stress also comes from the fact that sign language has ‘dialects’”，说明手语有“方言”是她感到压力的原因之一。 5．郝淑欣通过阅读法律书籍、与律师和聋人同事交流来提升能力，并竭尽全力帮助聋人，说明她勤奋且善良。 Passage 3 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市沈北新区 ·阶段检测） ① There is nothing worse than being cheated (欺骗). Luckily, body language expert Judi James shares some easy signs to help you find out if someone is telling a lie. ② Pay attention to the long stop before answering. Lying is hard for both the brain and body. When people lie, their brain first comes up with the truth, then they have to hide it and make up a lie. This usually makes them stop longer before speaking. ③ Watch eye movements. Looking up to the left often means recalling real memories, while looking up to the right may mean inventing new ideas. Also, liars (骗子) often feel guilty, so they avoid eye contact, looking down or away. ④ Notice physical stress. When people lie, most get nervous right away. Their mouth goes dry, they sweat more, their heart beats faster, and their breathing becomes short. These changes are easy to see. ⑤ Look out for special body movements. Some people use a “poker face” when lying, showing little movement or eye contact. Others try to hide their face, touching their nose or covering their mouth. Also, stressed liars may comfort themselves by moving side to side, touching their hair, or playing with rings. ⑥ These simple signs can help you find lies in daily life! 1．Why do people have a long stop before telling a lie? A．Because they have much more stress. B．Because they are recalling memory. C．Because they don’t want to say anything. D．Because they are thinking of a lie. 2．What does the underlined word “guilty” probably mean in Paragraph 3? A．exciting B．sorry C．peaceful D．angry 3．What can we learn from the text? A．People look up to their left when they are making up new ideas. B．Liars’ breathing becomes longer and slower when they tell a lie. C．Lying usually makes people answer questions more quickly than usual. D．Some people touch their hair or play with rings when they feel stressed while lying. 4．How is the text organized? (① = Paragraph 1, ② =Paragraph 2, …) A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文讲述了识别谎言的几种方法，包括说谎前的停顿、眼神变化、身体压力反应和特殊肢体动作等，帮助我们判断他人是否在说谎。 【详解】83．根据第二段“When people lie, their brain first comes up with the truth, then they have to hide it and make up a lie. This usually makes them stop longer before speaking.”，可知说谎前的停顿是因为人们需要思考、编造谎言，对应选项D。 1．根据原文“Also, liars (骗子) often feel guilty, so they avoid eye contact, looking down or away.”，结合常识，说谎的人会因说谎产生负罪感、愧疚感，从而回避眼神接触。选项中“sorry（愧疚的、抱歉的）”与“guilty（有罪的、愧疚的）”语义最接近；exciting（兴奋的）、peaceful（平静的）、angry（生气的）均不符合语境。 2．原文提到“Looking up to the left often means recalling real memories, while looking up to the right may mean inventing new ideas.”，可知编造想法时应是看向右上方，而非左上方，A错误；原文提到说谎时“their breathing becomes short”（呼吸变急促），而非“longer and slower（更长更慢）”，B错误；说谎需要编造内容，通常会导致回答前停顿、反应变慢，而非“answer questions more quickly（更快回答问题）”，C错误；原文提到“Also, stressed liars may comfort themselves by moving side to side, touching their hair, or playing with rings.”，可知处于压力中的说谎者会出现摸头发、玩戒指的自我安慰动作，D正确。 3．通读全文可知，本文采用“总——分——总”结构：①段（总起，引出识别谎言的话题）；②③④⑤段（分述识别谎言的具体方法）；⑥段（总结，说明这些方法可帮助我们在生活中识别谎言）。对应选项C的结构（①为总起，②③④⑤为分述，⑥为总结）。 Passage 4 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市第七中学·阶段检测） Sometimes, using hand gestures can bring more information and be more easily understood than words, especially when you are speaking to someone with no language in common. But the same gesture can mean something quite impolite and offensive (冒犯的) to a person from a different cultural background. "V" Shape In many countries, if you have your index and middle fingers pointed up in the “V” shape, it stands for winning. However, when you make the sign, be sure to have the front of your palm facing outward instead of inward, because showing people the back of your hand is impolite in some countries like the U.K. and Australia. Finger Snap (打响指) Snapping your thumb and middle finger over and over may mean one is trying to remind someone of something forgotten. While in Latin America, snapping them means asking one to hurry up. But one thing you should remember is that, in many cultures, the snapping fingers close to someone’s face is considered to be an impolite gesture. Thumbs up In most parts of the world, the thumbs-up means the same thing. You are basically saying that “Everything is OK.” or showing your agreement. But you’d better not use it in the Middle East or West Africa because it is considered to be highly impolite. 1．Which of the following situations might be the right time for the “V” shape? A．Your friend fails a test. B．You want to ask someone to hurry up. C．You win a speech competition. D．You want to order two drinks in a restaurant. 2．What does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．Thumb and middle finger. B．Thumb and index finger. C．Thumb and pinky. D．Fingers in general. 3．Who is this text most probably written for? A．Scientists studying human body language. B．Travellers or people meeting foreigners. C．Actors who need to use gestures on stage. D．Teachers giving lessons about culture. 4．The writer mentioned so many different hand gestures to ________. A．introduce the history of hand gestures. B．encourage people to use hand gestures more. C．warn people to be careful when using a hand gesture. D．tell the differences between American and Chinese cultures. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍手势在不同国家有不同含义，同样的手势在一种文化里礼貌，在另一种文化里可能冒犯他人，并分别讲解V字手势、打响指、竖大拇指在各地的不同用法与禁忌。 1．文中说V形手势在很多国家代表胜利、获胜，所以演讲比赛获胜时适合用。 2．第三段开头“Snapping your thumb and middle finger…”，后面的them指代拇指和中指。 3．文章讲跨文化手势禁忌，最适合出国旅行、和外国人打交道的人阅读。 4．作者列举多种手势，目的是提醒大家使用手势时要注意文化差异、避免失礼。 话题3 动漫与艺术创作 Passage 1 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市龙岗区·期末） Ne Zha suddenly came into my life. At first, I didn’t even know what it was. But soon, I saw it everywhere—on WeChat, Xiaohongshu and even toys. Many Chinese friends talked about this film excitedly. This made me really curious. Luckily, our school organized a special show for foreign students. I didn’t want to miss the chance. On Saturday, we met at the cinema to watch Ne Zha. The film’s animation (动画) skills surprised us. “The Glass Palace and the underground world show Chinese artists’ creativity,” said one of us. But Ne Zha is not only a cool character. Its story has different meanings for different ages—children love Ne Zha’s magical and funny moves, while young people hope to fight to be themselves like Ne Zha. Adults understand deeper ideas about family love. Ne Zha mixes old Chinese stories with modern technology perfectly. Foreign student Nick said, “It tells us that China can share its rich culture by using new technology.” The movie’s success isn’t just luck—it shows young Chinese people’s pride (自豪) in their culture. Most importantly, Ne Zha isn’t just a film. It teaches us that even someone “different” can be a hero. By using old stories, it helps the world see China’s culture and its people’s big dreams. Like a lighthouse, Ne Zha lights up a new path for stories that bridge the past to the future. 1．How did the writer get the chance to watch the film Ne Zha? A．He knew nothing about it. B．He saw it on WeChat and toys. C．His school held a special show. D．His friends often talked about it. 2．What surprised the foreign students about Ne Zha? A．The animation technology. B．The funny moves. C．The family love D．The people’s pride. 3．What does the underlined phrase “lights up a new path” mean in paragraph 4? A．Makes a fire in the dark. B．Shows a different shape. C．Creates a new way forward. D．Builds a new small road. 4．What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To explain why Ne Zha is a hero for children. B．To share the cultural and artistic success of Ne Zha. C．To encourage people to watch more animated films. D．To compare Ne Zha with other old Chinese stories. 5．Where can we probably find the passage? A．A comic book. B．A cartoon poster. C．A science book. D．A film magazine. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了作者观看电影《哪吒》的经历，介绍了影片在动画技术、故事内涵等方面的特点，以及其在文化传播上的意义。 1．细节理解题。根据“Luckily, our school organized a special show for foreign  students. I didn’t want to miss the chance.”可知，作者是通过学校组织的特别放映获得观看《哪吒》的机会的。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“The film’s animation skills surprised us.”可知，是影片的动画技术让外国学生感到惊讶。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据“Like a lighthouse, Ne Zha lights up a new path for stories  that bridge the past to the future.”可知，《哪吒》就像灯塔一样，为连接过去与未来的故事开辟了新的道路，lights up a new path表示“开创一条新的前进道路”。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。文章围绕电影《哪吒》展开，介绍了其动画技术的出色、故事对不同年龄段的意义，以及它在融合古老中国故事与现代技术、传播中国文化等方面的成功，主要目的是分享《哪吒》在文化和艺术上的成就。故选B。 5．推理判断题。本文是关于电影《哪吒》的观后感及评价，这类内容很可能出现在电影杂志中。故选D。 Passage 2 ①Chinese animated film Nobody《浪浪山小妖怪》has become a dark horse sweeping the box office this summer. After 29 days, it had made over 1.4 billion yuan. Many people love it, giving it a high score of 8.6 out of 10 on Douban, a famous review website. ②The story follows a small pig monster who lives in a place called Langlang Mountain. He works hard for the Cave King, but doesn’t know how to please the king and makes him angry. After losing his job, he decides to leave the mountain and teams up with three other small and nameless monsters. Together, they pretend (假装) to be the famous group from Journey to the West and start a dangerous journey to grow and find their true selves. ③The film touches hearts because it shows the hardship of common people. The little monsters face big challenges and laugh at difficulties. Even though they are weak, they fight bravely. Many viewers (观众) say they see themselves in these characters. ④Nobody also stands out for its beautiful art style. Made by Shanghai Animation Film Studio, it uses traditional Chinese painting skills. The soft colors of ink-wash paintings and detailed brushwork create a special, dreamlike world. Scenes like foggy mountains or the fur on the monsters look very real and artistic. The movie shows respect for Chinese culture, too. For example, it references (参考) the classic 1986 TV show Journey to the West and ancient buildings from Shanxi Province. These small details make the story feel both old and new. ⑤Nobody is more than just a movie. It shows that Chinese stories can be told in fresh, exciting ways. As one viewer said, “The real hero is someone who keeps trying, even when things are tough.” This simple but powerful message makes Nobody a must-watch for everyone. 1．What can we know about the box office and Douban score of the animated film Nobody? A．It made over 1.4 billion yuan in the first 29 days and got 8.6 points on Douban. B．It swept the box office and got 10 points on Douban. C．It made 1.4 billion yuan in total and was loved by few people. D．It got a low score on Douban though it was a box-office success. 2．What does the underlined word “hardship” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．happiness B．difficulty C．luck D．wealth 3．What is the main idea of Paragraph 4? A．The film Nobody is made by Shanghai Animation Film Studio. B．The film Nobody has a beautiful art style and shows respect for Chinese culture. C．The ink-wash painting in the film create a dreamlike world. D．The film references the 1986 TV show Journey to the West. 4．Which of the following elements in the film is NOT mentioned as a way to show respect for Chinese culture? A．Traditional Chinese painting skills. B．The classic 1986 TV show Journey to the West. C．Ancient building from Shanxi Province. D．Traditional Chinese folk music. 5．What can we learn from Nobody? A．Only a strong person can be a hero. B．Giving up is the best choice. C．Keeping trying makes a real hero. D．Famous stories are always better. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．D 5．C 【导语】这篇文章主要讲了《浪浪山小妖怪》这部国产动画电影的火爆表现和成功原因。 【详解】145．细节理解题。根据“After 29 days, it had made over 1.4 billion yuan. Many people love it, giving it high score of 8.6 out of 10 on Douban, a famous review website.”可知，电影在29天内票房超过14亿元，豆瓣评分为8.6分。故选A。 1．词句猜测题。根据“The film touches hearts because it shows the hardship of common people. The little monsters face big challenges and laugh at difficulties. Even though they are weak, they fight bravely.”可知，小妖怪们要面对巨大挑战，笑对困难，故推出hardship意为“困难”或“艰辛”。故选B。 2．主旨大意题。根据“Nobody also stands out for its beautiful art style.”及“The movie shows respect for Chinese culture, too.”可知，本段主要介绍了电影的两个特点：水墨画风格的艺术表现及对中国文化的致敬。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“it uses traditional Chinese painting skills.”及“it references (参考) the classic 1986 TV show Journey to the West and ancient buildings from Shanxi Province”可知，提到的中国文化元素包括水墨画技巧、参考1986版《西游记》和山西古建筑，没有提到传统民乐。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据“The real hero is someone who keeps trying,”可知，真正的英雄是即使处境艰难也坚持尝试的人。故选C。 Passage 3 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市第一三四中学·阶段检测） Chinese animation (动画) is becoming more and more popular around the world. In the past, it was less famous than foreign cartoons, but now it is winning people’s hearts with better stories, modern visuals (视觉效果) and rich Chinese cultural themes. A survey by China Youth Daily asked 7,232 university students about their opinions. About 40% said they enjoy watching Chinese animations, while the rest of them preferred to check for new movies every week. Big hits like Ne Zha 2, which earned over 15.2 billion yuan ($2.1 billion) and became among the world’s top 5 films, show this growing success. Most students believe that Chinese animations stand out because they mix traditional culture with modern technology in a creative way. This makes them different from animations made in other countries. About 65% of students even say that the animation quality is now as good as international works, showing how much they have improved. Huang Ziyi, a student from Wuhan University, was amazed by films of Ne Zha. She believes that Chinese animation has a bright future. Unlike English romantic (浪漫的) stories or American superhero stories, China has many untold stories—from history to myths (神话) to modern life. Thanks to better technology and stronger storytelling, Chinese animation has improved greatly. Chinese audience are attracted by these stories everywhere. With its unique charm (独特魅力), Chinese animation is finding its place in the world. 1．Which one is not the reason why Chinese animation is popular now? A．better storytelling B．rich cultural themes C．modern visuals D．young people’s attention 2．According to the survey, how many students check new animation movies weekly? A．About 60% B．About 40% C．About 45% D．About 65% 3．Why does Huang Ziyi think Chinese animation has a bright future? A．Because it is very romantic. B．Because it has many superheroes. C．Because it has many untold stories. D．Because it always tells modern life. 4．What is the main idea of this article? A．To introduce Huang Ziyi’s opinions. B．To show the success of Chinese animation. C．To compare Chinese and foreign animations. D．To explain why young people like animations. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了中国动画在全球的崛起与发展，介绍了它的现状、受欢迎原因及未来前景。 1．第一段指出中国动画流行的原因：“it is winning people’s hearts with better stories, modern visuals and rich Chinese cultural themes”，说明更优质的叙事、现代的视觉效果和丰富的文化主题是其受欢迎的原因，因此“young people’s attention”不属于原因。 2．第二段说明调查数据：“About 40% said they enjoy watching Chinese animations, while the rest of them preferred to check for new movies every week”，100%-40%=60%，说明约60%的学生每周会关注新动画电影。 3．第四段引用学生观点：“China has many untold stories—from history to myths to modern life”，说明Huang Ziyi认为中国动画前景光明是因为中国有许多未被讲述的故事。 4．全文围绕中国动画的发展与影响展开，通过现状、数据、原因和前景说明：“Chinese animation is finding its place in the world”，体现文章主旨是展现中国动画的成功。 Passage 4 （25-26八下·辽宁省沈阳市第七中学·阶段检测） Have you watched the film Ne Zha? It broke box office records in China and people are crazy about its colourful art and exciting story. This success didn’t happen overnight—it’s part of the long journey of Chinese animation. 1920s~1960s: Early Beginning Chinese cartoons began in the 1920s. The first short films were simple. In the 1960s, Havoc in Heaven (《大闹天宫》) became a clPassage 4 assic. It tells the story of the Monkey King and shows China’s special art style. 1970s~1990s: Slow Development For many years Chinese cartoons developed slowly. Although fewer films were made, artists kept practising traditional painting styles and storytelling methods. 2000s~Now: A New Era Everything has changed in the 21st century. With better technology and more creative ideas, Chinese animators started making modern films. Ne Zha is a great example. It mixes ancient Chinese legends (传说) with interesting animation, attracting both the young and the old. Another film, Chang’an, brings Tang dynasty poets to life, showing that history can be fun and educational. From black-and-white images to 3D cartoon animation, Chinese animation has come a long way. It not only provides pleasure for people but also plays a role in showing cultural values and telling traditional stories. These works make the world have a better understanding of China. 1．What was the classic cartoon of the 1960s in China? A．Ne Zha. B．White Snake. C．Havoc in Heaven. D．Chang’an. 2．When did Chinese animators start making modern films? A．In 1920s~1960s. B．In 1950s~1970s. C．In 1970s~1990s. D．In 2000s~Now. 3．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text? A．Ne Zha mixes old legends with interesting animation. B．Chinese cartoons stopped developing between the 1970s and 1990s. C．Children’s love is the main reason for the success of animated films. D．Havoc in Heaven used modern technology to tell the Monkey King’s story. 4．Which part of a magazine is the text probably from? A．Sports News. B．Travel Guide. C．Art and Culture. D．Teen Advice. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍中国动画从 20 世纪 20 年代至今的发展历程，分阶段讲述起步、缓慢发展与新时代变革，列举经典代表影片，同时体现国产动画的娱乐价值与文化传播意义。 1．文中二十至六十年代段落明确提到：“In the 1960s, Havoc in Heaven became a classic.”由此可知 20 世纪 60 年代的经典动画是《大闹天宫》，其余选项均不是六十年代代表作，因此该项正确。 2．文中新世纪板块段落明确提到：“Everything has changed in the 21st century. Chinese animators started making modern films.”2000s~Now对应二十一世纪，由此可知中国动画人在这一时期开始制作现代动画影片，因此该项正确。 3．文中新时代段落明确提到：“It mixes ancient Chinese legends with interesting animation.”这句话和选项表述完全一致；其余选项均与原文内容不符，因此该项表述正确。 4．文末段落提到：“It not only provides pleasure for people but also plays a role in showing cultural values and telling traditional stories.”文章围绕动画作品、艺术风格与传统文化展开，不属于体育、旅行或校园建议范畴，因此最有可能出自杂志的艺术与文化板块。 Passage 5 The Calabash Brothers or the Hulu Brothers is a popular Chinese cartoon series. It was made in the 1980s. Chinese people first saw it on TV in 1986. The cartoon tells an interesting and heart-warming story: There are two demons (恶魔) under the Calabash Mountain. One day, a pangolin (穿山甲) digs a hole in the mountain and the two demons run away. They do many bad things to everyone living nearby. An old man saves the pangolin. It tells the old man that people can only stop the two demons by growing calabashes in seven colors. So the old man works hard to grow them. Later, seven boys grow out of the calabashes. They each have special powers (能力). Then they work together to stop the two demons from doing bad things. At last, they beat the demons and become a mountain to keep the two demons under it. The cartoon was very popular in China at that time. People loved its story. Also, one thing made it even more special—its makers creatively used paper cutting in the cartoon. It was very Chinese. ▲ People of all ages love it. Chinese people also make more stories and movies about the Calabash Brothers. And the cartoon is translated into 7 different languages to bring happiness to people in other countries. 1．When did Chinese people start to see the cartoon on TV? A．In 1980. B．In 1984. C．In 1986. D．In 1989. 2．Which is the correct order of the following things? a. Two demons run away. b. The pangolin digs a hole. c. The old man grows calabashes. d. The calabash brothers turn into a mountain. A．a-b-d-c B．b-a-c-d C．c-b-a-d D．d-b-a-c 3．What can we learn from Paragraph 4? A．News reports on the cartoon. B．A special part of the cartoon. C．The names of the seven brothers. D．An interesting story about the cartoon. 4．Which is the best sentence for “ ▲ ” in the last paragraph? A．The cartoon has a new name. B．The cartoon has different characters. C．Now, the cartoon is still popular. D．Also, the cartoon brings hope to people. 5．What does the passage mainly talk about? A．The history of Chinese cartoons. B．The story of the Calabash Brothers. C．The influence of the Calabash Brothers. D．The introduction of the Calabash Brothers. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文介绍了中国经典动画《葫芦兄弟》的创作背景、故事内容、艺术特色以及它在当代的影响力，展现了这部动画作为国民级经典的持久魅力与文化价值。 【详解】237．细节理解题。根据原文“Chinese people first saw it on TV in 1986.”可知，中国人第一次在电视上看它是在1986年。故选C。 1．细节理解题。根据原文第二段和第三段的事件顺序：穿山甲挖洞（a pangolin digs a hole）；两个恶魔逃跑（the two demons run away）；老人种葫芦（the old man works hard to grow them）；葫芦兄弟变成山（they beat the demons and become a mountain）可知，正确顺序为 b-a-c-d，故选B。 2．主旨大意题。根据原文第四段提到“one thing made it even more special—its makers creatively used paper cutting in the cartoon，”可知，重点介绍了这部动画的独特之处（剪纸艺术），故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段后文提到“People of all ages love it”，说明这部动画至今仍广受欢迎，选项C最能衔接上下文。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。全文从创作时间、故事内容、艺术特色、影响力等方面对《葫芦兄弟》进行了全面介绍，因此主旨是对这部动画的全面介绍，故选D。 Passage 6 （25-26八下·广东省广州市越秀区东风实验学校·阶段检测） Art has always been a window into the human soul. It reflects our feelings, stories and dreams. But today, technology is starting to shape that window in ways we never imagined. Since the 1960s, artists have been using computers and screens to explore new forms of creativity. And now, with artificial intelligence (AI), machines are not only tools—they are becoming partners. AI art is born when a human artist trains a computer to recognize a style, mood or concept. The machine studies thousands of images, follows rules and produces something “new”. But is it really creative—or just copying and remixing what it’s been shown? AI is helpful in many ways. It can save time by doing repetitive tasks like colouring or pattern-making. It can restore (修复) damaged works, experiment with different looks, and even copy famous styles from the past. These abilities allow artists to explore more ideas, faster. Still, there’s something machines don’t have—emotion. AI can recognize patterns, but it doesn’t feel love, sadness or joy. Only humans know what it means to create from memory, experience or deep emotion. Only people give art its personal meaning. Therefore, we must ask: Can a machine truly understand beauty the way we do? If an AI paints a perfect sunset, but has never felt warmth or wonder, does it mean anything at all? In the future, art may be shaped by codes and algorithms (算法), but perhaps the true heart of art will always remain human—made not just by data, but by imagination, feeling and dreams. 1．Why might AI art seem “creative” even though it’s not truly new? A．AI can copy and combine many artworks. B．AI has its own ideas and feelings. C．AI gives personal meanings to art. D．AI always makes creative mistakes. 2．How does the writer feel about human emotion in the creative process? A．It is no use because machines can copy emotion. B．It is what makes art truly meaningful and special. C．It is not as important as other technical skills. D．It is something AI will learn to copy perfectly soon. 3．Why does the writer ask “does it mean anything at all” about AI art in paragraph 5? A．To show that AI art is more beautiful. B．To explain how AI learns from data online. C．To describe how AI paints sunsets. D．To question if AI understands real beauty. 4．What can we infer about the writer’s attitude towards AI in art? A．The writer thinks AI art should not be used forever. B．The writer believes AI will replace human artists. C．The writer is curious but careful about AI’s role in art. D．The writer thinks AI can see things that humans can’t. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Machines can now totally understand how humans feel. B．AI will make all human artists lose their jobs in the near future. C．Technology has changed art, but true creativity remains human. D．Art made by AI is way much better than art made by humans. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 4．C 5．C 【导语】本文主要探讨了人工智能对艺术领域的影响，分析了AI在艺术创作中的优势与局限，强调了人类情感与创造力才是艺术的核心。 1．文章第2段“The machine studies thousands of images, follows rules and produces something ‘new’. But is it really creative—or just copying and remixing what it’s been shown?”表明AI艺术看似有创造力，实则是通过复制和组合大量已有作品实现的。 2．文章第4段“Only humans know what it means to create from memory, experience or deep emotion. Only people give art its personal meaning.”表明作者认为人类情感是艺术真正有意义和特别的原因。 3．文章第5段“Can a machine truly understand beauty the way we do? If an AI paints a perfect sunset, but has never felt warmth or wonder, does it mean anything at all?”表明作者提出这个问题，是为了质疑AI是否能真正理解美，而不仅仅是模仿表象。 4．根据文章内容，作者既肯定了AI在艺术创作中的辅助作用，也指出了其缺乏情感、无法理解美的局限，因此可以推知作者对AI在艺术中的角色是好奇且谨慎的。 5．文章前半部分讲AI如何改变艺术，后半部分强调人类情感与创造力的不可替代性。C选项“科技改变了艺术，但真正的创造力仍属于人类”概括了全文的两个核心方面。 话题4 传统文化与文化遗产 Passage 1 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市宝安区·期末） More and more traditional cultural elements (元素) are added into street dances, such as Tai Chi, Drunken fist (醉拳) and face-changing. Young Chinese dancers are trying to use some creative ways to tell Chinese stories to the world. Homies, a street dance team from Chengdu, got third place at the VIBE Dance Competition with their performance, “Sword and Qi in Sichuan”. It was the first time for a Chinese team to win a prize in this competition’s 30-year history. “The cheers from the worldwide audience (观众) are lifetime treasures for us, which are more important for us than the prize itself,” said Fang Zhenghua, the director. Mixing modern dances with tradition, young Chinese street dancers are attracting worldwide audiences with their deep love and understanding of traditional culture. As an example, the “Sword and Qi in Sichuan” got inspiration from a Kung Fu video game and a book that Fang loved when he was young. Following the competition, Homies quickly got attention from the media, making their dance well known to the whole world. “Young Chinese dancers are confident and creative. They mix traditional Chinese culture with modern street dance to show their love for our culture. This amazing mix is helping Chinese culture connect with the world in a new and exciting way,” said Cai Shangwei, a Chinese director. 1．Which elements are added to street dances by young dancers? ① Tai Chi ②Drunken fist ③Cantonese Opera④Face-changing A．①②③ B．①②④ C．②③④ D．①③④ 2．Why are Chinese street dancers attractive to the audiences? A．They won third place on the world stage. B．They shared their dances on the social media. C．They made full use of technology in their performances. D．They show their love and understanding of Chinese culture. 3．What does the underlined word “inspiration” mean in paragraph 4? A．creative ideas B．team spirit C．practical skills D．money support 4．According to Cai Shangwei, what helps Chinese culture reach the world? A．Technology and values. B．Experience and skills. C．Confidence and creativity. D．Tradition and responsibility. 5．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．Chinese Culture Shines on World Stage B．Traditional Dance Adds Street Elements C．Modern Elements Attract Great Attention D．Chinese Teach Street Dances in the World 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲了中国年轻街舞者将太极、醉拳等传统文化元素融入街舞，其作品在国际赛事获奖并受关注，助力中国文化以新方式走向世界。 1．细节理解题。根据“More and more traditional cultural elements (元素) are added into street dances, such as Tai Chi, Drunken fist (醉拳) and face-changing.”可知，年轻舞者在街舞中加入的元素有太极、醉拳和变脸，即①②④。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Mixing modern dances with tradition, young Chinese street dancers are attracting worldwide audiences with their deep love and understanding of traditional culture.”可知，中国街舞舞者吸引观众是因为他们展现了对中国传统文化的热爱和理解。故选D。 3．词句猜测题。根据“As an example, the ‘Sword and Qi in Sichuan’ got inspiration from a Kung Fu video game and a book that Fang loved when he was young.”可知，“Sword and Qi in Sichuan”的创作从功夫电子游戏和一本书中获得了某种东西，这种东西应是创意灵感。所以“inspiration”意为“创意想法”。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“Young Chinese dancers are confident and creative. They mix traditional Chinese culture with modern street dance... This amazing mix is helping Chinese culture connect with the world...”可知，蔡尚伟认为是中国年轻舞者的自信和创造力帮助中国文化走向世界。故选C。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，文章主要讲述中国街舞者将传统文化元素融入街舞，在国际比赛中获奖并受到关注，让中国文化以新的方式与世界接轨，展现了中国文化在世界舞台上的光彩。故选A。 Passage 2 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市龙华区·期末） 阅读下列短文，从下面每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 Children felt excited as they watched Wang Chunjing create a lifelike rabbit out of molten maltose (麦芽糖) in minutes at her shop. Wang has been blowing sugar figures, a traditional Chinese folk art, for more than ten years. To make a sugar figure, she begins with heating sugar syrup (糖浆). Then she makes it into a ball with a hollow center. Finally, she molds the sugar ball into different shapes. As a child, Wang fell in love with this art form when she saw her father make a sugar figure. “It was like a magic.” Showing both interest and talent, Wang was able to make easy shapes with sugar syrup by the time she was 6. After graduating from senior high school, her family moved to Harbin for a better life. “My father hoped I’d find a good job, and I tried several in Harbin,” she said. “However,I still dreamed of becoming a figurine maker to create magic like my father.” Because of her efforts, her father finally agreed to take her on as his student. She spent three years learning the skills and then traveled to different provinces to make a living by making sugar figures. “As far as I know, there are fewer than 100 people in China who can make sugar figures, and even fewer are young women inheritors (继承人),” she said. “It is part of my responsibility to make this art famous to people all around.” 1．How many steps are required to make a sugar figure? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2．According to Paragraph 3, what did Wang feel when she saw her father make a sugar figure? A．Bored. B．Amazed. C．Hungry. D．Nervous. 3．What can we learn about Wang Chunjing from Paragraph 4? A．She easily found a good job in Harbin. B．Her father quickly agreed to teach her. C．She wanted to follow her sugar figure dream. D．Learning sugar figures took very little time. 4．What can we know from the last paragraph? A．Wang can hardly make a living by making sugar figures. B．There are many more women inheritors than men inheritors. C．Wang feels very worried because of her poor skills. D．Wang wants to help spread this traditional culture. 5．What would be the best title for this passage? A．Keeping a Sweet Tradition Alive. B．The History of Sugar Art in China. C．How to Make Maltose Candy at Home. D．A Father’s Journey to China. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文关于90后女孩王春晶克服家庭阻力苦学十年，成为全国罕见的年轻糖人女传承人，用双手守护着这项不足百人会做的濒危的民间“甜蜜魔法”。 1．细节理解题。根据“To make a sugar figure, she begins with heating sugar syrup. Then she makes it into a ball with a hollow center. Finally, she molds the sugar ball into different shapes.”可知，制作糖人时，她先加热糖浆。然后把它做成一个空心的球。最后，她把糖球塑造成不同的形状。可见制作糖人需要三个步骤。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据“As a child, Wang fell in love with this art form when she saw her father make a sugar figure. ‘It was like a magic.’”可知，小时候，王春晶看到父亲做糖人时就爱上了这种艺术形式，觉得就像魔法一样。由此可推测，她看到父亲做糖人时感到很神奇。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“However, I still dreamed of becoming a figurine maker to create magic like my father.”可知，她仍然梦想成为一名糖人制作者，像她父亲一样创造魔法。可见，她想追寻自己的糖人梦想。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“It is part of my responsibility to make this art famous to people all around.”可知，王春晶觉得让这种艺术为全世界的人所熟知，是她的一部分责任。可见王春晶想帮助传播这种传统文化。故选D。 5．最佳标题。短文主要讲述了王春晶传承吹糖人这一中国传统民间艺术的故事，强调她对这一传统技艺的坚守与传播，选项A“让甜蜜的传统延续下去”作为标题最为合适。故选A。 Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东深圳市南山外国语学校（集团）·阶段检测） Drinking warm water, doing taiji.…Many foreigners are trying these Chinese habits and posting their videos on TikTok. It has become a social media trend called “Becoming Chinese”! In one popular video, a man pours hot water with honey while guzheng music plays. He said it helps “restart (重启)the body…getting better one small drink at a time. ” Another user shared her experience at a dim sum (点心)restaurant, calling it “a very Chinese time in my life. ” Chinese culture values living in peace with nature and keeping a balance between yin and yang (阴阳), the Global Times said. These lifestyles can bring calm and order in a fast-changing world. As Western societies face more and more uncertainty (不确定性), people want to find new ways of living. “Many young people abroad have a positive view of China,” CCTV said. This shows China’s growing soft power. It means foreigners are changing their minds: instead of just watching Chinese culture from far away, they are now taking part in it. This trend is a “grassroots (草根的), peer-to-peer (点对点的)cultural exchange”, Qu Qiang from Minzu University of China told China Daily. “Foreign netizens (网民)are taking up small, daily habits that we Chinese people don’t even think of as ‘culture’. ” Chinese products have been important in Western life for many years, from Chinese phones and AI models to toys like Labubu. The trend is a natural result of this influence, US tech magazine Wired said. 1．Why does the writer give two examples in Paragraph 2? A．To show popular videos about food. B．To show the “Becoming Chinese” trend. C．To suggest how to start a TikTok trend. D．To introduce some Chinese users on TikTok. 2．According to Paragraph 3, why do some Westerners try Chinese lifestyles? A．To find calm and peace. B．To get closer to nature. C．To change the world around them. D．To prepare for trips to China. 3．What does this new trend show? A．Chinese people love sharing their culture. B．Internet culture is changing quickly. C．Chinese culture has a growing influence. D．New cultures form as people communicate. 4．What might Wired magazine think of the trend? A．It is risky and crazy. B．It is surprising and funny. C．It is strange and unusual. D．It is expected and normal. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to make popular TikTok videos about Chinese habits. B．The “Becoming Chinese” trend shows China’s rising soft power C．Why Chinese lifestyles are better than Western ones. D．Different ways to learn about Chinese traditional culture. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了在海外社交媒体上流行的“Becoming Chinese”趋势，分析了这一趋势的表现、背后原因及其体现的中国文化影响力。 【详解】110．第二段通过两个具体视频案例（喝蜂蜜热水、吃点心），展示了外国网友尝试中国生活方式的现象，目的是说明“Becoming Chinese”这一社交媒体趋势。 1．根据第三段“These lifestyles can bring calm and order in a fast-changing world. As Western societies face more and more uncertainty, people want to find new ways of living.”，可知西方人尝试中国生活方式，是为了在快节奏、不确定的世界中寻找平静与秩序。 2．根据第四段“This shows China’s growing soft power. It means foreigners are changing their minds: instead of just watching Chinese culture from far away, they are now taking part in it.”，可知这一趋势体现了中国文化影响力的增强。 3．根据最后一段“The trend is a natural result of this influence, US tech magazine wired said.”，可知Wired杂志认为，这一趋势是中国产品长期影响西方生活的自然结果，因此是意料之中、正常的现象。 4．全文围绕“Becoming Chinese”趋势展开，阐述了其表现、背后原因，以及这一趋势所反映的中国软实力的提升，因此主旨是这一趋势体现了中国日益增长的软实力。 Passage 4 （25-26八下·广东省广州市天河区第八十九中学·阶段检测） Do you enjoy dancing? Many people do. Some of them, however, dance in unusual places. Yang Liu, a 24-year-old woman from Guizhou, dances on a piece of bamboo. Yang is an inheritor of bamboo drifting (独竹漂), an intangible cultural heritage in her hometown. Bamboo drifting has a history of 2,000 years. In the past, people used it to cross the river. Now, it becomes a traditional art. Yang started to learn bamboo drifting at the age of seven. The girl was always ill when she was very young. To have a strong body, her grandmother brought her into the world of bamboo drifting. Learning this traditional skill, in fact, is not easy. The bamboo is thin and slippery (滑). And it is never still because it never completely stops moving in the water. Keeping standing on the bamboo is very difficult. Yang fell into the water and got hurt again and again. But with the help of her family and a love for this “cool skill”, the girl didn’t give up. She always climbed back onto the bamboo. Yang put herself into learning how to do bamboo drifting all year round, even in the cold of winter and the heat of summer. After three years of hard practice, she could finally stand on the bamboo. But Yang didn’t stop there. She had the idea of dancing on the bamboo drifting. She went on practicing many difficult acts on her bamboo and went through all kinds of difficulties along with it. Now, Yang has made a name for herself as a dancer on the bamboo. She is busy performing this traditional art and she has performed in more than 30 cities in 2023. It’s difficult to get the tickets to enjoy her performance. Thanks to the people like her, Chinese traditional skills pass down from our ancestors (祖先). 1．People in the past used bamboo drifting to ________. A．perform to others B．cross the river C．make money D．have fun 2．What does “still” in the third paragraph mean? A．变化的 B．摇晃的 C．静止的 D．危险的 3．Which of the following is not the reason that made Yang successful? A．Her love for this cool skill. B．The help of her family. C．Three years of hard practice. D．The difficulty in learning the dance 4．According to the article, which of the following is true? A．Yang is very popular because of bamboo drifting. B．Yang’s grandmother was strict with Yang. C．It’s not difficult to learn bamboo drifting. D．Yang began to learn bamboo drifting at eight. 5．We may read the passage from ________. A．a history book B．a notebook C．a birthday card D．a newspaper 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文主要讲述贵州“独竹漂”非遗传承人杨柳的故事。她通过不断努力练习，学会了在独竹漂上舞蹈，展现传统文化的传承与创新。 【详解】 1．根据第二段第四句“In the past, people used it to cross the river.”可知，在过去人们使用独竹漂是为了过河。 2．根据第三段“And it is never still because it never completely stops moving in the water.”可知，竹子又细又滑，永远不会完全停止在水中移动，所以此处“still”表示“静止的”。 3．根据第三段“But with the help of her family and a love for this ‘cool skill’, the girl didn’t give up.”和“After three years of hard practice, she could finally stand on the bamboo.”可知，杨成功的原因是对这项技能的热爱、家人的帮助以及自己的努力。 4．根据第五段第一句“Now, Yang has made a name for herself as a dancer on the bamboo.”可知，杨因为竹子漂流很受欢迎。 5．结合全文，本文主要讲述了杨女士学习在竹子上跳舞的经过，最有可能在报纸上读到这篇文章。 Passage 5 In a sunny workshop in Tengchong, Yunnan, a root carving (根雕) artist Chen Xing works carefully with tools along the natural lines of special roots. He has worked on this art for more than 30 years. He set a Guinness World Record for the largest root carving show, with 3,666 works. He connects natural beauty with Chinese culture and makes the ancient art of root carving better known. Chen’s art shows the idea of “peace between man and nature”. Over the past 20 years, he has built a creation center in Yunnan. He and his team have made nearly 20,000 works. The 3,666 pieces for the record were all chosen and shaped by himself. Many of his works come from traditional Chinese culture, such as Confucius and ancient novels. It took him over ten years to finish 800 arhats (罗汉), each with a different look. What’s more, he created the 108 heroes from Water Margin (《水浒传》). Root carving is an art of subtraction. Artists follow the natural shape of roots and cut off unnecessary parts to show their beauty. Chen respects (尊重) nature and never changes it too much. Chen also teaches the young this traditional skill. He says it needs patience and time to learn well. With his Guinness World Record, Chen helps Chinese root carving become famous around the world. His works keep traditional Chinese culture and natural beauty alive. 1．What made Chen Xing set a Guinness World Record? A．His largest root carving show. B．His nearly 20,000 root carving works. C．His 30 years of hard work on root carving. D．His special tools for making root carvings. 2．How does the writer show Chen’s achievements in Paragraph 2? A．By using famous sayings. B．By listing numbers. C．By making comparisons. D．By giving examples. 3．What does the underlined word “subtraction” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Adding something up. B．Getting something back. C．Taking something away. D．Joining something together. 4．What is the best title (标题) for the text? A．Root Carving: An Art of Subtraction B．Tengchong: A City for Root Carving C．Guinness Record: A Prize for Root Carving D．Chen Xing: A Great Root Carving Artist 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了根雕艺术家陈兴在云南腾冲从事根雕艺术30多年，他创造了吉尼斯世界纪录，其作品融合自然美与中国文化，他还向年轻人教授这门技艺的故事。文章体现了他对传统文化传承及人与自然和谐理念的践行。 【详解】 1．根据文章第一段中“He set a Guinness World Record for the largest root carving show, with 3,666 works”，说明陈兴是凭借规模最大的根雕展创下了吉尼斯世界纪录。 2．根据文章第二段中“20 years”、“nearly 20,000 works”、“3,666 pieces”等数据，通过列数字的方式展现了陈兴的成就。 3．根据文章第四段中“an art of subtraction”，并说明艺术家会“cut off unnecessary parts”，即去掉多余的部分，因此“subtraction”意为“减去、去除”。 4．全文围绕根雕艺术家陈兴的经历、成就、作品理念和传承贡献展开，因此最佳标题为“Chen Xing: A Great Root Carving Artist”。 Passage 6 （25-26八下·广东广州市越秀区育才实验学校·阶段检测） Cantonese Opera, with a history of over 500 years, is one of China’s most important cultural treasures. It started in Guangdong during the Ming Dynasty. It mixes singing, acting, martial arts, and acrobatics into a lively performance art. Known as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2006, it not only shows the local culture of Guangzhou but also connects Cantonese communities around the world. In its early days, Cantonese Opera was performed in the Central Plains dialects (方言).To make it easier for local audiences to understand, artists began using Cantonese in the late Qing Dynasty. During the 1911 Revolution, artists spread patriotic ideas and encouraged people to fight against bad traditions in their shows. After 1949, the Chinese government helped protect this art by building theatres like the Guangdong Cantonese Opera Theatre and training new artists. Cantonese Opera expresses cultural values through its stories and symbolic colors. Famous stories such as The Purple Hairpin teach values like loyalty, family love, and kindness, making it both interesting and educational. Over time, the art has developed unique features. Performers use colorful makeup and costumes—red for loyalty, black for honesty, and white for cleverness—though simpler “red-white face” makeup is more common today. Costumes have changed from Ming Dynasty styles to beautifully embroidered designs, helping actors show different roles through their clothing. Today, Cantonese Opera is still popular not only in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao but also in overseas Chinese communities. It shows the beauty of Chinese traditional art. Through TV and modern stages, this ancient art continues to share Chinese stories and values with young people. 1．What can we learn about Cantonese Opera? A．It has a history of nearly 500 years. B．It only shows the local culture of Guangzhou. C．It mixes different art forms together to create a new form of art. D．It became an international intangible cultural heritage in 2006. 2．Why did artists start using Cantonese instead of the Central Plains dialect? A．To follow the government rules. B．To make the performances simpler. C．To make it much more popular. D．To help audiences understand better. 3．What does the colour red stand for in Cantonese Opera makeup? A．Honesty. B．Cleverness. C．Loyalty. D．Beauty. 4．What is the correct order of the following events about Cantonese Opera? a. Guangdong Cantonese Opera Theater was built. b. It spread patriotic ideas through the show. c. It was performed in the Central Plains dialect. d. It was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. e. It first appeared in Guangdong. A．d-a-c-b-e B．e-b-a-c-d C．e-c-b-a-d D．d-e-c-b-a 5．According to the passage, how does Cantonese Opera stay popular with modern audiences? A．By using more languages such as English. B．By making old costumes with simpler designs. C．By showing the traditions through modern stages. D．By performing only in overseas Chinese communities. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．C 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了粤剧的发展历程，艺术特色和文化价值。 1．第一段提到“It mixes singing, acting, martial arts, and acrobatics into a lively performance art.”，粤剧是将不同艺术形式结合在一起。 2．第二段提到“To make it easier for local audiences to understand, artists began using Cantonese in the late Qing Dynasty.”，为了让当地观众更好的理解，开始使用粤语。 3．第三段提到“red for loyalty, black for honesty, and white for cleverness”，所以红色代表忠诚。 4．根据第一段和第二段可知，粤剧最早出现在广东，早期用中原方言表演，1911年辛亥革命期间传播爱国思想，1949年后广东粤剧院建立，2006年被列为国家级非物质文化遗产。因此正确顺序为e-c-b-a-d。 5．最后一段提到“Through TV and modern stages, this ancient art continues to share Chinese stories and values with young people.”，粤剧通过电视和现代化舞台向人们传递中国故事和价值观，仍然受到人们的喜爱。 话题5 动物保护与生态平衡 Passage 1 （24-25八下·广东省深圳市南山区·期末） Two summers ago, a whale named Rounder gave birth near the island of Dominica. When the baby was about to be born, eleven other whales from her family swam over to help. They made clicks to communicate with one another. After the baby was born, the whales helped her reach the surface (表面) of the water to breathe by holding her. They stayed with her until she was strong enough to swim by herself. Today, scientists are trying to understand the language of whales. They are using new technology to record and study the sounds that whales make. These sounds may express feelings such as care, pain, or joy. If we can understand them, we may learn more about how whales live and how they feel. A scientist named David Gruber started a program called CETI. His team includes experts in language, biology, and AI. Their work builds on several years of findings in animal communication, not only in whales but across the animal world. They hope to develop a tool to change whale sounds into human words. This work may help us protect animals better. For example, whales use sound to find food and stay in touch with their families. However, noise from ships and machines in the ocean can make life difficult for them. If we can understand what animals are saying, we may be able to make better rules to keep their world safe. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By telling a story. B．By asking a question. C．By listing numbers. D．By showing feelings. 2．What did the whales do after the baby was born? A．They left the baby alone in the sea. B．They helped the baby find seafood. C．They taught the baby to make sounds. D．They helped the baby develop life skills. 3．What can we learn about the program CETI? A．It finds how whales give birth. B．It studies animal communication. C．It endangers the sea environment. D．It is led by scientists from the UK. 4．What can we infer from the underlined sentence? A．Ocean noise has no effect on whales. B．Ships help whales find their way home. C．Human activities harm whales’ daily life. D．Whales enjoy the loud sound in the ocean. 5．What kind of text is this passage? A．A historical story. B．A book review. C．A scientific article. D．A travel guide. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．C 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了鲸鱼的社会行为、科学家对鲸鱼语言的研究以及相关研究的意义。 【详解】 1．细节理解题。根据“Two summers ago, a whale named Rounder gave birth near the island of Dominica...”可知，作者通过讲述鲸鱼Rounder产崽的故事引出话题。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“After the baby was born, the whales helped her reach the surface of the water to breathe by holding her. They stayed with her until she was strong enough to swim by herself.”可知，鲸鱼们帮助幼鲸掌握呼吸、游泳等生存技能。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“His team includes experts in language, biology, and AI. Their work builds on several years of findings in animal communication... They hope to develop a tool to change whale sounds into human words.”可知，CETI项目研究动物交流，尤其是鲸鱼的声音。故选B。 4．词句猜测题。根据划线句“However, noise from ships and machines in the ocean can make life difficult for them.”可知，海洋中船只和机器的噪音让鲸鱼生活困难，可推断人类活动（如船只、机器）危害了鲸鱼的日常生活。故选C。 5．推理判断题。文章介绍了科学家对鲸鱼语言的研究、相关项目（CETI）及研究意义，属于科学类文章。故选C。 Passage 2 Many kinds of animals are in danger now. Here are some examples. Giant pandas live in the forests in China. Outside China, they are only in zoos. They eat almost only one kind of food—bamboo. Keeping a giant panda in the zoo is difficult because it must have bamboo to eat. Asian elephants have much smaller ears than African elephants. They live in the forests. There are only fewer than 3,000 Ceylon elephants (a kind of Asian elephant) in the world now. Tigers belong to the cat family. They get animals like deer for food. Tigers are in danger because people cut down the forests and hunt for them. People hunt them for their beautiful fur. Today there are fewer than 4,000 tigers in the wild. The European otters (水獭) live in Europe. They have soft, brown fur. They are about 75 cm long. Their tails are half as long as their bodies. They have small and round ears. Today people still hunt the poor animals for their fur. 1．If you want to visit a giant panda in America, where should you go? A．To the zoos. B．To the forests. C．To the parks. D．To the mountains. 2．Why do tigers become fewer and fewer? A．Because they don’t have enough food to eat. B．Because the weather is not as good as before. C．Because they can’t have babies in the zoo. D．Because people destroy their living places and hunt them for their fur. 3．Which of the following is TRUE? A．It’s easy to keep giant pandas in the zoo. B．Tigers can hunt big animals like lions for food. C．An African elephant’s ears are much bigger than an Asian elephant’s. D．The European otter has small and long ears. 4．What can we know from the material? A．People begin to protect the European otters. B．The number of the European otters is becoming smaller and smaller. C．All the animals in danger need to live in zoos. D．People begin to plant trees, so the tigers will have enough places to live. 5．What’s the best title for the material? A．Animals in danger B．Animals around the world C．Large animals D．People and animals 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文开篇点明核心主题 —— 许多动物正处于濒危状态，随后以大熊猫、亚洲象（锡兰象）、老虎、欧洲水獭为例，分别介绍了这几种动物的栖息地、外形特征、生活习性，以及它们面临的濒危原因（如人类猎杀、栖息地被破坏等），清晰展现了濒危动物的生存现状。 【详解】 1．第二段指出：“Giant pandas live in the forests in China. Outside China, they are only in zoos.”，这直接说明中国以外的地方，大熊猫只生活在动物园里，美国属于中国以外的国家，因此应该去动物园。 2．第四段指出：“Tigers are in danger because people cut down the forests and hunt for them. People hunt them for their beautiful fur.”，这直接说明老虎数量越来越少的原因是人们砍伐森林（破坏它们的栖息地）并为了它们的皮毛猎杀它们。 3．第三段指出：“Asian elephants have much smaller ears than African elephants.”，这直接说明亚洲象的耳朵比非洲象小得多，即非洲象的耳朵比亚洲象大得多，与选项表述一致。 4．第五段指出：“Today people still hunt the poor animals for their fur.”，人们持续猎杀欧洲水獭，由此可推断它们的数量会越来越少。 4．第一段开篇即点明主题：“Many kinds of animals are in danger now, Here are some examples.”，后文围绕大熊猫、亚洲象、老虎、欧洲水獭这几种濒危动物展开介绍，因此最佳标题是“濒危动物”。 Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市光明区高级中学·阶段检测） I stood on the wide grassland of Kazakhstan. My heart raced as we prepared to open the transport crate. Inside were seven Przewalski’s horses. They were the last truly wild horses in the world, and we were about to bring them home. My journey with these horses began years ago in a zoo. I remember looking into the eyes of a Przewalski’s horse named Hope. Her ancestors once ran freely across the land of Asia. But by the mid-20th century, hunting had nearly made them die out, only about 30 remained in zoos. Many believed they were already a memory of the past. But we didn’t give up. An international team of scientists started a breeding program. We kept a detailed “family book” for every horse to ensure healthy future generations. Hope was one of the first healthy horses born under this program. The real challenge was returning them to the wild. We chose the Golden Steppe in Kazakhstan similar to their ancient home. But getting them there was a difficult task. The journey took over 20 hours by air and road. We had to carefully use sedatives. Too much, they might not wake up properly; too little, they could panic and hurt themselves. I stayed by Hope’s crate the whole flight, speaking softly to her. Now, the moment had come. As the crate door was lowered, Hope took a careful step forward, then she suddenly ran across the land she had never seen but somehow knew. As the second and third horses ran into the steppe, they turned back and looked at us as if to say, “Thank you.” Tears filled my eyes. We had not just saved a species. We had given a lost king of the grassland its crown back. 1．The author is probably a member of   . A．a local travel company B．a horse riding club C．a protection program D．a film group 2．What was the main purpose of the “family book”? A．To record the numbers of horses. B．To ensure baby horses’ health. C．To choose the best living places. D．To give each horse a special name. 3．The underlined word “sedatives” refers to . A．special foods for long journeys B．medicines to keep calm C．tools to listen to heart beats D．unique doors in the crate 4．From the last paragraph, what we did for the horses led to . A．making them famous again B．returning their natural home C．building a protected area D．getting back their health 5．What would be the best title for the passage? A．A Future Program B．An Unexpected Choice C．The First Wild Horse D．The Long Journey Home 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者参与普氏野马保护项目，从繁育到将最后一批真正的野生普氏野马放归哈萨克斯坦草原的漫长历程，传递了物种保护的意义与“归乡”的使命。 1．原文第3段“An international team of scientists started a breeding program. We kept a detailed ‘family book’ for every horse to ensure healthy future generations.”，作者参与了普氏野马繁育、放归野外等核心保护工作，因此属于“保护项目”成员。 2．原文第3段“We kept a detailed ‘family book’ for every horse to ensure healthy future generations.”，“家族簿”的直接目的是保障后代马匹的健康。 3．原文第4段“Too much, they might not wake up properly; too little, they could panic and hurt themselves.”，sedatives的作用是让马匹在运输中保持镇定，剂量不当会导致无法苏醒或恐慌受伤，因此是 “让马匹保持镇定的药物”。 4．原文第5段“Hope took a careful step forward, then she suddenly ran across the land she had never seen but somehow knew. As the second and third horses ran into the steppe…”，最终马匹成功跑出运输箱，回到了草原自然栖息地。 5．原文第1段“we were about to bring them home”，第5段放归草原，全文贯穿“回家”的主线，文章核心是普氏野马从濒临灭绝、繁育到最终放归草原的漫长“回家之旅”，D选项最贴合主题。 Passage 4 Scientists in Australia have used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help them save an endangered tiny bird called the Plains - wanderer, which lives in Australia’s grasslands, not just any grasslands. Plains - wanderers are picky. There can’t be too much grass or too little. For this reason, scientists sometimes call them the “Goldilocks” of animals. The birds were common in eastern Australia. But that’s changed, as grasslands have been turned into farms and cities. As a result, the birds’ number has fallen by over 85% in recent years. Scientists believe there are now only 250 to 1,000 of the birds left in the wild. Zoos Victoria, an organization that aims to save the bird, says, “There is no bird like it in the world.” The strange little birds are only about six inches tall. They’re not good at flying, so they spend most of their time on the ground. When they are afraid, they try to sit to hide themselves. One more thing that makes Plains - wanderers unusual is that the females are larger, and are in charge of protecting their home. The male birds are smaller and take care of the eggs. To protect these birds, scientists first had to learn where they were. So Zoos Victoria worked with Queensland University of Technology on a plan to look for the birds. Since Plains - wanderers are hard to find, the team chose to “listen” for the birds instead. Female Plains-wanderers make an unusual “Ooom” call, and this was the key to finding them. Thirty-five special recording machines called “song meters” were set up to record all the sounds made in nine different areas where Plains-wanderers could possibly have been. The song meters collected tens of hours of recordings and then the data was processed by an AI system. Happily, the AI system discovered Plains-wanderer calls coming from two of the places. Chris Hartnett, who works with Zoos Victoria, said it was like “finding gold”. It’s the first time in over 30 years that the Plains-wanderer has been found in the west of Melbourne. The new information will help scientists protect the birds. And the researchers are still “listening” — using song meters and AI to try to find more of these Goldilocks birds. 1．Why are the Plains-wanderers sometimes considered as “Goldilocks” by the scientist? A．Because they almost disappear. B．Because they require a special living environment. C．Because there is no enough grassland for them to live in. D．Because they are tiny Australian birds with gold feathers. 2．What can we learn about the Plains-wanderers from the passage? A．The Plains-wanderers are too short to run on the ground. B．The number of the Plains-wanderers has increased in these years. C．The Plains-wanderers are able to hide themselves to the forest when they are in fear. D．The female Plains-wanderers are used to taking more responsibilities to guard their nest. 3．How did the scientists find the Plains-wanderers in the wild? A．They used an AI system to learn the birds’ footprints. B．They set up several machines to locate the birds’ calls. C．They visited a university to look up information of the birds. D．They designed a plan to look for the birds’ sounds with zoo - keepers. 4．Where can we probably find this passage? A．A comic strip. B．A science fiction. C．A nature report. D．A fashion magazine. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要讲述科学家利用AI技术保护濒危鸟类的研究。 【详解】 1．细节理解题。根据“Plains - wanderers are picky. There can’t be too much grass or too little. For this reason, scientists sometimes call them the ‘Goldilocks’ of animals.”可知，领鹑对栖息地要求严格，不能太多也不能太少草，因此被称为“Goldilocks”。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“One more thing that makes Plains - wanderers unusual is that the females are larger, and are in charge of protecting their home. The male birds are smaller and take care of the eggs.”可知，雌性领鹑体型较大，负责保护家园。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“Thirty-five special recording machines called ‘song meters’ were set up to record all the sounds…the data was processed by an AI system”和“using song meters and AI to try to find more of these Goldilocks birds”可知，科学家使用录音设备定位鸟叫声。故选B。 4．推理判断题。全文主要讲述了科学家如何使用AI技术保护濒危鸟类，属于自然保护领域的内容，最可能出现在自然报告类文章中。故选C。 话题6 太空探索与航天科技 Passage 1 Waving her 5-year-old daughter goodbye, Wang Yaping, together with Zhai Zhigang and Ye Guangfu, went into space aboard the Shenzhou XIII on October 16. The 41-year-old Wang became the first female astronaut to enter Tiangong space station. During their six-month stay, Wang, along with Zhai and Ye, did experiments and set up robotic arms. Wang also did the first spacewalk as a Chinese woman, reported Xinhua. Wang’s space dream started in 2003, when China sent its first astronaut Yang Liwei into space. After flying for 1,600 hours over nine years safely, Wang became an astronaut in 2010. She pushed herself hard, getting the same training as men. “The space environment won’t change because you are a woman.” she told Xinhua. The hardest part is the high-G training. Sitting in a spinning (旋转的) machine, Wang would become blind for a while because her brain was short of blood. “There’s a red button,” said Wang. “If you can’t go on, you can press it to stop.” But Wang never used it. “There is no such red button in my heart.” That strong spirit finally led to realizing her dream in 2013. She joined the team for the Shenzhou X mission. Wang said that as astronauts, women have their own advantages. “Women seem to be more patient and can better deal with loneliness. Women’s hearts are also easier to get used to the weightless environment, making them more suitable for long-term missions.” Old NASA astronaut Catherine Coleman sent a greeting to Wang before the Shenzhou XIII trip. Coleman said, “When you look out the window and see the stars and the Earth, billions of women will be looking out that window with you.” Wang carries the spirit of every young woman who dreams of something big. 1．What does Wang’s words mean in Paragraph 2? A．The space environment is not easy to change. B．Both male and female astronauts can go to space. C．It’s harder for a woman to live in space than a man. D．Men and women will face the same difficulties in space. 2．Why didn’t Wang press the red button? A．Because it was dangerous. B．Because she became blind. C．Because she wanted to try her best. D．Because her brain was short of blood. 3．Which of the following best describes Wang Yaping according to the passage? A．Clever. B．Hard-working. C．Friendly. D．Warm-hearted. 4．What’s the purpose of the last paragraph? A．To praise Wang for setting an example for women. B．To show how lucky Wang is to see the planet we live on. C．To suggest Wang will invite other women to be with her. D．To tell that Wang helps many women realize their dreams. 5．What advantage do women have in long-term space missions? A．They have stronger bodies. B．They are less patient. C．They get used to weightlessness more easily. D．They need less training. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了王亚平成为中国首位进入天宫空间站的女宇航员的相关事迹，包括她的太空梦起源、训练过程、自身优势等。 1．第二段提到王亚平说“The space environment won’t change because you are a woman.”，意思是太空环境不会因为你是女性而改变，这表明在太空中男女面临的困难是一样的。 2．第三段提到“But Wang never used it. ‘There is no such red button in my heart.’ That strong spirit finally led to realizing her dream in 2013.”，说明王亚平不按红色按钮是因为她想尽力实现自己的梦想。 3．第二段提到“After flying for 1,600 hours over nine years safely, Wang became an astronaut in 2010. She pushed herself hard, getting the same training as men.”，以及第三段描述她面对高难度训练不放弃，这些都体现了她努力、勤奋的特点，B选项符合。 4．最后一段提到“Wang carries the spirit of every young woman who dreams of something big.”，说明王亚平为有梦想的女性树立了榜样，是对她的赞扬。 5．第四段提到“Women’s hearts are also easier to get used to the weightless environment, making them more suitable for long-term missions.”，说明女性在长期太空任务中的优势是更容易适应失重环境。 Passage 2 （25-26八下·广东深圳外国语学校·阶段检测） Being an astronaut sounds cool, as they can float in zero gravity (重力) and do amazing things in space. However, the weightless environment also brings a lot of trouble. Sadly, astronauts cannot even cry properly to show their feelings. Although astronauts can produce tears, crying is much more difficult in space. Without gravity, tears do not flow down from the eyes as they do on Earth. Instead, they just stick to the eyes. In 2011, astronaut Andrew Feustel had such an experience during a spacewalk. He said his tears just stayed in his eyes and would not fall off. Tears stuck in the eyes not only make vision unclear but also cause physical pain. On Earth, tears usually comfort the eyes, but in the dry space environment, sudden wetness from tears brings pain instead of comfort. Feustel even said his right eye hurt badly. To solve this problem, astronauts can wipe tears against their helmets. They can also wait until the tears grow big enough to break free and float around. In fact, many simple daily activities become hard in space. Astronauts cannot talk directly, eat or drink in normal ways. They cannot even burp (打嗝), because there is no gravity to keep food in their stomach. According to the UK National Space Center, burping in space may even lead to vomiting (呕吐). We often take these small daily things for granted on Earth, but they become big problems in space. After experiencing all these difficulties, only space explorers can truly understand the importance of gravity and sincerely say, “Gravity, you’re the best.” 1．Why is it difficult for astronauts to cry in space? A．Because they cannot produce tears at all. B．Because tears don’t drop from their eyes. C．Because tears flow downward too quickly. D．Because the space environment stops sadness. 2．How do astronauts possibly deal with the tears? A．They wait for them to dry out. B．They use a towel to wipe them off. C．They rub their eyes against their helmet. D．They shut and open their eyes to make them fall. 3．Why is burping mentioned in paragraph 4? A．To explain how astronauts eat and drink in space. B．To prove that vomiting is common in space travel. C．To show that astronauts have fun activities in space. D．To give an example of a difficult daily activity in space. 4．What can we infer from the last paragraph about space explorers? A．They regret staying in space for too long. B．They prefer space because of zero gravity. C．They think life in space is more dangerous. D．They value gravity more than ordinary people. 5．Where does the passage probably come from? A．A science magazine. B．A research paper. C．A science fiction novel. D．A travel guidebook. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇科普说明文，介绍了宇航员在太空零重力环境中面临的特殊挑战，如眼泪无法正常滑落、日常活动（打嗝、吃喝等）受限制等，主要考查学生对文章细节信息的定位、理解与推理判断能力。 【详解】 1．根据第二段第二句“Without gravity, tears do not flow down from the eyes as they do on Earth. Instead, they just stick to the eyes.”可知，太空中哭泣困难是因为眼泪不会从眼睛里掉下来。 2．根据第三段倒数第二句“To solve this problem, astronauts can wipe tears against their helmets.”可知，宇航员可以通过将眼泪在头盔上摩擦来清除眼泪。 3．根据第四段第一句“In fact, many simple daily activities become hard in space.”以及后文列举的谈话、饮食和打嗝等例子可知，提到打嗝是为了举例说明太空中难以完成的日常活动。 4．根据最后一段第二句“After experiencing all these difficulties, only space explorers can truly understand the importance of gravity...”可知，与普通地球人相比，太空探索者因亲身经历而更珍视重力。 5．纵观全文，文章介绍了太空失重环境对宇航员生理活动（如流泪、打嗝）的影响，引用了真实宇航员的经历和权威机构（英国国家航天中心）的说法，语言通俗易懂，属于科普类文章，最可能出自科学杂志。 Passage 3 （25-26八下·广东省深圳市罗湖区·阶段检测） On April 6, 2025, four astronauts took a historic photo inside the Orion spacecraft. This was not just a photo—it marked the start of NASA’s Artemis II mission, the first manned (载人的) flight to circle the moon in over 50 years. The crew included three NASA astronauts and one Canadian astronaut. Their 10-day journey aimed to test the Orion spacecraft’s life-support systems and practice moves needed for future moon landings. These tasks are important for preparing humans for deep space travel. Artemis II is NASA’s first manned mission under the Artemis program. It follows the unmanned Artemis I mission in November 2022. While Artemis II will only circle the moon in 2027, Artemis IV plans an actual moon landing in 2028. The program has bigger goals than the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin first walked on the moon. NASA now hopes to create a long-term human stay on the moon. Resources found there could even help humans travel to Mars and beyond. The new space race is heating up. China plans to land astronauts by 2030, and India successfully landed a spacecraft in August 2023. Private companies like SpaceX are also joining the competition. The moon is becoming a busy destination once again. 1．What did the April 6 photo show? A．The first human walking on the moon. B．The start of a new moon mission. C．The landing of a spacecraft on the moon. D．The return of astronauts from deep space. 2．How long will the Artemis II journey last? A．About 8 days. B．About 10 days. C．About 30 days. D．About 50 years. 3．What is the main purpose of the Artemis II mission? A．To land on the moon and collect rocks directly. B．To test systems and prepare for future landings. C．To build a space station on the moon soon. D．To travel directly to Mars from the Earth. 4．What makes the Artemis program different from Apollo 11? A．It uses newer spacecraft and technology. B．It includes astronauts from more than one country. C．It aims for long-term human stay on the moon. D．It plans to land on Mars first. 5．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Only the US is interested in the moon. B．China has already landed astronauts on the moon. C．India was the first country to land on the moon. D．More countries are joining the new space race. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文介绍了NASA的Artemis II任务，这是一次时隔50多年首次载人绕月飞行任务，介绍了任务crew（全体乘务员/全体机组人员）、目标及意义，同时提及Artemis计划的更大目标以及新的太空竞赛现状。 1．第一段“This was not just a photo—it marked the start of NASA’s Artemis II mission...”,说明4月6日的照片标志着新的登月任务的开始。 2．第二段“Their 10-day journey aimed to test...”，说明Artemis II任务将持续大约10天。 3．第二段“Their 10-day journey aimed to test the Orion spacecraft’s life-support systems and practice moves needed for future moon landings.”，说明Artemis II任务的主要目的是测试系统并为未来的着陆做准备。 4．第四段“NASA now hopes to create a long-term human stay on the moon”，表明Artemis计划与Apollo 11的不同之处在于它旨在实现人类在月球上的长期停留。 5．最后一段“China plans to land astronauts by 2030, and India successfully landed a spacecraft in August 2023. Private companies like SpaceX are also joining the competition”，说明越来越多的国家正在加入新的太空竞赛。 话题7：科幻想象与未知世界 Passage 1 Me: Hello, Television Viewers! I am Aziza Bellamy, and thanks for watching. I want to especially thank you, Ms. Bertha, for agreeing to this interview on live television. It’s a pleasure to meet you, the first-known trans-galactic visitor to Earth. Now, I understand that you are from a planet called Zadernol? Bertha: Just call me Miss Bertha or Bertha, please, but not “Ms. ” Me: Okay, sorry about that. So, you’ve been on Earth for about a week now. What have been your biggest disappointments or challenges so far? Bertha: It’s not the worst planet I’ve ever been to. Mercury was much worse. The aliens— oops, I mean humans, have been unkind, overall. The family I’m staying with, for example, were nice at first. But now they roll their eyes whenever I open my mouth to say anything. They’re not interested in any of my stories. And I think they may be trying to avoid me. Worst of all, they make me wash my own dishes and bathe myself. They’re so rude. Me: Oh, um. . . wow. That’s just. . . Bertha: I am used to having high standards when I choose where to stay, by the way. I have stayed with royalty and presidents on other planets. And they all adored (崇拜) me and begged me not to leave. But I gave this human family a chance to host me. I mean, really, they should be grateful that I selected them, of all the people on Earth, to wash my clothes and cook my meals and entertain (款待) me. Me: Well, what you’re saying is surprising, Bertha. Do you think it’s possible that this family just wants you to pitch in a little, to be a good guest? Bertha: It’s odd to me that you’re not agreeing with me. If you were smarter, you’d agree with me. That’s another thing. Everyone on Zadernol is smarter than the smartest person on Earth. Earth is below me. Me: You know what. Bertha? I’m starting to see why you’re so unhappy here on Earth. You’re just a boastful (自夸的), spoiled alien. 1．Who is hosting the interview? A．Aziza Bellamy. B．Bertha. C．A trans-galactic visitor. D．A president. 2．Which of the following sentences from the passage is an opinion? A．Well, what you’re saying is surprising, Bertha. B．So, you’ve been on Earth for about a week now. C．I have stayed with royalty and presidents on other planets. D．But now they roll their eyes whenever I open my mouth to say anything. 3．From the passage, we know that Aziza is ________. A．proud of Bertha B．interested in Zademol C．dissatisfied with Bertha D．scared of Bertha’s words 4．What might Aziza write in his diary about the interview? A．Talking to Bertha was great fun. I now know much about Zademol. B．We should try to improve our earth as Berthas hometown is much better. C．The interview was interesting. But I dislike the family Bertha is staying with. D．It was an unusual interview, and an unexpected experience as well. 5．We can learn from the passage that ________. A．being boastful will win us few friends B．there are many good reasons to be boastful C．people who boast a lot are better than others D．boasting a lot is a good way to get people to like us 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 4．D 5．A 【分析】这是一篇访谈，主要是阿齐扎·贝拉米采访外星人伯莎，伯莎描述在地球的生活，自夸的言行让主持人很不满。 【详解】 1．细节理解题。根据“Me: Hello, Television Viewers! I am Aziza Bellamy, and thanks for watching”可知主持采访的人是Aziza Bellamy。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“I am used to having high standards when I choose where to stay...to wash my clothes and cook my meals and entertain me”可知，Bertha表达了自己的想法和态度，而“what you’re saying is surprising”是对Bertha说的话的评价。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据 “You know what. Bertha? I’m starting to see why you’re so unhappy here on Earth. You’re just a boastful, spoiled alien”可知主持人对Bertha很不满意。故选C。 4．推理判断题。伯莎没有讲述自己星球的生活，A选项“I now know much about Zademol”表述错误；B选项“We should try to improve our earth”文中没有明确的线索，表述错误；根据“Do you think it’s possible that this family just wants you to pitch in a little, to be a good guest”可知C选项“I dislike the family Bertha is staying with”表述错误。根据“what you’re saying is surprising, Bertha.”“It’s odd to me that you’re not agreeing with me.”以及“I’m starting to see why you’re so unhappy here on Earth. You’re just a boastful , spoiled alien”可知主持人觉得和一个外星人访谈是很不寻常的与预料之外的经历。故选D。 5．推理判断题。根据“You’re just a boastful, spoiled alien”可知Bertha的自夸让主持人很不满，A选项“being boastful will win us few friends”自夸让人没什么朋友符合题意。故选A。 Passage 2 Technology has the power to do many things, including changing the world we live in and the way we live. We are lucky to live in a time when science and technology can help us make our lives easier and rethink the ways to improve our daily lives. Robots in space and in the workplace Some countries are sending robots of different shapes and sizes into space. As technology progresses, this makes sense. Robots don’t need to worry about oxygen to breathe or food to eat and they can be packed full of sensors (传感器) to send data back to the Earth. Robots can take on the more difficult, dangerous and boring jobs. They can also operate more quickly, efficiently and with fewer mistakes too. Smart mirrors that check your health A quick look in the mirror each morning gives you an idea on how you’re feeling and looking to the outside world. In the future the smart mirrors could check you and tell you about health problems. And they can show the information to you on the mirror at once. It might help you prepare. Roads over rivers Space is running out quickly, especially in crowded city spaces. This way shows a future. Roads and living spaces will move out over the waters. When self-driving cars do all the work and are fast enough, journeys across the oceans this way might come to our life. Lab-grown meat Lab-grown meat is a real thing that’s already being worked on. If scientists can grow meat in the lab, it will change the way we live and eat forever. This change can not only ________ the damage meat farming does to the world, but also offer meat that many people could enjoy. 1．What do we know from the sentence “Robots don’t need to worry about oxygen to breathe or food to eat and they can be packed full of sensors to send data back to the Earth.”? A．Robots can be sent to any place in space. B．Robots can deal with all the problems in space. C．Robots have more advantages than humans in space. D．Robots have different shapes, sizes and colors. 2．What role will the smart mirror play? A． B． C． D． 3．Where will the self-driving cars run in the future? A．On the roads over the waters. B．On the roads under the waters. C．On the surface of the ocean. D．On the roads across mountains. 4．Which phrase can we use to fill in the “________” of the last paragraph? A．write down B．fall down C．put down D．cut down 5．What’s the main idea of the whole passage? A．New places to live in the future. B．Technology that will change our life. C．New technology to keep us healthy. D．Ways to help us live comfortably. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了未来科技对我们的生活的影响。 1．第二段第三句直接给出机器人优势：“Robots don’t need to worry about oxygen to breathe or food to eat and they can be packed full of sensors to send data back to the Earth”，说明机器人在太空环境中，相比人类，无需氧气、食物，还能高效传输数据，拥有显著的工作和生存优势。 2．第三段明确介绍智能镜子的作用：“In the future the smart mirrors could check you and tell you about health problems. And they can show the information to you on the mirror at once”，这说明智能镜子的核心功能是监测健康、提示健康问题，和医生的角色功能直接对应。 3．第四段最后一句提到行驶地点：“When self-driving cars do all the work and are fast enough, journeys across the oceans this way might come to our life”，说明未来自动驾驶汽车会行驶在水上道路上。 4．设空处原句为“This change can not only ________ the damage meat farming does to the world, but also offer meat that many people could enjoy”，可知此处是在说明实验室培育肉的好处。句中提到了“the damage meat farming does to the world”，结合常识可知，实验室培育肉的环保价值在于减少传统肉类养殖对地球造成的危害，因此cut down“减少”最符合语境。write down“写下”、fall down“摔倒”、put down“放下”均不符合文意。 5．开篇第一句即点明主旨：“Technology has the power to do many things, including changing the world we live in and the way we live”，本文主要介绍的是未来能改变我们生活的科技。 话题8 时文阅读 Passage 1 In recent years, Pop Mart has become a well-known cultural thing, winning the love of young fans around the world. It’s more than just a normal toy store. It creates a magical world full of cute and creative characters that attract people with their charm. The most interesting part of Pop Mart is its blind boxes, which hold the excitement of not knowing what’s inside. When you buy a blind box, you’re full of a feeling of mystery, because you won’t know which character is inside until you open it. Usually, one series has 12 different characters and some are easier to get while others are not. There’s a special “hidden” character that’s very hard to find. This makes collecting them an exciting challenge. Many collectors really want to get the whole collection, especially those hard-to-find hidden characters. In 2023, Pop Mart sold over 10 million blind boxes just in China, showing how popular this idea is. The characters of Pop Mart are designed carefully. Designers get ideas from many things, like old fairy tales, history, and modern art. Take the famous Molly series as an example. Designed by a Hong Kong artist. Molly has big round eyes and a special hairstyle. Each Molly figure wears different clothes and has different themes, like space adventures, animals, and festivals. These beautifully made figures are so lovely that people like them as soon as they see them. Pop Mart has opened stores in many big cities around the world. These stores don’t only sell things. They also work as places where fans can get together. Here, people who love Pop Mart can meet, share stories about their collections, and trade figures. Pop Mart organizes a lot of events, such as fan meetings, design competitions. Through these activities, fans can feel closer to their favorite characters and become part of the Pop Mart community. 1．What makes Pop Mart different from a normal toy store? A．It only sells toys for young people. B．It creates a magical world with cute characters. C．It has the most expensive toys. D．It only sells toys online. 2．Why are blind boxes of Pop Mart so exciting? A．Because they are very cheap. B．Because you can see what’s inside before buying. C．Because you don’t know which character is inside until you open them. D．Because there is only one kind of character in each series. 3．How many different characters are there usually in one series of Pop Mart blind boxes? A．8. B．10. C．12. D．14. 4．What can we know about the Molly series? A．It is designed by a mainland Chinese artist. B．Molly figures all wear the same clothes. C．The ideas of Molly come from old fairy tales only. D．Molly has big round eyes and a special hairstyle. 5．What can fans do in Pop Mart stores? ① Sell things they don’t need.            ②Share stories about their collections. ③Trade figures with others.                ④Take part in design competitions. A．①②③ B．①②④ C．①③④ D．②③④ 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．D 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了泡泡玛特这一文化现象，其不仅是一个普通的玩具店，更创造了一个充满可爱和创意角色的神奇世界。文章详细介绍了泡泡玛特的盲盒、角色设计、全球店铺以及粉丝活动等内容，展现了泡泡玛特的独特魅力和受欢迎程度。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“It’s more than just a normal toy store. It creates a magical world full of cute and creative characters that attract people with their charm.”可知，泡泡玛特不仅仅是一个普通的玩具店，它创造了一个充满可爱和创意角色的神奇世界，这些角色以它们的魅力吸引着人们。因此，泡泡玛特与普通玩具店的不同之处在于它创造了一个充满可爱角色的神奇世界。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“The most interesting part of Pop Mart is its blind boxes, which hold the excitement of not knowing what’s inside. When you buy a blind box, you’re full of a feeling of mystery, because you won’t know which character is inside until you open it.”可知，泡泡玛特的盲盒最有趣的地方在于你不知道里面是什么，当你买盲盒时，你会充满神秘感，因为你直到打开它才知道里面是哪个角色。因此，泡泡玛特的盲盒如此令人兴奋是因为你直到打开它们才知道里面是哪个角色。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段“Usually, one series has 12 different characters...”可知，泡泡玛特盲盒的一个系列通常有12个不同的角色。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据第四段“Take the famous Molly series as an example. Designed by a Hong Kong artist. Molly has big round eyes and a special hairstyle.”可知，以著名的Molly系列为例，Molly由一位香港艺术家设计，她有一双大大的圆眼睛和特别的发型。因此，关于Molly系列，我们可以知道Molly有一双大大的圆眼睛和特别的发型。故选D。 5．细节理解题。根据最后一段“These stores don’t only sell things. 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