Unit 8 Making a Difference 单元话题（志愿服务）阅读理解进阶练15篇-2025-2026学年八年级英语下册重难点讲练全攻略（人教版）

**基本信息** 以“志愿服务”为主题，分基础、进阶、综合三层次设计15篇阅读理解，通过分层训练提升语言理解与表达能力，涵养社会责任感。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|题型特征|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |基础入门训练|5篇|细节理解（时间/活动/任务）|聚焦社区志愿服务基础信息，如活动安排、任务分工| |进阶拓展训练|5篇|推理判断（活动目的/志愿者要求）|拓展志愿服务类型，涉及动物救助、环保等，强化信息整合| |能力综合实践|5篇|主旨大意（志愿服务意义）|深入探讨志愿服务对个人与社会的影响，提升思维深度|

2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ Unit 8 Making a Difference 单元话题（志愿服务） 阅读理解进阶练15篇 说明：此专题分三个难度层次，基础入门训练<进阶拓展训练< 能力综合实践，老师根据学生实际情况进行针对性难度训练。 基础入门训练5篇 Dear neighbors, Our community will hold its Annual Charity Volunteer Day next Friday, April 18th. This year, we have prepared more meaningful activities for volunteers of all ages. Here is the detailed plan: Time Activity 7:45 a.m. Gather at the Community Hall 7:50-8:20 a.m. Sign in, choose groups and get volunteer kits 8:30 a.m. Board the group bus 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Do volunteer work 12:30 p.m. Return to the community for free lunch Group Tasks - Group 1: Visit the local orphanage. Play games with kids, help with homework, and give away books and stationery. - Group 2: Work at the Community Food Bank. Sort food, pack meal boxes, and send them to low-income families. - Group 3: Clean the neighborhood park. Pick up litter, clean benches, and plant flowers. - Group 4: Visit the elderly living alone. Help clean rooms, do shopping, and chat with them. Notice - All volunteers can get a free certificate and a water bottle. - Volunteers under 12 must come with an adult. - Call Ms. Wang at 877-2345 before April 15th to sign up. We look forward to your joining! The Community Committee 1．What time should volunteers gather? A．At 7:45 a.m. B．At 7:50 a.m. C．At 8:30 a.m. D．At 9:00 a.m. 2．How long will the volunteer work last? A．2 hours B．2.5 hours C．3 hours D．3.5 hours 3．How will volunteers go to the Food Bank? A．On foot B．By bike C．By bus D．By subway 4．What will Tom NOT do if he joins Group 4? A．Clean rooms for the old. B．Do shopping for the old. C．Chat with the old. D．Help kids with homework. 5．Which is TRUE? A．Volunteer Day is on Saturday. B．Volunteers can get a free T-shirt. C．Kids under 12 can join alone. D．Volunteers can have free lunch. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．D 5．D 【导语】本文是社区委员会发布的一则关于年度慈善志愿者日的通知，介绍了活动的时间安排、分组任务及注意事项等内容。 1．根据文章内容，时间安排表中写明“7:45 a.m. Gather at the Community Hall”（早上7:45在社区大厅集合）可知，志愿者应在早上7：45集合，选项A符合题意。 2．根据文章内容，时间安排表中写明“9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Do volunteer work”（上午9点至12点做志愿工作）可知，志愿工作从9点持续到12点，共3小时，选项C符合题意。 3．根据文章内容，时间安排表中写明“8:30 a.m. Board the group bus”（上午8:30乘坐团体巴士）可知，所有志愿者统一乘坐巴士前往各服务点，包括食品银行，选项C符合题意。 4．根据文章内容，Group 4的任务是“Visit the elderly living alone. Help clean rooms, do shopping, and chat with them.”（探望独居老人，帮他们打扫房间、购物、聊天）可知，Tom加入第4组不会做的事情是帮助孩子做作业，这是Group 1的任务，选项D符合题意。 5．根据文章内容：A选项，文中写的是“next Friday, April 18th”（下周五，4月18日），不是周六，错误；B选项，文中写的是“a free certificate and a water bottle”（免费证书和水瓶），没有T恤，错误；C选项，文中写的是“Volunteers under 12 must come with an adult”（12岁以下必须有成人陪同），不能单独参加，错误；D选项，文中写的是“12:30 p.m. Return to the community for free lunch”（12:30返回社区享用免费午餐），正确，选项D符合题意。 Every Friday afternoon, you can see a group of students in the “Sunshine Book Corner” of No. 3 Middle School. They are the volunteer managers of the book corner, and they spend their after-school time taking care of this small but warm corner. The book corner was set up three years ago. At first, there were only 200 books, most of which were donated by teachers and students. Now, there are more than 1,500 books here. The volunteers do a lot of work every week. They sort the books by different subjects, check the books to make sure they are in good condition, and help students borrow and return books. They also make special posters to recommend good books to their classmates. Li Mei, a Grade 8 student, is one of the volunteers. “I joined the team last year. I love reading, so I want to share the joy of reading with more people,” she said. “Every time I see a student find his favorite book here, I feel very happy and proud. This volunteer job also helps me develop my communication and organizational skills. I have made many new friends here too.” The book corner also has some special activities. For example, every month, they hold a “book sharing meeting”, where students can talk about their favorite books and exchange books with each other. They also send books to the village schools nearby twice a year. “We hope to pass on the warmth of books to more children,” said Li Mei. Volunteering at the book corner is not always easy. Sometimes the volunteers have to spend a lot of time sorting hundreds of books, but they never complain. They believe that every small effort is meaningful, and can help build a better reading environment for everyone. 1．When was the Sunshine Book Corner set up? A．One year ago. B．Two years ago. C．Three years ago. D．Four years ago. 2．What do the volunteers NOT do according to Paragraph 2? A．Sort the books by subjects. B．Write new books for the corner. C．Check the condition of books. D．Help students borrow and return books. 3．Why did Li Mei join the volunteer team? A．She wanted to get more books for free. B．She wanted to share the joy of reading with others. C．She wanted to get good grades in exams. D．She wanted to finish her volunteer homework. 4．What does the underlined word “donated” in Paragraph 2 mean? A．赠送 B．借阅 C．购买 D．回收 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to set up a school book corner. B．The volunteer work at the Sunshine Book Corner. C．The special activities of No. 3 Middle School. D．How to be a good volunteer at school. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．A 5．B 【导语】本文是说明文，介绍了第三中学“阳光图书角”的学生志愿者们，他们打理图书角、开展读书活动、捐书助学，用志愿行动分享阅读快乐，打造温暖的阅读环境。 1．根据第二段第一句“The book corner was set up three years ago.”可知，图书角是三年前建立的。 2．第二段明确列出志愿者工作“They sort the books by different subjects, check the books to make sure they are in good condition, and help students borrow and return books. They also make special posters...”，不包括“为图书角写新书”。 3．根据第三段李梅的话“I love reading, so I want to share the joy of reading with more people”可知，她是为了和更多人分享阅读的乐趣。 4．结合“At first, there were only 200 books, most of which were donated by teachers and students.”可知，图书角的书籍来源多为师生捐赠，“donate”意为“捐赠、赠送”。 5．文章围绕第三中学“阳光图书角”展开，介绍了其建立背景、志愿者的日常工作、具体活动以及志愿者的感悟，核心内容是阳光图书角的志愿工作。 Last Saturday, our community held a “Community Help Day” event. The purpose of the event was to encourage neighbors to help each other and solve daily problems together. Many people came to ask for help. Mrs. Wang, an old lady who lived alone, said her kitchen sink (水槽) was broken and water was everywhere. She didn’t know how to fix it. Another neighbor, Mr. Li, said his son had too much homework and felt very stressed, but he didn’t know how to communicate with him. Volunteers from the community listened carefully and tried to help. A plumber (水管工) helped Mrs. Wang repair the sink for free. A teacher volunteer talked with Mr. Li’s son and gave the family some useful advice on how to relax and study better. Some young students also joined in. They helped clean the community garden and picked up litter in the park. One student said, “I used to think helping others was difficult, but today I found it can be simple and fun.” By the end of the day, everyone felt happy and satisfied. The community leader said, “Asking for help is not a weakness. It shows trust. And giving a helping hand makes our community stronger.” 1．What was the purpose of “Community Help Day”? A．To raise money for poor students. B．To encourage neighbors to help each other. C．To invite people to visit the community center. D．To teach people how to do business. 2．What problem did Mrs. Wang have? A．She lost her wallet. B．Her kitchen sink was broken. C．She had no food to eat. D．Her son didn’t listen to her. 3．How did the teacher volunteer help Mr. Li’s family? A．By fixing the sink. B．By doing their homework. C．By giving advice on study and stress. D．By taking the son to the park. 4．What did the students do during the event? A．They planted trees in the park. B．They cooked meals for old people. C．They cleaned the garden and picked up litter. D．They taught children how to swim. 5．What does the writer want to tell us? A．Asking for help shows trust and makes the community better. B．Only rich people should help others. C．Young students should not join community activities. D．Fixing sinks is the most important thing in a community. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文主要讲述了某社区举办的一场名为“社区互助日”的活动。文章通过具体的案例以及学生志愿者的参与，生动展示了邻里之间互帮互助的场景，最后通过社区负责人的话升华了主题——求助是一种信任，互助能让社区更强大。 1．根据文章第一段“The purpose of the event was to encourage neighbors to help each other and solve daily problems together.”可知，活动的目的是鼓励邻居互相帮助，共同解决日常问题。 2．根据文章第二段“Mrs. Wang, an old lady who lived alone, said her kitchen sink was broken and water was everywhere.”可知，她的问题是水槽坏了。 3．根据文章第三段“A teacher volunteer talked with Mr. Li’s son and gave the family some useful advice on how to relax and study better.”可知，老师提供的是关于学习和压力的建议。 4．根据文章第四段“Some young students also joined in. They helped clean the community garden and picked up litter in the park.”可知，学生们参与了清洁工作。 5．根据文章最后一段社区负责人的话“Asking for help is not a weakness. It shows trust. And giving a helping hand makes our community stronger.”可知，文章旨在传达互助和信任对社区建设的积极意义。 Running a charity shop is a popular and meaningful way to help people in need in many cities. These shops collect all kinds of donated second-hand goods from warm-hearted people, such as clothes, books, toys and everyday supplies. They sell these things at very low prices, and all the money they make is given to support sick children, homeless people and lonely elderly citizens. Most workers in charity shops are volunteers. They come from all walks of life, including students, office workers and retired people. They are ready to spend their spare time sorting goods, cleaning shelves and serving customers patiently. They never get paid for their work, but they feel happy and proud to do something useful for society. Many people like shopping in charity shops now. They think the goods are cheap and in good condition. Reusing second-hand things is also environmentally friendly and helps cut down waste. Besides, shoppers feel they are doing a small good deed while shopping. Charity shops also hold small voluntary activities on weekends. They try their best to care for poor kids and the elderly in the neighbourhood. More and more people are influenced to join them and pass on warmth to others. 1．What do charity shops mainly sell? A．Expensive new clothes B．Second‑hand daily things C．Delicious food and drinks D．Modern electronic products 2．What do we know about the workers in charity shops? A．They all work full-time for money B．They are all professional shopkeepers C．They work as volunteers for free D．They are only retired old people 3．Which is NOT the advantage of shopping in charity shops? A．Things are very cheap B．It is good for the environment C．It helps people in need D．It can make shoppers rich 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．People can buy expensive gifts in charity shops B．Volunteers get much money from their work C．Shopping in charity shops is a kind of small kindness D．Charity shops only hold activities on weekdays 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to run a big supermarket B．The importance and value of charity shops C．How to become a volunteer D．Ways to protect the environment 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了慈善商店的销售物品、工作人员、购物好处以及社会活动，阐述了慈善商店的运行方式与社会价值。 1．根据第一段第二句“These shops collect all kinds of donated second-hand goods from warm-hearted people, such as clothes, books, toys and everyday supplies.”可知，慈善商店主要收集并出售二手日常物品。 2．根据第二段第一句和第四句“Most workers in charity shops are volunteers...They never get paid for their work”可知，慈善商店的工作人员大多是无偿服务的志愿者。 3．根据第一段和第三段可知，商品便宜（very low prices）、环保（environmentally friendly）、帮助有需要的人（support sick children...）均为优点。 4．根据第三段最后一句“Besides, shoppers feel they are doing a small good deed while shopping.”可知，在慈善商店购物被视为一种小善举（small kindness）。 5．通读全文可知，文章介绍了慈善商店的销售物品、工作人员、购物好处以及社会活动，旨在阐述慈善商店的重要性及其社会价值。 Last year, I went to a poor mountain village as a volunteer teacher. I stayed there for three months. That experience changed my life a lot. When I first arrived there, I was shocked by the poor living conditions. The school was very old and small. There were only three classrooms and one office. The students had no books or pens. They had to write on the ground with sticks. But the students were very hard-working. They got up early every morning and walked a long way to school. They loved studying very much. I taught them Chinese, English and Math. I also told them stories about the outside world. They were very interested in my stories and always asked me a lot of questions. I felt very happy when I saw the bright smiles on their faces. After class, I played games with the students. We played basketball, badminton and hide-and-seek. They also taught me how to pick wild fruits and catch fish in the river. We had a lot of fun together. When it was time for me to leave, the students were very sad. They gave me many gifts they made by themselves, such as paper flowers and cards. They said they would miss me very much. I cried too. I promised them that I would come back to see them again. Now, I often write letters to the students. They also write to me and tell me about their study and life. That volunteer experience taught me that love is the most beautiful thing in the world. It can make the world a better place. 1．How long did the writer stay in the poor mountain village? A．For one month. B．For two months. C．For three months. D．For four months. 2．What shocked the writer when the writer first arrived there? A．The beautiful scenery. B．The poor living conditions. C．The hard-working students. D．The friendly villagers. 3．What subjects did the writer teach the students? A．Chinese, English and Math. B．Chinese, English and Music. C．English, Math and P.E. D．Chinese, Math and Art. 4．What gifts did the students give the writer when the writer left? A．Books and pens. B．Wild fruits and fish. C．Paper flowers and cards. D．Basketballs and badmintons. 5．What can we learn from the passage? A．The writer didn’t like the volunteer experience. B．The students had a lot of books and pens. C．The writer will never go back to the village. D．Love can make the world a better place. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者去年去贫困山村支教的经历。文章描述了当地艰苦的生活条件、学生们勤奋好学的精神以及作者与学生之间建立的深厚情谊，最后升华了主题，指出爱能让世界变得更美好。 1．第一段明确指出：“I stayed there for three months.”，这直接说明作者在那个贫困的山村待了三个月。 2．第二段开头提到：“When I first arrived there, I was shocked by the poor living conditions.”，说明作者初到那里时，被那里“贫困的生活条件”所震惊。 3．第三段第一句写道：“I taught them Chinese, English and Math.”，明确列举了作者教授的科目是“语文、英语和数学”。 4．第五段中提到：“They gave me many gifts they made by themselves, such as paper flowers and cards.”，说明学生们送给作者的离别礼物是“纸花和卡片”。 5．文章最后一段总结道：“That volunteer experience taught me that love is the most beautiful thing in the world. It can make the world a better place.”，这表明我们可以从中学到“爱能让世界变得更美好”这一道理。 进阶拓展训练5篇 Volunteer Wanted Are you looking for a meaningful way to spend your free time? Do you want to help others and make a difference to the world? If your answer is yes, join our volunteer team now! We are looking for volunteers to help with the following activities: - After-school Tutoring: Help primary school students with their homework and study. Time: 4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. - Old People’s Home Visit: Visit the elderly people at the old people’s home. You can chat with them, read newspapers to them, or perform programs for them. Time: 9:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m., every Saturday. - Park Clean-up: Help clean up the city park. We will provide all the tools you need. Time: 2:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m., every Sunday. - Animal Shelter Help: Take care of the homeless animals at the animal shelter. You can feed them, walk them, or play with them. Time: 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m., every Saturday. Requirements: - Aged between 12 and 18. - Kind and patient. - Able to work at least 2 hours a week. If you are interested in any of the activities, please call us at 0511-87654321 or send an email to volunteer@163.com. You can also come to our office at No.123 Zhongshan Road to sign up. Let’s work together to make our city a better place! 1．How many kinds of volunteer activities are mentioned in the passage? A．Three. B．Four. C．Five. D．Six. 2．If you want to help primary school students with their study, you can go at ________. A．4:00 p.m. on Monday B．9:00 a.m. on Saturday C．2:00 p.m. on Sunday D．10:00 a.m. on Saturday 3．What can you do at the animal shelter? A．Clean the park. B．Chat with the elderly. C．Feed the homeless animals. D．Help students with their homework. 4．Which of the following is NOT a requirement for volunteers? A．Aged between 12 and 18. B．Kind and patient. C．Able to work at least 2 hours a week. D．Good at English. 5．How can you sign up to be a volunteer? A．Call them at 0511-87654321. B．Send an email to volunteer@163.com. C．Go to their office at No.123 Zhongshan Road. D．All of the above. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，是一则志愿者招募启事，介绍了四种志愿活动的内容、时间安排、志愿者要求以及报名方式。 1．根据文章内容，文中提到了四种志愿活动：After-school Tutoring（课后辅导）、Old People’s Home Visit（养老院探访）、Park Clean-up（公园清洁）和Animal Shelter Help（动物收容所帮忙）。 2．根据After-school Tutoring部分“Help primary school students with their homework and study. Time: 4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday”可知，想帮助小学生学习，可以在周一到周五下午4点前往。 3．根据Animal Shelter Help部分“You can feed them, walk them, or play with them”可知，在动物收容所可以喂食流浪动物。 4．根据Requirements部分，志愿者要求包括“Aged between 12 and 18”“Kind and patient” “Able to work at least 2 hours a week”，文中未提到“Good at English”（擅长英语）这一要求。 5．根据最后一段“please call us at 0511-87655321 or send an email to volunteer@163.com. You can also come to our office at No. 123 Zhongshan Road to sign up”可知，报名方式包括打电话、发邮件和去办公室三种。 Volunteers NeededWorld Cleanup Day falls on the third Saturday in September. It asks people to clean up and care for their communities (社区). Our community needs some volunteers.     People aged 6 to 70Children under 12 must come here with an adult (成年人). The Town River9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. The Forest Park 9:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m. Register (报名) Go to the square in our community on the 8th. Fill in the form (表格) with your name, telephone number and room number. Donation (捐赠) from the Star Supermarket Rubbish bags, bread and water. Thanks so much! NoticeEvery volunteer will get a T-shirt. Please put it on and bring your own gloves We will put off the activities if the weather is not good. 根据表格及图示内容，选择最佳答案。 1．When will they have the cleanup activities? A．On Sep 14th B．On Sep 15th C．On Sep 21st D．On Sep 22nd 2．Who can join the cleanup activities? ①11-year-old Paul    ②45-year-old Simon ③40-year-old Jack and his 72-year-old father ④7-year-old Susan and her 40-year-old mother A．②④ B．②③④ C．①③ D．①②③④ 3．How long will the volunteers work in the Forest Park? A．For 2 hours. B．For 3 hours. C．For 5 hours. D．For 4 hours. 4．What do the volunteers need to bring with them? A．Bread. B．Water. C．Gloves. D．Rubbish bags. 5．Why did they put up the poster? A．To call for volunteers. B．To stop pollution. C．To show us how to be a volunteer. D．To ask people to donate (捐赠). 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了社区为“世界清洁日”招募志愿者的活动信息，包括活动的时间和地点、志愿者的年龄要求、报名方式、捐赠物品以及注意事项。 1．根据第一段“World Cleanup Day falls on the third Saturday in September.”，世界清洁日是在9月的第三个星期六，对应图片中的21号，即选项C。 2．根据“People aged 6 to 70”和“Children under 22 must  come here with an  adult (成年人) .”，6-70岁都可以参加此项活动，12岁以下的孩子必须有一个成年人陪伴。因此“45岁的西蒙(在6-70岁之间)”以及“7岁(＜12岁)的苏珊和她40岁的妈妈(一个成年人陪伴)”可以参加此活动。 3．根据“ The Forest Park 9:00 a.m.-13:00 p.m.”，志愿者将在森林公园工作“3(13-9=3)小时”。 4．根据Notice“Please...bring your own gloves”，志愿者需要自带“手套”。 5．根据标题“Volunteers Needed”和第一段最后一句“Our community needs some volunteers.”以及下文提到的年龄要求、时间地点、报名方式等，张贴这张海报是“为了招募志愿者”。 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。 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”。 2．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。 3．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。 4．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。 5．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。 In recent years, more and more teenagers in China have taken part in charity activities. They no longer think that charity is only about donating money. Instead, they believe that small actions can also make a big difference. Take Xu Yifei, a 14-year-old student from Shanghai, for example. Every weekend, she volunteers at an animal shelter. She helps clean the cages and feed stray dogs and cats. “Seeing these animals find new homes makes me feel very proud,” she said. She believes that caring for living creatures is a form of charity. Meanwhile, in Beijing, a group of students from No. 8 Middle School started a project called “Helping Hands”. They collect used textbooks and stationery from their school and send them to rural schools in Sichuan Province. “Many kids there don't have enough money to buy new books. We want to share our resources with them,” said team leader Li Tao. Not all charity work is done outdoors. With the development of technology, online charity has also become popular among young people. Many students use their pocket money to buy meals for homeless people through apps. Through these platforms, they can track how their “love lunch” is delivered. Experts say that teenage participation in charity helps develop a sense of responsibility and empathy. It teaches students that “giving” brings more happiness than “taking”. 1．What do teenagers mainly think about charity now according to Paragraph 1? A．Only rich people can do charity. B．Charity is only about donating large sums of money. C．Small actions can also make a big difference. D．Charity is not important for students. 2．What does Xu Yifei do in her volunteer work? A．She teaches kids English. B．She helps clean cages and feed animals. C．She collects money on the street. D．She builds houses for stray animals. 3．What is the purpose of the “Helping Hands” project? A．To give old textbooks to rural schools. B．To raise money for building schools. C．To teach in rural areas during holidays. D．To invite rural students to Beijing. 4．How do students help homeless people through online charity? A．By teaching them how to cook. B．By buying them meals through apps. C．By offering them free accommodation. D．By giving them their pocket money directly. 5．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．Technology makes charity easier. B．Students should focus on their studies. C．Homeless people need more help from society. D．Teenage participation in charity is beneficial. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了近年来中国青少年参与慈善活动的新趋势。他们不再认为慈善只是捐钱，而是通过照顾动物、捐赠旧书、线上购餐等微小行动来践行慈善。文章最后指出，参与慈善有助于培养青少年的责任感和同理心。 1．根据第一段“They no longer think that charity is only about donating money. Instead, they believe that small actions can also make a big difference.”可知，现在的青少年认为小小的行动也能带来大的改变。 2．根据第二段“Every weekend, she volunteers at an animal shelter. She helps clean the cages and feed stray dogs and cats.”可知，徐一菲在志愿工作中帮忙清理笼子和喂养动物 3．根据第三段“They collect used textbooks and stationery from their school and send them to rural schools in Sichuan Province.”可知，“Helping Hands”项目的目的是给农村学校捐赠旧课本和文具。 4．根据第四段“Many students use their pocket money to buy meals for homeless people through apps.”可知，学生们通过手机应用为无家可归者购买餐食来提供帮助。 5．根据最后一段“Experts say that teenage participation in charity helps develop a sense of responsibility and empathy.”可知，本段主要阐述了青少年参与慈善活动是有益的，有助于培养他们的责任感和同理心。 The Sunshine Charity is a non-profit organization founded three years ago by a group of students from No. 8 Middle School. Their main goal is to help children in rural areas get a better education. Every month, volunteers from the charity visit nearby villages. They bring books, schoolbags, and stationery to kids who can’t afford them. Last year, they also organized a summer camp for 30 children, teaching them English and art. “Seeing their smiles makes all the hard work worth it,” said Li Ming, a volunteer. To raise money, the charity sells handmade crafts (手工艺品) made by students. They also accept donations online. So far, they have helped over 200 children return to school. Next month, they plan to build a small library in a village primary school. “We believe every child deserves (应得) a chance to learn,” said Wang Mei, the team leader. “Even small actions can make a big difference.” 1．What is the main purpose of the Sunshine Charity? A．To teach English in cities. B．To help rural children with education. C．To sell handmade crafts for profit. D．To organize summer camps for city kids. 2．How do volunteers from the charity help rural children? A．By building houses for them. B．By giving them books and school supplies. C．By taking them to big cities. D．By teaching them how to make crafts. 3．Why did the charity organize a summer camp last year? A．To teach English and art to children. B．To raise money for their activities. C．To train new volunteers. D．To collect more donations online. 4．How does the Sunshine Charity raise money? A．By selling handmade crafts and accepting online donations. B．By asking the government for funds. C．By charging fees for summer camps. D．By selling books written by volunteers. 5．What does Wang Mei think about their work? A．It is too difficult to continue. B．Only big actions can change lives. C．Small actions can still make a difference. D．Children should pay back the help later. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了由第八中学学生创立的“阳光慈善机构”，他们通过捐赠物资、举办夏令营和筹集资金等方式，帮助农村儿童获得更好教育的故事。 1．根据文章第一段中“Their main goal is to help children in rural areas get a better education.（他们的主要目标是帮助农村地区的儿童获得更好的教育。）”可知，该慈善机构的主要目的是帮助农村儿童接受教育。 2．根据文章第二段中“They bring books, schoolbags, and stationery to kids who can't afford them.（他们把书、书包和文具带给那些买不起的孩子。）”可知，志愿者通过提供书籍和学习用品来帮助农村儿童。 3．根据文章第二段中“Last year, they also organized a summer camp for 30 children, teaching them English and art.（去年，他们还为 30名儿童组织了一个夏令营，教他们英语和艺术。）”可知，举办夏令营是为了教孩子们英语和艺术。 4．根据文章第三段中“To raise money, the charity sells handmade crafts (手工艺品) made by students. They also accept donations online.（为了筹集资金，该慈善机构出售学生制作的手工艺品。他们也接受在线捐款。）”可知，筹款方式是售卖手工艺品和接受在线捐赠。 5．根据文章最后一段王梅说的话“Even small actions can make a big difference.（即使是微小的行动也能带来巨大的改变。）”可知，她认为小小的行动也能产生影响。 能力综合实践5篇 When Liu Ming was in Grade Eight, he hardly paid attention to people around him. He only cared about his own study and always thought it was useless to help strangers. Everything changed after he joined a volunteer club at school. One weekend, the club organized a trip to a special school for disabled teenagers. When Liu Ming first arrived, he felt a little nervous. He worried he could not get along with those students. To his surprise, the students there were warm and active. Some of them were blind, some were deaf, but none of them lost hope for life. Liu Ming was paired with a 15-year-old girl called Xiao Yu. She lost her sight when she was little, but she loved reading and listening to music very much. Liu Ming read stories to her and talked about school life with her patiently. Xiao Yu shared her dream of becoming a writer in the future. She told Liu Ming that she believed she could still make her dream come true with hard work. During the activity, Liu Ming saw many disabled teenagers practise sports repeatedly. They fell down many times but never gave up. They showed great courage and strong confidence in themselves. Liu Ming was deeply moved. He realized these young people faced more difficulties than others, yet they still lived positively. From then on, Liu Ming changed a lot. He began to spend his spare time doing voluntary work. He helps the elderly in his neighbourhood and raises small donations for children in need. He learns that helping others is not a waste of time. It brings warmth to others and also makes his own life more meaningful. 1．What was Liu Ming like before joining the volunteer club? A．Warm and helpful. B．Strict with himself. C．Self-centred and cold. D．Shy and quiet. 2．Why did Liu Ming feel nervous at first in the special school? A．He feared he couldn’t get on with the students. B．He had no time to take part in the activity. C．He disliked talking with strangers. D．He worried about his school study. 3．Which of the following is true about Xiao Yu? A．She was born deaf. B．She had no future dreams. C．She hoped to be a writer. D．She refused to communicate with others. 4．What moved Liu Ming deeply? A．The beautiful environment of the school. B．Disabled teens’ positive spirit and courage. C．All kinds of sports in the school. D．Many donations from kind people. 5．What can we learn from the passage? A．Study is the only important thing for students. B．Disabled people need others to look after all the time. C．Voluntary work can change people and enrich life. D．Disabled teens can easily realize their dreams. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文讲述了刘明加入学校志愿者俱乐部前后的变化：八年级时他只关心自己的学习，认为帮助陌生人毫无用处；参与特殊学校的志愿活动后，残疾青少年的积极精神深深打动了他，他从此开始投身志愿工作，明白了帮助他人能为他人带去温暖，也让自己的生活更有意义。 1．根据第一段“When Liu Ming was in Grade Eight, he hardly paid attention to people around him. He only cared about his own study and always thought it was useless to help strangers.”可知，加入志愿者俱乐部前，刘明只关注自己、冷漠对待他人，是个以自我为中心的人。 2．根据第二段“When Liu Ming first arrived, he felt a little nervous. He worried he could not get along with those students.”可知，刘明一开始紧张是因为担心自己无法和特殊学校的学生相处。 3．根据第三段“Liu Ming was paired with a 15-year-old girl called Xiao Yu. She lost her sight when she was little, but she loved reading and listening to music very much... Xiao Yu shared her dream of becoming a writer in the future.”可知，小雨小时候失明，梦想是成为一名作家。 4． 根据第四段“During the activity, Liu Ming saw many disabled teenagers practise sports repeatedly. They fell down many times but never gave up. They showed great courage and strong confidence in themselves. Liu Ming was deeply moved.”可知，残疾青少年面对困难不放弃的积极精神和勇气深深打动了刘明。 5．根据最后一段“From then on, Liu Ming changed a lot. He began to spend his spare time doing voluntary work... He learns that helping others is not a waste of time. It brings warmth to others and also makes his own life more meaningful.”可知，志愿工作改变了刘明，也让他的生活更充实有意义。 After noticing that his keyboard playing calmed his noisy dog, Yuvi Agarwal, a 12-year-old boy from Houston, wondered if music could help comfort shelter (收容所) animals, too. So with support from his parents, he founded a nonprofit program Wild Tunes in 2023 to invite musicians to perform at animal shelters. So far, about 100 volunteers of all ages have played at nine shelters in cities including Houston and Denver. Yuvi explained that music could break through language barriers — even across species. At Denver Animal Shelter, he saw an old dog named Pituca become calm within minutes of his playing, and some animals even fall asleep. In Houston, a rescue dog called Penelope had refused to leave her cage to eat. After Yuvi played, she came out, kissed his face and touched his ears. Although music’s effect on humans is well-studied, its impact on animals remains unclear. Some research shows that classical music may help calm dogs in stressful places like animal shelters. However, experts like Dr. Lori Kogan say the evidence is still limited. “We want simple answers, like ‘music calms animals’, but it is more nuanced,” said Kogan, adding that many factors matter, such as the environment, the type of music, the volume, and the animal’s past experiences. She suggests trying music with your own pet — if it helps your pet relax, that’s good. Even though scientists are still debating, Yuvi believes music can comfort stressed animals. He plans to expand his nonprofit program across the country. Volunteers also benefit because they can play music or sing for a nonjudgmental audience. This helps build their confidence. Yuvi’s work shows that music’s calming power may work for animals too. 1．What made Yuvi start the program Wild Tunes? A．A strong interest in keyboard. B．A suggestion from his parents. C．A special experience with his own dog. D．An invitation from Houston and Denver. 2．What does the example of the rescue dog Penelope show? A．The dog loves to play with humans. B．The dog becomes even sleepier with music. C．The dog feels relaxed after listening to some music. D．The dog understands music better than other animals. 3．What does the underlined word in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．clear B．complex C．important D．surprising 4．How do volunteers benefit from Yuvi’s program? A．They get well-paid for their performances. B．They have more chances to play music or sing. C．They enjoy music’s calming effect on themselves. D．They become more confident by playing without judgement. 5．Which is the best title for the passage? A．A Music-related Job for Volunteers B．A Music Program for Stressed Animals C．A Debate over Music’s Effect on Animals D．An Opportunity to Realise a Teenager’s Dream 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了12岁的男孩Yuvi Agarwal发现音乐能安抚自己的宠物狗，进而想知道音乐是否也能帮助收容所的动物。在父母支持下，他创立了“Wild Tunes”非营利项目，邀请音乐家到动物收容所表演。 1．根据第一段“After noticing that his keyboard playing calmed his noisy dog…he founded a nonprofit program Wild Tunes in 2023”可知，是他和自己的狗特殊经历促使他启动该项目。 2．根据第二段“In Houston, a rescue dog called Penelope had refused to leave her cage to eat. After Yuvi played, she came out, kissed his face and touched his ears”，这说明Penelope在听了音乐后变得放松了。 3．前文提到人们想要“音乐能安抚动物”这样的简单答案，但后文指出影响效果的因素很多 (环境、音乐类型、音量、动物过往经历)，说明实际情况并非单一简单，而是“微妙且复杂的”；因此“nuanced”在这里意为“复杂的、多方面的”，与“complex”同义。 4．根据最后一段“Volunteers also benefit because they can play music or sing for a nonjudgmental audience. This helps build their confidence.”可知，志愿者通过在无评判的环境中演奏，变得更加自信。 5．全文围绕Yuvi发起的Wild Tunes项目展开，核心主题是“用音乐帮助缓解收容所中压力较大的动物”，因此“A Music Program for Stressed Animals”最贴合文章主旨，适合作为文章的标题。 Liang Zhenqing, an 83-year-old agronomist (农艺师), has a lot of knowledge about farming. Instead of keeping it to himself, he decided to tell people some things about it. In January 2023, he started live streams (直播) on the Internet. He talked about different farming skills by using a phone, a blackboard and a piece of chalk. At first, only a few people watched his live streams. Liang was upset, but his family encouraged him to keep on. Slowly, more and more people started to watch his live streams. In less than a year, he got nearly 30, 000 fans! Liang faced some difficulties along the way, and his family always helped him. Sometimes, he didn’t know what to do when there was something wrong with his camera. But with the help of his family, he learned how to mend it. When his family learned some of his fans couldn’t understand his dialect (方言), they even bought a blackboard for him to write on. Huang Yifei, one of Liang’s biggest fans, studied horticulture (园艺) and learned a lot from Liang’s live streams. She often asked him questions, and he always gave answers. She said, “Mr. Liang is the reason why I want to keep working in this field.” Not only does Liang teach online, but he also helps people with their real-life problems. For 27 years after retiring (退休), he has taught thousands of farmers about farming skills. He even helps disabled people learn how to make a living by farming. Liang believes that age can never stop him from doing what he loves. He used to work on growing crops in fields, but now he is enjoying planting thoughts and ideas in people on screens. With his knowledge and experience, he wants to make a difference to the people and the land. 1．When did Liang Zhenqing start live streams on the Internet? A．In January 2022. B．In January 2023. C．In December 2024. D．In December 2023. 2．Why was Liang upset at first? A．Because only a few people watched his live streams. B．Because there was something wrong with his camera. C．Because some of his fans couldn’t understand his dialect. D．Because his family didn’t support him at all. 3．What can we know from the passage? A．Liang Zhenqing has never helped disabled people. B．Liang Zhenqing didn’t meet any difficulty along the way. C．Liang Zhenqing has taught farming skills for more than 20 years. D．Only a few people were interested in Liang Zhenqing’s live streams. 4．Which of the following will the writer probably agree with? A．Huang Yifei is not a fan of Liang Zhenqing. B．Liang Zhenqing’s live streams are not helpful for people. C．Liang Zhenqing’s family helped him a lot on the live streaming road. D．Liang Zhenqing should give up live streaming because he is too old. 5．Which is the best title for the passage? A．Some Farming Skills B．The Ways of Live Streaming C．The Difficulties an Old Agronomist Meets D．An Old Agronomist’s Love for Farming 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文讲述了83岁的农艺师梁振清通过直播分享农业知识的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据“In January 2023, he started live streams (直播) on the Internet.”可知，梁振清是在2023年1月开始网络直播的。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“At first, only a few people watched his live streams. Liang was upset, but his family encouraged him to keep on.”可知，起初，梁很沮丧是因为只有少数人观看了他的直播。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“For 27 years after retiring (退休), he has taught thousands of farmers about farming skills.”可知，梁振清退休后教授农业技术已超过20年。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“Liang faced some difficulties along the way, and his family always helped him.”以及下文具体帮助事例可知，作者会认同“梁振清的家人对他的直播事业帮助很大”这一观点。故选C。 5．最佳标题题。根据全文可知，本文主要讲述83岁农艺师梁振清对农业的热爱和奉献。D选项“一位老农艺师对农业的热爱”最能概括全文主旨。故选D。 Natalie Doan, a teenager in America, has always felt lucky to live in Rockaway, New York. Living just a few blocks from the beach, Natalie can see the ocean and hear the waves from her house. “It’s the ocean that makes Rockaway so special,” she says. On October 29, 2012, the ocean turned extremely terrible. That night, Hurricane (飓风) Sandy hit the East Coast, and Rockaway was hit especially hard. The next day, Natalie and her family found their neighborhood in ruins. Many of Natalie’s friends had lost their homes and people were having the most difficult time, especially the elderly. To help others rebuild, teenagers climbed stairs to send water and food to elderly people trapped (困住) in powerless high buildings. Natalie was deeply moved by all these things and decided to do something. “My mom tells me that I can’t control what happens to me,” Natalie says, “but I can always choose how I deal with it.” Natalie’s choice was to help. She created a website page, matching people in need with people who wanted to offer help. Natalie posted information about a boy named Patrick, who lost his baseball card collection when his house burned down. Within days, Patrick got a new collection. In the coming months, her website page helped lots of kids: Christopher, who received a new basketball; Charlie, who got a new keyboard. Natalie also worked with other organizations to bring much-needed things to Rockaway. Her efforts made her a famous person. She was later invited to the White House and honored as a Hurricane Sandy Champion of Change. Today, the streets are clear and many homes have been rebuilt. “I can’t imagine living anywhere but Rockaway,” Natalie says, “Because of everyone’s efforts in making a better home, Rockaway will be even stronger than before.” 1．When Natalie returned to Rockaway after the hurricane, she found ________. A．some friends had lost their lives B．her neighborhood was destroyed C．her school had moved to Brooklyn D．the elderly were free from suffering 2．The phrase “in ruins” Paragraph 2 means the neighborhood was ________. A．clean and tidy B．in a mess C．just the same as usual D．even better than before 3．How did Natalie help the people in need? A．She gave her toys to other kids. B．She took care of younger children. C．She called on the White House to help. D．She built an information sharing website. 4．According to Paragraph 3, who inspired Natalie most? A．The people helping Rockaway rebuild. B．The people trapped in high-rise buildings. C．The volunteers donating money to survivors. D．Local teenagers bringing clothing to elderly people. 5．Which of the following is probably the best title of the passage? A．Little people can make a big difference B．A friend in need is a friend indeed C．East or west, home is best D．Technology is power 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 4．A 5．A 【导语】本文讲述了美国青少年Natalie Doan在飓风桑迪袭击她的家乡后，通过创建网站帮助社区重建的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据“The next day, Natalie and her family found their neighborhood in ruins.”可知，Natalie发现她的社区被摧毁了。故选B。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Many of Natalie’s friends had lost their homes”（Natalie的许多朋友失去了家园）可推知，“in ruins”意为“成为一片废墟”，即一团糟。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“She created a website page, matching people in need with people who wanted to offer help.”可知，Natalie通过建立一个信息共享网站来帮助有需要的人。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据“To help others rebuild, teenagers climbed stairs to send water and food to elderly people trapped in powerless high buildings. Natalie was deeply moved by all these things and decided to do something.”（为了帮助其他人重建，青少年们爬楼梯为被困在停电的高楼中的老年人送水和食物。Natalie被所有这些事情深深打动，决定做点什么。）可推知，帮助Rockaway重建的人们最激励Natalie。故选A。 5．标题归纳题。本文讲述了Natalie通过自己的努力帮助社区重建，体现了小人物也能产生大影响。用“Little people can make a big difference”做标题最合适。故选A。 Every week, a group of students from Cherry Creek High School come to help old people with anything technology-related (技术相关的) at an old people’s home. The volunteers are from a group called Generation Technology, and it was set up by students a few years ago. When the holidays come, the group helps the old keep connected (保持联系) with their loved ones. “A lot of people don’t live close to their family, and it’s a big problem that we should pay attention to. So setting up video communication and then bringing people closer during the holidays is meaningful,” said Sunker, the leader of the group. The students also give the old advice on preventing scams (预防诈骗). People often get strange calls that they can’t recognize (识别) and the students can give them some useful advice. It’s something that the old like Sandy Washington are thankful for. “I do have difficulty using modern technology,” Sandy Washington said. “And I think a lot of other old people here do too, you know, at our age.” Whether the students are helping with video communication or teaching the old to use new apps on their phones, they’re both about helping form strong intergenerational (代与代之间的) connections. For Sandy Washington, seeing the students every week is something she looks forward to. “We really welcome these kids,” she said. “I want to hear about their college interests and preferred schools. I feel they’re family, just like my own kids or grandkids. It’s very nice.” 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A．The group. B．The phone. C．The app. D．The technology. 2．Why do the students help the old keep connected with their loved ones? A．Because it helps the old to prevent scams. B．Because it’s easy for old people to do it. C．Because it helps the students get into a good college. D．Because a lot of old people don’t live close to their family. 3．What does Sunker think of helping the old set up video communication during the holidays? A．It’s relaxing. B．It’s difficult. C．It’s meaningful. D．It’s strange. 4．How do the students help the old prevent scams? A．By giving them calls every week. B．By teaching them to use some new apps. C．By giving them some useful advice. D．By asking their family members to help the old. 5．What can be the best title for the passage? A．Modern Technology B．A Meaningful Volunteer Activity C．New Apps on the Phones D．A Group for College Students 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了一群中学生每周去老人院，帮助老人熟悉现代科技，教老人如何打视频电话，如何使用手机上的各种软件。 1．词句猜测题。根据“The volunteers are from a group called Generation Technology, it was set up by students a few years ago.”可知此处的it指代的是前面的Generation Technology组织。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“A lot of people don’t live close to their family, and it’s a big problem that we should pay attention to.”可知这些学生帮助老人和自己的家人保持联系，是因为很多人和家人住得比较远。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“So setting up video communication and then bringing people closer during the holidays is meaningful,”可知，Sunker认为能够在假期期间建立视频通信并拉近人们的距离是有意义的。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“People often get strange calls that they don’t recognize (识别) and the students can give them some useful advice.”可知学生们通过给他们一些有用的建议来预防诈骗。故选C。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文，可知文章讲述了一群中学生每周去老人院，帮助老人熟悉现代科技，教老人如何打视频电话，如何使用手机上的各种软件。选项B“一个有意义的志愿者活动”符合文章主旨。故选B。 2 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 1 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 2025-2026学年一线教师制作新教材英语同步精品系列资料，名师遴选！ 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ Unit 8 Making a Difference 单元话题（志愿服务） 阅读理解进阶练15篇 说明：此专题分三个难度层次，基础入门训练<进阶拓展训练< 能力综合实践，老师根据学生实际情况进行针对性难度训练。 基础入门训练5篇 Dear neighbors, Our community will hold its Annual Charity Volunteer Day next Friday, April 18th. This year, we have prepared more meaningful activities for volunteers of all ages. Here is the detailed plan: Time Activity 7:45 a.m. Gather at the Community Hall 7:50-8:20 a.m. Sign in, choose groups and get volunteer kits 8:30 a.m. Board the group bus 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Do volunteer work 12:30 p.m. Return to the community for free lunch Group Tasks - Group 1: Visit the local orphanage. Play games with kids, help with homework, and give away books and stationery. - Group 2: Work at the Community Food Bank. Sort food, pack meal boxes, and send them to low-income families. - Group 3: Clean the neighborhood park. Pick up litter, clean benches, and plant flowers. - Group 4: Visit the elderly living alone. Help clean rooms, do shopping, and chat with them. Notice - All volunteers can get a free certificate and a water bottle. - Volunteers under 12 must come with an adult. - Call Ms. Wang at 877-2345 before April 15th to sign up. We look forward to your joining! The Community Committee 1．What time should volunteers gather? A．At 7:45 a.m. B．At 7:50 a.m. C．At 8:30 a.m. D．At 9:00 a.m. 2．How long will the volunteer work last? A．2 hours B．2.5 hours C．3 hours D．3.5 hours 3．How will volunteers go to the Food Bank? A．On foot B．By bike C．By bus D．By subway 4．What will Tom NOT do if he joins Group 4? A．Clean rooms for the old. B．Do shopping for the old. C．Chat with the old. D．Help kids with homework. 5．Which is TRUE? A．Volunteer Day is on Saturday. B．Volunteers can get a free T-shirt. C．Kids under 12 can join alone. D．Volunteers can have free lunch. Every Friday afternoon, you can see a group of students in the “Sunshine Book Corner” of No. 3 Middle School. They are the volunteer managers of the book corner, and they spend their after-school time taking care of this small but warm corner. The book corner was set up three years ago. At first, there were only 200 books, most of which were donated by teachers and students. Now, there are more than 1,500 books here. The volunteers do a lot of work every week. They sort the books by different subjects, check the books to make sure they are in good condition, and help students borrow and return books. They also make special posters to recommend good books to their classmates. Li Mei, a Grade 8 student, is one of the volunteers. “I joined the team last year. I love reading, so I want to share the joy of reading with more people,” she said. “Every time I see a student find his favorite book here, I feel very happy and proud. This volunteer job also helps me develop my communication and organizational skills. I have made many new friends here too.” The book corner also has some special activities. For example, every month, they hold a “book sharing meeting”, where students can talk about their favorite books and exchange books with each other. They also send books to the village schools nearby twice a year. “We hope to pass on the warmth of books to more children,” said Li Mei. Volunteering at the book corner is not always easy. Sometimes the volunteers have to spend a lot of time sorting hundreds of books, but they never complain. They believe that every small effort is meaningful, and can help build a better reading environment for everyone. 1．When was the Sunshine Book Corner set up? A．One year ago. B．Two years ago. C．Three years ago. D．Four years ago. 2．What do the volunteers NOT do according to Paragraph 2? A．Sort the books by subjects. B．Write new books for the corner. C．Check the condition of books. D．Help students borrow and return books. 3．Why did Li Mei join the volunteer team? A．She wanted to get more books for free. B．She wanted to share the joy of reading with others. C．She wanted to get good grades in exams. D．She wanted to finish her volunteer homework. 4．What does the underlined word “donated” in Paragraph 2 mean? A．赠送 B．借阅 C．购买 D．回收 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to set up a school book corner. B．The volunteer work at the Sunshine Book Corner. C．The special activities of No. 3 Middle School. D．How to be a good volunteer at school. Last Saturday, our community held a “Community Help Day” event. The purpose of the event was to encourage neighbors to help each other and solve daily problems together. Many people came to ask for help. Mrs. Wang, an old lady who lived alone, said her kitchen sink (水槽) was broken and water was everywhere. She didn’t know how to fix it. Another neighbor, Mr. Li, said his son had too much homework and felt very stressed, but he didn’t know how to communicate with him. Volunteers from the community listened carefully and tried to help. A plumber (水管工) helped Mrs. Wang repair the sink for free. A teacher volunteer talked with Mr. Li’s son and gave the family some useful advice on how to relax and study better. Some young students also joined in. They helped clean the community garden and picked up litter in the park. One student said, “I used to think helping others was difficult, but today I found it can be simple and fun.” By the end of the day, everyone felt happy and satisfied. The community leader said, “Asking for help is not a weakness. It shows trust. And giving a helping hand makes our community stronger.” 1．What was the purpose of “Community Help Day”? A．To raise money for poor students. B．To encourage neighbors to help each other. C．To invite people to visit the community center. D．To teach people how to do business. 2．What problem did Mrs. Wang have? A．She lost her wallet. B．Her kitchen sink was broken. C．She had no food to eat. D．Her son didn’t listen to her. 3．How did the teacher volunteer help Mr. Li’s family? A．By fixing the sink. B．By doing their homework. C．By giving advice on study and stress. D．By taking the son to the park. 4．What did the students do during the event? A．They planted trees in the park. B．They cooked meals for old people. C．They cleaned the garden and picked up litter. D．They taught children how to swim. 5．What does the writer want to tell us? A．Asking for help shows trust and makes the community better. B．Only rich people should help others. C．Young students should not join community activities. D．Fixing sinks is the most important thing in a community. Running a charity shop is a popular and meaningful way to help people in need in many cities. These shops collect all kinds of donated second-hand goods from warm-hearted people, such as clothes, books, toys and everyday supplies. They sell these things at very low prices, and all the money they make is given to support sick children, homeless people and lonely elderly citizens. Most workers in charity shops are volunteers. They come from all walks of life, including students, office workers and retired people. They are ready to spend their spare time sorting goods, cleaning shelves and serving customers patiently. They never get paid for their work, but they feel happy and proud to do something useful for society. Many people like shopping in charity shops now. They think the goods are cheap and in good condition. Reusing second-hand things is also environmentally friendly and helps cut down waste. Besides, shoppers feel they are doing a small good deed while shopping. Charity shops also hold small voluntary activities on weekends. They try their best to care for poor kids and the elderly in the neighbourhood. More and more people are influenced to join them and pass on warmth to others. 1．What do charity shops mainly sell? A．Expensive new clothes B．Second‑hand daily things C．Delicious food and drinks D．Modern electronic products 2．What do we know about the workers in charity shops? A．They all work full-time for money B．They are all professional shopkeepers C．They work as volunteers for free D．They are only retired old people 3．Which is NOT the advantage of shopping in charity shops? A．Things are very cheap B．It is good for the environment C．It helps people in need D．It can make shoppers rich 4．What can we infer from the passage? A．People can buy expensive gifts in charity shops B．Volunteers get much money from their work C．Shopping in charity shops is a kind of small kindness D．Charity shops only hold activities on weekdays 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to run a big supermarket B．The importance and value of charity shops C．How to become a volunteer D．Ways to protect the environment Last year, I went to a poor mountain village as a volunteer teacher. I stayed there for three months. That experience changed my life a lot. When I first arrived there, I was shocked by the poor living conditions. The school was very old and small. There were only three classrooms and one office. The students had no books or pens. They had to write on the ground with sticks. But the students were very hard-working. They got up early every morning and walked a long way to school. They loved studying very much. I taught them Chinese, English and Math. I also told them stories about the outside world. They were very interested in my stories and always asked me a lot of questions. I felt very happy when I saw the bright smiles on their faces. After class, I played games with the students. We played basketball, badminton and hide-and-seek. They also taught me how to pick wild fruits and catch fish in the river. We had a lot of fun together. When it was time for me to leave, the students were very sad. They gave me many gifts they made by themselves, such as paper flowers and cards. They said they would miss me very much. I cried too. I promised them that I would come back to see them again. Now, I often write letters to the students. They also write to me and tell me about their study and life. That volunteer experience taught me that love is the most beautiful thing in the world. It can make the world a better place. 1．How long did the writer stay in the poor mountain village? A．For one month. B．For two months. C．For three months. D．For four months. 2．What shocked the writer when the writer first arrived there? A．The beautiful scenery. B．The poor living conditions. C．The hard-working students. D．The friendly villagers. 3．What subjects did the writer teach the students? A．Chinese, English and Math. B．Chinese, English and Music. C．English, Math and P.E. D．Chinese, Math and Art. 4．What gifts did the students give the writer when the writer left? A．Books and pens. B．Wild fruits and fish. C．Paper flowers and cards. D．Basketballs and badmintons. 5．What can we learn from the passage? A．The writer didn’t like the volunteer experience. B．The students had a lot of books and pens. C．The writer will never go back to the village. D．Love can make the world a better place. 进阶拓展训练5篇 Volunteer Wanted Are you looking for a meaningful way to spend your free time? Do you want to help others and make a difference to the world? If your answer is yes, join our volunteer team now! We are looking for volunteers to help with the following activities: - After-school Tutoring: Help primary school students with their homework and study. Time: 4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. - Old People’s Home Visit: Visit the elderly people at the old people’s home. You can chat with them, read newspapers to them, or perform programs for them. Time: 9:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m., every Saturday. - Park Clean-up: Help clean up the city park. We will provide all the tools you need. Time: 2:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m., every Sunday. - Animal Shelter Help: Take care of the homeless animals at the animal shelter. You can feed them, walk them, or play with them. Time: 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m., every Saturday. Requirements: - Aged between 12 and 18. - Kind and patient. - Able to work at least 2 hours a week. If you are interested in any of the activities, please call us at 0511-87654321 or send an email to volunteer@163.com. You can also come to our office at No.123 Zhongshan Road to sign up. Let’s work together to make our city a better place! 1．How many kinds of volunteer activities are mentioned in the passage? A．Three. B．Four. C．Five. D．Six. 2．If you want to help primary school students with their study, you can go at ________. A．4:00 p.m. on Monday B．9:00 a.m. on Saturday C．2:00 p.m. on Sunday D．10:00 a.m. on Saturday 3．What can you do at the animal shelter? A．Clean the park. B．Chat with the elderly. C．Feed the homeless animals. D．Help students with their homework. 4．Which of the following is NOT a requirement for volunteers? A．Aged between 12 and 18. B．Kind and patient. C．Able to work at least 2 hours a week. D．Good at English. 5．How can you sign up to be a volunteer? A．Call them at 0511-87654321. B．Send an email to volunteer@163.com. C．Go to their office at No.123 Zhongshan Road. D．All of the above. Volunteers NeededWorld Cleanup Day falls on the third Saturday in September. It asks people to clean up and care for their communities (社区). Our community needs some volunteers.     People aged 6 to 70Children under 12 must come here with an adult (成年人). The Town River9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. The Forest Park 9:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m. Register (报名) Go to the square in our community on the 8th. Fill in the form (表格) with your name, telephone number and room number. Donation (捐赠) from the Star Supermarket Rubbish bags, bread and water. Thanks so much! NoticeEvery volunteer will get a T-shirt. Please put it on and bring your own gloves We will put off the activities if the weather is not good. 根据表格及图示内容，选择最佳答案。 1．When will they have the cleanup activities? A．On Sep 14th B．On Sep 15th C．On Sep 21st D．On Sep 22nd 2．Who can join the cleanup activities? ①11-year-old Paul    ②45-year-old Simon ③40-year-old Jack and his 72-year-old father ④7-year-old Susan and her 40-year-old mother A．②④ B．②③④ C．①③ D．①②③④ 3．How long will the volunteers work in the Forest Park? A．For 2 hours. B．For 3 hours. C．For 5 hours. D．For 4 hours. 4．What do the volunteers need to bring with them? A．Bread. B．Water. C．Gloves. D．Rubbish bags. 5．Why did they put up the poster? A．To call for volunteers. B．To stop pollution. C．To show us how to be a volunteer. D．To ask people to donate (捐赠). 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. In recent years, more and more teenagers in China have taken part in charity activities. They no longer think that charity is only about donating money. Instead, they believe that small actions can also make a big difference. Take Xu Yifei, a 14-year-old student from Shanghai, for example. Every weekend, she volunteers at an animal shelter. She helps clean the cages and feed stray dogs and cats. “Seeing these animals find new homes makes me feel very proud,” she said. She believes that caring for living creatures is a form of charity. Meanwhile, in Beijing, a group of students from No. 8 Middle School started a project called “Helping Hands”. They collect used textbooks and stationery from their school and send them to rural schools in Sichuan Province. “Many kids there don't have enough money to buy new books. We want to share our resources with them,” said team leader Li Tao. Not all charity work is done outdoors. With the development of technology, online charity has also become popular among young people. Many students use their pocket money to buy meals for homeless people through apps. Through these platforms, they can track how their “love lunch” is delivered. Experts say that teenage participation in charity helps develop a sense of responsibility and empathy. It teaches students that “giving” brings more happiness than “taking”. 1．What do teenagers mainly think about charity now according to Paragraph 1? A．Only rich people can do charity. B．Charity is only about donating large sums of money. C．Small actions can also make a big difference. D．Charity is not important for students. 2．What does Xu Yifei do in her volunteer work? A．She teaches kids English. B．She helps clean cages and feed animals. C．She collects money on the street. D．She builds houses for stray animals. 3．What is the purpose of the “Helping Hands” project? A．To give old textbooks to rural schools. B．To raise money for building schools. C．To teach in rural areas during holidays. D．To invite rural students to Beijing. 4．How do students help homeless people through online charity? A．By teaching them how to cook. B．By buying them meals through apps. C．By offering them free accommodation. D．By giving them their pocket money directly. 5．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．Technology makes charity easier. B．Students should focus on their studies. C．Homeless people need more help from society. D．Teenage participation in charity is beneficial. The Sunshine Charity is a non-profit organization founded three years ago by a group of students from No. 8 Middle School. Their main goal is to help children in rural areas get a better education. Every month, volunteers from the charity visit nearby villages. They bring books, schoolbags, and stationery to kids who can’t afford them. Last year, they also organized a summer camp for 30 children, teaching them English and art. “Seeing their smiles makes all the hard work worth it,” said Li Ming, a volunteer. To raise money, the charity sells handmade crafts (手工艺品) made by students. They also accept donations online. So far, they have helped over 200 children return to school. Next month, they plan to build a small library in a village primary school. “We believe every child deserves (应得) a chance to learn,” said Wang Mei, the team leader. “Even small actions can make a big difference.” 1．What is the main purpose of the Sunshine Charity? A．To teach English in cities. B．To help rural children with education. C．To sell handmade crafts for profit. D．To organize summer camps for city kids. 2．How do volunteers from the charity help rural children? A．By building houses for them. B．By giving them books and school supplies. C．By taking them to big cities. D．By teaching them how to make crafts. 3．Why did the charity organize a summer camp last year? A．To teach English and art to children. B．To raise money for their activities. C．To train new volunteers. D．To collect more donations online. 4．How does the Sunshine Charity raise money? A．By selling handmade crafts and accepting online donations. B．By asking the government for funds. C．By charging fees for summer camps. D．By selling books written by volunteers. 5．What does Wang Mei think about their work? A．It is too difficult to continue. B．Only big actions can change lives. C．Small actions can still make a difference. D．Children should pay back the help later. 能力综合实践5篇 When Liu Ming was in Grade Eight, he hardly paid attention to people around him. He only cared about his own study and always thought it was useless to help strangers. Everything changed after he joined a volunteer club at school. One weekend, the club organized a trip to a special school for disabled teenagers. When Liu Ming first arrived, he felt a little nervous. He worried he could not get along with those students. To his surprise, the students there were warm and active. Some of them were blind, some were deaf, but none of them lost hope for life. Liu Ming was paired with a 15-year-old girl called Xiao Yu. She lost her sight when she was little, but she loved reading and listening to music very much. Liu Ming read stories to her and talked about school life with her patiently. Xiao Yu shared her dream of becoming a writer in the future. She told Liu Ming that she believed she could still make her dream come true with hard work. During the activity, Liu Ming saw many disabled teenagers practise sports repeatedly. They fell down many times but never gave up. They showed great courage and strong confidence in themselves. Liu Ming was deeply moved. He realized these young people faced more difficulties than others, yet they still lived positively. From then on, Liu Ming changed a lot. He began to spend his spare time doing voluntary work. He helps the elderly in his neighbourhood and raises small donations for children in need. He learns that helping others is not a waste of time. It brings warmth to others and also makes his own life more meaningful. 1．What was Liu Ming like before joining the volunteer club? A．Warm and helpful. B．Strict with himself. C．Self-centred and cold. D．Shy and quiet. 2．Why did Liu Ming feel nervous at first in the special school? A．He feared he couldn’t get on with the students. B．He had no time to take part in the activity. C．He disliked talking with strangers. D．He worried about his school study. 3．Which of the following is true about Xiao Yu? A．She was born deaf. B．She had no future dreams. C．She hoped to be a writer. D．She refused to communicate with others. 4．What moved Liu Ming deeply? A．The beautiful environment of the school. B．Disabled teens’ positive spirit and courage. C．All kinds of sports in the school. D．Many donations from kind people. 5．What can we learn from the passage? A．Study is the only important thing for students. B．Disabled people need others to look after all the time. C．Voluntary work can change people and enrich life. D．Disabled teens can easily realize their dreams. After noticing that his keyboard playing calmed his noisy dog, Yuvi Agarwal, a 12-year-old boy from Houston, wondered if music could help comfort shelter (收容所) animals, too. So with support from his parents, he founded a nonprofit program Wild Tunes in 2023 to invite musicians to perform at animal shelters. So far, about 100 volunteers of all ages have played at nine shelters in cities including Houston and Denver. Yuvi explained that music could break through language barriers — even across species. At Denver Animal Shelter, he saw an old dog named Pituca become calm within minutes of his playing, and some animals even fall asleep. In Houston, a rescue dog called Penelope had refused to leave her cage to eat. After Yuvi played, she came out, kissed his face and touched his ears. Although music’s effect on humans is well-studied, its impact on animals remains unclear. Some research shows that classical music may help calm dogs in stressful places like animal shelters. However, experts like Dr. Lori Kogan say the evidence is still limited. “We want simple answers, like ‘music calms animals’, but it is more nuanced,” said Kogan, adding that many factors matter, such as the environment, the type of music, the volume, and the animal’s past experiences. She suggests trying music with your own pet — if it helps your pet relax, that’s good. Even though scientists are still debating, Yuvi believes music can comfort stressed animals. He plans to expand his nonprofit program across the country. Volunteers also benefit because they can play music or sing for a nonjudgmental audience. This helps build their confidence. Yuvi’s work shows that music’s calming power may work for animals too. 1．What made Yuvi start the program Wild Tunes? A．A strong interest in keyboard. B．A suggestion from his parents. C．A special experience with his own dog. D．An invitation from Houston and Denver. 2．What does the example of the rescue dog Penelope show? A．The dog loves to play with humans. B．The dog becomes even sleepier with music. C．The dog feels relaxed after listening to some music. D．The dog understands music better than other animals. 3．What does the underlined word in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．clear B．complex C．important D．surprising 4．How do volunteers benefit from Yuvi’s program? A．They get well-paid for their performances. B．They have more chances to play music or sing. C．They enjoy music’s calming effect on themselves. D．They become more confident by playing without judgement. 5．Which is the best title for the passage? A．A Music-related Job for Volunteers B．A Music Program for Stressed Animals C．A Debate over Music’s Effect on Animals D．An Opportunity to Realise a Teenager’s Dream Liang Zhenqing, an 83-year-old agronomist (农艺师), has a lot of knowledge about farming. Instead of keeping it to himself, he decided to tell people some things about it. In January 2023, he started live streams (直播) on the Internet. He talked about different farming skills by using a phone, a blackboard and a piece of chalk. At first, only a few people watched his live streams. Liang was upset, but his family encouraged him to keep on. Slowly, more and more people started to watch his live streams. In less than a year, he got nearly 30, 000 fans! Liang faced some difficulties along the way, and his family always helped him. Sometimes, he didn’t know what to do when there was something wrong with his camera. But with the help of his family, he learned how to mend it. When his family learned some of his fans couldn’t understand his dialect (方言), they even bought a blackboard for him to write on. Huang Yifei, one of Liang’s biggest fans, studied horticulture (园艺) and learned a lot from Liang’s live streams. She often asked him questions, and he always gave answers. She said, “Mr. Liang is the reason why I want to keep working in this field.” Not only does Liang teach online, but he also helps people with their real-life problems. For 27 years after retiring (退休), he has taught thousands of farmers about farming skills. He even helps disabled people learn how to make a living by farming. Liang believes that age can never stop him from doing what he loves. He used to work on growing crops in fields, but now he is enjoying planting thoughts and ideas in people on screens. With his knowledge and experience, he wants to make a difference to the people and the land. 1．When did Liang Zhenqing start live streams on the Internet? A．In January 2022. B．In January 2023. C．In December 2024. D．In December 2023. 2．Why was Liang upset at first? A．Because only a few people watched his live streams. B．Because there was something wrong with his camera. C．Because some of his fans couldn’t understand his dialect. D．Because his family didn’t support him at all. 3．What can we know from the passage? A．Liang Zhenqing has never helped disabled people. B．Liang Zhenqing didn’t meet any difficulty along the way. C．Liang Zhenqing has taught farming skills for more than 20 years. D．Only a few people were interested in Liang Zhenqing’s live streams. 4．Which of the following will the writer probably agree with? A．Huang Yifei is not a fan of Liang Zhenqing. B．Liang Zhenqing’s live streams are not helpful for people. C．Liang Zhenqing’s family helped him a lot on the live streaming road. D．Liang Zhenqing should give up live streaming because he is too old. 5．Which is the best title for the passage? A．Some Farming Skills B．The Ways of Live Streaming C．The Difficulties an Old Agronomist Meets D．An Old Agronomist’s Love for Farming Natalie Doan, a teenager in America, has always felt lucky to live in Rockaway, New York. Living just a few blocks from the beach, Natalie can see the ocean and hear the waves from her house. “It’s the ocean that makes Rockaway so special,” she says. On October 29, 2012, the ocean turned extremely terrible. That night, Hurricane (飓风) Sandy hit the East Coast, and Rockaway was hit especially hard. The next day, Natalie and her family found their neighborhood in ruins. Many of Natalie’s friends had lost their homes and people were having the most difficult time, especially the elderly. To help others rebuild, teenagers climbed stairs to send water and food to elderly people trapped (困住) in powerless high buildings. Natalie was deeply moved by all these things and decided to do something. “My mom tells me that I can’t control what happens to me,” Natalie says, “but I can always choose how I deal with it.” Natalie’s choice was to help. She created a website page, matching people in need with people who wanted to offer help. Natalie posted information about a boy named Patrick, who lost his baseball card collection when his house burned down. Within days, Patrick got a new collection. In the coming months, her website page helped lots of kids: Christopher, who received a new basketball; Charlie, who got a new keyboard. Natalie also worked with other organizations to bring much-needed things to Rockaway. Her efforts made her a famous person. She was later invited to the White House and honored as a Hurricane Sandy Champion of Change. Today, the streets are clear and many homes have been rebuilt. “I can’t imagine living anywhere but Rockaway,” Natalie says, “Because of everyone’s efforts in making a better home, Rockaway will be even stronger than before.” 1．When Natalie returned to Rockaway after the hurricane, she found ________. A．some friends had lost their lives B．her neighborhood was destroyed C．her school had moved to Brooklyn D．the elderly were free from suffering 2．The phrase “in ruins” Paragraph 2 means the neighborhood was ________. A．clean and tidy B．in a mess C．just the same as usual D．even better than before 3．How did Natalie help the people in need? A．She gave her toys to other kids. B．She took care of younger children. C．She called on the White House to help. D．She built an information sharing website. 4．According to Paragraph 3, who inspired Natalie most? A．The people helping Rockaway rebuild. B．The people trapped in high-rise buildings. C．The volunteers donating money to survivors. D．Local teenagers bringing clothing to elderly people. 5．Which of the following is probably the best title of the passage? A．Little people can make a big difference B．A friend in need is a friend indeed C．East or west, home is best D．Technology is power Every week, a group of students from Cherry Creek High School come to help old people with anything technology-related (技术相关的) at an old people’s home. The volunteers are from a group called Generation Technology, and it was set up by students a few years ago. When the holidays come, the group helps the old keep connected (保持联系) with their loved ones. “A lot of people don’t live close to their family, and it’s a big problem that we should pay attention to. So setting up video communication and then bringing people closer during the holidays is meaningful,” said Sunker, the leader of the group. The students also give the old advice on preventing scams (预防诈骗). People often get strange calls that they can’t recognize (识别) and the students can give them some useful advice. It’s something that the old like Sandy Washington are thankful for. “I do have difficulty using modern technology,” Sandy Washington said. “And I think a lot of other old people here do too, you know, at our age.” Whether the students are helping with video communication or teaching the old to use new apps on their phones, they’re both about helping form strong intergenerational (代与代之间的) connections. For Sandy Washington, seeing the students every week is something she looks forward to. “We really welcome these kids,” she said. “I want to hear about their college interests and preferred schools. I feel they’re family, just like my own kids or grandkids. It’s very nice.” 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A．The group. B．The phone. C．The app. D．The technology. 2．Why do the students help the old keep connected with their loved ones? A．Because it helps the old to prevent scams. B．Because it’s easy for old people to do it. C．Because it helps the students get into a good college. D．Because a lot of old people don’t live close to their family. 3．What does Sunker think of helping the old set up video communication during the holidays? A．It’s relaxing. B．It’s difficult. C．It’s meaningful. D．It’s strange. 4．How do the students help the old prevent scams? A．By giving them calls every week. B．By teaching them to use some new apps. C．By giving them some useful advice. D．By asking their family members to help the old. 5．What can be the best title for the passage? A．Modern Technology B．A Meaningful Volunteer Activity C．New Apps on the Phones D．A Group for College Students 12 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 17 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $